^^-V^vt^^ln, We OUTDOOR cXDVERTISING tXSSOCIATION GENERAL INFORMATION ON PLANT CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE MAY 1, 1917 REGULATIONS FOR THE PROPER CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF Standard Painted Bulletin Advertising Plants AS PRESCRIBED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING ASSOCIATION UNITED STATES AND CANADA THE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING ASSOCIATION 19 17 Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2011 with funding from Duke University Libraries http://www.archive.org/details/regulationsforprOOoutd PREFACE THIS publication is intended primarily as a text-book for the purpose of care- fully and plainly outlining to every member of the Outdoor Advertising Association the requirements with reference to the construction, maintenance and operation of painted bulletin advertising plants and the service which this Association demands from each of its members. Every member is urged to keep this text-book constantly before him and to carefully and thoroughly live up to all of the regulations contained herein. A uniform standard structure with uniform high-grade service delivered in every city and town throughout the country is the essential thing for the success of outdoor advertising, and each member is urged to do his share toward accom- plishing this end by adhering strictly to all of the specifications, standards, rules and regulations set down in this book. An additional purpose is to help in further developing that service and to ultimately secure for the users of outdoor advertising throughout the United States and Canada an absolute standard which will be as near perfect as human limitations will permit. To promote and assure this result the Association has adopted a rigid system of plant inspection. Competent inspectors constantly cover every section of the country, and their duties are to see that members maintain this standard service at all times, and also to promote the extension of the service furnished advertisers to every city, town and hamlet within our jurisdiction. Separate and enlarged copies of all plans of construction shown herein may be obtained at a nominal cost from the Secretary. [PAGE THRHKl CONSTRUCTION OF PAINTED BULLETIN BOARDS The physical condition of painted bulletin plants is becoming a larger factor every day as an aid in selling the medium, and as a means of bringing about a lower cost of plant maintenance. The plans submitted in this publication have been drawn after careful study and exhaustive tests of the various types of structures built by the members. Al- though the type of construction set forth herein may appear new and different to some of the members, it is suggested that all members adhere rigidly to these plans by reason of the fact that they will provide safe structures, while the material required is not in excess of the material required for any other structure of the same size which may offer an equal resistance to wind pressure. It must be borne in mind that the strength of any timber in a frame or bent cannot beneficially exert its strength unless it is so fastened within the frame that it may receive the full strength from any other member or members. For this reason it is necessary that the proper size of nails and the requisite number should be used in all joints as shown in the plans. These plans provide for structures to withstand a wind pressure of 30 tbs. per square foot, which is the pressure exerted by a wind with a velocity of seventy-five miles per hour. Many city ordinances require that all structures be built to withstand such a wind and as it is the desire of the members of the Association to build their structures equally as strong as the best class of buildings in the town or city, it is strongly urged that all members adhere as closely as possible to the plans given herein. It is also suggested that the plant owners familiarize themselves with the names of the various members in a bent or frame, as shown in these plans, for these are the terms used in common practice and in a discussion of the method of building bulletin boards with other plant owners, or more particularly, city engineers, they may make themselves clearly understood. The use of the Kleiser anchor, which is made of a 4x6, five feet long w^ith two or four wedges as specified in the plans, has shown by actual test in the various kinds of soil a strength equal to double that of the old type of 6x8 anchor with dead-men. The use of 4x6 timber for anchors permits of the use of short pieces of post material which heretofore may have accumulated or may have been used to a disadvantage as splices. It is recommended that the members of the Association seek information from the United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, w^ith regard to the treatment of their local timber for preserving the same against deterioration when placed in the ground. Although the proper treatment of anchors and the lower ends of posts may increase the first cost of construction, this practice should eas- ily repay the plant owner by means of a lower cost of maintenance and in the increased safety of the boards which is a large asset in the form of insurance. [PAGE FOUR] STANDARDIZATION OF PLANTS Resolution adopted Nov. 24th, 1916 that each plant owner be noti- fied that he must begin immediately to put his plant into proper units and that he must equip all regular city bulletins with pilcisters as illustrat- ed in the Book of Instructions. This to apply to boards outside of those of a De Luxe type or Semi-De Luxe type, and that there shall be a col- umn at the end of each unit or sign. THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS WERE ADOPTED: No. 1. There shall be a standard moulding at least 5 inches wide with a 2 inch cap which shall extend 4 inches in front of the face of the sign. No. 2. Color of mouldings and pilasters on regular plant to be one of the following neutral colors: Old Gold, Old Ivory, Gray or White. No. 3. The width of column as adopted shall be used uniformly through- out the entire plant. No. 4. A neutral color mat is recommended, to be 10 to 15 inches at top and bottom, and from 10 to 24 inches at ends, but must be uniform in size throughout the plant. No. 5. When a standard form of construction has been arrived at it is recommended that a book containing details of the same be issued by the Association. Also that this committee be au- thorized to issue said book. Resolution unaminously adopted February 27, 1917. Within one year from date all members should have at least fifty per cent of their bulletins readjusted to conform to the new requirements of Pilasters, Mats, 35 foot Units, Separation from Bill Posting, etc. rPAGE FIVE] STANDARD SECTIONS ILLUSTRATION No. 5 Showing the face of standard section, 5 feet wide by 1 feet high, made of 26 gauge unannealed galvanized sheet steel. ILLUSTRATION No. 6 Representing the back of standard section illustrating method of stiffening batten on back of section by use of galvanized sheet steel cleats. I PAGE SIX] TREATMENT OF SECTIONS It has been found necessary to treat the galvanized surface of steel sections in some manner to remove the glossy and apparently greasy surface from the steel in order to obtain a surface to vs^hich paint will satisfactorily adhere. Various acids have been used for this purpose w^ith varying results. In some cases the acids have been so strong as to destroy the effect of the galvanizing with the resultant deterioration of the sections. In other cases weak acids have not sufficiently removed the glossy surface and the paint has a tendency to flake off. The manufacturers advise that no acid of any kind be used to treat the steel, as all must naturally tend to destroy the galvanizing. It is their recommendation that the steel sheets be permitted to stand wholly exposed to the weather for a period of six months in which time the surface will oxidize to such an extent that a surface will be created to which paint will readily adhere. Such treatment though highly commendable is somewhat impracticable, and a strong acid vinegar is being