Modular storage system and pull wire insert

Abstract

Modular storage systems and pull wire inserts are provided. In particular embodiments, a crate of a modular storage system includes a front wall, an opposite rear wall, and a side wall extending between and connecting the front wall and the rear wall, the front wall, the rear wall, and the side wall together defining a cavity. One or more inserts are positioned within the cavity. The inserts include one or more channels configured to receive and support a retention rod.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit and priority of U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 667,224, filed July 3, 2024, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 63 / 651,529, filed May 24, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This disclosure generally relates to modular storage systems. Background Technology

[0004] This disclosure specifically relates to accessories and devices for use in conjunction with crates of modular storage systems. Utility Model Content

[0005] One embodiment of this utility model relates to a modular storage system. The modular storage system includes a crate and an insert. The crate includes a front wall, a rear wall opposite to the front wall, and a side wall extending between and connecting the front and rear walls. The front, rear, and side walls together define a cavity. The insert is positioned within the cavity along one of the side walls. The insert includes an outer surface facing one of the side walls and an inner surface facing the cavity. The insert also includes a plurality of walls positioned on the inner surface and one or more channels defining one or more pairs of adjacent walls among the plurality of walls. Each of the one or more channels includes an end where one or more pairs of adjacent walls meet.

[0006] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a modular storage system. The modular storage system includes a crate and an insert. The crate includes a front wall, a rear wall opposite to the front wall, and side walls extending between and connecting the front and rear walls. The front wall, rear wall, and side walls together define a cavity. The insert is positioned within the cavity along one of the side walls. The insert includes an inner surface, a plurality of walls positioned on the inner surface, and one or more channels defining one or more pairs of adjacent walls among the plurality of walls. The modular storage system includes a retaining rod positioned within one or more channels of the insert and supported by one or more channels of the insert. The retaining rod is configured to support a spool having wire.

[0007] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a pull cord insert configured to be supported by a universal module. The pull cord insert includes an outer surface, an inner surface opposite to the outer surface, a plurality of walls positioned on the inner surface, and one or more channels defined between adjacent walls of the plurality of walls. Each of the one or more channels includes a channel surface recessed relative to the inner surface, an opening where adjacent walls are spaced apart, and an end where adjacent walls meet.

[0008] Additional features and advantages will be set forth in the detailed description below, and some of these features and advantages will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the description, or will be recognized by practice of the embodiments described in the included written description and the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary.

[0009] The accompanying drawings are included to provide further understanding and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate one or more embodiments and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles and operation of the various embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0010] This application will be more fully understood from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which the same reference numerals refer to the same elements:

[0011] Figure 1 This is a front perspective view of a crate according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0012] Figure 2 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 1 The right-side view of the crate.

[0013] Figure 3 This is a detailed perspective view of a convex connector according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0014] Figure 4 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 3 Detailed side perspective view of the convex connector.

[0015] Figure 5 It is a rolling modular storage unit according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0016] Figure 6 This is a detailed perspective view of a concave connector according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0017] Figure 7 It is a crate with a drawstring system according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0018] Figure 8 This is a plan view of the pull wire insert according to the embodiment.

[0019] Figure 9 This is a top view of a crate with a drawstring system according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0020] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of a crate according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0021] Figure 11 This is a perspective view of a crate according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0022] Figure 12 This is a perspective view of a crate system according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0023] Figure 13 This is a perspective view of a wire length counter according to an exemplary embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0024] Referring generally to the accompanying drawings, various embodiments of accessories and devices for use in conjunction with modular storage system crates are provided. In various embodiments, pull-wire inserts configured to be supported by the modular storage system crate are shown. In various embodiments, one or more pull-wire inserts are coupled to the interior of the crate. As will generally be understood, such pull-wire inserts allow the crate to be quickly and easily transformed from a general storage function into a specific wire storage and pull-wire arrangement.

[0025] In various embodiments, a locking lever is shown for use with modular storage system crates, specifically compact crates. In various embodiments, a wire length counter configured to be supported by the modular storage system crate is provided.

