EP2104772B1 - Armature multifonctionnelle et dispositif sanitaire - Google Patents

Armature multifonctionnelle et dispositif sanitaire Download PDF

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EP2104772B1
EP2104772B1 EP07866259.0A EP07866259A EP2104772B1 EP 2104772 B1 EP2104772 B1 EP 2104772B1 EP 07866259 A EP07866259 A EP 07866259A EP 2104772 B1 EP2104772 B1 EP 2104772B1
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Hendrik Jan Talsma
Mathis Heller
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03C—DOMESTIC PLUMBING INSTALLATIONS FOR FRESH WATER OR WASTE WATER; SINKS
    • E03C1/00—Domestic plumbing installations for fresh water or waste water; Sinks
    • E03C1/02—Plumbing installations for fresh water
    • E03C1/05—Arrangements of devices on wash-basins, baths, sinks, or the like for remote control of taps
    • E03C1/055—Electrical control devices, e.g. with push buttons, control panels or the like
    • E03C1/057—Electrical control devices, e.g. with push buttons, control panels or the like touchless, i.e. using sensors
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; TOILET ACCESSORIES
    • A47K5/00—Holders or dispensers for soap, toothpaste, or the like
    • A47K5/06—Dispensers for soap
    • A47K5/12—Dispensers for soap for liquid or pasty soap
    • A47K2005/1218—Table mounted; Dispensers integrated with the mixing tap

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  • the invention relates to a multi-function fitting and a sanitary system with the features in the preamble of the main claim.
  • the multi-function fitting consists of an outlet fitting for several fluids, e.g. water, soap. Disinfectants that can be changed in their condition, e.g. in water temperature.
  • a sensor device is provided with two non-contact sensors, which are arranged on the top and bottom of the fitting head and have an effective range that points upwards or downwards.
  • On the front of the outlet fitting there is a display with two or three LEDs arranged side by side in a horizontal row, which light up in different colors and signal the set program. The LEDs only light up after the sensor has been activated.
  • the previously known multi-function fitting has a maximum of two sensors with which predetermined programs are started with a predetermined sequence of fluids.
  • the invention solves this problem with the features in the main claim.
  • the spatial assignment of one or more display elements to one or more sensors and / or switches has the advantage of improved operator guidance, which is also understandable for people who are not familiar with such multifunctional fittings. Operator safety and ease of use are also increased.
  • the spatial assignment of the display element and the sensor tells the operator where this sensor is arranged and what effective range it has. This is particularly useful in the case of sensors which are arranged in a concealed manner for protection reasons and can be operated without contact. Not only a location, but also functional information can be signaled via the display element. This can be done in different ways, for example by labeling with letters, pictograms and other information elements.
  • the functional assignment of display element and sensor informs the operator which function of the multi-function fitting is triggered and controlled by the actuation of the sensor. Incorrect operation of the multi-function fitting can be excluded with a high degree of security. over the display element can optionally also be a function confirmation of the assigned sensor in the form of an acknowledgment signal or the like.
  • the state property of a fluid influenced by the sensor for example the water temperature
  • the state property of a fluid influenced by the sensor can also be signaled via the display element.
  • This can be displayed, for example, with a light display and with variable light features, for example colors, light intensities, flashing rhythms or the like. It is particularly favorable to design the display elements with a combination of lettering and light display.
  • a display ring made of a transparent or opaque material which has a plurality of display fields distributed according to the sensor arrangement, on each of which a label and an illuminated display are arranged.
  • the outlet fitting can have a flower-like, appealing and easy-to-use shape in the manner of a daisy ring with the indicator ring.
  • Another display device e.g. a laser pointer, can signal the exit area of a fluid and in particular the point of impact on the hand to the operator, so that the fluid can be used optimally and without loss.
  • the multi-function fitting can be connected to a fluid supply and can be part of a sanitary system.
  • An administration system can record, evaluate, log and statistically process the use of the multi-function fitting and fluid supply as well as the sanitary system. Compliance with the hygiene and disinfection regulations can be monitored and logged become. This is advantageous for quality control and can serve as proof of quality.
  • the administration system helps to increase patient and infection safety in the clinic and other medical areas. In addition, research into the causes of any infections that may have occurred can be carried out and supported. In particular, with the inclusion of a reader for operator identification, the personal date and time, as well as the type and duration of use of the multi-function fitting, as well as the fluid supply and the sanitary system, can be recorded, evaluated and logged. External additional devices, such as separate dispensers or the like, can also be included in the sanitary and management system, the components of the management system communicating with one another in a suitable manner in a wired or wireless manner and exchanging messages.
