Lid lifting mechanism for trash bin

Abstract

The lid lifting device is designed for use on a common trash bin. The lid lifting device is commonly used to aid the operator in accessing the trash bin while the hands of the operator are not free to lift the bin lid. The device is a simple mechanism, which employs the principles of leverage to both aid the operator in easily opening the lid, while at the same time serving to increase the safety of the operator during trash disposal.

Patent claim:  
     
         1 . In conclusion, the claim of the invention described herein, is the application of the mechanism which employs a leverage principle to the specific application of the common trash bin/dumpster. In this regard, the invention which has taken place, namely “Lid Lifting Mechanism” is a new device, and a new invention. The application has not been applied specifically to the trash bin, but has worldwide usefulness in the application. Thus it is a unique, yet simple application of a mechanical device to an existing object. Through the adaptation of the trash bin with the Lid Lifting Mechanism, the bin has increased its usefulness. The “device” will serve to promote environmetal soundness by users of the device.