Stacking device

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the dish rack technical field, concretely relates to a kind of stacking device for dish stacking, it includes two end plates, and a group of edge pipes are connected between two end plates, limit structure is arranged on the opposite surface of two edge pipes along the length direction of edge pipe, further include several positioning components, the positioning component includes bottom plate, the upper surface of bottom plate is equipped with spacing plate, the lower surface of bottom plate is equipped with the clamping structure matched with limit structure, wherein, when the limit structure and clamping structure cooperate, the bottom plate of positioning component is attached on the upper surface of two edge pipes, and positioning component cannot be detached from frame along the height direction of spacing plate and can be adjusted along the length direction of edge pipe and slide;The utility model designs a kind of stacking device, it is used for the stacking of dish, and it will product componentization, reduce the cost of product.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of dish rack technology, specifically relating to a stacking device for stacking dishes or placing kitchen utensils. Background Technology

[0002] Dish racks are used in the kitchen to store dishes. As people's living standards improve, the sizes of bowls and plates in households are becoming more diverse. This requires dish racks to keep up with the pace of this diversification. While dish racks with adjustable sliding dividers can accommodate different sizes of bowls and plates by adjusting the size of the dividers, the dividers cannot be removed individually. They can only be slid and stacked on one side of the rack, which not only takes up space but also affects the aesthetics.

[0003] Furthermore, existing dish racks include a base plate with two parallel T-slots, and several spacer posts are connected in the T-slots on the base plate. For easy adjustment, the spacer posts are locked in the T-slots by rotation. After multiple adjustments, the connection structure of the spacer posts is easily damaged, the connection reliability is greatly reduced, and it cannot meet the needs of use.

[0004] Alternatively, the existing technology includes a base plate with protrusions machined on it. The protrusions have connecting structures on both sides. The positioning component covers the protrusions from above and is fixed to the connecting structures on both sides. The base plate in this structure has a complex shape, resulting in higher product costs. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model designs a stacking device for stacking bowls and plates, which reduces the cost of the product by breaking it down into parts.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows:

[0007] A stacking device for vertically stacking bowls and plates, characterized by comprising two end plates and a set of side tubes connected between the two end plates, with limiting structures provided on the opposite surfaces of the two side tubes along their length, and further comprising several positioning components, with two positioning components forming a group. When the positioning components are connected to the side tubes, a stacking space is formed between the two positioning components.

[0008] The positioning component includes a base plate, with a spacer plate on the upper surface and a snap-fit ​​structure on the lower surface of the base plate that cooperates with the limiting structure.

[0009] When the limiting structure and the snap-fit ​​structure are engaged, the bottom plate of the positioning component is attached to the upper surface of the two side tubes, and the positioning component cannot be dislodged from the frame along the height direction of the partition plate and can be slidably adjusted along the length direction of the side tube.

[0010] Furthermore, the base plate has tail plates perpendicular to its ends. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the tail plates are pressed against the outer wall of the side tube away from the opposite side. The snap-fit ​​structure between the tail plates and the positioning component clamps the two ends of the side tube, improving the reliability of the connection between the positioning component and the side tube.

[0011] Furthermore, the base plate has tail plates perpendicular to the base plate at both ends, and the upper surface of the side tube has a groove. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the lower end of the tail plate is embedded in the groove, and the tail plate and the snap-fit ​​structure form a clamp. The groove is used to accommodate the lower part of the tail plate and can guide the sliding positioning component.

[0012] Furthermore, a decorative tube is connected to the outer wall of the side tube away from the opposite side, and a groove is formed between the decorative tube and the side tube. The bottom plate has end plates perpendicular to the bottom plate at both ends. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the end plate is close to the outer wall of the side tube away from the opposite side, and the lower end of the end plate is embedded in the groove. The decorative tube improves the aesthetics of the stacking device, and the groove is used to accommodate the lower part of the tail plate, which can guide the sliding positioning component and prevent the positioning component from twisting during the sliding process.

