DE202010003786U1 - archive box - Google Patents

Abstract

Archive box (1) for receiving items to be exhibited, comprising a plurality of exhibition levels (4A, 4B, 4C, 4D), each having at least one storage area providing segment (2A, 2B, 2C, 2A ', 2B', 2C '), thereby characterized in that at least the upper side (5) of the archive box (1) is at least partially transparent, and that at least one of the segments (2A, 2B, 2C, 2A ', 2B', 2C ') in the interior of the archive box (1) in horizontal Direction is movable.

Description

introduction

The The invention relates to an archive box. In particular, the Invention an archive box for receiving documents or other objects several levels.

State of the art and disadvantages

Known are exhibition boxes, so-called showcases. Such showcases have at least one single level, arranged on the shelf, the items to be exhibited are. This layer is then with a transparent surface like For example, a glass or Plexiglas plate occupied to display the objects (Exhibits) to protect. Also the walls Such showcases usually consist at least partially of one transparent material such as glass in particular.

Known are also showcases with several levels, on each of which objects are arranged can. The floors forming the levels are while also at least partially transparent to the viewer objects otherwise obscured by overlying shelves would. A disadvantage of such a showcase is that the review only works satisfactorily through several levels, if the objects are small or a big one have lateral distance from each other, and / or if the levels a big vertical Have distance to each other. For the case big, especially flat objects like pictures or books, or for the case of small lateral distances between the objects or too small vertical distances the levels to each other fails this concept as the items either obscure each other, or the lateral or vertical distance so big must be chosen that only a small number of (then sufficiently visible) objects issued can be.

Further are archive boxes for receiving objects known. In particular, such archive boxes are known, which objects on several Take up levels, for example, by using sideways pull-out drawers to the same footprint of the archive box a larger usable shelf for the to archived objects to disposal to have.

Around the advantage of the visibility of a showcase with the small footprint of a Combining archive boxes is thus also a combination of a Archivkastens with a showcase conceivable to on a small footprint a size Number of items present to be able to.

Problematic It is that only the top shelf by providence of a transparent Lids can be kept visible at any time. The objects which lying in the exhibition levels below, are only then visible, if in each case also the corresponding storage areas are seen can be. To have to these are pulled out of the archive box. Thus - next to the highest - always only one more, below arranged storage area completely visible. Others, still further below arranged shelves are from the top pulled out tray covered. This is also the case when the shelves off transparent material, since then the objects themselves prevent the viewing. There are also the walls of such an archive box in the manner of a showcase of transparent material, so are themselves with closed drawers, the levels are visible, but not from above, but only from the side. The in the above showcase then described problems occur even in reinforced form to light.

Around to ensure visibility can the drawers with the shelves Although pulled out laterally. However, it is pulling out in principle often undesirable, to the exhibits from environmental influences or unauthorized access.

One Another problem is that the lateral pulling out the shelves in confined spaces as is difficult, for example, on narrow aisles, namely especially if several people in the immediate vicinity of the archive box stop and thus through their bodies anyway, if possible complete Pulling out the shelves To block. The same applies to close the archive box arranged objects such as seating or Room walls.

Object of the invention and solution

The The object of the invention is a viewable archive box to provide for items which on a limited footprint a plurality of exhibition levels with shelves provides, even at low lateral distances of the objects to each other and with small vertical distances of the exhibition levels mutually at least parts of the arranged below a top shelf further shelves are visible from above, without these other shelves laterally have to be pulled out.

description

The described problems are solved by the independent claims. Preferred embodiments are in the dependent claims, the following description, as well as the figures and their description contain.

The The invention discloses an archive box for holding issued items Objects. According to the invention this a plurality of exhibition levels, each with at least one a shelf providing segment. An exhibition level corresponds to a "floor" which for receiving objects ready. The present invention is characterized that at least the top of the archive box at least partially is transparent, and that at least one of the segments inside of the archive box is movable in the horizontal direction.

When Materials for the at least partially transparent top come in particular Glass and transparent plastics in question. The thickness of this surface is dependent on their size is preferred selected that they are also under load, for example by persons supporting them, no damage, especially not break.

One segment according to the invention can be over in the simplest case the entire base area an exhibition level, which is essentially the footprint of the Archivkastens, extend. Preferably, a segment has but a smaller area on, so that at least in one direction a distance between the Edge of the segment and the edge of the archive box arises. In this way it is possible, that this segment is movable inside the archive box.

To a preferred embodiment an exhibition level several segments, of which at least one is movable in the horizontal direction. However, it can also be several or all Be movable segments of a respective exhibition level. It is It is clear that a certain segment can only ever be so far movable It can be attached to the inner wall of the archive box or to another Segment abuts. In the case several movable and adjacent segments, it is possible through Move a single segment of its directly or indirectly adjacent To trigger segments and so to move with.

