TW202031583A - Hose box assembl, hose box and bracket member used thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

A hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) includes a hose box (102) adapted to receive a hose reel. The hose box (102) includes a housing (104). The hose box (102) also includes a mounting interface (120), an inlet (122), and an outlet (124) disposed on the housing (104). The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) also includes a bracket member (126, 302, 604). The bracket member (126, 302, 604) includes a receiving interface (306, 608). The receiving interface (306, 608) is adapted to rotatably and removably engage with respect to the mounting interface (120) of the hose box (102). The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) further includes a retaining member (142, 201, 602). The retaining member (142, 201, 602) is disposed in association with each of the mounting interface (120) of the hose box (102) and the receiving interface (306, 608) of the bracket member (126, 302, 604). The retaining member (142, 201, 602) is adapted to retain the mounting interface (120) on the bracket member (126, 302, 604).

Description

Hose box assembly, hose box and bracket components used with it

The present invention relates to a hose box assembly, and more specifically to the structure of the hose box assembly.

Hose reels are used to provide fluid flow, such as water, in spaces such as lawns, parks, etc. The hose reel may have an extended length of hose, which may be used to provide fluid flow to a distance relative to a fluid source, such as a faucet. Generally, the hose reel is enclosed in a hose box, so that the hose reel can be easily stored and carried according to user requirements.

Generally, a bracket can be used in combination with a hose box to keep the hose box in a predetermined position. In some cases, the bracket may be fixedly attached to the ground or wall surface. Further, the hose box is movably installed on the bracket. However, in many cases, the coupling between the bracket and the hose box may be complicated and difficult for the user to disassemble. As a result, the user may have to install multiple hose boxes and associated brackets in a desired location, thereby increasing the user's system cost.

Furthermore, in many cases, such as when mounting the bracket to the wall surface, the rotational movement of the hose box relative to the bracket may be restricted. As such, the operational flexibility and availability of the hose box may be limited. Furthermore, in many cases, the coupling between the hose box and the bracket can be weak and inefficient. In this way, in case of unintentional movement and/or force, the hose box can be easily separated from the bracket.

U.S. Patent 7,857,000 (hereinafter referred to as the '000 reference) provides an example of a hose box. The '000 reference discloses a garden hose assembly having an elongated column with a longitudinal axis and an internal opening extending through at least a portion of the elongated column. An inlet coupling is provided on the elongate column for connection to a water hose. The housing is mounted to the top of the elongated column and includes an open internal area. The rotation coupling is operatively connected to both the elongated column and the housing, and connects the housing to the top of the elongated column so that the housing can rotate about the longitudinal axis of the elongated column. The hose reel is rotatably installed inside the housing and is rotatable about an axis extending through the housing. Further, a water supply line is connected to the inlet coupling and extends upward through the internal opening in the elongated column. The water supply line includes a first portion generally extending from the inlet coupling to the rotary coupling and a second portion extending from the rotary coupling to the hose reel. When the housing rotates around the longitudinal axis of the elongated column, the second part of the water supply line can rotate with the housing.

Therefore, there is a need for an improved hose box assembly for such applications.

In view of the above, the purpose of the present invention is to solve or at least reduce the disadvantages discussed above. According to an embodiment of the present invention, this objective is at least partially achieved by a hose box assembly. The hose box assembly includes a hose box. The hose box is adapted to accommodate hose reels. The hose box includes a housing. The hose box includes an installation interface arranged on the housing. The installation interface extends away from the housing. The hose box also includes an inlet provided on the housing and spaced apart from the mounting interface. The hose box further includes an outlet provided on the housing and spaced apart from each of the mounting interface and the inlet. The hose box assembly also includes a bracket member. The support member includes a receiving interface. The receiving interface is adapted to be rotatably and removably engaged with the mounting interface of the hose box. The hose box assembly further includes a holding member. The holding member is provided in association with each of the mounting interface of the hose box and the receiving interface of the bracket member. The holding member is adapted to hold the mounting interface on the bracket member. In this way, the hose box can be easily assembled and separated from the bracket member, which is fixed in the assembled state by the holding member. Therefore, improved usability is provided. In addition, in the case where multiple bracket members can be provided in a space such as a lawn, for example, a single hose box can be installed on any one of the multiple bracket members as required, thereby providing improved flexibility and portability And productivity.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the holding member is adapted to be rotatably and removably coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box relative to the receiving interface of the bracket member. As such, the hose box assembly provides a complete 360 degree rotation of the hose box relative to the support member, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility. More specifically, the hose box can be rotated in any selected direction based on operational requirements, without requiring frequent alignment and adjustment of the hose box with respect to the bracket member.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the holding member is unlockably coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box via the interlocking surface. In addition, the holding member is unlockably coupled to the receiving interface of the bracket member via a threaded connection. In this way, the interlocking surface and the threaded connection allow the holding member to be easily coupled to each of the hose box and the bracket member with reduced complexity, reduced user workload, and reduced user skills, respectively, This in turn makes assembly easy. In other embodiments, the retaining member may be unlockably coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box and/or the receiving of the bracket member via any other connection (such as bayonet connection, interlocking tab/surface, snap assembly, etc.) Interface, and then improve flexibility.

According to the embodiment of the present invention, the holding member has a separate configuration. As such, with reduced complexity, reduced user workload, and reduced user skills, the holding member can be easily coupled to the installation interface of the hose box, thereby making assembly easy.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the inner surface of the holding member has a substantially circular configuration. As such, the holding member provides a complete 360 degree rotation of the hose box relative to the bracket member, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the holding member is unlockably coupled to each of the mounting interface of the hose box and the receiving interface of the bracket member via the interlocking surface. In this way, the interlocking surface allows the holding member to be easily coupled to each of the hose box and the bracket member with reduced complexity, reduced user workload, and reduced user skills, thereby making assembly easy .

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the holding member has a substantially semicircular configuration. As such, with reduced complexity, reduced user workload, and reduced user skills, the holding member can be easily coupled to the mounting interface of the hose box and the receiving interface of the bracket member, thereby making assembly easy. In addition, the retaining member provides a complete 360 degree rotation of the hose box relative to the bracket member, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the holding member is made of one or more materials selected from polymer, plastic, and metal. In this way, multiple material options can be used to manufacture the retaining member, which in turn provides manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the installation interface is provided on the bottom of the hose box. In this way, the static force and dynamic force of the hose box can be effectively transmitted to the bracket member via the installation interface, thereby providing product stability, durability and service life.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the mounting interface is axially aligned with respect to the center of gravity of the hose box. In this way, the static force of the hose box can be effectively transmitted to the bracket member through the installation interface, thereby providing product stability, durability and service life.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, each of the mounting interface of the hose box and the receiving interface of the bracket member has a substantially circular configuration. In this way, a complete 360-degree rotation of the hose box relative to the bracket member is achieved, which in turn provides improved rotation and operational flexibility. In addition, the hose box can be rotated in any selected direction based on operational requirements without requiring frequent alignment and adjustment of the hose box with respect to the bracket member.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the hose box has a substantially circular configuration. In this way, the hose box can have a minimum footprint based on the size of the hose reel, thereby providing compact and efficient packaging.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the rod member is coupled to the bracket member. The rod member is adapted to removably mount the bracket member on the ground. In this way, the rod member can install the hose box at any desired position on the ground via the bracket member, thereby providing improved operational flexibility and usability.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the rod member is made of one or more materials selected from polymer, plastic, and metal. In this way, a variety of material options can be used to manufacture the rod member, which in turn provides manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality. In addition, the rod member is adapted to be coupled to any attachment, such as an anchor member, a support member, etc.

According to an embodiment of the invention, the anchor member is adapted to be removably coupled to the rod member. The anchor member is adapted to removably mount the rod member on the ground. In this way, the anchor member can install the hose box at any desired position on the ground via the bracket member and the rod member, thereby providing improved operational flexibility and usability.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the anchor member is made of one or more materials selected from polymer, plastic, and metal. In this way, multiple material options can be used to manufacture the anchor member, which in turn provides manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, at least one fastening component is used to removably mount the bracket member to the wall surface. In this way, the hose box can be installed at any desired position on the wall surface via the bracket member, thereby providing effective use of the available space and improved flexibility.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the support member has a substantially conical configuration. In this way, the support member has a simple and effective design, thereby providing reduced structural complexity and manufacturing convenience. In addition, the tapered structure can effectively transmit force from the hose box to the anchor member through the bracket member and the rod member, thereby providing improved product stability, durability and service life.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, each of the hose box and the bracket member is made of one or more materials selected from polymer, plastic, and metal. In this way, a variety of material options can be used to manufacture each of the hose box and the bracket member, thereby providing manufacturing flexibility and improved product quality.

According to the embodiment of the present invention, the hose box, the bracket member, the holding member, the rod member and/or the anchor member are manufactured by three-dimensional printing. The use of three-dimensional printing (optionally, 3D printing) provides the versatility and low delivery of different materials used in the manufacture and design of hose boxes, bracket members, retaining members, rod members and/or anchor members time.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user of the hose box assembly is provided with a data file with pre-stored instructions to print the hose box, bracket member, holding member, rod member and/or anchor member through a three-dimensional printer . In this way, various customization options can be provided for hose boxes, bracket members, retaining members, rod members, and/or anchor members.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the hose box, the bracket member, the holding member, the rod member, and/or the anchor member are presented in a digital format. In addition to other factors (such as safety, user convenience, etc.), the hose box, bracket member, retaining member, rod member, and/or anchor member can be made available in a digital format according to compatibility with the prior art.

Other features and aspects of the present invention will become apparent from the following description and drawings.

Hereinafter, the present invention will be described more fully with reference to the drawings, in which exemplary embodiments of the present invention incorporating one or more aspects of the present invention are shown. However, the present invention can be implemented in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. On the contrary, these embodiments are provided to make the present invention thorough and complete, and to fully convey the scope of the present invention to those skilled in the art. For example, one or more aspects of the present invention can be used in other embodiments, and even in other types of structures and/or methods. In the drawings, the same reference numerals indicate the same elements.

Certain terms are used herein for convenience only and should not be regarded as limiting the present invention. For example, "up", "down", "front", "back", "side", "portrait", "horizontal", "horizontal", "up", "down", "forward", " Backward, "To the side", "Left", "Right", "Horizontal", "Vertical", "Upward", "Inside", "Outside", "Inward", "Outward", "Top ", "bottom", "higher", "above", "below", "center", "middle", "intermediate", "between", "end", "adjacent", "parallel", " "Tilt", "close", "near", "distal", "distant", "radial", "circumferential", etc. only describe the configuration shown in the drawings. In fact, the components can be positioned in any direction, and therefore, unless otherwise stated, the terms should be understood to encompass such variations.

Referring to Figure 1, an exploded perspective view of one embodiment of the hose box assembly 100 is shown. The hose box assembly 100 will be interchangeably referred to as "assembly 100" hereinafter. The assembly 100 may be adapted to provide fluid flow, such as water, in a space around the assembly 100 (such as a garden, park, lawn, field, playground, etc.). The assembly 100 can be used for various activities, such as gardening, agriculture, irrigation, and so on.

The assembly 100 includes a hose box 102. The hose box 102 defines an axis X-X' such that the center of gravity (CG) of the hose box 102 is located on the axis X-X'. It should be noted that the position of the CG shown in the drawing is only exemplary and may be changed. The hose box 102 is adapted to rotatably accommodate hoses (not shown). In the stowed position, the hose is adapted to be selectively wound in the hose box 102. In the working position, the hose (not shown) is adapted to be selectively unwound from the hose reel in order to allow the hose to exit from the hose box 102. In this manner, the hose can extend from the hose box 102 to provide fluid flow.

The hose box 102 includes a housing 104. The housing 104 has a separate structure including a first half portion 106 and a second half portion 108. Each of the first half 106 and the second half 108 are removably coupled to each other using one or more fasteners 110, such as screws or bolts. In other embodiments, each of the first half 106 and the second half 108 may be coupled to each other using any other fastening method (such as tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). In addition, in some embodiments, the housing 104 may include multiple parts based on application requirements.

The housing 104 includes a top portion 112, a bottom portion 114, and side portions 116 and 118. The axis X-X' extends between the top 112 and the bottom 114. Each of the side portions 116, 118 is arranged to face each other and between each of the top portion 112 and the bottom portion 114. In the illustrated embodiment, the housing 104 has a generally hollow circular configuration. In other embodiments, the housing 104 may have any other configuration, such as rectangular, oval, and the like. The housing 104 is adapted to rotatably close the hose.

The hose box 102 includes a mounting interface 120. In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting interface 120 is integral with the hose box 102. In other embodiments, the mounting interface 120 may be a separate element coupled to the hose box 102. The installation interface 120 is provided on the housing 104. More specifically, the mounting interface 120 is provided on the bottom 114 of the housing 104 and extends away from the housing 104. The mounting interface 120 is axially aligned with respect to the axis X-X'. In this way, the mounting interface 120 is axially aligned with respect to the CG. The mounting interface 120 has a substantially circular configuration.

