A device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car

Abstract

A device (1) for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car, comprising a support frame (2), a shelf (4) for supporting and retaining said ski equipment having a plurality of slots (42) formed on said shelf (4) and configured to retain pairs of skis, each of said slots (42) having at least one slot (421) configured to retain each pair of skis; means (5) for reinforcing the support of said shelf (4) along a vertical direction and a support surface (6) disposed near said horizontal portion (22) and intended to provide vertical support for said pairs of skis. [FIG. 1]

Description

Title of the invention: DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTING SKIS AND SKI EQUIPMENT THAT CAN BE INSTALLED IN A TRAIN WAGON technical field

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car.

[0002] Today, the passion for ski sports activities, such as skiing but also snowboarding or cross-country skiing, concerns more and more people.

[0003] However, as is known, mountain locations capable of enabling such activities are not easily accessible to everyone.

[0004] In fact, long-distance travel is often necessary and is generally complicated and expensive.

[0005] Today, there is therefore a growing need to make available to enthusiasts means of public transport, such as trains, capable of enabling the movement of a large number of people to these ski destinations, even from fairly distant locations.

[0006] This circumstance means that it is also very important to be able to guarantee these people the possibility of taking with them the necessary equipment, such as ski boots, skis, snowboard and poles.

[0007] To date, means of public transport, such as trains, offer devices for the transport of ski equipment such as, for example, luggage racks designed to allow the transport of luggage or bags containing ski boots.

[0008] The known solutions represent a good solution but also have significant drawbacks.

[0009] A first drawback of known devices is that they often do not guarantee rapid installation of these devices inside train carriages.

[0010] Indeed, these luggage racks are often made up of single bodies or welded components which do not allow for quick disassembly / assembly operations.

[0011] Another important drawback of known devices is that they generally do not include adequate means for securely retaining skis or snowboards.

[0012] Indeed, these objects are particularly delicate and expensive and, sometimes, even small shocks can compromise, or even worsen, their operation.

[0013] The aim of the present invention is therefore to propose a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car and that is able to resolve the drawbacks of the prior art.

[0014] Another object of the present invention is to propose a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car, capable of ensuring high modularity and allowing for practical and quick installation of the components inside a train car.

[0015] Another object of the present invention is to provide a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car and that can guarantee rapid replacement of components in the event of damage to them.

[0016] Another object of the present invention is to provide a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car and that can guarantee the safe transport of such ski equipment, so as to preserve both the condition of the equipment itself and that of the people in the vicinity (for example, the crew or passengers who could collide with this equipment if it is not properly secured and restrained).

[0017] According to the present invention, at least one of these objectives, as well as other objectives, is achieved by a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train carriage comprising: - a support frame comprising a vertical part that can be fixed to a side wall of said wagon, and a horizontal part that can be fixed to the floor of said wagon; - the first means of fixing said vertical part to said side wall and the second means of fixing said horizontal part to said ground; - a support and retention shelf for said ski equipment having a plurality of gaps formed on said shelf and configured for the retention of pairs of skis, each of said gaps having at least one slot configured to retain each pair of skis; - means of reinforcing the support of said shelf along a vertical direction; - a support surface placed near said horizontal part and intended to allow vertical support for said pairs of skis; said device being of a modular and demountable type.

[0018] At least one of the aforementioned objectives, as well as other objectives, is achieved by a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car and includes at least one of the technical characteristics described below: - said interstices have two lateral edges, the device comprising a plurality of pairs of perimeter portions of elastomer obtained on said edges respective of said interstices, each pair of perimeter portions in elastomer being configured to face a central axis of said interstices; -each of said perimeter portions in elastomer has protrusions developing towards said central axis of said interstices so as to define said slots and to prevent said pairs of skis from moving transversely to a direction of travel of said train; - said edges have a channel for the insertion and retention of said perimeter portions made of elastomer; -said perimeter portions in elastomer include respective blocking sections extending inwards from said edges and configured to bind with them and block any movement of said portions along said direction of travel; - said blocking sections and said edges are shaped so as to establish a dovetail type joint; -said edges include a transverse locking element for said perimeter portions made of elastomer to prevent them from moving transversely to said direction of travel; -the device includes threaded fixing means for removably fixing said locking element to said shelf; - the said perimeter portions in elastomer are made by molding; - the said perimeter portions in elastomer are produced by extrusion; - said shelf includes a first support area for placing said ski equipment, said first support area being interposed between said plurality of gaps and said vertical part of said frame; -said support plane includes a second support area for placing said ski equipment, said second support area being interposed between said pairs of skis and said vertical part of said chassis; - said shelf has an inclination of between 80° and 85° with respect to said vertical part; - said shelf has an inclination of approximately 85° with respect to said vertical part.

