Abstract: Electronic shelf label (ESL) carriers including an attachment member to be secured to a supporting surface such as a C-channel, a holder member with tabs for removably receiving and supporting the ESLs, and a cover member pivotally carried by the top or the bottom of the holder member to overly and protect the ESLs. The attachment member and the holder member include interengageable complementary adjustment elements to enable the ESLs to be displayed at a zero angle or a positive or negative angular orientation relative to the supporting surface. In one embodiment, the attachment member has a pair of forwardly extending legs each of which include a pair of spaced cavities, with the holder member including upper and lower elements with complementary protrusions which can be selectively engaged in the cavities to adjust the viewing angle.

Abstract: A magnetic card holder for mounting on a magnet attracting surface having a flexible and transparent and removable window positionable in a pocket over a card inserted in the pocket and locking the card in the pocket with means for subsequently unlocking the flexible transparent and removable window for removal of the card which locking means involves flexing of the card holder simultaneously with flexing of the flexible transparent and removable window.

Abstract: A point of purchase retail display system for a product includes a graphic-holding and pocket portion (10) and a gripping portion (11). The portion (10) includes a pocket (20) having a cover (29) and a wall (12) having flanges (16, 17) spaced therefrom. A graphic display (57) may be received between the cover (29) and the flanges (16, 17). The wall (12) has a plurality of openings (41) therein and opposed lugs (42, 44), forming channels therebetween, are formed adjacent to the openings (41). The gripping portion (11) includes two gripping areas (54) having teeth (55) to grip the product when the gripping areas (54) are folded on a hinge (51). The gripping areas (54) also carry flanges (52) which can be received in the channels between the lugs (42, 44) to connect the portions (10, 11) and to maintain the gripping areas (54) folded on the hinge (51) and engaging the product.

Abstract: A combination label holder and sign, where the label holder component is of extruded construction and the sign component is inexpensively formed of sheet plastic material, printed with text and/or graphics on both sides and removably attached to the label holder component. The label holder component includes a clip, for attachment to a peg hook or shelf front, integrally attached to a label holder by means of a thin, flexible hinge. The label holder has front and back panels, joined at the bottom to form a label-holding pocket. A sign-holding channel is formed on the back panel of the label holder by a pair of horizontally disposed, spaced apart channel-forming flanges. The sign-holding channel slidably receives a mounting tongue portion of the sign component. The main body of the sign component extends outwardly at right angles from the label holder and its graphics are visible from opposite sides to customers walking in either direction in a merchandise aisle.

Abstract: A document and card holder has a semi-rigid backing element. Flexible transparent sheets are mounted on the front and back sides of the backing element. Side and bottom edges of the transparent sheets are attached to the side and bottom edges of the backing element to form pouches for retaining documents and cards. Some of the pouches are formed by transparent sheets mounted over or directly on pouches which are mounted directly on the backing element. The pouches are made of different sizes to accommodate different size documents and cards. Bias cuts are formed in the tops of pouches to facilitate the installation and removal of documents and cards. Two backing elements having pouches installed thereon are hinged together so they can be folded over each other.

Abstract: A label holder for use in a moist environment including a body panel connected at its lower edge by a resilient hinge to a transparent cover member to form an openable pocket for labels therebetween. The body panel is secured to a supporting surface by adhesive or may include an attachment panel connected to the rear of the body panel by a resilient spacer so that the attachment panel can be flexed for engagement in a C-channel. A downwardly and forwardly extending lip is formed on the top edge of the body panel and the top edge of the cover member is secured thereunder in the closed position of the cover member. A downwardly and forwardly extending ledge member is formed on the top edge of the cover member and extends beyond the lip member to a freely extending edge to dissipate moisture forming on the lip member. The mating side edges of the body panel may be sealed with strips of a resilient material to limit moisture from entering the label-receiving pocket.

Abstract: A label holder including a transparent cover member overlying a label-receiving pocket with complementary male and female locking elements snappingly engageable with each other to selectively secure the pocket, and a release element to disengage the locking elements.

