DE7214609U - Device for holding objects loosely packed in a suitcase - Google Patents

Description

Dlpl.-lng. Hans W. Groenll ^ Wpl.-Chem. Dr. Alfred Schön

Patentanwälte 80OO Munich 26 i 9 · ZweibrückenstraUe f Tel. 295951/296183

SAPOWO, Establishment Schaan / Liechtenstein

Device for holding loosely packed in a suitcase

Objects.

Is there a danger with a loosely hacked suitcase? that be Content is jumbled up and damaged during travel or shipping. In an only partially full or Loosely packed Heisekoffer, for example, wrinkles clothes more easily than a full and tightly packed one Suitcase. The contents of document cases (so-called diplomatic cases) can also be affected during transport be drawn because it is mostly made of easily displaced objects such as folders, books, writing utensils, etc.

It is known to hold loosely packed in a suitcase Objects to provide straps on the suitcase, which are pulled over the contents after packing and lashed »These straps however, have the disadvantage that they are only used in relatively few and narrow areas of the contents of the case and attack them Do not hold onto all objects evenly. Besides that such straps lace the clothing in the suitcase

Usually pack in excessively, creating unsightly creases develop.

It is the object of the invention to provide a device for a suitcase to create the contents of the suitcase even if the bag is not fully packed Keeps suitcase in constant condition and does not burden individual parts of the contents excessively. This object is achieved according to the invention solved by at least one inflatable cushion to fill the space left in the suitcase.

The cushion can easily be adjusted to the degree of filling of the suitcase by varying the air filling, and since the cushion is softly hugs all contact surfaces, the loosely packed objects are held evenly and gently.

Depending on the circumstances, in a further development of the invention, the length and width of the cushion can correspond to the internal dimensions of the case or, if the case is divided into compartments by fixed partitions, several pillows with the layout of the compartments can be used Dimensions should be provided. The pillow or pillows can be spread over the contents of the case after packing and so on be inflated far that they leave the space when the suitcase is closed Fill in over the contents of the case and apply the pressure necessary to hold the loosely packed items together.

The inflatable pillow (s) can either be inserted separately -or ^^ but ^ m-Kof-feir-fes ^ -eitenebattt — be. — Iffl-ietz ^ ren In an advantageous embodiment of the invention, they are in the cover built into the case. In the case of double cases, in another embodiment of the invention, such a pillow can be inserted into the two-sided ~ ge ~ n covers "firmly" insulated. hs ITteirt ~ srch ~ further "than out if the pillow or pillows consist of several interconnected air-filled individual cushions. Herewith can

prevent the contents of the case from floating parallel to the cushion surface.

In the case of a permanently installed cushion, it is advantageous if in one embodiment According to the invention, a nipple or a valve for inflating the cushion protrudes through an opening in the case. Through this the pillow can be inflated after closing the case, which simplifies the choice of the correct pillow pressure. at In this embodiment, the nipple or the valve is preferably designed to be retractable.

The invention is explained below using exemplary embodiments with reference to drawings.

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7

shows in perspective a pillow according to the invention for Inserting;

shows, in cross section, a packed suitcase with the cushion shown in FIG. 1;

shows, in perspective, an opened suitcase with a cushion built "in" the lid;

is a cross section through a packed ^ and closed Case of Figure 3;

shows an opened double suitcase with the one according to the invention Contraption;

is a cross-section through part of the case with the outwardly leading nipple for inflating the cushion;

shows, in a view similar to FIG. 6, the inflation nipple in the retracted state. .. _ _

The pillow shown in Figure 1 is intended to be placed in a suitcase. It consists of an inflatable skin, and its length and width extension is roughly equal to the inside dimensions of a

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accompanying suitcase. A nipple 2 or a valve is arranged at one corner of the pillow 1 in order to inflate and close the pillow with the mouth or a bump. In the inflated state shown in FIG. 1, the cushion 1 is spread over the contents of the case shown in FIG. 2, whereupon its lid 3 is closed. The pad 1 is then compressed slightly and clings elastically to the contents of the suitcase on, so this during setup or a ^r ch when shaking of the case can not slip. The degree to which the cushion 1 is inflated depends on the filling level of the suitcase, that is, the less the suitcase is filled, the more plump the cushion is inflated.

Figure 5 shows an open case with a bottom part 4 and a cover 3 »in which an inflatable cushion 1 is permanently installed is. The back of the cushion 1 is smooth and attached to the case lid 3, while the front by "quilted" training forms individual cushions 5 which, depending on the air pressure inside the cushion, bulge to a greater or lesser extent. V / hen the The case is partially filled and the lid 3 is closed, the inflated cushion 1 adapts to the shape of the contents of the case, as shown in cross section in FIG. This keeps all loosely packed parts in place in the case.

Figure 5 shows an embodiment of the invention in a so-called double case. This case consists of a lower part 4 and an upper part 3 »which can be unfolded and each form a separate container. For each of these parts 3 and 4 a cover 6 and 7, respectively, is provided for packing of the case can be folded up and on its underside, similar to the case lid in Figure 3, a quilted inflatable Pillow 1 or I ^ wears. Fill with the case closed

these cushions similar to the embodiments described above the free space between the contents of the two case parts 3 and 4.

All conventional materials can be used for the pillows described be used. The skin of the pillow can be made of rubber or plastic; rubber or plastic are particularly advantageous impregnated textiles that correspond to suitcase lining. A socket or nipple with a suitable plug can be used for inflation or a valve can be provided. A valve is expediently used, as is the case with inflatable swimming rings is known, preferably the type that can be pushed in after inflation and then no longer protrudes.

Figures 6 and 7 illustrate a particularly advantageous embodiment of the invention. The one built into the lid 3 of a case Cushion 1 has an inflation nipple 9> through an opening in the case lid 3 protrudes outwards. The nipple 9 can with the closure stopper 10 are closed. This allows the cushion 1 to be inflated or inflated after the case has been packed and closed. vent, so that the correct cushion pressure, which is only achieved when closed-r This suitcase can be measured, can be adjusted more easily. After .dem inflating the pillow 1, the nipple 9 with the on it seated plug 10 pushed in through the opening .6, where it is sunk due to its special training, as illustrated in Figure 7. - -

In the case of a suitcase that is divided into compartments by fixed partitions, a separate inflatable cushion can be provided for each compartment be, whose floor plan is part of that particular subject is equivalent to. These cushions can, similar to that shown in FIG

is to be fixed on the case lid, or they can be separated be insertable.

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Claims (8)

1. Device for holding objects loosely packed in a suitcase, characterized by at least one inflatable Pillow (1) to fill in the space left in the case. 2. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that length and width of the cushion (1) correspond to the internal dimensions of the suitcase. 3. Apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that for Suitcases, which are divided into compartments by fixed partitions, several pillows with the layout of the compartments corresponding Dimensions are provided. 4. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the pillow or pillows (1) in the lid (3) of the Suitcases are permanently installed. "5." Device according to Claim 2, characterized in that, in the case of double cases, such a cushion (1, I ¹ ) is permanently installed in the covers (6, 7) on both sides. 6. Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the pillow or pillows (1) consists of a plurality of one another connected air-filled individual cushions (5) exist. _7._ Device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized characterized in that a JUρpel or a valve (9) for inflation of the cushion (1) protrudes from the case through an opening (ö). 8. Apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that the Nippe ?, or the valve (9) can be lowered into the opening (8). '. ■ · C