An apparatus and method for winding a cable is disclosed. The apparatus includes a first plate and a second plate that engage via oblong slots at a central axis to form a cable winder system. Each of the first plate and the second plate have a handle used to rotate the cable winder system to collect wound cable on the cable winder system.
B65H 75/40 - Cores, formers, supports, or holders for coiled, wound, or folded material, e.g. reels, spindles, bobbins, cop tubes, cans specially adapted or mounted for storing and repeatedly paying-out and re-storing lengths of material provided for particular purposes, e.g. anchored hoses, power cables involving the use of a core or former internal to, and supporting, a stored package of material mobile or transportable
An apparatus for assisting with cable installation is disclosed having a first and second pair of legs and an axle. The lower end of the first pair of legs is flat and the lower end of the second pair of legs is configured for releasably coupling to one or more wheels. When assembled, the first pair of legs form a first triangular arch, the second pair of legs form a second triangular arch, and the axle is threaded through the upper end of the pairs of legs such that the axle is parallel to a support surface. When a cable spool is coupled to the axle, the first pair of legs provides a stable, stationary support, the axle provides a level support for easily pulling cable from the spool, and the wheels on the second pair of legs allow the apparatus to be easily moved around a work site.
B65H 75/40 - Cores, formers, supports, or holders for coiled, wound, or folded material, e.g. reels, spindles, bobbins, cop tubes, cans specially adapted or mounted for storing and repeatedly paying-out and re-storing lengths of material provided for particular purposes, e.g. anchored hoses, power cables involving the use of a core or former internal to, and supporting, a stored package of material mobile or transportable
H02G 1/06 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for laying cables, e.g. laying apparatus on vehicle
5.
METHOD AND UNIVERSAL APPARATUS FOR OPTICAL FIBER INSTALLATION
A fiber optic installation device is disclosed for easily and efficiently installing fiber into an existing conduit in order to provide telecommunication and other services. The installation device includes a housing having first and second entry points. A first tube is releasably coupled to the first entry point, and configured for receiving a fiber cable, and a second tube is releasably coupled to the second entry point, and configured for receiving and securing an existing conduit so that the fiber optic cable can be pushed through and installed into the conduit. The cable is driven through the device via a drive wheel that is coupled to a drive shaft being driven by a standard electric drill. To prevent slippage of the cable, a pincher wheel is adjusted up or down via a knob to ensure the fiber optic cable remains in contact with the drive wheel throughout the installation process.
G02B 6/54 - Underground or underwater installationInstallation through tubing, conduits or ducts using mechanical means, e.g. pulling or pushing devices
A cutting tool system includes a cutting tool and optionally a longitudinally extending pole. The cutting tool includes a handle assembly and a blade. The handle assembly has a rearward proximal extension, a forward distal end longitudinally opposite the proximal extension, and a scabbard section extending from the proximal extension to the distal end. The scabbard section defines a longitudinally extending linear slot. The blade has a first end, a second end, and a cutting edge. The first end is pivotally mounted on the handle assembly such that the second end travels in an arc upon pivoting of the blade between a folded configuration, and an unfolded configuration of the cutting tool, in which the blade extends at least partially forward from the handle assembly with the cutting edge removed from the scabbard section and exposed for use.
A01G 3/08 - Other tools for pruning, branching or delimbing standing trees
A01G 3/025 - SecateursFlower or fruit shears having elongated or extended handles
B23D 49/10 - Hand-held or hand-operated sawing devices with straight saw blades
B23D 51/01 - Sawing machines or sawing devices working with straight blades, characterised only by constructional features of particular partsCarrying or attaching means for tools, covered by this subclass, which are connected to a carrier at both ends characterised by the handle
B23D 51/03 - Sawing machines or sawing devices working with straight blades, characterised only by constructional features of particular partsCarrying or attaching means for tools, covered by this subclass, which are connected to a carrier at both ends of bedsSawing machines or sawing devices working with straight blades, characterised only by constructional features of particular partsCarrying or attaching means for tools, covered by this subclass, which are connected to a carrier at both ends of guiding arrangements for work-tables or saw carriersSawing machines or sawing devices working with straight blades, characterised only by constructional features of particular partsCarrying or attaching means for tools, covered by this subclass, which are connected to a carrier at both ends of frames with extensible or collapsible frames
H02G 1/02 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for overhead lines or cables
B23D 51/10 - Sawing machines or sawing devices working with straight blades, characterised only by constructional features of particular partsCarrying or attaching means for tools, covered by this subclass, which are connected to a carrier at both ends of devices for mounting straight saw blades or other tools for hand-held or hand-operated devices
B23D 51/08 - Sawing machines or sawing devices working with straight blades, characterised only by constructional features of particular partsCarrying or attaching means for tools, covered by this subclass, which are connected to a carrier at both ends of devices for mounting straight saw blades or other tools
A01G 3/00 - Cutting implements specially adapted for horticultural purposesDelimbing standing trees
F16B 7/02 - Connections of rods or tubes, e.g. of non-circular section, mutually, including resilient connections with conical parts
7.
ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR SHELTER SYSTEMS
Lighting systems include electrically interconnected lighting devices, each of which includes a flexible lighting panel comprising a first side and a second side, the first side including hook strip(s) configured to be coupled to loop strip(s) integrated with elongated strap(s) of a transportable shelter system, the second side configured as a substrate facilitating light emission toward an area proximate the transportable shelter system. The flexible lighting panel includes at least one light casing positioned proximate the second side and including LED(s) positioned between the at least one light casing and the second side, the at least one light casing including light diffusing material configured to diffuse light emitted by the LED(s). Lighting systems also include at least one power supply electrically connected via electrical connector(s) to lighting device(s), a controller electrically connected via at least one electrical connector to the at least one power supply, and the elongated strap(s).
F21K 9/20 - Light sources comprising attachment means
F21S 4/10 - Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources with light sources attached to loose electric cables, e.g. Christmas tree lights
F21V 21/00 - Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devicesHand grips
F21W 131/40 - Lighting for industrial, commercial, recreational or military use
F21Y 105/10 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements
F21Y 105/16 - Planar light sources comprising a two-dimensional array of point-like light-generating elements characterised by the overall shape of the two-dimensional array square or rectangular, e.g. for light panels
A male ferrule includes a insertion end, a second end opposite the insertion end, and an insertion stop defined by a diametric enlargement between the insertion end and the second end. The male ferrule includes a cylindrical portion between the insertion end and the insertion stop. A female ferrule is configured to receive the insertion end of the male ferrule, the female ferrule having a leading edge that abuts the insertion stop of the male ferrule at full insertion. A lock pin locks the coupling at full insertion. The insertion end of the male ferrule moves the lock pin from its locking position. A spring biases the lock pin into the locking position. The insertion end of the male ferrule moves the lock pin from its locking position against a force of the spring.
An inventive reel carrier and stand apparatus, termed a reel buck, provides a quick and easy way to set up strand and cable reels, examples of which may vary in diameter. The apparatus can be assembled and disassembled, and can be stored, transported, and shipped in a space efficient essentially flat configuration. The apparatus is designed to be easily moved about a job site, handling the apparatus using ergonomically oriented handles on the frame while a mounted spool serves as a wheel. The reel buck is collapsible upon disassembly for quick loading and has multiple mounting positions to accommodate various spool sizes.
A ferrule system includes: a first ferrule comprising a proximal end for engaging a first implement and a threaded portion opposite the proximal end; and a second ferrule comprising a distal portion for engaging a second implement, a proximal portion opposite the distal portion and comprising teeth, a threaded portion intermediate the distal portion and proximal portion and configured to engage the threaded portion of the first ferrule. Teeth are mounted on the first ferrule and are biased to automatically engage the teeth of the proximal portion of the second ferrule as the threaded portion of the first ferrule engages the threaded portion of the second ferrule such that only tightening rotation of the second ferrule relative to the first ferrule is permitted when the teeth mounted on the first ferrule are automatically engaged with the teeth of the proximal portion of the second ferrule.
A ferrule connection interface may have a first composite ferrule having an outwardly threaded portion opposite a pole receiving portion. The interface may have a first pole bonded via an engineered adhesive to the first composite ferrule at the pole receiving portion of the first composite ferrule. The interface may also have a second composite ferrule having an inwardly threaded portion opposite a pole receiving portion, the inwardly threaded portion tightly meshing with the outwardly threaded portion of the first composite ferrule to form a tight connection. The interface may also have a second pole bonded via the engineered adhesive to the second composite ferrule at the pole receiving portion of the second composite ferrule. Both first and second composite ferrules are characterized by a lack of any metallic and/or electrically conductive materials.
