Cleaning attachment and cleaning kit for a container

Abstract

The utility model relates to a cleaning accessory and cleaning kit for a container. In particular, the utility model relates to a cleaning accessory for a container, wherein the cleaning accessory comprises a cleaning portion and a connecting portion; the cleaning portion comprises a plurality of bristles and a sponge; the connecting portion is configured to form a secure connection between the cleaning accessory and the container together with a complementary formed connecting portion of the container; and the cleaning accessory has a cavity configured to allow the transfer of liquid from the container to the cleaning portion, wherein all components of the cleaning accessory are made of the same material. The utility model also relates to a cleaning kit comprising a cleaning accessory and a container. The cleaning accessory for a container and the cleaning kit comprising the cleaning accessory and the container of the utility model have increased recyclability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a cleaning attachment for containers. This utility model also relates to a cleaning kit comprising the cleaning attachment and a container. Background Technology

[0002] Carpet brushes are specialized cleaning tools developed for the thorough care and cleaning of carpets. Their construction varies depending on the model and intended use, but they generally consist of a handle or housing, a brush roller or fixed bristles, and a mechanism for moving the bristles. Manual carpet brushes typically have a simple construction with a sturdy handle and fixed or removable bristles made of plastic or natural fibers. Electric models have a rotating brush roller that is driven to remove deep-seated dirt.

[0003] Carpet brushes range in use from simply brushing away dust and hair to deep cleaning using special cleaning agents or steam functions. Manual brushes are ideal for smaller areas or removing pet hair, while motorized variants, often used as carpet sweepers or as attachments to vacuum cleaners, allow for deeper cleaning. Special carpet shampoo brushes also support wet cleaning by incorporating cleaning agents while simultaneously loosening the carpet. Choosing the right carpet brush depends on the type of carpet and the desired cleaning results.

[0004] Carpet brushes with integrated cleaning agent bottles are known from the prior art. Their construction combines brush units with a container for cleaning agents, allowing the cleaning agent to be applied to the area to be cleaned in a targeted manner. Carpet brushes with integrated cleaning agent bottles are known from the prior art, wherein the carpet brush is made of different plastics, and the cleaning agent bottle is also made of at least one other plastic material.

[0005] Recycling products composed of multiple different plastics presents several drawbacks. Different plastics must be sorted before recycling because they are often incompatible. This is time-consuming and requires specialized methods. If different plastics are recycled in a mixed manner, they cannot be fully combined, which impairs the mechanical properties of the new material. Sorting, cleaning, and recycling require additional resources, making recycling costly. Because separation is complex and often uneconomical, many such products end up in incinerators or landfills despite theoretical recyclability. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this utility model

[0007] Therefore, based on the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a cleaning accessory for a container and a cleaning kit including the cleaning accessory and the container, which overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art.

[0008] Specifically, the purpose of this invention is to provide a cleaning attachment for containers and a cleaning kit including the cleaning attachment and the container, which has increased recyclability. Furthermore, the purpose of this invention is to provide a cleaning attachment for containers and a cleaning kit including the cleaning attachment and the container, which enables simple refilling of the container. Finally, the purpose of this invention is to provide a cleaning attachment for containers and a cleaning kit including the cleaning attachment and the container, which enables the cleaning agent to be evenly distributed on the carpet fibers.

[0009] Technical solution

[0010] This objective is achieved by the technical solution of the present invention.

[0011] This objective is achieved in particular by a cleaning accessory for containers, wherein

[0012] -The cleaning accessory includes a cleaning part and a connecting part; -The cleaning section includes multiple brush bristles and a sponge; - The connecting portion is configured to form a robust connection between the cleaning accessory and the container together with a complementary connecting portion formed with the container; and - The cleaning attachment has a cavity configured to allow liquid to be transferred from the container to the cleaning section; - Characterized by the fact that all parts of the cleaning accessory are made of the same material.

[0013] Furthermore, this objective is achieved specifically by a cleaning kit comprising the cleaning accessories and container as described above, wherein

[0014] - The container has complementary connecting portions, which are configured to form a strong connection with the connecting portion of the cleaning accessory; - The complementary connection portion includes an opening configured to allow liquid to be transferred from the container to the cleaning attachment; and - Both the cleaning accessory and the container are made of the same material.

