A packaging structure and a packaging apparatus

Abstract

The application provides a packaging structure and a packaging device for household appliances, the packaging structure comprising a degradable packaging plate, the packaging plate comprising a main body part and a folding part, the main body part having a first edge and a second edge arranged at intervals, and the second edge being connected between the first edges; the folding part being connected to each second edge and extending along the second edge; the folding part being foldable from the outside to the inside along the second edge. In the embodiment of the application, the packaging structure formed by folding the packaging plate does not need to additionally set other components to realize the protection of the household appliances, and the material is saved; and the folding packaging is convenient, and the packaging process steps for packaging different sides of the household appliances on the production line are reduced; in addition, when the packaging structure provided by the embodiment of the application is not used for packaging the household appliances, the folding part is folded from the edge of the main body part during transportation, and after being folded, the folding part and the main body part can approximately form a flat plate, so that the transportation of the packaging structure is facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of packaging technology, and more specifically, relates to a packaging structure and packaging device. Background Technology

[0002] Garment processing equipment is susceptible to external factors during storage and transportation. Therefore, it is typically packaged before leaving the factory for necessary protection. The equipment is housed in a box, with a cushioning structure acting as a buffer between the equipment and the box. This packaging structure is positioned on the sides of the equipment and must provide sufficient cushioning to absorb impacts and reduce damage. However, current packaging structures generally use non-biodegradable foam materials such as EPS, which not only cause significant environmental pollution but also make EPS foam difficult to cut and fold once formed, resulting in bulky packaging, inconvenient transportation, and poor packaging flexibility. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a packaging structure and packaging device to solve the technical problem of how to provide a green packaging structure that is convenient for transportation and improves packaging flexibility.

[0004] The technical solution of this invention is implemented as follows:

[0005] This invention provides a packaging structure for household appliances, including a biodegradable packaging board. The packaging board includes: a main body having a first edge spaced apart and a second edge connected between the first edges; and a folding portion connected to each of the second edges and extending along the second edges. The folding portion can be folded from the outside to the inside along the second edges. The main body is used to protect the left and right sides of the household appliance, and the folding portion is used to protect the front and rear sides of the household appliance.

[0006] In some embodiments, the packaging plate further includes a connecting portion connected between the main body and the folding portion, wherein the thickness of the connecting portion is less than the thickness of the main body and / or the folding portion.

[0007] In some embodiments, the inner sides of the main body and the folded portion are connected by the connecting portion, while the outer sides of the main body and the folded portion are disconnected.

[0008] In some implementations, the packaging board is made of honeycomb cardboard, and the connecting part is made of kraft paper.

[0009] In some embodiments, the packaging structure further includes a support strip disposed on the outside of the folding portion; the thickness of the support strip is greater than or equal to the thickness of the main body and / or the folding portion.

[0010] In some implementations, the support strip is a honeycomb paper strip.

[0011] In some embodiments, the packaging structure further includes a support plate fitted to the inner surface of the main body, the support plate being disposed near the first edge and / or the second edge; wherein the support plate is located between the side of the household appliance and the main body.

[0012] In some implementations, the support plate is corrugated cardboard.

[0013] In some embodiments, one end of the folding portion extends to a first edge of the main body portion, and the other end is spaced apart from another first edge of the main body portion to form a clearance portion.

[0014] In some embodiments, the support strip extends from one first edge of the main body to another first edge.

[0015] This invention also provides a packaging device for use in garment processing equipment, comprising: the packaging structure described in any of the above claims, wherein the packaging structure is disposed on at least one of the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment; and the packaging plate covers at least one side of the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment.

