Modular gaming table

Abstract

The present invention provides a modular gaming table comprising: (a) a modular table top comprising a main table surface having a top side and a bottom side; (b) at least one personal player area module receiving area; (c) at least one personal player area module insertably integral with the table top, the personal player area module having a top module side and a bottom module side, the top module side being about approximately flush with the table top surface in the horizontal plane; (d) a subsurface having a top side and a bottom side, wherein the subsurface top side is attachable to the main table surface bottom side; (e) a surface-subsurface attachment means; (f) a trim ring positioned approximately around the outer perimeter of the table top in the horizontal plane; (g) personal player area module attachment means. According to a preferred embodiment, the personal player area module is slidably insertable into the tabletop.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application, Ser. No. 60 / 822,949 filed 21 Aug. 2006, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference herein.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention involves the field of gaming tables in general and specifically relates to a method and device for fashioning and assembling a modular gaming table.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Gaming tables are well known in the art, being designed to specifically accommodate particular gaming activities. Such gaming tables are commonplace in casinos and such establishments that provide wagering games such as poker, blackjack, craps, baccarat and roulette. The gaming tables are constructed so as to provide a playing surface and a betting surface and to accommodate a number of players and an individual to facilitate the game, such as a dealer. The table surface often provides information, symbols or instructions critical f...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention is a modular gaming table that allows for easy interchange of components. The table includes a modular table top, personal player area modules, a sub-surface, surface-subsurface attachment means, and a trim ring. The table also has a replaceable component system, an air filtration device, cup holders, a drainage system, and interchangeable modules. The technical effect of this invention is that it provides a gaming table device that can quickly and easily change components, making it more versatile and user-friendly."

Problems solved by technology

However, it is well recognized that time and wear and tear often degrade the surface of the table, requiring the table to be taken out of use for a period of repair and maintenance.

The prior art has failed to provide such a table.

Thus, the replacement of such a table surface, poses a problem in that the entire table is unusable during the period of replacement and maintenance of any of the constituent parts.

Each module can be removed independently of any others, thereby economizing repair / maintenance issues.

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