AU2020100035A4 - A Modular Bed Frame For Securing Items - Google Patents

A Modular Bed Frame For Securing Items Download PDF

Info

Publication number
AU2020100035A4
AU2020100035A4 AU2020100035A AU2020100035A AU2020100035A4 AU 2020100035 A4 AU2020100035 A4 AU 2020100035A4 AU 2020100035 A AU2020100035 A AU 2020100035A AU 2020100035 A AU2020100035 A AU 2020100035A AU 2020100035 A4 AU2020100035 A4 AU 2020100035A4
Authority
AU
Australia
Prior art keywords
bed frame
modules
module
modular bed
internal storage
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
Ceased
Application number
AU2020100035A
Inventor
Brendan James Beasley
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
Individual
Original Assignee
Individual
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Application filed by Individual filed Critical Individual
Priority to AU2020100035A priority Critical patent/AU2020100035A4/en
Application granted granted Critical
Publication of AU2020100035A4 publication Critical patent/AU2020100035A4/en
Ceased legal-status Critical Current
Anticipated expiration legal-status Critical

Links

Classifications

    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C19/00—Bedsteads
    • A47C19/005—Bedsteads dismountable
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C19/00—Bedsteads
    • A47C19/02—Parts or details of bedsteads not fully covered in a single one of the following subgroups, e.g. bed rails, post rails
    • A47C19/028—Parts or details of bedsteads not fully covered in a single one of the following subgroups, e.g. bed rails, post rails for joining separate bedsteads
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C19/00—Bedsteads
    • A47C19/04—Extensible bedsteads, e.g. with adjustment of length, width, height
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47B—TABLES; DESKS; OFFICE FURNITURE; CABINETS; DRAWERS; GENERAL DETAILS OF FURNITURE
    • A47B81/00—Cabinets or racks specially adapted for other particular purposes, e.g. for storing guns or skis
    • A47B81/005—Devices for storing or displaying rifles, guns, pistols or elongated objects such as fishing rods storing fishing rods
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C17/00—Sofas; Couches; Beds
    • A47C17/86—Parts or details for beds, sofas or couches only not fully covered in a single one of the sub-groups A47C17/02, A47C17/04, A47C17/38, A47C17/52, A47C17/64, or A47C17/84; Drawers in or under beds
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
    • A47C19/00—Bedsteads
    • A47C19/22—Combinations of bedsteads with other furniture or with accessories, e.g. with bedside cabinets
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05G—SAFES OR STRONG-ROOMS FOR VALUABLES; BANK PROTECTION DEVICES; SAFETY TRANSACTION PARTITIONS
    • E05G1/00—Safes or strong-rooms for valuables
    • E05G1/06—Safes or strong-rooms for valuables having provision for multiple compartments
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05G—SAFES OR STRONG-ROOMS FOR VALUABLES; BANK PROTECTION DEVICES; SAFETY TRANSACTION PARTITIONS
    • E05G1/00—Safes or strong-rooms for valuables
    • E05G1/06—Safes or strong-rooms for valuables having provision for multiple compartments
    • E05G1/08—Safes or strong-rooms for valuables having provision for multiple compartments secured individually
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F41—WEAPONS
    • F41C—SMALLARMS, e.g. PISTOLS, RIFLES; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR
    • F41C33/00—Means for wearing or carrying smallarms
    • F41C33/06—Containers for carrying smallarms, e.g. safety boxes, gun cases

Landscapes

  • Assembled Shelves (AREA)

Abstract

A modular bed frame for securing items, the modular bed frame comprising at least three connected modules, wherein each module comprises an internal storage compartment, the internal storage compartment of each module is in fluid communication with the internal storage compartment of at least two other modules and at least one module comprises a lockable door for accessing the internal storage compartment of the at least one module. 102a 110 102a12

