EP2615041B1 - Pallet with collapsible backwall - Google Patents

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EP2615041B1
EP2615041B1 EP20130151002 EP13151002A EP2615041B1 EP 2615041 B1 EP2615041 B1 EP 2615041B1 EP 20130151002 EP20130151002 EP 20130151002 EP 13151002 A EP13151002 A EP 13151002A EP 2615041 B1 EP2615041 B1 EP 2615041B1
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Dominique Ruault
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  • the present invention relates to the field of handling.
  • the present invention relates more particularly to a pallet with folding backrest.
  • Pallets with backsplash are loading trays for the handling of goods by forklift and / or pallet truck.
  • pallets offer a vertical support in addition to the horizontal tray, thus allowing to load goods of great height but of small space on the ground, as, for example, a door.
  • a foldable pallet with all the features of the preamble of claim 1 is known from DE 921 794 C .
  • the present invention aims to overcome one or more disadvantages of the prior art by providing a collapsible pallet.
  • the first side and second side wall each comprise a profile parallel to the opposite edges of the base, the ends of each section being fixed by amounts fixed perpendicular to the base and leaving free the rotation of the profiles around their respective axes so that the distance defined by the amounts between the base and the axis of rotation of the profile of the first sidewall is less than the distance defined by the amounts between the base and the axis of rotation of the profile the second sidewall so that the plans containing each sidewall are parallel to the plane parallel to the base when the folding pallet is in transport configuration.
  • the backrest is articulated by a fastening system leaving free the rotation of the backrest around an axis close to the base so that the plane containing the backsplash is parallel to the base when the folding pallet is in transport configuration.
  • the base has legs arranged at least at the corners of the rectangular base.
  • the pallet further comprises an alignment system for stable stacking of at least two pallets.
  • the alignment system comprises at least one tab projecting from the backsplash in a direction perpendicular to the backsplash, a tab being fixed in the vicinity of at least one corner of the base of a first pallet in its transport configuration, the tongue coming to fit into a notch located at the base of the foot of a second pallet in its transport configuration stacked above the first pallet.
  • the pallet has, by side panel, at least one side wall attachment system for fixing each side panel to the backsplash when the pallet is in a deployed configuration of work.
  • the fastening system comprises a first part attached to the side wall, the first part comprising a projection intended to be introduced into a recess of the backsplash when attaching a side wall to the backsplash.
  • the fastening system further comprises a reinforcing ply fixed to the area of the backrest around the recess of the backsplash and having an opening leaving open the recess of the backsplash.
  • the fixing system further comprises a second part fixed to the backsplash, the second part comprising a rod movable parallel to the sides of the backsplash and intended to penetrate into a recess in the first part to lock the attachment of the side panel. at the backrest.
  • the base comprises a frame formed of sections serving as a support for a floor.
  • the side panels have a shape of a circumflex accent one end of which is articulated on the base and the other end comprises a rod perpendicular to the articulation on the base.
  • the backsplash (4) comprises two uprights and three crosspieces distributed perpendicularly to the two uprights.
  • the backsplash further comprises protections flexible material for protecting objects transported on the pallet.
  • the pallet further comprises at least one fork guide fixed on the edges on which the side panels are articulated in order to prevent the pallet from overturning in the event of poor load distribution.
  • the pallet further comprises an identification device comprising an RFID antenna or a bar code.
  • the invention relates to a pallet (0) foldable.
  • the structure of the pallet is essentially mechanically welded.
  • the pallet (0) is essentially metallic.
  • this pallet (0) can carry goods of great height and small footprint such as doors (22).
  • the pallet (0) may be galvanized steel.
  • the pallet (0) can be painted.
  • the pallet (0) comprises at least one rectangular base (1).
  • the base (1) comprises a frame formed of sections serving as a support for a floor.
  • the floor can be, for example, wood or PVC.
  • the floor can be made of recycled PVC.
  • all the elements included in the pallet (0) are all recyclable.
  • the pallet (0) further comprises two side panels (2a, 2b) articulated between a folded position parallel to two opposite edges (3a, 3b) of the base (1) and an unfolded position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base.
  • the side panels (2a, 2b) have a shape of a circumflex accent, one end of which is articulated on the base (1) and the other end has a rod perpendicular to their articulation on the base (1). .
  • the pallet (0) also comprises a backsplash (4) hinged between a folded position parallel to another edge (4a) of the base (1) and an unfolded position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base.
  • the backsplash (4) consists essentially of two uprights and three crosspieces distributed perpendicularly to the two uprights, and reinforcing gussets at the hinge of the backrest (4) on the base (1).
  • the pallet (0) may comprise two folding backrest articulated parallel to the other two edges of the base (1).
  • the backsplash (4) may further comprise protections (21) made of flexible material fixed on the backsplash (4) to protect the objects transported and to avoid blows on them. According to a configuration, these protections can be fixed on the backrest (4) parallel and / or perpendicular to the base (1). According to one configuration, the protections (21) can be fixed along the cross members of the backsplash (4).
  • the pallet (0) can thus be deployed or retracted at least between, on the one hand, an extended working configuration in which the side panels (2a, 2b) and the backsplash (4) are unfolded perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base (1) and, on the other hand, a transport configuration in which the side panels (2a, 2b) and the backsplash (4) are folded over the base (1), for example, on top of one another.
  • a first sideboard (2a) is folded over the base (1), the second sideboard (2b) being folded on the first sideboard (2a) and the backsplash (4) being folded on the second sideboard.
  • the backrest (4) is folded over the base (1), the first sideboard (2a) or the second sideboard (2b) being folded on the backrest (4), the second sideboard (2b) or respectively the first sideboard (2a) being folded over the first sideboard (2a) or respectively the second sideboard (2b).
  • the backrest (4) is folded between the first sideboard (2a) and the second sideboard (2b), themselves folded.
  • the first sideboard (2a) and the second sideboard (2b) are articulated in such a way that the distance (d1) between the base (1) and the axis (21a) of rotation of the articulation of the first sidewall ( 2a) is smaller than the distance (d2) between the base (1) and the axis (21b) of rotation of the articulation of the second side wall (2b) so that the planes containing each side wall are parallel to the parallel plane to the base (1) when the pallet (0) foldable is in transport configuration.
  • the boards (2a, 2b) can be folded correctly without any being deformed.
  • this saves space and therefore limit the size of the pallets (0) in the transport configuration and / or facilitate stacking.
  • the first side wall (2a) and the second side wall (2b) each comprise a section parallel to the opposite edges of the base.
  • the ends of each section are fixed by amounts fixed perpendicularly to the base and leaving free the rotation of the profiles around their respective axes so that the distance (d1) defined by the amounts between the base (1) and the axis (21 a) of rotation of the profile of the first sideboard (2a) is less than the distance (d2) defined by the amounts between the base (1) and the axis (21b) of rotation of the profile of the second side wall (2b) so that the plans containing each side wall are parallel to the plane parallel to the base (1) when the pallet (0) foldable is in transport configuration.
  • the backsplash (4) can be hinged (41) by a fixing system leaving free the rotation of the backrest around an axis close to the base so that the plane containing the backsplash (4) is parallel to the base (1) when the pallet (0) foldable is in transport configuration.
  • the fastening system may for example be two bolts whose screws each pass through an opposite side of the backsplash and two amounts fixed perpendicular to the base.
  • the base (1) further has feet (6) arranged at least at the corners of the rectangular base (1).
  • the base (1) can also have feet (6) intermediate between the feet (6) arranged at the corners of the base (1) rectangular. These additional feet (6) possibly make it possible to stiffen the base (1) of the pallet (0). These feet (6) allow, for example, to leave a passage between them for the fork of a hoist or pallet lifter.
  • the pallet (0) can be folded into transport configuration.
  • the pallet (0) further comprises an alignment system.
  • This alignment system can make it possible to stack the pallets (0) so that they are well aligned, which makes it possible to limit the space requirement. It can also make it possible to secure the stack, if, for example, a shock hits the stack of pallets (0).
  • the alignment system can therefore prevent the displacement and possibly the fall of pallets (0).
  • the alignment system comprises at least one tongue (7) projecting from the backsplash (4) in a direction perpendicular to the backsplash (4).
  • the tongue (7) is fixed in the vicinity of at least one angle of the base (1) of a first pallet (0) in its transport configuration.
  • the tongue (7) fits into a notch (8) located at the base of the foot (6) of a second pallet (0) in its transport configuration stacked above the first pallet (0).
  • the tongue (7) can be slightly curved in order to limit the friction between the tongue (7) and the notch (8) in which it engages.
  • the free end of the tongue (7) can be rounded for the same reason.
  • the tongue (7) can be replaced by a rod fixed in the vicinity of at least one angle of the base (1) of a first pallet (0) in its transport configuration.
  • the rod fits into a recess, for example slightly larger than the section of the stem, located at the base of the foot (6) of a second pallet ( 0) in its transport configuration stacked above the first pallet (0).
  • the side panels (2a, 2b) are fixed and / or locked to the backsplash (4).
  • This fixing and / or locking makes it possible to maintain the pallet (0) in its deployed working configuration.
  • the pallet (0) thus has, by side panel, at least one system (5) for fastening double latch for fixing each side to the backrest (4) when the pallet (0) is in an extended working configuration.
  • the fastening system comprises a first piece (9a) attached to the sideboard.
  • the sideboard has a form of circumflex accent whose first branch is articulated on the base (1).
  • the first piece (9a) is fixed on the end of the second branch which is parallel to the axis (21a, 21b) of rotation of the sidewall.
  • This first piece (9a) may be tab-shaped perpendicular to the plane of the sideboard.
  • This first piece (9a) comprises a projection (11) intended to be introduced into a recess (13) of the backsplash (4) when attaching a side wall to the backsplash (4).
  • the backrest (4) being unfolded, the sideboard is unfolded.
  • the first piece (9a) thus arrives at the amount of the backsplash.
  • the first tongue-shaped piece (9a) thus has a projection on one edge of the tongue extending to the amount of the backsplash which is then introduced into the recess (13) of the backrest (4), the tongue being parallel to the base when the side wall is unfolded.
  • the protrusion (11) forms the first latch of the double latch fastening system.
  • the fastening system (5) further comprises a second piece (9b) attached to the backsplash (4).
  • This second piece (9b) comprises a rod (12) movable parallel to the sides of the backsplash and intended to penetrate into a recess (10) of the first piece (9a) to lock the fixing of the side wall to the backsplash (4) to secure fixing the sideboard to the backsplash (4).
  • the second piece (9b) is fixed in such a way that the longitudinal axis of the rod is parallel to the amount of the backsplash.
  • the tongue of the first piece (9a) thus has a hole (10) piercing the tongue.
  • the second piece (9b) then moves perpendicular to the plane of the tongue to pass through the hole of the tongue.
  • the second piece forms the second latch of the double latch fastening system.
  • the backrest (4) of the pallet (0) is an element that must be able to withstand high loads. Indeed, a load can be placed on the base (1) and inclined to rest on the backrest (4), so that the backrest (4) supports a load that can be important. As a result, the mechanical connection allowing the attachment of each side to the backsplash must be quite strong.
  • the projection (11) of the first piece (9a) allows a solid support of the load being introduced into the recess (13) of the backrest (4).
  • the area around the recess (13) of the backsplash (4) may be reinforced by a reinforcing counterplate (13a) fixed to the area around the recess (13) of the backsplash and having a opening leaving open the recess (13) of the backsplash (4). This provides a simple and lightweight fastening and locking system.
  • the rod (12) can be replaced by a tongue (7) intended to be introduced into a slot of the second piece of dimension slightly greater than the section of the tongue. (7).
  • fastening systems that are not part of the invention are conceivable, such as a hook attachment where, for example, a hook attached to the sideboard has just fitted into a recess of the backsplash (4), or any other fastening system compatible with the possibility of fixing the side panels on the backsplash (4).
  • the pallet (0) may further comprise at least one fork guide (20), for example in the form of a bow, fixed on the edges (3a, 3b) on which the side panels (2a, 2b) are articulated in order to avoid overturning the pallet (0) in case of poor load distribution on the pallet (0).
  • at least one fork guide (20) for example in the form of a bow, fixed on the edges (3a, 3b) on which the side panels (2a, 2b) are articulated in order to avoid overturning the pallet (0) in case of poor load distribution on the pallet (0).
  • the rectangular base (1) may have a width of between 800 mm and 1000 mm and a length of 1200 mm.
  • the backsplash (4) can have a length of 1205 mm and a width of between 800 mm and 1000 mm.
  • the tongue (7) of the alignment system can protrude at a height of 36 mm.
  • the sides may have a thickness of about 22 mm.
  • the distance (d1) defined by the uprights between the base (1) and the axis (21a) of rotation of the profile of the first panel (2a) may be greater than or equal to the thickness of the an added side wall of the height of the projection (11) of the first piece (9a), this distance (d1) being, for example 15 mm.
  • the distance (d2) defined by the amounts between the base (1) and the axis (21b) of rotation of the profile of the second sidewall may be greater than or equal to the distance (d1) defined above added the thickness of a sideboard and a set of 3 mm, this distance (d2) being, for example, 40 mm.
  • the pallet (0) can be equipped with an identification device comprising an RFID antenna.
  • the identification device may be, for example, a label incorporating an RFID antenna attached to one of the elements of the pallet (0). With the aid of an RFID signal reader, this RFID device can make it possible, for example, to locate the pallet (0) and / or to identify the pallet (0) and / or the goods transported by the pallet and / or the origin of the goods transported and / or the destination of the goods transported.
  • the pallet (0) can be equipped with an identification device comprising a barcode.
  • the identification device may be a label on which a barcode is printed, the label being attached to one of the elements of the pallet (0).
  • the barcode can be used, for example, to locate the pallet (0) and / or to identify the pallet (0) and / or goods transported by the pallet and / or the origin of the goods transported and / or the destination of the goods transported.

