A type of tear-resistant fabric for pets and a cat tree

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of pet-specific fabric technology, and in particular to a tear-resistant fabric for pets and a cat tree. The fabric comprises a base fabric layer, a composite fleece layer, and an adhesive layer. This tear-resistant fabric uses a structure where an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) knitted base fabric layer and a surface composite fleece layer are bonded together by an adhesive layer. The base fabric layer is made of 400D UHMWPE filaments, providing core tear resistance, while the composite fleece layer can be made of regular soft fleece to ensure pet comfort. The two layers are stably fixed together by a water-based polyurethane hot melt adhesive layer. This structural design effectively combines the excellent mechanical properties of the UHMWPE base fabric with the comfortable feel of the composite fleece layer, successfully solving the problem of insufficient mechanical properties in traditional pet toy fabrics. It is suitable for various applications such as pet beds, clothing, cage linings, and interactive toys.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pet-specific fabric technology, and in particular to a pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric and a cat tree. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards improve, more and more families are keeping cats and dogs in their spare time. As a leisure activity, the companionship of pets can bring joy to their owners. Therefore, pet beds that provide a place for pets to rest have become essential pet supplies.

[0003] However, currently sold pet toys often have some fabric on them to provide a cozy environment for pets to lie down and rest. But the fabrics used in existing pet toys are usually made of human clothing materials, which are not resistant to continuous chewing by pets and have poor mechanical properties. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology, this application provides a tear-resistant mesh fabric for pet cages and a pet cage, in order to solve the technical problem that the existing pet cage fabrics are usually made of human clothing materials, which do not have the ability to resist continuous chewing by pets and have poor mechanical properties. Some are made directly of metal materials, but this also leads to insufficient fabric flexibility.

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides the following technical solutions.

[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides a pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric, the fabric comprising: The base fabric layer is made of 400D ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene. A composite fleece layer, wherein the composite fleece layer is fixed on the base fabric layer; An adhesive layer is provided, which is made of water-based polyurethane hot melt adhesive. The adhesive layer is located between the base fabric layer and the composite fleece layer. The base fabric layer, the adhesive layer, and the composite fleece layer are integrally hot-pressed and fixed.

[0007] Furthermore, the warp and weft yarns of the base fabric layer form a knitted structure with an equal proportion of rib weave, and the areal density of the base fabric layer is 400 g / m².

[0008] Furthermore, in the internal structure of the base fabric layer, the coil length is 4.5-5.0 mm and the yarn bending depth is 1.8-2.2 mm, so that the longitudinal tensile strength of the base fabric layer is ≤15%.

[0009] Furthermore, the fabric also includes: The bottom layer is located on the side of the fabric away from the composite fleece layer, and the bottom layer is made of knitted air-layer cotton.

[0010] Furthermore, the composite fluff layer is coated with a hydrophobic coating.

[0011] Furthermore, the back of the base fabric layer is coated with flame-retardant silicone, the thickness of which is less than 0.3 mm, and the oxygen index of which is ≥32.

[0012] This application also proposes a cat tree, comprising: The frame body, and the aforementioned pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric, wherein the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric is attached to the surface of the frame body.

[0013] Furthermore, the frame body includes: The base plate is provided with three first pillars; A support plate is located above the base plate and connected to the top of the first pillar. A second pillar is also provided on the support plate. A rest house, having a door and windows, is mounted on the support slab, and has a third pillar on its top; Two top plates, one of which is disposed at the top of the second pillar and the other of which is disposed at the top of the third pillar; The pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric is affixed to the surface of the base plate, the surface of the support plate, the surface of the top plate, the periphery of the first pillar, the periphery of the second pillar, and the periphery of the third pillar.

[0014] Furthermore, the windows of the rest room are covered with the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric, which has several ventilation holes.

