公开(公告)号：AU2003293081A8

公开(公告)日：2004-06-18

申请号：AU2003293081

申请日：2003-11-26

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： ASTLE ROBERT A ,  NYE S CURTIS

IPC: A63B20060101 ,  A63B63/08 ,  A63B69/00

Abstract: A basketball backboard may include one or more weights disposed proximate the perimeter of the backboard in order to enhance the rebounding characteristics of the backboard. In particular, a first weight may be positioned proximate a first side of the backboard and a second weight may be positioned proximate a second side of the backboard in order to enhance the rebounding characteristics of the backboard. Advantageously, the weights may be positioned internally within the backboard or the weights may be positioned externally to the backboard. In addition, the weights may be selectively or permanently attached to the backboard, and the weights may also be sized and configured to increase the rigidity of the basketball backboard.

公开(公告)号：AU2003293081A1

公开(公告)日：2004-06-18

申请号：AU2003293081

申请日：2003-11-26

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： NYE S CURTIS ,  ASTLE ROBERT A

IPC: A63B20060101 ,  A63B63/08 ,  A63B69/00

Abstract: A basketball backboard may include one or more weights disposed proximate the perimeter of the backboard in order to enhance the rebounding characteristics of the backboard. In particular, a first weight may be positioned proximate a first side of the backboard and a second weight may be positioned proximate a second side of the backboard in order to enhance the rebounding characteristics of the backboard. Advantageously, the weights may be positioned internally within the backboard or the weights may be positioned externally to the backboard. In addition, the weights may be selectively or permanently attached to the backboard, and the weights may also be sized and configured to increase the rigidity of the basketball backboard.

公开(公告)号：CA2525098C

公开(公告)日：2011-05-31

申请号：CA2525098

申请日：2005-03-29

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： MOWER BARRY D ,  STEED BRENT ,  STRONG L CURTIS ,  CALKIN JAY ,  HOWE RICH ,  WATSON NEIL ,  WINTER DAVID C ,  ASTLE ROBERT A ,  ASHBY KENT

IPC: E04H1/00 ,  E04B1/12 ,  E04B1/343 ,  E04D3/32 ,  E04D3/40 ,  E04D13/17 ,  E04H1/12 ,  E04H3/00 ,  E04H5/00 ,  E04H6/00 ,  E04H14/00

Abstract: A modular enclosure, such as a shed, may include sidewalls and a roof. The roof, for example, may include first and second roof panels that are separated by a seam. The roof may also include a truss that is sized and configured to support the roof panels. The truss may include a channel that allows any moisture entering the shed from between the roof panels to be removed from the shed. In particular, a portion of the first roof panel and a portion of the second roof panel may be at least partially disposed within the channel. Advantageously, the truss may be constructed from metal, which may allow a strong and sturdy shed to be constructed, and the roof panels may be constructed from blow-molded plastic, which may allow a lightweight and generally weather resistant shed to be produced.

公开(公告)号：CA2526923C

公开(公告)日：2010-09-21

申请号：CA2526923

申请日：2005-03-29

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： MOWER BARRY D ,  STEED BRENT ,  STRONG L CURTIS ,  CALKIN JAY ,  HOWE RICH ,  WATSON NEIL ,  WINTER DAVID C ,  ASTLE ROBERT A ,  ASHBY KENT

IPC: E04C2/40 ,  E04B1/343 ,  E04B1/61 ,  E04C2/20 ,  E04F15/00 ,  E04H1/00 ,  E04H1/12 ,  E04H3/00 ,  E04H5/00 ,  E04H6/00 ,  E04H14/00

Abstract: A modular enclosure, such as a shed, may include a number of components. For example, the enclosure may, include roof panels, floor panels and wall panels that are connected to the roof and/or floor panels. Preferably, the wall panels span the seams disposed between the roof and/or floor panels. In addition, the wall panels are preferably offset from the roof and/or floor panels. Further, the roof panels, wall panels and floor panels desirably have a substantially similar width. The enclosure may also include one or more corner panels and the corner panels may have a living hinge that generally divides the corner panel in half. Advantageously, the offset connection of the roof panels, wall panels and floor panels may facilitate construction of an enclosure with increased strength and functionality.

公开(公告)号：AU2003284868B8

公开(公告)日：2008-10-02

申请号：AU2003284868

申请日：2003-12-16

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： WINTER DAVID C ,  PARADA CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY ,  NYE S CURTIS ,  ASTLE ROBERT A ,  BINGHAM KEVIN

IPC: A63B63/08

Abstract: A basketball goal system may include a backboard, an elongated support that positions the backboard above a playing surface, a backboard support assembly that connects the backboard to the elongated support, and a goal support assembly with a rim and a support member. Preferably the support member is attached to the backboard support assembly behind a plane that is generally aligned with the front surface of the backboard. In addition, the basketball goal system may include a resistance mechanism to create a breakaway type basketball rim. The resistance mechanism is also preferably positioned behind a plane that is generally aligned with the front surface of the backboard. Advantageously, the basketball goal system may be part of a portable basketball system and/or a basketball system in which the height of the backboard and rim is adjustable relative to the playing surface.

