Abstract: There is disclosed an information display device, which comprises a ground attachment structure having a convex upper face, and a cooperating convex removable, transparent top cover, between which an information display support is arranged. The structure is hollowed-out on its upper face with channels enabling water to flow towards openings for discharging water to the ground.

Abstract: An example embodiment of a sign holder comprises a display support member configured to carry a sign without adherence of the sign to the display support member; an attachment member which is connected to the display support member so that the attachment member can be oriented relative to the display support display member at a selected one of a range of maintainable pivot angles; and means for securing the attachment member to an external surface.

Abstract: Apparatus, kits, systems, and methods for assisting people in locating a desired meeting place are disclosed herein. In certain embodiments, the present invention is particularly useful in helping children or adults with diminished mental capacity to locate rather easily an area designated as a meeting place in the event the child or adult gets lost. Preferred embodiments include the use of visual display apparatus and band to be worn by person, the visual display apparatus and band having visually matching designs to aid the person wearing the band in locating the desired meeting place. Other embodiments of the present invention include the use of a web-based system for transmitting and viewing the designs of the visual display apparatus to others, including means for downloading and printing the designs.

Abstract: A system for mounting signage onto the door area of a vehicle is disclosed. The system includes a mounting assembly and a display substrate. The mounting assembly includes a series of brackets operable to capture the display substrate against the panels of a roll-up door system. Specifically, the brackets may include an upper bracket mounted to the uppermost door panel, a lower bracket mounted to the lowermost door panel, and a plurality of side brackets each selectively mounted to one or more of the door panels. The substrate is configured to flex at predetermined points to accommodate the pivoting of adjacent door panels during the opening/closing of the door.

Abstract: A frame for displaying an advertisement poster comprising: a body (1) formed as a single piece; at least one upper aluminum profile (2); and at least one spring (3); wherein the spring (3) is connected to the upper aluminum profile (2); and the spring (3) is mounted to the body (1). A method for manufacturing the frame comprising: (a) manufacturing at least one the spring (3); (b) manufacturing at least one the upper aluminum profile (2) by aluminum extrusion; (c) manufacturing the body (1) by plastic injection molding; and (d) mounting the upper aluminum profile (2) and the spring (3) to the body (1).

Abstract: This invention is a portable display sign with a magnetically-mounted frame and a removable/reusable display panel. It is intended for use by merchants, trades people, educators and other organizations as an advertising and/or informational tool. Two magnetic foot assemblies provide stability and strong holding capability on any horizontal steel surface. The display panel is made of 4 mm coroplastic, which is temperature resistant. The frame is rigid and composed of PVC foam. The overall size of the sign is compact (66×48×2 cm) and lightweight, so it can be conveniently transported, shipped and stored. The overall design of the sign and its components are economical to manufacture and reusable.

Abstract: A curved stand display panel arrangement for supporting a curved display panel in an attractive and easily exchanged manner. The display panel arrangement comprises a first shelf and a second shelf spaced parallel and apart from one another. The first and second shelves having curved peripheries and corners. A support arrangement is secured between the shelves at their respective corners, wherein the support arrangement comprises a position-locked sleeve with panel engaging channels therein. A display panel has a pair of parallel edges inserted against a shoulder on the curved periphery of the shelves, and a pair of its edges are inserted into the parallel spaced apart channels in the sleeves.

Abstract: A free-standing on-board safety device is disclosed. The free-standing on-board safety includes a base portion and a head portion coupled through a tapered body. The head portion is preferably substantially round and brightly colored. In use the free-standing on-board safety device is placed on front seat of the passenger vehicle in an up-right vertical position. In the up-right vertical position, the device is visible to a driver of the passenger vehicle and the head portion is visible to persons outside of the vehicle through one or more windows of the passenger vehicle. When placed in the up-right vertical position, the free-standing on-board safety device indicates the presence of a child, infant or pet in a back seat of the passenger vehicle.

