EP2236683B1 - Shower gutter assembly for wall installation - Google Patents

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EP2236683B1
EP2236683B1 EP20100155918 EP10155918A EP2236683B1 EP 2236683 B1 EP2236683 B1 EP 2236683B1 EP 20100155918 EP20100155918 EP 20100155918 EP 10155918 A EP10155918 A EP 10155918A EP 2236683 B1 EP2236683 B1 EP 2236683B1
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Reinhard Menden
Reiner Pauli
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03F—SEWERS; CESSPOOLS
    • E03F5/00—Sewerage structures
    • E03F5/04—Gullies inlets, road sinks, floor drains with or without odour seals or sediment traps
    • E03F5/0407—Floor drains for indoor use
    • E03F5/0408—Floor drains for indoor use specially adapted for showers
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03F—SEWERS; CESSPOOLS
    • E03F5/00—Sewerage structures
    • E03F5/04—Gullies inlets, road sinks, floor drains with or without odour seals or sediment traps
    • E03F2005/0412—Gullies inlets, road sinks, floor drains with or without odour seals or sediment traps with means for adjusting their position with respect to the surrounding surface
    • E03F2005/0413—Gullies inlets, road sinks, floor drains with or without odour seals or sediment traps with means for adjusting their position with respect to the surrounding surface for height adjustment
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03F—SEWERS; CESSPOOLS
    • E03F5/00—Sewerage structures
    • E03F5/04—Gullies inlets, road sinks, floor drains with or without odour seals or sediment traps
    • E03F2005/0412—Gullies inlets, road sinks, floor drains with or without odour seals or sediment traps with means for adjusting their position with respect to the surrounding surface
    • E03F2005/0414—Gullies inlets, road sinks, floor drains with or without odour seals or sediment traps with means for adjusting their position with respect to the surrounding surface for inclination adjustment

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  • the invention relates to a shower channel assembly for installation in a wall of a shower area.
  • a shower channel arrangement is particularly suitable for floor-level shower areas, which are infinitely easily accessible and in terms of dimensions to existing space conditions, regardless of standardized dimensions, are freely adaptable.
  • shower channel arrangements for wall installation are visually appealing, since in the bottom surface no drain is required, which could disturb the appearance of a tile picture.
  • a shower channel for installation in a wall is known.
  • the shower channel forms a lateral opening through which shower water can drain into the shower channel.
  • a cover plate is provided, which is mounted from the outside in front of the shower channel.
  • the inlet housing can be connected to a wall drain opening of a vertical wall.
  • the wall drain opening is covered by a cover plate.
  • the cover plate may be detachably mounted, for example, snapped or screwed from the outside.
  • a gutter system for facade drainage and drain wall aeration which comprises a U-shaped gutter with wall spacer and gutter cover.
  • the drainage channel has a one-sided molded mounting strip above the gutter cover, the directly to a Basement or base wall is attached.
  • the channel has a water-bearing water bottom and in the upper section a plurality of ventilation openings, so that between the Rinnenwandung and the basement or basement wall protected from rainfall air space for a permanent exchange of air and moisture is formed.
  • a downcomer having an upper inlet opening is known. Between the wall and the shower floor an inlet opening is formed, which can be closed by a cover. Entering through the inlet opening water flows into the drainage device and from there into a drain.
  • the present invention has for its object to propose a shower channel assembly for wall mounting, which allows easy installation in a masonry wall or a wall system and which is easy to handle in terms of maintenance and cleaning.
  • the shower channel arrangement should be designed visually appealing.
  • the solution consists in a shower channel assembly for installation in a wall according to claim 1.
  • the advantage of the detachable connection of the cover with the gutter body is that the cover can be opened or completely removed from the gutter body, so that the process for maintenance and cleaning purposes is freely accessible.
  • the fact that the fastening means are at least partially disposed within the channel body, is achieved in an advantageous manner that the cover in the closed state can be mounted flush with the shower wall is. As a result, an attractive appearance with a continuous side wall, without projections, is achieved.
  • the cover element which can also be referred to as a cover plate or cover, covers the opening at least partially or largely. By this is meant that the cover in the inserted state covers the opening, but leaves a gap through which the draining water from the shower area can flow into the gutter body.
  • the gap is formed between the lower edge of the cover member and the end edge of the shower area.
  • the shower channel assembly may be designed so that the lower edge of the cover is approximately in a plane with the tile mirror of the shower area. The gap is in a vertical plane. However, it is also possible that between the lower edge of the cover and the tile mirror of the shower area a distance is formed, that is, that the gap is in particular in a horizontal plane.
  • Embodiments in which the lower edge of the cover element is offset vertically and horizontally from the edge of the shower area are, of course, also conceivable.
  • the gutter body has in cross section considered an approximately C-shaped profile.
  • the gutter body extends in the installed state preferably over the entire lateral extent of the shower area, wherein the length is in principle arbitrary.
  • the channel body is elongated, that is, the length of the channel body is many times greater than the height or the depth. It is provided in particular that the gutter body has a bottom, a rear wall, a top floor and two side walls, wherein the lateral opening is arranged on the side facing away from the rear wall or opposite thereto.
  • the lateral opening preferably extends over the entire length of the channel body between the two side walls. For a simple installation and a good seal, it is advantageous if the gutter body, apart from the lateral opening and the drain, is closed.
  • the fastening means are designed such that the cover member between a closed position in which the cover member partially covers the opening, and an open position in which the cover member at least partially protrudes from the opening, is movable. In the open position, the drain is freely accessible for maintenance or cleaning purposes. In order to achieve even better accessibility, the cover can be completely removed from the gutter body.
  • the fastening means comprise at least a first fastening part, which is fixedly connected to the channel body, and at least a second fastening part which is fixedly connected to the cover plate, wherein the first fastening part and the second fastening part cooperate for fastening the cover plate to the channel body.
  • the fastener various possibilities are conceivable that can be used alone or in combination with each other.
  • the fastening means each comprise at least one magnet which forms one of the two fastening parts, which is firmly connected to the gutter body or the cover.
  • the magnet cooperates with a ferromagnetic counterpart, which forms the other of the two fasteners.
  • Magnetschnäpper Particularly favorable is the use of Druckmagnetschnäppern that jump on pressure.
  • the cover must only be pressed and then jumps in the open position or the removal position, so that it can then easily remove from the gutter body. It is understood that instead of one or more Magetschnäpper other snap mechanisms can be used, such as ball catch or snap-in connections.
  • the fastening means are effectively mounted in the region of the topsoil and / or in the region of the side walls. This ensures a reliable attachment of the cover over the entire length.
  • the cover For a support of the cover in the vertical direction, that is, down, this can at least indirectly rest on the bottom of the gutter body. At least indirectly means that the cover is supported directly on the gutter body, or indirectly, for example via one or more support elements.
  • support elements it is advantageous if they are adjustable in height. In this way, the gap formed between the lower edge of Wandbefliesung and the upper edge of the cover can be adjusted.
  • the support elements may for example comprise screws or bolts, which are screwed into the underside of the cover.
  • securing means may be provided, which are designed such that the cover plate is held in a defined open position after release of the fastening means. In this way it is prevented that the cover falls uncontrollably on the Bodenbefliesung after loosening the fasteners.
  • the securing means may be designed as a security lock and include, for example, a tab which is fixed to the one of the two parts, gutter body and cover member, and a retaining pin which is attached to the other of the two parts and over which the tab can be pulled.
  • the fastening means may be designed so that the cover plate is pivoted relative to the channel body to be transferred from the closed position to the open position.
  • the cover plate according to a first variant may be held on the channel body pivotally upwards.
  • the fastening means, with respect to the height of the opening are effectively arranged in an upper portion of the gutter body.
  • the pivot axis lies with respect to a horizontal center plane through the opening in an upper region of the channel body.
  • the cover plate on the gutter body can also be held downwardly pivotable.
  • the pivoting or tilting axis, with respect to the height of the opening is effectively arranged in a lower portion of the gutter body.
  • the fastening means for example in the form of magnetic catches, would be arranged.
  • the fastening means can also be designed positively, wherein the cover plate can be inserted into the gutter body.
  • the fastening means can be designed as a plug connection.
  • holding elements are provided on one of the two components, gutter body or cover plate, in which can engage with the other of the two components connected counter-elements.
  • a particularly reliable attachment of the cover plate is achieved if a plurality of holding elements are provided, in particular on the two opposite side walls and on the topsoil.
  • Retaining element and counter element, which form the first and second fastening part may be designed, for example, according to the tongue and groove principle.
  • the bottom protrudes from the opening side opposite to the topsoil.
  • the bottom is preferably designed channel-shaped, and in particular has a peripheral edge. Due to the peripheral edge of the bottom forms a depression.
  • the sewer pipe includes a siphon that can be screwed to the ground. Alternatively, a siphon with Pipe neck piece to be used.
  • the channel body has on the opening side in the region of the bottom a first collar, which lies in particular in a horizontal plane.
  • This first collar facilitates the sealing of the gutter body with respect to the floor of the shower area.
  • the first collar can serve in the installed state of the gutter body as Anflies
  • the channel body may have, on the opening side in the region of the side walls and the upper floor, a second collar, which lies in particular in a vertical plane.
  • the second collar allows a simple seal against the side wall and can serve in particular as a contact surface for Wandbefiltung.
  • the gutter body comprises both a first and a second collar, which lie in mutually perpendicular planes.
  • the first and the second collar are preferably connected directly to one another, wherein the opening of the first and second collar is peripherally bordered.
  • the gutter body and / or the cover are made of waterproof, stainless material.
  • stainless steel especially stainless steel.
  • the floor, the rear wall and the topsoil can be produced for example as a bar or roll profile, the side walls are subsequently firmly connected to the profile, for example by welding.
  • the floor can be made with peripheral edge as a separate component, with the subsequently consisting of the rear wall, side walls and topsoil upper part is firmly connected, for example by welding.
  • plastics or composite materials in particular of metal and plastic, for the production of the gutter body or of the covering element.
  • plastic injection molding or Profilstrangguß can be used.
  • the cover can also be tiled.
  • a circumferential flow edge is provided on the cover plate in a favorable manner.
  • FIGS. 1 to 6 There is shown a shower tray assembly 2 according to the invention for installation in a side wall of a shower area in a first embodiment.
  • the shower channel assembly comprises a channel body 3 with a lateral opening 4, a cover 5, which is insertable into the channel body 3, and fastening means 6, by means of which the cover 5 is detachably connectable to the channel body 3.
  • releasably connectable is meant that the cover 5 can be connected to the gutter body 3, so that it largely obscures the opening 4, and that it is removable from the gutter body 3 again. This is important for maintenance or cleaning purposes.
  • a special feature of the present shower channel assembly 2 is that it is suitable for installation in a wall, so that the bottom surface of the shower area does not have to have the appearance of Bodenbefliesung disturbing drain. Rather, the drain 10 is in the installed state of the shower channel assembly 2 in a wall portion, wherein between the bottom of the shower area and the cover 5, a gap 31 is formed to the inlet of shower water.
  • the shower channel assembly 2 according to the invention is particularly suitable for walk-in shower areas, which can be accessed barrier-free.
  • the gutter body 3 and / or the cover 5 are made of waterproof, stainless material. Especially good is stainless steel, z. B. stainless steel.
  • the gutter body 3 has, as in particular from the FIGS. 4 and 5 shows an approximately C-shaped profile with preferably straight wall parts.
  • the gutter body 3 comprises a bottom 7, which also serves as a lower wall section may be referred to, a subsequent to the bottom 7 rear wall 8, which may also be referred to as a rear wall portion, and a subsequent to the rear wall 8 upper bottom 9, which may also be referred to as the upper wall portion.
  • the top bottom 9 runs parallel to the bottom 7.
  • the channel body 3 is closed by two side walls 11, 12, which are firmly connected to the bottom 7, the rear wall 8 and the top 9.
  • the gutter body 3 is preferably designed in one piece, which should include the possibility that initially individual components are manufactured separately and subsequently connected to each other, for example by welding.
  • the bottom 7 is trough-shaped, that is, it forms a depression into which the shower water of the shower area can flow.
  • the bottom 7 has a peripheral edge 13. Opening side closes to the edge 13 of the bottom 7, a first collar 19, which protrudes toward the shower area of the bottom 7 to the front.
  • the first collar 19 serves in particular as a contact surface for a Bodenbefiltung 33 and facilitates the installer, the sealing or Betechnikstelligen the transition region between the shower area and gutter body 3.
  • the gutter body 3 opening side in the region of the side walls 11, 12 and the top 9 a second Collar 20.
  • the second collar 20 serves in particular as a contact surface for Wandbefiltung 34 and facilitates the installer, the sealing or Betechnikstelligen the transition region between the side wall and channel body 3. It can be seen that the first collar 19 and the second collar 20 connect directly to each other , so that the opening 4 is enclosed all around. Overall, a good seal and a simple installation of the channel body 3 is hereby facilitated.
  • the gutter body 3 with the exception of the lateral opening 4 and the drain 10, by the wall parts 7, 8, 9, 11, 12 is completely closed.
  • the gutter body 3 is tight and can be installed well in a masonry wall, wherein formed between the wall and the gutter body 3 cavities can subsequently be filled with filler, such as plaster.
  • filler such as plaster.
  • the fastening elements 14 preferably comprise two mutually angled support arms 17, 18, one of which can be firmly connected to the channel body 3 and the other with the floor.
  • the fastening elements 14 For fixing the fastening elements 14, threaded bolts are externally attached to the channel body 3, onto which the fastening element 14 is placed with a slot 15. Subsequently, the fastening element 14 is fixed by screwing a nut 16 onto the threaded bolt on the channel body 3. On the second support arm 18, a further elongated hole 15 is provided for attaching the fastener 14 to the floor by means of a screw. Characterized in that the holding arms 17, 18 have elongated holes 15, the gutter body 3 can be set during installation to the desired height and align horizontally.
  • two fastening elements 14 are provided on each side of the gutter body 3, one of which is fastened from the rear to the second collar 20 and the other from the outside to the side wall 11, 12;
  • it can also be used a different number of fasteners.
  • the fastening means 6 are designed so that the cover 5 can be inserted into the gutter body 3, wherein the opening 4 is largely hidden for visual reasons, and can be taken out of the gutter body 3 again. In a removed state, the drain 10 or the channel 7 formed in the bottom is freely accessible for maintenance or cleaning purposes.
  • the fastening means 6 are provided, which are effectively mounted in the region of the side walls 11, 12.
  • any other number of attachment means is conceivable, which may alternatively or additionally also be attached to the topsoil 9.
  • the fastening means 6 each comprise a first fastening part 22 which is fixedly connected to the gutter body 3, and a second fastening part 23 which is fixedly connected to the cover plate 5.
  • the first fastening part 22 cooperates with the second fastening part 23, that is, the two fastening parts 22, 23 can be connected to each other and separated again.
  • the fastening means 6 comprise at least one magnet, which forms one of the two fastening parts 22, 23.
  • the magnet cooperates with a ferromagnetic counterpart, which forms the other of the two fastening parts 23, 22.
  • Particularly favorable is the use of Druckmagnetschnäppern that jump on pressure.
  • the cover 5 must only be pressed and then jumps into the open position or the removal position, so that it can be easily removed from the gutter body 3. It is especially in the FIGS. 1 and 4 It can be seen that the fastening means 6 are each attached to a holding element 26 on the associated side wall 11, for example by means of screws.
  • the holding elements 26 are fixedly connected to the side wall 11, 12, wherein common types of connection are conceivable, such as screw, cohesive connections or snap-in connections.
  • the fastening means 6 are effective in relation to the height of the opening 4 in the upper half of the channel body 3.
  • the magnets 24 cause a force in the horizontal direction, that is, in the direction of the rear wall 8, which prevent the cover 5 from falling out of the channel body 3.
  • In the lower region of the opening 4 supporting body are provided which support surfaces 21 form, against which the cover plate 5 can be supported in the horizontal direction.
  • the support body can be formed for example by screws, which are screwed into the holding elements 26 on the side walls 11, 12. The use of screws has the advantage that the support surface 21 can be varied by appropriate screwing or unscrewing, so that the cover plate 5 can be vertically aligned.
  • the adjustable support body may optionally include a magnetic element which cooperates with a ferromagnetic counter element and causes a further tightening force on the cover plate 5 in the direction of the rear wall.
  • the Bottom 7, viewed in cross section through the channel body 3, extends laterally beyond a plane spanned by the second collar 20 in the direction shower area.
  • the lower edge of the cover plate 5 is approximately in a horizontal plane with the surface of Bodenbefiltung 33, or below.
  • the width of the gap formed in a horizontal plane between the cover plate 5 and the edge of the tile 31 is selected so that even with fully open water supply, the wastewater can flow through the gap without backwater. This also applies to the gap formed in a vertical plane between the lower edge of the cover plate 5 and the bottom 7.
  • the gap dimensions can be, for example, between 2 mm to 5 mm.
  • the support members 25 are adjustable in height, so that the cover plate 5 can be aligned horizontally. In particular, in this way, the gap formed between the lower edge of the Wandbefliesung and the upper edge of the cover 5 set.
  • the support members 25 may for example comprise sleeves which are fixed to the underside of the cover 5 and are screwed into the screws.
  • threaded pins can be attached to the underside of the cover 5, for example by welding, are screwed onto the corresponding sleeves. By appropriate screwing or unscrewing the screws from the respective sleeve, or the sleeve relative to the threaded pin, the height of the support member 25 can be changed.
  • securing means 27 are provided in the present embodiment, which are designed such that the cover 5 is held after the release of the fastening means 6 in a defined open position. In this way it is prevented that the cover 5 falls uncontrollably after loosening the fastener 6 on the Bodenbefliesung.
  • the securing means 27 preferably comprise an elastic retaining tab 28 which is fixedly attached to the back of the cover 5, and a retaining pin 29 which is fixed to the top 9 of the gutter body 3.
  • the retaining tab 28 is channel-shaped in cross-section, so that the retaining pin 29 is guided laterally in the retaining tab 28.
  • the Retaining tab an opening 30, in which the retaining pin 29 snaps when opening the cover plate 5.
  • the elastic retaining tab 28 must be pressed down so that it releases the retaining pin 29. Now, the cover plate 5 can be removed from the gutter body 3.
  • FIGS. 7 and 8 show a shower channel arrangement according to the invention in a further embodiment in cross section.
  • the shower channel arrangement largely corresponds to that according to FIG. 1 , so that reference is made to the above description in terms of similarities.
  • the fastening means 6 in addition to the first and second fastening part 22, 23 comprise a pivot bearing 32, by means of which the cover plate 5 is pivotally mounted relative to the channel body 3.
  • the fastening means in this case also comprise a snap mechanism, for example a magnetic catch, a Druckmagnetschnäpper or a ball catch.
  • the pivot bearing 32 is disposed below a horizontal center plane through the opening 4, so that the cover plate 5 swings open with dissolved mounting member 22 down. In the swung-open state, the drain 10 or the gutter is accessible. If the opening thus formed is not large enough, the cover plate 5 can be completely removed by releasing the pivot bearing 32 of the gutter body 3.
  • the recessed portion of the bottom 7 is set back from the free end of the top 9. This results between the lower edge of the cover plate 5 and the collar 19, a vertical gap 31.
  • the cover plate 5 is viewed in cross section in the region of the collar 19 and flush with the free edge of the top 9 and the side walls 11, 12 off.
  • the height of the cover plate 5 and thus the height of the gap 31 is chosen so that even in tiled condition of the bottom area remains a sufficiently large residual gap to the flow of shower water. This can be in particular between 3 mm and 5 mm.
  • FIGS. 9 and 10 show a shower channel arrangement according to the invention in a further embodiment in cross section.
  • the shower channel arrangement largely corresponds to that according to the FIGS. 7 or 8, so that in terms of the similarities to the above description, and thus to the description of FIG. 1 , Reference is made. There are the same or corresponding components with the same reference numerals as in the above figures. In the following, the particular features of the present embodiment will be discussed.
  • the pivot bearings 32 are arranged in the present embodiment above the horizontal center plane through the opening 4, so that the cover plate 5 swings upwards.
  • the drain 10 or the gutter is accessible for maintenance or cleaning purposes.
  • the cover plate 5 can also be completely removed from the channel body 3 by releasing the pivot bearing 32.
  • Additional fasteners, such as the fasteners 22, 23 in the FIGS. 7 or 8, are presently not required, since the cover plate 5 due to the storage in the upper region of the channel body 3 is hanging vertically downwards.
  • For vertical alignment of the cover plate 5 may optionally be provided with a support surface 21, a support body.
  • the support body is preferably designed so that the position of the support surface 21 are varied, against which the cover plate 5 is supported in the lower region of the opening 4. In this way, the support plate 5 can be aligned vertically in alignment with the Wandbefliesung exactly.
  • FIGS. 11 and 12 show a shower channel arrangement according to the invention in a further embodiment in cross section.
  • the shower channel arrangement corresponds in many parts to those according to the FIGS. 7 or 8, so that in terms of the similarities to the above description, and thus to the description of FIG. 1 , Reference is made. They are the same or corresponding components provided with the same reference numerals as in the above figures. In the following, the particular features of the present embodiment will be discussed.
  • the fastening means 6 are designed positively, in particular so that the cover plate 5 can be inserted laterally into the gutter body 3.
  • the fastening means 6 each comprise a first fastening part 22 which is fixedly connected to the gutter body 3, and a second fastening part 23 which is fixedly connected to the cover plate 5.
  • the second fastening part 23 is preferably an edge portion of the cover plate 5.
  • the first and second fastening parts 22, 23 cooperate in the manner of a plug connection.
  • one of the two fastening parts forms an opening into which the other of the two fastening parts engages positively with a web. It can be seen that in the present case at least three fastening means 6 are provided, one each in the region of the side walls 11, 12 and at least one in the region of the upper bottom 9.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Duschrinnenanordnung zum Einbau in einer Wand eines Duschbereichs. Eine derartige Duschrinnenanordnung eignet sich insbesondere für bodenebene Duschbereiche, die stufenlos leicht zugänglich sind und hinsichtlich der Abmaße an bestehende Bauraumverhältnisse, unabhängig von genormten Maßen, frei anpaßbar sind. Darüber hinaus sind Duschrinnenanordnungen für den Wandeinbau optisch ansprechend, da in der Bodenfläche kein Abfluß erforderlich ist, welcher das Erscheinungsbild eines Fliesenbildes stören könnte.The invention relates to a shower channel assembly for installation in a wall of a shower area. Such a shower channel arrangement is particularly suitable for floor-level shower areas, which are infinitely easily accessible and in terms of dimensions to existing space conditions, regardless of standardized dimensions, are freely adaptable. In addition, shower channel arrangements for wall installation are visually appealing, since in the bottom surface no drain is required, which could disturb the appearance of a tile picture.

