fixing bracket adaptable to all types of posts

Abstract

The present invention relates to a fastening system (30) adaptable to any type of post (P) having a cross-section of any shape, said system (30) securing street furniture (100) to said post (P) and comprising: - a fastening bracket (31) having a substantially U-shaped cross-section enveloping said post (P), the ends (32) of the U being extended by fastening tabs (33) attaching to a rear face (10a) of said street furniture (100); and - a removable intermediate wedge (35) in the form of a rigid plate comprising a notch (36) whose shape is complementary to that of said post (P), the arms (34) of said U each being provided with a slot (37) into which a lateral portion (35a) of said wedge (35) is inserted and abuts against the fastening tab (33). [Fig. 1]

Description

Title of the invention: Fixing bracket adaptable to all types of posts technical field

[0001] The object of the present invention relates to the field of fixing systems for fixing street furniture such as street ashtrays, bins or even signposts on post-type uprights.

[0002] The object of the present invention relates more particularly to a fixing system adaptable to any type of post-type upright.

[0003] One of the objectives of the present invention is to propose a fixing system which adapts to all types of posts to integrate into the urban environment without the addition of specific support fixed to the ground and occupy a minimum of space, thus respecting the space of PMR (Person with Reduced Mobility).

[0004] One of the objectives of the present invention is to facilitate the handling by operators responsible for attaching street furniture such as ashtrays, litter bins, or traffic signs to pole-type supports. The object of the present invention thus has numerous advantageous applications for the deployment of ashtrays, particularly for local authorities (municipalities, urban areas, metropolitan areas, etc.) seeking to establish a network of ashtrays, possibly connected, in urban spaces, with an ecological and environmental focus.

[0005] Obviously, it is understood that the object of the present invention also finds many other advantageous applications by addressing all entities such as administration, company, restaurant, cafe or others which are concerned about the environment and public space and which seek to install collective ashtrays for their employees and / or customers.

[0006] The term ashtray means in the entirety of the following description all types of devices suitable for containing and / or storing objects such as flammable / incandescent objects such as cigarette butts or equivalents.

[0007] Obviously, it will be understood here that the present invention will also find other advantageous applications for the deployment of urban bins or for the fixing of traffic signs. Previous art

[0008] We will place ourselves here in the context of ashtrays for containing cigarette butts.

[0009] Cigarette butts from smoked cigarettes are classified as hazardous waste under HP6 properties (acute toxicity) by calculation and HP14 (ecotoxicity) by ecotoxicity tests.

[0010] It is known that the concentration of nicotine in the butt of consumed cigarettes represents the main element at the origin of this classification.

[0011] In addition to this toxicity, cigarette butts represent one of the most important types of waste in the world, with more than 4,300 billion cigarette butts thrown into nature each year; this represents, for example, almost 40% of the waste present in the oceans.

[0012] It should be noted here that a cigarette butt decomposes in nature after about 15 years; during this period, the cigarette butt pollutes up to 500 litres of water on its own.

[0013] For these reasons, the recycling of cigarette butts has become a real ecological and environmental issue.

[0014] However, despite this proven toxicity and alarming figures, the Applicant notes that very few resources have been deployed so far for the implementation of cigarette butt recycling, for technical, financial and / or ecological / environmental reasons.

[0015] Today, the Applicant has developed a technology for depolluting cigarette butts by bringing the fibers from the cigarette butts into contact with a dense fluid under pressure, preferably a fluid in a supercritical state (also called a supercritical fluid).

[0016] Such a supercritical fluid pollution control technology is described in document W02021 / 079050A1.

[0017] Bringing a supercritical fluid into contact under specific conditions with the fibers of cigarette butts to be depolluted makes it possible to extract from these fibers a very large majority of the toxic substances (mainly nicotine) and odors accumulated in cigarette filters.

[0018] Such extraction of toxic substances and odors accumulated in cigarette filters by a supercritical fluid technology allows reliable and efficient depollution of the fibers; after such depollution, these fibers become clean and are suitable for reuse for new materials and / or other applications.

[0019] Such a supercritical fluid pollution control technology is also environmentally friendly.

