| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 108090000 | Detachable enlarging or substitute surface | 17 |
| 20080257231 | Fitted tablecloth for outdoor use and associated method - A tensioned tablecloth includes a flexible and unitary body with a plurality of monolithically formed sides configured in such a manner to form a continuous perimeter extending about the body. The present invention further includes a mechanism for retaining the body at a substantially flat and taut position during inclement weather conditions such that the body is prohibited from undesirably disengaging a top surface of the existing outdoor eating surface. Such a body retaining mechanism includes a single and unitary elastic band contiguously abutted against an interior face of the sides and traveling along an entire length of the perimeter. A plurality of primary and auxiliary bands cooperate with fasteners and are removably connected to the anchor band for providing a tensioned surface along the body. | 10-23-2008 |
| 20100132595 | Weighted, Foldable, Pleated Tablecloth Apparatus and Method - A cover such as a tablecloth is provided with a system of weights proximate the perimeter thereof in order to resist the dislodgement of the tablecloth from the table by the presence of wind. Containment for the weights is selected to have a length and diameter suitable for installation with a periodicity providing periodic gaps. The gaps assist in folding the cover for storage, as well as providing natural breakpoints for pleating, so it will drape more naturally from the edges of corners of the supporting equipment or table covered by it. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100139531 | Expandable Folding Table Top Overlay - The present invention is a portable, foldable tabletop made of moldable composite materials that allows a smaller table area to be increased by putting a new foldable surface on top of it. The system includes four equal sized segments that are connected together allowing them to unfold into a solid single surface that is then connected to the existing table with under-mounted clamps that are adjustable to any sized table surface. The unit is lightweight and can be stored in smaller areas do to its low profile and collapsibility. The rigid under structure combined with the mounting system provides a secure surface that is able to handle weight across its entire surface using the primary table beneath as its support. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100224104 | Table Covering Apparatus - A table covering apparatus comprises a main sheet portion fully spanning the table top of the table and an annular securing member of elastic material arranged to be receive the base of the table therethrough. The annular securing member is joined to the main sheet portion along at least two opposing sides of the main sheet portion. A skirt portion formed integrally with the main portion extends outward from the main sheet portion beyond connection of the annular securing member to the main sheet portion to conceal the annular securing member. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100326335 | MOUNT JIG AND ELEVATING LIFT - The present application is a technique to be used for mounting a heavy article to be mounted from a packed body to a rack or the like. In this application, amounting jig is used for a moving and installation procedure, the mounting jig including a cover member that is detachably secured to a table of an elevating lift having an article to be mounted placed thereon for transportation, the cover member covering an upper surface of the table, an upper surface of the cover member being provided with a low friction treatment. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110048290 | Novel Surface Coverings - The present invention is directed to a non-adhesive covering for a shelf. In one embodiment, it includes a substantially incompressible polymer-based material with an upper surface comprising an embossed pattern, lays flat upon a shelf surface, has a thickness of 4 gauge or above, and has a PHR in a range of 28 to 42. In another embodiment, it includes a substantially incompressible polymer-based material, lays flat upon a shelf surface, has a thickness of 2.8 gauge or above, and has a PHR in a range of 28 to 42. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110100269 | Configurable And Securable Table Cover Assembly - A table cover assembly for covering a table-top is provided. The table cover assembly comprises a flexible table cover, one or more cords, and locking elements. The flexible table cover is configured to be securely and immovably positioned on table-tops having a shape generally similar to the shape of the flexible table cover. The flexible table cover comprises one or more layers affixed to one another to create the flexible table cover. The flexibly table cover is hemmed around its periphery. The hemmed periphery defines an interstitial cavity extending along the hemmed periphery for inserting a cord which can be tightened and locked using the locking elements, for positioning the flexible table cover on the table-top to provide a secure, immovable and smooth surface on the table-top. The flexible table cover allows guidable and bounceable movement of articles placed on the flexible table cover covering the table-top. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110139041 | Fitted tablecloth liner - A fitted tablecloth liner is disclosed with an elastic strip sewn to the outside edge of said liner, allowing said liner to be applied over any table of standard size or shape and to fit snugly to any such table. Said tablecloth liner includes an orientation symbol on the underside which illustrates which side is the longer side to facilitate use when applying said tablecloth liner to differently shaped tables. Said fitted tablecloth liner allows a person to select and use a variety of tablecloths without concern that the tablecloth will slip out of the preferred position. Further, the tablecloth liner helps protect the table from stains and damage such as scratches. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20120097078 | REMOVABLE TABLE TOP DISPLAY - The present invention provides for a flexible laminate table top display for releasable attachment to a table top. The flexible laminate table top display has a base substrate having an upper and lower surface, an adhesive layer on the lower surface of the base substrate, at least one printed graphic element on the upper surface of the base substrate and a protective substrate attached to the top surface of the base substrate overlying the top of the printed graphic element. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120180706 | Tablecloth Covering And Method of Covering And Skirting A Table - A fitted tablecloth covering that may be affixed to a table without the use of tools or affixing devices is provided. Such a tablecloth covering may conveniently and quickly be affixed to a table and provide an appealing visual presentation that does not require the use of installation tools and that does not damage the table. | 07-19-2012 |
