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EP2793648B1
EP2793648B1 EP12769900.7A EP12769900A EP2793648B1 EP 2793648 B1 EP2793648 B1 EP 2793648B1 EP 12769900 A EP12769900 A EP 12769900A EP 2793648 B1 EP2793648 B1 EP 2793648B1
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Norbert Weis
Hans-Jörg Clemen
Marc Hunger
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B9/00—Arrangements of the bristles in the brush body
    • A46B9/02—Position or arrangement of bristles in relation to surface of the brush body, e.g. inclined, in rows, in groups
    • A46B9/025—Position or arrangement of bristles in relation to surface of the brush body, e.g. inclined, in rows, in groups the bristles or the tufts being arranged in an angled position relative to each other
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B9/00—Arrangements of the bristles in the brush body
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B9/00—Arrangements of the bristles in the brush body
    • A46B9/06—Arrangement of mixed bristles or tufts of bristles, e.g. wire, fibre, rubber
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46D—MANUFACTURE OF BRUSHES
    • A46D1/00—Bristles; Selection of materials for bristles
    • A46D1/02—Bristles details
    • A46D1/0238—Bristles with non-round cross-section
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B2200/00—Brushes characterized by their functions, uses or applications
    • A46B2200/30—Brushes for cleaning or polishing
    • A46B2200/302—Broom
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46D—MANUFACTURE OF BRUSHES
    • A46D1/00—Bristles; Selection of materials for bristles
    • A46D1/02—Bristles details
    • A46D1/0253—Bristles having a shape which is not a straight line, e.g. curved, "S", hook, loop