公开(公告)号：AU2003284868B2

公开(公告)日：2008-09-18

申请号：AU2003284868

申请日：2003-12-16

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： WINTER DAVID C ,  PARADA CHRISTOPHER ANTHONY ,  NYE S CURTIS ,  ASTLE ROBERT A ,  BINGHAM KEVIN

IPC: A63B63/08

Abstract: A basketball goal system may include a backboard, an elongated support that positions the backboard above a playing surface, a backboard support assembly that connects the backboard to the elongated support, and a goal support assembly with a rim and a support member. Preferably the support member is attached to the backboard support assembly behind a plane that is generally aligned with the front surface of the backboard. In addition, the basketball goal system may include a resistance mechanism to create a breakaway type basketball rim. The resistance mechanism is also preferably positioned behind a plane that is generally aligned with the front surface of the backboard. Advantageously, the basketball goal system may be part of a portable basketball system and/or a basketball system in which the height of the backboard and rim is adjustable relative to the playing surface.

公开(公告)号：CA2526923A1

公开(公告)日：2005-10-13

申请号：CA2526923

申请日：2005-03-29

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： STRONG L CURTIS ,  MOWER DAVID ,  STEED BRENT ,  CALKIN JAY ,  WINTER DAVID C ,  WATSON NEIL ,  MOWER BARRY D ,  HOWE RICH ,  ASHBY KENT ,  ASTLE ROBERT A

IPC: E04C2/40 ,  E04B1/343 ,  E04B1/61 ,  E04C2/20 ,  E04F15/00 ,  E04H1/00 ,  E04H1/12 ,  E04H3/00 ,  E04H5/00 ,  E04H6/00 ,  E04H14/00

Abstract: A modular enclosure, such as a shed, may include a number of components. For example, the enclosure may, include roof panels, floor panels and wall panel s that are connected to the roof and/or floor panels. Preferably, the wall panels span the seams disposed between the roof and/or floor panels. In addition, the wall panels are preferably offset from the roof and/or floor panels. Further, the roof panels, wall panels and floor panels desirably hav e a substantially similar width. The enclosure may also include one or more corner panels and the corner panels may have a living hinge that generally divides the corner panel in half. Advantageously, the offset connection of t he roof panels, wall panels and floor panels may facilitate construction of an enclosure with increased strength and functionality.

公开(公告)号：BRPI0405767A

公开(公告)日：2005-06-14

申请号：BRPI0405767

申请日：2004-10-19

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： WINTER DAVID C ,  ASTLE ROBERT A ,  ASHBY KENT ,  STRONG L CURTIS ,  NYE S CURTIS

IPC: A47B3/091 ,  A47B3/08

公开(公告)号：AU2004250979A1

公开(公告)日：2005-05-19

申请号：AU2004250979

申请日：2004-11-03

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： NEUNZERT MARTIN R ,  ASTLE ROBERT A

IPC: A47C20060101 ,  A47C5/04 ,  A47C5/12 ,  A47C7/00 ,  A47C7/16 ,  A47C31/00 ,  B29C49/00

Abstract: A chair including a backrest and a chair seat is disclosed. The back rest and the chair seat are preferably constructed from blow-molded plastic and an opening or hole may be disposed through a portion of the chair. The opening is preferably formed in the backrest and the opening may extend completely through the backrest. Advantageously, the opening may form at least a portion of a handle and the opening may be formed during the blow-molding process. The chair may also include a frame and one or more legs that support the chair seat and backrest above a surface such as the floor or ground. In addition, the chair may include a first groove formed in the lower portion of the chair seat and a second groove formed in the lower portion of the chair seat, and a first crossbar may be at least partially disposed within the first groove and a second crossbar may be at least partially disposed within the second groove. The crossbars and/or grooves may be sized and configured to increase the strength and/or rigidity of the chair seat.

公开(公告)号：AU2004216657A1

公开(公告)日：2005-05-05

申请号：AU2004216657

申请日：2004-10-01

Applicant: LIFETIME PROD INC

Inventor： WINTER DAVID C ,  STRONG L CURTIS ,  ASHBY KENT ,  NYE S CURTIS ,  ASTLE ROBERT A

IPC: A47B20060101 ,  A47B3/00 ,  A47B3/087 ,  A47B3/091 ,  A47B13/00

Abstract: A table may include a table top, a frame and one or more support members such as legs. Advantageously, the table top may include a generally planar upper surface and a generally planar lower surface. In particular, the lower surface of the table top may be substantially free of any downwardly extending projections such as a lip. Desirably, the table includes a frame and at least a portion of the frame is exposed and visible when the table is being used. In addition, the table may include one or more guard members that are sized and configured to protect portions of the table, such as the comers. Significantly, the guard members may be selectively connected to the table top or the frame, which may allow the guard members to be repaired or replaced.