Double-sided Sign Patents (Class 40/606.18)
  • Patent number: 10515571
    Abstract: A signage system comprising a first panel and a second panel arranged in a substantially parallel configuration, wherein portions of the first panel and second panel are kept apart at a predetermined distance by a plurality of spacers, thereby providing a space between the first panel and second panel that can enhance the visibility of designs on the first panel and second panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Assignee: SSPP PERU SAC
    Inventor: Joseph W. Boudeman
  • Patent number: 10388193
    Abstract: Furniture for displaying advertising includes a table having a planar surface, a steel plate secured to the planar surface and having a first polarity, and an advertising panel comprised of a flexible material and having a second polarity. The advertising panel is removably secured to the steel plate using magnetic forces. A protruding lip extends about a periphery of the planar surface and around the advertising panel so that a top surface of the advertising panel is flush with a top surface of the protruding lip. A vertical support has a first end secured to a lower portion of the planar surface and an opposing second end configured to be placed on a ground surface. The planar surface of the table is substantially perpendicular relative to a longitudinal axis of the vertical support causing the advertising panel to be horizontal to the ground surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2019
    Assignee: BLUE HIPPO, LLC
    Inventor: Bradley E. Wriedt
  • Patent number: 10034594
    Abstract: A cleaning trolley includes a base plate supported by rolling members; at least four upright hollow profiles for fixing cross walls arranged on the base plate, wherein each cross wall consists of two separate wall elements removably arranged back-to-back to each other and fixed by said upright hollow profiles; and an upper frame for securing the at least four upright hollow profiles. Further, the cleaning trolley may include a primary section and a secondary section, each section having a base plate supported by rolling members, wherein the primary section and the secondary section are removably connected by a connection mechanism, which connection mechanism contains a pedal pivotably attached to the bottom side of the base plate of the secondary section, and its actuation releases claws which in connection position are engaged with the primary section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2018
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Matthias Menzel, Stefan Rutschmann, Enzo Dario Sforza, Stephan Uhl, Klaus-Günter Hub, Martin Stuetzel
  • Patent number: 8813404
    Abstract: The invention concerns a window unit for display, protection and preventive conservation of an object of limited thickness, in particular a work of art such as a painting, a bas-relief, a tapestry or similar. It comprises a case with a back (32) and a front door (31) coupled together so as to be able to have the case (30) take up an open state, in which the object (D) is not protected and can be inserted into or removed from the case (30), and a closed state, in which the object (D) is protected and can neither be inserted into nor removed from the case (30), in which the front door (31) is provided with a transparent front panel (48) through which the object (D) is visibilé from the front in the state with the case (30) closed. The window unit is characterized in that the back (32) is provided with a transparent rear panel (50) through which the object (D) is visibile from the rear in the state with the ease (30) closed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignee: Goppion S.p.A.
