Supports – Brackets – Article holding means
Reexamination Certificate
2007-05-01
2007-05-01
Wujciak, III, A. Joseph (Department: 3632)
Supports
Brackets
Article holding means
C248S314000, C248S317000, C248S682000, C248S686000, C206S349000, C211S070600
Reexamination Certificate
active
10806027
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for securing a tool to a hangtag is provided. A method for securing the tool is also provided. In one embodiment, the invention pertains to a hangtag assembly that includes a fastening mechanism for securing a tool having a shank portion, such as a socket driver. The hangtag has a body portion, and a hanging mechanism connected to the body portion. The hangtag also has a tool fastening mechanism for securely attaching a tool to the hangtag. The tool fastening mechanism includes one or more pairs of through-openings, and one or more ties, wherein each tie is wove around the shank of the tool and through a respective pair of through-openings. In another embodiment, the invention pertains to a hangtag assembly that includes a fastening mechanism for securing a circular tool having a centrally located hub portion defining an opening therethrough. The hangtag has a body portion with a plurality of apertures therethrough and a tool fastening mechanism for securely attaching a tool to the hangtag. The tool fastening mechanism includes one or more pairs of openings therethrough. One or more ties, may be woven through the openings of the fastening mechanism, the opening of the tool, and the apertures of the body.
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Khachatoorian Zareh
Wheeler Thomas J.
Edmonds Robb D.
Edmonds PC
Epps Todd M.
JPJ Investment Holding Corporation
Wujciak, III A. Joseph
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