A food tray capable of being assembled

Abstract

The utility model relates to food tray technical field, and disclose a kind of combinable food tray, including tray body, the bottom left and right sides of tray body are provided with clamping groove, the inside of two sides clamping groove is clamped with splicing piece, splicing piece overall is set as one n character, splicing piece top end is hinged with clamping groove, the two sides edges of tray body top are all set up with two splicing jacks, the bottom two sides feet end of splicing piece bottom of upper tray body is correspondingly inserted in the inside of two splicing jacks. The combinable food tray of the design not only has the ability of multilayer superposition, greatly expands the food quantity of single transportation, improves logistics efficiency and operation convenience, also takes into account the stability of structure, security and hygienic property. Its flexible splicing and folding function meet the diversified needs in different scenarios, especially suitable for catering, food processing and distribution and other industries, help to improve overall operation efficiency and food transportation quality, with wide application prospect and popularization value.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food tray technology, specifically a food tray that can be assembled and connected. Background Technology

[0002] Food pallets, as essential tools for food transportation and storage, are widely used in the catering industry, food processing, and logistics distribution. Their main function is to support food containers, facilitating handling, stacking, and transportation, and ensuring the safety and hygiene of food during distribution. With the food industry's increasing demands for transportation efficiency and space utilization, food pallet design is gradually evolving towards multi-functionality and modularity.

[0003] Traditional food pallets are mostly single-layer structures. While simple in structure and low in cost, they have significant limitations in practical use. Single-layer food pallets have limited load-bearing capacity and floor space, making it difficult to meet the needs of transporting large quantities of multi-layered food. This results in the need for more pallets and space during transportation, reducing logistics efficiency. Furthermore, single-layer pallets have poor stability when stacked, making them prone to tipping over and slipping, posing safety hazards.

[0004] To address the shortcomings of single-layer trays, fixed multi-layer food trays have emerged on the market. These trays utilize a fixed support structure to achieve multi-layer stacking, increasing food load capacity. However, fixed multi-layer trays are relatively bulky, lack flexibility, and are inconvenient to disassemble and clean, making them difficult to meet diverse needs in different scenarios. Furthermore, the fixed connection method significantly limits the size and combination of trays, hindering flexible tray arrangement and efficient space utilization. Utility Model Content

[0005] Technical problems to be solved

[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a modular and combinable food tray to solve the aforementioned problems.

[0007] Technical solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a combinable food tray, including a tray body, with snap-fit ​​grooves on both the left and right sides of the bottom of the tray body, and splicing components snapped into the interior of both snap-fit ​​grooves. The splicing components are configured as an "n" shape, with the top of the splicing components hinged to the snap-fit ​​grooves. Two splicing insertion holes are provided on both sides of the top of the tray body, and the bottom two feet of the splicing components at the bottom of the upper tray body are correspondingly inserted into the interior of the two splicing insertion holes.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, limiting protrusions are provided on the inner sides of the bottom two feet of the splicing component, and the limiting protrusions are correspondingly engaged with the splicing socket port.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the hinge shaft inside the hinge end of the splicing component can only rotate outward by 90°.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, a side grip is installed at the center of both the left and right side walls of the outer side of the disc body.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the entire disc body is made of stainless steel.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the splicing parts are also made of stainless steel.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a combinable food tray with the following advantages:

[0015] This food pallet features an innovative splicing structure that enables stable vertical connections between pallets, significantly increasing the food load capacity during a single transport. Specifically, the interlocking grooves on the left and right sides of the pallet's bottom connect with the hinged splicing components, allowing the components to rotate flexibly and remain securely fixed between pallets. This ensures stable stacking of multiple pallets, preventing tipping and slippage. The feet at the bottom of the splicing components engage tightly with the splicing holes of the upper pallet via limiting protrusions, further enhancing the connection's strength and safety, effectively preventing the splicing components from loosening or shifting during use.

[0016] Furthermore, the connecting parts feature a damped hinge design, ensuring stability during use and allowing users to quickly unfold or fold them as needed, enabling flexible pallet combination and storage. The entire pallet is constructed of stainless steel, enhancing its durability and hygiene, facilitating cleaning and maintenance, and meeting the high hygiene standards of the food industry.

[0017] In summary, the modular food pallet designed in this paper not only possesses the ability to stack multiple layers, greatly expanding the amount of food that can be transported in a single trip and improving logistics efficiency and operational convenience, but also takes into account structural stability, safety, and hygiene. Its flexible assembly and folding functions meet diverse needs in different scenarios, and are particularly suitable for industries such as catering, food processing, and distribution. It helps improve overall operational efficiency and food transportation quality, and has broad application prospects and promotional value. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the splicing component of this utility model in its unfolded state;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the distribution of the card slots in this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model in a multi-layer spliced ​​state.

[0022] The components include: 1. Disc body; 2. Connecting parts; 3. Connecting sockets; 4. Side grip; 5. Snap-fit ​​groove;

[0023] 21. Limiting protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the utility model, and not all of them. Unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0025] It should be noted that if the utility model embodiment involves directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0026] Furthermore, "multiple" refers to two or more. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of a person skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by the utility model.

[0027] Please see Figure 1-4 Example 1:

[0028] This embodiment provides a modular food tray, including a tray body 1. The tray body 1 has a rectangular tray structure, with locking grooves 5 on both the left and right sides of the bottom. The locking grooves 5 are groove-shaped and are used to lock the connecting parts 2. The connecting parts 2 have an overall "n"-shaped structure, and their top ends are hinged to the locking grooves 5 via hinge shafts, allowing the connecting parts 2 to rotate relative to the tray body 1. The bottom sides of the connecting parts 2 have feet that can be inserted into two connecting holes 3 on the top sides of the tray body 1, forming a stable connection between the connecting parts 2 and the tray body 1 after insertion.

[0029] Specifically, the inner sides of both bottom feet of the splice component 2 are provided with limiting protrusions 21. These limiting protrusions 21 engage with the ports of the splicing insertion holes 3, serving to fix and limit the splice component 2, preventing it from loosening during insertion. The splice component 2 is connected to the insertion groove 5 via a hinge shaft. This hinge shaft is designed to allow the splice component 2 to rotate outward by only 90° and employs a damping hinge shaft to ensure the stability and controllability of the upper and lower splice components during use. Together with the limiting protrusions 21, it can prevent the splice component 2 from deflecting outward or inward during splicing support, thus preventing the upper and lower trays from tipping over.

[0030] Side handles 4 are installed at the center of both the left and right side walls of the tray body 1. These handles are ergonomically designed for easy gripping and handling. The entire tray body 1 is made of stainless steel to ensure durability, hygiene, and ease of cleaning. The connecting parts 2 are also made of stainless steel to ensure strength and corrosion resistance.

[0031] Through the above structural design, this food tray has good splicing and assembly performance. The splicing component 2 can be folded and unfolded flexibly, which facilitates the combined use and storage of the tray and meets the diverse food carrying needs. Example 2:

[0032] Based on Example 1, the internal hinge shaft of the splicing component 2 is made of high-strength alloy material, and an anti-loosening device is provided at the hinge connection to ensure that the splicing component 2 maintains good hinge performance and stability during repeated use. A sealing gasket can be provided at the hinge part between the snap-fit ​​groove 5 and the splicing component 2 to prevent food residue from entering the hinge area and to facilitate cleaning and maintenance.

[0033] Working Principle: First, take two or more rectangular trays 1, ensuring the snap-fit ​​grooves 5 on the left and right sides of the bottom of the tray are clean and free of debris. Rotate the splicing piece 2 outward 90° from the snap-fit ​​groove 5, using the damping hinge shaft to control the rotation angle, so that the splicing piece 2 is in an upright position. Next, align the upper tray 1 with the splicing piece 2 of the lower tray, and insert the bottom feet of the splicing piece 2 into the splicing insertion holes 3 on both sides of the top of the upper tray 1. During the insertion process, the limiting protrusions 21 on the inner side of the feet engage with the splicing insertion holes 3, forming a stable connection and preventing the splicing piece from loosening or deflecting. After assembly, the user can grip and carry the tray using the side handles 4 on the outside of the tray. The overall stainless steel material ensures the tray is durable, hygienic, and easy to clean. The splicing piece 2 can be folded back into the snap-fit ​​groove 5 for convenient storage and reuse, meeting the diverse needs of multi-layer food carrying.

[0034] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0035] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0036] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A modular food tray, comprising a tray body (1), characterized in that: The bottom left and right sides of the disc body (1) are provided with snap-fit ​​grooves (5), and the inside of the snap-fit ​​grooves (5) on both sides are snap-fitted with splicing parts (2). The splicing parts (2) are set as an n-shape. The top of the splicing parts (2) is hinged to the snap-fit ​​grooves (5). Two splicing holes (3) are opened on both sides of the top of the disc body (1). The bottom sides of the splicing parts (2) at the bottom of the upper disc body (1) are inserted into the two splicing holes (3).

2. The modular food tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: Limiting protrusions (21) are provided on the inner sides of the bottom two feet of the splicing component (2), and the limiting protrusions (21) are correspondingly engaged with the splicing socket (3) port.

3. The modular food tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hinge shaft inside the hinge end of the splice (2) can only rotate outward by 90°.

4. A modular food tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: Side grips (4) are installed at the center of the left and right side walls of the outer side of the disc body (1).

5. A modular food tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The disk body (1) is made entirely of stainless steel.

6. A modular food tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The splicing component (2) is also made of stainless steel.

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