US20100077688A1 - Decorative display - Google Patents
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- FIG. 2 is a cross section of the false ceiling of FIG. 1 along line A-A;
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an example of a closed-loop frame
- FIG. 9 is a perspective view of two frames attached using connecting beams
- FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a dual-sided decorative display arranged vertically.
- FIG. 11 is a partial perspective view of two rails attached with an L-shaped connector.
- the rail 104 as shown in FIG. 2 includes a first flange 112 and a second flange 114 .
- the flanges 112 and 114 each include a first or outer surface 112 a and 114 a, respectively, and a second or inner surface 112 b and 114 b, respectively.
- the flanges 112 and 114 can be obliquely angled as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 , though the flanges 112 and 114 can alternatively be angled differently from shown.
- a rail 104 can include a pair of parallel flanges.
- a first connector illustrated as a ribbed projection 116 , extends outwardly from the rail 104 between the flanges 112 and 114 such that the flanges 112 and 114 and ribbed projection 116 define a generally W-shaped groove 118 extending inward between the flanges 112 and 114 .
- the ribbed projection 116 can extend a length of the rail 104 , e.g., the rail 104 and projection 116 can be integrally formed by extruding metal stock.
- the rail 104 can alternatively include multiple discrete ribbed projections. While shown with three pairs of ribs, the projection 116 can alternatively include more or fewer ribs.
- the rail 104 can also define two component connecting channels 120 and 122 for connecting accessories such as the clamp 70 or a connecting beam 82 (described below in reference to FIG. 8 ).
- the channels 120 and 122 can be formed with opposing pairs of L-shaped extensions 120 a and 120 b and 122 a and 122 b, respectively, as illustrated.
- other component connecting structures can have alternative geometries to the illustrated channels 120 and 122 .
- a flange or a series of holes designed to accept screws can be included instead of one of the channels 120 and 122 .
- one channel 120 can be located opposite the W-shape groove 118 , with the channel 120 opening in the opposite direction as the groove 118 opens.
- the false ceiling 100 as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 includes the first decorative sheet 108 and the second decorative sheet 110 connected to the rail 104 . However, in some instances (e.g., if the rail 104 is positioned at an edge of the false ceiling 100 ) only one sheet 108 or 110 may be used. As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 , the first sheet 108 can include an edge 108 a folded to form an oblique angle to be aligned with the flange 112 . The edge 108 a can be secured to the inner surface 112 b of the flange 112 , and the second sheet 110 can similarly include an edge 110 a folded to be inline with the other flange 114 and secured to its inner surface 114 b.
- a fabric attaching structure such as strips of hook-and-loop tape 124 a can be attached to the inner sides 112 b and 114 b of the flanges 112 and 114 , respectively, and corresponding strips of hook-and-loop tape 124 b can be attached to folded edges 108 a and 110 a of the first and second sheets 108 and 110 , respectively, as best shown in FIG. 1 .
- other types of fabric attaching structures such as clips, snaps, adhesive, or double-sided tape can be used to connect the sheets 108 and 110 to the rail 104 .
- the edges 108 a and 110 a can be attached to another portion of the frame 102 .
- the sheets 108 and 110 can be in tension so as to be substantially co-planar (i.e., sufficiently co-planar to meet consumers' aesthetic requirements) as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 .
- the sheets 108 and 110 can be synthetic fabric, soft fabrics, vinyl, cotton, wool, leather, a blend, or another material suitable for the application.
- the sheets 108 and 110 can be a fabric that is certified fire-retardant by a fire marshal when required by local building codes.
- Outer sides 108 b and 110 b of the sheets 108 and 110 can include graphics such as printed digital images of a company logo and/or product images, or be textured.
- the sheets 108 and 110 can be selected for their appearance, weight, sound dampening capabilities, fire retardant qualities, or other qualities.
- the sheets 108 and 110 can be selected based on their compatibility with rear lighting.
- FIGS. 1 and 2 also illustrate an example of the edge cover 106 including a decorative surface 106 a and prongs 126 projecting from the opposing side of the cover 106 from the decorative surface 106 a.
- the decorative surface 106 a can match the outside surfaces 108 b and 110 b of the sheets 108 and 110 .
- the prongs 126 define a groove 128 .
- the groove 128 can be sized for snap-fit engagement with the ribbed projection 34 (i.e., the distance between the prongs 126 can be slightly greater than a maximum width of the ribbed projection 34 ), and each prong 126 can include a boss 130 for engagement with the projection 34 .
