🔗 Connection System - Visual Guide
💡 Key Point: The structure has a PINE WOOD back wall and two ALUMINUM FRAME side walls with perspex panels. These connect together using hinges and locks.
Structure Layout - Top View
SIDE WALL
Aluminum Frame + Perspex
BACK WALL
Pine Wood
"BEE HAPPY"
SIDE WALL
Aluminum Frame + Perspex
Front is OPEN (no wall or door)
Connection Method 1: Piano Hinges (Permanent)
Purpose: Connect pine back wall to aluminum side walls
📍 Location: Full vertical height on each side of back wall (2 hinges total)
How Piano Hinges Work:
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FOLDED FLAT
For transport
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UNFOLDED 90°
Ready to lock
🔧 Installation:
- One hinge leaf screwed to pine back wall edge
- Other hinge leaf bolted to aluminum side frame
- Continuous hinge runs full wall height (~2m)
- Use stainless steel screws/bolts for durability
✅ Advantages: Fastest setup, no loose parts, folds completely flat, strong connection
Connection Method 2: Cam Lock System (Quick Release)
Purpose: Lock walls at 90° angle when erected
📍 Location: Top and bottom corners where back wall meets side walls (4-6 locks total)
UNLOCKED
Cam bolt horizontal
Panels can fold
⟲ 90°
LOCKED
Cam bolt vertical
Panels held at 90°
TOOL NEEDED
Allen key (hex wrench)
Usually 5mm or 6mm
🔧 How to Use Cam Locks:
- Unfold walls: Open side panels from back wall to 90°
- Align holes: Match up pre-drilled cam lock holes in both panels
- Insert cam bolt: Push bolt through both panels
- Lock: Insert Allen key and rotate 90° clockwise
- Test: Try to move panels - should be rigid
Cam Lock Placement:
🔒 Top of left corner (back-to-side)
🔒 Bottom of left corner (back-to-side)
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🔒 Top of right corner (back-to-side)
🔒 Bottom of right corner (back-to-side)
Connection Method 3: Roof Mounting
Purpose: Secure pine roof to wall structure
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Hook Clips
Hook over wall frame, under roof edge
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Toggle Clamps
Quick-release lever system
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Wing Bolt Clips
Hand-tighten, no tools needed
📍 Clip Placement: 6-8 clips around perimeter (2-3 per wall edge)
Connection Summary
STEP 1
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Hinges allow unfolding
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STEP 2
🔒 × 4
Cam locks hold 90°
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STEP 3
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Roof clips secure top
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READY!
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Stable structure
⚠️ Critical Connection Points:
- All cam locks must be fully rotated 90° and tight
- Piano hinges should move smoothly without binding
- Roof clips must grip both roof and wall frame
- Check connections before each use
🔨 Step-by-Step Assembly
⏱️ Time Required: 30-45 minutes with 2 people
1
Position Base Platform
Place wooden base on level ground, laminated flooring facing up. Orient with open front toward desired direction.
2
Unfold Wall Panels
The three walls are hinged together and fold flat for transport.
- Lay folded wall assembly flat on base
- Pine back wall is in the middle
- Aluminum side walls fold outward via piano hinges
- Person 1 holds back wall stable
- Person 2 unfolds each side wall to 90°
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3
Lock Corners with Cam Locks
Secure each corner where back wall meets side walls.
- Align pre-drilled holes at each corner (top & bottom)
- Insert cam bolt through holes in both panels
- Insert Allen key into cam mechanism
- Rotate 90° clockwise until tight
- Repeat for all 4-6 cam locks
- Test rigidity - panels should not move
⚠️ Important: Ensure panels are at exact 90° angle before locking. Use a square or measure diagonal distances to verify.
4
Secure Walls to Base
Attach wall assembly to wooden base platform using brackets or bolts at the bottom of each wall panel.
- Use spirit level to check walls are vertical
- Tighten all base connections firmly
5
Install Roof Panel
REQUIRES 2 PEOPLE - Roof is heavy and awkward to handle.
- Both people lift pine roof panel from opposite sides
- Ensure bee statue faces forward (open front)
- Position roof on top of all three walls
- Adjust for even overhang on all sides
- Attach roof clips around perimeter:
- 2-3 clips on back wall edge
- 2 clips on each side wall edge
- Hook clips over wall frames and under roof edge
- Tighten or lock each clip
- Verify roof is stable and won't shift
6
Anchor Structure
Prevent movement and tipping.
- Outdoor/Grass: Hammer ground stakes through base corners into earth
- Indoor/Hard Surface: Place sandbags or water weights at base corners
- Test stability by gently pushing structure
7
Position Display Items
- Place display tables inside structure
- Position honeycomb flower display
- Arrange for good customer flow
8
Final Safety Check
✅ Checklist before opening:
- All cam locks fully engaged and tight
- Roof clips secure on all sides
- Structure doesn't wobble when pushed
- Base is level and stable
- No sharp edges exposed
- Perspex panels clean and intact
- Ground stakes fully inserted (if outdoor)
🎉 Assembly Complete! Your Bee Pop-Up Store is ready for business. Stock your products and welcome customers!
Disassembly (Reverse Order)
Clear displays
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Remove stakes
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Unclip roof
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Unlock cam locks
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Fold panels flat
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Load for transport
⏱️ Disassembly Time: 20-30 minutes
Store folded panels flat to prevent warping. Keep all hardware in labeled bags.
📋 Overview & Specifications
Structure Design
The Bee Pop-Up Store is a three-walled portable retail structure featuring:
- Pine wood back wall - Solid, paintable surface with "BEE HAPPY" branding
- Aluminum frame side walls - Lightweight frames holding yellow-tinted perspex panels
- Pine wood roof - Waterproof-coated with decorative bee statue
- Open front - No wall or door for easy customer access
- Wooden base - Laminated flooring provides stable foundation
Key Specifications
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Dimensions
~2m (W) × 1.5m (D) × 2m (H)
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Weight
~35-40 kg fully assembled
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Setup Time
30-45 minutes (2 people)
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Transport
Folds flat for truck bed
Design Features
✨ Portability: Piano hinge system allows panels to fold completely flat. No loose panels to track.
⚡ Quick Setup: Cam lock system provides tool-assisted but fast corner locking (90° rotation).
💪 Durability: Aluminum frames are lightweight but strong. Pine wood components resist wear.
☔ Weather Resistant: Waterproof roof coating protects from rain. Structure can withstand moderate weather.
🎨 Visual Appeal: Honeycomb patterns, bee statue, and yellow-tinted perspex create instant brand recognition.
Safety Guidelines
⚠️ Always Follow These Rules:
- Never attempt solo assembly - requires 2 people minimum
- Wear work gloves when handling aluminum and wood
- Work on level ground only
- Don't set up in winds exceeding 40 km/h (25 mph)
- Always anchor structure with stakes or weights
- Inspect all connections before each use
- Don't overload roof with additional weight
- Disassemble if severe weather is forecast
What Makes This System Work
The Connection Strategy
The structure uses a hybrid connection system that balances portability with stability:
PERMANENT CONNECTIONS
Piano hinges keep panels together during transport and storage. No loose parts.
REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS
Cam locks and roof clips allow quick assembly/disassembly while providing rigid structure.
This means:
- ✅ Walls unfold as one unit (hinges)
- ✅ Corners lock rigid at 90° (cam locks)
- ✅ Roof attaches/detaches quickly (clips)
- ✅ Everything folds flat for transport (hinges again)
Troubleshooting
Structure Wobbles
→ Tighten all cam locks
→ Check ground is level
→ Add more stakes/weights
Panels Won't Lock at 90°
→ Check hinge alignment
→ Verify cam holes aligned
→ Clean debris from locks
Roof Doesn't Sit Flush
→ Verify 90° wall angles
→ Check walls are same height
→ Adjust clip positions
Hinges Stiff/Squeaky
→ Apply silicone lubricant
→ Work back and forth
→ Check for bent pins
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Need Help?
Contact support if you have questions about assembly or need replacement parts.
📧 support@beepopup.com | 📞 [Your phone number]