Tension rod fall prevention member and tension rod alignment system

Abstract

To provide a tension rod fall prevention member capable of preventing tension rods of a plurality of outer diameters from falling.SOLUTION: A tension rod fall prevention member 1 (1A and 1B) comprises a base part 10 having a front surface 11 coming into contact with a tension rod P and a back surface 12 coming into contact with a surface of a wall or a shelf, where the front surface 11 includes a multi-guide mechanism 2 corresponding to a plurality of outer diameters of ends of tension rods P. The multi-guide mechanism 2 is configured as a plurality of annular protrusions 21, 22 and 23 arranged concentrically. More specifically, the multi-guide mechanism 2 is configured as three annular protrusions 21, 22 and 23.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a tension rod fall prevention member that can align and arrange multiple tension rods, and a tension rod alignment system that is equipped with a tension rod fall prevention member. [Background technology]

[0002] Tension rods have traditionally been used to hang relatively lightweight fabric products or fabric products that do not need to be opened or closed. However, when tension rods are used for fabric products that are relatively heavy and subject to stress when opening or closing, such as curtains, there is a risk that the tension rod itself may fall.

[0003] For this reason, the present inventors have proposed a pressure-fixed tension rod fall prevention member for preventing tension rods from falling (see Patent Document 1). [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 5920960 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, the tension rod fall prevention member described in Patent Document 1 is compatible with tension rods of only one type of outer diameter, and is not compatible with tension rods of multiple outer diameters.

[0006] Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a tension rod fall prevention member and a tension rod fall prevention system that can prevent tension rods of multiple outer diameters from falling. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the tension rod fall prevention member of the present invention comprises a base portion having a surface that contacts the tension rod and a back surface that contacts the surface of a wall or shelf, and the surface is provided with a multi-guide mechanism that corresponds to multiple outer diameters of the end of the tension rod. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] In this way, the tension rod fall prevention device of the present invention comprises a base portion having a surface that contacts the tension rod and a back surface that contacts the surface of the wall or shelf, and the surface is provided with a multi-guide mechanism that corresponds to the multiple outer diameters of the end of the tension rod. By providing this multi-guide mechanism, it is possible to prevent tension rods of multiple outer diameters from falling. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0009] [Figure 1] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a tension rod fall prevention member (1x1) according to an embodiment. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a front view of the tension rod fall prevention member (1x1) of the embodiment. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of a tension rod fall prevention member (1x1) according to an embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a tension rod fall prevention member (1x6) of a first modified example. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a front view of a tension rod fall prevention member (1x6) of a first modified example. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of a tension rod fall prevention member (1x6) of a first modified example. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a tension rod fall prevention member (6x6) of a second modified example. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is a front view of a tension rod fall prevention member (6x6) of a second modified example. [Figure 9] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of a tension rod fall prevention member (6x6) of a second modified example. [Figure 10] 10 is an explanatory diagram illustrating the function of the tension rod fall prevention member. FIG. [Figure 11]1 is an explanatory diagram of the tension rod fall prevention member (1x1) of the embodiment in use. FIG. [Figure 12] 10 is an explanatory diagram of a tension rod fall prevention member (1x6) of a first modified example in use. FIG. [Figure 13] 1 is an explanatory diagram of a tension rod alignment system using a tension rod fall prevention member (1x6) of the first modified example. (a) shows the state where it is assembled in a square (rectangular shape), and (b) shows the state where it is assembled in a π shape. [Figure 14] 10A and 10B are explanatory views of a tension rod fall prevention member (6x6) of a second modified example in use, where (a) is a front view and (b) is a side view of the interior. [Figure 15] This is an oblique view of another example of a tension rod fall prevention member (1x6; buried type). [Figure 16] 10 is a perspective view of another example of a tension rod fall prevention member (6x6; side wall type) [Figure 17] 10 is a perspective view of another example of a tension rod fall prevention member (6x6; buried type) DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0010] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. However, the components described in the following examples are merely examples and are not intended to limit the technical scope of the present invention. [Example]

[0011] (Example: 1x1 configuration) First, the configuration of a small, square (1x1) plate-shaped tension rod fall prevention member 1 of the embodiment will be described using Figures 1 to 3. As shown in Figure 1, the tension rod fall prevention member 1 of the embodiment has a front surface 11 that comes into contact with the tension rod P and a back surface 12 that comes into contact with the surface (inner surface) of a wall or shelf, and a multi-guide mechanism 2 that corresponds to the multiple outer diameters of the end of the tension rod P is provided on the front surface 11.

[0012] And as shown in Fig. 2, the strut bar fall prevention member 1 of this embodiment is formed in a square shape as a whole, and one multi-guide mechanism 2 is provided in the center. That is, it is a (1x1) (one row and one column) multi-guide mechanism 2, and it is capable of supporting only one strut bar P. Specifically speaking, for example, it is preferably a square with a thickness t = 4 mm and a side length of 40 mm.

[0013] Each multi-guide mechanism 2 has a plurality of annular protrusions 21, 22, 23 arranged concentrically. Specifically speaking, the multi-guide mechanism 2 of this embodiment is composed of the innermost first annular protrusion 21, the central second annular protrusion 22, and the outermost third annular protrusion 23.

[0014] Therefore, the outer diameter R1 of the first annular protrusion 21, the outer diameter R2 of the second annular protrusion 22, and the outer diameter R3 of the third annular protrusion 23 satisfy the relationship R1 < R2 < R3. Specifically speaking, for example, it is preferably R1 = 10 mm, R2 = 24 mm, and R3 = 34 mm.

[0015] Furthermore, as shown in Fig. 3, the heights of the annular protrusions 21, 22, 23 of the multi-guide mechanism 2 are configured to be lower on the inner side and higher on the outer side. That is, the height H1 of the first annular protrusion 21, the height H2 of the second annular protrusion 22, and the height H3 of the third annular protrusion 23 satisfy the relationship H1 < H2 < H3. Specifically speaking, for example, it is preferably H1 = 4 mm, H2 = 10 mm, and H3 = 18 mm.

[0016] (First Modified Example: 1x6 Configuration) Next, the configuration of the (1x6) rectangular medium plate-shaped strut bar fall prevention member 1A of the first modified example will be described using Figs. 4 to 6. As shown in Fig. 4, the strut bar fall prevention member 1A of this modified example includes a surface 11 that contacts the strut bar P and a back surface 12 that contacts the surface (inner surface) of the wall or shelf, and a multi-guide mechanism 2 corresponding to the outer diameters of the ends of the plurality of strut bars P is provided on the surface 11.

[0017] And as shown in FIG. 5, the strut bar fall prevention member 1A of this modified example is formed in a rectangular shape as a whole, and six multi-guide mechanisms 2 are provided side by side. That is, it is a (1x6) (1 row and 6 columns or 6 rows and 1 column) multi-guide mechanism 2, ···, and can support up to six strut bars P, ···. Specifically, for example, it is preferably a rectangle with a thickness t = 4 mm, a short side of 55 mm, and a long side of 280 mm.

[0018] Each multi-guide mechanism 2 has a plurality of annular protrusions 21, 22, 23 arranged concentrically, similar to the embodiment. Specifically, the multi-guide mechanism 2 of this embodiment is composed of the innermost first annular protrusion 21, the central second annular protrusion 22, and the outermost third annular protrusion 23.

[0019] Therefore, the outer diameter R1 of the first annular protrusion 21, the outer diameter R2 of the second annular protrusion 22, and the outer diameter R3 of the third annular protrusion 23 satisfy the relationship R1 < R2 < R3. Specifically, for example, it is preferably R1 = 10 mm, R2 = 24 mm, and R3 = 34 mm.

[0020] Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 6, the heights of the annular protrusions 21, 22, 23 of the multi-guide mechanism 2 are configured to be lower on the inner side and higher on the outer side. That is, the height H1 of the first annular protrusion 21, the height H2 of the second annular protrusion 22, and the height H3 of the third annular protrusion 23 satisfy the relationship H1 < H2 < H3. Specifically, for example, it is preferably H1 = 4 mm, H2 = 10 mm, and H3 = 18 mm.

[0021] (Second Modified Example: 6x6 Configuration) Next, the configuration of the (6x6) square large plate-shaped strut fall prevention member 1B of the second modified example will be described using FIGS. 7 to 9. As shown in FIG. 7, the strut fall prevention member 1B of this modified example includes a surface 11 that contacts the strut P and a back surface 12 that contacts the surface (inner surface) of the wall or shelf. A multi-guide mechanism 2 corresponding to the outer diameters of the ends of the plurality of struts P is provided on the surface 11.

[0022] And as shown in FIG. 8, the strut fall prevention member 1B of this modified example is formed in a square as a whole, and 36 multi-guide mechanisms 2 are provided side by side vertically and horizontally. That is, it is a (6x6) (6 rows and 6 columns) multi-guide mechanism 2,..., and can support up to 36 struts P,.... Specifically, for example, it is preferably a square with a thickness t = 4 mm and a side length of 280 mm.

[0023] Each multi-guide mechanism 2 has a plurality of annular protrusions 21, 22, 23 arranged concentrically, similar to the embodiment. Specifically, the multi-guide mechanism 2 of this embodiment is composed of the innermost first annular protrusion 21, the central second annular protrusion 22, and the outermost third annular protrusion 23.

[0024] Therefore, the outer diameter R1 of the first annular protrusion 21, the outer diameter R2 of the second annular protrusion 22, and the outer diameter R3 of the third annular protrusion 23 satisfy the relationship R1 < R2 < R3. Specifically, for example, it is preferably R1 = 10 mm, R2 = 24 mm, and R3 = 34 mm.

[0025] Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 9, the heights of the annular protrusions 21, 22, 23 of the multi-guide mechanism 2 are configured to be lower on the inner side and higher on the outer side. That is, the height H1 of the first annular protrusion 21, the height H2 of the second annular protrusion 22, and the height H3 of the third annular protrusion 23 satisfy the relationship H1 < H2 < H3. Specifically, for example, it is preferably H1 = 4 mm, H2 = 10 mm, and H3 = 18 mm.

[0026] (action) Next, the usage state of the tension rod fall prevention members 1, 1A, and 1B will be described with reference to FIGS.

[0027] First, the operation of the multi-guide mechanism 2 will be explained using Figures 10(a) to 10(c). When the end of the tension rod P has a relatively small diameter, as shown in Figure 10(a), the end face of the rubber of the tension rod P abuts against the top surface of the first annular protrusion 21, and the side face of the rubber of the tension rod P is guided by the inner surface of the second annular protrusion 22.

[0028] If the end of the tension rod P has a relatively large diameter, as shown in Figure 10(b), the end face of the rubber of the tension rod P abuts against the top surface of the second annular protrusion 22, and the side face of the rubber of the tension rod P is guided by the inner surface of the third annular protrusion portion 23.

[0029] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 10(c), by removing the rubber from the end of the tension rod P, it is possible to fit the cylindrical tension rod P into the (first) annular protrusion 21 (22, 23). In this way, the tension rod fall prevention device 1 can be applied to tension rods P with a large diameter that can fit into the outer diameter of the third annular protrusion 23 at most. Below, we will explain how to use the tension rod fall prevention device 1 in the order of the embodiment (Figure 11), first modified example (Figures 12 and 13), and second modified example (Figure 14).

[0030] The tension rod fall prevention members 1, 1 of the embodiment are attached to opposing surfaces of a wall or shelf in positions that exactly face each other using double-sided tape, as shown in Figure 11. In other words, by measuring the position of the tension rod fall prevention member 1 before installing the tension rod P, the tension rod P can be positioned accurately.

[0031] Then, one end of the tension rod P is brought into contact with one of the tension rod fall prevention members 1, 1 installed opposite each other, and the tension rod P is rotated to gradually extend it, and the other end applies a pressing force to the other tension rod fall prevention member 1 to tension it. In reality, the tension rod P can also be installed in multiple stages by using multiple stages of tension rod fall prevention members 1, ... as shown in the figure.

[0032] As shown in Figures 11 and 12, the tension rod fall prevention member 1A of the first modified example is installed (using double-sided tape or the like) in positions that are exactly opposite each other on opposing surfaces of a wall or shelf. In other words, by installing the tension rod fall prevention member 1A inside the shelf or the like before installing the tension rod P, it is possible to accurately position the tension rod P. In this case, as shown in the figures, by aligning the long side along the longitudinal direction (vertical direction) and abutting one of the short sides against the bottom plate of the shelf or the like, it is possible to prevent the tension rod P and tension rod fall prevention member 1A from slipping off.

[0033] Then, one end of the tension rod P is brought into contact with one of the tension rod fall prevention members 1A, 1A installed opposite each other, and the tension rod P is rotated to gradually extend it, and the other end applies a pressing force to the other tension rod fall prevention member 1A to tension it. In practice, by using, for example, two of the multiple multi-guide mechanisms 2, ..., it is possible to install multiple tiers of tension rods P.

[0034] In addition, by using multiple sets of tension rod fall prevention members 1A, ..., a square-shaped tension rod alignment system S can be constructed, as shown in FIG. 13(a). With this square-shaped configuration, even if a relatively heavy load is placed on the tension rod P, the load can be supported by the tension rod alignment system S. Similarly, as shown in FIG. 13(b), a π-shaped tension rod alignment system S can be constructed. With this π-shaped configuration, even if a relatively heavy load is placed on the tension rod P, the load can be supported by the tension rod alignment system S.

[0035] 14(a) and 14(b), the tension rod fall prevention member 1B of the second modified example is installed (using double-sided tape, etc.) in positions that exactly face each other on opposing surfaces of a wall or shelf. In other words, by installing the tension rod fall prevention member 1B inside the shelf, etc., before installing the tension rod P, it is possible to accurately position the tension rod P. In this case, by abutting one side against the bottom plate of the shelf, etc., as shown in the figure, and the other side against the back plate of the shelf, etc., it is possible to easily position the tension rod P and tension rod fall prevention member 1B while preventing the tension rod P from slipping off.

[0036] Then, while one end of the tension rod P is abutted against one of the tension rod fall prevention members 1B, 1B installed opposite each other, the tension rod P is rotated to gradually extend, and the other end applies a pressing force to the other tension rod fall prevention member 1B to tension it. In practice, it is possible to install multiple levels of tension rods P by using, for example, two rows (12 units) of multiple multi-guide mechanisms 2,... In this case, it is of course possible to receive the tension rod P inside the annular protrusions 21-23 of the multi-guide mechanism 2, but it is also possible to position and prevent displacement by placing the tension rod P between the annular protrusions 23, 23 on the outermost edges of adjacent multi-guide mechanisms 2 (areas surrounded by dotted lines in Figure 14(b)).

[0037] (effect) Next, the effects of the tension rod fall prevention member 1 (1A, 1B) and tension rod alignment system S of this embodiment will be listed and explained.

[0038] (1) As described above, the tension rod fall prevention member 1 (1A, 1B) of this embodiment comprises a base portion 10 having a surface 11 that contacts the tension rod P and a back surface 12 that contacts the surface of a wall or shelf, and the surface 11 is provided with a multi-guide mechanism 2 that corresponds to the multiple outer diameters of the end of the tension rod P. With this configuration, the provision of the multi-guide mechanism 2 makes it possible to prevent tension rods P of multiple outer diameters from falling.

[0039] (2) Furthermore, since the multi-guide mechanism 2 is configured as multiple annular protrusions 21, 22, and 23 arranged concentrically, the tension rod fall prevention member 1 (1A, 1B) can be made smaller and an efficient arrangement can be achieved.

[0040] (3) Specifically, the multi-guide mechanism 2 is configured as triple annular protrusions 21, 22, and 23, and is therefore capable of accommodating tension rods P of up to six different outer diameters and preventing them from falling.

[0041] (4) The outer diameters of the triple annular protrusions 21, 22, and 23 of this multi-guide mechanism 2 are, from the inside out, R1 = 10 mm, R2 = 24 mm, and R3 = 34 mm, making it easy to accommodate commercially available tension rods P of various outer diameters.

[0042] (5) Furthermore, the base portion 10 is formed as a long, narrow rectangle with long and short sides, and by providing multiple multi-guide mechanisms 2,... in a row along the long side, it is possible to configure, for example, a tension rod fall prevention member 1A with one row and six columns. In this way, as shown in Figures 13(a) and 13(b), tension rod fall prevention members 1A can be combined vertically and horizontally, allowing heavier loads to be placed on the tension rod P.

[0043] (6) Furthermore, the base 10 is formed in a square shape, and multiple multi-guide mechanisms 2 are arranged in multiple columns and multiple rows, thereby making it possible to configure a tension rod fall prevention member 1B with, for example, 6 rows and 6 columns. In this way, as shown in Figure 14, the tension rod fall prevention member 1B can be placed inside a commercially available shelf, allowing for a variety of tension rod P arrangements.

[0044] (7) Furthermore, the tension rod alignment system S of this embodiment is composed of multiple sets of first tension rod fall prevention members 1A,... described in (5) above, which are erected along opposing inner walls of the shelf, and one set of second tension rod fall prevention members 1A,... described in (5) above, which are suspended approximately horizontally over the multiple sets of first tension rod fall prevention members 1A,... With this configuration, as shown in Figures 13(a) and 13(b), tension rod fall prevention members 1A can be combined vertically and horizontally, making it possible to place heavier loads on the tension rods P.

[0045] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above in detail with reference to the drawings, the specific configuration is not limited to this embodiment, and design changes that do not deviate from the gist of the present invention are included in the present invention.

[0046] For example, the specific thickness, width, and length of the tension rod fall prevention members 1, 1A, and 1B may be any values. Furthermore, in the embodiment, the tension rod alignment system S on one side is configured in a square shape or a π shape, but this is not limited to this.

[0047] Although not explained in the embodiment, by using the tension rod alignment system S of this embodiment, it is possible to conceal stored items and prevent dust by attaching curtains, towels, etc. to the tension rods P.

[0048] Furthermore, for example, by using the tension rod alignment system S of this embodiment, it is possible to hang heavy hangers (clothes) or panels (pictures). Furthermore, although not shown, by using the tension rod alignment system S of this embodiment, the tension rods P are less likely to slip off, so the dead space in a closet can easily be used as a closet.

[0049] Although not described in the embodiment, as shown in Figure 15, the multi-guide mechanisms 2 of the 1x6 tension rod fall prevention member (1A) can also be configured to be embedded in the base portion 10. In other words, in this tension rod fall prevention member 1C, the outside of the outermost third annular protrusion 23 of the multi-guide mechanism 2 is configured to be embedded.

[0050] Furthermore, although not described in the examples, as shown in Figure 16, it is also possible to form side walls 13 around the outer periphery of the base 10 of the 6x6 tension rod fall prevention member (1B) so as to surround the group of multi-guide mechanisms 2. In this tension rod fall prevention member 1D, by forming the side walls 13, it is possible to position tension rods P between the outermost multi-guide mechanisms 2, etc. and the outer side walls 13.

[0051] Although not described in the embodiment, as shown in Figure 17, the multi-guide mechanisms 2 of the 6x6 tension rod fall prevention member (1B) can also be configured to be embedded in the base portion 10. In other words, in this tension rod fall prevention member 1E, the outside of the outermost third annular protrusion 23 of the multi-guide mechanism 2 is configured to be embedded. [Explanation of symbols]

[0052] S tension rod alignment system P tension rod 1, 1A, 1B Tension rod fall prevention member 1C, 1D, 1E Tension rod fall prevention parts 10 Base 11 Surface 12 Back side 13 Side wall 2 Multi-guide mechanism 21 First annular protrusion 22 Second annular protrusion 23 Third annular protrusion R1 Outer diameter of the first annular protrusion R2 Outer diameter of the second annular protrusion R3 Outer diameter of the third annular protrusion H1 Height of the first annular protrusion H2 Height of the second annular protrusion H3 Height of the third annular protrusion

Claims

1. A base portion having a surface that contacts the tension rod and a back surface that contacts the surface of the wall or shelf, A tension rod fall prevention member in which a multi-guide mechanism corresponding to multiple outer diameters of the end of the tension rod is provided on the surface.

2. 2. The tension rod fall prevention member according to claim 1, wherein the multi-guide mechanism is configured as a plurality of annular protrusions arranged concentrically.

3. 3. The tension rod fall prevention member according to claim 2, wherein the multi-guide mechanism is configured as a triple annular protrusion.

4. 4. The tension rod fall prevention member according to claim 3, wherein the outer diameters of the triple annular projections of the multi-guide mechanism are 10 mm, 24 mm, and 34 mm, respectively, from the inside.

5. The base portion is formed as a rectangle having long and short sides, 5. The tension rod fall prevention member according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of multi-guide mechanisms are provided in a row along the long side.

6. The base portion is formed as a square, 5. The tension rod fall prevention member according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of multi-guide mechanisms are provided in a plurality of columns and a plurality of rows.

7. A plurality of sets of the first tension rod fall prevention members according to claim 5 are erected along opposing inner walls of the shelf; A tension rod alignment system comprising: a set of second tension rod fall prevention members according to claim 5, suspended approximately horizontally over a plurality of sets of first tension rod fall prevention members.

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