EP4119479A1 - Mobile hose reel assembly - Google Patents
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- the present disclosure relates to a hose reel assembly. More particularly, the present disclosure pertains to a mobile hose reel assembly, which allows efficient and user-friendly operation.
- a hose reel assembly is used to provide a flow of fluid, such as water, in spaces, such as lawns, parks, and the like.
- the hose reel assembly is fixedly mounted on a wall, or a ground, or may also be moved to different locations on the ground using a trolley.
- the hose reel assembly may have a freestanding arrangement on the ground such that it is not fixedly mounted on the ground.
- the freestanding hose reel assembly is known to have a rotatable frame that may rotate along an axis perpendicular to the ground.
- '963 reference provides a hose reel with a ground support for supporting the hose reel from a base.
- the ground support is attached to a lower part of a frame by a ring-shaped plate and screws. With such an attachment the ground support is rotatably clamped between the lower part of the frame and the ring-shaped plate. This allows the frame of the hose reel to rotate in relation to the ground support.
- the '963 reference seems short of disclosing a hose reel assembly (or hose reel), which may be portable and movable to different locations for watering, storage or any other application.
- the hose reel assembly includes a frame rotatable along a central axis of the hose reel assembly.
- a reel is rotatably arranged within the frame such that the rotational axis of the reel is substantially parallel to the central axis.
- the hose reel assembly includes one or more ground supports rotatably coupled with the frame. The one or more ground supports allow mounting of the hose reel assembly on a level surface.
- the hose reel assembly further includes one or more wheels.
- the hose reel assembly is characterized in that the one or more wheels are coupled with the frame.
- the present disclosure provides a hose reel assembly that includes one or more wheels to ease the movement of the hose reel assembly from one location to the other.
- a trolley which in general is used for the movement of a conventional hose reel assembly.
- the one or more wheels are coupled with the rotatable frame of the hose reel assembly. Further, as the frame rotate, consequently, the one or more wheels also rotates with the frame. This ensures that the one or more wheels do not pose any obstruction in the movement of a hose when the frame rotates, and the hose unwinding is simultaneously taking place. Consequently, the one or more wheels may be of any size to facilitate easy and convenient movement of the hose reel assembly on any type of ground.
- the frame is rotatable by 360 degrees.
- the frame is thus rotatable into a position where the hose is directed towards a user when accessing the hose from the hose reel.
- the frame further includes a handle.
- the handle is rotatable with the frame and avoids any obstruction during working with the hose. Further, the handle makes it easier to hold and move the hose reel assembly from one location to the other.
- the handle is pivotable to a pivotable position with respect to the frame.
- the pivotable handle makes it easier to put down and pick up the hose reel assembly, such as from the ground.
- the pivotable handle may be turned up while the hose reel assembly is in the parked position, leading to convenient access for different individuals.
- the pivotable handle also makes the hose reel assembly more compact for packaging, storage, and travel.
- the handle includes a locking mechanism to lock the handle in the pivotable position.
- the locking mechanism provides a safe and trouble-free operation by disallowing any accidental movement of the pivotable handle.
- the one or more wheels are removably coupled with the frame.
- the one or more wheels may be removable to allow easy servicing, or even replacement, of the one or more wheels. Further, the removable feature of the one or more wheels makes the hose reel assembly more compact for packaging.
- the frame further includes a central water connection along the central axis.
- the central water connection may be provided anywhere on the hose reel assembly as per the application. In the position along the central axis, the central water connection allows to avoid any obstruction or hindrance with the handle, the one or more wheels and the one or more ground supports.
- the frame further includes one or more integrated or attachable irrigation sprinklers.
- This provision of retrofitting of the one or more irrigation sprinklers in the frame allows to use different types of sprinklers such as, but not limited to, circular sprinklers, oscillating sprinklers, contour sprinklers and the like.
- the frame further includes a plurality of water plugs.
- the plurality of water plugs may allow to connect different water products/accessories to the frame leading to a universal applicability of the hose reel assembly.
- the frame further includes a stand. Further, the stand allows parking of the hose reel assembly on the level surface substantially perpendicular to the central axis thereof.
- the stand may allow vertical storage or parking and also prevent accidental fall or movement of the hose reel assembly on the ground.
- FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrate a hose reel assembly 100.
- the hose reel assembly 100 of the present disclosure may find application in various technical fields such as those belonging to firefighting, gardening, surface cleaning and the like.
- the hose reel assembly 100 includes a frame 110.
- the frame 110 is rotatable along a central axis X-X' (shown in FIG. 1 ) of the hose reel assembly 100.
- the frame 110 may have a circular, a rectangular or any other shape without limiting the scope of the disclosure.
- the frame 110 may be made from metal, fiberglass, or plastic.
- the frame 110 includes a front part 112 and a back part 114.
- the front part 112 and the back part 114 may be temporarily or permanently attached to each other, such as by fasteners, screws, any suitable means as used or known in the art.
- the front part 112 of the frame 110 may be used to attach accessories such as, but not limited to, irrigation sprinklers 190 (shown in FIG. 5 ), water plugs 200 (shown in FIGS. 7 and 8 ) onto the hose reel assembly 100.
- the back part 114 of the frame 110 includes one or more ground supports 122 rotatably coupled with the frame 110.
- the one or more ground supports 122 allow mounting of the hose reel assembly 100 on a level surface 124, such as and alternatively referred to as a ground surface 124.
- the one or more ground supports 122 are coupled with the frame 110 via a turntable 120.
- the one or more ground supports 122 are coupled with the turntable 120 which is further coupled with the back part 114 of the frame 110.
- the coupling between the turntable 120 and the frame 110 is such that the frame 110 is rotatable (by 360 degrees in some embodiments) on the turntable 120.
- the frame 110 is thus rotatable into a position (or angle with respect to the turntable 120 ) where a hose 130 may be readily directed towards a user when accessing the hose 130 from a reel (not shown) of the hose reel assembly 100.
- the reel is rotatably arranged within the frame 110 such that the rotational axis of the reel is substantially parallel to the central axis X-X'.
- the one or more ground supports 122 may be geometrically or symmetrically arranged on the turntable 120, for desired support, orientation, balance, and rotation among other considerations.
- the geometry of the ground supports 122 may be triangular, quadrilateral, pentagonal, hexagonal or any other geometry to stabilize the frame 110 on the ground surface 124.
- the one or more ground supports 122 may be formed from a material selected from a polymer (rubber), plastic, metal, or any other material for desired stability, rigidity, and the like.
- the one or more ground supports 122 further include one or more clips 150 (shown in FIG. 2 ) attached to them.
- the one or more clips 150 may be used to hold and store another hose 140 (connected to any external water source) around the back part 114 of the frame 110 post usage or for any other purposes.
- the hose 140 is connected to a central water connection 180 along the central axis X-X'.
- the hose reel assembly 100 further includes one or more wheels 160 and a handle 170.
- the present disclosure illustrates a pair of wheels 160.
- the one or more wheels 160 and the handle 170 are both coupled with the rotatable frame 110 of the hose reel assembly 100.
- the frame 110 defines a top end 116 and a bottom end 118.
- the one or more wheels 160 are provided around the bottom end 118 of the frame 110 whereas the top end 116 of the frame 110 includes the handle 170.
- the central water connection 180 may be provided anywhere on the hose reel assembly 100 as per the application. In the position along the central axis X-X', the central water connection 180 may allow to avoid any obstruction or hindrance with the handle 170, the one or more wheels 160 and the one or more ground supports 122.
- the bottom end 118 of the frame 110 includes a couple of downwardly extending legs 162 separated by a distance "D".
- the distance "D" may be generally less than (or equal to in some embodiments) a width "W" of the frame 110.
- the legs 162 may be a separate component attached to the bottom end 118 of the frame 110 or may be integrally formed with the frame 110. In some embodiments, the legs 162 may be telescopic, or adjustable to change a height of the hose reel assembly 100.
- an axle 164 is rotatably coupled with the ends of the couple of legs 162.