largely used for the purpose of treating sections. The vinegar is applied with a brush immediately upon completion of the sec- tion. The section is then stood on edge which permits it to drain and may be used as soon as the vinegar is dry. Members who have found satisfactory methods of treating sections should send the Secretary full information concerning same, that all may be advised and bene- fited. [r.VGE SEVE.NJ STANDARD MOULDING TOP MOULDING Full Size BOTTOM MOULDING Full Size [PAGE EIGHT] STANDARD MOULDING On page Eight is shown in full size detail the standard moulding for paint bulle- tin boards. Experience has shown that the top and bottom edges of the paint sections should be obscured from view in order to obtain a neat and pleasing sign. There- fore, to hide the irregularities of the top and bottom edges of the sections the mould- ing is designed with the idea that one-half inch of the ends of the sections shall be covered. On plan marked "G-3" will be found a detail showing the manner in which this moulding is erected. It will be noted that the top moulding is rabbitted or cut out to a depth of one and one-half inches, but the moulding is so set that it covers but the top one-half inch of the section. This is done in order that the section may be readily lifted up and slipped out of the bottom moulding or replaced by a reverse action without the necessity of loosening the moulding. This construction also tends to hold the sections in place and is just as economi- cal as the old type of moulding which had the same face detail and was fastened in place with a one inch backing or furring strip. The moulding as shown is merely the combination of the old type of moulding and the backing and furring strip which heretofore was nailed on separately. At present it is a common practice to fasten the sections in place with spikes. Experience has shown that in the course of time sections become badly battered and defaced from constant nailing and this one thing of all others contributes to- ward defaced and unsatisfactory boards. It is strongly recommended that sections be fastened in place by the use of metal straps, an inch wide and 1 5 to 18 inches long, which are usually cut from the ends of steel sheets when trimming the same for correct sizes to be made into sec- tions. These strips can be passed between the batten and steel face of the sec- tions; the two ends then bent down or up over the stringer and fastened with one 8d nail. Other satisfactory section holders, but more expensive and complicated, have been designed and some are at present in use, but it would appear that a good deal of thought might be given to this one subject in hope that a more satisfactory solu- tion might be reached. [PAGE ni>;ki SINGLE DECK BOARDS G-5, on the opposite pages, shows plans covering the construction of single deck boards built on level ground and in deep basements. It will be noted that 2x6's are shown for top and bottom stringers; also the Kleiser anchor has been shown in preference to the old type of anchor. The use of 2x6 stringers and the use of the Kleiser anchor are strongly recommended in order to meet the provisions of the many city ordinances w^hich require that a bulletin board withstand a lateral wind pressure of from 25 to 30 fbs. per square foot of exposed surface. L1'.\.GE TE.Nl 3' O'- ^ffrjfj « S '^Arj rfO- Z'S" S^nni^e/ ^-■^O^ ^r^' ^f-ri'n^cr S 4^6" Pos^ -- Zx6"3acfr Srace 1 2x6' J^r/n ^er - 2 r4' Sfn/yge'ry I ■ 4-40^ 2x6" Sack Brace r Ittrj •r4' lec/^er^.^W^ a.i4~ f'vriin 7^ d^A/T rOB 6bOU^D U^£l Bofl£D ■ Q * y/,..\'w'' anc^/ef on buci- •>p'actid /a bent^ 3-3Cd 3-30^ \ ii- -2 t?&z/^es Zt4'Sra.ce ki Z'*4'Snaiogor?aJ Braes r^m^ /VJ2 S/Na^ JJ^c/c 3o/iej)-6fr. S/^s^me/^t. Jca/e-j''-/'o': I I - ,4/<6"Poj^ Om/t one /•«? 3o3e 3sa'J~ *•' 4 We-daCA BfNT roe SwGif D^c^ So^/GB JOfr 5/75£0^nt. ■Jca/e-4' - /' o". ^' \V->'A rgrn rfen I Zx ^' J^nnger ~4 A 6 Post 2 1 6" Stringer J-JO^ 34 X S/^Bofhm Ula/d — /4 1 3^ ' Be/torn Cofipincj, ^x 6 ' Fast- -3-30^ to he jt>/aced a/- o r7?ax/rr7urn a/ &/?