DE102005022759B3 - Integrated bath shower wall system has fully adjustable ceiling track rail and a guide shoe on edge of bath to compensate for size tolerances when fitting movable partition - Google Patents

Abstract

The integrated bath shower wall system has a partition (1) mounted displaceable in a track rail (5) which is attachable to the ceiling so that the partition can slide along the edge (2) of the bath tub. The track rail can be adjusted both horizontally, vertically and in its angle and a guide shoe (4) for guiding the partition is mounted on the horizontal edge of the bath to compensate for tolerances in respect of the track rail. The partition has a magnetic sealing strip profile (7) on one side to interact with a counter member (6) fixed on the wall. The guide shoe is made from an anti-friction material.

Description

Technical area

The The present invention relates to an integrated tub / partition wall system in the form of a device for the splash-proof separation of a Bath by means of a sliding, made of safety glass fabricated partition, especially for uncomplicated installation in private construction projects and in hotel bathrooms.

So far are pan partitions known either above (on the ceiling or on a horizontal Carrier) and below (at the edge of the tub) are mounted on rails, or only above have a rail and sit down without guidance on the edge of the tub or hang freely. These arrangements are used for both shower and bath screens.

As an example of the first arrangement, the document describes EP 0 295 513 A1 a partition for corner and round showers, which is slidably mounted by means of a guide member along its lower edge in a guide groove formed in the tub rim, wherein the tub rim is formed outwardly increased compared to the inner edge of the guide channel. A similar solution will be found in the DE 29 01 371 A1 disclosed, albeit without elevated tub outer edge. Another example of a partition with top and bottom guide rails is found in the US 3,500,481 which describes a bathtub closure (partition) with a lower guide rail, which is integrated from the inside in the tub rim and in which the partition is mounted rollingly by means of guide wheels. Also in the tub edge integrated guide rails are also from the DE 24 03 386 C3 known.

An undetachable, freely hinged, foldable partition is an example of the second arrangement in the EP 0 801 532 B1 disclosed. Here, a part of the tub rim on an L-shaped longitudinal recess on which the provided with a rubber skirt lower edge of the partition is supported. The US 38 96 508 describes a freely suspended partition wall, which is mounted on a roller rail on the top so that the partition wall rests with its widened lower edge side against a tub edge Aufkantung pressing.

A Both arrangements common objective is, at the lower edge the partition to prevent the escape of splashing water from the bathtub. In the first case offers attached to the edge of the tub or integrated into it Rail a splash-proof, but from the look and hygiene ago unsatisfactory solution. In the second case, the lower edge is usually with a rubber seal, rubber apron or Sealing strips provided, although the visually appealing, however less stable solution represent. A major disadvantage of the conventional solutions is that e.g. the installation of such bathtub partitions with millimeter accuracy, i.e. with low mounting tolerance, must be done. Especially at huge Construction projects requiring the installation of a large number of tanks, can due to the millimeter accurate installation of such tubs whose Order, production and delivery are made only when the final dimensions of the bath known are. This procedure is extended the picking periods and is therefore not insignificant Costs connected. An additional one Disadvantage is further that the rubber seals used relative Corrode quickly and therefore often still within the law warranty period must be costly renewed. The corrosion problem will be tightened, than by using standard flat tub tubs, experience shows that the water is longer remains, coupled with the frequent Use of the bath to shower the moisture-related corrosion the added between the tub and wall silicone joints.

presentation the invention

task According to the present invention, it is a splash-proof pan / partition wall system develop what a cheaper and more flexible installation considering only the shell dimensions allows and at the same time an increased Life of the separation and the silicone joints with undiminished Has seal.

These The object is achieved by a Tub / partition wall system solved, a bathtub with a peripheral edge a sliding on the tub edge partition and a running rail includes. The track, in which the partition wall is mounted on the ceiling side, is here in the horizontal and vertical direction as well as in their Tilt adjustable. Wannseite is for sliding guidance of the Partition a single guide shoe mounted on the substantially horizontal tub rim, the compensates for tolerances in cooperation with the track.

Due to the adjustability of the track and the masstoleranten sliding bearing in the guide shoe, it is no longer necessary to know the finished dimensions of the bath. Rather, the inte grated pan / partition wall system are already manufactured on the basis of the shell dimensions, whereby an early order and punctual delivery can be made. Moreover, due to the use of the dimensionally tolerant guide shoe, installation is easier than with conventional top and bottom guide systems.

The all-round upstand of the bath prevents a longer lasting Contact the silicone joints with water, which protects them from corrosion and a longer one Lifetime can reach. Through the vertical coverage the upstand and the lower edge of the sliding partition is prevents leakage of water spray, leaving between tub rim and partition on the use of corrosion-prone wear parts made of silicone or acrylic and can be dispensed with rubber seals can.

The Running track of the tub / partition wall system according to the invention is preferably adjustable within Rohbaumaßtoleranzen. This limited the dimensions of for the adjustment of necessary devices such as e.g. the slots, screws etc. on the for the expected tolerance compensation necessary values.

It is also advantageous that the partition at a side edge Magnetic strip sealing profile having attached to the wall counterpart. By doing so leaves the dividing wall can be easily opened and opened protects in closed condition against lateral escape of spray water.

Of the guide shoe itself is preferably a slip facilitating material, especially made of Teflon. This requires opening and Shut down the partition only little effort and prevents their tilting.

Further advantageous embodiments of the invention will become apparent from the following description of an embodiment according to 1 and 2 ,

Short description the drawings

1 shows a side view of the integrated tub / partition system according to the embodiment of the invention.

2 shows a partial sectional view of the integrated trough / partition wall system along a plane II-II in 1 ,

Ways to execute the invention

In 1 is shown schematically in side view an embodiment of the integrated tub / partition system. The bathtub has a wannerand 2 , the peripheral edge of a bath rim 3 and on which on the side facing the tub interior a single, smaller guide shoe 4 is appropriate. The tub room is partly from a sliding partition 1 closed, which is formed in the present example eintürig. The partition 1 is at the top in a track 5 stored while down only in the guide shoe 4 slidably mounted on the inner, flat part of the bathtub rim. The guide shoe is expediently made of a lubricious material such as Teflon. Next is the partition to the side wall of the tub space out with a magnetic profile strip 7 provided by means of a counterpart 6 a watertight closure to the side wall allows.

How out 2 can be seen, covers the partition 1 vertical partially the edge upstand 3 , so that splash water can not escape from the tub space to the outside. It must therefore be used no sealing elements such as rubber aprons. In addition, the upended edge causes 3 in that no water which may accumulate on the flat edge of the tub escapes, but that the water flows out to the tub. As a result, silicone joints, which seal the gap between the outer edge of the tub and the side walls or the rear wall, are protected against premature aging due to stagnant water. To the top of the tub space is completed splash-proof due to the reaching to the ceiling sliding partition.

The sliding partition 1 is, as mentioned above, on the ceiling side in the track 5 stored. The storage takes place via rollers 8th inside the track 5 can roll in the longitudinal direction. The track 5 is about adjusting screws 9 in an outer panel 10 and about screws 11 fixed in the ceiling (only one screw each is in 2 shown). The costume 10 itself is about a screw 12 fixed in the ceiling. By means of the two adjusting screws 9 . 11 Therefore, the running rail can be adjusted in height and inclination.

Since the edge of the tub side bearing in the guide shoe in conjunction with the adjustability of the track no tight tolerances, especially in terms of parallelism to the ceiling side rail requires, the tub / partition system provides a sufficient tolerance frame to it already with knowledge of the Rohbaumaße the Badezim mers to order and manufacture. In addition, the installation is much easier and ensures trouble-free operation of the partition.

Of the One skilled in the art will doubtless further advantageous embodiments can be seen from the example shown here, the are also within the scope of this invention.

Claims (6)

Integrated bath / partition wall system, comprising: - a bathtub with a circumferential edge rebate ( 3 ), - one on the edge of the tub ( 2 ) movable partition ( 1 ), - a running rail attachable to the ceiling ( 5 ) for displaceable storage of the partition ( 1 ), characterized in that the running rail ( 5 ) is adjustable in horizontal and vertical direction and in its inclination, and for sliding guidance of the partition a single guide shoe ( 4 ) on the substantially horizontal tub edge ( 2 ) and in cooperation with the track ( 5 ) Compensates dimensional tolerances. Integrated trough / partition wall system according to claim 1, wherein the running track ( 5 ) is adjustable within Rohbaumaßtoleranzen. Integrated trough / partition wall system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the partition wall ( 1 ) on one side a magnetic strip sealing profile ( 7 ) with wall-mounted counterpart ( 6 ) having. Integrated trough / partition wall system according to claim 1, 2 or 3, wherein the guide shoe ( 4 ) is of a slip facilitating material. Running track for use with an integrated Tub / partition wall system according to one of the claims 1 to 4. guide shoe for use with an integrated tub / divider system one of the claims 1 to 4.