  • the invention relates to a multifunction fitting (1) with a sensor device (10) and a display (11).
  • the display (11) is also disclosed in itself alone.
  • the invention further relates to a sanitary system (58) which is equipped with at least one multi-function fitting (1).
  • An administration system (54) is also disclosed.
  • Figure 1 to 5 show a multi-function fitting (1) in different views. It has an outlet fitting (2) which has a fitting base (4) for attachment to the base and a fitting head (3) at the free end.
  • the outlet fitting (2) can be of any design and can have, for example, a curved outlet pipe in which one or more lines (8) for one or more different fluids are laid.
  • the multi-function fitting (1) has an operating device (36) which can be arranged on the outlet fitting (2) or locally separated therefrom.
  • the operating device (36) can have a sensor device (10) to be operated without contact or a switching device (39) which can be operated with a contact or a combination of both.
  • the outlet fitting (2) can also have one or more lines (9) for supplying the sensor device (10) and the display (11). These can be electrical lines for energy supply, signals etc.
  • the operating device (36) can be connected to an external controller (37) via such a line (8) or wirelessly.
  • the multi-function fitting (1) is intended for dispensing one or more fluids.
  • the fluids can be of any type.
  • a single fluid can e.g. Be water.
  • there may be one, two or more additional fluids such as liquid soap, disinfectant or the like.
  • the fluid state can be changed, if necessary.
  • water e.g. the water temperature can be changed.
  • the flow rates or other fluid properties can optionally be controlled for the fluids.
  • the outlet fitting (2) has a suitable location, e.g. one or more outlet openings (5, 6, 7) for the fluids in the area of the upper free end on the valve head (3).
  • a suitable location e.g. one or more outlet openings (5, 6, 7) for the fluids in the area of the upper free end on the valve head (3).
  • the fluid I e.g. Water
  • a particularly large diameter outlet opening (5) is provided for a Fluid II, e.g. liquid side and another fluid III, e.g. a disinfectant
  • the outlet openings (5,6,7) are connected to the lines (8) in a suitable manner.
  • the multi-function fitting (1) can be connected to an in Figure 9
  • the supply device (38) shown for the fluids can be connected, for example a water connection, a heater, storage or fluid container (50) for the soap and disinfectant, valves, lines (51), a delivery or pumping device (52), a controller (37), a power supply and the like may include other components.
  • the conveyor device (52) can be time-controlled. For effective disinfection, a washing time of at least 30 seconds with disinfectant III is required. The duration of the fluid delivery is set accordingly by the controller (37).
  • the supply device (38) can have at least one special operating device (53) for special functions, which can be designed differently. In the embodiments shown, it is designed as a flushing device which allows the conveyor device (52) to be operated independently. This can e.g. after changing a fluid container (50), its fluid II, III is pumped in again and the partially empty fluid line (8, 51) is refilled.
  • the special facility (53) can be used for maintenance, cleaning and disinfection purposes.
  • One or more fluid containers (50) can be exchanged for containers with a cleaning, rinsing or disinfectant which is then pumped through the device-side connections and lines (51) and the fluid lines (8) with a suitable and possibly increased pressure and rinses and cleans them.
  • separate pumps and containers can be present and connected to the lines. Reverse flushing is also possible with appropriate equipment.
  • one or more operating elements can be present and arranged at a suitable point, for example on the housing. These are, for example, three push buttons or switches located on the front of the housing. One switch is used to switch the special operating device (53) on and off, the other two switches being used to select the relevant one Serve fluid container (50) or line and conveyor line. Alternatively, operation via an operating device (36) of the multi-function fitting (1) is possible.
  • the special facility (53) has its own meaning and can also be used with other conventional sanitary systems, utilities and multi-function fittings.
  • the multi-function fitting (1) and the fluid supply (38) can be part of a sanitary system (58). This can also include one or more additional separate dispensers (57) for fluids, in particular disinfectants.
  • the multi-function fitting (1) or the sanitary system (58) can also be connected to an administration system (54).
  • the control device (36) of the in Figure 1 to 7 The multifunction fitting (1) shown has a sensor device (10) with at least one, preferably several, distributed sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) for preferably contactless operation and control of the multifunction fitting (1) and the supply device.
  • the number, design and arrangement of the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) can be selected as desired.
