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US4205471A
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Double faced sign with perimeter mounting flanges
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-11-23
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Granted: 1980-06-03
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Expires: 1997-11-23
Abstract
Abstract An illuminated display means is shown having, in combination, a support and a double faced sign frame. The structure includes a support having rigid arms for holding the sign frame in a generally vertical position for display of both of the faces thereof. The sign frame is formed of an extruded aluminum strip that is shaped to have protruding flange means adapted to slide into engagement with rigid arms on the support to permit easy and quick assembly of the sign frame on its support means. Preferably, a vertical support post is provided having the rigid arms extending horizontally therefrom on both sides of the post to provide a balanced multiple sign display.
Inventors
- 👤 Kelly R. Coleman
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 12:58
CPC Classifications
G; G09; G09F; G09F13/00; G09F13/04; G09F13/0413; G09F13/0418; G09F13/0454
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
115 words
A double faced sign comprising a closed perimeter frame having two spaced-apart, parallel, straight sections; two opposed, spaced-apart generally coextensive display faces supported along their edges by the perimeter frame; a stationary mounting flange structure permanently fixed to said frame, said mounting flange structure having side walls projecting outwardly from each of said straight sections in the plane of said frame; and support means for supporting said sign in a vertical position, said support means including two fixed, spaced-apart parallel arms each of which is in slidable engagement with the side walls of one of said straight sections whereby said frame is mounted and demounted by being slid into and out of said support means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
115 words
A double faced sign comprising a closed perimeter frame having two spaced-apart, parallel, straight sections; two opposed, spaced-apart generally coextensive display faces supported along their edges by the perimeter frame; a stationary mounting flange structure permanently fixed to said frame, said mounting flange structure having side walls projecting outwardly from each of said straight sections in the plane of said frame; and support means for supporting said sign in a vertical position, said support means including two fixed, spaced-apart parallel arms each of which is in slidable engagement with the side walls of one of said straight sections whereby said frame is mounted and demounted by being slid into and out of said support means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
32 words
A sign as in claim 1 wherein said mounting flange structure includes two spaced apart parallel webs, said side walls being constituted by the surfaces of said webs which face each other.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
69 words
A sign as in claim 2 wherein said frame is rectangular, wherein said mounting flange and side walls extend completely around the periphery of said frame and wherein said support means includes a third arm extending transversely to and connected to said two arms, said third arm engaging the side walls which project from the corresponding edge of said frame when said frame is slid into said support means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
A sign as in claim 3 including illuminating means within said frame for back-lighting said display faces, said display faces being translucent.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
32 words
A sign as in claim 3 wherein said support means includes a vertical post having a lower end for setting into the ground and having an upper end connected to said arms.
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) | 1983-06-03 | 1983-12-03 | 1984-06-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-06-03 | 1987-12-03 | 1988-06-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-06-03 | 1991-12-03 | 1992-06-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |