EP3812297A1 - Arrangement of packaging boxes - Google Patents
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- B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
- B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
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- the invention relates to an arrangement of packaging boxes comprising a plurality of stacked, open-topped packaging boxes which have a circumferential edge on their open side and which are each filled with a plurality of cylindrical bodies, in particular open plastic tube bodies, which have an open end over the protrude circumferential edge of the packaging box and form a support surface for a packaging box arranged above.
- cylindrical bodies made of plastic usually takes place in an extruder.
- the extruder produces a tubular endless body which is divided into individual tube sections by cutting to length, which are separated, if necessary subjected to further processing steps, and sized for transport in packaging boxes.
- Such cylindrical bodies occur, for example, in the manufacture of plastic tubes.
- the tube sections here form the plastic tube bodies, which are provided with a tube head at one of their two open ends. The other end remains open to enable filling with the respective product, e.g. cosmetic product. After filling, the open end is compressed to form a flat end section and welded.
- the length of the cylindrical body in particular the empty plastic tube body, can vary according to customer requirements.
- the individual packaging boxes usually contain cylindrical bodies that are of the same length so that the height of the packaging volume is optimally used.
- An adaptation of the packaging boxes to the respective length of the cylindrical bodies contained therein would require packaging boxes of different heights to be kept in stock, which is logistically complex.
- a single version of the packaging box with a standard height is used even if the body length of the cylindrical body varies.
- the standard height is based on the lowest expected length of the cylindrical body. However, this leads to the fact that the bodies, which exceed the lowest expected length, protrude with their open end over the upper edge of the packaging box.
- the cylindrical bodies arranged in a lower packaging box with their open ends protruding beyond the box opening form a support surface for a packaging box arranged above in the stack, so that these bodies are loaded with the weight of the packaging boxes arranged further up in the stack.
- This can in particular lead to a deformation of the in the Cylindrical bodies arranged in packaging boxes lead if the plastic bodies are particularly thin-walled and therefore have a low inherent stability.
- a corner area of an upper packaging box in particular causes increased stress on the cylindrical bodies arranged below this corner area.
- the invention therefore aims to reduce the risk of deformation of the cylindrical bodies in the packaging box with a minimum consumption of packaging material.
- the invention provides an arrangement of packaging boxes, comprising a plurality of stacked, open-topped packaging boxes which have a circumferential edge on their open side and which are each filled with a plurality of cylindrical bodies, in particular open plastic tube bodies, which protrude with an open end over the circumferential edge of the packaging box and form a support surface for a packaging box arranged above, wherein an intermediate layer is arranged between the supporting surface and the packaging box arranged above, the intermediate layer comprises a flat element which has a plurality of recesses with circular Has edge, and wherein the recesses of the spacer engage the open ends of the cylindrical bodies.
- the cylindrical bodies are stabilized in the engaging area, so that the loads from the packaging boxes above do not lead to a deformation of the cylindrical bodies.
- the circular edge of the depressions essentially has a diameter corresponding to the inner diameter of the cylindrical body. This ensures that the circular edge of the depressions in each case rests on the inside against the circular open end of the cylindrical body and reliably secures the open end against inward displacement.
- the recess with its circular edge stabilizes the circular cross-sectional shape of the cylindrical container.
- the depressions are preferably designed to be concave, in particular hemispherical. This makes it easier to introduce the depressions into the cylindrical body.
- the cylindrical bodies in the packaging box are preferably arranged in a plurality of rows, the cylindrical bodies of one row being offset from the cylindrical bodies of an adjacent row.
- the depressions of the intermediate layer are arranged such that each depression engages in the open end of one of the cylindrical bodies.
- a recess does not have to be assigned to each cylindrical body, but the recesses can be arranged in such a way that, for example, they only engage in every second cylindrical body. However, it is preferably provided that a recess is assigned to each cylindrical body.
- the depressions are arranged in the same row pattern as the cylindrical bodies.
- the plurality of depressions is arranged in a plurality of rows, the depressions in one row being offset from the depressions in an adjacent row.