[0019] The advantages of the technical features of the invention, according to the aforementioned purpose(s), described above, become apparent from the detailed description that follows, with reference to the accompanying drawings which illustrate exemplary and non-limiting embodiments thereof, in which: - Fig. 1 illustrates a schematic side view in top perspective of a ski and ski equipment transport device that can be installed in a train carriage according to a particular embodiment; - Fig. 2 illustrates a schematic top view of the ski and ski equipment transport device that can be installed in a train carriage shown in Fig. 1 9 - [Fig.3] illustrates a top perspective view of a detail of the ski and ski equipment transport device that can be installed in a train carriage according to the present invention; - Fig. 4 illustrates a front view of a detail of the ski and ski equipment transport device that can be installed in a train carriage according to the present invention; - [Fig.5] illustrates a schematic side view of the ski and ski equipment transport device that can be installed in a train car shown in [Fig.1].

[0020] With reference to the attached figures, reference number 1 designates a device for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car, also referred to later in the description simply as device 1.

[0021] Ski equipment means, for example, ski boots, poles, goggles, helmets and / or alternatives to skis such as, for example, a snowboard or cross-country skis.

[0022] The device 1 which is the subject of the present invention comprises a support chassis 2.

[0023] With reference to the attached [Fig. 1], the support frame 2 comprises a vertical part 21 which can be fixed to a side wall PI of the wagon, and a horizontal part 22 which can be fixed to the floor P2 of the wagon itself.

[0024] The device 1 of the present invention comprises first means 31 for fixing the vertical part 21 to the side wall PI, and second means 32 for fixing the horizontal part 22 to the ground P2.

[0025] Advantageously, these first 31 and second 32 fastening means are of the threaded type.

[0026] Advantageously, the first means 31 of fixing are configured to fix the vertical part 21 to the wall PI at two different heights.

[0027] Advantageously, the horizontal part 22 and the vertical part 21 of the chassis 2 are removable.

[0028] This simplifies the dismantling / assembly operations of the device 1 inside the wagon, which facilitates its movement in / out of the wagon.

[0029] The device 1 which is the subject of the present invention comprises a shelf 4 intended to support and retain the aforementioned ski equipment.

[0030] Shelf 4 has a plurality of interstices 42 obtained on shelf 4 itself.

[0031] These gaps 42 are configured to retain pairs of skis.

[0032] It is clear that these gaps can also be used to hold snowboards.

[0033] Each of the gaps 42 has at least one slot 421 configured to retain a pair of skis.

[0034] According to the embodiment illustrated in [Fig.1], the shelf 4 comprises six gaps 42 and each gap 42 comprises three slots 421 to hold three pairs of skis (or, alternatively, to hold a snowboard).

[0035] Advantageously, the gaps 42 have two lateral edges 422.

[0036] Advantageously, the device 1 of the present invention comprises a plurality of pairs of perimeter portions 7 of elastomer obtained on the respective edges 422 of the interstices 42.

[0037] Each pair of perimeter portions 7 in elastomer is configured to face a central axis of the interstices 42.

[0038] In substance, each gap 42 is obtained between a pair of lateral edges 422 and, on each pair of lateral edges 422, a respective pair of perimeter portions 7 in elastomer is fixed.

[0039] Advantageously, each of the perimeter portions 7 in elastomer has protuberances 71 extending towards the aforementioned central axis of the gaps 42 so as to define the slots 421 and to prevent the pairs of skis from moving transversely to a direction D of travel of the train.

[0040] The presence of these protuberances also makes it possible, in embodiments in which the gaps 42 have two or more slots, to avoid contact between adjacent pairs of skis, thus avoiding other possible risk factors of damage to the skis themselves.

[0041] In essence, in use, the pairs of skis are inserted transversely into the slots 421 and deform the perimeter portions 7 so as to be retained by them.

[0042] Advantageously, these skis (or snowboard) can be inserted into the slots 421 even when dressed in their own carrying bag.

[0043] Advantageously, the perimeter portions 7 in elastomer are made by molding.

[0044] Alternatively, the perimeter portions 7 in elastomer are made by extrusion.

[0045] These perimeter portions 7 in elastomer are therefore made of a flexible, deformable material capable of adapting to the shape of the pairs of skis.

[0046] With reference to the attached [Fig.4], the aforementioned edges 422 have respective channels 423 for the insertion and retention of the perimeter portions 7 made of elastomer.

[0047] Advantageously, the perimeter portions 7 made of elastomer include respective blocking sections 72 which extend inwards from the edges 422 aforementioned and configured to bind with them, preventing any movement of portions 7 along the direction D of travel.

[0048] Moreover, advantageously, the blocking sections 72 and the edges 422 are shaped to establish a dovetail type joint.

[0049] Advantageously, the edges 422 include a transverse blocking element 424 for the perimeter portions 7 made of elastomer to prevent these portions 7 from moving transversely with respect to the direction D of travel of the train.

[0050] With reference to the attached [Fig.4], advantageously, the device 1 of the present invention comprises threaded fastening means 425 for removably fixing the locking element 424 on the shelf 4.

[0051] In use, essentially, the perimeter portion 7 made of elastomer is inserted by sliding into the insertion channel 423 and locked therein with respect to the direction D of travel, then the element 424 is fixed to prevent movement also with respect to the direction transverse to the direction D of travel.

[0052] This feature of being able to easily disassemble and assemble the perimeter portions 7 made of elastomer on the edges 422 allows them to be easily replaced if they are damaged.

[0053] This further optimizes the securing of skis or snowboards held on device 1.

[0054] Advantageously, with reference to the attached [Fig.1], the shelf 4 includes a first support area 41 for placing ski equipment.

[0055] This first support zone 41 is interposed between the plurality of gaps 42 and the vertical part 21 of the chassis 2.

[0056] In use, the ski equipment is therefore securely contained between the pairs of skis and the vertical part 21 of the chassis 2.

[0057] The device 1 of the present invention includes means 5 for reinforcing the support of the shelf 4 along a vertical direction.

[0058] Advantageously, with reference to the attached [Fig.5], these reinforcement means 5 comprise a plurality of support elements 51 made under the shelf 4 and configured to unload the weights onto the vertical part 21 of the chassis 2 and in particular onto the side wall PI of the wagon.

[0059] Advantageously, these reinforcement means 5 also include a pair of uprights 52 fixed on the shelf 4 and configured so as to unload the weights onto the horizontal part 22 of the chassis 2 and in particular onto the floor.

[0060] The device 1 of the present invention comprises a support plane 6 disposed near the horizontal part 22 and intended to allow vertical support for pairs of skis.

[0061] Advantageously, this support plane 6 is made of rubber or elastomeric material so as to allow secure support of the skis.

[0062] The device 1 which is the subject of the present invention is modular and therefore demountable.

[0063] This facilitates installation inside the wagon and simplifies, for example, the passage of components through the train doors.

[0064] With reference to the attached [Fig. 1], the support plane 6 includes a second support area 61 for placing the ski equipment.

[0065] This second support zone 61 is interposed between the pairs of skis and the vertical part 21 of the chassis 2.

[0066] Advantageously, the shelf 4 has an inclination between 80° and 85° with respect to the vertical part 21.

[0067] Advantageously, the shelf 4 has an inclination of approximately 85° with respect to the vertical part 21.

[0068] This inclination is for example clearly visible on the attached [Fig.5].

[0069] Device 1 according to the present invention resolves the disadvantages of the prior art and provides significant advantages.

[0070] A first advantage of device 1, the subject of the present invention, is that it guarantees practical and safe transport of ski equipment for long journeys.

[0071] Another advantage of the device 1 which is the subject of the present invention is that it ensures a practical and quick installation inside the train.

[0072] Another advantage of the device 1 of the present invention is that it guarantees a simple and quick replacement of the components (for example, perimeter portions 7 made of elastomer) in case of damage to them.

Claims

Demands

1. A device (1) for transporting skis and ski equipment that can be installed in a train car, comprising: - a support frame (2) including a vertical part (21) that can be fixed to a side wall (PI) of said car, and a horizontal part (22) that can be fixed to the floor (P2) of said car; - first (31) means for fixing said vertical part (21) to said side wall (PI) and second (32) means for fixing said horizontal part (22) to said floor (P2); - a shelf (4) for supporting and retaining said ski equipment having a plurality of gaps (42) formed on said shelf (4) and configured for retaining pairs of skis, each of said gaps (42) having at least one slot (421) configured to retain each pair of skis; - means (5) for reinforcing the retention of said shelf (4) along a vertical direction;- a support plane (6) positioned near said horizontal part (22) and intended to provide vertical support for said pairs of skis; said device being of a modular and demountable type.

2. Device (1) according to claim 1, wherein said gaps (42) have two lateral edges (422), characterized in that it comprises a plurality of pairs of perimeter portions (7) of elastomer obtained on said respective edges (422) of said gaps (42), each pair of perimeter portions (7) of elastomer being configured to face a central axis of said gaps (42).

3. Device (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that each of said perimeter portions (7) in elastomer has protrusions (71) extending towards said central axis of said gaps (42) so as to define said slots (421) and to prevent said pairs of skis from moving transversely to a direction (D) of travel of said train.

4. Device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that said edges (422) have a channel (423) for the insertion and retention of said perimeter portions (7) made of elastomer.

5. Device (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that said perimeter portions (7) of elastomer comprise respective blocking sections (72) extending inwards from said edges (422) and configured to bind with them and block any movement of said portions (7) along said direction (D) of travel.

6. Device (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that said blocking sections (72) and said edges (422) are shaped to establish a dovetail type joint.

7. Device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that said edges (422) comprise a transverse blocking element (424) of said perimeter portions (7) made of elastomer to prevent them from moving transversely to said direction (D) of travel.

8. Device (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that it comprises threaded fastening means (425) for removably fixing said locking element (424) on said shelf (4).

9. Device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that said perimeter portions (7) of elastomer are made by molding.

10. Device (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that said perimeter portions (7) of elastomer are made by extrusion.

11. Device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said shelf (4) comprises a first support area (41) for placing said ski equipment, said first support area (41) being interposed between said plurality of gaps (42) and said vertical part (21) of said frame (2).

12. Device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said support plane (6) comprises a second support area (61) for placing said ski equipment, said second support area (61) being interposed between said pairs of skis and said vertical part (21) of said chassis (2).

13. Device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said shelf (4) has an inclination between 80° and 85° with respect to said vertical part (21).

14. Device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that said shelf (4) has an inclination of about 85° with respect to said vertical part (21).

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