DE102009004250A1 - Dispensing device for flowing medium, particularly cleaning medium, has receptacle with rotating dispensing element, where dispensing element delimits receiving space for medium flowing in one direction - Google Patents

Abstract

The dispensing device has a receptacle with a rotating dispensing element. The dispensing element delimits a receiving space for a medium flowing in one direction. The receiving space is formed by the receptacle. The dispensing element is arranged in an opening (8) of the receptacle.

Description

The The present invention relates to a dispenser for a flowable medium. Such dispensing devices are known from the prior art. For example, soap dispensers known, which at the touch of a liquid soap, for example for washing hands, spend. In this case, these devices usually an outlet valve through which the soap on the Hands of the user passes.

Farther are for body care also called wet wipes known, for example, for infant and toddler cleaning be used. However, such wet wipes are doing They are relatively impractical to use because they are mostly portable Packages are kept, and often not available then stand when needed. Furthermore, it should be noted that such disinfectants are professional and also strategic should be used. A habitual one Use in the household, however, is rather disadvantageous. Also an improper one Application can lead to drug resistance, in particular Active ingredient concentration and exposure time are too low.

From the DE 199 02 301 A1 is a toilet paper moisturizer known. This humidifier has a container on which a liquid dispenser is arranged. On one side of the container, a nozzle or a rotatable ball is provided, which protrudes upwards out of the container. However, this device does not allow replacement of this ball or container, but only by removing a lid, the container can be refilled. Thus, in particular over the said ball or nozzle or the container with time dirt and pollution occur.

From the DE 203 18 171 U1 is a spray bottle for coating toilet paper known. This spray bottle has a spray head, which is used to moisten the toilet paper.

The DE 100 02 903 A1 describes a dosing dispenser. This dosing dispenser is used to apply a certain substance in required dose on toilet paper. The DE 20 2006 002 677 U1 describes a tank for moistening toilet paper, which is integrated in a lid or the system of a toilet paper holder. This device is relatively complicated to use.

From the DE 201 08 351 U1 a toilet paper dispenser for the production of wet and dry paper is known. This toilet paper dispenser is at the same time able to receive a roll of toilet paper, wherein a roller is provided, which presses against the toilet paper. Thus, in this device, the user can not decide whether toilet paper should be moistened, but this is moistened regularly.

Also from the DE 20 2005 001 106 U1 a device for moistening toilet paper is known. However, this device has a plurality of rollers or conveyor belts that partially submerge in a water tank and that transport the water by movement for contact with the paper to be moistened. Thus, this device is relatively expensive and therefore costly.

Of the The present invention is therefore based on the object, a dispensing device for a flowable medium available to make, which in the production simple and therefore cost-effective is. In addition, the operation of this system should be easy and preferably also allows a simplified refilling become. These objects are achieved by the invention achieved the subject matter of claim 1. Advantageous embodiments and further developments are the subject of the dependent claims.

A Dispensing device according to the invention for a flowable medium, in particular a cleaning medium, has a holding element to the dispenser on a substantially in a vertical direction extending wall portion to arrange. Furthermore, a receiving container arranged on the holding element provided for receiving the flowable medium. According to the invention the receptacle on a rotatable dispensing element, which a receiving space formed by the receptacle for limits the flowable medium in one direction, wherein the dispensing element in an opening of the receptacle is arranged and a substantially rotationally symmetrical shape and wherein the receiving space in an assembled state of the receptacle above the opening is arranged.

It It is thus proposed to provide a dispensing device whose Donor element predominantly below the receptacle and thus also below the flowable substance is arranged. Thus, the receptacle is in operation upside down and preferably the donation element projects downwards out of the receptacle.

Preferably, the diameter of the dispensing element is larger than a diameter of the opening of the receptacle. In this way it is prevented that the dispensing element from the Öff tion and thus fall out of the receptacle. Thus, the dispensing element is preferably held by the receiving opening or its cross section.

It This will provide a donor, in particular to serve after a toilet a purifying and nourishing To produce effect in the toilet paper as desired, in particular by rolling on the dispenser, wetted with the liquid becomes. In addition, this also reduces the consumption of toilet paper and expensive and harmful wet wipes replaced. In addition, however, the present invention also used in the field of infant and toddler hygiene become.

Preferably the dispensing element has a spherical shape. However, it would also be possible for the donation element has a cylindrical structure and thus around a fixed axis turns. If the donation element is a spherical Shape, it may preferably be rotated about a plurality of axes of rotation become.

at A further advantageous embodiment is the receptacle detachably arranged on the holding element. So it is conceivable, for example that the holding element is screwed by means of screws to a wall is and in each case for refilling the recording container is removed from this. But it would also be possible the entire dispenser in one piece, for example, using of suction cups, train.

In order to However, it is preferred that the total be refillable Dispenser system described, which is an exchange of the donation element allows with the receptacle. The holding element can remain mounted during replacement. Also a bottom still in the Detail described decorative cover can be preserved. To this Way is through a regular exchange Increased hygiene is achieved and, as a result, is too no excessive amount of preservatives and the like necessary. This in turn allows that the appropriate cleaning fluid not just one cleansing effect, but also have a nourishing effect can.

Farther allows the device according to the invention a high ease of use, as it is one-handed. More precisely, the toilet paper or folded paper over the said donor roller or the donation element are pulled. In this way, a high degree of flexibility as you can not, as compared to some devices From the state of the art, is always forced to use toilet paper to moisten, but this can choose yourself.

Farther Is it possible to clean the care or hygiene agent with to apply a uniform film and thus cheap To achieve cleaning results. In addition, it prevents that this disinfectant or cleaning agent on the hand device or too concentrated on a certain area becomes, as for example with spray heads is conceivable.

In the mentioned variants is the receptacle each arranged on the holding element. It would be, however also possible, only the receptacle for example, as a portable model, which can be taken by the user. In this case However, preferably also a cap is provided which the Cover donation element to avoid soiling in this way.

When viscous medium come very different Means for disinfecting or destroying germs as especially but not exclusively, agents containing sodium hypochlorite, Chlorine, chlorine dioxide, iodine, aldehydes, ethylene oxide, peracetic acid, Alcohols, phenols and the like. In addition, the flowable Medium also have active substances which spores germ-incapable make such as sporicides.

at a further advantageous embodiment are the Receptacle and the holding element over a Connection and in particular a threaded connection with each other in detachable connection. In addition to a threaded connection could but also bayonet-type connections or the like provided be. However, a threaded connection offers the advantage that they is to produce in a particularly cost-effective manner. By the solubility of the receptacle can new loading of the dispenser in a particularly simple Be achieved by the fact that the receptacle removed together with the donation element and a new one already filled receptacle is used. It However, it would also be possible, the receptacle to refill with a flowable medium. Preferably, the holding element has an annular opening with an internal thread, the receptacle can be screwed into this internal thread.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the Retaining a holding plate for mounting on a wall element. It is possible, for example, that said holding plate to the wall is screwed and the above-mentioned circular opening essentially perpendicular to a plane of this holding plate extends.

Preferably is the receptacle in a longitudinal direction of the receptacle longer than the holding element. This is advantageous if, as mentioned, the receptacle is preferably screwed into the retaining element, since then a single or unscrewing by hand is relatively easy, without this hinders the holding element.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the Receptacle one in the direction of the opening tapered and in particular conical end portion on, in which the opening is arranged. Through this conical end section can the dispensing element within the receptacle be held or prevented from falling out. It However, it could also be inside the container a suspension, such as a shaft, be provided, wherein in turn, the dispensing element rotatable with respect to this shaft could be arranged. This embodiment However, it is more complicated than the embodiment with the conical end portion.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the Receptacle a sealing device made of a flexible Material on which the donation element at least partially rests. This sealing device can be in the said conical Be formed end portion or the conical end portion can even be designed as a sealing device.

preferably, the dispensing element is fully circumferentially on the sealing device on, so that at the same time allows a seal and in this way the flowable medium can not escape from the container unintentionally, but only as a result of rotation of the dispensing element. This rotation is while still preferred with a pressure on the donor element combined above. For this purpose, the dispensing element preferably has a light weight Play upward or towards the interior of the container, on.

at In another advantageous embodiment, the dispensing element is and / or the receiving element and / or the holding element made of a plastic manufactured. In this way is a particularly cost-effective Production of the entire dispenser possible. Prefers at least one of the elements mentioned is one Injection molded part.

at A further advantageous embodiment is the dispensing element not tight with respect to the receptacle arranged, but has a predetermined game up. However, it can also be inside the receptacle other limiting devices, for example, openings with a lower cross-section compared to the dispensing element be provided, which is a too wide movement of the donation element limit to the top.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the Dispensing device arranged on a holding element cover on which the receptacle in an assembled state at least partially surrounds. It is preferably this cover pushed onto the holding element and in particular in a longitudinal direction of the receptacle aufschiebbar.

at A further advantageous embodiment is the flowable Substance a liquid detergent. It is, however the viscosity of this liquid is designed such that the liquid does not come on its own, d. H. without operation of the dispensing element, can emerge from the receptacle.

at a further advantageous embodiment, the Retaining element a plurality of openings on the holding element to install by screw on the wall element. there Preferably, a plurality of openings are provided, for example Also to be able to attach the retaining element to tiles, without to drill into the tile itself.