- the cover 106 can be shaped to conceal the W-shaped groove 118 defined by the rail 104 , for example by including edges 132 chamfered at an angle corresponding to the angle of the inner surfaces 112 b and 114 b of the flanges 112 and 114 and by sizing the edge cover 106 such that the decorative surface 106 a spans a distance between the flanges 112 and 114 .
- the edge cover 106 can conceal the folded edges 108 a and 110 a of the first and second decorative sheets 108 and 110 , respectively, when connected to the rail 104 .
- the edge cover 106 can be formed by, as examples, molding light weight plastic or extruding metal stock.
- FIG. 3 shows a decorative display 10 secured to the truss 12 , which is suspended beneath a ceiling 14 .
- the decorative display 10 can include a decorative sheet 46 used as a medium for displaying an image, a texture, or a message.
- the decorative display 10 can be used in a variety of environments such as convention centers and office buildings.
- the decorative display 10 can be placed on the side of a truck for advertising purposes.
- the display 10 can be used for multiple purposes, such as improved aesthetics, advertising, sound dampening, and providing information.
- the decorative display 10 as shown in FIG. 3 includes the first decorative sheet 46 connected to a frame 16 shown in FIG. 4 defining a first display area 42 and having a perimeter 44 .
- the illustrated closed-loop frame 16 includes four rails 18 arranged in a rectangle formation.
- the frame 16 can have a non-rectangular shape.
- the frame 16 can be circular, triangular, or polygonal. Depending on the shape of the frame 16 , a greater or lesser number of rails 18 may be necessary.
- a circular frame can be formed of two semi-circular rails, for example, or a linear frame can include just one rail.
- the frame 16 need not form a closed-loop (i.e., the perimeter 44 need not be continuous).
- the frame 16 can be linear, with a single length of the decorative sheet 46 attached to the frame 16 and another portion of the first sheet 46 held in place by other means, such as another frame or gravity.
- the rails 18 have chamfered ends 20 , and the rails 18 can be interlocked with each other using, for example, an L-shaped connector 39 attached to the rails 18 using bolts 40 as described with reference to FIG. 11 , a friction or snap fit, glue, or welding.
- the rails 18 can be formed without chamfered ends 20 , and whether or not chamfered ends 20 are included can depend on, for example, the shapes of the frame 16 and the individual rails 18 .
- Each rail 18 can be formed by extruded or molded metal or plastic, as examples.
- the frame 16 can be formed as an integral body, for example by integrally molding or casting the entire frame 16 .
- the surface 26 can be perpendicular, parallel, or alternatively angled to the first display area 42 .
- the size of the surface 26 can be a function of the weight of the first sheet 46 , for example, to ensure the surface 26 provides a large enough area for attaching the sheet 46 to the frame 16 .
- a connector illustrated as a ribbed projection 34 , extends outwardly from the rail 18 between the flanges 22 and 28 such that the flanges 22 and 28 and ribbed projection 34 define a generally W-shaped groove 35 extending inward between the flanges 22 and 28 .
- the ribbed projection 34 can facilitate a snip-fit connection of an edge cover 54 to the rail 18 .
- the connector can be an alternative structure for attaching the edge cover 54 , such as a projection with a different shape or a groove formed in the rail 18 between the flanges 22 and 28 .
- the other channel 38 can be located along the rail 18 between the W-shaped groove 35 and the channel 36 , and the channel 38 can open in a direction facing away from the first display area 42 .
- only one or more than two channels can be included if desired.
- a third channel can be included opposing the channel 38 if desired.
- each rail 18 can be formed without either of the channels 36 and 38 .
- an annular spacer 37 can be positioned between the clamp 70 and the channel 38 such that the clamp 70 can be coupled to the channel 38 without creating an indentation in the sheet 60 .
- the sheets 46 and 60 can be synthetic fabric, cotton, wool, leather, a blend, or another material suitable for the application.
- the outer sides 48 and 62 of the sheets 46 and 60 can be include graphics, for example, a company logo and/or product images, or be textured.
- the sheets 46 and 60 can be selected for their appearance, weight, sound dampening capabilities, fire retardant qualities, or other qualities.
- the connecting beam 82 can include alternative connectors at each end, such as a snap-fit connector, a bracket for accepting a screw, or another type of connector.
