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1.

Height adjustable sign holder

      
Application Number 18974206
Grant Number 12658076
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-12-09
First Publication Date 2025-05-29
Grant Date 2026-06-16
Owner SPG International, LLC (USA)
Inventor Gonzalez, Arturo

Abstract

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.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 7/20 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure for adjustably mounting
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/06 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure
  • G09F 23/06 - Advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays, letter-boxes the advertising matter being combined with articles for restaurants, shops, or offices
  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices

2.

SHELVING SUPPORT BRACKET ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 18901805
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-30
First Publication Date 2025-01-16
Owner SPG International, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like

3.

Height adjustable sign holder

      
Application Number 18233182
Grant Number 12165546
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-08-11
First Publication Date 2023-12-14
Grant Date 2024-12-10
Owner SPG International, LLC (USA)
Inventor Gonzalez, Arturo

Abstract

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.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G09F 7/20 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure for adjustably mounting
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/06 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure
  • G09F 23/06 - Advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays, letter-boxes the advertising matter being combined with articles for restaurants, shops, or offices
  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices

4.

Shelving support bracket assembly

      
Application Number 18211114
Grant Number 12102225
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-16
First Publication Date 2023-10-19
Grant Date 2024-10-01
Owner SPG International, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports

5.

Shelving support bracket assembly

      
Application Number 17011681
Grant Number 11678741
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-09-03
First Publication Date 2021-07-29
Grant Date 2023-06-20
Owner SPG International LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports

6.

Height adjustable sign holder

      
Application Number 16620721
Grant Number 11783732
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-14
First Publication Date 2020-05-07
Grant Date 2023-10-10
Owner SPG International, LLC (USA)
Inventor Gonzalez, Arturo

Abstract

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.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • G09F 7/20 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure for adjustably mounting
  • G09F 23/06 - Advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays, letter-boxes the advertising matter being combined with articles for restaurants, shops, or offices
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/06 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves
  • G09F 7/18 - Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure
  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices

7.

Corner shelf

      
Application Number 16462502
Grant Number 10813453
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-11-30
First Publication Date 2020-03-05
Grant Date 2020-10-27
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Knutson, James
  • Gonzalez, Arturo

Abstract

A shelf assembly includes a first shelf unit having a first shelf coupleable to a first vertical support post and a second vertical support post to present a first support surface. A second shelf unit includes a second shelf coupleable to a third vertical support post and a fourth vertical support post to present a second support surface. A third shelf unit includes a third shelf coupleable to a fifth vertical support post and a sixth vertical support post to present a third support surface. A first bridge includes a first support surface and a second bridge includes a second support surface. The first bridge and the second bridge are configured such that in an assembled state of the shelving system a support surface spans an arc of 90 degrees between the first shelf and the second shelf.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 81/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units specially adapted for other particular purposes, e.g. for storing guns or skis
  • A47B 96/02 - Shelves

8.

Cabinet system and method for assembling a cabinet system

      
Application Number 16327243
Grant Number 10779643
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-29
First Publication Date 2019-07-25
Grant Date 2020-09-22
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Knutson, James
  • Salter, Bobby L.
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Irons, Shawn

Abstract

A cabinet system includes a frame at least partially defined by a plurality of vertical legs and a shelf defining a first plane and supported by the plurality of vertical legs. The vertical legs extend transverse to the first plane. A countertop is supported by the plurality of vertical legs. A body panel is coupled to the frame and has a plurality of apertures. A door is coupled to the frame and operable to selectively provide access to the shelf. The door has a plurality of apertures. Posts are coupled to the frame and extend transverse to the first plane. Each post of the plurality of posts is configured to extend through (i) an associated aperture of the plurality of apertures in the body panel to couple the body panel to the frame or through (ii) an associated aperture of the plurality of apertures in the door to couple the door to the frame.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
  • A47B 77/02 - General layout, e.g. relative arrangement of compartments, working surface or surfaces, supports for apparatus
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 47/03 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only with panels separate from the frame
  • A47B 57/26 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges
  • A47B 57/54 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges
  • A47B 96/02 - Shelves

9.

Shelving support bracket assembly

      
Application Number 16218146
Grant Number 10765206
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-12-12
First Publication Date 2019-04-18
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports

10.

