Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
040603000 | Stretched or tensioned | 43 |
20090019749 | Tension device for attaching a flexible covering to a sign frame - A tension device for use in attaching a flexible covering to a sign frame includes a first end having a hook configuration for coupling the device to the flexible covering. The tension device includes a second end having a hook configuration for coupling the tension device to the sign frame. Further, the tension device includes a spring positioned between the first and second ends for maintaining tension between the first and second ends. A mounting loop is positioned between the first and second ends and configured to receive a leverage member for separating the first and second ends. The first end, spring, mounting loop, and second end include a singular metal construction. The spring is configured to expand and contract to maintain tension between the first and second ends when the flexible covering contracts and expands while the tension device is coupled to the flexible covering and the sign frame. | 01-22-2009 |
20090019750 | CABLE TENSIONING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SECURING A SHEET TO A FRAME - A cable tensioning system for mounting a vinyl sheet to a billboard frame, comprising a cable secured on a frame at one end and secured to a spring-loaded cable tensioning device at the other end. A plurality of cable guides are mounted at intervals around the frame, each of the cable guides having a channel adapted to receive the cable. Portions of the edges of a sheet are secured within a plurality of locking clips around the perimeter, each clip also having a channel to receive the cable. The sheet with the clips affixed is secured to the frame whereby cable travels through the channels in the locking clips and is guided around the perimeter of the frame by the channel guides and secured to the spring-loaded cable tensioning device. The spring-loaded cable tensioning device is deployed to tighten the cable around the frame and secure the sheet to the frame. | 01-22-2009 |
20090031599 | Display device - The invention presents a roll-sheet type display device for use at a booth or sales counter of small retail shop, window of retail shop, or outer wall of a building, being capable of displaying very easily without requiring huge installation work, and exchanging advertising and decorating means easily and at low cost. | 02-05-2009 |
20090172984 | Apparatus and method for retaining and selectively tensioning a sheet material display to a billboard - An apparatus for retaining and selectively tensioning a sheet material display on a billboard which includes a base plate, a handle connected to the base plate, a draw bar operationally associated with the handle, a spring detachably connected to the draw bar, and a chain with one end connected to the spring and the other end capable of being detachably connected to the sheet material display. The draw bar is selectively positioned about the handle in at least two different positions to exert a different amount of tension to the sheet material display when the handle is place in a sheet material display tensioned position. | 07-09-2009 |
20100083546 | Guide and anchor system for a billboard tensioning system - The present invention relates to a guide and tensioning system for a billboard, comprising a facing area surrounded by trim pieces. The trim pieces each comprise a back plate, a side plate and a front plate. Guide groups may be located at various locations along the outside edge of the back plate. The guide groups may comprise an arced guide located between two tab guides or a keeper tab may be centered over the arced guide. The guide group may also comprise a clip that selectively secures to the arced guide. The clip has a complimentary shape to the arced guide and to a gap in the back plate. Hook-like structures on the clip selectively engage with the end edge portions of the arced guide. When engaged with the arced guide, the clip preferably prevents a cable member from falling behind the back plate. | 04-08-2010 |
20100199535 | BULLETIN WITH PERIPHERAL STRENGTHENING, BILLBOARD ASSEMBLY UTILIZING SAME AND METHOD OF FORMING BULLETIN AND MOUNTING TO BILLBOARD STRUCTURE - A bulletin for use on a mounting structure. The bulletin includes a sheet having a front surface for receiving an image and a rear surface and an outer periphery for extending around the outer surface. A strengthening strip is secured to one of the front surface and the rear surface along at least a portion of the outer periphery for inhibiting damage to the outer periphery when extending around the outer surface of the mounting structure. A billboard assembly, a method of forming a bulletin, and method of mounting a bulletin on a billboard structure are also provided. | 08-12-2010 |
