Cork floor with locking insert
By employing a snap-fit design on cork flooring, and utilizing a reinforcement plate and fastener connection structure, the problem of expansion and cracking of cork flooring caused by temperature and adhesive effects during installation is solved, achieving a fast and stable splicing effect.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- METACORK TECH NANJING CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
Existing cork flooring is prone to cracking during installation due to expansion caused by temperature and adhesive.
The design employs a snap-fit plug, which includes a top panel connected to the bottom of the cork flooring body via a reinforcing plate, and a circular plate connected to the top of the top panel via fasteners. It is equipped with a mounting base, mounting bracket, and locking ring bracket, and can be quickly assembled using snap-fit plugs.
This enables quick and convenient installation of cork flooring, reduces cracking caused by expansion, and improves installation efficiency and stability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of cork flooring technology, and in particular relates to a cork flooring using a locking plug. Background Technology
[0002] Cork flooring is a floor covering material made from the bark of the cork oak tree. It features an internal air-cushion structure that contracts under pressure and returns to its original shape when the pressure is released, providing excellent resilience. Moreover, the material is the same as that used for wine bottle stoppers, contains no formaldehyde or other harmful substances, meets food-grade safety standards, and feels soft and warm underfoot, relieving joint pressure.
[0003] The following problems exist in the application of cork flooring currently on the market: When using traditional cork baseboards, environmentally friendly flooring adhesive is usually applied evenly to the installation surface and laid from the center of the room outwards. The edges of adjacent floorboards are aligned and pressed together. However, due to the influence of temperature and adhesive, the cork baseboards may crack due to expansion in the later stages, making installation inconvenient. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a cork flooring using a locking insert to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the specific technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A cork flooring using a locking insert includes a cork flooring body, a top plate at the bottom of the cork flooring body, a support frame at the bottom of the top plate, a bottom plate at the bottom of the support frame, a reinforcing plate at the bottom of the cork flooring body, an inner groove at the top of the top plate, a circular plate embedded inside the inner groove, a reinforcing plate embedded inside the circular plate, a mounting seat on the inner side of the top plate, a mounting bracket connected to the side of the mounting seat via a pivot, a shaft inside the mounting bracket, a bushing outside the shaft, a locking ring bracket mounted outside the bushing, a buckle plate on the inner side of the top plate, and the locking ring bracket embedded inside the buckle plate.
[0006] Preferably, the top of the top plate has a mounting groove, and the inside of the mounting groove has a threaded groove. The mounting groove and the threaded groove are symmetrically distributed.
[0007] Preferably, the circular plate has a mounting plate on its side, and an internal hexagonal screw is embedded inside the mounting plate. The mounting plate is embedded inside the mounting groove, and the internal hexagonal screw is threadedly connected to the threaded groove.
[0008] Preferably, the circular plate has a circular groove inside, the circular groove has a slot inside, the reinforcing plate has a locking block on the outside, the reinforcing plate is embedded in the circular groove, and the locking block is embedded in the slot.
[0009] Preferably, the top of the base plate is provided with a reinforcing rib, the top of the base plate is provided with a positioning rod, the bottom of the top plate is provided with a vertical plate, the interior of the vertical plate is provided with a positioning groove, and the positioning rod is embedded in the interior of the positioning groove.
[0010] Preferably, the mounting base and mounting frame are provided with mounting screws inside, the mounting screws are threaded to the top plate, and the side of the buckle plate is fastened with screws, the fastening screws are threaded to the top plate.
[0011] The cork flooring using a locking insert of this utility model has the following advantages:
[0012] This type of cork flooring uses a snap-fit connector. A reinforcing plate connects the bottom of the cork flooring to the top panel, and fasteners connect the top panel to a circular plate. One side of the top panel has a mounting base, mounting bracket, and locking ring bracket, while the other side uses fasteners to connect to a snap-fit plate. This design facilitates splicing using snap-fit connectors. Multiple sets of cork flooring bodies are taken, and one set is installed on top of the flooring. Simultaneously, the locking ring bracket is rotated around the axis inside the mounting bracket, and then inserted into another set of snap-fit plates. Subsequent operations only require repeating this process, allowing for quick and easy splicing using snap-fit connectors. Attached Figure Description
[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.
[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the threaded groove structure of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the reinforcing plate structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the card slot structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the locking ring frame structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning rod structure of this utility model.
[0020] The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1. Cork flooring body; 2. Top board; 3. Support frame; 4. Bottom board; 5. Round board; 6. Mounting plate; 7. Hexagonal screw; 8. Round groove; 9. Mounting groove; 10. Threaded groove; 11. Reinforcing plate; 12. Recessed groove; 13. Locking block; 14. Locking slot; 15. Vertical plate; 16. Reinforcing rib; 17. Positioning rod; 18. Positioning groove; 19. Mounting base; 20. Mounting bracket; 21. Shaft; 22. Mounting screw; 23. Bushing; 24. Locking ring bracket; 25. Buckle plate; 26. Fastening screw. Detailed Implementation
[0021] In the following description, only certain exemplary embodiments are briefly described. As those skilled in the art will recognize, the described embodiments can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the drawings and description are considered to be exemplary in nature and not restrictive.
[0022] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this utility model.
[0023] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0024] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.
[0025] The following disclosure provides many different implementations or examples for different structures of the embodiments of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure of the embodiments of the present invention, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or reference letters may be repeated in different examples of the embodiments of the present invention; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various implementations and / or arrangements discussed.
[0026] To better understand the purpose, structure, and function of this utility model, the following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, provides a more detailed account of a cork flooring system employing a locking insert.
[0027] like Figure 1-6 As shown, this utility model discloses a cork flooring system using a locking insert, comprising a cork flooring body 1, a top plate 2 at the bottom of the cork flooring body 1, a support frame 3 at the bottom of the top plate 2, a bottom plate 4 at the bottom of the support frame 3, a reinforcing plate 11 at the bottom of the cork flooring body 1, and an inner groove 12 on the top of the top plate 2. The inner groove 12 facilitates the insertion of a circular plate 5 into the interior of the top plate 2. The circular plate 5 is inserted into the inner groove 12, and the reinforcing plate 11 is inserted into the interior of the circular plate 5. A mounting seat 19 is provided on the inner side of the top plate 2, and a mounting frame 20 is connected to the side of the mounting seat 19 via a pivot. A shaft 21 is provided inside the mounting frame 20, and a bushing 23 is provided outside the shaft 21. Install the locking ring frame 24. The inner side of the top plate 2 is provided with a buckle plate 25. The locking ring frame 24 is embedded in the buckle plate 25. The top plate 2 is connected to the bottom of the cork flooring by a reinforcing plate 11, and the circular plate 5 is connected to the top of the top plate 2 by fasteners. On one side of the top plate 2, there is a mounting base 19, a mounting bracket 20 and the locking ring frame 24. On the other side of the top plate 2, the buckle plate 25 is connected by fasteners. Take several sets of cork base plates 4. First, install one set of cork base plates 4 on the top of the base plate 4. At the same time, rotate the locking ring frame 24 around the shaft 21 inside the mounting bracket 20. Insert the locking ring frame 24 and another set of buckle plates 25. The subsequent operation only needs to be repeated. In this way, the locking plug can be used for splicing.
[0028] The top of the top plate 2 has an installation groove 9, and the inside of the installation groove 9 has a threaded groove 10. The installation groove 9 and the threaded groove 10 are symmetrically distributed. Because of the installation groove 9, it is convenient to embed the installation plate 6 on the side of the circular plate 5 inside.
[0029] The circular plate 5 has a mounting plate 6 on its side. The mounting plate 6 is inlaid with an internal hexagon screw 7. The mounting plate 6 is inlaid in the mounting groove 9. The internal hexagon screw 7 is threadedly connected to the threaded groove 10. By installing the internal hexagon screw 7, the circular plate 5 can be installed and fixed on the inner side of the top plate 2 by turning the internal hexagon screw 7 inside the mounting plate 6.
[0030] A circular groove 8 is formed inside the circular plate 5, and a slot 14 is formed inside the circular groove 8. A locking block 13 is provided on the outside of the reinforcing plate 11. The reinforcing plate 11 is embedded inside the circular groove 8, and the locking block 13 is embedded inside the slot 14. Because of the slot 14, it is convenient to install the reinforcing plate 11 inside the circular plate 5, and at the same time, it serves as a limit.
[0031] The top of the base plate 4 is provided with a reinforcing rib 16 and a positioning rod 17. The bottom of the top plate 2 is provided with a vertical plate 15. A positioning groove 18 is opened inside the vertical plate 15. The positioning rod 17 is embedded inside the positioning groove 18. Because of the positioning rod 17 and the positioning groove 18, it is convenient to initially align and splice the top plate 2 and the base plate 4.
[0032] The mounting base 19 and the mounting bracket 20 are equipped with mounting screws 22 inside. The mounting screws 22 are threaded to the top plate 2. The side of the buckle plate 25 is fastened with screws 26 inside. The fastening screws 26 are threaded to the top plate 2. Because of the fastening screws 26 and the mounting screws 22, it is convenient to use fasteners to install the mounting base 19, the mounting bracket 20 and the buckle plate 25 on the inside of the top plate 2.
