Standing signboard
The standing sign's innovative design allows for compact horizontal folding and screwless assembly, addressing the carrying and assembly challenges of conventional signs, enhancing portability and efficiency.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- KK TOSHIBA
- Filing Date
- 2023-11-24
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
Conventional construction standing signs are cumbersome to carry due to their vertical length when folded and require screwing and unscrewing for assembly and disassembly, which is time-consuming.
A standing sign design featuring a first and second sign frame with rotatable support legs, folding joints, telescopic connections, and storage joints, allowing the frames to be compactly folded and stored horizontally, with self-supporting legs and retractable display sections.
Enables easy transportation and storage of the sign by folding it horizontally, eliminating the need for screws and reducing assembly time, while maintaining stability and reusability through interchangeable display content.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] Embodiments of the present invention relate to Used in construction, etc. standing signs.
Background Art
[0002] In civil engineering work, construction work, etc., it is often required by laws, ordinances, safety regulations, etc. to install construction standing signs so that the outline of the work can be recognized. On this construction standing sign, for example, the name of the work, the purpose of the work, information of the constructor (name of the constructor, contact information, etc.), safety precautions, planned construction period, etc. are described, so the amount of description is large and it often becomes a large standing sign.
[0003] Conventionally, in order to store this large standing sign compactly, it is common to disassemble and carry the frame part and the display board part. The support legs of the frame part are foldable. When carrying the standing sign, the support legs are folded so as to be integrated with the frame. When installing the standing sign, the support legs are expanded so as to be separated from the frame, and the frame and the support legs are used to form four legs to install it.
[0004] However, when folded, it becomes long in the vertical direction, making it difficult to carry, and there is a problem that it cannot be stored without a space with a certain vertical width. Also, when attaching the display board to the frame, screwing is required, and when removing it, the screws must be removed, which is also troublesome.
[0005] Patent Document 1 describes an advertising display body (standing sign) having a first part and a second part provided with legs on the left and right, rotatably joined at their upper sides, and separated by a predetermined distance at their lower sides, having four legs and being self-standing, the legs having a leg main body and a male screw body capable of increasing and decreasing the protruding amount from within the leg main body, and being able to be stably arranged in a manner that does not cause tipping regardless of the properties of the location where the advertising display body is placed.
[0006] Patent document 2 describes a foldable signboard in which the display section is divided into upper and lower parts, and the display surface is folded inward so that it can be easily carried by workers. [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]
[0007] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2019-120795 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2002-339324 [Overview of the project] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]
[0008] As mentioned above, conventional technology makes the folded display unit long vertically, making it difficult to carry and inconvenient to store. Furthermore, attaching the display unit to the frame requires screws, and removing it also requires unscrewing, which is time-consuming. [Means for solving the problem]
[0009] To solve the above problems, the standing sign according to the embodiment has a first sign frame and a second sign frame, each equipped with support legs on their lower sides, joined together so that their upper sides can rotate relative to each other, and the first sign frame and the second sign frame can be rotated so that the support legs are separated by a predetermined distance. child and in The signboard is self-supporting thanks to the support legs, and comprises a folding joint that allows the first signboard frame and the second signboard frame to be folded in the middle of the vertical direction, an extendable joint that allows the first signboard frame and the second signboard frame to be shortened in the horizontal direction, a storage joint that allows the support legs to be extended and stored in the first signboard frame and the second signboard frame, and an upper display section and a lower display section that are divided at the vertical folding section of the first signboard frame and are each extendable in the horizontal direction. [Brief explanation of the drawing]
[0010] [Figure 1] An elevation view of the signboard according to the embodiment, as seen from the front. [Figure 2] A side view of the signboard according to the embodiment, as seen from the side. [Figure 3] An elevation view of the signboard according to the embodiment, as seen from the rear. [Figure 4] Detailed view of the retractable connecting section in a signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 5] Detailed view of the storage connection section in a signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 6] A rear view of the sign frame 11 in a signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 7] A schematic diagram showing <Procedure 1> for folding the signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 8] A schematic diagram showing <Step 2> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 9] A schematic diagram showing <Step 3> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 10] A schematic diagram showing <Step 4> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 11] A schematic diagram showing <Step 5> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. [Figure 12] A schematic diagram showing the folded state of the signboard according to the embodiment. [Modes for carrying out the invention]
[0011] The following describes embodiments for carrying out the invention with reference to the drawings. Figures 1, 2, and 3 are, Elevation front view, elevation side view, elevation rear view of the signboard according to the embodiment That is the case. In the explanation, "up and down" refers to the side on which the support legs 16a and 16b are provided as the lower side of the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12, and the opposite side as the upper side. "Left and right" refers to the left and right relative to the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 when the signboard 10 is installed with the upper sides of the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 facing upwards, and the display panel of the signboard 10 is viewed from the outside.
