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.

Abstract: A device for displaying information, such as an advertisement, on a lorry comprises a web of a material in sheet or canvas form, a reel which can be attached to the lorry, onto which the web can be wound up and from which the web can be unwound, and attachment means for attaching the unwound web to the lorry, which web, in the unwound state, defines an image surface with a height direction and a width direction, on which image surface the information can be placed. The height direction of the image surface is parallel to the reel.

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.

Abstract: A segmented wagon wheel design, formed of a series of segments incorporating a part of a felloe, one or more, but preferably, a pair of spokes, and a segment of a hub, molded as an integral structure, which when formed through the interconnection of a series of the segments together, into the shape of a wagon wheel, forms a segmented wagon wheel that appears to be seamless of design, and yet highly structured for implanting or resting upon the front lawn or business, for displaying other indicia such as the homeowner's name, an address, and other seasonal displays, as desired.

Abstract: A warning sign that is attached to a spring-loaded roller contained in a housing, which is then secured to the truck or trailer. When the sign must be displayed, the driver simply pulls the sign from the housing and extends it across the vehicle's bumper. When it is fully extended, the free end is secured to mounting fasteners located on the vehicle. In this way, the sign is ready for use, clean and in good condition. After the load has been hauled and the sign is no longer needed, it can be released and rolled back inside the housing, ready for the next use. The housing can be installed on trucks, pilot vehicles, heavy equipment, and trailers and can be deployed whenever needed simply be pulling the sign out and securing it to the vehicle.

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 public transport vehicle vending trolley display device (10) comprises a tray (11) having a base (12) and opposed pairs of upstanding side and end walls (13, 14, 15 and 16). The tray (11) fits within an internal compartment (44) of the trolley for storage and rests on an upper surface 41 thereof in use. The display device (10) further comprises a first generally rectangular elongate link plate (21) hinged by one long edge to one tray side wall (13), and an advertising panel (25) is hinged to the opposed long edge of the link plate. When stored in the compartment 44 the advertising panel (25) overlies the tray base (12). When removed from the compartment (44), the tray is placed on the upper surface (41), and the link plate 21 and advertising panel (25) are hinged down to lie alongside a side face of the trolley (40), so exposing the advertising panel (25) to passengers seated on the pubic transport vehicle.

Abstract: A display system on mobile system includes a mobile, platform, a hanging rail, a plurality of display boards, a hanging roller device, and a spacer. The hanging rail is provided across the display space. The hanging roller device, for each of the display board, has two rollers connected with a connecting bar, a board holder fixed to the connecting bar at a first end and fixed to the top edge of the display board, and a neck portion provided at the board holder. The display system may further include a chain for connecting and tugging the display boards; a motor for tugging the chain along with the connected display boards; and a motor controller for controlling the motor.

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: 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: The present invention is a structure having a new and improved wrap for structures formed from a flexible film that increases the awareness and impact of the wrap. The wrap comprises a background and one or more design elements. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the design element is a three-dimensional design element that extends in a direction outwardly away from the surface of the structure.

Abstract: A vehicle is provided with a clamping profile which is secured along a wall of the vehicle for clamping advertising material to the vehicle, wherein the clamping profile is provided with a flexible lip which connects under pre-tension to the wall of the vehicle. Advertising material in the form of a sheet can be secured and/or replaced quickly and easily on such a vehicle. The flexible lip of the clamping profile counteracts the unsightly accumulation of dirt, prevents the securing of the profile on the surface from being affected and the profile cannot be caught in the wind.

Abstract: A transportable police vehicle decoy having a life-like, life-size visual image of a police vehicle mounted onto a trailer for transportability, the wheels of the trailing appearing to be the wheels of the police vehicle shown in the image. Operational emergency lights are positioned in the proper location on the visual image and can be activated by speed detection devices when a speeding vehicle approaches.