    Inventor: Alessandro Goppion
  • Patent number: 8763288
    Abstract: A display including a first panel connected to a second panel along a seam, wherein the first panel includes a first edge opposed from the seam and the second panel includes a second edge opposed from the seam, at least one first tab connected to the first panel along the first edge, and at least one second tab connected to the second panel along the second edge, wherein the first panel is folded relative to the second panel along the seam such that the first tab is engaged with the second tab such that engagement between the first tab and the second tab fixedly aligns the first panel relative to the second panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2014
    Assignee: Outta The Box Dispensers, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Emoff
  • Patent number: 8733000
    Abstract: An advertisement display formed with two side columns with at least one advertisement module provided therebetween. The module consists of a top unit and a pivoting lower unit. The top unit is slidable within the side columns. A longitudinal wall is spaced from a bottom wall of the top unit defining a utility space therebetween. The lower unit is locked and prevented from pivoting when the top unit with the longitudinal wall is slid into a downward position, and is allowed to pivot when the top unit with the longitudinal wall is slid upwardly unlocking the bottom unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Inventor: Sanjay Thakker
  • Publication number: 20140109449
    Abstract: A moisture-protected, bi-directionally viewable portable sign display having a rectangular frame with a removable side that enables configuring a plurality of indicia bearing signs and which is supported by a removable support structure that includes features to prevent moisture damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2012
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Inventor: Dino Cavalieri
  • Patent number: 8650782
    Abstract: Highway or railroad sign assemblies having partial view obstructing means on their edges, mounted at an inclined position between or above road lanes or railroad tracks wherein vehicles or trains are traveling in opposite directions, and adapted to warn drivers that are going in the wrong direction without confusing drivers going the right way, and methods for so positioning such sign assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Inventors: Tim Richard Miles, Sharyn Bills Miles
  • Patent number: 8613152
    Abstract: A graphic display system for supporting at least one graphic display panel in a curvilinear presentation, the system comprising: a lower plate and an upper plate arranged parallel and spaced apart with respect to one another, each plate having a corner arranged thereon, wherein the lower plate has an arcuately shaped peripheral lip to define an inwardly adjacent backer board receiving channel thereadjacent, including an elongated side rail arranged between the first plate and the second plate at their respective corners, wherein each elongated side rail has an engagement and alignment flange received into a receiving slot in both the first plate and the second plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2013
    Assignee: Rose Displays, Ltd.
    Inventors: Rebecca C. Suciu, Thomas P. Burrous, David E. Pitcher, Alan L. Stenfors, Sidney Rose
  • Publication number: 20130321259
    Abstract: A Double Sided Advertisement Billboard for Parking Lots is a viewing panel that is positioned between two opposite parking spaces and elevated off the ground by supports in order to display advertising materials to people utilizing the parking spaces. The viewing panel has two opposite sides with identical components which can have different advertisements displayed utilizing different methods, including digital screens, poster boards, product cutouts or other features such as neon signs. A motion sensor detects the presence of a vehicle in the parking space in order to activate a light, screen or speaker. A user interface allows viewers to participate in interactive advertisements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2012
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Inventor: Ty J. INSKO
  • Publication number: 20130305575
    Abstract: Highway or railroad sign assemblies having partial view obstructing means on their edges, mounted at an inclined position between or above road lanes or railroad tracks wherein vehicles or trains are traveling in opposite directions, and adapted to warn drivers that are going in the wrong direction without confusing drivers going the right way, and methods for so positioning such sign assemblies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Publication date: November 21, 2013
    Inventors: Tim R. Miles, Sharyn Bills Miles
  • Patent number: 8418387
    Abstract: An isolated access assembly for a back-to-back electronic display and static display setup. A central housing contains an electronic display with a static display being hingedly attached to the central housing on the opposite side of the electronic display. The static display can rotate to allow access to the rear of the electronic display without permitting access to the static display itself. A front door may be hingedly attached to the central housing and placed in front of the electronic display to allow the front portion of the electronic display to be accessed and serviced. A rear door may be hingedly attached to the static display to allow the static display to be accessed and serviced. A first locking mechanism may control access to the rear portion of the electronic display while a second locking mechanism may control access to the front portion of the electronic display. A first advertising party may be given proper access to the first and second locking mechanisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: Manufacturing Resources International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bill Swatt, William R. Dunn
  • Patent number: 8327565
