Portioning device for the variable subdivision of a food container with hinged and adjustable dividers connected to each other via a detachable, mechanically robust joint connection, wherein the portion sizes are flexibly adjustable and the device is reusable and designed for transport.

Abstract

Portioner for dividing a container (1), with at least two separating elements (2-5) which are rotatably connected to each other via a detachable hinge connection (9), wherein an insertion chamfer (6) is provided on a plug-in axis (8) to facilitate the assembly of the hinge connection, and a polygonal locking contour (10) is provided for the positive locking positioning of the separating elements.

Description

1. Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to a portioning device for the variable division of a container for food. 2. State of the art

[0002] Known portioning solutions use rigid partitions or plug-in / clip systems. These are either not foldable, only adjustable to a limited extent, or exhibit increased susceptibility to breakage of the connecting elements. A detachable hinge connection with a defined positive-locking geometry is not known in the prior art. 3. Purpose of the utility model

[0003] The task is to provide a robust, reusable and transport-friendly portioner that allows flexibly adjustable portion sizes and features a mechanically durable connection technology. 4. Solution

[0004] The task is accomplished by a portioner with at least two separating elements connected by a detachable hinge. The hinge may include a plug-in axle. A polygonal detent geometry is provided for positioning, enabling defined detent positions. The separating elements can be folded into a flat transport state. 5. New feature

[0005] The combination of a detachable joint connection, polygonal locking geometry and foldable transport state is not disclosed in the prior art. 6. Inventive step

[0006] The invention is based on the realization that by combining a detachable joint connection with a form-fitting polygonal locking contour, a significantly more robust and at the same time transportable solution can be created. 7. Commercial Applicability

[0007] The portioning device is industrially manufacturable and suitable for commercial use. The invention can be used in various sectors, such as everyday cooking, catering, and takeaway food services. It allows for more flexible use of containers and contributes to a reduction in material consumption and costs, as separate containers with fixed dividers are no longer required. Technical description

[0008] The portioner comprises at least two separating elements (2) which are arranged to rotate relative to each other in a container (1), with four separating elements shown by reference numerals 2 to 5 in the figures as an example. As in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the separating elements divide the interior of the container into several separate areas when in operation. As shown in Fig. Figure 2 shows a perspective view of the structure of the portioner.

[0009] The separating elements are according to Fig. 3 connected via a detachable hinge connection (9) which includes a plug-in axle (8). The plug-in axle (8) has a chamfer (6) at its free end, which facilitates the joining of the components when connecting the separating elements. At least one separating element has a central support (7). Fig. Figure 6 shows an exploded view of the individual components of the portioner.

[0010] According to the positioning is used Fig. 4. A polygonal locking contour (10) with locking surfaces (11) that enables defined rotation positions (12). The locking contour interacts with an internal view (13) of the separating elements. The locking contour has at least four edges.

[0011] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 5, the separating elements can be folded into a transport state. Fig. Figure 7 shows a side view of the portioner in its unfolded operating state.

[0012] The portioning device can be made from one or more suitable materials. It can be manufactured using any suitable production method. Reference symbol list 1 container 2 Separating element first segment 3 Separating element second segment 4 Separating element third segment 5 Separating element fourth segment 6 Introduction phase 7 Central connecting element 8 thru axle 9 Joint connection 10 Polygonal Raster Contour 11 rest areas 12 rotary positions, detent positions 13 Interior view of the separating elements Drawing overview Fig. 1 Top view in operating condition Fig. 2 perspective view portioner Fig. 3 Detail Joint with thru-axle Fig. 4. Detailed view: polygonal grid view Fig. 5. Folded transport state Fig. 6 Exploded view Fig. 7 Side view in the unfolded operating state

Claims

Portioner for dividing a container (1), with at least two separating elements (2-5) which are rotatably connected to each other via a detachable hinge connection (9), wherein an insertion chamfer (6) is provided on a plug-in axis (8) to facilitate the assembly of the hinge connection, and a polygonal locking contour (10) is provided for the positive locking positioning of the separating elements. Portioner according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the separating elements has a central connecting element (7). Portioner according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that it has a polygonal grid contour (10) with at least four edges. Portioner according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the separating elements can be converted into a compact transport state by rotary movement around the joint connection. Portioner according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the portioner comprises two to eight separating elements.

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