Description

2020100035 08 Jan 2020
A MODULAR BED FRAME FOR SECURING ITEMS TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The invention relates to a modular bed frame for securing items. In particular, the invention relates, but is not limited, to a modular bed frame having at least three modules for securing items.
BACKGROUND [0002] Any references to methods, apparatus or documents of the prior art are not to be taken as constituting any evidence or admission that they formed, or form, part of the common general knowledge.
[0003] Existing safes and strongboxes (and other secure lockable boxes) are useful for securing valuable objects against theft and damage from fire. However, in order to provide such security, safes must be constructed from strong and heavy materials (such as steel, for example). A significant problem with heavy metals is that, as the physical dimensions of the safe grow, the safe can become extremely heavy, resulting in logistical issues with regards to transport and installation. This has created limited mainstream adoption in the past for beds incorporating a security safe.
OBJECT [0004] It is an aim of this invention to provide a modular bed frame which overcomes or ameliorates one or more of the disadvantages or problems described above, or which at least provides a useful commercial alternative.
2020100035 08 Jan 2020 [0005] Other preferred objects of the present invention will become apparent from the following description.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0006] In one form, although it need not be the only or indeed the broadest form, there is provided a modular bed frame for securing items, the modular bed frame comprising at least three connected modules.
[0007] Preferably, each module comprises an elongate, rectangular body having a plurality of walls.
[0008] Preferably, each module comprises an internal storage compartment. Preferably, the internal storage compartment of each module is in fluid communication with the internal storage compartment of at least one other module. Preferably, the internal storage compartment of each module is in fluid communication with the internal storage compartment of at least two other modules. Preferably, each of the internal storage compartments of the modules are in fluid communication. Preferably, each of the internal storage compartments is connected to at least one of the other internal storage compartments. Preferably, each of the internal storage compartments is connected to at least one of the other internal storage compartments by openings formed in the walls of adjacent modules.
[0009] Preferably each module is releasably connected to at least one of the other modules.
[0010] Preferably, the modular bed frame comprises three modules for a single bed configuration. In some embodiments, a plurality of modules may be configured to form a standard single bed, a single long bed or a king single bed. Alternatively, the modular bed frame comprises five modules for a queen-sized bed configuration.
2020100035 08 Jan 2020
Alternatively, the modular bed frame comprises six modules for a king-sized bed configuration.
[0011] Preferably, at least one of the at least three modules comprises a lockable door for accessing the internal storage compartment.
[0012] Preferably, at least one wall of each module abutting another module comprises an aperture formed therein.
[0013] Preferably, each module comprises feet adapted to support the body of the module.
[0014] Further features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0015] By way of example only, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying figures, wherein:
[0016] Figure 1 illustrates a modular bed frame having three connected modules in accordance with a first embodiment of the present invention;
[0017]. Figure 2 illustrates a modular bed frame having three connected modules in accordance with a second embodiment of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 3 illustrates a door module of the modular bed frame of Figure 2;
[0019] Figure 4 illustrates a modular bed frame having five connected modules in accordance with a third embodiment of the present invention; and [0020] Figure 5 illustrates a modular bed frame having six connected modules in accordance with a fourth embodiment of the present invention.
2020100035 08 Jan 2020
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS [0021] The preferred embodiments of the invention described herein include a modular bed frame having three or more modules.
[0022] In Figure 1, there is shown a first embodiment of a modular bed frame 10 having three modules for a single bed configuration. The modules take the form of a door module 100 centrally located between two end modules 110. Each module 100, 110 is bolted, or otherwise securely connected, to each adjacent module 100, 110 along an elongate side parallel to a longitudinal axis of each nodule 100, 110 such that the modules 100, 110 are arranged in a side-by-side configuration.
[0023] The door module 100 has an elongate, rectangular shaped body 101 defining a substantially hollow internal space for storage. The walls and floor of the internal space may be lined with a fireproof material, carpet or other soft material.
