WO2019224751A1

WO2019224751A1 - Border for landscape section

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Publication number: WO2019224751A1
Application number: PCT/IB2019/054251
Authority: WO
Inventors: Orlando Borras
Original assignee: Orlando Borras
Priority date: 2018-05-24
Filing date: 2019-05-23
Publication date: 2019-11-28

Abstract

The present application relates to a system to form and mount a border for a landscape section. In particular, the system is mounted around the edge or edges of the lawn, next to an adjacent sidewalk, walkway, driveway, pavement, roadway, courtyard, fence, etc. The border includes a body defined by a structural wall, an upper wall part and at least one anchoring projection that extends from the structural wall. The additional features include a channel arranged along an outer visible side of the upper wall of the body to receive a herbicide or another chemical product.

Description

LANDSCAPE EDGE

PRIORITY CLAIM / CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS. The present application is a continuation patent application in part of the US patent application. UU. Currently pending, currently pending, serial number 15 / 785,636 filed on October 17, 2017, the contents of which are incorporated herein in their entirety by reference.

D E S C R I P C I O N

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is generally directed to a device or apparatus that can be installed or otherwise disposed on the ground and which can define an edge within a landscape configuration. For example, the device or apparatus may be installed around an outer edge of a lawn or other landscape section, for example, along a sidewalk, walkway, driveway, flower bed, trees, posts, etc. Although in some cases, the device may be installed in a position within the lawn so that the lawn completely surrounds the device.

In particular, the device may include an exposed upper surface that provides a clean, generally smooth or at least partially flat surface and a herbicide channel. One or more sprinklers, lights or other modules can be installed or inserted selectively within certain embodiments of the border system, for example, in locations chosen on the site by the user or installer.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Landscaping, particularly in the context of residential and commercial landscaping, can be called the collection of various aesthetic items that form a land area. This may include grass, turf or grass, as well as trees, shrubs, flowers and other flora or fauna, for example. Often, many lights and sprinklers are placed throughout the land or patio to provide aesthetic appeal, particularly in the case of lighting, or to maintain the landscape, as in the case of sprinklers. Sprinklers can, in many cases, be substantially underground, so that certain sprinkler heads will come out at different times to provide water to the patio or landscape.

Additional landscape or lawn maintenance often requires the use of machinery or tools such as a lawnmower, an edger and, in some cases, a grass blender or a lawnmower. For example, lawn mowers often cannot cut or trim grass near the edges of the landscape, for example, grass adjacent to a sidewalk, pavement, driveway, access road, yard, fence, etc. This is mainly due to the fact that the blade of a lawn mower is contained in the lower central part of the mower, with the wheels arranged on the outer periphery. Therefore, to trim or cut grass or grass around the edges, such as hallways, pavements, courtyards, fences, etc. adjacent or adjacent, additional tools may be needed, such as an edge or grass cutter. Therefore, there is a need in the art for a landscape edge system that can be arranged or installed around the edges of residential and commercial landscapes, particularly around the edges of a lawn, and that can be aesthetically pleasing and can provide A clean edge around it. . The proposed edge, in some cases, may allow a lawnmower to drive or roll on it, thus exposing the grass at the edges to the blade of the lawnmower. This can eliminate or at least reduce the need for additional equipment, such as edgers and weed cutters, which are commonly used to trim the edges or edges of residential and commercial gardens.

In addition, the proposed edge system could provide a mounting assembly inside, allowing the selective installation of additional modules, including, but not limited to, sprinklers, electric lights, solar lights, etc. In some embodiments, the assembly assembly may extend continuously along the border system, allowing the user to choose whether and / or where to install the additional modules, as desired.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Consequently, at least one embodiment of the present invention is directed to an edge or landscape device that can be selectively installed around the edge or edges of a lawn, for example, between the lawn and a sidewalk, walkway, paver, pavement, driveway adjacent, patio, fence, etc. In other embodiments or cases, the device of the present invention may be installed around adjacent posts, posts, sprinklers, for example, either around the edges or at the outer edge of the landscape or inside the interior. landscape or grass. For example, the system or device of at least one embodiment of the present invention includes a body that defines a substantially or at least partially flat upper surface and an inner part.

In some embodiments, a mounting assembly may be arranged inside the body allowing additional modules, such as sprinklers, lights, etc., to be installed inside. In some cases, the assembly assembly includes two parallel and longitudinal heles that extend substantially or completely along the inside of the body. This allows the modules to be installed virtually anywhere along the length of the device, as selected by the user and / or as dictated by the particular situation or environment.

