CN116692612A

CN116692612A - Hose box assembly

Info

Publication number: CN116692612A
Application number: CN202310882795.2A
Authority: CN
Inventors: 托比阿斯·马克; 马丁·劳赫; 托比阿斯·斯赫莱赫尔; 亚历山大·蒂勒松
Original assignee: Husqvarna AB
Current assignee: Husqvarna AB
Priority date: 2019-02-22
Filing date: 2019-12-09
Publication date: 2023-09-05
Also published as: CN113286756B; CN116730123A; WO2020169232A1; CA3125528A1; EP3927640A1; CA3125528C; CN113286756A; CN116692613A; TW202031583A

Abstract

The application discloses a hose box assembly, which comprises a hose box, a bracket component and an anchor component, wherein the bracket component is connected to the bottom of the hose box; a wand member is connected to the top of the anchor member, and a bracket member is coupled to the wand member and configured to enable the hose box to be rotatably and removably engaged with respect to the anchor member.

Description

Hose box assembly

The application relates to a division application of a hose box assembly of a Chinese patent application No. 201980088307.2, wherein the application date is 2019, 12, 9.

Technical Field

The present disclosure relates to hose tank assemblies, and more particularly to structural aspects of hose tank assemblies.

Background

Hose reels are used to provide a fluid flow, such as water, in a space, such as a lawn, park, or the like. The hose reel may have an extended length of hose that may be used to provide a flow of fluid to a remote location relative to a fluid source, such as a faucet. Typically, the hose reels are enclosed in hose boxes so that the hose reels can be easily stored and carried as desired by the user.

Typically, a bracket may be used in combination with the hose box to hold the hose box in a predetermined position. In some cases, the bracket may be fixedly attached to the ground or a wall surface. Further, the hose box is movably mounted on the bracket. However, in many cases, the coupling between the bracket and the hose box can be complex and difficult for the user to disassemble. As a result, the user may have to install multiple hose boxes and associated brackets in desired locations, thereby increasing the user's system cost.

Furthermore, in many cases, such as when mounting the bracket to a wall surface, the rotational movement of the hose box relative to the bracket may be limited. As such, the operational flexibility and usability of the hose box may be limited. Furthermore, in many cases, the coupling between the hose box and the bracket may be weak and inefficient. In this way, the hose box can be easily separated from the support in case of unintentional movements and/or forces.

An example of a hose box is provided in U.S. patent 7,857,000 (hereinafter the' 000 reference). The' 000 reference discloses a garden hose assembly having an elongated post with a longitudinal axis and having an internal opening extending through at least a portion of the elongated post. An inlet coupling is provided on the elongated column for connection to a water hose. The housing is mounted to the top of the elongated column and includes an open interior region. The rotational coupling is operably connected to both the elongated post and the housing and connects the housing to the top of the elongated post such that the housing can rotate about the longitudinal axis of the elongated post. The hose reel is rotatably mounted within the housing and is rotatable about an axis extending through the housing. Further, a water supply line is connected to the inlet coupling and extends upwardly through the interior opening in the elongated column. The water supply line includes a first portion that generally extends from the inlet coupling to the rotary coupling and a second portion that extends from the rotary coupling to the hose reel. The second portion of the water supply line is rotatable with the housing as the housing rotates about the longitudinal axis of the elongate column.

U.S. patent reference 5,390,695 (hereinafter the' 695 reference) discloses a reel assembly for garden hose. The spool assembly includes a tubular hinge allowing the spool assembly to mate and mount with respect to the pin. The lower end of the pin is received in the tube and the open top is carried by a rod which is driven into the ground to mount the reel assembly on the ground. The hinge disclosed in the' 695 reference differs from the shape and configuration of the retaining member and mounting interface of the present application in that the flange portion of the mounting interface is releasably secured by the shoulder of the retaining member.

Accordingly, there is a need for an improved hose box assembly for such applications.

