Storage device

The storage device addresses the issue of fixed positioning in existing hanging solutions by incorporating a ceiling fastening system and pivotable segments for adjustable suspension, improving accessibility for users of all sizes.

DE102024110441A1Pending Publication Date: 2025-10-16BULTHAUP GMBH & CO KG
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Application Number
DE102024110441
Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-15
Publication Date
2025-10-16

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Technical Problem

Existing storage devices for hanging objects, such as lamps and cooking utensils, are fixed in position, making them inaccessible or difficult to reach for users of different sizes.

Method used

A storage device with height adjustment capabilities, featuring a ceiling fastening system, pivotable segments, and adjustable rods, allowing for flexible suspension and reach adjustment.

Benefits of technology

Enables easy access for users of varying sizes by allowing height and angle adjustments, enhancing usability and accessibility.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a storage device for the hanging storage of at least one utility object, preferably a lamp and / or a cooking utensil, comprising a ceiling fastening device, a base fastened to the ceiling fastening device and at least one segment pivotable relative to the base, wherein the segment has at least one hanging device for the utility object.
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Description

[0001] The invention relates to a storage device for the hanging storage of at least one utility object, preferably a lamp and / or a cooking utensil.

[0002] For example, there are hooks on which everyday objects can be hung.

[0003] For example, ladles or similar items can be hung in a kitchen.

[0004] The disadvantage is that the hooks are mounted in a fixed position. This often makes the items difficult or impossible to reach for users of different heights.

[0005] It is therefore an object of the invention to provide a storage device in which height adjustment is possible.

[0006] This problem is solved by the subject matter of the independent claims.

[0007] According to the invention, the storage device is designed for the hanging storage of at least or exactly one article of daily use and / or can be used for this purpose.

[0008] In principle, any number of everyday objects can be stored hanging, e.g. at least or exactly two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten or more.

[0009] The article of daily use may preferably be a lamp and / or a cooking utensil, e.g. a ladle, a pan, a whisk, a wooden spoon and / or a spatula.

[0010] The storage device has a ceiling mounting device, for example, a ceiling suspension. The storage device can thus be attached to a ceiling and / or suspended from the ceiling.

[0011] The ceiling mounting device can, for example, comprise at least or exactly one rigid rod. This can optionally have a power cable inside. The length of the rod is preferably fixed. However, a kit with rods of different lengths can be provided, for example. The length of the rod can be selected based on the ceiling height. Alternatively, a telescopic rod is also conceivable.

[0012] Preferably, several, for example at least or exactly two, three, four, five, six or more, bars are conceivable.

[0013] Preferably, cross braces can be provided between the bars, which can be arranged, for example, in an X-shape. This increases the stability of the ceiling mounting device.

[0014] Alternatively or in addition to a rod, at least or exactly one cable, one cord, one rope, one wire and / or one chain is conceivable.

[0015] The storage device has a base attached to the ceiling mounting device.

[0016] The base is preferably firmly connected to the ceiling mounting device and is preferably immovable.

[0017] The storage device has at least one segment that can be pivoted relative to the base.

[0018] The maximum swivel angle can be 90°, for example.

[0019] Preferably, the segment can be pivoted downwards.

[0020] The pivoting or folding is done by gravity, for example.

[0021] Preferably, the segment is also movable relative to the base.

[0022] For example, the segment can be pulled out of the base and pivoted downwards.

[0023] The segment has at least one hanging device for the article of daily use.

[0024] The object of daily use can preferably be hung directly into the hanging device.

[0025] By pivoting it, the height of the storage device can be adjusted to a certain extent.

[0026] If the segment is pivoted, the object can be easily reached by smaller users.

[0027] Further developments of the invention can also be found in the dependent claims, the description and the accompanying drawings.

[0028] According to one embodiment, the base has at least one hanging device for the article of daily use.

[0029] The object can therefore be hung either on the base or on the segment.

[0030] According to a further embodiment, a counter-segment is provided which is pivotable relative to the base and is arranged at least in sections on a side of the base opposite the segment.

[0031] The maximum swivel angle can be 90°, for example.

[0032] Preferably, the counter segment can be pivoted downwards.

[0033] Preferably, the counter segment is also movable relative to the base.

[0034] For example, the counter segment can be pulled out of the base and pivoted downwards.

[0035] The counter segment has at least one hanging device for the article of daily use.

[0036] The object of daily use can preferably be hung directly into the hanging device.

[0037] If the counter segment is pivoted, the object can be easily reached by smaller users.

[0038] Preferably, the counter segment can be the same size and / or structurally identical to the segment.

[0039] For example, the counter segment and the segment can be arranged in the same plane.

[0040] Depending on requirements, the segment and / or the counter segment can be swiveled.

[0041] According to a further embodiment, the suspension device has a grid or is designed as a grid.

[0042] A grid allows you to place the object at any position on the grid.

[0043] According to a further embodiment, the base, the segment and / or the counter-segment are rectangular, flat and / or plate-shaped.

