Patents Assigned to Uni-Structures, Inc.
  • Publication number: 20180023756
    Abstract: A digital display mounting and lift bracket can be employed to mount a display device to a wall or other surface or within an enclosure. The bracket can be configured to pivot between an open and a closed position. When the bracket is in the open position, a display device will be lifted upwardly thereby facilitating access to the rear surface of the display device. The bracket can then be returned to the closed position in which the display device will be properly oriented for use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2016
    Publication date: January 25, 2018
    Applicant: Uni-Structures, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael S. Barnes
  • Publication number: 20180012209
    Abstract: An apparatus can be employed as a mobile wireless order point and pick-up station. The apparatus can be configured to house a display device and to allow the display device to be used in many different locations for the purpose of receiving and/or picking up orders. To facilitate its mobility, the apparatus can include an integrated pallet jack and be configured with wireless communication capabilities and a portable power source. The apparatus may also include a retractable awning which can serve to provide shading to the display device to facilitate its use and to reduce heating when the apparatus is used in an outdoor environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2016
    Publication date: January 11, 2018
    Applicant: Uni-Structures, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael S. Barnes
  • Patent number: 9430090
    Abstract: The present invention extends to a switch system for selecting multimedia content from one or various source inputs to be provided to a digital display. The switch system of the present invention provides a compact, convenient, and simple to use solution for updating a digital display in many environments. The switch system employs an IR touch screen for receiving user input. Based on the user input received by the IR touch screen, control signals are generated that control the position of a switch for selecting a source of content for display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: Uni-Structures, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael S. Barnes
  • Publication number: 20140043302
    Abstract: The present invention extends to a manual switch system for selecting multimedia content from one or various source inputs to be provided to a digital display. The manual switch system of the present invention provides a compact, convenient, and simple to use solution for updating a digital display in many environments. In a particular example, the manual switch can be used within a fast food restaurant to quickly and easily update the menu such as when the restaurant switches from serving breakfast to lunch or dinner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: UNI-STRUCTURE, INC.
    Inventor: Michael S. Barnes
  • Publication number: 20140043296
    Abstract: The present invention extends to a switch system for selecting multimedia content from one or various source inputs to be provided to a digital display. The switch system of the present invention provides a compact, convenient, and simple to use solution for updating a digital display in many environments. The switch system employs an IR touch screen for receiving user input. Based on the user input received by the IR touch screen, control signals are generated that control the position of a switch for selecting a source of content for display.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2013
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: Uni-Structure, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael S. Barnes