Disclosure of Invention

In view of the above, it is an object of the present application to solve or at least reduce the drawbacks discussed above. This object is at least partially achieved by a hose box assembly according to an embodiment of the present application. The hose box assembly includes a hose box having an axis. The hose box is adapted to receive a hose reel. The hose box includes a housing. The hose box includes a mounting interface disposed on the housing. The mounting interface extends away from the housing. The hose box further includes an inlet disposed on the housing and spaced apart relative to the mounting interface. The hose box further includes an outlet disposed on the housing and spaced apart relative to each of the mounting interface and the inlet. The hose box assembly further comprises a bracket member. The bracket member includes a receiving interface. The receiving interface is adapted to be rotatably and removably engaged with respect to the mounting interface of the hose box. The hose box assembly further comprises a retaining member. A retaining member is provided in association with each of the mounting interfaces of the hose box and the receiving interfaces of the bracket member. The retaining member is adapted to retain the mounting interface on the bracket member. In the hose box, the mounting interface includes a flange portion that extends away from the central axis. And the retaining member includes a shoulder extending toward the central axis such that the shoulder is disposed over the flange portion to retain the mounting interface on the bracket member. Furthermore, the centre of gravity of the hose box is located on the axis. The receiving interface is disposed in axial alignment relative to the axis. In this way, the hose box can be easily assembled and separated from the bracket member, which is fixed in an assembled state by the holding member. Thus providing improved usability. Further, in the case where a plurality of bracket members may be provided in a space such as a lawn, for example, a single hose box may be installed on any one of the plurality of bracket members as required, thereby providing improved flexibility, portability, and productivity.

According to an embodiment of the application, the holding member is adapted to rotatably and removably couple the mounting interface of the hose box with respect to the receiving interface of the bracket member. As such, the hose box assembly provides a full 360 degree rotation of the hose box relative to the bracket member, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility. More specifically, the hose box may be rotated in any selected direction based on operational requirements without requiring frequent alignment and adjustment of the hose box relative to the bracket member.

According to an embodiment of the application, the holding member is coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box via an interlocking surface in an releasable manner. Further, the retaining member is releasably coupled to the receiving interface of the bracket member via a threaded connection. In this manner, the interlocking surfaces and threaded connections facilitate coupling of the retaining member to each of the hose box and bracket member, respectively, with reduced complexity, reduced user effort, and reduced user skill, which in turn facilitates assembly. In other embodiments, the retaining member may be releasably coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box and/or the receiving interface of the bracket member via any other connection (such as a bayonet connection, interlocking tabs/surfaces, snap elements, etc.), in turn improving flexibility.

According to an embodiment of the application, the holding member has a separate configuration. In this way, the retaining member may be easily coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box with reduced complexity, reduced user effort, and reduced user skill, which in turn facilitates assembly.

According to an embodiment of the application, the inner surface of the holding member has a substantially circular configuration. In this manner, the retaining member provides a complete 360 degree rotation of the hose box relative to the bracket member, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility.

According to an embodiment of the application, the holding member is coupled to each of the mounting interface of the hose box and the receiving interface of the bracket member via interlocking surfaces. As such, the interlocking surfaces facilitate coupling of the retaining member to each of the hose box and the bracket member with reduced complexity, reduced user effort, and reduced user skill, which in turn facilitates assembly.

According to an embodiment of the application, the holding member has a substantially semicircular configuration. In this way, the retaining member may be easily coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box and the receiving interface of the bracket member with reduced complexity, reduced user effort and reduced user skill, which in turn facilitates assembly. Furthermore, the retaining member provides a complete 360 degree rotation of the hose box relative to the bracket member, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility.

According to an embodiment of the application, the holding member is made of a material selected from one or more of a polymer, a plastic and a metal. In this manner, a variety of material choices may be used to manufacture the retaining member, in turn providing manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality.

According to an embodiment of the application, the mounting interface is provided on the bottom of the hose box. In this way, static and dynamic forces of the hose box can be effectively transferred to the bracket member via the mounting interface, which in turn provides product stability, durability and service life.

According to an embodiment of the application, the mounting interface is axially aligned with respect to the centre of gravity of the hose box. In this way, static forces of the hose box can be effectively transferred to the bracket member via the mounting interface, which in turn provides product stability, durability and service life.

According to an embodiment of the application, each of the mounting interface of the hose box and the receiving interface of the bracket member has a substantially circular configuration. In this way, a complete 360 degree rotation of the hose box relative to the bracket member is achieved, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility. Further, the hose box may be rotated in any selected direction based on operational requirements without requiring frequent alignment and adjustment of the hose box relative to the bracket member.