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Description

La présente invention concerne le domaine de la manutention. La présente invention concerne plus particulièrement une palette à dosseret repliable.The present invention relates to the field of handling. The present invention relates more particularly to a pallet with folding backrest.

Les palettes à dosseret sont des plateaux de chargement destinés à la manutention des marchandises par chariot élévateur et/ou transpalette.Pallets with backsplash are loading trays for the handling of goods by forklift and / or pallet truck.

Ces palettes offrent un appui vertical en plus du plateau horizontal, permettant ainsi de charger des marchandises de grande hauteur mais de faible encombrement au sol, comme, par exemple, une porte.These pallets offer a vertical support in addition to the horizontal tray, thus allowing to load goods of great height but of small space on the ground, as, for example, a door.

La plupart du temps, ces palettes sont construites en bois et ont donc un temps d'utilisation temporaire et ne peuvent généralement pas être utilisées plusieurs fois. En outre, le rangement de ces palettes sont limités de part leur encombrements. L'empilement de palettes à dosseret est impossible.Most of the time, these pallets are made of wood and therefore have a temporary use time and can not generally be used several times. In addition, the storage of these pallets are limited by their size. Stacking pallets with backsplash is impossible.

Une palette à dosseret repliable comportant toutes les caractéristiques du préambule de la revendication 1 est connue de DE 921 794 C .A foldable pallet with all the features of the preamble of claim 1 is known from DE 921 794 C .

La présente invention a pour but de pallier un ou plusieurs inconvénients de l'art antérieur en proposant une palette repliable.The present invention aims to overcome one or more disadvantages of the prior art by providing a collapsible pallet.

Ce but est atteint par une palette métallique repliable selon la revendication 1 comprenant au moins une embase rectangulaire aux bords de laquelle sont articulés :

  • deux ridelles entre une position repliée parallèlement à deux bords opposés de l'embase et une position dépliée perpendiculairement à un plan parallèle à l'embase,
  • un dosseret entre une position repliée parallèlement à un autre bord de l'embase et une position dépliée perpendiculairement à un plan parallèle à l'embase,
pour permettre à la palette de se déployer ou se rétracter au moins entre, d'une part une configuration déployée de travail dans laquelle les ridelles et le dosseret sont dépliés perpendiculairement à un plan parallèle à l'embase et, d'autre part, une configuration de transport dans laquelle les ridelles et le dosseret sont repliés sur l'embase.This object is achieved by a folding metal pallet according to claim 1 comprising at least one rectangular base with the edges of which are articulated:
  • two sides between a folded position parallel to two opposite edges of the base and an unfolded position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base,
  • a backsplash between a folded position parallel to another edge of the base and an unfolded position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base,
to allow the pallet to deploy or retract at least between, on the one hand an expanded working configuration in which the side panels and the backsplash are unfolded perpendicularly to a plane parallel to the base and, on the other hand, a transport configuration in which the side panels and the backsplash are folded over the base.

Selon une autre particularité, la première ridelle et la deuxième ridelle comprennent chacune un profilé parallèle aux bords opposés de l'embase, les extrémités de chaque profilé étant fixées par des montants fixés perpendiculairement à l'embase et laissant libre la rotation des profilés autour de leurs axes respectifs de telle manière que la distance définie par les montants entre l'embase et l'axe de rotation du profilé de la première ridelle est inférieure à la distance définie par les montants entre l'embase et l'axe de rotation du profilé de la deuxième ridelle afin que les plans contenant chaque ridelle soient parallèles au plan parallèle à l'embase lorsque la palette repliable est en configuration de transport.According to another feature, the first side and second side wall each comprise a profile parallel to the opposite edges of the base, the ends of each section being fixed by amounts fixed perpendicular to the base and leaving free the rotation of the profiles around their respective axes so that the distance defined by the amounts between the base and the axis of rotation of the profile of the first sidewall is less than the distance defined by the amounts between the base and the axis of rotation of the profile the second sidewall so that the plans containing each sidewall are parallel to the plane parallel to the base when the folding pallet is in transport configuration.

Selon une autre particularité, le dosseret est articulé par un système de fixation laissant libre la rotation du dosseret autour d'un axe proche de l'embase de telle manière que le plan contenant le dosseret est parallèle à l'embase lorsque la palette repliable est en configuration de transport.According to another feature, the backrest is articulated by a fastening system leaving free the rotation of the backrest around an axis close to the base so that the plane containing the backsplash is parallel to the base when the folding pallet is in transport configuration.

Selon une autre particularité, l'embase possède des pieds disposés au moins aux angles de l'embase rectangulaire.According to another feature, the base has legs arranged at least at the corners of the rectangular base.

Selon une autre particularité, la palette comprend en outre un système d'alignement permettant un empilement stable d'au moins deux palettes.According to another feature, the pallet further comprises an alignment system for stable stacking of at least two pallets.

Selon une autre particularité, le système d'alignement comprend au moins une languette faisant saillie sur le dosseret dans une direction perpendiculaire au dosseret, une languette étant fixée au voisinage d'au moins un angle de l'embase d'une première palette dans sa configuration de transport, la languette venant s'emboîter dans une encoche située à la base du pied d'une deuxième palette dans sa configuration de transport empilée au-dessus de la première palette.According to another feature, the alignment system comprises at least one tab projecting from the backsplash in a direction perpendicular to the backsplash, a tab being fixed in the vicinity of at least one corner of the base of a first pallet in its transport configuration, the tongue coming to fit into a notch located at the base of the foot of a second pallet in its transport configuration stacked above the first pallet.

Selon l'invention la palette possède, par ridelle, au moins un système de fixation de ridelle pour fixer chaque ridelle au dosseret lorsque la palette est dans une configuration déployée de travail.According to the invention the pallet has, by side panel, at least one side wall attachment system for fixing each side panel to the backsplash when the pallet is in a deployed configuration of work.

Selon l'invention, le système de fixation comprend une première pièce fixée à la ridelle, la première pièce comprenant une saillie destiné à être introduite dans un évidement du dosseret lors de la fixation d'une ridelle au dosseret.According to the invention, the fastening system comprises a first part attached to the side wall, the first part comprising a projection intended to be introduced into a recess of the backsplash when attaching a side wall to the backsplash.

Selon une autre particularité, le système de fixation comprend en outre une contreplaque de renfort fixée sur la zone du dosseret autour de l'évidement du dosseret et ayant une ouverture laissant ouvert l'évidement du dosseret.According to another feature, the fastening system further comprises a reinforcing ply fixed to the area of the backrest around the recess of the backsplash and having an opening leaving open the recess of the backsplash.

Selon l'invention, le système de fixation comprenant comprend en outre une deuxième pièce fixée au dosseret, la deuxième pièce comprenant une tige mobile parallèlement aux côtés du dosseret et destinée à pénétrer dans un évidement de la première pièce pour verrouiller la fixation de la ridelle au dosseret. Selon une autre particularité, l'embase comprend un cadre formé de profilés servant de support à un plancher.According to the invention, the fixing system further comprises a second part fixed to the backsplash, the second part comprising a rod movable parallel to the sides of the backsplash and intended to penetrate into a recess in the first part to lock the attachment of the side panel. at the backrest. According to another feature, the base comprises a frame formed of sections serving as a support for a floor.

Selon une autre particularité, les ridelles ont une forme d'un accent circonflexe dont une extrémité est articulée sur l'embase et l'autre extrémité comporte une tige perpendiculaire à l'articulation sur l'embase.According to another feature, the side panels have a shape of a circumflex accent one end of which is articulated on the base and the other end comprises a rod perpendicular to the articulation on the base.

Selon une autre particularité, le dosseret (4) comprend deux montants et trois traverses réparties perpendiculairement aux deux montants.According to another particularity, the backsplash (4) comprises two uprights and three crosspieces distributed perpendicularly to the two uprights.

Selon une autre particularité, le dosseret comprend en outre des protections en matière souple destiné à protéger les objets transportés sur la palette.According to another particularity, the backsplash further comprises protections flexible material for protecting objects transported on the pallet.

Selon une autre particularité, la palette comprend en outre au moins un guide fourche fixée sur les bords sur lesquels s'articulent les ridelles afin d'éviter un renversement de la palette en cas de mauvaise répartition de charge.According to another feature, the pallet further comprises at least one fork guide fixed on the edges on which the side panels are articulated in order to prevent the pallet from overturning in the event of poor load distribution.

Selon une autre particularité, la palette comprend en outre un dispositif d'identification comprenant une antenne RFID ou un code à barres.According to another feature, the pallet further comprises an identification device comprising an RFID antenna or a bar code.

D'autres particularités et avantages de la présente invention apparaîtront plus clairement à la lecture de la description ci-après, faite en référence aux dessins annexés, dans lesquels :

  • la figure 1a représente une vue en perspective de la palette en configuration de travail,
  • la figure 1b représente une vue en perspective de la palette en configuration de transport,
  • la figurer 1c représente un détail B de la figure 1b montrant la languette du système d'alignement,
  • la figure 2a représente une vue de profil de la palette en configuration de travail,
  • la figure 2b représente une vue de face de la palette en configuration de travail,
  • la figure 2c représente un vue du dessus de la palette en configuration de travail,
  • la figure 3a représente une vue de dessus de la palette en configuration de transport,
  • la figure 3b représente une vue de face de la palette en configuration de transport ;
  • la figure 3c représente une vue de profil de la palette en configuration de transport,
  • la figure 4a représente une vue en perspective d'un empilement de palettes,
  • la figure 4b représente un détail A de la figure 4a montrant le fonctionnement du système d'alignement,
  • la figure 4c représente une vue de face de l'empilement de palettes,
  • la figure 4d représente une vue de profil de l'empilement de palettes,
  • la figure 5a représente une vue en perspective de la palette montrant une ridelle légèrement détachée du dosseret,
  • la figure 5b représente une vue en perspective d'un détail D de la figure 5a montrant un système de fixation de ridelle lorsque la ridelle et déverrouillée et détachée,
  • la figure 5c représente une vue en perspective d'un détail C de la figure 1a montrant le système de fixation de ridelle lorsque la ridelle et fixée et verrouillée sur le dosseret,
  • la figure 5d représente une vue de dessous du système de fixation de ridelle lorsque la ridelle et fixée et verrouillée sur le dosseret.
  • la figure 6 représente une vue en perspective de la palette en configuration de travail transportant des marchandises de grande hauteur et de faible encombrement au sol, telles que des portes.
Other features and advantages of the present invention will appear more clearly on reading the description below, made with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:
  • the figure 1a represents a perspective view of the pallet in working configuration,
  • the figure 1b represents a perspective view of the pallet in transport configuration,
  • figure 1c represents a detail B of the figure 1b showing the tongue of the alignment system,
  • the figure 2a represents a profile view of the palette in working configuration,
  • the figure 2b represents a front view of the pallet in working configuration,
  • the Figure 2c represents a view from above of the pallet in working configuration,
  • the figure 3a represents a view from above of the pallet in transport configuration,
  • the figure 3b represents a front view of the pallet in transport configuration;
  • the figure 3c represents a profile view of the pallet in transport configuration,
  • the figure 4a represents a perspective view of a stack of pallets,
  • the figure 4b represents a detail A of the figure 4a showing the operation of the alignment system,
  • the figure 4c represents a front view of the stack of pallets,
  • the figure 4d represents a profile view of the stack of pallets,
  • the figure 5a represents a perspective view of the pallet showing a sideboard slightly detached from the backsplash,
  • the figure 5b represents a perspective view of a detail D of the figure 5a showing a drop-side attachment system when the drop-side and unlocked and detached,
  • the figure 5c represents a perspective view of a detail C of the figure 1a showing the drop-side attachment system when the drop-side and fixed and locked on the backsplash,
  • the figure 5d represents a bottom view of the drop-side attachment system when the drop-side is fixed and locked on the backsplash.
  • the figure 6 is a perspective view of the pallet in working configuration carrying goods of great height and small footprint on the ground, such as doors.

Dans la suite de la description, nous ferons références aux figures listées ci-dessus.In the rest of the description, we will refer to the figures listed above.

L'invention concerne une palette (0) repliable. La structure de la palette est essentiellement mécano-soudée. La palette (0) est essentiellement métallique.The invention relates to a pallet (0) foldable. The structure of the pallet is essentially mechanically welded. The pallet (0) is essentially metallic.

En référence à la figure 6, cette palette (0) peut transporter des marchandises de grande hauteur et de faible encombrement au sol telles que des portes (22).With reference to the figure 6 , this pallet (0) can carry goods of great height and small footprint such as doors (22).

Selon une configuration, la palette (0) peut être en acier galvanisé.In one configuration, the pallet (0) may be galvanized steel.

Selon une configuration, la palette (0) peut être peinte.According to one configuration, the pallet (0) can be painted.

La palette (0) comprend au moins une embase (1) rectangulaire.The pallet (0) comprises at least one rectangular base (1).

Selon une configuration, l'embase (1) comprend un cadre formé de profilés servant de support à un plancher. Le plancher peut être, par exemple, en bois ou en PVC. Le plancher peut être fabriqué en PVC recyclé.According to one configuration, the base (1) comprises a frame formed of sections serving as a support for a floor. The floor can be, for example, wood or PVC. The floor can be made of recycled PVC.

De préférence, tous les éléments compris dans la palette (0) sont tous recyclables.Preferably, all the elements included in the pallet (0) are all recyclable.

La palette (0) comprend en outre deux ridelles (2a, 2b) articulées entre une position repliée parallèlement à deux bords (3a, 3b) opposés de l'embase (1) et une position dépliée perpendiculairement à un plan parallèle à l'embase.The pallet (0) further comprises two side panels (2a, 2b) articulated between a folded position parallel to two opposite edges (3a, 3b) of the base (1) and an unfolded position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base.

Selon une configuration, les ridelles (2a, 2b) ont une forme d'un accent circonflexe dont une extrémité est articulée sur l'embase (1) et l'autre extrémité comporte une tige perpendiculaire à leur articulation sur l'embase (1).According to one configuration, the side panels (2a, 2b) have a shape of a circumflex accent, one end of which is articulated on the base (1) and the other end has a rod perpendicular to their articulation on the base (1). .

La palette (0) comprend également un dosseret (4) articulé entre une position repliée parallèlement à un autre bord (4a) de l'embase (1) et une position dépliée perpendiculairement à un plan parallèle à l'embase.The pallet (0) also comprises a backsplash (4) hinged between a folded position parallel to another edge (4a) of the base (1) and an unfolded position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base.

