Folding shelf

Abstract

The disclosure provides a folding shelf, comprising: a support plate, the support plate comprising a plurality of support plate units arranged in sequence along the length direction, adjacent support plate units being rotatably connected around an axis along the width direction; a support rod, the support rod being arranged on both sides of the support plate along the length direction of the support plate and supporting the support plate; and a column, the column being vertically arranged at four end points of the support plate, both ends of the support rod being connected to the column; wherein the support plate is arranged to enable any adjacent at least two support plate units to rotate to be stacked with each other to change the length of the support plate, and the support rod is capable of being telescopic to match the length of the support plate. Through the above technical solution, the folding shelf provided by the disclosure can adjust the overall length of the support plate by rotating and stacking the support plate units with each other, the support rod can be telescopic with the change of the overall length of the support plate, and the overall length of the shelf can be adjusted according to actual needs, so that the use is more convenient and flexible.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of shelving technology, and more particularly to a folding shelving unit. Background Technology

[0002] Shelving is a widely used storage device in industrial production and e-commerce, which can make full use of warehouse space and improve storage capacity utilization and storage capacity.

[0003] In existing technologies, the components of traditional shelving are of fixed size, which cannot be adjusted according to the amount of goods and warehouse space, making them inconvenient to use. Utility Model Content

[0004] One of the technical problems that this disclosure aims to solve is that the components of traditional shelving are of fixed size, making it impossible to adjust the size according to the amount of goods and warehouse space, and the empty parts of the shelving occupy a large amount of space, making it inconvenient to use.

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this disclosure provides a folding shelf, comprising:

[0006] The support plate includes a plurality of support plate units arranged sequentially along the length direction, and adjacent support plate units are rotatably connected about an axis along the width direction.

[0007] Support rods, which are arranged along the length of the support plate on both sides of the support plate and support the support plate; and,

[0008] The columns are vertically installed at the four ends of the support plate, and the two ends of the support rod are connected to the columns respectively.

[0009] The support plate is configured to allow at least two adjacent support plate units to rotate and stack on top of each other to change the length of the support plate, and the support rod is telescopic to match the length of the support plate.

[0010] In some embodiments, the total number of support plate units is m, where m is greater than or equal to 3, and at least n support plate units are stacked on top of each other, where n is an odd number greater than or equal to 3 and less than or equal to m.

[0011] In some embodiments, a first rotating mechanism is provided between adjacent support plate units. The first rotating mechanism is a hinge structure, which enables the support plate units to rotate relative to their adjacent support plate units and to stack on top of each other.

[0012] In some embodiments, the support plate is provided with a fastening mechanism that enables the stacked support plate units to be interconnected and kept horizontal.

[0013] In some embodiments, the fastening mechanism includes magnetic protrusions and magnetic grooves spaced apart on adjacent support plate units. The magnetic protrusions and magnetic grooves are located on the same side of the support plate units and can cooperate with each other when adjacent support plate units are stacked.

[0014] In some embodiments, the support rod includes an inner tube and an outer tube along its length, the outer ends of the inner tube and the outer tube are connected to a column, the inner tube is at least partially inserted into the outer tube, the inner tube is provided with a first screw hole along its length, the outer tube is provided with a second screw hole along its length, the inner tube can move along the length of the outer tube to adjust the length of the support rod, and the first screw hole and the second screw hole can be aligned to fix the inner tube and the outer tube together by a screw.

[0015] In some embodiments, the outer ends of the inner tube and the outer tube are connected to a connecting plate, the connecting plate is connected to the column, the inner tube and the outer tube are located below the outer end of the support plate unit, and are detachably connected to the support plate unit.

[0016] In some embodiments, the outer end of the support plate unit is provided with a screw hole in the vertical direction, and the top plates of the inner tube and the outer tube are provided with corresponding vertical third screw holes. The outer end of the support plate unit is also provided with a fastening bolt, which passes through the screw hole and the third screw hole at the outer end of the support plate unit in sequence, so that the support plate unit is detachably connected to the inner tube and the outer tube.

[0017] In some embodiments, a pad is provided between the support plate unit and the inner tube and / or between the support plate unit and the outer tube to keep the upper surface of the support plate horizontal.

[0018] In some embodiments, the folding shelf further includes connecting rods that are connected to both sides of the support plate along the width direction of the support plate and connected to the uprights at both ends.

