EP2124693B1 - Dispensing device for sanitary fluids - Google Patents

Description

The invention relates to a dispensing device for one or more sanitary fluids having the features in the preamble of the main claim.

For sanitary systems in the sanitary, kitchen or hospital sector, it is desirable not only to provide water for washing the hands. For hygiene purposes, the use of soap and possibly also a disinfectant, especially in fluid form, makes sense. A dispensing device according to the preamble of claim 1 is made EP 0,679,770 A2 known.

WO 00/04812 A and EP 0,207,279 A1 disclose a dispensing device with a fluid container for sanitary fluids, in particular disinfectant, wherein the fluid container is designed as a flexible bag having at least one hanger on the top and at least one outlet opening on the bottom.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a dispensing device for such fluids.

The invention solves this problem with the features in the main claim.

The claimed dispensing device has the advantage that it provides the necessary facilities for the fluid supply in a combined form and can be an easy to install and to handle unit. The claimed dispensing device also allows the controlled and reliable removal of fluids from one or more fluid containers, which can be designed and arranged removal extraction for this purpose. According to the invention, the dispensing device has a hanging arrangement with a bottom outlet and removal opening.

The equipment of the removal device with a quick coupling for connection of one or more fluid containers has the advantage that the fluid container can be exchanged quickly and easily and without major operating effort. The quick coupling can the Establish and secure connection between the fluid container and the dispenser device. In addition, the quick coupling can have an opening function for the fluid container, which can be opened automatically, for example, when placing or applying. An awkward handling of fluid containers and also the associated dangers of fluid loss and the formation of contaminants in the area of the dispenser device can be avoided. Also, contamination or contamination of the fluid or fluids can be prevented, which is particularly advantageous for disinfectants. The secured handling allows the maintenance and replacement of containers to be carried out by non-professionals, who also do not come into physical contact with the fluid (s). The dispenser device and also the sanitary system have aseptic qualities and, if required, eg in the hospital sector, fulfill high requirements for septic safety.

The arrangement of one or more outlet openings on the underside of a fluid container and of a correspondingly suitable removal element on the removal device, which may be formed, for example, as an upright rigid removal mandrel, has the advantage that a new fluid container for connection is simply placed or attached to the removal device must become. Due to the low-lying outlet opening the fluid is always at pressure on the removal opening (66) and can be particularly flat and safely removed. Air bubbles or interruptions in the withdrawn fluid stream can be substantially prevented. The present in the conveyor pumps can thereby be spared and designed accordingly. In addition, a substantially complete emptying of the fluid container is possible.

The fluid container is designed as a flexible bag, which can be attached hanging on a suitably designed carrying device, wherein at the same time the correct position relative to the removal device and the quick coupling can be ensured. Bag-like fluid containers have the advantage of a particularly simple handling and can also be transported and stored more easily than bottles and other containers with fixed walls. The slim, upright bag shape is also convenient for completely draining the fluid container.

The carrying device is adapted to the one or more fluid containers and is designed in a particularly simple manner as a hanging support. As a result, a simple and effective guidance of the fluid container in the operating position can be achieved. The one or more fluid containers is or are particularly easy and convenient for exchange and maintenance purposes.

The conveying device may comprise one or more controllable pumps together with conveying lines which are used for the further transport of the fluid (s) to a suitable delivery point, e.g. a multi-functional fitting, serve. The dispensing device and the conveying device can additionally be used for the provision of water or other media, wherein the temperature of the water can also be influenced and controlled via a tempering device, in particular a mixing device.

The dispensing device may include a controller and a power supply, wherein the dispensing device may be operated locally or remotely, eg from said multifunctional fitting. By the remote control, the dispenser can be suitable distant location or possibly also be arranged hidden. Here, a surface or flush mounting or installation in a cabinet or the like. Possible. The dispensing device only has to be accessible for changing the fluid container and for maintenance or repair purposes. The fluid selection and fluid output can be remotely controlled via a control device arranged at a suitable location.

The dispenser device can be combined with any output units. In a preferred embodiment, it is part of a complete sanitary system and is connected to an adapted multi-functional fitting. For reasons of hygiene, it is favorable to be able to operate the multifunctional fitting and the dispensing device without contact via a corresponding sensor device. In this case, a one-hand operation is possible by means of a suitable sensor arrangement and control.

The dispenser may have a special operating device, e.g. can be used for filling and rinsing the line and conveyor lines or for other purposes and which is advantageous for maintaining the operational safety and hygiene conditions of the dispensing device and the sanitary system.