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  • the invention relates to a broom block according to the preamble of patent claim 1.
  • a bristle carrier is known, are fixed to the bristles, which are combined into groups of a particular cross-sectional shape.
  • the EP 1 595 473 A1 shows a bristle carrier on which a slat trim is arranged.
  • the WO 2009/018 027 A2 shows a broom with bristles and a particle catcher plate.
  • the DE 100 65 869 A1 discloses a broom in which stacks interposed between the bristles are incorporated for better sweeping work.
  • Broom blocks are known from the prior art, from which protrude bristles, which are summarized in tufts.
  • the known broom blocks have tufts with a substantially round cross-section.
  • These broom blocks can not capture and sweep fine dust and coarse particles that are mixed together.
  • the invention is therefore based on the object to provide a broom block, with the same size particles and mixtures thereof can be swept easily.
  • a broom block comprises a base body, from which tufts protrude from bristles, the tufts having a cross section which deviates from a round shape. According to the invention, it has been recognized that tufts whose cross-sections deviate from a round shape can detect and sweep mixtures of particles of different sizes particularly well.
  • the slats are designed as a rubber sheet. Rubber is solvent resistant and flexible.
  • the slats are curved. This way, hair, particles or moist dirt particles can be captured very well.
  • tufts From the main body rectangular tufts could protrude in cross section. These tufts also collect particulate matter and provide a barrier to this.
  • tufts From the main body could protrude in cross section oval tufts. In addition to lamellae, these tufts can capture particularly dry and / or wet particles and hair.
  • tufts could protrude, which have harder and / or stiffer bristles in their center than in their edge region. These tufts are particularly good at removing stubborn dirt.
  • At least one tuft could have bristles whose diameter is more than 0.3 mm, preferably 0.4 to 0.6 mm. These hard bristles are preferably arranged in edge regions of the broom block, since they are suitable for corner cleaning.
  • At least one tuft could have bristles less than 0.25 mm in diameter. These softer bristles are used to remove dust from cracks or joints.
  • the Fig. 1 to 21 each show a broom block, comprising a base body 100, from which tufts 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 protrude from bristles.
  • the tufts 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 have a cross section which deviates from a round shape.
  • Fig. 1 shows that protrude from the main body 100 elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. Moreover, triangular tufts 3 protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section Fig. 1 shows a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.
  • Fig. 2 shows a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.
  • a rubber blade 4 is accommodated for sweeping fine dust.
  • the rubber sheet 4 is surrounded on all sides by tufts.
  • Fig. 3 shows concretely that protrudes from the main body 100 at least one blade, which is designed as a rubber sheet 6.
  • Slats shown are curved.
  • Fig. 3 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • the tufts 3, which are substantially triangular in cross-section, give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.
  • a plurality of rubber blades 6 are accommodated for sweeping fine dust.
  • the rubber sheets 6 are on all sides of tufts surrounded and arranged in a row. Each rubber blade 6 has a curved surface. This optimizes the absorption of dust particles.
  • Fig. 4 shows the broom block according to Fig. 3 in a different view.
  • Fig. 5 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section rectangular tufts 5.
  • Fig. 5 also shows that protrude from the main body 100 elongated, square cross-section tufts 7.
  • Fig. 5 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • the triangular tufts 3 in the cross-section give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.
  • a plurality of rubber blades 6 are accommodated for sweeping fine dust.
  • the rubber sheets 6 are surrounded on all sides by tufts and arranged in series. Each rubber blade 6 has a curved surface. This optimizes the absorption of dust particles.
  • At the longitudinal ends of the broom block elongated, square in cross-section tufts 7 are arranged on both sides.
  • Fig. 6 shows a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • a plurality of rubber blades 6 are accommodated for sweeping fine dust.
  • the rubber sheets 6 are surrounded on all sides by tufts and arranged in series. Each rubber blade 6 has a curved surface. This optimizes the absorption of dust particles.
  • tufts 7 are arranged on both sides.
  • Fig. 7 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section kidney-shaped tufts 8.
  • Fig. 7 also shows a broom block with rectangular in cross-section Tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • the kidney shaped in cross section tufts 8 cause a better sweeping performance.
  • the 8 to 11 show different views of the broom block according to Fig. 7 .
  • Fig. 12 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross section oval tufts 9.
  • Fig. 12 also shows a broom block with rectangular in cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • the tufts 9, which are oval in cross-section, are arranged on a concave side of curved rubber blades 6.
  • the substantially crescent-shaped curved rubber blades 6 can sweep and absorb dry and / or wet particles and hair particularly well.
  • the tufts 9, which are oval in cross section, and the tufts 5, which are rectangular in cross section, are arranged on mutually opposite outer sides of the broom block.
  • Fig. 13 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.
  • a rubber blade 4 is accommodated for sweeping fine dust.
  • the rubber sheet 4 is surrounded on all sides by tufts.
  • the rubber sheet 4 is a continuous flat rubber sheet. 4
  • Fig. 14 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.
  • the 15 to 17 show a broom block having in cross-section V-shaped tufts 10 which are arranged on an outer side of the broom block are.
  • the cross-sectionally V-shaped tufts 10 serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • On the outside opposite the outside of a comb-like designed rubber sheet 11 is arranged. This comb-shaped rubber blade 11 can absorb hair particularly well. Hair can be removed particularly well between the comb strips 12.
  • Fig. 17 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section V-shaped tufts 10. Fig. 17 also shows that at least one lamella is designed comb-like.
  • Fig. 18 shows that protrude from the main body 100 combined tufts 13, which have 14 harder and / or stiffer bristles in its center than in its edge region 15th
  • Fig. 18 also shows a broom block with rectangular in cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • kidney-shaped tufts 8 cause a better sweeping performance.
  • Between the kidney-shaped in cross-section tufts 8 and the rectangular cross-section tufts 5 combined tufts 13 are arranged, which have 14 harder and / or stiffer bristles in its center than in its edge region 15.
  • the edge region 15 surrounds the center 14 like a shell.
  • the bristles of the center 14 can dissolve stubborn dirt.
  • Fig. 19 shows that projects from the main body 100 at least one blade, which is designed as a wavy rubber sheet 16.
  • Fig. 19 to 21 each show a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust.
  • substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.
  • a corrugated rubber sheet 16 is received for sweeping particulate matter.
  • the wavy rubber sheet 16 is on all sides of clumps surround. The corrugation of the corrugated rubber sheet 16 causes a better ground contact.
  • the fins shown in the respective figures can be made of thermoplastic elastomers.
  • the bristles of the tufts 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 may be made of polyethylene terephthalate.
  • the respective bristles may have different thicknesses.
  • the main body 100 shown in the figures has a receptacle 200 for a broomstick.
  • the receptacle 200 may have a thread.

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Description

Technisches GebietTechnical area

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Besenblock gemäß dem Oberbegriff des Patentanspruchs 1.The invention relates to a broom block according to the preamble of patent claim 1.

Stand der TechnikState of the art

Aus der DE 199 09 435 A1 ist ein Borstenträger bekannt, an dem Borsten befestigt sind, die zu Gruppen einer bestimmten Querschnittsform zusammengefasst sind.From the DE 199 09 435 A1 a bristle carrier is known, are fixed to the bristles, which are combined into groups of a particular cross-sectional shape.

Aus der EP 0 193 074 A2 ist ein Verfahren bekannt, bei dem Kunststoff-Borsten zu einem Endlosstrang zusammengefasst sind, dessen Querschnitt durch Druck umgeformt wird.From the EP 0 193 074 A2 a method is known in which plastic bristles are combined to form a continuous strand whose cross-section is deformed by pressure.

Die EP 1 595 473 A1 zeigt einen Borstenträger, an dem ein Lamellenbesatz angeordnet ist.The EP 1 595 473 A1 shows a bristle carrier on which a slat trim is arranged.

Die WO 2009/018 027 A2 zeigt einen Besen mit Borsten und einer Partikelauffangplatte.The WO 2009/018 027 A2 shows a broom with bristles and a particle catcher plate.

Die DE 100 65 869 A1 offenbart einen Kehrbesen, bei dem zwischen den Borsten versetzte Schropper zur besseren Kehrarbeit eingebaut sind.The DE 100 65 869 A1 discloses a broom in which stacks interposed between the bristles are incorporated for better sweeping work.

Aus dem Stand der Technik sind Besenblöcke bekannt, von denen Borsten abragen, die in Büscheln zusammengefasst sind. Die bekannten Besenblöcke weisen Büschel mit im Wesentlichen rundem Querschnitt auf.Broom blocks are known from the prior art, from which protrude bristles, which are summarized in tufts. The known broom blocks have tufts with a substantially round cross-section.

Diese Besenblöcke können Feinstäube und grobe Partikel, die miteinander vermischt sind, nicht ausreichend gut erfassen und kehren.These broom blocks can not capture and sweep fine dust and coarse particles that are mixed together.

Darstellung der ErfindungPresentation of the invention

Der Erfindung liegt daher die Aufgabe zugrunde, einen Besenblock anzugeben, mit dem unterschiedlich große Partikel und Mischungen derselben problemlos gekehrt werden können.The invention is therefore based on the object to provide a broom block, with the same size particles and mixtures thereof can be swept easily.

Die vorliegende Erfindung löst die zuvor genannte Aufgabe durch die Merkmale des Patentanspruchs 1.The present invention achieves the aforementioned object by the features of patent claim 1.

Erfindungsgemäß umfasst ein Besenblock einen Grundkörper, von welchem Büschel aus Borsten abragen, wobei die Büschel einen Querschnitt aufweisen, der von einer runden Form abweicht. Erfindungsgemäß ist erkannt worden, dass Büschel, deren Querschnitte von einer runden Form abweichen, Mischungen aus Partikeln unterschiedlicher Größe besonders gut erfassen und kehren können.According to the invention, a broom block comprises a base body, from which tufts protrude from bristles, the tufts having a cross section which deviates from a round shape. According to the invention, it has been recognized that tufts whose cross-sections deviate from a round shape can detect and sweep mixtures of particles of different sizes particularly well.

Vom Grundkörper ragen erfindungsgemäß mehrere Lamellen ab. Mit einer Lamelle wird eine breite Wischfläche bereitgestellt. Diese Wischfläche kann besonders gut Feuchtigkeitsfilme entfernen. Lamellen sind bevorzugt aus Elastomer, insbesondere aus Gummi, gefertigt.From the main body protrude according to the invention several fins. With a lamella a broad wiping surface is provided. This wiping surface is particularly good at removing moisture films. Slats are preferably made of elastomer, especially rubber.

Erfindungsgemäß sind die Lamellen als Gummiblatt ausgestaltet. Gummi ist lösungsmittelresistent und flexibel.According to the invention, the slats are designed as a rubber sheet. Rubber is solvent resistant and flexible.

Erfindungsgemäß sind die Lamellen gewölbt. So können besonders gut Haare, Partikel oder feuchte Schmutzpartikel erfasst werden.According to the invention, the slats are curved. This way, hair, particles or moist dirt particles can be captured very well.

Vom Grundkörper könnten längliche Büschel mit abgerundeten Eckbereichen abragen. Diese Büschel sammeln Feinstaub und bieten eine Barriere für diesen.From the body elongated tufts could protrude with rounded corners. These clumps collect particulate matter and provide a barrier to this.

Vom Grundkörper könnten im Querschnitt dreieckige Büschel abragen. Hierdurch werden die Büschel versteift und können Partikel besser erfassen.From the body could protrude in cross section triangular tufts. As a result, the tufts are stiffened and can capture particles better.

Vom Grundkörper könnten im Querschnitt rechteckige Büschel abragen. Auch diese Büschel sammeln Feinstaub und bieten eine Barriere für diesen.From the main body rectangular tufts could protrude in cross section. These tufts also collect particulate matter and provide a barrier to this.

Vom Grundkörper könnten längliche, im Querschnitt viereckige Büschel abragen. Der Querschnitt dieser Büschel beschreibt ein unregelmäßiges Viereck. Mit solchen Büscheln können Feinstäube erfasst werden.From the body elongated, quadrangular in cross section tufts could protrude. The cross section of this tuft describes an irregular square. With such tufts fine dust can be detected.

Vom Grundkörper könnten im Querschnitt nierenförmige Büschel abragen. Diese Querschnittsform hat sich als besonders geeignet erwiesen, Staubpartikel zu erfassen.From the main body could protrude in cross-section kidney-shaped tufts. This cross-sectional shape has proven to be particularly suitable to detect dust particles.

Vom Grundkörper könnten im Querschnitt ovale Büschel abragen. Diese Büschel können in Ergänzung mit Lamellen besonders gut trockene und/ oder nasse Partikel und Haare erfassen.From the main body could protrude in cross section oval tufts. In addition to lamellae, these tufts can capture particularly dry and / or wet particles and hair.

Vom Grundkörper könnten im Querschnitt V-förmige Büschel abragen. Mit solchen Büscheln kann besonders gut Feinstaub erfasst werden.From the main body could protrude in cross-section V-shaped tufts. With such tufts particulate matter can be detected very well.

Vom Grundkörper könnten kombinierte Büschel abragen, welche in ihrem Zentrum härtere und/ oder steifere Borsten aufweisen als in ihrem Randbereich. Diese Büschel können besonders gut hartnäckigen Schmutz lösen.From the main body combined tufts could protrude, which have harder and / or stiffer bristles in their center than in their edge region. These tufts are particularly good at removing stubborn dirt.

Mindestens ein Büschel könnte Borsten aufweisen, deren Durchmesser mehr als 0,3 mm, bevorzugt 0,4 bis 0,6 mm, beträgt. Diese harten Borsten werden bevorzugt in Randbereichen des Besenblocks angeordnet, da sie für die Eckenreinigung geeignet sind.At least one tuft could have bristles whose diameter is more than 0.3 mm, preferably 0.4 to 0.6 mm. These hard bristles are preferably arranged in edge regions of the broom block, since they are suitable for corner cleaning.

Mindestens ein Büschel könnte Borsten aufweisen, deren Durchmesser weniger als 0,25 mm beträgt. Diese weicheren Borsten dienen dem Entfernen von Staub aus Ritzen oder Fugen.At least one tuft could have bristles less than 0.25 mm in diameter. These softer bristles are used to remove dust from cracks or joints.

Kurzbeschreibung der ZeichnungBrief description of the drawing

Ausführungsformen der Erfindung sind nur in den Figuren 3 bis 6 und 12 dargestellt. Alle weiteren verbleibenden Figuren veranschaulichen Ausführungsformen, die nicht von der Erfindung abgedeckt sind.

Fig. 1
einen Besenblock mit länglichen und im Querschnitt dreieckigen Büscheln,
Fig. 3
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt dreieckigen und rechteckigen Büscheln, wobei zusätzlich gewölbte Gummiblätter vorgesehen sind,
Fig. 4
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 3,
Fig. 5
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt dreieckigen und rechteckigen Büscheln, wobei zusätzlich gewölbte Gummiblätter und an den Längsenden des Besenblocks längliche, im Querschnitt viereckige Büschel vorgesehen sind,
Fig. 6
einen Besenblock mit länglichen Büscheln und im Querschnitt dreieckigen Büscheln, wobei zusätzlich gewölbte Gummiblätter und an den Längsenden des Besenblocks längliche, im Querschnitt viereckige Büschel vorgesehen sind,
Fig. 7
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt nierenförmigen und im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln,
Fig. 8
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 7,
Fig. 9
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 7,
Fig. 10
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 7,
Fig. 11
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 7,
Fig. 12
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln, wobei zusätzlich gewölbte Gummiblätter vorgesehen sind, die jeweils in ihrer konkaven Seite ein im Querschnitt ovales Büschel aufnehmen,
Fig. 13
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen und dreieckigen Büscheln, wobei zusätzlich ein zusammenhängendes gerades Gummiblatt vorgesehen ist,
Fig. 13
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen und dreieckigen Büscheln, wobei zusätzlich ein Gummiblatt vorgesehen ist,
Fig. 14
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen und dreieckigen Büscheln,
Fig. 15
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt V-förmigen Büscheln und einem Gummiblatt, weiches, kammartig ausgebildet ist,
Fig. 16
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 15,
Fig. 17
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 15,
Fig. 18
einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt nierenförmigen und im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln, wobei Büschel vorgesehen sind, die in ihrem Inneren steifere Borsten aufweisen als in ihrem Randbereich,
Fig. 19
einen Besenblock mit länglichen und im Querschnitt dreieckigen Büscheln, wobei zusätzlich ein gewelltes Gummiblatt vorgesehen ist,
Fig. 20
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 19, und
Fig. 21
eine weitere Ansicht des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 19.
Embodiments of the invention are only in the FIGS. 3 to 6 and 12 shown. All other remaining figures illustrate embodiments that are not covered by the invention.
Fig. 1
a broom block with elongated and triangular in cross-section tufts,
Fig. 3
a broom block with triangular and rectangular tufts in cross section, with additionally curved rubber blades being provided,
Fig. 4
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 3 .
Fig. 5
a broom block with triangular and rectangular tufts in cross-section, with additionally curved rubber blades and elongated cross-sectionally tufts at the longitudinal ends of the broom block,
Fig. 6
a broom block with elongated tufts and triangular tufts in cross section, with additionally curved rubber blades and oblong tufts which are quadrangular in cross section at the longitudinal ends of the broom block,
Fig. 7
a broom block with kidney-shaped in cross-section and rectangular in cross-section tufts,
Fig. 8
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 7 .
Fig. 9
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 7 .
Fig. 10
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 7 .
Fig. 11
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 7 .
Fig. 12
a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts, with additionally curved rubber blades are provided, each receiving in their concave side a cross-sectionally oval tufts,
Fig. 13
a broom block with rectangular in cross-section and triangular tufts, in addition, a contiguous straight rubber sheet is provided,
Fig. 13
a broom block with rectangular in cross section and triangular tufts, in addition a rubber sheet is provided,
Fig. 14
a broom block with rectangular and triangular tufts in cross section,
Fig. 15
a broom block with cross-sectionally V-shaped tufts and a rubber blade, soft, comb-like,
Fig. 16
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 15 .
Fig. 17
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 15 .
Fig. 18
a broom block with kidney-shaped in cross-section and rectangular in cross-section tufts, wherein tufts are provided which have stiffer bristles in their interior than in its edge region,
Fig. 19
a broom block with elongated and triangular in cross-section tufts, in addition, a wavy rubber sheet is provided,
Fig. 20
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 19 , and
Fig. 21
another view of the broom block according to Fig. 19 ,

Ausführliche BeschreibungDetailed description

Die Fig. 1 bis 21 zeigen jeweils einen Besenblock, umfassend einen Grundkörper 100, von welchem Büschel 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 aus Borsten abragen. Die Büschel 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 weisen einen Querschnitt auf, der von einer runden Form abweicht.The Fig. 1 to 21 each show a broom block, comprising a base body 100, from which tufts 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 protrude from bristles. The tufts 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 have a cross section which deviates from a round shape.

Fig. 1 zeigt, dass vom Grundkörper 100 längliche Büschel 1 mit abgerundeten Eckbereichen 2 abragen. Vom Grundkörper 100 ragen überdies im Querschnitt dreieckige Büschel 3 ab Fig. 1 zeigt einen Besenblock mit länglichen Büscheln 1 mit abgerundeten Eckbereichen 2. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Im Querschnitt im Wesentlichen dreieckige Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Fig. 1 shows that protrude from the main body 100 elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. Moreover, triangular tufts 3 protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section Fig. 1 shows a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.

Fig. 2 zeigt einen Besenblock mit länglichen Büscheln 1 mit abgerundeten Eckbereichen 2. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Im Querschnitt im Wesentlichen dreieckige Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Im Inneren der Borstenstruktur ist ein Gummiblatt 4 zum Kehren von Feinstaub aufgenommen. Das Gummiblatt 4 ist allseitig von Büscheln umgeben. Fig. 2 shows a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles. Inside the bristle structure, a rubber blade 4 is accommodated for sweeping fine dust. The rubber sheet 4 is surrounded on all sides by tufts.

Fig. 3 zeigt konkret, dass vom Grundkörper 100 mindestens eine Lamelle abragt, welche als Gummiblatt 6 ausgestaltet ist. Die in Fig. 3 gezeigten Lamellen sind gewölbt. Fig. 3 zeigt einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Die im Querschnitt im Wesentlichen dreieckigen Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Im Inneren der Borstenstruktur sind mehrere Gummiblätter 6 zum Kehren von Feinstaub aufgenommen. Die Gummiblätter 6 sind allseitig von Büscheln umgeben und in Reihe angeordnet. Jedes Gummiblatt 6 weist eine gewölbte Fläche auf. Hierdurch wird die Aufnahme von Staubpartikeln optimiert. Fig. 3 shows concretely that protrudes from the main body 100 at least one blade, which is designed as a rubber sheet 6. In the Fig. 3 Slats shown are curved. Fig. 3 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. The tufts 3, which are substantially triangular in cross-section, give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles. Inside the bristle structure, a plurality of rubber blades 6 are accommodated for sweeping fine dust. The rubber sheets 6 are on all sides of tufts surrounded and arranged in a row. Each rubber blade 6 has a curved surface. This optimizes the absorption of dust particles.

Fig. 4 zeigt den Besenblock gemäß Fig. 3 in einer anderen Ansicht. Fig. 4 shows the broom block according to Fig. 3 in a different view.

Fig. 5 zeigt, dass vom Grundkörper 100 im Querschnitt rechteckige Büschel 5 abragen. Fig. 5 zeigt auch, dass vom Grundkörper 100 längliche, im Querschnitt viereckige Büschel 7 abragen. Fig. 5 zeigt einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Die im Querschnitt dreieckigen Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Im Inneren der Borstenstruktur sind mehrere Gummiblätter 6 zum Kehren von Feinstaub aufgenommen. Die Gummiblätter 6 sind allseitig von Büscheln umgeben und in Reihe angeordnet. Jedes Gummiblatt 6 weist eine gewölbte Fläche auf. Hierdurch wird die Aufnahme von Staubpartikeln optimiert. An den Längsenden des Besenblocks sind beidseitig längliche, im Querschnitt viereckige Büschel 7 angeordnet. Fig. 5 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section rectangular tufts 5. Fig. 5 also shows that protrude from the main body 100 elongated, square cross-section tufts 7. Fig. 5 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. The triangular tufts 3 in the cross-section give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles. Inside the bristle structure, a plurality of rubber blades 6 are accommodated for sweeping fine dust. The rubber sheets 6 are surrounded on all sides by tufts and arranged in series. Each rubber blade 6 has a curved surface. This optimizes the absorption of dust particles. At the longitudinal ends of the broom block elongated, square in cross-section tufts 7 are arranged on both sides.

Fig. 6 zeigt einen Besenblock mit länglichen Büscheln 1 mit abgerundeten Eckbereichen 2. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Die im Querschnitt im Wesentlichen dreieckigen Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Im Inneren der Borstenstruktur sind mehrere Gummiblätter 6 zum Kehren von Feinstaub aufgenommen. Die Gummiblätter 6 sind allseitig von Büscheln umgeben und in Reihe angeordnet. Jedes Gummiblatt 6 weist eine gewölbte Fläche auf. Hierdurch wird die Aufnahme von Staubpartikeln optimiert. An den Längsenden des Besenblocks sind beidseitig längliche, im Querschnitt viereckige Büschel 7 angeordnet. Fig. 6 shows a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. The tufts 3, which are substantially triangular in cross-section, give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles. Inside the bristle structure, a plurality of rubber blades 6 are accommodated for sweeping fine dust. The rubber sheets 6 are surrounded on all sides by tufts and arranged in series. Each rubber blade 6 has a curved surface. This optimizes the absorption of dust particles. At the longitudinal ends of the broom block elongated, square in cross-section tufts 7 are arranged on both sides.

Fig. 7 zeigt, dass vom Grundkörper 100 im Querschnitt nierenförmige Büschel 8 abragen. Fig. 7 zeigt auch einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Die im Querschnitt nierenförmigen Büschel 8 bewirken eine bessere Kehrleistung. Fig. 7 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section kidney-shaped tufts 8. Fig. 7 also shows a broom block with rectangular in cross-section Tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. The kidney shaped in cross section tufts 8 cause a better sweeping performance.

Die Fig. 8 bis 11 zeigen verschiedene Ansichten des Besenblocks gemäß Fig. 7.The 8 to 11 show different views of the broom block according to Fig. 7 ,

Fig. 12 zeigt, dass vom Grundkörper 100 im Querschnitt ovale Büschel 9 abragen. Fig. 12 zeigt auch einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Die im Querschnitt ovalen Büschel 9 sind an einer konkaven Seite gewölbter Gummiblätter 6 angeordnet. Die im Wesentlichen halbmondförmig gewölbten Gummiblätter 6 können trockene und/ oder nasse Partikel und Haare besonders gut kehren und aufnehmen. Die im Querschnitt ovalen Büschel 9 und die im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büschel 5 sind an einander gegenüberliegenden Außenseiten des Besenblocks angeordnet. Fig. 12 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross section oval tufts 9. Fig. 12 also shows a broom block with rectangular in cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. The tufts 9, which are oval in cross-section, are arranged on a concave side of curved rubber blades 6. The substantially crescent-shaped curved rubber blades 6 can sweep and absorb dry and / or wet particles and hair particularly well. The tufts 9, which are oval in cross section, and the tufts 5, which are rectangular in cross section, are arranged on mutually opposite outer sides of the broom block.

Fig. 13 zeigt einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Im Querschnitt im Wesentlichen dreieckige Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Im Inneren der Borstenstruktur ist ein Gummiblatt 4 zum Kehren von Feinstaub aufgenommen. Das Gummiblatt 4 ist allseitig von Büscheln umgeben. Das Gummiblatt 4 ist ein zusammenhängendes flächiges Gummiblatt 4. Fig. 13 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles. Inside the bristle structure, a rubber blade 4 is accommodated for sweeping fine dust. The rubber sheet 4 is surrounded on all sides by tufts. The rubber sheet 4 is a continuous flat rubber sheet. 4

Fig. 14 zeigt einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Im Querschnitt im Wesentlichen dreieckige Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Fig. 14 shows a broom block with rectangular cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles.

Die Fig. 15 bis 17 zeigen einen Besenblock, der im Querschnitt V-förmige Büschel 10 aufweist, die an einer Außenseite des Besenblocks angeordnet sind. Die im Querschnitt V-förmigen Büschel 10 dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Auf der der Außenseite gegenüberliegenden Außenseite ist ein kammartig ausgestaltetes Gummiblatt 11 angeordnet. Dieses kammartig ausgestaltete Gummiblatt 11 kann besonders gut Haare aufnehmen. Haare können besonders gut zwischen den Kammleisten 12 entfernt werden.The 15 to 17 show a broom block having in cross-section V-shaped tufts 10 which are arranged on an outer side of the broom block are. The cross-sectionally V-shaped tufts 10 serve as a barrier for fine dust. On the outside opposite the outside of a comb-like designed rubber sheet 11 is arranged. This comb-shaped rubber blade 11 can absorb hair particularly well. Hair can be removed particularly well between the comb strips 12.

Fig. 17 zeigt, dass vom Grundkörper 100 im Querschnitt V-förmige Büschel 10 abragen. Fig. 17 zeigt auch, dass mindestens eine Lamelle kammartig ausgestaltet ist. Fig. 17 shows that protrude from the main body 100 in cross-section V-shaped tufts 10. Fig. 17 also shows that at least one lamella is designed comb-like.

