The invention is concerned with a shelving structure of the kind which is assembled from a number of vertical elements (struts) and interconnected horizontal elements (beams), and in particular to a shelf for such a shelving structure. Such shelves are conventionally formed from sheet metal, comprising a horizontal shelf panel and flanges extending vertically downwardly from the shelf panel on at least two sides thereof, each flange being folded backwardly on itself to increase the strength of the flange. In accordance with this invention, each flange is so folded as to provide a pocket in which an elongate reinforcing member is positioned, such reinforcing members engaging the underside of the shelf panel. In particular, each flange comprises a first portion extending downwardly from the panel, a second portion folded inwardly so as to extend towards the underside of the shelf panel generally parallel to, and spaced from the first portion, the reinforcing member being located between said first and second portions, transmitting load from the shelf by virtue of its engagement with the underside of the shelf and transmitting such load to an intermediate portion between said first and second portions.
A shelf of laminated material, particularly of sheet metal, includes downwardly bent edges at the sides thereof, especially at the longitudinal sides. The downwardly bent edges form stiffening portions which over the width thereof have cross-sectional profiles which are at least partially opened toward the center of the shelf. Additional sectional members of laminated material are provided which have a cross-sectional shape which fits at least in certain areas to the open cross-sectional profile of the bent edges of the shelf. The additional sectional members are attachable and fixable on or in the bent edges of the shelf and may be additionally connectible to the shelf.
5188246 - Shelf - Owned by International Visual Corporation (Port Washington, NY) [*] Notice:The portion of the term of this patent subsequent to March 24, 2009 has been disclaimed.
An injection-molded plastic shelf for use with slat walls has a top surface on which goods are supported and an opposite bottom surface. An integral tubular frame extends substantially peripherally around the bottom surface. The tubular frame has a wall that projects downwardly from said bottom surface and defines an internal bore of the tubular frame. A plurality of ribs is formed on the bottom surface integrally therewith for reinforcing the same. Each of the plurality of ribs has a longitudinal bore that extends therethrough and at least one end intersecting the wall of the tubular frame so that the bores of the ribs communicate with the internal bore of the tubular frame thus forming a network of communicating bores.
5097969 - Shelf - Owned by International Visual Corporation (Port Washington, NY)
An injection-molded plastic shelf for use with slat walls has a top surface on which goods are supported and an opposite bottom surface. An integral tubular frame extends substantially peripherally around the bottom surface. The tubular frame has a wall that projects downwardly from said bottom surface and defines an internal bore of the tubular frame. A plurality of ribs is formed on the bottom surface integrally therewith for reinforcing the same. Each of the plurality of ribs has a longitudinal bore that extends therethrough and at least one end intersecting the wall of the tubular frame so that the bores of the ribs communicate with the internal bore of the tubular frame thus forming a network of communicating bores.
A shelf board (3) formed of a plate-like material, particularly sheet metal, exhibits by way of a stiffening profile (6) a tubular cross-section at least along one of the longitudinal edges. To improve the torsional or twisting deformation resistance and thus achieve a higher load carrying capacity, the tubular cross-section of the stiffening profile (6) is equipped at least at its inside bottom surface with a stepped recess profile section (15) formed by a step-shaped bend (11, 12).
A decorative shelving for use in the home or in the office. The shelving appears as if it is a part of the original home or office because the shelving matches the original wall surface. The building design and installation is unique because it not only ensures strength and quality, but it also ensures a nearly perfect match with the original wall surface. The shelving method of assembly is very cost effective compared to conventional building methods. The decorative shelving is self-supporting with no visible means of support. The shelving has a cantilever design that has superior strength without the use of struts. The shelving comprises a novel shelf support structure with the shelf having a modular framework.