A management system can record, evaluate, log and statistically process the use of the multifunction faucet and dispenser device as well as the sanitary system. Compliance with the hygiene and disinfection regulations can be monitored and logged. This is beneficial for quality control and can serve as proof of quality. The management system helps to increase patient safety and infection security in the hospital and other medical fields. In addition, can Cause research for any occurred infections operated and supported. In particular, the date and time and type and duration of use of the multi-function fitting and the dispensing device and the sanitary system can be detected, evaluated and logged by including a reader for operator identification. The management system may also include external ancillary devices, such as separate dispensers or the like, with the components of the management system communicating with each other in a suitable wired or wireless manner and exchanging messages.

The dispensing device and possibly the multifunctional fitting may have one or more suitable displays for signaling the operating states or also an operator guidance. It is advantageous to accommodate such a display in the field of view and handling area of the operator and in particular on the multi-function fitting. The display may be combined with the sensor device and disposed on a head portion of an outlet fitting while in the vicinity of one or more outlet openings for the fluids. This offers a particularly good ease of use, which can be transmitted via the display to the operator in a particularly simple manner notes on the operation of the sanitary system and also system messages. Another display device, e.g. a laser pointer, the operator can signal the exit area of a fluid and in particular the point of impact on the hand, so that the fluid can be utilized optimally and without loss.

In the subclaims further advantageous embodiments of the invention are given.

Figur 1:

ein Sanitärsystem mit einer Spendereinrichtung und einer angeschlossenen Multifunktionsarmatur in Seitenansicht,

Figur 2:

eine perspektivische Draufsicht auf eine Spendereinrichtung mit zwei Fluidbehältern,

Figur 3:

eine perspektivische Unteransicht der Spendereinrichtung von Figur 2,

Figur 4:

eine Frontansicht der Spendereinrichtung,

Figur 5:

eine Seitenansicht der Spendereinrichtung,

Figur 6:

eine perspektivische Frontansicht der Spendereinrichtung ohne Fluidbehälter,

Figur 7:

eine vergrößerte und abgebrochene Seitenansicht einer Entnahmeeinrichtung,

Figur 8:

eine perspektivische Frontansicht einer geöffneten Spendereinrichtung mit sichtbarer Fördereinrichtung für die Fluide,

Figur 9:

eine perspektivische Unteransicht der Spendereinrichtung von Figur 8,

Figur 10:

eine perspektivische Frontansicht einer Variante der Spendereinrichtung und

Figur 11:

eine Variante des Sanitärsystems von Figur 1 mit einer Sonderbetriebseinrichtung und mit einem Verwaltungssystem.

The invention is illustrated by way of example and schematically in the drawings. In detail show:

FIG. 1:

a sanitary system with a dispensing device and a connected multifunctional fitting in side view,

FIG. 2:

a top perspective view of a dispenser device with two fluid containers,

FIG. 3:

a perspective bottom view of the dispensing device of FIG. 2 .

FIG. 4:

a front view of the dispenser device,

FIG. 5:

a side view of the dispenser device,

FIG. 6:

a front perspective view of the dispensing device without fluid container,

FIG. 7:

an enlarged and broken side view of a removal device,

FIG. 8:

a front perspective view of an open dispenser device with visible conveyor for the fluids,

FIG. 9:

a perspective bottom view of the dispensing device of FIG. 8 .

FIG. 10:

a front perspective view of a variant of the dispensing device and

FIG. 11:

a variant of the sanitary system of FIG. 1 with a special operating device and with a management system.

The invention relates to a dispensing device (2) for one or more sanitary fluids (9, 10), which may be e.g. may be liquid soap and / or disinfectant or other media. The invention also relates to a fluid container (11, 12) for such fluids (9, 10). In addition, the invention relates to a sanitary system (1) with a dispensing device (2) and possibly a multi-function fitting (3). The invention further relates to a management system (75).

FIG. 1 illustrates a schematic side view of such a sanitary system (1). It comprises at least the said dispensing device (2), which can receive one or more fluid containers (11, 12) for identical or different fluids (9, 10). For this purpose, the dispensing device (2) has a carrying device (6) and optionally a removal device (7) and a conveying device (8). Furthermore, the dispensing device (2) may have a controller (48). The controller (48) may be part of a management system (75).

In the exemplary embodiments shown, the dispensing device (2) accommodates two fluid containers (11, 12) for two different fluids (9, 10). The number of fluid containers (11, 12) or fluids (9, 10) may alternatively be smaller or larger. For one type of fluid, a plurality of fluid containers (11, 12) may be present.

The dispenser device (2) can be mounted on plaster or plaster, for example, by means of suitable fittings, for example the mounting tabs shown in the drawings, on or in a wall (4). It is connected via one or more suitable delivery lines (51, 52, 53) to any consumer for dispensing the fluid (s) (9, 10). In the embodiment shown, the dispensing device (2) is provided with a multifunctional fitting (3). connected, which can be mounted at any point, for example on a basin (5), in particular a sink, a bathtub, on a wall (4) or the like.

The illustrated sanitary system (1) and the dispensing device (2) can be used for any purpose and in any application. Typical cases are e.g. Kitchen areas, hospital areas, private or public sanitary areas, e.g. Toilets, baths or the like ..

The dispensing device (2) can be coupled to a water supply or integrate such and thus, besides the one or more fluids (9, 10), also make available water, if appropriate in tempered form. For this purpose one or more water pipes (44, 45), e.g. separate lines for cold and hot water to be connected to the dispensing device (2). For the water also a separate delivery line (53) may be provided.

The dispensing device (2) according to the invention comprises a carrying device (6) for one or more fluid containers (11, 12), a removal device (7) for removing a fluid (9, 10) from a fluid container (11, 12) and a conveying device (8 ) for the further transport of the fluid (9,10) to any consumer, eg to the aforementioned multi-function fitting (3). The three devices (6,7,8) are e.g. accommodated in a common housing (22) which has a base body (24) and a housing cover (23) releasably secured thereto.

The removal device (7), eg in FIG. 5 . 6 and 7 is shown in more detail, may have a quick coupling (30) for connection of a fluid container (11,12). This allows a quick set-up and exchange and possibly a simultaneous automatic opening of a Fluid container (11,12). The relative movement for coupling can be done by the Ansetzbewegung. A latch or tensioner can assist in coupling and secure the coupling position. Alternatively, the coupling can be done by a manual or motor additional movement with a pivoting flap, a motor feed or the like. The quick coupling (30) can be designed for this purpose in any suitable manner. According to the invention
the fluid containers (11, 12) have one or more outlet openings (16) into which a removal element (31) of the removal device (7) belonging to the quick-action coupling (30) can be inserted and preferably one arranged in or at the outlet opening (16) Closure (17) releases. The outlet openings (16) can be located at any suitable location. In the preferred embodiment, they are arranged on the underside (15) of the fluid container (11,12). The removal element (31) is expediently designed for such a design as an upright removal mandrel (32), which is stiff and dimensionally stable and can penetrate into the outlet opening (16). The removal mandrel (32) may have a tip (33) for opening, in particular for separating or piercing the closure (17). The closure (17) may be, for example, an adhesive film or membrane in or over the outlet opening (16).

The fluid container (11, 12) can have an outlet connection (18) in the region and, for example, around the outlet opening (16), which can also have an outer laterally projecting and, for example, annular collar (19). The removal device (7) has a sealing receptacle (34) for the outlet connection (18) at the lower region of the removal element (31). As a result, when the fluid container (11, 12) is placed in place and the closure (17) is opened, it can be prevented that the fluid (9, 10) in undesirably emerges laterally next to the removal element (31) and leads to contamination. For sealing purposes, it is also advantageous if the cross-sectional shape and cross-sectional size of the removal element (31) and the outlet opening (16) or are adapted to each other, so that little or no free space for an undesirable leakage of the fluid (9,10). As a result of the positive engagement on the outlet connection (18), the removal element (31) also guides the fluid container (11, 12) on the outlet side.

As FIG. 7 illustrates, the removal mandrel (32) has a hollow shaft with a front-side tip (33). In the mandrel wall, one or more inlet openings (66) with pivotable backflow flaps for the entry of the fluid under suction pressure of the conveyor (8) and for protection against unwanted reflux may be present. Under the inlet opening (66), a flexible annular seal (67) may be arranged which seals against the inner wall of the outlet nozzle (18). The hollow removal mandrel (32) can be permanently or detachably connected at the bottom to a conduit (35) which leads to the conveying device (8) explained below. The removal mandrel (32) is connected at the bottom with the laterally projecting receptacle (34), which can provide a stop and a support surface for the outlet (18).

The removal element (31) can be permanently or detachably connected to the carrying device (6). A detachable connection allows a removal and replacement of the removal element (31) for maintenance purposes. It also allows a change of the removal device (7) and the conversion to other types of fluid containers.

In an alternative embodiment, the removal mandrel (32) can have a closed outer contour and serve only for opening the closure (17). It may in this case have a smaller cross-sectional size than the outlet opening (16), wherein the exiting fluid (9,10) is received in the nozzle receiving means (34), which in turn is connected to the conduit (35). The nozzle receptacle (34) forms an annular chamber for the fluid intake around the removal mandrel (32). By suitable sealing means, e.g. O-rings, lip seals or the like can be made a fluid-tight connection in mating position with the outlet port (18).

