A teat holder suitable for use in a cleaning apparatus and a cleaning apparatus

Abstract

This utility model relates to a nipple holder, specifically a nipple holder and cleaning equipment suitable for use in cleaning devices. The holder includes a main body with a hollow, through-hole storage frame. The hollow portion of the storage frame forms an inner cavity, in which nipple holders are housed. The main body of this utility model uses a hollow, through-hole storage frame, and within this frame are nipple holders at different heights. These holders at varying heights allow for the placement of multiple nipples using the vertical space, thereby improving the space utilization within the cleaning machine. The hollow, through-hole storage frame also facilitates the flow of rinsing water through the frame to thoroughly clean the nipple surface. Compared to the traditional method of laying nipples flat, this method utilizes the vertical space to place the nipples, preventing obstruction of other items to be cleaned and creating a staggered placement structure. It also avoids the problem of incomplete cleaning caused by stacking, making it more convenient for users.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a nipple holder, specifically a nipple holder and cleaning equipment suitable for cleaning equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In the traditional field of maternal and infant products, hand washing is usually used to clean bottles, nipples, or other accessories used by babies to remove residual saliva, milk stains, dust, and other residues from their surfaces, achieving a clean result. However, with the emergence of cleaning equipment, the traditional hand washing method is gradually moving towards automated machine washing, which solves the tediousness and physical burden of cleaning maternal and infant products.

[0003] Most existing cleaning equipment on the market adopts a closed cleaning structure, meaning that the machine body has a closed cleaning chamber. When nipples are placed on the rack in the cleaning chamber, residues can be rinsed off by high-pressure water jets, which can also clean surface stains. However, the racks used in existing cleaning equipment are usually quite simple, especially when multiple nipples are placed flat. This means that multiple nipples occupy most of the rack area, resulting in low space utilization. It is also not conducive to placing other items to be cleaned and makes it inconvenient for users to clean items in one place. Utility Model Content

[0004] Regarding the aforementioned problems with existing cleaning equipment, such as simple shelves that obstruct other items when multiple nipples are placed, resulting in low space utilization, the technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve these problems is as follows:

[0005] A nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment includes a holder body that can be installed in the cleaning equipment. The holder body has a hollow, through-hole storage frame. The hollow part of the storage frame forms a storage cavity. The storage cavity has a plurality of nipple holders at different heights spaced apart along its length.

[0006] As described above, a nipple holder suitable for a cleaning device has a first frame edge and a second frame edge located at both ends in the length direction, with the horizontal position of the first frame edge being higher than the horizontal position of the second frame edge.

[0007] As described above, a nipple holder suitable for a cleaning device is provided, wherein the first frame edge and the second frame edge are connected and enclosed by a third frame edge and a fourth frame edge to form the storage cavity, one end of the nipple holder is disposed on the side surface of the third frame edge facing the storage cavity, and the other end of the nipple holder is disposed on the side surface of the fourth frame edge facing the storage cavity.

[0008] As described above, a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment has a first support leg extending from the third frame side toward the bottom of the nipple holder, and a second support leg extending from the fourth frame side toward the bottom of the nipple holder. The lowest point of the first support leg, the lowest point of the second support leg, and the lowest point of the second frame side are all located on the same horizontal plane a.

[0009] As described above, a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment has an extension protrusion on the third frame side and the fourth frame side to enhance structural stability. A plurality of the extension protrusions are arranged along the length direction of the storage frame, and at least one connection point between the nipple holder and the storage frame is located on the surface of the extension protrusion.

[0010] As described above, in a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment, the lower side of the third frame and the lower side of the fourth frame respectively form an inclined angle b relative to the horizontal plane a, and the angle b ranges from 30 degrees to 70 degrees.

[0011] As described above, a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment has a triangular cross-sectional shape for the extended protrusion. The extended protrusion has a first side and a second side, and a protrusion angle c is formed between the first side and the second side. The angle c ranges from 100 degrees to 150 degrees.

[0012] As described above, a nipple holder suitable for a cleaning device has a connecting part for connecting to the surface of the storage frame and a limiting part for restricting the placement position of the nipple. The limiting part has a hollow through structure and extends toward the top of the nipple holder.

[0013] As described above, a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment includes a limiting part comprising a plurality of support claws arranged circumferentially around a hollow position and a support ring for connecting the support claws, wherein the protruding ends of the support claws are bent toward the hollow position of the limiting part.

