container

Abstract

A container includes a base and a top cover. The base has a bottom wall and an annular wall. The annular wall has two opposing first wall portions, one of which has at least one protruding latch and the other has at least one insertion seat. The top cover has a hinged plate corresponding to the protruding latch and an insert corresponding to the insertion seat. The insert has a guide slope so that the insert can be quickly and accurately inserted into the insertion seat during assembly. The hinged plate has a slot, a pointed end, and a stop strip so that it can be stably engaged with the protruding latch, thereby achieving the effects of assembly efficiency, ease of operation, and structural stability.

Description

container Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a container. Prior Technology

[0002] Taiwan has a well-developed screw and nut industry, with a large volume of products exported. To facilitate end-consumers, a reversible box structure is often used during transportation to hold a large number of screws or nuts. After the first closing, consumers do not need to completely separate the entire top cover from the base; they only need to repeatedly open a portion of the top cover to access the contents.

[0003] The main assembly and closing action of this boxed structure actually occurs during the manufacturing stage. Specifically, after a sufficient number of screws and nuts are inserted into the base, the operator needs to place the top cover on the base. This closing action is mainly accomplished by the interlocking of the plug and socket. The smoothness and convenience of the interlocking directly affect the shipping efficiency. Although the existing structure already has basic storage and opening functions, there are still some areas for improvement in the assembly process. For example, the alignment of the plug and socket is not easy, and operators need to spend time precisely aligning them to insert them smoothly; in addition, the plug lacks a proper guide structure, which can easily cause damage to the plug or hook due to angular deviation, thereby affecting product yield and assembly efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to improve at least one of the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0005] The present invention provides a container including a base and a top cover. The base has a bottom wall and an annular wall. The annular wall has two opposing first wall portions, one of which has at least one protruding latch and the other of which has at least one insertion base. The top cover has a lifting plate corresponding to the protruding latch and an insert corresponding to the insertion base. The insert has a guide slope.

[0006] The advantage of this new design is that, thanks to the guide bevel design on the insert, it allows for quick and accurate insertion into the socket without precise alignment during assembly, greatly improving factory assembly efficiency. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0007] Other features and effects of this novel invention will be clearly presented in the embodiments with reference to the drawings, wherein:

[0008] Figure 1 is a perspective view illustrating one embodiment of the novel container;

[0009] Figure 2 is an exploded three-dimensional view illustrating the overall structural decomposition of this embodiment;

[0010] Figure 3 is an exploded perspective view from another angle, illustrating the bottom view structure of the cover in this embodiment;

[0011] Figure 4a is a partially enlarged perspective view illustrating the relative relationship between a insert and a mounting base in one embodiment;

[0012] Figure 4b is another partially enlarged perspective view, which similarly illustrates the relative relationship between the insert and the mounting base in this embodiment;

[0013] Figure 5a is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating the relative relationship between the insert and the mounting base in this embodiment;

[0014] Figure 5b is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating the insertion state of the insert into the retainer in this embodiment;

[0015] Figure 6 is a partial schematic diagram illustrating the relative relationship between the guide ramp and the insertion base in one embodiment;

[0016] Figure 7 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating the engagement relationship between the flip-up plate and the protruding locking block in one embodiment.

[0017] Figure 8 is a perspective view illustrating the use of the handle in one embodiment;

[0018] Figure 9 is a top view; and

[0019] Figure 10 is a top sectional view illustrating the relative relationship between the handle and the groove in this embodiment. Implementation

[0020] In the following description, similar or identical components will be represented by the same number.

[0021] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3. The present invention provides a container suitable for storing small hardware such as screws and nuts. It mainly includes a base 1 and a top cover 2 for holding screws or nuts and other objects.

[0022] The base 1 includes a bottom wall 11 and an annular wall 12, which together define a space 10 for placing screws or nuts. The annular wall 12 has a first wall portion 121 arranged in front and back and a second wall portion 122 arranged in the left and right. The first wall portion 121 located in front has four protruding blocks 124, and the front end of each protruding block 124 forms a locking edge portion 127. The first wall portion 121 located in rear has two spaced-apart inserts 125. Each insert 125 has a slot 126 inside. The annular wall 12 also has a protruding rib 123 that is generally arranged around the surface of the first wall portion 121 and the second wall portion 122.

