Protective device for a tree

Abstract

In order to provide a protective device for a tree which is inexpensive to manufacture, easy and flexible to handle and reusable, a protective device is proposed comprising a first plurality of protective components and comprising a plurality of detachable connecting means by which the protective components can be detachably connected to each other in a ring-shaped arrangement.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a protective device for a tree and a protective component designed for use in such a protective device.

[0002] Systems for protecting trees or tree trunks are known from the prior art. Such systems are typically used when trees are located on or near construction sites, to protect them from damage, for example, from construction vehicles.

[0003] Typically, wooden boards are used, which are arranged around the tree trunk. Sometimes, additional flexible tubes are used, which are wrapped around the trunk between the wooden boards and the tree for further protection.

[0004] A disadvantage of the solutions known from the prior art is that the installation of the tree protection can usually only be carried out by more than one person and the materials used for the tree protection, especially the wooden boards, are usually only used once.

[0005] The invention is therefore based on the objective of providing a protective device for a tree which is inexpensive to manufacture, has simple and flexible handling and is reusable.

[0006] The problem according to the invention is solved by a protective device for a tree comprising a first plurality of protective components and comprising a plurality of detachable connecting means by means of which the protective components can be detachably connected to one another in a ring-shaped arrangement.

[0007] The protective device advantageously features a modular design through the provision of several protective components, which can be easily and flexibly assembled thanks to detachable connectors. In particular, the protective device can be easily adapted to different tree sizes by selecting the appropriate number of protective elements required to cover the tree.

[0008] The protective device is specifically designed to protect the tree trunk. For this purpose, the required number of protective components are connected in a row using detachable connectors and arranged around the tree trunk, forming a substantially ring-shaped or sleeve-shaped assembly.

[0009] Preferably, the number of protective components in the first set of components can vary depending on the size of the tree to be protected. For example, the number can be at least five and essentially unlimited. Thus, the protective device can also comprise, for example, 10, 15, or 20 protective components.

[0010] In particular, the protective components are connected to each other in a chain-like fashion. This means that each protective component has two adjacent protective components, especially on the left and right, connected via detachable connecting elements.

[0011] Preferably, the detachable connecting elements are designed to be flexible in order to allow, firstly, the ring-shaped or chain-shaped arrangement of the protective components and, secondly, to allow the interconnected protective components and mat-shaped protective components to be rolled up or folded.

[0012] Preferably, the protective components are at least partially elastic. For example, the protective components may comprise or consist of an elastic material. In particular, only some parts of the protective component may be elastic. The elasticity can advantageously improve the protection of the tree or tree trunk. Preferably, however, the material of the protective components is selected such that the protective components or their parts are break-resistant.

[0013] Preferably, the protective components each comprise a receiving pocket and a protective element arranged within the receiving pocket. The receiving pocket makes the protective components particularly easy to manufacture.

[0014] Preferably, the protective element is removable and arranged in the receiving pocket. This makes it advantageously possible to replace the protective element, for example, in the event of damage. Furthermore, differently designed protective elements can be provided, which can be selectively arranged in the receiving pocket. The protective elements can differ, in particular, with regard to the material and / or protective properties, especially their elasticity. In addition, it is also possible to arrange wooden boards in the receiving pockets. While the wooden boards previously used as tree guards could not be reused, the use of the protective device simplifies reuse, as the wooden boards can be stored and transported compactly within the device.

[0015] Preferably, the protective element is elastic. In particular, the receiving pocket is not elastic.

[0016] Preferably, the protective element comprises or consists of foam, in particular polyethylene foam. Alternatively, the protective element can also consist of or comprise other elastic materials.

[0017] Preferably, the protective component has an elongated shape. For example, the protective component can be essentially rod-shaped. Preferably, the protective component can have an angular, in particular rectangular or square, circular, or oval cross-section. The shape described above preferably refers to both the receiving pocket and the protective element arranged therein.

[0018] Preferably, the receiving pocket has an opening for the protective element. This opening can, for example, be located at one end of the receiving pocket.

[0019] Preferably, the detachable fasteners are arranged on one longitudinal side of the protective components. Accordingly, the protective components can be arranged adjacent to each other with their longitudinal sides aligned and connected to each other sequentially using the detachable fasteners.

[0020] Preferably, the protective components have a length between 1 m and 3 m, more preferably between 2 m and 2.75 m, and particularly preferably between 2.4 m and 2.6 m, and / or a thickness between 5 cm and 35 cm, more preferably between 10 cm and 30 cm, and particularly preferably between 15 cm and 25 cm. The protective components preferably have the same or different lengths and / or thicknesses. The thickness of the protective component refers to its extent in the circumferential direction and / or in the radial direction when considering the protective components in a ring-shaped arrangement.

[0021] Preferably, the connecting means each comprise at least one first and one second connecting component, wherein each of the protective components comprises at least one first connecting component for connection with a second connecting component of a further protective component and at least one second connecting component for connection with a first connecting component of yet another protective component.