Shelving system

      
Application Number 16165345
Grant Number 10617231
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-10-19
First Publication Date 2019-02-21
Grant Date 2020-04-14
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.
  • Foster, Iii, Jerry Vance

Abstract

A shelving system includes a plurality of horizontal support members, each horizontal support member having a length; a plurality of wall supports, each wall support including a first surface on which at least a portion of a horizontal support member rests; a plurality of brackets, each bracket attachable to the horizontal support members at different positions along the length of the horizontal support member; a plurality of vertical support members, each vertical support member coupled to at least one bracket; and a shelf attached to at least two of the plurality of vertical support members.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices
  • A47B 95/00 - Fittings for furniture
  • A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/02 - Shelves
  • A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
  • A47B 57/40 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of hooks coacting with openings
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports
  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • A47B 57/56 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges the shelf supports being cantilever brackets
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like

11.

Adjustable shelving system

      
Application Number 15905584
Grant Number 10376048
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-02-26
First Publication Date 2018-06-28
Grant Date 2019-08-13
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Dean, Douglas R.
  • Kartchner, Gene B.

Abstract

A shelving system having a top, bottom and intermediate shelves mounted on vertical supports. The intermediate shelves are mounted on adjustable brackets that permit individual removal of the intermediate shelves without disturbing the top and bottom shelves. The adjustable brackets comprise at one end a pin that is adapted to be inserted into a series of apertures formed along the length of each support. Opposite the pin, a mounting member is sized and shaped to receive a corner of each shelf. A stop is formed on the bracket between the pins and mounting member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 57/26 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges
  • A47B 57/50 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings characterised by shape or orientation of opening, e.g. keyhole-shaped
  • A47B 57/54 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges
  • A47B 57/56 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges the shelf supports being cantilever brackets
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves

12.

Shelving system

      
Application Number 15886636
Grant Number 10104987
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-02-01
First Publication Date 2018-06-07
Grant Date 2018-10-23
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.
  • Foster, Iii, Jerry Vance

Abstract

A shelving system includes a plurality of horizontal support members, each horizontal support member having a length; a plurality of wall supports, each wall support including a first surface on which at least a portion of a horizontal support member rests; a plurality of brackets, each bracket attachable to the horizontal support members at different positions along the length of the horizontal support member; a plurality of vertical support members, each vertical support member coupled to at least one bracket; and a shelf attached to at least two of the plurality of vertical support members.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices
  • A47H 1/00 - Curtain suspension devices
  • A47B 43/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling folding of the cabinet or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 95/00 - Fittings for furniture
  • A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/02 - Shelves
  • A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
  • A47B 57/40 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of hooks coacting with openings
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports
  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • A47B 57/56 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges the shelf supports being cantilever brackets
  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like

13.

Beverage in box cart

      
Application Number 15568663
Grant Number 10492604
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-22
First Publication Date 2018-05-03
Grant Date 2019-12-03
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.

Abstract

A cart for moving product over a floor surface includes a folding frame assembly having a first shelf support member and a second shelf support member pivotable with respect to the first shelf support member. A shelf is pivotable with respect to the first shelf support member and supportable by the second shelf support member. The second shelf support member and the shelf are movable between a first operable position and a second stored position. The second shelf support member and shelf are both rotatable relative to the first shelf support member when moving from the first operable position to the second stored position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B62B 3/00 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor
  • A47B 31/04 - Service or tea tables, trolleys, or wagons foldable

14.

Shelving system

      
Application Number 15675368
Grant Number 09883755
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-11
First Publication Date 2017-11-30
Grant Date 2018-02-06
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.
  • Foster, Iii, Jerry Vance

Abstract

A shelving system includes a plurality of horizontal support members, each horizontal support member having a length; a plurality of wall supports, each wall support including a first surface on which at least a portion of a horizontal support member rests; a plurality of brackets, each bracket attachable to the horizontal support members at different positions along the length of the horizontal support member; a plurality of vertical support members, each vertical support member coupled to at least one bracket; and a shelf attached to at least two of the plurality of vertical support members.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices
  • A47H 1/00 - Curtain suspension devices
  • A47B 43/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling folding of the cabinet or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 95/00 - Fittings for furniture
  • A47B 57/56 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges the shelf supports being cantilever brackets
  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 57/40 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of hooks coacting with openings
  • A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
  • A47B 96/02 - Shelves
  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings

15.