Abstract: A sign holder device for the support and display of signage. The device includes a base, sign holder and a stem, the stem having a first end appended to the base and a second end supporting the sign holder. The stem has a length defined by the distance between its first and second ends, the length being adjustable to vary the distance between the base and sign holder.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a simple, inventive sign bracket for use in the creation of signs of surprising structural integrity in a range of dimensions, said bracket characterized by a profile comprising a sign body, a C-bracket, and optionally an interlocking sign hanger and/or an angle retainer.

Abstract: A control barrier includes a barrier wall having a front face and an opposing back face each extending between a top end and an opposing bottom end, a first recess being formed on the front face at the bottom end of the barrier wall. A first slot extends through the barrier wall from the first recess to the back face. An elongated first leg is coupled with the barrier wall so that the first leg can selectively rotate and can selectively slide. A first foot is mounted on the elongated first leg, the first foot being selectively movable between a first position wherein the first foot is at least partially disposed within the recess of the barrier wall and a second position wherein the first foot is rotated a least 45° relative to the first position and is removably positioned within the slot extending through the barrier wall.

Abstract: A sectional I-beam post for use along a roadside in which the post has a first elongate lower section securable via a first slip type coupling to a base anchored in the ground. Slip movement of such coupling is in a direction across the length of the post. The first coupling includes L-shaped brackets with one leg thereof attached to the post by bolts so as to be detachable therefrom and notches in the outer end of the other leg which projects outwardly from the post. A second elongate upper post section has the lower end thereof connected to the upper end of the first post section by a second slip type coupling. Slip movement of the second coupling is in a direction lengthwise of the post. The second coupling includes plates bolted to one post section and having notches that provide a slip connection with the other post section.

Abstract: Disclosed is a planar display assembled and supported through components by making use of adhesive, mainly comprising: a transparent protection board, a display element, and an adhesive. Wherein, said display element is used as a photoelectric element (for example, an LC panel or a backlight module) forming a display. Said display elements can be glued and attached onto said transparent protection board by means of said adhesive such as Velcro, so as to reduce ordinary support elements utilized, thus significantly reducing the volume and weight of said planar display.

Abstract: A compact yard sign package reinforced by a folded bail includes a sign member formed by a rectangular sheet folded at a fold line to form a sign member including pair of sign panels, side edge regions of the sign panels being joined to form a bail receiving pocket between the sign panels. A hand bendable wire bail is formed by a straight bridge section with legs extending from ends of the bridge at right angles. Outer sections of the legs are bent at right angles to inner sections of the legs to form a folded bail. The folded bail is positioned in the pocket of the sign member to reinforce the sign member during shipping. An end use removes the bail from the pocket and straightens the legs out prior to inserting ends of the legs into the ground to set up the sign assembly.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a system and method of displaying visual information, comprising a plurality of visual elements placed on a plurality of display modules, which are positioned so as to be cognitively perceived as forming an integrated, unified visual informational message, and that utilizes the principles of geometric perspective or of optical illusions to create interesting and effective messages, and that may incorporate other visual effects, to create a messaging system that is able to publicly convey commercial messages as well as road conditions and other information. Said devices may be applied to roadsides, as well as corridors, sidewalks, sides of buildings, bridges, aisles, and similar locations.

Abstract: A mountable signage enclosure for encasing a graphic media comprising a frame being generally elliptic or having a substantially aerodynamic edge, an encasement for protectively displaying the graphic media through a clear covering through a front side of the mountable signage enclosure and allowing the exchange of the graphic media, a plurality of light emitting diodes perimetrically positioned to illuminate the encasement and the graphic media inserted therein, a power source for providing power to the light emitting diodes, a plurality of suction cups fixed to a back side of the mountable signage enclosure enabling the fixing of the mountable signage enclosure on a smooth surface; and optionally comprising a photovoltaic charging means providing an electric current for charging the power source. The mountable signage enclosure provides a stand-alone illuminated sign that can be easily installed in a variety of configurations, while allowing the quick exchange of the signage.

Abstract: A mount for attaching a sign to a support structure includes a brace having a web and transversely extending first and second flanges each having a plurality of apertures, individual ones of the apertures of both the first and second flanges being coaxially aligned. A bracket includes a bracket web and transversely extending first and second bracket flanges. The first and second bracket flanges are slidably received between the first and second brace flanges. The first and second bracket flanges have elongated apertures with individual ones of the elongated apertures of both the first and second bracket flanges being coaxially aligned. A releasable mounting configuration includes a fastener inserted through individual ones of the elongated apertures which are coaxially aligned with individual apertures of both the first and second flanges. A flexible strap connected to the bracket fixedly connects the mount to a bollard post.

Abstract: A sign frame comprises a pair of upstanding leg members each having a proximate end and a tapered distal end, at least one top member connecting the leg members at the proximate ends thereof, and at least one cross member connecting the leg members between the proximate and distal ends thereof. The members together define a first sign mounting area. Within the sign frame is at least one mounting flange extending into the first sign mounting area from the sign frame, and at least one elongated stiffening rib upstands from and extends along each of the leg members.

Abstract: An advertising sign configured for use in combination with an upstanding security system having a detection apparatus. The advertising sign comprises a substrate with a generally rectangularly shaped outer edge configuration having first and second generally parallel and planar surfaces, with a multicolor advertising copy printed across substantially the entirety of at least one of the planar surfaces with solvent inks thereby yielding protection to the substrate against exposure to atmospheric elements and thereby prolonging the life of the sign during use. The substrate also defines an opening spaced a predetermined distance from at least two edges of the printed substrate to facilitate alignment of the opening relative to the detection apparatus of the security system whereby allowing passage of a signal from the detection apparatus of the security system to pass through the substrate.

Abstract: The improved sign/banner support is comprised of two parallel banner rods, each parallel to the vertical axis of a round or polygonal pole and each terminating in a cincture dimensioned to compressibly clinch the pole. The banner rods and cincture are comprised of a single length of a springable wire material. The rods are spaced to form an opening whereby the improved banner support may be presented to the pole. When mounted on the pole, the banner rods abut against the pole while the cincture forms an acute angle with respect to the vertical axis of the pole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a display arrangement that includes a stand intended for securing a screen, where the stand includes a first part which supports against an underlying supportive surface, and a second part which extends up from the first part and whose upwardly extending end portion includes a first coupling device of a two-part coupling arrangement whose second coupling device co-acts with the screen, either directly or indirectly. The screen can be wounded up onto and unwounded from a bobbin located in a cavity in the first stand part, whereto with the bobbin can be actuated by a spring arrangement which is adapted to act on the screen in its fully wounded state around the bobbin with a chosen torque and/or chosen initial power or force (Fa-min).

Abstract: A sign holder arrangement for the support of a sign from an overhead support. The holder arrangement comprises an upper sign holder assembly clamped upon an upper edge of the sign and a lower sign holder assembly clamped upon a lower edge of the sign. At least one outer support clip is disposed peripherally around the upper sign holder. The clip has a cable attached thereto and to the overhead support to hold the sign therefrom.

Abstract: A banner stand having an upright display mode and a collapsed transport mode, the banner stand comprising a banner presenting graphics thereon, a base and a post extending upwardly from the base, a support member selectively operably coupleable with the post to support the banner in an upright display mode, feet selectively changeable from a transport position to a operative position have an exposed alignment surface that cooperates with another such alignment surface on an adjacent banner stand to angularly and positionally control the respective banner stands to position as desired the respective banners. Tops of the banner stands may be coupled, such as by magnets, to further support and control the spacing and positioning of the banners.

Abstract: A system for mounting signage onto the door area of a vehicle is disclosed. The system includes a mounting assembly, a display pan, and one or more inserts removably received within the display pan. The fastener assembly permits the selective reorientation of the display pan from a first position, in which the pan is oriented along the rear face of the cargo area, to a second position, in which the display pan is oriented away from the rear face of the cargo area. The inserts may include an indicia panel, a backing panel, an electroluminescent panel, and/or a support or cushioning panel. In operation, the system is mounted onto the rear facing surface of a cargo vehicle containing overhead or swing-open doors.

