Patent ID: 6457689
Filing Date: 2002-10-01
Classification: G09F

Abstract:
A sign support system for supporting an associated graphic from a storage rack having first and second horizontal support members, the first and second horizontal support members defining a first plane, the sign support system, comprising:a mounting member for mounting to the first horizontal support member, the mounting member having a shelf mount and a hinge portion, the mounting member configured such that when the mounting member is mounted to the first horizontal support member, the hinge portion is displaced from the first plane defined by the first and second horizontal support members; an elongated arm member, the arm member having a hinge portion and a graphic support portion terminating at a free end, the hinge portion configured for pivotally mounting to the mounting member at the hinge portion for pivoting the sign between first and second positions; and adhering elements disposed on the elongated arm member at about the free end, wherein when in the first position the free end is disposed adjacent the second horizontal support member with the adhering elements engaging the second horizontal support member securing the arm member in the second position, and wherein when the adhering member is disengaged from the second horizontal support member, the arm member hinge portion is disposed between the mounting member and a vertical line extending from a center of gravity of the graphic and arm member such that graphic and arm member fall to the second position by the force of gravity.