EP1589170A2 - Modular multifunctional fitting system for shower partitions - Google Patents

Abstract

The modular multifunctional metal hinge fitting (11) has two flat bands (1) fastened to shower cubicle partitions. The flat hinge bands have apertures (16) for screws fastening them to e.g. glass partitions. Each hinge band has a half-width eye (2) accommodating a hinge pin. The edges of the long sides (7) are slightly tapered.

Description

The invention relates to a modular, multifunctional fitting system for shower enclosures, according to the preamble of claim 1.

A shower enclosure that includes a pivoting door and a Carrying device is posted, the EP 0 495 205 B1 can be seen. The Holding device consists on the one hand of a holding part, which on a fixed Wall part or the shower cubicle or on a building wall and on the other hand is attached to a door via a hinge.

Another swing door for a shower partition is in DE 39 01 395 C2 disclosed. In contrast, EP 0 619 091 B1 shows a support rod for bracing of partitions for shower cubicles.

In EP 1 025 790 A1 a shower enclosure with at least one Fixed side panel and a sliding wing, which has a in the upper area on a fixed side part fixed mounting rail moved can be described.

As the state of the art shows, there are various designs of Shower enclosures with a variety of fittings, with each shower enclosure has an independent fitting. This devours enormous Sums of development costs and an infinite number of tools and high storage costs.

The object of the invention is, on the one hand appealing functional To create shower enclosures in which several components Deployment areas can be assigned, i. that same or similar Components used in different places but for other functions and on the other hand, the development costs for the various types of Shower enclosures lowered and the storage costs At the same time, the customer wishes for a special one Detection value of the fittings are taken into account.

This problem is solved by a fitting system according to the features of Claim 1. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are further in the Subclaims specified.

By creating a modular, multifunctional fitting system for Shower enclosures of any type, i. no matter if it is a shower enclosure with a sliding door or with a revolving door or with a folding door, can always be used on the same basic modules. Such Procedure saves not only large sums of final development costs, too high storage costs later in the series, since only a reduced number of basic modules be kept in stock in relation to the state of the art have to. With such a modular hardware system can also be faster certain trends are followed. This means that modules as Basic modules are preserved - which does not generate new development costs - and can be completed by additional modules, with the additional modules especially designed to be interchangeable.

The modular, multifunctional fitting system can therefore consist of individual Fittings or certain basic modules exist, which of course also individually can be used, i. the basic modules are in their finish so that the external appearance and thus the surface of the basic modules so designed and executed that a direct use without additional module possible is. At the same time, the basic modules can continue to be used, i. she can work with other basic modules, but especially with additional modules, in combined, exchanged and thus changed in appearance become. This means that too at a later date existing shower enclosures the individual basic modules, e.g. at ribbons, not have to be exchanged altogether, because it is sufficient either the Basic modules with an additional module equip or an additional module against to exchange a new, differently designed one, if e.g. aesthetic impressions to be changed. This can be next to a variety of materials as also by different colors as well as in a different Labeling exist.

Another advantage of the modular fitting system further in a lightweight Adaptation, for example, to existing fittings, fittings or other Objects within a room.

The number of basic modules that make up a modular, multifunctional hardware system make up and include is arbitrary and may e.g. through the Vertical integration or the production program are determined. So are the The basic modules and additional modules listed below are only examples See, for the spirit of the invention will be apparent from the following description not limited, not even in its equivalents.

To run shower enclosures with a revolving door is therefore after the Invention, a first basic module as a band to stop such movable and fixed elements among each other. Such a ribbon module draws in particular by the fact that there is a basic module, which is formed is that it can be used without any further basic modules or additional modules can, i. it is a finished tape with a correspondingly designed surface, that can be used without the usual additional parts.

Such a band consists essentially of two hinge lobes, each one have at least one band eye and through the same with a hinge pin are rotatably connected to each other. The hinge tabs are in their design so executed that in particular flat substantially elongated, in one uniform thickness running tape tabs are present. The front side can thereby e.g. slightly flattened or rounded. In the hinge lobe are in the Usually two threaded blind holes on the stop side. Through these holes An individual attachment in or on the glass can be selected. It It is understood that the fitting with its hinge tabs on the glass can be stuck on.

Of course, such a belt module can also directly with be provided a variety of additional modules. Such an additional module can e.g. be designed as a cap. It is in the field of design, that the additional modules the tape module either completely or only partially Cover, so that continues the normal surface of the tape can remain visible. It such add-on module can therefore every possible form and also in its surface indentations, breakthroughs or have the like. All additional modules can be combined with other applications or be executed an additional decorative part. The type of material plays here not important, since usually such an additional module is not a supporting function must take over. The add-on module can also act as a letter, word, number, Symbol, logo, figure, etc. are executed.

To increase the recognition value of a shower enclosure, the basic modules and / or the additional modules with a marking, in particular one visible marking. Such a label can consist of a word, a letter, a number, a term, a Lettering, a symbol or a figurative representation exist. It understands itself, that also several of the aforementioned possibilities at the same time or in a fitting or fitting can be present. Thus, e.g. size Hotel chains have their name and / or logo on or in the plug-ins attach permanently. Even with a name change need only the Additional modules are replaced, which provided with the old marking are and by new add-on modules with a new, different marking be replaced. It is advisable that preferably only the Add-on modules have a label, so the cost of a Exchange to keep smaller.

The additional modules can be fastened in different ways, e.g. attach, screw, glue (with and without tools), clip on, etc. Es It goes without saying that the additional modules also come in different colors and surface designs replaceable with or used on the basic modules can be.

Another basic module may e.g. a module for adjustable mounting of Be glass panes. Also, this module is designed in its nature, that the same basic module is used with or without additional module can.

A basic module of the aforementioned type can, for example, on or on a Rod be displaced and fixable stored and a device for Attachment of a glass pane. The device may be e.g. out consist of a receiving slot in which a glass sheet is clamped.

In an embodiment of the invention may also be a basic module as a wall mounting for the connection of side parts of shower enclosures. Such Basic module can essentially consist of two at a fixed angle consist of standing legs. It can be a thigh to Attachment to a wall and the other leg for holding a Serve glass. Furthermore, for holding glass partitions through Such a basic module also corner joints are created. It understands itself, that the two legs of the basic module at different angles can stand each other.

Another basic module can be used to connect and execute a sliding door be executed. This module is next to the one already described Possibility to completely or only partially record an additional module thereby that at least one rotatably mounted roller or slider is present, to allow a displacement of the door leaf. At the same time can become the basic module is a lift-out for the sliding door leaf.

Furthermore, a basic module as a button for sliding, folding and hinged doors to Actuation available. Such a basic module can in its external form especially round or rectangular, but all other forms also possible are. In such a button basic module, there is the possibility of Attaching an additional module in different ways, because it The most diverse additional modules can crown the basic module or they can also be embedded in the basic module within one shot become. This basic module can also be with or without another Additional module use find. Furthermore, in an additional module just for a button module for better handling grip recesses for an actuation on or be attached.

Also, a basic module for the folding door of shower enclosures is according to the invention in front. This module is also in case of need with those already described Additional modules can be combined.

For all basic modules, the expandability is possible through additional modules. This can be the same or different types of attachment and shooting wherein preferably the additional modules for combination with other modules a universal receptacle for attachment to the Basic modules may have. It may vary depending on the nature of the basic modules and add-on modules grouped into specific groups be, for example, a same or similar attachment or Use have.

The invention will be described with reference to various, schematically illustrated Embodiments described in more detail in the drawings.

Figur 1 :

Ein erstes Grundmodul, ausgebildet als Band in der Vorderansicht mit einem Zusatzmodul,

Figur 2 :

wie Figur 1, jedoch in der Draufsicht ohne Zusatzmodul,

Figur 3 :

wie Figur 1, jedoch in einer Seitenansicht und mit einem Zusatzmodul,

Figur 4 :

ein zweites Grundmodul, ausgebildet als Aufhängung für eine Schiebetür und mit einem Zusatzmodul,

