JP2024034162A - Fruit and vegetable table - Google Patents

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a bed for fruits and vegetables that does not easily generate punching residue. A bed for fruits and vegetables includes a base portion (10) and at least one upwardly protruding portion (20) that protrudes upward from the base portion (10). The base portion 10 has a lid portion 30 surrounded by a cut line 11 provided on the base portion 10 and a straight line L1 connecting both ends of the cut line. The length of the straight line L1 is shorter than the length of the cut line 11, and the lid part 30 has a continuous part 33 that is continuous with the base part 10. [Selection diagram] Figure 1

Description

The present disclosure relates to a bed for fruits and vegetables.

BACKGROUND ART Fruit and vegetable beds having through holes for drainage are known.
For example, the fruit and vegetable beds described in Patent Documents 1 and 2 include ridges provided radially on the sheet and through holes provided at appropriate locations on the sheet. Water dripping from fruits or vegetables placed on the ridges drains through the holes.

Publication No. 50-37324 Utility Model Publication No. 56-134159

In conventional fruit and vegetable beds, holes for drainage are provided by punching out the main body. Therefore, punching waste is generated during manufacturing. For this reason, it is necessary to remove the punching residue at a factory that manufactures fruit and vegetable beds, and the removal work requires a great deal of effort. Therefore, to provide a bed for fruits and vegetables that does not easily generate punching residue.

(1) A fruit and vegetable bed that solves the above problems is a fruit and vegetable bed that includes a base portion and at least one upwardly protruding portion that projects upward from the base portion, the base portion being , a lid portion surrounded by a score line provided on the base portion and a straight line connecting both ends of the score line, the length of the straight line is shorter than the length of the score line, and the lid portion is It has a continuous part that is continuous with the base part. According to this configuration, the base portion and the lid portion are continuous in the continuous portion. Therefore, punching residue is less likely to be produced during the manufacturing stage of the fruit and vegetable bed.

(2) In the fruit and vegetable stand of (1) above, the lid portion has a downward protrusion portion that protrudes downward from the lower surface of the lid portion. According to this configuration, the downward protrusion easily hits the ground when fruits or vegetables are placed on the fruit and vegetable bed. This makes it easier for the lid to be pushed up from the ground, making it easier to keep the opening closed by the lid open.

(3) In the fruit and vegetable bed according to (2) above, the downward protruding portion is arranged such that when the fruit and vegetable bed is laid on the ground and a fruit or vegetable is placed on the upper protrusion, the downward protruding portion When the lid comes into contact with the ground and the lid is lifted, an opening that has been closed by the lid opens. According to this configuration, the lid opens so that water accumulated on the upper surface of the base due to watering or rain can be efficiently drained away. This allows efficient drainage.

(4) In the fruit and vegetable platform of (3) above, at least a portion of the downward protrusion protrudes below the lower surface of the base. According to this configuration, the downward protruding part is more likely to hit the ground than in the case where the downward protruding part does not protrude below the lower surface of the base part. Therefore, the lid becomes easier to be pushed up from the ground, making it easier to keep the opening closed by the lid open.

(5) In the fruit and vegetable bed of (4) above, the downward protrusion is configured in a dome shape. If the downward protrusion has a sharp shape, there is a risk that the lower protrusion may stick into the ground without the lid being lifted up when fruits or vegetables are placed on the fruit and vegetable tray. In this regard, according to the above configuration, the downward protrusion comes into contact with the ground over a wider area. This prevents the lid from becoming difficult to open due to the downward protrusion sticking into the ground.

(6) In the fruit and vegetable bed of (1) above, the continuous portion has a groove on at least one of the upper surface and the lower surface of the continuous portion. According to this configuration, the lid can be moved easily, so the lid can be opened easily.

(7) In the fruit and vegetable bed of (1) above, the cut line is U-shaped. If the lid has corners, there is a risk that the corners may be damaged and defective debris may be generated during the step of forming the drainage opening. On the other hand, according to this configuration, since the cut line is U-shaped and there is no corner on the lid, it is difficult for the cut scum to occur.

(8) In the fruit and vegetable bed of (1) above, the fruit and vegetable bed is molded from a thermoplastic resin foam sheet. According to this configuration, the fruit and vegetable bed has excellent cushioning properties, and therefore does not easily damage fruits or vegetables.

(9) In the fruit and vegetable bed of (1) above, the fruit and vegetable bed is used as a tool to assist in the cultivation of fruits or vegetables. According to this configuration, the fruit and vegetable bed is used as an aid for growing fruits or vegetables.

(10) In the fruit and vegetable bed of (1) above, the fruit and vegetable bed is used as a cushioning material for fruits or vegetables. According to this configuration, the fruit and vegetable bed can be used as a cushioning material for fruits or vegetables.

(11) In the fruit and vegetable platform of (1) above, the base portion is provided with a plurality of the lid portions. According to this configuration, since the number of openings for drainage increases, drainage can be efficiently carried out.

