PACK FOR HOLDING CIGARETTES OR TOBACCO STICKS WITH INTEGRATED CONTAINER FOR HOLDING CIGARETTE MUGS OR USED TOBACCO STICKS

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[0001] The invention relates to a pack for holding cigarettes or tobacco sticks with an integrated container for cigarette butts or used tobacco sticks. The invention further relates to a kit comprising such a pack and a sales package. State of the art

[0002] Due to a lack of available ashtrays, cigarette butts are often simply discarded in public spaces. This leads to a significant pollution problem: an estimated 4,000 billion butts are thrown away annually. It takes approximately 15 years for a cigarette butt to completely decompose in nature. A single butt also pollutes approximately 40 liters of water.

[0003] To increase the availability of ashtrays, portable ashtrays have been developed, for example, with a belt clip that can be worn on a waistband or belt. However, such products are not widely accepted and therefore contribute little to solving the pollution problem mentioned above.

[0004] There are also containers for cigarette butts that can also hold a cigarette pack or that can be attached to such a pack. Both of these options generally result in rather bulky products, which, in turn, lack acceptance among potential users.

[0005] Finally, cigarette packs with integrated containers for cigarette butts are known. Such packs are described, for example, in US 5,799,781 (WE Arthur), US 2002 / 0020640 A1 (G. Garcia), US 2019 / 177077 A1 (A. Livigni et al.), and DE 296 19 233 (W. Kämpfert). However, the corresponding solutions are complicated in design and operation.

[0006] Furthermore, reusable outer packaging is known that allows cigarettes to be offered in soft retail packaging, as the user can store them in the reusable outer packaging. Such systems are described in EP 2 000 423 A2 (Societä per Azioni) and DE 44 40 555 A1 (B. Oemkes). Description of the invention

[0007] The object of the invention is therefore to create a pack belonging to the technical field mentioned at the outset for holding cigarettes or tobacco sticks with an integrated container for holding cigarette butts or used tobacco sticks, which is simple in its construction and in its operation.

[0008] The solution to the problem is defined by the features of claim 1. According to the invention, the pack comprises a first telescopic element and a second telescopic element which is displaceably mounted in the first telescopic element, wherein the first telescopic element or the second telescopic element has an opening in a lateral surface which is arranged such that it is closed in a first relative position of the first telescopic element and the second telescopic element and is open in a second relative position of the first telescopic element and the second telescopic element, so that a first receiving space for cigarette butts or spent tobacco sticks is accessible. The first telescopic element and / or the second telescopic element at least partially enclose a second receiving space for cigarettes or tobacco sticks which is separated from the first receiving space.

[0009] The first receiving space of the pack according to the invention is therefore suitable for receiving conventional cigarette butts and / or used tobacco sticks (or tobacco pens) for use with electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) with corresponding heating systems.

[0010] By integrating a container for cigarette butts or used tobacco sticks into the pack, it is ensured that the container is always available and that the user always has the opportunity to keep cigarette butts or tobacco sticks until they can dispose of them in an environmentally friendly manner.

[0011] The telescopic elements exhibit a certain degree of dimensional stability, so that they retain their predetermined shape—except when certain predetermined forces are applied. The telescopic elements are preferably shaped and dimensioned in such a way that relative sliding movement in both directions is possible without additional bearing elements, as the outer surface of the telescopic elements slides against each other. This sliding movement can be supported by suitable coatings if necessary.

[0012] The relative movement of the two telescopic elements allows the total storage space (and thus the external volume) of the package to be enlarged as needed through a linear extension. This results in simple operation. Two of the three dimensions of the container (e.g., the width and length of a cuboid container) remain unchanged even when the telescopic elements are moved relative to each other. The solution with two telescopic elements is also structurally simple, enabling cost-effective production.

[0013] Preferably, the package according to the invention has exactly one telescopic stage, i.e., there is exactly one first telescopic element and one second telescopic element, which are movable relative to each other. This results in the simplest possible configuration. Alternative embodiments with two or more telescopic stages are possible. This allows—with increased complexity—in particular to increase the possible extension path and thus the possible volume of the first receiving space.

[0014] Advantageously, the opening can be closed in such a way that an odor barrier is formed. This prevents unpleasant odors caused by cigarette butts stored in the first receiving space. Furthermore, the opening is preferably closed in such a way that it seals off air from the outside, so that still-smoldering butts or cigarette sticks are reliably smothered. In preferred embodiments, the opening closure can be designed such that it is essentially airtight when closed.

[0015] The telescopic elements can be equipped with valves to facilitate relative movement. For example, a (one-way) valve that allows air to escape from the first receiving chamber into the outside can assist the retraction or extension movement. Such a valve would, of course, be equipped with an appropriate filter to prevent unpleasant odors. It is also conceivable to use a valve that remains open during the retraction or extension process and closes automatically after this process is completed.