[0012] As shown in Figures 1 to 3, The standing signboard 10 according to the embodiment is under above the first signboard frame 11 and the second signboard frame 12 provided with support legs 16a and 16b on the sides 、 joined to each other rotatably via a rotation joint portion 19 Oki , and rotates the first signboard frame 11 and the second signboard frame 12 so that the support legs 16a and 16b are separated by a predetermined distance child and in , and is a standing signboard that can stand on its own by the support legs 16a and 16b.
[0013] In such a standing signboard 10, folding joint portions 13a and 13b are provided that enable the first signboard frame 11 and the second signboard frame 12 to be folded at intermediate portions (folding portions) in the vertical direction. Further, the standing signboard 10 includes telescopic connecting portions 14a and 14b that enable the first signboard frame 11 and the second signboard frame 12 to be respectively contracted in the left-right direction, that is, in the horizontal direction. Furthermore, the standing signboard 10 includes storage connecting portions 15a and 15b that enable the support legs 16a and 16b to be telescopically stored in the first signboard frame 11 and the second signboard frame 12 respectively. Details will be described below.
[0014] The first signboard frame 11 is provided with an upper display portion 17a and a lower display portion 17b on which the content displayed on the signboard is described, and is a frame for fixing these. Further, the first signboard frame 11 includes a support leg 16a, and the support leg 16a is provided for making the standing signboard 10 stand on its own.
[0015] The second signboard frame 12 is rotatably joined to the first signboard frame 11 via a rotation joint portion 19. Similar to the first signboard frame 11 、 it includes a support leg 16b for making the standing signboard 10 stand on its own. and,When the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 are rotated so that the support legs 16a and 16b are separated by a predetermined distance, the signboard 10 becomes self-supporting, supported by the support legs 16a and 16b.
[0016] In this embodiment, the second sign frame is not provided with an upper display section 17a and a lower display section 17b, but it is also possible to provide an upper display section 17a and a lower display section 17b in the same way as the first sign frame 11.
[0017] The folding joints 13a and 13b are so-called hinges that enable the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 to be folded in the vertical direction, that is, in the middle of the vertical direction. The folding joints 13a and 13b need to be attached to the front outer surfaces of the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 so that the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 can be folded outwards, respectively. Furthermore, although the folding joints 13a and 13b in this embodiment are hinges, they are not limited to hinges and any type of connector having the above-described function is acceptable.
[0018] Furthermore, fasteners 27a and 27b are provided on the back side of the folding joints 13a and 13b. Figure 6 is a rear view of the sign frame 11 in a signboard according to the embodiment. Using Figure 6, Regarding fastener 27a in the first sign frame 11 Theory To clarify, fastener 27b in the second sign frame. teeth, Since it has the same configuration as the fastener 27a in the first sign frame 11, the explanation is omitted.
[0019] Fastener 27a is 、 It is provided on the first sign frame 11 and is located on the back of the folding joint 13a, which is a hinge. 、Because it rotates freely, without the fastener 27a, it is difficult to hold the first sign frame 11 in a usable state (unfolded state). In this embodiment, the fastener 27a is a fastening device, which is what is commonly called a snap lock. In addition, The fastener 27a is not limited to a fastening metal fitting; any fastener that can hold the first sign frame 11 in an unfolded state is acceptable.
