JP7610831B2 - Chemical sprayer and chemical bottle - Google Patents

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Article 30, Paragraph 2 of the Patent Act applied. Published in the information on the "Aquanet 1002▲R▼ Spray System" issued on November 30, 2020.

This invention relates to a chemical sprayer that sprays a chemical liquid such as a disinfectant deodorant liquid, and in particular to a chemical sprayer that allows anyone to easily and quickly remove an empty chemical bottle and replace it with a new one, and to a chemical bottle that can be attached to the chemical sprayer.

One proposed liquid medicine sprayer has a bottle attachment port on the sprayer body that has a screw hole (female thread) that fits into the screw-in port of the liquid medicine bottle, allowing the liquid medicine bottle to be fixed to the sprayer body (see, for example, Patent Document 1). With this liquid medicine sprayer, when the liquid medicine in the bottle runs out due to continued spraying, it can be replaced with another liquid medicine bottle that still contains liquid medicine.

Another proposed liquid sprayer is a sprayer in which a fluid stored in a container is supplied from a nozzle through a piping tube, and the container and the piping tube are connected via a connecting member that can be connected with one touch (see, for example, Patent Document 2). In this liquid sprayer, the container and the piping tube can be connected with one touch, making it easy to replace the container.

JP 2010-274019 A (paragraphs 0027 and 0034, FIG. 4) JP 2008-307502 A (paragraphs 0005 and 0009, FIG. 1)

The liquid medicine sprayer according to Patent Document 1 also has a screw hole (female thread) inside the bottle attachment port on the sprayer body that fits into the screw-in port of the liquid medicine bottle, so that the liquid medicine bottle can be easily removed from the sprayer body by holding the sprayer body with the right hand and placing the left hand on the liquid medicine bottle and twisting it, or the liquid medicine bottle can be easily attached to the sprayer body by holding the liquid medicine bottle in the left hand and fitting the screw-in port of the liquid medicine bottle into the screw hole of the sprayer body and twisting it.

However, in the liquid medicine sprayer of Patent Document 1, the liquid medicine bottle is attached to and detached from the main body of the sprayer by turning it, which requires the user to twist their wrist multiple times. Therefore, with the liquid medicine sprayer of Patent Document 1, the action of twisting the wrist multiple times is cumbersome, making it difficult to replace the liquid medicine bottle, and for example, women or elderly people with weak grip strength may not be able to twist their wrist with enough force, making it difficult to remove an empty liquid medicine bottle.

In the chemical sprayer according to Patent Document 2, the container and the piping tube are connected via a connecting member that can be connected with one touch, so the container and the piping tube can be connected with one touch just by inserting and removing the piping tube into and from the connecting member.

However, the liquid sprayer disclosed in Patent Document 2 supplies the fluid by remote control, and because a piping tube of a certain length is connected to a fixed container, specifically a packaging bag made of a fixed soft packaging material, the container cannot be carried together with the sprayer.

Therefore, the objective of this invention is to solve the above-mentioned problems and provide a liquid medicine sprayer that allows anyone to easily and quickly remove an empty bottle of liquid medicine and replace it with a new bottle of liquid medicine, and a liquid medicine bottle that can be attached to the liquid medicine sprayer.

To solve the above problem, the invention according to claim 1 is a chemical sprayer equipped with a two-fluid nozzle, configured with a bottle cage for bicycles.

In the invention according to claim 2, the two-fluid nozzle and the bottle cage are connected via a torque hinge for a door, lid, or cover.

In the invention according to claim 3, a cable gland for connecting electrical wires is attached to the lid of the liquid medicine bottle that is inserted into the bottle cage.

