Multi-functional dish rack

Abstract

The utility model discloses a multifunctional bowl and dish rack, including first tray body and with first tray body swing joint's second tray body for the opposite sliding convergence or reverse sliding tension between two tray bodies, first tray body, second tray body's dewatering area is corresponded to be provided with first dewatering frame, second dewatering frame, is used to form first dewatering function area, second dewatering function area correspondingly, and utensil cylinder is detachably installed on first tray body and / or second tray body, is used to form third dewatering function area, the fixed frame of first dewatering frame is clamped on first tray body with horizontal posture, and a plurality of U type adjusting frame is assembled along the direction of layout of the separating strip according to the set interval, and the middle accommodating area is formed between two rows of dewatering lugs of second dewatering frame, and the lateral accommodating area is formed to the outside of any dewatering lug, by this, through switching the overlap or unfolding state between each dewatering function area, the dewatering function design flexibility and space area utilization rate of bowl and dish rack are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household goods technology, and in particular to a multifunctional dish rack. Background Technology

[0002] Dish racks are typically placed directly next to the sink for draining and storage. They mainly consist of a plate and a mesh frame. The mesh design effectively drains water from dishes, preventing water stains and ensuring dryness and hygiene. They are convenient to use, saving time and effort compared to manually wiping dishes. Furthermore, dish racks allow for easy categorization and storage of tableware, saving countertop space and making the kitchen more organized and efficient. Current dish racks generally include a plate, a drain rack, and a dish holder, all mounted on the plate for holding various tableware. To facilitate categorization, different types of drain racks are typically installed on the plate, with different structural designs for different types of tableware.

[0003] However, the existing technology still has the following drawbacks:

[0004] 1. Existing dish racks typically use a fixed installation method for the drain racks on the plates. For example, the structural design of the drain rack and its installation position on the plate are both fixed. As a result, the functional design of the drain area on the plate is not flexible enough, and the usable area of ​​the drain area is also very limited, which causes great inconvenience to users in daily use.

[0005] 2. Existing drain racks usually have a one-piece design for the tray, and a few have two separate trays. However, when folding or extending the two trays, since there are no handles on the trays, users usually have to grab the edges of the trays directly to flip, fold, push, pull, or extend them, which requires a lot of physical strength and is very inconvenient to operate. Utility Model Content

[0006] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a multifunctional dish rack.

[0007] The purpose of this utility model is achieved by the following technical solution: a multifunctional dish rack, including a first plate body and a second plate body, wherein one end of the first plate body and the second plate body are set as a closed end and the other end is set as an open end and are movably connected to each other, for sliding and closing in opposite directions or sliding and stretching in opposite directions.

[0008] The first plate has a first drain rack on its drain area to form a first drain functional area, the second plate has a second drain rack on its drain area to form a second drain functional area, and a cutlery tube can be detachably installed on the first plate and / or the second plate to form a third drain functional area.

[0009] The first drain rack has a fixed frame and several U-shaped adjustment frames. The fixed frame is horizontally mounted on the first tray. Several dividing strips are horizontally arranged on the fixed frame. Several U-shaped adjustment frames are assembled at a set interval along the direction of the dividing strips to adjust the drain area of ​​the first drain functional area.

[0010] The second drain rack has at least two rows of vertically arched drain lugs, a central receiving area is formed between two adjacent rows of drain lugs, and a side receiving area is formed on the outer side of any one of the drain lugs, for dividing the second drain functional area longitudinally and laterally.

[0011] The cutlery tube can be detachably installed inside or outside the first plate and / or the second plate, and the telescopic movement of the first plate and the second plate is used to switch the overlapping or unfolding state between the first draining functional area, the second draining functional area and the third draining functional area.

[0012] Furthermore, the lower end of the U-shaped adjustment frame is provided with a snap connector, the snap connector having a snap interface adapted to snap onto the separator strip, and abutment blocks for fitting against the bottom of the disc body are provided on both sides of the snap interface.