[0013] Furthermore, the limiting structure is a stepped surface formed on the opposite side of the side tube, and the snap-fit ​​structure is a spring plate connected to the base plate. The surface of the spring plate is provided with a boss. The upper surface of the boss abuts against the stepped surface to realize the cooperation between the positioning component and the side tube. The specific structure of the limiting structure and the snap-fit ​​structure is given here. In one embodiment of this application, the positioning component is locked along the height direction of the positioning component by means of the stepped surface.

[0014] Furthermore, the upper end of the opposite side of the side tube is provided with a guide slope, which serves as a guide to facilitate the quick and accurate entry of the positioning component's snap-fit ​​structure into the limiting structure.

[0015] Furthermore, the limiting structure is a first groove formed on the opposite surface of the side tube, and the snap-fit ​​structure is a spring plate connected to the base plate. The surface of the spring plate is provided with a protrusion that matches the shape of the first groove, and the protrusion fits into the first groove.

[0016] Furthermore, the cross-section of the first groove and the cross-section of the protrusion are rectangular.

[0017] Furthermore, the cross-section of the first groove and the cross-section of the protrusion are semi-circular.

[0018] Furthermore, the cross-section of the first groove and the cross-section of the protrusion are triangular.

[0019] Furthermore, an intermediate connector is provided between the two side tubes. The two ends of the intermediate connector are connected to the end plate, and a gap is formed between the intermediate connector and the side tube. The snap-fit ​​structure passes through the gap and connects to the limiting structure on the side tube.

[0020] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0021] This invention improves the stacking device. First, it adopts a split design, which facilitates processing and manufacturing, reduces product costs, and also facilitates assembly. Second, the positioning component's bottom plate has a snap-fit ​​structure that abuts against the opposite surface of the side tube and cooperates with the limiting structure to connect the positioning component to the frame. The positioning component can be inserted from top to bottom, making installation convenient. Once the snap-fit ​​structure of the positioning component is connected to the limiting structure of the side tube, the positioning component is not easy to detach from the side tube, ensuring the reliability of the connection between the positioning component and the side tube. At the same time, the positioning component can slide along the length of the side tube, allowing people to adjust the distance between the two positioning components according to the size of the bowls and plates, meeting the needs of different scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a top view schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the cross section of AA;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is another cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 This is another cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the present utility model.

[0028] Figure 7 for Figure 3 A three-dimensional sectional view;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] In the diagram, 1 represents the end plate, 101 represents the outer frame, and 102 represents the inner frame.

[0032] 2 is the side tube, 20 is the limiting structure, 21 is the decorative tube, and 210 is the groove.

[0033] 3 is the positioning component, 30 is the base plate, 31 is the partition plate, 32 is the snap-fit ​​structure, and 300 is the tail plate.

[0034] 200 is the stepped surface, 201 is the first groove, 320 is the spring plate, 321 is the boss, 3210 is the guide slope, and 322 is the protrusion.

[0035] 4 represents the intermediate connecting part, and 40 represents the gap. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and implement the present invention. However, the embodiments described are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0037] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "set on" or "fixed to" another component, it can be directly on the other component or there may be an intermediate component. When a component is referred to as being "fixed to" another component, or "fixedly connected" to another component, the fixing method can be detachable or non-detachable. When a component is considered to be "connected" or "rotatably connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intermediate component. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," "upper," "lower," and similar expressions used are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0038] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein in the description of this invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0039] In this invention, terms such as "first," "second," and "third" are used not to represent specific quantities or orders, but merely to distinguish names.

[0040] This application relates to a stacking device that can be placed inside a cabinet or on the upper surface of a cabinet. It forms several placement areas on its surface through a positioning component. Bowls and plates are stacked vertically and placed in the corresponding placement areas. The positioning component limits the bowls and plates in the placement areas in two directions to ensure that the vertically stacked bowls and plates will not tip over.

