Packaging cushion block for air conditioner, packaging assembly and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioning, and discloses a packaging cushion block for an air conditioner, the packaging cushion block comprises a side plate, a bottom plate, a front cushion plate, a rear cushion plate and a top plate, the first end of the bottom plate is connected to the bottom end of the side plate; the first end of the front base plate is connected to the front end of the side plate; the first end of the rear base plate is connected to the rear end of the side plate; the first end of the top plate is connected to the top ends of the side plates, the side plates, the bottom plate, the front base plate, the rear base plate and the top plate define a containing space with an opening in one end, and one end of the air conditioner is suitable for being placed in the containing space through the opening; a first material saving groove is formed in the outward face of each side plate in the vertical direction. The utility model further discloses a packaging assembly for the air conditioner and the air conditioner.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of air conditioning, for example, to a packaging pad, a packaging assembly, and an air conditioner for an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] Air conditioners need to be packed and boxed when they come off the production line. This process typically involves attaching packing blocks to each end of the air conditioner, then placing both the air conditioner and the blocks into a carton. To reduce or prevent damage during storage and transportation, the packing blocks are typically thickened or increased in volume to improve the air conditioner's shock absorption and cushioning properties.

[0003] The related technology discloses a packaging pad for an air conditioner, a packaging pad assembly, the pad assembly includes a first pad and a second pad, the first pad cover is arranged at the first end of the wall-mounted air conditioner, the second pad cover is arranged at the second end of the wall-mounted air conditioner, the second end of the wall-mounted air conditioner is provided with an electric control box frame, the first pad is provided with a first groove adapted to the shape of the first end of the wall-mounted air conditioner; the second pad is provided with a second groove adapted to the shape of the second end of the wall-mounted air conditioner, a U-shaped support plate for protecting the electric control box frame is provided on the groove wall of the second groove that is in contact with the rear wall of the wall-mounted air conditioner, the bottom plate of the U-shaped support plate faces the rear wall of the wall-mounted air conditioner, and the two side plates of the U-shaped support plate are respectively in contact with the upper wall and the lower wall of the wall-mounted air conditioner.

[0004] During the implementation of the embodiments of the present disclosure, it was found that at least the following problems exist in the related art:

[0005] The packaging blocks of air conditioners are disposable packaging materials, which are large in size and high in cost.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the above background technology section is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to ordinary technicians in this field. Utility Model Content

[0007] In order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. The summary is not an extensive review, nor is it intended to identify key / critical elements or delineate the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather serves as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a packaging block, a packaging assembly, and an air conditioner for an air conditioner, so as to reduce the assembly volume of the packaging block and lower the packaging cost of the air conditioner.

[0009] In some embodiments, the packaging pad for the air conditioner includes side panels, a bottom panel, a front pad, a rear pad and a top panel, wherein the side panels are vertically arranged; the bottom panel, the first end of which is connected to the bottom end of the side panel; the front pad, the first end of which is connected to the front end of the side panel; the rear pad, the first end of which is connected to the rear end of the side panel; and the top panel, the first end of which is connected to the top end of the side panel. The side panels, bottom panel, front pad, rear pad and top panel are combined to form a accommodating space with an open end, and one end of the air conditioner is suitable for being placed in the accommodating space through the opening; wherein a first material-saving groove is vertically opened on the outward side of the side panel.

[0010] In some embodiments, a second material-saving groove is provided on a downward side of the bottom plate along the length direction of the accommodating space, and the second material-saving groove is connected to the first material-saving groove.

[0011] In some embodiments, the connection position between the first material saving trough and the second material saving trough is inclined and docked.

[0012] In some embodiments, a plurality of steps are provided at a connection position between the first material saving trough and the second material saving trough.

[0013] In some embodiments, the side panel is provided with a hollow window, a portion of the first material-saving trough is located above the hollow window, and another portion is located below the hollow window.

[0014] In some embodiments, an outward side of the side panel is recessed inwardly along the circumference of the hollow window.

[0015] In some embodiments, a third material-saving groove is provided on an upward side of the top plate along the length direction of the accommodating space, and the third material-saving groove is connected to the first material-saving groove.

