DE202020103415U1 - Hygienic cover for handles - Google Patents

Abstract

Protective device (1) for protecting the hand (2) of a person from contamination adhering to the handle (3) of an object, comprising two essentially rectangular, mutually adjacent gripping films (4) forming an upper side (4A) and an underside (4B), which are connected to one another at two or three successive edges (8B, 8C), so that a handle cover that is open on two or one side and at least on its distal side (5) results with a handle receiving space (6) which is used to accommodate the handle (3 ) is set up, characterized in that a protective film (7) is arranged on its upper side (4A) and / or on its underside (4B), which with the upper or lower side (4A, 4B) at least on their common distal edge (8A) is connected, so that there is a finger protection space (9) suitable for receiving at least the fingertip (s).

Description

The invention relates to the field of protective devices for avoiding contamination by touching a handle. In particular, the invention relates to a hygienic cover for a handle, and to a system comprising a hygienic cover.

State of the art and disadvantages

It has long been known that pathogenic germs (viruses, bacteria) are not only transmitted through direct contact with an infected person (through sneezing, coughing, body contact), but also indirectly. Due to the very frequent contact of the particularly heavily stressed mucous membranes (mouth, nose, eyes) of an infected person with their own hands, and the subsequent contact of objects and surfaces with the (unwashed) hands, said objects and surfaces are contaminated accordingly. Other harmful substances such as chemicals or lubricants are also absorbed through hand contact and can get into the body in a comparable way.

It is true that harmful germs can usually be inactivated by thorough disinfection with appropriate agents, and other substances can be washed off. However, frequent disinfection causes high costs, material damage and environmental pollution, especially when disinfection is carried out according to a fixed schedule that does not take into account the actual degree of the specific contamination, because this cannot be easily determined. Take door handles in public buildings that are touched by many people one after the other and therefore represent a potential source for the transmission of germs. In order to offer sufficient security against transmission at all times, a half-hourly disinfection is necessary, for example. However, if a door handle is touched less often (e.g. temporarily lower number of visitors) or more frequently (e.g. when a larger group of people enter the building) for various reasons, this leads to unnecessarily frequent or insufficient treatment of the door handles.

It is therefore desirable to counter the risk of contamination in a manner appropriate to the situation, without excessive or inadequate use of resources.

An object that is touched frequently, for a long time and by many different people is the handle of a shopping trolley or comparable vehicle such as a luggage cart, or the handles of a ride (e.g. roller coaster or the like in an amusement park). Here too, frequent disinfection can help prevent the spread of germs. However, it can never be ruled out that shortly after a regular treatment, pathogenic germs that have already been picked up by one or more other users of the car before the next regular disinfecting treatment will be found on the handle. Conversely, it can happen that a handle is treated several times even though the trolley has not been used at all in the meantime.

A large number of devices are known to solve this problem, many of which propose the use of disposable foils which cover the handle and which are replaced by a person after the use of the trolley so that the subsequent user finds a clean gripping surface. However, said solutions often have the disadvantage that they are only inadequately connected to the handle, or only with a corresponding effort. If the device slips unintentionally during use or during breaks in use (e.g. when the handle is temporarily released, e.g. the shopping trolley), it is no longer ensured that the handle will not be accidentally touched directly afterwards.

Thus, publication discloses DE 282 59 29 A the proposal to attach a supply and return roll with a suitable film arranged in a housing on the handle of a trolley so that new, unused film can be transported to the handle every time it is used. Slipping of the film is hereby structurally excluded. However, devices of this type have not yet caught on because they are relatively complex in construction and change the external appearance of the car.

Another suggestion is, for example, from the publication DE 100 03 545 A1 known. Here a "grip sleeve" made of paper is proposed, which is equipped on one side with an adhesive layer with which it can be attached to the handle. The disadvantage of this solution, however, is the need to provide said adhesive layer, since this increases the costs of the protective device and the device also requires precise attachment to the handle, which cannot necessarily be done equally by all groups of people.

Pamphlet DE 862 10 08 U1 dispenses with such an adhesive layer, with the disadvantage that the film can easily slip on the handle and thus cannot reliably prevent contamination.

DE 20 2005 001 703 U1 suggests straps or hooks for fastening; the former in turn require a certain amount to be attached Skill, while the latter have to match the respective design of the handle quite exactly.

DE 20 2010 013 106 U1 suggests "clamping circumferential means" in the form of rubber bands, for example. In addition to the more complex production of such protective films, however, it is also not necessarily ensured that the hand of a user is actually protected all around from direct contact with the handle if it can reach over the peripheral means and thus touch the handle.

Also known are sleeves consisting of a substantially solid material, which are attached to the handle and removed from it again after use. The one in block letters FR 2 808 249 A1 The protection disclosed is therefore rather intended for reuse, with correspondingly careful cleaning between uses being essential. In addition, the protective device and the handle must roughly match, and such covers generally also lead to an optical covering of the handle, so that information attached there (for example advertising, safety instructions for the user) is no longer visible.

Object of the invention and solution

The invention is therefore based on the object of providing a protective device which avoids the disadvantages of the prior art.

Accordingly, the protective device should be as independent as possible of the geometry of the handle it covers. The attachment of the protective device should be so simple and safe that even inexperienced users are not overwhelmed by it. The construction should be simple and inexpensive, and not structurally change the vehicle carrying the handle. The protective device should be securely attached to the handle at all times, and the hands of a user should not come into direct contact with the handle even when it is fully grasped. Slipping of the protective device should be avoided, or should not lead to any disadvantageous effects in terms of protection. The original handle should, if possible, remain at least partially visible.

The object is achieved by a protective device according to claim 1, according to the independent claim 8, and a system according to claim 10. Advantageous embodiments can be found in the respective dependent subclaims, the following description and the figures.

description

First, two main variants of the invention are described, which can also be combined with one another, as well as a system comprising one of these variants. This is followed by a description of the use of these main variants.

The protective device serves to protect a person's hand from contamination adhering to the handle of an object. The object can be, for example, a shopping trolley, transport trolley or suitcase trolley, or some other pushing aid. “Contamination” means impurities of any kind; in particular bacteria and viruses, but also contamination with chemicals, lubricants or other, typically harmful media.

The protective device comprises two essentially rectangular, mutually adjoining gripping films which form an upper side and a lower side. Roundings or shortened edges do not change this essentially rectangular shape.

These gripping foils are connected to one another at two or three consecutive edges, so that a “grip cover” that is open on two or only one side results accordingly. This at least one opening points in the direction of its distal side, ie away from the user in the direction of the handle, which the user typically pushes in front of him. This grip cover defines a “grip receiving space” which is set up to receive the handle. This means that it is shaped and dimensioned in such a way that the handle has this space, whereby it can be advantageous to measure this space so tightly that the handle is essentially on the two sides (right and left) on the corresponding ( Side) edges of the handle cover. In this way, the risk of the handle cover slipping unintentionally is already reduced. It is then advantageously made of a slightly elastic material so that it can be stretched over the handle.

The invention is now characterized in that a “protective film” is arranged on the top and / or bottom of the grip cover, which is connected to the top or bottom at least at their common distal edge, so that there is at least a the fingertip (s) provides a suitable "finger protection space". In other words, by providing a further film arranged on the upper or lower side, a (further) space is created which acts like a glove, in which - depending on the depth - the fingertips or even the entire fingers can dip. The opening of this finger protection space points in the direction of the user. The opening of the handle receiving space, however, faces away from the user.

The invention thus avoids the disadvantages known from the prior art.

The invention is largely independent of the geometry of the handle it covers, since the simple rectangular shape can be slipped over most of the usual handles without having to provide a special variant for each handle. The attachment of the protective device is very simple and safe, so that even inexperienced users are not overwhelmed by it. The construction is also very simple and inexpensive, as the production of foils - including those that are folded in several layers - is perfectly mastered by industry and is available for large quantities. To attach the film, neither the handle itself nor the vehicle carrying the handle have to be structurally changed. The protective device is also securely attached to the handle at all times, and the hands of a user do not come into direct contact with the handle even when it is fully grasped. Slipping of the protective device is efficiently avoided and does not lead to any disadvantageous effects in terms of protection. If an at least partially transparent film is selected, the original handle remains at least partially visible.

Various embodiments of this variant of the invention are described in more detail below.

According to a particularly preferred embodiment, the protective device comprises a protective film both on its upper side and on its lower side. In other words, a separate finger protection space is provided for both the thumb and the other four fingers, so that none of the fingers can directly touch the handle with its tip when reaching around the handle.