- the intermediate layer is formed by a flat element, it can be arranged in a space-saving manner between two packaging boxes stacked on top of one another.
- the flat element here preferably covers the entire opening of the packaging box and takes on the function of a lid, so that a separate lid can be dispensed with.
- the intermediate layer acts as a load-distributing element, so that forces acting locally on the packaging box from above are distributed over a larger area and accordingly cannot lead to deformations of individual cylindrical bodies.
- the flat element and the depressions are preferably formed in one piece with one another.
- the flat element consists of a plastic, in particular a thermoplastic such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET), as a film.
- a thermoplastic such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
- PET polyethylene terephthalate
- a thermoplastic allows a simple and Inexpensive production of the intermediate layer, the depressions preferably being formed by a deep-drawing process.
- the flat element preferably has a thickness of 0.1-1 mm.
- the intermediate layer can be transparent or translucent so that the correct engagement of the depressions in the open ends of the cylindrical body can be better monitored.
- the flat element has an erected, in particular bent-up edge region, which preferably extends around the entire circumference of the flat element.
- a set up edge area forms a stacking aid.
- the raised edge area of the flat element forms a lateral stop for the bottom of the packaging box arranged above it.
- packaging boxes can be used in the context of the invention.
- cardboard packaging boxes can be used.
- cuboid packaging boxes are preferred.
- the invention can also be used with other forms of packaging boxes.
- the intermediate layer is then not rectangular, but adapted to the respective plan shape of the packaging box.
- a further layer can preferably be arranged between the support surface of the cylindrical body and the packaging box arranged above it.
- the further layer can be arranged between the support surface of the cylindrical body and the intermediate layer arranged above it.
- the further layer consists, for example, of a flexible film, in particular a polyethylene film, in particular of HD-PE, which adapts to the shape of the depressions.
- the further layer has the function of closing off the open ends of the cylindrical body and thus protecting against the ingress of contaminants.
- the cylindrical bodies in the packaging box can be contained in a flexible sack made of, for example, a polyethylene film.
- the open end of the sack is in this case folded over or closed after the intermediate layer has been placed above the intermediate layer, so that this also provides protection against the ingress of contaminants.
- FIG. 1 a perspective exploded view of stacked packaging boxes with an intermediate layer
- Fig. 2 a cross section in the region of the recess of the intermediate layer of Fig. 1
- Fig. 3 a perspective bottom view of the intermediate layer of FIG Fig. 1 .
- Fig. 1 shows a plurality of stacked cuboid packaging boxes 1, 2 and 3.
- the packaging boxes are open at the top and each point an upper circumferential edge 4.
- the packaging boxes are each filled with a multiplicity of cylindrical bodies 5, in particular open plastic tube bodies, which protrude with one open end over the circumferential edge 4 of the packaging boxes 1, 2 and 3.
- the cylindrical bodies 5 all have the same length, so that the open ends of the cylindrical bodies 5 form a flat support surface for the packaging box arranged above.
- Fig. 1 it can be seen that between the packaging box 2 and the packaging box 3 arranged above it, an intermediate layer 6 is arranged, which has a plurality of depressions 7.
- the recesses 7 are arranged in a plurality of parallel rows, the cylindrical bodies 5 of one row being offset from the cylindrical bodies 5 of an adjacent row.
- the recesses 7 are designed in such a way that they engage in the upper open end of the respectively assigned cylindrical body 5.
- the recess 7 is hemispherical and has a circular edge 8 which rests against the inside of the open end 9 of the cylindrical body 5, so that a radial stabilization takes place.
- the intermediate layer 6 has a bent-up edge region 10 on each of its edges, which forms a lateral stop for the bottom of the packaging box 3 arranged above it, as in FIG Fig. 3 is recognizable. This will ensure that the Packaging boxes are held in their aligned position relative to one another.
- Fig. 3 the intermediate layer is shown separately, the hemispherical design of the depressions 7 can be seen better.