  • the display (11) can be in one or more parts. It is suitable for the operator of the multi-function fitting (1) in any suitable manner, e.g. optically and / or acoustically perceptible and is designed, arranged and aligned accordingly.
  • the sensor device (10) and the display (11) are preferably combined to form a structural unit (12) and can be arranged at any suitable location on the multifunction fitting and in particular on the outlet fitting (2). In the embodiment shown arranged on the valve head (3). As a structural unit (12), they can be inserted and mounted in the pipe opening of the valve head (3). This means that they are also in the immediate vicinity of the preferred location for the outlet openings (5,6,7).
  • the display (11) has at least one display element (18) which is spatially assigned to at least one sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17). The position of the associated sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) is hereby signaled to an operator via the display element (18).
  • the sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) can be of any type. It is preferably a non-contact sensor, for example an optical infrared sensor, which has a transmitting and receiving unit and which reacts to the existence of parts of the operator's body or other objects in his outwardly active area or active sector (31).
  • a sensor can, for example, according to the DE 199 27 230 A1 be designed as a reflex light button or the like. It can be hidden in the interior of a housing (30) so that it is not visible to an operator from the outside.
  • the display element (18) which is preferably arranged in the effective range of such a touch sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17), then signals to the operator the sensor position and also the position of the associated effective range or active sector (31).
  • sensors (13, 14, 15) and three associated display elements (18) for selecting and possibly controlling three fluids I, II, III.
  • two sensors (16, 17) with associated display elements (18) are provided for controlling a property of one or more fluids I, II, III.
  • the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) and the display elements (18) are on the periphery of the Outlet fitting (2), preferably in the above-mentioned head area, arranged in a suitable manner.
  • sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) and the associated display elements (18) are in an arc or, as in the embodiment shown, in a closed circle on the circumference and in particular on the casing of the outlet fitting (2) or the fitting head (3) arranged. This surrounds the outlet fitting (2) in an arc or in a circle.
  • the Roman numerals I, II, III are present for the three fluids.
  • the numbers can be replaced by the names of the fluids, such as water, soap, disinfectant in written or abbreviated form.
  • the labels can be multiple and multilingual. If necessary, they can be exchanged for use in different countries.
  • the display (11) is also possible to design the display (11) as an illuminated display (20) and to provide this training in addition or as an alternative to the inscription (19).
  • one or more display elements (18) have at least one light element (24, 25, 26, 27, 28).
  • the individual lighting element (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) can be designed in any suitable manner. In the embodiment shown, it has one or more LEDs.
  • the lighting elements can have different lighting features. This can also be implemented in any suitable manner, e.g. B. by different colors or different luminosities, varying flashing rhythms or the like.
  • the light indicator (20) and its light elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) can e.g. signal a functional confirmation of the assigned sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17). This can e.g. happen by the associated lighting element (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) lighting up when the sensor is actuated, the other lighting elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) being switched off.
  • a function confirmation can also be done by increasing the luminosity of the individual lighting element compared to the other lighting elements.
  • the function can be activated by blinking or changing the blinking rhythm of the light element (24, 25, 26, 27, 28).
  • the light display (20) and its one or more light elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) have a decorative function. They can also be used for lighting and to make the labeling (19) easier to see.
  • the light indicator (20) and the light elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) do not have to have a signaling function.
  • Figure 6 and 7 show the display (11) and the sensor device (10).
  • the display elements (18) are connected to form a display ring (21).
  • the indicator ring is designed as a transversely projecting washer, which is arranged on the front of the fitting head (2).
  • the disc plane is oriented transversely to the longitudinal axis of the outlet fitting (2) or the fitting head (3).
  • the outside diameter of the ring washer is larger than the outside diameter of the valve head (3).
  • the indicator ring (21) consists of an at least partially translucent material, which can be, for example, opaque or transparent.
  • the indicator ring (21) can consist, for example, of a transparent and resistant plastic, for example acrylic glass, or of strained mineral glass or the like.
  • the display ring (21) has a plurality of separate display fields (22) to form the display elements (18).
  • the display fields (22) carry e.g. the said inscriptions (19) on the front of the washer.
  • the inscriptions (19) can alternatively be arranged on the back of a transparent indicator ring (21) or in the interior thereof. They can be designed and attached in any way, e.g. as surface engravings or molded elevations. An internal attachment is possible using a 3D laser.
  • the display fields (22) are distributed in a circle in accordance with the arrangement of the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17).
  • the display fields (22) mark the effective areas or active sectors (31).
  • Optical field separation can be indicated by radial lines or other field markings (23) the border points.
  • the field markings (23) also illustrate the limits of the effective ranges (31) of the various sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17).
  • the indicator ring (21) is combined with a light indicator (20).
  • the light-emitting elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) are arranged in a protected manner on the inside or on the inner edge of the display ring (21) and radiate radially outward through the display ring (21), whereby they display the display fields (22) from illuminate inside.
  • the field markings (23) can be designed as opaque field separations, which avoid overexposure from one display field (23) to the neighboring one.
  • the lighting elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) can also be arranged next to the indicator ring (21) and illuminate it from the outside.
  • FIG. 7 In the front view, the distribution of the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16) and their active sectors (31) as well as the associated display elements (18) with the inscriptions (19) and the lighting elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) is illustrated . From the side view of Figure 6 it can be seen that the lighting elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) and the indicator ring (21) are arranged in front of the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) and hide them in a protective manner.
  • the display (11) and the sensor device (10) can be combined in the aforementioned manner to form a structural unit (12) and have a common housing (30) for easy mounting on the valve head (3).
  • a suitable control for the display (11) and the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) can be present in the interior of the housing (30), which is in the same way as for the DE 199 27 230 A1 can be trained.
  • the display (11) can have one or more further display elements.
  • This can e.g. a display element (29) on the end face of the valve head (3), which is arranged in the interior of the display ring (21) and e.g. is designed as an alphanumeric display, in particular as a display.
  • the display element (29) can e.g. signal the set fluid temperature, in particular water temperature, and display it as a numeric display, e.g. be designed as a segmented LCD display.
  • the display element (29) can have a dense pixel matrix of lighting elements, organic LEDs (Oled's), with which more complex information can be displayed. In addition to numbers, these can also be letters and symbols or pictograms.
  • Such a display element (29) is graphics-capable and can e.g. also represent a ticker or the like.
  • the embodiment shown and described relates to a multi-function fitting with three fluids and one adjustment option, which are indicated by labels (19) with "+” and "-".
  • the relevant display fields and the associated sensor functions are advantageously distributed in such a way that the control functions "+” and "-" are located approximately in the middle and left and right.
  • the lower display field (23) is intended for water, which corresponds to the normal ergonomic behavior when operating a tap.
  • the two upper display fields (22) are for soap and disinfectant.
  • a few or more fluids can be dispensed and controlled via the sensor unit (10) and signaled via the correspondingly adapted display (11).
  • the control function with "+" and "-", with which the water temperature is set for example, can be omitted or in be realized in another way. Such control functions can also be present several times. The design of the sensor device (10) and the display (11) changes accordingly.
  • the multifunction fitting (1) can be operated in the manner described below:
  • the five sensors used (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) operate the five selection and control functions mentioned. Each selected function is illuminated by the light indicator (20).
  • the central display (29) shows the preset water temperature and possibly further information. All sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) work somewhat delayed to avoid unwanted activations. You can also calibrate yourself one or more times to the environment when switching on the sensor device (10).
  • the sensors are activated by moving the hand or another part of the body into their associated effective range (31). This can be a simple activation in the sense of switching on and switching off. Possibly. Additional functions can be implemented by using the hand or another part of the body several times in a specific time sequence to operate the same sensor. This can be recognized by the controller (37) and evaluated as a special operation, e.g. to start a certain program or adjust parameters.
  • One-hand operation is possible with a suitable sensor arrangement, control and programming.
  • a function is selected by the operator and the associated sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) is activated, this can be signaled by the display (11). For example, on A corresponding information can be optically output on the display element (29). Additionally or alternatively, an acoustic message is possible via a built-in beeper or loudspeaker as a further display element. Alternatively or additionally, the acknowledgment signal can be output via the light display (20). For this purpose, for example, all lighting elements (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) can flash uniformly at a predetermined frequency, the frequency corresponding to the normal heart rate, for example.
  • the blinking stops whereby the light element (24, 25, 26, 17) belonging to the addressed sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) 27, 28) burns continuously or possibly rhythmically and the other lighting elements go out or are dimmed.
  • the lighting elements can shine in the same or different colors and in particular can be multi-colored. In this way, any colors can be set for signaling or decorative purposes.
  • An acknowledgment signal for sensor actuation can be displayed, for example, by a special color, for example red. Other effects are possible by changing the brightness.
  • the water output is activated, for example, by placing the hand in the effective range (31) of the lower sensor (13).
  • the associated display field (22) and its inscription (19) can be illuminated.
  • the water temperature can be shown on the display (29).