[0020] Its performance (efficiency, respect for the environment, cost) makes it possible to consider the development of a genuine industrial recycling sector for cigarette butts, allowing the recovery of depolluted fibers.

[0021] Such decontaminated fibers are indeed highly valued for their thermal and / or acoustic properties, their filtering capacities and / or their mechanical properties, but also for their low cost and their ecological and environmentally friendly nature. the environment.

[0022] Such decontaminated fibres can be used for example for the manufacture of clothing.

[0023] Although pollution control technology exists, the Applicant is currently facing a real difficulty in collecting the raw material, namely cigarette butts.

[0024] The Applicant submits that the ashtrays known from the prior art do not currently allow for the optimization of cigarette butt collection, which represents a hindrance to this sector.

[0025] Communities that are concerned about the environment and that seek to set up urban ashtray networks such as those known from the prior art often encounter real difficulties in the effectiveness of the system.

[0026] The Applicant submits that prior art solutions in this field focus mainly on issues related to the cleanliness of sidewalks.

[0027] However, we know from document WO 2023 / 012412 Al belonging to the Applicant an urban ashtray adapted to the handling of operators taking into account the level of toxicity of cigarette butts (classification HP6 / HP 14).

[0028] The ashtray proposed in document WO 2023 / 012412 Al has for this purpose a hollow, tiered structure with an upper compartment equipped with a hopper and a hatch, the actuation of which allows the passage from a storage configuration to a hopper emptying configuration in which the hatch is open for gravity discharge of cigarette butts into the lower compartment.

[0029] Such a multi-compartment ashtray remains cumbersome to deploy on an urban network.

[0030] It is expensive and has a larger footprint.

[0031] Therefore, despite the advantages offered, the installation of such ashtrays is not widespread in the city routes of smokers.

[0032] The Applicant submits that none of the prior art solutions are fully satisfactory. Summary of the invention

[0033] The present invention aims to improve the situation described above.

[0034] The present invention is more particularly aimed at remedying at least one of the Addressing the various drawbacks mentioned above, a fixing system is proposed to facilitate the attachment of street furniture, such as urban ashtrays, to all types of existing posts in the urban environment (signposts, lampposts, utility poles, etc.), thus simplifying handling by operators and the collection of cigarette butts.

[0035] The present invention also aims to provide a fastening system that is more flexible for technical teams who can dismantle, move and reassemble this system according to needs and activities (festival, parties etc...).

[0036] The object of the present invention relates to a fixing system adaptable to any type of upright, such as for example a post, having a cross-section of any shape.

[0037] According to the invention, the system is configured to ensure a secure attachment of street furniture to the post.

[0038] Advantageously, the street furniture (ashtray, bin or signpost) according to the present invention comprises a main body.

[0039] In the case of an ashtray or a bin, the main body then serves as a support for a container configured to hold cigarette butts or waste.

[0040] Advantageously, the main body includes a rear face.

[0041] Advantageously, the main body comprises a front face.

[0042] According to the invention, the system comprises:

[0043] - at least one fixing flange having a substantially U-shaped cross-section capable of enveloping a portion of the upright, the ends of the U being extended by fixing tabs that attach to a rear face of a main body of street furniture; and

[0044] - a removable intermediate wedge whose dimensions are substantially larger to the dimensions of the U of the fixing flange and which is intended to be positioned in the space between the fixing flange and the rear face of said main body, said wedge being in the form of a rigid plate comprising a notch (36) whose shape is complementary to that of said upright,

[0045] the arms of said U each being provided with a slot into which a lateral portion of said wedge is inserted and butted against the fixing tab so that said intermediate wedge is held firmly in the fixing flange and conforms to the shape of the upright.

[0046] It is therefore understood here that the fixing flange includes slots made on its lateral sides and that the wedge is dimensioned in relation to the flange so that the lateral edges of the latter fit into the slots and protrude from them so as to block any vertical translation of the wedge.

[0047] Similarly, the two lateral edges of the wedge come against the two fixing tabs and the upper edge of the wedge comes against the base of the U, thus preventing any horizontal translation of said wedge.