Aus der ES 2 299 295 ist bereits eine Duschrinne für den Einbau in einer Wand bekannt. Die Duschrinne bildet eine seitliche Öffnung aus, durch die Duschwasser in die Duschrinne ablaufen kann. Zur Abdeckung der seitlichen Öffnung ist eine Abdeckplatte vorgesehen, die von außen vor die Duschrinne montiert wird.From the ES 2 299 295 already a shower channel for installation in a wall is known. The shower channel forms a lateral opening through which shower water can drain into the shower channel. To cover the side opening a cover plate is provided, which is mounted from the outside in front of the shower channel.

Aus der EP 2 009 187 A1 ist ein Bodenablauf mit einem Ablauftopf und einem einseitig offenen Einlaufgehäuse bekannt. Das Einlaufgehäuse ist an eine Wandablauföffnung einer vertikalen Wand anschließbar. Die Wandablauföffnung ist von einer Abdeckplatte abgedeckt. Die Abdeckplatte kann lösbar montiert sein, beispielsweise von außen aufgerastet oder aufgeschraubt.From the EP 2 009 187 A1 is a floor drain with a drain pot and a one-sided open inlet housing known. The inlet housing can be connected to a wall drain opening of a vertical wall. The wall drain opening is covered by a cover plate. The cover plate may be detachably mounted, for example, snapped or screwed from the outside.

Aus der DE 10 2005 007 210 A1 ist ein Rinnensystem für Fassadenentwässerung und Drainwandbelüftung bekannt, das eine U-förmige Rinne mit Wandabstandhalter und Rinnenabdeckung umfasst. Die Entwässerungsrinne hat eine einseitig angeformte Befestigungsleiste oberhalb der Rinnenabdeckung, die unmittelbar an einer Keller- oder Sockelwand befestigt ist. Die Rinne hat eine wasserführende Wassersohle und im oberen Abschnitt mehrere Lüftungsöffnungen, so daß zwischen der Rinnenwandung und der Keller- bzw. Sockelwand ein vor Niederschlagwasser geschützter Luftraum für einen permanenten Luft- und Feuchtigkeitsaustausch gebildet ist.From the DE 10 2005 007 210 A1 For example, a gutter system for facade drainage and drain wall aeration is known which comprises a U-shaped gutter with wall spacer and gutter cover. The drainage channel has a one-sided molded mounting strip above the gutter cover, the directly to a Basement or base wall is attached. The channel has a water-bearing water bottom and in the upper section a plurality of ventilation openings, so that between the Rinnenwandung and the basement or basement wall protected from rainfall air space for a permanent exchange of air and moisture is formed.

Aus der US 6 014 780 A ist eine Ablaufvorrichtung mit einer oberen Einlauföffnung bekannt. Zwischen der Wand und dem Duschboden ist eine Einlauföffnung gebildet, die von einer Abdeckung verschlossen werden kann. Durch die Einlauföffnung eintretendes Wasser fließt in die Ablaufvorrichtung und von dort in einen Abfluß.From the US 6 014 780 A For example, a downcomer having an upper inlet opening is known. Between the wall and the shower floor an inlet opening is formed, which can be closed by a cover. Entering through the inlet opening water flows into the drainage device and from there into a drain.

Der vorliegenden Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Duschrinnenanordnung für den Wandeinbau vorzuschlagen, die eine einfache Montage in eine gemauerte Wand oder ein Vorwandsystem ermöglicht und die hinsichtlich Wartung und Reinigung gut handhabbar ist. Außerdem soll die Duschrinnenanordnung optisch ansprechend gestaltet sein.The present invention has for its object to propose a shower channel assembly for wall mounting, which allows easy installation in a masonry wall or a wall system and which is easy to handle in terms of maintenance and cleaning. In addition, the shower channel arrangement should be designed visually appealing.

Die Lösung besteht in einer Duschrinnenanordnung zum Einbau in eine Wand gemäß Anspruch 1.The solution consists in a shower channel assembly for installation in a wall according to claim 1.

Der Vorteil der lösbaren Verbindung des Abdeckelements mit dem Rinnenkörper besteht darin, daß das Abdeckelement geöffnet bzw. vollständig aus dem Rinnenkörper herausgenommen werden kann, so daß der Ablauf für Wartungs- und Reinigungszwecke frei zugänglich ist. Dadurch, daß die Befestigungsmittel zumindest teilweise innerhalb des Rinnenkörpers angeordnet sind, wird in vorteilhafter Weise erreicht, daß das Abdeckelement in geschlossenem Zustand bündig mit der Duschwand montierbar ist. Hierdurch wird ein ansprechendes Erscheinungsbild mit einer durchgehenden Seitenwand, ohne Vorsprünge, erreicht.The advantage of the detachable connection of the cover with the gutter body is that the cover can be opened or completely removed from the gutter body, so that the process for maintenance and cleaning purposes is freely accessible. The fact that the fastening means are at least partially disposed within the channel body, is achieved in an advantageous manner that the cover in the closed state can be mounted flush with the shower wall is. As a result, an attractive appearance with a continuous side wall, without projections, is achieved.

