Anti-rotation structure of barreled ice bucket

Abstract

The utility model discloses a barreled ice bucket anti-rotation structure, and relates to the technical field of ball playing cabinets, the barreled ice bucket anti-rotation structure comprises limiting ring blocks and stand columns used for installing the limiting ring blocks, the multiple stand columns are arranged in the axial direction of the limiting ring blocks, the limiting ring blocks are used for placing and installing ice buckets, limiting blocks are arranged on the inner sides of the stand columns, and the inner ends of the limiting blocks are in interference fit with the outer sides of the ice buckets; the ice bucket has the technical advantages that the limiting ring block is arranged on the stand column, the friction force between the ice bucket and the stand column is increased, and then circumferential rotation of the ice bucket can be prevented after the ice bucket is placed in the limiting ring block; the hollow rubber head and the T-shaped part can be integrated, and the T-shaped part can be deformed and can be clamped into the positioning groove, so that the hollow rubber head can be positioned and mounted; in addition, the short-diameter end and the long-diameter end of the T-shaped part can be detached, that is, the T-shaped part cannot deform, and the hollow rubber head can be prevented from being disengaged from the positioning groove through the buckle structure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of ball cabinets, and in particular to an anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket. Background Art

[0002] To provide a richer and more diverse dining experience, many buffet restaurants meticulously prepare a wide variety of desserts. Ice cream, one of the most popular desserts, is often a highlight on the buffet counter. To ensure the quality of the ice cream is not compromised during display and serving, and to provide customers with a more convenient service experience, buffet restaurants often use dedicated ice cream cabinets to store the ice cream. These cabinets contain a special ice bucket, which holds the ice cream, ensuring it remains cool and fresh, maintaining its flavor. The ice bucket, typically made of high-quality stainless steel, not only provides excellent insulation but also effectively prevents cross-contamination. The cabinets are equipped with advanced temperature control systems that maintain a constant low temperature, ensuring the ice cream remains in optimal condition during display and serving. This precise temperature control not only helps preserve the ice cream's flavor but also extends its shelf life.

[0003] The existing ice bucket design in the ice cream cabinet has certain defects. When customers scoop ice cream balls from the ice bucket, especially when the temperature is low, the ice cream balls will become very hard, which increases the difficulty of scooping the balls. At this time, customers often need to hold the ice bucket with their hands to prevent it from rotating circumferentially, otherwise it is easy to fail to scoop the balls, affecting the user experience; since the ice bucket needs to be held with hands to stabilize its position, this practice is not only inconvenient, but also poses obvious health risks. Direct contact with the ice bucket with hands may lead to the spread of bacteria, affect food hygiene, and be detrimental to the health of other customers. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This device provides an anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket, and the specific implementation is as follows:

[0005] An anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket, comprising:

[0006] A limiting ring block and a column for installing the limiting ring block, wherein a plurality of columns are arranged along the axial direction of the limiting ring block, and the limiting ring block is used to place and install the ice bucket;

[0007] A limit block is provided on the inner side of the column, and the inner end of the limit block is interference fit with the outer side of the ice bucket to prevent the ice bucket from rotating circumferentially. A number of positioning grooves for installing the limit block are vertically provided on the column. The limit block can adjust the interference fit position between the limit block and the ice bucket by selecting positioning grooves at different heights to match it.

[0008] Based on the above technical solution, by installing limiting rings on the columns of the ice bucket cabinet, the friction between the ice bucket and the column is increased, effectively preventing the ice bucket from rotating during use. This eliminates the need for customers to manually hold the ice bucket when scooping popsicle balls, reducing health risks. The limiting rings engage with positioning slots at different heights on the columns, allowing the position of the limiting rings to be adjusted according to the specific size and needs of the ice bucket. This design not only improves the stability of the ice bucket but also increases the flexibility of the system, making it suitable for ice buckets of different sizes.

[0009] Preferably, the limit block includes a hollow rubber head and a T-shaped portion which are integrated together, the short diameter end of the T-shaped portion is sleeved in the positioning groove, and the cross-sectional area of the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion is larger than the notch area of the positioning groove.

[0010] Based on the above technical solution, by setting the hollow rubber head and the T-shaped part into an integrated shape, the T-shaped part can be deformed so that it can be stuck into the positioning groove to realize the positioning installation of the hollow rubber head, which not only improves the stability of the ice bucket but also simplifies the installation process; the T-shaped part is made of a material with a certain elasticity. When installation or disassembly is required, the T-shaped part can be manually squeezed to deform it, so that it can be easily inserted into or pulled out of the positioning groove, making the installation and disassembly of the limit block more convenient and quick.

[0011] Preferably, the short diameter end and the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion are detachable, and a snap-fit structure is provided between the two.

