Folding box

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of logistics transportation appliances, and particularly discloses a folding box which comprises a base and two pairs of opposite side plates, the side plates are hinged to the base, locking mechanisms used for locking and unlocking the adjacent side plates are arranged on the side plates, each locking mechanism comprises a locking rod, the locking rods are transversely arranged in the pair of side plates, and the locking rods are hinged to the base. The locking rod comprises a middle operating section and connecting sections connected with the two ends of the operating section, a first elastic piece is arranged at the top of the operating section, the bottom of the operating section partially extends out of the side plate to form an unlocking button, a mounting groove matched with the locking rod in shape is formed in the side plate, and when the unlocking button is pressed, the locking rod is locked in the mounting groove. And the locking rod deforms, and the spring bolt at the front end of the connecting section is retracted inwards for unlocking. According to the utility model, the traditional independent lock operated step by step is integrated into a linkage structure, so that the operation process is obviously simplified, the risk of missing locking is avoided, and the quick folding lock is particularly suitable for the quick folding requirement in an automatic logistics scene.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model belongs to the field of logistics transport appliance, concretely relates to a folding box. BACKGROUND

[0002] The folding box is widely applied to the field such as warehousing transportation, commodity turnover as a reusable logistics container.The traditional folding box is usually formed by base and hinged side plate, and is fixed in unfolded state by locking mechanism.However, the existing locking structure (such as latch type, buckle type or spring linkage type) has significant defects in practical application: first, most locking mechanisms rely on the independent lock of manual operation, for example, need to dial lock catch or press push rod one by one, and the operation steps are complicated, especially in the frequent folding scene, the efficiency is low;Second, the traditional lock tongue and elastic piece cooperation structure is easy to cause locking failure due to material fatigue or friction loss, for example, the spring rebound force decreases after long-term compression, the lock tongue deforms and jams, etc., which directly affects the stability of the box;Third, the existing design lacks the adaptation of intelligent demand, and it is difficult to integrate the logistics tracking module, which limits its application in modern supply chain management.

[0003] With the upgrading of the demand of logistics industry for efficient, durable and intelligent packaging, the existing folding box locking technology has been difficult to meet the actual application scene.For example, in the automatic sorting scene, the operation efficiency and structural reliability become the core indicators, and the manual operation mode of the traditional locking mechanism is difficult to match the operation rhythm of the automatic equipment;In the long-distance transportation scene, the wear resistance and impact resistance of the lock are insufficient, which can cause accidental unlocking of the box and cause loss of goods.At the same time, the popularization of Internet of Things technology puts forward new requirements for the information integration capability of packaging carrier, and the traditional folding box lacks chip installation space and detachable maintenance design, and it is difficult to realize real-time tracking of goods status.Therefore, it is urgent to provide a folding box locking scheme with simple operation, stable structure and compatible intelligent expansion to solve the systematic defects in the prior art. UTILITY MODEL CONTENTS

[0004] The utility model solves the technical problem in the prior art, and provides a folding box.

[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the technical scheme of the utility model is:

[0006] The utility model provides a folding box, including the base and two pairs of opposite side plates, the side plate is hinged with the base, be provided with locking mechanism for locking and unlocking adjacent side plate on the side plate, the locking mechanism includes locking lever, the locking lever is transversely arranged in a pair of side plates, the locking lever includes the operating section of middle part and the connecting section connected with operating section both ends, the top of operating section is provided with first elastic part, the bottom part of operating section projects in the side plate and forms the unlocking button, the inside of side plate is provided with the installation groove matched with the shape of locking lever, when pressing the unlocking button, the locking lever generates the deformation, the lock bolt of connecting section front end is retracted and unlocked.

[0007] In the preferred embodiment, the first elastic part includes two symmetrically arranged arc-shaped elastic arms.

[0008] In the preferred embodiment, the front end of the elastic arm is provided with a wear-resistant protrusion.