Das Abdeckelement, das auch als Abdeckplatte oder Verkleidung bezeichnet werden kann, verdeckt die Öffnung zumindest teilweise bzw. größtenteils. Hiermit ist gemeint, daß das Abdeckelement in eingesetztem Zustand die Öffnung verdeckt, dabei aber einen Spalt freiläßt, durch den das ablaufende Wasser aus dem Duschbereich in den Rinnenkörper einfließen kann. Der Spalt ist zwischen der Unterkante des Abdeckelements und der Abschlußkante des Duschbereichs gebildet. Die Duschrinnenanordnung kann so gestaltet sein, daß die Unterkante des Abdeckelements etwa in einer Ebene mit dem Fliesenspiegel des Duschbereichs liegt. Dabei befindet sich der Spalt in einer Vertikalebene. Es ist jedoch ebenso möglich, daß zwischen der Unterkante des Abdeckelements und dem Fliesenspiegel des Duschbereichs ein Abstand gebildet ist, das heißt, daß der Spalt insbesondere in einer Horizontalebene liegt. Ausführungsformen, bei denen die Unterkante des Abdeckelements gegenüber der Kante des Duschbereichs vertikal und horizontal versetzt ist, sind selbstverständlich auch denkbar.The cover element, which can also be referred to as a cover plate or cover, covers the opening at least partially or largely. By this is meant that the cover in the inserted state covers the opening, but leaves a gap through which the draining water from the shower area can flow into the gutter body. The gap is formed between the lower edge of the cover member and the end edge of the shower area. The shower channel assembly may be designed so that the lower edge of the cover is approximately in a plane with the tile mirror of the shower area. The gap is in a vertical plane. However, it is also possible that between the lower edge of the cover and the tile mirror of the shower area a distance is formed, that is, that the gap is in particular in a horizontal plane. Embodiments in which the lower edge of the cover element is offset vertically and horizontally from the edge of the shower area are, of course, also conceivable.

Der Rinnenkörper hat im Querschnitt betrachte ein etwa C-förmiges Profil. Der Rinnenkörper erstreckt sich im Einbauzustand vorzugsweise über die gesamte seitliche Erstreckung des Duschbereichs, wobei die Länge prinzipiell beliebig ist. Der Rinnenkörper ist länglich gestaltet, das heißt die Länge des Rinnenkörpers ist um ein Vielfaches größer, als die Höhe bzw. die Tiefe. Es ist insbesondere vorgesehen, daß der Rinnenkörper einen Boden, eine Rückwand, einen Oberboden und zwei Seitenwänden aufweist, wobei die seitliche Öffnung auf der von der Rückwand abgewandten Seite angeordnet ist bzw. dieser gegenüberliegt. Die seitliche Öffnung erstreckt sich vorzugsweise über die gesamte Länge des Rinnenkörpers zwischen den beiden Seitenwänden. Für einen einfachen Einbau sowie eine gute Abdichtung ist es günstig, wenn der Rinnenkörper, abgesehen von der seitlichen Öffnung und dem Ablauf, geschlossen ausgebildet ist.The gutter body has in cross section considered an approximately C-shaped profile. The gutter body extends in the installed state preferably over the entire lateral extent of the shower area, wherein the length is in principle arbitrary. The channel body is elongated, that is, the length of the channel body is many times greater than the height or the depth. It is provided in particular that the gutter body has a bottom, a rear wall, a top floor and two side walls, wherein the lateral opening is arranged on the side facing away from the rear wall or opposite thereto. The lateral opening preferably extends over the entire length of the channel body between the two side walls. For a simple installation and a good seal, it is advantageous if the gutter body, apart from the lateral opening and the drain, is closed.

Nach einer bevorzugten Ausgestaltung sind die Befestigungsmittel derart gestaltet, daß das Abdeckelement zwischen einer Schließstellung, in der das Abdeckelement die Öffnung partiell verdeckt, und einer Offenstellung, in der das Abdeckelement gegenüber der Öffnung zumindest teilweise hervorsteht, bewegbar ist. In der Offenstellung ist der Abfluß für Wartungs- oder Reinigungszwecke frei zugänglich. Um eine noch bessere Zugänglichkeit zu erreichen, läßt sich das Abdeckelement auch vollständig von dem Rinnenkörper abnehmen. Vorzugsweise umfassen die Befestigungsmittel zumindest ein erstes Befestigungsteil, das fest mit dem Rinnenkörper verbunden ist, sowie zumindest ein zweites Befestigungsteil, das fest mit der Abdeckplatte verbunden ist, wobei das erste Befestigungsteil und das zweite Befestigungsteil zur Befestigung der Abdeckplatte an dem Rinnenkörper zusammenwirken. Für die konkrete Ausgestaltung der Befestigungsmittel sind verschiedene Möglichkeiten denkbar, die allein oder auch in Kombination miteinander zum Einsatz kommen können.According to a preferred embodiment, the fastening means are designed such that the cover member between a closed position in which the cover member partially covers the opening, and an open position in which the cover member at least partially protrudes from the opening, is movable. In the open position, the drain is freely accessible for maintenance or cleaning purposes. In order to achieve even better accessibility, the cover can be completely removed from the gutter body. Preferably, the fastening means comprise at least a first fastening part, which is fixedly connected to the channel body, and at least a second fastening part which is fixedly connected to the cover plate, wherein the first fastening part and the second fastening part cooperate for fastening the cover plate to the channel body. For the specific embodiment of the fastener various possibilities are conceivable that can be used alone or in combination with each other.

Eine besonders einfaches Öffnen und Schließen des Abdeckelements wird ermöglicht, wenn die Befestigungsmittel jeweils zumindest einen Magneten umfassen, der eines der beiden Befestigungsteile bildet, das mit dem Rinnenkörper bzw. dem Abdeckelement fest verbunden ist. Der Magnet wirkt mit einem ferromagnetischem Gegenstück zusammen, das das andere der beiden Befestigungsteile bildet. Gemeinsam werden Magnet und Gegenstück auch als Magnetschnäpper bezeichnet. Besonders günstig ist die Verwendung von Druckmagnetschnäppern, die auf Druck aufspringen. Bei dieser Ausgestaltung muß das Abdeckelement lediglich angedrückt werden und springt dann in die Offenstellung bzw. die Entnahmeposition, so daß es sich dann leicht aus dem Rinnenkörper herausnehmen läßt. Es versteht sich, daß anstelle eines oder mehrerer Magetschnäpper auch andere Schnappmechanismen verwendet werden können, beispielsweise Kugelschnäpper oder Rastverbindungen.A particularly simple opening and closing of the cover is made possible when the fastening means each comprise at least one magnet which forms one of the two fastening parts, which is firmly connected to the gutter body or the cover. The magnet cooperates with a ferromagnetic counterpart, which forms the other of the two fasteners. Together Magnet and counterpart are also referred to as Magnetschnäpper. Particularly favorable is the use of Druckmagnetschnäppern that jump on pressure. In this embodiment, the cover must only be pressed and then jumps in the open position or the removal position, so that it can then easily remove from the gutter body. It is understood that instead of one or more Magetschnäpper other snap mechanisms can be used, such as ball catch or snap-in connections.

Vorzugsweise sind die Befestigungsmittel im Bereich des Oberbodens und/oder im Bereich der Seitenwände wirksam angebracht. Hierdurch wird eine zuverlässige Befestigung des Abdeckelements über die gesamte Länge gewährleistet.Preferably, the fastening means are effectively mounted in the region of the topsoil and / or in the region of the side walls. This ensures a reliable attachment of the cover over the entire length.

Für eine Abstützung des Abdeckelements in vertikaler Richtung, das heißt nach unten, kann dieses zumindest mittelbar auf dem Boden des Rinnenkörpers aufliegen. Zumindest mittelbar bedeutet, das das Abdeckelement unmittelbar auf dem Rinnenkörper abgestützt ist, oder mittelbar, beispielsweise über ein oder mehrere Stützelemente. Bei Verwendung von Stützelementen ist es günstig, wenn diese höhenverstellbar sind. Auf diese Weise läßt sich der zwischen der Unterkante der Wandbefliesung und der Oberkante des Abdeckelements gebildete Spalt einstellen. Die Stützelemente können beispielsweise Schrauben oder Bolzen umfassen, welche in die Unterseite des Abdeckelements eingeschraubt sind.For a support of the cover in the vertical direction, that is, down, this can at least indirectly rest on the bottom of the gutter body. At least indirectly means that the cover is supported directly on the gutter body, or indirectly, for example via one or more support elements. When using support elements, it is advantageous if they are adjustable in height. In this way, the gap formed between the lower edge of Wandbefliesung and the upper edge of the cover can be adjusted. The support elements may for example comprise screws or bolts, which are screwed into the underside of the cover.

Des weiteren können Sicherungsmittel vorgesehen sein, welche derart gestaltet sind, daß die Abdeckplatte nach dem Lösen der Befestigungsmittel in einer definierten Offenstellung gehalten wird. Auf diese Weise wird verhindert, daß das Abdeckelement nach dem Lösen der Befestigungsmittel unkontrolliert auf die Bodenbefliesung fällt. Die Sicherungsmittel können als Sicherungsverriegelung gestaltet sein und beispielsweise eine Lasche umfassen, die mit dem einen der beiden Teile, Rinnenkörper und Abdeckelement, befestigt ist, sowie einen Haltestift, der an dem anderen der beiden Teile angebracht ist und über den die Lasche gezogen werden kann.Furthermore, securing means may be provided, which are designed such that the cover plate is held in a defined open position after release of the fastening means. In this way it is prevented that the cover falls uncontrollably on the Bodenbefliesung after loosening the fasteners. The securing means may be designed as a security lock and include, for example, a tab which is fixed to the one of the two parts, gutter body and cover member, and a retaining pin which is attached to the other of the two parts and over which the tab can be pulled.

Es sind generell verschiedene Bewegungsarten des Abdeckelements denkbar, was von der Ausgestaltung der Befestigungsmittel abhängt.There are generally different types of movement of the cover conceivable, which depends on the design of the fastener.

