An expandable foam corner protector is provided. The expandable foam corner protector includes (i) a first L-shaped bracketing portion; (ii) a second L-shaped bracketing portion; and (iii) an interior channel portion, which is located between the bracketing portions, including a plurality of arc-shaped cuts extending through a thickness in a Z-direction of the interior channel portion. At least a portion of the arc-shaped cuts are aligned along a X-direction and are free to expand to form expanded openings along a Y-direction in response to an external force applied to the interior channel portion along the Y-direction. The interior channel portion is configured to define a generally right angle configured to overlie a corner of an inanimate object, and wherein the first L-shaped bracketing portion, the second L-shaped bracketing portion, and the interior portion define a U-shaped channel including the generally right angle of the interior channel portion.
B65D 81/05 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents specially adapted to protect contents from mechanical damage maintaining contents at spaced relation from package walls, or from other contents
B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
B29C 48/12 - Articles with an irregular circumference when viewed in cross-section, e.g. window profiles
B29K 105/04 - Condition, form or state of moulded material cellular or porous
A method for molding a seamless rebonded foam article with an internal cavity is provided. The method may include moving a middle mold to a middle mold form position within the mold cavity to press into a first portion of rebond foam particles, and moving a top mold to a top mold form position within the mold cavity to press into the second portion of rebond foam particles. The method may further include injecting steam into the mold cavity at a middle mold fluid port interface of the middle mold such that the steam passes into the mold cavity to interact with the first and second portions of rebond foam particles via at least one middle mold flow hole in the middle mold, and evacuating the steam via a vacuum source coupled to the top mold and the bottom mold.
B29C 43/56 - Compression moulding under special conditions, e.g. vacuum
B29C 43/00 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding materialApparatus therefor
B29C 43/02 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding materialApparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
B29C 43/36 - Moulds for making articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
A bed frame having a solid deck for a convertible sofa is provided. The bed frame comprises a pair of side rails and a bottom rail. The bed frame comprises at least a torso frame and a foot frame where the foot frame folds and unfolds with the torso frame to place the convertible sofa in the sofa configuration (folds) or the sleeping configuration (unfolds). The bed frame has at least one solid deck coupled to the torso frame of the bed frame.
An expandable foam corner protector is provided. The expandable foam corner protector includes (i) a first L-shaped bracketing portion; (ii) a second L-shaped bracketing portion; and (iii) an interior channel portion, which is located between the bracketing portions, including a plurality of arc-shaped cuts extending through a thickness in a Z-direction of the interior channel portion. At least a portion of the arc-shaped cuts are aligned along a X-direction and are free to expand to form expanded openings along a Y-direction in response to an external force applied to the interior channel portion along the Y-direction. The interior channel portion is configured to define a generally right angle configured to overlie a corner of an inanimate object, and wherein the first L-shaped bracketing portion, the second L-shaped bracketing portion, and the interior portion define a U-shaped channel including the generally right angle of the interior channel portion.
B65D 81/05 - Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents specially adapted to protect contents from mechanical damage maintaining contents at spaced relation from package walls, or from other contents
B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired formApparatus therefor
B29C 48/12 - Articles with an irregular circumference when viewed in cross-section, e.g. window profiles
B65B 55/00 - Preserving, protecting or purifying packages or package contents in association with packaging
B29K 105/04 - Condition, form or state of moulded material cellular or porous
3. The LLDPE foam can be manufactured in part by processing an LLDPE resin in order to create a long branch molecular structure in the LLDPE resin without crosslinking or otherwise adversely affecting the thermoplastic properties of the LLDPE resin.
C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof
C08J 9/14 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof using blowing gases generated by a previously added blowing agent by a physical blowing agent organic
B29C 44/50 - Feeding the material to be shaped into an open space or onto moving surfaces, i.e. to make articles of indefinite length using pressure difference, e.g. by extrusion or by spraying
B29C 44/56 - After-treatment of articles, e.g. for altering the shape
C08J 3/28 - Treatment by wave energy or particle radiation
B29K 23/00 - Use of polyalkenes as moulding material
The present application provides a cushion having a core layer and a quilt support/comfort layer. The core layer may comprise innersprings, foams, air cells, or combinations thereof. The support/comfort layer comprises a sleep layer that simulates a conventional quilted fabric layer. The sleep layer includes a thick, comfort fabric and a backing fabric, which backing fabric may be the same as the thick, comfort fabric. The sleep layer is formed by coupling the thick, comfort fabric to the backing fabric to form a plurality of individual pockets in which micro spring coils are placed. The micro spring coils have less uncompressed height than conventional innerspring coils. The sleep layer coupling is formed by spot coupling without using a metal needle to stitch the layers together. In other words, the spot coupling may comprise an adhesive or weld.