[0016] Similarly, the increase in volume of the first receiving chamber can be facilitated by a (one-way) valve that allows air to enter from the outside. Here, too, it is advisable for the valve to be closed in the normal state to prevent oxygen from entering.

[0017] Depending on the design of the opening and the telescopic elements, no valves are required: For example, if the corresponding closure is designed in such a way that the airtight closure only occurs after the device has been fully inserted or opened, and the opening already occurs at the beginning of the extension process, no valves are necessary.

[0018] Advantageously, the second telescopic element is essentially completely accommodated in the first telescopic element in the first relative position. This results in an advantageous appearance and a compact form factor in the first relative position, which, for example, also corresponds to the delivery state of the package. In particular, in the first relative position, the second telescopic element is invisible from the outside, at least along the jacket, i.e. completely covered by the first telescopic element. In this state, the package according to the invention is thus identical in shape to conventional packages, which has the advantage, among other things, that handling, e.g. by machines or vending machines, is identical and several packages can be packaged in the same way as conventional packages. The package according to the invention preferably also has a (practically) identical external appearance.

[0019] With a mechanism according to the invention with two telescopic elements, the volume of the first receiving space can be significantly varied. For example, in the first relative position, it is practically zero, while in a second, maximally extended relative position, several cigarette butts can be accommodated in the first receiving space. After being filled with a (further) cigarette butt or tobacco stick, the telescopic elements are retracted until the opening is securely closed. However, due to the cigarette butt(s) being accommodated, complete insertion will no longer be possible, i.e., the second telescopic element will protrude slightly beyond the first telescopic element.

[0020] In a preferred embodiment, the volume of the first receiving space in a first (empty) configuration is less than 5 cm 3 < and the volume in the second, closed but filled configuration is at least 15 cm 3 < , preferably at least 25 cm 3 < . This preferably allows several cigarette butts (or tobacco sticks) to be received in the container at the same time until it can be emptied at a suitable location. Thus, in the first configuration, a small volume of the pack is made possible, in particular a volume that corresponds to the volume of a standard pack, while in the second configuration sufficient space is created to accommodate a certain number of cigarette butts or tobacco sticks while at the same time providing a secure closure.

[0021] The pack according to the invention is thus capable of accommodating a certain number of cigarette butts or tobacco sticks, but its actual volume is always as small as possible, which is advantageous both from an aesthetic point of view and in terms of handling.

[0022] Advantageously, the opening in the first relative position is closed by a surface of the other telescopic element that is parallel to the corresponding surface and in extensive contact with it. This reliably creates an odor barrier and largely prevents the inflow of oxygen. The design is extremely simple to implement because additional sealing elements are unnecessary. In certain embodiments, the sealing of the closed opening can still be supported by sealing lips, which are arranged particularly on the interacting telescopic elements.

[0023] Operation is also extremely simple, as the opening is automatically sealed when the telescopic elements are moved from the second relative position to the first relative position. This does not require the telescopic elements to complete the entire transition from the fully open to the fully retracted position; a partial transition may be sufficient. Similarly, the opening opens automatically when the telescopic elements are moved in one direction from the first relative position to the second relative position; here, too, only a partial transition may be sufficient. The user therefore does not have to worry about opening and closing the opening separately. Furthermore, it is ensured that the opening is always closed in the normal state.

[0024] According to the invention, the opening is formed in the second telescopic element, wherein the second telescopic element is box-like with a closed bottom, and wherein the first telescopic element is box-like with an open bottom. "Box-like" here means that the elements are formed with relatively thin walls, in particular from a folded sheet of material, e.g., paper or cardboard; in particular, materials commonly used for the production of cigarette packs are used. This enables cost-effective production, even for disposable packaging. The formation of the opening in the second telescopic element prevents material from becoming trapped between the telescopic elements and is aesthetically advantageous because the opening is not visible when closed.

[0025] In a preferred embodiment, the elements are made of a more durable material, e.g., metal, plastic, or rigid cardboard. Novel, dimensionally stable yet biodegradable materials such as bioplastics, cellulose composites, etc., can also be advantageously used. In this case, the package according to the invention can be readily used in multiple ways. The elements can be fully or partially magnetized or made of a ferromagnetic material, allowing the box to be easily used with magnetic accessories.

[0026] If a multi-use pack is used, it is advantageous if the cigarettes or tobacco sticks can be purchased loose or in a material-saving sales packaging and inserted into the pack according to the invention.

