JPH0342529Y2 - - Google Patents

Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] [Industrial Application Field] The present invention relates to a display device that is incorporated into a sample display shelf of a vending machine.

[Conventional technology]

Traditionally, sample cans for soft drinks, coffee, and other drinks in vending machines were either actual cans with no contents in them or cans of the same shape with the product label of the actual can affixed to them. A display device has been used in which sample cans are displayed on a display shelf of a machine and illuminated from a light source above or below the shelf to project the sample cans.

However, since all such devices illuminate each display item from the outside, when the light source is located at the top of the display item, the lower part of the display item is not sufficiently illuminated, making it difficult to display its patterns, characters, etc. On the other hand, when illuminating from the bottom, the upper part may not be able to be seen clearly. There is usually not enough lighting for the displayed items, and in order to ensure the best results, it is necessary to illuminate from the top, bottom, left and right.This method increases lighting costs and also causes the outside of the displayed item to shine abnormally. On the contrary, it has the disadvantage that it becomes difficult to see.

In response, the present inventors pasted a translucent sticker with the same letters, patterns, etc. as the actual can on the surface of the body, which has a cavity, has a transparent outer wall, and has the same shape as the actual can. In addition, we provide a display product with a reflective member on the rear surface (Utility Model Application Publication No. 1-123282, 1999).
-123283), and currently this labeled product is extremely well received by related parties. That is, since lighting is installed for each display item, the brightness of each display item is uniform, unlike conventional external lighting, and
A much clearer display appears, and a good display effect is ensured regardless of where the display item is placed.Furthermore, the illumination light can be concentrated within the visible range without waste, increasing clarity and saving costs. It has been rated as favorable in many respects, such as being good.

However, these display products had a separate illumination lamp installed for each display item, and the light emitted from the lamp was transmitted through a transparent body to allow the characters, patterns, etc. on the printed layer to be seen. There were other problems, such as the fact that it was extremely complicated to install lighting, and the installation was quite expensive.

For this reason, while maintaining these technical ideas,
Furthermore, there has been a strong demand for a simple, efficient, and economical display device.

[Problem that the invention attempts to solve]

In view of the above-mentioned circumstances, this invention focuses on the following: a. The overall structure is simpler, the illumination effect on each display item is even, and the illumination light for the display items can be used in a concentrated manner without waste. To enable the application of a condensing lens to further increase the clarity of the display, if necessary, c. To further enhance the reflectivity, if necessary.
Plan to add a reflective layer, d. Use a specific reflector such as aluminum that can maximize reflectivity, if necessary.e. Create a horizontally long rod shape that can simultaneously illuminate all of a large number of display items from behind, if necessary. It is an object of the present invention to provide a display device that solves all the problems of conventional devices such as the use of light sources.

[Means for solving problems]

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the present invention includes: (a) a mounting member A formed into a rectangular tube shape and having a built-in light source 2; a plurality of windows 3 having a predetermined shape forming a light guide path; c. a mounting member A by abutting the cutout 7 on the back surface against the windows;
The front surface of the transparent main body has a translucent printed layer 6 with a display 5 of characters, patterns, etc. similar to those of the real thing, and at least the upper bottom part 9 and/or lower bottom part 10 of the main body is attached to a light reflector 3. This is a device that has been established with more gist than the above-mentioned display device for vending machines.

Furthermore, if necessary, e) a condensing lens is fitted in the window portion 3 to increase the clarity of the display; (g) Selectively use aluminum, which has good reflectivity and is relatively inexpensive, for each light-reflecting layer; (h) Also, a light source that can simultaneously illuminate all of a large number of display items from behind. As a result, various means are adopted that selectively use horizontally long rod-shaped fluorescent lamps.

[Effect]

A display item is provided, which is secured to the mounting member by abutting the cutout on the back side of the window portion bored at a predetermined interval in the upper frame plate of the base formed on the square tube and containing the light source, and Since the display product has a transparent main body, a translucent printed layer having a display on the front side, and a light reflector formed on the upper and/or lower base, 1.
The illumination light that enters each display item from the individual light source through each window section is transmitted directly or reflected by a light reflector and passes through the translucent printing layer to project the display and attract customers who wish to purchase the actual item. To obtain clear images that allow users to clearly recognize individual displayed items.

In addition, by fitting a condensing lens to the window when necessary, the illumination target is concentrated in each window to increase the clarity of the display, and furthermore, by adding a condenser lens near the cutout in the light reflective layer, the reflectivity is further strengthened. Aluminum, which has the same effect of increasing display clarity, is relatively inexpensive and has particularly good reflectivity, is selectively used.Furthermore, an oblong fluorescent lamp is used to illuminate a large number of display items. It has various functions that easily enable simultaneous illumination.