[0026] In a specific embodiment, accessories and / or devices configured for use with crates include coupling mechanisms (e.g., convex coupling members and / or concave coupling members) configured to engage with units of a modular storage system, such as a modular or stackable tool storage system, a modular worksite storage system, a modular transport storage system, etc.

[0027] In specific embodiments, the crate supporting the devices and / or accessories discussed herein includes one or more concave connectors and / or one or more convex connectors located on the surface of the crate and configured to engage one or more corresponding mating connectors of adjacent modular units (e.g., modular tool storage containers, modular universal modules, modular support components, etc.). In various embodiments, the convex and concave connectors described herein and shown in the accompanying drawings are compatible with the connection mechanism described in International Patent Publication No. WO 2017 / 191628, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. In various embodiments, the concave and convex connectors described herein engage with each other to rigidly connect various components including such a connection structure. In specific embodiments, the crate utilizing the devices and / or accessories discussed herein includes an open top end without a lid and convex connectors extending from the bottom surface of the crate.

[0028] Reference Figures 1 to 2 Details of a modular storage device according to an exemplary embodiment are shown, illustrated as a crate 10. The crate 10 includes a front wall 12 and a rear wall 14. The crate 10 also includes a side wall 16 extending between and connecting the front wall 12 and the rear wall 14. The front wall 12, rear wall 14, and side wall 16 together define a storage compartment, illustrated as a cavity 18. In various embodiments, an inner surface 26 of the crate 10 defines the storage cavity 18. In various embodiments, one or more handle openings 24 are defined in the crate 10. In various specific embodiments, one or more handle openings are defined in the side wall 16.

[0029] The crate 10 includes a lower surface or bottom surface 20. The bottom surface 20 is an outward-facing surface. In various embodiments, the bottom surface 20 is a downward-facing surface (e.g., in...). Figure 2 (As shown in the orientation). One or more convex connectors 28 extend from the bottom surface 20 of the crate 10. In various embodiments, the crate 10 includes a latch 22 extending along and downward from the front wall 12. In various specific embodiments, the latch 22 extends beyond the bottom surface 20 of the crate 10. The latch 22 is configured to engage with a latch recess on another storage module (e.g., various storage devices, boxes, crates, drawers, etc.) (see, for example, Figure 5 (68) engagement to secure crate 10 to other objects and / or general modules (see, for example, general module 60).

[0030] Reference Figures 3 to 6Various details of the convex connector 28 and concave connector 70, which allow engagement between the crate 10 and various other general-purpose modules or storage devices, are shown. Figures 3 to 4 As shown, the convex connector 28 includes a body 30 extending from a surface 20, a first tongue 32, and a second tongue 40. Both the first tongue 32 and the second tongue 40 extend from the body 30 and are offset from and above the surface 20. The first tongue 32 defines a first channel 34 between the bottom surface 20 and the first tongue 32, and the second tongue 40 defines a second channel 42 between the bottom surface 20 and the second tongue 40. The first channel 34 and the second channel 42 each extend on opposite sides of the body 30 (e.g., a first side 48 and an opposite second side 50).

[0031] Each of the first channel 34 and the second channel 42 includes a front open end and a rear closed end. For example, the first channel 34 includes a front open end 36 and a rear closed end 38, and the second channel 42 includes a front open end 44 and a rear closed end 46.

[0032] Reference Figure 5 A generic module according to an exemplary embodiment is shown, illustrated as a rolling storage module 60. The rolling storage module 60 includes a cover 61 having an upper surface 62. The cover 61 is coupled to a body 66 of the rolling storage module 60. One or more concave connectors 64 extend from and / or are located within the upper surface 62 of the rolling storage module 60. The one or more concave connectors 64 are configured to engage one or more convex connectors (see, for example, Figures 2 to 4 The convex connector 28 in the middle), one or more convex connectors extend from a surface, such as the lower surface and / or rear surface of another general module. The rolling storage module 60 includes a latch recess 68 configured to engage with a latch (see, for example, Figure 1 22) engagement, to secure the rolling storage module 60 to other objects, crates 10 and / or general modules.