[0009] In the preferred embodiment, the two ends of the operating section include a first connecting portion, the end of the first connecting portion is provided with a connecting protrusion, the inner side of the connecting protrusion is a slope; the rear end of the connecting section is provided with a second connecting portion opposite to and matched with the first connecting portion, the rear end of the second connecting portion is provided with a second elastic part, the second connecting portion is provided with a slide groove matched with the connecting protrusion.

[0010] In the preferred embodiment, the connecting section is provided with a limiting sliding block, and a limiting groove is formed on the corresponding position on the outer surface of the side plate where the locking lever is located.

[0011] In the preferred embodiment, the base is provided with an Internet of Things chip slot, and the opening of the chip slot is detachably covered with an upper cover.

[0012] In the preferred embodiment, the upper cover is provided with a clamping jaw and a first connecting hole, and the chip slot is correspondingly provided with a clamping groove and a second connecting hole.

[0013] In the preferred embodiment, the bottom surface of the base is provided with an anti-skid groove.

[0014] In the preferred embodiment, the outer surface of the side plate is provided with a detachable handle.

[0015] After the above technical scheme is adopted, the folding box provided by the utility model has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0016] (1) The utility model provides a kind of folding box, locking rod integrated operation section, elastic member and unlocking button are passed through the lateral plate in transverse direction, realize single hand pressing can be synchronized with unlocking adjacent lateral plate.Pressing unlocking button, locking rod overall deformation drives both sides of lock bolt to be synchronized with inward retraction, remove the mechanical constraint to adjacent lateral plate;After releasing pressure, the resilience of first elastic member drives locking rod to be automatically reset, ensure that folding box is automatically locked after folding.The design integrates the independent lock of traditional step-by-step operation into linkage structure, significantly simplifies operation process, avoids the risk of missing lock, especially suitable for the rapid folding demand in automated logistics scene.

[0017] (2)The utility model provides a kind of folding box, adopt symmetrical arc elastic arm as first elastic member, pass through the symmetrical deformation of double arc arms and scatter stress concentration, improve the fatigue resistance of elastic member;Wear-resistant protrusion is additionally provided at the front end of elastic arm, and rolling friction is formed with the inner wall of mounting groove to replace traditional sliding friction, reduce wear in long-term use, prolong the service life of locking mechanism.This structure guarantees elasticity while avoiding the defects that traditional spring or sheet-shaped elastic sheet is easily deformed and broken.

[0018] (3)The utility model provides a kind of folding box, locking rod connecting section uses inclined table slide with second elastic member, through the inclined table of connecting protrusion and the inclined surface of slide guide, ensure that the extension and retraction trajectory of lock bolt is accurately controllable;Limiting slide block and lateral plate limiting groove are embedded, the deformation amplitude of locking rod is constrained, prevent mechanical jamming or structural deformation caused by excessive pressing, improve the reliability and durability of locking action.

[0019] (4)The utility model provides a kind of folding box, base is provided with internet chip slot, supports the quick installation and maintenance of RFID / NFC chip, meets the demand of goods tracking.

[0020] The above improvements form a complete optimization system from locking core to function extension, cover the comprehensive demand of operation efficiency, stability and intelligentization in logistics scene.

[0021] The specific embodiments of the utility model will be described in further detail below in conjunction with the drawings. DRAWINGS

[0022] The drawings are part of the utility model, to provide further understanding of the utility model, the illustrative embodiments of the utility model and its explanation are used to explain the utility model, but do not constitute improper limitation to the utility model.It is obvious that the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments, and other drawings can be obtained by those skilled in the art without creating creative labor.In the drawings:

[0023] Figure 1 It is the overall structure schematic diagram of a kind of folding box of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 It is the overall structure explosion map of the folding box of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 It is the front view of the side plate (long plate) of the folding box of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 It is the side plate connecting structure schematic view of the folding box of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 It is the overall structure schematic view of the locking rod of the folding box of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 It is the operation section structure schematic view of the locking rod of the folding box of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 7 It is the connecting section structure schematic view of the locking rod of the folding box of the utility model

[0030] Figure 8 It is the bottom view of the folding box of the utility model;

[0031] Figure 9 It is the detachable handle structure schematic view of the side plate of the folding box of the utility model;

[0032] Figure 10 It is the upper cover local structure schematic view of the chip slot of the folding box of the utility model;

[0033] Figure 11 It is the chip slot structure schematic view of the folding box of the utility model.

