WO1994000034A1 - Suitcase, removable protective cover - Google Patents

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WO1994000034A1
WO1994000034A1 PCT/GB1992/001639 GB9201639W WO9400034A1 WO 1994000034 A1 WO1994000034 A1 WO 1994000034A1 GB 9201639 W GB9201639 W GB 9201639W WO 9400034 A1 WO9400034 A1 WO 9400034A1
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suitcase
protective cover
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drawstring
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Lyndon Ivor Bowen
Caroline Elizabeth Bowen
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Lyndon Ivor Bowen
Caroline Elizabeth Bowen
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A45—HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
    • A45C—PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS
    • A45C13/00—Details; Accessories
    • A45C13/002—Protective covers

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  • This invention relates to an exterior, removable, non-rigid, machine washable fabric, drawstring closure, protective covering for a suitcase (possibly known by other names such as a travel case or travel bag).
  • a suitcase is a well known item used for the storage and transportation of personal property.
  • the suitcase is likely to be discarded by the owner, since its origional appearance cannot be restored at least without considerable expence.
  • This invention will utilise a strong fabric of natural, or man made fibres, fabricated (sewn) to form the external shape of the suitcase, so that it provides a snug fit around the suitcase to be protected.
  • a range of sizes to suit standard suitcases will be available for manufacturing purposes.
  • Appertures in this protective cover shall allow permanent fixtures of the suitcase, such as mobility wheels and pull
  • S UBSTITUTE SHEET handles on the side of the item, to be accesible whilst the protective cover is in place.
  • the protective cover will provide protection of suitcases against scratching, scuffing or staining normaly sustained whilst travelling. The cover can then be removed and machine washed, folded or crumpled into any shape and stored for reuse.
  • the protective cover is not intended to eliminate damage caused by severe mishandling, heavy impacts, saturation in fluids, heat or fire exposure. Neither will it prevent physical damage to exposed mobile fixtures appearing through the appertures.
  • Figure la shows a typical suitcase with Figure lb the protective cover alongside (Figure lb version incorporates two clasps, as the additional closures, one either side of the top handle).
  • the cover is shown free standing, only for the purpose of clearly illustrating it, in reality the cover cannot stand as shown since it is and can only be made of a completely non rigid fabric.
  • S UBSTITUTE SHEET Figure 2 illustrates the protective cover correctly oriented to slide with a close fit over the suitcase.
  • Figure 3 shows the suitcase fully enclosed within the protective cover, with fixtures protruding through appertures so located in the cover, that they are positioned to fit exactly over the mobility fixtures.
  • Figure 4 shows the drawstrings and toggle adjusted in the cover closed position, with the two clasps also in the closed position.
  • the protective cover 1 shall be able to be slid over the suitcase to be protected, by means of an opening in one end of the cover, this opening is of the correct dimension to accept the suitcase being slid in, base first.
  • the protective cover 1 must be pulled over the suitcase until the mobility wheels and side mounted pull handle, are positioned so that the appertures 2+3, are correctly placed over these fixtures, as shown in figure 3.
  • the cut and fabrication of the cover l is such that it is close fitting without any excess material being visible, nor will it fit to tightly over the protected suitcase.
  • the drawstring 5, will then be secured and prevented from reopening by the toggle 4, or by simply introducing a knot. This will then be tucked inside the protective cover 1, so as not to trail free.
  • Two additional closure devices in this case two clasps 6, positioned one either side of the handle shall then also be fastened to provide extra security to the closure of the protective cover 1.
  • Removal of the cover 1, is accomplished by opening the clasps 6 and slackening the toggle 4, back to the end of the drawstring
  • the protective cover 1, can then be folded or crumpled into any shape and stored until required.

Abstract

An exterior, removable, non-rigid, machine washable fabric, drawstring and toggle closure, protective cover (1) (shown in figs. 1-4), for a suitcase (travelcase, travelbag), the purpose of which is to maintain the appearance of the suitcase from damage such as scratching, scuffing or staining whilst in storage or during transportation. The protective cover (1), being made of an attractive non-rigid fabric of durable natural or manmade fibres, sewn to form the exterior shape of the suitcase, having apertures (2+3), (figure 1) to allow freedom to any mobility fixtures of the suitcase to be protected, such as wheels and side mounted pull handles. The cover (1), shall be closed fitting, sealing the item to be protected inside by means of a drawstring (5), toggle (4) and clasps (6) (figure 4). The drawstring being enclosed within the hem of the protective covers opening. Alternative methods to the clasps, such as velcroR, buttons, buckled straps (including side release buckles) or a combination of these will be used as additional closure aids to the main closure device of the drawstring and toggle, in the positions as shown in figures 1-4. The cover can be removed, machine washed and folded or crumpled into any shape, since it is non-rigid and then stored away for future use.

