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Inventors Galleria - New Product Listings

INPEX®, America's Largest Invention Trade Show, displays many different inventions for manufacturers and companies to view. The Inventors Galleria is an enclosed area for business attendees to check out hundreds of unpatented or patent-pending new product ideas. Because these inventions are unpatented, the Galleria is closed off to the general public, and attendees must be qualified as business entities by attending staff to gain admittance. Attending companies must also agree to view the inventions in confidence.

Below is a sample listing of new product ideas to be displayed in The Inventors Galleria at INPEX® 2006.

Above-Ground Pipe Marker - Temporary marker invented to denote the location of utility lines and therefore protect them from damage; also may be used to administer advisories

Adams' Children Art - Religious-themed craft kit invented to help teach children to obey those in authority, respect others and follow directions; prototype available

Address Finder - Reusable house finder invented to help yard-sale customers, party guests and other visitors locate a residence or any other place, day or night; prototype available

Advanced Energy System - Unit invented to provide AC/DC electrical power and water to remote areas; would eliminate the need for a noisy generator and fuel; prototype available

Astro Light - Accessory invented to assist a pet owner in determining a pet's whereabouts; could help individuals prevent their pets from straying too far

Car Caddy - Device invented to help a user move a disabled vehicle around a lot, shop or garage, easily and without use of a tow truck; prototype available

Chipzels - Modified pretzel invented for easier dipping with less mess

Clean Around the Toilet - Accessory invented to reduce wetness and dirt around the toilet bowl and rim; could eliminate direct contact with germs when cleaning the toilet area

Clean N Dry - Drywall accessory invented for use with metal stud framing; would prevent moisture "wicking"; also would help installer maintain even top and bottom joints; prototype available

Coaster Mate - Cold-drink invention designed to prevent condensation from dripping onto clothes and furniture; could be used with cups, glasses, bottles and cans

Converter Handle - Cleaning tool invented to enable users to sweep up and dispose of debris more quickly and easily; would save custodians from having to push heavy, wheeled trash cans

Crazy Ball Skates - Center Line, 2x2, Skateboard - "Extreme" performance modified skateboards, in-line skates and two-by-two roller skates would enable skaters and skateboarders to move in a backward, sideways, 360-degree or diagonal trajectory with ease

Design-A-Shoe - Versatile, fashionable dress shoes invented to enable users to alter the appearance of their outfit quickly and easily; would save space inside luggage or a closet

Ear Guard - Hair-styling accessory invented to prevent customers' ears from being burned by chemicals or heat-styling tools; designed for comfortable use and easy sterilization

EMT Connectors - Modified conduit connector invented to minimize the time and effort required to connect electrical metal tubing to a junction box or other electrical device; prototype available

E-Z Opener - Envelope invented for quicker, easier opening with no risk of cutting oneself or damaging contents; prototype available

Hefflins Car Lift System - Jack invented to help users lift or lower any corner of the vehicle more quickly and easily, without risking injury

Hose Mate - Invention to help the elderly and others remove their hose or support hose easily and independently; prototype available

Ketchup Buddy - Reusable, easy-to-store unit invented to enable individuals to dip french fries and garnish burgers and food items with ease; would help the user to eat fast food meals neatly, with no mess inside of the vehicle or on clothing

Last Long Stay Strong - Unit invented to help men with erectile dysfunction to maintain an erection for an extended period of time; prototype available

Lifesaver - Equipment invented to save the life of a potential suicide victim, according to the inventors; could enhance safety for firefighters by reducing the need for negotiations with bridge jumpers

Love's Comforting Guardian - Gravesite accessory invented to comfort grieving individuals and provide feelings of consolation; would feature a highly visible design

Mixez - Alcoholic beverage accessory invented to make serving mixed drinks easier; would ensure that a mixed drink is properly proportioned

One Step Washlizer - Accessory invented to wash and sterilize baby bottles quickly and easily; would save time and enhances convenience and efficiency for parents or caregivers

Plexi Stone Rock - Accessory invented to give a natural look to the landscape of a home or business; could eliminate the hassle of embedding brick to prevent the spreading of mulch across a lawn or sidewalk

Plopstix - Pet-care accessory invented to offer a sanitary means of picking up a pet's waste; would eliminate the need to touch pet waste with one's hands; prototype available

Revolutionary Fish Tank Stand - Aquarium stand invented to keep water from a leaking tank from damaging flooring or carpeting in the home

Roofing Shoe - Specially designed roofing shoes invented to increase a roofer's traction and reduce the risk of slip-and-fall injuries

Round To It - Inspirational novelty item invented to serve as a motivational tool; could promote productivity and encourage individuals to use their time efficiently

Safety Jacket - Accessory invented to enable trade professionals to wear a safety harness comfortably; would facilitate attaching a harness to a standard lanyard; prototype available

Shock Resistant Breaker Box/Disconnect Box - Breaker box invented with anti-shock design; would facilitate changing breakers or adding wires with no need to shut off the box

Side Impact Reduction - Equipment invented to enhance safety in the event of a side-impact collision, according to the inventor; could help to prevent injuries to the head, shoulder, hip and ribs

Silent Killer Preventor - Boiler accessory invented to monitor carbon monoxide levels and prevent carbon monoxide poisoning when users work on oil burners or gas furnaces, according to the inventor

Silvermax - Invention would roll utensils into napkins quickly and efficiently, saving time and enhancing convenience for restaurant employees; would eliminate the need to handle utensils, which could enhance cleanliness and reduce cross-contamination

Smart Rack - Shoe storage unit invented for individuals who reside in areas with heavy snow or rainfall; would eliminate accidental slips caused by a wet floor; prototype available

Spaceez - Novelty item invented to provide sports fans with a collectible game souvenir; could enhance the atmosphere of a sporting event

Stealth Lock Security - System invented to secure a commercial trailer; would feature an out-of-sight design that would help protect against the theft of expensive freight

The Unit - Device invented to outfit a personal watercraft to facilitate fishing in any body of water; would include a watertight stereo system; prototype available

Toe Nail Helper - Modified toenail clippers invented to make it easier for individuals with irregular toenails or difficulties bending over to clip their toenails

Toothpaste Dispenser - Bathroom accessory invented to help users dispense toothpaste more quickly and easily; would organize dental area and extend product life; producible in a variety of colors

Trackmate - Distance-measuring invention for track-and-field events; designed to help officials compute distances and measure line faults more quickly and accurately

Trailer Protection System - Accessory invented to protect the rooftop of a camper, trailer, mobile home or RV from weather damage; could reduce the need to repair damage caused by snow, ice, rain or debris

Treadmill Auto Speed Adjust - Treadmill invented to help users maintain a speed suited to their own walking or jogging pace, eliminating need for preset or manual adjustments

Triple C - Kit invented to help hold a foam based floral arrangement to a monument or grave marker; user friendly design could be installed easily; prototype available

Ultimate Socks - Modified socks invented to enhance the comfort of diabetics or individuals with sensitive skin; would feature a fashionable design; prototype available

Universal LCD Remote Control - Modified remote control invented to help reduce clutter around an entertainment center; would work with a variety of systems

Water Saver - Water-saving invention designed to prevent unnecessary activation of an automatic sprinkler

Witchfairy - Fairy-themed board game invented to provide an imaginative alternative to watching television or playing video games; would be ideal for girls 6 to 15 years old

X-Folders - All-purpose organizer invented to allow for secure storage of paperwork; prototype available

5-In-One - Versatile baby carrier invented to facilitate a variety of child-care tasks, such as feeding and keeping a baby off the floor; would help to relieve stress from a parent or caretaker's arms