Bone box with easy-closing lid and its method of operation

Description

Description of the Industrial Invention having for title: “Ossuary box with locking lid facilitated and related method of operation” 5 in the name of: Gruppo Sicilzinco Surl, of nationality Italian, with headquarters in Via Consolare Valeria 277 – 98128 Tremestieri (ME). Designated Inventor: Cucè Massimo Filed under no. 10 DESCRIPTION The present invention relates to a ossuary box with locking lid facilitated and the related method of operation. Bone boxes are known in the art 15 various shapes, sizes and materials, mainly made of wood and zinc. These boxes are used to contain the bones of the deceased and are generally consisting of a structure of support and containment closed by a lid. The 20 lid is usually slid on special guides or slides on the open side of the box to close it. Once the lid is placed in closure, it is necessary to fix it firmly to the 25 structure of the box. For this purpose they are -1- various commonly used fasteners such as nails, screws, dowels or other devices similar. These closing methods require the use of tools and involve manual operations for 5 apply and secure the closing elements. However, the current closure solutions in use have some disadvantages. In particular, require relatively long times to complete the box closing operation 10 Ossuary. Furthermore, they involve labor costs. not negligible related to the time needed for secure the lid correctly. These aspects make the process of closing the boxes easier inefficient ossuary, especially when it is 15 need to manage a large number of boxes in short time. It was understood that it would be advantageous to have of a bone box with a locking system facilitated that overcomes one or more of these problems. 20 The purpose of this invention is to solve the the aforementioned problems of the prior art, providing an ossuary box with a lid easy closing, which requires operations quick, simple and immediate manual closures, 25 reducing labor times and costs, but -2- while still ensuring an efficient final closure and effective, without any loss of material contents in the box. The above and other purposes and benefits 5 of the invention, as will result from the following of the description, are achieved with a ossuary box with locking lid facilitated and the related method of operation such as those described in their respective 10 dependent claims. Embodiments favorites and non-trivial variants of this one inventions form the object of the claims employees. It is understood that all claims 15 attached form an integral part of this description. The present invention will be better described from some preferred embodiments, provided by way of example and not limitation, with 20 reference to the attached drawings, in which: - Figure 1 is a perspective view of a construction of the ossuary box according to the present invention with cover installed but not yet closed; 25 - Figure 2 shows a detail view of -3- Figure 1 with the folding tabs / fins of always closed in the open position; and - Figure 3 is a detail view of Figure 2 illustrating a folding tab / flap 5 in the folded closed position. Referring to the Figures, it is illustrated and a preferred embodiment is described of the present invention. It will be immediately apparent obviously it will be possible to make changes to what has been described 10 countless variations and modifications (for example relating to shape, size, various colors and parts with equivalent functionality) without depart from the scope of protection of the invention as appears from the attached claims. 15 The present invention relates to a cassette ossuary (1) with an easy-closing lid. In particular, the ossuary box (1) includes a support and containment structure (3), a cover (5) designed to mate 20 operationally with the support structure and containment (3) by means of sliding slides (not illustrated), and at least one closing element (7) of the folding blade or fin type. This configuration allows for quick and easy closure 25 simple of the ossuary box (1), reducing the -4- time and labor costs compared to systems traditional closures, while still guaranteeing a effective and safe closure. In some constructions, the ossuary box 5 (1) may comprise two folding slats or fins (7), which can be placed on one side (8) of the lid (5) or on a wall (9) of the support and containment structure (3). Furthermore, the ossuary box (1) is made of laminate 10 zinc. Note that they can be made variations and modifications to the ossuary box (1) without departing from the protection field of the invention as defined in the claims. The ossuary box (1) comprises a 15 support and containment structure (3). This structure (3) is designed to contain the bones of the deceased and is made of various materials, such as for example wood or zinc. In some cases, the support and containment structure is equipped with 20 sliding sleds for coupling operationally with a lid. The lid is placed on top of the structure of support and containment. The lid is designed to slide on slides on the support structure 25 and containment, allowing to reach the two -5- opening and closing positions of the box ossuary. In some cases, the lid is fixed to the support and containment structure through various fasteners, such as nails, 5 screws, plugs, etc. According to the invention, the ossuary box is equipped with at least one locking element of the type folding blade or fin. These elements of closures can be designed to fold down 10 on themselves to commit to closing the corresponding wall of the supporting structure and containment or the corresponding side of the lid with which they come into contact. In some cases, there may be two slats or fins 15 foldables, but the number of these elements of Closure may vary. The support and containment structure is made of various materials. Although in some realizations the support structure and 20 containment can be made of laminate zinc, in other cases it is made of wood or other materials suitable for the purpose. The choice of material may depend on various factors, including the specific application needs, the 25 user preferences, local regulations and -6- economic considerations. For example, wood is preferred for its natural aesthetics, while the Zinc laminate is preferred for its strength to corrosion and decomposition. In some 5 cases, the support and containment structure is made of a composite material or a combination of different materials. The support and