Packaging for large appliances

Abstract

The invention relates to packaging (15) for large appliances (1), said packaging comprising: a tray (18) which has upwardly extending flaps (19) forming an rim (20); a bottom cushion (21) which is arranged in the cardboard tray (19); at least two lateral bracing cushions (22.R, 22.L) which preferably consist at least of at least partially compressed honeycomb panels (23) and which are inserted into the bottom cushion (21) and contact the large appliance (1); a roof cushion (24) which preferably consists at least of an at least partially compressed honeycomb panel (24.1) and which preferably has a plurality of downwardly extending flaps (26, 27); at least one bracing bar (28) which is preferably arranged in a transversely extending recess (29) formed in the roof cushion (24); a folding box (30) which is placed over the large appliance (1) and the aforementioned packaging components (19, 21, 22.R, 22.L, 24, 28); and at least one, preferably fibre-based, in particular cellulose-based, strapping band (31) by means of which the packaging components (19, 21, 22.R, 22.L, 24, 28, 30) are fixed to the large appliance (1).

Description

[0001] Packaging for large appliances

[0002] The invention relates to packaging for large appliances, in particular for household appliances such as dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, refrigerators, stoves or the like.

[0003] Such packaging for large appliances must be capable of supporting the weight of heavy equipment in its base area while simultaneously protecting it from damage caused by external influences and forces. Furthermore, stacking multiple packages on top of each other is advantageous for space-saving reasons during storage or transport, which in turn places increased demands on the stability of the load-bearing parts of the packaging.

[0004] The document DE 10 2017 128 206 A1 discloses packaging for large appliances, in particular for household appliances such as washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, stoves, and the like. The packaging comprises a supporting frame, a base cushion arranged on the supporting frame, an upper lid part, and corner cushion parts, which can be placed at the corners of the appliance to be packaged and which form the vertical support elements of the packaging between the base cushion and the lid part. The lid part is designed as a cover cushion, which can be produced as a molded part from a polystyrene foam, and in an assembled state, the corner cushions are connected by their lower ends to the base cushion and by their upper ends to the cover cushion via positively engaging plug-in connection means.

[0005] The document DE 10 2006 041 855 A1 discloses a stackable transport packaging for large household appliances such as stoves, refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, or the like, which have a substantially rigid housing, with two lower frame elements arranged opposite one another on two sides of the household appliance, with two upper frame elements arranged opposite one another on the same sides of the household appliance and above the lower frame elements, with support supports for connecting the lower and upper frame elements, and with connecting supports for the height-adjustable fixation of the support supports. All packaging parts can be formed from a substantially rigid plastic in order to minimize the packaging material.Furthermore, the support supports and the connecting supports can also be made of metal in order to withstand the increased compressive load from above without damage and to provide a secure connection between the upper and lower frame elements.

[0006] The document DE 60 2005 002 787 T2 discloses a package for stretch-hood wrapping large household appliances, comprising a base shaped for at least either assembling a household appliance thereon or arranging the household appliance thereon after assembly, the package being packaged for shipping, the base having an upper surface for supporting the household appliance thereon and outer edge portions with a plurality of substantially L-shaped pockets located on top of the outer edge portions of the base, each pocket extending around the corners of the base;two vertically extending first posts, each having substantially L-shaped tabs on its underside, which are received in a corresponding L-shaped pocket of the base at a corner location adjacent to where one pair of the front or rear corners of the device is to be received, the first posts being shaped to abut vertically extending corners of the device along the length thereof; two vertically extending second posts, each having substantially L-shaped tabs on its underside, which are received in a corresponding L-shaped pocket of the base at a corner location adjacent to where the other pair of the front or rear corners of the device is to be located, the second posts being shaped to abut vertically extending corners of the device along the length thereof;and wherein at least the second posts each have a vertically oriented horizontal extension running along the side of the device and vertically spaced a sufficient amount from an outer base edge portion to allow each of the second posts to pivot when the device is stretch-hooded with a film hood in the package, thereby substantially preventing deformation of the base as a result of the device being stretch-hooded due to the pivoting posts;

[0007] The package may further include a device within the package and a film hood stretched thereover, the film hood extending approximately at least along the bottom corners of the base for holding the package together. Furthermore, the film hood may be made of polyethylene having a coefficient of friction on its inside in the range of about 6 to about 6.5 and a coefficient of friction on its outside in the range of about 4 to about 4.5 and / or formed from a film having a thickness in the range of about 90 microns. Further, the base, the two vertically extending first posts, and the two vertically extending second posts may be formed of polystyrene. Furthermore, the polystyrene may be expanded polystyrene with shock-absorbing properties.Also, two of the posts may be arranged in a position in which a door of the device is arranged in the package and formed from expanded polystyrene having a density in the range of approximately 20 g / l and 30 g / l, and the base and the remaining posts may be formed from expanded polystyrene having a density in the range of approximately 32 g / l.

[0008] Against this background, it is an object of the present invention to provide a simple and cost-effective packaging for large appliances, in particular for household appliances such as dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, refrigeration appliances, cookers or the like, which meets the legal and operational requirements, in particular both present and future.

