Bowl and dish storage device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a bowl and dish storage device which comprises a base, a bearing assembly, a plurality of first draining strips and a plurality of second draining strips. Wherein a water collecting tank with an upward opening is formed in the base; the first draining strip and the second draining strip are positioned above the water collecting tank; the bearing assembly comprises a supporting mechanism arranged on the base and at least two supporting strip plates, and the supporting mechanism is arranged between the two supporting strip plates; the two supporting strip plates are formed at the two side ends of the base respectively and oppositely arranged in parallel, and the supporting mechanism comprises a supporting piece parallel to the two supporting strip plates. According to the technical scheme, the draining rack structure is simple in structure, easy and convenient to manufacture, easy to implement and low in cost, and mainly solves the problems that steel bars of an existing draining rack structure integrally formed with a dish rack cannot be disassembled by themselves, the fixing effect is unstable, and if the steel bars are loosened and damaged in later use, a user cannot install and fix the draining rack structure by themselves.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen and bathroom technology, specifically to a dish storage device. Background Technology

[0002] In everyday kitchens, dishes are usually stored in cabinets. For example, according to the authorized publication number CN215959329U, an easy-to-store dish rack has a drain rack structure made of multiple steel bars wound into a plate rack for placing plates and a bowl rack for placing bowls. The plate rack and bowl rack are welded and fixed together to form a drain rack. A tray for draining water is set under the drain rack. The drain outlet on the right side of the tray can be aligned with the kitchen sink for water to be washed.

[0003] While this structure effectively serves its function of placing dishes, it still has some shortcomings: First, the structure is very complex. The straight and curved winding of the steel bars has certain shape and manufacturing requirements, resulting in relatively high processing costs. Furthermore, the individual steel bars in this integrally formed drain rack structure cannot be disassembled. Second, the mutual fixation between the steel bars requires extremely high precision. If, after prolonged use, one steel bar loosens, falls off, or vibrates, the area may become unsuitable for placing dishes, significantly impacting the overall integrity and aesthetics of the product. In particular, if users are not careful and place dishes in that area, the loosened and displaced steel bar could potentially damage the dishes. If the dish rack falls directly onto the bottom tray, the fixing effect between the steel bars will affect the stability and durability of the product. Moreover, it is extremely difficult to re-fix the steel bars later, and users cannot do it themselves. Thirdly, the drain outlet of the drain tray cannot be adjusted to precisely align with the kitchen sink. Especially after the user has put away all the dishes, if the sink is not on the right side of the tray but in front, back, or left, the user can only lift the entire dish rack and rotate it at a certain angle until the drain outlet is aligned with the sink. It cannot be quickly fine-tuned and is extremely troublesome. During the rotation, the dishes inside are also prone to colliding with each other, causing noise and affecting the product experience.

[0004] In conclusion, the existing dish rack needs further improvement. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model provides a dish storage device with a simple structure, easy manufacturing, and low cost. It mainly solves the problems of existing dish racks with integrated drain racks where the steel bars cannot be disassembled, the fixing effect is unstable, and users find it difficult to reinstall and fix the racks if they become loose or damaged later. The main technical solution adopted is as follows:

[0006] A dish storage device, characterized in that it includes a base, a supporting component, and a plurality of first and second drain strips; wherein, the base has an upward-facing water collection groove formed inside; the first and second drain strips are located above the water collection groove; the supporting component includes a support mechanism disposed on the base and at least two support plates, the support mechanism being disposed between the two support plates; the two support plates are respectively formed on both sides of the base and are arranged parallel to each other; the support mechanism includes a support member parallel to the two support plates; each of the first and second drain strips is located on the left and right sides of the support member, and the two free ends of the first and second drain strips are respectively detachably positioned and constrained by limiting structures on the support member and the support plates, so that each of the first and second drain strips is supported at a certain height on the water collection groove and is parallel to each other.

[0007] Preferably, the limiting structure includes a plurality of first positioning portions disposed on the left and right sides of the support member and a plurality of second positioning portions disposed on the two support strips; each of the first positioning portions is disposed at equal intervals along the length direction of the support member, and each of the second positioning portions is disposed opposite to each of the first positioning portions; the two free ends of the first and second drain strips are respectively detachably connected to the first and second positioning portions.

[0008] Preferably, the first positioning part is configured as a groove, and the second positioning part is configured as a slot with an opening facing the top of the base, and the two free ends of the first and second drain strips are respectively connected to the groove and the slot.

[0009] Preferably, the depth of the slot facing downwards from the base is greater than the diameter of the first and second drain strips.

