Storage unit

Abstract

The invention relates to a storage unit having a wall and a closure device, it being possible to control access to an interior space inside the wall by means of the closure device. The storage unit may in particular be used as an intermediate storage system for goods and / or logistics components. The storage unit has an internal ramp.

Description

[0001] storage unit

[0002] The invention relates to a storage unit for the temporary intermediate storage of goods and / or logistics components.

[0003] Mail-order sales of goods to both private and business customers are currently experiencing a significant increase. Numerous items that were previously purchased in local stores are now ordered online and delivered by mail or parcel service. This applies to both private and business customers. This is accompanied by a significant increase in the movement of goods via parcels intended for specific recipients. Particularly in inner cities or other metropolitan areas, this leads to the current delivery systems no longer being able to cope with the capacity or flexibility required.

[0004] It is therefore an object of the invention to provide a storage unit, particularly for the temporary intermediate storage of goods and / or logistics components, which is designed alternatively or better than known designs. This is achieved according to the invention by a storage unit according to claim 1. Advantageous embodiments can be found, for example, in the subclaims. The content of the claims is incorporated into the content of the description by express reference.

[0005] The invention relates to a storage unit, in particular for the temporary intermediate storage of goods and / or logistics components. The storage unit comprises a wall and a closure device. The wall encloses an interior space for the temporary storage of the goods and / or logistics components, leaving an opening free. The closure device closes the opening when closed and fully or partially releases the opening when open.

[0006] Such a storage unit can be used to create an interim storage facility in which goods to be delivered and / or the logistics components used for this purpose can be temporarily stored. For example, goods such as parcels or mail can be temporarily stored in such a storage unit, allowing a delivery person or vehicle to complete the "last mile" after the interim storage. This can streamline delivery processes and make deliveries faster and more efficient overall. Furthermore, the storage unit can also perform other functions, for example, those described below. This makes for particularly advantageous combined use, especially in inner-city areas.

[0007] Goods can be, for example, parcels or letters delivered via typical postal service. Logistics components can include, for example, transshipment containers, cargo bikes, mobile parcel stations, mobile parcel boxes, roll containers, or delivery vehicles, especially those designed for the "last mile," i.e., delivery to the actual recipient in the destination area after a longer transport. Such logistics components can also be used for picking up goods.

[0008] The wall can in particular serve to define the interior space in whole or in part. In this case, “enclosing” is understood to mean that the wall encloses the interior space at least to the extent that typical components stored or used in the storage unit are no longer accessible from the outside through the wall and are protected from the elements. This does not preclude the presence of individual openings such as ventilation slots or emergency access points, which are typically designed in such a way that no goods or other components can be inserted or removed through them. The locking device can selectively close the opening to prevent unauthorized access. If the locking device is opened, access to the goods or logistics components stored in the storage unit is possible, and further goods or logistics components can also be temporarily stored in the storage unit.

[0009] According to an advantageous embodiment, the wall has a base section at the bottom, wherein a ramp is expediently formed in the base section, which ramp is preferably directly adjacent to the opening. Using such a design, a ramp can be integrated into the storage unit, which is always available. In particular, it is designed to be permanent. It therefore does not have to be manufactured anew for each use. This makes it possible, for example, to dispense with separate elements which, in known designs, must first be folded out after the opening unit has been opened. This generally requires a lot of muscle power and generates noise. Particularly in urban areas, this can cause considerable nuisance to residents.The ramp described herein, which is typically permanently formed in the storage unit and which in particular does not have to be folded out or otherwise provided after each opening of the locking device, thus achieves a considerable advantage, since the storage unit can be used directly for pushing in or out roll containers or other units and additional noise generation is eliminated.

[0010] The floor section can, for example, be a base plate of the storage unit, which defines the interior space at the bottom. The floor section can, in particular, be understood as part of the wall.

[0011] The ramp is preferably formed from a panel and preferably one or more crossbeams. The panel preferably forms a surface of the ramp. The crossbeams are preferably arranged directly beneath the panel so that the panel rests on the crossbeams. The crossbeams are thus typically arranged on the side of the ramp opposite the surface. This allows for a simple and stable design of the ramp. The surface preferably formed by the panel can in particular be the surface on which logistics components or vehicles can drive into the storage unit. The surface can in particular merge directly into a parking area or be part of the parking area. In a typical setup of the storage unit, the surface of the ramp points diagonally upwards. The crossbeams can in particular support the panel from below. The panel can thus rest on the crossbeams.The crossbeams can therefore contribute to stability, although this stability comes at the cost of minimal additional weight. The crossbeams can also perform other functions, for example those discussed in more detail below. The panel can in particular be designed as a flat component or at least a substantially flat component. The crossbeams typically extend transversely to a direction in which an entry direction or at least a central entry direction runs over the ramp. When the storage unit is normally set up on a level surface, each crossbeam typically has a constant height above the surface along its longitudinal extent. Alternatively, an underside of the storage unit can also be selected as a reference.

[0012] The ramp is designed particularly on the inside facing the opening. When the locking device is closed, the ramp is therefore typically not visible and / or inaccessible. Compared to an externally arranged ramp, this offers particular advantages in terms of usable height. With an externally arranged ramp, a vehicle first drives onto the ramp and then onto a mostly level internal parking area, with the transition between the ramp and the internal parking area typically occurring at the opening. At the transition to the internal parking area, one end of the vehicle located there is typically higher than the other end and the vehicle is therefore positioned at an even greater angle, which increases its height requirement. Only when the other end of the vehicle has also passed the ramp is the vehicle aligned horizontally again and the height requirement is reduced again.This could be avoided by providing a flat surface outside the opening, allowing the vehicle to fully fit and drive through the opening in a horizontal position. However, providing an internal ramp offers the advantage of a simpler and space-saving design. The vehicle is only tilted once one end of the vehicle has already passed through the opening, increasing the usable height available through the opening and allowing taller vehicles to be used compared to the external ramp.

[0013] Preferably, the ramp forms a step-free transition to the surface on which the storage unit stands. This allows for easy insertion and removal of mobile components such as cargo bikes or roll containers. A step-free transition can be understood in particular as meaning that when inserting a mobile component, at most the thickness of the panel, or at least essentially only the thickness of the panel, has to be overcome from the surface. No step is installed, which would typically form a noticeable, especially intentionally provided, front surface. This facilitates the use of the storage unit.

[0014] The subsurface is formed, in particular, by a parking space on which the storage unit is located. The subsurface is therefore not part of the storage unit. In particular, the storage unit is typically parked on a level or at least substantially level surface.

[0015] In particular, the wall can have a first side element and a second side element, with the ramp expediently arranged between the first side element and the second side element. The side elements can laterally stabilize the ramp. Furthermore, the side elements can laterally delimit the ramp and thereby, in particular, define the area available for the entry of logistics components or vehicles. This area can, in particular, extend between the side elements. The side elements can, in particular, extend transversely to the opening.

[0016] Terms like "side," "top," or "bottom" refer to a normal installation of the storage unit on a level surface. This is clearly evident in typical designs.

[0017] In particular, one, some, or all of the crossbeams can be attached to the first side element and / or the second side element. This allows for advantageous stability. In addition to stabilizing the ramp, the side elements can also stabilize the side elements against each other, thus contributing to the stability of the entire storage unit. This can, for example, allow multiple storage units to be stacked on top of one another.

[0018] The cross members attached to the first side element and the second side element can preferably transfer forces between the side elements. They can statically stabilize the storage unit. This can, in particular, mean stabilization against tilting of components of the storage unit. This can significantly facilitate the installation of the storage unit and the arrangement of several storage units on top of one another. Static stabilization can, in particular, mean that the storage unit is more stable with the cross members attached to the side elements than if the cross members were not attached to the side elements or were not present.

[0019] The first side element and / or the second side element can, in particular, be designed in a plate-like manner. This can be the case entirely or partially, in particular directly to the side of the ramp and / or above the ramp. This achieves a simple construction of the side elements. A plate-like design can be understood, in particular, to mean that the side elements have a constant thickness entirely or at least essentially. In a typical erected orientation, this thickness can be measured, in particular, horizontally transversely to a longitudinal extent of the respective side element.

[0020] The first side element can in particular form a flat surface above the panel, which is preferably oriented perpendicular to a surface of the floor section outside the ramp and / or laterally delimits a space above the panel. The second side element can in particular form a flat surface above the panel, which is preferably oriented perpendicular to a surface of the floor section outside the ramp and / or laterally delimits a space above the panel. In particular, the panel can thus extend between the two side elements, which form a lateral boundary of a space above the panel or above the ramp. The side elements can also serve as guides for components that are pushed into the interior via the ramp.

[0021] The surface of the floor section outside the ramp is typically the area on which goods and / or logistics components and / or other elements such as cabinets or shelves are placed. It is typically flat and / or horizontally aligned in a typical intended orientation of the storage unit. In addition, however, the ramp can also be used for depositing goods and / or logistics components and / or other elements. The ramp and the surface of the floor section outside the ramp typically together form a floor of the interior. The wall can preferably have a base frame, which preferably has at least a first frame element and a second frame element on the bottom. The ramp can advantageously be arranged between the first frame element and the second frame element of the base frame. This has proven to be a simple and stable design.

[0022] The wall advantageously comprises several panels attached to the base frame. These panels can seal off the interior from the outside and prevent the ingress of unauthorized persons and / or dust or other undesirable substances. The base frame can, for example, extend along the edges of a cuboid, at least above the floor section. Rectangular panels, for example, can be attached to it.

[0023] Preferably, the first side element is formed in the first frame element and / or the second side element is formed in the second frame element. The aforementioned stability can thus be directly applied to the frame. The aforementioned frame elements are arranged, in particular, on the underside of the bearing unit.

[0024] Preferably, one, some, or all of the crossbeams are aligned horizontally and / or parallel to a line where the ramp merges into the rest of the floor section. This allows for a supporting effect that is identical at a height across the extent of the respective crossbeam. A horizontal alignment refers in particular to the situation where the storage unit is installed on a level surface.

[0025] According to a further development, a first section and a second section are defined along the surface of the ramp, which do not overlap and together occupy the surface of the ramp. The first section is expediently arranged adjacent to the opening. Expediently no cross beams are arranged in the first section, and expediently one or more cross beams are arranged in the second section. A cross beam is preferably arranged at the transition between the first section and the second section. As a result, the panel is only supported in the second section. In the first section, the panel is not supported by cross beams. This can enable slight deflection of the panel in the first section. Such deflection can enable the entry of vehicles or logistics components that would otherwise not be able to enter the storage unit.Here, even an additional height of just a few centimeters achieved through deflection can significantly improve usability, as it allows for the introduction of equipment or vehicles that would otherwise be impossible. This is particularly important immediately adjacent to the opening, as the height at this point may be restricted by elements such as frame elements or a roller shutter. The extension of the first and second sections described above may refer in particular to a cross-sectional view. Reference is made to the description of Fig. 6 below.

[0026] The first section can, in particular, have a length of at least 10 cm or at least 15 cm. The first section can, in particular, have a length of at most 25 cm or at most 30 cm. Such values ​​have proven advantageous for typical applications. However, other values ​​can, in principle, also be used.

[0027] According to one possible embodiment, the bearing unit has one or more hinges. The first section can, in particular, be pivotally attached to the second section by means of the hinges. This allows the first section to pivot relative to the second section through the functionality of the hinges. This prevents pivoting caused by material bending. Such pivoting can, for example, serve to adjust to a variable and / or uneven surface.

[0028] The panel can be rigid, particularly in the second section. This can be achieved, for example, by the cross members and / or by a greater thickness than in the first part and / or by a thickness sufficient for rigidity. The first section of the panel can preferably be pivotable and / or reversibly deformable relative to the second section. This can enable or simplify adaptation to a different surface and / or to a variable or uneven surface. The first section can, in particular, rest on the surface with one end.

[0029] An end of the panel arranged at the opening can, in particular, be a free end. This end can, in particular, be non-rigid and / or flexible. This can be achieved, for example, by the pivotability and / or bendability already described. In particular, the end arranged at the opening can belong to the first section and / or delimit the first section at the opening.

[0030] An end of the panel arranged at the opening can, in particular, be detachably fastened to the wall on one or both sides. For example, it can be welded in a severable manner, so that, preferably after detachment or severance, an end of the panel arranged at the opening remains a free end. This allows the storage unit to be manufactured, delivered, and transported with a fixed end, whereby this fixed end can be left as it is if no special adaptation to a surface is required, for example because the storage unit is set up on a level surface. If, for example, the storage unit is to be set up on an uneven surface, the end of the panel arranged at the opening can be detached.For this purpose, the connections can be severed, for example, using an angle grinder, or detachable connections can be released, which can be implemented using screws or buckles, for example. When using such connections, fastening after the connection has been released is also possible. If the initially fastened end is released, it can thereby become the free end, and the description given for a free end can be applied accordingly.

[0031] It is preferably provided that a free end of the panel arranged at the opening is reversibly deformable upwards and / or downwards by at least 1 cm, at least 2 cm or at least 3 cm and / or is deformable within a reversible range of the panel. Such reversible deformability allows advantageous adaptation of the end of the panel to an uneven surface. This can enable at least largely barrier-free or barrier-free entry via the ramp even from an uneven surface. A free end of the panel arranged at the opening can in particular be designed to be reversibly deformable and adapt to a level or uneven surface. This allows largely level or barrier-free entry onto the ramp from the surface.Reversible deformability can essentially mean that a material can bend, remain in that bent state, but can later be changed to a different state and remain in that state as well. Therefore, no irreversible change in shape occurs. An area in which a material can bend in this way can, for example, be an area below the material's yield point. A force that presses the ramp onto the ground and thus also ensures adaptation can be, for example, the weight of vehicles or logistics components or of people. In particular, the material can be elastically deformable in a sub-area of ​​the range of reversible bendability, i.e., can independently return to its original position.

[0032] If a storage unit is installed on an uneven surface, the free end can be adjusted to the surface by applying a targeted force to the free end, for example, by one or more approaching vehicles or logistics components, or by the weight of people. If the storage unit is later installed on a different surface, it can be adjusted again by applying a force. This can also be considered a procedural aspect.

[0033] Advantageously, the storage unit is open below a free end of the panel located at the opening, and more preferably also adjacent to it below the panel. A hollow space is thus formed between a flat surface and the ramp or panel, which is bounded at the bottom by the surface. This can particularly facilitate the adaptation of the panel to the surface.

[0034] According to an advantageous embodiment, the ramp has at least one cross member of a first type and at least one cross member of a second type. The cross members of the first type can in particular have a smaller cross-sectional area than the cross members of the second type. The cross members of the first type are preferably arranged closer to the opening than the cross members of the second type. This statement can apply in particular to all cross members of the first type and all cross members of the second type. This can take into account any desired deformability of the ramp. In addition, the space required by these cross members can be reduced by using cross members with a smaller cross-sectional area. A cross-sectional area or a cross section is measured or considered in particular transversely to a respective longitudinal extent of the cross member.

[0035] According to an advantageous embodiment, the storage unit has at least one forklift pocket accessible from the outside, wherein the panel expediently rests on the forklift pocket at an end opposite the opening and / or is connected to the forklift pocket. This makes it possible, in particular, for the forklift pocket to stabilize and / or support the ramp in addition to its function, which consists in the possibility of lifting the storage unit using a forklift. Typically, a further forklift pocket is also arranged. The forklift pockets are typically arranged parallel to one another. They are preferably arranged in a floor section of the storage unit. They are preferably aligned parallel to the crossbeams.

[0036] Preferably, one, some, or all of the crossbeams are attached and / or welded to the panel. This allows for a solid connection and thus particularly high stability. Alternatively, the panel can simply rest on the crossbeams, especially without being connected to them. This can apply to one, some, or all of the crossbeams.

[0037] In particular, one, some, or all of the cross members can be designed as profiles or extruded profiles. This allows for simple production and a stable construction. However, other designs are also possible. The same applies to forklift pockets.

[0038] The panel can, in particular, be designed as a sheet metal. This allows for simple production and high stability. The panel can, in particular, be made of aluminum. This material has advantageous properties for the use relevant here. The sheet metal or panel can, in particular, be designed as a checkered plate. It can, in particular, have a thickness of at least 2 cm, or at least 3 cm, and / or of at most 5 cm, or of at most 6 cm, or of 4 cm. Applied checkered plates typically serve to improve slip resistance, but have also proven advantageous for the purposes mentioned here of adapting the free end to an uneven surface. In particular, the checkered plates partially stabilize the sheet metal, but also leave areas in between where deformability is possible. The checkered plates can, for example, have a thickness of at least 1 cm, and / or of at most 3 cm, or of 2 cm.The warts can be formed in particular as elongated elevations.

[0039] The wall can, in particular, have a ceiling section, which preferably defines the interior space at the top in a continuous plane. This increases the usable interior height compared to designs in which the upper boundary of the interior space adapts to the course of the ramp. This facilitates or even enables vehicle entry, as more height is available at the opening.

[0040] In particular, the interior space can have a constant height relative to a surface of the floor section outside the ramp, either entirely or apart from the closure device. This means that the height above the ramp also remains constant relative to an imaginary extension of the surface of the floor section outside the ramp. In other words, this increases the height of the interior space above the ramp because the ramp slopes downwards compared to the surface of the floor section outside the ramp. The closure device can take up part of the otherwise available height, for example, because a roller is provided for rolling up a roller shutter.

[0041] According to one embodiment, the wall can leave exactly one opening to the interior. This applies in particular to openings intended for the insertion and removal of goods or logistics components, i.e., in particular, they are of a suitable size and / or can be closed by the closure device or a closure device. Thus, ventilation slots or the like are not considered in this context. By providing only one opening, a particularly simple design can be achieved, since a fixed enclosure or one that can only be removed with a tool can be provided on all other sides.

[0042] The ramp can, in particular, be formed as an inclined surface in the floor section. This can mean, in particular, that the inclined surface is formed relative to a support on the underside. For example, the inclined surface can be formed such that, compared to an otherwise cuboid-shaped or plate-shaped floor plate or a cuboid-shaped or plate-shaped floor section, no material is present to form the inclined surface.

[0043] The ramp can lead, in particular, on the inside, i.e., within the storage unit, to a parking area formed by the floor section. In other words, the parking area can be formed, in particular, at an end of the ramp opposite the opening and / or the closure device. A vehicle or other element driving through the opening from the outside directly onto the ramp with the closure device open can gain height on the ramp and then reach the parking area directly.

[0044] The floor section can form a level parking area within the storage unit, particularly adjacent to the ramp. This parking area is used primarily for parking logistics components such as roll containers, vehicles such as cargo bikes, or other mobile elements. The ramp or the surface of the ramp can also be used for parking.

[0045] The storage area can in particular be formed on an upper side of the floor section. In particular, it can be provided that there are no further components between the floor section and the storage area. In other words, the storage area can be formed directly on the floor section. This allows for a simple design and avoids unnecessary elevation. The floor section typically lies directly on a surface such as a road or a parking space. The floor section can in particular be designed as a solid plate. In particular, it can be provided that the solid plate has no cavities or other recesses in its interior. This can apply in particular to areas of the floor section outside the ramp. Alternatively, however, a design of the floor section with an internal cavity is also possible.

[0046] The floor section can have a constant thickness, especially outside the ramp. This allows for a simple design. In particular, it also makes it easy to create a flat storage area.

[0047] The ramp can have its lowest point or its deepest section, particularly at the opening. For example, if the closure device is designed as a roller shutter, the lowest slat of the roller shutter can be located directly above the lowest point or deepest section of the ramp when closed. This allows for the smoothest possible transition from the surrounding floor on which the storage unit stands to the interior of the logistics unit. A section can, in particular, refer to a straight section of the same height.

[0048] In particular, the ramp can be designed to slope inward from the opening as the distance from the opening increases. This allows for a component such as a roll container or cargo bike to be inserted effortlessly and quietly. This component can also be pulled out again.

[0049] The ramp can, in particular, have the same height at some or all distances from the opening. The ramp can therefore, for example, be formed with a constant cross-section, in particular when considering a part that forms the ramp until it rests on the ground or transitions to the ground. The cross-section can, in particular, be triangular. The cross-section can, in particular, be constant along a direction that is parallel to an extension of the opening and / or horizontal.

