EP0901332B1 - Modular interior furnishing system - Google Patents

Abstract

At least one constructional element is in the form of a free-standing, vertical, enclosed rectangular frame (1) with a Z or S-shaped profile. A chassis extending at right angles to one plane of the frame is positioned on the underside of the frame. An adjacent frame is attached by a corner connection. The frame has two longitudinal hollow struts (2.1,2.2) with grooves or ridges for fixing the functional units at any height, and joined by two transverse brackets (3.1,3.2) Cables and or pipes are contained in ducts in the frame.

Description

Technical field

The invention relates to a modular interior system according to the preamble of Claim 1.

State of the art

The development and change in jobs is constantly progressing. To consider is that not only new working environments (e.g. due to the development data processing and telecommunications), but also existing ones Workplace facilities adapted to the changing tasks of a work team should be. For the manufacturer and supplier of furniture or entire facilities Against this background, it is desirable to have a system on hand that Satisfaction of a wide variety of needs made possible and also after Set up (i.e. at a later date) can be changed over without any problems.

The need for flexible interior systems has been around for a long time. Corresponding there are also a variety of suggestions. However, it turns out that most known system solutions heavily on an application (e.g. subdivision of open-plan offices, Creation of exhibition furniture, shelving systems, etc.).

From the documents GM-74 23 372 and GM-75 09 392 z. B. known shelving systems at which vertical spars between floor and ceiling or on the wall of a room can be attached as statically load-bearing structural elements in order to To be able to install box elements or containers. The German utility model GM-75 20 557, for example, deals with a panel wall over a plinth so that it can be set up in the room in a free-standing manner. The vertical beams are designed as perforated profiles so that box elements can be hung at a selectable height can be.

Shelf systems are from the two publications GM-90 01 437.5 and GM-94 08 676.1 known for fairs. They can be set up free-standing in the room and offer the Possibility to arrange shelves, tables or hooks as required. According to GM-90 01 437.5 are several vertical supports with feet through cross beams connected with each other. The shelves are like from a wall shelf system from the front attached. The GM-94 08 676.1 has a large rectangular frame construction, in which vertical support tubes can be used to attach Trays etc. Similar to the GM-90 01 437.5 all functional elements protrude front. Finally, there are wall elements for dividing and furnishing rooms known in large numbers (e.g. DE-40 04 200 A1, DE-24 42 479 A1, EP-0 345 754, US-4,727,994, DE-26 15 235 A1, US-4,657,149).

A modular interior furnishing system is known from EP 0 458 264 A1 Has a variety of functional units (table tops, shelves, partitions). The Support structure is made up of a plurality of (sometimes of different heights) vertical Beam posts formed, which at the top and in the middle by horizontal struts be firmly connected. The support posts point forwards and backwards for stabilization protruding feet. The table tops and shelves can be assembled this way if necessary be that it extends through the plane spanned by the support structure extend.

Another interior furnishing system is known from DE 28 48 929 A1. The uniform trained vertical beams are to cross (at Floor plan) assembled honeycomb structures. Between neighboring beams can functional elements such. B. shelves, tables or cabinets. Instead of functional elements, a base strut can also be attached to the base of the carrier be provided, with two vertical beams and an upper cross member closed rectangular frame is formed. The stability of the construction is through the honeycomb structure ensured.

A piece of furniture of another type is shown, for example, in FR 2,638,885. It is about a self-contained, individual furniture unit as an IT workplace. The Support structure is formed by two high and two low vertical supports, which are connected in pairs at the upper ends by cross beams. At the bottom A common footrest is attached to the ends of the supports. At the top of the low supports, a table top protruding on one side can be attached. in the large, rear support, two housings for screens can be hung.

Another mobile, modular furniture system is known from DE 92 08 315.3 U. Vertical elements, such as panels or frames of the same or different Height, can be connected at different angles. The cupboards and Tables are attached to the support structure on one side. Just the shelves on the shelf extend through the vertical plane of the frame. For stability ensure that the vertical elements (plates and / or frames) are used Floors, struts, seats, tables, doors or the like connected at an angle (e.g. 120 °, 90 °).

Presentation of the invention

The object of the invention is to provide a modular interior system of the type mentioned Specify the type that is characterized by a functional diversity and which helps to create device arrangements of high static stability at the same time enables maximum modularity.

The solution according to the invention is defined by the features of claim 1.

By designing the construction element as a closed rectangular frame, high stability and torsional rigidity are guaranteed. The frame is e.g. B. 2 m high and 75 cm wide and is placed vertically. The functional units (in particular the table tops or work surfaces, the shelf or storage surfaces and the containers or carcasses etc.) are installed in the frame in such a way that they pass through the frame reach through the spanned plane. This avoids u. a. a too large one-sided Burden. To stabilize a frame element in the vertical position, for. B a yourself Chassis perpendicular to the frame plane attached to the underside of the frame. It can be equipped with feet (or glides) or castors. Several Frames can be connected at right angles to each other so that for certain applications (acoustic partitions or the like) on the chassis at the bottom can be dispensed with.

