A planting tray

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of planting trays, it is related to planting equipment field, comprising: at least one splicing tray and drainage tray, splicing tray is connected between head and tail, and drainage tray is connected with one end along length direction in one of splicing tray, drainage tray is equipped with drainage port;Splicing tray includes tray board and the side wall extending upwards from tray board edge;Tray board inner surface is equipped with several arc-shaped support surfaces extending along width direction, and multiple drainage grooves are equipped on tray board and drainage groove is interconnected;First splicing interface is equipped in both ends of tray board along length direction, different tray board is connected by first splicing interface interworking, and both ends of drainage tray are equipped with the second splicing interface of standardized design, and the second splicing interface is used to with one end of one of splicing tray first splicing interface interworking.The utility model can extend to required length according to the specific length of cultivation bed, planting frame by user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of planting equipment, specifically to a planting tray. Background Technology

[0002] In modern facility agriculture, especially in high-efficiency planting models such as plant factories and multi-layer vertical cultivation, planting containers are one of the core infrastructures. Traditional planting containers, such as fixed-size plastic planting pots and troughs, have problems such as algae growth, poor drainage, and unsanitary corners in practical applications. Moreover, the fixed size leads to poor flexibility, as users cannot flexibly adjust them according to the actual size of the cultivation space (such as planting racks of a specific length, windowsills, balconies).

[0003] Therefore, a new type of planting device is needed to solve the above-mentioned problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, this utility model provides a planting tray to solve the problems of algae growth, poor drainage, and unsanitary corners that exist in fixed-size plastic planting pots and troughs in practical applications.

[0005] According to a first aspect, this utility model provides a planting tray, the planting tray comprising: At least one splicing pallet and a drainage pallet, the splicing pallets are connected end to end, and a drainage pallet is connected to one end of one of the splicing pallets along the length direction, the drainage pallet being provided with a drainage outlet; The splicing tray is a trough-shaped structure extending along its length. The splicing tray includes a tray plate and side walls extending upward from the edge of the tray plate. The tray plate and the side walls together form a accommodating space for accommodating planting substrate and / or nutrient solution. The inner surface of the pallet is provided with several arc-shaped support surfaces extending along the width direction. Adjacent arc-shaped support surfaces are connected by drainage grooves recessed in the inner surface of the pallet. The pallet is provided with multiple drainage grooves that are interconnected. The pallet has a first splicing interface at both ends along its length. Different pallets are connected to each other through the first splicing interface. The drainage pallet has a standardized second splicing interface at both ends. The second splicing interface is used to cooperate with the first splicing interface at one end of one of the splicing pallets.

[0006] In conjunction with the first aspect, in the first embodiment of the first aspect, the drainage tray is provided with a drainage surface, the drainage outlets are all provided on the drainage surface, and the drainage grooves are all connected to the drainage surface provided on the drainage tray.

[0007] In conjunction with the first aspect, in the second embodiment of the first aspect, each of the drain outlets is provided with a drain pipe, which protrudes downward from the drain surface.

[0008] In conjunction with the first aspect, in the third embodiment of the first aspect, the cross-section of the drainage channel is configured as V-shaped or U-shaped.

[0009] In conjunction with the first aspect, in the fourth embodiment of the first aspect, the upper edge of the sidewall is folded outward to form a stacked edge.

[0010] In conjunction with the first aspect, in the fifth embodiment of the first aspect, the pallet plate is provided with an integrally formed pallet reinforcing rib.

[0011] In conjunction with the first aspect, in the sixth embodiment of the first aspect, the inner and outer surfaces of the sidewall are provided with a plurality of tray reinforcing ribs.

[0012] In conjunction with the first aspect, in the seventh embodiment of the first aspect, the planting tray further includes a tray cover, which corresponds to the opening in the accommodating space and has a plurality of planting holes.

[0013] In conjunction with the seventh embodiment of the first aspect, in the eighth embodiment of the first aspect, the tray cover is provided with a plurality of cover plate reinforcing ribs.

[0014] In conjunction with the seventh embodiment of the first aspect, in the ninth embodiment of the first aspect, the splicing tray and the tray cover are made of a composite material with added light-blocking agent.