Die Befestigungsmittel können so gestaltet sein, daß die Abdeckplatte gegenüber dem Rinnenkörper verschwenkt wird, um von der Schließstellung in die Offenstellung überführt zu werden. Dabei kann die Abdeckplatte nach einer ersten Variante an dem Rinnenkörper nach oben schwenkbar gehalten sein. Hierfür sind die Befestigungsmittel, in Bezug auf die Höhe der Öffnung, in einem oberen Abschnitt des Rinnenkörpers wirksam angeordnet. Mit anderen Worten liegt die Schwenkachse in Bezug auf eine horizontale Mittelebene durch die Öffnung in einem oberen Bereich des Rinnenkörpers. Nach einer zweiten Variante kann die Abdeckplatte an dem Rinnenkörper auch nach unten schwenkbar gehalten sein. Hierfür ist die Schwenk- oder Kippachse, in Bezug auf die Höhe der Öffnung, in einem unteren Abschnitt des Rinnenkörpers wirksam angeordnet. Im oberen Abschnitt des Rinnenkörpers wären dann die Befestigungsmittel, beispielsweise in Form von Magnetschnäppern, anzuordnen.The fastening means may be designed so that the cover plate is pivoted relative to the channel body to be transferred from the closed position to the open position. In this case, the cover plate according to a first variant may be held on the channel body pivotally upwards. For this purpose, the fastening means, with respect to the height of the opening, are effectively arranged in an upper portion of the gutter body. In other words, the pivot axis lies with respect to a horizontal center plane through the opening in an upper region of the channel body. According to a second variant, the cover plate on the gutter body can also be held downwardly pivotable. For this purpose, the pivoting or tilting axis, with respect to the height of the opening, is effectively arranged in a lower portion of the gutter body. In the upper portion of the gutter body then the fastening means, for example in the form of magnetic catches, would be arranged.

Die Befestigungsmittel können auch formschlüssig gestaltet sein, wobei die Abdeckplatte in den Rinnenkörper eingeschoben werden kann. Insbesondere können die Befestigungsmittel dabei als Steckverbindung gestaltet sein. Hierfür sind an einem der beiden Bauteile, Rinnenkörper oder Abdeckplatte, Halteelemente vorgesehen, in welche mit dem anderen der beiden Bauteile verbundene Gegenelemente eingreifen können. Eine besonders zuverlässige Befestigung der Abdeckplatte wird erreicht, wenn mehrere Halteelemente vorgesehen sind, insbesondere an den beiden einander gegenüberliegenden Seitenwänden sowie an dem Oberboden. Halteelement und Gegenelement, die das erste und zweite Befestigungsteil bilden, können beispielsweise nach dem Nut-Feder-Prinzip gestaltet sein.The fastening means can also be designed positively, wherein the cover plate can be inserted into the gutter body. In particular, the fastening means can be designed as a plug connection. For this purpose, holding elements are provided on one of the two components, gutter body or cover plate, in which can engage with the other of the two components connected counter-elements. A particularly reliable attachment of the cover plate is achieved if a plurality of holding elements are provided, in particular on the two opposite side walls and on the topsoil. Retaining element and counter element, which form the first and second fastening part, may be designed, for example, according to the tongue and groove principle.

Für ein ansprechendes Erscheinungsbild und eine einfache Installation ist es günstig, wenn der Boden öffnungsseitig gegenüber dem Oberboden hervorsteht. Weiter ist der Boden vorzugsweise rinnenförmig gestaltet, und weist insbesondere einen umlaufenden Rand auf. Durch den umlaufenden Rand bildet der Boden eine Vertiefung aus. In dem Boden bzw. in der Vertiefung des Bodens ist der Auslaufstutzen zum Anschluß an ein Abwasserrohr vorgesehen. Das Abwasserrohr umfaßt einen Siphon, der an den Boden untergeschraubt werden kann. Alternativ kann ein Siphon mit Rohransatzstück verwendet werden.For a pleasing appearance and easy installation, it is advantageous if the bottom protrudes from the opening side opposite to the topsoil. Further, the bottom is preferably designed channel-shaped, and in particular has a peripheral edge. Due to the peripheral edge of the bottom forms a depression. In the bottom or in the recess of the bottom of the outlet nozzle is provided for connection to a sewer pipe. The sewer pipe includes a siphon that can be screwed to the ground. Alternatively, a siphon with Pipe neck piece to be used.

Der Rinnenkörper weist öffnungsseitig im Bereich des Bodens einen ersten Kragen auf, der insbesondere in einer Horizontalebene liegt. Dieser erste Kragen erleichtert das Abdichten des Rinnenkörpers gegenüber dem Boden des Duschbereichs. Insbesondere kann der erste Kragen im Einbauzustand des Rinnenkörper als Anfliesfläche für eine Bodenbefliesung dienen. Alternativ oder in Ergänzung zum ersten Kragen kann der Rinnenkörper öffnungsseitig im Bereich der Seitenwände und des Oberbodens einen zweiten Kragen aufweisen, der insbesondere in einer Vertikalebene liegt. Der zweite Kragen ermöglicht eine einfache Abdichtung gegenüber der Seitenwand und kann insbesondere als Anfliesfläche für eine Wandbefliesung dienen. Für eine einfache Installation ist es besonders günstig, wenn der Rinnenkörper sowohl einen ersten als auch einen zweiten Kragen umfaßt, die in zueinander senkrechten Ebenen liegen. Dabei sind der erste und der zweite Kragen vorzugsweise unmittelbar miteinander verbunden, wobei die Öffnung von dem ersten und zweiten Kragen umlaufend eingefaßt ist.The channel body has on the opening side in the region of the bottom a first collar, which lies in particular in a horizontal plane. This first collar facilitates the sealing of the gutter body with respect to the floor of the shower area. In particular, the first collar can serve in the installed state of the gutter body as Anfliesfläche for Bodenbefiltung. Alternatively or in addition to the first collar, the channel body may have, on the opening side in the region of the side walls and the upper floor, a second collar, which lies in particular in a vertical plane. The second collar allows a simple seal against the side wall and can serve in particular as a contact surface for Wandbefiltung. For ease of installation, it is particularly advantageous if the gutter body comprises both a first and a second collar, which lie in mutually perpendicular planes. In this case, the first and the second collar are preferably connected directly to one another, wherein the opening of the first and second collar is peripherally bordered.

Der Rinnenkörper und/oder das Abdeckelement sind aus wasserfestem, nichtrostendem Material gestaltet. Hierfür eignet sich besonders nichtrostender Stahl, insbesondere Edelstahl. Dabei lassen sich der Boden, die Rückwand und der Oberboden beispielsweise als Stangen- oder Walzprofil herstellen, wobei die Seitenwände nachträglich mit dem Profil fest verbunden werden, beispielsweise mittels Schweißen. Alternativ hierzu läßt sich auch der Boden mit umlaufendem Rand als separates Bauteil herstellen, mit dem nachträglich das aus Rückwand, Seitenwänden und Oberboden bestehende Oberteil fest verbunden wird, beispielsweise mittels Schweißen. Es können aber auch Kunststoffe oder Verbundwerkstoffe, insbesondere aus Metall und Kunststoff, für die Herstellung des Rinnenkörpers bzw. des Abdeckelements verwendet werden. Für die Herstellung aus Kunststoff können Spritzguß oder Profilstrangguß verwendet werden. Prinzipiell ist auch die Verwendung von Steinwerkstoff oder Keramik denkbar. Für eine an die Wandbefliesung angepaßte Optik kann das Abdeckelement auch verfliest werden. Hierfür ist in günstiger Weise eine umlaufende Flieskante an der Abdeckplatte vorgesehen.The gutter body and / or the cover are made of waterproof, stainless material. For this purpose, especially stainless steel, especially stainless steel. In this case, the floor, the rear wall and the topsoil can be produced for example as a bar or roll profile, the side walls are subsequently firmly connected to the profile, for example by welding. Alternatively, the floor can be made with peripheral edge as a separate component, with the subsequently consisting of the rear wall, side walls and topsoil upper part is firmly connected, for example by welding. However, it is also possible to use plastics or composite materials, in particular of metal and plastic, for the production of the gutter body or of the covering element. For the production of plastic injection molding or Profilstrangguß can be used. In principle, the use of stone material or ceramic is conceivable. For a matched to Wandbefliesung optics, the cover can also be tiled. For this purpose, a circumferential flow edge is provided on the cover plate in a favorable manner.