- the one or more wheels 160 are rotatably coupled with the axle 164. The one or more wheels 160 ease support and movement of the hose reel assembly 100 on the ground surface 124 or improve portability between different locations/installations.
- the present disclosure provides the one or more wheels 160 which are coupled with the rotatable frame 110 of the hose reel assembly 100, so that the one or more wheels 160 rotate with the frame 110. This ensures that the one or more wheels 160 do not pose any obstruction in the movement of the hose 130 when the frame 110 rotates, and the hose unwinding may simultaneously take place.
- the one or more wheels 160 may be of any size, shape, type to facilitate easy and convenient movement of the hose reel assembly 100 on the ground surface 124 or for any other application requirements.
- the one or more wheels 160 may be caster wheels.
- the caster wheels may help to easily manipulate the hose reel assembly 100 on the ground surface 124.
- the one or more wheels 160 and the axle 164 assembly may be provided with dampers (not shown) to avoid shocks incurred due to movement on any uneven surfaces, among other considerations.
- the one or more wheels 160 may be powered by an electric motor (not shown), or any other powering means.
- the one or more wheels 160 may be removably coupled with the frame 110.
- the one or more wheels 160 may be removable to allow easy servicing, or even replacement, of the one or more wheels 160. Further, the removable feature of the one or more wheels 160 may make the hose reel assembly 100 more compact for packaging.
- FIGS. 3 and 4 illustrate the handle 170 around the top end 116 of the frame 110.
- the handle 170 is rotatable with the frame 110. This rotatable provision of the handle 170, as illustrated in FIG. 4 , allows ease of storage, and also may help avoid any obstruction during working with the hose 130.
- the handle 170 includes a grip portion 172. The grasping of the grip portion 172 of the handle 170 may provide better hold and safe working, movability of the hose reel assembly 100 between locations.
- the grip portion 172 may be defined as an inverted U-shaped portion of the handle 170.
- the material used for the grip portion 172 may preferably be, but need not necessarily, PVC or nitrile rubber, or any other plastic or polymer to suit application needs.
- the handle 170 is pivotable to a pivotable position with respect to the frame 110.
- the pivotable handle 170 may make it easier, safer to put down and pick up the hose reel assembly 100, such as from the ground surface 124.
- the pivotable handle 170 may be turned up while the hose reel assembly 100 is in a grounded position as illustrated in FIGS. 1 , 4 , leading to convenient access for different individuals.
- the pivotable handle 170 may also make the hose reel assembly 100 more compact for packaging, storage, and travel.
- the handle 170 may be a telescopic handle 170 to allow a change in length thereof, and to further improve the ergonomics while picking up the hose reel assembly 100.
- the handle 170 includes a locking mechanism 174 to lock the handle 170 in the pivotable position.
- the locking mechanism 174 provides a safe and trouble-free operation by disallowing any accidental movement of the pivotable handle 170.
- the locking mechanism 174 may be lever such as a ring-shaped lever to allow easy locking/unlocking of the handle 170.
- the frame 110 includes one or more integrated or attachable irrigation sprinklers 190 on the front part 112. This provision of retrofitting of the one or more irrigation sprinklers 190 with/in the frame 110 allows to use different types of sprinklers such as, but not limited to, circular sprinklers, oscillating sprinklers, contour sprinklers and the like.
- the front part 112 of the frame 110 includes an angle adjustable holder 210.
- the angle adjustable holder 210 may allow ease of storing of different watering accessories such as nozzles, which may be removably attached to the hose 130.
- the front part 112 of the frame 110 includes a plurality of water plugs 200.
- the plurality of water plugs 200 may allow to connect different water products/accessories to the frame 110 leading to a universal applicability of the hose reel assembly 100.
- FIG. 9 illustrates the hose reel assembly 100 in a parked position on the ground surface 124.
- the hose reel assembly 100 includes a stand 220 attached to the front part 112 of the frame 110, for storage in the parked position. In the parked position the hose reel assembly 100 is supported by the stand 220 as well as the wheels 160.
