A A A RIBBON Rack Co., Div. of Brandir International, Inc. 521 Fifth Avenue, 17th floor New York, NY 10175-0038 Tel: (212) 505-6500 Toll free: (800) 849-3488 Fax: (212) 505-6813 E-mail: info@ribbonrack.com Web site: http://www.ribbonrack.com 
INNOVATION TAKES SHAPE The award-winning Ribbon® Rack. The most innovative and unique bicycle rack ever. Graceful curves of tubular steel, sculpted to fit, and enhance, any architectural setting. The Ribbon® Rack. Recognized by the Industrial Designers Society of America, "for its elegance and simplicity while providing maximum functional security." And recognized by architects everywhere for its striking harmony of form and function. AWARD-WINNING DESIGN The Ribbon® Rack's unusual design makes all other bicycle racks obsolete. Its open configuration saves space and keeps areas orderly. That's because the Ribbon Rack holds twice as many bicycles as conventional racks in the same space. One in each bend, and one on each end. The graceful design without sharp edges or corners prevents people, especially children, from being injured. Its heavy duty, rust-proof galvanized steel makes the Ribbon® Rack durable, maintenance-free and weather-resistant. MAXIMUM SECURITY RIBBON® RACK From its aesthetic form comes the Ribbon® Rack's principal function -- providing maximum security for bicycles. Its heavy gauge, one-piece tubular construction makes the Ribbon® Rack truly theft proof and vandal proof. Its open design allows the bicycle frame and both wheels to be fastened securely and completely upright. The Ribbon® Rack accommodates all size bicycles. Plus, all standard locks and chains, including the popular high-security horseshoe-shaped locks, are easily attached.
LOADING PATTERNS Ribbon® Rack is available in a variety of sizes which will accommodate from 3-13 bikes. IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS COLORS (Painting/Coating) - Painting or coating the rack will result in a maintenance problem, as no coating will withstand the abuse of bicycles. Powder coating cannot be maintenanced; an enamel finish will chip. A A A RIBBON® Rack Co. has the best solution where color is essential. Please see painting instructions MATERIALS - Steel tubing or aluminum are not suitable materials for a bicycle rack. Pre-galvanized material will flake and crack during manufacture. A A A RIBBON® Rack Co. uses heavy-duty steel pipe, hot-dipped galvanized after fabrication to provide security and durability. MANUFACTURE - Hydraulic bending with a mandril, as used by A A A RIBBON® Rack Co., insures smooth and aesthetic curves on The RIBBON® Rack. Press bending leaves an indentation; other methods flatten outer curves and crimp inner curves. 
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS All standard units made from: inground anchor mount (standard) The RIBBON® RACK is available in ASTM A312 SCHEDULE 40 TP 304 stainless steel, satin #4 finish (optional & extra). 
RIBBON® Rack Clearances If mounting rack 'parallel' to a wall, please leave 2½' (feet) from the wall and 4½' (feet) on the other side of the rack for bicycles. If mounting rack 'perpendicular' to a wall, please leave a minimum of 1½' (feet) from the wall as the end counts as a space. RIBBON® Rack Placement Considerations If racks are to be placed in 'parallel,' please allow 12' (feet) on center of spacing between the racks. This permits 4½' (feet) clearance for bicycles on each rack with a 3' (feet) common area in between for ingress and egress. If racks are to be placed in 'series,' please allow a minimum of 2' (feet) on center to achieve maximum rack capacity. Please note: the racks can be placed 1' (foot) on center to achieve a 'continuous' look but will result in a loss of one space as the end position counts as a space. 
1) Measure centerline of end post to centerline of endpost to determine spacing for footing (holes). [For model RB-05, spacing is 3'; RB-07, spacing is 5'; RB-09, spacing is 7'; RB-11, spacing is 9'.] 2) Prepare footings (holes) approximately 8" wide by 12" to 48" deep depending on frost conditions. 3) Use 1½" high wood block for spacing between lower U-bends of rack and the ground. 4) Place anchoring bolts through the holes near the bottom of each end of the rack. 5) Place Ribbon® Rack in prepared holes, making sure lower U-bends are resting on the 1½" high wood block. 6) Pour cement and level rack. 7) Support until dry and remove wood block. RIBBON® Rack Instructions for Painting We recommend using an outdoor spray paint called KRYLON. It comes in a wide variety of colors and can be found in just about any hardware store. Clean surface to be painted with vinegar, removing all dirt, grime, etc. Rinse off, dry up and apply paint directly to galvanized surface. Maintenance when necessary. | ||||||