WO2013134826A1 - Élément de retenue pour cadre - Google Patents

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WO2013134826A1
WO2013134826A1 PCT/AU2013/000253 AU2013000253W WO2013134826A1 WO 2013134826 A1 WO2013134826 A1 WO 2013134826A1 AU 2013000253 W AU2013000253 W AU 2013000253W WO 2013134826 A1 WO2013134826 A1 WO 2013134826A1
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recess
head portion
tail portion
backing member
picture frame
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PCT/AU2013/000253
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Gary Skinner
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Garmond Pty Ltd
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Priority to US14/385,470 priority Critical patent/US20150075046A1/en
Priority to EP13760941.8A priority patent/EP2825079A4/fr
Priority to AU2013232737A priority patent/AU2013232737A1/en
Publication of WO2013134826A1 publication Critical patent/WO2013134826A1/fr

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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G1/00—Mirrors; Picture frames or the like, e.g. provided with heating, lighting or ventilating means
    • A47G1/06—Picture frames
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G1/00—Mirrors; Picture frames or the like, e.g. provided with heating, lighting or ventilating means
    • A47G1/06—Picture frames
    • A47G2001/0677—Picture frames having means for fixing the picture or backing to the frame, e.g. clips, nails or the like
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC
    • Y10T—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER US CLASSIFICATION
    • Y10T29/00—Metal working
    • Y10T29/49—Method of mechanical manufacture
    • Y10T29/49826—Assembling or joining
    • Y10T29/49892—Joining plate edge perpendicularly to frame