[0015] Furthermore, the cat tree also includes: A footboard is provided at the middle of one of the first pillars, and the footboard is located below the door of the rest room; The steps are arranged at an angle on the treads at one end and on the base plate at the other end. The surfaces of the treads and the steps are covered with the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this application are as follows: To meet the needs of pets chewing and scratching toys, this tear-resistant fabric uses a structure where a knitted base layer of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and a surface composite fleece layer are bonded together via an adhesive layer. The base layer is made of 400D UHMWPE filaments, providing core tear resistance; the composite fleece layer can be made of regular soft fleece to ensure pet comfort. The two layers are stably fixed together by a water-based polyurethane hot melt adhesive layer, which is applied to the base layer in a dotted manner at a coating amount of 20-25 g / m². Subsequently, it is hot-pressed at 120℃ and 0.5 MPa pressure for 60 seconds to ensure a strong bond between the three layers. After curing, the peel strength is ≥8 N / cm. This dotted adhesive design ensures bonding strength while maintaining good breathability of the base layer. In finished applications, quilting can be combined to enhance the overall integrity. This structural design effectively combines the superior mechanical properties of UHMWPE base fabric (especially its resistance to continuous chewing by pets) with the comfortable feel of the composite fleece layer, successfully solving the problem of insufficient mechanical properties of traditional pet toy fabrics (which often use materials for human clothing). It is suitable for various scenarios such as pet beds, clothing, cage linings, and interactive toys. Attached Figure Description

[0017] This application can be better understood by describing its embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which: Figure 1 This diagram shows a structural schematic of a pet tear-resistant fabric according to one embodiment of the present application; Figure 2 This diagram shows a structural schematic of the base fabric layer of a pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric according to one embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This diagram shows a cross-sectional structural schematic of a pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric according to one embodiment of the present application; Figure 4 This diagram shows a structural schematic of a cat climbing frame according to one embodiment of the present application.

[0018] In the above figures, the meanings of the reference numerals are as follows: 1. Composite fleece layer; 2. Base fabric layer; 21. Warp yarn; 22. Weft yarn; 3. Bottom layer; 4. Frame body; 41. Base plate; 42. First support column; 43. Support plate; 44. Rest room; 441. Door; 442. Window; 45. Second support column; 46. Third support column; 47. Top plate; 48. Steps; 49. Stairs; 5. Ventilation holes. Detailed Implementation

[0019] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this specification and claims shall have the ordinary meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model pertains.

[0020] All the values ​​listed in this article, ranging from the lowest to the highest, refer to all values ​​obtained by incrementing the lowest and highest values ​​by one unit when the difference between the lowest and highest values ​​is more than two units.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0022] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0023] As living standards improve, more and more families are keeping cats and dogs in their spare time. As a leisure activity, the companionship of pets can bring joy to their owners. Therefore, pet beds that provide a place for pets to rest have become essential pet supplies.

[0024] However, currently sold pet toys often have some fabric on them to provide a cozy environment for pets to lie down and rest. But the fabrics used in existing pet toys are usually made of human clothing materials, which are not resistant to continuous chewing by pets and have poor mechanical properties.

[0025] In view of this, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this application proposes a pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric, the fabric comprising: a base fabric layer 2, the base fabric layer 2 being made of 400D ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene; a composite fleece layer 1, the composite fleece layer 1 being fixed on the base fabric layer 2; and an adhesive layer (not shown in the figure), the adhesive layer being made of water-based polyurethane hot melt adhesive material, the adhesive layer being located between the base fabric layer 2 and the composite fleece layer 1, the base fabric layer 2, the adhesive layer, and the composite fleece layer 1 being integrally heat-pressed and fixed.

[0026] In this embodiment, since pets have a habit of tearing and biting objects and scratching them with their claws, the fabrics used for pet toys and other surface-specific products need to have excellent mechanical properties. The pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric of this application is a dual-function fabric formed by a knitted base fabric of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and a composite plush fabric. Specifically, the fabric mainly consists of a base fabric layer 2, which is made of 400D ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, while the composite plush layer 1 can be made of commonly used plush fabric. To ensure stable fixation of the base fabric layer 2 and the composite plush layer 1, this application also includes an adhesive layer. The adhesive layer uses a water-based polyurethane hot melt adhesive material with a coating amount of 20-25 g / m², and a peel strength ≥8 N / cm after curing. In addition, hot melt adhesive is applied to the base fabric layer 2 through dot coating, so that the composite fleece layer 1 and the base fabric layer 2 are hot-pressed together at 120°C and 0.5MPa pressure for 60s, so that the base fabric layer 2, the adhesive layer and the composite fleece layer 1 are fixed by hot pressing. The dot adhesive layer retains the breathability of the base fabric layer 2, and the fabric quilting process can be added when the finished product is applied.

[0027] The above structural design, through the composite of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) monofilament knitted base fabric layer 2 and surface composite fleece layer 1, achieves a dual improvement in tear resistance and comfort. It is suitable for pet beds, clothing, cage linings and interactive toys, effectively solving the technical problem that existing pet toy fabrics, which are usually made of human clothing materials, do not have the ability to resist continuous chewing by pets and have inferior mechanical properties.