[0016] This invention provides a packaging structure for household appliances. The packaging structure includes a biodegradable packaging board, which comprises a main body and a folding portion. The main body has spaced-apart first edges and second edges connected between the first edges. The folding portion is connected to each of the second edges and extends along them. The folding portion can be folded from the outside to the inside along the second edges. The main body protects the left and right sides of the household appliance, and the folding portion protects the front and rear sides. In this invention, the packaging structure, formed by folding the packaging board, creates the main body and the folding portion, which respectively protect different sides of the household appliance, thus achieving protection for the appliance. The packaging structure formed by folding a single packaging board in this embodiment of the invention eliminates the need for additional components to protect household appliances, saving materials. Furthermore, the folding method facilitates packaging and reduces the number of packaging steps required to package different sides of the household appliance on the production line. In addition, when the packaging structure provided in this embodiment of the invention is not used to package household appliances, during transportation, the folding part can be folded from the edge of the main body, and after folding, the folding part and the main body can approximately form a flat plate, facilitating the transportation of the packaging structure. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the packaging structure according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a front view of the packaging structure according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a side view of the packaging structure according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a top view of the packaging structure according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the clothing processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the packaging structure and clothing processing equipment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0024] 10. Packaging structure; 1. Packaging board; 11. Main body; 12. Folding part; 13. Connecting part; 14. First edge; 15. Second edge; 2. Support strip; 3. Support plate; 4. Clearance part; 20. Clothing processing equipment; 5. Detergent box; 6. Top cover. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention.

[0026] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features can form different embodiments and technical solutions. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the specific technical features in this invention will not be described separately.

[0027] In the following description, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish different objects and do not indicate that the objects have the sameness or relationship. It should be understood that the directional descriptions "above," "below," "outside," and "inside" refer to the orientation under normal use conditions. "Front," "back," "left," and "right" refer to the front, back, left, and right sides of the garment processing equipment when it is normally placed, with the front side being the side of the garment processing equipment facing the user.

[0028] It should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. "A plurality of" means two or more.

[0029] This invention provides a packaging structure and a packaging device. The packaging device can be used in garment processing equipment. The garment processing equipment described in this invention includes washing machines, dryers, etc. The washing machines include single-wash washing machines with separate washing functions, washing machines with washing and spin-drying functions, and washer-dryer combos with washing and drying functions. The garment processing equipment can be drum-type, and the packaging structure of this invention can be installed on the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment under normal operating conditions.

[0030] A front-loading washing machine mainly consists of several parts, including the outer casing, motor, drum, and control panel. The outer casing is the external part of the washing machine, protecting the internal mechanical and electronic components. It is usually made of metal or plastic and has an opening on the front for users to load and unload clothes. The drum is the core component of the washing machine; it's a cylindrical container that holds clothes and water. The drum is usually made of stainless steel or plastic and has lifting ribs to move clothes during washing. The motor is the power source, driving the drum's rotation and controlling its speed and direction. The motor is usually mounted at the rear of the drum and connected to it via a belt or gears. The control panel is the user interface; users select washing programs through it. The control panel is usually located on the top of the outer casing and has buttons.

[0031] like Figures 1-4 As shown, this embodiment of the invention provides a packaging structure 10, which includes a packaging plate 1. The packaging plate 1 includes a main body 11 and a folding portion 12. The main body 11 has two spaced-apart first edges 14 and two spaced-apart second edges 15, with the two second edges 15 connected between the two first edges 14. The surface of the main body 11 is rectangular, and the main body 11 can cover the entire side of the garment processing device, for example, the left or right side of the garment processing device. The folding portion 12 is connected to each second edge 15 and extends along the second edge 15. There are two folding portions 12, each connected to one of the two second edges 15. Figures 1-4As shown, the surface of the main body 11 and the surface of the folding part 12 form an acute angle or a right angle, so that the main body 11 and the folding part 12 can be adapted to the shapes of two adjacent side surfaces of the garment processing equipment, respectively. For example, the surface of the main body 11 can fit well with the left side of the garment processing equipment, and the surface of the folding part 12 can fit well with the front and rear sides of the garment processing equipment. It should be noted that the surfaces of the main body and the folding part here refer to the surfaces perpendicular to the thickness direction of the packaging board, and the included angle between the two surfaces is an acute angle or a right angle.

[0032] When the packaging structure 10 is used in a garment processing device, it is positioned on the side of the device to protect it. The packaging plate 1 of the packaging structure 10 can protect the side surface of the garment processing device. The garment processing device has four sides, and the main body 11 of the packaging plate 1 can protect one of these side surfaces, for example, the surface on the left side of the garment processing device. Its dimensions should be tailored to the side surface of the garment processing device to ensure that the main body 11 can cover the entire or substantially the entire left side surface. The folding portion 12 of the packaging plate 1 forms an acute or right angle with the main body 11, allowing it to protect the side edges of the garment processing device, for example, the front and rear side edges. Thus, two packaging plates 1 can protect all four side edges of the garment processing device, simplifying the assembly between the packaging plates and the garment processing device. Furthermore, the folding portion 12 can be fixedly assembled with other packaging structures to limit the movement of the garment processing device, making it difficult for it to shift. For example, the top of the garment processing equipment is usually provided with a top pad and the bottom is provided with a bottom pad. The folding part 12 can be used to insert the top pad, bottom pad and other packaging structures to achieve fixed assembly with other packaging structures.

[0033] However, during product loading and unloading, tools such as clamping trolleys are used for assistance. The product is clamped from both sides, for example, left and right. The surfaces of the product on the left and right sides are directly subjected to the pressure of the clamping equipment. That is, the outer shell surfaces of the washing machine on the left and right sides are clamped by the clamping equipment, thus requiring more comprehensive protection. The surfaces on the front and back sides are subjected to less external impact and are therefore less prone to damage. Therefore, only the impact-prone edges and the clamped left and right sides need comprehensive protection. Therefore, in actual packaging, the main body 11 is placed on and adhered to the outer shell surfaces of the washing machine on the left and right sides. When the clamping equipment clamps, the main body 11 is located between the clamping equipment and the outer shell surface of the washing machine to resist pressure and buffer the impact of the clamping equipment. The front and back sides of the product are not directly subjected to significant external impact. Therefore, using the folding part 12, without completely covering the front and back sides of the product, can also provide good protection. Therefore, the packaging plate 1 is usually placed on the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment; the following description will use packaging plates 1 placed on the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment. When the packaging plate 1 is located on the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment, the main body 11 and the folding part 12 can protect all four side edges of the garment processing equipment, thereby protecting the side surfaces and edges of the garment processing equipment.

[0034] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the two packaging plates 1 include two main body sections 11 and four folding sections 12. The two main body sections 11 should cover the left and right surfaces of the garment processing equipment as much as possible, but it is not required that the four corresponding folding sections 12 together completely cover the front and rear surfaces of the garment processing equipment. The width of the folding section 12 is smaller than the width of the main body section 11, and the sum of the widths of the two folding sections 12 may also be smaller than the width of the main body section 11.

[0035] Optionally, the thickness of the packaging structure located on the front and rear sides of the garment processing equipment is greater than the thickness of the packaging structure located on the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment. This creates a larger buffer space between the packaging structure and the garment processing equipment on the front and rear sides. Therefore, even if the four folding sections 12 together do not completely cover the front and rear surfaces of the garment processing equipment, the buffer space can still provide good cushioning, thus preventing damage caused by direct impact from external forces on the front and rear surfaces of the garment processing equipment. It can be understood that the greater thickness of the packaging structure located on the front and rear sides of the garment processing equipment compared to the left and right sides could be due to the folding section 12 itself being thicker, or other structures being added to the surface of the folding section 12, resulting in a greater overall thickness. The greater thickness of the packaging structure located on the front and rear sides of the garment processing equipment also helps to limit the movement of the garment processing equipment in the front and rear directions, preventing displacement.

[0036] Traditional packaging typically uses four corner pads to protect the four sides of the garment processing equipment, and these corner pads are made of cushioning materials such as EPS, which can easily pollute the environment. Therefore, based on the above analysis, this embodiment of the invention only requires packaging structures 10 to be set on the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment, which can provide better protection for the four sides of the garment processing equipment, replacing the traditional corner pad packaging. This makes installation easier, simplifies assembly, and uses more environmentally friendly materials.

[0037] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the folding part 12 can be folded from the outside to the inside along the second edge 15. The inside of the folding part 12 is the side closer to the household appliance, and the outside of the folding part 12 is the side closer to the outer packaging box sticker. Thus, the outer sides of the main body 11 and the folding part 12 are disconnected, while the inner sides of the main body 11 and the folding part 12 remain connected. That is, the outer surfaces of the main body 11 and the folding part 12 are disconnected, while the inner surfaces of the main body 11 and the folding part 12 are connected. Therefore, the connection position between the main body 11 and the folding part 12 is relatively thin. When the main body 11 and the folding part 12 are folded along the connection position, the main body 11 and the folding part 12 are more easily folded into an acute angle or a right angle.

[0038] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the packaging structure 10 is made entirely of biodegradable materials. Biodegradability refers to substances that can be decomposed and utilized by microorganisms in a natural environment, ultimately transforming into non-toxic and harmless substances. The use of biodegradable materials is of great significance to environmental protection. Compared to traditional non-biodegradable materials, biodegradable materials can reduce environmental pollution and waste accumulation. When these substances are properly treated and disposed of, they can be quickly transformed into harmless substances, reducing the impact on soil, water sources, and wildlife. Biodegradable materials are materials that can be degraded in both thermodynamic and kinetic terms over a period of time. Based on external factors affecting degradation, they can be classified into photodegradable materials, biodegradable materials, and environmentally degradable materials. Photodegradable materials degrade due to the action of sunlight; biodegradable materials degrade due to the respiration or chemosynthesis of natural microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria, ultimately decomposing into carbon dioxide and water; environmentally degradable materials degrade under the influence of natural environmental conditions such as light, heat, water, pollutants, microorganisms, insects, and mechanical forces.

[0039] In this embodiment of the invention, the packaging structure is formed by folding a packaging plate to create a main body and a folded portion. The main body and the folded portion protect different sides of the household appliance, thus achieving protection. This embodiment of the invention uses a single packaging plate folded together to form a packaging structure that eliminates the need for additional components to protect the household appliance, saving materials. Furthermore, the folding method facilitates packaging and reduces the number of packaging steps required to package different sides of the appliance on the production line. In addition, when the packaging structure is not used to package household appliances, during transportation, the folded portion folds from the edge of the main body, and after folding, the folded portion and the main body can approximately form a flat plate, facilitating the transport of the packaging structure.

[0040] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the packaging plate 1 also includes a connecting portion 13, which connects the main body 11 and the folding portion 12. The connecting portion 13 connects the second edge 15 and the folding portion 12. The thickness of the connecting portion 13 is less than the thickness of the main body 11 and / or the folding portion 12, making it easier for the main body 11 and the folding portion 12 to fold into acute or right angles. If the connecting portion 13 is thicker, the connection point between the main body 11 and the folding portion 12 is prone to deformation or wrinkling due to the compression of the connecting portion 13, thus affecting the compressive strength of the main body 11 and the folding portion 12 at the edges, and consequently affecting their ability to protect the product's corners. It can be understood that the connecting portion 13 is close to or in contact with the side edge of the garment processing equipment.

[0041] The packaging board of this invention also includes a connecting part. The thickness of the connecting part is less than the thickness of the main body and / or the folding part, so that the main body and the folding part are easier to fold into acute angles or right angles. Moreover, the connection position of the main body and the folding part is less likely to be deformed or wrinkled due to the compression of the connecting part. Thus, the compressive strength of the main body and the folding part at the edge of the product is not easily affected, which is beneficial to ensuring the lateral pressure strength of the packaging board.

[0042] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4As shown, packaging board 1 is made of honeycomb paperboard. Honeycomb paperboard is made based on the principle of the honeycomb structure found in nature. It is a new type of environmentally friendly and energy-saving sandwich structure material made by bonding corrugated paper into countless hollow, three-dimensional regular hexagons to form a unified load-bearing component—the paper core—and then bonding face paper to both sides. The honeycomb paperboard uses kraft paper as face paper on both sides, and corrugated paper as the internal honeycomb core. When making packaging board 1 using processes such as tearing and folding, the outer side of the honeycomb paperboard is cut along the cutting line, cutting off the outer face paper and honeycomb core paper, while the inner face paper remains uncut. Then, the two parts on either side of the cutting line are folded from the outside to the inside to obtain packaging board 1. The uncut face paper at the cutting line is the connecting part 13, which is made of kraft paper. Kraft paper has high tensile strength, is flexible and strong, and has high tear resistance. It can withstand large tensile and compressive forces without breaking. Therefore, after the packaging board 1 is folded, it has good connection strength and is not easy to break due to the mutual pulling of the main body and the folded part of the packaging board.

[0043] Honeycomb paperboard is made of flexible paper core and face paper, possessing good toughness and resilience. Its unique honeycomb sandwich structure provides excellent cushioning performance, exhibiting a higher energy absorption value per unit volume among all cushioning materials. High-thickness honeycomb paperboard can replace the widely used EPS plastic foam cushioning pads. In this embodiment of the invention, the packaging board is made of honeycomb paperboard. Honeycomb paperboard, with its lightweight, low cost, high strength, and recyclability, can reduce the breakage rate of goods during distribution and, by replacing wooden crates, is environmentally friendly.

[0044] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, packaging board 1 is made from a single piece of cardboard. For example, it can be made using processes such as face-folding. The cardboard has a certain thickness and two surfaces: a front and a back. The cardboard is cut along a cutting line on the front, but not completely severed. Then, the two parts on either side of the cutting line are folded towards the back of the cardboard, which is face-folding, thus obtaining packaging board 1. The part of the cardboard not completely cut at the cutting line is the connecting part 13. Through face-folding and other processes, the two parts on either side of the cutting line are easily folded towards the back of the cardboard, and are less likely to deform or wrinkle. Therefore, the compressive strength of the two parts on either side of the cutting line at the product edge is not easily affected.

[0045] The packaging board of this invention is made from a single piece of cardboard through processes such as tearing and folding, which reduces the production steps of packaging and forming, greatly reduces material waste and labor input, and improves production efficiency. The several sides of the packaging board are completely connected together, which makes it convenient for operators to unfold and fold, thus protecting the clothing processing equipment and facilitating transportation.

[0046] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the packaging structure 10 also includes a support strip 2, which is disposed on the outside of the folding portion 12. For example, the support strip 2 can be connected to the folding portion 12 by adhesive bonding. When the packaging structure 10 is used in a garment processing device, the packaging structure 10 is disposed on the side of the garment processing device, and the support strip 2 is located on the front and rear sides of the garment processing device in its normal position, so as to abut against the front and rear sides of the garment processing device. The thickness of the support strip 2 is greater than or equal to the thickness of the main body 11 and / or the folding portion 12. The thicker support strip 2 provides better pressure resistance and cushioning. The support strip 2 can enhance the performance of the inner folding portion 12, thereby better protecting the side edges and front and rear surfaces of the product.

[0047] The packaging structure of this invention also includes a support strip. The thickness of the support strip is greater than or equal to the thickness of the main body and / or the folding part. When the packaging structure is used in a garment processing device, the support strip is located on the front and rear sides of the garment processing device to limit its movement and prevent it from easily shifting in the front and rear directions. The support strip is thicker, so it has better pressure resistance and cushioning. It can limit the movement of the garment processing device while also protecting it.

[0048] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, support strip 2 is a honeycomb paper strip. The material used for the honeycomb paper strip is the same as that used for the honeycomb paperboard. The thickness of the honeycomb paperboard is much smaller than its width and length, so it can be approximated as a two-dimensional plane. Since the width and thickness of the honeycomb paper strip are much smaller than its length, it can be approximated as a one-dimensional line segment. In this embodiment of the invention, the support strip is a honeycomb paper strip. Honeycomb paper strips are lightweight, inexpensive, high-strength, and recyclable. Therefore, while ensuring sufficient strength of the support strip, it is also environmentally friendly.

[0049] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the packaging structure 10 also includes a support plate 3, which is attached to the inner surface of the main body 11. When the packaging structure 10 is used in a garment processing device, the packaging structure 10 is set on the side of the garment processing device to protect the garment processing device. The packaging plate 1 of the packaging structure 10 protects the side of the garment processing device. The inner surface of the main body 11 refers to the surface of the main body facing the left and right sides of the garment processing device.

[0050] like Figures 1-4As shown, the support plate 3 is positioned near the first edge 14 and / or the second edge 15. It can be understood that the support plate 3 is positioned on the inner surface edge of the main body 11, rather than entirely. This creates a buffer space between the inner surface of the main body 11 without the support plate 3 and the surfaces of the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment. When the main body 11 is subjected to external impact, the inner surface of the main body 11 without the support plate 3 is less likely to come into contact with the surfaces of the left and right sides of the garment processing equipment, thus reducing the risk of damage to these surfaces. Furthermore, during actual transportation, the edges or corners of the garment processing equipment are more susceptible to impact. Therefore, by positioning the support plate 3 near the first edge 14 and / or the second edge 15, the support plate 3 itself can buffer the impact on the edges, effectively protecting the product.

[0051] The packaging structure of this invention also includes a support plate, which is attached to the inner surface of the main body. The support plate is located near the first edge and / or the second edge, thereby forming a support between the inner surface of the main body and the left and right surfaces of the garment processing equipment. The portion of the main body without the support plate forms a buffer space with the left and right surfaces of the garment processing equipment. When the main body is subjected to an external impact, the inner surface of the main body without the support plate is less likely to come into contact with the left and right surfaces of the garment processing equipment due to the buffer space. Thus, the left and right surfaces of the garment processing equipment are less likely to be damaged by the external impact, thereby further protecting the garment processing equipment. The support plate and the main body together form a double layer of protection, increasing the strength of the packaging.

[0052] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, support plate 3 is corrugated cardboard. Corrugated cardboard, also known as corrugated paperboard, is made of at least one layer of corrugated core paper (commonly known as "corrugated paper") and one layer of cardboard bonded together. It has good elasticity and extensibility. It is mainly used to manufacture cartons, carton fillings, and other packaging materials for fragile goods. It is mainly made by pulping straw pulp and waste paper to make a base paperboard similar to yellow cardboard, which is then mechanically rolled into a corrugated shape, and finally bonded to the cardboard with adhesives such as sodium silicate.

[0053] The corrugated waves of corrugated cardboard resemble interconnected arches, arranged side by side and supporting each other to form a triangular structure. This structure possesses good mechanical strength, can withstand a certain amount of pressure even on a flat surface, and is elastic, providing excellent cushioning. It can be made into pads or containers of various shapes and sizes as needed, which is simpler and faster than plastic cushioning materials. It is less affected by temperature, has good light-blocking properties, and does not deteriorate when exposed to light. It is generally less affected by humidity, but it is not suitable for long-term use in environments with high humidity, as this will affect its strength.

[0054] In this embodiment of the invention, the support plate is made of corrugated cardboard, while the packaging plate is made of honeycomb cardboard. Combining corrugated and honeycomb cardboard leverages the advantages of both, improving both the lateral and flat crush strength of the composite paperboard, thus enhancing its overall compressive strength. Flat crush strength refers to the compressive strength of cardboard when pressure is applied at a single point perpendicular to its direction, causing deformation. It is a crucial indicator of a cardboard's ability to maintain its original thickness without crushing. Lateral crush strength refers to the degree of resistance to pressure applied to the side of the cardboard parallel to its direction. By placing corrugated cardboard along the inner edge of the honeycomb cardboard, the lateral and flat crush strength of the packaging structure is improved, thereby enhancing its shock resistance, compressive strength, and load-bearing capacity.

[0055] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, one end of the folding portion 12 extends to a first edge 14 of the main body 11, and the other end is spaced apart from the other first edge 14 of the main body 11 to form a clearance portion 4. When the packaging structure 10 is used in clothing handling equipment, such as a washing machine, the main body 11 covers most of the left and right side surfaces of the washing machine, and the two folding portions 12 are located on the front and rear side surfaces of the washing machine, respectively. The front side of the washing machine usually has a detergent box for holding detergent, washing powder and other substances protruding, and the top cover of the washing machine also protrudes from the rear side surface of the washing machine. Therefore, the clearance portion 4 allows the folding portion 12 to avoid the detergent box and top cover of the washing machine during installation. That is, the folding portion 12 does not protect the position where the detergent box and top cover are installed, but the folding portion 12 fits against the front and rear side surfaces of the washing machine.

[0056] The avoidance part in this embodiment of the invention allows the folding part to avoid the detergent dispenser and top cover of the washing machine during installation, while the folding part fits against the front and rear surfaces of the washing machine. This results in a small gap between the folding part and the surface of the washing machine, thus limiting the space for the washing machine to move inside and allowing for the limiting of the washing machine.

[0057] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the support strip 2 extends from one first edge 14 of the main body 11 to the other first edge 14. Part of the support strip 2 is located outside the folding portion 12, which can enhance the performance of the inner folding portion 12. Another part of the support strip 2 is located outside the clearance portion 4. When the packaging structure 10 is used in a garment handling device, this part of the support strip 2 can fit and protect the detergent dispenser, top cover, and other structures of the washing machine. In this embodiment of the invention, the support strip has a portion located outside the clearance portion, thereby protecting the portion of the folding portion that clearances the washing machine. Through the combined action of the support strip and the folding portion, the entire structure of the washing machine can be effectively protected.

[0058] like Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the front, back, left, and right directions represent the orientation of the garment processing device 20 during normal use. This embodiment of the invention also provides a packaging device for use with the garment processing device 20. The packaging device includes a packaging structure 10, which is disposed on at least one of the left and right sides of the garment processing device 20. It can be understood that the packaging structure 10 is disposed on the left side of the garment processing device 20, or on the right side of the garment processing device 20, or on both the left and right sides of the garment processing device 20. Correspondingly, a packaging plate 1 covers at least one side of the left and right sides of the garment processing device 20, which can be the left side, the right side, or both sides. For example, if the packaging plate 1 covers the left side of the garment processing device 20, then the covering can be understood as the packaging plate 1 covering the left side of the garment processing device 20, and the left side of the garment processing device 20 is not exposed. The packaging device also includes packaging pads located at the top and bottom of the garment processing device 20 to protect the top and bottom of the garment processing device 20.

[0059] The packaging device of this invention includes a packaging structure located on the side of the garment processing equipment, thereby protecting the side of the garment processing equipment. The packaging device is not limited to including the packaging structure, but may also include packaging pads located on the top and bottom of the garment processing equipment to protect the top and bottom of the garment processing equipment, thereby providing comprehensive protection for the garment processing equipment.

[0060] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, the packaging device also includes a top pad and a bottom pad. The top pad protects the top surface of the garment processing equipment 20; the bottom pad protects the bottom surface of the garment processing equipment 20. The folding portion 12 is extended and protrudes from the main body 11 to insert into the top and bottom pads for positioning. For example, when the packaging structure 10 is assembled with the top and bottom pads, the protruding portion of the folding portion 12 can be inserted into the limiting holes provided in the top and bottom pads for fixation, thereby realizing the assembly of the packaging structure with the top and bottom pads. This makes the assembly and fixation of the packaging structure with the top and bottom pads more convenient and improves packaging efficiency in actual production.

