09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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Software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, gates, guard rails, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls in the internet of things (IoT); microcontrollers for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; computer software for use in monitoring, communicating with, obtaining data from and tracking and managing loading dock equipment and vehicles; cameras, electric sensors and timers for loading dock equipment, vehicles and trailers; electronic control panels for fan systems; electro-mechanical, self-aligning apparatus used to secure trucks and semi-trailers and like vehicles to the face of a loading dock; electric warning lights utilizing LED lights and other means of visual, tactile or audible communication to notify and or warn people and or material handling equipment of oncoming traffic, primarily in an industrial setting; warning system that alerts pedestrians of moving vehicles, comprised primarily of electronic sensors, lights and alarms; control box which integrates the controls of multiple loading dock devices, such as the dock leveler, vehicle restraint, dock door and dock shelter into one control panel. Software-as-a-service (SAAS) services featuring software for use in monitoring, communicating with, tracking and managing loading dock equipment, vehicles and trailers, air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, gates, guard rails, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls therefor; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, high speed doors, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, locks, vehicle restraints and loading dock shelters; providing on-line non-downloadable software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls in the internet of things (IoT); electronic remote monitoring of environmental conditions and controlling devices within refrigerated semi-trailers, cargo enclosures and containers using computer software; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud based software for use in facilitating communications between truck drivers and facility logistic offices and personnel; consulting services for others in the field of industrial planning, building and design; loading dock planning and design; education services, namely, providing workshops, product demonstrations, design analysis and demonstrations in the field of loading dock and facility operations.
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AIR BARRIER SYSTEMS FOR DATA CENTER ZONE CONTAINMENT
An example air barrier system for a data center within a building is disclosed. The example air barrier system includes a pliable barrier material to partition an area above a top of row of computer cabinets in the data center and below an overhead surface of the building. The pliable barrier material is to reduce mixing of air between first and second aisles on opposites sides of the row of computer cabinets. The example air barrier system also includes a frame to support the pliable barrier material in position when in the area above the top of the row of computer cabinets. The frame is to be supported by the row of computer cabinets without support from the overhead surface.
An example apparatus includes a sensor to detect a lateral edge of a door curtain within a guide of a door, and a controller to identify when the door curtain transitions from an operational state to a breakaway state based on a signal from the sensor, the operational state corresponding to when the lateral edge of the door curtain is enclosed by the guide as the door curtain moves between open and closed positions, and the breakaway state corresponding to when a portion of the lateral edge of the door curtain below an upper end of the guide breaks away from the guide.
Apparatus for tensioning pliable airducts while supporting internal HVAC components are disclosed. An airduct system includes an airduct having a tubular wall of a pliable material. The airduct is elongate in a longitudinal direction. The airduct system further includes a frame including a hoop disposable inside the airduct to support the tubular wall in a radial direction that is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. The hoop is less flexible than the pliable material. The airduct system also includes a sensor to be attached to the frame to be in fluid communication with a current of air within the airduct. The sensor is to provide a feedback signal that varies in response to a changing condition of the current of air.
F24F 1/0373 - Self-contained room units for air-conditioning, i.e. with all apparatus for treatment installed in a common casing characterised by heating arrangements
F24F 11/70 - Control systems characterised by their outputs; Constructional details thereof
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
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software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, gates, guard rails, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls in the internet of things (IoT); microcontrollers for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; computer software for use in monitoring, communicating with, obtaining data from and tracking and managing loading dock equipment and vehicles; cameras, electric sensors and timers for loading dock equipment, vehicles and trailers; electronic control panels for fan systems; electro-mechanical, self-aligning apparatus used to secure trucks and semi-trailers and like vehicles to the face of a loading dock; electric warning lights utilizing LED lights and other means of visual, tactile or audible communication to notify and or warn people and or material handling equipment of oncoming traffic, primarily in an industrial setting; warning system that alerts pedestrians of moving vehicles, comprised primarily of electronic sensors, lights and alarms; control box which integrates the controls of multiple loading dock devices, such as the dock leveler, vehicle restraint, dock door and dock shelter into one control panel. Software-as-a-service (SAAS) services featuring software for use in monitoring, communicating with, tracking and managing loading dock equipment, vehicles and trailers, air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, gates, guard rails, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls therefor; Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, high speed doors, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, locks, vehicle restraints and loading dock shelters; providing on-line non-downloadable software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls in the internet of things (IoT); electronic remote monitoring of environmental conditions and controlling devices within refrigerated semi-trailers, cargo enclosures and containers using computer software; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud based software for use in facilitating communications between truck drivers and facility logistic offices and personnel; consulting services for others in the field of industrial planning, building and design; loading dock planning and design; education services, namely, providing workshops, product demonstrations, design analysis and demonstrations in the field of loading dock and facility operations.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, gates, guard rails, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls in the internet of things (IoT); microcontrollers for internet of things (IoT) enabled devices; computer software for use in monitoring, communicating with, obtaining data from and tracking and managing loading dock equipment and vehicles; cameras, electric sensors and timers for loading dock equipment, vehicles and trailers; electronic control panels for fan systems; electro-mechanical, self-aligning apparatus used to secure trucks and semi-trailers and like vehicles to the face of a loading dock; electric warning lights utilizing LED lights and other means of visual, tactile or audible communication to notify and or warn people and or material handling equipment of oncoming traffic, primarily in an industrial setting; warning system that alerts pedestrians of moving vehicles, comprised primarily of electronic sensors, lights and alarms; control box which integrates the controls of multiple loading dock devices, such as the dock leveler, vehicle restraint, dock door and dock shelter into one control panel. Software-as-a-service (SAAS) services featuring software for use in monitoring, communicating with, tracking and managing loading dock equipment, vehicles and trailers, air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, gates, guard rails, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls therefor; Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, high speed doors, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, locks, vehicle restraints and loading dock shelters; providing on-line non-downloadable software for connecting, operating, collecting data and managing data for networked loading dock and industrial facility management systems comprised of air duct systems, fans, loading dock warning systems and safety equipment, loading dock levelers and lifts, loading dock seals, barriers, locks, vehicle restraints, loading dock shelters, industrial doors and controls in the internet of things (IoT); electronic remote monitoring of environmental conditions and controlling devices within refrigerated semi-trailers, cargo enclosures and containers using computer software; providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud based software for use in facilitating communications between truck drivers and facility logistic offices and personnel; consulting services for others in the field of industrial planning, building and design; loading dock planning and design; education services, namely, providing workshops, product demonstrations, design analysis and demonstrations in the field of loading dock and facility operations.
