Suitcase cover

Abstract

 The present invention refers to a cover for suitcases. The cover which is the object of the invention is used basically to cover suitcases although it may have other applications and could be used with vanity cases or briefcases.
The invention is characterised in that it comprises at least one sheet of material which can be placed on one of the lateral walls of the suitcase and which is provided with at least some upper and lower extensions to be situated on the upper and lower part of the suitcase and at least one lateral extension designed to be placed on the sides thereof.

Description

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention refers to a cover for suitcases. The cover which is the object of the invention is used basically to cover suitcases although it may have other applications and could be used with vanity cases or briefcases.

[0002] The present invention is characterised by the fact that it comprises at least one sheet of material which can be placed on one of the lateral walls of the suitcase and which has at least some upper and lower extensions which are situated on the upper and lower part of the suitcase and at least one lateral extension designed to be placed on the sides thereof.

BACKGROUND TO THE INVENTION

[0003] It is a fact that suitcases may suffer damage during travel, mainly at airports, receiving blows and scratches which can quickly lead to their deterioration. In addition, suitcases accumulate dirt generated during transport or handling.

[0004] There are various means available for protecting suitcases from the aforementioned disadvantages, such as, for example, wrapping the suitcase in a film dispensed by machine such as those found in airports. Nevertheless, this method has the disadvantage that it can only be used on a single occasion.

[0005] There is also the possibility of protecting luggage with a number of tapes so that it is protected from involuntary or intentional opening or the possibility of spilling the contents of the luggage in the event of breakage. However, the suitcase is still totally unprotected from blows and dirt.

[0006] The present invention overcomes the previous disadvantages by means of a suitcase cover which protects luggage from dirt and blows as well as protecting its contents, increasing security and at the same time it is provided with the means for providing an attractive design as well as the possibility of including advertising thereon.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The suitcase cover which is the object of the invention is designed to safeguard to the maximum, both the integrity of the suitcase itself and its contents, thus resolving the aforementioned problems.

[0008] The invention is characterised in that it comprises at least one sheet of material which can be placed on one of the lateral walls of the suitcase. This sheet is provided with at least some upper and lower extensions which are designed to be placed on the upper and lower part of the suitcase and at least one lateral extension designed to be placed on the sides thereof.

[0009] In this way the cover is situated so that it protects the whole case from external agents, such as dirt or blows while also protecting the contents and preventing objects to be introduced into the case once the cover is in place.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] The present descriptive report is supplemented by a series of drawings illustrative of a preferred embodiment but not however restricting the invention in any way.

[0011] Figure 1 shows a perspective diagram of suitcase on which a preferred embodiment of the cover which is the object of this invention has been arranged.

[0012] Figure 2 shows a diagram of the development of a preferred embodiment of cover for suitcases.

[0013] Figure 3 shows a diagram of the development of another preferred embodiment of cover for suitcases.

[0014] Figure 4 shows a diagram of the development of another preferred embodiment of the cover which is the object of the invention.

PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0015] The suitcase cover of the preferred embodiments is provided with a sheet which may be situated, for example, on the back part (1) of the suitcase and which has upper (2) and lower (3) extensions and a lateral extension (4) designed to be situated on the sides of the suitcase. In the preferred embodiment shown in the attached figures, the upper (2) and lower(3) extensions extend to the front part of the suitcase.

[0016] Figures 2 and 3 also show how in addition to the upper extension (2) the cover is provided with at least one hole (2.1) so that the handles or pullers with which the suitcase is provided can pass through.

[0017] In addition, these upper (2) and lower (3) extensions are provided with the means for connection so that the cover would close over the suitcase. In the preferred embodiment these connection means consist of straps (2.2) which enable the upper part (2) and the lower part (3) to be joined. Other means would be possible such as for example, velcro strips or zips.

[0018] In addition to the upper extension (2), the lower extension may also be provided with holes (3.1) which may be arranged in various situations, forms and size as in order to house the suitcase wheels, should the case possess these means, or any other means of support or stabilisation which the case may be provided with, so that the functionality of the suitcase is not lost by using the cover.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment the lateral extension (4) may be joined permanently to the back part (1) of the cover, see figure 4. In this case part of the lateral extension (4) should be made from elastic material which facilitates introduction of the body of the suitcase. For example, the front part (4.1) and the back part (1) may be made from rigid or semi-rigid material and the sides (4.2) from elastic material.

[0020] In another preferred embodiment shown in figure 2, the back layer (1) of the cover is provided with respective lateral extensions (4, 5) so that they surround the sides of the suitcase.

[0021] The cover materials may be semi-rigid or elastic, or also they may be a combination of both materials, as mentioned previously.

Claims

1. Suitcase cover characterised in that it comprises at least one sheet of material (1) which can be situated on one of the lateral walls of the suitcase which is provided with at least some upper (2) and lower (3) extensions designed to be placed on the upper and lower parts of the suitcase and at least one lateral extension(4) designed to be situated on the sides of the suitcase.

2. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1, characterised in that the upper extension (2) is provided with at least one hole (2.1) for the handles or pullers of the suitcase to pass through.

3. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1, characterised in that the upper (2) and lower (3) extensions extend to the side walls of the suitcase.

4. Suitcase cover, according to claim 3, characterised in that the upper (2) and lower (3) extensions are provided with connection means.

5. Suitcase cover, according to claim 4 characterised in that the connection means consist of straps (2.2).

6. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1, characterised in that the lower extension (3) is provided with at least one hole (3.1) for wheels or stabilisers to pass through.

7. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1, characterised in that the lateral extension (4) is arranged so that it is joined at its free end to the layer (1).

8. Suitcase cover, according to claim 7, characterised in that it is provided with sections of the lateral walls (4.2) comprising elastic material.

9. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1 characterised in that the layer (1) is provided with respective lateral extensions (4, 5).

10. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1 characterised in that the layer (1) consists of elastic material.

11. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1 characterised in that it consists of semi-rigid material.

12. Suitcase cover, according to claim 1 characterised in that it consists of a combination of elastic and semi-rigid materials.

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