Folding support frame for bath stool

Abstract

The utility model discloses a folding support frame for a bath stool, which comprises support legs and a U-shaped frame, the U-shaped frame comprises a cross rod and vertical rods connected to two ends of the cross rod, and a connecting part is arranged at the top of each vertical rod and is used for being connected with a stool frame of the bath stool; the top of the supporting leg is rotationally connected to the center of the transverse rod. The folding supporting frame for the bath stool is stable in supporting, high in safety and long in service life.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to accessories for shower stools, specifically a folding support frame for a shower stool. Background Technology

[0002] With the accelerating aging of society and the increasing awareness of quality of life and care for special groups (such as the elderly and those with mobility impairments), the demand for assistive facilities in homes and public places is growing. Bathing, as a basic activity in daily life, can present numerous challenges for some people with mobility impairments due to slippery surfaces, difficulty standing for extended periods, and even the risk of falls and injuries. Therefore, bath stools, as a practical assistive tool, are gradually gaining widespread attention.

[0003] Shower stools on the market typically include a mounting base that can be fixedly attached to a wall, with a stool frame hinged to the base. Support legs are rotatably connected to the bottom of the stool frame on the side furthest from the wall. Existing shower stool support leg designs mainly come in two forms: one is single-leg support, where one end of the support leg is rotatably connected to the center of the stool frame on the side furthest from the wall, and the other end rests against the gap formed between the wall and the bottom; the other is double-leg support, where the support legs are rotatably connected to two corners of the stool frame furthest from the wall, and the two support legs may not be connected directly to each other or may be connected by a crossbeam.

[0004] However, these designs have some shortcomings. For shower stools with single-leg support, since the support leg is only located in the middle of the side of the stool frame away from the wall, when the user sits in a more off-center position, the single-leg support is weak, easily causing greater stress on one side of the stool frame, which will affect the lifespan of the shower stool over time. For shower stools with double-leg support, if the two support legs are not connected, since the support legs themselves can be folded, the user's legs are usually spread out to the sides during use. During the process of retracting the legs, it is easy to kick the support leg, causing it to fold up and leaving the front of the stool frame without support. In this case, manually restoring the support leg to the bottom is required, which is inconvenient. If the two support legs are connected by a crossbeam, although this increases stability to some extent, the above problems are still likely to occur. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a folding support frame for a shower stool, which provides stable support, high safety, and long service life.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A folding support frame for a shower stool includes support legs and a U-shaped frame. The U-shaped frame includes a crossbar and vertical bars connected to both ends of the crossbar. A connecting part is provided at the top of the vertical bar for connecting to the stool frame of the shower stool. The top of the support legs is rotatably connected to the center position of the crossbar.

[0008] Preferably, the vertical bar is perpendicular to the horizontal bar.

[0009] Preferably, the angle between the vertical bar and the horizontal bar is an obtuse angle.

[0010] Preferably, the support leg includes a first support rod, a first rod sleeve is provided at the top of the first support rod, the first rod sleeve is sleeved around the crossbar and cooperates with the crossbar, and a first limiting post is fixedly connected to the bottom of the first support rod, the first limiting post abutting against the corner of the wall.

[0011] Preferably, the U-shaped frame, the first support rod, the first rod sleeve, and the first limiting post form an overall axisymmetric structure.

[0012] Preferably, the support leg includes a second support rod and a third support rod, the second support rod and the third support rod are parallel, and a second rod sleeve is provided at the top of the second support rod and the third support rod. The second rod sleeve is sleeved on the outside of the crossbar and cooperates with the crossbar.

[0013] Preferably, a connecting rod is provided on the second support rod and the third support rod, and the connecting rod is perpendicular to the second support rod and the third support rod.

[0014] Preferably, a supporting crossbar is rotatably connected to the middle position of the connecting rod, and a third rod sleeve is provided at one end of the supporting crossbar, which is fitted around the connecting rod and cooperates with the connecting rod; a second limiting post is provided at the other end of the supporting crossbar.

[0015] Preferably, the U-shaped frame, the second support rod, the third support rod, the connecting rod, the support crossbar, the second limiting post, and the third rod sleeve form an overall axisymmetric structure.