[0048] It is thus understood that once the wedge is inserted into the flange, the notch of the wedge is positioned so that it is in contact with the upright. Thanks to the shape of the notch, the wedge adapts to the shape of the upright.

[0049] There is no longer any relative movement of the wedge with respect to the flange: The flange in cooperating with the wedge, it adapts to the shape of the upright and ensures a firm fixing between the main body of the ashtray and the upright.

[0050] It is understood here that one of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a solution of ashtrays adaptable to all types of uprights.

[0051] Advantageously, the notch is rectangular or square in shape.

[0052] Advantageously, the notch is circular or ovoid in shape.

[0053] Advantageously, the notch has several dimensions.

[0054] A set of shims with notches of various shapes and sizes can thus be used to adapt to different existing uprights. Simply replace the shim according to the shape and dimensions of the upright and slide it into the notch of the fixing bracket.

[0055] Advantageously, the base of the U includes at least one opening for the passage of a screw-type fixing element for screwing the flange onto the upright.

[0056] Once the fixing flange and the wedge are clamping the upright, it is possible for the operator to fix the ashtray to the upright by screwing it in.

[0057] Advantageously, the rear face of the main body has a longitudinal recess which extends vertically to receive a portion of the upright when the main body is fixed to the upright.

[0058] The presence of this recess drastically reduces the ashtray's footprint when it is mounted on a post. Indeed, the ashtray's footprint must be minimized so as not to obstruct the surrounding space, particularly for people with reduced mobility (PRM) using wheelchairs on the sidewalk. It is clear that such ashtrays are intended for installation on sidewalks, and it is important that they do not obstruct pedestrians and PRM, thus occupying minimal space on the sidewalk.

[0059] The post therefore fits into the recess and comes as close as possible to the ashtray, which reduces its size.

[0060] It is even possible with such a recess to fix two ashtrays on the same post; this can prove useful for a festival for example.

[0061] It should be noted here that the presence of this recess allows the bulk of the upright to be absorbed.

[0062] Correspondingly, the object of the present invention relates, in another aspect, to the use of a system as described above for:

[0063] - a fixing of a street ashtray to a post of the pole type; or

[0064] - a fixing of a bin to a post-type support; or

[0065] - a fixing of a signpost on a post-type upright.

[0066] Thus, through the various functional and structural technical characteristics described above, the Applicant proposes a fastening system that ensures a fastening between an element of street furniture such as a signpost, ashtray or bin with all types of uprights, said fixing system according to the present invention being further adapted to facilitate handling by operators in charge of installing street furniture. Brief description of the figures

[0067] The features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the description below with reference to the attached Figures 1 to 5 illustrating two embodiments which are not limiting in any way and on which:

[0068] [Fig.1]

[0069] Fig. 1 represents a schematic perspective view of an example embodiment of an ashtray comprising a fastening system according to an example embodiment of the present invention;

[0070] [Fig.2]

[0071] [Fig.2] represents a schematic top view of an ashtray comprising a fastening system conforming to [Fig.1];

[0072] [Fig.3]

[0073] Fig. 3 represents a rear perspective view of an example of an ashtray with its protective cover open;

[0074] [Fig.4]

[0075] Fig. 4 represents a rear perspective view of an example of an embodiment of an ashtray whose protective cover is open and which is turned upside down for emptying its contents by gravity discharge;

[0076] [Fig.5]

[0077] Fig. 5 represents a front perspective view of an example of an ashtray with the protective cover closed;

[0078] [Fig.6]

[0079] Fig. 6 represents a front perspective view of an example of an ashtray with its protective cover open;

[0080] [Fig.7]

[0081] Figure 7 shows a front perspective view of an example of an embodiment of an ashtray that is inverted for emptying its contents by gravity; and

[0082] [Fig. 8]

[0083] Fig. 8 represents a schematic view of an example embodiment of an electronic module for monitoring the fill level of the hopper of an ash container.

[0084] Detailed description of an embodiment

[0085] The present invention will now be described in the following by reference together with figures 1 to 8 attached to the description.

[0086] The example will now be described in the context of the ashtray.

[0087] Obviously, it will be understood here that the fixing system, the subject of the present invention, can be used for other purposes such as fixing a bin or a signpost to a post.

[0088] As mentioned in the preamble, the valorization of cigarette butts is a problem for which there are currently few effective solutions.

[0089] On the other hand, the Applicant now holds an effective technology for decontaminating cigarette butt fibers by applying a supercritical fluid.

[0090] The implementation of such a technology covered in particular by document WO2021 / 079050Al makes it possible to consider the development of a real sector for the recovery of depolluted fibers by allowing the use of these fibers to design in particular thermal and / or acoustic insulation, filters, biodegradable plastic objects with commercial outlets in the field of building, textiles and any other field requiring an insulating fiber.

[0091] To achieve this, it is necessary to improve the devices for collecting cigarette butts.

[0092] Herein, the term "cigarette butt" refers to the remains of a cigarette after it has been smoked. Such a butt is considered toxic waste due to the presence of a large quantity of nicotine. Obviously, the term "cigarette butt" should be understood to mean any type of cigarette, whether or not it has a filter.

[0093] One of the objectives of the present invention is to provide a solution for the storage and collection of cigarette butts taking into account the associated health, safety and environmental risks.

[0094] Another objective of the present invention is to provide an urban ashtray solution that integrates into the environment by attaching to all types of posts regardless of their dimensions or shape.

[0095] The present invention makes it possible to achieve the various objectives mentioned above by the design of an ashtray 100 such as that illustrated in particular in figures 1 to 7, which is presented in the form of a true piece of street furniture which can be installed anywhere in the public space by attaching itself to existing posts such as for example a signpost or a lamppost.

[0096] In the example described here and illustrated in particular in [Fig. 1], the ashtray 100 is fixed on a post-type upright P having a circular cross-section.

[0097] This is one example among many possible ones. A person skilled in the art will understand from the description that it is possible to consider fixing it to a post having a rectangular cross-section.

[0098] Obviously, a person skilled in the art will also understand that the system will be able to adapts to all post dimensions.

[0099] In the example described here, the ashtray 100 conventionally comprises a main body 10 serving as a support for a container 20 configured to hold cigarette butts.

[0100] The main body 10 thus has a front face 10b against which the container 20 is placed, and a rear face 10a which will be attached to the post P.

[0101] In this example, the container 20 includes a storage hopper (not shown here) which has a bottom and an internal wall which follows the internal contour of the container.

[0102] In this example, the inner wall and the bottom are made at least partially of stainless steel or aluminum, which gives it fire-resistant properties allowing the hopper to contain flammable objects without risk of fire.

[0103] The hopper is thus configured to store cigarette butts permanently.

[0104] Obviously, it is understood here that the hopper can be integrated directly into the container 20.

[0105] In this example, smokers can thus insert their spent cigarette butts into the opening 21 which is provided on the front part of the side wall 20a of the container

[0106] In this example, a scraping area 22 is also provided on this side wall 20a in the immediate vicinity of the opening 21, allowing users to scrape their cigarette butts before inserting them into the container 20.

[0107] In this example, the opening 21 is sized for the passage of a cigarette butt.

[0108] It is also conceivable that smokers could empty all their cigarette butts stored at home into ashtray 100, thus providing a voluntary collection point. In this case, ashtray 100 includes another, larger opening (not shown here), for example, another hatch leading into the hopper's storage volume.

[0109] Fixing the ashtray to any type of post P is one of the objectives of the present invention.

[0110] For this purpose, a fixing system 30 is provided on the rear face 10a of the main body 10, which are adapted to fix the ashtray 100 securely to the upright P. In the example described here and as illustrated in figures 1 and 2, the fastening system 30 comprises a set of two fastening flanges 31 each capable of cooperating with a wedge 35.

[0111] The flange 31 and the wedge 35 are characteristic of the present invention.

[0112] In the example described here and as illustrated in [Fig. 2], the mounting flange 31 has a substantially U-shaped cross-section, the ends 32 of which are extended by fixing tabs 33.

[0113] In the example described here, the fixing plates 33 have holes allowing the fixing flange 31 to be fixed by screwing onto the rear face 10a of the main body.

[0114] In the example described here, the shim 35 is in the form of a rigid metal plate which will be positioned in the space between the fixing flange 31 and the face rear 10a of the main body 10.

