US3856146A
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Hanging merchandise display and containing apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-06-25
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Granted: 1974-12-24
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Expires: 1993-06-25
Abstract
Abstract A merchandise display apparatus adapted to contain merchandise and display typical installations of the merchandise. The apparatus is supported by a frame structure which is generally Ushaped, being comprised of two sections one for display, and the other containing shelving for storage. The shelving extends from one side of the U-shaped frame to the other side and is cooperatively engaged and supported by both sides. The display section is designed so that typical hanging merchandise can be displayed along with hardware as it would appear when assembled.
Inventors
- 👤 I Levine
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 09:36
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47F; A47F7/00; A47F5/00; A47F5/0018
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
276 words
A merchandise display apparatus for displaying and storing hangiNg bead strands, elongated hardware members, bagged merchandise and accessories comprising: a. a back frame, including an upper and lower portion wherein said upper portion has horizontal and vertical members which divide said upper portion into areas which may receive portions of completed hanging merchandise assemblies, means for coupling portions of said elongated hardware members to said upper portion, and means for suspending a multiple quantity of hanging bead strands from said upper portion, and wherein said lower portion has horizontal members which may receive and support shelving; b. a pair of end frames, each comprised of an upper and lower pair, coupled to opposite ends of said back frame thereby forming a substantially U-shaped structure, wherein said upper portion has horizontal members which divide said end frame into an area which may receive portions of completed hanging merchandise assemblies, means for coupling portions of said elongated hardware members to said end frame and means for suspending accessories from said end frame within the opening of the U-shaped structure and wherein said lower portion has inclined members for supporting shelving; c. a plurality of shelves disposed in said lower portion and supported by said inclined members in said end frames and said horizontal members in said back frame, wherein at least one of said shelves is sloped downward towards said back frame whereby bagged hanging merchandise will remain secured on said sloped shelf; and d. a side rack having five enclosed sides and one open side being coupled to said lower portion of said end frame, said side rack adapted to receive and contain said elongated hardware members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
276 words
A merchandise display apparatus for displaying and storing hangiNg bead strands, elongated hardware members, bagged merchandise and accessories comprising: a. a back frame, including an upper and lower portion wherein said upper portion has horizontal and vertical members which divide said upper portion into areas which may receive portions of completed hanging merchandise assemblies, means for coupling portions of said elongated hardware members to said upper portion, and means for suspending a multiple quantity of hanging bead strands from said upper portion, and wherein said lower portion has horizontal members which may receive and support shelving; b. a pair of end frames, each comprised of an upper and lower pair, coupled to opposite ends of said back frame thereby forming a substantially U-shaped structure, wherein said upper portion has horizontal members which divide said end frame into an area which may receive portions of completed hanging merchandise assemblies, means for coupling portions of said elongated hardware members to said end frame and means for suspending accessories from said end frame within the opening of the U-shaped structure and wherein said lower portion has inclined members for supporting shelving; c. a plurality of shelves disposed in said lower portion and supported by said inclined members in said end frames and said horizontal members in said back frame, wherein at least one of said shelves is sloped downward towards said back frame whereby bagged hanging merchandise will remain secured on said sloped shelf; and d. a side rack having five enclosed sides and one open side being coupled to said lower portion of said end frame, said side rack adapted to receive and contain said elongated hardware members.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-12-23 | 1978-06-24 | 1978-12-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-12-23 | 1982-06-24 | 1982-12-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-12-23 | 1986-06-24 | 1986-12-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |