EP0916795A1 - Dispositif de sécurité pour les endroits à risques d'écrasement et de coupe d'un vantail pivotant motorisé, vantail de fenêtre, porte ou similaire - Google Patents

Dispositif de sécurité pour les endroits à risques d'écrasement et de coupe d'un vantail pivotant motorisé, vantail de fenêtre, porte ou similaire Download PDF

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EP0916795A1
EP0916795A1 EP97120170A EP97120170A EP0916795A1 EP 0916795 A1 EP0916795 A1 EP 0916795A1 EP 97120170 A EP97120170 A EP 97120170A EP 97120170 A EP97120170 A EP 97120170A EP 0916795 A1 EP0916795 A1 EP 0916795A1
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05F—DEVICES FOR MOVING WINGS INTO OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION; CHECKS FOR WINGS; WING FITTINGS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, CONCERNED WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE WING
    • E05F15/00—Power-operated mechanisms for wings
    • E05F15/40—Safety devices, e.g. detection of obstructions or end positions
    • E05F15/42—Detection using safety edges
    • E05F15/48—Detection using safety edges by transmission of mechanical forces, e.g. rigid or movable members
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05F—DEVICES FOR MOVING WINGS INTO OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION; CHECKS FOR WINGS; WING FITTINGS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, CONCERNED WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE WING
    • E05F15/00—Power-operated mechanisms for wings
    • E05F15/40—Safety devices, e.g. detection of obstructions or end positions
    • E05F15/42—Detection using safety edges
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05Y—INDEXING SCHEME ASSOCIATED WITH SUBCLASSES E05D AND E05F, RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION ELEMENTS, ELECTRIC CONTROL, POWER SUPPLY, POWER SIGNAL OR TRANSMISSION, USER INTERFACES, MOUNTING OR COUPLING, DETAILS, ACCESSORIES, AUXILIARY OPERATIONS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, APPLICATION THEREOF
    • E05Y2600/00—Mounting or coupling arrangements for elements provided for in this subclass
    • E05Y2600/40—Mounting location; Visibility of the elements
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05Y—INDEXING SCHEME ASSOCIATED WITH SUBCLASSES E05D AND E05F, RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION ELEMENTS, ELECTRIC CONTROL, POWER SUPPLY, POWER SIGNAL OR TRANSMISSION, USER INTERFACES, MOUNTING OR COUPLING, DETAILS, ACCESSORIES, AUXILIARY OPERATIONS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, APPLICATION THEREOF
    • E05Y2900/00—Application of doors, windows, wings or fittings thereof
    • E05Y2900/10—Application of doors, windows, wings or fittings thereof for buildings or parts thereof
    • E05Y2900/13—Type of wing
    • E05Y2900/132—Doors
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05Y—INDEXING SCHEME ASSOCIATED WITH SUBCLASSES E05D AND E05F, RELATING TO CONSTRUCTION ELEMENTS, ELECTRIC CONTROL, POWER SUPPLY, POWER SIGNAL OR TRANSMISSION, USER INTERFACES, MOUNTING OR COUPLING, DETAILS, ACCESSORIES, AUXILIARY OPERATIONS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, APPLICATION THEREOF
    • E05Y2900/00—Application of doors, windows, wings or fittings thereof
    • E05Y2900/10—Application of doors, windows, wings or fittings thereof for buildings or parts thereof
    • E05Y2900/13—Type of wing
    • E05Y2900/148—Windows

