DE202018105363U1 - Multifunction sink - Google Patents

Abstract

A multifunction sink (1), especially for the kitchen, comprising at least a first basin (2) and a second basin (3) adjacent to the first basin (2), the first basin (2) and the second basin (3) being suitable To contain water, and each having an outlet (12, 13) with an optional closure / opening, and at least one faucet suitable for dispensing water (10) for introducing water into the first basin (2) and / or into the second basin (3) when it is put into operation, the multifunction sink (1) being characterized by including heating means (20) which are selectively activated to maintain the first basin (3). 2) and to heat its contents.

Description

Technical area

The present utility model belongs to the field of kitchen equipment and relates in particular to a kitchen sink unit equipped with a portion intended for cooking food.

Description of the Prior Art

There are various types of kitchen sink known. Generally, the sink assembly includes a sink body and a faucet assembly. The sink body is usually inserted into the upper part of a kitchen equipment element and defines at least one basin capable of containing water and provided with at least one drain opening with a corresponding means for closing, optionally retaining the water.

Water can be collected in the basin and dishes, pots and dishes can be arranged for washing.

The same basin can also be used for cleaning vegetables, washing fruit and other operations commonly performed in the kitchen.

A faucet attached to the edge of the sink, or in some cases near it, provides the necessary water to perform such tasks. The faucet can be conveniently equipped with a hot water cold water mixer tap or it can be two taps or two rotary knobs, one for the hot water and one for the cold water, provided.

There are also sinks known to have a second pool next to a first pool, so that their functionality is increased with different ways of simultaneous use.

In this case, the faucet is generally located in a position sandwiched between the two basins, always near one edge, in such a way that it can deliver the water both into one and the other of them.

Both types of sinks may also be provided with an area adjacent the basin or basins which allows the dishes to be drained to allow the collected water to drain before proceeding with its drying.

The types of sinks that are currently on the market, therefore, have different degrees of functionality, but none of them allows you to carry out operations that are different from those mentioned, that is, affect the actions that go from washing off Use of the water discharged from the faucet or simply the arrangement / collection of objects inside the basin are different.

Hot water from the faucet is generally provided by the domestic heating system or, in the case of canteens or laboratories etc., by the general installation, but in no case does the discharge temperature exceed 45 ° C, also due to applicable standards.

The use of the sink for operations requiring higher temperature water, therefore, necessitates heating water with another means to then pour it into the pool of use, where, however, it will only maintain the initial temperature reached for a few minutes.

In addition, the hot water provided by the faucet is often provided by a boiler which heats it up at that time, using low efficiency devices, that is, wasting a lot of fuel.

Apart from fuel, one notes a considerable waste of water, since it has to be maintained each time that the hot water from the heating system arrives at the faucet from which it is discharged, and in the meantime the first cold and then lukewarm water directly into the drain is allowed to flow.

Purpose of the utility model

The purpose of the present utility model is essentially to provide a multi-well sink that combines the current functions of a conventional sink with additional functions, as described below.

Summary of the utility model

These and other purposes are implemented by means of a multi-functional sink, especially for the kitchen, comprising at least a first basin and a second basin adjacent to the first basin, the first basin and the second Basins are adapted to contain water, and each with a drain with one / a selectively operable closure / opening is provided, and at least one faucet, which is suitable for dispensing water to water in the first basin and / or in the second bowl when it is put into operation, said multifunction sink being characterized in that it includes heating means, which are selectively activated to heat the first tank and the contents thereof.

Optionally, a container is provided which is adapted to be inserted into the first basin, provided with holes to allow the inflow of water contained in the first basin and to allow the water to flow out of the container at the moment of removal therefrom to allow the first basin. In a preferred implementation, the heating means are located in communication with the bottom of the first basin and consist of one or more of the following systems: induction, electric resistance heating system. The multi-purpose sink according to a preferred implementation of the present utility model allows the cooking of food or at least making available a quantity of water for a predetermined period of time at a constant temperature and / or at a temperature which may be higher than the discharge temperature of the Sink associated faucet is maintained.

Compared to currently available sinks, a sink according to a preferred implementation of the present utility model allows at least a portion of the sink to be used for cooking food or other operations which involve heating water to a temperature greater than the dispensing temperature of the food Faucet is and / or kept constant for a period of time, require.

According to an implementation of the present utility model, the multi-functional sink can be improved in such a way that operations of the kind of cooking, boiling in a water bath, steam cooking, pasteurization, sterilization are made possible.