- the connecting beam 82 can also include grooves 90 along its sides. Grooves 90 can be similarly shaped and sized as channels 36 and 38 for compatibility with the same sizes of clamps 70 and connector beams 82 that can be attached to the frame 16 .
- a three-dimensional structure can be formed by attaching multiple frames 16 a and 16 b with connecting beams 82 as shown in FIG. 9 .
- other structures can be formed by attaching multiple frames 16 with connecting beams 82 , such as multiple vertical walls defining a room.
- the sheet 46 can be secured to one of the frames 16 a in FIG. 9 , extend along the connecting beams 82 , and be secured to the other frame 16 b.
- the sheet 46 can wrap around the frame 16 b, extend back along the connecting beams 82 , and attach to frame 16 a.
- multiple sheets 46 and 60 for example, can be secured to the frames 16 a and 16 b.
- each flange 120 can extend between corners of the frames 16 a and 16 b to support any sheets of fabric that extend between the frames 16 a and 16 b. That is, a longitudinal edge 120 c of the flange 120 can be aligned with corners of the frames 16 a and 16 b, thereby providing support for a sheet of fabric extending between the frames 16 a and 16 b.
- FIG. 11 shows the L-shaped connector 39 and two rails 18 .
- Each rail 18 can define a hollow center 18 a.
- a side of each rail 18 opposite the channel 38 can also define one or more apertures 19 .
- the L-shaped connector 39 can define one or more threaded apertures 39 a, and the threaded apertures 39 a can be aligned with the apertures 19 defined by each rail 18 when the connector 39 is inserted into the hollow center 18 a of the rail 18 .
- the connector 39 can define a relief portion 39 b that is offset by a height (as shown in FIG. 11 ) of the hollow center 18 a.
- the edge cover 106 as shown in FIG. 1 can define an aperture, and a tether can be tied at one end to the end cover 106 and at another end to the truss 12 or the frame 102 in case the edge cover becomes detached from the rail 104 .
- the edge cover 106 can be attached to the truss 12 with a positive tie line.
- a similar safety tether system can be used on the frame 102 in the event the clamp 70 becomes detached from the truss 12 .
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A frame is provided for holding a sheet of fabric. The frame features a rail including a first flange and a second flange spaced from the first flange. The rail defines a connector extending an entire length of the rail between the first flange and the second flange.
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- The present invention generally relates to a frame for holding a sheet of fabric.
- False ceilings can be used in entertainment halls, exhibition halls, and other buildings (e.g., commercial office buildings) to cover unsightly structural ceilings that often include exposed structures such as beams, trusses, electrical and hydraulic components, and HVAC ducts. Such false ceilings can include frames designed to hold panels below structural ceilings.
- The present invention provides a frame for holding a sheet of fabric. The frame can be used as a component of a false ceiling, though the frame can also be used in another environment such as a display in a convention hall. In one example, the frame features a rail including a first flange and a second flange spaced from the first flange. The rail defines a first connector extending an entire length of the rail between the first flange and second flange.
- In another example, a decorative display panel includes a rail and an edge cover snap-fit to the rail. The rail includes a first flange, a second flange spaced from the first flange, and a first connector between the first flange and the second flange. An edge cover is snap-fit to the first connector.
- In another example, a false ceiling includes a rail defining a first flange, a second flange spaced from the first flange, and a first connector between the first flange and the second flange. A first sheet is connected to the first flange and a second sheet is connected to the second flange. An edge cover defines a second connector, and the second connector is engaged with the first connector.
- A frame according to the invention can offer fast and easy installation of a false ceiling or a decorative display. Moreover, among other advantages, a frame according to the invention can allow an edge cover to be coupled to a rail for improved aesthetics by concealing a connection between a sheet of fabric and the frame.
