EP0777898B1 - Proof-of-entry device and badge - Google Patents

Abstract

A proof-of-use device made of a thick fibrous sheet such as paperboard has manually tearable perforation defining an invalidation component on one side of the perforation and a basic component on the other side of the perforated region. The basic component has a front surface adaptable to receiving a badge image. A flexible region formed in the basic component defines a hinge along which the basic component is bendable over on itself. An attaching component is applied to at least one selected region of the basic component. Depending on configuration the attaching component may be on the front or back of the basic component. The attaching component and the hinge make the basic component attachable for wearing to display the badge image.

Description

The present invention relates to proof of entry with a basic element and a cancellation element. Furthermore The invention relates to a badge, in particular is suitable for proof of admission.

Proof of entry, like tickets, is known with a Basic element and a cancellation element, which are purchased together will. When validating the admission certificate the validation element is then removed from the basic element. Especially at exhibitions and such. Events has recently gone over to the To design the basic element so that the purchaser of the Proof of admission remains a souvenir. For example, a basic element designed as a postcard. Such basic elements of proof of entry are enjoying increasing Popularity and are even traded as collectibles.

U.S. Patent No. 4,980,679 describes a badge with a display that shows patterns that change over time.

The present invention has for its object a to provide validated proof of entry, whereby proof of entry is a relatively high-quality basic element should have that as simple as possible can be put.

This task comes with proof of entry with the characteristics of the corresponding claims.

In addition, the present invention is based on the object an easy to manufacture, space-saving and easy to attach badge to provide, in particular suitable for proof of entry according to the invention is.

This task is accomplished with a badge with the characteristics the corresponding claims.

The present invention is based on the idea of a Proof of entry with a badge as a basic element and to provide a validation element attached to it, which can preferably be removed from the pin. In In a preferred embodiment, the cancellation element acts optically together with the badge, e.g. if the validation element as a mat and / or frame or part the same for a motif located on the pin is.

A pin and a cancellation element are preferred according to of the present invention in one piece, e.g. from a suitable plastic, metal or cardboard.

The validation element further preferably has a chip, Magnetic stripe, a holographic image and / or a barcode for devaluation. With such elements the validation is done automatically by suitable readers. The cancellation element is preferably from the badge removable so that it is separated from the pin in one Reader can be performed and withheld or canceled becomes. In the case of reusable elements such as chips or Magnetic stripes, the validation elements remain on the badge or can be attached to them again.

A badge according to the invention, particularly for the invention Proof of admission is suitable Motif carrier and a counterholder on that stretched in particular and when using the badge on each other to be closed to form a retaining clip. In doing so by a holding element in the folded position held.

Figur 1

eine Vorderansicht einer ersten Ausführungsform eines erfindungsgemäßen Eintrittsnachweises,

Figur 2

eine Seitenansicht des Eintrittsnachweises gemäß Figur 1

Figur 3

eine Rückansicht einer zweiten Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Eintrittsnachweises,

Figur 4

eine Seitenansicht des Eintrittsnachweises gemäß Figur 3,

Figur 5

eine Rückansicht einer dritten Ausführungsform des erfindungsgemäßen Eintrittsnachweises,

Figur 6

eine Seitenansicht des Eintrittsnachweises gemäß Figur 5,

Figur 7

eine detaillierte Rückansicht eines Ansteckers des Eintrittsnachweises gemäß Figur 1,

Figur 8

eine Vorderansicht des Ansteckers gemäß Figur 7,

Figur 9

einen Teilschnitt entlang B-B in Figur 8,

Figur 10

eine Einzelheit des Ansteckers gemäß Figur 9,

Figur 11

ein Federelement für einen Anstecker gemäß Figur 9,

Figur 12

eine Rückansicht einer ersten Ausführungsform eines erfindungsgemäßen Ansteckers, insbesondere für den erfindungsgemäßen Eintrittsnachweis,

Figur 13

eine Seitenansicht des Ansteckers gemäß Figur 12 in ungeklapptem Zustand,

Figur 14

eine Seitenansicht des Ansteckers gemäß Figur 12 in geklapptem Zustand,

Figur 15

eine Einzelheit des Ansteckers gemäß Figur 12 vor dem Zusammensetzen,

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eine Vorderansicht auf eine weitere Ausführungsform eines erfindungsgemäßen Ansteckers, insbesondere für den erfindungsgemäßen Eintrittsnachweis,