[0050] According to one embodiment, the ramp can be formed entirely or partially on a ramp part, wherein the ramp part is pivotally attached to another component of the storage unit located inside the opening. By means of such a ramp part, automatic height compensation of any unevenness that may occur outside or inside the storage unit can be achieved. The ramp part is, in particular, a part that forms the ramp entirely or partially, i.e., on which, for example, a slope is formed during use, which can be used to push cargo bikes or other units into the interior. The other component to which the ramp part is attached can, in particular, be part of the floor section.This pivoting attachment, which can be implemented, for example, by a hinge, is located in particular inside the opening, which means that it is located, for example, beneath the interior of the storage unit and, in particular, inside the opening and thus also the locking device. This allows the ramp section to be pivoted in such a way that the ramp functionality is already available at the opening. For example, the aforementioned panel and the crossbeams can be designed to be pivotable together, as just described.

[0051] The ramp section can, in particular, be designed to rest on a surface opposite one end, to which it is pivotally mounted, and / or to form a smooth transition to the surface. This allows a component such as a trolley to be pushed onto the ramp section and thus onto the ramp at this end, where it rests and / or forms a smooth transition. Upon exiting the ramp section, the component can also smoothly transition into a subfloor of the interior outside the ramp section. This allows for particularly simple use of the ramp for the purpose already explained.

[0052] The ramp part can in particular be fastened by means of a hinge and / or so as to be pivotable about a horizontal axis. An orientation such as horizontal refers to a typical orientation of the storage unit during typical use. The ramp part can, for example, be pivotable by a maximum of 30°. For example, this makes it possible to dispense with the need to design the ramp part in such a way that it first has to be folded out before each use; rather, it typically remains unchanged after the storage unit has been set up in a certain location. In particular, the ramp part can be designed such that it rests on a floor on which the storage unit is standing, even when the locking device is closed. This advantageously eliminates the need for laborious folding out before each use and then folding back in place.

[0053] This avoids noise generation.

[0054] The ramp can, in particular, be designed to assume the height of a floor at the opening and / or at one end of the floor section and / or to form a smooth transition to the floor on which the storage unit stands. This allows a component, such as a roll container, to be inserted, pushed in, or pulled out as smoothly and as effortlessly as possible. A smooth transition is understood, in particular, to mean a transition that, when a roller typically used by logistics components rolls over it, causes no or only a very slight abrupt height difference for this roller.

[0055] According to one embodiment, the wall may comprise at least one side element or surface part that is removably attached. This allows lateral access, for example, for inspection purposes, and / or for combining several storage units into a storage arrangement, which will be discussed in more detail below.

[0056] According to one embodiment, the locking device can be a roller shutter. A door, such as a pivoting door, or another element can also be used to close and release the opening.

[0057] The storage unit can, in particular, have an access control device that can be addressed by means of an operating unit attached to the storage unit and / or by radio communication and is configured to release the locking device from the closed state to the open state in response to a validated access request. The access control device can thus selectively control access to the storage unit. For example, a code can be entered into the operating unit, or a card or other means of identification can be inserted or communicatively connected to it. When addressing via radio communication, for example, short-range communication such as NFC or even a mobile network can be used.An operator can then, for example, use a mobile phone or other mobile device capable of data communication to enter a code, activate an application, or otherwise ensure that they are identified at the storage unit. This can trigger an access request accordingly. This can be validated, i.e. it is checked whether the access request is legitimate and whether the user is authorized to use the storage unit based on the access request they have created. In this case, the locking device can be released for the open state, for example by opening a lock, which allows a roller shutter door to be opened manually, or by the locking device opening automatically, for example in the case of an electrically operated roller shutter.

[0058] According to one embodiment, the storage unit has one or more external lighting devices and / or ambient lighting devices. This allows the surroundings of the storage unit to be illuminated, thereby increasing safety in the surrounding area, making it easier to locate the storage unit, and enabling safe and reliable use of the storage unit even at night. For example, the lighting device can be used to illuminate an area in front of the storage unit, which can be used, for example, by a user to park a cargo bike before it is brought into the storage unit after opening the locking device.

[0059] The wall can be completely or at least predominantly smooth on the outside, at least above a base section. This allows for an attractive design and reduces the risk of injury. For example, the wall can be smooth over at least 50%, at least 60%, at least 70%, at least 80%, or at least 90% of its outer surface.

[0060] The wall can, in particular, comprise a base frame and a plurality of surface parts, with the surface parts being attached to the base frame. This allows for a modular construction of the wall. For example, the surface parts can be detachably attached to the base frame, allowing access to a section concealed by a surface part.

[0061] The base frame can be made entirely, partially, or predominantly of aluminum. "Predominantly" means, for example, more than 50% aluminum. Aluminum is lightweight and stable and has therefore proven advantageous for the purposes presented here.

[0062] The wall can, in particular, have one or more removable surface parts, whereby by removing a surface part, a side wall of the storage unit can be opened completely, partially, or largely. For this purpose, the surface parts can be attached to the base frame or other components, for example, with quick-release fasteners, removable screws, or in some other way.

[0063] According to an advantageous embodiment, the storage unit can have a freely programmable controller. This allows for particularly high flexibility. A freely programmable controller can be understood, for example, as having storage means and processor means, wherein program code can be stored in the storage means that controls the behavior of the processor means. The storage means can be provided with corresponding program code, wherein access to the storage means can be made dependent, for example, on the entry of a code, a password, other identification, or compliance with certain criteria.

[0064] The freely programmable controller can be configured in particular to perform one or more of the following tasks:

[0065] Use as a higher-level control for other controls, communication between several storage units, receiving and evaluating access information, controlling the locking device, automatic control of interior lighting and / or exterior lighting.

[0066] This allows the freely programmable controller to take over numerous functions of the storage unit, allowing for user-specific customization and advantageously providing numerous functionalities. The freely programmable controller can also be configured to perform additional tasks.

[0067] According to an advantageous embodiment, the storage unit has at least one vegetation support, in particular with a substrate for plant growth. The vegetation support can be arranged, in particular, on the outside of the wall. This gives the storage unit additional functionality for storing goods and / or logistics components, namely the provision of an area for plant growth, which can serve, for example, to purify the air in inner cities or other regions and also to visually enhance the appearance. In particular, the visual appearance of the storage unit can be significantly improved, and the acceptance of setting up the storage unit in busy places and / or in inner-city areas can be significantly increased.

[0068] The growth receptacle can be arranged, in particular, on one or more side surfaces of the storage unit and / or on a top surface of the storage unit. Accordingly, several growth receptacles can also be arranged on the aforementioned surfaces or sides.

[0069] The substrate can be, in particular, soil and / or a porous body. It can, in particular, contain nutrients for plants. This allows for the advantageous provision of plant growth.

[0070] The storage unit can advantageously have at least one water tank designed to irrigate at least one vegetation support. It can also be designed to irrigate all existing vegetation supports. This allows for an irrigation function integrated into the storage unit, which promotes plant growth in the vegetation supports.

[0071] According to one embodiment, the storage unit can have a water collection unit designed to collect surface water on the storage unit and direct it into the water tank and / or into one, some, or all of the vegetation supports. This advantageously allows rainwater, which already falls on the storage unit, to be collected and used to irrigate the vegetation supports. A separate water supply or the provision of water from canisters or other containers can thus be advantageously dispensed with.

