Mop frame and a mop

Abstract

The invention relates to a mop frame comprising a plate forming the bottom frame part onto which bottom side the mop is located for cleaning, in which mop frame at one end of the plate of the mop frame a top part is pivotably attached by a pivot, to which top part a handle arm is attached. The top part is shorter than the plate, advantageously the length of the top part is 55-75% of the length of the plate. At the other end of the plate a balancing element, preferably a protrusion, is located for balancing the mop frame.

Description

PRIORITY[0001]This application claims priority of EP15187244.7 filed on Sep. 29 2015 the contents of which is incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to cleaning implements. Especially the invention relates to a mop frame and to a mop. In particular the invention relates to a mop frame and a mop according to the appended claims herein.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]From prior art various solutions to attach mops to mop frames are known. Of course, the basic intention is that the attachment be relatively firm and quick, and possible to carry out without touching by hand.[0004]A common type of mop frame is such that the mop is attached on the bottom side i.e. in use towards the floor facing side of the planar plate by different types of fixing means such as loops, Velcro fastening means or pockets located at each end of the mop, into which pockets are then slid each end of the plate. A handle arm is typically fixed at the middle par...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention aims to create a mop frame and mop that overcome the problems and disadvantages of existing devices. Specifically, the invention solves the difficulty of unbalanced mop frames when open. Additionally, the invention includes a magnet attachment system for easily and securely attaching a mop to the mop frame, as well as a spring to assist in opening and closing the mop frame. The mop frame can also be opened and closed by the user with less force, and the mop is designed with a detachable attachment pocket for easy use. These technical features enhance the functionality and usability of the mop and mop frame.

Problems solved by technology

One disadvantage with in these types of mop frames is that longitudinal distance changes and thus the attaching and removing of the mop without touching with hands is not possible.

The attaching and removing the mop to and from the mop frame is also cumbersome and time consuming.

The Velcro fastening has the disadvantage that its holding power weakens depending on the times of use.

In repeated use, the abovementioned flexible loop or the tongue provided with a press fastener may be a more durable solution, but their weaknesses: slowness of setting the mop in place to some extent and also the fact that they are difficult to attach and remove without touching by hand.

One disadvantage of mop frames according to prior art is that the attaching and removing of the mop without touching with hands is not possible and thus the attaching and removing the mop to and from the mop frame is also cumbersome and time consuming.

Another disadvantage of mop frames according to prior art is that when lifted in an open position the mop frame is unbalanced thus making handling of the mop frame cumbersome and also the attaching and removing the mop to and from the mop frame difficult.

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