EP2109706B1 - Support structure for rotating shutters - Google Patents
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- C10—PETROLEUM, GAS OR COKE INDUSTRIES; TECHNICAL GASES CONTAINING CARBON MONOXIDE; FUELS; LUBRICANTS; PEAT
- C10L—FUELS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; NATURAL GAS; SYNTHETIC NATURAL GAS OBTAINED BY PROCESSES NOT COVERED BY SUBCLASSES C10G, C10K; LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS; ADDING MATERIALS TO FUELS OR FIRES TO REDUCE SMOKE OR UNDESIRABLE DEPOSITS OR TO FACILITATE SOOT REMOVAL; FIRELIGHTERS
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05F—DEVICES FOR MOVING WINGS INTO OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION; CHECKS FOR WINGS; WING FITTINGS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, CONCERNED WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE WING
- E05F15/00—Power-operated mechanisms for wings
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- E05F15/603—Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors
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- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
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- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
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- E05F15/60—Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators
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- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
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- E05F15/60—Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators
- E05F15/603—Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors
- E05F15/611—Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings
- E05F15/614—Power-operated mechanisms for wings using electrical actuators using rotary electromotors for swinging wings operated by meshing gear wheels, one of which being mounted at the wing pivot axis; operated by a motor acting directly on the wing pivot axis
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- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05Y—INDEXING SCHEME RELATING TO HINGES OR OTHER SUSPENSION DEVICES FOR DOORS, WINDOWS OR WINGS AND DEVICES FOR MOVING WINGS INTO OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION, CHECKS FOR WINGS AND WING FITTINGS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, CONCERNED WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE WING
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- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05Y—INDEXING SCHEME RELATING TO HINGES OR OTHER SUSPENSION DEVICES FOR DOORS, WINDOWS OR WINGS AND DEVICES FOR MOVING WINGS INTO OPEN OR CLOSED POSITION, CHECKS FOR WINGS AND WING FITTINGS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR, CONCERNED WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE WING
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- the present invention relates to a support structure for rotating shutters in accordance with the preamble of Claim 1, such as, for example, leaf shutters or shutters of the Vicenza or Padova type and the like.
- shutters and the like which are applied to the structure of a building in order to cover/protect the openings of windows or doors.
- leaf shutters are very common, these being supported by means of hinges such as to allow the shutter to rotate between an open position and a closed contact position where they perform the abovementioned function of covering/protecting the window or door openings.
- Document FR-A-2 807 781 discloses a support structure for leaf shutters comprising a frame to which the leaf shutters are directly pivoted and actuating means integrated in the frame in order to act the leaf shutters from opening and closing configuration.
- the rotation shafts of said actuating means being positioned between the hinging axis of the leaf shutters in order to avoid the need of pulling arms to act on the leaf shutters.
- the technical problem underlying the present invention is to devise and provide a support structure for leaf shutters which has structural and functional characteristics such as to satisfy the abovementioned requirements, overcoming at the same time the drawbacks of the teaching mentioned above with reference to the prior art.
- the support structure for leaf shutters With the support structure for leaf shutters according to the present invention, it is possible to perform installation of the shutters in a simple and precise manner, allowing at the same time automation of the opening/closing movement of the leaf shutters without having to provide complex and aesthetically unattractive hinged lever systems. Moreover, with this structure, it is possible to achieve much more efficient insulation during closure compared to conventional installations and, as will emerge more clearly from the remainder of the description, the more set-back position when closed ensures a lesser degree of exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- 1 denotes overall a support structure for a leaf shutter 2.
- the shutter 2 is of the twin-leaf type and comprises two leaves 3 which are supported so as to be able to rotate with respect to the structure of the building so as to pass from an open configuration into a closed contact configuration where the leaves 3 perform the function of covering/protecting the window or door openings.
- the support structure 1 comprises two facing uprights 4 and 5 and an upper cross-member 6 for connecting together the abovementioned uprights. Together the cross-member 6 and the uprights 4 and 5 define a frame able to be fixed to the masonry structure of the building in the region of a window or door opening. More specifically, the support structure 1 is suitable for being inserted directly inside the abovementioned opening, so as to be substantially flush with the outer wall which bounds the opening.
- the support structure 1 may also comprise a bottom cross-member 7 for connecting together the uprights 4 and 5, which helps increase the rigidity of the structure.
- the support structure 1 has a quadrilateral configuration.
- the presence of the bottom cross-member 6, although it allows an increase in the structural rigidity of the support structure, may be undesirable for some applications, for example in the case of French windows, since it may hinder access.
- the uprights 4 and 5 and the upper cross-member 6 and bottom cross-member 7 may advantageously be made of aluminium or other material which can be easily extruded, as well as wood or plastic.
- the support structure 1 comprises hinges 8 which are associated with the uprights 4 and 5 in order to allow the abovementioned rotation of the leaves 3 of the shutter 2.
- the embodiment shown in the figures relates to a twin-leaf shutter such that both the upright 4 and the upright 5 have hinges 8 for allowing rotation of the respective shutter 2 supported by them.
- the shutter has only one leaf, which may be divided into two or more parts, it is evident that only one of the two side uprights will be provided with respective hinges.
- each leaf 3 of the shutter 2 is supported rotatably with respect to the respective upright 4 or 5 by means of two hinges 8, it also being possible to envisage a greater number of hinges, for example three or four hinges for leaves with greater dimensions and/or weight.
- Each hinge 8 comprises a fixed part 8a fixed to the respective upright 4,5 and a movable part 8b which is associated with the fixed part 8a so as to be able to rotate about a hinging axis which is conventional per se.
- the movable hinge part 8b is intended to be fixed to a respective leaf of a shutter so as to ensure the rotational supporting of the leaf with respect to the upright between a closed position in contact with the support structure 1 ( Figures 1 and 2 ) and an open position.
- Figures 3 , 4 and 5 show a condition where one of the two leaves is in the partially open configuration.
- the support structure 1 envisages locating means against which the leaves 3 of the shutter 2 come into contact, defining the abovementioned closed contact position.
- the fixed hinge part 8a is fixed to the respective upright by means of a fixing bracket 14, while the movable hinge part 8b is in turn rigidly connected to a further fixing bracket 15 designed to allow fixing to the leaf 3.
- the hinges 8 fixed to the same upright 4 or 5 are positioned aligned with each other so as to have their respective axes of rotation substantially aligned with each other along the same straight line X-X intersecting the upper cross-member 6.
- the upper cross-member 6 defines a housing 9 for housing actuating means 12 suitable for rotationally actuating the leaves 3 of the shutter 2 between the closed position in contact with the support structure 1 ( Figure 1 ) and an open position.
- the abovementioned actuating means 12 have a rotating shaft 13 which extends along the abovementioned straight line X-X in alignment with the axes of the hinges 8 and is able to cause rotation of the respective leaf 3.
- the support structure 1 comprises two respective and separate actuating means 12 which are positioned at the opposite side ends of the upper cross-member 6, each having a respective rotating shaft 13 positioned and extending in the manner described above.
- each rotating shaft 13 of the actuating means 12 projects from the respective opening 11 so as to be able to transmit the rotational movement to the respective leaf 3.
- each leaf 3 of the shutter 2 has, fixed thereto, along the upper edge close to the respective upright 4,5, a bracket 20 - in the example L-shaped - which is designed to engage with the free end of the respective rotating shaft 13 in the form of a prismatic connection able to transfer the rotational movement of the rotating shaft 13 to the bracket 20 and, consequently, to the respective leaf 3.
- the free end of the rotating shaft 13 terminates in a rectangular end lug, while the bracket 20 has an end fork able to engage with this end lug.
- the abovementioned bracket 20 may have an end which is formed so as to be inserted inside the respective opening 11 of the casing 10 and be rotationally actuated there by the actuating means 12.
- actuating means 12 in particular the electric motor incorporated in them, may advantageously be managed by an electronic module, the latter being controlled by means of control signals (electric signals of the type which can be transmitted via radio frequency, infrared or cable), and by end-of-travel sensors.
- control signals electrical signals of the type which can be transmitted via radio frequency, infrared or cable
- the control signals may, for example, be generated by a user who presses the keys forming part of a remote control or a control switch.
- the uprights 4 and 5 have a box-like form, as do the upper cross-member 6 and the bottom cross-member 7 where present.
- the connection between an upright and a cross-member at a corner may be performed, in a manner conventional per se, by means of reinforcing angle-pieces which engage with inner end portions of the abovementioned box-like structures.
- the uprights 4 and 5 have a respective recess 16 in the inner wall in the vicinity of the top end, more precisely at a predefined distance from the upper cross-member 6.
- This recess is such as to allow the built-in mounting of a portion of the actuating means 12 so as to obtain positioning of these motor means which is as close as possible to the outer side of the support structure, namely in the vicinity of the masonry structure.
- the upper cross-member 6 also has a respective recess 21 (shown in Figure 5 ) which is formed in its bottom wall at the opposite ends.
- This recess 21 allows built-in mounting of a portion of the actuating means 12 so as to obtain positioning of these motor means which is as high up as possible.
- the support structure 1 comprises a perimetral flange 18 and a corresponding perimetral flange 19 projecting outwards along the outer and inner edges of the support structure 1, respectively.
- the abovementioned perimetral flanges 18 and 19 are able to ensure that there is correct contact between the support structure 1 and the masonry structure portion of the building to which this structure is applied, acting as a barrier against the possible infiltration of water, rain and the like.
- the perimetral flange 18 is able to project a few centimetres beyond the edge of the window or door opening inside which the support structure 1 is arranged.
- the support structure 1 During use of the support structure 1, the latter is fixed, in a manner conventional per se, for example by means of plugs, to the masonry structure of the building, after it has been correctly positioned inside the opening, for example of a window.
- the structure 1 therefore ensures correct positioning of the leaves 3 and the correct closure of the window opening when both the leaves 3 are in the closed contact configuration ( Figures 1 and 2 ). Moreover the presence of the support structure 1 ensures that the two opposite leaves 3 of the shutter 2 overlap with each other in the closed condition in the correct manner.
- the actuating means 12 In the case where it is required to automate operation of the shutter 2, it is sufficient to add the actuating means 12, if necessary also at a later date after initial installation of the support structure. To do so, it is sufficient to house the actuating means 12 in the housing 11 provided in the upper cross-member, ensuring that the end lugs of the rotating shafts 13 project from the respective openings in the casing 10. Then the bracket 20 need merely be mounted on each leaf 3 of the shutter, ensuring that the end fork of each bracket engages with the end lug of the respective rotating shaft.
- Figure 8 shows a support structure 1 according to the invention designed to support a rotating shutter 2 of the so-called Vicenza type.
- Figure 8 shows a situation where the casing 10 of the upper cross-member 8 has been removed and the Vicenza type leaf 3, composed of two half-leaves 3a and 3b hinged together, is in a partly open position.
- the half-leaf 3b not directly hinged with the upright 4, is guided along an upper track supported by the upper cross-member 6 in a manner conventional per se.
- the structural and functional features of the support structure 1, in particular with reference to positioning of the hinging axes with respect to the upper cross-member, are such that it is possible to perform automation of the leaf shutters without having to provide hinged lever systems since, as described above, the bracket rigidly fixed to each leaf 3 is directly actuated by a rotating shaft of the actuating means.
- the support structure for leaf shutters according to the invention it is possible to fulfil the abovementioned requirements, without encountering the problems associated with the difficulty of positioning the hinges with respect to the masonry structure or the presence of the hinged lever systems.
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Description
- The present invention relates to a support structure for rotating shutters in accordance with the preamble of
Claim 1, such as, for example, leaf shutters or shutters of the Vicenza or Padova type and the like. - In the construction sector it is known to use shutters and the like which are applied to the structure of a building in order to cover/protect the openings of windows or doors. Among the various types of shutters leaf shutters are very common, these being supported by means of hinges such as to allow the shutter to rotate between an open position and a closed contact position where they perform the abovementioned function of covering/protecting the window or door openings.
- The use of rotating shutters of the leaf, Vicenza or Padova type is particularly advantageous owing to their limited impact on aesthetics and also in terms of installation, since it is not required to use sliding rails and the like.
- It should be pointed out, however, that, in order to install the shutters correctly, said installation operation must be performed very carefully, in particular as regards correct fixing of the fixed hinge part to the structure of the building in the vicinity of the window or door openings. As a result, there exists a very pressing need to be able to perform correct and precise installation of the shutters simply and rapidly, avoiding the risk of imprecise positioning.
- With reference to the shutters there is also a very pressing need to be able to automate the opening/closing operation of the shutters so as to avoid having to lean outside the building in order to perform this operation. In this connection it should be pointed out that the automation of leaf shutters is nowadays performed using actuating means which necessarily envisage the presence of complex hinged lever mechanisms able to follow the rotating movement of the shutters between the closed position and open position. According to a further aspect there is therefore also a very pressing need to be able to automate in a simple manner the leaf shutters of the type considered above. Moreover, during mounting of the abovementioned frame, the problems associated with seating and inserting upper cross-beams or casing in the wall, as is usual practice nowadays, are avoided.
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FR-A-2 807 781 - The technical problem underlying the present invention is to devise and provide a support structure for leaf shutters which has structural and functional characteristics such as to satisfy the abovementioned requirements, overcoming at the same time the drawbacks of the teaching mentioned above with reference to the prior art.
- According to the invention, this technical problem is solved by a support structure for leaf shutters in accordance with
Claim 1. - With the support structure for leaf shutters according to the present invention, it is possible to perform installation of the shutters in a simple and precise manner, allowing at the same time automation of the opening/closing movement of the leaf shutters without having to provide complex and aesthetically unattractive hinged lever systems. Moreover, with this structure, it is possible to achieve much more efficient insulation during closure compared to conventional installations and, as will emerge more clearly from the remainder of the description, the more set-back position when closed ensures a lesser degree of exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- The characteristic features and further advantages of the support structure for leaf shutters according to the present invention will emerge from the following description of some preferred embodiments thereof, provided by way of a non-limiting example, with reference to the accompanying figures, in which:
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Figure 1 shows a schematic front view, from the outer side, of the support structure for shutters according to the invention and a twin-leaf shutter supported by it in the closed position; -
Figure 2 shows a schematic front view, from the inner side, of the support structure and the twin-leaf shutter according toFigure 1 ; -
Figure 3 shows a perspective view of a detail according toFigure 1 with a leaf in a partially open configuration, viewed from the outer side; -
Figure 4 shows the detail ofFigure 3 , without the casing of the upper cross-member; -
Figure 5 shows the detail ofFigure 3 , viewed from the inner side; -
Figure 6 shows a partially sectioned plan view of a detail ofFigure 1 ; -
Figure 7 shows a simplified view, with parts separated, of the support structure and twin-leaf shutter according toFigure 1 ; -
Figure 8 shows a perspective view of a detail of a shutter support structure according to the invention applied to a Vicenza type shutter shown in the partially open configuration. - With reference to
Figures 1 to 7 , 1 denotes overall a support structure for aleaf shutter 2. - In the example shown the
shutter 2 is of the twin-leaf type and comprises twoleaves 3 which are supported so as to be able to rotate with respect to the structure of the building so as to pass from an open configuration into a closed contact configuration where theleaves 3 perform the function of covering/protecting the window or door openings. - The
