US3559815A
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Store counter partition and clip therefor
Assignee: SELFSEL EQUIPMENT CORP
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Filing: 1969-07-01
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Granted: 1971-02-02
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Expires: 1989-07-01
Abstract
Abstract A store counter partition for dividing a countertop into a plurality of bins having a pair of tabs extending inwardly in the longitudinal direction on each end of the partition. The tabs are offset from each other vertically and are spaced to preclude lateral movement of the tines of a resilient, removable clip which grips the end of the partition and is provided with a recess at its lower extremity to engage the countertop.
Inventors
- 👤 Charles P Huddleston
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 19:14
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47F; A47F5/00; A47F5/0043; A47F5/005
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
159 words
A store counter partition for dividing a counter having a flat upper base into a plurality of bins comprising: a longitudinal element whose length is approximately the same as one dimension of the flat base being divided into a plurality of bins; a flat lateral portion at one end of the longitudinal element adjacent the lower edge of the longitudinal element; an upstanding rib above the flat lateral portion; a pair of tabs affixed to the flat lateral portion projecting inwardly in the direction of the major portion of the longitudinal element; a resilient removable clip of a generally inverted U-shape comprising: a pair of tines formed to fit over the upstanding rib forming one leg of the inverted U; a recess at the other end of the inverted U to engage the edge of the flat base; and means at the ends of the tines for locking the clip in position on the end of the longitudinal elEment.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
159 words
A store counter partition for dividing a counter having a flat upper base into a plurality of bins comprising: a longitudinal element whose length is approximately the same as one dimension of the flat base being divided into a plurality of bins; a flat lateral portion at one end of the longitudinal element adjacent the lower edge of the longitudinal element; an upstanding rib above the flat lateral portion; a pair of tabs affixed to the flat lateral portion projecting inwardly in the direction of the major portion of the longitudinal element; a resilient removable clip of a generally inverted U-shape comprising: a pair of tines formed to fit over the upstanding rib forming one leg of the inverted U; a recess at the other end of the inverted U to engage the edge of the flat base; and means at the ends of the tines for locking the clip in position on the end of the longitudinal elEment.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The invention of claim 1 wherein the means for locking the clip in position comprises a bent portion at the end of each of the tines and a notch in the longitudinal element to receive the bent portions.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
38 words
The invention of claim 1 including a slotted member affixed to the clip above the recess to receive a flat vertical member and hold the same in position with respect to the longitudinal element and the flat base.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
The invention of claim 3 wherein the slotted member is open at its top and two of its sides.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
19 words
The invention of claim 3 wherein the slotted member is open at its top and one of its sides.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
78 words
A clip for removably engaging the end of a longitudinal partition element and a flat base to divide the flat base into a plurality of bins comprising: a generally U-shaped element of resilient material; a pair of tines forming one leg of the U; a recess at the other end of the U for engaging the edge of the flat base; and means at the ends of tines for locking the clip in position on the longitudinal partition.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
78 words
A clip for removably engaging the end of a longitudinal partition element and a flat base to divide the flat base into a plurality of bins comprising: a generally U-shaped element of resilient material; a pair of tines forming one leg of the U; a recess at the other end of the U for engaging the edge of the flat base; and means at the ends of tines for locking the clip in position on the longitudinal partition.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
24 words
The invention of claim 6 including a slotted member affixed to the clip above the recess for engaging the edge of the flat base.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
20 words
The invention of claim 7 wherein the slotted member is open at the top end and two of its sides.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
19 words
The invention of claim 7 wherein the slotted member is open at its top and one of its sides.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-02-01 | 1974-08-03 | 1975-02-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-02-01 | 1978-08-03 | 1979-02-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-02-01 | 1982-08-03 | 1983-02-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |