Mop bucket for flat mop

Abstract

The utility model relates to a mop bucket for a flat mop, which comprises a bucket body and is characterized in that the bucket body is provided with a water squeezing area, a water containing area and a dirty water area which are positioned at different positions, the water squeezing area is communicated with the water containing area through a water supply channel, a squeezing device is mounted on the bucket body, the squeezing device corresponds to the water squeezing area during water squeezing, and the dirty water area is communicated with the water squeezing area. The squeezing device comprises a squeezing frame and a squeezer used for squeezing a wiping object on the flat plate mop head, the squeezing frame is installed on the barrel body, an inserting opening allowing the flat plate mop head of the flat plate mop to penetrate through is formed in the squeezing frame, the squeezer is installed on the squeezing frame, and the squeezing device is installed on the squeezing frame. A water transfer channel used for transferring extruded water into the dirty water area is arranged on the extrusion frame, a switch component used for opening and closing the water supply channel is arranged in the barrel body, and at least part of the switch component is inserted into the water containing area or the water extrusion area. According to the mop cleaning barrel, it is ensured that water for cleaning and squeezing each time is clean water, and cleaning and squeezing operation can be completed in one area.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of cleaning tools, and in particular a mop bucket suitable for cleaning flat mops or foam flat mops. Background Technology

[0002] For cleaning flat mops or foam flat mops, most mop buckets need to be filled with water before placing the mop in for cleaning. Only the first cleaning uses clean water; subsequent cleanings use water that is slightly cleaner than the previous cleaning. After cleaning, the mop should be wrung out in another area.

[0003] For example, Chinese utility model patent CN201821203889.3 (publication number CN209863678U) discloses a flat mop tool, including a mop bucket and a flat mop. The mop bucket has a separate wringing area and a separate water-holding area, and the wringing area is equipped with a squeezing device. The flat mop includes a cleaning material, a mop handle, and a flat mop plate connected to the lower end of the mop handle. In use, the flat mop is rotated to a squeezing state, and then the squeezing device is inserted into the wringing area. The mop moves up and down to squeeze the cleaning material, and the squeezed water is transferred to the water-holding area through a water transfer device. Since the amount of water squeezed out when the cleaning material is squeezed is greater than the amount of water entering the wringing area from the water-holding area through the slow-release mechanism, after multiple repetitions, almost all the water in the wringing area can be transferred to the water-holding area, and the cleaning material is also squeezed dry in the process. Afterwards, the water in the water-holding area enters the wringing area through the slow-release mechanism. When the flat mop gets dirty, it can then enter the wringing area for wringing and cleaning.

[0004] While the aforementioned patent allows for cleaning and wringing operations within the same area (the wringing zone), the wastewater washed off the mop is discharged back into the water-holding area each time, causing contamination of the water cup. This contaminated water then enters the wringing zone via the slow-release mechanism, meaning the water used for the next mop wash is not clean, affecting the cleanliness of the mop. Furthermore, the slow-release mechanism may have small holes that cannot be closed. This means that during the cleaning and wringing process, the lower part of the mop may remain soaked in water from the wringing zone, resulting in poor wringing and incomplete drying.

[0005] In conclusion, existing mop cleaning buckets for cleaning flat mops or sponge mops can be further improved. Utility Model Content

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a mop bucket for a flat mop that ensures that the water used for each washing and wringing is clean and that the cleaning and wringing operations can be completed in one area, in light of the above-mentioned existing technology.

[0007] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: a mop bucket for a flat mop, comprising a bucket body, characterized in that: the bucket body has a squeezing area, a water-holding area, and a dirty water area located at different positions, the squeezing area and the water-holding area are connected by a water supply channel, a squeezing device is installed on the bucket body, the squeezing device corresponds to the squeezing area when squeezing water, the squeezing device includes a squeezing frame and a squeezing device for squeezing the wiping material on the flat mop head, the squeezing frame is installed on the bucket body, the squeezing frame has an insertion port for the flat mop head of the flat mop to pass through, the squeezing device is installed on the squeezing frame, the squeezing frame has a water transfer channel for transferring the squeezed water to the dirty water area, and a switch component for opening and closing the water supply channel is provided in the bucket body, the switch component being at least partially inserted into the water-holding area or the squeezing area.

[0008] In a further improvement, the aforementioned squeezing frame is installed at the top opening of the barrel, and the squeezing frame also has a through-hole corresponding to the water-holding area. The squeezing frame not only serves to install the squeezing device, but also enhances the appearance of the entire barrel and provides constraint over the water-holding and squeezing areas.

[0009] Further improvements include a raised linkage on the aforementioned switch component that can be triggered by the flat mop head inserted into the wringing area to move downwards. This eliminates the need for manual switching and creates a linkage with the mop, resulting in a more rational design.

[0010] As an improvement, the aforementioned switch component is elongated, with its upper end extending above the washing tub for user operation. The upper end of the switch component has a groove or rib for operation. Lowering the switch component closes the water supply channel, while raising it opens it. The exposed upper end of the switch within the washing tub facilitates user operation by lifting the switch. Since the mop head also moves up and down during washing, lowering the switch to close the water supply channel better coordinates with the mop head's movement. Of course, the switch can also take other forms, such as a ball valve or other on / off switch structures.

[0011] In a further improvement, the aforementioned switch component is constrained to the inner wall of the squeezing zone by a ribbed guide structure. The guide groove in the ribbed guide structure is located on one of the inner wall of the cleaning tank and the side wall of the switch component, while the guide rib in the ribbed guide structure is located on the other of the inner wall of the squeezing zone and the side wall of the switch component. During the downward movement of the switch component, the ribbed guide structure applies a force to the switch component towards the outlet end of the water supply channel. The ribbed guide structure ensures that the switch component follows a predetermined trajectory and applies a force towards the outlet end of the water supply channel, enabling the switch component to better close the outlet end of the water supply channel and prevent leakage.

[0012] To ensure that the switch component does not move further after it has been lowered into place, the inner wall of the aforementioned squeezing area is provided with a stop that blocks the switch component from moving down to close the water supply channel.

[0013] Preferably, the extruder is plate-shaped. Of course, the extruder can also be roller-shaped, corrugated, or have an arched protrusion.

[0014] Preferably, the aforementioned squeezer is oscillating, and the squeezing frame is provided with a stop structure to limit the oscillation of the squeezer. When the mop head is moved downward, it causes the squeezer to swing downward to the position blocked by the stop structure. At this position, the gap between the inlets is the smallest, and the squeezer can exert greater squeezing force on the wiping object for a longer time, resulting in better water squeezing effect. When the mop head is moved upward, it causes the squeezer to swing upward, and the gap between the inlets becomes larger, which facilitates the mop head to disengage from the squeezer upward.

[0015] Preferably, the water transfer channel is located above the squeezer. After the squeezer squeezes the wiping material, the water on the wiping material has a large squeezing force, which can directly pass over the water above the squeezer and enter the sewage area. Of course, a water passage hole can also be provided on the squeezer, or a water guiding component can be provided above the squeezer.

[0016] To prevent damage to the wringing area caused by the mop head impacting it forcefully during washing, a buffer mechanism is installed in the wringing area to cushion the downward pressure of the flat mop head.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: The opening and closing of the water supply channel is determined by the action of the switch component. When the switch component is open, the water-holding area supplies water to the squeezing area through the water supply channel; when the switch component is closed, the water-holding area stops supplying water to the water supply channel, thus achieving a quantitative water supply from the water-holding area to the squeezing area. After the water supply is completed, the switch component is closed, and the mop head is cleaned in the squeezing area until all the water in the squeezing area is transferred by the water transfer channel, and then the squeezing begins. For the next use, simply open the switch component again to supply water, so each supply is clean water. Importantly, the entire squeezing device is independently mounted on the squeezing frame, allowing the squeezer to be pre-installed on the frame before the frame is installed on the bucket, facilitating assembly. This is simpler than installing the squeezer directly onto the squeezing area. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model (with the mop head not inserted into the wringing area);

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A sectional view;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point B;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model (mop head inserted downwards into the wringing area);

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A sectional view;

[0024] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of point E;

[0025] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Enlarged view at point F;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view along the front and back direction of the dewatering zone in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 10 This is an exploded view of the assembly between the squeezing area and the water-holding area in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of the extrusion device in an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0030] like Figures 1-11 The figure shown is a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] A mop bucket for a flat mop includes a bucket body 1, which has a squeezing area 1a, a water-holding area 1b, and a dirty water area 1c located at different positions. The squeezing area 1a and the water-holding area 1b are connected by a water supply channel S.

[0032] A squeezing device 5 is installed on the barrel 1. When squeezing water, the squeezing device 5 corresponds to the squeezing area 1a. The squeezing device 5 includes a squeezing frame 51 and a squeezing press 52 for squeezing the wiping material 4 on the flat mop head 3. The squeezing press 52 is plate-shaped. The squeezing press 52 can swing, and the squeezing frame 51 is provided with a stop structure 521 to limit the swing of the squeezing press 52.

[0033] A squeezing frame 51 is installed on the bucket body 1. The squeezing frame 51 has an insertion port 511 through which the flat mop head 3 of the flat mop passes. A squeezing device 52 is installed on the squeezing frame 51. The squeezing frame 51 has a water transfer channel D for transferring the squeezed water to the dirty water area 1c. The water transfer channel is located above the squeezing device 52. The squeezing frame 51 is installed at the top opening of the bucket body 1. The squeezing frame 51 also has a through-hole 512 that communicates with the water holding area 1b.

[0034] The tub body 1 is equipped with a switch component 2 for opening and closing the water supply channel S. The switch component 2 is at least partially inserted into the water-holding area 1b or the wringing area 1a. The switch component 2 has a protruding linkage part 21 that can be triggered to move downward by the flat mop head 3 inserted into the wringing area 1a. The switch component 2 is elongated, with its upper end 22 extending above the cleaning tub 3 for operation. The upper end 22 of the switch component 2 has a groove or rib for operation. Moving the switch component 2 downward closes the water supply channel S, and moving the switch component 2 upward opens the water supply channel S. The inner wall of the wringing area 1a is equipped with a stop part 1a1 that blocks the downward movement of the switch component 5 to close the water supply channel S.

[0035] The switch component 2 is constrained on the inner wall of the squeezing area 1a by the rib guide structure 6. The guide groove 61 in the rib guide structure 6 is provided on one of the inner wall of the cleaning tank 3 and the side wall of the switch component 2, and the guide rib 62 in the rib guide structure 6 is provided on the other of the inner wall of the squeezing area 1a and the side wall of the switch component 2. During the downward movement of the switch component 2, the rib guide structure 6 applies a force to the switch component 2 in the direction of approaching the water outlet S1 of the water supply channel S.

[0036] A buffer mechanism 7 is provided in the wringing zone 1a to cushion the downward pressing of the flat mop head 3.

[0037] Before use, the water-holding area 1b is filled with clean water, and the switch component 2 is kept closed. When using, lift the switch component 2, and the switch component 2 will move upward to open the water outlet S1 of the water supply channel S to supply water to the squeezing area 1a. After the water in the squeezing area 1a reaches a certain height, insert the flat mop head 3. The linkage part 71 of the switch component 2 will be automatically closed in coordination with the downward movement of the flat mop head 3. There is no need to manually close the switch component 2. The water-holding area 1b will no longer supply water to the squeezing area 1a. Move the flat mop head 3 up and down, and squeeze the wiping object 4 through the squeezer 52 to clean it. During the cleaning process, the water in the squeezing area 1a is transferred to the sewage area 1c by the water transfer channel D until the squeezing area 1a is basically clean. Continue to move the flat mop head 3 up and down, and squeeze the wiping object 4 dry through the squeezer 52. When using it next time, you only need to turn on the switch component 2 again to supply water. Therefore, the water supplied each time is clean water.

[0038] It should be noted that in the description of this embodiment, the terms "front," "rear," "left," "right," "up," "down," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are merely for the convenience of describing this utility model and 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. The terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" 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 direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal connection of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

Claims

1. A mop bucket for a flat mop, comprising a bucket body (1), characterized in that: The bucket body (1) has a squeezing area (1a), a water-holding area (1b), and a dirty water area (1c) located at different positions. The squeezing area (1a) and the water-holding area (1b) are connected by a water supply channel (S). The height of the water-holding area (1b) is H1, and the height of the water supply channel (S) is H2. H1 is greater than or equal to 2*H2. A squeezing device (5) is installed on the bucket body (1). When squeezing water, the squeezing device (5) corresponds to the squeezing area (1a). The squeezing device (5) includes a squeezing frame (51) and a device for squeezing the wiping material (4) on the flat mop head (3). The squeezer (52) is mounted on the bucket (1). The squeezer (51) has an opening (511) through which the flat mop head (3) of the flat mop passes. The squeezer (52) is mounted on the squeezer (51). The squeezer (51) has a water transfer channel (D) for transferring the squeezed water to the dirty water area (1c). The bucket (1) has a switch (2) for opening and closing the water supply channel (S). The switch (2) is at least partially inserted into the water holding area (1b) or the squeezing area (1a).

2. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 1, characterized in that: The squeezing frame (51) is installed at the top opening of the barrel (1), and the squeezing frame (51) is also provided with a through hole (512) corresponding to the water holding area (1b).

3. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 1, characterized in that: The switch component (2) is provided with a linkage part (21) that can be triggered to move downward by a flat mop head (3) inserted into the wringing area (1a).

4. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper end (22) of the switch component (2) is provided with a groove or rib for human operation. The switch component (2) moves down to close the water supply channel (S), and the switch component (2) moves up to open the water supply channel (S).

5. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 4, characterized in that: The switch component (2) is constrained on the inner wall of the squeezing area (1a) by the rib groove guide structure (6). The guide groove (61) in the rib groove guide structure (6) is provided on one of the inner wall of the squeezing area (1a) and the side wall of the switch component (2), and the guide rib (62) in the rib groove guide structure (6) is provided on the other of the inner wall of the squeezing area (1a) and the side wall of the switch component (2).

6. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 5, characterized in that: During the downward movement of the switch component (2), the rib guide structure (6) applies a force to the switch component (2) in the direction of the outlet end (S1) closer to the water supply channel (S).

7. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 4, characterized in that: The inner wall of the squeezing area (1a) is provided with a stop (1a1) that blocks the downward movement of the switch component (2) to close the water supply channel (S).

8. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 7, characterized in that: The extruder (52) is oscillating, and the extrusion frame (51) is provided with a stop structure (521) to limit the oscillation of the extruder (52).

9. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water transfer channel is located above the squeezer (52).

10. The mop bucket for a flat mop according to claim 1, characterized in that: A buffer mechanism (7) is provided in the squeezing zone (1a) to cushion the downward pressure of the flat mop head (3).

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