JP2004520498A - Dispensing device for distributing active substance fluid in flushing liquid in toilet bowl - Google Patents

Abstract

The device for delivering fluids with active substances into flushing water in a toilet bowl comprises storage containers (2, 3) which hold such fluids, and are protected against entry of flushing water into their interior. The outlet openings of these containers are arranged in such a way that given amounts of fluids with active substances are delivered only during each flushing operation.

Description

【００３８】
生成；
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。増粘剤を中〜高速回転速度で流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００３９】
ｂ）塩素を含有する漂白相（およそ１％の活性塩素）
組成；
【表２】

【００４０】
生成；
水が提供される。中〜高速回転速度（およそ８００ｒｐｍ）で増粘剤を流し込む（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしポリマー粒子がまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。その後、Oxyriteを添加する。ＮａＯＨにより溶液を中和する。粘度を最大にするために、ｐＨ値を１２.５以上に設定しなければならない。回転速度を減速させて、Ｎａ-次亜塩素酸溶液を加えてよく攪拌する。
【００４１】
２）発泡促進剤相と組み合わせた高濃度に香りを付けた芳香相
ａ）高濃度の香料含量を有する芳香相
組成；
【表３】

【００４２】
生成；
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００４３】
ｂ）ベタイン / 塩素により増粘させた高濃度に濃縮した界面活性相
組成：
【表４】

【００４４】
生成；
水が提供される。着色剤及び防腐剤を溶解し、その後界面活性剤中を加えてよく攪拌する。ＮａＣｌを用いて粘度を設定する。
【００４５】
３）活性物質相をデスケールする酸と組み合わせた芳香相
ａ）芳香相
組成；
【表５】

【００４６】
生成：
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００４７】
ｂ）ポリサッカライドにより増粘された、デスケールする酸相
組成；
【表６】

【００４８】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料及びクエン酸を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００４９】
４）抗菌活性物質相と組み合わせた芳香相
ａ）芳香相／ＡＢＳにより発泡活性化した製剤
組成；
【表７】

【００５０】
生成；
２０−２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００５１】
ｂ）抗菌相
組成；
【表８】

【００５２】
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００５３】
５）デスケール活性の高い異なる酸系
ａ）乳酸相
組成；
【表９】

【００５４】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料と乳酸を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００５５】
ｂ）クエン酸相／ nio- 界面活性剤ベース
組成；
【表１０】

【００５６】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料とクエン酸を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００５７】
６）酵素を含有する活性物質相と組み合わせた芳香相
ａ）芳香相
組成；
【表１１】

【００５８】
生成；
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００５９】
ｂ)酵素相
組成；
【表１２】

【００６０】
生成；
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００６１】
７）洗浄水を着色するために活性物質相を組み合わせた香りを付けた酸相
ａ）酸相
組成；
【表１３】

【００６２】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料と酸を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００６３】
ｂ）着色している洗浄水相／金属イオン封鎖剤としてのクエン酸三ナトリウム
組成；
【表１４】

【００６４】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料とクエン酸を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００６５】
８）匂い吸収性の活性物質相と組み合わせた芳香相
ａ）芳香相
組成；
【表１５】

【００６６】
生成；
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００６７】
ｂ）吸収剤相
組成；
【表１６】

【００６８】
生成；
２０〜２５℃の暖かい水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしピンホールがまだ存在するなら、更に攪拌が必要となる。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。最後に、香料を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００６９】
９）有効酸素を有する活性物質相と組み合わせた香りを付けた酸相
ａ）有効酸素を有する酸相
組成；
【表１７】

【００７０】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。香料と酸を加え、最後に安定剤と過酸化水素を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００７１】
ｂ）芳香相
組成；
【表１８】

【００７２】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。香料と酸を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００７３】
１０）ポリアクリルで増粘した活性物質相と組み合わせた香りを付けた酸相
ａ）有効酸素を有する酸相
組成；
【表１９】

【００７４】
生成；
水が提供される。攪拌を持続しながら着色剤及び防腐剤を添加し、続けて５分間溶解する。中〜高速回転速度で増粘剤を流し込む。およそ６０分の膨潤時間、攪拌機を運転したままにする。界面活性剤、次いでアルコールを添加する。香料と酸を加え、最後に安定剤と過酸化水素を加えて、放出パラメータに関してバッチをチェックする。
【００７５】
ｂ）ポリアクリートで増粘した活性物質相
組成；
【表２０】

【００７６】
生成；
水が提供される。中〜高回転速度（およそ８００ｒｐｍ）で増粘剤を流し込む（ピンホールがないかどうかガラスプレート試験により試験する）；もしポリマー粒子がまだ存在するなら、更なる攪拌が必要となる。ＮａＯＨにより溶液を中和する。回転速度を減速させて、香料を加えてよく攪拌する。
【００７７】
それ自体は独立しており、本発明の請求項３４以下参照の表現により見出される更なる教示により、固定式のプレート型分配要素６'又は対応する可動式のプレート型作動要素６の上部の形態が考察される。これは、洗浄工程中、洗浄液にが流れ出す負荷領域を有する固定式のプレート型分配要素６'をベースにした図に関連して示され、図中、保存容器２、３の内部は、所望により活性物質流体の自由流動を防止する配置がそれぞれ介入した出口開口部４により、分配要素６'と常時接続している。ここで提示される変形が、プレート型の可動式作動要素６に対応していかに移動可能であるかは、容易に推測可能である。
【００７８】
しかるべき現状が既に示しているように（例えば、国際特許ＷＯ ９９/６６１４０ Ａ)、プレート型分配要素６'は、保存容器２又は３に対して上部で長手方向端部に、容器の出口開口部４の接続ポイント１０を有する。実施の形態の図示された例示において、接続ポイント１０は、押し開け式チップの形態のように星型又は円錐型に作成されている。適切な粘度の活性物質流体の場合においては、所望の協働により、ここでは毎回一部量の活性物質流体の洗浄液中への目標とする分配がなされる結果となる。
【００７９】
接続ポイント１０が、ここでは長手方向の端部近くに、一定の間隔を開けて相互に隣接して配列され、そして上部の分配要素６'は、接続ポイント１０から延びて、ほぼ反対側の長手方向端部まで達し、活性物質流体を洗浄液中に分配するのに役立つくぼみ１１を有することが今や提供されている。
【００８０】
くぼみ１１が、活性物質流体の洗浄液中への分配機能を適切に果たすことが可能となるように、チャンネル状で、好ましくＵ字型、Ｖ字型、Ｗ字型又は半円形の断面を有する、あるいは一連の点状のくぼみとして、又は点状もしくは縞状の突出部の列の間の中間スペースとしてくぼみ１１を形成することが推奨される。その場合には、くぼみ１１をくぼみの端部に向かって幅広にあるいは幅を狭くするよう備えられ得る。
【００８１】
図４及び図５の分配要素６'に係る実施の形態において、くぼみ１１はチャンネル型となるよう形成され、これらのくぼみ１１は、くぼみの端部に向かって幅広となっている。
更に、相互に直線的に及び／又は平行に延びるように、あるいは放射形状に、カーブして、ジグザグに、波型又はカスケード状になるようくぼみ１１を配置することが提供可能である。図４及び図５の実施の形態において、前記くぼみは、相互に直線的かつ平行に延びている。
活性物質流体の早過ぎる予混合を避けることを所望するならば、異なる接続ポイント１０から広がる、又はそれに付随するくぼみ１１が、相互に交差しない又は実質的には交差しないことが提供され得る。
【００８２】
代替として、比較的早く予混合される異なる保存容器２、３の活性物質流体にに備えて準備可能である。接続ポイント１０から広がるくぼみ１１が、相互に交差する、あるいは少なくとも一部分が相互に向かって延びるように配置されるならば、その目的に寄与し得る。更に、相互に交差するくぼみ１１も同様に使用可能である。
【００８３】
図４及び図５は、少なくとも１つの横向きに延びているくぼみ１２により接続ポイント１０は、長手方向端部近くで直接相互接続されることを、すでに提供されているような具体的な実施の形態の程度まで示している。それにより保存容器２、３の下方領域中の比較的幅広いくぼみ１２上でクロス混合が達成される。
【００８４】
同様に、分配要素６'のデザイン又は、代替のデザイン変形である作動要素６については、様々な可能性がある。最初に分配要素６'又は作動要素６は、平面図においてだいたい長方形、正方形、円形、長円形又は楕円形となるよう形成されることが提供され得る。図４及び５において実施例により説明される分配要素６'は、平面図においてだいたい長方形となるよう形成される。
【００８５】
しかしながら、平面図において他の形状を有する他のデザインも実現可能であり、例えば、分配要素６'又は作動要素６が、平面図においてだいたい貝型、花型、葉型、蝶型、果実片の形状等となるよう形成される方法で実現される。
【００８６】
同様に、断面図における分配要素６'のデザインについても様々な可能性がある。平面形状に対する制約はない。傾斜又は波型形状もまた、「プレート型」なる用語に分類され得る。特に、分配要素６'又は作動要素６は、断面が凹型、凸型、曲線状、貝状、カスケード状、又は漏斗型の断面で延びるよう全体が形成される。これは、接続ポイント１０の断面ごとに実現可能である。
【００８７】
材料の選択に関して、分配要素６'についてはまず第一に、プラスチック材料、特にまた衛生上適当なプラスチック材料、例えばポリプロピレンが推奨される。明らかに、他の材料もまた、使用の目的に対して適切に装備され得る限りにおいて選択可能である。特に、焼結材料、特には焼結プラスチック材料もまた、ここでは推奨され、その有孔性により、更なる保存機能と混合機能、及び活性物質流体と混合させた洗浄液を起泡させる手段に係る機能を有することが可能である。セラミック、ガラス、金属といった材料、又は特に突飛な変形としては、適切に装備された木材もまた明らかに代替となる。
【００８８】
分配要素６'（又は作動要素６）のデザインについて、更にに詳細に提案されている。まず第一に分配要素６'又は作動要素６上のくぼみの数が、合計で２〜１０個、好ましくは１０〜５０個となることが推奨され得る。更に、表面のくぼみ１１の幅が、０.５〜５.０ｍｍ、好ましくは１.０〜２.０ｍｍであることが提案される。最終的に、くぼみ１１の深さが、０.２ｍｍ〜４.０ｍｍ、好ましくは０.５ｍｍ〜２.０ｍｍであることが推奨されている。
【００８９】
サイズに関して分配要素６'のデザインについては、分配要素６'又は作動要素６の総面積が、５００ｍｍ^２〜８,０００ｍｍ^２、好ましくは２,０００ｍｍ^２〜４,０００ｍｍ^２であることが推奨されている。
様々な分配要素６'の変形が図４〜２４に示されているが、以下に再度詳細に観点に説明する。
【００９０】
図４は、相互に平行に並んで延びて、末端部に向かって幅広になっているくぼみ１１を有する分配要素６'の斜視図を示している。これらすべては、長手方向端部近くに横に延び、接続ポイント１０と接続し、そして予分配器及び予混合機の機能を有する幅広のくぼみ１２から広がる。
図５は、図４に示す分配要素６'の平面図を示している。
【００９１】
図６は、原則として、先に説明した実施例と同様に構成された更なる分配要素６'の斜視図を示している。しかしながら、ここでくぼみ１１は、相互に離れていく向きで、放射状の形状となるようにある程度配置されている。
図７は、くぼみ１１が両方の接続ポイントに付随して、完全別々で相互に離れて延びるように配置された配列を示している。詳細には、くぼみはここでは、アーチ状に又は曲線的に延び、プレートは凸状のアーチ型である。
【００９２】
図８は、ここでまた、くぼみ１１が個々の接続ポイント１０から別々に離れて通じている限りにおいて、図７と同様の構成を示している。ここではそのそれぞれに対して、端部に向かって幅広になっているくぼみ１１の放射状に配置した提供される。更に、図７及び図８の場合のように、横に延びている幅広の予分配器が存在しないことは興味深い。
図９は、図８と同様の変形を示すが、ここではジジグザグ形状に延びて主として交差しないくぼみ１１を有する。ここでプレートは、カスケード型の構造が形成されるように横向きで外に向かって低くなっている。
【００９３】
図１０は、波型に延びて、そして相互に平行に走り、接続ポイント１０から離れて直線的に延びている２つのくぼみ１１から広がる横向きのくぼみを有する配置を示している。
図１１は、それぞれの接続ポイント１０から放射形状に広がり、そこに点列で配置されるくぼみ１１を示している。
図１２は、分配要素６'の表面上で、高架式の点列の間に形成されるようにして実現されたくぼみ１１を示している。
【００９４】
図１３は、分配要素６'上に屋根板の様式で上下に配置され、くぼみ１１のカスケード型の配置をもたらす平面構成要素を示している。
図１４は、分配要素６'が全体的な断面図において上向きのアーチ型である変形を示しており、従って先の図面とちょうど同じように凸型を示して、凹型を示す先に示した更なる実施の形態におけるデザインとは対照的である。ここで、くぼみ１１は、接合ポイント１０の一方から他方に曲線的に延びており、従って相互に向かって走っている。
【００９５】
図１５は、分配要素６'として平面プレートを再度示しており、図中、くぼみ１１もまた同様に、ここでは既に先に説明され、接合ポイント１０間を直接横向きに延びている幅広のくぼみ１２から広がって、相互に向かって走っており；しかしながらくぼみ１１は、全体が適当に角張って延びており、最初に幅が広がって次に末端部に向かって狭くなっている。加えてここでは、中央に幅広の更なるくぼみが、分配要素６'の反対側の長手方向端部まで延びているのが更に興味深い。
【００９６】
次に図１６は、分配要素６'を示しており、その代わり断面図が凸型となるようにデザインされ、実質的に角張って延びるくぼみ１１を有するが、それ以外は前述の実施の形態と同様にデザインされている。
図１７は、各接合ポイント１０から反対側の長手方向端部まで延びて、更に横向きに配置されたくぼみ１１により構築される各くぼみ１１を示している。
【００９７】
図１８は、それ自体は既に説明され、全体的に凸型に形成された断面形状を有する分配要素６'のデザインを示すが、平面図においては分配要素６'はほぼ貝型の形状を有している。
図１９は、平面図において、代わりに葉型形状を有する分配要素６'を示しており、ここではくぼみ１１は、相互に交差するよう配置されている。
図２０は、前述の実施の形態と同様の配置を示しているが、図中、くぼみ１１は、曲線的に延びているものの同様に相互に交差している。
【００９８】
図２１は、曲線状でかつ相互に交差するように構成され配置された多数のくぼみ１１を有する分配要素６'の構成を示している。
図２２は、直線的に延びているが、網状に配置されたくぼみ１１を有する分配要素６'を示しており、そのくぼみは部分的に広くなったり狭くなったりして、それによりその結果補助構造が与えられる。
【００９９】
図２３は、くぼみ１１と同様の構造が一連の点列により実現される平面状の分配要素を示しており、その点列の間にくぼみ１１が配置される。
図２４は、図１６に相当するが、凸型の代わりに凹型に湾曲したプレートを有する。
【０１００】
本発明に記載の多チャンバ式分配装置の場合において、１種類の活性物質流体に用の分配装置について現状から知られている分配メカニズムが、原則として利用可能であることが、上述で数回既に参照されている。
本発明の更なる教示により（それ自体は独立したものであるが）、しかしながら本特許出願は特に、数種、少なくとも２種の活性物質流体を分配するという観点から最適化されるが、１種類の活性物質流体用の分配装置としても使用可能な分配装置にも関する。
【０１０１】
図２５は、特に好都合にデザインされた洗浄用プレート、従って固定式分配要素６'をその程度まで示しており、再度同様にプレート型となるよう作成されてる。この分配装置の場合、ホルダ１中に提供された２つの保存容器２、３が存在する。しかしながら、純粋に構造的な点でこの配置は、たとえ保存容器２の１つだけの場合でさえも実現可能であることが同様に考えられる。
【０１０２】
分配要素６’が、一方では一方の長手方向端部１３から広がって、保存容器２；３の出口開口部４に対する接続ポイント１０が配置される接続領域１４中、他方では接続領域１４からほぼ反対側にある長手方向端部１５に到達する負荷領域７'中の上部に分配され、そして接続領域の表面が、締め付け、接合、又は密閉のために存在する個々の突出部、くぼみ、又は断絶部を除いて平坦になるよう形成されていることがここでは提供されている。分配要素６'の平坦な頂部は、保存容器２；３の出口開口部４の下縁部と分配要素６'の上部との間にギャップが正確に設定されて、活性物質流体の十分な分配及び負荷領域７'の十分な負荷が可能としている。従って接続領域１４においてできる限るの形状だけで、現状において実現される試みは、全体の配置の他のパラメータが好都合に設定さるかどうかが絶対に必要となるわけではないことが証明されている。
【０１０３】
図２５に示された実施の形態は、接続領域１４においては、全体的に平坦な面ではないが、締め付け、接続、又は密閉のために存在するような突出部、くぼみ、又は断絶部を除いては平坦な表面を示している。活性物質流体が分配する領域は平坦な表面であり、それゆえリブもチャネル有さず、また多孔性プレートでもないことが不可欠である。
図２５において認識可能な円形のポイントは、この分配要素６'をホルダ１（ここでは図示されていない）へ締め付けるのに役立つ。
【０１０４】
図示された実施の形態は、２つの保存容器２、３の共通のプレート型分配要素６'を示している。その目的のために、保存容器２、３の出口開口部４に対する接続ポイント１０は、次いで接続領域１４において相互に間隔を開けて隣接して配置される。たとえ異なる活性物質流体を混合する場合でも、ここに図示されている分配要素６'についての構造上の解決策が、実際に好都合であることが立証されている
【０１０５】
図２５は更に、接続領域１４の平坦な表面の幅広なストリップ部が、接続ポイント１０の外縁部と負荷領域７'との間に存在することを示している。
従って、分配要素６'の接続領域１４全体は、それによりリブ、チャンネル等がなくなり、全体的に平坦な表面を有する。
図示され、その程度に好ましい実施の形態は、前述で示された実施の形態において既に示されているように、押し開け式チップの形態として再度作成された接合ポイント１０を示している。
【０１０６】
固定式の分配要素６'を有する図示され好ましい実施の形態は、図２５において示されているが、活性物質流体の自由流動を防止する配置が、接続ポイント１０で押し開け式チップ等を包囲する、ここでは環状に包囲し、接続領域１４の表面から僅かに突出し、保存容器２；３の接続開口部４の下縁部１７が保持されるスペーサーが配置していることにより今や更に特徴付けられている。図２５においては、接続ポイント１０で押し開け式チップの周囲に円状に配置され、そのように配置されて、その間に、保存容器２；３の出口開口部４の下縁部がそこに装着可能であり、活性物質流体がスペーサ１６間の側面に流出可能であるようなギャップが開放させるスペーサ１６が認識可能である。同時に保存容器２；３中に流れ戻る空気用の流入領域も形成される。これは、ここでは現状（米国特許第４ ９９５ ５５５ Ａ号；ヨーロッパ特許第０ ７８５ ３１５ Ａ１号）で知られているように、粘性の活性物質流体と空気との古典的な動的協働（dynamic co-operation）である。ここではスペーサ１６は、分配装置の機能全体に要求される相互作用の特に好都合な構造的解決策を提供している。
【０１０７】
しかしながら、図２７が示すように、保存容器２の出口開口部４の下縁部１７が、保存容器２が取り付けられるときに、接続領域１４の分配要素６'の上部に装着される個々に僅かに軸方向に突出しているスペーサ１６'を有するスペーサ配列として構成される代替法もある。その結果スペーサ１６'は、平面上、保存容器２；３の下縁部１７で間隔が開いている。
【０１０８】
図２５において図示され、更に好ましい実施の形態は、分配要素６'が、接続領域１４の端部から負荷領域７'中に出て、ほぼ反対側にある長手方向端部１５まで達し、そして１種又は複数の活性物質流体の洗浄液中への流入に役立つくぼみ１１を有する。すべての可能となり得る実施の形態は、そのようなくぼみ１１についてはまた既に上述で更に示されているが、ここでは利用可能である。図示された実施の形態は、相互に平行に延びているくぼみ１１を示している。これらは数十年間、現状から知られている。
【０１０９】
図２６は、図２５で図示されるような分配要素６'を有する分配装置の垂直断面を示している。その場合、ホルダ１が、保存容器２又は保存容器２、３を受け入れるキャリア１８を有することが認識可能であり、負荷領域７'と対面する前壁１９は、接続領域１４から負荷領域７'への転位部において延びている。ホルダ１の前壁１９は、所望でない水の流入に対して保存容器２、３を遮断するのに役立つ。その結果、ここでは可能な限り水が流入できない可能な限り狭いギャップを形成するために、くぼみ１１が前壁１９の端部の下まで延びていることが推奨される。保存容器２、３中への所望でない水の流入というマイナスの結果は、更に上述で既に明確に説明されており、そうでなければ、現状における総合的分析の課題となる。
【０１１０】
図２５から、分配要素６'の負荷領域７'にあるくぼみ１１に関して、ホルダ１の前壁１９の位置は明らかである。図２６から更に、ここで図示された実施の形態において、キャリア１８がホルダ１と一体化した構成要素ではないが、ホルダ１中に挿入される分離した挿入部であることを明らかである。前壁１９はここでは、ホルダ１に構築されている。キャリア１８がホルダ１と一体化した構成要素であるならば、前壁１９は、明らかにホルダ１８に構築される。
【０１１１】
負荷領域７'にあるくぼみ１１の最上端部と前壁１９の端部との間に、僅かに狭いギャップ、好ましくは０.１〜０.４ｍｍのギャップ、特には、およそ０.２〜０.３ｍｍのギャップが存在することが提供されるのが好ましい。図２６は、これが示されている。
【０１１２】
図示された実施の形態は、特に示さない限り、図２６において分配要素６'の上部が、負荷領域７'にあるくぼみ１１の最も深い地点の深さで接続領域１４中に延びているという認識が可能である。従って活性物質流体は、末端部でくぼみ１１中に流入可能である。同時に前壁１９の端部より下方での水への接近の可能性は、可能な限り強力に制限される。特に示さない限り、ホルダ１の下側と接続領域１４における分配要素６'の表面との間の目に見える垂直方向のスペースがフリー領域となることが図２６において更に認識可能である。
【０１１３】
最後に図２５は、既に説明されるように、分配要素６'の上部が活性物質流体用の接続領域１４においては平坦であるが、特に示さない限り締め付け、接続、又は密閉のために存在するような個々の突出部を有し得ることをなおも示している。図２５は、密閉するために存在する突出部と同様に、接続領域１４において上部から僅かに上向きに突出している保護縁２０が別に形成されており、それが、特にこの側面でスペーサ１６を閉囲するために、接合ポイント１０の一方の長手方向端部１３と対向していることを示している。
【図面の簡単な説明】
【０１１４】
【図１】本発明に記載の分配装置の好ましい実施形態を示す平面図である。
【図２】線II−IIに沿った図１の装置の断面図である。
【図３】線III−IIIに沿った図２の装置の断面図である。
【図４】相互に平行に並んで延びて、末端部に向かって幅広になっているくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図５】図４に示す分配要素６'の平面図である。
【図６】相互に離れていく向きで、放射状の形状となるようにある程度配置されているくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図７】両方の接続ポイントに付随して、完全別々で相互に離れて延びるように配置されたくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図８】図７と類似の構成で、端部に向かって幅広になっているくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図９】ジジグザグ形状に延びて主として交差しないくぼみを有する図８と同様の分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１０】波型に延びて、そして相互に平行に走り、接続ポイントから離れて直線的に延びている２つのくぼみから広がる横向きのくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１１】それぞれの接続ポイントから放射形状に広がり、そこに点列で配置されるくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１２】分配要素の表面上で、高架式の点列の間に形成されるようにして実現されたくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１３】分配要素上に屋根板の様式で上下に配置され、くぼみ１１のカスケード型の配置をもたらす平面構成要素を有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１４】接合ポイントの一方から他方に曲線的に延びているくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１５】接合ポイント間を直接横向きに延びている幅広のくぼみから広がって、相互に向かって走るくぼみ、及び更に中央に幅広で反対側の長手方向端部まで延びるくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１６】断面図が凸型となるようにデザインされ、実質的に角張って延びるくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１７】ポイントから反対側の長手方向端部まで延びて、更に横向きに配置されたくぼみにより構築される各くぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１８】全体的に凸型に形成された断面形状で、平面がほぼ貝型の形状である分配要素の斜視図である。
【図１９】平面が葉型形状で、相互に交差するよう配置されたくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図２０】曲線的に延びて、相互に交差するくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図２１】図２１は、曲線状でかつ相互に交差するように構成され配置された多数のくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図２２】直線的に延びているが、網状に配置されたくぼみを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図２３】一連の点列でその点列の間にくぼみが配置される分配要素の斜視図である。
【図２４】図１６と同様であるが、凹型に湾曲したプレートを有する分配要素の斜視図である。
【図２５】特に好都合にデザインされた固定式の分配要素を示す。
【図２６】図２５に示された分配要素を有する分配装置の垂直断面図である。
【図２７】保存容器の下縁部、又は本発明に記載の分配装置の更に変更を加えた実施形態を示す。
【符号の説明】
【０１１５】
１ ホルダ、 ２ 保存容器、 ３ 保存容器、 ４ 出口開口部、 ５ 密閉要素、 ６ 作動要素、 ６' 分配要素、 ７ 負荷領域、 ８ 流出開口部、 ９ 底面プレート、 １０ 接続ポイント、 １１ くぼみ、 １２ くぼみ、 １３ 長手方向端部、 １４ 接続領域、 １５ 長手方向端部、 １６ スペーサ、 １７ 下縁部、 １８ キャリア、 １９ 前壁。[0001]
The invention relates to a dispensing device for distributing an active substance fluid in a flushing liquid in a toilet bowl, which has the features of the introduction part of claim 1.
[0002]
The term active substance fluid is liquid to viscous, and in certain cases gel-like, or even pasty, or granular, which is flowable and thus has a cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, bleaching or similar action. Or otherwise injectable active substance preparations (particularly indicated in German Patent DE 199 30 362 A1 (not previously published) and European Patents EP 0 775 741 A1 and EP 0 960 984 A2). ing).
[0003]
A common type of dispensing device is known in various forms under the "WC basket" claim. First of all, dispensers for one type of active substance fluid are known. The active substance fluid is disposed in a storage container and, if the storage container is mounted on a holder, an outlet opening is disposed on the bottom side so that it can be fixedly disposed or replaced in the holder. Has been inserted.
[0004]
In a dispensing device known firstly for one type of active substance fluid, the active substance fluid is loaded by a working element (for example an element made of open-cell foam) or a cleaning liquid, which is saturated together. It is delivered by a possible operating element (EP 785 315 A1). Here, the outlet opening of the storage container is largely closed after the closing element of the storage container is pushed out by a sealing element arranged in the holder in a fixed position, so that a flow path with a slightly smaller cross section Can be used for leaching of the active substance fluid. The device functions by utilizing the capillary effect of the open-cell foam material. Similar arrangements with rib-shaped plates serving to distribute are also known.
[0005]
In the case of both variants, it may at times be mentioned that it is not optimal that the active substance fluid can continue to seep out during the long periods of non-use of the toilet bowl, as a result of which the outlet opening is in principle open forever. .
Another dispensing device for one type of active substance fluid (DE 299 02 066 U1) has a sealing element in the storage container, which acts like a valve and closes the outlet opening. Aggressive closed closure settings are usually employed.
[0006]
This occurs under the effect of the gravity of the valve ball acting as a sealing element. This closure element is transferable to a biasing force to an open setting that slightly opens the outlet opening. An actuating element configured as a rocker and pivotally mounted on the pivot axis of the holder serves this purpose. The actuating element has, on one side of the shaft, a load area with a pan for cleaning liquid. The arm of the actuating element on the opposite side of the axis bears from below with respect to the sealing element. If the cleaning liquid acts on the affected area, the actuating element lifts the valve seat at the outlet opening using the actuating element and slightly opens the outlet opening. The active substance fluid can be leached from the outlet opening into the cleaning liquid flow through which the cleaning liquid flows through the sealing element, or is mixed into the cleaning liquid. A dispensing device similar to the dispensing device described previously can be seen from German Patent DE 199 30 362 A1, which has already been shown above but not heretofore disclosed, wherein the device has a single operating element. It has an arm lever, which is connected at one end to a holder, in which the sealing element is arranged between the end pivotally connected to the holder and the load area. This configuration corresponds in particular to a storage container which is arranged replaceably in the holder.
[0007]
In the case of using the previously described dispensing device of the general type, all components into which the toilet flushing liquid flows must usually be included in the active substance fluid. However, many active substance components cannot be realized in a connected, stably stored form. Therefore, a multi-chamber dispensing device has already been proposed (EP 0 960 984 A2). This known dispensing device serves to dispense at least two different or identical solid, gel-like, pasty or liquid media in the form of a liquid or an aqueous solution into the toilet bowl. The container has at least two separate chambers arranged adjacent to each other for storage of said medium and is arranged in a holder so as to be suspended at the rim of the toilet bowl. Each chamber has a dispensing device with a dispensing tube that exits into the environment at one free end through the bottom of the container and is fluid-directed closed by a cover at the opposite free end. The two chambers of the container can be filled with flushing water in a flow through a slot-like passage in the cover part and then flow siphonically or overflow into the toilet bowl by means of a distribution tube into which each active substance is mixed. I do. Separation of the chambers within the container has the advantage that different media can be used, or otherwise adversely affect each other in the desired effect if they are usually stored together in only one chamber Will be exerted. Further, the consistency of the media can vary in each chamber.
[0008]
In the dispensing device described above, the known "WC" is known in which the flushing water flowing from the top flows into the chamber containing the active substance fluid, pulls apart the active substance material, mixes the active substance material and flows back out of the chamber. The functional principle of "basket" is used. In that case, there is a problem that a considerable amount of liquid remains in the chamber due to the siphon action brought to the chamber. Thus, even when the cleaning process has been completed for a long time, the effect of the cleaning liquid on the active substance fluid in each chamber continues. The consumption of the active substance fluid cannot, in fact, be controlled in an optimal way.
[0009]
A two-chamber dispenser for similar or different gel-like active substance fluids is also known (WO 92/20876 A1), in which an outlet opening is made as a perforation at the bottom in a storage container. And is permanently open. Due to the viscosity and surface tension of the gel, the gel can usually flow spontaneously by gravity.
[0010]
The teaching is based on the problem of optimizing the previously described known dispensing device for dispensing an active substance from at least two mutually separate storage containers with respect to the possibility of controlling the distribution of the active substance fluid.
In the case of a dispensing device having the features of the introduction according to claim 1, the problem set out above is solved by the characterizing part of claim 1. According to the present invention, the storage container is prevented from flowing into the inside of the container, and only the active substance fluid flows out from the outlet opening of the storage container. This is achieved in that at the same time with each washing step, a distribution of a portion of the active substance derivative into the wash water takes place from each storage container.
[0011]
With respect to the solution of the series of problems defined above, an embodiment of the dispensing device according to the invention according to claim 16 is particularly advantageous. A positively closing outlet opening is advantageous in this concept, in particular for the purpose of setting a fixed volume of volume and for the purpose of protecting the active substance fluid in the storage container when not in use for a long time. is there.
[0012]
Although the technical principles of the individual dispensing devices have been described above, they are valid for implementing the present invention. Whether the two different active substance fluids are well mixed in the desired way before they are delivered into the wash water, or, in the case of incompatible active substance fluids, can be handled separately until discharge. Either. The construction of a fixed plate-type distribution element or of a movable plate-type actuating element on top is particularly noteworthy (state of the art: International Patent WO 99/66140 A; German Patent DE 199 12 217 A1).
[0013]
Preferred embodiments and developments of the teaching form the subject of the dependent claims.
Claim 49, in conjunction with the subsequent dependent claims, provides separate teachings which can be independently protected.
Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the following drawings.
FIG. 1 is a plan view showing a preferred embodiment of the dispensing device according to the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the device of FIG. 1 along line II-II.
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of the apparatus of FIG. 2 along the line III-III.
4 to 24 show various variants of a movable fixed plate-type distribution element corresponding to a movable plate-type actuation element.
FIG. 25 shows a dispensing element according to a further embodiment of the dispensing device.
FIG. 26 is a sectional view of a dispensing device having the dispensing element shown in FIG.
FIG. 27 shows a lower edge of a storage container or a further modified embodiment of the dispensing device according to the invention.
[0014]
The distribution device shown in FIGS. 1 to 3 serves to distribute at least two types of active substance fluids to the flushing liquid flowing into the toilet bowl. As to what should be understood in view of the teachings as active substance fluid, this has already been defined in the introduction to the detailed description of the invention and reference may be made thereto.
[0015]
The dispensing device comprises a holder 1, which is first suspendable at the edge of the toilet bowl, and at least two separate storage containers 2, 3 provided in the holder 1 and each for a separate active substance fluid. You. The active substance fluids may be corresponding, different, mutually compatible, or mutually incompatible active substance fluids. Two storage containers for one type of active substance fluid, or more storage containers for more active substance fluids, may be provided.
[0016]
According to the invention, suitable active substance fluids are, for example, aromatic phases, in particular scented aromatic phases. Such an aromatic phase usually comprises at least one fragrance, preferably a perfume oil, at least one surfactant or emulsifier, and water and, in certain cases, preservatives, thickeners, metal ions It contains additional ingredients such as blocking agents, colorants, additional surfactants or emulsifiers, stabilizers, descalers, and the like.
[0017]
According to the invention, also suitable active substance fluids are bleaching phases, in particular bleaching phases containing chlorine, for example hypochlorite-based bleaching phases, which bleaching phases other than the actual bleaching agent and water In addition, usually, if desired, further components such as a thickener, a surfactant or an emulsifier, a neutralizing agent, a coloring agent, a fragrance and the like can be contained.
[0018]
According to the invention, a further suitable active substance component is a descaling active substance phase, preferably an acidic descaling active substance phase. Such a descaling active substance phase may comprise, in addition to the actual descaler (which is preferably an organic or inorganic acid) and water, optionally further surfactants or emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances, preservatives and the like. Can be contained.
It is likewise possible to use, as active substance fluid, a highly concentrated surfactant phase, a so-called “foaming accelerator”. Such highly concentrated surfactant phases can also contain more common components besides surfactants.
[0019]
According to the invention, active substance fluids having an antimicrobial and / or antifungal and / or antiviral active substance phase are likewise suitable, wherein the active substance phase is used as its antimicrobial agent and / or In addition to the active substance acting as a fungicide and / or as an antiviral agent and water, it is possible, if desired, to contain further components such as surfactants or emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances, preservatives and the like.
[0020]
Furthermore, it is possible for the active substance to be an active substance phase containing enzymes. The active substance phase containing such enzymes may contain, in addition to the one or more enzymes and water, further ingredients such as surfactants or emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances, preservatives and the like, if desired. is there.
[0021]
Similarly, the active substance fluid used according to the invention can be an absorbent, in particular an odor-absorbing active substance phase. These can contain, in addition to the absorbent, in particular the odor absorbent and water, further components such as surfactants or emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances, preservatives and the like, if desired.
[0022]
The dispensing device according to the invention offers the possibility of using different active substance combinations in the storage containers 2, 3 according to a particular embodiment, and according to a preferred embodiment, of the storage containers 2, 3 One contains an aromatic phase, especially as defined above.
[0023]
For example, the active substance fluid combination used is a scented aromatic phase combined with hydrochloric acid bleach (not stable when stored together), combined with a highly concentrated surfactant phase (foaming accelerator) Aromatic phase combined with an acidic active substance phase to be descaled, aromatic phase combined with an antibacterial active substance phase, aromatic phase combined with an active substance phase containing various acid systems and enzymes, watercolor coloring Acid phase with scent combined with phase, aromatic phase with odor absorbing phase, acid phase with scent combined with available oxygen, acid phase with scent combined with active substance phase thickened with polyacrylate, etc. It is. Of particular interest in this case is a viscous to gel-like active substance having a viscosity in the range of thousands of mPas, in particular 2000 to 5000 mPas, preferably 2500 to 3500 mPas (Rotovisko LVT, hydrometer 2, 6 rpm, measured at 200 ° C.). Fluid.
[0024]
In the case of the illustrated dispensing device, each of the storage containers 2, 3 has an outlet opening 4 in the container itself to allow each active substance fluid to be dispersed in the cleaning liquid. In contrast to the current situation of forming a starting point for teaching, here the storage containers 2, 3 are in a state in which the cleaning liquid is prevented from flowing into the interior of the containers. As a result, the outlet openings 4 of the storage containers 2, 3 are arranged such that only the active substance is released. The distribution of a portion of the active substance fluid from each of the storage vessels 2, 3 into the washing liquid takes place in each washing step. In the embodiment shown, this is achieved by the outlet opening 4 of each storage container 2, 3 being arranged at the bottom in a normal setting and therefore as shown in FIG. The washing water that flows out always collides from the side on the storage containers 2 and 3.
[0025]
There are various possibilities for the arrangement and mounting of the storage containers 2, 3 in the holder 1. To that extent, in the embodiment shown in the figures, it is provided that the storage containers 2, 3 are mounted in the container 1 so as to be individually replaceable or are mountable. Alternatively, the storage containers 2, 3 are connected by an adapter or the like, and they are configured in the holder 1, and thus integrally mounted. As a further alternative, the storage containers 2, 3 are directly connected and configured in the holder 1 so that they are directly integrated and mounted. Eventually, it is conceivable to construct the storage containers 2, 3 in a common single housing, for example as separate chambers in a combined housing, and then attach them in that form to the holder 1. One or other variants can be selected depending on the practical priority and the active substance fluid used.
[0026]
The storage containers 2, 3 are designed so that they can be individually refilled by means of refilling openings equipped with valves, respectively, if desired, as indicated in the state of the art (German Patent DE 299 02 066 U1, German Patent DE 199 15 322 A1). It is possible. In particular, in this case the storage containers 2, 3 can also be fixedly mounted or configured in the container 1, so that a single arrangement, which is itself closed, can be chosen. However, the described embodiment shows the storage containers 2, 3 as replaceable single-use containers, which are in fact very widely known. The described and preferred embodiment shows storage containers 2, 3 arranged adjacent to each other in a holder 1. The same applies to the arrangement in which the storage containers 2, 3 are arranged one behind the other. Alternatively, it is provided that storage containers 2, 3 are arranged one above the other for the purpose of cascading product delivery.
[0027]
The described and preferred embodiment is furthermore such that the storage containers 2, 3, which are in this case individually replaceable, can be mounted in the container 1 by plugging (in the use setting) in the manner described above. Is shown. A wide variety of other fixation possibilities are alternatively problematic. For example, it is conceivable to push the storage containers 2, 3 into the holder 1 from the side. It is also conceivable to arrange the storage containers 2, 3 from the side in the holder 1 and then to install them around a swivel axis for swiveling. Depending on the configuration of the outlet opening 4 and its closing method, one or other variants may be selected.
[0028]
In principle, very viscous gels or pastes, which cannot flow independently, can be used as active substance fluid. In this case, it may be recommended that the storage containers 2, 3 have flexible walls or a flexible wall in their entirety, in which the release of the active substance fluid takes place by the pressure load of the storage containers 2, 3. This pressure load can use any suitable mechanism, for example, via a flushing flushing liquid.
[0029]
It has already been mentioned above that in the case of the multichamber dispenser according to the invention, in principle, the dispensing mechanisms known from the state of the art for dispensers for one type of active substance fluid can be used. . To that extent, a configuration possibility applicable in the case of the present invention is that a plate-type dispensing element is provided in the holder 1 and has a load area through which the cleaning liquid flows during the cleaning process, The interior of the storage containers 2, 3 is arranged in constant contact with the distribution element by an outlet opening 4, which optionally has an insert in an arrangement for preventing free flow of the active substance fluid. According to a particularly preferred embodiment, a plate-type distribution element is connected in common with all storage containers 2, 3.
[0030]
The described and preferred embodiment shows a solution that operates actively with a closed sealing element. Here, the opening 4 is arranged at the bottom of the storage containers 2, 3, but is closed in particular by a sealing element 5. The closure element 5 can be biased to a closed setting in which the outlet opening 4 is closed, and can be transferred to an open setting in which the outlet opening 4 is slightly opened against the biasing force.
[0031]
In response to the displacement of the sealing element 5, it cooperates with the sealing element 5, and in a short-term load due to the force through the cleaning liquid to the extent that the sealing element 5 temporarily adopts the open setting against the biasing force in each cleaning step. An actuating element 6 is provided. To that end, the load area 7 which is acted upon by the cleaning liquid during the cleaning process and thus impinges on the cleaning liquid during the cleaning process is arranged on the actuating element 6. The actuating element 6 is configured as a one-armed lever having one end pivotally connected to the holder 1. The sealing element 5 is arranged on the actuating element 6 at a certain distance from the load area 7. Due to the one-arm configuration of the lever forming the actuating element 6 (FIG. 3), the effective direction of the force exerted by the cleaning liquid coincides with the opening direction of the sealing element 5. Thereby, the sealing element 5 can be lifted from below through the outlet openings 4 of the storage containers 2, 3. Therefore, it is possible to replaceably attach to the storage containers 2, 3 without special structural features without further measures.
[0032]
In the embodiment described, the sealing element 5 is arranged between the end of the actuating element 6 which is pivotally connected to the holder 1 and the load area 7. The opening of the sealing element 5 is therefore relatively small and the opening takes place only with a very small gap as desired. Furthermore, this gap is opened asymmetrically, ie, opens more strongly in the direction of the load zone 7, with a suitable design of the sealing element 5, so that the available substance fluid flows out preferentially in this direction. It is in the direction of the washing liquid, after which the available substance fluids mix appropriately. The active substance fluid can therefore flow in the direction of the load zone 7 above the actuating element 6 and is already mixed with the flushing liquid flowing out by this dew.
[0033]
It is possible to provide a sealing element 5 formed integrally with the actuation element 6. This is recommended especially when the actuating element 6 is designed from a pourable plastic material. Furthermore, the holder 1 can be constructed in a particularly preferred manner from a plastics material, in particular a pourable plastics material, preferably a thermoplastic synthetic material. As a whole, the actuating element 6 can be formed integrally with the holder 1 and the biasing force can be created by the inherent elasticity of the actuating element 6.
[0034]
The described and preferred embodiment is now described in that the actuating element 6 is connected in common with the sealing element 5 to at least two storage containers 2, 3 and preferably to all storage containers 2, 3. , Especially distinguished. In the plan view of FIG. 1, a wide actuating element 6 is recognizable, which is likewise from a plate-type configuration with a wide pan-shaped load region 7 and a small outflow opening 8 recognizable therein. And all of them are in the frame type bottom plate 9 of the holder 1. The arrangement of the outlet openings 4 in the storage containers 2, 3 is adapted to the storage container. In particular, these containers are configured asymmetrically with the outlet opening 4 offset with respect to the center of the entire dispensing device (FIG. 2). The active substance outlet is thereby concentrated in a relatively narrowly formed area, despite the provision of two storage containers 2,3.
[0035]
Finally, the distribution of the active substance fluid from the different storage vessels 2, 3 is controlled in a special way, but is determined and / or such that the flow cross section at the outlet opening 4 and / or the sealing element 5 is different. Alternatively, it can be realized by being set.
Finally, there are a number of design possibilities for the dispensing device described, in terms of construction, in particular with regard to the arrangement and formation of the outlet opening and the sealing element. In this connection, the applicant's similar patent application has been filed concurrently, and the contents of the disclosure can be referred to. In particular, simultaneous metering or metering delayed in time can be achieved with the same or different concentrations from different storage containers.
[0036]
The present invention is further described by reference to the following examples, which do not limit the invention in any way. Combinations of different active substance fluids for the storage containers 2, 3 of the dispensing device according to the invention are shown in the following examples.
[0037]
1) Aroma phase with fragrance combined with chlorine bleach: In practice, this is not feasible in a one-tank system due to storage stability
a)Aromatic phase
composition;
[Table 1]

[0038]
Generation;
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0039]
b) Bleaching phase containing chlorine (approximately 1% active chlorine)
composition;
[Table 2]

[0040]
Generation;
Water is provided. Pour in thickener at medium to high rotation speed (approximately 800 rpm) (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if polymer particles are still present, additional agitation is required. Thereafter, Oxyrite is added. Neutralize the solution with NaOH. To maximize the viscosity, the pH value must be set to 12.5 or higher. Reduce the rotation speed, add the Na-hypochlorous acid solution and stir well.
[0041]
2) Highly scented aromatic phase combined with foaming accelerator phase
a) Aromatic phase with high fragrance content
composition;
[Table 3]

[0042]
Generation;
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0043]
b)Betaine / Highly concentrated surface-active phase thickened by chlorine.
composition:
[Table 4]

[0044]
Generation;
Water is provided. Dissolve the colorant and preservative, then add the surfactant and stir well. Set the viscosity using NaCl.
[0045]
3) Aromatic phase combined with acid to descale active substance phase
a) Aromatic phase
composition;
[Table 5]

[0046]
Generate:
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0047]
b)Descaled acid phase thickened by polysaccharide
composition;
[Table 6]

[0048]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume and citric acid are added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0049]
4) Aromatic phase combined with antimicrobial active substance phase
a)Formulation foam activated by aromatic phase / ABS
composition;
[Table 7]

[0050]
Generation;
20-25 ° C warm water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0051]
b)Antibacterial phase
composition;
[Table 8]

[0052]
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0053]
5) Different acid systems with high descaling activity
a)Lactic acid phase
composition;
[Table 9]

[0054]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the fragrance and lactic acid are added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0055]
b)Citric acid phase / nio- Surfactant based
composition;
[Table 10]

[0056]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume and citric acid are added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0057]
6) Aromatic phase in combination with an active substance phase containing enzymes
a)Aromatic phase
composition;
[Table 11]

[0058]
Generation;
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0059]
b)Enzyme phase
composition;
[Table 12]

[0060]
Generation;
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0061]
7) Scented acid phase combined with active substance phase to color wash water
a)Acid phase
composition;
[Table 13]

[0062]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume and acid are added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0063]
b)Washing aqueous phase colored / trisodium citrate as sequestrant
composition;
[Table 14]

[0064]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume and citric acid are added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0065]
8) Aromatic phase combined with odor absorbing active substance phase
a)Aromatic phase
composition;
[Table 15]

[0066]
Generation;
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0067]
b)Absorbent phase
composition;
[Table 16]

[0068]
Generation;
Warm water at 20-25 ° C is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. Leave the stirrer running for approximately 60 minutes of swelling time (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if pinholes are still present, additional stirring is required. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Finally, the perfume is added and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0069]
9) Scented acid phase combined with active substance phase with available oxygen
a)Acid phase with available oxygen
composition;
[Table 17]

[0070]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. The perfume and acid are added, and finally the stabilizer and hydrogen peroxide are added, and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0071]
b)Aromatic phase
composition;
[Table 18]

[0072]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. Add flavor and acid and check batch for release parameters.
[0073]
10) Acid phase with fragrance combined with active substance phase thickened with polyacryl
a)Acid phase with available oxygen
composition;
[Table 19]

[0074]
Generation;
Water is provided. Add colorant and preservative with continued stirring and continue to dissolve for 5 minutes. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotational speed. The stirrer is left running for a swelling time of approximately 60 minutes. A surfactant is added, followed by an alcohol. The perfume and acid are added, and finally the stabilizer and hydrogen peroxide are added, and the batch is checked for release parameters.
[0075]
b)Active phase thickened with polyacrylate
composition;
[Table 20]

[0076]
Generation;
Water is provided. Pour the thickener at medium to high rotation speed (approximately 800 rpm) (test by glass plate test for pinholes); if polymer particles are still present, additional agitation is required. Neutralize the solution with NaOH. Reduce the rotation speed, add perfume and stir well.
[0077]
By itself, independent and according to the further teachings found by the expression in accordance with claim 34 et seq. Of the present invention, the top form of a fixed plate-type distribution element 6 'or a corresponding movable plate-type actuation element 6 Is considered. This is shown in connection with a diagram based on a fixed plate-type dispensing element 6 'with a load area through which the washing liquid flows during the washing process, in which the interior of the storage containers 2, 3 is optionally provided. The arrangement for preventing free flow of the active substance fluid is always connected to the distribution element 6 ′ by means of the respective interposed outlet openings 4. It can be easily guessed how the deformation presented here can be moved corresponding to the plate-type movable actuation element 6.
[0078]
As the appropriate situation has already indicated (eg WO 99/66140 A), the plate-type dispensing element 6 ′ is provided at the upper longitudinal end with respect to the storage container 2 or 3, at the outlet opening of the container. It has a connection point 10 for the part 4. In the illustrated example of an embodiment, the connection points 10 are made in a star or conical shape, such as in the form of a push-out tip. In the case of an active substance fluid of suitable viscosity, the desired cooperation results here in each case in a targeted distribution of a portion of the active substance fluid into the cleaning liquid.
[0079]
The connection points 10 are arranged here at regular intervals adjacent to each other, here near the longitudinal end, and the upper distribution element 6 ′ extends from the connection point 10 to a substantially opposite longitudinal end. It is now provided to have a recess 11 reaching the directional end and serving to distribute the active substance fluid into the cleaning liquid.
[0080]
The indentations 11 have a channel-like, preferably U-shaped, V-shaped, W-shaped or semi-circular cross-section so as to be able to properly fulfill the function of distributing the active substance fluid into the cleaning liquid, Alternatively, it is recommended to form the depressions 11 as a series of point-like depressions or as intermediate spaces between rows of point-like or striped protrusions. In that case, it may be provided to make the depression 11 wider or narrower towards the end of the depression.
[0081]
In the embodiment according to the distribution element 6 'of FIGS. 4 and 5, the recesses 11 are formed to be channel-shaped, these recesses 11 becoming wider towards the ends of the recesses.
Furthermore, it can be provided that the depressions 11 are arranged so that they extend linearly and / or parallel to one another or in a radial shape, curve, zigzag, undulate or cascade. In the embodiment of FIGS. 4 and 5, the depressions extend linearly and parallel to one another.
If it is desired to avoid premature premixing of the active substance fluid, it may be provided that the depressions 11 extending from, or associated with, different connection points 10 do not cross or substantially do not cross each other.
[0082]
Alternatively, it is possible to prepare for the active substance fluid of different storage containers 2, 3 which are premixed relatively quickly. If the depressions 11 extending from the connection points 10 are arranged so that they intersect each other or at least partially extend towards each other, this may serve its purpose. Furthermore, mutually intersecting depressions 11 can be used as well.
[0083]
4 and 5 show a specific embodiment as already provided that the connection points 10 are directly interconnected near their longitudinal ends by at least one laterally extending recess 12. To the extent of. Thereby, cross-mixing is achieved on a relatively wide recess 12 in the lower region of the storage containers 2,3.
[0084]
Similarly, there are various possibilities for the design of the dispensing element 6 'or for the actuation element 6, which is an alternative design variant. Initially, it can be provided that the distribution element 6 'or the actuation element 6 is formed to be approximately rectangular, square, circular, oval or elliptical in plan view. The distribution element 6 'described by the embodiment in FIGS. 4 and 5 is formed to be approximately rectangular in plan view.
[0085]
However, other designs having other shapes in plan view are also feasible, for example, in which the distributing element 6 'or the actuating element 6 has a roughly shell-shaped, flower-shaped, leaf-shaped, butterfly-shaped, fruit-piece in plan view. It is realized by a method formed to have a shape or the like.
[0086]
Similarly, there are various possibilities for the design of the distribution element 6 'in the cross-section. There are no restrictions on the planar shape. Inclined or corrugated shapes can also be categorized under the term "plate type". In particular, the distributing element 6 'or the actuating element 6 is formed in its entirety such that its cross section extends in a concave, convex, curvilinear, shell-like, cascading or funnel-shaped cross section. This is feasible for each section of the connection point 10.
[0087]
With regard to the choice of material, plastic materials, in particular also hygienically suitable plastic materials, for example polypropylene, are recommended for the distribution element 6 '. Obviously, other materials are also selectable, as long as they can be properly equipped for the purpose of use. In particular, sintered materials, in particular sintered plastic materials, are also recommended here and, due to their porosity, relate to a further preservation and mixing function, and to a means for foaming the cleaning liquid mixed with the active substance fluid. It is possible to have a function. For materials such as ceramics, glass, metals or, in particular, for unusual deformations, properly equipped wood is also clearly an alternative.
[0088]
Further details of the design of the distribution element 6 '(or the actuation element 6) have been proposed. First of all, it can be recommended that the number of depressions on the distribution element 6 'or the actuation element 6 totals from 2 to 10, preferably from 10 to 50. It is further proposed that the width of the surface depression 11 is between 0.5 and 5.0 mm, preferably between 1.0 and 2.0 mm. Finally, it is recommended that the depth of the recess 11 be between 0.2 mm and 4.0 mm, preferably between 0.5 mm and 2.0 mm.
[0089]
For the design of the distribution element 6 'in terms of size, the total area of the distribution element 6' or the actuation element 6 is 500 mm²~ 8,000mm², Preferably 2,000 mm²~ 4,000mm²It is recommended that
Various variants of the distribution element 6 'are shown in FIGS. 4 to 24 and will be described again in more detail below.
[0090]
FIG. 4 shows a perspective view of a dispensing element 6 ′ having depressions 11 extending side by side parallel to one another and widening towards the distal end. All of these extend laterally near the longitudinal end, connect with the connection point 10 and extend from a wide recess 12 having the function of a pre-distributor and pre-mixer.
FIG. 5 shows a plan view of the distribution element 6 ′ shown in FIG.
[0091]
FIG. 6 shows a perspective view of a further distributing element 6 ′, which is in principle configured in the same way as the previously described embodiment. However, the depressions 11 are arranged to some extent so as to have a radial shape in a direction away from each other.
FIG. 7 shows an arrangement in which the depressions 11 are arranged so as to be completely separate and separated from each other, associated with both connection points. In particular, the depressions here extend in an arched or curvilinear manner, and the plates are convex arched.
[0092]
FIG. 8 again shows an arrangement similar to that of FIG. 7, as long as the depressions 11 communicate separately and separately from the individual connection points 10. Here, for each of them is provided a radial arrangement of indentations 11 which widen towards the end. Further, it is interesting that there is no wide pre-distributor extending laterally, as in the case of FIGS.
FIG. 9 shows a variant similar to that of FIG. 8, but here having a depression 11 which extends in a zigzag shape and does not mainly intersect. Here, the plate is laterally outwardly lowered so as to form a cascaded structure.
[0093]
FIG. 10 shows an arrangement having a transverse depression extending from two depressions 11 running in a corrugated shape and running parallel to each other and extending linearly away from the connection point 10.
FIG. 11 shows the depressions 11 radiating from the respective connection points 10 and arranged there in a series of dots.
FIG. 12 shows a depression 11 realized on the surface of the distribution element 6 ′, formed between elevated points.
[0094]
FIG. 13 shows the planar components arranged one above the other on the distribution element 6 ′ in the manner of a shingle, resulting in a cascaded arrangement of the depressions 11.
FIG. 14 shows a variant in which the distribution element 6 ′ is arched upward in overall cross-section, thus showing the convex shape just as in the previous drawing, and showing the concave shape shown earlier. This is in contrast to the design in certain embodiments. Here, the depressions 11 extend curvilinearly from one of the joining points 10 to the other, and thus run towards each other.
[0095]
FIG. 15 again shows a planar plate as the distribution element 6 ′, in which the depressions 11 are likewise already described earlier here, and the wide depressions 12 extending directly laterally between the joining points 10. But running towards each other; however, the depressions 11 extend entirely at an appropriate angle, first widening and then narrowing towards the distal end. In addition, it is more interesting here that a further wide depression in the middle extends to the opposite longitudinal end of the distribution element 6 '.
[0096]
FIG. 16 then shows the distribution element 6 ′, which is instead designed to have a convex cross section and has a substantially angularly extending recess 11, but otherwise differs from the previous embodiment. Designed similarly.
FIG. 17 shows each recess 11 extending from each junction point 10 to the opposite longitudinal end and being constructed by further laterally arranged recesses 11.
[0097]
FIG. 18 shows the design of a distributing element 6 'which has already been described and has a generally convex cross-sectional shape, but in plan view the distributing element 6' has a generally shell-shaped shape. are doing.
FIG. 19 shows, in plan view, a distribution element 6 ′ instead having a leaf-shaped configuration, in which the depressions 11 are arranged to intersect one another.
FIG. 20 shows an arrangement similar to that of the above-described embodiment. In the figure, the depressions 11 extend in a curved manner but also intersect each other.
[0098]
FIG. 21 shows a configuration of a distribution element 6 ′ having a number of depressions 11 arranged and arranged in a curved and mutually intersecting manner.
FIG. 22 shows a dispensing element 6 ′ having rectilinearly extending, but reticulated, depressions 11, which depressions can be partially widened or narrowed, and consequently assisted. The structure is given.
[0099]
FIG. 23 shows a planar distribution element in which a structure similar to the depression 11 is realized by a series of points, and the depression 11 is arranged between the points.
FIG. 24 corresponds to FIG. 16, but has a concavely curved plate instead of a convex.
[0100]
In the case of the multichamber dispenser according to the invention, the dispensing mechanism known from the state of the art for dispensers for one type of active substance fluid is, in principle, available, as mentioned above several times. Is referenced.
With the further teachings of the present invention (although it is independent in itself), however, the present patent application is particularly optimized in terms of dispensing several, at least two, active substance fluids, The present invention also relates to a dispensing device which can be used as a dispensing device for active substance fluids.
[0101]
