Kit for modular construction of exhibition booth

Abstract

The invention relates to a kit for construction of a booth, comprising a frame and a strip, a first side of the frame comprising mounting holes, a distance between two mounting holes equal to X, the centres of the mounting holes located at a multiple of half of X from an end of the first side, the strip comprising an LED- screen, the LED-screen having a width corresponding to a width of the first side, the first side and the LED-screen having a length that is a multiple of X, the strip comprising at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals, wherein after attaching the strip to the first side the one or more connectors protrude through a mounting hole, the centre of said mounting hole being at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen that is a multiple of half of X.

Description

[0001] KIT FOR MODULAR CONSTRUCTION OF EXHIBITION BOOTH

[0002] Technical scope

[0003]

[0001] The present invention relates in general to a kit for modular construction of a temporary booth for trade fairs or expositions. In particular, the invention provides a solution for finishing corners of exhibition booths with LED-screens.

[0004] Background of the invention

[0005]

[0002] Exposition booths are usually modular constructions so that they can be assembled and dismantled in a rapid and simple manner, and be transported compactly. For that purpose, light frames are used as basic structure for the construction of the booth.

[0006]

[0003] In the past decade, these booths have become real visual gems, such that there use is not any longer limited to exhibitions and fairs, but that they are also used as stages or in the entertainment sector. More and more use is being made of display modules to attract visitors to the booth. These display modules are combined as tiles to form a wall, ceiling or even a floor of the booth.

[0007]

[0004] Originally, these display modules could not be combined into a large screen that apparently extends around a corner of the booth. Recently, specific corner elements have been developed to make this possible. An example of such a corner element is disclosed in EP 4 029 004 (EP ‘004). The corner element in EP ‘004 is provided with a LED-screen which extends over a corner surface. A drawback of the solution in EP ‘004 is that specific corner elements are needed depending on the wanted structure for the booth. This means that a lot of different elements have to be transported to the location of the exhibition. It requires quite some organization to find the correct elements and place them at the intended spot. The corner elements are also not fully modular, which is a big disadvantage for the construction of exhibition booths. Another drawback is that the corner elements are bulky elements, complicating the transport.

[0005] It is an object of the present invention to describe a solution that overcomes one or more of the described disadvantages of prior art solutions.

[0008] Summary of the invention

[0009]

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention relates to a kit for modular construction of an exhibition booth according to claim 1.

[0010]

[0007] This kit is advantageous because it allows to finish sides of a frame using a strip with LED-screen. The frame can be a standard frame used for the modular construction of exhibition booths. The strip joins the frame seamlessly. The strips are small and light, simplifying transport to and from the exhibition.

[0011]

[0008] Preferred embodiments of the kit are shown in claims 2 to 13.

[0012]

[0009] A specific preferred embodiment concerns a kit according to claim 5. An advantage of this embodiment is that two frames can be joined in a corner using the first bracket and that this corner can be finished with the first and second strip. Comers formed by traditional booth walls can also be fitted with LED-screens. No specific corner elements are required. The corner is assembled on site of the exhibition with a limited number of reusable elements, being strips and brackets. The exhibition booth can be constructed very modularly. The strips and brackets can be transported in a limited volume.

[0013]

[0010] Another specific preferred embodiment concerns a kit according to claim 11. This embodiment is beneficial to construct a corner of the booth that is formed by the first frame and a display module. Again, only a limited amount of reusable elements are needed for finishing the corner, being the first and third strip and the second bracket. This embodiment enables an even more modular way of constructing a exhibition booth.

[0011] In a second aspect, the present invention relates to a kit for modular construction of an exhibition booth according to claim 14.

[0014]

[0012] This kit is advantageous because it allows to finish sides of a display module using a strip with LED-screen. The display module can be a standard display module used for constructing a large screen that is part of an exhibition booth. The strip joins the display module seamlessly. The strips are small and light, simplifying transport to and from the exhibition.

[0015]

[0013] A specific preferred embodiment concerns a kit according to claim 15. An advantage of this embodiment is that two display modules can be joined in a corner using the fourth bracket and that this corner can be finished with the third strips. No specific corner elements are required. The corner is assembled on site of the exhibition with a limited number of reusable elements, being strips and brackets. The exhibition booth can be constructed very modularly. The strips and brackets can be transported in a limited volume.

[0016] Short description of the figures

[0017]

[0014] Figure 1A and 1B show a perspective front of a strip according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018]

[0015] Figure 2A and 2B show a perspective view of a strip attached to a frame according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019]

[0016] Figure 3A and 3B show a perspective view of a bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020]

[0017] Figure 4 shows a perspective view of a corner formed by two strips and two brackets according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021]

[0018] Figure 5 shows a top view of a corner formed by two strips and a bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 6 shows a top view of a corner formed by two strips and a bracket according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0022]

[0020] Figure 7A and 7B show a perspective view of a corner formed by two strips and a profile according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023]

[0021] Figure 8A and 8B show a perspective view of a corner between a frame and a display module formed by two strips and a profile according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024]

[0022] Figure 9A and 9B shows a perspective view of a corner formed by three strips and two brackets according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025]

[0023] Figure 10 shows a top view of the corner in Figure 9A and 9B.

[0026]

[0024] Figure 11 shows a perspective view of the corner in Figure 9A and 9B attached to a frame according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027]

[0025] Figure 12 shows a top view of the corner as shown in Figure 11.

[0028]

[0026] Figure 13A and 13B show a perspective view of a strip attached to a display module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029]

[0027] Figure 14 shows a top view of the strip attached to the display module as can bee seen in Figure 13Aand 13B.

[0030]

[0028] Figure 15 shows a perspective view of a corner between two display modules formed by two strips and brackets according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 16A and 16B shows a perspective view of a corner formed by three strips and brackets attached to a display module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031]

[0030] Figure 17 shows a top view of the corner formed by three strips and brackets attached to the display module as shown in Figure 16A and 16B.

[0032]

[0031] Figure 18 shows a front view of the corner formed by three strips and brackets attached to the display module as shown in Figure 16A and 16B.

[0033]

[0032] Figure 19 show a perspective view of strips attached to two frames according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the two frames are placed above each other.

[0034] Detailed description

[0035]

[0033] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used in the description of the invention, including technical and scientific terms, have the meaning as commonly understood by a person skilled in the art to which the invention pertains. For a better understanding of the invention, the following terms are explained explicitly.

[0036]

[0034] In this document, “a” and “the” refer to both the singular and the plural, unless the context presupposes otherwise. For example, “a segment” means one or more segments.

[0037]

[0035] Quoting numerical ranges by endpoints includes all integers, fractions and / or real numbers between the endpoints, these endpoints included.

[0038]

[0036] In the context of this document, a multiple of a number is a number that is the product of a given number and some other natural number. The natural number is at least one.

[0037] In the context of this document, a periphery is an external boundary of a body.

[0039]

[0038] In the context of this document, a LED-screen is a flat panel display that uses an array of light-emitting diodes as pixels for a video display.

[0040]

[0039] In the context of this document, a strip is a long narrow piece of a material.

[0041]

[0040] In the context of this document, to daisy-chain means to link together in series.

[0042]

[0041] In a first aspect, the invention relates to a kit for modular construction of an exhibition booth.

[0043]

[0042] The kit comprises a first frame for forming a wall, floor or ceiling part of the exhibition booth. The first frame comprises a front face, a back face and sides. The sides form a periphery of the first frame. The periphery is a lateral boundary of the front face and the back face. The sides may be linear or curved. The periphery may be rectangular, triangular, trapezoidal, a sector of a circle or may have any other suited shape. The front face and back face may be flat or curved. The front and back face may be open or closed. Preferably the first frame comprises fixations means for installing a panel, cloth or another suitable material to close the front and / or back face. Optionally, the first frame comprises hinges to install a door. Optionally, the first frame comprises glazing beads for installing a window panel.

[0044]

[0043] The first frame is made of metal, such as steel or aluminium, wood, plastic or another suited material. Preferably the first frame is made of metal, more preferably of aluminium. This is advantageous for obtaining a strong and light weight first frame.

[0044] In case of a metal or plastic frame, the first frame may be casted as a single piece. Preferably the first frame is assembled from profiles. The profiles may have a L-shaped or U-shaped cross-section. Preferably the profiles have a rectangular cross-section. The profiles may be glued, bolted or welded together. In case of a metal frame, the profiles of the first frame are preferably welded together.

