White board pen container

Abstract

A white board pen container comprises a front panel and a rear panel and further comprises a side surrounding piece connected between the front panel and the rear panel, the front panel, the rear panel and the side surrounding piece jointly define a storage cavity with an opening in the upper end, the front panel and the rear panel are hard pieces, the side surrounding piece is a flexible elastic piece, and the front panel and the rear panel are made of plastic. The storage cavity is contracted when the side surrounding piece is folded, and the storage cavity is opened when the side surrounding piece is restored. The whiteboard pen container is more convenient to install and store, and parts are not prone to being lost when the whiteboard pen container is stored.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of whiteboard accessories technology, specifically to a whiteboard pen holder. Background Technology

[0002] When using a whiteboard, a whiteboard holder is usually installed to store whiteboard markers, erasers, magnetic pins, and other whiteboard accessories. However, existing whiteboard holders are generally fixed structures, which take up a lot of space when stored, are easily bumped and squeezed during transportation, and usually require a large packaging volume, thus increasing packaging costs as well as warehousing and logistics transportation costs.

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, a whiteboard pen holder has emerged, the structure of which is as follows: Figure 1 As shown, the device includes a base plate 1a, two side plates 2a, and at least two inserts 3a positioned between the two side plates 2a. The base plate 1a, side plates 2a, and inserts 3a together form an accommodating space. The two sides of each insert 3a are detachably connected to the two side plates 2a. Both side plates 2a are integrally formed with the base plate 1a and can be flipped up and down relative to the base plate 1a, or the base plate 1a can be detachably connected to the two side plates 2a. This whiteboard pen holder can be disassembled or unfolded into a flat shape, occupying little space when stored and is less prone to bumps and squeezing during transportation. The packaging volume is also greatly reduced, thereby significantly lowering packaging costs, warehousing, and logistics transportation costs.

[0004] However, existing whiteboard pen holders still have the following technical problems: During installation, at least two inserts 3a need to be aligned and installed onto the two side plates 2a. If the base plate 1a is also detachably connected to the two side plates 2a, the base plate 1a and the side plates 2a also need to be installed. Similarly, when storing, a corresponding disassembly action is required. Therefore, existing whiteboard pen holders are not convenient to install and store. In addition, existing whiteboard pen holders are disassembled into scattered parts when stored, which is not conducive to the complete preservation of the parts and is prone to the situation of parts being lost and unable to be used normally. Utility Model Content

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a whiteboard pen holder that is easier to install and store, and whose components are less likely to be lost during storage.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is: a whiteboard pen holder, including a front panel and a back panel, and a side panel connecting the front panel and the back panel. The front panel, the back panel and the side panel together enclose a storage cavity with an open top. The front panel and the back panel are rigid components, and the side panel is a flexible elastic component, so that the side panel shrinks the storage cavity when folded and expands the storage cavity when restored.

[0007] With the above structure, this utility model has the following advantages:

[0008] This utility model whiteboard pen holder utilizes a front panel, a rear panel, and side panels to form a storage cavity. The front and rear panels are rigid, while the side panels are flexible and elastic. The flexibility of the side panels allows them to be folded for storage, and their elasticity enables them to quickly return to their original shape. During installation, they work with the front and rear panels to support and maintain the shape of the storage cavity. Installation only requires opening the side panels, and storage only requires folding them, making installation and storage more convenient. Storage requires no disassembly of any components forming the storage cavity, ensuring that the holder remains a complete unit when stored. The overall design ensures that components are not easily lost. The front and rear panels are made of rigid materials, providing excellent support. During normal use, the side panels also provide good support as they recover, resulting in a stable shape for the storage cavity formed by the front, rear, and side panels. When stored, the rigid front and rear panels have excellent resistance to pressure and deformation, preventing deformation during storage and transportation. Furthermore, the side panels also have good resilience, ensuring the storage cavity remains stable with each use.

[0009] Preferably, the flexible elastic element of the side panel is soft silicone. Soft silicone has good flexibility and elasticity, is not easily broken when bent or twisted, and can quickly recover its shape. Therefore, its good elasticity can be used to maintain the shape of the storage cavity during use, and its good flexibility can be used to fold it when stored, and it is not easily deformed when restored.

[0010] Preferably, the rear panel is a magnetic plate. Magnetic attachment facilitates both hanging and removing the product, and allows for repositioning the product as needed, making it more convenient and flexible to use.

[0011] Preferably, the inner side of the rear panel extends to form a first U-shaped flange that connects to one side of the side panel, and the inner side of the front panel extends to form a second U-shaped flange that connects to the other side of the side panel. This arrangement facilitates the connection of the front and rear panels to the side panel, and results in a more secure connection.

[0012] Preferably, the length and width of the front panel are both smaller than those of the rear panel, and the side panels gradually taper inward from back to front, with the front panel folded into the rear panel via the side panels. This design not only maintains the product's folded shape but also allows for two usage modes: one where the side panels are fully unfolded, and the other where the upper part of the side panels is unfolded while the lower part is folded, providing greater flexibility.

[0013] Preferably, the inner and outer walls of the side panel each have a crease. These two creases are parallel and extend from the left side of the side panel through the bottom to the right side. The side panel folds into the rear panel via the rear crease, and the front panel folds into the side panel via the front crease. This design simplifies the structure and makes it easier to fold the front panel into the rear panel.

[0014] Preferably, the side panel has at least two creases on its sidewall, each crease extending from the left side of the side panel through the bottom to the right side, and the creases are parallel front to back and alternately arranged inside and outside. This arrangement makes the product easier to fold and flatter after folding.

[0015] Preferably, each crease is a V-shaped groove or a C-shaped groove provided on the side wall of the side panel. This crease structure is simple, easy to process, and allows the surface of the side panel to be relatively flat when unfolded.

[0016] Preferably, the front panel, the rear panel, and the side panels are integrally injection molded. This arrangement allows for a more secure connection between the side panels and the front and rear panels.

[0017] Preferably, the storage cavity is detachably connected to at least one insert for dividing the storage cavity space. Detachable inserts are more suitable for installation in larger storage cavities; they can form different storage areas during use, making them more flexible and convenient for classifying and storing items; they can be removed for storage without affecting the folding of the side panels, and can be stored in the folded storage cavity without being easily lost; furthermore, installing inserts in larger storage cavities can also provide better support for the storage cavity.

[0018] Preferably, the two sides of the insert are connected between the front panel and the rear panel. Each side of the insert has a side strip, and both the front panel and the rear panel have slots that correspond to and mate with the side strips. The two sides of the insert are detachably connected between the front panel and the rear panel via the side strips and the slots. This detachable connection structure between the insert and the front and rear panels is simple and easy to assemble and disassemble. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 Here is a structural diagram of an existing whiteboard pen holder;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the whiteboard pen holder in the first usage state in Embodiment 1;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the whiteboard pen holder in the second usage state in Example 1;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the whiteboard pen holder in its stored state in Example 1;

[0023] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the whiteboard pen holder in Example 1;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the whiteboard pen holder in the first usage state in Embodiment 2;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the whiteboard pen holder in the first usage state in Example 3;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a top view of the whiteboard pen holder in the first usage state in Embodiment 3;

[0027] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A cross-sectional view along the middle AA';

[0028] Figure 10 for Figure 8 Cross-sectional view at the midline BB';

[0029] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of the whiteboard pen holder in Example 3;

[0030] In the existing technical drawings: 1a-base plate, 2a-side plate, 3a-insertion plate;

[0031] In the figures of this utility model: 1-front panel, 2-rear panel, 3-side panel, 4-storage cavity, 5-crease, 6-insertion piece, 7-first U-shaped flange, 8-second U-shaped flange, 9-side insert, 10-slot, 11-card slot, 12-top block. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0033] Example 1:

[0034] like Figure 2-5 As shown, a whiteboard pen holder includes a front panel 1 and a rear panel 2, and a side panel 3 connecting the front panel 1 and the rear panel 2. The front panel 1, rear panel 2, and side panel 3 together enclose a storage cavity 4 with an open top. The front panel 1 and rear panel 2 are rigid components, while the side panel 3 is a flexible elastic component, so that the side panel 3 shrinks the storage cavity 4 when folded and expands the storage cavity 4 when restored. In this embodiment, the rigid component is made of rigid plastic, with the following orientations: front, back, left, right, top, bottom, inner side, and outer side. Figure 2 As the standard.

[0035] In this embodiment, the whiteboard pen holder utilizes a front panel 1, a rear panel 2, and a side panel 3 to form a storage cavity 4. The front panel 1 and rear panel 2 are rigid components, while the side panel 3 is a flexible elastic component. This allows the side panel 3 to be folded for storage, and its elasticity enables it to quickly return to its original shape. During installation, it, along with the front panel 1 and rear panel 2, supports and maintains the shape of the storage cavity 4. Installation only requires unfolding the side panel 3, and storage only requires folding it, making installation and storage more convenient. Storage does not require disassembling any components that make up the storage cavity 4, ensuring that it remains a complete unit when stored. The entire structure is designed to prevent parts from being lost. The front panel 1 and rear panel 2 are made of rigid materials, providing excellent support. During normal use, the side panels 3 also provide good support as they recover, ensuring the stability of the storage cavity 4 formed by the front panel 1, rear panel 2, and side panels 3. When stored, the rigid front panel 1 and rear panel 2 have good resistance to pressure and deformation, making them less prone to deformation during storage and transportation. Furthermore, the side panels 3 also have good recovery capabilities, ensuring the stability of the storage cavity 4's shape each time it is used.

[0036] The flexible elastic element of the side panel 3 is made of soft silicone. Soft silicone has good flexibility and elasticity, is not easy to break when bent or twisted, and can quickly recover and rebound. Therefore, when in use, its good elasticity can be used to maintain the shape of the storage cavity 4, and when stored, its good flexibility can be used to fold it, and it is not easy to deform when it recovers.

[0037] The rear panel 2 is a magnetic suction plate, and the front panel 1 can also be set as a magnetic suction plate to further improve the magnetic attraction effect. Utilizing magnetic attraction makes it convenient to hang and remove the product, and also allows for repositioning the product as needed, making it more convenient and flexible to use.

[0038] The inner side of the rear panel 2 is provided with a first U-shaped flange 7 that connects to one side of the side panel 3, and the inner side of the front panel 1 is provided with a second U-shaped flange 8 that connects to the other side of the side panel 3. This arrangement facilitates the connection of the front panel 1 and the rear panel 2 to the side panel 3, and the connection is more secure.

[0039] The front panel 1 is shorter and narrower than the rear panel 2. The side panels 3 gradually taper inward from back to front, and the front panel 1 is folded into the rear panel 2 through the side panels 3. This design not only maintains the shape of the product after folding, but also allows for two usage modes: one is to fully unfold the side panels 3, and the other is to unfold the upper part of the side panels 3 while folding the lower part, making it more flexible to use.

[0040] The side panel 3 has at least two creases 5 on its side wall. Each crease 5 extends from the left side of the side panel 3 through the bottom to the right side. The creases 5 are parallel front to back and alternately arranged inside and outside. Alternating inside and outside means that if one of two adjacent creases 5 is located on the inner side wall of the side panel 3, the other is located on the outer side wall of the side panel 3. In this embodiment, the inner and outer side walls of the side panel 3 each have one crease 5. The two creases 5 are parallel front to back and both extend from the left side of the side panel 3 through the bottom to the right side. The side panel 3 is folded into the back panel 2 through the rear crease 5. In this embodiment, the rear crease 5 is located on the inner side wall of the side panel 3. The front panel 1 is folded into the side panel 3 through the front crease 5. In this embodiment, the front crease 5 is located on the outer side wall of the side panel 3. This arrangement makes the product easier to fold, flatter after folding, and the two creases 5 further simplify the structure and make it easier to fold the front panel 1 into the back panel 2.

[0041] Each crease 5 is a C-shaped groove set on the side wall of the side panel 3. The crease 5 has a simple structure, is easy to process, and makes the surface of the side panel 3 relatively flat when unfolded.

[0042] The front panel 1, rear panel 2, and side panel 3 are integrally injection molded. This arrangement allows for a more secure connection between the side panel 3 and the front panel 1 and rear panel 2.

[0043] The working principle of the whiteboard pen holder in this embodiment is as follows:

[0044] Storage status, such as Figure 4 As shown: The side panel 3 is folded into the back panel 2 through the rear crease 5, and the front panel 1 is folded into the side panel 3 through the front crease 5. At this time, the side panel 3 is completely folded and the storage cavity 4 is reduced to its minimum volume.

[0045] The first usage state, such as Figure 2 As shown: Pull the entire front panel 1 out from the rear panel 2. The side panel 3 is pulled out along with the front panel 1, so that both creases 5 of the side panel 3 are unfolded. At this time, the side panel 3 is completely restored and the storage cavity 4 is fully opened, and the storage cavity 4 reaches its maximum storage volume.

[0046] The second usage state, such as Figure 3 As shown: Only the upper part of the front panel 1 and the upper part of the side panel 3 are pulled out from the rear panel 2, while the lower part of the front panel 1 and the lower part of the side panel 3 are still folded in the rear panel 2. At this time, the upper part of the side panel 3 is unfolded and the lower part is folded, the storage cavity 4 is partially opened, and the storage volume is smaller than that of the first usage state.

[0047] Example 2:

[0048] like Figure 6As shown, the other structures in this embodiment are the same as those in Embodiment 1. The difference is that each crease 5 is a V-shaped groove provided on the side wall of the side enclosure 3, and the crease 5 on the front side is provided on the inner side wall of the side enclosure 3 while the crease 5 on the rear side is provided on the outer side wall of the side enclosure 3.

[0049] Example 3:

[0050] like Figure 7-11 As shown, the other structures in this embodiment are the same as those in Embodiment 2, except that the size is larger than that in Embodiment 2, and the following insert 6 structure is added compared to Embodiment 2:

[0051] At least one insert 6 is detachably connected within the storage cavity 4 to divide the space of the storage cavity 4. The detachable insert 6 is more suitable for installation in the larger storage cavity 4; it can form different storage areas when in use, making it more flexible and convenient for classifying and storing items; it can be removed when storing without affecting the folding of the side panel 3, and it can be stored in the folded storage cavity 4 without being easily lost; in addition, installing the insert 6 in the larger storage cavity 4 can also provide better support for the storage cavity 4.

[0052] The two sides of the insert 6 connect between the front panel 1 and the rear panel 2. Each side of the insert 6 has a side insert strip 9. Both the front panel 1 and the rear panel 2 have slots 10 that correspond one-to-one with the side insert strips 9. The two sides of the insert 6 are detachably connected between the front panel 1 and the rear panel 2 via the side insert strips 9 and the slots 10. This detachable connection structure between the insert 6 and the front panel 1 and the rear panel 2 is simple and easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0053] The bottom of the first U-shaped flange 7 and the bottom of the second U-shaped flange 8 are provided with a slot 11 on one side and a top block 12 on the other. When the side insert 9 of the insert 6 is inserted into the slot 10 of the front panel 1 and the rear panel 2, one side of the bottom of the insert 6 is engaged in the slot 11 and the other side abuts against the top block 12. In this embodiment, the bottom of the first U-shaped flange 7 is provided with a top block 12 and the bottom of the second U-shaped flange 8 is provided with a slot 11. This arrangement can both use the slot 11 to further limit the position of the insert 6 and use the top block 12 to make the insert 6 more stable and less prone to tilting after installation.

[0054] The working principle of the whiteboard pen holder in this embodiment is as follows:

[0055] Storage state: First, remove all the inserts 6. Then, fold the side panel 3 into the back panel 2 through the rear crease 5, and fold the front panel 1 into the side panel 3 through the front crease 5. At this time, the side panel 3 is completely folded and the storage cavity 4 is reduced to its minimum volume. The removed inserts 6 can be stored in the reduced storage cavity 4 and are not easily lost. The folding principle is the same as in Embodiment 1, which can be referred to. Figure 4 .

[0056] The first usage state, such as Figure 7 As shown: Pull the entire front panel 1 out from the rear panel 2. The side panel 3 is pulled out along with the front panel 1, so that the two creases 5 of the side panel 3 are unfolded. At this time, the side panel 3 is completely restored and the storage cavity 4 is fully opened. The storage cavity 4 reaches its maximum storage volume. At the same time, according to the usage requirements, the corresponding number of inserts 6 can be installed into the unfolded storage cavity 4 to divide the storage cavity 4 into sections.

[0057] The second usage state: Only the upper part of the front panel 1 and the upper part of the side panel 3 are pulled out from the rear panel 2, while the lower part of the front panel 1 and the lower part of the side panel 3 remain folded in the rear panel 2. In this case, the upper part of the side panel 3 unfolds while the lower part folds, and the storage cavity 4 partially opens. The storage volume is smaller than that of the first usage state. The folding principle is the same as in Embodiment 1, which can be referred to in Embodiment 1. Figure 3 .

Claims

1. A whiteboard pen holder, comprising a front panel (1) and a rear panel (2), characterized in that: It also includes a side panel (3) connecting the front panel (1) and the rear panel (2). The front panel (1), the rear panel (2) and the side panel (3) together enclose a storage cavity (4) with an open top. The front panel (1) and the rear panel (2) are rigid components, and the side panel (3) is a flexible elastic component, so that the side panel (3) shrinks the storage cavity (4) when folded and expands the storage cavity (4) when restored.

2. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flexible elastic element of the side panel (3) is soft silicone.

3. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rear panel (2) is a magnetic suction plate.

4. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner side of the rear panel (2) is provided with a first U-shaped flange (7) connected to one side of the side panel (3), and the inner side of the front panel (1) is provided with a second U-shaped flange (8) connected to the other side of the side panel (3).

5. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 4, characterized in that: The length and width of the front panel (1) are both smaller than those of the rear panel (2). The side panel (3) gradually shrinks inward from back to front. The front panel (1) is folded into the rear panel (2) through the side panel (3).

6. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 5, characterized in that: The inner and outer walls of the side panel (3) are provided with a crease (5). The two creases (5) are arranged in parallel front and back and extend from the left side of the side panel (3) through the bottom to the right side. The side panel (3) is folded into the back panel (2) through the crease (5) on the back side, and the front panel (1) is folded into the side panel (3) through the crease (5) on the front side.

7. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the side panel (3) is provided with at least two creases (5), each crease (5) extending from the left side of the side panel (3) through the bottom to the right side, and each crease (5) is arranged in parallel front and back and alternately inside and outside.

8. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front panel (1), the rear panel (2), and the side panel (3) are integrally injection molded.

9. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one insert (6) for separating the space of the storage cavity (4) is detachably connected inside the storage cavity (4).

10. A whiteboard pen holder according to claim 9, characterized in that: The two sides of the insert (6) are connected between the front panel (1) and the rear panel (2). The two sides of the insert (6) are provided with side insert strips (9). The front panel (1) and the rear panel (2) are provided with slots (10) that correspond to the side insert strips (9). The two sides of the insert (6) are detachably connected between the front panel (1) and the rear panel (2) through the side insert strips (9) and the slots (10).

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