Packaging device for transportation and distribution

Abstract

The present application provides a packaging device for transportation and distribution, comprising: a front surface and a back surface disposed opposite each other, and a side surface located between the front surface and the back surface, where the front surface, the back surface, and the side surface together define an interior space of the packaging device for accommodating contents to be packaged; wherein the front surface is configured to have a tipping bucket structure, the tipping bucket structure can be positioned in an unfolded position and a retracted position, respectively, in the unfolded position, the packaging device is in an open state, and contents can be taken out from an internal space of the packaging device; in the contraction position, the packaging device is in a closed state, so that the contents can be sealed in the inner space of the packaging device and cannot be taken out; and wherein the tipping bucket structure is configured to be lockable in the retracted position. The packaging device has the advantages of having the dual purposes of transportation and cargo allocation at the same time and the like.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to a packaging device, in particular to a packaging device for transportation and distribution. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous development of e-commerce, a more complex and sophisticated full-process logistics system has gradually evolved to meet the more comprehensive and diverse needs of end users. From production to end users, various products are redistributed and reassembled through distribution networks (often managed by warehouse suppliers) to present the end products in a convenient combination model for end users.

[0003] On the other hand, the consumption and use of vehicles have been increasing year by year and are still showing a high growth trend. This has also led to a surge in the consumption of consumable parts of vehicles. An example of a consumable part of a vehicle may be a wiper. Different vehicles may require different adapters to install a specific type of wiper. On the production side, in order to facilitate the installation of a specific wiper, the wiper is usually packaged together with an adapter that can be adapted to a variety of different vehicle models. This method is very convenient and effective in traditional vehicle repair and maintenance channels. The end user who needs to replace the wiper sends the vehicle to the vehicle repair center, where professional maintenance personnel will select and install the required wipers and the corresponding adapter.

[0004] However, when selling products directly to end users through e-commerce, rather than through professional repair personnel, the combination of adapters for different vehicle models for a specific wiper blade can be very confusing for end users, making identification and use difficult. Furthermore, since only one specific adapter is required for a given vehicle model, other adapters cannot be effectively used, resulting in waste. This is also undesirable.

[0005] Accordingly, it is desired to provide a new type of packaging device that can solve or at least alleviate the above problems in the warehousing process. Utility Model Content

[0006] The present application aims to provide a packaging device for transportation and distribution, which is advantageous in at least one aspect relative to the prior art.

[0007] To this end, the present application provides, in one aspect, a packaging device for transportation and distribution, characterized in that it includes: a front surface and a back surface arranged opposite to each other, and a side surface located between the front surface and the back surface, wherein the front surface, the back surface and the side surfaces together define an internal space of the packaging device for accommodating contents to be packaged; wherein the front surface is configured to have a tipping bucket structure, and the tipping bucket structure can be positioned in an expanded position and a retracted position, respectively, in which the packaging device is in an open state and the contents can be taken out from the internal space of the packaging device; in the retracted position, the packaging device is in a closed state, so that the contents can be enclosed in the internal space of the packaging device and cannot be taken out; and wherein the tipping bucket structure is configured to be locked in the retracted position.

[0008] In a feasible exemplary embodiment, the packaging device for transportation and distribution further includes: a pulling member, which is arranged on the outer surface of the dump bucket structure and is configured to open the dump bucket structure to an expanded position and / or close it to a retracted position via the pulling member.

[0009] In a possible exemplary embodiment, the pulling member is positioned at an upper edge of the front surface so as to be away from the turning axis of the dump structure.

[0010] In a possible exemplary embodiment, the pulling member is formed into a semicircular notch structure to facilitate abutment and pressure by a person's fingers.

[0011] In a feasible exemplary embodiment, the packaging device for transportation and distribution further includes: a limiting-locking mechanism, the limiting-locking mechanism including a limiting element positioned on the side surface of the packaging device, and a locking element positioned on the bucket structure and configured to be used in conjunction with the limiting element; wherein the limiting-locking mechanism is configured to position the bucket structure in an expanded position when the bucket structure is flipped toward an opening direction, and to position the bucket structure in a retracted position when the bucket structure is flipped toward a closing direction.

