CA2055063A1 - Barrow bagger - Google Patents
Barrow baggerInfo
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- CA2055063A1 CA2055063A1 CA 2055063 CA2055063A CA2055063A1 CA 2055063 A1 CA2055063 A1 CA 2055063A1 CA 2055063 CA2055063 CA 2055063 CA 2055063 A CA2055063 A CA 2055063A CA 2055063 A1 CA2055063 A1 CA 2055063A1
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- Prior art keywords
- rim
- wheelbarrow
- arms
- legs
- flexible bag
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B62—LAND VEHICLES FOR TRAVELLING OTHERWISE THAN ON RAILS
- B62B—HAND-PROPELLED VEHICLES, e.g. HAND CARTS OR PERAMBULATORS; SLEDGES
- B62B2202/00—Indexing codes relating to type or characteristics of transported articles
- B62B2202/22—Flexible bags, e.g. for rubbish
Abstract
ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE
A holder for flexible bags, having a rim and four legs extending downwardly from the rim, the lower end of the legs having means to releasably engage the arms of a wheelbarrow at the handle.
A holder for flexible bags, having a rim and four legs extending downwardly from the rim, the lower end of the legs having means to releasably engage the arms of a wheelbarrow at the handle.
Description
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, TECHNICAL l~IELD
The present invention relates to a bagholder, and more particularly, to a plastic bagholder for use in conjunction with a wheelbarrow.
BACRGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Flexible plastic bags have been used for a long time to store refuse such as garbage, lawn clippings, leaves, industrial waste, etc..
Holders have been developed to hold such bags in an open position for filling purposes. Some of these holders are portable.
Thus for example, U.S. Patent No. 4,749,158 issued on June 7, 1988 to Buckley describes a portable utility stand adapted to support a conventional plastic bag. It comprises a wheeled frame with an upper opening for suppGrting a bag, four depending legs and a platform for supporting the bag attached to the legs below the opening. U.S. Patent No. 4,846,427 issued on July 11, 1989 to Jones illustrates a portable cart frame for supporting bags. A
removable, collapsible rectangular frame is insertable in the opening of a bag to hold open the entrance to the bag. That rectangular frame is removably supported on the cart frame. U.S.
Patent No. 3,756,548 issued on September 4, 1973 to Santarelli discloses a portable, wheeled trash bag cart. The cart has a cylindrical body and a plurality of rods extending upwardly and releasably fastened to the walls thereof, adapted to hold a bag in an open position. A cart handle connected to the body permits the cart to be pushed.
Other patents of general background interest relating to flexible bag holders are U.S. Patent No. 4,667,912 of DeVilbiss, U.S. Patent No. 4,893,769 of Rotelli and U.S. Patent No. 4,842,228 of Kasper.
It is an object of the present invention to provide a flexible bag holder for use in conjunction with a conventional wheelbarrow.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
In accordance with the present invention there is provided a flexible bag holder for use in conjunction with a wheelbarrow of the type having spaced arms rearwardly and upwardly extending from a carrier body. The holder comprises a rim having sides circumscribing a space to receive a bag in an open position.
A plurality of le.gs depend downwardly from the rim at spaced locations about said rim. Means are located at the lower ends of the legs to releasably engage the arms of the wheelbarrow.
In a preferred embodiment, pairs of legs are of different lengths so as to operatively engage simultaneously the arms of the wheelbarrow so that the rim is maintained in a horizontal orientation. The lower ends of the leg ars preferably of inverted "U" shape to provide a simple, releasable frictional engagement of corresponding portions arms of the wheelbarrow when seated thereon.
The bagholder according to the present invention will ~ ~ ur'~ ~,3 permit significant savings in time and labour for groundskeepers, gardeners and anyone who owns a wheelbarrow. The device enables a bag to be loaded to capacity with leaves, paper, mulch, twigs, grass, etc.. A single person has the mobility to clean up an area, bag with little effort and tie the bag after filling, while at the same time having the bagholder and bag transportable on the wheelbarrow. The device according to the present invention further eliminates bagging debris in a bent over position and having to have a second person hold the bag. It is of course easy to remove from its position on the wheelbarrow, for storage purposes.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
These and other objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent upon reading the following detailed description and upon referring to the drawings in which:
FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of the bagholder according to the present invention in position on a wheelbarrow (shown in phantom);
FIGURE 2 is a side view of the device of FIGURE 1;
FIGURE 3 is a top view of the device of FIGURE l; and FIGURE 4 is an enlarged perspective partial view of the lower end of one of the legs of the device of FIGURR 1.
