Load securing device

Abstract

Load securing device (5) for a loading space (1) of a transport vehicle with a load securing panel (21, 23), wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) has an elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) which runs along the load securing panel (21, 23) and is connected thereto, wherein the load securing device (5) is configured to secure loads against a direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle, wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) is configured to be arranged vertically in the loading space (1) of a transport vehicle in such a way, that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) extends substantially vertically, that the load securing panel (21, 23) is supported in the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle by the load located in the loading space (1) and is supported against the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle exclusively by exactly one loading beam (19), wherein the loading beam (19) runs horizontally and is attached to the side walls of the loading space (1), and that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) is arranged between the load securing panel (21, 23) and the loading beam (19) in such a way that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) transmits forces between the load securing panel (21, 23) and the loading beam (19).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a load securing device for a cargo space of a transport vehicle. Furthermore, the invention relates to a load securing system and a transport vehicle.

[0002] Various load securing devices for the cargo spaces of transport vehicles, such as trucks, are known from the prior art. These devices can be used to secure individual loads or entire sections of the cargo space. An example of a load securing device that can be used to secure an entire section of a cargo space is a load securing net. Load securing nets are used, among other things, to secure packages and general cargo.

[0003] The load securing net can, for example, be stretched between two side tubes, which in turn can be secured to load securing rails in the vehicle's cargo area using suitable fittings. An example of a load securing rail is a so-called airline rail. Typically, two or more load securing rails are provided at different heights on each side wall of the cargo area to securely attach the load securing net to the side walls. The dimensions of the side tubes and the load securing nets are adapted to the dimensions of the cargo area.

[0004] Based on the described prior art, it is an object of the present invention to provide an alternative load securing device which can in particular also be used when only one load securing rail is present on each of the side walls of the loading space, i.e. the load securing device can only be secured at one height.

[0005] This object is achieved by a load securing device according to claim 1, a load securing system according to claim 10 and a transport vehicle according to claim 11. Preferred embodiments of the load securing device and the transport vehicle are the subject of the dependent claims.

[0006] According to a first aspect, the present invention relates to a load securing device for a cargo space of a transport vehicle, comprising a load securing panel. The load securing panel has an elongated reinforcement element that runs along the load securing panel and is connected thereto. The load securing device is configured to secure the load rearwardly in a cargo space of a transport vehicle.The load securing panel is configured to be arranged vertically in the loading space of the transport vehicle such that the elongated reinforcing element runs substantially vertically, that the load securing panel is supported in the direction of travel of the transport vehicle by cargo located in the loading space and is supported against the direction of travel of the transport vehicle exclusively by exactly one loading beam, wherein the loading beam runs horizontally and is fastened to lateral walls of the loading space, and that the elongated reinforcing element is arranged between the load securing panel and the loading beam such that the elongated reinforcing element transmits forces between the load securing panel and the loading beam.

[0007] In other words, according to a first aspect, the invention relates to a load securing device with a flat load securing panel that is held between the load located in the loading space, on the one hand, and a single loading bar, on the other. The load is arranged in front of the load securing panel in the direction of travel of the transport vehicle, while the loading bar is arranged behind the load securing panel in the direction of travel. The load is thus secured to the rear, i.e., against the direction of travel. The load to be secured can, for example, be arranged between the driver's cab of a truck and the load securing panel, while the loading bar is arranged on the other side of the load securing panel and thus between the panel and the rear loading opening of the loading space.

[0008] A loading beam can, for example, be a length-adjustable beam that can be attached to the sides of the cargo area using attachment points or rails. The loading beam is preferably designed to be adjustable in length to accommodate different cargo space sizes. The length adjustability also facilitates installation of the loading beam. The loading beacon generally serves to securely secure and support the load and, in this case, to support the load securing device facing away from the direction of travel.

[0009] The load securing panel has at least one elongated reinforcement element, but may also have more than one elongated reinforcement element, as will be explained in more detail with regard to the following exemplary embodiments. The elongated reinforcement element is attached to the load securing panel such that it extends substantially vertically when the load securing panel is used in a cargo space for load securing. The reinforcement element thus extends from the floor of the cargo space toward the roof of the cargo space, but not necessarily over the entire distance.