[0027] Accordingly, an advantageous kit comprises, in addition to the pack according to the invention, a sales package (single-use package) with cigarettes or tobacco sticks. The sales package consists in particular partially of a flexible film material. The sales package is advantageously designed such that it can be inserted, with the cigarettes or tobacco sticks accommodated therein, into the second receiving space of the pack according to the invention, in particular a reusable pack, and / or that cigarettes or tobacco sticks accommodated therein can be inserted from the sales package into the second receiving space. "Suitably insertable" here means that the cigarettes or tobacco sticks are already accommodated in the sales package in an arrangement that corresponds to the arrangement in the second receiving space, e.g., parallel in a corresponding number of rows. They can then be easily inserted into the receiving space parallel to their longitudinal axis.

[0028] The material-saving sales packaging can, for example, be made of a suitable film material, such as cellulose hydrate (cellophane).

[0029] In a preferred embodiment, a dividing line is formed on the sales packaging so that after insertion into the second receiving space, a first part of the sales packaging can be separated from a second part of the sales packaging and / or the sales packaging can be opened in such a way that it can be removed from the pack while the cigarettes or tobacco sticks remain in the second receiving space.

[0030] For example, the sales packaging can have perforations such that it can be easily torn open to fill the inventive pack with cigarettes or tobacco sticks. Tearing open can preferably occur when the sales packaging with its contents has already been inserted into the inventive pack, such that the contents remain in the latter, while the sales packaging can be fully or partially retracted toward the open end. The sales packaging can also be composed of several elements, whereby one element can be removed from another for filling, e.g., if the dividing line is formed by a peelable seal.

[0031] If a part of the sales packaging remains in the pack according to the invention until the next filling, the sales packaging and / or a wall of the receiving space for the cigarettes or tobacco sticks can have a holding surface, e.g. an adhesive surface, in order to temporarily hold the part in the pack.

[0032] The kit according to the invention, consisting of a sales packaging (single-use packaging) and a receiving pack (multi-use), enables a significant reduction in material and energy consumption during production and provision compared to current cardboard packaging for cigarettes or tobacco sticks, and thus also in the amount of waste to be disposed of.

[0033] A preferred distribution process for cigarettes or tobacco sticks involves the following steps: a) Providing a package according to the invention; b) Providing a sales package containing cigarettes or tobacco sticks; c) Filling the cigarettes or tobacco sticks into the package according to the invention, whereby the sales package is opened.

[0034] Steps b) and c) are carried out several times in the sense of a circular process.

[0035] The package or kit according to the invention are ideally suited for use in such a method.

[0036] Particularly preferably, the opening is formed in a main surface of the second telescopic element, i.e., in a lateral surface with maximum extension. Compared to an arrangement on a smaller lateral surface, this results in more convenient operation and improved sealing – the latter because, for a given opening size, a larger surrounding contact area results between the lateral surface with the opening and a cooperating lateral surface of the other telescopic element.

[0037] Preferably, a lid is arranged on the first telescopic element opposite the open base, which lid can be opened and closed again to remove cigarettes or tobacco sticks from the second receiving space. The lid can be a known hinged lid that is arranged on the first telescopic element via a hinge. Such lids are particularly easy to produce for packaging made of cardboard. However, other designs can also be used, e.g., sliding lids that can be moved relative to the first telescopic element for opening and closing, particularly in the lid plane.

[0038] The extension formed by the second telescopic element is located on the underside of the pack, opposite the lid. The cross-section of the pack in a plane perpendicular to the extension direction is essentially constant. When inserted, the resulting appearance is completely or largely identical to that of a conventional cigarette pack, and operation by extending and retracting the inner, second telescopic element is intuitive and simple.

[0039] According to the invention, an inner part is additionally arranged on the first telescopic element in a displaceably fixed manner, wherein the second telescopic element is displaceable between the first telescopic element and the inner part, and the inner part forms the second receiving space separated from the first receiving space. For this purpose, the inner part, in addition to the casing, has in particular a base, which ensures reliable and simple separation. The three-part design of the pack can be easily manufactured and assembled using simple cutting and standard folding and gluing processes. Because the three parts (first telescopic part as the outer part, second telescopic part as the extension part, and inner part) stabilize each other, the material thickness can be substantially reduced compared to conventional, one-part cigarette packs.In particular, the material thickness of the three parts of the pack according to the invention is each a maximum of 60%, preferably a maximum of 40%, of the material thickness of a conventional cigarette pack. It is also possible to produce the inner part, in particular, with a significantly reduced material thickness: While a box-like design with a certain degree of dimensional stability is preferred, a bag-like variant is also possible for the inner part.

[0040] Preferably, the inner part is attached to the first telescopic element via a tab that overlaps the second telescopic element in the first relative position. This allows the inner part to be designed with a large receiving volume without hindering or restricting the extension or retraction process. The tab can be attached to the base part of the first telescopic element or to a cover arranged on the first telescopic element, in particular to a hinged cover.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the second telescopic element is arranged so as to be removable and, in particular, replaceable, between the first telescopic element and the inner part. This enables easy emptying of the cigarette butts already accommodated in the second telescopic element or disposal of these cigarette butts together with the second telescopic element. This is useful when the second telescopic element is no longer required or when it needs to be replaced. A second telescopic element that essentially corresponds to the originally accommodated design can serve as a replacement. Alternatively, it can be replaced by a differently designed second telescopic element, in particular by a reusable one, e.g., made of plastic or metal.The user can decide from the outset to use their own, reusable element instead of the original second telescopic element, thus removing the former and replacing it with the latter before any cigarette butts have been inserted.

[0042] Removal of the second telescopic element can be facilitated by a suitable geometry and / or material selection of the second telescopic element and the interacting elements of the first telescopic element and / or the inner part. In particular, perforations or adhesive bonds that can be removed with increased force can be provided in the area of ​​the interacting stops. Tabs bent inward or outward, which form stops, can also be dimensioned so that they are bent back under the aforementioned increased force, thus losing their stop function.

[0043] Further embodiments include interacting magnets and / or ferromagnetic elements that are shaped and arranged in such a way that increased force is required for separation. Spring elements that interact with locking lugs on the counterpart in a clip-like manner are also possible.

[0044] The reinsertion of the second telescopic element or the insertion of a replacement element can be facilitated if the interacting stops have a conical geometry so that the stop function acts primarily in the extension direction.

[0045] Alternatively or in addition to being removably designed, the second telescopic element can have an emptying opening for emptying. This opening is located in particular in the base of the second telescopic element and is thus accessible even when the second telescopic element is pushed in or only slightly pulled out. The opening can be closed by a movable cover. This can be formed, for example, by a slider or a flap; however, it is also possible, for example, to form the base of the second telescopic element entirely or partially from a resilient material (e.g., spring steel) and to attach it to the base of the second telescopic element in such a way that it can be bent open for emptying. As soon as the bending force is removed, the opening closes automatically again.

[0046] To prevent the emptying opening from being accidentally opened, a locking mechanism can be provided which only releases the movement of the lid when the second telescopic element assumes a certain extension position. A counter-section for the lid is advantageously arranged on the inner part such that the lid can interact with the counter-section even when the second telescopic element is extended. This makes it possible, in particular, to hold the lid in a closed position. For this purpose, the inner part advantageously extends further in the direction of the lid in the region of the counter-section (or counter-sections) than the second telescopic element. To nevertheless enable easy ejection of the second telescopic element, it has an actuating section which projects at least beyond the first telescopic element.By pressing the actuating section, the second telescopic element can be pushed out of the first telescopic element until it can be easily grasped from the outside for further opening. In alternative embodiments, the opening is formed in the outer first telescopic element. This also allows for closable access to the first receiving space. An additional inner part can also be used in these embodiments.

[0047] Preferably, the first telescopic element and the second telescopic element are configured like a folding box, with cooperating stops arranged on the first and second telescopic elements to limit relative displacement of the telescopic elements. The stops are formed, in particular, by bent tabs. The tabs are, in particular, bent by 180° and glued to an underlying section of the same element. In this way, reliably functioning stops can be formed in a simple manner without the need for additional elements.

[0048] Advantageously, the first telescopic element and the second telescopic element have a rectangular cross-section perpendicular to a displacement direction. This results in a simple geometry, moderate friction between the telescopic elements, simple blanks can be used, and assembly is readily possible using methods known from the production of paper and cardboard packaging.

[0049] Advantageously, the first telescopic element and / or the second telescopic element are at least partially coated on an inner side with a fire-retardant material. This significantly reduces the risk of fire, and a wide range of base materials can be used for the telescopic elements (and also, for example, for the inner part), e.g., paper-based materials. Alternatively, a base material that poses a low fire hazard is used. In further embodiments, it is also possible for the telescopic elements to essentially form a mechanical support structure, and for the actual first receiving space to be formed by a non-dimensionally stable inner shell, e.g., a bag, made of a fire-retardant material, which is arranged in the telescopic elements and connected to them.

[0050] The pack may comprise means for automatically moving the first telescopic element and the second telescopic element in a direction from the second relative position to the first relative position without the action of an external force, so that the receiving volume is automatically minimized, taking into account received cigarette butts or tobacco sticks.

[0051] The means are, in particular, spring means or magnetic means. They can be designed as separate elements or integrated into the telescopic elements. The packing can be designed to contract into a compressed configuration as soon as the opposing force is removed. However, it can also be designed to remain in an extended configuration until the contraction is triggered, e.g., by a manual release action.

[0052] This ensures that the pack is always in a minimal-volume configuration, making its appearance as unobtrusive as possible.

[0053] If separate spring means are used, this can include, in particular, rubber bands, tension springs, leaf springs and coil or torsion springs essentially surrounding one or more telescopic elements.