[0016] In some embodiments, a fourth material saving trough is provided on the outward side of the top plate.

[0017] In some embodiments, a fourth material saving groove is provided on the outward side of the front pad.

[0018] In some embodiments, a fourth material saving groove is provided on the outward side of the rear pad.

[0019] In some embodiments, a fourth material saving trough is provided on the downward side of the bottom plate.

[0020] In some embodiments, the fourth economizer is open at one end facing outward and closed at one end facing inward.

[0021] In some embodiments, the packaging assembly for the air conditioner includes two of the above-mentioned packaging pads, and the two packaging pads are suitable for being arranged at two ends of the air conditioner.

[0022] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes a shell and the above-mentioned packaging pad, wherein the shell includes a back panel and a front panel; and one end of the shell is placed in the accommodating space of the packaging pad, the back panel of the shell is attached to the bottom plate of the packaging pad, and the front panel of the shell is attached to the top plate of the packaging pad.

[0023] The packaging pad, packaging assembly, and air conditioner provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0024] A first material-saving slot is defined in the outer wall of the packing block's side panel, reducing its volume while still providing adequate vertical support, thereby lowering its cost. The slot allows the user's hand or an auxiliary tool to fit into the gap between the slot and the inner wall of the carton, facilitating the removal of the packing block and the air conditioner indoor unit from the carton. The slot also increases the surface pressure between the clamp and the outer wall of the carton, reducing or preventing the indoor unit from slipping out of the clamp.

[0025] The above general description and the following description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not intended to limit the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] One or more embodiments are exemplarily described by corresponding drawings. These exemplary descriptions and drawings do not limit the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings do not constitute a scale limitation. In addition,

[0027] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a packaging pad for an air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0028] Figure 2 is a structural schematic diagram of another packaging pad for an air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0029] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of another packaging pad for an air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0030] Figure 4 is a structural schematic diagram of another packaging pad for an air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0031] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of another packaging pad for an air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0032] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A partial enlarged schematic diagram of part A in the middle;

[0033] Figure 7 It is a structural schematic diagram of a packaging assembly for an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] Reference numerals:

[0035] 10: Packaging pad; 100: Side panel; 110: First material-saving trough; 120: Hollow window; 200: Bottom plate; 210: Second material-saving trough; 211: Step; 300: Front pad; 310: Weight-reducing hole; 400: Rear pad; 500: Top plate; 510: Third material-saving trough; 520: Fourth material-saving trough. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] In order to be able to understand the features and technical content of the embodiments of the present disclosure in more detail, the implementation of the embodiments of the present disclosure is described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for reference only and are not used to limit the embodiments of the present disclosure. In the following technical description, for the sake of convenience of explanation, a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments is provided through multiple details. However, one or more embodiments can still be implemented without these details. In other cases, to simplify the drawings, well-known structures and devices can be simplified for display.

[0037] In the description and claims of the embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as in the accompanying drawings, the terms "first," "second," and the like are used to distinguish similar items and are not necessarily used to describe a particular order or precedence. It should be understood that the terms used in this manner are interchangeable where appropriate to describe the embodiments of the present disclosure herein. In addition, the terms "including," "having," and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions.

[0038] In the embodiments of the present disclosure, the terms "upper", "lower", "inside", "middle", "outside", "front", "back" and the like indicate directions or positional relationships based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are mainly intended to better describe the embodiments of the present disclosure and their embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements or components to having a specific direction, or to be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Moreover, in addition to being used to indicate directions or positional relationships, some of the above terms may also be used to indicate other meanings. For example, the term "upper" may also be used to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship in certain circumstances. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of the present disclosure can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0039] Furthermore, the terms "disposed," "connected," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can mean a fixed connection, a removable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediary, or an internal connection between two devices, elements, or components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure based on the specific circumstances.

[0040] Unless otherwise stated, the term "plurality" means two or more.