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  • the invention is based on a safety device according to the preamble of patent claim 1.
  • the safety edge is intended for securing windows and / or doors, those with a power-operated rotary wing, tilting wing or folding wing or the like are provided.
  • Such safety devices are known, which are on the main or secondary closing edge of the movable wing are attached.
  • EP 0 654 576 A1 describes a safety contact rail for power-operated systems in which an electrical contact is closed in a spring-elastic hose when resistance occurs in the closing path.
  • EP 0 504 481 A1 describes an elastic profile strip which contains a pressure hose.
  • DE-OS 34 22 228 describes a transmitting and receiving device working with wave radiation for detecting obstacles in the range of motion of an automatic system.
  • EP 0 592 927 B1 describes a device for limiting the closing force of a power-operated system.
  • the invention has for its object a safety device of the beginning to develop the type mentioned, the risk of pinching at crushing Significantly reduced shear points.
  • the security device should be inexpensive be producible. It should be low in existing door or window systems Effort can be retrofitted.
  • the invention solves the problem with the subject matter of claim 1 by a Switch device arranged on the frame, adjacent to the counter closing edge becomes.
  • the securing device consists of a Safety edge, which is in the area of the counter closing edge outside of the with the wing fixed Closing edge in overlapping area coming from frame is arranged.
  • This arrangement makes it possible to use the safety device Can be attached to various types of windows with little installation effort and / or retrofit.
  • the main and secondary closing edges are the wing-side, wing-fixed closing edges.
  • the counter closing edges are on the frame side, fixed to the frame.
  • the safety edge can, for example with a saw, according to the dimensions the window can be cut to length, so that universal use with different Window is possible.
  • the safety edge is for use with low voltage (e.g. 24 V) or mains voltage (230 V) as well as for direct and alternating current suitable. This means that it can be used universally with different drive motors and all known electric drive systems, e.g. Actuator, Spindle drive or chain drive possible.
  • the drive motor by the actuation the safety edge is not only switched off, but also afterwards still reverses its direction of movement.
  • the tilting window shown in Figure 1 consists of a window sash 1 which is rotatably mounted in the hinge bands 2 about the horizontal axis.
  • the wing 1 is coupled to the electric drive 4 in its upper region via the scissors 3.
  • the scissors can be designed as conventional skylight scissors, as described for example in DE-OS 31 40 855. It has a scissor-type bearing that is fixed to the frame, in which a scissor-link device is guided, which is suspended at its other, free end in a wing-fixed bracket 3a.
  • the handlebar device is driven by the drive motor 4 via a push rod 3b.
  • the electric drive motor 4 is fixed to the frame; the push rod is guided on the frame.
  • the tilting wing 1 has the so-called main closing edge on its upper horizontal spar 8 on that with the counter closing edge 9 on the horizontal frame spar cooperates.
  • On the vertical edges of the tilting wing 1 are the shearing secondary closing edges 8s formed with the counter closing edges 9s interact on the vertical frame spars. These counter closing edges 9s are called shearing counter closing edges.
  • the bottom sash On the hinge-side horizontal edge, the bottom sash has the hinge-side secondary closing edge 8b, with the hinge-side counter closing edge 9b at the bottom horizontal frame spar interacts.
  • each safety edge has at least two switches 6.
  • the left and right switching strips are electrically connected by the connecting strip 13, which is guided in Figure 1 on the hinge-side counter closing edge 9b.
  • the connecting strip consists of a multi-core electrical Connection line, which is preferably covered with a U-profile.
  • the connecting bar is designed as a safety edge to one additional crush and pinch protection on the hinge-side edge of the wing to obtain.
  • FIG. 2 shows in cross section the arrangement of the switching strip 5 on the frame 11.
  • the switching strips are mounted in a fixed manner on the frame, adjacent to the shearing counter closing edge 9s outside the area of the shearing counter closing edge 9s that overlaps with the shearing secondary closing edge 8s, for example 3 mm from the end of the coverage area removed.
  • the safety edge in Fig. 2 has a profile housing which overlaps the switch, not shown here.
  • FIG. 3 shows a basic circuit diagram of the electrical circuit of drive motor 4 and the switches 6.
  • the drive motor receives its operating voltage, for example 24 V direct current, via the switches 6 connected in series.
  • the switches are mechanically connected to the housing 10 of the safety edge. If an object or a body part (e.g. fingers) is now placed between the frame 11 and the tilting window sash during the closing process of the tilting sash, this also exerts pressure on the safety edge, which is located in the immediate vicinity of the clamping or crushing point. By pressing the safety edge, at least one of the switches 6 is actuated. As a result, the power supply to the drive motor and thus the closing process of the tilting wing is interrupted.
  • an object or a body part e.g. fingers
  • FIG 4 shows a cross section through a safety edge.
  • the housing of the safety edge consists of a U-shaped profile, preferably made of aluminum.
  • a further U-profile of smaller cross-section is formed, which is clipped onto the fastening strip 16.
  • the housing 10 is pressed with its U-shaped recess over the fastening strip 16, the housing lugs 10a snapping into corresponding recesses in the fastening strip and ensuring a secure hold of the switching strip.
  • the fastening strip 16 is screwed onto the frame 11 with screws 15.
  • the screws 15 are preferably self-tapping screws with countersunk head.
  • the fastening strip has corresponding countersunk holes for the screws, so that a low overall height can be achieved.
  • the switch 6 preferably a water-protected microswitch, snapped into a corresponding profile recess on the inside wall of the housing.
  • the housing is profiled so that the switch is clipped directly into the housing can be.