[0115] The flange 31 and the wedge 35 are capable of cooperating together.

[0116] For this purpose, the wedge 35 is machined to present a notch 36 whose shape is complementary to that of post P.

[0117] In this example, the notch 36 has a circular shape sized to fit the peripheral circumference of the post P. It will be understood here that the machining of the notch 36 allows for a shape adapted to the post P; a rectangular notch shape could be considered. It should be noted that posts P are generally standardized and always have essentially the same dimensions and shapes (circular or rectangular) depending on their function, which significantly reduces the number of possible notches.

[0118] It should also be noted here that the wedge 35 has dimensions significantly larger than the U of the flange 31.

[0119] In order to ensure cooperation between the wedge 35 and the flange 31, slots 37 are provided to be made on the arms of the U of the flange 31. These slots 37 are dimensioned to receive the wedge 35. Taking into account the larger dimensions of the wedge 35, a lateral portion 35a protrudes on either side of the flange to butt against the fixing tab 33.

[0120] Thus, there are fastening means 30 composed of two metal parts that cooperate by inserting one into the other. The operator in charge of installing the ashtray 100 on a post P will therefore choose the wedge 25 adapted to the post P on which he decides to fix the ashtray 100.

[0121] He then slides the selected wedge 35 into the slots 37 provided on the arms of the U of the flange 35. These slots 37 have a dimension slightly greater than the thickness of the wedge 35.

[0122] It will be noted that these slots extend over the entire height of the arms of the U so that the upper part of the wedge 35 comes to rest against the base of the U and the lateral portions 35a of the wedge 35 protrude from said slots 37 and come to rest against the fixing tabs 33. Once inserted into the flange 31, the wedge 35 has only one degree of freedom with respect to the flange 31. The operator then positions the wedge-clamp assembly so that the notch 36 comes into contact with the post P. The operator then simply screws the fixing flange 31 onto the rear face 10a of the main body 10. the intermediate mounting brackets 33.

[0123] The operator repeats this operation twice so as to have two points of fixation.

[0124] The latter can then adjust the height of the ashtray 100 on the post P and screw the ashtray 100 onto the post P.

[0125] There are lights 38 provided on the base of the U to carry out such screwing.

[0126] The combination of this wedge 35 comprising a notch 36 and this flange 31 including 37 slots allows for a simple-to-use fixing system that is adaptable to all types of posts.

[0127] In the example described here and as illustrated in [Fig.2], a longitudinal recess 11 is provided which extends vertically on the rear face 10a of the main body and which allows a portion of said upright P to be received when the main body 10 is fixed to said upright P.

[0128] The presence of this recess allows the container 20 to be as close as possible to the post P, which reduces the footprint of the ashtray 100 on the road.

[0129] Facilitating the handling of the operator in charge of collection is also one of the objectives of the present invention.

[0130] Given the toxicity of cigarette butts, it is important to limit contact.

[0131] In the example described here and illustrated in figures 3 to 7, the container 20 includes a drain opening 23 in the upper part 20b.

[0132] In this example, the opening 23 is covered by a closing cover 24.

[0133] Such a hood 24 mounted in pivot connection on the container 20 so as to allow passage from a locked position PI (for example [Fig.5]) in which the closing hood 24 covers the discharge opening 23 and an unlocked position P2 (for example Fig.6) in which the discharge opening 23 is released from the closing hood 24.

[0134] In this example, the closing hood 24 in the locked position PI has a slope of inclination 24a to promote rain runoff.

[0135] In this example, the main body 10 includes in its lower part 10c arms offset 12 towards the front on which the container 20 is mounted according to a pivot joint so as to allow a forward tilting of said container 20 relative to the main body 10.

[0136] This switching is automated by providing locking / unlocking means 25 of the type for example tricoise which ensures locking / unlocking of the closing cover 24.

[0137] Thus, by releasing the opening 23 of the protective cover 24, the container 20 is also free and the pivot axis offset forward ensures an automatic tilting of the container 20 forward as illustrated in figures 3-4 and 6-7.

