Abstract: A rotary display apparatus is provided having a plurality of concentric circular areas in which a plurality of concentric circular areas in which a plurality of differing magazines and other printed materials can be displayed in a circular array presenting the covers of the same to full view.

Abstract: A pouch or holder has a friction-enhanced surface. The pouch has an opening to receive a cardboard backing of a writing pad. The sheets of paper of the writing pad overlie the upper surface of the pouch. The friction-enhanced material is located at the lower surface of the pouch. The pouch is closed at the bottom end and the side edges. The binding of the writing pad locates on the outside of the pouch.

Abstract: A display device including a plurality of display panels, at least one of the panels having a dimension differing in at least one aspect from a corresponding dimension of another panel. The invention also includes sets of display panels for use with such a display device, and related display methods.

Abstract: A window covering display device is disclosed, along with a method of using same. The apparatus for displaying samples comprises a base having a front and a rear. Suction cups are mounted on the rear of the base and are adapted to releasably engage a window or other flat surface. There are at least one and preferably two supports on the base which are adapted to releasably receive and hold fabric samples so that they are suspended parallel to the flat surface. In one embodiment, the supports are projections extending outwardly which receives fabric samples having openings sized to fit over the projections and to be maintained in one of two positions adapted to support samples at varying distances from the front of the base. In another embodiment, the supports are a series of recesses in the surface of end portions which receive and hold fabric samples which include hangers having knobs that fit in the recesses, with magnets being employed to releasably hold the samples within the recesses.

Abstract: A storage container for cards and file folders. The container has an open top tray with a bottom, side and end walls. A rod extending through the tray between the end walls. A multiplicity of retainer loops mounted on the rod inside the tray. Each retainer loop formed of a tough, resilient, abrasive-resistant resin having a bight portion and two legs. The retainer loops positioned in the tray with their bight portions extending above the side walls of the tray. An opening formed in each leg of each retainer loop to receive the rod to retain the loops in the tray. A slit extends from the opening in each leg to the outer edge thereof to permit the legs to be easily mounted on and removed from the rod. The side walls of the tray are inclined upwardly from front to rear and the retainer loops are varied in height from front to rear to provide a stepped positioning of the cards or file folders held between the retainer loop. The storage container may be formed as a portion of a note paper holder.

Abstract: A rug display system includes a base having a plurality of upwardly extending posts and a frame comprising a front, top and rear section. At least a portion of the frame is configured to be rotatably mounted on a post of the base. The rug display system can further include a front support member attached to the frame adjacent to the front section and configured to movably support the frame on a display surface in use. A rug clip for use in a rug display system includes a gripping member having oppositely disposed gripping elements and a biasing member mounted over at least a portion of the gripping member and having a first and second top leg.

Abstract: A rug display system includes a base having a plurality of upwardly extending posts and a frame comprising a front, top and rear section. At least a portion of the frame is configured to be rotatably mounted on a post of the base. The rug display system can further include a front support member attached to the frame adjacent to the front section and configured to movably support the frame on a display surface in use. A rug clip for use in a rug display system includes a channel-shaped bracket including a top leg, a bottom leg, and a connecting member. The connecting member biases the top leg toward the bottom leg. Packaging systems are disclosed for shipping the rug display system of the invention either partially assembled or disassembled.

Abstract: A display stand 1 for a flexible laminar member 2 such as a poster has a base 3, an upright 4 and a top cross-member 5. The laminar member 2 is movable between a storage position, in which it is retracted round a spring-loaded rotatable member 6 in the base 3, and a display position as shown, in which it is attached to the top cross-member 5. Means is provided for the torsional force of the spring-loaded rotatable member 6 to be adjusted.

Abstract: A greeting card display apparatus for displaying greeting cards. The greeting card display apparatus includes a housing having a channel designed to rest on a support surface. The housing has a plurality of display arm assemblies which are selectively couplable to the housing and pivot sideways with respect to the housing for the purpose of paging through the greeting cards. The display arms are telescopic thereby allowing them to adjust to various sizes of cards. There is a lighted section at the top of the housing for ornamental purposes, and the housings are designed as a stand-alone version, one that can encompass a circular member such as a Christmas tree, or one designed to be coupled to a flat or corner wall surface.

Abstract: A shelving unit has left- and right-hand side rails for engaging the inner surfaces of opposed sidewalls of a display system. A generally trapezoidal bridge member having its upper lateral edge as the major side, is defined by two outer, longitudinal edges which slope inwardly at a prescribed angle as each moves from the upper lateral edge. The sloping longitudinal edges are adapted for frictionally engaging each respective side rail such that pressure exerted by the bridge member is sufficient to hold each side-rail in place between the inner walls of a display system. Each side rail and the bridge member define an upper surface for supporting a display item.

Abstract: A point of purchase display includes a card stock having a number of slots therein, the slots being covered by a flap portion that is hinged at the bottom. Inserting of a right angle device through a slot perforates the material initially holding the flap in place and allows the flap to provide a hinge-like function that may be cooperative with the right angle device to retain it with desired retention characteristics. A method for displaying a right angle device in a point of purchase display. Another embodiment of point of purchase display has a slot and a shoulder in card stock material which cooperate with the right angle device to retain it and the card stock material as a unit for displaying.

Abstract: A textile hanging system for receiving and displaying a flexible textile sheet in a vertical manner. The textile hanging system includes a first support member pivotally attached to a second support member, a first engaging member and a second engaging member attached to the first support member and the second support member respectively, a first member and a second member attached to a distal end of the first support member and the second support member respectively, and a pair of end members having a receiving slot that selectively engage the first member and the second member for retaining the support members juxtaposed to one another. The engaging members are positioned within the opposing inner surfaces of the support members and are positioned opposite of the pivot portion thereof. The textile sheet is positioned between the support members and the support members are compressed against the textile sheet by the end members being positioned about the first member and the second member.

Abstract: A banner display device includes an elongated housing containing a gripper roller which is used to grip and retain the edge of a banner in the housing. The housing includes tapered front and rear walls defining a chamber for the roller which is open at its lower end. When an edge of the banner is inserted into the chamber via the lower opening, the gripper roller presses the banner edge against the rear surface of the front wall to suspend the banner from the device.

Abstract: An integral dual display rack assembly includes a first frame member at front central position having a plurality of base-plate members attached thereto in a vertical column array to support a display of multiple first sample items of carpeting, flooring or the like. A second frame member, at least partially disposed rearward of the base-plate members and extending laterally from the plurality of base-plate members, includes a guide track assembly supporting a rollerable plurality of carriage frames suitable to support a second display item and to laterally move the same between a first storage position and a second display or viewing position. In such a fashion, a selected first display item upon the first frame member can be readily compared and contrasted with a selected second display item of the second frame member.

Abstract: A multi-patterned rug display sample embodying at least two different geometric designs and/or coloration schemes across a common surface for simultaneous comparative evaluation by a potential purchaser. The rug display sample may be patterned to include two or more geometric or solid patterns corresponding to patterns available on floor covering products independent of the display sample.

Abstract: A display unit for displaying various flat or flat-packaged articles, such as greeting cards, magazines, brochures, and the like includes a molded backboard having a plurality of walls joined to one another by a plurality of horizontal channels and a snap-in retainer for holding the displayed articles which is easily inserted into and removed from the channel of the backboard.

Abstract: A shelving unit has left- and right-hand side rails for engaging the inner surfaces of opposed sidewalls of a display system. A generally trapezoidal bridge member having its upper lateral edge as the major side, is defined by two outer, longitudinal edges which slope inwardly at a prescribed angle as each moves from the upper lateral edge. The sloping longitudinal edges are adapted for frictionally engaging each respective side rail such that pressure exerted by the bridge member is sufficient to hold each side-rail in place between the inner walls of a display system. Each side rail and the bridge member define an upper surface for supporting a display item.

