Perma-stitch awning staple system

Abstract

A system using a specially designed frame/support member for manufacturing awnings and coverings and other-type sign assemblies without the use of traditional sewing. This system incorporates a special frame/support member that has a rounded channel that allows the covering material to be pulled taunt and stapled to the frame within the channel. The staples are then hidden by a flexible, round bead. The bead is constructed from such material that it can be covered with the same covering material or fabric that makes up the main body of the assembly. The covered bead is inserted into the support member channel in such a way that only a small section of the bead is visible and does not protrude from the channel.

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