ES2920174A1 - Useful for simultaneous transport of dishes with or without food (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Useful for simultaneous transport of dishes, with or without food (1), especially conceived for restoration and hospitality establishments in order to facilitate the transport of dishes, cups or any other piece of dishes, with their food or their food or Without them, from the kitchen to the table of the diners or vice versa with the consequent advantages of comfort and efficiency for the waiters characterized by showing themselves as a structure with a base (2), where a mast (3) emerges, equipped with platforms (4), solidarity with the mast (3) through media for support and dejection (6), endowed with joints (6.1) existing in the upper part of the mast (3) a handle (7) of manipulation. The mast is rigid or telescopic. The platforms (4), which are folding, have an "V" or open hoop shape being equipped with silicone, rubber or similar non -slip material. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

Useful for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food

Technical object of the invention

The present invention relates to a tool specially designed for restaurant and hotel establishments that is used to transfer plates, cups or other pieces of crockery, with food, from the kitchen to the table of diners or empty, in the opposite direction. , with the consequent advantages for waiters who can operate more efficiently carrying several services at the same time, comfortably and safely, without the need to use traditional small-capacity trays whose handling requires special skill in non-ergonomic postures

Sector of the technique to which the invention refers

The invention falls within the Section of Current Necessities of Life of the International Patent Classification (CIP), Paragraph of Appliances for Domestic Use, Table Accessories.

From an industrial point of view, it focuses on the manufacture of accessories for restaurants, hotels and domestic use.

Background of the invention

The restaurant sector is one of the most widespread in the world, so it is understood that the work carried out by waiters in hotels, bars and restaurants in general, represents an activity of the utmost importance and any improvement in said activity is unquestionable. advantage.

Some recorded history is known related to the transfer of dishes from one place to another or for the positioning of dishes in drainers or in dishwashing machines. There are also records that refer to the transport of glasses in special trays.

There is an invention relatively close to the one presented here, which corresponds to the one entitled "Plate holder" with patent number ES-1040485 U, filed in 1996, of which no development is known. As for the glasses, the Utility Model ES-1074007 U entitled "Perforated tray" and another entitled "Stackable, anti-tip and customizable cup holder support" are known, which undoubtedly facilitate the service of delivery and collection of glasses in bar tables and restaurants.

Summary description of the invention

The present invention refers to a tool for the simultaneous transport of several plates or pieces of crockery, by the waiters, in routes from kitchens to tables and vice versa. A first embodiment is described, widely used for any type of tableware, and a second embodiment more focused on large and small plates.

Both basically include the following:

- a support base

- a mast

- a series of platforms for placement of crockery pieces

- a handle

The support base is what supports the mast. Preferably square or rectangular, although any other shape is not ruled out.

The mast is the piece where the various platforms that must support the various pieces of tableware are joined. The models described in the embodiments include six platforms, although this number is not decisive nor does it characterize the invention, since a different number can be chosen depending on the usual needs of each catering establishment.

The mast is made of a single piece, although telescopic solutions are also contemplated and the set of platforms is collapsible to favor its storage in periods of non-use.

The platforms are intended to support plates of different sizes, cups of broths, infusions, containers for nuts, olives or any other.

In both forms of embodiment, the platforms are equipped with non-slip elements that confer high friction to the transported pieces and prevent them from drifting or falling even in extreme situations of great inclination due to possible oversights.

The handle, knob or any other type of handle is intended to facilitate a comfortable grip for transporting the set. For lighter solutions with few platforms, the waiter handles the tool as if it were a tray, in which case the handle can be dispensed with.

Hygiene should be highlighted, as an important advantage of the invention, due to the fact that the waiters do not make contact with the lateral edge of the plates or pieces of crockery because the platforms allow the handling of said pieces by supporting them from below. Brief description of the drawings

Eleven schematic figures are included that allow the consistency of the invention to be understood in due detail:

Figure 1

It represents the schematic view, in perspective, of a first form of embodiment in which the following elements are indicated:

1. - Useful

2. - Basis

3. - Mast

4. - Platform

4.1. - Profile

5. - Non-slip

6. - Medium for support and dejection

6.1. - Articulation

7. - Handle

8. - Piece of crockery

Figures 2 and 3

They show details of the platforms that are made up of a profile associated with an anti-slip element

Figure 4

It shows the side view of the tool of the invention, in the first embodiment, in the working position, that is, fully unfolded and ready to receive crockery pieces with or without food.

Figure 5

It shows the same tool as in the previous figure in the folded position. The starting position of the platforms is shown in dotted lines.

Figure 6

Shows the profile view of the tool of the invention, in the first embodiment, in working position

Figure 7

It shows us the same tool as in the previous figure with the platforms in the folded position.

Figure 8

It shows us a second form of embodiment designed especially for the transport of plates. The platforms have open ring shapes and the mast is telescopic

Figure 9

It shows us the side view of the second form of embodiment, in the working position, that is to say, fully unfolded tool ready to receive plates.

Figure 10

It represents the first phase of the folding in which the telescopic mast has been folded in on itself and leaves the platforms in a very close position.

Figure 11

It represents the second phase of the folding in which the platforms are folded up, remaining in a vertical position close to the mast.

Description of preferred embodiments

Useful for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food, (1) (Figs. 1 to 11), specially designed for restaurant and hotel establishments in order to facilitate the transport of plates, cups or any other piece of crockery, with its food or without them, from the kitchen to the table of the guests or vice versa with the consequent advantages of hygiene, comfort and efficiency for the waiters.