In a further advantageous embodiment, the Donor a mass, which is between 3.5 g and 200 g, preferably between 4 g and 75 g, preferably between 5 g and 60 g, and especially preferably between 5 g and 40 g. If, as mentioned, advantageous in the donation element is a ball, this is intended significantly increased compared to conventional balls Weight also cause that without pressure by the ball or roller the dispenser is sealed. This is especially true relevant if a movement of the donation element upwards possible is or not by limiting elements in the interior of the receptacle is limited. However, it would also be possible for that the receptacle is slightly tapered upwards Has (inner) cross-section, which prevents the donor element over can move upwards over a certain area.

in the Unlike traditional donors, which are not permanent are arranged with the donation element down, is therefore the Weight of the dispensing element designed such that the receptacle is completely sealed. Preferably, the dispensing element a diameter of between 2 cm and 10 cm, preferably between 2 cm and 8 cm and more preferably between 3 cm and 4.5 cm.

The The present invention further relates to a sanitary arrangement with a dispenser of the type described above and another Dispenser for toilet paper. Preference is given the dispenser for toilet paper adjacent to the dispensing device according to the invention arranged. For this purpose, on the holding arrangement, a guide device be arranged for guiding toilet paper. More accurate said it would be possible to put the toilet paper directly to introduce the device according to the invention, so that the user by appropriately guiding the Toilet paper can decide whether to moisten the toilet paper want or not.

Further advantageous embodiments will become apparent from the accompanying drawings:
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1a to 1d a holding element for a dispensing device according to the invention;

2a to 2 B a receptacle for a device according to the invention;

3a to 3e a covering device for a device according to the invention;

4a to 4d an overall view of a dispensing device according to the invention.

1a to 1d show a holding element 2 for a dispensing device according to the invention 1 , This holding element 2 has a holding plate 22 on, in which a lot of holes 23 is arranged to the holding plate 22 and thus the retaining element 2 to arrange on a wall (not shown). These holes 23 have inclined surfaces 23a on to also be able to record heads of screws. By a substantially vertically extending wall is meant a wall extending at an angle to a vertical direction lying between -10 ° and 10 °, preferably between -5 ° and 5 °.

The reference number 25 refers to a rail, with the help of which in the 3a to 3e Shown cover on the holding element 2 can be deferred. The reference number 24 denotes a bridge to a receiving element 26 to stabilize. This receiving element 26 has an opening 8th on, in which the receptacle can be introduced. Furthermore, this opening has 8th an internal thread 28 (not shown in detail).

In 1b it can be seen that the individual openings 23 , here with regular distance from each other, are arranged. For the arrangement of the holding plate 22 on a wall element it is usually sufficient screw body through two of these openings 23 respectively. By this arrangement of the openings, it may be possible in most cases to fasten screws, for example, between tiles on a wall.

The 2a and 2 B show a receptacle according to the invention 4 , Inside a recording room 42 is the liquid medium, such as the cleaning medium arranged. It would be possible that this receptacle 4 is open to refill the flowable medium. Preferably, however, the entire receptacle is 4 replaced. A lower section 46 the receptacle serves to hold the dispensing element 10 , This donation element 10 is here in the form of a ball executed in a conical holding part 48 is arranged. It is this holding part 48 Also designed as a sealing device, which prevents, except in the case of rotation of the dispensing element liquid can drip out of the receptacle.

2 B shows a plan view from above of the receptacle according to the invention. It can be seen here in particular, the wall of the recording room 42 and the peripheral edge of the holding part 48 which has a smaller diameter than the dispensing element 10 so that falling out of the donation element 10 from the receptacle 4 is prevented.

The 3a to 3e show a cover 16 for a device according to the invention. This cover member has two web-like projections 64 on which to assemble in the in the 1a to 1d intervene shown grooves. The cover element 16 is used for decoration and otherwise preferably has no support or stability function. Preferably, it is possible to offer this cover in different color and design variations and brands. In this case, this cover is preferably designed such that it surrounds the complete holding element. The reference number 66 refers to a recess for receiving the projecting end portion of the receptacle 4 and the reference numeral 62 on a wall of the cover, which in a mounted state, the receptacle 4 covers.

That in the 2a to 2 B shown receptacle is thus as an inverted Deoroller or reversed Deowalze, which brings a sufficiently wide film usually between 2 to 3 cm, on the toilet paper and next, as mentioned, has a special closure and dispensing mechanism. More specifically, it is possible by light pressure from below with a slight play upwards a rolling of the donation element 10 to achieve the production of a uniform film. Without pressure by the donor element or the roller, the receptacle 4 sealed.

As mentioned above, for this purpose, the dispensing element 10 the necessary weight and the receptacle 4 can be stable over an external thread in the retaining element 2 be attached.

ever according to embodiment, the receptacle while a capacity of between 50 and 500 ml can. Especially when used in private homes preferably a filling amount between 50 and 100 ml given and in professional applications, the Capacity also move between 250 and 400 ml, so that also a regular one in both cases Replacement is ensured for reasons of hygiene.