[0014] A cleaning device, including the nipple holder.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] The support body of this utility model adopts a hollow, through-hole storage frame, and nipple racks at different heights are set inside the storage frame. These nipple racks at different heights can utilize the space in the vertical direction to place multiple nipples, thereby improving the space utilization rate inside the cleaning machine. The hollow, through-hole storage frame also allows the rinsing water of the cleaning machine to pass through the storage frame to thoroughly clean the nipple surface. Compared with the traditional method of laying nipples flat, using the space in the vertical direction to place nipples does not easily obstruct other items to be cleaned, forming a staggered placement structure. It can also avoid the problem of incomplete cleaning of nipples due to stacking, making it convenient for users. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment according to the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of A.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a front view of a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment according to the present invention.

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 3 BB section view. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments are merely some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of the present invention 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 indication will also change accordingly.

[0023] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this invention is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this invention.

[0024] This embodiment provides a nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment.

[0025] Figures 1 to 4 A nipple holder suitable for a cleaning device is shown, including a holder body that can be installed in the cleaning device. The holder body has a hollow through-hole storage frame 1, and the hollow position of the storage frame 1 forms a storage cavity 10. The storage cavity 10 is provided with a plurality of nipple holders 2 at different height positions along the length direction.

[0026] Specifically, in some embodiments, the cleaning equipment can be a cleaning machine for cleaning baby products. The support body is preferably made of PP plastic (polypropylene) or silicone, which is lightweight, waterproof, moisture-proof, and resistant to high-temperature sterilization. It is suitable for the cleaning equipment to perform high-pressure cleaning or high-temperature sterilization. The support body has a hollow through-hole storage frame. The hollow through-hole structure leaves gaps between each layer of nipple rack 2, which facilitates comprehensive spray rinsing of the nipples. The gaps allow for air circulation, improving the efficiency of drying or baking and reducing bacterial growth caused by water accumulation. The nipple racks 2 are arranged in layers at different heights inside the storage frame 1, which allows the nipples to be placed using the space in the height direction, further improving space utilization and avoiding the impact of stacking and overlapping due to insufficient space, which would lead to incomplete cleaning. This effectively solves the problem of low space utilization and makes it convenient for users.

[0027] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the storage frame 1 has a first frame edge 11 and a second frame edge 12 located at both ends in the length direction. The horizontal position of the first frame edge 11 is higher than the horizontal position of the second frame edge 12, so that the nipple holder 2 forms an inclined stepped interval distribution structure. This makes full use of vertical space during the placement of nipples, avoids wasting storage space by laying them flat. The stepped distribution is clear at a glance when retrieving or placing items, making it easy to quickly find the required nipple. The stepped interval distribution structure is conducive to the washing machine thoroughly rinsing the nipple surface, while utilizing the space in the height direction to further improve space utilization.

[0028] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the first frame edge 11 and the second frame edge 12 are connected and enclosed by the third frame edge 13 and the fourth frame edge 14 to form a storage cavity 10. The nipple holder 2 is integrally formed in the storage cavity 10 to enhance the structural stability when placing the nipple. One end of the nipple holder 2 is set on the surface of the third frame edge 13 facing the storage cavity 10, and the other end of the nipple holder 2 is set on the surface of the fourth frame edge 14 facing the storage cavity 10. The distance between the third frame edge 13 and the fourth frame edge 14 and the nipple holder 2 is adapted to the size of nipples of various brands and models, and is applicable to most nipple models sold on the market. The structure in which the first frame edge 11 and the second frame edge 12 are connected and enclosed by the third frame edge 13 and the fourth frame edge 14 fixes the nipple to be placed for cleaning from all four sides, preventing it from slipping due to high pressure or vibration during the cleaning process, and improving the stability of the nipple after it is placed and rinsed.

[0029] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the third frame side 13 extends a first support leg 131 towards the bottom of the nipple holder 2, and the fourth frame side 14 extends a second support leg 141 towards the bottom of the nipple holder 2. The first support leg 131 and the second support leg 141 are securely installed in the slots of the internal shelf of the cleaning device at a fixed tilt angle, reducing the looseness of the connection between the holder body and the shelf, making the holder body structurally stable on the cleaning device, less prone to shaking, and also facilitating quick assembly and disassembly by the user, saving assembly and disassembly time. The lowest point of the first support leg 131, the lowest point of the second support leg 141, and the lowest point of the second frame side 12 are all located on the same horizontal plane a. The first support leg 131 is located at the bottom of the third frame side 13, and the second support leg 141 is located at the bottom of the fourth frame side 14. The triangular stabilizing structure keeps the holder body balanced on the cleaning device, preventing it from slipping due to high pressure or vibration during placement or cleaning. At the same time, the distributed placement of the first and second support legs further improves the load-bearing capacity of the shelf frame 1.