[0041] Example 1

[0042] See Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the stacking device includes two end plates 1 and a set of side tubes 2 connected between the two end plates 1. Each end plate has an insertion boss, the shape of which matches the inner cavity of the side tube. The end of the side tube is inserted into the insertion boss, which is located at the end of the end plate along its length. That is, when the side tube is connected to the end plate, there is a gap between the two side tubes. A limiting structure 20 is provided on the opposite surface of the two side tubes along the length of the side tube. The device also includes several positioning components 3.

[0043] The positioning component 3 includes a base plate 30, with a spacer plate 31 on the upper surface of the base plate 30 and a snap-fit ​​structure 32 on the lower surface of the base plate 30 that cooperates with the limiting structure.

[0044] When the limiting structure 20 and the snap-fit ​​structure 32 are engaged, the base plate 30 of the positioning component 3 is attached to the upper surface of the two side tubes 2, and the positioning component 3 cannot be dislodged from the frame along the height direction of the partition plate and can be slidably adjusted along the length direction of the side tube.

[0045] The stacking device described in this utility model can be used for vertical stacking of bowls and plates, and also for storing some kitchen utensils. Depending on the stacking needs, the shape of the partition plate varies. There are two shapes of partition plate: one is arc-shaped and the other is straight. When the user needs to stack bowls and plates, the positioning component adopts an arc-shaped partition plate. Two positioning components 3 form a group. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, a stacking space 5 is formed between the two positioning components. The side tube provides vertical support, and the positioning component limits the position along the length direction of the side tube and perpendicular to the length direction of the side tube, thereby supporting the bowls and plates and preventing them from tipping over. When the user needs to stack bowls and plates and store kitchen utensils, a combination of arc-shaped partition plates and straight partition plates can be selected. The positioning components of the two arc-shaped partition plates form a stacking space. The user stacks bowls and plates, and a placement area is formed between the arc-shaped partition plate and the straight partition plate for placing some kitchen utensils. The straight partition plate supports the kitchen utensils.

[0046] This invention improves the stacking device. First, the bottom support component is assembled from an end plate and a side tube, employing a split design for easy manufacturing and assembly. Second, the positioning component's bottom plate has a snap-fit ​​structure that abuts against the opposite surface of the side tube and cooperates with the limiting structure to connect the positioning component to the frame. The positioning component can be inserted from top to bottom for easy installation. Once the snap-fit ​​structure of the positioning component is connected to the limiting structure of the side tube, the positioning component is less likely to detach from the side tube, ensuring reliable connection between the positioning component and the side tube. Simultaneously, the positioning component can slide along the length of the side tube, allowing users to adjust the distance between the two positioning components according to the size of the dishes, meeting the needs of different scenarios.

[0047] The base plate 30 has tail plates 300 perpendicular to the base plate at both ends. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the tail plate is close to the outer wall surface of the side tube away from the opposite side. The snap-fit ​​structure between the tail plate and the positioning component clamps the two ends of the side tube. There is no wobbling space between the positioning component and the side tube, thereby improving the connection reliability between the positioning component and the side tube.

[0048] See further Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, a decorative tube 21 is connected to the outer wall surface of the side tube 2 away from the opposite side. A groove 210 is formed between the decorative tube 21 and the side tube. The bottom plate 30 has tail plates 300 perpendicular to the bottom plate at both ends. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the tail plate 300 is close to the outer wall surface of the side tube away from the opposite side, and the lower end of the tail plate 300 is embedded in the groove 210. The decorative tube improves the aesthetics of the stacking device, and the groove is used to accommodate the lower part of the end plate. It can guide the sliding positioning component and prevent the positioning component from twisting during sliding. The decorative tube forms an inclined surface from the outer edge to the edge of the groove. A strip-shaped protrusion is provided on the inclined surface along the length direction to improve the aesthetics of the product. The decorative tube and the side tube are integrally formed.

[0049] Furthermore, decorative tubes can increase the width of the stacking device, but some places may have limitations on the width of the stacking device. However, to ensure the reliability of the connection between the base plate and the side tubes, an alternative structural form is provided here, see [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 9As shown, the base plate 30 has tail plates 300 perpendicular to the base plate at both ends, and the upper surface of the side tube 2 has a groove 210. The groove is formed by the inward indentation of the upper surface of the side tube, which effectively controls the width of the side tube and meets the usage requirements of some occasions. When the positioning component 3 is connected to the side tube 2, the lower end of the tail plate 300 is embedded in the groove 210. The tail plate and the snap-fit ​​structure form a clamp, which enables the base plate to be reliably connected to the side tube, improving the connection reliability between the positioning component and the side tube. The groove is used to accommodate the lower part of the tail plate and can guide the sliding positioning component.

[0050] In this embodiment, see Figure 3 As shown, the limiting structure 20 is a stepped surface 200 formed on the opposite surface of the side tube, and the snap-fit ​​structure 32 is a spring plate 320 connected to the base plate. The surface of the spring plate 320 is provided with a boss 321. The upper surface of the boss 321 abuts against the stepped surface 200 to realize the cooperation between the positioning component and the side tube. The specific structure of the limiting structure and the snap-fit ​​structure is given here. In one embodiment of this application, the step surface is used to lock the positioning component along the height direction of the positioning component.

[0051] Furthermore, the upper end of the opposite side of the side tube is provided with a guide slope 3210. The guide slope serves as a guide, which facilitates the quick and accurate entry of the positioning component's snap-fit ​​structure into the limiting structure.

[0052] Example 2

[0053] Based on Example 1, this example improves the shape of the limiting structure and provides several possible structural forms, see [link to example]. Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the limiting structure 20 is a first groove 201 formed on the opposite surface of the side tube, and the snap-fit ​​structure 32 is a spring plate 320 connected to the base plate. The surface of the spring plate 320 is provided with a protrusion 322 that matches the shape of the first groove, and the protrusion 322 fits in the first groove 201.

[0054] Several possible structural forms of the groove are given below.

[0055] First structural form: See Figure 4 As shown, the cross-section of the first groove 201 and the cross-section of the protrusion 322 are rectangular. The use of rectangular cross-sections makes the positioning component have a better locking effect along its height direction, and the positioning component is not easy to be pulled out, thus having better connection reliability.

[0056] The second structural form: see [link / reference] Figure 5 As shown, the cross-section of the first groove 201 and the cross-section of the protrusion 322 are semi-circular.

[0057] The third structural form: see [link / reference] Figure 6 As shown, the cross-section of the first groove 201 and the cross-section of the protrusion 322 are triangular.

[0058] Using a semi-circular or triangular structure, it is also possible to connect the positioning component to the side tube. Due to the characteristics of semi-circular and triangular structures, the positioning component can be easily pulled out along its height direction, resulting in slightly lower connection reliability, but it also facilitates the replacement of the positioning component.

[0059] In the two embodiments described above, the stacking device can be further improved, as detailed below: See Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, an intermediate connector 4 is provided between the two side tubes 2. The two ends of the intermediate connector 4 are connected to the end plate, and a gap 40 is formed between the intermediate connector and the side tube 2. The snap-fit ​​structure passes through the gap and connects to the limiting structure on the side tube. The intermediate connector is a U-shaped connecting plate. The surface of the end plate 1 is provided with a rectangular outer frame 101 and a rectangular inner frame 102. Several supporting ribs are evenly distributed at the upper and lower ends of the rectangular inner frame. An embedding groove is formed between the end of the supporting ribs, the left and right ends of the inner frame and the outer frame. The end of the intermediate connector 4 is embedded in the embedding groove. The intermediate connector improves the structural strength of the entire device and also improves the aesthetics of the product. In order to further improve the structural strength and the aesthetics of the bottom of the product, two intermediate connectors can be provided, which are symmetrically arranged. The two ends of the intermediate connector are embedded in the embedding groove between the outer frame and the inner frame.

[0060] Example 3

[0061] Based on Example 1 or Example 2, the difference between this example and the previous two examples is as follows: See Figure 8 As shown, the partition plate 3 in this embodiment is straight. At the same time, this embodiment has an intermediate connector 4, which is installed at the bottom of the embedding groove. At this time, the U-shaped opening of the intermediate connector 4 faces upward, forming a structure with the side tubes on both sides that is low in the middle and high on both sides. When placing a round kitchen utensil, the kitchen utensil is placed between the two partition plates from top to bottom. The lower end of the kitchen utensil abuts against the bottom of the intermediate connector and / or the two side tubes 2. At this time, the side tubes 2 can limit the round kitchen utensil and prevent it from rolling.

[0062] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0063] This invention improves the stacking device. First, it adopts a split design, which facilitates processing and manufacturing, as well as assembly. Second, the positioning component's bottom plate has a snap-fit ​​structure that abuts against the opposite surface of the side tube and cooperates with the limiting structure to connect the positioning component to the frame. The positioning component can be inserted from top to bottom, making installation convenient. Once the snap-fit ​​structure of the positioning component is connected to the limiting structure of the side tube, the positioning component is not easy to detach from the side tube, ensuring the reliability of the connection between the positioning component and the side tube. At the same time, the positioning component can slide along the length of the side tube, allowing people to adjust the distance between the two positioning components according to the size of the bowls and plates, meeting the needs of different scenarios.

[0064] Based on the described embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A stacking device, characterized in that: It includes two end plates and a set of side tubes connected between the two end plates. A limiting structure is provided on the opposite surface of the two side tubes along the length of the side tubes. It also includes several positioning components. The positioning component includes a base plate, with a spacer plate on the upper surface and a snap-fit ​​structure on the lower surface of the base plate that cooperates with the limiting structure. When the limiting structure and the snap-fit ​​structure are engaged, the bottom plate of the positioning component is attached to the upper surface of the two side tubes, and the positioning component cannot be dislodged from the side tube along the height direction of the partition plate. The positioning component can be slidably adjusted along the length direction of the side tube.

2. The stacking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate has tail plates at both ends that are perpendicular to the base plate. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the tail plates are close to the outer wall surface of the side tube away from the opposite side.

3. The stacking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate has tail plates perpendicular to its ends, and the upper surface of the side tube has a groove. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the lower end of the tail plate is embedded in the groove.

4. The stacking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A decorative tube is connected to the outer wall surface of the side tube away from the opposite side, and a groove is formed between the decorative tube and the side tube. The bottom plate has tail plates perpendicular to the bottom plate at both ends. When the positioning component is connected to the side tube, the tail plate is close to the outer wall surface of the side tube away from the opposite side, and the lower end of the tail plate is embedded in the groove.

5. The stacking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting structure is a stepped surface formed on the opposite side of the side tube, and the snap-fit ​​structure is a spring plate connected to the base plate. The surface of the spring plate is provided with a boss, and the upper surface of the boss abuts against the stepped surface to realize the cooperation between the positioning component and the side tube.

6. The stacking device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The upper end of the opposite side of the side tube is provided with a guide slope.

7. The stacking device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting structure is a first groove formed on the opposite surface of the side tube, and the snap-fit ​​structure is a spring plate connected to the base plate. The surface of the spring plate is provided with a protrusion that matches the shape of the first groove, and the protrusion fits into the first groove.

8. The stacking device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The cross-section of the first groove and the cross-section of the protrusion are in the shape of a rectangle, a semi-circle, or a triangle.

9. The stacking device according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that: An intermediate connector is provided between the two side tubes. The two ends of the intermediate connector are connected to the end plate. A gap is formed between the intermediate connector and the side tube. The snap-fit ​​structure passes through the gap and connects to the limiting structure on the side tube.

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