Additional features of some embodiments may include a channel continuously arranged longitudinally along an exposed outer side of the upper body surface. The channel may be disposed substantially near a leading edge of the upper surface (for example, adjacent to the edge of the grass). In this way, a user can decide to spray, pour or dispense an amount of herbicide or other chemical into the channel along the edge. This can help eliminate or restrict the growth of weeds, grasses, etc. at the top of the border and, therefore, can help keep a clean edge of the grass along the border.

These and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent when both the drawings and the detailed description are taken into account. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Figure 1 is a partial sectional view of the landscape edge system installed between a lawn and a concrete barrier as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 is another partial sectional view of the landscape edge system installed between a lawn and a concrete barrier as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 3 is a rear perspective view of the landscape edge system as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 4A is a side cross-sectional view of the landscape edge system as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 4B is another side cross-sectional view of the landscape edge system as described in accordance with at least one embodiment with a sprinkler head and a T-holder installed therein.

Figure 5A is a rear perspective view of the landscape edge system as described in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 5B is a side cross-sectional view of the landscape edge system illustrated in Fig. 5A with a polished concrete edge.

Figure 6A is a partial perspective perspective view of the landscape edge device 1 as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6B is a side elevational view of the horizontal edge device illustrated in Figure 6A.

Figure 6C is a top plan view of the horizontal edge device illustrated in Figures 6A and 6B.

Figure 7A is a partial perspective perspective view of the landscape edge assembly as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 7B is a top plan view of at least one landscape edge device as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 7C is a plan view of another landscape edge device as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 8A is a partial perspective perspective view of another embodiment of the landscape edge device of the present invention.

Figure 8B is a side elevational view of the horizontal edge device illustrated in Figure 8A.

Figure 8C is a top plan view of the horizontal edge device illustrated in Figures 8A and 8B.

Figure 9A is a perspective view of the landscape edge assembly as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 9B is a top plan view of at least one landscape edge device as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 9C is a top plan view of another landscape edge device as described and in accordance with at least one embodiment of this document. Figure 10A is a cutaway perspective view of an independent part of the landscape edge assembly as described in accordance with at least one embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 10B is a top plan view of the independent part illustrated in Figure 10A.

Similar reference numbers refer to similar parts in the different views of the drawings provided in this document.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

As shown in the accompanying drawings, and with particular reference to Figures 1 and 2, for example, the present invention is directed to a landscape edge system, referenced as 10. In particular, the landscape border system 10 of The present invention includes a body 20 that is at least partially submerged or buried underground and that provides a border in various landscape designs. Specifically, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the system or device 10 of the present invention can be placed between the grass or the lawn, represented as 100 and an adjacent surface, generally represented as 120. As an example, the adjacent surface 120 It can be made of concrete, pavement or bricks, and can represent or form a sidewalk, walkway, driveway, patio, etc. It should be noted that the edge system and / or device 10 of the present invention can also be placed among various other parts of a landscape, such as, but not limited to, around or around trees, shrubs, flower beds , plants, pots, fences, posts, posts, sprinklers, etc. In this way, the device 10 of the present invention can be arranged between mulch, wood chips, dirt, sand, concrete, brick, pavement, a house, a building, etc., as desired or as required by the particular site or location.

In any case, as will be described herein, the border system or device 10 of the present invention provides a clean and attractive edge between two parts of a landscape, and can house one or more modules, such as sprinklers, hoses, water pipes, lights, electrical cables, cables, etc. Accordingly, with reference to Figure 3, the device 10 of at least one embodiment includes a body 20 with an upper or rear surface or wall 22, a rear or rear surface or wall 24, and one or more lower surfaces or walls 26, 28 One or more walls facing up or connected or surfaces 27 may also be included, as shown in Figure 3, for example. Thus, the body 20 includes or otherwise defines an inner part 25 through the various walls or surfaces 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, as shown in Figure 3.

It should also be noted that in some embodiments, at least a portion of the interior 25 may be exposed or, in other words, as shown in FIG. 3, for example, the inner part 25 may be at least partially open or not completely closed. For example, in the illustrated embodiment, the front end of the device 10 between the upper surface 22 and one of the lower surfaces 26 is open or at least partially open. As will be described here, this may allow grass, grass, earth, rocks, sand or other materials to be introduced into the front of the device 10, which in many cases can help anchor the device down and remain instead.

In addition, the section illustrated in Figure 3 is exemplary in nature, since the device may include a length, represented in L, of various sizes, for example, up to 365.76 cm. Other lengths, already are larger or smaller than 365.76 cm, they are contemplated within the scope of the present invention. In some embodiments, the device 10, and in particular the length of the device 10, can be cut or trimmed at the site or outside the site in order to adapt to different situations and locations. In particular, the device 10 may be constructed of a material that can be cut with a saw, a blade or other sharp instrument to facilitate customized installations for different dimensions or situations. For example, the device 10, and in particular its walls, can be constructed of a plastic, metal or metal, PVC, etc.

In addition, still referring to figs. 1, 2 and 3, the upper surface or upper wall 22 of at least one embodiment of the present invention includes a front edge 21 A that is placed along grass, grass or other adjacent surface, for example. The rear edge 21 B, disposed substantially parallel to the front edges 21A, may end at the rear wall 24, as shown. With reference to figs. 1 and 2, the rear wall 24 can be placed adjacent or against another surface, such as concrete, pavement, bricks, etc.

As shown, the device 10 is disposed primarily underground, with another upper surface 22 exposed. Thus, the rear wall 24 and the lower walls 26, 28 are substantially or totally underground, while the upper surface 22 is at least partially exposed above the ground. It is the upper surface 22 that provides a clean and visually attractive edge between adjacent surfaces or materials, such as between the lawn 100 and an adjacent pavement. In this regard, the upper surface 22 of at least one embodiment may include a substantially or at least partially flat or smooth surface, although some Embodiments include a channel 30 and / or one or more modules 200 installed, as will be described herein. It should also be borne in mind that the upper surface 22 may include other decorative effects, such as having a textured surface, if desired.

Even with reference to Figures 1 and 2, for example, the upper surface 22 may be substantially flat or even with the ground, or in some cases, may be just above ground level. The substantially flat upper surface 22 allows a lawn mower to simply be driven over the upper surface 22, thereby cutting off the edge of the grass or lawn 100. For example, the wheels of a lawn mower can pass over the upper surface 22 of the device 10 while the mower blade can mow the lawn or the lawn at the immediate edge of the device 10. Advantageously, this can significantly reduce the amount of time it takes to mow the lawn on that additional equipment, such as an edger or weed cutter, may not be necessary.

In addition, in some embodiments, a small or thin channel 30 can run along at least a portion of the upper surface 22, such as along or on an exposed outer side of the upper surface 22. The channel 30 can prevent or restrict the growth of plants, grass, weeds or other foliage on top of the upper surface 22. In particular, a user or individual may spray, spray or otherwise distribute an amount of herbicide, herbicide (s), product (s) chemical (s), etc. ., be it liquid, gel, solid, granules, or otherwise, in channel 30. In this way, the herbicide or other chemical, for example, can be retained at least temporarily within channel 30 to prevent or restrict the grass growth, weeds, or other foliage on it. In at least one embodiment, the channel 30 is arranged proximally and substantially parallel to the front edge 21 A of the upper surface 22, as illustrated, for example, in Figure 3. In addition, in some embodiments, the channel 30 it can extend totally or not continuously along the upper surface 22, for example, longitudinally, between the lateral edges 23A, 23B arranged opposite. It should also be borne in mind that, in some implementations, channel 30 may include a "v" shaped configuration so that the bottom of the channel defines a point or vertex; however, other shapes and sizes of channel 30 are contemplated within the full spirit and scope of the various embodiments presented in this document.

Other features of at least one embodiment of the present invention include the ability to selectively install one or more modules 200 (such as, among others, sprinklers, lights, solar lights, etc.) within the device 10. Specifically, the device 10 of at less one embodiment may further include a mounting assembly 40 disposed within the inner portion 25 thereof. A module 200 with the corresponding mounting components 240 can be installed through the upper surface 22 (for example, through a hole or opening created in the upper surface 22) and in a coupling with the mounting assembly 40.

For example, the mounting assembly 40 can be constructed so that only modules 200 comprising a corresponding mounting component or components or 240 can be used in connection with the device 10 of the present invention. In this regard, modules 200 can be purchased separately or selectively installed in another way, as desired, or otherwise as necessary according to the particular application or situation. In any case, in some embodiments, the assembly assembly 40 may extend substantially or completely along the inner part 25 of the device 10, for example, longitudinally between opposite ends 23A, 23B. This allows one or more modules 200 to be installed virtually anywhere along the upper surface 22 between the edges 23A, 23B, as long as it is aligned with the mounting assembly 40. For example, in at least one embodiment, a user can create a hole or opening (represented as 15) along the upper surface 22 where he or she wants to install a module 200 (such as a sprinkler, light, etc.) This hole 15 can be drilled, cut or drilled, for example, on the site by the user or outside the site. With the hole or opening made, the module 200 can be inserted into the device 10, extending at least partially into the inner part 25 thereof, and engaging it with the mounting assembly 40. In some cases, it may be necessary to perform additional connections, such as, connection with a water pipe or electrical cables that can also be located inside the inner part 25.

For example, with reference to Figure 3, the assembly assembly 40 may include at least one rail 42A, 42B extending longitudinally along the interior 25 of the device 10. One of the rails 42A may extend outside the rear wall 24 and another lane 42B may be substantially parallel to the first lane 42A defining a space between them. The module 200, such as the sprinkler or the light, may include a corresponding mounting component 240, such as a platform or coupling wings that extend from the module 200 and are configured to engage with the mounting assembly 40. In particular, and still in reference to figure 3, in at least one exemplary embodiment, the mounting component 240 may comprise a platform or protuberances protruding on opposite sides of the module 200. This allows the module 200 to be inserted into the inner part 25 (for example, through the hole 15 created or drilled in place), and once the protuberances clear or pass beyond the longitudinal heles 42A, 42B, the module 200 can be twisted or rotated, for example, 90 degrees, so that the protrusions or platforms align below the heles 42A, 42B. Therefore, if module 200 were lifted upwards, the coupling between rails 42A, 42B and the platform of module 200 would prevent or restrict the upward movement of module 200.

It should be noted that other mounting assemblies 40 disposed within the device 10 and the corresponding mounting components 240 contained in the module (s) 200 are contemplated within the spirit and scope of the present invention.

In addition, in at least one embodiment, the inner portion 25 of the present invention is defined by or otherwise includes a lower extended portion 25A and an intermediate portion 25B. The lower extended portion 25A extends downwardly near or adjacent to the rear wall 24, and in some cases, is defined by at least a portion of the rear wall 24, a lower surface 28 and an ascending or connecting wall 27. In In some embodiments, the bottom portion 25A is at least partially below the mounting assembly 40 and includes a plurality of drain holes 29A. Drainage holes 29A allow fluids, such as water, to drain there through and into the surrounding soil surface.

In addition, the intermediate portion 25B of the interior 25 may be defined by an intermediate bottom surface 26 and at least a portion of the upper surface 22. As mentioned herein, in some embodiments, the front portion of the device 10 may be open or at least Partially open, as shown in the drawings. This allows the soil, rocks, sand or grass, for example, to be arranged at least partially in the intermediate part 25B, which can help anchor the device 10 to the ground, as shown in Figs. 1 and 2, for example. The intermediate part 25B can also include a plurality of holes 29B, for example, in the lower surface 26 thereof. These holes 29B can also be used for drainage purposes, however, in other embodiments, grass roots or other plant roots may grow through holes 29B in the intermediate portion. This can be used to further facilitate the anchoring of the device to the ground. For example, since the device 10 is placed against or adjacent grass, the holes arranged in the intermediate part 25B near the front of the device can facilitate that the grass or grass adjacent to the front edge grows roots there.

In addition, with reference to Figures 1, 2 and 3, one or more tubes 250, such as water or other fluid tubes, may be arranged longitudinally within the inner part 25 of the device 10. Although the drawings show tubes 250 arranged in the intermediate part 25B, other locations within the device 10 is contemplated. In any case, the tube (s) 250 can be used to connect one or more sprinklers or other modules 200 to it. For example, with reference to fig. 4B, the sprayer (s) 200 may include a support such as a T-holder, which allows each of the sprinklers to fluidly interconnect to the water supply tube 250. In other embodiments, the electric cables , data cables, etc. inside the inner part 25 of the device 10, for example, to supply power to other modules 200 or, otherwise, connect to them, such as lights.

With reference to the lateral cross-sectional views illustrated in the drawings, for example, Figures 4A and 4B, are shown additional structural features or, otherwise, are evident. For example, in some embodiments, the upper surface 22 may narrow slightly downwardly from the rear surface 24 or the rear edge 21 B to the front edge 21 A. In this respect, the upper surface 22 may not be completely level, at least in the resting orientation, but it can lean slightly down, as shown. With grass, earth or other elements arranged between the upper surface 22 and the intermediate lower surface 26, for example at the end or the proximal edge 21 A, the upper surface 22 may bend or flex upward, although in some embodiments or implementations there it's possible.

In addition, as also shown in cross-sectional views, such as Figs. 4A and 4B, the intermediate bottom surface 26 of at least one embodiment may extend more outwardly than the upper surface 22. In this regard, the outer end or edge of the intermediate bottom surface 26 may extend more outwardly than the outer edge 21A of the upper surface 22. This allows to provide a surface 26 on which the grass or grass can grow so that the roots of the grass can extend through the intermediate bottom surface 26, for example, through the holes 29B. This can help secure or anchor the device 10 to the ground and in place.

In addition, the leading edge 21 A of the upper surface 22 may, in some cases, be slightly bent or angled (not shown) upward with respect to the substantially or at least partially flat upper surface 22. For example, the section of the upper surface between the channel 30 and the edge 21 A may bend or lean slightly upwards, although in some embodiments, the angled portion may begin on or on the other side of the channel 30 (where the channel is in the part of the upper surface 22 that is slightly inclined upwards. This slight upward angle of the leading edge 21A or part of the upper surface 22 adjacent to the leading edge 21A can facilitate the growth of the grass below the upper surface 22 so that it tilts outward towards the opening. For example, the grass may grow below the upper surface 22 and extend the roots through the holes 29 B. The upper surface 22, in some embodiments, the slightly bent or angled edge 21 A (not shown) of some embodiments it can force the growth of the grass at an angle that indicates the holes 29B and angled outwards towards the opening or outer edge 21 A. This keeps the grass out of the upper surface 22, as the exposed outer side of the upper surface 22, and also allows a lawnmower to easily cut the grass when it passes over the edge device 10.

On the other hand, still referring to Figure 4A, the width W, measured from the rear surface 24 to the outer end of the intermediate bottom surface 26, can be approximately four and a half inches (11, 43 cm), where the Width of the intermediate lower surface W2 is approximately three inches (7.62 cm), and the width of the lower surface 28 measures approximately one and a half inches (3.82 cm). In this sense, the width of the upper surface 22 referred to as D1 and D2 may be approximately three and a half inches (8.89 cm), where D1 measures approximately three inches (7.62 cm) and D2 measures approximately half an inch (1.27 cm). In this way, the intermediate bottom surface 26 can extend approximately one inch (2.54 cm) beyond the outer or front edge 21 A of the upper surface.

Still referring to Figure 4A, the height H of at least one embodiment measured along the rear surface 24 may be of approximately three and a half inches (8.89 cm). In addition, the height of the connection surface 27 may be approximately two inches (5.08 cm) and the opening between the end 21 A of the upper surface 22 and the intermediate bottom surface 26, referenced as H2, may be approximately one and a quarter inch (3,175 cm). Thus, the inclination or downward slope of the upper surface 22 from the rear edge 21 B to the outer or front edge 21A can be approximately a quarter of an inch (0.635 cm).

However, it should be borne in mind that these dimensions and measures are provided by way of example only and should not be considered limiting in any way, since other dimensions and measures can be implemented within the spirit and scope of the present invention.

Figures 5A and 5B illustrate yet another feature of some embodiments of the present invention. For example, an anchor channel 50 may be included outside the device 10. In the embodiment shown, the anchor channel 50 is arranged vertically along the exterior of the rear wall 24, however, other locations are contemplated. In any case, the anchor channel 50 includes an opening through which a pin or other anchor (not shown) can be arranged. The spike or other anchor can be inserted through the anchor channel 50 and into the surrounding terrain to secure or anchor the device. In the event that the device 10 leans against the concrete, such as a walkway, sidewalk, driveway, patio, etc., the spike or anchor can be inserted through the anchor channel 50 before studying the concrete or the pavement or before. To install bricks, for example. In addition, two edge devices 10 of the present invention can be used to frame or form a sidewalk, walkway, driveway, etc. before pouring concrete, for example. In particular, many concrete sidewalks, walkways, etc. they are "formed" by placing wood paneling along the edges where the sidewalk will be defined. The wood cladding acts as an exterior frame into which the concrete is poured to build the walkway. In some cases, two or more landscape rounding devices 10 of the present invention may be used instead of, or instead of, the wood siding, to form or frame the sidewalk or walkway. Particularly, with reference to FIG. 5B, the rear surface 24 can function as a lining for the walkway or driveway, for example, where the concrete 120 is poured. Another parallel device 10 can be placed on the other side (not shown) defining an area between the rear surfaces 24 of the parallel devices 10 into which the concrete can be poured. In addition, as indicated above, the anchor channel 50 can be used to rethink or anchor the device (s) down, thus forming the sidewalk, the walkway, etc. before pouring concrete.

Referring now to Figures 6A to 6C, another embodiment of the present invention is illustrated. In this embodiment, the device 10 includes a body 20 defined by a structural surface or wall 24, an upper surface or wall 22, and an intermediate or anchor surface or wall 126. The structural wall 24 of at least one embodiment is at least substantially vertically or vertically oriented, when the device 10 is correctly installed and is similar to the rear wall described in the previous embodiments. The upper wall 22 is similar to the upper wall 22 described in the previous embodiments, and the intermediate or anchor wall or shelf 126 is similar to the intermediate lower wall 26 described above. In addition, as described above, with respect to other embodiments of the present invention, the upper wall 22 of this embodiment also includes a herbicidal channel 30 disposed along at least a portion of the exposed upper surface thereof.