Abstract: A sheet having a first face panel and a second backing panel that form a generally flat pocket for receiving a card with information related to an object, and having a third panel for mounting to a shelf. First and second apertures are defined through the first and second panels in alignment, and a fastener extends through the first and second apertures. The fastener extends through an aperture in the object to secure and suspend the object from the display, and the fastener extends through an aperture in the card to secure the card in the pocket.

Abstract: A device for holding a badge and an identification card includes a first strip of material constructed of leather. The first strip of material is shaped to include first and second generally oval-shaped portions which are connected through a neck. The first portion is shaped to include a pair of openings through which the badge can be pinned. A second strip of material constructed of leather is sewn onto the first strip of material along three sides so as to define a generally rectangular-shaped pocket for receiving the identification card, the first strip of material being shaped to include a centered window to display the identification card when disposed within the pocket. The first strip of material can be folded about the neck to form a closed loop. A pair of complementary fasteners are mounted onto the first strip of material to retain the device in its closed loop configuration.

Abstract: An identification labeling system having a faceplate with a recess and a label cover that may be retained within the recess. The label cover may have compartments for retaining identification labels. The label cover has latching legs and the recess has a complementary retention ledge. A lift slot may be provided to facilitate removal of the label cover. The recess may contain holes to accommodate individual molded identification icons. The recess may include tapered corners to accommodate strip labels of different widths and lengths, such labels being positioned by the tapered corners of the recess and the label cover. The recess includes end configurations that prevent a label from passing through the surface of the faceplate. The label cover has a thickness so as to be flush with the faceplate. The label may be the same color as the faceplate.

Abstract: A game tag holder has a front panel and a rear panel connected by a living hinge. The two panels are preferably made of a transparent plastic (e.g., polypropylene) and have integral attachment hardware: protrusions and reinforced receptacles for closing the two panels and a barbed strip and aligned openings for securing the tag holder to the downed game.

Abstract: An article of manufacture for reading assistance and advertising. It is a free standing clear or tinted plastic device that has a magnifying lens built in and an area that will accept a removable or permanent advertisement. The bottom is flared out on each side enabling it to be free standing. From the flared out bottom the device rises vertically and this is the location of the magnifying and advertising areas. The predominant sizes of the device will range from 2 inches to 10 inches tall and from 2 inches to 6 inches wide, the magnifying portion is not removable and is placed or scribed in the plastic at the time of manufacture. There is a slot in the plastic which allows an advertising card to be slid in, or a permanent advertisement is placed in the plastic at the time of manufacture.

Abstract: A placard holder apparatus and method is provided. The apparatus includes a bracket mounted to a vehicle that is operative to transport a hazardous material. The bracket is operative to slidingly receive and engage with a placard holder. A placard clip may be mounted to the vehicle to prevent the placard holder from exiting the bracket. The placard holder includes a tray with a cavity of sufficient depth to hold a stack of adhesively mounted placards. For each shipment of a hazardous material in the vehicle, a placard with indicia representative of a hazard classification corresponding to the hazardous material may be adhesively mounted in the cavity of the tray. Once the cavity is filled with placards, the placard holder may be removed and replaced with an empty or less full placard holder. The full placard holder may be discarded or recycled to remove the adhesively mounted placards therein.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for beverage merchandising including an annular collar for the neck of a beverage decanter, such as a coffee carafe, which is able to display text information or pictures along its outside surface. The display of text information or pictures may be performed using a graphical insert, such as paper, inserted into a slot formed along the outside surface of the annular collar.

Abstract: A magnetic card holder for mounting on a magnet attracting surface having a flexible and transparent and removable window positionable in a pocket over a card inserted in the pocket and locking the card in the pocket with means for subsequently unlocking the flexible transparent and removable window for removal of the card which locking means involves flexing of the card holder simultaneously with flexing of the flexible transparent and removable window.

Abstract: A method and system of placarding wherein at least one sheet of corrugated cardboard is provided with printed matter on at least one side. The sheet is also provided with at least one score crossing the sheet. The sheet is foldable into an easily transportable unit. At a placarding site, the sheet is unfolded and inserted into a holder. The holder retains the sheet such that at least one part of an edge area of the sheet is enclosed by the holder.

