IES20170065A2 - Tray support apparatus - Google Patents

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IES20170065A2
IES20170065A2 IES20170065A IES20170065A IES20170065A2 IE S20170065 A2 IES20170065 A2 IE S20170065A2 IE S20170065 A IES20170065 A IE S20170065A IE S20170065 A IES20170065 A IE S20170065A IE S20170065 A2 IES20170065 A2 IE S20170065A2
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tray support
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Teresa Molloy Bernadette
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Priority to GB1804507.0A priority patent/GB2562846A/en
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G23/00—Other table equipment
    • A47G23/06—Serving trays
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47F—SPECIAL FURNITURE, FITTINGS, OR ACCESSORIES FOR SHOPS, STOREHOUSES, BARS, RESTAURANTS OR THE LIKE; PAYING COUNTERS
    • A47F10/00—Furniture or installations specially adapted to particular types of service systems, not otherwise provided for
    • A47F10/06—Furniture or installations specially adapted to particular types of service systems, not otherwise provided for for restaurant service systems
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47B—TABLES; DESKS; OFFICE FURNITURE; CABINETS; DRAWERS; GENERAL DETAILS OF FURNITURE
    • A47B31/00—Service or tea tables, trolleys, or wagons
    • A47B2031/002—Catering trolleys

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Abstract

tray support apparatus (10) comprises a base (12), an upright member (14) and a pair of support arms. A plurality of trays (20) can hang vertically from the support arms (16). A receptacle (22) is provided on the base so as to collect any liquid or food falling from the tray (20). Underneath the base (12) are four support castors (24) which are lockable. <Figure 1>

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TRUE COPY 1 AS LODGED TRAY SUPPORT APPARATU > The present invention relates to a tray support apparatus, in particular to an apparatus for supporting and storing food serving trays in restaurants, canteens, dining rooms and the like.
A major problem exists in busy areas where food and drinks are served on trays, in that spillages occur and can remain on trays when left on tables or stacked one on top of another. As well as being unsightly, this is unhygienic and may lead to problems with bacterial infections and control. Floor spillages and trays left on the floor can lead to health and safety, as well as hygiene issues.
The object of the invention is to provide a tray support apparatus which alleviates the above disadvantages and some of the problems associated with using trays for serving food and drink, thus helping to improve the dining experience for customers and staff.
Accordingly, the present invention provides a tray support apparatus comprising a base, at least one upright member extending from the base and at least one support arm connected to the upright member, the support arm being adapted to retain and hold a plurality of trays in a vertical orientation.
In this way, the trays are hanging from the support arm.
Advantageously, a receptacle is provided beneath the support arm to collect any liquid or food falling from the vertically supported trays.
Ideally, the support arm or arms are formed in a transverse hook formation or U shaped formation to make the trays more secure.
Conveniently, the tray support apparatus is provided with wheels or castors to allow the apparatus to be moved.
Preferably, the wheels or castors are lockable.
Advantageously, the tray support apparatus may be readily disassembled for storage purposes and may be reassembled as required.
The tray support apparatus may be in the form of a carousel. Also it can have a second set of support arms for trays. Furthermore, it can be adjustable in height to suit the circumstances of its location.
Ideally, each tray is provided with an orifice for engaging with the support arm of the tray support apparatus.
The tray support apparatus may be finished in a hygienic grade paint or powder coated finish.
Customers would have the option of hanging their trays on the tray support apparatus after placing their food and drink on the table, eliminating their frustration of where to put their empty trays. The tray support apparatus would make it easier for staff to collect empty trays in one location.
The invention will hereinafter be more particularly described with reference to the accompanying drawings, which show by way of example only, one embodiment of a tray support apparatus according to the invention. in the drawings: Figure 1 is a side view of the tray support apparatus, holding a number of trays in a vertical orientation, and; Figure 2 is a plan view of a tray modified to be used with the tray support apparatus.
Referring to the drawings, tray support apparatus 10 comprises a base 12 an upright member 14 and a pair of support arms 16. A plurality of trays 20 can hang vertically from the support arms 16. A receptacle 22 is provided on the base so as to collect any liquid or food falling from the trays 20. Underneath the base 12 are four support castors 24 which are lockable.
Figure 2 is a plan view of a typical tray 20 used with the apparatus. It is provided with an orifice or hole 30 which can fit over the arms 16.
It is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the specific details described herein which are given by way of example only and that various modifications and alterations are possible without departing from the scope of the invention.
MacLach|an & Donaldson Applicant's Agents 2b Clonskeagh Square, Clonskeagh Road DUBLIN 14

Claims (10)

1. A tray support apparatus comprising a base, at least one upright member extending from the base and at least one support arm connected to the upright member, the support arm being adapted to retain and hold a plurality of trays in a vertical orientation whereby, the trays hang from the support arm.
2. A receptacle is provided beneath the support arm to collect any liquid or food falling from the vertically supported trays.
3. A tray support apparatus as claimed in Claim 1 or Claim 2 in which the support arm or arms are formed in a transverse hook formation or U shaped formation to make the trays more secure.
4. A tray support apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims in which the tray support apparatus is provided with wheels or castors to allow the apparatus to be moved.
5. A tray support apparatus as claimed in Claim 4 in which the wheels or castors are lockable.
6. A tray support apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims in which the tray support apparatus may be readily disassembled for storage purposes and may be reassembled as required.
7. A tray support apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims in which the tray support apparatus is in the form of a carousel, optionally it has a second set of support arms for trays; and optionally is adjustable in height to suit the circumstances of its location.
8. 3, A tray support apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims in which each tray is provided with an orifice for engaging with the support arm or arms of the tray support apparatus.
9. A tray support apparatus as claimed in any one of the preceding claims in which the tray support apparatus is finished in a hygienic grade paint or powder coated finish.
10. A tray support apparatus substantially as herein described with reference to and as 10 shown in the accompanying drawings. MACLACHLAN & DONALDSON Applicant's Agents 27 Clonskeagh Square 15 Clonskeagh Road Dublin 14
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IES20170065A IES20170065A2 (en) 2017-03-23 2017-03-23 Tray support apparatus
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GB1804507.0A GB2562846A (en) 2017-03-23 2018-03-21 Tray support apparatus

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