To a particularly preferred embodiment it is envisaged that the lowest exhibition level immovable is, and that each of the rest Exhibition levels comprises at least one movable segment. The lowest level of exhibition thus preferably forms the bottom of the Archive box while the remaining Exhibition levels include a plurality of movable segments.

Basically the archive box have an arbitrarily shaped base. Is preferred however, that he has a rectangular base and a horizontal longitudinal axis has, and that the segments parallel to this longitudinal axis are movable. However, it is also conceivable that several horizontal longitudinal axis exist along which the segments are movable. Finally is It is also conceivable that the segments are free in the respective horizontal Exhibition level are movable.

A other embodiment provides that the archive box has a round base and has a vertical axis of rotation, and that the segments around this Rotary axis are movable.

Further the archive box can basically have a include any number of exhibition levels. Preferably comprises the archive box between two and six, and especially preferred four exhibition levels.

Around the independent one To ensure mobility of the individual movable segments is to provide appropriate storage. After a preferred embodiment be this slide bearings used. Particularly preferred is as a plain bearing for or provided the movable segments felt. Alternatively, however, are For example, low-friction plastic mating, magnetic bearings or ball bearings possible.

According to the invention, it is provided that the archive box according to the invention includes movable segments. For actuation, that is to move the Movable segments come basically all from the state of the art Technique known ways into consideration. Which includes both direct acting, mechanical means (levers, gears) as well indirectly acting, for example electrical means (motors, electromagnets). The funds can be controlled be controlled or random, for example. Prefers is that the or the movable segments from outside of the archive box manually operated are. Manually operable means that by indirect (for example, by sensor surfaces) or direct mechanical force of the user a movement of the corresponding movable segment can be caused.

For this latter case, ie the direct mechanical actuation, it is provided that the or the movable segments protrude from at least one slot arranged laterally of the archive box. By acting in the direction of movement, mechanical force can so the corresponding segment can be moved directly without having to intervene in the interior of the archive box. Preferably, the slot has a height which is only slightly greater than the thickness of the protruding part (handle) of the movable segment.

Of the In the simplest case, the handle can only be removed from the archive box outstanding part of the respective segment. This part can additionally Handle aids such as depressions, holes, a corrugation or the like have, or from an additional attached element such as a metal handle exist or include this.

According to the invention of Archive box even more elements, both individually and in any Combination, which are enumerated below.

Therefore the archive box can contain at least one sealant against dust, Have light and / or intervening. Preferably, the sealant provides All these functions are equally ready. The sealant is particularly in the range of the above-described, preferably existing slot provided to this everywhere to close there where he is not pierced by the handle of a movable segment. Of course the sealant must not allow the mobility of a segment significantly hamper.

Especially it is preferably provided that the sealing means is a brush seal includes. Such a seal consists of a variety, for example vertically arranged bristles, which touch each other, so that they form a substantially dense surface in their rest position. Since the bristles are flexible, they give way when the handle of a movable segmentes these strips, and go after passing the Grip back to their rest position.

Further is provided that the archive box according to the invention means for guide and / or against removal by pulling out the at least one movable segment may include. The means of leadership serves to set the direction of movement of the segments. Without this Means would the segments can move on indeterminate orbits, which often not desirable is. The remedy for removal by pulling the at least a movable segment ensures that the segment is not unintentionally or by unauthorized persons from the archive box at least can be removed so far that the objects located on it are removed can be. These two means are preferred by one and the same component provided.

Especially It is therefore preferred that the means for guiding and / or against removal by pulling out the at least one movable segment at least includes a blind spring. Such a blind spring, which for example firmly connected to the archive box, works with a corresponding Recess, which is then provided in the movable segment together. The movable segment may be along the predetermined by the blind spring Move direction. Another direction of movement, especially one Movement that is perpendicular to the side wall, however, is not possible.

Further is provided that the archive box according to the invention at least a backup of the objects to be exhibited against a relative movement to the respective segment. That means that on the objects arranged in the respective segments during acceleration or delay The segments should not slip or fall over. The items can be there directly on the shelves the segments, or on intermediate carriers (shelves) arranged be. To attach the items comes, for example non-positive Connecting means such as double-sided adhesive film, which the respective materials does not harm, in question. The shelves can also, for example, with such a film, and / or with screws, Bolts, dowels or with other form-fitting ones Connecting elements are held on the respective segments. It is preferred that the connecting elements in the segment and the cooperating openings be provided in the tray.