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  • the present invention relates to a retainer device for a picture frame assembly, and in particular, to a retainer device for a picture frame assembly that assists in holding a backing of a picture frame in position.
  • Picture frame assemblies come in a variety of types and sizes.
  • Picture frames generally comprise a frame or border having a recess within which is received a picture, such as a photograph.
  • the frame essentially forms a dual purpose, namely to provide an aesthetic border around the picture and to provide a structure to hold and retain the picture in a position for display.
  • Most picture frame assemblies generally comprise a rigid body having a central recess into which the picture is received.
  • a window region is generally provided in the body of the frame assembly that extends over the recess to provide a means ' for viewing the picture.
  • the window may have a glass or plastic cover to protect the picture positioned underneath.
  • a backing member in the form of a piece of plywood or similar material is located within the recess to be positioned at the rear of the picture when the picture is located within the frame assembly.
  • the backing member is generally shaped to conform to the shape of the recess so that the backing member acts to sandwich the picture between the backing member and the frame/glass, so that it is retained in position for viewing.
  • the retaining elements are in the form of metal pins or Wails that are inserted into the body of the frame assembly so as to exteiSl into the recess behind the backing member. The pins then act to engage with the rear of the backing member so as to prevent it from falling out of the recess.
  • the retaining members are inserted into the body of the frame assembly by way of tool such as a staple gun or the like, such that the pin penetrates the body a desired depth, typically around 6 - 7 mm, to prevent the pin inadvertently falling out of the frame assembly,
  • a retainer device for a picture frame assembly having a body with a recess for receiving an item for display and a backing member configured to be positioned behind said item to retain the item within the recess
  • the retainer device comprising: a head portion having one or more engagement members projecting from a surface thereof: and a tail portion extending from the head portion and configured to be pliable with respect to the head portion so as to be movable between a first position and a second position with respect to the head portion; wherein the one or more engagement members of the head portion are configured to engage with a surface of the body of the picture frame assembly such that when the tail portion is in the first position the tail portion does not substantially extend into the recess of the picture frame assembly to enable placement of the backing member within the recess and when the tail portion is in the second position, the tail portion extends at least partially across the recess to engage a rear surface of the backing member to securely retain the backing member in position within the recess
  • the one or more engagement members are teeth are formed on an underside of the head portion and are configured to penetrate into the body upon application of a force to the head portion.
  • the one or more teeth may have a length of. approximately 2mm.
  • the retainer device may be mounted to extend substantially perpendicular to a rebate formed in the body.
  • a weakened region may be formed in the elongate tail portion adjacent the head portion to facilitate bending movement of the elongate tail portion with regard to the head portion.
  • the weakened region may be formed by forming an elongate slot through the elongate tail portion at the junction where the head portion and the elongate tail portion meet.
  • the present invention provides A picture frame comprising: a body having a recess formed therein for receiving an item for display, the recess having a rebate formed around a periphery thereof; a backing member configured to be received within said rebate so as to be positioned behind the item for display; and a plurality of retaining devices mountable to a wall of the body located within the rebate, each retaining device having a head portion configured to engage with the wall of the body and a tail portion pliably connected to the head portion, the tail portion being movable with respect to the head portion between a first position and at least a second position, such that when the tail portion is in the first position it does not substantially extend into the recess to enable the backing member to be received within said rebate, and when the tail portion is in the second position, the tail portion extends at least partially across the recess to engage a rear surface of the backing member to securely retain the backing member in position within the rebate.
  • Figure 1 is a rear view of a picture frame assembly employing the retainer device of the present invention with a backing member removed;
  • Figure 2 is the rear view of the picture frame assembly of Figure 1, with the backing member positioned and retained in place by the retainer devices;
  • Figure 3 is an enlarged view of a section of the picture frame assembly of Figure 1, showing the manner in which the retainer device of the present invention is secured to the picture frame assembly, prior to use;
  • Figure 4 is a top cross-sectional view of the arrangement of the picture frame assembly of Figure 3;
  • Figure 5 is a top cross-sectional view of the picture frame assembly of Figure 3, showing the manner in which the retainer device functions to retain the backing member in place;
  • Figure 6 is a plan view of a retainer device in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 7 is a side view of the retainer device of Figure 6.
  • the present invention will be described below in relation to a conventional picture frame assembly of the type having a frame body defining a central recess into which a picture, such as a photograph or the like is received and positioned for display.
  • the recess has a rebate formed about the perimeter thereof, which acts as a means for receiving a backing member to retain the picture in position.
  • a glass panel or window is located in the recess to provide a means for viewing the picture from a front surface of the picture frame assembly, It will be appreciated that the present invention could equally be applied to a variety of different types of picture frame assemblies, and still fall within the scope of the present invention.
  • the picture frame assembly 10 employing the retainer device 20 of the present invention is shown.
  • the picture frame assembly 10 comprises a substantially rectangular body 12 having a central recess 13 formed therein.
  • the recess is shown as being substantially rectangular; however, other shaped recesses 13 and bodies 12 are also envisaged.
  • a rebate 14 Around an outer rear- edge of the recess 13, there is provided a rebate 14.
  • the rebate 14 in the form of a stepped edge that defines a ledge positioned below the surface of the rear of the body 12.
  • a glass panel 16 is configured to be received within the recess 13 such that it is supported at its periphery by the rebate 14.
  • the glass panel 16 acts as a window or viewing area through which a picture (not shown) can be viewed when the picture frame assembly 10 is in an upright manner.
  • the picture may be a print or photograph having a visual display fonned on a surface thereof.
  • the picture is typically placed on the glass panel 16 such that the visual display is against the glass panel and centred as desired by a user.
  • a backing member 15 is positioned within the recess 13 so as to be located behind the picture.
  • the backing member 15 has a shape that substantially conforms to the recess 13 and functions to hold the picture in position against the glass panel 16,
  • retainer devices 20 are provided in order to retain the backing member 15 in position within the recess 13.
  • the retainer devices 20 are mounted to an inside wall of the body 12 at predetermined positions about the recess 13. In the embodiment as shown in Figures 1 and 2, eight retainer devices 20 are provided, however, it will be appreciated that the position and number of retainer devices 20 required to hold the backing member 15 in position will vary depending upon the specific requirements and configuration of the picture frame assembly 10.
  • the device 20 generally comprises a head portion 22 and a tail portion 24.
  • the head portion 22 has a plurality of teeth 23 that project from an underside thereof.
  • the teeth 23 extend from the head portion 22 and taper towards a sharp point.
  • the teeth each have sufficient rigidity to penetrate the body 12 of the picture frame assembly 10. hi order to fix the device 20 in position, the device 20 is positioned against the wall of the body 12 and a force is applied thereto, by way of a hammer, press or the like, to cause the teeth 23 to penetrate into the body 12.
  • Each of the teeth 23 has a length of approximately 2 mm such that the device 20 can be used in applications where the wall of the body 12 is very thin.
  • the teeth 23 may be configured so as to diverge away from each other, such that when the teeth penetrate the body 12 a degree of lateral force is created between the teeth 23.
  • the device 20 is typically made from a metal such as an steel or the like, and the teeth may be formed by punching a hole 21 in the head portion 22.
  • the teeth 23 are formed as a residual of the punching process.
  • the teeth may be formed by a variety of other means and still fall within the scope of the present invention.
  • the tail portion 24 extends from the head portion 22 and has a length substantially greater than the length of the head portion 22.
  • the tail portion has a length of approximately 9.5mm and the head portion 22 has a length of approximately 5.5mm.
  • a slot 25 is formed in the tail portion 24 at a region proximal the head portion to provide a region of reduced strength at or adjacent to the junction between the head portion 22 and the tail portion 24. The region of reduced strength enables the tail portion 24 to be bent about axis A-A with respect to the head portion, in a manner to be described in more detail below.
  • FIG. 3 an enlarged portion of the body 12 of the picture frame assembly 10 of Figure 1 is shown.
  • the body 12 has a front surface 12a, which represents the front of the picture frame assembly 10.
  • the rebate 14 is located substantially parallel to the front surface 12a and an inner wall 12b extends from the rebate 14 to the rear of the picture frame assembly 10, as shown.
  • the retainer device 20 is mounted to the inner wall 12b of the body 12, such that the head portion 22 is positioned adjacent the rebate 14 and the tail portion 24 extends towards the rear of the picture frame assembly, so as to be substantially parallel with the inner wall 12b and perpendicular to the rebate 14, as is shown in Figure 4.
  • the tail portion 24 of the retainer device 20 is bent through approximately 90° so as to be in contact with the rear of the backing member 15. The backing member is thus prevented from being removed from the recess 13 by the tail portion 24 of the retainer device 20, which ensures that the backing member 15, picture and glass panel 16 are sandwiched in position between the rebate 14 and the plurality of retainer devices 20.
  • the retainer device 20 of the present invention can be employed without the need for dedicated application devices and stapler guns and can be merely press fitted into position on the frame body 12. Due to the nature of the teeth provided on the retainer device the device can be employed in situations where the material of the frame body is made from a thin material, without fear of damage to the ultimatelycture of the frame assembly.
  • the retainer device of the present invention provides a simple yet effective alternative to conventional nail and pin arrangements used for retaining a backing of a picture frame in position.