[0024] The door module 100 also includes a hinged, lockable door 102 that closes an opening 103 located on an upwardly facing portion 104 of the elongate, rectangular body 101. In the illustrated embodiment, the hinges 102a are located on an external surface of the body 101.
[0025] The door 102 of the door module 100, in a preferred embodiment (such as that shown in Figure 2), can include a lock, which may take the form of a digital keypad lock, a mechanical combination lock or a standard key lock, and a handle for actuating said door. In some embodiments, the lock may be installed in aperture 106 formed in the door 102.
[0026] The door module 100 further includes feet 105 for supporting the body 101. While only one foot at an end of the door module 100 is shown, it will be appreciated that a second foot is located at an opposite end of the door module 100 to provide
2020100035 08 Jan 2020 stable support. Furthermore, a third foot (not shown) may be located intermediate the first and second feet toward the centre of the door module 100.
[0027] Similar to the door module 100, each end module 110 is also defined by an elongate, rectangular body 111 defining a substantially hollow internal space. However, the end modules 110 have no door. The end modules 110 also include feet 112 which support the body 111 and elevate the body 111 above a resting surface, such as a floor. While only one foot at an end of the end module 110 is shown, it will be appreciated that a second foot is located at an opposite end of the end module 110 to provide stable support.
[0028] Adjacent side walls of each module 100, 110 include apertures which provide fluid communication between adjacent modules and creates a single, larger internal storage compartment spread across the multiple modules. As it will be appreciated, the door module includes apertures formed in both side walls while the end module only has apertures formed in one side wall, which abuts the door module when the modular bed frame is assembled. Advantageously, this increases total storage capacity of the modular bed frame.
[0029] The walls and floor of the internal space of the end modules 110 may also be lined with a fireproof material, carpet or other soft material.
[0030] An alternative embodiment of a modular bed frame 20 is shown in Figure 2. This embodiment is substantially similar to modular bed frame 10 shown in Figure 1 having a door module 200 and two end modules 210.
[0031] Door module 200 includes an elongate, rectangular shaped body 201 defining a substantially hollow internal space 201a (see Figure 3) for storage. The door module 200 also includes a hinged door 202 that closes an opening 203 located on an upwardly facing portion 204 of the elongate, rectangular body 201. The door 202
2020100035 08 Jan 2020 of the door module 200 includes a recessed combination lock 205 and a recessed handle 206 for actuating said door 202. The recessed combination lock 205 and handle 206 ensure these components do not interfere with a mattress that is placed on top of the modular bed frame 20.
[0032] In contrast to the modular bed frame 10, the hinges (not shown) of the door 202 are located internally to provide additional security. In particular, this provides improved security for the door module 200 as the hinges will not be accessible unless access to the internal storage compartment has already been granted or attained.
[0033] As shown, the door module 200 includes gas struts 202a which extend when the door 202 is open and ensure the door 202 does not slam shut.
[0034] The door module 200 does not include feet and thus the body 201 rests on the ground, in use.
[0035] Similar to the end modules 110 described above, each end module 210 is also defined by an elongate, rectangular body 211 defining a substantially hollow internal space. However, the end modules 200 have no door and no feet.
[0036] As can be seen in Figure 3, the door module 200 includes apertures 207 formed in both side walls 208. As it will be appreciated, end module 210 only has apertures formed in one side wall (not shown), which abuts the door module 200 when the modular bed frame 20 is assembled. Thus, adjacent side walls (such as side walls 208) of each module 200, 210 include apertures (such as apertures 207) which provide fluid communication between adjacent modules 200, 210. Advantageously, this increases total storage capacity of the modular bed frame 20.
[0037] Some further embodiments 40, 50, shown in Figures 4 and 5, respectively, include a third type of module, a middle module 120.
2020100035 08 Jan 2020 [0038] In an assembled form of one preferred embodiment of a modular bed frame 40(see Figure 4) includes five modules (for a queen bed configuration): two door modules 100, two end modules 110 and a middle module 120. The middle module 120 is located between two door modules 100 which, in turn, each adjoin an end module 110.