The hose box 102 includes an inlet 122. The inlet 122 is provided on the housing 104 and is spaced apart from the installation interface 120. More specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, the inlet 122 is provided on the side 116. In some embodiments, the inlet 122 may be provided on any one of the top 112, the bottom 114, or the side 118 of the housing 104 based on application requirements. Furthermore, in the illustrated embodiment, the inlet 122 is arranged substantially perpendicular to the axis X-X'. In other embodiments, the inlet 122 may be inclined relative to the axis X-X' based on application requirements. The inlet 122 is arranged in fluid communication with the hose reel. The inlet 122 is adapted to receive a fluid flow from an external fluid source (not shown).

The hose box 102 includes an outlet 124. The outlet 124 is provided on the housing 104. More specifically, the outlet 124 is provided to be spaced apart from each of the installation interface 120 and the inlet 122. In the illustrated embodiment, the outlet 124 is provided on the top 112 of the housing 104. In other embodiments, the outlet 124 may be provided on any other part of the housing 104, such as the bottom 114. The outlet 124 is adapted to allow the hose to selectively exit and enter the housing 104.

Any material (such as polymer, metal, plastic, etc.) can be used to manufacture the hose box 102. Any process (such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc.) may be used to manufacture the hose box 102. In some embodiments, the hose box 102 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing (also referred to as additive manufacturing or 3D printing). In this case, the user of the hose box 102 can provide a data file with pre-stored commands to print the hose box 102 through a three-dimensional printer (not shown). This can enable custom designs or any modifications (if required) with minimal effort. Taking into account the type of application or end user preferences and other factors, the hose box 102 can be conveniently presented in a digital format.

In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly 100 includes a ground support member 126. The ground support member 126 has a separate configuration including a first half portion 128 and a second half portion 130. Each of the first half portion 128 and the second half portion 130 is removably coupled to each other using one or more fasteners 132, such as screws or bolts. In other embodiments, each of the first half portion 128 and the second half portion 130 may be coupled to each other using any other fastening method (such as tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). In some embodiments, the ground support member 126 may include multiple parts based on application requirements. In some embodiments, the ground support member 126 may have a one-piece construction. In the illustrated embodiment, the ground support member 126 has a generally conical configuration. In other embodiments, the ground support member 126 may have any other configuration, such as rectangular, trapezoidal, and the like.

The assembly 100 includes a rod member 134. The rod member 134 has a substantially elongated structure. The rod member 134 is axially aligned with respect to the axis X-X'. In the illustrated embodiment, the rod member 134 is integrally formed with the ground support member 126. In other embodiments, the rod member 134 may be coupled to the ground support member 126 using any fastening method (such as bonding, bolting, interlocking surfaces, tabs, etc.). The rod member 134 is adapted to removably mount the ground support member 126 on the ground (not shown). In some embodiments, the rod member 134 may be coupled to a stand member (not shown) in order to mount the floor support member 126 and the hose box 102 on the ground.

Any material (such as polymer, metal, plastic, etc.) may be used to manufacture the rod member 134. Any process (such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc.) may be used to manufacture the rod member 134. In some embodiments, the rod member 134 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, the user of the rod member 134 can provide a data file with pre-stored commands to print the rod member 134 through a three-dimensional printer. This can enable custom designs or any modifications (if required) with minimal effort. Taking into account the type of application or end user preference and other factors, the rod member 134 can be conveniently presented in a digital format.

The assembly 100 also includes an anchor member 136. The anchor member 136 has a generally elongated configuration. The anchor member 136 is adapted to be arranged in axial alignment with respect to the axis X-X'. The anchor member 136 is adapted to be removably coupled to the rod member 134. In the illustrated embodiment, the anchor member 136 includes a receiving portion 138. The receiving portion 138 is adapted to removably receive the rod member 134. In other embodiments, the anchor member 136 may be coupled to the rod member 134 using any fastening method (such as threaded coupling, bolted connection, tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). In other embodiments, the anchor member 136 may be integrally formed with the rod member 134.

The anchor member 136 also includes a ground engaging portion 140. The ground engaging portion 140 is provided adjacent to the receiving portion 138. In the illustrated embodiment, the ground engaging portion 140 has a screw-type configuration. In other embodiments, the ground engaging portion 140 may include any other configuration, such as a fork-like configuration. The ground joint 140 is adapted to be inserted into the ground. Therefore, the anchor member 136 is adapted to removably install the rod member 134 on the ground.