A handheld device is adapted to ascend and descend a cable. The handheld device includes a motor that is mechanically coupled to a gearbox shaft. A drive shaft is connected to the gearbox shaft with shaft drive bearings. A first housing is mechanically coupled to the motor and surrounding the drive shaft. The housing further includes a top side, a bottom side and at least one other side therebetween. A top housing opening and a side housing opening are arranged on the first housing. A cinch brake assembly, connected to the first housing. The cable is fed through the first housing, around the drive shaft, out of the first housing and through the cinch brake assembly such that the cinch brake assembly prevents movement of the cable through the first housing.
A ferrule connection interface may have a first composite ferrule having an outwardly threaded portion opposite a pole receiving portion. The interface may have a first pole bonded via an engineered adhesive to the first composite ferrule at the pole receiving portion of the first composite ferrule. The interface may also have a second composite ferrule having an inwardly threaded portion opposite a pole receiving portion, the inwardly threaded portion tightly meshing with the outwardly threaded portion of the first composite ferrule to form a tight connection. The interface may also have a second pole bonded via the engineered adhesive to the second composite ferrule at the pole receiving portion of the second composite ferrule. Both first and second composite ferrules are characterized by a lack of any metallic and/or electrically conductive materials.
E03C 1/302 - Devices to facilitate removing of obstructions in waste pipes or sinks using devices moved through the pipes
E04H 12/18 - TowersMasts or polesChimney stacksWater-towersMethods of erecting such structures movable or with movable sections, e.g. rotatable or telescopic
E04H 15/48 - Supporting means, e.g. frames collapsible, e.g. breakdown type foldable, i.e. having pivoted or hinged means
Disclosed is an aerial sheave device 10 for the installation and suspension of cable. The aerial sheave device includes a frame and a rotating wheel 20 that coordinates with a locking cable guard 24. The device also includes a lockable side latch 40 for affording access to the wheel area. The frame may be attached to a utility pole via a loop 62 attached to the frame. The loop attaches to the frame via dome-inside-a-dome connection 68,70 which allows the frame to also rotate 360 degrees. The dome-inside-a- dome connection includes a solid semispherical dome 68 attached to the loop 62 which fits inside a slightly larger semispherical dome shaped cavity 70 of the frame.
G02B 6/44 - Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
H02G 1/02 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for overhead lines or cables
H02G 1/04 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for overhead lines or cables for mounting or stretching
Disclosed is an aerial sheave device for the installation and suspension of cable. The aerial sheave device includes a frame and a rotating wheel that coordinates with a locking cable guard. The device also includes a lockable side latch for affording access to the wheel area. The frame may be attached to a utility pole via a loop attached to the frame. The loop attaches to the frame via dome-inside-a-dome connection which allows the frame to also rotate 360 degrees. The dome-inside-a-dome connection includes a solid semispherical dome attached to the loop which fits inside a slightly larger semispherical dome shaped cavity of the frame.
F16L 3/18 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets with special provision allowing movement of the pipe allowing movement in axial direction
H02G 1/04 - Methods or apparatus specially adapted for installing, maintaining, repairing, or dismantling electric cables or lines for overhead lines or cables for mounting or stretching
28.
METHOD AND DEVICE FOR TAPPING AND TRACING A CONDUIT
Disclosed are a method and a device for tapping and tracing a conduit that is obstructed from view such as a subterranean pipe. The invention allows the conduit to be traced while the conduit continues to function. The device includes a tapping tee for tapping into a conduit with an entry port at an acute angle to the conduit, a flexible fiberglass rodder that includes a conductor, a stuffing box removably attached to the tapping tee for inserting the rodder into the tapping tee, a signal transmitter operably attached to the rodder, and a signal receiver that receives the signals transmitted by the transmitter through the rodder and through the obstruction.
F16L 41/06 - Tapping pipe walls, i.e. making connections through the walls of pipes while they are carrying fluidsFittings therefor making use of attaching means embracing the pipe
29.