A47C 31/00 - Details or accessories for chairs, beds, or the like, not provided for in other groups of this subclass, e.g. upholstery fasteners, mattress protectors, stretching devices for mattress nets
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/12 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with fibrous inlays, e.g. made of wool, of cotton
A47C 27/22 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with both fibrous and foamed material inlays
F41H 5/04 - Plate construction composed of more than one layer
F16F 3/04 - Spring units consisting of several springs, e.g. for obtaining a desired spring characteristic with springs made of steel or of other material having low internal friction composed only of wound springs
A sleeper sofa having a bridge joint to inhibit bowing between frames in a sleeper position is provided although other folding articles are contemplated. The sleeper sofa has a first frame section and a second frame section foldable/pivotable from a first sitting position to a second sleeping position. When in the sleeping position, the bridge joint extends under and between the first and second frame section to provide support to inhibit bowing at the junction between the first and second frame section. The bridge joint includes a pivot axle and an anti-buckling member coupled to a pivot guide having a track. The anti-buckling member travels in the track as the first and second frames are unfolded about the pivotal axle.
A47C 17/16 - Sofas, couches, settees, or the like, with movable partsChair beds changeable to beds by tilting or pivoting the back-rest
A47C 17/17 - Sofas, couches, settees, or the like, with movable partsChair beds changeable to beds by tilting or pivoting the back-rest with coupled movement of back-rest and seat
A47C 17/175 - Sofas, couches, settees, or the like, with movable partsChair beds changeable to beds by tilting or pivoting the back-rest with coupled movement of back-rest and seat with tilting or lifting seat-back-rest pivot
A multiple strand pool noodle is provided. The multiple strand pool noodle has at least two strands formed of extruded foam where each of the strands has a first end and a second end. The first ends of the strands are contained in a first end member and the second ends of the strand are contained in a second end member. A length of the strands extends between the first and second end members. The strands are movable with respect to each other along the length.
The present application provides a cushion having a core layer and a quilt support/comfort layer. The core layer may comprise innersprings, foams, air cells, or combinations thereof. The support/comfort layer comprises a sleep layer that simulates a conventional quilted fabric layer. The sleep layer includes a thick, comfort fabric and a backing fabric, which backing fabric may be the same as the thick, comfort fabric. The sleep layer is formed by coupling the thick, comfort fabric to the backing fabric to form a plurality of individual pockets in which micro spring coils are placed. The micro spring coils have less uncompressed height than conventional innerspring coils. The sleep layer coupling is formed by spot coupling without using a metal needle to stitch the layers together. In other words, the spot coupling may comprise an adhesive or weld.
A47C 27/00 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
A47C 27/20 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays with springs moulded in, or situated in openings in foamed material
A foam mattress is provided having a body facing surface comprising a first foam layer on a first spring layer formed of a plurality of individual pocketed spring coils. A second foam layer formed of a reticulated foam supports the first spring layer. The foam mattress further having a bottom layer of conventional foam. The foam mattress is surrounded by a foam casing that has at least one vent formed in the casing. The first spring layer causes air to flow from the second foam layer through the vents.
A47C 23/04 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
A47C 27/20 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays with springs moulded in, or situated in openings in foamed material
A47C 27/05 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with spring inlays with foamed material in top, bottom, or side layers
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a flotation device suited to teach beginner swimming techniques or provide enjoyment in an aquatic environment while providing flotation to at least a portion of the swimmer's body. The flotation device for aiding a swimmer in a body of water may comprise a body formed from an extruded foam and comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side rail, a second side rail, a leading lateral surface, and a trailing lateral surface, and wherein the extruded foam is a flexible cellular foam. The presently disclosed subject matter also relates to methods of making the flotation device.
B63C 9/08 - Life-buoys, e.g. ringsLife-belts, jackets, suits, or the like
B63B 35/58 - Rafts, i.e. free floating waterborne vessels, of shallow draft, with little or no freeboard, and having a platform or floor for supporting a user
B29C 47/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired form; Apparatus therefor (extrusion blow-moulding B29C 49/04)
A multiple strand pool noodle is provided. The multiple strand pool noodle has at least two strands formed of extruded foam where each of the strands has a first end and a second end. The first ends of the strands are contained in a first end member and the second ends of the strand are contained in a second end member. A length of the strands extends between the first and second end members. The strands are movable with respect to each other along the length.
A foam mattress is provided having a body facing surface comprising a first foam layer on a first spring layer formed of a plurality of individual pocketed spring coils. A second foam layer formed of a reticulated foam supports the first spring layer. The foam mattress further having a bottom layer of conventional foam. The foam mattress is surrounded by a foam casing that has at least one vent formed in the casing. The first spring layer causes air to flow from the second foam layer through the vents.
A47C 23/04 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
A47C 27/20 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays with springs moulded in, or situated in openings in foamed material
37.
