Waste bin

Abstract

Waste container comprising a container body (100) and a lid (200) hinged to a rear side of an upper area of ​​the container body (100), characterized in that - a locking device (300) is provided on an inside side of the container body (100), - a release space (100a) is formed on a front or in a side area of ​​the container body (100) which is designed to allow a user's hand to reach into the container body (100), wherein the locking device (300) is arranged near the release space (100a); - a locking element (400) is attached to a side of the lid (200) facing the container body (100); - the locking device (300) comprises a locking seat (310), an actuating lever (320) rotatably connected to the locking seat (310), and a catch (330) rotatably connected to the locking seat (310), wherein the locking element (400) can be engaged in the locking seat (310) by the catch (330) to lock the cover (200); and - when the actuating lever (320) is pulled, the catch (330) can be set in rotation, whereby the catch (330) moves the locking element (400) out of the locking seat (310), so that the cover (200) is unlocked and can be opened.

Description

[0001] The present utility model relates to the technical field of waste containers, in particular a waste container.

[0002] Some detached houses have waste bins placed in the yard or next to a porch for residents to dispose of their daily waste. However, because these bins are in an open area, passersby or other people can throw foreign items into them, negatively impacting the residents' experience. Users frequently have to remove unauthorized waste, increasing maintenance costs.

[0003] The current state of the art does not provide an effective solution to the aforementioned problems.

[0004] The present utility model provides a waste container to solve the problem of insufficient purpose-bound nature of existing waste containers.

[0005] To achieve the aforementioned purpose, the present utility model provides a waste container according to claim 1. Further developments are specified in the dependent claims.

[0006] In particular, the present utility model provides a waste container comprising a container body and a lid hinged to a rear side of an upper area of ​​the container body, wherein a locking device is provided on an inside of the container body, a clearance is formed on a front or in a side area of ​​the container body to allow a user's hand to reach into the container body, and the locking device is arranged near the clearance; a closing element is attached to a side of the lid facing the container body; - the locking device comprises a locking seat, an actuating lever rotatably connected to the locking seat and a catch rotatably connected to the locking seat, wherein the locking element can be engaged in the locking seat by the catch in order to lock the cover; - When the operating lever is pulled, the catch can be set in rotation, whereby the catch moves the locking element out of the locking seat, so that the lid is unlocked and can be opened.

[0007] Optionally, a front top bar and a door leaf are provided on the front of the container body, and the clearance space is located between the front top bar and the door leaf.

[0008] Optionally, the locking device is attached to the inside of the front top bar.

[0009] Optionally, the container body includes two side walls, and the space between the side walls is divided by a partition frame to form two or more receiving compartments; the locking device is attached to an upper frame section of the partition frame.

[0010] Optionally, the catch comprises a first rotating element and a second rotating element, each rotatably connected to the locking seat; the first rotating element and the second rotating element form a dead-center stop; the actuating lever and the first rotating element can be in contact with each other or rigidly connected to each other, and a limiting recess is formed at one end section of the second rotating element, the limiting recess being designed to receive the locking element; in the locked state, the locking element is located in the limiting recess, and the limiting recess is located in the locking seat; - when unlocking, the actuating lever rotates to set the first rotary element in motion, whereby the first rotary element exceeds the dead center stop, the second rotary element rotates, and the limiting recess moves away from the locking seat to bring the locking element out of the locking seat; - When locking, the locking element is pressed into the limiting recess, the second rotary element rotates and thereby returns the operating lever to its starting position.

[0011] Optionally, a first torsion spring is arranged around a rotation axis of the first rotating element, and a second torsion spring is arranged around a rotation axis of the second rotating element; The first torsion spring is designed such that the first rotating element has a tendency to rotate towards a locking position in order to provide a restoring force to the actuating lever; - the second torsion spring is designed such that the second rotating element has a tendency to rotate towards an unlocking position in order to hold the limiting recess in a state away from the locking seat after unlocking.