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 motorcycle engine cover system includes a backing plate, a cover, and a fastener. The backing plate has at least one aperture for fastening the backing plate to a motorcycle engine and a protrusion including an aperture to accept the fastener. The cover has a mating aperture that is shaped to mate with the protrusion and a fastening aperture extending from a side surface into the mating aperture. The fastener extends through the fastening aperture of the cover and into the at least one aperture of the backing plate for attaching the cover to the backing plate.

Abstract: A warning flag assembly is disclosed for attachment to an overhanging load on a roadway vehicle. The flag assembly is generally cylindrical and has one margin secured to a holder that may be releasably attached to the overhanging load using conventional hardware whereby the flag assembly can be used with a variety of loads, re-used and conveniently stored when not in use.

Abstract: This system comprises a small advertising assembly that can be easily mounted onto the bed of a Low-Speed Electric Vehicle. The assembly includes an advertising display and a frame. The system allows for the advertising display to be attached in multiple positions such as: upright for viewing and stowed flat for transport. The advertising display has an internal light source and removable translucent advertising panels. This Low Speed Electric Vehicle Mobile Advertising System provides an advertising system that is mobile for both on- and off-road conditions, generates little or no noise or air pollution, and operates at pedestrian-friendly speeds to promote maximum exposure of the message being advertised.

Abstract: A system for the framing and tensioning of flexible graphic and advertising displays on vehicles such as trucks, trailers and buildings including a low profile framing system comprised of a custom engineered single rail, designed for ease of installation, minimal impact on the surface of the vehicle, and optimal display of the graphics and advertisements. The top and front rails are attached to the vehicle while the rear and bottom rails are independent of the vehicle to effectuate tensioning and replacement of graphics and advertisements. Tensioning is accomplished through the use of a custom tensioning assembly consisting of a latch, an anchor plate, and a latch hook. The custom tensioning assembly is easily adjusted and firmly secured by the locking mechanism. Corner pieces placed over the four corners of the framing system prevent the introduction of air under the flexible display, thereby ensuring the integrity of the design.

Abstract: The system and method of the present invention includes an upper frame mounted on a support structure, such as a truck, building, or billboard, three adjustable frame assemblies mounted on the support structure below the upper frame, and sheet material having an upper sheet tab inserted into the upper frame and lower, right, and left sheet tabs inserted into the adjustable frame assemblies. The frame assemblies can be adjusted to vary the tension in the sheet material between the upper frame and the adjustable frame assemblies. The method includes the steps of inserting the upper sheet tab into the upper frame, inserting the right, left, and lower sheet tabs into the adjustable frame assemblies, and adjusting the adjustable frame assemblies so that the sheet material is pulled taut between the upper frame and the adjustable frame assemblies.

Abstract: A flexible frame for an advertising panel is described. The flexible frame has a mutually engageable fastening means, especially, but not exclusively for attachment to a vehicle. The flexible frame could alternatively be attached to a fixed structure.

Abstract: A fabric sign having a pair of parallel support elements (1, 2) and a fabric (3) with two parallel edge portions (4, 5) for assembly on one each of the support elements, at least one of the support elements comprising a frame profile (7) with a counter support (12) having an inner wall section (17) forming a continuation of said attachment part (14), an outer, flange-like wall section (19) with a free supporting end (20) to form a pivot (A), and an end wall section (18) connecting the inner and outer wall sections with each other, said wall sections defining between them a clamping pocket (25), and a clamping profile (8) for clamping the fabric to the frame profile, which clamping profile has a pressure part (28) for manual actuation, retaining devices (48, 49) for retaining the edge portion of the fabric, and an engagement part (27) arranged to cooperate with the inner and outer wall sections of the counter support when the pressure part is pressed against the attachment part while the clamping profile is tu

Abstract: An attachment and tensioning system for a planar structure, including a flexible structure, for use with a sign, awning, mural, painting canvas, or roll-up door. One variation includes a first fixed portion for attaching one edge of the structure, such as via an opening for receiving a beaded or otherwise lockable structure edge, a moveable portion attachable to a second structure edge, and a tensioning device coupleable to the moveable portion and a second fixed portion. In one variation, the tensioning device attaches to and tensions the planar structure via levering. In another variation, the planar structure includes pairs of opposite edges, the first fixed portion and the moveable portion being located on an opposing pair of edges, and a second fixed portion and second moveable portion being located on another opposing pair of edges. Another variation includes two fixed attachment sections, and the planar structure has a stretchable section.

