JP3095668U - Assembly shelves and columns used for the assembly shelves - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Summary] [PROBLEMS] To provide an assembling shelf that can connect various articles in a state of excellent convenience and that can maintain an aesthetic appearance without separately adding a mounting structure. SOLUTION: Four pipe-shaped columns (1, 1) having a plurality of engagement grooves (1a) formed at appropriate intervals on the outer peripheral surface.
0), a supporting portion having an inner surface formed with a convex portion capable of engaging with the engaging groove of the support, and having a substantially conical outer shape, and a cylindrical shape capable of being fitted to the supporting sleeve. An assembly shelf comprising at least one shelf member having socket portions at at least four corners, wherein the one or more struts include:
A connection means (outlet E1 or LAN connector E2) for one or more articles is accommodated in the hollow portion, and openings (10b, 10) facing the connection means are provided on the peripheral surface of the support.
c) was formed.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the device belongs]

  The present invention, in addition to a structure that allows articles to be placed on a support, The present invention relates to an assembly shelf to which a connecting means is added and a column used for the assembly shelf.

[0002]

[Prior art]

  Conventionally, as shown in FIG. 7, four cone-shaped pillars 1 have a substantially conical shape at an appropriate position. Shelves via a supporting sleeve (not visible in FIG. 7, see FIG. 8) having a profiled outer shape Attach any number of shelves T so that the sockets 2, 2 ... There is an assembling shelf. As the shelf T, for example, a wire material such as steel wire is used. A so-called wire shelf or the like in which contacts are assembled in a rectangular net shape and welded is used. Figure 8 As shown in (a), the supporting sleeve 3 can be divided into sleeve halves 3a and 3b. Has a substantially conical shape with an upper taper shape, and engages with the engaging groove 1a on the outer periphery of the strut 1 on the inner surface. There is a convex portion 32 that can be fitted, and by engaging them, it is locked to the column 1 and The support portion 2 is supported and fixed by the taper of the supporting sleeve as shown in FIG. 8 (b). It is supposed to be done.   In this type of assembly shelf, members such as a pipe-shaped support 1, a supporting sleeve 3, and a shelf board T are included. It is provided as an assembly set so that the user can assemble it manually. It

[0003]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

  By the way, assembling shelves can be used by placing various items for personal or business use. However, there are cases where it is desired to add articles such as various electric devices according to the use environment.   Specifically, for example, when the assembly shelf is used for business such as displaying products. Is a lighting means (specifically, a fluorescent lamp, a lamp, etc.) for illuminating the product. It is convenient to have In addition, if the placed or displayed product is an electrical appliance, It is convenient if the assembly shelf itself has a structure for supplying power (specifically, an AC power outlet) Is. In addition, personal computers and devices for connecting to the Internet (router Terminal, terminal adapter, etc.) on the LAN, telephone line, or Communication connection structure such as connection to the Internet (specifically, LAN connector or It is convenient to have a telephone line modular jack connector, etc.).   Also, in order to place and store small items such as screws and beads, a saucer or small In some cases, it may be desirable to add a structure for suspending the mold shelf.

[0004]   However, it is not possible to add these electric devices to the conventional assembly shelves. Since it was not measured, for example, when adding lighting means, it is locked to a column or shelf It was necessary to separately attach a lighting device or the like having a clip structure for doing so.

[0005]   Similarly, in order to supply power, do not drop the AC power outlet. It is necessary to fix it on the shelf board, and the connection means to LAN and the Internet is installed. If you want to fix it, fix the connection terminal to the column or shelf with adhesive tape or clips. Was required.

[0006]   In this way, the conventional assembly shelf lacks convenience in installing electrical equipment, Adding the above-mentioned mounting structure using commercially available parts may impair aesthetics There was a problem.

[0007]   In addition, any installation structure requires a separate installation space, There was also the inconvenience of narrowing the limited space for placement on the board.

[0008]   The present invention has been devised to solve the above-mentioned problems, and makes various articles convenient. Can be connected in excellent condition, and without additional mounting structure The main purpose is to provide an assembling shelf that can maintain its aesthetic appearance.

[0009]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

  In order to achieve the above object, the assembly shelf according to the present invention has an appropriate space on the outer peripheral surface. And four pipe-shaped columns (1, 10) having a plurality of engaging grooves (1a) formed therein. , The inner surface of which is formed with a convex portion that can be engaged with the engagement groove of the pillar, and the outer shape is formed into a substantially conical shape. A supporting sleeve formed and a cylindrical socket portion that can be fitted into the supporting sleeve. An assembly shelf composed of one or more shelf board members having at least four corners, Note 1 or 2 or more of the columns, the connection means of the 1 or 2 or more articles in the hollow portion ( The outlet E1 and the LAN connector E2) are stored, and The openings (10b, 10c) facing the connecting means are formed.

