MULTIFUNCTIONAL ELEVATOR MACHINE CASE

Abstract

 This is an invention that refers to a multifunctional elevator machine case. The presented case is functional from the packaging moment until even the using phase of the product. Overall, the same structure acts as protection case, packaging material, transportation assistant and installation component. The case consists of a base (4) with rolling elements (10), of at least two structural elements (1) on the upper side, at least four struts (2) lengthwise and grippers (3) at the two ends of the structural elements (1).

Description

[0001] Present invention refers to a multifunctional elevator machine case. The presented case is functional from the packaging moment until even the using phase of the product. Following further details about the invention are described.

[0002] According to the state of the art, an elevator machine should be packaged properly. The mentioned package should ensure the safety of the product during its transportation from the manufacturer to the user. Moreover, since an elevator machine weights a lot, its transportation demands a kind of trolley. Finally, the machine is placed in the elevator installation which should be designed in a proper way.

[0003] The main drawback of this method is that the elevator machine is a heavy, but at the same time delicate product. It is crucial finding an easiest way of protecting, packaging, transporting, stocking and finally placing the machine in the corresponding installation.

[0004] The presented invention is a solution to the abovementioned issue. The invention refers to a machine case that is able to be used during the whole lifecycle of the product, since it has more than one functions. Following figures may further reveal the characteristics of the invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0005] The invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which it is illustrated in an indicative non-limiting manner.

Figure 1 shows the main structure of the multifunctional machine case of the presented invention.

Figure 2 shows an exploded view of the presented multifunctional machine case.

Figure 3 presents a stack of multifunctional machine cases, according to the present invention.

Figure 4 presents a further embodiment of the current invention.

Figure 5 presents the sockets for accessories that are included in the structural element of the case.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

[0006] Referring now to the accompanying drawings, we will describe indicative applications of the multifunctional machine case of the invention, in order to make apparent its mode of operation and its advantageous features.

[0007] As is presented in Figure 1, and further the explode view of the invention in Figure 2, the main structure of the case consists of two structural elements (1) on the upper side, at least four struts (2) lengthwise and grippers (3) at the two ends of the structural elements (1). It further consists of a base (4) with at least four rolling elements (10). The first function of the case is packaging. The machine remains safe in the case that protects it. The rolling elements (10) are useful for moving easily the machine, while the suspension rings (5) on the structural elements (1) are used in order to raise it up, for example on the transportation track, on the warehouse selves or even in the installation. The buffers (6) and the side buffers (7) ensure that the motor (8) is safe in the case, Fig. 2.

[0008] Figure 3 shows an example of multifunctional machine cases which are stuck one over the other. This is a way of transporting a large number of motors (8) at the same time and afterwards store them in a compact way until their final use. Figure 4 presents the final function of the elevator case. The elevator motor (8) accompanied with the case is placed in the installation. The grippers (3) assist the fastening on the guide rails or in any other part, such as the car frame upper beam. The struts (2) are removable for easy access to the motor (8) in the occasion of necessary repairs or tasks during the installation.

[0009] Last but not least, Figure 5 presents another function of the invention. In several places of the structural elements (1) and of the struts (2) sockets for accessories (9), such as sensors and components for Internet of Things applications, are placed. By this way the elevator is able to follow up with the state-of-the-art technologies.

Claims

1. Multifunctional elevator machine case, consisting of a base (4) with rolling elements (10), of at least two structural elements (1) on the upper side, at least four struts (2) lengthwise and grippers (3) at the two ends of the structural elements (1), characterized by the fact that an elevator motor (8) is placed on the base (4) and is protected from above by the structural elements (1) and alongside by the struts (2).

2. Multifunctional elevator machine case, according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that suspension rings (5) are attached on the structural elements (1).

3. Multifunctional elevator machine case, according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that sockets for accessories (9) are placed on the structural elements (1) and on the struts (2).

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