EP3235408A1 - Storage device for safely storing objects - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a storage device (100) for safely accepting and / or storing at least one article (200), comprising a bag (110) for receiving the at least one article (200), a holding device (120) for the bag (110) and a closure device (130) for closing the bag (110), the bag (110) having an opening (111) through which the at least one article (200) can be introduced into the bag (110), the closure device (130) attached to the bag (110) and adapted to seal the bag (110) to form a receiving volume for the at least one article (200), and wherein the holding device (120) is adapted for permanent attachment to a stationary device wherein only a portion (115) of the bag (110) is located in an end (113) opposite from one half circumference (112) of the opening toward one of the opening (110). the bag extending portion of the bag is attached to the holding device (120), and a use of such a storage device (100).

Description

The present invention relates to a storage device for safely storing at least one article, such as one or more packages, and a use of such a storage device.

State of the art

Letter boxes are generally used for accepting letter mail, in which a letter carrier can insert or insert letters in the absence of the recipient. Such mailboxes are compact in size and widely used.

In the case of the delivery of larger goods, such as parcels, however, the absence of the recipient poses the problem of the package being stored unless the parcel delivery agent is to take the parcel back with him.

From the DE 100 33 664 A1 is, for example, a device for accepting packages known, which includes a kind of safe, ie a dimensionally stable metal box with combination lock. The disadvantage here, however, on the one hand, the high cost and on the other hand, the large space requirement.

From the GB 2 372 291 A For example, a delivery device for shipping goods is known, in which the deliverer a bag for receiving the shipping goods in one Letter slot of a door is attached. For this purpose, the bag may be closed and, for example, be secured in the letter slot with an anchoring mechanism such that it can no longer be removed from outside. The disadvantage here, however, that such a mail slot is often not available and on the other there is a risk of damage to the door.

From the DE 201 01 654 U1 is a receiving device, for example. In the form of a bag, known for packages or the like, which can be fixed by means of a steel bracket to a wall. As a security precaution various key units are provided, so that, for example, only one receiver can remove the package. The disadvantage here, however, that the bag can be stolen before connecting.

From the DE 103 46 385 A1 For example, a package bag is known which is stored in a box that can be mounted underneath a mailbox. A parcel delivery agent can remove the parcel bag from the sleeve and put the parcel into the parcel bag. The parcel bag can be closed with a rope and a lock and is attached to the rifle with the rope. The disadvantage here, however, that the package bag with the package has no defined Abstellort so that no particularly high security is achieved and the bag may be exposed to environmental influences.

From the DE 20 2009 008 600 U1 For example, a letterbox is known in which an additional compartment is provided, in which a flexible receiving volume is housed with a casing device. If necessary, this recording volume can then be removed and a package inserted therein. For the receiving volume can be provided as theft protection a closure device in the form of a drawer. The disadvantage here, however, that the receiving volume is coupled to the mailbox.

It is therefore desirable to provide a further possibility for simple, safe and / or space-saving storage of items such as parcels in the case of parcels shipments at non-matching recipient.

Disclosure of the invention

According to the invention, a storage device for safe storage of at least one article and a use of such a storage device with the features of the independent claims are proposed. Advantageous embodiments are the subject of the dependent claims and the following description.

A storage device according to the invention serves for the acceptance and / or safe storage of at least one article and has a bag for receiving the at least one article, a holding device for the bag and a closure device for closing the bag. As a bag is to be understood in particular a flexible bag, which is, for example, deformable, especially foldable and / or rollable. In particular, items to be shipped include, for example, parcels. In this case, the bag has an opening through which the at least one object can be introduced into the bag, the closure device is attached to the bag and is designed such that the bag can be closed to form a receiving volume for the at least one object. The holding device is adapted for permanent attachment to a stationary device and only a portion of the bag is attached to the holding device, which is located in a part of the bag extending from half the circumference of the opening towards an end of the bag opposite the opening. In other words, the bag is attached to the holder with only one of two sides or one of two equal sections having a bag in a flat state, ie without filling. It is particularly expedient if the bag in a half facing the opening or in particular a quarter adjacent to the opening of the page in question is attached to the holding device.