[0019] Through the above technical solution, the folding shelf provided in this disclosure can adjust the overall length of the support plate by rotating the support plate units and stacking them on top of each other. The support rods extend and retract with the change of the overall length of the support plate, and the overall length of the shelf can be adjusted according to actual needs, making it more convenient and flexible to use. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this disclosure or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this disclosure. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is an overall view of the support plate disclosed in this embodiment when it does not fold;

[0022] Figure 2This is an overall view of the support plate disclosed in this embodiment when it is folded;

[0023] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 An overall view from another perspective;

[0024] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 An overall view from another perspective;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the support plate folding according to an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the support rod disclosed in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a partial enlarged view of the folding shelf disclosed in this embodiment after it has been folded.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the magnetic protrusion disclosed in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the magnetic groove disclosed in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0031] 1. Support plate; 11. Support plate unit; 111. Fastening bolt; 12. First rotating mechanism; 13. Second rotating mechanism; 14. Fastening mechanism; 141. Magnetic protrusion; 142. Magnetic groove;

[0032] 2. Connecting rod; 3. Support rod; 31. Inner tube; 311. First screw hole; 32. Outer tube; 321. Second screw hole; 33. Connecting plate; 34. Third screw hole; 4. Column; 41. Caster wheel; 5. Pad plate. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The embodiments of this disclosure will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The detailed description of the embodiments and the accompanying drawings are used to illustrate the principles of this disclosure by way of example, but should not be used to limit the scope of this disclosure. This disclosure can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

[0034] These embodiments are provided to make the disclosure thorough and complete, and to fully express the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of components and steps, material composition, numerical expressions, and values ​​set forth in these embodiments should be interpreted as exemplary only and not as limiting.

[0035] It should be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this disclosure 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0036] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this disclosure do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different parts. "Vertical" is not strictly vertical, but within the permissible margin of error. "Parallel" is not strictly parallel, but within the permissible margin of error. Terms such as "including" or "contains" mean that the element preceding the word encompasses the element listed after the word, and do not exclude the possibility of encompassing other elements as well.

[0037] It should also be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure depending on the specific circumstances. When a particular device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, an intermediary device may or may not be present between the particular device and the first or second device.

[0038] All terms used in this disclosure have the same meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in general dictionaries should be interpreted as having meanings consistent with their meanings in the context of the relevant art, and not as idealized or highly formalized, unless expressly defined herein.

[0039] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, they should be considered part of the specification.

[0040] To address the problems of existing shelving systems where components are of fixed dimensions, making it impossible to adjust the size according to cargo volume and warehouse space, and where unused sections of the shelving occupy significant space and are inconvenient to use, this disclosure provides a folding shelving system, such as... Figures 1-5As shown, the folding shelving includes: a support plate 1 for placing goods; the support plate 1 includes multiple support plate units 11 arranged sequentially along its length; adjacent support plate units 11 are rotatably connected around an axis along its width; adjacent support plate units 11 can be stacked on top of each other by rotation, changing the overall length of the support plate 1; support rods 3 are arranged on both sides of the support plate 1 along its length and provide support for the support plate 1; the support rods 3 are telescopic, and when the length of the support plate 1 changes, the support rods 3 correspondingly extend or retract to match the length of the support plate 1; and uprights 4 are vertically arranged at the four ends of the support plate 1; the two ends of the support rods 3 are respectively connected to the uprights 4, and the support plate 1 is installed on the uprights 4. Through the above technical solution, the overall length of the folding shelving can be adjusted by rotating and stacking the support plate units 11; the support rods 3 extend or retract with the change in the overall length of the support plate 1; the overall length of the shelving can be adjusted according to warehouse space or the amount of goods, making it more convenient and flexible to use.

[0041] In some embodiments, the rotation of the support plate unit 11 is as follows: Figure 5 As shown, at least two adjacent support plate units 11 of one support plate unit 11 are rotated to protrude onto the surface of the remaining support plate units 11, and the protruding support plate units 11 are stacked onto adjacent support plate units 11. Therefore, when the total number of support plate units 11 is m, where m is greater than or equal to 3, at least n support plate units 11 are stacked on top of each other, where n is an odd number greater than or equal to 3 and less than or equal to m. It can be understood that multiple stacking points can be provided on the support plate 1.

[0042] In some embodiments, a first rotating mechanism 12 is provided between adjacent support plate units 11. For example... Figure 5 As shown, the first rotating mechanism 12 is a hinge structure. The support plate unit 11 can rotate relative to its adjacent support plate unit 11 via the hinge structure, and they can be stacked on top of each other. The maximum rotation angle is 360 degrees. To avoid the installation of the hinge structure affecting the placement of goods, the hinge structure is preferably installed on the bottom surface of the support plate unit 11. Alternatively, the first rotating mechanism 12 can also be configured as a pivot or other structure that allows adjacent support plate units 11 to rotate relative to each other.