[0012] In a possible exemplary embodiment, the blocking elements are provided on opposite sides of the dump structure and are formed as protruding structures, and correspondingly, the limiting element is formed as an opening at least partially having a fan-shaped shape.

[0013] In a possible exemplary embodiment, the limiting element may be configured such that a relative angle between the deployed position and the retracted position of the dump structure is between 55° and 65°.

[0014] In a feasible exemplary embodiment, the packaging device for transportation and distribution further includes: a locking element, which has a locking position and an unlocking position; wherein, in the locking position, the locking element is capable of locking the bucket structure in the retracted position, and wherein, in the unlocking position, the locking element is positioned outside the flipping trajectory of the bucket structure.

[0015] In a feasible exemplary embodiment, the locking element is implemented as a folding structure integrally formed with the side surface, wherein information of the contents is recorded on the folding structure, and the information includes: name, model, specification, quantity, color, and / or production date.

[0016] On the other hand, the present application also includes a packaging device for transportation and distribution, characterized in that it includes: a front surface and a back surface arranged opposite to each other, and a side surface located between the front surface and the back surface, wherein the front surface, the back surface and the side surfaces together define an internal space of the packaging device for accommodating contents to be packaged; wherein the front surface and the back surface are respectively configured to have a tipping bucket structure, and the tipping bucket structure can be positioned in an expanded position and a retracted position, respectively, in which the packaging device is in an open state and the contents can be taken out from the internal space of the packaging device; in the retracted position, the packaging device is in a closed state, so that the contents can be enclosed in the internal space of the packaging device and cannot be taken out.

[0017] The packaging device according to the present application has many advantages such as being used for both transportation and distribution. In this way, the desired wiper and the corresponding specific adapter can be conveniently delivered to the end user. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a packaging device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown, wherein the use of the packaging device in a distribution process is shown.

[0019] Figure 2 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a packaging device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown, illustrating the transportation process of the packaging device during a packaging operation.

[0020] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of an expanded packaging device according to an embodiment of the present application is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] Some possible embodiments of the present application are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the drawings are not drawn to scale. Some details may be enlarged for clarity, and some non-essential details may be omitted.

[0022] like Figure 1-3 , which shows a perspective schematic diagram and an expanded schematic diagram of a packaging device 100 according to one embodiment of the present application. The packaging device 100 includes a front surface 101 and a back surface 102 disposed opposite each other, and a side surface 103 located between the front surface 101 and the back surface 102. The front surface 101, the back surface 102, and the side surface 103 together define an interior space of the packaging device 100 for accommodating the contents to be packaged.

[0023] The side surface 103 can be arranged in any suitable shape. Figure 1-3 As shown, the side surface 103 can be formed into a rectangular parallelepiped. This shape makes it easy to place the packaging device 100 in a suitable location and also allows multiple packaging devices 100 to be easily stacked. It is understood that the side surface 103 can also be arranged in other shapes, such as a cylinder or an elliptical cylinder. In this way, the volume of the internal space of the packaging device 100 can be increased while the surface area of the side surface 103 is constant.

[0024] One possibility is to arrange one or more openings 103a on the side surface 103. Figure 3 As shown, four openings 103a are shown. Through these openings 103a, the internal space of the packaging device 100 can be connected to the external atmospheric environment. In this way, the properties of the internal space of the packaging device 100 can be adaptively adjusted by adjusting the properties of the external atmospheric environment (for example, temperature and / or humidity). This is conducive to the preservation of the contents arranged in the internal space of the packaging device 100. For example, if the contents are adapters for windshield wipers, in order to properly preserve them and prevent them from premature failure, it is necessary to control the temperature and / or humidity of the environment in which they are located within a certain reasonable range. When the packaging device 100 has such openings 103a, it is possible to adjust the atmospheric environment outside the packaging device 100 to dynamically adjust the environment inside the packaging device 100 in a timely and effective manner, thereby facilitating that the adapter contained inside can be in a reasonable environment, regardless of the environmental conditions when the packaging device 100 is used to package the contents.

