An outlet assembly disposed at a wall opening inside the outer wall of a dispenser for radial absorbent material.

Abstract

This disclosure relates to an outlet assembly (1) disposed at a wall opening (31) in the outer wall (30) of a dispenser (40) for a web-like absorbent material, the outlet assembly (1) being adapted to form an outlet for dispensing the web-like absorbent material from the dispenser through the wall opening (1). This disclosure also relates to a dispenser (40) and a method for arranging the outlet assembly (1) to the outer wall (30) of the dispenser (40) for a web-like absorbent material.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to an outlet assembly disposed at a wall opening within the outer wall of a dispenser for a spreadable absorbent material. This disclosure also relates to a dispenser including an outlet assembly, and a method of disposing of the outlet assembly on the outer wall of the dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] Dispensers for dispensing strip-shaped tissue paper for wiping or cleaning purposes are widely used. Strip-shaped tissue paper, such as paper towels or nonwoven materials, comes in various shapes and sizes. Typically, strip-shaped tissue paper can be supplied in folded stacks or rolls.

[0003] For example, for certain applications, it is desirable to provide web-shaped tissue paper material in the form of a center-feed roll, i.e., a roll in which the web material is fed from the center of the roll by pulling the web material in a direction at least partially parallel to the central axis of the roll.

[0004] The axial absorbent material can be, for example, a perforated axial absorbent material, wherein the perforation lines can be arranged transversely to the length of the axial material to divide the axial material into individual products.

[0005] Dispensers used for dispensing perforated, radial absorbent material can be equipped with dispensing elements such as nozzles.

[0006] However, since it may sometimes be desirable to provide a product dispensing one after another (individually), while at other times it may be desirable to provide a continuous dispensing of axial absorbent material, i.e., free-flow dispensing, different dispensers with different dispensing outlets, such as different nozzles, can be provided to meet various needs.

[0007] However, for reasons of efficiency and versatility, it is desirable to use the same basic distributor with different distribution outlets. Therefore, the distributor can be used, for example, for individual distribution or free-flow distribution, depending on the distribution outlet used.

[0008] However, in order to facilitate the installation and replacement of the distributor's distribution outlets, the distribution outlets need to be arranged to the distributor in a time-efficient manner, while ensuring that the distribution outlets are correctly positioned and arranged to the distributor to ensure distribution functionality.

[0009] In light of the above, efforts are underway to develop improved technologies related to distributor outlets, such as improvements or alternatives needed when providing distributors with different distribution outlet options using the same basic distributor. Summary of the Invention

[0010] The object of this invention is to provide a solution that satisfies one or more of the above-mentioned requirements, and / or at least provides a suitable alternative.

[0011] According to a first aspect of this disclosure, an export component as claimed in claim 1 is provided.

[0012] Therefore, an outlet assembly is provided for use at a wall opening disposed in the outer wall of a dispenser for a web-like absorbent material. The outlet assembly is adapted to form an outlet for dispensing the web-like absorbent material from the dispenser through the wall opening. The outlet assembly includes:

[0013] - A first part, which defines a first outlet portion, the first outlet portion having an extension along the central axis of the first part; and

[0014] - The second part defines a second outlet portion, which has an extension range along the central axis of the second part;

[0015] The first portion includes a first protrusion extending in a direction along the central axis of the first portion, and the first protrusion is configured to receive and retain a fastening member, and the second portion includes a first fastening hole extending in a direction along the central axis of the second portion.

[0016] Wherein, the first portion and the second portion are configured to attach to each other by setting the first portion such that the first protrusion faces the second portion, and by setting the second portion such that the first fastening hole is aligned with the first protrusion to allow a fastening member to be inserted from the second portion into the first portion.

[0017] When the first part and the second part are attached to each other, the first outlet and the second outlet form an outlet for dispensing the radial absorbent material from the dispenser through a wall opening in the direction along the outlet axis.

[0018] By providing an outlet assembly as disclosed herein, an improved outlet assembly is provided that facilitates the connection and disconnection of the outlet assembly from the dispenser. This is achieved through a configuration of first and second parts, which allows a fastening member to be inserted from the second part into the first part, meaning, for example, a robust and reliable attachment and / or a quick and simple attachment / disconnection process for the user. For example, by interconnecting the first and second parts of the outlet assembly as disclosed herein, the outlet assembly can be reliably attached to the dispenser without requiring the first and / or second parts to be attached to the dispenser separately. Thus, by providing an attachment between the first and second parts of the outlet assembly, the outlet assembly can be reliably attached to the dispenser.

[0019] Optionally, the first portion includes a first protruding support extending along the central axis of the first portion and configured to be received in a wall hole in the outer wall when the first and second portions are attached to each other, wherein the first protruding support is located radially outward of the first outlet portion and at least partially radially inward of the first protrusion. Technical benefits may include facilitating the positioning and / or securing of the first portion to the second portion and / or to the dispenser. For example, the first protruding support may allow the user to more easily position the first portion relative to the second portion and / or relative to the dispenser. This may mean a faster attachment process and / or more reliable attachment, thereby reducing the risk of mispositioning the first portion to the second portion and / or to the dispenser. Furthermore, the location of the first protruding support on the first portion implies a compact construction.

[0020] As used herein, "extending along the axis" as such may mean "extending in a direction parallel to the axis" or "extending substantially parallel to the axis" (e.g., within ±5 degrees relative to the axis).

[0021] Optionally, the first protruding support includes a radially inner support extending in a direction along the central axis of the first portion, and the second portion includes a first recess extending in a direction along the central axis of the second portion and located radially outer of the second outlet portion, and the radially inner support of the first protruding support is configured to be received in the first recess when the first and second portions are attached to each other. Technical benefits may include facilitating positioning and / or securing of the first portion to the second portion and / or to the dispenser. For example, the first protruding support and the first recess can rotatably position the second portion relative to the first portion and / or the dispenser. Therefore, this could mean a faster attachment process and / or more reliable attachment, reducing the risk of mispositioning the first portion to the second portion and / or to the dispenser. For example, mechanical mating features can facilitate positioning and / or securing because the person assembling the first and second portions can do so easily without visually inspecting the alignment of the components. When the first and second portions are attached to each other, the mechanical connection between the first protruding support and the first recess can signal that the portions are correctly positioned relative to each other.

[0022] Optionally, when viewed in a geometric cross-section perpendicular to the central axis of the first portion, the first protruding support forms an X-shape. Technical benefits may include that the first protruding support can be manufactured more easily while still providing its intended function, such as facilitating positioning and / or securing the first portion.

[0023] Optionally, the first protruding support, such as an X-shaped first protruding support, includes a radially extending first wall member and a second wall member extending tangentially relative to the central axis of the first portion. Preferably, the radial extension of the first wall member and the tangential extension of the second wall member together form an X-shape. Technical benefits may include the ability to more easily manufacture the first protruding support while still providing its intended function, such as facilitating positioning and / or securing the first portion.

[0024] Optionally, the first protrusion and the first protruding support are angularly offset in the circumferential direction of the central axis of the first portion, such that a first radial extension axis extending from the central axis of the first portion and centrally passing through the first protrusion is angularly offset in the circumferential direction from a second radial extension axis extending from the central axis of the first portion and centrally passing through the first protruding support. Technical benefits may include the ability to achieve a more compact first portion and / or outlet assembly. For example, the angular offset allows for greater radial space for the first protrusion and the first protruding support without requiring an expansion of the first portion in the radial direction. Another technical benefit may include facilitating the configuration of the dispenser by more easily finding available space (e.g., the auxiliary openings and wall holes disclosed herein) for accommodating the sections of the first protrusion and the first protruding support.

[0025] Optionally, the first part includes at least two first protruding supports, preferably three, which are spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet. Technical benefits may include further facilitating the positioning and / or securing of the first part to the second part and / or to the dispenser, for example, allowing the user to more easily find the correct position of the first part relative to the second part and / or relative to the dispenser. This may also mean a more reliable attachment to the second part and / or the dispenser.

[0026] Optionally, the at least two first protruding supports, preferably three, are arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet. Technical benefits may include facilitating user positioning of the first portion during attachment, for example, allowing the first portion to be positioned in multiple locations relative to the second portion and / or relative to the dispenser.

[0027] Optionally, the first protrusion includes a first tower and a second tower extending in a direction along the central axis of the first portion, the first and second towers being separated from each other such that a gap is formed between them, the gap being configured to receive and retain the fastening member. Technical benefits may include providing a compact first protrusion. For example, this could provide more space for an outlet for dispensing radial absorbent material.

[0028] Optionally, as seen in a geometric cross-section perpendicular to the central axis of the first portion, the first protrusion has a maximum first length in the radial direction and a minimum second length in the tangential direction, wherein the second length is greater than the first length, for example, at least twice the first length. Technical benefits may include providing a radially compact first protrusion.

[0029] Optionally, the second portion includes a second recess extending along the central axis of the second portion and aligned with the first fastening hole, wherein the second recess is configured to receive the top of the first protrusion when the first and second portions are attached to each other. Technical benefits may include further facilitating the positioning and / or securing of the first portion to the second portion and / or to the dispenser, for example, allowing the user to more easily find the correct position of the first portion relative to the second portion and / or relative to the dispenser. This may also mean a more reliable attachment to the second portion and / or the dispenser. For example, a more reliable attachment can be achieved because the second recess can prevent the first protrusion from excessively expanding in the circumferential direction when the fastening member is inserted into the first protrusion. Thus, a more reliable attachment of the fastening member in the first protrusion can be achieved, thereby reducing the risk of the fastening member being released from the first protrusion.

[0030] Optionally, the second portion includes an outward-facing outer peripheral surface that surrounds the second outlet in its circumferential direction, and the first fastening hole is positioned such that the fastening member, when inserted into the first fastening hole, is at least partially located outside the outward-facing outer peripheral surface. Technical benefits may include the fastening member thus not interfering with the second outlet. This could mean more reliable dispensing of the radiating absorbent material through the outlet assembly. For example, it has been recognized that a uniformly smooth shape of the second outlet contributes to reliable dispensing of the radiating absorbent material. With the aforementioned location of the fastening hole, the shape of the second outlet may not change, for example, providing a uniformly smooth shape.

[0031] Optionally, the outward-facing peripheral surface includes a third recess extending in a direction along the central axis of the second portion and aligned with the first fastening hole, allowing the fastening member to be inserted into the first fastening hole. Technical benefits may include a more compact construction while still allowing easy insertion of the fastening member into the first fastening hole. A compact configuration may be advantageous because it provides more space for other parts of the dispenser and / or greater free space near the dispenser, allowing, for example, a human's fingers to grasp the outlet assembly during installation and removal.

[0032] Optionally, the second part includes at least two, preferably three, first fastening holes spaced apart from each other along the circumferential direction of the second outlet. Technical benefits may include a more stable and robust attachment between the first and second parts. This may also mean more reliable distribution of the radiating absorbent material through the outlet assembly, for example, reducing the risk of deviation from the intended outlet shape due to improper attachment.

[0033] Optionally, at least two, preferably three, first fastening holes are arranged at equal angles to each other along the circumferential direction of the second outlet. Technical benefits may include facilitating user positioning of the second part during attachment, for example, allowing the second part to be positioned in multiple locations relative to the first part and / or the dispenser.

[0034] Optionally, the first portion includes at least two, preferably three, first protrusions spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet. Technical benefits may include a more robust attachment between the first and second portions. This may also mean more reliable dispensing of the radial absorbent material through the outlet assembly, for example, reducing the risk of deviation from the intended shape of the outlet due to improper attachment or movement between the first and second portions. Technical benefits may include convenient positioning of the first portion for the user during attachment, for example, allowing the second portion to be positioned in multiple locations relative to the first portion and / or the dispenser.

[0035] Optionally, at least two, preferably three, first protrusions are arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet. Technical benefits may include facilitating user positioning of the first portion during attachment, for example, allowing the first portion to be positioned in multiple locations relative to the second portion and / or the dispenser.

[0036] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a dispenser according to claim 18 is provided.

[0037] Therefore, a dispenser for a radial absorbent material is provided, comprising an outer wall defining a wall opening extending through the outer wall along an outlet axis, the dispenser further comprising an outlet assembly according to any embodiment of the first aspect of this disclosure. When mounted at the wall opening of the dispenser, first and second portions of the outlet assembly are attached to each other, a portion of the wall opening of the outer wall surrounding the dispenser being located between the first and second portions of the outlet assembly and securely held between the first and second portions of the outlet assembly.

[0038] The advantages and effects of the second aspect of this disclosure are largely similar to those of the first aspect of this disclosure, and vice versa. It should also be noted that all embodiments of the first aspect of this disclosure are applicable to and can be combined with all embodiments of the second aspect of this disclosure, and vice versa.

[0039] Optionally, the outer wall also defines an auxiliary opening having an extension extending through the outer wall in a direction along the outlet axis and located radially outside the wall opening, wherein the dispenser is configured such that a first protrusion is provided through the auxiliary opening from a first side of the outer wall, exposing the first protrusion to an opposite second side of the outer wall, and a second portion is provided from the opposite second side of the outer wall, such that a first retaining hole is aligned with the first protrusion to allow a fastening member to be inserted from the second portion into the first portion, the first portion and the second portion being attachable to each other.

[0040] Optionally, when the outlet assembly includes a first protruding support as described herein, the outer wall further defines a wall hole with an opening extending from the opening of the wall hole in a direction along the outlet axis and extending from a first side of the outer wall toward an opposite second side of the outer wall, the wall hole being located radially outside the wall opening and at least partially radially inside the auxiliary opening, and the first protruding support being configured to be received in the wall hole when the first portion and the second portion are attached to each other.

[0041] According to a third aspect of the present invention, a method according to claim 1 is provided.

[0042] Therefore, a method is provided for arranging an outlet assembly according to any embodiment of the first aspect of this disclosure to an outer wall of a dispenser for a radial absorbent material, the outer wall defining a wall opening extending through the outer wall along an outlet axis. The method includes:

[0043] - Move the first portion from its initial unattached state outside the first side of the outer wall toward the first side of the outer wall until the first protrusion extends through the opening in the outer wall, such that the first protrusion is exposed on the opposite second side of the outer wall, and

[0044] - Move the second part from its initial unattached state outside the opposite second side of the outer wall toward the opposite second side of the outer wall until the first fastening hole aligns with and approaches the first protrusion.

[0045] The advantages and effects of the third aspect of this disclosure are largely similar to those of the first and second aspects of this disclosure, and vice versa. It should also be noted that all embodiments of the first and second aspects of this disclosure are applicable to and can be combined with all embodiments of the third aspect of this disclosure, and vice versa. For example, this method provides a convenient attachment process for the user, which also provides a reliable and robust attachment to the outer wall of the dispenser. For example, the first and second parts can be easily connected by the configuration of the outlet assembly and / or dispenser disclosed herein, particularly when they have mating physical features so that they can be felt when they are correctly positioned relative to each other. Further benefits can be obtained when physical features such as auxiliary openings (or protrusions) are provided in the dispenser wall and can mate with physical features on the various parts of the outlet assembly to determine the mechanical engagement between the various parts of the outlet assembly and the dispenser wall. The symmetrical arrangement of the physical features on the first and second parts of the outlet assembly allows the outlet assembly to be mounted in multiple locations at the openings in the outer wall of the dispenser, meaning that less concern is needed when positioning the various parts of the assembly relative to each other. For example, a slight rotation between the parts may be sufficient to align them correctly.

[0046] The actions of this method are not necessarily performed in the order disclosed herein. Furthermore, some actions may be performed simultaneously, or at least partially simultaneously. For example, the movement of the first and second parts may be performed simultaneously or at least partially simultaneously in any order.

[0047] Optionally, the outer wall further defines an auxiliary opening that extends through the outer wall in a direction along the outlet axis and is located radially outside the wall opening, wherein moving the first portion includes moving the first portion from an initial unconnected state outside the first side of the outer wall toward the first side of the outer wall until the first protrusion extends through the auxiliary opening such that the first protrusion is exposed on the opposite second side of the outer wall.

[0048] Optionally, the method further includes:

[0049] Insert the fastening component from the second part into the first part.

