Adjustable Sign Holder Bracket for Modular Shelving Systems

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing sign holders for modular shelving systems lack the ability to adjust height easily, limiting flexibility in displaying objects and requiring multiple brackets for multiple shelves, which complicates installation and adjustment.

Innovation Solution

A sign holder assembly with a cross member and support brackets that include a base member, extension portion, and securement member, allowing for adjustable positioning and securement of signs or displays on shelving systems, enabling height adjustment and secure attachment to support posts and shelves.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional fixed-position sign holders are used, then signs can be securely attached to shelving systems, but height adjustment is not possible and multiple brackets are required for multiple shelves

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveheight adjustabilityVSAvoidnumber of brackets required

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket assembly is designed to perform multiple functions: it can attach to cross members at different positions, support signs at various heights, and provide secure attachment to shelves. The base member with its positioning features and the extendable arm create a universal mounting solution that replaces multiple fixed-position brackets

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The bracket assembly incorporates adjustable and movable components. The base member can be positioned at different locations along the cross member, and the extendable arm allows the sign-holding portion to reach different heights. This dynamic adjustability enables a single bracket type to serve multiple height requirements

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If multiple fixed brackets are used for different shelves, then each shelf can have secure sign attachment, but installation becomes complicated and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesecure attachmentVSAvoidinstallation time

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket assembly is divided into functional segments: a base member for attachment to the cross member, an extendable arm for reaching different heights, and a sign-holding portion. This segmentation allows each component to be independently positioned and adjusted, simplifying the installation process while maintaining secure attachment

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The base member includes pre-formed positioning features and attachment mechanisms that enable quick connection to the cross member. The extendable arm is designed with pre-established connection points, allowing installers to rapidly configure the bracket at different heights without complex assembly steps

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

3Adaptability or versatility

If traditional sign holders are used, then signs can be attached to shelves, but flexibility in displaying objects at various heights is limited

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedisplay height flexibilityVSAvoidadjustment ease

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The bracket assembly is designed to be easily adjusted by the end user without requiring specialized tools or expertise. The positioning features and connection mechanisms are intuitive, allowing customers to independently reposition signs to desired heights and configurations

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS11783732B2Height adjustable sign holder

Publication Date: 2023.10.10 SPG INT LLC

AI summary

A sign holder assembly for a shelving system, in which the shelving system includes a first support post and a second support post, with each support post configured to support a side of a shelf, includes a cross member configured to be coupled to and extend between the first support post and second support post. The assembly further includes a support bracket having a base member configured to be positioned about a portion of the cross member in one of a plurality of positions along a length of the cross member, an extension portion extending from the base member, and a securement member projecting from the extension portion and spaced from the base member.