According to a preferred implementation of the present utility model, a control module allows to select the time at which the water is to be boiled and / or the water is to be heated to a constant temperature, which may also be different from the boiling temperature.

Another advantage of the multifunction sink according to an implementation of the present utility model is that a sink is provided which allows hot water to be used without wasting liquid and fuel even at higher temperatures compared to the hot water discharged from the tap.

These and still other objects are achieved according to the present invention by a kitchen sink aggregate having the characteristics indicated in the appended claims.

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• - 1 eine Vorderansicht eines Spülbeckenaggregats gemäß dem Gebrauchsmuster aus erhöhter Perspektive darstellt, wobei die entsprechenden Hauptkomponenten aus ihrem Platz herausgenommen sind;
• - 2 eine Ansicht des Spülbeckenaggregats von 1 aus einer Perspektive von unten darstellt, wobei die entsprechenden Hauptkomponenten aus ihrem Platz herausgenommen sind;
• - 3 eine Ansicht des Spülbeckenaggregats von 1 aus einer Perspektive von oben darstellt, wobei die entsprechenden Hauptkomponenten in ihren Plätzen angeordnet sind;
• - die 4, 5 und 6 eine Vorderansicht des Spülbeckens in Übereinstimmung mit dem Gebrauchsmuster, das in den oberen Teil eines Kücheneinrichtungselements eingesetzt ist, aus erhöhter Perspektive und jeweils in verschiedenen Konfigurationen der Verwendung darstellen;
• - 7 eine Vorderansicht des Spülbeckenaggregats im Querschnitt darstellt, aus der die Gestalt seines unteren Teils, der zu seiner Stützung in dem Einrichtungselement eingesetzt verbleibt, ersichtlich ist.

Other features and advantages of the present invention will be apparent from the following description, which proceeds with reference to the appended drawings, which are provided by way of example and not of limitation, wherein:

• - 1 a front view of a sink unit according to the utility model from an elevated perspective, with the corresponding main components are taken out of place;
• - 2 a view of the sink unit of 1 from a perspective from below, with the corresponding major components taken out of place;
• - 3 a view of the sink unit of 1 from a perspective from above, with the respective main components arranged in their places;
• - the 4 . 5 and 6 Fig. 4 illustrates a front view of the sink in accordance with the utility model inserted into the upper part of a kitchen equipment element, from an elevated perspective and each in different configurations of use;
• - 7 shows a front view of the sink unit in cross section, from which the shape of its lower part, which remains inserted for its support in the device element, can be seen.

Detailed description

The reference to "one embodiment" in the context of this specification indicates that it will be understood that a particular configuration, structure, or characteristic of the described utility model is included in at least one embodiment.

Thus, particular configurations, structures, or properties may be combined in any convenient way to obtain one or more implementation forms.

The references used below have a function of convenience and in no way define the scope of protection or scope of the forms of implementation.

With particular reference to the 1 to 6 For purposes of illustration only and not by way of limitation, FIG. 1 indicates a sink according to the present invention in its entirety.

The multifunction sink 1 is especially, but not exclusively, intended for kitchen use; Beyond installation in a home environment, it can be used in work, canteen, restaurant environments, etc.

The sink 1 In the illustrated embodiment is formed of metallic material, for example stainless steel sheet, since this is the material that is better suited for its shape, as will be clear from the following description.

It is understood that other material can be used for its implementation, provided that it is capable of withstanding elevated temperatures.

The sink 1 according to a preferred implementation of the present utility model, it is intended to be inserted into a work surface of a kitchen or into an opening provided above in a kitchen furniture in such a way that the outer edge rests on the above-mentioned surface or on the structure of the furniture, whereby the sink is carried in a convenient position for its use.

In the embodiment shown by way of example in the figures, the sink includes 1 a basin 2 that is suitable to contain water and with a drain 12 is provided, and means for dispensing water 10 For example, they consist of a conventional faucet, which, when put into operation, will add water to the first basin 2 can take in. Appropriate means for closing the drain (not shown in the figure) when actuated make it possible to retain the water in the tank itself.

Advantageously, the faucet may be of the alignable type, in a way that it also has a second basin 3 next to the first pool 2 arranged and also with a drain 13 (and the corresponding means for closing) is provided, can serve.

In 7 The arrangement and the shape of the two basins can be seen in a front view in cross-section.