According to a further embodiment, the handle films are connected to one another both at the distal (forward-facing) edge and at both side edges (right and left), so that a handle receiving space is only open in the direction of the handle. This embodiment protects the fingers even better; it also allows the two lateral ends of a push handle to be grasped without accidentally slipping out of the respective finger protection space.

According to another embodiment, the grip films are only connected to one another at the distal edge, so that a laterally open grip receiving space results. The advantage of this embodiment lies in the greater flexibility when pulling the protective device onto the handle. Extra wide handles can then also be used with the protective device. The grip foils can also be connected to one another on only one of the two side edges; then there is a handle receiving space that is open to the front and to one side.

It is also possible that the grip foils are only connected to one another at the distal edge, whereas the finger protection spaces are also connected to the grip foil on one or, preferably, on both side edges. In this way, the protective device can also be used when a handle is excessively wide, with the fingers still being optimally protected by the finger protection spaces that are closed on three sides.

According to a further embodiment, the protective device has a slot-like opening for a coin lock on its proximal edge (pointing towards the user). Such locks are often found on the handles of shopping carts. By providing a suitably placed slot, the user can operate this without having to lift the protective device at this point to create accessibility.

The protective device preferably has a width of 700 mm ± 300 mm and a depth of 70 mm ± 30 mm. The width is particularly preferably 700 mm ± 150 mm and the width 70 mm ± 15 mm. However, it is clear that other dimensions can also be useful depending on the specific application. However, the dimensions mentioned above cover most applications in the field of pushing aids. Shorter widths of e.g. approx. 100 to 200 mm can also be useful in the case of split handles.

The material thickness is usually 0.01 to 1 mm, and is preferably between 0.05 and 0.2 mm. In the case of woven material in particular, however, the material thickness can also be greater, for example 0.5 to 2.0 mm.

The material used is plastic, textile material (fabrics), or even paper-like material, depending on whether reusability or single use is desired. The material is particularly preferably biodegradable. A transparent and / or elastic material is also preferred; reference is made to the explanations above. Examples of preferred materials are bio-films made from corn starch, sugar cane or polylactide (PLA).

Furthermore, the protective device can also comprise, as a means for (local) fastening on the handle, an elastic band attached to one side, with which it can be wrapped when it is attached to the handle. Accordingly, the tape serves on the one hand as a holding option before attachment to the handle, possibly also for Keeping the not yet unfolded "foil package" together, but also securing the protective device on the handle by wrapping the tape around the outside of the film after the protective device has been attached to the handle, thus protecting it from falling if the handle is temporarily released.

The band can be present on one or both sides; the double-sided embodiment secures the protective device better against falling.

Another main variant of the invention will now be described.

Accordingly, a protective device of this type also comprises the grip foils described above, which are also connected to one another in the same way. To avoid repetition, reference is made to the above passages. The protective films mentioned above, on the other hand, are only provided as an option.

According to the invention, the handle cover is now electrostatically chargeable, as it were as a “means for global fastening”, so that it can adhere to the surface of the handle with its sides facing the handle. In other words, the (typically electrically insulating) handle cover is designed (for example through a corresponding choice of material and / or coating) that electrical charges applied to it remain there for a relatively long time.

An electrostatic force of attraction, the so-called Coulomb force, then forms on the handle, which causes the film to adhere to the handle, without adhesives and without other mechanical aids. In particular, this force of attraction is comprehensive, that is to say essentially affects the entire film, and is not only present locally. Accordingly, slipping of such a chargeable film on a suitable handle is almost impossible. At the same time, it is possible with relatively little effort to pull the film off the handle as vertically as possible, since then only small forces have to be overcome (unlike in the case of slipping, in which high shear forces would have to be overcome).

According to one embodiment, the handle comprises means for generating electrostatic attractive forces. In other words, the handle can actively contribute to attracting the protective device by means of electrostatic forces. This can be achieved, for example, in that a corresponding generator is located inside the handle, which generator is connected to the surface of the handle so that the desired forces can develop on it. Particularly preferably, these forces can be switched on and off selectively in order to enable the protective device to be easily attached or removed from the handle.