& brace ^ ei^ery /Odenfs D/^r/7/L Or' 3ll Post/no or PniNr i^LrrroRM- ■Jca/e ■■ '/z'' /'O'. 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[PAGE FIFTEEN] DOUBLE DECK SET-BACK BOARDS G-6, on the opposite pages, illustrates the proper method of construction for double deck boards built on level ground and in deep basements. It will be noted that 2x6's are shown for top and bottom stringers; also the Kleiser anchor has been shown in preference to the old type of anchor. The use of 2x6 stringers and the use of the Kleiser anchor are strongly recommended in order to meet the provisions of the many city ordinances which require that a poster board withstand a lateral wind pressure of from 25 to 30 lbs. per square foot of exposed surface. [P.\OE SIXTEEN] >'Jh-A t^ier7ara/ A/o/e- /7r?c^or pos/s /qoa/ fa ^ fhe /-o^a/ he/gh^o/ board adoye ^nxj/icf 1?^ J unlace. O^e 2^4' Jiva/ Srace or? hcfck of pos/s c/xiss/oy \^^ of p^proA .45° a/^ a /7?a^//7?o'J7 spaong of one dr-ace /y/T^re ^e Soor-d /s o^er- 30 f^. h/gS ihe brace % N /J /p cross 4pane/j. TTre^e c/raiv/ngs o)re on fhs dos/s o/ /he ^ard Ae/ng raised 2 ft- aboi^e ,s/de>va/M /e^eJ. ^ Jm3y Brz/ces or? BacM 3rcs ^ /'?aye o /7?ajr/rrK'/T7 spL 3o^c& 2t 4 'Suray Oroce OrjiitHiisbrQCCCxccptcnhoard^i oaci/yeA/oo>ica/ocancr/s 2jr4'Jfringer 2x4'Pi/rJin ■ J 30-1 4-SO^ ^■'4 "Sifoy Brace 3 30^ Smov Bruce 4'ii^' Z rfeJqe. ■> 3£A/T fb£ 6iQO^/VP) l^i/fl DoUBlf D£C/1 3o^eD Sra/e ^',/'o- ^}'^(c'' 4 wec/aeA DfNT F02 DOL'SLf D^C/f 30J7j5D 6/^T 3/76^M^NT. Jca/e-J'''/'o' BEKT FOQ D0U3LE Deck 3C/^RD 4ft. B/^EMENTSr:iM£:/i5 6rr B/JSPIMENT except ^s r,ofe^^/^ m ^^^' !"-'', o ^x6"^il/ IS'/onq nedge J JO'/ Sent Foe Double D^ch So/^^d ■ /Oft. 3/7S£m^nt. jca/<^ J "-/ ££/7J3 5l£\//7T/ON. DOUBLE DECK SET-BACK BOARDS >;, •TTY' The above photograph illustrates the method of construction of a double deck board built on level ground. tTAGE T\VKNTY-OXi:i DOUBLE DECK FLUSH-FACE BOARDS G-10 shows a plan for the construction of a double deck flush-face board. The use of this type of board is being discontinued, the set-back double deck rapidly tak- ing its place. The plan is shown, however, for those who may desire to build such boards, but the material for such boards is not given in the material list. Parti- cular note should be taken of the fact that the plan provides for the use of an an- chor 6 ft. long, in place of the usual 5 ft. ; also provides that the posts be set in the ground a depth of 4 ft., instead of the usual 3 ft. The back brace is made of two 2x6's running from the anchor to a point opposite the middle of the board. fPAGE TWENTY-TWO] ■^ee J?e-^i/~ l-A.O'^ , Z -sod 2x ^" J/r/n^er 3^m64 " Cappina /^s" fr/eze ^ee 7?ei(xil 2 x4" 3waf/ 5race OeouND LEva Bo^/^D ■ 4"-^^^^^ /OTr. 3mfAf£A/r. J'sor/e t k k * J '*/" P'^" '°' '^"^ construction of a cjouble deck Hush-face board. I he use of this type of board is being discontinued, the set-back double deck rapidly taking its place. The plan is shown, however, for those who may desire to build such boards, but the material tor such boards is not given in the material list. Particular note should be taken of the fact that the plan provides for the use of an anchor 6 ft. long, in place of the usual 5 ft.; also provides that the posts be set in the ground a depth of 4 ft., instead of the usual 3 ft. The back brace is made of two 2x6-s running from the anchor to a point opposite the middle of the board. i DOUBLE DECK SET-BACK BOARDS Shown above is a photograph illustrating the manner of construction of a double deck board built in a deep basement. tr.VGK TWEXTT-FIVKI MATERIAL LIST On the opposite page are tables showing the material required for boards built on level ground or in 4 ft., 6 ft. or 10 ft. basements and of varying lengths, from 25 to 100 ft. It will be noted in the accompanj'ing table that 2x6's have been specified for both top and bottom stringers. Heretofore, 2x4's have had a large general use as top and bottom stringers, but more recently the trend has been for wider string- ers, which provide additional strength and furnish more nailing surface. To pro- vide a strength sufficient to withstand a