DE202008003510U1 - Energy column for outdoor use - Google Patents

Abstract

The The invention relates to an energy column for outdoor use - in particular as an energy tap for flexible, pluggable energy supply from garden, courtyard, garage, workshop, terrace, outdoor swimming pool, Golf / sports / camping, public building, events like markets and festivals, characterized in that one preferably formed from longitudinal hollow profile or as a channel formed, closed support column (131, 132, 158, 161, 174, 175) has a hollow / empty space for the surface-mounted (AP) installation partially provided with tools in order to Recording of cables, pipes and pipes, equipment and Fittings of electrical engineering (133, 134), sanitary, Heating / Air Conditioning / Ventilation (HVAC) technology (151, 154) and / or Pneumatics / hydraulics, where the sections are functional and functional are formed as modules (11, 13, 15, 17).

Description

The The invention relates to an energy column for outdoor use - in particular as an energy tap for the flexible, pluggable power supply of Garden, courtyard, garage, workshop, terrace, outdoor swimming pool, golf / sports / camping, public Buildings, events such as markets and festivals.

It is an increasing need for flexible energy supply in the outdoor area, both commercial and private Area. The desire for energy supply in the outdoor area corresponds usually a short-term decision and the application is mostly of temporary duration. For the non-domestic Energy use is usually only a water tap planned, maybe also protected against frost. Otherwise corresponds to the non-domestic temporary supply rather of improvisation. From the nearest domestic energy taps usually flexible cables are drawn to the consumer, ignored compliance with mandatory precautionary measures.

The External energy supply should not be accessible to everyone; she should not only be protected from vandalism, but also from careless Use, such as. From children or unauthorized persons. The one to use Conductor should be used according to regulations and checked for defects. It should be faucets and switch that on the one hand unlock the power and it should include safety devices in the case of hose or cable breaks. Also, the protective devices should respond if there are defects in the connected devices have set. The amount of energy to be tapped should Pressure reducer and circuit breaker / current limiter adjustable be limited.

in the electrical case should be a metrological device and shutdown for the ground fault and fault current not missing; Protective devices for overload protection and short circuit are required. Another protective function concerns the fuse before power recovery and this in the special from a water technical point of view. backflow preventer and system dividers prevent out-of-home 'unpurified' water from the outside into the germ-free domestic Drinking water cycle passes.

in the The following will be the state of the art of energy columns or similar facilities - such as B. supply stations - for appreciated the outdoor application; according to the Prior art, depending on the application, a variety of Types of energy columns or supply stations for the outdoor application in use.

The German patent DE 603 01 988 / European patent specification EP 1 347 104 Introduces a water outlet valve, which is usually mounted in / through the wall and completely emptied, even if the Wasserausströmventil is completely closed.

such Water outlet valves are also used as a frost-proof outdoor fitting available; they solve a detailed task within the energy column.

Further frost-proof regulating and shut-off fittings and procedures are described in the German disclosure DE 10 2004 054 612 , the utility model DE 298 21 863 . DE 298 20 782 and DE 200 01 883 such as DE 200 01 850 presented.

According to the German utility model DE 299 11 463 / European patent specification EP 1 198 418 / international registration WO2001 / 002 301 a water supply unit is presented, which works largely self-sufficient energy by means of solar collectors designed as a container structure on the one hand a waterworks with a deep water pump, filters, storage and sterilization system for drinking water treatment and back sanitary facilities such as washing / shower facilities and toilet facilities.

Presented becomes a mobile, transportable and deployable, sanitary Supply unit that is capable of operating with the lowest energy requirement.

The German utility model DE 296 04 890 represents a gas outlet in such a way that the passage body is formed integrally with the closure element and that the groove for the sealing ring of the screw is positioned with at least one edge in almost sealing distance to the closure element. Furthermore, it is proposed that the mounting boss has a thermally triggered automatic shut-off safety valve, which in case of fire, a complete gas shutdown upstream of the gas outlet is possible.

such Gas sockets solve a detailed task within the energy column.

According to the German utility model DE 200 21 409 a device for removing water from a water point - especially a cistern - is proposed. The commercially available cisterns installed underground have a diameter-standardized cistern cathedral or a removal opening. From this removal opening, the invention begins, which provides to put on the opening a device which in ih Rem cavity has a feed pump with suction hose and on the other hand, in conjunction with a water faucet that promotes water in a likewise associated with the device inlet basin. According to the inventive novelty the energy extraction is limited to collecting water and only in conjunction with a cistern.

