Welding tape for headgear and combination of welding tape and the same

Abstract

The present invention relates to a combination of a head covering (1) and a sweatband (10), wherein the head covering (1) has a tubular closure (2) arranged in its rear region, wherein the sweatband (10) has an absorbent material to absorb sweat from a wearer of the head covering (1), wherein the absorbent material covers at least the inwardly facing side of the sweatband (10) in a state attached to the head covering (1), wherein the sweatband (10) is tubular in a state attached to the head covering (1), and wherein the sweatband (10) can be detachably attached to the tubular closure (2) of the head covering (1).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a sweatband for a head covering and a combination of the sweatband with a head covering.

[0002] Sweatbands are already known in the prior art. Common sweatbands are worn, for example, on the wrist or as a headband. If a head covering is worn in addition to the wrist sweatband, it must be removed every time sweat needs to be wiped from the forehead. With a headband, wearing additional head covering is only possible to a limited extent.

[0003] The present invention aims to provide an improvement or an alternative to the prior art. In particular, the invention aims to provide a sweatband that can be easily combined with headwear and enables passive sweat absorption.

[0004] Initially, the problem addressed is the design of a sweatband for headwear, wherein the sweatband incorporates an absorbent fabric to absorb perspiration from the wearer of the headwear. The absorbent fabric covers at least the inward-facing side of the sweatband when attached to the headwear. When attached to the headwear, the sweatband is tubular in shape. Furthermore, the sweatband can be detachably attached to the headwear.

[0005] The following terminology should be clarified: It should be expressly noted that, within the context of this patent application, indefinite articles and indefinite numerical specifications, such as "one...", "two...", etc., are generally to be understood as minimum specifications, i.e., "at least one...", "at least two...", etc., unless the context or the specific text of a particular passage indicates that only "exactly one...", "exactly two...", etc., is meant. Furthermore, all numerical specifications, as well as specifications relating to process parameters and / or device parameters, are to be understood in a technical sense, i.e., as being subject to the usual tolerances. Even the explicit inclusion of the limitation "at least" or "at least" or similar should not be interpreted as meaning "exactly one" when simply using "one," i.e., without specifying "at least" or similar.

[0006] In the context of the present invention, an absorbent material is understood to be, in particular, a material designed to absorb water and water-based mixtures, for example, cotton. In other words, the inward-facing side of the sweatband when attached to the headwear is the side that faces the wearer's head to absorb perspiration. Depending on how it is worn, the sweatband can absorb perspiration from the neck, forehead, or temples.

[0007] The description "tubular" preferably means that the sweatband is designed as an elongated hollow body or, to put it simply, in the form of a tube. The description "can be detachably attached" specifically means that the sweatband can be attached to and detached from the headgear without damage or tools.

[0008] It is advantageous if the sweatband, when not attached to the headgear, is flat and foldable and has a retaining device for detachable attachment to the headgear. "Flat" means, in particular, that the sweatband has a low profile compared to its length and width. "Foldable" preferably means that the sweatband is flexible and can be folded without damage.

[0009] The sweatband can be designed to have at least two, and in particular three, surfaces, each separated by a fold to allow the surfaces to be folded around the fold located between them. In other words, the sweatband exists as one larger surface area, which is divided into at least two smaller surfaces by at least one fold. During folding, the outer edges parallel to the fold are brought together.

[0010] In one possible embodiment, the fastening device is designed as a hook-and-loop fastener in the form of at least two hook-and-loop surfaces that are complementary when the sweatband is attached. To attach the sweatband to the headgear, the complementary hook-and-loop surfaces are joined together, and to detach the sweatband from the headgear, they are separated accordingly.

[0011] It is conceivable that the fastening device is designed as a snap fastener in the form of at least one pair of two snap fasteners that are complementary when the sweatband is attached. To attach the sweatband to the headwear, the complementary snap fasteners are thus joined together, and to detach the sweatband from the headwear, they are separated accordingly.

[0012] Furthermore, the fastening device may be designed in the form of winding loops. "Winding loops" refers specifically to a fastening using one or more threads, which are, for example, knotted.

[0013] In another example, the retaining device is designed as a zipper.