[0034] In the drawing:

[0035] 1, side plate;

[0036] 11, long plate; 111, limiting groove; 112, hinged part;

[0037] 12, short plate; 121, lock port;

[0038] 2, base;

[0039] 21, first hinged groove;

[0040] 22, second hinged groove;

[0041] 23, internet of things chip slot; 231, second connecting hole; 232, clamping groove;

[0042] 24, upper cover; 241, first connecting hole; 242, clamping jaw;

[0043] 25, anti-skid groove;

[0044] 3. The locking lever;

[0045] 31. The operating section; 311. The first elastic member; 3111. The wear-resistant protrusion; 312. The first connecting portion; 3121. The connecting protrusion;

[0046] 32. The connecting section, 321. The limiting sliding block; 322. The locking tongue; 323. The second connecting portion; 3231. The sliding channel; 3232. The second elastic member;

[0047] 4. The handle;

[0048] 5. The chip.

[0049] It should be noted that the drawings and the written description are not intended to limit the scope of the present application in any way, but are merely to illustrate the concept of the present application to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0050] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiments of the present application more clear, the technical scheme in the embodiments will be described clearly and completely below with reference to the drawings of the embodiments of the present application. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present application, but not to limit the scope of the present application.

[0051] In the description of the present application, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer" and the like indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and therefore cannot be understood as indicating or implying that the devices or elements referred to must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present application.

[0052] In the description of the present application, it should be noted that unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "mounting", "connection", "connection" should be understood broadly, for example, it can be fixedly connected, or it can be detachably connected, or integrally connected; it can be mechanically connected, or it can be electrically connected; it can be directly connected, or it can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0053] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only for descriptive purposes, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features limited by "first" and "second" can explicitly or implicitly include one or more features. In the description of the present application, the meaning of "multiple" is two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited.

[0054] As shown in Figures 1 to 4 The utility model provides a folding box, mainly includes base 2 and two pairs of opposite side plate 1, side plate 1 is hinged with base 2.

[0055] As an example, the typical shape of folding box is cuboid, and the side plate 1 includes a pair of long plates 11 and a pair of short plates 12. The bottom of the long plate 11 and the short plate 12 is provided with a hinge part 112, and the bottom plate is provided with a hinge groove. The hinge part 112 and the hinge groove cooperate with each other to realize the pivotable connection between the base 2 and the side plate 1.

[0056] As an example, the bottom of the long plate 11 corresponds to the first hinge groove 21 on the base 2, and the bottom of the short plate 12 corresponds to the second hinge groove 22. The height of the first hinge groove 21 is lower than the height of the second hinge groove 22. After unlocking, the two long plates 11 are folded inward by rotating around the hinge part 112 in sequence, and then the two short plates 12 are folded inward in sequence, realizing the rapid folding of the folding box. As a preferred embodiment, the height difference between the first hinge groove 21 and the second hinge groove 22 is greater than or equal to the thickness of the long plate 11, so that the folded box is more flat.

[0057] Specifically, the side plate 1 is provided with a locking mechanism for locking and unlocking adjacent side plates 1. The locking mechanism includes a locking rod 3, which is transversely arranged in a pair of side plates 1. In this specification, the locking rod 3 is arranged in the long plate 11 as an example. The locking rod 3 transversely penetrating the side plate 1 not only realizes the synchronous unlocking of the adjacent side plate 1 by single-handed pressing, but also enhances the strength of the side plate 1.

