ES1297447U - ARCH FOR THE DISINFECTION OF OBJECTS (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) comprising a frame (2) with a plurality of sprinklers (3) of disinfectant liquid (31), characterized in that the sprinklers (3) are distributed around the entire contour of the frame (2). (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

ARCH FOR THE DISINFECTION OF OBJECTS

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The purpose of this patent application is an arch for disinfection of objects, according to claim 1, incorporating notable innovations and advantages.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Currently there are a series of devices intended for the disinfection of environments frequented by people, such as means of transport and places of transit. Said devices usually comprise a tank for a disinfectant liquid, a hose or extension, and a sprinkler element. Devices for the disinfection of vehicles and people are also known, which include a place of passage, in the form of a door, through which both the vehicles and people are sprayed with a disinfectant liquid, so that, after its passage, the risk of being contaminated by some biological pathogen is significantly reduced.

However, in view of the above, there is a need to present a device particularly focused on the disinfection of objects at the entrance and exit of buildings and venues, specifically those that can be carried by people, since said objects can They can also carry pathogenic elements on their surface, and this eventuality is frequently forgotten when carrying out the disinfection work. In this way, said task is carried out in a more complete and exhaustive way.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The present invention consists of an arch for the disinfection of objects, by means of a device specifically oriented to the cleaning of pathogenic elements on all the surfaces of the contour of said objects.

Specifically, the arch for disinfecting objects of the present invention comprises a frame with a plurality of disinfectant liquid sprinklers, wherein the sprinklers are distributed around the entire contour of the frame. In this way, by applying disinfectant liquid to all the surfaces of the object, those on the top, bottom, and on the sides, the disinfection task is complete, leaving no space without disinfection.

Mention that said arch for the disinfection of objects can be installed in urban areas, inside or at the entrance of buildings, as well as outdoors. The objects to be disinfected can be as varied as a briefcase at the entrance or exit of a workplace, a ball at the entrance or exit of a sports center or the packaging box of a product purchased in a shopping center.

It is therefore applicable outside buildings, and also indoors, such as its arrangement at the entrance of restaurant goods, being particularly useful in the hospitality and tourism sector. It would also be at home, as its installation is applicable to accesses to neighboring communities.

On the other hand, it should be noted that the frame includes at least one anchor configured to be fixed to the ground and/or to a fixed structure in the physical environment of the arch, contributing to its stability and the robustness of the assembly.

More specifically, the frame of the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises at least two lateral columns, a lower base and an upper lintel, with the plurality of disinfectant liquid sprinklers distributed or distributed along said constituent structural elements. In this way, a uniform application of the disinfectant liquid is achieved, impregnating all the surfaces of the object, achieving greater cleaning efficiency.

According to another aspect of the invention, the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises an object holder support configured to support the object to be disinfected in the disinfection position, where said disinfection position is usually one centered between the plurality of sprinklers, and in its same vertical plane. In this way, the user does not need to hold the object while the sprinklers expel the disinfectant liquid, thus avoiding being sprayed or splashed. On the other hand, by keeping the object in a central position with respect to the plurality of sprinklers, the application of the disinfectant liquid is uniform and homogeneous throughout its surface.

Advantageously, the object-holder support comprises a grid surface, which allows the disinfectant liquid to pass through from below, suitably impregnating the lower surface of the object to be disinfected.

Preferably, the object holder is height adjustable, so that its position can be adapted according to the size of each object for better disinfection on all sides.

Optionally, the storage support is fixed in a movable way to the lateral columns of the frame, so that the structure of the arch itself allows height adjustment, in a reliable way, and without losing centrality with respect to the sprinklers distributed or distributed to along said frame.

It is worth mentioning that, alternatively, the object holder rests on the ground by means of at least one extensible support, being height adjustable thanks to said extensible property of said support. Preferably, the object-holder support comprises four extensible supports, one at each vertex of the object-holder support, the latter presenting a substantially quadrangular or rectangular shape.

According to another variant of the invention, the object holder is a conveyor belt for the object from an initial position to a final position, where the initial position is the one in which the user deposits his object, and the final position is the one the user picks up. the object after cleaning and/or disinfection, being both, initial position and final position within a collection perimeter, close to the arch. The belt optionally makes a stop in the disinfection position so that the object is exposed for a while to the action of the sprinklers, before continuing its journey towards the final position.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the two side columns, the lower base and the upper lintel comprise at least one disinfectant liquid sprinkler. In this way, the distribution of the sprinklers, and of the disinfectant liquid expelled by them, is carried out in a uniform and homogeneous way, reaching all the surfaces of the object to be disinfected, both the upper and lower ones. Said lower surface is more difficult to access, Said inconvenience being solved in the present invention with the inclusion of at least one sprinkler in the lower base. The disinfectant liquid sprinklers are substantially oriented towards the inside of the frame, and towards the disinfection position.

