Patents Assigned to Skyline Displays, Inc.
  • Publication number: 20100058634
    Abstract: A banner stand including a banner presenting graphics thereon, a base and a post operably coupled to the base and extending upwardly therefrom, and a support member operably coupleable with the post to support the banner in an upright display mode and to convert the banner to a curved configuration, wherein when the banner is the upright curved display mode, the banner includes a banner axis along a length thereof, the banner axis in a first position at an angle relative to an absolute vertical, wherein the angle is greater than zero degrees. The banner stand can further include an adjuster presented with the base and configured to enable adjustment of the post, such that the banner axis is effected to a second position, wherein the angle is substantially equal to zero degrees with respect to absolute vertical.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2008
    Publication date: March 11, 2010
    Applicant: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: John T. Elliott, Mark A. Fritsche
  • Publication number: 20090056184
    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.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2008
    Publication date: March 5, 2009
    Applicant: SKYLINE DISPLAYS, INC.
    Inventors: Mark A. Fritsche, Dan D. Berg, Jason W. Johnson, John T. Elliott
  • Publication number: 20090031664
    Abstract: An exhibit or display for tradeshows or the like having a plurality of support members and an axial connection assembly. The support members include opposing ends and a body portion, and further include an exterior channel and a central bore, the channel defining a flange portion and the bore being in communication with a retention feature. The axial connection assembly is configured to releasably couple an end of a first support member to an end of a second support member such that the two support members are axially aligned. The axial connection assembly includes a collar releasably coupled in the bore of each member, with each collar including at least one locator portion to interact with the retention feature, and a pin having a mid portion and two ends, the mid portion configured to be rotatably selectively restrained within the collar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2008
    Publication date: February 5, 2009
    Applicant: SKYLINE DISPLAYS, INC.
    Inventors: Dixon Gimpel, Joe Skull, Curtis H. Lindblom
  • Publication number: 20090007473
    Abstract: An exhibit or display for tradeshows or the like having a plurality of support members and a banner that can include an elongate attachment member or banner strip presented or disposed thereon that can be used to selectively operably couple and decouple the banner with a channel in one of the plurality of support members or in a channel member portion included in a channel portion in one of the plurality of support members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2008
    Publication date: January 8, 2009
    Applicant: SKYLINE DISPLAYS, INC.
    Inventors: Dixon Gimpel, Joe Skull, Curtis H. Lindblom
  • Publication number: 20080105797
    Abstract: A banner stand having a banner having generally opposed major surfaces, the banner having graphics presented with at least one of the major surfaces. The banner stand further includes a base and a post extending upwardly from the base, the post operably supporting the banner when the banner is in an upright mode. The banner stand also including a curved form having a curved surface for operably supporting the banner in a curved shape, and a retaining portion presented with the curved surface, the retaining portion having an operable surface engageable with at least one of the major surfaces to retain the banner in the curved shape. The operable surface provides a coefficient of friction between the banner and the operable surface that is greater than a coefficient of friction between the banner and the curved surface without the retaining portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2007
    Publication date: May 8, 2008
    Applicant: SKYLINE DISPLAYS, INC.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, John Elliott
  • Patent number: 7337567
    Abstract: A retractable banner stand has a banner, a support base, a mast, a retracting mechanism, and a means for imparting a curvature in the horizontal plane on the banner. Typically a cross member will be provided for supporting the banner in an extended upright position and typically the base will be a housing that included the retracting mechanism. The means for imparting a curvature may comprise a pair of elongate forms each with a banner engaging area that has a curved surface. The elongate forms can be resiliently flexible to repeatably provide and release the curved surface upon set-up and take-down. Various means for holding the resiliently flexible form in place include hinged spacers, slidable spacers, hinged form, or slidable form connected to the base. Alternatively, the curved surface may be rigid and insertable into engagement with the banner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2008
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Fritsche, Dan D. Berg, Jason W. Johnson, John T. Elliott
  • Patent number: 7143553
    Abstract: The modular multi-configurable display has a series of box frames and provides variable positioning for appurtenances. The display can include a plurality of vertical columns, and generally horizontal trusses. The columns are capable of receiving the trusses at each end of the columns. Each box frame can be stackable with another box frame such that the vertical span of the display is adjustable. Appurtenance can be attached at various positioning locations to the display such that a myriad of modular configuration combinations are available to an exhibitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Patent number: 7040064
    Abstract: The modular multi-configurable display has a series of box frames and provides variable positioning for appurtenances. The display can include a plurality of vertical columns, and generally horizontal trusses. The columns are capable of receiving the trusses at each end of the columns. Each box frame can be stackable with another box frame such that the vertical span of the display is adjustable. Appurtenance can be attached at various positioning locations to the display such that a myriad of modular configuration combinations are available to an exhibitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Patent number: 7024834
    Abstract: A display framework connection system comprising a plurality of frame members, preferably tubular, a plurality of end flanges, and a hub system. The hub system can comprise a hub plate assembly and/or a hub casting assembly. In addition, at least one clamp assembly, preferably cylindrical, can be included for circumferential attachment to the outer surface of the frame members to provide for selective removable fastening of various attachments and accessories at positions along the length of the frame members. The hub plate assembly and the hug casting assembly can be connected individually to the frame members, or in combination, to enable selective angular configuration of the frame members to construct a frame construction, such as those commonly utilized in display frame systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Dixon S. Gimpel, Curtis H. Lindblom
  • Patent number: 6951283
    Abstract: The storage and transport system for collapsible tradeshow displays preferably comprises a crate and framework in combination with components of a collapsible display system. By providing a crate and framework for more vertical storing and accessing the components and for organizing the components as they are placed in the crate, users may more efficiently set up and tear down the display system where there is limited floor space. The crate is durable and the framework securely holds components in place for safe and secure transportation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2005
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventor: Troy S. Savoie
  • Patent number: D516417
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Dixon S. Gimpel, Curtis H. Lindblom
  • Patent number: D524063
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Dan Berg, Jason Johnson, Mark Fritsche
  • Patent number: D529318
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Dan Berg, Jason Johnson, Mark Fritsche
  • Patent number: D533738
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Dan Berg, Jason Johnson, Mark Fritsche
  • Patent number: D534064
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2006
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Dixon S. Gimpel, Curtis H. Lindblom
  • Patent number: D536552
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2007
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce Dickerson, Joseph Simek
  • Patent number: D608830
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2010
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Taylor, Scott Parizek, Mark A. Fritsche
  • Patent number: D608831
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2010
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Taylor, Scott Parizek, Mark A. Fritsche
  • Patent number: D611102
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2010
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Taylor, Scott Parizek, Mark A. Fritsche
  • Patent number: D613798
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2010
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Ian Taylor, Scott Parizek, Mark A. Fritsche