[0072] In particular, moss may be planted in the substrate in one, some, or all of the vegetation images. Such moss has proven beneficial for the inner-city climate, particularly for effective air purification and oxygen production.

[0073] According to an advantageous embodiment, the storage unit has an energy supply device which has an electrical energy storage device, an electrical supply connection and / or a power generation device. This allows an advantageous supply of the storage unit with electrical energy. An energy storage device can be designed, for example, as an accumulator or battery. An electrical supply connection can, for example, establish a connection to a public energy supply grid. A power generation device can, for example, be designed as a solar panel. This can, in particular, be attached to another component of the storage unit. In particular, a solar panel can be a roof element and / or a wall element and / or be attached to a roof element and / or wall element.The solar panel allows for quiet and environmentally friendly generation of electrical energy, making the storage unit independent of external power supplies.

[0074] The storage unit advantageously has one or more forklift pockets on the bottom for receiving the storage unit using a forklift. This allows easy transport and relocation of the storage unit. According to one embodiment, the storage unit has one or more container stop elements on the sides and / or at corners and / or on edges. Such container stop elements can be designed, for example, as eyelets or hooks. They can be used in particular to lift, transport and relocate the storage unit using a crane or other device. In particular, the container stop elements can be attached to the outside of each corner of the storage unit. In particular, they can be attached so that they point to the side. This can apply in particular when the storage unit is set up normally on a surface. Thus, for example, two container stop elements can be provided at each corner.These can be advantageously used to connect two storage units arranged side by side or one on top of the other. Container stop elements can be provided that point exclusively to the side. However, they can also be provided that point upwards and / or downwards.

[0075] According to an advantageous embodiment, one or more folding shelves are arranged in the interior. These can, for example, be foldable down or foldable up, whereby they can accommodate goods or other components, particularly when folded down, and take up very little space when folded up.

[0076] In particular, the storage unit can have a vandalism detection system, which can be configured to detect forced opening, particularly unauthorized relocation, and / or unauthorized intrusion, and to trigger an alarm in response. This allows for safer use of the storage unit, particularly in remote locations, since vandalism, for example, as mentioned above, can be automatically detected and an alarm triggered. The alarm can be triggered, for example, by a light signal, a sound signal, and / or a signal transmitted via a radio connection and / or communicated to others.

[0077] According to an advantageous embodiment, the storage unit has a location determination device configured to determine the location of the storage unit. For example, location determination methods such as satellite navigation, 5G Wi-Fi, or other location determination methods can be used for this purpose. This allows, for example, tracking and monitoring of the storage unit and detection of unauthorized changes in location.

[0078] In particular, the wall can completely enclose the storage unit, except for the opening and, if present, ventilation slots. Other similar openings, such as ventilation slots, which are not suitable for inserting or removing goods from the storage unit, can also be formed in the wall, which is why the wall still encloses the storage unit as mentioned.

[0079] The storage unit can be designed, in particular, as a storage box and / or for parking on a street, a public area, or a parking lot. In such locations, the storage unit can advantageously perform its supporting function in logistics.

[0080] The storage unit can in particular have a width of at least 180 cm and / or a maximum of 260 cm. The storage unit can in particular have a height of at least 200 cm and / or a maximum of 260 cm. The storage unit can in particular have a length of at least 360 cm and / or a maximum of 460 cm. Such dimensions in particular allow the storage unit to be set up in a standard parking space, whereby no more than one parking space is lost when setting up the storage unit. With these dimensions, the available space is well utilized. In principle, however, other dimensions are also possible. For example, areas can also be used which, compared to the aforementioned, have a lower value that is 10 cm, 20 cm or 30 cm lower and / or an upper value that is 10 cm, 20 cm or 30 cm higher.

[0081] In particular, the storage unit can be designed at least essentially cuboidally. This allows for optimal utilization of a typical installation area, such as a parking lot, and also of the height above it.

[0082] The invention further relates to a storage arrangement which has at least two storage units as described herein. With regard to the storage units, all embodiments and variants described herein can be used. The storage units are in particular arranged directly adjacent to one another. Side surfaces of the storage units which face another storage unit can in particular be completely, partially or predominantly open, so that a continuous interior space of the storage units is formed. By means of such a storage arrangement, several storage units can be used together, for example two, three, four or more storage units, wherein a continuous interior space can be formed between them. This allows in particular greater flexibility and the possibility of storing even larger objects than when using only one storage unit.

[0083] For example, it may be provided that a ramp as described herein is configured only for one storage unit. Alternatively, it may also be provided that a ramp as described herein is provided for several or all storage units. It may also be provided that the storage arrangement comprises one or more storage units which, in a modification of the other descriptions herein, do not have an opening. These can be easily used to expand the storage space and are accessible via the opening of at least one storage unit.

[0084] The invention further relates to the use of a storage unit or a storage arrangement as described herein as a temporary intermediate storage facility for goods and / or logistics components. With regard to the storage unit, all designs and variants described herein can be used. The same applies to the storage arrangement. The aforementioned advantages can thus be achieved.

[0085] The use can be particularly in an inner-city area, an urban area, a conurbation, a residential area, a commercial area, and / or an industrial area. In such areas, the use of the storage unit or storage arrangement described herein can be particularly advantageous, as high mail volumes and a considerable need for flexibility and thus also for intermediate storage capacity are to be expected. In principle, however, the storage unit can be used anywhere.

[0086] Further features and advantages will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the exemplary embodiment described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings show: Fig. 1: a storage unit in a perspective view, Fig. 2: the storage unit in an open state,

[0087] Fig. 3: the storage unit in a different usage state,

[0088] Fig. 4: the storage unit in yet another usage condition,

[0089] Fig. 5: the storage unit in a sectional view, and Fig. 6: the ramp of the storage unit separately.

[0090] Fig. 1 shows a storage unit 10 according to an embodiment of the invention. The storage unit 10 has a wall 20 that largely encloses the storage unit 10. An opening 21 is formed on the front side, which is not enclosed by the wall 20. In this case, the opening 21 is closed by a closure device 30 in the form of a roller shutter. An interior of the storage unit 10, not visible in Fig. 1, is therefore not accessible in the state shown.

[0091] The wall 20 has a base frame 22, which in this case extends along the edges of an imaginary cuboid, thus giving the storage unit 10 a cuboid shape. Surface parts 24, which are also part of the wall 20, are attached to the base frame 22. This allows for a simple and stable construction, with the surface parts 24 generally being removable from the base frame 22.

[0092] Furthermore, an external lighting device 50 in the form of a spotlight is attached to the base frame 22, by means of which an area in front of the storage unit 10 can be illuminated. This allows safe use of the storage unit 10 even at night.

[0093] In Fig. 2, the storage unit 10 is shown in a different state. Here, the locking device 30 is open, i.e., the roller shutter is pulled upward, so that the opening 21 is largely free and an interior space 40 of the storage unit 10 is thus accessible. Furthermore, the surface part 24 on the right side has been removed, so that accessibility is also achieved from this side. For example, the storage unit 10 in the state shown could be placed next to another storage unit 10 with an open side surface on the left side, creating a continuous, shared interior space.

[0094] In the present case, two folding shelves 60 are formed in the interior 40, which can be folded down to accommodate goods 15 thereon. These goods 15 are to be temporarily stored, which can advantageously be done safely and with better protection in the storage unit 10. Furthermore, a logistics unit 100 is located in the storage unit 10, i.e. a movable system which rests on rollers and can be pushed into and out of the storage unit 10. The logistics unit 100 can in particular represent a logistics component. For example, goods which are to be temporarily stored in the storage unit 10 and which can, for example, be brought directly in the logistics unit 100 to a logistics center or to an installation site.

[0095] The interior space 40 is delimited at the bottom by a floor section 26. This is designed as a floor plate and forms a storage area 27 at the top. A ramp 28 is formed in the floor section 26. This begins directly at the opening 21 and its height increases with increasing distance from the opening 21. At the opening 21, the ramp 28 merges into a surrounding floor on which the storage unit 10 stands. Outside the ramp 28, the floor section 26 is designed as a solid plate with a constant thickness. The base frame 22 has a first frame element 22a and a second frame element 22b on the bottom. These are arranged laterally to the floor section 26, as shown. They extend along the longer extent or the longer edges of the storage unit 10. The wall 20 has a first side element 91 and a second side element 92. The first side element 91 is formed in the first frame element 22a.The second side element 92 is formed in the second frame element 22b. The ramp 28 is arranged between the side elements 91, 92. These components will be discussed in more detail below.

[0096] This ramp 28 advantageously enables components such as the logistics unit 100, a trolley, or other mobile components such as cargo bikes to be pushed in and out or pulled out without having to bridge abrupt height differences. The separate attachment of an independent element, which then forms a ramp, or the laborious folding out of an element, which then forms the ramp, can advantageously be dispensed with. This saves effort and avoids the generation of noise when preparing the ramp. The storage unit 10 further comprises a freely programmable controller 70. As shown, a control panel 75 is attached to this controller to enable on-site operation of the storage unit 10. This allows, for example, control functions to be controlled or the lighting device 50 to be switched on, off, or provided with a timer.

[0097] Fig. 3 shows the storage unit 10 in a different state. Here, the folding shelves 60 are folded up, as they are not currently being used to store goods 15. Accordingly, more space is available, for example, for the insertion of one or more logistics units 100.

[0098] In the state shown in Fig. 4, however, the folding shelves 60 are folded down and goods 15 are located there for temporary storage. However, in this state, no logistics unit 100 is located in the interior space 40.

[0099] Two container stop elements 98 are provided at each corner of the cuboid-shaped storage unit 10. These are designed as eyelets so that a connecting element can engage with the respective container stop element 98. The container stop elements 98 are arranged such that they point sideways, i.e., neither upwards nor downwards. The container stop elements 98 serve, in particular, to connect two storage units 10 arranged side by side or one on top of the other, or to transport the storage unit 10, for example, using a swap body.

[0100] Fig. 5 shows a side sectional view through the bearing unit 10. In particular, the design of the ramp 28 can be seen better.

[0101] The ramp 28 has a panel 80. In this case, this is formed from sheet metal. A surface of the ramp 28 is formed on top of the panel 80, on which vehicles or logistics components can be driven into the interior 40. This surface of the panel 80 merges into the parking area 27. However, it can also be considered part of an overall parking area, which includes the surface of the panel 80 and the parking area 27. Several crossbeams 85 are arranged below the panel 80. These are attached to the side elements 91, 92 mentioned above, for example, by welding. Furthermore, in this case, the panel 80 is also welded to the crossbeams 85. This achieves a particularly high overall stability. This stability counteracts the bending of at least part of the panel 80, but also the twisting of the entire storage unit 10.

[0102] A forklift pocket 95 and another forklift pocket 96 are arranged at the bottom of the base frame 22. These extend transversely to the plane of the paper in Fig. 6 and serve to lift the storage unit 10 using a forklift. This facilitates handling and transport. As shown in Fig. 5, the panel 80 rests with its right-hand end on the forklift pocket 95 and is also attached thereto. This serves to easily and securely attach the panel 80 to this side. Conversely, the panel 80 has a free end 83. This free end 83 preferably forms a smooth transition to the base on which the storage unit 10 stands.

[0103] Fig. 6 shows the ramp 28 separately, also in a side sectional view. As can be seen in Fig. 6, the cross members 85 are divided into first-type cross members 85a and second-type cross members 85b. The former have a smaller cross-section and are arranged closer to the free end 83 of the panel 80.

[0104] As shown, the panel 80 is divided into a first section 81 and a second section 82. The first section 81 begins directly at the free end 83 and extends to the leftmost cross member 85. The second section 82 extends from this cross member 85 to the forklift pocket 95. The first section 81 is designed to be at least partially reversibly deformable. This allows the free end 83 to adapt to uneven ground and thus ensure a level entrance. Alternatively or additionally, it is also possible to attach the first section 81 to the second section 82 by means of one or more hinges, whereby these hinges can ensure that the first section 81 can be pivoted.

[0105] This allows for easy adaptation to different surfaces, eliminating the need for wedges on uneven ground.

[0106] In addition, the easy adaptation to uneven surfaces such as cobblestones makes it easier to set up several storage units directly next to each other.

[0107] It should be noted that features may be described in combination in the claims and the description, for example, to facilitate understanding, although they may also be used separately. Those skilled in the art will recognize that such features may also be combined independently with other features or combinations of features.

[0108] References in subclaims may indicate preferred combinations of the respective features, but do not exclude other combinations of features.

[0109] Below, features are presented in a structured manner that contain further aspects of the invention. These can be combined with each other and with other features disclosed herein.

[0110] 1 . Storage unit (10) for the temporary intermediate storage of goods (15) and / or logistics components (100), wherein the storage unit (10) has the following: a wall (20), and a closure device (30), wherein the wall (20) encloses an interior space (40) for the temporary storage of the goods (15) and / or logistics components (100) and leaves an opening (21) free, wherein the closure device (30) closes the opening (21) in a closed state and releases the opening (21) completely or partially in an open state.

[0111] 2. Storage unit (10) according to feature 1, wherein the wall (20) has a bottom section (26) on the underside, and wherein a ramp (28) is formed in the bottom section (26) which directly adjoins the opening (21).

[0112] 3. Bearing unit (10) according to feature 2, wherein the ramp (28) has its lowest point or its lowest section at the opening (21).

[0113] 4. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 2 or 3, wherein the ramp (28) is designed to rise inwards from the opening (21) with increasing distance from the opening (21).

[0114] 5. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 2 to 4, wherein the ramp (28) has the same height at some or all distances from the opening (21).

[0115] 6. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the ramp (28) is formed entirely or partially on a ramp part, wherein the ramp part is pivotally attached to another component of the storage unit (10) inside the opening (21). Storage unit (10) according to feature 6, wherein the ramp part is designed to rest on a base opposite an end to which it is pivotally attached and / or to form a smooth transition to the base. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 6 or 7, wherein the ramp part is pivotally attached by means of a hinge and / or about a horizontal axis and / or is pivotable by a maximum of 30°. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 6 to 8, wherein the ramp part rests on a floor on which the storage unit (10) stands, even when the closure device (30) is in the closed state.Storage unit (10) according to one of features 2 to 9, wherein the ramp (28) is designed to assume the height of a floor at the opening (21) and / or at one end of the floor section (26) and / or to form a smooth transition to the floor on which the storage unit (10) stands. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the wall (20) comprises at least one side element or surface part which is removably fastened. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the locking device (30) is a roller shutter. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, which has an access control device which can be addressed by means of an operating unit attached to the storage unit (10) and / or by means of radio communication and is configured to release the locking device (30) from the closed state to the open state in response to a validated access request.Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, which has one or more external lighting devices (50) and / or ambient lighting devices. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the wall (20), at least above a base section (26), is completely or at least predominantly smooth on the outside. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the wall (20) has a base frame (22) and a plurality of surface parts (24), wherein the surface parts (24) are fastened to the base frame (22). Storage unit (10) according to feature 16, wherein the base frame (22) is made entirely, partially, or predominantly of aluminum. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the wall (20) has one or more removable surface parts (24), wherein by removing a surface part (24), a side wall of the storage unit (10) can be completely, partially, or predominantly opened.Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the storage unit (10) has a freely programmable controller (70). Storage unit (10) according to feature 19, wherein the freely programmable controller (70) is configured to perform one or more of the following tasks:.

[0116] Use as a higher-level controller for further controllers, communication between several storage units (10), receiving and evaluating access information, controlling the locking device (30), automatic control of interior lighting and / or exterior lighting. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, which has at least one vegetation receptacle with a substrate for plant growth, wherein the vegetation receptacle is arranged on the outside of the wall (20). Storage unit (10) according to feature 21, wherein the vegetation receptacle is arranged on one or more side surfaces of the storage unit (10) and / or on an upper side of the storage unit (10). Storage unit (10) according to one of features 21 or 22, wherein the substrate is soil and / or a porous body and / or contains nutrients for plants.Storage unit (10) according to one of features 21 to 23, which has at least one water tank designed to irrigate at least one vegetation receptacle. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 21 to 24, which has a water collection unit designed to collect surface water on the storage unit (10) and direct it into the water tank and / or into one, some, or all of the vegetation receptacles. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 21 to 25, wherein moss is planted in the substrate in one, some, or all of the vegetation receptacles. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the storage unit (10) has an energy supply device having an electrical energy storage device, an electrical supply connection, and / or a power generation device.Storage unit (10) according to feature 27, wherein the energy supply device comprises at least one solar panel as a power generation device, which is fastened to another component of the storage unit (10). Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, which has one or more forklift pockets on the bottom for receiving the storage unit (10) by means of a forklift, and / or which has one or more container stop elements on the sides and / or at corners and / or at edges. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein one or more folding shelves (60) are arranged in the interior (40). Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, which has a vandalism detection system configured to detect a forced opening (21), a change of location, and / or an unauthorized intrusion and to trigger an alarm in response thereto.Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, which has a location determination device configured to determine the location of the storage unit (10). Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the wall (20) completely encloses the storage unit (10) except for the opening (21) and, if present, ventilation slots. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the storage unit (10) is designed as a storage box and / or for parking on a street, a public area, or in a parking lot. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the storage unit (10) has a width of at least 180 cm and / or of at most 260 cm, and / or wherein the storage unit (10) has a height of at least 200 cm and / or of at most 260 cm, and / or wherein the storage unit (10) has a length of at least 360 cm and / or of at most 460 cm.Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the storage unit (10) is at least substantially cuboid-shaped. Storage arrangement which has at least two storage units (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the storage units (10) are set up directly adjacent to one another, and wherein side surfaces of the storage units (10) which face another storage unit (10) are completely, partially, or predominantly open, so that a continuous interior space (40) of the storage units (10) is formed. Use of a storage unit (10) or a storage arrangement according to one of the preceding features as a temporary intermediate storage facility for goods (15) and / or logistics components (100). Use according to feature 38, which takes place in an inner-city area, an urban area, a conurbation, a residential area, a commercial area, and / or in an industrial area.Below, features are presented in a structured manner that contain further aspects of the invention. These can be combined with each other and with other features disclosed herein.

[0117] 1. Storage unit (10) for the temporary intermediate storage of goods (15) and / or logistics components (100), wherein the storage unit (10) has the following: a wall (20), and a closure device (30), wherein the wall (20) encloses an interior space (40) for the temporary storage of the goods (15) and / or logistics components (100) and leaves an opening (21) free, wherein the closure device (30) closes the opening (21) in a closed state and completely or partially releases the opening (21) in an open state, wherein the wall (20) has a bottom section (26) on the underside, which is a base plate of the storage unit, and wherein a ramp (28) is formed in the bottom section (26) and directly borders the opening (21).

[0118] 2. Storage unit (10) according to feature 1, wherein the ramp (28) is formed as an inclined surface in the base portion (26).

[0119] 3. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the ramp (28) leads on the inside to a storage surface (27) which is formed by the floor section (26).

[0120] 4. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the floor section (26) forms a flat storage surface (27) within the storage unit (10) next to the ramp (28).

[0121] 5. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 3 or 4, wherein the storage surface (27) is formed on an upper side of the base section (26). Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the base section (26) is designed as a solid plate. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the base section (26) has a constant thickness outside the ramp (28). Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the ramp (28) has its lowest point or its lowest section at the opening (21). Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the ramp (28) is designed to rise inwards from the opening (21) with increasing distance from the opening (21). Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the ramp (28) has the same height at some or all distances from the opening (21).Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the ramp (28) is formed entirely or partially on a ramp part, wherein the ramp part is pivotally attached to another component of the storage unit (10) inside the opening (21). Storage unit (10) according to feature 11, wherein the ramp part is designed to rest on a base opposite an end to which it is pivotally attached and / or to form a smooth transition to the base. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 11 or 12, wherein the ramp part is pivotally attached by means of a hinge and / or about a horizontal axis and / or is pivotable by a maximum of 30°. Storage unit (10) according to one of features 11 to 13, wherein the ramp part rests on a base on which the storage unit (10) stands, even when the closure device (30) is in the closed state.Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the ramp (28) is designed to assume the height of a floor at the opening (21) and / or at one end of the floor section (26) and / or to form a smooth transition to the floor on which the storage unit (10) stands. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the wall (20) comprises at least one side element which is removably fastened. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the closure device (30) is a roller shutter. Storage arrangement which has at least two storage units (10) according to one of the preceding features, wherein the storage units (10) are set up directly adjacent to one another, and wherein side surfaces of the storage units (10) which face another storage unit (10) are completely, partially, or predominantly open, so that a continuous interior space (40) of the storage units (10) is formed.Use of a storage unit (10) or a storage arrangement according to one of the preceding features as a temporary intermediate storage facility for goods (15) and / or logistics components (100). Use according to feature 19, which takes place in an inner-city area, an urban area, a conurbation, a residential area, a commercial area, and / or an industrial area. List of reference symbols.