[0041] In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the preceding and following objects are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0042] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0043] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0044] Air conditioners need to be packed and boxed when they are off the production line. When packing and boxing, packing blocks are generally installed at both ends of the air conditioner, and then the air conditioner and the packing blocks are placed together in a cardboard box. In order to reduce or avoid damage to the air conditioner during storage and transportation, the thickness or volume of the packing blocks is generally increased to improve the air conditioner's anti-seismic and cushioning performance. Related art discloses a packing block for an air conditioner, a packing block assembly, and a block assembly. The block assembly includes a first block and a second block. The first block cover is provided at the first end of the wall-mounted air conditioner, and the second block cover is provided at the second end of the wall-mounted air conditioner. The second end of the wall-mounted air conditioner is provided with a first groove adapted to the shape of the first end of the wall-mounted air conditioner; the second block cover is provided with a second groove adapted to the shape of the second end of the wall-mounted air conditioner. A U-shaped support plate for protecting the wall of the second groove is provided on the groove wall that is in contact with the rear wall of the wall-mounted air conditioner. The bottom plate of the U-shaped support plate faces the rear wall of the wall-mounted air conditioner, and the two side plates of the U-shaped support plate are respectively in contact with the upper and lower walls of the wall-mounted air conditioner. The problem with the related art is that the packaging pads of the air conditioner are disposable packaging materials, are large in size and have high costs.

[0045] In order to reduce the volume of the packing block and reduce the packaging cost of the air conditioner, Figure 1-6As shown, the embodiment of the present disclosure provides a packaging pad for an air conditioner, which includes a side panel 100, a bottom panel 200, a front pad 300, a rear pad 400 and a top panel 500, wherein the side panel 100 is vertically arranged; the bottom panel 200, the first end of which is connected to the bottom end of the side panel 100; the front pad 300, the first end of which is connected to the front end of the side panel 100; the rear pad 400, the first end of which is connected to the rear end of the side panel 100; the top panel 500, the first end of which is connected to the top end of the side panel 100, the side panel 100, the bottom panel 200, the front pad 300, the rear pad 400 and the top panel 500 are combined to form a receiving space with an open end, and one end of the air conditioner is suitable for being placed in the receiving space through the opening; wherein, a first material-saving trough 110 is vertically opened on the outward side of the side panel 100.

[0046] In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the air conditioner refers to the indoor unit part of the split-type air conditioner, that is, the air conditioner indoor unit. The air conditioner indoor unit can be in the form of a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit (that is, a wall-mounted air conditioner), or in the form of a vertical air conditioner indoor unit (that is, a cabinet air conditioner). The wall-mounted air conditioner has a larger lateral dimension, and its two ends along the lateral direction can each be matched with a packaging pad. The cabinet air conditioner has a larger longitudinal dimension, and its two ends along the longitudinal direction can each be matched with a packaging pad. The following description takes the form of the air conditioner indoor unit being a wall-mounted air conditioner as an example.

[0047] The packing block includes a side panel 100 and multiple panels. The side panel 100 is positioned vertically when the packing block is in use, and the top and bottom panels also refer to this state. The front panel 300 is the panel that faces the user when the packing block is in use, while the rear panel 400 is the panel opposite the front panel 300. The multiple panels are combined to form a cylindrical shape, with the side panel 100 connected to one end of the cylindrical multiple panels. Together, the side panel 100 and the multiple panels form a semi-enclosed storage space with an opening. When the packing block is in use, one end of the indoor air conditioner is inserted into the storage space through the opening. Regarding the end of the indoor air conditioner inserted into the storage space, the packing block covers one side end and the upper, lower, front, and rear surfaces adjacent to this side end. This effectively protects the air conditioner during transportation.

[0048] Specifically, taking the case where the length direction of the air conditioner is along the horizontal direction as an example, the enclosure of the packaging pad includes a top plate 500, a bottom plate 200, a front pad 300 and a rear pad 400. The top plate 500, the bottom plate 200, the front pad 300 and the rear pad 400 correspond to the upper, lower, front and rear surfaces of the air conditioner respectively.

