| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 024132000 | Pivoted part | 40 |
| 20080196214 | Rope Clip - A rope clip for the interconnection of two parallel and adjacent rope parts, comprising two elongate elements, each of which has a concave elongate through channel that receives and substantially accommodates the cross section of a respective rope part. The two elements are mutually turnably connected to each other via a pivot joint in order to, in a turning end position, jointly, by the channels thereof, delimit an elongate throughput opening in which the two rope parts laterally are pressed against each other and against the respective channel surface, and a locking device is provided in order to interlock the elements in the turning end position thereof. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20100031480 | Wire grip - A wire grip is adapted for fastening a wire and mounted to a tension device which pulls the wire grip to produce a pulling force to the wire. The wire grip includes a basic body and a capstan. The capstan is pivotally mounted to the basic body for fastening an end portion of the wire and enabling the wire to be wrapped thereon. The capstan is movable in a direction relative to an axis thereof whereby to ensure the pulling force provided by the tension device is in alignment direction with the pulling force received by a middle portion of the wire. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20110056050 | ROPE LOK - The present invention relates to a locking device for holding a length of linear flexible material under tension wherein the locking device comprises a lever locking element further comprising a locking means. More specifically, the invention relates to a locking device wherein one or more lengths of linear flexible material may be permanently attached to a main body element and at least one length of linear flexible material may be inserted through one or more grooves or tubes in the main body element allowing the lever locking element to engage the length of linear flexible material such that the length of linear flexible material may be placed under tension. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110078879 | Device for Organizing and Maintaining the Patency of Lines - One aspect of the invention relates to a device that efficiently folds and organizes tubing and cords while not compromising their function. In certain embodiments, the device provides dynamic length adjustment in the form to reducing line length, and the device organizes the lines in parallel, making it easier to identify their connections. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110099769 | ANCHOR FOR EMERGENCY EVACUATION LINES FOR BUILDINGS - The invention is especially designed for evacuation lines or ropes for buildings, such as those which are temporarily set out, for example, when fire blocks the normal exits of the buildings, such as lifts, staircases and the like. The invention consists of an elongated arm to be inserted between the door and the door frame, and to which a rocker is connected in an articulated manner, in the central part of the arm, the rocker having, in turn, in its central part, a rut or groove having a V-shaped cross-section for receiving the upper end of the rope, and a pair of end sections parallel to the end sections of the arm. One of said end sections forms, with the corresponding section of the arm, pliers or vise for fixing to the door, and for permanently keeping the door closed by means of a spring, while the other end section of the rocker forms, together with the corresponding end section of the arm, a grip for opening the pliers. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110126380 | Cord-Securing Device for Window Shade - A cord-securing device for a window includes including first and second clamping units each having an extension portion and a clamp on opposite ends of an interconnecting portion. The extension portion of the first clamping unit extends through an opening in the interconnecting portion of the first clamp and is engaged with the extension portion of the first clamping unit. A holding unit includes a resilient member having arms. The extension portions of the first and second clamping units are engaged between the arms. A switch arm includes an engaging seat to which a cord is attached. An axle is fixed to a pivotal portion extending from the engaging seat. The axle is rotatably positioned between the extension portions. The switch arm is pivotable to control two positioning end faces of the axle to abut or not abut the extension portions to control clamping or not clamping of the clamps. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110197397 | Device for Securing Resilient Cord - The invention provides a device for securing resilient cord and a method for using the same. The devise comprising a channel for housing a cord whereby the channel has a wall and is curved to provide a path for the cord that is neither straight nor constricting such that when the device is used to secure the cord the wall of the channel provides a frictional force on the cord under tension. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110283485 | CORDLESS BLIND SYSTEMS HAVING CORD ENCLOSURES WITH A SWIVEL FEATURE AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING SUCH CORD ENCLOSURES - A cord enclosure assembly to encase one or more lift cords extending from the headrail of an architectural covering, such as a blind or shade system, is disclosed, for the purpose of avoiding exposed cords capable of creating a hazardous loop. The cord disclosure assembly comprises an enclosure having a pivot cup portion and an adaptor. The adaptor is configured to be selectively attached to the pivot cup portion about a pivot point. The adaptor is also configured to connect the enclosure to the headrail about a swivel point. At least one of the pivot point and the swivel point at a top of the enclosure allows the enclosure to swivel, or move in a lateral direction when attached to the headrail. This lateral movement allows the enclosure to be positioned substantially horizontally such that it may be stored under the headrail behind the blind or shade assembly. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20120005863 | Trigger grip - A trigger grip includes a body comprising an upper jaw extending laterally, a pivot section depending from one end of the upper jaw, and a sleeve section depending from the other end of the upper jaw, the sleeve section including a slot and an extension depending from the slot; a pivotal link pivotably secured to the pivot section; a lever comprising a first hole at one end, a second hole at the other end, and a protuberance depending from the other end, the lever being inserted through the slot with its first hole pivotably secured to the pivotal link; and a bifurcated gripping seat pivotably secured to the pivotal link and comprising a jaw member engaged with the upper jaw from below in an inoperative position. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20130086773 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT PACKAGING CLIP SYSTEM - A clip used in connection with a tube having sections arranged to form a coil, the clip comprising a first section and a second section joined at one end by a hinge and at an opposite end by a clasp to define a channel between the first and second sections, and a first pair of ridges where each ridge is an opposing relationship with the other and extends inwardly from a respective first and second section partially into the channel defining a gap therebetween and dividing the channel into channel sections, whereby the sections of the tube are received in the channel sections and extend toward contact with each other in the gap formed between the ridges. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20140041158 | Cable Connector With Cable Joint - A cable connector, comprising a first part for receiving a cable end of a first cable and comprising a connecting element for connecting to a second cable, at least one second part which encompasses the first cable, and at least one joint which connects the first part and the second part to each other. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140082893 | Rotational Adjuster for Item With a Hanging Loop - A loop adjuster having two parts that are rotatable with respect to each other. Each of the two parts has a slot therein that can be aligned to insert a loop of material therein. The two parts of the loop adjuster can then be rotated with respect to each other to impart a twist in the loop of material. The two parts of the loop adjuster are hollow so that the twisted part of the loop of material is located in the hollow part of the loop adjuster. The two slotted parts of the loop adjuster can be fabricated as hollow hemispheres that are snap locked together at an equator. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140373311 | HOLD DOWN DEVICE FOR WINDOW COVERING LOOPED OPERATOR - A hold down device is provided for continuous loop cords or bead chains in a window covering installation. The hold down device engages the cord or chain while the cord or chain is loosely suspended, and prevents operation by encountering the head rail if the cord or chain is operated. Mounting the hold down device in a window covering installation disengages the hold down device from its secured position relative to the cord or chain. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20150033508 | CABLE MANAGEMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD - Clip-type cable management apparatus and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, a first jaw and a second jaw having interleaved tines in a predetermined configuration are coupled by a hinge pin around which a torsion spring is disposed to urge said first jaw and said second jaw pivotally toward a close position so as to securely retain a cable being folded or coiled into a bundle of cable segments. Such cable management is further enhanced with additional features, optimized structures, and operating methods. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150101151 | Lineman's Accessory Hook - An accessory supporting hook holder is provide for supporting tools, equipment and the like from a lineman's took belt. The hook attaches in a locking fashion to a lineman's tool belt. A trigger release is specifically adapted so as to prevent accidental detachment when impacted by tree branches or other obstructions. A release trigger is at such an angle that any branch or other item that impacts it from below would tend to close the latch more, rather than urging it open. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20160053784 | SYSTEM FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE - A system for containment and organization of a medical wire features a clamp. A first ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp first side posterior end and a second ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp second side posterior end. A first side compression member is located on an inside surface of a clamp first side and a second side compression member is located on an inside surface of the clamp second side. An adjustable ratcheting lock attaches the clamp first side and the clamp second side. A first finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp first side and a second finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp second side. A Medical wire is placed between the first side compression member and the second side compression member then the clamp is compressed against the medical wire. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20160120270 | DUAL-SECURITY BUCKLE DEVICE - A dual-security buckle device includes a female buckle, a male buckle, and a reinforcement buckle. The female buckle is used to connect the counter of a flipper. The male buckle is used to connect a rope of the flipper. The female buckle main body has a buckle hole. The male buckle has a lock portion. The lock portion of the male buckle is inserted into the buckle hole of the female buckle to achieve the first fastening. The reinforcement buckle is turned to fasten the lock portion of the male buckle tightly to achieve the second fastening. The present invention can enhance the reliability of the buckle device with a dual-buckle design. The present invention is safe and beneficial for a stable connection, not disengagement. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20100205785 | SECURING DEVICE - A securing device including a body being coupled to a first portion of a restraint. The body includes a receiving portion which is able to receive therethrough a second portion of the restraint. In one form, the restraint may be a dog leash or similar. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20120005864 | Trigger grip - A trigger grip includes a body comprising an upper jaw extending laterally, a pivot section depending from one end of the upper jaw, and a sleeve section depending from the other end of the upper jaw, the sleeve section including a slot and an extension depending from the slot; a pivotal link pivotably secured to the pivot section and comprising a jaw member disposed below the upper jaw in an inoperative position; and a lever comprising a first hole at one end, a second hole at the other end, and a protuberance depending from the other end, the lever being inserted through the slot with its first hole pivotably secured to the pivotal link. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120073088 | Securing Mechanism for Shackle - A securing mechanism for a shackle having a pair of opposed legs with an opening at one end of each of the pair of opposed legs to form a pair of opposed openings. The securing mechanism includes a shackle bolt having a head at one end and a circumferential groove near an opposed end wherein the shackle bolt is received through the pair of opposed openings in the shackle. A two piece hinged clamp assembly is received in the circumferential groove in order to retain the shackle bolt in the shackle. A retainer pin is received in an opening in the two piece clamp assembly to hold the two piece clamp assembly in a closed position. A retainer clip surrounds the retainer pin. A lock pin through the two piece clamp assembly retains the retainer pin in the two piece clamp. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20140182085 | ROPE CLASP - A rope clasp device for securing a rope eliminates the need for a knot in a rope by selectively clasping and encasing at least one portion of a rope in a toothed clamp. The rope clasp device comprises a base, at least one, but generally two swinging doors, and a lock. The swinging doors are pivotably coupled to the base in order to be moved between an open position and a closed position. In the closed position, a pair of channels for passage of a rope is defined between the base and the doors. The channels are defined by a plurality of clasping teeth to retain the rope therein. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140259541 | READILY RELEASABLE WEDGE ASSEMBLY FOR HOLDING A WIRE ROPE IN A SOCKET - A readily releasable wedge assembly for holding a wire rope in a socket comprises first and second wedge components and a release assembly. The first and second wedge components are joined together adjacent respective first ends thereof at a pin connection. The first and second wedge components have respective second ends opposite the first ends, which are spaced from the first ends in a longitudinal direction. The first and second wedge components are pivotable relative to each other about the pin connection and together define an outer periphery shaped to receive a wire rope. The release assembly is positioned between the second ends of the wedge components. The release assembly is threadedly actuatable to release the first and second wedge components from an expanded position and reconfigure the wedge assembly into a contracted position allowing the wedge assembly to be removed from a socket. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20160052689 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE - A system for containment and organization of medical wire features a U-shaped clamp. A first ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp first side posterior end and a second ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp second side posterior end. A first side compression member is located on an inside surface of a clamp first side and a second side compression member is located on an inside surface of the clamp second side. An adjustable ratcheting lock attaches the clamp first side and the clamp second side. A first finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp first side and a second finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp second side. Medical wire is placed between the first side compression member and the second side compression member then the clamp is compressed against the medical wire. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20170231708 | SYSTEM FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE | 08-17-2017 |
| 20130227822 | LOAD-BEARING APPARATUS FOR INTRODUCING LOAD FORCES, SUCH AS CABLE FORCES OR TENSIONING FORCES, FOR EXAMPLE, FROM SURFACE STRUCTURES - A load-bearing apparatus for introducing load forces, such as cable forces or tensioning forces, for example, from surface structures into supporting structures, having a tension element ( | 09-05-2013 |
| 20140201954 | FIXATION CLIP - In a fixation clip ( | 07-24-2014 |
| 20150361691 | CABLE LOCKING SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a cable locking system which comprises a cable and a cable clamp having a first lever with a planar surface and having a second lever with a planar surface. The second lever is connected to the first lever in an articulated manner such that the two levers can be moved between a release position in which they are angled toward one another and a clamping position in which their planar surfaces contact one another and together define an opening for clamping the cable whose clear opening area decreases with an increasing approach to the clamping position. The first lever is interspersed in a locking region by a plurality of passage openings which are aligned with corresponding passage openings in the clamping position by which the second lever is interspersed in a locking region. The first lever furthermore has at least one angled section which rises from the planar surface such that it clampingly engages around a marginal section of the second lever in the clamping position and which is spaced apart from the joint at which the two levers are connected to one another by a smaller amount than each of the passage openings, but by a larger amount than the cable clamping opening defined by the two levers. | 12-17-2015 |
| 024133000 | Lever tension | 1 |
| 20120279020 | DEVICE FOR FASTENING AND CLAMPING STRAPS - The invention relates to a device for fastening and clamping straps. | 11-08-2012 |
| 024134000 | Cam lever | 12 |
| 20110072622 | Failsafe system for raising and lowering at least one object - A cleat with automatic line-locking, includes a frame having proximate and remote sides and formed with a passageway, extending between the proximate and remote sides, for receiving a line for movement along a first line moving direction from the proximate to the remote sides and an opposing line pulling direction from the remote to the proximate sides, and defining a line bearing surface or limit stop on one side of the passageway for limiting excessive transverse movements of the line in a direction to the one side of the passageway. Fasteners attach the frame to a support surface. A cam is provided on the frame on the other or opposite side of said passageway and has a line engaging portion normally spaced a predetermined distance from the line. The cam is movable between a line releasing position and a line locking position and is arranged to normally disengage from the line, engagement of the line by the cam to the line locking position while advancing the line in the first line moving direction creating a force couple that wedges the line between the line bearing surface or limit stop and the cam that tends to arrest or stop the line relative to the frame fixed on the support surface. The cam is formed of generally flat sheet material defining a cam plane and the line engaging portion being formed of a plurality of generally flat pressure-engaging segments or pressure pads that are angularly offset to opposite sides of said cam plane and together generally defining a line-receiving region having a generally uniform cross-section configured to frictionally engage the line in the line locking position. Auxiliary sheave assemblies may be used to provide automatic failsafe operation by means of the cleat when raising or lowering an object on a hook or loop. A pusher may be used to urge the line to move in the direction of the cam especially when the line is released. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110185541 | STRAP ADJUSTMENT DEVICE - A strap adjustment device may be slid onto a cord or strap to adjust its useful length and the tension provided by the cord or strap. The strap adjustment device may include a housing, a first opening on a first end the housing for accepting a length of material through the housing, the first opening having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion having an arc shape, the second portion having a rectangular shape, and the first portion contiguously adjoining the second portion to form the first opening, and a locking mechanism for securing a portion of the length of material within the housing. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110258815 | Rope management device - A rope management device is provided that includes features allowing for transition from a rope clamping position to a rope unclamped position when under load. Included is a teeter bar having a pivot axis allowing for application of friction on a section of rope to hold a load in place and then when rope is pulled through the device the load is maintained while allowing the teeter bar to pivot to eliminate friction on the rope. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20120180267 | SELF-LOCKING CLIP SYSTEMS AND METHODS - In one embodiment, a self-locking clip includes a clip body and a rotating cam gripper, the rotating cam gripper pivotally mounted on the clip body. The self-locking clip further includes a spring arm, the spring arm integrated into the clip body, the spring arm configured to provide tension to the rotating cam gripper such that the rotating cam gripper is held against a first gripping surface on the clip body. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20160123359 | FASTENER - The present invention relates to a fastener ( | 05-05-2016 |