Any material (such as polymer, metal, plastic, etc.) may be used to manufacture the anchor member 136. Any process (such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc.) may be used to manufacture the anchor member 136. In some embodiments, the anchor member 136 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, the user of the anchor member 136 may provide a data file with pre-stored commands to print the anchor member 136 through a three-dimensional printer. This can enable custom designs or any modifications (if required) with minimal effort. Taking into account the type of application or end user preferences and other factors, the anchor member 136 can be conveniently presented in a digital format.

The assembly 100 further includes a holding member 142. In the illustrated embodiment, the holding member 142 is a two-piece element and is integral with the ground support member 126. In other embodiments, the holding member 142 may be a separate element relative to the ground support member 126. The holding member 142 is adapted to be axially aligned with respect to the axis X-X'. Another embodiment of the holding member 201 will be explained in more detail with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3. Referring to Figure 2, a perspective view of the holding member 201 is shown. The holding member 201 has a substantially circular configuration. In the depicted exemplary embodiment, the holding member 201 has a separate configuration including a first portion 202 and a second portion 204. The first part 202 has a configuration similar to that of the second part 204. Each of the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 are coupled to each other to form a generally annular configuration. Each of the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 may be coupled to each other using any fastening method (such as tabs, interlocking surfaces, etc.). In another embodiment, the first portion 202 and the second portion 204 of the holding member 201 may be integrated with respect to each other to form a single-piece holding member.

The holding member 201 includes a channel portion 206. The channel portion 206 is provided on the inner surface 208 of the holding member 201. The channel portion 206 is adapted to removably and rotatably receive the mounting interface 120. The holding member 201 also includes a holding threaded portion 210. In the illustrated embodiment, the retaining threaded portion 210 is provided on the outer surface 212 of the retaining member 201. In other embodiments, the retaining threaded portion 210 may be provided on the inner surface 208 of the retaining member 201. The retaining threaded portion 210 is adapted to be removably coupled to the ground support member 126.

Referring to FIGS. 3 and 4, an exploded view and an assembly view of another embodiment of the assembly 300 are respectively shown. 3, the assembly 300 includes a hose box 102, a mounting interface 120, and a holding member 201, as described with reference to FIG. 2. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly 300 also includes a wall bracket member 302. In the illustrated embodiment, the wall bracket member 302 has a generally curved L-shaped configuration that defines the axis Y-Y'. In other embodiments, the wall bracket member 302 may have any other configuration, such as a J-shaped configuration, a T-shaped configuration, and the like. The wall bracket member 302 is adapted to be removably mounted to the wall surface 402 (as shown in FIG. 4) such that the axis Y-Y' is substantially parallel to the wall surface 402. The wall bracket member 302 may be mounted to the wall surface 402 using one or more fasteners 304, such as screws or bolts.

The wall bracket member 302 includes a receiving interface 306. The receiving interface 306 includes a receiving threaded portion 308. When the hose box 102 is assembled on the wall bracket member 302, the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102 is rotatably and removably accommodated in the channel portion 206 of the holding member 201. Further, the retaining threaded portion 210 of the retaining member 201 is removably coupled to the receiving threaded portion 308 of the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302. As such, as shown in FIG. 4, the hose box 102 is rotatably and removably installed on the wall bracket member 302. Therefore, the hose box 102 may be selectively installed on any one of the floor support member 126 or the wall support member 302 so as to install the hose box 102 on the ground or the wall surface 402, respectively, based on application requirements.

Referring to Fig. 5, a cross-sectional view of the mounting interface 120, wall bracket member 302, and holding member 201 of Fig. 4 in an assembled position is shown. The wall bracket member 302 includes a receiving interface 306. The receiving interface 306 has a substantially circular configuration. The receiving interface 306 includes a receiving threaded portion 308. In the illustrated embodiment, the receiving threaded portion 308 is provided on the inner surface 502 of the receiving interface 306. In other embodiments, the receiving threaded portion 308 may be provided on the outer surface 504 of the receiving interface 306. The receiving interface 306 is arranged to be axially aligned with respect to the axis X-X' and is associated with the mounting interface 120. Therefore, the receiving interface 306 is adapted to be rotatably and removably coupled with respect to the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102.

In the assembled position, the holding member 201 is arranged to be associated with each of the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102 and the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302. In this way, the holding member 201 is suitable for holding the mounting interface 120 on the wall bracket member 302. More specifically, the installation interface 120 of the hose box 102 is accommodated in the channel part 206 of the holding member 201.

In addition, the retaining screw portion 210 is screw-coupled to the receiving screw portion 308. Therefore, the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302 is removably coupled to the holding member 201 through a screw connection. As such, the holding member 201 is adapted to be rotatably and removably coupled to the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102 with respect to the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302. In addition, the installation interface 120 further includes a flange portion 506. The flange portion 506 extends away from the axis X-X'. Further, the holding member 201 includes a shoulder 508. The shoulder 508 extends toward the axis X-X' and is provided in association with the flange portion 506. In the assembled position, the shoulder 508 is provided above the flange portion 506 in order to retain the mounting interface 120 on the wall bracket member 302. It will be understood that the threaded coupling of the holding member 201 used in the depicted example is only exemplary. In any other embodiment, the receiving interface 306 of the wall bracket member 302 may be removably coupled to the holding member using any other fastening method (such as interlocking surfaces, tabs, snap components, bayonet coupling, etc.) 201.

6 and 7, respectively, an exploded view and a partial cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the assembly 600 are shown. As shown in FIG. 6, the assembly 600 includes a hose box 102 and a mounting interface 120, as described with reference to FIGS. 1, 2 and 3. The assembly 600 also includes a holding member 602. The holding member 602 will be explained in more detail below with reference to FIG. 8. In the illustrated embodiment, the assembly 600 further includes a wall bracket member 604. In the illustrated embodiment, the wall bracket member 604 has a generally curved L-shaped configuration that defines the axis Z-Z'. In other embodiments, the wall bracket member 604 may have any other configuration, such as a J-shaped configuration, a T-shaped configuration, and the like. The wall bracket member 604 is adapted to be removably mounted to the wall surface 402 such that the axis Z-Z' is substantially parallel to the wall surface 402. The wall bracket member 604 may be mounted to the wall surface 402 using one or more fasteners 606, such as screws or bolts.

As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the wall bracket member 604 includes a receiving interface 608. The receiving interface 608 has a substantially circular configuration. The receiving interface 608 includes a base 610. The base 610 has a generally flat and circular configuration. The base 610 includes a plurality of slots 612. Each of the slots 612 is arranged to be spaced apart and parallel to each other. The receiving interface 608 also includes a receiving slot portion 614. The receiving groove portion 614 is provided adjacent to and associated with the base 610. The receiving groove portion 614 has a substantially semicircular configuration. The receiving groove portion 614 is adapted to rotatably and removably receive a part of the mounting interface 120. As such, the receiving groove portion 614 provides an interlocking surface to removably engage with the mounting interface 120.

Referring to Figure 8, a perspective view of the holding member 602 is shown. The holding member 602 has a substantially semicircular configuration. More specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, each of the inner surface 806 and the outer surface 808 of the holding member 602 has a semicircular configuration. In other embodiments, the outer surface 808 of the holding member 602 may have any other configuration, such as rectangular. The holding member 602 includes a holding groove portion 802. The retaining groove portion 802 is adapted to rotatably and removably accommodate the remaining part of the mounting interface 120. As such, the retaining groove portion 802 provides an interlocking surface to removably engage with the mounting interface 120. The holding member 602 also includes a plurality of ribs 804. Each of the ribs 804 is arranged to be spaced apart from each other and parallel. Each of the ribs 804 is adapted to be removably received in each of the grooves 612, respectively. As such, each of the ribs 804 and each of the grooves 612 provide an interlocking surface to removably engage the retaining member 602 relative to the receiving interface 608.

6, 7, 8 and 9 in combination, during the assembly of the hose box 102 on the wall bracket member 604, the mounting interface 120 is mounted on the receiving interface 608 of the wall bracket member 604. More specifically, a part of the mounting interface 120 is removably and rotatably received in the receiving groove portion 614 of the receiving interface 608. Further, the holding member 602 is aligned with respect to each of the mounting interface 120 of the hose box 102 and the receiving interface 608 of the wall bracket member 604. More specifically, the remaining part of the mounting interface 120 is removably and rotatably received in the holding groove portion 802 of the holding member 602. In addition, each of the ribs 804 of the holding member 602 is removably received in each of the slots 612 of the receiving interface 608, respectively. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 9, the hose box 102 is removably and rotatably mounted on the wall bracket member 604 using the mounting interface 120, the receiving interface 608 and the holding member 602.

Any material (such as polymer, metal, plastic, etc.) may be used to manufacture the holding members 142, 201, 602. Any process (such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc.) may be used to manufacture the holding members 142, 201, 602. In some embodiments, the holding members 142, 201, 602 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, the user of the holding members 142, 201, 602 can provide a data file with pre-stored commands to print the holding members 142, 201, 602 through a three-dimensional printer. This can enable custom designs or any modifications (if required) with minimal effort. Taking into account the application type or end user preferences and other factors, the holding members 142, 201, 602 can be conveniently presented in a digital format.

Any material (such as polymer, metal, plastic, etc.) may be used to manufacture the floor support member 126 and/or the wall support members 302, 604. Any process (such as casting, molding, forging, manufacturing, etc.) may be used to manufacture the floor support member 126 and/or the wall support members 302, 604. In some embodiments, the floor support member 126 and/or the wall support members 302, 604 may be manufactured by three-dimensional printing. In this case, the user of the floor support member 126 and/or the wall support members 302, 604 can provide a data file with pre-stored commands to print the floor support member 126 and/or the wall through a 3D printer. Support members 302,604. This can enable custom designs or any modifications (if required) with minimal effort. Taking into account the type of application or end user preferences and other factors, the floor support member 126 and/or the wall support members 302, 604 can be conveniently presented in a digital format.

In the drawings and specification, the preferred embodiments and examples of the present invention have been disclosed, and although specific terms are used, they are only used in a general and descriptive sense, and are not intended to limit the scope of the appended application. The scope of the invention.

100: Hose box assembly/component 102: hose box 104: Shell 106: The first half 108: The second half 110: Fastener 112: top 114: bottom 116: side 118: Side 120: Installation interface 122: entrance 124: Exit 126: (ground) bracket component 128: The first half 130: The second half 132: Fastener 134: Rod member 136: Anchor member 138: receiving part 140: Ground joint part 142: Holding member 201: Holding member 202: Part One 204: Part Two 206: Channel part 208: inner surface 210: Keep the threaded part 212: outer surface 300: Hose box assembly/component 302: (wall) bracket member 304: Fastener 306: receiving interface 308: receiving thread part 402: wall surface 502: inner surface 504: outer surface 506: Flange 508: Shoulder 600: Hose box assembly/component 602: Holding member 604: (wall) bracket member 606: Fastener 608: receiving interface 610: base 612: slot/slot 614: receiving slot part 802: Keep the groove part 804: rib 806: inner surface 808: outer surface X-X’: axis Y-Y’: axis Z-Z’: axis CG: center of gravity

The present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings, in which:

Figure 1 shows an exploded perspective view of a hose box assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of a holding member of the hose box assembly of FIG. 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention;

Figure 3 shows an exploded perspective view of another hose box assembly according to another embodiment of the present invention;

Figure 4 shows a side view of the hose box assembly of Figure 3 in an assembled position according to an embodiment of the present invention;

Figure 5 shows a cross-sectional view of a part of the hose box assembly of Figure 4 in an assembled position according to an embodiment of the present invention;

Figure 6 shows an exploded perspective view of another hose box assembly according to another embodiment of the present invention;

Figure 7 shows a cross-sectional view of a portion of the hose box assembly of Figure 6 in an assembled position according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 8 shows a perspective view of the holding member of the hose box assembly of FIG. 6 according to an embodiment of the present invention; and

Figure 9 shows a side view of the hose box assembly of Figure 6 in an assembled position according to an embodiment of the present invention.

102: hose box

120: Installation interface

600: Hose box assembly/component

602: Holding member

604: (wall) bracket member

606: Fastener

608: receiving interface

610: base

612: slot/slot

614: receiving slot part

X-X’: axis

Z-Z’: axis

Claims (30)