Advantageously, at least one sprinkler is mounted on the frame in a flexible and rotating manner, so that it is possible to vary the orientation of the exit of the disinfectant liquid, depending on the nature and shape of the object to be disinfected, presenting greater adaptability. to its contour.

In another preferred embodiment of the invention, the arch for the disinfection of objects includes electronic means of payment without contact, so that the user can make the payment for the work of disinfection of their objects without having to touch or press anywhere, which could carry a risk of infection and contagion through a pathogen.

In another alternative embodiment of the invention, the arch for disinfection of objects comprises means for transporting the object from an initial position to the disinfection position on the object holder and/or from the disinfection position on the object holder to a final position. . As mentioned, the initial position is understood to be where the user deposits the object, and the final position is where the user picks up the object, usually both on the ground. Said means of transportation prevent the user from having to place the object, approaching the arch, thus minimizing the need for physical proximity to the device, and the risk of infection, due to contact that other people may have had with it. .

Preferably, the conveying means are an articulated mechanical arm, wherein the arch includes actuation means for the articulated mechanical arm, said actuation means being automatic by means of electronic components.

According to another aspect of the invention, the arch comprises an artificial vision camera for locating and transporting the object from the initial position to the final position, so that the transport means can operate with greater precision.

It is worth mentioning that, optionally, the arch includes a disinfectant liquid dryer, so that the user picks up the object without being slippery due to the liquid remaining on its surface. Said dryer is preferably located in the transport means, specifically at the tip of the articulated mechanical arm, in said embodiment.

On the other hand, the arch includes means for collecting the disinfectant liquid under the object holder support, so that the soil is avoided in the collection perimeter, close to the arch. By collection means is meant a container configured to house the excess disinfectant liquid, by dripping, within the spray perimeter.

Additionally, the arch for the disinfection of objects can comprise at least one disinfectant liquid tank, and means for pumping the disinfectant liquid towards the sprinklers located in the frame.

The attached drawings show, by way of non-limiting example, an arc for the disinfection of objects, constituted according to the invention. Other characteristics and advantages of said arch for disinfection of objects, object of the present invention, will become evident from the description of a preferred, but not exclusive, embodiment, which is illustrated by way of non-limiting example in the accompanying drawings. , in which:

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Figure 1.- Frontal view of the arch for the disinfection of objects, with an object on the object holder, the latter resting on the frame, according to the present invention;

Figure 2.- Side view of the arch for the disinfection of objects, with an object in the initial position, and the means of transport, specifically an articulated mechanical arm, in a deployed position with respect to the lateral column, according to the present invention ;

Figure 3.- Front view of the arch for disinfection of objects, with an object on the object holder, the latter being supported on extensible supports, according to the present invention;

Figure 4.- Front view of the arch for disinfection of objects, with an object on the object holder, the latter being supported on a belt, according to the present invention;

Figure 5.- Front view of the arc for disinfecting objects, with an object on the object holder, including collection means, a disinfectant liquid tank, and means for pumping the disinfectant liquid, according to the present invention;

DESCRIPTION OF A PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

In view of the aforementioned figures and, in accordance with the numbering adopted, a preferred embodiment of the invention can be seen in them, comprising the parts and elements indicated and described in detail below.

As can be seen in figure 1, one embodiment of the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises a frame (2) with a lateral column (21), a lower base (22) and an upper lintel (23), being fixed to the ground. (25) by means of an anchor (24). It also includes a sprayer (3) for disinfectant liquid (31), and an object holder (4) with a mesh surface (41). Additionally, it includes electronic means of payment (61).

As can be seen in the side view of Figure 2, an embodiment of the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises transport means (44), specifically a mechanical arm (44a), supported on the frame (2), which operates commanded by actuation means (44b). It also includes a camera (62) in said frame (2), and a dryer (63), preferably being located at the tip of the mechanical arm (44a). Said transport means (44) have the capacity to move the object (1) from an initial position (51), to the disinfection position (52), and finally to the final position (53).

As can be seen in figure 3, one embodiment of the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises an object holder (4), with a grid surface (41), and at least one extensible support (42) that allows its height adjustment. .

As can be seen in figure 4, one embodiment of the arch for disinfection of objects comprises an object holder support (4), with a mesh surface (41), supported by a belt (43), which can also carry out the passage from an initial position (51), to the disinfection position (52), and finally to the final position (53).

As can be seen in figure 5, an embodiment of the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises an object holder (4), with a grid surface (41), and means collection box (71), below the slide support (4). It can also include a tank (72) for disinfectant liquid (31), and pumping means (73) for its expulsion by the sprinklers (3).

More particularly, as can be seen in figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the arch for the disinfection of objects (1) comprising a frame (2) with a plurality of sprinklers (3) for disinfectant liquid (31 ), where the sprinklers (3) are distributed around the entire contour of the frame (2). Said frame (2) is preferably smaller than the height of a person's waist. Optionally, its shape is larger in width than in height, in a bell-like shape, with a view to its better adaptation to larger horizontal objects.

On the other hand, as can be seen in figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the frame (2) comprises at least two lateral columns (21), a lower base (22) and an upper lintel (23).

According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, as seen in figures 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, the arch for disinfection of objects (1) comprises an object holder (4) configured to support the object (1 ) to be disinfected, in the disinfection position (52).

Additionally, as can be seen in figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the object holder support (4) comprises a grid surface (41).

It should be noted that, as can be seen in figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the object holder (4) is height adjustable.

Optionally, as can be seen in figures 1 and 5, the object holder support (4) is movably attached to the lateral columns (21) of the frame (2).

Alternatively, as can be seen in Figure 3, the object holder support (4) rests on the ground (25) by means of at least one extensible support (42).

According to an embodiment of the invention, as can be seen in figure 4, the object holder (4) is a belt (43) for transporting the object (1) from an initial position (51) to a final position (53). .

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, as seen in figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the two side columns (21), the lower base (22) and the upper lintel (23) comprise at least one sprinkler. (3) of disinfectant liquid (31).

In another preferred embodiment of the invention, as seen in figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, at least one sprinkler (3) is mounted on the frame (2) in a flexible and rotating manner, optionally 360° adjustable.

According to another aspect of the invention, as can be seen in figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the arch for disinfecting objects (1) includes contactless electronic means of payment (61). Said electronic means of payment (61) can be an ATM card, or a Smartphone.

It is worth mentioning that, as can be seen in Figure 2, the arch for disinfection of objects (1) includes transport means (44) of the object (1) from an initial position (51) to the disinfection position (52). ) on the slide support (4) and/or from the disinfection position (52) on the slide support (4) to a final position (53).

On the other hand, as can be seen in Figure 2, it includes an artificial vision camera (62) for locating and transporting the object (1) from the initial position (51) to the final position (53).

In addition, as can be seen in Figure 2, it includes a dryer (63) for the disinfectant liquid (31).

Additionally, as can be seen in figure 5, it comprises means (71) for collecting the disinfectant liquid (31) under the object holder (4). Said disinfectant liquid (31) is optionally a soap and water solution.

The details, shapes, dimensions and other accessory elements, as well as the components used in the implementation of the arch for the disinfection of objects, may be conveniently replaced by others that are technically equivalent, and do not deviate from the essentiality of the invention. nor to the scope defined by the claims that follow the following list.

Numerical reference list:

1. Object

2 frame

21 side column

22 bottom base

23 upper lintel

24 anchor

25 soil

3 sprinkler

31 disinfectant liquid

4 storage holder

41 grid surface

42 extensible support

43 tape

44 means of transport

44a mechanical arm

44b means of actuation

51 starting position

52 disinfection position

53 end position

61 electronic means of payment

62 camera

63 dryer

71 means of collection

72 deposit

73 means of pumping

Claims (1)

1- Arc for the disinfection of objects (1) comprising a frame (2) with a plurality of sprinklers (3) of disinfectant liquid (31), characterized in that the sprinklers (3) are distributed around the entire contour of the frame ( 2). 2- Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the frame (2) comprises at least two lateral columns (21), a lower base (22) and an upper lintel (23). 3- Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that it comprises an object holder (4) configured to hold the object (1) to be disinfected, in the disinfection position (52). 4- Arc for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that the object holder (4) comprises a grid surface (41). 5- Arc for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that the object holder (4) is height adjustable. 6- Arc for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that the object holder (4) is attached in a movable manner to the lateral columns (21) of the frame (2). 7- Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that the object holder support (4) rests on the ground (25) by means of at least one extensible support (42). 8- Arc for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that the object holder (4) is a belt (43) for transporting the object (1) from an initial position (51) to a final position ( 53). 9- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to any of claims 2 to 8, characterized in that the two side columns (21), the lower base (22) and the upper lintel (23) comprise at least one sprinkler ( 3) of disinfectant liquid (31). 10- Arc for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 9, characterized in that at least one sprinkler (3) is mounted on the frame (2) in a flexible and rotating manner. 11- Arc for the disinfection of objects (1) according to any of the previous claims, characterized in that it comprises electronic means of payment (61) without contact. 12- Arc for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that it comprises transport means (44) of the object (1) from an initial position (51) to the disinfection position (52) in the object holder (4) and/or from the disinfection position (52) on the slide support (4) to a final position (53). 13- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises an artificial vision camera (62) for locating and transporting the object (1) from the initial position (51) to the final position (53). Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a dryer (63) for the disinfectant liquid (31). 15- Arc for disinfecting objects (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that it comprises means (71) for collecting the disinfectant liquid (31) under the object holder (4).