(12) In the fruit and vegetable bed of (1) above, the base portion is provided with a rib along an edge of the base portion. According to this configuration, the fruit and vegetable bed is reinforced by the ribs. For this reason, deformation of the fruit and vegetable bed is suppressed in a state where the fruit and vegetable bed is subjected to external force.

(13) In the fruit and vegetable bed according to any one of (1) to (12) above, a drain groove extending toward the lid is provided on the upper surface of the base. According to this configuration, water on the upper surface of the base portion flows through the drain groove to the drainage opening formed by the lid portion. Therefore, compared to fruit and vegetable beds that do not have drainage channels, drainage can be done more efficiently.

According to the fruit and vegetable bed of the present disclosure, the lid portion that forms the drainage opening is continuous with the base portion. Therefore, punching waste is less likely to be produced during the manufacturing stage.

FIG. 2 is a plan view of a fruit and vegetable bed according to the first embodiment. It is a perspective view of a bed for fruits and vegetables. FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the fruit and vegetable bed along line AA in FIG. 1. FIG. FIG. 2 is a plan view of the lid of FIG. 1; FIG. 2 is a side view of the lid of FIG. 1; 5 is a cross-sectional view of the lid portion taken along line 6-6 in FIG. 4. FIG. FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the fruit and vegetable platform along line AA in FIG. 1 when a melon is placed on the fruit and vegetable platform laid on a flat ground. FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the fruit and vegetable bed of FIG. 7; FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the lid of FIG. 8; 10 is a cross-sectional view of the lid section taken along line BB in FIG. 9. FIG. FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the fruit and vegetable platform along line AA in FIG. 1 when melons are placed on the fruit and vegetable platform laid on uneven ground. It is a top view of a lid part about 2nd Embodiment. It is a top view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a top view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a side view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a bottom view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a side view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a bottom view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a side view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a bottom view of a lid part about other Examples. It is a sectional view of a lid part about other examples. It is a sectional view of a lid part about other examples. It is a top view of the lid part containing the groove part about other Examples. It is a top view of the lid part containing the groove part about other Examples.

<First embodiment>
The fruit and vegetable bed 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 11. The fruit and vegetable table 1 is a table on which fruits or vegetables are placed. The fruit and vegetable bed 1 is used as a tool to assist in cultivating fruits or vegetables, or as a cushioning material for fruits or vegetables. The fruit and vegetable bed 1 of the first embodiment is a tool that assists in the cultivation of fruits or vegetables. The fruit and vegetable bed 1 is placed between fruits or vegetables and the ground. The fruit and vegetable bed 1 protects fruits or vegetables from pests.

In the following description, the direction along the upper direction when the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is placed on a horizontal plane will be referred to as "above" the fruit and vegetable bed 1. The direction opposite to upward is called "downward." Moreover, in this embodiment, the fruits or vegetables placed on the fruit and vegetable table 1 are defined as fruits and vegetables 2. Examples of the fruit vegetables 2 include melons, watermelons, pumpkins, chili peppers, and Japanese melons.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the fruit and vegetable bed 1 includes a base portion 10 and at least one upwardly protruding portion 20 that protrudes upward from the base portion 10. As shown in FIGS.

The fruit and vegetable bed 1 is molded from various thermoplastic resin sheets, cardboard, and the like. Examples of the molding method include thermoforming, press molding, pulp molding, and the like. A preferred shaping method is thermoforming. In the case of a thermoplastic resin sheet, examples of the material include polystyrene resin, polyethylene resin, polypropylene resin, polyester resin, and the like. The thermoplastic resin sheet may be a non-foamed thermoplastic resin sheet or a foamed thermoplastic resin sheet. In the case of cardboard, examples include paper and pulp. The fruit and vegetable bed 1 is made of thermoplastic material such as polystyrene resin foam sheet, polyethylene resin foam sheet, polypropylene resin foam sheet, polyester resin foam sheet, etc. in order to improve rigidity, cushioning properties, and moldability. Preferably, it is molded from a resin foam sheet. It is more preferable to use a foamed polystyrene resin sheet that has an excellent balance of rigidity, cushioning properties, and moldability. In order to improve the durability of the fruit and vegetable bed 1, a thermoplastic resin laminated foam sheet may be used, in which a thermoplastic resin film is laminated on one or both sides of the thermoplastic resin foam sheet. Further, the fruit and vegetable bed 1 may be formed by in-mold foam molding of foamed thermoplastic resin particles, or may be formed by injection molding of a thermoplastic resin.

The overall shape of the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is not limited to the square shown in FIGS. 1 and 2. The overall shape of the fruit and vegetable bed 1 may be rectangular, circular, elliptical, triangular, hexagonal, etc. in plan view.

<Upward protrusion>
As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the upwardly protruding portion 20 has an inclined surface that slopes downward toward the center of the base portion 10, and has an overall rounded shape. In the embodiment, one upward protrusion 20 is arranged at each of the four corners of the base part 10.

As shown in FIG. 3, the upper protrusion 20 is recessed when viewed from the bottom surface of the fruit and vegetable bed 1, and the lower surface of the upper protrusion 20 is shaped along the upper surface. The thickness of the upper protrusion 20 is 1 mm or more and 5 mm or less when molded from a thermoplastic resin foam sheet. A preferred example is 3 mm. When molded using a non-foamed thermoplastic resin sheet, the thickness may be 0.1 mm or more and 4 mm or less.

<Base part>
The base portion 10 is provided with a lid portion 30 and a rib 14 along the edge 13 of the base portion 10 . The lid part 30 is surrounded by a cut line 11 provided on the base part 10 and a straight line L1 connecting both ends of the cut line 11. The thickness of the base portion 10 is 1 mm or more and 5 mm or less when molded from a thermoplastic resin foam sheet. A preferred example is 3 mm. When molded using a non-foamed thermoplastic resin sheet, the thickness may be 0.1 mm or more and 4 mm or less.

<Cutting line>
As shown in FIG. 4, the cut line 11 is U-shaped. The length of the cut line 11 is preferably 10 mm or more and 100 mm or less, more preferably 20 mm or more and 80 mm or less. In this embodiment, the length of the cut line 11 is 38 mm. The width of the cut line 11 is preferably 0.2 mm or less, more preferably 0.1 mm or less. It is preferable that the cut line 11 penetrates the base part 10, and more preferably, the cut line 11 penetrates the base part 10 over the entire length of the cut line 11. Further, the cut of the cut line 11 is not limited to a cut through the base portion 10, and may be a half cut. Further, the cut of the cut line 11 is not limited to the one that penetrates the base part 10 over the entire length of the cut line 11, but the cut of the cut line 11 is made to penetrate intermittently along the length of the cut line 11. It can be anything.

The length of the straight line L1 is shorter than the length of the cut line 11. In this embodiment, the length of the straight line L1 is preferably 4 mm or more and 40 mm or less, and more preferably 6 mm or more and 30 mm or less. In this embodiment, the length of the straight line L1 is 12 mm.

It is preferable that the cutting depth of the cutting line 11 reaches from the front surface to the back surface of the sheet constituting the base portion 10. In another example, the cutting depth of the cutting line 11 may be half the depth from the front surface to the back surface of the sheet forming the base portion 10. For example, the score line 11 is formed by a mold or a cutter.

<Lid part>
As shown in FIG. 1, the lid part 30 is provided at the center of the base part 10. As shown in FIG. 3, the lid 30 has a downward protrusion 31 that protrudes downward from the lower surface of the lid 30, and a recess 32 that is depressed along the downward protrusion 31. Further, the lid portion 30 has a sheared surface 30a formed by a cut. The sheared surface 30a slightly contacts the base portion 10.

<Downward protrusion>
The lower protruding part 31 is formed when the lower protruding part 31 comes into contact with the ground 3 and the lid part 30 is lifted when the fruit and vegetable platform 1 is laid on the ground 3 and the fruit vegetables 2 are placed on the upper protruding part 20. , the opening 35 that was closed by the lid 30 is opened.

As shown in FIG. 3, at least a portion of the downward protrusion 31 protrudes below the lower surface of the base portion 10. Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5, the downward protrusion 31 is configured in a dome shape. The depression 32 has a shape that follows the shape of the downward protrusion 31 . The diameter of the downward protrusion 31 in plan view is preferably 3 mm or more and 30 mm or less, more preferably 5 mm or more and 20 mm or less. In this embodiment, the diameter of the downward protrusion 31 is 10 mm. Further, the height of the downward protruding portion 31 protruding from the lower surface of the base portion 10 is preferably 1 mm or more and 6 mm or less, and more preferably 1 mm or more and 4 mm or less. More preferably, the length is 2 mm or more and 4 mm or less. In this embodiment, the height is 2 mm.

<Continuous part>
As shown in FIG. 6, the lid portion 30 has a continuous portion 33 that is continuous with the base portion 10. As shown in FIG. The lid portion 30 is connected to the base portion 10 via a continuous portion 33. The continuous portion 33 is a portion where the lid portion 30 and the base portion 10 are continuous in an open state in which the opening portion 35 is opened by lifting the lid portion 30. The continuous portion 33 has a groove portion 34 on at least one of the upper surface and the lower surface of the continuous portion 33. In the embodiment, the groove portion 34 on the upper surface of the continuous portion 33 includes a first groove side surface 34a that slopes downward toward the continuous portion 33 side, a second groove side surface 34b that faces the first groove side surface 34a, and a first groove side surface 34a. 34a and a groove bottom surface 34c that connects the lower end of the second groove side surface 34b. Further, the groove portion 34 on the lower surface of the continuous portion 33 is configured to have an arc shape when viewed in cross section. The length of the groove portion 34 is preferably 4 mm or more and 40 mm or less, and more preferably 6 mm or more and 30 mm or less. In this embodiment, the length of the groove portion 34 is 12 mm. The width of the groove portion 34 is preferably 0.1 mm or more and 3 mm or less, and more preferably 0.1 mm or more and 2 mm or less. In this embodiment, it is 0.2 mm. The depth of the groove portion 34 is preferably 0.1 mm or more and 3 mm or less, more preferably 0.1 mm or more and 2 mm or less. In this embodiment, the depth of the groove 34 on the top surface is 2 mm, and the depth of the groove 34 on the bottom surface is 0.2 mm.

<Rib>
As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, it is preferable that the ribs 14 be provided along the edges 13 of the base portion 10, since this can improve the overall strength of the fruit and vegetable bed 1. The height of the rib 14 is lower than that of the upper protrusion 20. The ribs 14 may be provided to connect the upper protrusions 20. In the embodiment, the shortest distance between the outer edge of the base portion 10 and the outer edge of the rib 14 is 5 mm. However, this does not limit the position of the rib 14. For example, the shortest distance between the outer edge of the base portion 10 and the outer edge of the rib 14 may be 0 mm. Furthermore, the ribs 14 are not limited to being provided so as to connect the upper protruding parts 20, but may be provided independently between adjacent upper protruding parts 20, and may extend continuously from the upper protruding parts 20. It may be provided to do so. Note that the ribs 14 may not be provided if the entire fruit and vegetable platform 1 has sufficient strength.

As shown in FIG. 3, the ribs 14 protrude above the fruit and vegetable bed 1. The ribs 14 are recessed when viewed from the bottom surface of the fruit and vegetable bed 1, and the lower surface of the ribs 14 follows the upper surface. The thickness of the rib 14 is 1 mm or more and 5 mm or less when molded from a thermoplastic resin foam sheet. An example of a preferred thickness of the rib 14 is 3 mm. When molded using a non-foamed thermoplastic resin sheet, the thickness may be 0.1 mm or more and 4 mm or less.

<Opening of the opening>
When placing the fruit vegetables 2 on the fruit and vegetable table 1, the opening of the opening 35 will be explained.

With reference to FIGS. 7 to 11, the operation of the lid section 30 when fruits and vegetables 2 are placed will be described. The fruit vegetable 2 shown in FIGS. 7 and 11 is melon 2A.

Referring to FIGS. 7 to 10, the case where the lower protrusion 31 comes into contact with the ground 3 when the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is laid on the ground 3 and the melon 2A is placed on the upper protrusion 20 explain. As shown in FIG. 7, the fruit and vegetable bed 1 receives a downward force from the weight of the melons 2A. Then, the base part 10 is pushed down, the downward protrusion part 31 hits the ground 3, and the lid part 30 is pushed up from the ground 3. As a result, the sheared surface 30a separates from the base portion 10, and an opening 35 is formed between the lid portion 30 and the base portion 10.

As shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, the sheared surface 30a has a first outer circumferential surface 30b that is an arcuate surface and a second outer circumferential surface 30c that is a flat side surface. Further, in the state where the opening 35 is formed, the lower end of the first outer circumferential surface 30b of the lid 30 is separated from the upper surface of the base 10. On the other hand, at least a portion of the second outer peripheral surface 30c of the lid 30 is in contact with the opening 35. As shown in FIG. 9, when the lid 30 is pushed up from the ground 3, a gap is formed between the opening 35 and the lid 30 so that the lower part of the lid 30 can be visually recognized.

As shown in FIG. 10, when the opening 35 is in the open state, the lower protrusion 31 is lifted up from the opening 35 by a portion of the bottom surface of the lower protrusion 31 being pushed up by the ground 3. ing. Therefore, the lid part 30 can maintain the open state of the opening part 35 without being closed by gravity.

Referring to FIG. 11, a case will be described in which the lower protrusion 31 does not come into contact with the ground 3 when the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is laid on the ground 3 and the melon 2A is placed on the upper protrusion 20. As shown in FIG. 11, the fruit and vegetable bed 1 receives downward force from the weight of the melons 2A. Then, the base portion 10 bends in an arc shape. As a result, the lid part 30 sinks below the fruit and vegetable bed 1, and the sheared surface 30a separates from the base part 10. Therefore, an opening 35 is formed between the lid part 30 and the base part 10.

Water droplets on the melon 2A caused by rain or watering fall onto the upper surface of the fruit and vegetable bed 1 and are then drained through the opening 35.