[0045]

[0045] A first side of said sides forming the periphery extends in a first longitudinal direction. The first side is preferably a flat surface. Preferably the first side is perpendicular to the front surface at the level of the periphery. The first side comprises mounting holes. The mounting holes are optionally provided with threads. The mounting holes are suitable to attach frames of an exhibition booth to each other or to attach accessories to the first frame. When the first frame is assembled from profiles, the mounting holes extend preferably through the profiles. The mounting holes are placed equidistantly on a grid. A distance between two adjacent mounting holes equals to a length X. The length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes. The centres of the mounting holes are located at a distance from a first end of the first side along the first longitudinal direction that is a multiple of half the length X. Preferably a first mounting hole is at a distance of half the length X from said first end. Preferably the grid extends from the first end to an opposite second end of the first side, wherein a last mounting hole is at a distance of half the length X from said second end. Optionally, the first side comprises a first group of mounting holes, wherein the centres of the mounting holes of the first group are located at a distance from the first end that is a multiple of half the length X, and wherein the first mounting hole is at a distance of half the length X from the first end, and a second group of mounting holes, wherein the centres of the mounting holes of the second group are located at a distance from the second end that is a multiple of half the length X, and wherein the last mounting hole is at a distance of half the length X from the second end. The mounting holes of the first group are placed equidistantly on a grid with an intermediate distance equal to the length X and also the mounting holes of the second group are placed equidistantly on a grid with the intermediate distance equal to the length X. Alsoother sides of the first frame may comprise similar or identical mounting holes that are placed analogously or identically on a grid. A non-limiting example of a suitable first frame is described in the Belgian Patent BE1020560.

[0046]

[0046] The kit comprises a first strip. A front side of the first strip is an LED-screen.

[0047]

[0047] In a preferred embodiment the LED-screen of the first strip has a width that corresponds to a width of the first side of the first frame. Herewith is meant that the width of the LED-screen of the first strip is substantially equal to the width of the first side. The width of the first side is measured in a direction perpendicular to the first longitudinal direction and parallel to the first side. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the first strip is at most 4 mm smaller than the width of the first side, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the first strip is at most 4 mm greater than the width of the first side, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. The first side has a length that is a multiple of the length X. The LED-screen of the first strip has a length that is a multiple of the length X. This is beneficial to cover the first side completely with one or more first strips to finish the first frame.

[0048]

[0048] The first strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen. The first strip may comprise a first connector for supplying power and a second connector for supplying video signals to the LED-screen of the first strip. Optionally, the first connector and the second connector are combined in a single connector for supplying both power and video signals to the LED-screen. The first strip may comprise a third connector for daisy-chaining the power to additional first strips. The first strip may comprise a fourth connector for daisy-chaining video signals to additional first strips. Optionally, the third connector and the fourth connector are combined in a single connector for daisy-chaining both power and videosignals to additional first strips. Preferably the first strip comprises a first connector, a second connector, a third connector and a fourth connector.

[0049]

[0049] After attaching the first strip to the first side the one or more connectors protrude through a mounting hole in the first side. If the first strip comprises a first connector and a second connector, both the first connector and the second connector protrude through a mounting hole. This can be the same mounting hole. It can also be two separate mounting holes. This is beneficial to place the first strip almost seamlessly against the first side of the first frame. It is clear that in case the first strip comprises one or more connectors for daisy-chaining the power and video signals, also these connectors protrude through a mounting hole in the first side. Similarly as described before, this can be the same mounting hole or it can also be two separate mounting holes. The connector for supplying power and the connector for daisy-chaining the power may for instance protrude through the same mounting hole. Similarly, the connector for supplying video signals and the connector for daisy-chaining video signals may protrude through the same mounting hole.

[0050]

[0050] The centre of said mounting hole through which the one or more connectors protrude, is at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen of the first strip that is a multiple of half the length X. If the first strip comprises more than one connector and these connectors do protrude through different mounting holes, the centre of each of said mounting holes is at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen of the first strip that is a multiple of half the length X. This is beneficial because the first end of the LED-screen of the first strip can be aligned with the first end of the first side of the first frame. Also when multiple strips are used to cover the first side, it is possible to align the strips on the first side so that the first side of the first frame is completely covered.

[0051]

[0051] This embodiment is advantageous because the kit allows to finish sides of a frame using a strip with LED-screen. The frame can be a standard frame used for the modular construction of exhibition booths. The strip joins the frameseamlessly. The strips are small and light, simplifying transport to and from the exhibition.

[0052]

[0052] In an embodiment, said mounting holes in the first side of the first frame are circular holes with a diameter within a range of 30 mm ± 5 mm, preferably within a range of 30 mm ± 4 mm, more preferably within a range of 30 mm ± 3 mm, even more preferably within a range of 30 mm ± 2 mm and most preferably within a range of 30 mm ± 1 mm. Such diameter is sufficiently big for receiving the one or more connectors of the first strip. Such diameter is additionally advantageous for receiving brackets to attach multiple first frames to each other.

[0053]

[0053] In an embodiment the length X is at least 55 mm and at most 77.5 mm, preferably at least 57 mm and at most 72.5 mm, more preferably at least 59 mm and at most 67.5 mm, and even more preferably at least 61 mm and at most 63 mm. Most preferably the length X is 62 mm. Spaces for exhibition booths have usually dimensions that are a multiple of 1 m. A length X within said range allows constructing booths that almost completely occupy the foreseen space, while keeping some margin to neighbouring booths. It is additionally beneficial because it allows to foresee a sufficient amount of mounting holes along the length of the first side to attach first frames to each other or to attach other accessories to the first frame.

[0054]

[0054] In an embodiment the width of the first side of the first frame is equal to the length X. This is beneficial when for instance two first frames are placed next to each other, but rotated over 90°. The first sides of the two first frames are in a same plane, but perpendicular to each other. When the first frames are aligned, the mounting holes of the two frames will still be on a grid with an intermediate distance that equals to the length X. The two first frames can be easily attached to each other, for instance with linear or L-shaped connection profiles with attachment means with an intermediate distance equal to the length X.

[0055] In an embodiment the first side of the first frame has a length that is a multiple A of the length X and the LED-screen of the first strip has a length that is a multiple B of the length X. A is a multiple of B. This is beneficial to cover the first side of the first frame with a multiple of first strips.

[0055]

[0056] In a preferred embodiment the first strip comprises at the back side attachment means for attaching the first strip to the first side of the first frame. After attaching the first strip to the first side of the first frame, the attachment means engage a mounting hole in said first frame. The attachment means is for instance a clip that grip, clasp or hook in said mounting hole. The attachment means is for instance a stub with internal or external thread that is placed at the back side of the first strip. The stub protrudes after attaching the first strip to the first side of the first frame trough said mounting hole. The first strip can be attached to the first frame with the use of for instance a screw or bolt, with or without rings or adapters to accommodate a difference in diameter between the stub and said mounting hole. The thread is preferably a M8 thread. It is clear that other suitable attachment means are possible. This embodiment is beneficial because the attachment means align with the mounting holes on the first side of the first frame, allowing a modular construction of an exhibition booth.

[0056]

[0057] In a further embodiment the one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen are part of the attachment means for attaching the first strip to the first side of the first frame. For instance after connecting a power cable and / or video cable to the one or more connectors, the first side of the first frame is clamped between the back side of the first strip and a connector on said cable.

[0057]

[0058] In a preferred embodiment the kit comprises a power supply for the LED-screen of the first strip. The power supply is attachable to the first frame within its periphery. This is beneficial to hide the power supply and results in a visual and practical finishing of the booth. Preferably the power supply is attached to a mounting hole of the first frame. When the first frame is assembled fromprofiles and the mounting holes extend through the profiles, the power supply is more preferably attached to a mounting hole at a side of the profile that is directed towards an inner side of the first frame. This simplifies attachment of the power supply to the first frame. In case multiple first strips are daisy-chained, cables used for interconnecting the multiple first strips are preferably routed within the periphery of the first frame. When the first frame is assembled from profiles, the cables are more preferably routed mainly in said profiles.

[0058]

[0059] In a preferred embodiment, the kit comprises a second frame for forming a wall, floor or ceiling part of the exhibition booth, a second strip and a first bracket for connecting the first frame and the second frame.

[0059]

[0060] The second frame comprises a front face, a back face and sides. The sides form a periphery of the second frame. The periphery is a lateral boundary of the front face and the back face. A first side of said sides of the second frame forming the periphery extends in the first longitudinal direction. The first side of the second frame comprises mounting holes. The mounting holes are suitable to attach second frames to each other, to attach the second frame to the first frame or to attach accessories to the second frame. The mounting holes of the first side of the second frame are placed equidistantly on a grid. A distance between two adjacent mounting holes of the first side of the second frame equals to the length X. The length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes. The length X is the same length X as for the first frame. This is beneficial to attach a second frame to a first frame, improving the modularity of the kit. The centres of the mounting holes are located at a distance from a first end of the first side of the second frame along the first longitudinal direction that is a multiple of half the length X. The first side of the second frame has a length that is a multiple of the length X. It is clear to a person skilled in the art that the second frame has a similar structure as the first frame. All features of the first frame described above or below may be applied mutatis mutandis to the second frame. The second frame may or may not be identical to the first frame. For instance the second frame may have different dimensions. For instance the periphery of the second frame may be a sector of a circle, while the peripheryof the first frame is rectangular. For instance the front face of the second frame may be curved, while the front face of the first frame is flat. For instance the first side of the second frame may have a different width than the first side of the first frame. Preferably the first side of the second frame and the first side of the first frame have a substantially equal width. This means that the width of the first side of the second frame differs at most 5 mm from the width of the first side of the first frame, preferably at most 4 mm, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm, and most preferably at most 1 mm. This is beneficial for interchangeability of the first frame and the second frame.

[0060]

[0061] A front side of the second strip is an LED-screen. The LED-screen of the second strip has a width that corresponds to a width of the first side of the second frame. Herewith is meant that the width of the LED-screen of the second strip is substantially equal to the width of the first side of the second frame. The width of the first side of the second frame is measured in a direction perpendicular to the first longitudinal direction and parallel to the first side. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the second strip is at most 4 mm smaller than the width of the first side of the second frame, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the second strip is at most 4 mm greater than the width of the first side, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. The LED-screen of the second strip has a length that is a multiple of the length X. This is beneficial to cover the first side of the second frame completely with one or more second strips to finish the second frame. The second strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen of the second strip. After attaching the second strip to the first side of the second frame the one or more connectors protrude through a mounting hole in the first side of the second frame. The centre of said mounting hole of the second frame through which the one or more connectors protrude, is at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen of the second strip that is a multiple of half the length X. This is beneficial because the first end of the LED-screen of the second strip can be aligned with the first end of the first side of the second frame. Also whenmultiple strips are used to cover the first side of the second frame, it is possible to align the strips on the first side so that the first side of the second frame is completely covered. It is clear to a person skilled in the art that the second strip has a similar structure as the first strip. All features of the first strip described above or below may be applied mutatis mutandis to the second strip. The second strip may or may not be identical to the first strip. Preferably the first strip and the second strip are identical. When the width of the first side of the first frame and the first side of the second frame are equal, the first strip and the second strip are interchangeable. This further increases the modularity of the kit and improves the ease of construction of an exhibition booth.

[0061]

[0062] The first bracket comprises four sides. A first side of the first bracket is connected to a second side of the first bracket at an angle. The second side of the first bracket is connected to a third side of the first bracket at an angle. The third side of the first bracket is connected to a fourth side of the first bracket at an angle. The fourth side may or may not be connected to the first side of the first bracket. The first bracket may be made of metal, plastic or another suited material. Preferably the bracket is made of metal. A metal bracket may be a casted bracket, an extruded bracket or a bracket made of a plied metal sheet.

[0062]

[0063] The first side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first bracket to the first side of the first frame. The second side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first strip to the first bracket. The third side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the second strip to the first bracket. The fourth side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first bracket to the first side of the second frame. After attaching the first bracket to the first side of the first frame the attachment means on the first side of the first bracket engage a mounting hole in the first side of the first frame. After attaching the first bracket to the first side of the second frame the attachment means on the fourth side of the first bracket engage a mounting hole in the first side of the second frame. It is clear that when the first strip and the second strip are interchangeable, thefirst strip can be attached to the third side and the second strip to the second side of the first bracket.

[0063]

[0064] Preferably the first bracket has a height that is at most five times the length X, more preferably at most four times the length X and even more preferably at most three times the length X. The height is measured along the first longitudinal direction. This is advantageous because this leaves enough space beside the first bracket for the one or more connectors of the first strip and the second strip.

[0064]

[0065] Preferably the kit comprises at least two first brackets. This is beneficial to avoid that the first frame and the second frame are able to rotate relative to each other.

[0065]

[0066] An advantage of this embodiment is that two frames can be joined in a corner using the first bracket and that this corner can be finished with the first and second strip. Comers formed by traditional booth walls can also be fitted with LED-screens. No specific corner elements are required. The corner is assembled on site of the exhibition with a limited number of reusable elements, being strips and brackets. The exhibition booth can be constructed very modularly. The strips and brackets can be transported in a limited volume.

[0066]

[0067] In a preferred embodiment the attachment means on the second side and the third side of the first bracket are magnets. The back side of the first strip and the second strip are ferromagnetic or magnetic. This embodiment is advantageous for easy attachment of the strips to the first bracket, without the use of any tool.

[0067]

[0068] In an alternative embodiment the attachment means on the second side and the third side of the first bracket are mounting holes. After attaching the first strip to the second side of the first bracket, the attachment means of the first strip engage a mounting hole in the second side of the first bracket. After attaching the second strip to the third side of the first bracket, attachment means at the backside of the second strip engage a mounting hole in the third side ofthe first bracket. The attachment means at the back side of the first strip and the attachment means at the back side of the second strip are for instance as described in a previous embodiment of the first strip. Preferably the mounting holes in the second side and the third side have an equal diameter as the mounting holes in the first side of the first frame and the second frame respectively. This means that the one or more connectors at the back side of the first strip and the second strip can protrude, when required, through said mounting holes, increasing the flexibility of the constructions of the exhibition booth.

[0068]

[0069] This embodiment is beneficial because the same attachment means at the backside of the first strip can be used to attach the first strip to the first frame and to the first bracket. This is mutatis mutandis also applicable for the second strip and the second frame. The previously described embodiment wherein the one or more connectors are part of the attachment means of the first strip is also applicable for the first strip and the second strip in combination with the first bracket.

[0069]

[0070] In a further embodiment, the second side and the third side of the first bracket each comprise at least two mounting holes. A distance between the at least two mounting holes in the second side of the first bracket is a multiple of the length X. A distance between the at least two mounting holes in the third side of the first bracket is a multiple of the length X. Said distances is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes. Two mounting holes in the second side and the third side of the bracket are beneficial to avoid the first bracket can rotate relative to the first strip and / or the second strip. This is especially advantageous during the construction of the exhibition booth or if only one first bracket is used to connect the first frame and the second frame. A multiple of the length X is beneficial because it allows to attach the second side and the third side of the first bracket to a first frame or a second frame, which creates a very modular and flexible system for constructing an exhibition booth.

[0071] In a preferred embodiment, the attachment means on the first side and the fourth side of the first bracket comprise at least two mounting holes in each of said sides. A distance between the at least two mounting holes in the first side and fourth side measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes is a multiple of the length X. This embodiment is advantageous to avoid that the first bracket is rotation relative to the first frame and the second frame. This is especially advantageous during the construction of the exhibition booth or if only one first bracket is used to connect the first frame and the second frame.

[0070]

[0072] In a preferred embodiment, the first bracket is part of a profile. The profile is preferably an extruded profile or a plied sheet of metal. The profile extends in the first longitudinal direction. Preferably the profile extends along a full length of the first side of the first frame and / or a full length of the first side of the second frame. The first side, the second side, the third side and the fourth side of the bracket are part of a first side, a second side, a third side and a fourth side of the profile respectively. As described before for the first bracket, the fourth side of the profile may or may not be connected to the first side of the profile. The profile comprises in the first side and in the fourth side cutouts for cable routing. The profile comprises in the second side and the third side openings for the one or more connectors at the back side of the first strip and the second strip. Said openings are at a same height as mounting holes in the first side of the first frame and the second frame. The height is measured in the first longitudinal direction. A profile is beneficial for a strong connection between the first frame and the second frame, but has as disadvantage that it requires more space during transportation and that is less flexible in use.

[0071]

[0073] In a preferred embodiment, the kit further comprises a display module, a third strip and further a second bracket for connecting the first frame and the display module.

[0072]

[0074] The display module comprises at least one LED-screen and a display frame. The display frame comprises a front face, a first lateral face, a second lateral face, a third lateral face and a fourth lateral face. The first lateral face isconnected with the second and the fourth lateral face. The third lateral face is connected with the second and the fourth lateral face. A set of mounting holes is formed in the lateral faces. The mounting holes in the lateral faces are placed equidistantly on a grid. A distance between two adjacent mounting holes equals to the length X. The length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes in the lateral faces. The centre of the mounting holes in the lateral faces are at a distance from a first end of a lateral face that is a multiple of half the length X. The length X is the same length X as for the first frame. A non-limiting example of a suitable display module is described in the European Patent EP3559538. The mounting holes in the lateral faces have preferably an internal thread. The internal thread is preferably between M6 and M10, more preferably the internal thread is M8.

[0073]

[0075] A front side of the third strip is an LED-screen. The LED-screen of the third strip has a width that corresponds to a width of the lateral faces of the display module. Herewith is meant that the width of the LED-screen of the third strip is substantially equal to the width of the lateral faces of the display module. The width of the lateral faces is measured in a direction perpendicular to the LED-screen of the display module. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the third strip is at most 4 mm smaller than the width of the lateral faces of the display module, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the third strip is at most 4 mm greater than the width of the lateral faces of the display module, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. The third strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen of the third strip. It is clear to a person skilled in the art that the first strip and the second strip are suited as the third strip. All features of the first strip described above or below may be applied mutatis mutandis to the third strip. The third strip may or may not be identical to the first strip. Preferably the first strip and the third strip are identical. When the width of the first side of the first frame and the lateral faces of the display module are equal, the first strip andthe third strip are interchangeable. This further increases the modularity of the kit and improves the ease of construction of an exhibition booth.