[0023] The cover 2 includes a cover body 21, a flap 22 adjacent to the protruding latches 124, a recess 24 recessed downward from the top surface of the cover body 21, a handle 23 pivotally disposed in the recess 24, a lower rib 25 protruding from the periphery of the cover body 21, and two inserts 26 connected to the cover body 21 and pivotally relative to the cover body 21.

[0024] The flip-up plate 22 has four slots 221 corresponding to the number and position of the protruding latches 124, and each slot 221 has a pointed tip 223 on its edge. The flip-up plate 22 also has two spaced-apart stop bars 222 that correspond to two slots 221 respectively, and each stop bar 222 has an arcuate portion 224. The pointed tip 223 engages with the latching edge 127 of the protruding latches 124 of the base 1 to form a locking structure. The arcuate portion 224 forms a guide surface, so that during the contact and movement of the arcuate portion 224 relative to the protruding latches 124, its arcuate contour guides the protruding latches 124, so that the protruding latches 124 gradually pass through the corresponding slots 221, thereby achieving the effect of rapid positioning and stable engagement.

[0025] The groove 24 has two mounting sections 241 and an operating section 242 connecting the two mounting sections 241. Each mounting section 241 has a relatively wide enlargement area 243 and a relatively narrow constriction area 244.

[0026] The handle 23 has two connecting rods 231 that respectively mate with the mounting section 241 and a gripping rod 232 connecting the two connecting rods 231. The handle 23 can be switched between a storage position and a use position. The enlarged area 243 and the narrowed area 244 of the mounting section 241 are used to facilitate the installation of the connecting rods 231 of the handle 23. Each connecting rod 231 has a flexible pin 233 at the end relatively away from the gripping rod 232. During assembly, the enlarged area 243 can provide enough space for the connecting rods 231 to deform appropriately, so that each flexible pin 233 can be installed into the two locking holes 211 on the cover 21, and finally the handle 23 and the cover 21 can be pivotally connected.

[0027] When the handle 23 is in the stowed position, it is stored within the groove 24. The length direction of the grip rod 232 is designed to be approximately parallel to the extension direction of the second wall 122, while the length direction of the two connecting rods 231 is approximately perpendicular to the extension direction of the second wall 122. This design prevents the handle 23 from easily swinging towards the groove 24 when pulled upwards, thus avoiding accidental retraction. The protruding rib 25 below the upper cover 2 is used to correspond to and abut against the protruding rib 123 above the base 1 to form a circumferential support structure.

[0028] The insert 26 is positioned corresponding to the insertion base 125 of the base 1. Each insert 26 has a base plate 261, a hook 262, and two guide slopes 263 located on both sides of the hook 262. During assembly, the guide slopes 263 guide the insert 26 to align with the slot 126 and insert it smoothly. After the hook 262 passes through the slot 126, a one-way locking structure is formed. After locking, the hook 262 protrudes slightly from the surface of the insertion base 125 to prevent it from falling off in the opposite direction, thereby improving assembly efficiency and anti-detachment effect.

[0029] During factory assembly, the operator places the top cover 2 onto the base 1. Guided by the guide slope 263 on the insert 26, the insert 26 is smoothly inserted into the slot 126 of the insert base 125 and secured by the hook 262. Simultaneously, the slot 221 on the latch plate 22 is fitted onto the protruding latch 124. Through the engagement of the tip 223 and the edge 127, and the guiding action of the arcuate part 224 on the stop strip 222, the protruding latch 124 smoothly passes through the slot 221 and is positioned. At this time, the upper protruding rib 123 and the lower protruding rib 25 abut against each other to form an auxiliary support structure, making it difficult for the base 1 and the top cover 2 to separate during transportation, and the entire assembly process can be completed without additional tools.

[0030] In use, the user does not need to completely separate the top cover 2 from the base 1. Simply lift the flip-up plate 22 to disengage the tip 223 from the locking edge 127 of the protruding locking block 124, thus partially opening the front opening of the top cover 2. At this time, the inserts 26 remain locked to the insertion bases 125 to ensure a stable rear connection. After use, the flip-up plate 22 is reset, allowing the tip 223 to engage with the locking edge 127 again. Furthermore, during transport, the handle 23 can be pivoted from its storage position in the recess 24 to its use position, allowing the container to be carried by the gripping rod 232. When not in use, the handle 23 can be retracted into the recess 24 to save space.