- The description herein makes reference to the accompanying drawings wherein like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the several views, and wherein:
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FIG. 1 is an exploded partial perspective view of an example of a false ceiling; -
FIG. 2 is a cross section of the false ceiling ofFIG. 1 along line A-A; -
FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an example of a decorative display attached to a truss below a structural ceiling; -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of an example of a closed-loop frame; -
FIG. 5 is a partial cross section view of the frame ofFIG. 4 taken along line B-B; -
FIG. 6 is a partial exploded, partial cut-away view of a decorative display; -
FIGS. 7A and 7B are partial perspective views of a closed and an open clamp, respectively, coupled to a rail of the frame ofFIG. 4 ; -
FIG. 8 is a partial perspective view of a connecting beam; -
FIG. 9 is a perspective view of two frames attached using connecting beams; -
FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a dual-sided decorative display arranged vertically; and -
FIG. 11 is a partial perspective view of two rails attached with an L-shaped connector. - Examples of a frame according to the invention are discussed in reference to
FIGS. 1-11 .FIGS. 1 and 2 show aframe 102 used as a component of afalse ceiling 100. Theframe 102 can be secured to atruss 12 or other structure in order to conceal piping, ductwork,trusses 12, and other structures beneath a structural ceiling. Theframe 102 can include arail 104 and anedge cover 106. In addition to theframe 102, thefalse ceiling 100 shown inFIGS. 1 and 2 can include first and second sheets offabric clamp 70. Also, while theframe 102 shown inFIG. 1 includes a singlelinear rail 104, a frame can also includemultiple rails 104 arranged in a closed-loop, such as a rectangular shape as shown inFIG. 4 or a circular shape, or include a curvilinear or polygonal rail. - The
rail 104 as shown inFIG. 2 includes afirst flange 112 and asecond flange 114. Theflanges outer surface 112 a and 114 a, respectively, and a second orinner surface flanges FIGS. 1 and 2 , though theflanges rail 104 can include a pair of parallel flanges. The specific geometry of theflanges fabric sheets flanges sheets flanges sheets inner surfaces sheets rail 104. - Still referring to
FIGS. 1 and 2 , a first connector, illustrated as a ribbedprojection 116, extends outwardly from therail 104 between theflanges flanges projection 116 define a generally W-shaped groove 118 extending inward between theflanges projection 116 can extend a length of therail 104, e.g., therail 104 andprojection 116 can be integrally formed by extruding metal stock. However, therail 104 can alternatively include multiple discrete ribbed projections. While shown with three pairs of ribs, theprojection 116 can alternatively include more or fewer ribs. Alternatively, the first connector can have a different structure, such as a groove formed in therail 104 between theflanges FIG. 2 , the ribbedprojection 116 can facilitate a quick snap-fit connection and disconnection of theedge cover 106 to therail 104. As a result, theedge cover 106 can easily and quickly be installed or disengaged from therail 104. - Referring to
FIG. 2 , therail 104 can also define twocomponent connecting channels clamp 70 or a connecting beam 82 (described below in reference toFIG. 8 ). Thechannels shaped extensions channels channels channel 120 can be located opposite the W-shape groove 118, with thechannel 120 opening in the opposite direction as thegroove 118 opens. Theother channel 122 can be located along therail 104 between the W-shaped groove 118 and thechannel 120, and thechannel 122 can open in a direction perpendicular to the openings of thegroove 118 andchannel 120. Instead of twochannels rail 104 from thechannel 122. - The
clamp 70 can be engaged with one of thechannels truss 12 as shown inFIGS. 1 and 2 . The clamp is discussed in greater detail below in reference toFIGS. 7A and 7B . - The
false ceiling 100 as shown inFIGS. 1 and 2 includes the firstdecorative sheet 108 and the seconddecorative sheet 110 connected to therail 104. However, in some instances (e.g., if therail 104 is positioned at an edge of the false ceiling 100) only onesheet FIGS. 1 and 2 , thefirst sheet 108 can include anedge 108 a folded to form an oblique angle to be aligned with theflange 112. Theedge 108 a can be secured to theinner surface 112 b of theflange 112, and thesecond sheet 110 can similarly include anedge 110 a folded to be inline with theother flange 114 and secured to itsinner surface 114 b. - To secure the
sheets rail 104, a fabric attaching structure such as strips of hook-and-loop tape 124 a can be attached to theinner sides flanges loop tape 124 b can be attached to foldededges second sheets FIG. 1 . Alternatively, other types of fabric attaching structures such as clips, snaps, adhesive, or double-sided tape can be used to connect thesheets rail 104. Alternatively, theedges frame 102. When configured as thefalse ceiling 100, thesheets FIGS. 1 and 2 . - The
