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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Dec. 30, 2014
Filed:
May. 10, 2010
Christopher P. Weigand, Sagamore Hills, OH (US);
Gary A. Hodge, Rutherfordton, NC (US);
Christopher P. Weigand, Sagamore Hills, OH (US);
Gary A. Hodge, Rutherfordton, NC (US);
American Greetings Corporation, Cleveland, OH (US);
Abstract
An ultra narrow, tall, flexible fixture that is capable of holding and displaying greeting cards or other non-greeting card related merchandise in a retail environment. The fixture is easily configured to hold both greeting card and non-greeting card merchandise in an array of display configurations supporting different numbers of display units and shelves. Merchandize may be displayed along one length of the fixture or alternately along two opposing sides of the fixture. The fixture also contains two endcap pieces that are capable of supporting an array of unique fixtures such as gift card holders and curved card pockets. The display units contain multiple levels for storing greeting cards. The fixture additionally provides ample storage space at the base of the fixture for excess merchandise and restocking materials. An area of the fixture can also be configured to support signage and lighting. The fixture is easily installed and easily configured and re-configured according to a desired retail presentation.