Abstract: A hanger for fluted polypropylene board has head and a shaft, the shaft having at least one barb extending outwardly therefrom. A variation of the hanger for a foam board comprises a head and a shaft with the shaft having a screw thread located thereon, the screw thread stopping short of a tip portion of the shaft.

Abstract: A device for displaying a disability parking certificate placard in a vehicle, with the device being movable from a storage position to a display position.

Abstract: An accordion sign assembly includes a sign holder and an accordion sign. The sign holder has an elongate shape and an upper surface. The accordion sign includes a plurality of sections for displaying indicia, the sections defining a top edge, a bottom edge, and being interconnected at a plurality of pleats. The accordion sign also includes a plurality of tabs connected to the bottom edge of the plurality of sections at a plurality of fold lines that are substantially orthogonal to the plurality of sections. The plurality of tabs are folded relative to the plurality of sections to extend substantially orthogonally from the plurality of sections. A plurality of fasteners secures the plurality of tabs to the sign holder.

Abstract: A portable sign assembly is provided and includes a sign assembly that is selectively interconnected with a base assembly. The sign assembly includes a vertical brace extending therefrom that is in sliding engagement with an upright of the base assembly. A sign release mechanism is further provided and is disposed on the upright for releasably securing the sign and base assemblies. The release mechanism includes a lock-pin that is slidably disposed through the upright and is biased in a first position by a spring member disposed within the upright. The lock-pin selectively engages the vertical brace for prohibiting sliding motion between the vertical brace and the upright.

Abstract: A decorative slip over frame comprises a first and second upright post each having at least one adjustment slot running substantially along opposing facing sides. An upper horizontal support has an insertion slider on each end that moveably slides in the adjustment slot. At least one lower horizontal support also has an insertion slider on each end. The upper horizontal and lower horizontal supports move independently to provide adjustability when concealing a sign frame or edge. In one embodiment, two lower horizontal supports are used where each lower support is independently adjustable. In one embodiment, a decorative final tops each upright post and has a slot to accept additional signage. In one embodiment, the slip over decorative frame slips over the top of a metal frame sign. In another embodiment, the sign slides in from the top, side or is sandwiched or hinged between the frames.

Abstract: A portable sign including three legs movable between deployed and collapsed positions and a flexible covering bearing text, graphics or both includes a biasing mechanism urging the legs toward the deployed position. A support within the biasing mechanism secures three springs with the coils facing outward, one extension from each spring embedded in an upper support member and another extension movable within a plane tangential to a periphery of a lower support member and received by a hollow portion of one of the legs.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a billboard that rotates between display positions and has several sides including each rotating elements which display a different image at each display position.

Abstract: An improved A-frame sign stand is disclosed. The sign stand includes front and rear panels hingedly attached. A support rod is removably attachable to the panels and prevents both separation and buckling of the panels. The support rod can be placed into various storage positions. In one such position, the rod may be used as a handle. In another embodiment, the rod can be pivoted upward and stored on an inner surface of the panel.

Abstract: A sign frame assembly having journally connected frames and appearing as an inverted “V” when deployed on a surface. Each frame has legs connected by a panel, and upper and lower crossbars which are parallel to each other and connect the legs. A receptacle defined by a plane including the panel and which is parallel to and separated from a plane formed by surfaces of the legs, and the upper and lower cross bars is provided to hold a flat object which may be used as a sign. The flat object may be inserted and removed without the use of tools or fasteners.

Abstract: A pair of sign support frames connected to a sign with upright member has upright reinforcement bars secured to arch or base members. The bars are associated with the upright members to reinforce the upright and arch members in motor vehicle impact areas above the arch members. When the upright members are hit with a motor vehicle the sign support frames move upwardly and rearwardly into engagement with the bumper or front frame of the motor vehicle to limit rearward movement of the sign toward the motor vehicle and reduce bending and breaking forces on the upright members and sign support frames.

Abstract: A multi-direction image viewing system includes a triangular or rectangular image case, and plural projectors symmetrically installed to the inner sides of the image case in three or four directions. Projecting light paths cross each other so that the size of the image case is reduced to 1/6.7 to ? of the size of the conventional image case. By reducing the weight of the image case through size reduction, the multi-direction image viewing system can serve as a mobile multi-direction image viewing system coupled with a trailer and transported by a small sized vehicle such as a motorcycle, as a wide viewing angle multi-direction image system attached to a wall and coupled with the safety fence of the bus terminal or the subway station, and as an image viewing system mounted to a ceiling or wall.

Abstract: A breakaway sign support system that is useful for supporting ground mounted signs located within zones that are vulnerable to vehicular impacts. A bracket assembly containing a combination of mounting plates and reinforcement plates bolted together is used to attach a sign post to a sign stub. The sign support system can be fabricated in the field without having to send measurements to a fabricator. The bracket assembly keeps the sign post stable but also allows for a clean break away upon impact.

Abstract: The invention provides apparatus useful for the display of advertising materials on advertising space(s) extending from a portable structure(s) 100. In some embodiments, the advertising space is provided on frame or auxiliary structure(s) 104 connected to the primary structure(s) 100. In some such embodiments, the auxiliary structure(s) 104 extends skywards from the main structure(s) 100, but in other embodiments it may extend in other directions. Thus for example in various embodiments such structure(s) 104 may be attached to the tops of such primary structure(s) 100. Both the primary and auxiliary (advertising supporting) structures may be composed of modular components that can be assembled and de-assembled as, for example, frames 104. The auxiliary structure(s) 104 may be connected to the main structure(s) 100 directly, e.g. by way of attachments integrated into the main structure 100 or indirectly, e.g.

Abstract: A display device having a support structure and display panel is provided. The support structure generally includes a cross bar horizontally supported by first and second leg assemblies. A coupling is provided at each end of the cross bar to receive the corresponding leg assemblies. A plurality of locking mechanisms are provided for independently and releasably connecting the cross bar and the leg assemblies to the coupling without requiring the use of tools.

Abstract: A sign display system arranged for connection to a product display system having vertically oriented upright supports, the upright supports including a face arranged in a vertical plane and having a plurality of slots formed therein. The sign display system includes first and second mounting brackets, first and second extension arms, and a sign support assembly. The first and second mounting brackets each include at least one tab insertable within the slots at connection points. The first and second extension arms each have a first end and a second end, the first end connected to the respective first or second mounting bracket and the second end extending away from the mounting bracket at an angle. The sign support assembly is configured to support a sign, the sign support assembly is supported by the first and second extension arms and has a top side and a bottom side. The bottom side of the sign support assembly is supported vertically above the connection point.

Abstract: In a point of purchase display having an integral graphic panel metallic supporting frame for an H-frame shelving system, retrofit pliant graphic panels are provided that may be quickly installed and remain firmly secured but may be quickly detached from the supporting frame to change the graphic message. The retrofit graphic panels utilize U-shaped top clips which are positioned to align with and operably engage the upper portions of the supporting frame and pliant magnetic strips attached to the back of the graphic panels to align with and magnetically adhere to lower portions of the metallic supporting frame. In another embodiment, in addition to the U-shaped top clips and pliant magnetic strips used to secure the graphic panels to the metallic supporting frame, leading edge clips are also utilized to secure certain of the graphic panels to product carrying bins of the point of purchase display.

Abstract: An organization system comprising a white board system, a wall calendar, reminder notes, and a planner, all of which are commonly color coded, wherein each color is associated with an individual user of the system. The tools (i.e., the white board system, the calendar, the notes, and the planner) may be used individually or collectively as an entire organization system.

Abstract: Sign mounting and tensioning apparatus, method and system for beadles signs comprises fired and floating rails adapted to removal y receive and hold elongated locks having sign edges wrapped around non-rotating inserts, and tensioning means for tensioning signs locked in the rails, which tensioning means may be a series of short levering mechanisms spaced along and connectable to the floating rails.

