Patent · US Expired

Table tray adapted for installation around an umbrella pole

US5322023A · kind A · utility

32Cited by
14References
6Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 16, 1993
Grant dateJun 21, 1994
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 16, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47B2220/0008
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A service tray for use on a table and received about a projection, such as an umbrella pole, is disclosed. The tray comprises a tray member defining a slot and a closure member for mounting to the tray member and closing the slot to define a central aperture in which an umbrella pole or the like is receivable. The connection of the closure member to the tray member is readily released, allowing the slot of the tray member to be opened to permit insertion around or removal from the umbrella pole or the like. The tray includes a plurality of compartments for receiving items such as vegetables and dips, condiments, etc. Rollers are positioned on the underside of the tray member to facilitate rotation of the tray on a supporting surface.

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