The proposed storage device allows a simple and secure storage of items such as parcels or the like and therefore therefore serves in particular for the acceptance of shipping goods. The holding device to which the bag is attached is arranged for attachment to a stationary device. For this purpose, the holding device can in particular have a flat section, for example in the form of a sheet. In a stationary device may, for example, to a wall, for example. A building wall act, but are, for example, also a fence, another part of the building or other trades suitable. The holding device can be fastened, for example, by means of suitable screws, so that the entire receiving device is then securely attached and can not, or at least not without a disproportionately large effort, can be removed. Since the bag, over a portion thereof, is also firmly connected to the holding device and the bag can be closed, the items introduced into the bag can be safely stored. In addition, the bag is due to the direct attachment to the holding device largely protected against environmental influences, as it is, for example. Directly attached to a wall and thus, for example, is protected from rain due to a rooftop.

Since the bag is also attached to the holding device only with a portion on one side of the bag, a particularly simple filling of the bag with the object at the same time, for example. Near-wall position of the bag is possible. It may be expedient if the portion with which the bag is attached to the holding device corresponds only to a small area of the bag in the vicinity of the opening. Thus, for example, some holes, possibly with reinforcement, may be provided a few centimeters away from the opening, over which the bag is screwed to the holding device. This makes it possible at the same time, the bag when it is not needed, so in a storage state, fold and / or roll up and fasten in a suitable manner in this state. In use, it can then be very easily eg. Unwrapped by unfolding or unfolded, so that an object can be introduced.

Preferably, the bag has a cut-resistant and / or waterproof material. The material may, for example, be in the form of a fabric. As cut-resistant material comes here, for example. Material with so-called. Kevlar (or with aramids or aramid compounds) into consideration. As a waterproof material is, for example, material with so-called. Nylon (or Polyhexamethylenadipinsäureamid) into consideration. Also conceivable is a material which contains both Kevlar and nylon, for example in the form of a woven fabric. In this way, the security of the storage device can be further increased because no violent opening of the bag is possible. In addition, it can be ensured that objects introduced into the bag do not become wet, which is advantageous, in particular, in the case of parcels, which as a rule consist of cardboard or cardboard.

Advantageously, the bag has a metal mesh. For example, steel, in particular stainless steel, or titanium can be used as the metal. It may also be expedient to use a sheathing of the metal mesh, for example of plastic. The metal mesh can be formed, for example, in the form of a mesh with mesh. Such a metal mesh further increases safety, in particular with regard to the cut resistance. In addition, when using a metal braid if necessary, the material thickness of the remaining material of the bag can be reduced. It is conceivable, for example, a 1 mm to 2 mm thick material layer into which the metal mesh, which consists, for example, of a 1 mm thick wire, is embedded. For this purpose, two layers of the above-mentioned material can be connected to one another by embedding the metal mesh with a suitable adhesive, for example a resin-based or synthetic resin-based adhesive. In this way, the bag remains flexible.

It is advantageous if the closure device, a flexible rope, in particular a wire rope, which is threaded through a plurality of eyelets, which are provided in the bag and surrounding the opening, and has a lock, wherein the lock two areas of the rope, between which the eyelets lie, are connectable. In this way, a very simple closure device can be provided with which the bag can be closed easily, quickly and safely. In particular, such a rope can be easily adapted to different dimensions of the bag.

Expediently, at least one end of the cable can be guided through the lock and can be fixed in different positions with respect to a longitudinal direction of the cable in the lock. In this way, the bag can be secured against the removal of the article introduced therein even if the opening of the bag, for example. Due to a very large object, can not be completely closed.

Furthermore, it is expedient that the lock is designed such that the rope, when it is introduced into the lock, in a securing position of the lock is movable in one direction only. For this purpose, the rope in the castle, for example. Be pushed past a kind of wedge, which jammed when pulling back the rope. Thus, after the article has been introduced therein, the bag can be closed as much as possible by means of the rope and the lock. The bag can then, for example, but only by an authorized person, for example. The owner of the receiving device to be opened by the lock is brought from the safety position to an open position. This can be done, for example, by means of a key or a combination of numbers. A lock with a number combination can be designed, for example, both mechanically and electrically. It is also conceivable that a transponder is provided which can cooperate with a suitable counterpart.

