Stainless steel water tank

By introducing a multi-tiered design with a bottom-sloping dirt collection groove and a sliding shelf cutting board into the stainless steel sink, the problems of water splashing and water retention in traditional sinks are solved, achieving a combination of efficient drainage and aesthetic appeal.

CN224213450UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-08ZHONGSHAN NINGBO HARDWARE TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHONGSHAN NINGBO HARDWARE TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-30
Publication Date
2026-05-08

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Technical Problem

Traditional kitchen sink drainage systems lack tiered guidance, leading to turbulent water flow and splashing. The stepped structure is not designed in coordination with the drainage system, resulting in water accumulation and cleaning dead spots. Furthermore, the simple drain outlet structure fails to meet functional and aesthetic requirements.

Method used

Design a stainless steel sink with a horizontally inclined bottom sludge collection groove and a sliding shelf structure, combined with a multi-layer stepped drainage system to achieve directional flow of sewage and block impurities. The eccentric layout of the drain and sludge collection groove forms a dynamic and visible path.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces water splashing, prevents impurities from flowing back, improves cleaning convenience and space tidiness, and is also aesthetically pleasing, meeting the practical and aesthetic needs of modern kitchens.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a stainless steel water tank which comprises a water tank main body, and first ribbing steps used for placing shelf kitchen ware are arranged below the front side wall and the rear side wall of the water tank main body; the shelf chopping board can be transversely placed on the first ribbing step in a sliding manner; the bottom of the water tank main body is inclined towards one transverse side, and the side is provided with a dirt collecting groove which is sunken downwards; the sewage collecting groove is provided with a water outlet; when the shelf chopping board moves towards one side of the dirt collecting groove, the shelf chopping board can completely shield the upper part of the dirt collecting groove; when the shelf chopping board groove moves away from one side of the dirt collecting groove, the shelf chopping board, the bottom of the water tank main body and the dirt collecting groove can form a three-layer stepped structure. According to the utility model, the eccentric layout of the water outlet and the dirt collecting groove is combined with the stepped flow guide surface to form a dynamic visual drainage path, and a continuous water film effect is generated when water flows through the hierarchical structure, so that efficient dirt discharge and ornamental value are achieved, and the dual requirements of modern kitchens on practicability and spatial aesthetics are met.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sink technology, and in particular to a stainless steel sink. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional kitchen sinks, as the core area for food washing and utensil cleaning, have long been limited to a single-sink structure. With increasing user demands for kitchen efficiency and space utilization, the industry has expanded the physical space for functional shelves and racks by adding ribbed steps and two-tiered platforms (as shown in patent CN212175948U). However, these improvements still have significant limitations: First, conventional drainage systems use a central, straight-drop layout, resulting in a lack of hierarchical water flow guidance, easily causing splashing when washing multiple types of food or during intensive operations; second, existing step structures only serve a supporting purpose and fail to integrate with the drainage system, leading to water accumulation and cleaning dead spots in the step area; third, the single drain structure limits the visualization and interactive experience of water flow, failing to meet the evolving functional and aesthetic demands of modern kitchens. Therefore, further improvements are needed. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a stainless steel water tank.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a stainless steel sink, including a sink body, wherein a first pressure rib step for placing shelf kitchen utensils is provided on the lower part of the front and rear side walls of the sink body; the shelf cutting board can be slidably placed on the first pressure rib step;

[0005] The bottom of the main body of the water tank is inclined to one side, and a downward-facing sludge collection groove is provided on this side; the sludge collection groove is provided with a drain outlet;

[0006] When the shelf and cutting board move toward the dirt collection groove, it can completely cover the area above the dirt collection groove.

[0007] When the shelf cutting board groove moves away from the dirt collection groove, the bottom of the shelf cutting board, the main body of the sink, and the dirt collection groove can form a three-tiered stepped structure.

[0008] Optionally, the drain outlet is provided with a removable funnel.

[0009] Optionally, a second rib step for placing shelf kitchen utensils is provided above the front and rear side walls.

[0010] Optionally, the first or second reinforcing step is slidably provided with a shelf frame; there are two types of shelf frames, which can be erected on the first reinforcing step respectively; the inner edge of the shelf frame is provided with an L-shaped annular limiting step; the kitchen utensils on the shelf are placed on the limiting step.

[0011] Optionally, the shelf kitchenware includes a shelf cutting board, a drain basket, or a basin within a basin.

[0012] Optionally, the main body of the water tank is a rectangular prism extending laterally, and the sludge collection groove is a rectangular prism extending in the front-to-back direction.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By combining the horizontal inclination of the sink's bottom with the collection groove, wastewater and residue are directed to one side. Combined with the sliding cover of the shelf cutting board that obstructs the collection groove, waste is efficiently collected, preventing backflow of impurities during rinsing. The concealed collection outlet design avoids visual pollution, improving cleaning convenience and spatial tidiness. The multi-layered stepped drainage structure: When the shelf cutting board is moved outward to form three steps, the shelf cutting board, the bottom of the sink, and the collection groove constitute a stepped flow surface. Water flows naturally down the steps, simulating the cascading form of a stream. Fluid dynamics optimization significantly reduces splashing, while multi-stage buffering reduces drainage noise. This structure also accelerates water convergence through the height difference between layers, preventing water accumulation in the stepped areas. The eccentric layout of the drain and collection groove, combined with the stepped flow surface, forms a dynamic and visible drainage path. Water flowing through the layered structure generates a continuous water film effect, combining efficient wastewater removal with aesthetic appeal, meeting the dual needs of modern kitchens for practicality and spatial aesthetics.

[0014] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, preferred embodiments are described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water tank of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure in which the shelf and cutting board of the middle water tank move toward the dirt collection groove and cover the dirt collection groove;

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Exploded view of the middle water tank;

[0019] Figure 4 for Figure 1Cross-sectional view of the central water tank.

[0020] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0021] 10. Main body of the sink; 11. First rib step; 12. Sewage collection groove; 13. Drain outlet; 14. Second rib step; 20. Shelf for kitchen utensils; 21. Shelf for cutting board; 22. Shelf frame; 221. Circular limiting step; 23. Drain basket; 30. Funnel. Detailed Implementation

[0022] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, "multiple" means two or more; "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number; "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features or their sequential relationship.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are 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.

[0025] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, the terms "setting," "installing," and "connecting" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral molding; they can refer to a mechanical connection; they can refer to the internal connection of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0026] Example

[0027] Reference Figures 1 to 4 The present invention proposes a stainless steel sink, including a sink body 10, and a first pressing step 11 for placing shelf kitchen utensils 20 is provided on the lower part of the front and rear side walls of the sink body 10; the shelf cutting board 21 can be slidably placed on the first pressing step 11.

[0028] The bottom of the main body 10 of the water tank is inclined to one side, and a downward-facing dirt collection groove 12 is provided on this side; the dirt collection groove 12 is provided with a drain outlet 13;

[0029] When the shelf cutting board 21 moves toward the dirt collection groove 12, it can completely cover the area above the dirt collection groove 12;

[0030] When the shelf cutting board 21 moves away from the side of the sludge collection groove 12, the bottom of the shelf cutting board 21, the main body of the sink 10, and the sludge collection groove 12 can form a three-tiered stepped structure.

[0031] In this invention, the horizontal tilt of the bottom of the sink body 10, in conjunction with the sludge collection groove 12, enables directional flow of sewage and residue to one side. Combined with the sliding cover of the shelf cutting board 21 that obstructs the sludge collection groove 12, this structure efficiently concentrates waste and prevents backflow of impurities during rinsing. The concealed sludge collection port design avoids visual pollution, improving cleaning convenience and spatial tidiness. Multi-layer stepped drainage structure: When the shelf cutting board 21 moves outward to form three steps, the shelf cutting board 21, the bottom of the sink, and the sludge collection groove 12 constitute a stepped drainage surface. Water flows naturally down the steps, simulating the cascading form of a stream. Fluid dynamics optimization significantly reduces splashing, while multi-stage buffering reduces drainage noise. This structure also accelerates water convergence through the height difference between layers, preventing water accumulation in the stepped areas. The eccentric layout of the drain outlet 13 and the sludge collection groove 12, combined with the stepped guide surface, forms a dynamic and visible drainage path. When the water flows through the hierarchical structure, a continuous water film effect is generated, which combines efficient sewage discharge with aesthetics, meeting the dual needs of modern kitchens for practicality and spatial aesthetics.

