ES1301213U - STAIRS FOR CEMETERIES. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Stairs for cemeteries, characterized by the fact that it is made from a straight triangular prismatic metal structure, based on rectangular double-walled anodized aluminum tubes welded together, with diagonal reinforcements (2), and in which its crossbars inclined (3) a plurality of steps (4) are welded, with the particularity that in correspondence with the four vertices of the base of the structure of the ladder, four wheels (7) are established for its displacement, where Two of said wheels are movable along a strangled guide (8), finishing off the ladder on an upper platform (5), and being assisted by a safety railing (6), as well as a braking mechanism (10) and adjustment of the inclination of the ladder. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Cemetery ladder

TECHNIQUE SECTOR

The present invention refers to a ladder that has been specially designed for use in cemeteries, in order to facilitate access to niches located at a higher height, all in a totally safe, simple and comfortable way.

The ladder is specially designed for older people who need to remain at a certain height for a long period of time, offering a ladder that can be easily moved to the point where it is necessary, all with an extremely safe structure.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

In the scope of practical application of the invention, when accessing certain niches, whether to change flowers, cleaning or maintenance tasks, some of said niches are at an excessive height that requires the use of stairs to reach them. these.

Although countless models of stairs are known, the first problem that arises is that these elements are not always available, as they are independent devices that can be taken to other places for other tasks.

On the other hand, the existing stairs are not always as stable as would be desirable, especially if they are handled by inexperienced people.

But not only are there safety problems in terms of the stability of the device itself when it is implanted at the exact point where it is required, but there are also safety problems due to falls, since safety railings are not usually available.

EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

The recommended staircase satisfactorily resolves the problem previously exposed in each and every one of the aspects discussed, based on a simple but effective solution, constituting an element that is linked to the cemetery itself through a guide system that it ensures its availability, stability and offers greater ease and accessibility to the highest niches, all with complete safety.

For this, the device of the invention is embodied in a ladder obtained in aluminum, in which a straight triangular prismatic structure is defined, based on aluminum profiles, in which, in correspondence with the vertices of its lower base, there are respective wheels that facilitate the movement of the ladder to the point that is required, with the special feature that two of said wheels, in correspondence with one of the sides of the ladder, play in a strangled guide that prevents them from coming out.

This makes it possible to ensure maximum stability of the ladder at all times, as it is prevented from tipping over by said guided displacement mechanism, offering easy handling for the user, due to the influx of elderly people who attend cemeteries from all over the world.

More specifically, the ladder is made of anodized aluminum double-walled rectangular tube that gives it maximum strength.

As for the steps, these will be flared in both directions for a good grip of the person when accessing the top.

In the highest area of the stairs, an "anti-slip" relief will be included and in the opposite direction for liquid drainage such as water or other spills.

The ladder thus described will support more than 150kg at the tip.

The structure of the ladder presents a framework between the rear part with diagonal tubes and perpendicular to the ground, which allows the ladder to be fully approached to the areas of the family's niches where the preparation of cleaning or placing flowers for the family member is carried out.

As for the width of the ascent, it will present a width of the order of 60 centimeters, including a wide platform above, as well as 1 m high guardrails that provide the necessary security to access the highest part.

The device will be complemented with a braking mechanism that prevents the ladder from accidentally moving once it is located at the exact point required.

In short, it is the elderly who use this type of device the most due to the existing problem of reaching the highest niches in most cemeteries, for which a ladder made of aluminum has been designed for its robustness and light weight in its manufacture when moving with very little effort due to its transversal movement from one end of the block of niches to the other along a galvanized steel rail placed without civil works.

The joints of the ladder will be made by welding, avoiding the appearance of gaps, allowing the ladder to maintain the stability of the first day and ensuring access to the highest rows in a safe manner for the user.

It only remains to point out, finally, that the guide holds the ladder firmly and prevents possible falls due to the wind, due to the instability of the type of terrain or due to its misuse by third parties due to acts of vandalism.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To complement the description that is going to be made below and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, according to a preferred example of its practical embodiment, a set of drawings is attached as an integral part of said description. where, with an illustrative and non-limiting nature, the following has been represented:

Figure 1.- Shows a profile view of a staircase for cemeteries made in accordance with the object of the present invention.

Figure 2.- Shows a front elevation view of the device of the previous figure.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

In view of the outlined figures, it can be seen how the staircase of the invention is made from a straight triangular prismatic metal structure, based on rectangular double-walled anodized aluminum tubes welded together, with diagonal reinforcements (2), and in which a plurality of steps (4) (from 4 to 14 steps) are welded to its inclined beams (3), with a distance between steps of 25 cm, the steps presenting a depth of 17 cm, and a width of rise of 60 cm.

The structural profiles of the stairs will have a section of 80x30mm, finishing off the stairs on a platform (5) of 54x60 centimeters, being assisted by a safety railing (6) 1 meter high.

Well, in accordance with one of the essential characteristics of the invention, it has been provided that in correspondence with the four vertices of the base of the ladder structure, four respective wheels (7) are established to facilitate the manual movement of the ladder. parallel to the wall of niches next to which the ladder is going to be movable, counting for this with a strangled guide (8) of galvanized steel that is preferably installed on the ground (9), parallel to the matrix of niches, and within which two of the wheels (7) of the ladder are movable longitudinally, where the choked configuration of said guide prevents the exit of said wheels and consequently the overturning of the ladder even in the event of vandalism.

This guide will be installed using screws and expansion plugs, not requiring civil works.

As for the steps, these will be flared in both directions for a good grip of the person when accessing the top.

The device will be complemented with a braking mechanism (10) such as a prisoner that can be operated by means of a crank, or a similar braking mechanism that prevents the ladder from moving laterally once it is located at the exact point required. This element also allows the ladder to be slightly tilted to approach the niches, without the risk of tipping over, since the ladder will always be linked to the guide on which it can be moved.

As previously stated, in the highest area of the stairs, in correspondence with the platform (5), an "anti-slip" relief will be included and in the opposite direction for liquid drainage such as water or other spills.

Claims (5)

1a.- Stairs for cemeteries, characterized by the fact that it is made from a straight triangular prismatic metallic structure, based on rectangular double-walled anodized aluminum tubes welded together, with diagonal reinforcements (2), and in which at its inclined beams (3) are welded a plurality of steps (4), with the particularity that in correspondence with the four vertices of the base of the structure of the ladder are established four respective wheels (7) for movement of the same, in where two of said wheels are movable along a strangled guide (8), finishing off the ladder on a higher platform (5), and being assisted by a safety railing (6), as well as a braking mechanism (10) and regulation of the inclination of the ladder. 2nd.- Ladder for cemeteries, according to claim 1st, characterized in that the steps (4) are flared in both directions. 3.- Stairs for cemeteries, according to claim 1, characterized in that the platform includes anti-slip and drainage reliefs. 4.- Ladder for cemeteries, according to claim 1, characterized in that it has a distance between steps of the order of 25 cm, with a depth of the steps of the order of 17 cm, and an access width of the order of 60 cm, presenting the platform (5) dimensions of 54x60 centimeters, 5. Stairs for cemeteries, according to claim 1, characterized in that the structural profiles of the stairs have a section of 80x30mm.