| 20100325843 | Child Safe Cord Lock - A cord lock for window coverings has one or more cams adjacent a locking surface over which a one or more lift cords travel. The cams may be spring biased to a locked position in which they press the lift cords against the surface. A release member through which the lift cords pass is provided. Transverse movement of any cord passing through an opening in the release member moves the release member from a first position, in which the cam or cams are in the locked position, to a second position at which a cam engaging portion of the release member engages the cam and the cam is in the unlocked position. Movement of the release member from the first position to the second position maintains the cam in the unlocked position. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20130219671 | ROPE ADJUSTER WITH FAST ROPE REPLACEMENT DEVICE - A rope adjuster device ( | 08-29-2013 |
| 20140123439 | GRIPPING ARRANGEMENT AND GRIPPING ASSEMBLY - A gripping arrangement ( | 05-08-2014 |
| 20150352383 | ROPE GRAB - A rope grab for a vertical fall protection system is provided. The rope grab includes a housing with an elongated member passage. The elongated member passage is configured to receive an elongated member. A locking cam is pivotally coupled to the housing and selectively engages an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A cam spring is coupled between the housing and the locking cam to provide a relatively slight biasing force on the locking cam in a direction towards an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A locking arm, pivotally coupled to the housing, has a first end that is configured to be coupled to a safety harness of a user and a second end that selectively engages the locking cam to lock the locking cam on an elongated member in the elongated member passage during a fall event. | 12-10-2015 |
| 20160138675 | ROPE CLUTCH - A rope clutch includes a base seat, a pair of fixing arms, a pair of first rocking bars, a pair of second rocking bars, a handle and a press mechanism. Each fixing arm has a fixing section at one end. The fixing sections are oppositely connected to two sides of one end of the base seat. The other end of the fixing arm is formed with a support section. One end of each first rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to two sides of the other lengthwise end of the base seat. One end of each second rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to the other end of the first rocking bar. A middle portion of the handle is pivotally connected to the support sections and positioned between the fixing arms. One end of the handle is pivotally connected to the other end of the second rocking bar. The press mechanism is disposed between the first and second rocking bars. The handle serves to drive the first and second rocking bars to provide a clutch effect between the press mechanism and the base seat. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20090260195 | ROPE TENSIONING DEVICE - A rope tensioning device comprising, an elongate base having a first hooked end and a second hooked end, anchoring means for anchoring the rope on the device, and clamp means, wherein the clamp means are adapted to grip the rope inserted into the device allowing it to be pulled in a tightening direction to tension the rope, the clamp means being adapted to prevent the rope pulling in a reverse direction. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20120000037 | Grip | 01-05-2012 |
| 024134000 | Cam engaging or disengaging | 5 |
| 20110072622 | Failsafe system for raising and lowering at least one object - A cleat with automatic line-locking, includes a frame having proximate and remote sides and formed with a passageway, extending between the proximate and remote sides, for receiving a line for movement along a first line moving direction from the proximate to the remote sides and an opposing line pulling direction from the remote to the proximate sides, and defining a line bearing surface or limit stop on one side of the passageway for limiting excessive transverse movements of the line in a direction to the one side of the passageway. Fasteners attach the frame to a support surface. A cam is provided on the frame on the other or opposite side of said passageway and has a line engaging portion normally spaced a predetermined distance from the line. The cam is movable between a line releasing position and a line locking position and is arranged to normally disengage from the line, engagement of the line by the cam to the line locking position while advancing the line in the first line moving direction creating a force couple that wedges the line between the line bearing surface or limit stop and the cam that tends to arrest or stop the line relative to the frame fixed on the support surface. The cam is formed of generally flat sheet material defining a cam plane and the line engaging portion being formed of a plurality of generally flat pressure-engaging segments or pressure pads that are angularly offset to opposite sides of said cam plane and together generally defining a line-receiving region having a generally uniform cross-section configured to frictionally engage the line in the line locking position. Auxiliary sheave assemblies may be used to provide automatic failsafe operation by means of the cleat when raising or lowering an object on a hook or loop. A pusher may be used to urge the line to move in the direction of the cam especially when the line is released. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110185541 | STRAP ADJUSTMENT DEVICE - A strap adjustment device may be slid onto a cord or strap to adjust its useful length and the tension provided by the cord or strap. The strap adjustment device may include a housing, a first opening on a first end the housing for accepting a length of material through the housing, the first opening having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion having an arc shape, the second portion having a rectangular shape, and the first portion contiguously adjoining the second portion to form the first opening, and a locking mechanism for securing a portion of the length of material within the housing. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110258815 | Rope management device - A rope management device is provided that includes features allowing for transition from a rope clamping position to a rope unclamped position when under load. Included is a teeter bar having a pivot axis allowing for application of friction on a section of rope to hold a load in place and then when rope is pulled through the device the load is maintained while allowing the teeter bar to pivot to eliminate friction on the rope. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20120180267 | SELF-LOCKING CLIP SYSTEMS AND METHODS - In one embodiment, a self-locking clip includes a clip body and a rotating cam gripper, the rotating cam gripper pivotally mounted on the clip body. The self-locking clip further includes a spring arm, the spring arm integrated into the clip body, the spring arm configured to provide tension to the rotating cam gripper such that the rotating cam gripper is held against a first gripping surface on the clip body. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20160123359 | FASTENER - The present invention relates to a fastener ( | 05-05-2016 |
| 20100325843 | Child Safe Cord Lock - A cord lock for window coverings has one or more cams adjacent a locking surface over which a one or more lift cords travel. The cams may be spring biased to a locked position in which they press the lift cords against the surface. A release member through which the lift cords pass is provided. Transverse movement of any cord passing through an opening in the release member moves the release member from a first position, in which the cam or cams are in the locked position, to a second position at which a cam engaging portion of the release member engages the cam and the cam is in the unlocked position. Movement of the release member from the first position to the second position maintains the cam in the unlocked position. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20130219671 | ROPE ADJUSTER WITH FAST ROPE REPLACEMENT DEVICE - A rope adjuster device ( | 08-29-2013 |
| 20140123439 | GRIPPING ARRANGEMENT AND GRIPPING ASSEMBLY - A gripping arrangement ( | 05-08-2014 |
| 20150352383 | ROPE GRAB - A rope grab for a vertical fall protection system is provided. The rope grab includes a housing with an elongated member passage. The elongated member passage is configured to receive an elongated member. A locking cam is pivotally coupled to the housing and selectively engages an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A cam spring is coupled between the housing and the locking cam to provide a relatively slight biasing force on the locking cam in a direction towards an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A locking arm, pivotally coupled to the housing, has a first end that is configured to be coupled to a safety harness of a user and a second end that selectively engages the locking cam to lock the locking cam on an elongated member in the elongated member passage during a fall event. | 12-10-2015 |
