A folding bucket and dirt separating floor cleaning tool

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of folding bucket, including upper bucket and lower bucket, the upper bucket and the lower bucket detachably connect, the upper bucket is penetrated and is set installation section in lower end, the installation section can be connected with the first bucket mouth of the lower bucket and form the folding bucket, at least part of the size of the upper bucket is less than the size of the first bucket mouth, the upper bucket can enter the lower bucket, to reduce the height of the folding bucket as a whole.A kind of ground cleaning tool of separating clean pollution, including mop and the folding bucket for mop cleaning, the folding bucket further includes clean water area, washing area and sewage area.The utility model reduces the height and volume of folding bucket by the way of upper bucket entering lower bucket, to reduce the packaging and transportation cost of folding bucket;After installation, the upper bucket and lower bucket support cooperation due to the rigidity of the material of folding bucket side surface, the folding of bucket body is not caused by knock or mistake, leading to internal article spill, and the use is more stable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of buckets, specifically to a folding bucket and a floor cleaning tool for separating clean and dirty surfaces. Background Technology

[0002] Buckets are essential tools for holding water and other items in daily life. They are inexpensive and versatile, serving as water containers, storage containers, trash cans, and cleaning containers. Traditional buckets are typically made of plastic or metal and have handles at the opening for carrying. In the production process, buckets of similar volume can be joined together to reduce the logistics volume for warehousing and wholesale. However, with the rise of online shopping, the volume of the bucket determines the volume of its shipping and packaging. When selling a single bucket, the packaging and shipping costs are too high.

[0003] To address the issue of barrel volume, Chinese Patent 202020103363.9 discloses a multifunctional folding barrel. This barrel reduces its packaging and transportation volume by using multiple folding grooves on its body to change the height of the barrel through deformation of the folding grooves.

[0004] However, the folding groove of this collapsible bucket lacks a positioning device. When the bucket is full of water or other items, it is prone to folding due to bumps or accidental contact, causing water or items to spill. Furthermore, when this collapsible bucket is used to incorporate functional components such as foot baths or mop buckets, this folding method can reduce the bucket's stability during use. Therefore, a bucket that can be designed to reduce its storage and transport volume while maintaining stable operation is needed. Utility Model Content

[0005] One objective of this invention is to provide a folding bucket and a floor cleaning tool that separates clean and dirty surfaces to solve the aforementioned problems.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solutions:

[0007] A collapsible bucket includes an upper bucket and a lower bucket, which are detachably connected. The upper bucket extends vertically and has an installation section at its lower end. The installation section can be connected to the first opening of the lower bucket to form the collapsible bucket. At least a portion of the upper bucket's size is smaller than the size of the first opening, allowing the upper bucket to be inserted into the lower bucket, thereby reducing the overall height of the collapsible bucket. The detachable upper and lower sections of the collapsible bucket reduce its height and volume by allowing the upper bucket to be inserted into the lower bucket for storage, thus lowering packaging and transportation costs. Due to the rigidity of its material, the assembled collapsible bucket will not fold due to bumps or accidental contact, preventing spillage of contents and ensuring greater stability during use.

[0008] Preferably, the upper bucket has a second opening and a third opening at its upper and lower ends, respectively. The mounting section is located outside the third opening and has a support portion. During installation, the mounting section is fitted over the outside of the lower opening, and the support portion supports the upper bucket above the first opening. During disassembly, the upper bucket and the lower bucket are separated. The upper bucket is inverted so that the second opening enters the lower bucket until the upper and lower buckets form a support, or the mounting section is suspended from the first opening. The upper and lower buckets support each other, and the folding mechanism of the upper bucket entering the lower bucket after inversion avoids the upper bucket being forced downwards into the lower bucket during use, thus improving the stability of the folding bucket.

[0009] Preferably, a first reinforcing layer is provided on the inner side of the second bucket opening, and a handle is rotatably connected to the first reinforcing layer. The first reinforcing layer and the handle can follow the upper bucket into the lower bucket. The first reinforcing layer increases the thickness of the second bucket opening, preventing deformation of the second bucket opening. Compared with placing the first reinforcing layer and the handle on the outer side of the second bucket opening, this arrangement does not reduce the volume of the upper bucket or obstruct the entry of the upper bucket into the lower bucket for storage.

[0010] Preferably, the mounting section includes a sandwich layer with inner and outer sandwich walls on both sides. A second reinforcing layer is provided on the outer side of the first bucket opening. The first bucket opening and the second reinforcing layer can be inserted into the sandwich layer. The inner sandwich wall enters the lower bucket. The support portion within the sandwich layer forms a support with the first bucket opening or the second reinforcing layer. The inner and outer sandwich walls and the second reinforcing layer increase the thickness of the first and third bucket openings, preventing deformation of the first and third bucket openings and making it easier for the upper and lower buckets to fit together and be fixed. The insertion of the first bucket opening into the sandwich layer prevents items inside the bucket from leaking out through the installation gaps.

[0011] Preferably, the installation section further includes a latch and a water-stop component. The latch is movably mounted on the outer clamping wall, and a locking part is provided on the outer side of the first bucket opening. The latch can be movably engaged with the locking part to fix or detach. The water-stop component is located within the interlayer. During installation, the water-stop component is positioned above the lower bucket, and the latch engages with the locking part to fix it, causing the upper and lower buckets to press against the water-stop component. The water-stop component prevents liquids and powders inside the buckets from leaking out through the gap between the upper and lower buckets. The latch fixes the upper and lower buckets and presses against the water-stop component from above and below, utilizing the deformation of the water-stop component to make it fit the upper and lower buckets more closely, thus improving the leak-proof effect.

[0012] A floor cleaning tool with clean and dirty separation includes a mop and the aforementioned folding bucket. The mop includes a rotatably connected mop handle and mop head, with a wiping agent on the mop head. The folding bucket further includes a clean water zone, a rinsing zone, and a wastewater zone. The clean water zone has a support device for supporting the rotation of the mop head. The support device is connected to a water pumping device. The rotation of the mop head drives the water pumping device to draw water from the clean water zone for rinsing the wiping agent. Wastewater generated from rinsing or dehydrating the wiping agent flows outward into the wastewater zone. A first partition is provided between the clean water zone and the wastewater zone. The distance between the first partition and the side wall of the lower bucket is greater than the width of a first reinforcing layer. The first reinforcing layer and the upper bucket can be stored inside the wastewater zone. When the folding bucket is used as a mop bucket, the functional partitions within the folding bucket not only meet the mop's rinsing and dehydrating needs but also allow the upper bucket to be stored inside the lower bucket.

[0013] Preferably, the size of the mop head is adapted to the size of the clean water area, allowing the mop head to be stored within the clean water area. Traditionally, mop buckets are packaged with the mop head and cleaning agent placed above the cleaning area, making them roughly flush with the opening of the bucket to save space. However, this invention, by separating the mop bucket into upper and lower sections, reduces the overall storage height. If the mop head and cleaning agent were packaged in the traditional way, they would protrude above the opening of the bucket. This invention, by adjusting the dimensions of the mop head and the clean water area, allows the mop head to be stored within the clean water area, reducing the overall packaging size of the mop bucket and mop head.

[0014] Preferably, a detachable second partition is provided between the clean water zone and the washing zone. The support device includes a support base and a support shaft. The support shaft is installed at the bottom of the clean water zone, and the support base is installed on the second partition and sleeved on the outside of the support shaft. The water pumping device includes a water pump, which includes an impeller and a connecting rod. The upper and lower ends of the connecting rod are detachably driven by the support base and the impeller, respectively, to facilitate the transmission of the rotation of the mop head to the impeller, spraying water from the clean water zone to the washing zone. When storing the mop head, the second partition, support base, at least part of the support shaft, and connecting rod are removed. The mop head enters the clean water zone and is supported above the support shaft or the water pump. The second partition covers the top of the first partition. Since the support device and the water pumping device are necessary for cleaning and wringing the mop head, and the support device and the water pumping device are located in the clean water area and extend upward to the second partition or the cleaning area, according to the conventional structural arrangement, the support device and the water pumping device will obstruct the mop head from entering the clean water area for storage. This utility model reduces the height of the support device and the water pumping device in the clean water area by making some parts of the support device and the water pumping device detachable, and provides space for the mop head to enter the clean water area.

[0015] Preferably, the upper bucket has a water inlet pipe and a first water inlet on its edge, and the clean water area has a second water inlet extending into the wastewater area to connect the water inlet pipe and the wastewater area. The lower end of the water inlet pipe is detachably connected to the second water inlet, and the detached water inlet pipe can be stored in the lower bucket. The water inlet pipe and the first water inlet on the edge of the upper bucket allow for convenient water intake from a tap in the clean water area.

[0016] Preferably, the first reinforcing layer has a notch, into which the water inlet pipe can be detachably inserted. When storing the upper bucket, the water inlet pipe is removed from the upper bucket, the upper bucket is inverted, and the notch is aligned with the position of the second water inlet before being placed into the lower bucket. The first partition at the position of the second water inlet can be inserted into the notch, allowing the upper bucket and the first reinforcing layer to enter the sewage area. The notch provides space for the installation of the water inlet pipe, preventing the size of the second bucket opening from shrinking. After the water inlet pipe is installed into the notch, it forms part of the first reinforcing layer, and the bucket wall deformation at the notch position is prevented by increasing the thickness. If the thickness of the first reinforcing layer and the handle is too large, or the distance between the second water inlet and the side wall of the lower bucket is too small, the upper and lower buckets can be folded and stored by using the insertion and cooperation of the notch and the first partition at the position of the second water inlet.

[0017] Preferably, the water pumping device includes a first spray path, a second spray path, and a housing. The upstream ends of the first and second spray paths are located within the housing, and a first water pipe and a second water pipe extending towards the cleaning area are provided. The first water pipe is connected to a first spray head on the second partition to spray water onto the bottom of the object being wiped. A second spray head is located inside the water inlet pipe, and the lower end of the second spray head is sealed to the second water pipe. Water from the second spray path is sprayed from a second spray nozzle on the side of the second spray head towards the cleaning area. The first water pipe is detachably connected to the housing to allow the mop head to enter the clean water area, creating clearance space. The arrangement of the first and second spray paths allows for water spraying to clean the bottom and sides of the object being wiped, or the mop head. The second spray path is not connected to the first water inlet to prevent water from the clean water area from spraying out from the first water inlet. The second spray head is located inside the water inlet pipe, allowing the water inlet pipe to perform both water injection and spraying functions, thus reducing the volume of the second spray head and the water inlet pipe.

[0018] The advantages of this utility model are:

[0019] The collapsible bucket features a detachable upper and lower section design, allowing the upper bucket to be inserted into the lower bucket for storage, thus reducing the height and volume of the collapsible bucket and lowering packaging and transportation costs. The rigidity of the material on the sides of the assembled collapsible bucket, along with the support between the upper and lower buckets, prevents the bucket from folding due to bumps or accidental contact, thus ensuring greater stability during use.

[0020] The water-tight fitting prevents liquids and powders from leaking out from the gap between the upper and lower buckets. The upper and lower buckets are secured by a locking mechanism, and the water-tight fitting is squeezed from both sides. The deformation of the water-tight fitting makes it fit the upper and lower buckets more closely, thus improving the leak-proof effect.

[0021] When the folding bucket is used as a mop bucket, the various functional compartments inside not only meet the needs of cleaning and wringing the mop, but also allow for storage by moving the upper bucket into the lower bucket. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is an overall schematic diagram of the folding bucket of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the folded storage state of the folding bucket of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the folding bucket of this utility model in use.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a utility model Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the upper and lower buckets of this utility model in their separated state.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a utility model Figure 5 A magnified view of a portion of point B in the middle.

[0028] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the folding bucket of this utility model used as a mop bucket.

[0029] Figure 8 This is a top view of the folding bucket in use according to this utility model.

[0030] Figure 9 This is a top view of the folding bucket in its folded and stored state with the notch and second water inlet aligned.

[0031] Figure 10 This is a top view of the folding bucket in its staggered, folded-down storage state with the notch and second water inlet misaligned.

[0032] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the folding bucket in its folded storage state according to this utility model.

[0033] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the support device and pumping device of this utility model.

[0034] Figure 13This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the water spray head of this utility model.

[0035] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the storage steps of the present invention, where the upper bucket enters the lower bucket and the second partition is removed.

[0036] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the storage steps of this utility model: removing the support shaft, the first water pipe, and the connecting rod, and placing the mop head into the clean water area.

[0037] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the storage steps of inverting and placing the second partition and the wiping material according to this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0038] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so that the implementation of this utility model can be fully understood and carried out based on how technical means are used to solve technical problems and achieve technical effects.

[0039] This utility model uses certain terms to refer to specific components. Those skilled in the art will understand that this specification and claims do not distinguish components by differences in name, but rather by differences in function. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, when a component is described as "provided with," "located on," or "located on" another component, it can mean directly provided with or located on another component, or it may also mean there is a component in between; it can be an integral structure or a separate structure. When a component is described as "connected" to another component, it can mean a direct connection or a connection through a component in between; it can be an integral connection, a separate connection, or a contact fit. When a component is described as "located on another component," it does not necessarily mean that the component is located above or on top of the other component; it can be in other positions. The terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "high," "lower," and similar expressions used herein are based on the normal placement state of the product and are merely for illustrative purposes. The term "multiple" used herein refers to two or more items. The terms "vertical" and "horizontal" used in this article refer to a state that is roughly vertical or roughly horizontal within a reasonable margin of error, and do not necessarily have to be extremely precise.