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Anordnung von Verpackungsschachteln umfassend eine Mehrzahl von aufeinandergestapelten, oben offenen Verpackungsschachteln (1,2,3), die an ihrer offenen Seite einen umlaufenden Rand (4) aufweisen und die jeweils mit einer Vielzahl von zylindrischen Körpern (5), insbesondere offenen Kunststofftubenkörpern, befüllt sind, die mit einem offenen Ende (9) über den umlaufenden Rand (4) der Verpackungsschachtel (1,2,3) vorstehen und eine Auflagefläche für eine darüber angeordnete Verpackungsschachtel (1,2,3) ausbilden, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass eine Zwischenlage (6) zwischen der Auflagefläche und der darüber angeordneten Verpackungsschachtel (2,3) angeordnet ist, wobei die Zwischenlage ein flächiges Element umfasst, welches eine Vielzahl von Vertiefungen (7) mit kreisförmigem Rand (8) aufweist, und wobei die Vertiefungen (7) der Zwischenlage (6) in die offenen Enden (9) der zylindrischen Körper (5) eingreifen.Arrangement of packaging boxes comprising a plurality of stacked, open-topped packaging boxes (1,2,3) which have a circumferential edge (4) on their open side and which are each filled with a plurality of cylindrical bodies (5), in particular open plastic tube bodies which protrude with an open end (9) over the circumferential edge (4) of the packaging box (1,2,3) and form a support surface for a packaging box (1,2,3) arranged above it, characterized in that an intermediate layer (6) is arranged between the support surface and the packaging box (2, 3) arranged above it, the intermediate layer comprising a flat element which has a plurality of depressions (7) with a circular edge (8), and wherein the depressions (7) of the intermediate layer (6) engage in the open ends (9) of the cylindrical body (5).
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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Anordnung von Verpackungsschachteln umfassend eine Mehrzahl von aufeinandergestapelten, oben offenen Verpackungsschachteln, die an ihrer offenen Seite einen umlaufenden Rand aufweisen und die jeweils mit einer Vielzahl von zylindrischen Körpern, insbesondere offenen Kunststofftubenkörpern, befüllt sind, die mit einem offenen Ende über den umlaufenden Rand der Verpackungsschachtel vorstehen und eine Auflagefläche für eine darüber angeordnete Verpackungsschachtel ausbilden.The invention relates to an arrangement of packaging boxes comprising a plurality of stacked, open-topped packaging boxes which have a circumferential edge on their open side and which are each filled with a plurality of cylindrical bodies, in particular open plastic tube bodies, which have an open end over the protrude circumferential edge of the packaging box and form a support surface for a packaging box arranged above.
Die Herstellung von zylindrischen Körpern aus Kunststoff erfolgt meist in einem Extruder. Der Extruder erzeugt einen schlauchförmigen Endloskörper, der durch Ablängen in einzelne Schlauchabschnitte geteilt wird, die vereinzelt werden, ggf. weiteren Bearbeitungsschritten unterworfen und für den Transport in Verpackungsschachteln geschlichtet werden. Derartige zylindrische Körper fallen beispielsweise bei der Herstellung von Kunststofftuben an. Die Schlauchabschnitte bilden hierbei die Kunststofftubenkörpern aus, die an einem ihrer beiden offenen Enden mit einem Tubenkopf versehen werden. Das andere Ende bleibt offen, um ein Befüllen mit dem jeweiligen Produkt, wie z.B. Kosmetikprodukt, zu ermöglichen. Nach dem Befüllen wird das offene Ende zu einem flachen Endabschnitt zusammengedrückt und verschweißt.The production of cylindrical bodies made of plastic usually takes place in an extruder. The extruder produces a tubular endless body which is divided into individual tube sections by cutting to length, which are separated, if necessary subjected to further processing steps, and sized for transport in packaging boxes. Such cylindrical bodies occur, for example, in the manufacture of plastic tubes. The tube sections here form the plastic tube bodies, which are provided with a tube head at one of their two open ends. The other end remains open to enable filling with the respective product, e.g. cosmetic product. After filling, the open end is compressed to form a flat end section and welded.