〔Example〕

The present invention will be described below based on embodiments with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a mounting member A in a display device according to the present invention, in which a light source 2 is built-in. The light source 2 is preferably a horizontally long rod-shaped fluorescent lamp or the like, and is adapted to irradiate each window portion 3, 3, . . . formed in the front frame plate 1 with substantially the same luminous intensity.

FIGS. 2 and 3 are perspective views showing the front and rear parts of the display item 4 mounted on the mounting member A. The display item 4 has a translucent printed layer 6 with a display 5 of characters, patterns, etc. similar to those of the actual product on the front surface of a cylindrical body made of transparent material such as acrylic resin or glass. In addition, the upper bottom 9 of the displayed product body
And/or a light reflector 8 made of aluminum, silver, etc. is formed on the inner surface of each of the lower bottom parts 10. This light reflector is also formed in the vicinity of the cutout of the display article main body, as shown by reference numeral 11, if necessary. Print layer 6
It is preferable to use organic pigments that have relatively low hiding power, are clear, and have translucency.

Next, FIG. 4 is an explanatory view showing how the display item is attached to the mounting member, and the cutout 7 of the display item is brought into contact with the window 3 of the front frame plate 1 of the mounting member A shown in FIG. The upper edge 7 of the incision 7 on the front upper edge 1a of the member 1
a, also align the lower edge 7b with the front lower edge 1b,
The cutout (height h) of the display item is inserted between the upper and lower front edges (height h) of the mounting member 1, and the display item is shown mounted on the mounting member. Note that a condensing lens can be fitted into the window portion 3.

[Effect of idea]

The present invention is based on the above configuration, and includes: a. A display product having a transparent printing layer that displays characters, patterns, etc. identical to those of the actual display product on the front surface of the transparent display product body, which has a built-in light source. Since the mounting member is installed by making a window in the front frame plate, the cutout is in contact with the mounting member, so the illumination light from the light source is
An almost uniform amount of light is projected onto each display item through each window, so there is no unevenness in the illumination of each display item, and each display item can be clearly displayed, and the arrangement order can be adjusted. A good lighting effect is always ensured regardless of the situation, and since only one light source is required, it is advantageous in terms of handling and economics. b. It is easy to install on the vending machine casing, and is suitable for new vending machines. It is convenient because it can be incorporated as a set when modifying or updating a conventional vending machine, rather than as a machine accessory, and c) To attach the display item to the mounting member, simply press and fit the cutout into the member. Therefore, replacement and replacement of displayed products can be carried out extremely smoothly, and it is possible to quickly respond to replacements of actual cans, etc.

d Since a light reflector is provided at the top and/or bottom of the displayed product, the illumination light from the light source is reflected at the top and bottom and passes through the transparent printing layer, resulting in high lighting efficiency and If necessary, a reflector can be added and a condensing lens can also be fitted in the window, so in this case it can be expected that the clarity of the display will be further increased.

It has many advantages such as, and is extremely useful as a display device for vending machines.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

Fig. 1 is a perspective view showing the mounting member of the device of the present invention, Figs. 2 and 3 are perspective explanatory views showing the front and rear parts of the display item according to the invention, and Fig. 4 is a perspective view showing the mounting member of the device of the present invention. It is an explanatory view showing a state of attachment of a display item. A...Mounting member, 1...Front frame plate, 2...Light source, 3...Window part, 4...Display item, 5...Display, 6
...transparent printing layer, 7... cutout (of the displayed product),
8, 11... Light reflector, 9... Upper bottom part (of the displayed item), 10... Lower bottom part (of the displayed item).

Claims (1)

[Claims for Utility Model Registration] 1. A mounting member having a rectangular tube-shaped light source built therein, and a plurality of holes formed at predetermined intervals in the front frame plate of the mounting member to form a light guide path. It has a window portion of a predetermined shape and a translucent printed layer displaying characters, patterns, etc. similar to those of the real thing on the front surface of the transparent main body, which is secured to a mounting member by abutting the cutout portion on the back surface against the window portion. What is claimed is: 1. A display device for a vending machine, comprising: a display device having at least an upper bottom portion and/or a lower bottom portion of the main body formed as a light reflector; 2. The display device for a vending machine according to claim 1, wherein a condensing lens is fitted into the window. 3. Claim 1, wherein the light-reflecting layer is provided near the incision.
The display device for vending machines described in . 4. The display device for a vending machine according to claim 1, wherein the light reflective layer is made of aluminum. 5. The display device for a vending machine according to claim 1, wherein the light source is a rod-shaped fluorescent lamp.