Finally is preferably provided that the archive box according to the invention means against hard Hitting a movable segment includes. When moving a Segmentes it may happen that this unchecked at too high a speed to an adjacent segment or against the inner wall of the archive box rebounds. There is a risk of damage to both the archive box as well as the exhibited objects. To reduce this risk, one or more such means exist at each level of the exhibition, which comprises movable segments. Particularly preferred are gas spring, alternatively or additionally can For example, be provided steel or plastic springs.

Moreover, it is preferred that the archive box further comprises at least one illumination. This lighting is particularly preferably mounted in the upper edge region of the at least partially transparent upper side of the archive box, with an exit of the light in the direction of the transparent upper side being avoided by means of corresponding shutters that is. Fluorescent tubes are particularly suitable as illumination means, since they provide a uniform light with relatively low heat development. Further preferred illumination means are light-emitting diodes and fluorescent / luminescent surface radiators.

It can also be provided that at least on parts of the at least partially transparent surface of the archive box Information about the contents of the archive box can be arranged. This information can for example, in printed, electronic and / or acoustic form be presented. Preferably, this is at least one separate, arranged on the at least partially transparent surface additional shelf space intended. This shelf can be fixed or movable. She can talk about the extend the entire depth of the archive box, or even just over one Part of it.

Of the Archive box according to the invention can also nor with a monitoring of the objects arranged in its interior Device such as an alarm system connected or be equipped. He may also have means for secure closure include, for example, any known in the art Castles. These funds can both against unauthorized removal of at least partially transparent surface serve the archive box; you can but also secure an optionally provided door through which the segments can be inserted or withdrawn in their exhibition levels. For the Case of a rectangular base the archive box is such a door preferably on one of the two side walls provided, which is perpendicular to the direction of movement of the segments are arranged.

To a preferred embodiment is provided that (for the case of a rectangular base of the archive box) at least an exhibition level in the longitudinal direction has a bipartition in two longitudinal halves, and that each of these longitudinal halves one own segment arrangement has. That means both long sides of the archive box can be used by different users can, without the positions of the respective segments mutually influence.

To another embodiment, which likewise has the longitudinal division described above, is provided, that the segments of both longitudinal halves at least partially interconnected. This means that the operation of a Segmentes on a long side of the archive box to a simultaneous operation of the other long side of the archive box located segment leads. Such a coupling can according to the invention for some or for all movable segments of a respective exhibition level provided be.

It can also be provided that the connection areas adjacent Segments have recesses that cause even at immediate abutting one another Segments a passage to the underlying exhibition level remains free.

Error! Reference source not found. The archive box according to the invention is preferably for presentation related Information, with this information in the respective exhibition levels and / or segments hierarchically, chronologically and / or thematically can be grouped. For example, it can be provided that in Reference to a topic more in-depth information also in one further presented below the exhibition level of the archive box is presented. Similarly, for example, chronologically older information below and chronologically newer information presented above. Accordingly the archive box according to the invention is suitable especially for use in exhibitions or at fairs.

• – Öffnen der mindestens teilweise transparenten Oberseite;
• – Positionieren des zu bestückenden Segments derart, dass es von der Oberseite her zugänglich ist;
• – Bestücken der Ablagefläche des Segments mit den Gegenständen oder mit einem diese Gegenstände haltenden Tablar;
• – ggf. Sichern der Gegenstände bzw. des Tablars auf der Ablagefläche des Segments;
• – Schließen der mindestens teilweise transparenten Oberseite.

Error! Reference source not found. The present invention also discloses a method for equipping an archive box according to the invention. At least the following steps are necessary:

• - Opening the at least partially transparent top;
• - Positioning of the segment to be loaded such that it is accessible from the top;
• - equipping the storage surface of the segment with the objects or with a shelf holding these objects;
• - if necessary, securing the objects or the tray on the storage surface of the segment;
• - Close the at least partially transparent top.

In other words, for equipping the archive box or for subsequent modification of parts of its contents, it is not necessary to remove all segments of the corresponding exhibition level from the archive box, but due to the displaceability of the individual segments they can each be positioned so that the modifying exhibition level and on this the desired segment area is accessible from above. For safe lifting of the at least transparent surface glass lifter or the like are preferably used. In the case of the presence of a corresponding Siche This device is to be solved before carrying out the above described steps, and then to operate again. In the case of the presence of the trays described above, it may be sufficient to remove a whole tray from the archive box, to repackage, and then reset again as a whole to the respective segment.

