Hose retainer stands
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hose support systems fail to individually segregate hoses, prevent lateral movement, and are not easily transportable, limiting identification and secure support of hoses in collections.
Innovation Solution
A hose retainer stand with a support panel featuring elongated slots and a front panel with apertures, allowing for individual hose segregation and secure restraint, along with a rear panel that extends transversely and is easily assembled, enabling stable and portable support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If trays or brackets are used to support hoses collectively, then hoses can be supported, but individual segregation of hoses is not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is segmented into multiple individual slots and apertures within the tray, allowing each hose to be separated and individually identified while still being supported collectively by the same tray structure
2Ease of operation
If traditional trays or brackets are used, then hoses can be supported, but lateral or horizontal movement of hoses is not prevented
Solution Approach 1:
The tray incorporates localized restraining features such as side walls, lips, or protrusions at specific positions within the tray to prevent lateral or horizontal movement of hoses, while maintaining overall simplicity and ease of use
3Ease of operation
If trays or brackets are mounted to stationary fixtures or walls, then hoses can be supported, but the support system is not easily transportable
Solution Approach 1:
The support tray is designed as a movable, portable unit that can be easily relocated and repositioned as needed, rather than being permanently fixed to stationary fixtures or walls, thereby providing both stable hose support and high transportability
Data Source
AI summary
A hose retainer stand is described. The retainer stand supports and organizes collections of hoses or other flexible members. In many applications, the retainer stand elevates hoses above ground to thereby reduce potential for damage to the hoses. Also described are methods of retaining and supporting hoses by use of the retainer stands.