A hose box assembly (100, 300, 600), including: The hose box (102) is adapted to contain a hose reel, and the hose box (102) includes: Shell (104); The installation interface (120) is arranged on the housing (104), and the installation interface (120) extends away from the housing (104); An inlet (122), the inlet is provided on the housing (104); and An outlet (124) which is provided on the housing (104) and is spaced apart from each of the installation interface (120) and the inlet (122), Its characteristics are: The inlet (122) is arranged to be spaced apart from the installation interface (120); The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) further includes: The bracket member (126, 302, 604), the bracket member includes a receiving interface (306, 608), the receiving interface (306, 608) is suitable for the installation interface (102) relative to the hose box (102) 120) Rotate and removably engage; and A holding member (142, 201, 602), the holding member is arranged to be connected to the mounting interface (120) of the hose box (102) and the receiving interface of the bracket member (126, 302, 604) For each association of (306, 608), the holding member (142, 201, 602) is adapted to hold the mounting interface (120) on the support member (126, 302, 604). The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claim 1, wherein the holding member (142, 201, 602) is relative to the receiving interface of the bracket member (126, 302, 604) (306, 608) The mounting interface (120) of the hose box (102) can be rotated and removably coupled. The hose box assembly (100, 300) according to claims 1 to 2, wherein the holding member (142, 201): Unlockably coupled to the mounting interface (120) of the hose box (102) via an interlocking surface, and The receiving interface (306) of the bracket member (126, 302) is unlockably coupled via a screw connection. The hose box assembly (100, 300) according to claims 1 to 3, wherein the holding member (142, 201) has a separate structure. The hose box assembly (100, 300) according to claims 1 to 4, wherein the inner surface (208) of the holding member (142, 201) has a substantially circular configuration. The hose box assembly (600) according to claims 1 to 2, wherein the holding member (602) is unlockably coupled to the mounting interface () of the hose box (102) via an interlocking surface 120) and each of the receiving interface (608) of the support member (604). The hose box assembly (600) according to claim 6, wherein the holding member (602) has a substantially semicircular configuration. The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 7, wherein the holding member (142, 201, 602) is made of one or more materials selected from polymer, plastic and metal production. The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 8, wherein the installation interface (120) is provided on the bottom (114) of the hose box (102). The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 9, wherein the mounting interface (120) is axially aligned with respect to the center of gravity (CG) of the hose box (102) . The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 10, wherein the mounting interface (120) of the hose box (102) and the bracket member (126, 302, 604) Each of the receiving interfaces (306, 608) of) has a substantially circular configuration. The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 11, wherein the hose box (102) has a substantially circular configuration. The hose box assembly (100) according to claims 1 to 12, further comprising a rod member (134) coupled to the bracket member (126), the rod member (134) being adapted to connect the bracket member (126) Removably installed on the ground. The hose box assembly (100) according to claim 13, wherein the rod member (134) is made of one or more materials selected from polymer, plastic and metal. The hose box assembly (100) according to claim 13 or 14, further comprising an anchor member (136) adapted to be removably coupled to the rod member (134), the anchor member (136) It is suitable for removably installing the rod member (134) on the ground. The hose box assembly (100) according to claim 15, wherein the anchor member (136) is made of one or more materials selected from polymer, plastic, and metal. The hose box assembly (300, 600) according to claims 1 to 12, wherein at least one fastener (304, 606) is used to removably mount the bracket member (302, 604) to the wall surface ( 402). The hose box assembly (100) according to claims 1 to 17, wherein the bracket member (126) has a substantially conical configuration. The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 18, wherein each of the hose box (102) and the bracket member (126, 302, 604) is selected from Made of one or more materials among polymers, plastics and metals. The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 19, wherein the hose box (102), the bracket member (126, 302, 604), At least one of the holding member (142, 201, 602), the rod member (134) and the anchor member (136). The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claim 1 to 20, wherein the user of the hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) is provided with a data file with pre-stored instructions, In order to print the hose box (102), the bracket member (126, 302, 604), the holding member (142, 201, 602), the rod member (134) and At least one of the anchor members (136). The hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) according to claims 1 to 21, wherein the hose box (102), the bracket member (126, 302, 604), the At least one of the holding member (142, 201, 602), the rod member (134), and the anchor member (136). A hose box (102) used together with the hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) described in claims 1-22. The hose box (102) according to claim 23, wherein the hose box (102) is manufactured by three-dimensional printing. The hose box (102) according to claim 23 to 24, wherein the user of the hose box (102) is provided with a data file with pre-stored instructions so as to print all the files through a three-dimensional printer The hose box (102). The hose box (102) according to claim 23 to 25, wherein the hose box (102) is presented in a digital format. A bracket component (126, 302, 604) for use with the hose box assembly (100, 300, 600) described in claims 1 to 26. The bracket member (604) according to claim 27, wherein the bracket member (604) is manufactured by three-dimensional printing. The stent component (126, 302, 604) according to claim 27 to 28, wherein the user of the stent component (126, 302, 604) is provided with a data file with pre-stored instructions to pass the three-dimensional printing The table machine prints the bracket components (126, 302, 604). The bracket member (126, 302, 604) according to claims 27 to 29, wherein the bracket member (126, 302, 604) is presented in a digital format.

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