20110030254 | AIR PILLOW MARKETING DEVICE - A method of marketing includes the steps of: fabricating an air pillow having a top layer, one or more intermediate layers and a bottom layer; heat laminating the top layer to the one or more intermediate layers and heat laminating the bottom layer to the one or more intermediate layers; printing advertising on a first top sheet of the air pillow; forming a one-way valve on the air pillow, and distributing the air pillow as package packing material. The one-way valve is formed by and between the top layer and the bottom layer. Preferably, a plurality of micro air pockets are formed in the intermediate sheet. Optionally, the air pillow can be formed as a plurality of air cells, and a column of logos can be printed on each of the plurality of air cells. | 02-10-2011 |
20110078935 | Textile Complex, Communicating Panel And Method Of Displaying The Textile Complex - A textile complex adapted to be attached to a communicating panel includes a textile sheet having, on at least one face, loops adapted to engage with a self-gripping strip provided with hooks; a coating film attached to a face of the textile sheet; and a printing ink deposited on the coating film. The textile complex has a capacity for preferential elastic deformation in a direction of deployment on the communicating panel. A communicating panel and to a corresponding method of display are also provided. | 04-07-2011 |
20110219652 | DISPLAY MEANS - The present invention relates to a display means comprising a stand adapted to display a screen. The stand comprises a holding means with a first side adapted to support against an underlying supportive surface. The display means also comprises a cassette comprising a bobbin enclosed in a cavity in the cassette, wherein the screen can be wound onto and withdrawn from the bobbin. The cassette is being adapted to be inserted into and removed from the holding means via an aperture in the first side. The holding means also comprises at least one fastening means adapted to fasten the cassette in the holding means when inserted into the holding means. | 09-15-2011 |
20110247250 | SIGN COVER AND METHOD OF USE - A cover for an advertising board includes a first face made of fabric and a second face made of fabric. The first and second faces are coupled together to form a cover conforming to the advertising board. | 10-13-2011 |
20110265361 | Wrap-Mount Fabric Display System - A wrap-mount fabric display system comprises an outer frame element, an inner frame element and one or two flexible display substrates. The inner frame element includes two rigid panels maintained at a fixed distance apart from one another by way of one or more connective members. The flexible display substrates each include a graphic design and can be removably placed in wrapped association with a respective panel, which secures the flexible display substrate in tension. The frame elements can be manufactured from flat stock materials which are relatively inexpensive to purchase and shape. Once a flexible display substrate is placed in wrapped association with a respective panel, the inner frame element can be inserted into the cavity of the outer frame element to create a cost-effective, flexible and robust integrated display solution. | 11-03-2011 |
20120073169 | BLEACHER ADVERTISING DISPLAY SYSTEM - A bleacher advertising display system including a bleacher having a seating surface and a plurality of support beams that define an external vertical surface along one or more of the left side, rear side and right side of the bleacher. An advertising panel having advertising indicia thereon is engaged with a carrier and secured by way of a frame member to the support beams in such a way that the advertising panel is displayed along the external vertical surface. The frame member is adjustable to maintain the tension in the advertising panel so that the indicia are clearly displayed. | 03-29-2012 |
20120073170 | FENCE WRAPPING ASSEMBLY AND A METHOD OF UTILIZING THE SAME - A fence wrapping assembly for retaining a panel of sheet material adjacent one or both of a front and back of a fence. The panel has one or more pockets formed therein; a carrier is received in each pocket and a mounting member engages each carrier and secures the same to one of a first and second fence post. A tensioning device extends between the first and second fence posts and engages the panel. The device is adjustable to apply tension to the panel. Advertising graphics are applied to the panel's exterior surface. | 03-29-2012 |
