Classifications

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• • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
  • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
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  • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
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Definitions

• the present invention relates to a foldable modular packaging, in particular of the Large Bulk Container (IBC) type, for the packaging and protection of various products.
• the field of the invention is the handling, transport and storage of products.
• IBCs are used for the packaging and protection of liquid, viscous or solid products, possibly with change of state and, by extension, powders and granulates.
• the volumes concerned include the range of 50 to 1250 liters.
• packagings In practice, the packagings must maintain their integrity over time, for normal use of storage and transport, associated with all usual climatic conditions, interior and exterior.
• the packages currently available are constructed as rigid envelopes. They can be cylindrical or parallelepipedal, metal, sheet, or obtained by injection solutions, plastic blowing, in order to obtain complete volume shapes. They need to be manufactured in specialized units, then transported and stored empty, while occupying a large volume. As a result, the supply chain is negatively impacted.
• the end-user of products packaged in IBCs must recycle, in the regulatory sense, with a new transport of these quasi-empty packaging, in order to eliminate what is considered waste for the whole body hollow. This results in a treatment of all the constituent materials of the package, with a significant implementation of energy and water quantity.
• the packaging is reconditioned, with repair or refurbishment, for reuse. In case of ultimate destruction of the packaging, waste of the total mass of the hollow body is generated.
• US5002194A discloses a collapsible modular package for the transport of liquids.
• the package comprises six removable panels between a folded position, wherein the panels are stacked on each other, and an unfolded position, wherein the panels form a parallelepiped frame defining an interior volume.
• the bottom panel has feet.
• the package comprises a flexible inner container adapted to be disposed in the interior volume of the frame.
• the container has a thin wall, so when it is filled with liquid, it can not support itself without the frame.
• the container is equipped with reinforcements provided to support the legs of an upper package, during the stacking of several packages.
• the package comprises an assembly system comprising connecting elements forming a pivot connection between each panel and at least one adjacent panel.
• the container with the reinforcements When disassembling the package, the container with the reinforcements is removed by releasing one of the side panels or the top panel. The container is not retracted between the panels in the folded position. This complicates the handling and transport of the package, with the frame on one side and the container with reinforcements on the other side.
• the object of the present invention is to provide an improved package, overcoming the above disadvantages.
• the invention relates to a foldable modular packaging, characterized in that it comprises: at least four removable panels between a folded position, in which the panels are stacked on each other, and an unfolded position, wherein the panels form a parallelepiped frame defining an interior volume; a flexible inner container adapted to be disposed in said interior volume; and an assembly system comprising connecting elements forming a pivot connection between each panel and at least one adjacent panel.
• the invention makes it possible to obtain a polyvalent, efficient and practical package to use, for all types of liquid, viscous or solid products, prior to their implementation.
• the volume of the empty package is greatly reduced during the transport phases, and then waiting storage in a reserved space.
• the packaging preserves the properties of all the material contained. Consequently, the invention makes it possible to secure transport and storage in all the usual situations and climatic conditions encountered.
• the final geometry of the product can be obtained manually, without tools and with assembled components, defining an indissociable whole.
• the panels are interchangeable.
• the panels are identical. - The panels are flat.
• the panels include a flat bottom panel. This bottom panel is devoid of recess or cavity, provided for example to receive the flexible inner container when the frame is folded.
• the connecting elements form a 360 degree pivot connection between each panel and at least one adjacent panel.
• the packaging includes six removable panels able to form the parallelepiped frame.
• the package comprises a lower frame adapted to be interposed between a lower panel of the package and a standard handling pallet, the frame having a lower face comprising projecting elements corresponding in size and position to skylights of the palette.
• the packaging occupies a minimum volume, with a footprint strictly smaller than the surface of a standard handling pallet.
• the connecting elements are positioned at each edge between two adjacent panels.
• the connecting elements are constituted by elements in the form of a helix each comprising a plurality of turns, said turns engaging two adjacent panels to achieve a pivot connection between said panels.
• the connecting elements comprise a helix positioned at each edge between two adjacent panels.
• the connecting elements are constituted by rings engaging two adjacent panels to achieve a pivot connection between said panels.
• the flexible inner container comprises attachment means to the frame formed by the panels.
• the flexible inner container is waterproof.
• the flexible inner container comprises at least two layers, including an outer layer and at least one sealed inner layer.
• the flexible inner container comprises only two layers, namely an outer layer and a sealed inner layer.
• the outer layer is not waterproof, for example made of fabric.
• the outer layer is waterproof.
• the flexible inner container comprises a non-waterproof outer layer and at least three sealed inner layers.
• the flexible inner container comprises at least one opening for filling or emptying.
• the flexible inner container comprises an opening in the upper part for filling and an opening in the lower part for emptying.
• An opening of the flexible inner container is integral with the mounting of a panel defined by its position with respect to the interior volume.
• the opening in the lower part is secured to a side panel.
• the flexible inner container is free of rigid reinforcements.
• the assembly system comprises locking means adapted to lock the frame in the unfolded position.
• the locking means comprise a part with two L-shaped branches, the branches being provided with notches for fixing to the panels.
• the locking means comprise a single-branched part provided with fixing notches to the panels.
• the packaging or IBC according to the invention is highly versatile, suitable for all situations in the field of handling, storage and transport of liquid-type products, viscous or solid after change of state, powders or aggregates.
• the space saving for an identical volume to be conditioned is a factor of 10.
• a truck PL 100m 3 will carry 336 equivalent packaging of IBC of 1000 liters, instead of 52.
• the reduction of transport volumes for recycling and recovery is also possible; it is the same for spaces reserved for the storage of hollow bodies. It is important to note the decrease in the associated carbon impact.
• the flexible container comprising a sealed inner layer, it is possible to reuse a large part of the packaging for another filling, replacing only the inner layer that has been in contact with the product.
• Figure 1 is a perspective view of the package according to the invention, in an unfolded position for packaging products
• Figure 2 is an exploded view of the lower portion of the package
• Figure 3 is a perspective view of the package, during the passage in unfolded position
• Figure 4 is a partial sectional view of the lower part of the package
• Figure 5 shows two side panels, movable relative to each other;
• Figure 6 is a perspective view of the package in a folded position;
• Figure 7 is a perspective view of a flexible container provided to equip the package
• Figure 8 is a perspective view of the package in an unfolded position
• Figure 9 is a perspective view of an opening of the package for emptying products
• Figure 10 is a front view of the opening of Figure 9;
• Figure 11 is a sectional view along the line XI-XI in Figure 10;
• FIGS 12 and 13 show two embodiments of the locking elements
• Figure 14 is a perspective view of two panels connected by rings; and Fig. 15 is a perspective view showing packages of different sizes, arranged in different configurations.
• Figures 1 to 13 show a foldable modular packaging (1) according to a preferred embodiment of the invention, with its constituent elements.
• the package (1) comprises six panels (10), a flexible inner container (20), and an assembly system (30).
• the six panels (10) are removable between:
• each panel (10) is a grid made of wire.
• the position of the weft threads can be indifferent, crossed or alternating.
• the panels (10) can be assembled by welding, in contact with two son according to a gearing adapted to the forces, defined by the warp and weft thereof.
• the panels (10) are treated against corrosion, and have no roughness.
• the package (1) comprises six panels (10), which allows to form a closed cube on all sides in the unfolded position, thereby defining an envelope.
• the panels (10) are interchangeable. This greatly simplifies the assembly of the package (1). In practice, it is not necessary to first find the bottom panel, then the side panels, then the top panel, to achieve this assembly using the connecting elements (31).
• the flexible container (20) is adapted to be arranged in the interior volume (12) delimited by the panels (10), in the unfolded or folded position.
• the container (20) deployed has a volume consistent with the volume (12) defined by the structure of the frame (11) assembled and deployed.
• the container (20) When the package (1) is folded, the container (20) is retracted between the panels (10). This greatly facilitates the handling and transport of the package (1), as compared to a package in which the folded frame and the container are separated.
• the container (20) comprises at least two flexible layers, including an unsealed or impervious outer layer, and at least one sealed inner layer.
• the container (20) comprises an unsealed outer layer, for example a fabric web, and a sealed inner layer.
• the container (20) can be made of Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Polyester (PET), Polyamide (PA), Aramid, fiberglass-based polymer, etc.
• the container (20), in particular the fabric, may comprise additives providing protection against ultraviolet radiation.
• the canvas can be made of woven wire and / or colored material.
• the constituent material of the inner layer is chosen to be inherently compatible with the packaged products.
• the container (20) comprises fastening means (21) to the frame (1 1) formed by the panels (10). These attachment means (21) may be fabric ties, solidarisant the container (20) with the panels (10) by knotting, thereby allowing a complete reversible connection.
• the container (20) comprises manipulation means (22) by an operator.
• These handling means (22) may be fixed loops in the four upper corners of the container (20), More precisely, the loops are integral with the outer layer of the container (20).
• the container (20) comprises at least one opening (24, 25) for filling or emptying the products.
• the container (20) comprises an opening (24) in the upper part for filling, and an opening (25) in the lower part for emptying.
• the openings (24, 25) can be secured to the frame (11) via fasteners (35).
• the package (1) may comprise sleeve-type or shutter-type openings in order to adapt the package (1) to liquid or solid products.
• the size of the openings is adapted to the intended use.
• These sleeves, or shutters can be secured by devices like laces, scratch, zipper, buttoning, snaps, hooks, etc.
• the openings may be provided with sealed opening and closing members suitable for the packaged materials.
• the lower opening (25) may be closable by a tap or plug (26), as shown in Figures 9 to 11.
• the assembly system (30) comprises connecting elements (31) forming a pivot connection between each panel (10), and at least one adjacent panel (10).
• the connecting elements (31) form a 360 degree pivot connection between adjacent panels (10).
• the panels (10) can pivot on both sides, not just on one side. This greatly facilitates the handling of the panels (10) during assembly or disassembly of the package (1).
• each of the connecting elements (31) is in the form of a helix (31 1), comprising a plurality of turns.
• the turns engage two adjacent panels (10) to provide a pivot connection between said panels (10).
