EP2347981A1

EP2347981A1 - A Self-Adhesive Notepaper Holder

Info

Publication number: EP2347981A1
Application number: EP10151655A
Authority: EP
Inventors: David Jour
Original assignee: Kudos Finder Trading Co Ltd
Current assignee: Kudos Finder Trading Co Ltd
Priority date: 2010-01-26
Filing date: 2010-01-26
Publication date: 2011-07-27

Abstract

The present invention provides a self-adhesive notepaper holder, which combines at least a notepaper of different patterns, one is rolling notepaper (4) and the other is draw-off notepaper (5); the holder is composed of symmetrical left and right casings (1, 2) with a hollow egg shape, wherein butt-jointed sleeves (10, 20) are set for fixation of the rolling notepaper (4), and butt-jointed slots (16, 26) are also arranged for embedding of the draw-off notepaper; moreover, two parallel supporting bars (11, 21) are arranged on the circumference of the holder for stable standing; a rectangular opening (13, 23) is used for output of rolling notepaper (4), with one side connected with a curved arc (12, 22) and several sawtooth structures (120, 220), allowing easy draw off and tear off of the rolling notepaper (4); and a long notch (15, 25) is used for drawing off single piece of notepaper (5); this design is suitable for the office work with its diversified functions such as: recording, messaging and labeling.

Description

BACKGROUND OF INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The invention generally relates to a self-adhesive notepaper holder, and more particularly to an innovative one that permits the combination of multiple self-adhesive notepaper holders of different shapes so as to prevent the waste of space and utilize them more efficiently.

2. Description of Related Art

Self-adhesive notepaper for marking, labeling, recording and messaging purposes is generally available with writing, printing and labeling functions. Meanwhile, it can be adhered flexibly to the visible locations allowing for convenient real-time reminding of the users. Moreover, the self-adhesive notepaper can be fabricated into a structure of different dimensions and colours for more visible visual effect.
Generally, a self-adhesive notepaper is of a single notepaper structure or otherwise combined with an accommodating seat. Different types of notepaper are generally required for the office work; however, this may lead to disorderly placement of notepaper and decrement in work efficiency.
To overcome the aforementioned problems of the prior art, it would be an advancement if the art introduces an improved structure that can significantly improve the efficacy of the use of self-adhesive notepaper.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Embodiments of the invention may provide a self-adhesive notepaper holderthat can address the problems of conventional self-adhesive notepaper (e.g.: difficulty of drawing off and tearing off) through extremely simple and flexible operating modes and provide a compact accommodating structure that is combined to shape a self-adhesive notepaper holder enabling convenient draw off and tear off of the self-adhesive notepaper.
Embodiments of a self-adhesive notepaper holder are designed with a holder body that includes supports for a rolling and a draw-off notepaper. The holder body may be composed of two symmetrical casings with a hollow egg-shaped structure. The holder body contains a jointed sleeve for supporting the rolling notepaper, and a slot for receiving the draw-off notepaper. On the circumference of the holder body, the following parts are provided: two parallel supporting bars for stable standing; a rectangular opening for output of the rolling notepaper, either side of which is connected with a curved wall and a sawtooth structure, allowing an easy draw off and tear off of the rolling notepaper; and an aperture for drawing off and output of the draw-off notepaper. With this combination, office work can be conducted efficiently while recording, leaving messages and labeling very freely.
The features and the advantages of the invention will be more readily understood upon a thoughtful deliberation of the following detailed description of an embodiment of the invention given with reference to the drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1: is an exploded perspective view of an embodiment of a self-adhesive notepaper holder according to the invention;
FIG. 2: shows the self-adhesive notepaper holder partially assembled;
FIG. 3: shows the self-adhesive notepaper holder fully assembled;
FIG. 4: shows a notepaper being torn off from the self-adhesive notepaper holder; and
FIG. 5: shows a notepaper being drawn off from the self-adhesive notepaper holder.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Referring to FIG. 1, a preferred embodiment of a self-adhesive notepaper holder comprises: a left casing 1, a right casing 2, a notepaper holder 3, a rolling notepaper 4 and a draw-off notepaper 5. The left casing 1 is a hollow egg-shaped structure provided with an internally disposed columnar sleeve 10. A stepped reducing flexible hook 101 is formed symmetrically at the free end of the sleeve 10, while a misaligned guiding coupling portion 102 is set symmetrically on the circumference at the stepped joints. In this embodiment, flanged ribs are set symmetrically on the circumference. On the circumference of the left casing 1, the following parts are provided: two parallel supporting bars 11 (feet) for stable standing and a curved wall 12, with one side connected with a sawtooth structure 120 for tear-off of self-adhesive notepaper and the other side terminating adjacent a rectangular opening 13. At least one coupling portion 14 is set onto the open side of the circumference of the left casing 1 in a very simple combined pattern. In this embodiment, the openings of any aperture are combined. An arched slot 16 is set within the circumference of the left casing 1. The slot 16 is connected with an aperture 15 on the circumference.
The right casing 2 is also a hollow egg-shaped structure, and is aligned symmetrically with the left casing 1 to form a combined body. The casing 2 is provided with an internally disposed columnar sleeve 20 to be in contact with the sleeve 10 of the left casing 1. A stepped reducing ring flange 201 with a protruding end is formed at the inner end of the sleeve, enabling secure locking of the aforementioned flexible hook 101. A guiding coupling portion 202 in the form of a plurality of grooves is set symmetrically on the circumference of the free end of the sleeve 10. In this embodiment, the grooves can be mated securely with the aforementioned ribs. On the circumference of the right casing 2, the following parts are provided: two parallel supporting bars 21 for stable standing; a curved wall 22, with one side connected with a sawtooth structure 220 for tear-off of the self-adhesive notepaper and the other side terminating adjacent a rectangular opening 23. At least one coupling portion 24 is set onto the circumference of the right casing 2, and aligned with the coupling portion 14 of the left casing 1. In this embodiment, the bosses are combined. An arched slot 26 is set within the circumference of the right casing 1. The slot 26 is connected with an aperture 25 on the circumference.
An arched notepaper holder 3 is provided with at least one compartment 30 for receiving a notepaper supply. In this embodiment, the holder 3 has seven compartments 30. The notepaper holder 3 can be placed into the butt-jointed slots 16, 26 of the left casing 1 and right casing 2.
A reel supply of rolling notepaper 4 is fitted onto the sleeves 10, 20 of the left casing 1 and right casing 2 for positioning and free rolling effect. In use, one end of the rolling notepaper 4 is pulled out through an outlet aperture defined by the rectangular openings 13, 23, and then cut off by the sawtooth structures 120, 220 formed by the left casing 1 and right casing 2.
One or more stacks of draw-off notepaper 5 of a long sheet pattern that is superimposed vertically and misaligned transversely are placed into the compartments 30 within the notepaper holder 3. The notepaper holder 3 is then housed in the butt-jointed slots 16, 26 of the left casing 1 and right casing 2. The draw-off notepaper 5 is drawn out from an output aperture defined by the apertures 15, 25 of the left casing 1 and right casing 2 for easy utilization by the user.
Referring to FIG. 2, notepaper of different shapes can be placed into the holder. A reel of rolling notepaper 4 is fitted onto the sleeve 10 of the left casing 1 (or right casing), then drawn out partially from the rectangular opening 13. Next, at least one stack, or supply, of draw-off notepaper 5 is fitted into the compartments30 of the notepaper holder 3 and fed into the slot 16. A single notepaper is pulled out of the aperture 15. After installation of the notepaper, the right casings 1, 2 are brought together and the coupling portions 14, 24 are coupled through the sleeves 10, 20, and then interlocked securely with the ring flange 201 via the flexible hook 101 of two sleeves 10, 20. In addition, two symmetrical supporting bars 11, 21 are set on the circumference of the left casing 1 and right casing 2 to form equal-height contacts (feet) for the stable placement and standing of the holder, as shown in FIG. 3.
Referring also to FIG. 4 a finger may be put into the curved walls 12, 22 of the holder, if necessary, to pull out the rolling notepaper of required length, and then clip the notepaper by the connected sawtooth structures 120, 220 to obtain the intended length of notepaper while realizing free and convenient tear-off and utilization.
Referring also to FIG. 5 every layer of draw-off notepaper 5 is superimposed vertically and misaligned transversely so the notepaper can be drawn out continuously and conveniently once a piece of notepaper is pulled out. The notepaper can be selected and utilized freely due to different colour of every layer of draw-off notepaper 5.
On the whole, the "self-adhesive notepaper holder" of the embodiment can address the problems of conventional self-adhesive notepaper such as the difficulty of drawing off and tearing off. The easy-to-operate structure allows the self-adhesive notepaper to be drawn out and clipped more simply, or placed in a standing state.
Although the invention has been explained in relation to the illustrated embodiment, it is to be understood that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the scope of the claims.