wind with a velocity of seventy-five miles an hour, it is necessary to employ 2x6 stringers, top and bottom, and for this rea- son they are specified in this table and their use is strongly recommended. It will be noted that provision has been made in the table for the use of the Kleiser anchor, as shown in plan G-5. Since this type of anchor develops a strength equal to twice that of the old style anchor at an equal or less cost, its use is strongly recommended. These anchors can be made from short pieces of post material. However, it is a very simple matter for those w^ho may vs^ish to use 2x4 stringers, top and bottom, and the old type of anchor to make these changes in the table. Under the heading "Single Deck Boards" and under the classification of "Ground Level," the material is given for boards from 25 to 100 ft. in length, which are built on level ground, the bottom of the capping being 2 ft. above the ground and 1 ft. sections being used. To obtain from the table the material required for a 50 ft. single deck board built on level ground, look first for the table headed "Material for Single Deck Boards." On the left margin look for the classification "Ground Level Boards; ' across the top of this table is given the lengths of boards in multiples of five, be- ginning with 25 ft. Under 50 ft. as given on the line marked "Length of Board" will be found the material required. For instance, the first figure under "50 ft." is 7; reading across from the left, this will be "anchors," 4x6 in. by 5 ft. — seven is the number required. The next figure under seven is fourteen ; reading across from the left under "wedges," 4x6 in. by 1 ft. — fourteen are required. By con- tinuing down this column, the following material will be found to be necessary: Posts 4x6 in. by 16 ft. 7 Back braces 2x6 " 15 7 Stringers 2x4 " 14 2; and 1, 11 ft. long Stringers 2x6 " 14 " 4; and 2. 11 ft. long Splices 2x4 " 4 2 Splices 2x6 " 4 4 Baseboard 1x6 " 9 2; and 2, 16 ft. long This is the material required to complete the framework for a board 50 ft. long built on level ground, the bottom capping being 2 ft. therefrom. Since the material required for the face of all boards of the same length, whether built on level ground or in basements is the same, to avoid repetition this material has been listed at the bottom of the table marked "Material for Single Deck Boards." Under the classification of "Facing" will be found the required amount of top moulding, bottom moulding, sections, head-board, bottom capping, top capping, end capping and pilasters. 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T IS ^lyer 'A..r£iivrcd 'cfbrs ■ 4'^ia-S' varuint^ lenaffis lYi'^h' '^t?e wKkr ier'ath lof 3ol 7_required (i 'ei'i '?" d So J^a^rJH ■e .'e/i^fA jf?d veces M' /on^ '^fhs are an'ti 'Si,S'- /^ro'7ci-s4-i' Ji are requirea ot' each of Board 'a ' h^cres-a. r a SO' ffoai fhei^ are ^nfed, and *" in '.' k found Fhures-a s, Jfr yg-jr-f'-^' T!j7i red 'V/^v ,r bi/ a /im "^lecc 2ZFr I'o eaa/'i.i a>ii t'fi prarded TflJ /s ado/red Yf;as:- ^'ZOdO 7f ^aard f/c'i - ffac< ffn '^eces /(?/ are ieef A^ ■^L tal^/e, /en'ar' pien'3 /-rd and J-/0 (^ir '.! ■J a re fo ^e amy one ip /n Tal>/e. /o^ the ncirvk •ares is the reat'irfc f?' 7r 'fbon^, // :s desirei'^ jJieires ^aj\ ca /i^'a md li paced 'o ffje ce /J osed, ^ii'en in nam/^et or Ip'- iQz a SO Seard. if/ieke inches are \gimi fo saPsfdafe fie used, or 'irrr^'v^- MATERIAL LIST It can be readily understood that the material given for boards in 4, 6 and 10 ft. basements is the same material that is required for boards which may be built on level ground, but w^hich are raised 6. 