According to a preferred embodiment, the frame has vertical longitudinal bars Grooves or ribs for attaching the functional units at any height. Longitudinal rails with a hole or slot grid are also conceivable, so that the fastening can be done using suitable suspension system elements.

If the longitudinal spars are designed so that the functional elements on any Can be mounted in height, the attachment of table tops in exactly horizontal Alignment can be tedious because you have to work with a scale or spirit level. To facilitate assembly, for. B. in the mounting groove a profile insert (e.g. a Plastic strips) can be integrated, which have small notch or at regular intervals Has pimples. A fastener engaging in the groove can be slightly in the Snap the notch into place, giving the user an orientation for the adjusted assembly Has. It should be emphasized that the grid of the profile insert gives freedom to the fastener to attach at any height, in no way limited. It is So it is easily possible to fix an element between two grid positions. The Grid is therefore only a kind of integrated scale, which can be used as needed can.

For both aesthetic and practical reasons, it is advantageous if the Frame is equipped with channels for cables and / or lines. That way the frame and the whole interior system elegantly electrified or for the Data communication can be equipped. It is not essential that everyone four sides of the frame have cable channels. It may be sufficient if one or Both longitudinal spars and possibly a narrow side are equipped with such channels.

According to a particularly preferred embodiment, the Frame integrated a track, in which at least two for the current supply certain conductors are arranged. The busbar is in the profile beam via a longitudinal slot (Frame) accessible. With a suitably trained connector, the conductors be contacted at any point. The conductors are like this for security reasons arranged in the channel so that they cannot be easily touched (e.g. not be able to touch a live conductor with a screwdriver.

The frame (especially the longitudinal spar) has z. B. an S or Z-shaped profile. This is axisymmetric and forms both the fastening groove and the cable duct. The diagonal support or connecting part of the S-shaped profile can be used to increase the Stability to be double-walled. The Z- or S-shaped profile can (in cross section) have a round or square shape. Basically, however, are any cross-sectional shapes possible (regular polygons like triangles, hexagons, heptagons, but also asymmetrical shapes such as L-shape or the like).

The frame can consist of screwed or welded side parts. Preferably are the longitudinal spars as vertical hollow profiles (e.g. of the type mentioned above) educated. As the narrow sides of the frame z. B. crossbar with the hollow profiles be rigidly connected. Good stability can be achieved if the Crossbars are fastened with the help of screws or clamping or expanding wedge elements, which engage in the longitudinal spars at the ends.

The chassis can be designed in different ways. For example, in the plane perpendicular to the frame plane form an H-shaped construction, at the ends Feet, glides or rollers can be provided. Another option is there in attaching a bottom plate to the bottom of the frame. Because one Plate has no protruding legs, it also minimizes the risk of someone over that Chassis trips. (This is important, for example, for publicly accessible rooms.)

A body is advantageously built onto the chassis. Due to its weight, it increases the Stability of the vertical frame. The height of the body can be set as required. In addition, e.g. B. table tops, partition panels, presentation racks, screen mounts and / or device holders can be provided. To such a stabilized one Another frame can be attached to the construction element (flush or at an angle other than 180 °). The corner connection used for this is e.g. B. on the connection point between the longitudinal spar and the bracket. The fasteners can be prefabricated one-piece molded parts, which a certain Define the connection angle. That is, the furniture system comprises a plurality of different ones Fasteners that are used by the user as needed. But it is also possible to provide a single fitting, which in different Angular positions can be attached to the corners of the frame. In this context it is advantageous to ensure good stability if the corner connection has an angular grid (e.g. 15 ° grid).

The most varied can be based on the construction element according to the invention Interior fittings (workplaces in the office, workshop and service area) build up. Individual furniture (carcasses, boxes, Partitions) can be selected and used for special applications.

From the following detailed description and the entirety of the claims there are further advantageous embodiments and combinations of features of the invention.

Brief description of the drawings

Fig. 1

Eine schematische Darstellung eines erfindungsgemässen Rahmens;

Fig. 2

eine schematische Darstellung eines Möbels mit Arbeitsfläche;

Fig. 3

eine schematische Darstellung eines mobilen Containermöbels;

Fig. 4a, b

eine schematische Darstellung eines fahrbaren Chassis in der Seitenansicht und in der Draufsicht;

Fig. 5a, b

eine schematische Darstellung einer Eckverbindung in der Seitenansicht und in der Draufsicht;

Fig. 6

eine schematische Darstellung eines Rahmenprofils und einer Befestigungsklammer;

Fig.7

eine beispielhafte Darstellung einer Inneneinrichtung mit mehreren Arbeitsplätzen auf der Basis des erfindungsgemässen Einrichtungssystems;

Fig. 8a - c

eine schematische Darstellung einer V-förmigen Abdeckung eines Kabelkanals;

Fig. 9a- b

Verbindungsstücke mit fest vorgegebenen Winkeln;

Fig. 10

eine schematische Darstellung einer Eckverbindung an einer oberen Ecke des Rahmens;

Fig. 11a - b

zwei schematische Schnittdarstellungen einer Eckverbindung an einer unteren Ecke des Rahmens;

Fig. 12

eine schematische perspektivische Darstellung einer Vorrichtung zum Befestigen einer Tischplatte am vertikalen Längsholm des Rahmens;

Fig. 13a - c

ein Stützelement im Querschnitt, in der Frontansicht und in der Ansicht von oben;

Fig. 14a, b

eine Darstellung des auf dem Chassis befestigten Stützelements;

Fig. 15

eine schematische perspektivische Darstellung eines modularen Containers;

Fig. 16

eine schematische Darstellung eines im Rahmen integrierten Klapptisches;

Fig. 17

eine schematische Darstellung einer Bodenplatte.

