DE3802972A1 - Collapsible pallets - Google Patents

Abstract

Collapsible pallets in exchangeable components in order to be able to transport or stack such pallets in a space-saving manner. Pallets which consist of exchangeable individual parts and, by temporary addition of reinforcing components, allow the load-bearing possibilities thereof to be changed. Pallets whose components also include fire-fighting means. By means of lowerable roller devices, a pallet becomes movable on the ground from case to case without a forklift truck. Lowerable rollers can be used in corresponding counter-pieces on supports as retainers in order to make a temporary shelf construction. Alternatively, removable supports can ensure, from pallet to pallet, that no direct loading of goods or products located below needs to take place. Components of collapsible pallets, which components are designed and constructed in such a way that they can also be used for other applications.

Description

Storing or transporting empty pallets means, for example, with wooden Euro pallets that you have to occupy and load approx. M ^{3 of} space for 25 pieces. For long distances, this means costs that limit the unprofitable. Wooden pallets add more moisture and corresponding weight in wet weather. With snow and ice, such loads on wooden pallets are not only an increase in weight, but also a softening of the wood so much that the nails can loosen and thus contribute significantly to the decay of a wooden pallet.

From such negative experiences, the inventor came up with the idea of a To design a variant of individual elements that enable a pallet disassemble into individual parts at any time and as soon as necessary, back into a capable unit to be able to put together.

In order to avoid the disadvantages of a wooden pallet, the He developed Finder elements made of steel, iron, light metals, or plastic materials that can be obtained.

According to this invention it is provided that, for example, a load-bearing sheet, is manufactured so that individual elements underneath are so attached can bring that results in a resilient and transportable pallet. Load-bearing individual elements of a pallet can, according to this invention, instead of with a uniform wing, also procured only from load-bearing strips be, which with holding parts a temporary fixed connection with the stable Have them manufactured, which in turn can be separated at any time if required. For example, this invention provides that, for example, waves of similar carriers parts made of metal, aluminum, plastic, or other materials are that a continuous plate is mounted on top in a few simple steps can be, or individual strips together to form a connecting surface can be added, which can be dismantled into individual parts just as easily could be.

The surface and lower parts can be made from different materials be provided for the same task fulfillment.  

Among the many possible variants to produce pallets of metal, light metal or plastic, are shown in Figs. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3 illustrates examples. Fig. 1, 2, 3, a , are support elements which can be assembled or disassembled, on the upper part or lower part, one-piece or multi-part wings are attached. Fig. 3, c , represents an upper wing of a pallet. This construction provides that a forklift can be approached from one side as well as from the other. Fig. 6 shows a possible type of strut in order to be able to firmly connect several individual elements of a pallet to form a continuous unit. By loosening Fig. 6, s , a central lock, all the components can then be taken apart so that they can be easily stacked in a confined space for storage or transport.

Another, among the different possible variants, Fig. 4, f shows how insertable profiles, which for the purpose of entry for a fork stacker, may have corresponding openings laterally attached. FIG. 4 illustrates the reduced space on which the whole, or partial areas, designated c , can be accumulated, in order then to be connected to one unit by s , as in FIG. 5, c , and as in FIG. 7 , by inserting the appropriate support profiles into a load-bearing pallet. Fig. 4 to 7 faces double insertion sites, G, threaded show with c, referred to, a, the insertion points, b, a tensioner, e, vehicles parts, which may have different possible range of shapes.

Fig. 8, s , indicates a connection between two slats-like metal or plastic surface parts. Fig. 8, c , can either be provided from a reinforcing tube, or from solid metal, or plastic, for increased stability properties. Fig. 8, a , represents the outer edge portion of a pallet section. C , is either the reinforced extreme outer cavity, or more solidly inserted rod, or guide material.

According to Fig. 8, metal can, light metal, or plastic slats be made as part pallets.

This invention provides that pallets with retractable balls can be equipped so that individual pallets can be easily moved on the floor or on the shelf. , K by FIG. 9, a retractable ball by moving a lever, h, or other trigger, the ball forces in an outward-facing position, characterized a pallet can then be easily moved.

Fig. 9, s , indicates a thread around which, or in which, one or the other moving pressure medium is found. Fig. 10, h , indicates a lever, which is locked in o , to either stabilize or release the pressure on the ball, as required. This principle can also be used in the furniture industry as well as in other areas.

Collapsible pallets according to this invention can also differ from components made up of existing raw materials. Loading areas whether consisting of one piece or several individual parts, can also consist of non-metallic raw materials to certain To meet needs or demands.

Wings for collapsible pallets according to the in this patent application Shown forms, or qualities, can be planned so that such Convert usable building material components, or have them used.