The lid 30 may be opened manually.
Below, a method of manually opening the lid part 30 will be described. When a force is applied to the lid part 30 from the bottom to the top of the fruit and vegetable bed 1, the sheared surface 30a separates from the base part 10 and opens upward. In the state where the lid part 30 is lifted upward, the lid part 30 and the base part 10 are continuous at the continuous part 33. As a result, a drainage opening 35 is formed between the lid part 30 and the base part 10.

Further, when a force is applied to the lid part 30 from above to the bottom of the fruit and vegetable bed 1, the sheared surface 30a separates from the base part 10 and opens downward. In the state where the lid part 30 is lowered, the lid part 30 and the base part 10 are continuous at the continuous part 33. As a result, an opening 35 is formed between the lid part 30 and the base part 10.

The operation of this embodiment will be explained.
Water dripping from the fruit vegetables 2 placed on the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is drained through an opening 35 provided in the base part 10.

By the way, when forming such a drainage structure in the manufacturing stage of the fruit and vegetable bed 1, conventionally, the opening 35 was formed by punching out the base part 10, so that punching residue remains at the work site. Therefore, the work of removing the punching residue has become a burden on the operator.

In this regard, in this embodiment, the lid part 30 and the base part 10 that form the opening part 35 are continuous at the continuous part 33. Specifically, when making a cut in the base portion 10, the straight line L1 connecting both ends of the cut line 11 is configured to be shorter than the cut line 11. Thereby, the lid part 30 is formed on the base part 10 in the range surrounded by the cut line 11 and the straight line L1. In the base portion 10, no cut is provided on the straight line L1. Therefore, the base portion 10 and the lid portion 30 are continuous with each other. In this way, since the lid part 30 has a structure that is not separated from the base part 10, the generation of punching scum during the manufacturing stage of the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is suppressed. Moreover, since the lid part 30 is opened by placing the fruit vegetable 2 on it or manually as described above, water accumulated in the base part 10 can be drained. Further, since the opening 35 can be easily formed, when collecting a plurality of used fruit and vegetable beds 1 at the same time, a string can be passed through the opening 35 to collect them all together.

The effects of this embodiment will be explained.
(1) The fruit and vegetable bed 1 includes a base portion 10 and at least one upwardly protruding portion 20 that protrudes upward from the base portion 10. The base portion 10 has a lid portion 30 surrounded by a cut line 11 provided on the base portion 10 and a straight line L1 connecting both ends of the cut line 11. The length of the straight line L1 is shorter than the length of the cut line 11, and the lid part 30 has a continuous part 33 that is continuous with the base part 10. According to this configuration, the base portion 10 and the lid portion 30 are continuous at the continuous portion 33. Therefore, punching dregs are less likely to occur during the manufacturing stage of the fruit and vegetable bed 1.

(2) The lid 30 has a downward protrusion 31 that protrudes downward from the lower surface of the lid 30. According to this configuration, the downward protruding portion 31 easily hits the ground 3 when the fruit vegetables 2 are placed on the fruit and vegetable platform 1 . This makes it easier for the lid portion 30 to be pushed up from the ground 3, making it easier to maintain the open state of the opening portion 35.

(3) The lower protruding part 31 is configured such that when the lid part 30 comes into contact with the ground 3 in a state where the fruit and vegetable platform 1 is laid on the ground 3 and the fruit vegetables 2 are placed on the upper protruding part 20, the lid part 30 is It is configured to open. According to this configuration, the lid part 30 opens so that water accumulated on the upper surface of the base part 10 due to watering or rain can be efficiently drained. This allows efficient drainage.

(4) At least a portion of the downward protruding portion 31 protrudes below the lower surface of the base portion 10. According to this configuration, the downward protruding part 31 hits the ground 3 more easily than in the case where the downward protruding part 31 does not protrude below the lower surface of the base part 10. Therefore, the lid part 30 is easily pushed up from the ground 3, and the opening 35 is easily maintained in the open state. Moreover, the lid part 30 is pushed up to a higher position than in the case where the downward protruding part 31 does not protrude below the lower surface of the base part 10. This allows the lid portion 30 to open wide, improving drainage efficiency.

(5) The downward protrusion 31 is configured in a dome shape. If the downward protruding part 31 has a sharp shape, there is a possibility that the downward protruding part 31 may stick to the ground 3 without the lid part 30 being lifted up when the fruit vegetables 2 are placed on the fruit vegetable bed 1. In this regard, according to the above configuration, the downward protrusion 31 contacts the ground 3 over a wider area. This prevents the lid 30 from becoming difficult to open due to the downward protrusion 31 sticking into the ground 3.

(6) The continuous portion 33 has a groove portion 34 on at least one of the upper surface and the lower surface of the continuous portion 33. According to this configuration, the lid part 30 can be moved easily, so the lid part 30 can be opened easily.

(7) The cut line 11 is U-shaped. If the lid portion 30 has a corner, there is a risk that the corner may be damaged and defective debris may be generated in the step of forming the drainage opening 35. On the other hand, according to the above configuration, since the cut line 11 is U-shaped and the lid part 30 has no corner, it is difficult for the cut line 11 to be damaged.

(8) The fruit and vegetable bed 1 is molded from a thermoplastic resin foam sheet. According to this configuration, the upper protrusion 20 has excellent cushioning properties, and thus does not easily damage the fruit vegetables 2.

(9) The fruit and vegetable platform 1 is used as a tool to assist in cultivating fruit and vegetables 2. According to this configuration, the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is used as an auxiliary tool for growing fruit and vegetables 2. For example, the fruit vegetable bed 1 is used as a bed placed under the fruit vegetables 2 in growing the fruit vegetables 2. The fruit and vegetables bed 1 protects the fruits and vegetables 2 from underground pests. Further, by supporting the fruit vegetables 2 by the upwardly protruding portion 20 of the fruit vegetable bed 1, a space through which wind can pass is formed between the fruit vegetables 2 and the ground 3. In this way, the fruit and vegetable bed 1 assists in growing the fruit and vegetables 2.

(10) The fruit and vegetables bed 1 is used as a cushioning material for the fruits and vegetables 2. According to this configuration, the fruit and vegetables bed 1 can be used as a cushioning material for the fruits and vegetables 2. For example, when the fruit vegetables 2 are temporarily placed on a stand during packing work, the fruit vegetable bed 1 can be used as a bed for the fruit vegetables 2. Furthermore, when the fruits and vegetables 2 are placed on a showcase stand in a store, the fruit and vegetables table 1 can be used as a table for the fruits and vegetables 2.

(11) The base portion 10 is provided with ribs 14 along the edge 13 of the base portion 10. According to this configuration, the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is reinforced by the ribs 14. For this reason, deformation of the fruit and vegetable bed 1 is suppressed in a state where the fruit and vegetable bed 1 receives external force.

<Second embodiment>
With reference to FIG. 12, a fruit and vegetable bed 1 according to a second embodiment will be described. In this embodiment, the same components as those in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals as those in the first embodiment, and the description of the overlapping components will be omitted.

The base unit 10 of this embodiment differs from the base unit 10 of the first embodiment in the following points. In the first embodiment, one lid part 30 is provided on the base part 10. In contrast, in this embodiment, the base section 10 is provided with a plurality of lid sections 30.

The base portion 10 has a plurality of lid portions 30. The plurality of lid parts 30 are provided at locations separated from each other. Further, two or more lid portions 30 may be provided adjacent to each other on the base portion 10.
For example, as shown in FIG. 12, the cut line 41 includes a first circular arc 41a, two cut extension lines 41b extending from both ends of the first circular arc 41a, and one cut of the two cut extension lines 41b. It includes a second circular arc 41c connected only to the extension line 41b, and a cut extension line 41d connected to an end different from the cut extension line 41b among both ends of the second circular arc 41c. In the cut extension line 41b that is not connected to the second circular arc 41c, the end that is not connected to the first circular arc 41a is defined as a cut extension line end T1. In the plan view of FIG. 12, a line extending vertically downward from the incision extension line end T1 and having an end point P1 at a point where it intersects with the incision line 41 is defined as a straight line L2. Moreover, at the end of the cut extension line 41d, the end that is not connected to the second arc 41c is defined as a cut extension line end T2. In the plan view of FIG. 12, a line extending vertically upward from the incision extension line end T2 and having an end point P2 at a point where it intersects with the incision line 41 is defined as a straight line L3. In this case, the first cut line 41A constituting the first lid portion 30A corresponds to the cut in the cut line 41 from the cut extension line end T1 to the end point P1. The second cut line 41B that constitutes the second lid portion 30B corresponds to the cut in the cut line 41 from the cut extension line end T2 to the end point P2.

The first lid portion 30A is configured in a range surrounded by the first cut line 41A and the straight line L2. Further, the second lid portion 30B is configured in a range surrounded by the second cut line 41B and the straight line L3. No cuts are provided on the straight line L2 and the straight line L3. Therefore, the first lid portion 30A has a continuous portion 33A that is continuous with the base portion 10. The second lid portion 30B has a continuous portion 33B that is continuous with the base portion 10.

The opening direction of the first lid part 30A is opposite to the opening direction of the second lid part 30B. The opening direction of the first lid part 30A is a direction from the midpoint toward the intersection of the imaginary line and the first scoring line 41A on a virtual line passing through the midpoint of the straight line L2 so as to intersect the first scoring line 41A. Indicates DA. The opening direction of the second lid part 30B is a direction from the midpoint toward the intersection of the imaginary line and the second notch line 41B on an imaginary line passing through the midpoint of the straight line L3 so as to intersect the second notch line 41B. Shows DB. Both the first lid part 30A and the second lid part 30B can be opened upwardly, or both can be opened downwardly. Further, only one of the first lid part 30A and the second lid part 30B can be opened upward, or only one of the first lid part 30A and the second lid part 30B can be opened downward.

