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Article retainer for a refrigerator
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-10-06
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Granted: 1974-12-03
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Expires: 1992-10-06
Abstract
Abstract An elongated generally rectangular sheetlike element constructed of a pliable, resilient plastic has its lower edge formed into a plurality of slots arranged in a spacing corresponding to that of the wires or rods forming the refrigerator shelf. In use, the slots are snapped onto the refrigerator shelf wires or rods and the retainer is forced against the sides of the articles, moving them into contact with each other and the inner wall surfaces of the refrigerator, thereby forming a firm and reliable securement for the articles against lateral displacement.
Inventors
- 👤 D Cox
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 16:36
CPC Classifications
F; F25; F25D; F25D25/00; F25D25/02; A; A47; A47B; A47B57/00; A47B57/58; A47B57/581; F25D2331/00; F25D2331/80; F25D2331/803; F25D2331/809
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
144 words
In combination, retainer means and a shelf, said shelf constructed of a plurality of parallel spaced elongated wirelike means, said retainer means comprising an elongated member constructed of a pliant material, said member including a shoulder along one of the long member edges extending substantially normally from said member, said shoulder having wall portions defining a plurality of slots extending transversely thereof and each said slot terminating in an associated opening in the member; certain of said slots and associated openings receiving the wirelike means with the elongated member being flexed about at least one transverse axis to conformingly contact the article and secure it against horizontal movement on said shelf, the diameter of said wirelike means being greater than the width of said slots and being substantially equal to the diameter of said openings, whereby said wirelike means are snapped into said openings.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
144 words
In combination, retainer means and a shelf, said shelf constructed of a plurality of parallel spaced elongated wirelike means, said retainer means comprising an elongated member constructed of a pliant material, said member including a shoulder along one of the long member edges extending substantially normally from said member, said shoulder having wall portions defining a plurality of slots extending transversely thereof and each said slot terminating in an associated opening in the member; certain of said slots and associated openings receiving the wirelike means with the elongated member being flexed about at least one transverse axis to conformingly contact the article and secure it against horizontal movement on said shelf, the diameter of said wirelike means being greater than the width of said slots and being substantially equal to the diameter of said openings, whereby said wirelike means are snapped into said openings.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
109 words
Retainer means for securing articles resting on a spaced wire shelf in a refrigerator, comprising: an elongated generally rectangular member constructed of a pliant material, said member including a shoulder along one of the long member edges extending substantially normally from said member; said shoulder including a plurality of slots extending transversely thereof and each terminating in an opening in the member for being individually received onto a shelf wire, certain of said slots and openings being dimensioned to form a tightly fitting relationship with said shelf wires and certain other of said slots and associated openings being of larger dimensions forming a loose fit with the shelf wires.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
109 words
Retainer means for securing articles resting on a spaced wire shelf in a refrigerator, comprising: an elongated generally rectangular member constructed of a pliant material, said member including a shoulder along one of the long member edges extending substantially normally from said member; said shoulder including a plurality of slots extending transversely thereof and each terminating in an opening in the member for being individually received onto a shelf wire, certain of said slots and openings being dimensioned to form a tightly fitting relationship with said shelf wires and certain other of said slots and associated openings being of larger dimensions forming a loose fit with the shelf wires.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
36 words
Retainer means as in claim 2, in which the elongated member and shoulder are of one-piece plastic construction, which plastic is sufficiently pliant that the member is deformable to engage the articles on their side surfaces.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
33 words
Retainer means as in claim 2, in which the slots and openings in said shoulder and elongated member are such that they may be snappingly engaged with and disengaged from the shelf wires.
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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) | 1977-12-02 | 1978-06-03 | 1978-12-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-02 | 1982-06-03 | 1982-12-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-02 | 1986-06-03 | 1986-12-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |