Abstract: A support beam for a cooling tower fill assembly includes a web, an upper flange, a lower flange, and a lip. The web has a serpentine shape so a lower end of the web is vertically offset relative to an upper end. The upper flange extends from a first side of the web at the upper end thereof. The lower flange has a first portion extending from the first side at the lower end thereof and a second portion extending from a second side at the lower end thereof. The lip extends upwardly from the second portion so the lip cooperates with the second portion and a portion of the web to form a longitudinal channel. The lip and the second portion are provided with a plurality of spaced apart notches.

Abstract: A funnel support accessory attaches to a breastfeeding garment, such as a nursing bra, to support a funnel of a breast pumping system at a nipple area of the wearer's breast, so as to generally conceal the wearer's breasts and allow the wearer to perform other tasks while pumping in a hands-free manner. The funnel support accessory includes a fabric panel having at least one central opening configured to engage the funnel of the breast pumping system. The funnel support accessory also includes an engagement element disposed at an upper portion of the fabric panel to attach to an attachment feature of a breastfeeding garment. The fabric panel supports the engaged funnel of the breast pumping system generally over an exposed nipple area, such that the funnel seals against the nipple area without using a hand to support the funnel.

Abstract: A door barricade is provided. The door barricade includes a metal plate having a substantially planar inside surface and outside surface. The metal plate includes at least one receiving flange protruding from at least one of the inside surface and the outside surface. A sign with indicia is releasably retained within the receiving flange. The metal plate is secured to a door, thereby preventing burglars from entering.

Abstract: A method and system for identifying product is disclosed. A product identifier having product identifying information for one of a plurality of consumable products is provided. The product identifier is selected for a consumable product. The product identifier is displayed at or near a location on a dispensing system, or where access to the consumable product is provided. The system uses a product identifier having product and/or brand information for one or more consumable products. A window is provided in a body of a dispenser or dispensing system for viewing the product identifier associated with the consumable product therein.

Abstract: A system and method of store sliding shelving that may be selectively extended for restocking and retracted for normal supply and product display. Each sliding shelf includes a slide mechanism that allows each shelf to extend outwardly to enable a store worker to stock or restock the shelf and a concealed locking mechanism with a release lever to allow the sliding shelves to be locked into position. The sliding shelving is beneficially positioned on vertical tracks.

Abstract: An envelope is disclosed for attachment to a promotional good. The envelope encapsulates a display medium. The envelope includes a transparent top layer of plastic material through which the display medium can be visible and an initially open portal through which the display medium can be inserted. The open portal can be subsequently sealed.

Abstract: A sign holder assembly includes a front enclosure and a rear cover. The front enclosure includes a front plate, two opposing sidewalls, a top wall, and a bottom wall collectively defining a cavity. The front plate defines a front opening. The rear cover includes a rear panel, a top panel, a bottom panel, and a top rail. The top rail extends downwardly from the top panel toward the bottom panel to at least partially define a first top channel configured to slidably maintain an enlarged portion of a sign such that the sign hangs downwardly from the first top channel and extends across the front opening. The rear cover selectively transitions with respect to the front enclosure between a closed configuration and an open configuration.

Abstract: A life support algorithm display system for providing convenient access to basic life support or advanced life support algorithms for a user during an emergency features an I.V. (intravenous) pole located on a base. The system features a plurality of rectangular life support algorithm cards with a tab located on a card bottom edge. A life support algorithm is printed on each card. The system features a plurality of display modules each having a side arm attached to a clip. The clip is adapted to snugly, yet pivotally clip onto the I.V. pole allowing the display module to rotate around the I.V. pole. Each life support algorithm card is located in a display module with the tab passing through a module bottom aperture. Each display module is clipped onto the I.V. pole and adapted to be rotated for viewing.

Abstract: A holding device for holding an object, which is disposed on an electronic device in a detachable manner, is disclosed. The holding device comprises a first holding portion, a second holding portion and a connecting portion. The first holding portion comprises a first holding member and a second holding member. The first holding member and the second holding member are foldable toward a first direction and a second direction, respectively to form an accommodating space for accommodating the electronic device. The second holding portion holds the object. The connecting portion connects the first holding portion with the second holding portion in a foldable manner. Additionally, the connecting portion, the first holding portion and the second holding portion are integrally formed as a single piece.

Abstract: A device for fastening labels to binders which exhibit slots arranged in pairs at a mutual distance from each other for receiving end sections of label holders, and for firmly locking the end sections in the slots. The label holder is pocket-shaped, is flexible, and exhibits rows of recesses along lateral edge sections opposing each other. Hook-shaped locking elements distributed in rows are received inside the slots. The row of recesses and locking forms formed are adapted to each other in terms of shape for lockable receiving, interacting in pairs, of the respective locking elements in a suitable recess after insertion of the respective label end sections in a suitable slot.

Abstract: A card holder (100) includes a base (1) and a clamping means (20) to attach the card holder to garment. A card is grasped on the base. The base has a first face (13) and an opposite second face (15). The clamping means includes a clamp (2) and a slot (12) for locking the clamp. The slot is defined in the base. The clamp is rotatably mounted to the base with an end retractably moving outwards. The retractably moving end can be locked in or released from the slot, so that the card holder can be attached to or removed from the bearer's garment in an easy way.

Abstract: The display panel has an outer surface to which a sign may be attached and an inner surface having a fastener composed of resiliently deformable material. An end of the fastener is separated from the display panel by a slit which is adapted to receive an outer plate of a conventional door handle The outer plate is held in the slit by the resiliently deformable composition of the fastener. The plate may however be removed from the slit by the application of a force opposed to the bias of the resilient material in order to widen the slit.

Abstract: A cable port identification system is disclosed that provides identification facilities for communication, data, other cabling and/or wires and the connectors to which they are coupled found in a multi-port station. In some implementations the identification facilities can include label retention and protection and may also include label magnification.

Abstract: This label holder (5) for a suspension file (1), comprises a body (51) having means (54) for attachment to a side wall (3) of the file and a reader (52) for accommodating a label. According to the invention, the body (51) is made from poly(lactic acid).

Abstract: A shelf-edge rail device and method are provided that can be easily attached to existing shelves over the built-in C-channels or can be built into the shelves at manufacturing time. In addition to providing the capability for mounting a variety of display devices within the shelf-edge rail device, the shelf-edge rail device is impact resistant and adjustable to configure the angle of display by the display devices. Thus, the shelf-edge rail devices can be angled differently for shelves of different heights to maximize view-ability by a shopper.

Abstract: A sign holder holding an end of each of two signs includes a first wall, a second wall spaced from the first wall, and a connecting wall located between the first and second walls and secured thereto. A first sign holding section is defined by first portions of the first and second walls and is located on a first side of the connecting wall. A second sign holding section is defined by second portions of the first and second walls and is located on a second side of the connecting wall. A channel is defined on the second wall for engaging an associated bracket used to mount the sign holder on a support.

Abstract: The invention concerns a tag-holder for displaying an electronic price tag. The invention includes a holder for a tag, such as an electronic price tag, and a fixing mechanism adapted to be secured at the front of a shelf, in particular, a rack. The invention is characterized in that the fixing mechanism has an eccentric device, clipping the shelf so as to adjust and/or maintain the tag holder on shelves of different thicknesses.

Abstract: A best practice fluid identification system for managing fluids from bulk storage to point of use on products and equipment in residential, commercial and industrial applications where the fluid and product or equipment information travels with the fluid and its dispensing in a protective holder mounted on or near the point of use and also on the dispensing device.

Abstract: A luggage identification system that is somewhat uniform in its design, but may be personalized by the passenger to uniquely identify their luggage. The luggage identification system may include a display strap, an identifying graphic, and a fastening device. The luggage identification system is constructed so that it tends to stand up and away from the bag like a flag, so that it remains visible from a distance. Since customization of a graphic device is provided the visible luggage identification system may be recognized by the passenger and retrieved by them. The luggage identification system is also of sufficient strength and shape to act as a handle for retrieving the luggage, which tends to be useful as the passenger may naturally tend to reach for what they recognize.

Abstract: A label holder includes at least one panel having a rib. The at least one panel is constructed to have a resilient rearward curvature that flexes to flatten against a shelf. The label holder further includes a retainer structure extending rearwardly from the at least one panel. The retainer structure includes a clip configured to resiliently clamp the label holder to the shelf. When mounted to the shelf, the rib engages the shelf and causes flexure of the resilient rearward curvature of the front panel, forms a lid for a cavity that houses a label, and biases the clip against a back surface of the angled front panel to provide secure attachment of the label holder to the shelf.

Abstract: An embodiment of a card holder system for retaining a card with an animal cage can comprise a card holder designed and dimensioned to selectively retain the card, and a retention member adapted for retaining the card holder to the cage. The retention member is adapted to be secured to a side wall of the cage. In certain embodiments, the card holder can be selectively retained in one of a horizontal orientation and a vertical orientation. The card holder system can further comprise an adapter member, the adapter member being designed and dimensioned to be coupled with the card holder such that the card holder may be selectively positioned in one of a first orientation and a second orientation, the second orientation being substantially rotated ninety-degrees from the first position.

Abstract: A sign holder including a main portion, a flange, and an interface hook. The main portion longitudinally extends in a substantially planar manner and defines a top end, a bottom end opposite the top end, a first surface, and a second surface opposite the first surface. The flange is folded back from the bottom end toward the top end and the first surface of the main portion. The flange is biased toward the first surface of the main portion. The interface hook is folded back from the top end toward the second surface and the bottom end of the main portion and is configured to receive a portion of a shelf assembly to couple the sign holder to the shelf assembly. A pocket is defined between the main panel and the flange and is configured to receive a printed medium. Display systems and methods of use provide additional advantages.

Abstract: A sheet formed into a face panel and a mounting panel oriented perpendicularly thereto, with the mounting panel configured for mounting to a shelf. The face panel has a slot for receiving a product in suspension and a hole for receiving a fastener also inserted through the product to hold the product securely in place.

Abstract: The application discloses a friction coated label and labeling sheet for use in labeling a label holder of a merchandiser unit that supports merchandise in which the label holder has means for supporting one or more labels without an adhesive bond. The labeling sheet comprises a plurality of friction coated labels removably secured to the release liner. The friction-coated labels include a face stock and a friction coating integrally connected to the face stock. The face stock has printed indicia thereon relating to the merchandise. The friction coating may comprise a weak adhesive that is adapted to inhibit migration of the friction coated labels but is not strong enough to provide a self supporting reliable adhesive bond for retail applications.

Abstract: A holder for displaying a thin advertising placard on a fixture exhibiting merchandise for sale, has an elongated shank shaped at one end for detachable fixation to the fixture, and carrying at the other end a three-dimensional head for holding the placard. The head has at least one, preferably more, substantially linear slot extending across a portion of its periphery and inwardly into its interior for receiving a marginal portion of the placard. Each such slot on its interior is shaped for gripping the placard portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for labeling the spine or edge of a binder. In an embodiment, the device comprises a housing, a clip attached to the housing and a label encased within the housing. The housing further comprises a base portion and a cover portion, wherein the cover portion is adapted to enclose a label within the base portion of the labeling device.

Abstract: A label holder includes a front panel, a back panel connected to the front panel with a common bottom edge, the front panel and the back panel forming a cavity. The back panel is constructed to have a resilient rearward curvature that flexes to flatten against the shelf. The label holder further includes a retainer structure extending rearwardly from the back panel. The retainer structure includes a spring clip configured to resiliently clamp the label holder to the shelf. When mounted to the shelf, the shelf in combination with the retainer structure causes the flexure of the resilient rearward curvature to provide secure attachment of the label holder to the shelf.

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: The apparatus includes a frame having a base and two guide posts coupled to opposite ends of the base forming a U-shaped member. The base may be attached to a stock shelf with the U-shaped frame located on the front portion of the shelf. Moveably coupled to the guide posts is a cover panel which may be moved to a closed position covering the space between the two guide posts and to a lower open position or to an upper open position to allow access to the shelf by way of the opening between the two guide posts.

Abstract: A label holder includes a front panel, a back panel connected to the front panel with a common bottom edge, the front panel and the back panel forming a cavity. The back panel is constructed to have a resilient rearward curvature that flexes to flatten against the shelf. The label holder further includes a retainer structure extending rearwardly from the back panel. The retainer structure includes a spring clip configured to resiliently clamp the label holder to the shelf. When mounted to the shelf, the shelf in combination with the retainer structure causes the flexure of the resilient rearward curvature to provide secure attachment of the label holder to the shelf.

Abstract: An embodiment of a card holder system for retaining a card with an animal cage can comprise a card holder designed and dimensioned to selectively retain the card, and a retention member adapted for retaining the card holder to the cage. The retention member is adapted to be secured to a side wall of the cage. In certain embodiments, the card holder can be selectively retained in one of a horizontal orientation and a vertical orientation. The card holder system can further comprise an adapter member, the adapter member being designed and dimensioned to be coupled with the card holder such that the card holder may be selectively positioned in one of a first orientation and a second orientation, the second orientation being substantially rotated ninety-degrees from the first position.

Abstract: An open wire frame sign support for mounting at the forward edge region of a customer accessible merchandising shelf. A wire bracket is configured for attachment to the forward edge region of the shelf which incorporates a slot defining assembly within which is disposed a stop member below which a loose hinging component is defined and above which an upwardly open slot is formed. A rectangular wire frame is provided having a centrally lower disposed hinge support from which angularly outwardly extend a lower disposed hinge loop which engages the lower hinging component of the slot in a loose hinging fashion and a tongue member which is hand moveable into engagement with the open slot of the bracket.

Abstract: A novel point-of-purchase cantilevered deflectable display assembly which normally extends transversely into a shopping aisle, is disclosed. The disclosed display assembly accommodates substitution of one frame-carried form or configuration of advertising for another, which can be radically different, without disconnecting the entire display assembly from its mounting to a molding at a store shelf or like. The advertising frame with which the advertising medium is associated is removably connected to a distal hanger member. At least one light is carried by the frame. The distal hanger member accommodates the above-mentioned on-site frame and advertisement removal and exchange, while the remainder of the display assembly remains in its shelf-mounted or like position.

Abstract: A sight glass retaining system is provided for mounting a sight glass to a support panel, such as for viewing combustion or other processes. The system includes a retainer which forms a continuous frame and has lateral flanges for locating the sight glass. Retaining tabs extend from the frame and support resilient retaining portions which snap into engagement with the support panel. A resilient element, which may form a seal with the sight glass and support panel, urges the assembly in compression to maintain tight engagement of the components, and generally column loads the retaining portions to preclude movement of the assembly on the support panel.

Abstract: A product information display apparatus is provided to display primary and secondary product information. The display apparatus generally comprises a label holder and a sign holder. The label holder includes a sleeve having front and rear walls defining an interior pocked sized to receive a label having primary product information. The sign holder is structured for selective attachment to the label holder to position a sign adjacent the front wall of the sleeve, the sign having secondary product information. Preferably, the sign holder has a general C-shape with the free ends of the C-shape defining a throat sized smaller than a height of the sleeve. Also, the general C-shape is preferably defined by a pair of rear walls connected by a front wall, the front wall spaced from the pair of rear walls a distance similar to a thickness of the sleeve to securely position the sign.

Abstract: Car shows are a hobby of ever increasing popularity. During car show competitions or exhibition and information card is required to be displayed. The present invention shows a device for the display of information cards in a stylish way without detracting from the overall look of the car. The device is a modified clipboard to hang from the rearview mirror of a car. The rearview mirror clipboard is made of clear rigid, with a center hole and channel to accommodate the arm of the rearview mirror.

Abstract: An adhesive tape for holding paper articles such as photographs and notecards edgewise on a surface. Opposing, flexible channel members are formed integral with and extend upwards from the top surface of the tape body to define a longitudinal channel, which receives and pinches the edges of the flat articles, holding the paper article on its edge. An underlying, peel-away sticker exposes an adhesive allowing the tape to be applied to a surface, whereby the flat article is situated perpendicular to the surface.

Abstract: A display device for flat surfaces preserves the integrity of both the display item and the mounting surface by enabling the placing the display item in the polypropylene pocket, thereby eliminating the need to tape or tack the display item to the mounting surface and either pierce the display item with a tack or remove a portion of the display item when removing the tape, and similarly, the integrity of the mounting surface is preserved because the attachment member simply grabs on to the surface, instead of being pierced by a tack or taped.

Abstract: A display system having a holding member which includes a stopping member and a retaining groove. The display system further comprises a display panel having a lip that may securely attach the display panel to the holding member.

Abstract: A sign support system supports a graphic from a storage rack that has upper and lower horizontal support members that define a first plane. The sign support system includes a mounting member for mounting to the lower horizontal support member. The mounting member has a shelf mount and hinge portion and is configured such that when the mounting member is mounted to the lower support member, the hinge portion is displaced from the first plane. An elongated arm has a hinge portion and a graphic support terminating at a free end. The hinge portion is configured for pivotally mounting to the mounting member for pivoting the sign between first and second positions. Adhering elements are disposed on the elongated arm at about the free end. When in the first position, the free end is disposed adjacent the upper horizontal support member with the adhering elements engaging the upper support member securing the arm in the second position.

Abstract: A mounting system for mounting a sign, such as a sheet or a panel to a generally horizontal shelf includes a display portion including an arm forming a portion of and defining a sign receiving region. The display portion includes a display hinge portion defining an axis of rotation. The display portion further includes a detent spaced from the axis of rotation, defining a radially distal-most portion. A shelf mounting bracket mounts the display portion to the shelf. The shelf mounting bracket includes a pivoting element cooperating with the display hinge portion for pivotally mounting the display portion to the shelf mounting bracket. The display portion is pivotal between a first position and a second position. The shelf mounting bracket includes a flexible tongue configured to engage the detent to maintain the display portion in the first or second position and to disengage from the detent to move the display portion to the other of the first or second position.

Abstract: A shelf talker includes a label having a top strip for mounting to a shelf bracket, and a bottom leaflet for printing product information. A release liner is adhesively bonded to the label across the strip only, with the leaflet being linerless.

Abstract: An electronic price label mounting apparatus which securely retains electronic price label. The electronic price label mounting apparatus includes a frame member defining an aperture through which the electronic price label is inserted, and a top member extending from the frame member which is secured by a fastener to a mounting surface. The top member may be secured to a mounting surface, including a C-channel, wall, or sign.

Abstract: A mounting system for mounting a sign, such as a sheet or a panel to a generally horizontal shelf includes a display portion including an arm forming a portion of and defining a sign receiving region. The display portion includes a display hinge portion defining an axis of rotation. The display portion further includes a detent spaced from the axis of rotation, defining a radially distal-most portion. A shelf mounting bracket mounts the display portion to the shelf. The shelf mounting bracket includes a pivoting element cooperating with the display hinge portion for pivotally mounting the display portion to the shelf mounting bracket. The display portion is pivotal between a first position and a second position. The shelf mounting bracket includes a flexible tongue configured to engage the detent to maintain the display portion in the first or second position and to disengage from the detent to move the display portion to the other of the first or second position.

Abstract: An extruded plastic label holder for placement on the flat front surface of a product display shelf. The label holder includes a clear front panel joined along its bottom edge with a second panel. The second panel is adhesively mounted on the shelf front surface, either directly or by means of a third panel flexibly joined with the second panel along upper edges of both. A short, rigid fulcrum rib is formed integrally with one of the second or (if employed) third panels, slightly above the bottom edge of the second panel and extending generally at right angles thereto. When the bottom edge of the label holder is pressed, the second panel flexes about the fulcrum rib, opening a gap at the upper portion of the label holder for placement or removal of paper labels. The use of a third panel helps to isolate the forces applied in flexing the second panel from the adhesive attachment, enabling less aggressive adhesives to be effectively utilized.

Abstract: A bracket (10) includes a back wall (18) having hooks (19, 20) to engage hooks (14, 15) on the edge (13) of a shelf (11). A ledge (16) is formed at one end of the wall (18) and a hinge (26) is formed at the other end of the wall (18). The hinge (26) connects the wall (18) to a cover (25) such that when the cover (25) is pivoted relative to the wall (18), the ledge (16) and any indicia (34) positioned on the ledge (16) is exposed. A transparent panel (30) is connected to the cover (25) and is spaced from the cover (25) to form a channel (31) therebetween. An insert (32) carrying indicia (33) may be received in the channel (31), and the indicia (33) is thereby visible through the panel (30).

Abstract: A Vehicle-Mountable Picture Frame is disclosed. Also disclosed is a frame that includes a front side and a back side and a pocket formed therebetween, and having an aperture at the top for inserting photographs therethrough. The frame further includes one or more display portions disposed on the front side for displaying indicia there. The frame further includes a variety of attachment mechanisms that are connected to the backside of the frame via a swiveling attachment. The attachment mechanisms are configured to attach to a variety of surfaces within a vehicle, and further to permit the interchangeability of the attachment mechanisms with a variety of other types of mechanisms. The frame further is available in a variety of shapes and sizes to provide a package that is pleasing to the user's eye.

Abstract: A mounting system for mounting a sign, such as a sheet or a panel to a shelf system having a pair of support posts and a shelf extending transverse to the support posts, includes a display portion having first and second generally parallel, spaced apart runners connected to one another by a pair of spaced apart connecting members defining a sign receiving region. The display portion includes at least one of a shelf mounting bracket receiving region, a wall surface mounting bracket receiving region and a wall top mounting bracket receiving region. The shelf mounting bracket receiving region includes a pivoting element for pivotally mounting the display portion to a shelf mounting bracket for pivoting the display portion between a first position and a second position. The display portion is maintained in the first position by releasable engagement of the display portion with the shelf mounting bracket.

Abstract: A display device for displaying a display object includes a mounting formation for holding the display device in place, an attachment formation for attaching a display object to the display device, and a connecting member linking the mounting formation and the attachment formation. The mounting formation is configured such that it is capable of locking securely to a container or base structures. The connecting member holds the attachment formation at a position remote from the mounting formation. The attachment formation includes a control zone, and the control zone includes an entrance into which an attachment member on the display object may be inserted. The control zone further includes at least one stop formation projecting traversely across the control zone such that a part of the display object attachment member may abut against the stop formation to inhibit withdrawal of the display object attachment member through the control zone entrance.

Abstract: A transparent plastic envelope made up of a front panel and a back panel secured together by parallel sealing lines around the periphery, and a line of mounting holes between the lines for receiving a mounting tie. The back panel is made up of two sections to form an opening for insertion of a sign element into the envelope. A plastic sealing zipper is secured to the meeting edges of the two sections.