While the invention will be described in conjunction with an example embodiment, it will be understood that it is not intended to limit the invention to such embodiment. On the contrary, it is intended to cover all alternatives, modifications and equivalents as may be included within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
In the drawings, similar features have been given similar reference numerals.
Turning to FIGURE 1 there is illustrated a bag holder 2 for flexible bags 4 (phantom) for use in conjunction with a wheelbarrow 6. The bag holder 2 comprises a trapezoidal rim 8 of planar, trapezoidal configuration, circumscribing a space to receive a bag 4 (in phantom). The planar configuration of rim 8 may vary (e.g. rectangular, square etc.) but has been selected in the illustrated embodiment as being trapezoidal and, when viewed from above, of a size and configuration conforming more or less to the horizontal extrapolation of the position of wheelbarrow arms 9.
As well, the size of rim 8 is such as to not obstruct the proper use and operation of arms 9 by a person using the wheelbarrow when the bagholder 2 is in position as illustrated in FIGURES 1 and 2.
A plurality of piercing members 24 being upward extensions of legs, are spaced apart along the upper edge of the rim 8. As illustrated in FIGURE 1 the piercing members 24 extend upwardly from the upper edge of the rim 8.
Four legs 10 extend downwardly from the corners of the rim 8, arranged to sit over corresponding portions of wheelbarrow 6 when holder 2 is in position. Engagement means 12 in the form of inverted "U" shaped saddles are fitted on the lower ends 14 of the legs 10 to releasably engage by friction the arms 9 of the wheelbarrow 6 as illustrated. The front pair of legs 10 are of different lengths than the rear pair (FIGURE 2) so as to keep the rim 8 horizontal when in position on the arms 9 of the wheelbarrow 6 which arms 9 are conventionally angled upwardly, rearwardly.
Saddles 12 are of a form and size to conform to the diameter of the arms 9 of wheelbarrow 6 so that by exercising a small downward force each saddle 12 will be seated on and grip a corresponding portion of the arms 9. A pin 18 is then preferably passed through the opposite lo~er sides 22 of saddle 12 below wheelbarrow arms 9, to releasably lock holder 2 in position.
In operation the bag holder 2 is fitted on arms 9 of wheelbarrow 6 by applying a small downward force on the rim 8 with legs 10 and saddles 12 appropriately positioned over the wheelbarrow arms. The U-shaped saddles 12 become sealed over arms 9 and releasably grip such arms. The rim 8 remains in a horizontal plane because the forward pair of legs 10 are appropriately longer than the rearward pair (FIGURE 2). The perimeter of rim 8 defines a trapezoid to conform to arms 9 so that a bag suspended from rim 8 will fall between arms 9 as illustrated. Pins 18 are passed through the apertures 20 in saddles 12. A bag 4 is then inserted into the space between rim 8, legs 10 and arms 9 and is maintained in open position by folding the upper end of bag 4 over the piercing members 24. Appropriate clips or other conventional fastener means (not illustrated) may also be used to maintain the bag in an open position on the holder during operation.
For storage, pins 18 are removed from saddles 12, freeing 2~ 3 bagholder 2 to be lifted o~f arms 9 of wheelbarrow 6, for storage, once bag 4 has been removed from the holder.
Thus it i5 apparent that there has been provided in accordance with the invention Barrow Bagger that fully satisfies the objects, aims and advantages set forth above. While the invention has been described in conjunction with a specific embodiment thereof, it is evident that many alternatives, modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art in light of the foregoing description. Accordingly, it is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications and variations as fall within the spirit and broad scope of the invention.
, TECHNICAL l~IELD
The present invention relates to a bagholder, and more particularly, to a plastic bagholder for use in conjunction with a wheelbarrow.
BACRGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Flexible plastic bags have been used for a long time to store refuse such as garbage, lawn clippings, leaves, industrial waste, etc..
Holders have been developed to hold such bags in an open position for filling purposes. Some of these holders are portable.
Thus for example, U.S. Patent No. 4,749,158 issued on June 7, 1988 to Buckley describes a portable utility stand adapted to support a conventional plastic bag. It comprises a wheeled frame with an upper opening for suppGrting a bag, four depending legs and a platform for supporting the bag attached to the legs below the opening. U.S. Patent No. 4,846,427 issued on July 11, 1989 to Jones illustrates a portable cart frame for supporting bags. A
removable, collapsible rectangular frame is insertable in the opening of a bag to hold open the entrance to the bag. That rectangular frame is removably supported on the cart frame. U.S.
