Packaging device for a two-wheeler

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a packaging device for packaging a two-wheeler, in particular a bicycle.

[0002] Such packaging devices are used, for example, to deliver brand-new two-wheelers, especially bicycles, from the manufacturer to the dealer and / or the end customer. In particular, the importance of direct sales via the internet to the end customer has increased significantly. Shipping the two-wheeler in the opposite direction—i.e., from the dealer or end customer to the manufacturer, or from the end customer to the dealer—for the purpose of repair or maintenance work on the two-wheeler is also important in practice.

[0003] In addition to reliable packaging of the bicycle, a small pack size is advantageous for saving transport costs. For this purpose, it is common practice to pack the bicycle partially disassembled. For example, the front wheel is removed from the bicycle frame, while the rear wheel remains attached to the frame. The handlebars can be positioned horizontally or removed. Other bicycle parts and / or accessories or equipment are usually shipped together with the bicycle in the packaging.

[0004] EP 3 611 106 A1 describes a transport device for a bicycle made of cardboard and / or paperboard. The bicycle is positioned on a stand element. A lid-like cover is placed over the bicycle. This transport device proves to be inflexible with regard to different bicycle sizes and, in particular, the shipping of bicycle parts and / or accessories.

[0005] A bicycle transport packaging is described in DE 20 2018 102 422 U1. The bicycle is positioned on a trough-shaped stand element. A cover is placed over the stand element. A frame section is fixed to the inside of the cover by means of a support element. The support element is secured by hot-gluing or screwing, which proves to be difficult to handle.

[0006] WO 2019 / 124516 A1 describes a bicycle transport package with a holder for the rear wheel of a bicycle. The holder is semicircular and designed as a groove, adapted to the size of the rear wheel. Two support wedges are provided on the bottom for contact with the rear wheel.

[0007] JP 3 210642 U discloses a generic bicycle transport packaging. Two support elements are formed from wound flat material, one of which is arranged at the bottom of the packaging container to accommodate a wheel. The other support element is placed on top of the wheel and supports the wheel relative to the casing of the packaging container. A comparable construction, which has support elements with slots for receiving wheels, is described in EP 0 765 823 A1.

[0008] DE 20 2015 006 608 U1 describes a bicycle transport packaging with two support elements arranged vertically above each other on a base or an opening of the packaging container, which are arranged adjacent to a casing of the packaging container.

[0009] US 2,273,544 also discloses a bicycle transport packaging with two support elements for a wheel. One of the support elements is immovably fixed to the bottom and the other support element to the casing of the packaging container.

[0010] Further transport devices for bicycles are described in DE 20 2009 005 489 U1 and in US 2,629,487.

[0011] The object of the present invention is to provide a packaging device for packaging a two-wheeler which enables reliable transport of the two-wheeler.

[0012] This object is achieved by a packaging device according to the invention for packaging a two-wheeler with a frame and at least one wheel mounted thereon, in particular a bicycle, comprising a base, a casing which at least partially encloses a receiving space for the two-wheeler, and an insertion opening for the two-wheeler arranged on a side facing away from the base, wherein the packaging device comprises longitudinal side walls and transverse side walls which define a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction oriented transversely and in particular perpendicularly thereto, wherein the packaging device comprises a first support element protruding from the base into the packaging space and a second support element which is arranged at a distance from the base and preferably at a distance from the first support element in the longitudinal direction, and a wheel receptacle is formed between the support elements, wherein the support elements can be placed on sides of the wheel facing away from one another,wherein the second support element is held on a transverse side wall or on a longitudinal side wall of the casing and is foldably connected to the transverse side wall or the longitudinal side wall, so that the support elements are movable relative to each other to expand the wheel receptacle.

[0013] In the packaging device according to the invention, the preferably at least partially disassembled two-wheeler can be accommodated in the receiving space. The casing, which comprises longitudinal side walls and transverse side walls, encloses the receiving space at least partially and preferably completely. In particular, it is provided that the two-wheeler is aligned and accommodated in the longitudinal direction in the receiving space. On the underside, the packaging device has a base, which can advantageously be designed in multiple layers and allows reliable support of the two-wheeler downwards. For example, a bottom wall of the base is provided, from which the casing protrudes, so that a reliable, in particular material-fit, connection exists between the bottom wall and the casing. On the top side, facing away from the base, the packaging device has an insertion opening through which the two-wheeler can be introduced into the receiving space.The wheel, in particular the rear wheel mounted on the frame, can be positioned in the wheel mount between the support elements. The first support element can be used to secure the wheel, and thus preferably the frame, against longitudinal movement. The second support element can advantageously be used to secure the wheel against movement in the opposite direction. In addition, the second support element can preferably form a hold-down device to fix the wheel vertically.

[0014] Position and orientation specifications such as "bottom," "top," or the like are to be understood as referring to the intended use of the packaging device. In this case, the packaging device rests on a support surface with its underside, the outer side of the base, and the insertion opening is arranged at a distance from the support surface.

[0015] It proves advantageous for the second support element to be held on a transverse side wall or a longitudinal side wall of the casing. This allows the insertion opening and the receiving space to be exposed as much as possible.

[0016] The second support element is foldably connected to the transverse or longitudinal side wall.

[0017] The support elements are movable relative to each other to expand the wheel support. This makes handling the packaging device easier when packing the bicycle. Furthermore, the packaging device offers the possibility of reliably packing bicycles of different sizes in a variety of ways, as the size of the wheel support can be adjusted to the size of the wheel.

[0018] It is advantageous if the floor includes or forms at least one support element for the bicycle, another wheel of the bicycle, and / or a wheel fork of the bicycle. This allows the bicycle or its components to be reliably supported on the ground.

[0019] It is advantageous if the first support element comprises or forms a contact element extending obliquely upwards from the ground in the longitudinal direction away from the second support element. The wheel can be reliably supported on the contact element. In particular, the first support element can form a kind of brake chock or wheel chock, with which the wheel can be secured against longitudinal movement.

[0020] The first support element is preferably wedge-shaped when viewed in the transverse direction.

[0021] Advantageously, the first support element is spaced further apart from the nearest transverse side wall in the longitudinal direction than the second support element is from this transverse side wall. In practice, this has been shown to improve the manufacturing and handling of the packaging device. For example, the second support element can be positioned on or near a transverse side wall, thereby providing the largest possible cross-section of the insertion opening and / or the receiving space for easier insertion of the bicycle.

[0022] The first support element is preferably arranged immovably on the ground in the longitudinal direction.

[0023] Preferably, the second support element is arranged above a center between the base and the insertion opening relative to a height direction of the packaging device. If the packaging device is adapted to a diameter of the wheel in the height direction, this ensures that the support elements can be positioned below the wheel axle and above the wheel axle in order to support the wheel below the wheel axle with the first support element and above the wheel axle with the second support element.

[0024] A groove is preferably arranged or formed at least in sections on the floor between the first support element and the nearest transverse side wall. The wheel can be reliably accommodated in the groove.

[0025] In the transverse direction, the channel is preferably laterally delimited, at least in sections, by raised sections arranged on the floor. Raised sections are advantageously arranged on both sides of the channel. The raised sections are, for example, cuboid-shaped or box-shaped projections on the floor.

[0026] A recess is advantageously formed on at least one raised portion, to the side of the channel, for receiving packaging for bicycle parts and / or bicycle accessories. Bicycle parts or bicycle accessories can, for example, be accommodated in packaging. The packaging can be inserted into the recess. This can preferably have several advantages. The packaging is reliably received in the recess and immovably fixed during transport. Empty spaces between the bicycle and the casing can be utilized, thereby keeping the packing dimensions as small as possible. For example, the packaging is positioned adjacent to a long side wall. The bicycle can preferably be supported on the packaging, thus providing additional security in the receiving space.

[0027] A recess is preferably formed on a raised portion for accommodating a derailleur and / or a chain of the bicycle. The derailleur and chain of a bicycle are sensitive components. To ensure that the derailleur is protected during transport, a recess into which the derailleur can engage is formed, for example, on the top of a raised portion. Preferably, alternatively or additionally, a recess for the chain is formed on a raised portion to prevent direct contact of the chain with components of the packaging device. This is advantageous, for example, due to factory greasing of the chain and when the packaging device is manufactured from a hygroscopic paper material.

[0028] The ground may be designed to exert a tipping moment on the bicycle in the direction of a longitudinal sidewall. For example, the tipping moment acts in a direction away from a rear derailleur to prevent the bicycle from tipping toward the rear derailleur, if possible.

[0029] The tilting moment can be achieved, for example, by positioning elements that are inclined relative to a contact plane of the packaging device.

[0030] The second support element is preferably attached to the casing. This facilitates handling of the packaging device, as the second support element cannot be accidentally lost and is within easy reach of the user when packing the bicycle.

[0031] For example, the second support element is fixed to an edge of the insertion opening in order to allow the support elements to be as far apart as possible.

[0032] It is advantageous if the second support element can be moved from an insertion position in which the insertion opening is exposed, through the insertion opening at least partially into the receiving space into a fixing position in which the support element can be brought into engagement with the wheel, and vice versa. This enables simple handling while at the same time reliably fixing the two-wheeler. In the insertion position, the insertion opening is exposed and the user can insert the two-wheeler into the receiving space and place it on the ground. In particular, the wheel is brought into contact with and / or into engagement with the first support element. The second support element can then be moved from the insertion position into the fixing position and brought into contact with and / or into engagement with the wheel in order to fix it in the wheel receptacle.

[0033] The second support element advantageously has a receiving slot for the wheel. The tire and / or the rim can, for example, engage in the receiving slot and be secured therein, preferably by clamping. The edge of the receiving slot, particularly when made of a paper material, has, for example, foldable fixing elements to enable the second support element to be adjusted to fit wheels of different widths.

[0034] The second support element is preferably arranged in the receiving space in a form-fitting manner in the transverse direction. This preferably allows the wheel to be fixed in a substantially immovable manner in the transverse direction.

[0035] The second support element is preferably wedge-shaped when viewed in the transverse direction.

[0036] To minimize the packing dimensions, it is advantageous to remove one wheel, such as the front wheel of a bicycle, from the frame for transport. This reduces the longitudinal and vertical dimensions of the packaging device, while increasing the transverse dimensions only slightly or not at all.

[0037] It proves advantageous if the packaging device, preferably with respect to the longitudinal direction to the side of the first support element facing away from the second support element, comprises or forms a projection element protruding from the floor with a taper in the direction of the receiving space. Starting from the first support element in the direction away from the second support element, the projection element is arranged, for example, on the floor. The projection element tapers into the receiving space. Conversely, the projection element widens towards the floor. The projection element allows, for example, an alignment or centering of fork ends of the frame when the fork is placed on the ground with the front wheel removed.

[0038] The projection element is preferably wedge-shaped when viewed in the longitudinal direction.

[0039] In the transverse direction, a respective support element for supporting a fork end of a wheel fork is preferably arranged laterally next to the projection element. When the fork ends rest on the support elements, the projection element is positioned between the fork ends. When inserting the wheel fork, the fork ends can be aligned using the projection element, as mentioned above, thus ensuring the positioning of the wheel fork in the transverse direction.

[0040] When the packaging device is manufactured from a paper material, it is preferably provided that the support elements comprise a plurality of superimposed layers of a paper material. This reliably protects the fork ends from damage.

[0041] For example, the projection element is at a distance from the nearest transverse side wall of the casing or is adjacent to it.

[0042] It is advantageous if the packaging device comprises a third support element which is arranged at a distance from the ground and, in the longitudinal direction, at a distance from the first support element and second support element, and which is designed to rest against the frame, in particular a head tube or a stem. In addition to supporting the wheel, the third support element can provide further support on the frame. The third support element is arranged at a distance from the ground and can preferably form a hold-down device for the frame. For example, the head tube or the stem (mounted on the base frame) rests against the third support element or is in engagement with it.

[0043] Preferably, the third support element is arranged above a center between the bottom and the insertion opening with respect to a height direction of the packaging device.

