Adjustable armrest height device of treadmill

By using a lifting frame and hydraulic rods in conjunction with an electric push rod to adjust the height and position of the treadmill handrails, the inconvenience of using existing technologies is solved, resulting in a larger grip range and higher stability, adapting to the exercise needs of different users.

CN224056563UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-31QINGDAO ELAIR IND CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-04-03
Publication Date
2026-03-31

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Technical Problem

The existing treadmill handrail adjustment mechanism is not flexible enough and cannot adapt to the exercise habits of different users, resulting in a small grip area, inconvenience and insufficient stability.

Method used

The system uses a lifting frame and hydraulic rods in conjunction with electric push rods, and the height and horizontal position of the handrails can be adjusted via a control panel. Combined with memory foam pads and sweat-absorbing pads, it improves comfort and stability.

Benefits of technology

It expands the hand grip area, improves user stability and comfort, reduces the risk of falls, and makes it easy to store.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of treadmill handrails, and discloses a treadmill adjustable handrail height device which comprises a treadmill body, a handrail support and a lifting frame, the lifting frame is connected with a guide groove in a sliding mode, a supporting concave plate is fixedly connected with a round sleeve, a memory cotton pad is fixedly provided with a sweat absorption pad through a double-face hook-and-loop fastener, and the sweat absorption pad is fixedly connected with the round sleeve. A second bolt is separated from a protruding block and an installation frame, a supporting concave plate is pulled downwards to be stable, then a first bolt is connected with a round sleeve and a threaded hole formed in a fixing rod, the two sets of hydraulic rods drive a lifting frame to move back and forth on a handrail support, the lifting frame is driven to move back and forth, and the sliding block is fixedly arranged on the handrail bar. The two sets of electric push rods are started, the horizontal positions of the two sets of handrail strips are further adjusted, so that the grabbing range of the hands of a user is enlarged, the handrail strips are moved back to the original positions and fixed through second bolts, the handrail strips can be better attached to the treadmill body, and therefore better storage is facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of treadmill handrail technology, and in particular to an adjustable handrail height device for treadmills. Background Technology

[0002] Treadmills are a common piece of fitness equipment in homes and gyms, and they are one of the simplest types of home fitness equipment available today. They are the best choice for home fitness equipment. Treadmill handrails help users maintain their body stability during exercise and prevent falls due to imbalance.

[0003] An existing electric treadmill with adjustable handrails (publication number: CN221815229U) can adjust the height of the handrails and rotate them horizontally through an adjustment mechanism. However, the adjustment is not flexible enough, and the user's grip range on the handrails is small. Due to different exercise habits of different users, the handrails cannot be used to maintain body stability more effectively when accelerating, decelerating, or performing certain special movements, making it inconvenient to use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing an adjustable handrail height device for treadmills.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An adjustable handrail height device for a treadmill includes a treadmill body, a handrail support, and a lifting frame. The handrail support has a guide groove on its inner side, and the lifting frame is slidably connected to the guide groove. A mounting bracket is fixedly installed on the lifting frame, and a fixing rod is fixedly installed inside the mounting bracket. A circular sleeve is sleeved on the outside of the fixing rod. A support recess is provided on one side of the mounting bracket, and the support recess is fixedly connected to the circular sleeve. An electric push rod is fixedly installed inside the support recess, and a handrail strip is fixedly installed on the output shaft of the electric push rod. A memory foam pad is fixedly installed at the top of the handrail strip, and a sweat-absorbing pad is fixedly installed on the memory foam pad via double-sided Velcro. A hydraulic rod is fixedly installed inside the guide groove, and the hydraulic rod is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the lifting frame via its output shaft. A slider is fixedly installed on the handrail strip.

[0007] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the handrail bracket is fixedly connected to the treadmill body, and a bolt is provided on the circular sleeve.

[0008] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the bolt is threadedly connected to the round sleeve and the fixing rod, and a control panel is fixedly provided on the top of the handrail bracket.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a protrusion is fixedly provided at one end of the support concave plate near the mounting bracket, and two bolts are provided on the protrusion.

[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the bolts are threaded to connect the mounting bracket and the protrusion, and the hydraulic rods are symmetrically distributed on the handrail bracket.