Preferably, the rope is threaded through mesh of the metal mesh, provided that a metal mesh is present. In this way, the security is further increased because the metal mesh can not, or at least not without disproportionate effort, be separated from the rope.

Advantageously, the holding device has a cover that is movably connected to a portion of the holding device to which the bag is attached, and with which the bag is releasably connectable in a storage state in a mounting region. In the storage state, the bag may, for example, as already mentioned, be folded and / or rolled up. At a suitable location, the attachment area, then, for example, a loop portion of a hook and loop fastener may be attached, which cooperates with a hook portion of the hook and loop fastener on the cover. By simply lifting the cover so for example. The connection produced by the Velcro connection can be solved and the bag can unroll and unfold, so that the object can be very easily introduced. At the same time, such a cover can serve as weather protection. It is also conceivable a magnetic attachment. Here it can, depending on the material of the cover, for example. Be sufficient to attach only a suitable magnet in the attachment area of the bag, which can then interact with the cover. Of course, however, a suitable counterpart can be attached to the cover, if necessary.

Alternatively, it is preferred if a portion of the holding device to which the bag is attached is movably attachable to the stationary device, wherein in particular the bag can be arranged in a storage state in a recess in the stationary device. Thus, for example, a recess may be provided in a wall, on whose wall-side boundary a door is attached, which forms the mentioned section of the holding device. In this way, the bag can be stowed in the wall and brought out of the recess in use by opening the door.

Preferably, the receiving device has at least one further closure device which is attached to the bag and is designed such that the bag is separable in an area lying between the opening and an end opposite the opening, and thus that at least one of The opening facing away from the opening part receiving volume of the bag is closed. The at least further closure device may in particular be designed in exactly the same way as the already mentioned closure device. In this way, the bag can be closed, for example, not only in the region of the opening but also in its center and / or other places. This makes it possible for a first article to be introduced into the bag, whereupon the bag is closed with the further closure device insofar as the first article can no longer be removed without opening the further closure device. In addition, however, a second object can still be introduced into the remaining receiving volume of the bag and secured against removal by means of the closure device. It is also conceivable that the at least one further closure device is variable with regard to its position. This can be made possible for example by suitable elongated eyelets in the bag (and possibly also a suitably designed metal mesh) or externally applied loops or the like. In this way, the space in the bag can be used as best as possible depending on the size of the object or objects.

The invention further relates to a use of the proposed storage device, wherein the holding device is attached to a stationary device. In particular, the storage device can be used in this way as Versandgutannahme. With regard to advantageous embodiments in this use, reference is also made to the above statements, as they are made in the explanation of the storage device.

Further advantages and embodiments of the invention will become apparent from the description and the accompanying drawings.

It is understood that the features mentioned above and those yet to be explained below can be used not only in the particular combination given, but also in other combinations or in isolation, without departing from the scope of the present invention.

The invention is illustrated schematically with reference to an embodiment in the drawing and will be described below with reference to the drawing.

figure description

FIG. 1

schematically shows a storage device according to the invention in a preferred embodiment.

FIG. 2

shows the storage device FIG. 1 in a state during a pooling.

FIG. 3

shows the storage device FIG. 1 in a storage condition.

FIG. 4

shows a section FIG. 1 with a more detailed representation of the bag.

FIG. 5

schematically shows a storage device according to the invention in a further preferred embodiment.

In FIG. 1 schematically a storage device 100 according to the invention is shown in a preferred embodiment. The storage device 100 has a holding device 120 with a movable cover 121, which can be attached to a stationary device, not shown here, such as a wall.

The holding device 120 here has a flat portion (shown in dashed lines in the figure), to which it may be attached to the stationary device. An overlying section (not shown in dashed lines here) can be bent or guided away from the stationary device, so that the cover 121 can be attached.

The bag 110 has an opening 111, via which an article 200, for example a package, can be introduced into the bag. In the present example, the article 200 is already in the bag 110.