- the stand 220 allows parking of the hose reel assembly 100 on the level surface 124 substantially perpendicular, or at any angle, to the central axis X-X'.
- the stand 220 may allow vertical storage or parking and prevent accidental fall or movement of the hose reel assembly 100 on the ground.
- each of the wheels 160 and the stand 220 may be pivotable with respect to the frame 110. This may further free space around the frame 110, for easy movement (winding/unwinding) of the hose 130 around the frame 130. Further, the wheels 160 and the stand 220 may be provided with a locking mechanism (similar to the locking mechanism 174 ) to ensure safe, user-based pivoting of the wheels 160 and the stand 220.
- the present disclosure provides the hose reel assembly 100 having the frame 110, with the wheels 160 and the handle 170 provided with the frame 110.
- the frame 110 is rotatable with respect to the turntable 120, to allow ease of winding/unwinding of the hose 130 housed within the rotatable reel within the frame 110.
- the handle 170 is pivotable with respect to the frame 110 to avoid any obstruction with working of the hose 130. This provides a convenient, trouble-free, and safe working of the hose 130 of the hose reel assembly 100.
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A hose reel assembly (100) includes a frame (110) rotatable along a central axis (X-X') of the hose reel assembly (100). The hose reel assembly (100) includes a reel rotatably arranged within the frame (110) such that the rotational axis of the reel is substantially parallel to the central axis (X-X'). The hose reel assembly (100) includes one or more ground supports (122) rotatably coupled with the frame (110). The one or more ground supports (122) allow mounting of the hose reel assembly (100) on a level surface. The hose reel assembly (100) further includes one or more wheels (160). The hose reel assembly (100) is characterized in that the one or more wheels (160) are coupled with the frame (110).
Description
- The present disclosure relates to a hose reel assembly. More particularly, the present disclosure pertains to a mobile hose reel assembly, which allows efficient and user-friendly operation.
- A hose reel assembly is used to provide a flow of fluid, such as water, in spaces, such as lawns, parks, and the like. Generally, the hose reel assembly is fixedly mounted on a wall, or a ground, or may also be moved to different locations on the ground using a trolley. The hose reel assembly may have a freestanding arrangement on the ground such that it is not fixedly mounted on the ground. The freestanding hose reel assembly is known to have a rotatable frame that may rotate along an axis perpendicular to the ground.
- However, there are implementation challenges with conventional hose reel assembly due to inability to access the hose from different positions and angles with respect to the hose reel assembly. Further, such hose reel assembly are cumbersome and non-ergonomic due to limitations to the accessibility of the hose by the trolley or other ground engaging means.
- An example of a hose reel assembly is provided in
European patent 3,403,963 (hereinafter referred to as '963 reference). The '963 reference provides a hose reel with a ground support for supporting the hose reel from a base. The ground support is attached to a lower part of a frame by a ring-shaped plate and screws. With such an attachment the ground support is rotatably clamped between the lower part of the frame and the ring-shaped plate. This allows the frame of the hose reel to rotate in relation to the ground support. However, the '963 reference seems short of disclosing a hose reel assembly (or hose reel), which may be portable and movable to different locations for watering, storage or any other application. - Thus, there is a need of an improved hose reel assembly which allows easy, portable, and ergonomic operation.
- In view of the above, it is an objective of the present invention to solve or at least reduce the drawbacks discussed above. The objective is at least partially achieved by a hose reel assembly. The hose reel assembly includes a frame rotatable along a central axis of the hose reel assembly. A reel is rotatably arranged within the frame such that the rotational axis of the reel is substantially parallel to the central axis. The hose reel assembly includes one or more ground supports rotatably coupled with the frame. The one or more ground supports allow mounting of the hose reel assembly on a level surface. The hose reel assembly further includes one or more wheels. The hose reel assembly is characterized in that the one or more wheels are coupled with the frame.
