WO2018211012A1 - Stackable container system - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a stackable container system (20) comprising at least two stackable containers (1, 1', 1'', 1''') each having a receiving body (2) which has at least one base (3) and a side wall (4) extending from the base (3). The base (3) and the side wall (4) limit a receiving chamber (5). The receiving body (2) is designed as to allow at least two containers (1, 1', 1'', 1''') to be stacked inside each other as well as on top of each other. A particular advantage is that at least one stabilising device (15) equipped with a plurality of connecting sections (16) is provided for stabilising the connection of all containers (1, 1', 1'', 1''') arranged on top of each other in a stack, and each container (1, 1', 1'', 1''') comprises in a container edge section (1a) corresponding connecting areas (17) for a form-fit connection with the connecting sections (16) of the stabilising device (15). The stabilising device (15) is, in the connected state, connected to each container (1) arranged on top of each other in the stack by means of several connecting sections (16). The containers (1, 1', 1'', 1''') are adapted and designed as plant containers for planting plants, the stabilising device (15) forming, at the same time a climbing aid for the plants growing in the plant containers.

Description

 Stackable container system

Technical area

The invention relates to a stackable container system.

Background Art Stackable containers are well known in the art. such

In use, containers can be stacked on one another to form a stack of containers and preferably in a space-saving manner in the non-use state.

For example, DE 20 2010 000 632 Ul describes a transport container in which the side walls taper conically downwards and are provided in which pivotable on an upper side supports that can be pivoted in the use position in a support position in which they serve as a support for a similar, serve second to be stacked transport container. Likewise, the G 81 18 115 U1 describes a container with a conically widening to the upper edge cross-section and with the container bottom folding feet, which in the unfolded state placing the container on the edge of a similar container and in the folded state insertion of the container allow in a similar container.

Also usable as planters stackable containers have enjoyed increasing popularity in recent times. Such stackable containers for planting or planting may also be used, for example, in confined outdoor areas, e.g. be used on small terraces, balconies or forecourts, so that such stackable planters especially in cities of a wide

Demand for the population.

The stackable planters can serve as a stackable flowerbed or as a stackable vegetable patch and can be used both for the greening of terraces, Baikon or the like but also for vegetable cultivation. Such plant containers, which are also suitable for vegetable growing are increasingly desired because, for example, along with growing health awareness in a significant part of the population and the demand for naturally or organically grown, self-grown vegetables increases. For example, US 2015/0128494 A1 describes a stackable plant container having a bottom and a wall rising from the bottom, wherein the wall is provided with alternating bulges and depressions and the plant container therefore has a substantially lobed or flower-shaped cross section. The plant container is approximately conically shaped, so that in the non-use state, several containers can be stacked or inserted into each other. To form a stack or tower in use, the vertically adjoining each container are rotated relative to each other and that radially about a vertical axis of the stack, so that in the vertical direction in each case a bulge and a recess of the stacked containers alternate. In this way, the containers in the stacked state in the region of the bulges are open at the top. This upper opening serves as a plant opening through which the plant can grow and out, thus also to the light out. To support the growing out of the upper openings of the bulges plants simple wire hanger are provided, wherein the wire hanger are respectively attached to the edge of two adjacent lobes of a container.

Furthermore, WO 2017/035601 AI discloses a stackable container system for the

Planting, in which the containers are also designed for nesting and stacking. For stacking up support or connecting elements are provided between the containers arranged one above the other. The containers also have a substantially lobed or flower-shaped cross section and the support or connecting elements are provided with openings which are arranged in the region of the bulges of the container and through which the plants are led to the outside. To stabilize a container stack rod elements can be provided in the container system, which are attached to two superposed support or connecting elements.

Disadvantageously, the stackable container systems, as described above, do not allow secure stabilization of the container stacks. This proves especially at

 Container systems, which are also suitable for planting, and therefore usually in

Outside area, not least for safety reasons, as disadvantageous.

It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a stackable container system for planting which overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art and in which the containers stacked on top of one another in a container stack are secured and stabilized against one another, in particular. This object is achieved by a stackable container system according to the independent Claim 1 solved. Further advantageous aspects, details and embodiments of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims, the description and the drawings. The present invention provides a stackable container system comprising at least two stackable containers with a receiving body. The receiving body comprises at least one bottom and a rising from the bottom side wall, wherein the bottom and the side wall define a receiving space. The receiving body is set up in such a way that it is possible to stack the stacked containers as well as to stack them one on top of the other. The

The container system according to the invention is characterized in particular by the fact that, for the stabilizing connection of all containers stacked on top of one another in a container stack, at least one further equipped with a plurality of connecting sections

Stabilization device is provided and that each container in one

Container edge portion corresponding connecting portions for a positive connection with the connecting portions of the stabilizing device, wherein the stabilizing device is in the connected state by means of the plurality of connecting portions with each container stack arranged in the container in engagement. Furthermore, the container system according to the invention is characterized in that the containers are designed and set up as a plant container for planting with plants, wherein the stabilization device simultaneously forms a climbing aid for the plants growing in the plant containers.

In a stacked state, which can also be understood as a non-use state or non-use position, a container is received in each case by a further, similar container. In contrast, when

Stacking a container on top of another, similar container stacked, whereby a container stack is formed. This is understood in the present case as a state of use. Preferably, all stackable containers have the same shape.

For stacking on the receiving body, for example, movably arranged stacking elements, which are movable at least from a first position to a second position. The movable, in particular rotatable and / or pivotable or displaceable arranged on the receiving body of the present stackable container stacking elements can be quickly and easily adjusted or moved so that they occupy at least two positions. If the stacking elements are oriented in a first position, each container can receive or be received by another such container. In their first position, the stacking elements thus allow the nesting of several similar containers. In contrast, the stacking elements in their second position allow the Auflagerung a container on a similar container, d .h. they block that

Stacking at least two similar containers.

The corresponding connection areas for a positive connection with the connecting portions of the stabilizing device are in one

 Container edge portion arranged, wherein, according to the present understanding

Container edge portion is an edge region or edge portion in the region of an upper side of the container to understand. The corresponding connecting portions are arranged so that they are freely accessible even in the stacked state of the container, namely in a container stack, and are available for easy cooperation or intervention of the connecting portions of the stabilization device. For example, the connection regions may be formed in a wall edge section or in a wall edge of the receiving body or, in the case of stack elements provided on the top side of the container, also in the stack elements.

The stacked containers of a container stack are in several

arranged one above the other stack levels, with a first, on a

Subsurface, for example, placed on the ground container in a first

Stacking level, a second container stacked on the first container in a second stack level and further in turn stacked thereon containers in further

Stacking levels are arranged. The stabilizing device is preferably elongate and has a major axis along its length which, in use, intersects all of the stacking planes in a substantially perpendicular orientation. The connecting portions are spaced apart from each other and over the

Stabilization arranged distributed that at the level of each stack level at least one connecting portion is available. Particularly preferably, the stabilization device is formed like a grid or a frame.

Advantageously, the container system according to the invention allows a particularly secure stabilization of a container stack by all stacked in such a container stack containers are connected by the at least one stabilizing device. Each stabilizing device has a plurality of connecting sections and is connected to each container of a container stack, in such a way that in each case at least one connecting portion of the stabilizing device cooperates with a corresponding connecting region in each case a container. In this way, the containers of a container stack become continuous, via a continuous, extending over the entire container stack

Stabilizing device secured against each other, whereby slipping and tilting of the stacked containers is effectively prevented. To

This understanding is understood to mean that the container of a Container stacks mutually braced or braced to a stable

To ensure container stacks. In particular, the containers of a container stack are thereby supported against each other. The corresponding connection regions of the containers are for example in the form of recesses or depressions or profilings or projections in the

Tray edge portion formed. Formed as recesses connecting areas are formed for example by blind holes or through holes. Profiles forming the connection area in the container edge section may include, for example, fillets, indentations or protruding sections such as ribs, webs, bulges or the like. In such embodiments, the connecting portions of the stabilizing device preferably have at least one for the corresponding cooperation with the connecting portions

complementary profiling area. This is to be understood in the present case that connecting regions and connecting sections essentially represent complementary and complementary counterparts or form a contour and a mating contour mating or mating with this contour. For example, the connecting portions can be formed by respective lengths of a rod-shaped

Be formed stabilizing device, these lengths are taken for example in formed as through holes in the container edge portion corresponding connection areas.

Preferably, in the region of the container edge portions additionally suitable locking means or hook or snap elements may be provided to produce a locking between the connecting portion and connecting portion and thereby hold the stabilizing device in the desired position relative to the container or to fix.

Preferably, the connecting portions of the example grid-like

Stabilization device in the form of pins and the corresponding

Connecting regions in the container edge portion of the container in the form of recesses, for example formed as blind holes, through holes or openings. The connection of the stabilizing device with the containers of the container stack can be understood in this case as hooking or hooking. Particularly preferably, the pins, which are assigned to different stacking levels, have different spigot lengths, whereby the hooking is facilitated.

It is also possible in alternative embodiments to form the connecting sections of the stabilizing device by means of separately produced connecting pieces connected to the stabilizing device, which offers particular advantages with regard to the variability and adaptability to possibly different containers result. Particularly advantageous such connectors are slidably on the

Stabilization arranged so that an adaptation to containers of different heights is possible. Also preferably, the connecting pieces can be exchangeable and / or designed for use as an adapter element. This brings with it special advantages for adaptation to differently designed container edge sections.

The stabilization device can also be designed in several parts and comprise a plurality of stabilizing elements which can be connected to one another. The single ones

 Stabilizing elements are preferably fixed and rigidly connected to each other, such that the interconnected stabilizing elements form a sufficiently rigid and stable stabilizing device for secure stabilization of the container stack. Preferably, the individual stabilizing elements adjoin one another in the direction of the main axis of the stabilizing device. This results in advantages for the storage and transport of the stabilization device, since the individual

Stabilization elements of the multipart stabilization device have a small length and can be stored to save space. For example, the plurality of stabilizing elements can be connected to one another via plug connections, wherein the stabilizing elements are each equipped with at least one plug section and one socket section and designed such that the plug section of a first stabilizing element can be inserted into the socket section of a further stabilizing element. Likewise advantageously, the individual stabilizing elements can be formed with tap portions, wherein each stabilizing element is provided at an upper end portion with pins and a lower end portion with recesses. The pins and recesses are arranged and designed such that the pins of a stabilizing element can engage in the recesses of a further stabilizing element, when the stabilizing elements are arranged and aligned for mutual connection to each other.

In alternative embodiments, the stabilization device may also have a modular design and comprise a plurality of modules of variable composition, in particular stabilization modules and rank modules which can be connected or combined with one another. For example, the stabilization modules can be designed rod-shaped and the rank modules can also be formed, for example, rod-shaped or grid-shaped or in any suitable form. The rank modules can be fastened to the stabilization modules by means of suitable fastening elements. The fasteners are preferably for a variable or adjustable Fastening designed and may be formed, for example in the form of retaining clips or clips, wherein the fastening elements, for example, also integrally formed with the Rank module or may be formed on the Rank module. In these embodiments, the fastening elements thus form a partial section of the rank module. In order to achieve an improved fit of the rank module connected to the stabilization module by means of the fastening elements, the surface of the stabilization module can be contoured, for example, or have rest positions. Alternatively, the surface can be treated accordingly to increase the friction, in particular roughened.

Preferably, the stabilization device is designed to connect at least two or three or four or five containers stacked on top of one another and arranged one above the other. In this embodiment, the stacked containers form two or three or four or five stack levels, with the

Stabilization device extends along its length over the entire stack height, namely continuously through every two or three or four or five stack levels.

Special advantages arise over that two or three or four

Stabilizing devices are provided per container stack, each

Stabilizing device via their connecting portions with each stacked containers of a container stack is engaged. A particularly stable mutual strut of the container of a container stack can be achieved about it. According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention is in the

 Wall of the receiving body of the container formed at least one opening. In a particularly preferred embodiment, the receiving body of the container is formed substantially in the form of a truncated pyramid with a polygonal, in particular rectangular base and comprises each other

subsequent lateral wall sections, wherein an opening is very particularly preferably provided in each wall section. In this way, the container is particularly well suited for use as a planter or planter. The present container system with such containers can thus be stackable

Plant bed to be understood.

Likewise, further openings may be provided in the wall sections or a plurality of openings within a wall section. The shape of the openings can be arbitrary, for example, round, oval, polygonal, arbitrarily symmetrical or irregularly shaped openings are possible. Embodiments are also conceivable in which the wall sections are preformed are such that by breaking out surface portions along the intended perforation, a desired number and / or a desired pattern of apertures can be generated as needed. It goes without saying that even with a continuous wall, one or more openings in the wall can be provided.

Particularly preferred are the openings in an upper, from the ground

facing away from the wall, which connects from above to the container edge portion arranged. Preferably, the breaks through in one of

Container edge section outgoing upper half or in upper two-thirds of the

Wall surface arranged. This has the effect that the area of the wall adjoining the floor is designed to be closed. The inclusion of potting soil or plant granules in the lower area of the receiving space is thereby made possible without running the risk that the potting soil or plant granules is forced out. The apertures preferably occupy an area fraction in a range from 30% to 70%, particularly preferably from 40% to 60% and especially preferably from around 50%, with respect to the surface of the wall or onto the surface of the wall sections, ie , around half of the wall surface is covered by one or more

Openings formed and is thus open to the outside. This will

ensures that sufficient light can penetrate to the plants in the receiving space.

Alternatively, in particularly preferred embodiments, the aperture can be made almost over the entire surface of the wall sections, as long as it is ensured that the reception of a sufficient amount of plant soil or plant granules can be achieved, especially when used as a planter.