[0138] This forward tilting ensured by the pivot connection of the container on the arms offset in the lower part of the main body 10 is triggered by the opening of the closing hood 24 using the tricoise.

[0139] With the opening 23 of the container 20 released following unlocking, the tilting ensures a gravity discharge of the cigarette butts.

[0140] Thus, it is understood that the configuration of the ash 100 proposed here provides a solution allowing the operator to empty the ash by simply operating the tricoise.

[0141] It is desirable to be able to organize collections.

[0142] When the storage hopper of container 20 is full, two methods are possible to detect it.

[0143] A visual approach through the holes of the scraper and an automatic approach.

[0144] In this example, both methods are implemented.

[0145] According to a first, so-called visual method, the container 20 includes visualization means (not shown here) around its periphery for viewing the level of cigarette butts stored in the hopper. These means may, for example, consist of one or more windows serving as a gauge to visualize the fill level. Such visualization also helps to raise awareness among the user / smoker. For example, the volume of cigarette butts collected, along with possible disposal options, can be displayed on this gauge, thus encouraging the user to use the ashtray.

[0146] According to a second automated method, an electronic module 40 ([Fig.8]) is to be integrated, which is configured for automated monitoring of the hopper filling level.

[0147] For this purpose, the module 40 includes at least one IoT (Internet Of Things) type sensor 41 configured to measure a hopper fill level.

[0148] In this example, the sensor 41 is therefore configured to measure a physical quantity relating to a hopper filling level.

[0149] Such a sensor 41 may, for example, take at least one of the following forms: - a scale capable of measuring the total mass of cigarette butts stored in the hopper; and / or - an infrared camera, preferably pointed towards the storage volume, to capture an image including the cigarette butts stored in the hopper; and / or - a laser rangefinder capable of measuring a filling distance (level) - a counter; and / or - Light sensors with different thresholds. These sensors are covered and activated by the filling of cigarette butts, reducing the brightness; and / or - contact sensors positioned at defined intervals; and / or - an optical sensor; and / or - an ultrasonic sensor positioned on the top of the tank allowing calculation of spacing and fill rate.

[0150] In this example, the sensor 41 therefore makes a measurement relating to the filling level of the hopper, preferably periodically (for example every 2 or 3 hours).

[0151] This information is recorded on storage means (not shown here) and then transmitted to the central processing unit 42 which processes this information.

[0152] In this example, the storage means may take the form, for example, of volatile and / or non-volatile memory and / or a memory storage device which may include volatile and / or non-volatile memory, such as EEPROM, ROM, PROM, RAM, DRAM, SRAM, flash, or other.

[0153] The central unit 42 can take the form of an integrated circuit, a processor, an electronic chip, a CPU or any equivalent module capable of integrating embedded intelligence (such as an Arduino (registered trademark) or Raspberry (registered trademark) board).

[0154] In this example, the central unit 42 compares the information relating to the measured fill level with a predetermined threshold fill level. This could be, for example, the number of cigarette butts, the total mass of cigarette butts, a change in distance, etc.

[0155] The central unit 42 therefore compares a measured physical quantity representative of the actual filling level with a determined value representative of a determined threshold filling level.

[0156] If this comparison leads to a result allowing us to deduce that the hopper is full or almost full, the central unit 42 then generates a filling signal which is transmitted via communication means 43 (integrated SIM card, LPWAN and WAN type network, or module defined for Arduino and Raspberry card type RJ45 network or ENC2 chip, LOT network. to a central server SC which is remote.

[0157] The fill signal is sent together with information relating to the geographical position of the ashtray 100 which is provided by geolocation means 44 of GPS for example.

[0158] The central SC server can therefore collect in real time the fill information of a network of 100 ashtrays dispersed throughout a city or a determined urban area and can then generate a route map for the operator who is in charge of collecting the cigarette butts.

[0159] In this example, the operator thus receives a route map showing the various ashtrays that are full or nearly full and require collection. By the At the same time, he receives all the quantities of cigarette butts collected as well as the benefits of the action (water saved, CO2 not emitted, etc...)

[0160] This route map can for example be transmitted directly to the operator's communication terminal T, for example a "Smartphone".