[0010] Preferably, the slot on the support plate forms a gap space relative to the outer side wall of the base. When the free ends of the first and second drain strips are attached to the slot, the free ends extend into the gap space or the end face of the free ends is flush with the side wall of the support plate.

[0011] Preferably, it also includes an upper sealing frame located above the water collection tank. The upper sealing frame is mounted on the base and covers the opening of the slot to restrict and constrain the first and second drain strips inside the slot.

[0012] Preferably, the support mechanism further includes two support seats disposed on the base, the two support seats being disposed facing each other on the two inner walls of the base, and the two support seats respectively forming a relief groove for supporting and engaging with the free end of the support member; wherein, at least one of the support seats also forms a guide hole and a cavity opening facing upwards on the base, the guide hole being used to connect the cavity with the bottom wall of the base.

[0013] Preferably, the flow guide hole extends from the bottom of the relief groove to the inner bottom wall of the base.

[0014] Preferably, it also includes a guardrail frame, which is inserted into the base and is parallel to each of the first and second drain strips.

[0015] Preferably, the base extends downward from the drain hole position in the water collection tank to form a sleeve ring, and a drain pipe groove is detachably fitted on the sleeve ring, and the drain pipe groove can rotate on the sleeve ring.

[0016] As can be seen from the above description of this utility model, compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] (1) This utility model provides a dish storage device with a simple structure, easy manufacturing, easy implementation and low cost. It mainly solves the problem that the steel bars of the existing dish racks are not removable and the fixing effect is unstable. If the steel bars become loose or damaged later, it is difficult for users to install and fix them themselves. The technical solution of this utility model is to set a support component on the base. During installation, the support component can support the first and second drain strips to a certain height and position and constrain them to form a dish rack for placing plates and a bowl rack for placing bowls. During the entire installation process, the first and second drain strips can be arbitrarily disassembled to adjust the placement space. If the bowls are large and the spacing between the drain strips is too small, the drain strips can be disassembled to expand the spacing space and quickly adapt and adjust. Secondly, since the first and second drain strips can be disassembled, they can be mixed and installed according to the customer's needs. This open installation can also greatly improve the product experience. Moreover, the first and second drain strips are more stably fixed by the support method and are not easy to loosen.

[0018] (2) The first positioning part and the second positioning part adopt the design of groove and slot, so that the first and second drain strips can be detached and installed, and the disassembly speed is faster. The structure is simple and uncomplicated, and it is very easy for users to get started.

[0019] (3) The depth of the slot is greater than the diameter of the first and second drain strips, so as to ensure that the first and second drain strips can be positioned and stopped after being placed in the slot, and are not easily displaced from the slot.

[0020] (4) The cavity on the support is designed to hold the chopsticks and spoons in the collection box, and the cavity is connected to the guide hole on the support, so that the water accumulated in the chopsticks collection box can be discharged into the water collection tank through the guide hole, preventing water accumulation in the chopsticks collection box from causing bacterial contamination.

[0021] (5) The drain pipe can rotate on the connecting ring. In actual use, the user can quickly and accurately align the drain pipe with the kitchen sink by rotating it, without having to rotate the dish rack in advance. This way, the dishes in the dish rack are less likely to collide with each other and cause noise. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall assembly structure of the first and second drain strips according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the first and second drain strips combined according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is an overall sectional view of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 Overall explosion of this utility model embodiment Figure 1 ;

[0027] Figure 5 Overall explosion of this utility model embodiment Figure 2 ;

[0028] Figure 6 Overall explosion of this utility model embodiment Figure 3 .

[0029] The annotations in the attached figures are explained as follows:

[0030] 1. Base; 11. Water collection tank;

[0031] 211. Support component; 212. Support base; 212a. Flow guide hole; 212b. Cavity; 212c. Relief groove; 22. Support strip plate;

[0032] 31. First drain strip; 32. Second drain strip;

[0033] 41. First positioning unit; 42. Second positioning unit;

[0034] 5. Top cover; 6. Guardrail; 7. Connecting ring; 8. Drainage pipe groove; 9. Chopsticks collection box; A. Gap space. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are preferred embodiments of the present utility model and should not be considered as excluding other embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0036] Unless otherwise expressly defined, the use of terms such as "first," "second," or "third" in the claims, description, and drawings of this utility model is for distinguishing different objects and not for describing a specific order.

[0037] Unless otherwise expressly defined, in the claims, description, and accompanying drawings of this utility model, the use of directional terms such as "center," "lateral," "longitudinal," "horizontal," "vertical," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise" to indicate orientation or positional relationships is based on the orientation and positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and is only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. It does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the specific protection scope of this utility model.