20120085008 | SIGN ASSEMBLY - A sign assembly includes a substantially rigid framework such as a rectangular or other shaped frame, and a flexible display sheet, typically of cloth or fabric material. The display sheet wraps around an outer portion of the framework and enters a channel, where it is retained at a flexible retainer element disposed in the channel. Optionally, the flexible retainer element may be a strip of resilient sheet material defining one or more slit or slot patterns and/or openings that are configured to releasably engage portions of the display sheet. A cover element may be used to cover the channel and to present a finished appearance along the outside portion of the framework. | 04-12-2012 |
20120216437 | DEVICE AT A PORTABLE DISPLAY PANEL SYSTEM - The invention relates to a portable display panel system including a rack, upper and lower rods having pairs of upper and a lower holder ribs, and a cloth or a panel of a printable material. Each of the rods has a through-cavity. An elastic string extends through each of the upper and lower holder ribs and is attached to the outer ends of the outermost rods. Male and female couplings are arranged at the abutting ends of the rods arranged in pairs, which may be brought together in either two positions, which are turned by 180°, or four positions which are turned by 90° relative to each other. At least one pair of the rods are bent or angled. | 08-30-2012 |
20130008064 | INFLATABLE SIGNBOARD - An inflatable signboard capable of easily coupling an inflatable pillar includes a support which is put on the ground and a coupling bar which is a coupling medium positioned between the support and an inflatable pillar erected on the upper part of the support, wherein a pillar insertion groove into which the inflatable pillar is capable of being inserted is formed on an upper surface of the coupling bar, a gap of the pillar insertion groove is filled with a wooden lath, and the coupling bar, the wooden lath, and the inflatable pillar are penetrated and fixed simultaneously through a plurality of fixing pieces, thereby coupling the inflatable pillar easily. | 01-10-2013 |
20130036640 | PANEL FASTENING ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME TO DISPLAY AN ADVERTISING PANEL - A panel fastening assembly comprising a frame member securable to a beam, an advertising track, a rod mating the frame member and the track, and a carrier for retaining an advertising panel therein. The carrier is secured to the track to display the advertising panel. A method of displaying an advertising panel comprising the steps of engaging an advertising panel with a carrier, attaching a frame member to a beam, attaching a rod to the frame, coupling an advertising track to the carrier, and securing the advertising track to the rod. The frame member comprises a cylindrical base which is securable to the beam. The rod extends through an aperture in the base and into the track. Upward movement of the rod locks the track and carrier together and tensions the panel. Downward movement of the rod releases the carrier from the track and the tension in the panel. | 02-14-2013 |
20130133233 | ADVERTISING DISPLAY DEVICE POSITIONED ABOVE GROUND FOR FOOTBALL PLAYING FIELDS - An advertising display device positioned above ground for football playing fields comprising:
| 05-30-2013 |
20130192109 | DEVICE FOR PRESENTING INFORMATION AND PANEL THEREFOR - This invention relates to the field of advertising and information display. It can be used in the production of portable advertising and information media with flexible supports, transported easily, and installed quickly to display any visual information. The invention ensures high-quality and effective tensioning of the panel over the course of a long use period including multiple relocations. The device for presenting information comprises a panel mounted on a multipart frame with bendable edges of the panel mounted on the sides of the frame. Each of the bendable edges consists of at least two-layer: the panel itself and a facing applied to the material of the panel in its pre-tensioned resiliently deformed state, thus retaining the tension of the panel material attached to the facing. The panel is mounted on a frame in a state of resiliently extended deformation and is fixed with edges supported in pairs on the frame. | 08-01-2013 |
20130227866 | System for Installing and Mounting an Advertising Structure - A system for installing and mounting an advertising structure comprising a fabric ( | 09-05-2013 |
20130263485 | DUAL ARM SIGN - A dual arm sign includes an upstanding panel stretched between resilient arms. | 10-10-2013 |
20160086522 | Portable Collapsible Fabric-Tensioned Sign Assembly - A portable collapsible sign assembly including a fabric covering and support frame which is adjustable between a collapsed and expanded position. When the sign assembly is expanded, or in its deployed state, the fabric covering and support frame possess a connective tension relationship with respect to one another which creates and supports both the sign assembly display sign and base in a stable manner. The fabric covering engagement with the support frame enables the entire sign assembly, including both the display sign and assembly base, to be simultaneously deployed in one user-initiated motion. | 03-24-2016 |