Mattress with a visco elastic polyurethane foam layer
A foam mattress is provided having a body facing surface comprising a viscoelastic foam layer. The body facing surface further comprises a recess or cavity into which a layer including a core of springs may be provided. The foam mattress further having a layer of open cell foam beneath the viscoelastic foam layer. The open cell, or reticulated, foam layer provides increased breathability. Support for the mattress may further be provided by a bottom layer of conventional foam.
A47C 23/04 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using springs in compression, e.g. coiled
A47C 27/14 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays
A47C 27/06 - Spring inlays or spring units therefor
A47C 27/15 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays consisting of two or more layers
A47C 27/20 - Spring, stuffed or fluid mattresses specially adapted for chairs, beds or sofas with foamed material inlays with springs moulded in, or situated in openings in foamed material
38.
HIGH TEMPERATURE NON-CROSSLINKED POLYETHYLENE-BASED FOAM AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME
A linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) foam and methods of making the same are described. The LLDPE foam has a maximum operating temperature of about 220°F. The LLDPE foam can also have a density in the range of from 0.6 to 10.0 lbs/ft3. The LLDPE foam can be manufactured in part by processing an LLDPE resin in order to create a long branch molecular structure in the LLDPE resin without crosslinking or otherwise adversely affecting the thermoplastic properties of the LLDPE resin.
C08J 9/04 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof using blowing gases generated by a previously added blowing agent
39.
HIGH TEMPERATURE NON-CROSSLINKED POLYETHYLENE-BASED FOAM AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME
A linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) foam and methods of making the same are described. The LLDPE foam has a maximum operating temperature of about 220°F. The LLDPE foam can also have a density in the range of from 0.6 to 10.0 lbs/ft3. The LLDPE foam can be manufactured in part by processing an LLDPE resin in order to create a long branch molecular structure in the LLDPE resin without crosslinking or otherwise adversely affecting the thermoplastic properties of the LLDPE resin.
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a flotation device suited to teach beginner swimming techniques or provide enjoyment in an aquatic environment while providing flotation to at least a portion of the swimmer's body. The flotation device for aiding a swimmer in a body of water may comprise a body formed from an extruded foam and comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side rail, a second side rail, a leading lateral surface, and a trailing lateral surface, and wherein the extruded foam is a flexible cellular foam. The presently disclosed subject matter also relates to methods of making the flotation device.
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a flotation device suited to teach beginner swimming techniques or provide enjoyment in an aquatic environment while providing flotation to at least a portion of the swimmer's body. The flotation device for aiding a swimmer in a body of water may comprise a body formed from an extruded foam and comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side rail, a second side rail, a leading lateral surface, and a trailing lateral surface, and wherein the extruded foam is a flexible cellular foam. The presently disclosed subject matter also relates to methods of making the flotation device.
B63B 35/58 - Rafts, i.e. free floating waterborne vessels, of shallow draft, with little or no freeboard, and having a platform or floor for supporting a user
B29C 47/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired form; Apparatus therefor (extrusion blow-moulding B29C 49/04)
The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a flotation device suited to teach beginner swimming techniques or provide enjoyment in an aquatic environment while providing flotation to at least a portion of the swimmer's body. The flotation device for aiding a swimmer in a body of water may comprise a body formed from an extruded foam and comprising a top surface, a bottom surface, a first side rail, a second side rail, a leading lateral surface, and a trailing lateral surface, and wherein the extruded foam is a flexible cellular foam. The presently disclosed subject matter also relates to methods of making the flotation device.
A spring cushion assembly for a one-sided mattress includes a plurality of spring coils. Each spring coil has a length of spring wire formed at opposite upper and lower ends in respective upper and lower end turns and in an intervening coil extent therebetween. The spring coils are characterized in that the lower end turns of each coil is closed by a knot formed between the lower wire end and the coil extent. The spring coils are further characterized in that the upper end turn of a first selected number of the spring coils is open with the upper wire end unknotted to the coil extent and the upper end turn of a second selected number of the spring coils is closed by a knot formed between the upper wire end and the coil extent.
A hinged glider mechanism includes a hinge device for pivoted mounting in a chair between a stationary base frame and a seat frame, for supporting the seat frame for oscillatory gliding motion generally longitudinally relative to the base frame. The hinge device is configured for repeated substantially silent pivotal oscillating cycles over an extended life. The hinge device includes a hinge panel consisting essentially of a polymeric material, such as acetal copolymer, that is characterized by a sufficient strength and durability to support the seat frame and a seat occupant during repeated and extended pivotal oscillating cycles without failure and a sufficient lubricity not to generate noise during the repeated and extended pivotal oscillating cycles.
