Splicing combination type cutlery box

Abstract

This utility model relates to a modular tableware box, including a lunchbox and a lid threaded onto the top of the lunchbox. The lunchbox contains a food compartment assembly with a food tray. The top of the inner wall of the lid has a storage mechanism for placing tableware against the lid, so that the tableware does not shake when the lunchbox is moved. The storage mechanism includes a storage box inside the lid, which has two grooves for storing different tableware. Through the storage mechanism and deformable abutment blocks inside the lid, chopsticks, spoons, and other tableware are precisely abutted and limited, preventing the tableware from colliding and shaking with the inner wall of the lunchbox or other tableware during transport. This reduces noise and the abutment limiting structure reduces friction between tableware and hard impacts with the lunchbox, effectively preventing scratches, coating peeling, and edge chipping on the tableware surface, while protecting the inner wall of the lunchbox.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tableware box technology, specifically a splicing and assembly tableware box. Background Technology

[0002] In outdoor picnics and school lunch scenarios, modular cutlery boxes are becoming an increasingly popular choice due to their ease of disassembly for washing and expansion. However, in existing modular cutlery boxes, cutlery is often placed directly inside the box or in simple storage compartments, lacking a specific fixing structure. When users carry the cutlery box on public transportation, on foot, or in backpacks or suitcases, chopsticks, spoons, and other cutlery will shake violently during movement. This causes repeated collisions and friction with the inner wall of the box and other cutlery, resulting in scratches, broken edges, and even chipped tips. For wooden cutlery, the shaking and collisions can cause it to become fuzzy. For ceramic cutlery, the edges and other fragile parts are easily chipped or broken due to repeated impacts with the inner wall of the box or other cutlery. Therefore, we need to provide a modular cutlery box. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a modular tableware box that uses a storage mechanism and a deformable abutment block inside the lid to precisely abut and limit the movement of tableware such as chopsticks and spoons, thereby preventing the tableware from colliding and shaking with the inner wall of the box or other tableware during transport and solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a modular tableware box, comprising:

[0005] The lunch box and the screw-on lid are installed on the top of the lunch box. The lunch box is equipped with a food compartment assembly. The top of the inner wall of the lid is equipped with a storage mechanism for placing the tableware against the wall so that the tableware does not shake when the lunch box is moved.

[0006] The storage mechanism includes a storage box disposed inside a cover. The storage box has two grooves for storing different tableware. Each groove has a contact block at its top for contacting the tableware. The tops of the two contact blocks are fixedly installed on the inner wall of the cover.

[0007] Preferably, a mounting frame that slides with the storage box is fixedly installed on the top of the inner wall of the cover, and the mounting frame and the storage box are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​connector.

[0008] Preferably, the snap-fit ​​component includes slots formed on both sides of the mounting frame, and deformable side plates are fixedly installed on both sides of the bottom of the storage box. Each of the two side plates has a snap-fit ​​strip integrally formed on the opposite side to engage with the slot.

[0009] Preferably, the outer side of the card strip is arc-shaped and installed on the surface of the side plate, and the bottom of the storage box is provided with a reserved groove for connection with the top of the side plate.

[0010] Preferably, both of the abutment blocks are configured as deformable food-grade rubber blocks.

[0011] Preferably, the two grooves have different depths, with the groove for placing chopsticks being deeper.

[0012] Preferably, the splicing tray assembly includes a tray that is slidably mounted on the top of the lunch box, and arc-shaped support blocks for supporting the tray are fixedly installed on both sides of the inner wall of the lunch box.

[0013] Preferably, a partition is fixedly installed inside the tray, and grooves are opened on both sides of the tray. The top and sides of the grooves are open, and a lever is fixedly installed inside the groove.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] This utility model uses a storage mechanism and a deformable abutment block inside the lid to precisely abut and limit the movement of tableware such as chopsticks and spoons, preventing them from colliding and shaking with the inner wall of the lunch box or other tableware during transport. This reduces noise, and the abutment limiting structure reduces friction between tableware and hard impacts with the lunch box, effectively preventing scratches, coating peeling, and edge chipping on the tableware surface, while protecting the inner wall of the lunch box. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded perspective view of the structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the splicing plate assembly of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the storage mechanism and the snap-fit ​​component of this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Lunch box; 2. Lid; 3. Interlocking tray assembly; 31. Tray; 32. Arc-shaped support block; 4. Storage mechanism; 41. Storage box; 42. Groove; 43. Abutment block; 5. Mounting frame; 6. Snap-fit ​​component; 61. Snap-fit ​​slot; 62. Side panel; 63. Snap-fit ​​strip; 7. Reserved slot; 8. Partition; 9. Slot body; 10. Push block. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0022] Please see Figure 1-4 This utility model provides a technical solution: a modular tableware box, comprising:

[0023] The lunch box 1 and the lid 2 with threads installed on the top of the lunch box 1 are provided. The lunch box 1 is provided with a food partitioning tray assembly 3. The top of the inner wall of the lid 2 is provided with a storage mechanism 4. The storage mechanism 4 is used to place the tableware against the wall so that the tableware does not shake when the lunch box 1 is moved.