[0074]

[0076] The second bracket comprises four sides. A first side of the second bracket is connected to a second side of the second bracket at an angle. The second side of the second bracket is connected to a third side of the second bracket at an angle. The third side of the second bracket is connected to a fourth side of the second bracket at an angle. The fourth side may or may not be connected to the first side of the second bracket. The second bracket may be made of metal, plastic or another suited material. Preferably the bracket is made of metal. A metal bracket may be a casted bracket, an extruded bracket or a bracket made of a plied metal sheet.

[0075]

[0077] The first side of the second bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the second bracket to the first side of the first frame. The second side of the second bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first strip to the second bracket. The third side of the second bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the third strip to the first bracket. The fourth side of the second bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the second bracket to a lateral face of the display module. After attaching the second bracket to the first side of the first frame the attachment means on the first side of the first bracket engage a mounting hole in the first side of the first frame. After attaching the second bracket to said lateral face of the display module, the attachment means on the fourth side of the second bracket engage a mounting hole in said lateral face of the display module. It is clear that when the first strip and the third strip are interchangeable, the first strip can be attached to the third side and the third strip to the second side of the second bracket. It is also clear that when the second strip and the third strip are interchangeable, the second strip can be attached to the third side of the second bracket.

[0076]

[0078] Preferably the second bracket has a height that is at most five times the length X, more preferably at most four times the length X and even more preferably at most three times the length X. The height is measured along thefirst longitudinal direction. This is advantageous because this leaves enough space beside the second bracket for the one or more connectors of the first strip and the third strip.

[0077]

[0079] It is clear that the first bracket and the second bracket have a similar structure and purpose. The features of the first bracket described above and below are mutatis mutandis also applicable to the second bracket.

[0078]

[0080] Preferably the kit comprises at least two second brackets. This is beneficial to avoid that the first frame and the display module are able to rotate relative to each other.

[0079]

[0081] This embodiment is beneficial to construct a corner of the booth that is formed by the first frame and a display module. Again, only a limited amount of reusable elements are needed for finishing the corner, being the first and third strip and the second bracket. This embodiment enables an even more modular way of constructing a exhibition booth.

[0080]

[0082] In an embodiment the first bracket is equal to the second bracket. This is beneficial because the first bracket and the second bracket are interchangeable, simplifying the construction of the exhibition booth.

[0081]

[0083] In an embodiment the kit comprises a third bracket and two additional first strips.

[0082]

[0084] The third bracket comprises four sides. A first side of the third bracket is connected to a second side of the third bracket at an angle. The second side of the third bracket is connected to a third side of the third bracket at an angle. The third side of the third bracket is connected to a fourth side of the third bracket at an angle. The fourth side may or may not be connected to the first side of the third bracket. The third bracket may be made of metal, plastic or another suited material. Preferably the bracket is made of metal. A metal bracket may be a casted bracket, an extruded bracket or a bracket made of a plied metal sheet.The first side of the third bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the third bracket to the first side of the first frame. The second side, third side and fourth side of the third bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first strips to the third bracket.

[0083]

[0085] After attaching the third bracket to the first side of the first frame the attachment means on the first side of the third bracket engage a mounting hole in the first side of the first frame.

[0084]

[0086] It is clear that the first bracket and the third bracket have a similar structure and purpose. The features of the first bracket described above and below are mutatis mutandis also applicable to the third bracket.

[0085]

[0087] This embodiment is beneficial to construct a corner of the booth that is formed by the first frame and three first strips. The three strips form a screen that is visible from the front face, first side and back face of the first frame.

[0086]

[0088] In an embodiment the first bracket is equal to the third bracket. This is beneficial because the first bracket and the third bracket are interchangeable, simplifying the construction of the exhibition booth. This is especially beneficial in combination with a previously described embodiment wherein the second side and the third side of the first bracket each comprise at least two mounting holes. It is also clear that the second bracket may be equal to the third bracket.

[0087]

[0089] In a preferred embodiment the first strip comprises a chamfer at an angle of 45° ± 5° at the back side of the first strip, preferably at an angle of 45° ± 4°, more preferably at an angle of 45° ± 3°, even more preferably at an angle of 45° ± 2° and most preferably at an angle of 45° ± 1°. This embodiment is advantageous to place two first strips against each other at a 90° angle. It is clear that this embodiment is also applicable for the second and third strips or every combination of first, second and third strips.

[0090] In an embodiment the angle between sides of a bracket is preferably between 90° and 270°. The angle is measured between visible surfaces of the bracket. The visible surfaces are the surfaces to which strips are attached or the surfaces that are attached to the first side of a frame or a lateral face of a display module. This embodiment is applicable for the first, second and third bracket.

[0088]

[0091] In a second aspect, the invention relates to a kit for modular construction of an exhibition booth.

[0089]

[0092] The kit comprises a display module for forming a wall, floor or ceiling part of the exhibition booth and a third strip.

[0090]

[0093] The display module comprises at least one LED-screen and a display frame. The display frame comprises a front face, a first lateral face, a second lateral face, a third lateral face and a fourth lateral face. The first lateral face is connected with the second and the fourth lateral face. The third lateral face is connected with the second and the fourth lateral face. A set of mounting holes is formed in the lateral faces. The mounting holes in the lateral faces are placed equidistantly on a grid. A distance between two adjacent mounting holes equals to a length X. The length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes in the lateral faces. The centre of the mounting holes in the lateral faces are at a distance from a first end of a lateral face that is a multiple of half the length X. The length X is the same length X as for the first frame.

[0091]

[0094] It is clear to a person skilled in the art that the display module has a similar structure as a display module according to an embodiment of the first aspect. All features of the display module according to an embodiment of the first aspect described in this document may be applied mutatis mutandis to a display module according to an embodiment of the second aspect and vice versa.

[0092]

[0095] A front side of the third strip is an LED-screen.

[0096] In a preferred embodiment the LED-screen of the third strip has a width that corresponds to a width of the lateral faces of the display module. Herewith is meant that the width of the LED-screen of the third strip is substantially equal to the width of the lateral faces of the display module. The width of the lateral faces is measured in a direction perpendicular to the LED-screen of the display module. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the third strip is at most 4 mm smaller than the width of the lateral faces of the display module, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. Preferably the width of the LED-screen of the third strip is at most 4 mm greater than the width of the lateral faces of the display module, more preferably at most 3 mm, even more preferably at most 2 mm and most preferably at most 1 mm. The lateral faces have a length that is a multiple of the length X. The LED-screen of the third strip has a length that is a multiple of the length X. This is beneficial to cover the lateral faces of the display completely with one or more third strips to finish the display module.

[0093]

[0097] The third strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen of the third strip. The third strip may comprise a first connector for supplying power and a second connector for supplying video signals to the LED-screen of the third strip. Optionally, the first connector and the second connector are combined in a single connector for supplying both power and video signals to the LED-screen. The third strip may comprise a third connector for daisy-chaining the power to additional first strips. The third strip may comprise a fourth connector for daisychaining video signals to additional first strips. Optionally, the third connector and the fourth connector are combined in a single connector for daisy-chaining both power and video signals to additional third strips. Preferably the third strip comprises a first connector, a second connector, a third connector and a fourth connector.

[0094]

[0098] After attaching the third strip to a lateral face of the display module, the one or more connectors protrude through an opening in said lateral face. If the third strip comprises a first connector and a second connector, both the firstconnector and the second connector protrude through an opening in said lateral face. This can be the same opening. It can also be two separate openings. This is beneficial to place the third strip almost seamlessly against said lateral face of the display module. It is clear that in case the third strip comprises one or more connectors for daisy-chaining the power and video signals, also these connectors protrude through an opening in said lateral face. Similarly as described before, this can be the same opening or it can also be two separate openings. The connector for supplying power and the connector for daisychaining the power may for instance protrude through the opening. Similarly, the connector for supplying video signals and the connector for daisy-chaining video signals may protrude through the same opening.

[0095]

[0099] The opening may be a circular opening, a rectangular opening, a slot hole or may have another suited shape. A circular opening may have for instance a diameter that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes in the first frame, as described in an embodiment of the first aspect. A rectangular opening may have for instance a width that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes in the first frame, as described in an embodiment of the first aspect. In case of a slot hole, the slot hole may be formed by connecting two circular openings having a diameter that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes in the first frame, as described in an embodiment of the first aspect. It is clear that the openings do not need to have a same dimensions as the mounting holes in the first frame, as long as the connectors can protrude through said lateral face of the display module.