Shelving support bracket assembly

      
Application Number 15678909
Grant Number 10194744
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-16
First Publication Date 2017-11-30
Grant Date 2019-02-05
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports

16.

Shelving support bracket assembly

      
Application Number 15673119
Grant Number 10159340
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-09
First Publication Date 2017-11-23
Grant Date 2018-12-25
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports

17.

Shelving system

      
Application Number 15026519
Grant Number 09770122
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-09-30
First Publication Date 2016-08-11
Grant Date 2017-09-26
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.
  • Foster, Iii, Jerry Vance

Abstract

A shelving system includes a plurality of horizontal support members, each horizontal support member having a length; a plurality of wall supports, each wall support including a first surface on which at least a portion of a horizontal support member rests; a plurality of brackets, each bracket attachable to the horizontal support members at different positions along the length of the horizontal support member; a plurality of vertical support members, each vertical support member coupled to at least one bracket; and a shelf attached to at least two of the plurality of vertical support members.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices
  • A47H 1/00 - Curtain suspension devices
  • A47B 43/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling folding of the cabinet or the like
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 95/00 - Fittings for furniture
  • A47B 57/04 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the inclination of the shelves
  • A47B 96/07 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves adjustable in themselves
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/02 - Shelves
  • A47B 47/02 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements made of metal only
  • A47B 57/40 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of hooks coacting with openings
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports
  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • A47B 57/56 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges the shelf supports being cantilever brackets
  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like

18.

Adjustable shelving system

      
Application Number 14933869
Grant Number 09930961
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-11-05
First Publication Date 2016-02-25
Grant Date 2018-04-03
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Dean, Douglas R.
  • Kartchner, Gene B.

Abstract

A shelving system having a top, bottom and intermediate shelves mounted on vertical supports. The intermediate shelves are mounted on adjustable brackets that permit individual removal of the intermediate shelves without disturbing the top and bottom shelves. The adjustable brackets comprise at one end a pin that is adapted to be inserted into a series of apertures formed along the length of each support. Opposite the pin, a mounting member is sized and shaped to receive a corner of each shelf. A stop is formed on the bracket between the pins and mounting member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 43/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling folding of the cabinet or the like
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 96/00 - Details of cabinets, racks or shelf units not covered by a single one of groups General details of furniture
  • A47B 57/56 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges the shelf supports being cantilever brackets
  • A47B 57/26 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges
  • A47B 57/50 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings characterised by shape or orientation of opening, e.g. keyhole-shaped
  • A47B 57/54 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves

19.

Support bracket

      
Application Number 14840254
Grant Number 10201228
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-08-31
First Publication Date 2015-12-24
Grant Date 2019-02-12
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 57/30 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports

20.

Adjustable rack

      
Application Number 14729990
Grant Number 09409586
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-03
First Publication Date 2015-09-24
Grant Date 2016-08-09
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.
  • Foster, Iii, Jerry Vance

Abstract

A support rack for holding a plurality of pans includes a first side frame including a first vertical support member and a second vertical support member, and a second side frame including a first vertical support member and a second vertical support member. A hinge assembly couples the first and second side frames and is operable to position the rack in a first position in which the first side frame and the second side frame are parallel and spaced a predetermined distance apart, a second position in which the first side frame and the second side frame are nonparallel, and a third position in which the first side frame and the second side frame are parallel but closer in proximity than the predetermined distance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 43/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling folding of the cabinet or the like
  • B62B 3/02 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor involving parts being adjustable, collapsible, attachable, detachable, or convertible
  • B62B 3/00 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor
  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • B62B 3/18 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor characterised by provisions for nesting or stacking, e.g. shopping trolleys nestable by means of pivoted load supports or load support parts, e.g. baskets
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements

21.

Support bracket

      
Application Number 13830962
Grant Number 09119471
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-14
First Publication Date 2014-09-18
Grant Date 2015-09-01
Owner SPG International LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.

Abstract

A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
  • A47F 5/08 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features secured to the wall, ceiling, or the likeWall-bracket display devices
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 96/14 - Bars, uprights, struts, or like supports, for cabinets, brackets, or the like

22.