Da die Produktion der Kunststofftubenkörper und die Befüllung in der Regel von verschiedenen Unternehmen erfolgt, müssen große Mengen leerer Kunststofftubenkörper vom Tubenhersteller zum befüllenden Unternehmen transportiert werden. Hierzu werden die leeren Kunststofftubenkörper mit dem offenen Ende nach oben nebeneinander in eine Verpackungsschachtel gestellt. Eine Mehrzahl derartiger befüllter Verpackungsschachteln wird aufeinandergestapelt und auf Transportpalletten transportiert.Since the production of the plastic tube bodies and the filling are usually carried out by different companies, large quantities of empty plastic tube bodies have to be transported from the tube manufacturer to the filling company. To do this, the empty Plastic tube body placed side by side in a packaging box with the open end facing up. A plurality of such filled packaging boxes are stacked on top of one another and transported on transport pallets.
Die Länge der zylindrischen Körper, insbesondere der leeren Kunststofftubenkörper, kann je nach Kundenwunsch variieren. Die einzelnen Verpackungsschachteln enthalten dabei in der Regel zylindrische Körper, die gleich lang sind, damit die Höhe des Verpackungsvolumens optimal ausgenutzt wird. Eine Anpassung der Verpackungsschachteln an die jeweilige Länge der darin enthaltenen zylindrischen Körper würde es erfordern, dass unterschiedlich hohe Verpackungsschachteln vorrätig gehalten werden, was logistisch aufwändig ist. Stattdessen wird daher auch bei variierender Körperlänge der zylindrischen Körper eine einzige Ausführung der Verpackungsschachtel mit einer Standardhöhe verwendet. Um überdies das zu transportierende Volumen zu minimieren, orientiert sich die Standardhöhe an der niedrigsten zu erwartenden Länge der zylindrischen Körper. Dies führt jedoch dazu, dass die Körper, welche die niedrigste zu erwartende Länge übersteigen, mit ihrem offenen Ende über den oberen Rand der Verpackungsschachtel vorstehen.The length of the cylindrical body, in particular the empty plastic tube body, can vary according to customer requirements. The individual packaging boxes usually contain cylindrical bodies that are of the same length so that the height of the packaging volume is optimally used. An adaptation of the packaging boxes to the respective length of the cylindrical bodies contained therein would require packaging boxes of different heights to be kept in stock, which is logistically complex. Instead, a single version of the packaging box with a standard height is used even if the body length of the cylindrical body varies. In addition, in order to minimize the volume to be transported, the standard height is based on the lowest expected length of the cylindrical body. However, this leads to the fact that the bodies, which exceed the lowest expected length, protrude with their open end over the upper edge of the packaging box.
Hierbei bilden die in einer unteren Verpackungsschachtel angeordneten zylindrischen Körper mit ihren über die Schachtelöffnung vorstehenden offenen Enden eine Auflagefläche für eine im Stapel darüber angeordnete Verpackungsschachtel aus, sodass diese Körper mit dem Gewicht der weiter oben im Stapel angeordneten Verpackungsschachteln belastet werden. Dies kann insbesondere dann zu einer Verformung der in den Verpackungsschachteln angeordneten zylindrischen Körper führen, wenn es sich um besonders dünnwandige und daher eine geringe Eigenstabilität aufweisende Kunststoffkörper handelt. Ein besonders hohes Risiko einer Verformung der zylindrischen Körper und damit verbunden eine Beschädigung derselben besteht, wenn die einzelnen übereinander gestapelten Verpackungsschachteln nicht genau übereinander ausgerichtet sind, sondern einen seitlichen Versatz zueinander aufweisen. Dabei verursacht besonders ein Eckbereich einer oberen Verpackungsschachtel eine erhöhte Belastung der unterhalb dieses Eckbereichs angeordneten zylindrischen Körper.Here, the cylindrical bodies arranged in a lower packaging box with their open ends protruding beyond the box opening form a support surface for a packaging box arranged above in the stack, so that these bodies are loaded with the weight of the packaging boxes arranged further up in the stack. This can in particular lead to a deformation of the in the Cylindrical bodies arranged in packaging boxes lead if the plastic bodies are particularly thin-walled and therefore have a low inherent stability. There is a particularly high risk of deformation of the cylindrical bodies and associated damage to them if the individual packaging boxes stacked on top of one another are not precisely aligned one on top of the other, but rather have a lateral offset to one another. In this case, a corner area of an upper packaging box in particular causes increased stress on the cylindrical bodies arranged below this corner area.
