GB2319387A - Display system - Google Patents

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GB2319387A
GB2319387A GB9623880A GB9623880A GB2319387A GB 2319387 A GB2319387 A GB 2319387A GB 9623880 A GB9623880 A GB 9623880A GB 9623880 A GB9623880 A GB 9623880A GB 2319387 A GB2319387 A GB 2319387A
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    • G09F—DISPLAYING; ADVERTISING; SIGNS; LABELS OR NAME-PLATES; SEALS
    • G09F11/00—Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the complete information is permanently attached to a movable support which brings it to the display position
    • G09F11/02—Indicating arrangements for variable information in which the complete information is permanently attached to a movable support which brings it to the display position the display elements being secured to rotating members, e.g. drums, spindles
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    • G09—EDUCATION; CRYPTOGRAPHY; DISPLAY; ADVERTISING; SEALS
    • G09F—DISPLAYING; ADVERTISING; SIGNS; LABELS OR NAME-PLATES; SEALS
    • G09F7/00—Signs, name or number plates, letters, numerals, or symbols; Panels or boards
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The display system comprises a frame 1 constructed from rigid sections linked at the corners and vertically supported in a manner that permits at least 180 degrees of rotation about the support. The central portion of the frame contains a display panel. The vertical support 7 is adapted for movement in a horizontal direction by means of runners carried by horizontally mounted channels or similar means(17, Figure 2) network of said channels with crossover points may be provided to allow the vertical support to be located in a plurality of positions within the network. The frame is preferably formed from extruded sections of metal or a synthetic polymer and the extruded sections are adapted to be linked by right-angled linking units. Preferably the extruded sections are aluminium and the linking units cast bronze. In one embodiment the display panel is a flat rigid board carrying printed matter, graphic designs or photographs. In a second embodiment the display panel carries a transparent or translucent image bearing sheet or film and includes rear illumination means, preferably the illuminated image can be seen from either side of the display panel. In a further embodiment the display panel contains a rear illuminated liquid crystal display fed from a computer. The frame preferably carries a foot, feet 8, a leg or legs at its base which may be vertically adjustable. In one embodiment the frame is adapted to rotate and carries a foot or leg at its base. In an alternative embodiment the display panel includes a series of shelves.

Description

DISPLAY SYSTEM This invention relates to a display system for use in offices, exhibition halls and similar premises.
In commercial premises it is often necessary to set up displays prior to conferences, training sessions and other occasions. Such displays usually take the form of screens supported by the floor on legs or feet. Such screens are frequently unstable so that supplementary supports have to be added or a series of screens interlocked to form a stable complex.
In many modern buildings the display and conference areas are devoid of partitions or dividing walls so that a space suitable for a large conference or convention is totally inappropriate for a smaller group of people. The problem is often overcome by erecting a series of partitions to create an enclosed area appropriate to the number of people involved in an event. Such work is laborious and time consuming.
The present invention provides display systems that are stable, easily moved and which can also be configured to form partitions rapidly and with minimal labour requirements.
According to the present invention there is provided a display system comprising a frame constructed from rigid sections linked at the corners and vertically supported in a manner that permits at least 180 degrees of rotation about the support and in which the central portion of the frame contains a display panel.
In a preferred embodiment the vertical support is adapted for movement in a horizontal direction by means of runners carried by horizontally mounted channels or similar means. A network of such channels with appropriate crossover points allows a display system to be located in any position within the area covered by the network. A series of systems may be hung from the network and by horizontal movement followed by rotation about the support configured to form display groups and/or restricted compartments within a large area.
The frame is preferably formed from extruded sections of metal or a synthetic polymer. Such extrusions may be linked to form frames by means of right angled linking units adapted to engage and become attached to the ends of the extrusions. In a preferred embodiment the sections are aluminium and the linking units cast bronze.
The central portion of the frame contains a display panel which may take various forms. In one embodiment the display panel is a flat rigid board, constructed of wood, hardboard, synthetic polymer or similar material, carrying printed matter, graphic designs or photographs. The displayed material can be changed and is chosen to have relevance to the circumstances in which it is located, e.g advertising or educational designs and literature. The display panel may be located within the frame or extended to and overlap the edges. In the latter embodiment the edges of a series of panels may be located so that they abut and the pictures carried by the panels form a panoramic display.
In alternative embodiments the central portion of the display panel may contain transparent or translucent image bearing sheet or film which is rear illuminated. Such sheets may be duplicated so that the illuminated image is seen form either side of the display panel.