[0013] Furthermore, two adjacent U-shaped adjustment brackets form a first holding area for tableware on the fixed frame, and are engaged with different dividing strips of the fixed frame by the locking connectors of the U-shaped adjustment brackets, thereby adjusting the width of the first holding area.

[0014] Furthermore, the bottom edge of the first disc body is integrally formed with a card seat and a positioning protrusion. The card seat has an upward-facing latch, and the positioning protrusion extends from the bottom edge of the disc to the center of the bottom. The fixing frame has a surrounding strip arranged around the perimeter, and the surrounding strip is fitted and cooperated with the card seat and the positioning protrusion, thereby allowing it to be detachably installed on the first disc body.

[0015] Furthermore, the width of the central accommodating area is 110-160mm, and the central accommodating area and the side accommodating areas are at the same horizontal level.

[0016] Furthermore, two adjacent draining lugs in the same row of the second drain rack form a second holding area for tableware on the second plate body.

[0017] Furthermore, the bottom edge of the second tray is integrally formed with a hook for engaging the edge of the second drain rack.

[0018] Furthermore, the horizontal height of the first drain rack is lower than that of the second drain rack, so that when the first tray and the second tray slide towards each other and retract, the first drain rack is horizontally stored below the second drain rack.

[0019] Furthermore, a support structure is detachably installed on the first plate and / or the second plate. The support structure has a first hanging strip and a second hanging strip that bends and extends toward the plate. When the cutlery tube is suspended by the hook on the first hanging strip, the cutlery tube is arranged outside the plate. When the cutlery tube is suspended by the hook on the second hanging strip, the cutlery tube is arranged inside the plate.

[0020] Furthermore, the closed ends of the first and / or second discs are integrally formed with handles.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0022] (1) The embodiments of this application provide a first plate and a second plate with a telescopic structure, and correspondingly provide a detachable first drain rack and a second drain rack. By quickly attaching and adjusting the U-shaped adjustment rack on the fixed frame of the first drain rack, the user can freely change the partition size of the first drain functional area, breaking the limitations of the fixed design and greatly improving the flexibility of the functional design and the utilization efficiency of the plate drain area; and by forming a multi-partition second drain area by the drain lugs arranged in a matrix on the second drain rack, the space utilization and functionality are further improved; in addition, according to the usage status of the two plates, a cutlery tube can be selectively arranged as a third drain functional area, thereby meeting the user's daily needs for classifying and draining various cutlery such as bowls, plates, cups, chopsticks, knives and forks.

[0023] (2) By integrally forming handles with downward openings at the outer ends (closed ends) of the first and second plates, users can move the entire dish rack by pulling the handles, or use them as a force point during the extension and retraction operation. Without having to flip or move the entire plate, the dish rack can be easily extended and retracted with a light push. The operation is labor-saving and convenient, greatly improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the stretched state of the multifunctional dish rack in a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a top view of the multifunctional dish rack in a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A sectional view cut along the AA direction;

[0027] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of another stretched state of the multifunctional dish rack in a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of point C in the middle;

[0030] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the folded state of the multifunctional dish rack in a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] In the picture:

[0032] 10. First disc body; 101. Card holder; 102. Positioning protrusion;

[0033] 20. Second disc body; 201. Anti-hook component; 21. Handle;

[0034] 30. First drain rack; 301. Fixing frame; 3011. Divider strip; 3012. Enclosing strip; 302. U-shaped adjusting frame; 3021. Clip connector; 3022. Clip interface; 3023. Abutment block; 303. First clip placement area;

[0035] 40. Second drain rack; 401. Drain lug; 402. Central receiving area; 403. Side receiving area; 404. Second locking area;

[0036] 50. Cutlery holder; 501. Hook; 502. Drain tongue;

[0037] 60. Support structure; 601. First hanging bar; 602. Second hanging bar;

[0038] 70. Drainage trough;

[0039] 80. Support leg. Detailed Implementation

[0040] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the various embodiments or technical features described below can be arbitrarily combined to form new embodiments.

