Forming method of magnetic table board

The combination of wedge-shaped grooves and locking strips solves the problems of difficult installation and replacement of magnetic tabletops, enabling convenient connection and replacement of panels, reducing purchase costs and improving the user experience.

CN118952401BActive Publication Date: 2026-05-12UE FURNITURE CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
UE FURNITURE CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-07-31
Publication Date
2026-05-12

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Technical Problem

The existing magnetic tabletops are difficult to install. The glue bonding leads to inaccurate positioning, and the magnetic material layer is difficult to replace, which increases the purchase cost and affects the user experience.

Method used

The combination structure of locking strip and connecting plate, through the cooperation of wedge groove and locking strip, enables the detachable connection between the plate and the tabletop, avoiding glue bonding, reducing installation difficulty and supporting convenient replacement.

Benefits of technology

It enables simple installation and convenient replacement of panels and tabletops, reduces purchase costs, improves user experience, and has a simple structure without affecting the strength of the tabletop.

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Abstract

The application provides a forming method of a magnetic table board, which comprises the following steps of processing a table board, prepositioning a plate piece and a locking strip, assembling, locking and the like. The method is characterized in that a strip-shaped groove extending horizontally and narrowing from top to bottom is formed on the table board. When the horizontal plate of the plate piece is attached to the upper end surface of the table board, the connecting plate of the plate piece in the strip-shaped groove is pressed by the locking strip, so that the plate piece capable of being attracted by magnetic material is connected to the table board in a detachable manner. The structure is simple, the plate piece is convenient to maintain and replace in the later period, the purchase cost of the table board is reduced, and the use experience of the table board is improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of furniture, and in particular to a method for forming a magnetic tabletop. Background Technology

[0002] In order to give the tabletop a magnetic function, tables on the market will install a part on the wooden tabletop that can attract magnets. This allows the table to generate magnetic attraction on the tabletop while providing support, making the tabletop more versatile.

[0003] For example, in the desk patent with publication number CN212815034, the magnetic material layer and the substrate layer of the desk are bonded together with glue, and the magnetic stop bar can attract the magnetic material layer, so that the magnetic stop bar can be attached to the upper surface of the table; however, such a table has shortcomings.

[0004] The magnetic material layer is glued to the tabletop of the panel, which is quite difficult to install. Glue needs to be applied to the tabletop, and the magnetic material layer must be accurately positioned before being attached. Uneven glue application or inaccurate positioning of the magnetic material layer will affect the bonding effect.

[0005] The adhesive-bonded magnetic material layer and silicone layer have become part of the tabletop. After prolonged use, the magnetism of the magnetic material layer weakens and needs to be replaced. However, the adhesive-bonded magnetic material layer is difficult to remove from the substrate for replacement, requiring the purchase of a new tabletop, which increases the cost of the tabletop and affects the user experience of the magnetic tabletop. Summary of the Invention

[0006] To address the aforementioned technical problems, the present invention aims to provide a method for forming a magnetic tabletop. This method utilizes a locking strip to press a connecting plate located within a strip-shaped groove, allowing a plate that can be attracted by a magnetic material to be detachably connected to the tabletop. The method features a simple structure, facilitates the later maintenance and replacement of the plate, reduces the purchase cost of the tabletop, and enhances the user experience.

[0007] The technical solution of this invention is implemented as follows:

[0008] A method for forming a magnetic tabletop, comprising:

[0009] S1: Processing the tabletop; Starting from one end of the tabletop, a horizontally extending strip-shaped groove is opened on the upper surface of the tabletop; The strip-shaped groove includes a first sidewall and a second sidewall, and from bottom to top, the first sidewall and the second sidewall gradually narrow, so that the cross-sectional shape of the strip-shaped groove is a wedge shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom.