[0032] In this embodiment, the drain outlet 13 is equipped with a detachable funnel 30. The detachable funnel 30 is designed to form a two-stage filtration system: the upper funnel 30 can intercept solid residues, and the lower sludge collection groove 12 collects fine particles. This dual protection reduces the blockage rate of the drain pipe.

[0033] In this embodiment, a second pressure rib step 14 for placing shelf kitchen utensils 20 is provided on the upper part of the front and rear side walls. The double-stage pressure rib structure forms a three-dimensional functional partition: the height of the upper second pressure rib step 14 from the countertop is adapted to the standard drain basket 23, and the height of the lower first pressure rib step 11 matches the thickness of the shelf cutting board 21, so that the draining operation and food processing form a vertical workflow.

[0034] In this embodiment, a shelf frame 22 is slidably provided on either the first reinforcing step 11 or the second reinforcing step 14. Two types of shelf frames 22 are provided, each capable of being erected on the first reinforcing step 11. An L-shaped annular limiting step 221 with a cross-section layer is provided on the inner edge of the shelf frame 22. Kitchenware 20 is placed on the limiting step. The cooperation between the L-shaped limiting step and the sliding shelf frame 22 achieves rigid positioning and flexible adjustment: the inner wall of the limiting step maintains a gap with the shelf frame 22, ensuring the stability of the kitchenware placement while reserving space for thermal expansion and contraction. Simultaneously, it facilitates the installation of kitchenware according to the synchronous width of the reinforcing steps.

[0035] In this embodiment, the shelf kitchenware 20 includes a shelf cutting board 21, a drain basket 23, or a basin within a basin.

[0036] In this embodiment, the main body 10 of the water tank is a rectangular prism extending laterally, and the sludge collection groove 12 is a rectangular prism extending in the front-to-back direction. The rectangular prism extension tank design optimizes fluid dynamics performance.

[0037] Of course, this utility model is not limited to the above-described embodiments. Those skilled in the art can make equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of this utility model. All such equivalent modifications and substitutions are included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A stainless steel water tank, characterized in that, Includes a sink body (10), and the sink body (10) has a first pressing step (11) for placing shelf kitchen utensils (20) on the lower part of the front and rear side walls; the shelf cutting board (21) can be slidably placed on the first pressing step (11); The bottom of the main body (10) of the water tank is inclined to one side, and a downward-facing sludge collection groove (12) is provided on this side; the sludge collection groove (12) is provided with a drain outlet (13); When the shelf cutting board (21) moves toward the dirt collection groove (12), it can completely cover the top of the dirt collection groove (12); When the shelf cutting board (21) moves away from the dirt collection groove (12), the bottom of the shelf cutting board (21), the main body of the sink (10), and the dirt collection groove (12) can form a three-layer stepped structure.

2. The stainless steel water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drain outlet (13) is equipped with a detachable funnel (30).

3. The stainless steel water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second rib step (14) for placing shelf kitchen utensils (20) is provided above the front and rear side walls.

4. The stainless steel water tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first reinforcing step (11) or the second reinforcing step (14) is slidably provided with a shelf frame (22); the shelf frame (22) is provided in two types, which can be erected on the first reinforcing step (11); the inner edge of the shelf frame (22) is provided with an L-shaped annular limiting step (221); the shelf kitchenware (20) is placed on the limiting step.

5. The stainless steel water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shelf kitchenware (20) includes a shelf cutting board (21), a drain basket (23), or a basin within a basin.

6. The stainless steel water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body of the water tank (10) is a rectangular prism extending laterally, and the sludge collection groove (12) is a rectangular prism extending in the front-back direction.

Citation Information

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  • Compound step multifunctional water tank

    CN212175948U