[0016] Preferably, an anti-slip sleeve is provided at the bottom of the support leg, and anti-slip particles are provided on the periphery of both the U-shaped frame and the support leg.

[0017] In the above technical solution, by setting a U-shaped frame, with both ends of the U-shaped frame connected to the sides of the stool frame or the outer perimeter of the side away from the wall, the problem of structural instability caused by uneven stress on the stool frame is solved. The U-shaped frame includes a horizontal bar and vertical bars connected to both ends of the horizontal bar. A connecting part is provided at the top of the vertical bar. The connecting part is sleeve-shaped and integrally formed with the vertical bar, and is sleeved on the sides of the stool frame or the outer perimeter of the side away from the wall, so that the U-shaped frame in this application is fixed under the shower stool to support the shower stool. The length of its horizontal bar can be adjusted according to the width of the stool frame. The U-shaped frame forms a rigid support base. The force on the stool frame is transferred to the horizontal bar through the double vertical bars, and the force is transferred to the support legs through the horizontal bar. This ensures that even if the user is not sitting upright in the center of the seat, there will be no excessive force on one side, which would ultimately affect the service life of the shower stool.

[0018] A support leg is located in the middle of the U-shaped frame. When the support leg includes a first support rod, a first limiting post is fixed to the bottom of the first support rod, and the periphery of the first limiting post has texture. In use, the first limiting post is abutted against the angle between the wall and the ground to form a physical limit, preventing the first support rod from sliding along the ground through friction, thus enhancing the support for the side of the stool frame away from the wall. At the same time, the first rod sleeve and the crossbar cooperate with each other, combined with the abutment of the first limiting part against the corner of the wall, to form a double fixation, avoiding the problem of poor stability of the support leg in the prior art.

[0019] When the support legs include a second and a third support rod, anti-slip sleeves are provided at the bottom of both the second and third support rods to increase friction. Connecting rods are provided on the second and third support rods, perpendicular to them, connecting them to each other. This allows the second and third support rods to be supported and folded simultaneously, making operation convenient. Furthermore, the second and third support rods are not located at the two corners of the stool frame furthest from the wall. When in use, the user's legs are usually spread out to the sides, preventing them from kicking the second or third support rods during leg retraction, enhancing the practicality and safety of the shower stool. A support crossbar is rotatably connected to the middle of the connecting rod, and a second limiting post is fixed to the bottom of the support crossbar. The second limiting post has textured edges; during use, the second limiting post is pressed against the angle between the wall and the ground to form a physical limit, preventing it from sliding along the ground or wall through friction. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a shower stool;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of the first type of support frame of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first type of support frame of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second type of support frame of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the third type of support frame of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fourth type of support frame of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fifth type of support frame of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the sixth type of support frame of this utility model;

[0028] In the diagram, 1 is the mounting base; 2 is the stool frame; 3 is the seat plate; 4 is the support frame; 41 is the U-shaped frame; 411 is the horizontal bar; 412 is the sleeve; 413 is the vertical bar; 414 is the connecting part; 42 is the support leg; 421 is the first support rod; 422 is the first rod sleeve; 423 is the first limiting post; 424 is the second support rod; 425 is the third support rod; 426 is the second rod sleeve; 427 is the anti-slip sleeve; 428 is the connecting rod; 429 is the support horizontal bar; 430 is the third rod sleeve; and 431 is the second limiting post. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a shower stool, including a mounting base 1 that can be fixedly connected to a wall. A stool frame 2 is hinged to the mounting base 1. A support frame 4, which can be folded up together with the stool frame 2, is hinged to the side of the stool frame 2 away from the wall. A seat 3 is provided on the stool frame 2. Figure 1 The similar shower stools mentioned above can all be supported by this support frame 4.

[0031] like Figure 2As shown, a folding support frame for a shower stool includes support legs 42 and a U-shaped frame 41. Anti-slip particles are provided on the outer periphery of both the U-shaped frame and the support legs. The top of the support legs 42 is rotatably connected to the middle position of the U-shaped frame 41. The U-shaped frame 41 refers to a U-shaped frame structure formed by bending metal tubing, specifically stainless steel round tubing. It includes a horizontal bar 411 and vertical bars 413 connected to both ends of the horizontal bar 411. A connecting part 414 is provided at the top of the vertical bar 413. The connecting part 414 is sleeve-shaped and integrally formed with the vertical bar 413, and is sleeved on the outer periphery of the stool frame 2 on both sides or the side away from the wall, so that the U-shaped frame 41 in this application is fixed to the lower part of the stool frame 2 away from the wall and supports the stool frame 2. The length of the crossbar 411 can be adjusted according to the width of the stool frame 2. The U-shaped frame 41 forms a rigid support base. The force on the stool frame 2 is transmitted to the crossbar 411 through the double vertical bars 413, and the force is transmitted to the support legs 42 through the crossbar 411. This ensures that even if the user is not sitting in the center of the seat 3, there will be no excessive force on one side, which will ultimately affect the service life of the shower stool.

[0032] like Figure 3 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the vertical rod 413 is perpendicular to the horizontal rod 411, and a chamfer is provided at the connection between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 to increase the stability of the U-shaped frame 41 and prevent sharp edges from scratching the user. The support leg 42 includes a first support rod 421, and a first sleeve 422 is provided at the top of the first support rod 421. The first sleeve 422 is sleeved around the horizontal rod 411 and cooperates with the horizontal rod 411 to realize the rotational connection between the first support rod 421 and the horizontal rod 411. Other sleeves 412 are also sleeved around the horizontal rod 411 to limit the radial displacement of the first sleeve 422 along the horizontal rod 411. In the folded state, the first support rod 421 can be rotated and folded around the horizontal rod 411. The cooperation of the sleeves 412 restricts the radial degree of freedom of the first support rod 421, preventing the first support rod from moving radially along the horizontal rod 411 to a position other than the middle of the horizontal rod. A first limiting post 423 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the first support rod 421. The periphery of the first limiting post 423 is textured. In use, the first limiting post 423 is abutted against the angle between the wall and the ground to form a physical limit. Friction prevents the first support rod 421 from sliding along the ground. At the same time, the load from the stool frame 2 is transferred to the corner area through the first support rod 421, dispersing the force on one side of the seat plate 3, making the stool frame 2 less prone to deformation or even damage. Meanwhile, the first rod sleeve 422 and the crossbar 411 cooperate with each other and combine with the abutment of the first limiting post 423 against the corner to form a double fixing structure, avoiding the problem of poor stability of the support leg 42 in the prior art.

[0033] In this embodiment, the U-shaped frame 41, the first support rod 421, the first rod sleeve 422, and the first limiting post 423 form an axially symmetrical whole, which is both aesthetically pleasing and provides stronger support.

[0034] like Figure 4 As shown, the angle between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 is an obtuse angle, which increases the structural strength of the U-shaped frame 41 to some extent. The change in the angle between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 allows the U-shaped frame 41 to better resist deformation under stress, improving its durability and service life. Simultaneously, in the folded state, the obtuse angle structure allows the U-shaped frame 41 to occupy less space and reduces the possibility of collisions with other items during storage. Furthermore, the U-shaped frame 41, the first support rod 421, the first rod sleeve 422, and the first limiting post 423 form an axially symmetrical whole.

[0035] like Figure 5 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the vertical rod 413 is perpendicular to the horizontal rod 411, and the connection between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 is also chamfered. The support leg 42 includes a second support rod 424 and a third support rod 425. A second sleeve 426 is provided at the top of the second support rod 424 and the third support rod 425. The second sleeve 426 is fitted around the horizontal rod 411 and engages with the horizontal rod 411 to achieve a rotational connection between the second support rod 424 and the third support rod 425 and the horizontal rod 411. A sleeve 412 is also provided around the first horizontal rod 411. The engagement of the sleeve 412 constrains the radial degree of freedom of the second support rod 424 and the third support rod 425, preventing the second support rod 424 and the fifth support rod 425 from moving radially along the horizontal rod 411.