FIG. 25 shows, to that extent, a particularly conveniently designed washing plate, and thus a fixed dispensing element 6 ′, again made in plate form. In the case of this dispensing device, there are two storage containers 2, 3 provided in a holder 1. However, it is equally conceivable that this arrangement is purely structurally feasible even with only one of the storage containers 2.
[0102]
The distribution element 6 ′ extends on the one hand from one longitudinal end 13 and in the connection area 14 where the connection point 10 to the outlet opening 4 of the storage container 2; 3 is arranged, on the other hand substantially opposite to the connection area 14. Dispensed at the top in the load area 7 'reaching the longitudinal end 15 on the side and the surface of the connection area has individual protrusions, depressions or breaks present for clamping, joining or sealing It is provided here that it is formed flat except for. The flat top of the dispensing element 6 ′ is such that a gap is precisely set between the lower edge of the outlet opening 4 of the storage container 2; 3 and the top of the dispensing element 6 ′ to ensure a sufficient distribution of the active substance fluid And a sufficient load in the load region 7 'is possible. Thus, with the smallest possible shape in the connection area 14, attempts realized in the current state have proved that it is not absolutely necessary whether the other parameters of the overall arrangement are set conveniently.
[0103]
The embodiment shown in FIG. 25 does not have a generally flat surface in the connection area 14 except for any protrusions, depressions or breaks that are present for tightening, connecting or sealing. Shows a flat surface. It is essential that the area in which the active substance fluid distributes is a flat surface and therefore has no ribs or channels and is not a porous plate.
The circular points recognizable in FIG. 25 serve to clamp this dispensing element 6 'to the holder 1 (not shown here).
[0104]
The illustrated embodiment shows a common plate-type distribution element 6 ′ of the two storage containers 2, 3. For that purpose, the connection points 10 for the outlet openings 4 of the storage containers 2, 3 are then arranged adjacent to one another in the connection area 14. Even when mixing different active substance fluids, the structural solution for the distribution element 6 'shown here has proven to be practically advantageous.
[0105]
FIG. 25 further shows that a wide strip of the flat surface of the connection area 14 exists between the outer edge of the connection point 10 and the load area 7 ′.
Thus, the entire connection area 14 of the distribution element 6 'is thereby free of ribs, channels etc. and has a generally flat surface.
The embodiment shown and to a much lesser extent shows the joining point 10 recreated in the form of a punch-out tip, as already shown in the embodiment shown above.
[0106]
An illustrated and preferred embodiment with a fixed dispensing element 6 ′ is shown in FIG. 25, but an arrangement for preventing free flow of the active substance fluid surrounds the push-on tip or the like at the connection point 10. It is now further characterized by the arrangement of a spacer, which here surrounds the ring, projects slightly from the surface of the connection area 14 and holds the lower edge 17 of the connection opening 4 of the storage container 2; ing. In FIG. 25, the lower edge of the outlet opening 4 of the storage container 2; 3 is mounted therein, while being arranged in a circle around the push-out tip at the connection point 10 and so arranged. Possible spacers 16 are recognizable, with gaps opening such that the active substance fluid can escape to the sides between the spacers 16. At the same time, an inflow area for air flowing back into the storage containers 2; 3 is also formed. This is due to the classical dynamic cooperation of viscous active substance fluids with air, as is known here at present (U.S. Pat. No. 4,995,555 A; EP 0 785 315 A1). dynamic co-operation). Here, the spacer 16 provides a particularly advantageous structural solution of the interaction required for the overall function of the dispensing device.
[0107]
However, as FIG. 27 shows, the lower edge 17 of the outlet opening 4 of the storage container 2 is only slightly attached to the upper part of the distribution element 6 ′ of the connection area 14 when the storage container 2 is mounted. There are also alternatives that are configured as spacer arrays with spacers 16 'projecting in the axial direction. As a result, the spacers 16 ′ are spaced apart in the plane at the lower edge 17 of the storage container 2; 3.
[0108]
A further preferred embodiment, illustrated in FIG. 25, shows that the distribution element 6 ′ emerges from the end of the connection area 14 into the load area 7 ′ and reaches a generally opposite longitudinal end 15, and It has a recess 11 that helps the seed or active substance fluids to flow into the cleaning liquid. All possible embodiments are available here, although such recesses 11 have also already been shown above. The illustrated embodiment shows recesses 11 extending parallel to one another. These have been known for decades.
[0109]
FIG. 26 shows a vertical section of a dispensing device having a dispensing element 6 ′ as illustrated in FIG. In that case, it can be seen that the holder 1 has a carrier 18 for receiving the storage container 2 or the storage containers 2, 3, and the front wall 19 facing the load region 7 ′ from the connection region 14 to the load region 7 ′. At the dislocation. The front wall 19 of the holder 1 serves to shut off the storage containers 2, 3 against unwanted inflow of water. As a result, it is recommended here that the recess 11 extends beneath the end of the front wall 19 in order to form as narrow a gap as possible in which water cannot flow. The negative consequences of unwanted water inflow into the storage containers 2, 3 are already already clearly explained above, or else they are subject to comprehensive analysis in the current situation.
[0110]
From FIG. 25, the position of the front wall 19 of the holder 1 is clear with respect to the recess 11 in the load area 7 'of the distribution element 6'. It is further clear from FIG. 26 that, in the embodiment shown here, the carrier 18 is not a component integrated with the holder 1, but is a separate insert inserted into the holder 1. The front wall 19 is here built on the holder 1. If the carrier 18 is an integral component of the holder 1, the front wall 19 is obviously built on the holder 18.
[0111]
A slightly narrow gap, preferably between 0.1 and 0.4 mm, between the top edge of the recess 11 and the edge of the front wall 19 in the load zone 7 ', in particular between approximately 0.2 and 0,0 It is preferably provided that a gap of 0.3 mm is present. FIG. 26 illustrates this.
[0112]
The illustrated embodiment recognizes that, unless otherwise indicated, in FIG. 26 the upper part of the distribution element 6 ′ extends into the connection area 14 at the depth of the deepest point of the depression 11 in the load area 7 ′. Is possible. The active substance fluid can thus flow into the recess 11 at the end. At the same time, the possibility of access to water below the end of the front wall 19 is limited as strongly as possible. Unless otherwise indicated, it can further be seen in FIG. 26 that the visible vertical space between the underside of the holder 1 and the surface of the distribution element 6 'in the connection area 14 is a free area.
[0113]
Finally, FIG. 25 shows that, as already explained, the upper part of the distribution element 6 ′ is flat in the connection area 14 for the active substance fluid, but is present for tightening, connecting or sealing unless otherwise indicated. It is still shown that such individual protrusions can be provided. FIG. 25 shows that a protective edge 20 projecting slightly upward from the top is separately formed in the connection area 14, similar to the projection present for sealing, which closes the spacer 16, in particular on this side. It is shown facing one of the longitudinal ends 13 of the joining point 10 for enclosing.
[Brief description of the drawings]
[0114]
FIG. 1 is a plan view showing a preferred embodiment of a dispensing device according to the present invention.
2 is a sectional view of the device of FIG. 1 along the line II-II.
FIG. 3 is a sectional view of the device of FIG. 2 along the line III-III.
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a dispensing element having recesses extending side by side parallel to each other and widening towards the distal end.
5 is a plan view of the distribution element 6 ′ shown in FIG.
FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a dispensing element having depressions that are spaced apart from each other and are partially arranged in a radial shape.
FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a dispensing element associated with both connection points and having depressions arranged to extend completely apart and away from each other.
FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a dispensing element having a recess that widens toward the end in a configuration similar to FIG. 7;
FIG. 9 is a perspective view of a dispensing element similar to FIG. 8 with depressions that extend in a zigzag configuration and do not primarily intersect.
FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a distributing element having a transverse recess extending from two recesses extending in a corrugated shape and running parallel to each other and extending linearly away from the connection point.
FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a distributing element having depressions that extend radially from respective connection points and are arranged in a point array there.
FIG. 12 is a perspective view of a dispensing element having depressions realized as formed between elevated points on the surface of the dispensing element.
FIG. 13 is a perspective view of a distribution element having planar components arranged one above the other in the manner of a shingle on the distribution element, resulting in a cascaded arrangement of the depressions 11;
FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a dispensing element having depressions that extend curvilinearly from one of the joining points to the other.
FIG. 15 is a perspective view of a dispensing element having recesses running toward each other, extending from wide recesses extending directly laterally between the joining points, and further having a centrally extending recess extending to the opposite longitudinal end. FIG.
FIG. 16 is a perspective view of a dispensing element designed to be convex in cross section and having a substantially angularly extending recess.
FIG. 17 is a perspective view of the dispensing element extending from the point to the opposite longitudinal end and having each recess constructed by further laterally disposed recesses.
FIG. 18 is a perspective view of a distribution element having a generally convex cross-sectional shape and a generally shell-shaped flat surface.
FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a distributing element having a leaf-shaped plane and having depressions arranged to intersect each other.
FIG. 20 is a perspective view of a distribution element having curvilinearly extending and intersecting depressions.
FIG. 21 is a perspective view of a dispensing element having multiple indentations configured and arranged to be curved and intersect with each other.
FIG. 22 is a perspective view of a dispensing element that extends in a straight line but has a network of recesses.
FIG. 23 is a perspective view of a distribution element in which a series of points are arranged with depressions between the points.
FIG. 24 is a perspective view of a dispensing element similar to FIG. 16, but having a concavely curved plate.
FIG. 25 shows a particularly conveniently designed fixed dispensing element.
FIG. 26 is a vertical sectional view of a dispensing device having the dispensing element shown in FIG. 25.
FIG. 27 shows a lower edge of a storage container or a further modified embodiment of the dispensing device according to the invention.
[Explanation of symbols]
[0115]
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Holder, 2 Storage container, 3 Storage container, 4 Exit opening, 5 Sealing element, 6 Working element, 6 'Distributing element, 7 Load area, 8 Outflow opening, 9 Bottom plate, 10 Connection point, 11 Recess, 12 Indentation, 13 longitudinal end, 14 connection area, 15 longitudinal end, 16 spacer, 17 lower edge, 18 carrier, 19 front wall.