  • the switch button 14 is on the lower, facing the frame Side of the switch 6 arranged. Due to the profile shape and the one-sided Fastening the housing, the safety edge has the option of joining Pressure on the housing to be able to turn elastically around the longitudinal axis. Becomes now put pressure on the housing, e.g. through an object between Frame and window sash, so the housing is depressed while doing so deformed so elastically that the switch button 14 against the frame 11th is pressed. This opens the switch and the circuit to the drive motor interrupted.
  • the switch button is on the lower, the frame facing side of the switch 6 arranged.
  • the switch 6 is on the inner wall in the area of that housing leg arranged, the clipped on the mounting bracket 16 housing leg opposite.
  • the electrical connecting lines 17 connected to the switch 6 are watertight and cast electrically insulating. This creates a suitable protection against accidental contact and short-circuit protection of the electrical lines even when operated with Mains voltage (e.g. 230 V) ensured. Protection against condensation is also possible guaranteed.
  • Mains voltage e.g. 230 V
  • the safety edge Due to the profile design, it is possible to switch the safety edge with just one microswitch to be provided., which is preferably arranged in the middle part of the safety edge is.
  • the profile is so stiff that the switch from any point on the housing can be operated from.
  • FIG. 5 shows a cross section through another embodiment of the safety edge.
  • the housing 10 consists of a resilient material, preferably of plastic.
  • the housing In the operating state, the housing has a closed, rectangular cross section.
  • the lower right housing part is designed as a flexible bearing 18, around which the upper housing half can be rotated in the longitudinal direction with respect to the lower housing half.
  • the bottom of the lower half of the housing is screwed onto the frame.
  • the bottom merges with the upper part of the housing on its right side.
  • the upper housing part has a U-shaped cross section and is made in one piece with the bottom, so that the entire housing has a substantially rectangular cross section.
  • the housing In the lower left area, the housing has a dividing joint 19. It is designed so that the upper housing part can engage and snap into the lower housing part under slight pressure.
  • the parting line is designed so that the upper housing part to the lower housing part can move perpendicular to the frame so far that the switch 6 can be operated.
  • the switch 6, preferably a microswitch, is received in a U-shaped recess in the upper housing part. Its switch button 14 just touches the lower part of the housing from the inside or is just above it in the operating position. If pressure is now exerted on the safety edge, the upper part of the housing together with the switch is moved towards the lower part of the housing and the switch button is pressed in. This will open the switch.
  • the safety edge shown in FIG. 5 is fastened by means of screws 15, the directly at several positions spatially offset from the switches 6 can be screwed into the frame 11 through holes in the lower housing part. A separate fastening strip is not necessary.
  • Fig. 5 Due to the formula elasticity of the switching strip shown in Fig. 5 are in the Safety edge several (at least two) switches 6 arranged in series, to ensure reliable switching at every point when touching the safety edge to enable.
  • Figure 6 shows in cross section another embodiment of the safety edge with a housing 10 made of relatively dimensionally stable material, preferably a U-profile made of aluminum.
  • the housing overlaps a fastening strip 16 which is complementary in cross-sectional shape to the housing and has a slightly smaller height than the housing.
  • the housing lugs 10a encompass a corresponding chamfer on each side of the fastening strip 16.
  • the fastening strip is preferably made of plastic. At the same time, it forms a guide for the housing, which enables the housing to move perpendicularly to the frame.
  • the microswitch 6 and the insulated cable connection 17 are arranged in a recess in the fastening strip.
  • the switch button 14 belonging to the switch 6 points away from the frame and towards the inside of the U-profile.
  • the switch button In the rest position, the switch button just touches the housing 10 from the inside or is located just below the housing. If pressure is now exerted on the housing, the housing moves in the direction of the frame 11. This causes the switch button 14 to be pressed in and the switch is opened. The housing is moved back by one or more springs 21 (see FIG. 7), one end of which is against the housing from the inside and the other end against the fastening strip.
  • FIG. 7 shows a section through the embodiment of the safety edge shown in FIG. 6, but cut in another area.
  • the compression spring element 21, which is arranged in a corresponding recess in the fastening strip 16, pushes the housing away from the fastening strip until the housing lug 10a rests on the bevel edge of the fastening strip.
  • a restoring force is generated by the spring element 21, which moves the housing back into its starting position after it has been pressed in the direction of the frame 11.
  • the fastening strip 16 is screwed to the frame 11 by screws 15.
  • the housing 10 is pushed over the mounting strip for assembly, until the housing lugs 10a snap into the chamfers of the fastening strip 16.
  • the safety edges shown in Figures 1 to 7 are designed so that they in simple way, e.g. with a saw.
  • the safety edge length can thus depend on the installation conditions of different window variants be shortened. This can simplify production, since only a small number of length variants of the safety edge must be manufactured, to enable universal installation on all common window models.
  • the safety edge contains a pressure hose. Will pressure exerted on the safety edge, the electrical resistance of the Hose. As a result, the drive motor can be switched off via a suitable control become.
  • the pressure change in the Pressure hose operated a pneumatic switch, which also drives the drive motor switches off.
  • pressure is applied by means of a suitable control the safety edge of the drive motor is switched off and then in the opposite direction switched on again for a certain period of time. This will create a Additional security is achieved as more time is available to a tight-fitting Remove body part or object from the danger area.
  • the frame is provided with a groove in which the safety edge can be inserted so that it is only as far over the The frame surface protrudes like this for safe operation in the event of danger is required. This design creates the visual appearance the window system improved.

