Adjustable Trouser Ironing Tongs

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of textile care equipment and specifically concerns an adjustable trouser ironing tong that ensures the proper alignment and fixation of trouser legs during ironing, and the creation of a symmetrical ironing line. The invention consists of an upper compression lever (1), a lower compression lever (2), heat-resistant compression pads (3), an adjustment groove (4), an adjustment screw (5), an anti-slip contact surface (6), a hinge connection (7), and a stepped locking and adjustment mechanism (8). Thanks to the adjustment groove (4) and the adjustment screw (5), the compression opening can be adjusted to different trouser leg widths, while the stepped locking and adjustment mechanism (8) ensures that the appropriate compression force is applied according to the fabric thickness. The heat-resistant compression pads (3) on the compression levers prevent damage to the fabric during ironing, while the anti-slip contact surfaces (6) ensure that the trouser leg remains fixed throughout ironing, preventing the ironing line from being distorted. The hinge connection (7) provides ease of use by allowing the device to be opened and closed in a controlled manner.Thanks to this invention, trousers of different sizes and leg widths can be ironed with a single device, preventing fabric slippage, improving the accuracy of the crease, and shortening ironing time. Furthermore, the device is portable, ergonomic, economical, and suitable for mass production, making it ideal for home users, dry cleaning businesses, garment manufacturing facilities, hotels, and professional ironing service providers. The proposed adjustable trouser ironing tongs address the shortcomings of existing ironing aids by providing secure fastening on different fabric types. This is a new and innovative industrial-grade ironing aid with a compression mechanism. This invention ensures smooth, symmetrical, and high-quality ironing of trouser legs, offering the user time savings, ease of use, and consistent ironing quality.

Description

1 TARIFF Adjustable Trouser Ironing Tongs A-TECHNICAL FIELD This invention relates to the technical field of textile care and ironing equipment; specifically, trousers. 5 that ensures even ironing of hems, creases, and fabric surfaces. This relates to adjustable trouser ironing tongs. The invention can adapt to variables such as different body sizes, fabric thicknesses, and trouser styles. Ironing trousers with an ironing attachment that has an adjustable compression mechanism. ensuring it stays in place, maintaining the ironing line, and that both legs are symmetrical. It is intended to facilitate ironing. 10 More specifically, the invention features a movable and adjustable jaw structure, a locking mechanism, and heat resistance. Durable body elements, non-slip contact surfaces, and trousers in different widths. It includes an ironing tongs with an adjustment system that can adapt to different trouser leg sizes. The invention is suitable for household ironing applications as well as dry cleaning businesses, textile workshops, garment manufacturing plants, hotels, laundries and 15 offering professional ironing services Suitable for use in all areas, it shortens ironing time and improves ironing quality. to improve, reduce user errors and achieve a standard ironing line on trousers It aims to... In this respect, the invention falls within the technical field of textile care equipment and ironing auxiliary devices. The area relates to 20 trouser ironing devices with an adjustable mechanical compression system. It is a new and industrially viable solution. B-STATE OF THE TECHNOLOGY Nowadays, household irons, steam ironing systems, and other types of irons are used for ironing trousers. Tables and professional pressing machines are widely used. Trouser legs Ensuring proper alignment and creating a sharp crease is largely up to the user. 25 It depends on experience. Especially with classic fabric trousers, the crease should be even on both legs. Proper creation takes time, and often the desired quality cannot be achieved. 2 In current practices, users manually align trouser legs during ironing. Various latches, clips, or weights are used to prevent the fabric from slipping. However, these assistive devices are unable to accommodate different trouser sizes, as the fabric... It may not securely fasten or may leave marks on the fabric. The trouser press machines used in professional dry cleaning businesses are high-quality 5 Although they can provide ironing, these systems are expensive, bulky, and require fixed installations. These are pieces of equipment that require extra effort and are not economical for home users. Furthermore, these machines... It is not portable and does not offer a suitable solution for individual use. Various ironing accessories found in the literature are generally manufactured with a fixed width. It is designed to fit only specific trouser sizes. The trouser leg opening is 10 adjustable according to width, providing secure compression for different fabric thicknesses, and Products with a practical mechanism that prevents the fabric from slipping during ironing are quite popular. It is limited. The main technical shortcomings observed in current solutions are summarized below:  Inability to adapt to different body sizes and leg widths, 15  The ironing line is disrupted due to the fabric slipping during ironing,  Marks formed as a result of excessive pressure applied to the fabric,  The difficulty of aligning both legs symmetrically,  Manual alignment processes that waste the user's time,  Lack of a portable and economical assistive device, 20  Due to the inability to adjust the fastening force, the same effect is achieved on thin and thick fabrics. Failure to achieve the desired performance. For these reasons, adjustable compression that can accommodate different pant sizes. It has a mechanism that secures the fabric without damaging it, ensuring a smooth ironing line. 25 for a new trouser ironing device that makes things easier, is portable, economical and easy to use. It is needed. The proposed adjustable trouser ironing tongs address the issues encountered in current technology. Developed to address these shortcomings, it features an adjustable jaw structure and controlled clamping. its mechanism, heat-resistant body, non-slip contact surfaces, and different trouser leg styles Thanks to its structure that can adapt to the dimensions, it offers significant technical advantages compared to existing systems. 3 It offers advantages. With these features, the invention is suitable for both home users and professionals. A practical, economical, and industrially viable solution for businesses offering ironing services. It offers. C- TECHNICAL PROBLEMS THAT THE INVENTION AIMS TO SOLVE This invention addresses the technical issues encountered in existing trouser ironing methods and auxiliary devices. It was developed to address shortcomings, especially in terms of different body sizes and fabric characteristics. It has an adjustable feature that will allow the trousers to be ironed neatly, symmetrically and quickly. It aims to offer ironing tongs. The main technical problems encountered in the current technology are explained below: 1. Problem with not being able to adapt to different pant sizes 10 Most known ironing accessories are manufactured in standard sizes. Therefore, the same applies to trousers with different leg widths, sizes, and fabric thicknesses. The device cannot be used effectively. 2. The Problem of Fabric Slipping During Ironing Movement of trouser legs during ironing can disrupt the crease and cause wrinkles. This leads to the formation of irregularities and loss of symmetry, especially in thin and slippery fabrics. This problem is becoming more apparent. 3. Failure to Create an Even Ironing Line Because the trouser legs couldn't be perfectly aligned, each leg was ironed differently. Lines can form, and a professional look cannot be achieved. 20 4. The Problem of Fabric Damage Because existing latches or fastening devices often apply a uniform clamping force. It can leave marks on thin fabrics, while it doesn't provide sufficient fixation on thick fabrics. It is unable to provide this. 4 5. Time Loss Due to Manual Alignment Users constantly manually straighten and align trouser legs before ironing. This situation necessitates prolonging the ironing time and reducing user comfort. It reduces. 6. Failure to Achieve the Same Performance with Different Fabric Thicknesses 5 Since denim, linen, wool, cotton, and synthetic fabrics have different thicknesses, the available fasteners may vary. The systems are not able to work effectively on all fabric types. 7. Lack of Portable and Economical Solutions Professional trouser press machines are expensive, heavy, and stationary systems. Home There is no practical, portable, and economical alternative available for users. 10 8. User-Induced Ironing Errors Problems such as trouser legs becoming misaligned, or the fabric stretching or slipping during ironing. For these reasons, user errors are increasing, and the same quality cannot be achieved with every ironing session. 9. Lack of Ergonomic Use Most of the currently available assistive devices have an ergonomic design that allows for easy one-handed use. This is not the case. This situation causes difficulties in use and increases processing time. The Technical Solution Provided by the Invention The Adjustable Trouser Ironing Tongs developed within the scope of this invention; • Adjustable jaw mechanism that can adapt to different leg widths,  Locking system providing controlled clamping force, 20 • Heat-resistant body structure,  Non-slip and non-marking contact surfaces of the fabric,  ergonomic handle, • Easy-to-open and close mechanical structure,  Portable and lightweight body design 25 thanks to this, all or a significant portion of the technical problems mentioned above can be eliminated. It removes. Thus, the invention ensures that trousers are securely fastened during ironing, maintaining the crease line. It ensures a smooth and symmetrical finish, shortens ironing time, and is reliable on different fabric types. ensuring usability and practicality for both home users and professional businesses, 5 It aims to offer an economically and industrially viable solution. D-EXPLANATION OF THE IMAGES The technical drawings prepared to help better understand the patented invention are shown below. It has been explained. Figure 1: Adjustable clamping position of the adjustable trouser iron at 10° It shows the perspective view. Figure 2: Perspective view of the adjustable trouser iron from the opposite side. It shows. Figure 3: Side view of the adjustable trouser iron in the open position. It shows. 15 Figure 4: Shows a top view of the adjustable trouser ironing tongs. Figure 5: Shows the bottom view of the adjustable trouser ironing tongs. Figure 6: Top view of the adjustable trouser iron in the closed position. It shows. Figure 7: Shows the front view of the adjustable trouser ironing tongs. 20 Figure 8: Shows the rear view of the adjustable trouser iron. Figure 9: Adjustable trouser ironing tongs placed over the trouser leg. It shows the perspective view in the usage situation. 6 REFERENCE NUMBERS Reference Number Part Name 1. Upper clamping lever 2 Lower clamping levers 3 Heat-resistant compression pads 4-inch groove Adjustment screw (tightening adjustment knob) 6. Non-slip contact surface. 7. Hinge connection 8-stage locking and adjustment mechanism. EXPLANATION OF THE E-MEETING The invention enables trouser legs to remain in a smooth, symmetrical and fixed position during ironing. The invention relates to an adjustable trouser ironing tong that allows for holding the trousers in place. adaptable to various trouser sizes, leg widths, and fabric thicknesses. Thanks to an adjustable clamping mechanism, ironing is faster, easier, and more efficient. It aims to be carried out with higher quality. In the example application form shown in the figures, the invention consists of an upper clamping lever (1), a lower 10 compression lever (2), heat-resistant compression pads (3), adjustment groove (4), adjustment screw (5), anti-slip contact surface (6), hinge connection (7) and stepped locking and consists of an adjustment mechanism (8). The joint connection (7) between the upper clamping lever (1) and the lower clamping lever (2) is located in the rear section. Thanks to this, they are movably connected to each other. Thus, the clamping arms can be opened and closed 15 It can be closed, and the trouser leg can be easily inserted into the device. 7 There is a longitudinal adjustment groove (4) on the upper clamping lever (1). This groove The adjustment screw (5) that moves inside changes the position of the upper arm relative to the lower arm. This allows the user to change the position of the upper arm by loosening the adjustment screw. Once the desired compression width is achieved, tighten the adjustment screw to select the position. It can be fixed in place. 5 The stepped locking and adjustment mechanism (8) located on the lower clamping lever (2) can be used for different It provides controlled compression force for various leg widths and fabric thicknesses. Thanks to the mechanism, the clamping force does not remain at a single level but is adjusted according to the user's needs. It is adjustable. 10 located on the lower surface of the upper clamping arm (1) and on the upper surface of the lower clamping arm (2) heat resistant compression pads (3) prevent the fabric from being damaged during ironing. These pads prevent [slippage]. These pads are made of silicone, high-temperature resistant rubber, PTFE (Teflon), and composite materials. They can be manufactured from elastomers or similar heat-resistant materials. Anti-slip contact surface (6) located on the contact surfaces of the compression pads, trousers It prevents the fabric from shifting during ironing. Thus, the ironing line remains intact. 15 It is protected and symmetrical ironing is ensured on both legs. The articulated joint (7) allows the upper and lower clamping arms to open and close in a controlled manner. and provides metal pins, bushings or similar rotating fasteners It can be created. If desired, a spring mechanism can be added to this area of ​​the pliers. It can also be set to open automatically. 20 During use, the user should first loosen the adjustment screw (5) to iron the trouser leg. adjusts the opening to fit the width. Then, place the trouser leg bottom clamping lever (2) on it. It is positioned correctly. The stepped locking mechanism is closed by closing the upper clamping lever (1). (8) Appropriate compression force is applied with the help of. Thus, the trouser leg is pressed during ironing. It remains stable and the ironing process is completed without disturbing the crease line. 25 As shown in Figure 9, the invention relates to the use of fabric on trouser legs when in use. It ensures proper alignment, prevents the hem from slipping, and maintains the same level of pressure throughout the ironing process. It helps to maintain the direction. 8 The invention's body is made of aluminum alloy, stainless steel, high-strength plastic, and composite. Compression pads can be manufactured from these materials or combinations thereof. It can be designed with a changeable structure, as well as with stiffness values ​​suitable for different fabric types. It can be produced. Eccentric lever instead of adjustment screw (5), ratchet locking system, spring-loaded adjustment mechanism, 5 rack-and-pinion systems, cam mechanisms, or equivalent mechanical adjustment systems It can be used. Similarly, instead of a stepped locking mechanism (8), different mechanical The use of locking systems is also within the scope of the invention. The invention is not limited to the example application shown in the technical drawings; it also includes the claims. Provided that it remains within the specified scope of protection, it can be made in different sizes, with different materials, and 10 It can be produced by equivalent mechanical arrangements. Such modifications will undermine the fundamentals of the invention. Since it does not change its operating principle, it should be considered within the scope of protection. F - HOW THE INVENTION IS APPLIED TO INDUSTRY The invention, an adjustable trouser ironing tong, is suitable for mass production thanks to its structure. 15 using metal, plastic and composite material processing techniques on an industrial scale It can be produced. The product is suitable for household use as well as the textile industry, garment industry, and dry goods manufacturing. cleaning businesses, hotels, laundries and professional ironing services It is suitable for widespread use in businesses. In the production of the invention, the upper clamping lever (1) and the lower clamping lever (2) are made of aluminum alloy, stainless steel, galvanized steel, engineering plastic, glass fiber reinforced polyamide, carbon 20 Injection molding, pressing, from fiber composite or similar high-strength materials, They can be produced using casting, extrusion, or CNC machining methods. Heat resistant compression pads (3) silicone, PTFE (Teflon), elastomer, high temperature Produced by molding from durable rubber or similar materials and then compressed. The pads can be attached to the arms using mechanical fasteners, a snap system, or adhesive. 25 Thanks to its replaceable design, maintenance and replacement procedures are easily carried out. It can be accomplished. The adjustment groove (4) can be machined directly onto the body during production or later on by CNC. It can be created by milling, laser cutting or precision machining methods. Adjustment screw (5) 9 standard fasteners are made of metal or high-strength plastic material. It can be produced using [method]. Anti-slip contact surfaces (6) can be molded directly onto compression pads. such as subsequent coating, rubber injection or high-friction elastomer layer It can also be created by applying this method. Thus, optimum 5 for different fabric types. Grip performance is ensured. The joint connection (7) is a pin hinge system, a bushing rotary joint, a ball bearing joint or It can be created using equivalent mechanical links. Step locking and adjustment. The mechanism (8) is a ratchet lock, eccentric lever, gear mechanism, cam system or spring. They can be manufactured using supported locking mechanisms. 10 Post-production assembly of the device; installation of the joint connection, compression pads. installation, assembly of the adjustment screw, installation of the locking mechanism and its function. The process is completed by conducting the tests. Then the product is tested for compression force and adjustment. It undergoes quality control tests in terms of sensitivity, mechanical strength and heat resistance. is being held. 15 In the industrial use of the invention, the user can adjust the trouser leg by means of the adjustment screw (5). determining the appropriate opening for the width, positioning the trousers between the compression sleeves, and By engaging the stepped locking mechanism (8), it securely fastens the fabric. After the ironing process is complete, the locking mechanism can be opened to easily remove the trousers. is being removed. 20 The invention includes various trouser styles, children's, women's and men's trousers, as well as denim, linen, cotton, and wool. It can be used on synthetic and similar types of fabrics. Also, only on trouser legs. No, skirts, fabric strips, textile pieces and similar things that need to be secured during ironing. It can also be applied to products. Thanks to its adjustable structure, the same product can be used on textile products of different sizes up to 25 times. Its usability reduces production and inventory costs, and provides the user with a wide range of options with a single device. It offers various usage possibilities. Thanks to its modular structure, worn parts can be replaced. The product's lifespan is extended and maintenance costs are reduced. In conclusion, the invention is suitable for mass production and can be easily manufactured with existing production technologies. A low-cost, long-lasting, ergonomic, and industrially applicable ironing system. It is an auxiliary device; it offers high efficiency in domestic and professional textile care applications. Providing standard ironing quality and user-friendliness, it has a wide range of applications in industry. It is found. 5 15

Claims

11 REQUESTS 1. An adjustable trouser leg that keeps the trouser hems in place during ironing. It is an ironing tong; the tongs in question;  an upper clamping lever (1),  a lower clamping lever (2), 5  A joint connection that movably connects the upper and lower clamping arms (7),  at least one heat-resistant compression pad on the compression surfaces (3),  an adjustment groove that allows adjustment of the leg width (4),  An adjustment screw (5) that determines the clamping opening by moving on the adjustment groove (4),  at least one anti-slip contact surface (6) and 10 that prevents the fabric from slipping  A stepped locking and adjustment mechanism that fixes the selected clamping force (8) It includes and is adjustable to accommodate different trouser leg widths. Adjustable trouser ironing machine characterized by its compression structure. It is a tool.

2. Adjustable trouser ironing tongs according to claim 1, with adjustment groove (4) linear, 15 It is formed in a curved or stepped form and the adjustment screw (5) moves along this groove. It is characterized by its ability to adjust the opening to suit different leg widths.

3. Adjustable trouser ironing tongs according to claim 1 or 2, with heat-resistant compression. (3) silicone, PTFE (Teflon), rubber, elastomer, composite material or their pads It is characterized by being produced from combinations of these. 20 4. It is an adjustable trouser ironing tong according to any of the previous requirements, non-slip contact surfaces (6) rough, grooved, patterned, micro-textured or high It is characterized by containing an elastic coating with a coefficient of friction.

5. It is an adjustable trouser ironing tong according to any of the previous requirements, Step locking and adjustment mechanism (8) ratchet, spring, eccentric, gear, cam 25 It is characterized by having a mechanical or equivalent locking system.

6. Adjustable trouser ironing tongs according to any of the previous requirements, with joint. its connection (7) in the form of metal pin, bushing, bearing connection or spring-supported hinge It is characterized by its formation. 12 7. Adjustable trouser ironing tongs according to any of the previous requirements, top The clamping lever (1) and the lower clamping lever (2) are made of aluminum alloy, stainless steel, or composite. The material is characterized by being made from engineering plastics or combinations thereof. It is done.

8. Adjustable trouser ironing tongs according to any of the previous requirements, 5 Thanks to the removable and replaceable nature of the compression pads (3), different fabrics It is characterized by the ability to use pads suitable for different types of diapers.

9. Adjustable trouser ironing tongs according to any of the previous requirements, adjustment The screw (5) has an ergonomic grip that can be turned by the user without tools. It is characterized by having a title. 10 10. It is a trouser ironing tongs that can be adjusted according to any of the previous requirements, The compression force can be adjusted in stages according to different fabric thicknesses. Thanks to its ability to provide secure fastening on thin, medium and thick fabrics without damaging the fabric. It is characterized by...

11. Adjustable trouser ironing tongs according to any of the previous requirements, closed 15 by creating a compact structure that can be transported and stored by locking it in place. It is characterized.

12. It is a trouser ironing tongs that can be adjusted according to any of the previous requirements, By holding the trouser leg steady during ironing, the crease will be smooth and symmetrical. It is characterized by its ability to create a smooth surface and prevent the fabric from slipping during ironing. 20

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