Sign stand and sign stand attachment

Abstract

We provide a sign stand that allows for easy changes to the displayed information. [Solution] The sign stand according to this disclosure comprises a sign structure, a display structure, and an adhesive structure. The sign structure is provided so as to be able to stand upright on a mounting surface. The display structure presents display information on its surface. The adhesive structure has the function of adhering to and releasing the surface of the sign structure and the back surface of the display structure. Therefore, the display structure can be easily replaced. As a result, the display information can be easily changed.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a sign stand and an attachment for a sign stand. [Background Art]

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses a sign stand. According to the sign stand, the number of display structures can be increased or decreased. For this reason, display information can be changed. [Prior Art Documents] [Patent Documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2006-293231 [Summary of the Invention] [Problem to be Solved by the Invention]

[0004] However, the structure of the sign stand described in Patent Document 1 is complicated. For this reason, display information cannot be easily changed.

[0005] The present disclosure has been made to solve the problem described above. An object of the present disclosure is to provide a sign stand and an attachment for a sign stand that allow display information to be easily changed. [Means for Solving the Problem]

[0006] The sign stand according to the present disclosure includes: a signboard structure provided so as to be able to stand on a placement surface; a display structure that presents display information on a front surface thereof; and an adsorption structure having a function of adsorbing between a front surface of the signboard structure and a back surface of the display structure and releasing the adsorption.

[0007] The sign stand attachment according to this disclosure comprises a display structure that presents display information on its surface, and an adsorption structure that has the function of adsorption and release between the surface of a sign structure provided to be erected on a mounting surface and the back surface of the display structure. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to this disclosure, in a sign stand and an attachment for a sign stand, the suction structure has the function of adhering to and releasing the surface of the sign structure and the back surface of the display structure. Therefore, the display information can be easily changed. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0009] [Figure 1] This is a front view of the sign stand in Embodiment 1. [Figure 2] This is a side view of the sign stand in Embodiment 1. [Figure 3] This is a front view illustrating the method of attaching one of a pair of display elements to one of a pair of sign bodies of a sign stand in Embodiment 1. [Figure 4] This is a perspective view of the main part of the sign stand in Embodiment 1. [Figure 5] This is a perspective view of the main part of the sign stand in Embodiment 1. [Figure 6] This is a longitudinal cross-sectional view showing the sign stand in Embodiment 2 in a state where it is erected on a mounting surface. [Figure 7] This is a longitudinal cross-sectional view showing the sign stand in the folded state in Embodiment 2. [Figure 8] This is a front view of the sign body of the sign stand in Embodiment 2, as seen from the back side. [Figure 9] This is a diagram illustrating the display body and case body that constitute the display structure of the sign stand in Embodiment 3. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0010] The embodiments will be described with reference to the attached drawings. In each drawing, the same or corresponding parts are denoted by the same reference numerals. The explanation of such parts will be simplified or omitted as appropriate.

[0011] Embodiment 1. Figure 1 is a front view of the sign stand in Embodiment 1. Figure 2 is a side view of the sign stand in Embodiment 1.

[0012] As shown in Figure 1, the sign stand 1 comprises a sign structure 2 and a display structure 3. The sign structure 2 is provided so that it can be erected on a mounting surface. For example, the sign structure 2 is provided so that it can be erected on the ground, floor, etc. The display structure 3 displays information on its surface. The display information is information indicating the details of cleaning or equipment inspections being carried out near the location where the sign stand 1 is erected. In Figure 1, the display structure 3 displays "Light Bulb Replacement in Progress" as the display information on its surface.

[0013] As shown in Figure 2, the sign structure 2 comprises a pair of sign bodies 2A. The upper parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A are rotatably connected to each other. For example, the sign bodies 2A are made of resin. In a front view, the sign bodies 2A are formed in a trapezoidal shape. The outer shape of the sign bodies 2A slopes outward from top to bottom. The color of the sign bodies 2A is set as appropriate. For example, the color of a general-purpose sign body 2A is yellow or green. For example, to match a chic location, the color of the sign body 2A is brown.

[0014] As shown in Figure 2, the display structure 3 includes a pair of display bodies 3A. For example, the display body 3A is a laminated product. In a front view, the display body 3A is formed in a trapezoidal shape. Regarding the outer shape of the display body 3A, the inclination angle in this case is equal to the inclination angle of the outer shape of the signboard body 2A. The size of the display body 3A is set as appropriate. For example, the size of the display body 3A is equivalent to A4 size. For example, the size of the display body 3A is equivalent to A3 size. For example, the size of the display body 3A is equivalent to B5 size. In the pair of display bodies 3A, each surface presents display information.