Abstract: A system for mounting a flexible sheeting material to a substrate is comprised of a number of frame sections including an elongate support member secured to the substrate and an elongate connector member secured to an end portion of the flexible sheeting material, with the support member and the connector member including interlocking anchor elements capable of forming a releasable interconnection therebetweeen. The support member and the connector member each include a tool engaging portion defining oppositely facing bearing surfaces. A tool is provided which includes a first engaging surface positioned in abutment against one of the bearing surfaces, and a second engaging surface positioned in abutment against the opposite bearing surface. Displacement of the engaging surfaces along the bearing surfaces tensions the flexible sheeting material to a taut state, with the interlocking anchor ribs forming a releasable interconnection to maintain the flexible sheeting material in the taut state.

Abstract: A sign assembly for mounting on a motor vehicle includes a first and second panel mounted to left and right rear doors, respectively, of a cargo storage compartment in a motor vehicle. The panels have substantially parallel inner edges positioned adjacent when the left and right rear doors are closed, an interface of the inner edges substantially aligned with an interface of the rear doors when closed. A plurality of spacers are positioned between the panels and the rear doors, and the spacers are sized to position the panels substantially parallel with the rear doors and sufficiently spaced therefrom to provide clearance for a vertical locking bar assembly integral with at least one of the doors.

Abstract: A portable mobile education center that includes a system of electronic teaching aids that can be transported by a utility vehicle such as a HumVee is disclosed. In particular, the disclosed mobile education center is comprised of at least one electronic whiteboard networked with other electronic devices, such as personal computers and video players to provide enhanced multimedia capabilities for field training sessions. The electronic whiteboard has a display side that is attachable to a presentation side of the vehicle.

Abstract: A metal wire rod shopping cart wherein a reinforced display frame is integrated in a wall of at least one of a front wall, opposed side walls or the backrest wall of a baby seat compartment. A metal panel sheet is secured substantially centrally in a U-shaped metal channel to divide the channel into opposed slots whereby to receive a promotional sheet having display material thereon. The reinforced display frame is welded to metal wire rods in the wall and lies in the plane of the wall to provide for non-obstruction when nesting said shopping cart with other like shopping carts and to reinforce the wall.

Abstract: A mounting system is disclosed for the mounting of a sheet on a roll-up door. The sheet is contemplated to have top and bottom opposed edges with continuous beads therealong for association with the mounting system. An elongate frame member is fixed to an upper one of the elongate panels in the elongate direction thereof. The frame member includes a mortise to receive the continuous bead along the top edge of the sheet. An elongate spring cover is mounted to one of the lower elongate panels of the roll-up door and has an access opening facing toward the elongate frame member. Springs are affixed within the elongate spring cover and attached to an elongate attachment which also includes a mortise to receive the continuous bead of the bottom edge of the sheet. The assembly of the springs, elongate attachment and sheet extend through the access opening.

Abstract: A display panel, for example an advertising panel, for use on an external surface of a vehicle is described. The display panel comprises a substantially non-permeable flexible sheet and is removably fastened to the vehicle around the around the majority of the perimeter of the flexible sheet. An adapted vehicle, a vehicle and panel assembly, and a method of application are also described. In one embodiment, the fastening material is provided with strategically placed gaps to act as fluid outlets.

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.