The drawings used to explain the exemplary embodiments show:

Fig. 1

A schematic representation of a frame according to the invention;

Fig. 2

a schematic representation of a piece of furniture with a work surface;

Fig. 3

a schematic representation of a mobile container furniture;

4a, b

a schematic representation of a mobile chassis in side view and in plan view;

5a, b

a schematic representation of a corner connection in side view and in plan view;

Fig. 6

a schematic representation of a frame profile and a mounting bracket;

Figure 7

an exemplary representation of an interior with several workplaces based on the inventive furnishing system;

8a-c

a schematic representation of a V-shaped cover of a cable duct;

9a-b

Connectors with fixed angles;

Fig. 10

a schematic representation of a corner connection at an upper corner of the frame;

11a-b

two schematic sectional views of a corner connection at a lower corner of the frame;

Fig. 12

a schematic perspective view of a device for attaching a table top to the vertical longitudinal spar of the frame;

13a-c

a support element in cross section, in the front view and in the view from above;

14a, b

a representation of the support member attached to the chassis;

Fig. 15

a schematic perspective view of a modular container;

Fig. 16

is a schematic representation of a folding table integrated in the frame;

Fig. 17

a schematic representation of a base plate.

In principle, the same parts are provided with the same reference symbols in the drawings.

Ways of Carrying Out the Invention

Fig. 1 shows an example of a frame 1, which as a structurally stable structural element is the basis of the interior design system according to the invention. It exists z. B. from two vertical longitudinal spars 2.1, 2.2 and two horizontally connecting these Ironing 3.1, 3.2. At the lower corners (quasi in the extension of the longitudinal spars 2.1, 2.2) are z. B. two sliders 4.1, 4.2 attached.

The longitudinal spars 2.1, 2.2 are z. B. formed as straight hollow profiles. The bracket 3.1, 3.2 are preferably designed as solid, flat (and also straight) rods, which on the two ends laterally offset one from the longitudinal axis of the rod Have a degree. For rigidly connecting the brackets 3.1, 3.2 to the longitudinal bars 2.1, 2.2 are e.g. B. clamping screws 5.1 to 5.4 provided in the open ends of the longitudinal spars Intervene 2.1, 2.2. The clamping screws 5.1 to 5.4 are e.g. B. in axially running threaded holes the longitudinal spars 2.1, 2.2 screwed in.

The longitudinal spars 2.1, 2.2 and the brackets 3.1, 3.2 thus span a rectangular surface or Level on. With respect to this level, the profiles of the frame are aligned so that the The direction of the larger cross-sectional dimension is perpendicular to the frame plane.

In the present example, the brackets 3.1, 3.2 have different (i.e. flatter) profiles than that Longitudinal bars 2.1, 2.2. Advantageously - but not necessarily - the stirrups 3.1, 3.2 are hollow for the Inclusion of cables and wires. In this sense, the longitudinal spars 2.1, 2.2 have open (and possibly lockable or coverable) longitudinal grooves or channels.

An interior system according to the invention is advantageously based on one or two such frame elements of the same or different dimensions. Is conceivable For example, a large frame element (height 1.8 to 2.2 m, width 0.7 to 1.0 m) for Shelves, partitions, standing workstations etc. and a small frame element (height e.g. 1.2 to 1.6 m, width 0.4 to 0.6 m) for mobile functional units such as personal ones Roll carcasses, presentation units etc. to provide. The restriction to one or two frame elements of a given size and the same design not only bring a visual standardization of the functionally different units, but also one Simplification of the overall planning and construction of interior fittings.

The vertical longitudinal spars 2.1, 2.2 are preferably designed to be function-specific Provide means (z. B. longitudinal grooves or ribs, openings, rows of holes), which for Attach different functional elements at selectable heights. Of course the longitudinal spars can also be closed with square tubes (in cross section) or be formed by T or double T profiles. Namely from aesthetic For reasons it is desirable if the fasteners only on one or two sides attack the profile (and do not have to encompass it from three sides).

Fig. 2 shows an example of a simple work station based on a large vertical one Frame 7. This is with a chassis 8 (which is perpendicular to the by the Frame 7 spanned plane extends) stabilized. The chassis 8 has z. B. cantilever with Feet 9.1, 9.2. Instead of the feet 9.1, 9.2, lockable rollers can also be provided be so that the whole workplace is mobile.