[0041] like Figure 1-7As shown, a multi-functional dish rack is used for draining and storing various daily tableware next to the sink. The multi-functional dish rack includes a first plate body 10 and a second plate body 20, which are typically made of food-grade plastic or stainless steel, with one end closed and the other end open. The open ends of the first plate body 10 and the second plate body 20 are movably connected to each other via sliding fasteners or sliding guide mechanisms (not shown in the figure, such as the cooperation of a slide rail and a groove), allowing the second plate body 20 to slide and close relative to the first plate body 10 or slide and stretch in the opposite direction, thereby achieving flexible adjustment of the overall size of the dish rack.

[0042] A first drain rack 30 is provided on the draining area of ​​the first plate 10 to form a first draining functional area mainly for placing flat tableware such as plates and dishes. More specifically, the first drain rack 30 consists of a fixed frame 301 and several U-shaped adjustable frames 302. The fixed frame 301 is horizontally secured to the first plate 10 by its surrounding strips 3012 (the specific securing method is described in a later embodiment). Several parallel dividing strips 3011 are horizontally arranged on the fixed frame 301, and several U-shaped adjustable frames 302 are secured to the required dividing strips 3011 by their lower locking connectors 3021 (the specific structure is described in a later embodiment). That is, the user can manually adjust the spacing between two adjacent U-shaped adjustable frames 302 according to the size and quantity of the tableware placed, along the arrangement direction of the dividing strips 3011, thereby dynamically adjusting the draining area and partition layout of the first draining functional area.

[0043] A second drain rack 40 is provided on the draining area of ​​the second plate 20 to form a second draining functional area mainly for placing tableware with specific shapes such as cups, bowls, and plates. More specifically, the second drain rack 40 has at least two rows of vertically arched drain lugs 401, which are mainly used to place inverted cups. These drain lugs 401 are integrally bent from the second drain rack 40, and the drain lugs 401 are also connected to a base frame, which has side strips around its perimeter and is fastened to the bottom of the second plate 20 through these side strips.

[0044] A central receiving area 402 is formed by an integral recess between two adjacent rows of draining lugs 401, used to accommodate larger plates or bowls. A side receiving area 403 is formed on the outer side of any row of draining lugs 401 (i.e., between the outermost draining lug 401 and the edge of the plate), used to accommodate smaller bowls, cups, saucers, or plates. Through the vertical (row) and horizontal (column) matrix arrangement of the draining lugs 401, a second draining functional area is defined vertically and horizontally, achieving partitioned and isolated placement of tableware, effectively preventing collisions between tableware and improving ventilation and draining efficiency.

[0045] In addition, a cutlery holder 50 is detachably installed on the first plate 10 and / or the second plate 20 (taking the second plate 20 as an example in this embodiment) for holding long-handled cutlery such as chopsticks, spoons, and forks, forming a third draining functional area. A drain tongue 502 is provided on the wall or bottom of the cutlery holder 50, facing the draining area inside the plate, ensuring that water accumulated inside the cutlery holder 50 drips directly into the plate, rather than onto the table, keeping the table surface dry.

[0046] By extending and retracting the first plate 10 and the second plate 20, the overlapping or unfolded states of the first, second, and third draining functional areas can be switched. When the dish rack is extended, the third draining functional area (dish holder 50) can be installed outside the first or second draining functional area as needed. The three functional areas are fully unfolded without interfering with each other, providing maximum draining capacity. When the dish rack is retracted, the first drain rack 30 is stored under the second drain rack 40. At this time, the third draining functional area (dish holder 50) can be installed inside the first or second draining functional area as needed. The functional areas partially overlap, greatly saving space and facilitating storage.

