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    The invention relates to a hoof rasp (1) for filing/rasping and tidying the hoof of a horse, comprising at least one rasping side provided with a rasping section (2) with length L and width W between a rasp-free first and second end (3, 4) over a respective length L1 and L2, whereby the first end (3) tapers into a tang (5) intended for a handle and the second end (4) is for holding the hoof rasp (1), whereby the rasping section (3), toward the second end (4), comprises a narrowed area (6). The invention also relates to a method for filing/rasping a hoof with such a hoof rasp.
    公开号:EP3692790A1
    申请号:EP20156160.2
    申请日:2020-02-07
    公开日:2020-08-12
    发明作者:Michiel Petrus M. KERCKHAERT
    申请人:Kerckhaert Hoefijzerfabriek BV；
    IPC主号:B23D71-00
    专利说明:
    [0001] The present invention relates to a hoof rasp, more specifically a flat oblong hoof rasp.
    [0002] When a hoof grows it needs to be shortened with farrier nippers, filed and smoothed with a hoof rasp (referred to as rasp in short).
    [0003] A rasp has a rasping side for removing hoof material and a filing side for smoothing or finishing the hoof.
    [0004] Such known rasp has a constant width and at the one end a narrow tang over which a handle can be slid. The other end is held with the other hand during rasping.
    [0005] On both flat sides of the rasp there are rasping and filing sections which are provided with rasping and filing teeth respectively Rasping is done before the horseshoe is fitted. A disadvantage of rasping is that it takes some strength to initiate or start rasping.
    [0006] Teeth are also provided on the sides of the rasp. The teeth are usually only provided on the level of the rasping section, there where they perform their function. The side is used to file/rasp the hoof on the level of the connection with the horseshoe after the horseshoe is fitted.
    [0007] Typically, a rasp is made of a robust steel core and hardened teeth such that the rasp does not break easily. Consequently a rasp has a certain weight. On the one hand this weight is required for the quality feeling. On the other hand the weight may not be too high either. The weight needs to be balanced to be able to apply force on the rasp and get the mass moving.
    [0008] A traditional rasp, such as shown in figure 1 for example, has a certain width and thickness over a particular length.
    [0009] Wider rasps also exist, such as the rasp shown in figure 2. However, the disadvantages are the higher weight and the extra physical strength that is needed. Such rasps don't 'run' that well.
    [0010] Yet another type of rasp is also a slightly wider rasp, such as for example shown in figure 3 with the same length as a traditional rasp. However, to compensate the weight this rasp is slightly thinner. Indeed, too heavy a weight is a disadvantage in terms of ease of use after all. The advantage of such a rasp is that there are more teeth such that a higher productivity is obtained while the weight is practically the same. Flat rasping/filing with a wider rasp is also easier. Such rasps sell well.
    [0011] The purpose of the present invention (figure 4) is to provide a solution to the aforementioned and other disadvantages.
    [0012] To this end, the invention relates to a hoof rasp for filing/rasping and tidying the hoof of a horse, comprising at least one rasping side provided with a rasping section with length L and width W between a rasp-free first and second end over a respective length L1 and L2, whereby the first end tapers into a tang intended for a handle and the second end is for holding the hoof rasp, whereby the rasping section, toward the second end, comprises a narrowed area with a length Lx and a width Wx which is less than the width W.
    [0013] The advantages are that the rasp has a softer initial stroke. Because fewer teeth are provided, the rasp gets stuck less and it's easier to start rasping. Once rasping has started, rasping can be done on the wider most productive middle part, such that rasping can be done optimally. Once the rasping has picked up speed, more and intensive work in the middle part can be done. This is also a natural way of working.
    [0014] By combining a soft initial stroke in the front part of the rasp and a productive central part in full width, the rasp as a whole is more productive and requires less physical strength.
    [0015] By the combination of a narrow front part and a wide central part the weight of the rasp is comparable to a wide thinner rasp.
    [0016] In a certain embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the teeth of the rasping section in the narrowed area with length Lx are finer than the teeth on the rasping section in the area with length L-Lx. Consequently, the initial stroke can be even softer.
    [0017] However, this is not necessary. The rasping section can also be made with one type of toothing over both the initial stroke section and the fast section.
    [0018] The hoof rasp is further provided with a filing side.
    [0019] In a preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention, the hoof rasp is provided with teeth over the area with length L-Lx on at least one side, and preferably on both sides, this is the fast rasping section. Indeed, only the side of this section has functionality.
    [0020] In yet another preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention, the rasping section comprises two adjoining areas whereby a first "fast" area has a constant width W and a length L-Lx, and a second narrowed or "initial stroke" area a constant width Wx which is less than W and a length Lx.
