EP3187072A1

EP3187072A1 - Folding bed base

Info

Publication number: EP3187072A1
Application number: EP16382636.5A
Authority: EP
Inventors: Ramón Senserrich Feixas
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2015-12-29
Filing date: 2016-12-21
Publication date: 2017-07-05
Anticipated expiration: 2036-12-21
Also published as: ES1151158U; ES1151158Y; ES2709174T3; EP3187072B1

Abstract

A FOLDING BED BASE. Characterized in that the frame (3) is divided into two equal portions (3a, 3b), that may be folded over one another, and wherein the slats (2) of each portion are grouped into two symmetrical movable assemblies (21), transversally movable in order to bring them closer together or separate them from one another, determining the width of the bed base (1) and reaching the necessary dimensions for use in an extended position or reducing it to half its size in the folded position. Each of the two portions (3a, 3b) of the frame, the slats (2) are incorporated on fixed longitudinal tubes (31) and telescopically extendable transversal tubes (32) grouped into the two symmetrical movable assemblies (21) wherein the separations or spaces (5) between slats (2) coincide with the width thereof, such that the slats (2) of the two assemblies are inserted between each other. Each movable assembly (21) of slats (2) has a longitudinal strip (22). Two portions (3a and 3b) of the frame (3) are joined together by means of two extendable longitudinal tubes (33), which are articulately joined to the fixed longitudinal tubes (31) of each portion. The legs (4), once dismounted, are housed in recesses (34) available in the edges of the head end and the foot end of each upper (3a) and lower portion (3b) of the frame (3).

Description

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The invention, as expressed in the title of the present specification, relates to a folding bed base with a series of advantages and characteristics that will be described in detail below, which represent a novelty in the current state of the art.
The object of the present invention lies in a structure of a bed base the configuration of which enables arranging it in an extended position of use, in which the structure is suitable for incorporating a mattress and using it as a bed having conventional dimensions, and keeping it in a folded position when not in use, wherein the structure is retracted and takes up minimum space for easy storage and/or transportation.

FIELD OF APPLICATION OF THE INVENTION

The field of application of the present invention lies within the sector of industry dedicated to the manufacture of folding furniture, specifically for camping and/or the car, particularly focused within the field of bed and bed base structures that fold thus taking up less space than when in position of use.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

As a reference to the current state of the art, it should be noted that, although certain types of beds and folding bed structures are known on the market, the applicant at least is unaware of the existence of any bed, bed base or similar invention that presents technical and structural characteristics similar to those advocated herein.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The folding bed base of the present invention therefore constitutes a remarkable novelty within its field of application, the characteristic details that distinguish it being conveniently established in the final claims which accompany the present specification.
Specifically, as mentioned above, the invention proposes a bed base, the structure of which has a configuration intended to enable arranging it in an extended position of use, in which it is suitable for incorporating the mattress, and in a folded position for storage and/or transportation, in which it occupies minimum space.
To this end, said structure of the bed base essentially comprises a plurality of slats which are grouped into two main portions, each of which, in turn, is formed by two groups of slats that are inserted between each other such that, because of the extension or retraction of said slats, they can be moved to bring them closer together or separate them from one another, causing the width of the bed base to expand to the required dimensions of use or shrink to half of such dimensions when the slats are completely interlaced with each other.
In addition, the mentioned two main portions in which the slats are grouped, which determine the upper and lower halves of the bed base, by means of their coupling to two frames, articulately connected in this case, may be placed one on top of the other, once the slats have been laterally interlaced, as described above, whereby the dimensions of the bed base now take up a quarter of its size in the extended position of use.
Finally, the structure is supported on six legs, also formed by telescopic tubes, which enables regulating the height thereof, these tubes being attached to the tubes that support the two portions of the slats by means of easily removable joints, thus, they may easily be removed in order to achieve the final folding of the bed base.
It should be noted that, preferably, the fixings of the position of all the telescopically extendable tubes are provided with knobs that facilitate manual torque, making it unnecessary to use tools for mounting and dismounting the bed base.
The described folding bed base therefore consists of an innovative structure with characteristics heretofore unknown for its intended purpose, reasons which, taken together with its usefulness, provide it with sufficient grounds for obtaining the requested exclusivity privilege.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

As a complement to the description provided herein, and for the purpose of helping to make the characteristics of the invention more readily understandable, the present specification is accompanied by a set of drawings constituting an integral part of the same, which, by way of illustration and not limitation, represent the following:

Figure 1 shows a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the folding bed base object of the invention, in which it appears in its extended position of use, where the main parts and elements that comprise it can be seen along with the configuration and disposition of these;
Figure 2 shows a plan view of the same example of the bed base, according to the invention, shown in Figure 1, also shown in unfolded position;
Figures 3 and 4 show a perspective view of the bed base of the invention in respective phases of folding, distinguishing the disposition of its parts in order to adopt said position; and
Figures 5 and 6 show plan and elevation views of the bed base, in fully folded position.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