Certain collapsible pallets, according to this invention, can be joined together lined up, as a storage area, or floor elevation, or use wall parts leave, especially where an intermediate layer of insulation material, or Air is provided as insulation to perform a special task. Another version of collapsible pallets also provides this invention by individual parts, through guides for ropes or cables, components of a Pallet, rigid shapes are forced by a screw, or tension lever, or other means to pull ropes together. By loosening the tensioning device, a pallet is rolled up for the purpose of storage, transport, or special intentions of use.

For example, in Fig. 3, individual parts of the wing can be divided, but by one or more steel ropes, or other solid ropes, so by tightening a tension element, lever, or screw cap, so be tightened that it is a consistently rigid wing is secured. On the other hand, if the tension parts are loosened so that the wing parts can be sufficiently far apart from each other, so that they can be rolled, stored or transported as a whole. Rollable wing surfaces of a pallet are also suitable for bordering trees, or part of a fence, or so many other possible uses, which, individually, could exceed the scope of this patent application.

The support supports of a pallet can also be made from individual parts be such that they are tightened by means of a continuous cable or rope, let it connect to a solid unit, which on the other hand, by loosening the Tensionier, all in a coherent and flexible condition let it change so that its storage, or transportation, takes place in a more confined space Can be found.

To increase the quality of execution of such collapsible To obtain pallets, this invention provides that between the individual Components, which ver by a connecting rope, or cable are bound, at the connection points, suitable, lateral retractable fixed Elements on the rope or cable, which are attached to the pull and tension, laterally in the wing parts, or support parts so allow to sink that increased stability can be achieved.  

For collapsible pallets, this invention also sees as applicable Variations, telescopically collapsible wings, or scaffolding. For example, slatted frames can be made using scissor-like connecting parts connected to extendable to connect to the support supports will.

To store goods on collapsible pallets freely on top of each other, or To be able to transport this invention provides telescopic supports the respective extreme ends, if necessary also to be attached in other places, the loaded pallet is not directly on the underlying storage Goods need to be exposed to harmful effects due to excessive pressure. In addition, pallet supports can be provided, which make it possible to To use pallets as an assembled shelf, which is can also change its composition at any time. In the sharing of Pallets, or pallet supports, or pallet surfaces, differently colored or tinted colors can be assigned, new, clearer Inventory organizations carry out, which considerably facilitates handling enable with goods and goods.

A further innovation in pallets provides this invention in that in one or other part of a pallet, fire extinguishing agents are housed so that when a fire breaks out, extinguishing those on the immediate area can act. By means of automatic fire extinguishing parts on a pallet, the Expansion of a fire, containment functions from pallet to pallet exercise. The inventor considers it more economical to keep pallets with, for example chemical fire extinguishing agents than in the event of a fire, Whole means of transport, or warehouses, or other objects at risk of fire to sacrifice total destruction.

There have been far too many fires in the past, which are very high Damage caused and which by using refractory pallets, still also equipped with components in which fire extinguishing agents are accommodated would be able to prevent such fire damage in very many cases, could have at least severely damaging effects. Accordingly in the future, by means of these inventions, effective fire propagation measures shown and made possible.

Of course, not all individual variants can be listed here, which ones nevertheless constitute an integral part of these claims.

In addition, this invention provides that components of a pallet so It is designed in advance that its components are also intended for other purposes such as building component for other constructions.

Claims (12)

1. Collapsible pallets, characterized in that the wings are separable from supporting lower parts. 2. Collapsible pallets, characterized in that wings, are made up of individual interchangeable parts. 3. According to claim 2, characterized in that there are wings, or load-bearing lower parts of a pallet, telescopically push together. 4. According to claims 1 to 3, characterized in that essential Components of a collapsible pallet made of materials other than wood are made. 5. Collapsible pallets, characterized in that such Separation of load-bearing tops, from the load-bearing bases, essential spatial savings compared to pallets that cannot be dismantled when stacking of such parts. 6. Collapsible pallets, characterized in that between the The upper part and the lower part underneath are always fixed Lets establish a connection, which is temporarily canceled at any time interchangeable components of such a pallet can represent. 7. Collapsible pallets according to claims 1 to 6, characterized records that such fire-fighting agents beige as part of equipment are added, which become active automatically in the event of a nearby source of fire. 8. Pallets, characterized in that their components ver lowerable roller for temporary needs can be extended to a pallet to be able to roll over the floor or storage areas. 9. Pallets, characterized in that their construction for a additional adaptation of support parts are provided, which make it possible stack loaded pallets on top of each other so that there is no direct load on the can be done on a pallet loaded goods. 10. Retractable scooter designed and characterized in that those in connection with pallets, or other objects, a rolling Locomotion is temporarily achieved, then by lowering the site Roll a solid hold repeatable times to be able to produce. 11. According to claims 7 and 9, characterized in that between individual pallets, removable, stable, shelf-forming inventory parts, are also intended for carriers of fire-fighting agents.   12. Components of a pallet, characterized in that such can also be assigned to other purposes.