Bevorzugte Ausführungsbeispiele der Erfindung werden nachstehend anhand der Zeichnungsfiguren erläutert. Hierin zeigt

Figur 1
eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung in einer ersten Ausfüh- rungsform in perspektivischer Ansicht;
Figur 2
die Duschrinnenanordnung aus Figur 1 ohne Abdeckelement in Seitenan- sicht;
Figur 3
die Duschrinnenanordnung aus Figur 1 ohne Abdeckelement in Drauf- sicht;
Figur 4
die Duschrinnenanordnung aus Figur 1 gemäß Schnittlinie IV-IV aus Fi- gur 2 im Einbauzustand mit eingesetzter Abdeckplatte;
Figur 5
die Duschrinnenanordnung aus Figur 1 gemäß Schnittlinie V-V aus Figur 2 im Einbauzustand, wobei die Abdeckplatte in Entnahmeposition gehalten ist;
Figur 6
ein Halteelement der Duschrinnenanordnung im Detail gemäß Schnittlinie VI-VI aus Figur 5;
Figur 7
eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung in einer zweiten Ausfüh- rungsform mit geschlossenem Abdeckelement im Querschnitt;
Figur 8
die Duschrinnenanordnung aus Figur 7 mit geöffnetem Abdeckelement im Querschnitt;
Figur 9
eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung in einer dritten Ausfüh- rungsform mit geschlossenem Abdeckelement im Querschnitt;
Figur 10
die Duschrinnenanordnung aus Figur 9 mit geöffnetem Abdeckelement im Querschnitt;
Figur 11
eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung in einer vierten Ausfüh- rungsform mit eingesetztem Abdeckelement im Querschnitt; und
Figur 12
die Duschrinnenanordnung aus Figur 11 mit demontiertem Abdeckelement im Querschnitt.
Preferred embodiments of the invention are explained below with reference to the drawing figures. Herein shows
FIG. 1
a shower channel arrangement according to the invention in a first embodiment in perspective view;
FIG. 2
the shower channel arrangement FIG. 1 without cover element in side view;
FIG. 3
the shower channel arrangement FIG. 1 without cover element in plan view;
FIG. 4
the shower channel arrangement FIG. 1 according to section line IV-IV of Figure 2 in the installed state with inserted cover plate;
FIG. 5
the shower channel arrangement FIG. 1 according to section line VV off FIG. 2 in the installed state, wherein the cover plate is held in the removal position;
FIG. 6
a holding element of the shower channel arrangement in detail according to section line VI-VI FIG. 5 ;
FIG. 7
a shower channel assembly according to the invention in a second embodiment with closed cover in cross section;
FIG. 8
the shower channel arrangement FIG. 7 with open cover in cross section;
FIG. 9
a shower channel assembly according to the invention in a third embodiment with closed cover in cross section;
FIG. 10
the shower channel arrangement FIG. 9 with open cover in cross section;
FIG. 11
a shower channel assembly according to the invention in a fourth embodiment with inserted cover in cross section; and
FIG. 12
the shower channel arrangement FIG. 11 with dismantled cover in cross section.

Im folgenden werden zunächst die Figuren 1 bis 6 gemeinsam beschrieben. Es ist eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung 2 für den Einbau in einer Seitenwand eines Duschbereichs in einer ersten Ausführungsform gezeigt. Die Duschrinnenanordnung umfaßt einen Rinnenkörper 3 mit einer seitlichen Öffnung 4, ein Abdeckelement 5, das in den Rinnenkörper 3 einsetzbar ist, sowie Befestigungsmittel 6, mittels denen das Abdeckelement 5 lösbar mit dem Rinnenkörper 3 verbindbar ist. Mit lösbar verbindbar ist gemeint, daß das Abdeckelement 5 mit dem Rinnenkörper 3 verbunden werden kann, so daß es die Öffnung 4 größtenteils verdeckt, und daß es aus dem Rinnenkörper 3 wieder herausnehmbar ist. Dies ist für Wartungs- oder Reinigungszwecke von Wichtigkeit.The following are the first FIGS. 1 to 6 described together. There is shown a shower tray assembly 2 according to the invention for installation in a side wall of a shower area in a first embodiment. The shower channel assembly comprises a channel body 3 with a lateral opening 4, a cover 5, which is insertable into the channel body 3, and fastening means 6, by means of which the cover 5 is detachably connectable to the channel body 3. By releasably connectable is meant that the cover 5 can be connected to the gutter body 3, so that it largely obscures the opening 4, and that it is removable from the gutter body 3 again. This is important for maintenance or cleaning purposes.

Eine Besonderheit der vorliegenden Duschrinnenanordnung 2 ist, daß diese zum Einbau in eine Wand geeignet ist, so daß die Bodenfläche des Duschbereichs keinen das Erscheinungsbild der Bodenbefliesung störenden Abfluß aufweisen muß. Vielmehr befindet sich der Abfluß 10 in eingebautem Zustand der Duschrinnenanordnung 2 in einem Wandabschnitt, wobei zwischen dem Boden des Duschbereichs und dem Abdeckelement 5 ein Spalt 31 zum Einlaß von Duschwasser gebildet ist. Damit ist die erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung 2 insbesondere für ebenerdige Duschbereiche geeignet, welche barrierefrei betreten werden können. Der Rinnenkörper 3 und/oder das Abdeckelement 5 sind aus wasserfestem, nichtrostendem Material gestaltet. Besonders gut eignet sich nichtrostender Stahl, z. B. Edelstahl.A special feature of the present shower channel assembly 2 is that it is suitable for installation in a wall, so that the bottom surface of the shower area does not have to have the appearance of Bodenbefliesung disturbing drain. Rather, the drain 10 is in the installed state of the shower channel assembly 2 in a wall portion, wherein between the bottom of the shower area and the cover 5, a gap 31 is formed to the inlet of shower water. Thus, the shower channel assembly 2 according to the invention is particularly suitable for walk-in shower areas, which can be accessed barrier-free. The gutter body 3 and / or the cover 5 are made of waterproof, stainless material. Especially good is stainless steel, z. B. stainless steel.

Der Rinnenkörper 3 hat, wie insbesondere aus den Figuren 4 und 5 hervorgeht, ein etwa C-förmiges Profil mit vorzugsweise geraden Wandungsteilen. Dabei umfaßt der Rinnenkörper 3 insbesondere einen Boden 7, der auch als unterer Wandungsabschnitt bezeichnet werden kann, eine an den Boden 7 anschließende Rückwand 8, die auch als rückwärtiger Wandungsabschnitt bezeichnet werden kann, sowie einen an die Rückwand 8 anschließenden Oberboden 9, der auch als oberer Wandungsabschnitt bezeichnet werden kann. Für einen einfachen Einbau in die Seitenwand ist es günstig, wenn der Oberboden 9 parallel zum Boden 7 verläuft. Seitlich wird der Rinnenkörper 3 durch zwei Seitenwände 11, 12 verschlossen, welche fest mit dem Boden 7, der Rückwand 8 und dem Oberboden 9 verbunden sind. Der Rinnenkörper 3 ist vorzugsweise einteilig gestaltet, was die Möglichkeit mit umfassen soll, daß zunächst einzelne Bauteile separat hergestellt und nachträglich miteinander verbunden werden, beispielsweise mittels Schweißen.The gutter body 3 has, as in particular from the FIGS. 4 and 5 shows an approximately C-shaped profile with preferably straight wall parts. In particular, the gutter body 3 comprises a bottom 7, which also serves as a lower wall section may be referred to, a subsequent to the bottom 7 rear wall 8, which may also be referred to as a rear wall portion, and a subsequent to the rear wall 8 upper bottom 9, which may also be referred to as the upper wall portion. For a simple installation in the side wall, it is favorable if the top bottom 9 runs parallel to the bottom 7. Laterally, the channel body 3 is closed by two side walls 11, 12, which are firmly connected to the bottom 7, the rear wall 8 and the top 9. The gutter body 3 is preferably designed in one piece, which should include the possibility that initially individual components are manufactured separately and subsequently connected to each other, for example by welding.

Der Boden 7 ist rinnenartig gestaltet, das heißt er bildet eine Vertiefung aus, in die das Duschwasser des Duschbereichs einfließen kann. Hierfür hat der Boden 7 einen umlaufenden Rand 13. Öffnungsseitig schließt an den Rand 13 des Bodens 7 ein erster Kragen 19 an, der in Richtung Duschbereich von dem Boden 7 nach vorne absteht. Der erste Kragen 19 dient insbesondere als Anfliesfläche für eine Bodenbefliesung 33 und erleichtert dem Installateur die Abdichtung bzw. das Bewerkstelligen des Übergangsbereichs zwischen Duschbereich und Rinnenkörper 3. Des weiteren hat der Rinnenkörper 3 öffnungsseitig im Bereich der Seitenwände 11, 12 und des Oberbodens 9 einen zweiten Kragen 20. Der zweite Kragen 20 dient insbesondere als Anfliesfläche für eine Wandbefliesung 34 und erleichtert dem Installateur das Abdichten bzw. das Bewerkstelligen des Übergangsbereichs zwischen Seitenwand und Rinnenkörper 3. Es ist ersichtlich, daß der erste Kragen 19 und der zweite Kragen 20 unmittelbar aneinander anschließen, so daß die Öffnung 4 rundum eingefaßt ist. Insgesamt wird hiermit eine gute Abdichtung und ein einfacher Einbau des Rinnenkörpers 3 erleichtert.The bottom 7 is trough-shaped, that is, it forms a depression into which the shower water of the shower area can flow. For this purpose, the bottom 7 has a peripheral edge 13. Opening side closes to the edge 13 of the bottom 7, a first collar 19, which protrudes toward the shower area of the bottom 7 to the front. The first collar 19 serves in particular as a contact surface for a Bodenbefiltung 33 and facilitates the installer, the sealing or Bewerkstelligen the transition region between the shower area and gutter body 3. Furthermore, the gutter body 3 opening side in the region of the side walls 11, 12 and the top 9 a second Collar 20. The second collar 20 serves in particular as a contact surface for Wandbefiltung 34 and facilitates the installer, the sealing or Bewerkstelligen the transition region between the side wall and channel body 3. It can be seen that the first collar 19 and the second collar 20 connect directly to each other , so that the opening 4 is enclosed all around. Overall, a good seal and a simple installation of the channel body 3 is hereby facilitated.

