DE202005002989U1 - Stick holder for a foodstuff shaped body, and especially for ice cream, has stick segments and a capsule which can be in a variety of structures as toys or photo frames for added purchase attraction - Google Patents

Abstract

The stick holder for a foodstuff shaped body (18), especially for ice cream, has a stick segment (14) and a capsule (16) with at least two capsule half-sections (161,162) at least partially around it, and a second stick segment (10,12) as an extension. At least some of the stick segments fit together in release bonds and/or can be combined with other similar holders to give a variety of designs.

Description

The The invention relates to a stick-like holding device for a Food tablets, comprising a first, for holding the food product body of this at least partially surrounded stem segment, and at least one of the longitudinal extent of the first stem segment continuing second stem segment.

A generic holding device for food tablets is from the DE 102 21 987 A1 known. This document discloses a stem, in particular for ice cream, which has in its lower handling area a hollow segment in which an object, such as a toy or an information carrier can be placed. The hollow handling part is closed by means of a lid or a snap closure. The hollow handling part is followed by another segment of solid material which serves to fix the foodstuff body. The fixing segment is integrally formed on a portion of the hollow handling element. A similar device is off DE 298 17 888 U1 known.

The known holding devices have the various disadvantages that for traffic to differently designed designs for food product handles used is, so not with an over the food product in itself or the enclosed object going beyond buying interest can be expected.

task The present invention is a holding device for a Food moldings, especially an ice cream, to make it more interesting, so that for the Traffic an additional Purchase incentive is created.

These Task is combined with the features of the preamble of Claim 1 solved by that at least some of the stem segments by releasable connections with each other and / or with corresponding stem segments of others, similarly shaped Holding devices are variably connected. The individual stem segments will be the extra Assigned function of a component of a modular system. So are the stalk segments uniformly shaped with respect to the connecting elements, suitable, even with corresponding stem segments of similar holding devices other food tablets combined to become.

This is for the consumer particularly interesting, if, as with a favorable Training provided, several handle segments different lengths exhibit. The variability of the modular system is thereby increased.

at a special embodiment The invention is further provided that at least one stem segment is formed angled. It thus results in different components Length and shape, namely angled or straight, over the compatible designed detachable Combining the imagination of the consumer accordingly can be. additionally Incentives can be through interesting, changing colors are created.

at a particularly advantageous embodiment of the invention provided that a plurality of stem segments along their longitudinal extension have a groove with the corresponding groove of an adjacent, connected stem segment aligned aligned. In the case angled Stem segments, the groove preferably extends along the inner angle side. With such stem segments leaves form a frame-like structure, along the frame inside has a circumferential groove. In this groove can be thin, planar information carrier, in particular Use photographs that are built from that of the stem segments Frame aesthetically are appealingly surrounded. conveniently, The handle segments are dimensioned so that picture frames for Taking photographs in standard formats, e.g. 9 × 13 cm, 10 × 15 cm or in a similar, common format build up.

Of the Consumer who wishes to build such a picture frame, becomes several foodstuffs, e.g. Buy ice cream for the the structure of his desired Frame to collect required number of stem segments. This increases the buying incentive for the special product considerably.

For the design the detachable Connection there are different possibilities. So, for example be provided that a detachable Connection as a arranged on an end face of a stem segment Pin is configured, the clamping in a corresponding recess in engages a front side of an adjacent stem segment.

at a more elaborate one Embodiment one releasable Connection designed as screw. Preferably is in this embodiment provided on a front side of a stem segment, a threaded bolt, in a threaded hole in one end face of an adjacent stem segment is rotatable.

at an alternative embodiment is a solvable Connection designed as a bayonet connection. Here too the connection preferably in the region of the handle segment end faces.

at a further embodiment the invention consists of a stem segment of two or more parts, which can not be separated and which in a first Position locked together and in a second position against each other the stem segment axis are rotatable. In embodiment of the food product body, for example in Shape and appearance of a football this suggests the rotation of football on the grass field, if after loosening the locking of e.g. by horizontal licking the foodstuff body this is put into a rotary motion. By fixing the lock can the food product however, at any time, for example, like a commercial one Ice cream to be enjoyed.

at a further embodiment is a solvable Connection configured as a latching connection. For example, can the outer circumference a stem segment at least in its end region one or have a plurality of locking rings, with corresponding locking elements on the inner periphery of a recess of another stem segment, in the end area is inserted, lock.

at a further embodiment it can be provided that a handle segment has an eyelet, the inner shape of the outer shape at least a portion of at least one stem segment corresponds. In this way, two handle segments can be angled with each other connect, so that the need for an angled stem segment deleted.

to further increase The purchase interest may be a stem element as a closable capsule be formed for receiving an object. Contrary to the known prior art arrangement of such a capsule is provided in a particularly advantageous embodiment of the invention, that formed as a capsule style segment in an area of Stem is arranged, which enclosed in the state of sale of the food molded article is. This will ensure that the capsule does not inconspicuous and can be opened without buying or consuming the food product.