sheets sheets Outer sides sheets sheets sheets -
FIGS. 1 and 2 also illustrate an example of theedge cover 106 including a decorative surface 106 a and prongs 126 projecting from the opposing side of thecover 106 from the decorative surface 106 a. The decorative surface 106 a can match theoutside surfaces sheets prongs 126 define agroove 128. Thegroove 128 can be sized for snap-fit engagement with the ribbed projection 34 (i.e., the distance between theprongs 126 can be slightly greater than a maximum width of the ribbed projection 34), and eachprong 126 can include aboss 130 for engagement with theprojection 34. Thecover 106 can be shaped to conceal the W-shapedgroove 118 defined by therail 104, for example by includingedges 132 chamfered at an angle corresponding to the angle of theinner surfaces flanges edge cover 106 such that the decorative surface 106 a spans a distance between theflanges edge cover 106 can conceal the foldededges decorative sheets rail 104. Theedge cover 106 can be formed by, as examples, molding light weight plastic or extruding metal stock. - The
edge cover 106 can be installed by urging theribbed projection 116 between theprongs 126 for a snap-fit connection. When used herein, the terms “snap-fit connection” and “snap-fit engagement” refer to a self-locking connection of mating parts in which at least one of the parts flexes until the part slips past another part, thereby preventing unforced separation of the mating parts. When installed, portions of theedges 132 of theedge cover 106 can abut thesheets sheets - In operation, the
rail 104 can be attached to thetruss 12 or another structure beneath a structural ceiling using theclamp 70 engaged with thechannel 120 or using other means (as examples, bolting therail 104 to thetruss 12 or welding therail 104 to the truss 12).Fabric sheets insides flanges fabric sheets other rails 104 or other structures. Theedge cover 106 can be snap-fit into engagement with theribbed projection 116 to conceal theedges fabric sheets edge cover 106 can create a seamless appearance between thesheets - Additionally, a rail having the same cross-section shape as the
rail 104 can be used for a variety of purposes other than as part of thefalse ceiling 100. For example,FIG. 3 shows adecorative display 10 secured to thetruss 12, which is suspended beneath aceiling 14. Thedecorative display 10 can include adecorative sheet 46 used as a medium for displaying an image, a texture, or a message. Thedecorative display 10 can be used in a variety of environments such as convention centers and office buildings. As an additional example, thedecorative display 10 can be placed on the side of a truck for advertising purposes. Thedisplay 10 can be used for multiple purposes, such as improved aesthetics, advertising, sound dampening, and providing information. - The
decorative display 10 as shown inFIG. 3 includes the firstdecorative sheet 46 connected to aframe 16 shown inFIG. 4 defining afirst display area 42 and having aperimeter 44. The illustrated closed-loop frame 16 includes fourrails 18 arranged in a rectangle formation. However, theframe 16 can have a non-rectangular shape. For example, theframe 16 can be circular, triangular, or polygonal. Depending on the shape of theframe 16, a greater or lesser number ofrails 18 may be necessary. A circular frame can be formed of two semi-circular rails, for example, or a linear frame can include just one rail. Also, theframe 16 need not form a closed-loop (i.e., theperimeter 44 need not be continuous). For example, theframe 16 can be linear, with a single length of thedecorative sheet 46 attached to theframe 16 and another portion of thefirst sheet 46 held in place by other means, such as another frame or gravity. - As illustrated in
FIG. 4 , therails 18 have chamfered ends 20, and therails 18 can be interlocked with each other using, for example, an L-shapedconnector 39 attached to therails 18 usingbolts 40 as described with reference toFIG. 11 , a friction or snap fit, glue, or welding. Therails 18 can be formed without chamfered ends 20, and whether or not chamfered ends 20 are included can depend on, for example, the shapes of theframe 16 and the individual rails 18. Eachrail 18 can be formed by extruded or molded metal or plastic, as examples. As an alternative, theframe 16 can be formed as an integral body, for example by integrally molding or casting theentire frame 16. - The
rail 18 is shown in detail inFIG. 5 , and it can have the same cross sectional shape as therail 104 shown inFIGS. 1 and 2 . That is, therail 18 inFIG. 5 can include afirst flange 22 having anouter surface 24 and aninner surface 26 and asecond flange 28 having an outer surface 30 and aninner surface 32. Theflanges inner surfaces first display area 42. The geometry of theflange 22 can depend on, for example, the weight of the firstdecorative sheet 46 and the type of connection between theflange 22 and thedecorative sheet 46, among other considerations. For example, alternatively to thesurface 26 illustrated inFIG. 5 , thesurface 26 can be perpendicular, parallel, or alternatively angled to thefirst display area 42. The size of thesurface 26 can be a function of the weight of thefirst sheet 46, for example, to ensure thesurface 26 provides a large enough area for attaching thesheet 46 to theframe 16. - While the