[0015] As shown in Figure 2, the sign stand 1 includes a pair of elastic bodies 4. For example, the elastic body 4 is formed of silicon. For example, one of the pair of elastic bodies 4 is detachably provided to one lower end of the pair of signboard bodies 2A. For example, one of the pair of elastic bodies 4 covers at least a part of the lower end of one of the pair of signboard bodies 2A. For example, the other of the pair of elastic bodies 4 is detachably provided to the other lower end of the pair of signboard bodies 2A. For example, the other of the pair of elastic bodies 4 covers at least a part of the lower end of the other of the pair of signboard bodies 2A.

[0016] Next, with reference to Figure 3, a method of attaching one of the pair of display bodies 3A to one of the pair of signboard bodies 2A will be described. Figure 3 is a front view for explaining the method of attaching one of the pair of display bodies to one of the pair of signboard bodies of the sign stand in Embodiment 1.

[0017] The left side of Figure 3 shows one surface of the pair of signboard bodies 2A. The pair of metal bodies 5 are provided on one surface of the pair of signboard bodies 2A as a part of an adsorption structure (one-side adsorption structure). One of the pair of metal bodies 5 is provided at an upper portion of one of the pair of signboard bodies 2A. The other of the pair of metal bodies 5 is provided at a lower portion of one of the pair of signboard bodies 2A.

[0018] The right side of FIG. 3 shows one back surface of the pair of display bodies 3A. The pair of magnet bodies 6 are provided on one back surface of the pair of display bodies 3A as a part of an adsorption structure (one-side adsorption structure). One of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is provided at an upper portion of one of the pair of display bodies 3A. The other of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is provided at a lower portion of one of the pair of display bodies 3A.

[0019] When one back surface of the pair of display bodies 3A approaches one surface of the pair of signboard bodies 2A, one of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is adsorbed to one of the pair of metal bodies 5. The other of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is adsorbed to the other of the pair of metal bodies 5. As a result, one of the pair of display bodies 3A is attached to one of the pair of signboard bodies 2A in a state where display information is presented to the outside.

[0020] Although not illustrated, the method for attaching the other of the pair of display bodies 3A to the other of the pair of signboard bodies 2A is also the same.

[0021] Specifically, the pair of metal bodies 5 are provided on the other surface of the pair of signboard bodies 2A as a part of an adsorption structure (other-side adsorption structure). One of the pair of metal bodies 5 is provided at an upper portion of the other of the pair of signboard bodies 2A. The other of the pair of metal bodies 5 is provided at a lower portion of the other of the pair of signboard bodies 2A.

[0022] The pair of magnet bodies 6 are provided on the other back surface of the pair of display bodies 3A as a part of an adsorption structure (other-side adsorption structure). One of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is provided at an upper portion of the other of the pair of display bodies 3A. The other of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is provided at a lower portion of the other of the pair of display bodies 3A.

[0023] When the other back surface of the pair of display bodies 3A approaches the other surface of the pair of signboard bodies 2A, one of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is adsorbed to one of the pair of metal bodies 5. The other of the pair of magnet bodies 6 is adsorbed to the other of the pair of metal bodies 5. As a result, the other of the pair of display bodies 3A is attached to the other of the pair of signboard bodies 2A in a state where display information is presented to the outside.

[0024] Next, a method for improving the stability of the sign stand 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5. Figures 4 and 5 are perspective views of the main parts of the sign stand in Embodiment 1.

[0025] As shown in Figure 4, the sign stand 1 comprises a rod 7 and a magnet 8 for the rod.

[0026] For example, the rod 7 is made of metal. One end of the rod 7 is rotatably connected to the central side of one of the pair of sign bodies 2A via a connecting body 7A.

[0027] The rod magnet 8 is provided on the side of one of the pair of sign bodies 2A. The rod magnet 8 is attracted to the other end of the rod 7 when the rod 7 is positioned along the side of one of the pair of sign bodies 2A.

[0028] As shown in Figure 5, the other end of the rod 7 is connected to the central side of the other sign body 2A via the connecting body 7B, when the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A are separated. As a result, the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A are kept separated.

[0029] According to Embodiment 1 described above, the suction structure has the function of adsorption and release of adsorption between the surface of the sign structure 2 and the back surface of the display structure 3. Specifically, the metal body 5 is provided on the surface of the sign structure 2A. The magnet body 6 is provided on the back surface of the display body 3A. Therefore, the display body 3A can be easily replaced. As a result, the displayed information can be easily changed.

[0030] Alternatively, a magnetic body may be used instead of the metal body 5. In this case as well, the magnetic body and the magnetic body 6 form an adsorption structure, allowing the display unit 3A to be easily replaced. As a result, the displayed information can be easily changed.

[0031] Alternatively, suction cups may be used as the suction structure. In this case, suction cups can be provided on either the front surface of the sign body 2A or the back surface of the display body 3A. In this case as well, the display information can be easily changed.