[0096]

[0100] This kit is advantageous because it allows to finish sides of a display module using a strip with LED-screen. The display module can be a standard display module used for constructing a large screen that is part of an exhibition booth. The strip joins the display module seamlessly. The strips are small and light, simplifying transport to and from the exhibition.

[0097]

[0101] In an embodiment the one or more connectors are each positioned within a circular zone inside the opening. The circular zone may or may not completelycoincide with the opening. The centre of each circular zone is at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen of the third strip that is a multiple of half the length X. If the third strip comprises more than one connector and these connectors do protrude through different openings, the centre of each circular zone within said mounting openings is at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen of the third strip that is a multiple of half the length X. This is beneficial because the first end of the LED-screen of the third strip can be aligned with the first end of said lateral face of the display module. Also when multiple strips are used to cover said lateral face, it is possible to align the strips on the said lateral face so that the lateral face of the display module is completely covered.

[0098]

[0102] It is additionally beneficial that the centres of the circular zones are at a distance from the first end of the LED-screen of the third strip that is a multiple of half the length X. This means that the third strip according to an embodiment of the second aspect can be used as a third strip in a kit according to an embodiment of the first aspect. Consequently, kits according to the first aspect and the second aspect can be combined to construct an exhibition booth. As described before, the first strip and the second strip from the first aspect are suited as the third strip. Consequently, all features of the first strip described above or below may be applied mutatis mutandis to the third strip of the kit according to the second aspect. The third strip may or may not be identical to the first strip. Preferably the first strip and the third strip are identical. When the width of the first side of the first frame and the lateral faces of the display module are equal, the first strip and the third strip are interchangeable. This further increases the modularity of both kits and improves the ease of construction of an exhibition booth.

[0099]

[0103] In case the opening in the display frame is a circular opening with a diameter that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes in the first frame, the circular zone coincides with the opening. In case the opening in the display frame is a rectangular opening with a width that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes in the first frame, the circular zone lays within the rectangular opening. In case of a slot hole formed by connecting two circular openingshaving a diameter that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes in the first frame, the circular zone lays withing the slot hole. The slot hole could for instance comprise two circular zones coinciding with the circular openings comprised within the slot hole.

[0100]

[0104] In an embodiment said lateral face has a length that is a multiple A of the length X and the LED-screen of the third strip has a length that is a multiple B of the length X. A is a multiple of B. This is beneficial to cover said lateral face of the display module with a multiple of third strips.

[0101]

[0105] In a preferred embodiment the kit comprises an additional display module, an additional third strip and a fourth bracket for connecting the two display modules.

[0102]

[0106] The fourth bracket comprises four sides. A first side of the fourth bracket is connected to a second side of the fourth bracket at an angle. The second side of the fourth bracket is connected to a third side of the fourth bracket at an angle. The third side of the fourth bracket is connected to a fourth side of the fourth bracket at an angle. The fourth side may or may not be connected to the first side of the fourth bracket. The fourth bracket may be made of metal, plastic or another suited material. Preferably the bracket is made of metal. A metal bracket may be a casted bracket, an extruded bracket or a bracket made of a plied metal sheet.

[0103]

[0107] The first side of the fourth bracket comprise attachment means for attaching the fourth bracket to a lateral face of a first of the display modules. The second side of the fourth bracket comprises attachment means for attaching a first of the third strips to the fourth bracket. The third side of the fourth bracket comprises attachment means for attaching a second of the third strips to the fourth bracket. The fourth side comprises attachment means for attaching the fourth bracket to a lateral face of a second of the display modules.

[0108] After attaching the fourth bracket to said lateral faces of the display modules, the attachment means on the first side of the fourth bracket engage a mounting hole in said lateral face of the first of the display modules and the attachment means on the fourth side of the fourth bracket engage a mounting hole in said lateral face of the second of the display modules.

[0104]

[0109] It is clear that the fourth bracket and the second bracket according to the first aspect have a similar structure and purpose. The features of the second bracket described above and below are mutatis mutandis also applicable to the fourth bracket. It is clear that when the first strip and the third strip are interchangeable, the first strip can be attached to the second and third side of the fourth bracket. It is also clear that when the second strip and the third strip are interchangeable, the second strip can be attached to the second and third side of the fourth bracket.

[0105]

[0110] Preferably the fourth bracket has a height that is at most five times the length X, more preferably at most four times the length X and even more preferably at most three times the length X. The height is measured along the first longitudinal direction. This is advantageous because this leaves enough space beside the fourth bracket for the one or more connectors of the third strips.

[0106]

[0111] An advantage of this embodiment is that two display modules can be joined in a corner using the fourth bracket and that this corner can be finished with the third strips. No specific corner elements are required. The corner is assembled on site of the exhibition with a limited number of reusable elements, being strips and brackets. The exhibition booth can be constructed very modularly. The strips and brackets can be transported in a limited volume.

[0107]

[0112] In an embodiment the angle between sides of a bracket is preferably between 90° and 270°. The angle is measured between visible surfaces of the bracket. The visible surfaces are the surfaces to which strips are attached or thesurfaces that are attached to the first side of a frame or a lateral face of a display module.

[0108]

[0113] Although the present invention has been illustrated by reference to specific embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the invention is not limited to the details of the foregoing illustrative embodiments, and that the present invention may be embodied with various changes and modifications without departing from the scope thereof. The present embodiments are therefore to be considered in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive, the scope of the invention being indicated by the appended claims rather than by the foregoing description, and all changes which come within the meaning and range of equivalency of the claims are therefore intended to be embraced therein. In other words, it is contemplated to cover any and all modifications, variations or equivalents that fall within the scope of the basic underlying principles and whose essential attributes are claimed in this patent application. It will furthermore be understood by the reader of this patent application that the words "comprising" or "comprise" do not exclude other elements or steps, that the words "a" or "an" do not exclude a plurality, and that a single element, such as a computer system, a processor, or another integrated unit may fulfil the functions of several means recited in the claims. Any reference signs in the claims shall not be construed as limiting the respective claims concerned. The terms "first", "second", third", "a", "b", "c", and the like, when used in the description or in the claims are introduced to distinguish between similar elements or steps and are not necessarily describing a sequential or chronological order. Similarly, the terms "top", "bottom", "over", "under", and the like are introduced for descriptive purposes and not necessarily to denote relative positions. It is to be understood that the terms so used are interchangeable under appropriate circumstances and embodiments of the invention are capable of operating according to the present invention in other sequences, or in orientations different from the one(s) described or illustrated above.

[0114] In what follows, the invention is described by way of non-limiting figures illustrating the invention, and which are not intended to and should not be interpreted as limiting the scope of the invention.

[0109] Description of the figures

[0110]

[0115] Figure 1A and 1B show a perspective front of a strip according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0111]

[0116] The strip (1 ) is suited as first strip, second strip or third strip. The strip (1 ) comprises at a front side (2) a LED-screen (4). The LED-screen (4) covers the complete front side (2). The strip (1) comprises at a back side (3) four connectors. A first connector is a power connector (5) used to supply power to the LED-screen (4). A second connector is a video signal connector (6) to supply video signals to the LED-screen (4). A third connector is a power connector (5) for daisy-chaining power to additional strips. Afourth connector is a video signal connector (6) for daisy-chaining video signals to additional strips. Preferably first strips, second strips and third strips can be combined in a single daisy-chain. The strip (1) comprises a chamfer (7) at an angle of 45° at the back side (3). The LED-screen (4) of the strips (1 ) has a width (8) that corresponds in the case of a first strip to a width (14) of a first side (20) of a first frame (13), in the case of a second strip to a width of a first side of a second frame and in the case of a third strip to a width (18) of a lateral face (22) of a display module (17). The strip (1) extends in a first longitudinal direction. The LED-screen of the strip (1) has a length (9) along the first longitudinal direction that is a multiple of a length X. In this particular embodiment, the power connectors (5) are placed inside a circular zone. A centre of this circular zone is at a distance from a first end (10) of the LED-screen (4) of the strip (1) that is a multiple of half the length X, allowing the power connectors (5) to protrude through a mounting hole (19) in a first (13) or second (15) frame after attaching the strip (1) to the first (13) or second (15) frame. Also the video signal connectors (6) are placed inside a circular zone. A distance (12) between the power connectors (5) and the video signal connectors (6) is in this embodiment equal to X. The distance (12) ismeasured between the centres of the circular zones. This means that also the centre of the circular zone wherein the video signal connectors (6) are placed, is at a distance from the first end (10) that is a multiple of half the length X, allowing the video signal connectors (6) to protrude through a mounting hole (19) in the first (13) or second (15) frame after attaching the strip (1) to the first (13) or second (15) frame. The distance (12) could also be a multiple of X. Preferably the width (8) of the LED-screen of the strip (1) equals to the length X. A preferred value for X is 62 mm.

[0112]

[0117] Figure 2A and 2B show a perspective view of a strip attached to a frame according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0113]

[0118] The frame is a first frame (13). The first frame (13) comprises a front face, a back face and sides. The sides form a periphery of the first frame (13). In this particular embodiment the first frame (13) has a rectangular periphery formed by profiles that are welded together. The profiles have a rectangular crosssection. A first side (20) of the first frame (13) extends in the first longitudinal direction in which the length (9) of the first strip (1) is measured. The first strip (1) corresponds to a strip as depicted in Figure 1A and 1B. The first side (20) comprises mounting holes (19). The mounting holes (19) are placed equidistantly on a grid. A distance (25) between two adjacent mounting holes (19) equals to a length X. The length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes (19). The centres of the mounting holes (19) are located at a distance from a first end (24) of the first side (20) along the first longitudinal direction that is a multiple of half the length X. The length X is equal to the length X as discussed for the strip (1) in Figure 1Aand 1 B. Also the other sides of the first frame (13) comprise identical mounting holes (19) that are distributed in a similar way as in the first side. The mounting holes (19) extend through the profiles. A preferred value for the diameter of the mounting holes (19) is 31 mm. The mounting hole (19) closest to the first end (24) is at a distance that is half of the length X. This particular mounting hole (19) is covered by the first strip (1 ). The width (8) of the LED-screen of the first strip (1 ) corresponds to a width (14) of the first side (20). The width (14) is measured in a direction perpendicularto the first longitudinal direction and parallel to the first side (20). The first side (20) has a length that is equal to a multiple of the length X. The first strip (1 ) is attached to the first side (20). The power connectors (5) and the video signal connectors (6) of the first strip (1) protrude through mounting holes (19). The centres of these mounting holes (19) are at a distance from a first end (10) of the LED-screen (4) of the first strip (1 ) that is a multiple of half the length X. As such the first end (10) of the LED-screen (4) of the first strip (1 ) and the first end (24) of the first side (20) are neatly aligned. A power supply (23) for the LED-screen (4) is attached to the first frame (13) within its periphery. The power supply (23) is attached to the mounting holes (19).

[0114]

[0119] Figure 3A and 3B show a perspective view of a bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0115]

[0120] The bracket (26) comprises four sides. A first side (27) is connected to a second side (28) at an angle of 90°. The second side (28) is connected to a third side (29) at an angle of 90°. The third side (29) is connected to a fourth side of the first bracket (30) at an angle of 90°. The first side (27) and the fourth side (30) each comprise two mounting holes (31 ) for attaching the bracket to a frame, for instance a first frame (13) or a second frame (15), or a display module (17). Preferably the mounting holes (31) are foreseen with an internal thread, preferably M8. A distance (33) between the two mounting holes (31) in the first side (27) and the two mounting holes (31 ) in the fourth side (30) measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes (31 ) is in this particular embodiment equal to the length X. The length X is equal to the length X as discussed for the strip (1) in Figure 1Aand 1B and the first frame (13) in Figure 2A and 2B. The second side (28) and the third side (29) comprise magnets (32) as attachment means for attaching a strip (1) to the bracket (26). The bracket (26) can be used as a first bracket, a second bracket and a fourth bracket. Preferably the second side (28) and the third side (29) have the same width so that the strips (1) on these sides (28, 29) are interchangeable.

[0121] Figure 4 shows a perspective view of a corner formed by two strips and two brackets according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0116]

[0122] The two strips (1) are similar as depicted in Figure 1Aand 1B. The two brackets (26) are similar as depicted in Figure 3A and 3B. The back side (3) of the strips (1) is ferromagnetic and hold in place by the magnets (32). The power connectors (5) and the video signal connectors (6) are positioned in between the brackets (26). The brackets (26) are not visible in Figure 4.

[0117]

[0123] Figure 5 shows a top view of a corner formed by two strips and a bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0118]

[0124] Figure 5 corresponds to Figure 4. Clearly visible is how the strips (1) fit closely together thanks to the chamfer (7) at the back side (3) of the strips (1 ). Also visible are the magnets (32) on the second side (28) and the third side (29), which are attracting the strips (1). The power connectors (5) and video signal connectors (6) enter a space enclosed by the first side (27), the second side (28), the third side (29) and the fourth sides (30).

[0119]

[0125] Figure 6 shows a top view of a corner formed by two strips and a bracket according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0120]

[0126] Figure 6 is very similar to the situation in Figure 5. The main difference is that the attachment means to attach the strips (1) to the bracket (26) are not magnets (32). In this particular embodiment, the attachment means on the second side (28) and the third side (29) are mounting holes (31). The strips (1) comprise attachment means at the back side (23) which engage the mounting holes (32). These attachment means could be for instance a stub with internal or external thread that protrudes through the mounting holes (31). A bolt or nut can be used to attach the strips (1) to the bracket (26). In this particular embodiment the power connectors (5) and / or the video signal connectors (6) are part of the attachment means. The power connectors (5) and / or the video signal connectors (6) protrude through the mounting holes (31) and in this casethe a clamp (34) on the power connectors (5) and / or the video signal connectors (6) is used to attach the strips (1 ).

[0121]

[0127] Figure 7A and 7B show a perspective view of a corner formed by two strips and a profile according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0122]

[0128] The bracket (26) is part of a profile (36). The profiles (36) extends in the first longitudinal direction. The profile (36) comprises in the first side (27) and in the fourth side (30) cutouts for cable routing. The profile (36) extends along the complete length (9) of the strips (1).

[0123]

[0129] Figure 8A and 8B show a perspective view of a corner between a frame and a display module formed by two strips and a profile according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0124]

[0130] The first frame (13) is very similar to the first frame (13) depicted in Figure 2Aand 2B. An important difference is that instead of a strip (1), a bracket (26) is attached to the first frame (13). The bracket (26) is a second bracket. In Figure 8Athe bracket (26) is very similar to the ones depicted in Figure 7A and 7B. In Figure 8B the bracket (26) corresponds to the one depicted in Figure 6. A display module (17) is attached to the first side (27) of the bracket (26). The fourth side (30) is attached to the first frame (13). This is possible because lateral faces (22) have a width (18) that is equal to the width (14) of the first side (20) of the first frame (13). The width (18) is measured in a direction perpendicular to a LED-screen of the display module (17). A set of mounting holes (36) is formed in the lateral faces (22). The mounting holes (22) are placed equidistantly on a grid. A distance (25) between two adjacent mounting holes (22) equals to a length X. The length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes (22). The centre of the mounting holes (22) are at a distance from a first end (38) of a lateral face (22) that is a multiple of half the length X. The length X is equal to the length X as discussed for the strip (1 ) in Figure 1 A and 1 B and the first frame (13) in Figure 2A and 2B. Strips (1 ) are attached to the second side (28) and the third side (29) of the bracket (26). Figure 8B clearly shows slotholes (37) in the lateral faces (22) of the display module (17). Figure 8B also shows that the attachment means in the second side (28) and the third side (29) are mounting holes (31) corresponding to the mounting holes (19) in the first frame (13). The slot holes (37) are formed by connecting two circular openings having a diameter that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes (19) in the first frame (13). The two circular openings are positioned opposite to two mounting holes (31) in the bracket (26).

[0125]

[0131] Figure 9A and 9B shows a perspective view of a corner formed by three strips and two brackets according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0126]

[0132] Figure 9A and 9B are quite similar to Figure 4. The important difference is that the brackets (26) are third brackets. The fourth side (30) of the brackets (26) comprises attachment means for attaching a first strip (1) to the brackets (26) instead of attachment means for attaching the brackets (26) to a frame (13). This allows three first strips (1 ) to be attached to the brackets (26). This is better visible on Figure 10. Figure 9B also clearly shows how the power connectors (5) and the video signal connectors (6) are beside the brackets (26).

[0127]

[0133] Figure 10 shows a top view of the corner in Figure 9A and 9B.

[0128]

[0134] Figure 10 clearly shows how the fourth side (30) of the brackets (26) comprises attachment means for attaching a first strip (1) to the brackets (26). The attachment means are magnets (32). It is clear that when the attachment means would be mounting holes as described in other embodiments, the brackets (26) in Figure 9A and 9B and Figure 10 could also be used as a first and a second bracket.

[0129]

[0135] Figure 11 shows a perspective view of the corner in Figure 9A and 9B attached to a frame according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0136] The brackets (26) are attached with the attachment means on the first side (27) to the first side (20) of the first frame (13). The attachment means engage with a mounting hole (19) in the first side (20).

[0130]

[0137] Figure 12 shows a top view of the corner as shown in Figure 11.

[0131]

[0138] Figure 12 clearly shows how the brackets (26) are attached with the first side (27) to the first side (20) of the first frame (13). The magnets (32) on the second side (28), the third side (29) and the fourth side (30) that are used to attach the first strips (1) to the brackets (26) are also clearly distinguishable.

[0132]

[0139] Figure 13A and 13B show a perspective view of a strip attached to a display module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0133]

[0140] The display frame (17) comprises a front face, and a first, second, third and fourth lateral faces (22). Aset of mounting holes (36) is formed in the lateral faces (22). The mounting holes (36) are placed equidistantly on a grid. A distance between two adjacent mounting holes (36) equals to a length X. The length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes (36). The centre of the mounting holes (36) are at a distance from a first end (38) of a lateral face (22) that is a multiple of half the length X. In this embodiment, every lateral face (22) comprises two sets of mounting holes (36), a first set that is close to the first end (38) and a second set that is close to a second end at an opposite side of the lateral face (22). It is clear from Figure 13A and 13B that both ends of a lateral face (22) could serve as first end (38). In this embodiment the length X is equal to the length X as discussed for the strip (1) in Figure 1A and 1 B and the first frame (13) in Figure 2A and 2B. Seen from the front, a third strip (1) is attached to the right lateral face (22). The third strip (1) is similar to the strip (1) of Figure 1A and 1B. The width (8) of the LED-screen of the third strip (1) corresponds to a width (18) of the lateral face (22). The width (18) is measured in a direction perpendicular to the LED-screen of the display module (17). The lateral faces (22) have a length that is equal to a multiple of the length X. The third strip (1 ) has a length that is a multiple of the length X. The powerconnectors (5) and the video signal connectors (6) of the third strip (1 ) protrude through an opening in the right lateral face (22). The opening is in this embodiment a slot hole (37). Every lateral face (22) has such a slot hole (37). The slot hole (37) is formed by connecting two circular openings having a diameter that is equal to the diameter of the mounting holes (19) in the first frame (13). The power connectors (5) and the video signal connectors (6) are each positioned within a circular zone inside the slot hole (37). The two circular zones coinciding with the circular openings comprised within the slot hole (37). The centre of each circular zone is at a distance from a first end (10) of the LED-screen (4) of the third strip (1) that is a multiple of half the length X. This is beneficial because the first end (10) of the LED-screen (4) can be aligned with the first end (38) of the lateral face (22) of the display module (17). The slot hole (37) can additionally be used as a hand grip to carry the display module (17).

[0134]

[0141] Figure 14 shows a top view of the strip attached to the display module as can bee seen in Figure 13Aand 13B.

[0135]

[0142] Figure 14 shows how the third strip (1 ) almost seamlessly fit to the lateral face (22). The power connectors (5) and the video signal connectors (6) protrude through the slot hole (37) and are not visible on Figure 14. It is also clear that the width (8) of the LED-screen (4) of the third strip (1 ) corresponds to the width (18) of the lateral face (22) of the display module (17). It is clear that when the width (18) corresponds to the width (14) of the first frame (13), first and third strips (1) are interchangeable.

[0136]

[0143] Figure 15 shows a perspective view of a corner between two display modules formed by two strips and brackets according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0137]

[0144] The display modules (17) are as described for Figure 13Aand 13B. Also the strips (1) are third strips (1) as described for Figure 13A and 13B. The two display modules (17) are attached to each other by the use of two brackets (26). The brackets (26) are fourth brackets. The brackets (26) are not visible onFigure 15 and are hidden by the third strips (1) and consequently not visible on Figure 15. The brackets (26) are very similar to the brackets in Figure 3A and 3B. The first sides (27) of the brackets (26) are attached to a lateral face (22) of the left display module (17). The fourth sides (30) of the brackets (26) are attached to a lateral face (22) of the right display module (17). The attachment means on the first sides (27) and the fourth sides (30) engage mounting holes (36) in said lateral faces (22). The two third strips (1 ) are attached to the second sides (28) and the third sides (29) of the brackets (26) using the magnets (32). If the width (18) of the display modules (17) is equal to the width (14) of the first frame (13), the first and third strips (1) are interchangeable and the fourth bracket (26) can be used as a first and second bracket (26).

[0138]

[0145] Figure 16A and 16B shows a perspective view of a corner formed by three strips and brackets attached to a display module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0139]

[0146] The display module (17) is as described for Figure 13Aand 13B. Also the strips (1) are third strips (1) as described for Figure 13Aand 13B. The brackets (26) are hidden by the third strips (1) and invisible on Figure 16A and Figure 16B. The brackets (26) have a similar structure as shown in Figure 10. If the width (18) of the display modules (17) is equal to the width (14) of the first frame (13), the first and third strips (1 ) are interchangeable and the same brackets (26) as shown in Figure 10 can be used in this embodiment. The first sides (27) of the bracket (26) are attached to a lateral face (22) of the display module (17). The attachment means on the first sides (27) engage mounting holes (36) in said lateral face (22). The third strips (1) are attached to the first side (27), the second side (28) and the third side (29) of the bracket (26) using magnets (32).

[0140]

[0147] Figure 17 shows a top view of the corner formed by three strips and brackets attached to the display module as shown in Figure 16A and 16B.

[0141]

[0148] Figure 17 clearly shows how the brackets (26) are attached with the first side (27) to a lateral face (22) of the display module (17). The magnets (32) onthe second side (28), the third side (29) and the fourth side (30) that are used to attach the third strips (1) to the brackets (26) are also clearly distinguishable.

[0142]

[0149] Figure 18 shows a front view of the corner formed by three strips and brackets attached to the display module as shown in Figure 16A and 16B.

[0143]

[0150] Figure 18 shows how the third strip (1) at a front side of the display module (17) almost seamlessly joins the LED-screen of the display module (17).

[0144]

[0151] Figure 19 show a perspective view of strips attached to two frames according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the two frames are placed above each other.

[0145]

[0152] Figure 19 is very similar to Figure 2Aand 2B. An important difference is that two first frames (13) are placed on top of each other. The two first frames (13) are attached to each other with for instance fasteners that are engaging opposite mounting holes (19) in sides that are perpendicular to the first sides (20) of the first frames (13). Important to note is that, although it is perfectly possible to align the first ends (10) of the LED-screens (4) with the first ends (24) of the first sides (20) of the first frame (13), it is not always necessary to align the first ends (14, 24). As illustrated on Figure 19, a first strip (1) may overlap with the first sides (20) of two different first frames (13). Because the distance between two adjacent mounting holes (19) is equal to the length X, and the length of the LED-screens (4) and the first sides (20) is a multiple of the length X, it is still possible to cover the first sides (20) of both first frames (13) completely while aligning ends of the LED-screens (4) with a bottom end of the first side (20) of the bottom first frame (13) and a top end of the first side (20) of the top first frame (13).

[0146]

[0153] The numbered elements in the figures are:

[0147] 1 Strip

[0148] 2 Front side3 Back side

[0149] 4 LED-screen

[0150] 5 Power connector

[0151] 6 Video signal connector

[0152] 7 Chamfer

[0153] 8 Width of LED-screen of strip

[0154] 9 Length of strip

[0155] 10 First end of LED-screen of strip

[0156] 11 Distance between power connector and first end of LED-screen of strip 12 Distance between power connector and video signal connector 13 First frame

[0157] 14 Width of first side of first frame

[0158] 17 Display module

[0159] 18 Width of lateral face of display module

[0160] 19 Mounting hole

[0161] 20 First side of first frame

[0162] 22 Lateral face of display module

[0163] 23 Power supply

[0164] 24 First end of first side of first frame

[0165] 25 Distance between centres of adjacent mounting holes

[0166] 26 Bracket

[0167] 27 First side of bracket

[0168] 28 Second side of bracket

[0169] 29 Third side of bracket

[0170] 30 Fourth side of bracket

[0171] 31 Mounting hole in side of bracket

[0172] 32 Magnet

[0173] 33 Distance between mounting holes in side of bracket

[0174] 34 Clamp

[0175] 35 Cutout

[0176] 36 Mounting hole in lateral face of display module

[0177] 37 Slot hole

[0178] 38 First end of lateral face of display module

Claims

CLAIMS1. Kit for modular construction of an exhibition booth, comprising a first frame for forming a wall, floor or ceiling part of the exhibition booth and a first strip, wherein the first frame comprises a front face, a back face and sides, wherein the sides form a periphery of the first frame, wherein a first side of said sides extends in a first longitudinal direction, wherein the first side comprises mounting holes, wherein the mounting holes are placed equidistantly on a grid, wherein a distance between two adjacent mounting holes equals to a length X, wherein the length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes, wherein the centres of the mounting holes are located at a distance from a first end of the first side along the first longitudinal direction that is a multiple of half the length X, and wherein a front side of the first strip is an LED-screen, characterized in that the LED- screen of the first strip has a width that corresponds to a width of the first side, wherein the width of the first side is measured in a direction perpendicular to the first longitudinal direction and parallel to the first side, wherein the first side has a length that is a multiple of the length X, wherein the LED-screen of the first strip has a length that is a multiple of the length X, wherein the first strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen, wherein after attaching the first strip to the first side the one or more connectors protrude through a mounting hole in the first side, the centre of said mounting hole being at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen of the first strip that is a multiple of half the length X.

2. Kit according to claim 1 , characterized in that the first strip comprises at the back side attachment means for attaching the first strip to the first side of the first frame, wherein after attaching the first strip to said first side said attachment means engage a mounting hole in said first side.

3. Kit according to claim 2, characterized in that the one or more connectors are part of the attachment means.

4. Kit according to any of the previous claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the kit comprises a power supply for the LED-screen of the first strip, wherein the power supply is attachable to the frame within its periphery.

5. Kit according to any of the previous claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the kit comprises a second frame for forming a wall, floor or ceiling part of the exhibition booth, wherein the second frame comprises a front face, a back face and sides, wherein the sides form a periphery of the second frame, wherein a first side of said sides of the second frame extends in the first longitudinal direction, wherein the first side of the second frame comprises mounting holes, wherein said mounting holes are placed equidistantly on a grid, wherein a distance between two adjacent mounting holes equals to the length X, wherein the length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes, wherein the centres of the mounting holes are located at a distance from a first end of the first side of the second frame along the first longitudinal direction that is a multiple of half the length X, wherein the first side of the second frame has a length that is a multiple of the length X, wherein the kit comprises a second strip, wherein a front side of the second strip is an LED-screen, wherein the LED-screen of the second strip has a width that corresponds to the width of the first side of the second frame, wherein the width of the first side of the second frame is measured in a direction perpendicular to the first longitudinal direction and parallel to the first side of the second frame, wherein the LED-screen of the second strip has a length that is a multiple of the length X, wherein the second strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen, wherein after attaching the second strip to the first side of the second frame the one or more connectors protrude through a mounting hole in the first side of the second frame, the centre of said mounting hole being at a distance from a first end of the LED-screen of the second strip that is a multiple of half the length X, wherein the kit further comprises a first bracket for connecting the first frame and the second frame, wherein the first bracket comprises four sides, wherein a first side of the firstbracket is connected to a second side of the first bracket at an angle, wherein the second side of the first bracket is connected to a third side of the first bracket at an angle, wherein the third side of the first bracket is connected to a fourth side of the first bracket at an angle, wherein the first side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first bracket to the first side of the first frame, wherein the second side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first strip to the first bracket, wherein the third side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the second strip to the first bracket, wherein the fourth side of the first bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first bracket to the first side of the second frame, wherein after attaching the first bracket to the first sides of the first frame and the second frame the attachment means on the first side and the fourth side of the first bracket engage a mounting hole in said first sides of the first frame and the second frame.

6. Kit according to claim 5, characterized in that the attachment means on the second side and the third side of the first bracket are magnets and that the back side of the first strip is ferromagnetic or magnetic.

7. Kit according to claim 2 and claim 5, characterized in that the attachment means on the second side and the third side of the first bracket are mounting holes, wherein after attaching the first strip to the second side of the first bracket, the attachment means of the first strip engage a mounting hole in the second side of the first bracket, and wherein after attaching the second strip to the third side of the first bracket, attachment means at the back side of the second strip engage a mounting hole in the third side of the first bracket.

8. Kit according to claim 7, characterized in that the second side and the third side of the first bracket each comprise at least two mounting holes, wherein a distance between the at least two mounting holes in the second side and third side measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes is a multiple of the length X.

9. Kit according to any of the previous claims 5 to 8, characterized in that the attachment means on the first side and the fourth side of the first bracket comprise at least two mounting holes in each of said sides, wherein a distance between the at least two mounting holes in the first side and fourth side measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes is a multiple of the length X.

10. Kit according to any of the previous claims 5 to 9, characterized in that the first bracket is part of a profile, wherein the profile extends in the first longitudinal direction, wherein the profile comprises in the first side and in the fourth side cutouts for cable routing.

11. Kit according to any of the previous claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the kit further comprises a display module and a third strip, wherein the display module comprises at least one LED-screen and a display frame, wherein the display frame comprises a front face, a first lateral face, a second lateral face, a third lateral face and a fourth lateral face, wherein the first lateral face is connected with the second and the fourth lateral face, and the third lateral face is connected with the second and the fourth lateral face, wherein a set of mounting holes is formed in the lateral faces, wherein the mounting holes are placed equidistantly on a grid, wherein a distance between two adjacent mounting holes equals to the length X, wherein the length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes, wherein the centre of the mounting holes are at a distance from a first end of a lateral face that is a multiple of half the length X, wherein a front side of the third strip is an LED-screen, wherein the LED-screen of the third strip has a width that corresponds to a width of the lateral faces of the display module, wherein the width of the lateral faces is measured in a direction perpendicular to the LED-screen of the display module, wherein the third strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen of the third strip, wherein the kit further comprises a second bracket for connecting the first frame and thedisplay module, wherein the second bracket comprises four sides, wherein a first side of the second bracket is connected to a second side of the second bracket at an angle, wherein the second side of the second bracket is connected to a third side of the second bracket at an angle, wherein the third side of the second bracket is connected to a fourth side of the second bracket at an angle, wherein the first side of the second bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the second bracket to the first side of the first frame, wherein the second side of the second bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first strip to the second bracket, wherein the third side of the second bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the third strip to the second bracket, wherein the fourth side comprises attachment means for attaching the second bracket to a lateral face of the display module, wherein after attaching the second bracket to the first side of the first frame and said lateral face of the display module, the attachment means on the first side of the second bracket engage a mounting hole in the first side of the first frame and the attachment means on the fourth side of the second bracket engage a mounting hole in said lateral face of the display module.

12. Kit according to any of the previous claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the kit comprises a third bracket and two additional first strips, wherein the third bracket comprises four sides, wherein a first side of the third bracket is connected to a second side of the third bracket at an angle, wherein the second side of the third bracket is connected to a third side of the third bracket at an angle, wherein the third side of the third bracket is connected to a fourth side of the third bracket at an angle, wherein the first side of the third bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the third bracket to the first side of the first frame, wherein the second side, third side and fourth side of the third bracket comprises attachment means for attaching the first strips to the third bracket, wherein after attaching the third bracket to the first side of the first frame the attachment means on the first side of the third bracket engage a mounting hole in the first side of the first frame.

13. Kit according to any of the previous claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the first strip comprises a chamfer at an angle of 45° ± 5° at the back side of the first strip.

14. Kit for modular construction of an exhibition booth, comprising a display module for forming a wall, floor or ceiling part of the exhibition booth and a third strip, wherein the display module comprises at least one LED-screen and a display frame, wherein the display frame comprises a front face, a first lateral face, a second lateral face, a third lateral face and a fourth lateral face, wherein the first lateral face is connected with the second and the fourth lateral face, and the third lateral face is connected with the second and the fourth lateral face, wherein a set of mounting holes is formed in the lateral faces, wherein the mounting holes are placed equidistantly on a grid, wherein a distance between two adjacent mounting holes equals to a length X, wherein the length X is measured from centre to centre of the mounting holes, wherein the centre of the mounting holes are at a distance from a first end of a lateral face that is a multiple of half the length X, wherein a front side of the third strip is an LED-screen, characterized in that the LED- screen of the third strip has a width that corresponds to the width of the lateral faces of the display module, wherein the width of the lateral faces is measured in a direction perpendicular to the LED-screen of the display module, wherein the lateral faces have a length that is a multiple of the length X, wherein the LED-screen of the third strip has a length that is a multiple of the length X, wherein the third strip comprises at a back side one or more connectors for supplying power and / or video signals to the LED-screen of the third strip, wherein after attaching the third strip to a lateral face of the display module, the one or more connectors protrude through an opening in said lateral face.

15. Kit according to claim 14, characterized in that the kit comprises an additional display module, an additional third strip and a fourth bracket for connecting the two display modules, wherein the fourth bracket comprises four sides, wherein a first side of the fourth bracket is connected to a secondside of the fourth bracket at an angle, wherein the second side of the fourth bracket is connected to a third side of the fourth bracket at an angle, wherein the third side of the fourth bracket is connected to a fourth side of the fourth bracket at an angle, wherein the first side of the fourth bracket comprise attachment means for attaching the fourth bracket to a lateral face of a first of the display modules, wherein the second side of the fourth bracket comprises attachment means for attaching a first of the third strips to the fourth bracket, wherein the third side of the fourth bracket comprises attachment means for attaching a second of the third strips to the fourth bracket, wherein the fourth side comprises attachment means for attaching the fourth bracket to a lateral face of a second of the display modules, wherein after attaching the fourth bracket to said lateral faces of the display modules, the attachment means on the first side of the fourth bracket engage a mounting hole in said lateral face of the first of the display modules and the attachment means on the fourth side of the fourth bracket engage a mounting hole in said lateral face of the second of the display modules.

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