Fig. 18 zeigt, dass vom Grundkörper 100 kombinierte Büschel 13 abragen, welche in ihrem Zentrum 14 härtere und/ oder steifere Borsten aufweisen als in ihrem Randbereich 15. Fig. 18 zeigt auch einen Besenblock mit im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Im Querschnitt nierenförmige Büschel 8 bewirken eine bessere Kehrleistung. Zwischen den im Querschnitt nierenförmigen Büscheln 8 und den im Querschnitt rechteckigen Büscheln 5 sind kombinierte Büschel 13 angeordnet, welche in ihrem Zentrum 14 härtere und/ oder steifere Borsten aufweisen als in ihrem Randbereich 15. Der Randbereich 15 umgibt das Zentrum 14 schalenartig. Die Borsten des Zentrums 14 können hartnäckigen Schmutz lösen. Fig. 18 shows that protrude from the main body 100 combined tufts 13, which have 14 harder and / or stiffer bristles in its center than in its edge region 15th Fig. 18 also shows a broom block with rectangular in cross-section tufts 5. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section kidney-shaped tufts 8 cause a better sweeping performance. Between the kidney-shaped in cross-section tufts 8 and the rectangular cross-section tufts 5 combined tufts 13 are arranged, which have 14 harder and / or stiffer bristles in its center than in its edge region 15. The edge region 15 surrounds the center 14 like a shell. The bristles of the center 14 can dissolve stubborn dirt.

Fig. 19 zeigt, dass vom Grundkörper 100 mindestens eine Lamelle abragt, welche als gewelltes Gummiblatt 16 ausgestaltet ist. Fig. 19 shows that projects from the main body 100 at least one blade, which is designed as a wavy rubber sheet 16.

Die Fig. 19 bis 21 zeigen jeweils einen Besenblock mit länglichen Büscheln 1 mit abgerundeten Eckbereichen 2. Diese dienen als Barriere für Feinstaub. Im Querschnitt im Wesentlichen dreieckige Büschel 3 verleihen der Borstenstruktur eine verbesserte Steifigkeit zum Kehren von Partikeln. Im Inneren der Borstenstruktur ist ein gewelltes Gummiblatt 16 zum Kehren von Feinstaub aufgenommen. Das gewellte Gummiblatt 16 ist allseitig von Büscheln umgeben. Die Wellung des gewellten Gummiblatts 16 bewirkt einen besseren Boden kontakt.The Fig. 19 to 21 each show a broom block with elongated tufts 1 with rounded corners 2. These serve as a barrier for fine dust. In cross-section substantially triangular tufts 3 give the bristle structure improved rigidity for sweeping particles. Inside the bristle structure, a corrugated rubber sheet 16 is received for sweeping particulate matter. The wavy rubber sheet 16 is on all sides of clumps surround. The corrugation of the corrugated rubber sheet 16 causes a better ground contact.

Die in den jeweiligen Figuren gezeigten Lamellen können aus thermoplastischen Elastomeren gefertigt sein. Die Borsten der Büschel 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 können aus Polyethylentherephthalat gefertigt sein. Die jeweiligen Borsten können unterschiedliche Dicken aufweisen.The fins shown in the respective figures can be made of thermoplastic elastomers. The bristles of the tufts 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 may be made of polyethylene terephthalate. The respective bristles may have different thicknesses.

Der in den Figuren gezeigte Grundkörper 100 weist eine Aufnahme 200 für einen Besenstiel auf. Die Aufnahme 200 kann ein Gewinde aufweisen.The main body 100 shown in the figures has a receptacle 200 for a broomstick. The receptacle 200 may have a thread.

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  1. Broom head, comprising a main body (100) from which clusters (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) of bristles project, wherein the clusters (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) have a cross section which differs from a round shape, wherein a plurality of lamellas (6) project from the main body (100), wherein the lamellas (6) are arranged in a row and are surrounded on all sides by clusters (3, 5), characterized in that the lamellas are configured as a rubber blade, and in that each rubber blade has a surface curved about an axis running perpendicularly to the main body.
  2. Broom head according to Claim 1, characterized in that elongate clusters (1) with rounded corner regions (2) project from the main body (100).
  3. Broom head according to Claim 1 or 2, characterized in that clusters (3) which are triangular in cross section project from the main body (100).
  4. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that clusters (5) which are rectangular in cross section project from the main body (100).
  5. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that elongate clusters (7) which are square in cross section project from the main body (100).
  6. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that clusters (8) which are kidney-shaped in cross section project from the main body (100).
  7. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that clusters (9) which are oval in cross section project from the main body (100).
  8. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that clusters (10) which are V-shaped in cross section project from the main body (100).
  9. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that combined clusters (13) which have harder and/or stiffer bristles in the center (14) thereof than in the peripheral region (15) thereof project from the main body (100) .
  10. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one cluster (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) has bristles, the diameter of which is more than 0.3 mm, preferably 0.4 to 0.6 mm.
  11. Broom head according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one cluster (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13) has bristles, the diameter of which is less than 0.25 mm.
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