[0031] In summary, the core technology of this new invention lies in the design of the guide slope 263 on the insert 26. During assembly, the guide slope 263 guides the insert 26 to align smoothly and quickly insert into the slot 126 of the insert base 125, allowing operators to complete assembly without precise alignment, significantly improving production efficiency. The flip-up plate 22 has detailed structures such as a slot 221, a pointed tip 223, a stop bar 222, and an arc-shaped portion 224. During the process of the upper cover 2 closing onto the base 1, the arc-shaped portion 224 of the stop bar 222 contacts and moves relative to the protruding latch 124 on the base 1, and then, through this arc... The arc portion 224 guides the quick positioning, and the engagement of the tip portion 223 and the locking edge portion 127 forms a stable front locking structure, further enhancing the smoothness of assembly and the stability of the engagement. Combined with the angle configuration of the connecting rod 231 and the gripping rod 232, the handle 23 is less likely to be accidentally closed during use and saves space when stored, improving operational stability and space utilization. Overall, through multiple structural designs, this invention not only solves the core problem of the difficulty in assembling and aligning conventional containers, but also takes into account operational convenience, structural stability and space utilization, and truly has industrial applicability and progressiveness.

[0032] The above description is merely an embodiment of this invention and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application of this invention. Furthermore, any simple equivalent variations and modifications made in accordance with the scope of the patent application and the patent specification of this invention should also be covered by the scope of the patent application of this invention.

[0033] 1: Base 10: Space 11: Bottom wall 12: Circumferential wall 121: First wall section 122: Second wall section 123: Upper rib 124: Convex Card Block 125: Insert socket 126: Slot 127: Card Edge Section 2: Top cover 21: Cover 211: Card Hole 22: Lift the pallet 221: Slot 222: Stop bar 223: Tip 224: Arc section 23: Handle 231: Connecting rod 232: Grip 233: Flexible pin 24: Groove 241: Installation Section 242: Operation segment 243: Expanded Area 244: Narrowing area 25: Lower convex rib 26: Insert 261:Substrate 262: Hook 263: Guide ramp

Claims

1. A container suitable for holding screws or nuts and comprising: A base has a bottom wall and an annular wall, the bottom wall and the annular wall together defining an accommodating space, the annular wall having two opposing first wall portions, one of the first wall portions having at least one protruding latch and the other of the first wall portions having at least one insert base; and a top cover that can be closed onto the base, the top cover having at least one flip-up plate corresponding to the protruding latch and at least one insert corresponding to the insert base, the insert having at least one guide slope formed on the insert.

2. The container as described in claim 1, wherein, The insert has a base plate, a hook and two guide bevels, which are located on both sides of the hook.

3. The container as described in claim 2, wherein, The hook protrudes slightly from the surface of the insert after it is secured.

4. The container as described in claim 1, wherein, The flip-up plate has a plurality of slots corresponding to the number and position of the protruding blocks. Each slot has a pointed tip. The flip-up plate also has at least one stop bar corresponding to the slots. The stop bar has an arc-shaped portion, and the pointed tip engages with a locking edge formed at the front end of the protruding block.

5. The container as described in claim 1, wherein, The ring wall is further provided with an upper convex rib, and the outer periphery of the upper cover is provided with a lower convex rib. The upper convex rib and the lower convex rib abut against each other.

6. The container as described in claim 1, wherein, The cover has a recessed groove extending downward from the top surface of the cover body, and a handle pivotally disposed within the groove. The groove has two mounting sections and an operating section connecting the two mounting sections. Each mounting section has a relatively wide enlargement area and a relatively narrow constriction area.

7. The container as described in claim 6, wherein, The ring wall includes two opposing second wall portions connecting the first wall portions. The handle has two connecting rods that mate with the mounting sections, and a gripping rod connected between the two connecting rods. The handle can be switched between a storage position and a use position. In the storage position, the handle is stored in the groove. The length direction of the gripping rod is parallel to the extension direction of the surface of the second wall portion, and the length direction of the two connecting rods is perpendicular to the extension direction of the surface of the second wall portion.

8. The container as described in claim 1, wherein, There are two inserts spaced apart, and there are two sockets spaced apart. Each insert corresponds to the position of its respective socket.

9. The container as described in claim 7, wherein, Each of the connecting rods has a resilient pin at one end relatively away from the gripping rod, and the cover has two spaced-apart locking holes into which the resilient pin can be installed.

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