According to one embodiment, the material of the protective device is selected such that it experiences an electrostatic charge when it rubbing against itself. Accordingly, when removing from a reservoir, which contains a plurality of protective devices, it can be designed in such a way that the said self-rubbing occurs during removal, so that the protective device to be used is then immediately charged. The advantage of this embodiment is that the external energy required for charging is provided by the user; an electrical energy supply can be dispensed with.

According to a further embodiment, the reservoir, which contains a plurality of protective devices, is itself chargeable or charged, so that these are also the protective devices contained therein. If necessary, the charging takes place when the reservoir is filled in the manufacturing plant, and is used when charged, so that no further external electrical energy is required according to this embodiment either.

Finally, the protective devices themselves can be charged during production; In this case, too, there is no need for a later electrical energy supply for the purpose of charging.

This variant also solves the problem from the prior art described above, provided that the film is dimensioned in such a way that the handle can be adequately enveloped with it. Since slipping is almost impossible, the risk of inadvertent direct contact with the handle is also practically eliminated.

Particularly preferably, the protective device also has further features of the features described above.

In particular, this relates to the provision of finger protection spaces by means of the corresponding protective films. These can, but need not, also be electrostatically chargeable; under certain circumstances this would make it more difficult to use the finger protection rooms. Different chargeability can be achieved by using different materials for the respective foils, coatings, or simply by applying the charges selectively.

Other combinable features relate to e.g. the slot-like opening, the dimensions and the elastic band.

The invention also relates to a system for protecting a person's hand from contamination adhering to the handle of an object. This system comprises a protective device according to one of the main variants described above, with combinations also being possible. It also comprises a dispenser for storing a plurality of said protective devices and for dispensing them individually. In other words, the system is used for the individual delivery of individual protective devices, the dispenser being intended for installation, for example, in the entrance area of shops in which the above-mentioned pushing aids are used, and giving the protective devices to visitors to the shop before using a pushing aid. It is clear that the visitor should be able to trigger the delivery process without contact, for example by means of a light barrier or a proximity switch. Alternatively, the dispenser can always have a fresh protective device ready, which the next user receives manually, for example torn off. The dispenser detects this removal and sends a new protective device to the dispenser.

The dispenser can preferably take up roll material and comprise a display and / or transmission device for forwarding information, in particular with regard to its fill level.

The dispenser particularly preferably comprises a device for generating electrostatic charge on a protective device before or during its discharge from the dispenser. Accordingly, the dispenser comprises means with which charges can be generated in a suitable manner on the surface of the protective device, in particular in the surfaces facing the handle space. To avoid repetition, reference is made to the explanations above. The advantage of this embodiment is that no further devices have to be provided for generating the electrostatic attractive forces desired according to the invention.

The generation of said charge shifts can be achieved electrically by means of a suitable generator. Alternatively, this can also be achieved electromechanically, through friction between the film and a suitable material, e.g. wool felt. The advantage of such generation is that there is no need for a voltage supply (power connection or battery) for the dispenser. In this case, the energy is provided by the user while the protective device is being pulled out of the dispenser. The energy can be used for the protection device that has just been pulled out or for the next protection device that is still in the dispenser. The latter embodiment has the advantage that electrostatic charge can be generated over the entire surface; this is not possible if part of the protective device is already in the hands of the user and thus outside the dispenser.

• - klemmendes Umfassen der Schutzvorrichtung derart, dass sich die Finger einer Hand oberhalb der Oberseite und der Daumen unterhalb der Unterseite befinden, wobei die distale Seite vom Benutzer weg und zum Griff hin weist;
• - Einführen zumindest der Fingerspitzen in den dafür vorgesehenen Fingerschutzraum;
• - Platzieren der Schutzvorrichtung derart, dass sie mit ihrer distalen Seite am Griff befindet;
• - Schieben der Schutzvorrichtung unter weiterhin mit den Fingern klemmender Kontaktierung über den Griff hinüber, so dass dieser sich im Griffaufnahmeraum befindet;
• - Umfassen des Griffes mit Fingern und Daumen unter fortwährender Zwischenschaltung der Ober- bzw. Unterseite der Grifffolien, sowie unter Belassen der Finger und/oder des Daumens im entsprechenden Fingerschutzraum, so dass eine unmittelbare Berührung mit dem Griff aufgrund Verrutschens der Schutzvorrichtung ausgeschlossen ist.