Leaf and flower parts of creeping or hanging plants that are planted in a container partially filled with potting soil, can be passed through the opening to the outside. Very special advantages result from the stabilization device, which stacked containers of the

Container stack connects. Since the stabilizing device extends over the height of the container stack and is preferably guided past the opening in the wall, in particular serves a grid-like or frame-like

Stabilization device in this case at the same time as a climbing aid, preferably as a trellis or as a trellis for the guided through the opening to the outside plant parts. Due to the fact that the stabilization device on the

Breakthrough is passed in the wall, the climbing or climbing plant parts can be brought very particularly advantageous in a simple way to the trellis. The stabilization device can be designed, for example, like a ladder and have two longitudinally oriented rods that are substantially vertically oriented in the position of use, as well as a plurality of horizontal transverse rods attached thereto. The connecting sections are preferably formed on the longitudinal bars, for example formed on these or firmly connected to these. By substantially longitudinally extending longitudinal bars is meant herein that the longitudinal bars extend in a direction from top to bottom with respect to a stack of containers, wherein the longitudinal bars may be oriented to an angle in the range of 0 ° to 30 ° to the vertical preferably from 10 ° to 20 °. Likewise, the horizontal cross bars may be oriented so as to enclose with the horizontal an angle in a range of 0 ° to 30 ° or of 10 ° to 20 °. The longitudinal and transverse rods to each other may include substantially any acute angle. For example, include transverse and longitudinal bars at an angle of 30 ° or 60 °. Alternatively, the stabilization device can also be designed as a trellis grid with a plurality of parallel longitudinal bars and a plurality of transverse bars running perpendicular thereto. Likewise, embodiments are possible in which the longitudinal bars run obliquely to each other, wherein the

Stabilization device essentially forms a V-shaped trellis. Also, the stabilization device may be designed as a scissors clasp.

According to an alternative preferred embodiment, the

 Stabilization device may be formed in the form of a frame-like structure, wherein the frame-like structure, for example, a frame and freely and irregularly shaped, disposed within or on the frame supporting and / or design elements. In principle, the stabilizing devices, irrespective of their embodiment, are preferably designed in such a way that they allow a passage from outside into the receiving space of the receiving body.

In particular, in embodiments in which the receiving body is designed in the form of a truncated pyramid with a rectangular base and an opening is provided in each wall section, five in one

Container stack stacked containers are combined with four stabilizing devices, such that a stabilizing device is provided on each of the four sides of the container stack. The containers of the four lower stack levels viewed from the ground may contain trailing plants, the green portion of which is led out through a respective aperture in one wall portion, in each stack level on another side of the container stack. Each plant of the first four stack levels can thus each one

Stabilization device climb or tendons. It goes without saying that containers with higher growing plants in the lowest, first stack level and container with lower plants are arranged in further, upper stack levels. For example, in the topmost stack level, there may be a container of non-climbing plants, such as herbs. In other embodiments, in which the receiving body has an opening in only one or two wall sections, ventilation openings can be formed in the wall, in particular in the further wall sections. A good ventilation of the receiving space is ensured in particular in the interaction of ventilation openings together with the openings in the wall.

The containers can be made of plastic, of wood, of a wooden material, made of

Composite material, be made of cardboard or any combination of said materials. Especially when using cardboard or wood or wood-based material, the material may be particularly preferably coated and preferably provided with a water-impermeable coating. When using the container as a planting or cultivation container, there are further advantages that the containers are made for example of a transparent material. Made of plastic containers can, for example by a

Injection molding process can be produced. Both in the region of the bottom but also in the region of the wall stiffeners in the form of ribs or the like may be formed.

On the outside of the wall of the receiving body also web elements may be provided which serve as a stop when nesting the container in the

 Serve non-use state and thereby prevent a setting of the nested containers by too deep slippage. At the bottom of the container may additionally be provided a positioning edge, with particular advantages result if at the same time in the region of the container edge portion or in the stack elements, if they are arranged above the receiving body, a groove for receiving the

Stellrandes is formed. Especially with truncated pyramidal receiving bodies edges and corners can be chamfered and / or rounded. Particular advantages result from the fact that the edges in the connection areas of

Wall sections are chamfered and are provided with a concave curvature, since about it, for example, water directed or run outside can run off.

In order to effectively prevent the accumulation of waterlogging, in particular when using the containers as planting containers, at least one drainage opening is provided in the region of the bottom of each container of the container system. Under a arranged in the region of the bottom drainage opening is understood here, the drainage opening is arranged in the floor or at a transition from the floor to the wall or in a section of the wall adjoining the floor, which immediately follows the transition between the floor and the wall. A drainage opening arranged at the transition from the floor to the wall can thus also have two opening sections, a first opening section being formed in the floor and a second opening section being formed in the wall. Advantageously, the bottom of the receiving body for receiving the liquid present in the receiving space and for guiding the liquid received in the direction of the at least one drainage opening is formed. Thereby, a discharge or discharge of the liquid from the receiving space is particularly advantageously possible. For example, the

Drainage hole be designed and arranged so that the exiting

Liquid is discharged from the receiving space that they either outside, preferably guided, flows off the container stack or that they are introduced into containers which are arranged below in the container stack and is guided along an inner side of the wall in the receiving space of the container down.

Particularly preferably, at least one of the stacking elements has a drainage channel which is designed to receive and discharge liquid. Due to the formed in the region of the bottom of the receiving body drainage opening in connection with the particular design of the soil and preferably in

Interaction with the drainage channels of the stacking elements can in

Use state of the container system very particularly advantageous discharge of liquid or drainage done. The collecting in the receiving space liquid, such as excess irrigation water is thereby passed to the at least one drainage and can escape there accordingly, the at least one drainage channel at least one stacking element, at least in the use position of the container system, is arranged so that from a

Drainage emerging fluid directly into the drainage channel and can be derived via this. Preferably, the at least one drainage opening and the at least one drainage channel of one or more containers (s) for discharging the liquid present in the receiving space act together.

Preferably, the receiving body has a plurality of drainage openings, wherein the drainage openings provided are arranged adjacent to the wall in the ground or formed in a connection region of the wall to the floor. In the arrangement and distribution of the drainage holes is only

ensure that each drainage opening cooperates in the position of use of the container with a drainage channel of a stacking element and therefore leakage liquid is correspondingly collected in a drainage channel. The drainage holes are for example in the form of simple holes formed and can have a variety of cross-sectional shapes, such as round, oval or polygonal cross-sectional shapes or slit-shaped. The size or cross-sectional area of the drainage openings is preferably many times smaller than the area of the floor, so that the total area of all the drainage openings occupies, for example, only a fraction of the floor area.

Particular advantages arise when the floor is arched. Additively or alternatively, the bottom may preferably also be inclined. By means of an inclined or curved design of the floor, it can be ensured, for example, that the liquid or moisture present in the receiving space, which precipitates or collects on the floor, flows in the direction of the wall and is received at least in sections along the wall. Particularly preferably, the floor has a protruding in the direction of the receiving space convex curvature. For example, a concavo-convex curved bottom is possible. Depending on the arrangement and position of the drainage openings and a concave curved bottom may be conceivable. In particular, by adjusting the curvature or the inclination with the position of the drainage holes can be a particularly effective

Liquid leakage can be effected from the receiving space.

Particularly preferably, the floor comprises at least two adjoining inclined floor sections, the floor sections adjoining one another at a higher leveling point and each dropping at a predetermined angle of inclination in the direction of the wall to a lower leveling point. In this preferred embodiment of the floor, the number of drainage openings and the number and inclination of the floor sections can be coordinated with one another in such a way that an effective discharge of water takes place.

In alternative embodiments, it is also conceivable that at least one or more drainage openings of a particular container within a

 Container stack to perform closable. For this purpose, for example, simple plugs or closure caps can be provided or regulable closures with an adjustable valve, via which, for example, additionally a drain hose and / or a tap can be connected. In particular, when using the container as a planting or cultivation container, this proves to be advantageous because, for example, an excess of irrigation water from the containers of a container stack derived and in a

For example, unplanted containers can be collected and recycled from there. The collected water can thus also be used, for example, for irrigating other container stacks which are adjacent or which can be reached in the vicinity, for example by using a suitable conduit or transport system for distribution of the collected water is used. For example, a suitably designed hose and / or pumping system can be used for this purpose. It goes without saying that the collected water can be used for irrigation of containers arranged on different levels of the same or other container stacks.

In the same way, it is possible for a container to be so sealed

Dewatering a water reservoir or water supply forms and thus irrigated as the basis for an irrigation system or for an automatic drip ng, set up the other planted container in the container stack or other planted container in adjacent or in the vicinity

Tank stacks to water needs.

In order to achieve a continuous liquid line or water supply in the stackable container system, the stacking elements preferably further comprise a communicating with the drainage channel communicating passage for selectively guided gesa in the drainage channel liquid from a first side of the stacking elements to an opposite second side of the Stacking elements on. The passage is preferably in the form of a funnel-like bore, but may alternatively also be a passage with a substantially polygonal cross-section. For example, the passage in the stacking elements selectively guides and directs the liquid from the drainage channels from an upper side or top surface of the stacking elements, namely, the first side of the stacking elements to a lower side, namely, the second side. Because in one

Container stack the drainage channels of the stacking elements with the

Drainage holes of the same or another container will cooperate with a line of liquid from top to bottom substantially over the

Arranged stacking elements.

Depending on the arrangement of the passage, preferably the funnel-like bore, in the stacking element is therefore a forwarding or guiding the liquid of a

Container to the next below arranged container possible, either in the form that the liquid is introduced into the receiving space of the lower container or discharged on the outside of the wall of the receiving body of the lower container or derived. In particular, when using the container as

Planting tubs result in particular advantages.

For example, it is possible to introduce into the funnel-like bore a hose or a pipe or a drain pipe, wherein the hose or the tube preferably has a flared end over which the hose or tube is sunk in the funnel-like bore sunk. By means of such a hose or Pipe or such a drainpipe, a drainage system can be formed to redirect, for example, the liquid specifically in more containers of a container stack or to collect in other collection containers. Particularly preferably, a targeted, guided, inside liquid flow can be accomplished that at least one fluid channel is provided for guiding liquid, which is arranged on an inner side of the wall facing the receiving space and communicates with the at least one drainage opening, wherein a first End of the fluid channel with the drain hole in communicating communication and a second end of the fluid channel a

Inlet opening for the entry of the liquid has.

Very particular advantages arise from the fact that the passage with the inlet opening of the fluid channel of one or more container (s) for inside leading and discharging of the liquid interacts. A controlled and guided, substantially continuous line of the liquid can be ensured, which in particular when used as a planter the possibility is opened, targeted to catch excess irrigation water or rainwater and

recycle. It can also be a substantially automatic

Drip irrigation ng all containers of a container stack or even neighboring

 Container stacks are realized, and preferably regardless of which stack level the containers are arranged.

Alternatively, it is also possible to derive the water outside the receiving body outside, for example along designated drainage grooves or drainage grooves on an outer surface or outside of the wall. Depending on use and

This embodiment may be advantageous for the overall concept of the container system. Such drain grooves or drain grooves, for example, outside in the corner regions, namely in the region of the adjoining wall sections of

be formed truncated pyramidal receiving bodies. For example, this can be effected by chamfered or rounded or concave corner areas.

In a particularly preferred manner, at least one shelf is also provided in the receiving space, wherein the shelf is formed at a predetermined position in the holder by means of holding webs provided on the wall of the receiving body for this purpose

Recording room is held. For example, it is also possible when using the container as planter, a water-permeable shelf in the

Provide receiving space on which the potting soil or the planting granules is stored. Below the shelf can thereby be created a space in which For example, by closing the drainage holes irrigation water can be collected.

The guide groove is, for example, set up so that interaction with the drainage channels of the stacking elements is possible so that effective drainage can take place over it. It is also possible to additionally provide a sump in which a container or the lowest container of a container stack is turned off. Such a collecting tray is particularly suitable for collecting excess irrigation water and serves as a reservoir for water on

Different types can be removed or promoted. For example, this can be done manually or by using appropriate means and a mechanical or electrical removal. To empty the sump, a valve or tap can be installed at a suitable place or at several points. Further, in preferred embodiments, on the lateral wall, particularly preferably on the outside of the lateral wall, grooves or grooves or grooves are provided which are designed to impact on the wall

Collect precipitation water, collect it and introduce it into the drainage channels of the stacking elements. The grooves or joints or grooves can be designed as an integral part of the receiving body and already as a unit with the

Receiving body made, for example, be formed on the wall.

Alternatively, gutters or grooves or grooves but also be made separately and arranged on suitable connection means or coupling means on the wall of the receiving body or connected thereto.

The stack elements can be pivoted, for example, about a pivot axis or can be displaced in the direction of a displacement axis. Furthermore, the stacking elements can be arranged on an upper side and / or on an underside of the receiving body. For example, the stacking elements can also be attached to the receiving body via a combined pull-out and folding mechanism. In such embodiments, each stack element can preferably by means of suitable

Guide means, for example via telescopic rails or bars or over

Slide rails, be mounted on the receiving body, that it is in

Non-use state along the wall of the receiving body, preferably arranged on the inside of the wall and can be expanded by a pull-folding movement. For example, in addition to the receiving body for each

Stacking element may be provided a kind of pocket or a loading or insertion section into or into which the stacking element can slip in the non-use state.

In the present case, movably arranged stacking elements also mean that the stacking elements are detachably fastened to the receiving body. The Stacking elements can be inserted in particular in designated pockets or insertion or insertion sections of the receiving body, if the container is in the non-use state. According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention are at the

Upper side of the receiving body provided two strip-shaped stacking elements, each strip-shaped stacking element has two arranged in the region of its end regions drainage channels. The strip-shaped stack elements are particularly preferably formed pivotable. In particularly preferred embodiments, the provided on the top, pivotable stacking elements can be dimensioned so that they form a cover at the same time. For example, either two stack elements can cooperate here in order to jointly cover the upper-side opening of the receiving body or a stacking element has dimensions adapted to the geometry of the upper-side opening in order to form a cover.

According to an alternative preferred embodiment, at least two, preferably four slidably formed on the underside of the receiving body

Stacking elements provided, for example, each stacking element may each have a drainage channel.

On the receiving body provided additional grip elements or carrying handles can serve as well as the stack elements as gripping means to carry the container. According to a preferred embodiment, in particular when using the stackable container as a plant container in the region of the receiving body at least one light source or a lighting arrangement is provided, which (s) is equipped with its own power supply or with a connection device for connection to an external power supply. The at least one light source or the

Illuminant arrangement can be arranged in the receiving space of the receiving body or on the outside of the receiving body or on an upper side of the receiving body, such that, for example, the receiving space can be illuminated.

The at least one luminous means or the luminous means arrangement is preferably designed to emit a light having a wavelength which promotes plant growth, and is preferably controllable in such a way that the light passes over

predetermined periods and / or at predetermined times of the day is emitted.

For example, the luminous means or the luminous means arrangement can be regulated so that the light is emitted after sunset or, if a use of the stackable container is provided as a plant container in rooms without natural light, also all-day or periodically with predetermined time intervals. For example, a battery or an accumulator is provided for supplying energy to the luminous means or the luminous means arrangement. Furthermore, a solar panel can be used to supply energy

Combined with a suitable storage device may be provided.

Several juxtaposed or successively arranged container stacks can be connected to each other by means provided for connecting and securing elements and secured against each other. Just connections in which the container stacks are aligned with each other, are just as possible as connections over corner. It is also possible via a suitable design of the connecting and securing elements to allow the connection of containers which are arranged at different height level, for example in different stack levels. Brief description of the drawings

The invention will be explained in more detail with reference to embodiments in conjunction with the drawings. It show Fig. 1 is a side view of one embodiment of a container system according to the present invention;

Fig. 2a is a perspective view of one embodiment of a stabilization device;

Fig. 2b in plan view a schematic representation of an embodiment of a container;

Fig. Figure 3 is a perspective view of one embodiment of a container;

Fig. Figure 4 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of a container; Fig. 5a a section of a stacking element in plan view; Fig. 5b shows the section of the stacking element of FIG. 5a in a perspective view;

Fig. a portion of an alternative embodiment of a stacking element top view; Fig. FIG. 6a is an inside view of the corner region of an embodiment of a container; FIG.

Fig. FIG. 6b shows, in an inside view, the corner region of a further embodiment of the container; FIG.

Fig. Figure 7 is a plan view from above of an embodiment of the container system comprising a plurality of container stacks;

Fig. 8a shows an embodiment of a multipart stabilization device;

Fig. 8b shows an alternative embodiment of a multipart stabilization device;

Fig. 8c shows the connecting region of the stabilization device of FIG. 8a in a longitudinal section along the main axis;

Fig. 9 shows a section through a plug connection of a multipart stabilization device;

Fig. 10a to 10c in a sectional view in each case an embodiment of a

Connector and

Fig. lOd a connector in top view.

Ways to carry out the invention

1 shows a side view of an embodiment of a stackable

Container system 20 according to the present invention. The container system 20 comprises four stackable containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ", which are stacked on one another and one

 Form container stack, wherein the stacked containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" are arranged in stacked stacking levels. The container 1 represents the parked on a substrate first or bottom container 1 of the container stack and is arranged in a first or lowermost stack level. The second container 1 'resting on the lowermost container 1 forms a second stack level and the further container 1 ", Γ" stacked thereon and stacked on top of one another form further, namely a third and fourth stack level.

Each of the containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" has in each case a receiving body 2, which comprises at least one bottom 3 and a side wall 4 rising from the bottom 3, which for reasons of clarity in Figure 1 are not marked, but from the figures 2a, 3 and 4 can be seen. The bottom 3 and the lateral wall 4 of each receiving body 2 define a receiving space 5, for example, for receiving potting soil or plant granules and a plant implanted therein for the

Use of containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" as planters.

For stacking, each container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" on the receiving body 2 movably arranged stacking elements 6, which are movable at least from a first position to a second position, wherein the stacking elements 6 in the first position nesting and in the second Position the stacking of the stackable

Container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" allow. In the stack of containers of FIG. 1 formed from the containers 1, Γ, 1 ", aufeinander" stacked on one another, therefore, all the stack elements 6 are arranged in the second position. The stacking elements 6 will be described in more detail below with reference to FIGS. 3 to 5c.

For the stabilizing connection of all container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" arranged in the container stack, at least one grid-like stabilizing device 15 equipped with a plurality of connecting sections 16 is provided, the exemplary container system 20 of Figure 1 comprising four such stabilizing devices 15, of which three are visible in the figure 1. Each container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" has in a container edge portion 1a via corresponding connecting regions 17 in the form of recesses (not visible in FIG. 1, see FIG. 2b) for one

positive engagement of the connecting portions 16 of the stabilizing device 15, wherein each stabilizing device 15 in the connected state by means of the plurality of connecting portions 16 with each container stack arranged in the container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" is engaged.

FIGS. 2 a and 2 b show a stabilizing device 15 and a container 1 in a state separated from each other, the stabilizing device 15 being shown in perspective and the container 1 in a plan view from above. The elongated stabilizing device 15 has a main axis HA which is oriented vertically in the position of use and has a substantially ladder-like design, the

Stabilization device 15 comprises two mutually parallel and extending in the direction of the main axis HA longitudinal bars 15a and a plurality of parallel, perpendicular to the longitudinal bars 15a extending transverse rods 15b includes. The stabilization device 15 of the illustrated example has a total of six connecting portions 16, which are arranged in pairs at different heights relative to the main axis HA and are fastened or integrally formed on the longitudinal bars 15a. The connecting sections 16 are designed to engage in the containers 1, 1, 1 ", 6" of a container stack, in which case in the containers 1, 1, 1 ", 8", namely in a respective container edge section 1a, corresponding connecting regions 17 in the form of recesses for the engagement of the connecting sections 16 are formed.

The connecting portions 16 are partially formed in the form of pins, so that the pins can be positively received in the example formed as blind holes, through holes or openings corresponding recesses 17 of the container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ". The stabilizing device 15 of FIG. 2a is designed to stabilize a stack of containers formed from three containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" stacked on top of each other, each pair of connecting sections 16 for engaging in corresponding recesses 17 of a container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ "is available in each stack level.

The receiving body 2 of the exemplary container 1 according to Figure 2b has a substantially truncated pyramidal shape with a rectangular base. On an upper side of the receiving body 2 are two about a pivot axis SA

pivotable, strip-like stacking elements 6 are arranged, which are aligned in Figure 2b in a stacking permitting second position. The rising from the bottom wall 3 4 is made up of four adjoining

Wall sections 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 together, wherein in each wall section 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, an opening 11 is formed.

In particular, when using the container 1 as a planter serve the

Openings 11 on the one hand the exposure or sufficient light for the plants in the receiving space 5 and on the other hand as an opening to creep or

climbing plant parts through the openings 11 through out of the receiving space 5 to the outside. Very particularly advantageous takes over

 Stabilization device 15 at the same time the function of a trellis or a trellis, since the connected to the containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" a container stack

Stabilization device 15 is passed outside of the openings 11, as can be clearly seen in Figure 1. As a result, the perforations 11 on the outside longitudinal and transverse rods 15a, 15b of the stabilization device 15 upstream, to which the climbing or climbing parts of plants can be brought directly and immediately. The stabilizing device 15 of the container system 20 which serves as a stackable flower or vegetable patch can therefore be regarded in particular as a bifunctional element which has a stabilizing and securing effect on the container stack and at the same time a plant-supporting action.

FIGS. 3 and 4 each show a schematic illustration

Perspective view of an embodiment of a stackable container 1 comprising a receiving body 2 with a bottom 3 and with one of four Wandungsabschnitten 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 existing lateral wall 4, which limits the bottom 3 a receiving space 5 for the male Good. The im

Substantially continuous floor 3 forms a bottom 10 of the

Receiving body 2 and one of the bottom 10 opposite top 9 of the receiving body 2 is open. The stackable container 1 of the illustrated

Examples thus represents an uncovered, open-topped container or a planter.

To allow the stacking of similar stackable container 1, has the

Receiving body 2 movably arranged stacking elements 6, which can be moved from a first position to a second position in which they allow a stacking of similar container 1. In Figures 3 and 4, the stacking elements 6 are shown in their respective second position. In the first position of the stack elements 6, not shown, a nesting of similar container 1 is possible.