[0020] The expandable connecting parts 14a and 14b are 、 This is a connecting part that allows the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 to be retracted in the left-right direction, i.e., horizontally. Figure 4 is a detailed view of the retractable connecting section in the signboard according to the embodiment. Using Figure 4, Regarding the expandable connecting section 14a in the first sign frame 11 Theory To clarify, the telescopic connecting section 14b in the second sign frame has the same configuration as the telescopic connecting section 14a in the first sign frame 11, so its explanation will be omitted.
[0021] As shown in Figure 4, the telescopic connecting section 14a is divided into an insertion section 21 and a storage section 22. ru. soshi The insertion part 21 is made smaller than the storage part 22 so that it can slide into the storage part 22. The insertion part 21 is inserted into the storage part 22 and integrated with a fitting structure, and then the stopper 23 is fitted into the stopper hole 24a and fixed in place. The stopper 23 has enough elasticity to be embedded in the first sign frame when pressed with a finger, and when the stopper 23 is pressed with a finger from its fixed position, the insertion part 21 becomes slidable within the storage part 22. Yes, they are. The stopper 23 slides until it fits into the stopper hole 24b, allowing the first sign frame 11 to be shortened in the left-right direction. Furthermore, the expandable and retractable connecting parts 14a and 14b are not limited to the configuration of the embodiment, and other configurations are acceptable as long as they have the functions described above.
[0022] The storage connection sections 15a and 15b are operating levers that allow the support legs 16a and 16b to be stored in the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12, respectively. Figure 5 is a detailed view of the storage connection section in the signboard according to the embodiment. Using Figure 5, Regarding the storage connection section 15a in the first sign frame 11 Theory To clarify, the storage connection section 15b teeth, Since it has the same configuration as the storage connection section 15a, the explanation will be omitted.
[0023] As shown in Figure 5, For example, in this embodiment, support Multiple fixing grooves 26a are provided on the inner side of the support leg 16a. ru. soshi The support leg 16a is fixed in place by the tip of the operating lever 25a engaging with the fixing groove 26a. When storing the support leg 16a in the first sign frame 11, the lever portion of the operating lever 25a is pulled upward, the tip of the operating lever 25a disengages from the groove, and the support leg 16a slides inward into the first sign frame 11 for storage. Furthermore, the storage connection sections 15a and 15b are not limited to the configuration of this embodiment, and other configurations are acceptable as long as they have the functions described above.
[0024] Using Figures 1 and 6, Regarding the upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b Theory I will reveal it. The upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b are display sections that display information related to the construction work, such as the details of the work, the period, and the contractor. The upper display section 17a is provided on the upper part of the first sign frame 11, and the lower display section 17b is provided on the lower part of the first sign frame 11, so as to divide the first sign frame 11. Because the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 can be shortened in the left-right direction by the telescopic connecting parts 14a and 14b, the upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b are retractable in a roll-like manner in this embodiment. Other retractable configurations, such as a bellows type, may also be used.
[0025] The upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b have a retractable mechanism using a spring, similar to a roller screen. .this Therefore, The upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b are Each is provided with gripping parts 29a and 29b, and by gripping the gripping parts 29a and 29b, it becomes possible to extend the roll-shaped upper display section 17a and lower display section 17b in opposition to the winding force described above. Furthermore, the tips of the gripping parts 29a and 29b are ring-shaped, and by hooking the ring portion onto the locking parts 28a and 28b and locking them in place, it becomes possible to hold the upper display part 17a and the lower display part 17b in an extended state. The materials for the upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b are preferably vinyl-based materials with excellent durability and weather resistance, such as tarpaulin.
[0026] Furthermore, the upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b are 、 It is equipped with a storage pocket 31. By storing the paper, pouch, or other display material containing the details of the construction work to be displayed on the signboard 10 in the storage pocket 31, the details of the construction work can be easily identified. By changing the contents stored inside, the signboard 10 can be reused for different construction projects, eliminating the need to produce a new signboard for each project. In addition, The storage pocket 31 should be transparent and preferably made of a water-resistant material such as vinyl or silicone.
[0027] next, Using Figures 4, 7 to 12, Regarding the folding method of signboard 10, under This is explained in steps 1 through 5.