According to an embodiment of the application, the hose box has a substantially circular configuration. In this way, the hose box may have a minimum footprint based on the size of the hose reel, which in turn provides a compact and efficient package.

According to an embodiment of the application, the lever member is coupled to the bracket member. The lever member is adapted to removably mount the bracket member on the ground. In this way, the wand member can mount the hose box via the cradle member at any desired position on the ground, in turn providing improved operational flexibility and usability.

According to an embodiment of the application, the rod member is made of a material selected from one or more of a polymer, a plastic and a metal. In this manner, a variety of material choices may be used to manufacture the rod member, which in turn provides manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality. Further, the rod member is adapted to be coupled to any attachment, such as an anchor member, a seat member, or the like.

According to an embodiment of the application, the anchor member is adapted to be removably coupled to the rod member. The anchor member is adapted to removably mount the rod member on the ground. In this manner, the anchor member may mount the hose box via the bracket member and the wand member at any desired location on the ground, in turn providing improved operational flexibility and usability.

According to an embodiment of the present application, the anchor member is made of a material selected from one or more of a polymer, a plastic and a metal. In this manner, a variety of material choices may be used to fabricate the anchor member, in turn providing manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality.

According to an embodiment of the application, the bracket member is removably mounted to the wall surface using at least one fastening element. In this way, the hose box can be mounted via the bracket member at any desired position on the wall surface, which in turn provides for an efficient use of the available space and improved flexibility.

According to an embodiment of the application, the bracket member has a substantially conical configuration. In this manner, the bracket member has a simple and efficient design, thereby providing reduced structural complexity and manufacturing convenience. Furthermore, the tapered structure may effectively transfer forces from the hose box to the anchor member through the bracket member and the stem member, thereby providing improved product stability, durability, and service life.

According to an embodiment of the application, each of the hose box and the bracket member is made of a material selected from one or more of a polymer, a plastic and a metal. In this manner, a variety of material choices may be used to manufacture each of the hose box and the bracket member, in turn providing manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality.

According to an embodiment of the application, the hose box, the bracket member, the holding member, the rod member and/or the anchor member are manufactured by three-dimensional printing. The use of three-dimensional printing (optionally, 3D printing) provides versatility in using different materials and less lead time in manufacturing and designing hose boxes, bracket members, retaining members, pole members, and/or anchor members.

According to an embodiment of the application, the data file comprises pre-stored instructions for printing the hose box, the bracket member, the holding member, the rod member and/or the anchor member by means of a three-dimensional printer. As such, various customization options may be provided for the hose box, bracket member, retaining member, stem member, and/or anchor member.

According to an embodiment of the application, the hose box, the bracket member, the holding member, the rod member and/or the anchor member are presented in a digital format. The hose box, bracket member, retaining member, stem member and/or anchor member may be made available in digital format according to compatibility with the prior art, among other factors such as safety, user convenience, etc.

Other features and aspects of the present application will become apparent from the following description and the accompanying drawings.

Drawings

The application will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

FIG. 1 illustrates an exploded perspective view of a hose box assembly according to an embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 2 illustrates a perspective view of a retaining member of the hose tank assembly of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 3 illustrates an exploded perspective view of another hose box assembly according to another embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 4 illustrates a side view of the hose tank assembly of FIG. 3 in an assembled position in accordance with an embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 5 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a portion of the hose tank assembly of FIG. 4 in an assembled position in accordance with an embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 6 illustrates an exploded perspective view of another hose box assembly according to another embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 7 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a portion of the hose tank assembly of FIG. 6 in an assembled position in accordance with an embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 8 illustrates a perspective view of a retaining member of the hose tank assembly of FIG. 6, in accordance with an embodiment of the present application; and

fig. 9 illustrates a side view of the hose box assembly of fig. 6 in an assembled position, according to an embodiment of the present application.

Detailed Description

The present application will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which example embodiments of the application are shown, in which one or more aspects of the application are incorporated. This application may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the application to those skilled in the art. For example, one or more aspects of the present application may be used with other embodiments, and even with other types of structures and/or methods. In the drawings, like numbering represents like elements.