An under-floor HVAC system for a building includes a pliable air duct lying upon a subfloor. A matrix of pedestals resting upon and extending upward from the subfloor supports a set of floor panels, which thus creates a plenum between the subfloor and the set of floor panels. The air duct extends through the plenum to convey conditioned air from a supply air duct to a series of registers in the floor panels. The registers disperse the conditioned air to a room or area just above the panels. To help keep the air duct from repeatedly extending, retracting, and otherwise sliding freely along the subfloor in response to changes in air duct pressure, the air duct is held taut by anchoring a distal downstream end of the duct to one or more of the floor-supporting pedestals. Various air duct configurations can be assembled from a predefined assortment of duct components.
F24F 7/10 - Ventilation with ducting systems with forced air circulation, e.g. by fan with air supply, or exhaust, through perforated wall, floor or ceiling
Example air duct assemblies include an air duct including a tubular sidewall that is pliable, the tubular sidewall defining an interior of the air duct, the air duct elongate in a longitudinal direction. Example air duct assemblies include a hoop disposable within the interior of the air duct, the hoop providing the sidewall with support in a radial direction that is substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. Example air duct assemblies include a cable disposable within the interior of the air duct, the cable to extend along a longitudinal length of the air duct, the cable to engage the hoop to help support a weight of the hoop and the tubular sidewall.
Adjustable mounting assemblies are disclosed. An example apparatus includes an arm to extend along a longitudinal axis between a first end and a second end, the arm including an elongate slot to enable attachment of a fan to the arm at selectively different positions along the longitudinal axis, a first joint plate coupled to the first end of the arm, and a second joint plate coupled to the second end of the arm, the first and second joint plates structured to enable attachment to an external support structure.
Adjustable mounting assemblies are disclosed. An example apparatus includes an arm to extend along a longitudinal axis between a first end and a second end, the arm including an elongate slot to enable attachment of a fan to the arm at selectively different positions along the longitudinal axis, a first joint plate coupled to the first end of the arm, and a second joint plate coupled to the second end of the arm, the first and second joint plates structured to enable attachment to an external support structure.
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
F16M 11/10 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a horizontal axis
F16M 11/08 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand allowing pivoting around a vertical axis
F16M 11/04 - Means for attachment of apparatus; Means allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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Electronic remote monitoring of environmental conditions and controlling devices within refrigerated semi-trailers, cargo enclosures and containers using computer software
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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Electronic remote monitoring of environmental conditions and controlling devices within refrigerated semi-trailers, cargo enclosures and containers using computer software
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Fan and Light Units and Associated Mounting Arrangements for Use at a Loading Dock
Example fan and light units and associated mounting arrangements for use at a loading dock are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a frame including a bar to be pivotally coupled to a support system via a point of attachment on the bar. The apparatus includes a fan and a controller to be coupled to the frame with the bar extending in a first direction away from the controller and toward the point of attachment, the controller to control operation of the fan. The apparatus includes a handle to be connected to a portion of the frame extending away from the controller in a second direction opposite the first direction, the handle spaced apart from a housing of the fan, the handle to be lower than the controller and lower than at least a midpoint of the fan when the apparatus is supported by the support system.
Impact resistant retractable safety barriers are disclosed. An apparatus includes a support member, a flexible elongate member to extend and retract through an opening in the support member, and a stop member including a region to interface with the flexible elongate member. The stop member engages with structure of the support member surrounding the opening to limit a distance with which the flexible elongate member extends through the opening. The stop member cooperates with the structure of the support member to maintain a gap between a surface of the region of the stop member and the structure of the support member. A width of the gap is equal to or greater than a thickness of the flexible elongate member.
Seal apparatus for dock levelers are disclosed. An example seal apparatus includes a compressible core defining a cavity, a cover to engage at portion of an outer surface of the compressible core, and a mounting bracket, the compressible core and the cover to couple to the mounting bracket.
Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture are disclosed for sensing RIG positioning and vehicle restraint movement. An example method includes determining a presence of a RIG and enabling a barrier to move to an operational position when the RIG is present.
Maneuverable ergonomic trailer stands are disclosed. An example portable trailer stand includes: a frame having an upper ledge, a post, and a lower subframe, the lower subframe connected to the upper ledge via the post; an extendible leg coupled to the post independent of the lower subframe, the upper ledge being vertically movable based on movement of the extendible leg relative to the upper ledge, the post, and the lower subframe of the frame; and a wheel connected to the frame via the lower subframe such that the wheel is to move with the upper ledge as the upper ledge is vertically moved.
Barrier systems with impact resistant rails that extend along the floor are disclosed. A barrier system includes a base to be anchored to a floor. The base includes sidewalls defining a channel along a length of the base. The barrier system further includes a tube extending along the channel. A bottom edge of the tube to be below top edges of the sidewalls.
E01F 15/14 - Safety arrangements for slowing, redirecting or stopping errant vehicles, e.g. guard posts or bollards; Arrangements for reducing damage to roadside structures due to vehicular impact specially adapted for local protection, e.g. for bridge piers, for traffic islands
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BARRIER SYSTEMS WITH IMPACT RESISTANT RAILS SUPPORTED FROM FLOOR MOUNTED POST BASES
Methods, apparatus, systems, and articles of manufacture for barrier systems with impact resistant rails supported from floor mounted post bases are disclosed. An apparatus includes an outer body of a post to extend upward from a ground, the post to be anchored to the ground; a rail to extend through an opening in a wall of the outer body; and a rod to extend upward from the ground within the outer body, the rod to extend through a hole in the rail.
E01F 15/04 - Continuous barriers extending along roads or between traffic lanes essentially made of longitudinal beams or rigid strips
E01F 15/14 - Safety arrangements for slowing, redirecting or stopping errant vehicles, e.g. guard posts or bollards; Arrangements for reducing damage to roadside structures due to vehicular impact specially adapted for local protection, e.g. for bridge piers, for traffic islands
E04H 17/14 - Fences constructed of rigid elements, e.g. with additional wire fillings or with posts
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BARRIER SYSTEMS WITH IMPACT RESISTANT RAILS SUPPORTED FROM FLOOR MOUNTED POST BASES
Methods, apparatus, systems, and articles of manufacture for barrier systems with impact resistant rails supported from floor mounted post bases are disclosed. An apparatus includes an outer body of a post to extend upward from a ground, the post to be anchored to the ground; a rail to extend through an opening in a wall of the outer body; and a rod to extend upward from the ground within the outer body, the rod to extend through a hole in the rail.
Barrier systems with impact resistant rails that extend along the floor are disclosed. A barrier system includes a base to be anchored to a floor. The base includes sidewalls defining a channel along a length of the base. The barrier system further includes a tube extending along the channel. A bottom edge of the tube to be below top edges of the sidewalls.
E01F 15/04 - Continuous barriers extending along roads or between traffic lanes essentially made of longitudinal beams or rigid strips
E01F 15/00 - Safety arrangements for slowing, redirecting or stopping errant vehicles, e.g. guard posts or bollards; Arrangements for reducing damage to roadside structures due to vehicular impact
Methods and apparatus to monitor and manage loading dock operations are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a sensor feedback analyzer to analyze feedback from sensors associated with a dock at a material handling facility to determine durations for completion of tasks in a sequence of operations associated with loading or unloading of a trailer at the dock based on the feedback. The apparatus also includes an efficiency analyzer to compare the durations to target thresholds associated with the tasks. The apparatus further includes a user interface generator to generate a user interface indicating at least one of the durations or the target thresholds.
custom-designed fabric sold as an integral component of targeted air dispersion systems comprised of precision engineered linear venting ducts for distributing and dispensing air in as part of an HVAC system in controlled environments of mission critical facilities for food processing, growing facilities, medical/pharmaceutical production facilities
Methods and apparatus to monitor environmental conditions and reduce condensation are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a first sensor system to measure a first temperature in a first area and a second sensor system to measure a second temperature in a second area adjacent to the first area. The first area being separated from the second area by a door. A controller has at least one memory, instructions, and processor circuitry to execute the instructions to at least: compare the first temperature and the second temperature; determine if a temperature difference between the first temperature and the second temperature exceeds a temperature threshold; and in response to determining that the temperature difference does not exceed the temperature threshold, deactivate a fan located in the first area.
Methods and apparatus to operate powered doors are disclosed. A door system includes a panel, and a track including a first track wall and a second track wall opposite the first track wall. The first and second track walls define a channel therebetween. A lateral edge of the panel is to move along the channel as the panel moves between a closed position and an open position. The door system further includes a first refeed block to be aligned with the first track wall. The first refeed block is to extend a first distance above the first track wall. The door system also includes a second refeed block to be aligned with the second track wall. The second refeed block is to extend a second distance above the second track wall. The first distance greater than the second distance.
Methods and apparatus to monitor and/or adjust operations of doors are disclosed. An apparatus includes processor circuitry to execute instructions to: monitor a position of a door panel associated with a door system; detect when a beam from a photo-eye sensor associated with the door system is in an unexpected non-triggered state based on the position of the door panel; and generate an alert or notification indicating a significance of the beam in the unexpected non-triggered state.
E05F 15/74 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects using photoelectric cells
E06B 9/00 - Screening or protective devices for openings, with or without operating or securing mechanisms; Closures of similar construction
Methods and apparatus to monitor environmental conditions and reduce condensation are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a first sensor system to measure a first temperature in a first area and a second sensor system to measure a second temperature in a second area adjacent to the first area. The first area being separated from the second area by a door. A controller has at least one memory, instructions, and processor circuitry to execute the instructions to at least: compare the first temperature and the second temperature; determine if a temperature difference between the first temperature and the second temperature exceeds a temperature threshold; and in response to determining that the temperature difference does not exceed the temperature threshold, deactivate a fan located in the first area.
Methods and apparatus to adjust door operations in response to surface pressure loads are disclosed. An apparatus includes sensor feedback analyzer circuitry to detect a surface pressure load acting on a door based on feedback from a sensor. The door includes a panel to move along a track. The apparatus also includes operations controller circuitry to control operations of the door. The operations controller circuitry is to automatically adjust an operation of the door in response to detection of the surface pressure load.
