A space frame support structure for highway signs comprises upper and lower chord
members; a plurality of weld-free, single-cast connectors attached to and spaced
along the respective length of the chord members; a plurality of diagonal members
disposed between the upper and lower chord members in a series of "V"-shaped configuration
connected end-to-end, each diagonal member forming a leg of a respective "V". Each
leg including a bottom end portion and a top end portion. The bottom end portion
is attached to a respective connector attached to the lower chord member. The top
end portion is connected to another connector attached to the upper chord member.
A plurality of pins are carried by each connector to secure each connector to the
upper or lower chord member and to the respective bottom or top end portions of
the diagonal members.
