Cone bar erection structure

Abstract

The goal is to first draw attention to the road cone, which serves to attract the viewer's gaze, and then guide their eyes to the "information display medium" posted on top of the cone, thereby ensuring that important information, such as warnings and announcements, is reliably and effectively communicated to pedestrians and vehicles. [Solution] The "cone bar erection structure" of the present invention uses a road cone 10 equipped with a conical main body 11 as a base, erects a cone bar 20 to serve as a support column, and displays an information display medium 30 by suspending it from the bar. The information display medium 30 can be displayed using a known road cone 10 and cone bar 20, and the information display medium 30 can be displayed at an easily visible height.

Description

【Technical Field】 【0001】 The present invention relates to conical road cones (so-called "Color Cones (registered trademark)") and cone bars used in roads, parking lots, construction sites, event venues, commercial facilities, etc. 【Background Art】 【0002】 (Characteristics of Road Cones) Due to its conical shape, a road cone has the characteristic that it can be uniformly recognized from any angle and from a distance. Furthermore, it is easy to install and can ensure high visibility just by placing it, without requiring special preparations. In addition, it is compact and easy to carry, and can be stored by stacking, so the storage space can be minimized (see FIG. 5 of Patent Document 1). 【Prior Art Documents】 【Patent Documents】 【0003】 【Patent Document 1】 Utility Model Registration No. 3143580 Gazette 【Summary of the Invention】 【Problems to be Solved by the Invention】 【0004】 In places where such road cones are installed, many people naturally recognize that "something is happening" and tend to pay attention. This is very effective from the perspective of ensuring the safety of the surrounding area and providing information, and can be said to be optimal as a landmark for providing information such as attracting attention. 【0005】 (Gist of the Present Invention by the Inventor) Taking advantage of this high degree of attention, the inventor of the present application focused on the fact that by attaching an "information display medium" equivalent to a signboard using a cone bar to the upper part of the road cone, it becomes possible to clearly provide information to pedestrians, vehicles, etc. In other words, by first drawing attention to the road cone, which plays the role of attracting attention, the gaze then moves to the "information display medium" posted on top of the road cone, ensuring that important content such as warnings and information is conveyed reliably and effectively. 【0006】 (Differences from existing products) Until now, in addition to the usual bi-fold signs, panel stands (which are called by various names such as stand signs, display stands, and banner stands) have been used as warning signs. However, the inventor's "road cone + cone bar + information display medium" has the following differences compared to conventional panel stands and signs. (1) Structure: Conventional panel stands and signs have a structure in which the display surface is supported by legs that are placed on the ground. The present inventor's road cone + cone bar + information display medium has a structure in which the display surface is suspended and supported from the cone bar. (2) Stability: Conventional panel stands and signs have the drawback of being easily affected by wind and prone to falling over, so countermeasures such as preparing additional weights are necessary. The present inventor's road cone + cone bar + information display medium allows multiple road cones to be stacked (since multiple road cones are already used on site, these can be utilized), which naturally increases the weight and ensures stability without the need for additional weights. (3) Installation location: Conventional panel stands and signs are designed for use on flat surfaces. The present inventor's road cone + cone bar + information display medium is a road cone originally used in construction sites with uneven surfaces, and therefore can be installed even in uneven locations. (4) Visibility: Conventional panel stands and signs have the problem of being installed at a low position and being difficult to see. The present inventor's road cone + cone bar + information display medium employs a structure that suspends from the cone bar, allowing for adjustment of the display position. Setting it at a higher position provides excellent visibility and makes it easier to see. (5)Applications: Traditional panel stands and signs are products primarily designed for displaying information. The present inventor's road cone + cone bar + information display medium can serve a wide range of applications because, in addition to its information display function, it can also simultaneously fulfill roles such as regulating and dividing areas. (6) Conclusion: The present inventor's road cone + cone bar + information display medium is superior to conventional panel stands and signs in terms of "stability," "adaptability to installation locations," "visibility," and "versatility of use." [Means for solving the problem] 【0007】 The present inventor has completed the following invention relating to "road cone + cone bar + information display medium". The first invention of the present invention is a cone bar erection structure characterized by having a cone bar, which is a rod-shaped body, erected on a road cone to serve as a support column, and an information display medium being suspended from it. Here, "cone bar" includes not only the so-called "cone bars" that are installed between the main bodies of road cones, but also simple rod-shaped bodies that are not installed between the main bodies of road cones. It also includes extendable rods. The second invention is a cone bar erection structure according to the first invention, characterized in that the cone bar is inserted into an opening formed at the top of the main body of the road cone to erect the cone bar. The third invention is a cone bar erection structure according to the second invention, characterized in that it includes an insertion aid that is attached to an opening formed at the top of the main body of the road cone, and the insertion aid has an insertion opening into which the cone bar is inserted and a guide portion that surrounds it in the longitudinal direction. The fourth invention is a cone bar erection structure according to the second invention, comprising an insertion aid consisting of a female member to be attached to an opening formed at the top of the main body of the road cone and a male member to be attached to a cone bar that is inserted into the female member, wherein the insertion aid is characterized in that the female member and the male member fit together. The fifth invention is a cone bar erection structure according to the first invention, characterized in that the cone bar is locked to a locking portion formed on the side of the main body of the road cone to erect the cone bar. [Effects of the Invention] 【0008】 The present invention has the following effects. (1) By erecting a cone bar on a road cone, a cone bar structure can be constructed using the road cone as a base and the cone bar as a support, using the well-known road cone and cone bar that are used in various situations such as roads, parking lots, and construction sites. The road cone itself attracts attention, and by moving the gaze to the "information display medium" posted on top of it, necessary information such as text, symbols, photographs, and illustrations displayed on the information display medium can be conveyed. (2) The cone bar can be erected by inserting it into the opening formed at the top of the road cone body. (3) The road cone body is equipped with an insertion aid that can be attached to an opening formed at the top of the main body, and the insertion aid has an insertion opening into which the cone bar is inserted and a guide portion that surrounds it in the longitudinal direction, thereby stabilizing the erection of the cone bar and allowing it to function as a support column. (4) The road cone body is equipped with an insertion aid consisting of a female member that is attached to an opening formed at the top of the main body and a male member that is attached to the cone bar that is inserted into the female member. When the female member and male member of the insertion aid are fitted together, the erection of the cone bar becomes more stable and it can function as a support column. (5) By locking the cone bar to the locked portion formed on the side surface of the load cone main body and standing the cone bar upright, even in the case of a closed-end type load cone having no opening formed at the top of the load cone main body, the cone bar can be constructed as a support column. 【Brief Description of the Drawings】 【0009】 [Figure 1] An explanatory drawing for explaining the concept of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" according to the present invention. [Figure 2] An explanatory drawing for explaining the first embodiment of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" according to the present invention. [Figure 3] An explanatory drawing for explaining the second embodiment of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" according to the present invention. [Figure 4] An explanatory drawing for explaining the third embodiment of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" according to the present invention. [Figure 5] An explanatory drawing for explaining the fourth embodiment of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" according to the present invention. 【Modes for Carrying Out the Invention】 【0010】 Hereinafter, the concept and embodiments of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" according to the present invention will be described based on the drawings. In the present embodiment, as the cone bar, a so-called "cone bar" (having fitting portions at both ends) installed between the main body portions of the load cones is used. Note that the embodiments described below are examples of the present invention and are not limited thereto. 【0011】 First, the concept of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 1. FIG. 1(a) is an external view of the "erecting structure of the cone bar", and FIG. 1(b) is a structural view in which a part (information display medium) of the "erecting structure of the cone bar" is made transparent. As shown in the diagram, the "cone bar erection structure" uses a road cone 10 with a conical main body 11 as a base, erects a cone bar 20 to serve as a support column, and displays the information display medium 30 by suspending it from the bar. Since the information display medium 30 can be displayed using a known road cone 10 and cone bar 20, and the information display medium 30 can be displayed at a height that is easily visible, it is possible to provide an information display medium 30 with high information transmission effectiveness using very common equipment (road cone 10 and cone bar 20) rather than specialized equipment. 【0012】 Next, Figure 2 will illustrate the first embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" according to the present invention. As shown in the figure, the first embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" involves inserting the cone bar 20 into an opening 12 formed at the top of the main body 11 of the road cone 10, thereby erecting the cone bar 20. In this case, the end of the cone bar 20 has an annular fitting portion provided for the purpose of fitting into the main body 11 of the road cone 10. This fitting portion is either removed from the cone bar 20 or formed from a flexible and deformable material, so that the cone bar 20 can be inserted into the opening 12. 【0013】 Furthermore, Figure 3 illustrates a second embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" according to the present invention. As shown in the figure, the second embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" includes an insertion aid 40 that is attached to an opening 12 formed at the top of the main body 11 of the road cone 10. The insertion aid 40 is fixed to the top of the main body 11 of the road cone 10 by screws or adhesive. This insertion aid 40 has an insertion opening 42 that allows the cone bar 20 to be inserted, and a guide portion 41 that surrounds the cone bar 20 in the longitudinal direction. As a result, the cone bar 20 inserted through the insertion opening 42 of the insertion aid 40 is stabilized in an upright position by the guide portion 41, and an information display medium (not shown) can be displayed in a stable position as a support column. 【0014】 Furthermore, Figure 4 illustrates a third embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" according to the present invention. As shown in Figure 4(a), the third embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" includes an insertion aid 50 consisting of a female member 53 that is attached to an opening 12 formed at the top of the main body 11 of the road cone 10, and a male member 57 that is attached to a cone bar 20 that is inserted into the insertion opening 54 of the female member 53. Here, the male member 57 is fixed to the cone bar 20 with screws or adhesive after the fitting portion 21 is removed from the cone bar 20. The female member 53 is also fixed to the top of the main body 11 of the road cone 10 with screws or adhesive. 【0015】 As shown in Figure 4(b), the insertion aid 50 ensures a secure connection between the inserted cone bar 20 and the road cone 10 through the fitting of the female member 53 and the male member 57. As a result, the cone bar remains stable in its upright position, allowing information display media (not shown) to be displayed in a stable position as a support column. Furthermore, it is preferable that the female member 53 and the male member 57 are fitted together in a detachable structure by the male member 57 rotating laterally or moving vertically. 【0016】 Finally, Figure 5 illustrates a fourth embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" according to the present invention. In the first embodiment described above, an opening 12 was formed at the top of the main body 11 of the road cone 10 (open type), but in the fourth embodiment, the road cone 10 is a closed type in which no opening is formed at the top of the main body 11 of the road cone 10. 【0017】 As shown in the figure, the fourth embodiment of the "cone bar erection structure" is equipped with a locking device 60 having a locking portion 61 on the top (closed-mouth type) of the main body portion 11 of the road cone 10, and a locking device 65 that locks to the locking portion 61 on the cone bar 20. The locking device 60 then locks the locking device 65 of the cone bar 20 to the locking portion 61 formed on the side surface of the main body portion 11, thereby erecting the cone bar 20. This allows the cone bar 20 to be used as a support column to display information display media (not shown). In Figure 5, the locking portion 61 is formed on the side surface of the main body 11 by attaching the locking device 60 to the main body 11. However, the locking portion 61 may also be formed directly on the side surface of the main body 11 by drilling or slitting. [Industrial applicability] 【0018】 The "cone bar erection structure" of the present invention can be widely used as a technology for displaying various information display media such as sheet-like or panel-like materials. [Explanation of symbols] 【0019】 10 Road cones 11 Main body 12 Openings 20 Cone Bar 21 Fitting part 30 Information posting media 40 Insertion aid 41 Guide section 42 outlets 50 Insertion aid 53 Female component 54 outlets 57 Male member 60 Locked tool 61 Locked part 65 Locking device

Claims

[Claim 1] A cone bar erection structure characterized by inserting a rod-shaped cone bar into an opening formed at the top of the cone body, which has a cone-shaped main body, so that the cone bar supports the cone bar, thereby erecting the cone bar as a support column, and suspending information display media from it. [Claim 2] The cone bar erection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that it is provided with an insertion aid that is attached to an opening formed at the top of the main body of the road cone, the insertion aid having an insertion opening for inserting the cone bar and a guide portion that surrounds it in the longitudinal direction. [Claim 3] The cone bar erection structure according to claim 1, comprising an insertion aid consisting of a female member to be attached to an opening formed at the top of the main body of the road cone and a male member to be attached to a cone bar that is inserted into the female member, wherein the insertion aid is characterized in that the female member and the male member fit together. [Claim 4] A cone bar erection structure characterized by the fact that a rod-shaped cone bar is attached to a locking portion formed on the side of the main body of a road cone, which has a cone-shaped main body, thereby supporting the cone bar and erecting it as a support column, and information display media are displayed by suspending them from this column.

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