[0009] To achieve the object of the invention, a packaging for large appliances, in particular for household appliances such as dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, refrigerators, cookers or the like, is proposed, comprising

[0010] - a tray which has upwardly projecting tabs with the formation of a preferably circumferential edge,

[0011] - a floor cushion which is arranged in the tub,

[0012] - at least two lateral clamp pads for absorbing clamp forces, which preferably consist of at least partially compressed honeycomb panels and which are preferably inserted into the base pad on the right and left sides, in particular in a form-fitting manner, and which preferably contact the large device on the inside,

[0013] - a roof cushion, which preferably consists of at least one at least partially compressed honeycomb panel and which preferably has a plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps and corner flaps, - at least one clamping strip, which is preferably arranged in a transversely extending recess formed in the roof cushion,

[0014] - a folding box which is placed over the large appliance and the aforementioned packaging parts and

[0015] - at least one preferably fiber-based, in particular cellulose-based, strapping band, by means of which the aforementioned packaging parts are fixed to the large device.

[0016] The packaging according to the invention for large appliances, in particular for household appliances such as dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, refrigeration appliances, stoves or the like, is therefore basically an EPS-free packaging which meets the legal and operational requirements.

[0017] Thus, the packaging for large appliances according to the invention can be an essential component of a local, regional, national, and / or global sustainability strategy and represent a decisive factor in terms of market accessibility. It can also be part of a circular economy, facilitate the marketing of individual large appliances, and in certain cases even enable it, and significantly support and even shape the "green life" concept.

[0018] The packaging for large appliances according to the invention is characterized by packaging components arranged on the top or bottom of the individual large appliance. This eliminates the need for large-area and, in particular, multi-layered packaging components, with their associated manufacturing and recycling costs, storage volume, and the like.

[0019] Furthermore, the packaging for large appliances according to the invention has a reduced number of variants with associated advantages, such as lower complexity, significant cost savings, reduced storage diversity, and the like. The known packaging for large appliances according to the prior art has significantly more packaging parts, with correspondingly higher parts and storage costs. The term "tub" refers to a mostly flat and lidless container that serves to hold at least one element, component, assembly, and the like, whether solid or liquid. Within the scope of the present invention, the tub serves to hold the base cushion.

[0020] In the present context, the tub can be, for example, a pure cardboard tub, a cardboard tub with a coating, or a plastic tub. The coating is preferably biodegradable and reduces, preferably significantly reduces, or in particular completely prevents, moisture absorption by the tub.

[0021] The term "honeycomb panel," an abbreviation for sandwich panel with a honeycomb core, refers to a three-layer composite construction in a sandwich design, consisting of two load-bearing covering skins and a honeycomb-shaped support core. The support core, also known as a honeycomb, adopts structural bionics and is made of resin-impregnated paper or cardboard. The cover skins can be made of cardboard. Various material combinations between the support core and covering skins are possible; the support core and skins are usually glued. A honeycomb panel with a support core made of paper or cardboard can be equipped to withstand loads of more than 50 tons per m 2 can be loaded. The cover skins can be made of natural wood, chipboard, or MDF.

[0022] In a first preferred embodiment, it is provided that the floor cushion consists of an at least partially compressed honeycomb plate and the at least partial compressions have several, in particular three, different stages,

[0023] - wherein the first stage of compression serves to position and / or lock a base support of the large appliance, in particular the dishwasher, in the base cushion,

[0024] - whereby the second stage of compression forms several damping areas, which ensure that during a drop test the acting forces are predominantly, preferably exclusively, directed into the formed

[0025] Damping areas are introduced, and - whereby the third stage of compression forms several force flow areas, which ensure that in a drop test predominantly, preferably exclusively, the formed force flow areas are involved in a force flow.

[0026] This combination of features offers the advantage of a one-piece construction of different functional areas, preferably in a single, at least partially compressed component, while achieving significant savings in material and weight. Furthermore, the base of the floor cushion can have a large recess, especially if the recessed area does not fulfill any functionally relevant properties. This combination of features also requires less handling of individual parts, which can sometimes be costly and demanding.

[0027] In a second preferred, preferably alternative embodiment to the first preferred embodiment, it is provided that the floor cushion has a multi-layer structure with preferably differently contoured layer plates,

[0028] - wherein the first contoured layer plate serves to position and / or lock a base support of the large appliance, in particular the dishwasher, in the floor cushion,

[0029] - wherein the second contoured layer plate forms several damping areas, which ensure that during a drop test the acting forces are predominantly, preferably exclusively, introduced into the formed damping areas, and

[0030] - wherein the third contoured layer plate forms several force flow areas, which ensure that in a drop test predominantly, preferably exclusively, the formed force flow areas are involved in a force flow.

[0031] Of course, further differently contoured layer plates, such as an additional plate or the like, can be provided.

