DE20319892U1 - Flag tensioning device for removing creases, comprises two profiles inserted into hollow seams along horizontal and vertical sides of flag cloth - Google Patents

Abstract

A first profile (6) is inserted into a horizontal hollow seam (4) along the top of the flag cloth (1) and a second profile (7) is inserted into a hollow seam (5) along a vertical side of the cloth. The two profiles are releasably connected to each other via connecting piece (8).

Description

The invention relates to a flag tensioner for permanent Unfolding a flag or a flag-like fabric, the Flag with one end along spatial to a flagpole is fixed and at the top of the flagpole with a device is provided, which is a wind independent constant unfolding of the flag enables and a hemstitch at the upper horizontal end of the flag cloth and has a vertically arranged hemstitch opposite the flagpole.

It is known that flags that are only pulled up on the flagpole or a flagpole and along this on one side are set to unfold only with sufficient air movement and then for the viewer is completely visible. When the weather is calm, it is on the The logo printed on the flag is not recognizable because the flag fabric hangs limply. at best are colors or individual characteristics visible that indicate what to advertise with the flag. Especially at promotional events, Fairs, events or celebrations, it is desirable that the flags wind independently constantly unfolded presented so that the label on the flag, or that on the Flag printed logo or the like. is clearly recognizable.

To achieve an improvement here Devices have become known that make it possible to also flag Completely unfold windlessness and thus their constant advertising effectiveness to enable. These devices must however, meet some important requirements. So should these devices allow a certain mobility of the flag around the flagpole, and must about that also be designed such that an unintentional release of the flag or the flagpole is safely prevented in order to or damage to property to avoid by falling parts. Furthermore, of course, must also quick and easy assembly and disassembly are made possible.

For example, in the EP 0821 821 B1 a flag with means to keep this flag attached to a flagpole or the like unfolded. This is achieved by means of an elastic rod which is held at one end in the upper edge of the flag and at the other end in a region of the edge of the flag adjacent to the flagpole. It is essential here that the rod is held in an arcuate position so that an outward and upward pressure force and at the same time a downward and rearward pressure force towards the flagpole is exerted. To attach the elastic rod to the flag, pockets are provided for receiving the two ends of the rod, which run at the top of the flag and parallel to the flagpole. Edge of the flag provided.

This device ensures the desired one permanent Unfolding the flag with a simple means, but what the The disadvantage is that there is a certain risk of injury when dismantling due to the violent relaxation of the elastic rod. Also there is a risk of assembling the elastic rod Injury if the person using the wand is careless and slips when the rod is bent, for example.

A similar solution to the constant unfolding of a flag is in the DE 101 20 544 A1 described. Here, too, the spring force of an elastic rod is used for constant unfolding. The vertical end of the elastic rod running parallel to the flagpole is arranged here in a tube which is accommodated in a pocket running parallel to the flagpole. In order to fix the elastic rod spatially in the tube, an abutment is arranged in the tube, on which the end of the elastic rod is supported.

This version also shows the risk of injury during assembly and disassembly of the elastic rod, as in the EP 0821 821 B1 described device for unfolding a flag.

Another way of constantly unfolding a flag is in the US 5,267,524 described. It is a flag that can be freely rotated around the flagpole in that it has a hemstitch that is pushed over the flagpole. A wire angle is provided for the deployment of the flag, which includes an angle of slightly more than 90 °. The horizontal end of this wire angle is inserted into an upper hem of the flag and the other downward end from above into the flagpole.

The disadvantage here is that this Device only for smaller flags is suitable and requires some sensitivity when assembling, because the downward end of the wire angle is in front of the Installation on the flagpole in the one intended for receiving the flagpole Hemstitch and when pulling the flag onto the flagpole must be inserted into the flagpole at the same time.

The object of the invention is now based on a flag tensioner for the constant unfolding of a flag or a flag-like one To create a web that can be assembled and disassembled with little effort can be.

The basis of the invention Task is with a flag tensioner of the type mentioned solved by that a first profile that can be inserted into the upper hemstitch. and a second profile can be inserted into the vertical hemstitch are, both profiles over a Connection element detachable are firmly connected.

On the one hand, this is a particularly simple che assembly and disassembly enabled and on the other hand, any risk of injury during assembly / disassembly avoided, because no pre-tension must be generated.

For the assembly is only necessary, first the first profile in the insert horizontal hem, the first profile being the width of the flag cloth and then the second profile in the insert vertical hemstitch. Then the two profiles can be viewed through the Connection element to be connected together.

The first and preferably exist second profile made of aluminum, a plastic or composite, e.g. Carbon fiber composite material. This makes it particularly low Weight of the flag tensioner guaranteed.

Finally, the first and second profile be designed as a hollow profile, which is an improvement on the one hand of stability and on the other hand enables further weight savings.

In one embodiment of the invention is the connecting element as one with the first and second hollow profile conforming in shape and into this insertable angle. made of metal, or a suitable one Plastic, formed.

In continuation of the invention Angle firmly with one of the hollow profiles and with the other accordingly Removable hollow profile connected so that the assembly effort is reduced.

The releasable connection preferably has one Quick release mechanism.

A special variant of the invention is characterized in that the connecting element is designed in this way is that the profile can be inserted into the vertical hemstitch the upper end is angled at an angle at a right angle and over a detachable Connection is connected to the profile located in the upper hemstitch.