[0040] like Figure 1-16 A folding bucket 1 includes an upper bucket 2 and a lower bucket 3, which are detachably connected. The upper bucket 2 extends vertically and has an installation section 4 at its lower end. The installation section 4 can be connected to the first opening 5 of the lower bucket 3 to form the folding bucket 1. At least part of the upper bucket 2 is smaller than the size of the first opening 5, and the upper bucket 2 can enter the lower bucket 3 to reduce the overall height of the folding bucket 1.

[0041] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 and2 Both the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 are made of plastic. The lower bucket 3 has a bottom 6 and a side wall 7, while the upper bucket 2 only has a side wall 7. In use, the upper bucket 2 is installed above the lower bucket 3 to increase the height and volume of the folding bucket 1. In storage, the upper bucket 2 is inserted into the lower bucket 3 to reduce the height and volume of the folding bucket 1, thereby reducing packaging and transportation costs. In other embodiments, the folding bucket 1 may also be made of metal.

[0042] The upper bucket 2 has a second bucket opening 8 and a third bucket opening 9 at its upper and lower ends, respectively. The installation section 4 is located outside the third bucket opening 9. The installation section 4 is provided with a support part 10. During installation, the installation section 4 is fitted outside the opening of the lower bucket 3, and the support part 10 is supported above the first bucket opening 5. During disassembly, the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 are separated. The upper bucket 2 is inverted so that the second bucket opening 8 enters the lower bucket 3 until the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 form a support, or the installation section 4 is suspended on the first bucket opening 5. Since both the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 are manufactured using plastic injection molding, the size of the lower bucket 3 gradually increases from bottom to top, with the largest size at the first bucket opening 5. During installation, the size of the upper bucket 2 gradually increases from top to bottom, and the size of the second bucket opening 8 is smaller than the sizes of the first bucket opening 5 and the third bucket opening 9, allowing the second bucket opening 8 to pass through the first bucket opening 5 and enter the lower bucket 3. The third bucket opening 9 can be formed by the side wall 7 of the upper bucket 2 or by the mounting section 4. In this embodiment, the lower end of the upper bucket 2 is smaller than the size of the first bucket opening 5. The mounting section 4 is set on the outside of the third bucket opening 9 in the form of an outward flange. The inner size of the mounting section 4 can also be understood as the size of the third bucket opening 9. During installation, the mounting section 4 is located outside the first bucket opening 5, and the support part 10 is located above the first bucket opening 5, so that the upper bucket 2 is supported above the lower bucket 3, preventing the upper bucket 2 from being bumped or accidentally falling into the lower bucket 3 and causing the contents of the bucket to spill out.

[0043] To prevent deformation of the upper bucket 2 and lower bucket 3, which would affect their installation and storage, such as Figure 4 and 6 The inner side of the second bucket opening 8 is provided with a first reinforcing layer 11, and a handle 12 is rotatably connected to the first reinforcing layer 11. The first reinforcing layer 11 and the handle 12 can follow the upper bucket 2 into the lower bucket 3. The installation section 4 includes a sandwich layer 13, with an inner sandwich wall 14 and an outer sandwich wall 15 on both sides of the sandwich layer 13. The outer side of the first bucket opening 5 is provided with a second reinforcing layer 16. The first bucket opening 5 and the second reinforcing layer 16 can be inserted into the sandwich layer 13. The inner sandwich wall 14 enters into the lower bucket 3. The support part 10 in the sandwich layer 13 forms a support with the first bucket opening 5 or the second reinforcing layer 16. By using the first reinforcing layer 11, the sandwich layer 13, and the second reinforcing layer 16 to increase the thickness of the openings of the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3, the strength of the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 is increased, thereby reducing deformation and keeping the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 as a whole in a preset fit shape and size. The first bucket opening 5 can be stably inserted into the sandwich layer 13 for positioning, and the second bucket opening 8 can also be stably inserted into the lower bucket 3.