[0032] Furthermore, the elastic body 4 covers at least a portion of the lower end of the sign structure 2. This helps to prevent scratches on the mounting surface.

[0033] Furthermore, the upper parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A are rotatably connected to each other. This allows the pair of sign bodies 2A to be folded. As a result, the sign stand 1 can be easily carried.

[0034] Furthermore, the one-sided suction structure has the function of adhering to and releasing the adsorption between one surface of the pair of sign bodies 2A and the back surface of one of the pair of display structures 3. The other-sided suction structure has the function of adhering to and releasing the adsorption between the other surface of the pair of sign bodies 2A and the other back surface of the pair of display structures 3. Therefore, it is possible to display two different pieces of information on a single sign stand 1.

[0035] Furthermore, the rod 7 maintains a state where the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A are separated. This improves the stability when the sign stand 1 is erected on the mounting surface.

[0036] Furthermore, the magnet 8 for the rod attracts to the other end of the rod 7 when the rod 7 is positioned along the side of one of the pair of sign bodies 2A. This prevents the rod 7 from moving around freely when the pair of sign bodies 2A are folded and carried.

[0037] Alternatively, the rod body 7 may be made of resin, and a resin rod body holder may be used instead of the rod body magnet 8. In this case, the other end of the rod body 7 and the rod body holder should be configured to be detachable. In this case as well, when folding and carrying the pair of sign bodies 2A, the rod body 7 can be prevented from moving around freely.

[0038] Furthermore, the shapes of the sign body 2A and the display body 3A do not have to be trapezoidal. For example, the shapes of the sign body 2A and the display body 3A may be rectangular. By matching the shapes of the sign body 2A and the display body 3A in this way, a sign stand 1 with excellent design can be provided.

[0039] Embodiment 2. Figure 6 is a longitudinal cross-sectional view showing the sign stand in Embodiment 2 in an upright position on the mounting surface. Figure 7 is a longitudinal cross-sectional view showing the sign stand in Embodiment 2 in a folded position. Note that parts identical or corresponding to parts in Embodiment 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals. Descriptions of these parts are omitted.

[0040] As shown in Figure 6, at least one of the pair of sign bodies 2A is provided with a recess 2B. The recess 2B is formed on the back surface of the sign body 2A. The recess 2B is formed to accommodate a display body 3A.

[0041] The suction structure 9 for the sign body has the function of attracting and releasing the lower parts of a pair of sign bodies 2A. For example, the suction structure 9 for the sign body is a magnet. The holder 10 is provided so that it can be positioned between the lower parts of a pair of sign bodies 2A. For example, the holder 10 is detachably attached to the lower parts of a pair of sign bodies 2A. For example, the holder 10 is foldably attached to one of the pair of sign bodies 2A. When the holder 10 is positioned between the lower parts of a pair of sign bodies 2A, it prevents the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A from attracting each other. The weight 11 is a heavy object. When the holder 10 is positioned between the lower parts of a pair of sign bodies 2A, the weight 11 is placed on top of the holder 10.

[0042] As shown in Figure 7, when the sign stand 1 is folded, the suction structure 9 for the sign body maintains a state in which the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A are attracted to each other. As a result, the display body 3A remains stored in the recess 2B of the pair of sign bodies 2A.

[0043] Next, Figure 8 will be used to explain the details of the recess 2B. Figure 8 is a front view of the sign body of the sign stand in Embodiment 2, as seen from the back side.

[0044] As shown in Figure 8, the recess 2B is formed to be trapezoidal when viewed from the back side of the sign body 2A. Although not shown, the recess 2B is formed to be slightly larger than the outer shape of the sign body 2A when viewed from the back side of the sign body 2A.

[0045] According to Embodiment 2 described above, the recess 2B houses the display unit 3A. In this case, the depth of the recess 2B should be set so that multiple display units 3A can be housed. In this case, multiple display units 3A can be easily carried. As a result, the displayed information can be changed more easily.

[0046] Furthermore, the suction structure 9 for the sign body has the function of adhering to and releasing the suction between the lower parts of a pair of sign bodies 2A. In this case, when setting the sign stand 1 on the mounting surface, the suction between the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A should be released. When carrying the sign stand 1, the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies 2A should be adhering to each other. This makes it easy to handle the sign stand 1.

[0047] Alternatively, instead of the suction structure 9 for the sign body, a detachable structure for the sign body made of resin or the like may be used. In this case, the detachable structures for the sign body should be configured to be detachable from each other. In this case as well, the handling of the sign stand 1 can be made easier.

[0048] Furthermore, the support body 10 is provided so as to be positioned between the lower parts of a pair of sign bodies 2A. The weight body 11 is placed on top of the support body 10. This increases the stability when the sign stand 1 is erected on a surface. For example, even if the wind blows outdoors, the sign stand 1 is less likely to fall over.