Description

SUITCASE,REMOVABLE PROTECTIVE COVER.
This invention relates to an exterior, removable, non-rigid, machine washable fabric, drawstring closure, protective covering for a suitcase (possibly known by other names such as a travel case or travel bag).
A suitcase, is a well known item used for the storage and transportation of personal property.
This is subject to rough handling and soiling, causing damage, discolouring and unsightly markings, resulting in possible permanent disfigurement to the aforementioned item.
Once damaged in any of the above forms, the suitcase is likely to be discarded by the owner, since its origional appearance cannot be restored at least without considerable expence.
The cover when fitted will prevent the suitcase from opening should the suitcase closing mechanism fail, stopping spillage of the contents. Previously damaged or unsightly suitcases can be given a new lease of life by using an attractive protective cover. From an environmental viewpoint, fewer suitcases will now be discarded reducing waste. Fewer insurance claims will be submitted reducing agrivation and lost time incured by individuals.
This invention will utilise a strong fabric of natural, or man made fibres, fabricated (sewn) to form the external shape of the suitcase, so that it provides a snug fit around the suitcase to be protected. A range of sizes to suit standard suitcases will be available for manufacturing purposes.
Appertures in this protective cover shall allow permanent fixtures of the suitcase, such as mobility wheels and pull
SUBSTITUTE SHEET handles on the side of the item, to be accesible whilst the protective cover is in place.
A drawstring, or a drawstring with clamping toggle,shall be run along the hem of the opening of the protective cover to enable closure of the protective cover around the suitcase to be protected, with additional clasps for a more secure closure, positioned to appear one either side of a suitcases main carrying handle. Velcroe, buttons, buckled straps(including side release buckles) or a combination of these shall also be used to seal the cover, as alternatives to using clasps.
The protective cover will provide protection of suitcases against scratching, scuffing or staining normaly sustained whilst travelling. The cover can then be removed and machine washed, folded or crumpled into any shape and stored for reuse. The protective cover is not intended to eliminate damage caused by severe mishandling, heavy impacts, saturation in fluids, heat or fire exposure. Neither will it prevent physical damage to exposed mobile fixtures appearing through the appertures.
A specific embodiment of the invention will now be described by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings.
Figure la shows a typical suitcase with Figure lb the protective cover alongside (Figure lb version incorporates two clasps, as the additional closures, one either side of the top handle).The cover is shown free standing, only for the purpose of clearly illustrating it, in reality the cover cannot stand as shown since it is and can only be made of a completely non rigid fabric.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET Figure 2 illustrates the protective cover correctly oriented to slide with a close fit over the suitcase.
Figure 3 shows the suitcase fully enclosed within the protective cover, with fixtures protruding through appertures so located in the cover, that they are positioned to fit exactly over the mobility fixtures.
Figure 4 shows the drawstrings and toggle adjusted in the cover closed position, with the two clasps also in the closed position.
Referring to the drawing, figure 2, the protective cover 1, shall be able to be slid over the suitcase to be protected, by means of an opening in one end of the cover, this opening is of the correct dimension to accept the suitcase being slid in, base first.
Whilst fitting the protective cover 1, to a suitcase with mobility wheels and side mounted pull handles, correct orientation of the protective cover is necessary to position the appertures 2 + 3 , on the suitcase to be protected, as illustrated in figure 2.
The protective cover 1, must be pulled over the suitcase until the mobility wheels and side mounted pull handle, are positioned so that the appertures 2+3, are correctly placed over these fixtures, as shown in figure 3. The cut and fabrication of the cover l,is such that it is close fitting without any excess material being visible, nor will it fit to tightly over the protected suitcase.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET When the suitcase is completely enclosed within the protective cover 1, the drawstring 5, threaded through a hem in the opening of the protective cover 1, shall be drawn by means of a toggle
4, thus sealing the suitcase within the protective cover 1, as shown in figure 4.
The drawstring 5, will then be secured and prevented from reopening by the toggle 4, or by simply introducing a knot. This will then be tucked inside the protective cover 1, so as not to trail free.
Two additional closure devices, in this case two clasps 6, positioned one either side of the handle shall then also be fastened to provide extra security to the closure of the protective cover 1.
Removal of the cover 1, is accomplished by opening the clasps 6 and slackening the toggle 4, back to the end of the drawstring
5, simply enlarging the protective covering 1, to its fully open size, then sliding the cover 1, off the suitcase (travelcase or travelbag) .
The protective cover 1, can then be folded or crumpled into any shape and stored until required.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET

Claims

1 An exterior, removable, protective cover for a suitcase, this cover being made of nonrigid, natural or man-made fibres, sewn to form the exterior shape of the aforementioned suitcase as shown in figures 1-4, enclosing it within, without being to tight or allowing any excess material forming the protective cover to be visible.
2 A protective cover as claimed in claim 1, with appertures, allowing full operational access and freedom of movement to the side mounted pull handle and mobility wheels of a suitcase, when the cover is fitted. No apperture is required for the main top carrying handle of the suitcase, as the cover is not designed to obstruct this handle as shown in figure 4.
3 A protective cover as claimed in claim 1 or claim 2, which utilises a drawstring or a drawstring and toggle, running in the hem of the protective covers opening, this drawstring is the covers main closure device.
4 A protective cover as claimed in claims 1-3, that utilizes additional closure devices, these devices being positioned one either side of a suitcases main carrying handle as shown in the figures 1-4, providing an extra closure aid to the main closure device.
Clasps, buckled straps(including side release buckles), buttons, velcro or any combination of these can be used as additional closure devices.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET 5 A protective cover as claimed in claims 1-4, that is made of natural or man-made fibre, which enables the cover to be machine washed when removed from the suitcase, before reuse.
6 A protective cover as claimed in claims 1-5, which when removed can be folded or crumpled into any shape and stored until required again.
7 An exterior, removable, non-rigid, machine washable fabric, drawstring closure, protective cover with appertures for a suitcase with mobility fixtures, as described substantialy herein with reference to figures 1-4 of the accompanying drawing.
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