Es ist ersichtlich, daß der Rinnenkörper 3, mit Ausnahme der seitlichen Öffnung 4 und den Abfluß 10, durch die Wandungsteile 7, 8, 9, 11, 12 rundum geschlossen ist. Auf diese Weise läßt ist der Rinnenkörper 3 dicht und läßt sich gut in eine gemauerte Wand einbauen, wobei zwischen der Wand und dem Rinnenkörper 3 gebildete Hohlräume nachträglich mit Füllmittel, wie Putz, verfüllt werden können. Für eine Ausrichtung und Befestigung des Rinnenkörpers 3 bei der Installation sind mehrere Befestigungselemente 14 vorgesehen. Die Befestigungselemente 14 umfassen vorzugsweise zwei gegeneinander abgewinkelte Haltearme 17, 18, von denen einer mit dem Rinnenkörper 3 und der andere mit dem Fußboden fest verbunden werden kann.It can be seen that the gutter body 3, with the exception of the lateral opening 4 and the drain 10, by the wall parts 7, 8, 9, 11, 12 is completely closed. In this way, the gutter body 3 is tight and can be installed well in a masonry wall, wherein formed between the wall and the gutter body 3 cavities can subsequently be filled with filler, such as plaster. For alignment and attachment of the channel body 3 during installation are several fasteners 14 provided. The fastening elements 14 preferably comprise two mutually angled support arms 17, 18, one of which can be firmly connected to the channel body 3 and the other with the floor.

Zum Fixieren der Befestigungselemente 14 sind an dem Rinnenkörper 3 außen Gewindebolzen angebracht, auf welche das Befestigungselement 14 mit einem Langloch 15 aufgesetzt wird. Anschließend wird das Befestigungselement 14 durch Aufschrauben einer Mutter 16 auf den Gewindebolzen an dem Rinnenkörper 3 fixiert. An dem zweiten Haltearm 18 ist ein weiteres Langloch 15 zum Anbringen des Befestigungselements 14 mit dem Fußboden mittels einer Schraube vorgesehen. Dadurch, daß die Haltearme 17, 18 Langlöcher 15 aufweisen, läßt sich der Rinnenkörper 3 bei der Installation auf die gewünschte Höhe einstellen und horizontal ausrichten. Vorliegend sind je Seite des Rinnenkörpers 3 zwei Befestigungselemente 14 vorgesehen, von denen eines von hinten am zweiten Kragen 20 befestigt ist und das andere von außen an der Seitenwand 11, 12; es kann jedoch auch eine andere Anzahl von Befestigungselementen verwendet werden.For fixing the fastening elements 14, threaded bolts are externally attached to the channel body 3, onto which the fastening element 14 is placed with a slot 15. Subsequently, the fastening element 14 is fixed by screwing a nut 16 onto the threaded bolt on the channel body 3. On the second support arm 18, a further elongated hole 15 is provided for attaching the fastener 14 to the floor by means of a screw. Characterized in that the holding arms 17, 18 have elongated holes 15, the gutter body 3 can be set during installation to the desired height and align horizontally. In the present case, two fastening elements 14 are provided on each side of the gutter body 3, one of which is fastened from the rear to the second collar 20 and the other from the outside to the side wall 11, 12; However, it can also be used a different number of fasteners.

Die Befestigungsmittel 6 sind so gestaltet, daß das Abdeckelement 5 in den Rinnenkörper 3 eingesetzt werden kann, wobei die Öffnung 4 aus optischen Gründen weitestgehend verdeckt ist, und aus dem Rinnenkörper 3 wieder herausgenommen werden kann. In herausgenommenem Zustand ist der Abfluß 10 bzw. die in dem Boden gebildete Rinne 7 für Wartungs- bzw. Reinigungszwecke frei zugänglich. Vorzugsweise sind genau zwei Befestigungsmittel 6 vorgesehen, welche im Bereich der Seitenwände 11, 12 wirksam angebracht sind. Es ist jedoch auch eine beliebige andere Anzahl von Befestigungsmitteln denkbar, die alternativ oder zusätzlich auch an dem Oberboden 9 angebracht sein können.The fastening means 6 are designed so that the cover 5 can be inserted into the gutter body 3, wherein the opening 4 is largely hidden for visual reasons, and can be taken out of the gutter body 3 again. In a removed state, the drain 10 or the channel 7 formed in the bottom is freely accessible for maintenance or cleaning purposes. Preferably, exactly two fastening means 6 are provided, which are effectively mounted in the region of the side walls 11, 12. However, any other number of attachment means is conceivable, which may alternatively or additionally also be attached to the topsoil 9.

Die Befestigungsmittel 6 umfassen jeweils ein erstes Befestigungsteil 22, das mit dem Rinnenkörper 3 fest verbunden ist, sowie ein zweites Befestigungsteil 23, das mit der Abdeckplatte 5 fest verbunden ist. Fest verbunden soll heißen, daß die Befestigungsteile zumindest mittelbar mit jeweils zugehörigen Anschlußteil verbunden sind. Insbesondere soll die Möglichkeit mit eingeschlossen sein, daß zwischen dem jeweiligen Befestigungsteil und dem Rinnenkörper 3 bzw. der Abdeckplatte 5 noch weitere Bauteile zwischengeschaltet sind. Das erste Befestigungsteil 22 wirkt mit dem zweiten Befestigungsteil 23 zusammen, das heißt die beiden Befestigungsteile 22, 23 können miteinander verbunden und wieder voneinander getrennt werden.The fastening means 6 each comprise a first fastening part 22 which is fixedly connected to the gutter body 3, and a second fastening part 23 which is fixedly connected to the cover plate 5. Fixed to mean that the fasteners are at least indirectly connected to each associated connector. In particular, the possibility should be included that between the respective fastening part and the gutter body 3 and the cover plate 5 still other components are interposed. The first fastening part 22 cooperates with the second fastening part 23, that is, the two fastening parts 22, 23 can be connected to each other and separated again.

Bei der vorliegenden Ausführungsform umfassen die Befestigungsmittel 6 zumindest einen Magneten, der eines der beiden Befestigungsteile 22, 23 bildet. Der Magnet wirkt mit einem ferromagnetischem Gegenstück zusammen, das das andere der beiden Befestigungsteile 23, 22 bildet. Besonders günstig ist die Verwendung von Druckmagnetschnäppern, die auf Druck aufspringen. Dabei muß das Abdeckelement 5 lediglich angedrückt werden und springt dann in die Offenstellung bzw. die Entnahmeposition, so daß es sich dann leicht aus dem Rinnenkörper 3 herausnehmen läßt. Es ist insbesondere in den Figuren 1 und 4 ersichtlich, daß die Befestigungsmittel 6 jeweils an einem Halteelement 26 an der zugehörigen Seitenwand 11 angebracht sind, beispielsweise mittels Schrauben. Die Halteelemente 26 sind fest mit der Seitenwand 11, 12 verbunden, wobei gängige Verbindungsarten denkbar sind, wie Schraubverbindungen, stoffschlüssige Verbindungen oder Rastverbindungen.In the present embodiment, the fastening means 6 comprise at least one magnet, which forms one of the two fastening parts 22, 23. The magnet cooperates with a ferromagnetic counterpart, which forms the other of the two fastening parts 23, 22. Particularly favorable is the use of Druckmagnetschnäppern that jump on pressure. In this case, the cover 5 must only be pressed and then jumps into the open position or the removal position, so that it can be easily removed from the gutter body 3. It is especially in the FIGS. 1 and 4 It can be seen that the fastening means 6 are each attached to a holding element 26 on the associated side wall 11, for example by means of screws. The holding elements 26 are fixedly connected to the side wall 11, 12, wherein common types of connection are conceivable, such as screw, cohesive connections or snap-in connections.

Die Befestigungsmittel 6 sind in Bezug auf die Höhe der Öffnung 4 in der oberen Hälfte des Rinnenkörpers 3 wirksam. Dabei bewirken die Magneten 24 eine Kraft in horizontaler Richtung, das heißt in Richtung Rückwand 8, welche das Abdeckelement 5 an einem Herausfallen aus dem Rinnenkörper 3 hindern. Im unteren Bereich der Öffnung 4 sind Stützkörper vorgesehen, welche Abstützflächen 21 bilden, gegen die sich die Abdeckplatte 5 in horizontaler Richtung abstützen kann. Die Stützkörper können beispielsweise durch Schrauben gebildet sein, welche in die Halteelemente 26 an den Seitenwänden 11, 12 eingeschraubt sind. Die Verwendung von Schrauben hat den Vorteil, daß sich die Stützfläche 21 durch entsprechendes Eindrehen oder Herausdrehen variieren läßt, so daß die Abdeckplatte 5 vertikal ausgerichtet werden kann. Die verstellbaren Stützkörper können optional auch ein Magnetelement umfassen, das mit einem ferromagnetischen Gegenelement zusammenwirkt und eine weitere Anzugkraft auf die Abdeckplatte 5 in Richtung Rückwand bewirkt.The fastening means 6 are effective in relation to the height of the opening 4 in the upper half of the channel body 3. The magnets 24 cause a force in the horizontal direction, that is, in the direction of the rear wall 8, which prevent the cover 5 from falling out of the channel body 3. In the lower region of the opening 4 supporting body are provided which support surfaces 21 form, against which the cover plate 5 can be supported in the horizontal direction. The support body can be formed for example by screws, which are screwed into the holding elements 26 on the side walls 11, 12. The use of screws has the advantage that the support surface 21 can be varied by appropriate screwing or unscrewing, so that the cover plate 5 can be vertically aligned. The adjustable support body may optionally include a magnetic element which cooperates with a ferromagnetic counter element and causes a further tightening force on the cover plate 5 in the direction of the rear wall.