20160133167 | POINT OF PURCHASE DISPLAY - A point of purchase display for coupling to a commercial product on display at a retail store. The point of purchase display includes a flexible and wrinkle-resistant sheet material having indicia displayed thereon and at least one coupling member for coupling the sheet material to the commercial product. In example forms, the indicia being displayed on the sheet material is provided for advertisement or instructional purposes of the commercial product. | 05-12-2016 |
20160253932 | Portable Collapsible Fabric-Tensioned Sign Assembly | 09-01-2016 |
20170236460 | WINCH FOR POSTER HOARDING | 08-17-2017 |
040604000 | Banner type | 18 |
20080244945 | In-Store Marketing Display Insert - The shape of a marketing display insert allows it to be used in different price label fixtures. The shape of the marketing display insert is defined by a base portion that is wider than it is tall, a support portion that extends from the base portion, and a flag portion that extends from the support portion and is cantilevered over and separated from the base portion. For shelf-type display structures, cantilevering a flag above a base portion allows the marketing display insert to be inserted into the top of a price label fixture. For peg hook-type display structures, the space between the base portion and the flag portion allows the base portion to be inserted into a price label fixture from the side. In addition, a score between the flag portion and the support portion allows the flag portion to be bent out of plane from the base portion. | 10-09-2008 |
20080244946 | ATTENTION GETTING ENHANCEMENT FOR A SIGN - A support for an attention getting item having a first section with an anchor of which size and shape are adapted for a complementary and secure fit within or to a channel or other complementary feature of a sign or display board, and having a second section for supporting an attention getting item, such as a flag, banner, ribbons, balloons, etc., in relation to the sign or display. In an example embodiment, the attention getting item may be a sign flag having a flag, a tapered elongated anchor member, with a narrow end and a wide end, and a cylindrical member connected to the wide end of the elongated member adapted to secure the flag. The dimensions of the tapered member may be adapted to removably secure the sign flag to the internal channels of a corrugated board such that the flag remains exposed. | 10-09-2008 |
20080301988 | Flag with replaceable panels - A flag assembly is provided. The flag assembly includes a flag including a plurality of openings defined therein, and at least one replaceable panel. The replaceable panel includes at least one fastening mechanism. The at least one replaceable panel is coupled to the flag such that the at least one fastening mechanism is at least partially inserted through at least one of the plurality of openings. A method of assembling the flag assembly is also provided. | 12-11-2008 |
20090000168 | PRINTABLE BANNERS WITH THIN-GROMMET CONSTRUCTION - Printed grommeted banners are produced by applying thin grommets to banner material prior to introduction to a printing device, the grommets being sufficiently thin to permit feeding into the printing device. The grommets have a top flange and a barrel portion extending downwardly from the top flange, the barrel portion being crushed against the top flange to capture banner material between the crushed barrel portion and the top flange, the grommet and banner material having a combined thickness not exceeding 0.075 inches when so crushed. Preferably, the grommet captures a double layer of the banner material, and the grommet and banner material have a combined thickness in the range of 0.045-0.075 inches, 0.054 inches being a specific example. Alternatively, the grommet may capture only a single layer of material and the grommet and banner material may have a combined thickness in the range of 0.025-0.035 inches. | 01-01-2009 |
20090007473 | DISPLAY WITH BANNER CONNECTION SYSTEM AND BANNER - An exhibit or display for tradeshows or the like having a plurality of support members and a banner that can include an elongate attachment member or banner strip presented or disposed thereon that can be used to selectively operably couple and decouple the banner with a channel in one of the plurality of support members or in a channel member portion included in a channel portion in one of the plurality of support members. | 01-08-2009 |