| 20160138675 | ROPE CLUTCH - A rope clutch includes a base seat, a pair of fixing arms, a pair of first rocking bars, a pair of second rocking bars, a handle and a press mechanism. Each fixing arm has a fixing section at one end. The fixing sections are oppositely connected to two sides of one end of the base seat. The other end of the fixing arm is formed with a support section. One end of each first rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to two sides of the other lengthwise end of the base seat. One end of each second rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to the other end of the first rocking bar. A middle portion of the handle is pivotally connected to the support sections and positioned between the fixing arms. One end of the handle is pivotally connected to the other end of the second rocking bar. The press mechanism is disposed between the first and second rocking bars. The handle serves to drive the first and second rocking bars to provide a clutch effect between the press mechanism and the base seat. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20090260195 | ROPE TENSIONING DEVICE - A rope tensioning device comprising, an elongate base having a first hooked end and a second hooked end, anchoring means for anchoring the rope on the device, and clamp means, wherein the clamp means are adapted to grip the rope inserted into the device allowing it to be pulled in a tightening direction to tension the rope, the clamp means being adapted to prevent the rope pulling in a reverse direction. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20120000037 | Grip | 01-05-2012 |
| 024134000 | Fixed and movable jaws, movable jaw pulled | 1 |
| 20110072622 | Failsafe system for raising and lowering at least one object - A cleat with automatic line-locking, includes a frame having proximate and remote sides and formed with a passageway, extending between the proximate and remote sides, for receiving a line for movement along a first line moving direction from the proximate to the remote sides and an opposing line pulling direction from the remote to the proximate sides, and defining a line bearing surface or limit stop on one side of the passageway for limiting excessive transverse movements of the line in a direction to the one side of the passageway. Fasteners attach the frame to a support surface. A cam is provided on the frame on the other or opposite side of said passageway and has a line engaging portion normally spaced a predetermined distance from the line. The cam is movable between a line releasing position and a line locking position and is arranged to normally disengage from the line, engagement of the line by the cam to the line locking position while advancing the line in the first line moving direction creating a force couple that wedges the line between the line bearing surface or limit stop and the cam that tends to arrest or stop the line relative to the frame fixed on the support surface. The cam is formed of generally flat sheet material defining a cam plane and the line engaging portion being formed of a plurality of generally flat pressure-engaging segments or pressure pads that are angularly offset to opposite sides of said cam plane and together generally defining a line-receiving region having a generally uniform cross-section configured to frictionally engage the line in the line locking position. Auxiliary sheave assemblies may be used to provide automatic failsafe operation by means of the cleat when raising or lowering an object on a hook or loop. A pusher may be used to urge the line to move in the direction of the cam especially when the line is released. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110185541 | STRAP ADJUSTMENT DEVICE - A strap adjustment device may be slid onto a cord or strap to adjust its useful length and the tension provided by the cord or strap. The strap adjustment device may include a housing, a first opening on a first end the housing for accepting a length of material through the housing, the first opening having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion having an arc shape, the second portion having a rectangular shape, and the first portion contiguously adjoining the second portion to form the first opening, and a locking mechanism for securing a portion of the length of material within the housing. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110258815 | Rope management device - A rope management device is provided that includes features allowing for transition from a rope clamping position to a rope unclamped position when under load. Included is a teeter bar having a pivot axis allowing for application of friction on a section of rope to hold a load in place and then when rope is pulled through the device the load is maintained while allowing the teeter bar to pivot to eliminate friction on the rope. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20120180267 | SELF-LOCKING CLIP SYSTEMS AND METHODS - In one embodiment, a self-locking clip includes a clip body and a rotating cam gripper, the rotating cam gripper pivotally mounted on the clip body. The self-locking clip further includes a spring arm, the spring arm integrated into the clip body, the spring arm configured to provide tension to the rotating cam gripper such that the rotating cam gripper is held against a first gripping surface on the clip body. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20160123359 | FASTENER - The present invention relates to a fastener ( | 05-05-2016 |
| 20100325843 | Child Safe Cord Lock - A cord lock for window coverings has one or more cams adjacent a locking surface over which a one or more lift cords travel. The cams may be spring biased to a locked position in which they press the lift cords against the surface. A release member through which the lift cords pass is provided. Transverse movement of any cord passing through an opening in the release member moves the release member from a first position, in which the cam or cams are in the locked position, to a second position at which a cam engaging portion of the release member engages the cam and the cam is in the unlocked position. Movement of the release member from the first position to the second position maintains the cam in the unlocked position. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20130219671 | ROPE ADJUSTER WITH FAST ROPE REPLACEMENT DEVICE - A rope adjuster device ( | 08-29-2013 |
| 20140123439 | GRIPPING ARRANGEMENT AND GRIPPING ASSEMBLY - A gripping arrangement ( | 05-08-2014 |
| 20150352383 | ROPE GRAB - A rope grab for a vertical fall protection system is provided. The rope grab includes a housing with an elongated member passage. The elongated member passage is configured to receive an elongated member. A locking cam is pivotally coupled to the housing and selectively engages an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A cam spring is coupled between the housing and the locking cam to provide a relatively slight biasing force on the locking cam in a direction towards an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A locking arm, pivotally coupled to the housing, has a first end that is configured to be coupled to a safety harness of a user and a second end that selectively engages the locking cam to lock the locking cam on an elongated member in the elongated member passage during a fall event. | 12-10-2015 |
| 20160138675 | ROPE CLUTCH - A rope clutch includes a base seat, a pair of fixing arms, a pair of first rocking bars, a pair of second rocking bars, a handle and a press mechanism. Each fixing arm has a fixing section at one end. The fixing sections are oppositely connected to two sides of one end of the base seat. The other end of the fixing arm is formed with a support section. One end of each first rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to two sides of the other lengthwise end of the base seat. One end of each second rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to the other end of the first rocking bar. A middle portion of the handle is pivotally connected to the support sections and positioned between the fixing arms. One end of the handle is pivotally connected to the other end of the second rocking bar. The press mechanism is disposed between the first and second rocking bars. The handle serves to drive the first and second rocking bars to provide a clutch effect between the press mechanism and the base seat. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20090260195 | ROPE TENSIONING DEVICE - A rope tensioning device comprising, an elongate base having a first hooked end and a second hooked end, anchoring means for anchoring the rope on the device, and clamp means, wherein the clamp means are adapted to grip the rope inserted into the device allowing it to be pulled in a tightening direction to tension the rope, the clamp means being adapted to prevent the rope pulling in a reverse direction. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20120000037 | Grip | 01-05-2012 |
| 024134000 | Link-connected parallel jaws | 1 |
| 20110072622 | Failsafe system for raising and lowering at least one object - A cleat with automatic line-locking, includes a frame having proximate and remote sides and formed with a passageway, extending between the proximate and remote sides, for receiving a line for movement along a first line moving direction from the proximate to the remote sides and an opposing line pulling direction from the remote to the proximate sides, and defining a line bearing surface or limit stop on one side of the passageway for limiting excessive transverse movements of the line in a direction to the one side of the passageway. Fasteners attach the frame to a support surface. A cam is provided on the frame on the other or opposite side of said passageway and has a line engaging portion normally spaced a predetermined distance from the line. The cam is movable between a line releasing position and a line locking position and is arranged to normally disengage from the line, engagement of the line by the cam to the line locking position while advancing the line in the first line moving direction creating a force couple that wedges the line between the line bearing surface or limit stop and the cam that tends to arrest or stop the line relative to the frame fixed on the support surface. The cam is formed of generally flat sheet material defining a cam plane and the line engaging portion being formed of a plurality of generally flat pressure-engaging segments or pressure pads that are angularly offset to opposite sides of said cam plane and together generally defining a line-receiving region having a generally uniform cross-section configured to frictionally engage the line in the line locking position. Auxiliary sheave assemblies may be used to provide automatic failsafe operation by means of the cleat when raising or lowering an object on a hook or loop. A pusher may be used to urge the line to move in the direction of the cam especially when the line is released. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110185541 | STRAP ADJUSTMENT DEVICE - A strap adjustment device may be slid onto a cord or strap to adjust its useful length and the tension provided by the cord or strap. The strap adjustment device may include a housing, a first opening on a first end the housing for accepting a length of material through the housing, the first opening having a first portion and a second portion, the first portion having an arc shape, the second portion having a rectangular shape, and the first portion contiguously adjoining the second portion to form the first opening, and a locking mechanism for securing a portion of the length of material within the housing. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110258815 | Rope management device - A rope management device is provided that includes features allowing for transition from a rope clamping position to a rope unclamped position when under load. Included is a teeter bar having a pivot axis allowing for application of friction on a section of rope to hold a load in place and then when rope is pulled through the device the load is maintained while allowing the teeter bar to pivot to eliminate friction on the rope. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20120180267 | SELF-LOCKING CLIP SYSTEMS AND METHODS - In one embodiment, a self-locking clip includes a clip body and a rotating cam gripper, the rotating cam gripper pivotally mounted on the clip body. The self-locking clip further includes a spring arm, the spring arm integrated into the clip body, the spring arm configured to provide tension to the rotating cam gripper such that the rotating cam gripper is held against a first gripping surface on the clip body. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20160123359 | FASTENER - The present invention relates to a fastener ( | 05-05-2016 |
| 20100325843 | Child Safe Cord Lock - A cord lock for window coverings has one or more cams adjacent a locking surface over which a one or more lift cords travel. The cams may be spring biased to a locked position in which they press the lift cords against the surface. A release member through which the lift cords pass is provided. Transverse movement of any cord passing through an opening in the release member moves the release member from a first position, in which the cam or cams are in the locked position, to a second position at which a cam engaging portion of the release member engages the cam and the cam is in the unlocked position. Movement of the release member from the first position to the second position maintains the cam in the unlocked position. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20130219671 | ROPE ADJUSTER WITH FAST ROPE REPLACEMENT DEVICE - A rope adjuster device ( | 08-29-2013 |
| 20140123439 | GRIPPING ARRANGEMENT AND GRIPPING ASSEMBLY - A gripping arrangement ( | 05-08-2014 |
| 20150352383 | ROPE GRAB - A rope grab for a vertical fall protection system is provided. The rope grab includes a housing with an elongated member passage. The elongated member passage is configured to receive an elongated member. A locking cam is pivotally coupled to the housing and selectively engages an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A cam spring is coupled between the housing and the locking cam to provide a relatively slight biasing force on the locking cam in a direction towards an elongated member received in the elongated member passage. A locking arm, pivotally coupled to the housing, has a first end that is configured to be coupled to a safety harness of a user and a second end that selectively engages the locking cam to lock the locking cam on an elongated member in the elongated member passage during a fall event. | 12-10-2015 |
| 20160138675 | ROPE CLUTCH - A rope clutch includes a base seat, a pair of fixing arms, a pair of first rocking bars, a pair of second rocking bars, a handle and a press mechanism. Each fixing arm has a fixing section at one end. The fixing sections are oppositely connected to two sides of one end of the base seat. The other end of the fixing arm is formed with a support section. One end of each first rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to two sides of the other lengthwise end of the base seat. One end of each second rocking bar is correspondingly pivotally connected to the other end of the first rocking bar. A middle portion of the handle is pivotally connected to the support sections and positioned between the fixing arms. One end of the handle is pivotally connected to the other end of the second rocking bar. The press mechanism is disposed between the first and second rocking bars. The handle serves to drive the first and second rocking bars to provide a clutch effect between the press mechanism and the base seat. | 05-19-2016 |
| 20090260195 | ROPE TENSIONING DEVICE - A rope tensioning device comprising, an elongate base having a first hooked end and a second hooked end, anchoring means for anchoring the rope on the device, and clamp means, wherein the clamp means are adapted to grip the rope inserted into the device allowing it to be pulled in a tightening direction to tension the rope, the clamp means being adapted to prevent the rope pulling in a reverse direction. | 10-22-2009 |
| 20120000037 | Grip | 01-05-2012 |
| 024132000 | Pivotal means with plate aperture | 3 |
| 20080196214 | Rope Clip - A rope clip for the interconnection of two parallel and adjacent rope parts, comprising two elongate elements, each of which has a concave elongate through channel that receives and substantially accommodates the cross section of a respective rope part. The two elements are mutually turnably connected to each other via a pivot joint in order to, in a turning end position, jointly, by the channels thereof, delimit an elongate throughput opening in which the two rope parts laterally are pressed against each other and against the respective channel surface, and a locking device is provided in order to interlock the elements in the turning end position thereof. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20100031480 | Wire grip - A wire grip is adapted for fastening a wire and mounted to a tension device which pulls the wire grip to produce a pulling force to the wire. The wire grip includes a basic body and a capstan. The capstan is pivotally mounted to the basic body for fastening an end portion of the wire and enabling the wire to be wrapped thereon. The capstan is movable in a direction relative to an axis thereof whereby to ensure the pulling force provided by the tension device is in alignment direction with the pulling force received by a middle portion of the wire. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20110056050 | ROPE LOK - The present invention relates to a locking device for holding a length of linear flexible material under tension wherein the locking device comprises a lever locking element further comprising a locking means. More specifically, the invention relates to a locking device wherein one or more lengths of linear flexible material may be permanently attached to a main body element and at least one length of linear flexible material may be inserted through one or more grooves or tubes in the main body element allowing the lever locking element to engage the length of linear flexible material such that the length of linear flexible material may be placed under tension. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110078879 | Device for Organizing and Maintaining the Patency of Lines - One aspect of the invention relates to a device that efficiently folds and organizes tubing and cords while not compromising their function. In certain embodiments, the device provides dynamic length adjustment in the form to reducing line length, and the device organizes the lines in parallel, making it easier to identify their connections. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110099769 | ANCHOR FOR EMERGENCY EVACUATION LINES FOR BUILDINGS - The invention is especially designed for evacuation lines or ropes for buildings, such as those which are temporarily set out, for example, when fire blocks the normal exits of the buildings, such as lifts, staircases and the like. The invention consists of an elongated arm to be inserted between the door and the door frame, and to which a rocker is connected in an articulated manner, in the central part of the arm, the rocker having, in turn, in its central part, a rut or groove having a V-shaped cross-section for receiving the upper end of the rope, and a pair of end sections parallel to the end sections of the arm. One of said end sections forms, with the corresponding section of the arm, pliers or vise for fixing to the door, and for permanently keeping the door closed by means of a spring, while the other end section of the rocker forms, together with the corresponding end section of the arm, a grip for opening the pliers. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110126380 | Cord-Securing Device for Window Shade - A cord-securing device for a window includes including first and second clamping units each having an extension portion and a clamp on opposite ends of an interconnecting portion. The extension portion of the first clamping unit extends through an opening in the interconnecting portion of the first clamp and is engaged with the extension portion of the first clamping unit. A holding unit includes a resilient member having arms. The extension portions of the first and second clamping units are engaged between the arms. A switch arm includes an engaging seat to which a cord is attached. An axle is fixed to a pivotal portion extending from the engaging seat. The axle is rotatably positioned between the extension portions. The switch arm is pivotable to control two positioning end faces of the axle to abut or not abut the extension portions to control clamping or not clamping of the clamps. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110197397 | Device for Securing Resilient Cord - The invention provides a device for securing resilient cord and a method for using the same. The devise comprising a channel for housing a cord whereby the channel has a wall and is curved to provide a path for the cord that is neither straight nor constricting such that when the device is used to secure the cord the wall of the channel provides a frictional force on the cord under tension. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110283485 | CORDLESS BLIND SYSTEMS HAVING CORD ENCLOSURES WITH A SWIVEL FEATURE AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING SUCH CORD ENCLOSURES - A cord enclosure assembly to encase one or more lift cords extending from the headrail of an architectural covering, such as a blind or shade system, is disclosed, for the purpose of avoiding exposed cords capable of creating a hazardous loop. The cord disclosure assembly comprises an enclosure having a pivot cup portion and an adaptor. The adaptor is configured to be selectively attached to the pivot cup portion about a pivot point. The adaptor is also configured to connect the enclosure to the headrail about a swivel point. At least one of the pivot point and the swivel point at a top of the enclosure allows the enclosure to swivel, or move in a lateral direction when attached to the headrail. This lateral movement allows the enclosure to be positioned substantially horizontally such that it may be stored under the headrail behind the blind or shade assembly. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20120005863 | Trigger grip - A trigger grip includes a body comprising an upper jaw extending laterally, a pivot section depending from one end of the upper jaw, and a sleeve section depending from the other end of the upper jaw, the sleeve section including a slot and an extension depending from the slot; a pivotal link pivotably secured to the pivot section; a lever comprising a first hole at one end, a second hole at the other end, and a protuberance depending from the other end, the lever being inserted through the slot with its first hole pivotably secured to the pivotal link; and a bifurcated gripping seat pivotably secured to the pivotal link and comprising a jaw member engaged with the upper jaw from below in an inoperative position. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20130086773 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT PACKAGING CLIP SYSTEM - A clip used in connection with a tube having sections arranged to form a coil, the clip comprising a first section and a second section joined at one end by a hinge and at an opposite end by a clasp to define a channel between the first and second sections, and a first pair of ridges where each ridge is an opposing relationship with the other and extends inwardly from a respective first and second section partially into the channel defining a gap therebetween and dividing the channel into channel sections, whereby the sections of the tube are received in the channel sections and extend toward contact with each other in the gap formed between the ridges. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20140041158 | Cable Connector With Cable Joint - A cable connector, comprising a first part for receiving a cable end of a first cable and comprising a connecting element for connecting to a second cable, at least one second part which encompasses the first cable, and at least one joint which connects the first part and the second part to each other. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140082893 | Rotational Adjuster for Item With a Hanging Loop - A loop adjuster having two parts that are rotatable with respect to each other. Each of the two parts has a slot therein that can be aligned to insert a loop of material therein. The two parts of the loop adjuster can then be rotated with respect to each other to impart a twist in the loop of material. The two parts of the loop adjuster are hollow so that the twisted part of the loop of material is located in the hollow part of the loop adjuster. The two slotted parts of the loop adjuster can be fabricated as hollow hemispheres that are snap locked together at an equator. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140373311 | HOLD DOWN DEVICE FOR WINDOW COVERING LOOPED OPERATOR - A hold down device is provided for continuous loop cords or bead chains in a window covering installation. The hold down device engages the cord or chain while the cord or chain is loosely suspended, and prevents operation by encountering the head rail if the cord or chain is operated. Mounting the hold down device in a window covering installation disengages the hold down device from its secured position relative to the cord or chain. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20150033508 | CABLE MANAGEMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD - Clip-type cable management apparatus and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, a first jaw and a second jaw having interleaved tines in a predetermined configuration are coupled by a hinge pin around which a torsion spring is disposed to urge said first jaw and said second jaw pivotally toward a close position so as to securely retain a cable being folded or coiled into a bundle of cable segments. Such cable management is further enhanced with additional features, optimized structures, and operating methods. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150101151 | Lineman's Accessory Hook - An accessory supporting hook holder is provide for supporting tools, equipment and the like from a lineman's took belt. The hook attaches in a locking fashion to a lineman's tool belt. A trigger release is specifically adapted so as to prevent accidental detachment when impacted by tree branches or other obstructions. A release trigger is at such an angle that any branch or other item that impacts it from below would tend to close the latch more, rather than urging it open. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20160053784 | SYSTEM FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE - A system for containment and organization of a medical wire features a clamp. A first ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp first side posterior end and a second ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp second side posterior end. A first side compression member is located on an inside surface of a clamp first side and a second side compression member is located on an inside surface of the clamp second side. An adjustable ratcheting lock attaches the clamp first side and the clamp second side. A first finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp first side and a second finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp second side. A Medical wire is placed between the first side compression member and the second side compression member then the clamp is compressed against the medical wire. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20160120270 | DUAL-SECURITY BUCKLE DEVICE - A dual-security buckle device includes a female buckle, a male buckle, and a reinforcement buckle. The female buckle is used to connect the counter of a flipper. The male buckle is used to connect a rope of the flipper. The female buckle main body has a buckle hole. The male buckle has a lock portion. The lock portion of the male buckle is inserted into the buckle hole of the female buckle to achieve the first fastening. The reinforcement buckle is turned to fasten the lock portion of the male buckle tightly to achieve the second fastening. The present invention can enhance the reliability of the buckle device with a dual-buckle design. The present invention is safe and beneficial for a stable connection, not disengagement. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20100205785 | SECURING DEVICE - A securing device including a body being coupled to a first portion of a restraint. The body includes a receiving portion which is able to receive therethrough a second portion of the restraint. In one form, the restraint may be a dog leash or similar. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20120005864 | Trigger grip - A trigger grip includes a body comprising an upper jaw extending laterally, a pivot section depending from one end of the upper jaw, and a sleeve section depending from the other end of the upper jaw, the sleeve section including a slot and an extension depending from the slot; a pivotal link pivotably secured to the pivot section and comprising a jaw member disposed below the upper jaw in an inoperative position; and a lever comprising a first hole at one end, a second hole at the other end, and a protuberance depending from the other end, the lever being inserted through the slot with its first hole pivotably secured to the pivotal link. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120073088 | Securing Mechanism for Shackle - A securing mechanism for a shackle having a pair of opposed legs with an opening at one end of each of the pair of opposed legs to form a pair of opposed openings. The securing mechanism includes a shackle bolt having a head at one end and a circumferential groove near an opposed end wherein the shackle bolt is received through the pair of opposed openings in the shackle. A two piece hinged clamp assembly is received in the circumferential groove in order to retain the shackle bolt in the shackle. A retainer pin is received in an opening in the two piece clamp assembly to hold the two piece clamp assembly in a closed position. A retainer clip surrounds the retainer pin. A lock pin through the two piece clamp assembly retains the retainer pin in the two piece clamp. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20140182085 | ROPE CLASP - A rope clasp device for securing a rope eliminates the need for a knot in a rope by selectively clasping and encasing at least one portion of a rope in a toothed clamp. The rope clasp device comprises a base, at least one, but generally two swinging doors, and a lock. The swinging doors are pivotably coupled to the base in order to be moved between an open position and a closed position. In the closed position, a pair of channels for passage of a rope is defined between the base and the doors. The channels are defined by a plurality of clasping teeth to retain the rope therein. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140259541 | READILY RELEASABLE WEDGE ASSEMBLY FOR HOLDING A WIRE ROPE IN A SOCKET - A readily releasable wedge assembly for holding a wire rope in a socket comprises first and second wedge components and a release assembly. The first and second wedge components are joined together adjacent respective first ends thereof at a pin connection. The first and second wedge components have respective second ends opposite the first ends, which are spaced from the first ends in a longitudinal direction. The first and second wedge components are pivotable relative to each other about the pin connection and together define an outer periphery shaped to receive a wire rope. The release assembly is positioned between the second ends of the wedge components. The release assembly is threadedly actuatable to release the first and second wedge components from an expanded position and reconfigure the wedge assembly into a contracted position allowing the wedge assembly to be removed from a socket. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20160052689 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE - A system for containment and organization of medical wire features a U-shaped clamp. A first ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp first side posterior end and a second ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp second side posterior end. A first side compression member is located on an inside surface of a clamp first side and a second side compression member is located on an inside surface of the clamp second side. An adjustable ratcheting lock attaches the clamp first side and the clamp second side. A first finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp first side and a second finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp second side. Medical wire is placed between the first side compression member and the second side compression member then the clamp is compressed against the medical wire. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20170231708 | SYSTEM FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE | 08-17-2017 |
