Technology Advancement Group, Inc.

Royla Vendors, Inc.

David A Yates

John Arthur McEwan

James Stewart McEwan

Thomas S Paczkowski

Michael D Ring

The present invention provides a securing device for securing a card to a socket within a computer is provided where the card and the socket are coupled. The device includes a unitary base member comprising a foundation portion dimensioned to receive a stationary socket and an arm portion orthogonally positioned relative to the foundation. A first engaging means is formed on at least one side of the arm member. The device also includes a clasp assembly that includes an opening for slideably receiving the arm portion of the unitary base member, a recess for receiving a non-connecting end of a card, and a second engaging means for securely engaging the first engaging means. The clasp assembly secures the card to the socket with the socket received in the foundation portion and edge of the card is received in the recess.

Method for securing a circuit board to a socket

The present invention provides a securing device and method for securing a card to a computer assembly. The device includes a unitary base member comprising a foundation portion and an arm portion orthogonally positioned relative to the foundation. A receiving means is included for operatively connecting a non-connecting end of the card to the arm portion. The foundation portion may further include at least one base retaining element for attaching to a computer component of the computer assembly to support the card.

Method and device for securing a circuit board to a computer assembly

Device for securing a circuit board to a socket

A vending machine having a vandal panel and main door that can be easily removed through upper and lower hinge assemblies without use of conventional fasteners and tools is provided. As a result, the depth of the vending machine is reduced.

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Falling Waters, WV, United States of America

David A Yates