[0044] It is advantageous if the third support element is attached to the casing. This ensures that the third support element cannot be accidentally lost and is within easy reach of the user when packing the bicycle.

[0045] In particular, the third support element can be fixed to an edge of the insertion opening.

[0046] It is advantageous if the third support element is attached to a transverse side wall or a longitudinal side wall of the casing. This allows the largest possible cross-sectional area of ​​the insertion opening and / or the receiving space to be provided for easier insertion of the bicycle.

[0047] It is advantageous if the third support element is foldably connected to the transverse or longitudinal side wall of the casing, in particular when the packaging device is manufactured from a paper material.

[0048] It is advantageous if the third support element can be transferred from an insertion position in which the insertion opening is exposed, through the insertion opening at least partially into the receiving space, into a fixing position in which the support element can be brought into contact with and / or into engagement with the frame, and vice versa. This improves the handling of the packaging device. In the insertion position, the insertion opening is exposed, and the user can insert the bicycle into the receiving space. The third support element can be transferred from the insertion position into the fixing position, thereby fixing the frame by means of the third support element.

[0049] The third support element preferably has a receiving slot for the frame. For example, a head tube or stem of the frame can engage in the receiving slot. The edge of the receiving slot can, for example, when made of a paper material, include foldable fixing elements to allow size adjustment to frames of different dimensions.

[0050] The third support element is preferably positioned in the receiving space with a form-fitting transverse fit. This ensures reliable transverse fixation of the frame.

[0051] Viewed in the transverse direction, the third support element is preferably wedge-shaped.

[0052] In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the second and third support elements are arranged on opposite transverse side walls. In particular, the support elements are held at the edge of the insertion opening and, in particular, are held therein in a foldable manner. The support elements can preferably be moved in directions pointing away from each other out of the receiving space into a respective insertion position and from there, at least in sections, into the receiving space into a respective fixing position.

[0053] The packaging device preferably comprises an outer packaging having a bottom wall and the casing, and an inner packaging arranged on the bottom wall and inserted or insertable into the outer packaging, which preferably forms the bottom at least in sections. As already mentioned, the bottom can in particular be multi-layered. The inner packaging can be placed on the bottom wall of the outer packaging. The bottom can comprise the bottom wall and in particular support elements for the wheel and / or the wheel fork, wherein the support elements are formed by the inner packaging.

[0054] The inner packaging comprises, in particular, at least one of the following: first support element, projection element, stand element, raised portion adjacent to the wheel groove, and support part. The support part will be discussed further below.

[0055] It is advantageous if the inner packaging is arranged in a form-fitting or substantially form-fitting manner between the transverse side walls and / or the long side walls in the longitudinal direction and / or transverse direction. This ensures that the inner packaging is reliably positioned between the long side walls in the longitudinal direction and between the long side walls in the transverse direction. With regard to supporting the bicycle on the inner packaging, the bicycle can also be reliably secured in the longitudinal and transverse directions.

[0056] The outer packaging and / or the inner packaging is preferably formed from a one-piece material blank and unfolded, in particular from a paper material.

[0057] The packaging device preferably comprises a top wall for closing the insertion opening in a closed position. For example, the top wall is held foldably on the casing. After loading the receiving space, the top wall can be folded relative to the casing, thereby closing the insertion opening. A further wall element is preferably held on the top wall, which is, for example, foldably connected to the top wall. In the closed position of the top wall, the further wall element can, for example, at least partially cover a longitudinal side wall.

[0058] It is advantageous if a wall element of a longitudinal side wall can be moved from a release position, in which a filling opening is formed on the longitudinal side wall, to a closed position in which the filling opening is closed, and vice versa. The casing can be opened at the filling opening, allowing the user to better access the receiving space. After loading, the wall element can be moved into the closed position. Preferably, the wall element is then covered by the aforementioned wall element, which is connected to the ceiling wall.

[0059] It is advantageous if the wall element comprises or forms a flap that can be folded outward and preferably secured to the bottom of the packaging device. The wall element is, for example, folded outward onto another wall element of the long side wall and secured to the bottom. This ensures that the folded wall element cannot be lost and does not hinder the user when loading the receiving space.

[0060] The packaging device according to the invention is preferably made of a paper material, in particular corrugated cardboard. For example, at least two-layer corrugated cardboard is used.

[0061] The components of the packaging device are preferably made from a single-piece blank of paper material. For example, the inner packaging and / or the outer packaging are made from a single-piece blank and formed by folding. Other components of the packaging device, in particular the receiving parts and / or packaging for bicycle parts and / or accessories mentioned below, are preferably also made from a paper material and can be unfolded from a single-piece blank.

[0062] The packaging device is preferably free of adhesives and / or screw connections.

[0063] It is advantageous if the packaging device in the receiving space comprises a support part and a receiving part, wherein the support part projects from the floor and comprises a plurality of engagement elements with which the receiving part engages with corresponding engagement elements, and wherein the receiving part can be positioned in a plurality of relative positions to the support part and two-wheeler parts and / or accessories can be positioned on or in the receiving part. Two-wheeler parts and / or accessories can be held via the receiving part, for example in separate packaging or loose. The receiving part can in turn be supported on the support part. For this purpose, the support part engages with the receiving part via corresponding engagement elements. In particular, there is the possibility that the receiving part can optionally assume a plurality of relative positions to the support part.This proves to be advantageous because the position of the receiving part can be adapted, for example, to the size and shape of the two-wheeler and / or other two-wheeler parts in the receiving space.

[0064] The support part preferably has an extension in the longitudinal direction and / or is adjacent to a longitudinal side wall.

[0065] The packaging device preferably comprises a receiving part for a wheel of the bicycle, in particular a front wheel, with two wall elements arranged at a distance from one another, wherein the receiving part can be freely positioned in the receiving space. The disassembled wheel, in particular the front wheel, can be inserted into the receiving space in a protected manner between the two wall elements. The wall elements can, for example, be connected to one another in a foldable manner.

[0066] A wall element can preferably have a slot-shaped recess extending from an edge to a center. This offers, for example, the possibility of passing a wheel hub through the recess, wherein a brake disc can be held on the wheel hub.

