Kitchenware transport cart

Abstract

The present invention relates to a kitchenware transport cart comprising a frame (1) with roller elements on the bottom thereof and a platform (2) attached to the frame (1) by means of a movable joint, the platform (2) being configured to move from a position in which it is on the lowest part of the frame (1) to a higher position on the frame (1), moving through all the intermediate positions by means of actuating means. The platform further comprises fastening means for securing the kitchenware placed on the platform.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] KITCHENWARE TRANSPORT CART

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The invention, as the title of this specification states, is a kitchenware transport cart. This is an innovation that, within current technology, offers advantages previously unknown.

[0005] The cart will allow you to transport kitchenware, especially in professional kitchens, to facilitate the movement of pots, pans, or other heavy or high-temperature containers.

[0006] TECHNICAL SECTOR

[0007] Therefore, this invention is limited to the sector of manufacturing trolleys for transporting kitchenware.

[0008] STATE OF THE ART

[0009] The state of the art in the kitchenware sector, especially in professional or industrial settings, recognizes the need to safely transport large pots, pans, and other containers or containers containing food at high temperatures. This activity is common in high-volume kitchens, such as those in restaurants, hotels, and institutional dining rooms, where efficiency and safety when handling hot and heavy foods are of utmost importance.

[0010] Chefs and kitchen staff often face the risk of overexertion injuries when manually lifting and carrying these heavy utensils, as well as the danger of serious burns and workplace accidents caused by spilled hot food. These circumstances not only threaten the physical safety of workers but can also lead to service interruptions and potential liability or workers' compensation claims. Currently, a variety of techniques and tools are used to mitigate these risks, including heat-resistant gloves and insulated handles. However, these methods do not fully address the challenges associated with weighing and safely transferring large volumes of hot food.

[0011] Therefore, the need for a solution that minimizes manual lifting and ensures the safe transport of hot containers in the kitchen is identified. A trolley specifically designed for this purpose would offer a significant advantage.

[0012] The implementation of a cart with these features would not only improve safety and efficiency in professional kitchens, but would also reduce the likelihood of workplace accidents and injuries, providing a safer work environment that complies with occupational health and safety regulations.

[0013] The existence of any product with the same technical characteristics as the invention presented here is unknown.

[0014] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0015] The object of the present invention is the creation of a kitchenware transport trolley that provides a notable innovation within its field of application in the current state of the art, the characterising details that make it possible being conveniently included in the final claims that accompany this description.

[0016] The cart allows you to transport household items safely and without having to lift anything, especially in the kitchen.

[0017] To do this, the cart comprises a frame with rolling elements at the bottom. It also has a platform configured to accommodate the items we wish to transport.

[0018] You can also adjust the height of the platform on which the kitchenware is placed to adapt to the height of the countertops, tables, or even the height of the cook. The platform is attached to the frame via a movable joint, which allows the platform to move from a position at the lowest part of the frame to a higher position, passing through all the intermediate positions. This is achieved through a drive that will allow the height at which the platform is positioned to be varied.

[0019] The platform will have a means of securing the tableware placed on the platform, to prevent it from falling while moving on the cart.

[0020] EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES

[0021] To complete the description being made and in order to help better understand the characteristics of the invention, this specification is accompanied, as an integral part thereof, by some figures in which, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented.

[0022] Figure 1 shows a view of an example of the cart.

[0023] Figure 2 shows a view of an example of the trolley with the tray tilted.

[0024] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0025] The present invention relates to a transport cart specifically designed for handling kitchenware in environments where efficiency and safety are paramount, such as in professional or industrial kitchens, although it is also applicable to domestic kitchens.

[0026] The cart comprises a frame (1) equipped with rolling elements for mobility and a platform (2), which is generally in a horizontal position, designed to hold kitchenware and utensils.

[0027] The platform (2) is connected to the frame (1) by a movable joint, which allows its height to be adjusted from the lowest point to an elevated position within the frame (1) through a drive system. Additionally, the platform is equipped with a fixing means to safely secure the tableware placed on it, preventing slipping and falling during transport. In one embodiment, the drive means consists of at least one rack (3) vertically integrated in the frame (1), which engages with a pinion connected to the shaft of the platform (2). The pinion is operated by means of a drive element that includes a locking mechanism to maintain the platform at the desired height.

[0028] The drive element may be a crank, which provides a manual method for adjusting the platform height, offering control and simplicity in operation.

[0029] In another embodiment, the drive element is a battery-powered motor activated by a button, thus facilitating the manipulation and automatic adjustment of the platform, ideal for reducing physical effort in highly demanding environments.

[0030] In addition, the platform (2) may have a tilting means, allowing the platform to be tilted to facilitate loading and unloading of the kitchenware, or emptying the contents of the pots or pans.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the securing means is one or more hooks (4), which offer a simple and effective solution for securing the kitchenware during transport. In another embodiment, the securing means may be a magnet arranged on the chassis, such that it holds the kitchenware, which is usually made of metal.

[0032] In another embodiment, the securing means is a strap, providing an adjustable and secure fastening method for a variety of sizes and shapes of kitchenware.

[0033] The tilting means may include an axle in the frame that is inserted into a through hole located on the lower face of the platform (2), equipped with a tightening means that blocks the rotation of the platform about the axle when activated.

[0034] This transport cart introduces significant improvements in the transfer of hot or heavy kitchenware, optimizing work processes and improving safety conditions by reducing the risk of accidents related to the handling of kitchen utensils in professional environments. Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the manner of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to go into further detail in order for any expert in the field to understand its scope and the advantages derived from it, stating that, within its essential nature, it may be put into practice in other embodiments that differ in detail from that indicated by way of example, and to which it will also achieve the protection sought provided that its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims

CLAIMS 1.- Kitchen utensil transport trolley, characterised in that it comprises a frame (1) with rolling elements in its lower part, and a platform (2) connected to the frame (1) through a mobile joint, the platform (2) being configured to move from a position in which it is in the lowest part of the frame (1) to a higher position of the frame (1) passing through all the intermediate positions, through a drive means, and the platform comprising a fixing means for securing the utensils placed on the platform. 2.- Kitchen utensil transport trolley, according to claim 1, characterised in that the drive means comprises at least one vertical rack (3) arranged in the frame (1) compatible with a pinion whose axis is fixed to the platform (2), the pinion being moved by a drive element, and having a locking element. 3.- Kitchenware transport trolley, according to claim 2, characterized in that the drive element is a crank. 4.- Kitchen utensil transport trolley, according to claim 2, characterized in that the drive element is a motor powered by a battery and actuated by a button. 5.- Kitchenware transport cart, according to claim 1, characterized in that it has a tilting means configured to tilt the platform (2). 6.- Kitchenware transport trolley, according to claim 1, characterized in that the fixing means is a hook (4). 7.- Kitchenware transport trolley, according to claim 1, characterized in that the fixing means is a strap. 8.- Kitchenware transport trolley, according to claim 5, characterised in that the fixing means are magnets arranged on the chassis. 9.- Kitchenware transport cart, according to claim 1, characterized because the tilting means is an axis that the frame has that is inserted into a through hole located on the lower face of the platform (2), the hole having a tightening means configured to block the rotation of the platform (2) on the axis when it is tightened.

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