Reinforced tarpaulin
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE202024002328
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-06
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-31
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Abstract
Description
Generally
[0001] The invention relates to an improved tarpaulin developed for use in various areas such as household, garden, construction, agriculture, and transportation. The focus is on solving a frequently occurring problem: the weak point of the eyelets, which frequently tear under heavy use or weather influences. Description of protection
[0002] The innovative tarpaulin is equipped with specially reinforced eyelets to significantly increase its durability. An additional plastic cap is attached to the attachment points, acting as a protective shield against mechanical stress. The cap distributes tensile forces evenly over a larger area of the tarpaulin, reducing stress on the material at critical points.
[0003] Additionally, the eyelets are securely connected to the tarpaulin with robust rivets. This fastening technique increases stability and minimizes the risk of material fatigue or tearing. The materials used—both the plastic caps and the rivets—are weatherproof, corrosion-resistant, and suitable for long-term use under adverse conditions.
[0004] The tarpaulin's other properties - such as the tear-resistant, water- and UV-resistant material as well as the versatile fastening options - are retained, while the weak point of the eyelets has been sustainably optimized. problem
[0005] State-of-the-art tarpaulins often exhibit structural weaknesses at the eyelets. High tensile loads, wind, or frequent use frequently lead to tears that severely impair the function of the tarpaulin or render it unusable. This weak point significantly limits the lifespan of the tarpaulin and causes additional costs and effort due to frequent replacement. This solution addresses this problem with a combination of reinforcing plastic caps and robust rivets that significantly improve the load-bearing capacity of the eyelets and the entire tarpaulin.
Claims
[1] Tarpaulin, comprising: a tarpaulin made of a tear-resistant, water- and UV-resistant material, Reinforced eyelets arranged along the edges of the tarpaulin, with the eyelets additionally reinforced by a plastic cap which acts as a protective shield and evenly distributes the tensile forces, and the plastic cap is attached to the tarpaulin by means of weather-resistant rivets to ensure increased stability and durability. [2] Tarpaulin according to claim 1, wherein the plastic caps are made of a heavy-duty plastic which is UV-resistant, corrosion-free and suitable for permanent outdoor use. [3] A tarpaulin according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the eyelets are made of stainless metal or a reinforced plastic. [4] A tarpaulin according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the reinforced eyelets are arranged at regular 50cm intervals along the edges of the tarpaulin to enable versatile and secure fastening. [5] Tarpaulin according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the combination of plastic caps and rivets increases the load-bearing capacity of the tarpaulin in the area of the eyelets by at least twice as much as compared to conventional constructions.