[0067] The following description of a preferred embodiment of the invention, in conjunction with the drawings, serves to explain the invention in more detail. They show: Figure 1: a schematic representation of a packaging device for two-wheelers according to the invention in an open partial view as well as schematically two-wheelers to be packaged; Figure 2: a perspective representation of an outer packaging of the packaging device from Figure 1 in an opened state; Figure 3: a perspective view of an inner packaging of the packaging device from Figure 1 ; Figure 4: an interior view of the packaging device from Figure 1with a bicycle mounted therein in a schematic representation; Figure 5: a representation corresponding Figure 4 , wherein a further wheel is accommodated in the packaging device; Figure 6: an enlarged view of detail A in Figure 4 ; Figure 7: a view in the direction of arrow "7" in Figure 4 ; Figure 8: a view in the direction of arrow "8" in Figure 4 ; Figure 9: an enlarged view of detail B in Figure 4 ; Figure 10: a flattened cut of the outer packaging in Figure 2 and other components of the packaging device; Figure 11: a flattened blank of the inner packaging made of Figure 3 ; Figure 12: a flattened cut-out of a component of the packaging device; Figure 13: a perspective view of a receiving part of the packaging device; and Figure 14: a schematic front view of the packaging device in the closed state.

[0068] The drawing shows an advantageous embodiment of a packaging device according to the invention, designated overall by reference numeral 10, comprising a plurality of interacting components. The packaging device 10 comprises, in particular, an outer packaging 12, an inner packaging 14, a receiving part 16, and a receiving part 18. In the present embodiment, the outer packaging 12, the inner packaging 14, and the receiving parts 16, 18 are made of a paper material, in particular corrugated cardboard. Preferably, at least two-layer corrugated cardboard is used in each case.

[0069] The cuts in the Figures 10 , 11 and 12 are shown in one piece and laid flat. Dashed and dotted lines represent fold lines. Solid lines represent dividing lines, especially punch lines.

[0070] Figure 10shows a blank 20 for the outer packaging 12 and a blank 22 for the receiving part 18. Figure 11 shows a blank 24 for the inner packaging 14. Figure 12 shows a blank 26 for the receiving part 16. The respective components 12 to 18 can be unfolded from the respective blank 20 to 26 and transferred into a use state in which a two-wheeler can be packed for transport as explained below.

[0071] Conversely, components 12 to 18 can preferably be unfolded again after use and stored in a space-saving manner.

[0072] In a preferred embodiment, the packaging device according to the invention can be free of adhesives and screw connections. In the present exemplary embodiment, the packaging device 10 is dimensionally stable in the upright position, for example, by gluing retaining tabs of the casing to a bottom wall and by gluing a retaining tab to the casing.

[0073] The packaging device 10 is used to package a two-wheeler 28. In the present example, the two-wheeler 28 is, in particular, a bicycle, referenced below with reference numeral 28. It is intended that the packaging device 10 can be used to package bicycles 28 of different sizes. For example, it is desirable to use it for bicycles of different types, such as racing bikes, gravel bikes, mountain bikes, triathlon bikes, and others. The bikes to be packaged have frame sizes from 3XS to 2XL, for example. The packaging device 10 is used in particular for bicycles with wheel sizes from 26" to 29".

[0074] In the Figure 1 Different bicycles 28 are shown schematically, but this serves only as an illustration. The size relationships between the bicycles 28 and the packaging device 10 are incorrectly depicted.

[0075] In total, the packaging device has 10 dimensions, which are derived from the Figures 10 to 12 for the blanks 20 to 26. The blanks 20 to 26 are shown in particular to scale. It is understood that the dimensions shown in the drawing (in mm) are not limiting for the present invention. However, practice has shown that a plurality of bicycles 28 of different sizes can be reliably packaged using the packaging device 10 with the specified dimensions.

[0076] The outer packaging 12 comprises a bottom wall 30, which in the present case is designed in multiple layers and in particular comprises two superimposed layers 32.

[0077] A casing 34 protrudes from the bottom wall 30. The casing 34 has two spaced-apart longitudinal side walls 36 and 38, which are connected to one another via transverse side walls 40 and 42, which are positioned opposite one another. The longitudinal side walls 36, 38 define a longitudinal direction 44, and the transverse side walls 40, 42 define a transverse direction 46 of the packaging device 10. The transverse side walls 40, 42 are arranged, in particular, on narrow sides, and the longitudinal side walls 36, 38 are arranged on long sides of the packaging device 10. A height direction 48 is oriented transversely and, in particular, perpendicularly to the longitudinal direction 44 and the transverse direction 46.

[0078] Position and orientation information refer to the intended use of the packaging device 10, which stands on a support surface not shown via the bottom wall 30.

[0079] During intended use, the longitudinal side wall 36 faces a user and can be considered the front wall of the packaging device. The longitudinal side wall 36 comprises a lower wall element 50, facing the bottom wall 30, and an upper wall element 52. The wall element 52 is held on the wall element 50 so that it can be folded about a fold line 54. The wall element 52 can be folded outwards and downwards to expose a filling opening 56 and secured to the bottom of the packaging device 10. In the present case, a tab 58 is used for this purpose, which can engage in a corresponding recess 60 at the bottom of the wall element 50. In this case, the wall elements 50, 52 lie flat against one another.

[0080] Conversely, the wall element 52 can be transferred from the release position into a closed position closing the filling opening 56.

[0081] The casing 34 encloses a receiving space 62 for the bicycle 28. Access to the receiving space 62 is possible via the filling opening 56.

[0082] On the side facing away from the bottom wall 30, the outer packaging 12 includes an insertion opening 64. The bicycle 28, as well as bicycle parts and / or accessories, can be inserted into the receiving space 62 through the insertion opening 64. It is understood that the receiving space 62 can alternatively or additionally be filled via the filling opening 56.

[0083] The insertion opening 64 is delimited by an edge 66. On the longitudinal side wall 36, the edge 66 is lowered in sections toward the bottom wall 30.