The patent DE 199 30 483 / German utility model DE 299 11 448 published a hose connector as a filling and emptying valve for a mobile flood protection device consisting essentially of stacked, sealed at their ends hoses that are filled in use with water and are releasably secured with the ends in holding devices. A large-volume hose is filled via a valve socket of a smaller diameter hose.

The German patent DE 101 10 585 discloses a frost-proof regulating and shut-off device for water taps in the exterior of a building, the fitting being accessible in a protective box with a lockable front door which is inserted in a recess of an outer wall surface of the outer wall of a building flush with the outer wall surface and the outlet housing and into the protective box retractable and swiveling outlet or telescopic tube of the tap.

Of the two-piece protective box has a depth adjustable door frame for adapting the exterior plaster compensation. Made of sheet steel, stainless steel or plastic protection box is made with an outside insulation of a suitable Dammstoff - in particular plastic - provided.

In the protective box is also an electrical outlet with moisture protection built-in.

One Pipe aerator, screwed into the hose fitting at the end of the spout, works together with a through a valve spring acted on valve cone as a backflow preventer - than Protection against the backflow of water.

An extension of the above publication is in the Company catalog Gebr. Kemper, Armaturen, pp. 54-57, issue 09/2005 , treated. Under the brand names 'mini-safe' and 'safe' two differently sized wall-mounted wardrobes for comfortable water, electricity and gas supply are presented at a central location in the outdoor area. Offered is a lockable wall-mounted cabinet with line and cable outlet, which can be equipped differently with taps and / or drain, such as frost-proof outdoor faucet for domestic water, 1- and / or 3-phase socket for the power supply, optional gas outlet for the gas supply and / or Hose connection for the wastewater. The closure of the built-in wardrobe is also - through the outlet - given with connected cables and cables.

The Advantages contrary to the after assembly of the Wall cupboards remaining low working space, too also look in connection with the many edges of the laminated cupboard. Furthermore, the assembly of the cabinet with wired Faucets for service water, sewage and gas a high Level of installation experience of the performer ahead. The cabinet dimensions do not allow universal but only Alternative equipment too. A locked cabinet door at Use of the device prevents access in an emergency situation. A cabinet lighting is not provided. Because of the big one Cabinet dimensions are the flush-mounted (UP) products exclusively suitable for new construction business; the retrofitting existing buildings are no longer needed due to massive interventions in the statics and the insulation of the building.

The Austrian utility model AT 003 090 presents an in-house energy column for mounting one or more electrical devices, such as sockets, switches, loudspeakers, or the like, wherein a mounting plate is connected to the building part and this includes a connected with her stand, which in a receptacle of a column-shaped housing part is inserted, which also accommodates the electrical installation equipment.

The Energy column is only for receiving electrical installation equipment prepared.

The German utility model DE 20 2005 004 313 . DE 20 2004 013 935 . DE 296 15 033 / European registration EP 828,326 present energy columns or parts thereof - such as pedestal fixtures - for power distribution in buildings, mainly office environments in which upright profiles between floor and ceiling hold and are provided with lines that supply electrical installation equipment - mainly sockets.

The Installation only affects electrical components used in office environment.

The German utility model DE 203 18 388 describes electrical installations mounted in multi-function energy columns with concealed concealed connection fittings. There are desks and desks in which concealed or concealed electrical installations are planned for lecture or laboratory experiments are and can be made available if needed. Also in this case, the installation technology does not go beyond the applied electrical engineering.

The German disclosure DE 199 59 268 describes a wealth of applications of energy columns - based on a hollow profile, which has mechanical recordings for electrical installation equipment - which are equipped depending on the purpose and intended use of various electrical equipment to an energy column.

Of the Equipment use relates exclusively to electrical engineering Material.

The Presented publications are only partially suitable or not at all for the specific use as an energy column for outdoor use - especially not as an energy tap for flexible, pluggable energy supply of garden, courtyard, garage, workshop, terrace, outdoor swimming pool, golf / sports / camping, public Buildings, events such as markets and festivals.

Of the The invention is therefore based on the object, a device according to the preamble of claim 1, an energy column for the outdoor area - especially as an energy tap for the flexible, pluggable energy supply.

• – Elektro-Modul für die elektrische Energieversorgung und Beleuchtung
• – Wasser-Modul für die stationäre und flexible Wasserversorgung
• – Abwasser-/Gas-Modul mit Becken/Klapprost und Gassteckdose
• – Sonstige Module für Pneumatik/Hydraulik, etc.

This object is achieved by the characterizing features of claim 1; to advantageous embodiments, the dependent claims. An energy column for outdoor use is presented - especially as an energy tap for the flexible, pluggable power supply. The energy column is designed as a producer's kit; the modules fit as follows

• - Electric module for the electrical power supply and lighting
• - Water module for stationary and flexible water supply
• - Sewage / gas module with basin / grille and gas socket
• - Other modules for pneumatics / hydraulics, etc.

Advantageous The modules are individually or in combination installable. The full equipment results in the Energy column for the pluggable electrical, lighting, Water, sewage, gas and air / oil energy supply outside. The column takes all supply pipes and lines and all inaccessible to unauthorized persons Fittings and switches on. Corresponding connection and switching operations can only be carried out with the lid closed become.

The Energy column is for the installation method on-wall (AP) designed; both the planning of the energy column for the new building as for the aftermarket business are possible. The pipe and pipe feeds done from the back. The modular structure lets also requires the installation type in-plaster (IP) and flush-mounted (UP) to.

To the further embodiment of the inventive novelty is the Water supply via a frost-proof lockable Fitting with safety combination; the water supply is over a mechanical valve shut off / opened. The valve drive is alternatively about electromotive adjustment - too remote control or controllable - possible. Both the Inlet frost protection and the shut-off valve are only over the opened flap accessible. Preferably are a fixed outlet for the process water distribution and two movable / elastic spouts for the pluggable hose connection with one fitting each. The Outlets are always with a Schlauchplatzsicherung / Wasserstop equipped.

According to one Another embodiment of the invention is the electric module via the built-in rail for the optional equipment designed with DIN rail mounted devices (REG). Are provided 3-phase circuit breaker, circuit breaker for Switchable sockets, 1- and 3-phase, circuit breaker for Fault current, current limitation, earth and short circuit, timers for z. Irrigation, wells, water features, etc. and outdoor / garden lighting. Switchable sockets will be also integrated into the side parts of the column.

The Electric module will go up through the hood-shaped lighting module capped. The down and sideways radiated light is through a Light-emitting diode (LED) assembly produced; the one still pointing up Surface of the lighting module is for recording Prepared by solar cells, their electricity in chargeable batteries is buffered. Instead of the lighting module, the electric module be closed by a closure plate.

A Another embodiment of the invention provides that the Wastewater module essentially provided with a rust support Collecting water basin; via a siphon with hose connection can the wastewater - also via the column - dissipated become. Alternatively, the pool is designed as a water collector and with a drain fitting with faucet and hose outlet equipped.

Preferably is the integrated into the wastewater module gas module in the form of Gas socket behind a closable flap in the wastewater module installed.

The subject matter of the invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawing conditions of embodiments further illustrated. Show it

1 Energy column for outdoor use, overall view

2 Energy column with safety combination, overall view

3 Energy column with safety combination, building structure

4 Sewage and gas module, general view

5 Lighting, electrical and water module, general view

6 Lighting, electrical and water module, building structure

7 Water module with safety combination, overall view

8th Water module with safety combination, without cover.

Same and equivalent components of the embodiments are each provided with the same reference numerals in the figures.

The Description of the device according to the invention will be continued based on the explanation of the figures.

How out 1 can be seen, the installation system energy column for outdoor use 1 from a 2 m high column, which is made of a hollow profile and in which the installation is housed essentially. In the energy column in surface-mounted (AP) version electricity, water, sewage and gas and possibly pneumatic / hydraulic are laid. The energy column is divided into functional modules, which can also be mounted on their own, such as the lighting module 11 , the electric module 13 , the water module 15 as well as the sewage / gas module 17 ,

The lighting module consists essentially of the hood 111 which also forms the end of the pillar up the LED assembly 112 contains. Furthermore, the hood with a solar cell 113 equipped, their generated energy via a regulator assembly 115 an accumulator 114 is supplied. Instead of the illumination module, a pillar end plate 116 to step.

The electric module 13 consists of the housing 131 , which by means of a DIN rail 139 introduced installation devices in REG design 134 includes. The electrical appliances are via a flap 135 with lock 136 accessible. An example is a plug connection with extension line 140 shown on a device 141 is wound. The installation devices are preferably protective devices, switches and timers.

The valve body 158 is part of the water module 15 , In the upper, locked part of the valve body is a frost-proof, hand-operated or motor-driven valve, which releases or blocks the water inlet. With three handles 152 with on / off detection becomes the manifold fitting or fixed spout 155 for can operation and the two flexible outlets 156 operated with pluggable hose connection. An example is a plug connection with hose line 165 shown on a device 166 is wound.

The wastewater / gas module 17 carries the water basin 171 with a granny 172 over the excess hot water via the odor trap / siphon 173 the sewer line is supplied. This part of the energy column comes with a removable bezel 174 behind which the gas socket is located.

The various function modules of the energy column are off made a hollow profile; the equipment is also built modular according to a modular system and optionally equipped and interchangeable.

2 shows the energy column 1 without cable and hose assembly 140 . 165 however with the frost-proof fitting 151 with safety combination. The frost-proof fitting is constructed in two parts with valves a), b); the two parts are mechanically connected. The one shown here, by housing 163 protected part 151b ) is installed frost-proof in the masonry and takes the water connection 157 on.

3 shows the energy column 1 without cable and hose assembly 140 . 165 however with the frost-proof fitting 151 with safety combination, shown as a building structure. In particular, the wastewater / gas module is considered here 17 , also in conjunction with 4 , as the other modules are discussed in detail below. It should be added that the energy column profile of two half-shells 174 . 175 consists, wherein the rear wall also forms the mounting rail. The connection siphon drain becomes clear 177 with the pillar as a supporting element.

In 4 is the section sewage and gas module 17 the energy column 1 shown with an alternative assembly. As Wasserauffangbe Cken is a water collector 178 provided, provided with an additional shelf 181 who continues to have a cock 179 has, on a drain fitting with hose outlet 180 acts.

5 shows the modules lighting 11 , Electro 13 and water 15 in their overall view, enlarged. The power outlet 133 of the electric module here represents a whole number to be installed sockets. The 1- and 3-phase socket can also be used for the type selection.

Also here is the water inlet 157 with the frost-proof valve control 151b ) make a better statement.

6 shows the lighting 11 , Electric 13 and water module 15 as a building structure. The module 15 will be detailed below. Clearly the partition plates 164 make out the water module from its neighbors 13 . 17 demarcates.

In the area of the electrical module 13 is the energy column profile extended for the purpose of sufficient absorption of electrical installation equipment. Provided is a DIN rail 139 as a device carrier, which is able to accommodate the entire range of REG devices offered by the market through its standardized dimensioning. Inside the module housing 131 are schematic installation devices 134 placed. While the sockets 133 are freely accessible from the outside, is the existing primarily of protection, switching and timing devices REG scope of equipment behind a single flap 135 locked 136 , The back wall 132 Here, too, serves to attach the module of the energy column. Furthermore hides behind the door 135 the valve actuator 138 when the automated valve position has been brought forward to manual operation.

7 shows the power column section water module 15 with the frost-proof inlet fitting 151 with safety combination, overall view, in the valve body 158 , The inlet fitting is only over the flap 159 with lock 160 accessible. The three handles with on / off detection 152 Manually control the three outlets via the manifold fitting 155 . 156 , Clearly the pluggable hose connection can be identified.

8th shows the water module 15 with shut-off 151 and manifold fittings 154 and the safety combination of backflow preventer and pipe / hose aerator, without fairing 158 , with water connection 157 , In place of manual adjustment 152 the fitting 151 can substitute an electric motor drive 138 , Module 13 , are used, which offers the possibility of remote controllability with the connection to communication and security systems of building system technology.

The particular advantages of the invention are that the energy column divided into self-sufficient modules which are used individually as needed can. Furthermore, the device receptacles are like that designed that by exchanging devices the Modules new functionality is given.

According to one Another embodiment of the invention, the water module to the Hot water component extended, either by means of another Fitting or by dispensing with a hose connection fitting.

One further application reference in the workshop area requires the presence of pneumatics and hydraulics. A module is accordingly with compressed air fitting, Equip pressure reducer and filter technology.

A Another embodiment of the invention provides that the Sewage and gas module are spatially separated and form independent modules.

A Another form of the inventive novelty is given that the system building kit a dummy module is added, be it to perform a height adjustment in the column structure - stand functionality - or the dummy module for a new assembly variant prepare.

The System components Energy meter and battery charger with charge controller expand the range of application of the energy column.

advantageous Further developments of the invention are the subject of the subclaims; the numerous possibilities and advantages of the design of the Invention are reflected in the number of property rights claims contrary.

