Abstract: A support system for vertically hanging a flexible banner, the system including two horizontally extending arms for supporting a banner tautly. A dampener is connected at an inner end of each respective arm, the dampener including: a) a movable first element on which is fixed a respective horizontally extending arm; b) a fixed bracket second element for securement to a vertical support surface; and c) an intermediary elastic member mounted between the first and second elements.

Abstract: A foldup grandstand, in which the rows of seats telescope into an unfolded position with the rows of seats available for the spectators, or into a folded position in which the rows of seats are nested one above the other. A series of frames with wheels support the seats, and a V-shaped pieces and frame aligned with a centering finger on an adjacent frame to join the two frames together. The finger has a bent shape and a special head which facilitates its alignment with the V-shaped piece. A self-locking element, rollers, ballast, drivers, cable drives, and an immobilization or locking members are also parts of the grandstand mechanism.

Abstract: Table flag holder intended to decorate a desk or a table for supporting a pole and banner is provided with a base, and a plurality of inclined surfaces on the base. The plurality of inclined surfaces are constructed and arranged in concentric crowns so that viewing of adjacent flags is not obstructed. Each of the plurality of inclined surfaces includes a series of holes capable of supporting a pole within each hole. Moreover, there is provided a mechanism for radially orienting each of the poles with respect to the base so as to avoid rotation of the pole with respect to the base.