[0024] The storage mechanism 4 includes a storage box 41 disposed inside the cover 2. The storage box 41 is provided with two grooves 42 for storing different tableware. The top of each groove 42 is provided with abutting blocks 43 for abutting the tableware. The tops of the two abutting blocks 43 are fixedly installed on the inner wall of the cover 2.

[0025] Specifically, the storage mechanism 4 and the deformable abutment block 43 inside the lid 2 form a precise abutment limit for chopsticks, spoons and other tableware, preventing the tableware from colliding and shaking with the inner wall of the lunch box 1 and other tableware during carrying and moving. This reduces noise, and the abutment limit structure reduces friction between tableware and hard impact with the lunch box 1, effectively preventing scratches on the surface of the tableware, coating peeling and corner damage, while protecting the inner wall of the lunch box 1. The storage box 41 is detachably connected by the snap-fit ​​part 6, making it easy to disassemble and clean, and preventing dirt and grime from accumulating.

[0026] A mounting frame 5 is fixedly installed on the top of the inner wall of the cover 2, which slides with the storage box 41. The mounting frame 5 and the storage box 41 are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​piece 6.

[0027] Furthermore, the mounting frame 5 and the cover 2 can be quickly connected by the snap-fit ​​connector 6, which facilitates the installation and removal of the storage box 41.

[0028] The snap-fit ​​component 6 includes a slot 61 formed on both sides of the mounting frame 5. Deformable side plates 62 are fixedly installed on both sides of the bottom of the storage box 41. Each of the two side plates 62 has a snap-fit ​​strip 63 integrally formed on the opposite side that engages with the slot 61.

[0029] Specifically, the mounting frame 5 is an annular frame that fits the contour of the storage box 41. When the top of the storage box 41 is inserted into the mounting frame 5, the side plate 62 is squeezed by the inner wall of the mounting frame 5 and undergoes elastic deformation, which drives the locking strip 63 to slide along the inclined surface to the position of the locking groove 61. The rebound force of the side plate 62 is used to make the locking strip 63 and the locking groove 61 tightly engage, thereby realizing the quick positioning and fixing of the storage box 41 and the mounting frame 5.

[0030] The outer side of the card strip 63 is arc-shaped and installed on the surface of the side plate 62. The bottom of the storage box 41 is provided with a reserved groove 7 that connects to the top of the side plate 62.

[0031] It is worth noting that the curved surface of the clip 63 allows the mounting frame 5 to press the clip 63, causing the side plate 62 to deform. The reserved groove 7 provides deformation space for the side plate 62, avoiding stress concentration that could lead to breakage when the side plate 62 deforms. At the same time, the curved clip 63 reduces frictional resistance during installation and disassembly, making the storage box 41 easier to install and disassemble. Furthermore, the one-piece molded clip 63 and side plate 62 structure improves the connection strength and extends the service life.

[0032] Both contact blocks 43 are set as deformable food-grade rubber blocks;

[0033] It should be noted that the contact block 43 is made of food-grade silicone. Its bottom has an arc-shaped contact surface that fits the surface of the tableware. The contact block 43 is fixed to the inner wall of the cover 2. When the tableware is placed in the groove 42, the contact block 43 is squeezed by the tableware and undergoes uniform deformation to form a fully enclosed contact limit, which enhances the fixing effect and can also avoid causing pressure marks or damage to the surface of the tableware. At the same time, the food-grade material meets safety standards.

[0034] The two grooves 42 have different depths, with the groove 42 being deeper for placing chopsticks;

[0035] The inner wall of the deeper groove 42 may be provided with anti-slip texture, which works in conjunction with the abutment block 43 to form a double fixation for the chopsticks, preventing the ends of the chopsticks from wobbling due to their long length. The opening of the shallower groove 42 is used for inserting and removing spoons. The grooves 42 of different depths are adapted to the length of the corresponding tableware, which can improve the adaptability and ease of use of the storage mechanism 4.

[0036] The splicing tray assembly 3 includes a tray 31 that is slidably mounted on the top of the lunch box 1, and arc-shaped support blocks 32 for supporting the tray 31 are fixedly installed on both sides of the inner wall of the lunch box 1.

