IT202000024301A1 - BIODEGRADABLE AND ECO-SUSTAINABLE COMPACT DISK CASE - Google Patents

Description

Description of the invention entitled:

?BIODEGRADABLE AND ECO-SUSTAINABLE COMPACT DISK CASE?

Description

field of technique

The present invention operates in the sector of the production and duplication of complex packaging and editorial packaging. Pi? in detail the object of this patent application? a container device for CDs, DVDs, 8cm-CDs and vinyl-effect discs, exclusively printed in paper and cardboard, through which to offer the market a solution with an eco-sustainable design and part of a circular economy.

Known art

Traditionally, the cd-rom (acronym of? English Compact Disc-Read-Only Memory)? a type of compact disc used in computing for the distribution of software, ? then a type of computer memory, pi? specifically ? a type of read-only mass memory. The CD-ROM was developed in the 1980s by Sony jointly with Philips.

The CD-ROM represents a fundamental step in world technological history, its advent, in fact, has given rise to the mass diffusion of multimedia.

Does multimedia require large quantities? of memory, fast access to data, speed? that only random access memory or direct access memory can? to offer (not sequential access memory), and possibly an easy manipulation of multimedia information, a feature the latter is well satisfied by the digital representation of information.

The cd-rom, with its 650 mb and over capacity? maximum storage, was the first device capable of meeting the three characteristics that allow multimedia: large capacity? storage, fast access to multimedia information (the cd-rom being a type of compact disc is a type of direct access memory), easy manipulation of multimedia information made possible by the digital representation of multimedia information. Over time, have there been great varieties? of cases, containers and boxes for CD-ROMs. The basic model common ? made of plastic, it includes a tray with a section in the center which allows the cd-rom to be fixed to the case and at least four slots to insert printouts with indications regarding the contents of the cd-rom. It should be emphasized that, over the years, having been the CD-ROM the instrument par excellence through which music was distributed and disseminated, many artists, record companies and music distribution companies have developed large varieties of music. of album covers, packaging and box sets that have given the most? various forms to the field of packaging of the cd-rom, thus coming out? from a purely technical field.

In the light of the knowledge currently available, the sphere of property rights, very extensive in the past, is today limited to new equipped versions of classic models. An example ? the utility model? CN210667786 which discloses a DVD case with a waterproof bottom comprising a case body, a CD (compact disc) placed on the surface of the case body, a waterproof ring, a pad arranged on the case body; the aforementioned waterproof pad surrounds the CD and the height of the waterproof pad ? greater than that of the CD after the CD ? been placed. The utility model? it has the effect of preventing the CD from being accidentally wetted causing elimination or indirect loss of properties.

Are there a variety on the market? of additional container devices, differently from the past, however?, the cd-rom ? become a niche product, for amateurs, collectors and enthusiasts of the product so? as fond of its packaging. It, unfortunately, in almost all? of the cases is made with only plastic components, at most with more? components including materials that are polluting in any case. The result ? a non-recyclable product, which does not keep pace with the needs of the historical moment we are experiencing. From the examination of the solutions applied to date? possible to highlight how each of the devices on the market, to date, is unsuitable for entering a circular economy and for being made with low environmental impact; for these reasons, thanks to the device described in detail below, sar? possible to solve the above problems.

Description of the invention

According to the present invention, a new biodegradable and eco-sustainable CD case is made, through which to offer the market an alternative solution capable of improving the degree of eco-sustainability. of the product, guaranteeing its inclusion in a circular economy.

It ? designed to hold audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect discs and any other type of disc and ? characterized by the fact that it is entirely made up of single-coated cardboard weighing approximately 300 g/m2, disposable cardboard or any other type of biodegradable cardboard and some components of vegetable origin.

Advantageously, all the components of the case are designed in such a way as to be disassembled and reused individually while maintaining a? usefulness? once separated from the other components.

The case in question comprises a central body made up of two surfaces, one internal and one external, in a configuration that can be opened and closed to allow the insertion and extraction of a CD from the aforementioned case.

The two surfaces are further divided into two equal portions, each of the dimensions of approximately 125 mm x 139 mm, foldable on s? themselves by means of a central fold of a thickness of about 4 mm.

In the inner surface? contained at least one concave tray, of about 4 mm which includes a central portion of circular shape, equipped with a plurality of? of tabs in vegetable material: they are inserted into the central hole of a disc in order to block any micro movement once inserted in the case. Advantageously, the aforementioned external and internal surfaces are printed with inks containing substances of vegetable origin which avoid an impact on the environment not only in the production phase but also as regards the use and recycling of the entire product.

The aforementioned custody, if any, ? provided in two further configurations. In one model, in fact, the aforesaid central body comprises at least two folds which allow the entire case to be closed in three equal portions, also of dimensions equal to approximately 125 mm x 139 mm and in a further model the aforesaid central body comprises at least three folds that allow you to close the entire case in four equal portions; in this configuration the case in question contains at least two trays for CDs.

Advantageously, the case in question ? customizable in any color and shape and pu? become, for example, a cardboard sachet, a lined box, a slip-case or be made in any other format at the request of each user. It possibly? resistant to solvents, thanks to its components of vegetable origin, resistant to high temperatures and ? water repellent. In a further version, ? equipped with at least one magnetic clip, positioned on a portion of the external surface so as to be reversibly attached to a metal surface.

In a further advantageous version, the case is which can be associated, via two-dimensional barcode or QR code, with at least one application, installed on the latest generation of mobile devices, which contains information on the origin of each case, the related materials and methods? of eco-disposal.

The advantages offered by the present invention are evident in the light of the description set forth up to now and will be even more clear thanks to the annexed figures and the relative detailed description.

Description of the figures

The invention will come described hereinafter in at least one preferred embodiment by way of explanation and not of limitation with the aid of the accompanying figures, in which:

- FIGURE 1 shows all the basic components of the entire device in an open configuration 1.1 where in a) the central body 2 is shown in an internal surface 1.4 divided into two equal portions 2.6, 2.7 by a fold; in portion 2.7 ? including a tray 2.2, a central portion 1.5 and a plurality? of tabs 2.3; in b) the central body 2 is shown in an external surface 1.3 comprising in turn a portion 2.6 and a portion 2.7 divided by a central fold 2.4.

- FIGURE 2 shows the central body 2 of the case in a closed configuration 1.2, in a view of the portion 2.6 of the external surface 1.3.

- FIGURE 3 shows a configuration of the case, in a view of the central body 2 in its internal surface 1.4, comprising three portions 2.6, 2.7, 2.8 divided by two folds 2.4; note how the tray 2.2 is contained in the central portion 2.7.

- FIGURE 4 shows a configuration of the case, in a view of the central body 2 in its internal surface 1.4, comprising four portions 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9 divided by three folds 2.4; note how the trays 2.2 are contained in the central portions 2.7, 2.8.

Detailed description of the invention

This invention will come now illustrated purely by way of example but not in a limiting or binding way, making use of the figures which illustrate some embodiments relating to the present inventive concept.

The biodegradable and eco-sustainable case? designed for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect discs as well as any other type of disc, usable by any user and ? characterized by the fact that it is entirely made up of single-coated cardboard weighing approximately 300g/m2, disposable cardboard or any other type of biodegradable cardboard.

As shown in Fig. 1, the central body 2 comprises two surfaces, internal and external, 1.4, 1.5, of the case in question, in an open configuration 1.1: in this configuration ? the insertion and extraction of a CD from the aforementioned case is permitted.

The two surfaces 1.4, 1.5 are further subdivided into two equal portions 2.6, 2.7, each with dimensions of approximately 125 mm x 139 mm, which can be folded back on themselves by means of a central fold 2.4 with a thickness of approximately 4 mm.

In the inner surface 1.4 ? contained at least one 2.2 concave tray, also of biodegradable single-coated cardboard, with a depth of? of approximately 4 mm: it comprises a central portion 1.5, circular in shape, in turn comprising a plurality of 2.3 tabs in vegetable material to be inserted in the central hole of a disc in order to block any micro movement once inserted in the case.

The aforementioned external and internal surfaces 1.3, 1.4 are printed with inks containing substances of vegetable origin which avoid an impact on the environment during the production, use and recycling of the case itself. In Fig. 3 and Fig. 4 two further configurations of the aforementioned enclosure are shown:

- in the first, said central body 2 comprises at least two folds 2.4 which allow the entire case to be closed in three equal portions 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, also of dimensions equal to approximately 125 mm x 139 mm;

- in the second, said central body 2 comprises at least three folds 2.4 which allow the entire case to be closed in four equal portions 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9; in this configuration the case in question contains at least two of the trays 2.2 containing CDs.

The custody in question? customizable in any color and shape such as cardboard sachets, coated box, slip-case or any other format upon request of each user ? resistant to solvents, high temperatures and water repellent; Moreover, ? equipped with at least one magnetic clip, positioned on the portion 2.6 of the external surface 1.3 so as to be reversibly attached to a metal surface.

All the components of the case are designed with a view to a circular economy, so that they can be disassembled and reused individually while maintaining a practical utility. once separated from the other components; to this end, via two-dimensional barcode or QR code, the case? that can be associated with at least one? application, installed on the latest generation mobile devices, which contains information on the origin of each case, the related materials and methods? of eco-disposal.

? finally, it is clear that modifications, additions or variations that are obvious to a person skilled in the art can be made to the invention described up to now, without thereby departing from the scope of protection which ? provided by the appended claims.

Claims (10)

Claims 1. Biodegradable, eco-sustainable compact disk case, for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk that can be used by any user; said case being provided with a foldable central body (2), substantially rectangular in shape, and preferably having dimensions of approximately 125.5 mm x 139.5 mm in a closed configuration (1.2); said case being characterized in that it comprises at least said central body (2) made entirely of single-coated cardboard weighing approximately 300 g/m², disposable cardboard or any other type of biodegradable cardboard; said central body (2) comprising an external surface (1.3) and an internal surface (1.4) divided into two equal portions (2.6, 2.7) with dimensions of approximately 125 mm x 139 mm; said internal surface (1.4) being reversibly foldable on itself? itself by means of at least one central fold (2.4); said internal surface (1.4) comprising at least one concave tray (2.2), made of single-coated cardboard, disposable cardboard or any other type of biodegradable cardboard, being of a depth? about 4 mm; said tray (2.2) comprising a central portion (1.5) of circular shape, in turn comprising a plurality of of tabs (2.3) made of vegetable and biodegradable material, positioned centrally in said tray (2.2); said tabs (2.3) being able to be inserted into the central hole of a disk to be contained in said case and being able to block any micro-movement of the disk contained once it has been inserted in said tray (2.2); said central body (2) being adapted to reversibly assume an open configuration (1.1) and a closed configuration (1.2); said open configuration (1.1) allowing the insertion and removal of a CD from said tray (2.2), said closed configuration allowing containment and protection of at least one CD, protecting it from any contact with an external environment; said external and internal surfaces (1.3, 1.4) being printed with inks containing substances of vegetable origin suitable to avoid an impact on the environment during production, use and recycling. 2. Case for biodegradable, eco-sustainable compact disks, for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk, according to the preceding claim 1, characterized in that said body central (2) comprises at least two folds (2.4) able to close the entire case in three equal portions (2.6, 2.7, 2.8) with dimensions equal to approximately 125 mm x 139 mm; each of said folds (2.4) being preferably 6 mm thick. 3. Eco-sustainable biodegradable compact disk case for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk, according to any one of the preceding claims 1 or 2, characterized by the fact that said central body (2) comprises at least three folds (2.4) able to close the entire case in four equal portions (2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9) preferably of dimensions equal to approximately 125 mm x 139 mm; in this configuration the case in question containing at least two of said trays (2.2) able to contain at least two CDs. 4. Eco-sustainable, biodegradable compact disk case for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk, according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is equipped with at least one magnetic clip, positioned on a portion (2.6) of said external surface (1.3) allowing to reversibly attach said case to a metal surface. 5. Eco-sustainable, biodegradable compact disk case, for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk, according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is customizable in any color and shape such as cardboard sachets, coated box, slipcase or any other format upon request of each user. 6. Eco-sustainable biodegradable compact disk case for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is to resist solvents. 7. Eco-sustainable, biodegradable compact disk case for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by being resistant at high temperatures. 8. Biodegradable, eco-sustainable compact disk case, for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is water-repellent . 9. Eco-sustainable, biodegradable compact disk case for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that all said components of said case are designed with a view to a circular economy, so that they can be disassembled and reused individually while maintaining a useful? once separated from the other components. 10. Eco-sustainable biodegradable compact disk case for storing audio CDs, CD-ROMs, DVDs, mini-CDs, vinyl-effect disks and any other type of disk according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is associated to at least one application, which can be installed on the latest generation mobile devices, via a two-dimensional barcode or QR code, to consult the origin of each case, the related materials and methods? of eco-disposal.