    Abstract: A fence wrapping assembly for retaining a panel of sheet material adjacent one or both of a front and back of a fence. The panel has one or more pockets formed therein; a carrier is received in each pocket and a mounting member engages each carrier and secures the same to one of a first and second fence post. A tensioning device extends between the first and second fence posts and engages the panel. The device is adjustable to apply tension to the panel. Advertising graphics are applied to the panel's exterior surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2012
    Assignee: Imaginethis Renovations, LLC
    Inventors: Eric S. Boltz, Scott A. Miller, Erik M. Baker
  • Patent number: 8220190
    Abstract: Disclosed is a holding device (1) for a poster-shaped information carrier, comprising two board segments (2) for receiving the information carrier therebetween, at least one of the board segments (2) being transparent in order for the information support to be visible. A base (3) is used for inserting the two board segments (2). A means (4) is provided for leaving a gap between the two board segments (2) for receiving the information carrier. Said means (4) for leaving the gap (20) between the two board segments (2) is a web which is arranged within the base (3) and extends between the board segments (2), and/or a spacing element (4) that lies between the board segments (2).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2012
    Assignee: Visplay International AG
    Inventor: Herbert Walter
  • Patent number: 8112925
    Abstract: “IMPROVEMENT IN DISPLAY FOR AUTOMATIC ASSEMBLY SYSTEM” wherein one automatic assembly part (11) formed by two walls (12) with wrinkles (13), agreeing by other wrinkles (14) to two walls (15) separated from each other by their free edges (16), form one hinging part in a system of tweezers. The part (11), grooves (17) and (18) on its walls (12), receives an elastic band (19) inserted in hook-shaped grooves (8) and (10) of the juxtaposed rims (4), (5) and (6), (7) of both parts composing the body of the display (1). The part (11), by its walls (12) and walls (15), respectively accommodates between internal faces and the folds of the rims (4), (5) and (6), (7) of parts (2) and (3) composing the body of the display (1).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Inventor: Chung Kwo Tzuo
  • Publication number: 20120017478
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods for wet floor warnings feature a movable barrier member proximate a doorway at a height elevated above floor level for selective movement between a deployed position in which the barrier member spans at least partially across the doorway and a storage position in which the barrier member is less obstructive to the doorway than in the deployed position for selective display of wet floor warning indicia on the barrier member on a path of sight through the doorway to indicate that the floor surface situated beyond said doorway is wet and may present a slip and fall hazard. The visibility of the warning is improved over floor seated signs, and cleaning personnel going room to room in a large establishment like a hotel, hospital, nursing home, care home, etc. need not transport portable warning signs as they travel the premises.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2011
    Publication date: January 26, 2012
    Inventor: Dagmar Stephenson
  • Patent number: 8015736
    Abstract: A dual panel-frame interface system for the construction of portable displays comprises one or more frame members and one or more panel members. Each frame member is adapted to accommodate the releasable connection of two general types of panel members. One type of panel member is generally flexible with mounting gaskets flexibly connected to its peripheral edge for receiving engagement by a mounting groove in the frame member. The other type of panel member is a more rigid, face-mounted type that is placed in clinging engagement directly with a lateral wall of the frame member. The frame member is adapted such that when a rigid type panel member is placed in clinging engagement with the lateral wall, the respective unused mounting groove remains visually obscured from a viewpoint outward of the outer surface of the panel member, thus making the system more visually appealing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Assignee: Moss, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert M. Frey
  • Patent number: 8015737
    Abstract: A post cover with advertising for use with a substantially semi-circular guard post of the type commonly found surrounding fuel pumps at gasoline stations. The post cover has a substantially semi-circular shape with an interior cavity dimensioned to receive a generally semi-circular guard post in slip fit engagement. The cover is generally molded of a resilient, durable, low maintenance and exposure resistant structural plastic that can be treated during the molding process with coloring agents and chemical additives to enhance its esthetic and resiliency character respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Inventor: Frank Venegas, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8006420
    Abstract: A retractable banner stand includes a canister with an extendable banner having an ad and/or message thereon viewable when the banner is extended. A kit comprised of a pair of end caps with foldable legs and a pole support are releasably engaged to the canister and can be removed without tools. The kit can be releasably engaged to a second canister, without tools, with the second canister containing a second banner with a different (or new) ad and/or message to thus facilitate changing banners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignees: The Portables Exhibit Systems Limited, Downing Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Lyle D. Merner, Gabriela P. Merner, legal representative, James T. I. Landecker
  • Patent number: 7954265
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an advertising display, which is used in displaying advertising posters in an illuminated manner, said advertising display comprising a protecting body profile (1), a covering profile (2), a white background material (4) where such poster is attached, and a transparent protector (5) positioned on said poster; and furthermore, at least one a hinge profile that retains the transparent protector (5) in order to easily attach/replace such poster, and to prevent said transparent protector (5) from becoming damaged; at least one magnetic profile and at least one magnetic tape that fasten the moving edge of the transparent protector (5) to the body profile (1) after a poster is attached; and a multitude number of clips retaining the poster between the background (4) and transparent protector (5).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: M. T Reklam Ve Pazarlama Sanayi Ticaret Limited Sirketi
