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Descriptions by Category
Booth Title of Exhibit Name/Company Description
General Consumer Products
7
PhoneHome
William Reichert
A wall-mounted cell phone cradle and message center to recharge your phone without cluttering up your dresser or kitchen counter. Easy setup and mounting.
18
Corner Sorting Trash Can
Nami Khademhosseini
High volume, space efficient corner trash can with two individual toe kick pedals, one pedal to open recyclable and the other non-recyclable receptacles. Designed with in-unit plastic bag storage and trash bag edge holder. nk000123@yahoo.com
30
Offboard (R) Vermin Shields
Arthur E. Onweller
Our Offboard® Shiels easily attach to mooring lines to keep vermin off boats, house boats, and yachts. "Don't let pests be guests".
34
Belt/Bucket for Cleaning
Chris Cummins
The belt holds everything for cleaning. The bucket is designed for cleaning bathrooms. With other future cleaning products, cleaning will never be the same. Honest to goodness!
42
Pocket Treasures
Melissa Quinones
Specially designed "piggy bank" featuring a magnetic panel on the rear or underside to secure to washer or dryer. Also including hardware for affixing to a wall.
43
Cell Phone Pedestal Stand
Paul Del Frari
Pedestal stand for cellular phones with detachable phone support for ease of hand management and viewing of cellular phones/hand held electronic devices.
46
Seadine Snorkel Snax
Sonia and Chris Hillios
Seadine Snorkel Snax is a unique patented and patent pendingunderwater fish feeding system for use when snorkeling or diving.
51
Help Alerter
David R. Meester
A specially designed license plate holder that quickly converts into an easy-to-identify, bright, flashing "HELP" sign. Visit www.helpalerter.com
56
Safe-N-Sound
Petar Dobrila Mladen
A remote control smoke alarm detector. An innovative smoke detector equipped with a remote control so that false alarms can be quickly detected and shut off. My product will save people's lives.
58
Upoint: The Interactive Laser Pointer
Erik Banning
Aim-point-click. Upoint the ultimate presentation device, turns a laser-dot into a mouse-cursor. Intuitive as a laser-pointer, versatile as a 3D mouse.
67
Solar Powered Illuminating Device
John & Majorie Gorrell
Primarily, the lighted solar-powered displays are used for house numbering. The numbers are white on a black background by day and bright red by night.
74
Blister Pack Rupturing Device
Gerard P. Connell
Device with concave-tipped plunger, which pops different size medications out of their blister packaging into a trough for retrieval. Helpful for general public, medical venues or consumers with hand mobility problems.
75
Multi-tipped Highlighter Writing Instrument
Ketan Vora
This is a multi-tipped writing device that allows one to get to any device within milliseconds. Efficient, extravagent, ergodynamic!
78
Scently Pressed
Lori Cruse
All natural, scented, non-aerosol spray starch packaged in 802 travel size and 32 oz. Refill- Offered in Lavender and Citrus/Melon. Visit www.scentlypressed.com
86
Bedmade Bedstick (TM)
Marc Jobin
A Bedstick (TM) keeps your bed made day and night. Easily installed on a laundry day, daily bedmaking only takes seconds with less bending, stretching and lifting.
87
Kaz e Kup (TM)
Stephen R. Kazyaka
A portable dishwasher-safe cup holder that includes a self-contained reservoir to catch and store spills and condensation. Will eliminate messes in the car and other places. Visit www.kazekup.com
88
Mattress Lifter
John P. Drakos
A device to facilitate the making of a bed, lifting the mattress with ease and convenience.
House/Garden/Tools/Hardware
3
ComfyStat (TM) Decorator Thermostat
David H. Schroeder
A new high tech approach to heating and cooling: Save energy cost, increase personal comfort, and add flexibility to interior decorating.
6
Magnetic Ladder Pocket
William Kane
This pocket holds tools (metal) in place between the sides of a folding ladder - keeps tools from falling off. You can fold the ladder with tools in it and still move about.
14
Extended Reach Elec. Pole Saw System
Donald C. Hill
Light weight tree pruning and tree removal tool. Electric saw-14 inch bar and chain with remote control. 1.25 horsepower. Add 6 ft. poles to reach heights of 30 ft. or more. Add other products to same poles.