  • the effective range (31) of this sensor (13) and also of the other sensors (14, 15, 16, 17) can be limited in range to avoid malfunctions. While the dispensing of water is selected, the dispensing of soap and disinfectant can be blocked by the control for safety reasons. Depending on Another function is also possible, which allows a mixture of different fluids.
  • the water temperature can also be changed during the water flow by holding the operator's hand in front of the associated control field "+" or "-" and the associated sensor (16, 17).
  • an acknowledgment signal can be output in a suitable manner.
  • the change in temperature is determined by the length of time the hand remains in the sensor area (31), the change in temperature being able to take place at a constant speed.
  • the current temperature can be signaled in any suitable manner via the display (11), e.g. by a numerical display in the display (29) or by a light signal on the display panel (23). This can e.g. on the control panel "+” for the temperature increase be a glow in red color, the luminosity or the color intensity increasing with increasing temperature, for example by the red hue is getting darker.
  • the mode of operation is similar in the area of the other control field "-", with blue color indicating a lowering of the temperature.
  • the water temperature is set to a preset value of, e.g., via the mixer device in the supply unit (not shown). 30 ° C reset.
  • the indicator light (20) can also be returned to its original state, e.g. the blinking in the heart rhythm, be reset.
  • the output of fluids can take precedence over property control, e.g. temperature control.
  • property control e.g. temperature control.
  • the delay times in the response behavior of the sensors can be selected differently.
  • the pump in the supply unit can be set to a preselected time value. This fluid delivery can also be switched off by pressing the associated sensor (14, 15) again.
  • the multi-function fitting (1) can have special modes. If e.g. If a pot is to be filled with water, the operator moves both hands to the "+" and "-" control fields simultaneously and holds them there for a certain time. The water is then dispensed over a preset period of time and with a specified dispensing quantity. The water delivery can be repeated in the prescribed manner after the end of the discharge. During the water dispensing, the water dispensing can also be stopped by actuating the sensors (16, 17). It is also possible to switch off the entire sensor device (10) and possibly the display (11) for cleaning or maintenance purposes. This can be done using a switch on the supply unit or on the outlet fitting. A corresponding switching signal is also possible via the sensor device (10) by means of a corresponding separate hand movement and actuation of one or more sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17).
  • the display (11) and e.g. the central display element (29) can signal further functions of the multi-function fitting (1) or the entire sanitary system (58), e.g. Refill needs for soap or disinfectant, a malfunction in the supply device or the multifunction fitting (1), a leak or the like.
  • the multifunction fitting (1) and the supply unit (58) can have suitable sensors for function and operation monitoring and corresponding control programs.
  • Display device (32) shown for the fluid outlet which makes the operator able to recognize the outlet area (35) of at least one fluid emitted by an outlet opening (5, 6, 7), in particular the additional fluids II, III.
  • the display device (32) can be designed in any suitable manner. In the shown embodiment of Figure 13 it is designed as a lighting device (33), which is arranged near the outlet opening (s) (6, 7) and emits at least one visible light beam (34).
  • the light beam (34) is directed essentially parallel and at a short distance from the emerging fluid jet and optically marks the point of impact of the fluid by a light spot on the operator's hand (60).
  • the lighting device (33) can be designed as a hidden or hidden laser pointer which is connected, for example, to the energy supply of the operating device (36) and which is switched on and off by the control (37) or the operating device (36) when a fluid is selected .
  • the display device (32) has its own meaning and can also be used with other conventional sanitary systems, fluid supplies, multi-function fittings or outlet fittings.
  • the sanitary system (58) can also have one or more reading devices (59) at a suitable point, for example on the multi-function fitting (1), for contactless detection of information carriers or signal transmitters, for example cards with barcodes or stripe codes, transponders, RFDI chips or the like . These can, for example, be ID cards and contain personal data to identify an operator.
  • the reading device (59), like the display (32), is connected in a suitable manner to the controller (37), in which case the information recorded by the reading device (59) can be stored and processed.
  • a personal hygiene check can be carried out using appropriate legible ID cards. This is useful, for example, for hygiene protection reasons in the catering sector, but also in hospital areas or other areas.
  • the sanitary system (1) can also be connected to an administration system (54).
  • the management system (54) is in Figure 9 shown schematically and has an administration device (55). This can include the existing control (37) or have an independent control.