[0028] Specifically, the warp yarns 21 and weft yarns 22 of the base fabric layer 2 are knitted in an equal-proportion rib knit structure, and the areal density of the base fabric layer 2 is 400 g / m². In this embodiment, the present application adopts a knitted structure process, using a double-sided circular knitting machine, and the warp yarns 21 and weft yarns 22 of the base fabric layer 2 are woven in an equal proportion, for example, in a 1:1 ratio, to make the areal density of the base fabric layer 2 400 g / m², thereby improving the tear resistance and comfort of the fabric.

[0029] Specifically, in the internal structure of the base fabric layer 2, the loop length is 4.5-5.0 mm and the yarn bending depth is 1.8-2.2 mm, so that the longitudinal tensile rate of the base fabric layer 2 is ≤15%. In this embodiment, in order to further improve the tear resistance and comfort of the fabric, the loop length in the internal structure of the base fabric layer 2 is 4.5-5.0 mm and the yarn bending depth is 1.8-2.2 mm, ensuring that the longitudinal tensile rate of the base fabric is ≤15%. The UHMWPE knitted base fabric layer 2 disperses the biting force through the elastic recoil of the rib structure, and the dynamic tear strength reaches 450N. The loop structure forms a "loop locking" effect to prevent yarn breakage from spreading, further improving the tear resistance and comfort of the fabric.

[0030] As a preferred option, the composite fleece layer 1 uses crystal super-soft fabric with a fleece height of 2-3mm. After being treated with a water-repellent finishing agent, the product is not easy to absorb water. Moreover, the fine denier polyester fibers of the composite fleece layer 1 reduce the coefficient of friction, and the water-repellent treatment avoids water permeability problems.

[0031] Specifically, the fabric further includes a bottom layer 3, which is disposed on the side of the fabric away from the composite fleece layer 1. The bottom layer 3 is made of knitted air-layer cotton. In this embodiment, during hot seasons such as summer, pets will sweat more. To prevent the fabric from developing odors due to prolonged dampness, the fabric of this application also includes a bottom layer 3, which is disposed on the side of the fabric away from the composite fleece layer 1. The bottom layer 3 is made of knitted air-layer cotton, which has a moisture-wicking and quick-drying effect, allowing the fabric surface to quickly remain dry.

[0032] Specifically, the composite fleece layer 1 is coated with a hydrophobic coating (not shown in the figure). In this embodiment, to facilitate quick cleaning by the user, a hydrophobic coating can be applied to the composite fleece layer 1, for example, by spraying a hydrophobic agent onto the surface of the composite fleece layer 1, with a contact angle >130°. When a pet urinates on the fabric, it can prevent urine from seeping into the fabric interior, and the user can also directly rinse the composite fleece layer 1 with clean water without having to air dry it for a long time.

[0033] Specifically, the back of the base fabric layer 2 is coated with flame-retardant silicone, the thickness of which is less than 0.3 mm, and the oxygen index of which is ≥32. In this embodiment, for those who frequently take pets out in their vehicles, pet seats are usually purchased for the vehicle interior. The fabric of this application can also be used as the surface of the pet seat. To meet the fire protection requirements of vehicle interiors, this application coats the back of the base fabric layer 2 with flame-retardant silicone, the thickness of which is less than 0.3 mm, and the oxygen index of which is ≥32, effectively preventing fire.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this utility model also proposes a cat tree (not labeled in the figure), including the aforementioned pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric and a tree body 4, wherein the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric is attached to the surface of the tree body 4. The specific structure of the fabric is as described in the above embodiments. Since the cat tree adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be elaborated here.

[0035] Specifically, the shelf body 4 includes: a base plate 41, on which three first pillars 42 are provided; a support plate 43, which is located above the base plate 41 and connected to the top of the first pillars 42, and a second pillar 45 is also provided on the support plate 43; a resting room 44, which has a door 441 and a window 442, which is located on the support plate 43, and a third pillar 46 is provided on the top of the resting room 44; two top plates 47, one of which is located on the top of the second pillar 45, and the other of which is located on the top of the third pillar 46; the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric is attached to the surface of the base plate 41, the surface of the support plate 43, the surface of the top plate 47, the periphery of the first pillar 42, the periphery of the second pillar 45, and the periphery of the third pillar 46.