    Inventor: Ali Topcuoglu
  • Patent number: 7941950
    Abstract: An in-store advertising cover for installation onto and covering an upright security fixture includes a pair of front and rear, arcuate panels joined together along side, linear edges to form a lens-shaped cross section when the fixture is covered. A crease extends transversely across the arcuate panels between the side edges. The arcuate panels are foldable about the crease when the fixture is not covered, for example, during shipping, and are unfolded during installation. A lower half of the cover is initially installed on the fixture, followed by an upper half. Advertising material is applied on one or both arcuate panels. The advertising material is visible when viewed off to one side of the respective unfolded arcuate panels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Storeboard Media, LLC
    Inventor: Douglas B. Leeds
  • Patent number: 7930847
    Abstract: An advertising display apparatus comprising a hollow receiving tube with an essentially closed distal end and an essentially open proximal end enclosed within a base region, means for retaining a preprinted material inserted through said base region, wherein the hollow receiving tube comprises a plurality of faces where at least one face is transparent and through which said preprinted material may be viewed. The plurality of faces comprising the hollow receiving tube are preferably of a convex shape. Included within the base region is a retention lip which extends into and partially occludes the essentially open proximal end of the hollow receiving tube. The base region may include additional fitments to allow for attachment of the display apparatus to surfaces not of a flat horizontal orientation. The base region may further include means for producing light or sound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2011
    Assignee: Consort Corporation
    Inventors: Roger Mark Lepley, Eastan James Bakka
  • Publication number: 20110030255
    Abstract: Described herein are inflatable signs made of a flexible sheet material, which may include a counterweight-containing base, a body connected to the base, and an arm integral with, and transverse to, the body. The base may include a sealable port for entry of the weight material, such as water. At least one of the body and the arm may also be provided with a separate sealable port through which air is introduced into the respective body, arm, or both. Further, the body and the arm may be provided with at least one sign-receiving pocket for housing letters or words to create a message. The base may be in the shape of a rectangular prism, a cylinder, a frusto-pyramid, or a frusto-cone. The inflatable sign may be assembled as a part of a kit, further containing a plurality of cards having at least one alphanumeric character printed thereon; a puncture repair patch; and use instructions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2010
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Inventor: Eric C. Morris
  • Publication number: 20100269385
    Abstract: Disclosed is a holding device (1) for a poster-shaped information carrier, comprising two board segments (2) for receiving the information carrier therebetween, at least one of the board segments (2) being transparent in order for the information support to be visible. A base (3) is used for inserting the two board segments (2). A means (4) is provided for leaving a gap between the two board segments (2) for receiving the information carrier. Said means (4) for leaving the gap (20) between the two board segments (2) is a web which is arranged within the base (3) and extends between the board segments (2), and/or a spacing element (4) that lies between the board segments (2).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2008
    Publication date: October 28, 2010
    Inventor: Herbert Walter
  • Patent number: 7814692
    Abstract: A signage system includes a support, a housing attached to the support, and a first sign. The support includes a substantially horizontal member having a first end and a second end; a bracket for mounting the support to an upright, the bracket being attached to the first end of the substantially horizontal member; and a shell extending from the second end of the substantially horizontal member. The housing is attached within the shell of the support and includes a first ring, a second ring connected to the first ring, a first plate, and a second plate positioned adjacent to the first plate. The first plate and the second plate are positioned between the first ring and the second ring. The first sign is releasably retained between the first ring and the first plate by frictional engagement of edges of the first sign with the first ring and the first plate. The signage system is adapted to be supported by the bracket in a cantilevered configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2010
    Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Rohland Wiltfang, Erica Martin, Tracy Tonnessen, Mark Waite, Conrad M. Chin, Eric J. Weiss
  • Patent number: 7797868
    Abstract: A sign assembly having a sign post, a first arcuate nesting component and a first sign panel. The sign post has a sign post perimeter, a sign post longitudinal axis and a sign post elongated slot extending substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. The first arcuate nesting component is adapted to be secured to the sign post. The first sign panel is adapted to be retained by the first arcuate nesting component. The sign post and the first arcuate nesting component are configured and arranged such that when the first arcuate nesting component is secured to the sign post there is substantially no gap between the first sign panel and the sign post, and the first arcuate nesting component extends around a portion of the sign post perimeter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2010
    Assignee: APCO Graphics, Inc.