The procedure for using the protective device described first is described below. This includes the following steps:

• gripping the protective device by clamping such that the fingers of one hand are above the upper side and the thumbs below the lower side, the distal side pointing away from the user and towards the handle;
• - Inserting at least the fingertips into the finger protection space provided for this purpose;
• - Placing the protective device in such a way that its distal side is on the handle;
• - Pushing the protective device over the handle while still clamping with the fingers, so that it is located in the handle receiving space;
• - Grasp the handle with your fingers and thumb while continuously interposing the top and bottom of the handle films, as well as leaving the fingers and / or thumb in the appropriate finger protection space, so that direct contact with the handle due to slipping of the protective device is excluded.

In other words, first of all the protective device is touched in such a way that the palms of the hands touch the outer sides of the handle foils forming the upper and lower sides of the handle receiving space. On the other side of these outsides, facing the handle, there is thus the handle receiving space. The handle is in front of the user, the opening of the handle receiving space points in the direction of the handle.

Then the fingertips are also pushed into the finger protection space provided. Thus, at this point in time it is no longer possible to touch the handle - due to accidentally overlapping - the handle foils.

Now the protective device is pushed over the handle. It may be necessary to slightly tension the protective device; this can be done in a simple way with the hands already correctly placed.

Then the handle is grasped with the protected hands, and the pushing aid, for example the shopping cart, can be moved without touching the handle directly.

• - elektrostatisches Aufladen der Schutzvorrichtung;
• - klemmendes Umfassen der Schutzvorrichtung derart, dass sich die Finger einer Hand oberhalb der Oberseite und der Daumen unterhalb der Unterseite befinden, wobei die distale Seite vom Benutzer weg und zum Griff hin weist;
• - Platzieren der Schutzvorrichtung derart, dass sie mit ihrer distalen Seite am Griff befindet;
• - Schieben der Schutzvorrichtung unter weiterhin mit den Fingern klemmender Kontaktierung über den Griff hinüber, so dass dieser sich im Griffaufnahmeraum befindet;
• - Umfassen des Griffes mit Fingern und Daumen unter fortwährender Zwischenschaltung der Ober- bzw. Unterseite der Grifffolien, sowie unter elektrostatischem Haften der Schutzvorrichtung am Griff, so dass eine unmittelbare Berührung mit dem Griff aufgrund Verrutschens der Schutzvorrichtung ausgeschlossen ist.

The use is as follows with regard to the second main variant of the invention:

• - electrostatic charging of the protection device;
• gripping the protective device by clamping such that the fingers of one hand are above the upper side and the thumbs below the lower side, the distal side pointing away from the user and towards the handle;
• - Placing the protective device in such a way that its distal side is on the handle;
• - Pushing the protective device over the handle while still clamping with the fingers, so that it is located in the handle receiving space;
• - Grasp the handle with your fingers and thumb while continuously interposing the top and bottom of the handle films, as well as electrostatically adhering the protective device to the handle, so that direct contact with the handle due to the protective device slipping is excluded.

In other words, the protective device is first electrostatically charged. Then it is grasped with the hands in such a way that the palms of the hands touch the outer sides of the upper and lower sides of the handle receiving space forming the handle foils. On the other side of these outsides, facing the handle, there is again the handle receiving space. The handle is in front of the user, the opening of the handle receiving space points in the direction of the handle.

The protective device is now pushed over the handle; Due to the electrostatic forces of attraction, the protective device adheres to the handle, so that unintentional slipping of the same is practically impossible. Since the protective device - provided that it is correctly pushed on and placed on the handle - encloses the handle sufficiently far and can no longer slip, the provision of the finger protection space described above is no longer absolutely necessary, if not excluded. If such a finger protection space is available, the fingertips should be arranged in the respective finger protection space before the protection device is placed on the handle.

Finally, the use of a system according to the invention, comprising a protective device and a dispenser of the type described above, is also presented. It is used in such a way that an electrostatic charge is applied to the protective device by removing an individual protective device from the dispenser for storage. In other words, during the removal, electrical charge is applied to the protective device to be removed or to the subsequent protective device still in the dispenser, so that the desired effect of the electrostatic attraction can develop.

In the present case, repetitions can be dispensed with; reference is made to the explanations given above.