• a helix (311) is positioned at each edge between two adjacent panels (10).
• the propellers (311) are made of wire having a diameter and a number of variable turns, The propellers (311) ensure the fixed but reversible multipoint links between the six panels (10).
• the propellers (31 1) have dimensions adapted to this effect.
• the ends of the propellers (31 1) may be provided with an abutment shape to limit their stroke along the edges between the panels (10).
• the propeller (311) has the advantage of forming a fixed but removable connection without the use of tools.
• the assembly system (30) may include stiffeners (32) to secure the container (20) to the frame (1 1) and distribute the forces within the package (1).
• the container (20) may have gussets (27) constituting locations for positioning the stiffeners (32).
• the assembly system (30) may comprise reinforcements (33) between the panels (10) of the frame (1 1).
• the reinforcements (33) are in the form of bars arranged diagonally in the four upper corners of the frame (1 1), at the loops (22). Each reinforcement (33) is integral with two adjacent side panels (10).
• the reinforcements (33) can be arranged in the four upper corners and the lower four corners.
• the assembly system (30) also comprises locking means (34) able to lock the frame (1 1) in the unfolded position.
• these locking means (34) may comprise a part with two perpendicular, L-shaped branches. This part has notches to cooperate with the son of the panels (10). This piece is positioned at an angle of the frame (1 1) and can bind three adjacent panels (10).
• these locking means (34) may comprise a part formed of a single branch having notches. This piece is positioned at an angle or edge of the frame (1 1), and allows to link two panels (10) adjacent.
• the package (1) comprises a lower frame (40) adapted to be interposed between a lower panel (10) of the package (1) and a standard handling pallet (50).
• the frame (40) has a lower face (41) comprising projecting elements (42) corresponding in size and position to skylights (51) of the pallet (50).
• the frame (40) is positioned on the pallet (50);
• the folded flexible container (20) is arranged on the lower panel (10);
• the other five panels (10) are fixed to the lower panel (10) and to one another by virtue of the connecting elements (31);
• the filling orifice (24) is positioned facing the upper panel (10) of the frame (11).
• the package (1) In its folded position, the package (1) can be easily stored and transported.
• the container (20) is retracted between the panels (10), so that the folded package (1) can be handled and transported as one piece.
• the inscribed volume of the panels (10) of the frame (1 1), at the end of the expansion, is for example a polyhedron or a rectangular parallelepiped.
• the flexible container (20) comprising at least two layers is also unfolded in synchronization with the panels (10). Fixing the flexible container (20) to the panels (10) is performed by the number of knotted links (21) required for the total expansion of the container (20) during unfolding.
• the packaging (1) is modular, in the sense that the panels (10), the container (20) and the frame (40) are in the form of separate modules, assembled through the assembly system (30).
• FIG. 14 shows an alternative connecting elements (31) forming a pivot connection between two panels (10).
• the elements (31) are in the form of rings (312) distributed along the hinge between the panels (10), defined by the common director between the panels (10).
• the rings (312) form clips initially open, and reclosable in turn by plastic deformation along the panels (10). Once closed, the rings (312) form loops providing the pivot connection between the panels (10).
• FIG. 15 shows a plurality of packages (1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E) of different dimensions:
• the package (1A) is a rectangular parallelepiped defining a volume of 60 liters;
• the package (1 B) is a cube defining a volume of 120 liters;
• the package (1 C) is a rectangular parallelepiped defining a volume of 225 liters;
• the package (1 D) is a cube defining a volume of 500 liters;
• the package (1 E) is a cube defining a volume of 1000 liters.
• the packages (1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E) can be positioned in different ways on the same standard pallet (50), for example a pallet CP3 of width 1140 mm and length 1140 mm, occupying a surface area strictly smaller than that of the pallet (50).
• the package (1 E) of cubic shape corresponds to the package (1) of Figures 1 to 13, intended to be arranged alone on a pallet (50) standard.
• the packaging (1) can be in different sizes, similar or slightly different constructions, according to a range suitable for all types of applications.
• the invention provides a first level of modularity for the construction of each package (1), and a second level of modularity for the arrangement of different packages (1) on a storage and transport unit, standard or not, such as a pallet (50), a container, a trailer, etc.
• the flexible inner container (20) may comprise a plurality of sealed inner layers. According to this variant, after the transportation of a first product, an inner layer is removed, and the package can carry another product, without requiring cleaning or replacement of the flexible container (20).
• the flexible inner container (20) may be provided with an intermediate layer forming a lining between the outer and inner layers, to provide improved thermal insulation.
• the connecting elements (31) may comprise a ligation wire, arranged along the hinge between two panels (10).
• the panels (10) may be made of hollow section of different section, metal, or any other material.
• the panels (10) are identical. This simplifies their manufacture and their assembly.
• the panels (10) do not have holes for the openings (24, 25) of the container (20).
• the mesh of the panels (20) can be cut to fit the position of the openings (24, 25).
• all the panels (10) have holes in the center and on an edge, adapted to receive the openings (24, 25) of the container (20).
• the package (1) may be devoid of frame (40) for attachment to the pallet (50).
• the package can be adapted in terms of costs, features and performance.

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