公开(公告)号：US06393855B1

公开(公告)日：2002-05-28

申请号：US09841397

申请日：2001-04-24

Applicant: Bart Schuchert ,  Gene Schuchert ,  David Olberding ,  Ron Haltmeyer ,  Forrest Wing

Inventor： Bart Schuchert ,  Gene Schuchert ,  David Olberding ,  Ron Haltmeyer ,  Forrest Wing

IPC: F25B4700

CPC classification number: F25D23/061 ,  F25D21/04

Abstract: Methods and devices for retaining a heating element, such as warm refrigerant tubing, within a refrigerator cabinet. Semispherical raised dimples are formed upon a retaining panel in a rolled triple flange. The dimples are intermittently positioned along the retaining panel and maintain the warm refrigerant tubing in intimate surface contact with the exterior surface panel of the refrigerator. The raised dimples preclude significant intimate surface contact between the retaining panel and the tubing and permit insulating foam to be disposed between the two so that heat transfer is minimized. A dimpled flange arrangement is also used to retain tubing within a mullion. A sheet metal insert is also described that is formed having two retaining panels with raised dimples thereupon that maintain the tubing in intimate surface contact with the exterior surface panel that forms the facing for the mullion. Both the triple flange and the sheet metal insert are preferably formed by rollforming of sheet metal, and the dimples are formed during this process by pins on a roller that contact and deform a portion of the sheet metal. The use of dimples is also advantageous in that it provides an easily recognizable feature that can be used to secure the tubing within the refrigeration cabinet, thereby reducing the chances of mistakes made during installation of the tubing.

Abstract translation: 用于将加热元件（例如温暖的制冷剂管）保持在冰箱内的方法和装置。 半球形凸起的凹坑形成在滚动的三重凸缘的保持面板上。 凹坑沿着保持板间歇地定位，并保持温暖的制冷剂管与冰箱的外表面贴紧表面接触。 凸起的凹痕排除了保持面板和管道之间的明显紧密的表面接触，并且允许将绝缘泡沫设置在两者之间，使得热传递最小化。 凹槽法兰装置也用于将管道保持在竖框内。 还描述了一种金属片插入件，其形成为具有两个具有凸起凹部的保持面板，其中保持管道与形成竖框的面的外表面面贴合表面接触。 三重凸缘和金属片插入件优选通过金属板的成形来形成，并且在该过程期间，通过使得金属板的一部分接触和变形的辊上的销形成凹坑。 凹坑的使用也是有利的，因为它提供了可以用于将管道固定在冷藏柜内的容易识别的特征，从而减少了在安装管道期间产生的错误的机会。

公开(公告)号：US20080061666A1

公开(公告)日：2008-03-13

申请号：US11942151

申请日：2007-11-19

Applicant: TROY ANDERSON ,  GARNETT HELMING ,  DOUGLAS POHL ,  EUGENE SCHUCHERT ,  FORREST WING

Inventor： TROY ANDERSON ,  GARNETT HELMING ,  DOUGLAS POHL ,  EUGENE SCHUCHERT ,  FORREST WING

IPC: A47B96/06 ,  A47B96/04

CPC classification number: F25D23/065 ,  F25D2400/04 ,  F25D2400/06 ,  Y10T29/49359

Abstract: A side-by-side refrigerator includes a cabinet defining fresh food and freezer compartments, each having upper and lower sections which vary in width and volume along with corresponding fresh food and freezer doors that vary in width. The fresh food and freezer compartments are spaced by an offset mullion assembly against which the doors seal. The offset mullion assembly includes a first longitudinal member, a second longitudinal member, a brace having first and second legs and a laterally extending portion and a cosmetic cover. The offset mullion assembly provides strength to the cabinet while providing an aesthetically pleasing and uniform sealing surface for the fresh food and freezer doors.

Abstract translation: 并排冰箱包括限定新鲜食物和冷冻室的橱柜，每个隔间具有宽度和体积不同的上部和下部以及宽度不同的相应的新鲜食物和冷冻门。 新鲜食品和冷藏室隔开一个偏移竖框组件，门被密封。 偏移竖框组件包括第一纵向构件，第二纵向构件，具有第一和第二腿部以及横向延伸部分和化妆品盖的支架。 偏移竖框组件为橱柜提供强度，同时为新鲜食品和冷冻门提供美观且均匀的密封表面。

公开(公告)号：US20070139909A1

公开(公告)日：2007-06-21

申请号：US11312406

申请日：2005-12-21

Applicant: Forrest Wing

Inventor： Forrest Wing

IPC: F21V33/00

CPC classification number: F25D27/00 ,  F21V33/0044 ,  F21W2131/305 ,  F21Y2115/10 ,  F25D25/024 ,  H01R13/701

Abstract: A refrigerator includes a vertically and/or laterally adjustable lighted shelf assembly. The shelf assembly is supported by a shelf support rail arranged in the refrigerator. First and second contact strips are mounted to the shelf support rail and electrically connected to a voltage source in the refrigerator. The shelf assembly includes a mounting member for attaching the shelf to the shelf support rail. The mounting member includes a first terminal strip and a second terminal strip. With this arrangement, when the shelf member is supported by the shelf support rail, the first and second terminal strips automatically engage with the first and second contact strips to complete an electrical circuit for powering the light unit. The electrical connection remains intact upon laterally shifting the shelf assembly on the shelf support rail.

Abstract translation: 冰箱包括垂直和/或侧向可调节的照明搁架组件。 搁板组件由布置在冰箱中的搁架支撑导轨支撑。 第一和第二接触条被安装到搁架支撑轨道上并电连接到冰箱中的电压源。 搁板组件包括用于将搁架附接到搁架支撑轨道的安装构件。 安装构件包括第一端子条和第二端子条。 通过这种布置，当搁板构件被搁架支撑轨道支撑时，第一和第二端子条自动地与第一和第二接触带接合，以完成用于为光单元供电的电路。 在货架组件在货架支撑轨上横向移动时，电气连接保持不变。

公开(公告)号：US20060001339A1

公开(公告)日：2006-01-05

申请号：US10879590

申请日：2004-06-30

Applicant: Forrest Wing

Inventor： Forrest Wing

IPC: F16B12/00 ,  A47B96/04

CPC classification number: F16B12/50 ,  F25D23/063

Abstract: A cabinet includes a decorative corner cover for concealing unfinished corner regions of the cabinet. The cabinet includes laterally spaced side walls that are joined by a top wall to form corner regions having an opening. The cover member includes a main body having first and second ends with the first end having a tab element that projects substantially perpendicularly from the main body portion. The tab element is preferably cylindrical and formed with a longitudinal slot that creates a radial spring. The tab element further includes a hook member integrally formed with the cylindrical element. The cylindrical element is inserted into the opening so that the hook member engages with the cabinet. The radial spring provides a biasing force that retains the cover in place. Preferably, the opening is constituted by a slot providing additional gripping surfaces for the hook member.