[0050] As disclosed herein, inserting the fastening member from the second part into the first part may imply a safer configuration, avoiding unnecessary removal of the outlet assembly from a first side of the outer wall, which could be the outside of the dispenser. The insertion of the fastening member will securely attach the first and second parts to each other.

[0051] Other advantages and advantageous features of this disclosure are disclosed in the following description and dependent claims. Attached Figure Description

[0052] Referring to the accompanying drawings, embodiments of the present disclosure, which are cited as examples, will now be described in more detail.

[0053] In the attached diagram:

[0054] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the export components and dispenser based on the examples in this disclosure;

[0055] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the first protrusion according to the example of this disclosure;

[0056] Figures 3a-3b This is a perspective view of the second part of the export component according to the example of this disclosure;

[0057] Figures 4a-4d This is a perspective view of the export components and dispenser based on the examples in this disclosure;

[0058] Figure 5 This is a flowchart of a method according to the example of this disclosure; and

[0059] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the dispenser and export components based on the examples in this disclosure.

[0060] The accompanying drawings illustrate illustrative and non-limiting examples of the invention and are therefore not necessarily drawn to scale. It should be understood that the examples shown and described are exemplary, and the invention is not limited to these examples. It should also be noted that some details in the drawings may be exaggerated in order to better describe and illustrate this disclosure. Unless otherwise stated, the same reference numerals refer to the same elements throughout the specification. For clarity, some reference numerals may be omitted in some figures. Detailed Implementation

[0061] Figure 1 An exploded view illustrates the unassembled outlet component 1 according to an example of this disclosure. Figure 1 A portion of the outer wall 30 of the dispenser 40 for the spreadable absorbent material is also shown. More specifically, an outlet assembly 1 is shown for use at a wall opening 31 in the outer wall 30 of the dispenser 40 for the spreadable absorbent material. As an example, the outlet assembly 1 can be represented as a nozzle. The outlet assembly 1 is adapted, for example, to ensure that the spreadable absorbent material is separated during dispensing, for example, along the perforation lines of the spreadable absorbent material. Thus, the dispenser 40 can provide product-by-product dispensing of individual products. Alternatively, the outlet assembly 1 can provide continuous dispensing.

[0062] The outlet assembly 1 is adapted to form an outlet for dispensing radial absorbent material from the dispenser 40 through the wall opening 31. The outlet assembly 1 includes:

[0063] - A first portion 10, which defines a first outlet portion 12 having an extension along the central axis X1 of the first portion 10; and

[0064] - Second part 20, which defines a second outlet 22 having an extension along the central axis X2 of the second part 20.

[0065] The first portion 10 includes a first protrusion 14 extending in a direction along the central axis X1 of the first portion 10, configured to receive and retain a fastening member (not shown). The second portion 20 includes a first fastening hole 24 extending in a direction along the central axis X2 of the second portion. The first fastening hole 24 is configured to receive a fastening member. The fastening member can be any type of elongated fastening member, such as a screw, rivet, pin, etc.

[0066] In the example shown, two first fastening holes 24, 24' are illustrated. Additionally, in the example shown, three first protrusions 14, 14', 14" are illustrated. However, it should be noted that any number of first fastening holes and / or first protrusions can be provided, for example, one, two, three, four, or five protrusions on each corresponding first and / or second portion. It is preferable to provide more than one attachment location between the first and second portions 10, 20, such as... Figure 1 The three attachment locations are shown. By providing more than one attachment location, the attachment stability between the first and second portions 10, 20 can be improved, especially if the attachment locations are evenly distributed around the outer periphery of the first outlet portion 12 and the second outlet portion 22. The even distribution of attachment locations also provides the benefit that there are multiple ways to attach the first and second portions of the outlet assembly 1 to each other, which facilitates quick and easy installation of the outlet assembly 1 into the dispenser 40.

[0067] The first part 10 and the second part 20 are configured such that the first protrusion 14 faces the second part 10 by setting the first part 10 and the first fastening hole 24 is aligned with the first protrusion 4 by setting the second part 20 to allow the fastening member to be inserted into the first part 10 from the second part 20 and attached to each other, and such that when the first part 10 and the second part 30 are attached to each other, the first outlet 12 and the second outlet 22 form outlets for dispensing the radial absorbent material from the dispenser 40 through the wall opening 31 in the direction along the outlet axis X.

[0068] from Figure 1 As can be seen, the second outlet portion 22 of the second part 20 can be formed in a conical shape, which gradually tapers in the direction toward the first part 10 when the second part 20 is attached to the first part. For example, as shown, the second outlet portion 22 can have a funnel shape, which gradually tapers toward the first part 10 when the second part 20 is attached to the first part, thereby facilitating the dispensing of radial absorbent material from the dispenser 40.

[0069] like Figure 1 As further shown, the first portion 10 may include a first protruding support 16 extending in a direction along the central axis X1 of the first portion 10 and configured to be received in a wall hole 33 of the outer wall 30 when the first portion 10 and the second portion 20 are attached to each other. As shown, the first protruding support 16 may be located radially outward of the first outlet portion 12 and at least partially radially inward of the first protrusion 14. For example, as Figure 1 As shown, the first protruding support 16 can be located entirely radially inside the first protrusion 14. The radial direction used here is the direction that intersects with and is perpendicular to the corresponding axis it refers to.

[0070] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, when viewed in a geometric section perpendicular to the central axis X1 of the first part 10, the first protruding support 16 can form an X shape.