Abstract: A system for publicly displaying messages includes elements carried by an automotive vehicle. In some embodiments the vehicle carries a publicly visible electronic display; a sensor for sensing the brightness of light in the vicinity of the display; and illumination varying circuitry for varying the brightness of light generated by the display in response to brightness detected by the sensor. In some embodiments the vehicles carries a publicly visible display formed by ganging together a plurality of displays, each having at least 640×480 pixels; and video drive circuitry for causing images to be shown on the ganged display with different portions of individual images being shown on each of the individual displays. In some embodiments the vehicle has an automotive electrical system and carries a publicly visible high-bright display, capable of providing over 1000 NITS illumination and having 640 by 480 or greater pixel resolution; and video drive circuitry causing images to be shown on the display.

Abstract: An advertising panel which can be used to selectively attach advertisements to the sides of road vehicles in a readily demountable manner includes a sheet of plastic mesh material and fasteners, the sheet having an image applied to a first side of the sheet. The fasteners are reclosable interlocking fasteners adapted to engage with corresponding interlocking fasteners provided on the vehicle. The corresponding fasteners may be provided on a rigid wall or a vehicle curtain. The mesh allows air to pass through the panel so that the panel remains securely mounted without flapping in transit. The system requires minimal structural alterations to a vehicle to enable it to carry advertising panels, and allows advertising panels to be changed easily.

Abstract: The invention is directed to an electronic message unit that is mounted at the rear of a vehicle that will display messages directed to a driver behind the vehicle. The messages displayed on the message unit are controlled by the driver of the vehicle in front.

Abstract: The system and method of the present invention includes an upper frame mounted on a support structure, such as a truck, building, or billboard, three adjustable frame assemblies mounted on the support structure below the upper frame, and sheet material having an upper sheet tab inserted into the upper frame and lower, right, and left sheet tabs inserted into the adjustable frame assemblies. The frame assemblies can be adjusted to vary the tension in the sheet material between the upper frame and the adjustable frame assemblies. The method includes the steps of inserting the upper sheet tab into the upper frame, inserting the right, left, and lower sheet tabs into the adjustable frame assemblies, and adjusting the adjustable frame assemblies so that the sheet material is pulled taut between the upper frame and the adjustable frame assemblies.

Abstract: A mobile sign is adapted from discarded cotton collection trailers. The cotton collection trailers include a front steering axle and trailing rear axle supporting a horizontal rectangular frame. The rectangular cotton collection cage mounted to the trailer is removed and replaced with an upright vertical rectangular frame which supports sign material. The modifications to unused and discarded cotton collection trailers provides a useful purpose for the trailers and prevents the waste of selling the trailers for scrap. The trailers are easily pulled to desired locations utilizing the existing tow bar and can be secured by deploying outriggers or extendable feet, removing the tires from the trailer, and securing the trailer to a ground anchor. The mobile sign will support numerous types of sign material, including border grommeted canvas and board material.

Abstract: Mobile multi-display billboard vehicles are provided. A representative vehicle includes a cab and a bed portion, and at least one multi-display sign box. Methods and other systems are also provided.

Abstract: The system and method of the present invention includes an upper frame mounted on a support structure, such as a truck, building, or billboard, three adjustable frame assemblies mounted on the support structure below the upper frame, and sheet material having an upper sheet tab inserted into the upper frame and lower, right, and left sheet tabs inserted into the adjustable frame assemblies. The frame assemblies can be adjusted to vary the tension in the sheet material between the upper frame and the adjustable frame assemblies. The method includes the steps of inserting the upper sheet tab into the upper frame, inserting the right, left, and lower sheet tabs into the adjustable frame assemblies, and adjusting the adjustable frame assemblies so that the sheet material is pulled taut between the upper frame and the adjustable frame assemblies.