[0010] S2: Pre-set plate and locking strip; the plate includes a horizontal plate, one end of which extends downward and forms a connecting plate; the locking strip has a wedge-shaped cross-section that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom;

[0011] S3: Assembly; Place the horizontal plate on the upper end face of the first side wall to close the upper opening of the strip groove, and at the same time attach the connecting plate to the second side wall; then insert the locking strip into the strip groove along the opening of the strip groove at the end of the table, so that the locking strip is between the first side wall and the connecting plate.

[0012] S4: Locking; controls the locking bar to move upward and press the connecting plate, so that the plate is installed on the table.

[0013] Preferably, in step S1, a slot is provided on the second sidewall; in step S2, the connecting plate extends laterally to the outside of the horizontal plate and forms a locking plate; in step S3, the locking plate is inserted into the slot; in step S4, when the locking strip presses the connecting plate upward, the locking plate acts on the groove wall of the slot to restrict the connecting plate from moving upward.

[0014] Preferably, in step S2, the horizontal plate extends downward toward the opposite end of the strip groove to form a vertical plate that adheres to the corresponding side wall of the tabletop. The vertical plate then extends inward toward the tabletop to form a horizontal plate that adheres to the bottom surface of the tabletop. The horizontal plate, vertical plate, and horizontal plate form a U-shaped groove that opens toward the tabletop. In step S3, the corresponding end of the tabletop is inserted into and fixed in the U-shaped groove, so that the other end of the horizontal plate is also connected and fixed, making the connection of the plate on the tabletop more secure.

[0015] Preferably, in step S1, the bottom surface of the tabletop is provided with at least one screw hole; in step S2, the horizontal plate is provided with an oblong hole corresponding to the position of the screw hole; in step S3, the screw passes through the oblong hole and is screwed into the screw hole, so that the horizontal plate is connected to the bottom surface of the tabletop; the screw can strengthen the connection of the horizontal plate and prevent the plate from sliding or moving laterally on the tabletop; the oblong hole provides sufficient clearance for screw installation, making the connection between the horizontal plate and the bottom surface of the tabletop more efficient.

[0016] Preferably, in step S1, two spaced strip-shaped grooves are provided on the upper surface of the tabletop; in step S2, the connecting plates extend from both ends of the horizontal plate; in steps S3 and S4, the connecting plates are installed in the corresponding strip-shaped grooves by locking strips; thus, the installation position of the horizontal plate is no longer limited to the end of the tabletop, enriching the functionality of the tabletop.

[0017] Preferably, in step S2, the bottom end of the locking strip is provided with at least one screw hole; in step S1, the bottom end of the tabletop is provided with a through hole connected to the bottom of the groove in the strip-shaped recess, and the position of the through hole corresponds to the position of the screw hole; after step S2, there is a further step:

[0018] S2a: Pre-set control screws; the number of control screws corresponds to the number of screw holes, and the control screw includes a threaded section and a screw head;

[0019] S2b: Installation; align the threaded section of the control screw with the screw hole, and position the screw head downwards;

[0020] In step S3, after the locking strip is placed between the first side wall and the connecting plate, the screw head abuts against the bottom of the groove in the strip-shaped groove.

[0021] In step S4, a screwdriver is used to twist the screw head through the through hole to control the locking strip to move upward in the strip-shaped groove and press the connecting plate, so that the plate is installed on the table. The through hole is equivalent to a clearance hole, which can provide clearance space for the screwdriver, so that the screwdriver can apply rotational torque to the control screw, thereby controlling the upward movement of the locking strip more efficiently and effortlessly, and improving the efficiency of plate installation or disassembly.

[0022] Preferably, in step S2a, the screw head is flat. A flat screw head occupies less space, making it easier to place in the strip groove, and also means that the strip groove does not need to be too deep, thus ensuring the structural strength of the tabletop.

[0023] Preferably, when it is necessary to replace a part, step S5 can be followed:

[0024] S5: Use a screwdriver to twist the screw head through the through hole to rotate it in the opposite direction, causing the locking strip to move downwards and loosen the connecting plate, thereby separating the plate from the tabletop; this allows the plate to be replaced after long-term use, reducing the purchase cost of the tabletop.

[0025] Preferably, in step S4, after the locking strip moves upward in the strip-shaped groove and presses against the connecting plate, the control screw forms a threaded connection with the locking strip and provides upward support for the locking strip to prevent the locking strip from moving downward.

[0026] The beneficial effects of the present invention, which adopts the above technical solution, are as follows:

[0027] When assembling the panels that can be attracted by magnetic materials with the tabletop, glue is no longer used. Instead, the locking strip is controlled to move upward and press the connecting plate, so that the horizontal plate of the panel is flat on the upper surface of the tabletop. The structure is simple and reduces the difficulty of installing the panels and the tabletop.

[0028] The panel and the tabletop are detachably connected through the cooperation of locking strips and connecting plates. After the tabletop has been used for a long time, the locking strips can be controlled to move downwards, allowing the panel to be quickly removed from the tabletop for replacement or maintenance. The disassembly and assembly are easy and efficient, eliminating the need to purchase a new tabletop, reducing the purchase cost of the tabletop, and improving the user experience.

[0029] The locking bar is connected to a control screw. The head of the control screw rests against the bottom of the groove in the strip. The threaded section of the control screw is connected to the thread of the locking bar. It is low in cost and simple in structure. It can rotate on its own axis in place under external force to control the locking bar to move up or down, thereby controlling the installation or removal of the panel on the table, making the installation of the panel on the table more labor-saving and convenient.

[0030] The screw head is flat, which takes up little space in the vertical direction and can be easily placed into the groove; at the same time, the groove does not need to be made too deep, so that the structural strength of the tabletop will not be affected.

[0031] When the threaded section of the control screw engages with the screw hole on the locking strip, it provides support for the locking strip, preventing it from shifting downwards and causing the horizontal plate to separate from the upper surface of the tabletop. This makes the connection between the plate and the tabletop more stable. Attached Figure Description

[0032] Figure 1 An exploded view of a magnetic tabletop;

[0033] Figure 2 An enlarged view of the connecting plate on the sheet metal being placed within the strip-shaped groove;

[0034] Figure 3 An enlarged view of the locking strip installed between the first side wall and the connecting plate;

[0035] Figure 4 An enlarged view of the installation of the horizontal board and the bottom of the tabletop;

[0036] Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the position of the control screws on the magnetic tabletop;

[0037] Figure 6a A schematic diagram showing how the control screw drives the locking bar to release the connecting plate downwards;

[0038] Figure 6b A schematic diagram illustrating how the control screw drives the locking bar to press the connecting plate upwards.

[0039] Figure 7 This is an enlarged view of Example 2, showing that both ends of the horizontal plate are connected to the tabletop by locking strips;

[0040] Figure 8 This is a flowchart of the method steps of the present invention;

[0041] The attached figures are labeled as follows: 1-tabletop, 2-horizontal plate, 3-locking strip, 4-control screw, 11-strip groove, 12-through hole, 13-screw hole, 14-upper end face, 15-slot, 21-connecting plate, 22-slot plate, 23-vertical plate, 24-horizontal plate, 25-U-shaped groove, 26-waist-shaped hole, 31-screw hole, 111-first side wall, 112-second side wall. Detailed Implementation

[0042] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0043] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the invention. However, the invention may also be practiced in other ways different from those described herein, and therefore the scope of protection of the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0044] like Figure 1-8 As shown, the present invention has multiple embodiments, the specific embodiments of which are as follows:

[0045] Example 1: As Figure 1-6b As shown, the present invention provides a method for forming a magnetic tabletop, comprising:

[0046] S1: Processing tabletop 1; Tabletop 1 is a wooden board. Starting from one end of tabletop 1, a horizontally extending strip groove 11 is opened on the upper end surface 14 of tabletop 1; The strip groove 11 includes a first side wall 111 and a second side wall 112. From bottom to top, the first side wall 111 and the second side wall 112 gradually narrow, so that the cross-sectional shape of the strip groove 11 is a wedge shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom;

[0047] S2: Pre-installed plate and locking strip 3; the plate is usually made of iron, and the locking strip 3 is usually made of hard plastic. The plate includes a horizontal plate 2, one end of which extends downward and forms a connecting plate 21; the cross-sectional shape of the locking strip 3 is a wedge shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom.

[0048] S3: Assembly; Place the horizontal plate 2 on the upper end face 14 of the first side wall 111, so that the horizontal plate 2 closes the upper opening of the strip groove 11, and at the same time, place the connecting plate 21 on the second side wall 112; then insert the locking strip 3 into the strip groove 11 along the opening of the strip groove 11 at the end of the tabletop 1, so that the locking strip 3 is between the first side wall 111 and the connecting plate 21; so that the horizontal plate 2 provides magnetic attraction to the tabletop 1 while blocking the recess of the strip groove 11, without affecting the normal use of the tabletop 1;

[0049] S4: Locking; control the locking bar 3 to move upward and press the connecting plate 21, so that the plate is installed on the table 1; this is because the strip groove 11 is a wedge shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom. When the locking bar 3 moves upward, as the upper end of the strip groove 11 gradually narrows, the squeezing force of the locking bar 3 on the connecting plate 21 will become greater and greater, thereby achieving the connection effect of fixing the connecting plate 21 in the strip groove 11.

[0050] Furthermore, when the locking bar 3 moves upward and has not yet fully squeezed the connecting plate 21, the connecting plate 21 is prone to slight upward movement, causing the end of the horizontal plate 2 to detach upward from the upper end surface 14 of the tabletop 1. Therefore, to prevent this phenomenon, in step S1, a slot 15 is provided on the second side wall 112; in step S2, the connecting plate 21 extends laterally to the outside of the horizontal plate 2 and forms a locking plate 22; in step S3, the locking plate 22 is inserted into the slot 15; in step S4, when the locking bar 3 presses the connecting plate 21 upward, the locking plate 22 acts on the groove wall of the slot 15 to restrict the upward movement of the connecting plate 21.

[0051] Furthermore, in step S2, the horizontal plate 2 extends downward toward the opposite end of the strip groove 11 and forms a vertical plate 23 that adheres to the corresponding side wall of the tabletop 1. The vertical plate 23 extends inward toward the tabletop 1 and forms a horizontal plate 24 that adheres to the bottom surface of the tabletop 1. The horizontal plate 2, the vertical plate 23, and the horizontal plate 24 form a U-shaped groove 25 that opens toward the tabletop 1. In step S3, the corresponding end of the tabletop 1 is inserted into and fixed in the U-shaped groove 25, so that the other end of the horizontal plate 2 is also connected and fixed, making the connection of the plate on the tabletop 1 more secure.

[0052] Furthermore, to make the plate fixed on the tabletop 1 more stable, in step S1, the bottom surface of the tabletop 1 is provided with at least one screw hole 13. In step S2, the horizontal plate 24 is provided with a waist-shaped hole 26 corresponding to the position of the screw hole 13. In step S3, the screw passes through the waist-shaped hole 26 and is screwed into the screw hole 13, so that the horizontal plate 24 is connected to the bottom surface of the tabletop 1. The screw can strengthen the connection of the horizontal plate 24 and prevent the plate from sliding or moving laterally on the tabletop 1. The waist-shaped hole 26 provides sufficient clearance for the screw installation, making the connection between the horizontal plate 24 and the bottom surface of the tabletop 1 more efficient.

[0053] Furthermore, to make the assembly and disassembly of the panels more efficient, a control screw 4 is connected to the locking strip 3. Specifically, in step S2, the bottom end of the locking strip 3 is provided with at least one screw hole 31. In step S1, the bottom end of the tabletop 1 is provided with a through hole 12 that connects to the bottom of the groove 11. The position of the through hole 12 corresponds to the position of the screw hole 31. After step S2, there is another step:

[0054] S2a: Pre-set control screw 4; the number of control screws 4 corresponds to the number of screw holes 31, and the control screw 4 includes a threaded section and a screw head 41;

[0055] S2b: Installation; align the threaded section of the control screw 4 with the screw hole 31, and position the screw head 41 of the control screw 4 downwards;

[0056] In step S3, after the locking bar 3 is placed between the first side wall 111 and the connecting plate 21, the screw head 41 abuts against the bottom of the groove 11.

[0057] In step S4, a screwdriver is used to twist the screw head 41 through the through hole 12 to control the locking strip 3 to move upward in the strip groove 11 and press against the connecting plate 21, so that the plate is installed on the table 1. The through hole 12 is equivalent to a clearance hole, which can provide clearance space for the screwdriver, so that the screwdriver can apply rotational torque to the control screw 4, thereby controlling the locking strip 3 to move upward more efficiently and effortlessly, and improving the efficiency of plate installation or disassembly.

[0058] Furthermore, in step S2a, the screw head 41 is flat. The flat screw head 41 occupies less space, making it easier to place in the strip groove 11, and also ensuring that the strip groove 11 does not need to be too deep, thus guaranteeing the structural strength of the tabletop 1.

[0059] Furthermore, when it is necessary to replace a component, step S5 can be followed:

[0060] S5: Using a screwdriver, pass through the through hole 12 and twist the screw head 41 to rotate in the opposite direction, causing the locking strip 3 to move downward and loosen the connecting plate 21, thereby separating the plate from the tabletop 1; this allows the plate to be replaced after long-term use, reducing the purchase cost of the tabletop.

[0061] Furthermore, the threaded connection between the control screw 4 and the locking strip 3 also serves to prevent loosening of the plate. Specifically, in step S4, when the locking strip 3 moves upward in the strip-shaped groove 11 and presses against the connecting plate 21, the control screw 4 and the locking strip 3 form a threaded connection and provide upward support for the locking strip 3 to prevent it from moving downward. This is because the threaded section of the control screw 4 engages with the screw hole 31 to form a self-locking effect and restricts the downward movement of the locking strip 3, thus ensuring that the horizontal plate 2 will not separate from the upper end surface 14 of the tabletop 1.

[0062] Example 2: This example differs from the examples above in that, as follows... Figure 7As shown, the opposite end of the horizontal plate 2 with the connecting plate 21 is no longer fixed to the end of the tabletop 1 via the U-shaped groove 25; specifically, in step S1, two spaced strip-shaped grooves 11 are provided on the upper end surface 14 of the tabletop 1; in step S2, the connecting plates 21 extend from both ends of the horizontal plate 2 respectively; in steps S3 and S4, the connecting plates 21 are installed in the corresponding strip-shaped grooves 11 by locking strips 3; so that the installation position of the horizontal plate 2 is no longer limited to the end of the tabletop 1, and the corresponding magnetic attraction area can also be transferred from the position at the end of the tabletop 1 to the position in the middle of the tabletop 1, making the position setting of the magnetic attraction area of ​​the tabletop 1 more diversified and enriching the function of the tabletop 1.

[0063] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above illustratively. This description is not restrictive, and the figures shown are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. Therefore, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for forming a magnetically attached tabletop, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1: Processing tabletop (1); Starting from one end of the tabletop (1), a horizontally extending strip groove (11) is opened on the upper end surface (14) of the tabletop (1); The strip groove (11) includes a first side wall (111) and a second side wall (112). From bottom to top, the first side wall (111) and the second side wall (112) gradually narrow, so that the cross-sectional shape of the strip groove (11) is a wedge shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom; A through hole (12) connected to the bottom of the groove (11) is opened at the bottom of the tabletop (1). S2: Pre-set plate and locking strip (3); the plate includes a horizontal plate (2), one end of which extends downward and forms a connecting plate (21); the cross-sectional shape of the locking strip (3) is a wedge shape that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom; the bottom end of the locking strip (3) is provided with at least one screw hole (31), and the position of the through hole (12) corresponds to the position of the screw hole (31); S2a: Pre-set control screw (4); The number of control screws (4) corresponds to the number of screw holes (31), and the control screw (4) includes a threaded section and a screw head (41). S2b: Installation; make the threaded section of the control screw (4) engage with the screw hole (31) and make the screw head (41) of the control screw (4) face downward; S3: Assembly; Place the horizontal plate (2) on the upper end face (14) of the first side wall (111) so that the horizontal plate (2) closes the upper opening of the strip groove (11) and at the same time place the connecting plate (21) on the second side wall (112); then insert the locking strip (3) into the strip groove (11) along the opening of the strip groove (11) at the end of the table (1) so that the locking strip (3) is between the first side wall (111) and the connecting plate (21); after the locking strip (3) is placed in place between the first side wall (111) and the connecting plate (21), the screw head (41) abuts against the bottom of the groove (11); S4: Locking; Use a screwdriver to pass through the through hole (12) and twist the screw head (41) to rotate, so as to control the locking strip (3) to move upward in the strip groove (11) and press the connecting plate (21) so that the plate is installed on the table (1).

2. The method for forming a magnetic tabletop according to claim 1, characterized in that: in In step S1, a slot (15) is provided on the second side wall (112); in step S2, the connecting plate (21) extends laterally to the outside of the horizontal plate (2) and forms a locking plate (22); in step S3, the locking plate (22) is inserted into the slot (15); in step S4, when the locking bar (3) presses the connecting plate (21) upward, the locking plate (22) interacts with the groove wall of the slot (15) to restrict the connecting plate (21) from moving upward.

3. The method for forming a magnetic tabletop according to claim 1, characterized in that: in In step S2, the horizontal plate (2) extends downward toward the opposite end of the strip groove (11) and forms a vertical plate (23) that adheres to the corresponding side wall of the tabletop (1). The vertical plate (23) extends inward toward the tabletop (1) and forms a horizontal plate (24) that adheres to the bottom surface of the tabletop (1). The horizontal plate (2), the vertical plate (23), and the horizontal plate (24) form a U-shaped groove (25) that opens toward the tabletop (1). In step S3, the corresponding end of the tabletop (1) is inserted into and fixed in the U-shaped groove (25).

4. The method for forming a magnetic tabletop according to claim 3, characterized in that: in In step S1, the bottom surface of the tabletop (1) is provided with at least one screw hole (13). In step S2, the horizontal plate (24) is provided with a waist-shaped hole (26) corresponding to the position of the screw hole (13). In step S3, the screw passes through the waist-shaped hole (26) and is screwed into the screw hole (13) so that the horizontal plate (24) is connected to the bottom surface of the tabletop (1).

5. The method for forming a magnetic tabletop according to claim 1, characterized in that: in In step S1, two spaced strip grooves (11) are provided on the upper end face (14) of the table (1); in step S2, the connecting plates (21) extend from both ends of the horizontal plate (2); in steps S3 and S4, the connecting plates (21) are installed in the corresponding strip grooves (11) by locking strips (3).

6. The method for forming a magnetic tabletop according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S2a, the screw head (41) is flat.

7. The method for forming a magnetic tabletop according to claim 1, characterized in that: When it is necessary to replace a part, follow step S5: S5: Use a screwdriver to pass through the through hole (12) and twist the screw head (41) to rotate in the opposite direction, so that the locking strip (3) moves downward and loosens the connecting plate (21), thereby separating the plate from the tabletop (1).

8. The method for forming a magnetic tabletop according to claim 1, characterized in that: in In step S4, after the locking bar (3) moves upward in the strip groove (11) and presses against the connecting plate (21), the control screw (4) forms a threaded connection with the locking bar (3) and provides upward support to the locking bar (3) to prevent the locking bar (3) from moving downward.