In frame 7 is at a suitable height (e.g. 70 to 80 cm above the ground - depending on the type of Workplace) a work surface 11 (small table top) installed. It protrudes through the Frame 7 spanned vertical plane. To stabilize the work surface 11 a diagonal or triangular strut element 12 can be provided. (A preferred way of attaching a table top is related below 12 explained.)

On the crossbar 13 of the frame 7 z. B. a lamp 14 attached. The electrification can be hidden in frame 7. In principle, a can be used to attach the lamp 14 standardized element can be used for the present furniture system, as it continues is explained below with reference to FIGS. 6 and 12. That is, there will be a clamping element with Coupling piece provided, which is suitable for a wide variety of applications (Attach a table top, a shelf, a lamp, etc.).

Fig. 3 shows a mobile functional unit (same scale as in Fig. 2). The frame 15 is e.g. B. only 150 cm high and has a chassis 16 with rollers 17.1, 17.2. The Body 18 is z. B. modularly composed of several boxes and fills almost the whole Height of the frame 15. It is placed in such a way that it extends through the frame 15 Protrudes level. He can U. also with the vertical longitudinal spars of the frame 15 be connected. The crossbar 19 can be used as a handle when moving or moving around serve the rolling furniture.

The units shown in FIGS. 2 and 3 have a uniform appearance due to the similar design of the two (only different in size) Frame 7 or 15.

The unit shown in Fig. 3 can be used as a personal filing cabinet or as a computer trolley be expanded. In the second case, z. B. computing and Printing unit arranged and a screen at the top. The screen can e.g. B. on one be inclined plate or bracket of the trolley.

A possible embodiment of the chassis will be explained in more detail with reference to FIGS. 4a, b become. This consists e.g. B. essentially of two side carriers (in Fig. 4a, b is only one shown and provided with the reference numeral 21) and a cross member 22. Das Chassis (side member 21 and cross member 22) is substantially H-shaped, the Cross member 22 in the present example not in the middle, but against one end of the side support 21 is inserted shifted.

At the ends of the side supports 21 rollers 24.1, 24.2 are articulated (as in mobile furniture or office chairs is known). The rollers 24.1, 24.2 can, if desired be provided with brakes or locks. The longitudinal spars z. B. 20 are over suitably trained robust connecting parts z. B. 23 rigid with the side supports 21st connected.

The closed frame is built as a whole on a chassis of the type described.

In Fig. 17, a bottom plate 105 is shown, which instead of the H-shaped chassis as Stand can be used. It is essentially made up of two side beams 106.1, 106.2 and a cover 107 are formed. The side carriers 106.1, 106.2 are on the frame 104 (at the lower corners). The cover fills the space between the side beams 106.1, 106.2. Will have multiple frames with floor panels placed next to each other in a line, the impression of a continuous one is created Plate.

It is not necessary (and partly not possible at all due to space constraints) that all are set up Frame have a chassis of the type described for stabilization. Therefore contains the interior decoration system also has a corner joint that allows it to be adjacent Frame z. B. to connect to each other at the corners or on the longitudinal spars. On a frame with a chassis can therefore be attached to a second frame without a chassis (where two vertical longitudinal bars come to stand next to each other). It is also possible to set up several frames at right angles to one another, so that there is mutual stabilization without a chassis at all would be required. If the frames are only connected at the corners, then they are Longitudinal bars free for fastening the desired functional elements.

5a, b show a simple embodiment for a corner connection 25. in the In principle, this is a (T-shaped) plate that is screwed in with 5.1 selectable angular position can be clamped. The corner connection 25 has z. B. in its anchoring part three holes for the non-rotatable anchoring at the upper corner of a second neighboring frame. A tongue formed by the corner connection 25 25.2 with a hole (for screw 5.1) provides the connection to the first frame ago.

The corner connection can also be equipped with a grid 27 which connects the two frames z. B. in a 30 ° grid. The grid 27 can thereby be realized that a fixing plate 26 is screwed onto the bracket 3.1, which over Ribs or grooves, which with corresponding grooves or ribs of the corner connection 25 interact.

9a and 9b show - as an alternative to the angularly variable just described Connection - two connecting pieces 57, 58 with fixed predetermined angles. With the connector So 57 can only be straight (i.e. 180 °) and with the connector 58 only 150 ° corner connections can be created. On the opposite end sides a recess 59, 60 is arranged with a narrowed entrance. The Furniture system, for example, has an entire set of fixed connectors different angles (e.g. 180 °, 165 °, 150 °, 135 °, 120 °).

FIGS. 10 and 11a, b illustrate how the plate-shaped connecting piece 57 in each case is attached to a corner of the frame. The connecting screw 5.1 (see also Fig. 1) passes through the recess 60. The placed on the connecting screw 5.1 Fastening capsule 65 has a section 65.1 with reduced at its lower end Cross-section. This section 65.1 fits exactly into the recess 60. The narrowing at the entrance of the recess 60 thus prevents the connecting piece 57 can be pulled perpendicular to the axis of the connecting screw 5.1. The narrowing is however somewhat wider than the diameter of the threaded part of the connecting screw 5.1. As a result, the mounting capsule must be used to insert the connector cannot be completely unscrewed; it is sufficient if it corresponds to the Thickness of the connector 57 is loosened or screwed back until the constriction pushed under section 65.1 and then the reduced section into the recess 60 can be lowered. Due to the narrowing, the corner connection can become do not loosen even if the connecting screw 5.1 or 5.2 loosen should.