8 and I 2 ft. above the ground. In other words, the material for a ground level board provides for the board to be raised 2 ft. above the ground; the material for a board in a 4 ft. basement provides for the board to be raised 2 ft. above the sidewalk or 6 ft. above the ground. In the case of the material for a 6 ft. basement, the table provides for the erection of a board, the bottom of which is 2 ft. above the sidewalk or 8 ft. above the ground; the material for a 1 ft. basement similarly provides materials for a board, the bottom of which is 1 2 ft. above the ground. The material for double deck boards with the upper deck set back 3 ft. will be found in the table marked "Double Deck Boards," the same form being used as in the case of single deck boards, with the exception that the material for the platform between the upper and lower decks is given in a separate table, bearing the heading "Upper Deck Platform." It is often necessary to build a rail fence around lots and in the table marked "Rail Fence" is given the material required for a rail fence three feet high with 4x4 posts at 8 ft. centers and with a 2x4 top member resting on the posts and two I x6 rails. ir.VUK TWIC.NTY-.N'INEJ SPECIFICATIONS FOR SINGLE DECK BOARD BUILT ON SOLID ROCK FOUNDATION ANCHOR ROCK DRILLING UPRIGHT UPPER STRUCTURE Anchor used to be forged out of 3x^ in. iron, 8 in. long, and then tapered to 3;^ jn. square and barbed on edges. Rock to be drilled, leaving a 1 in. hole in diameter, 9 in. deep; set anchor in same, then fill balance of space with melted lead and cork tight. Bottom of upright should be cut to rock level, and then cross brace to be bolted to anchor with three (3) flj in. cross bolts. Follow regulation construction. [PAGE THIRTV] BOARD ON ROCK FOUNDATION This illustration indicates the proper method of construction where the earth formation is solid rock. D&TAlL-,SHOUJl(VIG PieuATion-of- ■TyP!^ALBEA<:e _J rr.\nr; thiutv-<)Xi;i BOARD ON MARSHY GROUND This illustration indicates the proper method of construction where the earth formation is marshy land. vvi Q V X a. UJnL Q.I , z (Oj to w 2-xS CAP to INHERE GKOU/~ID /3 7-00 SOFT f=OR SiHOL^ ■^''//$>/'' -4''.4-' cfossina under ftiv rafters- •Bent For Roof- scaiei-i-a- TT -U- 13 Rafter-j -- - u [ I 4^ R'a/fi =3=1,!= -t-r- • P/IRT Pl/^N -Looking UP. 8-Ojhouf Spacintj o'f Bents about 3-0' cerrl^r To center ^ na/l mih ^ ■^- /Z each s/a^j..^.^. jSheafh/n^-^^, ' Pe/jr El £Mr/ON I ■jf' Zander ftro ra/t'en 7 -_--"" /€;//^ -4*4 irass/n^ unc/er tmp rafters ifysha-j'on a// Bo/ts 'Roof /1nCH0R/I6E DET/JIL- 5ca/e /"-/-O. n?r 37f7^fr:i \ Pl^n of Roof Bomo- -.SR/^dNG or WOOD n?^fY7£ ■ si^/^CiNS or srrci. ri?/ifyrr NOT£ /?c>of musf not i>e i^ntken except h- pass^^e of i'ivlfs, trhicti muil ffe fharoi/anli^' /laslJei^ Drama fe of roof must mi be oiafructed encept l>y f. H' lyecf^es j/rotfn .Stringei — 7 Al Smry Braart^ connections - l-e Bolt ■'4*^'4- unc^r /ffT? ra/ferj . 3*^^fr/nger ii-'i}'ii Sfay Brace £ 'Bent fok RooF'Scaiei:'/-o- A/OT£- /Jnchora^e tt> t?oof same as stmvn aiare. STANDARD CORNER CONSTRUCTION DOUBLE DECK BOARD The above illustration shows the manner in which the corners on a double deck set- back board may be finished in a neat and simple way. [PAGE FORTY-ONE] f$: ^1 Jt II >>•)- STANDARD PILASTER No. 1 'Side ^ie^- •'j3H0mN6 End P/LflSTER' Se/en ^ yride Z '■4' Capping ^ ' £L£i^/lTION or • - Inte/^medi^te PiLRSTER' Section or Pil/^steR' /eeqa/a^/on MM cut to ^jf oi^er mold/n^ of hoard irs made se/xirvfe and /rrferchon^eai'/e - Top 8~ Bottom Sca/eM'=/-0'- ' SfTcr/o^y a.- a LPAGE FURTY-TWO] STANDARD PILASTER No. 1 *-y-iUjiiUJi4Lij^ It will be noted that the pilaster shown above differs from the other three standard designs by reason of the fact that it has no base. A base may be added, however, if de- sired. When used without a base, -it is readily adaptable to any bulletin board no matter what height the same is above the ground. It is also readily adaptable to use on double deck boards, and as may be judged from the accompanying photographs, a bulletin board finish- ed with these pilasters is given a most attractive finish. These pilasters are made in a very simple way and all short, scrap pieces of regula- tion moulding may be used in making the caps for same. This is one of the four standard types of pilasters adopted by the Association. IIWGK FUKTV-THIIEEI STANDARD PILASTER No. 2 A J The pilaster shown above is one of the four designs adopted by the Outdoor Advertis- ing Association. On the opposite page is reproduced a line drawing, showing the manner of construction and the way in which it is attached to the board. These pilasters, it will be noted from the photograph, give a board a very pleasing appearance, and if kept well painted, v/ill prove an attraction to any plant. tPAGK FOnTY-FOUrO STANDARD PILASTER No. 2 J.