- Thus, the present disclosure provides a hose reel assembly that includes one or more wheels to ease the movement of the hose reel assembly from one location to the other. This obviates a need for a trolley, which in general is used for the movement of a conventional hose reel assembly. Further, the one or more wheels are coupled with the rotatable frame of the hose reel assembly. Further, as the frame rotate, consequently, the one or more wheels also rotates with the frame. This ensures that the one or more wheels do not pose any obstruction in the movement of a hose when the frame rotates, and the hose unwinding is simultaneously taking place. Consequently, the one or more wheels may be of any size to facilitate easy and convenient movement of the hose reel assembly on any type of ground.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame is rotatable by 360 degrees. The frame is thus rotatable into a position where the hose is directed towards a user when accessing the hose from the hose reel.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame further includes a handle. The handle is rotatable with the frame and avoids any obstruction during working with the hose. Further, the handle makes it easier to hold and move the hose reel assembly from one location to the other.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the handle is pivotable to a pivotable position with respect to the frame. The pivotable handle makes it easier to put down and pick up the hose reel assembly, such as from the ground. The pivotable handle may be turned up while the hose reel assembly is in the parked position, leading to convenient access for different individuals. The pivotable handle also makes the hose reel assembly more compact for packaging, storage, and travel.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the handle includes a locking mechanism to lock the handle in the pivotable position. The locking mechanism provides a safe and trouble-free operation by disallowing any accidental movement of the pivotable handle.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the one or more wheels are removably coupled with the frame. The one or more wheels may be removable to allow easy servicing, or even replacement, of the one or more wheels. Further, the removable feature of the one or more wheels makes the hose reel assembly more compact for packaging.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame further includes a central water connection along the central axis. The central water connection may be provided anywhere on the hose reel assembly as per the application. In the position along the central axis, the central water connection allows to avoid any obstruction or hindrance with the handle, the one or more wheels and the one or more ground supports.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame further includes one or more integrated or attachable irrigation sprinklers. This provision of retrofitting of the one or more irrigation sprinklers in the frame allows to use different types of sprinklers such as, but not limited to, circular sprinklers, oscillating sprinklers, contour sprinklers and the like.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame further includes a plurality of water plugs. The plurality of water plugs may allow to connect different water products/accessories to the frame leading to a universal applicability of the hose reel assembly.
- According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame further includes a stand. Further, the stand allows parking of the hose reel assembly on the level surface substantially perpendicular to the central axis thereof. The stand may allow vertical storage or parking and also prevent accidental fall or movement of the hose reel assembly on the ground.
- Other features and aspects of this invention will be apparent from the following description and the accompanying drawings.
- The invention will be described in more detail with reference to the enclosed drawings, wherein:
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FIG. 1 shows a perspective side view of a hose reel assembly, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 2 shows a perspective view from back of the hose reel assembly, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 3 shows a perspective view from front of the hose reel assembly, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 4 shows a perspective view from side of the hose reel assembly, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 5 shows a perspective view from side of the hose reel assembly with an integrated or attached irrigation sprinkler, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 6 shows a perspective view from front of the hose reel assembly, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 7 shows a perspective side view of a hose reel assembly with multiple water plugs, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 8 shows another perspective side view of a hose reel assembly with multiple water plugs, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure; and -
FIG. 9 shows a perspective side view of a hose reel assembly in a parked position, in accordance with an aspect of the present disclosure. - The present invention will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which example embodiments of the invention incorporating one or more aspects of the present invention are shown. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. For example, one or more aspects of the present invention may be utilized in other embodiments and even other types of structures and/or methods. In the drawings, like numbers refer to like elements.
- Certain terminology is used herein for convenience only and is not to be taken as a limitation on the invention. For example, "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "side", "longitudinal", "lateral", "transverse", "upwards", "downwards", "forward", "backward", "sideward", "left," "right," "horizontal," "vertical," "upward", "inner", "outer", "inward", "outward", "top", "bottom", "higher", "above", "below", "central", "middle", "intermediate", "between", "end", "adjacent", "proximate", "near", "distal", "remote", "radial", "circumferential", or the like, merely describe the configuration shown in the Figures. Indeed, the components may be oriented in any direction and the terminology, therefore, should be understood as encompassing such variations unless specified otherwise.
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FIGS. 1 and2 illustrate ahose reel assembly 100. Thehose reel assembly 100 of the present disclosure may find application in various technical fields such as those belonging to firefighting, gardening, surface cleaning and the like. Thehose reel assembly 100 includes aframe 110. Theframe 110 is rotatable along a central axis X-X' (shown inFIG. 1 ) of thehose reel assembly 100. Theframe 110 may have a circular, a rectangular or any other shape without limiting the scope of the disclosure. Theframe 110 may be made from metal, fiberglass, or plastic. Theframe 110 includes afront part 112 and aback part 114. Thefront part 112 and theback part 114 may be temporarily or permanently attached to each other, such as by fasteners, screws, any suitable means as used or known in the art. Thefront part 112 of theframe 110 may be used to attach accessories such as, but not limited to, irrigation sprinklers 190 (shown inFIG. 5 ), water plugs 200 (shown inFIGS. 7 and8 ) onto thehose reel assembly 100. Theback part 114 of theframe 110 includes one or more ground supports 122 rotatably coupled with theframe 110. The one or more ground supports 122 allow mounting of thehose reel assembly 100 on alevel surface 124, such as and alternatively referred to as aground surface 124. - The one or more ground supports 122 are coupled with the
frame 110 via aturntable 120. The one or more ground supports 122 are coupled with theturntable 120 which is further coupled with theback part 114 of theframe 110. The coupling between theturntable 120 and theframe 110 is such that theframe 110 is rotatable (by 360 degrees in some embodiments) on theturntable 120. Theframe 110 is thus rotatable into a position (or angle with respect to the turntable 120) where ahose 130 may be readily directed towards a user when accessing thehose 130 from a reel (not shown) of thehose reel assembly 100. The reel is rotatably arranged within theframe 110 such that the rotational axis of the reel is substantially parallel to the central axis X-X'. The one or more ground supports 122 may be geometrically or symmetrically arranged on theturntable 120, for desired support, orientation, balance, and rotation among other considerations. The geometry of the ground supports 122 may be triangular, quadrilateral, pentagonal, hexagonal or any other geometry to stabilize theframe 110 on theground surface 124. The one or more ground supports 122 may be formed from a material selected from a polymer (rubber), plastic, metal, or any other material for desired stability, rigidity, and the like. - The one or more ground supports 122 further include one or more clips 150 (shown in
FIG. 2 ) attached to them. The one ormore clips 150 may be used to hold and store another hose 140 (connected to any external water source) around theback part 114 of theframe 110 post usage or for any other purposes. Thehose 140 is connected to acentral water connection 180 along the central axis X-X'. Thehose reel assembly 100 further includes one ormore wheels 160 and ahandle 170. The present disclosure illustrates a pair ofwheels 160. The one ormore wheels 160 and thehandle 170 are both coupled with therotatable frame 110 of thehose reel assembly 100. Theframe 110 defines atop end 116 and abottom end 118. The one ormore wheels 160 are provided around thebottom end 118 of theframe 110 whereas thetop end 116 of theframe 110 includes thehandle 170. - In some embodiments, the
central water connection 180 may be provided anywhere on thehose reel assembly 100 as per the application. In the position along the central axis X-X', thecentral water connection 180 may allow to avoid any obstruction or hindrance with thehandle 170, the one ormore wheels 160 and the one or more ground supports 122. - As illustrated in
FIG. 3 , thebottom end 118 of theframe 110 includes a couple of downwardly extendinglegs 162 separated by a distance "D". The distance "D" may be generally less than (or equal to in some embodiments) a width "W" of theframe 110. Thelegs 162 may be a separate component attached to thebottom end 118 of theframe 110 or may be integrally formed with theframe 110. In some embodiments, thelegs 162 may be telescopic, or adjustable to change a height of thehose reel assembly 100. Further, anaxle 164 is rotatably coupled with the ends of the couple oflegs 162. The one ormore wheels 160 are rotatably coupled with theaxle 164. The one ormore wheels 160 ease support and movement of thehose reel assembly 100 on theground surface 124 or improve portability between different locations/installations. - The present disclosure provides the one or