E06B 9/68 - Operating devices or mechanisms, e.g. with electric drive
E06B 9/86 - Safety measures against dropping or unauthorised opening; Braking or immobilising devices; Devices for limiting unrolling automatic against unauthorised opening
Methods and apparatus to operate powered doors are disclosed. A door system includes a panel, and a track including a first track wall and a second track wall opposite the first track wall. The first and second track walls define a channel therebetween. A lateral edge of the panel is to move along the channel as the panel moves between a closed position and an open position. The door system further includes a first refeed block to be aligned with the first track wall. The first refeed block is to extend a first distance above the first track wall. The door system also includes a second refeed block to be aligned with the second track wall. The second refeed block is to extend a second distance above the second track wall. The first distance greater than the second distance.
Methods and apparatus to monitor environmental conditions and reduce condensation are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a first sensor system to measure a first temperature in a first area and a second sensor system to measure a second temperature in a second area adjacent to the first area. The first area being separated from the second area by a door. A controller has at least one memory, instructions, and processor circuitry to execute the instructions to at least: compare the first temperature and the second temperature; determine if a temperature difference between the first temperature and the second temperature exceeds a temperature threshold; and in response to determining that the temperature difference does not exceed the temperature threshold, deactivate a fan located in the first area.
Methods and apparatus to monitor and/or adjust operations of doors are disclosed. An apparatus includes processor circuitry to execute instructions to: monitor a position of a door panel associated with a door system; detect when a beam from a photo-eye sensor associated with the door system is in an unexpected non-triggered state based on the position of the door panel; and generate an alert or notification indicating a significance of the beam in the unexpected non-triggered state.
E05F 15/74 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects using photoelectric cells
E05F 15/40 - Safety devices, e.g. detection of obstructions or end positions
E06B 9/80 - Safety measures against dropping or unauthorised opening; Braking or immobilising devices; Devices for limiting unrolling
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METHODS AND APPARATUS TO ADJUST DOOR OPERATIONS IN RESPONSE TO SURFACE PRESSURE LOADS
Methods and apparatus to adjust door operations in response to surface pressure loads are disclosed. An apparatus includes sensor feedback analyzer circuitry to detect a surface pressure load acting on a door based on feedback from a sensor. The door includes a panel to move along a track. The apparatus also includes operations controller circuitry to control operations of the door. The operations controller circuitry is to automatically adjust an operation of the door in response to detection of the surface pressure load.
E05F 15/40 - Safety devices, e.g. detection of obstructions or end positions
E05F 15/668 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for vertically-sliding wings for overhead wings
38.
Methods and apparatus to monitor and/or adjust operations of doors
Methods and apparatus to monitor and/or adjust operations of doors are disclosed. An apparatus includes processor circuitry to execute instructions to: monitor a position of a door panel associated with a door system; detect when a beam from a photo-eye sensor associated with the door system is in an unexpected non-triggered state based on the position of the door panel; and generate an alert or notification indicating a significance of the beam in the unexpected non-triggered state.
E05F 15/43 - Detection using safety edges responsive to disruption of energy beams, e.g. light or sound
E05F 15/73 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects
E05F 15/74 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation responsive to movement or presence of persons or objects using photoelectric cells
E05F 15/79 - Power-operated mechanisms for wings with automatic actuation using time control
G07C 3/00 - Registering or indicating the condition or the working of machines or other apparatus, other than vehicles
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Display screen or portion thereof with graphical user interface
Example fan and light units and associated mounting arrangements for use at a loading dock are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a frame including a bar to be pivotally coupled to a support system via a point of attachment on the bar. The apparatus includes a fan and a controller to be coupled to the frame with the bar extending in a first direction away from the controller and toward the point of attachment, the controller to control operation of the fan. The apparatus includes a handle to be connected to a portion of the frame extending away from the controller in a second direction opposite the first direction, the handle spaced apart from a housing of the fan, the handle to be lower than the controller and lower than at least a midpoint of the fan when the apparatus is supported by the support system.
A system and method for remotely controlling loading dock components is disclosed that includes a distribution center having at least one dock station for exchanging materials and a dock component configured to in at least two operational states. An actuator is included that is configured to change the operational state of the dock component in response to an activation signal. A mobile remote control is configured to generate the activation signal to cause the actuator to change the operational state of the dock component and at least one predefined non-activation zone is included such that changing of operational state of the dock component is inhibited when the mobile remote control is located within the at least one predefined non-activation zone.
B60S 9/02 - Ground-engaging vehicle fittings for supporting, lifting, or manoeuvring the vehicle, wholly or in part, e.g. built-in jacks for only lifting or supporting
G06Q 10/06 - Resources, workflows, human or project management; Enterprise or organisation planning; Enterprise or organisation modelling
G05B 15/02 - Systems controlled by a computer electric
An under-floor HVAC system for a building includes a pliable air duct lying upon a subfloor. A matrix of pedestals resting upon and extending upward from the subfloor supports a set of floor panels, which thus creates a plenum between the subfloor and the set of floor panels. The air duct extends through the plenum to convey conditioned air from a supply air duct to a series of registers in the floor panels. The registers disperse the conditioned air to a room or area just above the panels. To help keep the air duct from repeatedly extending, retracting, and otherwise sliding freely along the subfloor in response to changes in air duct pressure, the air duct is held taut by anchoring a distal downstream end of the duct to one or more of the floor-supporting pedestals. Various air duct configurations can be assembled from a predefined assortment of duct components.