[0010]   In addition, a pillar according to another invention has a plurality of engaging grooves formed on the outer peripheral surface at appropriate intervals. The formed strut and a convex portion that can be engaged with the engagement groove of the strut are formed on the inner surface, Supporting sleeve having a substantially conical shape, and a cylindrical shape capable of being fitted into the supporting sleeve. Of an assembly shelf comprising one or more shelf board members each having at least four socket portions A pillar, and the hollow portion of the tubular body forming the pillar supports one or more articles. The connecting means is housed, and an opening facing the connecting means is formed on the peripheral surface. Wear.

[0011]   As a result, mounting members etc. for adding various articles such as electric equipment as in the past It is possible to improve convenience by eliminating the need to separately prepare Since the connecting means is stored in the hollow member of the column, the appearance is almost the same as the conventional product. It is also possible to avoid spoiling aesthetics.

[0012]   The connecting means is placed on the surface of the shelf board member and on the shelf board member. A socket for lighting means for illuminating an article or the like, the socket facing the opening. Is provided so that it can be connected to the lighting means while being housed in the hollow portion of the column. You can As a result, the shelf board portion can be obtained by simply connecting the lighting means to the socket. It is possible to illuminate the surface of the material, etc., and separately prepare members etc. to attach lighting equipment Since there is no need to do so, convenience can be improved. Also, lighting means Since the socket and socket are stored in the column, the appearance is almost the same as the conventional product. In addition, it is possible to avoid spoiling aesthetics.

[0013]   The illuminating means includes a fluorescent tube and a fluorescent tube that can be installed in the column in the longitudinal direction. It may be composed of a driving device for the light tube. This makes it possible to illuminate within a relatively thin strut. It is possible to provide a lighting means.

[0014]   Further, the connecting means is provided with an electric wire arranged so that the connecting portion is exposed from the opening. It can be a power supply outlet. This makes it possible to separate the power supply members, etc. There is no need to make preparations, and convenience can be improved. Also, for power supply Since the outlet is stored in the support, the appearance may be almost the same as the conventional product. It is also possible to avoid spoiling the aesthetics.

[0015]   Further, the connection means is provided with a connection portion so that the connection portion is exposed from the opening. It may be used as a connector for connecting a communication device. As a result, the members for communication connection etc. are separately prepared. It is not necessary to provide it and convenience can be improved. Also, for communication equipment connection Since the connector is housed in the column, the appearance is almost the same as the conventional product. In addition, it is possible to avoid spoiling aesthetics.

[0016]   The connection terminal is composed of a modular jack connector for telephone lines. Can be done. This allows, for example, a telephone or personal computer mounted on a shelf board member. Connect communication devices such as computer modems to the connectors on the columns of the assembly shelf. You can prepare for communication connection just by connecting via a cable, improving convenience. Can be made.

[0017]   The connection terminal is a connection area for connecting a local area network (LAN). You may make it comprised with a kuta. This allows the persona placed on the shelf member LAN connection means of the computer and the connector for connection arranged on the pillar of the assembly shelf You can prepare to connect to the LAN simply by connecting the It is possible to improve convenience.

[0018]   Also, the connecting means is a suspension means for the article, and the suspension means is the one or It is exposed from the openings of two or more columns, and a part of the article to be suspended is inserted and supported. It may be a core member having an engaging groove to allow it. This allows, for example, saucers and small It is possible to suspend mold shelves, etc. using the engaging grooves, and to mount them on shelf members. To be able to put unsuitable small parts (eg screws, beads, etc.) become.

[0019]   In addition, at least one of the columns has an inner diameter and It has a large outer diameter, and the connecting means can be incorporated into the column. It This allows connecting means and articles (eg fluorescent lights and power outlets). Even if the volume of the column is relatively large, the inner and outer diameters of Therefore, it is possible to secure a sufficient storage space.

[0020]

[Embodiment of device]

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.   FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an example of a completed state of the assembly shelf according to the present embodiment, and FIG. FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing the first embodiment, FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a second embodiment of the column, and FIG. Is a perspective view showing a third embodiment of the column, and FIG. 5 is used in the third embodiment of FIG. FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing an example of a shelf board, and FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a fourth embodiment of the support column.

