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US3579886A
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Picture frame mounting construction
Assignee: Ovitron Corp
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Filing: 1970-05-04
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Granted: 1971-05-25
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Expires: 1990-05-04
Abstract
Abstract A low-cost picture frame assembly includes a stretch frame onto which a print, lithograph or the like is initially secured such as by an adhesive substance provided over at least a portion of one surface of the stretch frame. The inner frame having the print secured thereto is frictionally engaged by means of locking means provided on one of the frames, to thereby unite the two frames into the desired assembly.
Inventors
- 👤 George T Hughes
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 06:54
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/06; G; G09; G09F; G09F1/00; G09F1/10; G09F1/12
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
119 words
A unitary picture frame assembly comprising an inner frame including a first peripheral surface having means for securing an image-carrying surface provided over at least a portion thereof, and a second peripheral surface perpendicular to said first peripheral surface, an outer decorative frame having an inner peripheral surface and a peripheral flange extending substantially perpendicularly therefrom, and locking means including flexible tab means provided on said second peripheral surface of said inner frame and having a free end extending therefrom for frictionally engaging the inner periphery of said outer decorative frame, for retaining said inner frame to said outer frame and form said unitary assembly with said peripheral flange bearing on said first peripheral surface of said inner frame.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
119 words
A unitary picture frame assembly comprising an inner frame including a first peripheral surface having means for securing an image-carrying surface provided over at least a portion thereof, and a second peripheral surface perpendicular to said first peripheral surface, an outer decorative frame having an inner peripheral surface and a peripheral flange extending substantially perpendicularly therefrom, and locking means including flexible tab means provided on said second peripheral surface of said inner frame and having a free end extending therefrom for frictionally engaging the inner periphery of said outer decorative frame, for retaining said inner frame to said outer frame and form said unitary assembly with said peripheral flange bearing on said first peripheral surface of said inner frame.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
The frame assembly of claim 1, in which said securing means comprises an adhesive substance arranged over said first peripheral surface of said inner frame.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
42 words
The frame assembly of claim 2, in which said adhesive substance is a pressure-sensitive adhesive, and said outer frame peripheral flange engages said inner frame adhesive-carrying portion to maintain pressure on the border of the image surface and said adhesive carrying portion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
54 words
The frame assembly of claim 2, in which said inner frame comprises four arms respectively interconnected at their ends to define an inner opening, said adhesive substance being placed over an image-receiving first peripheral surface of each of said arms, said flexible tab means being located adjacent the ends of each of said arms.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
33 words
The assembly of claim 4, further comprising four corner means for connecting adjacent ones of said arms, said tab means being secured at another of its ends to each of said corner means.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-05-24 | 1974-11-23 | 1975-05-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-05-24 | 1978-11-23 | 1979-05-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-05-24 | 1982-11-23 | 1983-05-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |