ES2433111A1

ES2433111A1 - Device for the collection of arboreal fruits (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

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Publication number: ES2433111A1
Application number: ES201200610A
Authority: ES
Inventors: José Del Toro Del Toro
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2012-06-04
Filing date: 2012-06-04
Publication date: 2013-12-09
Anticipated expiration: 2032-06-04
Also published as: ES2433111B1

Abstract

The invention concerns a device for the collection of tree fruits, to increase the yield with less risk of accidents, greater ergonomics and a higher percentage of intact fruits. It consists, according to figure 1, in a compact assembly formed by a central frame (1), which on its sides incorporates platforms (10), joined in an articulated manner. The central frame (1) may contain a hopper system (2) in which the fruits are deposited. Through an opening in the lower part (5) of the hopper (2), the fruit can fall to the boxes or containers, located in a lower structure (6). The hopper (2) will have two of its mobile walls (3 and 4) to facilitate the unloading of the fruits. The platforms (10) on its outer edge have a rail (13), through which the supports (14) for holding the portable ladder (15) are moved. The collection device rests on wheels, skids or legs (7, 8 and 12). Its dimensions and shape of the collection device will depend on the type of fruit tree. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

Dispositivo destinado a la recolección de frutos arbóreos. Device for the collection of tree fruits.

Objeto de la invención Object of the invention

El presente invento Se refiere a un dispositivo destinado a la recolección de frutos arbóreos persiguiendo una doble finalidad; de un lado, el aumento del rendimiento en la recolección. Y, de otro lado, mayor comodidad para el personal recolector, menor esfuerzo, y menor riesgo de accidentalidad. The present invention relates to a device for the collection of tree fruits for a dual purpose; on the one hand, the increase in collection yield. And, on the other hand, greater comfort for the collection staff, less effort, and less risk of accident.

Background of the invention

El coste de recolección de los frutos cosechado manualmente se ha convertido en uno de los gastos más importante del coste de producción de los cultivos frutales, hasta el punto que, en algunos casos puede hacer imposible su continuidad por falta de rentabilidad, con el consiguiente abandono de determinadas producciones. Un efecto inducido es el daño que sufren los frutos recogidos debido a las prisas y al deseo de mejorar el rendimiento de la recolección, añadido al daño que sufren los frutos en las formas de recogida tradicionales. Además, hay un nivel muy alto de accidentalidad laboral debido a los utensilios empleados como escaleras, pesadas o ligeras, muy inestable en terrenos irregulares; y lesiones crónicas debidas al peso, mucho tiempo soportado, de cestos y cajas de diferentes características. Si bien son numerosos los intentos de aumentar el rendimiento de recolección de frutos manualmente, en estos momentos se sigue utilizando el sistema manual en que cada operario va depositando los frutos, bien sea en algún tipo de cesto que lleva colgado en bandolera, o la echa directamente a cestos o cajas. Para los frutos de ramas más altas se dispone de escaleras de mano que bien son muy pesadas o muy inestables, con el consiguiente riesgo de caída y lentitud de movimientos. The cost of harvesting the fruits harvested manually has become one of the most important expenses of the cost of production of the fruit crops, to the point that, in some cases it can make its continuity impossible due to lack of profitability, with the consequent abandonment of certain productions. An induced effect is the damage suffered by the fruits collected due to haste and the desire to improve the yield of the harvest, added to the damage suffered by the fruits in the traditional collection forms. In addition, there is a very high level of occupational accident due to the utensils used as stairs, heavy or light, very unstable on uneven terrain; and chronic injuries due to the long-lasting weight of baskets and boxes of different characteristics. Although there are numerous attempts to increase the yield of fruit collection manually, at this time the manual system is still used in which each operator is depositing the fruits, either in some type of basket that has been hung on a shoulder strap, or throws it directly to baskets or boxes. For the fruits of higher branches there are ladders that are very heavy or very unstable, with the consequent risk of falling and slow movements.

Description of the investment

El presente invento se refiere a un dispositivo diseñado para la recogida de frutos arbóreos como la recolección de naranjas, manzanas y otros frutos, consistente en un dispositivo compacto formado por un bastidor central y dos plataformas laterales. Que el bastidor central (1) dotada de ruedas (7) y patines o patas delanteras (8) que, a lo largo de cada unos de sus laterales, esta unida de forma articulada (11) a unas plataformas (10), Puede contener un sistema de tolva (2) en el que se depositan los frutos. Por una abertura en la parte inferior (5) de la tolva, la fruta puede ir cayendo a las cajas o embases que depositadas sobre un sistema de rieles o rodillos inferior (6), por debajo de la tolva central y a una altura conveniente para no rozar el suelo. La tolva (2) tendrá un sistema de movimiento de dos de sus paredes (3y4) para facilitar la caída de los frutos a las cajas. Las plataformas (10) exteriores tanto derecha como la izquierda estarán dotadas de ruedas alineadas (12), cada una de las plataformas dispone, en su borde exterior de un riel (13) por el que se desliza unos soportes The present invention relates to a device designed for the collection of tree fruits such as the collection of oranges, apples and other fruits, consisting of a compact device formed by a central frame and two lateral platforms. That the central frame (1) equipped with wheels (7) and skates or front legs (8) that, along each of its sides, is joined in an articulated way (11) to some platforms (10), may contain a hopper system (2) in which the fruits are deposited. Through an opening in the lower part (5) of the hopper, the fruit can be falling into the boxes or baskets that are deposited on a system of rails or lower rollers (6), below the central hopper and at a convenient height to avoid touch the ground. The hopper (2) will have a movement system of two of its walls (3 and 4) to facilitate the fall of the fruits to the boxes. The outer platforms (10) both right and left will be equipped with aligned wheels (12), each of the platforms has, on its outer edge a rail (13) through which supports slide

(14) para la colocación de una escalera portátil (15) de modo que puede inclinarse hacia el exterior y apoyarse a su vez sobre un soporte (16) unido a la misma de forma también articulada. Para la recolección, el dispositivo de recolección se sitúa en el centro de la calle del árbol de modo que la escalera portátil queda adosada al ramaje. Uno o varios operarios van recolectando los frutos, bien sea posicionados en el suelo, o bien encima de las plataformas exteriores, los frutos de ramas más altas, subidos a la escalera portátil. La estructura del dispositivo puede ser de metal, madera u otros materiales lo suficientemente resistentes a la vez que ligeros, adecuados para cada tipo de cosecha. Sus dimensiones, así como el número de peldaños de la escalera portátil. El conjunto de plataformas descansará sobre unas patas, patines, soporte o sobre ruedas con frenos adecuados, para que puedan ser deslizados fácilmente sobre cualquier tipo de terreno, tirando de ellos o empujando, a la vez que den estpbilidad y seguridad a los operarios cuando estén encaramados en Ii;) escalera portátil. La altura de las plataformas y de la escalera portátil dependerán del tipo de frutal y principalmente, de la clase de I poda del mismo, puesto que las plataformas debe estar lo mas elevado del suelo posible, pudiendo pasar a su vez por debajo de las 'ramas mas bajas fácilmente. (14) for the placement of a portable ladder (15) so that it can lean outwards and in turn rest on a support (16) attached to it in an articulated manner. For the collection, the collection device is placed in the center of the tree street so that the portable ladder is attached to the branch. One or more operators are collecting the fruits, either positioned on the ground, or on top of the outer platforms, the fruits of higher branches, uploaded to the portable ladder. The structure of the device can be made of metal, wood or other materials that are sufficiently strong and light, suitable for each type of crop. Its dimensions, as well as the number of steps of the portable ladder. The set of platforms will rest on some legs, skates, support or on wheels with suitable brakes, so that they can be easily slid on any type of terrain, pulling them or pushing, while giving stability and safety to the operators when they are perched on II;) portable staircase. The height of the platforms and the portable ladder will depend on the type of fruit tree and mainly, on the kind of pruning of the same, since the platforms must be as high as possible, being able to pass in turn below the ' Lower branches easily.

II

El dispositivo de recolección tendera a ser lo mas ligero posible, para ser manejado con comodidad por los operarios. Dependiendo del tipo de frutos será utilizado por varios operarios y para facilitar el manejo, podrá llevar ruedas. También podrá tener ruedas especiales para poder ser arrastrado a mano o con maquina tanto para el manejo en la plantación como para su transporte. Incluso podrá ser autopropulsado con la' incorporación de rueda y cualquier tipo de motor. The collection device will tend to be as light as possible, to be handled comfortably by the operators. Depending on the type of fruit will be used by several operators and to facilitate handling, you can carry wheels. You can also have special wheels to be dragged by hand or with machine both for handling in the plantation and for transport. It can even be self-propelled with the 'incorporation of wheel and any type of engine.

Descripción de los dibujos Description of the drawings

Con el fin de ilustrar la descripción del dispositivo destinado a la recolección de frutos arbóreos, objeto de la presente invención, y sin que ello signifique ninguna limitación, acompañamos esta memoria de los siguientes dibujos: Figura 1, que representa una perspectiva, la Figura 2, que m:uestra un alzado frontal y la Figura 3, representando una vista superior de la planta de la invención; que muestra como la presente I invención consiste en un conjunto compacto formado por una estructura horizontal compuesta por una bastidor central (1) la cual contiene una tolva de carga (2), la cual dos de sus paredes son móviles (3)y(4), con un orificio central de descarga (5), Y un sistema inferior de llenado de cajas o embases (6), con ruedas trasera (7), y patines o patas delanteras (8), con un asa de transporte (9), y que sobre cada unos de sus laterales incorpora unas plataformas (10), unida de forma articulada con un sistema de pasadores o tornillos (11), dotadas con ruedas alineadas (12), que en su borde exterior dispone de un riel (13), por el cual se desplaza un soporte (14), sobre el cual se incorpora de forma articulada una escalera portátil (15),unida al mismo por pasadores In order to illustrate the description of the device intended for the collection of tree fruits, object of the present invention, and without this implying any limitation, we accompany this report with the following drawings: Figure 1, which represents a perspective, Figure 2 , which shows a front elevation and Figure 3, representing a top view of the plant of the invention; which shows how the present invention consists of a compact assembly formed by a horizontal structure composed of a central frame (1) which contains a loading hopper (2), which two of its walls are movable (3) and (4 ), with a central discharge hole (5), and a lower system for filling boxes or baskets (6), with rear wheels (7), and skates or front legs (8), with a carrying handle (9) , and that on each of its sides incorporates platforms (10), joined in an articulated way with a system of pins or screws (11), equipped with aligned wheels (12), which at its outer edge has a rail (13 ), by which a support (14) is moved, on which a portable ladder (15) is joined in an articulated way, connected to it by pins

o tornillos. Esta escalera portátil incorpora un sistema de apoyo central regulable para su inclinación (16). or screws This portable ladder incorporates an adjustable central support system for its inclination (16).

Modo de realización preferente Preferred embodiment

A la vista de los dibujos y de la descripción de la presente invención se comprende que el bastidor central (1) será de material ligero y resistente. Las plataformas (10) que a sus laterales incorpora, esta previsto que sea del mismo material, que sea desmontable, estarán unidas al bastidor central (1) de forma articulada por medio de pasadores o tornillos (11), que mantengan firmemente un conjunto compacto. La escalera portátil (15), su inclinación será graduable mediante su apoyo central telescópico (16). El bastidor central (1), dotada de una tolva (2) será de un material resistente y ligero, aluminio, plásticos, metal etc., las paredes móviles de la tolva (3) y (4) será del mismo material que la tolva. El sistema de movimiento de las paredes de la tolva (2) esta formado por un sistema de palancas de acción manual. La estructura inferior de llenado de cajas o embases (6) tendrá un sistema de rieles o rodillos para facilitar el paso de las cajas y un sistema de anclaje para el frenado de las mismas. Las ruedas trasera (7), será de un material resistente, su dimensiones variaran según el tipo de terreno tanto su altura como su anchura. Los patines o patas delantera (8), será del mismo material que el bastidor (1). El asa de transporte (9) será de tubo redondo y del mismo material. Las ruedas (12) será de un material resistente, sus dimensiones variaran según el tipo de terreno. El riel (13) será de un material resistente al roce. El soporte (14) estará formado por un conjunto de cuatro rodillos que se desplazan por el riel (13). Todos los enganches se realizaran por medio de pasadores, o tornillería. Aunque siendo un dispositivo compacto, no impide que sea total mente desmontable, con lo que se facilita enormemente tanto su transporte como su almacenamiento. Considerando todas estas explicaciones en un sentido amplio y nada limitativo para que no entrañe ninguna dificultad la fabricación del mismo. In view of the drawings and the description of the present invention it is understood that the central frame (1) will be made of light and resistant material. The platforms (10) that incorporates to its sides, it is planned to be of the same material, which is removable, will be attached to the central frame (1) in an articulated way by means of pins or screws (11), which firmly hold a compact assembly . The portable ladder (15), its inclination will be adjustable by means of its central telescopic support (16). The central frame (1), equipped with a hopper (2) will be of a light and resistant material, aluminum, plastics, metal etc., the mobile walls of the hopper (3) and (4) will be of the same material as the hopper . The system of movement of the walls of the hopper (2) is formed by a system of levers of manual action. The lower structure for filling boxes or baskets (6) will have a rail or roller system to facilitate the passage of the boxes and an anchoring system for braking them. The rear wheels (7), will be of a resistant material, its dimensions will vary according to the type of terrain both its height and its width. The skates or front legs (8) will be of the same material as the frame (1). The carrying handle (9) will be round tube and of the same material. The wheels (12) will be of a resistant material, their dimensions will vary according to the type of terrain. The rail (13) will be a friction resistant material. The support (14) will be formed by a set of four rollers that move along the rail (13). All hooks will be made by means of pins, or screws. Although being a compact device, it does not prevent it from being completely detachable, which greatly facilitates both its transport and storage. Considering all these explanations in a broad and not limiting sense so that it does not involve any difficulty in manufacturing it.

Claims

1.-DISTOSITIVE INTENDED FOR COLLECTION OF ARBORE FRUITS, essentially characterized by comprising a central frame (1) equipped with a hopper (2), and a lower box or base filling system (6), with rear wheels (7) and skates or front legs (8) that, along each of its sides, is articulated (ll) to platforms (10) equipped with aligned wheels (12), which each of the platforms have , on its outer edge of a rail (13) through which a portable ladder (15) slides so that it can lean outwards and in turn rest on a support (16) attached to it in an articulated manner. 2.-DEVICE FOR THE COLLECTION OF ARBORE FRUITS, according to previous claim, characterized in that the central frame (1) can contain a hopper system (2) in which oranges, apples or other fruits are deposited. Which you have two of its mobile walls (3y4), and an inferno system of filling of baskets or boxes (6). 3. DEVICE FOR THE COLLECTION OF ARBORE FRUITS, according to claim 1, characterized in that the platforms (10) at its outer edge incorporates a rail (13) through which a support (14) is moved on which a ladder is placed portable (15). 4.-DEVICE FOR COLLECTION OF ARBORE FRUITS, according to claim 1, characterized in that the supports on which the collection device sits, of varying height according to the type of crop, will consist of wheels, skates or even legs.

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