Certain terminology is used herein for convenience only and is not to be taken as a limitation on the present application. For example, "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "side", "longitudinal", "transverse", "laterally", "upward", "downward", "forward", "rearward", "sideways", "left", "right", "horizontal", "vertical", "upward", "inner", "outer", "inward", "outward", "top", "bottom", "upper", "above", "below", "central", "intermediate", "between", "distal", "adjacent", "parallel", "oblique", "proximal", "near", "distal", "remote", "radial", "circumferential", etc. describe only the configuration shown in the drawings. Indeed, the components may be positioned in any orientation and, as such, the terms are to be understood as encompassing such variations unless specified otherwise.

Referring to FIG. 1, an exploded perspective view of one embodiment of a hose box assembly 100 is shown. Hose box assembly 100 will hereinafter be interchangeably referred to as "assembly 100". The assembly 100 may be adapted to provide a fluid flow, such as water, in a space (such as a garden, park, lawn, field, playground, etc.) surrounding the assembly 100. The assembly 100 may be used for a variety of activities such as gardening, agriculture, irrigation, and the like.

The assembly 100 includes a hose box 102. Hose box 102 defines an axis X-X 'such that a center of gravity CG of hose box 102 is located on axis X-X'. It should be noted that the locations of the CG shown in the drawings are merely exemplary and may vary. The hose box 102 is adapted to rotatably receive a hose (not shown). In the stowed position, the hose is adapted to be selectively wrapped within the hose box 102. In the operative position, the hose (not shown) is adapted to be selectively unwound from the hose reel to allow the hose to be withdrawn from the hose box 102. As such, the hose may extend from the hose box 102 to provide fluid flow.

Hose box 102 includes a housing 104. The housing 104 has a split configuration including a first half 106 and a second half 108. Each of the first and second halves 106, 108 are removably coupled to each other using one or more fasteners 110, such as screws or bolts. In other embodiments, each of the first and second halves 106, 108 may be coupled to each other using any other fastening method (such as tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). Further, in some embodiments, the housing 104 may include multiple portions based on application requirements.

The housing 104 includes a top 112, a bottom 114, and sides 116, 118. An axis X-X' extends between the top 112 and the bottom 114. Each of the side portions 116, 118 are disposed opposite each other and between each of the top portion 112 and the bottom portion 114. In the illustrated embodiment, the housing 104 has a generally hollow circular configuration. In other embodiments, the housing 104 may have any other configuration, such as rectangular, oval, etc. The housing 104 is adapted to rotatably enclose a hose.

Hose box 102 includes a mounting interface 120. In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting interface 120 is integral with respect to the hose box 102. In other embodiments, the mounting interface 120 may be a separate element coupled to the hose box 102. The mounting interface 120 is disposed on the housing 104. More specifically, the mounting interface 120 is disposed on the bottom 114 of the housing 104 and extends away from the housing 104. The mounting interface 120 is axially aligned with respect to the axis X-X'. As such, the mounting interface 120 is axially aligned with respect to the CG. The mounting interface 120 has a generally circular configuration.

Hose box 102 includes an inlet 122. Inlet 122 is disposed on housing 104 and is spaced apart relative to mounting interface 120. More specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, inlet 122 is disposed on side 116. In some embodiments, the inlet 122 may be provided on any of the top 112, bottom 114, or side 118 of the housing 104 based on application requirements. Furthermore, in the illustrated embodiment, inlet 122 is disposed generally perpendicular relative to axis X-X'. In other embodiments, inlet 122 may be tilted with respect to axis X-X' based on application requirements. Inlet 122 is provided in fluid communication with the hose reel. Inlet 122 is adapted to receive a fluid flow from an external fluid source (not shown).

Hose box 102 includes an outlet 124. The outlet 124 is provided on the housing 104. More specifically, outlet 124 is disposed in spaced relation to each of mounting interface 120 and inlet 122. In the illustrated embodiment, the outlet 124 is disposed on the top 112 of the housing 104. In other embodiments, the outlet 124 may be provided on any other portion of the housing 104, such as the bottom 114. The outlet 124 is adapted to allow the hose to selectively exit and enter the housing 104.

Any material (such as polymers, metals, plastics, etc.) may be used to make hose box 102. Any process (such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc.) may be used to manufacture hose box 102. In some embodiments, hose box 102 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing (also referred to as additive manufacturing or 3D printing). In this case, the user of the hose box 102 may be provided with a data file having pre-stored instructions to print the hose box 102 by a three-dimensional printer (not shown). This may enable custom designs or any modifications (if needed) with minimal effort. The hose box 102 may be conveniently presented in digital format, taking into account the type of application or end user preferences, among other factors.

