Multifunctional ground trowel

The multifunctional ground trowel addresses the lack of versatility in conventional spatulas by allowing easy conversion to a smoother or thick trowel and additional functions through interchangeable materials, enhancing adaptability in various work situations.

JP3256572UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-13上谷 隆博
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Patent Information

Application Number
JP2026001695U
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Utility models
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2026-04-22
Publication Date
2026-07-13
Estimated Expiration
2036-04-22

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Conventional spatulas and aprons with integrated spatula functions lack versatility and ease of conversion between different tools, limiting their adaptability in various work situations.

Method used

A multifunctional ground trowel with a storage compartment in the blade portion that allows for easy conversion to a smoother or thick trowel by sliding out and locking mechanisms, and can be used upside down with interchangeable materials for additional functions like a ruler.

Benefits of technology

Enables quick and versatile tool conversion, enhancing adaptability in different work scenarios by providing multiple functionalities with a single device.

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Abstract

This product provides a multi-functional ground trowel that incorporates storage, a smoother, and a thicker trowel attachment, allowing a single tool to perform several functions, thereby improving work efficiency and reducing fatigue. [Solution] The trowel plate 2 portion of the trowel body 1 is fitted with a mounting and storage mechanism, and the smoother or thick trowel body 4 is fixed in place. By pressing the operating hole with a finger and sliding it along the L-shaped or U-shaped hole 3, it is possible to easily and quickly switch from the trowel to the smoother or thick trowel.
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Technical Field

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[0001] This invention relates to a spatula that can be stored in an apron or an apron with a thick spatula.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, there has been a spatula with a spatula blade part made of a material such as polypropylene, and there has also been an apron with two functions of an apron and a spatula. <00000​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

[0006] As described above, the multi-functional ground trowel of this invention has a storage compartment in the trowel blade portion of the ground trowel body, and a smoother or thick trowel can be attached and detached. By simply sliding it out of storage, it is possible to easily convert from a ground trowel to a smoother or thick trowel, and by changing the size and material of the smoother or thick trowel body, it can be used in a variety of work situations. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0007] [Figure 1] Front view showing an embodiment of the multi-functional trowel of the present invention. [Figure 2] Exploded view of the multi-functional spatula and smoother or thick spatula of this invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0008] The trowel body ▲1▼ has an L-shaped or U-shaped hole ▲3▼ for storage and attachment on the trowel plate ▲2▼. The smoother or thick trowel body ▲4▼ is provided with an attachment hole or attachment bolt ▲6▼ and an operation hole ▲10▼. It is attached with a bolt and nut ▲9▼, a washer ▲8▼, and a spring ▲7▼, and fixed with a stiffness that allows for easy sliding. By pressing the operation hole ▲10▼ with a finger, it slides vertically from the storage position along the L-shaped or U-shaped hole ▲3▼ to the position for use, and can be locked by sliding it horizontally. This allows for quick and easy conversion from a trowel to a smoother or thick trowel. Furthermore, the smoother or thick trowel body ▲4▼ can be used upside down, and by changing the material of the blade part ▲5▼ or the material of the body, it can also function as a ruler, making it a multi-functional trowel. The present invention has the configuration described above. [Examples]

[0009] An embodiment will be described below with reference to the attached drawings. ▲1▼ is the main body of the spatula, and there are various types in terms of the size of the spatula board and the shape of the handle, but it is processed to match the size of the spatula board. ▲2▼ is a spatula board with L-shaped or U-shaped sections or holes for storing a smoother or thick spatula. ▲3▼ is an L-shaped or U-shaped hole. The L-shaped hole allows the device to slide vertically from its storage position to the usage position and lock with a horizontal slide. The U-shaped hole is used to provide a locking function even when stored. The shape of the hole should be formed appropriately depending on the size and function of the smoother or other attachments to the spatula board. ▲4▼ is a smoother or thick spatula body that can be integrated with the appropriate material, can be used on both sides, has two functions in one, and can be made multi-functional by combining various materials. It is also possible to process L-shaped or U-shaped holes on the smoother or thick spatula body and process mounting holes on the spatula blade side of the ground spatula. ▲5▼ is the blade part, and by changing the material of the blade part when using the smoother or thick spatula upside down, it has two functions. ▲6▼ is a processing step for fixing the smoother or thick spatula body to the spatula plate portion using mounting holes or mounting bolts. ▲7▼ is used to adjust and fix the smoother or thick spatula to the spatula board using the spring's compressive force, ensuring the correct stiffness. ▲8▼ is a washer that evenly distributes the spring's compressive force to the smoother or thick spatula body across the entire washer. ▲9▼ is used to secure the smoother or thick spatula body to the spatula board with bolts and nuts. ▲10▼ is an operating hole, used to slide the smoother or thick spatula body while pressing it with your finger. [Explanation of symbols]

[0010] ▲1▼ Ground trowel main body ▲2▼ Spatula board ▲3▼ L-shaped or U-shaped hole ▲4▼ Smoother or thick spatula body ▲5▼ Blade part ▲6▼ Mounting holes or mounting bolts ▲7▼ Sprung ▲8▼ Washer ▲9▼ Bolts and nuts ▲10▼ Operation hole

Claims

1. This invention provides a storage function for the spatula plate portion of the main body ▲1▼, and the smoother or thick spatula body ▲4▼ has mounting holes or mounting bolts ▲6▼. The body is attached and secured with bolts and nuts ▲9▼, washers ▲8▼, and springs ▲7▼, and is in close contact with the spatula plate portion ▲2▼. It can be moved from the storage position to the usage position by vertical sliding through the operation hole ▲10▼, and can be locked by sliding horizontally.

2. The function can be changed by using the smoother or thick spatula body ▲4▼ upside down. The multi-functional plow according to claim 1, characterized in that a single plow has several functions by changing the material of the blade portion ▲5▼ and the material of the main body to various types.