| 20130227822 | LOAD-BEARING APPARATUS FOR INTRODUCING LOAD FORCES, SUCH AS CABLE FORCES OR TENSIONING FORCES, FOR EXAMPLE, FROM SURFACE STRUCTURES - A load-bearing apparatus for introducing load forces, such as cable forces or tensioning forces, for example, from surface structures into supporting structures, having a tension element ( | 09-05-2013 |
| 20140201954 | FIXATION CLIP - In a fixation clip ( | 07-24-2014 |
| 20150361691 | CABLE LOCKING SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a cable locking system which comprises a cable and a cable clamp having a first lever with a planar surface and having a second lever with a planar surface. The second lever is connected to the first lever in an articulated manner such that the two levers can be moved between a release position in which they are angled toward one another and a clamping position in which their planar surfaces contact one another and together define an opening for clamping the cable whose clear opening area decreases with an increasing approach to the clamping position. The first lever is interspersed in a locking region by a plurality of passage openings which are aligned with corresponding passage openings in the clamping position by which the second lever is interspersed in a locking region. The first lever furthermore has at least one angled section which rises from the planar surface such that it clampingly engages around a marginal section of the second lever in the clamping position and which is spaced apart from the joint at which the two levers are connected to one another by a smaller amount than each of the passage openings, but by a larger amount than the cable clamping opening defined by the two levers. | 12-17-2015 |
| 024132000 | Jaws locked together by cam, wedge, lever, or screw | 7 |
| 20080196214 | Rope Clip - A rope clip for the interconnection of two parallel and adjacent rope parts, comprising two elongate elements, each of which has a concave elongate through channel that receives and substantially accommodates the cross section of a respective rope part. The two elements are mutually turnably connected to each other via a pivot joint in order to, in a turning end position, jointly, by the channels thereof, delimit an elongate throughput opening in which the two rope parts laterally are pressed against each other and against the respective channel surface, and a locking device is provided in order to interlock the elements in the turning end position thereof. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20100031480 | Wire grip - A wire grip is adapted for fastening a wire and mounted to a tension device which pulls the wire grip to produce a pulling force to the wire. The wire grip includes a basic body and a capstan. The capstan is pivotally mounted to the basic body for fastening an end portion of the wire and enabling the wire to be wrapped thereon. The capstan is movable in a direction relative to an axis thereof whereby to ensure the pulling force provided by the tension device is in alignment direction with the pulling force received by a middle portion of the wire. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20110056050 | ROPE LOK - The present invention relates to a locking device for holding a length of linear flexible material under tension wherein the locking device comprises a lever locking element further comprising a locking means. More specifically, the invention relates to a locking device wherein one or more lengths of linear flexible material may be permanently attached to a main body element and at least one length of linear flexible material may be inserted through one or more grooves or tubes in the main body element allowing the lever locking element to engage the length of linear flexible material such that the length of linear flexible material may be placed under tension. | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110078879 | Device for Organizing and Maintaining the Patency of Lines - One aspect of the invention relates to a device that efficiently folds and organizes tubing and cords while not compromising their function. In certain embodiments, the device provides dynamic length adjustment in the form to reducing line length, and the device organizes the lines in parallel, making it easier to identify their connections. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110099769 | ANCHOR FOR EMERGENCY EVACUATION LINES FOR BUILDINGS - The invention is especially designed for evacuation lines or ropes for buildings, such as those which are temporarily set out, for example, when fire blocks the normal exits of the buildings, such as lifts, staircases and the like. The invention consists of an elongated arm to be inserted between the door and the door frame, and to which a rocker is connected in an articulated manner, in the central part of the arm, the rocker having, in turn, in its central part, a rut or groove having a V-shaped cross-section for receiving the upper end of the rope, and a pair of end sections parallel to the end sections of the arm. One of said end sections forms, with the corresponding section of the arm, pliers or vise for fixing to the door, and for permanently keeping the door closed by means of a spring, while the other end section of the rocker forms, together with the corresponding end section of the arm, a grip for opening the pliers. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110126380 | Cord-Securing Device for Window Shade - A cord-securing device for a window includes including first and second clamping units each having an extension portion and a clamp on opposite ends of an interconnecting portion. The extension portion of the first clamping unit extends through an opening in the interconnecting portion of the first clamp and is engaged with the extension portion of the first clamping unit. A holding unit includes a resilient member having arms. The extension portions of the first and second clamping units are engaged between the arms. A switch arm includes an engaging seat to which a cord is attached. An axle is fixed to a pivotal portion extending from the engaging seat. The axle is rotatably positioned between the extension portions. The switch arm is pivotable to control two positioning end faces of the axle to abut or not abut the extension portions to control clamping or not clamping of the clamps. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110197397 | Device for Securing Resilient Cord - The invention provides a device for securing resilient cord and a method for using the same. The devise comprising a channel for housing a cord whereby the channel has a wall and is curved to provide a path for the cord that is neither straight nor constricting such that when the device is used to secure the cord the wall of the channel provides a frictional force on the cord under tension. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110283485 | CORDLESS BLIND SYSTEMS HAVING CORD ENCLOSURES WITH A SWIVEL FEATURE AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING SUCH CORD ENCLOSURES - A cord enclosure assembly to encase one or more lift cords extending from the headrail of an architectural covering, such as a blind or shade system, is disclosed, for the purpose of avoiding exposed cords capable of creating a hazardous loop. The cord disclosure assembly comprises an enclosure having a pivot cup portion and an adaptor. The adaptor is configured to be selectively attached to the pivot cup portion about a pivot point. The adaptor is also configured to connect the enclosure to the headrail about a swivel point. At least one of the pivot point and the swivel point at a top of the enclosure allows the enclosure to swivel, or move in a lateral direction when attached to the headrail. This lateral movement allows the enclosure to be positioned substantially horizontally such that it may be stored under the headrail behind the blind or shade assembly. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20120005863 | Trigger grip - A trigger grip includes a body comprising an upper jaw extending laterally, a pivot section depending from one end of the upper jaw, and a sleeve section depending from the other end of the upper jaw, the sleeve section including a slot and an extension depending from the slot; a pivotal link pivotably secured to the pivot section; a lever comprising a first hole at one end, a second hole at the other end, and a protuberance depending from the other end, the lever being inserted through the slot with its first hole pivotably secured to the pivotal link; and a bifurcated gripping seat pivotably secured to the pivotal link and comprising a jaw member engaged with the upper jaw from below in an inoperative position. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20130086773 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT PACKAGING CLIP SYSTEM - A clip used in connection with a tube having sections arranged to form a coil, the clip comprising a first section and a second section joined at one end by a hinge and at an opposite end by a clasp to define a channel between the first and second sections, and a first pair of ridges where each ridge is an opposing relationship with the other and extends inwardly from a respective first and second section partially into the channel defining a gap therebetween and dividing the channel into channel sections, whereby the sections of the tube are received in the channel sections and extend toward contact with each other in the gap formed between the ridges. | 04-11-2013 |
