Holding device

Abstract

Holding device (10) for a beverage container, comprising: at least one holding section (11) designed to hold the beverage container; at least one fastening section (12) designed to fasten the holding device (10); wherein the fastening section comprises at least one fastening element (13).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a holding device for a beverage container.

[0002] Beverage containers are distributed at many different events, such as concerts, film screenings, theater performances, sporting events, etc. Such events are usually held in venues that often only have chairs and no tables. This allows for more seating for guests. However, the available seats are often arranged as close together as possible for the same reason. As a result, such events lack opportunities to safely store purchased beverage containers. Often, beverage containers must be held in the hand and placed on the floor or other unsafe surfaces where they can be knocked over and spill their contents.

[0003] This has shown that there is a need to provide a way to safely arrange beverage containers.

[0004] The object of the present invention is therefore to provide a holding device.

[0005] A first aspect of the present invention relates to a holding device for a beverage container, comprising: at least one holding portion configured to hold the beverage container; at least one fastening portion configured to fasten the holding device; wherein the fastening portion comprises at least one fastening element.

[0006] The holding device is provided for a beverage container. A beverage container is understood to be a container that is suitable for holding a beverage and making it available for consumption. This means that the beverage container can be designed so that a beverage can be drunk directly from the beverage container. In other words, the beverage container is preferably dimensioned such that it can be handled by a person with one hand. This particularly includes commercially available bottles, in particular glass or plastic bottles, cans, as well as plastic beverage cups or drinking glasses. Alternatively, the holding device can be used to hold other objects. For example, a food item or a smartphone can be arranged in the holding device.

[0007] The beverage container has a holding section. The holding section is the section of the holding device that defines a holding area in which a beverage container is arranged during operation. In other words, the holding section comprises a geometry that defines a free space. The holding section is preferably adapted to one type of beverage container or multiple types of beverage containers. For example, the holding section can comprise a circular or hollow-cylindrical receiving area in which the beverage container can be securely received.

[0008] The fastening section is provided for fastening or fixing the holding device. For this purpose, the fastening section comprises at least one fastening element. It is possible for the fastening section to comprise two or more fastening elements. The fastening element can have different configurations. For example, the fastening element itself can form a connection with a corresponding element or can cooperate with fastening means to fasten or fix the holding device. For example, the fastening element can be designed to establish a snap-in connection with a corresponding element, in particular with a corresponding geometry.

[0009] In one embodiment, the holding device is constructed in one piece. "One-piece" means that the holding device is monolithic or made from a single workpiece. Furthermore, the holding device can consist of several individual parts that are firmly connected, in particular welded, to one another. The term "one-piece" can also be understood to mean that the holding device can be handled or transported as a single unit.

[0010] In one embodiment, the holding device comprises a thin-walled material and / or is made of a thin-walled material. For example, the holding device can be made of a metal, in particular a sheet metal material. Alternatively, the holding device can be made of a plastic, for example, by injection molding. It is also conceivable for the holding device to be manufactured using a 3D printing process.

[0011] In one embodiment, the at least one fastening element comprises a through-hole designed to interact with a fastening means. A fastening means can be understood, for example, as a screw that can be arranged in the through-hole for fastening. Alternatively or additionally, other connecting means, such as rivets, nails, or bolts, are conceivable.

[0012] In one embodiment, the fastening section and the holding section form an angle, in particular an angle between 0° and 90°, in particular an angle between 10° and 80°, in particular an angle between 20° and 70°, in particular an angle between 30° and 60°, in particular an angle between 40° and 50°, in particular an angle of 45°. This allows the holding section to be adapted to a surface to which the holding device is to be attached. More specifically, this allows an inclination of the surface to be compensated for, so that the beverage container can be held upright in the holding device.

[0013] In one embodiment, the holding device comprises at least one support section designed to stabilize the holding device. The support section can, for example, comprise a web element and / or a plate element. The support section is preferably arranged on the holding device in such a way that, during operation, it is subjected to a force from the beverage container, in particular the resulting weight of the beverage container. The support section is designed to relieve the load on the holding section and / or the fastening section.