Figure list

• 1 eine perspektivische Ansicht einer Variante der erfindungsgemäßen Schutzvorrichtung;
• 2 eine schematische Schnittansicht durch diese Variante der Schutzvorrichtung;
• 3 eine weitere Ausführungsform dieser Variante der Schutzvorrichtung;
• 4 dieselbe Ausführungsform dieser Variante der Schutzvorrichtung;
• 5 eine perspektivische Ansicht einer anderen Variante der erfindungsgemäßen Schutzvorrichtung;
• 6 eine schematische Darstellung eines Systems, umfassend diese andere Variante.

The invention is explained by way of example below with reference to figures. It shows

• 1 a perspective view of a variant of the protective device according to the invention;
• 2 a schematic sectional view through this variant of the protective device;
• 3 a further embodiment of this variant of the protective device;
• 4th the same embodiment of this variant of the protective device;
• 5 a perspective view of another variant of the protective device according to the invention;
• 6th a schematic representation of a system comprising this other variant.

In the 1 is a perspective view of a variant of the protective device according to the invention.

The protective device 1 comprises two substantially rectangular, mutually adjacent, a top side 4A and a bottom 4B forming grip films 4th . These are on three consecutive edges (side edges 8B , proximal edge 8C ) connected to one another, so that one is present on one side, on its distal side 5 open handle cover with a handle receiving space 6th results. This is to accommodate the handle 3 set up (cf. 2 which shows a schematic sectional view through this variant of the protective device).

At the top 4A and at the bottom 4B the handle cover is each a protective film 7th arranged, highlighted with dashed lines. This grip cover 7th is with the top or bottom 4A , 4B present at their common distal edge 8A connected, so that there is an upper and lower finger protection space suitable for accommodating the fingertips 9 shows how in particular from 2 evident. When reaching around the handle 3 with the hand 2 not only the palm but also the fingers are protected at all times. Even if the protection device 1 should slip, the finger protection space according to the invention ensures 9 ensure that when using the protective device 1 this again taut over the handle 3 is pushed because the fingertips inside Border area of the common distal edge 8A and automatically the top when reaching around 4A and bottom 4B around the handle 3 push.

A slot-like opening can also be seen 11 . This is used to operate one of the many shopping trolleys on the handle 3 attached coin lock (not shown). In addition, such a coin lock can also be used to laterally fix the protective device, since it is prevented from moving sideways by resting on the coin lock. The opening can also be pre-perforated so that it is only opened when necessary and / or only to the extent that is absolutely necessary.

There is also an elastic band on one side of the protective device 12th appropriate. This is used to hold the unused protective device together, and can be used to attach the same to the handle 3 can be used after being attached to it.

the 3 , in which most of the reference numerals already introduced have been omitted, shows an embodiment in which the handle receiving space 6th is divided into two parts. This is achieved by having a partition 10 is provided, which divides this into two halves. A protective device 1 This embodiment makes it difficult for the hands to touch one another (not shown), so that the hands cannot contaminate one another if one hand has picked up contamination, for example by touching a contaminated article on the shopping shelf.

the 4th shows the basically same embodiment as that 3 . The elastic band 12th is no longer loosely on the side, but is along the entire width around the grip foils 4A , 4B stretched around (bottom of the band 12th shown in dashed lines). Preferably the handle films are 4th made of a textile, such as in particular a cotton material; In contrast to plastic films, this material tends to slip off the handle (not shown) because the coefficient of friction and elasticity are lower. The elastic band 12th therefore serves as a slip protection.

the 5 now shows an embodiment which belongs to the second variant of the invention. Also this protective device 1 has a top made of foil material 4A and bottom 4B on, which are connected to each other, so that there is a handle receiving space 6th results. However, this embodiment only optionally includes protective films 7th (Not shown). The handle cover is electrostatically chargeable so that it can adhere to the surface of the handle with its sides facing the handle (not shown). The electrostatic chargeability is indicated by the points symbolizing the charges. The charge density is lower on the outside and higher on the inside. Accordingly, the protective device 1 in the area of higher charge density, adhere particularly firmly to a suitable body (here: the handle).

It is advantageous if the handle is suitable for developing corresponding electrostatic attractive forces. It is also conceivable that the handle is set up to neutralize said forces of attraction (for example via a connectable grounding), or even to reverse it, so that the protective device can be more easily removed again after use.