[0030] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the junctions between the first frame edge 11 and the third frame edge 13, and between the first frame edge 11 and the fourth frame edge 14, all adopt rounded corner structures. The junctions between the second frame edge 12 and the third frame edge 13, and between the second frame edge 12 and the fourth frame edge 14, all adopt rounded corner structures. The rounded corner structure has a smooth, rounded corner without sharp edges, which can prevent scratches during use. In addition, the rounded corner structure can be wiped with tools when the bracket body is disassembled and cleaned, and it is not easy to accumulate dust or dirt. The rounded corner design has a slight arc, which can guide the water flow to drip smoothly during cleaning or drying in the cleaning equipment, reduce water accumulation, and improve drying efficiency.

[0031] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the third frame edge 13 and the fourth frame edge 14 are respectively provided with extended protrusions 15 for enhancing structural stability. Several extended protrusions 15 are arranged along the length direction of the storage frame 1. At least one nipple holder 2 is located at the junction with the storage frame 1 on the surface of the extended protrusion 15. The extended protrusion 15 makes the support body have a vertical stepped structure with a smooth transition, which enhances the structural stability of the support body. After the cleaning equipment has finished working, it guides the water flow to the drain tray, keeps the support body clean and free of water accumulation, and reduces bacterial growth. Several extended protrusions 15 are arranged along the length direction of the storage frame 1. At least one nipple holder 2 is located at the junction with the storage frame 1 on the surface of the extended protrusion 15, which increases the contact area between the placed nipple and the nipple holder 2 and the storage frame 1. This can prevent the nipple from slipping off due to vibration during placement or rinsing, and improve the stability of the placed nipple on the storage frame 1 and the nipple holder 2.

[0032] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the lower side of the third frame edge 13 and the lower side of the fourth frame edge 14 respectively form an inclined angle b relative to the horizontal plane a. The angle of the inclined angle b is between 30 degrees and 70 degrees. The triangular stabilizing structure expands the support surface of the bracket body on the cleaning equipment, lowers the center of gravity of the bracket body, and enhances its overall stability. The inclined angle b allows water droplets generated during the operation of the cleaning equipment to flow down the inclined surface formed by the inclined angle b, avoiding water accumulation on the bracket body, accelerating the drying speed of the placed nipples and the bracket body, reducing bacterial growth. The overall inclined structure formed by the inclined angle b makes the nipple placement effectively utilize the space in the height direction, which can effectively reduce the usable area of ​​flat placement, save placement space, and improve space utilization.

[0033] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the protruding cross-sectional shape of the extended protrusion 15 is triangular. The extended protrusion 15 has a first side 151 and a second side 152, and a protrusion angle c is formed between the first side 151 and the second side 152. The angle c ranges from 100 degrees to 150 degrees. The protrusion angle c increases the protruding volume of the extended protrusion in the nipple holder by the first side 151 and the second side 152, so that the third frame 13 or the fourth frame 14 has a larger force volume when supporting the nipple, thereby making the structure of the extended protrusion and the nipple holder more stable. The protrusion angle c forms a curved surface structure on the surface of the third frame 13 or the fourth frame 14, which improves the force-bearing performance of the storage frame 1 and makes it less prone to breakage and damage. The extended protrusion 15 is in close contact with the position where the user's fingers press to lift the holder body, so that the user's fingers can pick up the holder body through the leverage point when disassembling, cleaning or assembling, which is convenient for the user to disassemble and use.

[0034] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the nipple holder 2 has a connecting portion 21 for connecting to the surface of the storage frame 1 and a limiting portion 22 for limiting the placement position of the nipple. The limiting portion 22 has a hollow through structure and extends towards the top of the nipple holder 2. The connecting portion 21 consists of four connecting strips, two on each side, extending and connecting to the surfaces of the third frame edge 13 and the fourth frame edge 14, so that the nipple holder 2 and the storage frame 1 form a stable integrated structure, maintaining the stability and load-bearing capacity of the storage. The limiting part 22 adopts a hollow through-structure, which allows water to effectively pass through the hollow through-structure to thoroughly rinse the nipple during operation, achieving a clean cleaning effect. The hollow through-structure also allows air to circulate fully within the nipple of the limiting part, improving the drying speed of the nipple. The limiting part 22 extends towards the top of the nipple holder, allowing the nipple to be placed upside down on the limiting part 22 when placed, so that water can flow downwards when the cleaning equipment cleans the nipple on the nipple holder, reducing water accumulation after rinsing and accelerating the drying speed.