[0032] This combination of features offers the advantage of multi-layered construction of different functional areas in several easy-to-manufacture and cost-effective components, preferably designed as differently contoured layered panels, while achieving significant savings in material and weight. Thus, in this preferred embodiment, the base of the floor cushion can also have a large recess, especially if the recessed area does not fulfill any functionally relevant properties. Furthermore, a lower level of complexity can be achieved due to the lack of variation between all layers. The tools required to implement this combination of features are also simpler, smaller, and therefore more cost-effective.

[0033] In a further preferred embodiment, the tray and the floor cushion arranged therein form a workpiece carrier, which serves for assembling the large device on an assembly line. The components and assemblies of the workpiece carrier can comprise at least one fibrous material, at least one fibrous material with at least a partial coating, at least one plastic, and / or at least one wood compound. The coating is, in particular, preferably biodegradable and reduces, preferably significantly reduces, or in particular completely prevents, moisture absorption by the tray.

[0034] This ideally eliminates the need for a separate, costly, and maintenance-intensive workpiece carrier during assembly of the large device. Necessary functions for the assembly steps, such as stops, positioning marks and aids, extraction systems, and the like, can be integrated into the floor pad.

[0035] Thus, in this preferred embodiment, the base surface of the floor cushion can also have a large-area recess, especially if the recessed area does not fulfill any functionally relevant properties.

[0036] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that the upwardly projecting tabs of the tub are preferably connected, in particular glued, to the floor cushion arranged in the tub.

[0037] Through this preferably flat connection, in particular adhesive bonding, of the at least two components, the tray protects the floor cushion against damage regardless of the structure and makes it more resistant to moisture ingress. In the interior of the tray, the tabs are glued upwards to cover the open side surfaces of the floor cushion. The open side surfaces of the floor cushion are not protected during production of the floor cushion, for example by a cover layer. Otherwise, the side surfaces of the floor cushion could be damaged at the stoppers and positioning points on the assembly line, which would affect the stability of the floor cushion. Furthermore, the preferably flat connection, in particular adhesive bonding, of the at least two components, which is cost-effective and easy to automate, can reduce the number of parts to be taken into account during assembly of the large device.The upwardly projecting flaps of the tray can be produced during the production of the tray's base carton, preferably using cutting and punching tools. This means the floor cushion can be delivered directly to the assembly line in the tray.

[0038] In a further preferred embodiment, the at least two lateral clamp pads are contoured and compressed on the inside in such a way that they transmit clamping forces and / or additional forces generated by additional transport loads into adjacent and force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the large appliance, such as a base support or a door hinge. The transmission of the clamping forces and / or additional forces generated by additional transport loads into adjacent and force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the large appliance can occur, for example, through direct contact between adjacent components and / or assemblies, in particular through larger contact surfaces, through "weakened" material, and the like.

[0039] Due to this preferred embodiment, the provision of further force-absorbing and sometimes expensive components in the lower area of ​​the large device can be dispensed with, since the lateral clamp pads transmit clamping forces and / or further forces generated by further transport load cases directly and immediately into adjacent and force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the large device.

[0040] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that the lateral clamp pads are contoured and compressed on the inside in such a way that they do not introduce clamp forces and / or further forces generated by further transport load cases into adjacent and non-force-absorbing components and assemblies of the large device, such as a side wall.

[0041] Due to this preferred embodiment, it can also be reliably ensured that clamping forces and / or other forces generated by additional transport load cases are not introduced into adjacent and non-force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the large device. Avoiding the introduction of clamping forces and / or other forces generated by additional transport load cases into adjacent and force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the large device can be achieved, for example, by means of spacing, in particular spacing areas, open spaces, free spaces, and the like.

[0042] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that the at least two lateral clamp pads are designed in such a way that they can be mounted in the assembly process of the large device only after the attachment, in particular suspension, of wall parts, in particular on the right and left sides, in particular can be inserted into the floor pad in a form-fitting manner.

[0043] The late installation of at least two side clamp pads allows relatively free and unobstructed access to the components and assemblies already mounted on the large device. In the event of necessary rework on the large device, components that are not yet required but have already been installed, such as the at least two side clamp pads, would not have to be removed.

[0044] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that the at least two lateral clamp pads are inserted into the floor pad on the right and left sides, in particular in a form-fitting manner, by means of a plug-in system, in particular a tongue and groove system.

[0045] This assembly method, in the form of a stacking arrangement, allows for quick, sometimes error-free, and simple installation of the side clamp pads. The at least two side clamp pads can be prepared for stacking during production, for example, when designing a honeycomb panel using compression or when designing a multi-layer laminated panel using contouring. During the preparation of the at least two side clamp pads, the desired force application to the desired positions can be ensured. By applying the desired force to the side clamp pad, potential damage to the adjacent side wall of the large device can be prevented.

[0046] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that the roof cushion is pre-compressed and trimmed in an unfolded state and preferably has at least one recess extending over the folded width of the roof cushion for receiving at least one clamping strip for transmitting the clamping forces.