[0015] Technical effect

[0016] The cleaning attachments and cleaning kits according to this invention are characterized by increased recyclability. Furthermore, specific embodiments of the cleaning kit enable simple refilling of the container contained within it. Other specific embodiments enable the uniform distribution of cleaning agent, for example, on carpet fibers. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A perspective view of a cleaning attachment according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0018] Figure 2 A perspective view of a cleaning kit according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0019] Figure 3 A side view of a portion of a cleaning kit according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0020] Figure 4 A perspective view is shown of a seal that may be included in a cleaning kit according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The terms and words used in this specification should not be construed as limited to their common or dictionary definitions. Rather, based on the fact that the inventor can appropriately define the concepts of the terms in order to best describe the principles of this utility model, the terms and words used should be interpreted within the meaning and concept that conforms to the technical spirit of this disclosure.

[0022] Unless otherwise limited, the detailed description of defining or specifying elements applies to all utility models and is not limited to the description of a particular utility model. That is, even without separate disclosure, this disclosure relates to combinations of embodiments.

[0023] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the invention. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include plural indicators. It should be understood that terms such as “comprising” or “having” as used herein are intended to indicate the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof, but are not intended to exclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof. The term “comprising” explicitly includes the meanings of “substantially comprising” and “consisting of,” even if no corresponding necessary limitation is made.

[0024] As used herein, the term "substantially comprises" means "comprises at least 70%", preferably "comprises at least 80%", and most preferably "comprises at least 90%". When referring to the amount of a component in a mixture of materials, % means weight % (wt.%) based on the total weight of the respective mixture. For example, a material substantially comprising a polymer includes at least 70 wt.% of the polymer based on the total weight of the respective material.

[0025] As used in this article, “A and / or B” means “A and B or A or B”.

[0026] Cleaning accessories

[0027] According to a first aspect, this utility model relates to a cleaning attachment for a container. The cleaning attachment includes a cleaning part and a connecting part.

[0028] The cleaning section includes multiple bristles and a sponge. The multiple bristles and the sponge are arranged on a portion of the surface of the cleaning section.

[0029] In the context of this invention, the term "sponge" refers to a porous material having an open-cell or closed-cell structure, suitable for receiving and / or distributing liquids, and from a technical point of view, it can also be understood as foam (foam-like structure).

[0030] Specifically, the cleaning component may be specified as a planar body, with the plurality of bristles and sponges arranged on the surface of the planar body. Preferably, the plurality of bristles and sponges are arranged on the surface of the planar body facing away from the connecting portion. In this case, the term "facing away from" does not simply mean that the surface of the planar body facing away from the connecting portion is arranged at a 90° angle relative to the connecting axis extending from the connecting portion to the surface. Rather, the angle may be specified to be less than 90°, i.e., the surface of the connecting portion with the plurality of bristles and sponges has an inclination. As a result, easier handling of the cleaning attachments can be achieved. The term "planar" may refer to the planar construction of the surface. Similarly, concave, convex, wavy, etc., constructions of the surface may be specified.

[0031] The planar body has at least one opening that allows liquid to transfer from the connecting portion to the cleaning portion, particularly allowing liquid to be delivered to the sponge. It can be specified that the planar body has multiple openings (holes). Through these holes, liquid (e.g., cleaning liquid) can reach the sponge and / or the multiple bristles from the cleaning attachment through the connecting portion (e.g., after attaching the cleaning attachment to a container containing liquid), particularly reaching the sponge, thereby wetting (moistening) the sponge, and thus preferably generating foam in and on the sponge, thereby allowing the cleaning attachment to be used to clean surfaces, particularly surfaces with multiple fibers, such as carpets. Therefore, it can be specified that the sponge is arranged at at least one opening in the planar body. As a result, optimal cleaning results can be achieved.

[0032] It can be specified that the multiple bristles are formed into multiple individual bristle bundles. As a result, the stability of the brush portion formed by the multiple bristles can be increased, and the cleaning effect can be improved.

[0033] Furthermore, the plurality of bristles can be specified to surround the sponge, i.e., arranged to encircle the sponge. In other words, the sponge can be specified to be centrally arranged on the planar body of the cleaning part, and the plurality of bristles (preferably in the form of bristle bundles) arranged to surround the sponge. In particular, in this arrangement, it is preferred that the sponge is arranged above at least one opening of the planar body, so that liquid (e.g., cleaning liquid) reaches the sponge from the cleaning attachment through the connecting part (e.g., after the cleaning attachment is connected to a container containing liquid). As a result, the liquid (cleaning liquid) can be applied to the surface to be cleaned with optional foam formation by the wet or damp sponge, especially surfaces with multiple fibers, such as carpets. Subsequently and / or simultaneously, mechanical cleaning is performed on the surface to be cleaned, particularly by means of the plurality of bristles surrounding the sponge. As a result, a particularly thorough cleaning of the surface can be achieved. Furthermore, a particularly uniform distribution of the cleaning agent on the surface can be achieved.

[0034] Furthermore, it can be specified that the plurality of bristles includes a first type of bristle and a second type of bristle, wherein the first type of bristle and the second type of bristle differ from each other in at least one characteristic, preferably in length and / or elasticity. Improved cleaning results can be achieved due to the different characteristics of the first type of bristles on one side and the second type of bristles on the other. For example, longer and / or stiffer (less elastic) bristles can ensure better removal of coarse impurities from the surface to be cleaned, while shorter and / or softer (more elastic) bristles are used to remove finer and deeper impurities simultaneously. For example, it can be specified that the first type of bristles are longer and / or stiffer than the second type of bristles, and the first type of bristles surround the second type of bristles, i.e., for example, the second type of bristles form an inner ring around the sponge, while the first type of bristles form an outer ring surrounding the inner ring. In particular, optimal cleaning results can be achieved in this arrangement.

[0035] In addition to the cleaning portion, the cleaning accessory also includes a connecting portion. The connecting portion is configured to work together with a complementary connecting portion of the container to ensure a secure connection between the cleaning accessory and the container, wherein the cleaning accessory will be attached to the container. For example, the connecting portion may have internal threads, while the container's connecting portion may have external threads, wherein the internal and external threads are complementary to each other. Alternatively, the complementary connecting portions may be configured to create a snap-fit ​​connection. Alternative connection forms known from the prior art may also be provided.

[0036] The cleaning attachment has a cavity configured to allow liquid to transfer from a container to a cleaning section. It may be specified that the cleaning attachment is hollow and includes at least two openings, specifically a first opening as part of a connecting section and a second opening as part of the cleaning section, particularly allowing direct contact with the sponge. In this arrangement, liquid (e.g., a cleaning liquid) can enter the cavity of the cleaning attachment through the first opening and from there reach the second opening. The liquid flowing out through the second opening preferably wets, moistens, etc., the sponge disposed there, and preferably forms foam.

[0037] All components of the cleaning attachment, i.e., the entire body of the cleaning attachment and the bristles and sponge applied to it, are made of the same material. Here, it can be specified that the material used to make all components of the cleaning attachment (i.e., the "same material") is a recyclable polymer. In the sense of this disclosure, the term "same material" can refer to a polymer, particularly a recyclable polymer, which is made of the same monomer units but differs in other properties, particularly molecular weight. In other words, for example, weight-average molecular weight M... w Polyethylene with a weight average molecular weight of 100,000 and a weight average molecular weight M w Polyethylene of 1,000,000 is "the same material". Increased recyclability is achieved by using the same material for all parts of the cleaning accessories. In particular, more than 99% of the used material can be recycled.

[0038] The recyclable polymer can be selected from the group consisting of the following materials: polyolefins, preferably polyethylene, especially HDPE and LDPE, or polypropylene; polyamides, especially polyamide-6; polyurethanes; and polyethylene terephthalate.

[0039] It can be stipulated that the density of recyclable polymers is less than 1 g / cm³. 3 .

[0040] It can be specified that the recyclable polymer is a polyolefin. It can be specified that the recyclable polymer is polyethylene or polypropylene. It can be specified that the recyclable polymer is polypropylene. It can be specified that the recyclable polymer is polyethylene. In particular, in this case, significantly more than 99% of the used material can be recycled.

[0041] It can be stipulated that recyclable polymers have a density of less than 1 g / cm³. 3 Polyethylene, in particular, may be selected from the group consisting of: Low-density polyethylene (LDPE): density approximately 0.91-0.94 g / cm³ 3 Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE): density approximately 0.91-0.94 g / cm³ 3 High-density polyethylene (HDPE): density approximately 0.94-0.97 g / cm³ 3 Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE): density approximately 0.93-0.98 g / cm³ 3 .