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EP97120170A 1997-11-18 1997-11-18 Dispositif de sécurité pour les endroits à risques d'écrasement et de coupe d'un vantail pivotant motorisé, vantail de fenêtre, porte ou similaire Expired - Lifetime EP0916795B1 (fr)

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AT97120170T ATE199432T1 (de) 1997-11-18 1997-11-18 Sicherungseinrichtung gegen quetsch- und scherstellen eines drehbar gelagerten motorisch angetriebenen flügels eines fensters, einer tür oder dergleichen
EP97120170A EP0916795B1 (fr) 1997-11-18 1997-11-18 Dispositif de sécurité pour les endroits à risques d'écrasement et de coupe d'un vantail pivotant motorisé, vantail de fenêtre, porte ou similaire
DE59703066T DE59703066D1 (de) 1997-11-18 1997-11-18 Sicherungseinrichtung gegen Quetsch- und Scherstellen eines drehbar gelagerten motorisch angetriebenen Flügels eines Fensters, einer Tür oder dergleichen

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US6568130B1 (en) 1999-09-17 2003-05-27 Marantec Antriebs-Und Steuerungstechnik Gmbh & Co. Kg Safety contact rail including a freely moving contact element and hollow profile situated thereabout
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US3031546A (en) * 1960-02-04 1962-04-24 Nathan T Williams Toe actuated safety device for automatic doors
EP0087977A2 (fr) * 1982-03-01 1983-09-07 Besam Aktiebolag Système de porte rotative
DE4337059A1 (de) * 1993-10-29 1995-05-04 Klemens Schlachter Anordnung zur Notabschaltung eines motorischen Antriebes zum Schließen von Dreh- und/oder Kippfenstern

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US3031546A (en) * 1960-02-04 1962-04-24 Nathan T Williams Toe actuated safety device for automatic doors
EP0087977A2 (fr) * 1982-03-01 1983-09-07 Besam Aktiebolag Système de porte rotative
DE4337059A1 (de) * 1993-10-29 1995-05-04 Klemens Schlachter Anordnung zur Notabschaltung eines motorischen Antriebes zum Schließen von Dreh- und/oder Kippfenstern

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US6568130B1 (en) 1999-09-17 2003-05-27 Marantec Antriebs-Und Steuerungstechnik Gmbh & Co. Kg Safety contact rail including a freely moving contact element and hollow profile situated thereabout
US11566462B2 (en) * 2019-03-25 2023-01-31 Il Shik Yoon Safety system for automatic door

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