Abstract: An identification labeling system comprising a faceplate with a recess and a label cover that may be retained within the recess. The label cover may have compartments for retaining identification labels. The label cover has latching legs and the recess has a complementary retention ledge. A lift slot may be provided to facilitate removal of the label cover. The recess may contain holes to accommodate individual molded identification icons. The recess may include tapered corners to accommodate strip labels of different widths and lengths, such labels being positioned by the tapered corners of the recess and the label cover. The recess includes end configurations that prevent a label from passing through the surface of the faceplate. The label cover has a thickness so as to be flush with the faceplate. The label may be the same color as the faceplate.

Abstract: A shelf liner comprising a base for engaging a surface of a shelf, a panel secured to the base with the panel having at least two display areas for displaying information, in one embodiment a plurality of lips located on the panel slibably secures a first information strip to the first display area and slidably secures a second information strip to the second display area and in a further embodiment, a set of sidewall dividers having an elongated portion member are secured to the opposite sides of the base for forming a compartment therebetween.

Abstract: A sign holder for attachment to a merchandise display shelf including a sign-receiving element and a mounting element in the form of an inverted, J-shaped, member with an elongated mounting panel and a short reverted portion at its upper end. The mounting panel may be engaged in the pocket of a label holder carried by said merchandise display shelf. Alternatively, the mounting panel may be engaged directly in a C-channel carried by a front lip on the merchandise display shelf or the front of a label holder having sign-receiving channels defined on the front face of its cover member. The reverted portion of the mounting element is connected to the sign-receiving element by a resilient connector such as a bead of flexible material to permit slight movement of the sign-receiving element in the event it is impacted when merchandise is placed on, or removed from, a lower shelf.

Abstract: The present invention provides a recipe card holding device for attachment to a food mixer. The device includes a first end and a second end. The first end attaches to the food mixer, and the second end holds a recipe card. In a first embodiment of the invention, the first end is attached to a food mixer by a mounting portion that is configured to contact a portion of the housing of the food mixer adjacent to the power take off. In other embodiments, the mounting portion is configured to attach to other portions of the housing. An orifice is provided in the mounting portion through which an accessory mounting screw of the food mixer is passed. The second end preferably includes three generally parallel fingers that extend away from an arm that connects the first end and the second end. A recipe card is then inserted between the fingers in an alternating manner.

Abstract: A label holder having a thin, flexible, film-like element preferably integrally formed at its upper edge to overly the apertured merchandise-supporting surface of a shelf. The film-like element is piercable by a push pin or the like to secure the upper portions of the label holder to the shelf and the lower portions of the label holder are secured to or about the lower edge of the front lip on the shelf or a rearwardly directed lower shelf flange.

Abstract: An illuminated display apparatus for use with a gaming device, where the display device includes a generally planar template with a plurality of sections having different sizes and shapes. The template is adapted to be illuminated by the gaming device. The sections define a plurality of apertures of differing shapes and sizes adapted to receive a plurality of removable and replaceable inserts. The plurality of inserts have corresponding differing shapes and sizes, wherein the inserts are adapted to removably engage the insert holders that have a similar shape and size.

Abstract: A note holder for holding a notepaper, card, etc. The note holder has a foldable capability and includes a body pivotally mounted in a base. The base has an inner space for receiving the body when the note holder is folded. A slot adapted to hold a piece of paper is defined in the body and several fins are formed in the slot on the body. The fins hold the paper that is inserted in the slot in position.

Abstract: A sheet material container, which, when observed, gives a uniform geometric appearance. The appearance of the container of the present invention is accomplished through the use of an oval-shaped base section and an oval brim spaced by a lateral wall. These cooperate to provide lateral, opposed, crescent-shaped pockets which hold an oval-shaped sheet material.

Abstract: A merchandising system for product and configured to present information on an information containing article comprises a base having a front end and configured to support the product, a first panel coupled to the front end of the base, and a first retainer configured to receive the information containing article.

Abstract: A poster clasp for suspending a poster includes a suspension assembly having at least one suspension device for operable, suspending cooperation with a surface; and a clasp assembly being formed integrally, unitarily with the suspension assembly, the clasp assembly having a support member and a hinged gripping member, the support member having a cam point formed integral with a backplate, and the hinged gripping member having a hingedly rotatable compression fin, the compression fin being rotatable between an open disposition and a closed disposition, the compression fin being formed integral with a hinge and being formed of a relatively soft material. A method of engaging a poster for the suspension thereof by means of a poster clasp is further included.