[0012] Optionally, the locking device is attached to the front of the container body, and the axes of rotation of the first rotating element and the second rotating element extend along a direction perpendicular to a plate surface of the door leaf; - the actuating lever is firmly connected to the first rotating element, meaning that the actuating lever and the first rotating element are coaxial.

[0013] Optionally, the locking device is mounted in a side area of ​​the container body; the axes of rotation of the first rotary element and the second rotary element extend along a direction perpendicular to a plate surface of the side wall; the actuating lever is rotatably connected to an upper area of ​​the locking seat, and the axis of rotation of the actuating lever extends along a vertical direction, with the actuating lever and the first rotary element being able to abut each other in order to set each other in rotation.

[0014] Optionally, the locking element is U-shaped; or the locking element is rod-shaped and extends along a horizontal direction.

[0015] Optionally, the waste container also includes an ejection mechanism that is attached to the upper part of the container body and is designed to push the lid open when the lid is unlocked.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the embodiment achieved using the technical solution provided by the present utility model has the following advantageous effects: The locking mechanism of the waste container of this utility model, as well as its operating lever, are located inside the container body and are effectively concealed within its internal structure, making them invisible from the outside. The user can only open the lid by reaching into the designated space and operating the lever. This effectively reduces the risk of passersby and other unauthorized persons disposing of waste in the container, thus improving the container's suitability for its intended purpose and making its management more controllable. Furthermore, the locking mechanism for the lid can also provide some wind protection. Finally, the overall design of the waste container is simple and aesthetically pleasing, and the cost is low.

[0017] The drawings, which form part of this utility model, serve to provide a further understanding of this utility model, so that further features, purposes, and advantages of this utility model become clearer. The drawings of schematic embodiments of this utility model and their descriptions serve to explain this utility model and do not constitute an impermissible restriction of this utility model. The drawings show: Fig. 1 a schematic structural representation of a waste container according to some embodiments of the present utility model; Fig. 2 a schematic structural representation of a waste container according to some embodiments of the present utility model; Fig. 3 an enlarged schematic representation of part A from Fig. 1; Fig. 4 an enlarged schematic representation of part B from Fig. 2; Fig. 5 a schematic structural representation of a locking device in the unlocked state according to some embodiments of the present utility model, wherein part of the structure of the locking seat is not visible; Fig. 6 a schematic structural representation of a locking device in the locked state according to some embodiments of the present utility model, wherein part of the structure of the locking seat is not visible; Fig. 7 a schematic structural representation of a waste container according to some embodiments of the present utility model; Fig. 8 a schematic structural representation of a waste container according to some embodiments of the present utility model; Fig. 9 an enlarged schematic representation of part A from Fig. 7; Fig. 10 an enlarged schematic representation of part B from Fig. 8; Fig. 11 a schematic structural representation of a locking device in the locked state according to some embodiments of the present utility model, wherein part of the structure of the locking seat is not visible.

[0018] To facilitate the understanding of the solution of this utility model by those skilled in the relevant technical field, exemplary embodiments of this utility model are clearly and completely described below with reference to the figures. It is understood that the described exemplary embodiments represent only a portion of the possible embodiments and not all of them.

[0019] It should be noted that the terms "first", "second", etc., used in the description, claims, and figures serve only to distinguish similar elements from one another and do not necessarily indicate a specific order or chronological sequence. It should be understood that these terms are interchangeable, where appropriate, without departing from the scope of the embodiments of the present utility model presented in this description.

[0020] In this utility model, the terms "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "front," "back," "upper side," "lower side," "inside," "outside," "center," "vertical," "horizontal," "transverse," and "longitudinal," etc., indicate the positional relationships based on those depicted in the figures. These terms primarily serve to better describe this utility model and its embodiments and are not to be understood as implying that the devices, elements, or components they designate must necessarily have a specific spatial orientation or be assembled and operated in a specific spatial orientation. Furthermore, the aforementioned terms may have other meanings besides indicating positional relationships; for example, the term "top" may in certain cases also express an attachment or a connection.For a person skilled in the art, it is possible to recognize the relevant meaning of these terms in each context based on the specific circumstances within the framework of the present utility model.

