Abstract:
A stapler (10) includes a base (18), a staple storage chamber (30) coupled with the base, a staple pusher assembly (34) positioned at least partially in the staple storage chamber, and a low staple indicator (14) distinct from the staple pusher assembly and movable between a first position indicating the presence of a staple (S) at a location in the staple storage chamber and a second position indicating the absence of a staple at the location in the storage chamber.
Abstract:
A coding scheme is provided that relates to a dimension of a user. The dimension may be a hand size. Depending on the dimension, a code in the coding scheme may be determined. The code indicates an optimal ergonomic setup for a user. A user may thus use the determined code to adjust the product to a position corresponding to the code. At this position, the product may be in an optimal ergonomic setup for the user. Alternatively, the user may select a product according to the determined code.
Abstract:
A stapler includes a base, a staple storage chamber coupled with the base, a staple pusher assembly positioned at least partially in the staple storage chamber, and a low staple indicator distinct from the staple pusher assembly and movable between a first position indicating the presence of a staple at a location in the staple storage chamber and a second position indicating the absence of a staple at the location in the storage chamber.
Abstract:
A stapler and detachable accessory combination includes a stapler having a base with an accessory storage chamber. A detachable accessory defines an operating end, a non-operating end, and a grasping portion intermediate the operating and non-operating ends. The detachable accessory is insertable into and removable from the storage chamber such that the operating end leads during insertion into the storage chamber and the non-operating end leads during removal from the storage chamber. The accessory can be a staple remover, a hole punch, a pencil sharpener, or other office tool.
Abstract:
A computer powered light on a support base with one or more light emitting diodes on one or more flexible necks which is powered via the computers USB or IEEE 1394 port. An auxiliary USB or IEEE 1394 port may be combined to allow for additional devices to be connected to a computer through the computer powered light.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a punch (1) for punching a workpiece. In particular, the invention relates to a punch including a base (6) to stably support the punch and a support member configured to accommodate and locate the workpiece in a punching position. The support member is preferably movably connected to the base and preferably includes at least one punch member (3) configured and operably associated with the support portion to punch the workpiece in the punching position upon an actuation movement of the support member with respect to the base. Another embodiment of the present invention relates to a punch having a paper tray oriented at an angle with respect to the base to support a sufficient portion of a sheet of paper to prevent an unsupported portion from falling over and withdrawing from the support portion. In particular, the paper tray and punch mechanism are oriented to expel paper chips such that the chips are visible to an operator as they are punched.
Abstract:
A driver (60) supported reciprocally movably on an apparatus frame for driving staples into a sheet bundle, first cam members (23) and second cam members (24) interlocked to the members to move reciprocally the driver (60), and a drive motor (21) interlocked to the first cam members and the second cam members via deceleration gears (22), wherein the first cam members (23) and the second cam members (24) are made up of at least two rotating cams (23e) and (24e) having driver swinging pins (23g) and (24g) intersecting a plane formed of a reciprocal movement locus of the driver (60), and the two cam members (23) and (24) and the driver (60) are engaged at more than two points.
Abstract:
A stapler (1) is provided with a frame (3) and a head assembly (5) pivotally disposed in the frame (3) between a first open position and a second clamped position. These operative elements include a staple driving mechanism (33), a motor (83) fixed to the head assembly (5), a cam member (105) connected to the motor (83) and rotated thereby. The cam member (105) contains at least three surfaces that simultaneously form and drive staples, pivot the head assembly (5) in the frame (3), and actuate a microswitch (88) controlling power to the motor (83). The cam member (105) cooperates with a first bar (121) disposed between the frame (3) and a spring assembly (129) to permit the first bar (121) to flex to accommodate varying thicknesses or amounts of paper to be stapled.
Abstract:
A stapler (1) is provided with a frame (3) and a head assembly (5) pivotally disposed in the frame (3) between a first open position and a second clamped position. These operative elements include a staple driving mechanism (33), a motor (83) fixed to the head assembly (5), a cam member (105) connected to the motor (83) and rotated thereby. The cam member (105) contains at least three surfaces that simultaneously form and drive staples, pivot the head assembly (5) in the frame (3), and actuate a microswitch (88) controlling power to the motor (83). The cam member (105) cooperates with a first bar (121) disposed between the frame and a spring assembly (129) to permit the first bar (121) to flex to accommodate varying thicknesses or amounts of paper to be stapled.
Abstract:
A new and improved pointing device (100) having a symmetrical design thereby permitting ambidextrous use and equally benefiting both left- and right-handed users. Such device further permits the user's palm and wrist to rest at a neutral angle of approximately 45 degrees with respect to the horizontal surface during operation of the device thereby reducing pronation of the hand and wrist.