second flange 28 can strengthen therail 18 and provide asurface 32 for attaching an optional seconddecorative sheet 60 as shown inFIG. 5 , in some applications only thefirst sheet 46 is attached to therail 18, in which cases theflange 28 need not be included. If included, theflange 28 need not be symmetrical withflange 22 and can take other forms suitable for connecting the seconddecorative sheet 60 based on the same considerations relevant to the geometry of theflange 22. - Still referring to
FIG. 5 , a connector, illustrated as aribbed projection 34, extends outwardly from therail 18 between theflanges flanges projection 34 define a generally W-shaped groove 35 extending inward between theflanges FIGS. 5 and 6 , theribbed projection 34 can facilitate a snip-fit connection of anedge cover 54 to therail 18. However, the connector can be an alternative structure for attaching theedge cover 54, such as a projection with a different shape or a groove formed in therail 18 between theflanges - Referring to
FIG. 5 , therail 18 can also define twocomponent connecting channels 36 and 38 for connecting accessories such as theclamp 70 or the connectingbeam 82. Thechannels 36 and 38 can be formed of opposing pairs of L-shaped extensions 36 a and 36 b and 38 a and 38 b, respectively, as illustrated. Component connecting structures can have alternative geometries to the illustratedchannels 36 and 38. For example, a flange or a series of holes designed to accept screws can be included instead of one of thechannels 36 or 38. As illustrated, one channel 36 can be located opposite the W-shape groove 35, with the channel 36 opening in the opposite direction as the groove 35 opens. Theother channel 38 can be located along therail 18 between the W-shaped groove 35 and the channel 36, and thechannel 38 can open in a direction facing away from thefirst display area 42. Alternatively, only one or more than two channels can be included if desired. For example, a third channel can be included opposing thechannel 38 if desired. Alternatively, eachrail 18 can be formed without either of thechannels 36 and 38. Also, anannular spacer 37 can be positioned between theclamp 70 and thechannel 38 such that theclamp 70 can be coupled to thechannel 38 without creating an indentation in thesheet 60. - As shown in
FIGS. 5 and 6 , thefirst sheet 46 can include anedge 52 folded over theflange 22 and secured to theinner surface 26 of theflange 22, and thesecond sheet 60 can similarly include anedge 66 folded over theflange 28 and secured to theinner surface 32 of theflange 28. One difference between thefalse ceiling 100 as shown inFIGS. 1 and 2 and thedecorative display 10 as shown inFIG. 5 is the direction in which thesheets rail 18. That is, thesheets false ceiling 100 are generally planar, while thesheets decorative display 10 are shown as parallel but spaced apart. The orientation of thesheets decorative display 10 allows thesheets other rails 18 in thesame frame 16. However, thesheets FIG. 5 . - To secure the
sheets frame 16, a fabric attaching structure such as strips of hook-and-loop tape 68 a can be attached to theinner sides flanges loop tape 68 b can be attached toedges second sheets FIGS. 5 and 6 . Alternatively, other types of fabric attaching structures such as clips, snaps, adhesive, or double-sided tape can be used to connect thesheets frame 16. Alternatively, theedges frame 16. Thesheets other rails 18 of theframe 16. - The
sheets outer sides sheets sheets -
FIG. 5 illustrates an example of theedge cover 54 secured to the ribbedprojection 34. Theedge cover 54 includes adecorative surface 56 andprongs 57 defining agroove 58 projecting from the opposing side of thecover 54 from thedecorative surface 56. Thedecorative surface 56 can match theoutside surface 48 of thesheet 46. Thegroove 58 can be sized for engagement with the ribbed projection 34 (i.e., the distance between theprongs 57 can be slightly greater than a maximum width of the ribbed projection 34), and eachprong 57 can include aboss 59 for engagement with theprojection 34. Thecover 54 can be shaped to engage the groove 35 by includingedges 61 chamfered at an angle corresponding to the angle of theinner surfaces flanges edge cover 54 such that thedecorative surface 56 spans the maximum distance or another distance between theflanges - The
edge cover 54 can conceal the foldededges decorative sheets frame 16. Theedge cover 54 can be installed by urging theribbed projection 34 between the prongs 57. When installed, portions of theedges 61 of theedge cover 54 abut thesheets decorative surface 56 forms a right angle relative to bothsheets edge cover 54 can include a different structure for attaching to theframe 16. For example, theedge cover 54 can be U-shaped for engagement with theouter surfaces 24 and 30 of theflanges separate edge cover 54 can attach to each side of theframe 16, or a single edge cover can be shaped to conform to a profile of theframe 16. - A