[0049] After the air-conditioning indoor unit is packed, it is usually stacked during static or quasi-static storage and transportation. The side ends of the air-conditioning indoor unit are subject to less force, while the air-conditioning indoor unit is subject to more downward pressure. The inward and outward sides of the side panel 100 refer to the side panel 100 relative to the accommodating space, that is, the inward side of the side panel 100 is part of the inner wall of the accommodating space, and the outward side of the side panel 100 is the side in contact with the inner wall of the carton. The outward side of the side panel 100 is provided with a first material-saving groove 110, which can still provide good protection for the air-conditioning indoor unit. The first material-saving groove 110 is in the form of an open groove, having a depth direction and a length direction. The first material-saving groove 110 is opened vertically, which means that the length direction of the first material-saving groove 110 is along the vertical direction of the packaging cushion block when in use. The vertical opening of the first material-saving groove 110 can reduce the decrease in the vertical support strength of the packaging cushion block after the first material-saving groove 110 is opened.

[0050] After the air conditioner indoor unit is boxed, if it falls during transportation, the corners are prone to damage. Because the first material-saving slot 110 is provided on the side panel 100, the structural strength of the packing block at the edges and corners is not significantly reduced, and the packing block can still provide good drop protection. In addition, after the air conditioner indoor unit is boxed, even if it is clamped from both sides, the first open slot can still leave a certain amount of deformation space for the carton, thereby reducing the contact area between the clamp and the side of the carton, thereby reducing or preventing the air conditioner indoor unit from slipping from the clamp.

[0051] When using the packaging block provided in the embodiment of the present disclosure, a first material-saving slot 110 is provided on the outer wall of the side panel 100. This can reduce the volume of the packaging block while still providing good vertical support, thereby reducing the cost of the packaging block. The provision of the first material-saving slot 110 allows the user's hand or auxiliary tool to be inserted into the gap formed between the first material-saving slot 110 and the inner wall of the carton, making it easier for the user to remove the packaging block and the air conditioner indoor unit from the carton together. The provision of the first material-saving slot 110 can increase the surface pressure between the clamp and the outer wall of the carton, reducing or preventing the air conditioner indoor unit from slipping off the clamp.

[0052] Optionally, a second material-saving groove 210 is opened on the downward side of the bottom plate 200 along the length direction of the accommodating space, and the second material-saving groove 210 is connected to the first material-saving groove 110.

[0053] When the air conditioner indoor units are boxed and stacked, vertical pressure is significant, with the upward-facing side of the top plate 500 bearing the greater pressure. After being cushioned by the cartons and packing blocks, the force on the bottom plate 200 is more evenly distributed. The length of the storage space also corresponds to the length of the air conditioner indoor units. A second material-saving slot 210 is provided in the bottom plate 200 to minimize any negative impact on the structural strength of the packing blocks.

[0054] Because the first and second material-saving slots 110 and 210 are interconnected, the mold design for the packaging block is simplified. Furthermore, the interconnectedness of the first and second material-saving slots 110 and 210 facilitates the user's ability to insert a hand or auxiliary tool through the first material-saving slot 110 into the second material-saving slot 210, thereby accessing the packaging block underneath. This allows workers to more easily and labor-savingly remove the packaging block and the air conditioner indoor unit from the carton.

[0055] Optionally, the connection position between the first material-saving trough 110 and the second material-saving trough 210 is inclined and docked.

[0056] In an optional embodiment, the bottom of the first material-saving trough 110 and the bottom of the second material-saving trough 210 are beveled at the docking position. Since the first material-saving trough 110 and the second material-saving trough 210 are connected at an angle, the volume of the packaging cushion block can be reduced without affecting the structural strength of the packaging cushion block or with little impact on the structural strength of the packaging cushion block, thereby further reducing the cost of the packaging cushion block. In addition, the oblique docking of the first material-saving trough 110 and the second material-saving trough 210 makes it easier for staff to insert their hands or auxiliary tools into the second material-saving trough 210, making it easier for staff to unpack.

[0057] Optionally, a plurality of steps 211 are provided at the connection position between the first material saving trough 110 and the second material saving trough 210 .

