JP2023171175A - Dustpan and collection method using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a dustpan allowing a user to efficiently collect trash or the like by a method with less physical burden, and method for using the dustpan and a trash bag in an integrated manner.SOLUTION: A dustpan is configured to integrate a flat plate, an inclined part formed at one side of the flat plate and having an acute-angle shape that makes it easy to sweep trash, etc., and a rectangular plate having a slight interval formed on a flat-plate back surface proximal to the inclined part for preventing movement thereof into a trash bag during the dust collection. A collection method includes: inserting an opening edge of a trash bag into a slight interval between a flat plate of a dustpan and a rectangular plate of a flat-plate back surface; picking up one end of the trash bag with a hand; and introducing trash etc. from a sweeping port of an acute-angle inclined part into a trash bag with a broom, a rake, etc.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

The present invention is a dustpan with a simple shape that aims to collect garbage efficiently and with less physical burden, and the dustpan and garbage bag are integrated in a simple manner so that garbage can be collected directly into the garbage. Regarding how to collect in bags.

Conventionally, when collecting garbage, the garbage is collected in a commercially available dustpan, and then transferred to a garbage bag or trash can, which requires time and effort to widen the opening. Spills can be time-consuming and physically taxing.

For this reason, there are several types of dustpans that have been devised to integrate the dustpan with a garbage bag so that garbage can be placed directly into the garbage bag.
Patent No. 4138714

However, conventional dustpans that combine a dustpan and garbage bag for collection have a complex structure and multiple components, making preparation and cleanup time-consuming and complicated.

The present invention has a simpler structure and lighter weight than conventional methods, simplifies preparation work, is more efficient in terms of labor and time, and reduces physical burden on garbage collection work.

It has a simple structure and is lightweight, the preparation work is simple and quick, and the garbage bag can be attached and removed efficiently during garbage collection work and continued work can be done efficiently.
A rectangular flat plate part made of a material such as plastic or metal, a sloped part formed on one side of the flat plate part and having an acute angle shape to make it easier to sweep away dirt, etc., and a slight gap on the back surface of the flat plate part closest to the sloped part. This dustpan features a structure that integrates a rectangular plate that prevents the dustpan from moving into the garbage bag when the garbage bag is opened and garbage is collected.

By using the dustpan of the present invention, it is possible to reduce the effort, time, and physical burden associated with preparatory work and repeated work for collecting garbage.
Insert the dustpan of the present invention into the garbage bag, insert the opening edge of the garbage bag between the flat plate part and the rectangular plate on the back of the flat plate part, and complete the preparation work. Hold one end of the bag with your hand and remove garbage directly with a broom, rake, etc. Sweep into garbage bags and collect.

The integrated structure is simple compared to conventional structures with complex structures and multiple components, making it easy to integrate the dustpan and garbage bag at the start of work, saving time, and collecting large amounts of garbage, small amounts of garbage, and fine garbage. It can efficiently collect garbage, etc., and the repetitive work when handling a large amount of garbage can be made more efficient and time-saving, and it is lightweight and reduces the physical burden.
The simple shape makes it possible to use small amounts of materials, scraps, and waste materials, and it can be made at low cost by integral molding and mass production.
Garbage bags contribute to waste reduction without specifying the size or type of bag, such as commercially available products, plastic bags, packaging bags, etc.

Perspective view of the dustpan of the present invention AA cross-sectional view in Figure 1 (a, b 2 examples) A perspective view showing how a dustpan and garbage bag are integrated Side view of Figure 3

1 Dustpan of the present invention 2 Flat plate part 3 Inclined part 4 Rectangular plate on the back side of the flat plate part 5 Garbage bag into which the dustpan is inserted

A rectangular flat plate part made of a material such as plastic or metal, a sloped part formed on one side of the flat plate part and having an acute angle shape to make it easier to sweep away dirt, etc., and a slight gap on the back surface of the flat plate part closest to the sloped part. This dustpan features a structure that integrates a rectangular plate that prevents the dustpan from moving into the garbage bag when the garbage bag is opened and garbage is collected.
Further, there is also a method of providing slits at both ends of the flat plate part closest to the inclined part, and a method of making a rectangular plate on the back side of the flat plate part have a spring structure that clamps and fixes the opening edge of the garbage bag.
Dustpans can be made from a single material such as plastic or metal, or made into an integrated structure by processing and combining each material.
If they are mass-produced by molding plastic materials, they can be provided at low prices.
The dimensions of the dustpan should match the size of the garbage bag you are using.

When using the dustpan of the present invention, insert the opening edge of the garbage bag into the small gap between the flat plate part of the dustpan and the rectangular plate on the back of the flat plate part, hold one end of the garbage bag with your hand, and remove the garbage with a broom or rake. Sweep it into a garbage bag and collect it.
When collecting garbage by holding one end of the garbage bag in your hand, the center of gravity of the dustpan is inside the garbage bag, and the dustpan does not move outside the garbage bag, and is moved into the garbage bag by the rectangular plate on the back of the flat plate part. Not at all.
When a considerable amount of garbage has accumulated in a garbage bag and it becomes difficult to continue collecting it, either dispose of the bag or move the garbage inside the garbage bag to a trash can or another bag.
Compared to conventional products with multiple article configurations and complex configurations, the work of attaching and removing garbage bags is simple, and it is possible to significantly improve the efficiency of repetitive work when handling large quantities of garbage.

Claims (2)

A rectangular flat plate part, a sloped part formed on one side of the flat plate part and having an acute angle shape to make it easier to sweep away garbage, dead leaves, etc. (hereinafter referred to as "garbage etc."), and a flat plate part closest to the sloped part. This dustpan features a structure that integrates a rectangular plate with a slight gap on the back side to prevent the dustpan from moving into a garbage collection bag (hereinafter referred to as a "garbage bag") during garbage collection. Insert the dustpan of Claim 1 into the bag of the garbage bag, insert the opening edge of the garbage bag into the small gap between the flat plate part of the dustpan of Claim 1 and the rectangular plate on the back of the flat plate part, and hold one end of the garbage bag with your hand. A method of collecting garbage by sweeping it into a garbage bag with a broom, rake, etc.

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