Selon une autre configuration, le dosseret (4) est essentiellement constitué de deux montants et trois traverses réparties perpendiculairement aux deux montants, ainsi que des goussets de renfort au niveau de l'articulation du dosseret (4) sur l'embase (1).According to another configuration, the backsplash (4) consists essentially of two uprights and three crosspieces distributed perpendicularly to the two uprights, and reinforcing gussets at the hinge of the backrest (4) on the base (1).

Selon une autre configuration, la palette (0) peut comprendre deux dosserets repliables articulés parallèlement aux deux autres bords de l'embase (1).According to another configuration, the pallet (0) may comprise two folding backrest articulated parallel to the other two edges of the base (1).

Le dosseret (4) peut comprendre en outre des protections (21) en matière souple fixées sur le dosseret (4) destinées à protéger les objets transportés et à éviter les coups sur ceux-ci. Selon une configuration, ces protections peuvent être fixées sur le dosseret (4) parallèlement et/ou perpendiculairement à l'embase (1). Selon une configuration, les protections (21) peuvent être fixées le long des traverses du dosseret (4).The backsplash (4) may further comprise protections (21) made of flexible material fixed on the backsplash (4) to protect the objects transported and to avoid blows on them. According to a configuration, these protections can be fixed on the backrest (4) parallel and / or perpendicular to the base (1). According to one configuration, the protections (21) can be fixed along the cross members of the backsplash (4).

La palette (0) peut ainsi se déployer ou se rétracter au moins entre, d'une part une configuration déployée de travail dans laquelle les ridelles (2a, 2b) et le dosseret (4) sont dépliés perpendiculairement à un plan parallèle à l'embase (1) et, d'autre part, une configuration de transport dans laquelle les ridelles (2a, 2b) et le dosseret (4) sont repliés sur l'embase (1), par exemple, les uns sur les autres.The pallet (0) can thus be deployed or retracted at least between, on the one hand, an extended working configuration in which the side panels (2a, 2b) and the backsplash (4) are unfolded perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base (1) and, on the other hand, a transport configuration in which the side panels (2a, 2b) and the backsplash (4) are folded over the base (1), for example, on top of one another.

Selon une configuration, une première ridelle (2a) est repliée sur l'embase (1), la deuxième ridelle (2b) étant repliée sur la première ridelle (2a) et le dosseret (4) étant replié sur la deuxième ridelle.In one configuration, a first sideboard (2a) is folded over the base (1), the second sideboard (2b) being folded on the first sideboard (2a) and the backsplash (4) being folded on the second sideboard.

Selon une autre configuration, le dosseret (4) est replié sur l'embase (1), la première ridelle (2a) ou la deuxième ridelle (2b) étant repliée sur le dosseret (4), la deuxième ridelle (2b) ou respectivement la première ridelle (2a) étant repliée sur la première ridelle (2a) ou respectivement la deuxième ridelle (2b).According to another configuration, the backrest (4) is folded over the base (1), the first sideboard (2a) or the second sideboard (2b) being folded on the backrest (4), the second sideboard (2b) or respectively the first sideboard (2a) being folded over the first sideboard (2a) or respectively the second sideboard (2b).

Selon une autre configuration, le dosseret (4) est replié entre la première ridelle (2a) et la deuxième ridelle (2b), elles-mêmes repliées.In another configuration, the backrest (4) is folded between the first sideboard (2a) and the second sideboard (2b), themselves folded.

La première ridelle (2a) et la deuxième ridelle (2b) sont articulées de telle manière que la distance (d1) entre l'embase (1) et l'axe (21 a) de rotation de l'articulation de la première ridelle (2a) est inférieure à la distance (d2) entre l'embase (1) et l'axe (21 b) de rotation de l'articulation de la deuxième ridelle (2b) afin que les plans contenant chaque ridelle soient parallèles au plan parallèle à l'embase (1) lorsque la palette (0) repliable est en configuration de transport. De cette manière, les ridelles (2a ; 2b) peuvent être repliées correctement sans qu'aucune ne soit déformée. De plus, cela permet de gagner de la place et donc limiter l'encombrement des palettes (0) dans la configuration de transport et/ou d'en faciliter l'empilage.The first sideboard (2a) and the second sideboard (2b) are articulated in such a way that the distance (d1) between the base (1) and the axis (21a) of rotation of the articulation of the first sidewall ( 2a) is smaller than the distance (d2) between the base (1) and the axis (21b) of rotation of the articulation of the second side wall (2b) so that the planes containing each side wall are parallel to the parallel plane to the base (1) when the pallet (0) foldable is in transport configuration. In this way, the boards (2a, 2b) can be folded correctly without any being deformed. In addition, this saves space and therefore limit the size of the pallets (0) in the transport configuration and / or facilitate stacking.

Selon une configuration, la première ridelle (2a) et la deuxième ridelle (2b) comprennent chacune un profilé parallèle aux bords opposés de l'embase. Les extrémités de chaque profilé sont fixées par des montants fixés perpendiculairement à l'embase et laissant libre la rotation des profilés autour de leurs axes respectifs de telle manière que la distance (d1) définie par les montants entre l'embase (1) et l'axe (21 a) de rotation du profilé de la première ridelle (2a) est inférieure à la distance (d2) définie par les montants entre l'embase (1) et l'axe (21 b) de rotation du profilé de la deuxième ridelle (2b) afin que les plans contenant chaque ridelle soient parallèles au plan parallèle à l'embase (1) lorsque la palette (0) repliable est en configuration de transport.In one configuration, the first side wall (2a) and the second side wall (2b) each comprise a section parallel to the opposite edges of the base. The ends of each section are fixed by amounts fixed perpendicularly to the base and leaving free the rotation of the profiles around their respective axes so that the distance (d1) defined by the amounts between the base (1) and the axis (21 a) of rotation of the profile of the first sideboard (2a) is less than the distance (d2) defined by the amounts between the base (1) and the axis (21b) of rotation of the profile of the second side wall (2b) so that the plans containing each side wall are parallel to the plane parallel to the base (1) when the pallet (0) foldable is in transport configuration.

De la même manière, le dosseret (4) peut être articulé (41) par un système de fixation laissant libre la rotation du dosseret autour d'un axe proche de l'embase de telle manière que le plan contenant le dosseret (4) est parallèle à l'embase (1) lorsque la palette (0) repliable est en configuration de transport. Le système de fixation peut être par exemple deux boulons dont les vis traversent chacune un coté opposé du dosseret et deux montants fixés perpendiculairement à l'embase.In the same way, the backsplash (4) can be hinged (41) by a fixing system leaving free the rotation of the backrest around an axis close to the base so that the plane containing the backsplash (4) is parallel to the base (1) when the pallet (0) foldable is in transport configuration. The fastening system may for example be two bolts whose screws each pass through an opposite side of the backsplash and two amounts fixed perpendicular to the base.

L'embase (1) possède en outre des pieds (6) disposés au moins aux angles de l'embase (1) rectangulaire. L'embase (1) peut également posséder des pieds (6) intermédiaires entre les pieds (6) disposés aux angles de l'embase (1) rectangulaire. Ces pieds (6) supplémentaires permettent éventuellement de rigidifier l'embase (1) de la palette (0). Ces pieds (6) permettent, par exemple, de laisser un passage entre eux pour la fourche d'un monte-charge ou monte-palette.The base (1) further has feet (6) arranged at least at the corners of the rectangular base (1). The base (1) can also have feet (6) intermediate between the feet (6) arranged at the corners of the base (1) rectangular. These additional feet (6) possibly make it possible to stiffen the base (1) of the pallet (0). These feet (6) allow, for example, to leave a passage between them for the fork of a hoist or pallet lifter.