[0015] The planting tray of this utility model: By incorporating interlocking trays, drainage trays, and optional tray covers, light is effectively blocked from entering the planting area, cutting off the energy source for algae photosynthesis at its source. This significantly reduces or even completely eliminates algae growth, maintaining clean nutrient solution and healthy roots. The core interlocking and drainage trays are made of high-molecular composite materials with UV resistance, chemical corrosion resistance, and added high-efficiency light-blocking agents. This allows the planting trays to withstand moisture, fertilizer corrosion, and outdoor sunlight for extended periods, greatly slowing down material aging and embrittlement, and extending the overall lifespan. The curved support surface allows liquids such as nutrient solution to pass through easily. Unable to remain on the tray, the water naturally flows to the drainage channels on both sides, avoiding the drawback of water accumulation in flat designs. Through the first and second splicing interfaces, users can extend the planting tray to the required length according to the specific length of the cultivation bed or planting rack, perfectly matching the space and maximizing the use of the planting area. This avoids space waste or unsightly splicing caused by mismatched sizes. The standardized first and second splicing interfaces also ensure convenient reconnection and the structural strength and sealing of the joints, making the spliced ​​planting tray perform no differently from a one-piece molded tray. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] in: Figure 1 A side view of the planting tray provided by this utility model is shown; Figure 2 One of the structural schematic diagrams of the planting tray provided by this utility model is shown; Figure 3 A top view of the planting tray provided by this utility model is shown; Figure 4 The second schematic diagram of the structure of the planting tray provided by this utility model is shown; Figure 5 This invention provides a schematic diagram showing the structure of a planting tray with two interlocking trays in a mating configuration. Figure 6 This invention provides a schematic diagram of the structure of a planting tray with two spliced ​​trays separated in the present invention. Figure 7 This invention provides a schematic diagram of the structure of the tray cover in the planting tray. Figure 8 This diagram shows the structure of the planting tray provided by this invention, in which the tray cover and the spliced ​​tray are in a mating state.

[0018] In the diagram: 10-Splicing tray; 11-Tray plate; 12-Side wall; 13-Drainage groove; 14-Tray reinforcing rib; 15-First splicing interface; 20-Drainage tray; 21-Drainage outlet; 22-Drainage surface; 23-Drainage pipe; 24-Second splicing interface; 30-Tray cover; 31-Planting hole; 32-Cover plate reinforcing rib. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0020] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0021] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0022] In modern facility agriculture, especially in high-efficiency planting models such as plant factories and multi-layer vertical cultivation, planting containers are one of the core infrastructures. Traditional planting containers, such as fixed-size plastic planting pots and troughs, have some problems in practical applications, such as: Light can penetrate the container walls or enter the water or moist substrate inside the container through the planting holes, leading to excessive algae growth. This algae can also clog irrigation pipes. Traditional tray drainage designs are often simple, such as having only a single bottom drain hole. This structure easily leads to incomplete drainage, creating waterlogged areas or stagnant corners at the bottom of the tray. Residual dirt can also crystallize and accumulate in low-lying areas, making it difficult to clean and potentially altering local osmotic pressure, damaging the roots. Furthermore, the fixed-size design prevents users from flexibly adjusting it to the actual dimensions of their growing space (such as a specific length of planting rack, windowsill, or balcony).

[0023] In conclusion, a new type of planting device is needed to solve the aforementioned problems.

[0024] To address the aforementioned issues, a planting tray is provided in this specification. For example... Figures 1 to 8 As shown, the planting tray includes: At least one splicing tray 10 and a drainage tray 20 are provided, the splicing trays 10 are connected end to end, and a drainage tray 20 is connected to one end of one of the splicing trays 10 along the length direction, and the drainage tray 20 is provided with a drainage outlet 21.

[0025] In this embodiment, the splicing tray 10 is made of a high-molecular composite material with added high-efficiency light-blocking agents (such as carbon black, titanium dioxide, etc.) through a one-time injection molding process. This material not only has good physical light-blocking properties, preventing most visible light from penetrating into the water inside the tray, thereby inhibiting algal photosynthesis from the source, but also has excellent resistance to ultraviolet aging, chemical corrosion, high impact resistance and wear resistance.

[0026] Specifically, the splicing tray 10 is a tray module that can be continuously extended. The splicing tray 10 is a trough-shaped structure that extends along its length. The splicing tray 10 has a tray plate 11 and a side wall 12 extending upward from the edge of the tray plate 11. The tray plate 11 and the side wall 12 together form a receiving space for accommodating planting substrate and / or nutrient solution.

[0027] The inner surface of the pallet 11 is provided with several arc-shaped support surfaces extending along the width direction. That is, the inner surface of the pallet 11 is not set as a plane, but is a continuous, smoothly transitioning convex arc surface. Adjacent arc-shaped support surfaces are connected by drainage grooves 13 recessed in the inner surface of the pallet 11. The pallet 11 has multiple drainage grooves 13, and the drainage grooves 13 are interconnected. This gives the arc-shaped support surfaces multiple functions: First, its arc structure is similar to the principle of an arch bridge, which can effectively disperse the pressure of the upper substrate and improve the bending and deformation resistance of the pallet 11; Second, the arc-shaped support surfaces prevent liquids such as nutrient solution from stagnating on the pallet 11, and they will naturally flow to the drainage grooves 13 on both sides, avoiding the defect of water accumulation pits that are easy to form in flat designs.

[0028] In this embodiment, the pallet plate 11 is provided with an integrally formed pallet reinforcing rib 14, which can significantly increase the overall structural rigidity and impact resistance of the spliced ​​pallet 10.

[0029] In this embodiment, the inner and outer surfaces of the sidewall 12 may also be provided with a number of longitudinal and / or transverse tray reinforcing ribs to further enhance the compressive and torsional resistance of the sidewall 12.

[0030] More specifically, all drainage channels 12 are connected along the length of the tray plate 11 to form a drainage channel on the tray plate 11, and all drainage channels 12 are connected to the drainage surface 22 provided on the drainage tray 20. The drainage surface 22 is provided with at least one drainage port 21, through which the liquid in the drainage channel 12 can be discharged out of the planting tray.

[0031] In this embodiment, each drain outlet 21 is provided with a drain pipe 23. The drain pipe 23 can be arranged to protrude downward from the drain surface 22 to serve as a drain outlet, or, depending on the connection requirements, the drain pipe 23 can be arranged to protrude upward from the drain surface 22.

[0032] Preferably, the cross-section of the drainage trough 12 is V-shaped or U-shaped, and its inclined walls help guide the water flow to quickly converge and flow to the drainage surface 22. At the same time, the inner surface of the push plate 11 is formed by a continuous arc-shaped support surface and the drainage trough 12, creating a curved network without flat areas, ensuring that liquid at any location can quickly find a path to the drainage trough 12 under the action of gravity, and the liquid is eventually completely discharged.

[0033] The tray 11 has a standardized first splicing interface 15 at both ends along its length. That is, the first splicing interface 15 is located in the width direction of the tray 11. For example, a splicing flange or splicing groove with a specific geometric shape extends from one end of the tray 11. Correspondingly, a complementary splicing groove or splicing flange is provided at the other end of the tray 11. The two work together to form the first splicing interface 15. The design of the first splicing interface 15 allows multiple splicing trays 10 to be connected end-to-end along the length direction, thereby extending the planting tray in the length direction.

[0034] To meet the needs of various application scenarios, pre-cutting lines and corresponding first splicing interfaces 15 are provided along the length of the splicing tray 10 at preset intervals (e.g., every 10cm or 20cm). The pre-cutting lines are usually clearly marked or structurally weakened on the tray plate 11, facilitating neat cutting using ordinary tools. After cutting along a pre-cutting line, the cut surface remaining on the main body exposes the first splicing interface 15. The first splicing interfaces 15 on two splicing trays 10 are then used to connect them into a longer, seamless planting tray.

[0035] The joint between the two splicing trays 10 can be further secured with adhesive or mechanical clips to ensure waterproofing.

[0036] In this embodiment, the upper edge of the side wall 12 of the splicing pallet 10 is folded outward to form a stacking edge, and the side of the stacking edge is designed with an incline. When multiple splicing pallets 10 are stacked one on top of the other, the bottom of the upper splicing pallet 10 can rest on the stacking edge of the lower splicing pallet 10, achieving stable and space-saving nested stacking, which is convenient for warehousing and transportation.

[0037] Correspondingly, the drainage tray 20 is also a structure that extends along the length direction. Both ends of the drainage tray 20 are provided with a standardized second splicing interface 24. The second splicing interface 24 is used to cooperate with the first splicing interface 11 at one end of one of the splicing trays 10.

[0038] To better guide the liquid from the drain trough 12 to the drain surface 22 on the drain tray 20, a similar drain pipe structure can also be provided on the drain tray 20.

[0039] In this embodiment, the planting tray also includes a tray cover 30, which corresponds to the opening in the accommodating space formed by the tray plate 11 and the side wall 12 on the splicing tray 10. When a splicing tray 10 needs further insulation after planting substrate, the tray cover 30 can be placed on the corresponding splicing tray 10. Specifically, the tray cover 30 is provided with a plurality of planting holes 31.

[0040] It should be noted that the spacing and location of the planting holes 31 are not fixed. That is, there is no fixed array of planting holes pre-drilled on the tray cover 30. Users can easily press or punch holes at any location by hand or with a tool to form the required diameter and arrangement of planting holes 31 according to the plant spacing and row spacing requirements of the cultivated crops. This setting provides great flexibility in planting layout, and users can carry out customized planting.

[0041] In this embodiment, the tray cover 30 is also made of a polymer composite material with added high-efficiency light-blocking agent.

[0042] Since the tray cover 30 is also made of light-blocking material, it not only covers the opening of the splicing tray 10, further preventing light from entering and enhancing the algae-suppressing effect, but also effectively reduces the evaporation of nutrient solution moisture, provides some insulation in cold seasons, and physically prevents pests such as mosquitoes from laying eggs in the nutrient solution.

[0043] In this embodiment, the tray cover 30 is provided with a plurality of cover plate reinforcing ribs 32, which can significantly increase the overall structural rigidity and impact resistance of the tray cover 30.

[0044] The planting tray of this utility model: By incorporating a splicing tray 10, a drainage tray 20, and an optional tray cover 30, light is effectively blocked from entering the planting area, cutting off the energy source for algae photosynthesis at its root. This significantly reduces or even completely eliminates algae growth, maintaining clean nutrient solution and healthy roots. The core splicing tray 10 and drainage tray 20 are made of high-molecular composite materials with high UV resistance, chemical corrosion resistance, and added high-efficiency light-blocking agents. This allows the planting trays to withstand moisture, fertilizer corrosion, and outdoor sunlight for extended periods, greatly slowing down material aging and embrittlement, and extending the overall service life. The curved support surface prevents liquids such as nutrient solution from entering the planting area. The water trapped on the tray 11 will naturally flow to the drainage channels 13 on both sides, avoiding the defect of water accumulation in flat designs. With the setting of the first splicing interface 15 and the second splicing interface 24, users can extend the planting tray to the required length according to the specific length of the cultivation bed and planting rack, perfectly matching the space, maximizing the use of the planting area, and avoiding space waste or unsightly splicing caused by size mismatch. The standardized first splicing interface 15 and the second splicing interface 24 can also ensure the convenience of reconnection and the structural strength and sealing of the connection, so that the spliced ​​planting tray is no different from the one-piece molded tray in terms of performance.

[0045] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A planting tray, characterized in that, The planting tray includes: At least one splicing pallet and a drainage pallet, the splicing pallets are connected end to end, and a drainage pallet is connected to one end of one of the splicing pallets along the length direction, the drainage pallet being provided with a drainage outlet; The splicing tray is a trough-shaped structure extending along its length. The splicing tray includes a tray plate and side walls extending upward from the edge of the tray plate. The tray plate and the side walls together form a accommodating space for accommodating planting substrate and / or nutrient solution. The inner surface of the pallet is provided with several arc-shaped support surfaces extending along the width direction. Adjacent arc-shaped support surfaces are connected by drainage grooves recessed in the inner surface of the pallet. The pallet is provided with multiple drainage grooves that are interconnected. The pallet has a first splicing interface at both ends along its length. Different pallets are connected to each other through the first splicing interface. The drainage pallet has a standardized second splicing interface at both ends. The second splicing interface is used to cooperate with the first splicing interface at one end of one of the splicing pallets.

2. The planting tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drainage tray is provided with a drainage surface, and the drainage outlets are all located on the drainage surface. The drainage channels are all connected to the drainage surface provided on the drainage tray.

3. The planting tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the aforementioned drain outlets is equipped with a drain pipe, which protrudes downwards from the drain surface.

4. The planting tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cross-section of the drainage channel is set to V-shape or U-shape.

5. The planting tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper edge of the sidewall is folded outward to form a stacked edge.

6. The planting tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pallet plate is equipped with an integrated pallet reinforcing rib.

7. The planting tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner and outer surfaces of the sidewall are provided with several tray-reinforcing ribs.

8. The planting tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The planting tray also includes a tray cover, which corresponds to the opening in the accommodating space and has a number of planting holes.

9. The planting tray according to claim 8, characterized in that, The tray cover is provided with several cover plate reinforcing ribs.

10. The planting tray according to claim 8, characterized in that, The splicing tray and the tray cover are made of a composite material with added light-blocking agent.

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