[0025] The opening 103a can be formed into any suitable shape. Figure 3 As shown, the opening 103a is implemented as an elongated shape. Compared with other shapes, the elongated opening 103a has less impact on the mechanical integrity of the packaging device 100, and can achieve ventilation and air flow without significantly reducing the strength and / or rigidity of the packaging device 100.

[0026] When the side surface 103 is in the shape of a cuboid or other prism, the opening 103a can be positioned at or near a side edge. In this way, not only is the positioning of the opening convenient (especially for automated production), but also the strength and / or rigidity of the packaging device 100 can be ensured as much as possible.

[0027] The side surface 103 and / or the back surface 102 of the packaging device 100 can be formed into an integral structure. In this way, the assembly process can be reduced, and the overall strength of the side surface 103 and / or the back surface 102 can be improved, thereby extending the service life of the packaging device 100. Figure 1-3 As shown, an effective way is that the packaging device 100 adopts an airplane box structure design, by which the above purpose can be achieved.

[0028] The front surface 101 of the packaging device 100 is configured to have a dump structure 1011. The dump structure 1011 has and can be positioned in an unfolded position (such as Figure 1 When the dump structure 1011 is in the expanded position, the packaging device 100 is in an open state, allowing the contents to be removed from the interior of the packaging device 100. Correspondingly, when the dump structure 1011 is in the retracted position, the packaging device 100 is in a closed state, allowing the contents to be enclosed in the interior space of the packaging device 100 and unable to be removed.

[0029] In one possible scenario, a tipping structure 1011 may also be provided on the back surface 102 of the packaging device 100. Providing the tipping structure 1011 on both the front surface 101 and the back surface 102 may have advantageous effects. For example, if the packaging device 100 is placed on an open shelf, the packaging device 100 can be opened from opposite sides of the shelf.

[0030] The packaging device 100 may also be provided with a pull-out member 1011a. The pull-out member 1011a may be disposed on an outer surface of the dump structure 1011. The pull-out member 1011a is configured to facilitate an operator and / or a mechanical structure to open the dump structure 1011 to an extended position and / or close it to a retracted position via the pull-out member 1011a.

[0031] The pull member 1011a can be positioned at any suitable location on the front surface 101 of the packaging device 100. For example, the pull member 1011a can be positioned at the upper edge of the front surface 101. In this way, the pull member 1011a is positioned away from the tilting axis of the tipping structure 1011, thereby enabling the tipping structure 1011 to be opened and / or closed in a labor-saving and convenient manner. For another example, the pull member 1011a can be positioned at or near the center of the front surface 101. In this way, the visual accessibility and installation convenience of the pull member 1011a can be improved.

[0032] The number of the pulling members 1011a can be one or more. In the case of multiple pulling members 1011a, the operator and / or mechanical equipment can simultaneously perform the flipping operation on the bucket structure 1011 with the help of the multiple pulling members 1011a. In this way, the force applied to the pulling member 1011a can be dispersed on each pulling member 1011a, thereby preventing a single pulling member from being damaged or even destroyed due to excessive pressure. Another possible situation is that part of the multiple pulling members 1011a can be used as the main pulling members, and the remaining part of the multiple pulling members 1011a can be used as spare pulling members. In the case that the main pulling member cannot be used or is inconvenient to be used, the spare pulling member can be used as a substitute.

[0033] like Figure 3 As shown, the pulling member 1011a can be formed into a notch structure, which can be formed into a semicircular shape and arranged at the upper edge of the front surface 101. When in use, the operator can press his fingers and / or mechanical devices against the inner edge of the semicircular notch to flip the bucket structure 1011. This design can facilitate processing and save production costs. The size of the semicircular notch can be set to adapt to the size of an average person's finger and / or the size of the responsive gripping structure of the loading and unloading equipment. The notch structure can also be formed into any other suitable shape such as a circle, an ellipse, etc. The edge of the notch structure can also be processed by rounding, chamfering, etc. to remove burrs or prevent risks such as finger cuts.

[0034] It is understood that the pull member 1011a can also be configured as any other suitable structure. For example, the pull member 1011a can be formed as a handle structure attached to the front surface 101. This handle structure allows the bucket structure 1011 to be flipped over, thereby avoiding damaging the mechanical integrity of the front surface 101.

[0035] The packaging device 100 further includes a limiting and retaining mechanism for the bucket structure 1011. The limiting and retaining mechanism includes a limiting element 103b positioned on the side surface 103 of the packaging device 100, and a retaining element 1011b positioned on the bucket structure 1011 and configured to cooperate with the limiting element 103b. The limiting and retaining mechanism is configured to position the bucket structure 1011 in the expanded position when the bucket structure 1011 is flipped toward the opening direction, and to position the bucket structure 1011 in the retracted position when the bucket structure 1011 is flipped toward the closing direction.

[0036] The blocking element 1011b can be shaped as a protruding structure, especially a triangular protruding structure, which can be arranged on opposite sides of the bucket structure 1011. On the other hand, the limiting element 103b can be shaped as an opening at least partially having a fan-shaped shape. When the bucket structure 1011 carries out a turnover motion, the blocking element 1011b can be configured to move in the limiting element 103b, and when the bucket structure 1011 flips to the expanded position, the limiting element 103b abuts against the positioning element 1011b (for example, the edge of its one side) so that the bucket structure 1011 stops flipping, and when the bucket structure 1011 flips to the retracted position, the limiting element abuts against the positioning element 1011b (for example, the edge of its other side) so that the bucket structure 1011 stops flipping.

[0037] The limiting element 103b can be configured so that the relative angle between the expanded position and the retracted position of the dump structure 1011 is substantially between 55° and 65°. In this way, the contents of the packaging device 100 can be easily grasped and can also be prevented from accidentally falling out of the packaging device 100 (e.g., due to an overly large opening).

[0038] The packaging device 100 may further include a locking element 104. The locking element 104 may have a locked position, wherein the locking element 104 can be configured to lock the bucket structure 1011 in the retracted position. In this manner, the overall structure of the packaging device 100 can be further secured, thereby facilitating the mechanical integrity of the packaging device 100 during transportation. Furthermore, the locking element 104 may also have an unlocked position, wherein the locking element 104 can be configured to not interfere with the opening and closing of the bucket structure 1011. For example, in the unlocked position, the locking element 104 is positioned outside the tipping trajectory of the bucket structure 1011. This facilitates the packaging device 100's cargo distribution function during warehousing and sorting processes.

[0039] like Figure 1-3As shown, the locking element 104 can be formed as a hem structure. The hem structure can extend from the side surface 103 and can cover and be attached to the upper edge of the dump structure 1011 after being folded. In this way, the dump structure 1011 can be locked in its retracted position, thereby closing the packaging device 100.

[0040] For example, the hem structure can be formed as an integral structure with the side surface 103. This can increase the locking stability of the hem structure and further enhance the locking stability.

[0041] In one possible scenario, the folded edge structure can also serve as an indicator to indicate the contents of the packaging device 100. For example, the folded edge structure can record information about the contents, including but not limited to: name, model, specifications, quantity, color, and / or production date. This can facilitate the sorting operation during the warehouse sorting process.

[0042] A plurality of packaging devices 100 disclosed in the present application can be used to separately package a plurality of wiper adapters for the same wiper model and suitable for different vehicle models. The packaging device 100 is then sealed with a locking element 104 to facilitate logistics distribution to a storage center. The packaging devices 100 packaged with different adapters can be placed on the shelves of a storage center in a suitable arrangement. The locking element 104 of the packaging device is then unlocked, and the warehouse-related personnel can open and close the packaging device through the dump structure according to the needs of the end user (for example, in the form of an online order), thereby taking out the corresponding adapter (for packaging with the wiper and then distributing it to the end user) and storing the remaining adapters. In this way, the needs of the end user (vehicle user) can be met in a more personalized way and waste and pollution can be reduced, thereby achieving a green economy while improving user satisfaction.

[0043] As used herein, the term "comprising" is open ended and includes one or more stated features, elements, components, or functions, but does not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements, components, functions, or combinations thereof.