[0037] Specifically, the arc-shaped support block 32 is integrally formed with the inner wall of the lunch box 1 and is made of stainless steel. Its arc-shaped surface fits the bottom of the tray 31, which not only provides stable support for the tray 31, but also reduces the contact area between the tray 31 and the support block, reducing sliding resistance. At the same time, the arc-shaped structure avoids sharp edges and corners, preventing scratches to hands or the inner wall of the lunch box 1 during washing, thus improving safety during use.

[0038] A partition 8 is fixedly installed inside the tray 31. A groove 9 is opened on both sides of the tray 31. The top and sides of the groove 9 are open, and a lever 10 is fixedly installed inside the groove 9.

[0039] Among them, the lever 10 is a sheet-like structure adapted to the trough 9, made of soft food-grade material. Its top is higher than the surface of the tray 31. After inserting a finger into the open trough 9, it can directly touch the lever 10. By lifting the lever 10 upwards, the tray 31 is disengaged from the arc-shaped support block 32, thus solving the problem that the tray 31 is difficult to remove due to being too tightly attached. In addition, there is a heat-insulating gap between the tray 31 and the inner wall of the food container 1. The partition 8 is made of food-grade PS material integrally molded with the tray 31, dividing the tray 31 into at least two independent accommodating cavities to achieve separate storage of food.

[0040] This device features a tray 31 on top of the lunchbox 1, with a divider 8 inside the tray 31 for separating food and dishes. The double-layer design of the lunchbox 1 provides insulation. Arc-shaped protrusions on both sides of the inner wall of the lunchbox 1 support the tray 31 and prevent scratches during cleaning. The tray 31 also has grooves 9 on both sides for easy finger insertion, with a lever 10 fixedly installed inside each groove 9 for easy manual removal. The top and sides of the grooves 9 are open, while the bottom is flat to support the tray 31. A sealing cap 2 is threaded onto the lunchbox 1 for a secure seal. The function is to provide a storage mechanism 4 on the top of the inner wall of the cover 2, which can limit the placement of tableware. Specifically, chopsticks are placed in the deeper groove 42 and spoons are placed in the shallower groove 42. The top of the storage box 41 is inserted into the mounting frame 5. The inner wall of the mounting frame 5 presses the retaining strip 63, which causes the side plate 62 to deform until the retaining strip 63 is inserted into the retaining groove 61, thus fixing the storage box 41 in the mounting frame 5. At the same time, during the installation of the storage box 41, two abutting blocks 43 are located in the two grooves 42 respectively. The abutting blocks 43 are food-grade rubber blocks. When they come into contact with the spoon or chopsticks, they deform and abut against the tableware, preventing the tableware from sliding.

[0041] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A modular tableware box, characterized in that, include: The lunch box (1) and the lid (2) with threads installed on the top of the lunch box (1) are provided. The lunch box (1) is provided with a food partitioning tray assembly (3). The top of the inner wall of the lid (2) is provided with a storage mechanism (4). The storage mechanism (4) is used to place the tableware against the wall so that the tableware does not shake when the lunch box (1) is moved. The storage mechanism (4) includes a storage box (41) set inside the cover (2). The storage box (41) has two grooves (42) for storing different tableware. The top of each groove (42) is provided with a contact block (43) for contacting the tableware. The tops of the two contact blocks (43) are fixedly installed on the inner wall of the cover (2).

2. The modular tableware box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the inner wall of the cover (2) is fixedly installed with a mounting frame (5) that slides with the storage box (41). The mounting frame (5) and the storage box (41) are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​(6).

3. A modular tableware box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The snap-fit ​​component (6) includes a slot (61) on both sides of the mounting frame (5). Deformable side plates (62) are fixedly installed on both sides of the bottom of the storage box (41). The two side plates (62) are integrally formed with a snap-fit ​​strip (63) that engages with the slot (61) on opposite sides.

4. A modular tableware box according to claim 3, characterized in that: The outer side of the card strip (63) is arc-shaped and installed on the surface of the side plate (62). The bottom of the storage box (41) is provided with a reserved groove (7) that connects to the top of the side plate (62).

5. A modular tableware box according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both of the aforementioned abutment blocks (43) are configured as deformable food-grade rubber blocks.

6. A modular tableware box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two grooves (42) have different depths, with the groove (42) for placing chopsticks being deeper.

7. A modular tableware box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The splicing tray assembly (3) includes a tray (31) that is slidably mounted on the top of the lunch box (1), and arc-shaped support blocks (32) for supporting the tray (31) are fixedly installed on both sides of the inner wall of the lunch box (1).

8. A modular tableware box according to claim 7, characterized in that: A partition (8) is fixedly installed inside the tray (31). A groove (9) is provided on both sides of the tray (31). The top and sides of the groove (9) are open, and a lever (10) is fixedly installed inside the groove (9).

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