    [0021] In a certain embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the teeth are provided over the full width of the rasping section. However, the teeth of the rasping section can also stop at a (small) distance from the edge.
    [0022] In a preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the length Lx of the narrowed "initial stroke" area is less than the length L-Lx. The start of the rasping is slightly more intense and requires slightly more energy, such that the rasping is done best over a shorter distance.
    [0023] In a preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention, the width Wx is symmetrically divided relative to the longitudinal centre line of the hoof rasp. This stimulates a stable grip. The narrowed "initial stroke" area could possibly also be made asymmetrically.
    [0024] In a specific embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the thickness of the hoof rasp is 4.5 mm.
    [0025] In yet another specific embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the total length of the hoof rasp is 426 mm.
    [0026] In yet another specific embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the initial stroke area has a width Wx equal to a traditional width of 44.5 mm.
    [0027] In yet another specific embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the width W is approximately 53 mm.
    [0028] In a preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention, the width W is at least 15% more and maximum 28% and preferably 20% more than the width Wx.
    [0029] In yet another preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention, the second end has a width W2 equal to the width Wx.
    [0030] In another preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the first end comprises a narrower part with a width W1 which is less than the width W.
    [0031] Preferably, the width W1 gradually becomes less over the length L1. Preferably, the width W1 is 32.5 mm.
    [0032] In a preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention the width W1 is at least 27% less than the width Wx.
    [0033] The invention also relates to a method for rasping a hoof with a hoof rasp as described above, comprising the following steps: a) initiating the rasping via the narrowed area Wx with length Lx; and b) continuing the rasping via the wider area W with length L-Lx.
    [0034] With the intention of better showing the characteristics of the invention, a preferred embodiment of a hoof rasp according to the invention is described hereinafter, by way of an example without any limiting nature, with reference to the accompanying drawings wherein:figure 1 schematically shows a top view of a known traditional hoof rasp; figure 2 schematically shows a top view of a known extra wide hoof rasp; figure 3 schematically shows a top view of a known wide thinner hoof rasp; and figure 4 schematically shows a top view of a hoof rasp according to the invention.
    [0035] A traditional hoof rasp 1, as shown for example in figure 1, has a width W of 44.5 mm and a total length of 426 mm. The thickness D of the rasp is 5 mm.
    [0036] The top view shows a rasping side provided with a rasping section 2 with length L and width W between a rasp-free first and second end 3, 4 over a respective length L1 and L2, whereby the first end 3 tapers into a narrow tang 5 over which a handle is slid. The second end 4 is suitable to hold with the other hand during filing or rasping.
    [0037] Teeth 10 are provided over the length L of the rasping section 2 on the side 9 of the rasp 1.
    [0038] Figure 2 shows an extra wide hoof rasp 1 that sells well but has a higher weight. In essence this oblong hoof rasp 1 has the same form as the hoof rasp 1 of figure 1. However, the rasp 1 of figure 2 is 57 mm wide for the same length and thickness D.
    [0039] Figure 3 shows yet another known wide hoof rasp 1 of 50 mm wide. However, the rasp 1 is thinner than the two previous rasps, with a thickness D of 4.5 mm. This rasp 1 is thus lighter but has a slightly less wide rasping side.
    [0040] Figure 4 shows a hoof rasp 1 according to the invention. This rasp 1 combines the advantages of known rasps, i.e. an acceptable weight and a rasping section 2 that is wide enough for a sufficient productivity. However, the rasp according to the invention also provides for a soft initial stroke 6 when rasping/filing thanks to the narrower initial stroke part 6 of the rasp. Once the rasping has picked up speed, the wider central rasping section 7 can be used. The narrower parts 6, 11 of the rasp 1 in the right places also keep the weight under control. The rasp 1 also has a stable feel in the hand during rasping.
    [0041] The rasp 1 has the same total length of 426 mm as the aforementioned rasps. The central rasping section 7 of the rasp is more on the wide side with its approximately 53 mm. This width lies between that of the known rasps of figure 2 and 3.
    [0042] The second end 4 (further from the handle) of the rasp 1 is narrower (44.5 mm) for a soft initial stroke. This is the width of a traditional rasp 1 of figure 1.
    [0043] When the rasping speed has picked up sufficiently after starting to rasp, a switch to the central rasping section 7 is carried out. This is also called the "area to speed up". This wider rasping section 7 has a width of at least 15% and maximum 28% and preferably more than 20% of the width of the narrower rasping section 6.
    [0044] Still according to the invention, the section (first end) 3, 11 between the rasping section 2 and the tang 5 for the handle is made narrower. In this example this occurs gradually. Consequently it is possible to save on the weight. The width of the narrower part is 32.5 mm or amounts to 27% less than the width Wx.
    [0045] To save even more weight, the rasp is thin with a thickness of 4.5 mm.
    [0046] Such rasp 1 according to the invention is called a "hybrid rasp".
    [0047] As shown on figure 4, the rasping section 2 (the part provided with "rasping" teeth) has a length L and a width W. The rasping section 2 is located between a rasp-free first and second end 3, 4.
    [0048] The first end 3 has a length L1 and a width W1. The first end 3 tapers into a gradually narrowing tang 5 for a handle (handle not drawn on the figure).
    [0049] The second end 4 has a length L2 and a width W2. The effective end 12 of the rasp 1 is slightly curved.
    [0050] The narrowed "initial stroke" rasping section 6 has a width Wx and a length Lx. According to the invention Wx is less than W. The length Lx of the initial stroke section is approximately 1/4 or 1/5 of the length L-Lx of the "fast" rasping section 7.
    [0051] In the figure the teeth 8 of the rasping section 2 are provided up against the side of the rasp. The teeth 8 of the rasping section 2 can also stop at a distance from the side.
    [0052] In the figure all teeth 8 of the rasping section 2 have the same form. The teeth 8 of the initial stroke part 6 can possibly be finer or located further away from each other, compared to the teeth 8 of the fast rasping section 7.
    [0053] The side 9 of the fast rasping section 7 is provided with teeth 10. No teeth are provided on the side 9 of the narrower initial stroke part 6 and the two ends 3, 4 and the tang 5.
    [0054] The initial stroke part 6 and the fast rasping section 7 are adjoining or adjacent to each other. In this example the transition 13 from width W to Wx is reasonably short. In another embodiment the transition 13 between the wide 7 and narrow 6 rasping section can be done gradually.
    [0055] In yet another embodiment the initial stroke part 6 can be made conically. In the example of figure 4 the initial stroke part 6 has a constant width Wx.
    [0056] In yet another embodiment the fast rasping section 7 can also become (slightly) narrower toward the end 3 of the handle. This can be advantageous for the weight.
    [0057] The rasp 1 is preferably made symmetrically relative to the longitudinal centre line.
    [0058] The present invention is by no means limited to the embodiment described as an example and shown in the drawing of a hoof rasp 1 according to the invention.
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    [0001] Hoof rasp (1) for filing/rasping and tidying the hoof of a horse, comprising at least one rasping side provided with a rasping section (2) with length L and width W between a rasp-free first and second end (3, 4) over a respective length L1 and L2, whereby the first end (3) tapers into a tang (5) intended for a handle and the second end (4) is for holding the hoof rasp (1), whereby the rasping section (2), toward the second end (4), comprises a narrowed area (6) with a length Lx and a width Wx which is less than the width W.
    [0002] Hoof rasp (1) according to claim 1, characterised in that the teeth (8) of the rasping section (2) in the narrowed area (6) with length Lx are finer than the teeth (8) on the rasping section (2) in the area (7) with length L-Lx.
    [0003] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the hoof rasp (1) is further provided with a filing side.
    [0004] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the hoof rasp (1) is provided with teeth (10) over the length of the area (7) with length L-Lx on at least one side (9), and preferably on both sides.
    [0005] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the rasping section (2) comprises two adjoining areas (6, 7) whereby a first area (7) has a constant width W and a length L-Lx, and a second narrowed area (6) has a constant width Wx which is less than W and a length Lx.
    [0006] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the teeth (8) are provided over the full width of the rasping section (2).
    [0007] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the length Lx of the narrowed area (6) is less than the length L-Lx of the area (7).
    [0008] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the width Wx of the narrowed area (6) is symmetrically divided relative to the longitudinal centre line of the hoof rasp.
    [0009] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the width W of the area (7) is at least 15% and maximum 28% more and preferably 20% more than the width Wx of the narrowed area (6).
    [0010] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the second end (4) has a width W2 equal to the width Wx of the narrowed area (6).
    [0011] Hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, characterised in that the first end (3) comprises a narrower part (11) with a width W1 which is less than the width W.
    [0012] Hoof rasp (1) according to claim 11, characterised in that the width W1 gradually becomes less over the length L1.
    [0013] Hoof rasp (1) according to claim 11 or 12, characterised in that the width W1 is at least 27% less than the width Wx.
    [0014] Method for rasping a hoof with a hoof rasp (1) according to one or more of the previous claims, comprising the following steps:
    a) Initiating the rasping with the narrowed area (6) with width Wx and length Lx;
    b) Continuing the rasping with the wider zone (7) with width W and length L-Lx.
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