support structure 1 according to the invention comprises two facinguprights 4 and 5 and anupper cross-member 6 for connecting together the abovementioned uprights. Together thecross-member 6 and theuprights 4 and 5 define a frame able to be fixed to the masonry structure of the building in the region of a window or door opening. More specifically, thesupport structure 1 is suitable for being inserted directly inside the abovementioned opening, so as to be substantially flush with the outer wall which bounds the opening. - In accordance with a variation of embodiment, the
support structure 1 according to the invention may also comprise abottom cross-member 7 for connecting together theuprights 4 and 5, which helps increase the rigidity of the structure. In this configuration thesupport structure 1 has a quadrilateral configuration. In this connection it should be pointed out that the presence of thebottom cross-member 6, although it allows an increase in the structural rigidity of the support structure, may be undesirable for some applications, for example in the case of French windows, since it may hinder access. - The
uprights 4 and 5 and theupper cross-member 6 andbottom cross-member 7 may advantageously be made of aluminium or other material which can be easily extruded, as well as wood or plastic. - Furthermore, the
support structure 1 compriseshinges 8 which are associated with theuprights 4 and 5 in order to allow the abovementioned rotation of theleaves 3 of theshutter 2. - In this connection it should be pointed out that the embodiment shown in the figures relates to a twin-leaf shutter such that both the upright 4 and the upright 5 have
hinges 8 for allowing rotation of therespective shutter 2 supported by them. Differently, in the case where the shutter has only one leaf, which may be divided into two or more parts, it is evident that only one of the two side uprights will be provided with respective hinges. - In the example shown in the figures, each
leaf 3 of theshutter 2 is supported rotatably with respect to the respective upright 4 or 5 by means of twohinges 8, it also being possible to envisage a greater number of hinges, for example three or four hinges for leaves with greater dimensions and/or weight. - Each
hinge 8 comprises afixed part 8a fixed to the respective upright 4,5 and amovable part 8b which is associated with thefixed part 8a so as to be able to rotate about a hinging axis which is conventional per se. Themovable hinge part 8b is intended to be fixed to a respective leaf of a shutter so as to ensure the rotational supporting of the leaf with respect to the upright between a closed position in contact with the support structure 1 (Figures 1 and2 ) and an open position.Figures 3 ,4 and5 show a condition where one of the two leaves is in the partially open configuration. - The
support structure 1 envisages locating means against which theleaves 3 of theshutter 2 come into contact, defining the abovementioned closed contact position. - In greater detail, the
fixed hinge part 8a is fixed to the respective upright by means of afixing bracket 14, while themovable hinge part 8b is in turn rigidly connected to afurther fixing bracket 15 designed to allow fixing to theleaf 3. - Advantageously all the
hinges 8 fixed to the same upright 4 or 5 are positioned aligned with each other so as to have their respective axes of rotation substantially aligned with each other along the same straight line X-X intersecting theupper cross-member 6. Furthermore, theupper cross-member 6 defines a housing 9 for housing actuating means 12 suitable for rotationally actuating theleaves 3 of theshutter 2 between the closed position in contact with the support structure 1 (Figure 1 ) and an open position. Advantageously, the abovementioned actuating means 12 have arotating shaft 13 which extends along the abovementioned straight line X-X in alignment with the axes of thehinges 8 and is able to cause rotation of therespective leaf 3. - In the example shown in the Figures, the
support structure 1 according to the invention comprises two respective andseparate actuating means 12 which are positioned at the opposite side ends of theupper cross-member 6, each having a respectiverotating shaft 13 positioned and extending in the manner described above. - Preferably, the housing 9 of the
upper cross-member 6 is closed at the bottom by acovering case 10 which has anopening 11 positioned opposite the point where the abovementioned straight line X-X intersects theupper cross-member 6. The free end of eachrotating shaft 13 of the actuating means 12 projects from the respective opening 11 so as to be able to transmit the rotational movement to therespective leaf 3. For this purpose, eachleaf 3 of theshutter 2 has, fixed thereto, along the upper edge close to the respective upright 4,5, a bracket 20 - in the example L-shaped - which is designed to engage with the free end of the respective rotatingshaft 13 in the form of a prismatic connection able to transfer the rotational movement of the rotatingshaft 13 to thebracket 20 and, consequently, to therespective leaf 3. In the example shown in the figures, the free end of the rotatingshaft 13 terminates in a rectangular end lug, while thebracket 20 has an end fork able to engage with this end lug. - According to an alternative embodiment not shown, the
abovementioned bracket 20 may have an end which is formed so as to be inserted inside therespective opening 11 of thecasing 10 and be rotationally actuated there by theactuating means 12. - It should be pointed out that the operation of the actuating means 12, in particular the electric motor incorporated in them, may advantageously be managed by an electronic module, the latter being controlled by means of control signals (electric signals of the type which can be transmitted via radio frequency, infrared or cable), and by end-of-travel sensors.