  • the administration unit (55) has an integrated storage unit in which all data relevant to the sanitary system (58) can be collected and stored. This can be, for example, information about the number, the time and the duration of the uses of the sanitary system (58) and the multi-function fitting (1). In particular, the number, the time and the duration of the delivery of water and / or the additional fluids II, III, in particular a disinfectant, can be recorded and stored.
  • the above-mentioned data can also be combined with personal data which are recorded via the previously mentioned reading device (59).
  • the storage unit can contain one or more databases.
  • the administration device (55) also contains an evaluation device for evaluating the recorded data. It can also have a facility for logging and generating statistics. The logging and statistical recording can be used to monitor and prove compliance with hygiene and disinfection regulations, for example in clinics. This logged data can also be used for quality assurance purposes and to demonstrate the quality and benefits of measures to protect against infection. The hygiene and infection protection measures can also be optimized on the basis of the recorded and evaluated data.
  • the fluid consumption including fill level checks, maintenance cycles and the like. Other system data can also be recorded, evaluated and logged. Additional devices, such as one or more separate dispensers (57) for one or more fluids, such as disinfectants, can also be included in the management system (54).
  • the in Figure 9 be schematically illustrated individual donors, which are attached at a suitable location, for example on the wall of an operating room, a treatment room or the like, and which can dispense one or more of the fluids mentioned.
  • an operating device (36) can be provided, which can be designed similarly to the operating device of the multifunctional fitting (1) and can be operated, for example, without contact.
  • the dispenser (57) can also be time-controlled in order to ensure the fluid delivery time of at least 30 seconds required for effective disinfection.
  • a display element e.g. an LED indicates the delivery function.
  • the dispenser (57) can also have a reading device (59).
  • a plurality of sanitary systems (58) with administrative units (55), which are arranged at different and spatially separate locations, can also be included in the administrative system (54).
  • the management system (54) can e.g. include all sanitary systems (58) in a clinic or clinic group.
  • the management unit (55) has a remote data transmission (56) for external communication, which has a suitable interface for this.
  • This can be, for example, a transmission and reception module for radio transmission of data.
  • the dispenser (57) or other additional devices can also be corresponding Have remote data transmission (56) and thereby enable mutual communication in the management system (54). This allows personal control of compliance with the prescribed washing cycles and the respective washing duration on all components of the sanitary system that release fluid (59). Data can also be entered and output from the outside via said interface. Data communication can be wired or wireless.
  • the management system (54) and its components are of independent importance and can also be used with other conventional sanitary systems, dispensing devices, multi-function fittings or outlet fittings.
  • FIG 8 shows a variant of the operating device (36) and the display (11).
  • the sensor device (10) present in the first exemplary embodiment is supplemented here by a switching device (39) which can be actuated by touch contact and which can have one or more switches (40, 42).
  • the display (11) can have essentially the same appearance.
  • the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) are replaced by switching elements (41) which are connected to suitable actuators.
  • the display fields (22) can be designed as a switching element, wherein they are connected to the electrical switching elements (41) arranged on the inside and are separated and detached from one another at the field separations (23) in the display ring (21).
  • the switches (40) can, for. B. toggle switch, which is tilted by pressing the display panel (22) in the manner indicated by an arrow.
  • one or more lighting elements (26) can also be arranged in this embodiment variant.
  • the central display element (29) can be used as a switch, for. B. as a pressure switch, train or replace with such a switch (42).
  • This can e.g. B. be a central on and off switch.
  • the display element (29) can be designed, for example, as a touch screen.
  • the switches (40) can also be designed as pressure switches instead of toggle switches, pressure switches or other switches to be operated by touch contact being integrated in the ring segment-shaped display fields (22).
  • the display elements (18) or labels (19) in such switches, for. B. toggle switches can be integrated.
  • Such a variation is also in connection with the embodiment of FIG Figure 7 possible, in which contactlessly operated sensors are arranged at the location or under the inscriptions (19) or other display elements (18). These variants enable the sensors or switches to be operated from the front and with a view of the display elements (18) or labels (19).
  • sensors and switches can be combined with one another in an operating device (36).
  • an operating device 36
  • the central pressure switch (42) can be added.
  • control device (36) is connected to the outlet fitting (2).
  • Figure 10 to 12 show variants of a separate arrangement in different embodiments.
  • FIG. 10 is z. B. a variant for a kitchen facility (45) is shown.
  • the control device (37) is detached from the outlet fitting (2) and is at a suitable point, for. B. at the edge of a basin (26), e.g. B. a sink, housed and connected via a line or wirelessly to the controller (37) (not shown).
  • the operating device (36) can be designed as in the previous exemplary embodiments and can be combined with a display (11) which is likewise designed to form a structural unit (12).
  • the assembly (12) can on a carrier (48), for. B. an inclined base, arranged and aligned for ease of use.
  • the outlet fitting (2) can be designed in a manner suitable for kitchen purposes and have a slim shape.
  • an additional fluid e.g. B. a detergent or soap can be dispensed.
  • an additional fluid can also be a care product, e.g. B. a hand lotion or any other fluid useful for the kitchen area.
  • FIG 11 shows a variant of the multi-function fitting (1) as a shower device (43).
  • the outlet fitting (2) can, for. B. be designed as a stationary or by means of a hose movable shower head.
  • the outlet fitting (2) is formed or supplemented by stationary nozzles in the shower wall (49).
  • control device (36) and the display (11) of the one or more outlet fittings (2) can be arranged separately and z. B. with an oblique or transversely projecting from the wall (49) support (48).
  • the control device (36) and the display (11) of the one or more outlet fittings (2) can be arranged separately and z. B. with an oblique or transversely projecting from the wall (49) support (48).
  • the wall (49) support (48) support (48) can correspond to the exemplary embodiments described above trained operating device (36) and display (11) to be connected to a structural unit (12).
  • an outlet fitting (2) can only contain one fluid, e.g. B. water, the control device (36) in the number of sensors or switches and also the display elements can be reduced accordingly. If several outlet fittings (2) with different arrangements or nozzle shapes for water are available, such as. B. can be the case with the shower device (43) shown, the control device (36) and the display (11) can be expanded accordingly. With a shower device (43), on the other hand, it is possible, in addition to the outlet (5) for water, one or more further outlets (6, 7) for other fluids, e.g. B. provide a shower gel, hair shampoo or the like. These outlets can e.g. be integrated in the shower head (2) or arranged separately.
  • a corresponding supply device (not shown) for the fluids can also be present in the case of a shower device (43).
  • B. is arranged under plaster in the wall (49).
  • the operating device (36) can have an integrated and autonomous control.
  • an external controller (37) (not shown) which can be operated at a suitable location, e.g. B. is also arranged on the supply device.
  • Figure 12 shows a further variant of the multi-function fitting (1) for use as a bathing facility (44).
  • the outlet fitting (2) is on a tub (47), for. B. a bathtub attached.
  • the operating device (36) together with the display (11) can in turn be arranged separately from the outlet fitting (2) or with it as in the first exemplary embodiment of Figure 1 to 7 be connected.
  • the operating device (36) and the display (11) can again be connected to form a structural unit (12) and adapted to the special needs of a bathing device (44).
  • you can z. B. have four sensor, switching and display elements for a program selection, the change in water temperature and for switching on and off. Via a sensor or switch for program selection, the z. B. is arranged on the top and labeled I, the duty cycle of the water inflow can be set so that the tub (47) is automatically filled to the desired extent. The adjustment can be made over time, the flow rate or in another suitable manner.
  • control technology can be designed as in the exemplary embodiments described above.
  • a supply device (not shown) may also be present.
  • outlets (5) for water and one or more further fluid outlets for bathing agents, hair shampoo or the like can also be provided. These can be arranged on the outlet fitting (2) or elsewhere.
  • the operating device (36) and the display (11) can be expanded in a suitable manner for this purpose.
  • the number of sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) or switches (40, 42) and the associated display elements (18, 19) can vary and be less than or greater than five. The same applies to the number of display elements (18). Furthermore, each sensor (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) does not have to be assigned its own display element (18). One or more sensors can be without display elements.
  • an illuminated display (20) can be dispensed with, for example only the display ring (21) with the inscriptions (19) in the display fields (22). is available. In the embodiment shown, the display elements (18) are visible to the operator from the front, for which the display ring (21) is advantageous.
  • the display elements (18) can be arranged at any other point in their spatial allocation to the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17), for example on the side of the jacket of the outlet fitting (2) or the fitting head (3).
  • the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) can have a different arrangement and configuration. Contactless operability is advantageous for hygiene reasons and to protect against vandalism.
  • pushbuttons or other sensor or switching elements that can be actuated by touch are possible.
  • the sensors (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) also do not have to be arranged in the manner described in an arc or circle distributed over the circumference of the outlet fitting (2) or the fitting head (3).
  • the display elements (18) can also be arranged at a different location of the outlet fitting (2), for example in the middle area or on the fitting base (4).