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einen Längsschnitt durch den Anstecker gemäß Figur 16,

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eine Einzelheit eines Schnitts entlang A-A in Figur 16,

Figur 19

eine Vorderansicht auf eine weitere Ausführungsform eines erfindungsgemäßen Eintrittsnachweises mit einem weiteren erfindungsgemäßen Anstecker und einem daran angeordneten Entwertungselement,

Figur 20

einen Längsschnitt durch den Eintrittsnachweis gemäß Figur 19,

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einen Längsschnitt des Ansteckers gemäß Figur 19 in geklapptem Zustand,

Figur 22

eine Vorderansicht auf eine weitere Ausführungsform eines erfindungsgemäßen Eintrittsnachweises mit einem weiteren erfindungsgemäßen Anstecker und einem daran angeordneten Entwertungselement,

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einen Längsschnitt durch den Eintrittsnachweis gemäß Figur 22, wenn der Anstecker von dem Entwertungselement getrennt ist,

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eine schematische Darstellung des Klappens des Ansteckers gemäß Figur 22 und

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einen Längsschnitt durch den Anstecker gemäß Figur 22 in geklapptem Zustand.

The objects, advantages and features of the invention are explained in more detail below on the basis of examples and with reference to the drawing. Show it:

Figure 1

2 shows a front view of a first embodiment of an entry certificate according to the invention,

Figure 2

a side view of the admission proof according to Figure 1

Figure 3

2 shows a rear view of a second embodiment of the entry certificate according to the invention,

Figure 4

3 shows a side view of the proof of admission according to FIG. 3,

Figure 5

3 shows a rear view of a third embodiment of the entry certificate according to the invention,

Figure 6

2 shows a side view of the entry certificate according to FIG. 5,

Figure 7

2 shows a detailed rear view of a badge of the entry certificate according to FIG. 1,

Figure 8

6 shows a front view of the badge according to FIG. 7,

Figure 9

8 shows a partial section along BB in FIG. 8,

Figure 10

a detail of the pin according to Figure 9,

Figure 11

a spring element for a pin according to Figure 9,

Figure 12

3 shows a rear view of a first embodiment of a badge according to the invention, in particular for the proof of entry according to the invention,

Figure 13

12 shows a side view of the badge according to FIG. 12 in the unfolded state,

Figure 14

12 shows a side view of the badge according to FIG. 12 in the folded state,

Figure 15

a detail of the pin according to Figure 12 before assembly,

Figure 16

2 shows a front view of a further embodiment of a badge according to the invention, in particular for the proof of entry according to the invention,

Figure 17

6 shows a longitudinal section through the badge according to FIG. 16,

Figure 18

a detail of a section along AA in Figure 16,

Figure 19

2 shows a front view of a further embodiment of an entry certificate according to the invention with a further badge according to the invention and a cancellation element arranged thereon,

Figure 20

19 shows a longitudinal section through the entry certificate according to FIG. 19,

Figure 21

19 shows a longitudinal section of the badge according to FIG. 19 in the folded state,

Figure 22

2 shows a front view of a further embodiment of an entry certificate according to the invention with a further badge according to the invention and a cancellation element arranged thereon,

Figure 23

22 shows a longitudinal section through the entry certificate according to FIG. 22 when the badge is separated from the cancellation element,

Figure 24

a schematic representation of the folding of the badge according to Figure 22 and

Figure 25

a longitudinal section through the pin according to Figure 22 in the folded state.

Figures 1 to 6 show proof of entry according to the invention 1 with different plugs 2 and different Cancellation elements 3. According to Figures 1 and 2 on a pin 2a, e.g. on the back, a cancellation element 3a attached. The pin 2a instructs its front, e.g. in one trained in the front Pocket, a motif (not shown). This Motif can e.g. be a printed or enamelled picture, that e.g. an object of an exhibition, demonstration, Performance, event, etc., for which the invention Proof of admission is purchased.