[0033] The working principle of this cork flooring using a snap-fit connector is as follows: When using the cork baseboard 4, a snap-fit connector structure is installed to facilitate the splicing and installation of the cork flooring. The top board 2 is connected to the bottom of the cork flooring via a reinforcing plate 11, and a circular plate 5 is connected to the top of the top board 2 using fasteners. On one side of the top board 2, there is a mounting base 19, a mounting bracket 20, and a locking ring bracket 24. The mounting base 19 and mounting bracket 20 contain mounting screws 22. On the other side of the top board 2, a snap-fit plate 25 is installed. The snap-fit plate 25 contains fastening screws 26. Several sets of cork baseboard 4 bodies are taken. First, the baseboard 4 is installed on the mounting surface. Then, the top board 2 is removed. The mounting screws 22 are removed first, and then tightened to install the mounting base 19 and the mounting ring 26 inside the top board 2. Finally, the fasteners are removed and tightened. The screw 26 is used to install the buckle plate 25 on the inner side of the top plate 2. Then, one set of cork base plates 4 is installed on the top of the base plate 4. The locking ring frame 24 is rotated around the shaft 21 inside the mounting frame 20 and inserted with the other set of buckle plates 25. Then, the reinforcing rib 16 is embedded in the inner side of the vertical plate 15, and the positioning rod 17 is embedded in the positioning groove 18. After that, the circular plate 5 is taken out and embedded in the circular groove 8 at the top of the top plate 2. Then, the internal hex screw 7 is turned to splice the two together. In this way, the circular plate 5 can be installed on the top of the top plate 2. The cork base plate 4 is taken out and the bottom reinforcing plate 11 is embedded in the inner groove 12. At the same time, the locking block 13 is embedded in the locking groove 14. After that, only repeated operations are needed. In this way, the locking plug method is used, and the splicing is faster.
[0034] It is understood that this utility model has been described through some embodiments, and those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes or equivalent substitutions can be made to these features and embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Furthermore, under the teachings of this utility model, these features and embodiments can be modified to adapt to specific situations and materials without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, and all embodiments falling within the scope of the claims of this application are within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A cork flooring system using a locking mechanism, comprising a cork flooring body (1), characterized in that: The cork floor body (1) has a top plate (2) at the bottom, a support frame (3) at the bottom of the top plate (2), a bottom plate (4) at the bottom of the support frame (3), a reinforcing plate (11) at the bottom of the cork floor body (1), an inner groove (12) at the top of the top plate (2), a circular plate (5) inlaid inside the inner groove (12), a reinforcing plate (11) inlaid inside the circular plate (5), a mounting seat (19) on the inner side of the top plate (2), a mounting bracket (20) connected to the side of the mounting seat (19) via a pivot, a shaft (21) inside the mounting bracket (20), a bushing (23) outside the shaft (21), a locking ring bracket (24) installed outside the bushing (23), a buckle plate (25) on the inner side of the top plate (2), and the locking ring bracket (24) inlaid inside the buckle plate (25).
2. The cork flooring with interlocking inserts according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top plate (2) has an installation groove (9) on its top, and a threaded groove (10) is provided inside the installation groove (9). The installation groove (9) and the threaded groove (10) are symmetrically distributed.
3. The cork flooring with interlocking inserts according to claim 2, characterized in that: The circular plate (5) has a mounting plate (6) on its side. The mounting plate (6) is inlaid with an internal hexagonal screw (7). The mounting plate (6) is inlaid in the mounting groove (9). The internal hexagonal screw (7) is threadedly connected to the threaded groove (10).
4. The cork flooring with interlocking inserts according to claim 3, characterized in that: The circular plate (5) has a circular groove (8) inside, and a slot (14) is formed inside the circular groove (8). The reinforcing plate (11) has a locking block (13) on its outside. The reinforcing plate (11) is embedded inside the circular groove (8), and the locking block (13) is embedded inside the slot (14).
5. The cork flooring with interlocking inserts according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom plate (4) is provided with a reinforcing rib (16) at the top and a positioning rod (17) at the top. The top plate (2) is provided with a vertical plate (15) at the bottom. A positioning groove (18) is opened inside the vertical plate (15), and the positioning rod (17) is embedded inside the positioning groove (18).
6. The cork flooring with interlocking inserts according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting base (19) and mounting bracket (20) are provided with mounting screws (22) inside. The mounting screws (22) are threaded to the top plate (2). The side of the buckle plate (25) is fastened with screws (26), which are threaded to the top plate (2).