Abstract: According to one embodiment, a RMU comprises a header. The header comprises a sidewall, and at least one coupling surface protruding from the sidewall. The header further comprises a top surface coupled to the sidewall via a through-surface coupling mechanism coupled at least partially through the at least one coupling surface. The header also comprises a bottom surface to the sidewall via a through-surface coupling mechanism coupled at least partially through the at least one coupling surface. The top surface and the bottom surface are coupled to the sidewall such that the top surface and bottom surface can each be individually uncoupled from the sidewall without requiring the other of the top surface and bottom surface to be uncoupled from the sidewall. As used herein, a through-surface coupling mechanism refers to any mechanism that inserts at least partially through a surface for coupling the surface to another part.

Abstract: A three dimensional modular retail display system and method for constructing the system where the three dimensional modular retail display comprises a base assembly, vertical members, horizontal members, various connector pieces, and display elements. The vertical members contain display connection elements that allow a retailer to connect industry-standard display elements to the vertical members without the use of additional hardware. The modular system allows a retailer to create free-standing displays containing various structural shapes and various display elements while maintaining a uniform look to the overall display. Such a free standing display may be place on the main counter of a Retail Merchandising Unit (RMU).