[0054] In other embodiments, the telescopic elements are moved back and forth by the user between the first and second relative positions. After picking up a cigarette butt, the drawer is pushed back until further retraction is impossible due to the contents of the first receiving space. This also results in a minimal storage volume.

[0055] Further advantageous embodiments and combinations of features of the invention emerge from the following detailed description and the entirety of the patent claims. Short description of the drawings

[0056] The drawings used to explain the embodiment show: Fig. 1 is an oblique view of a first embodiment of a cigarette pack according to the invention with an integrated container for holding cigarette butts in the assembled state; Fig. 2a-c show the three basic elements of the cigarette pack before assembly; Fig. 3a-c show cutting patterns for the three basic elements; Fig. 4a show the cigarette pack in the closed state; Fig. 4b show the cigarette pack with the lid open for removing cigarettes; Fig. 4c show the cigarette pack with the pull-out open for holding cigarette butts; Fig. 5 is an oblique view of a second embodiment of a cigarette pack with an integrated container for holding cigarette butts in the assembled state; Fig. 6a-c show the three basic elements of the cigarette pack before assembly; and Fig. 7a-c show cutting patterns for the three basic elements.

[0057] In principle, identical parts in the figures are provided with identical reference symbols. Ways to implement the invention

[0058] The Figure 1 is an oblique view of a first embodiment of a cigarette pack according to the invention with an integrated container for holding cigarette butts. The cigarette pack 1 consists of a paper material, is essentially cuboid-shaped, and has a rear wall 2, two side walls 3, 4, a front wall 5, and a base 6. A pivoting lid 7 is arranged at the upper end of the cigarette pack 1. By opening the lid 7, the interior of the cigarette pack 1 becomes accessible for removing cigarettes.

[0059] Cigarette pack 1 is made up of the three Figures 2a-2c shown basic elements, which are shown in the Figure 1 In the assembled state shown, they are telescoped into each other.

[0060] The base 6 is part of an extension 40 (2nd telescopic element; Fig. 2b ), which is relative to the outer part 20 (1st telescopic element; Fig. 2a) and the inner part 60 ( Fig. 2c ) can be pulled out and pushed in in the longitudinal direction of the cigarette pack 1 (i.e. in a direction perpendicular to the base 6).

[0061] The remaining external areas mentioned will be in the condition according to Figure 1 formed by the outer part 20. This has a base part 21, which is rectangular and prismatic in shape. On the upper side, it can be closed by the lid 7, which folds around a hinge. On the lower side, the outer part 20 is open. Two inwardly bent and glued tabs 24, 25 form stops for interaction with the pull-out 40, as described in more detail below. The lid 7 is shaped in a conventional manner; therefore, it need not be described in more detail here.

[0062] The extension 40 is also rectangular and prismatic in shape; its outer dimensions are selected so that it can be conveniently moved within the outer part 20 along the longitudinal axes of the base parts. The extension 40 has an opening 42 in its front surface 41. This opening has a rectangular shape with rounded corners; its greatest extent is oriented transversely to the longitudinal direction. It is located in a central region of the front surface 41 relative to the longitudinal direction.

[0063] Furthermore, the pull-out 40 has two outwardly bent and glued tabs 44, 45, which in turn form stops for interaction with the tabs 24, 25 of the pull-out 20 as described in more detail below.

[0064] As can be seen in particular from the pattern for the extract 40 ( Figure 3b ), the rear surface of the drawer 40 extends less far upwards from the base 6 than the front surface 41.

[0065] The inner part 60 is again rectangular and prismatic in shape, with the outer dimensions selected so that it can be accommodated in the drawer 40 without hindering its relative movement to the outer part 20 (and the inner part 60). The inner part 60 has an outwardly bent tab 61 on its rear side (see Figure 3c ), with which it is glued to the inside of the rear wall 2 of the outer part 20.

[0066] When pushed together, the tab overlaps the rear surface of the drawer 40.

[0067] The inner part 60 forms a receiving space 9 for receiving the cigarettes (or tobacco sticks in the case of corresponding packs).

[0068] When pushed together, as seen from the Figure 1As can be seen, the pull-out part 40 ends with its base 6 fittingly with the lower end of the outer part 20. The appearance of the pack in this state does not differ from that of known packs. The pull-out part 40 can now be pulled or pushed out longitudinally from the other two parts, namely up to the point where the stops formed by the tabs 24, 25; 44, 45 of the outer part or the pull-out part interact with one another. To do this, the pull-out part 40 can be pushed downwards over its rear end when the lid 7 of the pack is open, at least until the pushed-out part can be grasped from the outside. Pulling it out, in particular when the lid 7 is closed, can be made possible or easier by cutting out gripping cutouts at the lower end of the outer part 20, e.g. on its rear wall 2 and its front wall 5, and / or by providing the pull-out part 40 with suitable holding means, e.g. B. a pull tab.

[0069] In the aforementioned extended position, the opening 42 and thus the receiving space 8 are accessible from the outside (cf. Fig. 4c ), which will be explained in more detail below. When the drawer 40 is pushed back, the opening 42 is closed again by interaction with the outer part 20.

[0070] The outer part 20, the extension 40 and the inner part 60 can each be manufactured from a single piece of material. Figures 3a-3c shown cutting pattern for the outer part 20 ( Fig. 3a ), extract 40 ( Fig. 3b ) and the inner part 60 ( Fig. 3c) cuts and incisions are shown as usual by solid lines and folds by dashed lines. Unless otherwise noted, the parts adjacent to a fold line are folded upwards, starting from the plane of the drawing. Downward folds are marked with the letter "x". The outer part 20, the pull-out section 40 and the inner part 60 are glued together in a conventional manner at the usual places, resulting in box-like elements. The pull-out section 40 can be easily inserted into the outer part 20 from above, i.e. from the cover side, without this insertion movement being hindered by the stops on the outer part 20 or the pull-out section 40. The inner part 60 is then inserted from above into the outer part 20 and the pull-out section 40. The inner part 60 is then glued to the outer part 20 via the bent-over tab 61.

[0071] A fire-retardant coating is applied to the inner surfaces of the drawer 40 and the outer part 20 and the inner part 60 which delimit the receiving space for the cigarette butts.

[0072] The drawer 40 can, if necessary, be completely removed from the pack 1 by exerting increased pulling force, for example if the cigarette butts already collected are to be disposed of easily, in particular together with the drawer 40 when the latter is no longer required. The drawer 40 itself or a new drawer (e.g., a reusable drawer made of plastic or metal, for example) can be pushed back into the pack after emptying if necessary. The user can also decide from the outset to use their own, reusable drawer instead of the original drawer 40, thus removing the former and replacing it with the latter. Removal of the drawer 40 can be facilitated by suitable perforations, e.g., in the area of ​​the interacting tabs.

[0073] The use of the cigarette pack according to the invention is described below with reference to Figures 4a-c explained. The Figure 4ashows the cigarette pack 1 in its closed state. This corresponds to the delivery state, in which the pack is filled with cigarettes and the compartment for cigarette butts is empty. The lid 7 is still closed. The drawer 40 is fully inserted into the pack 1.

[0074] To remove cigarettes from the pack 1, the lid 7 is now opened in a manner known per se, so that the cigarettes in the Figure 4b the situation described arises.

[0075] If cigarette butts need to be temporarily stored, especially if there is no ashtray within reach, the pull-out device 40 is manually pulled out of the pack 1 in the longitudinal direction. The maximum pull-out distance is approximately 5 cm. Figure 4cshows the corresponding end position, which is determined by the previously described stops. The opening 42 in the drawer 40 is no longer covered by the outer part 20 and is thus accessible from the outside. After the cigarette butt has been moved through the opening 42 into the receiving space 8, the drawer 40 can be partially pushed back in. In doing so, the cigarette butt (and any cigarette butts already located in the receiving space 8) is pushed from the inner part 60 to the lower end of the drawer 40, so that after the drawer 40 has been pushed in, a minimal storage volume is ultimately achieved.

[0076] The Figure 5is an oblique view of a second embodiment of a cigarette pack according to the invention with an integrated container for holding cigarette butts. It corresponds in many respects to the first embodiment; the essential differences are discussed below. The cigarette pack 101 consists of a paper material, is essentially cuboid-shaped, with a rear wall 102, two side walls 103, 104, a front wall 105, and a base 106. A pivoting lid 107 is arranged at the upper end of the cigarette pack 101. By opening the lid 107, the interior of the cigarette pack 101 becomes accessible for removing cigarettes.

[0077] The cigarette pack 101 is made up of the three Figures 6a-6c shown basic elements, which are shown in the Figure 5 In the assembled state shown, they are telescoped into each other.

[0078] The base 106 is part of an extension 140 (2nd telescopic element; Fig. 6b ), which is relative to the outer part 120 (1st telescopic element; Fig. 6a ) and the inner part 160 ( Fig. 6c ) can be pulled out and pushed in in the longitudinal direction of the cigarette pack 101 (i.e. in a direction perpendicular to the base 106).

[0079] The remaining external areas mentioned will be in the condition according to Figure 5 formed by the outer part 120. This has a base part 121, which is rectangular and prismatic in shape. On the upper side, it can be closed by the lid 107, which folds around a hinge. On the lower side, the outer part 120 is open. Two inwardly bent and glued tabs 124, 125 form stops for interaction with the drawer 140, as described in more detail below. The lid 107 is shaped in a conventional manner; therefore, it need not be described in more detail here.