[0010] The reinforcement element can be riveted, screwed, or glued to the load securing panel, for example. The reinforcement element is attached to the load securing panel in such a way that, when the load securing device is in use, it is positioned between the load securing panel and the single loading beam used to secure the load securing device facing the rearward direction of travel. The reinforcement element transfers forces between the loading beam and the load securing panel, thus enabling the load securing device to be secured facing the rearward direction with just a single loading beam. This advantageously eliminates the need for a second loading beam.Rather, the load securing device is expressly intended for loading spaces in which only a single loading beam can be installed, i.e. in which, for example, there is only one load securing rail, such as an airline rail, at one height in the side walls or side walls of the loading space to which the loading beam can be attached.

[0011] The use of the reinforcement element allows for the use of particularly lightweight materials for the load securing panel, which are themselves not sufficiently rigid to secure cargo when supported by only a single loading beam. The loading beam and the load securing device are not connected to each other. Rather, the load securing device simply leans against the loading beam.

[0012] The load securing device is designed to divide the loading space of the transport vehicle perpendicular to the direction of travel. It thus extends, for example, from the floor to the ceiling of the loading space and from one side wall of the loading space to the other side wall of the loading space. The load securing device is adapted accordingly to the size of the loading space transverse to the direction of travel, for example by using a load securing panel whose dimensions essentially correspond to the height and width of the loading space. The dimensions can also be smaller if, for example, side edges are to remain free or if, as will be explained in more detail below, the load securing device comprises two load securing panels.

[0013] Compared to load securing nets, the use of this load securing device offers the advantage that the load securing panels have no or only a few small holes, meaning that the entire load is secured, regardless of its size. This is particularly beneficial when transporting small packages. Unlike load securing nets, the load securing panels cannot become entangled. Load securing nets tend to become entangled during storage. When the load securing nets are to be installed, they are very laborious to unfold and hook into place. In contrast, the installation of the load securing panels is always just as quick. Nevertheless, thanks to their flat dimensions, the load securing panels can be stored in a space-saving manner and can also be used with only one lateral load securing rail on each side.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the elongated reinforcement element is a first elongated reinforcement element. The load securing panel additionally comprises a second elongated reinforcement element. The second elongated reinforcement element runs parallel to the first elongated reinforcement element, is connected to the load securing panel, and transmits forces between the load securing panel and the loading beam when the load securing panel is arranged in the loading space and is supported exclusively by the loading beam against the direction of travel of the transport vehicle.

[0015] In the preferred embodiment, the load securing panel has a second reinforcing element parallel to the previously described reinforcing element, hereinafter referred to as the first reinforcing element. The two preferably identical reinforcing elements are arranged parallel to each other on the load securing panel. For example, the two reinforcing elements can be arranged symmetrically on the load securing panel and jointly reinforce it, which overall results in a stiffer reinforcing panel and also prevents distortion of the load securing panel when the load securing panel is supported on the loading beam via two parallel reinforcing elements.

[0016] In a further preferred embodiment, the load securing panel is a first load securing panel. The load securing device comprises a second load securing panel. The second load securing panel comprises an elongated reinforcement element that runs along the second load securing panel and is connected to it.The second load securing panel is configured to be arranged vertically in the loading space of the transport vehicle and adjacent to the first load securing panel such that the elongated reinforcing element of the second load securing panel runs substantially vertically, that the second load securing panel is supported in the direction of travel of the transport vehicle by the load located in the loading space and is also supported exclusively by the loading beam against the direction of travel of the transport vehicle, and that the elongated reinforcing element of the second load securing panel is arranged between the second load securing panel and the precisely one loading beam such that the elongated reinforcing element transmits forces between the second load securing panel and the loading beam.

[0017] In other words, the preferred embodiment provides for the load securing device to have not just one load securing panel, but two. The load securing panels extend parallel to one another and thus preferably cover the entire width of the cargo space. Both load securing panels are preferably constructed identically so that they are interchangeable. In any case, however, the second load securing panel, like the first load securing panel, has a reinforcing element that is attached flat to the second load securing panel and stiffens it.

[0018] Since the structure of the second load securing panel is identical to that of the first, previously described load securing panel, reference is made to the above description to avoid unnecessary repetition. The use of two load securing panels facilitates the installation of the load securing device in the cargo area. Since each load securing panel preferably only occupies a maximum of half the width of the cargo area, the load securing panels can be handled and stored significantly more easily when not in use.

[0019] It is further preferred if the elongated reinforcement element of the second load securing panel is a first elongated reinforcement element of the second load securing panel, and the second load securing panel additionally has a second elongated reinforcement element. The second elongated reinforcement element runs parallel to the first elongated reinforcement element of the second load securing panel, is connected to the second load securing panel, and transmits forces between the second load securing panel and the loading beam when the second load securing panel is arranged in the loading space and is supported exclusively by the loading beam against the direction of travel of the transport vehicle.

[0020] Corresponding to the first load securing panel, it is also preferable to provide a second reinforcement element on the second load securing panel. To avoid unnecessary repetition, with regard to the arrangement, design, and function of the second reinforcement element on the second load securing panel, reference is made to the above description of the second reinforcement element of the first load securing panel.

[0021] In a preferred embodiment, the reinforcing element or each of the reinforcing elements is formed from a square tube. Furthermore, it is preferred if the reinforcing element or elements are formed from aluminum or another light metal.

[0022] With regard to the construction of the load securing panel(s), it is preferred if they have a honeycomb structure. Honeycomb structures enable the production of particularly lightweight yet relatively robust panels. It is further preferred if the load securing panel(s) are made of a plastic.

[0023] In a preferred embodiment, the load securing panel, or at least one of the load securing panels, has an opening that allows a view through the load securing panel. The load securing panel(s) can also have multiple openings that allow a user to view the load located behind the load securing panel. The holes also serve as handle openings that facilitate lifting and carrying the panels with the reinforcement elements attached to them.

[0024] According to a second aspect, the problem underlying the invention is solved by a load securing system comprising a loading bar and a load securing device according to one of the preceding embodiments. With regard to the specific design of the system and its advantages, reference is made to the above explanations.

[0025] Finally, the problem underlying the invention is solved by a transport vehicle with a loading space and a load securing system according to one of the preceding embodiments. The loading space has a loading floor and side walls. The loading beam is detachably attached to the side walls. The dimensions of the load securing panel or panels are selected such that their height substantially corresponds to a height of the loading space and their combined width substantially corresponds to a width of the loading space, so that the entire width and height of the loading space is filled by the load securing device. The dimensions of the load securing panels can also be selected such that peripheral edges of the desired dimensions remain free and there is also a free space between two panels.

[0026] It is further preferred if load securing rails are formed on the side side walls, which extend parallel to the loading floor, and wherein the loading beam is fastened to the side side walls via the load securing rails.

[0027] With regard to the specific design and advantages of the transport vehicle and the load securing system used therein, reference is made to the above explanations of the embodiments of the load securing system.

[0028] The present invention will be explained below with reference to the drawings, in which Fig. 1 a perspective, partially sectional view of an embodiment of a loading space of a transport vehicle with an embodiment of a load securing system, Fig. 2 a front view of part of an embodiment of a load securing device, Fig. 3 a front view of an embodiment of a load securing panel of the embodiment of Fig. 2, Fig. 4 a side view of the embodiment of Fig. 2 and Fig. 5 a partial sectional view through the embodiment of Fig. 2.

[0029] Fig. 1 shows a perspective, partially sectional view of an exemplary embodiment of a transport vehicle. Part of a cargo space 1 of the transport vehicle is shown, in which an exemplary embodiment of a load securing system 3 is arranged, which in turn comprises an exemplary embodiment of a load securing device 5. The cargo space 1 comprises a loading floor 7, two side walls 9, 11, and a roof 13. A load securing rail or lashing rail 15, 17 is attached to each of the side walls 9, 11. The load securing rails 15, 17 can be, for example, combination lashing rails or airline rails.

[0030] A loading beam 19 is detachably attached to the load securing rails 15, 17, which has fastening means suitable for the rail type. The loading beam 19 is part of the load securing system 3, which additionally comprises the load securing device 5. The load securing device 5 is Fig. 1 is formed by two load securing panels 21, 23. The load securing panels 21, 23 are positioned transversely to a direction of travel 25 of the transport vehicle on the floor 7 of the loading space 1. The height of the load securing panels 21, 23 essentially corresponds to the clear height of the loading space 1, while their width essentially corresponds to half the clear width of the loading space 1. If the two load securing panels 21, 23 are arranged as in Fig. 1 are arranged next to each other, they extend essentially over the entire width of the loading space 1 and thus divide it into two areas 27, 29.

[0031] The front area 27, located in front of the load securing panels 21, 23 in the direction of travel 25, is filled with cargo (not shown). The load securing panels 21, 23 are held in place in the direction of travel 25 by the load, which may, for example, be a plurality of individual load items, such as packages and parcels. The load securing panels 21, 23 are held in place by the loading beam 19 in the area 29 located behind the load securing panels 21, 23 in the direction of travel 25.

[0032] Two elongated reinforcement elements 31, 33 are arranged on each of the load securing panels 21, 23. The reinforcement elements 31, 33 extend parallel to each other and are spaced apart from each other. Fig. 1, the reinforcement elements 31, 33 extend vertically, i.e. perpendicular to the floor 7 of the loading space 1, when the load securing panels 21, 23 are arranged in the loading space. The elongated reinforcement elements 31, 33 are attached to the load securing panels 21, 23 in such a way that they are arranged between the loading beam 19 and the load securing panels 21, 23 and thus transmit forces between the loading beam 19 and the load securing panels 21, 23. This makes it possible to use large-area, lightweight panels 21, 23 for load securing, even though they are secured against the direction of travel 25 by only a single loading beam 19.

[0033] The reinforcement elements 31, 33 extend essentially over the entire height of the load securing panels 21, 23, thus significantly stiffening them. This allows the use of a lightweight material, such as plastic honeycomb panels, for the panels 21, 23, as they are sufficiently stiffened by the reinforcement elements 31, 33. In the exemplary embodiment, square aluminum tubes are used as the elongated reinforcement elements 31, 33.

[0034] In the Fig. 2 to 5 one of the two panels 21, 23 is shown again individually. In Fig. 2 shows a front view of the panel 21, 23. In addition to the two elongated reinforcement elements 31, 33, two openings 35 can be seen that have been introduced into the panel 21, 23. The two openings 35 allow a user of the load securing device 5 to grasp the panels 21, 23 for installation in the loading space 1.

[0035] In Fig. Figure 3 shows one of the two load securing panels 21, 23 without the two reinforcement elements 31, 33. Therefore, the holes 37 can be seen, where the reinforcement elements 31, 33 are attached to the panels 21, 23 by rivets. The holes 37 are only partially provided with reference symbols.

[0036] In Fig. Figure 4 shows a side view of one of the two load securing panels 21, 23 with the elongated reinforcement element 31, 33 attached thereto. This clearly shows how small the thickness of the panel 21, 23 is compared to its height.

[0037] Finally, in Fig. 5 shows a sectional view through the connection between one of the reinforcing elements 31, 33 and the panel 21, 23. In addition to the rectangular cross section of the reinforcing element 31, 33, Fig. 5 also shows an exemplary rivet 39, with which the reinforcing element 31, 33 and the load securing panel 21, 23 are connected. The honeycomb structure of the panels 21, 23 is shown in Fig. 5 is illustrated by the double wall 41, 43 of the panels 21, 23. List of reference symbols 1 cargo space 3 Load securing system 5 Load securing device 7 Loading floor 9, 11 Side wall of the cargo area 13 Roof of the cargo area 15, 17 Load securing rail, lashing rail 19 loading bars 21, 23 Load securing panel 25 Direction of travel 27 front area of the cargo area 29 rear area of the cargo area 31, 33 Reinforcing element 35 Opening 37 bore 39 rivet 41, 43 wall

