Abstract: A security system for a knock-down dispensing rack on which cigarette cartons are stacked, includes a shield across the rack opening associated with each shelf and having a lower edge spaced above the shelf the cross-sectional height of a carton of cigarettes to inhibit shoplifting by allowing only one carton at a time to be removed from a stack. The shield is pivoted to the rack to permit restocking. An optional lockup system includes a lower shield pivotally mounted to each upper shield so that it may be positioned to cover the access space under the upper shield. A pair of vertically oriented locking bars are provided. The bars lockably cover ends of the shields with the lower shields in either the position for dispensing of individual cartons, or pivoted downwardly to cover the access opening to provide a night lockup mode. A locking bracket is mounted to preclude disassembly of the security system while in a night lockup mode.

Abstract: A dispensing rack has a knockdown construction that permits quick and easy assembly and disassembly without any tools. The rack construction is also modular to facilitate varying the size and shape of the rack, and to greatly reduce manufacturing and transportation costs. Hanging row dividers stabilize and separate adjacent stacks of articles. Adjustable shelf jacks and casters provide additional rigidity for the shelves, and facilitate moving the rack from one location to another. A header assembly permits use of common parts to construct a low profile version of the rack.