[0047] The at least one clamping strip allows for optimal absorption of clamping forces and / or additional forces generated by other transport loads. Ideally, at least two clamping strips are provided, preferably evenly distributed throughout the depth of the roof cushion. The recess for each clamping strip is preferably located on top of the roof cushion, not least to facilitate easier insertion of the clamping strip; however, it can of course also be located on the underside of the roof cushion. Furthermore, multiple recesses for multiple clamping strips can also be provided on the top or underside of the roof cushion. The clamping strip can be made of a wood-based material or, preferably, compressed cardboard.

[0048] Alternatively or additionally, the at least one clamping strip can also be arranged on the front and / or rear side in a corresponding recess, in particular a cutout, of the roof padding. Furthermore, alternatively or additionally, the at least one clamping strip can also be glued to the top of the roof padding using an adhesive layer.

[0049] In a further preferred embodiment, the roof cushion, in a folded state, has a plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps and corner flaps, with adjacent flaps being connected to one another by means of a plug-in connection. This composite system, thanks to the positively interlocking plug-in connection means, allows for a quick, sometimes error-free, and simple production of the folded roof cushion, sometimes with significantly fewer assembly steps.

[0050] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that the upper edges of the side flaps and corner flaps of the roof cushion are preferably provided with external mounting contours, in particular bevels and / or curves.

[0051] These preferably external assembly contours, in particular bevels and / or curves, allow for easier and quick assembly of the folding box due to simplified attachment and positioning of the same.

[0052] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that the folding box is open at the bottom and has, on the top side, preferably four lid flaps, in particular crossed in pairs, which in a closed state approximately form the cover surface of the folding box.

[0053] This folding box design is characterized by its simplicity while ensuring compliance with all legal and operational requirements. Furthermore, an unfolded folding box has a very small storage volume compared to the operational volume of a folded folding box.

[0054] In a further preferred embodiment, it is provided that at least two preferably fiber-based, in particular cellulose-based, strapping bands are provided, which preferably run at a distance over the two side surfaces and / or the front surface and the rear surface of the folding box and which hold the preferably four top-side and in particular pairwise crossed lid flaps in a closed state.

[0055] The use of at least two strapping bands ensures a simple, safe and long-lasting high quality of the finished packaging for large appliances.

[0056] Further possible implementations of the invention also include combinations of features or embodiments described above or below with respect to the exemplary embodiments that are not explicitly mentioned. In this case, the person skilled in the art will also add individual aspects as improvements or additions to the respective basic form of the invention.

[0057] Further advantageous embodiments and aspects of the invention are the subject of the dependent claims and the exemplary embodiments of the packaging for large appliances described below. The packaging for large appliances is explained in more detail below using preferred embodiments with reference to the accompanying figures.

[0058] It shows

[0059] Fig. 1 is a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a large appliance in the form of a known dishwasher;

[0060] Fig. 2 is a perspective view of a known dishwasher with a lower assembly and an upper assembly of the packaging according to the invention;

[0061] Fig. 3 is a perspective view of the tray of the packaging according to the invention shown in Fig. 2;

[0062] Fig. 4 is a perspective view of a first preferred embodiment of the

[0063] Bottom cushion of the packaging according to the invention according to Fig. 2;

[0064] Fig. 4.1 is a sectional perspective view of a first preferred

[0065] Embodiment of the bottom cushion of the packaging according to the invention according to Fig. 4;

[0066] Fig. 4.2 a side view of a first preferred embodiment of the bottom cushion of the packaging according to the invention according to Fig. 4;

[0067] Fig. 5 is a perspective view of a second preferred embodiment of the bottom cushion of the packaging according to the invention as shown in Fig. 2;

[0068] Fig. 5.1 a side view of a second preferred embodiment of the bottom cushion of the packaging according to the invention according to Fig. 5;

[0069] Fig. 6 is a perspective view of the lower assembly of the packaging according to the invention as shown in Fig. 2;

[0070] Fig. 7 is a perspective view of the two lateral clamp pads of the packaging according to the invention according to Fig. 2 and Fig. 6;

[0071] Fig. 8 is a perspective view of the upper assembly of the packaging according to the invention shown in Fig. 2; Fig. 9 is a sectional perspective view of the upper assembly of the packaging according to the invention shown in Fig. 8;

[0072] Fig. 10 is a perspective view of the unfolded roof cushion of the packaging according to the invention as shown in Fig. 8;

[0073] Fig. 11 is a perspective view of a folded folding box of the packaging according to the invention; and

[0074] Fig. 12 shows a perspective view of a known large appliance, in particular a known dishwasher, with the packaging according to the invention.

[0075] In the figures, identical or functionally equivalent elements are provided with the same reference numerals unless otherwise indicated. Furthermore, all figures are preferably schematic.

[0076] Fig. 1 shows a schematic perspective view of an embodiment of a large appliance 1. The large appliance 1 is, in the present case, an example of a known dishwasher 1. However, the large appliance can also be a household appliance such as a washing machine, a tumble dryer, a refrigeration appliance, a stove or the like.

