Patent Publication Number: US-10330325-B2

Title: Wine side fire pit

Description:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION 
     The present invention relates to a multiuse fire pits and fermentation barrels. Previous art only covers one design in the market, whereas my design will assist in filling a gap not yet realized in the changing market. The scope of the design aimed to first fill the needs of the winery&#39;s and local bar&#39;s and pub&#39;s, further to expand into the private market through exposure. The Wine Side is designed to fill the gaps in the market and provide options to grow with the changing market and styles. 
     BACKGROUND 
     A fermentation barrel US611003A is normally not correlated to fire pits or any standard thought of a countertop, heating, or cooking utility. The only current similarity, Wine Barrel Fire Table USD765232S1, has only a design style covered and does not cover the depth, style, and scope of said invention. 
     The common gas or wood alternative fire pit is not constructed of fermentation barrels, and the scope of said design is to fill a gap in the consumer market. The embodiment of the design providing alternative heating, utility, decoration, and other related uses for indoor and outdoor deployment. The barrels will also provide flexibility in deployment customization. 
     SUMMARY 
     It is a fire top fermentation barrel/container, heating/cooking, aesthetically adjustable, portable/fixed, designed for any standard need or environment. 
     It has optional novel feature inserts for surface, space, and design flexibility. The surfaces being quartered out to provide space adjustability being removed or inserted to fit changes in space needs or storage. 
     It has fuel lines that can be adjusted inside of the unit to fit consumer needs. The lines are designed to move fuel through the barrel and contain/s regulated control valve/s. The lines can be adjusted to internal and external fuel sources. The lines untimely leading to the top of the barrel design, providing the fuel to the output burner/burners. 
     It has door/s/removable panel/s to refill or access fuel control and storage. Said feature also to provide safety inspection access for controlled environments&#39; and general consumer safety. 
     It has a novel configurable top burner options and designs to fit setting needs. Whereas to provide a centerpiece design for providing aesthetics for the environment and/or warming/cooking surface for consumers or consumer&#39;s clients. 
     It has optional installed transportation attachments&#39; and/or handles/gripping surface. This being optionally integrated into the surface attachment slots/ports/connection areas. 
     It also has optional safety or aesthetic covers for the fuel burning surfaces. These said options can be adjusted to fit overall demand and customization of needs. 
     Adding up all the details of said invention would solve a large missing dynamic in the market. Whereas said invention providing flexibility to the consumer and adjustability in the investment of said invention. The consumer can adjust the base unit and add additional pieces as budget and needs change. Said invention would solve barrel use/reuse, consumer current and future needs, fill a gap, and provide growth within the current market. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION 
         FIG. 1  is a basic fermentation fire barrel. This example shows a fire pit burner, container, heat dispersion, barrel, door latching/locking, and basic access panel/door. 
         FIG. 2  Shows a close-up of the securing/reinforcement of the barrel, including an added table insert and door/access panel style type. 
         FIG. 3  reveals the back side of the barrel. Displaying an optional exterior facing key adjustment valve. 
         FIG. 4  is an exploded view of the options fuel system options of the fire barrel. Demonstrating a push button ignition system, cooling airflow layers, and fuel system control. 
         FIG. 5  displays a top view of the fire barrel and its optional leaf inserts in place. 
         FIG. 6  shows two of the leaf inserts extracted for accommodation adjustments. 
         FIG. 7  is a diagram showing the wheel insert for mobility needs. 
         FIG. 8  displays optional accessories to fit needs of consumer&#39;s desires and/or demands. 
         FIG. 9  conveys the basic version of investment protection from the elements. 
         FIG. 10  is an example of a miniature fire barrel to be used in travel accommodations. 
         FIG. 11  displays another example to show versatility of the barrel configuration. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT 
     Refer to  FIG. 1  displaying a representation of the first prototype front view. Starting from the top down, Burner outlet  10  being the exit and burning point for the fuel, surrounded by the casing  12  that can hold and support accent pieces. These units are held up in the example by a ventilation system  14  to help keep the vessel cooler while in use. The main fermentation barrel  16  acts as a host for these said parts of the preferred embodiment. Access to the fuel system is provided by a door/doors/access panel  20 , to maintain, install, and in general provide and control access to the internals of the barrel. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 2  the ring reinforcement  24  is a key part of the design. The metal rings must be secured to an adequate placement of the boards. This diagram also features another preferred embodiment of the design. The outer table inserts  22  have been inserted in this view. Also, featured in this unique example is the variation of access to the inner barrel. The metal rings have been halved  20  and hinges  18  attached to each side. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 3  is a rear view of the barrel, featuring an optional placement of the key fuel valve  26 . Depending on the consumer use of the barrel, these options can be customized for aesthetic or any other custom needs. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 4  is an exploded view of the fuel and optional ignition system. Starting from the top. The burner  10  sit just above an optional mesh to hold optional decorative fill over the burner, while still providing proper fuel and air mixture, with the added benefit of cooling for the holding unit  12 . These units being surrounded by the ventilation system  14 . The total embodiment of these units can be adjusted to fit the design or needs of the consumer and match the barrel  16  or environment they will be utilized within. The next segment of parts represents an optional addition of a spark ignition system for the fuel. The spark generator  30  can be attached to ignite the fuel coming from the burner  10 . The electrical lines  32  run down to the spark control  34 . Several options are available to adapt to each type of burner  10  design. The fuel system is referenced next. The first fuel line  36  connects to the base of the burner  10 ,  28 ,  12 ,  14 ,  16  embodiments, leading to the key valve  40 , optional key valve cover  26 , key  38 , then connecting to the final fuel line  36 , then leading to the optional fuel sources. Note that the system will need to be adjusted for fuel source differences. An example is natural gas versus propane. Each offering unique differences for design uses. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 5  showing a top view with inserted table/counter surface  22 . This view illustrates one design option that could be used to complete the unit. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 6  illustrating the removable table/counter surface  22 , exposing the support insert attachments  42 . The unique removable design is to accommodate changes in the environment and use. This can be to accommodate transportation for events and other needs of mobility, or just simply to save on surface area to accommodate smaller spaces. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 7 . showing optional mobility enhancer. The pegs  44  of the wheel  48  base  46  can be inserted into the bottom of the barrel and provide ease of mobility for each unit. These mobility units can also be permanently installed for consumers that require constant mobility. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 8  demonstrating accessories and design options for any fire barrel need or desire. Starting at the top of the page, you see a unique grill  50  that can be placed over the burner  10  to provide a functional cooking surface. This illustration also features a unique glass holder/mini table  52  insert that can be inserted around a customized barrel  56 . The next accessory is a cover  60  designed to cover the flames. This cover features optional handle  54  customizations featuring my unique examples, initials in this case, WS standing for Wine Side. These covers can be customized to fit customer needs, including custom logo handles. Another example of this unique type of customization is the design being carved into a container  58  for the flames, so that the flames light up the design. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 9  demonstrating a cover  62  to protect the fire barrel  16  from the elements. 
     Refer now to  FIG. 10  demonstrating a small version of the fire barrel  16 . In this example the design is adjusted to fit the fuel system of a portable camping stove. This provides a unique support and storage container for traveling stove units and accessories. This smaller example is cut open to insert the fuel for the smaller burner  64 . 
     Refer now to  FIG. 11  demonstrating an alternate configuration of the fermentation barrel on its side. This is to assist with a consumer needing a larger space to accommodate more guests, or to fill other needs, including but not limited to additional surface space with the customized table inserts  22 . In this reference, all components of the pit  10 ,  28 ,  12  have been elongated to fit the design.