[0044] In this embodiment, the first reinforcing layer 11 is provided on the inner side of the second bucket opening 8 in the form of an inwardly turned-up edge. A groove 17 is provided on the first reinforcing layer 11, and the handle 12 is rotatably installed in the groove 17. When the handle 12 is rotated to a position parallel to the second bucket opening 8, the handle 12 adheres to and is accommodated in the groove 17, forming a part of the first reinforcing layer 11. While ensuring that the upper bucket 2 can be stored in the lower bucket 3, compared with the outwardly turned-up edge form, the first reinforcing layer 11 and handle 12 provided on the inner side can increase the size and volume of other positions of the upper bucket 2. The second reinforcing layer 16 is provided on the outer side of the first bucket opening 5 and is adapted to the interlayer 13. It does not affect the size of the first bucket opening 5. Since the space at the position of the interlayer 13 is limited, the second reinforcing layer 16 is provided with several reinforcing ribs.

[0045] Preferred, such as Figure 4 and 6 The installation section 4 also includes a latch 18 and a water-blocking component 19. The latch 18 is movably installed on the outer clamping wall 15. A locking part 20 is provided on the outer side of the first barrel opening 5. The latch 18 can be fixed or separated from the locking part 20. The water-blocking component 19 is located in the interlayer 13. During installation, the water-blocking component 19 is located above the lower barrel 3. The latch 18 is fixed in place with the locking part 20, and the upper barrel 2 and the lower barrel 3 squeeze the water-blocking component 19.

[0046] To improve the leak-proof performance at the connection between the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 and prevent liquid or powder from leaking out of the gaps, the water-stopping component 19 is made of flexible material. After the latch 18 is positioned, the water-stopping component 19 is deformed by compression, thereby tightly fitting with the surfaces of the interlayer 13 and the surface of the first bucket opening 5. Even if the end of the first bucket opening 5 is inserted into the water-stopping component 19, the deformation of the water-stopping component 19 can still improve the sealing performance, even if there is an installation gap between the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3, between the latch 18 and the locking part 20, or if the gap between the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 increases due to the upward pulling force and downward gravity of the upper bucket 2 and the lower bucket 3 respectively when the handle 12 is lifted.

[0047] In this embodiment, the folding bucket 1 can be used as a water bucket, trash can, rice bucket, etc. for holding and storing items. Functional components can also be set inside the folding bucket 1 to make it a bucket that can be used for specific needs, such as a foot bath bucket, bath tub, mop bucket, or simple washing machine.

[0048] The following describes the structure of the folding bucket 1 when used as a mop bucket. It is a floor cleaning tool that separates clean and dirty materials, including a mop 21 and a folding bucket 1. The mop 21 includes a mop handle 22 and a mop head 23 that are rotatably connected. The mop head 23 is provided with a wiping material 24. The folding bucket 1 also includes a clean water area 25, a washing area 26 and a wastewater area 27. The clean water area 25 is provided with a support device 28 for supporting the rotation of the mop head 23. The support device 28 is connected to a water pumping device 29. The rotation of the mop head 23 drives the water pumping device 29 to pump water from the clean water area 25 for washing the wiping material 24. The wastewater generated from washing or dehydrating the wiping material 24 flows outward into the wastewater area 27. A first partition 30 is provided between the clean water area 25 and the wastewater area 27. The distance between the first partition 30 and the side wall 7 of the lower bucket 3 is greater than the width of the first reinforcing layer 11. The first reinforcing layer 11 and the upper bucket 2 can be stored in the wastewater area 27.

[0049] Specifically, such as Figure 7-8 The clean water zone 25 and the wastewater zone 27 are located in the lower tank 3. The clean water zone 25 is located at the bottom center of the lower tank 3, and the wastewater zone 27 is located around the clean water zone 25. The first partition 30 extends upward along the bottom of the lower tank 3 to block the clean water zone 25 and the wastewater zone 27. The wastewater zone 27 is a ring-shaped area. The cleaning zone 26 is located above the clean water zone 25 and is separated from the clean water zone 25 by the second partition 31 to prevent wastewater from flowing downward into the clean water zone 25.

[0050] In this embodiment, the mop 21 is configured as a rotary mop. The up-and-down movement of the mop handle 22 drives the mop head 23 and the wiping material 24 to rotate for cleaning and dehydration. The drive structure between the mop handle 22 and the mop head 23 is described in reference to patent CN201010180839.X, and will not be repeated in this embodiment. The rotation of the wiping material 24 for cleaning and dehydration generates centrifugal force, causing the wastewater on the wiping material 24 to be thrown outwards onto the side wall 7 of the folding bucket 1, and finally falls into the wastewater area 27 below due to gravity.

