Device for storing, transporting and installing electric wires and cables

Abstract

The device (10) for storing, transporting and installing electric wires or cables comprises a bottom plate (12), a top plate (14) parallel to the bottom plate (12), and at least two attachment elements (16) connecting the bottom plate (12) and the top plate (14), at least one drum (18) for winding the electric wires or cables, the drum (18) having a central space throughout its length, which allows a shaft having a predetermined geometry to pass through, the shaft being interlocked to predetermined positions in the bottom plate (12) and the top plate (14) around which the drum (18) can rotate. The attachment elements (16) are attachment belts of adjustable length.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an apparatus for storing, transporting, and installing wires and cables.

[0002] This invention belongs to the field of equipment for wires and cables used in various industries such as construction or industry. Background Technology

[0003] When electricians are installing wires, they sometimes find it difficult to unspin the wires from the coils because the coils tend to move around on the ground.

[0004] Furthermore, the remaining length of wire inside the coil cannot be directly measured, nor can it be easily estimated.

[0005] Furthermore, once the packaging of the wire roll is opened, it is usually not easy to identify the cross-sectional area of ​​the wire except by reading the data described on the wire itself.

[0006] Furthermore, when using reels, a special tool is typically needed to untangle each wire. Therefore, having as many tools as there are wires is impractical.

[0007] A known practice is to equip certain reels with unwinding machines to facilitate cable laying. Another known practice is to provide wire guides for certain reels.

[0008] However, there is currently no device that integrates the storage, transportation, and installation functions of wires or cables. Summary of the Invention

[0009] The present invention aims to overcome the above-mentioned disadvantages of the prior art.

[0010] Therefore, the present invention proposes an apparatus for storing, transporting and installing wires or cables, the apparatus comprising a base plate, a top plate parallel to the base plate, at least two attachment elements connecting the base plate and the top plate, and at least one cylinder wound with the wires or cables, the at least one cylinder having a central space along its entire length, the space allowing a shaft of predetermined geometry to pass through, the shaft interlocking at predetermined positions in the base plate and the top plate, the cylinder being rotatable about the shaft, the apparatus being characterized in that the at least two attachment elements are attachment strips of adjustable length.

[0011] Therefore, this invention covers all the functions of storing, transporting, and installing wires or cables in a compact and very easy-to-use manner. Due to the sustainable nature of the transport and storage solution and because this invention facilitates waste collection, it saves time during installation, reduces disposal-related risks, limits waste rates, and reduces environmental footprint. The adjustable-length attachment straps make it easy to adapt the height of the device to the height of the cylinder it houses.

[0012] In a specific embodiment, the at least one cylinder has a flat top and bottom that indicate the value of the cross-section of the wire or cable.

[0013] This provides instant information about the cross-section of the wire or cable without having to inspect the wire or cable itself.

[0014] In a specific embodiment, the flat top and bottom surfaces are color-coded to indicate the cross-sectional value of the wire or cable.

[0015] The advantage of color coding is that it provides information that can be understood directly without translation and is clearly visible.

[0016] In a specific embodiment, the at least one cylinder is made of cardboard.

[0017] This helps reduce the environmental footprint of the device.

[0018] In a specific embodiment, the device further includes a carrying case.

[0019] Therefore, the device is protected against possible external attacks, such as those caused by severe weather, and transportation is also feasible.

[0020] In a specific embodiment, the base plate and / or top plate have a series of markings in the area of ​​a predetermined position for interlocking the aforementioned shaft, which indicate the remaining amount of wire or cable wound on the cylinder.

[0021] This provides instant information about the remaining amount of wire or cable without requiring special handling.

[0022] In a specific embodiment, the base plate and / or top plate include at least one wire hook hole adapted to receive one end of a wire or cable.

[0023] The ends of the wires or cables are thus neatly hooked, which securely winds them around the cylinder.

[0024] In a specific embodiment, the device further includes a carrying handle on the top plate.

[0025] This makes transporting the equipment easier.

[0026] In a specific embodiment, the device further includes a carrying shoulder strap on the base plate or top plate.

[0027] Combining with or replacing the carrying handle also makes the device easier to transport.

[0028] In a specific embodiment, the device further includes at least one rod equipped with a wire guide eye, disposed on a base plate or a top plate.

[0029] When untying a wire or cable, passing it through a wire guide hole ensures that the wire or cable can be untied smoothly.

[0030] In a specific embodiment, the device further includes a geolocation system.

[0031] This allows users to track the device's location when it is temporarily left unattended, which can help prevent theft.

[0032] For the same purpose as described above, the present invention also proposes an alternative for the device as briefly described above, characterized in that the alternative comprises a cylinder for winding a wire or cable, the cylinder having a central space along its entire length and having a flat top and bottom indicating the value of the cross-section of the wire or cable.

[0033] The specific features and advantages of the alternative are similar to those of the device, and therefore will not be repeated here. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Other aspects and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following detailed description of specific embodiments, which are set forth by way of absolutely non-limiting example, with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0035] [ Figure 1 The device according to the invention in a specific embodiment is illustrated schematically;

[0036] [ Figure 2 ]Illustratively depicted Figure 1 Assembly steps of the device;

[0037] [ Figure 3 The invention schematically depicts a device according to a specific embodiment, the device including a wire guiding system;

[0038] [ Figure 4 ]Illustratively depicted Figure 1 A portion of the device is shown, detailing how it is implemented;

[0039] [ Figure 5 The diagram schematically depicts a device according to the invention in a specific embodiment, wherein the device includes an eyelet for a wire hook. Detailed Implementation

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, in a specific embodiment, the device 10 for storing, transporting and installing wires or cables according to the present invention includes a base plate 12, a top plate 14 parallel to the base plate 12, and at least two attachment elements 16 connecting the base plate 12 and the top plate 14.

[0041] In addition, the device 10 includes one or more cylinders 18. Wires or cables are wound around each cylinder 18 to form a roll of wire or a roll of cable.

[0042] Optionally, the device 10 may also include a carrying handle 17 located on the top plate 14.

[0043] In a variant not shown, in addition to or in place of the carrying handle 17, the device 10 may include a carrying shoulder strap disposed on the base plate 12 or the top plate 14.

[0044] like Figure 2 As shown, each cylinder 18 has a central space 20 along its entire length. This central space 20 allows an axis 22 of a predetermined geometry to pass through. This is by way of an absolutely non-limiting example. Figure 2 A shaft 22 with a triangular cross-section is shown. This shaft 22 is interlocked at a predetermined position 24 in the bottom plate 12 and the top plate 14. The cylinder 18 is rotatable about the shaft 22, thus allowing wires or cables wound on this cylinder 18 to be unwound.

[0045] Each cylinder 18 has a flat bottom and a flat top, which optionally indicate the value of the cross-section of the wire or cable wound on this cylinder 18.

[0046] By way of absolutely non-limiting example, color coding can be placed in such a way that a given cross-section corresponds to a specific color. Therefore, it is sufficient to know the cross-section of the wire or cable wound on this cylinder 18 simply by looking at the color of the bottom or top of the cylinder 18.

[0047] Assuming that the cylinder 18 is located vertically in the device 10, one of its flat surfaces is always visible, and thus makes it possible to identify the cross-section of the wire or cable wound on each cylinder 18.

[0048] The cylinder 18 can be made of cardboard, which is preferably recyclable or even recycled.

[0049] like Figure 2 As can be seen, in the specific embodiment shown, the two attachment elements 16 are attachment strips with adjustable lengths. However, this example is not limiting. Rigid attachment elements 16 may also be provided.

[0050] Optionally, the device 10 may also include a carrying case (not shown), such as a bag, suitcase, or shoulder bag, in which the aforementioned components can be stored. Such a carrying case may have one or more external pockets for storing accessories, tools, or any other small equipment or supplies.

[0051] like Figure 3As shown, alternatively, the device 10 may further include a wire guiding system, which may consist, for example, a rod attached to the bottom plate 12 or the top plate 14, the rod having wire guiding eyelets 30.

[0052] like Figure 4 As shown, the top plate 14 may have a series of markings 40 in the area where the cylinder 18 is interlocked to a predetermined position 24 within the top plate. These markings indicate the remaining amount of wire or cable wound on the cylinder 18. These markings 40 may also be provided on the bottom plate 12. Thus, as the wire or cable is consumed, the cylinder will reveal new markings, indicating that the remaining amount of available wire or cable is decreasing. By way of an absolutely non-limiting example, markings may be provided on one of the two plates 14, 12 to indicate a cross-section of 1.5 mm. 2 The remaining length of the wire is measured, and a mark is placed on another board to indicate that the cross-section is 2.5mm. 2 The remaining length of the wire. Therefore, the same system used to read the remaining length of the wire is applicable to two wires with different cross-sections.

[0053] like Figure 5 As shown, optionally, the device 10 may further include at least one wire hook eyelet 50 on the top plate 14 (as shown) and / or the bottom plate 12, the at least one wire hook eyelet being adapted to receive the end of a wire or cable wound on one of the cylinders 18.

[0054] Alternatively, device 10 may also be equipped with a geolocation system known in itself, such as a GPS type. Therefore, if the user of device 10 is not near the device, they can check the geographical location of device 10 at any time, for example, through an application on their smartphone or other telecommunications terminal.

[0055] Once empty, if the cylinder is made of recyclable material (whether cardboard or other materials suitable for reuse), cylinder 18 can be removed from predetermined position 24 and recycled. A replacement (i.e., a new cylinder 18 as described above) can then be interlocked into predetermined position 24.

[0056] In the unused cylinder 18, wires or cables are covered, for example, with a plastic film on which regulatory labels are affixed.

[0057] The device 10 can hold a variable number of cylinders 18. In the specific embodiment shown, the device contains three cylinders, but as a variation, space can be provided for, for example, five cylinders 18.

Claims

1. An apparatus for storing, transporting, and installing wires or cables, the apparatus comprising: Base plate; A top plate parallel to the base plate, and at least two attachment elements connecting the base plate and the top plate; A plurality of cylinders, each wound with an electrical wire or cable, each cylinder having a central space along its entire length, and each cylinder being rotatable about the base plate and / or the top plate. The top plate and the bottom plate are connected by attachment elements on opposite sides, such that the attachment elements extend from the top plate to the bottom plate and have the same length as the cylinder.

2. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the cylinders has a flat top and bottom that indicate the value of the cross-section of the wire or cable.

3. The apparatus as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The flat top and bottom surfaces are color-coded to indicate the cross-sectional value of the wire or cable.

4. The apparatus as described in claim 1, 2, or 3, characterized in that, Each of the cylinders is made of cardboard.

5. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom plate and the top plate include a series of markings indicating the remaining amount of wires or cables wound around the cylinder.

6. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The base plate and / or the top plate include at least one wire hook eye adapted to receive one end of the wire or cable.

7. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The device further includes a carrying handle on the top plate.

8. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The device further includes a carrying shoulder strap on the base plate or the top plate.

9. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The device further includes at least one rod equipped with an electrical wire guide eyelet, disposed on the base plate or the top plate.

10. The apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The at least two attachment elements are attachment strips with adjustable length.

11. A replacement for the apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The replacement includes a cylinder for winding wires or cables, the cylinder having a central space along its entire length and having a flat top and bottom indicating the value of the cross-section of the wires or cables.

12. The alternative as claimed in claim 11, characterized in that, The flat top and bottom surfaces are color-coded to indicate the cross-sectional value of the wire or cable.

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