[0036] In this embodiment, the U-shaped frame 41, the second support rod 424, and the third support rod 425 form an axially symmetrical structure, increasing support for the stool frame 2. Anti-slip sleeves 427 are provided at the bottom of both the second and third support rods 424 and 425. Connecting rods 428 are provided on the second and third support rods 424 and 425, perpendicular to them and connecting them. This allows the second and third support rods 424 and 425 to be supported and folded simultaneously, making operation convenient. Furthermore, the second and third support rods 424 and 425 are not located at the two corners of the stool frame 2 away from the wall. When in use, the user's legs are usually spread out to the sides, preventing them from kicking the second or third support rods 424 or 425 during leg retraction, enhancing the practicality of this embodiment.

[0037] like Figure 6 As shown, the included angle between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 is an obtuse angle, and the connection between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 is also chamfered. At the same time, the U-shaped frame 41, the second support rod 424, the third support rod 425 and the connecting rod 428 form an axially symmetrical whole.

[0038] like Figure 7 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, a supporting crossbar 429 is rotatably connected to the middle position of the connecting rod 428. A third rod sleeve 430 is fixedly connected to one end of the supporting crossbar 429. The third rod sleeve 430 is fitted around the connecting rod 428 and cooperates with the connecting rod 428 to realize the rotatable connection between the supporting crossbar 429 and the connecting rod 428. In the folded state, the supporting crossbar 429 can be rotated and folded around the connecting rod 428. A second limiting post 431 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the supporting crossbar 429. The second limiting post 431 has textured edges. In use, the second limiting post 431 is pressed against the angle between the wall and the ground to form a physical limit, and friction prevents the second limiting post 431 from sliding along the ground or wall.

[0039] In this embodiment, the U-shaped frame 41, the second support rod 424, the third support rod 425, the connecting rod 428, the support crossbar 429, and the second limiting post 431 form an overall axisymmetric structure.

[0040] like Figure 8 As shown, the included angle between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 is an obtuse angle, and the connection between the vertical rod 413 and the horizontal rod 411 is also chamfered. At the same time, the U-shaped frame 41, the second support rod 424, the third support rod 425, the connecting rod 428, the support horizontal rod 429, and the second limiting post 431 form an axially symmetrical whole.

[0041] This embodiment is merely an illustration of the concept and implementation of this utility model, and is not intended to limit it. Under the concept of this utility model, the technical solution without substantial changes is still within the protection scope.

Claims

1. A folding support frame for a shower stool, comprising support legs, characterized in that, It also includes a U-shaped frame, which includes a crossbar and vertical bars connected to both ends of the crossbar. A connecting part is provided at the top of the vertical bar, which is used to connect to the stool frame of the shower stool; the top of the support leg is rotatably connected to the center position of the crossbar.

2. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The vertical bar is perpendicular to the horizontal bar.

3. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The angle between the vertical bar and the horizontal bar is an obtuse angle.

4. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The support leg includes a first support rod, a first rod sleeve is provided at the top of the first support rod, the first rod sleeve is sleeved around the crossbar and cooperates with the crossbar, and a first limiting post is fixedly connected to the bottom of the first support rod, the first limiting post abutting against the corner of the wall.

5. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The U-shaped frame, the first support rod, the first rod sleeve, and the first limiting post form an overall axisymmetric structure.

6. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The support leg includes a second support rod and a third support rod, which are parallel to each other. A second sleeve is provided at the top of both the second and third support rods. The second sleeve is fitted around the outside of the crossbar and cooperates with the crossbar.

7. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 6, characterized in that, A connecting rod is provided on the second support rod and the third support rod, and the connecting rod is perpendicular to the second support rod and the third support rod.

8. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 7, characterized in that, A supporting crossbar is rotatably connected to the middle position of the connecting rod. A third rod sleeve is provided at one end of the supporting crossbar, which is fitted around the connecting rod and cooperates with it. A second limiting post is provided at the other end of the supporting crossbar.

9. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The U-shaped frame, the second support rod, the third support rod, the connecting rod, the support crossbar, the second limiting post, and the third rod sleeve form an overall axis of symmetry.

10. The folding support frame for a shower stool as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, An anti-slip sleeve is provided at the bottom of the support leg, and anti-slip particles are provided on the periphery of both the U-shaped frame and the support leg.

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