In a first embodiment preferred by its inventor, the tool (1) is shown as a structure provided with a base (2) from which a mast (3) emerges, on which platforms ( 4) with means for support and folding ((6) equipped with joints (6.1) that allow minimum folding of 90° from a horizontal position to a vertical one. The whole structure is handled by means of a handle (7), knob or similar In (Fig. 1) a perspective view of this embodiment is outlined showing, by way of example, the case of six platforms (4), although, according to needs, this number can be increased or reduced The crockery pieces (8) are placed, simply supported, in the area of the platform (4) suitable for supporting said pieces according to their size.

In the simplest solutions, with few platforms (4), (light weight), the tool (1) is handled as if it were a tray, securing the base (2) on the waiter's arm, eliminating the handle (7).

The mast (3) is preferably square or rectangular in section, and other sections may be chosen as long as there are means to prevent twisting and ensure that the pairs of platforms remain in a 180° opposite position.

The platforms (4), which in this first form of embodiment are "V" shaped, are made with a "U" shaped profile (4.1) where a tubular or solid body of anti-slip material (5) is attached. silicone, rubber or similar type, which has been outlined in (Figs. 2 and 3). In the apex section of the "V" of each platform (4) means for support and folding (6) are incorporated, equipped with joints (6.1), relating the platforms (4), in pairs, to position them in opposition at 180 ° .

The tool (1), is foldable to facilitate its storage, in cases of non-use, occupying the minimum space.

(Fig. 4) is a side view of the tool (1) in working position, that is, with its platforms (4), deployed horizontally, ready to receive the crockery pieces (8) with or without food.

In (Fig.5) the folded position of the tool (1) is represented, in which the platforms (4), starting from their initial horizontal position (in dotted line), pass to a substantially vertical position due to having rotated on the joints (6.1).

The (Figs.6 and 7) show the same tool (1), seen in profile, in its working positions (Fig.6) and folded (Fig.7).

A second form of embodiment is the one represented in (Fig.8) in which the tool (1) is especially intended for transporting plates. With its base (2) and mast (3), finished off with the handle (7), it has the peculiarity that said mast (3) is of the telescopic type, in this case with three sections, in each of which they are joined platforms (4) with support and folding means (6) and corresponding joints (6.1).

The platforms (4), in the form of an open ring, are built with a rod profile (4.1), preferably round or square, covered with an anti-slippery (5).

The operation is the same as in the first embodiment. The crockery pieces (8), in this case larger or smaller plates, are placed directly on the platforms (4) that ensure their position thanks to the friction of the non-slip material (5) and the open ring shape that facilitates centering of the piece of crockery (8) on the corresponding platform (4). In this case, even losing general properties, the non-slip (5) can be dispensed with since the self-centering effect makes it unnecessary.

The (Figs. 9, 10, 11), in which the tool (1) is represented in side view, schematizes the folding process from the working position to the storage position.

(Fig.9) shows us the unfolded working position with the fully extended telescopic mast (3) and the platforms (4) in a horizontal position.

In (Fig. 10) the platforms (4) are still in a horizontal position but very close to each other because the mast (3) is in a retracted position when each section is introduced into the one immediately below.

Finally, in (Fig. 11), the platforms (4) have been folded upwards turning on the joints (6.1) remaining in a vertical position. Although the handle (7) remains in the lower internal position, it is perfectly practicable since the platforms (4) are in the shape of an open ring, that is, they do not form a closed circle but have an opening provided to facilitate the placement and removal of the pieces of crockery, which is clearly reflected in (Fig. 8).

It is not considered necessary to make the content of this description more extensive so that a person skilled in the art can understand the scope and advantages derived from the invention, as well as develop and put into practice the object of the same. However, it must be understood that the invention has been described according to a preferred embodiment of the same, so it may be subject to modifications without this affecting or implying any alteration of the basis of said intervention. That is to say, the terms in which this preferred description of the invention has been exposed, should always be taken in a broad and non-limiting manner.

Claims (9)

1. Useful for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), specially designed for restaurant and hotel establishments in order to facilitate the transport of plates, cups or any other piece of crockery, with their food or without, from the kitchen to the diners' table or vice versa with the consequent advantages of comfort and efficiency for the waiters characterized by being shown as a structure with a base (2), from which a mast (3) emerges, equipped of platforms (4), integral with the mast (3) through means for support and lowering (6), equipped with joints (6.1) existing in the upper part of the mast (3) a handling handle (7). 2. Tool for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first claim, characterized in that the mast (3) is of a single body. 3. Tool for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first claim, characterized in that the mast (3) is telescopic. 4. Useful for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first claim, characterized in that the platforms (4) are "V" shaped. 5. Tool for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first claim, characterized in that the platforms (4) have the shape of an open ring. 6. Useful for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first and fourth claims, characterized in that the platforms (4) are manufactured with a "Ú" profile (4.1) that incorporates inside a non-slip (5) tubular or solid that protrudes from the top. 7. Tool for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first and fifth claims, characterized in that the platforms (4) are manufactured with a profile (4.1), of round rod or any other section, covered of an anti-slip (5). 8. Useful for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first, sixth and seventh claims, characterized in that the anti-slip is made of silicone, rubber or a material with similar characteristics. 9. Useful for the simultaneous transport of crockery pieces, with or without food (1), according to the first claim, characterized in that the platforms are folding and rotating on the joints (6.1).