[0122] 10 storage units

[0123] 15 goods

[0124] 20 wall

[0125] 21 Opening

[0126] 22 base frames

[0127] 22a first frame element

[0128] 22b second frame element

[0129] 24 surface parts

[0130] 26 floor section

[0131] 27 storage space

[0132] 28 Ramp

[0133] 30 locking device

[0134] 40 Interior

[0135] 50 lighting equipment

[0136] 60 folding shelves

[0137] 70 freely programmable controllers

[0138] 75 Control panel

[0139] 80 panels

[0140] 81 first section

[0141] 82 second section

[0142] 83 free end

[0143] 85 cross members

[0144] 85a Cross member of the first type

[0145] 85b Cross member of the second type

[0146] 91 first page element

[0147] 92 second page element

[0148] 95 Forklift Bag

[0149] 96 Forklift pocket

[0150] 98 container stop elements

[0151] 100 logistics units

Claims

Patent claims 1 . Storage unit (10) for the temporary intermediate storage of goods (15) and / or logistics components (100), wherein the storage unit (10) comprises: a wall (20), and a closure device (30), wherein the wall (20) encloses an interior space (40) for the temporary storage of the goods (15) and / or logistics components (100) and leaves an opening (21) free, wherein the closure device (30) closes the opening (21) in a closed state and completely or partially releases the opening (21) in an open state, wherein the wall (20) has a bottom section (26) which is a bottom plate of the storage unit, wherein a ramp (28) is formed in the bottom section (26) and directly adjoins the opening (21), wherein the ramp (28) is formed from a panel (80) and one or more cross members (85), wherein the panel (80) forms a surface of the ramp (28) trains,and wherein the cross members (85) are arranged directly below the panel (80) so that the panel rests on the cross members (85).

2. Storage unit (10) according to claim 1, wherein the ramp (28) forms a step-free transition to a base on which the storage unit (10) stands.

3. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the wall (20) has a first side element (91) and a second side element (92), wherein the ramp (28) is arranged between the first side element (91) and the second side element (92).

4. Storage unit (10) according to claim 3, wherein one, some or all of the cross members (85) are attached to the first side member (91) and the second side member (92).

5. Bearing unit (10) according to claim 4, wherein the cross members (85) attached to the first side element (91) and the second side element (92) conduct forces between the side elements (91, 92) and / or statically stabilize the bearing unit (10).

6. Bearing unit (10) according to one of claims 4 or 5, wherein the first side element (91) and / or the second side element (92) are plate-shaped.

7. Storage unit (10) according to one of claims 4 to 6, wherein the first side element (91) forms a flat surface above the panel (80) which is oriented perpendicular to a surface of the floor section (26) outside the ramp (28) and laterally delimits a space above the panel (80), and / or wherein the second side element (91) forms a flat surface above the panel (80) which is oriented perpendicular to a surface of the floor section (26) outside the ramp (28) and laterally delimits a space above the panel (80).

8. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the wall (20) has a base frame (22) which has at least a first frame element (22a) and a second frame element (22b) on the underside, and wherein the ramp (28) is arranged between the first frame element (22a) and the second frame element (22b) of the base frame (22).

9. Storage unit (10) according to one of claims 3 to 7 and according to claim 8, wherein the first side element (91) is formed in the first frame element (22a) and the second side element (92) is formed in the second frame element (22b).

10. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein one, some or all of the cross members (85) are aligned horizontally and / or parallel to a line at which the ramp (28) merges into the remainder of the floor section (26).

11. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a first section (81) and a second section (82) are defined along the surface of the ramp (28), which do not overlap and together occupy the surface of the ramp (28), wherein the first section (81) is arranged adjacent to the opening (21), wherein no cross beams (85) are arranged in the first section (81), and wherein one or more cross beams (85) are arranged in the second section (82).

12. Bearing unit (10) according to claim 11, wherein a cross member (85) is arranged at the transition between the first section (81) and the second section (82).

13. Storage unit (10) according to one of claims 11 or 12, wherein the first section (81) has a length of at least 10 cm or of at least 15 cm, and / or wherein the first section (81) has a length of at most 25 cm or of at most 30 cm.

14. Storage unit (10) according to one of claims 11 to 13, which has one or more hinges, wherein the first section (81) is pivotally attached to the second section (82) by means of the hinges.

15. A bearing unit according to any one of claims 11 to 14, wherein the panel (80) is rigid in the second section (82), and / or wherein the first portion (81) of the panel (80) is pivotable and / or reversibly deformable relative to the second portion (82).

16. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein an end of the panel (80) arranged at the opening (21) is a free end (83).

17. Storage unit (10) according to one of claims 1 to 15, wherein an end of the panel (80) arranged at the opening (21) is detachably fastened to the wall (20) on one or both sides and / or is welded in a severable manner, so that after detachment or severance, an end of the panel (80) arranged at the opening (21) is a free end (83).

18. Bearing unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a free end (83) of the panel (80) arranged at the opening (21) is reversibly deformable upwards and / or downwards by at least 1 cm, at least 2 cm or at least 3 cm and / or is deformable within a yield point of the panel (80).

19. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a free end (83) of the panel (80) arranged at the opening (21) is designed to adapt to a flat or uneven surface in a reversibly deformable manner.

20. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the storage unit (10) is open below a free end (83) of the panel (80) arranged at the opening (21) and adjacent thereto below the panel (80).

21. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the ramp (28) comprises at least one cross member (85a) of a first type and at least one cross member (85b) of a second type, wherein the cross members (85a) of the first type have a smaller cross-sectional area than the cross members (85b) of the second type, and wherein the cross members (85a) of the first type are arranged closer to the opening (21) than the cross members (85b) of the second type.

22. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, which has at least one forklift pocket (95) accessible from the outside, wherein the panel (80) rests on the forklift pocket (95) at an end opposite the opening (21) and / or is connected to the forklift pocket (95).

23. A storage unit (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein one, some or all of the cross members (85) are fixed to the panel (80) and / or welded to the panel (80).

24. Bearing unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein one, some or all of the cross members (85) are designed as profiles or as extruded profiles.

25. Bearing unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the panel (80) is formed as a sheet metal.

26. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the wall (20) has a ceiling part which delimits the interior space (40) at the top in a continuous plane.

27. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the interior space (40) has a constant height completely, or apart from the closure device (30), relative to a surface of the floor section (26) outside the ramp (28).

28. Storage unit (10) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the wall (20) leaves exactly one opening (21) to the interior space (40).

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