17
The GutterJet
Andrew Slodov
Self-flushing gutter system. A trap door insert with water jets to flush gutters out from the ground.
19
Bucket Holder
Otto Kuipers
Bucket Holder holds two five gallon buckets to mix stucco or drywall materials (but not limited to these) to keep buckets from spinning or tipping over.
22
People's Wonder Boiler
Alexander Polyak
People's "Wonder" boiler- an inexpensive, efficient, non-polluting oil, natural gas or propane fired residential boiler.
25
Battery Charge Indicator
Joseph J. Falanga, Jr.
A visual reminder that your portable power tool batteries are charged or need to be charged.
26
Trash Container with Weatherproof Cover
George H. Baptiste
A distinct and improved trash container. Eliminate missing cover problem and uneccessary expense for replacing covers. Prevent rodents from rummaging through garbage and eradicate unwanted cleanup.
29
Auggie Gripper
Soni Weiss
An improvement on the classic C clamp where the clamp/handles travel the length of the clamp's steel rod, while capable of rotating 360 degrees and locking in place.
32
Moose Tags
SuEllyn & Brian McCabe
Mose Tags is a significant new product to identify wires and cables. It is a write-on plastic label that wraps around the wire to be identified.
36
Adjustable Socket Drive Extension (short)
Alan Newton
Adjustable socket wrench drive. Fits all fixed extensions. Nests in case like regular socket accessory.
38
Tow-N-Stow
Arnie Wolfe
Convertible storage trailer provides dual use for consumers: fully functional enclosed towing trailer and attractive exterior storage shed when towing is finished. Visit www.tow-n-stow.com
39
Eyeglass Wings
Charles Jouver
For all carpenters or do-it-yourselfers: Now you can wear your safety glasses AND hold that pencil behind your ear.
41
4-N-1 Redi-Wall Room Systems
Herbert Jackson, Jr.
Unit utilizes home theatre components (esp. plasma TV), displays items including art, converts to room divider, study center and provides light while saving space. Less than 7" deep.
44
Bed Maid
Clinton Mosley
Bed making chore is easier without walking. Good for home, hotel/motel use.Bed against the wall iseasily made. The matress is easily rotated.
45
Baser Door Handles
Owen R. Baser
First new door handle in 200 years. Unique and elegant. Fits all standard door bores. Its low profile eliminates damage to walls. Easy 3-step installation.
48
The Ladder Doc
Mark V. Hockensmith
The Ladder Doc is light, simple and strong. Installs/detaches in seconds. The Ladder Doc supports ladder conveniently away from gutter, while maintaining stability. E-mail "theladderdoc@yahoo.com"
49
U-LOK Keyless Lock
Jeff Pielach
Unique, easy-to-use keyless lock that adults can open, but not a toddler or pet. Squeeze, push and turn to open. Includes optional lock attachment. Contact jeff@u-loc.com
52
Universal Cord-Lok
Al and Nancy Hunter
A device used to maintain the connection of two electrical cords.
55
Easy Out Roofing Bracket
Joe Macri
Designed by a professional roofer, the Easy Out Roofing Bracket is the most versatile, safest and most reusable of any other roofing bracket available today.
61
The Rod Steward
Karen Murray
A pull-out closet rod. Pull out when putting away laundry; to hold garment bag for packing, to hang out clothes for the next day, etc. For information visit www.therodsteward.com
62
Rotary Security Systems
John C. Martin
Authorized person can rotate multiple, separately-keyed, non-removable padlocks, opening one to actuate gate/door opener from car window. Alternately: Quick manual access to locked enclosure or equipment.
64
No Rust Baseboard Cover
Russ LaSelva
Replacement for rusty bathroom baseboard heat covers with a washable system that will not rust.
70
Hand Snow Plow (Snow Glider)
Ryszard Brzozowski
The shovel type plow a a safe, easy, fast way of cleaning your walkway, sidewalk and driveway in less than half the time. No lifting required.
77
RETRACT-A-PAN
John D'Annunzio
Retractable washing machine drain pan used for all appliances: vending machines, household dryers, washing machines, etc.