Error! Reference source not found. After the placement is the archive box according to the invention for the inventive operation prepared. This is characterized in that the movable Segments are moved by the action of the user, that the storage area of the desired Segmentes from above through the at least partially transparent top is visible. In other words, the mobility of the individual allows Segments in connection with the at least partial transparency the surface of the archive box that a user by moving certain Segments look at ever deeper levels of exhibition can expose, without requiring a removal of the corresponding Segments from the archive box needed would.

By the interaction with the movable segments is also experienced by the user Attention increase, Thus, a better and more intense experience when recording transmitted by the archive box according to the invention Information.

simultaneously are the objects in the archive box before environmental influences and secured against unauthorized access. Due to the mobility of the segments can be a big one Lot of information presented on a small footprint effective and fully accessible become. This is a great advantage especially in confined spaces. By the possibility the use of cheaper Materials like wood, felt, and glass can reduce the manufacturing costs an archive box according to the invention be kept low. Due to the easy interchangeability of individual Shelves as well as the possibility It is possible to exchange entire segments or even exhibition levels the interior of an archive box according to the present invention always make new and flexible again.

Of the Invention allows it therefore provides a viewable archive box for items which on a limited footprint provides a plurality of exhibition levels with shelves, even with small lateral distances of the objects to each other and at low vertical distances the exhibition levels to each other at least parts of the below a top shelf arranged further shelves are visible from above, without these other shelves laterally have to be pulled out.

figure description

1A shows a preferred embodiment of the archive box according to the invention with a first arrangement of movable segments.

1B shows the preferred embodiment of the archive box according to 1A with a further arrangement of movable segments.

2A shows the individual segments of the archive box according to 1A and 1B in a top view.

2 B shows the individual segments of the archive box according to 1A and 1B such as 2A schematically in a side view.

3 shows a preferred embodiment of the archive box according to the invention in a sectional view.

In the 1 is a preferred embodiment of the archive box according to the invention 1 with a first arrangement of movable segments 2A . 2 B . 2C shown. Exactly shows 1 only a longitudinal section of an archive box according to the invention 1 which, in turn, by a series of several in 1 shown longitudinal sections, or by appropriate extension of a longitudinal section, and preferably a provision corresponding end walls (not shown) is formed.

Each of the movable segments 2A . 2 B . 2C as well as the ground 3 form an exhibition level 4A . 4B . 4C . 4D , In the illustrated form includes the archive box 1 thus four exhibition levels. The archive box 1 also has a (in the illustrated embodiment, completely) transparent top 5 on. Further, located on the top 5 a shelf 6 , This extends in the illustrated form over the entire depth T of the archive box.

The movable segments 2A . 2 B . 2C as well as the ground 3 are in the illustrated embodiment with trays 7 busy. These trays 7 are with the segments 2A . 2 B . 2C non-slip connected (not shown). Furthermore, in the example shown, a stop 8th provided, which the mobility of the segment 2 B limited (compare this 2A and 2 B ).

In the 1A obliquely right out of the archive box outstanding segments 2A . 2 B . 2C have outstanding parts, each as Handle 9 serve. By pushing a segment 2A . 2 B . 2C in the longitudinal direction L can its position in the interior of the archive box 1 to be changed.

An example of another arrangement of movable segments 2A . 2 B . 2C is in the 1B shown. Here is the segment 2A such as 2C shown displaced along the longitudinal direction L. Like from the 1B immediately apparent, is now in the area of the archive box 1 in the picture on the left front, a substantially clear view of a part of the lowest exhibition level 4D (hatched area) and thus the (immovable) ground 3 of the archive box 1 given.

In the 2A are the shelf space 6 , the individual movable segments 2A . 2 B . 2C as well as the ground 3 of the archive box 1 according to 1A and 1B shown in a plan view. On the shelf 6 is shown schematically written information. On the other elements mentioned above are shelves 7 on which again schematically shown objects are arranged.

All segments 2A . 2 B . 2C are in a first end position 11A , The in the right part of the 2A shown dotted lines represent the respective second end position 11B in which the enclosed segments 2A . 2 B . 2C maximum can be moved. There, like from the 1A and 1B apparent, the segment 2 B is limited by a stop in its mobility, is its second end position 11B closer to the first end position 11A than the other segments 2A and 2C , The arrows 12A . 12B and 12C each give the scope of the corresponding segment 2A . 2 B . 2C at.

In the 2 B are the individual segments 2A . 2 B . 2C of the archive box 1 according to 1A and 1B such as 2A shown schematically in a side view. The arrows 12A . 12B and 12C give each again the scope of the corresponding segment 2A . 2 B . 2C at. The shelf 6 as well as the ground 3 are determined in their position.