[0051] Preferably, the size of the mop head 23 and the wiping material 24 is adapted to the size of the cleaning area 26, and the size of the mop head 23 and the wiping material 24 is smaller than the size of the second bucket opening 8, so that the mop head 23 and the wiping material 24 can freely enter and exit the folding bucket 1. The height of the second partition 31 is approximately located in the middle of the folding bucket 1, which can expand the volume of the clean water area 25 and the wastewater area 27 to increase the water storage capacity. The wastewater that is thrown out by the rotation of the wiping material 24 can be blocked by the side wall 7 of the folding bucket 1 at the height of the wiping material 24 or above the wiping material 24 to enter the wastewater area 27, thereby preventing the wastewater from being thrown out of the folding bucket 1. In this embodiment, the height of the second partition 31 is approximately level with the first bucket opening 5. When the upper bucket 2 is stored in the lower bucket 3, the first partition 30, the second partition 31, and the third bucket opening 9 are approximately at the same height. The height of the first partition 30 and the second partition 31 will not obstruct the folding bucket 1 after storage.

[0052] In this embodiment, the size of the mop head 23 is designed to fit the size of the clean water area 25. When stored, the mop head 23 can be placed inside the clean water area 25 to reduce the overall storage height. Specifically, the second partition 31 is detachably installed between the clean water area 25 and the washing area 26, and the height of the second partition 31 is slightly lower than the height of the first bucket opening 5. After removing the second partition 31, the mop head 23 can be placed inside the clean water area 25 and located below the second partition 31. Of course, the wiping material 24 and part of the mop handle 22 can also be placed inside the clean water area 25 for storage.

[0053] To make it convenient for residents of the clean water area 25 to fill their water taps, such as Figure 7-8 The upper bucket 2 is provided with a water inlet pipe 32 and a first water inlet 33 on its edge. The clean water zone 25 is provided with a second water inlet 34. The second water inlet 34 extends to the sewage zone 27 to connect the water inlet pipe 32 and the sewage zone 27. The lower end of the water inlet pipe 32 is detachably connected to the second water inlet 34. The detached water inlet pipe 32 can be stored in the lower bucket 3.

[0054] If the distance between the first partition 30 at the second water inlet 34 and the side wall 7 of the lower tank 3 is less than the thickness of the first reinforcing layer 11, this portion of the first partition 30 will obstruct the entry of the first reinforcing layer 11. To avoid this obstruction, such as... Figure 9 In this embodiment, the first reinforcing layer 11 is provided with a notch 35, and the water injection pipe 32 can be detached into the notch 35. When the upper bucket 2 is stored, the water injection pipe 32 is removed from the upper bucket 2, the upper bucket 2 is inverted and the notch 35 is aligned with the position of the second water injection port 34 and placed into the lower bucket 3. The first partition 30 at the position of the second water injection port 34 can be inserted into the notch 35, so that the upper bucket 2 and the first reinforcing layer 11 enter the sewage area 27. The support device 28 includes a support shaft 36, the upper end of the support shaft 36 enters the cleaning area 26, and at least part of the support shaft 36 is detachable to reduce the storage height of the folding bucket 1.

[0055] Of course, such as Figure 10 After adjusting the distance between the first partition 30 and the side wall 7, and the dimensions of the first reinforcing layer 11, the handle 12, and the water injection pipe 32, the distance between the first partition 30 and the side wall 7 at the second water injection port 34 is not less than the thickness of any first reinforcing layer 11. Even if the water injection pipe 32 is not removed from the upper bucket 2, the upper bucket 2 can be inserted into the lower bucket 3 for storage. The injection pipe 32 only needs to be disassembled from the second water injection port 34 to be stored in the lower bucket 3.

[0056] Preferably, the water pumping device 29 includes a first water spray path 37 and a second water spray path 38. The first water spray path 37 is connected to the second partition 31 to spray water onto the bottom of the object to be wiped 24, and the second water spray path 38 is connected to the water injection pipe 32 to spray water onto the side or top of the object to be wiped 24. The second water spray path 38 is not connected to the first water injection port 33, thereby preventing water in the second water spray path 38 from being sprayed out of the first water injection port 33.

