Bed rails

Abstract

bed rails, featuring a base (10), a first wing (12) that can be pivoted relative to the base (10) between a transport position and a working position, a second wing (14) which can be pivoted relative to the base (10) between a transport position and a working position, and a bed support (16) which extends perpendicular to the base (10) in a working position, characterized by that the first wing (12) and the second wing (14) are arranged on different sides in the transport position with respect to the base (10).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a bed rail comprising a base, a first wing pivotable relative to the base between a transport position and a working position, a second wing pivotable relative to the base between a transport position and a working position, and a bed support which extends perpendicular to the base in a working position.

[0002] Suitable bed rails are generally known.

[0003] Both wings are positioned on the inside of the base in the transport position and folded inwards. The wingtips meet at a central point on the base. To allow the wings to be folded together and not obstruct each other, they are no more than half the size of the base.

[0004] The disadvantage is that the length of the bed rail can only be reduced by half in the transport position compared to the working position.

[0005] It is therefore an object of the invention to create a bed rail which has a small transport size compared to the working position.

[0006] This problem is solved by the object with the features of an independent claim.

[0007] The term "bed rail" is broadly defined and includes, for example, any type of railing and / or frame, with or without a cover. Besides the frame, the bed rail does not necessarily have to have additional support bars, such as crossbars and / or longitudinal bars, although this is generally possible.

[0008] The bed rail is designed to prevent a child from falling out of bed.

[0009] The bed rail according to the invention has a base, preferably a fixed and / or rigid one.

[0010] In a working position where the bed rail is mounted on a bed, the base extends perpendicular to the lying surface of the bed.

[0011] The bed rail has a first wing that can be pivoted, e.g. by 180°, relative to the base between a transport position and a working position.

[0012] Furthermore, the bed rail has a second wing that can be pivoted, e.g. by 180°, relative to the base between a transport position and a working position.

[0013] In the transport position, the wings are folded in, resulting in a compact size for transport and / or storage. In the working position, however, the wings are unfolded, securing the bed over a greater length.

[0014] The bed rail has a bed support which extends perpendicular to the base in a working position.

[0015] In its working position, the bed bracket is held by / attached to the bed. For example, the bed bracket is slid under a mattress. Optionally, the bed bracket can be fixed to the slatted frame, e.g., using straps and / or ropes.

[0016] Preferably, the bed rail may be made of or consist of a metal, plastic and / or wood material.

[0017] In the transport position, the first wing and the second wing are positioned on opposite sides relative to the base.

[0018] The first wing, the base, and the second wing are folded together in a Z-shape.

[0019] For example, the first wing can be located at the front of the base and the second wing at the back of the base.

[0020] Because the wings are positioned on opposite sides of the base, a smaller transport size can be achieved compared to the working position. For example, the bed rail can be folded down to 1 / 3 of its unfolded length, e.g., to 0.4 m from an original length of 1.2 m.

[0021] Further developments of the invention can also be found in the dependent claims, the description and the accompanying drawings.

[0022] According to one embodiment, the bed support is adjustable relative to the base, preferably pivotable, e.g. by 90°.

[0023] This allows the bed support to be folded up and the transport dimensions reduced.

[0024] In addition to swiveling, a plug connection is also conceivable, for example.

[0025] Preferably, the wings, base, and bed support are designed as a single, integrated component. This facilitates, for example, transport.

[0026] According to another embodiment, the base, the first wing, the second wing and / or the bed support are arranged one behind the other in a transport position.

[0027] In the transport position, this results in a sandwich-like structure.

[0028] Preferably, the base, the first wing, the second wing and / or the bed support can be at least substantially identical.

[0029] According to another embodiment, the base, the first wing and the second wing have at least substantially the same area, i.e., they are preferably the same size.

[0030] In this way, a minimum transport dimension is achieved with maximum length in the working position.

[0031] According to another embodiment, the first wing and / or the second wing is connected to the base via at least one pivot joint.

[0032] Preferably, two pivot joints are provided for each wing, e.g. one at an upper area and one at a lower area.

[0033] According to another embodiment, the swivel joint has a locking device which prevents unintentional swiveling.

[0034] The wings are thus securely fastened in the working position and / or the transport position.

[0035] According to another embodiment, the locking device has a pre-tensioning device, preferably a spring, and / or a locking pin.

[0036] For example, the pivot joint can be pulled upwards for adjustment. This overcomes the force of the tensioning device. A groove can then be disengaged from the locking pin. The sash can now be adjusted, e.g., by 90° or 180°. In the desired position, the pivot joint can then be pulled downwards over the tensioning device. Another groove can then be engaged with the locking pin.

[0037] All aspects, embodiments, and features of the invention described herein can be combined with one another, preferably also independently of the specific embodiment in which they are mentioned. Preferably, all subject matter of the dependent claims can be combined with each other and with the subject matter of the independent claim.

[0038] It is generally noted that terms like "ein" (a) and "eine" (a / an) do not necessarily mean "exactly one" or "exactly one," although this is also possible. The terms "ein" and "eine" can therefore be understood as "at least one" or "exactly one." The use of the singular preferably includes the possibility of the components being plural, and vice versa.

[0039] It is noted that "vorzugsweise" and "bevorzugt" can be translated as "preferably" in English. A feature introduced by "vorzugsweise" or "bevorzugt" is purely optional, can be omitted, and does not constitute a limitation, for example, of claims.

[0040] The invention is described below by way of example with reference to the drawings. The drawings show: Fig. 1 a perspective view of an embodiment of a bed rail according to the invention in a working position, Fig. 2 a sectional view of the bed rail according to Fig. 1, Fig. 3 a perspective view of the bed rail according to Fig. 1 with a reference, Fig. 4 a perspective view of the bed rail according to Fig. 1 during the transition from the working position to a transport position, Fig. 5 a perspective view of the bed rail according to Fig. 1 in the transport position, Fig. 6 Perspective views of embodiments of pivot joints of a bed rail according to the invention, and Fig. 7 a sectional view of an embodiment of a pivot joint of a bed rail according to the invention.

[0041] It should first be noted that the embodiments shown are purely exemplary. Individual features can be implemented not only in the combination shown, but also individually or in other technically feasible combinations. For example, the features of one embodiment can be combined with features of another embodiment as desired. Optionally, the wings and / or the base can have additional longitudinal and / or transverse struts.

[0042] If a figure contains a reference numeral that is not explained in the immediately associated descriptive text, reference is made to the corresponding preceding or subsequent explanations in the figure description. Thus, the same reference numerals are used for identical or comparable components in the figures and are not explained again.

[0043] Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 2 each shows a bed rail comprising a base 10, a first wing 12 which can be pivoted relative to the base 10 and a second wing 14 which can be pivoted relative to the base 10.

[0044] The first wing 12 and the second wing 14 are connected laterally to the base 10 via pivot joints 15.

[0045] Furthermore, the bed rail has a bed support 16 which, in the working position shown, extends perpendicularly to the base 10,

[0046] Preferably, the bed support 16 can be designed to be height-adjustable relative to the base 10. For example, lugs 18 can engage in recesses 20. The lugs 18 can be actuated, for example, by means of sliders 22.

[0047] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the bed rail can optionally have a cover 24.

[0048] In Fig. 4 the first wing 12 and the second wing 14 are swung in.

[0049] In this transport position, the first wing 12 and the second wing 14 are arranged on different sides with respect to the base 10.

[0050] As in Fig. If base 5 is shown, base 10 can also be swivelled.

[0051] This results in a small packing size in the transport position.

[0052] Fig. Figure 6 finally shows detailed views of the swivel joints 15.

[0053] First, an upper and a lower pivot joint 15 (shown on the left) can be secured via a locking pin 26 of a locking device 28.

[0054] To unlock, the wings 12, 14 can be pulled upwards. A groove 30 is thereby disengaged from the locking pin 26 (shown in the middle).

[0055] Wing 12, 14 can now be adjusted (shown on the right).

[0056] In the desired position, a further groove 30 can be engaged with the locking pin 26. The wing 12, 14 is thus secured again and cannot be unintentionally adjusted.

[0057] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 7, the locking device 28 can have a preload device designed as a spring 32.

[0058] This pre-tensioning device 32 ensures that the wing 12, 14 is always pulled downwards and that a force must be applied to disengage the groove 30 from the locking pin 26. Reference symbol list 10 Base 12 first wing 14 second wing 15 Swivel joint 16 Bed bracket 18 Nose 20 recesses 22 sliders 24 reference 26 Locking pin 28 Locking device 30 Nut 32 Spring, preload device

Claims

[1] Bed rails, featuring a base (10), a first wing (12) that can be pivoted relative to the base (10) between a transport position and a working position, a second wing (14) which can be pivoted relative to the base (10) between a transport position and a working position, and a bed support (16) which extends perpendicular to the base (10) in a working position, characterized by , that the first wing (12) and the second wing (14) are arranged on different sides in the transport position with respect to the base (10). [2] Bed rail according to claim 1, characterized by that the bed support (16) is adjustable relative to the base (10), preferably swiveling. [3] Bed rail according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by, that the base (10), the first wing (12), the second wing (14) and / or the bed support (16) are arranged one behind the other in a transport position. [4] Bed rail according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the base (10), the first wing (12) and the second wing (14) have at least substantially the same area. [5] Bed rail according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the first wing (12) and / or the second wing (14) is connected to the base (10) via at least one pivot joint (15). [6] Bed rail according to claim 5, characterized by , that the pivot joint (15) has a locking device (28) which prevents unintentional pivoting. [7] Bed rail according to claim 6, characterized by that the locking device (28) has a preloading device (32), preferably a spring, and / or a locking pin (28).

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