Patent classifications
A47B9/02
HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE PLATFORMS AND ASSOCIATED MECHANISMS
A mobile workstation can include a head unit assembly. A worksurface can be coupled to the head unit assembly and configured to translate with respect to the head unit assembly between an open configuration and a closed configuration. A glide can be rotatably coupled to the head unit assembly and engaged with the worksurface. The glide can include a latch configured to translate with respect to a glide body of the glide. The mobile workstation can include a worksurface opening mechanism having a locking configuration and an unlocking configuration. The worksurface opening mechanism can include a latch release handle moveably coupled to the head unit assembly. Movement of the latch release handle can transition the worksurface opening mechanism between the locked configuration and the unlocked configuration. A release assembly can selectively engage with the first latch. A lift system can bias the worksurface away from the head unit assembly.
Facilitating the placement of shelving in a merchandise display and dispensing unit
Apparatus and method facilitate placement of shelves at selected levels in a merchandise display and dispensing unit. At least one shelf is secured in place in a horizontal, level orientation at a selected level to locate a point-of-purchase at a selected height within the unit. A locking mechanism located adjacent a distal edge of the shelf locks the shelf at the selected level and is operated by an actuator extending essentially from adjacent one to adjacent the other end of the shelf, beneath the shelf, conveniently accessible by an operator from a proximal edge of the shelf while supporting the shelf in an essentially balanced manner so as to enable manual movement for relocating the shelf to the selected level without disturbing items placed on the shelf. A leveling system is coupled to the shelf to maintain the shelf in the horizontal, level orientation during movement, and a damper mechanism impedes accelerated downward movement of the shelf when unlocked for selected relocation.
Adjustment profile and arrangement for adapting adjustable furniture to such an adjustment profile
The present invention relates to an adjustment profile (11) comprising an elongated means, substantially square of its cross section which means is provided with evenly spaced fastening openings (13) on at least one of its surfaces for receiving fastening means. In the cross section of this adjustment profile, one of its four sides is open for the whole length dimension of the adjustment profile comprising two opposite edge profiles (12) shaped substantially symmetrical to form a linear guide. Between the two opposite edge profiles (12) forming this linear guide is here arranged a moving carriage (16), whereby the motion of the carriage is supported by at least two bearing units (18) supported on opposite edge profiles.
Adjustment profile and arrangement for adapting adjustable furniture to such an adjustment profile
The present invention relates to an adjustment profile (11) comprising an elongated means, substantially square of its cross section which means is provided with evenly spaced fastening openings (13) on at least one of its surfaces for receiving fastening means. In the cross section of this adjustment profile, one of its four sides is open for the whole length dimension of the adjustment profile comprising two opposite edge profiles (12) shaped substantially symmetrical to form a linear guide. Between the two opposite edge profiles (12) forming this linear guide is here arranged a moving carriage (16), whereby the motion of the carriage is supported by at least two bearing units (18) supported on opposite edge profiles.
Height adjustable platforms and associated mechanisms
A mobile workstation can include a head unit assembly. A worksurface can be coupled to the head unit assembly and configured to translate with respect to the head unit assembly between an open configuration and a closed configuration. A glide can be rotatably coupled to the head unit assembly and engaged with the worksurface. The glide can include a latch configured to translate with respect to a glide body of the glide. The mobile workstation can include a worksurface opening mechanism having a locking configuration and an unlocking configuration. The worksurface opening mechanism can include a latch release handle moveably coupled to the head unit assembly. Movement of the latch release handle can transition the worksurface opening mechanism between the locked configuration and the unlocked configuration. A release assembly can selectively engage with the first latch. A lift system can bias the worksurface away from the head unit assembly.
Height adjustable platforms and associated mechanisms
A mobile workstation can include a head unit assembly. A worksurface can be coupled to the head unit assembly and configured to translate with respect to the head unit assembly between an open configuration and a closed configuration. A glide can be rotatably coupled to the head unit assembly and engaged with the worksurface. The glide can include a latch configured to translate with respect to a glide body of the glide. The mobile workstation can include a worksurface opening mechanism having a locking configuration and an unlocking configuration. The worksurface opening mechanism can include a latch release handle moveably coupled to the head unit assembly. Movement of the latch release handle can transition the worksurface opening mechanism between the locked configuration and the unlocked configuration. A release assembly can selectively engage with the first latch. A lift system can bias the worksurface away from the head unit assembly.
Systems and methods for lift force estimation
A lift force of a height adjustable assembly can be estimated using a potentiometer or other position sensor coupled to a counterbalance mechanism. The estimated lift force can be communicated to the user, e.g., presented on an electronic display, and the user can continue adjustment of the lift force, if needed, to substantially balance the lift force with the weight of the components coupled to the assembly.
Systems and methods for lift force estimation
A lift force of a height adjustable assembly can be estimated using a potentiometer or other position sensor coupled to a counterbalance mechanism. The estimated lift force can be communicated to the user, e.g., presented on an electronic display, and the user can continue adjustment of the lift force, if needed, to substantially balance the lift force with the weight of the components coupled to the assembly.
Adjustable height workstation
This present invention relates to an adjustable height workstation comprising a mast having lock pin receptacles disposed along the mast, a work surface, and an accessory surface that is interconnected with a work surface and configured to slide along the mast. A lock pin can be inserted into a lock pin receptacle to abate the accessory surface moving along the mast. The work surface comprises a release rail that a user can operate to adjust the height of the accessory and work surfaces. A tapered pully assembly and counterbalance assembly are operationally related allowing the user to work ergonomically by adjusting the height of the accessory and the work surfaces, in a counterbalanced manner, up and down the mast in a variety of positions including floor level so that the user can work on the work surface at floor level.
Adjustable height workstation
This present invention relates to an adjustable height workstation comprising a mast having lock pin receptacles disposed along the mast, a work surface, and an accessory surface that is interconnected with a work surface and configured to slide along the mast. A lock pin can be inserted into a lock pin receptacle to abate the accessory surface moving along the mast. The work surface comprises a release rail that a user can operate to adjust the height of the accessory and work surfaces. A tapered pully assembly and counterbalance assembly are operationally related allowing the user to work ergonomically by adjusting the height of the accessory and the work surfaces, in a counterbalanced manner, up and down the mast in a variety of positions including floor level so that the user can work on the work surface at floor level.