F24F 7/10 - Ventilation with ducting systems with forced air circulation, e.g. by fan with air supply, or exhaust, through perforated wall, floor or ceiling
Fabric drop-down diffusers are disclosed. An example drop-down diffuser includes a hoop to be supported adjacent an end of an air duct, and a first fabric sheet to hang downward from the hoop. The first fabric sheet to define a first wall of an air chamber adjacent the hoop on a side of the hoop opposite the air duct. The first fabric sheet to completely surround the air chamber along a circumferential path corresponding to the hoop. The hoop to be transverse to the air duct and positioned so that air delivered by the air duct is to pass through the hoop and into the air chamber. The drop-down diffuser also includes a second fabric sheet to be coupled to the first fabric sheet. The second fabric sheet to define a second wall of the air chamber.
Traffic alert devices and methods of using the same are disclosed. A traffic alert device includes a housing having a first surface to face in a first direction toward a first area, and a directional motion sensor carried by the housing. The sensor monitors motion in a second area different than the first area, the second area being in a second direction angled relative to the first direction. The traffic alert device further includes a light emitter carried by the housing, the light emitter positioned to emit light that emanates from the first surface. The light emitter generates a visual signal in response to the sensor detecting an object in the second area approaching the sensor.
Traffic alert devices and methods of using the same are disclosed. A traffic alert device includes a housing having a first surface to face in a first direction toward a first area, and a directional motion sensor carried by the housing. The sensor monitors motion in a second area different than the first area, the second area being in a second direction angled relative to the first direction. The traffic alert device further includes a light emitter carried by the housing, the light emitter positioned to emit light that emanates from the first surface. The light emitter generates a visual signal in response to the sensor detecting an object in the second area approaching the sensor.
Traffic alert devices and methods of using the same are disclosed. A traffic alert device includes a housing having a first surface to face in a first direction toward a first area, and a directional motion sensor carried by the housing. The sensor monitors motion in a second area different than the first area, the second area being in a second direction angled relative to the first direction. The traffic alert device further includes a light emitter carried by the housing, the light emitter positioned to emit light that emanates from the first surface. The light emitter generates a visual signal in response to the sensor detecting an object in the second area approaching the sensor.
Example bulkheads for cargo transporters (e.g., refrigerated trailers, trucks, reefers, and containers) are disclosed. An example bulkhead includes an overhead track system mountable to an enclosed cargo transporter within a cargo storage area. A first carriage is attached to the overhead track system. The first carriage is movable relative to the overhead track system in at least one of a lateral direction or a longitudinal direction while being guided by the overhead track system. A first panel is suspended by the first carriage from the overhead track system, where the weight of the first panel is substantially supported by the overhead track system via the first carriage.
Example bulkheads for enclosed cargo transporters (e.g., trailers, trucks, reefers, and containers) are disclosed. An example bulkhead includes a first panel and a second panel adjoining the first panel to define a partition that includes a first lateral edge along the first panel and a second lateral edge along the second panel. The partition has a partition width extending from the first lateral edge to the second lateral edge. A harness is structured to extend beyond the partition width. The harness includes a breakaway fastener assembly that renders the bulkhead in an operative configuration and a restorable breakaway configuration. The breakaway fastener assembly is to couple to the partition when the bulkhead is in the operative configuration, and the breakaway fastener assembly to decouple from the partition when the bulkhead is in the restorable breakaway configuration.
Example bulkheads for enclosed cargo transporters (e.g., trailers, trucks, reefers, and containers) are disclosed. An example bulkhead includes a first panel and a second panel adjoining the first panel to define a partition that includes a first lateral edge along the first panel and a second lateral edge along the second panel. The partition has a partition width extending from the first lateral edge to the second lateral edge. A harness is structured to extend beyond the partition width. The harness includes a breakaway fastener assembly that renders the bulkhead in an operative configuration and a restorable breakaway configuration. The breakaway fastener assembly is to couple to the partition when the bulkhead is in the operative configuration, and the breakaway fastener assembly to decouple from the partition when the bulkhead is in the restorable breakaway configuration.
Example bulkheads for enclosed cargo transporters (e.g., trailers, trucks, reefers, and containers) are disclosed. An example bulkhead includes a first panel and a second panel adjoining the first panel to define a partition that includes a first lateral edge along the first panel and a second lateral edge along the second panel. The partition has a partition width extending from the first lateral edge to the second lateral edge. A harness is structured to extend beyond the partition width. The harness includes a breakaway fastener assembly that renders the bulkhead in an operative configuration and a restorable breakaway configuration. The breakaway fastener assembly is to couple to the partition when the bulkhead is in the operative configuration, and the breakaway fastener assembly to decouple from the partition when the bulkhead is in the restorable breakaway configuration.
Example bulkheads for cargo transporters (e.g., refrigerated trailers, trucks, reefers, and containers) are disclosed. An example bulkhead includes an overhead track system mountable to an enclosed cargo transporter within a cargo storage area. A first carriage is attached to the overhead track system. The first carriage is movable relative to the overhead track system in at least one of a lateral direction or a longitudinal direction while being guided by the overhead track system. A first panel is suspended by the first carriage from the overhead track system, where the weight of the first panel is substantially supported by the overhead track system via the first carriage.
A barrier system includes a handrail, and a connector to couple the handrail to a post extension that extends upward from a floor. The handrail has and end with a width measured in a direction transverse to an elongate length of the handrail. The connector includes a socket to hold the end of the handrail. The socket is defined by an elongate channel that extends in a direction substantially parallel to the post extension when the connector is attached to the post extension. The channel has a length that is greater than the width of the end of the handrail.
