ES2880498A1 - ARC FOR DISINFECTION OF OBJECTS (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) - Google Patents

Abstract

Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) that comprises a frame with a plurality of sprinklers distributed throughout its contour, where the frame is formed by at least two side columns (21), a lower base (22) and an upper lintel (23), all of them equipped with at least one sprinkler; which also has a slide support (4) that holds the object in the disinfection position, as well as means of transport (44) of the object from an initial position (51) to the disinfection position (52) on the slide support and from this to a final position (53). Additionally, the arch has a dryer (63) for disinfectant liquid, a collection system (71) for the excess disinfectant liquid, means of electronic payment without contact and a camera (62) for artificial vision to locate the object. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding)

Description

DESCRIPTION

ARC FOR DISINFECTING OBJECTS

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The object of the present patent application is an arch for the disinfection of objects, according to claim 1, incorporating notable innovations and advantages.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

At present there are a series of devices intended for the disinfection of environments frequented by people, such as means of transport and places of transit. Said devices usually comprise a reservoir for a disinfectant liquid, a hose or extension set, and a sprinkler element. Devices for the disinfection of vehicles and people are also known, which comprise a passageway, like a door, through which both vehicles and people are sprayed with a disinfectant liquid, so that, after their passage, the risk of being contaminated by some biological pathogenic element is significantly reduced.

However, in view of the above, there is a need to present a device particularly focused on the disinfection of objects at the entrance and exit of buildings and enclosures, specifically those that can be carried by people, since said objects can be also carriers on their surface of pathogenic elements, being that such eventuality is often forgotten when carrying out the disinfection work. In this way, this task is carried out in a more complete and exhaustive way.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The present invention consists of an arch for the disinfection of objects, by means of a device specifically oriented to the cleaning of pathogenic elements on all the surfaces of the contour of said objects.

Specifically, the arch for the disinfection of objects of the present invention comprises a frame with a plurality of disinfectant liquid sprinklers, wherein the sprinklers are distributed around the entire contour of the frame. In this way, by applying disinfectant liquid to all surfaces of the object, those of its upper part, lower part, and on the sides, the disinfection task is complete, leaving no space left without disinfecting.

Mention that said arch for the disinfection of objects can be installed in urban areas, inside or at the entrance of buildings, as well as outdoors. The objects to be disinfected can be as varied as a briefcase at the entrance or exit of a work center, a ball at the entrance or exit of a sports center or the packaging box of a product purchased in a shopping center.

It is therefore applicable to exteriors of buildings, and also indoors, such as, for example, its arrangement at the entrance of goods to restaurants, being particularly useful in the hospitality and tourism sectors. It would also be in the home, since its installation in accesses to neighboring communities is applicable.

On the other hand, it should be noted that the frame comprises at least one anchor configured to be fixed to the ground and / or to a fixed structure in the physical environment of the arch, contributing to its stability and to the robustness of the assembly.

More specifically, the frame of the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises at least two lateral columns, a lower base and an upper lintel, with the plurality of disinfectant liquid sprinklers distributed or distributed along said constituent structural elements. In this way a uniform application of the disinfectant liquid is achieved, reaching to impregnate all the surfaces of the object, achieving greater cleaning efficiency.

According to another aspect of the invention, the arch for disinfection of objects comprises a slide support configured to hold the object to be disinfected in position disinfection, wherein said disinfection position is usually one centered between the plurality of sprinklers, and in the same vertical plane. In this way it is not necessary for the user to hold the object while the sprinklers expel the disinfectant liquid, not exposing themselves to being sprayed or splashed. On the other hand, by keeping the object in a centered position with respect to the plurality of sprinklers, the application of the disinfectant liquid is uniform and homogeneous throughout its surface.

Advantageously, the slide support comprises a grid surface, which allows the disinfectant liquid to pass through from below, suitably impregnating the lower surface of the object to be disinfected.

Preferably, the slide support is adjustable in height, so that its position can be adapted according to the size of each object for better disinfection on all sides.

Optionally, the storage support is movably attached to the side columns of the frame, so that the structure of the arch itself allows the height adjustment, in a reliable way, and without losing the centrality with respect to the sprinklers distributed or distributed to throughout said frame.

It should be mentioned that, alternatively, the storage support rests on the ground by means of at least one extensible support, being adjustable in height thanks to said extensible property of said support. Preferably, the storage support comprises four extensible supports, one at each vertex of the storage support, the latter having a substantially quadrangular or rectangular shape.

According to another variant of the invention, the storage support is a conveyor belt for the object from an initial position to a final position, where the initial position is the one where the user deposits his object, and the final position is the one that the user picks up. the object after cleaning and / or disinfection, both being the initial position and the final position within a collection perimeter, close to the arch. The belt optionally makes a stop in the disinfection position so that the object is exposed for a time to the action of the sprinklers, before continuing its journey towards the final position.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the two side columns, the lower base and the upper lintel comprise at least one disinfectant liquid sprinkler. In this way the distribution of the sprinklers, and the disinfectant liquid expelled by them, is carried out in a uniform and homogeneous way, reaching all the surfaces of the object to be disinfected, both the upper and the lower. Said lower surface is more difficult to access, solving said drawback in the present invention with the inclusion of at least one sprinkler in the lower base. The sanitizing liquid sprinklers are oriented substantially into the frame, and toward the sanitizing position.

Advantageously, at least one sprinkler is mounted on the frame in a flexible and rotating way, so that it is possible to vary the orientation of the disinfectant liquid outlet, depending on the nature and shape of the object to be disinfected, presenting greater adaptability to its contour.

In another preferred embodiment of the invention, the bow for disinfection of objects comprises electronic means of contactless payment, so that the user can pay for the work of disinfection of his objects without having to touch or press anywhere, which could carry you a risk of infection and contagion by means of a pathogen.

In another alternative embodiment of the invention, the arch for disinfecting objects comprises means of transporting the object from an initial position to the disinfection position on the slide support and / or from the disinfection position on the slide support to a final position . As mentioned, by initial position is understood where the user deposits the object, by final position where the user picks up the object, usually both on the ground. Said transport means of transport avoid that the user has to place the object, approaching the arch, thus minimizing the need for physical proximity with the device, and the risk of infection, due to the contact that other people may have had with it. .

Preferably, the transport means are an articulated mechanical arm, wherein the arch comprises means of actuation of the articulated mechanical arm, said actuation means being automatic by means of electronic components.

According to another aspect of the invention, the arch comprises an artificial vision camera for locating and transporting the object from the initial position to the final position, so that the means of transport can operate with greater precision.

It should be mentioned that, optionally, the arch includes a dryer for the disinfectant liquid, so that the user picks up the object without being slippery due to the liquid remaining on its surface. Said dryer is preferably located in the transport means, specifically at the tip of the articulated mechanical arm, in said embodiment.

On the other hand, the arch includes means for collecting the disinfectant liquid under the storage rack, so as to avoid flooding the ground in the collection perimeter, close to the arch. By collection means is understood a container configured to house the excess disinfectant liquid, by dripping, within the spray perimeter.

Additionally, the arch for the disinfection of objects can comprise at least one disinfectant liquid reservoir, and means for pumping the disinfectant liquid towards the sprinklers located in the frame.

In the attached drawings there is shown, by way of non-limiting example, a bow for the disinfection of objects, constituted in accordance with the invention. Other characteristics and advantages of said arch for the disinfection of objects, object of the present invention, will be evident from the description of a preferred, but not exclusive, embodiment, which is illustrated by way of non-limiting example in the accompanying drawings. , in which:

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Figure 1.- Front view of the arch for the disinfection of objects, with an object on the slide support, this being supported on the frame, according to the present invention;

Figure 2.- Side view of the arch for disinfection of objects, with an object in the initial position, and the means of transport, specifically an articulated mechanical arm, in a deployed position with respect to the lateral column, according to the present invention ;

Figure 3.- Front view of the arch for the disinfection of objects, with an object on the slide support, this being supported on extensible supports, according to the present invention;

Figure 4.- Front view of the arch for disinfecting objects, with an object on the slide support, the latter being supported on a belt, according to the present invention;

Figure 5.- Front view of the arch for disinfecting objects, with an object on the slide support, including collection means, a disinfectant liquid reservoir, and means for pumping the disinfectant liquid, according to the present invention;

DESCRIPTION OF A PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

In view of the aforementioned figures and, in accordance with the numbering adopted, an example of a preferred embodiment of the invention can be seen in them, comprising the parts and elements that are indicated and described in detail below.

As can be seen in figure 1, an embodiment of the arch for the disinfection of objects comprises a frame (2) with a lateral column (21), a lower base (22) and an upper lintel (23), being fixed to the ground (25) by means of an anchor (24). It also comprises a disinfectant liquid sprinkler (3), and a slide support (4) with a grid surface (41). Additionally, it includes electronic means of payment (61).

As can be seen in the side view of figure 2, an embodiment of the arch for disinfection of objects comprises means of transport (44), specifically a mechanical arm (44a), supported on the frame (2), which operates commanded by means of action (44b). It also includes a chamber (62) in said frame (2), and a dryer (63), preferably being located at the tip of the mechanical arm (44a). Said transport means (44) have the ability to transfer the object (1) from an initial position (51), to the disinfection position (52), and finally to the final position (53).

As can be seen in Figure 3, one embodiment of the arch for disinfection of objects comprises a storage support (4), with a grid surface (41), and at least one extensible support (42) that allows its height adjustment .

As can be seen in figure 4, an embodiment of the arch for disinfection of objects comprises a slide support (4), with a grid surface (41), supported by a belt (43), which can also carry out the passage from an initial position (51), to the disinfection position (52), and finally to the final position (53).

As can be seen in Figure 5, an embodiment of the arch for disinfection of objects comprises a slide support (4), with a grid surface (41), and collection means (71), below the slide support (4 ). It can also include a reservoir (72) for disinfectant liquid (31), and pumping means (73) for its expulsion by the sprinklers (3).

More in particular, as seen in Figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the arch for disinfection of objects (1) comprising a frame (2) with a plurality of sprinklers (3) of disinfectant liquid (31 ), where the sprinklers (3) are distributed around the entire contour of the frame (2). Said frame (2) is preferably of a size less than the height at the waist of a person. Optionally, its shape is of a greater dimension in width than in height, in a bell-like shape, in order to better adapt it to objects of greater horizontal size.

On the other hand, as can be seen in Figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the frame (2) comprises at least two side columns (21), a lower base (22) and an upper lintel (23).

According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, as seen in Figures 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, the arch for disinfection of objects (1) comprises a slide support (4) configured to hold the object (1 ) to be disinfected, in the disinfection position (52).

Additionally, as can be seen in Figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the slide support (4) comprises a grid surface (41).

It should be noted that, as can be seen in Figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the object holder (4) is adjustable in height.

Optionally, as seen in Figures 1 and 5, the storage support (4) is movably attached to the side columns (21) of the frame (2).

Alternatively, as seen in Figure 3, the storage support (4) rests on the ground (25) by means of at least one extensible support (42).

According to an embodiment of the invention, as seen in Figure 4, the storage support (4) is a belt (43) for transporting the object (1) from an initial position (51) to a final position (53) .

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, as seen in Figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the two side columns (21), the lower base (22) and the upper lintel (23) comprise at least one sprinkler (3) of disinfectant liquid (31).

In another preferred embodiment of the invention, as seen in Figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, at least one sprinkler (3) is mounted on the frame (2) in a flexible and rotatable way, optionally rotatable 360 °.

According to another aspect of the invention, as can be seen in Figures 1, 3, 4 and 5, the arch for disinfection of objects (1) comprises electronic means of payment (61) without contact. Said electronic means of payment (61) can be an ATM card, or a Smartphone.

It should be mentioned that, as can be seen in figure 2, the arch for disinfection of objects (1) comprises means of transport (44) of the object (1) from an initial position (51) to the disinfection position (52 ) on the slide holder (4) and / or from the disinfection position (52) on the slide holder (4) to a final position (53).

On the other hand, as can be seen in figure 2, it comprises an artificial vision camera (62) for locating and transporting the object (1) from the initial position (51) to the final position (53).

Complementarily, as seen in figure 2, it comprises a dryer (63) for the disinfectant liquid (31).

Additionally, as can be seen in figure 5, it comprises means for collecting (71) the disinfectant liquid (31) under the slide support (4). Said disinfectant liquid (31) is optionally a soap and water solution.

The details, shapes, dimensions and other accessory elements, as well as the components used in the implementation of the arch for the disinfection of objects, may be conveniently replaced by others that are technically equivalent, and do not deviate from the essentiality of the invention. nor from the scope defined by the claims that follow the following list.

Numeric references list:

1. Object

2 frame

21 side column

22 lower base

23 upper lintel

24 anchor

25 floor

3 sprinkler

31 disinfectant liquid

4 slide holder

41 grid surface

42 extendable support

43 tape

44 means of transport

44th mechanical arm

44b means of action

51 starting position

52 disinfection position 53 end position

61 electronic means of payment 62 chamber

63 dryer

71 means of collection

72 tank

73 pumping media

Claims (1)

1- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) that comprises a frame (2) with a plurality of sprinklers (3) of disinfectant liquid (31), characterized in that the sprinklers (3) are distributed around the entire outline of the frame ( two). 2- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that the frame (2) comprises at least two lateral columns (21), a lower base (22) and an upper lintel (23). 3- Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that it comprises a slide support (4) configured to hold the object (1) to be disinfected, in the disinfection position (52). 4- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that the object holder (4) comprises a grid surface (41). 5- Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that the object holder (4) is adjustable in height. 6- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that the object holder (4) is movably attached to the side columns (21) of the frame (2). 7- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that the storage support (4) rests on the ground (25) by means of at least one extensible support (42). 8. Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 4, characterized in that the object holder (4) is a belt (43) for transporting the object (1) from an initial position (51) to a final position ( 53). 9- Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to any of claims 2 to 8, characterized in that the two side columns (21), the lower base (22) and the upper lintel (23) comprise at least one sprinkler ( 3) of disinfectant liquid (31). 10. Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 9, characterized in that at least one sprinkler (3) is mounted on the frame (2) in a flexible and rotatable way. 11. Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises electronic means of payment (61) without contact. 12- Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that it comprises means of transport (44) of the object (1) from an initial position (51) to the disinfection position (52) on the slide support (4) and / or from the disinfection position (52) on the slide support (4) to a final position (53). 13- Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises an artificial vision camera (62) for locating and transporting the object (1) from the initial position (51) to the final position (53). 14. Arch for disinfection of objects (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a dryer (63) for the disinfectant liquid (31). 15. Arch for the disinfection of objects (1) according to claim 3, characterized in that it comprises means for collecting (71) the disinfectant liquid (31) under the slide support (4).