The removal device (7) and the quick coupling (30) may have a form-locking and / or non-positive locking (36) in the region of the removal element (31) for securing the connection between the fluid container (11, 12) and removal device (7). This lock (36) may be formed in any suitable manner.

In the illustrated embodiment, it consists of a movable and manually operated bracket (37) with a gripper (39) in the closed position in a suitable manner on the fluid container (11,12), for example on the outlet (18) and / or on the collar ( 19) positively engages. The bracket (37) is pivotable about a vertical axis, for example with a rotary joint (38) and includes with a vertical and laterally bent wall in the closed position, the removal device (7) and the quick coupling (30). The gripper (39) is, for example, laterally from the bracket (37) and is designed as a fork with edge-side wedge surfaces (68) which have a feed and clamping function for safe closing of the quick coupling (30). The collar (19) can according to FIG. 5 be formed by two axially spaced ring elements, between which the gripper (39) penetrates into the closed position. In this position, the gripper (39) with the fork arms includes the outlet port (18) laterally and also holds him in the axial direction as a bolt up and down on the ring elements of the collar (19).

FIG. 10 shows a variant of the removal device (7) and the quick coupling (30). The removal device (7), for example, a receptacle (69) for the fluid container (11,12), in which it is held and locked. The relative movement for coupling can then take place by moving the removal element (11) against the fluid container (11, 12) by means of a pivoting lug (70), a slide or the like. During this movement, the removal element (11) is introduced into the fluid container (11, 12) and, if necessary, the closure is opened.

Alternatively, a kinematic reversal can take place, wherein the receptacle (69) with the fluid container (11, 12) is moved relative to the stationary removal element (31). In a further modification, instead of the manual actuation, a motor unit and optionally an automatic quick coupling (30) may be present. In connection with the removal device (7) and in particular the quick-release coupling (30) it is also possible to take securing measures, e.g. asymmetric shapes of the outlet opening (16) and removal element (31) interchanging fluid containers (11, 12), the use of unsuitable or inappropriate fluid containers (11, 12) and other incorrect operations, e.g. Avoid incomplete hanging or putting on or the like.

The removal device (7) can have one or more sensors (56) for monitoring the fluid supply. For example, one or more level sensors (56) may be present, which may be arranged at any suitable location and the level of the fluid (9,10) in the fluid container (11,12) detect. Such a level sensor (56) can be arranged, for example, on the removal element (31) and in particular on the tip (33). He is placed slightly raised above the bottom of the container and gives signal when it is no longer covered by fluid. By means of a corresponding display, the low level can then be displayed to the maintenance personnel and / or an operator and prompted to replace the fluid container (11, 12) in the near future. If necessary, the level indicator can be multi-level in order to first issue an advance warning and, after further lowering of the fill level, a change request. For this purpose, the sensor (s) (56) are connected to a controller (48) of the dispensing device (2) and a display (64), which in the preferred embodiment is located on the multifunctional fitting (3). An indicator may alternatively or additionally be arranged on the housing (22) of the dispenser device (2) and signal the maintenance personnel in particular by a corresponding spatial assignment or a corresponding meaningfulness of the fluid container (11, 12) to be changed. By means of such a display, for example a color marking adapted to the different color of the container depending on the fluid (9, 10), the correct assignment of the various fluid containers (11, 12) to the dispensing points can also be signaled.

The fluid container (11, 12) can be designed in any suitable manner. In the exemplary embodiment shown, the fluid container (11, 12) is designed as a flexible, slender and elongate bag (13) which has at least one hanger (21) on the upper side (20) and at least one outlet opening (16) on the lower side (15) , In this area, the fluid container (11,12) also have a stiffening container web (14). The flexibility of the bag (13) can in one Biegeelastizität the bag wall consist, which is otherwise formed tensile strength. The bag (13) may deform and contract as the level decreases. The fluid container (11, 12) can also have a ventilation opening to avoid negative pressure when the level drops.

The single or multiple stiffening webs (14) are e.g. arranged centrally and protrude in the tank longitudinal direction upwards and / or downwards. They provide sufficient mechanical stability for a damage-free suspension and for the bag guide on the underside (15) in the region of the outlet opening (16) and the outlet nozzle (18), which may be formed on the local web (14). The bag (13) may be made of any suitable material, e.g. made of plastic or metal, and have a thin and flexible elastic wall. The bag wall is tensile.