La palette (0) peut être repliée en configuration de transport. Afin d'obtenir un empilement stable et sûr d'au moins deux palettes (0), la palette (0) comprend en outre un système d'alignement. Ce système d'alignement peut permettre d'empiler les palettes (0) afin qu'elles soient bien alignées, ce qui permet de limiter l'encombrement. Il peut permettre aussi de sécuriser l'empilement, si, par exemple, un choc venait à percuter l'empilement de palettes (0). Le système d'alignement peut donc permettre d'éviter le déplacement et éventuellement la chute des palettes (0).The pallet (0) can be folded into transport configuration. In order to obtain a stable and secure stack of at least two pallets (0), the pallet (0) further comprises an alignment system. This alignment system can make it possible to stack the pallets (0) so that they are well aligned, which makes it possible to limit the space requirement. It can also make it possible to secure the stack, if, for example, a shock hits the stack of pallets (0). The alignment system can therefore prevent the displacement and possibly the fall of pallets (0).

Dans une configuration préférée, le système d'alignement comprend au moins une languette (7) faisant saillie sur le dosseret (4) dans une direction perpendiculaire au dosseret (4). La languette (7) est fixée au voisinage d'au moins un angle de l'embase (1) d'une première palette (0) dans sa configuration de transport. Lors de l'empilage de deux palettes (0), la languette (7) vient s'emboîter dans une encoche (8) située à la base du pied (6) d'une deuxième palette (0) dans sa configuration de transport empilée au-dessus de la première palette (0). Afin de faciliter l'empilage, la languette (7) peut être légèrement courbée afin de limiter les frottements entre la languette (7) et l'encoche (8) dans laquelle elle s'emboîte. De même, l'extrémité libre de la languette (7) peut être arrondie pour la même raison.In a preferred configuration, the alignment system comprises at least one tongue (7) projecting from the backsplash (4) in a direction perpendicular to the backsplash (4). The tongue (7) is fixed in the vicinity of at least one angle of the base (1) of a first pallet (0) in its transport configuration. When stacking two pallets (0), the tongue (7) fits into a notch (8) located at the base of the foot (6) of a second pallet (0) in its transport configuration stacked above the first pallet (0). In order to facilitate stacking, the tongue (7) can be slightly curved in order to limit the friction between the tongue (7) and the notch (8) in which it engages. Similarly, the free end of the tongue (7) can be rounded for the same reason.

Dans d'autres configurations, la languette (7) peut être remplacée par une tige fixée au voisinage d'au moins un angle de l'embase (1) d'une première palette (0) dans sa configuration de transport. Lors de l'empilage de deux palettes (0), la tige vient s'emboîter dans un évidement, par exemple de dimension légèrement supérieure à la section de la tige, située à la base du pied (6) d'une deuxième palette (0) dans sa configuration de transport empilée au-dessus de la première palette (0).In other configurations, the tongue (7) can be replaced by a rod fixed in the vicinity of at least one angle of the base (1) of a first pallet (0) in its transport configuration. When stacking two pallets (0), the rod fits into a recess, for example slightly larger than the section of the stem, located at the base of the foot (6) of a second pallet ( 0) in its transport configuration stacked above the first pallet (0).

Dans sa configuration déployée de travail, les ridelles (2a, 2b) sont fixées et/ou verrouillées au dosseret (4). Cette fixation et/ou verrouillage permet de maintenir la palette (0) dans sa configuration déployée de travail. La palette (0) possède ainsi, par ridelle, au moins un système (5) de fixation à double loquet pour fixer chaque ridelle au dosseret (4) lorsque la palette (0) est dans une configuration déployée de travail.In its deployed working configuration, the side panels (2a, 2b) are fixed and / or locked to the backsplash (4). This fixing and / or locking makes it possible to maintain the pallet (0) in its deployed working configuration. The pallet (0) thus has, by side panel, at least one system (5) for fastening double latch for fixing each side to the backrest (4) when the pallet (0) is in an extended working configuration.

Selon l'invention, le système de fixation comprend une première pièce (9a) fixée à la ridelle. La ridelle a une forme d'accent circonflexe dont la première branche est articulée sur l'embase (1). La première pièce (9a) est fixée sur l'extrémité de la deuxième branche qui est parallèle à l'axe (21 a, 21 b) de rotation de la ridelle. Cette première pièce (9a) peut être en forme de languette perpendiculaire au plan de la ridelle. Cette première pièce (9a) comprend une saillie (11) destiné à être introduite dans un évidement (13) du dosseret (4) lors de la fixation d'une ridelle au dosseret (4). Le dosseret (4) étant déplié, la ridelle est alors dépliée. La première pièce (9a) arrive ainsi au niveau du montant du dosseret. La première pièce (9a) en forme de languette possède donc une saillie sur un bord de la languette s'étendant vers le montant du dosseret qui s'introduit alors dans l'évidement (13) du dosseret (4), la languette étant parallèle à l'embase lorsque la ridelle est dépliée. La saillie (11) forme le premier loquet du système de fixation à double loquet.According to the invention, the fastening system comprises a first piece (9a) attached to the sideboard. The sideboard has a form of circumflex accent whose first branch is articulated on the base (1). The first piece (9a) is fixed on the end of the second branch which is parallel to the axis (21a, 21b) of rotation of the sidewall. This first piece (9a) may be tab-shaped perpendicular to the plane of the sideboard. This first piece (9a) comprises a projection (11) intended to be introduced into a recess (13) of the backsplash (4) when attaching a side wall to the backsplash (4). The backrest (4) being unfolded, the sideboard is unfolded. The first piece (9a) thus arrives at the amount of the backsplash. The first tongue-shaped piece (9a) thus has a projection on one edge of the tongue extending to the amount of the backsplash which is then introduced into the recess (13) of the backrest (4), the tongue being parallel to the base when the side wall is unfolded. The protrusion (11) forms the first latch of the double latch fastening system.

Le système (5) de fixation comprend en outre une deuxième pièce (9b) fixée au dosseret (4). Cette deuxième pièce (9b) comprend une tige (12) mobile parallèlement aux côtés du dosseret et destinée à pénétrer dans un évidement (10) de la première pièce (9a) pour verrouiller la fixation de la ridelle au dosseret (4) afin de sécuriser la fixation de la ridelle au dosseret (4).The fastening system (5) further comprises a second piece (9b) attached to the backsplash (4). This second piece (9b) comprises a rod (12) movable parallel to the sides of the backsplash and intended to penetrate into a recess (10) of the first piece (9a) to lock the fixing of the side wall to the backsplash (4) to secure fixing the sideboard to the backsplash (4).

La deuxième pièce (9b) est fixée de telle manière que l'axe longitudinal de la tige est parallèle au montant du dosseret. La languette de la première pièce (9a) possède ainsi un trou (10) perçant la languette. La deuxième pièce (9b) se déplace alors perpendiculairement au plan de la languette pour traverser le trou de la languette. La deuxième pièce forme le deuxième loquet du système de fixation à double loquet.The second piece (9b) is fixed in such a way that the longitudinal axis of the rod is parallel to the amount of the backsplash. The tongue of the first piece (9a) thus has a hole (10) piercing the tongue. The second piece (9b) then moves perpendicular to the plane of the tongue to pass through the hole of the tongue. The second piece forms the second latch of the double latch fastening system.