    Inventors: Ron Cobb, Ben Bell
  • Patent number: 7739819
    Abstract: An advertising sign configured for use in combination with a free standing security system having first and second sides and which is adapted to be arranged in proximity to an ingress/egress opening to a store. The advertising sign has axially aligned open ends and is sized and shaped to slidably fit over a lengthwise portion of the free standing security system. The advertising sign has first and second opposed side edges along with top and bottom edges. The advertising sign further includes first and second surfaces between the edges with an advertisement disposed upon each of the first and second surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2010
    Assignee: Imageforward, Inc.
    Inventor: David J. Hansen, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7661213
    Abstract: A durable yard sign assembly includes: (a) a central message panel including a lightweight, thermoplastic core, lightweight metallic front and rear face sheets, and a plurality of parallel panel apertures within the core; the front and rear face sheets being attached to opposite, front and rear sides of the core; each panel aperture extending from one end of the central panel to the opposite end; (b) two substantially rectangular side posts, each including an open upper end accessing an upper post hollow, each side post including at least two inside side post apertures on an inside wall, and at least one outside side post aperture on an outside wall; (c) at least two panel support rods, each extending through a different one of the panel apertures; (d) at least one pair of support rod connectors, each being connectable to an end portion of the at least two panel support rods; and (e) two removable upper end caps; wherein the yard sign assembly includes an unassembled position for storage or transport, and an
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Inventor: Brantley K. Gainey
  • Publication number: 20100018096
    Abstract: A dual method of remote concession ordering and stadium advertising in sports venues and arenas. The method utilizes an apparatus comprising a spiral coil. The spiral coil retains front and rear jacket panels and binds panels or sheets within the front and rear jacket panels. The generic names of concession food items are successively displayed on one side of the panels or sheets. Sponsorship advertising is displayed on an opposite side of the panels or sheets, such that when a spectator or event attendee holds the apparatus of the present invention in the air to order a food or beverage item, the generic term will be displayed and visible to the vendor, while people seated in rows behind the event attendee or spectator may be able to view the advertisement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2009
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Inventor: Nicole B. Fein
  • Patent number: 7617626
    Abstract: An advertising display trailer for a bicycle, the trailer including a base, a coupling for coupling the base to the bicycle, and a display body mounted to the base is disclosed. The display body may be configured so as to pivot relative to the base. A display trailer including a base and a structure mounted to the base for carrying a display body such that the display body is able to pivot relative to the base. Also disclosed is a bicycle trailer for carrying an advertising sign, wherein the trailer has a base adapted to carry the advertising sign such that the sign extends generally upwardly from the base. In one form, a structure of the trailer is such that it is designed only to carry the advertising sign.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2009
    Inventor: Marcus Antony Balscheit
  • Patent number: 7591095
    Abstract: A warning plate assembly for indicating the excess width of a tractor, in particular an agricultural tractor. The assembly comprises a holder having a fixing part (1) attached to the vehicle and a deployable arm (3) carrying the warning plate (9). The deployable arm (3) is swivellable about a vertical swivel axis (2a) of the fixing part between a lockable deployed position, in which the deployable arm and the warning plate are disposed transversely to the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, and a lockable retracted position in which the deployable arm is disposed substantially in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle. The length of the deployable arm (3) is adjustable (6,7) to cater for different widths of vehicle. The warning plate may be in two halves (10,11) hinged about a vertical axis so that the halves can be folded one over the over for storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2009
    Assignee: AGCO GmbH & Co.