[0038] Unless otherwise expressly defined, the terms "fixed connection" or "fixed connection" used in the claims, description and drawings of this utility model shall be interpreted broadly to refer to any connection in which there is no displacement or relative rotation relationship between the two parties, including non-removable fixed connection, detachable fixed connection, integral connection and fixed connection through other devices or components.

[0039] In the claims, description and accompanying drawings of this utility model, the terms "comprising", "having", and variations thereof are used to mean "including but not limited to".

[0040] Please see Figures 1 to 5 .

[0041] This embodiment provides a dish storage device with a simple structure, easy manufacturing, and low cost. It primarily solves the problems of existing one-piece molded dish racks where the steel bars cannot be disassembled independently, the fixing effect is unstable, and users find it difficult to reinstall and fix the racks if they become loose or damaged later. The dish storage device in this embodiment mainly includes a base 1, a support component, and several first drain strips 31 and second drain strips 32.

[0042] The base 1 can be made of wood, plastic or steel. The interior of the base 1 forms an upward-facing water collection trough 11, and the bottom wall has a drain hole. The first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 (the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 are equivalent to steel strips, which are mainly made of steel or plastic) are located at the upper end of the water collection trough 11 and are respectively combined to form a plate rack for placing plate pieces and a bowl rack for placing bowl pieces. The water drained through the plate rack and the bowl rack flows into the water collection trough 11 and is discharged through the drain hole.

[0043] The support component can be separately formed or integrally formed and is set on the base 1. The support component is mainly used to provide positioning and installation for the combination of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32. That is, the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 can be quickly formed into a plate rack and a bowl rack by the support of the support component.

[0044] In this embodiment, the supporting component mainly includes a support mechanism integrally formed or separately formed on the base 1 and at least two support strips 22, with the support mechanism disposed between the two support strips 22; the two support strips 22 are respectively formed on both sides of the base 1 and are arranged parallel to each other, and the support mechanism includes a support member 211 parallel to the two support strips 22; see also Figure 1 Each of the first drain strips 31 and the second drain strip 32 is located on the left and right sides of the support member 211, respectively. The two free ends of each strip are detachably positioned and constrained by limiting structures on the support member 211 and the support plate 22, ensuring that each of the first drain strips 31 and the second drain strip 32 is supported at a certain height on the water collection tank 11 and is parallel to each other. Therefore, when the first drain strips 31 and the second drain strip 32 are installed on the support member 211 and the support plate 22, they will quickly position themselves under the action of the support member 211 and the support plate 22 and remain parallel to form a dish rack and a bowl rack. Furthermore, the first drain strips 31 and the second drain strip 32 can also be used interchangeably on one side, see [reference]. Figure 2 The second drain strip 32 is mixed between multiple first drain strips 31, which can hold not only plates but also bowls, allowing users to use it flexibly and cleverly.

[0045] In this embodiment, the limiting structure includes a plurality of first positioning parts 41 disposed on the left and right sides of the support member 211 and a plurality of second positioning parts 42 disposed on the two support plates 22; each first positioning part 41 is disposed at equal intervals along the length direction of the support member 211, and each second positioning part 42 is disposed opposite to each first positioning part 41; the two free ends of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 are respectively engaged with the first positioning part 41 and the second positioning part 42 for detachable assembly.

[0046] In this embodiment, see Figure 3The first positioning part 41 is configured as a groove, and the second positioning part 42 is configured as a slot with its opening facing upwards towards the base 1. The groove structure design facilitates the quick disassembly of the first and second drain strips 31 and 32; installation can be completed quickly simply by placing the first and second drain strips 31 and 32 into the groove. In other embodiments, the first and second positioning parts 41 and 42 can also be a fastening mechanism, a snap-fit ​​mechanism, etc., but these are relatively more expensive, and users may find it difficult to quickly adapt and use them.

[0047] In this embodiment, see Figure 3 and Figure 4 The depth of the slot facing downwards from the base 1 is greater than the diameter of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32. Therefore, when the free ends of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 are installed in the slot, they are less likely to detach automatically due to the swaying displacement of the base 1 in the front-back and left-right directions. Instead, they will settle into the slot and be constrained and positioned by the inner wall of the slot. In other embodiments, the depth of the slot may not be designed. Instead, a rubber sleeve may be fitted onto the free ends of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 that are attached to the slot. The elastic deformation of the rubber strip creates friction against the inner wall of the slot, effectively preventing the free ends of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 from loosening or shifting under external force.