[0044] The above description of the embodiments of the present application has been provided for the purpose of illustration and description. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Within the scope of the present application, it will be appreciated that the various aspects, embodiments, examples and alternatives listed in the preceding paragraphs, claims and / or in the specification and drawings, in particular their individual features, may be used independently or in any combination. That is, all embodiments and / or features of any embodiment may be used in any manner and / or combination unless such features are incompatible. It will be appreciated that many modifications and variations are available to those skilled in the art. The embodiments are selected and described in order to appropriately explain the principles of the invention and its practical application, so that other persons skilled in the art can understand the various embodiments of the invention and the various modifications suitable for the intended specific use. The applicant reserves the right to change any originally submitted claim or to submit any new claim accordingly, including amending any originally submitted claim to be subordinate to and / or incorporate any features of any other claim, even if not originally required in this manner.

Claims

1. A packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution, characterized in that: include: A front surface (101) and a back surface (102) disposed opposite to each other, and a side surface (103) located between the front surface (101) and the back surface (102), wherein the front surface (101), the back surface (102) and the side surface (103) together define an interior space of the packaging device (100) for accommodating contents to be packaged; The front surface (101) is configured to have a bucket structure (1011), and the bucket structure (1011) can be positioned in an expanded position and a retracted position, respectively. In the expanded position, the packaging device (100) is in an open state, allowing the contents to be taken out from the internal space of the packaging device (100); in the retracted position, the packaging device (100) is in a closed state, so that the contents can be enclosed in the internal space of the packaging device (100) and cannot be taken out; and the bucket structure (1011) is configured to be locked in the retracted position.

2. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: A pulling member (1011a) is arranged on the outer surface of the dump structure (1011) and is configured to open the dump structure (1011) to an extended position and / or close it to a retracted position via the pulling member (1011a).

3. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pulling member (1011a) is positioned at the upper edge of the front surface (101) so as to be away from the turning axis of the dump structure (1011).

4. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to claim 3, characterized in that: The pulling piece (1011a) is formed into a semicircular notch structure to facilitate the abutment and pressure of a person's fingers.

5. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: Also includes: A limiting-locking mechanism, the limiting-locking mechanism comprising a limiting element (103b) positioned on a side surface (103) of a packaging device (100), and a locking element (1011b) positioned on a tipping structure (1011) configured to cooperate with the limiting element (103b); wherein the limiting-locking mechanism is configured to position the tipping structure (1011) in an expanded position when the tipping structure (1011) is flipped toward an opening direction, and to position the tipping structure (1011) in a retracted position when the tipping structure (1011) is flipped toward a closing direction.

6. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to claim 5, characterized in that: The locking elements (1011b) are arranged on opposite sides of the dump structure (1011) and are formed into protruding structures, and correspondingly, the limiting elements (103b) are formed into openings that at least partially have a fan-shaped shape.

7. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to claim 5, characterized in that: The limiting element (103b) may be configured such that a relative angle between the deployed position and the retracted position of the dump structure (1011) is between 55° and 65°.

8. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: Also included: a locking element (104), the locking element (104) having a locked position and an unlocked position; wherein, in the locked position, the locking element (104) is capable of locking the bucket structure (1011) in the retracted position, and wherein, in the unlocked position, the locking element (104) is positioned outside the tipping trajectory of the bucket structure (1011).

9. The packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution according to claim 8, characterized in that: The locking element (104) is implemented as a folding structure integrally formed with the side surface (103), wherein information of the contents is recorded on the folding structure, and the information includes: name, model, specification, quantity, color, and / or production date.

10. A packaging device (100) for transportation and distribution, characterized in that: include: A front surface (101) and a back surface (102) disposed opposite to each other, and a side surface (103) located between the front surface (101) and the back surface (102), wherein the front surface (101), the back surface (102) and the side surface (103) together define an interior space of the packaging device (100) for accommodating contents to be packaged; The front surface (101) and the back surface (102) are respectively configured to have a tipping structure (1011), and the tipping structure (1011) can be positioned in an expanded position and a contracted position, respectively. In the expanded position, the packaging device (100) is in an open state, allowing the contents to be taken out from the internal space of the packaging device (100); in the contracted position, the packaging device (100) is in a closed state, so that the contents can be enclosed in the internal space of the packaging device (100) and cannot be taken out.

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