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Abstract

L'invention concerne un élément de retenue (20) pour ensemble cadre (10). L'ensemble cadre (10) comprend un corps (12) doté d'un renfoncement (13) destiné à recevoir un article à afficher. Un élément de support (15) est conçu pour être placé derrière l'article afin de le retenir dans le renfoncement (13). L'élément de retenue (20) comprend une partie de tête (22) dotée d'un ou de plusieurs élément(s) de coopération (23) faisant saillie à partir de sa surface et une partie de queue (24) s'étendant à partir de la partie de tête (22) et conçu pour être replié par rapport à la partie de tête (22) afin d'être mobile entre une première position et une seconde position par rapport à la partie de tête (22. Les éléments de coopération (23) de la partie de tête (22) sont conçus pour coopérer avec une surface du corps (12) de l'ensemble cadre (10) de telle sorte que lorsque la partie de queue (24) se trouve dans la première position, elle ne s'étend sensiblement pas dans le renfoncement (13) de l'ensemble cadre (10) afin de permettre le placement de l'élément de support (15) à l'intérieur du renfoncement (13). Lorsque la partie de queue (24) se trouve dans la seconde position, elle s'étend au moins partiellement sur le renfoncement (13) pour coopérer avec la surface arrière de l'élément de support (15) afin de le maintenir en position de manière sûre à l'intérieur du renfoncement (13).
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US14/385,470 US20150075046A1 (en) 2012-03-14 2013-03-14 Retainer member for a picture frame
EP13760941.8A EP2825079A4 (fr) 2012-03-14 2013-03-14 Élément de retenue pour cadre
AU2013232737A AU2013232737A1 (en) 2012-03-14 2013-03-14 A retainer member for a picture frame

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