clamp 70 can be attached to one of thechannels 36 or 38, with theclamp 70 shown inFIGS. 7A and 7B attached to thechannel 38. An example of theclamp 70 includes aU-shaped body 72 secured to theframe 16 with abolt 71, a hingedportion 74 coupled to thebody 72 by ahinge 76, aflange 78 on the hingedportion 74 defining aslot 79, and ahandle 80 screwed on abolt 81 that is pivotally coupled to thebody 72. - As shown in
FIG. 7A , theclamp 70 can be closed by inserting thebolt 81 into theslot 71 and tightening turning thehandle 80 until thehandle 80 engages theflange 78, thereby urging theflange 78 against thebody 72. In the closed position, theclamp 70 can secure theframe 16 to atruss 12 or another structure as shown inFIG. 5 . As shown inFIG. 7B , theclamp 70 can be disengaged from thetruss 12 by loosening thehandle 80, sliding thebolt 81 out of theslot 79 to disengage thehandle 80 from theflange 78, and rotating the hingedportion 74 relative to thebody 72. As an alternative to engagement with one of thechannels 36 and 38, theclamp 70 can be attached at another position on theframe 16, for example by securing theclamp 70 to theframe 16 with a screw. Additionally, structures other than theclamp 70 can be used to attach theframe 16 to thetruss 12, for example a U-shaped bracket positioned around thetruss 12 and attached at each end to theframe 16. Theclamp 70 can also be used with other frames, e.g., theframe 102 - A connecting
beam 82 as illustrated inFIG. 8 can be used to attach twoframes 16 together as shown inFIG. 9 . The connectingbeam 82 can also be used to attach theframe 16 to a different structure. While the illustratedbeam 82 is linear, thebeam 82 can alternatively be curved or have another non-linear shape. The connectingbeam 82 can include an expander joint 84 at each end for attachment with one of thechannels 36 and 38 on theframe 16. Specifically, the expander joint 84 can be inserted between the L-shaped flanges 38 a and 38 b of thechannel 38 in a closed state. As anadjustment screw 86 is turned, twoteeth FIG. 8 , thereby engaging thebeam 82 with thechannel 38 of theframe 16. The connectingbeam 82 can include alternative connectors at each end, such as a snap-fit connector, a bracket for accepting a screw, or another type of connector. The connectingbeam 82 can also includegrooves 90 along its sides.Grooves 90 can be similarly shaped and sized aschannels 36 and 38 for compatibility with the same sizes ofclamps 70 andconnector beams 82 that can be attached to theframe 16. - The connecting
beam 82 can further include anangled flange 120. Theflange 120 can include afirst portion 120 b attached to the connectingbeam 82 and a second portion 120 a angled relative to the connectingbeam 82 as is discussed below in reference toFIG. 9 . Thefirst portion 120 b can be bonded, bolted, welded, or otherwise attached to the connectingbeam 82. Theflange 120 can be formed by bending a piece of sheet metal, molding plastic, or using another method. Alternatively, the connectingbeam 82 andflange 120 can be formed integrally (e.g., via extrusion). - A three-dimensional structure can be formed by attaching
multiple frames 16 a and 16 b with connectingbeams 82 as shown inFIG. 9 . Additionally, other structures can be formed by attachingmultiple frames 16 with connectingbeams 82, such as multiple vertical walls defining a room. Thesheet 46 can be secured to one of the frames 16 a inFIG. 9 , extend along the connectingbeams 82, and be secured to theother frame 16 b. Alternatively, thesheet 46 can wrap around theframe 16 b, extend back along the connectingbeams 82, and attach to frame 16 a. Additionally,multiple sheets frames 16 a and 16 b. The second portion 120 a of eachflange 120 can extend between corners of theframes 16 a and 16 b to support any sheets of fabric that extend between theframes 16 a and 16 b. That is, a longitudinal edge 120 c of theflange 120 can be aligned with corners of theframes 16 a and 16 b, thereby providing support for a sheet of fabric extending between theframes 16 a and 16 b. -
FIG. 10 shows theframe 16 attached to apole 92 in a vertical configuration. In this orientation, both thefirst display area 42 and asecond display area 94 can be visible, and accordingly thesheet 46 can be secured across thefirst display area 42 and thesheet 60 can be secured across thesecond display area 94 to create a double-sided decorative display. Alternatively, a single sheet, e.g.,sheet 46, can be spread across thefirst display area 42, folded around theframe 16, and spread across thesecond display area 94. Edge covers 54 can be attached to each side of theframe 16. -