[0028] <Step 1> Figure 7 is a schematic diagram showing <Procedure 1> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. First, as shown in Figure 7, the ring portions of the gripping parts 29a and 29b are detached from the locking parts 28a and 28b, and the upper display section 17a and the lower display section 17b are stored in a roll-up shape.
[0029] <Step 2> Figure 8 is a schematic diagram showing <Step 2> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. Next, as shown in Figure 8, the rotating joint 19 is rotated to bring the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12 closer together, thereby folding the standing sign 10.
[0030] <Step 3> Figure 9 is a schematic diagram showing <Step 3> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. Then, as shown in Figures 5 and 9, the support legs 16a are retracted into the first sign frame 11 by operating the operating lever 25a. Although not shown, the support legs 16b of the second sign frame 12 are similarly retracted into the second sign frame 12 by operating the operating lever 25b.
[0031] <Step 4> Figure 10 is a schematic diagram showing <Step 4> when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. Once the support legs 16a and 16b are stored, the structure will be as shown in the left diagram of Figure 10. Next, as shown in the right diagram of Figure 10, the folding joints 13a and 13b are rotated to fold the first sign frame 11 and the second sign frame 12.
[0032] <Step 5> Figure 11 is a schematic diagram showing step 5 when folding the signboard according to the embodiment. Finally, as shown in Figures 4 and 11, press the stopper 23 with your finger to slide the insertion part 21 into the storage part 22, and slide the stopper 23 into the stopper hole 24b to shorten the first sign frame 11 in the left-right direction. Although not shown in the diagram, the same applies to the second sign frame 12, which can be reduced in the left-right direction.
[0033] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram showing the folded state of the signboard according to the embodiment. As described above, by folding the signboard 10 in the steps 1 to 5 described above, the signboard 10 can be transformed into a compact and easily portable state.
[0034] While embodiments of the present invention have been described, these embodiments are presented as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. These novel embodiments can be implemented in various other forms, and various omissions, substitutions, and modifications are permitted without departing from the spirit of the invention. These embodiments and their variations are included within the scope and spirit of the invention, as well as within the scope of the claims and their equivalents. [Explanation of Symbols]
[0035] 10…Standing sign, 11…First sign frame, 12…Second sign frame, 13a, 13b…Folding joint, 14a, 14b…Extendable joint, 15a, 15b…Storage joint, 16a, 16b…Support legs, 17a…Upper display section, 17b…Lower display section, 19…Rotating joint, 21…Insertion section, 22…Storage section, 23…Stopper, 24a, 24b…Stopper hole, 25a, 25b…Operating lever, 26a…Fixing groove, 27a, 27b…Fastener, 28a, 28b…Locking section, 29a, 29b…Grip section, 31…Storage pocket
Claims
1. A standing sign is provided in which the upper parts of a first sign frame and a second sign frame, each equipped with support legs on their vertical lower sides, are joined so as to be rotatable relative to one another, and the first sign frame and the second sign frame are rotated so as to be separated by a predetermined distance, thereby enabling the sign to stand on its own using the support legs, A folding joint that allows the first sign frame and the second sign frame to be folded in the middle of the vertical direction, The first sign frame and the second sign frame are each provided with an expandable / contractable connecting section that allows them to be shortened horizontally, The support legs are provided with a storage connecting section that allows them to be extended and retracted and stored within the first sign frame and the second sign frame, The first sign frame is divided vertically at the folding section and includes an upper display section and a lower display section, each of which is extendable and retractable horizontally. A signboard equipped with a stand-up sign.
2. The upper and lower display sections are equipped with storage pockets for storing display materials that describe the details of the construction work. A signboard according to claim 1.
3. The aforementioned storage connection section is Multiple fixing grooves provided in the support leg, An operating lever is provided on the first sign frame and the second sign frame, which fixes the support leg by engaging its tip with the fixing groove, A signboard according to claim 1 or claim 2, comprising the features described above.
4. The aforementioned expandable joint is, Storage compartment and An insertion part that slides and is inserted into the inside of the aforementioned storage part, A stopper provided in the insertion portion, A stopper hole is provided in the storage section, into which the stopper is fitted to secure the insertion section, A signboard according to claim 1 or claim 2, comprising the features described above.