[0077] The dishwasher 1, in particular a household dishwasher, has a washing container 2 for receiving items to be cleaned, which can be closed, in particular watertight, by a container door 3. For this purpose, a sealing device can be provided between the container door 3 and the washing container 2. The washing container 2 is preferably cuboid-shaped. The washing container 2 can be arranged in a housing of the dishwasher 1. The washing container 2 and the container door 3 can form a washing chamber 4 for washing items to be washed.

[0078] The container door 3 is shown in its open position in Fig. 1. The container door 3 can be closed or opened by pivoting about a pivot axis 5 provided at a lower end of the container door 3. A loading opening 6 of the washing container 2 can be closed or opened by means of the container door 3.

[0079] The washing container 2 is, for example, cuboid-shaped and comprises a container base 7, a container ceiling 8 arranged opposite the container base 7, a container rear wall 9 arranged opposite the closed container door 3, and two container side walls 10, 11 arranged opposite one another. The container base 7, the container ceiling 8, the container rear wall 9, and the container side walls 10, 11 can be made, for example, from a stainless steel sheet. Alternatively, the container base 7 can be made from a plastic material. Both the washing container 2 and the container base 7 can also be made from a plastic material.

[0080] The dishwasher 1 further comprises at least one loading level 12 to 14. The loading level 12 to 14 is preferably a dishware receptacle of the dishwasher 1. In particular, a plurality of loading levels 12 to 14 can be provided, wherein a loading level 12 can be a lower crockery basket (lower basket), a loading level 13 can be an upper crockery basket (upper basket), and a loading level 14 can be a cutlery drawer of the dishwasher 1. The plurality of loading levels 12 to 14 are preferably arranged one above the other in the washing compartment 2. Each loading level 12 to 14 can be displaced optionally in an insertion direction E (arrow), in particular linearly, into the washing compartment 2, or in a pull-out direction A (arrow), in particular linearly, out of the latter.

[0081] Fig. 2 shows a perspective view of a known dishwasher 1 with a lower assembly 16 and an upper assembly 17 of the packaging 15.

[0082] The packaging 15 for the dishwasher 1 shown as an example comprises a tub 18, which has upwardly projecting tabs 19 forming a preferably circumferential edge 20, and a base cushion 21 arranged in the tub 18. Furthermore, the packaging 15 comprises two lateral clamping pads 22.R, 22.L for absorbing clamping forces F1 (arrow), which consist at least of at least partially compressed honeycomb panels 23 and which are inserted, in particular in a form-fitting manner, into the base cushion 21 on the right and left sides and preferably contact the dishwasher 1 on the inside. Furthermore, the packaging 15 comprises a roof cushion 24, which consists at least of an at least partially compressed honeycomb panel 24.1 and which has a plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps 26 and corner flaps 27, and at least one clamping strip 28 which is arranged in a transversely extending recess 29 formed in the roof cushion 24. Furthermore, the packaging 15 comprises a folding box 30 (see Fig. 11) not shown in Fig. 2, which is placed at least over the dishwasher 1 and the at least aforementioned packaging parts 18, 21, 22.R, 22.L, 24, 28 (see Fig. 11) and at least one preferably fiber-based, in particular cellulose-based, strapping band 31 (not shown in Fig. 2), by means of which at least the aforementioned packaging parts 18, 21, 22.R, 22.L, 24, 26, 30 are fixed to the dishwasher 1 (see Fig. 12).

[0083] Fig. 3 shows a perspective view of the tub 18 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 2.

[0084] The tub 18 is preferably a pure cardboard tub, a cardboard tub with a coating, or a plastic tub. Any coating on the tub 18 is preferably a biodegradable coating that reduces, preferably significantly reduces, and in particular completely prevents, moisture absorption by the tub 18.

[0085] Furthermore, the tub 18 has a base surface 32, which preferably has a large-area recess 33, especially if the recessed surface 34 does not fulfill any functionally relevant properties.

[0086] Furthermore, the upwardly projecting tabs 19 of the tub 18, which preferably form a circumferential edge 20 upwardly, are preferably connected, in particular glued, to the floor cushion 21 arranged in the tub 18 (see Fig. 11). Through this preferably flat connection, in particular glued, of the at least two components, the tub 18 protects the floor cushion 21 against damage, regardless of its structure, and makes it more resistant to moisture ingress. The floor cushion 21 can therefore be delivered directly in the tub 18 to the assembly line for the dishwasher.

[0087] Fig. 4 shows a perspective view of a first preferred embodiment of the bottom cushion 21 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 2. The bottom cushion 21 preferably consists of an at least partially compressed honeycomb plate 25, wherein the at least partial compressions 35 have several, in particular three, different stages S1 to S3:

[0088] - the first stage S1 of the compression 35 serves to position and / or lock a base support of the dishwasher 1 in the base cushion 21 (see Fig. 4.2),

[0089] - the second stage S2 of compression 35 forms several damping areas 36, which ensure that during a drop test the acting forces F2 (arrow) are predominantly, preferably exclusively, introduced into the formed damping areas 36, and

[0090] - the third stage S3 of compression 35 forms several force flow areas 37, which ensure that in a drop test predominantly, preferably exclusively, the formed force flow areas 37 are involved in a force flow F3 (arrow).