In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly 100 includes a ground support member 126. The floor support member 126 has a split configuration including a first half 128 and a second half 130. Each of the first half 128 and the second half 130 are removably coupled to each other using one or more fasteners 132, such as screws or bolts. In other embodiments, each of the first half 128 and the second half 130 may be coupled to each other using any other fastening method (such as tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). In some embodiments, the ground support member 126 may comprise multiple sections based on application requirements. In some embodiments, the ground support members 126 may have a one-piece construction. In the illustrated embodiment, the ground support members 126 have a generally conical configuration. In other embodiments, the ground support members 126 may have any other configuration, such as rectangular, trapezoidal, etc.

The assembly 100 includes a lever member 134. The lever member 134 has a generally elongated configuration. The rod member 134 is axially aligned with respect to the axis X-X'. In the illustrated embodiment, the lever member 134 is integrally formed with the ground bracket member 126. In other embodiments, the rod member 134 may be coupled to the ground bracket member 126 using any fastening method (such as adhesive, bolting, interlocking surfaces, tabs, etc.). The lever member 134 is adapted to removably mount the floor support member 126 to a floor (not shown). In some embodiments, the wand member 134 may be coupled to a stand member (not shown) in order to mount the floor bracket member 126 and hose box 102 on the floor.

The shaft member 134 can be made from any material, such as polymers, metals, plastics, etc. The stem member 134 can be manufactured using any process, such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc. In some embodiments, the stem member 134 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, the user of the lever member 134 may be provided with a data file having pre-stored instructions to print the lever member 134 by a three-dimensional printer. This may enable custom designs or any modifications (if needed) with minimal effort. The lever member 134 may be conveniently presented in a digital format, taking into account the type of application or end user preferences, among other factors.

The assembly 100 also includes an anchor member 136. The anchor member 136 has a generally elongated configuration. The anchor member 136 is adapted to be disposed in axial alignment relative to the axis X-X'. The anchor member 136 is adapted to be removably coupled to the rod member 134. In the illustrated embodiment, the anchor member 136 includes a receiving portion 138. The receiving portion 138 is adapted to removably receive the lever member 134. In other embodiments, the anchor member 136 may be coupled to the rod member 134 using any fastening method (such as threaded coupling, bolting, tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). In other embodiments, the anchor member 136 may be integrally formed with the stem member 134.

The anchor member 136 also includes a ground engaging portion 140. The ground engaging portion 140 is disposed adjacent the receiving portion 138. In the illustrated embodiment, the ground engaging portion 140 has a screw-type configuration. In other embodiments, ground engaging portion 140 may include any other configuration, such as a fork-like configuration. The ground engaging portion 140 is adapted to be inserted into the ground. Accordingly, the anchor member 136 is adapted to removably mount the rod member 134 to the ground.

The anchor member 136 can be made using any material, such as polymers, metals, plastics, etc. The anchor member 136 can be manufactured using any process, such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc. In some embodiments, the anchor member 136 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, the user of the anchor member 136 may be provided with a data file having pre-stored instructions to print the anchor member 136 by a three-dimensional printer. This may enable custom designs or any modifications (if needed) with minimal effort. The anchor member 136 may be conveniently presented in a digital format, taking into account the type of application or end user preferences, among other factors.

The assembly 100 further includes a retaining member 142. In the illustrated embodiment, the retaining member 142 is a two-piece element and is integral with respect to the ground bracket member 126. In other embodiments, the retaining member 142 may be a separate element relative to the ground bracket member 126. The retaining member 142 is adapted for axial alignment relative to the axis X-X'. Another embodiment of the holding member 201 will be described in more detail with reference to fig. 2 and 3. Referring to fig. 2, a perspective view of a retaining member 201 is shown. The holding member 201 has a substantially circular configuration. In the depicted exemplary embodiment, the retaining member 201 has a split configuration including a first portion 202 and a second portion 204. The first portion 202 has a similar configuration to that of the second portion 204. Each of the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 are coupled to each other to form a generally annular configuration. Each of the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 may be coupled to each other using any fastening method (such as tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). In another embodiment, the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 of the retaining member 201 may be integral with respect to one another to form a single piece retaining member.