[0014] In addition, the holding device can be designed as a magnetic closure.

[0015] Combinations of fastening devices are also conceivable, for example Velcro and snap fastener or Velcro and magnetic fastener or snap fastener and magnetic fastener, etc.

[0016] The sweatband can also always be tubular, particularly when not attached to the headgear. In the context of the present invention, "tubular" specifically means that the sweatband has no opening in the circumferential direction. For example, it can be sewn tightly in the circumferential direction.

[0017] It is also advantageous if the absorbent fabric is terry cloth. Terry cloth is characterized in particular by loops woven into the fabric, which result in a larger volume and can therefore absorb a relatively large amount of liquid. Furthermore, the use of cotton or non-woven fabric is also conceivable as an absorbent material.

[0018] Furthermore, the sweatband can advantageously be elastic. Within the scope of the present invention, elasticity is the property of a body or material to change its shape under the influence of force and to return to its original shape when the acting force is removed.

[0019] Furthermore, the sweatband can be designed to include rubber, silicone, and / or latex. Within the scope of the present invention, the sweatband can comprise several different materials, such that it may, for example, have a heterogeneous structure or multiple layers. The rubber, silicone, and / or latex is incorporated into the sweatband, for example, as a circumferential thread to provide elasticity. The sweatband itself can also be made of rubber, silicone, and / or latex, with the absorbent material applied to the rubber, silicone, and / or latex. In this embodiment, a base of rubber, silicone, and / or latex is formed, onto which the absorbent material is applied over a flat surface, for example, by adhesive bonding. Other methods of joining the absorbent material to the rubber, silicone, and / or latex, which are known to those skilled in the art, can also be used according to the invention.

[0020] In another example, the sweatband further encloses light sources, preferably LEDs, and / or incorporates lettering. The LEDs and / or the lettering are preferably arranged on the outward-facing side of the sweatband when attached to the headgear, or visible from this side. In this embodiment, the sweatband can advantageously comprise rubber, silicone, and / or latex, as these materials provide a more stable base for the LEDs and are easier to write on.

[0021] In an advantageous embodiment, the sweatband incorporates a fluorescent material. Fluorescence is the spontaneous emission of light shortly after a material is excited by light. Put simply, after exposure to light, the sweatband glows even without further exposure to light, for example, at night or in a dark room.

[0022] According to a second aspect of the invention, the problem is solved by a combination of a head covering and a sweatband according to the present invention.

[0023] In combination, the length and width of the sweatband can be designed in an attached state to fasten the sweatband to a closure of the headgear and to conceal at least 50% of the closure when the sweatband is attached. In other words, when the sweatband is attached to the closure of the headgear, less than 50% of the closure of the headgear is visible from the outside.

[0024] It is conceivable that the closure of the headgear is designed as a snap fastener, Velcro or clamp fastener, or as an elastic band.

[0025] Furthermore, it is advantageous if the headgear is designed as a baseball cap. Alternatively, other types of headgear are also conceivable, such as caps, hats, or Stetson caps.

[0026] Another aspect of the invention relates to a sweatband for a spectacle temple, wherein the sweatband comprises an absorbent material for absorbing perspiration from the wearer of the spectacles. The absorbent material covers at least the inward-facing side of the sweatband when attached to the temple. Furthermore, the sweatband is tubular when attached to the temple and can be detachably fastened to the temple.

[0027] The sweatband, particularly after being attached to the temple of the glasses, can either be moved along the temple or remains in a predetermined area of ​​the temple after attachment, for example in the area of ​​the temples of the wearer of the glasses.

[0028] The sweatband for a spectacle temple may also have one or more of the features of the sweatband for a head covering described above.

[0029] The invention is explained in more detail below with reference to exemplary embodiments and the drawings. These show Fig. 1 a first possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention, Fig. 2 the first step of attaching the first possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention to a head covering, Fig. 3 the second step of attaching the first possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention to a head covering, Fig. 4 the first possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention in a state attached to the head covering, Fig. 5 the first possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention with lettering in a state attached to the head covering, Fig. 6 the first step of attaching a second possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention to a head covering, Fig. 7 the second step of attaching a second possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention to the head covering, Fig.8The first possible embodiment of the sweatband according to the invention in a state attached to a pair of glasses.