    Inventor: Anton Kollmann
  • Publication number: 20090205233
    Abstract: A durable yard sign assembly includes: (a) a central message panel including a lightweight, thermoplastic core, lightweight metallic front and rear face sheets, and a plurality of parallel panel apertures within the core; the front and rear face sheets being attached to opposite, front and rear sides of the core; each panel aperture extending from one end of the central panel to the opposite end; (b) two substantially rectangular side posts, each including an open upper end accessing an upper post hollow, each side post including at least two inside side post apertures on an inside wall, and at least one outside side post aperture on an outside wall; (c) at least two panel support rods, each extending through a different one of the panel apertures; (d) at least one pair of support rod connectors, each being connectable to an end portion of the at least two panel support rods; and (e) two removable upper end caps; wherein the yard sign assembly includes an unassembled position for storage or transport, and an
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2008
    Publication date: August 20, 2009
    Inventor: Brantley K. Gainey
  • Patent number: 7506465
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2009
    Assignee: ImageForward, Inc.
    Inventor: David J. Hansen, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7484325
    Abstract: A curved sign assembly includes a flexible sign panel removably mounted in an arcuate position in a modular frame. The frame comprises a pair of edge rails mounted on opposite side edges of an intermediate member. The edge rails can clip on a variety of intermediate members of different sizes. The edge rails include inwardly facing open-sided channels that receive and hold side edges of the flexible sign panels on one or both sides of the intermediate members. Upper and lower plates cover the top and bottom sides of the sign. Horizontal or vertical reinforcing members positioned on the intermediate member for larger signs support the sign panels between the edges. The edge rails can be decorative extruded aluminum members that are attached in different lengths to a variety of intermediate members. A channel member can be mounted between the edge rails to receive the ends of sign panels that extend only part of the way between the edge rails and the side of the intermediate member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2009
    Assignee: System 2/90, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael A Benedict, Charles R. Tyke
  • Patent number: 7367147
    Abstract: A single pass process and apparatus for manufacturing a folded yard sign from a pre-cut sheet previously coated on both sides with a fusible polymer includes the steps of printing an image on an outside of the sheet, curing the image, scoring the printed sheet, folding the scored sheet, ultrasonically sealing regions along side edges of the folded sheet, and stacking the sealed sheets, which are finished sign products ready for packaging. The ultrasonic sealing fuses the polymer coated inside surfaces along the edges of the folded sheet. The sealed side edges form a sign support receiving pocket in the finished sign member in cooperation with a folded edge of the sign member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2008
    Assignee: Gil Studios, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey W. Harms
  • Patent number: 7308771
    Abstract: A card holder 1, has a body 2 which has a first face 3 and a second face, and ledge means 5, the first and second faces being at substantially opposite sides of the card holder 1, and the ledge means 5 extending around at least part of the first and second faces, the card holder 1 being formed such that when it is in use a pair of substantially planar cards can be held by the card holder 1 wherein one of the cards is adjacent the first face 3 and the other of the cards is adjacent the second face and wherein inadvertent release of the cards from the card holder is substantially prevented by way of the ledge means 5.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2007
    Inventor: Harry Memelink
  • Patent number: 7299578
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2007
    Inventor: Joseph J Molinaro
  • Patent number: 7219457
    Abstract: A modular pedestal sign or suspended sign is formed as a hollow border defined by upper, lower and opposite side hollow members collectively setting-off an inboard signage area. The upper and lower hollow members are preferably each formed by identically hollow bodies which are snap-secured together and each also defines a pair of projecting legs which are in internal telescopic relationship to the hollow side members. A polymeric/copolymeric synthetic thermoplastic foam material is in situ molded in intimate relationship to interior surfaces of the border to rigidify the assembled components, though snap fasteners may be utilized. Additional signage areas can be formed utilizing hollow divider members having oppositely directed pairs of legs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2007
    Assignee: ArchiForm, Inc.