The holding member 201 includes a channel portion 206. The channel portion 206 is provided on an inner surface 208 of the holding member 201. The channel portion 206 is adapted to removably and rotatably receive the mounting interface 120. The retaining member 201 also includes a retaining threaded portion 210. In the illustrated embodiment, the retaining threaded portion 210 is disposed on an outer surface 212 of the retaining member 201. In other embodiments, the retaining threaded portion 210 may be disposed on the inner surface 208 of the retaining member 201. The retaining threaded portion 210 is adapted to be removably coupled to the ground bracket member 126.

Referring to fig. 3 and 4, an exploded view and an assembled view, respectively, of another embodiment of an assembly 300 is shown. Referring to fig. 3, the assembly 300 includes the hose box 102, the mounting interface 120, and the retaining member 201, as described with reference to fig. 2. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly 300 further includes a wall bracket member 302. In the illustrated embodiment, the wall bracket member 302 has a generally curved L-shaped configuration defining an axis Y-Y'. In other embodiments, the wall bracket member 302 may have any other configuration, such as a J-configuration, a T-configuration, and the like. The wall bracket member 302 is adapted to be removably mounted to the wall surface 402 (as shown in fig. 4) such that the axis Y-Y' is substantially parallel to the wall surface 402. The wall bracket member 302 may be mounted to the wall surface 402 using one or more fasteners 304, such as screws or bolts.

Wall bracket member 302 includes a receiving interface 306. The receiving interface 306 includes a receiving threaded portion 308. Upon assembly of the hose tank 102 on the wall bracket member 302, the mounting interface 120 of the hose tank 102 is rotatably and removably received in the channel portion 206 of the retaining member 201. Further, the retaining threaded portion 210 of the retaining member 201 is removably coupled to the receiving threaded portion 308 of the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302. As such, as shown in FIG. 4, hose box 102 is rotatably and removably mounted on wall bracket member 302. Accordingly, the hose box 102 may be selectively mounted on either the floor bracket member 126 or the wall bracket member 302 to mount the hose box 102 on the floor or the wall surface 402, respectively, based on the application requirements.

Referring to fig. 5, a cross-sectional view of the mounting interface 120, wall bracket member 302, and retaining member 201 of fig. 4 is shown in an assembled position. Wall bracket member 302 includes a receiving interface 306. The receiving interface 306 has a generally circular configuration. The receiving interface 306 includes a receiving threaded portion 308. In the illustrated embodiment, the receiving threaded portion 308 is disposed on an inner surface 502 of the receiving interface 306. In other embodiments, the receiving threaded portion 308 may be disposed on the outer surface 504 of the receiving interface 306. The receiving interface 306 is disposed in axial alignment with respect to the axis X-X' and is associated with the mounting interface 120. Accordingly, the receiving interface 306 is adapted to be rotatably and removably coupled with respect to the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102.

In the assembled position, the retaining member 201 is disposed in association with each of the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102 and the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302. As such, the retaining member 201 is adapted to retain the mounting interface 120 on the wall bracket member 302. More specifically, the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102 is received in the channel portion 206 of the retaining member 201.

Further, the retaining thread portion 210 is threadably coupled to the receiving thread portion 308. Thus, the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302 is removably coupled to the retaining member 201 by a threaded connection. As such, the retaining member 201 is adapted to rotatably and removably couple the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102 relative to the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302. In addition, the mounting interface 120 includes a flange portion 506. Flange portion 506 extends away from axis X-X'. Further, the retaining member 201 includes a shoulder 508. Shoulder 508 extends toward axis X-X' and is disposed in association with flange portion 506. In the assembled position, the shoulder 508 is disposed above the flange portion 506 to retain the mounting interface 120 on the wall bracket member 302. It will be appreciated that the threaded coupling of retaining member 302 used in the depicted example is merely exemplary. In any other embodiment, the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302 may be removably coupled to the retaining member 201 using any other fastening method (such as interlocking surfaces, tabs, snap elements, bayonet couplings, etc.).

