DE202014000609U1 - Collapsible grill rack for disposable barbecues - Google Patents

Abstract

Main claim: The collapsible grill frame for disposable grills is characterized by the fact that it can be adjusted on the top by means of attached wide metal rails so that grill trays with different formats can be safely accommodated. In addition, variable storage areas can be created to make grilling easier. The frame ensures a large distance (at least 33 cm) from the ground, which is thus protected. The comfortable frame can be folded up, which enables a small pack size. Further protection claims:

Description

Especially in large cities and metropolitan areas, the use of so-called disposable barbecues (also called disposable or picnic grill) has greatly increased. These grills consist of a refractory shell, firewood (eg coal), a lightning aid and a simple grill grate mounted on the top. Also, a small stand is usually installed, whereby the grill, however, has only a few centimeters away from the ground. These disposable barbecues have the disadvantage that they radiate great heat when grilling and so can severely damage the turf, for example. As a result, the use of these grills has been severely restricted or banned in many cities and towns. In addition, such a grill does not allow comfortable grilling, since you have no storage space for the food or for dinner. Many users of these grills come on foot or by bike for a barbecue, so the matching grill frame should not weigh much and the pack size should be as small and long as possible. At least 70 percent of all commercial disposable barbecues are approximately the same size. The size varies depending on the manufacturer only a few inches, but this has the consequence that not every frame can accommodate every grill.

The above problems are solved with the features listed in the main claim and the claims.

The invention of the collapsible grill frame for disposable barbecues is characterized in that it is adjustable on the top by attached wide metal rails, so that grill shells with different formats can be safely absorbed. In addition, variable shelves can be created by roll-up shelves that facilitate grilling. The frame ensures a large distance to the ground, which is protected. The comfortable frame can be folded, which allows a small pack size.

1 shows an overall view of the built frame. The disposable grill can be placed on the top of the rack. The support surface consists of two wide side rails ( 2 ) and two cross beams ( 3 ), whereby the cross beams can be adapted to different formats of a single grill. The rolled-out tray ( 5 ) is clearly visible on this picture.

2 shows a side view. Pro table leg ( 4 ) there are four holes each (two at the front and two at the side) for receiving the stabilizers ( 7 ). So you can, as desired, the height of the stabilizers and thus the tray ( 5 ) vary. The shelf ( 5 ) is not completely unrolled on the side view.

3 shows the folding mechanism of a basic part ( 1 ). The not shown side-reversed other base is not shown. Both basic parts are screwed together by two screws and two wing nuts. The folding of the basic part ( 1 ) works as follows: The screws must be loosened a bit, all stabilizers ( 7 ) have been removed. A table leg ( 4 ) is placed under the side member ( 2 ) worked. The other leg ( 4 ) is folded up as well. Now the crossbeam ( 3 ) parallel to the longitudinal member ( 2 ) are pushed. Now the merged basic part ( 1 ) stowed.

• – großer Abstand zum Boden, keine Beeinträchtigung des Untergrundes (Umweltschonend)
• – komfortables Grillen ist nun auch mit Einweggrills möglich
• – flexible Ablagemöglichkeiten, bei Bedarf mit Warmhaltefunktion
• – unterschiedliche Schalenformate stehen sicher und können nicht verrutschen
• – Das Gestell ist leicht zu transportieren
• – Es braucht nicht der Einweggrill eines bestimmten Herstellers gekauft werden
• – Kann einzeln oder zusammen mit Einweggrills (als Bundle) verkauft werden
• – Strukturen für den Vertrieb und dem Handel sind schon vorhanden
• – Wiederverwendbares und langlebiges Produkt für Endverbraucher

The advantages of the foldable grill frame for disposable grills are:

• - Large distance to the ground, no impairment of the substrate (Environmentally friendly)
• - comfortable grilling is now also possible with disposable grills
• - Flexible storage options, with warming function if required
• - Different tray formats are safe and can not slip
• - The frame is easy to transport
• - It does not need the disposable grill of a particular manufacturer to be bought
• - Can be sold individually or together with disposable grills (as a bundle)
• - Structures for distribution and trade already exist
• - Reusable and durable product for end users

Below is a comparison to other utility models that have also dealt with improving the use of disposable grills.

The German utility model DE 20 2013 005 920 refers to a collapsible grill stand 2, which, as the name implies, is just a stand. He does not have the comfort of a frame that is almost equated with a table and also has adjustable intermediate plates. He can not accommodate different disposable grill formats, which is a major drawback, since one relies on the grill only one manufacturer. Also, my table frame can be folded in an elongated shape, which is advantageous for transport in a backpack.