Patent No. 3,756,548 issued on September 4, 1973 to Santarelli discloses a portable, wheeled trash bag cart. The cart has a cylindrical body and a plurality of rods extending upwardly and releasably fastened to the walls thereof, adapted to hold a bag in an open position. A cart handle connected to the body permits the cart to be pushed.
Other patents of general background interest relating to flexible bag holders are U.S. Patent No. 4,667,912 of DeVilbiss, U.S. Patent No. 4,893,769 of Rotelli and U.S. Patent No. 4,842,228 of Kasper.
It is an object of the present invention to provide a flexible bag holder for use in conjunction with a conventional wheelbarrow.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
In accordance with the present invention there is provided a flexible bag holder for use in conjunction with a wheelbarrow of the type having spaced arms rearwardly and upwardly extending from a carrier body. The holder comprises a rim having sides circumscribing a space to receive a bag in an open position.
A plurality of le.gs depend downwardly from the rim at spaced locations about said rim. Means are located at the lower ends of the legs to releasably engage the arms of the wheelbarrow.
In a preferred embodiment, pairs of legs are of different lengths so as to operatively engage simultaneously the arms of the wheelbarrow so that the rim is maintained in a horizontal orientation. The lower ends of the leg ars preferably of inverted "U" shape to provide a simple, releasable frictional engagement of corresponding portions arms of the wheelbarrow when seated thereon.
The bagholder according to the present invention will ~ ~ ur'~ ~,3 permit significant savings in time and labour for groundskeepers, gardeners and anyone who owns a wheelbarrow. The device enables a bag to be loaded to capacity with leaves, paper, mulch, twigs, grass, etc.. A single person has the mobility to clean up an area, bag with little effort and tie the bag after filling, while at the same time having the bagholder and bag transportable on the wheelbarrow. The device according to the present invention further eliminates bagging debris in a bent over position and having to have a second person hold the bag. It is of course easy to remove from its position on the wheelbarrow, for storage purposes.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
These and other objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent upon reading the following detailed description and upon referring to the drawings in which:
FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of the bagholder according to the present invention in position on a wheelbarrow (shown in phantom);
FIGURE 2 is a side view of the device of FIGURE 1;
FIGURE 3 is a top view of the device of FIGURE l; and FIGURE 4 is an enlarged perspective partial view of the lower end of one of the legs of the device of FIGURR 1.
While the invention will be described in conjunction with an example embodiment, it will be understood that it is not intended to limit the invention to such embodiment. On the contrary, it is intended to cover all alternatives, modifications and equivalents as may be included within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
In the drawings, similar features have been given similar reference numerals.
Turning to FIGURE 1 there is illustrated a bag holder 2 for flexible bags 4 (phantom) for use in conjunction with a wheelbarrow 6. The bag holder 2 comprises a trapezoidal rim 8 of planar, trapezoidal configuration, circumscribing a space to receive a bag 4 (in phantom). The planar configuration of rim 8 may vary (e.g. rectangular, square etc.) but has been selected in the illustrated embodiment as being trapezoidal and, when viewed from above, of a size and configuration conforming more or less to the horizontal extrapolation of the position of wheelbarrow arms 9.
As well, the size of rim 8 is such as to not obstruct the proper use and operation of arms 9 by a person using the wheelbarrow when the bagholder 2 is in position as illustrated in FIGURES 1 and 2.
A plurality of piercing members 24 being upward extensions of legs, are spaced apart along the upper edge of the rim 8. As illustrated in FIGURE 1 the piercing members 24 extend upwardly from the upper edge of the rim 8.
Four legs 10 extend downwardly from the corners of the rim 8, arranged to sit over corresponding portions of wheelbarrow 6 when holder 2 is in position. Engagement means 12 in the form of inverted "U" shaped saddles are fitted on the lower ends 14 of the legs 10 to releasably engage by friction the arms 9 of the wheelbarrow 6 as illustrated. The front pair of legs 10 are of different lengths than the rear pair (FIGURE 2) so as to keep the rim 8 horizontal when in position on the arms 9 of the wheelbarrow 6 which arms 9 are conventionally angled upwardly, rearwardly.
