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5 Sided Free Standing
Case
The 5-sided cases with acrylic vitrines are well suited for displaying smaller
to medium sized objects and flat art. They offer 360° viewing and have flexibility
in placement within the galleries. Cases typically have standard lift-off vitrines
and are offered with hinged pneumatic lift-assisted access for the flat art
type.
Cases are offered with many options to provide unique display and viewing
techniques. Cases with large vitrines can have an optional removable front
or side panel. These removable acrylic sides are uniquely precision-machined
to interlock and close without visible hardware. There are various style bases,
including the standard pedestal, stepped base, case on legs, and case on solid
legs.
Our cases are constructed from recognized conservation materials. Any
other materials inside the artifact area, such as the composite and select
wood materials, are sealed to prevent off-gassing of formaldehyde and other
contaminants. The artifact area inside the vitrine enclosure is isolated from
the case base to address other conservation and security issues. The standard
cases are then finished with water based low V.O.C. paint. Also custom finishes
are available.
Vitrines in Proto Cases are precision made with cast acrylic
with bubble-free polished joints. They come in standard thicknesses of 1/4
inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch. Both the vitrines and glass enclosures use cured
silicone gasket materials.
Standard decks are fabricated from Medex, a fiberboard
material, which is sealed and finished with a low V.O.C. paint. The decks are
removable, yet are registered (blocked) for a fixed position. Alternate conservation
materials and finishes are optional. A standard deck is capable of supporting
up to 200 pounds.
Access to security hardware, desiccant chambers, and levelers
is typically through the lower pedestal, either by means of a hinged panel
or a lift off access panel.
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4 Sided
Free Standing Case
4-Sided case with acrylic vitrines provide easier
access for larger artifact objects, where the 5-sided
vitrine cases need to lift over the artifacts. The
case provides generous view on three sides. Interior
back panel is removable and set into a structural
frame. The back frame is integrated into the
case base to provide a rigid structure. 4-sided cases
can be free-standing floor cases or secured and trimmed
to gallery walls.
Our cases are constructed from recognized
conservation materials. Any other materials inside
the artifact area, such as the composite and select
wood materials, are sealed to prevent off-gassing of
formaldehyde and other contaminants. The artifact area
inside the vitrine enclosure is isolated from the case
base to address other conservation and security issues.
The standard cases are then finished with water
based low V.O.C. paint. Also custom finishes are available.
Vitrines
in Proto Cases are bubble-free cast acrylic with
polished joints. They come in standard thicknesses
of 1/4 inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch. Both the vitrines
and glass enclosures use cured silicone gasket materials.
Standard decks are
fabricated from Medex, a fiberboard material, which
is sealed and finished with a low V.O.C. paint. The
decks are removable, yet are registered (blocked) for
a fixed position. Alternate conservation materials
and finishes are optional. A standard deck is capable
of supporting up to 200 pounds.
Access to security hardware,
desiccant chambers, and levelers is typically through the lower pedestal,
either by means of a hinged panel or a lift off access
panel.
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5 Sided Wall Case
A 5-sided wall case is a typical wall-mounted case for flat or shallow art
and small to medium objects. The inside back panel is removable to allow access
for case installation, silica gel tiles and the installation of artifact mounts.
All wall cases are provided with custom wall cleat frames for gallery installation
and security hardware.
Proto also offers a unique 6-sided wall case which has
a clear acrylic back that mounts with a set of aluminum stand-offs. The case
is a precision machined acrylic case that interlocks and is secured with at least
two security machine screws at the lower back edge.
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4 Sided Wall Case
The 4-sided wall cases are typically used to display
flat textiles, flat art, and smaller to large objects
for displays on gallery walls. They offer close viewing
and are shallow in depth.
Proto's 4-sided wall cases
are built with a welded steel armature to provide support
for heavier objects. They can easily handle larger
objects where the vitrine size adds more weight to
the case frame. The inside back panel is removable
to allow access for case installation, silica gel tiles
and the installation of artifact mounts.
Shallow desiccant
chambers can be integrated into the lower frame with
access through the bottom. Deck and back panels are
both removable. Alternate materials and finishes
are available.
Each case is provided with security
hardware and a custom wall cleat frame for installation.
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Glass Wall Case
Glass wall cases are used for all types of flat art, small and large objects,
textiles, furniture, and other artifacts whether they are historic, art, or
natural objects. The cases are built to be free-standing or attached to the
gallery walls and offer large viewing areas. They are offered with Optiwhite
or Starfire iron-free glass, tempered or laminated with optional ultraviolet
filtering. The case typically provides large glass access panels with concealed
hinges that open 90°.
Cases can have various security devices and can be sealed
against contaminants or optional desiccant chambers for relative humidity control.
They are provided with lower access panels for desiccants and upper access panels
for case lighting. The interior has decks and/or back panels that are removable
and offered with optional finishes and materials.
The cases structures have welded
steel frames. These rigid steel frames ensure the stability required for the
hinged glass access panel that has to maintain perfect registration.
Our cases
are constructed from recognized conservation materials. Any other materials inside
the artifact area, such as the composite and select wood materials, are sealed
to prevent off-gassing of formaldehyde and other contaminants. The artifact area
is isolated from the case base and canopy to address other conservation and security
issues. The standard cases are then finished with water based low V.O.C. paint.
Also custom finishes are available.
Glass enclosures use cured silicone gasket
materials. Proto cases use iron free glass in standard thicknesses of 1/4 inch,
3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch as tempered or laminated.
Standard decks and panels are
fabricated from Medex, a fiberboard material, which is sealed and finished with
a low V.O.C. paint. The decks are removable, yet are registered (blocked) for
a fixed position. Alternate conservation materials and finishes are optional.
A standard deck is capable of supporting up to 200 pounds.
Access to security
hardware, desiccant chambers, and levelers is typically through the lower pedestal,
either by means of a hinged panel or a full extension drawer.
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Free Standing Glass
Case
Free-standing glass floor cases provide 360° of viewing. They are used for
the display of large objects, textiles, and multiple artifacts. They are provided
with large hinged access panels of glass and various optional security devices.
The glass is iron-free Optiwhite or Starfire, tempered or laminated with optional
UV filtering.
Cases can be illuminated and/or equipped with desiccant chambers
through sealed slide out drawers.
Case structure consists of steel welded frames
for the base and canopy sections with various styles and finishes being available.
Our
cases are constructed from recognized conservation materials. Any other materials
inside the artifact area, such as the composite and select wood materials, are
sealed to prevent off-gassing of formaldehyde and other contaminants. The artifact
area is isolated from the case base and canopy to address other conservation
and security issues. The standard cases are then finished with water based low
V.O.C. paint. Also custom finishes are available.
Glass enclosures use cured silicone
gasket materials. Proto cases use iron free glass in standard thicknesses of
1/4 inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch as tempered or laminated.
Standard decks are
fabricated from Medex, a fiberboard material, which is sealed and finished with
a low V.O.C. paint. The decks are removable, yet are registered (blocked) for
a fixed position. Alternate conservation materials and finishes are optional.
A standard deck is capable of supporting up to 200 pounds.
Access to security
hardware, desiccant chambers, and levelers is typically through the lower base,
either by means of a hinged panel or a full extension drawer.
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Built In Wall Case
Built-in cases are typically installed in gallery
walls and are shallow in depth. They are used for
textiles, flat art, and small to medium objects.
They have framed glass access panels that are hinged
to swing out 90° or have an assisted pneumatic hinged
frame that opens 60°.
They have access to canopy lighting
and desiccant chambers. The deck, back, and side panels
are all removable and can be provided in various materials
and finishes. The case frames are extruded aluminum,
which is assembled or welded and is also offered
in various finishes.
Our cases are constructed from
recognized conservation materials. Any other materials
inside the artifact area, such as the composite and
select wood materials, are sealed to prevent off-gassing
of formaldehyde and other contaminants. The artifact
area is isolated from the wall structure and canopy
to address other conservation and security issues.
The standard cases are then finished with water based
low V.O.C. paint. Also custom finishes are available.
Glass
enclosures use cured silicone gasket materials. Proto
cases use iron free glass in standard thicknesses
of 1/4 inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch as tempered or
laminated.
Standard decks and panels are fabricated from Medex,
a fiberboard material, which is sealed and finished
with a low V.O.C. paint. The decks are removable,
yet are registered (blocked) for a fixed position.
Alternate conservation materials and finishes are
optional. A standard deck is capable of supporting
up to 200 pounds.
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Case on Furniture
Proto offers four different styles of cases. These
cases are used in displaying artifacts on furniture
artifacts or display furniture. They are viewable
from 360° and used typically for the display of smaller
objects.
Case style #1 has a shallow vitrine frame
and a variety of raised case decks with sloped faces.
The inset deck is removable and the case riser provides
a cavity for the desiccant.
Case style #2 is an all acrylic case with a 3/4" or
1" thick acrylic base. All seams and joints
are polished. The vitrine is secured with hardware
that is tapped into the acrylic base.
Case style #3 offers a shallow vitrine
frame or base plate and is provided with a removable deck.
The vitrine is secured through the frame using various
types of security screws.
Case style #4 is similar to case style #1 with a
custom vitrine frame profile constructed from hardwoods,
acrylic, or aluminum. The deck is removable and the
vitrine is typically secured through the frame.
All four types of cases on furniture
can be provided with Volara or an Ethafoam sheet to separate the
case from the furniture.
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Wall Shelf Case
We have four types of wall shelf cases to offer. Each type displays small
objects and/or small flat art objects. They have internally secured vitrine
access through a sealed access panel on the bottom of each case. Vitrines are
the lift-off type and are 5-sided. Cases provide chambers for desiccant with
access through the bottom.
These cases are engineered to be rigid and all have
internal welded steel frames that distribute the weight to the case back.
A full
size wall plate attached to the wall structure is provided for the installation.
Wall
cases are offered for case viewing from the top only, top and front, and top,
front and two sides. They can have a removable flat, sloped, or raised deck with
sloped face and inset deck.
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Plinths
Plinth
bases provide platforms for the display of a single
or multiple objects. They offer 360° viewing and offer
flexible positioning in the gallery. Optionally, these
bases can be engineered with concealed steel structures
or additional framing, to support objects of hundreds
to thousands of pounds if required.
Removable decks
are provided for objects with custom mounts to be
mounted prior to the installation in the gallery.
Plinths and pedestals with small footprints that
are top heavy can be offered with access panels to
install ballast to ensure stability.
Our cases are
constructed from recognized conservation materials.
Any other materials inside the artifact area, such
as the composite and select wood materials, are sealed
to prevent off-gassing of formaldehyde and other contaminants.
The standard plinths are then finished with water based
low V.O.C. paint. Custom finishes are also available.
Plinths
are fabricated from MDF, a fiberboard material, which
is sealed and finished with a low V.O.C. paint. The
decks are removable, yet are registered (blocked)
for a fixed position. Alternate conservation materials
and finishes are optional. A standard plinth is capable
of supporting up to 200 pounds.
Access to security hardware, desiccant chambers,
and levelers is typically through the lower pedestal,
either by means of a hinged panel or a lift-off panel.
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