FlipUp frame, model FF-ST finger open style
FlipUp frame, model FF-RP round profile
security edge, fingers can't open, requires
simple tool to open.
Drawing #1
FlipUp
TM
frames - 2 choices
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
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TRADEMARKS STRICTLY ENFORCED
Close-up view of FlipUp
TM
frame
bottom piece showing tapped
corner with back plates
going into corners
for assembly
Tapped Corner
Back Plate
Make sure to use the back plate
for a strong corner joint when
assembling the 4 frame sides.
“Up” side for the back plate either
has a “B” stamped on its face,
or if no “B”, then “made in USA
AMS” side is the “Up” side.
Thank you for your purchase of the FlipUp
TM
frame.
Changing a poster or any graphics will be fast, easy and convenient for you.
The frame’s miters have been cut to fit either a thin poster or a thicker mounted graphic and this is known by the person
who placed the order for the frames from the factory. Using a graphic thicker or thinner than that for which the frame was
made may cause the miters to bind or have gaps. This is only an appearance matter. The frame works great just the
same. The graphic holding size of the frame may be indicated on a sticker when you flip up the frame edges.
If provided:
Clear Plastic Overlay (may be rolled up if frame was sent un-assembled)
1. CAREFULLY unroll overlay so you don’t damage or dent it
2. Remove the protective masking from both sides of clear window overlay
BACKER sheet (if provided; backer is not necessary in most cases and is an option only)
This may be a black or white plastic sheet OR it may be a second clear overlay sheet which you
can use as a backer. For use as a backer, leave on the protective masking and you’ll have a
second clear overlay to switch out with the first one in the event it gets scratched, bent or dirty.
For Mounting the FlipUp
TM
frame to your wall:
After assembling frame you must mount it by screwing to a flat wall. Whether your frame has a backer or not,
it must be mounted tight to your wall so that the wall acts as the backing support for the frame. Use drywall
anchors and No. 6 screws; they may have been included with your frame. You can also purchase these at
your local hardware store. Use a bubble level before screwing to wall so that frame is mounted straight.
If you’re mounting the frame to a bumpy or rough wall such as brick or stucco, you’ll need a backer if you’ll be
displaying thinner graphic materials, such as, poster paper if one has not been enclosed here. Otherwise you
don’t need the backer if mounting on a flat wall, or are displaying graphics printed on thicker material, such as
10 mils (.10”) or thicker.
Drawing #2a
Instructions for FlipUp
TM
front-loading frame
Alpina Manufacturing LLC Fax: 1-800-217-9431 www.fastchangeframes.com
Use dual corners for this frame
1
4
1. Open all four frame edges.
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Drawing #2c
FlipUp
TM
front load frame graphic
installation
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Models FF-ST or FF-RP
3
2. Insert graphic in holding
cavity.
2
3. Make sure graphic is aligned
properly. Then, flip down top
frame edge, then the
remaining three edges.
4. Snap corners down into alignment
by pushing slightly outward on both
frame edges as you rotate down.
Push corners down into alignment
- they should "snap down."
1. Insert chisel-style tool under frame edge
and pry up gently.
2. Use your fingers to lift up frame edge
all the way.
Round profile prevents opening of the frame
with fingers.
Protects your insert from tampering / theft.
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Drawing #3
Opening "round profile" security
FlipUp
TM
frame
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Model FF-RP
Drawing #4
Profile Dimensions
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
2006
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1. Slide frame sections together and
tighten down screws.
Tools needed: 1/8 hex drive or flat-head screwdriver.
Assembles in seconds!
Drawing #5
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Directions for joining longer frame
sections with the "joiner strap." ?
for FlipUp
TM
frame
Patent Pending
For low cost shipping, and to avoid
damage, frame sides longer than 72"
are sent in 2 sections which join with
the "joiner strap."
Using this joiner strap, we can ship
easy to assemble frames in any size
you want:
10 foot, 20', 30' or longer frame
sides!
When your frame is
closed, the hairline seam
is hardly noticeable.