Saddles 12 are of a form and size to conform to the diameter of the arms 9 of wheelbarrow 6 so that by exercising a small downward force each saddle 12 will be seated on and grip a corresponding portion of the arms 9. A pin 18 is then preferably passed through the opposite lo~er sides 22 of saddle 12 below wheelbarrow arms 9, to releasably lock holder 2 in position.
In operation the bag holder 2 is fitted on arms 9 of wheelbarrow 6 by applying a small downward force on the rim 8 with legs 10 and saddles 12 appropriately positioned over the wheelbarrow arms. The U-shaped saddles 12 become sealed over arms 9 and releasably grip such arms. The rim 8 remains in a horizontal plane because the forward pair of legs 10 are appropriately longer than the rearward pair (FIGURE 2). The perimeter of rim 8 defines a trapezoid to conform to arms 9 so that a bag suspended from rim 8 will fall between arms 9 as illustrated. Pins 18 are passed through the apertures 20 in saddles 12. A bag 4 is then inserted into the space between rim 8, legs 10 and arms 9 and is maintained in open position by folding the upper end of bag 4 over the piercing members 24. Appropriate clips or other conventional fastener means (not illustrated) may also be used to maintain the bag in an open position on the holder during operation.
For storage, pins 18 are removed from saddles 12, freeing 2~ 3 bagholder 2 to be lifted o~f arms 9 of wheelbarrow 6, for storage, once bag 4 has been removed from the holder.
Thus it i5 apparent that there has been provided in accordance with the invention Barrow Bagger that fully satisfies the objects, aims and advantages set forth above. While the invention has been described in conjunction with a specific embodiment thereof, it is evident that many alternatives, modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art in light of the foregoing description. Accordingly, it is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications and variations as fall within the spirit and broad scope of the invention.
Claims (9)
1. A flexible bag holder for use in conjunction with a wheelbarrow having spaced arms rearwardly and upwardly extending from a carrier body comprising:
a rim having sides circumscribing a space to receive a bag in open position, a plurality of legs downwardly depending from the rim at spaced locations about said rim; and means located at the lower ends of the legs to releasably engage the arms of the wheelbarrow.
a rim having sides circumscribing a space to receive a bag in open position, a plurality of legs downwardly depending from the rim at spaced locations about said rim; and means located at the lower ends of the legs to releasably engage the arms of the wheelbarrow.
2. The flexible bag holder of claim 1 wherein pairs of legs are of different lengths so as to operatively engage simultaneously the arms of the wheelbarrow so that the rim is in a horizontal orientation.
3. The flexible bag holder of claim 2 wherein engagement means on the lower ends of the legs are of inverted "U" shape so as to releasably engage by friction corresponding portions of the arms of a wheelbarrow when seated thereon.
4. The flexible bag holder according to claim 1 wherein the rim forms a planar trapezoidal shape.
5. The flexible bag holder of claim 4 wherein pairs of legs are of different lengths so as to operatively engage simultaneously the arms of the wheelbarrow so that the rim is in horizontal orientation.
6. The flexible bag holder of claim 2 wherein the number of legs is at least four.
7. The flexible bag holder of claim 6 wherein the rim forms a trapezoidal shape.
8. The flexible bag holder of claim 3 wherein the engagement means are further provided with releasable pin means to secure the engagement means in position on the arms of the wheelbarrow.
9. The flexible bag holder of claim 2 or 3 wherein the rim is provided with a plurality of spaced upward extensions, the extensions to pierce portions of the bag so that the bag remains in open position.
Priority Applications (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 2055063 CA2055063A1 (en) | 1991-11-06 | 1991-11-06 | Barrow bagger |
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| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA 2055063 CA2055063A1 (en) | 1991-11-06 | 1991-11-06 | Barrow bagger |
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| CA2055063A1 true CA2055063A1 (en) | 1993-05-07 |
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| CA 2055063 Abandoned CA2055063A1 (en) | 1991-11-06 | 1991-11-06 | Barrow bagger |
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Cited By (1)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO2004089719A2 (en) * | 2003-04-10 | 2004-10-21 | Rune Benneballe | Rack for a waste bag |
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Cited By (2)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WO2004089719A2 (en) * | 2003-04-10 | 2004-10-21 | Rune Benneballe | Rack for a waste bag |
| WO2004089719A3 (en) * | 2003-04-10 | 2004-11-11 | Rune Benneballe | Rack for a waste bag |
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Legal Events
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