[0091] In the front region V of the floor cushion 21, a recess 38 is preferably provided for receiving accessories, information materials and the like.

[0092] Fig. 4.1 shows a sectional perspective view of a first preferred embodiment of the bottom cushion 21 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 4.

[0093] In this representation of the floor cushion 21, the at least partially compressed honeycomb panel 25 with its at least partial compressions 35 including different stages S1 to S3 can be clearly seen.

[0094] The illustrated lateral clamp pad 22.L on the left side, like the other, not illustrated lateral clamp pad (22.R), is designed in such a way that it can be mounted in the assembly process of the dishwasher only after the attachment, in particular suspension, of wall parts not illustrated, in particular after it can be inserted into the base pad 21 in a form-fitting manner.

[0095] The respective lateral clamp pad 22.L (22.R) is inserted, in particular in a form-fitting manner, into the bottom pad 21 by means of a plug-in system 39, in particular a tongue-and-groove system known to those skilled in the art. Fig. 4.2 shows a side view of a first preferred embodiment of the bottom pad 21 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 4.

[0096] Also in this representation of the floor cushion 21 (without tub) the at least partially compressed honeycomb panel 25 with its at least partial compressions 35 including different stages S1 to S3 can be clearly seen.

[0097] Furthermore, the illustrated floor cushion 21 carries a partially illustrated dishwasher 1 on the top.

[0098] Fig. 5 shows a perspective view of a second preferred embodiment of the bottom cushion 21 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 2.

[0099] The floor cushion 21 has a multi-layer structure with preferably differently contoured layer plates 40:

[0100] - the first contoured layer plate 40.1 serves to position and / or lock a base support of the dishwasher in the floor cushion 21 (see Fig. 5.1),

[0101] - the second contoured layer plate 40.2 forms several damping areas 36, which ensure that during a drop test the acting forces F2 (arrow) are predominantly, preferably exclusively, introduced into the formed damping areas 36, and

[0102] - the third contoured layer plate 40.3 forms a plurality of force flow areas 37, which ensure that in a drop test predominantly, preferably exclusively, the formed force flow areas 37 are involved in a force flow F3 (arrow).

[0103] In the front region V of the floor cushion 21, a recess 38 is preferably provided for receiving accessories, information materials and the like.

[0104] Fig. 5.1 shows a side view of a second preferred embodiment of the bottom cushion 21 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 5.

[0105] In this illustration of the floor cushion 21 (without the tub), the contoured layered panels are 40, 40.1, 40.2, and 40.3. Furthermore, the illustrated floor cushion 21 supports a partially depicted dishwasher 1 on its top side.

[0106] Fig. 6 shows a perspective view of the lower assembly 16 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 2.

[0107] The lower assembly 16 of the packaging 15 comprises a tray 18, which has upwardly projecting tabs 19, forming a preferably circumferential edge 20, and a base cushion 21 arranged in the tray 18. Furthermore, the packaging 15 comprises two lateral clamp pads 22.R, 22.L for absorbing clamp forces F1 (arrow), which consist at least of at least partially compressed honeycomb panels 23 and which are inserted, in particular in a form-fitting manner, into the base cushion 21 on the right and left sides and preferably contact the dishwasher 1 on the inside.

[0108] The tub 18 and the floor cushion 21 arranged therein form a workpiece carrier 41, which is used for assembling the dishwasher on an assembly line.

[0109] The two lateral clamp pads 22.R, 22.L are contoured and compressed on the inside in such a way that they transmit clamp forces F1 (arrow) and / or additional forces F2 (arrow) generated by additional transport load cases into adjacent and force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the dishwasher, such as a base support or a door hinge. The transmission of the clamp forces F1 (arrow) and / or additional forces F2 (arrow) generated by additional transport load cases into adjacent and force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the large appliance can occur, for example, through direct contact between adjacent components and / or assemblies, in particular through larger contact surfaces, through "weakened" material, and the like.

[0110] Alternatively or additionally, the two lateral clamp pads 22. R, 22. L are contoured and compressed on the inside in such a way that they do not introduce clamp forces F1 (arrow) and / or further forces F2 (arrow) generated by further transport load cases into adjacent and non-force-absorbing components and assemblies of the dishwasher 1, such as a side wall.

[0111] Fig. 7 shows a perspective view of the two lateral clamp pads 22. R, 22. L of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 2 and Fig. 6.

[0112] In this illustration of the two lateral clamp pads 22. R, 22. L, the possible contours, compressions and parts of the respective plug-in system 39 can be clearly seen.

[0113] Fig. 8 shows a perspective view of the upper assembly 17 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 2.

[0114] The upper assembly 17 of the packaging 15 comprises a roof cushion 24, which consists at least of an at least partially compressed honeycomb panel 24.1 and which has a plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps 26 and corner flaps 27, and at least one clamping strip 28 (see also Fig. 9), which is arranged in a transversely extending recess 29 formed in the roof cushion 24.

[0115] In a folded state, the roof cushion 24 has a plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps 26 and corner flaps 27, wherein adjacent flaps 26, 27 are connected to one another by means of a plug connection 42.

[0116] The upper edges 43 of the side flaps 26 and corner flaps 27 of the roof pad 24 are preferably provided with external mounting contours 44, in particular bevels and / or curves. These preferably external mounting contours 44, in particular bevels and / or curves, allow for easier and faster assembly of the folding box due to simplified attachment and positioning.

[0117] Fig. 9 shows a sectional perspective view of the upper assembly 17 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 8. In this representation of the folded roof cushion 24, its components, such as the at least partially compressed honeycomb panel 24.1, the plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps 26 and corner flaps 27, the clamping strip 28 and the transversely extending recess 29, can be clearly seen.

[0118] Fig. 10 shows a perspective view of the unfolded roof cushion 24 of the packaging 15 according to Fig. 8.

[0119] The roof cushion 24 is pre-compressed and trimmed in an unfolded state and preferably has at least one recess 29 extending over the folded width B of the roof cushion 24 for receiving at least one clamping strip 28 for transmitting the clamping forces F1 (arrow) (see Fig. 8).

[0120] In this representation of the roof cushion 24, the several downwardly projecting side flaps 26 and corner flaps 27 and the later plug connections 42 can also be clearly seen in a folded state.

[0121] Fig. 11 shows a perspective view of a folded folding box 30 of the packaging 15.

[0122] The folding box 30 is open at the bottom and has four lid flaps 45 crossed in pairs on the top, which in a closed state approximately form the cover surface F of the folding box 30.

[0123] Fig. 12 shows a perspective view of a known large appliance 1, in particular a known dishwasher, with a packaging 15 that is virtually ready for dispatch. The known dishwasher is shown with a lower colour intensity, not least because of its invisibility in the packaged state.

[0124] The virtually ready-to-ship packaging 15 comprises at least the previously described components, such as a tray 18, a base cushion 21, two side clamp cushions 22.R, 22.L, a roof cushion 24, a clamp strip 28, and a folding box 30. Furthermore, the virtually ready-to-ship packaging 15 comprises at least two preferably fiber-based, in particular cellulose-based, strapping bands 31, which preferably extend at a distance from one another over the two side surfaces 46.S and / or the front surface 46. and the rear surface 46.H of the folding box 31 and which hold the four top-side, pairwise crossed lid flaps 45 in a closed state. Possible shipping information, such as stickers, imprints, and the like, is not shown.

[0125] Although the present invention has been described using exemplary embodiments, it can be modified in many ways.

[0126] List of reference symbols

[0127] 1 large appliance: dishwasher;

[0128] household dishwasher

[0129] 2 rinsing containers

[0130] 3 Container door

[0131] 4 rinsing chamber

[0132] 5 swivel axis

[0133] 6 Loading opening

[0134] 7 Container bottom

[0135] 8 Tank ceiling

[0136] 9 Container rear wall

[0137] 10 Container side wall

[0138] 11 Container side wall

[0139] 12 loading levels; lower dish basket (lower basket)

[0140] 13 Loading level; upper dish basket (upper basket)

[0141] 14 loading levels; cutlery drawer

[0142] 15 Packaging

[0143] 16 Lower assembly

[0144] 17 Upper assembly

[0145] 18 tub

[0146] 19 Tab

[0147] 20 Rand

[0148] 21 floor cushions

[0149] 22. R Lateral (right) clamp pad

[0150] 22.L Side (left) clamp pad

[0151] 23 Honeycomb panel (clamp pad)

[0152] 24 roof cushions

[0153] 24.1 Honeycomb panel (roof cushion)

[0154] 25 Honeycomb panel (floor cushion)

[0155] 26 side flap

[0156] 27 Corner flap

[0157] 28 bracket strip

[0158] 29 Deepening

[0159] 30 Folding box 31 Strapping band

[0160] 32 floor space

[0161] 33 Recess

[0162] 34 area

[0163] 35 Compression

[0164] 36 Damping range

[0165] 37 Power flow area

[0166] 38 Deepening

[0167] 39 plug-in system

[0168] 40 Contoured layer plate (additional plate)

[0169] 40.1 First contoured layer plate

[0170] 40.2 Second contoured layer plate

[0171] 40.3 Third contoured layer plate

[0172] 41 workpiece carriers

[0173] 42 plug connection

[0174] 43 top edge

[0175] 44 Mounting contour

[0176] 45 lid flap

[0177] 46. ​​H Rear surface

[0178] 46. ​​S side surface

[0179] 46. ​​V Front surface

[0180] A Extension direction (arrow)

[0181] E Insertion direction (arrow)

[0182] F Cover area

[0183] F1 clamp force (arrow)

[0184] F2 force (drop test; transport load case) (arrow)

[0185] F3 Power flow (arrow)