[0071] In the example shown, the first protruding support 16, i.e., the X-shaped first protruding support 16, includes a radially extending first wall member 164 and a second wall member 166 extending in a tangential direction relative to the central axis X1 of the first portion 10. The radial extension of the first wall member 164 and the tangential extension of the second wall member 166 together form an X-shape. However, it should be noted that the X-shape can be achieved by two additional wall members, such as wall members that do not extend in the radial and / or tangential directions relative to the central axis X1. It should also be noted that the two optional wall members do not necessarily form an X-shape, and other shapes are also feasible, such as L-shapes, H-shapes, U-shapes, J-shapes, T-shapes, etc., observed in a geometric cross-section perpendicular to the central axis X1 of the first portion 10. As disclosed herein, forming the first protruding support 16 by two wall members is advantageous in manufacturing the first portion 10. For example, if the first portion 10 is manufactured by injection molding, the space used to form the first protruding support 16 can be filled efficiently. Furthermore, providing the first protruding support 16 may require less material.

[0072] For example, such as Figure 1 As further shown, the first protrusion 14 and the first protruding support 16 can be offset at an angle α in the circumferential direction of the central axis X1 of the first part 10, such that a first radial extension axis r1 extending from the central axis X1 of the first part 10 and centrally passing through the first protrusion 14 is offset at an angle to a second radial extension axis r2 in the circumferential direction, which extends from the central axis X1 of the first part 10 and centrally passes through the first protruding support 16. Therefore, for example, more usable space can be provided for these two parts, meaning a more compact structure.

[0073] For example, such as Figure 1As further shown, the first portion 10 may include at least two first protruding supports 16, 16', 16" which are spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet portion 12. In the illustrated example, the first portion 10 includes three first protruding supports 16, 16', 16" each associated with a corresponding first protrusion 14, 14', 14" The number of first protruding supports 16, 16', 16" may be equal to the number of first protrusions 14, 14', 14"

[0074] For example, such as Figure 1 As further shown, at least two first protruding support portions 16, 16', 16" can be arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet portion 12. In the example shown, three first protruding support portions 16, 16', 16" are arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet portion 12.

[0075] Figure 2 A perspective view of the first protrusion 14 according to an example of this disclosure is shown. Figure 2 The first protrusion 14 in the middle can be, for example, as follows: Figure 1 The first protrusion 14 is shown. As shown, the first protrusion 14 may include a first tower portion 142 and a second tower portion 144 extending in a direction along the central axis X1 of the first portion 10, the first and second tower portions 142, 144 being separated from each other such that they form a gap 146 therebetween, the gap 146 being configured to receive and retain a fastening member (not shown). As shown, the gap 146 may preferably extend in the direction along the central axis X1 and radially such that it defines a segment separating the first and second tower portions 142, 144. Viewed from the tangential direction of the first protrusion 14, the gap also preferably has a width w1 as seen in a geometric section perpendicular to the central axis X1 of the first portion 10.

[0076] The fastening member to be accommodated in the gap 146 can be a threaded screw, such as a screw with cutting threads. The first and second tower portions 142, 146 can be arranged to accommodate and retain the screw within the gap 146. For example, the gap 146 may include corresponding threads for the thread. Alternatively, the screw with cutting threads can be retained in the gap 146 by the plastic deformation of the first and second tower portions 142, 144 caused by inserting the screw with cutting threads into the gap 146.

[0077] For example, such as Figure 2Further, as seen in the geometric section perpendicular to the central axis X1 of the first portion 10, the first protrusion 14 can have a maximum first length rmax in the radial direction and a maximum second length Tmax in the tangential direction, wherein the second length Tmax is greater than the first length rmax. In the example shown, the second length Tmax is at least twice the size of the first length rmax. This means that the fastening member can be reliably held in a compact configuration within the gap 146 during use. For example, a larger second length Tmax may mean higher bending stiffness in the tangential direction. Higher bending stiffness in the tangential direction, in turn, may mean a more reliable connection with the fastening member.

[0078] Figures 3a-3b An example of the second portion 20 according to the present disclosure is shown in perspective. As shown, the second portion 20 may include a second recess 28 extending in a direction along the central axis X2 of the second portion, the second recess also being aligned with the first fastening hole 24. The second recess 28 is configured to receive the top 148 of the first protrusion 14 when the first portion 10 and the second portion 20 are attached to each other (see...). Figure 2 For example, the second recess 28 may have a tangential extension corresponding to the second length Tmax, such that the first protrusion 14 fits tightly into the second recess 28. The tangential extension of the second recess 28 prevents the first and second tower portions 142, 144 from bending away from each other tangentially beyond a maximum length when the fastening member is inserted therein. This maximum length can be very small, for example, 1 mm or less, thereby reducing the risk of the tower portions 142, 144 bending away from each other. This may mean a more reliable attachment of the first and second portions 10, 20.

[0079] For example, Figure 3a As further seen, the second portion 20 may include an outwardly facing outer peripheral surface 202 that surrounds the second outlet portion 22 in the circumferential direction, and the first fastening hole 24 may be positioned such that the fastening member, when inserted into the first fastening hole 24, is at least partially located outside the outwardly facing outer peripheral surface 202. For example, as shown, the outwardly facing outer peripheral surface 202 may include a third recess 2022 extending in a direction along the central axis X2 of the second portion 20, the third recess being aligned with the first fastening hole 24, thereby allowing the fastening member to be inserted into the first fastening hole 24. As further shown, the third recess 2022 is preferably configured so as not to interfere with the second outlet portion 22. This may mean more reliable distribution of the radial absorbent material. For example, the third recess 22 may be positioned radially outside the funnel-shaped second outlet portion 22 as shown, i.e., it does not interrupt the funnel shape of the second outlet portion 22.

[0080] For example, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3a As shown, the second part 20 may include at least two first fastening holes 24, 24', preferably three first fastening holes, which are spaced apart from each other along the circumferential direction of the second outlet 22. Typically, the second part 20 may include the same number of first fastening holes 24, 24' as the first protrusions 14, 14', 14'" of the first part 10. For example, at least two first fastening holes 24, 24', preferably three first fastening holes may be arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the second outlet 22, for example, at 120 degrees to each other.

[0081] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the first part 10 may include at least two first protrusions 14, 14', preferably three first protrusions 14, 14', 14'', which are spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet part 12. Furthermore, the at least two first protrusions 14, 14', preferably three first protrusions 14, 14', 14''' can be arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet part 12, for example, at 120 degrees to each other.

[0082] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the first protruding support 16 may include a radially inner support 162 extending in the direction along the central axis X1 of the first portion 10. Therefore, as... Figure 3b As shown, the second portion (20) may include a first recess 26 extending in a direction along the central axis X2 of the second portion 20 and located radially outward of the second outlet portion 22, wherein a radially inner support portion 162 of the first protruding support portion 16 is configured to be received in the first recess 26 when the first portion 10 and the second portion 20 are attached to each other. In the example shown, there are three such recesses for receiving the respective radially inner support portions 162, which are arranged circumferentially spaced from each other.

[0083] Figures 4a-4d A perspective view of the wall portion 30 of the dispenser 40 according to this disclosure is shown. Figures 4a-4d Further examples of the methods according to this disclosure are shown.

[0084] therefore, Figures 4a-4d The diagram shows the outlet portion of a dispenser 40 for a radial absorbent material, the dispenser 40 including an outer wall 30 defining a wall opening 31. The wall opening 31 extends through the outer wall 30 along an outlet axis X. The dispenser 40 also includes an outlet assembly 1 according to an example of a first aspect of this disclosure, for example... Figure 1 The export component is shown. (As shown) Figures 4a-4d As shown, when the first and second parts 10 and 20 are attached to each other, the central axis X1 of the first part 10 and the central axis X2 of the second part 20 are aligned with the outlet axis X.

[0085] For example, such as Figure 4a As shown in -b, the outer wall 30 also defines an auxiliary opening 32 having an extension extending through the outer wall 30 in a direction X0 along the outlet axis X, the outer wall 30 being located radially outside the wall opening 31. The dispenser 40 can be configured such that the first portion 10 and the second portion 20 can be attached to each other by providing a first protrusion 14 through the auxiliary opening 32 from a first side A1 of the outer wall 30, such that the first protrusion 14 is exposed on the opposite second side A2 of the outer wall 30. Figure 4b An example of an exposed first protrusion 14 is shown, i.e., the first protrusion 14 is accessible and is at least partially disposed on the opposite second side A2. The dispenser 40 can be configured such that the first portion 10 and the second portion 20 are further disposed from the opposite second side A2 of the outer wall 30 such that the first fastening hole 24 is aligned with the first protrusion 14, thereby allowing the fastening member 50 (see...) Figures 4c-4d The second part 10 is inserted into the first part 10, and they can be attached to each other.

[0086] For example, such as Figures 4a-4b As shown, the outer wall 30 may also define a wall hole 33 with an opening, wherein the wall hole 33 extends from the opening of the wall hole 33 in a direction along the outlet axis X and extends from a first side A1 of the outer wall 30 toward the opposite second side A2 of the outer wall 30. Furthermore, the wall hole 33 is located radially outward of the wall opening 31 and at least partially radially inward of the auxiliary opening 32, and the first protruding support 16 is configured to be received in the wall hole 33 when the first portion 10 and the second portion 20 are attached to each other.

[0087] In the example shown, three auxiliary openings 32, 32', and 32" are depicted. Furthermore, in the example shown, three wall holes 33, 33', and 33" are shown. Therefore, for example, if the first portion 10 includes three first protrusions 14, 14', and 14", then the outer wall 30 may have three corresponding auxiliary openings 32, 32', and 32". Similarly, for example, if the first portion 10 includes three first protruding supports 16, 16', and 16", then the outer wall 30 may have three corresponding wall holes 33, 33', and 33".

[0088] The first part 10 and / or the second part 20 may be manufactured, for example, by injection molding. For example, the first part 10 and / or the second part 20 may be made of a polymer material.

[0089] Reference Figures 4a-4d And the flowchart shown Figure 5The present disclosure will describe a method for arranging the outlet component 1 disclosed herein onto the outer wall 30 of a distributor 40 for radial absorbent material, according to an example of the present disclosure.

[0090] The method includes:

[0091] S1: Move the first part 10 from its initial unattached state outside the first side A1 of the outer wall 30 toward the first side A1 of the outer wall 30 (see...) Figure 4a ), until the first protrusions 14, 14', 14” extend through the openings 32, 32', 32” of the outer wall 30, so that the first protrusions 14, 14', 14” are exposed on the opposite second side A2 of the outer wall 30 (see Figure 4b ).

[0092] The method also includes:

[0093] S2: Move the second part 20 from its initial unattached state outside the opposite second side A2 of the outer wall 30 toward the opposite second side A2 of the outer wall 30 (see...) Figure 4b ), until the first fastening holes 24, 24', 24” are aligned with and close to the first protrusions 14, 14', 14” (see Figure 4c ).

[0094] The method may also include:

[0095] S3: Insert the fastening member 50 from the second part 20 into the first part 10. In the example shown, there are three threaded screw-type fastening members 50. The screws 50 can be screwed into the first fastening holes 24, 24', 24” using a screwdriver (not shown).

[0096] As described above, the outer wall 30 of the dispenser 40 may also define auxiliary openings 32, 32', 32" that extend through the outer wall 30 in the direction X0 along the outlet axis X and are located radially outside the wall opening 31. Moving the first portion 10 may include moving the first portion 10 from an initial unattached state outside the first side A1 of the outer wall 30 toward the first side of the outer wall 30 until the first protrusions 14, 14', 14" extend through the auxiliary openings 32, 32', 32" such that the first protrusions 14, 14', 14" are exposed on the opposite second side A2 of the outer wall 30.

[0097] Figure 6 A perspective view of a dispenser 40 according to an example of this disclosure is shown. For example, dispenser 40 may include, for example, Figure 1 , 2 The outlet component 1 is shown in any of 3 and 4. As shown, the first side A1 is typically the outer side of the dispenser 40. Therefore, the second side A2 is typically the inner side of the dispenser 40.

[0098] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the embodiments shown above and in the accompanying drawings; rather, those skilled in the art will recognize that many changes and modifications can be made within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An outlet assembly (1) for arrangement at a wall opening (31) in the outer wall (30) of a dispenser (40) for a web-like absorbent material, said outlet assembly (1) being adapted to form an outlet for dispensing the web-like absorbent material from the dispenser through the wall opening (31), in, The export component (1) includes: - A first part (10) defining a first outlet portion (12) having an extension along the central axis (X1) of the first part (10); and - Second part (20), which defines a second outlet (22), the second outlet having an extension along the central axis (X2) of the second part (20); The first portion (10) includes a first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') extending in a direction along the central axis (X1) of the first portion (10) and configured to receive and retain the fastening member (50), and the second portion (20) includes a first fastening hole (24, 24', 24'') extending in a direction along the central axis (X2) of the second portion (20) and configured to receive the fastening member (50). The first portion (10) and the second portion (20) are configured to attach to each other by setting the first portion (10) such that the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') faces the second portion (20), and by setting the second portion (20) such that the first fastening hole (24) is aligned with the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') to allow the fastening member (50) to be inserted from the second portion (20) into the first portion (10); and When the first part (10) and the second part (20) are attached to each other, the first outlet (12) and the second outlet (22) form outlets for dispensing the radial absorbent material from the dispenser through the wall opening (31) in a direction along the outlet axis (X). The first portion (10) includes a first protruding support (16, 16', 16''), which extends along the central axis (X1) of the first portion (10) and is configured to be received in a wall hole (33) of the outer wall (30) when the first portion (10) and the second portion (20) are attached to each other. The first protruding support (16, 16', 16'') is located radially outward of the first outlet portion (12) and at least partially radially inward of the first protrusion (14, 14', 14''). The first protruding support (16, 16', 16'') includes a radially inner support (162) extending in a direction along the central axis (X1) of the first portion (10), and the second portion (20) includes a first recess (26) extending in a direction along the central axis (X2) of the second portion (20) and located radially outside the second outlet (22), wherein the radially inner support (162) of the first protruding support (16, 16', 16'') is configured to be received within the first recess (26) when the first portion (10) and the second portion (20) are attached to each other.

2. The export component (1) according to claim 1, wherein, Viewed from a geometric section perpendicular to the central axis (X1) of the first portion (10), the first protruding support (16, 16', 16'') forms an X shape.

3. The export component (1) according to claim 2, wherein, The first protruding support portion (16, 16', 16'') of the X shape includes a radially extending first wall member (164) and a second wall member (166) extending in a tangential direction relative to the central axis (X1) of the first portion (10).

4. The outlet assembly (1) according to claim 3, wherein the radial extension of the first wall member (164) and the tangential extension of the second wall member (166) together form an X shape.

5. The export component (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, Viewed from the circumferential direction of the central axis (X1) of the first part (10), the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') and the first protruding support (16, 16', 16'') are offset by an angle (α). The first radial extension axis (r1) extending from the central axis (X1) of the first part (10) and passing centrally through the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') is offset at an angle to the second radial extension axis (r2) in the circumferential direction, the second radial extension axis extending from the central axis (X1) of the first part (10) and passing centrally through the first protruding support (16, 16', 16'').

6. The export component (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The first part (10) includes at least two first protruding support portions (16, 16', 16'') arranged at intervals from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet portion (12).

7. The export component (1) according to claim 6, wherein, The first part (10) includes three first protruding supports arranged at intervals from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet part (12).

8. The export component (1) according to claim 6, wherein, The at least two first protruding support portions (16, 16', 16'') are arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet portion (12).

9. The export component (1) according to claim 7, wherein, The three first protruding support portions are arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet portion (12).

10. The export component (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') includes a first tower (142) and a second tower (144) extending in a direction along the central axis (X1) of the first portion (10), the first tower (142) and the second tower (144) being spaced apart from each other such that a gap (146) is formed between them, the gap being configured to receive and retain the fastening member (50).

11. The export component (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, As seen in a geometric section perpendicular to the central axis (X1) of the first portion (10), the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') has a maximum first length (rmax) in the radial direction and a maximum second length (Tmax) in the tangential direction, wherein the second length (Tmax) is greater than the first length (rmax), for example, at least twice the first length (rmax).

12. The export component (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The second portion (20) includes a second recess (28) that extends in a direction along the central axis (X2) of the second portion (20) and is aligned with the first fastening hole (24, 24', 24''), wherein the second recess (28) is configured to receive the top (148) of the first protrusion (14) when the first portion (10) and the second portion (20) are attached to each other.

13. The export component (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The second portion (20) includes an outwardly facing peripheral surface (202) that surrounds the second outlet portion (22) in the circumferential direction, and wherein the first fastening hole (24, 24', 24'') is positioned such that the fastening member (50) is at least partially located outside the outwardly facing peripheral surface (202) when inserted into the first fastening hole (24, 24', 24'').

14. The export component (1) according to claim 13, wherein, The outward-facing peripheral surface (202) includes a third recess (2022) that extends in the direction along the central axis (X2) of the second portion (20) and is aligned with the first fastening holes (24, 24', 24''), thereby allowing the fastening member (50) to be inserted into the first fastening holes (24, 24', 24'').

15. The outlet assembly (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second part (20) includes at least two first fastening holes (24, 24', 24'') arranged at intervals from each other in the circumferential direction of the second outlet portion (22).

16. The outlet assembly (1) according to claim 15, wherein the second portion (20) includes three first fastening holes arranged at intervals from each other along the circumferential direction of the second outlet portion (22).

17. The export component (1) according to claim 15, wherein, The at least two first fastening holes (24, 24', 24'') are arranged at equal angles to each other along the circumferential direction of the second outlet (22).

18. The export component (1) according to claim 16, wherein, The three first fastening holes are arranged at equal angles to each other along the circumferential direction of the second outlet (22).

19. The export component (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein, The first part (10) includes at least two first protrusions (14, 14', 14'') arranged at intervals from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet part (12).

20. The export component (1) according to claim 19, wherein, The first part (10) includes three first protrusions arranged at intervals from each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet part (12).

21. The export component (1) according to claim 19, wherein, The at least two first protrusions (14, 14', 14'') are arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet (12).

22. The export component (1) according to claim 20, wherein, The three first protrusions are arranged at equal angles to each other in the circumferential direction of the first outlet (12).

23. A dispenser (40) for a radial absorbent material, the dispenser comprising an outer wall (30) defining a wall opening (31) extending through the outer wall (30) along an outlet axis (X), the dispenser (40) further comprising an outlet assembly (1) according to any of the preceding claims.

24. The dispenser (40) according to claim 23, wherein, The outer wall (30) further defines auxiliary openings (32, 32', 32''), which have an extension extending through the outer wall (30) in a direction (X0) along the outlet axis (X) and are located radially outside the wall opening (31), wherein the distributor (40) is configured such that the first portion (10) and the second portion (20) can be attached to each other by means of: through the auxiliary openings (32, 32', 32'') extending from the first side (A1) of the outer wall (30). 32'') Provide a first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') such that the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') is exposed on the opposite second side (A2) of the outer wall (30), and by providing a second part (20) from the opposite second side of the outer wall (30), the first fastening hole (24, 24', 24'') is aligned with the first protrusion (14, 14', 14''), thereby allowing the fastening member (50) to be inserted from the second part (20) into the first part (10).

25. The dispenser (40) according to claim 24, wherein the outer wall (30) further defines a wall hole (33, 33', 33'') with an opening, the wall hole (33, 33', 33'') extending from the opening of the wall hole (33, 33', 33'') in a direction along the outlet axis (X) and extending from a first side (A1) of the outer wall (30) toward an opposite second side (A2) of the outer wall (30), wherein, The wall hole (33, 33', 33'') is located radially outside the wall opening (31) and at least partially radially inside the auxiliary opening (32, 32', 32''), wherein the first protruding support (16) is configured to be received in the wall hole (33, 33', 33'') when the first part (10) and the second part (20) are attached to each other.

26. The dispenser (40) according to any one of claims 23-25 ​​further includes the radial absorbent material, wherein the outlet assembly (1) forms an outlet for dispensing the radial absorbent material from the dispenser (40) through a wall opening (31).

27. A method for arranging an outlet assembly (1) according to any one of claims 1-22 onto an outer wall (30) of a dispenser (40) for a radial absorbent material, the outer wall (30) defining a wall opening (31) extending through the outer wall (30) along an outlet axis (X), the method comprising: - (S1) Move the first part (10) from its initial unattached state outside the first side (A1) of the outer wall (30) toward the first side of the outer wall (30) until the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') extends through the opening (32, 32', 32'') of the outer wall (30), such that the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') is exposed on the opposite second side (A2) of the outer wall (30), and - (S2) Move the second part (20) from its initial unattached state outside the opposite second side (A2) of the outer wall (30) toward the opposite second side (A2) of the outer wall (30) until the first fastening hole (24, 24', 24'') is aligned with and close to the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'').

28. The method according to claim 27, wherein, The outer wall (30) also defines an auxiliary opening (32, 32', 32'') that extends through the outer wall (30) in a direction (X0) along the outlet axis (X) and is located radially outside the wall opening (31), wherein moving the first portion (10) includes moving the first portion (10) from an initial unattached state outside the first side (A1) of the outer wall (30) toward the first side (A1) of the outer wall (30) until the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') extends through the auxiliary opening (32, 32', 32'') such that the first protrusion (14, 14', 14'') is exposed on the opposite second side (A2) of the outer wall (30).

29. The method according to any one of claims 27 to 28, further comprising: - (S3) Insert the fastening member (50) from the second part (20) into the first part (10).

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