E01F 13/02 - Arrangements for obstructing or restricting traffic, e.g. gates, barricades free-standing
E01F 9/646 - Upright bodies, e.g. marker posts or bollards; Supports for road signs characterised by form or by structural features, e.g. for enabling displacement or deflection extensible, collapsible or pivotable
E01F 13/04 - Arrangements for obstructing or restricting traffic, e.g. gates, barricades movable to allow or prevent passage
E01F 15/00 - Safety arrangements for slowing, redirecting or stopping errant vehicles, e.g. guard posts or bollards; Arrangements for reducing damage to roadside structures due to vehicular impact
Modular compound lifts for vehicles are disclosed. An example vehicle lift disclosed herein includes a front platform to provide a base over which a vehicle is to travel. The front platform has a leading edge and a rear edge that are spaced apart relative to a longitudinal direction. A rear platform is pivotal about an axis to lift at least a rear portion of the vehicle relative to a ground surface. The rear platform is pivotal between a lowered position and a raised position relative to the front platform. The front platform does not lift relative to the ground surface when the rear platform lifts relative to the front platform.
Vehicle snow and ice removers are disclosed. An example vehicle and ice remover includes a plurality of first modular frames, where the first modular frames have a first shape and a plurality of second modular frames, where the second modular frames have a second shape different than the first shape. The first modular frames and the second modular frames are connected to form a first side frame, a second side frame opposite the first side frame, and a cross frame connecting the first side frame and the second side frame.
Apparatus for tensioning pliable airducts while supporting internal HVAC components are disclosed. An airduct system includes an airduct having an elongate tubular wall of a pliable material. The airduct system further includes a frame disposable inside the tubular wall of the airduct, the frame including a hoop to support the tubular wall in a radial direction, the hoop to define an opening to provide passage of a flow of air along a length of the airduct. The airduct system also includes an HVAC component disposable within the tubular wall of the airduct, the HVAC component to be attached to and supported by the frame inside the airduct, the HVAC component to adjust a characteristic of the air.
F24F 1/0373 - Self-contained room units for air-conditioning, i.e. with all apparatus for treatment installed in a common casing characterised by heating arrangements
58.
APPARATUS FOR TENSIONING PLIABLE AIRDUCTS WHILE SUPPORTING INTERNAL HVAC COMPONENTS
Apparatus for tensioning pliable airducts while supporting internal HVAC components are disclosed. An airduct system includes an airduct having an elongate tubular wall of a pliable material. The airduct system further includes a frame disposable inside the tubular wall of the airduct, the frame including a hoop to support the tubular wall in a radial direction, the hoop to define an opening to provide passage of a flow of air along a length of the airduct. The airduct system also includes an HVAC component disposable within the tubular wall of the airduct, the HVAC component to be attached to and supported by the frame inside the airduct, the HVAC component to adjust a characteristic of the air.
Apparatus for tensioning pliable airducts while supporting internal HVAC components are disclosed. An airduct system includes an airduct having an elongate tubular wall of a pliable material. The airduct system further includes a frame disposable inside the tubular wall of the airduct, the frame including a hoop to support the tubular wall in a radial direction, the hoop to define an opening to provide passage of a flow of air along a length of the airduct. The airduct system also includes an HVAC component disposable within the tubular wall of the airduct, the HVAC component to be attached to and supported by the frame inside the airduct, the HVAC component to adjust a characteristic of the air.
Example air duct assemblies include a pliable air duct supported such that the duct is maintained in a generally expanded shape even when the duct is deflated. In some examples, a series of hangers suspend the duct from one or more cables, tracks or other type of overhead support. The hangers are spaced apart and distributed over the length of the duct, and each one contributes in pulling the duct taut in the duct's longitudinal direction.
Switch arrangements for powered doors are disclosed. A door includes a panel and a track to guide movement of the panel between an open position and a closed position. The track defines a track slot extending along an exterior length of the track. The door further includes a sensor target to be carried by the panel within the track. The door also includes a sensor selectively attachable to an exterior of the track via the track slot. The sensor to detect the sensor target when the panel is in a first position. The track defines an aperture to be positioned between the sensor target and the sensor when the panel is in the first position.
Switch arrangements for powered doors are disclosed. A door includes a panel and a track to guide movement of the panel between an open position and a closed position. The track defines a track slot extending along an exterior length of the track. The door further includes a sensor target to be carried by the panel within the track. The door also includes a sensor selectively attachable to an exterior of the track via the track slot. The sensor to detect the sensor target when the panel is in a first position. The track defines an aperture to be positioned between the sensor target and the sensor when the panel is in the first position.
Switch arrangements for powered doors are disclosed. A door includes a panel and a track to guide movement of the panel between an open position and a closed position. The track defines a track slot extending along an exterior length of the track. The door further includes a sensor target to be carried by the panel within the track. The door also includes a sensor selectively attachable to an exterior of the track via the track slot. The sensor to detect the sensor target when the panel is in a first position. The track defines an aperture to be positioned between the sensor target and the sensor when the panel is in the first position.
Example dock leveler apparatuses are disclosed. A dock leveler apparatus includes a curtain assembly that includes an upper curtain section and a lower curtain section. The curtain assembly is movable between a folded configuration and a pendant configuration. The curtain assembly having a longer length in the pendant configuration than in the folded configuration. A connector couples to the upper curtain section to a deck pivotally coupled to a base frame of a dock leveler. A releasable coupling between the upper curtain section and the lower curtain section. The releasable coupling is to removably couple the lower curtain section and the upper curtain section.
Example dock leveler apparatuses are disclosed. A dock leveler apparatus includes a curtain assembly that includes an upper curtain section and a lower curtain section. The curtain assembly is movable between a folded configuration and a pendant configuration. The curtain assembly having a longer length in the pendant configuration than in the folded configuration. A connector couples to the upper curtain section to a deck pivotally coupled to a base frame of a dock leveler. A releasable coupling between the upper curtain section and the lower curtain section. The releasable coupling is to removably couple the lower curtain section and the upper curtain section.