[0012] Based on the above technical solution, the short diameter end and the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion can be detached, that is, the T-shaped portion cannot be deformed, and a conventional snap-fit structure can be used to prevent the hollow rubber head from falling out of the positioning groove.

[0013] Preferably, it is characterized in that the upright post is configured as a vertically arranged U-shaped plate, the notch of the U-shaped plate faces away from the ice bucket, and the T-shaped portion is placed in the notch of the U-shaped plate.

[0014] Based on the above technical solution, the T-shaped portion is hidden in the U-shaped plate groove, which not only improves the stability of the ice bucket, but also makes full use of the space inside the ball cabinet, so that the space utilization rate of the ball cabinet can be improved within a limited space.

[0015] Preferably, a plurality of limit blocks are installed on the same column through positioning grooves.

[0016] Preferably, the number of upper limit blocks on different columns in the same horizontal plane is different, and the limit blocks are evenly and equidistantly arranged along the circumference of the ice bucket.

[0017] Based on the above technical solution, the installation height, installation position and installation quantity of the limit blocks on a single column can be diversified. The optimal solution is to set a pair of limit blocks, and the two limit blocks are arranged in opposition on two opposite sides of the ice bucket.

[0018] Preferably, it further includes a bottom plate, and both ends of the column are connected to the bottom plate and the limiting ring block respectively.

[0019] Preferably, a lifting handle is provided on the side of the ice bucket, and a conducting opening is provided on the limiting ring block for matching the contour of the lifting handle.

[0020] Based on the above technical solution, the conduction port is adapted to the ice bucket with a pull handle, which can further improve the anti-turnover effect of the ice bucket.

[0021] In summary, this application has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0022] 1. This utility model increases the friction between the ice bucket and the column by providing a limiting ring block on the column, thereby preventing the ice bucket from rotating in the circumferential direction after being placed in the limiting ring block;

[0023] 2. The present invention can realize the positioning and installation of the hollow rubber head by integrating the hollow rubber head and the T-shaped portion, and utilizing the deformation of the T-shaped portion so that it can be snapped into the positioning groove;

[0024] 3. The utility model has a simple structure and can also make the short diameter end and the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion detachable, that is, the T-shaped portion cannot be deformed, and the buckle structure can prevent the hollow rubber head from falling out of the positioning groove. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] Figure 1 It is a structural diagram of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the explosion structure of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the bottom plate, columns and limiting ring blocks in the utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model when the limit block is in an unexploded state;

[0029] Figure 5 It is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model when the limiting block is in the exploded state.

[0030] Description of reference numerals:

[0031] 1. Bottom plate, 2. Column, 3. Limiting ring block, 4. Ice bucket, 5. Limiting block, 201. Positioning groove, 202. U-shaped plate, 301. Conducting port, 401. Lifting handle, 501. Hollow rubber head, 502. T-shaped portion. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The following describes the specific implementation of the utility model with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0033] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc. illustrated in the drawings of this specification are only used to match the contents disclosed in the specification for people familiar with this technology to understand and read, and are not used to limit the conditions for the implementation of the present utility model. Any structural modification, change in proportional relationship or adjustment of size should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model without affecting the efficacy and purpose that can be achieved by the present utility model.

[0034] At the same time, the terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "middle" and "one" quoted in this specification are only for the convenience of description and are not used to limit the scope of implementation of the present invention. Changes or adjustments to their relative relationships should also be regarded as the scope of implementation of the present invention without substantially changing the technical content.

[0035] The following is combined with Figure 1-5 This application is described in further detail.

[0036] The embodiment of the present application discloses an anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket.

[0037] Example 1

[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 5 The present embodiment discloses an anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket, comprising a base plate 1, a limiting ring block 3 and a column 2 for mounting the limiting ring block 3. The two ends of the column 2 are respectively connected to the base plate 1 and the limiting ring block 3. The column 2 is provided with several axially arranged limit ring blocks 3. The limit ring block 3 is used to place and mount the ice bucket 4. A limiting block 5 is provided on the inner side of the column 2. The inner end of the limiting block 5 is interference-fitted with the outer side of the ice bucket 4 to prevent the ice bucket 4 from circumferential rotation. The column 2 is vertically provided with several positioning grooves 201 for mounting the limiting block 5. In this structure, the limiting block 5 can adjust the interference abutment position between the limiting block 5 and the ice bucket 4 by selecting positioning grooves 201 at different heights to match it.

[0039] The limit block 5 includes an integrated hollow rubber head 501 and a T-shaped portion 502 . The column 2 is configured as a vertically arranged U-shaped plate 202 . The notch of the U-shaped plate 202 faces away from the ice bucket 4 , and the T-shaped portion 502 is placed in the notch of the U-shaped plate 202 .

[0040] Several limit blocks 5 are installed on the same column 2 through the positioning groove 201. The number of limit blocks 5 on different columns 2 in the same horizontal plane is different. The limit blocks 5 are evenly arranged at equal distances along the circumference of the ice bucket 4. In this structure, the installation number, installation height and installation height of the limit blocks 5 can be diversified to adapt to different styles of ice buckets 4.

[0041] The specific implementation process is as follows: a pair of limit blocks 5 are used and installed in the positioning grooves 201 of a pair of opposite columns 2, and the installation heights of the two limit blocks 5 are connected, and the ice bucket 4 is vertically placed in the limit ring block 3; the circumferential side of the ice bucket 4 is interference fit in the hollow rubber head 501, causing the hollow rubber head 501 to deform inward; at this time, the ice bucket 4 will not rotate circumferentially relative to the limit ring block 3 under the action of the deformation force when the circumferentially rotating ice bucket 4 is rotated.

[0042] Example 2

[0043] Reference Figures 4 and 5 Based on Example 1, this embodiment also discloses an anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket. The short diameter end of the T-shaped portion 502 is sleeved in the positioning groove 201, and the cross-sectional area of the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion 502 is larger than the notch area of the positioning groove 201. In this structure, the T-shaped portion 502 is made of rubber deformable material and is inserted into the positioning groove 201 through deformation.

[0044] Example 3

[0045] Reference Figures 4 and 5 Based on Example 1, this embodiment further discloses an anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket. The short diameter end and the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion 502 are detachable, and a snap-fit structure is provided between the two. In this structure, the hollow rubber head 501 is placed on the outside of the U-shaped plate 202, and the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion 502 is placed on the inside of the U-shaped plate 202. The hollow rubber head 501 is connected to the short diameter end of the T-shaped portion 502 as a whole. The short diameter end of the T-shaped portion 502 passes through the positioning groove 201 and is snap-fitted with the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion 502, thereby achieving positioning.

[0046] Example 4

[0047] Reference Figure 1 Based on the above embodiment, this embodiment further discloses an anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket. A lifting handle 401 is provided on the side of the ice bucket 4, and a conducting opening 301 is opened on the limiting ring block 3 for matching the contour of the lifting handle 401.

[0048] Many other changes and modifications can be made without departing from the concept and scope of the present invention. It should be understood that the present invention is not limited to specific embodiments, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An anti-rotation structure for an ice bucket, characterized in that: include: A limiting ring block (3) and a column (2) for mounting the limiting ring block (3), wherein a plurality of columns (2) are arranged along the axial direction of the limiting ring block (3), and the limiting ring block (3) is used for placing and mounting an ice bucket (4); A limiting block (5) is provided on the inner side of the column (2), and the inner end of the limiting block (5) is interference-fitted with the outer side of the ice bucket (4) to prevent the ice bucket (4) from rotating in the circumferential direction. A plurality of positioning grooves (201) for installing the limiting block (5) are vertically provided on the column (2). The limiting block (5) can adjust the interference contact position between the limiting block (5) and the ice bucket (4) by selecting the positioning grooves (201) at different heights to match the limiting block (5).

2. The anti-rotation structure of an ice bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limit block (5) comprises a hollow rubber head (501) and a T-shaped portion (502) which are integrally formed. The short diameter end of the T-shaped portion (502) is sleeved in the positioning groove (201), and the cross-sectional area of the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion (502) is larger than the notch area of the positioning groove (201).

3. The anti-rotation structure of an ice bucket according to claim 2, characterized in that: The short diameter end and the long diameter end of the T-shaped portion (502) are detachable, and a snap-fit structure is provided between the two.

4. The anti-rotation structure of an ice bucket according to any one of claim 2 or claim 3, characterized in that: The upright column (2) is configured as a vertically arranged U-shaped plate (202), the notch of the U-shaped plate (202) faces away from the ice bucket (4), and the T-shaped portion (502) is placed in the notch of the U-shaped plate (202).

5. The anti-rotation structure of an ice bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of the limiting blocks (5) are installed on the same column (2) through the positioning groove (201).

6. The anti-rotation structure of an ice bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the limiting blocks (5) on different upright posts (2) in the same horizontal plane is different, and the limiting blocks (5) are evenly and equidistantly arranged along the circumference of the ice bucket (4).

7. The anti-rotation structure of an ice bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a base plate (1), and the two ends of the column (2) are respectively connected to the base plate (1) and the limiting ring block (3).

8. The anti-rotation structure of an ice bucket according to claim 7, characterized in that: The ice bucket (4) is provided with a lifting handle (401) on the side, and the limiting ring block (3) is provided with a conducting opening (301) for matching the contour of the lifting handle (401).

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