In light of the aforementioned figures, and in accordance with the adopted numbering, one may observe therein a non-limiting embodiment of the bed base of the invention, which comprises the parts and elements indicated and described in detail below.
Thus, as seen in said figures, the bed base (1) in question, formed conventionally by multiples slats (2) made of wood or similar material, transversally arranged in a metal frame (3) with legs (4), is differentiated by the fact that said frame (3) is divided into two equal portions, an upper portion (3a) corresponding to the head end and the lower portion (3b) corresponding to the foot end of the bed.
In each of these two portions (3a, 3b) of the frame, the slats (2) are incorporated on fixed longitudinal tubes (31) and telescopically extendable transversal tubes (32) of the frame (3), grouped into two movable and symmetrical assemblies (21) where the separations or spaces (5) between slats (2) coincide with the width of these, such that the slats (2) of the two assemblies are inserted between each other, and through the extension or retraction of said telescopically extendable tubes (32), said movable assemblies (21) can be moved to bring them closer together or separate them from one another, determining the width of the bed base (1) and achieving the dimensions necessary for use in the extended position, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, or reducing it to half the size in the folded position, as shown in Figures 3 to 5.
Preferably, each movable assembly (21) of slats (2), movable in order to be inserted with the opposing assembly, has two longitudinal strips (22), which join them to each other at their distal ends.
Tending to Figures 3 to 6, it can be observed that the two portions (3a and 3b) of the frame (3) are joined together by means of two extendable longitudinal tubes (33), which are articulately joined to the fixed longitudinal tubes (31) of each part, enabling to position one of said portions on the other, namely, the lower portion (3b) on the upper portion (3a), once the slats (2) of both portions are interlaced and in their narrowest position, as described above, reducing the dimensions of the bed base to one quarter of its size, as shown in Figure 5.
As for the legs (4) they are also made up of vertical telescopic tubes (41), so that they can be adjusted in height, and they are joined by easily removable joints to the tubes of the frame (3), allowing them to be dismounted for the final folding of the bed base. Preferably, said legs (4), once dismounted, are housed in the recesses (34) available in the edges of the head and foot end of each upper portion (3a) and lower portion (3b) of the frame (3).
Preferably, the fastenings of all the tubes of the frame (3) are threaded fastenings provided with manual torque knobs (6), that therefore do not require the use of tools for mounting and dismounting the bed base (1).
Ultimately, the bed base (1) of the invention comprises a structure of multiple slats (2) arranged transversally in a frame (3) with legs (4), the configuration of which is suitable for arranging it in an extended position of use in order to incorporate a mattress, and in a folded position for storage and/or transportation, in which it takes up much less space, being differentiated by the fact that said frame (3) is divided into two equal portions (3a, 3b), that may be folded over one another, and wherein the slats (2) of each portion are grouped into two symmetrical movable assemblies (21), transversally movable in order to bring them closer together or separate them from one another, which are mounted on the structure of the frame (3), once mounted and extended determining the width of the bed base (1) in order to achieve the necessary dimensions for use in an extended position or to reduce it to half its size in the folded position.
Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the ways of implementing it, it is not considered necessary to extend its explanation for any expert in the state of the art to understand its scope and the advantages which derive from it, specifying that, within its essence, it can be carried out in other embodiments that differ in detail from the one provided by way of example, and which are also covered by the requested protection, provided that they do not alter, change or modify its fundamental principle.

Claims

A folding bed base consisting of a structure of multiple slats (2) of wood or similar material, arranged transversally in a metal frame (3) with legs (4), the configuration of which is suitable for arranging it in an extended position of use in order to incorporate a mattress, and in a folded position for storage and/or transportation in which it takes up minimum space, characterized in that said frame (3) is divided into two equal portions (3a, 3b), that may be folded over one another, and wherein the slats (2) of each portion are grouped into two symmetrical movable assemblies (21), transversally movable in order to bring them closer together or separate them from one another, determining the width of the bed base (1) and reaching the necessary dimensions for use in an extended position or reducing it to half its size in the folded position.
The folding bed base according to claim 1, characterized in that the frame (3) is divided into an upper portion (3a), corresponding to the head end, and a lower portion (3b), corresponding to the foot end.
The folding bed base according to claims 1 and 2, characterized in that in each of the two portions (3a, 3b) of the frame, the slats (2) are incorporated on fixed longitudinal tubes (31) and telescopically extendable transversal tubes (32) grouped into the two symmetrical movable assemblies (21) wherein the separations or spaces (5) between slats (2) coincide with the width thereof, such that the slats (2) of the two assemblies are inserted between each other.
The folding bed base, according to claim 3, characterized in that each movable assembly (21) of slats (2) has a longitudinal strip (22) that joins them together at their distal ends.
The folding bed base, according to any of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the two portions (3a and 3b) of the frame (3) are joined together by means of two extendable longitudinal tubes (33), which are articulately joined to the fixed longitudinal tubes (31) of each portion.
The folding bed base, according to claim 1, characterized in that the legs (4) are formed by vertical telescopic tubes (41), being adjustable in height, and having the ability to couple to each other by means of removable joints to the tubes of the frame (3).
The folding bed base, according to claim 6, characterized in that the legs (4), once dismounted, are housed in recesses (34) available in the edges of the head end and the foot end of each upper (3a) and lower portion (3b) of the frame (3).
The folding bed base, according to any of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the fastenings of all the tubes of the frame (3) are threaded fastenings provided with manual torque knobs (6).