Abstract: A mounting for a sheet that has a bead about its periphery includes frame members forming a rectangle with each frame member including mutually parallel multiple engagement surfaces defined on ribs. An elongate retainer includes an elongate flange with an interlocking surface which can selectively interlock with any one of the engagement surfaces on the frame. The frame also has a frame rail having a rail surface that faces away from a retainer rail surface on a rail of the retainer. A tool including pinch rollers squeeze the rail surfaces toward one another to place the sheet material held by the retainer in tension while the interlocking surface is engaged with the appropriate engagement surface.

Abstract: A device for displaying printed material is configured to be releasably attached to a component of a vehicle to facilitate easy retrieval and/or viewing of the printed material. The device includes a flexible base sheet, a flexible pocket secured to the base sheet or a flexible panel secured to the base sheet to define a pocket, and a releasable fastener connect to the flexible base sheet to allow releasable attachment of the device to a component of a vehicle. The releasable fastener is configured to connect opposite edges of the device together so that the device can be wrapped around a vehicle component and secured thereto by connection of opposite edges of the device.

Abstract: A display panel (10) is mounted on an underlying surface (TSW) using three extrusions (20.1, 36.1, and 20.3). The extrusions (20.1, 36.1) are secured to the underlying surface in parallel but spaced positions. The panel (10) has stiffening elements (18) in pockets (16) along its edges. The elements and pockets are inserted into a recess (26) of the upper extrusion (20.1) and into a recess (26) of the lower extrusion (20.3). With the extrusion (20.3) lying along the line (L) its end (34) is inserted in the recess (44) of the extrusion (36.1). The extrusion (20.3) is then swung in an arc (arrow A) against the surface (TSW) to tension the panel (10). The extrusion (20.3) is then fixed to the surface (TSW).

Abstract: A hitch-mounted warning sign apparatus for a vehicle for alerting approaching motorists of road work being conducted in the area. The hitch-mounted warning sign apparatus for a vehicle includes a receiver hitch being adapted to be mounted to a vehicle and including a tubular member having an open end, a bore extending therein through the open end, and a hole being disposed through a side wall of the tubular member; and also includes a sign support assembly being fastenably mounted to the receiver hitch; and further includes a fastener being removably extended through the hole of the receiver hitch for fastening the sign support assembly to the receiver hitch; and also includes a light-emitting assembly being attached to the sign support assembly; and further includes a sign assembly being mounted to the sign support assembly.

Abstract: The invention is a personal identification panel for vehicles having at least one wheel with at least two spokes made of a rigid personal identification panel area with a thickness of {fraction (1/32)}th having a first side, a second side, a first attachment end for folding over the first spoke, a second attachment end for folding over the second spoke, a first adhesive strip and a second adhesive strip disposed on the first side and on the first attachment end, wherein the first adhesive strip is proximate to the second adhesive strip and the first adhesive strip secures to the second adhesive strip, and a third adhesive strip and a fourth adhesive strip disposed the first side and on the second attachment end, wherein the third adhesive strip is proximate to the fourth adhesive strip and the third adhesive strip secures to the fourth adhesive strip.

Abstract: A durable, secure small storage device that protects small vehicles from the elements and theft, as well as provides a platform upon which sponsors can advertise. Sponsors can include any entity that seeks to advertise or convey a specialized message such as corporations, universities, non-profit organizations, individuals, or governmental entities. The storage device includes a frame having a cross rod component and an upwardly extending rod component for laterally supporting a vehicle. A rigid shell is pivotally connected to the frame at the cross rod component and provides shelter and protection for the vehicle stored inside. The invention further includes an advertising means for displaying advertisements of sponsors. In another aspect, the invention comprises a method of providing site owners with such small vehicle storage devices at little or no cost using funds received from advertisers in return for advertising space in conjunction with the devices.

Abstract: An advertisement system allows display of at least one product advertisement. The system includes a base, an advertisement display unit, a motor, and a receiver. The receiver receives input signals from a control unit that is remotely located, and converts the input signals into control signals that control operation of the motor and advertisement display unit. A power source can be mounted on the base to supply power to the system.

Abstract: A mounting for a sheet to the side of a truck or the like includes attachment members forming a rectangle frame. Certain of the attachment members include frame members including mutually parallel multiple engagement surfaces defined on ribs. An elongate retainer, which cooperates with the frame members, is RF welded to the sides of the sheet. The retainer includes an elongate flange with an interlocking surface selectively interlocking with any one of the engagement surfaces on the frame. Both the frame member and the elongate retainer include rails. A tool including pinch rollers squeeze the rails toward one another to tension and mount the sheet. The sheet mounting for a roll-up door further includes rollers extending above the top of the door which are spring mounted. The sheet extends from the lower front of the roll-up door up over the rollers and is attached to the back side of an upper elongate panel of the roll-up door.

Abstract: A system for mounting a flexible sheeting material to a substrate is comprised of a number of frame sections including an elongate support member secured to the substrate and an elongate connector member secured to an end portion of the flexible sheeting material, with the support member and the connector member including interlocking anchor elements capable of forming a releasable interconnection therebetweeen. The support member and the connector member each include a tool engaging portion defining oppositely facing bearing surfaces. A tool is provided which includes a first engaging surface positioned in abutment against one of the bearing surfaces, and a second engaging surface positioned in abutment against the opposite bearing surface. Displacement of the engaging surfaces along the bearing surfaces tensions the flexible sheeting material to a taut state, with the interlocking anchor ribs forming a releasable interconnection to maintain the flexible sheeting material in the taut state.

Abstract: A mobile advertisement apparatus for vehicle is disclosed. The mobile advertisement apparatus for vehicle includes a container package for protecting inside of the container package; a plural of bridges for controlling height and parallel of the container package; a power generator for supplying the power; a rotator for rotating the mobile advertisement apparatus; a lift for performing raising and falling operations; an electronic display board for displaying images of advertisement by having a plurality of emitting objects on one side; an attachable tire; a supporter for bedding the container package to a ground. The present invention can increase an effectiveness of advertisement and economic efficiency by operating the mobile advertisement apparatus independently to the vehicle used as carrying the mobile advertisement apparatus.

Abstract: A fender having an inner side wall depending downwardly therefrom, wherein at least one advertising indicium is disposed on the inner side wall, the advertising indicium encompassing substantially the entire surface area of the inner side wall.

Abstract: The invention is a display device for a vehicle with wheels having a first spoke and a second spoke made of a rigid display area with a first side and a second side and a thickness of {fraction (1/32)}th inch, a first attachment end for folding over the first spoke, a second attachment end for folding over the second spoke, a first adhesive strip and a second adhesive strip disposed on the first side and on the first attachment end, and a third adhesive strip and a fourth adhesive strip disposed the first side and on the second attachment end, wherein the first adhesive strip is proximate to the second adhesive strip and secures to the second adhesive strip and the third adhesive strip is proximate to the fourth adhesive strip and secures to the fourth adhesive strip.

Abstract: A convertible message sign for indicating the docking status of a vehicle. The convertible message sign includes a mounting plate for mounting on the vehicle and having a front surface, a back surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. The front surface of the mounting plate has two sections. A plurality of placards are pivotally mounted on the mounting plate such that each of the placards pivots about a substantially common axis and is alternately positionable in front of one of the sections of the front surface. Each of the placards has a status indicia marked thereon. Each of the placards has a front side and a back side, and at least one of the front and back sides of each of the placards has one of the status indicia marked thereon. Each of the status indicia includes a single character.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounted, rearward cantilevered frame for holding planar display material such as signs. A sign frame, having a tongue extending from a margin thereof, is made to hold planar displays and present them so that pedestrian traffic, on both sides of the bearing vehicle, may readily view the display. The tongue is made for insertion into a trailer hitch receiver, serves as a securing mount, and is the principal directional and cantilever support for the frame. Guy lines are used to support, further secure and stabilize the sign-bearing frame during vehicle movement by running them from frame tie-points to vehicle hard-points.