| 20120298016 | ADJUSTABLE TABLE COVERING - Embodiments of the invention comprise a table covering that is adjustable to snugly fit and stay secured to a variety of different sized tables. The table covering comprises a substantially rectangular sheet of material, four securing members, and four tightening members. The sheet of material has a peripheral sheet edge comprising two pairs of opposing sides and four corners. The four securing members each correspond to a different one of the four corners. Each securing member is configured to secure the corresponding corner to a corresponding table corner when the table covering is positioned on the table. The four tightening members each correspond to a different one of the four corners and to the corresponding securing member. Each tightening member is configured to draw a portion of the peripheral sheet edge toward a portion of the corresponding securing member to remove slack from the substantially rectangular sheet of material and/or the peripheral sheet edge. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20130220185 | ADJUSTABLE COVER FOR FURNITURE AND VEHICLES - A cover device for an article of furniture or vehicle component comprises: (i) a panel that is placed on top of the furniture or vehicle component; (ii) a first series of bands attached to the underside of the panel along one edge; and (iii) a second series of bands attached to the underside of the panel along the opposite edge. Each band includes a medial end attached to the panel and a distal end attached to a fastening member. The first series of bands is complementary to the second series of bands, and they inter-engage with one another via the fastening members to secure the cover device in place. The first and second series of bands are each comprised of an equal plurality of bands, but in alternate embodiments, the cover device may comprise of only a first band and a second band that inter-engage to secure the cover device. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20140014006 | Hygienic Device for Use with Commuter Tray Tables and Method of Use - The present invention provides a new and useful hygienic device for use with commuter tray tables and method of use. The invention comprises a plurality of flexible layers and an attaching means for adhering the device to a commuter tray table. This invention is believed to be useful by offering a device which is removeably attached to the tray table, creates a solid protective barrier from contaminants, has an absorptive layer to mitigate liquid spills, has non-slip properties to combat shifting during motion, is low cost, conforms to safety and security guidelines, is compact or folded when stored, and can be disposed of or recycled after use. While in use the device creates a physical barrier between the user and a septic surface during use. The device also provides a surface upon which a decorative element can be printed—for example text, picture or advertisement. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140060398 | TIERED SERVING TRAY - A tiered tray is provided that includes a first tier with a first support member coupled thereto; a second tier with a second support member coupled thereto; and a table insert having a cavity therein that accepts at least one of the first and the second support members. The first support member maintains a level of the first tier above a level of a table and the second support maintains a level of the second tier above the level of the first tier, and the first tier is removably attachable to the table insert and the second tier is removably attachable to the first tier. | 03-06-2014 |
| 20140130721 | MODULAR MOUNTING SYSTEM - A modular mounting system is provided to store equipment in a variety of configurations. The system includes a mounting base configured to be rigidly mounted to a surface and a base member removably attached to the mounting base. The system further includes a coupling mechanism that removably holds the base member relative to the mounting base. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140345503 | TIERED SERVING TRAY - A tiered tray is provided that includes a first tier with a first support member coupled thereto; a second tier with a second support member coupled thereto; and a table insert having a cavity therein that accepts at least one of the first and the second support members. The first support member maintains a level of the first tier above a level of a table and the second support maintains a level of the second tier above the level of the first tier, and the first tier is removably attachable to the table insert and the second tier is removably attachable to the first tier. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140360414 | DESK TOP ELEVATOR - A desktop elevator for providing a platform at an elevation adjustable by a user. The desktop elevator is positioned on a support surface and is provided with left, right, front and back frame members orthogonally attached to one another end to end. A platform is vertically adjustable to and from the support employing front and back rotatable brace members positioned on opposing frame members. The brace members together with channels, cutouts, locking pins and locking arms, enable the platform to be selectively distanced from the support upon moving the platform to and from it when locking latches are disengaged from the locking pins, the platform being drawn to and remaining adjacent to the support when pressure is supplied to the platform toward said support. | 12-11-2014 |
