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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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