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Theftproof merchandise display having multiple tiers with sequential operating means
Assignee: Frank Mayer & Associates Inc
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Filing: 1969-06-10
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Granted: 1971-06-08
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Expires: 1989-06-10
Abstract
Abstract A merchandise display device having a plurality of tiers for supporting merchandise, each tier comprising a pair of vertically spaced support members for holding merchandise therebetween, the support members of each set of tiers being separable to release the merchandise. Means are provided for sequentially locking and unlocking the tiers and this means includes a single lever by means of which the operation of the tiers can be readily accomplished.
Inventors
- 👤 Louis John Crosslen
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 16:26
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47F; A47F1/00; A47F1/04; A47F1/08; A47F1/10; A47F5/00; A47F5/02; A47F5/04; A47F5/05
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
131 words
A theftproof merchandise display comprising a vertical support shaft, a plurality of tiers rotatably mounted on said support shaft and for supporting merchandise, each tier comprising a pair of vertically spaced support members having cooperable means for releasably supporting merchandise between said members, the support members of adjacent tiers being fixed together, interengaging means between the support members of each tier for permitting limited relative separation therebetween, shiftable means supported above said tiers and on said support shaft, and connecting means between said shiftable means and the uppermost support member for vertically positioning the latter upon shifting movement of said shiftable means, whereby when said uppermost support member is raised by said shiftable means, said interengaging means causes said tiers to be sequentially opened by separation of the support members thereof.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
131 words
A theftproof merchandise display comprising a vertical support shaft, a plurality of tiers rotatably mounted on said support shaft and for supporting merchandise, each tier comprising a pair of vertically spaced support members having cooperable means for releasably supporting merchandise between said members, the support members of adjacent tiers being fixed together, interengaging means between the support members of each tier for permitting limited relative separation therebetween, shiftable means supported above said tiers and on said support shaft, and connecting means between said shiftable means and the uppermost support member for vertically positioning the latter upon shifting movement of said shiftable means, whereby when said uppermost support member is raised by said shiftable means, said interengaging means causes said tiers to be sequentially opened by separation of the support members thereof.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
56 words
The display as defined in claim 1 further characterized in that said shiftable means comprises, a lever pivotally mounted on the upper end of said vertical support shaft and said connecting means includes a link between said lever and said uppermost support member, thereby said uppermost support member can be positively shifted in either vertical direction.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1974-06-07 | 1974-12-07 | 1975-06-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-07 | 1978-12-07 | 1979-06-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-07 | 1982-12-07 | 1983-06-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |