WO2007104088A1 - Système de rangement portatif - Google Patents

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WO2007104088A1
WO2007104088A1 PCT/AU2007/000293 AU2007000293W WO2007104088A1 WO 2007104088 A1 WO2007104088 A1 WO 2007104088A1 AU 2007000293 W AU2007000293 W AU 2007000293W WO 2007104088 A1 WO2007104088 A1 WO 2007104088A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C11/00—Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups A45C1/00-A45C9/00
    • A45C11/26—Roll-up holders with pockets for separate articles
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
    • A01K—ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; CARE OF BIRDS, FISHES, INSECTS; FISHING; REARING OR BREEDING ANIMALS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; NEW BREEDS OF ANIMALS
    • A01K97/00—Accessories for angling
    • A01K97/06—Containers or holders for hooks, lines, sinkers, flies or the like
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C11/00—Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups A45C1/00-A45C9/00
    • A45C11/20—Lunch or picnic boxes or the like
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
    • A45C13/02—Interior fittings; Means, e.g. inserts, for holding and packing articles
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C7/00—Collapsible or extensible purses, luggage, bags or the like
    • A45C7/0059—Flexible luggage; Hand bags
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
    • A45F3/00—Travelling or camp articles; Sacks or packs carried on the body
    • A45F3/04—Sacks or packs carried on the body by means of two straps passing over the two shoulders
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C11/00—Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups A45C1/00-A45C9/00
    • A45C11/04—Spectacle cases; Pince-nez cases
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C11/00—Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups A45C1/00-A45C9/00
    • A45C11/16—Jewel boxes
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
    • A45C13/30—Straps; Bands
    • A45C2013/306—Straps; Bands for attaching auxiliary articles to luggage, e.g. piggyback
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45F—TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT: SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY
    • A45F5/00—Holders or carriers for hand articles; Holders or carriers for use while travelling or camping
    • A45F5/10—Handles for carrying purposes
    • A45F2005/1006—Handles for carrying purposes with means embracing the hand article to be carried
    • A45F2005/1013—Handles for carrying purposes with means embracing the hand article to be carried comprising a strap or band

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  • the present invention generally relates to a portable storage system for storing, arranging and organising various items and accessories.
  • the storage system is used for storing fishing accessories such as tackles, lures, hooks, traces and the like and it will be convenient to hereinafter disclose the invention in relation to that exemplary application.
  • fishing accessories such as tackles, lures, hooks, traces and the like
  • the invention is not limited to that application and may have utility in various other applications including for example storage of sewing and needlework accessories, DIY hardware, jewellery, and the like.
  • a portable storage system including: at least one storage sheet, each storage sheet including a mounting area in which one or more individual items can be mounted; each storage sheet further including releasable attachment means for releasably mounting the storage sheet in a desired location or assembly.
  • the storage sheets of the present invention therefore allow a user to individually mount items such as fishing tackle, lures, traces, hooks, sewing needles, threads or the like onto or within the mounting area of an individual sheet. Each item is easily visible and accessible and is preferably securely mounted within the sheet. The system can therefore be inverted, bumped or knocked and without disturbing the contents mounted on the sheets. Moreover, a user can mount particular groups or types of items on separate storage sheets.
  • the portable storage system of the present invention is modular in configuration allowing additional storage sheets to be added and/or removed to accommodate various types and numbers of items.
  • the storage sheets may be releasably fastened together in any desirable configuration. Releasable attachment means are preferably provided on front and back faces of the storage sheets to enable the storage sheets to be fastened together and/or mounted on various surfaces in different configurations.
  • each storage sheet includes at least one hinge region including releasable attachment means for releasably mounting the storage sheet in a desired location or assembly.
  • the releasable attachment means allows one or more storage sheets to be fastened together in various configurations and allows individual storage sheets to be releasably fastened in a variety of locations such as for instance, the back of a door, or in the cabin of a boat, etc.
  • each storage sheet includes two hinge regions positioned on opposed edges of the storage sheet, each hinge region including releasable attachment means for releasably mounting the storage sheet in a desired location or assembly.
  • each sheet to be mounted by releasably securing the top and bottom of the storage sheet to mounting means, and also allows two or more storage sheets to be releasably fastened end-to-end, or on top of one another in a generally stacked arrangement.
  • Two or more storage sheets may be arranged in a generally stacked arrangement with each storage sheet substantially overlying another, the releasable attachment means fastening each storage sheet in an arrangement which allows each storage sheet fastened in the arrangement to be moved away from one or more adjacent storage sheets fastened in the arrangement and thereby expose the mounting area of the one or more adjacent storage sheets.
  • the hinge region described earlier may provide a flexible region about which the storage sheets can be paged.
  • the storage sheets themselves can have a number of configurations.
  • Each configuration is particularly adapted for a particular type of lure, tackle, trace or other fishing item but will also have utility in various other applications.
  • the mounting area of the storage sheet includes resilient material.
  • the resilient material is a plastic based foam material, such as polyurethane foam (foam rubber), latex foam, Styrofoam or the like.
  • the resilient material is preferably mounted on a plastic frame or framework.
  • the framework includes a rectangular shaped frame.
  • the resilient material is preferably deformable enough to allow certain portions of the lure, tackle, trace or other fishing item to be inserted through or into the material.
  • the item may include a fastening portion which can be inserted into the flexible sheets to mount at least one end of the item to the sheet.
  • the resilient material is typically resilient enough to secure the portion inserted there through onto the sheet.
  • one or more additional fasteners can be used to mount one or more items onto the mounting area. These additional fasteners ensure that the items are securely mounted on the storage sheets.
  • These fasteners may comprise a strip, preferably a plastic strip. However, additional fastening strength can be obtained if the additional fastener includes an elasticised strip. In this form, the elastic strip of the additional fastener can be stretched over the item, and therefore impart a biasing force onto the item.
  • the storage sheet can also include a notch on at least two opposed sides of the storage sheet.
  • the notches can be of any shape or configuration such as circulate, square, serrated or the like.
  • the notch is of a V- shaped configuration. These notches can be used as a guide around which a line or leader can be wound.
  • the sheets are configured to protect items while securing to minimize damage to items in transit.
  • the storage sheet further includes a transparent layer to cover any items mounted thereon.
  • the transparent layer may be formed from any plastic material which is preferably see-though and sufficiently tough to prevent penetration by needles, hooks and the like.
  • the flexible sheets include a mounting area having one or more compartments in which items can be stored.
  • a number of items can be stored within each compartment. However, for the sake of clarity and ease of use, it is preferable that only one item is stored in each compartment.
  • This form of storage sheet preferably secures the items within the compartment.
  • compartments are possible.
  • the mounting area includes a plastic sheet forming one or more pockets.
  • the compartment is generally flat, and therefore assists in the stacking arrangement of a plurality of assembled storage sheets.
  • one or more of the compartments include a moulded receptacle.
  • the receptacle has a moulded shape which conforms to the shape of the item to be stored in the receptacle.
  • the portable storage system of the present invention could be used with only one embodiment of the storage sheets described above, it is preferable that a combination of different types of storage sheets are used.
  • the use of a number of different types of storage sheet provides a user with a number of options for storing a large variety of different types, sizes and design of items in the system.
  • at least part of the storage sheet is formed form a buoyant material which can substantially float the items mounted thereon.
  • This embodiment has particular application in the storage of fishing tackle and related accessories. A storage sheet which has been dropped in the water will be prevented from sinking by its inherent buoyancy, thereby protecting the items mounted or otherwise stored in or on that sheet from being lost in the water.
  • Each storage sheet may be planar in form.
  • the storage sheet may include a front surface and a rear surface.
  • the mounting area comprises at least a part of the front or rear surface of the storage sheets, or alternatively, may comprise part of the front and rear surfaces the storage sheet.
  • the portable storage system includes a storage sheet holder including a flexible structure having releasable attachment means secured thereto to enable releasable mounting of one or more storage sheets.
  • the holder acts as an organiser for collating and securing together the various storage sheets used to store a particular group of items and assemble them in an easy to manage and readily accessible fashion.
  • the storage sheet holder may include means for vertically mounting the storage sheet holder complete with sheets, i.e. for hanging on a wall, door, or the like.
  • the storage sheet holder may include one or more straps for securing any storage sheets mounted thereon. Fastening of the strap or straps also prevents the various storage sheets moving away from the preferred stacked arrangement for storage or transport.
  • the storage sheet holder can be releasably mounted at any desired location. This allows the storage system to be moved from one location, for example a bench, shed or cupboard, to a second location, for example a tackle box, portable container bag or boat.
  • a first storage sheet holder can be used to store a number of storage sheets having an array of different items, a second storage sheet holder can then be loaded with a customised selection of storage sheets selected for a particular purpose.
  • the storage sheet holder may be placed in a bag for transport.
  • Suitable containers include bags, backpacks, attaches, briefcases, boxes, carry-ons, carryalls, cases, diddies, duffels, gears, grub-bags, handbags, haversacks, holdalls, kits, knapsacks, packs, pocketbooks, pokes, pouches, purses, rucksacks, sacs, sacks, saddlebags, satchels, suitcases, totes or the like.
  • This allows the storage system of the present invention to be more easily carried by a user to a location of use such as a fishing location on the rocks, lake, stream, boat or the like.
  • the container includes a backpack.
  • the storage sheets of the present invention may include at least one fastening aperture. It is preferable that the fastening aperture is located proximate to at least one edge of a storage sheet. More preferably, the fastening aperture is located at a position located proximate to the general centre of an edge of the sheet. Each fastening aperture is adapted to receive there through the arm of a fastening device.
  • the fastening device may be any suitable fastening device having a insertion body which is capable of releasably fastening two or more storage sheets together though the one or more fastening apertures, e.g. a simple binder ring, or a lever arch type bracket. This type of fastening device allows the storage sheets to be laterally movable with respect to one another. Moreover, this type of fastening device allows all items on a storage sheet to be seen clearly, simply by "paging" through the storage sheets.
  • each of the apertures is spaced apart relative to each other located proximate to one edge of a storage sheet.
  • the fastening aperture is reinforced, for example with a plastic or metal grommet.
  • Figure 1 shows one embodiment of a storage sheet used in a portable storage system in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIG. 1 shows the storage sheet shown in Figure 1 with items mounted thereon.
  • FIGS 3a to 4c show another embodiment of a storage sheet used in a portable storage system in accordance with the present invention.
  • Figure 5 shows yet another embodiment of a storage sheet used in a portable storage system in accordance with the present invention.
  • Figure 6 shows the storage sheet shown in Figure 5 with items mounted thereon.
  • Figure 7 shows a number of storage sheets assembled in a stacked arrangement according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 8 shows a number of storage sheets assembled in a stacked arrangement and paged open according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 9 shows a storage sheet holder according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 10 shows a storage sheet holder with storage sheets mounted thereon according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 1 1 shows the storage sheet holder of Figure 10 further including a strap according to an embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 12 shows a front view of a backpack for transporting the portable storage system according to the present invention.
  • Figure 13 shows a rear view of the backpack shown in Figure 12.
  • Figure 14 shows the portable storage system according to the present invention mounted in the backpack shown in Figures 12 and 13.
  • Figure 15 shows an alternative carry case for transporting the portable storage system according to the present invention.
  • the portable storage system of the present invention has particular application to the storage of fishing tackle and accessories and it will be convenient to hereinafter describe it in this context. It is to be appreciated however, that the portable storage system of the present invention is not limited to application for storage and transport of fishing tackle, but may be used to store, transport and manage a wide variety of items including sewing tools and accessories, beads, donrdashery, sunglasses, DIY hardware such as nuts and bolts, etc.
  • Figures 1 to 6 there are shown a number of different types of storage sheets 10 according to various embodiments of the portable storage system 12 of the present invention.
  • a first form of the storage sheets 10 is shown in Figures 1 and 2 and may be hereinafter referred to as a lure sheet 10 due to its suitability for mounting and storing fishing lures 14 as shown in Figure 2.
  • the illustrated lure sheet 10 consists of a sheet of resilient material sheeting defining a mounting area 16.
  • the illustrated lure sheets 10 are generally A4 size, however it can be appreciated that the lure sheets could be of any suitable size.
  • the resilient material is typically formed from a plastic based foam material preferably having water resistant or water proof properties.
  • the foam material construction of the lure sheet results in the lure sheet exhibiting some degree of flexibility.
  • the resilient nature of the foam material allows the material to spring back to its rest state when compressed and then released.
  • the foam mounting area 16 is framed by a stiff plastic support frame (not shown) located under the foam material.
  • the foam material may be attached to the plastic frame using thread stitching or another type of fastening or adhesive method.
  • the resilient material is also buoyant to substantially float items mounted on the sheet on water.
  • the resilient material is also buoyant to substantially float items mounted on the sheet on water.
  • the foam material is sufficiently buoyant to float with up to 500 gram of item weight on each lure sheet. Therefore, a lure sheet accidentally falls into water the items attached to the sheet will not sink and be lost in the water.
  • each fishing lure 14 generally includes a hook portion 18 which is used to hook fish, and a lure body portion 20, shaped in an appealing shape such as a fish, crab or the like intended to attract fish.
  • Lures 14 can be mounted in the lure sheet 10 by inserting the hook portion 18 of the lure into the foam mounting area 16. The resilient nature of the foam ensures the hook portion 18 is tightly held in the sheet 10. In the case of relatively small lures 14 such as small plastic trout flies, spinner bait or bait jigs, the fixing of the hook portion 18 within the foam mounting area 16 is sufficient to firmly hold the lure 14 on the lure sheet 10.
  • the hook portion is secured within the foam mounting area 16 and any loose parts of the lure, for example, the body portion of a metal slice or chrome twistie, is then secured using a strap 22.
  • the straps 22 are designed to secure any fishing items such as lures or traces that need to be more securely held.
  • the body of a metal slice, deep jig or a sinker on a trace can be further secured with one or more straps.
  • the straps 22 preferably consist of an elasticised band set between two fasteners having claw grips (not shown) which can be hooked into the foam mounting area 16. To use the strap 22, the elasticised band is stretched over the body portion 20 of the lure 14, and the two fasteners are hooked into the foam mounting area 16.
  • a range of weighted jigs up to 250 grams can be secured with the straps.
  • the lure sheet 10 further includes a removable layer 24 to cover any items or lures 14 mounted on the lure sheet 10.
  • the removable layer 24 is configured to allow easy access to any items mounted on the lure sheet 10 whilst protecting the items mounted thereon and avoiding hooks 18 from catching on hooks or other items mounted on the storage sheet 10 above or below.
  • the removable layer 24 may be formed from any plastic material which is preferably transparent to allow a user to easily view any items mounted under the layer.
  • the layer 24 should be sufficiently tough to prevent penetration by needles, hooks and the like, thereby avoiding ensnaring or damaging items mounted on adjacent storage sheets 10.
  • Removability of the layer 24 may be achieved by conventional means, for example use of complementary hook and loop type material on the periphery of the sheet 26 and the cover, use of zippers, and the like. While the lure sheets 10 are useful for storing lures, traces, jigs or the like, items without hooks or loose parts of a lure or trace, for example swivels and hooks, are more suited to be stored in a storage sheet 10 having compartments or pockets.
  • a second form of the storage sheets 10 is shown in Figures 3 and 4 and may hereinafter be referred to as a tackle sheet due to its suitability for mounting and storing fishing items, such as unrigged jigs, swivels, wire, hooks, floats and split shot.
  • fishing items such as unrigged jigs, swivels, wire, hooks, floats and split shot.
  • compartment type storage sheets 10 which may hereinafter be referred to as tackle sheets, including a large single pocket configuration 28, a two pocket configuration 30, a four pocket configuration 32, an eight pocket configuration 34, a twelve pocket configuration 36 and mixed size pocket configuration 38.
  • the compartments or pockets 40 are formed from a transparent or clear heavy duty plastic to enable a user to readily view the items stored within each compartment or pocket 40.
  • the individual pockets 40 may be releasably sealed using conventional closure means, for example use of complementary hook and loop type material on the pocket and closure, use of zippers, press studs and the like.
  • each of the storage sheets 10 in Figures 3a to 4c includes releasable attachment means 50 for releasably mounting the storage sheet in a desired location or assembly.
  • the releasable attachment means 50 is positioned in a hinge region of the storage sheet.
  • the hinge region provides flexibility to the edges of the storage sheet such that when two or more storage sheets are for example reeasably secured together using the releasable attachment means on one edge of the sheet, the two or more storage sheets can be "paged" by moving individual storage sheets away from one or more adjacent storage sheets fastened in the arrangement to expose the mounting area of the one or more adjacent storage sheets.
  • two or more storage sheets can be releasably secured together by joining them end-to-end in a chain-like arrangement.
  • a plurality of storage sheets can be assembled into a compact configuration by simply folding storage sheets which have been secured together end-to-end each over an adjacent sheet in a stacked arrangement. This folding action is facilitated by the flexible hinge region on each of the storage sheets.
  • two or more storage sheets can be stacked together and secured on the stacked arrangement at two ends. In this configuration, the ability to page between storage sheets to expose the mounting area of the one or more adjacent storage sheets is clearly lost.
  • the releasable attachment means is preferably located on both the front and back of each hinge region to enable the storage sheets to be releasably secured together in these various arrangements. Additionally, the releasable attachment means on the back or reverse face of a storage sheet can be used mount the storage sheet on a surface such as a wall or door.
  • FIG. 5 and 6 there is shown a third form of the storage sheets 10 which may hereinafter be referred to as trace sheets due to their suitability for mounting and storing fishing lines and leaders 42 as shown in Figure 6.
  • Two opposed edges 44 of the trace sheet 10 include notches 46 to act as a guide around which a line or leader can be wound.
  • the notches 46 may be any suitable shape such as the V-shape exemplified in the illustrated embodiments, a generally square or U-shaped notch, or any other suitable shaped notch.
  • the notches 46 act as recesses within which line or leader 42 can be wound, as shown in Figure 6.
  • the notches 46 can be used to mount items like bait jigs onto a storage sheet 10, which are normally extremely difficult to keep secure and can be a safety hazard.
  • the trace sheets 10 may be formed from the same plastic based foam material and plastic support frame as the earlier described lure sheets. Preferably, the trace sheets 10 will have foam on both sides of the sheet.
  • the trace sheets may include a transparent layer 51 to cover any items mounted thereon. In the embodiment illustrated in Figure 6, the transparent layer 51 is releasably fastened by way of releasable attachment means positioned on the inside bottom edge of the transparent layer. These edges are secured together to for a hinge region having additional releasable attachment means mounted thereon.
  • the portable storage system 12 of the present invention is a modular system. Whilst one storage sheet 10 can be used on its own to store a number of items, two or more storage sheets 10 of one or more types, can be assembled together to provide storage for various types and numbers of items.
  • the storage sheets 10 may be releasably fastened together in any desirable configuration.
  • the generally preferred configuration involves arranging two or more storage sheets 10 in a generally stacked arrangement with each storage sheet 10 substantially overlying the next.
  • Releasable attachment means fastens each storage sheet 10 in the arrangement such as to allow each storage sheet 10 in the arrangement to be moved away from one or more adjacent storage sheets 10 to expose the mounting area 16 of the adjacent storage sheets 10 as shown in Figure 8.
  • each storage sheet 10 includes a flexible region on at least one side of the sheet 10 with a releasable fastener (see Figures 3 to 6) affixed thereto to form a releasable hinge 48.
  • the releasable fastening means 50 is preferably complementary hook and loop material affixed to at least one edge of the periphery 26 of the storage sheet 10.
  • Alternative means of releasably fastening a plurality of storage sheets 10 in a desired arrangement may include zippers, press studs, ties, buttons or the like.
  • complementary hook and loop material such as of the VELCROTM variety is preferred.
  • the use of complementary hook and loop material is particularly advantageous since strips of the material can be easily applied to a wall or door, in a garage or boat for mounting the storage sheets 10 vertically when not in transit.
  • the releasable flexible hinge 48 enables any number of storage sheets 10 to be releasably assembled together such that a user can readily page through the sheets 10 to view or access items mounted thereon. It will also be understood that this arrangement allows individual storage sheets 10 to be added to or removed from the assembly to allow a user to adapt the portable storage system 12 to his or her particular purpose.
  • the storage sheets 10 of the present invention may include at least one fastening aperture located proximate to at least one edge of a storage sheet 10, the fastening aperture being adapted to receive there through the arm of a fastening device.
  • the fastening device may be any suitable fastening device having a insertion body which is capable of releasably fastening two or more storage sheets 10 together though the one or more fastening apertures, e.g. a simple binder ring, or a lever arch type bracket. This type of fastening device will similarly allow the storage sheets 10 to be laterally movable with respect to one another and allow all items on a storage sheet 10 to be seen clearly, simply by "paging" through the storage sheets 10.
  • fastening aperture is reinforced, for example with a plastic or metal grommet.
  • the portable storage system 12 includes a storage sheet holder 52 including a flexible structure 54 having releasable attachment means 56 secured thereto to enable releasable mounting of one or more storage sheets
  • the holder 52 acts as an organiser for collating and securing together the various storage sheets 10 used to store a particular group of items and assemble them in an easy to manage and readily accessible fashion as shown in Figure 10.
  • the storage sheet holder 52 may include means 58 for vertically mounting the storage sheet holder 52 complete with sheets 10, i.e. for hanging on a wall, door, or the like. Alternatively, or in addition, the storage sheet holder
  • FIG. 52 may include one or more straps 60 for securing any storage sheets 10 mounted thereon as shown in Figures 10 and 1 1 . Fastening of the strap or straps 60 also prevents the various storage sheets 10 moving away from the preferred stacked arrangement for storage or transport.
  • the storage sheet holder 52 can be releasably mounted at any desired location.
  • the storage sheet holder may include D-rings 58 or reinforced apertures to facilitate mounting of the storage sheet holder 52 on a series of hooks or the like. This allows the storage system to be moved from one location, for example a bench, shed or cupboard, to a second location, for example a tackle box, portable container bag or boat.
  • a first storage sheet holder 52 can be used to store a number of storage sheets 10 having an array of different items, a second storage sheet holder 52 can then be loaded with a customised selection of storage sheets 10 selected for a particular purpose.
  • the storage sheet holder 52 may be placed in a bag for transport.
  • Suitable containers include bags, backpacks, attaches, briefcases, boxes, carry-ons, carryalls, cases, diddies, duffels, gears, grub-bags, handbags, haversacks, holdalls, kits, knapsacks, packs, pocketbooks, pokes, pouches, purses, rucksacks, sacs, sacks, saddlebags, satchels, suitcases, totes or the like.
  • This allows the storage system 12 of the present invention to be more easily carried by a user to a location of use such as a fishing location on the rocks, lake, stream, boat or the like.
  • the container includes a backpack.
  • the illustrated backpack 62 includes a typical backpack configuration having a body portion 64 which includes two main zippered compartments 66, 68 and two smaller front zippered compartments 70, 72. A number of different items can be stored in these zipped compartments 66, 68, 70, 72. Attached to the rear of the backpack 62 are two shoulder straps 74 which are used to mount the backpack 62 on the shoulders of a user. As shown in Figure 14, the storage sheets 10 are mounted in a compartment of the backpack 62 using releasable fastening means selected from the type previously described.
  • the backpack 62 may include additional tackle pack accessories including a number of items which are useful for an angler.
  • the tackle pack may consist of the backpack 62, portable storage system 12 including storage sheets 10 and storage sheet holder 52 releasably mounted in the main compartment 68, a secure storage box/compartment including a water tight foam lined container secured within the main compartment by releasable means, a cutting or bait board secured on top of the secure storage compartment within the main compartment 68, and a thermally insulated compartment in which items can be kept cold or warm as desired.
  • a bottle or several cans can be mounted within a detachable, thermally insulated bag 76 fitted with quick release straps which fits onto one side of the backpack 62.
  • the backpack 62 also has a number of attachment points and elasticized strips to allow for any items the angler might want immediately accessible such as knives, leader lines or the like.
  • the shoulder straps 74 have a knife sheath 78 on one strap and plier's sheath 80 on the other strap.
  • a waist strap and/or belly pouch could also be fitted to the backpack 62 to provide an additional attachment means for a user.
  • the waist strap would also be fitted with quick release clips.
  • a bait bucket could also be attached to the straps or the optional waist strap.
  • the high denier nylon outer includes a rip stop type of fabric. All seams in the pack are double stitched.
  • the base of the backpack 62 additionally includes a hard plastic shell (not shown). This ensures that the entire backpack 62 sits off the ground and is kept dry. In this respect, a common problem with some pack designs is that when placed on wet surfaces the material at the base of the backpack 62 is not water resistant and absorbs moisture. This makes carrying the backpack 62 uncomfortable, and the water adsorbed in the material and in the backpack 62 can damage the contents of the backpack 62 including the tackle, lures or the like.
  • the plastic shell base includes one or more draws which can be used to store items within.
  • the plastic shell base can also be designed to clip securely into the trolley.
  • the outer covering is lined with a life preserver grade foam core (not illustrated) throughout the backpack 62.
  • the foam provides buoyancy to the pack allowing the backpack 62 to act as a life preserver when the angler accidentally falls in the water.
  • the illustrated backpack 62 has sufficient foam to support at least a 120 kg person in the water. However, as can be appreciated the type of foam and amount of foam could be modified to support a heavier person in the water. It should be appreciated however that other embodiments of the backpack 62 could be constructed without the life preserver foam lining.
  • the backpack 62 includes four different compartments 66, 68, 70, 72. As best seen in Fig. 9, the backpack 62 includes two small compartments at the front side of the pack 70, 72. These compartments 70, 72 are zippered pockets in which small items can be stored.
  • the main body of the pack includes two larger compartments 66, 68. Each of the four compartments is sealed using zips.
  • the zips are formed of quality heavy duty, saltwater resistant material and are reinforced.
  • An insulated compartment can be accessed through a zip.
  • the insulated compartment is lined with a thermally insulating material. As can be understood in the art, this insulating material typically includes a foam lined synthetic layer.
  • the illustrated insulated compartment includes two 1 L bottles. Depending on the requirements of the angler, these bottles could be heated or frozen to provide a suitable heater or cool environment within the thermally insulated compartment. Moreover, the bottles could be filled with a desired liquid to provide an additional supply of liquids.
  • a thermally insulated detachable beverage cooler can also be attached to a side of the pack via one or more quick release fasteners.
  • the insulated detachable beverage cooler is lined with a thermally insulating material similar to that lining thermally insulated compartment. This beverage cooler provides an additional insulated compartment for storing hot or cold beverages.
  • the main compartment 68 includes a large zippered compartment.
  • the zip extends fully around three of the four sides of the compartment. This allows a user to open the zip and move the front flap of the pack to a fully open position about a hinge defined by the fourth non-zipped side. Opening the zip around three of the four sides of the compartment allows a user to hinge open front flap (as shown in Figure 14), allowing a user full access to the items mounted inside the compartment.
  • the backpack may be substituted by a shoulder bag 82 of the type shown in Figure 15.
  • the shoulder bag 82 includes a body portion 84 which includes one main zippered compartment 86 and two smaller end zippered compartments 88. A number of different items can be stored in these zipped compartments 86, 88.
  • Attached to bag are two shoulder straps 90 which are used to mount the bag 82 on the shoulders of a user.
  • the storage sheets 10 are mounted in the main zippered compartment 86 of the shoulder bag 82 using releasable fastening means of the type previously described.
  • the storage sheets alone or in combination, provide a very simple and effective tackle management system. The system allows a user to examine each fishing item mounted on the storage sheets by simply by turning the pages of sheets mounted in the storage sheet holder. Moreover, the storage sheet holder allows a user to easily transfer sheets into and out of the system at any time.
  • a user can organize their tackle to suit their type of fishing - it works for beach, bait, fly, bass, bream, lure fishermen, LBG, boat fishermen and bank fishermen.
  • the angler can customise their tackle box or bag by simply adding or removing storage sheets as desired.
  • lures and tackle can be arranged on separate storage sheets and changed to suit the anglers fishing style and target species whenever desired.
  • lure sheets and compartment sheets allow all types of tackle to be securely stored. Moreover, though the use of the foam material of the lure sheets, every lure is surrounded by sponge, thereby reducing the potential of damaging the lures in transit. Moreover, through the use of the straps, and pockets, each item is individually mounted to a storage sheet, thereby making the system virtually spill and accident proof. The use of the V-notches also ensures long leader lines are stored effectively, and stops lures tangling.
  • the backpack contains everything an angler may need in one comfortable rugged pack and allowing an angler to be ready to go at a moment's notice, to fish for anything, anywhere, anytime.
  • the backpack design allows anglers arms to be free, while the arrangement of the equipment in and around the bag gives an angler convenient access to most equipment required by an angler.
  • the system provides an insulated storage area and contains the necessary flotation buoyancy as a result of the foam lining to act as a life preserver.
  • the bag also has a number of compartments, providing several locations for storing weights, tackle, knives, and valuables.
  • the system also provides a secure box in which valuables can be kept dry and secure. Moreover, cleaning the tackle pack system after a fishing trip is as simple as washing the pack and items with a hose and hanging it up to dry.
  • the portable storage system has equal utility for storage applications outside of fishing tackle, but may also be used to store, transport and manage a wide variety of items including sewing tools and accessories, beads, hasslerdashery, sunglasses, DIY hardware such as nuts and bolts, etc.
  • the storage sheets could be colour coded to enable a user to determine at a quick glance, the nature of the items stored on a particular storage sheets. For example, blue sheets store bolts, red sheets store nuts, yellow sheets store nails, etc.

Abstract

Système de rangement portatif comprenant au moins une feuille de rangement, chaque feuille de rangement possédant une zone de montage à l'intérieur de laquelle peuvent être montés un ou plusieurs articles. Chaque feuille de rangement comprend en outre des moyens de fixation libérables permettant son montage amovible à un endroit ou dans un ensemble voulu. Ce système de rangement peut également comporter un support de feuilles de rangement comprenant une structure flexible à laquelle sont attachés des moyens de fixation Libérables, de manière à permettre le montage amovible d'une ou plusieurs feuilles de rangement.
PCT/AU2007/000293 2006-03-10 2007-03-09 Système de rangement portatif WO2007104088A1 (fr)

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