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Billboard advertising copy hoist system

US7025218B1 · kind B1 · utility

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26Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 21, 2002
Grant dateApr 11, 2006
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 28, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB66C23/208
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hoist system can be used to raise articles. The hoist system can include a composite pole member having a bend, a mounting structure attachable to the composite pole member and a winch assembly. The winch assembly has at least one component attached to the pole. The winch assembly is capable of winding a flexible line. The hoist system can be utilized to raise and lower vinyls, other signage equipment or tools to billboard structures. The composite pole can be a single piece unit having a bend.

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