[0022] The first and second connecting components are specifically designed to be detachably connected together. Two protective components can preferably be detachably connected to each other at several points. For this purpose, each protective component preferably has several, for example two, three, or four, connecting components designed like the first connecting component and preferably several, for example two, three, or four, connecting components designed like the second connecting component. Preferably, the multiple identical connecting components are arranged along a longitudinal side, particularly at uniform intervals.

[0023] Preferably, the plurality of first connection components are identical to one another. The same preferably applies to the plurality of second connection components.

[0024] Preferably, the first and second connecting components are plug-in connectors and in particular form a snap buckle. Alternatively, the connecting components can be any other type of detachable connecting component, for example, hooks, eyelets, hook-and-loop fasteners, rope or webbing sections for forming a knotted connection, etc.

[0025] Preferably, all protective components and their connecting components are identical. This allows the protective components to be assembled in any configuration. Alternatively, only the connecting components of each protective component are identical in that they can be connected to the connecting components of any other protective component, while the protective elements and the receiving pockets differ, for example, in their size and / or dimensions.

[0026] Preferably, the components of the protective device, in particular the receiving pockets, the protective elements and / or the detachable connecting elements, are made at least partially from recycled and / or recyclable materials.

[0027] Preferably, the protective device includes a root protection device which can be detachably attached to the protective device. The root protection device can preferably be arranged on one of the end faces of the annular or sleeve-shaped protective device. Preferably, the root protection device is also annular or sleeve-shaped.

[0028] Preferably, the protective device comprises a second plurality of detachable connecting elements for attaching the root protection device to the protective device. In particular, the root protection device is attached to one or more of the protective components. The second plurality of detachable connecting elements are designed analogously or identically to the detachable connecting elements between the individual protective components. For this purpose, the protective components preferably each comprise at least one third connecting element, and the root protection device at least one fourth connecting element. The third and fourth connecting elements are preferably designed analogously or identically to the first and second connecting elements. In particular, the third and fourth connecting elements are also plug-in connecting elements, especially for forming a snap-fit ​​connection.

[0029] Preferably, the root protection device is formed from a second plurality of protective components, wherein the second plurality of protective components preferably comprises more protective components than the first plurality. Preferably, the protective components of the second plurality are designed analogously or identically to the protective components of the first plurality. Accordingly, all previously described design features of the first plurality of protective components preferably apply analogously to the second plurality of protective components. The number of protective components of the root protection device is, in particular, greater than the number of the device itself, since a tree typically widens downwards in the root area, and thus the root protection device provides sufficient surface area to cover the roots.

[0030] Preferably, the protective components of the root protection device may also have a different size and / or shape than the protective components of the protective device itself.

[0031] Preferably, the protective components of the root protection device can comprise a third plurality of detachable connecting elements for detachable connection to one another in a ring-shaped or sleeve-shaped arrangement. The third plurality of detachable connecting elements is preferably designed analogously to the first or second plurality of detachable connecting elements.

[0032] The problem according to the invention is further solved by a protective component which is designed for use in a protective device with the aforementioned features.

[0033] In particular, the protective component is designed for use in the protective device itself and / or in the root assembly. Specifically, the protective component includes the connecting components of the first, second, and third detachable connecting elements. Presentation of the invention: Problem, solution, advantages. Brief description of the figures.

[0034] The present invention is explained in more detail below with reference to the figures. The figures show: Fig. 1a: a schematic view of a protective device in the unrolled state Fig. 1b: Detailed views from Fig. 1a Fig. 2a: a schematic view of the protective device arranged on the tree Fig. 2b: a cross-sectional view of a protective component Detailed description of the characters

[0035] Fig. Figure 1a shows a protective device 100 in its unrolled state. The protective device 100 comprises a plurality of protective components 10, which are essentially rod-shaped and arranged in a row such that the longitudinal sides 12a, 12b of the individual protective components 10 are aligned parallel to each other. In the Fig. In the embodiment shown in Figure 1a, the protective device 100 comprises ten protective components 10. The number of protective components 10 determines the width B of the protective device 100, which can be selected depending on the circumference or diameter D of the tree to be protected. In particular, the diameter D in a lower region of the trunk 14a of the tree 14 is decisive here (see Figure 1a). Fig. 2a).

[0036] For easy installation of the protective device 100 and for flexible selection of the width B of the protective device 100, detachable connecting elements 11 are provided, by means of which the individual protective components 10 can be detachably connected to one another to form a ring- or sleeve-shaped arrangement. The connection of two protective components 10 takes place at their two longitudinal sides 12a, 12b. For this purpose, two groups of detachable connecting elements 11 are provided, which are arranged at intervals on the longitudinal sides 12a, 12b, so that the connection or fastening of two protective components 10 takes place at two points.

[0037] In Fig. In Figure 1a, nine of the ten protective components 10 are already connected to each other, and a tenth protective component 10 is shown detached in the right-hand area. It can be seen that the detachable connecting elements 11 comprise the first and second connecting components 11a and 11b. The first connecting component 11a is attached to one of the first protective components 10, and the second connecting component is attached to another protective component 10 to be connected to the first.

[0038] Fig. 1b shows two detailed views A and B from Fig. 1a. Detail view A shows the second connecting component 11b, and detail view B shows the first connecting component 11a. The two connecting elements 11a and 11b are plug-in elements and together form a snap-fit ​​buckle. The protective components 10 can be easily and detachably connected using the snap-fit ​​buckle. Advantageously, the protective components 10 are identical, particularly with regard to the type and arrangement of the connecting components 11a and 11b. Each protective component 10 has two of the first connecting components 11a on one longitudinal side 11a and two of the second connecting components 11b on the other longitudinal side 11b. This allows each protective component 10 to be connected to any of the other protective components 10, making the system particularly flexible.

[0039] The protective device 100, or each of its protective components 10, has an end section 13 which, when the protective device 100 is mounted on the tree 14, is located facing the tree roots 14a below. A root protection device (not shown) can be attached to the end section 13 of the protective device 100 by means of further detachable connecting elements. These further detachable connecting elements can be designed essentially analogously to the detachable connecting elements 11. For example, one of the first or second connecting components 11a, 11b can be arranged in the end section 13 of one or more of the protective components 10, and the other connecting component 11b, 11a can be attached to the root protection device. The root protection device can also be formed, for example, from a further plurality of protective components, which are analogous to those described in the figure. Fig. The protective components shown in 1a are formed with 10 components.

[0040] Fig. Figure 2a shows the protective device 100 in its installed state on a tree 14. The protective device 100, or its individual protective components 10, are arranged along the circumference of the tree 14 on its trunk 14a. Because the individual protective components 10 can be assembled by means of the detachable connecting elements 11, it is advantageously possible to arrange the protective device 100 around a branch 18 projecting from the trunk 14a of the tree 14.

[0041] Fig. Figure 2b shows a cross-sectional view of a protective component 10 through the thickness D of the protective component 10. The structure of the protective component 10 is visible, comprising a receiving pocket 17, within which a protective element 16 is arranged. The protective element 16 is preferably elastic and made of a foam. In particular, all protective components 10 are as shown in Fig. 2b shown as set up.

[0042] The protective component 10 further comprises two handles 15, which are arranged on the longitudinal sides of the protective component 10 or on the receiving pocket 17. The handles 15 advantageously facilitate the handling of the individual protective components 10 and are therefore advantageously arranged in the area of ​​the detachable connecting elements 11 or the first and second connecting components 11a, 11b. The handles 15 can, in particular, have a length L2 of approximately 10 cm when viewed along the length L1 of the protective component 10. List of reference symbols 100 protective device 10 protective components 11 first detachable fasteners 11a first connecting component 11b second connection component 12a first long side 12b second long side 13 End area 14 Tree 14a Tree trunk 15 handles 16 recording bag 17 Protective element 18 branches L1 Length of the protective component L2 handle length B Width of the protective device D Thickness of the protective device

Claims

[1] A protection device for a tree comprising a first plurality of protection components and comprising a plurality of releasable connecting means by means of which the protection components can be releasably connected to one another in an annular arrangement. [2] Protective device according to claim 1, wherein the protective components are at least partially elastic. [3] A protective device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the protective components each comprise a receiving pocket and a protective element arranged in the receiving pocket. [4] Protective device according to claim 3, wherein the protective element is removably arranged in the receiving pocket. [5] Protective device according to claim 3 or 4, wherein the protective element is elastic. [6] Protective device according to one of claims 3 to 5, wherein the protective element comprises foam, in particular polyethylene foam, or consists of foam, in particular polyethylene foam. [7] A protective device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the protective components have an elongated shape. [8] A protective device according to claim 7, wherein the releasable connecting means are arranged on a longitudinal side of the protective components. [9] Protection device according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the protective components have a length between 1 m and 3 m, preferably between 2 m and 2.75 m, particularly preferably between 2.4 m and 2.6 m, and / or a thickness between 5 cm and 35 cm, preferably between 10 cm and 30 cm, particularly preferably between 15 and 25 cm. [10] Protection device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the connecting means each comprise at least a first and a second connecting component, wherein each of the protection components comprises at least a first connecting component for connection to a second connecting component of a further protection component and at least one second connecting component for connection to a first connecting component of a still further protection component. [11] Protective device according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first and second connecting components are plug-in connection elements and in particular form a plug-in buckle. [12] Protection device according to one of the preceding claims, comprising a root protection device which can be detachably arranged on the protection device. [13] Protection device according to claim 12, wherein the root protection device is formed from a second plurality of protection components, wherein preferably the second plurality of protection components comprises more protection components than the first plurality of protection components. [14] Protective component designed for use in a protective device according to one of the preceding claims.

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