[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a limiting groove is formed on the side wall of the supporting concave plate, the slider is slidably connected to the limiting groove, and the slider is symmetrically distributed on the supporting concave plate.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0013] In use, by separating bolt two from the protrusion and mounting bracket, the positioning of the support concave plate is released. Then, with the cooperation of the sleeve and the fixing rod, the support concave plate is pulled down to stabilize it. Next, bolt one is connected to the threaded holes on the sleeve and the fixing rod to fix the position of the handrail after it is leveled. A lifting frame is installed on the handrail bracket. After leveling and fixing the handrails on both sides in sequence, when the runner needs to adjust the height of the two sets of handrails, he only needs to operate the control panel to simultaneously open the two sets of hydraulic rods. Under the action of the two sets of guide grooves... Two sets of hydraulic rods drive the lifting frame to move back and forth on the handrail support. At the same time, the lifting frame moves the two sets of handrails, adjusting them to a suitable height. Then, by operating the control panel, the two sets of electric push rods are activated to further adjust the horizontal position of the two sets of handrails, thereby expanding the user's grip range and improving stability. When the treadmill body is not in use, the handrails can be moved back to their original position by removing bolt one and then fixed with bolt two, making them fit the treadmill body better and facilitating better storage. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an adjustable handrail height device for a treadmill proposed in this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of an adjustable handrail height device for a treadmill proposed in this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 This is an enlarged structural diagram of point A of an adjustable handrail height device for a treadmill proposed in this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting frame and support recess of an adjustable handrail height device for a treadmill proposed in this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of the handrail strip of the adjustable handrail height device for a treadmill proposed in this utility model;

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Treadmill body; 101. Guide groove; 102. Mounting bracket; 103. Support plate; 104. Handrail strip; 105. Hydraulic rod; 106. Protrusion; 2. Handrail bracket; 201. Electric push rod; 202. Sweat pad; 203. Memory foam pad; 3. Lifting frame; 301. Bolt 1; 302. Round sleeve; 303. Fixing rod; 4. Control panel; 5. Bolt 2; 6. Slider; 7. Limiting groove; 8. Double-sided Velcro. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," 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 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. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," and "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within 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.

[0023] Reference Figures 1-5An adjustable handrail height device for a treadmill includes a treadmill body 1, a handrail support 2, and a lifting frame 3. A guide groove 101 is provided on the inner side of the handrail support 2. The lifting frame 3 is slidably connected to the guide groove 101. A mounting bracket 102 is fixedly installed on the lifting frame 3. A fixing rod 303 is fixedly installed inside the mounting bracket 102. A round sleeve 302 is sleeved on the outside of the fixing rod 303. A support recess 103 is provided on one side of the mounting bracket 102. The support recess 103 is fixedly connected to the round sleeve 302. An electric push rod 201 is fixedly installed inside the support recess 103. A handrail strip 104 is fixedly installed on the output shaft of the electric push rod 201. A memory foam pad 203 is fixedly installed at the top of the handrail strip 104. A sweat-absorbing pad 202 is fixedly installed on the memory foam pad 203 via double-sided Velcro 8. A hydraulic rod 105 is fixedly installed inside the guide groove 101. The hydraulic rod 105 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the lifting frame 3 via its output shaft. A slider 6 is fixedly installed on the handrail strip 104.

[0024] In use, loosen and remove bolt 25 to separate it from the mounting bracket 102 and protrusion 106. Then, pull down the support recess 103 and flatten it. Next, use bolt 101 to connect it to the threaded holes on the sleeve 302 and fixing rod 303. Fix the flattened position of the support recess 103 again. After fixing the support recesses 103 on both sides, simultaneously activate the two sets of electric push rods 201 to push the two sets of handrail bars 104 out of the two sets of support recesses 103 to further adjust the horizontal position of the handrail bars 104. After use, the bolt 301 can be released from its limiting position on the support recess 103, allowing the support recess 103 to be pushed upwards and folded. Bolt 5 can then be connected to the protrusion 106 and the mounting bracket 102, securing the vertical support recess 103 for better storage. Memory foam pads 203 are installed on the handrail 104 to provide comfort for the user's hand grip and effectively reduce injury from accidental collisions during exercise. A sweat-absorbing pad 202 is attached to the memory foam pad 203 via double-sided Velcro 8 to reduce the impact of hand sweat on grip. The sweat-absorbing pad 202 can also be replaced.

[0025] In this embodiment, the handrail bracket 2 is fixedly connected to the treadmill body 1, and the circular sleeve 302 is provided with bolt 301.

[0026] When in use, the sweat pad 202 is attached to the memory foam pad 203 by double-sided Velcro 8. The sweat pad 202 can reduce the impact of sweat on the athlete's hands, and the double-sided Velcro 8 makes it easy to replace the sweat pad 202.

[0027] In this embodiment, bolt 301 is threaded to connect sleeve 302 and fixing rod 303, and control panel 4 is fixedly installed on the top of handrail bracket 2.

[0028] In use, two sets of electric push rods 201 are used to push the two sets of handrails 104 out into the two sets of support recesses 103 respectively, so as to adjust the handrails 104 to a suitable horizontal position.

[0029] In this embodiment, a protrusion 106 is fixedly provided at one end of the support plate 103 near the mounting bracket 102, and a bolt 2 5 is provided on the protrusion 106.

[0030] In use, threaded grooves that are compatible with bolt 2 5 are provided on both the mounting bracket 102 and the protrusion 106. The vertically folded support plate 103 can be fixed by bolt 2 5.

[0031] In this embodiment, bolt 25 is threaded to connect mounting bracket 102 and protrusion 106, and hydraulic rod 105 is symmetrically distributed on handrail bracket 2.

[0032] In use, hydraulic rods 105 are provided on both sides of the handrail bracket 2, and the height of the handrail strip 104 can be adjusted by the two sets of hydraulic rods 105.

[0033] In this embodiment, a limiting groove 7 is provided on the side wall of the supporting concave plate 103, and the slider 6 is slidably connected to the limiting groove 7. The slider 6 is symmetrically distributed on the supporting concave plate 103.

[0034] In use, the slider 6 and the limiting groove 7 provide a limiting function for the handrail 104, preventing the handrail 104 from completely separating from the supporting concave plate 103.

[0035] From the above description, it can be seen that the above embodiments of this utility model achieve the following technical effects: During use, by setting a memory foam pad 203 on the handrail 104, comfort is provided for the user's hand grip, and the injury to the body from accidental collisions during exercise can be effectively reduced. Furthermore, a sweat-absorbing pad 202 is attached to the memory foam pad 203 via double-sided Velcro 8, reducing the impact of hand sweat on grip, thereby reducing the risk of slipping and falling. It also facilitates the replacement of the sweat-absorbing pad 202. By loosening bolt 25, bolt 25 is separated from the mounting bracket 102 and protrusion 106, releasing the fixation on the support recess 103. Then, the support recess 103 is pulled down to flatten it, and then the bolts are used... Bolt 301 is connected to the threaded holes on sleeve 302 and fixing rod 303 to fix the position of support plate 103 again. After the support plates 103 on both sides are placed and fixed in a stable manner, the two sets of electric push rods 201 are activated simultaneously to push the two sets of handrail strips 104 out of the two sets of support plates 103 to further adjust the horizontal position of the handrail strips 104. After use, the bolt 301 can be released from its position on the support plate 103 to push the support plate 103 upward and connect bolt 5 to protrusion 106 and mounting bracket 102 to fix the vertical support plate 103 again, thereby avoiding occupying the space.

[0036] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model.

Claims

1. A treadmill adjustable handrail height device comprising a treadmill body (1), a handrail support (2) and a lifting frame (3), characterized in that: The handrail support (2) is internally provided with a guide groove (101), the lifting frame (3) is slidingly connected with the guide groove (101), the lifting frame (3) is fixedly provided with a mounting rack (102), the mounting rack (102) is internally fixedly provided with a fixed rod (303), the fixed rod (303) is externally sleeved with a round sleeve (302), one side of the mounting rack (102) is provided with a supporting concave plate (103), the supporting concave plate (103) is fixedly connected with the round sleeve (302), the supporting concave plate (103) is internally fixedly provided with an electric push rod (201), the output shaft of the electric push rod (201) is fixedly provided with a handrail strip (104), the top end of the handrail strip (104) is fixedly provided with a memory cotton pad (203), the memory cotton pad (203) is fixedly provided with a sweat-absorbing pad (202) through double-sided magic tape (8), the guide groove (101) is internally fixedly provided with a hydraulic rod (105), the hydraulic rod (105) is fixedly connected with the bottom end of the lifting frame (3) through an output shaft, and the handrail strip (104) is fixedly provided with a sliding block (6).

2. A height adjustable handrail for a treadmill as defined in claim 1, wherein, The handrail support (2) is fixedly connected with the treadmill main body (1), and the round sleeve (302) is provided with a bolt (301).

3. A height adjustable handrail for a treadmill as defined in claim 2, wherein, The bolt (301) is threadedly connected with the round sleeve (302) and the fixed rod (303), and the top of the handrail support (2) is fixedly provided with a control screen (4).

4. A height adjustable handrail for a treadmill as defined in claim 3, wherein, The supporting concave plate (103) is fixedly provided with a protruding block (106) near one end of the mounting rack (102), and the protruding block (106) is provided with a bolt (5).

5. A height adjustable handrail for a treadmill as defined in claim 4, wherein, The bolt (5) is threadedly connected with the mounting rack (102) and the protruding block (106), and the hydraulic rods (105) are symmetrically distributed on the handrail support (2).

6. The height adjustable handrail assembly for a treadmill of claim 1 wherein, The side wall of the supporting concave plate (103) is provided with a limiting groove (7), the sliding block (6) is slidingly connected with the limiting groove (7), and the sliding blocks (6) are symmetrically distributed on the supporting concave plate (103).

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  • Electric treadmill with adjustable armrests

    CN221815229U