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Security device for preventing rapid removal of merchandise

US6474478B1 · kind B1 · utility

80Cited by
47References
33Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 3, 2000
Grant dateNov 5, 2002
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Expiry dateNov 3, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47F5/0861
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A security device is adapted to be locked to a display board, such as a pegboard or a slatboard, while displaying items of merchandise. The device includes a base that may be locked to the display board with a lock. The device further includes a rod adapted to extend from the base to carry items of merchandise. The lock of the device can only be opened with a key to prevent unauthorized removal of the device from the display board.

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