    Inventors: Wallace T. Carter, Brad Forrest, Tom Hines, Mac McRorie
  • Patent number: 7124526
    Abstract: A billboard advertising system is disclosed. The billboard advertising system includes an overhead sign structure at least partially traversing a roadway, said overhead sign structure having forward and rearward faces relative to oncoming vehicle traffic of the roadway. The forward face of the overhead sign structure has traffic information as part of a government regulated traffic information system directed in a primary orientation toward the oncoming vehicle traffic. The rearward face of the overhead sign structure on an opposing side from the forward face has a secondary orientation with respect to other traffic flow different from the oncoming vehicle traffic. A billboard advertisement is positioned on the rearward face of the overhead sign structure with visual exposure to the other traffic flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Inventor: Eckley Keach
  • Patent number: 6971198
    Abstract: A post cover with advertising for use with a substantially semi-circular guard post of the type commonly found surrounding fuel pumps at gasoline stations. The post cover has a substantially semi-circular shape with an interior cavity dimensioned to receive a generally semi-circular guard post in slip fit engagement. The cover is generally molded of a resilient, durable, low maintenance and exposure resistant structural plastic that can be treated during the molding process with coloring agents and chemical additives to enhance its esthetic and resiliency character respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2005
    Inventor: Frank Venegas, Jr.
  • Patent number: 6948270
    Abstract: A display apparatus for securing a display item for display is provided. The display apparatus comprises a monolithic frame made of a flexible light weight material having a body formed around the periphery of a central opening within which one or more display items can be mounted; and one or more fastening mechanisms extended from the inner perimeters of the frame body inward toward center of the central opening for slidably receiving the one or more display items. Each of the fastening mechanisms comprises first and second flexible loop tongues each having inner and outer surfaces, the inner surfaces of the first and second loop tongues facing each other and approximately coplanar to provide a receiving space therebetween, such that one or more edges of at least one display item can be frictionally secured in between said receiving space by wedging open the coplanar inner surfaces of the flexible loop tongues apart for a relatively tight fit therebetween.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2005
    Inventor: Vahdat Varasteh
  • Patent number: 6898882
    Abstract: A signboard device exhibiting information regarding roads, buildings or street names is disclosed. The device includes a post having a plurality of fitting grooves at its outer surface; a base joined to a concrete foundation, the base having a post-seating stepped recesses comprised of two concentric recesses; a post cover unit comprised a lower cover, a cylindrical intermediate cover and an upper cover; a signboard unit comprised of a signboard frame assembly and a pair of signboards attached to the stepped lines of the signboard frame assembly; and a stopper for fixing the signboard frame assembly to the post. The device enables one or more signboards to be easily installed on a post, and has excellent structural strength and an adaptable appearance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2005
    Assignee: Hanyang Frame Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Yong Soo Kim
  • Patent number: 6874263
    Abstract: A balloon-type advertising equipment includes a vehicle and a balloon mounted on the vehicle which is adapted to be inflated and deflated as occasion demands to display an image and/or a message on the balloon. The equipment further includes blowers and lights mounted on an upper part of the vehicle wherein the balloon is bottom-opened box shaped and made of a sheet displaying thereon an image and/or message and having its lower part fixed to the upper part of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2005
    Assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Appukoporeshon
    Inventor: Masao Ohmuku
  • Patent number: 6812856
    Abstract: An improved lighted traffic sign having an adjustable and portable seat, a portable urinal having an enclosure, a liquid applicator, a hinge, and a sign and warning device is disclosed. The improved lighted traffic sign can be used at the workstation to prevent gaps in traffic control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2004
    Assignee: Endless Visions, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard M. Heinz, Phillip C. Layne