[0014] In one embodiment, the holding device can comprise a plane of symmetry. The plane of symmetry preferably extends in a longitudinal direction of the holding device. The plane of symmetry is preferably a virtual plane. This means that the holding device can be cut into two identical halves. This facilitates or improves handling of the holding device.

[0015] In one embodiment, the holding device comprises a gap, wherein the gap is arranged on a center plane of the holding device. The center plane is preferably the mirror plane of the holding device. The gap is preferably designed to allow access to the fastening section. The gap can extend longitudinally substantially through the entire holding device.

[0016] In one embodiment, the holding section comprises, at least in sections, a circular arc-shaped section. In other words, the holding section can comprise a circular arc-shaped geometry. This means that the holding section is at least in sections and / or substantially circular or has a circular shape. Preferably, the holding section has two circular arc-shaped sections spaced from each other by the gap, wherein the gap is arranged on the plane of symmetry.

[0017] In one embodiment, the fastening element has a substantially U-shaped geometry. In other words, the fastening element is open at least in sections. The fastening element can, for example, be designed as a U-shaped receptacle.

[0018] In one embodiment, the fastening element comprises a substantially circular arc-shaped section, wherein the fastening element has an opening directed toward the holding section. For example, the opening can face the free space defined by the holding section. In other words, the free space defined by the holding section can merge into the receiving space defined by the fastening element through the opening.

[0019] In one embodiment, the fastening element comprises at least one projection designed to provide a positive connection. The fastening element preferably comprises two projections. The two projections can preferably be arranged opposite one another. For example, in a symmetrical holding device, each half of the holding device can comprise a projection. The projections preferably extend in the direction of the gap. The projections are arranged in particular in the region of the opening of the fastening element or can be assigned to the opening.

[0020] In one embodiment, the holding section comprises at least one holding element. For example, the holding element can comprise at least one web designed to delimit and / or support a beverage container. Alternatively or additionally, the holding element can comprise a collar. In one embodiment, the holding element has a U-shaped and / or L-shaped geometry, at least in sections. The holding element can extend, for example, in the longitudinal direction of the holding device. Preferably, the holding element is at least partially adapted to the shape of the beverage container.

[0021] In one embodiment, the holding section comprises, at least in sections, a hollow cylindrical geometry on which the holding element is arranged. In other words, the holding section can be cylindrical, at least in sections, or have a tall cylindrical shape. A tall cylindrical shape is suitable for accommodating common beverage containers, such as bottles, cans, cups, or glasses.

[0022] In one embodiment, the retaining element is designed as a web, wherein the web is connected to the hollow cylindrical geometry at both axial ends. The web can have or form a U-shape. Alternatively, the web can be connected to the hollow cylindrical geometry at only one end. The web can further comprise a substantially L-shaped geometry.

[0023] In one embodiment, the holding device extends in a first direction and in a second direction that are orthogonal to each other, wherein the maximum extension in the first direction corresponds to the maximum extension in the second direction. In particular, the holding device extends between 90 mm and 150 mm, in particular between 100 mm and 140 mm, in particular between 110 mm and 130 mm, in particular 120 mm, in the first direction and / or the second direction.

[0024] In one embodiment, the center point of the circular arc-shaped section of the holding section and the center point of the circular arc-shaped section of the fastening element are arranged on a mirror plane of the holding device.

[0025] In one embodiment, the circular recess preferably has a diameter between 50 mm and 100 mm, in particular between 60 mm and 90 mm, in particular between 70 mm and 80 mm, in particular 72 mm, in particular 78 mm.

[0026] A further aspect of the present invention relates to a method for producing a holding device according to one of the preceding embodiments, wherein the holding device is produced by injection molding, punching, drilling and bending and / or 3D printing.

[0027] A further aspect of the present invention relates to a method for assembling a holding device according to one of the preceding embodiments, wherein the holding device is pushed onto a rod and releasably connected thereto, in particular by a snap-in connection, or is fastened to a surface by fastening means, in particular screws.

[0028] A further aspect of the present invention relates to a use of a beverage container with a holding device according to one of the preceding embodiments.

[0029] Individual features and embodiments of the present invention can be combined with other features in other embodiments to form new embodiments. Advantages and developments mentioned for the features or embodiments also apply analogously to the new embodiments. Developments and advantages mentioned in connection with the device also apply analogously to the method, and vice versa.

[0030] In the following, the disclosure will be described by way of example with reference to the accompanying figures, in which Fig. 1: a perspective view of an embodiment of a holding device according to the invention; Fig. 2: a side view of the holding device according to Fig. 1; Fig. 3 a rear view of the holding device according to Fig. 1; Fig. 4 a plan view of the holding device according to Fig. 1; Fig. 5 a perspective view of a further embodiment of a holding device according to the invention Fig. 6 a side view of the holding device according to Fig. 5; Fig. 7 a rear view of the holding device according to Fig. 5; Fig. 8 a plan view of the holding device according to Fig. 5; Fig. 9 a perspective view of another embodiment of a holding device according to the invention; Fig. 10 a side view of the holding device according to Fig. 9; Fig. 11 a rear view of the holding device according to Fig. 9; and Fig. 12 a plan view of the holding device according to Fig. 9.

[0031] Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 and Fig. 4 each show an embodiment of a holding device 10. The holding device 10 shown is adapted to be arranged on a rod, in particular on a chair leg or on a table leg. More precisely, the holding device 10 is designed according to the Fig. 1 is adapted to be connected, in particular detachably connected, to a preferably cylindrical rod.

[0032] The holding device 10 comprises a holding section 11 and a fastening section 12. The holding section 11 comprises in a cross-section or in plan view (compare Fig. 4) two circular arc-shaped sections 19 arranged opposite one another. The circular arc-shaped sections 19 each comprise a common center point. This means that the two circular arc-shaped sections 19 are arranged on the same circular line. The circular arc-shaped sections 19 essentially form a hollow cylindrical geometry. More precisely, a free space 15 is formed between the two circular arc-shaped sections 19. A beverage container is arranged in the free space 15 during operation. The circular arc-shaped sections 19 extend in the longitudinal direction L between 0 mm and 60 mm, in particular between 10 mm and 50 mm, in particular between 20 and 40 mm, in particular 30 mm.The circular line on which the two circular arc-shaped sections 19 are arranged can preferably have a diameter between 50 mm and 100 mm, in particular between 60 mm and 90 mm, in particular between 70 mm and 80 mm, in particular 72 mm, in particular 78 mm.

[0033] Retaining elements 16 extend in a longitudinal direction L of the holding device 10 on the circular-arc sections 19. The retaining elements 16 are designed as webs. The two retaining elements 16 are arranged at axial ends of the circular-arc sections 19 in the circumferential direction. A further retaining element 16 is arranged centrally in the circumferential direction on each of the circular-arc sections 19. The retaining elements 16 arranged at the axial ends of the circular-arc sections 19 are connected to one another and form a U-shaped structure or comprise a U-shaped geometry.

[0034] The circular sections 19 and the holding elements 16 connected to them each form one half of the holding section 11 or the holding device 10. The two halves of the holding section 11 or the holding device 10 are spaced apart from each other by a gap 17. During assembly, the holding device 10 can be pushed onto a rod, for example, a chair leg, through the gap 17. The gap extends orthogonally to the longitudinal direction L between 10 mm and 40 mm, in particular between 20 mm and 30 mm, in particular 26 mm.

[0035] The fastening section 12 comprises a first fastening element 13a and a second fastening element 13b. The first fastening element 13a is arranged above the second fastening element 13b in the installed state of the holding device 10. The first fastening element 13a is connected to the circular-arc sections 19. More precisely, the first fastening element 13a is arranged at an axial end in the circumferential direction of each of the circular-arc sections 19. The second fastening element 13b is connected to two holding elements 16. The two halves of the holding device 10 are connected to one another by the first fastening element 13a and the second fastening element 13b.