[0047] Thus, in this embodiment of the application, a first tray 10 and a second tray 20 with telescopic structures are provided, and correspondingly, a detachable first drain rack 30 and a second drain rack 40 are provided. By quickly attaching and adjusting the U-shaped adjustment rack 302 on the fixing frame 301 of the first drain rack 30, the user can freely change the size of the first drain functional area, breaking the limitations of the fixed design and greatly improving the flexibility of the functional design and the utilization efficiency of the tray's drain area. Furthermore, by forming a multi-zone second drain area through the matrix arrangement of drain lugs 401 on the second drain rack 40, the space utilization and functionality are further improved. In addition, a cutlery tube 50 can be selectively arranged according to the usage status of the two trays to be used as a third drain functional area, thereby meeting the user's daily needs for classifying and draining various cutlery such as bowls, plates, dishes, cups, chopsticks, knives, and forks.

[0048] This application embodiment further describes the structural optimization of the U-shaped adjustment frame 302. The lower end of the U-shaped adjustment frame 302 is provided with a snap-fit ​​connector 3021. This snap-fit ​​connector 3021 has a downward-opening snap-fit ​​interface 3022 whose shape is adapted to the separator strip 3011, enabling quick snap-fit ​​and disassembly between the lower end of the U-shaped adjustment frame 302 and the separator strip 3011. Furthermore, integrally bent abutment blocks 3023 are formed on both sides of the snap-fit ​​interface 3022. When the U-shaped adjustment frame 302 is snapped onto the separator strip 3011 through the snap-fit ​​interface 3022, the abutment blocks 3023 on both sides will adhere to the bottom of the first tray 10.

[0049] Therefore, through the optimized design of the U-shaped adjustment frame 302, the installation and spacing adjustment of the U-shaped adjustment frame 302 are very convenient and efficient. At the same time, the abutment block 3023 provides stable support, which not only further stabilizes the installation of the U-shaped adjustment frame 302, but also prevents the U-shaped adjustment frame 302 from being excessively deformed or detached from the separator strip 3011 when under pressure, thus ensuring the overall structural stability of the first drain rack 30.

[0050] In use, two adjacent U-shaped adjustable racks 302 naturally form a first holding area 303 for placing tableware (such as plates and dishes) on the fixed frame 301. By adjusting the distance between the U-shaped adjustable racks 302 on the fixed frame, the width of the first holding area 303 can be adjusted accordingly to accommodate tableware of different sizes. The function of the first holding area 303 is clearly defined, making the partitioning function of the first drain rack 30 more practical and intuitive.

[0051] The assembly of the first drain rack 30 is further described. The bottom edge of the first tray body 10 is integrally formed with a mounting base 101 and a positioning protrusion 102 for installing the fixing bracket 301. The mounting base 101 has an upward-facing latch, and the positioning protrusion 102 extends a certain distance from the bottom edge of the tray towards the center. The shape of the enclosing strip 3012 of the fixing bracket 301 matches the edge of the draining area of ​​the first tray body 10. During installation, simply align the enclosing strip 3012 of the fixing bracket 301 with the latch of the mounting base 101 and the position of the positioning protrusion 102, and press it down. This allows the enclosing strip 3012 to engage with the latch and the positioning protrusion 102, thereby quickly and stably detachably installing the entire first drain rack 30 onto the first tray body 10.

[0052] Therefore, by setting a card holder 101 and a positioning protrusion 102 on the first tray body 10, a modular connection between the first drain rack 30 and the first tray body 10 is achieved. Users can easily remove the entire first drain rack 30, which facilitates thorough cleaning of the first tray body 10. This solves the problem of hard-to-clean dead corners in traditional fixed drain racks and improves the hygiene and ease of use of the product.

[0053] In this embodiment, the width W of the central receiving area 402 of the second drain rack 40 is designed to be 110-160mm (e.g., 120, 130, 140, 150mm). This optimized size makes the central receiving area 402 more functionally targeted. This size range is ideal for accommodating commonly used household dishes and plates, ensuring stable placement while providing sufficient clearance for draining and ventilation. Furthermore, the central receiving area 402 and the side receiving areas 403 are at the same horizontal level, creating a flat draining surface for the two areas of the second drain rack 40. This design is simple and easy to clean.

[0054] The draining lugs 401, the central receiving area 402, and the side receiving area 403 of the second drain rack 40 are all integrally molded. In the same row, two adjacent draining lugs 401 form a second holding area 404 on the second plate body 20 for placing small plates, large plates, or sauce dishes, which can not only drain water efficiently, but also achieve fine sorting and placement of tableware.