[0021] In the four embodiments of the present utility model, the connections between the respective components – regardless of whether they are referred to as "connected," "permanently connected," or "removably connected" – are preferably designed as screw connections to facilitate transport and assembly by the user. Specifically, such a screw connection may comprise a bolt or screw, a nut, and optionally washers.

[0022] The present utility model provides a waste container. As in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 to Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the waste container comprises a container body 100 and a lid 200 hinged to a rear side of an upper region of the container body 100. The waste container serves as a base for a waste container. When the lid 200 is opened, it can, via a pull cord, pull the lid of the waste container located inside the container body 100.

[0023] As in the Fig. 1 and Fig. As shown in Figure 2, a locking device 300 is provided on an inner side of the container body 100, and a clearance space 100a is formed on a front or side area of ​​the container body 100, which is designed to allow a user's hand to reach into the container body 100. The locking device 300 is located near the clearance space 100a so that the user can extend their hand into the container body 100 to actuate the locking device 300. The locking device 300 is essentially not visible when the lid 200 is closed.

[0024] As in the Fig. 1 and Fig. As shown in Figure 3, a locking element 400 is attached to a side of the lid 200 facing the container body 100. The locking device 300 comprises a locking seat 310, an actuating lever 320 rotatably connected to the locking seat 310, and a catch 330 rotatably connected to the locking seat 310. The locking element 400 can be engaged in the locking seat 310 by the catch 330 to lock the lid 200. When the actuating lever 320 is pulled, the catch 330 can be rotated, and the catch 330 moves the locking element 400 out of the locking seat 310, thus unlocking the lid 200 and allowing it to be opened.

[0025] The locking device 300 can be a prior art mechanical snap lock. When the cover 200 is closed, the locking element 400 and the locking device 300 automatically engage. When the actuating lever 320 is pulled manually, the locking device 300 releases the limit of the locking element 400.

[0026] In this way, the locking device 300 of the waste container of the present utility model, as well as its operating lever 320, are located inside the container body 100 and are effectively concealed within the internal structure of the container body 100, so that they are not visible from the outside. The user can only open the lid 200 by reaching into the opening 100a and simultaneously operating the lever 320. This effectively reduces the possibility of passersby and other unauthorized persons disposing of waste in the container, thus improving the intended purpose and controllability of the waste container's management. Furthermore, the locking function of the locking device 300 for the lid 200 can also, to a certain extent, provide wind protection. Finally, the overall structure of the waste container is simple and attractive, and the costs are low.

[0027] Preferably, as in the Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 2 shows a front top bar 120 and a door leaf 110 provided at the front of the container body 100, and a clearance space 100a is provided between the front top bar 120 and the door leaf 110. The front top bar 120 forms part of the upper area of ​​the container body 100 and serves to come into direct contact with the lid 200.

[0028] Optional, as in the Fig. 1 and Fig. As shown in Figure 2, the locking device 300 is attached to the inside of the front top bar 120, so that the locking device 300 can interact with the locking element 400 on the lid 200. The user can operate the actuating lever 320 of the locking device 300 from the front of the waste container, making it convenient and easy to use.

[0029] As a specific embodiment of the locking device 300, it comprises, as shown in the Fig. 4, Fig. 5 to Fig. Figure 6 shows the catch 330 comprising a first rotating element 331 and a second rotating element 332, each rotatably connected to the locking seat 310. The first rotating element 331 and the second rotating element 332 form a dead-center stop.

[0030] Specifically, as in Fig. Figure 4 shows the locking seat 310, a fixedly connected mounting plate 311, and a limiting chamber 312. The limiting chamber 312 covers the surface of the mounting plate 311, and the first rotating element 331 and the second rotating element 332 are rotatably connected in a cavity enclosed by the mounting plate 311 and the limiting chamber 312. Specifically, the mounting plate 311 is fixedly connected to the container body 100.