[0058] The connection between the first material saving trough 110 and the second material saving trough 210 is provided with a plurality of steps 211, which can play a good anti-slip effect. When the operator takes out the packing pad and the air conditioner indoor unit from the carton, it is not easy to slip.

[0059] Optionally, the side plate 100 is provided with a hollow window 120 , and a portion of the first material-saving trough 110 is located above the hollow window 120 , and another portion is located below the hollow window 120 .

[0060] The first material-saving groove 110 is formed to extend through the entire vertical dimension of the side panel 100. That is, the length of the first material-saving groove 110 is equal to the height of the first side panel 100. The first material-saving groove 110 overlaps with the hollow window 120 at the hollow window 120. A portion of the first material-saving groove 110 is located above the hollow window 120, and another portion is located below the hollow window 120.

[0061] As analyzed above, when the air conditioner indoor unit is in a static or quasi-static state, the forces acting on it primarily come from the vertical direction. When transporting or dropping the air conditioner indoor unit, the forces acting on its corners are primarily felt. The inclusion of a hollow window 120 in the side panel 100 further reduces the material used for packaging, thereby reducing the cost of packaging.

[0062] Optionally, an outward side of the side panel 100 is recessed inward along the circumference of the hollow window 120 .

[0063] This arrangement further reduces the material used for the packing pads, thereby lowering their cost. Furthermore, the hollow window 120 and the side panels 100 are recessed inward along the circumference of the hollow window 120, creating a buffer space between the side panels 100 and the inner wall of the carton. When the air conditioner indoor unit is clamped, the portion of the carton side panels 100 corresponding to the hollow window 120 deforms easily, while the remaining portion does not. This increases the surface pressure between the clamp and the indoor unit, making it less likely to slip from the clamp.

[0064] Optionally, a third material-saving groove 510 is provided on the upward side of the top plate 500 along the length direction of the accommodating space, and the third material-saving groove 510 is connected to the first material-saving groove 110 .

[0065] The top plate 500 is provided with a third material-saving slot 510, which further reduces the volume of the packaging cushion block, thereby lowering its cost. Since the third material-saving slot 510 is connected to the first material-saving slot 110, the mold shape for producing the packaging cushion block is simplified. Furthermore, the inclusion of the third material-saving slot 510 in the top plate 500 creates a corrugated surface facing outward, effectively cushioning and absorbing energy in the event of a collision or fall of the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0066] Optionally, the third economizer 510 is in a form with at least one end closed.

[0067] In this way, the packing pad can resist front-back and left-right shearing, thereby improving the structural strength of the packing pad.

[0068] Optionally, a fourth material saving trough 520 is provided on an outward side of the top plate 500 .

[0069] The outward-facing side of the top plate 500 is the upward-facing side. The top plate 500 is provided with a fourth material-saving slot 520, which further reduces the volume and thus the cost of the packing cushions. Furthermore, the outward-facing side of the top plate 500 after the fourth material-saving slot 520 is corrugated, providing a good cushioning and energy-absorbing effect in the event of a collision or fall of the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0070] Optionally, a fourth material saving trough 520 is provided on an outward side of the front pad 300 .

[0071] The outward-facing side of the front pad 300 refers to the side facing forward. The front pad 300 is provided with a fourth material-saving slot 520, which further reduces the volume and thus the cost of the packing block. Furthermore, the outward-facing side of the front pad 300 after the fourth material-saving slot 520 is corrugated, providing a good cushioning and energy-absorbing effect in the event of a collision or fall of the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0072] Optionally, a fourth material saving groove 520 is provided on an outward side of the rear pad 400 .

[0073] The outward-facing side of the rear pad 400 refers to the rearward side of the rear pad 400. The rear pad 400 is provided with a fourth material-saving slot 520, which further reduces the volume and thus the cost of packaging the pad. Furthermore, the outward-facing side of the rear pad 400 after the fourth material-saving slot 520 is corrugated, providing a good cushioning and energy-absorbing effect in the event of a collision or fall of the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0074] Optionally, a fourth material saving trough 520 is provided on the downward side of the bottom plate 200 .