Option 1
"Screw down Option" - patent pending
(for FlipUp
tm
frame only)
Screw down option so all 4 edges of frame are tightened down
onto insert to prevent theft or wind blow out. Also great for use
on moving vehicles since you can use less expensive, thinner
inserts, and the insert won't "rattle" inside the frame.
Accommodates inserts up to .270" thick. Use security screws,
or can use regular screws, your choice.
2 front mounted security screws.
Benefits:
Easy and fast removal of
screws with hand or
cordless tools. Great for
frequent insert changes.
Option 3c
Removable frame edge
(for Slide-In
tm
frame only)
Must remove frame edge to load or remove inserts.
2 front mounted security screws (also we can provide
headed or headless screws that can be opened with
common tools)
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Drawing #6a
Security / Anti-Tamper options
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Wall
Blocker screw prevents
insert from being "slid out"
Option 3a
Blocker
tm
screw
(for Slide-In
tm
frame only)
Super fast insert changes, no frame
parts to remove. Blocker screw to
prevent theft of insert. This is simply
a center mounted security screw
(or can be a regular or headless
screw) in the slide-in portion of the
frame. Blocks the insert from being
"slid out."
For model FF-ST finger open style
or FF-RPround security profile
- standard width or wide profiles
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Drawing #6b
Security Screws and Tools
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
PER DRAWING 6a:
Option 1, Option 3a, Option 3c security add-ons
The security options on Drawing 6a will require tools as shown here.
We use “Pin in TORX” tamper resistant screws that can open with only a special
security tool. Pin in HEX style screws are also available upon request.
Insert Bit to remove TORX security
screws. Has 1/4” shank to use with
manual or cordless power drivers.
Fastest way to spin out the screws,
but you must provide your own
holder for this bit.
L Key to remove TORX
security screws.
Hand operated.
Pin in TORX security screw
Drawing #7
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Slide-In
TM
frame - hidden open edge ?
Your insert slides in through
hidden open slot. Hidden slot can
be on top or on side of frame.
Super fast insert changes, no frame parts to remove.
Slide-In
TM
frames can accept insert
material up to .250" thick. Each edge
of your graphic/insert is covered by
3/8" ~ .375" of frame front face edges.
If screwing frame to wall, maximum thickness of all
insert materials is 3/16" or .1875", because the
protruding screw heads on the inside cavity of the frame
take away from some of the insert space.
Frame can be mounted to wall by screwing
to wall (most secure method) or by adhering
to wall with double sided tape.
Read below only if you'll be applying
BLACK Slide-In
TM
frame to wall with
double-sided tape:
If applying BLACK powder coated frame to wall with a quality high tack double-sided foam adhesive, you MUST clean back
flanges very thoroughly with rubbing or denatured alcohol. Or also, for better adhesion, scuff up area where you will place
double sided tape by roughing up with fine sandpaper, then clean with alcohol.
You must do this for the black only so that the double-sided tape won't fall off frame, for BLACK frames only.
Hole Positions
Mounting Flanges for screwing to wall,
or we can add wire, hangers, etc.
For wall mounting, use the correct
anchor for either drywall or concrete
and a No.6 screw.
Do Not use larger than a No. 6 screw
because the head of screw will be "too
high/big" and will interfere with sliding
in the backer and graphic for the frame.
Use a round or pan head screw.
Do not use a flat head "countersink"
screw because the protruding edges of
head may snag the backer or graphic
as you slide it in.
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Design Patents and Trademarks
Strictly Enforced. Slide-In frame
designs and shapes are proprietary
May not have holes.
Depends on frame size
and how mounted.
Drawing #8
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Slide-In
TM
frame - Assembly ?
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Install the metal corners into the 2
nd
/ deeper
channel for the side of frame where your
graphic slides into.
This leaves the "hidden" open gap where your
graphic will slide into.
The corners for the bottom of frame
should be screwed into the 2nd / deeper
channel of frame side for best results
Bottom of frame
Top or graphic loading side
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Drawing #9
Measuring Methods / Graphic Thickness / Wall Mounting
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
WIDTH
LENGTH
GRAPHIC
SIZE*
*Actual size of
graphic. Frame
edges cover
perimeter of
graphic.