The invention further relates to a stick-like holding device for a foodstuff shaped article, comprising a first handle segment designed as a closable capsule for receiving an article, and at least one second handle segment continuing the longitudinal extension of the first handle segment. Such a holding device is also from the DE 102 21 987 A1 known.

The However, known device involves the risk of abuse since the hollow, intended to hold a promotional object Handle segments easily accessible are illegally emptied and closed again can be.

It is therefore a further object of the invention, such a holding device in such a way that a greater security against abuse given is.

These Task is combined with the features of the preamble of Claim 13 solved thereby that formed as a capsule first handle segment in a range of the stem is arranged, which enclosed in the state of sale of the food molded article is. The effects and advantages of this invention have been in the foregoing Paragraph in conjunction with another embodiment of the present invention Invention already explained. These Effects and benefits can but also independent from the above-described special design of the stem segments be realized as modular elements.

Further Features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following, special description and the drawings.

It demonstrate:

1 an exploded view of a holding device according to the invention with indicated food product body,

2 one of a plurality of handle segments according to the invention constructed picture frame.

1 shows an exploded view of a holding device according to the invention. In the illustrated embodiment, the holding device consists of four handle segments and that an angled handle segment 10 , a long stem segment 12 , a short stem segment 14 and a receiving capsule 16 , In the area of the capsule 16 is a food product 18 indicated by dashed line.

The stem segment 10 consists essentially of an angled tube, preferably made of plastic, which along the inside of the angle a groove 101 having. The pipe inside diameter of the angled stem segment 10 is sized so that the long stem element 12 , which is designed as a stretched tube, preferably also made of plastic, clamping in the opening 104 the angled stem segment 10 can be introduced. This is in the range of one end face of the long stem segment 12 a chamfer 122 intended. As well as the angled stem segment 10 has the long stem segment 12 along his Longitudinal extension of a groove 121 on. Due to the radial symmetry of the connector between the angled stem segment 10 and the long stem segment 12 can the grooves 101 and 121 aligned with each other.

The short stem segment 114 is designed in a similar manner as the long stem segment 12 It consists essentially of a straight tube body, along its longitudinal extension a groove 141 having. In the area of an end face, a plug-in pin is attached to the tubular body 143 formed. The outer diameter of the plug 143 is tuned to the inner diameter of the long stem segment, that it is clamping in the opening 124 can be introduced. To facilitate is in the region of the free end face of the clamping pin 143 a chamfer 142 intended. The outer diameter of the long stem segment 12 and the short stem segment 14 are preferably the same, so that the long stem segment 12 essentially flush with the short stem segment 14 can be extended. The grooves 121 and 141 can be aligned with each other by the radially symmetrical expression of the clamping connection.

In addition to their below to be explained function for receiving an information carrier shelve the grooves 121 and 141 the advantage that they support the clamping connection by a resulting spring action, which is based on the inherent elasticity of the segment material. Note that the in 1 illustrated embodiments of the releasable connections between the stem segments for the present invention is not mandatory. First, it is not necessary that the different segments are connected by different connections; On the other hand, instead of the clamping connections shown, other clamping connections or in principle other connections, such as screw connections, bayonet connections or the like can be used.

As an example shows 1 further an alternative embodiment of a stem segment 12 ' with an eyelet 123 ' at one end. The inner shape of the eyelet 123 ' corresponds approximately to the outer shape of the straight portion of another stem segment 12 ' so that an angled connection by inserting the straight part into the eyelet 123 ' can be done. In the embodiment shown, the possibility of plug / clamp connection remains with a handle segment 14 unaffected.

Next is in 1 a capsule-like stem segment 16 represented, which in one embodiment of the invention with the short handle segment is detachably connectable. In other embodiments, there is no connection between the capsule 16 and one of the remaining handle segments provided. The capsule consists of two capsule halves 161 and 162 which can be connected together to enclose a cavity. The cavity is suitable for receiving promotional items, such as toys, information carriers or the like. In the illustrated embodiment, the capsule is 16 and areas of the remaining stalk of a food product 18 , Eg surrounded a shaped body of ice cream. However, other embodiments are conceivable in which the capsule 16 outside the food product 18 is arranged.