If the receptacle used separately as a portable model will, its capacity will be in the range between 20 and 100 ml, preferably between 50 and 75 ml, so that the Receptacle comfortably carried in the purse can be.

In the 4a to 4c an overall representation of the device according to the invention is shown. The holding element 2 serves, as mentioned above, for receiving the receptacle 4 and is firmly attached to a wall. By the execution of the threaded closure between the holding element 2 and the receptacle 4 It is possible to exchange this in a simple manner and also to arrange firmly in the holder. Preferably, these threads are designed so that only 2 to 3 turns are necessary to the receptacle 4 in the holding element 2 to arrange. Due to the height conditions stands the receptacle 4 slightly over at the top so that it can be easily screwed in and out by hand. As material for the holding element 2 is proposed a hard and durable plastic, so that the retaining element 2 in its entirety can be produced in a favorable injection molding process.

It can be seen here that the cover 16 the holding element 2 completely surrounds and thus completely covers outwards. It can also be seen that the sealing device 42 down from the holding element 2 protrudes so that comfortable toilet paper can be supplied to the donor element by the user.

4d shows a further embodiment of a device according to the invention. In addition to the above-mentioned embodiments, here is additionally a roller element 74 provided with which toilet paper directly to the dispensing element 10 can be introduced. The user can decide if he wants to moisten the toilet paper by placing the toilet paper directly below the dispensing element 10 or that he does not want moistening, in which case he will move the toilet paper down below the dispensing element 10 move away.

The reference number 76 indicates another roller element, wherein between the two roller elements 74 and 76 the toilet paper 50 is receivable. However, instead of the roller elements can be provided on webs, if necessary. With a tear-off. About a further web-like Halteeinrichutng the two roller elements are rotatable on the holding element 2 arranged.

All Features disclosed in the application documents are considered to be essential to the invention as far as they are individually or in combination the prior art are new.

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dispenser

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retaining element

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receptacle

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opening

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donation element

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Retaining plate

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drilling

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sloping surface the bore

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rail

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receiving element

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conical Holding part, sealing device

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web-like holder

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longitudinal direction

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Cited patent literature

• - DE 19902301 A1 [0003]
• - DE 20318171 U1 [0004]
• - DE 10002903 A1 [0005]
• - DE 202006002677 U1 [0005]
• - DE 20108351 U1 [0006]
• - DE 202005001106 U1 [0007]

Claims (15)

Dispensing device for a flowable medium, in particular a cleaning medium, with a holding element ( 2 ) to the dispenser ( 1 ) to be arranged on a wall section extending in a substantially vertical direction, with one on the holding element (FIG. 2 ) receptacle ( 4 ) for receiving the flowable medium, characterized in that the receptacle ( 4 ) a rotatable dispensing element ( 10 ), one through the receptacle ( 4 ) receiving space ( 42 ) for the flowable medium in one direction, wherein the dispensing element in an opening ( 8th ) of the receptacle ( 4 ) is arranged and has a substantially rotationally symmetrical shape and wherein the receiving space ( 42 ) in a mounted state of the receptacle ( 4 ) above the opening ( 8th ) is arranged. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to claim 1, characterized in that a diameter of the donation element ( 10 ) is greater than a diameter of the opening ( 8th ) of the receptacle ( 4 ). Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the donation element ( 10 ) has a spherical shape. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the receptacle ( 4 ) releasably on the holding element ( 2 ) is arranged. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the receptacle ( 4 ) and the retaining element ( 2 ) are in releasable connection with each other via a threaded connection. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the retaining element ( 2 ) a holding plate ( 22 ) for mounting on the wall element. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the receptacle ( 4 ) in a longitudinal direction (L) of the receptacle ( 4 ) is longer than the retaining element ( 2 ). Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the receptacle ( 4 ) has a conical end portion ( 48 ), in which the opening ( 8th ) is arranged. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the receptacle ( 4 ) a sealing device ( 48 ) of a flexible material, on which the donation element ( 10 ) at least partially abuts. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the donation element ( 10 ) and / or the receptacle ( 4 ) and / or the retaining element ( 2 ) is made of a plastic. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the dispensing device is attached to the holding element ( 2 ) disposable cover, which the receptacle ( 4 ) at least partially surrounds in an assembled state. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the flowable substance is a liquid cleaning agent. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding element has a plurality of openings in order to attach the holding element by means of screw connections to the wall element. Dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the dispensing element has a mass which is between 3.5 g and 200 g, preferably between 4 g and 75 g, preferably between 5 g and 60 g and more preferably between 5 g and 40 g is. Hygieneanordnung with a dispenser ( 1 ) according to at least one of the preceding claims and a further dispenser for toilet paper.