Note that the faucet may include two hot and cold water opening and closing knobs or other alternative solutions, such as a mixer tap, as illustrated in the figures, which is operated with a single lever.

In accordance with a first aspect of the utility model, the sink includes 1 heating 20 ( 2 ), which can be selectively activated to the pelvis 2 and to heat the contents therein, generally water.

According to an implementation of the utility model, the heating means exist 20 advantageously from an induction heating system, ie with electrical supply, in connection with the bottom of the basin 2 is arranged as in 2 good to see.

Note that it is still possible to use other alternative means of heating the pool (and its contents), such as electrical resistance, also in conjunction with the bottom of the pool 2 arranged without departing from the scope of the present utility model.

Activation of the heating system (eg, an induction or electrical resistance heating system) and regulation of the temperature generated are activating and regulating means 25 provided, for example, from a series of buttons, buttons or knobs 26 exist on a near the pelvis 2 positioned control panel 27 are mounted. Such execution means can also be implemented by means of a touch-sensitive device (for example touchpad or touchscreen).

According to a possible implementation of the present utility model, the pelvis extends 2 to a lesser extent than the pelvis 3 , relative to the transverse direction of the sink 1 , and is the control panel 27 in connection with a transverse end side 7 of the pelvis 2 positioned, taking the place of this transverse end face 7 and the corresponding edge 8th of the sink 1 is enclosed.

Advantageously, the activating and regulating agents 25 moreover, it includes an adjustable timer which is not visible in the illustrations and which is suitable for the moment of activation and / or the duration of activation of the heating means 20 increase.

This allows activation and / or interruption of the heating of the pool 2 set to a previously set time, so set the duration of heating.

The control panel 27 can also have an ad 24 ( 1 and 5 ), for example of the digital type, to make the predetermined temperature measured by means of a thermometer (not visible in the figures) and / or the times of activation / deactivation of the heating means. Such a display and the above-mentioned "touch" type device may coexist in the same device.

According to a possible implementation of the present utility model may be in the basin 2 a container 4 be introduced with holes 5 provided in the bottom, which is the inflow of in the basin 2 contained water and at the moment of taking it out of the basin 2 allow the outflow of water.

The basin 2 In addition, according to another embodiment, it may be removable in a manner that allows removal and more convenient cleaning (eg, in a dishwasher) and / or care and / or replacement. The means for attaching / detaching the pelvis 2 to hold it in place during normal operations and to allow it to be removed, if necessary, may be implemented using one or more of the solutions available in the prior art.

In the embodiment provided here, a lid 6 to cover the pelvis 2 can be arranged and can along the sink 1 be moved to either the pelvis 2 or the pelvis 3 cover.

As in 4 can be seen, covers the lid 6 in a fitting way, the first basin 2 He gives access to the second pool 3 leaves free. In the example shown in the figure, the lid is 6 with holes 15 (optional), in particular, the escape of the vapor from the underlying first basin 2 and / or the possible dripping into the second basin 3 enable.

In 5 can be the over the second basin 3 moved lids 6 look at the access to the first basin 2 leaves free, from the so the container 4 ( 6 ) can be taken out.

In addition, the sink can 1 a shelf 9 include extending laterally from one of the basins. In the accompanying drawings, which are illustrative and not restrictive, the shelf extends from the basin 3 , which is only intended to contain water and lack of heating.

However, nothing prevents the arrangement of the shelf in various ways, for example, next to the pool 2 , equipped with heating means, or even between the two basins 2 and 3 with the possible equipment with a special removable faucet.

In all cases, the lid can 6 moved and also over the shelf 9 be arranged as in 6 good to see.

According to an implementation of the present utility model, the lid 6 a series of holes through it 15 and a window 16 before that gives access to the control panel 27 with the power and regulation buttons 26 allowed when the lid is over the pelvis 2 located.

According to a preferred implementation of the present utility model, the two basins share 2 and 3 the use of the faucet 10 which can pour into one and the other water.

However, while the pelvis 3 Conveniently, with larger dimensions, fulfilling the task of each sink and collecting water to wash off either dishes or other things collects the basin 2 not just the faucet 10 discharged water, if expediently the means for closing the outflow are actuated, but allows the water, for example, through the induction system 20 to heat, even at an elevated temperature, until boiling.