* itrffe, ica^f J/tf^~.f'~o" De/a//i of De Zaxe Co/) f^u// 5/ze Cross Sec//o/ts DOUBLE DECK FLUSH-FACE BOARD Above is an illustration of a double deck, flush-face board, showing the use of pilasters on both upper and lower decks. irAi_;K FuUTY-SEVKN] STANDARD PILASTER No. 3 ,\\^/A\ \ /2' X < < < ■^ ^1, Top made separate I ^''' and set on Capping s < iA N '.nv '<^vv \ ^.e made se/>an3tr >v;:\!vV'in'.w/-'M.\'-. •5lDE l/lEW ' ' £^L£//7r/OA/ OF^ 'S£CT/ON OF P/L/^STER' * ^HOwiNo £np Pilaster- 'Intermedi/ite PjiffsrER* 'S^aJe:i- /■-(?: Above is shown a photograph of a round pilaster which has been in use for some time, and which has been adopted by the Association as one of the four standard designs. These pilasters, although somewhat difficult of construction, and possibly somewhat more expen- sive than the other standard designs, are a very attractive ornament to a painted bulletin board. [PAr.K KOUTV-NINE] ANCHOR TESTS On page Fifty-one is shown a suggested method for testing the relative strengths of different types of anchors. The plan shown does not provide for any measure- ment of the stress required to cause failure in any anchor, but does provide a means whereby the old standard anchor may be tested against any suggested types in the nature of an experiment. In testing the relative strengths of different an- chors, it must be borne in mind that the strength of any anchor is directly depend- ent upon the soil in w^hich it is imbedded, consequently, all tests should be made in such a way as to provide the same soil for imbedding the opposing anchors. Ex- haustive tests made by members of the Association have gone to show that of the loose soils, sand offers the greatest resistance. An anchor imbedded wholly in sand is found to be stronger than an anchor imbedded in a sandy soil but sur- rounded by crushed rock. This proved true in both the case of the old style an- chor and the Kleiser type. Anchors set in brick-bats showed the least strength of any tested. In the plan provision is made for the use of two anchors of any type on one side to test the strength of any one anchor on the opposite side, if the conditions warrant the same. [PAGE FIFTY] &1 ^ ^. 3; ~s S <=; ■ I ■ri Sr/ /hc/ion ahout4Ff<^ y-/ ^ K^^ y i^^ v§> ^ ^r ^ S\ ^ ^- ^ S! [PAGE FIFTY-ONE] PAINT REMOVAL RACK In the plan, as shown on page Fifty-three, of the rack for holding sections from which paint is to be beaten, it will be noted that the frame is to be of rigid con- struction, which prevents the racking and distorting of the section during the process. The usual method employed is to place the section on the rack, and then beat the face of the same with the tool shown on the plan. Care should be taken that the section is not beaten too hard. The paint which does not flake off under the blows of the tool may be readily scraped off with the chisel point of same. This chisel point should be kept well sharpened to facilitate rapid work. As shown on opposite page the tool is made from a piece of medium steel of 1 Yz'^Vs inch mater- ial and bent to make an offset at the handle of 2 J/2 inches, which keeps the hand clear when the tool is used to beat the section. The handle is made of two pieces of wood which are held in place by a winding of electricians tape. [P.\GE FIFTT-TWO] PAINT REMOVAL RACK /«•/»»«■ ««P HOLDINO SECTIONS ITHILC l?C:MOfll\IS OlD P/I/NT ll'AGE I"II"TY-THREEJ OFFICERS OF THE OUTDOOR ADVERTISING ASSOCIATION GEORGE J. SHERER President NORTHERN DISPLAY ADVERTISING CO. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. GEORGE FITCH Secretary 130 SOUTH HUDSON AVE. ALBANY, N. Y. SAMUEL PRATT Treasurer NEWARK SIGN CO. NEWARK. N. J. JOHN S. HUMMER Attorney 69 WEST WASHINGTON STREET CHICAGO, ILL. THOMAS CUSACK CO. Clearing House HARRISON AND LOOMIS STREETS CHICAGO, ILL. [PAGE FIFTY-FOUR] s^ I