Assembly structure of shelf separator and shelf

By employing a horizontal and vertical snap-fit ​​groove structure on the shelf, combined with limiting holes and limiting protrusions, the problem of loosening and falling off of shelf dividers is solved, achieving a more stable shelf division function, and is suitable for various shelf types.

CN223759563UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-06GUANGZHOU TROND TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520151785.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-22
Publication Date
2026-01-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-22

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing shelving divider assembly structure lacks stability, and the snap-fit ​​fasteners are prone to loosening and falling off, posing a safety hazard.

Method used

The snap-fit ​​groove structure consists of a horizontal part and a vertical part, including a first snap-fit ​​groove and a second snap-fit ​​groove. The limiting hole is used to fix the blocking strip. The stability is improved by interference fit and limiting protrusion. The horizontal part and the vertical part are integrally formed to enhance the overall structural stability.

Benefits of technology

It improves the overall stability and sturdiness of the shelf dividers, makes them easy to assemble and disassemble, is suitable for different types of shelves, and enhances the application value of item display.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a shelf separator assembly structure and shelf, the assembly structure comprises a horizontal part and a vertical part connected with the horizontal part, the horizontal part is internally provided with a first clamping groove along the horizontal direction, and the first clamping groove is used for bearing the separator. A second clamping groove which communicates with the first clamping groove and is used for bearing a separator is formed in the vertical part in the height direction, and a limiting hole used for limiting the blocking strip is formed in the joint of the horizontal part and the vertical part.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of item display technology, specifically to an assembly structure for a shelf divider and a shelf. Background Technology

[0002] Existing shelf dividers, such as the one-piece molded "U"-shaped divider, blocking strip, and cross-shaped snap fastener in the shelf disclosed in patent CN219460774U, form several channels for displaying items by setting dividers on the shelf, and then use snap fasteners to fix the blocking strip to the front end of the channel to prevent items from sliding out of the channel.

[0003] However, the existing shelving assembly structure, which uses two "cross" shaped locking parts to connect the divider and the blocking strip, lacks stability. Firstly, the front blocking strip can slide vertically and change its height due to the design of the cross-shaped locking part of the locking buckle. Secondly, the locking method of the locking buckle can easily cause the front blocking strip to loosen and fall off, posing certain safety hazards that require regular manual inspection.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an assembly structure for shelf dividers to solve the problem of poor overall stability of the existing shelf divider structure. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model proposes an assembly structure for shelf dividers and a shelf. The assembly structure can enhance the stability of the dividers and is easy to assemble and disassemble, and is applicable to various types of shelves.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0007] The first aspect of this utility model provides an assembly structure for a shelf divider, the assembly structure including a horizontal part and a vertical part connected to the horizontal part, the horizontal part having a first snap-fit ​​groove for receiving the divider along the horizontal direction, the vertical part having a second snap-fit ​​groove communicating with the first snap-fit ​​groove and for receiving the divider along the height direction, and a limiting hole for limiting a blocking strip being provided at the connection between the horizontal part and the vertical part.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the first aspect of this utility model, limiting protrusions are provided on the inner walls of both the first and second snap-fit ​​grooves.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the first aspect of this utility model, the horizontal portion and the vertical portion are integrally formed.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of the first aspect of this utility model, the cross-sectional shape of the first snap-fit ​​groove and the second snap-fit ​​groove is arc-shaped.

[0011] The second aspect of this utility model provides a shelf, including the assembly structure of the shelf divider proposed in the first aspect. The shelf includes at least one slide, a plurality of dividers and a blocking strip. The dividers are engaged in the first and second engaging grooves. The blocking strip passes through the limiting hole and restricts the movement of the dividers. The ends of the dividers are inserted into both ends of the slide.

[0012] In a second aspect of this utility model, as a preferred embodiment, the slide is a ball bearing slide, and the upper surface of the ball bearing slide is provided with a plurality of rollers.

[0013] In a second aspect of this utility model, as a preferred embodiment, the slide is a net slide, and the contact surface of the net slide with the item is provided with a plurality of guide ridges.

[0014] In a second aspect of this utility model, as a preferred embodiment, the diameter of the separator strip is adapted to the width of the first snap-fit ​​groove and the second snap-fit ​​groove.

[0015] This utility model proposes an assembly structure for a shelf divider, the assembly structure including a horizontal part and a vertical part connected to the horizontal part, the horizontal part having a first snap-fit ​​groove for receiving the divider along the horizontal direction, the vertical part having a second snap-fit ​​groove connected to the first snap-fit ​​groove and for receiving the divider along the height direction, and a limiting hole for limiting the blocking strip being provided at the connection between the horizontal part and the vertical part.

[0016] This utility model proposes an assembly structure for a shelf divider and a shelf. The assembly structure includes a horizontal part and a vertical part connected to the horizontal part. The horizontal part has a first snap-fit ​​groove for receiving the divider along the horizontal direction. The vertical part has a second snap-fit ​​groove along the height direction that connects to the first snap-fit ​​groove and is used to receive the divider. A limiting hole for a limiting stop bar is provided at the connection between the horizontal part and the vertical part. Compared with the prior art, this application has the following advantages: it can increase the overall stability and firmness of the shelf divider, it is easy to assemble and disassemble, and it has high flexibility and adaptability in its application on shelves. It can be applied to different shelf display scenarios and has high application value in the field of item display. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of a shelf divider in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a front view of the assembly structure of a shelf divider in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the assembly structure of a shelf divider in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a shelf in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the roller slide in Embodiment 3 of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the sliding net track in Embodiment 4 of this utility model.

[0024] Attached diagram labels: 1-Horizontal part, 11-First locking groove, 2-Vertical part, 21-Second locking groove, 3-Limiting hole, 3A-Limiting protrusion, 4-Slide rail, 41-Roller, 42-Guide rib, 5-Separator strip, 6-Blocking strip, 7-Assembly structure. Detailed Implementation

[0025] 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 only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," and "fourth," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] See Figures 1 to 3 The first aspect of this utility model proposes an assembly structure for a shelf divider, the assembly structure including a horizontal part 1 and a vertical part 2 connected to the horizontal part 1. The horizontal part 1 is provided with a first snap-fit ​​groove 11 for receiving the divider in the horizontal direction. The vertical part 2 is provided with a second snap-fit ​​groove 21 connected to the first snap-fit ​​groove 11 and for receiving the divider in the vertical direction. A limiting hole 3 for limiting the blocking strip is provided at the connection between the horizontal part 1 and the vertical part 2.

[0030] Specifically, the existing shelf divider includes a divider strip 5 and a stop strip 6. The divider strip 6 has a "U"-shaped structure and can be directly installed on the shelf slide. In this embodiment, the assembly structure can use the first snap-fit ​​groove 11 and the second snap-fit ​​groove 21 to make an interference fit with the "U"-shaped bend of the divider strip 5, and then pass the stop strip 6 through the limiting hole 3 to complete the assembly of the divider strip 5 and the stop strip 6 in the divider.

[0031] Furthermore, it can be understood that after the blocking strip 6 passes through the limiting hole 3, its upper surface abuts against the partition strip 5, while the lower surface of the partition strip 5 abuts against the bottom of the first locking groove 11 and the second locking groove 21. Therefore, the assembly structure can achieve the effect of mutual fixation with the partition, preventing the partition strip 5 and the blocking strip 6 from loosening. The above-mentioned assembly structure does not rely on welding process to realize the shelf partitioning function. The partition configuration of the slide rail on the shelf can be customized through the detachable installation method, which enhances the stability of the partitioning function structure and is suitable for most item display shelves.

[0032] In a preferred embodiment of the first aspect of this utility model, limiting protrusions 3A are provided on the inner walls of the first snap-fit ​​groove 11 and the second snap-fit ​​groove 21. In order to further improve the stability of the separator, the limiting protrusions 3A can prevent the separator strip 5 from disengaging from the first snap-fit ​​groove 11 or the second snap-fit ​​groove 21.

[0033] Furthermore, when the horizontal and vertical structures of the divider 5 break at the connection point and become unusable, the divider 5 can be installed on the horizontal and vertical structures respectively through the first snap-fit ​​groove 11 and the second snap-fit ​​groove 21 on the assembly structure. At the same time, the limiting protrusion 3A prevents the divider 5 from detaching from the assembly structure in any direction, so as to ensure the stability of the shelf division function even when some divider components are damaged. Especially in the face of emergencies, it can still maintain the shelf division function and has high application value.

[0034] In a preferred embodiment of the first aspect of this utility model, the horizontal part 1 and the vertical part 2 are integrally formed. It is understood that designing the horizontal part 1 and the vertical part 2 of the assembly structure by integral forming can enhance the stability of the assembly structure and reduce production costs. In particular, the integrally formed horizontal part 1 and vertical part 2 can directly connect the two locking grooves when processing the first locking groove 11 and the second locking groove 21, which is convenient for processing and also facilitates management and control during storage and transportation.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment of the first aspect of this utility model, the cross-sectional shape of the first snap-fit ​​groove 11 and the second snap-fit ​​groove 21 is arc-shaped. It can be understood that the cross-section of the divider strip 5 is circular, while the arc-shaped cross-section of the snap-fit ​​groove facilitates the interference fit between the snap-fit ​​groove and the divider strip 5, ensuring that the shelf separation function has a certain stability when the assembly structure integrates the shelf divider.

[0036] This application proposes an assembly structure for a shelf divider, which is applied to a shelf. The assembly structure includes a horizontal part and a vertical part connected to the horizontal part. The horizontal part has a first snap-fit ​​groove for receiving the divider along the horizontal direction, and the vertical part has a second snap-fit ​​groove along the height direction that connects to the first snap-fit ​​groove and is used to receive the divider. The connection between the horizontal part and the vertical part is provided with a limiting hole for a limiting stop bar. Compared with the prior art, this application has the following advantages: it can increase the overall stability and firmness of the shelf divider, it is easy to assemble and disassemble, and it has high flexibility and adaptability when applied to shelves. It can be applied to different shelf display scenarios and has high application value in the field of item display.

[0037] Example 2

[0038] See Figure 4 The second aspect of this utility model provides a shelf, including the assembly structure of the shelf divider proposed in the first aspect. The shelf includes at least one slide 4, a plurality of divider strips 5 and a blocking strip 6. The divider strips 5 are engaged in the first engaging groove 11 and the second engaging groove 21. The blocking strip 6 passes through the limiting hole 3 and restricts the movement of the divider strips 5. The ends of the divider strips 5 are inserted into both ends of the slide 4.

[0039] It should be noted that in actual use, slide 4 can be an existing slide structure such as a propeller slide, ball slide, single-plate slide, or net slide, as long as the partition strip can be installed at the front and rear ends of the slide.

[0040] Furthermore, in order to ensure the stability of the assembly structure of the divider strip 5 and the blocking strip 6 in the divider component, after the divider strip 5 is inserted into the slide rail 4, the snap-fit ​​groove of the assembly structure 7 is first used to abut the divider strip 5, and then the blocking strip 6 is passed through several limiting holes 3 of the assembly structure 7. This not only achieves the fixed connection between the divider strip 5 and the blocking strip 6, but also prevents the divider strip 5 and the assembly structure 7 from detaching from each other, thus achieving the stability of the overall structure. Therefore, the divider configuration of the slide rail on the shelf can be customized through the detachable installation method, which enhances the stability of the divider function structure and is suitable for most item display shelves.

[0041] In a second aspect of this utility model, as a preferred embodiment, the diameter of the separator 5 is adapted to the width of the first snap-fit ​​groove 11 and the second snap-fit ​​groove 21. In order to ensure that the separator 5 can complete the interference fit with the snap-fit ​​groove, the width of the snap-fit ​​groove and the diameter of the separator 5 should be taken into consideration.

[0042] Example 3

[0043] See Figure 5 The difference between this embodiment 3 and embodiment 2 is that the slide 4 is a ball bearing slide, and the upper surface of the ball bearing slide is provided with several rollers 41. Taking the ball bearing slide as an example, multiple slides can be assembled by a crossbeam (not shown in the figure). The separator 5 is a "U" shaped structure, which can be inserted into both ends of the slide by the two "U" ends. The ball bearing slide usually has plugs (not shown in the figure) at both ends. The plugs of the separator can be inserted into the gaps in the plugs. Other types of slides will also have gaps at the front and rear ends to accommodate the plugs (which will be described below).

[0044] Example 4

[0045] See Figure 6In a preferred embodiment of the second aspect of this utility model, the slide 4 is a mesh slide. The contact surface of the mesh slide with the item is provided with a plurality of guide ribs 42. The contact area between the guide ribs 42 on the mesh slide and the item on the slide is very small, which can help the item slide to the front end of the slide. Taking the mesh slide as an example, multiple slides can be spliced ​​together to form a shelf by a snap-fit ​​structure (not shown in the figure). The divider 5 can be inserted into both ends of the slide by inserts. Both ends of the slide are provided with gaps for inserting the divider 5 inserts, which facilitates the installation of the divider 5 on the slide. It is understood that, in addition to the two types of slides in Embodiments 3 and 4, the assembly structure can also be applied to other types of slides to enhance the stability of the divider.

[0046] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An assembly structure for a shelf divider, characterized in that, The assembling structure comprises a horizontal part (1) and a vertical part (2) connected with the horizontal part (1), a first clamping groove (11) for receiving a partition is arranged in the horizontal part (1) along the horizontal direction, a second clamping groove (21) for receiving the partition and communicating with the first clamping groove (11) is arranged in the vertical part (2) along the height direction, and a limiting hole (3) for limiting a blocking strip is arranged at the connection of the horizontal part (1) and the vertical part (2).

2. The shelving divider assembly of claim 1, wherein, Limiting protrusions (3A) are arranged on the inner walls of the first clamping groove (11) and the second clamping groove (21).

3. The shelving divider assembly of claim 1, wherein, The horizontal part (1) and the vertical part (2) are integrally formed.

4. The shelving divider assembly of claim 1, wherein, The cross-sectional shape of the first clamping groove (11) and the second clamping groove (21) is arc-shaped.

5. A shelving unit comprising an assembly of shelving dividers as claimed in claims 1-4, characterized in that, The shelf comprises at least one slide (4), a plurality of partition strips (5) and a blocking strip (6), the partition strips (5) are clamped in the first clamping groove (11) and the second clamping groove (21), the blocking strip (6) passes through the limiting hole (3) and limits the movement of the partition strips (5), and the ends of the partition strips (5) are inserted into both ends of the slide (4).

6. The shelf of claim 5, wherein, The slide (4) is a ball slide, and a plurality of rollers (41) are arranged on the upper surface of the ball slide.

7. The shelf of claim 5, wherein, The slide (4) is a slide net slide, and a plurality of guide ribs (42) are arranged on the contact surface of the slide net slide and the object.

8. The shelf of claim 5, wherein, The diameter of the partition strip (5) is matched with the width of the first clamping groove (11) and the second clamping groove (21).

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    CN219460774U