[0048] In this embodiment, an upper sealing frame 5 located above the water collection tank 11 is also included. The main function of the upper sealing frame 5 is to prevent the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 from shifting upwards. Secondly, it can also bring a certain aesthetic effect to the overall product. The upper sealing frame 5 is mounted on the base 1 and covers the opening of the slot to completely restrict and constrain the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 inside the slot. Thus, no matter how the base 1 is rotated, the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 on the base 1 will never fall out of the slot and will remain parallel above the water collection tank 11.

[0049] In this embodiment, the upper sealing frame 5 has multiple insert shafts, and the base 1 has multiple sleeves. The insert shafts are inserted into the sleeves for limiting and fixing, so as to complete the fixed installation of the upper sealing frame 5 and the base 1.

[0050] In this embodiment, the slot on the support plate 22 forms a gap space A relative to the outer wall of the base 1. When the free ends of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 are attached to the slot, the free ends extend into the gap space A or the end face of the free ends is flush with the side wall of the support plate 22. Therefore, in this embodiment, the design of the gap space A is conducive to the axial displacement adjustment of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32. Conversely, if there is no gap space A, it may not be possible to install the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 if they are too long. For example, when the length of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 is relatively long, the free ends of both can extend into the gap space A. When the length of the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 is relatively short, the end face of the free ends of both can be flush with the side wall of the support plate 22.

[0051] In this embodiment, see Figure 4 and Figure 5 The support mechanism also includes two support seats 212 disposed on the base 1. The two support seats 212 are located on the two inner walls of the base 1 and face each other. The two support seats 212 are respectively formed with relief grooves 212c for supporting and connecting with the free end of the support member 211. The support member 211 is a rectangular rod and the relief groove 212c is a rectangular groove. At least one support seat 212 also forms a guide hole 212a and a cavity 212b with an opening facing the top of the base 1. The guide hole 212a is used to connect the cavity 212b with the bottom wall of the base 1. The cavity 212b is used to install the chopsticks collection box 9. That is, the chopsticks collection box 9 can be used to place chopsticks and spoons and other tableware. The excess water drained by the chopsticks and spoons flows into the cavity 212b and can be discharged directly into the water collection tank 11 on the bottom wall of the base 1 through the guide hole 212a.

[0052] In this embodiment, the guide hole 212a extends from the bottom of the relief groove 212c to the inner bottom wall of the base 1, so that the drained water can be directly discharged into the water collection tank 11. Otherwise, if it does not extend to the inner bottom wall, some water may remain on the relief groove 212c.

[0053] It also includes a guardrail 6, which is inserted into the base 1 and is parallel to each of the first drain strips 31 and the second drain strips 32. In this way, when the dishes are placed in the space between the first drain strips 31 and the second drain strips 32, the dishes near the guardrail 6 can be supported by it, so that the dishes are less likely to tip over.

[0054] In this embodiment, see Figure 6The base 1 extends downward from the drain hole in the water collection tank 11 to form a connecting ring 7. A drain pipe groove 8 is detachably fitted onto the connecting ring 7 and can rotate on the connecting ring 7. Therefore, in actual use, if the drain pipe groove 8 is not aligned with the kitchen sink, the user only needs to rotate the drain pipe groove 8 to adjust it to be precisely aligned with the sink, ensuring that the water in the water collection tank 11 can be directly drained into the kitchen sink through the drain pipe groove 8. The entire adjustment will not affect the dishes and will always remain silent.

[0055] The working principle and usage process of this utility model:

[0056] This implementation example illustrates one installation method, such as during installation.

[0057] First, the drain pipe groove 8 is fitted onto the connecting ring 7 below the base 1 to complete the installation of the drain pipe groove 8 and the base 1.

[0058] Second, place the two free ends of the support member 211 into the relief grooves 212c of the two support seats 212, so that the support member 211 is parallel to and limited and fixed with the support strips 22 on the left and right sides.

[0059] Third, each of the first drain strips 31 is placed on the left side of the support member 211. The right free end of each of the first drain strips 31 is first inserted into the groove on the left side of the support member 211, and the left free end is then snapped into the slot of the support plate 22. At this time, each of the first drain strips 31 is parallel to each other and forms a plate rack as a whole.

[0060] Fourth, each second drain strip 32 is placed on the right side of the support member 211. The left free end of each second drain strip 32 is first inserted into the groove on the right side of the support member 211, and then the right free end is snapped into the slot of the support plate 22. At this time, each second drain strip 32 is parallel to each other and forms a bowl rack as a whole.