containment structure can have various sizes and shapes, depending on the 10 application-specific needs. For example, the support and containment structure is designed to hold a specific amount of bones, and therefore its dimensions can be adapt accordingly. Furthermore, the shape of the 15 support and containment structure is designed to facilitate the installation of the cover and the closing of the ossuary box. For example, the support and containment structure can have a rectangular, square, circular or any shape 20 other form suitable for the purpose. In terms of construction features, the support and containment structure may include various elements and components designed for improve the functionality and efficiency of the 25 ossuary box. For example, the structure of -7- support and containment may include sleds scrolling to couple operationally with the lid, as described above. Additionally, the support and containment structure can 5 include various fasteners to secure the cover in place, such as nails, screws, tiles, etc. The cover (5) is designed to fit operationally with the support structure and 10 containment (3) through a mechanism of sliding on slides. This mechanism allows the lid (5) to move between two positions: one open position, in which the ossuary box (1) is accessible for insertion or removal 15 of the bones, and a closed position, in which the ossuary box (1) is sealed to preserve the bones inside it. In some aspects, the sleds scrolling can be integrated into the support and containment structure (3), in 20 lid (5), or both. In some cases, the lid (5) is designed to mate with the support structure and containment (3) in such a way as to form a seal hermetic when in the closed position. This 25 may help protect bones within the -8- bone box (1) from external environmental factors, such as humidity or insects. In other cases, the lid (5) is designed to allow a certain ventilation inside the bone box (1) 5 when it is in the closed position, for example through the use of ventilation holes or a air-permeable material. In some aspects, the lid (5) is made of the same material as the structure 10 of support and containment (3), such as wood or zinc plate. In other cases, the lid (5) is made of a different material, for example to provide visual contrast or to exploit the specific properties of a material 15 particular. For example, the lid (5) could be made of a transparent material or semi-transparent, like glass or plastic, for allow you to see the bones inside the ossuary box (1) without having to open the 20 lid (5). The closing elements of the lamella type or folding fin (7) can be positioned in various points of the ossuary box (1). In some aspects, the folding slats or fins (7) can 25 be placed on one side (8) of the lid (5). -9- This arrangement allows the slats or fins foldable (7) to fold back on themselves to engage the corresponding wall in closing (9) of the support and containment structure (3) with 5 which come into contact. In other aspects, the folding slats or fins (7) can be placed on a wall (9) of the structure of support and containment (3). In this case, the folding slats or fins (7) can be 10 designed to fold back on themselves to engage the corresponding side (8) in closing of the lid (5) with which they come into contact. How the slats or fins work folding (7) is simple and intuitive. In some 15 aspects, the folding slats or fins (7) can be designed to be folded manually by the user, without the use of tools or special equipment. Once folded, the folding slats or fins (7) can remain in 20 closed position, keeping the lid (5) firmly fixed to the support structure and containment (3). This allows for a closure quick and safe removal of the ossuary box (1), reducing labor time and costs compared to 25 to traditional locking systems. In some -10- cases, the folding slats or fins (7) can be designed to be reopened, allowing access to the ossuary box (1) for the insertion or removal of bones. 5 In some aspects, the ossuary box can include two folding slats or fins (7). This configuration offers a more secure closure and stable, since the two slats or fins folding (7) can engage two in closing 10 opposite walls of the support structure and containment (3) or two opposite sides of the lid (5). Furthermore, the use of two slats or fins folding (7) can allow for a more flexible distribution uniform closing force, reducing the 15 risk of deformation or damage to the cassette ossuary (1) during closing. However, the number of slats or fins folding (7) can vary according to needs application specifics. For example, in some 20 cases, a single blade or fin is sufficient folding (7) to ensure effective closure of the ossuary box (1). In other cases, they can more than two slats or fins be used foldable (7) to provide even more closure 25 safe and robust. For example, they could be -11- use three or four slats or fins foldable (7), arranged at regular intervals around the perimeter of the lid (5) or the support and containment structure (3). In each 5 case, the folding slats or fins (7) are designed to be easily maneuverable by the user, allowing for quick closure and simple of the ossuary box (1). In the configuration where the slats or 10 folding flaps (7) are placed on one side (8) of the lid (5), these can be designed to fold in on themselves to engage in closing the corresponding wall (9) of the support and containment structure (3) with the 15 which come into contact. This arrangement offers a series of advantages. For example, it allows a quick and safe closure of the ossuary box (1), since the folding slats or fins (7) can be easily folded by the user without 20 the use of special tools or equipment. Furthermore, once folded, the slats or fins folding (7) can remain in position closing, keeping the lid (5) firmly fixed to the support and containment structure 25 (3). This reduces labor time and costs -12- compared to traditional locking systems, even ensuring an effective and safe closure. In in some cases, the folding slats or fins (7) can be designed to be reopened, 5 allowing access to the ossuary box (1) for the insertion or removal of bones. In a further configuration, the slats or folding flaps (7) can be placed on a wall (9) of the supporting structure and 10 containment (3). In this case, the slats or folding fins (7) are designed for to fold in on oneself to commit to closing the corresponding side (8) of the cover (5) with the which come into contact. This arrangement offers 15 a series of advantages. For example, it allows a quick and safe closure of the ossuary box (1), since the folding slats or fins (7) can be easily folded by the user without the use of special tools or equipment. 