According to the invention of claim 1, a liquid medicine sprayer equipped with a two-fluid nozzle is configured with a bicycle bottle cage, so that the liquid medicine bottle can be attached to the liquid medicine sprayer, for example, by holding the grip of the liquid medicine sprayer with the right hand, holding the liquid medicine bottle with the left hand, and simply inserting the liquid medicine bottle through the opening of the bottle cage. Also, the liquid medicine bottle can be removed from the liquid medicine sprayer by holding the grip of the liquid medicine sprayer with the right hand, grabbing the liquid medicine bottle with the left hand, and pulling it out through the opening of the bottle cage.

Thus, according to the invention of claim 1, since there is no need to twist the wrist multiple times as in the liquid medicine sprayer of Patent Document 1, even women or elderly people with weak grip strength can easily attach and detach the liquid medicine bottle to the liquid medicine sprayer. Also, according to the invention of claim 1, the movement of inserting and removing the liquid medicine bottle from the bottle cage is a linear movement of the hand, so it is a simpler movement and can be performed quickly than the movement of twisting the wrist multiple times as in the liquid medicine sprayer of Patent Document 1. Therefore, according to the invention of claim 1, anyone can easily and quickly remove an empty liquid medicine bottle and replace it with a new liquid medicine bottle.

According to the invention of claim 2, the two-fluid nozzle and the bottle cage are connected via a torque hinge for a door, lid, or cover. For example, while holding the medicine bottle in the left hand, the angle between the two-fluid nozzle and the bottle cage can be changed and fixed at that angle simply by placing the middle and ring fingers of the right hand on the two-fluid nozzle and twisting the wrist.

Therefore, according to the invention of claim 2, the angle between the two-fluid nozzle and the bottle cage can be changed and fixed at that angle, so that the two-fluid nozzle can be pointed diagonally upwards to spray the medicinal liquid diagonally upwards, or the two-fluid nozzle can be pointed straight up to spray the medicinal liquid straight up.

According to the invention of claim 2, the two-fluid nozzle can be aimed directly upwards and the chemical liquid can be sprayed directly upwards, so fluid circulation can be performed efficiently. Therefore, according to the invention of claim 2, if a disinfectant deodorizer liquid such as hypochlorous acid water is sprayed directly upwards indoors, the indoor space can be disinfected and deodorized efficiently.

In addition, according to the invention of claim 2, the two-fluid nozzle can be pointed straight up and the chemical solution can be sprayed straight up, so that, for example, when spraying an anti-fungal agent on a ceiling, the user can do so in a natural posture by simply twisting the wrist slightly, without having to raise their arm straight up.

According to the invention of claim 3, a cable gland for connecting electric wires is attached to the lid of the liquid medicine bottle that is inserted into the bottle cage, so that the tube can be attached to the liquid medicine bottle without leaking liquid medicine simply by passing the tube through the cable gland and tightening the cable gland. Also, the tube can be removed from the liquid medicine bottle simply by loosening the cable gland and pulling out the tube.

As described above, according to the inventions of claims 1 to 3, anyone can easily and quickly remove an empty chemical bottle and replace it with a new one, reducing the hassle of replacing chemical bottles. Therefore, according to the inventions of claims 1 to 3, while daily sterilization is required to prevent the spread of COVID-19, it is easy for facility employees, such as part-time or casual workers, to continue sterilization between work, for example, for a short time before opening or after closing.

In addition, according to the inventions of claims 1 to 3, refilling the chemical solution is done by replacing the chemical solution bottle, so accidents caused by incorrect dilution ratios can be prevented. Furthermore, according to the inventions of claims 1 to 3, if a dedicated bottle is used, accidents caused by incorrect transfer of chemical solution can be prevented.

FIG. 2 is a front view of the liquid medicine sprayer according to the embodiment. 1 is a front view showing a state in which the liquid medicine sprayer according to the embodiment is fixed and spraying, and a state in which the liquid medicine bottle according to the embodiment is inserted into a bottle cage. FIG. 1A is a front view showing the state in which the chemical liquid sprayer of the embodiment is fixed and spraying, the state in which the spraying is performed diagonally upwards, and FIG. 1B is a front view showing the state in which the spraying is performed directly upwards. 1A is a front view showing the state in which a liquid medicine sprayer according to an embodiment is held in the hand and sprayed at an angle upwards, and FIG. 1B is a front view showing the state in which a liquid medicine sprayer according to an embodiment is sprayed directly upwards.

First, we will briefly explain the basis of the creation of this invention. The inventor manufactures and sells a disinfectant deodorizer made from an aqueous solution of hypochlorous acid (the product name is Gianax. Gianax is a registered trademark of the applicant (registration number 5344757)). Here, Gianax is made from hypochlorous acid water, which is produced by diluting and mixing sodium hypochlorite, hydrochloric acid, and pure water, and is a disinfectant deodorizer with an extremely high level of safety.

Gianax has a disinfecting effect against a wide range of bacterial species, from common bacteria to viruses, and is extremely safe, meaning it can be used safely by infants and the elderly for a variety of purposes, from cleaning fresh foods such as vegetables and seafood, to disinfecting cooking utensils and kitchen utensils, to disinfecting hands and wiping the body. Gianax also contains hypochlorous acid, and hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a component that is produced in the human body by neutrophils (a type of white blood cell) that protect the body from bacteria and viruses. For this reason, Gianax also has the advantage that it can be sprayed in places where people are present.

In the previous invention (Application No. 2009-272490), the inventor focused on the need to be able to spray chemical solutions such as Gianax in spaces that are difficult for workers to enter, such as high or low places or narrow spaces, or in spaces where it is undesirable for workers to stay for hygienic reasons, and developed a chemical solution sprayer (product name: Aquanet AFA1001, hereinafter referred to as the current chemical solution sprayer) that can be temporarily placed in a sprayed state, providing products that take advantage of the characteristic of Gianax that other disinfecting waters do not have, that is, the ability to spray in places where people are present. For this reason, Gianax is used in a variety of facilities, including food factories, food service centers, and other cooking facilities, as well as commercial facilities such as restaurants and food courts, and is particularly well-received in nursing homes and sports gyms where odor control is required.

The inventor heard from customers who use Gianax in a spray bottle to deal with odors that they hope to be able to disinfect the air by spraying it into the air. In nursing homes and sports gyms, Gianax is sprayed from a spray bottle onto things that have been used to clean up excrement, and onto mats and equipment that are soaked with sweat, to disinfect and deodorize them. However, to prevent the spread of COVID-19, they have also started spraying Gianax on tables, doorknobs, and other surfaces that are touched by hands, to disinfect them. In order to thoroughly implement measures to prevent the spread of infection, the inventor wanted to spray Gianax widely to disinfect the air.

In addition, the inventor felt that the number of inquiries about the current chemical sprayers has been increasing even from people other than those involved in sterilization and deodorization work, and that various facilities are looking to sterilize the air as a measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The inventor then noticed that current chemical sprayers were developed for businesses involved in sterilization and deodorization work, and were designed to be used by workers with specialized knowledge, but many of the inquiries were from employees in their own facilities who wanted to sterilize in between work.

The inventor then noticed that while daily disinfection is required to prevent the spread of COVID-19, refilling the chemical solution becomes a hassle when employees try to disinfect between work. The inventor then came to the realization that the burden of daily disinfection could be reduced if anyone could easily and quickly remove an empty chemical bottle, replace it with a new one, and refill the chemical solution.

While considering a structure that would allow anyone to easily and quickly remove an empty medicine bottle and replace it with a new one, the inventors noticed that there is a component for sports bicycles such as road bikes called a bottle cage, which allows users to quickly remove a beverage bottle in order to replenish fluids while riding the bike.

The inventor then discovered that by repurposing a bicycle bottle cage component into a chemical sprayer component, anyone can easily and quickly remove an empty chemical bottle and replace it with a new one, which led to the creation of this invention. The inventor also discovered that by repurposing commercially available parts into chemical sprayer components, just as by repurposing a bicycle bottle cage component into a chemical sprayer component, it is possible to commercialize an idea even with limited management resources, which led to the creation of this invention.