The bag 110 is attached by way of example by means of three attachment eyelets 115 (only one of which is provided with a reference numeral for the sake of clarity). The eyelets 115 thereby form a section of the bag (or are located in the section) which is provided in an area between the half circumference 112 of the opening 111 (here facing the wall) and an end 113 opposite the opening of the bag.

The fastening device 120 can, for example, also be fastened to the stationary device via suitable attachment eyelets, which are then not only provided in the bag 110 but also in the fastening device 120. For this purpose, for example, suitable screws can be used.

At the upper end of the bag 110 in the figure eyelets 114 are provided, through which a cable 132 is guided. The cable 132 is attached at one end to a lock 131 and passed through the lock 131 at the other end. The cable 132 forms, together with the lock 131, a closure device 130.

After the article 200 has been inserted into the bag 110, the cable 132 can be pulled through the lock with the end passed through the lock 131, so that the eyelets 114 of the bag contract, whereby the opening 111 also contracts.

The lock 131 may, for example, be designed such that the cable 132 can be pulled through in a safety setting only in one direction, namely in the one in which the opening 111 is closed. A movement of the cable 132 in the opposite direction can, for example, be prevented by a suitable mechanism. Furthermore, the lock 131 can then be opened, for example, in an opening setting which can be adjusted by means of a key. In this way, the bag 110 can only be opened by an authorized person to remove the article 200.

Furthermore, it should be noted that, for example, a further closure device can be provided in the region of the line 116 in order to close the bag 110 in its center. In the present case, the object 200 could thus be enclosed and a further object could also be introduced and enclosed. As already mentioned, however, a (here in the vertical direction) variable position for the one or possibly also a plurality of further closure devices is conceivable.

The dimensions of the bag 110 may be, for example, 100 cm in the vertical direction (in the figure) and 80 cm in the horizontal direction, in a flat state without being folded, rolled or otherwise collapsed. In this way, an article with the usual maximum dimensions of parcels can be enclosed in the pouch. It is understood that other dimensions can be selected, for example, at least 50 cm in the vertical and at least 40 cm in the horizontal direction.

In FIG. 2 For example, the storage device 100 is shown in a state during collapsing. For this purpose, the bag 110 is folded flat without an object in it, and one side, here the right side, is turned to the left along a vertical folding line. Likewise, the other, ie here the left side can be taken, so that the bag 110 folded in this way has only approximately the width of the holding device 120. Subsequently, the bag 110 can then be rolled up starting from below, ie from the end opposite the holding device 120.

In FIG. 3 For example, the storage device 100 is shown in a stored condition, ie, the bag 110 has been initially folded as described and then rolled up. Furthermore, in this figure, for the sake of completeness, the stationary device 300 formed as a wall is shown, to which the storage device 100 is attached.

Furthermore, a fastening device is shown, which consists here of a first part 141 on the cover 121 and a second part 142, which is mounted in a fastening region on the bag 142. For example, the first part 141 corresponds to a hook part and the second part 142 corresponds to a loop part of the hook-and-loop fastener. In this case, the cover 121 movably attached to the holder 120 can be folded down and brought into contact with the bag 110, so that the bag 110 remains in the storage state. There are also other fastening devices, such as, for example, a magnetic fastening device, conceivable. However, it is also conceivable another storage condition, for example. By the bag is only folded and not rolled.

In FIG. 4 the bag 110 is more detailed than in FIG FIG. 1 shown. In particular, here a metal mesh 116 is shown, which is incorporated, for example, in a material of the bag. Furthermore, it can be seen that the metal mesh forms stitches and that the eyelets 114 of the bag 110 are within the stitches. The rope 132 is guided in this way through the mesh of the metal mesh 116, so that after the contraction of the rope 132 and the metal mesh 116 is securely closed. In this way, a very high theft security is achieved.

The metal mesh 116 may, for example, consist of a wire or a plurality of individual, suitably connected, wires. It is conceivable, for example, a steel wire with a diameter of 1 mm, which ensures adequate theft protection. It is also conceivable, a sheathing of the wire, for example. With plastic to protect the material of the bag 110, in which the metal mesh 116, for example. Is incorporated.