Example dock leveler apparatuses are disclosed. A dock leveler apparatus includes a curtain assembly that includes an upper curtain section and a lower curtain section. The curtain assembly is movable between a folded configuration and a pendant configuration. The curtain assembly having a longer length in the pendant configuration than in the folded configuration. A connector couples to the upper curtain section to a deck pivotally coupled to a base frame of a dock leveler. A releasable coupling between the upper curtain section and the lower curtain section. The releasable coupling is to removably couple the lower curtain section and the upper curtain section.
Example air duct assemblies include a pliable air duct supported such that the duct is maintained in a generally expanded shape even when the duct is deflated. In some examples, a series of hangers suspend the duct from one or more cables, tracks or other type of overhead support. The hangers are spaced apart and distributed over the length of the duct, and each one contributes in pulling the duct taut in the duct's longitudinal direction.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Airflow systems comprised primarily of vents, blower fans,
fabric air tubes and an air chute for refrigerated
semi-trailers. Structural components for refrigerated semi-trailers being
cargo enclosures and barriers in the nature of bulkheads,
dividers, partitions, side and rear curtains and doors. Electric, thermal and acoustic insulators; insulating
blankets made of silica fibers; insulating felt for use in
boxes and containers where goods are packaged, shipped and
transported in order to absorb humidity; insulating
refractory materials; molded foam insulated container
packing for commercial transportation; thermal insulation
covers for storage or transportation of goods, namely,
thermal insulating blankets, thermal insulating jackets,
thermal insulating textile covers, thermal insulating pallet
covers. Repair and installation services of refrigerated
semi-trailer accessories. Electronic remote monitoring of environmental conditions and
controlling devices within refrigerated semi-trailers, cargo
enclosures and containers using computer software.
74.
METHODS AND APPARATUS TO MONITOR AND MANAGE LOADING DOCK OPERATIONS
Methods and apparatus to monitor and manage loading dock operations are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a sensor feedback analyzer to analyze feedback from sensors associated with a dock at a material handling facility to determine durations for completion of tasks in a sequence of operations associated with loading or unloading of a trailer at the dock based on the feedback. The apparatus also includes an efficiency analyzer to compare the durations to target thresholds associated with the tasks. The apparatus further includes a user interface generator to generate a user interface indicating at least one of the durations or the target thresholds.
75.
METHODS AND APPARATUS TO MONITOR AND MANAGE LOADING DOCK OPERATIONS
Methods and apparatus to monitor and manage loading dock operations are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a sensor feedback analyzer to analyze feedback from sensors associated with a dock at a material handling facility to determine durations for completion of tasks in a sequence of operations associated with loading or unloading of a trailer at the dock based on the feedback. The apparatus also includes an efficiency analyzer to compare the durations to target thresholds associated with the tasks. The apparatus further includes a user interface generator to generate a user interface indicating at least one of the durations or the target thresholds.
Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture are disclosed for door curtain breakaway detection. An example apparatus disclosed herein includes a sensor to detect a lateral edge of a door curtain within a guide of a door, and a controller to identify when the door curtain transitions from an operational state to a breakaway state based on a signal from the sensor, the operational state corresponding to when the lateral edge of the door curtain is enclosed by the guide as the door curtain moves between open and closed positions, and the breakaway state corresponding to when a portion of the lateral edge of the door curtain below an upper end of the guide breaks away from the guide.
Methods and apparatus to monitor and manage loading docks and facility operations are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a data analyzer to: monitor first data indicating whether a truck trailer is present at a dock of the material handling facility; and monitor second data indicating a condition associated with a door at the dock, the second data being different than the first data. The apparatus further includes a notification generator to generate a notification based on the first data and the second data.
Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture are disclosed for door curtain breakaway detection. An example apparatus disclosed herein includes a sensor to detect a lateral edge of a door curtain within a guide of a door, and a controller to identify when the door curtain transitions from an operational state to a breakaway state based on a signal from the sensor, the operational state corresponding to when the lateral edge of the door curtain is enclosed by the guide as the door curtain moves between open and closed positions, and the breakaway state corresponding to when a portion of the lateral edge of the door curtain below an upper end of the guide breaks away from the guide.
An example apparatus includes a sensor to detect a lateral edge of a door curtain within a guide of a door, and a controller to identify when the door curtain transitions from an operational state to a breakaway state based on a signal from the sensor, the operational state corresponding to when the lateral edge of the door curtain is enclosed by the guide as the door curtain moves between open and closed positions, and the breakaway state corresponding to when a portion of the lateral edge of the door curtain below an upper end of the guide breaks away from the guide.
Impact resistant retractable safety barriers are disclosed. An apparatus includes a support member, a flexible elongate member to extend and retract through an opening in the support member, and a stop member including a region to interface with the flexible elongate member. The stop member engages with structure of the support member surrounding the opening to limit a distance with which the flexible elongate member extends through the opening. The stop member cooperates with the structure of the support member to maintain a gap between a surface of the region of the stop member and the structure of the support member. A width of the gap is equal to or greater than a thickness of the flexible elongate member.
Impact resistant retractable safety barriers are disclosed. An apparatus includes a support member, a flexible elongate member to extend and retract through an opening in the support member, and a stop member including a region to interface with the flexible elongate member. The stop member engages with structure of the support member surrounding the opening to limit a distance with which the flexible elongate member extends through the opening. The stop member cooperates with the structure of the support member to maintain a gap between a surface of the region of the stop member and the structure of the support member. A width of the gap is equal to or greater than a thickness of the flexible elongate member.