| 20140041158 | Cable Connector With Cable Joint - A cable connector, comprising a first part for receiving a cable end of a first cable and comprising a connecting element for connecting to a second cable, at least one second part which encompasses the first cable, and at least one joint which connects the first part and the second part to each other. | 02-13-2014 |
| 20140082893 | Rotational Adjuster for Item With a Hanging Loop - A loop adjuster having two parts that are rotatable with respect to each other. Each of the two parts has a slot therein that can be aligned to insert a loop of material therein. The two parts of the loop adjuster can then be rotated with respect to each other to impart a twist in the loop of material. The two parts of the loop adjuster are hollow so that the twisted part of the loop of material is located in the hollow part of the loop adjuster. The two slotted parts of the loop adjuster can be fabricated as hollow hemispheres that are snap locked together at an equator. | 03-27-2014 |
| 20140373311 | HOLD DOWN DEVICE FOR WINDOW COVERING LOOPED OPERATOR - A hold down device is provided for continuous loop cords or bead chains in a window covering installation. The hold down device engages the cord or chain while the cord or chain is loosely suspended, and prevents operation by encountering the head rail if the cord or chain is operated. Mounting the hold down device in a window covering installation disengages the hold down device from its secured position relative to the cord or chain. | 12-25-2014 |
| 20150033508 | CABLE MANAGEMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD - Clip-type cable management apparatus and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, a first jaw and a second jaw having interleaved tines in a predetermined configuration are coupled by a hinge pin around which a torsion spring is disposed to urge said first jaw and said second jaw pivotally toward a close position so as to securely retain a cable being folded or coiled into a bundle of cable segments. Such cable management is further enhanced with additional features, optimized structures, and operating methods. | 02-05-2015 |
| 20150101151 | Lineman's Accessory Hook - An accessory supporting hook holder is provide for supporting tools, equipment and the like from a lineman's took belt. The hook attaches in a locking fashion to a lineman's tool belt. A trigger release is specifically adapted so as to prevent accidental detachment when impacted by tree branches or other obstructions. A release trigger is at such an angle that any branch or other item that impacts it from below would tend to close the latch more, rather than urging it open. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20160053784 | SYSTEM FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE - A system for containment and organization of a medical wire features a clamp. A first ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp first side posterior end and a second ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp second side posterior end. A first side compression member is located on an inside surface of a clamp first side and a second side compression member is located on an inside surface of the clamp second side. An adjustable ratcheting lock attaches the clamp first side and the clamp second side. A first finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp first side and a second finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp second side. A Medical wire is placed between the first side compression member and the second side compression member then the clamp is compressed against the medical wire. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20160120270 | DUAL-SECURITY BUCKLE DEVICE - A dual-security buckle device includes a female buckle, a male buckle, and a reinforcement buckle. The female buckle is used to connect the counter of a flipper. The male buckle is used to connect a rope of the flipper. The female buckle main body has a buckle hole. The male buckle has a lock portion. The lock portion of the male buckle is inserted into the buckle hole of the female buckle to achieve the first fastening. The reinforcement buckle is turned to fasten the lock portion of the male buckle tightly to achieve the second fastening. The present invention can enhance the reliability of the buckle device with a dual-buckle design. The present invention is safe and beneficial for a stable connection, not disengagement. | 05-05-2016 |
| 20100205785 | SECURING DEVICE - A securing device including a body being coupled to a first portion of a restraint. The body includes a receiving portion which is able to receive therethrough a second portion of the restraint. In one form, the restraint may be a dog leash or similar. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20120005864 | Trigger grip - A trigger grip includes a body comprising an upper jaw extending laterally, a pivot section depending from one end of the upper jaw, and a sleeve section depending from the other end of the upper jaw, the sleeve section including a slot and an extension depending from the slot; a pivotal link pivotably secured to the pivot section and comprising a jaw member disposed below the upper jaw in an inoperative position; and a lever comprising a first hole at one end, a second hole at the other end, and a protuberance depending from the other end, the lever being inserted through the slot with its first hole pivotably secured to the pivotal link. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120073088 | Securing Mechanism for Shackle - A securing mechanism for a shackle having a pair of opposed legs with an opening at one end of each of the pair of opposed legs to form a pair of opposed openings. The securing mechanism includes a shackle bolt having a head at one end and a circumferential groove near an opposed end wherein the shackle bolt is received through the pair of opposed openings in the shackle. A two piece hinged clamp assembly is received in the circumferential groove in order to retain the shackle bolt in the shackle. A retainer pin is received in an opening in the two piece clamp assembly to hold the two piece clamp assembly in a closed position. A retainer clip surrounds the retainer pin. A lock pin through the two piece clamp assembly retains the retainer pin in the two piece clamp. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20140182085 | ROPE CLASP - A rope clasp device for securing a rope eliminates the need for a knot in a rope by selectively clasping and encasing at least one portion of a rope in a toothed clamp. The rope clasp device comprises a base, at least one, but generally two swinging doors, and a lock. The swinging doors are pivotably coupled to the base in order to be moved between an open position and a closed position. In the closed position, a pair of channels for passage of a rope is defined between the base and the doors. The channels are defined by a plurality of clasping teeth to retain the rope therein. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140259541 | READILY RELEASABLE WEDGE ASSEMBLY FOR HOLDING A WIRE ROPE IN A SOCKET - A readily releasable wedge assembly for holding a wire rope in a socket comprises first and second wedge components and a release assembly. The first and second wedge components are joined together adjacent respective first ends thereof at a pin connection. The first and second wedge components have respective second ends opposite the first ends, which are spaced from the first ends in a longitudinal direction. The first and second wedge components are pivotable relative to each other about the pin connection and together define an outer periphery shaped to receive a wire rope. The release assembly is positioned between the second ends of the wedge components. The release assembly is threadedly actuatable to release the first and second wedge components from an expanded position and reconfigure the wedge assembly into a contracted position allowing the wedge assembly to be removed from a socket. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20160052689 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE - A system for containment and organization of medical wire features a U-shaped clamp. A first ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp first side posterior end and a second ridged and grooved clamping block is located on a clamp second side posterior end. A first side compression member is located on an inside surface of a clamp first side and a second side compression member is located on an inside surface of the clamp second side. An adjustable ratcheting lock attaches the clamp first side and the clamp second side. A first finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp first side and a second finger grip is located on an outside surface of the clamp second side. Medical wire is placed between the first side compression member and the second side compression member then the clamp is compressed against the medical wire. | 02-25-2016 |
| 20170231708 | SYSTEM FOR CONTAINMENT AND ORGANIZATION OF MEDICAL WIRE | 08-17-2017 |
| 20130227822 | LOAD-BEARING APPARATUS FOR INTRODUCING LOAD FORCES, SUCH AS CABLE FORCES OR TENSIONING FORCES, FOR EXAMPLE, FROM SURFACE STRUCTURES - A load-bearing apparatus for introducing load forces, such as cable forces or tensioning forces, for example, from surface structures into supporting structures, having a tension element ( | 09-05-2013 |
| 20140201954 | FIXATION CLIP - In a fixation clip ( | 07-24-2014 |
| 20150361691 | CABLE LOCKING SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a cable locking system which comprises a cable and a cable clamp having a first lever with a planar surface and having a second lever with a planar surface. The second lever is connected to the first lever in an articulated manner such that the two levers can be moved between a release position in which they are angled toward one another and a clamping position in which their planar surfaces contact one another and together define an opening for clamping the cable whose clear opening area decreases with an increasing approach to the clamping position. The first lever is interspersed in a locking region by a plurality of passage openings which are aligned with corresponding passage openings in the clamping position by which the second lever is interspersed in a locking region. The first lever furthermore has at least one angled section which rises from the planar surface such that it clampingly engages around a marginal section of the second lever in the clamping position and which is spaced apart from the joint at which the two levers are connected to one another by a smaller amount than each of the passage openings, but by a larger amount than the cable clamping opening defined by the two levers. | 12-17-2015 |
