Patents by Inventor Mark Fritsche

Mark Fritsche has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20050034409
    Abstract: The elongated box frame structure of the present invention comprises a plurality of frame segments attached to at least one end piece. Preferably, two end pieces are attached, one at each end of the plurality of frame segments. The plurality of frame segments are attached to the end piece such that a column-like structure is formed. The inner space defined within the frame segments can be substantially free of webbing. Structural strength and stability is generally achieved by the bridging support of the attached end pieces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2004
    Publication date: February 17, 2005
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Derg, Jason Johnson
  • Publication number: 20040163778
    Abstract: A modular multi-configurable display system includes multiple interchangeable components. The system includes a plurality of vertical columns, a plurality of horizontal trusses members, which may be arcuate or linear, and optionally a plurality of extension modules. The columns are capable of removably receiving the horizontal arcuate and linear members or extension modules at each end of the columns. Each column may be formed of one or typically two elongated box frames that are removably stackable and connectable with respect to each other or with extension modules. Each box frame has elongate frame members secured and braced with webbing only at the ends. The elongate frame members are free from webbing or bracing between the end webbings. Appurtenant components, such as shelves or tables, may be attached at any desired location along the bracing-free length of the columns.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2003
    Publication date: August 26, 2004
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson, Gordon Savoie
  • Publication number: 20040107666
    Abstract: A column assembly for a display frame structure. The structure includes an open paralellpiped box frame structure having a plurality of frame segments coupled with a pair of end webbing members. An extension module, in the form of a hollow geometrically shaped sheet metal enclosure, may be coupled at one end of the box frame structure to form the column assembly. The paralellpiped box frame structure and extension module are capable of removably connecting with the other similar elongated box frame structures and extension modules to achieve a multiplicity of various display frame configurations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2003
    Publication date: June 10, 2004
    Applicant: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Patent number: 6712229
    Abstract: The frame attachment system is a unitary-bodied frame attachment member being selectively and removably attachable to a vertical column member for attaching shelving brackets, and attachments of the like. The frame attachment system essentially includes three portions: a bracing portion, a grasping portion, and a slot portion. The grasping portion is substantially u-shaped for attachment around the vertical column member with the bracing portion being in perpendicular opposition to the grasping portion. The slot portion is proximate the bracing portion and includes a plurality of slots capable of receiving shelving brackets such that the insertion of a shelving bracket results in the bracket flushly resting against the vertical column member and thus limiting movement of the frame attachment member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2004
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Patent number: 6659159
    Abstract: A screen mounting apparatus for mounting a graphic display screen for use with display stands or booths, such as those used in trade shows and other exhibitions. The apparatus is designed to receive, generally by adhesive affixation, a display graphics screen such that generally the entire length of one of the screen edges is affixed to the apparatus, with the length of the screen edge and the apparatus generally equaling that of the corresponding display frame segment. Additionally, the screen mounting apparatus includes an elastic portion which permits a limited degree of resilient movement when force is placed upon the screen at assembly and disassembly. The tension force required to mount the apparatus and the affixed screen to a display frame is thus distributed along the entire surface of the apparatus and screen, and not at isolated fastening points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2003
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Publication number: 20030205546
    Abstract: The frame attachment system of the present invention is a unitary-bodied frame attachment member being selectively and removably attachable to a display frame member for attaching shelving brackets, and attachments of the like. The present invention essentially includes three portions: a bracing portion, a grasping portion, and a slot portion. The grasping portion is substantially u-shaped for attachment around a display frame member with the bracing portion being in perpendicular opposition to the grasping portion. The slot portion is proximate the bracing portion and includes a plurality of slots capable of receiving shelving brackets such that the insertion of a shelving bracket results in the bracket flushly resting against the frame member and thus limiting movement of the frame attachment member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Publication date: November 6, 2003
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Patent number: 6615562
    Abstract: The elongated box frame structure of the present invention comprises a plurality of frame segments attached to at least one end piece. Preferably, two end pieces are attached, one at each end of the plurality of frame segments. The plurality of frame segments are attached to the end piece such that a column-like structure is formed. The inner space defined within the frame segments is substantially free of webbing. Instead, structural strength and stability is achieved by the attached end pieces. The end pieces of one elongated box frame structure are capable of removably connecting with the end piece of other similar elongated box frame structures to achieve varying framing heights and other dynamic configurations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2003
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Patent number: 6591571
    Abstract: A hub assembly for pivotally connecting the ends of support rods of a portable self-supporting display structure configured for a collapsed storage position and an expanded display position. The hub assembly may include first and second members and a connector. The first and second members are mated to provide bearing surfaces and to accommodate pivot pins affixed to the support rods. The connector secures the mated first and second members together by being extended through bores in the mated first and second members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2003
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark A. Fritsche, Troy S. Savoie
  • Publication number: 20030047294
    Abstract: The present invention defines a screen mounting apparatus for mounting a graphic display screen for use with display stands or booths, such as those used in trade shows and other exhibitions. The apparatus of the present invention is designed to receive, generally by adhesive affixation, a display graphics screen such that generally the entire length of one of the screen edges is affixed to the apparatus, with the length of the screen edge and the apparatus generally equaling that of the corresponding display frame segment. Additionally, the screen mounting apparatus includes an elastic portion which permits a limited degree of spring-like movement when force is placed upon the screen at assembly and disassembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Publication date: March 13, 2003
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Publication number: 20030046893
    Abstract: The elongated box frame structure of the present invention comprises a plurality of frame segments attached to at least one end piece. Preferably, two end pieces are attached, one at each end of the plurality of frame segments. The plurality of frame segments are attached to the end piece such that a column-like structure is formed. The inner space defined within the frame segments is substantially free of webbing. Instead, structural strength and stability is achieved by the attached end pieces. The end pieces of one elongated box frame structure are capable of removably connecting with the end piece of other similar elongated box frame structures to achieve varying framing heights and other dynamic configurations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Publication date: March 13, 2003
    Applicant: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson
  • Publication number: 20030047292
    Abstract: The modular multi-configurable display has a series of frames of graphical screens and provides variable positioning for appurtenances. In a preferred embodiment, the screen frames are sequentially positioned in a serpentine arrangement. The display includes a plurality of vertical columns, and horizontal members, including at least one arcuate member, and at least one linear member. The columns are capable of fixedly removably receiving the horizontal arcuate and linear members at each end of the columns. Each frame assembly is removably stackable with another frame assembly such that the vertical span of the display is adjustable. Each member component can be attached at various positioning locations to a frame assembly such that a myriad of modular configuration combinations are available to an exhibitor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2001
    Publication date: March 13, 2003
    Applicant: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson, Gordon Savoie
  • Publication number: 20020059770
    Abstract: A hub assembly for pivotally connecting the ends of support rods of a portable self-supporting display structure configured for a collapsed storage position and an expanded display position. The hub assembly may include first and second members and a connector. The first and second members are mated to provide bearing surfaces and to accommodate pivot pins affixed to the support rods. The connector secures the mated first and second members together by being extended through bores in the mated first and second members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2001
    Publication date: May 23, 2002
    Inventors: Mark A. Fritsche, Troy S. Savoie
  • Patent number: D496196
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2004
    Assignee: Skyline Displays, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Fritsche, Dan Berg, Jason Johnson