On the long sides of the connecting piece 57 there are further recesses 61 to 64 provided, which also or alternatively used to secure the corner connection can be. A particularly preferred type of securing is that movable, spring-loaded locking elements penetrate into one of the lateral recesses 61 to 64, when the connector 57 is pushed into place.

This will be briefly explained with reference to FIGS. 11a, b. It is the corner connection at the bottom Shown at the end of the frame. The connector 66 (which, for example, as shown in Fig. 9a is formed) is at the lower corner of the frame, between the bracket 3.2 (see also FIG. 1) and the side support 21 of the chassis (see also FIGS. 4a, b). Around To facilitate assembly, a flat recess 67 is provided in the side support 21. This is just so big that the flat connecting piece 66 with little play space place. The width of the connecting piece 66 and thus the width of the recess 67 is smaller than the width of the bracket 3.2. It follows that the bracket 3.2 and thus the whole Frame not on the connector 66, but on the non-recessed top of the side support 21 rests. This has the advantage that even with a corner connection little effort can be created if the frame is already mounted on the chassis is. The connector 66 can simply be inserted into the slot which is formed by the recess 67 between the side member 21 and bracket 3.2. to Fixing the connector 66 in the slot is an integrated, spring-loaded in the side support 21 Detent element 75 is provided, which in a lateral recess (see Fig. 9a: 64 or 65) of the connector 66 can snap.

As can be seen in particular from FIG. 11b, there is an opening in the recess 67, through which a locking element 75 protrudes upwards. It sits on a sliding Capsule 78, which is pressed upwards by a spring 76. The locking element 75 is like this molded so that it is pushed through the connector 66 when inserted into the slot can be pressed down and snaps up as soon as the side recess (cf. reference number 63 in FIG. 9a). The connecting piece 66 is thus in the recess 67 locked.

In order to be able to release the lock again if necessary, there is a recess next to the recess 67 further opening for an unlocking button 77 is provided. This can e.g. B. with a Screwdriver are pressed down, the capsule 78 with the Locking element 75 is lowered. The connector 66 is thus released.

Fig. 6 shows a preferred embodiment for the profile of the longitudinal spar. In the outside dimension (outer walls 29.3 to 29.6), the profile 28 is essentially rectangular. The structure is S or Z-shaped. Two parallel walls 29.3, 29.4 are diagonal through extending walls 29.1, 29.2 connected. In the present example, between the walls 29.1, 29.2 a (in cross section) closed cavity 30 is formed.

Between the walls 29.1 and 29.3 respectively. 29.2 and 29.4 become V-shaped, open channels 31, 32 formed. The respective opening of a channel takes up about half of the narrow side of the profile 28 in claim. If necessary, cables 35 or lines can be inserted into the channels 31, 32 be inserted (e.g. for electrification or for data communication).

The lines can be permanently integrated in the corresponding channel. So z. B. a Plastic carrier with recessed conductors on one inside of the channel to be appropriate. That is, that all conductors responsible for the current routing are in the same Side wall of the channel are arranged sunk. This ensures that both conductors cannot be touched accidentally.

The strip-shaped openings (walls 29.5, 29.6) of the channels 31, 32 can, for. B. with Covers 33, 34 (made of plastic, sheet metal, etc.) are closed in an aesthetically pleasing manner become.

A particularly preferred type of cover 53 is shown in FIGS. 8a to 8c. she is V-shaped in cross-section. The two thickened longitudinal edges 54, 55 can to insert the cover 53 are pressed against each other. One of the two V-shaped mutually flanks of the cover 53 is at regular intervals provided with openings 56. Through this, the cable 35 from the longitudinal channel 31 of the Profile 28 are brought out.

In the following, reference is again made to FIG. 6. For attaching functional Elements (tables, presentation shelves, brackets etc.) can be clamped 36 can be provided, which engage in the opening of the channel 32 and on any selectable Height can be screwed. Such a clamping element 36 can, for. B. from two parts 36.1, 36.2 exist.

The part 36.1 engages with a jaw 41 in the channel 32 and there in a groove 40. The Part 36.2 is angular or L-shaped, so that it bears against the walls 29.4, 29.6 from the outside. Part 36.1 is clamped with a countersunk screw 42 in part 36.2.

The leg of part 36.2 which bears against wall 29.4 has a recess 37 for a nut 38. In the nut 38, which is held in the recess 37 in a rotationally fixed manner is, e.g. B. a threaded bolt 39 are screwed. (On this threaded bolt 39 the element to be fastened can then be screwed on.)

The profile shown in Fig. 6 is very stable and resilient. It combines mechanical / static and aesthetic advantages. The edges of the channel openings can possibly with be provided with fine teeth to make the fastened clamping elements more resilient 36 to enable.

Instead of the recess 37, the nut 38 and the threaded bolt 39 can on Clamping element 36 can also be provided with two outwardly projecting bolts, one of which Coupling piece can be placed and screwed tight. Such a construction is particularly suitable for attaching a work lamp. Of course you can also many other useful tools and aids to this simple Way to be attached to the frame. This is in line with the objective to provide a modular yet versatile interior system.

The wall 29.4 is on the inside of the frame, the wall 29.3 is on the outside of the frame, and the two Walls 29.5, 29.6 are located on the front (i.e. front and rear) of the frame.

Fig. 12 shows a possible construction for fastening a table top to a profile 6. The fastening device comprises an anchor plate 68, a clamping element 69 and a support bracket 70. The anchor plate 68 is with its inside 68.1 the wall of the profile lying on the inside of the frame (cf. wall 29.3 or 29.4 in FIG. 6). The clamping element 69 is provided with a rib 71 which extends into the channel 31 (cf. Fig. 6) of the profile can intervene. The clamping element 69 is with screws 72.1, 72.2 attached to the anchor plate 68. Anchor plate 68 and clamping element 69 lie over a large area on the profile and in this way ensure a very stable attachment.

A plate-shaped connecting part 73 is formed on the outside 68.2 of the anchor plate 68. It is arranged in the plane spanned by the frame. On the connector 73 the support bracket 70 is attached with screws 74.1, 74.2. The support beam 70 forms a right angle with the connecting part 73. That is, it protrudes vertically the vertical plane spanned by the frame.

The support bracket 70 is rigidly connected to the frame in the embodiment according to FIG. 12. Its top runs horizontally when the table top to be mounted on it should be horizontal. Of course, a table top can also work according to the same principle oblique d. H. be installed at an incline. It is enough to have an appropriately shaped one Support bracket to use.

An advantage of the construction described in Figure 12 is that it can be used first-mentioned elements - can also be mounted mirror-symmetrically. It So no "left" and "right" table supports have to be provided.

In the following, a preferred embodiment of a support of a container is said to be explained to the chassis.

13a-c shows a support element 79 in cross section, in the front view and in the view from above. It is Z. B. bent from a piece of sheet steel and has a rear wall 81, a tab 80 and two flanks 82, 83. The rear wall 81 has an opening 86 provided so that the support member 79 is screwed to the side of the side bracket 21 can be. The tab 80 is located at the upper end of the rear wall 81 and protrudes in the right angle to the rear wall 81 horizontally to the rear. When mounting the support element 79 on the side support 21, the tab 80 is located on the top of the side support 21 (see FIGS. 14a, b). The flanks 82, 83 form an in together with the rear wall 81 the top view C-shaped profile. They are bent forward and at a 90 ° angle form vertical surfaces. Both have an opening 84 and 85, respectively.

14 shows how the support element 79 is mounted. In the of the C-shaped A connecting pin 87 can be inserted in the space enclosed by the profile. He disposes via a nose 88 which hangs in one of the two openings 84, 85. On the connecting pin 87, a frame tube 89 of the container is placed. With a bolt 90 the frame tube 89 is attached to the connecting pin 87. It is now clear that those in the Opening 84 or 85 engaging nose 88 prevents the container from being lifted off the chassis can be.

The support element therefore has a simple but statically stable connection between the container and the chassis (pedestal). It can also be made of metal or Cast plastic. Incidentally, it is clear that such a connection is also open other way can be achieved. The container can e.g. B. directly with the stand be screwed.

15 shows a particularly preferred embodiment of a modular container. It several identical containers can be placed on top of each other. The lowest is in the just described type attached to the chassis.

Each container consists of two frame tubes 89, 91 and a cover 92 Frame tubes 89, 91 each have two vertical sections and a horizontal one their top ends. The frame tube 89 or 91 is thus designed like a C-shaped bracket. The cover 92 is composed of two symmetrical side walls 93, 94, an upper side 95 and a rear wall 96 assembled. The parts mentioned are preferably to connect the cover together by plugging them together.

In the cover 92 or in the angled upper edges of the side walls 93, 94 openings 97.1 to 97.4 are provided. In the appropriate places the below lying frame tubes 89, 91 are also openings. In these openings can be used in the same way as in the support element 79. In other words: just as the frame tubes are connected to the support elements, the frame tubes of the various container modules can also be connected in this way become.

On the inside of the frame tubes 89, 91 z. B. rails in which a drawer 98 can run. It is also recommended to provide a mechanism which prevents all the drawers of a multi-storey container at the same time can be opened. (Such mechanisms are known per se.) It is an advantage it if this mechanism is modular like the container. In other words: Each module contains a part of the mechanism mentioned, whereby when stacked the container modules the different parts of the mechanism mentioned together couple (e.g. in the manner of a plug-in system).

As can be seen from FIG. 16, the frame according to the invention is also suitable for folding table constructions. A hinge device 103 can be mounted in the vertical frame 99 become. It is preferably located in the frame level. The hinge device 103 carries a table top 100 at one end. At the other end of table top 100 are one and one fold-out legs 101 attached. The table top 100 is shown in FIG. 16 horizontal position in a vertical position (as indicated is also shown), then it can be fixed with a lock 102.

The rotating bearing of the table top does not have to be at the end. It is quite also possible to attach a joint in a central area of the long sides of the table top. In the vertical position, part of the table top is then down over the Protrude joint. This brings a counterweight to the handling of the folding table facilitated.

In a modification of the embodiment shown in FIG. 16, two tables can also be mirror-symmetrical be provided for frame 99. If the attachment to the frame in its Level, it is of course no longer possible to fold up the tables. At a Attachment outside the frame level, however, it is possible to use two non-interfering ones To provide joint devices.

It is advantageous if the table top can be removed from the articulated device in a few simple steps can be completely solved. The tables can then save space in a separate place be stacked.

7 illustrates some possibilities for realizing functional units with the interior design system according to the invention.

Two vertical frames with inserted acoustic walls (for sound insulation) can form a partition 43. The required stability can be guaranteed that the frames are at an angle to each other (use of a corner connection).

A mobile unit 44 can e.g. B. from a body in the lower part of the frame and one Work surface (at the height of a standing desk).

Personal corpuses 45, 47, 49 can be found in large numbers within an office facility are available (e.g. one for each employee in a team).

Several frames can also be arranged on a line next to one another to form a larger room divider 46. Some of the frames can be fitted with carcasses as needed be equipped (stabilization, storage space).

Computer workstations 48, 51 can e.g. B. from two or three construction elements to be created. The computer workstation 48 consists of a work surface, one below it arranged body (such as shown in Fig. 2) and one attached to the side Partition wall. In principle, the computer workstation 51 offers two people each their own Table. The frames equipped with the work surfaces are stable due to a partition connected and optically separated at the same time.

At the computer workstation 51 anti-glare surfaces are shown, which, for. B. below the upper crossbar are installed in the frame. Such anti-glare can, for. B. one Prevent disturbing light on a computer screen. Similarly, it is possible to provide a reflector for individual lighting of the workplace. The reflector is z. B. brightened and provided by a light source attached to the frame for diffuse lighting of the computer workstation.

It makes sense if the glare protection or reflector is mounted anywhere on the frame can be (e.g. on the side rails). A preferred way to integrate a Lighting fixture consists of placing it above the upper bracket. Preferably the lighting fixture is the same length as the bracket and is attached to the top Screwed corners of the frame. He shines his light z. B. only upwards (indirect Lighting). To the quality of such lighting regardless of the room height a reflector (e.g. a plastic shade) can be attached to the lamp become. Due to a fine wire construction, this is also on the top Supported corners of the frame.

The various carcasses can be placed in a specially provided storage space 52 ("Docking station") if they are not needed.

Finally, there is also a coffee bar 50 with a small round table and one Newspaper rack (presentation rack) shown.

7 makes it clear that a wide variety of furnishing elements can be constructed. The The entire facility is very flexible as it does not require any fixed installations and is modular is constructed. It is possible to add the different items later in a different arrangement and in different combinations. The constructive and optical unit is formed by the rectangular frame. In the present For example, the system is limited to a large frame for partitions, Room dividers, computer workstations etc. and small frames for mobile body elements.

In principle, any functional elements (screen brackets, Lights etc.) can be attached.

Limit the possible uses of the interior system according to the invention of course not on the office area. There are many possible uses namely in the automated or person-assisted service area, in the semi-public or public area or also in the production area. To be mentioned z. B. Communication terminals (from simple telephone boxes to computer terminals for international network access) or discussion, meeting and waiting zones, which with the help of partitions, presentation areas, storage areas, video display devices etc. can be created.

Conceptually, the vertical frame as a construction element forms the basis of the furniture system. By inserting areas and volumes, different function-specific Needs are met (desk, high table, inclinable surface, wall element, Screen, acoustic element, projection surface, pin board, container volume for Office utensils, books and files, technology volume for devices). There are lighting elements as required for direct or indirect lighting of the workplace, as well Cables for the electrical supply of tools and lights in or on the frame mountable. The stability of a particular frame is determined by appropriate corner connectors or bracket guaranteed. Additional stabilization can be suitable arrangement of the box elements (in the lower part of the frame) or by angled Connecting multiple frames can be achieved. Horizontal, in the frame suspended surfaces serve as storage and work surfaces. Your positioning is done e.g. B. via a predetermined grid in the profile rail or, if desired, via a Profile-guided stepless electrical or manual height adjustment. May also be possible the surfaces can be inclined. Vertical surfaces, such as privacy and Soundproofing elements are clamped into the frame.

The interior decoration system according to the invention can be easily supplemented existing furniture can be used. It should also be mentioned that, for example, computer furniture can be combined that are not on the frame according to the invention based.

It is understood that the exemplary embodiments shown in the figures are primarily for explanation of the concept. The frame elements, the chassis or boom, the Profile shape of the longitudinal spars and the corner connections can also be carried out in other ways his. In particular, the frame does not need straight longitudinal bars and crossbars to be composed. Stability, modularity and the visual and functional uniformity of the construction elements.