Le dosseret (4) de la palette (0) est un élément qui doit pouvoir supporter des charges importantes. En effet, une charge peut être posée sur l'embase (1) et inclinée pour venir reposer sur le dosseret (4), de sorte que le dosseret (4) supporte une charge qui peut être importante. En conséquence, le liaison mécanique permettant la fixation de chaque ridelle au dosseret doit être assez solide. La saillie (11) de la première pièce (9a) permet un support solide de la charge en étant introduite dans l'évidement (13) du dosseret (4). Dans une variante de la configuration, la zone autour de l'évidement (13) du dosseret (4) peut être renforcée par une contreplaque (13a) de renfort fixée sur la zone autour de l'évidement (13) du dosseret et ayant une ouverture laissant ouvert l'évidement (13) du dosseret (4). On obtient ainsi un système de fixation et de verrouillage simple et léger.The backrest (4) of the pallet (0) is an element that must be able to withstand high loads. Indeed, a load can be placed on the base (1) and inclined to rest on the backrest (4), so that the backrest (4) supports a load that can be important. As a result, the mechanical connection allowing the attachment of each side to the backsplash must be quite strong. The projection (11) of the first piece (9a) allows a solid support of the load being introduced into the recess (13) of the backrest (4). In a variant of the configuration, the area around the recess (13) of the backsplash (4) may be reinforced by a reinforcing counterplate (13a) fixed to the area around the recess (13) of the backsplash and having a opening leaving open the recess (13) of the backsplash (4). This provides a simple and lightweight fastening and locking system.

Dans une autre configuration qui ne fait pas partie de l'invention, la tige (12) peut être remplacée par un une languette (7) destinée à être introduite dans une fente de la deuxième pièce de dimension légèrement supérieure à la section de la languette (7).In another configuration which is not part of the invention, the rod (12) can be replaced by a tongue (7) intended to be introduced into a slot of the second piece of dimension slightly greater than the section of the tongue. (7).

D'autres systèmes de fixations qui ne font pas partie de l'invention sont envisageables, tels qu'une fixation à crochet où, par exemple, un crochet fixé à la ridelle vient d'emboîter dans un évidement du dosseret (4), ou tout autre système de fixation compatible avec la possibilité de fixer les ridelles sur le dosseret (4).Other fastening systems that are not part of the invention are conceivable, such as a hook attachment where, for example, a hook attached to the sideboard has just fitted into a recess of the backsplash (4), or any other fastening system compatible with the possibility of fixing the side panels on the backsplash (4).

La palette (0) peut comprendre en outre au moins un guide fourche (20), par exemple en forme d'arceau, fixé sur les bords (3a, 3b) sur lesquels s'articulent les ridelles (2a, 2b) afin d'éviter un renversement de la palette (0) en cas de mauvaise répartition de charge sur la palette (0). Lors de la manutention de la palette (0) avec un chariot élévateur, une des dents de la fourche du chariot élévateur entre dans l'arceau du guide fourche (20) empêchant ainsi un basculement ou un renversement de la palette.The pallet (0) may further comprise at least one fork guide (20), for example in the form of a bow, fixed on the edges (3a, 3b) on which the side panels (2a, 2b) are articulated in order to avoid overturning the pallet (0) in case of poor load distribution on the pallet (0). When handling the pallet (0) with a forklift, one of the teeth of the fork of the forklift enters the arch of the fork guide (20) thus preventing tilting or overturning of the pallet.

Selon une configuration non limitative, l'embase (1) rectangulaire peut avoir une largeur comprise entre 800 mm et 1000 mm et une longueur de 1200 mm. Le dosseret (4) peut avoir une longueur de 1205 mm et une largeur comprise entre 800 mm et 1000 mm. La languette (7) du système d'alignement peut faire saillie à une hauteur de 36 mm. Les ridelles peuvent avoir une épaisseur de l'ordre de 22 mm environ.According to a non-limiting configuration, the rectangular base (1) may have a width of between 800 mm and 1000 mm and a length of 1200 mm. The backsplash (4) can have a length of 1205 mm and a width of between 800 mm and 1000 mm. The tongue (7) of the alignment system can protrude at a height of 36 mm. The sides may have a thickness of about 22 mm.

Selon une configuration non limitative, la distance (d1) définie par les montants entre l'embase (1) et l'axe (21a) de rotation du profilé de la première ridelle (2a) peut être supérieure ou égale à l'épaisseur d'une ridelle ajoutée de la hauteur de la saillie (11) de la première pièce (9a), cette distance (d1) étant, par exemple de 15 mm. Dans cette configuration, la distance (d2) définie par les montants entre l'embase (1) et l'axe (21b) de rotation du profilé de la deuxième ridelle peut être supérieure ou égale à la distance (d1) définie ci-dessus ajoutée de l'épaisseur d'une ridelle et d'un jeu de 3 mm, cette distance (d2) étant, par exemple, de 40 mm.According to a non-limiting configuration, the distance (d1) defined by the uprights between the base (1) and the axis (21a) of rotation of the profile of the first panel (2a) may be greater than or equal to the thickness of the an added side wall of the height of the projection (11) of the first piece (9a), this distance (d1) being, for example 15 mm. In this configuration, the distance (d2) defined by the amounts between the base (1) and the axis (21b) of rotation of the profile of the second sidewall may be greater than or equal to the distance (d1) defined above added the thickness of a sideboard and a set of 3 mm, this distance (d2) being, for example, 40 mm.

Selon une configuration, la palette (0) peut être équipée d'un dispositif d'identification comprenant une antenne RFID. Le dispositif d'identification peut être, par exemple, une étiquette intégrant une antenne RFID fixée sur un des éléments de la palette (0). À l'aide d'un lecteur de signal RFID, ce dispositif RFID peut permettre, par exemple, de localiser la palette (0) et/ou d'identifier la palette (0) et/ou les marchandises transportées par la palette et/ou la provenance des marchandises transportées et/ou la destination des marchandises transportées.According to one configuration, the pallet (0) can be equipped with an identification device comprising an RFID antenna. The identification device may be, for example, a label incorporating an RFID antenna attached to one of the elements of the pallet (0). With the aid of an RFID signal reader, this RFID device can make it possible, for example, to locate the pallet (0) and / or to identify the pallet (0) and / or the goods transported by the pallet and / or the origin of the goods transported and / or the destination of the goods transported.

Selon une configuration, la palette (0) peut être équipée d'un dispositif d'identification comprenant un code à barres. Par exemple, le dispositif d'identification peut être une étiquette sur laquelle un code à barres est imprimé, l'étiquette étant fixée sur un des éléments de la palette (0). À l'aide d'un lecteur de codes à barres, le code à barres peut permettre, par exemple, de localiser la palette (0) et/ou d'identifier la palette (0) et/ou les marchandises transportées par la palette et/ou la provenance des marchandises transportées et/ou la destination des marchandises transportées.According to one configuration, the pallet (0) can be equipped with an identification device comprising a barcode. For example, the identification device may be a label on which a barcode is printed, the label being attached to one of the elements of the pallet (0). Using a barcode reader, the barcode can be used, for example, to locate the pallet (0) and / or to identify the pallet (0) and / or goods transported by the pallet and / or the origin of the goods transported and / or the destination of the goods transported.

