Corner Retention Clip for Simplified Shelf Assembly in Display Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing shelving display systems require separate pieces to be attached to both side walls and shelves, making assembly complex and time-consuming.
Innovation Solution
A corner retention clip system featuring two interconnected plastic clips, each with a channel to support the shelf lip and a side wall connector, utilizing frangible ribs for connection and positioning pins for secure shelf placement, allowing for easy attachment to the side wall with a single piece.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate pieces are attached to both side walls and shelves, then the shelf support structure is reliable, but the assembly process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate support pieces into a single integrated corner retention clip that simultaneously attaches to the side wall and supports the shelf. This single piece includes both the side wall connector and the shelf support channel, eliminating the need for separate components and simplifying assembly while maintaining structural reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The corner retention clip performs multiple functions within a single component: it connects to the side wall via the side wall connector, supports the shelf front lip through the channel, and provides positioning through integrated positioning pins. This multi-functionality reduces the number of parts needed and simplifies the overall assembly process
2Stability of the object's composition
If multiple separate pieces are used for shelf support, then the structural stability is maintained, but the assembly time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple support functions into a single corner retention clip component that can be installed in one location while providing both side wall attachment and shelf support capabilities, thereby reducing assembly time without compromising structural stability
Solution Approach 2:
The corner retention clip is pre-configured with integrated positioning pins and channel geometry that automatically align with corresponding features on the shelf and side wall during installation. This preliminary configuration of alignment features enables quick installation while ensuring stable positioning without requiring complex assembly procedures
Data Source
AI summary
The invention is directed to a corner retention clip system for supporting the front two corners of a shelf in a shelving system. Each corner retention clip includes a generally horizontal support panel, a channel connected to the support panel for receiving a front lip of a shelf of the shelving display and a side wall connector for connecting the clip to a side wall of the shelving display.