WIDTH
LENGTH
OD
SIZE*
*Outer
dimensions of
frame
WIDTH
LENGTH
LIVE
AREA*
*Portion of
graphic that is
viewable
Measuring methods
for frames:
Wall Mount Instructions:
Mounting Holes
Mounting Holes
FlipUp
TM
Frame
The enclosed wall mount anchors can be used
to mount your frames on drywall, plaster,
concrete, solid block, and brick.
1. Using a bubble level, make sure frame is
level on wall. With marker, mark a minimum
of two holes on each side of frame for your
screw locations.
2. Drill a pilot hole with 3/16” diameter drill bit;
insert and gently hammer in plastic anchors
into holes.
3. Place frame on wall over hole mounts and
screw in.
Mounting holes are in the channel on FlipUp
TM
frames and on inner flanges on Slide-In
TM
frames.
You may add different or additional holes for
your special mounting needs.
Mounting Holes
Mounting Holes
Slide-In
TM
Frame
Graphic Thickness
We need to know the approx. thickness of graphic materials going into the frame.
Thus, we need to know whether you’re using a thin poster, or a thicker mounted graphic up to .250” maximum. We then cut
the frames to best fit your graphic thickness so that the frame sides close down on your graphic as nicely as possible, to
avoid big gaps at the miters.
You can order your frames by one of the 3 methods below.
You can order by whatever dimension or measuring method is most important to your
project.
Most popular is by “Graphic Size” –that is, the frame is made to hold your particular
size graphic. OD Size and Live Area are typically used if you’re printing your own
graphics. If you order this way, you must print/trim your graphic so that it matches the
Graphic Size shown for the OD Size or Live Area you’ve chosen.
The on-line quoting system will show ALL 3 measurements, regardless of how you
order the frames. So, make sure the other measurements are acceptable to you
before you place order, or contact us.
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Overlays = Protect and enhance the beauty of your graphic. Clear plastic protective overlay windows are approx. 20
mils/ .020" thick or 40 mils thick for larger frames. Overlays are PETG plastic and are flexible, super clear high grade
plastic that will not crack and are ideal for use in these frames. You can also use your own acrylic style "overlay" if you
wish.
Backers = Black styrene plastic, 40 mil / .040" thick, for a very thin profile frame. Backers are.125” thick for Slide-In
frames. Other backer options available.
For FlipUp frames
The overlay windows will protect your graphic and enhance its appearance.
But, the overlays and backers are separately priced options and are not mandatory for the frame.
The FlipUp frame grips your graphic on all 4 edges and the wall acts as the "backer" -since the graphic lies in the frame
cavity -flat against the wall. But it's your choice to have a backer, as it may help smooth out a thin poster graphic, or if
you're mounting frame to an uneven surface. Thicker mounted graphics don't need a backer.
An option is to purchase 2 overlays for a frame. 1 would act as the "backer" and then can be switched out with the front
overlay when it gets damaged or worn. For larger frames, the overlay and backer are sent rolled up. They quickly flatten
out once placed in the frame.
For Slide-In frames
Typically, you'll need an overlay and backer for this frame.
The poster graphic is "sandwiched" between the overlay and backer and then "slid" into the frame.
You will need the overlay and backer to retain the poster in the frame, since this frame does not “grip”
the poster on all 4 sides as the FlipUp frame does.
If using a thicker-rigid-mounted graphic, you don't need the overlay and backer, unless you want the overlay to protect
and/or enhance the image.
Slide-In Backers = Typically 3mm / .125" thick corrugated black plastic.
Frames are usually sent assembled when 22" x 28" and smaller, and un-assembled when larger. Frame assembly is fast
and easy, instructions and corner hardware are included, takes a few minutes. For larger un-assembled frames, if you
purchase the overlay and backer, they would be sent "rolled up" in a box. After the frame is assembled, the un-rolled
backer/overlay is installed and will quickly flatten out..
Overlay Backer
Drawing #10 Overlays and Backers
Manufactured by:
Alpina Manufacturing LLC
Tel: 1-800-915-2828
Fax: 1-800-217-9431
e-mail: [email protected]
www.fastchangeframes.com
Maximum size available for overlays
and backers are 48” x 72”
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