  • the display (11) can also be supplemented with further display elements, for example the aforementioned integrated beeper or loudspeaker or an external loudspeaker.

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  1. Robinet multifonctionnel (1), présentant un robinet d'écoulement (2) pour plusieurs fluides éventuellement susceptibles de changer d'état, un dispositif de commande (36) avec plusieurs capteurs (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou commutateurs (40, 42) disposés de manière répartie pour commander le robinet multifonctionnel (1), et un affichage (11), l'affichage (11) présentant au moins un élément d'affichage (18) qui est associé physiquement à l'un des capteurs (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou commutateurs (40, 42) de telle sorte que la position du capteur (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou du commutateur (40, 42) associé soit signalée à un opérateur,
    caractérisé en ce que plusieurs éléments d'affichage (18) de ce type sont rassemblés en un anneau d'affichage (21) du robinet multifonctionnel, un élément d'affichage propre associé (18) étant associé à chaque capteur (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou commutateur (40, 42).
  2. Robinet multifonctionnel selon la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce qu'au moins l'un des éléments d'affichage (18) signale une fonction de commande et/ou une confirmation de fonction du capteur (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou du commutateur (40, 42) associé.
  3. Robinet multifonctionnel selon la revendication 1 ou 2, caractérisé en ce que les capteurs (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) sont disposés de manière dissimulée.
  4. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'au moins l'un des éléments d'affichage (18) est disposé dans la région d'action (31) d'un capteur sans contact (13, 14, 15, 16, 17).
  5. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'au moins l'un des éléments d'affichage (18) présente un marquage (19).
  6. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'au moins l'un des éléments d'affichage (18) présente au moins un élément d'éclairage (24, 25, 26, 27, 28).
  7. Robinet multifonctionnel selon la revendication 6, caractérisé en ce que les éléments d'éclairage (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) présentent des caractéristiques d'éclairage différentes, en particulier des couleurs, des intensités lumineuses, des rythmes de clignotement ou similaires.
  8. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'un ou plusieurs capteurs (13, 14, 15) et éléments d'affichage (18) sont prévus pour sélectionner un ou plusieurs fluides et plusieurs capteurs (16, 17) et éléments d'affichage (18) sont prévus pour commander une propriété du ou des fluides.
  9. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que plusieurs capteurs (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou commutateurs (40, 42) et éléments d'affichage (18) sont disposés au niveau de la périphérie du robinet d'écoulement (2), de préférence dans la région de tête, ou au niveau de la périphérie d'un support (48) disposé de manière physiquement séparée du robinet d'écoulement (2).
  10. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que plusieurs capteurs (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et éléments d'affichage (18) sont disposés en arc ou en cercle au niveau et autour du robinet d'écoulement (2) ou du support (48).
  11. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que l'anneau d'affichage (21) est réalisé sous forme de disque annulaire saillant transversalement et se compose d'un matériau au moins en partie transparent.
  12. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que l'anneau d'affichage (21) présente plusieurs champs d'affichage séparés (22).
  13. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications 6 à 12, caractérisé en ce que les éléments d'éclairage (24, 25, 26, 27, 28) sont disposés au niveau du côté intérieur de l'anneau d'affichage (21).
  14. Robinet multifonctionnel selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que l'affichage (11) présente un ou plusieurs éléments d'affichage supplémentaires (29) et en particulier un élément d'affichage optique supplémentaire (29) est disposé au niveau du côté frontal du dispositif de commande (36) dans la région intérieure de l'anneau d'affichage (21).
  15. Système sanitaire comprenant un robinet multifonctionnel (1) et une alimentation en fluide (38) pour plusieurs fluides qui sont raccordés les uns aux autres, le robinet multifonctionnel (1) présentant un robinet d'écoulement (2) pour la pluralité de fluides éventuellement susceptibles de changer d'état, un dispositif de commande (36) avec plusieurs capteurs (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou commutateurs (40, 42) disposés de manière répartie pour commander le robinet multifonctionnel (1), et un affichage (11),
    caractérisé en ce que l'affichage (11) présente au moins un élément d'affichage (18) qui est associé physiquement à l'un des capteurs (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou commutateurs (40, 42), de telle sorte que la position du capteur (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou du commutateur (40, 42) associé soit signalée à un opérateur, plusieurs éléments d'affichage (18) étant rassemblés en un anneau d'affichage (21), un élément d'affichage propre associé (18) étant associé à chaque capteur (13, 14, 15, 16, 17) et/ou commutateur (40, 42).
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