[0039] In an assembled form for another preferred embodiment of a modular bed frame 50 (see Figure 5) includes six modules (for a king bed configuration): two door modules 100, two end modules 110 and two middle modules 120. The middle modules 120, which are adjacent each other, are located between two door modules 110 which, in turn, each adjoin an end module 110.
[0040] The middle module 120 is defined by an elongate, rectangular body 121 having no door, similar to the end module 110. However, the middle module 120 also includes apertures (not shown) located on both side walls, similar to the door module 100. The middle modules 120 shown in Figures 4 and 5 also include feet 122, however, these are optional.
[0041] Similar to the door module 100 and the end module 110 described above, the walls and floor of the internal space of the middle module 120 may also be lined with a fireproof material, carpet or other soft material.
[0042] In use, a number of modules are connected together to form a base suitable for supporting a mattress. A user can then access the internal storage compartments of the modules through a door module (or multiple door modules) and the apertures formed in walls of adjacent modules.
[0043] Each of the modules described herein is preferably constructed from steel. However, the modules may be constructed from other, durable, but lighter
2020100035 08 Jan 2020 materials. Embodiments of the invention may also be constructed from fireproof materials.
[0044] In some further embodiments, an additional, lockable compartment may be located within the internal storage compartment of the door module. In an example, this additional, lockable compartment could be used to store ammunition alongside a firearm to comply with ammunition and firearm storage legislation that is enforced in some countries (such as Australia, for example). A gun rack may also be located or installed within the internal storage compartment.
[0045] While certain combinations of modules have been described, it will be appreciated that modules could be utilised in a large number of combinations. For example, an embodiment having six modules arranged in the following order - end module, door module, end module, end module, door module, end module - falls within the scope of the invention.
[0046] Embodiments of the invention described herein include feet for supporting the bed frame above a surface or as having no feet. However, it should be appreciated that some modules may also include wheels or other support mechanisms known in the art. Embodiments of the invention may also include means for bolting or otherwise securing the bed frame to the floor for increased security.
[0047] As noted above, a prominent problem for larger safes is that increased storage capacity necessarily comes with increased weight which introduces logistical issues. As the modular bed frame utilises a number of assemblable modules that are joined, these logistical issues (such as carrying, transport and installation) are largely mitigated as the complete storage unit can be transported in a number of modules and assembled on-site.
2020100035 08 Jan 2020 [0048] Advantageously, any number of modules can be combined to create a desired bed size. For example, while not shown, a double bed frame may be assembled using a combination of the modules described above.
[0049] In this specification, adjectives such as first and second, left and right, top and bottom, and the like may be used solely to distinguish one element or action from another element or action without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order. Where the context permits, reference to an integer or a component or step (or the like) is not to be interpreted as being limited to only one of that integer, component, or step, but rather could be one or more of that integer, component, or step, etc.
[0050] The above detailed description of various embodiments of the present invention is provided for purposes of description to one of ordinary skill in the related art. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to a single disclosed embodiment. As mentioned above, numerous alternatives and variations to the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art of the above teaching. Accordingly, while some alternative embodiments have been discussed specifically, other embodiments will be apparent or relatively easily developed by those of ordinary skill in the art. The invention is intended to embrace all alternatives, modifications, and variations of the present invention that have been discussed herein, and other embodiments that fall within the spirit and scope of the above described invention.
[0051] In this specification, the terms ‘comprises’, ‘comprising’, ‘includes’, ‘including’, or similar terms are intended to mean a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a method, system or apparatus that comprises a list of elements does not include those elements solely, but may well include other elements not listed.
2020100035 08 Jan 2020 [0052] Throughout the specification and claims (if present), unless the context requires otherwise, the term “substantially” or “about” will be understood to not be limited to the specific value or range qualified by the terms.