Referring to fig. 6 and 7, an exploded view and a partial cross-sectional view, respectively, of another embodiment of an assembly 600 is shown. As shown in fig. 6, the assembly 600 includes the hose box 102 and the mounting interface 120 as described with reference to fig. 1, 2, and 3. The assembly 600 also includes a retaining member 602. The retaining member 602 will be described in more detail below with reference to fig. 8. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly 600 further includes a wall bracket member 604. In the illustrated embodiment, the wall bracket member 604 has a generally curved L-shaped configuration defining an axis Z-Z'. In other embodiments, the wall bracket member 604 may have any other configuration, such as a J-configuration, a T-configuration, and the like. The wall bracket member 604 is adapted to be removably mounted to the wall surface 402 such that the axis Z-Z' is substantially parallel to the wall surface 402. The wall bracket member 604 may be mounted to the wall surface 402 using one or more fasteners 606, such as screws or bolts.

As shown in fig. 6 and 7, the wall bracket member 604 includes a receiving interface 608. The receiving interface 608 has a generally circular configuration. The receiving interface 608 includes a base 610. The base 610 has a generally flat and circular configuration. The base 610 includes a plurality of slots 612. Each of the slots 612 are disposed spaced apart and parallel to one another. The receiving interface 608 also includes a receiving slot portion 614. The receiving slot portion 614 is disposed adjacent to and associated with the base 610. The receiving slot portion 614 has a generally semi-circular configuration. The receiving slot portion 614 is adapted to rotatably and removably receive a portion of the mounting interface 120. As such, the receiving slot portion 614 provides an interlocking surface to removably engage with respect to the mounting interface 120.

Referring to fig. 8, a perspective view of the retaining member 602 is shown. The retaining member 602 has a generally semi-circular configuration. More specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, each of the inner surface 806 and the outer surface 808 of the retaining member 602 has a semi-circular configuration. In other embodiments, the outer surface 808 of the retaining member 602 may have any other configuration, such as rectangular. The retaining member 602 includes a retaining groove portion 802. The retaining slot portion 802 is adapted to rotatably and removably receive the remainder of the mounting interface 120. As such, the retention slot portion 802 provides an interlocking surface to removably engage with respect to the mounting interface 120. The retaining member 602 also includes a plurality of ribs 804. Each of the ribs 804 is disposed spaced apart and parallel to one another. Each of the ribs 804 is adapted to be removably received in each of the slots 612, respectively. As such, each of the ribs 804 and each of the slots 612 provide an interlocking surface to removably engage the retaining member 602 relative to the receiving interface 608.

Referring to fig. 6, 7,8 and 9 in combination, during assembly of the hose tank 102 to the wall bracket member 604, the mounting interface 120 is mounted to the receiving interface 608 of the wall bracket member 604. More specifically, a portion of the mounting interface 120 is removably and rotatably received in the receiving slot portion 614 of the receiving interface 608. Further, the retaining member 602 is aligned with respect to each of the mounting interface 120 of the hose tank 102 and the receiving interface 608 of the wall bracket member 604. More specifically, the remainder of the mounting interface 120 is removably and rotatably received in the retaining slot portion 802 of the retaining member 602. Further, each of the ribs 804 of the retaining member 602 is removably received in each of the slots 612 of the receiving interface 608, respectively. Thus, as shown in fig. 9, hose box 102 is removably and rotatably mounted on wall bracket member 604 using mounting interface 120, receiving interface 608, and retaining member 602.

The retaining members 142, 201, 602 may be made using any material, such as polymers, metals, plastics, etc. The retaining members 142, 201, 602 may be manufactured using any process, such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc. In some embodiments, the retaining members 142, 201, 602 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, the user of the holding member 142, 201, 602 may be provided with a data file having pre-stored instructions to print the holding member 142, 201, 602 by a three-dimensional printer. This may enable custom designs or any modifications (if needed) with minimal effort. The retaining members 142, 201, 602 may be conveniently presented in a digital format, taking into account the type of application or end user preferences, among other factors.

Any material (such as polymers, metals, plastics, etc.) may be used to make the floor bracket member 126 and/or the wall bracket members 302, 604. Any process (such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc.) may be used to manufacture the floor bracket member 126 and/or the wall bracket members 302, 604. In some embodiments, the floor bracket member 126 and/or the wall bracket members 302, 604 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, a user of the floor bracket member 126 and/or the wall bracket member 302, 604 may be provided with a data file having pre-stored instructions to print the floor bracket member 126 and/or the wall bracket member 302, 604 by a three-dimensional printer. This may enable custom designs or any modifications (if needed) with minimal effort. The floor bracket member 126 and/or wall bracket members 302, 604 may be conveniently presented in digital format, taking into account the type of application or end user preference, among other factors.