Moreover, the cut line 41 may be configured by two lines that intersect with each other. In one example, the score line 41 may be a substantially cross-shaped line. The score line 41 may take the shape of a plus sign "+". In the case of such a cut line 41, four lid parts 30 having 90 degree corners are formed. Each lid part 30 opens toward the other lid part 30 diagonally opposite to each other. In the fruit and vegetable bed 1 having four lids 30 as described above, all the lids 30 can be opened upward or all the lids 30 can be opened downward. Moreover, if at least one of the four lid parts 30 can be opened upwardly, at least one can also be opened downwardly.

The effects of this embodiment will be explained.
The base portion 10 is provided with a plurality of lid portions 30 . According to this configuration, since the number of drainage openings 35 increases, drainage can be efficiently performed.

<Third embodiment>
Referring to FIG. 1, a fruit and vegetable bed 1 according to the present embodiment will be described. In this embodiment, the same components as those in the first embodiment are given the same reference numerals as those in the first embodiment, and the description of the overlapping components will be omitted. Furthermore, the same components as those in the second embodiment are given the same reference numerals as those in the second embodiment, and the explanations of the overlapping components will be omitted.

The base unit 10 of this embodiment differs from the base unit 10 of the first embodiment in the following points. In this embodiment, a drainage groove 15 extending toward the lid 30 is provided on the upper surface of the base 10 (see the two-dot chain line in FIG. 1).

A drain groove 15 may be provided on the upper surface of the base portion 10 that slopes toward the lid portion 30 from all sides. Alternatively, the entire area surrounded by the upper protrusion 20 and the ribs 14 may be provided with a gentle slope toward the lid 30.

When a plurality of lids 30 are provided on the base portion 10 as in the second embodiment, separate drainage channels may be provided for each lid 30. For example, assume that the base portion 10 is provided with a first lid portion 30A and a second lid portion 30B. At this time, a certain drainage groove extends toward the first lid portion 30A. A drain groove different from the drain groove extending toward the first lid portion 30A is provided toward the second lid portion 30B. The two drain grooves provided in this way may intersect with each other.

The effects of this embodiment will be explained.
A drainage groove 15 is provided on the upper surface of the base portion 10 toward the lid portion 30. According to this configuration, water on the upper surface of the base portion 10 flows along the drain groove 15 to the drainage opening 35 formed by the lid portion 30. Therefore, compared to the fruit and vegetable bed 1 in which the drainage groove 15 is not provided, water can be drained more efficiently.

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Other embodiments can be implemented with the following modifications. This embodiment and the following modified examples can be implemented in combination with each other within a technically consistent range.

- A leg portion may be provided on the edge portion 13 of the base portion 10. The legs are configured such that a drainage space is provided between the lower surface of the base 10 and the ground 3. The drainage space is configured so that water can easily flow between the lower surface of the base portion 10 and the ground 3. Further, in a state where the fruit and vegetable platform 1 is placed on the ground 3, the legs are configured such that a part of the lower surface of the edge 13 is separated from the ground 3. For example, when the base portion 10 is rectangular in plan view, legs are provided at the four corners of the base portion 10 . The legs may be integrally molded with the base 10. Further, the leg portion may be formed of a member separate from the base portion 10. When the legs are constructed as separate members from the base 10, the legs are coupled to the base 10 by, for example, adhesive tape, adhesive, engagement structure, or the like.

According to such a bed for fruits and vegetables 1, a drainage space can be provided between the lower surface of the base portion 10 and the ground 3. Since the drainage space is formed on the lower surface of the base part 10, water accumulated in the base part 10 can be easily drained under the base part 10 even during heavy rain. In addition, by configuring the legs so that a portion of the lower surface of the edge 13 is separated from the ground 3, water accumulated under the base 10 can be drained out of the edge 13 of the base 10.

- Another form of the score line 11 will be explained with reference to FIGS. 13 and 14. The score line 11 may have any shape as long as the length of the straight line L1 connecting both ends of the score line 11 is shorter than the length of the score line 11. Therefore, the cut line 11 is not limited to a U-shape.
For example, as shown in FIG. 13, the cut line 43 may be V-shaped. The tip of the V-shape may be pointed or rounded. Further, the cut line 43 may have a W-shape or an L-shape.

As shown in FIG. 14, the score line 44 may have a shape having two acute corners 44a, 44b. The cut line 44 may have a shape having a plurality of obtuse corners.

- Other forms of the downward protrusion 31 will be explained with reference to FIGS. 15 to 20. The downward protruding part 31 may have any shape as long as it protrudes downward from the lower surface of the lid part 30. Therefore, the downward protrusion 31 is not limited to a dome shape. The downward protrusion 51 may have a shape that narrows downward. The downward protrusion 51 may have a shape that extends downward without changing the cross-sectional shape of the cross section perpendicular to the vertical direction.
For example, as shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, the downward protrusion 51 may have a tetrahedral shape. The tip 51a of the tetrahedron may be pointed or may be rounded.