[0075] The outward-facing side of the bottom plate 200 refers to the downward-facing side of the bottom plate 200. The bottom plate 200 includes a fourth material-saving slot 520, which further reduces the volume and thus the cost of the packaging cushion. Furthermore, the downward-facing side of the bottom plate 200 after the fourth material-saving slot 520 is corrugated, providing a good cushioning and energy-absorbing effect in the event of a collision or fall of the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0076] Optionally, the fourth economizer 520 has an open end facing outward and a closed end facing inward.

[0077] The first and second material-saving slots 110 and 210 are through-slots, while the fourth material-saving slot 520 is semi-enclosed. The outward end of the fourth material-saving slot 520 is connected to the first material-saving slot 110, while the inward end of the fourth material-saving slot 520 is sealed. This increases the packing block's resistance to front-to-back and left-to-right shearing, improving its structural strength.

[0078] Optionally, the second end of the bottom plate 200 is flush with the second end of the front pad 300 .

[0079] The first end of the bottom plate 200 is connected to the side plate 100, and the second end is a free end relative to the side plate 100. In some packaging block designs, in order to increase the contact area between the packaging block and the bottom of the air conditioner, an extended bottom plate 200 is used. However, if the bottom plate extends beyond the front pad 300 or the rear pad 400, the extended portion of the bottom plate 200 cannot be effectively fixed by the front pad 300 or the rear pad 400, and the extended portion is prone to breakage. In the packaging block provided in the embodiment of the present disclosure, the second end of the bottom plate 200 is flush with the second end of the front pad 300, which can improve the structural strength of the packaging block itself and reduce the volume of the packaging block.

[0080] Optionally, the second end of the bottom plate 200 is flush with the second end of the rear pad 400 .

[0081] The second end of the bottom plate 200 is flush with the second end of the rear pad 400 , which can improve the structural strength of the packaging cushion block itself and reduce the volume of the packaging cushion block.

[0082] Optionally, the second end of the bottom plate 200 is flush with the second end of the top plate 500 .

[0083] The second end of the bottom plate 200 is flush with the second end of the top plate 500 , which can improve the structural strength of the packaging cushion block itself and reduce the volume of the packaging cushion block.

[0084] Optionally, an inward side of the front pad 300 is connected to an inward side of the top plate 500 in an arc shape to form an arc-shaped corner.

[0085] The air outlet of a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit features a curved profile. The inward-facing side of the front pad 300 and the inward-facing side of the top plate 500 form a curved corner corresponding to the shape of the air conditioner interior, allowing the shape of the accommodating space to match the shape of the air conditioner indoor unit. Furthermore, the curved corner creates the equivalent of a thickened connection between the front pad 300 and the top plate 500. This enhances the protective effect of the packing block on the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0086] Optionally, a weight-reducing hole 310 is provided at the arc-shaped corner.

[0087] The curved corners, designed to accommodate the increased thickness of the air conditioner indoor unit, exceed the structural strength requirement. Lightening holes 310 are provided at the curved corners to further reduce the volume and material of the packing blocks, thereby lowering the packaging cost of the air conditioner.

[0088] Optionally, the opening of the weight-reducing hole 310 is located on the upward side of the top plate 500 .

[0089] In this case, the weight-reducing hole can also be used as a space for storing auxiliary components such as remote controls and Wi-Fi modules. The opening of the weight-reducing hole is located on the upward side of the top plate 500, making it convenient for installers to remove auxiliary components from the weight-reducing hole 310.

[0090] Optionally, the opening of the weight-reducing hole 310 is located on the front side of the front pad 300 .

[0091] With such an arrangement, the accessory parts inserted into the lightening holes 310 are not easily lost.

[0092] Optionally, the opening of the lightening hole 310 is located at the end surface of the second end of the top plate 500 .

[0093] With such an arrangement, the accessory parts inserted into the lightening holes 310 are not easily lost.

[0094] Combine Figure 7 As shown, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a packaging assembly for an air conditioner, the packaging assembly comprising two packaging pads 10 as described above, and the two packaging pads 10 are suitable for being arranged at two ends of the air conditioner.