[0084] The outer packaging 12 further comprises a top wall 68. The top wall 68 is held foldably on the longitudinal side wall 38 around a fold line 70. In a release position, the top wall 68 is folded backwards so far that the insertion opening 64 is exposed. To close the packaging device 10, the top wall 68 can be folded forward and brought into contact with the edge 66.

[0085] A wall element 72 is attached to the ceiling wall 68 and can be folded relative to the ceiling wall around a fold line 74. The wall element 72 is arranged on the side of the ceiling wall 68 facing away from the longitudinal side wall 38. The fold lines 70, 74 run parallel to each other.

[0086] When the packaging device 10 is closed, the wall element 72 covers part of the longitudinal side wall 36. The wall element 72 preferably projects downwards at least as far as the fold line 54.

[0087] Closure elements 76, which are preferably manually operable without tools, allow the wall element 72 to be connected to the longitudinal side wall 36 in order to close the packaging device 10.

[0088] The outer packaging 12 comprises a support element 78, which is a second support element in the sense of the present invention.

[0089] The support element 78 is held in the present case on the transverse side wall 40, in particular on the upper side at the edge 66. The support element 78 is foldably connected to the transverse side wall 40 via a fold line 80.

[0090] The support element 78 is wedge-shaped, with a first segment 82 extending toward the transverse side wall 42 and held at the edge 66, a second segment 84 angled toward the bottom wall 30, and a third segment 86 extending from the second segment 84 back toward the first segment 82. A fourth segment 88 rests against the bottom of the first segment 82.

[0091] In the transverse direction 46, the support element 78 is arranged in a form-fitting manner in the receiving space 62. In the transverse direction 46, the support element 78 has a wedge shape.

[0092] For example, the first segment 82 is aligned parallel to the bottom wall 30 and the second segment 84 is aligned parallel to the transverse side wall 40.

[0093] It is understood that the above statements refer to the state of use of the packaging device 10, in which the support element 78 assumes a fixing position as explained below.

[0094] The support element 78 includes a receiving slot 90, which in this case is formed on the segments 84 and 86. Fixing elements 92 are held foldably at the edge of the receiving slot 90.

[0095] On the opposite transverse side wall 42, a further support element 94 is provided, which forms a third support element in the sense of the present invention.

[0096] The support element 94 is held on the transverse side wall 42, in particular on the upper side at the edge 66. The support element 94 is foldably connected to the transverse side wall 42 around a fold line 96.

[0097] The support element 94 is also wedge-shaped, with a first segment 98 extending toward the transverse side wall 40 and held at the edge 66, followed by a second segment 100 extending toward the bottom wall 30. Starting from the second segment 100, a third segment 102 extends back toward the first segment 98.

[0098] The support element 94 is also wedge-shaped. In the transverse direction 46, the support element 94 is arranged in a form-fitting manner in the receiving space 62. In the transverse direction 46, the support element 94 has a wedge shape.

[0099] For example, the first segment 98 is aligned parallel to the bottom wall 30 and / or the second segment 100 is aligned parallel to the transverse side wall 42.

[0100] The support element 94 has a receiving slot 104, which in this case is formed on the segments 100, 102. At the edge, the receiving slot 104 includes foldable fixing elements 106.

[0101] The Figures 1 , 2 , 4 , 5 , 8 and 9 show the support elements 78, 94 in an exemplary fixing position (of which Figure 2 without bicycle 28).

[0102] When the ceiling wall 68 is open, the support elements 78, 94 can be moved out of the receiving space 62 around the fold lines 80, 96 into an insertion position. In the insertion position, the insertion opening 64 is exposed, making it easier for a user to insert the bicycle 28 into the receiving space 62. Conversely, the support elements 78, 94 can be moved back into the locking position and engaged with the bicycle 28 as explained below.

[0103] In Figure 1 Double arrows 107 on the support elements 78, 94 symbolize their possible pivoting relative to the casing 34.

[0104] From the above explanations it can be seen that the support elements 78, 94 are arranged in the height direction 48 above a center of the packaging device 10 between its bottom and the insertion opening 64.

[0105] The results, in particular based on Figure 3The inner packaging 14, which can be seen, is dimensioned such that it is received in the longitudinal direction 44 and in the transverse direction 46 essentially in a form-fitting manner between the transverse side walls 40, 42 and the longitudinal side walls 36 and 38, respectively. In this way, the inner packaging 14 is secured against displacement in the receiving space 62.

[0106] The inner packaging 14 rests on the bottom wall 30 and in turn comprises a bottom wall 108. The bottom wall 108 is partially two-layered and has a first upper layer 110 extending from the transverse side wall 40 to the transverse side wall 42. Adjacent to the transverse side wall 42, a further layer 112 is provided, which is arranged below the layer 110 and can be folded relative to it around a fold line 114.

[0107] The bottom wall 108 together with the bottom wall 30 forms a bottom 116 of the packaging device 10.

[0108] A support element 118 protrudes from the base 116, in particular the base wall 108, into the receiving space 62. The support element 118 is a first support element within the meaning of the present invention.

[0109] The support element 118 is spaced apart from the support element 78 in the longitudinal direction 44. The support element 118 is spaced apart from the transverse side wall 40. In the present case, the distance is approximately 40% of the extension of the inner packaging 14 and accordingly approximately 40% of the length of the receiving space 62 in the longitudinal direction 44. The distance could vary. However, it is advantageous to position the support element 118 closer to the transverse side wall 40 than to the transverse side wall 42.

[0110] The distance of the support element 118 from the nearest transverse side wall 40 in the longitudinal direction 44 is greater than the distance of the support element 78 from the transverse side wall 40.

[0111] In the present case, the support element 118 is wedge-shaped. Starting from the bottom wall 108, the support element 118 has a contact element 120 that points obliquely upward in the longitudinal direction 44, away from the support element 78.

[0112] To unfold the support element 118, a segment 122 can be folded relative to the bottom wall 108 along a longitudinal fold line 124. Further segments 126, 128, and 130 are foldably connected to one another along fold lines 132 extending in the transverse direction. In the transverse direction 46, the support element 118 is thus wedge-shaped. Segment 122 is arranged at the bottom, and segment 130 is arranged above it. Segment 126 projects substantially vertically upward from the bottom wall 108, and the inclined segment 128 projects back toward the bottom wall 108.