[0033] Reference Figure 6 The diagram illustrates various aspects of the concave connector 70. The concave connector 70 includes a recessed surface 72 located below a top surface or uppermost surface. A rear wall 74, an opposing front wall 76, a first side wall 78, and an opposing second side wall 80 extend upward from the concave surface 72. The concave connector 70 includes a recess 82 defined by the concave surface 72, the rear wall 74, the front wall 76, the first side wall 78, and the second side wall 80.

[0034] A first rib 84 extends from the rear wall 74 and the first side wall 78 above the recess 82 and / or the recessed surface 72. Specifically, the first rib 84 extends from the first side wall 78 in direction 86 and from the rear wall 74 in direction 88. A second rib 90 extends from the rear wall 74 and the second side wall 80 above the recess 82 and / or the recessed surface 72. Specifically, the second rib 90 extends from the second side wall 80 in direction 92 and from the rear wall 74 in direction 88. To connect the concave connector 70 to a convex connector, such as convex connector 28, the convex connector 28 moves relative to the concave connector 70 in direction 94.

[0035] Reference Figure 7 This illustration shows details of a modular storage system 100 according to an exemplary embodiment, which includes a modular storage unit shown as a crate 110. Except for the differences discussed herein, crate 110 is substantially the same as crate 10. The front wall 112 of crate 110 includes a plate shown as a through plate 136 positioned within a recess 134 defined in the front wall 112. A latch 122 positioned along the front wall 112 includes an engaging end 128 configured to engage with a latch recess on another storage module (see, for example,...). Figure 5 (68) engagement to secure crate 110 to other objects and / or general modules (see, for example, general module 60).

[0036] One or more inserts, shown as pull cord inserts 130, are positioned within crate 110, within cavity 118, and along inner surface 126. In various embodiments, one or more pull cord inserts 130 are positioned along inner surface 126 of sidewall 116. In a specific embodiment, crate 110 includes two pull cord inserts 130 positioned along inner surfaces 126 of two sidewalls 116. In various embodiments, pull cord inserts 130 are coupled to crate 110, and specifically, to sidewall 116. In various embodiments, pull cord inserts 130 are removably coupled to crate 110. In various embodiments, pull cord inserts 130 may be permanently coupled to crate 110. In various embodiments, a crossbar 132 extends along at least a portion of front wall 112.

[0037] As will be discussed in more detail below, the pull cord insert 130 includes one or more channels 144. One or more channels 144 are configured to receive and support a rod, such as a retaining rod 138. The retaining rod 138 is configured to support a reel and / or storage structure.

[0038] Reference Figure 8Details of a drawstring insert 130 according to an exemplary embodiment are shown. The drawstring insert 130 includes a surface 140, which is shown as an inner surface or an inward-facing surface (in... Figure 7 (as shown in the orientation above). When the draw wire insert 130 is positioned within the crate 110, the outer surface opposite to the inner surface 140 faces the sidewall 116 (see, for example, ...). Figure 9 A plurality of walls 142 are positioned on surface 140. The plurality of walls 142 define one or more channels 144. Each channel 144 includes a pair of adjacent walls 142 together defining a portion in which a channel end 146 is located. In various embodiments, the end 146 of the channel 144 is curved or rounded. In other words, in this embodiment, the end 146 includes a curved end wall that is concave relative to the channel 144. The width of the channel 144 is defined between adjacent walls 142 and / or a pair of adjacent walls 142. In various embodiments, the channel 144 is recessed relative to the inner surface 140.

[0039] Channel 144, and more specifically end 146, receives and supports the end of retaining rod 138 when the pull cable system is assembled within crate 110. In various embodiments, each channel 144 includes one or more locking features, shown as snap-fit ​​features 150. Snap-fit ​​features 150 are configured to secure the retaining rod 138 within channel 144, and specifically within end 146. In other words, once the retaining rod 138 is positioned within end 146, one or more snap-fit ​​features 150 prevent the retaining rod 138 from moving out of end 146, thereby securing the retaining rod 138 within channel 144. In various embodiments, pull cable insert 130 includes one or more indicators 152 associated with one or more channels 144.