The receiving body 2 of the illustrated examples has substantially the shape of a truncated pyramid with a square base, the larger

Base surface of the truncated pyramid is defined by an imaginary top surface at the top 10 and wherein the bottom 3 of the receiving body 2 forms the smaller top surface of the truncated pyramid.

The preferred embodiments of the containers 1 according to FIGS. 3 and 4 are designed, in particular, for preventing waterlogging in the receiving space 5 and for possible improved water guidance and water recycling. For this purpose, the receiving body 2 in the region of the bottom 3 to four drainage holes 7, each of which is formed in each one of the four corners of the bottom 3 and there in each case in a connection region of the wall 4 to the bottom 3. The stacking elements 6 are equipped with drainage channels 8, the drainage channels 8 with the drainage openings 7 of the same or one arranged above, stacked receiving body 2 cooperate. The drainage channels 8 and the

corresponding drainage holes 7 are arranged to each other so that the liquid emerging from the drainage holes 7 directly into the

Drainage channels 8 passes. The drainage channels 8 therefore interact with the drainage openings 7 of the receiving body 2 such that the liquid emerging from the drainage openings 7 can be discharged via the drainage channels 8 in a container stack.

The receiving body 2 shown in Figure 3 has four four on its underside

Stacking elements 6, which are arranged displaceably along a respective displacement axis VA. In the example of FIG. 3, in each wall section 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 each formed an opening. In a container edge portion la corresponding recesses 17 are provided for the engagement of the connecting portions 16 of the stabilizing device 15, wherein at each, one each

Wandungsrandabschnitt 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 corresponding side of the receiving body 2 each have a pair of recesses 17 is arranged.

The receiving body 2 shown in Figure 4 has on its upper side 9, two strip-shaped stacking elements 6, which are arranged pivotable about a pivot axis SA. The first defining the front of the receiving body 2

Wall section 4.1 has an opening 11 and in the sides of the

Receiving body 2 forming the second and fourth wall sections 4.2, 4.4 and in the rear wall forming the third wall section 4.3 ventilation openings 12 are formed for improved air circulation in the receiving space 5. Furthermore, the wall sections 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 on their side facing the receiving space 5 each have a plurality of webs 13 for supporting positioning of a shelf.

In the example of FIG. 4, the floor 3 comprises four adjoining inclined floor sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, the inclined floor sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 being arranged relative to one another such that the floor 3 is in an area around the center point has a higher level and has a lower level at each of the four corners. Each of the bottom sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 each falls at a predetermined angle of inclination from the higher level in the middle toward a corner toward the lower level. An existing in the receiving space 5

Moisture or liquid is thus conducted due to the design of the bottom 3 in the direction of the drainage openings 7.

FIGS. 5a, 5b and 5c illustrate particularly preferred embodiments of the stacking elements 6, which further comprise one with the drainage channel 8 in FIG

communicating connection standing passage 18 in the form of a funnel-like bore for selectively guiding the liquid collected in the drainage channel from a first side 6a of the stack elements 6 to an opposite second side 6b of the stack elements 6 has. The stacking element 6 of FIGS. 5a and 5b is an example of a stacking element 6 displaceable along the displacement axis VA, which is preferably attached to the underside 10 of a container 1 and which

Stacking element 6 of Figure 5c is an example of a about the pivot axis SA

pivotable strip-shaped stacking element 6, which is preferably attached to the top 9 of a container 1.

The funnel-like bore 18 in the stack elements 6 causes, for example, a targeted guiding and guiding the liquid from the drainage channels 8 of a upper side or upper surface of the stack elements, namely the first side 6a of the stack elements 6 to a lower side, namely the second side 6b. Since in a container stack the drainage channels 8 of the stack elements 6 with the

Dewatering 7 of the same or another container 1, Γ, 1 ", zusammen" cooperate is a conduit of liquid from top to bottom essentially mediated via the stack elements 6. Depending on the arrangement of the funnel-like bore 18 in the stacking element 6 is therefore a forwarding or guiding the liquid from a container 1 'to the next below arranged container 1 possible, either in the form that the liquid in the receiving space 5 of the lower container Introduced or discharged on the outside of the wall 4 of the receiving body 2 of the lower container 1. In particular, when using the container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" as planter resulting in particular advantages.

It is also possible, for example, to introduce into the passage 18, in particular a funnel-like bore, a hose or a pipe or a drain pipe, wherein the hose or pipe preferably has a widening end over which the hose or pipe in the funnel-like Bore 18 sunk sunk. By means of such a hose or tube or such a drainpipe, a drainage system can be formed in order, for example, to redirect the liquid specifically into further containers of a container stack or to collect it in other collecting containers.

Figures 6a and 6b show in an inside view of a corner region of the receptacle 2 each have a preferred embodiment of a container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" with an on the receiving space 5 facing inside of the wall 4 arranged fluid channel 19 for targeted guidance and management of liquid. The fluid channel 19 is connected to a first end with the drainage opening 7 in

communicating connection and has at a second end in the

Receiving space 5 projecting inlet opening 19.1 for the entry of liquid.

In the example of Figure 6a, a shelf is additionally provided, of which only a portion is indicated. The shelf is, for example, water or

liquid permeable and is trained by means of it, on the wall 4 of the

Receiving body 2 provided webs 13 (see Figure 4) or provided holding lugs or ribs at a predetermined position in the receiving space 5, wherein the shelf forms a substantially parallel to the bottom 3 and spaced from this extending insertion plane. The fluid channel 19 covers with its one end the (not visible in Figure 6a) drainage opening 7 in the region of the bottom 3 and extends from the bottom 3 toward the top 9 of the receiving body 2, in such a way that the fluid channel 19 upwards protrudes over the level of insertion and the inlet opening 19.1 of the fluid channel 19 is arranged above the shelf. In this exemplary embodiment, for example, water can collect up to the height of the inlet opening 19.1 of the fluid channel 19 and thus substantially to just above the shelf. As soon as the liquid level reaches the height of the inlet opening 19.1, the water or the liquid passes through the inlet opening 19.1 into the fluid channel 19 and from there through the drainage opening 7 out of the receiving body 2. The fluid channel 19 can be understood as an overflow tunnel in these embodiments. Preferably, in each corner of a container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" with a substantially rectangular basic shape, a fluid channel 19 is arranged.

In the example shown in FIG. 6b, the interaction of the passage 18 in the stacking element 6 with the fluid channel 19 of the container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" for guiding and discharging the liquid on the inside is illustrated. Liquid that is in the

Drainage channel 8 of the stacking element 6 collects, can be introduced via the passage 18 into the receiving space 5 of the receiving body 2, wherein the passage 18 is preferably arranged so that the liquid along the receiving space 5 facing inside of the wall 4 in the corner region in which the

Wall sections 4.2, 4.3 adjoin one another, penetrates into the receiving space 5 or is introduced and finally penetrates via the inlet opening 19.1 in the fluid channel 19. From there, the liquid is guided in the direction of the drainage opening 7 in the region of the bottom 3 and leaves through this the receiving body 2.

In a container stack thus a path for the liquid, for example, for excess irrigation water or rainwater is determined by the liquid after exiting the drainage opening 7 of a container 1 "on the

 Drainage channel 8 of a container 1 arranged below 'is received and from there further into its receiving space 5 is introduced. Thus, from the top to the bottom container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" a continuous liquid line or a flow channel can be effected from top to bottom, wherein the liquid is guided substantially within the receiving body 2, so that contamination in the outer region of the wall 4 of the container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" can be effectively avoided. Alternatively, it is also possible to drain the water outside the receiving body 2 on the outside, for example along drain grooves provided for this purpose on an outer surface or outer side of the wall 4. Depending on the use and configuration, this can be advantageous for the overall concept of the container system.

FIG. 7 shows a plan view from above of an exemplary embodiment of the container system 20 comprising a plurality of container stacks. Three container stacks of each stacked containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" are in a substantially L-shape

descriptive arrangement behind and next to each other. To the container stacks To connect and secure against each other, are connecting and

Secured elements 14, 14 'are provided. The connecting and securing elements 14 are designed for a straight connection of aligned side by side or stacked container stack whereas the connecting and securing elements 14 'are formed for a corner joint.

The connecting and securing elements 14, 14 'are designed for a holding connection with the container edge portion 1a of containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ", wherein the

Connecting and securing elements 14, 14 'in the same stack level arranged container of container stacks connect together and each with a free

End to a container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" a first container stack and attack with another free end to a arranged in the same stack level container 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" another container stack. In this way, the container system 20 may be particularly advantageously used in a wall or wall-like arrangement and form a kind of partition or screen. A planted container system 20 forms very particularly advantageous a greened such separation or

Privacy wall. As a result of the mutual securing of the individual container stacks, such an arrangement is stable and stable, and in particular can withstand the oncoming wind well.

With suitable design of the connection and securing elements 14, 14 ', the connection of containers 1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" can be ensured at u nterschiedlichen height levels. For example, it is advantageously possible, certain

To compensate for unevenness or height tolerances in the standing area of the adjacent container stack. Preferably, the connection and securing elements 14, 14 'are designed to be adjustable.

As shown in Figures 8a-c and 9, the stabilizing device 15 may be formed of several parts and of several, connectable with each other

Stabilization elements 15 \ 15 "are to be aligned, which are aligned along the main axis HA in a subsequent arrangement .In particular, the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15" as variable to be arranged and to be connected to rank elements to understand. In the illustrated examples according to FIGS. 8a to 8c, the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15 "are designed with tap portions, in such a way that the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15" are connected via a

Clamping region 21 can be connected in a holding manner with each other. The tap area 21 is shown enlarged in FIG. 8c.

In order to form a holding tap area 21, each stabilizing element 15 'is 15 "in a lower end area of the respective longitudinal bars 15a 15a" with pins and The pins and recesses are arranged and configured in such a way that the pins of the longitudinal bars 15a 'of the first stabilizing element 15' are inserted into the recesses of the longitudinal bars 15a "of the second stabilizing element 15". can intervene, provided that the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15 "in the direction of

 Main axis HA are arranged for mutual connection to each other and aligned. The pins and recesses provided for connecting the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15 "can be arranged in different ways on the longitudinal bars 15a \ 15a". In the example of Figure 8a, the arrangement is such that the longitudinal bars 15a "of the second stabilizing element 15" in the connected state laterally offset from the longitudinal bars 15a 'of the first

Stabilization element 15 'and that offset to the same side, are arranged. Alternatively, the arrangement in the example of FIG. 8b is such that the longitudinal bars 15a "of the second stabilizing element 15" are offset in opposite directions laterally to the longitudinal bars 15a 'of the first stabilizing element 15' and thus virtually surround or enclose them.

Alternatively, the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15 "can also be connected to each other by holding a plug connection shown in Figure 9. For example, the longitudinal bars 15a \ 15a" of each stabilizing element 15 \ 15 "are at a lower end with a plug section 22 and at an upper end with a

Socket portion 23 equipped and formed such that the plug portion 22 of the first stabilizing element 15 'in the socket portion 23 of the second

The bushing section 23 advantageously has a latching recess 24 for latchingly receiving a latching lug 25 provided on the plug section 22, so that a latching connection is also formed when the plug connection is produced SL, for example, different stability requirements in the connection of the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15 "are met.

The cross-sectional shapes of the longitudinal bars 15a \ 15a "of the stabilizing elements 15 \ 15" can be designed differently and can for example be polygonal, triangular, rectangular, round, oval or star-shaped. In particular, in such stabilizing elements 15 \ 15 ", which are connected via a connector holding each other, of course, the cross-sectional shapes are coordinated, in such a way that the socket portion 23, in particular a

Socket opening in the socket section 23, for the positive reception of the

Plug portion 22 has a matched to the cross section of the corresponding connector portion 22 cross-section. In FIGS. 10a to 10d, the connection section 16 of FIGS

Stabilizing device 15 forming, manufactured separately and at the

Stabilization device 15 to be fastened connector 16.1 shown, in each case separately from the stabilizing device 15, namely in one

Unconnected state with the stabilization device 15th

FIGS. 10a to 10c respectively show different embodiments of such a connecting piece 16.1 in a configuration cooperating with the container edge section 1a of a container 1 in a respective sectional view in vertical section in the direction of the main axis indicated in FIG

Stabilizing Device 15. FIG. 10d shows a top view of a corresponding connecting piece 16.1. The connecting piece 16.1 forming the connecting portion 16 acts with the connecting piece 16.1

 Connecting portion 17 in the container edge portion la of the container 1 to form a positive connection together, as has already been described in detail above. In the embodiment variant according to FIG. 10 a, a pin is provided for this purpose, which is inserted in a connecting region 17 in the form of a through-hole

Container edge portion la intervenes. According to the alternative embodiments of

FIGS. 10b and 10c, the connecting pieces 16.1 are designed such that they embrace a preferably profiled connecting region 17 in the container edge portion 1a, wherein the example of FIG. 10c has a movably mounted, displaceable stop element 26 for adapting a width or a clear width. The

Connecting pieces 16.1 therefore also assume an adapter function, via which the stabilizing device 15 can be matched or adapted to different containers 1 and / or via which, for example, a distance between the stabilizing device 15 and the outside of the wall 4 of the container 1 can be adjusted. The connecting piece 16.1 can be fastened to the stabilizing device 15 via an intended fastening section 16a, wherein the fastening section 16a can be designed, for example, in the form of a clamping device, a clip, a clip or the like, with which the connecting piece can be clamped to a preferably rod-shaped stabilizing device 15 can. The attachment of the connecting piece 16.1 to the stabilizing device 15 can thus be made variable, whereby the connecting portions 16 freely adjustable or

slidable or interchangeable and can be variably adapted to different container shapes and sizes. Although not shown in the figures, however, according to an alternative preferred embodiment, the stabilizing device 15 may also be modular and, in particular, may be composed in a variable manner of stabilizing and ranking modules. In this case, for example, two elongated, rod-shaped stabilization modules can be provided on each side of a container stack, which are inserted through correspondingly provided in the container edge portions la of stacked containers 1, ", 1", Γ "through holes, the through holes the connecting portion 17 and the corresponding in the through holes

recorded lengths of stabilization modules the respective

Form connecting sections 16. At this so attached to the containers of the container stack or extending through the respective edge portions

Stabilization modules can then, as required - in the desired number and at the desired position - the Rank modules, which are formed for example as cross bars or as a grid, are fastened by means of fastening elements. When

Fastening elements are particularly suitable holding clips or clips, or snap closures with film hinges, which, for example, both to the

Rank modules can be fixed as well as on the stabilization modules or preferably formed on the Rankmodulen.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1, Γ, 1 ", Γ" container

la tank edge section

 2 receiving body

 3 floor

 3.1 - 3.4 Floor sections

 4 wall

 4.1 - 4.4 Wall sections

 5 recording room

 6 stacking element

 6a first side of the stacking element

6b second side of the stacking element

7 drainage opening

 8 drainage channel

 9 top

 10 bottom

 11 opening

 12 ventilation opening

 13 footbridge

14, 14 ^λ connection and Sicherungsseiemi

15 stabilization device

 15 \ 15 "stabilizing elements

 15a longitudinal bars

 15a \ 15a "longitudinal bars

 15b cross bars

 15b \ 15b "Crossbars

 16 connecting section

 16.1 Connector

 16a attachment section

 17 recess

 18 passage

 19 fluid channel

 19.1 Inlet opening

 20 container system

 21 tapping section

 22 plug section

 23 socket section

 24 recess

25 latch 26 stop element

HA Main axis SA Swivel axis SL Plug length VA Displacement axis

Claims

claims Stackable container system (20) comprising at least two stackable containers (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") each having a receiving body (2) having at least one bottom (3) and a side wall (4) rising from the bottom (3). wherein the bottom (3) and the lateral wall (4) delimit a receiving space (5) and wherein the receiving body (2) is arranged such that both a Stacking into each other and stacking the at least two stackable container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") is possible, characterized in that for the stabilizing connection of all stacked in a container stack container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1'" ) at least one with a plurality of connecting portions (16) equipped stabilizing device (15) is provided and that each container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") in a container edge portion (la) corresponding Connection areas (17) for a positive connection with the Connecting portions (16) of the stabilizing device (15), wherein the stabilizing device (15) in the connected state by means of the plurality of connecting portions (16) with each container stack arranged in the container (1) is engaged and in that the container (1, Γ, 1 ", Γ") are designed and set up as planters for planting plants, the Stabilization device (15) at the same time a rank aid for in the Planting containers forms growing plants. Stackable container system (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that the receiving body (2) has movably arranged stacking elements (6) and the stacking elements (6) are movable at least from a first position to a second position, wherein the stacking elements (6) in the first position that Stacking the container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") and in the second position, the stacking of the container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1'") allow. Stackable container system (20) according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the corresponding connecting regions (17) in the form of recesses or depressions or profilings or projections in the Container edge portion (la) of the container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") are formed. Stackable container system (20) according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the connecting portions (16) of the stabilizing device (15) in the form of pins and the corresponding connecting portions (17) in the container edge portion (la) of the container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") as blind holes or Through holes or apertures are formed, wherein the Stabilizing device (15) is formed lattice-like and / or frame-like. Stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the stabilizing device (15) is designed to at least two, three, four, five or even more stacked and stacked containers (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") to connect with each other. Stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the stabilizing device (15) is formed in several parts and a plurality of firmly interconnected stabilizing elements (15 \ 15 ") and / or that the stabilizing device (15) is modular and comprising variable composable stabilization modules. Stackable container system (20) according to claim 6, characterized in that the plurality of stabilizing elements (15 \ 15 ") are connectable to each other via plug connections, wherein the stabilizing elements (15 \ 15") each having at least one plug portion (22) and a socket portion (23 ) and are formed such that the plug portion (22) of a first Stabilization element (15 ') in the socket portion (23) of another Stabilizing element (15 ") can be inserted. A stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that two or three or four stabilizing devices (15) are provided, each stabilizing device (15) being provided over its Connecting portions (16) with each stacked containers (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") of a container stack is engaged. Stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in the wall (4) of the receiving body (2) of the container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") at least one opening (11) is formed. Stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the receiving body (2) of the container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") is formed substantially in the form of a truncated pyramid with a polygonal, in particular rectangular base and comprises adjoining lateral wall sections (4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4). A dripable container system (20) according to claim 10, characterized in that in each wall section (4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4) an opening (11) is provided, wherein the openings (11) in a bottom (3) facing away from the upper Wall sections (4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4) are arranged. Stackable container system (20) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on an inner side of the wall (4) of the container (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") webs (13) are provided, which starting from the bottom ( 3) over a partial region of the wall (4) upwards in the direction of  Container edge portion (la) extend, wherein the webs (13) are formed for supporting support of an intermediate bottom. Stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that in the region of the bottom (3) at least one  Drainage opening (7) is provided, wherein the bottom (3) of the  Receiving body (2) for receiving the liquid present in the receiving space (5) and for guiding the liquid received in the direction of at least one drainage opening (7) is formed. Stackable container system (20) according to claim 13, characterized in that at least one of the stacking elements (6) has a drainage channel (8), which is designed for receiving and discharging liquid and that the at least one drainage opening (7) with the at least one  Drainage channel (8) of one or more container (s) (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") for deriving the liquid present in the receiving space (5) co-operate. Stackable container system (20) according to claim 13 or 14, characterized  in that the receiving body (2) has a plurality of drainage openings (7) which are arranged adjacent to the wall (4) in the floor (3) and / or in a connection area of the wall (4) to the floor (3). 16. A stackable container system (20) according to claim 14 or 15, characterized  characterized in that the stacking elements (6) further having a Drainage channel (8) in communicating connection passage (18) for selectively guiding the liquid collected in the drainage channel (8) from a first side (6a) of the stack elements (6) to an opposite second side (6b) of the stack elements (6) , 17. A stackable container system (20) according to any one of claims 13 to 16, characterized in that the receiving body (2) at one of the receiving space (5) facing the inside of the wall (4) at least one with the at least one drainage opening (7) in communicating Connecting fluid channel (19) for guiding the liquid, wherein a first end of the fluid channel (19) with the drainage opening (7) is in communicating connection and a second end of the fluid channel (19) has a Eingangsöffnu ng (19.1) for the entry of the liquid. Stackable container system (20) according to claim 17, characterized in that the passage (18) with the inlet opening (19.1) of the fluid channel (19) of one or more container (s) (1, Γ, 1 ", 1 '") to the inside Guiding and draining the liquid interacts. 19. A stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims 2 to 18, characterized in that the stack elements (6) about a pivot axis (SA) are pivotable or displaceable along a displacement axis (VA), wherein in particular on a top (9) of the receiving body (2) two pivotable strip-shaped stack elements (6) are provided or on a bottom (10) of the receiving body (2) four slidably formed stacking elements (6) are arranged. Stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that additionally connecting and securing elements (14, 14 ') are provided which are adapted to connect juxtaposed container stack and secure against each other. 21. A stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims,  characterized in that in addition a cup or trough-like  Collection container is provided. 22. A stackable container system (20) according to any one of the preceding claims,  characterized in that the connecting portions (16) of the  Stabilization device (15) by separately manufactured, with the  Stabilization device (15) connected to connecting pieces (16.1) are formed. 23. A stackable container system (20) according to claim 22, characterized in that the connecting pieces (16.1) are arranged displaceably on the stabilizing device (15). 24. Stackable container system (20) according to claim 22 or 23, characterized  characterized in that the connecting pieces (16.1) are interchangeable and / or are designed for use as an adapter element.