[0113] A recess 134 is formed on the segments 126 and 128.

[0114] From the support element 118 in the direction of the transverse side wall 40, the inner packaging 14 forms a support element 136 for a wheel 138 of the bicycle 28. The wheel 138 is in particular the rear wheel, which remains mounted on the frame 140 during packaging.

[0115] The support element 136 forms the bottom of a groove 142 of the inner packaging 14. In the transverse direction 46, the groove 142 is delimited by a respective elevation 144, 146.

[0116] The raised portion 144 is essentially cuboid-shaped and faces the longitudinal side wall 38. A portion of the blank 24 can be folded around a fold line 148 and unfolded into the cuboid shape. A recess 150 is arranged on the top of the raised portion 144, adjacent to the transverse side wall 40.

[0117] The elevation 146 faces the longitudinal side wall 36. The elevation 146 is formed by folding a portion of the blank 24 around a fold line 152 and then unfolding it.

[0118] Facing the transverse side wall 40, the elevation 146 has a wall element 154. In the longitudinal direction 44, a partially cuboidal and then trapezoidal element 156 of the elevation 146 is formed in front of it, extending to the support element 118. On the upper side, the element 156 has a recess 158, which is arranged behind the recess 134 in the longitudinal direction 44.

[0119] On the side facing away from the channel 142, a recess 160 is formed next to the wall element 154.

[0120] The inner packaging 14 comprises a projection element 162 projecting from the bottom 116 and in particular the bottom wall 108 into the receiving space 62. The projection element 162 is spaced apart from the support elements 78 and 118 in the longitudinal direction 44 and is arranged in particular on the side of the support element 118 facing away from the support element 78.

[0121] In the present case, the projection element 162 is positioned adjacent to the transverse side wall 42.

[0122] The projection element 162 is formed by folding a portion of the blank 24 relative to the bottom wall 108 around a fold line 164 and then unfolding it. Adjacent segments 166, 168, 170, and 172 are folded around respective fold lines 174 extending in the longitudinal direction 44.

[0123] The projection element 162 is wedge-shaped in the longitudinal direction 44 and tapers from the base 116. Conversely, the projection element 162 widens toward the base 116.

[0124] The segments 166, 168 are aligned obliquely with respect to the bottom wall 108. The segment 170 rests on the bottom wall 108, and the segment 172 rests on the bottom side of the segment 166.

[0125] Laterally next to the projection element 162, in the transverse direction 46, support elements 176 for fork ends 178 of a wheel fork 180 of the bicycle 28 are formed.

[0126] The aforementioned frame 140 is conventional in the present example, with a rear triangle 182 (comprising chainstays and seat stays), a seat tube 184, a down tube 186, a top tube 188, and a head tube 190. A stem, not shown in the drawing, mounted on the head tube 190 can also be considered a frame part. The wheel fork 180 is mounted in the head tube 190. A handlebar 192 is removed. A front wheel 194 is also removed.

[0127] The inner packaging 14 further comprises a support part 196. The support part 196 can be folded open along a fold line 198 on the bottom wall 108 and is designed as a wall element. The support part 196 is positioned adjacent to the longitudinal side wall 38.

[0128] On the side facing away from the bottom wall 108, the support part 196 comprises a plurality of engagement elements 200. These are tooth-shaped, so that a row of teeth 202 is arranged on the top side of the support part 196.

[0129] The support part 196 is assigned to the receiving part 18. The receiving part 18 ( Figure 13 ) is essentially cuboid-shaped with a rear wall element 206, which has a tongue-like projection 208 on the bottom and slot-like engagement elements 210 on the sides next to it. The wall element 206 can be engaged with the support part 196, wherein the engagement elements 200, 210 couple with one another. In the longitudinal direction 44, the receiving part 18 can be freely positioned on the support part 196. Depending on the shape and size of the bicycle 28, the best possible location for the receiving part 18 can be selected in this way.

[0130] On the top side, the receiving part 18 has a receptacle 212 for bicycle parts and / or accessories. For example, these can be stored loose or in a separate package 214 ( Figure 1 ) into the holder 212.

[0131] Furthermore, the receiving part 16 is provided for receiving the front wheel 194. The receiving part 16 comprises two wall elements 216, 218 arranged at a distance from one another. The wall elements 216, 218 are foldably connected to one another and accommodate the front wheel 194 between them.

[0132] Starting from an edge 220, a slot-shaped recess 222 extends on the wall element 116 in the present example essentially to the center of one of the wall elements 216, 218. A wheel hub and a brake disc of the front wheel 194 can, for example, extend through the recess 222 ( Figure 5 ).

[0133] To reduce the packing dimensions of the packaging device 10, the longitudinal side wall 36 may include an opening 224 into which the brake disc can engage. In this way, the extension of the packaging device 10 in the transverse direction 46 can be kept small.

[0134] To pack the bicycle 28, the handlebar 192 and the front wheel 194 are dismantled.

[0135] The ceiling wall 68 assumes the open position, and the support elements 78, 94 assume the insertion position. The insertion opening 64 is exposed. The wall element 52 assumes the release position, so that the filling opening 56 is also exposed.

[0136] The partially disassembled bicycle 28 can then be inserted into the receiving space 62.

[0137] The rear wheel 138 is positioned in the groove 142 and can rest against the support element 118, in particular the contact element 120, at the front in the longitudinal direction 44. In this way, the rear wheel 38, together with the frame 140, is secured against forward movement. The support element 118 forms a brake chock or wheel chock.

[0138] The fork ends 178 are positioned on the support elements 176. The projection element 162 assists in the correct alignment and centering of the wheel fork 180.

[0139] Subsequently, for example, the receiving part 16 with the front wheel 194 and the receiving part 18 with accessories can be inserted into the receiving space 62. The receiving part 18 can be suitably positioned on the support part 196 depending on the available space in the longitudinal direction 44. The receiving part 16 with the front wheel 194 can be arranged at a suitable position in the receiving space 62.