Figur 5 :

ein drittes Grundmodul, ausgebildet als Wandwinkel,

Figur 5a :

ein drittes Grundmodul, ausgebildet als Glashalter für eine Ecklösung,

Figur 6 :

ein viertes Grundmodul, ausgebildet als Glashalter mit einem Zusatzmodul,

Figur 7 :

ein Zusatzmodul in zwei Ansichten,

Figur 8 :

ein Zusatzmodul in zwei Ansichten,

Figur 9 :

ein Grundmodul mit einem runden Zusatzmodul,

Figur 10:

ein Grundmodul mit einem elliptischen Zusatzmodul,

Figur 11:

ein Grundmodul mit einem sichelförmigen Zusatzmodul,

Figur 12a bis 12g:

das erste Grundmodul mit verschieden geformten Zusatzmodulen,

Figur 13:

das erste Grundmodul mit verschiedenen herzförmigen Zusatzmodulen,

Figur 14:

das erste Grundmodul mit verschiedenen flügelförmigen Zusatzmodulen,

Figur 15:

ein Grundmodul mit einem Zusatzmodul mit einem Buchstaben,

Figur 16:

das erste Grundmodul mit einem figürlichen Zusatzmodul,

Figur 17:

ein Grundmodul mit einem Zusatzmodul als Buchstaben,

Figur 18 bis 21:

unterschiedliche Befestigungsarten für Zusatzmodule,

Figur 22:

ein fünftes Grundmodul an einer Glasscheibe,

Figur 22a:

ein sechstes Grundmodul an einer Glasscheibe mit einem Zusatzmodul,

Figur 23:

ein Zusatzmodul, ausgebildet als Griff in der Vorderansicht,

Figur 24:

wie Figur 23 nur in einer Schnittdarstellung,

Figur 25:

ein Grundmodul mit unterschiedlichen Zusatzmodulen in einer Vorderansicht,

Figur 26:

wie Figur 25 jedoch in der Draufsicht.

Show it:

FIG. 1:

A first basic module, designed as a band in the front view with an additional module,

FIG. 2:

like Figure 1, but in plan view without additional module,

FIG. 3:

like FIG. 1, but in a side view and with an additional module,

FIG. 4:

a second basic module, designed as a suspension for a sliding door and with an additional module,

FIG. 5:

a third basic module, designed as a wall bracket,

FIG. 5a

a third basic module, designed as a glass holder for a corner solution,

FIG. 6:

a fourth basic module, designed as a glass holder with an additional module,

FIG. 7:

an add-on module in two views,

FIG. 8:

an add-on module in two views,

FIG. 9:

a basic module with a round additional module,

FIG. 10:

a basic module with an elliptical additional module,

FIG. 11:

a basic module with a crescent-shaped additional module,

FIGS. 12a to 12g:

the first basic module with differently shaped additional modules,

FIG. 13:

the first basic module with various heart-shaped additional modules,

FIG. 14:

the first basic module with different wing-shaped additional modules,

FIG. 15:

a basic module with an additional module with a letter,

FIG. 16:

the first basic module with a figurative additional module,

FIG. 17:

a basic module with an additional module as letters,

FIGS. 18 to 21:

different types of fastening for additional modules,

FIG. 22:

a fifth basic module on a glass pane,

FIG. 22a:

a sixth basic module on a glass pane with an additional module,

FIG. 23:

an additional module, designed as a handle in the front view,

FIG. 24:

like Figure 23 only in a sectional view,

FIG. 25:

a basic module with different additional modules in a front view,

FIG. 26:

like Figure 25 but in plan view.

Figures 1 to 3 show a first basic module 11, which may be used as a band e.g. in the Form is formed, that two hinge tabs 1, each with molded tape eyes 2 are rotatably connected by the central axis with a hinge pin 3. The Hinge flap 1, as well as the basic modules to be described below, can by screwing any kind or even by gluing with the glass sheets are positively and positively connected. By doing Present embodiment are in the hinge lugs 1 threaded blind holes 16 available as a connection means. The hinge tabs 1 are preferably Rectangular as elongated flat in their strength approximately constant Elements executed and fall only to their free ends through a taper 5 slightly from where also any other shape can be selected. The longitudinal sides 7 of the hinge tabs 1 can at an angle of over or fall slightly below 90 ° towards its stop side 4. This angle has to be do not extend over the entire longitudinal side 7. The tape eye 2 is sitting preferably on the opposite side of the stop 4. Since that Basic module 11, in particular on its outer sides and edges, preferably is smooth and even, it is directly usable in this way, since already this Surface is in a ready to use condition.