The pin 2a can be made of suitable plastic, cardboard, brass, Zinc etc. and e.g. by spraying, pouring or punching out be made. The cancellation element 3a covers preferably in the front shown in FIG. or rear view at least the width and / or length the button 2a. This enables proof of entry when stacked flat in a dispenser guided from the above sides of the cancellation elements 3a or that a stock of multiple proof of entry e.g. hang together on their devaluation elements and can be separated by perforations.

The cancellation element 3a is preferably a printed cardboard and is attached to the pin with an adhesive adhesive 2a attached, so that an easy pull off the pin 2a before or during validation is guaranteed, without residues of the adhesive sticking to pin 2a. However, it is also possible that the cancellation element in other ways, e.g. by means of a perforation with which Pin is formed in one piece and / or when devaluing of proof of admission demolished, punched or by insertion the one with a chip, magnetic stripe, holographic Image or barcode provided cancellation element canceled becomes.

Further embodiments of proof of entry according to the invention 1b and 1c show Figures 3 and 4 and 5 and 6. With pins 2b, 2c shown there is a cancellation element 3b, 3c attached to the front. The has the advantage over the proof of entry 1a that the Proof of entry 1b or 1c before validation can be attached to a garment. This process will be described in more detail later.

The pins 2b and 2c are stretched in an advantageous manner or unfolded and on a corresponding Cancellation element 3b or 3c applied, as shown. This has the great advantage that the badge can be easily manufactured and only a small space take and therefore better, especially lying on top of each other, can be stored. After handing over such Proof of entry can be made easier by the user Way together with the appropriate cancellation element to be attached to a garment. After that is the cancellation by removing the cancellation element, e.g. by the operating personnel.

The pins 2b and 2c have motifs (not shown) their fronts. The cancellation element 3b or 3c can interact optically with these motifs. That's the way it is preferred that the cancellation elements 3b, 3c in the form of a surrounding the front of the badge 2b, 2c Passepartouts are trained. the viewing window that comes with it allows a view of the front of the badge 2b, 2c, is preferably punched out or with a provided transparent film. A film preferably has the adhesive adhesive, by means of which the cancellation element 3b, 3c is applied to the badge 2b, 2c.

Figures 7 to 10 show the badge 2a of the entry certificate 1a in detail. According to Figure 7 is behind a motif 4a, a counter holder 5a is attached via a spring joint 6a. As also shown in Figures 9 to 11, made possible the formation of the spring joint 6a with the arrangement a spring 7a that the counter holder 5a, e.g. with his convex lower end 5a 'against the back of the motif support 4a is pressed. A free leg above the joint 6a enables the user to counterhold 5a the spring force of the spring 7a from the motif support 4a for connection to spread the pin 2a away.

Figures 8 and 9 show that the motif support 4a preferred in the front is formed with a pocket in which a (not shown) motif can be arranged.

Figures 12 to 15 show an embodiment of the invention Pin 2b, in particular for the invention Proof of admission is suitable. Here are a Motif carrier 4b and a counter holder 5b via a joint 6b connected with each other. The motif carrier 4b and Counterholder 5b is preferably more rigid than that connecting joint 6b.

Figure 13 shows a preferred embodiment of such Badge 2b. The motif carrier 4b and Bracket 5b e.g. by welded or glued together Sheets formed, giving them sufficient rigidity gives. Here, e.g. such a badge 2b have the character of a credit card. The joint 6b is however, preferably formed from only one film, which is why it elastic against the motif support 4b and the counter support 5b and / or is plastically bendable. The stiffness the motif support 4b and the counter holder 5b is preferred alternatively achieved by rigid plates that by means of a deformable hinge 6b, e.g. an aluminum foil, a film hinge or a thin spot are.

In a suitable place on the back of the motif holder 4b and / or the counter holder 5b is a holding element 7b arranged essentially adjacent to the joint 6b. Here preferably has this holding element 7b, as shown multiple functions. For one, it can act as a spacer serve between the motif support 4b and the counter support 5b, if the counter holder 5b behind the back of the motif holder 4b is folded, as shown in Figure 14. This ensures that between the motif support 4b and the counterholder 5b, a space remains which the plugging in of the Pin 2b to a garment, e.g. a lapel a jacket. On the other hand, the holding element 7b on the surface exposed in the unfolded state e.g. an adhesive adhesive, e.g. in this condition is covered with a peel-off film. Before plugging in of the badge 2b must then remove the peel from the holding element 7b are subtracted, which fixes the motif holder 4b and the counter holder 5b in the folded state, such as shown in Figure 14 guaranteed. The holding member 7b is preferably an elastic material, e.g. a polyurethane foam, Foam rubber or a dense foam be.

