Device for storing compost

Abstract

Device (1) for composting organic material, comprising a void and a lateral perimeter, wherein the lateral perimeter surrounds the void, wherein the lateral perimeter comprises at least a first side part (2), a second side part (5) and a first corner part (7), wherein the first corner part (7) comprises a first profile and first bolts (11), wherein the first bolts (11) are arranged on the first profile, wherein a first end region of the first side part (2) is arranged in a first corner region of the lateral perimeter adjacent to a first end region of the second side part (5), wherein a first hole is arranged in the first end region of the first side part (2) and in the first end region of the second side part (5), wherein the first bolts (11) are passed through the first holes and can be removed from the first holes without damage.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for composting organic material according to claim 1. Such a device can also be called a composter.

[0002] Such devices are used to store compostable material, which is composted during storage through the action of oxygen and living organisms such as insects and bacteria.

[0003] German patent DE 3 240 575 A1 discloses a cubic garden composter made of self-rigid steel wire mesh welded at the nodes, with a rectangular base. The device has at least one pivoting side panel, which is hinged to a fixed wall element by means of rings, while the opposite vertical edge is releasably locked by a locking bar. The locking bar is guided through a row of edge meshes of the adjacent side panel, which is bent at approximately 90° in a roof-like manner, to achieve a stable, positive fit. To ensure dimensional stability and reclosability under load, the fixed side panels are connected to each other by horizontal tension bands, which retain the compost material and thus minimize pressure-induced deformation of the pivoting segments.

[0004] In contrast, the present invention aims to create a device that is easier to assemble.

[0005] This problem is solved by a device according to claim 1. Embodiments of the invention are specified in the dependent claims.

[0006] The device comprises a hollow space and a side frame. The side frame surrounds the hollow space. The hollow space can be used to store organic material intended for composting.

[0007] The side frame comprises at least a first side panel, a second side panel, and a first corner panel. The first corner panel includes a first profile and first bolts. The first bolts are located on the first profile. It is particularly possible that the first bolts are attached to the first profile. For example, the first bolts can be welded to the first profile.

[0008] In a first corner area of ​​the side frame, a first end area of ​​the first side panel is arranged adjacent to a first end area of ​​the second side panel. In this description, the term "adjacent" means, in particular, that the adjacent components are arranged so close to each other that they can be attached to one another. It is not absolutely necessary for the components to be in direct contact with each other.

[0009] A first hole is located in the first end section of both the first and second side sections. The first bolts pass through these holes and can be removed from them without damage. In this context, "without damage" means, in particular, that no component of the device is damaged and permanent connections are not destroyed. Detachable connections can, of course, be loosened. The first and second side sections are thus fastened to each other via the corner piece, with the first bolts protruding through the holes and positioned against the first profile.

[0010] Since the first bolts can be removed from the first holes, the first and second side panels can be easily separated. The same applies to assembly: by inserting the first bolts through the first holes, the first and second side panels can be attached to each other.

[0011] It is particularly possible that the first bolts can be removed from the first holes without tools. In this case, the assembly and disassembly of the device are especially easy.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the invention, the lateral perimeter can comprise a second corner element. The second corner element comprises a second profile and second bolts. The second bolts can be arranged on the second profile. It is possible that the second bolts are attached to the second profile, for example by a weld.

[0013] In a second corner area of ​​the side frame, a second end area of ​​the first side panel can be arranged adjacent to a second end area of ​​the second side panel. A second hole can be arranged in both the second end area of ​​the first side panel and the second end area of ​​the second side panel. The second bolts can be passed through these second holes and removed from them non-destructively, in particular without tools.

[0014] In this embodiment, the first and second side panels can be attached to each other at the first and second corners, respectively. Preferably, the side frame can have two further corners, each of which can be part of one of the side panels. In this case, the cross-sectional area of ​​the interior could be rectangular.

[0015] In this embodiment, the entire side frame could be assembled by inserting the first bolts through the first holes and the second bolts through the second holes. Disassembly would be similarly easy.

[0016] According to one embodiment of the invention, the side parts can each comprise a first side element, a second side element, and a hinge. The first side element and the second side element can each be connected to each other via the hinge. The first side element and the second side element can each be pivotable relative to each other.

[0017] In this embodiment, a side frame with a rectangular cross-sectional area can be mounted particularly easily. Furthermore, the device is especially easy to transport, as the side parts can be stacked on top of each other while the side elements abut each other.

[0018] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first side element of the first side part can comprise the first end region of the first side part. The second side element of the first side part can comprise the second end region of the first side part.

[0019] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first side element of the second side part can comprise the first end region of the second side part. The second side element of the second side part can comprise the second end region of the second side part.

[0020] According to one embodiment of the invention, the side parts can be attached to each other exclusively by means of the corner parts. In this embodiment, the number of corner parts can correspond to the number of side parts.

[0021] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first holes can be arranged, in particular exclusively, on the upper side of the side rim. For the purposes of this description, "upper side" refers specifically to the side of the side rim that faces upwards during the intended use of the device. This is advantageous for attaching the side parts to each other on the upper side. A different, identical, or similar method of attaching the side parts to each other can be provided on the underside.

[0022] It is possible that the second set of holes, particularly exclusively, are located on the upper side of the side frame. This is also advantageous for attaching the side panels to each other at the top.

[0023] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first holes can be arranged on either the upper or lower side of the lateral rim. For the purposes of this description, the lower side is understood to be the side of the lateral rim that faces downwards during the intended use of the device. It is particularly possible that at least two first holes are arranged on the upper side and two first holes on the lower side.

[0024] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first bolts can be inserted through the first holes in a perpendicular direction. This simplifies the assembly and disassembly of the device. It is also possible for the second bolts to be inserted through the second holes in a perpendicular direction.

[0025] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first corner part can have a hook element that engages the first side part at its first end region and the second side part at its first end region. The hook element can, for example, have a base body, a first web, and a second web. A first gap can be located between the base body and the first web. A second gap can be located between the base body and the second web. The first web and the second web can merge into one another. Furthermore, the base body can be connected to the first and second webs via a connecting section. This connecting section can be arranged between the first and second gaps and separate the first gap from the second gap.

[0026] It is possible for a section of the first end of the first side panel to be positioned in the first open space. It is also possible for a section of the first end of the second side panel to be positioned in the second open space. In this way, the first and second side panels can be attached to each other.

[0027] According to one embodiment of the invention, the hook element can be arranged in a lower region of the first corner part. It is also possible for a further hook element, similar or identical in design to the hook element mentioned above, to be arranged in a lower region of the second corner part. Arranging the hook element in the lower region is particularly advantageous if the first holes and / or the second holes are located on the upper side of the side frame. In this case, the side parts are stably connected to each other at both the top and bottom.

[0028] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first side part can have a first insertion slot in an upper part of its first end region. The second side part can have a second insertion slot in an upper part of its first end region. The hook element can be inserted through the first and second insertion slots and thus detached from the side parts. This can particularly mean that, for example, during assembly of the device, the hook element is inserted through the insertion slots to fasten the side parts together. The insertion slots thus simplify the assembly and disassembly of the device.

[0029] During assembly, for example, the first prong of the hook element can be guided through the first insertion slot, while simultaneously the second prong of the hook element can be guided through the second insertion slot. By then sliding the entire first corner piece with the hook element downwards until the first bolts pass through the first holes, the side pieces can be securely and easily attached to each other.

[0030] According to one embodiment of the invention, the side parts can each comprise a frame and expanded metal. The expanded metal can be arranged within and attached to the frame. It is particularly possible for the expanded metal to be welded to the frame. The corner parts can, for example, be attached to the frame. The frame can, for example, have the first holes or the second holes. It is also possible for the frame to have the first end region and / or the second end region.

[0031] According to one embodiment of the invention, the corner parts can be detached from the side parts without tools.

[0032] According to one embodiment of the invention, the first profile can extend over more than three-quarters of the height of the side panels in the first corner region. In particular, it is possible for the first profile to extend over more than 90% of the height of the side panels or even over the entire height of the side panels in the first corner region. In this way, the side panels can be connected to each other with exceptional stability.

[0033] According to one embodiment of the invention, the second profile can extend over more than three-quarters of the height of the side panels in the second corner region. In particular, it is possible for the second profile to extend over more than 90% of the height of the side panels in the second corner region, or even over the entire height of the side panels. In this way, the side panels can be connected to each other with exceptional stability.

[0034] In the assembly method according to one embodiment of the invention, the hook element is guided through the insertion slots. The first corner section is then moved downwards. During this movement, the hook element engages the first side section at its first end region and the second side section at its first end region. In particular, it is possible for the hook element to be guided such that the first end region of the first side section is guided in the first clearance and the first end region of the second side section is guided in the second clearance. The first bolts are then inserted through the first holes.

[0035] Further features and advantages of exemplary embodiments of the invention are described below with reference to the drawings. The same reference numerals are used for identical or similar parts and for parts with identical or similar functions. The drawings show: Fig. 1 a schematic isometric view of a device according to an embodiment of the invention; Fig. 2 a schematic isometric view of a section of an upper corner area of ​​a device according to an embodiment of the invention; Fig. 3 a schematic isometric view of a section of a lower corner area of ​​a device according to an embodiment of the invention; Fig. 4 a schematic isometric view of a with D in Fig. 1 designated section of the device from Fig. 1; and Fig. 5 a schematic isometric view of a with C in Fig. 1 designated section of the device from Fig. 1.

[0036] It is not necessary for a device according to the invention to have all the features described below. It is also possible for a device according to the invention to have only individual features of an embodiment described below.

[0037] The device 1 comprises a first side part 2, a second side part 5, a first corner part 7 and a second corner part 8. The first side part 2 comprises a first side element 3 and a second side element 4. The second side part 5 comprises a first side element 6 and a second side element 10.

[0038] All side elements 3, 4, 6 and 10 have a frame and expanded metal 9 attached to the frame. For the sake of clarity, in Fig. Figure 1, however, shows only a small part of the expanded metal 9. The side sections 2 and 5, together with their side elements 3, 4, 6, and 10, form a lateral border around a void. Organic material to be composted can be stored in this void. The expanded metal 9 allows oxygen to reach the organic material through the lateral border.

[0039] The first side element 3 of the first side panel 2 is attached to the first side element 6 of the second side panel 5 by means of the first corner piece 7. The second side element 4 of the first side panel 2 is attached to the second side element 10 of the second side panel 5 by means of the second corner piece 8.

[0040] During the Fig. 2 and Fig. In the embodiment shown in Figure 3, the first corner piece 7 comprises a first profile and four first bolts 11. A first hole is arranged on the upper side of the first side element 3 of the first side piece 2, on the lower side of the first side element 3 of the first side piece 2, on the upper side of the first side element 6 of the second side piece 5, and on the lower side of the first side element 6 of the second side piece 5. The first bolts 11 pass through the first holes. In this way, the two side pieces 2 and 5 are firmly connected to each other by means of the first corner piece 7. The profile of the first corner piece 7 extends over the entire height of the first side elements 3 and 6.

[0041] During assembly, the first bolts 11 are inserted from above through the first holes, so that the weight of the first corner piece 7 holds them in place. During disassembly, the first corner piece 7 can simply be lifted, allowing the first bolts 11 to be removed from the holes. This separates the first side elements 3 and 6.

[0042] Furthermore, the second side element 4 of the first side panel 2 is attached to the second side element 10 of the second side panel 5 via the second corner piece 8 in the same manner. The entire device can therefore be disassembled by simply lifting the first corner piece 7 and the second corner piece 8 to detach the first side panel 2 from the second side panel 5.

[0043] The first side element 3 of the first side panel 2 is pivotally connected to the second side element 4 of the first side panel 2 via a hinge. Furthermore, the first side element 6 of the second side panel 5 is pivotally connected to the second side element 10 of the second side panel 5 via a hinge. This simplifies the transport of the device 1. For transport, side panels 2 and 5 can be folded together, and side elements 3, 4, 5, and 10 can be stacked on top of each other. This allows the device 1 to be stored compactly in a single package.

[0044] During the Fig. 1, Fig. 4 and Fig. In the device shown in Figure 5, the fastening of the first side element 3 of the first side part 2 to the first side element 6 of the second side part 5 differs from that shown in the Fig. 2 and Fig.3. The first fastening method is shown. Holes are also arranged on the upper side of the lateral edge, through which the first bolts 11 are passed. The first bolts 11 can, for example, be welded to the first profile.

[0045] However, the fastening of the first corner piece 7 in the lower area to the first side elements 3 and 6 differs. Instead of bolts, a hook element 12 is used on the underside to fasten the first side element 3 of the first side piece 2 to the first side element 6 of the second side piece 5.

[0046] The hook element 12 comprises a base body 15, a first web 14, and a second web 13. A first clearance is arranged between the base body 15 and the first web 14. A second clearance is arranged between the base body 15 and the second web 13. The base body 15 is connected to the first web 14 and the second web 13 via a connecting section. The first web 14 and the second web 13 merge seamlessly into one another.

[0047] A section of the first end region of the first side panel 2 is positioned in the first recess. A section of the first end region of the second side panel 5 is positioned in the second recess. Since the profile limits the movement of the side panels 2 and 5, the sections cannot be moved out of the recesses. In this way, the side panels 2 and 5 are reliably fastened to each other in the lower area by the hook element 12 and the profile.

[0048] For the assembly and disassembly of the device 1, the first side elements 3 and 6 each have an insertion slot in their upper region through which the webs 13 and 14 of the hook element 12 can be guided. During assembly, the webs 13 and 14 are thus guided through the insertion slots. The corner piece 7 is then moved downwards so that the hook element engages a portion of the first side elements 3 and 6. During disassembly, the corner piece can be moved upwards so that the webs 13 and 14 are again guided through the insertion slots and the corner piece 7 can be detached from the first side elements 3 and 6.

[0049] This is a particularly simple and safe way of attaching the first side elements 3 and 6 to each other. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] DE 3 240 575 A1

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Claims

[1] Device (1) for composting organic material, comprising a void and a lateral perimeter, wherein the lateral perimeter surrounds the void, wherein the lateral perimeter comprises at least a first side part (2), a second side part (5) and a first corner part (7), wherein the first corner part (7) comprises a first profile and first bolts (11), wherein the first bolts (11) are arranged on the first profile, wherein a first end region of the first side part (2) is arranged in a first corner region of the lateral perimeter adjacent to a first end region of the second side part (5), wherein a first hole is arranged in the first end region of the first side part (2) and in the first end region of the second side part (5), wherein the first bolts (11) are passed through the first holes and can be removed from the first holes without damage. [2] Device (1) according to claim 1, characterized by, that the lateral perimeter comprises a second corner part (8), wherein the second corner part (8) comprises a second profile and second bolts, wherein the second bolts are arranged on the second profile, wherein a second end region of the first side part (2) is arranged in a second corner region of the lateral perimeter adjacent to a second end region of the second side part (5), wherein a second hole is arranged in the second end region of the first side part (2) and in the second end region of the second side part (5), wherein the second bolts are passed through the second holes and can be removed from the second holes without damage. [3] Device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the side parts (2; 5) each comprise a first side element (3; 6), a second side element (4; 10) and a hinge, wherein the first side element (3; 6) and the second side element (4; 10) are each connected to each other via the hinge, wherein the first side element (3; 6) and the second side element (4; 10) are each pivotable relative to each other. [4] Device (1) according to the previous claim, characterized by , that the first side element (3) of the first side part (2) includes the first end area of ​​the first side part (2), wherein the second side element (3) of the first side part (2) includes the second end area of ​​the first side part (2). [5] Device (1) according to one of the two preceding claims, characterized by, that the first side element (6) of the second side part (5) comprises the first end area of ​​the second side part (5), wherein the second side element (10) of the second side part (5) comprises the second end area of ​​the second side part (5). [6] Device (1) according to any one of the preceding four claims, characterized by , that the side parts (2; 5) are attached to each other exclusively by means of the corner parts (7; 8). [7] Device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by that the first holes are located on the top side of the lateral rim. [8] Device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized by that the first holes are located both on the top side of the lateral perimeter and on the bottom side of the lateral perimeter. [9] Device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the first bolts (11) are passed through the first holes in a perpendicular direction. [10] Device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the first corner part (7) has a hook element (12) that engages the first side part (2) in its first end area and the second side part (5) in its first end area, [11] Device (1) according to the previous claim, characterized by , that the hook element (12) is arranged in a lower area of ​​the first corner part (7). [12] Device (1) according to one of the two preceding claims, characterized by, that the first side part (2) has a first insertion slot in an upper part of its first end region, wherein the second side part (5) has a second insertion slot in an upper part of its first end region, wherein the hook element (12) can be passed through the first and the second insertion slots and can thus be detached from the side parts (2; 5). [13] Device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the side parts (2; 5) each comprise a frame and expanded metal (9), wherein the expanded metal (9) is arranged in the frame and attached to the frame. [14] Device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the corner parts (7; 8) can be detached from the side parts (2; 5) without tools. [15] Device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the first profile extends over more than three quarters of the height of the side parts (2; 5) in the first corner area. [16] Device (1) according to any one of claims 2 to 15, characterized by , that the second profile extends over more than three quarters of the height of the side parts (2; 5) in the second corner area.

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