1

energy Profile

11

Light module

111

Housing / cap

112

Light-emitting Diode (LED) assembly

113

solar cell

114

accumulator (not shown)

115

control (not shown)

116

end plate (not shown)

13

Electric module

131

casing

132

Mounting rail / rear wall

133

socket

134

installation, DIN rail mounted device (REG)

135

flap Electrical appliances

136

Lock

137

screw

138

valve drive (Alternative)

139

DIN-rail track (not shown)

140

extension cable

141

rewinder Line / cable

15

Water module

151

fitting, frost-proof, with safety combination

152

Handle with on / off detection

153

water supply

154

Distributor valve

155

spout, firmly

156

spout, flexible, with hose connection

157

mains water supply

158

fitting housing

159

flap Supply fitting

160

Lock

161

Mounting rail / rear wall

162

screw

163

valve housing

164

separating plate

165

water hose

166

rewinder tube

17

Waste water / gas module

171

Water collection basin

172

folding rust

173

Odor trap, siphon

174

paneling

175

Mounting rail / rear wall

176

screw

177

outflow

178

water collector

179

water tap

180

drain valve with hose outlet

181

filing

182

gas outlet (not shown)

QUOTES INCLUDE IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Cited patent literature

• - DE 60301988 [0006]
• - EP 1347104 [0006]
• - DE 102004054612 A [0008]
• DE 29821863 U [0008]
• DE 29820782 U [0008]
• - DE 20001883 U [0008]
• - DE 20001850 U [0008]
• - DE 29911463 U [0009]
• - EP 1198418 [0009]
• WO 2001/002301 [0009]
• DE 29604890 U [0011]
• - DE 20021409 U [0013]
• - DE 19930483 [0014]
• DE 29911448 U [0014]
• - DE 10110585 [0015]
• AT 003090 [0021]
• DE 202005004313 U [0023]
• - DE 202004013935 U [0023]
• DE 29615033 U [0023]
• - EP 828326 [0023]
• - DE 20318388 U [0025]
• - DE 19959268 A [0026]

Cited non-patent literature

• - Firmenkatalog Gebr. Kemper, Armaturen, S. 54-57, Edition 09/2005 [0019]

Claims (19)

The invention relates to an energy tower for outdoor use - especially as an energy tap for the flexible, pluggable power supply of garden, courtyard, garage, workshop, terrace, outdoor / swimming pool, golf / sports / camping, public buildings, events such as markets and festivals , characterized in that a preferably formed from longitudinal hollow profile or as a channel, closed support column ( 131 . 132 . 158 . 161 . 174 . 175 ) forms a hollow / empty space for the surface-mounted (AP) installation, which is provided with auxiliary means in sections for the purpose of accommodating cables, lines and pipes, devices and fittings of the electrical engineering ( 133 . 134 ), Plumbing, heating / air conditioning / ventilation (HVAC) technology ( 151 . 154 ) and / or pneumatics / hydraulics, wherein the sections are formed in a functional and functional manner as modules ( 11 . 13 . 15 . 17 ). Energy column for outdoor use according to claim 1, characterized in that the assembled support column ( 1 ) forming modules of the disciplines electrical engineering, plumbing, heating / air conditioning / ventilation (HVAC) technology and / or pneumatics / hydraulics ( 11 . 13 . 15 . 17 ) form a kit, from which the support column is fitted. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 and 2, characterized in that the modules ( 11 . 13 . 15 . 17 ) independently or in combination - a populated support column ( 1 ) - to be installed. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the column ( 1 ) all supply pipes and pipes as well as fittings and switches ( 134 . 154 ) and these are closed by flaps and covers. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the energy column ( 1 ) is designed for the type of surface-mounted installation (AP) and supplies are made through pipes and pipes at the rear. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 5, characterized that other types of installation - such as in-plaster (IP) and concealed (UP) or as a pillar - given are. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the water inlet is designed frost-proof and the shut-off valve ( 151 ) is operated manually or by motor. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that outlets for hose connections ( 156 ) are provided with a Schlauchplatzsicherung. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the electric module ( 13 ) for the installation of DIN rail mounted devices (REG) ( 134 ) by means of DIN rail ( 139 ) is set up. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the electric module ( 13 ) via electrical protective devices - such as earth fault, short circuit, overcurrent and fault current - has. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the assembled support column ( 1 ) a lighting module ( 11 ). Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the wastewater module ( 17 ) with a water basin ( 171 ) or with a water collector ( 178 ) Is provided. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the gas module ( 17 ) via a gas socket ( 182 ). Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 13, characterized in that the water module ( 15 ) is extended to the hot water device, either by means of another fitting or by dispensing with a hose connection fitting. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 14, characterized that the system is a pneumatic and / or hydraulic module is extended, with compressed air / oil fitting, pressure reducer and filter technology. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that the wastewater and gas module ( 17 ) are spatially separated and form independent modules. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 16, characterized that the modular system includes a dummy module. Energy column for outdoor use at least one of claims 1 to 17, characterized in that the modular system includes an energy meter module. Energy column for outdoor use according to at least one of claims 1 to 18, characterized that the system is a battery charger with charge controller is extended.