  • Patent number: 6802145
    Abstract: A display assembly includes a panel for displaying indicia having opposed ends operatively connected to first and second channels. The panel has score lines adjacent each opposed end to define opposed flaps. The first and second channels each have a flange extending from one wall to adjacent opposed wall to define the elongated opening into the channel. A device supports the assembly from a support and a safety device loosely extends from a first channel to the second channel. Each flap is moved about the score line for insertion through the elongated opening such that when the flap is inserted beyond the free end of the flange, the flap is biased way from the panel to connect the panel to the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2004
    Assignee: Chicago Display Marketing
    Inventor: Robert P. Sparkowski
  • Patent number: 6799515
    Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a process for forming a translucent first image onto a transparent media 34 and forming a translucent mirror image of the first image onto a second transparent media 36 whereupon the first image and the second mirror image are placed face to face or back to back and positioned between opposing layers 42, 44 of transparent material where application of ambient light will produce a luminous effect on the dual image. Enhancement of a part or entire images is further achieved by centrally placing a thin layer of tissue paper 46, cut into the desired shape and sized between the two layers 34, 36 of transparent media holding the images. The tissue paper 46 serves to diffuse light imparting a luminous quality to the coplanar images, in either frontal 16 or backlighting 18 conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2004
    Inventors: Jerry K Lynn, Willa M Lynn
  • Patent number: 6796064
    Abstract: An elongated tubular support (10) is mounted in a stationary position (FIGS. 6 and 7) for rotation about a horizontal (FIGS. 1 and 2) or vertical (FIG. 5) axis. A spring biased detent (66, 70, 72) is positioned between the support member (10) and a stationary mounting member (68). The detent (66, 70, 72) permits the display panel (DP) to be swung in position about a first position (FIG. 1) and a second position in which it is positioned about 180 degrees from the first position (FIG. 2).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Inventors: Scott S. Gibson, Spec Fulmer
  • Publication number: 20040177538
    Abstract: A lightweight, portable, reliable and functionally self-contained device for illuminating a sign is disclosed. The portable illuminated sign has particular application by realtors when selling real estate property, which has been listed. A method of onsite advertising and promotion of property available for sale comprising the steps of: providing an illuminated sign having a opaque or translucent face, a solar cell to generate power, a battery to store power, a lamp bulb, and a photo cell to turn power on to the lamp bulb in low ambient light; positioning the sign in a prominent location so that it can be viewed by passers by; and, removing the sign subsequent to sale of the property.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2003
    Publication date: September 16, 2004
    Inventors: Brent K. De Ruyter, Jerry D. Lowe
  • Publication number: 20040148831
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a sign comprising two or more housings which are interlockingly connected together around a pole. Each housing has a selectively adjustable collar arrangement which can be adjusted to size to fit around the pole.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2003
    Publication date: August 5, 2004
    Inventor: Scott Basyl Johnston
  • Patent number: 6718672
    Abstract: A display assembly for mounting advertisement panels on a road barrier having a base, a vertical partition having front and rear surfaces, and transverse cavities extending between the surfaces. The display assembly has a panel sleeve and a pair of mounting brackets for securing the sleeve against the barrier. Each mounting bracket has an insert for extending partially into the transverse cavities. One mounting bracket is mounted against the vertical partition front surface and the other bracket is mounted against the vertical partition rear surface. The inserts of the mounting brackets are simultaneously brought into close proximity within the cavities and are mated together to hold the brackets and the panel sleeve securely against the vertical partition. The panel sleeve is secured to the mounting bracket and has a horizontal top lip oriented downward and a horizontal bottom lip oriented upward. The advertising panels may be easily inserted therebetween for display and removed when desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2004
    Inventor: Lawrence D. Wieringa