In the 3 is a preferred embodiment of the archive box according to the invention 1 shown in a sectional view. According to this embodiment, the archive box is 1 divided into two, thus has a first half 1A and a second half 1B on. For reasons of space, the two halves 1A . 1B also shown cut (vertical dashed lines). The top 5 the left half 1A has a shelf 6 on. The top 5 includes openings 5A . 5B into which a glass plate 13A . 13B is inserted. Through this glass plate 13A . 13B is the inside of the archive box 1 visible from above.

The illustrated archive box 1 has two side walls 14A . 14B as well as a middle wall 15 on. The latter shares the archive box 1 in the said two halves 1A respectively. 1B , Each of the side walls 14A . 14B points for each exhibition level 4A . 4B . 4C a slot 10 on. Out of this slot 10 each protrudes a part of a movable segment 2A . 2 B . 2C (first half 1A ) respectively. 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' (second half 1B ) and thus forms the respective handle 9 ,

On the respective segments 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' as well as on the ground 3 are the shelves 7 arranged. Not shown, and not belonging to the invention, are the items to be exhibited on the trays.

Every slot 10 has at its top a sealant 16 on. In the illustrated embodiment of a brush seal. The bristles of the brush seal pointed vertically downwards and either touched the top of a segment 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' , or (not shown) the lower boundary of the slot 10 , In the lower part of the slot 10 is in each case a means for guiding and / or removal by pulling out 17 of the movable segment 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' arranged. In the illustrated embodiment, this means 17 a blind spring (respective reference numerals only in the upper left part of 3 ). The middle 17 works with a recess 18 together, which is present at the corresponding location in the bottom of the respective segment. In the illustrated embodiment, therefore, each segment 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' moved back and forth perpendicular to the sheet plane. On the other hand, it is not possible to remove the segment from the slot 10 pull it out. Suitably, the dimensions of the agent 17 , the recess 18 and the thickness D of a segment are coordinated so that even with a lifting of the segment the means 17 with the recess 18 remains engaged, leaving the segment out of the slot 10 can be pulled out.

To move the segments as smoothly as possible 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' to ensure each is a corresponding storage 19 intended. This preferably engages near the two longitudinal edges of a segment 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' at. Particularly preferred here is a felt slide bearing is used, since this allows sufficient lubricity at very low cost.

Finally, in the 3 illustrated archive box in each half 1A . 1B a lighting 20 , Preferably, fluorescent tubes are used which are characterized by a low Heat emission and a favorable design characterize. There is also an aperture 21 so at the lighting 20 arranged that the light does not pass through the opening 5A . 5B emerge upwards and can blind a viewer (not shown).

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archive box

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first Half, longitudinal half

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second Half, longitudinal half

2A / B / C

movable segments

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movable segments

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ground

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exhibition level

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top

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opening

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shelf

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shelf

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attack

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Handle

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slot

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first end position

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arrows

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glass plate

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Side wall

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center wall

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sealant

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medium to the leadership and / or against removal

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recess

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storage

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lighting

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cover

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depth

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longitudinal direction

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Claims (7)

Archive box ( 1 ) for receiving items to be exhibited, comprising a plurality of exhibition levels ( 4A . 4B . 4C . 4D ) each having at least one segment (FIG. 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ), characterized in that at least the top ( 5 ) of the archive box ( 1 ) is at least partially transparent, and that at least one of the segments ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ) inside the archive box ( 1 ) is movable in the horizontal direction. Archive box ( 1 ) according to claim 1, characterized in that the lowest level of exhibition ( 4D ) is immovable and that each of the other exhibition levels ( 4A . 4B . 4C ) at least one movable segment ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ). Archive box ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that it has a rectangular base and a horizontal longitudinal axis, and that the segments ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ) are movable parallel to this longitudinal axis (L). Archive box ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the movable segment or segments ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ) from outside the archive box ( 1 ) are manually operated. Archive box ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it further comprises at least one of the following means: - at least one sealant ( 16 ) against dust, light and / or intervening; - at least one means ( 17 ) for guiding and / or removal by pulling out the at least one movable segment ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ); Means for securing the objects to be exhibited against a relative movement to the respective segment ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ); Means for hard striking a movable segment ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ); - at least one lighting ( 20 ). Archive box ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one exhibition level ( 4A . 4B . 4C . 4D ) in the longitudinal direction (L) a division into two longitudinal halves ( 1A . 1B ), and that each of these longitudinal halves ( 1A . 1B ) has its own segment arrangement. Archive box ( 1 ) according to claim 6, characterized in that the segments ( 2A . 2 B . 2C . 2A ' . 2 B' . 2C ' ) of both longitudinal halves ( 1A . 1B ) are at least partially interconnected.