Claims

A self-adhesive notepaper holder, comprising:
a first casing (1) of a hollow shape provided with an internally disposed sleeve (10), a coupling portion and a slot (16);

a second casing (2) located symmetrically with the first casing to form an integrated body and provided with an internal sleeve (20), a coupling portion and a slot (26);

a supply of rolling notepaper (4) fitted onto the sleeves (10, 20); and

a supply of draw-off notepaper (5) fitted into an internally disposed compartment (16, 26) defined by the slots (16, 26).
A self-adhesive notepaper holder as claimed in claim 1, wherein a holder (3) is set within the compartment (16, 26), the holder defining at least one compartment (30) for a said supply of draw-off notepaper.
A self-adhesive notepaper holder as claimed in claim 1 or 2, wherein the casings are provided with respective curved walls (12, 22) that are connected with respective sawtooth structures (120, 220).
A self-adhesive notepaper holder as claimed in claim 1, 2 or 3, wherein respective openings (15, 25) are provided in the casings, the openings being connected with the compartment (16, 26) to form a channel for output of the draw-off notepaper (5).
A self-adhesive notepaper holder as claimed in claim 1, wherein an opening (13, 23) is provided in said casings (1, 2) to form a channel for outputting the rolling notepaper (4).
The self-adhesive notepaper holder as claimed in claim 1, wherein the butt-jointed sleeve flanges of left and right casings are separately fitted with a coupling portion, which is either of rib or groove.
A self-adhesive notepaper holder as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, wherein the casings are provided with respective supporting bars (11, 21) for supporting the self-adhesive notepaper holder.
A notepaper holder comprising a holder body (1, 2) defining an internal space, a reel support (10, 20) for a reel supply in said internal space, an output aperture (13, 23) for a supply drawn from said reel supply, a support (16, 26) for a supply of draw-off notepaper provided in said internal space and an outlet aperture (15, 25) for a supply of draw-off notepaper supported by said support (16, 26).
A notepaper holder as claimed in claim 8, wherein said support (16, 26) and body (1, 2) define a compartment for housing said supply of draw-off notepaper.
A notepaper holder as claimed in claim 8 or 9, further comprising an insert (3) supported by said support (16, 26), said insert (3) defining at least one housing for housing said supply of draw-off notepaper.
A notepaper holder as claimed in claim 8, 9 or 10, wherein said holder body comprises a first body portion (1) and a second body portion (2), said internal space being defined by at least one of said body portions.