Abstract: A modular storage system for cylindrical objects, such as rolled carpet mats, having an open frame in the form of a right parallelepiped comprised of a horizontal rectangular base, a horizontal rectangular top, and vertical standards connecting the corners of the base and top. Within the frame there are disposed a plurality of pairs of left and right face-to-face vertically extending abutting mirror image formed or shaped shells. Each mirror image shell is formed to define a plurality of alternating inwardly facing one-half storage cells separated by oppositely facing one-half storage cells of substantially identical shape and cross-section. Each abutting pair of face-to-face shells forms a composite unit and defines a vertical row of spaced apart horizontal storage cells. Each adjacent abutting composite unit defines a vertical row of similar horizontal storage cells in staggered relation to the first row.

Abstract: A desktop organizer composed of a flexible and pliable material is provided comprising at least one container element, at least two vertical partitions for receiving paper and the like, and at least one magnetic element disposed on the surface, or just below the surface, thereof for attracting and retaining paper clips and the like. In the preferred embodiment, the desktop organizer is composed of a foam rubber-type material, which material allows pushpins or needles to be safely and conveniently stored therein by merely inserting the pin into the surface of the organizer, without damaging the organizer in the process.

Abstract: A time-saving display board including a magnetic backing surface for placement upon a surface such as a refrigerator door and further including a region for recording notes and the like and another region of overlapping display sleeves for selectively retaining various articles and maintaining the identification thereof.

Abstract: An assembly for retaining and displaying a plurality of greeting cards in a space efficient manner is claimed. The assembly includes an album structure that has a front cover and a back cover. Both the front cover and the back cover have interior surfaces that face each other when said album structure is closed. A plurality of elastic cord segments are arranged in parallel lines across the interior surface of at least one of the covers. A plurality of elastic cords can also be present on separate sheets that are bound within the album structure. Greeting cards can be placed around each of the segments of elastic cords. The elastic cords retain the greeting cards in an overlapping pattern in the same plane as the surface that supports the segments of elastic cords. Each segment of elastic cord can engage at least one greeting card. As such, multiple greeting cards can be retained and displayed on each surface that supports the elastic cords.

Abstract: A retail display system for a desk chairmat includes a display stand having at least one support component thereon. A desk chairmat having a longitudinal fold line, is folded in half about the fold line and a wrap extends about the chairmat in the folded condition. The chairmat is suspended from the support component. In another embodiment, the retail display system comprises a display stand including a pair of vertical standards and one or more horizontal reinforcing rods; at least two laterally spaced support components mounted on the display stand; a desk chairmat having four side edges, with a pair or hang tabs laterally spaced along one of the side edges; wherein the desk chairmat is suspended from the support components by the hang tabs.

Abstract: A stationery organizer includes a rotary table supported on a base, the rotary table having an upright post, a plurality of stepped bushings respectively mounted on the upright post of the rotary table and longitudinally connected in a line, a screw cap fastened to the upright post to secure the stepped bushings to the upright post, and a plurality of springy plastic retainer flap elements detachably radially fastened to the stepped bushings around the upright post and closely attached to one another for holding stationery items in sector-like receiving space in each plastic retainer flap element or in between each two adjacent plastic retainer flap elements.

Abstract: The apparatus includes two side members each having a plurality of spaced apart slats formed on its inner side with adjacent slats forming a slot. The side members have upper edges which slant upward and rearward from the upper ends of their front edges. Each rearward of an adjacent slat has its top and bottom edges located at a level above the top and bottom edges respectively of the adjacent slat. The side members are supported such that their slats face each other and are spaced from each other to form a flooring sample receiving space. A floor is coupled between the two side members at the bottom edges of the slats. Each slot of one side member is aligned with a slot of the other side member to form a plurality of pairs of slots with each pair of slots and the floor being adapted to support a flooring sample. Each of the side members and its slats are formed as an integral member molded from plastic material.

Abstract: An article holder utilizing a backing member a first portion is movable relative to the backing member. The first portion and the backing member form a cavity. A first hinge interconnects the first portion to the backing member. The first hinge biases the movement of the first portion toward the backing member in a spring-like fashion. The second portion is movable relative to the first portion and extends into the cavity. A second hinge interconnects the second portion to the first portion, biasing movement of the second portion toward the backing member. An article is held between the second portion and the backing member in this manner.

Abstract: A display system having a first card having oppositely facing first and second surfaces, at least one display object on the first surface, and a spacer assembly with a first spacer element that is attached to the first card and projects from the first surface.