FIGS. 13 to 15 show an example of how a motif 9b e.g. can be enclosed between two foils 8b and forms a motif support 4b. At least the film should be transparent on the front of the motif support 4b be. The films 8b are preferably adhesive on the inside or in the places where they are directly opposite each other, welded. However, it is also conceivable that only a motif 9b fixedly arranged on a film 8b to the motif carrier 4b gives the necessary strength. The counter holder 5b is formed by two films 8b and the joint 6b in a more preferred and advantageously by one as shown.

The foils 8b are preferred in the illustrated embodiment 0.5 mm thick. The motif 9b is preferably a printed one Cardboard, such as Chromolux with approx. 120 g.

FIGS. 16 to 18 show a further embodiment of a badge 2c according to the invention, which the inventive Principle for a particularly suitable pin clarified and especially for proof of entry according to the invention suitable is.

Here too there is a motif carrier 4c with a counterholder 5c, both of which are relatively rigid or rigid, via a flexible Joint 6c connected to each other. In addition, both Parts preferably via a holding element 7c in a folded Condition fixed.

In an embodiment of such a badge 2c in Plastic, the hinge 6c is preferably a film hinge or a thin spot. The motif carrier 4c preferably has a bag, as can be seen in Figure 17. Further is the holding element 7c, 7c 'preferably by an undercut Pin 7c formed on the counter holder 5c, wherein the pin 7c when folding the motif support 4c and the counter holder 5c in a corresponding window 7c ' intervenes. As also shown, there are preferably several Pins 7c and several windows 7c 'are provided. There are however, other holding elements that fix the Motif carrier 4c and the counter holder 5c in folded Ensure condition, such as a push button, an adhesive cushion, etc., conceivable. In the example shown points the pin 7c shown in FIG. 17 is only an undercut down when not folded up. A such training facilitates the insertion of the pin 7c in the recess 7c '. The recess 7c 'has at least a paragraph on the undercut of the Pin 7c cooperates positively in the assembled state.

The counter holder 5c preferably has a corrugation 10c, which slips a wearer's finger when attached to prevent clothing. The counterhold also has 5c a convex element 5c 'near its free end, the further fixation of the badge 2c on the garment improved.

Figure 18 also shows an advantageous embodiment of the badge 2c, which give a relatively high quality impression should. The motif carrier 4c has on its sides a projection 4c 'on the inside, behind which a transparent Disc, e.g. made of 1 mm thick acrylic glass, snapped into place becomes. Between the motif carrier 4c and the disc The motif 9c can then be arranged 12c. In more advantageous Way is as shown in Figure 18 a slide opening 11c for the manufacture of the motif support 4c made of plastic.

FIGS. 19 to 21 show a further embodiment of a Proof of admission 1e according to the invention with another Embodiment of a badge 2e according to the invention. Here are in particular the badge 2e and a cancellation element 3e made together in one piece. Both are there Elements 2e, 3e e.g. composed of a suitable plastic produced. To separate the cancellation element easily 3c from the badge 2e, e.g. on a few places short webs 12e provided for Disconnect the cancellation element 3e from the badge 2e Need to become. Figure 19 is one of many possible Arrangements of the webs 12e shown in the shown Example should especially cause a motif support 4e and a counter-holder 5e in the non-devalued state if possible remain rigid in the cancellation element 3e.

Alternatively, between the badge 2e and the cancellation element 3e perforation possible.

As a joint 6e are permanent in the example shown bendable elements, such as preferably 2 metal strips 6e, embedded in the badge 2e, e.g. poured or put on. The metal strips 6e ensure permanent Bend of the counter holder 5e with respect to the motif carrier 4e, as shown in Figure 21.

FIGS. 22 to 25 show a further embodiment a proof of admission 1d according to the invention with a another embodiment of a badge according to the invention 2d. The badge 2d and a cancellation element 3d are easily detachably connected by means of webs 12d. Preferably they are made in one piece from one material. The release of the elements 2d, 3d shows in particular figure 23.

A counter holder 5d is preferred over a motif carrier 4d pivotable between them via film hinges 6d. There is also a window in the counter holder 5d with an intermediate element 11d provided that in the original condition closed is. The intermediate element 11d is opposite to that Bracket 5d via another preferred film hinge 6d swiveling. Are preferred at the appropriate places Adhesive points 13d on the counter holder 5d or on the back the motif carrier 4d arranged. In its original condition are preferably covered by a protective paper 14d, that if required, as shown in Figure 23, of the Adhesive spots 13d is peelable. That can be before or after Break out of the badge 2d from the cancellation element 3d happen.

Figures 24 and 25 illustrate how the intermediate piece 11d first pivoted onto the lower part of the counter holder 5d can be. It is then only liable on this basis The upper adhesive strip 13d shown in FIG. 23.

Then the entire counter-holder 15d together with the already folded intermediate piece 11d to the rear of the motif carrier 4d folded. A parallel arrangement of the counter holder 5d to the motif carrier 4d with the one in between To ensure located intermediate piece 11d is a spacer 15d provided, preferably about a width has, which corresponds to the thickness of the intermediate piece 11d.

By arranging a second adhesive strip 13d, which in Figure 23 is shown as the bottom, the motif carrier 4d adjacent surface of the intermediate piece 11d on the motif carrier 4d permanently attached. This results in a motif carrier 4d parallel spaced free end of the counter holder 5d to give the pin its clip shape.

The cancellation elements 3d, 3e according to FIGS. 19 to 23 are preferred on the front or back with chips, Magnetic stripes, holographic images and / or barcodes Mistake. When these items are attached to the front are, if necessary, they can advantageously in the decor of the cancellation element 3d, 3e. As a result, these functional elements can also be used achieve design effects.

All preferred elements described are according to the invention of the badge interchangeable or combinable.

A supply of entry documents preferably has several proof of entry according to the invention, lying flat on top of one another are stacked. Alternatively, a stock preferably shows several entry certificates releasably connected on e.g. are wound into a roll.

Claims (13)

1. Proof-of-entry device comprising a badge (2) and a validation component (3) which is detachably secured thereto.
2. The proof-of-entry device according to claim 1, characterized in that the validation component (3) is at least as long and/or as wide as the badge (2).
3. The proof-of-entry device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the validation component (3) is planiform and supplements a design (9) on the badge (2).
4. The proof-of-entry device according to claim 3, characterized in that the validation component (3) surrounds the design (9) like a passe-partout and/or frame.
5. The proof-of-entry device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the validation component (3) and the badge (2) are integrally formed, e.g. from a suitable plastic material.
6. The proof-of-entry device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the validation component (3) carries a chip, magnetic strip, bar code and/or a holographic image.
7. Badge for the proof-of-entry device according to any one of claims 1 to 6 comprising

   a) a design support (4),

   b) a counter-member (5),

   c) a hinge (6) connecting the design support (4) and the counter-member (5) for folding the counter-member behind the design support (4) and

   d) a retaining element (7) which, when the counter-member (5) has been folded behind the design support (4), substantially secures these components.
8. The badge according to claim 7, characterized in that the design support (4b) is formed by at least one foil or film (8b) and the counter-member (5b) is formed by two foils or films (8b) and the hinge (6b) is formed by one foil or film.
9. The badge according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that the retaining element (7) is an adhesive pad 7b.
10. The badge according to claim 7, characterized in that the design support (4c) and the counter-member (5c) are made of solid plastic material and are connected by an integral hinge or a thin portion as hinge (6c) such that they can be moved back and forth.
11. The badge according to any one of claims 7 to 10, characterized in that the retaining element (7) comprises a trunnion (7c) and a recess (7c') formed provided in the counter-member (5c) and the design support (4c), respectively, or the other way round, wherein the trunnion (7c) in engaged in the recess (7c') when the badge is folded.
12. The badge according to claim 7, characterized in that the counter-member (5e) and design support (4e) are connected by at least one embedded hinge (6e) which also forms the retaining element (7e).
13. The badge according to claim 7 or 10, characterized in that the counter-member (5d) is spaced behind the design support (4d) and can be moved back and forth essentially parallel by means of a intermediate element (11d) and a suitable hinge (6d).

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