Adjustable rack

      
Application Number 13761052
Grant Number 09079597
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-02-06
First Publication Date 2014-08-07
Grant Date 2015-07-14
Owner SPG International LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Arturo
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Potter, Michael D.
  • Foster, Iii, Jerry Vance

Abstract

A support rack for holding a plurality of pans includes a first side frame including a first vertical support member and a second vertical support member, and a second side frame including a first vertical support member and a second vertical support member. A hinge assembly couples the first and second side frames and is operable to position the rack in a first position in which the first side frame and the second side frame are parallel and spaced a predetermined distance apart, a second position in which the first side frame and the second side frame are nonparallel, and a third position in which the first side frame and the second side frame are parallel but closer in proximity than the predetermined distance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 43/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling folding of the cabinet or the like
  • B62B 3/02 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor involving parts being adjustable, collapsible, attachable, detachable, or convertible
  • A47F 5/10 - Adjustable or foldable display stands
  • B62B 3/18 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor characterised by provisions for nesting or stacking, e.g. shopping trolleys nestable by means of pivoted load supports or load support parts, e.g. baskets
  • B62B 3/00 - Hand carts having more than one axis carrying transport wheelsSteering devices thereforEquipment therefor

23.

Adjustable shelving system

      
Application Number 14171097
Grant Number 09179774
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-02-03
First Publication Date 2014-05-29
Grant Date 2015-11-10
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Dean, Douglas R.
  • Kartchner, Gene B.

Abstract

A shelving system having a top, bottom and intermediate shelves mounted on vertical supports. The intermediate shelves are mounted on adjustable brackets that permit individual removal of the intermediate shelves without disturbing the top and bottom shelves. The adjustable brackets comprise at one end a pin that is adapted to be inserted into a series of apertures formed along the length of each support. Opposite the pin, a mounting member is sized and shaped to receive a corner of each shelf. A stop is formed on the bracket between the pins and mounting member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 43/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features enabling folding of the cabinet or the like
  • A47B 47/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features related to dismountability or building-up from elements
  • A47B 57/00 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions
  • A47B 96/00 - Details of cabinets, racks or shelf units not covered by a single one of groups General details of furniture
  • A47B 96/06 - Brackets or similar supporting means for cabinets, racks or shelves
  • A47B 57/26 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges
  • A47B 57/50 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings characterised by shape or orientation of opening, e.g. keyhole-shaped
  • A47B 57/54 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of clamping means, e.g. with sliding bolts or sliding wedges

24.

Adjustable shelving system

      
Application Number 11993198
Grant Number 08640893
Status In Force
Filing Date 2006-06-30
First Publication Date 2010-09-30
Grant Date 2014-02-04
Owner SPG International LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kessell, Steven M.
  • Dean, Douglas R.
  • Kartchner, Gene B.

Abstract

A shelving system having a top, bottom and intermediate shelves mounted on vertical supports. The intermediate shelves are mounted on adjustable brackets that permit individual removal of the intermediate shelves without disturbing the top and bottom shelves. The adjustable brackets comprise at one end a pin that is adapted to be inserted into a series of apertures formed along the length of each support. Opposite the pin, a mounting member is sized and shaped to receive a corner of each shelf. A stop is formed on the bracket between the pins and mounting member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A47B 57/08 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of grooved or notched ledges, uprights or side walls
  • A47B 57/20 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 57/32 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of grooved or notched ledges, uprights or side walls
  • A47B 57/22 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of the shelves consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings characterised by shape or orientation of opening, e.g. keyhole-shaped
  • A47B 57/48 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings
  • A47B 57/50 - Cabinets, racks or shelf units, characterised by features for adjusting shelves or partitions with means for adjusting the height of detachable shelf supports consisting of tongues, pins or similar projecting means coacting with openings characterised by shape or orientation of opening, e.g. keyhole-shaped

25.

Storage optimization system and method

      
Application Number 10336290
Grant Number 07536283
Status In Force
Filing Date 2003-01-03
First Publication Date 2004-07-08
Grant Date 2009-05-19
Owner SPG INTERNATIONAL LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Potter, Michael D.
  • Bethel, David D.

Abstract

A system and method are provided by which items in an inventory can be arranged in a storage space based upon one or more factors such as item dimensions, weight, type, sorting codes, stackability, and the like. In some cases, the system and method generate multiple inventory arrangements from which a desired inventory arrangement can be selected, such as a highly efficient inventory arrangement.

IPC Classes  ?