[0043] In some embodiments, such as Figures 3-5 As shown, the support plate 1 is provided with a fastening mechanism 14. The fastening mechanism 14 can connect the stacked support plate units 11 to each other and keep them horizontal, preventing the stacked support plate units 11 from separating from each other when they are stacked, thus affecting the placement of goods.

[0044] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 , Figure 8 and Figure 9As shown, the fastening mechanism 14 includes magnetic protrusions 141 and magnetic grooves 142 spaced apart on adjacent support plate units 11. The magnetic protrusions 141 and magnetic grooves 142 are located on the same side of the support plate units 11. When adjacent support plate units 11 are stacked, the magnetic protrusions 141 and magnetic grooves 142 cooperate with each other to securely connect the stacked support plate units 11. The fastening mechanism 14 can also be configured as bolts and nuts, with screw holes provided on the support plate units 11, and fastened by bolts and nuts after stacking. To prevent the protrusions of the fastening mechanism 14 from affecting the normal use of the support plate units 11, it is preferable to place the fastening mechanism 14 at the bottom of the support plate units 11.

[0045] In some embodiments, such as Figure 6 As shown, the support rod 3 includes an inner tube 31 and an outer tube 32 along its length, with the outer ends of the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32 connected to the column 4. The outer diameter of the inner tube 31 is smaller than the inner diameter of the outer tube 32. The inner tube 31 is at least partially inserted into the outer tube 32, and the inner tube 31 can move along the length of the outer tube 32 to adjust the length of the support rod 3. The inner tube 31 has a first screw hole 311 along its length, and the outer tube 32 has a second screw hole 321 along its length. The first screw hole 311 and the second screw hole 321 can be aligned and fixedly connected by a screw to fix the length of the support rod 3.

[0046] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 and Figure 6 As shown, the outer ends of the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32 are connected to a connecting plate 33, and are connected to the column 4 through the connecting plate 33. The inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32 are located below the outer end of the support plate unit 11 to support the support plate unit 11, and are detachably connected to the support plate unit 11. While fixing the support plate unit 11, it is easy to remove and adjust the length of the support plate 1 and the support rod 3. Alternatively, the support rod 3 can be located on the outside of the support plate 1, and the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32 can be connected to the side of the support plate unit 11. Screw holes are provided on the side of the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32, and screw holes are provided on the side of the support plate unit 11. Bolts are used for fixing, and the first screw hole 311 and the second screw hole 321 are respectively provided on the top or bottom surface of the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32.

[0047] In some embodiments, such as Figures 6-7 As shown, the outer end of the support plate unit 11 is provided with a screw hole in the vertical direction, and the top plates of the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32 are provided with corresponding vertical third screw holes 34. The outer end of the support plate unit 11 is also provided with a fastening bolt 111. The fastening bolt 111 passes through the screw hole and the third screw hole 34 at the outer end of the support plate unit 11 in sequence, so that the support plate unit 11 is detachably connected to the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32.

[0048] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7As shown, a pad 5 is provided between the support plate unit 11 and the inner tube 31 and / or between the support plate unit 11 and the outer tube 32 to keep the upper surface of the support plate 1 horizontal. Due to the different dimensions of the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32, the rotational connection between the support plate units 11 when the support plate 1 is placed on the support rod 3 can cause unevenness on the upper surface of the support plate 1, affecting the normal placement of goods. Furthermore, due to the stacking of the support plate units 11, the overall thickness of the support plate 1 differs between the stacked and non-stacked areas, also causing unevenness on the upper surface of the support plate 1 and affecting the normal placement of goods. Therefore, based on the different contact positions between the support plate 1 and the inner tube 31 and the outer tube 32, and the stacking arrangement of the support plate units 11, a pad 5 is provided between the support plate unit 11 and the inner tube 31 and / or between the support plate unit 11 and the outer tube 32 to compensate for the height difference, keeping the upper surface of the support plate 1 horizontal and not affecting normal use. The pad 5 is also provided with screw holes corresponding to the screw holes at the outer end of the support plate unit 11 and the third screw hole 34, and is fixed between the support plate unit 11 and the inner tube 31 and / or the support plate unit 11 and the outer tube 32 by fastening bolts 111.

[0049] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the folding shelf also includes a connecting rod 2, which is connected to both sides of the support plate 1 along the width direction of the support plate 1 and connected to the uprights 4 at both ends, so that the support plate 1 is more stably connected to the uprights 4.