[0036] The two circular arc-shaped sections 14 or the two halves of the holding device 10 are spaced apart from each other by the gap 17. The gap 17 is particularly Fig. 3 and Fig. 4. The gap 17 extends to the first fastening element 13a and the second fastening element 13b. The gap extends essentially along the entire longitudinal direction L of the holding device 10. The two fastening elements 13 each comprise a receiving space for receiving the rod. The receiving space of the fastening elements 13 is connected to the free space of the holding section 11 or merges into it.

[0037] In a transition region between the first fastening element 13a and the circular-arc-shaped sections 19, as well as between the second fastening element 13b and the holding elements 16, projections 20 are arranged. More precisely, the first fastening element 13a and the second fastening element 13b each have a projection 20 in a transition region. The projections 20 form a constriction of the opening of the first fastening element 13a and the opening of the second fastening element 13b.

[0038] During assembly, the holding device 10 is pushed onto a rod, such as a chair leg or the like, through the two openings. The projections 20 are elastically deformable, so that the opening deforms when pressed against the rod, and the rod snaps into the receiving space of the first fastening element 13a and the second fastening element 13b. The projections 20 can also be referred to as a type of locking lug. When installed, the projections 20 are in their original position and limit the rod, so that the holding device cannot be easily released or removed.

[0039] In Fig. 2 shows that the second fastening element 13b forms an angle of 45° with the first fastening element 13a. The first fastening element 13a has a substantially U-shaped form in plan view. The second fastening element 13b also has a substantially U-shaped geometry.

[0040] Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7 and Fig. 8 shows another embodiment of a holding device 10 intended for mounting on a wall. The holding device 10 is made of a thin-walled material. For example, the holding device 10 can be made of sheet metal. The illustrated embodiment of the holding device 10 comprises the holding section 11, the fastening section 12, and a support section 14.

[0041] The holding section 11 and the fastening section 12 are aligned orthogonally to each other and connected to each other. The support section increases the stability and load-bearing capacity of the holding device 10. The support section 14 is arranged orthogonally to the holding section 11 and orthogonally to the fastening section 12. The support section 14 is connected to an edge region of each of the holding section 11 and the fastening section 12. The support section 14 has a triangular geometry.

[0042] It is possible for the holding section 11, the fastening section 12, and the support section 14 to be formed as a single piece. In particular, the holding section 11, the fastening section 12, and the support section 14 can be welded together or made from a single workpiece, for example, a sheet metal part. Alternatively, the holding device can be made of a plastic material.

[0043] The holding section 11 has rounded corners at a free axial end. This helps prevent injuries. A circular recess 21 is arranged in the region of a free axial end in the longitudinal direction L of the holding device 10. The circular recess 21 preferably has a diameter between 50 mm and 100 mm, in particular between 60 mm and 90 mm, in particular between 70 mm and 80 mm, in particular 78 mm. The circular recess is intended to securely hold the beverage container during operation.

[0044] The fastening section 12 has two fastening elements 13. The fastening elements 13 are designed as through-holes. Alternatively, the fastening section 12 can have more or fewer fastening elements 13. In the assembled state, the fastening section 12 rests against a surface and is firmly connected to it via fastening means and the through-holes. Fastening means can be understood, in particular, to mean screws. The through-holes preferably have a diameter between 5 mm and 15 mm, in particular 6 mm and 14 mm, in particular 7 mm and 12 mm, in particular 11 mm. Alternatively, larger or smaller diameters are possible, provided they are suitable.

[0045] Fig. 9, Fig. 10, Fig. 11 and Fig.12 show a further embodiment of the holding device 10. The holding section 11 is parallel to the fastening section 12. The holding device 10 extends in the longitudinal direction L between 100 mm and 500 mm, in particular between 150 mm and 450 mm, in particular between 200 mm and 400 mm, in particular between 250 mm and 350 mm, in particular 300 mm.