[0042] Cleaning kit

[0043] According to a second aspect, this invention relates to a cleaning kit, i.e., a set of different cleaning tools, and preferably to a cleaning agent. The cleaning kit includes at least the cleaning attachments and container described in detail above. All other parts of the cleaning kit that are not consumed during their use (i.e., those consumed during their use, particularly the cleaning liquid that can be contained in the container) are made of the same material. Increased recyclability is achieved by using the same material for all parts of the cleaning kit. In particular, over 99% of the used material can be recycled, especially if the material is polyethylene.

[0044] The container has complementary connecting portions configured to form a secure connection with the connecting portion of the cleaning attachment. For example, the connecting portion of the cleaning attachment may have internal threads, while the connecting portion of the container may have external threads, wherein the internal and external threads are complementary. Alternatively, the complementary connecting portions may be configured to create a snap-fit ​​connection. Alternative connection forms known from the prior art may also be provided.

[0045] The complementary connection portion of the container includes an opening configured to allow liquid to be transferred from the container to a cleaning attachment. For example, the complementary connection portion of the container including the opening could be a helical closure opening.

[0046] The container can be a bottle, can, jar, flat container, bag, tube, etc. The container is preferably a bottle. Preferably, the container has an internal volume selected from the group consisting of 50 ml to 2 l, 100 ml to 1.5 l, 250 ml to 1 l, and 500 ml to 750 ml.

[0047] In one embodiment, the cleaning kit also includes a seal.

[0048] In this configuration, the seal is positioned within the opening of the complementary connection portion of the container and completely seals the opening. The seal can be securely but removably positioned within the opening. If the seal is removably positioned within the opening, it can be considered a plug. For example, the seal can have a sealing flange that can snap-fit ​​into a complementary bulge in the complementary connection portion of the container. As a result, the seal is ensured to securely seal the container opening sufficiently to prevent leakage of the liquid contained within the container, for example, during transport, while simultaneously allowing the seal to be removed without disproportionate effort or damage to the container, so that the container can be refilled after the liquid contained within it has been consumed. Consequently, environmentally friendly reusability of the container, as a component of a cleaning kit, is achieved.

[0049] The seal is preferably made of the same material as the cleaning accessories and container.

[0050] The seal has a conical point configured such that mechanical breaching of the point allows liquid to transfer from the container through the breach. The conical point is made of the same material as the rest of the seal, but with a reduced wall thickness. In this case, the wall thickness (conical shape) is set during the seal's production so that the end consumer can easily penetrate the conical point without special tools, using only readily available devices such as needles or pins, thus creating an opening through which the liquid contained in the container can exit. In this way, it is ensured that the liquid contained in the container remains reliably sealed within the container during the transport of the cleaning kit to the end consumer, and that the liquid is only exposed to the environment shortly before use. Consequently, liquid contamination is also avoided.

[0051] It can also be specified that the cleaning kit includes a liquid contained in a container. The liquid can be a cleaning liquid, such as a liquid carpet cleaner. Those skilled in the art know of corresponding cleaning liquids, particularly liquid carpet cleaners, from the prior art.

[0052] Detailed description of this utility model

[0053] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The above description is for illustrative purposes only. Those skilled in the art will recognize that not all features mentioned in the exemplary embodiments are essential for implementing the present invention. Conversely, those skilled in the art will recognize that, optionally, the various features shown in the figures and those listed in the general description of the present invention may also contribute to implementing the present invention.

[0054] Figure 1A perspective view of a cleaning attachment 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. The cleaning attachment 1 includes a cleaning portion 2 and a connecting portion 3. The cleaning portion 2 is equipped with a plurality of bristles 4a and 4b and a sponge 5. These components are arranged on a surface of a planar body 6 facing away from the connecting portion 3. The planar body 6 has at least one opening (not shown) to allow liquid to transfer from the connecting portion 3 to the cleaning portion 2. The connecting portion 3 is configured (not shown) to form a secure connection with a complementary connecting portion of a container.

[0055] exist Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the plurality of bristles 4a and 4b consist of a first type of bristle 4a and a second type of bristle 4b. The plurality of bristles 4a and 4b are formed into a plurality of individual bristle bundles. The plurality of bristles 4a and 4b are arranged around the sponge 5, that is, surrounding the sponge 5.

[0056] Figure 2 A perspective view of a cleaning kit according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. The cleaning kit includes a cleaning attachment 1 and a container 7. In the illustrated embodiment, the container 7 is a bottle. The container 7 is securely connected to the cleaning attachment 1 via a connection between a complementary connecting portion (not shown) and a connecting portion of the cleaning attachment 1.

[0057] Figure 3 A side view of a portion of a cleaning kit according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. The figure illustrates the arrangement of the cleaning attachment 1 connected to the container 7. The connecting portion 3 of the cleaning attachment 1 connects to a complementary connecting portion 8 of the container 7. An opening 10 in the container 7 allows liquid to be transferred to the cleaning portion of the cleaning attachment to ensure effective cleaning. The connecting portion 3 has internal threads. The connecting portion 8 has complementary external threads. A seal 9 with a tapered point 11 is arranged in the opening 10.

[0058] Figure 4 A perspective view of a seal 9 that may be included in a cleaning kit according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. The seal 9 is made of the same material as the cleaning accessory and container. It has a conical point 11, which is configured such that mechanical breakthrough of the conical point 11 allows liquid to be transferred from the container through the mechanically broken conical point 11.

[0059] The detailed description of the accompanying drawings is intended to illustrate the functions and advantages of this invention and to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical features and specific embodiments.

Claims

1. A cleaning accessory (1) for a container (7), wherein - The cleaning accessory (1) includes a cleaning part (2) and a connecting part; - The cleaning part (2) includes multiple bristles (4a, 4b) and a sponge (5); - The connecting portion is configured to form a strong connection between the cleaning attachment (1) and the container (7) together with a complementary connecting portion of the container (7); and - The cleaning attachment (1) has a cavity configured to allow liquid to be transferred from the container (7) to the cleaning part (2); -Characteristics, All parts of the cleaning accessory (1) are made of the same material.

2. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material is a recyclable polymer.

3. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The recyclable polymer is selected from the group consisting of the following materials: Polyolefins; Polyamide; Polyurethane; and Polyethylene terephthalate.

4. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The density of the recyclable polymer is less than 1 g / cm³. 3 .

5. The cleaning accessory (1) according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that, The recyclable polymer is a polyolefin.

6. The cleaning accessory (1) according to any one of claims 2 to 4, characterized in that, The recyclable polymer is polyethylene.

7. The cleaning accessory (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that - The cleaning part (2) includes a planar body (6). - The plurality of bristles (4a, 4b) and the sponge (5) are arranged on the surface of the planar body (6) facing away from the connecting portion; and - The planar body (6) has at least one opening that allows liquid to be transferred from the connecting part to the cleaning part (2).

8. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The sponge (5) is arranged above at least one opening of the planar body (6).

9. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The multiple bristles (4a, 4b) are formed into multiple individual bristle bundles.

10. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The plurality of bristles (4a, 4b) surround the sponge (5).

11. The cleaning accessory (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The plurality of bristles (4a, 4b) include a first type of bristle (4a) and a second type of bristle (4b), wherein the first type of bristle (4a) and the second type of bristle (4b) are different from each other in at least one characteristic.

12. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The recyclable polymer is HDPE or LDPE.

13. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The recyclable polymer is polypropylene.

14. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The recyclable polymer is polyamide-6.

15. The cleaning accessory (1) according to claim 11, characterized in that, The first type of bristles (4a) and the second type of bristles (4b) differ in length and / or elasticity.

16. A cleaning kit, characterized in that... Includes the cleaning accessory (1) and container (7) according to any one of claims 1 to 15, wherein - The container (7) has a complementary connection portion, which is configured to form a strong connection with the connection portion of the cleaning accessory (1); - The complementary connection portion includes an opening (10) configured to allow liquid to be transferred from the container (7) to the cleaning attachment (1); and - The cleaning accessory (1) and the container (7) are made of the same material.

17. The cleaning kit according to claim 16, characterized in that, The cleaning kit also includes a seal (9), wherein - The seal (9) is arranged in the opening (10) of the complementary connection portion and completely closes the opening (10). - The seal (9) is made of the same material as the cleaning accessory (1) and the container (7); and - The seal (9) has a conical point (11) configured such that mechanical breakthrough of the conical point (11) allows liquid to be transferred from the container (7) through the mechanically broken conical point (11).

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