Abstract: A card holding structure in which each held card is visible, and from which a desired card is easily extracted when a plurality of cards are held, and a vehicle console box having the same are provided. The card holding structure capable of holding cards comprises a base plate, a holding member and a step-like member. The base plate is approximately parallel to the held cards, and in which the holding member and the step-like member are formed. The holding member comprises a leg portion connected to the base plate, and a head portion extending from the leg portion and having an inner surface parallel to the base plate. The step-like member has a stairs configuration increasing in height from the base plate toward the head portion. Each step of the stairs configuration comprises a riser portion approximately perpendicular to the base plate, and a flat portion on which a card can be placed. A height of each riser is larger than a thickness of a card to be held.

Abstract: A labeling system includes a label sheet with a liner and a face sheet secured thereto by a pressure-sensitive, fugitive adhesive. The face sheet is die-cut into a plurality of individual, preprinted labels. A method of manufacturing the label sheet includes the steps of pressure.mounting a face sheet on a liner with a pressure-sensitive, fugitive adhesive. A method of labeling merchandise displayed on shelves at a point-of-sale display includes the steps of mounting a label display strip on the shelf edge, preprinting information on the label sheets, separating the labels from the label sheets and inserting same in the label display strip.

Abstract: A transparent divider to be used at checkout conveyors for separating one customers order from the next customers order. The divider is an elongate bar which has an open bottom for ease of stacking or sliding along a checkout rail. A slot is formed in the side walls of the divider into which a sheet of printed advertisement can be folded and slid. The advertisement is visible, preferably on all side walls of the divider. The divider is available in a number of different shapes and can be made as a single piece or as an inner divider with a transparent cover.

Abstract: An identification labeling system comprising a faceplate with a recess and a label cover that may be retained within the recess. The label cover may have compartments for retaining identification labels. The label cover has latching legs and the recess has a complementary retention ledge. A lift slot may be provided to facilitate removal of the label cover. The recess may contain holes to accommodate individual molded identification icons. The recess may include tapered corners to accommodate strip labels of different widths and lengths, such labels being positioned by the tapered corners of the recess and the label cover. The recess includes end configurations that prevent a label from passing through the surface of the faceplate. The label cover has a thickness so as to be flush with the faceplate. The label may be the same color as the faceplate.

Abstract: A device for displaying and exchanging a plurality of documents of various shapes and sizes and for organizing the same. The device of the present invention comprises at least two layers of pliable sheet material. If multiple sheets are used, the sheets may be nested together. The sheets may then be inserted into a binder mechanism where the binder mechanism compressibly engages the layers to create a pressure region adjacent thereto. The frictional force between the sheet material and the inserted document retains a document inserted into the pressure region formed between two adjacent layers.

Abstract: An adapter clip for receiving an auxiliary rail having an upper slot and a lower slot, the adapter clip being shaped to be received in a shelf edge having an upper and lower groove. The adapter clip includes an upper flange and a lower flange, the upper and lower flanges being shaped to be received in the upper and lower groove, respectively, to thereby couple the adapter clip to the shelf edge. The adapter clip further includes an upper tang and a lower tang, the upper and lower tangs being shaped to be received in the upper and lower slot, respectively, to thereby couple the adapter clip to the auxiliary rail.

Abstract: A key includes a stem connected to a head and an identification system positioned within the head. The head has two opposing surfaces and an aperture that forms a visible area. The aperture extends along the opposing surfaces and interior walls of the aperture connect the opposing surfaces. The identification system is configured to be positioned within the aperture and includes a cover and an identification card that carries a key identification. When inserted, the cover extends across the visible area within the aperture so that the key identification is visible.

Abstract: A sign holder apparatus includes a sign sheet receiving channel having opposing channel side walls extending forwardly from and interconnected by a sheet abutment panel having a forward sheet abutment surface, the channel side walls having substantially parallel edge receiving grooves angled and opening toward each other and toward the sheet abutment surface; a flexible and resilient sign sheet sized to slide into the sign sheet receiving channel from an end of the sign sheet receiving channel with opposing sign sheet edges simultaneously sliding into the edge receiving grooves, the angles of the edge receiving grooves relative to the sheet abutment surface bowing the sign sheet against the sheet abutment surface such that friction between the sheet edges and the edge receiving grooves and between the sign sheet and the sheet abutment surface firmly retains the sign sheet against unwanted sliding out of the receiving channel.