20 Furthermore, once folded, the slats or fins folding (7) can remain in position closing, keeping the lid (5) firmly fixed to the support and containment structure (3). This reduces labor time and costs. 25 compared to traditional locking systems, although -13- ensuring an effective and safe closure. In in some cases, the folding slats or fins (7) can be designed to be reopened, allowing access to the ossuary box (1) for 5 the insertion or removal of bones. The ossuary box (1) is made of Zinc Roll. Zinc roll offers a series of advantages, including resistance to corrosion and decomposition, which can 10 be particularly useful in a context of bone preservation. In some aspects, the zinc sheet used for the production of the ossuary box (1) can have a thickness guaranteed minimum of 0.66 mm. This thickness 15 ensures adequate robustness and durability of the ossuary box (1), while maintaining a weight overall content. Furthermore, the laminate of zinc with a guaranteed minimum thickness of 0.66 mm complies with the Mortuary Police Regulations 20 in force, thus ensuring compliance with the ossuary box (1) to local regulations. In in other cases, the ossuary box (1) is made of other materials suitable for the purpose, such as wood or other metals, depending on the needs 25 application specifications. -14- In the process of closing the box ossuary, the closing elements of the type a folding blade or fin (7) play a role fundamental. Once the lid (5) is 5 was placed above the support structure and containment (3) and moved to the position of closing by means of the sliding slides, the user can manually bend the slats or fins folding (7) to engage the closing 10 corresponding wall (9) of the structure of support and containment (3) or the corresponding side (8) of the cover (5) with which they come to contact. This bending movement is performed without the use of special tools or equipment, 15 making the closing process quick and easy. In some cases, the folding slats or fins (7) can be designed to stay in closed position once folded, maintaining the cover (5) firmly fixed to the structure 20 of support and containment (3). This ensures an effective and safe closure of the box ossuary (1), preventing the loss of material contained inside and protecting it from factors external environmental. 25 In other aspects, the slats or fins -15- folding (7) can be designed to be reopened, allowing access to the box ossuary (1) for the insertion or removal of the bones. This feature makes the box 5 ossuary (1) suitable for uses where it is necessary access content periodically, such as example in the case of funeral rites which include the visit and veneration of the bones of the deceased. In some cases, the folding slats or fins 10 (7) can be designed to be folded into a specific direction, for example towards inside or outside the ossuary box (1). This feature can influence the aesthetic appearance of the ossuary box (1) 15 when closed, as well as the ease with which the folding slats or fins (7) can be operated by the user. For example, the slats or folding wings (7) that fold towards the interior can offer a cleaner look and 20 ordered, while those that bend towards the outside can be easier to maneuver. The ossuary box with a locking lid facilitated offers numerous advantages compared to the traditional locking systems. In particular, 25 the presence of at least one closing element of the -16- folding blade or fin type allows you to close the bone box quickly and simple, without the use of tools or equipment special. This significantly reduces the time 5 and the labor costs associated with closing of the ossuary box, making the process more efficient and convenient. Furthermore, once folded, the slats or folding flaps remain in position 10 closure, keeping the lid securely fixed to the support and containment structure. This ensures an effective and secure closure of the ossuary box, preventing the loss of the material contained within and protecting it from 15 external environmental factors. In this way, the ossuary box with locking lid facilitated offers a level of protection and safety comparable, if not superior, to that of traditional locking systems. 20 In some cases, the folding slats or fins can be designed to be reopened, allowing access to the ossuary box for the insertion or removal of bones. This feature makes the ossuary box suitable for 25 uses where you need to log in periodically -17- content, such as in the case of rites funerals that include visits and veneration of the bones of the deceased. Finally, the ossuary box with lid 5 easy closing is made of various materials, such as zinc or wood laminate, depending on specific needs of the application. This allows you to adapt the ossuary box to the user's preferences and 10 local regulations, while ensuring a adequate resistance and durability. The ossuary box (1) presents a remarkable versatility in design, allowing for a range of variations and modifications. For example, the cassette 15 ossuary (1) can have various shapes, sizes and colors. This flexibility in design allows for adapt the bone box (1) to a wide range of needs and preferences. For example, the cassette ossaria (1) is designed to have a shape 20 rectangular, square, circular or any other shape suitable for the purpose. Furthermore, the box Ossuary (1) is designed to have dimensions specifications, for example to contain a quantity specific of bones. In terms of coloration, the 25 ossuary box (1) is colored in various ways, for example -18- example to provide visual contrast or to exploit the aesthetic properties of a color particular. For example, the ossuary box (1) It could be colored white, black, gray, 5 brown or any other color suitable for the purpose. In any case, the choice of shape, of the size and color of the ossuary box (1) It may depend on various factors, including the needs application specifics, preferences 10 of the user, local regulations and economic considerations. They have been illustrated and described in previously some preferred embodiments of the present invention: obviously, to the experts 15 in the branch will be immediately evident numerous variants and modifications, functionally equivalent to the previous ones, which fall into the field of protection of the invention as highlighted in the attached claims. -19-