FIG. 11 shows the L-shapedconnector 39 and tworails 18. Eachrail 18 can define a hollow center 18 a. A side of eachrail 18 opposite thechannel 38 can also define one ormore apertures 19. The L-shapedconnector 39 can define one or more threaded apertures 39 a, and the threaded apertures 39 a can be aligned with theapertures 19 defined by eachrail 18 when theconnector 39 is inserted into the hollow center 18 a of therail 18. To aid in the alignment of theapertures 39 a and 19, theconnector 39 can define arelief portion 39 b that is offset by a height (as shown inFIG. 11 ) of the hollow center 18 a. Once theconnector 39 is inserted into therail 18, thebolts 40 can be inserted through theapertures 19 and threaded into the apertures 39 a to create a positive connection betweenconnector 39 and rails 18. Additionally,multiple bolts 40 can be used to decrease the likelihood of theconnector 39 andrail 18 becoming detached. As mentioned above, therails 18 can be attached using other structures. - Additional features not illustrated can also be included. For example, the
edge cover 106 as shown inFIG. 1 can define an aperture, and a tether can be tied at one end to theend cover 106 and at another end to thetruss 12 or theframe 102 in case the edge cover becomes detached from therail 104. Thus, theedge cover 106 can be attached to thetruss 12 with a positive tie line. A similar safety tether system can be used on theframe 102 in the event theclamp 70 becomes detached from thetruss 12. - The above-described examples have been described in order to allow easy understanding of the invention and do not limit the invention. On the contrary, the invention is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims, which scope is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structure as is permitted under the law.
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1. A frame for holding a sheet of fabric, the frame comprising:
a rail including a first flange and a second flange spaced from the first flange, the rail defining a first connector extending an entire length of the rail between the first flange and the second flange.
2. The frame of claim 1 , wherein the first connector includes a snap-fit connector.
3. The frame of claim 1 , wherein the first connector includes a ribbed projection.
4. The frame of claim 1 , further comprising an edge cover attached to the rail with a snap-fit connection.
5. The frame of claim 4 , wherein the edge cover defines a female snap-fit connector.
6. The frame of claim 1 , wherein the rail defines at least one channel for connecting an accessory to the frame.
7. The frame of claim 6 , wherein the accessory includes at least one of a clamp for mounting the frame to a supporting structure and a connecting beam for connecting the frame to a second frame.
8. The frame of claim 1 , wherein the first flange and second flange are obliquely angled.
9. A decorative display panel comprising:
a rail including a first flange, a second flange spaced from the first flange, and a first connector between the first flange and the second flange; and
an edge cover snap-fit to the first connector.
10. The decorative display panel of claim 9 , wherein the first flange and second flange are obliquely angled.
11. The decorative display panel of claim 9 , wherein the first connector includes a snap-fit connector.
12. The decorative display panel of claim 9 , wherein the first connector includes a ribbed projection extending from the rail.
13. The decorative display panel of claim 9 , wherein the first connector extends a length of the rail.
14. The decorative display panel of claim 9 , wherein the rail defines at least one channel for connecting an accessory to the frame.
15. The decorative display panel of claim 14 , wherein the accessory includes at least one of a clamp for mounting the frame to a supporting structure and a connecting beam for connecting the frame to a second frame.
16. The decorative display of claim of claim 9 , further comprising a first decorative sheet connected to the first flange and a second decorative sheet connected to the second flange.
17. A false ceiling comprising:
a rail defining a first flange, a second flange spaced from the first flange, and a first connector between the first flange and the second flange;
a first sheet connected to the first flange;
a second sheet connected to the second flange; and
an edge cover defining a second connector, the second connector engaged with the first connector.
18. The false ceiling of claim 17 , wherein the rail further defines a channel for connecting at least one of a clamp and a beam to the frame.
19. The false ceiling of claim 17 , wherein the first connector is snap-fit to the second connector.
20. The false ceiling of claim 17 , wherein the rail defines a longitudinal axis and wherein the first connector extends parallel to the longitudinal axis.
21. The false ceiling of claim 20 , wherein the first connector extends an entire length of the rail.
22. The false ceiling of claim 17 , wherein the second connector includes two spaced hooked cantilevers.
23. The false ceiling of claim 22 , wherein the hooked cantilevers extend an entire length of the edge cover.
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