[0058] The adjacent long plate 11 and short plate 12 are engaged with each other through the interlocking structure. The interlocking structure can adopt the existing scheme commonly used in the market, and its specific structure is not limited. Further, the adjacent long plate 11 and short plate 12 are locked and unlocked by the locking rod 3. The locking rod 3 includes an operating section 31 in the middle and a connecting section 32 connected to both ends of the operating section 31. The connecting section 32 has a lock tongue 322 at the front end, and a lock hole is arranged at the corresponding position of the adjacent short plate 12.

[0059] Furthermore, the top of the operating section 31 is provided with a first elastic element 311, and the bottom part of the operating section 31 extends out of the unlocking port 121 on the surface of the long plate 11 to form an unlocking button. The long plate 11 is provided with an installation groove that matches the shape of the locking rod 3. Specifically, both ends of the operating section 31 include a first connecting part 312, and the end of the first connecting part 312 is provided with a connecting protrusion 3121. The inner side of the connecting protrusion 3121 is a ramp. The rear end of the connecting section 32 is provided with a second connecting part 323 that is opposite to and cooperates with the first connecting part 312. The rear end of the second connecting part 323 is provided with a second elastic element 3232, and the second connecting part 323 is provided with a slide 3231 that cooperates with the connecting protrusion 3121.

[0060] When the operator presses the unlock button, the middle part of the operating section 31 of the locking lever 3 deforms upward, the two ends of the operating section 31 retract inward, and a slight inward rotation occurs. The connecting protrusion 3121 of the first connecting part 312 simultaneously pulls the connecting sections 32 on both sides inward along the mounting groove. Finally, the locking tongue 322 at the front end of the connecting section 32 retracts inward and disengages from the lock opening 121, thus unlocking the device.

[0061] After the operator releases the unlock button, the operating section 31 and the connecting section 32 are reset under the drive of the elasticity of the locking rod 3 and the first elastic element 311. The locking tongue 322 at the front end of the connecting section 32 is pushed out and enters the lock slot 121 to achieve locking.

[0062] During the unlocking and locking process, the second elastic element 3232 acts as a buffer and provides auxiliary elasticity between the first connecting part 312 and the second connecting part 323. The connecting protrusion 3121, the inclined platform on its inner side, and the slide 3231 that cooperates with the connecting protrusion 3121 in the second connecting part 323 can provide room for the slight rotation and relative displacement of the operating section 31, preventing the locking rod 3 from breaking.

[0063] Furthermore, the first elastic element 311 includes two symmetrically arranged arc-shaped elastic arms, and the front end of the elastic arm is provided with a wear-resistant protrusion 3111 to improve the service life of the first elastic element 311.

[0064] Furthermore, a limiting slider 321 is provided on the connecting section 32, and a limiting groove 111 is opened at the corresponding position on the outer surface of the side plate 1 where the locking lever 3 is located. The length of the limiting groove 111 matches the displacement value of the locking tongue 322 required during the unlocking and locking process. It should be noted that the displacement value of the locking tongue 322 required during the unlocking and locking process should be less than or equal to the maximum displacement value that the connecting section 32 can achieve in the horizontal direction. This can constrain the deformation amplitude of the locking lever 3, prevent excessive pressing from causing mechanical jamming or structural deformation, and improve the reliability and durability of the locking action.

[0065] Furthermore, the base 2 is equipped with an IoT chip slot 23, supporting rapid installation and maintenance of RFID / NFC chips. The opening of the IoT chip slot 23 is detachably covered by a top cover 24, which has a claw 242 and a first connection hole 241. The IoT chip slot 23 is correspondingly equipped with a slot 232 and a second connection hole 231. The top cover 24 and the IoT chip slot 23 are doubly fixed by a combination of snap-fit ​​and screws.

[0066] Furthermore, the bottom surface of the base 2 is provided with anti-slip grooves 25, which increase the stacking friction coefficient through multi-directional grooves to prevent the box from sliding during transportation.