The German utility model DE 20 2013 005 842 concerns a collapsible barbecue stand 1. Also this utility model refers, as the name implies, only on a stand for barbecue bowls. He does not have the comfort of a frame that is almost synonymous with a table and that as well has adjustable intermediate plates. Thus, no storage facilities are available. In addition, my invention has 4 legs and is therefore safer than a three-legged tripod. Also, the fixation of the grill shells I do not think safe, since the shell is only clamped and no proper support is available.

The German utility model DE 20 2012 005 455 relates to a foldable grill stand for disposable barbecue shells. This utility model refers, as the name implies, only on a stand for barbecue bowls. He does not have the comfort of a frame that is almost equated with a table and also has adjustable intermediate plates. He can not accommodate different disposable grill formats, which is a major drawback, since one relies on the grill only one manufacturer. In addition, it must be hit in the ground, the substrate is badly damaged. Also it is not applicable on rocky ground.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

base

2

longitudinal beams

3

crossbeam

4

Table leg

5

Roll-up shelf

6

Bore for fastenings Cross member on side member

7

stabilizer

8th

Bore for receiving the stabilizers

9

Screw connection longitudinal member to table leg

Quoted godfather literature

• DE 20 2013 005 920 U1 (Utility model)
• DE 20 2013 005 842 U1 (Utility model)
• DE 20 2012 005 455 U1 (Utility model)

QUOTES INCLUDE IN THE DESCRIPTION

This list of the documents listed by the applicant has been generated automatically and is included solely for the better information of the reader. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA assumes no liability for any errors or omissions.

Cited patent literature

• DE 202013005920 U [0009]
• DE 202013005842 U [0010]
• DE 202012005455 U [0011]

Claims (7)

Main claim: The collapsible grill frame for disposable grills is characterized in that it is adjustable on the top by attached wide metal rails, so that grill trays with different formats can be safely absorbed. In addition, variable shelves can be created to facilitate grilling. The frame ensures a large distance (at least 33 cm) to the ground, which is thus spared. The comfortable frame can be folded, which allows a small pack size. Further protection claims: The collapsible grill frame for disposable barbecues is characterized in that the stabilizers ( 7 ) can be mounted at different heights. This is done by special holes ( 8th ) in the legs ( 4 ) guaranteed. On the stabilizers ( 7 ), refractory mats ( 5 ) are placed (elongated metal profiles, which are connected to fireproof adhesive tape), which serve as a shelf. If this intermediate plate ( 5 ) is mounted at a short distance to the grill bowl, a keep warm function is given for the finished food. The collapsible grill frame for disposable barbecues is characterized in that it consists of two reversed base parts ( 1 ), which are each collapsible and are connected to each other by means of a total of two screws (Allen screw and wing nut). It can be set up and dismantled quickly and easily. Each basic part ( 1 ) includes two legs ( 4 ), a cross member ( 3 ) and a side member ( 2 ). All beams are made of metal and have angle profiles. The collapsible grill frame for disposable barbecues is characterized in that the table legs ( 4 ) consist of metal angle profiles. Two legs ( 4 ) are each provided with a side member ( 2 ) and can be folded under it to save space. This is ensured by the fact that per longitudinal member ( 2 ) between each table leg ( 4 ) and a side member ( 2 ) a washer is mounted, which has at least the thickness of the metal leg material. The collapsible grill frame for disposable barbecues is characterized in that the cross beams ( 3 ) on the longitudinal members ( 2 ) are mounted. Together this results in the rectangular recording of the grill shell. Crossbeams ( 3 ) have at the outer end in each case a bore, the longitudinal members have at the ends in each case two staggered holes ( 6 ). This allows the cross member ( 3 ) variable, depending on the disposable grill format, screw. The collapsible grill frame for disposable barbecues is characterized in that the longitudinal members ( 2 ) are dimensioned so that different width disposable grill formats can be included and thus slipping is excluded. The collapsible grill frame for disposable barbecues is characterized in that all connections are easy to attach or detach. The table legs ( 4 ), the longitudinal ( 2 ) and crossmembers ( 3 ) are screwed with Allen screws and wing nuts. The screwing of the two basic parts ( 1 ) takes place in the same way. At each of the two ends of the stabilizers are screws or nails, which have a flat head and protrude about 2 mm from the stabilizers. As a result, they can be trapped in the holes provided in the legs and stabilize the construction. The roll-up shelves can be placed on top.

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