Impact resistant retractable safety barriers are disclosed. An apparatus includes a support member, a flexible elongate member to extend and retract through an opening in the support member, and a stop member including a region to interface with the flexible elongate member. The stop member engages with structure of the support member surrounding the opening to limit a distance with which the flexible elongate member extends through the opening. The stop member cooperates with the structure of the support member to maintain a gap between a surface of the region of the stop member and the structure of the support member. A width of the gap is equal to or greater than a thickness of the flexible elongate member.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
Goods & Services
Refrigerated semi-trailer equipment, namely, mounted,
insulated bulkhead-type partitions used to create physical
thermal barriers between different temperature zones.
Example room partitions are disclosed. An example room partition includes a plurality of poles to be suspended from a track. A curtain assembly has a plurality of sleeves through which the plurality of poles extends. The curtain assembly has a lowermost edge. An upper lock pin is attached to an upper end of a first pole of the plurality of poles and is movable between a raised lock position and a lowered unlock position relative to the first pole, the upper lock pin to be restrained when the upper lock pin is in the raised lock position, the upper lock pin to be unrestrained when the upper lock pin is in the lowered unlock position. A lower lock pin is attached to a lower end of the first pole and is movable between a descended lock position and an elevated unlock position relative to the first pole. The lower lock pin is to extend lower than the lowermost edge of the curtain assembly when the lower lock pin is in the descended lock position. The lower lock pin is to be above the lowermost edge of the curtain assembly when the lower lock pin is in the elevated unlock position.
Example room partitions are disclosed. An example room partition includes a plurality of poles to be suspended from a track. A curtain assembly has a plurality of sleeves through which the plurality of poles extends. The curtain assembly has a lowermost edge. An upper lock pin is attached to an upper end of a first pole of the plurality of poles and is movable between a raised lock position and a lowered unlock position relative to the first pole, the upper lock pin to be restrained when the upper lock pin is in the raised lock position, the upper lock pin to be unrestrained when the upper lock pin is in the lowered unlock position. A lower lock pin is attached to a lower end of the first pole and is movable between a descended lock position and an elevated unlock position relative to the first pole. The lower lock pin is to extend lower than the lowermost edge of the curtain assembly when the lower lock pin is in the descended lock position. The lower lock pin is to be above the lowermost edge of the curtain assembly when the lower lock pin is in the elevated unlock position.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Downloadable software application for use in facilitating
communications between truck drivers and facility logistic
offices and personnel. Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based
software for use in facilitating communications between
truck drivers and facility logistic offices and personnel.
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
(1) Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for use in facilitating communications between truck drivers and facility logistic offices and personnel.
Loading dock seals in the nature of environmental control
barriers and enclosures, namely, a sealing curtain system
used for environmental separation and containment in
industrial and commercial applications, composed primarily
of non-metal materials.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Electric warning lights comprising of LED lights for
notifying and warning people and operators of material
handling equipment of oncoming traffic in an industrial
setting.
12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Airflow systems comprised primarily of vents, blower fans,
fabric air tubes and an air chute for refrigerated
semi-trailers. Structural components for refrigerated semi-trailers being
cargo enclosures and barriers in the nature of bulkheads,
dividers, partitions, side and rear curtains and doors. Electric, thermal and acoustic insulators; insulating
blankets made of silica fibers; insulating felt for use in
boxes and containers where goods are packaged, shipped and
transported in order to absorb humidity; insulating
refractory materials; molded foam insulated container
packing for commercial transportation; thermal insulation
covers for storage or transportation of goods, namely,
thermal insulating blankets, thermal insulating jackets,
thermal insulating textile covers, thermal insulating pallet
covers. Repair and installation services of refrigerated
semi-trailer accessories. Electronic remote monitoring of environmental conditions and
controlling devices within refrigerated semi-trailers, cargo
enclosures and containers using computer software.
Custom-designed fabric targeted air dispersion systems for use in controlled environments of mission critical facilities; Installations for airing; Supply air diffusers.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Electric warning lights comprising of LED lights for notifying and warning people and operators of material handling equipment of oncoming traffic in an industrial setting.
Example axial fans (10) (overhead fans) include a set of radially extending spokes (12a, 12b, 12c) that connect a set of fan blades (14) to a motor-driven hub (16). Each spoke has at least one notch (56, 68, 70), so the spokes can be assembled in interlocking relationship with each other, such that the spokes extend at different rotational angles from the rotational axis of the hub but lie in substantially the same horizontal plane. Such an arrangement enables the spokes to support the cantilevered weight and other vertical loads exerted by the fan blades while providing a compact assembly. In some examples, a retainer (88) extends through aligned bores of several components of the fan along the axis of rotation.
(1) Loading dock seals in the nature of environmental control barriers and enclosures, namely, a sealing curtain system used for environmental separation and containment in industrial and commercial applications, composed primarily of non-metal materials.
99.
Fan and light units and associated mounting arrangements for use at a loading dock
Example fan and light units and associated mounting arrangements for use at a loading dock are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a proximal arm to be pivotally coupled to a building structure adjacent a vehicle loading dock. The apparatus further includes a distal arm to be pivotally coupled to the proximal arm. The apparatus also includes an illuminating fan assembly pivotally coupled to the distal arm. The illuminating fan to pivot about both a first axis and a second axis relative to the distal arm. The first axis and the second axis being substantially perpendicular. The illuminating fan assembly including a fan, a light, and a frame. The frame is to support the fan and the light.
Dynamically configurable traffic controllers and methods of using the same are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a first sensor to monitor traffic in a first area. The example apparatus further includes a second sensor to monitor traffic in a second area. The example apparatus also includes a projector to project light toward a floor when traffic is detected in both the first and second areas, the light to be visible from the first and second areas.