Abstract: A merchandising aid in the nature of a combined label/sign holder wherein a sign holder is carried directly by the cover member of the label holder so that the label holder pocket can be readily accessed for insertion or replacement of non-adhesive labels therein without interference from the sign holder. Incorporation of sign holder-supporting members on the cover member of a label holder is shown as particularly advantageous in label holders having locking portions designed to preclude the accidental movement of labels carried thereby. Upper and/or lower grips may also be formed on the cover member to slidingly receive and removably retain additional labels and/or signs without interfering with other merchandise information members.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of placarding which is characterized in that at least one sheet (1, 1b), preferably of corrugated cardboard, is provided with printed matter on at least one side. It is thereafter provided with at least one score/groove (2) crossing the sheet, about which it is thereafter folded up into an easily transportable unit. At a placarding site the sheet (1, 1b) is then unfolded to its full size and applied in a holder (3, 3b) specially intended for this. The said holder is made to retain the sheet (1, 1b) in that at least one part of an edge area of the sheet is enclosed by the holder (3, 3b). The invention also relates to a system of placarding adapted to this method.

Abstract: An extruded holder for an electronic price label (EPL) includes a channel member defined by a base wall and first and second spaced-apart sidewalls that project outwardly from opposite ends of the base wall with respective first and second inner faces arranged in opposed facing relation. The base wall and the sidewalls define a C-shaped recess in the channel member. The sidewall inner faces each define a groove that extends parallel to the base wall, and an associated EPL is adapted for receipt in the recess with first and second projections of the EPL respectively positioned in the first and second grooves. A clip is connected to the channel member and is adapted for releasable connection to a wide variety of different retail shelf fixtures. The clip is defined by a base member and a back member interconnected to define an L-shaped cross-sectional shape, and the clip is further defined by a connecting arm that has a first end connected to the clip base member and a second end connected to the channel member.

Abstract: A document holder (11) comprising a rigid planar board (21) having one side covered by transparent flexible cover (22), the board (21) and cover (22) at one end being held in a retaining clip (12), said clip (12) comprising a substantially planar tongue (31) with a channel (32) extending along one edge thereof with an opening (34) facing away from the tongue (31).

Abstract: A label holding strip is formed of extruded plastic material, with front and back panels joined integrally along the bottom region of said strip to form an upwardly opening pocket for the reception of labels. The upper portions of the panels are of a generally uniform thickness, while the bottom region of the strip, preferably in the form of a forwardly projecting lobe, is of a significantly (20% or more) greater thickness. A smooth transition region joins the thinner and thicker portions of the strip. The front and rear panels, in the lower portions, are spaced apart a distance not less that the thickness of labels intended to be inserted therein. Upper portions of one of the panels, typically the front panel, curve toward the other panel for gripping a label inserted in the pocket.

Abstract: A non-rectangular or asymmetrically shaped credit card or phone card with an associated case or holder. The card has a configuration that complements the configuration of the case so that the card is easily removed from the holder for access, yet is maintained inside the case in a covered position and is protected from abuse. The case is designed to be light-weight and easily carried and to serve as a device to carry the card in a safe and convenient manner outside of a wallet or purse. Alternatively, the card may be in an I-shape or square shape configuration.

Abstract: A plastic T card holder formed from molded plastic pieces permanently united face to face and defining between them a pocket which will snugly receive a thin rectangular card. The pocket has a long upper opening through which a card may be introduced and a narrow lower opening through which a knife blade, a stiff card or the like can be inserted to dislodge the card upwardly. The card holder has considerable advantages of economy of manufacture and provides improved protection of the card and is resistant to breakage as compared with the conventional card holders.