Die Erfindung zielt daher darauf ab, die Gefahr der Verformung der zylindrischen Körper in der Verpackungsschachtel bei minimalem Verpackungsmaterialverbrauch zu reduzieren.The invention therefore aims to reduce the risk of deformation of the cylindrical bodies in the packaging box with a minimum consumption of packaging material.
Zur Lösung dieser Aufgabe stellt die Erfindung eine Anordnung von Verpackungsschachteln bereit, umfassend eine Mehrzahl von aufeinandergestapelten, oben offenen Verpackungsschachteln, die an ihrer offenen Seite einen umlaufenden Rand aufweisen und die jeweils mit einer Vielzahl von zylindrischen Körpern, insbesondere offenen Kunststofftubenkörpern, befüllt sind, die mit einem offenen Ende über den umlaufenden Rand der Verpackungsschachtel vorstehen und eine Auflagefläche für eine darüber angeordnete Verpackungsschachtel ausbilden, wobei eine Zwischenlage zwischen der Auflagefläche und der darüber angeordneten Verpackungsschachtel angeordnet ist, wobei die Zwischenlage ein flächiges Element umfasst, welches eine Vielzahl von Vertiefungen mit kreisförmigem Rand aufweist, und wobei die Vertiefungen der Zwischenlage in die offenen Enden der zylindrischen Körper eingreifen.To solve this problem, the invention provides an arrangement of packaging boxes, comprising a plurality of stacked, open-topped packaging boxes which have a circumferential edge on their open side and which are each filled with a plurality of cylindrical bodies, in particular open plastic tube bodies, which protrude with an open end over the circumferential edge of the packaging box and form a support surface for a packaging box arranged above, wherein an intermediate layer is arranged between the supporting surface and the packaging box arranged above, the intermediate layer comprises a flat element which has a plurality of recesses with circular Has edge, and wherein the recesses of the spacer engage the open ends of the cylindrical bodies.
Dadurch, dass die Vertiefungen der Zwischenlage in die offenen Enden der zylindrischen Körper eingreifen, werden die zylindrischen Körper im eingreifenden Bereich stabilisiert, sodass die von darüber liegenden Verpackungsschachteln herrührenden Belastungen nicht zu einer Verformung der zylindrischen Körper führen. Bevorzugt ist hierbei vorgesehen, dass der kreisförmige Rand der Vertiefungen im Wesentlichen einen dem Innendurchmesser der zylindrischen Körper entsprechenden Durchmesser aufweist. Dies gewährleistet, dass der kreisförmige Rand der Vertiefungen jeweils innen am kreisförmigen offenen Ende des zylindrischen Körpers anliegt und das offene Ende verlässlich gegen eine Einwärtsverlagerung sichert. Insbesondere stabilisiert die Vertiefung mit ihrem kreisförmigen Rand die kreisförmige Querschnittsform der zylindrischen Behälter.Because the depressions of the intermediate layer engage in the open ends of the cylindrical bodies, the cylindrical bodies are stabilized in the engaging area, so that the loads from the packaging boxes above do not lead to a deformation of the cylindrical bodies. It is preferably provided here that the circular edge of the depressions essentially has a diameter corresponding to the inner diameter of the cylindrical body. This ensures that the circular edge of the depressions in each case rests on the inside against the circular open end of the cylindrical body and reliably secures the open end against inward displacement. In particular, the recess with its circular edge stabilizes the circular cross-sectional shape of the cylindrical container.
Bevorzugt sind die Vertiefungen konkav, insbesondere halbkugelförmig ausgebildet. Dies erleichtert das Einführen der Vertiefungen in die zylindrischen Körper.The depressions are preferably designed to be concave, in particular hemispherical. This makes it easier to introduce the depressions into the cylindrical body.