La présente description détaille différents modes de réalisation et configuration en référence à des figures et/ou des caractéristiques techniques. L'homme du métier comprendra que les diverses caractéristiques techniques des divers modes ou configurations peuvent être combinées entre elles à moins que l'inverse ne soit explicitement mentionné ou que ces caractéristiques techniques ne soient incompatibles. De même, une caractéristique technique d'un mode de réalisation ou d'une configuration peut être isolée des autres caractéristiques techniques de ce mode de réalisation à moins que l'inverse ne soit mentionné. Dans la présente description, de nombreux détails spécifiques sont fournis à titre illustratif et nullement limitatif, de façon à détailler précisément l'invention. L'homme de métier comprendra cependant que l'invention peut être réalisée en l'absence d'un ou plusieurs de ces détails spécifiques ou avec des variantes. À d'autres occasions, certains aspects ne sont pas détaillés de façon à éviter d'obscurcir et alourdir la présente description et l'homme de métier comprendra que des moyens divers et variés pourront être utilisés et que l'invention n'est pas limitée aux seuls exemples décrits.The present description details various embodiments and configuration with reference to figures and / or technical characteristics. Those skilled in the art will understand that the various technical characteristics of the various modes or configurations can be combined with one another unless the reverse is explicitly mentioned or if these technical characteristics are incompatible. Likewise, a technical feature of an embodiment or configuration may be isolated from the other technical features of this embodiment unless the reverse is mentioned. In the present description, many specific details are provided for illustrative and not limiting, so as to detail precisely the invention. Those skilled in the art will understand, however, that the invention may be realized in the absence of one or more of these specific details or with variations. On other occasions, some aspects are not detailed from In order to avoid obscuring and weighing down the present description, those skilled in the art will understand that various and various means may be used and that the invention is not limited to the only examples described.

Il doit être évident pour les personnes versées dans l'art que la présente invention permet des modes de réalisation sous de nombreuses autres formes spécifiques sans l'éloigner du domaine d'application de l'invention comme revendiqué. Par conséquent, les présents modes de réalisation doivent être considérés à titre d'illustration, mais peuvent être modifiés dans le domaine défini par la portée des revendications jointes, et l'invention ne doit pas être limitée aux détails donnés ci-dessus.It should be obvious to those skilled in the art that the present invention allows embodiments in many other specific forms without departing from the scope of the invention as claimed. Therefore, the present embodiments should be considered by way of illustration, but may be modified within the scope defined by the scope of the appended claims, and the invention should not be limited to the details given above.

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  1. Collapsible metal pallet (0) comprising at least one rectangular base (1), to the edges of which:
    - two rails (2a, 2b) are articulated between a collapsed position parallel to two opposing edges of the base (1) and an extended position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base,
    - a back guard (4) is articulated between a collapsed position parallel to another edge of the base (1) and an extended position perpendicular to a plane parallel to the base,
    in order to allow the pallet (0) to be unfolded or retracted at least between, on one hand, an unfolded operating configuration in which the rails and the back guard (4) are extended perpendicularly to a plane parallel to the base (1) and, on the other hand, a transport configuration in which the rails (2a, 2b) and the back guard (4) are collapsed on the base (1), characterised in that the pallet has, one double-latch attachment system per rail (5) for attaching each rail to the back guard (4) when the pallet (0) is in an unfolded operating configuration, the double-latch attachment system (5) comprising a first part (9a) attached to a rail and a second part (9b) attached to the back guard (4), the first part (9a) comprising a projection (11) forming the first latch, which is intended to be introduced into a recess (13) in the back guard (4) when a rail is attached to the back guard, the second part (9b) forming the second latch comprising a bar (12) that is movable in parallel with the sides of the back guard and is intended to penetrate a recess (10) in the first part (9a).
  2. Pallet (0) according to claim 1, characterised in that the first rail (2a) and the second rail (2b) each comprise a profiled part that is parallel to the opposing edges of the base, the ends of each profiled part being attached by uprights that are attached perpendicularly to the base and leaving the profiled parts free to rotate about their respective axes such that the distance (d1) defined by the uprights between the base (1) and the rotational axis (21a) of the profiled part of the first rail (2a) is less than the distance (d2) defined by the uprights between the base (1) and the rotational axis (21b) of the profiled part of the second rail (2b), so that the planes containing each rail are parallel to the plane parallel to the base (1) when the collapsible pallet (0) is in a transport configuration.
  3. Pallet (0) according to claims 1 and 2, characterised in that the back guard (4) is articulated (41) by an attachment system which leaves the back guard free to rotate about an axis close to the base such that the plane containing the back guard (4) is parallel to the base (1) when the collapsible pallet (0) is in a transport configuration.
  4. Pallet according to claims 1 to 3, characterised in that the base (1) has feet (6) arranged at least at the corners of the rectangular base (1).
  5. Pallet (0) according to claims 1 to 4, characterised in that the pallet (0) further comprises an alignment system allowing at least two pallets (0) to be stacked in a stable manner.
  6. Pallet (0) according to claim 5, characterised in that the alignment system comprises at least one tab (7) projecting on the back guard (4) in a direction perpendicular to the back guard (4), a tab (7) being attached in the vicinity of at least one corner of the base (1) of a first pallet (0) in its transport configuration, the tab (7) being fitted into a notch (8) made in the base of the foot (6) of a second pallet (0) in its transport configuration stacked above the first pallet (0).
  7. Pallet (0) according to claim 1, characterised in that the first part (9a) is in the form of a tab perpendicular to the plane of the rail, comprising a projection (11) forming the first latch extending from an edge of the tab.
  8. Pallet (0) according to claim 7, characterised in that the attachment system (5) further comprises a reinforcing backing plate (13a) that is attached to the region of the back guard (4) around the recess (13) in the back guard and has an opening which leaves the recess (13) in the back guard (4) open.
  9. Pallet (0) according to claims 1 to 8, characterised in that the base (1) comprises a frame formed from profiled parts serving to support a base panel.
  10. Pallet (0) according to claims 1 to 9, characterised in that the rails (2a, 2b) are in the shape of a circumflex accent of which one end is articulated to the base (1) and the other end comprises a bar that is perpendicular to the articulation on the base (1).
  11. Pallet (0) according to claims 1 to 10, characterised in that the back guard (4) comprises two uprights and three crossbars spread perpendicularly over the two uprights.
  12. Pallet (0) according to claim 11, characterised in that the back guard (4) further comprises protectors (21) made of flexible material intended to protect the objects transported on the pallet (0).
  13. Pallet (0) according to claims 1 to 12, characterised in that the pallet (0) further comprises at least one fork guide (20) attached to the edges (3a, 3b) to which the rails (2a, 2b) are articulated, so as to prevent the pallet (0) from tipping over if the load is poorly distributed.
  14. Pallet (0) according to claims 1 to 13, the pallet (0) further comprising an identification device comprising an RFID antenna or a barcode.
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