85
E-Z Lean Drip Pan
Elliot W. Lee
A flat rectangular pan with newspaper as the absorbant to collect oil dripping from your vehicle.
90
Retractable Electric Wall Outlet
Stan Sharpless
Provides safety for children, neater appearance, requires less space, fits any electrical box, and easy to install-one piece
Toys/Games/Sports/Recreation
12
Golf Swing Training Aid
Richard Gauer
Power Track is a revolutionary new golf swing training aid with world patents. It utilizes a visual guide system to teach the perfect golf swing. Contact artist_inventor@yahoo.com
13
The Slot Plane Swing Trainer
Robert Gauer
The Slot Plane Swing Trainer is a complete golf swing training device that uses flexible rods to teach swing path and swing plane while hitting golf balls.
20
Street Chess
Philip Andrew Codrington
Street Chess is an urban chess game with a new look. The pieces, the board and play have a new look on an old twist.
24
Self-Toss Universal Golf
Darryl Minchenko
A combination toss, horse shoes, Frisbee, golf (without the dirt game. Five games in one. Great learning tool for dexterity and eye/hand coordination. For all ages
28
Tee-Off Golf Tees
Dee Carson-Roman
This tee is biodegradable/organic/decomposable and has grass seed in the mixture. The tee will break down when the grass is watered. Contact by e-mail: deelroman@sbcglobal.net
59
Water Walker
R.S. Wang
It is an innovative, hand-free, multi-functional watercraft. It is for exercise, fishing, recreation and relaxation. It is "green".
63
Electronic Golf Club
Joe McGintey
A standard driver golf club with sensors in the face to detect where the ball was struck and the spin, and a display in the grip to show the golfer.
66
Octopux Wordx
Eric Teo
A new "simple to play" word puzzle game for wholesome family entertainment.
83
Baseball Swing Trainer
Greg Miasserian
Fun, simple and effective training device that allows the user to improve his/her baseball swing. Unique, portable design. You use it, you love it.
Commercial and Miscellaneous
5
Dual Force Hydro-Power System
Steven D. Beaston
Power generation system utilizing the forces of gravity and boouyancy in a sequence through turbines, chambers and floating objects that maximizes energy output.
27
Photosensor Cover and Kit
Jason A. Rocca
This is a device to activate a photo-sensor during daylight. A cover that can be re-used to help with maintenance of lighting at buildings and street lights instead of using tape.
33
Tie Down Assembly Accessory
A.J. Romero
Provides a secure storage system for tie down assemblies. Helps prevent excess wear to the webbing by securing the excess when in use.
35
The Easy Trailer Hookup
William H. Pierce
A simple device to take the hassle out of connecting a trailer to a vehicle. A winch and cable operated from the trailer does the job. Contact billstravels07@yahoo.com
40
Separator for Fluids and Solids
David Figueroa & Jorge Lombana
This is a simple device which filters or separates fluids & solids suspended in a gaseous or liquid mixture. It can be installed in existing systems such as lawn mowers, cars, trucks, diesel freighter and even industrial smoke stacks.
50
Double Tear Dispenser
Keith Hayden
The Double Tear Dispenser enables kitchen workers on a two-sided work station safe access to plastic wrap without re-positioning the dispenser.
71
Mason's Helper
Bernie Riopel
Cement Dispensing Machine
72
Handle System
Steve Tillim
Invention System creating small to large handles which balance grip force without pressurizing the carpal tunnel for tools that are gripped, sqeezed or pinched.
76
Power Jack
Terry and Patricia Miller
Multi-functional tire jack powered by rechargeable battery. Raises and lowers vehicles, removes lug nuts, and eliminates 99.9% of assembling and manual exertion.
81
Plowrake
Woodward Harding
The patented PLOWRAKE (TM) is the landscaping/snow removal tool with a horizontal rotating tine design allowing for easy, efficient raking, moving and grading of a wide range of materials. Contact by e-mail at info@plowrake.com
Health/Medical/Personal Care/Safety
2
SquidFace and ComfyRest Pillows
Bob Cuddy
Comfort-Facedown-Anywhere! SquidFace and ComfyRest pillows. Patented, multi-use, indoor-outdoor, washable, transformational, fun therapeutic pillows. Breathe freely facedown, on side or on back. Visit www.squidface.com
4
Multi-Purpose Hygienic Cleansing Device
Felipe Negron
The Multi-Purpose Hygienic Cleansing Device is re-usable, safe, earth-friendly and economical.