Claims (9)

1. A modular bed frame for securing items, the modular bed frame comprising at least three connected modules, wherein:
each module comprises an internal storage compartment;
the internal storage compartment of each module is in fluid communication with the internal storage compartment of at least two other modules; and at least one module comprises a lockable door for accessing the internal storage compartment of the at least one module.
2. The modular bed frame of claim 1, wherein each module comprises an elongate, rectangular body having a plurality of walls.
3. The modular bed frame of claim 1, wherein each of the internal storage compartments is connected to at least one of the other internal storage compartments. 4. The modular bed frame of claim 1, wherein each of the internal storage
compartments of the modules are in fluid communication.
5. The modular bed frame of claim 1, wherein each of the internal storage compartments is connected to at least one of the other internal storage compartments by openings formed in the walls of adjacent modules.
6. The modular bed frame of any one of the preceding claims, wherein each module is releasably connected to at least one of the other modules.
7. The modular bed frame of any one of the preceding claims, wherein the modular bed frame comprises three modules for a single bed configuration.
8. The modular bed frame of any one of claims 1-6, wherein the modular bed frame comprises five modules for a queen-sized bed configuration.
2020100035 08 Jan 2020
9. The modular bed frame of any one of claims 1-6, wherein the modular bed frame comprises six modules for a king-sized bed configuration.
10. The modular bed frame of claim 1, wherein at least one wall of each module abutting another module comprises an aperture formed therein.
11. The modular bed frame of claim 2, wherein each module comprises feet adapted to support the body of the module.
AU2020100035A 2020-01-08 2020-01-08 A Modular Bed Frame For Securing Items Ceased AU2020100035A4 (en)

Priority Applications (1)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
AU2020100035A AU2020100035A4 (en) 2020-01-08 2020-01-08 A Modular Bed Frame For Securing Items

Applications Claiming Priority (1)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
AU2020100035A AU2020100035A4 (en) 2020-01-08 2020-01-08 A Modular Bed Frame For Securing Items

Publications (1)

Publication Number Publication Date
AU2020100035A4 true AU2020100035A4 (en) 2020-02-13

Family

ID=69412739

Family Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
AU2020100035A Ceased AU2020100035A4 (en) 2020-01-08 2020-01-08 A Modular Bed Frame For Securing Items

Country Status (1)

Country Link
AU (1) AU2020100035A4 (en)

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
US5713650A (en) Furniture including security container
US6292960B1 (en) Hidden safe associated with a bed
US4426935A (en) Case for securing valuables
US20140132131A1 (en) Fashion Accessory Internal Door Storage Cavity
US20100282136A1 (en) Portable vault
US3841727A (en) Convertible modular furniture - luggage units
US20060220503A1 (en) Locking system for top box mounted on roll-away cabinet
US20060283820A1 (en) Pull-out gun racking system
US20070024165A1 (en) Modular weapons locker
US6865993B2 (en) Safe
US20110204005A1 (en) Shelving Unit for a Locker and Method
US20070080089A1 (en) Interlocking camp box support systems
AU2020100035A4 (en) A Modular Bed Frame For Securing Items
US20050011423A1 (en) Device for storing objects
US20180110331A1 (en) Firearm cabinet
AU659908B2 (en) Apparatus for partitioning a storage space
US5095566A (en) Storage locker for prisons and method
US6910574B2 (en) Portable, knockdown tack box with saddle rack(s)
US8376152B2 (en) Handgun storage stack
US4559880A (en) Safe
US6684432B2 (en) Bed mattress having a security container
US20020162367A1 (en) Portable lock box
US20160145929A1 (en) Safe with recessed keypad and opening disc
US5249855A (en) Slide/swing security door
WO2007110111A1 (en) Foldable cabinet

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
FGI Letters patent sealed or granted (innovation patent)
MK22 Patent ceased section 143a(d), or expired - non payment of renewal fee or expiry