Abstract: A sectional system for constructing newspaper and other periodical stands in a variety of different configurations. The system includes a plurality of generally U-shaped sections that are stackable upon each other. The sections are preferably formed of spin-molded plastic and include a base section, a shelf section and a display section. The shelf section comprises a horizontal display section while the display section comprises an angled display section.

Abstract: A copy holder including a flat holder base having at least one arched flange raised from a front side thereof near a top side thereof and defining a document insertion mouth, a first pair of vertically spaced lugs and a second pair of vertically spaced lugs bilaterally raised from a back side thereof; document clamping means mounted on the flat holder base and adapted to hold down inserted sheets of document in the document insertion mouth; an angle-adjustable mounting device pivoted to the first pair of vertical lugs of the holder base and adapted for securing to a monitor of a computer system for supporting the flat holder base; and a curved holding-down block pivoted to the second pair of vertically spaced lugs of the holder base and adapted to hold down turned-up sheets of document on the back side of the holder base.

Abstract: A housing is provided which attaches to a wall and includes mechanisms for releasable attachment to a wall hanging such as a calendar. The housing may have a decorative facade and includes a depressible button which operates through a spring biased J-shaped rod or flexible strips to move a clasp member out of an elongated slot in the bottom of the housing. The slot accommodates an edge portion of a wall hanging. Securement occurs when the button is released and the spring bias or inherent flexibility of the strip member frictionally engage the wall hanging edge. Alternatively, the wall hanging edge may include an engagement aperture. In such case, the clasp member will pass through the aperture and suspend the wall hanging in the housing slot.

Abstract: A locking product display system has structures for supporting planar rigid objects in a display arrangement, and where at least some of the objects are locked into the display and cannot be removed. In one embodiment, upper and lower channels engage edges of the displayed article and side panels retain the article within the channels. In another embodiment end edges of a planar displayed object are supported by fixed wall support devices and capture within a channel formed by a hinge-mounted and fastener-secured member of the support device. In each embodiment, the product support structure hold one item in a locked position, and a second item in a removable position.

Abstract: A file folder rack includes a left side wall including a left rear section at a first height, and a left support section connected with the rear section and being at a much lower height than the rear section, the support section having an upper surface with a plurality of first recesses therein, with the first recesses being staggered at different heights which increase from a front to a rear of the rack and a highest one of the recesses being at a much lower height than the rear section; a right side wall including a right rear section at the first height, and a right support section connected with the right rear section and being at a much lower height than the right rear section, the right support section having an upper surface with a plurality of second recesses therein, with the second recesses being staggered at different heights which increase from a front to a rear of the rack and a highest one of the second recesses being at a much lower height than the right rear section, and the first and second r

Abstract: A hangable wall calendar has a stack of sheets that are bound at one edge with a spiral binding or other suitable flip binding. The calendar may have a stitch binding, or be cloth-bound or stapled. An elongated generally tubular hanger member for the calendar has a generally D-shaped profile, with a magnetic strip on the back and a slot running along a bottom wall. The slot is narrower than the diameter of the flip binding but large enough to accomodate the stack of sheets. The calendar can be slipped out of the holder and flipped to a different sheet, and then slid back into place. Alternatively, the hanger member can have a generally P-shaped profile.

Abstract: A display device for displaying various objects, comprising a front surface, a rear surface, side surfaces, a top surface, and tiers of descending height from the rear toward the front. A slot is located behind each tier for accommodating the object. The slot has a shallow thick portion and a deep thin portion. A vertical support mechanism includes a pair of brackets which selectively pivot upward or store horizontally downward against the rear and top surfaces, and a pair of poles which are selectively mounted within pole seats in the top surface, or are stored within pole sleeves which extend into one of the side surfaces.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for displaying floor covering or other flexible material comprises an elongate housing and an elongate locking pin. The elongate housing has walls which define a cavity having an upper portion and a lower portion, a transition between the upper portion and the lower portion of the cavity, and a pair of oppositely spaced inwardly disposed locking lips which define an opening of the lower portion of the cavity.

Abstract: A clip device for clamping newspapers includes a beam having a longitudinal groove for receiving a bar which has one end pivotally coupled to the beam at a pivot shaft and which is rotatable outward and inward of the groove. A sleeve is slidably engaged on the beam for engaging with and for retaining the bar in the groove of the beam. A spring may bias the sleeve to engage with the bar. The sleeve includes an ear extended inward of the groove and engaged with the spring, and includes a projection extended outward for allowing a user to move the sleeve easily. The beam includes two end caps secured to the ends for enclosing the ends of the groove.

Abstract: A floor display for products, in the form of a shelf system having a base, a back wall, side walls, and preferably having a top wall or canopy, although this is an optional feature, and shelves fitted at progressively increasing angles from bottom to top of the display for displaying products in a manner convenient for viewing.

Abstract: A magnetic holder is provided which includes a magnet and a flexible and resilient body coupled to the magnet. The body includes a slit therein defining first and second opposed lips normally resiliently biased to a closed condition. The body is responsive to compressive forces applied to predetermined locations thereon for moving the lips to an open condition spaced apart a greater distance than in the closed condition to form an opening in the body.

Abstract: A top piece is adapted to rest along a top surface of a monitor, and two side pieces extend downwardly from opposite ends of the top piece, and are adapted to rest along opposite side surfaces of the monitor. The top piece and the side pieces each include slots disposed longitudinally therein, through which sheets of paper may be inserted. Each of the side pieces has a support arm pivotally attached thereto, which swings outwardly from the side piece to support the sheet of paper. The top piece is telescopingly adjustable, to fit various size monitors. The side pieces each include a threaded extension at one end thereof, for attaching the side piece to the top piece. An internally threaded knob is rotatably mounted at each end of the top piece, and is configured to receive the threaded extension by manually rotating the knob. Each of the side pieces has a first bearing track and a second bearing track which is opposite the first bearing track.

Abstract: A collapsible display device for displaying cards comprising of a base, a vertical support member extending vertically from the base, an array of shelves spaced longitudinally along the length of the vertical support member, and a securing means for retaining the cards on the display device. The array of shelves are supported by the vertical support member while the display device is in the expanded position. In the preferred embodiment, the securing means is a plurality of apertures disposed in the array of shelves for receiving a portion of the cards and so that the remainder of the card is visually available. In an alternative embodiment, a serpentine shelf orbits about the vertical support member from top to bottom. The display device of the present invention collapses so that the shelves are in a compact and flat condition.

Abstract: A display unit for displaying sheet materials includes a channel support member and a plurality of channel members connected to the channel support member. Each of the channel members includes a pair of channel arms defining a channel shape. The channel arms extend outward from the base point and converge at a contact point disposed between a base point and distal ends of the channel arms. The channel arms preferably diverge beyond the contact point such that the distal ends are flared. Preferably, the channel members are formed integral with the channel support member by being extruded or cast from a plastic or other material. The display unit has a simple construction and is thus easy and inexpensive to manufacture. The display unit can be used laying flat, standing vertically, or hanging. The display unit can display multiple items and the items can be of various sizes, shapes and orientations.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an inexpensive display device and a method of attaching articles such as pictures, notes and the like to appliances. The invention is substantially a flexible, length-wise deformable band which is extended around the perimeter of the outer surface covering of an appliance. The band may be secured in place by the deformable material of the band creating frictionous contact with the outer surface covering of the appliance. The articles are attached to the display device by inserting them into at least one channel cut length-wise into the band. A plurality of short channels may also be cut at a selected predetermined angle to the length-wise center-line of the band. The preferred angle being between about 30 and 90 degrees. The device may be configured as a continuous stretchable band or may be made having ends which are adjustably attachable each to the other.

Abstract: Vertical rack for supporting semiconductor wafers, the rack having either continuously upward angled arms or horizontal arms for providing near center support of the wafers.

Abstract: A file folder/organizer rack includes a left support member having an L-shaped supporting wall, and a plurality of parallel, spaced apart left shelves connected with the supporting wall, each left shelf being angled downwardly and rearwardly, and each left shelf having a width less than one-half of a width of the rack; a right support member having an L-shaped supporting wall, and a plurality of parallel, spaced apart right shelves connected with the one supporting wall of the right support member, each right shelf being angled downwardly and rearwardly, with each right shelf being in alignment with a respective left shelf, each right shelf having a width less than one-half of a width of the rack such that a space is provided between the left and right shelves; a plurality of bars interconnecting the supporting wall of the left support member with the supporting wall of the right support member, such that the space is also provided between the supporting walls of the left and right support members; an upper d

Abstract: A calendar organizer has pockets for receiving documents or other items associated with each day on the calendar. Five horizontally extending front sheets attached to a substantially continuous backing sheet. Seven front pocket surface portions are defined within each front sheet. Pockets are created by attaching the bottom edge and one vertical edge of the front pocket surface portion to the backing sheet, and two edges of the pockets are left free. A template is used to create the front sheets. The front sheets overlay each other, such that the top edge of lower pockets is higher on the backing sheet than the bottom edge of upper pockets.

Abstract: A free-standing holder for a stack of receiving material in sheet form has two supports disposed at an angle of 65.degree.. The holder is formed by two members and a wire rack. The rack is fixed between the two members and has a concave supporting surface. An abutment ledge is at the bottom of the holder and is perpendicular to the support surface. The supports are connected at the top by a brace forming a handle for moving the holder. Channel-shaped yokes can be fixed to the wire rack to accommodate rolls of receiving material.

Abstract: A clip order rack includes a loop, such as a belt or chain, mounted for free movement along a loop support having at least one straight section therein. Clips for removably holding paper guest checks are spaced along the loop so that a check can be clipped to the loop at one location, such as by a waitress, and the loop moved along the loop support to move the check to another location along a straight section of the loop where it can be observed along with adjacent checks, such as by a cook. The loop may be formed of a plurality of clip members pivotally attached in side-by-side relationship to form an endless chain.

Abstract: An elongated hanging rail assembly (10) of the type including a rail (12) having spaced front and rear downwardly converging substantially rigid walls (15,16) defining a longitudinal recess (14) with an open mouth (18) at the bottom, and a plurality of wedging pieces (25) arranged in a longitudinal series and disposed in said recess between said walls so as to grip sheet material (11) inserted into the mouth (18) of the recess, characterized in that the wedging pieces (25) are interconnected loosely in series as a wedging assembly (13) by means of longitudinal restraining means (26) adapted to confine the wedging assembly to a predetermined maximum overall length, while the wedging piece ends which face one another, of any two adjacent wedging pieces (25) in the series, are permitted relative movement in the releasing or disengaging direction whereby a wedging piece may be disengaged when so desired without causing other wedging pieces to be disengaged.

Abstract: The apparatus has horizontally oriented top, bottom, and middle plates. The top and middle plates have openings therein, which openings receive rolled up plans. Each opening in the top plate is aligned with an opening in the middle plate. The plans, when stored in the apparatus, are vertically oriented so that their bottom ends bear on the solid bottom plate and the top ends extend above the top plate. The bottom plate provides stability to prevent the apparatus from turning over.

Abstract: A notepad system for releasable attachment to a surface such as the visor of a car is disclosed and comprises a notepad and a notepad holder. The notepad has a backing sheet supporting a plurality of rectangular sheets of writing paper. The notepad holder comprises two rectangular support sheets having a high degree of rigidity adhered together in face-to-face relation to define a slot therebetween. The backing of the notepad is inserted into the slot, and the friction between the backing sheet and the rectangular support sheets retains the notepad and the notepad holder in an assembled condition. The notepad system may be releasably secured to a surface such as the visor of a car through the use of conventional hook and loop material.

Abstract: A pants rack assembly to be mounted on the wall of a room. It has a block shaped body member having a front surface from which extends an elongated right side gripping arm, an elongated left side gripping arm and an elongated middle spring support arm. This structure is integrally formed of plastic material. An elongated floating gripping arm is positioned between the middle spring support arm and each of the respective left and right side gripping arms. A pair of coiled springs pass through longitudinally spaced apertures in the middle spring support arm and their opposite ends are seated in recesses in the respective floating gripping arms. The rear end of the block shaped member is telescopically received in a U-shaped channel member that would be secured to the wall.