In the 6th is a schematic representation of a system 14th , comprising this other variant of the protective device shown. So the system includes 14th a donor 16 , in which a plurality of the protective devices 1 can be stored, preferably on a roll. The donor 16 also serves for the individual delivery of the protective devices 1 . To do this, one of the protective devices 1 drawn from a dispensing opening by the user, or the dispenser 16 automatically pushes them out. The protective device 1 is then removed in the direction of the small arrow (without reference number) and, for example, torn off from the following.

The illustrated donor 16 also includes a device for generating electrostatic charge 17th on a protective device 1 , indicated by the two broad arrows. During the delivery of the protective device 1 from the donor 16 this is drawn along the arrowheads, where the charges are applied to the foils, indicated by the dotted arrows. As the guard 1 is then used immediately, enough charges remain on the protective device until it is attached to the handle of a shopping trolley, for example 1 so that the electrostatic attraction desired according to the invention takes place.

List of reference symbols

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Protective device

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hand

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handle

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Grip foil

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Top

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bottom

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distal side

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Handle receiving space

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Protective film

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Edge, distal edge

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Edge, side edge

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Edge, proximal edge

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Finger protection room

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partition wall

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slot-like opening

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elastic band

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Separating edge

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system

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Donor

17th

Device for generating electrostatic charge

QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Patent literature cited

• DE 2825929 A [0007]
• DE 10003545 A1 [0008]
• DE 8621008 U1 [0009]
• DE 202005001703 U1 [0010]
• DE 202010013106 U1 [0011]
• FR 2808249 A1 [0012]

Claims (11)

Protective device (1) for protecting the hand (2) of a person from contamination adhering to the handle (3) of an object, comprising two essentially rectangular, mutually adjacent gripping films (4) forming an upper side (4A) and an underside (4B), which are connected to one another at two or three successive edges (8B, 8C), so that a handle cover that is open on two or one side and at least on its distal side (5) results with a handle receiving space (6) which is used to accommodate the handle (3 ) is set up, characterized in that a protective film (7) is arranged on its top (4A) and / or on its bottom (4B), which with the top or bottom (4A, 4B) at least on their common distal edge (8A) is connected, so that there is a finger protection space (9) suitable for receiving at least the fingertip (s). Protective device (1) according to Claim 1 , the same comprising a protective film (7) both on its upper side (4A) and on its underside (4B). Protection device (1) according to one of the Claims 1 or 2 , wherein the handle foils (4) are connected to one another both at the distal edge (8A) and at both side edges (8B), so that a handle receiving space (6) which is only open in the direction of the handle (3) results. Protective device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the same has a slot-like opening (11) for a coin lock on its proximal edge (8C). Protective device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the same has a width of 700 mm ± 300 mm, and a depth of 70 mm ± 30 mm. Protective device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the same is manufactured - from a plastic film, - made of a textile material, - made of a paper-like material. Protection device (1) according to one of the Claims 1 until 6th wherein the same comprises, as means for local attachment to the handle, an elastic band (12) attached to one side, with which it can be wrapped when attached to the handle (3). Protective device (1) for protecting the hand (2) of a person from contamination adhering to the handle (3) of an object, comprising two essentially rectangular, mutually adjacent gripping films (4) forming an upper side (4A) and an underside (4B), which consecutive two or three edges are connected to each other, then that a two- or one-sided as well, at least at its distal side (5) open handle cover results with a handle receiving space (6), which is configured for receiving the handle (3), characterized characterized in that the same is electrostatically chargeable so that it can adhere to the surface of the handle (3) with its sides facing the handle (3). Protective device (1) according to Claim 8 , further comprising one or more of the features according to Claims 1 until 7th . System (14) for protecting the hand (2) of a person from contamination adhering to the handle (3) of an object, comprising a protective device (1) according to one of the Claims 1 until 7th or a protective device (1) according to one of the Claims 8 until 9 , further comprising a dispenser (16) for storing a plurality of said protective devices (1), as well as for dispensing them individually. System (14) according to Claim 10 wherein the dispenser (16) comprises a device for generating an electrostatic charge (17) on a protective device (1) before or during its discharge from the dispenser (16).

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