In a further embodiment of the Invention, the vertical hemstitch extends over the whole length of the flag cloth, the connection between the vertical Hemstitch and the flagpole by spaced from each other Snap hook is made.

To ensure adequate guidance and attachment To reach the second profile extends in the vertical Hemstitch insertable profile through the top snap hook and at least by a second snap hook.

The hemstitch is preferably made from a ribbon that is sewn accordingly on the flag cloth.

The invention is intended to: embodiments are explained in more detail. In the associated Show drawing:

1 : an embodiment of the flag tensioner according to the invention; and

2 : a particularly simple version of the flag tensioner according to the invention.

1 shows a flag cloth 1 that has one end lengthways on a flag pole 2 with a snap hook 3 is spatially defined. At the top of the flagpole 2 a device is arranged which enables a wind-independent constant unfolding of the flag, a hemstitch 4 at the top horizontal end of the flag cloth 1 and a vertical hemstitch 5 opposite the flagpole 2 are provided.

In the hemstitch 4 . 5 are a first in the upper hemstitch 4 profile 6 and a second profile 7 in the vertical hemstitch 5 inserted, both profiles via a detachable connection 10 are releasably firmly connected. An angle serves as the connecting element 8th with one of the profiles 4 ; 5 firm and with the corresponding other profile 6 ; 7 releasably connected, whereby the assembly effort is significantly reduced. The detachable connection can be a quick release mechanism or a tension screw. Round or polygonal profiles are suitable as profiles.

The first and second profiles preferably exist 6 . 7 made of aluminum, a plastic or composite, for example carbon fiber composite. In this way, a particularly low weight of the flag tensioner according to the invention is ensured.

In addition, the first and second profile 6 . 7 be designed as a hollow profile, which on the one hand enables an improvement in stability and on the other hand further weight savings.

All that is required for assembly is the first profile 6 in the horizontal hemstitch 4 insert, taking the first profile 6 the width of the flag cloth 1 should have and then the second profile 7 in the vertical hemstitch 5 insert. Then the two profiles 6 . 7 through the angle 8th be connected to each other.

The connector is as one with the first and second profiles 6 . 7 Congruent shape that fits and can be inserted into it 8th made of metal, or a suitable plastic.

In a special variant of the invention, the connecting element is in accordance with 2 formed such that the vertical hemstitch 5 insertable profile 7 at the top in an arc 9 is angled at a right angle and via a releasable connection 10 with the profile located in the upper hemstitch 6 connected.

How out 1 it can also be seen that the vertical hemstitch extends 5 over the entire length of the flag cloth 1 , the connection between the vertical hemstitch 5 and the flagpole 2 by means of carabiners spaced from each other 3 he follows.

To ensure that the second profile is sufficiently securely guided and fastened 7 in the hemstitch 5 to achieve this extends into the vertical hemstitch 5 inserted profile 7 through the top snap hook 3 and at least by a second snap hook.

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Claims (11)

Flag tensioner for the constant unfolding of a flag or a flag-like fabric, the flag being spatially fixed with one end longitudinally to a flag pole. is and is provided at the upper end of the flagpole with a device which enables a wind-independent constant unfolding of the flag and has a hemstitch at the upper horizontal end of the flag cloth and a vertically arranged hemstitch opposite the flagpole, characterized in that a first in the upper Hemstitch ( 4 ) insertable profile ( 6 ) and a second one in the vertical hemstitch ( 5 ) insertable profile ( 7 ) are provided, with both profiles ( 6 . 7 ) are releasably connected to one another via a connecting element. Flag tensioner according to claim 1, characterized in that the first and second profile ( 6 . 7 ) is made of aluminum. Flag tensioner according to claim 1, characterized in that the first and second profile ( 6 . 7 ) consists of a plastic or composite. Flag tensioner according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the first and second profile ( 6 . 7 ) is designed as a hollow profile. Flag tensioner according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the connecting element with the first and second hollow profile ( 6 . 7 ) Congruently matching and insertable angle ( 8th ) made of metal, or a suitable plastic. Flag tensioner according to claim 5, characterized in that the angle ( 8th ) with one of the hollow profiles ( 6 ; 7 ) firmly and with the corresponding other hollow profile ( 6 ; 7 ) is releasably connected. Flag tensioner according to claim 6, characterized in that that the solvable Connection has a quick release mechanism. Flag tensioner according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the connecting element is designed such that the in the vertical hemstitch ( 5 ) insertable profile ( 7 ) at the top in an arc ( 9 ) is angled at a right angle and via a detachable connection with the one in the upper hemstitch ( 4 ) located profile ( 6 ) connected is. Flag tensioner according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the vertical hemstitch ( 5 ) over the entire length of the flag cloth ( 1 ) and that the connection between the vertical hemstitch ( 5 ) and the flagpole ( 2 ) by spaced carabiners ( 3 ) he follows. Flag tensioner according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the vertical hemstitch ( 5 ) insertable profile ( 7 ) through the top snap hook ( 3 ) and at least a second snap hook ( 3 ) extends. Flag tensioner according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the hemstitch ( 4 . 5 ) consists of a ribbon that is accordingly on the flag cloth ( 1 ) is sewn on.