In particular, the generally vertical or at least partially vertical structural wall 24 includes an upper end 24a, a lower end 24b, a front surface 24c and a rear surface 24d. As shown, the upper wall 22 extends outwardly from the upper end 24a of the structural wall 24. More specifically, the upper wall 22 of at least one embodiment extends outwardly from the upper end 24a and the front surface 24c of the structural wall 24. When installed, the structural wall 24 is substantially or completely submerged underground, while the upper surface of the upper wall 22 will be exposed.

In an event, as illustrated in Figures 6A to 6C, in at least one embodiment, the device 10 includes an anchor flange 126 extending outward in at least one direction from the structural wall 24. In the embodiment ¡ Illustrated in Figures 6A to 6C, the anchor edge 126 extends outwardly from a front surface 24c of the structural wall 24 in the same direction as the upper wall 22. In this regard, the anchor edge or wall 126 is arranged under the upper wall 22, and therefore, when the device 10 is installed, the anchor cornice 126 will be completely submerged underground.

In addition, in at least one embodiment, the anchor edge or wall 126 extends outwardly from the structural wall 24 between the upper end 24a and the lower end 24b thereof. This Thus, the structural wall 24 of at least one embodiment will extend further down, underground than the anchor wall 126.

Specifically, in at least one embodiment, the structural wall 24 of at least one exemplary embodiment may include a height H3 of approximately 3.5 inches (8.89 cm), measured between the upper end 24a and the lower end 24b. The anchor flange 126 may extend outwardly from the structural wall 24 to approximately 1.5 inches (3.81 cm) from the upper end 24a and 2 inches (5.08 cm) from the lower end 24b. The lower or lower point of the channel 30 may be approximately 1 1/8 inches (2.8575 cm) from the upper surface of the flange 126 of the anchor. Of course, these measures and distances are merely illustrative, which means that other measures and dimensions are contemplated here.

For example, in some embodiments, the anchor wall 126 may extend from or near the lower end 24b of the structural wall 24.

Further, with reference to Figure 6B, for example, in at least one embodiment, the projection or anchor wall 126 extends outwardly beyond the upper wall 22. Specifically, as illustrated in Figure 6B, the wall upper 22 extends outwardly from the structural wall 24 a distance W3, while the anchoring projection 126 extends outwardly from the structural wall 24 a distance W4, where W4 is greater than W3. As just one example, W3 can be approximately equal to one inch (2.54 cm), while W4 can be approximately equal to two inches (5.04 cm). In this example, the anchor edge 126 extends outwardly from the structural wall 24 a distance of approximately twice that of the upper wall 22. Of course, these measurements and distances are exemplary and should not considered limiting, since other distances and measures are contemplated within the spirit and scope of the present invention.

In addition, similar to the intermediate wall 26 described above, the anchor edge or wall 126 illustrated in Figures 6A to 6C includes a plurality of holes, referenced as 129, disposed therethrough. Accordingly, when the device 10 is installed inside the ground, as contemplated herein, the roots of the lawn or other roots of the plant can grow through at least some of the holes 129 in the anchor edge or the wall 126. This can be used to facilitate the anchoring of device A or into the ground. For example, since the device 10 is placed against or adjacent grass, the holes 129 arranged in the anchor edge or wall 126 may facilitate that roots therein grow in the grass or grass adjacent to the device 10.

Referring now to Figure 7A to 7C, the system, assembly or device 10 includes a part 62 that includes an auxiliary support assembly, generally referenced as 300. For example, as best shown in Figure 7A, the system 10 at least one embodiment may include a plurality of pieces or sections 60, 62 arranged or placed in an end-to-end relationship with each other to collectively place an edge around a lawn or landscape. For example, the system 10 may include at least one piece 60 (for example, referenced as described in Figures 6A to 6C) and at least one additional piece 62 (referenced and described in Figures 7A to 7C). As shown in Figure 7C, another piece 64, such as a corner piece, can be included. These pieces or sections 60, 62, 64 can be placed together in an end-to-end relationship to form a collective edge system 10. It should be noted that any combination of pieces or sections 60, 62, 64 can be placed together, as desired or as dictated by the particular installation site. For example, several straight pieces or sections 60 can be connected or placed end to end, followed by a single module piece 62 or a corner piece 64.

It should also be borne in mind that, in some embodiments, the plurality of pieces or sections 60, 62, 64 may support each other in an end-to-end relationship, while, in other embodiments, the pieces or sections 60, 62, 64 can be connected or coupled to each other by one or more clips, snaps or mating edges, for example.

Referring again to Figures 7 A to 7C, the module parts or sections 62, 64 of at least one embodiment of the present invention include an auxiliary support assembly 300 that is structured and configured to receive and support an auxiliary module in the same. An auxiliary module may include, for example, a sprinkler assembly or a sprinkler head (for example, an emerging sprinkler head) or a light assembly. In some embodiments, the auxiliary support assembly 300 may be configured to receive one or more auxiliary modules commonly purchased or found in a store, such as a hardware store. However, in other embodiments, the auxiliary module may be designed, shaped and constructed specifically to fit within the auxiliary support assembly 300 described herein.

For example, the auxiliary support assembly 300 of at least one embodiment is defined as including a hole 302 extending at least through the upper wall 22. The hole 302 defines a vertical channel, for example, through a or more vertical support walls Surroundings 304. A flange 310 may be disposed within the vertical channel to receive or support an auxiliary module therein or in it.

In at least one embodiment, as illustrated in Figure 7A, for example, the vertical channel 302 of the auxiliary support assembly 300 can also extend through the anchor edge 126. Thus, the lower end of the vertical channel 302 it can extend to the floor 105 below the anchor cornice 126, as illustrated in Figure 7A. With the auxiliary module (for example, the sprayer, the light module, etc.) installed inside the channel 302, all connection pipes, cables, cables, etc. can be installed. necessary below anchor edge 126 within surrounding soil 105 or ground.

Referring now to the embodiment illustrated in Figures 8A to 8C, the device 10 may include an anchor edge defined as a flange or wall 226 extending backwards from the structural wall 24. In particular, as illustrated, the anchor edge 226 of at least one embodiment will extend backward from the upper end 24a of the structural wall, opposite the upper wall 22. Of course, the anchor edge 226 and the upper wall 22 can define a continuous surface, while that the forward portion of the structural wall 24 is referred to as the upper wall 22, and the rearward portion of the structural wall 24 is called the anchor edge 226.

For example, the anchor edge 226 or the edge is structured to at least partially 1 extend over a portion of the adjacent surface 120 (for example, concrete, asphalt, brick, etc.) In this embodiment, the edge edge or anchor 226 may provide some additional stability in the device 10 when installed, as illustrated in Figure 8A, for example. It should be noted that the edge of anchor or wall 126 that extends forward of structural wall 24 (as described and shown in Figures 6A to 6C, for example) may or may not be included. In the illustrated example of Figures 8A to 8C, the anchor edge or wall 126 is not included, however, it may be.

Furthermore, in the example illustrated in Figures 8A to 8C, the structural wall 24 may be shorter than the example shown in Figures 6A to 6C, in the sense that it may have a height, measured between the upper end 24a and the lower end 24b, about 1.5 inches (3.81 cm). Although, of course, as mentioned, other dimensions are contemplated in the various embodiments described herein.

In addition, the flange or anchor edge 226 may extend approximately 1.5 inches (3.81 cm) from the upper end 24b of the structural wall 24, although other dimensions, longer or shorter, are contemplated.

Figures 9A to 9C illustrate a module part and a corner module part with the second anchor lip 226. In particular, the embodiments illustrated in Figures 9A to 9C are similar to those illustrated in Figures 7A to 7C, except that the anchor lip 226 extends backward from the upper end 24b of the structural wall 24.

Figures 10A and 18B illustrate yet another embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, the device 10 is known as a separate piece that can be installed within the boundaries of the lawn or landscape, rather than against an adjacent surface, such as concrete or brick (for example, Figure 9A). Specifically, in this embodiment, the device 10 includes a module support assembly auxiliary 300 defined by a support wall 304, and which includes the flange 310. The upper wall 22 extends radially outwardly from an upper end of the support wall 304, while 1 the anchor flange 126 extends radially outward from the support wall 304 under the upper wall 22. As should be apparent, the device 100 illustrated in Figures 10A and 10B can be placed almost anywhere within the lawn or landscape to house or retain an auxiliary module, as a sprinkler head or luminaire. Because other modifications and changes varied to meet particular operational requirements and environments will be apparent to those skilled in the art, the invention is not considered limited to the example chosen for disclosure purposes, and covers all changes and modifications that do not constitute deviations. of the true spirit and scope of this invention. This written description provides an illustrative and / or quantitative explanation of the present invention. It may also be possible to offer equivalent benefits using variations of specific embodiments, without departing from the inventive concept. This description and these drawings, therefore, should be considered as illustrative and not restrictive.

Now that the invention has been described, the following claims are required.

Claims

1. A landscape border characterized in that it comprises:

a body comprising a structural wall and an upper wall,

said structural wall comprising an upper end, a lower end, a front surface and a rear surface, said upper wall extends outwardly from said upper end of said structural wall, said upper wall comprising a disposable front edge along a grass,

at least one anchor edge extending outward in at least one direction from said structural wall, and

a channel disposed along at least a portion of said upper wall of said body, said channel being at least substantially close to said front edge of said upper wall.

2. The edge of the landscape according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one channel is continuously disposed along said upper wall.

3. The edge of the landscape according to claim 1 characterized in that at least one channel comprises a v-shaped configuration.

4. The landscape edge according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one anchor edge comprises a wall extending outward from said front surface of said structural wall below said upper wall.

5. The landscape edge according to claim 4, characterized in that at least one anchor edge extends outwardly from said front surface of said structural wall between said upper end and said lower end of said structural wall.

The landscape edge according to claim 5, characterized in that at least one anchor edge extends from said structural wall beyond said front edge of said upper wall.

7. The landscape edge according to claim 6, characterized in that at least one anchor edge comprises a plurality of holes disposed therethrough.

8. The edge of the landscape according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one flange comprises a flange extending backwards from said structural wall in a direction opposite to said upper wall.

9. The landscape edge according to claim 8, characterized in that at least one anchor edge extends from said upper end of said structural wall outwards with respect to said rear surface of said structural wall, and wherein said upper wall it extends from said upper end of said structural structure outward relative to said front surface of said structural wall.

10. The landscape edge according to claim 9, characterized in that said upper wall and said at least one anchor edge define a continuous surface.

11. A landscape edge set characterized in that it comprises:

a body comprising a vertical structural wall and an upper wall,

said vertical structural wall comprising an upper end, a lower end, a front surface and a rear surface,

said upper wall extending outward from said upper part the end of said vertical structural wall, said upper wall comprising a disposable front edge along a lawn, at least one anchor edge, and

an auxiliary support assembly structured to receive and support an auxiliary module at least partially therein, said auxiliary support assembly comprising a channel extending through said upper wall with at least one surrounding vertical support wall.

12. The landscape edge assembly according to claim 11, characterized in that it further comprises a herbicidal channel disposed along at least a portion of said upper wall of said body.

13. The landscape edge according to claim 11, characterized in that at least one anchor edge comprises a wall extending outwardly from said front surface of said vertical structural wall below said upper wall, wherein said channel of said assembly The auxiliary support extends through said at least one anchor cornice, with said at least one surrounding vertical support wall disposed between said upper wall and said at least one anchor cornice.

14. The landscape edge according to claim 13, characterized in that at least one anchor edge extends from said vertical structural wall beyond said front edge of said upper wall.

15. The landscape edge according to claim 14, characterized in that at least one anchor edge comprises a plurality of holes disposed therethrough.

16. The landscape edge according to claim 15, characterized in that it further comprises a second anchor edge defined by a flange extending backwardly from said vertical structural wall in a direction opposite to said upper wall.

17. The landscape edge according to claim 16, characterized in that said second anchor edge extends from said upper end of said vertical structural wall outward from said rear surface of said vertical structural wall, and wherein said upper wall extends from said upper end of said vertical structural structure outward wall from said front surface of said vertical structural wall .

18. A landscape edge set characterized in that it comprises:

a plurality of edge sections arranged in an end-to-end relationship with each other, wherein each of said plurality of edge sections comprises:

a body that defines a structural wall with an upper end, a lower end, a front surface, and a rear surface,

an upper wall extending outwardly from said upper end of said structural wall, said upper wall comprising a disposable front edge along a lawn, at least one anchor edge, and

a herbicidal channel disposed along a portion of said upper wall, and

wherein at least one of said plurality of edge sections comprises an auxiliary support assembly structured to receive and support at least one auxiliary module, said auxiliary support assembly comprising an orifice extending through said upper wall and defining a vertical channel with at least one surrounding vertical support wall.

19. The landscape edge assembly according to claim 18, characterized in that said at least one anchor edge of at least one of said plurality of edge sections comprises a wall extending outwardly from said front surface of said structural wall below said upper wall.

20. The landscape edge assembly according to claim 18, characterized in that said at least one anchor edge of at least one of said plurality of edge sections comprises a wall extending backward from said upper end of said structural wall, in wherein said upper wall extends forward from said upper end of said structural wall.