more wheels 160 which are coupled with therotatable frame 110 of thehose reel assembly 100, so that the one ormore wheels 160 rotate with theframe 110. This ensures that the one ormore wheels 160 do not pose any obstruction in the movement of thehose 130 when theframe 110 rotates, and the hose unwinding may simultaneously take place. In some embodiments, the one ormore wheels 160 may be of any size, shape, type to facilitate easy and convenient movement of thehose reel assembly 100 on theground surface 124 or for any other application requirements. - In some embodiments, the one or
more wheels 160 may be caster wheels. The caster wheels may help to easily manipulate thehose reel assembly 100 on theground surface 124. In some embodiments, the one ormore wheels 160 and theaxle 164 assembly may be provided with dampers (not shown) to avoid shocks incurred due to movement on any uneven surfaces, among other considerations. In some embodiments, the one ormore wheels 160 may be powered by an electric motor (not shown), or any other powering means. - In some embodiments, the one or
more wheels 160 may be removably coupled with theframe 110. The one ormore wheels 160 may be removable to allow easy servicing, or even replacement, of the one ormore wheels 160. Further, the removable feature of the one ormore wheels 160 may make thehose reel assembly 100 more compact for packaging. -
FIGS. 3 and4 illustrate thehandle 170 around thetop end 116 of theframe 110. As illustrated with reference to both the present figures, thehandle 170 is rotatable with theframe 110. This rotatable provision of thehandle 170, as illustrated inFIG. 4 , allows ease of storage, and also may help avoid any obstruction during working with thehose 130. Further, thehandle 170 includes agrip portion 172. The grasping of thegrip portion 172 of thehandle 170 may provide better hold and safe working, movability of thehose reel assembly 100 between locations. In some embodiments, thegrip portion 172 may be defined as an inverted U-shaped portion of thehandle 170. The material used for thegrip portion 172 may preferably be, but need not necessarily, PVC or nitrile rubber, or any other plastic or polymer to suit application needs. - As illustrated in
FIG. 4 , thehandle 170 is pivotable to a pivotable position with respect to theframe 110. The pivotable handle 170 may make it easier, safer to put down and pick up thehose reel assembly 100, such as from theground surface 124. The pivotable handle 170 may be turned up while thehose reel assembly 100 is in a grounded position as illustrated inFIGS. 1 ,4 , leading to convenient access for different individuals. The pivotable handle 170 may also make thehose reel assembly 100 more compact for packaging, storage, and travel. - In some embodiments, the
handle 170 may be atelescopic handle 170 to allow a change in length thereof, and to further improve the ergonomics while picking up thehose reel assembly 100. In some embodiments, thehandle 170 includes alocking mechanism 174 to lock thehandle 170 in the pivotable position. Thelocking mechanism 174 provides a safe and trouble-free operation by disallowing any accidental movement of thepivotable handle 170. Thelocking mechanism 174 may be lever such as a ring-shaped lever to allow easy locking/unlocking of thehandle 170. - In some embodiments, as illustrated in
FIG. 5 , theframe 110 includes one or more integrated orattachable irrigation sprinklers 190 on thefront part 112. This provision of retrofitting of the one ormore irrigation sprinklers 190 with/in theframe 110 allows to use different types of sprinklers such as, but not limited to, circular sprinklers, oscillating sprinklers, contour sprinklers and the like. - In some embodiments, as illustrated in
FIG. 6 , thefront part 112 of theframe 110 includes an angleadjustable holder 210. The angleadjustable holder 210 may allow ease of storing of different watering accessories such as nozzles, which may be removably attached to thehose 130. - In some embodiments, as illustrated in
FIGS. 7 and8 , thefront part 112 of theframe 110 includes a plurality of water plugs 200. The plurality of water plugs 200 may allow to connect different water products/accessories to theframe 110 leading to a universal applicability of thehose reel assembly 100. -