[0080] The extension 140 is also rectangular and prismatic in shape; its outer dimensions are selected so that it can be conveniently moved within the outer part 120 along the longitudinal axes of the base parts. The extension 140 has an opening 142 in its front surface 141. This opening has a rectangular shape with rounded corners; its greatest extent is oriented transversely to the longitudinal direction. It is arranged in a central region of the front surface 141 relative to the longitudinal direction. In contrast to the first embodiment, the extension 140 is shorter, with the exception of a pin-like bulge 143 at its upper end. This bulge extends further upward from the front surface 141 on the side opposite the base 106 and is arranged in one of the lateral end regions.

[0081] Furthermore, the drawer 140 has two outwardly bent and glued tabs 144, 145, which in turn form stops for interacting with the tabs 124, 125 of the drawer 120, as described in more detail below. In contrast to the first embodiment, the tabs 124, 125 are shorter.

[0082] As can be seen in particular from the pattern for the extract 140 ( Figure 7b ), the rear surface of the drawer 140 extends from the base 106 to the same extent upwards as the front surface 141.

[0083] The inner part 160 is again rectangularly prismatic in shape, with the outer dimensions selected so that it can be accommodated in the drawer 140 without hindering its relative movement to the outer part 120 (and the inner part 160). The inner part 160 has an outwardly bent tab 161 on its rear side (see Figure 7c), with which it is glued to the inside of the rear wall 102 of the outer part 120. When pushed together, the tab overlaps the rear surface of the pull-out 140. In contrast to the first embodiment, the inner part 160 is longer, so that it can interact with the lid 107 of the pack 101 even when the pull-out 140 is pulled out, and in particular can hold it in a closed position.

[0084] The inner part 160 forms a receiving space 109 for receiving the cigarettes (or tobacco sticks in the case of corresponding packs). Unlike the first embodiment, the inner part 160 is longer and forms the recess 161 for gripping the received cigarettes, which in the first embodiment is formed in the drawer.

[0085] When pushed together, as seen from the Figure 5As can be seen, the pull-out part 140 ends with its base 106 so that it fits snugly against the lower end of the outer part 120. In this state, the appearance of the pack does not differ from that of known packs. The pull-out part 140 can now be pulled or pushed out longitudinally from the other two parts, namely until the stops formed by the tabs 124, 125; 144, 145 of the outer part or the pull-out part interact with one another. For this purpose, the pull-out part 140 can be pushed downwards over the pin-like bulge 143 when the lid 107 of the pack is open, at least until the pushed-out part can be grasped from the outside. Pulling it out, in particular when the lid 107 is closed, can be additionally made possible or easier by inserting a stop in the outer part 120, e.g. B. on its rear wall 102 and its front wall 105 or on both side walls 103, 104, at the lower end, engagement cutouts can be cut out, these can e.g.have a semicircular shape. Lateral slots in the outer part 120 can also be used, and / or the extension 140 can be equipped with suitable retaining means, e.g., a pull tab. Such elements can also replace the pin-like bulge 143.

[0086] In the aforementioned extended position, the opening 142 and thus the receiving space are accessible from the outside, just as explained above with reference to the first embodiment. When the extension 140 is pushed back, the opening 142 is closed again by interaction with the outer part 120.

[0087] The outer part 120, the extension 140 and the inner part 160 can each be manufactured from a single piece of material. Figures 7a-7c shown cutting pattern for the outer part 120 ( Fig. 7a ), extract 140 ( Fig. 7b ) and the inner part 160 ( Fig. 7c) Cuts and incisions are shown as usual by solid lines and folds by dashed lines. Unless otherwise noted, the parts adjacent to a fold line are folded upwards, starting from the plane of the drawing. Downward folds are marked with the letter "x". The outer part 120, the pull-out section 140 and the inner part 160 are glued together in a conventional manner at the usual places, resulting in box-like elements. The pull-out section 140 can be easily inserted into the outer part 120 from above, i.e. from the cover side, without this insertion movement being hindered by the stops on the outer part 120 or the pull-out section 140. The inner part 160 is then also inserted from above into the outer part 120 and the pull-out section 140. The inner part 160 is then glued to the outer part 120 via the bent tab 161.

[0088] A fire-retardant coating is applied to the inner surfaces of the drawer 140 and the outer part 120 and the inner part 160 which delimit the receiving space for the cigarette butts.