20090056184 | TRADESHOW DISPLAY FORMED OF BANNER STANDS - A banner stand having an upright display mode and a collapsed transport mode, the banner stand comprising a banner presenting graphics thereon, a base and a post extending upwardly from the base, a support member selectively operably coupleable with the post to support the banner in an upright display mode, feet selectively changeable from a transport position to a operative position have an exposed alignment surface that cooperates with another such alignment surface on an adjacent banner stand to angularly and positionally control the respective banner stands to position as desired the respective banners. Tops of the banner stands may be coupled, such as by magnets, to further support and control the spacing and positioning of the banners. | 03-05-2009 |
20100050489 | RETRACTABLE BANNER DISPLAY STAND - A retractable banner stand includes a canister with an extendable banner having an ad and/or message thereon viewable when the banner is extended. A kit comprised of a pair of end caps with foldable legs and a pole support are releasably engaged to the canister and can be removed without tools. The kit can be releasably engaged to a second canister, without tools, with the second canister containing a second banner with a different (or new) ad and/or message to thus facilitate changing banners. | 03-04-2010 |
20100101128 | Ballcap Banner - The ballcap banner is a team flag or banner that integrates 7″×5″ pockets for the storage of baseball caps. Only the ballcap banner evolves a team flag/banner into a multi-pocketed storage device allowing users to display their team pride while conveniently storing their baseball caps. Grommets at the four corners allow the user to hang the banner on the back of a door or on a wall. | 04-29-2010 |
20100146832 | RETRACTABLE BANNER STANDS - Retractable banner stands each comprises a base including a housing containing an extendable and retractable banner, the housing having a slot through which the banner is extended and retracted. The base includes sockets for receiving vertical poles for attachment of accessories. Such accessories can include banner support structure for an additional banner to be positioned intermediate two of said retractable banner stands whereby a three banner interconnected display may be provided with each of the banners visually separated. Such a display is highly suitable for a backwall for a tradeshow display area. Further accessories include shelves, literature holders, lighting, and electronic display screens. The base may include a housing with a pair of floor engaging saddles, each saddle with a pair of feet portions extending forwardly and rearwardly from the housing on two ends of the housing, the feet having the sockets for receiving said vertical poles. | 06-17-2010 |
20110067280 | BANNER HEM SEALING APPARATUS FOR USE WITH IMPULSE SEALER AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - The present disclosure provides a banner hem sealing apparatus for use with impulse sealer and method of using the same. The apparatus is designed to reduce the misalignment problem caused when an impulse sealer is used to hem a banner. The apparatus is comprised of: a first member which comprises a tray and the means to mount to a second member; the second member which comprises an opening, a fence, a backplate, and the means to mount to the first member. | 03-24-2011 |
20110162244 | METHOD OF ASSEMBLING A TENSILE FABRIC ARRANGEMENT - The present invention provides a method of assembling a tensile fabric arrangement comprising engaging an end of a carrier member having a tensile fabric attached thereto with a first support member attached to a surface, engaging a second end of the carrier member with a locking member, extending the tensile fabric from the carrier member, engaging an end of a second carrier member for the tensile fabric with a second support member attached to the surface, engaging a second end of the second carrier member with a securing member; and applying a tension to the tensile fabric, wherein the tensile fabric is supported at its top edge only by the first and second support members but may optionally be further tensioned using a tensile structural assembly including a surface, guide hook, loop, and tie, which is also provided. | 07-07-2011 |
20110308122 | MANUAL BANNER ROLL-UP MECHANISM - A manual banner roll-up mechanism has a first tube, a second tube, a foldable material, a securing base, a washer, a linking member, a rope, a securing cylinder, a first plug and two mounting supports. The first tube is rolled up with a foldable material. Another end of the foldable material is connected to a second tube. One end of the first tube is jacketed by a securing base, and the washer, the triggering member and the rope are locked onto the securing cylinder by a bolt. Another end of the first tube is jacketed by the first plug that has a base, a positioning member, a spring, and a cover. A first positioning member of the securing base and a second positioning member of the first plug enable the first tube to be hung between the two mounting supports. | 12-22-2011 |