FIG. 9 illustrates thehose reel assembly 100 in a parked position on theground surface 124. Thehose reel assembly 100 includes astand 220 attached to thefront part 112 of theframe 110, for storage in the parked position. In the parked position thehose reel assembly 100 is supported by thestand 220 as well as thewheels 160. Thestand 220 allows parking of thehose reel assembly 100 on thelevel surface 124 substantially perpendicular, or at any angle, to the central axis X-X'. Thestand 220 may allow vertical storage or parking and prevent accidental fall or movement of thehose reel assembly 100 on the ground. - In some embodiments, each of the
wheels 160 and thestand 220 may be pivotable with respect to theframe 110. This may further free space around theframe 110, for easy movement (winding/unwinding) of thehose 130 around theframe 130. Further, thewheels 160 and thestand 220 may be provided with a locking mechanism (similar to the locking mechanism 174) to ensure safe, user-based pivoting of thewheels 160 and thestand 220. - The present disclosure provides the
hose reel assembly 100 having theframe 110, with thewheels 160 and thehandle 170 provided with theframe 110. Theframe 110 is rotatable with respect to theturntable 120, to allow ease of winding/unwinding of thehose 130 housed within the rotatable reel within theframe 110. Further, thehandle 170 is pivotable with respect to theframe 110 to avoid any obstruction with working of thehose 130. This provides a convenient, trouble-free, and safe working of thehose 130 of thehose reel assembly 100. - In the drawings and specification, there have been disclosed preferred embodiments and examples of the invention and, although specific terms are employed, they are used in a generic and descriptive sense only and not for the purpose of limitation of the scope of the invention being set forth in the following claims.
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- 100
- Hose Reel Assembly
- 110
- Frame
- 112
- Front Part
- 114
- Back Part
- 116
- Top End
- 118
- Bottom End
- 120
- Turntable
- 122
- Ground Supports
- 124
- Level surface/Ground surface
- 130
- Hose
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- Hose
- 150
- Clip
- 160
- Wheels
- 162
- Legs
- 164
- Axle
- 170
- Handle
- 172
- Grip Portion
- 174
- Locking Mechanism
- 180
- Central Water Connection
- 190
- Irrigation Sprinklers
- 200
- Water Plugs
- 210
- Angle Adjustable Holder
- 220
- Stand
- D
- Distance
- W
- Width
- X-X'
- Central Axis
Claims (10)
- A hose reel assembly (100) comprising:a frame (110) rotatable along a central axis (X-X') of the hose reel assembly (100);a reel rotatably arranged within the frame (110), wherein the rotational axis of the reel is substantially parallel to the central axis (X-X');one or more ground supports (122) rotatably coupled with the frame (110), wherein the one or more ground supports (122) allow mounting of the hose reel assembly (100) on a level surface (124); andone or more wheels (160);characterized in that:
the one or more wheels (160) are coupled with the frame (110). - The hose reel assembly (100) of claim 1, wherein the frame (110) is rotatable by 360 degrees.
- The hose reel assembly (100) of any of the preceding claims, wherein the frame (110) further includes a handle (170).
- The hose reel assembly (100) of the claim 3, wherein the handle (170) is pivotable to a pivotable position with respect to the frame (110).
- The hose reel assembly (100) of the claim 4, wherein the handle (170) includes a locking mechanism (174) to lock the handle (170) in the pivotable position.
- The hose reel assembly (100) of any of the preceding claims, wherein the one or more wheels (160) are removably coupled with the frame (110).
- The hose reel assembly (100) of any of the preceding claims, wherein the frame (110) further includes a central water connection (180) along the central axis (X-X').
- The hose reel assembly (100) of any of the preceding claims, wherein the frame (110) further includes one or more integrated or attachable irrigation sprinklers (190).
- The hose reel assembly (100) of any of the preceding claims, wherein the frame (110) further includes a plurality of water plugs (200).
- The hose reel assembly (100) of any of the preceding claims, wherein the frame (110) further includes a stand (220), wherein the stand (220) allows parking of the hose reel assembly (100) on the level surface (124) substantially perpendicular to the central axis (X-X') thereof.
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