Claims

1. Bone box (1) comprising: - a support and containment structure (3); - a lid (5) placed above said support and containment structure (3) and designed to couple operationally with it by means of sliding slides to reach the two opening and closing positions of the bone box (1); characterised by the fact that it is equipped with at least one closing element (7) of the folding slat or flap type.

2. Bone box (1) according to claim 1, characterised in that said folding slats or flaps (7) are two.

3. Bone box (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterised in that said folding slats or flaps (7) are placed on one side (8) of the lid (5) and are designed to fold back on themselves to engage in closing the corresponding wall (9) of the support and containment structure (3) with which they come into contact.

4. Bone box (1) according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterised in that said folding slats or flaps (7) are placed on a wall (9) of the support and containment structure (3) and are designed to fold on themselves to close the corresponding side (8) of the lid (5) with which they come into contact.

5. Bone box (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterised by being made of zinc sheet.

6. A method of closing an ossuary box (1), comprising the steps of: - providing an ossuary box (1) according to any of the preceding claims; - positioning the lid (5) on the support and containment structure (3); - sliding the lid (5) into the closed position; characterised by comprising the step of bending the at least one closing element (7) to engage the support and containment structure (3) or the lid (5) in closing.

7. Method according to claim 6, characterized in that the step of bending the at least one closure element (7) comprises the step of manually bending the at least one closure element (7) without the use of tools.

8. Method according to any of claims 6 or 7, characterised in that the step of bending the at least one closure element 5 (7) comprises the step of bending two closure elements (7).

9. A method according to any of claims 6 to 8, characterised in that the step of folding the at least one closure element (7) comprises the step of folding the at least one closure element (7) towards the inside of the ossuary box (1).

10. A method according to any of claims 6 to 9, characterised in that it further comprises a phase of reopening the at least one closing element (7) to allow access to the ossuary box (1).