In an sich bekannter Weise werden die zylindrischen Körper in der Verpackungsschachtel vorzugsweise in einer Mehrzahl von Reihen angeordnet, wobei die zylindrischen Körper einer Reihe zu den zylindrischen Körper einer benachbarten Reihe versetzt angeordnet sind. In diesem Fall ist bezüglich der Zwischenlage vorgesehen, dass die Vertiefungen der Zwischenlage so angeordnet sind, dass jede Vertiefung in das offene Ende eines der zylindrischen Körper eingreift.In a manner known per se, the cylindrical bodies in the packaging box are preferably arranged in a plurality of rows, the cylindrical bodies of one row being offset from the cylindrical bodies of an adjacent row. In this case it is provided with respect to the intermediate layer that the depressions of the intermediate layer are arranged such that each depression engages in the open end of one of the cylindrical bodies.
Dabei muss nicht jedem zylindrischen Körper eine Vertiefung zugeordnet sein, sondern die Vertiefungen können derart angeordnet sein, dass diese beispielsweise nur in jeden zweiten zylindrischen Körper eingreifen. Bevorzugt ist jedoch vorgesehen, dass jedem zylindrischen Körper eine Vertiefung zugeordnet ist. Die Vertiefungen sind zu diesem Zweck in demselben Reihenmuster angeordnet wie die zylindrischen Körper. Insbesondere ist die Vielzahl von Vertiefungen in einer Mehrzahl von Reihen angeordnet, wobei die Vertiefungen einer Reihe zu den Vertiefungen einer benachbarten Reihe versetzt angeordnet sind.A recess does not have to be assigned to each cylindrical body, but the recesses can be arranged in such a way that, for example, they only engage in every second cylindrical body. However, it is preferably provided that a recess is assigned to each cylindrical body. For this purpose, the depressions are arranged in the same row pattern as the cylindrical bodies. In particular, the plurality of depressions is arranged in a plurality of rows, the depressions in one row being offset from the depressions in an adjacent row.
Dadurch, dass die Zwischenlage von einem flächigen Element gebildet wird, kann dieses platzsparend zwischen zwei übereinander gestapelten Verpackungsschachteln angeordnet werden. Das flächige Element deckt hierbei bevorzugt die gesamte Öffnung der Verpackungsschachtel ab und übernimmt die Funktion eines Deckels, sodass auf einen gesonderten Deckel verzichtet werden kann. Gleichzeitig wirkt die Zwischenlage als lastverteilendes Element, sodass lokal auf die Verpackungsschachtel von oben einwirkende Kräfte auf einen größeren Bereich verteilt werden und dementsprechend nicht zu Verformungen einzelner zylindrischer Körper führen können.Because the intermediate layer is formed by a flat element, it can be arranged in a space-saving manner between two packaging boxes stacked on top of one another. The flat element here preferably covers the entire opening of the packaging box and takes on the function of a lid, so that a separate lid can be dispensed with. At the same time, the intermediate layer acts as a load-distributing element, so that forces acting locally on the packaging box from above are distributed over a larger area and accordingly cannot lead to deformations of individual cylindrical bodies.
Das flächige Element und die Vertiefungen sind vorzugsweise miteinander einstückig ausgebildet.The flat element and the depressions are preferably formed in one piece with one another.
Bevorzugt ist hierbei vorgesehen, dass das flächige Element als Folie aus einem Kunststoff, insbesondere einem thermoplastischen Kunststoff, wie z.B. Polyethylenterephthalat (PET), besteht. Ein thermoplastischer Kunststoff erlaubt eine einfache und kostengünstige Herstellung der Zwischenlage, wobei die Vertiefungen vorzugsweise durch ein Tiefziehverfahren ausgebildet werden.It is preferably provided here that the flat element consists of a plastic, in particular a thermoplastic such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET), as a film. A thermoplastic allows a simple and Inexpensive production of the intermediate layer, the depressions preferably being formed by a deep-drawing process.
