US3958351A
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Modular sign support assembly
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-11-25
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Granted: 1976-05-25
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Expires: 1994-11-25
Abstract
Abstract The present invention relates to a modular sign support assembly wherein duplicate units of the sign support assembly may be integrated to form a sign support structure that supports one or more signs in any number of configurations or orientations. Each sign support assembly includes a base support member that is adapted to be secured adjacent an upright pole and further includes a cantilever beam having a sign mounting frame structure secured thereto and adapted to receive and support at least one sign.
Inventors
- 👤 Mike Summey
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 11:11
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09F; G09F7/00; G09F7/18; G09F2007/1804; G09F2007/1808
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
267 words
A modular sign support assembly for supporting sign means for an upright generally cylindrical shaped pole, said modular sign supporting assembly comprising: a base support unit including a planar plate structure; fitting means secured to the back of said base support unit for stablizing said base support unit relative to said pole, said fitting means including a generally arcuate shaped back portion having a plurality of vertically spaced ribs, each rib being fixed to the back of said base support unit and having an arcuate shaped back edge formed thereon which normally engages the circumference of said pole when said base support unit is disposed and held adjacent thereto, whereby said fitting means enables said base support unit to be held in a stable relationship adjacent said upright pole; connecting means secured to said base support unit and extending therefrom for securely stationing said base support unit to said pole; cantilever beam means fixed to said base support unit and extending therefrom; brace means extending between said planar plate support and said cantilever beam means for supporting said cantilever beam means relatively to said planar plate structure; and mounting frame means fixed to said cantilever beam means for receiving sign means and supporting the same outwardly of said upright pole, said mounting frame means including at least two vertical support members operatively supported by said cantilever beam means on each side thereof and extending in generally parallel relationship with the axis of said pole, respective vertical members on each of said cantilever beam means being laterally spaced and adapted to receive and support at least one sign.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
267 words
A modular sign support assembly for supporting sign means for an upright generally cylindrical shaped pole, said modular sign supporting assembly comprising: a base support unit including a planar plate structure; fitting means secured to the back of said base support unit for stablizing said base support unit relative to said pole, said fitting means including a generally arcuate shaped back portion having a plurality of vertically spaced ribs, each rib being fixed to the back of said base support unit and having an arcuate shaped back edge formed thereon which normally engages the circumference of said pole when said base support unit is disposed and held adjacent thereto, whereby said fitting means enables said base support unit to be held in a stable relationship adjacent said upright pole; connecting means secured to said base support unit and extending therefrom for securely stationing said base support unit to said pole; cantilever beam means fixed to said base support unit and extending therefrom; brace means extending between said planar plate support and said cantilever beam means for supporting said cantilever beam means relatively to said planar plate structure; and mounting frame means fixed to said cantilever beam means for receiving sign means and supporting the same outwardly of said upright pole, said mounting frame means including at least two vertical support members operatively supported by said cantilever beam means on each side thereof and extending in generally parallel relationship with the axis of said pole, respective vertical members on each of said cantilever beam means being laterally spaced and adapted to receive and support at least one sign.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
48 words
The modular sign support assembly of claim 1 wherein said connecting means for securedly stationing said base support unit to said pole includes a plurality of bolts adapted to extend through said base support unit and to engage said pole for holding said base support unit adjacent thereto.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
85 words
The modular sign support assembly of claim 1 wherein said connecting means for securedly stationing said base support unit to said pole includes a plurality of U-bolts, each U-bolt being adapted to encompass said pole and to extend through said planar plate support structure of said base support unit where the terminal ends thereof are threaded and adapted to receive nuts, whereby said planar plate structure may be securedly stationed adjacent said pole by tightening the nuts on the threaded terminal ends of said U-bolts.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
51 words
The modular sign support assembly of claim 3 including a plurality of bracket members secured to said cantilever beam means for supporting said vertical sign support members adjacent said cantilever beam means and further including bolt means adapted to connect each of said bracket members to said vertical sign mounting member.
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) | 1979-05-25 | 1979-11-24 | 1980-05-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-05-25 | 1983-11-24 | 1984-05-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-05-25 | 1987-11-24 | 1988-05-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |