Wall-Mounted Bag Dispenser Rack With Drawer Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bag dispensers for supermarkets and grocery stores are not compact enough to maximize vertical surface space, do not efficiently store large quantities of bags, and lack visual indicators for replacement, making them difficult to maintain and service.
Innovation Solution
A compact bag dispenser system with a platform and wall mounting plate that can be attached orthogonally to a vertical surface, featuring side supports and a dispenser cover with a central aperture for access, along with optional features like pivotable and latching mechanisms, and magnetic fittings for secure attachment and easy access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If a traditional bag dispenser is mounted horizontally on a counter, then it provides easy access to bags, but it consumes valuable horizontal counter space that could be used for produce display
Solution Approach 1:
The bag dispenser is reoriented from a horizontal counter-mounted configuration to a vertical wall-mounted configuration. This dimensional change allows the dispenser to utilize vertical wall space instead of horizontal counter space, freeing up the counter for produce display while maintaining bag accessibility through a drawer-like mechanism that extends horizontally when opened.
2Area of stationary object
If the bag dispenser is mounted on a vertical wall surface, then it frees up horizontal counter space, but it reduces the accessibility and ease of retrieving bags
Solution Approach 1:
The dispenser incorporates a drawer-like base member that is movable relative to the vertical wall mounting. When the drawer is pulled outward, it brings the bags closer to the user, transforming the static vertical wall mounting into a dynamic system that adapts its reach distance. This dynamic extension mechanism maintains ease of bag retrieval despite the vertical wall mounting position.
3Quantity of substance
If a compact bag dispenser design is used to maximize vertical space utilization, then it stores more bags in less space, but it may complicate the manufacturing and maintenance processes
Solution Approach 1:
The dispenser is divided into distinct modular components: a vertical wall mounting plate with apertures for secure attachment, a bag platform that supports the bag stack, side supports that define the bag storage space, and a movable drawer-like base member. This segmentation allows each component to be manufactured independently using simple processes and then assembled, maintaining fabrication simplicity while achieving compact vertical space utilization.
4Quantity of substance
If a compact bag dispenser design is used to maximize vertical space utilization, then it stores more bags in less space, but it may increase the difficulty of maintenance and servicing
Solution Approach 1:
The drawer-like base member is designed to be readily movable along the vertical wall mounting, allowing users to easily extend the drawer to access bags deep within the compact vertical structure. This preliminary design of movable access mechanism ensures that maintenance and servicing remain simple despite the compact configuration, as users can quickly retrieve or replace bags without disassembling the entire unit.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively utilizes vertical space to store a high number of large bags, provides visual replacement indicators, and is easy to fabricate, maintain, and service, enhancing operational efficiency and customer convenience.
Implementation Method 1
a magnetic fitting for holding the drawer-like base member in position on the vertical wall mounting
Data Source
AI summary
A bag dispenser includes a platform having first support surface, a first side, a second side, a first end and a second end. A mounting spike or barrier pole fixture may be attached orthogonally adjacent the platform. A wall mounting plate has a series of apertures to attach the plate to a vertical surface with fasteners. The plate is attached orthogonally to the second end of the bag platform. At least one side support extends outwardly from the first and second sides of the bag platform and upwardly from the platform. The side support defines a space for at least one stack of bags. A dispenser cover is affixed over the dispenser and may have a service aperture. The dispenser accommodates conventional, t-shirt and header-style bags in various configurations. The bags are assembled in bag stacks. The stacks may be configured in packs with removable covers or loaded in boxes.