[0021]   As illustrated in FIG. 1, the assembly shelf according to the present embodiment includes three normal columns 1. One large-diameter column 10 and a supporting sleeve (not shown in this figure, see FIG. 8) It is composed of three-stage shelf member T and the like. The number of shelves is not limited to 3 It goes without saying that it is possible to set the desired number of steps.

[0022]   As will be described later in detail, a fluorescent lamp L as an illuminating unit is provided above the large-diameter column 10. However, an outlet E for AC power is installed as a power supply structure at approximately the center of the pillar 10. It has been burned. In addition, an engaging groove is provided at a lower portion of the column 10 as a structure for suspending an article. 15a is provided.

[0023]   Further, in the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, only one of the columns is the column 10 having a large diameter. However, it is possible to change the other column 1 to the column 10 having a large diameter. Also, shelf board members At T, a large-diameter socket portion 2A is installed in accordance with the position where the large-diameter column 10 is arranged. It has been burned. In addition, the outer circumference of the large-diameter column 10 and the large-diameter socket 2A A supporting sleeve having a size matching the inner circumference is used.

[0024]   Further, in FIG. 1, reference numeral 400 indicates a small size which is engaged and suspended in the engagement groove 15a. It is a saucer on which things can be placed. Further, the symbol C indicates the fluorescent lamp L and the outlet E. It is a power cord to be connected. This power cord C is the lower circumference of the large-diameter column 10. It is guided to the outside through an insertion hole (not shown) provided in the surface.

[0025]   Next, a first embodiment of the column 10 will be described with reference to FIG. First fruit The embodiment shows a case in which the pillar 10 is provided with a lighting means. An opening 10a formed by cutting out a part of the peripheral surface in the longitudinal direction, and the opening 10a. Fluorescent lamp L (socket of fluorescent tube as connecting means Panel, a fluorescent tube, a drive circuit, and the like) and an opening disposed below the opening 10a. It is composed of a slide switch SW as an on / off switch. In addition, The fluorescent lamp L is connected to the power cord C shown in FIG. 1 and supplied with power from the outside. Growling.

[0026]   When using the above illumination means, connect the power cord C to the external AC power source The slide switch SW is turned on in the state of being connected to The fluorescent tube of the fluorescent lamp L is turned on. Then, the light is transmitted from the opening 10a to the pillar 10. The surface of the shelf member T and the placed article are illuminated by being irradiated to the outside. be able to. Therefore, for example, when using an assembly shelf as a display stand for products In addition, the mounted article can be three-dimensionally illuminated. Also, the fluorescent lamp L is a pillar As it is stored in 10, the appearance is almost the same as the conventional assembly shelf, so it is beautiful. It does not spoil the view.

[0027]   In addition, as shown in FIG. 2B, the inner peripheral surface of the column 10 at the portion where the fluorescent lamp L is disposed. By forming the reflective film 11 with a metal coating on the It is possible to shoot.

[0028]   Further, although the case where the fluorescent lamp L is used as the light source has been described in the present embodiment, Not limited to this, other light sources such as small incandescent lamps and high-intensity LEDs and their connecting means (dedicated Socket, etc.) may be disposed in the column 10.

[0029]   Next, a second embodiment of the column 10 will be described with reference to FIG. Second fruit In the embodiment, the support 10 is provided with connecting means for power supply and communication connection. Is shown.   In this embodiment, a part of the peripheral surface of the column 10 is formed by cutting out in the longitudinal direction. AC outlets E1 are incorporated in the two openings 10b. The outlet E1 is connected to the power cord C so that it receives power from the outside. Has become.

[0030]   Thereby, when the electric appliance is placed on the shelf plate member T of the assembly shelf, the extension cord The power supply can be secured easily without the need for additional equipment, improving convenience. It In addition, since the outlet E1 is housed in the support column 10, it has a conventional appearance. As it is almost the same as the assembly shelf, it does not spoil the aesthetics.   The number of outlets E to be installed is not particularly limited, and two or more should be provided. You may.

[0031]   In addition, it is installed in the outlet E1 and is connected to a telephone line connector or LAN. The connector E2 is provided on the column 10. The connection connector E2 is connected via a connection cable. Then, it is connected to the modular jack of the telephone line or the connection port of the LAN.   As a result, a telephone or personal computer is placed on the shelf board member T of the assembly shelf. When connecting, simply connect to the connector E2 via a cable And LAN can be easily accessed, and convenience can be improved. Also in this case, since the connector E2 is housed in the column 10, The appearance is almost the same as the conventional assembly shelves, and the appearance is spoiled by the cable routing. Nor.