[0140] Bicycle parts and / or accessories, preferably in packages 226, 228, are placed, for example, in the recesses 150 and 160 ( Figure 7 ). This also secures the rear wheel 138 against tipping.

[0141] A derailleur on the rear wheel 138 can preferably engage in the recess 158 for improved protection. A chain can preferably engage in the recess 158 and the recess 134 for the same purpose. This is not the case in the example shown here due to the size of the wheel 138.

[0142] Depending on its size and shape, the handlebar 192 can be placed in the receiving space 62 in a suitable position and orientation.

[0143] A removed saddle is preferably held in place by the projection element 162. For example, the seat post is arranged below the segments 166, 168 and above the segment 170 (not shown). A support element 230, implemented, for example, by means of a tab, can fix the saddle in the longitudinal direction 44.

[0144] The support element 78 can be pivoted from the insertion position into a fixing position. It is pivoted into the receiving space 62 such that the rear wheel 138 engages in the receiving slot 90 ( Figure 6 ). The fixing elements 92 can be used to adjust the size to different wheel sizes.

[0145] The rear wheel 138 is reliably secured in a wheel mount 232 formed between the support elements 118 and 78. The support elements 78 and 118 rest on opposite sides of the rear wheel 138. In particular, support can be provided below and above the wheel axle.

[0146] The support element 118 secures against forward movement in the longitudinal direction 44. The support element 78 secures against tilting in the transverse direction 46 to the side and against rearward movement in the longitudinal direction 44. In addition, the support element 78 acts as a hold-down device in the direction of the floor 116.

[0147] It is advantageous that the wheel mount 232 can be expanded and reduced in size by pivoting the support element 78 due to the relative movement of the support elements 78 and 118. In addition to the possibility of exposing the insertion opening 64 for inserting the rear wheel 138, there is the possibility of adapting the size of the wheel mount 232 to accommodate different sized rear wheels 138.

[0148] For example, in the case of smaller rear wheels than the one shown here as an example, the support element 78 can be pivoted even further into the receiving space 62 so that the rear wheel engages as far as possible in the receiving slot 90.

[0149] The support element 94 can be pivoted from the insertion position into a fixing position. The support element 94 is moved into the receiving space 62 until the frame 140 engages in the receiving slot 104 ( Figure 9 ). The fixing elements 106 enable size adjustment. For example, the stem, the head tube 190, or the top tube 188 partially engages the receiving slot 104.

[0150] The support element 94 secures the frame 140 in the transverse direction 46 to prevent tilting. Furthermore, the support element 94 acts as a hold-down device toward the floor 116.

[0151] For example, in the case of smaller frames 140 than the one shown here as an example, the support element 98 can be pivoted even further into the receiving space 62 in order to fix the frame 140 and so that the frame 140 engages as far as possible in the receiving slot 104.

[0152] The wall element 52 can then be moved into the closed position to close the filling opening 56. The ceiling wall 68 is moved into the closed position to close the insertion opening 64. The wall element 72 is moved over the longitudinal side wall 36 and secured by means of the closure elements 76.

[0153] In the present embodiment, the blank 22 for the receiving part 18 is arranged on the same sheet of paper material as the blank 20 for the outer packaging 12.

[0154] The packaging device 10 comprises a support member 234, which is also made from a one-piece blank 236 of paper material, in particular corrugated cardboard. The blank 236 is formed on the same sheet as the blanks 20 and 22. The support member 234 is in Figure 8 shown.

[0155] The support part 234 provides additional support for the bicycle 28, particularly on the side facing the transverse side wall 42. The support part 234 can engage between the legs of the wheel fork 180, particularly with a substantially wedge-shaped projection 238. The projection 238 is formed by unfolding two segments 242 that can be folded relative to one another around a fold line 240. Each segment 242, in turn, can be folded around a fold line 244 on another segment 246.

[0156] The segments 246 are base segments which can, for example, lie flat against the transverse side wall 42 in the receiving space 62.

[0157] Fixing elements 248 are foldably mounted on the support member 234 at the segments 242. The fixing elements 248 can be spread apart and thus arranged in any gap between the legs of the wheel fork 180 and the segments 166, 168 of the projection element 162.

[0158] The packaging device 10 comprises an adapter part 250, which in the present case is also made from a one-piece blank 252 made of paper material, in particular corrugated cardboard. In the present embodiment, the blank 252 is arranged on the same sheet as the blank 24 of the inner packaging 14.

[0159] The adapter part 250 comprises two segments 254, which are separated from each other in sections by two slot-shaped recesses 256 and are foldably connected to each other at a fold line 258. The fold line 258 is arranged between the recesses 256.

[0160] Each segment 254 can be folded along a plurality of parallel fold lines 260.

[0161] In the case of narrow tires, the adapter part 250 can be placed, in particular, over the rear wheel 138 such that a strip of the adapter part 250 extending transversely across the fold line 258 is aligned in the circumferential direction of the casing. The segments 254 can be folded along the fold lines 260 and thus adapted to the flanks of the wheel 138.

[0162] The adapter part 250 is placed over the wheel 138 and inserted together with it into the receiving slot 90. List of reference symbols