[0095] Using the packaging assembly provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure, a first material-saving slot is provided on the outer wall of the side panel. This can reduce the volume of the packaging pad while still providing good vertical support, thereby reducing the cost of the packaging pad. The first material-saving slot allows the user's hand or auxiliary tool to be inserted into the gap formed between the first material-saving slot and the inner wall of the carton, making it easier for the user to remove the packaging pad and the air conditioner indoor unit from the carton together. The first material-saving slot can increase the surface pressure between the clamp and the outer wall of the carton, reducing or preventing the air conditioner indoor unit from slipping from the clamp.

[0096] An embodiment of the present disclosure provides an air conditioner, which includes a shell and the above-mentioned packaging pad, wherein the shell includes a back plate and a front panel; and one end of the shell is placed in the accommodating space of the packaging pad, the back plate of the shell is attached to the bottom plate of the packaging pad, and the front panel of the shell is attached to the top plate of the packaging pad.

[0097] The air conditioner provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure has a first material-saving groove on the side panel of the packaging pad, which can reduce the volume of the packaging pad while still providing good vertical support, thereby reducing the cost of the packaging pad. The first material-saving groove allows the user's hand or auxiliary tool to be inserted into the gap formed between the first material-saving groove and the inner wall of the carton, making it convenient for the user to remove the packaging pad and the air conditioner indoor unit from the carton together. The first material-saving groove increases the surface pressure between the clamp and the outer wall of the carton, reducing or preventing the air conditioner indoor unit from slipping off the clamp. In addition, when the air conditioner indoor unit is a wall-mounted air conditioner, the structural strength of the back panel is relatively high. The back panel is attached to the bottom plate of the packaging pad, and the packaging pad can better protect the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0098] The above description and the accompanying drawings sufficiently illustrate the embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Unless expressly required, individual components and functions are optional, and the order of operations may vary. Portions and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace portions and features of other embodiments. The embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A packing block for an air conditioner, characterized in that: include: Side panels, set vertically; a bottom plate, a first end of which is connected to the bottom end of the side plate; a front pad, a first end of which is connected to the front end of the side panel; a rear pad, a first end of which is connected to the rear end of the side panel; A top plate, a first end of which is connected to the top end of the side plate, wherein the side plate, the bottom plate, the front pad, the rear pad, and the top plate enclose a receiving space with an open end, and an end portion of the air conditioner is suitable for being placed in the receiving space through the open end; Wherein, a first material-saving trough is vertically provided on an outward side of the side plate.

2. The packaging cushion block according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second material-saving groove is provided on a downward side of the bottom plate along the length direction of the accommodating space, and the second material-saving groove is connected to the first material-saving groove.

3. The packaging cushion block according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connection position between the first material-saving trough and the second material-saving trough is inclined and docked.

4. The packaging cushion block according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plurality of steps are provided at a connection position between the first material-saving trough and the second material-saving trough.

5. The packaging cushion according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The side plate is provided with a hollow window, a portion of the first material-saving trough is located above the hollow window, and another portion is located below the hollow window.

6. The packaging cushion block according to claim 5, characterized in that: An outward side of the side plate is recessed inwardly along the circumference of the hollow window.

7. The packaging cushion according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: A third material-saving groove is provided on an upward side of the top plate along the length direction of the accommodating space, and the third material-saving groove is communicated with the first material-saving groove.

8. The packaging cushion according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: A fourth material saving trough is provided on the outward side of the top plate; and / or, A fourth material saving groove is provided on the outward side of the front pad; and / or, The outward side of the rear pad is provided with a fourth material saving groove; and / or, A fourth material saving trough is provided on the downward side of the bottom plate.

9. A packaging assembly for an air conditioner, characterized in that: The invention comprises two packaging cushion blocks according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the two packaging cushion blocks are suitable for being arranged at two ends of the air conditioner.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: a housing, comprising a back panel and a front panel; and, The packaging cushion block according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein one end of the shell is placed in the accommodating space of the packaging cushion block, the back panel of the shell is affixed to the bottom plate of the packaging cushion block, and the front panel of the shell is affixed to the top plate of the packaging cushion block.

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