In a further embodiment the central portion of the display panel contains a computer fed display, such as a rear illuminated liquid crystal display (LCD), providing images which can be changed rapidly or repeatedly to provide background to lectures or discourses or provide eye catching advertising images and text.
So as to stop the panel swinging and twisting about its vertical support it preferably carries feet or legs at its base which rest on the floor beneath the panel. The feet or legs are preferably vertically adjustable so that the panel may be moved into a desired location by transport along guide rails carrying the vertical support without contact between the feet or legs and the floor. Once in position the feet or legs are lowered so as to make frictional and, frequently, load bearing contact. However in one embodiment the panel may be adapted to rotate intermittently or continuously to attract attention and/or permit statically located viewers to observe both sides of the display panel. In such an embodiment only a single foot or leg is used.
The illumination system for the panels, whether carrying reflective or transparent designs, is preferably integral with the frame and contained within the upper or side sections. The illumination is preferably supplied by tubular lighting elements such as fluorescent tubes although in some embodiments other sources may be used.
The ballasts, control gear and other associated equipmane can be contained within the upper section. Electrical power supplies are preferably obtained through cables connected to suitably located outlets in the ceiling irom which the panels are suspended. In alternative embodiments the power may be fed direct to the panels through the supporting rails or from the floor through one of the feet.
In further embodiments of the invention the central portion display panel may take the form of a series of shelves, preferably transparent and enclosed with an outer transparent cover. The shelves may carry display items illuminated as previously described. In a further embodiment the previously described computer fed display may include a sound generation system allowing video images to be displayed of musical performers or to provide a commentary. When such displays are used the lower portiod of the frame may carry one or more racks containing associated goods such as CDs.
In conjunction with the embodiment which includes a computer fed display the display panel or the frame may carry a keyboard, preferably hingeably mounted, so that the display system may be used as a work station.
In order that the invention may be clearly understood it will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings in which: Figure 1 is a front view of a display system according to the invention, Figure 2 shows a series of systems of the type shown in Figure 1 in various embodiments and configurations, Figure 3 is a horizontal cross-sectional view of the sides of the system, Figure 4 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the upper and lower edges of the system, Figure 5 is a perspective view of a display system carrying a series of shelves, Figure 6 is a perspective view of a display system including a video display and rack for associated CDs, and Figure 7 is a perspective view of a display system configured as a work station.
A display panel according to the invention, see Figure 1, consists of a frame 1 formed of four extruded aluminium portions 2, 3, 4 and 5 linked at the corners by right angled joint pieces 6. The upper portion 2 of the frame is attached by a support member 7 to a mount, not shown, in a manner that permits rotary motion. The lower portion 4 of the frame carries a pair of feet 8 adapted to support the frame 1 on a floor 9.
A series of panels 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15, of the type described above, see Figure 2, are shown suspended by rotational mounts 16 from a single track 17 fitted to a ceiling 18. To prevent rotary motion about the mount 16 following positioning and to ensure stability the lower portions of the panels rest on a floor 19 through feet 20.
Panels 11 and 12 carry image bearing portions which extend over the outer edges of their frames and abut to form an extended image. The image may be illuminated by ambient illumination or by an integral illumination system.
The panel 13 carries a fitment 21 hanging on the upper edge of the frame and carrying paper sheets in the manner commonly referred to as a 'flip chart'. Alternative fitments may carry a chalk board or other writing surface.
The panel 14 carries a transparent image on a translucent support, such as an acrylic sheet, which is rear illuminated by means, not shown, in a manner that allows the image and textual matter to be clearly seen.
The panel 15 has a display portion which is limited to the area bounded by the frame. The rear surface, not shown, may carry a different image so that a rapid change of image can be performed by rotating the panel about its vertical axis while suspended from the rail 17 by its mount 16. During rotation it is necessary for the feet 20 to be raised.
In a preferred form of construction the sides of the panel, see Figure 3, are formed from a pair of vertical tubular aluminium extrusions 22 which are linked to horizontal extrusions, not shown, by right angled joint pieces to form the structural element of the frame. The inner surface of each extrusion carries indents 23 and 24 which house second extrusions 25 and 26 which hold a core panel 27 by means of serrated slots 28 and 29. The core panel can carry designs, photographs, text, etc. as required. The outer surfaces of the core panel are protected by transparent sheets 31 and 32 preferably formed from a synthetic polymer such as an acrylic or a polycarbonate sheet The core panel 27 may be illuminated by integral lighting means described hereafter.
The form of construction the upper and lower sections of the panel, see Figure 4, are formed from a pair of horizontal elements 35 and 36. The upper element 35 consists of an outer shell 37 containing a pair of tubular illumination elements 38 and 39 together with their associated ballast and control gear fittings 41 and 42.