Abstract: An advertising frame for use with a vehicle so as to render the advertising frame mobile is provided. The advertising frame includes a vehicle engagement that is configured for engaging a vehicle. A signage member is included and is configured for carrying advertising signage. The signage member is pivotable with respect to the vehicle engagement member so as to be configured for providing access to the rear of a vehicle. A tailgate, hatch, trunk, spare tire or other component or portion of the rear of the vehicle may be accessed by pivoting the signage member out of the way.

Abstract: A display system for displaying a banner, the system including a banner made of flexible, non-rigid sheet material, a frame system to support the banner, and a mounting system connectable to the frame and including a body defining a passageway configured for slidably receiving a portion of the frame and a pair of extensions each extending away from the passageway and defining a receiver for receiving an attachment member.

Abstract: A non-inflatable device for supporting a sign on water. A single float embodiment is the basic element. In a typical embodiment, two or more non-inflatable floats are separated at a predetermined distance by one or more spacing members that mate with a spacing member mount on the top of each float. The spacing member mount and spacing members of the invention enable the invention to be expandable, such that the number of floats and spacing members may be varied, depending on the application and need. The floating sign may be anchored or mobile. Sign supporting members are mounted onto the top end of the float in order to support a substantially planar sign portion.

Abstract: An improved A-frame sign stand is disclosed. The sign stand includes front and rear panels hingedly attached. A support rod is removably attachable to the panels and prevents both separation and buckling of the panels. The support rod can be placed into various storage positions. In one such position, the rod may be used as a handle. In another embodiment, the rod can be pivoted upward and stored on an inner surface of the panel.

Abstract: A store security device with advertising cover includes a store security system for detecting magnetic tags attached to merchandise. The security device includes a magnetic sensor mounted in a frame attached to a base. A cover having first and second side panels joined together at their side and/or top edges is sized and shaped to fit slidably over the frame. The cover includes an aperture for the sensor or is fabricated from material that does not interfere with its operation. Advertising or promotional material is affixed to at least one of the first and second side panels. The side panels may include one or more pockets for dispensing promotional materials. The side panels may include one or more receptacles having a transparent outer wall. These receptacles are sized and shaped to hold removable printed advertising or promotional sheets. The receptacles have an open top or side and a closed bottom.

Abstract: A sign display mountable over a top surface of a cubicle wall includes a sign holder having a frame and a depending post extending therefrom for carrying a sign. A clamp assembly has a pair of engaging members and an attachment for securing the engaging members together to abut respective opposed vertical surfaces of a cubicle wall and a horizontal wall portion with an upper and lower surface. One engaging member includes at least one hole and the other engaging member includes an elongate slot. A threaded bolt is positionable upwardly through the elongate slot and one hole for securing the engaging members together. Each engaging member is a bracket formed as an L-shaped member to abut against a vertical surface of a cubicle wall and a horizontal wall portion.

Abstract: A shock mount to support the static weight of a housing while at the same time effectively attenuating shock or vibration imparted to the housing with the shock mount having a shock isolator for supporting the weight of the display and a bezel extending around the display with the bezel comprising a second shock an d vibration isolator that coacts with the first shock set of shock isolators to further attenuate shock and vibration forces to the system.

Abstract: A mount for securing an associated object such as a sign to a supporting structure having wall defining an opening therein and having an outer surface and an inner surface, includes a mounting element adapted to receive the object. The mounting element has a body having an opening therein that is defined by edges. The opening has a predetermined shape. The body has a pair of resilient fingers extending rearwardly from the body. The fingers define portions of the edges of the opening in the body. A wedge has a base and a pair of resilient legs depending from the base. The wedge has a predetermined shape adapted for receipt in the body opening. The legs each have a notch formed therein. The mounting element is positioned with the resilient fingers in the supporting structure wall opening with the fingers locked to the supporting structure wall and the wedge is received in the body opening to interfere with the mounting element fingers flexing inward, securing the mounting element to the support structure.