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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8069598 | Adjustable display board system An adjustable display board system comprises a display board, first and second grippers, first and second racks, and a handle. The first and second grippers are coupled to the display and include a plurality of teeth. The first and second racks are mounted to a rigi... | 12/06/2011 |
| 7555859 | Elevated sign system with ground level sign change-out capability A sign system particularly useful for point of purchase advertising that is elevated above the reach of shoppers. A slideable sign frame assembly carrying a sign is slideably attached to a normally hidden sign frame assembly supporting apparatus. The sign frame asse... | 07/07/2009 |
| 7549246 | Display device A display device includes a display, a frame, and two fixing members connecting the display to the frame. The frame includes two support arms, each of the support arms defines a longitudinal sliding slot, and the display is movable along the sliding slots of the fra... | 06/23/2009 |
| 7437843 | Banner mounting system Apparatus for mounting a banner from a support member at a display height above ground level includes upper and lower banner mounting arms that are capable of receiving and mounting a banner with the assistance of an operator located at ground level. ... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7377064 | Tower banner display system and apparatus A banner is displayed about a tower structure, such as a water tower, by a system that enables ready substitution or replacement of the banner, without the use of high-lift equipment. The fabric banner is segmented, of wind permeable stretchable fabric, and mounted ... | 05/27/2008 |
| 7334852 | Multiple configuration shelving system for displaying audio visual components A shelving system for displaying audio visual components that may be configured into multiple positions is disclosed. The system includes a base that supports a center platform disposed between right and left platforms. The center platform and the right and left pla... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7263791 | Display device A multi-image display device. Some embodiments include an alignment mechanism for correcting misalignments of an indicia, an image selector and a motion train, which form parts of the display device. ... | 09/04/2007 |
| 7249743 | Self-leveling sign hanger A device for raising and lowering a sign suspended from a ceiling, comprising a reversible motor adapted to be mounted to the ceiling at a first location; a sign carrier for holding a sign to be suspended from the ceiling; and a line running from the motor, to the s... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7237351 | Changeable display sign system A changeable display sign system which comprises a track component having a mechanism for securing track component horizontally to a support surface, a plurality of indicia panels and a mechanism for suspending the indicia panels in a removable manner from the track... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7193529 | Traffic signal failure notification system A signaling system includes a housing that has monolithically formed sides defining a cavity therebetween and an open rear face. A pair of U-shaped guide rails are fastened to the housing and extend vertically away therefrom along a longitudinal length of the system... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7187301 | Traffic light prediction system A traffic system that helps a driver to save gasoline by avoiding red light or by decelerating before a red light. It predicts the colors of a traffic light and informs about the future traffic light colors that will happen to a driver. The system comprising a sub-c... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7165688 | Retractable hanging apparatus A retractable hanging apparatus that includes an engagement structure, such as a bar, upon which an article is hung or secured, with the engagement structure being suspended by one or more lines that are attached to a spring-biased roller assembly rotatably mounted ... | 01/23/2007 |
| 7121029 | Elevated sign system with lowering mechanism to enable ground level servicing A sign system is provided. The sign system has a hoisting mechanism for moving a sign between an access or servicing position near ground level and an elevated display position. The sign system includes a first set of guide members and a second set of guide members ... | 10/17/2006 |
| 7117620 | Banner mount A banner mount for hanging a banner between first and second surfaces is provided. The banner mount utilizes a single rope to couple a banner having a pair of support brackets to the first and second surfaces. Disposed on the first and second surfaces as well as cou... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7086190 | Display system for suspending visuals for exhibit, training or advertising A display system for suspending visuals for exhibit, training or advertising made up of an assembly of commercially available items, and used to display a banner or sign in a manner that is particularly useful on the set of a local television station. One embodiment... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7080474 | Device for and method of displaying messages A message display device is provided which includes a portable control unit having electric power supplied externally. A timing device is provided which controls opening and closing of a hinged member, for example a car hood. The hinged member is attached with a vis... | 07/25/2006 |
| 7007420 | Barricade sign The present invention provides a barricade sign that is compact, portable, safe, durable, versatile, and weather/wind resistant. The barricade sign distinguishes a base and a lid that are pivotally connected together. The base supports the lid and has a compartment ... | 03/07/2006 |
| 7000344 | Up-and-down display sign A sign display apparatus. The apparatus includes a moveable display face for displaying information; a stationary display body having a source of illumination for the display face when the display face is in a position over the display body; and a drive mechanism co... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6877621 | Storage cover apparatus 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 guid... | 04/12/2005 |