- The control signals may, for example, be generated by a user who presses the keys forming part of a remote control or a control switch.
- In order to ensure greater solidity of the
support structure 1, theuprights 4 and 5 have a box-like form, as do theupper cross-member 6 and thebottom cross-member 7 where present. The connection between an upright and a cross-member at a corner may be performed, in a manner conventional per se, by means of reinforcing angle-pieces which engage with inner end portions of the abovementioned box-like structures. - In accordance with a preferred constructional embodiment, the
uprights 4 and 5 have arespective recess 16 in the inner wall in the vicinity of the top end, more precisely at a predefined distance from theupper cross-member 6. This recess is such as to allow the built-in mounting of a portion of the actuating means 12 so as to obtain positioning of these motor means which is as close as possible to the outer side of the support structure, namely in the vicinity of the masonry structure. - Similarly, the
upper cross-member 6 also has a respective recess 21 (shown inFigure 5 ) which is formed in its bottom wall at the opposite ends. Thisrecess 21 allows built-in mounting of a portion of the actuating means 12 so as to obtain positioning of these motor means which is as high up as possible. - Advantageously the
support structure 1 comprises aperimetral flange 18 and a correspondingperimetral flange 19 projecting outwards along the outer and inner edges of thesupport structure 1, respectively. The abovementionedperimetral flanges support structure 1 and the masonry structure portion of the building to which this structure is applied, acting as a barrier against the possible infiltration of water, rain and the like. In particular, theperimetral flange 18 is able to project a few centimetres beyond the edge of the window or door opening inside which thesupport structure 1 is arranged. - During use of the
support structure 1, the latter is fixed, in a manner conventional per se, for example by means of plugs, to the masonry structure of the building, after it has been correctly positioned inside the opening, for example of a window. - Once the
support structure 1 has been arranged in position, with the fixedhinge parts 8a already fixed to theuprights 4 and 5, it is merely required to mount on it theleaves 3 of theshutter 2, to which themovable hinge parts 8b have been fixed beforehand by means of thefixing brackets 15. In order to do so it is sufficient to engage themovable hinge parts 8b with the hinge pin mounted on the fixedparts 8a of the said hinges. - The
structure 1 therefore ensures correct positioning of theleaves 3 and the correct closure of the window opening when both theleaves 3 are in the closed contact configuration (Figures 1 and2 ). Moreover the presence of thesupport structure 1 ensures that the twoopposite leaves 3 of theshutter 2 overlap with each other in the closed condition in the correct manner. - In the case where it is required to automate operation of the
shutter 2, it is sufficient to add the actuating means 12, if necessary also at a later date after initial installation of the support structure. To do so, it is sufficient to house the actuating means 12 in thehousing 11 provided in the upper cross-member, ensuring that the end lugs of therotating shafts 13 project from the respective openings in thecasing 10. Then thebracket 20 need merely be mounted on eachleaf 3 of the shutter, ensuring that the end fork of each bracket engages with the end lug of the respective rotating shaft. - With reference to
Figure 8 it should be pointed out that the figure shows asupport structure 1 according to the invention designed to support arotating shutter 2 of the so-called Vicenza type. In particular,Figure 8 shows a situation where thecasing 10 of theupper cross-member 8 has been removed and theVicenza type leaf 3, composed of two half-leaves leaf 3b, not directly hinged with the upright 4, is guided along an upper track supported by theupper cross-member 6 in a manner conventional per se. For the sake of simplicity of the illustration it was preferred not to show the abovementioned upper track and the connection means necessary for slidably connecting the half-leaf 3b to this track since they are parts which are known per se to a person skilled in the art. - It should be pointed out that the structural and functional features of the
support structure 1, in particular with reference to positioning of the hinging axes with respect to the upper cross-member, are such that it is possible to perform automation of the leaf shutters without having to provide hinged lever systems since, as described above, the bracket rigidly fixed to eachleaf 3 is directly actuated by a rotating shaft of the actuating means. As can be seen from that described above, with the support structure for leaf shutters according to the invention it is possible to fulfil the abovementioned requirements, without encountering the problems associated with the difficulty of positioning the hinges with respect to the masonry structure or the presence of the hinged lever systems. - Obviously, a person skilled in the art, in order to satisfy contingent and specific requirements, may make numerous modifications and variations to the support structure for leaf shutters described above, all of which moreover are included within the scope of protection of the invention as defined by the following claims.