Abstract: A shelf product management and information display identifies a product allocated to a portion of a shelf at a point of purchase and provides a purchaser with extended information pertaining to the product. The display is to be mounted at the forward edge of the shelf portion and includes a channel for displaying information pertaining to the identification and pricing of the allocated product, and a cover element which carries graphic material in the form of aesthetically pleasing product identification and logo representations. The cover element is maintained in a closed position by the force of gravity, and is selectively moved to an open position to reveal extended information pertaining to the allocated product, which extended information is hidden from view when the cover element is in the closed position.

Abstract: A sheet having a first face panel and a second backing panel that form a generally flat pocket for receiving a card with information related to an object, and having a third panel for mounting to a shelf. First and second apertures are defined through the first and second panels in alignment, and a fastener extends through the first and second apertures. The fastener extends through an aperture in the object to secure and suspend the object from the display, and the fastener extends through an aperture in the card to secure the card in the pocket.

Abstract: An apparatus for framing and hanging a sheet-like display item on a wall includes first and second generally identical elongate members, each member having a longitudinal channel for receiving an edge of the sheet-like display item therein with an internal means for captively retaining an edge of the sheet-like display item.

Abstract: A label holder for mounting on a shelf channel having an intermediate portion with front and rear surfaces and upper and lower forwardly-projecting flanges, has front and back panels and a shelf channel clip extending from the back panel. A base portion of the shelf channel clip extends from a middle point of the back panel. A shelf channel lower flange-engaging projection extends rearwardly from a rear surface of a lower flange-engaging portion and contacts an upper surface of the lower flange of the shelf channel, and is sized and shaped to limit downward movement of the label holder with respect to the shelf channel. A shelf channel rear surface-engaging portion contacts the rear surface of the intermediate portion of the shelf channel at a point between the upper and lower flanges of the shelf channel. A forwardly-facing C-shaped portion of the shelf channel rear surface-engaging portion has an opening facing the rear surface of the intermediate portion of the shelf channel.

Abstract: This invention provides for an essentially open file folder construction where the containment means allows for use of the file folder in an open style as featured in all file folders, while at the same time providing for a box like closure structure that allows for closure along the spine and orthogonal bottom edge of the file folder, which locking closure has the additional feature of showing a substantial portion of the contents, enabling a self typing categorization of the folder by way of the meaning first member contained therein, which member is partially viewable when said file folder is set into its locked configuration.

Abstract: A poster clasp for suspending a poster therefrom includes a suspension assembly having at least one suspension device for operable, suspending cooperation with a surface. A clasp assembly is formed integrally, unitarily with the suspension assembly. The clasp assembly has a support member and a hinged gripping member, the support member having a cam point formed integral with a backplate, and the hinged gripping member having a hingedly rotatable lobe, the lobe being rotatable between an open disposition and a closed disposition, the lobe cooperating with the cam point to exert a compressive, frictional force on a poster disposed between the lobe and the cam point when the lobe is in the closed disposition to capture the poster for suspension thereof. A method of engaging a poster for the suspension thereof by means of a poster clasp is further included.

Abstract: A label holding strip is formed of extruded plastic material, with front and back panels joined integrally along the bottom region of said strip to form an upwardly opening pocket for the reception of labels. The upper portions of the panels are of a generally uniform thickness, while the bottom region of the strip, preferably in the form of a forwardly projecting lobe, is of a significantly (20% or more) greater thickness. A smooth transition region joins the thinner and thicker portions of the strip. The front and rear panels, in the lower portions, are spaced apart a distance not less that the thickness of labels intended to be inserted therein. Upper portions of one of the panels, typically the front panel, curve toward the other panel for gripping a label inserted in the pocket.

Abstract: A plastic T card holder formed from molded plastic pieces permanently united face to face and defining between them a pocket which will snugly receive a thin rectangular card. The pocket has a long upper opening through which a card may be introduced and a narrow lower opening through which a knife blade, a stiff card or the like can be inserted to dislodge the card upwardly. The card holder has considerable advantages of economy of manufacture and provides improved protection of the card and is resistant to breakage as compared with the conventional card holders.

Abstract: A polymeric tag has a body and an integral insertion leg which is tapered to facilitate insertion either into the soil or into a slot formed in the edge of a pot. The extending leg includes a plurality of spaced indentations for strengthening the leg as well as a trapezoidal locking tab extending outwardly from the plane of the leg to permit easy insertion into either the soil or pot and resist removal therefrom.