[0089] The drawer 140 can be completely removed from the pack 101 if necessary by exerting increased pulling force, for example if the cigarette butts already collected are to be easily disposed of, particularly together with the drawer 140 when the latter is no longer needed. The drawer 140 itself or a new drawer (e.g., a reusable drawer, e.g., made of plastic or metal) can be pushed back into the pack after emptying if necessary. The user can also decide from the outset to use their own, reusable drawer instead of the original drawer 140, thus removing the former and replacing it with the latter. Removal of the drawer 140 can be facilitated by suitable perforations, e.g., in the area of ​​the interacting tabs.

[0090] The invention is not limited to the illustrated embodiments. In particular, a pack for accommodating tobacco sticks (tobacco pins) for electronic cigarettes with an integrated holder for spent sticks can also be produced in the same way. Features of the pack's geometry, such as absolute dimensions or length ratios, can be selected differently. The same applies to the shape, dimensions, and placement of the opening for inserting the butts or spent sticks.

[0091] In summary, the invention provides a pack for holding cigarettes or tobacco sticks with an integrated container for holding cigarette butts, which is simple in its construction and operation.

Claims

1. A pack (1; 101) for receiving cigarettes or tobacco sticks, comprising a first telescopic element (20; 120) and a second telescopic element (40; 140), which is displaceably mounted in the first telescopic element (20; 120), wherein the first telescopic element (20; 120) or the second telescopic element (40; 140) has an opening (42; 142) in a lateral surface, which is arranged such that it is closed in a first relative position of the first telescopic element (20; 120) and the second telescopic element (40; 140) and is open in a second relative position of the first telescopic element (20; 120) and the second telescopic element (40; 140), so that a first receiving space (8) for cigarette butts or used tobacco sticks is accessible, wherein the first telescopic element (20; 120) and / or the second telescopic element (40; 140) at least partially enclose a second receiving space (9; 109) for cigarettes or tobacco sticks, which is separated from the first receiving space (8), wherein the opening (42; 142) is formed in the second telescopic element (40; 140), wherein the second telescopic element (40; 140) is formed box-like with a closed bottom (6; 106), and wherein the first telescopic element (20; 120) is formed box-like with an open bottom, characterized in that an inner part (60; 160) is arranged non-displaceably on the first telescopic element (20; 120), wherein the second telescopic element (40; 140) is displaceable between the first telescopic element (20; 120) and the inner part (60; 160) and the inner part (60; 160) forms the second receiving space (9; 109) separated from the first receiving space (8).

2. The pack according to claim 1, characterized in that the inner part (60; 160) is fastened to the first telescopic element (20; 120) via a tab (61; 161) overlapping the second telescopic element (40; 140) in the first relative position.

3. The pack according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the second telescopic element (40; 140) is arranged removably and in particular interchangeably between the first telescopic element (20; 120) and the inner part (60; 160).

4. The pack according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the second telescopic element (40; 140) is received substantially completely in the first telescopic element (20; 120) in the first relative position.

5. The pack according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the opening (42; 142) is closed in the first relative position by a lateral surface of the other telescopic element (20; 120) which is parallel to the corresponding lateral surface and contacts the latter over a large area.

6. The pack according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that a lid (7; 107) is arranged on the first telescopic element (20; 120) opposite the open bottom, which lid can be opened and closed again for the removal of cigarettes or tobacco sticks.

7. The pack according to claim 6, characterized in that a counter-section for the lid (107) is arranged on the inner part (160) in such a way that the lid (107) can interact with the counter-section even when the second telescopic element (140) is pulled out, in particular for holding the lid (107) in a closed position.

8. The pack according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the first telescopic element (20; 120) and the second telescopic element (40; 140) are configured in the manner of a folding box, wherein interacting stops for limiting a relative displacement of the telescopic elements (20, 40; 120, 140) are arranged on the first and on the second telescopic element (20, 40; 120, 140), wherein the stops are configured in particular by bent-over tabs (24, 25; 44, 45; 124, 125; 144, 145).

9. The pack according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the first telescopic element (20; 120) and the second telescopic element (40; 140) have a rectangular cross section perpendicular to a displacement direction.

10. The pack according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the first telescopic element (20; 120) and / or the second telescopic element (40; 140) is at least partially coated with a fire-retardant material on an inner side.

11. A kit comprising: a) a pack (1; 101) according to one of claims 1 to 10; b) a sales package with cigarettes or tobacco sticks, wherein the sales package consists in particular partially of a flexible film material, wherein the sales package is configured such that it can be inserted into the second receiving space (9; 109) with cigarettes or tobacco sticks received therein and / or such that cigarettes or tobacco sticks received therein can be introduced from the sales package into the second receiving space (9; 109) in a fitting manner.

12. The kit according to claim 11, characterized in that a separating line is formed on the sales package such that, after insertion into the second receiving space (9; 109), a first part of the sales package can be separated from a second part of the sales package and / or the sales package can be opened such that it can be removed from the pack (1; 101) while the cigarettes or tobacco sticks remain in the second receiving space (9; 109).