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- Support structure for leaf shutters (2), comprising:- two facing uprights (4,5) and an upper cross-member (6) connecting together said uprights (4,5), together the cross-member (6) and said two facing uprights (4,5) defining a frame suitable for being fixed to a masonry structure of a building in the region of a window or door opening;- hinges (8) comprising a fixed part (8a) fixed to an upright (4,5) and a movable part (8b) associated with said fixed part (8a) so as to be able to rotate about a hinging axis (X-X), said movable hinge part (8b) being intended to be fixed to a shutter (3) in order to perform rotational supporting thereof with respect to said support structure (1) between a position closed against said support structure and an open position,characterized in that:- the hinges (8) fixed to a respective upright (4,5) are positioned so as to have their respective axes of rotation substantially aligned together along a straight line (X-X) intersecting said upper cross-member (6) of the frame and- said upper cross-member (6) defines a housing (9) where are housed actuating means (12) for actuating a shutter between a closed position and an open position, wherein said actuating means (12) have a rotating shaft (13) able to cause rotation of a respective leaf (3), said rotating shaft (13) extending in alignment with the axes of rotation of the hinges (8) of a respective upright (4,5).
- Support structure according to Claim 1, in which the housing (9) of said upper cross-member (6) is closed at the bottom by a casing (10) having an opening (11) positioned at the point where said cross-member is intersected by said straight line (X-X) passing along the axes of rotation of the hinges (8) of each upright (4,5).
- Support structure according to Claim 2, wherein the free end of said rotating shaft (13) projects from the opening (11) to be able to transmit the rotational movement to the respective leaf (3).
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 3, comprising respective pluralities of hinges (8) on each of said two uprights (4,5), said upper cross-member (6) defining a housing (9) for housing said actuating means (12) in the vicinity of each upright (4,5).
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 4, comprising a bottom cross-member (7) for connecting together said uprights (4,5).
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 5, comprising a flange (18) projecting outwards along the outer edge.
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 6, comprising a flange (19) projecting outwards along the inner perimetral edge.
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 7, in which said fixed part (8a) of said hinges (8) is fixed to the respective upright (4,5) by means of a fixing bracket (14).
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 8, in which said movable part (8b) of said hinges (8) is connected to a fixing bracket (15) for allowing fixing to a shutter (3).
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 3, in which said uprights have a box-like form.
- Support structure according to Claim 10, in which said uprights (4,5) have, formed in them, a recess (16) for allowing built-in mounting of a portion of the actuating means and obtaining positioning of said motor means as close as possible to the outer side of the support structure, namely in the vicinity of the masonry structure.
- Support structure according to any one of Claims 1 to 3, in which said upper cross-member comprises a section with a box-like form.
- Support structure according to Claim 12, in which said cross-member (6) comprises a recess (21) for allowing built-in mounting of a portion of the actuating means and obtaining positioning of said actuating means as high up as possible.
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