Method and device for tapping and tracing a conduit
Disclosed are a method and a device for tapping and tracing a conduit that is obstructed from view such as a subterranean pipe. The invention allows the conduit to be traced while the conduit continues to function. The device includes a tapping tee for tapping into a conduit with an entry port at an acute angle to the conduit, a flexible fiberglass rodder that includes a conductor, a stuffing box removably attached to the tapping tee for inserting the rodder into the tapping tee, a signal transmitter operably attached to the rodder, and a signal receiver that receives the signals transmitted by the transmitter through the rodder and through the obstruction.
F16L 55/18 - Appliances for use in repairing pipes
F16L 41/04 - Tapping pipe walls, i.e. making connections through the walls of pipes while they are carrying fluidsFittings therefor
F16L 55/48 - Indicating the position of the pig or mole in the pipe or conduit
F16L 1/11 - Accessories therefor, e.g. anchors for the detection or protection of pipes in the ground
F16L 41/06 - Tapping pipe walls, i.e. making connections through the walls of pipes while they are carrying fluidsFittings therefor making use of attaching means embracing the pipe
A bending tool for bending and shaping general purpose building wire and cable. The bending tool including a main body having a first end opposite a second end. The first and second ends each include a pair of metal dowels fixedly attached with couplings. Each pair of metal dowels are spaced apart and define a spacing sized for releasably receiving a cable wire such as the 500 MCM cable, between the pair of metal dowels. Preferably, each of the pair of metal dowels define an outer knurled surface.
H01R 43/033 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for wrapping or unwrapping wire connections
A method and system for conducting a wagering game is disclosed. A randomly selected outcome of the wagering game is displayed in a display area. The display area includes a plurality of reels with symbols forming an array. The display area includes a plurality of active paylines extending through symbol locations within the array. Each symbol on one of the plurality of reels is changed to an altered symbol providing a wild function and an additional game-enhancement function. A payout is awarded based on a reevaluation of symbol combinations along the plurality of active paylines including the wild functions and the additional game enhancement functions.
A reduced emissions work light that includes a bulb having an elongated bulb tube, a handle adjacent the bulb and adapted for being gripped by a user to manipulate the work light, an emissions containment housing positioned adjacent the bulb tube, and an integrated ballast and filter assembly. The integrated ballast and filter assembly is located within the housing and operatively connected to the bulb for providing voltage to the bulb and reducing emissions generated by the work light.
In one aspect, the invention is directed to a treatment light comprising a support member having at least two light source support portions: each support portion adapted to be operativaly connected a light source; each light source comprising one or more LEDs, particularly a plurality of LEDs associated with a focusing material which focuses the LED emitted lights into cones, the at least two light sources adapted to be fixed at spaced apart positions proximate to either side of the head of a user, the support members defining a space for positioning the head of the user next to and potentially in between the at least two light sources. Preferably, the potential contact surfaces have a steady state temperature of no greater than 120 degrees Fahrenheit when tested at an ambient temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit. According to one embodiment of the invention, the potential contact surfaces are no hotter than 100 degrees Fahrenheit despite generating a cumulative output of 60 to 65 watts of power.
F21V 29/02 - Cooling by forcing air over or around the light source (cooling arrangements structurally associated with electric lamps H01J 61/52, H01K 1/58)
Hand tools, namely, conduit rodders, glow fish rods, fish tapes and push rods all for pushing cable into data or voice hubs; hand tools, namely, cable strippers, lay-up sticks for utility work, tree trimming poles in the nature of extension poles for manual tree trimming tools, pruners, scissors, snips, hand loppers, utility knives, cable cutters, pole saws, hand saws, cable carries, wire lifters and component parts therefor; tool pouches for attachement to tool belts, and manually operated knife and scissor sharpeners portable electric work lights, fluorescent work lights and structural parts therefor
Hand tools, namely, conduit rodders, fish tapes and push rods all for pushing cable into data or voice hubs; hand tools, namely, cable strippers, lay-up sticks for utility work, pruners, scissors, snips, hand loppers, utility knives, cable cutters, pole saws, cable carries, wire lifters and parts therefore; tool pouches, and knife and scissor sharpeners portable electric work lights and parts therefor