A support module for use in a bedding foundation to support a support surface above a bedding foundation base, the support module being of an independent wire form configured to define a top portion, a bottom portion, and four predominantly straight support legs, wherein the support legs are skewed with respect to each other, such that each respective support leg is not parallel to any of the other support legs. The top of each support leg is bent to be oriented into a common first plane to form the top portion, which may be connected to a wire grid assembly to form a nestable bedding foundation.
A47C 23/04 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using springs in compression, e.g. coiled
F16F 3/00 - Spring units consisting of several springs, e.g. for obtaining a desired spring characteristic
A support module (10) for use in a bedding foundation (50) to support a support surface (60) above a bedding foundation base (80), the support module being of an independent wire form configured to define a top portion (20), a bottom portion (30), and four predominantly straight support legs (12), wherein the support legs are skewed with respect to each other, such that each respective support leg is not parallel to any of the other support legs. The top of each support leg (12) is bent to be oriented into a common first plane to form the top portion (20), which may be connected to a wire grid assembly (60) to form a nestable bedding foundation (50).
A47C 23/04 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using springs in compression, e.g. coiled
F16F 3/00 - Spring units consisting of several springs, e.g. for obtaining a desired spring characteristic
A support module (10) for use in a bedding foundation (50) to support a support surface (60) above a bedding foundation base (80), the support module being of an independent wire form configured to define a top portion (20), a bottom portion (30), and four predominantly straight support legs (12), wherein the support legs are skewed with respect to each other, such that each respective support leg is not parallel to any of the other support legs The top of each support leg (12) is bent to be oriented into a common first plane to form the top portion (20), which may be connected to a wire grid assembly (60) to form a nestable bedding foundation (50).
A47C 23/04 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using springs in compression, e.g. coiled
F16F 3/00 - Spring units consisting of several springs, e.g. for obtaining a desired spring characteristic
A support module for use in a bedding foundation to support a support surface above a bedding foundation base, the support module being of an independent wire form configured to define a top portion, a bottom portion, and four predominantly straight support legs, wherein the support legs are skewed with respect to each other, such that each respective support leg is not parallel to any of the other support legs. The top of each support leg is bent to be oriented into a common first plane to form the top portion, which may be connected to a wire grid assembly to form a nestable bedding foundation.
A47C 23/04 - Spring mattresses with rigid frame or forming part of the bedstead, e.g. box springsDivan basesSlatted bed bases using springs in compression, e.g. coiled
F16F 3/00 - Spring units consisting of several springs, e.g. for obtaining a desired spring characteristic
49.
Cross-rail support system for a bed frame with telescopic legs
A cross-rail support system for use with a bed frame to support a mattress having at least two adjustable support leg assemblies attached to two parallel and adjacent elongate beams. The overall width of the support system is adjustable by sliding the elongate beams relative to each other along their lengths. The placement of the two support leg assemblies is also adjustable by sliding the assemblies along the elongate beams and is independent from the total width of the support system. In addition, the leg assemblies maintain the parallel alignment of the elongate beams to each other and provide support to the mattress. The leg assemblies include telescopic extensions that have locking means, and at least one open ended groove that accommodates a locking means.
A cross-rail support system for use with a bed frame to support a mattress having at least two adjustable support leg assemblies attached to two parallel and adjacent elongate beams. The overall width of the support system is adjustable by sliding the elongate beams relative to each other along their lengths. The placement of the two support leg assemblies is also adjustable by sliding the assemblies along the elongate beams and is independent from the total width of the support system. In addition, the leg assemblies maintain the parallel alignment of the elongate beams to each other and provide support to the mattress.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
22 - Rope, netting, tents, awnings, sails and sacks; padding and stuffing materials
Goods & Services
furniture hardware made of metal, namely, incliner and recliner linkages for incliner and recliner chairs, rocker bases for rocker chairs, rocker swivel bases for rocker swivel chairs, platform rocker spring bases for platform rocker chairs, sofa bed extension linkages for sofa beds, sinuous furniture springs, coil furniture springs, furniture spring systems comprised of plural coil springs and/or sinuous springs assembled together as a unit, and mattress spring systems comprised of plural coil springs assembled together as a unit fiber batting, pads, and stuffings and foam for use in furniture and bedding
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
22 - Rope, netting, tents, awnings, sails and sacks; padding and stuffing materials
Goods & Services
furniture hardware made of metal, namely, incliner and recliner linkages for incliner and recliner chairs, rocker bases for rocker chairs, rocker swivel bases for rocker swivel chairs, platform rocker spring bases for platform rocker chairs, sofa bed extension linkages for sofa beds, sinuous furniture springs, coil furniture springs, furniture spring systems comprised of plural coil springs and/or sinuous springs assembled together as a unit, and mattress spring systems comprised of plural coil springs assembled together as a unit fiber batting, pads, and stuffings and foam for use in furniture and bedding