The carrying device (6) is arranged at a suitable location of the dispensing device (2) and is located, for example, on the outside of the housing (22) and in particular on the housing cover (23). The carrying device (6) is designed, for example, as a hanging support (25) for one or more of said bag-shaped, flexible fluid containers (11, 12). The single hanging support (25) has a flat, eg made of steel strip mounting bracket (26) with a vertical web (28) and at its upper and lower end laterally projecting support arms (27,29). The web (28) is fastened with the flat side on the housing cover (23) in a suitable manner. The upper support arm (27) may have an end curved shape and is adapted to the hanger (21) of the fluid container (11,12), which is designed for example as a transverse slot-shaped opening. The lower support arm (29) is used for rigid or, for example, releasable by clip connection recording of the removal device (7) and in particular the Removal element (31), the nozzle receptacle (34) and the latch (36).

The web (28) may extend beyond the housing (22) a piece down, whereby the sampling point is below the housing (22). The line (35) is bent accordingly and pulled upwards. It opens at a line connection (54) on the underside of the housing. Here, a quick release connector can be present. A plug connection is also possible between the other end of the line and the removal element (31) or the nozzle receptacle (34).

In FIG. 7 is a variant of the support means (6) shown in dashed lines. The support device (6) and possibly also parts of the removal device (7) can be connected to one another to form a one-piece structural unit, which can also consist of a different material, eg plastic. The suspension beam (25) and in particular the web (28) and the support arm (29) may at least partially have a greater thickness and be formed like a box, while the line (35) protected and record hidden. The line connection (54) can be adjusted accordingly and can also be arranged concealed on the front of the housing.

The conveyor (8) is housed inside the housing (22). FIGS. 8 and 9 show their education. At the bottom of the housing two input-side line connections (54) for the cold water line (44) and the hot water pipe (45) are arranged. In addition, on both sides of the aforementioned line connections (54) for the two lines (35) to the fluid containers (11,12) are provided.

The conveyor (8) includes one or more controllable pumps (40,41,42). In the preferred embodiment, such pumps (40, 41) are provided at least for the two fluids (9, 10). The conveyor (8) can be time-controlled. For effective disinfection, e.g. a washing time of at least 30 seconds with the disinfectant (10) required. The duration of the fluid delivery is set by the controller (48) accordingly.

For the water supply can also be a pump (42) may be present, in its place but also in the presence of a sufficient line pressure, a suitable valve can be used. On the upper side of the housing, outlet-side line connections (55) are arranged for the delivery lines (51, 52) for the fluids (9, 10) and for a delivery line (53) for water.

The conveying device (8) can have a tempering device (56) for generating and optionally changing the desired water temperature. This can e.g. be designed as a controllable mixing device for the two connected water pipes (44,45), in particular as a thermostat. Alternatively, an integrated heater for the water is possible. Inside the housing (22) also the necessary line connections between the pump (41,42) and the temperature control device (46) and the line connections (57,55) are present, which are not shown in the drawings for clarity.

In the housing (22), the aforementioned controller (48) and a power supply (49) may be arranged, for which one or more suitable receiving compartments (50) are present. The controller (48) and the power supply (49) are not shown for clarity. The controller (48) may be hardwired or an arithmetic unit and in particular have one or more microprocessors. It can be programmable and have one or more suitable memories. In addition, a timer may be present. Parts of the controller (48) may be outsourced and located, for example, on the multi-function fitting (3) and in particular on the head part (59). The controller (48) may be completely outsourced with appropriate miniaturization and located on the multi-function fitting (3) or any other suitable location.

The power supply (49) is e.g. is designed as a power source and may include a mains connection and / or a rechargeable battery, a battery or the like. It serves to supply the preferably electrically operated pumps (40, 41, 42), the controller (48) and the other electrically actuated components of the dispensing device (2) and possibly also other parts of the sanitary system (1).

The controller (48) and the power supply (49) are connected by suitable supply and signal lines to the current-carrying components of the dispensing device (2). An in FIG. 11 indicated line connection may also consist of the multi-function fitting (3) and the local control device (62) and the display (64). Control signals may alternatively or additionally be transmitted wirelessly or by other means. A possibly outsourced and especially on the multi-function fitting (3) located controller may also have their own power supply.

The dispensing device (2) and the multifunctional fitting (3) are connected to one another via the delivery line (51, 52, 53) and, in addition, in the preferred embodiment, in terms of tax technology.

The dispenser device (2) can have at least one special operating device (71) for special functions, which can be designed differently. In the embodiments shown, it is designed as a rinsing device, which allows an independent operation of the conveyor (8). As a result, e.g. after changing a fluid container (11,12) whose fluid (9,10) nachgepumpt and the possibly partially emptied fluid line (51,52) are refilled. The special operating device (71) can also be used for maintenance, cleaning and disinfection purposes. One or more fluid containers (11,12) can be exchanged for containers with a cleaning, rinsing or disinfecting agent, which then by the device-side connections and lines (35) and the fluid lines (51,52) with a suitable and possibly increased Pressure is pumped and this flushes and cleans. Alternatively, separate pumps and tanks may be present and connected to the lines (35,51,52). Furthermore, a reverse flushing with a corresponding equipment is possible.

For operating the special operating device (71), one or more operating elements (72, 73, 74) may be present and arranged at a suitable location, for example on the housing (22). For example, these are three pushbuttons or switches located on the front of the housing FIG. 2 are shown. The middle switch (72) is used for switching on and off the special operating device (71), wherein the both sides adjacent switches (73,74) of the selection of the respective fluid container (11,12) or line and feed line serve. Alternatively, an operation via an operating device (62) of the multi-function fitting (3) is possible. The special operating device (71) has independent significance and can also be used with other conventional sanitary systems, dispenser devices and multifunctional fittings.

The multifunctional fitting (3) may have an outlet fitting (57), e.g. is designed as a bent or straight tube, as a shower head or the like. By means of a foot portion (58) of the outlet fitting (57) is an assembly at a suitable location, e.g. on the said pool (5) possible. The attachment may be rigid or mobile, e.g. be rotatable. Alternatively, the outlet fitting (57) can also be mounted on a wall or elsewhere and has a correspondingly adapted shape for this purpose.

The multifunctional fitting (3) has an operating device (62) with which the dispensing device (2) can be remotely controlled. The operator (62) may be contacted by an operator contactless or with touch contact, e.g. be operated with switches, push buttons or the like. There are also mixed forms possible.

In the exemplary embodiments shown, the operating device (62) operates without contact and has one or more sensors (63) for this purpose. The operating device (62) is arranged at a suitable location and is e.g. on or next to the outlet fitting (57) and in particular on the upper head part (59). At this point, one or more outlet openings (60) for one or more fluids (9, 10) and possibly also for water are located in the vicinity. From this, a fluid jet or in particular a water jet (61) is emitted.

The sensors (63) are arranged, for example with a mutual distance in the circumferential direction in an arc or a ring on the head part (59) and on the example of its cylindrical jacket. The sensors (63) are distributed uniformly over the sheet or ring and have delimited and arbitrarily directed, eg radially outwardly directed effective areas or effective sectors. The sensors (63) respond to the approach of body parts and preferably work without contact. They are designed, for example, as distance sensors, in particular as infrared reflex sensors with receiver and transmitter. They have mutually delimited effective sectors to ensure clear operation and function.

The multifunctional fitting (3) further comprises the aforementioned display (64), e.g. visually and / or acoustically signaled. The display (64) can be designed differently. On the one hand, it can be an operating display for an operator guidance and provide the users of the multifunctional fitting (3) with suitable instructions for use. The display (64) may alternatively or additionally be a system display and signal the operator the system conditions and possibly also give feedback or acknowledgment signals for control commands that have been transmitted via the operating device (62).

The sensors (63) and the display (64) are preferably arranged on the head part (59) of the outlet fitting (57) and are located in the aforementioned vicinity of the outlet openings (60). The proximity is favorable for the operation.

The display (64) can be formed in any way and thereby also be multi-part. In the embodiment shown, it has a laterally or radially projecting, one-piece or multi-part indicator ring (65) which is located on the outside of the example cylindrical head portion (59). The indicator ring (65) extends transversely to the longitudinal axis of the head and is directed obliquely upward toward the operator via the curved tube shape. The arrangement has a flower-like appearance. The display ring (65) can have one or more optically perceptible display elements and possibly also an illumination.

In particular, the display elements can signal the position of the sensors (63) and their active sectors. This is especially favorable if the sensors (63) are concealed and not visible from the outside in a corresponding housing on the head part (59) and have radially outwardly directed sectors of action. The display elements are distributed according to the sensor array in the arc or circle and may have a suitable label in the form of letters, numbers, symbols or graphics. The display elements may also signal the control function of the sensors (63), e.g. in writing or through symbols. In addition, a plurality of light-emitting elements spatially assigned to the sensors can be arranged on the display ring (65), which illuminate the display ring (64) from the inside and / or from the outside and possibly from sector to sector.

In the center of the display ring (65) may be another optical display element, e.g. a display with a pixel matrix of LED's, liquid crystals or the like. Be arranged. This can be e.g. the current water temperature can be specified. However, other information can also be transmitted.

The display (64) may further include an audible indication, e.g. a beeper or a speaker. These can be arranged at the outlet fitting (57) or at another suitable location.