The central portion of each element 35 and 36 consists of a partition 43 and 44 which includes a cavity 45 and 46 which may receive a linking element when panels are required to abut each other as in the embodiment of Figure 2, panels 11 and 12. Second extrusions 47 and 48 which hold the core panel by means of serrated slots as described above.
The lower section 36 is fitted with a pair of feet, one shown 49 through a threaded stud 51 allowing the gap between the lower surface of the section and the floor to be adjusted.
In a further embodiment, see Figure 5, the display panel within a frame 55 consists of series of shelves 56 supported by the frame 55. The attachment means for the shelves 56 are not shown but are preferably located within the frame 55. For stability and security the shelves 56 are enclosed by transparent covers 57 whose edges are attached to the frame 55. The shelves 56 may carry a series of light weight articles for purposes of exhibition or advertising. As with previously described embodiments, the frame 55 is attached by a support member 58 to a mount, not shown, so that it is rotatably suspended from a track 59 and rests on feet 60.
In an extended embodiment, see Figure 6, a display panel 61 within a frame 62 displays an image provided by an LCD display operated by a sound and video source concealed within the display panel assembly. Below the image is placed a display rack 63 carrying CD records. In order to support the extra weight involved the display is supported by supplementary legs 64. The display may include a canopy 65 which may carry promotional text or a logo and conceal audio generation equipment. As with previously described embodiments, the frame 62 is attached by a support member 66 to a mount, not shown, so that it is rotatably suspended from a track 67.
In a work station configuration, see Figure 7, the frame 70 carries a panel 71 which includes an LCD display operated by a sound and video source concealed within the display panel assembly. Below the image is placed a keyboard 72 on a shelf 73. The keyboard 72 may in an alternative embodiment be hingeably mounted on the panel 71. When not in use the shelf 73 may be folded upwards and the LCD display covered by a shield 74. A portable stool 75 assists a user to operate the work station. As with earlier described embodiments, the frame 70 is attached by a support member 76 to a mount, not shown, so that it is rotatably suspended from a track 7i.

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1. A display system comprising a frame constructed from rigid sections linked at the corners and vertically supported in a manner that permits at least 180 degrees of rotation about the support and in which the central portion of the frame contains a display panel.
2. The display system as claimed in claim 1 in which the vertical support is adapted for movement in a horizontal direction by means of runners carried by horizontally mounted channels or similar means.
3. The display system as claimed in claim 2 in which a network of said channels with crossover points is provided to allow the vertical support to be located in a plurality of positions within the network.
4. The display system as claimed in any of the preceding claims in which the frame is formed from extruded sections of metal or a synthetic polymer.
5. The display system as claimed in claim 4 in which the extruded sections are adapted to be linked by right-angled linking units.
6. The display system as claimed in claim 5 in which the extruded sections are aluminium and the linking units cast bronze.
7. The display sy3tem as claimed in any of the preceding claims in which the display panel is a flat rigid board carrying printed matter, graphic designs or photographs.
8. The display system as claimed in any of the claims 1 to 7 in which the display panel carries a transparent or translucent image bearing sheet or film and includes rear illumination means.
9. The display system as claimed in claim 8 in which the illuminated image can be seen from either side of the display panel.
10. The display system as claimed in any of the claims 1 to 7 in which the display panel contains a rear illuminated liquid crystal display fed from a computer.
11. The display system as claimed in any of the preceding claims in which the frame carries a foot, feet, a leg or legs at its base.
12. The display system as claimed in claim 11 in which the foot, feet, leg or legs are vertically adjustable.
13. The display system as claimed in either claim 11 or 12, in which the frame is adapted to rotate and carries a foot or leg at its base.
14. The display system as claimed in any of the claims 1 to 7 in which the display panel includes a series of shelves.
15. A display system as claimed in claim 1 and as herein described.
16. A display system as herein described with reference to and as shown in the accompanying drawings.
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GB2086688A (en) * 1980-10-27 1982-05-12 Lucasey Mfg Co Inc Hanging display assembly
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US3579880A (en) * 1969-06-16 1971-05-25 Edward L Murphy Carousel sign
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GB1582913A (en) * 1978-05-31 1981-01-14 Goold W A Ltd Display stand
GB2086688A (en) * 1980-10-27 1982-05-12 Lucasey Mfg Co Inc Hanging display assembly
GB2100043A (en) * 1981-06-05 1982-12-15 Allison Francis David Combined direction indicating and advertising device.
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