[0057] Specifically, the water pumping device 29 includes a housing 39 and a water pump. The upstream of the first water spray path 37 and the second water spray path 38 is located in the housing 39, and a first water pipe 41 and a second water pipe 42 extending towards the cleaning area 26 are provided. The upper end of the first water pipe 41 is detachably connected to the first water spray head 43 on the second partition 31, and the lower end of the first water pipe 41 is detachably connected to the housing 39. After the first water pipe 41 is detached, it provides space for the mop head 23 to enter the clean water area 25. The water injection pipe 32 is provided with a second water spray head 44. The lower end of the second water spray head 44 is sealed to the second water pipe 42. The water in the second water spray path 38 is sprayed from the second water spray nozzle 45 on the side of the second water spray head 44 towards the cleaning area 26.

[0058] like Figure 12 In this embodiment, the support device 28 includes a support base 46, a support shaft 36, and a support platform 47 that can rotate relative to each other. The support shaft 36 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the clean water area 25, and at least a portion of the support shaft 36 is located above the support base 46. The diameter of the portion of the support shaft 36 located above the support base 46 is smaller than the diameter of the support base 46. The support base 46 is rotatably fixedly installed on the second partition 31 and sleeved on the outside of the support shaft 36. The support platform 47 is rotatably installed on the outside of the support base 46. The water pump includes an impeller 40 and a connecting rod 49. The impeller 40 is rotatably sleeved on the support shaft 36. The upper and lower ends of the connecting rod 49 are detachably connected to the support base 46 and the impeller 40, respectively. The rotation of the mop head 23 drives the support base 46, the connecting rod 49, and the impeller 40 to rotate synchronously, so as to spray water from the clean water area 25 from the first spray head 43 and the second spray head 44 onto the wiping object 24.

[0059] like Figure 5 , 14-16, When storing the mop bucket 1 and mop 21, unlock the latch 18, lift the upper bucket 2 upwards to separate it from the lower bucket 3, and flip the upper bucket 2 upside down. Rotate the handle 12 to accommodate it in the groove 17. Insert the upper bucket 2 into the lower bucket 3 with the second bucket opening 8 facing downwards. Remove the mop handle 22, mop head 23, and wiping material 24 respectively. Lift the second partition 31, support base 46, and support platform 47 upwards. Remove the first water pipe 41 and connecting rod 49. Remove the support shaft 36 in whole or in part. The mop head 23 is removed from... The mop head 23 is placed in the clean water zone 25 from top to bottom and supported on the support shaft 36 or the water pump. The removed support shaft 36, first water pipe 41 and connecting rod 49 are also placed in the clean water zone 25. The second partition 31 is placed on top of the mop head 23 or the first partition 30. Then, multiple wiping materials 24 are placed on top of the second partition 31, with the top of the wiping materials 24 roughly flush with the top of the mop bucket 1. Finally, the disassembled and folded mop bucket 1, mop head 23 and mop handle are placed in the packaging box to complete the storage or packaging.

[0060] In this embodiment, the support base 46, support platform 47, and second partition 31 do not need to be disassembled. During storage, the second partition 31 is flipped over and stored in the cleaning area 26 at a position offset from its original installation position. Alternatively, the support base 46 and support platform 47 can be removed from the second partition 31 and placed in the clean water area 25, and the second partition 31 can be closed and stored above the first partition 20 in its original installation position.

[0061] By disassembling and folding the mop bucket 1 and mop 21 for storage and packaging, the height and corresponding size of the packaging box are reduced. Compared with the original unfolded packaging box, more mop buckets 1 and mop 21 can be loaded on a container or truck of the same size, thereby reducing the packaging and transportation costs per product. In this embodiment, the size of the packaging box is reduced to 327MM*316MM*135MM, thus loading approximately 5000 products in a standard container, which is approximately double the loading capacity compared to the unfolded packaging box.

[0062] Preferably, the first spray head 43 and the outside of the water injection pipe 32 are both provided with brushes 48 for cleaning the wiping object 24.

[0063] like Figure 13 In the above embodiment, the second water nozzle 44 is integrally formed with the water injection pipe 32, and the second water nozzle 44 is located in the cavity of the water injection pipe 32. The side of the second water nozzle 44 overlaps with the side of the water injection pipe 32, and a second water outlet 45 is provided at the overlapping position.

[0064] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A folding bucket, characterized in that, The device includes an upper bucket and a lower bucket, which are detachably connected. The upper bucket extends vertically and has an installation section at its lower end. The installation section can be connected to the first opening of the lower bucket to form the folding bucket. At least part of the upper bucket is smaller than the size of the first opening. The upper bucket can be inserted into the lower bucket to reduce the overall height of the folding bucket.

2. The folding barrel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper bucket has a second opening and a third opening at its upper and lower ends, respectively. The mounting section is located outside the third opening and has a support part. During installation, the mounting section is sleeved on the outside of the lower opening, and the support part is supported above the first opening. During disassembly, the upper bucket and the lower bucket are separated, and the upper bucket is inverted so that the second opening enters the lower bucket until the upper bucket and the lower bucket form a support, or the mounting section is suspended on the first opening.

3. The folding barrel according to claim 2, characterized in that, The inner side of the second bucket opening is provided with a first reinforcing layer, and a handle is rotatably connected to the first reinforcing layer. The first reinforcing layer and the handle can follow the upper bucket into the lower bucket.

4. The folding bucket according to claim 3, characterized in that, The installation section includes a sandwich layer with an inner sandwich wall and an outer sandwich wall on both sides. A second reinforcing layer is provided on the outside of the first bucket opening. The first bucket opening and the second reinforcing layer can be inserted into the sandwich layer. The inner sandwich wall enters the lower bucket. The supporting part in the sandwich layer forms a support with the first bucket opening or the second reinforcing layer.

5. The folding barrel according to claim 4, characterized in that, The installation section also includes a latch and a water-blocking component. The latch is movably installed on the outer clamping wall. A locking part is provided on the outer side of the first bucket opening. The latch can be movably engaged with the locking part to fix or separate. The water-blocking component is located in the interlayer. During installation, the water-blocking component is located above the lower bucket. The latch is engaged with the locking part to fix it, and the upper bucket and the lower bucket squeeze the water-blocking component.

6. A floor cleaning tool that separates clean and dirty components, characterized in that, The invention includes a mop and a folding bucket according to any one of claims 1-5. The mop includes a mop handle and a mop head that are rotatably connected. The mop head is provided with a wiping agent. The folding bucket further includes a clean water area, a washing area, and a wastewater area. The clean water area is provided with a support device for supporting the rotation of the mop head. The support device is connected to a water pumping device. The rotation of the mop head drives the water pumping device to pump water from the clean water area for washing the wiping agent. Wastewater generated from washing or dehydrating the wiping agent flows outward into the wastewater area. A first partition is provided between the clean water area and the wastewater area. The distance between the first partition and the side wall of the lower bucket is greater than the width of the first reinforcing layer. The first reinforcing layer and the upper bucket can be stored in the wastewater area.

7. The floor cleaning tool for separating clean and dirty surfaces according to claim 6, characterized in that, The size of the mop head is adapted to the size of the clean water area, and the mop head can be stored in the clean water area.

8. The floor cleaning tool for separating clean and dirty surfaces according to claim 7, characterized in that, A detachable second partition is provided between the clean water zone and the cleaning zone. The support device includes a support base and a support shaft. The support shaft is installed at the bottom of the clean water zone. The support base is installed on the second partition and sleeved on the outside of the support shaft. The water pumping device includes a water pump, which includes an impeller and a connecting rod. The upper and lower ends of the connecting rod are detachably driven by the support base and the impeller, respectively, to facilitate the transmission of the rotation of the mop head to the impeller, spraying water from the clean water zone to the cleaning zone. When storing the mop head, the second partition, support base, at least part of the support shaft, and connecting rod are removed. The mop head enters the clean water zone and is supported above the support shaft or the water pump. The second partition covers the top of the first partition.

9. The floor cleaning tool for separating clean and dirty surfaces according to claim 8, characterized in that, The upper bucket is provided with a water injection pipe and a first water injection port on its edge. The clean water area is provided with a second water injection port. The second water injection port extends into the sewage area to connect the water injection pipe and the sewage area. The lower end of the water injection pipe is detachably connected to the second water injection port. The detached water injection pipe can be stored in the lower bucket.

10. The floor cleaning tool for separating clean and dirty surfaces according to claim 9, characterized in that, The water pumping device includes a first water spray path, a second water spray path, and a housing. The upstream of the first and second water spray paths is located in the housing, and a first water pipe and a second water pipe extending towards the cleaning area are provided. The first water pipe is connected to a first spray head on the second partition to spray water onto the bottom of the wiping object. A second spray head is provided inside the water injection pipe, and the lower end of the second spray head is sealed to the second water pipe. Water from the second water spray path is sprayed from a second spray nozzle on the side of the second spray head towards the cleaning area. The first water pipe is detachably connected to the housing to allow the mop head to enter the clean water area and create clearance space.

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