Next, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings as appropriate. Figure 1 is a front view of a liquid medicine sprayer according to an embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 1, the liquid sprayer 1 is configured to have a two-fluid nozzle 2 and a bottle cage 3. In addition, the liquid sprayer 1 is configured to have a torque hinge 4, a stay 5, tubes 6a and 6b, and a tripod mounting bracket 7.

The two-fluid nozzle 2 is a nozzle that sprays a mixture of compressed air and liquid, using a high-speed gas flow to atomize the liquid and spray a fine mist. Attached to the two-fluid nozzle 2 are a tube (liquid side) 6a that connects to a chemical bottle, and a tube (air side) 6b that connects to an air compressor.

The bottle cage 3 is a basket-shaped component for storing a bottle, and is a commercially available component for sports bicycles such as road bikes. If you choose a bottle cage 3 that allows you to remove the bottle from the side, it will be easier to remove the medicine bottle because the medicine bottle will not hit the two-fluid nozzle 2.

The torque hinge 4 is a commercially available part for doors, lids, and covers, and is a hinge-like part that holds the door, lid, or cover in any position while it is open or closed. Here, the two-fluid nozzle 2 and the bottle cage 3 are connected via the torque hinge 4 so that they can be fixed at any angle.

The stay 5 is a support-like member that secures parts. In this example, the bottle cage 3, torque hinge 4, and tripod mounting bracket 7 are fixed to the stay 5.

The tripod mounting bracket 7 is a metal fitting with a screw hole for attaching a tripod to a flat plate.

Figure 2 is a front view showing the state in which the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment is fixed and spraying, and the state in which the liquid medicine bottle according to the embodiment is inserted into the bottle cage 3. As shown in Figure 2, the liquid medicine sprayer 1 is configured so that the liquid medicine bottle 8 can be attached to the bottle cage 3, and a grip-type tripod T can be attached to the tripod mounting bracket 7.

The chemical bottle 8 has a cable gland 82 attached to the central hole of the lid 81. The cable gland 82 is a commercially available part for connecting electric wires, and is a screw-in type part that is tightened by passing a cable through it. The cable gland 82 is used for the purpose of preventing the intrusion of dust and water and preventing the cable from coming loose by passing a cable through it and tightening it. In the chemical bottle 8 according to the embodiment, the cable gland 82 is attached to the central hole of the lid 81, so that when the tube (liquid side) 6a is passed through the cable gland 82 and tightened, the chemical does not spill. In addition, in the chemical bottle 8 according to the embodiment, the tube (liquid side) 6a comes out when the cable gland 82 is loosened.

The chemical bottle 8 is a light-blocking bottle, so that the Gianax does not react with ultraviolet light and reduce its antibacterial and deodorizing effects. The chemical bottle 8 is also a dedicated bottle for Gianax, and is filled with diluted Gianax, so it can be used as is.

Grip-type tripod T is a commercially available tripod for cameras and videos. As shown in Figure 2, grip-type tripod T can be used as a tripod when the legs are spread out. Grip-type tripod T can also be folded up into a rod shape that can be used as a handle. Grip-type tripod T is provided with a screw for attaching a camera or the like to the pan head. Grip-type tripod T can be attached to chemical sprayer 1 by screwing the screw into the screw hole of tripod mounting bracket 7.

Since the liquid medicine sprayer 1 configured as described above is equipped with the bottle cage 3, for example, the spent liquid medicine bottle 8 can be removed from the liquid medicine sprayer 1 by simply holding the grip-type tripod T with the right hand, grabbing the liquid medicine bottle 8 with the left hand, and pulling it downward through the opening of the bottle cage 3. Also, a new liquid medicine bottle can be attached to the liquid medicine sprayer 1 by holding the grip-type tripod T with the right hand, holding the liquid medicine bottle 8 with the left hand, and inserting the liquid medicine bottle 8 upward through the opening of the bottle cage 3.