[0055] In this embodiment of the application, a plurality of anti-hook parts 201 are integrally formed on the bottom edge of the second tray body 20. The second drain rack 40 (especially the edge of its array of drain lugs 401) can be fixed to the anti-hook parts 201 by interlocking with its edge structure, thereby firmly installing the second drain rack 40 on the second tray body 20 and preventing it from shifting during use. The design of the anti-hook parts 201 ensures the stability of the second drain rack 40.

[0056] When assembling and using, the overall horizontal plane of the first drain rack 30 is lower than the height of the drain lug 401 of the second drain rack 40. In this way, when the first plate 10 and the second plate 20 slide towards each other and close, the first drain rack 30 (and the U-shaped adjustment bracket 302 that is detached and laid flat on it) can be stored horizontally and without interference below the second drain rack 40. In particular, when placed below the second plate 20, the low position design of the first drain rack 30 is the key to achieving a smooth and compact closure of the dish rack, directly solving the problems of inconvenient storage and laborious operation, thereby achieving efficient vertical space utilization and greatly reducing the volume in the closed state.

[0057] A perforated post is provided on the bottom of the first plate 10 (or possibly on the second plate 20). Taking the second plate 20 as an example, the post is provided at the bottom and closed end of the second plate 20, and a support structure 60 is detachably installed through the post. The support structure 60 has a horizontally extending first hanging strip 601 and a second hanging strip 602 that bends and extends inward toward the plate. A hook 501 is provided on the wall of the cutlery container 50.

[0058] When the user hangs the hook 501 on the first hanging strip 601, the cutlery holder 50 is placed on the outside of the plate, saving internal space; when hung on the second hanging strip 602, the cutlery holder 50 is placed inside the plate. This design provides more placement options to adapt to different usage scenarios and user habits.

[0059] Handles 21 with downward openings are integrally formed on the outer ends (closed ends) of the first plate body 10 and the second plate body 20, respectively. Users can move the entire dish rack by pulling the handles 21, or use them as a force point during the extension and retraction operation. Without having to flip or move the entire plate body, the dish rack can be easily extended and retracted with a light push. The operation is labor-saving and convenient, greatly improving the user experience.

[0060] In terms of drainage, the bottom of the first tray 10 is designed to gradually slope downwards from both sides towards the center, ultimately guiding the water to the drainage channel 70 at the other end for convenient collection and discharge of accumulated water. The bottom of the second tray 20 is designed to gradually slope downwards towards the first tray 10, so that when in the folded state or used alone, accumulated water can also flow smoothly to the drainage channel 70 of the first tray 10 for unified discharge. The bottom of both ends of the first tray 10 is provided with support feet 80, while the bottom of the second tray 20 is only provided with support feet 80 at the end furthest from the first tray 10. When extended, the end closer to the first tray 10 rests on the edge of the first tray 10, forming stable support.

[0061] Therefore, the support structure 60 and the double suspension method greatly improve the flexibility of the layout of the third drainage functional area.

[0062] The multi-functional dish rack provided in this embodiment is used as follows:

[0063] 1. In use (extended): The user holds the handle 21 of the second dish body 20 and pulls it out of the first dish body 10 until it is fully extended. At this time, the first, second, and third draining functional areas (cutlery tube 50) are fully extended. The user adjusts the U-shaped adjustment bracket 302 on the first drain rack 30 according to the size of the bowls and plates to form a suitable width of placement groove, and then places the bowls and plates into the first placement area 303 or the middle receiving area 402, side receiving area 403, and second placement area 404 of the second drain rack 40. Chopsticks, spoons, etc., are then inserted into the cutlery tube 50.

[0064] 2. During the draining process, water droplets from the tableware fall onto the bottom of the first plate 10 and the second plate 20. Due to the inclined design of the plate bottom, the accumulated water will flow to the drain groove 70 of the first plate 10 and be discharged. The water in the tableware tube 50 drips into the plate body through the drain tongue 502.

