GB2365825A - Removable wheelbarrow insert - Google Patents

Abstract

A removable wheelbarrow insert having dimensions allowing it to fit inside a conventional wheelbarrow is provided having a folded over top edge which wraps around the upper edge of the conventional wheelbarrow. The insert may be constructed from plastics or metal, and may be provided with a device for facilitating its securement to or detachment from the wheelbarrow. The insert allows materials to be removed from the wheelbarrow and transported away from the wheelbarrow, and allows the wheelbarrow to be used for two different uses without it being cleaned in the mean time, ie. carrying mortar in the insert before its removal allows dry sand to be carried in the clean wheelbarrow.

Description

<Desc/Clms Page number 1> Wheelbarrow Insert Description This invention relates to a wheelbarrow insert, which is to say that it is an insert that is placed inside a wheelbarrow.

The materials foreseen to be used for the insert are-: A/ Galvanised Steel B/ Heavy-duty frost proof plastic The purpose of the insert is to provide both protection and strength to the wheelbarrow giving it-added lifespan.

Also, as a means of easily transporting of materials carried within the wheelbarrow to otherwise inaccessible points, i.e. second floor/roof.

Both versions will be waterproof, hence preventing leakage of wet materials i.e. mortar/concrete.

Usage of the wheelbarrow inserts Wheelbarrows tend to come under a great deal of wear and tear causing the internal facing of the barrow to become dented and heavily soiled with materials extremely difficult to remove if left for some time. When using the insert for carrying mortar or concrete, the insert can be easily removed, thus allowing the now clean barrow to be used immediately for sand and bricks etc.

When this use is no longer required the insert can be easily replaced for further use of wet materials i.e. concrete/mortar or sand /soil etc. At the end of day the insert can be easily removed and washed ready for the following day.

Estimated cost of inserts The cost of the wheelbarrow inserts would be approximately 10.00+vat.

The price is approximate and relates to both Heavy-duty frost proof plastic and Galvanised steel. The thickness of the wheelbarrow inserts will be approx. 2-4mm with an extra thick area around the on off handle for added strength approx. 5-8mm(figure b). The inserts can be made for any barrow currently on the market or produced in conjunction with it's own barrow.

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DRAWINGS EXPLAINED WHEELBARROW INSERT Figure 1, Viewed from the top/rear, showing the internal base, front, and side facings also the rear insert securing/removal device.

Figure 2, Viewed from the top/front, left side, showing the internal base, rear, and side facings.

Figure 3, Viewed from the front left side angle, showing the front and side facings from underneath.

Figure 4, Viewed from the front underneath, showing the front underside and side rails forming the fold over lip design.

Figure 5, Viewed from an oblique rear side, showing the rear and side facings from underneath, also showing the position of the securing /removal device at the rear of the insert.

Figure 6, Viewed from an oblique top rear angle, showing the securing/removal device and the internal base front and side facings of the insert.

Figure 7, Viewed from a side angle, showing the underneath side facing of the insert with the fold over lip design.

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Claims (3)

1. CLAIMS WHEELBARROW INSERT 1/ Fabricated wheelbarrow insert, to fit into the internal dimensions of a wheelbarrow, with the top of the insert to fold over the top edge of the wheelbarrow, either existing or purpose built as part of a matching set. 2/ The wheelbarrow insert shall be fitted or constructed with a device to secure it to the wheelbarrow and to facilitate the removal of the insert from the wheelbarrow. 3/ Materials used in the construction of the wheelbarrow insert shall be of a tough durable nature, such as heavy-duty frost proof plastic, rubber or metals. 4/ The wheelbarrow insert shall be manufactured to a water proof standard to prevent leakage.

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   Amended claims have been filed as follows Claims ?. A removable container for insertion into the fixed bucket of a wheelbarrow, wherein the container has the same general shape of the fixed bucket, an uppermost lip adapted to engage the uppermost edges of said bucket and a projecting panel securing an-i removal device at the rear surface of the container.
2. 2 . A removable container as claimed in clam 1 substantially as herein described.
3. 3. A removable container as claimed in claim 1 substantially as herein illustrated in any figure of the accompanying drawings.