[0044] Preferably, the base can be arranged in a different plane than the segment and / or the counter-segment. For example, the base can be arranged above the segment and / or the counter-segment.

[0045] According to a further embodiment, at least one link guide is provided for pivoting the segment and / or the counter-segment.

[0046] The guide rail enables, for example, a secure connection between the segment and / or the counter segment and the base.

[0047] Preferably, guide rails are provided on both sides. The guide rails can be oriented parallel to each other, for example. The segment and / or the counter segment can be pulled out straight through the guide rails on both sides.

[0048] According to a further embodiment, a groove of the link guide has a toothing, preferably a toothed rack.

[0049] Preferably, the toothing extends over the entire length of the groove.

[0050] Alternatively or additionally, a sliding block of the sliding guide has a gear.

[0051] The gear can, for example, be mounted rotatably on a bushing, e.g. on the rod and / or on an axis running at least partially within the rod.

[0052] The teeth of the gear can mesh with the teeth of the gearing.

[0053] For example, the segment can have the sliding block and the base can have the groove and vice versa.

[0054] According to a further embodiment, the segment and / or the counter-segment has at least one lateral projection which projects beyond the remaining segment or counter-segment.

[0055] For example, a rod can be provided. An end region of the rod and / or an axis extending at least partially within the rod can form the projection. Preferably, both end regions of the rod or the axis can each form a projection.

[0056] The projection may preferably comprise a sliding block and / or a gear.

[0057] The rod or the axis can, for example, be arranged on a region of the segment and / or the counter-segment which remains in the base in the pivoted state.

[0058] Preferably, the rod or axle ensures synchronous movement of the segment or the counter-segment when guided on both sides. This essentially synchronizes the sliding blocks and / or gears of the segment or counter-segment. The rod or axle connects the sliding blocks to each other.

[0059] According to a further embodiment, a fixing device is provided for fixing the segment and / or the counter-segment in a pivoted position.

[0060] The segment and / or the counter segment is therefore securely held in the pivoted position.

[0061] The fixing device can alternatively or additionally serve to deflect the segment and / or the counter segment between a waiting position and a pivoted position.

[0062] Alternatively or additionally, the fixing device can serve as a buffer element and, for example, enable smooth pivoting.

[0063] The invention also relates to a system comprising a storage device according to the invention and a lamp, wherein the lamp has at least one hanging element for hanging on the hanging device.

[0064] The lamp can basically be hung at any position, e.g. at the base, the segment and / or the counter segment.

[0065] For example, the lamp can be designed as an inspection, work and / or workshop lamp.

[0066] Depending on the user's needs, the lamp can be easily hung around the neck to illuminate a desired area.

[0067] All aspects, embodiments, and features of the invention described here can be combined with each other, preferably independently of the specific embodiment in which they are mentioned. Preferably, all subject matter of the dependent claims can be combined with each other and with each subject matter of the independent claims.

[0068] In general, it should be noted that terms like "a" or "an" do not necessarily mean "exactly one" or "exactly one," although this is also possible. The terms "a" or "an" can therefore be understood as "at least or exactly one" or "at least or exactly one." The use of the singular preferably includes the presence of the components in the plural, and vice versa.

[0069] It is noted that "vorzugsweise" and "vorzugt" can be translated into English as "preferably." A feature introduced by "vorzugsweise" or "vorzugt" is purely optional, can be omitted, and does not constitute a limitation, for example, of the claims.

[0070] The invention is described below by way of example with reference to the drawings. Fig. 1 a perspective view of an embodiment of a storage device according to the invention, Fig. 2 a detailed view of the storage device according to Fig. 1 when swiveling, Fig. 3 a detailed view of the storage device according to Fig. 2, Fig. 4 a detailed view of the storage device according to Fig. 1 in the pivoted position, Fig. 5 a detailed view of the storage device according to Fig. 4, Fig. 6 a detailed view of the storage device according to Fig. 1, Fig. 7 a detailed view of the storage device according to Fig. 1, and Fig. 8 a detailed view of the storage device according to Fig. 1.

[0071] First, it should be noted that the illustrated embodiments are purely exemplary in nature. Individual features can be implemented not only in the combination shown, but also individually or in other technically feasible combinations. For example, the features of one embodiment can be combined arbitrarily with features of another embodiment. For example, the number, position, and / or length of the rods can vary. The utility items and the counter segment are purely optional. Furthermore, the base does not need to have a suspension device.

[0072] Furthermore, it is preferably provided that some of the components shown and described are provided in pairs in the form of a left component and a right component, wherein the two components of a pair are preferably coupled to one another in such a way that they can only be moved together.

[0073] If a figure contains a reference symbol that is not explained in the immediately corresponding description, reference is made to the corresponding preceding or following explanations in the figure description. Thus, the same reference symbols are used for identical or comparable components in the figures and these are not explained again.

[0074] Fig. 1 shows a storage device for hanging storage of at least one article of daily use 10, 12.

[0075] The article of daily use may be, for example, a ladle 10 or a lamp 12.

[0076] The everyday objects 10, 12 can be hung using hanging elements 13.

[0077] Additional items of daily use 14, 16, 18 can optionally be placed on the storage device and are not stored hanging.

[0078] A base 20 is attached to a ceiling (not shown) via a ceiling attachment device 22.

[0079] The ceiling mounting device 22 can have four rods 24. The rods 24 can be connected to each other via optional cross braces 26. The cross braces 26 can, for example, be arranged in an X-shape.

[0080] The storage device has a segment 28 that can be pivoted relative to the base 20.

[0081] Furthermore, the storage device has a counter-segment 30 which is pivotable relative to the base 20 and is arranged on a side of the base 20 opposite the segment 28.

[0082] The base 20 can have two, preferably elliptical, receptacles 31 in which the segment 28 and / or the counter-segment 30 can be received.

[0083] In Fig. 1, the segment 28 is pivoted by 90°, while the counter segment 30 is in a waiting position.

[0084] Likewise, segment 28 could be pivoted in and the counter-segment 30 could be pivoted out. Segment 28 and counter-segment 30 could also be in the waiting position or the pivoted position simultaneously.

[0085] The segment 28, the counter-segment 30 and the base each have a hanging device 32 designed as a grid for the everyday objects 10, 12.

[0086] As in the Fig. 2 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 3, the segment 28 can be pulled out of the waiting position and pivoted.

[0087] For this purpose, a link guide 34 can be provided.

[0088] The link guide 34 can connect the two receptacles 31 with each other.

[0089] The base 20 can have a groove 36 of the slotted guide 34. A toothing 38 designed as a rack can be provided in the groove 36.

[0090] The segment 28 has a, for example, tubular, rod 40 - optionally with an axis running at least partially inside the rod 40 - whose end region forms a projection 42 which projects beyond the remaining segment 28.

[0091] The projection 42 has a sliding block 44. The sliding block 44, in turn, has a gear 46, which can be mounted on a sleeve.

[0092] The sliding block 44 engages in the groove 36. The gear 46 can be moved along the rack 38.

[0093] As in Fig. 4 and Fig. As can be seen in Figure 5, segment 28 can be pivoted by up to 90°.

[0094] The segment 28 can be pulled out to one end of the guide rail 34.

[0095] A fixing device 48 limits the pivoting angle of the segment 28 to 90°.

[0096] In Fig. 6, the rod 40 is fully visible. A projection 42 with a gear 46 is provided at each end.

[0097] A detailed view is in Fig. 7. The gear 46 is arranged on the sliding block 44.

[0098] The gear 46 can be rotatably mounted on a bushing on the rod 40 and / or on an axis extending at least partially inside the rod 40.

[0099] Together with the Fig. In the groove 36 shown in Figure 8, the sliding block 44 forms the sliding guide 34.

[0100] The toothing 38 allows the segment 28 to be guided in a controlled manner in the guide rail 34. List of reference symbols 10 Utility item, ladle 12 Utility object, lamp 13 Hanging element 14 Utility object 16 Utility object 18 Utility object 20 Base 22 Ceiling mounting device 24 bars 26 Cross brace 28 segments 30 Counter segment 31 recording 32 grids, hanging device 34 Scenery 36 grooves 38 Rack, toothing 40 bars 42 lead 44 sliding block 46 gear 48 Fixing device

Claims

[1] Storage device for hanging storage of at least one everyday object (10, 12), preferably a lamp (12) and / or a cooking utensil (10), comprising a ceiling mounting device (22), a base (20) attached to the ceiling mounting device (22), and at least one segment (28) pivotable relative to the base (20), wherein the segment (28) has at least one suspension device (32) for the consumer item (10, 12). [2] Storage device according to claim 1, characterized by , that the base (20) has at least one attachment device (32) for the consumer item (10, 12). [3] Storage device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by , that a counter-segment (30) is provided which is pivotable relative to the base (20) and is arranged at least sectionally on a side of the base (20) opposite the segment (28), wherein the counter segment (30) has at least one attachment device (32) for the consumer item (10, 12). [4] Storage device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by that the suspension device has a grid (32) or is designed as a grid (32). [5] Storage device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the base (20), the segment (28) and / or a counter-segment (30) is rectangular, flat and / or plate-shaped. [6] Storage device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one cam track (34) is provided for pivoting the segment (28) and / or a counter-segment (30). [7] Storage device according to claim 6, characterized by, that a groove (36) of the cam guide (34) has a toothing (38), preferably a rack, and / or that a cam block (44) of the cam guide (34) has a gear (46). [8] Storage device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the segment (28) and / or a counter-segment (30) has at least one lateral projection (42) that extends beyond the remaining segment (28) or counter-segment (30). [9] Storage device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that a fixing device (48) is provided for fixing the segment (28) and / or a counter-segment (30) in a pivoted position. [10] System comprising a storage device according to one of the preceding claims and a lamp (12), wherein the lamp (12) has at least one hanging element (13) for hanging on the hanging device (32).

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