Furthermore, an in FIG. 11 illustrated indicator means (81) for the fluid outlet be present, which makes the user the outlet region (84) at least one of an outlet opening (60) emitted fluid, in particular the additional fluids (9,10) recognizable. The display device (81) can be designed in any suitable manner. In the shown embodiment of FIG. 1 it is designed as a lighting device (82) which is arranged near the outlet opening (60) and emits at least one visible light beam (83). The light beam (83) is directed substantially parallel and at a small distance from the exiting fluid jet and optically marks the point of impingement of the fluid (9, 10) by a light spot on the hand of the operator. The lighting device (82) may be formed as a laser pointer, for example, to the power supply of the operating device (62) is connected and on selection of a fluid (9,10) of the controller (48) or the operating device (62) on and off becomes. The display device (81) has independent significance and can also be used with other conventional sanitary systems, dispenser devices, multi-function fittings or outlet fittings.

The sanitary system (1) may also be located at a suitable location, e.g. on the multi-function fitting (3), one or more readers for non-contact detection of signaling devices, e.g. Having cards with bar codes, transponders or the like. These may e.g. Be badges and contain personal data identifying an operator. The reader is just like the display (64) in a suitable manner connected to the controller (48), in which case the information recorded by the reader can be stored and processed. In particular, a personal hygiene control can be carried out via appropriate readable ID cards. This is e.g. as a hygiene protection in the catering sector, but also useful in hospital areas or other areas.

The sanitary system (1) may also have a management system (75). The management system (75) is in FIG. 11 shown schematically and has a management unit (76). This may involve the existing controller (48) or have a stand-alone controller. The administrative unit (76) has an integrated storage unit in which all data relevant for the sanitary system (1) can be collected and stored. This can be eg information about the number, the time and the duration of the uses of the sanitary system (1) and the multifunctional fitting (3). In particular, the number, time and duration of delivery of the additional fluids (9, 10), in particular of a disinfectant (10), can be recorded and stored. The mentioned data can also be combined with personal data recorded via the aforementioned reader. The storage unit may include one or more databases.

The management device (76) further includes an evaluation device for evaluating the acquired data. It may also have a facility for logging and producing statistics. Through logging and statistical detection, e.g. In hospitals, compliance with hygiene and disinfection regulations is monitored and proven. These logged data can also be used for quality assurance purposes and used to demonstrate the quality and benefits of infection control measures. On the basis of the collected and evaluated data, the hygiene and infection prevention measures can be further optimized.

In the management system (75), the fluid consumptions, including fill level controls, maintenance cycles and the like. Other system data can also be detected, evaluated and logged. The management system (75) may also include additional facilities, such as one or more separate dispensers (78) for one or more fluids, eg, disinfectants, be included. These can be, for example, those in FIG. 11 schematically illustrated individual donors, which are attached to a suitable location, for example on the wall of an operating room, a treatment room or the like. And can deliver one or more of the said fluids. For this purpose, an operating element (79) may be present, which may be similar to the operating device (62) of the multi-function fitting (3) and z. B. can be operated without contact.

The dispenser (78) may also be timed to provide the duration of fluid delivery required for effective disinfection of at least 30 seconds. During fluid delivery, a display element, e.g. an LED indicates the dispensing function. The dispenser (78) may also include a reader.

The management system (75) may also include multiple sanitary systems (1) with administrative units (76) located at different and spatially separate locations. The management system (75) may be e.g. Include all sanitary systems (1) in a clinic or clinic group.

The administrative unit (76) has a remote data transmission (77) for external communication, which has a suitable interface for this purpose. This can be, for example, a transmitting and receiving module for a radio transmission of data. The dispenser (78) or other ancillary equipment may also have a corresponding remote data transmission (80) and allow for mutual communication in the management system (75). This allows the personal control of compliance with the prescribed washing cycles and the respective washing time on all fluid-dispensing components of the sanitary system (1). Furthermore, data can be entered from outside via the said interface and be issued. The data communication can be wired or wireless. The management system (75) and its components have independent significance and may also be used with other conventional sanitary systems, dispensing devices, multifunctional fittings or outlet fittings.

Modifications of the illustrated and described embodiments are possible in various ways as defined in the appended claims. The dispensing device (2) and its components (6,7,8) can be designed in a different constructive manner.