[0031] As in the Fig. 5 and Fig. As shown in Figure 6, the actuating lever 320 and the first rotary element 331 can be in contact with each other or be rigidly connected. A limiting recess 332a is formed on one end section of the second rotary element 332, and the limiting recess 332a serves to receive the locking element 400. In the locked state, the locking element 400 is located in the limiting recess 332a, and the limiting recess 332a is located in the locking seat 310.

[0032] When unlocking, with reference to Fig. 5, the actuating lever 320 rotates, thereby setting the first rotary element 331 into rotation. The first rotary element 331 passes the dead center stop, the second rotary element 332 rotates, and the limiting recess 332a moves away from the locking seat 310 to release the locking element 400 from the locking seat 310.

[0033] When locking, with reference to Fig. 6, the locking element 400 is pressed into the limiting recess 332a, the second rotary element 332 rotates and thereby returns the actuating lever 320 to its starting position.

[0034] Preferably, a first torsion spring is arranged around a pivot axis of the first rotary element 331, and a second torsion spring is arranged around a pivot axis of the second rotary element 332. The first torsion spring is configured to impart a tendency to rotate the first rotary element 331 towards a locking position in order to provide a restoring force to the actuating lever 320. The second torsion spring is configured to impart a tendency to rotate the second rotary element 332 towards an unlocking position in order to hold the limiting recess 332a in a position away from the locking seat 310 after unlocking.

[0035] As a detailed optional embodiment, as shown in the Fig. 7, Fig. 8, Fig. 9 to Fig. As shown in Figure 10, the container body 100 comprises only a receiving space. The container body 100 includes a door leaf 110, a front top bar 120, two side walls 130, a rear wall 140, and a rear top bar 150. The lid 200 is hinged to the rear top bar 150. The front top bar 120 and the rear top bar 150 are each connected between the two side walls 130. The front top bar 120, the rear top bar 150, and the upper portions of the two side walls 130 together form a supporting structure for the top of the container body 100. The door leaf 110 is hinged to a side edge of any one of the side walls 130.

[0036] Specifically, the locking device 300 is attached to the front top bar 120, and the locking element 400 is attached to a position on the cover 200 opposite the locking device 300.

[0037] As a further detailed optional embodiment, the container body 100 forms two or more receiving spaces, one receiving space corresponding to the receiving of a waste container. For example, the container body 100 forms, with reference to the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2. Two receiving compartments. The container body 100 comprises two side walls 130, and the space between the side walls 130 is divided by a partition frame 160 to form two or more receiving compartments. Specifically, each receiving compartment is provided with a corresponding door leaf 110 and a corresponding rear wall 140. The door leaf 110 can be hinged to the partition frame 160 or to the side wall 130. Both sides of the rear wall 140 can be attached between the partition frame 160 and the side wall 130, or between the partition frames 160 and each other. Preferably, the locking device 300 is attached to the upper frame section of the partition frame 160. The user's hand can reach from the release space 100a at the front of the container body 100 into the container body 100 to operate the locking device 300 arranged on the separating frame 160.

[0038] Other optional embodiments are not described further in this utility model.

[0039] One specific embodiment is, as in the Fig. 8, Fig. 9, Fig. 10 to Fig. Figure 11 shows the locking device 300 attached to the front of the container body 100, in particular it can be attached to the front top bar 120. The axes of rotation of the first rotary element 331 and the second rotary element 332 extend along a direction perpendicular to a plate surface of the door leaf 110 when the door leaf 110 is closed. The actuating lever 320 is fixedly connected to the first rotary element 331, whereby this can be a split fixed connection or the actuating lever 320 and the first rotary element 331 can be formed directly as one piece, that is, the actuating lever 320 and the first rotary element 331 are coaxial.This allows the user, when standing in front of the waste container and extending their hand into the clearance space 100a, to pull the operating lever 320 towards themselves to operate the locking device 300, making operation more convenient for the user.

[0040] One specific embodiment is, as in the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4, Fig. 5 to Fig. Figure 6 shows the locking device 300 being mounted in a side region of the container body 100, in particular it can be mounted on the side wall 130 or on the upper frame section of the partition frame 160. The axes of rotation of the first rotary element 331 and the second rotary element 332 extend along a direction perpendicular to a plate surface of the side wall 130. The actuating lever 320 is rotatably connected to the top of the locking seat 310, in particular it can be rotatably connected to the top of the mounting plate 311, and the axis of rotation of the actuating lever 320 extends along a vertical direction. The actuating lever 320 and the first rotary element 331 can bear against each other to cause the other to rotate.This allows the user, even if the locking device 300 is located in a lateral position inside the waste container, to still pull the operating lever 320 towards him when he is standing in front of the waste container, which corresponds to the user's usage habits.

[0041] As an optional embodiment, the locking element 400 is U-shaped.

[0042] One preferred embodiment is, as described in the Fig. 3 and Fig. Figure 9 shows the locking element 400 as rod-shaped and extending along a horizontal direction. Compared to the U-shaped locking element 400, the single-point contact of the U-shaped hook in the rod-shaped locking element 400 is changed to a line contact along the longitudinal axis, thereby significantly increasing the tolerance for deviations of the cover 200 during assembly and use, so that reliable locking is still ensured even with a slight tilting of the cover 200.

[0043] Furthermore, as in the Fig. 4 and Fig.Figure 11 shows that the waste container of the present utility model further comprises an ejection mechanism 500, which is attached to the top of the container body and serves to push open the lid 200 when the lid 200 is unlocked. The ejection mechanism 500 can also indicate to the user that the lid 200 has been unlocked, thereby improving the user experience.

[0044] The ejection mechanism 500 can also be implemented using the prior art. Specifically, the ejection mechanism 500 comprises a mounting seat attached to the top of the container body 100, an elastic element telescopically arranged in the mounting seat, and a push rod connected to the elastic element, extending towards the lid 200. When the lid 200 is in the locked position, the push rod is compressed to store energy. After the lid 200 is unlocked, the elastic element releases potential energy and drives the push rod to press against the underside of the lid 200, causing the lid 200 to spring open slightly.

[0045] In summary, the waste container of the present utility model can help the user to achieve effective control over the personal waste disposal area, significantly reduce the frequency with which unauthorized persons use the waste container when passing by, reduce the cleaning burden on the user, and at the same time has a simple structure and is easy to use.

[0046] In the present utility model, the terms "assembly," "arranged," "provided," "connected," "coupled," "plugged in," and the like are to be understood in a broad sense. For example, a connection can be a permanent connection, a detachable connection, or a one-piece assembly; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can represent a direct connection or an indirect connection via an intermediate component, or it can describe an internal connection between two devices, elements, or components. A person skilled in the art can recognize the relevant meaning of these terms in each context based on the specific circumstances within the framework of the present utility model.

[0047] The foregoing description merely presents preferred embodiments of the present utility model and is not intended to limit it. Various modifications and adaptations of the present utility model are possible for a person skilled in the art. Reference symbol list: 100 container bodies; 100a Exemption area; 110 door leaf; 120 Front top bar; 130 side wall; 140 back panel; 150 Rear top bar; 160 divider frames; 200 lids; 300 locking device; 310 Locking seat; 311 Mounting plate; 312 Limitation chamber; 320 operating levers; 330 snappers; 331 First rotating element; 332 Second rotating element; 332a Limitation exemption; 400 locking element; 500 ejection mechanism.

Claims

Waste container comprising a container body (100) and a lid (200) hinged to a rear side of an upper region of the container body (100), characterized in that: - a locking device (300) is provided on an inside of the container body (100); - a clearance space (100a) is formed on a front or in a side region of the container body (100), which is designed to allow a user's hand to reach into the container body (100), the locking device (300) being located near the clearance space (100a); - a closing element (400) is attached to a side of the lid (200) facing the container body (100);- the locking device (300) comprises a locking seat (310), an actuating lever (320) rotatably connected to the locking seat (310), and a catch (330) rotatably connected to the locking seat (310), wherein the locking element (400) can be engaged in the locking seat (310) by the catch (330) to lock the cover (200); and- when the actuating lever (320) is pulled, the catch (330) can be rotated, the catch (330) moving the locking element (400) out of the locking seat (310), so that the cover (200) is unlocked and can be opened.; Waste container according to claim 1, characterized in that a front top bar (120) and a door leaf (110) are provided on the front of the container body (100) and the clearance space (100a) is provided between the front top bar (120) and the door leaf (110). Waste container according to claim 2, characterized in that the locking device (300) is attached to the inside of the front top bar (120). Waste container according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that the container body (100) comprises two side walls (130), a space between the side walls (130) is separated by a partition frame (160) to form two or more receiving spaces, and the locking device (300) is attached to an upper frame section of the partition frame (160). Waste container according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that: - the catch (330) comprises a first rotary element (331) and a second rotary element (332), each rotatably connected to the locking seat (310), wherein the first rotary element (331) and the second rotary element (332) form a dead center detent; - the actuating lever (320) and the first rotary element (331) can abut each other or be rigidly connected to each other, and a limiting recess (332a) is formed on an end section of the second rotary element (332), wherein the limiting recess (332a) is designed to receive the locking element (400); - in the locked state, the locking element (400) is located in the limiting recess (332a) and the limiting recess (332a) is located in the locking seat (310);- when unlocking, the actuating lever (320) rotates, thereby setting the first rotary element (331) in motion, whereby the first rotary element (331) passes the dead center stop, the second rotary element (332) rotates, and the limiting recess (332a) moves away from the locking seat (310) to release the locking element (400) from the locking seat (310); and - when locking, the locking element (400) is pressed into the limiting recess (332a), the second rotary element (332) rotates, thereby returning the actuating lever (320) to its initial position. Waste container according to claim 5, characterized in that: - a first torsion spring is arranged around an axis of rotation of the first rotating element (331) and a second torsion spring is arranged around an axis of rotation of the second rotating element (332); - the first torsion spring is designed such that the first rotating element (331) has a tendency to rotate in the direction of a locking position in order to provide a restoring force to the actuating lever (320); and - the second torsion spring is designed such that the second rotating element (332) has a tendency to rotate in the direction of an unlocking position in order to hold the limiting recess (332a) in a state away from the locking seat (310) after unlocking. Waste container according to claim 5 or 6, characterized in that the locking device (300) is attached to the front of the container body (100), the axes of rotation of the first rotary element (331) and the second rotary element (332) extend along a direction perpendicular to a plate surface of the door leaf (110), and the actuating lever (320) is fixedly connected to the first rotary element (331), i.e., the actuating lever (320) and the first rotary element (331) are coaxial. Waste container according to one of claims 5 to 7, characterized in that: - the locking device (300) is mounted in a side region of the container body (100); - the axes of rotation of the first rotating element (331) and the second rotating element (332) extend along a direction perpendicular to a plate surface of the side wall (130); - the actuating lever (320) is rotatably connected to an upper region of the locking seat (310), wherein an axis of rotation of the actuating lever (320) extends along a vertical direction; and - the actuating lever (320) and the first rotating element (331) can abut each other in order to set each other into rotation. Waste container according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the closing element (400) is U-shaped; or the closing element (400) is rod-shaped and extends in a horizontal direction. Waste container according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the waste container further comprises an ejection mechanism (500) which is attached to the upper part of the container body (100) and is designed to push open the lid (200) when the lid (200) is unlocked.

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