20120023795 | Profile Configuration For Retractable Banner Display Device - The invention relates to a series of profile configurations for retractable banner display devices. A top arcuate profile and a bottom flat profile form an elongated housing having an opening which enable a banner to be extended and displayed at forefront of the almost entire physical structure of said display device without the need of other stabilising requirements. At least one connection body profile integrates with top arcuate profile(s) and bottom flat profile(s) forming structures of said display device for a single or a double-sided banner display. The profile configuration enable easy assembly and maintenance for the said display device by means of a connecting method between a bottom flat profile and a connecting body profile, that said bottom flat profile can be easily removed and replaced while the structure of the said display device sustains. | 02-02-2012 |
20120073171 | BLEACHER WITH ADVERTISING TUNNEL - An advertising display system including a bleacher having a seating surface and support beams below the seating surface and defining a primary chamber, and an advertising panel assembly mounted within the primary chamber and defining a secondary chamber. The primary chamber has a first end and a second end and the advertising panel assembly may include an intermediate advertising panel between a first and second advertising panel that define the sides of the secondary chamber. Additionally, a ceiling panel may extend between the top edges of the first and second panels. | 03-29-2012 |
20120073172 | TRADESHOW DISPLAY FORMED OF BANNER STANDS - A banner stand having an upright display mode and a collapsed transport mode, the banner stand comprising a banner presenting graphics thereon, a base and a post extending upwardly from the base, a support member selectively operably coupleable with the post to support the banner in an upright display mode, a curved form selectively changeable from a first configuration into a curved configuration to selectively impart a curve to the banner when the banner is in the upright display mode, and a magnet configured for selectively magnetically coupling the banner stand with a second banner stand when placed adjacently thereto. | 03-29-2012 |
20120216438 | CONTINUOUS DISPLAY ARRANGEMENT - A display arrangement includes at least two banners adapted to be displayed side-by side to form a continuous display. Adjacent edges of the banners are adapted to overlap one another by a predetermined overlap area. The overlap area of one banner bears identical material to the overlap area of the other banner. Each banner is secured to a first rod along another edge and these rods are adapted to connect together in such a way that the banners are retained in a side-by-side relationship with said predetermined overlap banner areas overlapping one another. This forms a continuous display across the two banners so that the display arrangement gives the appearance of comprising only a single banner, the joint between the banners being difficult to discern. In some embodiments, one of the banners is secured to a roller-banner stand that is adapted to connect to and thereby support the other banner. | 08-30-2012 |
20120297651 | CURVED DISPLAY ARRANGEMENT - A display arrangement comprises a banner, one edge of which is secured to a hollow, flexible rod. A spring arrangement is located within the rod. The spring arrangement comprises a spring that extends along a predetermined length of the rod and an elastic band that is looped through the length of the rod down the interior of the spring and around the exterior of the rod. The banner may be curved and posed by flexing the rod at the location of the spring. This curve is then retained in the banner by a balancing tension in the exterior portion of the elastic band between the ends of the rod. In some embodiments, the display arrangement is connected to one or more similar arrangements so that their banners form a continuous display. | 11-29-2012 |
20130255121 | DOUBLE WIDE POLE BRACKET AND BANNER SYSTEM - A double wide pole bracket and banner system is used to apply banners to poles. The double wide pole bracket system uses slotted, typically steel channel brackets that are affixed to the pole using long, slotted hose clamps with Neoprene pads to protect the pole and prevent slipping. The banner itself can be designed to attach to the brackets with zip ties with a reinforced cutout in the center of the top and bottom hem that permits mounting without infringing on the view of the banner's content. The double wide pole bracket and banner system permits a significantly wider, stronger and more taut pole bracket and banner solution as compared to conventional solutions. The banners can be, for example, as wide as five feet of continuous banner, making the message visible and understandable. | 10-03-2013 |