In addition, in the liquid medicine sprayer 1 configured as described above, since the cable gland 82 is attached to the lid 81 of the liquid medicine bottle, the used-up liquid medicine bottle 8 can be removed from the liquid medicine sprayer 1 by simply loosening the cable gland 82 to pull out the tube (liquid side) 6a. Also, by simply passing the tube (liquid side) 6a through the cable gland 82 and tightening it, a new liquid medicine bottle can be attached to the liquid medicine sprayer 1 without spilling the liquid medicine.

Figure 3 (a) is a front view showing the state where the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment is fixed and spraying, and shows the state where the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment is spraying at an angle upward. Also, Figure 3 (b) is a front view showing the state where the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment is fixed and spraying, and shows the state where the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment is spraying directly upward.

As shown in FIG. 3(b), in the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment, the two-fluid nozzle 2 and the bottle cage 3 are connected via a torque hinge 4. For example, while holding the liquid medicine bottle 8 in the left hand, the user can simply place the middle and ring fingers of the right hand around the two-fluid nozzle 2 and twist the wrist to raise it, thereby raising the two-fluid nozzle 2 so that it faces straight up.

Also, as shown in FIG. 3(a), for example, by holding the medicine bottle 8 in the left hand and placing the middle and ring fingers of the right hand over the two-fluid nozzle 2 and twisting the wrist to lay it down, the two-fluid nozzle 2 can be laid down so that it faces diagonally upwards.

Figure 4(a) is a front view showing the state where the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment is held in the hand and sprayed at an angle upwards. Figure 4(b) is a front view showing the state where the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment is held in the hand and sprayed directly upwards.

As shown in FIG. 4(b), in the liquid medicine sprayer 1 according to the embodiment, the two-fluid nozzle 2 and the bottle cage 3 are connected via a torque hinge 4. For example, while holding the liquid medicine bottle 8 in the left hand, the user can simply place the middle and ring fingers of the right hand around the two-fluid nozzle 2 and twist the wrist to raise it, thereby raising the two-fluid nozzle 2 so that it faces straight up.

Also, as shown in FIG. 4(a), for example, by holding the medicine bottle 8 in the left hand and placing the middle and ring fingers of the right hand over the two-fluid nozzle 2 and twisting the wrist to lay it down, the two-fluid nozzle 2 can be laid down so that it faces diagonally upwards.

Although the embodiment of the present invention has been described above, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiment. For example, the bottle cage 3 according to the embodiment has been described as a part for sports bicycles such as commercially available road bikes, but it may be a part made for a chemical sprayer as long as it is a cage-shaped part that can store a chemical bottle 8.

Also, although the chemical solution was described as Gianax, it is also acceptable to use hypochlorous acid water from another company or a mold inhibitor.

REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 1 Chemical solution spray device 2 Two-fluid nozzle 3 Bottle cage 4 Torque hinge 5 Stay 6 Tube 7 Tripod mounting bracket 8 Chemical solution bottle 81 Lid 82 Cable gland

Claims (2)

In a chemical sprayer equipped with a two-fluid nozzle,
The medicine sprayer is configured to have a bicycle bottle cage into which a medicine bottle is inserted ,
A liquid sprayer characterized in that the two-fluid nozzle and the bottle cage are connected via a torque hinge for a door, lid, or cover. A liquid medicine sprayer system including a liquid medicine sprayer equipped with a two-fluid nozzle and a liquid medicine bottle attached to the liquid medicine sprayer, the liquid medicine sprayer system being configured with a bottle cage for a bicycle,
A chemical spray system characterized in that a cable gland for connecting an electrical wire is attached to the lid of the chemical bottle inserted into the bottle cage, through which a tube connecting to the chemical bottle provided on the two-fluid nozzle can be passed .

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