[0186] 51 First stage

[0187] 52 Second stage

[0188] 53 Third Stage

[0189] V Front area

Claims

PATENT CLAIMS 1. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1), in particular for household appliances such as dishwashers, washing machines, tumble dryers, refrigeration appliances, cookers or the like, comprising - a trough (18) which has upwardly projecting tabs (19) with the formation of a preferably circumferential edge (20), - a base cushion (21) arranged in the cardboard tray (19), - at least two lateral clamp pads (22. R, 22. L) for absorbing clamp forces (F1), which preferably consist of at least partially compressed honeycomb panels (23) and which are preferably inserted into the base pad (21) on the right and left sides, in particular in a form-fitting manner, and preferably contact the large device (1) on the inside, - a roof cushion (24), which preferably consists of at least one at least partially compressed honeycomb panel (24.1) and which preferably has a plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps (26) and corner flaps (27), - at least one clamping strip (28), which is preferably arranged in a transversely extending recess (29) formed in the roof cushion (24), - a folding box (30) which is placed over the large device (1) and the aforementioned packaging parts (19, 21, 22. R, 22. L, 24, 28) and - at least one preferably fiber-based, in particular cellulose-based, strapping band (31), by means of which the aforementioned packaging parts (19, 21, 22. R, 22. L, 24, 28, 30) are fixed to the large device (1).

2. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the bottom cushion (21) consists of an at least partially compressed honeycomb plate (25) and the at least partial compressions (35) have several, in particular three, different stages (S1 to S3), - wherein the first stage (S1) of compression (35) serves to position and / or lock a base support of the large appliance (1), in particular the dishwasher, in the base cushion (21), - wherein the second stage (S2) of compression (35) forms a plurality of damping regions (36) which ensure that, during a drop test, the acting forces (F2) are predominantly, preferably exclusively, introduced into the formed damping regions (36), and - wherein the third stage (S3) of the compression (35) forms a plurality of force flow regions (37) which ensure that, in a drop test, predominantly, preferably exclusively, the formed force flow regions (37) are involved in a force flow (F3).

3. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the base cushion (21) has a multi-layer structure with preferably differently contoured layer plates (40), - wherein the first contoured layer plate (40.1) serves to position and / or lock a base support of the large appliance (1), in particular the dishwasher, in the floor cushion (21), - wherein the second contoured layer plate (40.2) has several damping areas (36) which ensure that during a drop test the acting forces (F2) are predominantly, preferably exclusively, introduced into the formed damping areas (36), and - wherein the third contoured layer plate (40.3) has several force flow areas (37) which ensure that during a drop test predominantly, preferably exclusively, the formed force flow areas (37) are involved in a force flow (F3).

4. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that the tray (18) and the base cushion (21) arranged therein form a workpiece carrier (41) which serves for assembling the large appliance (1) on an assembly line.

5. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the upwardly projecting tabs (19) of the tray (18) are preferably connected in a planar manner, in particular glued, to the base cushion (21) arranged in the tray (18).

6. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the at least two lateral clamp pads (22. R, 22. L) are contoured and compressed on the inside in such a way that they introduce clamp forces (F1) and / or further forces (F2) generated by further transport load cases into adjacent and force-absorbing components and / or assemblies of the large appliance (1), such as a base support or a door hinge.

7. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the at least two lateral clamp pads (22. R, 22. L) are contoured and compressed on the inside in such a way that they do not introduce clamp forces (F1) and / or further forces (F2) generated by further transport load cases into adjacent and non-force-absorbing components and assemblies of the large appliance (1), such as a side wall.

8. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the at least two lateral clamp pads (22. R, 22. L) are designed such that they can be mounted in the assembly process of the large appliance (1) only after the attachment, in particular suspension, of wall parts, in particular on the right and left sides, in particular can be inserted in a form-fitting manner into the base pad (21).

9. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the at least two lateral clamp pads (22. R, 22. L) are inserted into the base pad (21) on the right and left sides, in particular in a form-fitting manner, by means of a plug-in system (39), in particular a tongue and groove system.

10. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the roof cushion (24) is pre-compressed and trimmed in an unfolded state and preferably has at least one recess (29) extending over the folded width (B) of the roof cushion (24) for receiving at least one clamping strip (28) for transmitting the clamping forces (F1).

11. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the roof cushion (24) in a folded state has a plurality of downwardly projecting side flaps (26) and corner flaps (27), wherein adjacent flaps (26, 27) are connected to one another by means of a plug connection (41).

12. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the upper edges (43) of the side flaps (26) and corner flaps (27) of the roof cushion (24) are preferably provided with external mounting contours (44), in particular bevels and / or curves.

13. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the folding box (30) is open at the bottom and preferably has four lid flaps (45) on the top, in particular and in particular crossed in pairs, which in a closed state approximately form the cover surface (F) of the folding box (30).

14. Packaging (15) for large appliances (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least two preferably fiber-based, in particular cellulose-based, strapping bands (31) are provided, which preferably run at a distance over the two side surfaces (46. S) and / or the front surface (46. V) and the rear surface (46. H) of the folding box (30) and which hold the preferably four top-side and in particular pairwise crossed lid flaps (45) in a closed state.

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