[0035] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the limiting part 22 includes a plurality of support claws 221 arranged circumferentially around the hollow position and a support ring 222 for connecting the support claws 221. The protruding ends of the support claws 221 are bent toward the hollow position of the limiting part 22. The support ring 222 is fixed to the surface of the third frame edge 13 and the surface of the fourth frame edge 14 through the connecting part 21, forming a stable and integrated structure. The size of the support ring determines the separation position of the support claws, which is suitable for placing most of the nipple models sold on the market. The three support claws 221 shown in the figure surround the center of the support ring 222. The empty positions are distributed in a circular pattern. The three-claw stabilizing structure with intervals ensures that the placed nipples are fixed on the nipple holder 2 when the cleaning equipment is working, preventing them from slipping due to vibration. The extended end of the support claw 221 bends toward the hollow position of the limiting part 22, increasing the contact area between the support ring 222 and the nipple, making the nipple more securely upside down on the nipple holder 2. The bending design of the support claw 221 also prevents the sharp angle of the upright nipple from scratching, abrading or damaging the silicone surface of the nipple, which helps protect the surface of the nipple and ensures the reliability of repeated nipple placement and cleaning by the user.

[0036] The above examples are merely illustrative of the technical content of this utility model to facilitate reader understanding, but do not imply that the implementation of this utility model is limited to these embodiments. Any technical extensions or re-creations made based on this utility model are protected by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A teat support suitable for use with a cleaning apparatus, comprising a support body mountable on a cleaning apparatus, characterised in that: The support body has a hollow through-hole storage frame (1), the hollow position of the storage frame (1) forms a storage cavity (10), and the storage cavity (10) is provided with a number of nipple holders (2) at different heights along the length direction.

2. A teat support suitable for use with a cleaning apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterised in that: The storage frame (1) has a first frame edge (11) and a second frame edge (12) located at both ends of the length direction, and the horizontal position of the first frame edge (11) is higher than the horizontal position of the second frame edge (12).

3. A teat support suitable for use with a cleaning apparatus as claimed in claim 2, wherein: The first frame edge (11) and the second frame edge (12) are connected and enclosed by the third frame edge (13) and the fourth frame edge (14) to form the storage cavity (10). One end of the nipple holder (2) is disposed on the side surface of the third frame edge (13) facing the storage cavity (10), and the other end of the nipple holder (2) is disposed on the side surface of the fourth frame edge (14) facing the storage cavity (10).

4. A teat support for a cleaning apparatus as claimed in claim 3, characterised in that: The third frame edge (13) extends a first support foot (131) toward the bottom of the nipple holder, and the fourth frame edge (14) extends a second support foot (141) toward the bottom of the nipple holder. The lowest point of the first support foot (131), the lowest point of the second support foot (141), and the lowest point of the second frame edge (12) are all located on the same horizontal plane a.

5. A teat support for a cleaning apparatus as claimed in claim 3, wherein: The third frame edge (13) and the fourth frame edge (14) are respectively provided with extended protrusions (15) for enhancing structural stability. A plurality of the extended protrusions (15) are arranged along the length direction of the storage frame (1), and at least one of the nipple holders (2) and the storage frame (1) are located on the surface of the extended protrusions (15).

6. A nipple holder suitable for cleaning equipment as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The lower side of the third frame edge (13) and the lower side of the fourth frame edge (14) form an inclined angle b relative to the horizontal plane a, and the angle b ranges from 30 degrees to 70 degrees.

7. A teat support for a cleaning apparatus as claimed in claim 5, wherein: The protruding cross-section of the extended protrusion (15) is triangular. The extended protrusion (15) has a first side (151) and a second side (152). A protrusion angle c is formed between the first side (151) and the second side (152). The angle c ranges from 100 degrees to 150 degrees.

8. A teat support suitable for use in a cleaning apparatus as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that: The nipple holder (2) has a connecting part (21) for connecting to the surface of the storage frame (1) and a limiting part (22) for limiting the nipple placement position. The limiting part (22) adopts a hollow through structure and extends toward the top of the nipple holder.

9. A teat support for a cleaning apparatus as claimed in claim 8, characterised in that: The limiting part (22) includes a plurality of support claws (221) arranged circumferentially around the hollow position and a support ring (222) for connecting the support claws (221). The protruding end of the support claws (221) is bent toward the hollow position of the limiting part (22).

10. A cleaning apparatus characterized by: Includes the nipple holder as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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