As shown in FIGS. 17 and 18, the downward protrusion 52 may have a substantially square prism shape. The corners between the sides of the substantially quadrangular prism may be sharp or rounded.

As shown in FIGS. 19 and 20, the downward protrusion 53 may have a substantially truncated quadrangular pyramid shape. The corners between the sides of the substantially quadrangular truncated pyramid may be sharp or rounded.

- Another form of the groove portion 34 will be explained with reference to FIGS. 21 and 22. The groove portion 34 provided on the upper surface of the continuous portion 33 is not limited to the one formed by the first groove side surface 34a, the second groove side surface 34b, and the groove bottom surface 34c.
As shown in FIG. 21, the groove portion 61 provided on the upper surface of the continuous portion 33 may include a slope 61a and a slope 61b.

As shown in FIG. 22, the groove 62 provided on the upper surface of the continuous portion 33 has a vertical surface 62a, an opposing surface 62b opposite to the vertical surface 62a, and a bottom surface that perpendicularly intersects at the lower end of the vertical surface 62a and the opposing surface 62b. 62c.
Further, the groove portion 34 provided on the lower surface of the continuous portion 33 is not limited to having an arc shape. The groove portion 34 provided on the lower surface of the continuous portion 33 may have a shape similar to the groove portion 34 on the upper surface.

- As shown in FIG. 23 or FIG. 24, the groove portion 34 is not limited to continuously extending linearly. As shown in FIG. 23, the groove portion 34 may be an intermittent groove. Moreover, as shown in FIG. 24, the groove portion 34 may be a groove in which a plurality of depressions are lined up in a straight line in a plan view.

- The fruit and vegetable table 1 may be configured so that a plurality of fruits and vegetables 2 can be placed thereon. For example, the fruit and vegetable base 1 may be a combination of a plurality of fruit and vegetable bases 1 shown in the first to third embodiments or other embodiments. Further, the fruit and vegetable base 1 may be formed by integrally molding a plurality of fruit and vegetable bases 1 shown in the embodiment or other embodiments. This allows a plurality of fruits 2 to be placed side by side, making it easy to manage these fruits 2 all at once.

1... Fruit and vegetable bed, 2... Fruit vegetables, 3... Ground, 10... Base, 11... Cut line, L1... Straight line, 13... Edge, 14... Rib, 15... Drainage groove, 17... Leg, 20 ... Upper protrusion, 30... Lid, 30a... Sheared surface, 30b... First outer circumferential surface, 30c... Second outer circumferential surface, 31... Lower protrusion, 32... Hollow, 33... Continuous part, 34... Groove, 34a... 1st groove side surface, 34b...2nd groove side surface, 34c...groove bottom surface, 35...opening, 41...cut line, 41a...first circular arc, 41b...cut extension line, 41c...second circular arc, 41d...cut extension line , 43... Cut line, 44... Cut line, 44a... Corner, 44b... Corner, 51... Lower protrusion, 51a... Tip, 52... Lower protrusion, 53... Lower protrusion, 61... Groove, 61a... Slope , 61b... Slope, 62a... Vertical surface, 62b... Opposing surface, 62c... Bottom surface.

Claims (13)

A bed for fruits and vegetables, comprising a base part and at least one upwardly protruding part that protrudes upward from the base part,
The base portion has a lid portion surrounded by a cut line provided in the base portion and a straight line connecting both ends of the cut line,
The length of the straight line is shorter than the length of the score line,
The lid portion has a continuous portion that is continuous with the base portion,
A bed for fruits and vegetables. The lid has a downward protrusion that protrudes downward from the lower surface of the lid.
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. The downward protrusion is formed by the lower protrusion contacting the ground and the lid being lifted in a state where the fruit and vegetable bed is laid on the ground and fruits or vegetables are placed on the upper protrusion. The opening that was closed by the lid is configured to open.
The fruit and vegetables bed according to claim 2. At least a portion of the downward protrusion protrudes below the lower surface of the base portion.
The fruit and vegetables bed according to claim 3. The downward protrusion is configured in a dome shape.
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 4. The continuous portion has a groove on at least one of an upper surface and a lower surface of the continuous portion.
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. the cut line is U-shaped;
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. The fruit and vegetable bed is molded from a thermoplastic resin foam sheet.
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. The fruit and vegetable bed is used as a tool to assist in growing fruits or vegetables.
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. The fruit and vegetable bed is used as a cushioning material for fruits or vegetables.
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. The base portion is provided with a plurality of the lid portions,
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. The base portion is provided with a rib along an edge of the base portion,
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to claim 1. A drain groove extending toward the lid is provided on the upper surface of the base.
A bed for fruits and vegetables according to any one of claims 1 to 12.

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