[0061] Fifth, the upper sealing frame 5 is installed on the base 1, so that the upper sealing frame 5 can act on the support member 211 in the middle of the base 1 and the support strips 22 at both ends, so as to simultaneously limit and fix the support member 211 on the support base 212 and limit and fix the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 in the slot of the support strip 22.

[0062] Sixth, insert the chopsticks collection box 9 through the upper sealing frame 5 into the cavity 212b of the support base 212, and insert each guardrail frame 6 through the upper sealing frame 5 into the base 1 to complete the installation of the chopsticks collection box 9 and the guardrail frame 6.

[0063] When using this product, if the drain tube 8 is not aligned with the kitchen sink, simply rotate the drain tube 8 to adjust it until it is aligned with the kitchen sink; it is flexible and quick. Secondly, during installation, users can install the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 together, allowing dishes to be placed together. If users find that the dishes are too large, they can simply remove part of the drain strip to expand the placement space, making it easy to place them. Therefore, this utility model, by setting a support component on the base 1, can support the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 to a certain height and position them during installation, so as to form a plate rack for placing plates and a bowl rack for placing bowls respectively. During the entire installation process, the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 can be arbitrarily disassembled to adjust the placement space. For example, if the bowls are large and the spacing between the drain strips is too small, the drain strips can be disassembled to expand the spacing space for quick adaptation and adjustment. Secondly, since the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 can be disassembled, they can be mixed and installed according to the customer's needs. This open installation can also greatly improve the product experience. Moreover, the support method makes the first drain strip 31 and the second drain strip 32 more stable and less prone to loosening.

[0064] The foregoing description of the specifications and embodiments is intended to explain the scope of protection of this utility model, but does not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. Modifications, equivalent substitutions, or other improvements to the embodiments of this utility model or a portion thereof that can be obtained by those skilled in the art through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation, based on the teachings of this utility model or the foregoing embodiments, should all be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A dish storage device, characterized in that: Includes a base, a support assembly, and several first and second drain strips; wherein, The base has an upward-facing water collection trough inside; the first and second drain strips are located above the water collection trough. The supporting assembly includes a support mechanism disposed on the base and at least two support strips, the support mechanism being disposed between the two support strips; the two support strips are respectively formed on both sides of the base and are arranged parallel to each other; the support mechanism includes a support member parallel to the two support strips; each of the first and second drain strips is located on the left and right sides of the support member, and the two free ends of the two are respectively detachably positioned and constrained by the limiting structure on the support member and the support strips, so that each of the first and second drain strips is supported at a certain height on the water collection tank and is parallel to each other.

2. The dish storage device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting structure includes a plurality of first positioning parts disposed on the left and right sides of the support member and a plurality of second positioning parts disposed on the two support strips; each of the first positioning parts is disposed at equal intervals along the length direction of the support member, and each of the second positioning parts is disposed opposite to each of the first positioning parts; the two free ends of the first and second drain strips are respectively engaged with the first and second positioning parts for detachable connection.

3. The dish storage device as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The first positioning part is configured as a groove, and the second positioning part is configured as a slot with an opening facing the top of the base. The two free ends of the first and second drain strips are respectively connected to the groove and the slot.

4. The dish storage device as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The depth of the slot facing downwards from the base is greater than the diameter of the first and second drain strips.

5. A dish storage device as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The slot on the support plate forms a gap space relative to the outer side wall of the base. When the free ends of the first and second drain strips are attached to the slot, the free ends extend into the gap space or the end face of the free ends is flush with the side wall of the support plate.

6. The dish storage device as described in claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes an upper sealing frame located above the water collection tank, the upper sealing frame being mounted on the base and covering the opening of the slot to restrict and constrain the first and second drain strips inside the slot.

7. A dish storage device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The support mechanism further includes two support seats disposed on the base, the two support seats being disposed opposite each other on the two inner walls of the base, and the two support seats respectively forming a relief groove for supporting and engaging with the free end of the support member; wherein, at least one of the support seats also forms a guide hole and a cavity with an opening facing upwards on the base, the guide hole being used to connect the cavity with the bottom wall of the base.

8. A dish storage device as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The guide hole extends from the bottom of the relief groove to the inner bottom wall of the base.

9. A dish storage device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: It also includes a guardrail frame, which is inserted into the base and is parallel to each of the first and second drain strips.

10. A dish storage device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The base extends downward from the drain hole in the water collection tank to form a sleeve ring. A drain pipe groove is detachably fitted on the sleeve ring, and the drain pipe groove can rotate on the sleeve ring.

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