In FIG. 5 a storage device 100 'is shown in a further preferred embodiment. The bag 110, which may be formed as in the previously explained embodiment, is here attached to a holding device 120 '. The holding device 120 'in this case now has a door which can be attached in a suitable manner to the here also designed as a wall stationary device 300 movable.

In the wall 300, a recess 310 is provided, into which the bag 110 can be introduced in the storage state shown here, so that the holding device 120 'can be closed in the form of the door. However, depending on the situation, the bag may also be used in a different storage condition, for example by the bag being only folded and not rolled up. On a fastening device like the one in FIG. 3 shown fastening device can be omitted here if necessary, since the bag 110 can already be held by the recess 310 and then unrolls when opening the door by itself, so that it can be filled.

Furthermore, it should be noted that the holding device 120 'next to the door, which can be seen in the figure, also have an insert for the recess 310 at which the door can then be easily attached. In addition, a handle can be attached to the door for easier handling.

Claims (15)

Storage device (100, 100 ') for accepting and / or safely storing at least one article (200), comprising a bag (110) for receiving the at least one article (200), a holding device (120, 120') for the bag (110 ) and closure means (130) for closing the bag (110),
the bag (110) having an opening (111) through which the at least one article (200) can be introduced into the bag (110),
wherein the closure means (130) is attached to the bag (110) and adapted to close the bag (110) to form a receiving volume for the at least one article (200), and
the holding device (120, 120 ') being adapted for permanent attachment to a stationary device (300),
characterized in that only a portion (115) of the bag (110) is secured to the holder (120, 120 ') which is in an end opposite one half of the opening (112) of the opening (110) (113) of the bag extending portion of the bag is located. The storage device (100, 100 ') of claim 1, wherein the bag (110) comprises a cut-resistant and / or waterproof material. The storage device (100, 100 ') of claim 1 or 2, wherein the bag (110) comprises a metal mesh (116). A storage device (100, 100 ') according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the closure means (130) comprises a flexible cable (131), in particular a wire rope, provided by a plurality of eyelets (114) provided in the bag (110) and the opening (111) is surrounded, threaded, and a lock (132), wherein the lock (132), two regions of the cable (131), between which the eyelets (114) are connectable. The storage device (100, 100 ') of claim 4, wherein at least one end of the cable (132) is securable through the lock (131) and is securable in different positions with respect to a lengthwise direction of the cable in the lock (132). Storage device (100, 100 ') according to claim 4 or 5, wherein the lock (131) is formed such that the cable (132), when inserted into the lock (131), in a securing position of the lock in one direction only is movable. A storage device (100, 100 ') according to any one of claims 4 to 6 when dependent on claim 3, wherein the cable (132) is threaded through stitches of the metal braid (116). A storage device (100, 100 ') according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding device (120) has a cover (121) movably connected to a portion of the holding device to which the bag (110) is attached, and to the the bag (110) is releasably connectable in a storage state in a mounting area. A storage device (100, 100 ') according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein a portion of the holding device (120') to which the bag (110) is attached is movably attachable to the stationary device (300), and wherein in particular, the bag (110) can be arranged in a storage state in a recess (310) in the stationary device. A storage device (100, 100 ') according to any one of the preceding claims, comprising at least one further closure means attached to the bag (110) and adapted to allow the bag (110) to lie in a region defined between the opening (111 ) and one of the opening opposite the end (113), is separable, and that at least one of the opening facing away from the part receiving volume of the bag is closed. Use of a storage device (100, 100 ') according to any one of the preceding claims for receiving and / or storing at least one article,
wherein the holding device (120, 120 ') and thus the storage device (110, 100') is attached to a stationary device. Use according to claim 11, wherein a wall, in particular a building wall, a building part, a fence or a work is used as a stationary device. Use according to claim 11 or 12, wherein the at least one article comprises at least one item to be shipped, in particular at least one package. Use according to any one of claims 11 to 13, wherein the bag is kept in a storage state before an article is introduced therein, and wherein the bag is brought out of the storage state for introduction of an article, in particular by dropping. Use according to claim 14, wherein the bag is rolled up and / or folded in the storage condition.

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