[0030] The basic structure of the welding band 10 according to the invention is described below, first with reference to a first embodiment in Figure 1 demonstrated.

[0031] The welding strip 10 is flat and foldable and has a retaining element 111, 131. According to this embodiment, the welding strip 10 further has three surfaces 11, 12, 13, which are separated by two edges 14. However, according to the invention, it is also conceivable that there are only two or more than three surfaces, each separated by an edge.

[0032] The sweatband 10 has a hook and loop fastener 111, 131 on one side of one of the surfaces 11, 12, 13 as a holding means 111, 131, which, after folding, is complementary to a second hook and loop fastener 111, 131 on a second surface 11, 12, 13 of the sweatband 10.

[0033] Alternative fastening means 111, 131 include at least one snap fastener, wrap loops, a zipper, a magnetic closure or combinations of various fastening means 111, 131 described above.

[0034] The sweatband 10 also features an absorbent material. This absorbent material can be, for example, terry cloth, cotton, or non-woven fabric. In this embodiment, the absorbent material is located on one of the surfaces 12 of the sweatband 10, which faces the head of the wearer of the headgear 1 in order to absorb perspiration from the wearer's head. It is also conceivable that the absorbent material is applied only to one side of the surface 12, or that the sweatband 10 consists entirely of or is covered with the absorbent material.

[0035] The sweatband 10 is preferably elastic and may further enclose rubber, silicone and / or latex, wherein the absorbent material is attached to the rubber, silicone and / or latex on at least one side, in particular by gluing or laminating. It is also possible for the sweatband 10 to enclose a fluorescent material in order to glow in a dark environment after prior exposure to light.

[0036] Within the scope of the present invention, the sweatband 10 can comprise several different materials, such that it may, for example, have a heterogeneous structure or multiple layers. The rubber, silicone, and / or latex is incorporated into the sweatband 10, for example, as a circumferential thread to provide elasticity. The sweatband 10 itself can also be made of rubber, silicone, and / or latex, with the absorbent material applied to the rubber, silicone, and / or latex. In this embodiment, a base of rubber, silicone, and / or latex is formed, onto which the absorbent material is applied over a flat surface by bonding, in particular by gluing or laminating. Other methods of bonding between the absorbent material and the rubber, silicone, and / or latex, which are known to those skilled in the art, can also be used according to the invention.

[0037] The folding process of the welding band 10 according to the first embodiment from Figure 1To create a closure 2 of a head covering 1, step by step into the Figures 2 to 4 depicted.

[0038] Thus is in Fig. 2 The first step of the folding process is shown in which one of the three surfaces 13 of the sweatband 10 is folded inwards around a closure 2 of a head covering 1.

[0039] The closure 2 of the head covering 1 is, for example, a Velcro, snap fastener or clamp closure, or is designed as an elastic band.

[0040] In Fig. 3 The second step of the folding process is shown, in which a second surface 11 is folded inwards. Fig. 3 Both hook and loop surfaces 111, 131 are visible, and after folding they lie against each other. In this embodiment, one of the hook and loop surfaces 111 is therefore located on the side opposite the second hook and loop surface 131.

[0041] Figure 4Figure 1 shows the sweatband 10 in a state attached to the headgear 1. The sweatband 10 is tubular in shape, and according to the invention, the term "tubular" also includes a flat tube that essentially has only two surfaces: an inner surface and an outer surface when attached. Furthermore, it can be seen that the sweatband 10 covers more than 50% of the closure 2 of the headgear 1 when attached. A greater coverage than 50% is possible to allow for the absorption of as much sweat as possible by a larger surface area of ​​the absorbent material. For example, a coverage of at least 75% is also conceivable.

[0042] The sweatband 10 can also feature LEDs or lettering, as shown in Fig. 5As shown, the LEDs or lettering are preferably arranged so that they are visible from the outside. The design of the sweatband 10 with LEDs can be advantageously used when cycling or similar activities, whereby the LEDs can be controlled in different colors, for example, white when facing forward and red when facing backward.