[0065] 3. Storage state (folded): After use, empty the dishes. The user holds handle 21 and pushes the second dish 20 towards the first dish 10. Because the first dish rack 30 is lower, it will smoothly slide under the second dish rack 40. Finally, the two dishes completely overlap, minimizing the volume. The user can easily lift the folded dish rack using handle 21 and store it in a cabinet or other storage space.

[0066] Throughout the entire process of using the multi-functional dish rack, users do not need to exert effort to flip or move the heavy, one-piece plates. They can simply push and pull to complete the function conversion and storage, making the operation extremely labor-saving and convenient.

[0067] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A multifunctional dish rack, characterized in that, It includes a first disc and a second disc, with one end of the first disc and the second disc being a closed end and the other end being an open end, and being movably connected to each other for sliding and closing in opposite directions or sliding and stretching in opposite directions. The first plate has a first drain rack on its drain area to form a first drain functional area, the second plate has a second drain rack on its drain area to form a second drain functional area, and a cutlery tube can be detachably installed on the first plate and / or the second plate to form a third drain functional area. The first drain rack has a fixed frame and several U-shaped adjustment frames. The fixed frame is horizontally mounted on the first tray. Several dividing strips are horizontally arranged on the fixed frame. Several U-shaped adjustment frames are assembled at a set interval along the direction of the dividing strips to adjust the drain area of ​​the first drain functional area. The second drain rack has at least two rows of vertically arched drain lugs, a central receiving area is formed between two adjacent rows of drain lugs, and a side receiving area is formed on the outer side of any one of the drain lugs, for dividing the second drain functional area longitudinally and laterally. The cutlery tube can be detachably installed inside or outside the first plate and / or the second plate, and the telescopic movement of the first plate and the second plate is used to switch the overlapping or unfolding state between the first draining functional area, the second draining functional area and the third draining functional area.

2. The multifunctional dish rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the U-shaped adjustment frame is provided with a snap connector, which has a snap interface adapted to snap onto the separator strip, and abutment blocks for fitting against the bottom of the disc are provided on both sides of the snap interface.

3. The multifunctional dish rack as described in claim 2, characterized in that, Two adjacent U-shaped adjustment brackets form a first holding area for tableware on the fixed frame, and the width of the first holding area can be adjusted by the locking connectors of the U-shaped adjustment brackets onto different dividing strips of the fixed frame.

4. The multifunctional dish rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom edge of the first disc body is integrally formed with a card seat and a positioning protrusion. The card seat has an upward-facing latch, and the positioning protrusion extends from the bottom edge of the disc to the center of the bottom. The fixing frame has a surrounding strip arranged around the perimeter, and the surrounding strip is fitted and cooperated with the card seat and the positioning protrusion, so that it can be detachably installed on the first disc body.

5. The multifunctional dish rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The width of the central accommodating area is 110-160mm, and the central accommodating area and the side accommodating areas are at the same horizontal level.

6. The multifunctional dish rack as described in claim 5, characterized in that, Two adjacent draining lugs in the same row of the second drain rack form a second holding area for tableware on the second plate body.

7. The multifunctional dish rack as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The bottom edge of the second tray is integrally formed with a hook for locking the edge of the second drain rack.

8. The multifunctional dish rack as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The first drain rack is lower than the second drain rack in terms of horizontal height, so that when the first tray and the second tray slide towards each other and retract, the first drain rack is horizontally stored below the second drain rack.

9. The multifunctional dish rack as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, A bracket structure is detachably installed on the first plate and / or the second plate. The bracket structure has a first hanging strip and a second hanging strip that bends and extends toward the plate. When the cutlery tube is suspended by the first hanging strip via a hook, the cutlery tube is arranged outside the plate. When the cutlery tube is suspended by the second hanging strip via a hook, the cutlery tube is arranged inside the plate.

10. The multifunctional dish rack as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The closed ends of the first and / or second discs are integrally formed with handles.

Images