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Billboard advertising copy hoist system

US7367462B1 · kind B1 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 12, 2006
Grant dateMay 6, 2008
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 18, 2026

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 mounting structure attachable to a billboard structure, a pole member fastenable to a mounting structure and a winch assembly. The winch assembly has at least one component coupled 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 pole can be a single piece unit having a bend.

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