2 shows one of a plurality of stem segments according to 1 built-up picture frame. The frame consists of the segments of four stems, each consisting of angled stem segment 10 , long stem segment 12 and short stem segment 14 , The individual stem segments are connected to each other that their grooves 101 . 121 and 141 aligned with each other. This results in a circumferential groove on the inside of the stem segments 10 . 12 . 14 formed frame. This circumferential groove is suitable for receiving a flat information carrier 18 for example a photograph. The length of the individual stem segments is preferably adjusted so that frames for taking photographs in commercial formats, for example 9 × 13cm, 10 × 15 cm, etc. can be built.

When building a frame using handle segments 12 ' with eyelets 123 ' On the one hand, the size of the enclosed area can be reduced in steps by lengthening the segments 12 ' eg with segments 14 and on the other hand steplessly by moving the straight segment areas in the eyelets 123 ' vary.

In one embodiment, it is possible to attach some of the stem segments, particularly the angled stem segments 10 Fasteners, such as hooks, eyes, rings or similar to be attached to a support rope 20 can serve.

Of course, the embodiments shown in the figures and illustrated in the specific description represent merely illustrative embodiments of the present invention. A wide range of possibilities for modifications and improvements will be apparent to those skilled in the art. For example, the number and shape of a holding device forming handle segments are not necessarily limited to the numbers and shapes shown in the figures. It can be used more or less as well as differently shaped stem segments, which are in particular connectable to each other by other connecting means. Also with regard to color and material is the expert a wide range of possible variations available. Also with regard to the sales packaging, the expert has various possible variations. For example, the food product body containing the capsule 16 encloses, preferably be surrounded together with the protruding from the molding body segments of a flexible enclosure. In another variant of the food molded article is preferably surrounded together with the protruding from him stem segments of a solid shell, such as cardboard. In this embodiment, provision can be made for one or more sanitary towels, preferably a dry and a moist hygiene cloth, to be provided for cleaning after the food product has been consumed in the solid casing.

Claims (15)

Handle-like holding device for a foodstuff body ( 18 ), comprising a first, for holding the food product body of this at least partially surrounded handle segment ( 14 ; 16 ), and at least one of the longitudinal extension of the first handle segment continuing second stem segment ( 10 ; 12 ), characterized in that at least some of the stem segments ( 10 ; 12 ; 14 ) are variably connectable by releasable connections with each other and / or with corresponding stem segments of other, similarly shaped holding devices. Holding device according to claim 1, characterized in that a plurality of stem segments ( 10 ; 12 ; 14 ) of a holding device have different lengths. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a plurality of handle segments ( 10 ; 12 ; 14 ) along its longitudinal extent a groove ( 101 ; 121 ; 141 ) which correspond to the corresponding groove ( 101 ; 121 ; 141 ) of an adjacent, associated handle segment is alignable in alignment. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one stem segment ( 10 ) is formed angled. Holding device according to claims 3 and 4, characterized in that the groove ( 101 ) along the inside angle of the stem segment ( 10 ). Holding device according to one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that from a plurality of handle segments ( 10 ; 12 ; 14 ) a frame for receiving a planar information carrier ( 18 ), wherein edges of the flat information carrier can be arranged in the grooves. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a releasable connection as a on an end face of a stem segment ( 14 ) arranged pin ( 143 ) is configured, the clamping in a corresponding recess in a front side of an adjacent stem segment ( 12 ) intervenes. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that a releasable Connection is designed as a screw connection. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that a releasable Compound designed as a bayonet connection is. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that a releasable Connection is designed as a snap-in connection. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a handle segment has an eyelet, the inner shape of which external form at least a portion of at least one stem segment corresponds. Holding device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a handle segment as a closable capsule ( 16 ) is designed for receiving an object. Holding device according to claim 12, characterized in that the capsule ( 16 ) is arranged in a region of the stem in the region of the handle, which in the state of sale of the food product ( 18 ) is enclosed. Handle-like holding device for a foodstuff body ( 18 ) comprising as a sealable capsule ( 16 ) for receiving an object formed first handle segment and at least one of the longitudinal extension of the first handle segment continuing second handle segment ( 14 ), characterized in that the capsule ( 16 ) formed first handle segment is disposed in a region of the stem which in the state of sale of the food product ( 18 ) is enclosed. Food tablets with stick-like holding device, characterized in that the holding device according to a of the preceding claims is trained.