Patent ID: 6227746
Filing Date: 2001-05-08
Classification: B42F

Abstract:
A hanging data binder for binding a stack of paper comprising:(a) a post configured for supporting papers thereon;(b) an end piece including a body with a post receiving portion dimensioned to receive the post with the body defining a hook position recess; and(c) a movable portion movably mounted to the body and including a flexible tab and mounting portion for mounting to a hanging file support, the movable portion being selectively positionable in:(i) a first hook position in which the movable portion secures the post relative to the body and the mounting portion is extended to engage the hanging file support, and(ii) a release position with the mounting portion disposed outwardly from the hook position in relation to the body, for releasing the post relative to the body;wherein the flexible tab of the movable portion is configured for engaging the hook position recess when in the hook position such that the hook position recess locates the movable portion in the hook position, and the body defines a release position notch engaging the tab in the release position for locating the movable portion in the release position.