In the drawings and specification, there have been disclosed preferred embodiments and examples of the application and, although specific terms are employed, they are used in a generic and descriptive sense only and not for purposes of limitation, the scope of the application being set forth in the following claims.

Element list

100: hose box assembly/assembly

102: hose box

104: shell body

106: first half part

108: second half part

110: fastening piece

112: top part

114: bottom part

116: side portion

118: side portion

120: mounting interface

122: an inlet

124: an outlet

126: ground support member

128: first half part

130: second half part

132: fastening piece

134: rod component

136: anchor member

138: receiving part

140: ground engaging portion

142: retaining member

201: retaining member

202: first part

204: second part

206: channel portion

208: inner surface

210: retaining threaded portion

212: outer surface

300: hose box assembly/assembly

302: wall bracket component

304: fastening piece

306: receiving interface

308: receiving threaded portion

402: wall surface

502: inner surface

504: outer surface

506: flange portion

508: shoulder part

600: hose box assembly/assembly

602: retaining member

604: wall bracket component

606: fastening piece

608: receiving interface

610: base part

612: slot groove

614: receiving slot portion

802: retaining groove portion

804: ribs

806: inner surface

808: outer surface

X-X': an axis line

Y-Y': an axis line

Z-Z': an axis line

CG: center of gravity

Claims

1. A hose box assembly (100) comprising:

a hose box (102), the hose box (102) comprising:

a housing (104); and

-a mounting interface (120) provided at the bottom of the housing (104) and extending away from the housing (104), the mounting interface (120) comprising a flange portion extending away from a central axis (X-X') of the hose box (102);

a bracket member (126) having a split configuration including a first half and a second half, the first half and the second half being removably coupled to one another, the mounting interface (120) being configured to be retainable on the bracket member (126);

a rod member (134) coupled to the bracket member (126); and

an anchor member (136) adapted to be removably coupled to the shank member (134) and adapted to removably mount the shank member (134) on the ground,

it is characterized in that the method comprises the steps of,

the hose box assembly (100) further comprises a retaining member (142), the retaining member (142) being integral with respect to the bracket member (126) and having a split configuration comprising a first portion (202) and a second portion (204),

the retaining member (142) includes a shoulder extending toward the central axis (X-X') such that the shoulder is disposed above the flange portion to retain the mounting interface (120) on the bracket member (126) and

the first portion (202) of the retaining member (142) is unlockably coupled to each of the mounting interface (120) of the hose box (102) and the second portion (204) of the retaining member (142) via an interlocking surface, wherein the first portion (202) has a configuration that is form-fit with the second portion (204).

2. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 1, wherein the anchor member (136) includes a ground engaging portion (140), the ground engaging portion (140) having a screw-type configuration.

3. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 1, wherein the anchor member (136) further comprises a receiving portion (138), the receiving portion (138) being adapted to removably receive the stem member (134).

4. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 1, wherein the first half and the second half have a symmetrical configuration to each other.

5. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 1, wherein the first portion (202) and the second portion (204) have a symmetrical configuration to one another.

6. A hose box assembly (100) includes a hose box (102), a bracket member (126), and an anchor member (136),

it is characterized in that the method comprises the steps of,

the bracket member (126) is connected to the bottom of the hose box (102); at the top of the anchor member (136) a stem member (134) is connected, the bracket member (126) being coupled to the stem member (134) and configured to rotatably and removably engage the hose box (102) relative to the anchor member (136).

7. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 6, wherein the anchor member (136) includes a ground engaging portion (140), the ground engaging portion (140) having a screw-type configuration.

8. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 6, wherein the anchor member (136) further comprises a receiving portion (138), the receiving portion (138) adapted to removably receive the stem member (134).

9. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 6, wherein the bracket member (126) has a split configuration including a first half and a second half, the first half and the second half being removably coupled to each other, the first half and the second half having a symmetrical configuration to each other.

10. The hose box assembly (100) of claim 6, wherein the hose box assembly (100) further comprises a retaining member (142), the retaining member (142) being integral with respect to the bracket member (126) and having a separated configuration comprising a first portion (202) and a second portion (204), the first portion (202) and the second portion (204) having a symmetrical configuration to one another.