[0036] In this embodiment, the frame body 4 of this application has a three-layer structure. The base plate 41 serves as the base, and the support plate 43 is fixed to the base plate 41 by three first pillars 42. The three first pillars 42 can be connected sequentially to form an equilateral triangle to improve the stability of the support. For the convenience of the pet cat playing, a resting room 44 can be provided on the support plate 43. The resting room 44 has a door 441 and a window 442 for easy access for the pet cat and provides ventilation. A second pillar 45 is also provided on the support plate 43, and a third pillar 46 is provided on the top of the resting room 44. The tops of the second pillar 45 and the third pillar 46 are each provided with an independent top plate 47, serving as a third-layer play area for the pet.

[0037] Since pets have a habit of sharpening their claws on the frame body 4, it is necessary to attach pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric to the surface of the base plate 41, the surface of the support plate 43, the surface of the top plate 47, the perimeter of the first support column 42, the perimeter of the second support column 45, and the perimeter of the third support column 46 to increase the service life of the entire cat tree.

[0038] Specifically, the windows 442 of the rest room 44 are covered with the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric, and the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric has several ventilation holes 5.

[0039] In this embodiment, in order to improve the ventilation effect of the rest room 44, the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric can be covered on the window 442 of the rest room 44. Several ventilation holes 5 are opened on the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric to improve the ventilation effect.

[0040] Specifically, the cat tree also includes: A footboard 48 is disposed at the middle of one of the first pillars 42, and the footboard 48 is located below the door 441 of the rest room 44; Step 49, one end of which is inclinedly disposed on the pedal 48 and the other end is disposed on the base plate 41. The surfaces of the pedal 48 and the steps 49 are both covered with the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric.

[0041] In this embodiment, to enhance the playfulness for pets, a step 48 can be installed at the middle of one of the first pillars 42. The step 48 is located below the door 441 of the rest room 44, making it easy for the cat to jump over it. Furthermore, this application also includes an inclined staircase 49, with one end connected to the step 48 and the other end connected to the base plate 41, facilitating the cat's access to the step 48 via the staircase 49.

[0042] As a preferred implementation, a cat-teasing ball can be suspended on the top plate 47.

[0043] The specific embodiments described above further illustrate the purpose, technical solution, and beneficial effects of this utility model. It should be understood that the above descriptions are merely specific embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A tear-resistant fabric for pets, characterized in that, The fabric includes: The base fabric layer is made of 400D ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene; the warp and weft yarns of the base fabric layer form a knitted structure with an equal proportion of rib weave; in the internal structure of the base fabric layer, the loop length is 4.5-5.0mm and the bending depth is 1.8-2.2mm, so that the longitudinal tensile strength of the base fabric layer is ≤15%; A composite fleece layer, wherein the composite fleece layer is fixed on the base fabric layer; An adhesive layer is provided, which is made of water-based polyurethane hot melt adhesive. The adhesive layer is located between the base fabric layer and the composite fleece layer. The base fabric layer, the adhesive layer, and the composite fleece layer are integrally hot-pressed and fixed.

2. The pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric according to claim 1, characterized in that, The areal density of the base fabric layer is 400 g / m².

3. The pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fabric also includes: The bottom layer is located on the side of the fabric away from the composite fleece layer, and the bottom layer is made of knitted air-layer cotton.

4. The pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric according to claim 1, characterized in that, The composite fleece layer is coated with a hydrophobic coating.

5. The pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric according to claim 1, characterized in that, The back of the base fabric layer is coated with flame-retardant silicone, the thickness of which is less than 0.3 mm, and the oxygen index of which is ≥32.

6. A cat tree, characterized in that, include: The frame body, and the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric as described in any one of claims 1-5, wherein the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric is applied to the surface of the frame body.

7. The cat tree according to claim 6, characterized in that, The frame body includes: The base plate is provided with three first pillars; A support plate is located above the base plate and connected to the top of the first pillar. A second pillar is also provided on the support plate. A rest house, having a door and windows, is mounted on the support slab, and has a third pillar on its top; Two top plates, one of which is disposed at the top of the second pillar and the other of which is disposed at the top of the third pillar; The pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric is affixed to the surface of the base plate, the surface of the support plate, the surface of the top plate, the periphery of the first pillar, the periphery of the second pillar, and the periphery of the third pillar.

8. The cat tree according to claim 7, characterized in that, The windows of the rest room are covered with the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric, which has several ventilation holes.

9. The cat tree according to claim 7, characterized in that, The cat tree also includes: A footboard is provided at the middle of one of the first pillars, and the footboard is located below the door of the rest room; The steps are arranged at an angle on the treads at one end and on the base plate at the other end. The surfaces of the treads and the steps are covered with the pet-resistant tear-resistant fabric.

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