EP1388620A2 - Connection element for a mounting system - Google Patents

Abstract

Connecting element (1) for a mounting system consisting of several supports, especially for a mounting system with system supports, comprises a first arm (2) and at least one second arm (3). At least one of the arms has a slot (4, 5) for fixing the connecting element to a support or a substructure using a fixing element which passes through the slot. The arm has at least over the length of the slot catch devices (6, 7) in which the counter-catch device of a fixing element engages. Preferred Features: The catch devices are arranged on the side of the arm facing away from the support. The catch devices are a tooth arrangement with a tooth pitch of preferably 2.5 mm.

Description

Technical area

The invention relates to a connection element for a mounting system comprising a plurality of supports, in particular for a mounting system with system carriers, wherein the carriers have openings, which at a predefined distance on at least one of the outer walls of the Carriers are arranged. The connecting element has a first leg and at least a second leg, wherein at least one of the legs at least one slot for fastening the connecting element to a carrier or to a substrate by means of a fastening element that can be passed through the at least one elongated hole is.

State of the art

For industrial installations with heavy loads, eg. B. for large pipes, be Constructions made of steel. The individual components of the steel structure become usually welded together. Welding may only be done by specialized Craftsmen are created and are laborious in the making. Subsequent adjustments and modifications of the construction are only conditionally possible. In explosive Areas may, without a complex approval process and additional provisional, structural measures no welds are created.

Mounting systems for medium and heavy loads are known which comprise system carriers, wherein the system carrier openings on the outer walls in a predetermined Have distance. At these openings, several fasteners for Connecting the individual components together along the system carrier in one, the distance the openings are arranged corresponding grid.

A disadvantage of the known solution is that the known system carrier and the corresponding Connecting parts have a high weight and mounting a high Personnel expenses required. Furthermore, one is in the known mounting systems bound to the given grid (eg 50 mm). Fine adjustments are made with these systems not possible. To ensure the flexibility of known systems these a variety of different, trained on special conditions fasteners.

Presentation of the invention

The object of the invention is to provide a connecting element for a mounting system, this is a simple and flexible mounting of the carrier to be connected to the mounting system guaranteed, as well as subsequent changes and additions to the created construction allows.

The object is solved by the features of claim 1. According to the invention a connection element for a mounting system of a plurality of carriers, in particular for a Mounting system with system carriers, wherein the carriers have openings in one predefined distance arranged on at least one of the outer walls of the carrier are, a first leg and at least a second leg, wherein at least one of the legs at least one slot for fixing the connecting element a support or on a substrate by means of a fastener, the through which at least one slot can be passed. At least one leg has at least over the length of the at least one slot latching means, in the counter-locking means a fastener can be brought into engagement.

The locking means and, with the locking means engaged counter-locking means arise a positive connection, allowing a high level of security against failure of the given the connection created in accordance with the invention. This in the locking means engaging counter-locking means of the fastener prevents unintentional Slipping of the positioned connector. With the at least one Slot can advance the connecting element along its length along the carrier be, with the positioning and attachment of the connecting element from the grid the openings of the carrier is largely detached. The distance between the individual locking elements the latching means are the individual, possible adjustment steps for the connecting element in front. In addition to the arrangement of the inventive connecting element on a Carrier can use the connecting element with one of its legs on a substrate, such as a floor, a wall or a ceiling of a building, mounted and serve as a connection for the wearer to this subsoil. With suitable fasteners is the assembly of the connecting element on different materials, such as concrete masonry, natural stone and the like, possible. Corresponding The three - dimensional shape of the construction to be created becomes the Angled legs to each other. Preferably, the connecting elements by a few standard parts, the most common types of connection cover.

In order to arrange the connecting element over the entire length of the carrier, corresponds the length of the at least one slot at least the sum of the distance the openings in the outer wall of the carrier and the clearance, respectively the diameter of these openings. Thus, a stepless, along the grid of the Detent means tuned adjustment of the connecting element created on the carrier. For heavy loads, the connecting cross-section of just one fastener often not enough to clear the load over the connection. To increase the connection cross section Therefore, two or more fasteners are provided. Is no adjustment of the connecting element on the carrier may be required in the previously described Execution of the elongated hole a maximum of two fasteners are arranged. For example, to arrange two fasteners and the connecting element nevertheless, position in the preferred manner along the entire length of the wearer to be able to correspond to the minimum length of the appropriate slot at least the Sum of twice the distance of the openings in the outer wall of the carrier and the clear width, or the diameter of these openings. Is no adjustment of the connecting element on the carrier may be required in the previously described Execution of the elongated hole a maximum of three fasteners are arranged.

In a preferred embodiment, all legs of the inventive connecting element a slot on. If the length of at least one leg is a multiple the predefined distance of the openings in the carrier, can on this leg more be provided as a slot. The remaining material section between the Slotted holes improve the strength of the two slotted leg, opposite a leg provided with a long, continuous slot. To guarantee the flexibility of the possible uses of the inventive connecting element Locking means are provided in the region of all arranged oblong holes. The first leg and the at least second leg preferably have a different one Length on what the uses of the connecting element in addition elevated. Is for structural reasons, the positioning of a connecting element on the Height of the openings desired in the outer walls of the carrier, one of the Leg instead of a slot one, preferably to the openings in the outer walls having the carrier corresponding, opening. This opening can be one Having the opening surrounding area with locking means, so that the counter-locking means of the Fastening element can engage in this locking means.

Since the predefined spacing of the openings in the carrier is preferably the same for all carriers is large and the openings are arranged on all outer walls of the carrier and the locking means of the connecting element locking elements with a predefined distance has, the assembly and planning of the construction to be created is simplified. Measuring distances for positioning of fasteners and special adjustments the fasteners are reduced to a minimum. An adaptation opposite planning, a subsequent change and an extension of the construction anytime possible. In addition, a simple disassembly of the construction and reuse given the individual components. If the fastener dissolved, respectively removed, the connector may be at a different position this or to be reused in another construction.

Preferably, the second leg is aligned substantially perpendicular to the first leg is optionally, wherein optionally both legs each have at least one slot and at least Have locking means over the length of the at least one slot. The connecting element is formed in this embodiment as an angle element. A leg of the connecting element is arranged, for example, on a vertically oriented carrier and positioned by means of the locking means to the desired height. The at the vertical aligned carrier to be connected is placed on the second leg and fixed. If the second leg of the connecting element also has a slot, the assembly of the carrier to be connected is substantially simplified, since component and structural tolerances can be compensated. Is the area of the slot of the second leg additionally provided with a locking means is during the entire assembly process by means of, engaging in the latching means Gegenrastmittels a temporary holder by the positive connection to the final fix the tie-send Guaranteed carrier on the vertically oriented carrier. In addition to the advantageous installation At the same time it improves the safety of everyone involved in the construction process. This connecting element is particularly advantageous for constructions that in the so-called Frame construction to be created. If the system carrier described above for Creation of the construction used, the fastener can be at any height and in be arranged every direction of the system carrier. Any designs three-dimensional Constructions are possible.

The angle-shaped connecting element can, for example, as a connection of a carrier to a substrate, as a so-called foot element for the construction used are preferably at least two connecting elements for fixing the carrier are arranged on the ground. Depending on a connecting element z. B. to the opposite Outside of the carrier or a connecting element is at least one of the outsides of the carrier is provided in the X and Y axis of the carrier.

Advantageously, the second leg is designed as a connection element, wherein the connection element from a profile section, preferably made of a hollow profile section is and the connecting element openings for fixing a carrier by means of fastening means has, which can be passed through the openings in the connection element. The connecting element is in this embodiment as a substantially self-supporting Console trained. The first leg is, as already stated on a first carrier or a substrate attached. For example, the first leg is vertical to one fixed carrier aligned, can be an end-to-end connection of the carrier to be connected be created with the vertically oriented carrier. The length of the connection element depends on the loads to be accepted. Preferably, at least two fastening means for fixing the carrier to be connected to the connection element intended. In addition to the preferred production of the connection element from a hollow profile section, the connecting element may have a U-shaped configuration, wherein the Leg of the U-shaped connecting element, for example, a web or flange of the include carrier to be connected. Next can profile sections of an L-shaped profile or a flat steel can be arranged as a connection element. It is preferred in each case a pair of these profile sections in the X and Y direction of the carrier to be connected provided on the first leg of the connecting element, for. B. by means of a weld. The configuration of the connection element is essentially of the cross-sectional shape of connected to the carrier and the existing loads.

Preferably, the connecting element has a third leg, wherein the third Leg is optionally arranged in the same plane as the first leg, at least a slot and at least over the length of the at least one slot latching means, in the counter-locking means of a fastener can be brought into engagement. The first Leg and the third leg form the so-called base plate of the connecting element, which is connectable to a support or on a substrate. The to be connected Carrier is attached to the second leg. With the size of the base plate and the axis distance of the fastening means has this embodiment of the connecting element better leverage than a two-legged version of the connecting element on. Higher torque forces can be transmitted via the connecting element to the first Carrier, or be transferred to the ground, which is why this Connecting element particularly suitable as a foot element of a construction. With the in the first and third leg arranged slots can be through, through these slots passed through fastening means corresponding to the openings in the first carrier, or position in the underground. For example, if the connector is arranged on a vertically oriented support prevent those in the long holes provided latching means unintentional slipping of the positioned connecting element and facilitate the installation significantly. It can, for example, in the third Leg the provisionally provided by the counter-locking fastener the slot and one of the openings of the carrier for temporary mounting of the connecting element be passed and the at least one, further fastener, without additional support or retention of the connecting element during this setting process, through the slot of the first leg and the corresponding opening be passed in the carrier.

Preferably, the outer contour of the connection element is substantially complementary formed to the inner contour of the carrier, so that the carrier via the connection element is slidable, whereby the carrier to be connected already in this assembly step provisionally is held. Is it connected to the carrier to a hollow profile system carrier with a substantially rectangular cross-sectional shape, has the connecting element preferably a rectangular cross-section, whose outer dimensions preferably only slightly smaller than the inner dimension of the hollow profile system carrier are. The attachment means is preferred until partial deformation of the clamped over the connecting element pushed carrier, so that a shape and frictional connection results and a game is taken out of the connection.

In a variant according to the invention, the inner contour of the connecting element is in Substantially complementary to the outer contour of the carrier is formed, so that the carrier can be inserted into the connection element. Also in this embodiment of the connecting element the carrier to be connected is already provisional in this assembly step held. The connection element has, for example, a rectangular cross-section whose internal dimensions are only slightly larger than the external dimensions of the are to be connected carrier. Is it connected to the carrier to be connected a system carrier, the inner contour of the connection element complementary to the outer contour be formed of the system carrier. The fastening means is preferably up clamped to the partial deformation of the connection element, so that a shape and frictional connection results and a game is taken out of the connection.

Preferably, the connection element has a substantially rectangular configuration on, wherein the connecting element with respect to its center of gravity in cross section an X and Y axis has. The mutually parallel outer walls of the connecting element have opposite openings, so that the fastener by the connecting element and the carrier to be connected can be passed. Each of the outer walls of the connection element are preferably provided with openings for attachment provided to be connected to the carrier. The openings for the passage of the fastener are arranged substantially parallel to a plane passing through the first leg of the connecting element is formed and preferably have a configuration on, the twisting of the fastener during clamping of the fastener prevented without the use of a counter-agent. Is the connection element a solid profile may provide a bore instead of a through hole be having an internal thread for arranging a screw as a fastener. Furthermore, in a connection element made of a hollow profile, the opening in the outer wall with an internal thread for engagement of a screw as a fastener be provided. The opening can also be provided with a collar which the Arrangement of a sufficient number of threads to ensure the connection allows. As a variant, can be made on the inside of the made of a hollow profile Connection element at the openings a nut for receiving a screw as a fastener be welded on.

Preferably, several, optionally aligned perpendicular to each other, openings in several, parallel planes provided. With a frontal connection a carrier is for reasons of most existing load as well as constructive Reasons attachment in at least two axes preferred. The section of the connection element Therefore, preferably has a length, so that at least one fastening means in the X direction and at least one fastener in the Y direction, respectively can be provided based on the cross section of the connection element. With the crosswise and the preferred positive and non-positive connection is the to the Connection element connected carrier fixed in all degrees of freedom. In a variant For this purpose, the connecting element in the longitudinal direction of the outer walls elongated holes on what the orientation of the to be connected to the connection element carrier simplified, since the fastener can be infinitely positioned. A form fit the connection is not given. The ends of the slots prevent slipping of the carrier connected to the connection element, if the ones acting on the connection Forces become too big for them.

Advantageously, the locking means on the side facing away from the carrier of the leg arranged. The connecting element can move along the carrier on the Glide outside surface. A fastener having a counter-latching means becomes after reaching the desired position of the connecting element on the carrier the opening of the connecting element and the or the openings of the carrier passed and fixed by means of bracing the fastener. In a first variant to it can the locking means on the, the carrier, or the background facing Be provided side of the thigh. When bracing the fastener is the Locking means pressed into the surface of the carrier, or the substrate and creates a positive connection. In a further variant, the carrier may preferably have over its entire length the Gegenrastmittel, in which the, on the carrier-facing side of the leg arranged locking means engages and so the creation of a positive connection allows.

Preferably, the locking means comprise a toothing, wherein the tooth pitch of the toothing preferably 2.5 mm. With this division, individual locking steps of 2.5 mm or a multiple of it possible. This design of the locking means covers a large part the practical, constructive requirements for the execution of a Assembly systems. The toothing is preferred to the desired Verstellraster and the Existing load effect matched. This results z. B. the required number the meshing teeth of the teeth of the latching and counter-latching means, the geometry, the width and the depth of the arranged toothing. Is a finer example Gradation of the resulting from the latching and counter-locking means grid desired the pitch of the locking and counter-locking means can be reduced. For heavy loads can the pitch of the locking and counter-locking means z. B. also enlarged and with a deeper configuration of the teeth are formed. For example, it is the locking means to a so-called prism teeth. Further opportunities for training of the locking means provide arranged on a leg racks or spaced Wells, such. B. grooves and the like.

Preferably, the connecting element has at least one bead. With the beading is at a minimal use of material reaches a maximum rigidity of the connecting element. In other words, can at a certain thickness of the thigh a higher load to be taken by this, as for example in a flat configuration of the thigh is possible.

Advantageously, the toothing in at least one of the bead walls of the at least one Beading arranged. The teeth can be rolled or embossed on the bead wall. By This machining process, the material of the connecting element in the field of Teeth compressed, which leads to an increase in strength. For the engagement of the counter-locking means and to create a positive connection, the available Standing surface of the bead walls normally made, so that a secure attachment of the Connecting element and the, connected by these fasteners straps is guaranteed.

In a variant according to the invention, a surface area which at least indicates this a slot surrounds, latching means on. With this configuration of the connecting element ensures a large engagement surface of the counter-locking means in the locking means. Such a thing trained fastener is for use in heavy duty constructions suitable.

Preferably, the locking means are parallel to each other, transversely to the at least one Long hole. Is the connecting element, for example, on a vertically oriented carrier arranged, the load is transverse to the orientation of the locking means. Especially in a combination of a toothing transverse to the direction of force and one on the, the Carrier side facing away toothing and one communicating with the locking means Geometry of the rear grip part results in a secure, positive connection, which allows a finingerasterte positioning of the connecting element on the carrier.

Advantageously, the outer contour of at least one leg is complementary to the Outer contour of at least one, connectable to the connecting member carrier. system support a mounting system often have contoured outer surfaces. Despite one minimal material thickness, high loads can be absorbed by the connecting element become. The leg formed complementary to the outer contour lies flat against the outer contour of the system carrier. When mounting the connecting element on the first carrier is given by the interlocking design of the two elements a guide, which makes assembly easier.

Preferably, the fastening element for fastening the connecting element on a support a screw means with a rear grip part, wherein the rear engagement part of the Counter-locking means, and wherein the counter-locking means optionally comprises a toothing. The rear engagement part is, for example, a separate metal plate, which with the locking means having corresponding counter-locking means. The rear grip part can further a washer or a screw head on which the counter-locking means formed directly is. The rear engagement part preferably engages with the screw means in a manner secure against rotation or is connected to this fixed, for example, insoluble. Through the mesh the latching means with the counter-locking means is the screw means during clamping of the same held against rotation. To guide the screw when setting in the openings of the Connecting elements and the carriers connected by these can be connected to the screw means Guiding surfaces are provided which provide a predefined guidance of the screw means Already during the setting process. For example, the openings in the straps designed as square holes. The screw means therefore preferably has plane surfaces on, which are tuned to these square holes in the straps. The width of the The elongated elements provided for the connecting elements, corresponds in this embodiment preferably the clear width of the square holes.

Preferably, the fastening element comprises a spring-loaded pressure mechanism for clamping the fastening element with the connecting element. A spring element is preferably between a nut and the side of the carrier on the screw means disposed opposite to the side of the carrier on which the connecting element is arranged is. The spring element is for example a spiral spring, a leaf spring, a conical wound spring or the like. The spring element is on through the openings Part of the fastener guided by the carrier, before arranging the Nut provided for clamping the fastener on the carrier. Before the final Fixation of, to be arranged on the carrier connecting element, by pressure on the mother trained as a rear grip part and provided with the Gegenrastmittel Element is lifted from the locking means of the connecting element. With a one-handed Movement, the connecting element can be repositioned. By releasing the mother of the fastener snaps the counter-locking means in the locking means and the connecting element is held on the carrier. The fasteners can be in a Variiante to be designed as so-called quick-release nuts in corresponding openings in the connecting element, or in the carriers can be inserted. Such Quick-release nuts, for example, are like quick release nuts of installation systems designed for pipe fittings on C-shaped mounting rails.

From the following detailed description and the totality of the claims result further advantageous embodiments and feature combinations of the invention.

Brief description of the drawings

Fig. 1

Eine perspektivische Ansicht eines ersten Ausführungsbeispiels eines erfindungsgemässen Verbindungselements;

Fig. 2

eine perspektivische Ansicht eines zweiten Ausführungsbeispiels eines erfindungsgemässen Verbindungselements;

Fig. 3

eine Draufsicht eines dritten Ausführungsbeispiels eines erfindungsgemässen Verbindungselements;

Fig. 3a

einen Detailausschnitt der Fig. 3;

Fig. 4

eine Seitenansicht des gemäss dem dritten Ausführungsbeispiel ausgebildeten Verbindungselements;

Fig. 5

einen Längsschnitt des gemäss dem dritten Ausführungsbeispiel ausgebildeten Verbindungselements entlang der Schnittlinie V-V der Fig. 3;

Fig. 6

eine Draufsicht eines vierten Ausführungsbeispiels eines erfindungsgemässen Verbindungselements;

Fig. 7

eine Ansicht eines Befestigungselements; und

Fig. 8

eine Ansicht auf ein Hintergreifteil des Befestigungselements.

The invention will be explained in more detail below with reference to three exemplary embodiments. Show it:

Fig. 1

A perspective view of a first embodiment of a connecting element according to the invention;

Fig. 2

a perspective view of a second embodiment of a connecting element according to the invention;

Fig. 3

a plan view of a third embodiment of a connecting element according to the invention;

Fig. 3a

a detail of Fig. 3;

Fig. 4

a side view of the formed according to the third embodiment, the connecting element;

Fig. 5

a longitudinal section of the formed according to the third embodiment of the connecting element along the section line VV of Fig. 3;

Fig. 6

a plan view of a fourth embodiment of a connecting element according to the invention;

Fig. 7

a view of a fastener; and

Fig. 8

a view of a rear engagement part of the fastener.

Basically, the same parts are provided with the same reference numerals in the figures.

Ways to carry out the invention

Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of a first embodiment of an inventive Connecting element. The angle element 1 is formed unequal and comprises a first leg 2 and a second leg 3, wherein the first Leg 2 has a length which is longer than the length of the second leg 3. The Angle element is made for example of a flat steel or sheet as a punched / bent part. In the first leg 2, a slot 4 is arranged, the minimum length of the sum the length of twice the distance of the openings in the carrier, where the first Leg 2 is arranged, and corresponds to the clear width of the opening of the carrier. Preferably If the carriers described are system carriers for a mounting system. The carriers have, for example, openings in the form of a square hole a clear width of 13.5 mm and a grid spacing of the openings of 50.0 mm. The Length of the slot 4 is approximately in accordance with the above conditions 115.0 mm, which in the slot 4, two fasteners can be arranged.

In the second leg 3, a slot 5 is also provided, the minimum length of the Sum of the length of the distance of the openings in the carrier, on which the second leg 3 is arranged, and corresponds to the clear width of the opening of the carrier. It is preferred used in the construction to be created everywhere the same type of carrier. Consequently be a smaller number of different components for the construction to be created needed, which has a beneficial effect on warehousing and installation. The length of the Long hole 5 is in accordance with the above conditions about 65.0 mm, which in the slot 5, a fastener can be arranged. The width of the angle element 1 preferably corresponds at most to the width of the outside of the carrier, at the the angle element 1 is arranged. Does the carrier in the cross section different Dimensions on, z. B. two angle elements with different dimensions the carrier cross-section matched widths provided or on the outside with the larger dimension an angle element is provided with a width, which corresponds to the shorter dimension of the carrier cross-section.

At the, the slot 4 and the slot 5 surrounding surface areas are the locking means 6 and 7 formed in the counter-locking means of a fastener in engagement can be brought. The angle element 1 is z. B. for a right-angle connection of a used vertically and a horizontally oriented support. Since the load at a such application of the angle element 1 in the vertical direction is usually greater than in horizontal direction of the construction, it is preferred that the first leg 2 on the vertical aligned carrier, whereby two fastening elements for fixing the angle element 1 can be arranged on this carrier. The opposite to the arrangement enlarged by only one fastener cross-section allows a removal of higher loads.

For fixing the angle element 1 to the vertically oriented carrier, the angle element 1 roughly positioned on the outside of the carrier at the height at which the other Carrier connects. A first, provided with a counter-locking fastener is through the slot 4 and through the openings on the outside of the carrier pushed. One possible embodiment of a fastener is described in detail in FIG. 6. Before the final tightening of the fastener the angle element 1 is aligned to the exact height and the second fastener in the same way in the slot 4 and through the openings in the outer wall of the carrier passed, which leads to the openings in the outer wall of the carrier are adjacent to the first fastening element. The one on the second Leg 3 of the angle element resting support is after its alignment by means another fastener, through the slot 5 and through the openings is guided in the outer walls of the carrier, on the angle element. 1 attached.

The locking means are formed for example as prism teeth and have in this Embodiment, a tooth pitch t of 2.5 mm. With the combination of as long holes 4 and 5 formed openings of the angle element and the mutually engaged engageable latching and counter-latching means, the angle element 1 gradually in one Grid of, for example, 5.0 mm can be moved along the carrier, although the carrier has a pitch of the openings of 50.0 mm. This training covers the in practice usually created constructions.

In Fig. 2 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of an inventive Connecting element shown. The angle element 11 is like the angle element 1 unequal design and includes a first leg 12 and a second leg 13. The angle element 11 also serves to connect two system carrier a mounting system, the above-described arrangement of the openings in the Have outer walls. The length of the slot 14 in the first leg 12 is consequently about 115.0 mm. The length of the elongated hole 15 in the second leg 13 is about 65.0 mm. On the first leg 12 is a bead 16 and on the second Leg 13 a bead 17 formed. The system carrier has depressions, for example on its outer walls. The beads 16 and 17 are preferably complementary to the recesses in the outer walls of the carrier, so that attached to the carriers Angle element 11 completely abuts the surface of an outside of the carrier. At the Sickenwandungen 18.1 and 18.2 and at the Sicky walls 19.1 and 19.2 is the Locking means 20 and 21 formed by rollers. In the locking means 20 and 21 engage the counter-locking means the fasteners.

A plan view of a third embodiment of a connecting element according to the invention is shown in FIG. The Stirnanbindeelement 31 includes a base plate 32 and a connecting element 33. The to be connected to the Stirnanbindeelement 31 Carrier is pushed over the connecting element 33 and on this with fastening means fixed. The outer contour of the connecting element 33 is substantially complementary to the inner contour of the carrier to be connected. The base plate 32 has two slots 34 and 35 for attachment of the Stirnanbindeelements 31 on a system carrier described above on, wherein the arrangement of two fasteners each in a slot 34 and 35 whose length, analogous to the above statements, about 115.0 mm is. The connecting element 33 is between the slots 34 and 35 on the base plate 32 welded on. On the base plate 32 is on the entire length of a bead 36th formed, which is preferably complementary to at least one of the outer contours of the Support is on which the Stirnanbindeelement 31 is arranged. The locking means 37.1 and 37.2 of the Stirnanbindeelements 31 are formed on the bead walls. If the Stirnanbindeelement 31 as a foot element of a construction, for example, to be placed on a Concrete floor, used, is based on a molding of the bead 36 in the base plate 32 omitted so that the Stirnanbindeelement 31 rests flat on the concrete floor.

FIG. 3 a shows a detailed detail of FIG. 3. The section formed on the bead wall of the bead 36 Rastmittel 37.2 has a tooth pitch t of 2.5 mm, which with the Counter-locking means of the fastener a grid adjustment of the Stirnanbindeelements 31 of 2.5 mm or a multiple of it allows.

In Fig. 4 is a side view of the trained according to the third embodiment Connecting element shown. In the connection element 33 are a plurality of openings 41.1 to 41.4 provided, through which the fastening means for fixing the connection element 33 are passed to the carrier to be connected. The openings 41.1 to 41.2 are designed as square holes and have the same clear width as the Openings in the straps on. The distance between the openings 41.1 to 41.4 is 25.0 mm, which corresponds to half the distance of the openings in the outer walls of the carrier. Since the carrier on its outer sides staggered openings at a distance of 50 mm, can through the openings in the X and Y direction The carrier passed through the fasteners do not interfere with each other. Should be at each opening 41.1 to 41.4 in the connection element 33 a passage of fastening means be given in the X and Y direction of the carrier, the carrier with additional Openings in its outer walls according to the distance of the openings 41.1 to 41.4.

Fig. 5 shows a longitudinal section of the formed according to the third embodiment Connecting element along the section line V-V of Fig. 3. The connecting element 33 has on all four outer walls 53.1 to 53.4 openings (eg 41.1, 41.3, 51.2, 51.4, 52.1, 52.3). In the openings 41.1 and 52.1, or 41.3 and 52.3 are the fasteners 54.1 and 54.2 arranged in the X direction of the connection element 33. In the openings 51.2 and 51.4 and, not visible in this illustration, in the outer wall 53.4 arranged openings are in the Y-direction of the connecting element 33, the fastening means 55.1 and 55.2 provided. The fastening means 54.1 comprises a threaded rod 56, at the ends in each case a nut 57.1 and 57.2 for bracing the fastener 54.1 is arranged. The fastening means 54.1, 54.2, 55.1, 55.2 are in this embodiment identically formed. With the crosswise arrangement of the fasteners 54.1, 54.2, 55.1 and 55.2 is a positive and non-positive, advantageous connection for the to be joined carrier provided with the Stirnanbindeelement 31.

A plan view of a fourth embodiment of a connecting element according to the invention is shown in FIG. 6. The Stirnanbindeelement 91 comprises a base plate 92, which is formed substantially like the base plate 32 of the Stirnanbindeelements 31, and a connecting element 93. The to be connected to the Stirnanbindeelement 91 carrier is pushed over the connection element 93 and fixed to this with fastening means. The connection element 93 comprises four connection flanges 94.1, 94.2, 95.1 and 95.2, which are made of flat steel sections. In each case the opposing connection flanges 94.1 and 94.2 or 95.1 and 95.2 are identical. The outer contour of the connection element 93 is substantially complementary to the inner contour of the to be connected carrier. The connection flanges 94.1, 94.2, 95.1 and 95.2 of the connection element 93 are welded between the slots on the base plate 92. As at the connecting element 33 are in the connecting flanges 94.1, 94.2, 95.1 and 95.2 of the connecting element 93 is provided a plurality of openings through which the fastening means for fixing the to be connected to the connection element 93 carrier passed become.

In Fig. 7 is a view of a fastener is shown. The fastener 61 comprises a screw 62 which has formed on one end of a rear grip part 63 and on another end has a threaded portion 64. The fastening element 61 is the Attachment of a connecting element 65 through its slot 66 and the opening 67.1 in the outer wall 68.1 of the carrier and through the opening 67.2 in the outer wall 68.2 of the carrier passed. The arranged on the rear engagement part 63 Gegenrastmittel 69.1 and 69.2 engage in the arranged on the connecting element 65 locking means 70.1 or 70.2 and create a positive connection. As anti-rotation and to guide the fastener 61, the screw 62 has a complementary to the design of the opening 67.1 designed guide portion 71.

At the threaded portion 64 of the screw 62 is a, a leaf spring comprehensive spring element 72 put on and screwed a nut 73. The spring element 72 is such formed such that, for example, in a recess of the contoured outer surface of the Outside wall 68.2 can be arranged. Should the fine positioning of the connecting element 65 done by pressure on the nut 73, the rear grip part of the positively lifted connection with the connecting element and the connecting element can be moved with one hand. If the nut 73 is released, engage the counter-locking elements 69.1 and 69.2 in the locking elements 70.1 and 70.2 and restore the positive connection. The connecting element 65 is in its Position held. Takes this position with the desired position of the connector 65 match, the fastener is clamped to the nut 73 and the connecting element 65 is fixed to the outer wall 68.1 of the carrier.

A view of a rear engagement part of the fastening element is shown in FIG. 8. The Hintergreifteil 63 has a rectangular configuration and is connected to one end of the Screw 62 firmly connected. At two mutually parallel edges 81.1 and 81.2, the counter-locking means 69.1 and 69.2 are formed in the locking means of the connecting element intervention.

In summary, it should be noted that a connecting element for a mounting system was created, which is a simple and flexible mounting of the carrier to be joined Assured mounting system, as well as subsequent changes and additions to the created construction allows. A variety of previously elaborate in the creation Constructions can be created with a few, standardized individual parts. Most Connections can be made in a one-man installation with a high level of installation comfort and the use of special tools or machines is eliminated.

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Connecting element for a mounting system of a plurality of carriers, in particular for a mounting system with system carriers, wherein the carriers have openings which are arranged at a predefined distance on at least one of the outer walls (68.1, 68.2) of the carrier, wherein the connecting element (1; 65) has a first leg (2, 12, 32) and at least one second leg (3, 13, 33), wherein at least one of the legs (2, 3, 12, 13, 32) has at least one oblong hole (4, 5 14, 15, 34, 35, 66) for fastening the connecting element (1, 11, 31, 65) to a carrier or to a substrate by means of a fastening element (61), which is defined by the at least one oblong hole (4, 5; 14, 15, 34, 35, 66), characterized in that at least one of the legs (2, 3, 12, 13, 32) extends at least over the length of the at least one elongated hole (4, 5, 14, 15, 34) , 35, 66) locking means (6, 7, 20, 21, 37.1, 37.2, 70.1, 70.2), in the counter-locking means ( 69.1, 69.2) of a fastening element (61) can be brought into engagement. Connecting element according to claim 1, characterized in that the second limb (3; 13; 33) is oriented substantially perpendicular to the first limb (2; 12; 32), whereby optionally both limbs (2, 3; 12, 13; 33) in each case at least one slot (4, 5, 14, 15, 34, 35) and at least over the length of the at least one slot (4, 5, 14, 15, 34, 35) latching means (6, 7, 20, 21 ; 37.1, 37.2). Connecting element according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the second leg is designed as a connection element (33), wherein the connection element (33) is made of a profile section, preferably of a hollow profile section, and the connection element (33) openings (41.1 to 41.4 , 51.2, 51.4, 52.1, 52.3) for fixing a carrier by means of fastening means which can be passed through the openings (41.1 to 41.4, 51.2, 51.4, 52.1, 52.3) in the connecting element (33). Connecting element according to claim 3, characterized in that the connecting means comprises a third leg (32), wherein the third leg (32) is optionally arranged in the same plane as the first leg (32), and that the third leg (32) at least a slot (34, 35) and the third leg (32) at least over the length of the at least one slot (34, 35) locking means (37.1, 37.2), in which counter-locking means of a fastener can be brought into engagement. Connecting element according to claim 3, characterized in that the outer contour of the connecting element (33) is formed substantially complementary to the inner contour of the carrier, so that the carrier via the connecting element (33) is slidable. Connecting element according to claim 3, characterized in that the inner contour of the connecting element (33) is formed substantially complementary to the outer contour of the carrier, so that the carrier in the connecting element (33) can be inserted. Connecting element according to one of claims 3 to 6, characterized in that the connecting element (33) has a substantially rectangular configuration and the openings (41.1 to 41.4, 51.2, 51.4, 52.1, 52.3) for carrying out a fastening means substantially parallel to a plane are arranged, which is formed by the first leg (32) of the connecting element. Connecting element according to claim 7, characterized in that several, optionally aligned perpendicular to each other, openings (41.1 to 41.4, 51.2, 51.4, 52.1, 52.3) are provided in a plurality of mutually parallel planes. Connecting element according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the latching means (6, 7; 20, 21; 37.1, 37.2; 70.1, 70.2) are arranged on the side of the limb facing away from the support. Connecting element according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the latching means (6, 7; 20, 21; 37.1, 37.2; 70.1, 70.2) comprise a toothing, wherein the tooth pitch of the toothing is preferably 2.5 mm. Connecting element according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that the connecting element (11; 31; 65) has at least one bead (16, 17; 36). Connecting part according to claim 11, characterized in that the toothing in at least one of the bead walls (18.1, 18.2, 19.1, 19.2) of the at least one bead (16, 17, 36) is arranged. Connecting element according to one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that a surface region which surrounds the at least one slot (4, 5), latching means (6, 7). Connecting part according to one of claims 1 to 13, characterized in that the latching means (6, 7; 20, 21; 37.1, 37.2; 70.1, 70.2) are arranged parallel to one another, transversely to the at least one oblong hole (4, 5; 14, 15; 34, 35, 66). Connecting element according to one of claims 1 to 14, characterized in that the outer contour of at least one leg (2, 3; 12, 13; 32) is complementary to the outer contour of at least one, with the connecting element (1; 11; 31) connectable carrier , Connecting element according to one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that the fastening element (61) for fastening the connecting element (65) on a carrier comprises a screw means (62) with a rear engagement part (63), wherein the rear engagement part (63) the counter-latching means (63). 69.1, 69.2), and wherein the counter-locking means (69.1, 69.2) optionally includes a toothing. Connecting element according to one of claims 1 to 16, characterized in that the fastening element (61) comprises a spring-loaded pressure mechanism (72, 73) for clamping the fastening element (61) with the connecting element (65).

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