A second basic module 10 reproduces FIG. 4, which is a module 10 for the suspension of sliding doors. This basic module is only exemplary and can be different accordingly, as well as all the rest be built other basic modules. On a running rail 8 is rotatably mounted a roller 28 is arranged. The basic module 10 is not closer designated compound attached to a sliding door 9. Around Connection with the sliding door 9 is this with an additional module 12 in the form of a Crown overcast. So that the sliding door 9 are not unconsciously leveraged can a lift-off fuse 29 is available.

Another basic module 13 can be seen in FIG. This is it around a wall bracket for fixing shower enclosures to a wall. For this purpose, a wall leg 14 is present from the at any angle a glass leg 15 goes off, either via the mounting hole 16 with a glass sheet is connected or e.g. via an adhesive connection.

The execution of a corner joint by two fixed glass panes. 6 By means of a basic module 13 in a modified embodiment of the figure 5a remove. In addition to this illustrated design with an outside on the Glass panels attached base module 13 may also be such a basic module be installed inside.

A basic module 17 is shown in FIG. 6, which is used to attach a fixed glass pane can be used. For this is a device for example in the form of a glass holder 19 available. The basic module 17 can e.g. be adjustably mounted on a rod 18 via a bore. At the same time, FIG. 6 shows the connection between the basic module 17 and the additional module 12. The additional module 12, for example, as a cap completely or applied to the base module 17 only in some areas. This can through a return 21 in conjunction with a fastening 20 done.

The additional module 12 of Figures 7 and 8 is designed as a rectangular part, where the basic shape is the same, but the front is once straight and once curved. FIG. 9 shows the additional module 12 with a circular or kogel shape shown. On or at all basic modules 10,11,13; 17,30 can of course at the same time several additional modules 12 are attached or attached.

Figures 10 and 11 show a selection from the diversity of different Forms of additional modules 12, which are on or on the basic modules 10, 11, 13, 17, 30 can be attached. This also applies to the figures 12a to 12g. In these examples is shown as having a same basic module 11 by the addition of add-on modules 12 in different forms a completely different appearance of the basic module 11 can be created.

Thus, FIG. 15 shows an additional module 12 which reproduces a letter. This letter may be raised or recessed on or in the surface of the Additional modules 12 are executed. Such a letter may e.g. the abbreviation for a hotel chain. Of course, also a complete name be executed on / or in the additional module 12. It is also possible one figurative representation, as shown in Figures 13, 14 and 16 to use. Furthermore, an embodiment of an additional module 12 as a character or letter, as shown in Figure 17, possible.

FIG. 13 shows a further combinability of identical and modified Add-on modules 12. While the left additional module 12 in straight heart shape is attached, the right additional module 12 is mounted obliquely and simultaneously provided with a name. Such a combination or a single one Application is quickly tailored to the needs of the customer, as e.g. by an engraving of a name or a term quickly changes the look of the entire fitting can be changed.

FIG. 16 shows another possible figurative additional module 12 which is attached to a base module 11.

FIG. 22 shows a basic module 30 which is used as an actuating button for Finds doors. This basic module 30 may for example consist of a round or consist of angular ready to use basic part. To adapt to the others Fittings and basic modules 10, 11, 13, 17, this base module 30 also with be equipped with an additional module 12. For a better actuation effect To achieve the additional module 12 also in addition with recessed grips 31 or Recesses are provided as in Figures 23 and 24, for example shown. The shape shown in Figure 23 of a square for a Add-on module 12 is to be understood only as an example. It is understood that all Add-on modules 12 all geometric and non-geometric shapes may include. At the same time, the invention also includes all figurative Representations and letters, numbers, symbols and their combination with.

The basic module 30 of FIG. 22a may be, for example, round or rectangular and within an unspecified recording an additional module 12 with a recessed grip 31 included.

Figures 25 and 26 show basic modules 30 in different ways Execution that are provided with additional modules 12. While in the figure 25 the Add-on modules 12 are each inserted into the base module 30, so they are in the Figure 26 placed on the additional module.

The different mounting options of the additional modules 12 to the Basic modules 10, 11, 13, 17, 30 show the figures 18 to 21. While in the FIG. 18 the additional module 12 is held by a fastening 20 is shown in FIG 19, an undercut 25 has been selected. Clip on a fastening show the figures 20 and 21 in which in each case a projection 26 in one Notch 27 engages. The basic modules 10, 11, 13, 17, 30 can also through an adhesive connection 24 is connected to the glass pane 6, which also applies to the various add-on modules 10, 11, 13, 17, 30 may apply, by gluing can be interchangeable with the basic modules 10, 11, 13, 17, 30 can.

All basic modules 10, 11, 13, 17, 30 can have the same receptacle for the additional modules 12 have. Of course it's also possible to shoot different shots depending on the application, to use for various additional modules 12, this particular, if as a design of the additional module simultaneously the shape of a symbol or a figure or a word or a Logos is selected.

reference numeral

1

hinge flap

2

ribbon eye

3

hinge pin

4

stop side

5

rejuvenation

6

pane

7

long side

8th

runner

9

sliding door

10

module

11

module

12

additional module

13

module

14

wall leg

15

glass legs

16

mounting holes

17

module

18

drilling

19

glass receiving

20

attachment

21

return

22

viewing area

23

viewing area

24

adhesive bond

25

undercut

26

head Start

27

indentation

28

role

29

lift-out

30

module

31

handholds

32

Labelling

Claims (10)

Fitting system for shower enclosures consisting essentially of fixed and / or movable side parts (6) and / or functionally cooperating or non-side usable doors of any kind, characterized in that the fitting system of individual basic modules ready for use (10,11,13,17 , 30) which can be used alone or with the same or different additional modules (12), the basic modules (10, 11, 13, 17, 30) being completely or partially over-crowned by the additional module (12). Fitting system according to claim 1, characterized in that the additional modules (12) for all basic modules (10,11,13,17,30) have a same or modified receptacle for attachment, preferably as a recess (21) formed within the additional module (12) , Fitting system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the additional modules (12) on / on the basic modules (10,11,13,17,30) screwed and / or glued and / or clipped and / or clamped or postponed. Fitting system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the basic module (11) is designed as a hinge for abutment of revolving doors, and consists essentially of two hinge latches (1) rotatably connected by a hinge pin (3), the basic module (11 ) is designed in its construction so that it can be used with and without an additional module (12). Fitting system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the base module (17) for adjustable mounting of glass panes (6) is usable, and in particular displaceable on a stationary rod and is mounted fixable and a device for clamping the glass sheet (6) wherein the base module (17) is designed so that it can be used with and without an additional module (12). Fitting system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the base module (13) can be used as a wall fastening for fixed side parts or glass panes, and consists essentially of two legs (14, 15) which are at an angle to one another, and the basic module (13). 13) is designed so that it can be used with and without an additional module (12). Fitting system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the basic module (10) for the connection of sliding doors (9) is usable, and at least one rotatably mounted roller (28) or a slider for displaceability of a sliding leaf (9) and a lift-off (29 ), and that the base module (10) is designed so that it can be used with and without an additional module (12). Fitting system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the base module (30) for the opening of the sliding doors (9) and / or the revolving doors, preferably an actuating member, wherein the base module (30) is round or square, which it with and can be used without an add-on module (12). Fitting system according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the basic modules (10,11,13,17,30) and / or the additional modules (12) are provided with a marking (32), which as letter and / or as Word and / or as a term and / or as a lettering and / or as a number and / or as a symbol and / or as a figurative representation as a survey and / or as a recess on or in the basic module (10,11,13,17,30) and / or on or in the additional module (12) is present. Fitting system according to one or more of the preceding claims, characterized in that the additional modules (12) and the basic modules (10,11,13,17,30) made of different materials, in particular light metal or measurement or bronze or stainless steel or plastic or wood and may have an application and / or an additional decorative part of a different material or fabric.

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