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Class 292/156 - Multiple head


Subclass of Class 292 - Closure fasteners
Definition: Devices having a plurality of rigid keeper-engaging portions.
No. of patents: 23
Last issue date: 12/27/2011


NumberTitleIssue Date
8083272Mechanically actuated air tight device for wafer carrier
A mechanically actuated airtight device for wafer carrier comprises a cover, at least one sealing gasket, at least one linked plate, and a driving wheel. The cover has a first face and a second face, and being formed with at least one hole therethrough. The sealing ...
12/27/2011
7360330Multi-purpose display frame with gravity lock
A multi-purpose, front-loading display frame includes a front frame member having a pair of opposite first and second lateral side sections, a rear frame member having a pair of opposite first and second lateral side sections, at least one hinge for pivotally joinin...
04/22/2008
7168745Device for latching a cabinet door
A vending machine cabinet is retained in a closed position by a hook that is engaged by a vertically moveable latch bar that can be latched closed without requiring a solenoid. The latch bar is moved by means of a cam attached to one of the hooks. Prior to engaging ...
01/30/2007
7100327Casement window system and components and hardware therefor
Injection molded casement window frames completely ready for assembly into windows with the frames for swinging sash windows formed for mounting of all necessary hardware. Also hardware which mates with such frames and casement window assembled with such frames and ...
09/05/2006
7097214Latch device for sliding windows
A latch device for sliding windows includes a casing fixed to a sliding window and having a latch member movably received in the casing. The latch member is biased by a spring and includes two latches. A driving assembly includes a driving member from which an eccen...
08/29/2006
7063361Locking window
A locking window having a window frame and a window latch for use with the window is disclosed. The window latch, which is adapted to be attached to the window using a distinct fastener, is selectively movable between a first open position and a second locked positi...
06/20/2006
7014227Wedge bar locking mechanism
A wedge bar locking mechanism is provided including a locking pin, a bracket and a wedge bar. In operation, the locking pin and wedge bar are mechanically coupled such that rotation of the locking pin results in translational motion of the wedge bar. The wedge bar a...
03/21/2006
7004515Fenestration locking system
This fenestration locking system for a swinging sash or door is characterized by the use of a linear member running continuously from an actuating assembly to a locking pin assembly. The linear member can be a flexible linear member, allowing it to convey motion to ...
02/28/2006
6994015Apparatus for preparing coffee
An apparatus for preparing coffee includes a holder provided with an access opening for placing a pouch filled with a product to be extracted into the holder; a cover for closing and releasing the access opening; a clamping arrangement for pressing the holder and co...
02/07/2006
6945571Presser bar device for exit door
An exit door includes a door panel attached to a door frame and having a presser bar device attached to a stile, to selectively open and lock the door panel to the door frame. The presser bar device includes two lock rods to selectively move into the door frame, a d...
09/20/2005
6722167Cabinet lock
A cabinet lock controlled by a press-button lock is disclosed to include an upright track affixed to the back side of the cabinet, a sliding locking bar vertically movably mounted in the upright track and adapted to hook the drawers in the cabinet, a linkage coupled...
04/20/2004
6676175Security box for recorded media
A security box for holding items of recorded media includes a base and a lid hinged together between open and closed positions. At the end of the base opposite the hinged connection with the lid, a lock slide is positioned and movable between locked and u...
01/13/2004
6598910Friction joint and fastener incorporating same
A fastener for a closure. The fastener has a friction joint which couples first (10) and second (23) elements such that rotational movement there between can occur. The friction joint has a head fastener (28) and a sleeve (24) to which an end load is appl...
07/29/2003
6435572Double pawl console latch
A console latch for securing a first console closure panel to a first compartment bin and for securing the first compartment bin to a second compartment bin, the latch including a double pawl member with pawl latching elements on each end thereof, and an ...
08/20/2002
6317985Locking device for use with a utility knife
A utility knife is provided with a feature of easy replacement of the blade and a characteristic that the utility knife body halves are prevented from separating from each other. The utility knife has a lock which is able to enhance the assembly between t...
11/20/2001
6135511Window locking system
An apparatus is disclosed for engaging locking elements to secure and lock a window sash to a window frame. A force transmitting device may be included with a guide forming a channel for an elongated tape transmits a horizontal movement provided by an ope...
10/24/2000
5630631Door locking apparatus for dispenser
A door locking apparatus of the invention is suitable for locking and unlocking a door of a dispenser and a case thereof. The apparatus includes a door lock mechanism situated between the door and the case for latching the door at a locked position, a sol...
05/20/1997
5597187Floating latching mechanism for a safe door
This disclosure describes a floating latching mechanism for a safe door. The safe door is secured to the safe box using several pins to latch the door to the safe box. The pins have a connecting end which is slightly smaller in diameter than the hole on t...
01/28/1997
5472246Independent dual deadbolt locking mechanism
An independent dual deadbolt locking mechanism for securing doors, windows or the like. The dual locking mechanism has a single pivot key that acts to place two deadbolt locks in either a locked or unlocked position simultaneously. The deadbolts may be or...
12/05/1995
5345043Weighing scale having a removable top wall
A weighing scale housing has a top cover wall removably fastened to the housing rear wall, whereby after the top wall has been unfastened and removed from the rear wall, the transparent side and front walls of the housing may be removed from the housing b...
09/06/1994
4753465Remotely operable locking mechanism
A locking mechanism for securing together two separable pieces, such as two components of a spacecraft during launch. An elongated rod of heat contractible material provides a single active member which changes from a locking length to a contracted length...
06/28/1988
4605251Door lock
A U-shaped lock fits around the shank of the door knob assembly and the two legs of the lock are received by an extended strike plate in a locked condition. The door lock is retained around the shank by keeper means on at least one of the legs of the lock...
08/12/1986
4482177Striker plate and security pin for dead bolt lock
A striker plate attached to the door frame or door jamb associated with a door provided with a dead bolt lock of the type having vertically reciprocating bolts received in aligned apertures in a pair of lugs attached to the strike plate. In the present in...
11/13/1984
 
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