Claims (60)

A dispensing device for distributing an active substance fluid in a flushing liquid in a toilet bowl, provided in a holder (1) suspendable at the rim of the toilet bowl and in the holder (1), respectively for each active substance fluid. Having at least two storage containers (2, 3) separated from each other, each storage container (2, 3) having an outlet opening (4) through which each active substance fluid can be distributed in the washing liquid. Each having its own, storage containers (2, 3) are protected from the influx of washing liquid into the interior of the containers, and the outlet openings (4) of the storage containers (2, 3) drain only the active substance fluid And a dispensing device characterized in that each washing step is arranged such that a dispensing of a portion of the active substance fluid from each storage container (2, 3) into the washing liquid takes place. 2. Dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that the outlet opening (4) of the storage container (2, 3) is arranged at the bottom in a normal setting. Dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) are mounted or can be mounted in the holder (1) so as to be individually replaceable. Dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) are connected using an adapter or the like and can be so connected and mounted in the holder (1). The dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) are directly connected and can be so connected and mounted in the holder (1). Dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) are formed in a common single housing. 7. The storage container (2, 3) is characterized in that it is individually refillable by a respective refill opening and is fixedly arranged or formed in the holder (1), if desired. A dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims. Dispensing device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) are arranged adjacent to each other on the holder (1). Dispensing device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) are arranged one above the other on the holder (1). Distribution device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage container (2, 3) is mounted in the holder (1) in the above-described manner by plugging in. Distribution device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) can be mounted in the holder (1) by pushing in from the side. The dispensing device according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) can be mounted in the holder (1) by being arranged and pivoted on the sides. The storage container (2, 3) has a flexible wall or a generally flexible wall, in which the release of the active substance fluid is carried out by the pressure load of the storage container (2, 3). The dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that: A plate-type dispensing element (6 ') is provided in the holder (1), having a load area (7') through which the washing liquid flows during the washing process, and the interior of the storage containers (2, 3) being as desired 14. The arrangement according to claim 1, characterized in that an arrangement for preventing free flow of the active substance fluid is inserted by means of the outlet opening (4) and is always connected to the distribution element (6 '). A dispensing device according to claim 1. Claim: The plate-type distribution element (6 ') is characterized in that it is provided in common for at least two storage containers (2, 3), preferably for all storage containers (2, 3). 15. The dispensing device according to 14. An outlet opening (4) arranged at the bottom of the storage container (2, 3) is closed by a sealing element (5), and the sealing element (5) is biased to close the outlet opening (4). A closed setting, adjustable to an open setting which slightly opens the outlet opening (4) against its biasing force and cooperates with the sealing element (5) for adjustment of the sealing element (5) An actuating element (5) which can be temporarily loaded with the force of the cleaning liquid to the extent that the sealing element (5) temporarily assumes the discharge setting against the biasing force in each washing step ( 6), characterized in that, for that purpose, the load area (7) which is loaded by the cleaning liquid during the cleaning process is characterized in that it is located on the actuating element (6). A dispensing device according to claim 1. The actuating element (6) is configured as one arm lever pivotally connected at one end to the holder (1), and the sealing element (5) comprises an end pivotally connected to the holder (1). The actuating element (6) is arranged between the load area (7) and the actuating element (6) preferably linearly or descending from the sealing element (5) towards the load area (7). 17. The dispensing device according to claim 16, characterized in that it extends. The actuation element (6) is characterized in that it is commonly associated with the sealing element (5) for at least two storage containers (2, 3), preferably for all storage containers (2, 3). The dispensing device according to claim 16 or 17, which is attached. 19. Dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that in the case of two storage containers (2, 3), they are configured asymmetrically with respect to the center of the entire dispensing device. 20. The storage container according to claim 19, characterized in that the outlet opening (4) of the storage container (2, 3) is arranged in the storage container (2, 3) so as to be offset with respect to the center of the whole dispensing device. A dispensing device as described. The fluid cross-section at the opening (4) and / or the biasing force at the sealing element (5) is characterized in that it can be determined differently and / or set differently. A dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims. 22. Dispensing device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage containers (2, 3) contain, in particular are filled with the corresponding active substance fluid. Storage container (2, 3) comprising different active substance fluids, in particular filled with said fluids, characterized in that said different active substance fluids can be compatible or incompatible with each other. 22. The dispensing device according to any one of 21. 24. Dispensing device according to claim 22 or 23, characterized in that the active substance fluid is an aromatic phase, in particular a scented aromatic phase. The aromatic phase comprises at least one fragrance, preferably a perfume oil, at least one surfactant or emulsifier, and water and, if desired, preservatives, thickeners, sequestrants, colorants, 25. The dispensing device according to claim 24, characterized in that it contains further components such as surfactants or emulsifiers, stabilizers or descalers. One of the active substance fluids comprises a bleaching phase, particularly preferably a chlorine-containing bleaching phase based on hypochlorite, which optionally comprises thickeners, surfactants and emulsifiers, neutralizers. 24. A dispensing device according to claim 22 or 23, characterized in that it can contain further components such as colorants, fragrances and the like. One of the active substance fluids comprises a descaling active substance phase, preferably an acidic descaling active substance phase, wherein the descaling active substance phase is preferably a surfactant or an organic or inorganic acid descaler, if desired. 24. A dispensing device according to claim 22 or 23, characterized in that it can contain further components such as emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances or preservatives. 24. The dispensing device according to claim 22 or 23, wherein one of the active substance fluids is characterized in that it comprises a highly concentrated surfactant phase (foaming promoter). One of the active substance fluids acts as an antimicrobial agent and / or as a fungicide and / or as an antiviral agent, acting as its antimicrobial agent and / or as a fungicide and / or as an antiviral agent 24. The method according to claim 22 or 23, characterized in that it comprises, in addition to the active substance, an active substance phase which can optionally contain further ingredients such as surfactants and emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances or preservatives. Dispensing device. Characterized in that one of the active substance fluids contains an active substance phase which contains enzymes and, in addition to the enzymes, can also contain further components such as surfactants and emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances or preservatives. A dispensing device according to claim 22 or 23, wherein the dispensing device is provided. One of the active substance fluids comprises an absorbent, in particular odor-absorbing active substance phase, in addition to the absorbent, in particular odor-absorbing active substance phase, optionally surfactants and emulsifiers, thickeners, fragrances 24. The dispensing device according to claim 22 or 23, characterized in that it can contain further components such as or a preservative. The storage containers (2, 3) contain different active ingredient fluids, one of the storage containers (2, 3) containing in particular an aromatic phase as defined in claim 24 and / or 25. 32. A dispensing device according to any one or more of claims 23, 24 and optionally 25-31, characterized in that: In that the viscosity of the active substance fluid received in the storage containers (2, 3) is in the range of several thousand mPas, in particular in the range of 2,000 to 5,000 mPas, preferably in the range of 2,500 to 3,500 mPas. 33. A dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is characterized. A plate-type fixed dispensing element (6 ') or a plate-type but movable actuating element (6) is located on the top near the longitudinal end, at regular intervals, adjacent to each other and stored It has a connection point (10) to the outlet opening (4) of the container (2, 3) and the dispensing element (6 ') or the actuation element (6) extends from the connection point (10) on the opposite side and is approximately 35. The method of claims 15 or 18, and optionally 19-33, characterized by having a recess (11) extending to the opposite longitudinal end and serving to distribute the active substance fluid into the cleaning liquid. A dispensing device according to any one or more. The depression (11) is channel-shaped, preferably having a U-shaped, V-shaped, W-shaped or semicircular cross section, or as a series of point-shaped depressions, or point-shaped or striped protrusions 35. The dispensing device according to claim 34, characterized in that it is formed as an intermediate space between rows of parts. 36. Dispensing device according to claim 34 or 35, characterized in that the depression (11) is wider or narrower towards its end. 35. The depressions (11) are characterized in that they extend linearly and / or parallel to one another or are arranged in a radial shape, curved, zigzag, corrugated or cascaded. 37. The dispensing device according to any one of -36. 38. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 34 to 37, wherein the depressions (11) associated with different connection points (10) are characterized by points that do not cross or substantially do not cross each other. Dispensing device according to one of the claims 34 to 37, characterized in that the indentations (11) are arranged at least partially intersecting with each other or extending towards one another. 40. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 34 to 39, characterized in that the connection points (10) are directly interconnected by at least one laterally extending recess (12). 41. Any one of claims 34 to 40, characterized in that the distribution element (6 ') or the actuation element (6) is formed to be approximately rectangular, square, circular, oval or elliptical in plan view. A dispensing device according to claim 1. 41. The dispensing element (6 ') or the actuating element (6) is characterized in that it is roughly shell-shaped, flower-shaped, leaf-shaped, butterfly-shaped or has the shape of a piece of fruit. A dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims. Overall or per connection point (10) such that the distribution element (6 ') or the actuation element (6) extends in a concave, convex, curved, shell-shaped, cascaded or funnel-shaped cross section in each section. 43. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 34 to 42, characterized in that it is formed. 44. Any one of claims 34 to 43, characterized in that the distribution element (6 ') or the actuation element (6) is composed of a plastic material, preferably polypropylene, or a sintered material, ceramic, glass, metal or wood. A dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims. 45. The method according to any of claims 34 to 44, characterized in that the number of depressions (11) on the distribution element (6 ') or the actuation element (6) is a total of 2 to 100, preferably 10 to 50. A dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims. Distribution device according to any one of claims 34 to 45, characterized in that the width of the surface depression (11) is between 0.5 and 5.0 mm, preferably between 1.0 and 2.0 mm. 47. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 34 to 46, characterized in that the depth of the recess (11) is between 0.2 mm and 4.0 mm, preferably between 0.5 mm and 2.0 mm. The total area of the distribution element (6 ') or the actuating element (6) is, 500mm ² ~8,000mm ^2, preferably is characterized in that a 2,000mm ² ~4,000mm ^2, according to claim 34 to 47 A dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims. A dispensing device for distributing an active substance fluid in a flushing liquid in a toilet bowl, comprising a holder (1) suspendable at an edge of the toilet bowl and at least one for an active substance fluid provided in the holder (1). Storage container (2; 3) having an outlet opening (4) through which the active substance fluid can be dispensed into the washing liquid, and a plate-type dispensing element (2; 3). 6 ') are provided in the holder (1), having a load area (7') through which the cleaning liquid flows during the cleaning process, and the interior of the storage container (2; 3) is free of active substance fluid if desired. 49. Insertion of a flow-blocking arrangement, in particular provided in a holder (1), separated from each other, each having at least two for each active substance fluid according to any one of claims 1 to 48. With storage containers (2, 3), dispensing element by outlet opening (4) 6 '), with the distribution element (6') at the top, one extending from the longitudinal end (13) and connecting to the outlet opening (4) of the storage container (2; 3). In the connection area (14) where the point (10) is located, the other is distributed in the load area (7 ') reaching the longitudinal end (15) which is approximately opposite from the connection area (14). The surface of the distribution element (6 ') is made flat in the connection area (14) except for protrusions, depressions or breaks which are present for tightening, connecting or sealing Dispensing device, characterized by a point. A plate-type distribution element (6 ') is common to both storage vessels (2, 3), preferably all, if there are at least two storage vessels (2, 3) in the holder (1). A storage container (2, 3) is provided and a plate-shaped distribution element (6 ') is spaced apart from and adjacent to each other at a connection area (14) near the longitudinal end (13). 50. Dispensing container according to claim 49, characterized in that it has a connection point (10) for the outlet opening (4) of (2,3). 51. The method according to claim 49 or 50, characterized in that the wide strip of the flat surface connection area (14) lies between the outer edge of the connection point (10) and the load area (7 '). Dispensing equipment. 52. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 49 to 51, wherein the arrangement for preventing free flow of the active substance fluid is characterized in that it has a push-in tip or the like at the connection point (10). An arrangement for preventing the free flow of the active substance fluid has spacers surrounding the push-on tip or the like, preferably in an annular shape, at the connection point (10) and projecting slightly from the surface of the connection area (14). Composed of individual spacers which hold the lower edge (17) of the connection opening (4) of the storage container (2; 3), so that an outflow area for the outflow of active substance fluid or an inflow of air 53. The dispensing device of claim 52, wherein the inflow area of the is characterized by being between the spacers. The outlet openings (4) of the storage containers (2; 3) are individually formed as spacer arrangements with spacers (16 ') projecting slightly axially, to which the storage containers (2; 3) are attached. Sometimes it is characterized in that, at the connection area (14), mounted on top of the distribution element (6 '), the outflow area for the outflow of active substance fluid or the inflow area for the inflow of air is between the spacers. 53. The dispensing device according to claim 52, wherein the dispensing device is provided. A distribution element (6 ') extends from the end of the t-connection region (14) in the load region (7') and reaches a generally opposite longitudinal end (15) and one or more active substances or substances. 55. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 49 to 54, characterized by having a depression (11) that serves to distribute the fluid into the cleaning liquid. 56. The dispensing device of claim 55, characterized by the characteristics of any one or more of the characterization portions of claims 35-39. The holder (1) has or forms a storage container (2; 3) or a carrier (18) for receiving the storage container (2, 3), the front wall (19) facing the load area (7 ') being provided. Distributor according to any one of claims 49 to 56, characterized in that it extends at a transition from the connection area (7 ') to the load area (7'). 58. Dispensing device according to claim 57, characterized in that the recess (11) extends in the load area (7 ') only slightly below the edge of the front wall (19). A small gap, preferably between 0.1 and 0.4 mm, is provided between the uppermost end of the recess (11) in the loading area (7 ') and the end of the front wall (19) of the carrier (18). 59. The dispensing device according to claim 57 or 58, characterized in that there is a gap, in particular a gap of approximately 0.2-0.3 mm. In the connection area (14), a protective rim (20) projecting slightly upward from its upper part is separately formed, which, in particular on this side, encloses the spacer (16; 16 ') with one 60. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 49 to 59, characterized in that it is opposed to a longitudinal end (13) of a plurality of connection points (10).