Also variable is the design of the multi-function fitting (3), which may be deviating from the embodiment shown in any other way and may be equipped, for example, for a touching operation with hand levers, hand wheels or the like. The dispenser device (2) can be independent of the sanitary system (1) as a single component and can represent a separate component and delivery part.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

sanitary system

2

Dispensing means

3

Multifunction mixer

4

wall

5

Basin, washbasin

6

support means

7

removal device

8th

Conveyor

9

Fluid I, soap

10

Fluid II, disinfectant

11

Fluid container for fluid I

12

Fluid container for fluid II

13

Bag, hanging bag

14

container bridge

15

bottom

16

outlet

17

shutter

18

outlet

19

collar

20

top

21

hanger

22

casing

23

housing cover

24

Basic body housing

25

hangers

26

support bracket

27

Support arm above

28

web

29

Support arm below

30

quick coupling

31

removal element

32

access pin

33

top

34

stub mounting

35

management

36

lock

37

hanger

38

swivel

39

Gripper, fork

40

Pump fluid I

41

Pump Fluid II

42

Pump water

43

bracket

44

Water pipe cold

45

Water pipe warm

46

mixing device

47

Control, temperature selector

48

control

49

power supply

50

receiving compartment

51

Delivery line fluid I

52

Delivery line fluid II

53

Water supply line

54

Piping inlet to housing

55

Piping outlet to housing

56

Sensor, level sensor

57

outlet fitting

58

footboard

59

headboard

60

outlet opening

61

waterjet

62

operating device

63

sensor

64

Display, operating display, system display

65

indicator ring

66

removal opening

67

ring seal

68

wedge surface

69

admission

70

swivel plate

71

Special operating device, purging device

72

Switch, power switch

73

Switch, selector switch

74

Switch, selector switch

75

management system

76

manager

77

Remote data transmission

78

donor

79

operating element

80

Remote data transmission

81

Display device for fluid outlet

82

Lighting device, laser pointer

83

beam of light

84

Outlet area fluid

Claims (15)

1. Dispensing device for one or more sanitary fluids (9, 10), in particular liquid soap and/or disinfectant, wherein the dispensing device (2) has a carrying device (6) for one or more fluid containers (11, 12), a removal device (7) for removing the fluid (9, 10) from the fluid container (11, 12) and a conveying device (8) for the further transport of the fluid (9, 10), characterized in that the carrying device (6) is in the form of a hanging carrier (25) for one or more bag-shaped, flexible fluid containers (11, 12), wherein the removal device (7) has at least one removal element (31) which is designed for introducing into a discharge opening (16) on the lower side (15) of the fluid container (11, 12) and for releasing a closure (17) in the discharge opening (16), and the removal device (7) is connected to the conveying device (8) via a line (35) .
2. Dispensing device according to Claim 1, characterized in that the carrying device (6), the removal device (7) and the conveying device (8) have a common housing (22).
3. Dispensing device according to Claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the removal element (31) is in the form of an upright, stiff removal spike (32) which has a point (33) for opening, in particular for piercing, the closure (17).
4. Dispensing device according to Claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that the removal device (7) has at least one rapid-action coupling (30) for the connection of a fluid container (11, 12).
5. Dispensing device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a lock (36) for securing the connection to the fluid container (11, 12) is arranged in the region of the removal element (31).
6. Dispensing device according to Claim 5, characterized in that the lock (36) has a movable clip (37) with a gripper (39) for the engagement on a collar (19) of an outlet stub (18) of the fluid container (11, 12).
7. Dispensing device according to Claim 6, characterized in that the clip (37) has a rotary joint (38) and a gripper (39) which is in the form of a fork, encompasses the outlet stub (18) and engages over the collar (19).
8. Dispensing device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the carrying device (6) is arranged on the front side of a housing cover (23).
9. Dispensing device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the conveying device (8) has one or more controllable pumps (40, 41, 42) and one or more conveying lines (51, 52, 53), and also a controller (48) and an energy supply (49).
10. Dispensing device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the carrying device (6) has an upper carrying arm (27) for the suspension of the fluid container (11, 12), and a lower carrying arm (29) with the removal device (7).
11. Sanitary system with at least one dispensing device (2) and with at least one multi-function fitting (3), which are connected by conveying lines (51, 52, 53), characterized in that the dispensing device (2) is designed according to one of Claims 1 to 10.
12. Sanitary system according to Claim 11, characterized in that the dispensing device (2) and the multi-function fitting (3) are connected to each other in terms of control technology.
13. Sanitary system according to Claim 11 or 12, characterized in that the multi-function fitting (3) has an operating device (62) which is to be actuated contactlessly and has one or more sensors (63), and an optical and/or acoustic display (64).
14. Sanitary system according to one of Claims 11 to 13, characterized in that the sensors (63) and the display (64) are arranged adjacently on a head part (59) of a discharge fitting (57) in the region of one or more outlet openings (60).
15. Sanitary system according to one of Claims 11 to 14, characterized in that the sanitary system (1) has a management system (75) for the optional person- and time-related sensing, evaluating and recording of the system uses.

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