[0046] The holding section 11 and the fastening section 12 are connected to one another by the support section 14. The support section 14 extends orthogonally to the holding section 11 and the fastening section 12. The illustrated holding device 10 is intended to be mounted or arranged on a floor surface. The support section 14 extends in the longitudinal direction L of the holding device. The support section 14 comprises an angled section that extends orthogonally away from the support section 14. The angled section is not connected to the holding section 11 and the fastening section 12 in the longitudinal direction L. The angled section serves to stiffen or stabilize the holding device 10.

[0047] The holding section 11 has the circular recess 21, which is intended to delimit or hold the beverage container. The circular recess preferably has a diameter between 50 mm and 100 mm, in particular between 60 mm and 90 mm, in particular between 70 mm and 80 mm, in particular 78 mm.

[0048] The fastening section 12 comprises two fastening elements 13. The two fastening elements 13 are designed as through holes. This allows the holding device 10 to be fastened or anchored in a floor or a floor surface. Fasteners, in particular screws, can be used to fasten the holding device 10. The through holes preferably have a diameter between 5 mm and 15 mm, in particular 6 mm and 14 mm, in particular 7 mm and 12 mm, in particular 11 mm. Alternatively, larger or smaller diameters are possible, provided they are suitable.

[0049] Other embodiments of the present invention are possible and can be understood and carried out by those skilled in the art when applying the claimed subject matter from a study of the figures, the disclosure, and the appended claims. In particular, the respective parts / functions of the respective embodiment described above can also be combined with one another. In the claims, the word "comprising" does not exclude other elements or steps, and the indefinite article "a" or "an" does not exclude a plurality. The mere fact that certain measures are recited in mutually dependent claims does not mean that a combination of these measures cannot be advantageous. Any reference signs in the claims should not be interpreted as limiting the scope of the claims. List of reference symbols: L longitudinal direction 10 Holding device 11 stopping section 12 Fastening section 13 Fastening element 13a first fastening element 13b second fastening element 14 support section 15 free space 16 Holding element 17 gap 18 Perforation 19 circular sections 20 lead 21 circular recess

Claims

[1] Holding device (10) for a beverage container, comprising: at least one holding section (11) designed to hold the beverage container; at least one fastening section (12) designed to fasten the holding device (10); wherein the fastening section comprises at least one fastening element (13). [2] Holding device (10) according to claim 1, wherein the holding device (10) is formed in one piece. [3] Holding device (10) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the holding device (10) comprises a thin-walled material and / or is made of a thin-walled material. [4] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one fastening element (13) comprises a through-bore which is designed to cooperate with a fastening means. [5] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fastening section (12) and the holding section (11) span an angle, in particular an angle between 0° and 90°, in particular an angle between 10° and 80°, in particular an angle between 20° and 70°, in particular an angle between 30° and 60°, in particular an angle between 40° and 50°. [6] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding device (10) comprises at least one support section which is designed to stabilize the holding device (10). [7] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding device (10) comprises a gap, wherein the gap is arranged on a center plane of the holding device (10). [8] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding section (11) comprises at least in sections a circular arc-shaped section. [9] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fastening element (13) comprises a substantially U-shaped geometry. [10] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fastening element (13) comprises a substantially circular arc-shaped section, wherein the fastening element (13) has an opening which is directed in the direction of the holding section (11). [11] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fastening element (13) comprises at least one projection which is designed to provide a positive connection. [12] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding section (11) comprises at least one holding element. [13] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding element comprises at least one web which is designed to delimit a beverage container. [14] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding element comprises a U-shaped geometry. [15] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding section (11) comprises at least in sections a hollow cylindrical geometry on which the holding element is arranged. [16] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding element is designed as a web, wherein the web is connected with both axial ends to the hollow cylindrical geometry. [17] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding device (10) extends in a first direction and in a second direction which are orthogonal to each other, wherein the maximum extension in the first direction corresponds to the maximum extension in the second direction. [18] Holding device (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the center point of the circular arc-shaped section of the holding section (11) and the center point of the circular arc-shaped section of the fastening element (13) are arranged on a mirror plane of the holding device (10).

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