[0040] The pull wire insert 130 includes a long axis or longitudinal axis 147. For example... Figure 7 As shown, when the pull cord insert 130 is positioned within the crate 110, the longitudinal axis 147 extends along the height of the sidewall 116. In other words, the longitudinal axis 147, or the pull cord insert 130, is generally perpendicular to the bottom surface 120 of the crate 110. In various embodiments, each of one or more channels 144 includes a first portion 154 extending at least partially along the longitudinal axis 147 and a second portion 156 extending at an angle relative to the longitudinal axis 147. In other words, in such embodiments, although some channels of the channels 144 are vertical (e.g., perpendicular to the bottom surface 120), at least a portion 156 is angled relative to the longitudinal axis 147 (i.e., not perpendicular to the bottom surface 120).

[0041] Reference Figure 9The diagram shows a top view of a modular storage system 100 assembled with a pull-cord system 158 according to an exemplary embodiment. In various embodiments, the pull-cord system 158 includes a crate 110 and two pull-cord inserts 130 positioned within a cavity 118. One or more storage devices, shown as spools 160, are rotatably coupled to retaining rods 138 positioned within a channel 144. Each of the spools 160 includes a wire 162. The wire 162 can be unwound and extend through a recess 134 in the front wall 112 and the plate 136. The wire can be pulled through one or more holes 137 defined in the plate 136. Each hole 137 is spaced apart from adjacent holes 137.

[0042] Reference Figures 10 to 12 Details of various modular storage system crates according to various exemplary embodiments are shown, with the modular storage system crates illustrated as compact crates. (Refer to...) Figure 10 A compact crate 210 according to an exemplary embodiment is shown. The compact crate 210 includes a front wall 212 and a pair of side walls 214, which together with a rear wall define a cavity 216. A latch 226 extends along and downward from the front wall 212. In various embodiments, the latch 226 extends beyond the bottom surface 228 of the crate 210. The latch 226 is configured to engage with a latch recess to secure the crate 210 to other general-purpose modules. In various embodiments, the crate 210 includes one or more convex connectors (see, for example, 28) extending from the bottom surface 228.

[0043] Crate 210 includes an inner surface 220. A channel 222 is defined in the inner surface 220 near the front wall 212. A locking lever 218 is capable of being stored within the channel 222. When in the stored position, the locking lever 218 is typically vertical. In other words, the locking lever 218 extends along the height of the crate 210 when in the stored position. The locking lever 218 is movable along the inner surface 220 and out of the channel 222. The locking lever 218 can then be rotated to a generally vertical position (e.g., 90 degrees plus or minus 15 degrees relative to the channel 222). In various embodiments, the sidewall 214 includes one or more recesses 230.

[0044] Reference Figure 11Details of a crate 310 according to another exemplary embodiment are shown. Except for the differences discussed herein, crate 310 is substantially the same as crate 210. The front wall 312 of crate 310 includes an upper surface 332. The upper surface 332 includes a stop 334 configured to engage a locking lever 318. In various embodiments, the locking lever 318 has a U-shaped shape. In various specific embodiments, the locking lever 318 includes a pair of arms 319 extending from opposite sides of a lever 321.

[0045] The locking lever 318 is movable from a first position in which the opposing arm 319 is positioned within opposing channels 322, 324 defined in the inner surface 320 of the crate 310. At least one of the channels 322, 324 includes a stop 330. In the first position, the lever 321 extends in a generally horizontal orientation relative to the crate 310. The locking lever 321 is movable to a second position in which the lever portion 321 extends along the upper surface 332.

[0046] Reference Figure 12 Details of a crate 410 according to another exemplary embodiment are shown. Except for the differences discussed herein, crate 410 is substantially the same as crate 210. Crate 410 can be used and / or stacked with other modular storage devices, such as crate 210. A rod 426 extends along the front wall 412. Rod 426 allows for integration with modular storage systems.

[0047] Reference Figure 13 Details of a wire length counter 510 according to an exemplary embodiment are shown. The wire length counter 510 can be used with modular storage devices, such as crates 10, 110, 210, 310, and 410. The wire length counter 510 includes a housing 512 having an inner cavity 514. A pair of opposing sidewalls 516 at least partially define the cavity 514. One or more through holes 518 extend through the sidewalls 516 and connect to the cavity 514. One or more wires 510 can extend from the through holes 518 into the cavity 514. Specifically, the wires 510 engage with one or more wheels, shown as flywheels 522. In various embodiments, the wires 510 are positioned between a pair of flywheels 522.

[0048] The wire length counter 510 includes one or more counters, shown as analog counters 524 on the sidewall 516. In various embodiments, each through-hole 518 includes a corresponding counter 524. In various embodiments, at least one sidewall 516 includes a coupling mechanism, shown as a snap-fit ​​engagement 526. The snap-fit ​​engagement 526 allows the wire length counter 510 to be detachably coupled to and / or supported by a modular storage device, such as crates 10, 110, 210, 310, 410.

[0049] It should be understood that the accompanying drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments in detail, and it should be understood that this application is not limited to the details or methods set forth in the specification or illustrated in the drawings. It should also be understood that the terminology is for descriptive purposes only and should not be considered limiting.

[0050] Given this description, other modifications and alternative embodiments of various aspects of this disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, this description is to be interpreted as illustrative only. The constructions and arrangements shown in the various exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments have been described in detail in this disclosure, many modifications (e.g., variations in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportions of various elements, values ​​of parameters, mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) are possible without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described herein. Some elements shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the positions of elements may be reversed or otherwise varied, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or varied. The order or sequence of any process, logical algorithm, or method steps may be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may also be made in terms of the design, operating conditions, and arrangements of the various exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of this disclosure.

[0051] Unless otherwise expressly stated, no method described herein is intended to be construed as requiring its steps to be performed in a particular order. Therefore, no particular order is intended to be inferred unless a method claim actually describes the order in which the steps are followed, or unless the claims or specification otherwise specify that the steps are limited to a particular order. Furthermore, as used herein, the expression “a” is intended to include one or more components or elements and is not intended to be construed as meaning only one. As used herein, “rigid connection” means two components connected such that the components move together in a fixed positional relationship when subjected to forces.

[0052] Various embodiments of this disclosure relate to any combination of any of the features, and any such combination of features may be claimed in this application or a future application. Any feature, element, or component of any exemplary embodiment discussed above may be used alone or in combination with any feature, element, or component of any other embodiment discussed above.

[0053] For the purposes of this disclosure, the term "connection" means that two components are directly or indirectly linked to each other. Such a connection may be inherently fixed or inherently movable. Such a connection may be achieved by the two components and any additional intermediate components being integrally formed into a single monolithic body, or by the two components being attached to each other or by the two components and any additional components being attached to each other. Such a connection may be inherently permanent, or alternatively, it may be inherently removable or releasable.

[0054] Although the present application recites specific combinations of features in the appended claims, various embodiments of the present invention relate to any combination of any features described herein, whether or not such combinations are currently claimed, and any such combination of features may be claimed in this or a future application. Any feature, element, or component of any exemplary embodiment discussed above may be used alone or in combination with any feature, element, or component of any other embodiment discussed above.

[0055] In various exemplary embodiments, relative dimensions including angles, lengths, and radii, as shown in the accompanying drawings, are drawn to scale. Actual measurements of the drawings will reveal the relative dimensions, angles, and scales of the various exemplary embodiments. The various exemplary embodiments extend to a wide range around the absolute and relative dimensions, angles, and scales that can be determined from the drawings. The various exemplary embodiments include any combination of one or more relative dimensions or angles that can be determined from the drawings. Furthermore, actual dimensions not explicitly stated in this specification can be determined by combining the scale of the dimensions measured in the drawings with the explicit dimensions stated in this specification.

Claims

1. A modular storage system, characterized in that, The modular storage system includes: crates, the crates comprising: Front wall; Rear wall, which is opposite to the front wall; A sidewall that extends between and connects the front wall and the rear wall, the front wall, the rear wall and the sidewall together defining a cavity; An inserter, positioned within the cavity along one of the sidewalls, the inserter comprising: The outer surface faces one of the sidewalls; Inner surface, the inner surface facing the cavity; A plurality of walls, positioned on the inner surface, the plurality of walls comprising one or more pairs of adjacent walls; and One or more channels, the one or more channels being defined between one or more pairs of adjacent walls, each of the one or more channels including the ends where one or more pairs of adjacent walls meet.

2. The modular storage system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The one or more channels are recessed relative to the inner surface of the insert.

3. The modular storage system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The modular storage system also includes a retaining rod positioned within one or more channels of the insert and supported by one or more channels of the insert.

4. The modular storage system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The retaining rod is configured to rotatably support one or more reels.

5. The modular storage system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The modular storage system further includes a snap-fit ​​portion located at the end of each of the one or more channels for securing the retaining rod within each of the one or more channels.

6. The modular storage system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ends of each of the one or more channels are rounded.

7. The modular storage system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The modular storage system further includes a second insert, wherein the second insert is positioned along another sidewall of the sidewall.

8. The modular storage system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second insert includes: The outer surface faces one of the sidewalls; Inner surface, the inner surface facing the cavity; Multiple walls, said multiple walls being positioned on the inner surface; and One or more channels, the one or more channels being defined between one or more pairs of adjacent walls in the plurality of walls, each of the one or more channels including the ends where one or more pairs of adjacent walls meet.

9. The modular storage system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The crate also includes: Bottom surface; and One or more connectors, the one or more connectors extending outward from the bottom surface.

10. A modular storage system, characterized in that, The modular storage system includes: crates, the crates comprising: Front wall; Rear wall, which is opposite to the front wall; A sidewall that extends between and connects the front wall and the rear wall, the front wall, the rear wall and the sidewall together defining a cavity; An inserter, positioned within the cavity along one of the sidewalls, the inserter comprising: Inner surface; Multiple walls, said multiple walls being positioned on the inner surface; and One or more channels, said one or more channels being defined between one or more pairs of adjacent walls in the plurality of walls; A retaining rod, positioned within and supported by one or more channels of the insert, the retaining rod being configured to support a spool having wire.

11. The modular storage system according to claim 10, characterized in that, The crate includes one or more holes extending through the front wall.

12. The modular storage system according to claim 11, characterized in that, As the spool rotates, the wire unwinds from the spool and extends through one or more holes in the crate.

13. The modular storage system according to claim 10, characterized in that, The insert has a longitudinal axis, and each of the one or more channels includes: A first portion, the first portion extending along the longitudinal axis; and The second part extends at an angle relative to the longitudinal axis.

14. The modular storage system according to claim 13, characterized in that, Each of the one or more channels includes the end where one or more of the pairs of adjacent walls meet.

15. The modular storage system according to claim 14, characterized in that, The end of each of the one or more channels is connected to the second portion of the one or more channels.

16. A pull wire insert, characterized in that, The pull wire insert is configured to be supported by a universal module, and the pull wire insert includes: Outer surface; The inner surface is opposite to the outer surface; A plurality of walls, positioned on the inner surface, the plurality of walls including adjacent walls; and One or more channels, said one or more channels being defined between said adjacent walls in the plurality of walls, each of said one or more channels comprising: The channel surface is recessed relative to the inner surface; An opening, wherein the adjacent walls are spaced apart at the opening; and At the end, the adjacent walls meet.

17. The draw wire insert according to claim 16, characterized in that, The pull wire insert further includes a longitudinal axis, and wherein each of the one or more channels includes: A first portion, the first portion extending along the longitudinal axis; and The second part extends at an angle relative to the longitudinal axis.

18. The draw wire insert according to claim 17, characterized in that, The first portion is connected to the opening, and the second portion is connected to the end.

19. The draw wire insert according to claim 16, characterized in that, The end of each of the one or more channels includes an end wall that is concave relative to the associated channel.

20. The draw wire insert according to claim 16, characterized in that, The pull cord insert also includes one or more locking portions located at the end of each of the one or more channels, the one or more locking portions being configured to secure the retaining rod within the respective channel.

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