[0049] Embodiment 3. Figure 9 is a diagram illustrating the display body and case body that constitute the display structure of the sign stand in Embodiment 3. Note that parts identical or corresponding to parts in Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2 are denoted by the same reference numerals. Descriptions of these parts are omitted.

[0050] As shown in the upper part of Figure 9, the display structure 3 comprises a display unit 3A and a case unit 3B.

[0051] The display unit 3A is formed in a rectangular shape. For example, the display unit 3A is a laminated product.

[0052] For example, the case body 3B is a clear file. The case body 3B is formed in a rectangular shape. The case body 3B is equipped with a replaceable display unit 3A. For example, the case body 3B is equipped with a replaceable display unit 3A from one side.

[0053] The case body 3B comprises a transparent portion 3C and a colored portion 3D on its surface. The transparent portion 3C is located in the center of the case body 3B. The colored portion 3D is located on both sides of the case body 3B. The color of the colored portion 3D is the same as the color of the sign body 2A (not shown in Figure 10). The boundary between the transparent portion 3C and the colored portion 3D slopes outward from top to bottom. Although not shown, the angle of inclination in this case is the same as the angle of inclination of the outer shape of the sign body 2A.

[0054] Although not shown in Figure 9, the adsorption structure has the function of adsorption between the surface of the sign body 2A and the back surface of the case body 3B, and release of adsorption.

[0055] As shown in the lower part of Figure 9, when the display unit 3A is inserted into the case body 3B, in a front view, the display unit 3A appears trapezoidal through the transparent part 3C of the case body 3B.

[0056] According to Embodiment 3 described above, in the case body 3B, the boundary between the transparent part 3C and the colored part 3D is inclined outwards from top to bottom. Therefore, a sign stand 1 with excellent design can be provided without making the display body 3A trapezoidal.

[0057] Furthermore, in Embodiments 1 to 3, if a pair of sign bodies 2A are made to have the same shape and can be connected, a pair of sign bodies 2A can be manufactured using a single mold. As a result, the cost of the sign stand 1 can be reduced. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0058] 1 Sign stand, 2 Sign structure, 2A Sign body, 2B Recess, 3 Display structure, 3A Display body, 3B Case body, 3C Transparent part, 3D Colored part, 4 Elastic body, 5 Metal body, 6 Magnetic body, 7 Rod body, 7A Connecting body, 7B 8 Magnet for rod body, 9 Adsorption structure for sign body, 10 Holder, 11 Weight

Claims

1. A sign structure designed to be erected on a mounting surface, A display structure that presents display information on its surface, An adsorption structure having the function of adsorption and release of adsorption between the surface of the sign structure and the back surface of the display structure, A sign stand equipped with [unclear] features.

2. The aforementioned adsorption structure is A metal body provided on either the front surface of the sign structure or the back surface of the display structure, A magnetic body provided on the surface of the sign structure and on the other side of the back surface of the display structure, A sign stand according to claim 1, comprising:

3. The aforementioned adsorption structure is A suction cup is provided on either the front surface of the sign structure or the back surface of the display structure. A sign stand according to claim 1, comprising:

4. An elastic body covering at least a portion of the lower end of the sign structure, A sign stand according to claim 1, comprising:

5. The aforementioned sign structure is, A pair of signboards, whose upper parts are rotatably connected to each other. Equipped with, The aforementioned display structure is A pair of display units that present information on their respective surfaces, Equipped with, The aforementioned adsorption structure is A one-sided suction structure having the function of adsorption and release of adsorption between one surface of the pair of sign bodies and the back surface of one of the pair of display structures, An other-side adsorption structure having the function of adsorption and release of adsorption between the other surface of the pair of sign bodies and the other back surface of the pair of display structures, A sign stand according to claim 1, comprising:

6. At least one of the pair of signboards is On the reverse side, a recess for housing the display body, The sign stand according to claim 5, comprising:

7. A suction structure for a sign body having the function of adsorption and release of adsorption between the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies, A holder is provided so as to be positioned between the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies, and prevents the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies from adhering to each other. A weight placed on top of the aforementioned holder, The sign stand according to claim 5, comprising:

8. A rod whose one end is rotatably connected to the central side of one of the pair of sign bodies, and whose other end is connected to the central side of the other of the pair of sign bodies, maintaining the state in which the lower parts of the pair of sign bodies are separated. The sign stand according to claim 5, comprising:

9. A rod magnet provided on the side of one of the pair of sign bodies, which attracts the other end of the rod when the rod is positioned along the side of one of the pair of sign bodies, The sign stand according to claim 8, comprising:

10. A display structure that presents display information on its surface, An adsorption structure having the function of adsorption and release of adsorption between the surface of a sign structure provided to be erected on a mounting surface and the back surface of the display structure, An attachment for sign stands equipped with [feature / feature].

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