[0043] In the Figures 6 and 7 Another possible embodiment of the welding band 10 is shown. In this embodiment, the welding band 10 does not have a holding means 111, 131, but is tubular even in an unattached state, i.e., always.

[0044] The sweatband 10 is slipped over an open closure 2 of the headgear 1 for attachment. Furthermore, according to the second embodiment, the sweatband 10 can have all the other features discussed in connection with the first embodiment that do not relate to the retaining means 111, 131.

[0045] In the second embodiment, the tubular welding strip 10 can advantageously be formed in one piece to minimize manufacturing costs. However, according to the invention, it is conceivable that the tubular welding strip 10 is manufactured from a planar element with a longitudinal seam or the like, wherein the longitudinal seam or the like constitutes a permanent, inseparable connection.

[0046] Another aspect of the invention is a sweatband 10 for a pair of glasses 3, as in Fig. 8The sweatband 10 can be designed like the sweatband 10 described above for a head covering 1 and can only be adapted in shape and size for attachment to a spectacle temple 31.

[0047] The embodiments shown here are merely examples of the present invention and should therefore not be interpreted as limiting. Alternative embodiments considered by a person skilled in the art are likewise covered by the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0048] The current application still concerns the following items. Subject 1.

[0049] Sweatband (10) for a head covering (1), wherein the sweatband (10) comprises an absorbent material to absorb sweat from a wearer of the headgear (1), wherein the absorbent material covers at least the inwardly facing side of the sweatband (10) when attached to the headgear (1), wherein the sweatband (10) is tubular when attached to the headgear (1), and wherein the sweatband (10) can be detachably attached to the headgear (1). Item 2.

[0050] Sweatband (10) according to article 1, wherein the sweatband (10) is designed to be flat and foldable in a state not attached to the headgear (1) and has a retaining means (111, 131) in order to be detachably attached to the headgear (1) by means of the retaining means (111, 131). Item 3.

[0051] Sweatband (10) according to article 1 or 2, wherein the sweatband (10) has at least two, in particular three, surfaces (11, 12, 13), wherein the surfaces (11, 12, 13) are each separated by a fold (14) to allow the surfaces (11, 12, 13) to be folded around the fold (14) located between the surfaces (11, 12, 13). Item 4.

[0052] Sweatband (10) according to article 2 or 3, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a hook and loop fastener in the form of at least two hook and loop surfaces (111, 131) that are complementary in a fixed state of the sweatband (10). Item 5.

[0053] Sweatband (10) after one or more of the preceding items 2 to 4, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a snap fastener in the form of at least one pair of two snap fasteners complementary in a fixed state of the sweatband (10). Item 6.

[0054] Sweatband (10) after one or more of the preceding items 2 to 5, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed in the form of winding loops. Item 7.

[0055] Sweatband (10) after one or more of the preceding items 2 to 6, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a zipper. Item 8.

[0056] Sweatband (10) after one or more of the preceding items 2 to 7, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a magnetic closure. Item 9.

[0057] Sweatband (10) according to object 1, wherein the sweatband (10) is tubular in a state not attached to the headgear (1). Item 10.

[0058] Sweatband (10) after one or more of the preceding items, wherein the absorbent material is terry cloth. Item 11.

[0059] Sweatband (10) according to one or more of the preceding items, wherein the sweatband (10) is elastic. Item 12.

[0060] Sweatband (10) after one or more of the preceding items, wherein the sweatband (10) further encloses rubber, silicone and / or latex. Item 13.

[0061] a welding strip (10) following one or more of the preceding items, wherein the welding strip (10) further includes light sources, which are preferably designed as LEDs and / or wherein the welding strip (10) includes lettering. Item 14.

[0062] Sweatband (10) according to one or more of the preceding claims, wherein the sweatband (10) includes a fluorescent substance. Item 15.

[0063] Combination of a head covering (1) and a sweatband (10) after one of the preceding items. Item 16.

[0064] Combination according to item 15, wherein a length and a width of the sweatband (10) are formed in a state attached to the headgear (1) in order to attach the sweatband (10) to a closure (2) of the headgear (1) and to cover the closure (2) to at least 50% in the state of the sweatband (10) attached to the headgear (1). Item 17.

[0065] Combination according to object 16, wherein the closure (2) of the headgear (1) is designed as a snap fastener, hook and loop fastener or as an elastic band. Item 18.

[0066] Combination according to one or more of the preceding items 15 to 17, wherein the headgear (1) is designed as a baseball cap. Item 19.

[0067] Sweatband (10) for a glasses temple (31), wherein the sweatband (10) comprises an absorbent material to absorb sweat of a wearer of the glasses (3), wherein the absorbent material covers at least the inwardly facing side of the sweatband (10) in a state attached to the temple of the glasses (31), wherein the sweatband (10) is tubular in a state attached to the temple of the glasses (31), and wherein the sweatband (10) can be detachably attached to the temple of the glasses (31). Item 20.

[0068] Sweatband (10) according to article 19, which is further designed according to one or more of claims 2 to 14, wherein the sweatband (10) can be attached to the temple of the glasses (31) instead of to the headgear (1). Item 21.

[0069] Combination of a sweatband (10) according to item 19 or 20 and a pair of glasses (3). Reference symbol list

[0070] 1. Headgear 2. Closure 3. Glasses 10 sweatbands, 14 folds 31 Spectacle temples 11, 12, 13 Surfaces 111, 131 Fasteners, Velcro surfaces

Claims

1. Combination of a head covering (1) and a sweatband (10), wherein the head covering (1) has a tubular closure (2) arranged in its rear region, wherein the sweatband (10) has an absorbent material to absorb perspiration from a wearer of the head covering (1), wherein the absorbent material covers at least the inwardly facing side of the sweatband (10) when attached to the head covering (1), wherein the sweatband (10) is tubular when attached to the head covering (1), and wherein the sweatband (10) can be detachably attached to the tubular closure (2) of the head covering (1).

2. Combination according to claim 1, wherein the sweatband (10) is designed to be flat and foldable in a state not attached to the headgear (1) and has a retaining means (111, 131) to be detachably attached to the tubular closure (2) of the headgear (1) by means of the retaining means (111, 131).

3. Combination according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the welding band (10) has at least two, in particular three, surfaces (11, 12, 13), wherein the surfaces (11, 12, 13) are each separated by a fold (14) to allow the surfaces (11, 12, 13) to be folded around the fold (14) located between the surfaces (11, 12, 13).

4. Combination according to claim 2 or 3, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a hook and loop fastener in the form of at least two hook and loop surfaces (111, 131) complementary in a fixed state of the sweatband (10).

5. Combination according to one or more of the preceding claims 2 to 4, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a snap fastener in the form of at least one pair of two snap fasteners complementary in a fixed state of the sweatband (10).

6. Combination according to one or more of the preceding claims 2 to 5, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed in the form of winding loops.

7. Combination according to one or more of the preceding claims 2 to 6, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a zipper.

8. Combination according to one or more of the preceding claims 2 to 7, wherein the retaining means (111, 131) is designed as a magnetic closure.

9. Combination according to claim 1, wherein the sweatband (10) is tubular in a state not attached to the headgear (1).

10. Combination according to one or more of the preceding claims, wherein the absorbent material is terry cloth.

11. Combination according to one or more of the preceding claims, wherein the sweatband (10) is elastic; and / or wherein the sweatband (10) further includes rubber, silicone and / or latex.

12. Combination according to one or more of the preceding claims, wherein the welding strip (10) further includes light sources, which are preferably designed as LEDs and / or wherein the welding strip (10) includes lettering; and / or wherein the welding strip (10) includes a fluorescent material.

13. Combination according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a length and a width of the sweatband (10) are formed in a state attached to the headgear (1) to cover the closure (2) to at least 50% in the state of the sweatband (10) attached to the headgear (1).

14. Combination according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the closure (2) of the headgear (1) is designed as a snap fastener, hook and loop fastener or clamp fastener or as an elastic band.

15. Combination following one or more of the preceding ones, wherein the headgear (1) is designed as a baseball cap.

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