Claims

[1] Load securing device (5) for a loading space (1) of a transport vehicle with a load securing panel (21, 23), wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) has an elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) which runs along the load securing panel (21, 23) and is connected thereto, wherein the load securing device (5) is configured to secure loads against a direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle, wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) is configured to be arranged vertically in the loading space (1) of a transport vehicle in such a way, that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) extends substantially vertically, that the load securing panel (21, 23) is supported in the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle by the load located in the loading space (1) and is supported against the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle exclusively by exactly one loading beam (19), wherein the loading beam (19) runs horizontally and is attached to the side walls of the loading space (1), and that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) is arranged between the load securing panel (21, 23) and the loading beam (19) in such a way that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) transmits forces between the load securing panel (21, 23) and the loading beam (19). [2] Load securing device (5) according to claim 1, wherein the elongate reinforcing element (31, 33) is a first elongate reinforcing element (31, 33) and the load securing panel (21, 23) has a second elongate reinforcing element (31, 33), wherein the second elongate reinforcing element (31, 33) runs parallel to the first elongated reinforcing element (31, 33), is connected to the load securing panel (21, 23) and Transfers forces between the load securing panel (21, 23) and the loading beam (19) when the load securing panel (21, 23) is arranged in the loading space (1) and is supported exclusively by the loading beam (19) against the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle. [3] Load securing device (5) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) is a first load securing panel (21, 23) and the load securing device (5) has a second load securing panel (21, 23), wherein the second load securing panel (21, 23) comprises an elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) which runs along the second load securing panel (21, 23) and is connected thereto, wherein the second load securing panel (21, 23) is configured to be arranged vertically in the loading space (1) of a transport vehicle and adjacent to the first load securing panel (21, 23) in such a way that that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) of the second load securing panel (21, 23) extends substantially vertically, that the second load securing panel (21, 23) is supported in the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle by the load located in the loading space (1) and is also supported exclusively by the loading beam (19) against the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle, and that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) of the second load securing panel is arranged between the second load securing panel (21, 23) and the precisely one loading beam (19) in such a way that the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) transmits forces between the second load securing panel (21, 23) and the loading beam (19). [4] Load securing device (5) according to claim 3, wherein the elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) of the second load securing panel (21, 23) is a first elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) of the second load securing panel (21, 23) and the second load securing panel (21, 23) has a second elongated reinforcing element (31, 33), wherein the second elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) of the second load securing panel (21, 23) runs parallel to the first elongated reinforcing element (31, 33) of the second load securing panel (21, 23), is connected to the second load securing panel (21, 23) and Transfers forces between the second load securing panel (21, 23) and the loading beam (19) when the second load securing panel (21, 23) is arranged in the loading space (1) and is supported exclusively by the loading beam (19) against the direction of travel (25) of the transport vehicle. [5] Load securing device (5) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the reinforcing element (31, 33) or each of the reinforcing elements (31, 33) is formed by a square tube. [6] Load securing device (5) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the reinforcing element (31, 33) or the reinforcing elements (31, 33) are formed from aluminum or another light metal. [7] Load securing device (5) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) or the load securing panels (21, 23) have a honeycomb structure. [8] Load securing device (5) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) or the load securing panels (21, 23) are formed from a plastic. [9] Load securing device (5) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the load securing panel (21, 23) or at least one of the load securing panels (21, 23) has an opening (35) through which the load securing panel (21, 23) can be lifted. [10] Load securing system (3) comprising a loading bar (19) and a load securing device (5) according to one of the preceding claims. [11] Transport vehicle with a loading space (1) and a load securing system (3) according to claim 10, wherein the loading space (1) has a loading floor (7) and side walls (9, 11) and wherein the loading beam (19) is detachably fastened to the side walls (9, 11). [12] Transport vehicle according to claim 11, wherein load securing rails (15, 17) are formed on the side walls (9, 11) and extend parallel to the loading floor (7), and wherein the loading beam (19) is fastened to the side walls (9, 11) via the load securing rails (15, 17).

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