Table tray adapted for installation around an umbrella pole
US5493976A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 21, 1994 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47B2220/0008
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A tray for use on a table about an upwardly extending projection, such as an umbrella pole, is disclosed. The tray comprises a tray member comprising a central aperture, an outer peripheral edge and a radial opening extending from the central aperture to the peripheral edge. A closure member can also be provided to close the slot to define the 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 can take on a variety of shapes and may include a plurality of interior compartments for receiving items such as vegetables and dips, condiments, etc. Rollers can be positioned on the underside of the tray member to facilitate rotation of the tray upon a supporting surface.
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