[0061] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, the garment handling device 20 includes a detergent dispenser 5 and a top cover 6. The detergent dispenser 5 is used to hold detergent; and the detergent dispenser 5 protrudes from the front side of the garment handling device 20 in the front-rear direction; the top cover 6 is disposed on the top of the garment handling device 20; and the top cover 6 protrudes from the rear side of the garment handling device 20 in the front-rear direction; combined with Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, two folding portions 12 are located on the front and rear surfaces of the garment processing device 20, respectively. One end of the folding portion 12 does not extend to the first edge 14 of the main body 11, thus forming a clearance portion 4, i.e., a notch formed between the upper end of the folding portion 12 and the main body 11, to allow clearance between the detergent dispenser 5 and / or the top cover 6. When the main body 11 is attached to the left and right surfaces of the garment processing device 20, the folding portion 12 avoids clearance between the detergent dispenser 5 and the top cover 6. However, the support strip 2 located outside the clearance portion 4 extends to the first edge 14 of the main body 11 and can fit against the protruding detergent dispenser 5 and the top cover 6, thereby protecting them. The packaging structure of this embodiment conforms to the shape of the garment processing device and can provide targeted protection.

[0062] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, the packaging device also includes a packaging box with an internal space. For example, the packaging box can be a corrugated cardboard box or a box made of a combination of corrugated cardboard and honeycomb cardboard. Both the packaging structure 10 and the garment processing equipment 20 are located within the internal space. The packaging structure 10 is located between the garment processing equipment 20 and the packaging box. Thus, the packaging structure 10 acts as an inner pad and is in direct contact with the garment processing equipment 20, while the packaging box acts as the outer packaging and directly withstands the impact of external forces. The two are used together to provide double-layer protection for the garment processing equipment 20.

[0063] The packaging device of this invention also includes a packaging box with an internal space. The packaging structure and the garment processing equipment are both located within the internal space. Thus, the packaging structure acts as an inner pad and is in direct contact with the garment processing equipment, while the packaging box acts as the outer packaging and directly withstands the impact of external forces. The two are used together to provide double-layer protection for the garment processing equipment, further increasing the strength of the packaging and providing true protection.

[0064] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A packaging structure for household appliances, characterized in that, Includes a biodegradable packaging board (1), said packaging board (1) comprising: The main body (11) has a first edge (14) spaced apart and a second edge (15) connected between the first edges (14); A folding portion (12) is connected to each of the second edges (15) and extends along the second edges (15); the folding portion can be folded from the outside to the inside along the second edges (15); the main body is used to protect the left and right sides of the household appliance; the folding portion is used to protect the front and rear sides of the household appliance; on the same side for protecting the front and rear sides of the household appliance, the folding portion (12) of the packaging structure that is attached to the left side of the household appliance and the folding portion (12) of the packaging structure that is attached to the right side of the household appliance are spaced apart; and the thickness of the portion of the packaging structure located on the front and rear sides of the household appliance is greater than the thickness of the portion of the packaging structure located on the left and right sides of the household appliance. A connecting part (13) is connected between the main body part (11) and the folding part (12), and the thickness of the connecting part (13) is less than the thickness of the main body part (11) and / or the folding part (12); A support strip (2) is provided on the outside of the folded portion (12); the thickness of the support strip (2) is greater than or equal to the thickness of the main body (11) and / or the folded portion (12); A support plate (3) is attached to the inner surface of the main body (11). The support plate (3) is disposed near the first edge (14) and / or the second edge (15). The support plate (3) is located between the left and right sides of the household appliance and the main body (11).

2. The packaging structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner sides of the main body (11) and the folding part (12) are connected by the connecting part (13), while the outer sides of the main body (11) and the folding part (12) are disconnected.

3. The packaging structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The packaging board (1) is made of honeycomb cardboard, and the connecting part (13) is made of kraft paper.

4. The packaging structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support strip (2) is a honeycomb paper strip.

5. The packaging structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support plate (3) is corrugated cardboard.

6. The packaging structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, One end of the folded portion extends to a first edge of the main body portion, and the other end is spaced apart from another first edge of the main body portion to form a clearance portion.

7. The packaging structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The support bar extends from one first edge of the main body to the other first edge.

8. A packaging apparatus for use in garment processing equipment (20), characterized in that, include: According to any one of claims 1-7, the packaging structure (10) is disposed on at least one of the left and right sides of the garment processing device (20); the packaging plate (1) covers at least one side of the left and right sides of the garment processing device (20).

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