[0050] In addition, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, multiple sets of support plates 1, connecting rods 2, and support rods 3 are arranged along the length of the uprights 4, and the number of layers of support plates 1 can be set according to actual needs. Connecting rods 2 and support rods 3 are detachably connected to the uprights 4, allowing the support plates 1, connecting rods 2, and support rods 3 to move along the length of the uprights 4, changing the spacing between each layer of support plates 1 to accommodate goods of different heights. Alternatively, connecting rods 2 can be rotatably connected to support plates 1. When the folding rack is being stored, support rods 3 can be removed from the uprights 4. Through the rotatable connection between connecting rods 2 and support plates 1, and the rotatable connection between support plate units 11, the uprights at both ends of the support plate 1 along its length direction are brought closer together, folding the support plate 1 and allowing the entire folding rack to fold up, occupying little space and facilitating storage. Connecting rods 2 and support plates 1 are rotatably connected through a second rotating mechanism 13, which can be as follows: Figure 1 The hinge structure shown, or other structures that can rotate, such as bearing housings.

[0051] The embodiments of this disclosure have now been described in detail. To avoid obscuring the concept of this disclosure, some details known in the art have not been described. Those skilled in the art can fully understand how to implement the technical solutions disclosed herein based on the above description.

[0052] While specific embodiments of this disclosure have been described in detail by way of examples, those skilled in the art should understand that the examples are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can be made to the above embodiments or equivalent substitutions can be made to some technical features without departing from the scope and spirit of this disclosure. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the technical features mentioned in the various embodiments can be combined in any manner.

Claims

1. A folding shelf, characterized in that, include: The support plate (1) includes a plurality of support plate units (11) arranged sequentially along the length direction, and adjacent support plate units (11) are rotatably connected around an axis along the width direction. Support rods (3) are arranged on both sides of the support plate (1) along the length direction of the support plate (1) and support the support plate (1); and, The column (4) is vertically set at the four ends of the support plate (1), and the two ends of the support rod (3) are respectively connected to the column (4). The support plate (1) is configured to allow at least two adjacent support plate units (11) to rotate to stack on top of each other to change the length of the support plate (1), and the support rod (3) is telescopic to match the length of the support plate (1).

2. The folding shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, The total number of the support plate units (11) is m, where m is greater than or equal to 3, and at least n of the support plate units (11) are stacked on top of each other, where n is an odd number greater than or equal to 3 and less than or equal to m.

3. The folding shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first rotating mechanism (12) is provided between adjacent support plate units (11). The first rotating mechanism (12) is a hinge structure. The support plate unit (11) can rotate relative to the adjacent support plate unit (11) and stack with each other through the hinge structure.

4. The folding shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support plate (1) is provided with a fastening mechanism (14), which enables the stacked support plate units (11) to connect to each other and maintain a horizontal position.

5. The folding shelf according to claim 4, characterized in that, The fastening mechanism (14) includes magnetic protrusions (141) and magnetic grooves (142) spaced apart on adjacent support plate units (11). The magnetic protrusions (141) and magnetic grooves (142) are located on the same side of the support plate unit (11) and can cooperate with each other when adjacent support plate units (11) are stacked.

6. The folding shelf according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support rod (3) includes an inner tube (31) and an outer tube (32) along its length. The outer ends of the inner tube (31) and the outer tube (32) are connected to the column (4). The inner tube (31) is at least partially inserted into the outer tube (32). The inner tube (31) is provided with a first screw hole (311) along its length, and the outer tube (32) is provided with a second screw hole (321) along its length. The inner tube (31) can move along the length of the outer tube (32) to adjust the length of the support rod (3). The first screw hole (311) and the second screw hole (321) can be aligned to fix the inner tube (31) and the outer tube (32) together by screws.

7. The folding shelf according to claim 6, characterized in that, The inner tube (31) and the outer tube (32) are connected to a connecting plate (33), which is connected to the column (4). The inner tube (31) and the outer tube (32) are located below the outer end of the support plate unit (11) and are detachably connected to the support plate unit (11).

8. The folding shelf according to claim 6, characterized in that, The outer end of the support plate unit (11) is provided with a screw hole in the vertical direction. The top plates of the inner tube (31) and the outer tube (32) are provided with corresponding vertical third screw holes (34). The outer end of the support plate unit (11) is also provided with a fastening bolt (111). The fastening bolt (111) passes through the screw hole and the third screw hole (34) at the outer end of the support plate unit (11) in sequence, so that the support plate unit (11) can be detachably connected to the inner tube (31) and the outer tube (32).

9. The folding shelf according to claim 8, characterized in that, A pad (5) is also provided between the support plate unit (11) and the inner tube (31) and / or between the support plate unit (11) and the outer tube (32) to keep the upper surface of the support plate (1) horizontal.

10. The folding shelf according to claim 9, characterized in that, The folding shelf also includes a connecting rod (2), which is connected to both sides of the support plate (1) along the width direction of the support plate (1) and connected to the upright (4) at both ends.

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