| 6826861 | Temporary sign system A sign system that is suitable for temporary use. A plurality of frame assemblies are provided which are secured at a desired site. A banner bearing a predetermined image to be displayed is securable to a number of frame assemblies and is erectable to a display posi... | 12/07/2004 |
| 6785990 | Device for and method of displaying messages A device for and method of displaying messages is provided which includes a portable control cabinet having electric power supplied externally. A timing device is provided which controls opening and closing of a hinged member, for example a car hood. The hinged memb... | 09/07/2004 |
| 6775936 | Movable display sign A display sign can be moved easily for access behind where the display sign had been, and easily restored to its original position, without having to unattach and reattach the sign. ... | 08/17/2004 |
| RE38463 | Sign suspension system A remote-controlled motor-driven drum is provided to wind and unwind a cord which holds a self-balancing sign carrier. The sign carrier, which has telescoping rails, is adjustable in width. Its center rail includes two sheaves to receive the cord and lead it from th... | 03/16/2004 |
| 6701650 | Sign suspension system A remote-controlled motor-driven drum is provided to wind and unwind a cord which holds a self-balancing sign carrier. The sign carrier, which has telescoping rails, is adjustable in width. Its center rail includes two sheaves to receive the cord and lead... | 03/09/2004 |
| 6665968 | Pole with lifting mount and banner display A support pole for raising and lowering a supported object between a lower position and an elevated position is disclosed. The support pole includes an elongate pole and a carriage mounted for translational movement up and down the pole. Carriage locks at... | 12/23/2003 |
| 6659496 | Trailer for hauling recreational and advertising equipment A trailer with a base having a front, a rear, and an axle. An upper frame pivotably coupled to the base frame and longer than the base frame. A towing tongue is coupled to the front of the upper frame.... | 12/09/2003 |
| 6634610 | Retractable self-leveling ceiling sign hanger A self-leveling sign hanging device having a housing hung from the structural support members of suspended ceilings. A cable is stored in the housing on a wind up reel. A spring applies a force to the reel to wind the cable on the reel. The cable exits an... | 10/21/2003 |
| 6591528 | Suspension device for a sheet-shaped information medium A suspension device for attaching a sheet-shaped information medium to a wall including a first end wall element and a second end wall element carrying an end pulley each configured to be mounted onto a surface. The device further includes an upper bar ca... | 07/15/2003 |
| 6557285 | Hanging sign and support A hanging sign support has at least one housing supported by a mounting surface. The housing has an interior portion and a cord opening into the interior portion. A recoil mechanism is arranged to cooperate with the interior portion of each of the housing... | 05/06/2003 |
| 6470611 | Two-position vertically adjustable sign A two-position vertically adjustable sign system is used for mounting display media to an associated vertically oriented rack or shelf. The adjustable sign system includes a frame having upper and lower frame members for supporting the media. The system f... | 10/29/2002 |
| 6453633 | Overhead panel installations Light weight, foamed panels are suspended in spaced relation above the floor of an arena to create "privacy zones" which facilitate discussion and concentration on details. In the prior art, attachment of the panels to mounting rods was predicated on ceme... | 09/24/2002 |
| 6412203 | Elevatable signboard system for highway vehicles An elevatable multi-function signboard system for highway vehicles, such as pavement/roadway sweepers, carries a warning/signal system that can be moved between a lowered position and an elevated position. In the lowered position, the signboard also funct... | 07/02/2002 |
| 6332283 | Indicating mechanism A price totem includes a carriage for carrying the display numbers at one or more vertical spaced number locations. The carriage has upper and lower portions which can be collapsed relative to each other enabling the construction of a large carriage which... | 12/25/2001 |
| 6327803 | Banner display system A system for raising and lowering an object such as a banner or sign that includes a ceiling unit, that has an axle, and at least two lines connected to the axle in a manner to allow the lines to wind on the axle and thereby moving the object toward and a... | 12/11/2001 |
| 6055754 | Device for mounting large posters on a building A large poster mounting frame is provided for displaying a poster along the wall of a building structure. The poster mounting frame comprises a pair of vertical side guide rails and a support rail extending between and connecting the two side guide rails.... | 05/02/2000 |
| 6003697 | Support assembly for attaching a sign A support assembly for attaching a sign to a pallet rack which contains a bracket and a support body slidably connected to the bracket. The bracket may be fixed in place upon a pallet rack, and the support body may be raised with respect to the fixed brac... | 12/21/1999 |
| 5946869 | Garage door assembly A garage door decorative cover assembly for use on an exterior surface of a garage door made of a plurality of door panels permitted to rotate relative to each other when the garage door moves from a closed position to an open position includes at least o... | 09/07/1999 |
| 5941001 | Device for accomodating a planiform advertising carrier Device for accommodating a planiform advertising carrier, for example an advertising carrier consisting of foil or similar material. The advertising carrier is tenterable between two bars (5, 6) whereas the bars (5, 6) are relative to each other movably a... | 08/24/1999 |
| 5870845 | Banner display system A ceiling mounted unit is provided to wind and unwind lines which suspend an overhead sign. The lines are connected to a shaft in the ceiling unit which is rotated by a motor, raising and lowering the sign suspended by the lines. A brake is provided to pr... | 02/16/1999 |
| 5809930 | Flagpole rotation device A flagpole rotation device comprised of an upper collar having two U-shaped portions. The two U-shaped portions are adapted for securement around a flag pole. The two U-shaped portions are tightly secured around the flagpole. The device contains a rotator... | 09/22/1998 |