[0032]   Next, a third embodiment of the column 10 will be described with reference to FIG. This practice The form shows a case in which the column 10 is provided with a connecting means for suspending the article. It   As shown in FIG. 4, a part of the peripheral surface of the column 10 is formed by cutting out in the longitudinal direction. A plurality of engaging grooves 13a as suspension parts are formed in the longitudinal direction so as to face the opening 10a. The core member 13 having an arc-shaped cross section is housed in the column 10. The cross-sectional shape of the core member 13 is not limited to the circular arc shape, but may be a semi-circular arc shape. is there. The core member 13 is made of metal, plastic, or the like. this As an article that can be engaged with the engagement groove 13a, for example, a small shelf board 4 as shown in FIG. 00 can be considered. An engaging piece that can be engaged with the engaging groove 13a is provided at an end of the shelf board 400. 400a is provided, and the engaging piece 400a is engaged with the column 10 at a desired height. It can be fixed by engaging with the groove 13a. This shelf board 400 has Place small items such as screws that are difficult to place on the shelf plate member T of the assembly shelf. You can Although not shown, a saucer including an edge wall portion instead of the shelf board 400 When engaging with the engaging groove 13a, place an object such as beads that easily falls. I can do it. Note that the engageable articles are not limited to the shelf plate 400 and the saucer, and the engagement pieces Anything that has 400a and can be engaged in the engagement groove 13a Good.

[0033]   FIG. 6 shows a fourth embodiment of the column. In this embodiment, cylindrical Instead of the column 10, the columnar column 300 is used. And of the pillar 300 A part of the peripheral surface is exposed to the opening 300a formed by cutting out in the longitudinal direction to suspend the suspension. The core member 15 having a plurality of engaging grooves 15a formed in the longitudinal direction is used as the support column 300. It is configured to be stored inside. The use and structure are the same as those of the third embodiment described above. And an engaging groove 15a having an arbitrary height with an engaging piece 400a as shown in FIG. Engage.

[0034]   In addition, the supporting sleeve 200a adapted to the peripheral surface shape of the prismatic pillar 300 , 200b is used. Along with this, the socket of the shelf board member T is also used for supporting. It goes without saying that the sleeves 200a and 200b are shaped according to the outer circumference. Yes.

[0035]   As described above, the assembly shelf according to the present embodiment improves the use environment. The structure can be provided in a highly convenient state. In particular, which item to add In that case, since the connecting means is housed inside the columns 10 and 300, The appearance is almost the same as the conventional product, and it does not spoil the aesthetics.

[0036]   It should be noted that the embodiments disclosed in this specification are illustrative and disclosed in all respects. It should not be considered limited to the technology used. That is, the technology of the present invention The specific range is limitedly interpreted based on the description in the above embodiment. However, it should be interpreted according to the description in the scope of claims for utility model registration. Technology equivalent to the technology stated in the application model registration request and within the scope of utility model registration request Includes all changes in.   That is, the connecting means housed in the column 10 is the socket of the lighting device shown in the present embodiment. Port, AC power outlet, LAN connector, etc. Any structure may be used as long as it is a connection structure or a mounting member that can be accommodated in the section.

[0037]

[Effect of device]

  As described above, according to the present invention, a plurality of engaging grooves are formed on the outer peripheral surface at appropriate intervals. Four pipe-shaped struts formed, and a convex portion capable of engaging with the engaging groove of the struts on the inner surface And a supporting sleeve having a substantially conical outer shape, and the supporting sleeve One or more shelf board members having at least four corners of tubular socket parts that can be fitted to An assembling shelf composed of 1 or 2 or more columns, wherein Alternatively, the connecting means for two or more articles is housed, and the connecting means is provided on the peripheral surface of the column. Since the opening facing the front is formed, various items such as electrical equipment can be There is no need to separately prepare a mounting member or the like in order to improve convenience. In addition to being able to do, and because the connecting means is stored in the hollow part of the pillar, it is a conventional product in appearance. There is almost no change, and there is an effect that it is possible to avoid impairing aesthetics.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an example of a completed state of an assembly shelf according to the present embodiment.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view (a) and a sectional view (b) showing a first embodiment of a column of an assembly shelf according to the present embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view (a) and a cross-sectional view (b) showing a second embodiment of the support column of the assembly shelf according to the present embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view (a) and a cross-sectional view (b) showing a third embodiment of the support column of the assembly shelf according to the present embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing an example of a shelf plate used in the third embodiment of the support column of the assembly shelf according to the present embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view (a) and a sectional view (b) showing a fourth embodiment of a column of an assembly shelf according to the present embodiment.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a conventional assembly shelf.

FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration of a column and a supporting sleeve of a conventional assembly shelf.

[Explanation of symbols]

1,10,300 prop 2,2A tubular socket 1a Ring-shaped groove 3 Supporting sleeve 3a, 3b Half sleeve T shelf member 10a opening L fluorescent lamp (illumination means) SW power switch 11 Reflector 10b opening E1 AC power outlet E2 LAN connector C power cable 13,15 Core member 13a, 15a engagement groove 300a opening 400 shelves 400a engagement piece

Claims (17)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A pipe-shaped support column having a plurality of engagement grooves formed at appropriate intervals on the outer peripheral surface, and a convex portion engageable with the engagement groove of the support column on the inner surface. And a supporting sleeve having a substantially conical outer shape, and one or more shelf board members having at least four corners a cylindrical socket portion capable of being fitted to the supporting sleeve. The one or more struts have a hollow portion in which one or more connecting means for articles are accommodated, and an opening facing the connecting means is formed on the peripheral surface of the struts. An assembly shelf characterized in that 2. The connection means is a socket of a lighting means for illuminating the surface of the shelf board member and an article or the like placed on the shelf board member, the socket facing the opening. The assembly shelf according to claim 1, wherein the assembly shelf is provided so as to be capable of being coupled to the lighting means housed in the hollow portion of the column. 3. The assembly shelf according to claim 2, wherein the illuminating means is a fluorescent tube that can be installed in a longitudinal direction inside the support column. 4. The assembly according to claim 1, wherein the connecting means is a power supply outlet arranged so that the connecting portion is exposed from the opening. shelf. 5. The communication device connector according to claim 1, wherein the connecting means is a connector for connecting a communication device, the connecting portion being arranged so as to be exposed from the opening. Assembly shelf. 6. The assembly shelf according to claim 5, wherein the communication device connecting connector is a modular jack connector for a telephone line. 7. The assembly shelf according to claim 5, wherein the communication device connecting connector is a local area network connecting connector. 8. The connecting means comprises a core member housed in the pillar with a part exposed from the opening of the one or more pillars, and should be suspended on the core member. The assembly shelf according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein an engaging groove for inserting and supporting a part of the article is formed. 9. The at least one of the columns has a larger inner diameter and outer diameter than the other columns except the column, and the connecting means is incorporated in the column. The assembly shelf according to any one of claims 1 to 8. 10. A pillar having a plurality of engaging grooves formed at appropriate intervals on the outer peripheral surface and a convex portion engageable with the engaging groove of the pillar on the inner surface, and having a substantially conical outer shape. A support pillar of an assembly shelf comprising a supporting sleeve formed in a shape of a circle and one or more shelf board members having tubular socket portions that can be fitted into the supporting sleeve at at least four corners. A column of an assembling shelf, characterized in that the hollow portion of the tubular body that is formed accommodates the connecting means for one or more articles and the peripheral surface is formed with an opening facing the connecting means. . 11. The connecting means is a socket of a lighting means for illuminating the surface of the shelf board member and an article or the like placed on the shelf board member, and the socket is hollow so as to face the opening. The support pillar of the assembly shelf according to claim 10, wherein the support pillar is provided so as to be capable of being coupled to the lighting means while being housed in the unit. 12. The illuminating means is a fluorescent tube that can be installed in the column in the longitudinal direction.
Pillar of the assembly shelf described in. 13. The assembly according to claim 10, wherein the connecting means is a power supply outlet provided so that the connecting portion is exposed from the opening. Props on shelves. 14. The communication device connecting connector according to claim 10, wherein the connecting means is a connector arranged so that the connecting portion is exposed from the opening. Assembling shelf post. 15. The column of an assembly shelf according to claim 10, wherein the communication device connecting connector is a connector of a telephone jack modular jack. 16. The column of the assembly shelf according to claim 10, wherein the communication device connecting connector is a local area network connecting connector. 17. The connecting means comprises a core member housed in the pillar with a part exposed from the opening of the one or more pillars, and should be suspended on the core member. The pillar of the assembly shelf according to any one of claims 10 to 16, characterized in that an engagement groove for inserting and supporting a part of the article is formed.