The characteristic element of the invention is the vertical frame. He unites the different functional units in both mechanical and aesthetic terms. In principle, every frame can be used on its own. 7 shows when using a plurality of the same frame, an interior, in which the different functional units both constructively and visually in one are mutually related.

The interior decoration system always has two or more different functional units (Work surfaces, carcasses, shelves etc.). These can be done in different ways Furniture can be assembled, but despite the differences in functional Units always give the viewer the same overall impression. In addition - more or less in blocks - additional units can be added without the Overall impression is changed significantly.

An important feature of the invention is that the functional units are closed Frames are always mounted so that they can pass through the flat vertical Protrude frame defined level. An advantage of this arrangement is that that the load on the frame is more or less central. That is, the focus each unit is near or even within the frame. It shouldn't go unmentioned remain that the assembly of the functional units according to the invention also one brings an exceptional aesthetic effect.

The central and characteristic structural element of the furniture system is - as already mentioned - formed by the statically stable, closed vertical frame. It essentially consists of two vertical longitudinal spars and two on the longitudinal spars the upper and lower ends rigidly connecting brackets. The advantage of this elementary Construction is e.g. B. the small footprint. This construction also shows a kind of symmetry, which enables an advantageous connection of several identical frames.

With the construction elements according to the invention, the most varied can be Realize floor plans. There are basically no fixed angles between neighboring frames (albeit a more or less fine grid in individual cases can be beneficial).

Claims (15)

1. Modular interior furnishing system,

   a) having a plurality of different functional units, such as table tops, shelves, containers, and one or more statically load-carrying construction elements of homogeneous form,

   b) the construction elements each being in the form of vertical frames (1) which are of rectangular form and which define a frame plane,

   c) which frame is formed by two vertical longitudinal struts (2.1, 2.2) and two stays (3.1, 3.2), which connect them horizontally, and the stays (3.1, 3.2) being fitted to the ends of the longitudinal struts (2.1, 2.2) and forming the corners of the rectangular frame,

   d) a chassis (8), which extends perpendicularly to the frame plane, at the bottom of the frame (7) and/or a connection to an adjacent second frame being provided in order to stabilise a given frame (7) in a vertical position, and

   e) the plurality of functional units being installed to extend through the frame plane which is defined by the associated frame,

   f) each construction element being an independent frame which is independent of another construction element by means of its two vertical longitudinal struts (2.1, 2.2) and the stays (3.1, 3.2) which connect them horizontally,
   characterised in that

   g) there are provided corner connection elements (25, 57, 58), by means of which two adjacent independent frames can be connected with the immediately mutually adjacent vertical longitudinal struts at the corners or at the longitudinal struts by means of corner connections which are releasable, if necessary.
2. Interior furnishing system according to claim 1, characterised in that the frame (1) has longitudinal struts (2.1, 2.2) having slots or ribs for fixing the functional units (for example, 11) at a randomly selectable height.
3. Interior furnishing system according to claim 1 or 2, characterised in that the frame (1) is provided with channels (30, 31) for cables and/or lines (35).
4. Interior furnishing system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that the frame (1) has an S-shaped or Z-shaped hollow profile (2.1, 2.2; 28).
5. Interior furnishing system according to claim 4, characterised in that a screw connection is provided in order to connect the transverse stays (3.1, 3.2) to one of the hollow profiles (2.1 or 2.2).
6. Interior furnishing system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterised in that the chassis (8) forms an H-shaped structure in a plane perpendicular to the frame plane.
7. Interior furnishing system according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterised in that a plurality of different elements having different fixed angles are provided for the corner connection in order to allow connection of adjacent frames at selectable angular positions.
8. Interior furnishing system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterised in that at least one - preferably modular - body (18), which can be installed in the bottom region of the frame (7; 15), is provided as a functional unit.
9. Interior furnishing system according to claim 8, characterised in that the body is supported on the chassis.
10. Interior furnishing system according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterised in that work surfaces (11), partition walls (43), lighting elements (14), reflector elements, anti-dazzle elements, presentation stands, screen holders and/or device holders are provided as functional units.
11. Interior furnishing system according to claim 1, characterised in that it comprises two structural elements of different sizes, that is to say, a high frame type and a frame type which is low in comparison, and in that, in the high frame type, a work surface (11), a partition wall (43), a shelf, an anti-dazzle element, a screen holder and/or a presentation stand is/are provided as a functional unit and, in the low frame type, a box.
12. Interior furnishing system according to claim 11, characterised in that the low frame type has, for stabilisation in the vertical position, a chassis (16) which extends perpendicularly to the frame plane and which has rollers (17.1, 17.2) at the bottom.
13. Interior furnishing system according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterised in that a fold-out desk construction is used in a frame as a functional unit.
14. Interior furnishing system according to claim 11, characterised in that at least one frame of the high frame type is provided, which frame is provided in the lower region with a body or container as a functional unit and, in the upper region, preferably with an acoustic partition wall.
15. Interior furnishing system according to any one of claims 1 to 14, characterised in that a connection piece (57, 58), which can be releasably fixed to the frame by resilient snap-in elements, is provided to create the corner connection which is releasable, if necessary.

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