9
Save-A-Switch
Eddie Schoal & Bill Cosgrove
Save-a-Switch is a light switch device that aids a person to reach a pull chain attached to a light switch located above a bed.
10
Safeguard Safety Bag
Norma Sullivan
Bag-Keeps chermicals away from food, clothes and more.
15
Bathtub Assistance Apparatus
Yakov Avidon
This device can be beneficially used by the elderly with physical limitations and by disabled individuals to easily and safely lower and raise themselves in a bathtub.
16
RAZORBAND
William S. Bisceglia
RAZORBAND (TM) is an innovative and functional device used to store a one-piece shaving razor with a shaving cream/gel can. Visit our web site today! www.razorband.com
21
Therabootie
Jean Ziccarelli
Therabootie is a footwear item designed to facilitate the healing of dry, cracked skin on the feet. It is breathable, yet the soft inside lining is impermeable to allow any specific Rx to stay on the skin for any length of time.
47
Cleaning Station
Michael & Doreen Savron
Resolves sanitation issues in fitness clubs, YMCAs, hospital/wellness centers, corporate, hotel and residential centers. Features paper towel, disinfectant spray, waterless hand cleaner, and trash receptacle.
65
GROOMEEZ Self Cleaning Hair Brush
Joe Dipippo
Groomeez - The first round self-cleaning hair brush. Just pull the knob at the end of the handle and watch as the stripper plates clean the brush of unwanted hair. Contact e-mail joe@groomeez.com
68
Back Support
George Willison
This device relieves the strain on the lower back of workers who have to stoop to do their jobs.
73
BeautifulLift
Veronica Lopez & Luz Mateo
BeautifulLift gives women a breast lift without surgery. The combination of technique and shape makes BeautifulLift uniquely different from any product of its kind. Visit www.beautifullift.com
79
Sparkler Buddy
Mark Dibble
Device made from flame-retardant plastic that minimizes the potential of burns from hot sparklers.
80
Dynamic Footrest
Peter Turner & Juan Belluis Castillo
Device that activates blood circulation in lower extremeties for anyone in a sitting position.
89
Bra for Post-Partum Nursing Mothers
Elliot J. Barton
An innovative bra to control the pain and swelling of post-partum breast engorgement experienced by a new mother.
Inventor Clubs
53
Inventor's Resource Network
Karyl Lynch
A network of inventors, innovators, entrepreneurs, manufacturers and resource providers from western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Monthly meetings in Springfield, MA. www.irnetwork.org
54
Towel Warmer
Steve Pappas & Stratos Pappas
Towel Warmer delivers the therapeutic comfort of a heated towel/robe quickly, quietly and efficiently, right where it's needed, in the bathroom, spa or fitness center
Services to Inventors
1
www.ourpal.com
Pal Asija
Cost-effective, full range of high quality, principle-centered intellectual property services including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, arbitration, entrepreneurship, mediation and much more.
11
Mattatuck Museum
Marie Galbraith
Permanent industrial history and dedicated art exhibits, plus special featured exhibits. See Charles Goodyear's rubber desk and Hiram Hayden's patent along with the machines that made Waterbury famoous.
31
PATENTS, TRADEMARKS AND COPYRIGHTS
Janine Geraigery
JDLaw PC's attorneys specialize in protecting an inventor's intellectual property, including patent, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. JDLaw PC educates inventors and entrepreneurs through workshops covering legal and business issues.
57
Hebert Engineering & Design Co. LLC
Paul Hebert
Product Design and Development Services, specializing in engineered products (CAD, CAM, FEA), prototyping, patenting assistance, tooling, sourcing, (manufacturing set-up and factory floor planning. www.engineeredprototypes.com
60
United Inventors Association
Carol Oldenburg
A national non-profit educational and networking organization for independent inventors and inventor organizations.
84
Patent Attorney
Michael A. Blake
Michael A. Blake, patent attorney, specializes in procuring patent protection for individuals and small to medium sized businesses



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