[0067] Furthermore, the outer surface of the side panel 1 is equipped with a detachable handle 4, which adopts a plug-in design to balance the convenience of handling and the flatness after folding.

[0068] By adopting the above technical solution, the folding box provided by this utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0069] (1) The present invention provides a folding box that integrates an operating section, an elastic element, and an unlocking button through a locking rod that runs horizontally through the side panel, enabling simultaneous unlocking of adjacent side panels with a single hand press. When the unlocking button is pressed, the overall deformation of the locking rod causes the locking tongues on both sides to retract synchronously, releasing the mechanical constraint on the adjacent side panels; after releasing the pressure, the rebound force of the first elastic element drives the locking rod to automatically reset, ensuring that the box is automatically locked after folding. This design integrates the traditional step-by-step independent locks into a linkage structure, significantly simplifying the operation process and avoiding the risk of missing locks, and is especially suitable for the rapid folding requirements in automated logistics scenarios.

[0070] (2) The folding box provided by this utility model adopts a symmetrical arc-shaped elastic arm as the first elastic element. The symmetrical deformation of the double arc-shaped arm disperses stress concentration and improves the fatigue resistance of the elastic element. A wear-resistant protrusion is added to the front end of the elastic arm, which forms rolling friction with the inner wall of the mounting groove to replace the traditional sliding friction, reducing wear during long-term use and extending the service life of the locking mechanism. This structure ensures elasticity while avoiding the defects of traditional springs or sheet springs that are prone to deformation and breakage.

[0071] (3) The folding box provided by this utility model uses a ramp slide and a second elastic element to connect the locking rod. By connecting the ramp and the ramp slope, the locking tongue extension and retraction trajectory is accurately controllable. The fitting design of the limit slider and the side plate limit groove restricts the deformation of the locking rod, prevents excessive pressing from causing mechanical jamming or structural deformation, and improves the reliability and durability of the locking action.

[0072] (4) The present invention provides a folding box with an IoT chip slot in the base, which supports the rapid installation and maintenance of RFID / NFC chips and meets the needs of cargo tracking.

[0073] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0074] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Although the present utility model has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-described technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present utility model. The implementation schemes in the above embodiments can also be further combined or replaced. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the scope of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A folding case, comprising a base and two pairs of opposing side panels, the side panels being hinged to the base, and the side panels being provided with locking mechanisms for locking and unlocking adjacent side panels, characterized in that: The locking mechanism includes a locking rod, which is laterally disposed in a pair of side plates. The locking rod includes an operating section in the middle and connecting sections connected to both ends of the operating section. A first elastic element is provided at the top of the operating section, and the bottom part of the operating section extends out of the side plate to form an unlocking button. The side plate is provided with a mounting groove that matches the shape of the locking rod. When the unlocking button is pressed, the locking rod deforms, and the locking tongue at the front end of the connecting section retracts to unlock.

2. The folding case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first elastic element includes two symmetrically arranged arc-shaped elastic arms.

3. The folding case according to claim 2, characterized in that: The front end of the elastic arm is provided with wear-resistant protrusions.

4. The folding case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two ends of the operating section include a first connecting part, and the end of the first connecting part is provided with a connecting protrusion. The inner side of the connecting protrusion is a ramp. The rear end of the connecting section is provided with a second connecting part that is opposite to and cooperates with the first connecting part. The rear end of the second connecting part is provided with a second elastic member. The second connecting part is provided with a slide that cooperates with the connecting protrusion.

5. The folding case according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limit slider is provided on the connecting section, and a limit groove is opened at the corresponding position on the outer surface of the side plate where the locking rod is located.

6. The folding case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base is provided with an IoT chip slot, and the opening of the chip slot is detachably covered by a top cover.

7. The folding case according to claim 6, characterized in that: The upper cover is provided with a claw and a first connection hole, and the chip slot is provided with a corresponding card slot and a second connection hole.

8. The folding case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the base is provided with anti-slip grooves.

9. The folding case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer surface of the side panel is provided with a detachable handle.

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