Das flächige Element weist bevorzugt eine Dicke von 0,1-1mm auf.The flat element preferably has a thickness of 0.1-1 mm.
Die Zwischenlage kann transparent oder durchscheinend ausgebildet sein, damit das korrekte Eingreifen der Vertiefungen in die offenen Enden der zylindrischen Körper besser überwacht werden kann.The intermediate layer can be transparent or translucent so that the correct engagement of the depressions in the open ends of the cylindrical body can be better monitored.
Gemäß einer bevorzugten Ausbildung der Erfindung weist das flächige Element einen aufgestellten, insbesondere aufgebogenen Randbereich auf, der sich vorzugsweise um den gesamten Umfang des flächigen Elements erstreckt. Ein solcher aufgestellter Randbereich bildet eine Stapelhilfe aus. Insbesondere ist hierbei vorgesehen, dass der aufgestellte Randbereich des flächigen Elements einen seitlichen Anschlag für den Boden der darüber angeordneten Verpackungsschachtel ausbildet.According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the flat element has an erected, in particular bent-up edge region, which preferably extends around the entire circumference of the flat element. Such a set up edge area forms a stacking aid. In particular, it is provided here that the raised edge area of the flat element forms a lateral stop for the bottom of the packaging box arranged above it.
Im Rahmen der Erfindung können herkömmliche Verpackungsschachteln eingesetzt werden. Insbesondere können Verpackungsschachteln aus Karton verwendet werden. Wie an sich üblich, sind quaderförmige Verpackungsschachteln bevorzugt. Die Erfindung kann aber auch mit anderen Formen von Verpackungsschachteln verwendet werden. Die Zwischenlage ist dann nicht rechteckig, sondern an die jeweilige Grundrissform der Verpackungsschachtel angepasst.Conventional packaging boxes can be used in the context of the invention. In particular, cardboard packaging boxes can be used. As is customary per se, cuboid packaging boxes are preferred. However, the invention can also be used with other forms of packaging boxes. The intermediate layer is then not rectangular, but adapted to the respective plan shape of the packaging box.
Bevorzugt kann zusätzlich zur Zwischenlage eine weitere Lage zwischen der Auflagefläche der zylindrischen Körper und der darüber angeordneten Verpackungsschachtel angeordnet sein. Die weitere Lage kann hierbei zwischen der Auflagefläche der zylindrischen Körper und der darüber angeordneten Zwischenlage angeordnet sein. Die weitere Lage besteht beispielsweise aus einer flexiblen Folie, insbesondere einer Polyethylenfolie, insbesondere aus HD-PE, welche sich an die Form der Vertiefungen anpasst. Die weitere Lage hat hierbei die Funktion, die offenen Enden der zylindrischen Körper abzuschließen und so gegen das Eindringen von Verunreinigungen zu schützen.In addition to the intermediate layer, a further layer can preferably be arranged between the support surface of the cylindrical body and the packaging box arranged above it. The further layer can be arranged between the support surface of the cylindrical body and the intermediate layer arranged above it. The further layer consists, for example, of a flexible film, in particular a polyethylene film, in particular of HD-PE, which adapts to the shape of the depressions. The further layer has the function of closing off the open ends of the cylindrical body and thus protecting against the ingress of contaminants.
Alternativ können die zylindrischen Körper in der Verpackungsschachtel in einem flexiblen Sack aufgenommen sein, die z.B. aus einer Polyethylenfolie besteht. Das offene Ende des Sacks wird hierbei nach Auflegen der Zwischenlage oberhalb der Zwischenlage umgelegt bzw. verschlossen, sodass hierdurch ebenfalls ein Schutz gegen das Eindringen von Verunreinigungen erreicht wird.Alternatively, the cylindrical bodies in the packaging box can be contained in a flexible sack made of, for example, a polyethylene film. The open end of the sack is in this case folded over or closed after the intermediate layer has been placed above the intermediate layer, so that this also provides protection against the ingress of contaminants.
Die Erfindung wird nachfolgend anhand eines in der Zeichnung schematisch dargestellten Ausführungsbeispiels näher erläutert. In dieser zeigen
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