This allows the pelvis 2 to use for cooking food in the perforated container 4 which is inserted into the basin and which acts, for example, as a strainer to separate the food from the cooking water.

Or you can just get warm water with a higher temperature than that provided by the domestic water heater for other uses.

The perforated lid 6 allows using the function as a cover of the pelvis 2 In addition, steam cooking is carried out, with the food or products to be cooked being placed on top of it and the one below it 2 water is brought to a boil.

If the lid 6 over the pelvis 3 it can act as a working and / or drainage surface or simply the products near the basin 2 for example, waiting for the water to reach the appropriate temperature and then pour it into it.

It is also intended that any future plug-ins will be used to extend the functionality with other features and accessories.

• - Kochen,
• - Kochen im Wasserbad,
• - Dampfkochen,
• - Sterilisation,
• - Pasteurisierung.

At the end of the day, the sinks presented in the context of the present utility model permit 1 in particular, as indicated above, performing one or more of the following functions:

• - Cook,
• - cooking in a water bath,
• - steam cooking,
• - sterilization,
• - Pasteurization.

According to a preferred implementation of the present utility model, it is when the water in the second basin 2 is sufficiently introduced, a corresponding button on the control panel 25 to operate and to wait for the water to reach the temperature suitable for the function to be carried out by the display 24 is reached has reached.

If present, the timer allows you to select the time at which the water should be heated or boiled, and the connection with the thermometer allows the water to be kept at a constant temperature for a given period of time from the boiling point may be different.

The multifunction sink 1 In addition, according to a preferred implementation of the present utility model, the holding of dishes at temperatures above ambient temperature allows.

Finally, it is possible to do a washing up with hot water without wasting liquid, for example, waiting for the domestic hot water to arrive, and to increase the temperature thereof in comparison with the hot water discharged from the faucet.

It should also be noted that the use of water at high temperatures, particularly with the cooking function, requires that the drainpipes be of convenient material to withstand such high temperatures. In a preferred implementation, the drainage system is in direct contact with the basin, at least in its initial part 2 of metal (eg, steel), preferably equipped with a coil and / or other cooling system, to disperse at least a portion of the heat before it is poured back into the normal drain line.

It should be understood that the illustrated apparatus is to be understood as exemplary only, and it is therefore to be understood that what has been described above is by way of example only and not of limitation.

Therefore, possible modifications and variations of the utility model are considered to be within the scope of the protective framework provided by the present technical solution, as described above and claimed hereinafter.

Claims (9)

A multifunction sink (1), especially for the kitchen, comprising at least a first basin (2) and a second basin (3) adjacent to the first basin (2), the first basin (2) and the second basin (3) being suitable To contain water, and each having an outlet (12, 13) with an optional closure / opening, and at least one faucet suitable for dispensing water (10) for introducing water into the first basin (2) and / or into the second basin (3) when it is put into operation, the multifunction sink (1) being characterized by including heating means (20) which are selectively activated to maintain the first basin (3). 2) and to heat its contents. Multifunction sink (1) according to Claim 1 including a container (4) adapted to be introduced into the first basin (2), the vessel (4) being provided with holes (5) for the inflow of water contained in the first basin (2) and to allow the outflow of water from the container (4) at the moment of taking it out of the first basin (2). A multifunction sink (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the heating means (20) are disposed in communication with the bottom of the first pool (2) and comprise one or more of the following systems: induction, electric resistance heating system. Multifunction sink (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein electronic activation and regulation means (25) are provided are to activate and regulate the heating means (20). Multifunction sink (1) according to Claim 4 wherein the activating and regulating means (25) comprise a series of buttons, buttons or knobs (26) adapted to operate the heating means (20) and to regulate the temperature they produce; and a display (24 ) connected to a thermometer positioned to measure the temperature inside the first basin (2). Multifunction sink (1) according to Claim 4 or 5 wherein the activating and regulating means (25) comprise a regulatable timer adapted to set the moment of activation and / or the duration of activation of the heating means (20). A multifunction sink (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein a lid (6) is provided for covering the first basin (2), the lid (6) being provided with a series of holes (15) passing therethrough, in such a way that in the presence of hot water in the first tank (2) produced steam from the holes therethrough (15) flows out, for steam cooking and / or for sterilization. Multifunction sink (1) according to one of the preceding claims, which is suitable to be used in a fitted kitchen or kitchen furniture. A fitted kitchen incorporating a multifunction sink according to any one of the preceding claims.

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