[0163] 10 Packaging device 12 Outer packaging 14 Inner packaging 16, 18 Receptacle 20, 22, 24, 26 Blank 28 Bicycle / bicycle 30 Base wall 32 Layer 34 Shell 36, 38 Longitudinal side wall 40, 42 Transverse side wall 44 Longitudinal direction 46 Transverse direction 48 Vertical direction 50, 52 Wall element 54 Fold line 56 Filling opening 58 Flap 60 Recess 62 Receptacle space 64 Insertion opening 66 Edge 68 Top wall 70 Fold line 72 Wall element 74 Fold line 76 Closure element 78 Support element 80 Fold line 82, 84, 86, 88 Segment 90 Receptacle slot 92 Fixing element 94 Support element 96 Fold line 98, 100, 102 Segment 104 Receptacle slot 106 Fixing element 107 Double arrow 108 Base wall 110, 112 Layer 114 Fold line 116 Floor 118 Support element 120 Contact element 122 Segment 124 Fold line 126, 128, 130 Segment 132 Fold line 134 Recess 136 Support element 138 Wheel / rear wheel 140 Frame 142 Gutter 144, 146 Raised section 148 Fold line 150 Recess 152 Fold line 154 Wall element 156 Element 158,160 Recess 162 Projection element 164 Fold line 166, 168, 170, 172 Segment 174 Fold line 176 Standing element 178 Fork end 180 Wheel fork 182 Rear triangle 184 Seat tube 186 Down tube 188 Top tube 190 Head tube 192 Handlebar 194 Wheel / front wheel 196 Support part 198 Fold line 200 Engagement element 202 Row of teeth 206 Wall element 208 Projection 210 Engagement element 212 Receptacle 214 Packaging 216, 218 Wall element 220 Edge 222 Recess 224 Opening 226, 228 Packaging 230 Support element 232 Wheel receptacle 234 Support part 236 Cut-out 238 Projection 240 Fold line 242 Segment 244 Fold line 246 Segment 248 Fixing element 250 Adapter part 252 Cut 254 Segment 256 Recess 258, 260 Fold line,

Claims

1. Packaging device for packaging a two-wheeler (28) comprising a frame (140) and at least one wheel (138) mounted thereon, in particular a bicycle (28), the device (10) comprising a base (116), a casing (34), which at least partially encloses a receiving space (62) for the two-wheeler (28), and an insertion opening (64) for the two-wheeler (28), which is arranged on a side facing away from the base (116), wherein the packaging device (10) comprises longitudinal side walls (36, 38) and transverse side walls (40, 42) which define a longitudinal direction (44) and a transverse direction (46) oriented transversely and in particular perpendicularly thereto, wherein the packaging device (10) comprises a first support element (118), which projects from the base (116) into the receiving space (62), and a second support element (78), which is arranged at a distance from the base (116) and, preferably in the longitudinal direction (44), at a distance from the first support element (118), and a wheel receptacle (232) is formed between the support elements (78, 118), wherein the support elements (78, 118) are placeable on opposite sides of the wheel (138), characterized in that the second support element (78) is held on a transverse side wall (40) or on a longitudinal side wall (36, 38) of the casing (34) and is foldably connected to the transverse side wall (40) or the longitudinal side wall (36, 38), so that the support elements (78, 118) are movable relative to one another to expand the wheel receptacle (232).

2. Packaging device in accordance with claim 1, characterized in that a channel (142) is arranged or formed, at least in portions, on the base (116) between the first support element (118) and the nearest transverse side wall (40), which channel is laterally delimited in the transverse direction (46), preferably at least in portions, by elevations (144, 146) arranged on the base (116).

3. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second support element (78) is fixed to the casing (34) at an edge (66) of the insertion opening (64).

4. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second support element (78) is transferable from an introduction position, in which the insertion opening (64) is exposed, through the insertion opening (64), at least in portions, into the receiving space (62) to a fixing position, in which the second support element (78) can be brought to rest against the wheel (138) and / or into engagement with the wheel (138), and vice versa.

5. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the second support element (78) has a receiving slot (90) for the wheel (138) and / or in that the second support element (78) is arranged form-fittingly in the receiving space (62) in the transverse direction (46).

6. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the packaging device (10) comprises a third support element (94) which is arranged at a distance from the base (116) and, in the longitudinal direction (44), at a distance from the first support element (118) and second support element (78) and is designed to be placed on the frame (140), in particular a head tube (190) or a stem of the two-wheeler (28).

7. Packaging device in accordance with claim 6, characterized in that at least one of the following applies: - the third support element (94) is fixed to the casing (34), in particular at an edge (66) of the insertion opening (64); - the third support element (94) is held on a transverse side wall (42) or a longitudinal side wall (36, 38) of the casing (34) and is in particular foldably connected to the transverse side wall (42) or the longitudinal side wall (36, 38).

8. Packaging device in accordance with claim 6 or 7, characterized in that the third support element (94) is transferable from an introduction position, in which the insertion opening (64) is exposed, through the insertion opening (64), at least in portions, into the receiving space (62) to a fixing position, in which the support element (94) can be brought to rest against the frame (140) and / or into engagement with the frame (140), and vice versa.

9. Packaging device in accordance with any one of claims 6 to 8, characterized in that the third support element (94) has a receiving slot (104) for the frame (140) and / or in that the third support element (94) is form-fittingly positioned in the receiving space (62) in the transverse direction (46).

10. Packaging device in accordance with any one of claims 6 to 9, characterized in that the second support element (78) and the third support element (94) are arranged on mutually opposite transverse side walls (40, 42), in particular in that the second support element (78) and the third support element (118) are transferable, in directions pointing away from one another, out of the receiving space (62) to a respective introduction position and from this, at least in portions, into the receiving space (62) to a respective fixing position.

11. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the packaging device (10) comprises an outer packaging (12), which has a base wall (30) and the casing (34), and an inner packaging (14), which is arranged on the base wall (30), is inserted or can be inserted into the outer packaging (12) and preferably forms the base (116) at least in portions.

12. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the packaging device (10) comprises a top wall (68) for closing the insertion opening (64) in a closed position and / or in that a wall element (52) of a longitudinal side wall (36) is transferable from an open position, in which a filling opening (56) is formed on the longitudinal side wall (36), to a closed position, in which the filling opening (56) is closed, and vice versa.

13. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized by producing the packaging device (10) from a paper material, in particular from corrugated cardboard.

14. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the packaging device (10) in the receiving space (62) comprises a support part (196) and a receiving part (18), wherein the support part (196) projects from the base (116) and comprises a plurality of engagement elements (200) with which the receiving part (18) is in engagement by means of corresponding engagement elements (210), and wherein the receiving part (18) is positionable in a plurality of positions relative to the support part (196) and two-wheel parts and / or accessories are positionable on or in the receiving part (18).

15. Packaging device in accordance with any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the packaging device (10) comprises a receiving part (16) for a wheel (194) of the two-wheeler (28), in particular a front wheel (194), comprising two wall elements (116, 118) which are arranged at a distance from one another, wherein the receiving part (16) is freely positionable in the receiving space (62).