[0161] The ashtray 100 can also be equipped with a gyroscope or vibration sensor (not shown here) to detect any attempt to vandalize the ashtray and thus alert the operator in real time on their terminal T that an attempt at vandalism or theft of the ashtray has occurred. It should be noted that, in order to use environmentally friendly technologies (zero carbon emissions), this example provides for equipping the upper part of the container 20 with at least one solar panel incorporating photovoltaic cells.

[0162] It is therefore understood here that the operator is notified on his terminal T that the ashtray 100 is full of cigarette butts and that a collection of these cigarette butts is necessary to empty the hopper.

[0163] Once on site, the operator equipped with the tri-type key activates the locking / unlocking means to open the closing hood and tilt the ash 100 for emptying.

[0164] The present invention thus makes it possible to provide communities or others with a connected urban ashtray capable of providing real-time information on the fill level of the ashtray in order to then centralize this information and determine an optimal route aimed at collecting only the ashtrays that are full or almost full.

[0165] This avoids and makes it possible to remedy the disadvantages observed in the prior art, the solutions so far having the disadvantage either of an overflow of the ashtray with soil pollution, or an empty passage resulting in a significant CO2 footprint for transport.

[0166] The present invention also offers a practical and intuitive ashtray which constitutes a true piece of furniture by discreetly adapting to the urban environment.

[0167] The ashtray according to the present invention also makes it possible to secure storage in a fireproof environment to prevent fires and collection by facilitating handling by the operator, cigarette butts being toxic waste with a very high presence of nicotine.

[0168] Finally, the ashtray according to the present invention adapts to all types of posts and occupies a minimum of space in the urban environment.

[0169] It should be noted that this detailed description relates to a particular embodiment of the present invention, but that in no way does this description limit the scope of the invention; on the contrary, its purpose is to eliminate any possible inaccuracies or misinterpretations of the The following demands

[0170] Thus, the cigarette butt ashtray-type container can be replaced by another type of container, such as a trash can. In this case, a trash can incorporating the features described herein within the scope of the present invention can be provided. This will result in a trash can that can be attached to all types of urban street supports using a wedge and clamp system as described above.

[0171] It will also be understood that the fixing system 30 can also be used for fixing a signpost to a post, regardless of the shape and dimensions of the post.

[0172] It should also be noted that the reference symbols placed in parentheses in the following claims are in no way intended to be limiting; these symbols are solely intended to improve the intelligibility and understanding of the following claims and the scope of the protection sought.

Claims

Demands

1. A fixing system (30) adaptable to any type of upright (P), such as for example a post, having a cross-section of any shape, said system (30) being configured to ensure a secure fixing of street furniture (100) on said upright (P), said system (30) being characterized in that it comprises: - at least one fixing flange (31) having a substantially U-shaped cross-section capable of enveloping a portion of said upright (P), the ends (32) of the U being extended by fixing tabs (33) being fixed to a rear face (10a) of a main body (10) of said street furniture (100);and - a removable intermediate wedge (35) whose dimensions are substantially larger than the dimensions of the U of the fixing flange (31) and which is intended to be positioned in the space between the fixing flange (31) and the rear face (10a) of said main body (10), said wedge (35) being in the form of a rigid plate comprising a notch (36) whose shape is complementary to that of said upright (P), the arms (34) of said U each being provided with a slot (37) into which a lateral portion (35a) of said wedge (35) is inserted and butts up against the fixing tab (33) so that said intermediate wedge (35) is held firmly in the fixing flange (31) and conforms to the shape of said upright (P).;

2. A fastening system (30) according to claim 1, wherein the notch (36) is rectangular or square in shape.

3. A fastening system (30) according to claim 1, wherein the notch (36) is circular or ovoid in shape.

4. A fastening system (30) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the base of the U includes at least one opening (38) for the passage of a screw-type fastening element for screwing the fastening flange (31) onto said upright (P).

5. Use of a system (30) according to any one of claims 1 to 4 for fixing an urban ashtray (100) on a post (P).

6. Use of a system (30) according to any one of claims 1 to 4 for fixing a bin on a post (P).

7. Use of a system (30) according to any one of the claims 1 to 4 for fixing a signpost on a post (P) of the post type.

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