Zur Abstützung des Abdeckelements 5 in vertikaler Richtung ist dieses über mehrere Stützelemente 25 auf dem Boden 7 abgestützt. Hierfür ist vorgesehen, daß sich der Boden 7, im Querschnitt durch den Rinnenkörper 3 betrachtet, seitlich über eine durch den zweiten Kragen 20 aufgespannte Ebene hinaus in Richtung Duschbereich erstreckt. Dabei liegt die Unterkante der Abdeckplatte 5 etwa in einer Horizontalebene mit der Oberfläche der Bodenbefliesung 33, oder darunter. Auf diese Weise ist der zwischen dem Ende der Bodenbefliesung und der Abdeckplatte 5 gebildete Spalt 31 kaum sichtbar. Die Breite des in einer Horizontalebene zwischen der Abdeckplatte 5 und der Fliesenkante gebildete Spalts 31 ist so gewählt, daß auch bei voll geöffneter Wasserzufuhr das Abwasser durch den Spalt ohne Rückstau abfließen kann. Dies gilt auch für den in einer Vertikalebene zwischen der Unterkante der Abdeckplatte 5 und dem Boden 7 gebildeten Spalt. Die Spaltmaße können beispielsweise zwischen 2 mm bis 5 mm betragen.To support the cover 5 in the vertical direction this is supported on the floor 7 via a plurality of support elements 25. For this purpose, it is provided that the Bottom 7, viewed in cross section through the channel body 3, extends laterally beyond a plane spanned by the second collar 20 in the direction shower area. In this case, the lower edge of the cover plate 5 is approximately in a horizontal plane with the surface of Bodenbefiltung 33, or below. In this way, the gap 31 formed between the end of Bodenbefliesung and the cover plate 5 is barely visible. The width of the gap formed in a horizontal plane between the cover plate 5 and the edge of the tile 31 is selected so that even with fully open water supply, the wastewater can flow through the gap without backwater. This also applies to the gap formed in a vertical plane between the lower edge of the cover plate 5 and the bottom 7. The gap dimensions can be, for example, between 2 mm to 5 mm.

Die Stützelemente 25 sind höhenverstellbar, so daß sich die Abdeckplatte 5 horizontal ausrichten läßt. Insbesondere kann auf diese Weise der zwischen der Unterkante der Wandbefliesung und der Oberkante des Abdeckelements 5 gebildete Spalt einstellen. Die Stützelemente 25 können beispielsweise Hülsen aufweisen, die an der Unterseite des Abdeckelements 5 befestigt sind und in die Schrauben eingedreht sind. Alternativ hierzu können auch Gewindestifte an der Unterseite des Abdeckelements 5 befestigt sein, beispielsweise mittels Schweißen, auf die entsprechend Hülsen aufgeschraubt werden. Durch entsprechendes Eindrehen bzw. Herausdrehen der Schrauben aus der jeweiligen Hülse, bzw. der Hülse gegenüber dem Gewindestift, läßt sich die Höhe des Stützelements 25 verändern.The support members 25 are adjustable in height, so that the cover plate 5 can be aligned horizontally. In particular, in this way, the gap formed between the lower edge of the Wandbefliesung and the upper edge of the cover 5 set. The support members 25 may for example comprise sleeves which are fixed to the underside of the cover 5 and are screwed into the screws. Alternatively, threaded pins can be attached to the underside of the cover 5, for example by welding, are screwed onto the corresponding sleeves. By appropriate screwing or unscrewing the screws from the respective sleeve, or the sleeve relative to the threaded pin, the height of the support member 25 can be changed.

Wie insbesondere aus Figur 5 hervorgeht, sind bei der vorliegenden Ausführungsform ferner Sicherungsmittel 27 vorgesehen, welche derart gestaltet sind, daß das Abdeckelement 5 nach dem Lösen der Befestigungsmittel 6 in einer definierten Offenstellung gehalten wird. Auf diese Weise wird verhindert, daß das Abdeckelement 5 nach dem Lösen der Befestigungsmittel 6 unkontrolliert auf die Bodenbefliesung fällt. Die Sicherungsmittel 27 umfassen vorzugsweise eine elastische Haltelasche 28, die fest an der Rückseite des Abdeckelements 5 angebracht ist, sowie ein Haltestift 29, der an dem Oberboden 9 des Rinnenkörpers 3 befestigt ist. Wie insbesondere aus Figur 6 hervorgeht, ist die Haltelasche 28 im Querschnitt rinnenförmig gestaltet, so daß der Haltestift 29 in der Haltelasche 28 seitlich geführt ist. Am Ende hat die Haltelasche einen Durchbruch 30, in welche der Haltestift 29 beim Öffnen der Abdeckplatte 5 einschnappt. Zum vollständigen Entfernen der Abdeckplatte 5 aus dem Rinnenkörper 3 muß dann die elastische Haltelasche 28 nach unten gedrückt werden, so daß sie den Haltestift 29 freigibt. Nun kann die Abdeckplatte 5 aus dem Rinnenkörper 3 herausgenommen werden.As in particular from FIG. 5 As can be seen, further securing means 27 are provided in the present embodiment, which are designed such that the cover 5 is held after the release of the fastening means 6 in a defined open position. In this way it is prevented that the cover 5 falls uncontrollably after loosening the fastener 6 on the Bodenbefliesung. The securing means 27 preferably comprise an elastic retaining tab 28 which is fixedly attached to the back of the cover 5, and a retaining pin 29 which is fixed to the top 9 of the gutter body 3. As in particular from FIG. 6 As can be seen, the retaining tab 28 is channel-shaped in cross-section, so that the retaining pin 29 is guided laterally in the retaining tab 28. In the end, the Retaining tab an opening 30, in which the retaining pin 29 snaps when opening the cover plate 5. For complete removal of the cover plate 5 from the channel body 3 then the elastic retaining tab 28 must be pressed down so that it releases the retaining pin 29. Now, the cover plate 5 can be removed from the gutter body 3.

Die Figuren 7 und 8 zeigen eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung in einer weiteren Ausführungsform im Querschnitt. Die Duschrinnenanordnung entspricht weitestgehend derjenigen gemäß Figur 1, so daß hinsichtlich der Gemeinsamkeiten auf die obige Beschreibung Bezug genommen wird. Es sind gleiche bzw. einander entsprechende Bauteile mit gleichen Bezugszeichen wie in Figur 1 versehen. Im folgenden wird insbesondere auf die Unterschiede der vorliegenden Ausführungsform eingegangen.The FIGS. 7 and 8 show a shower channel arrangement according to the invention in a further embodiment in cross section. The shower channel arrangement largely corresponds to that according to FIG. 1 , so that reference is made to the above description in terms of similarities. There are the same or corresponding components with the same reference numerals as in FIG. 1 Mistake. In the following, particular attention is paid to the differences of the present embodiment.

Die Besonderheit der vorliegenden Ausführungsform ist, daß die Befestigungsmittel 6 zusätzlich zu dem ersten und zweiten Befestigungsteil 22, 23 ein Schwenklager 32 umfassen, mittels dem die Abdeckplatte 5 gegenüber dem Rinnenkörper 3 schwenkbar gelagert ist. Wie schon bei der obigen Ausführungsform, können die Befestigungsmittel, vorliegend auch einen Schnappmechanismus umfassen, beispielsweise einen Magnetschnäpper, einen Druckmagnetschnäpper oder einen Kugelschnäpper. Das Schwenklager 32 ist unterhalb einer horizontalen Mittelebene durch die Öffnung 4 angeordnet, so daß die Abdeckplatte 5 bei gelöstem Befestigungsteil 22 nach unten aufschwenkt. Im aufgeschwenkten Zustand ist der Ablauf 10 bzw. die Rinne zugänglich. Sofern die so gebildete Öffnung nicht groß genug ist, kann die Abdeckplatte 5 durch Freigeben des Schwenklagers 32 auch gänzlich von dem Rinnenkörper 3 abmontiert werden.The peculiarity of the present embodiment is that the fastening means 6 in addition to the first and second fastening part 22, 23 comprise a pivot bearing 32, by means of which the cover plate 5 is pivotally mounted relative to the channel body 3. As in the above embodiment, the fastening means, in this case also comprise a snap mechanism, for example a magnetic catch, a Druckmagnetschnäpper or a ball catch. The pivot bearing 32 is disposed below a horizontal center plane through the opening 4, so that the cover plate 5 swings open with dissolved mounting member 22 down. In the swung-open state, the drain 10 or the gutter is accessible. If the opening thus formed is not large enough, the cover plate 5 can be completely removed by releasing the pivot bearing 32 of the gutter body 3.

Es ist ersichtlich, daß bei der vorliegenden Ausführungsform der vertiefte Bereich des Bodens 7 gegenüber dem freien Ende des Oberbodens 9 zurückversetzt ist. Hierdurch ergibt sich zwischen der Unterkante der Abdeckplatte 5 und dem Kragen 19 ein vertikaler Spalt 31. Mit anderen Worten, die Abdeckplatte 5 ist im Querschnitt betrachtet im Bereich des Kragens 19 angeordnet und schließt bündig mit der freien Kante des Oberbodens 9 und der Seitenwände 11, 12 ab. Die Höhe der Abdeckplatte 5 und damit die Höhe des Spalts 31 ist so gewählt, daß auch in befliestem Zustand des Bodenbereichs ein ausreichend großer Restspalt zum Ablauf des Duschwassers verbleibt. Dieser kann insbesondere zwischen 3 mm und 5 mm betragen.It can be seen that in the present embodiment, the recessed portion of the bottom 7 is set back from the free end of the top 9. This results between the lower edge of the cover plate 5 and the collar 19, a vertical gap 31. In other words, the cover plate 5 is viewed in cross section in the region of the collar 19 and flush with the free edge of the top 9 and the side walls 11, 12 off. The height of the cover plate 5 and thus the height of the gap 31 is chosen so that even in tiled condition of the bottom area remains a sufficiently large residual gap to the flow of shower water. This can be in particular between 3 mm and 5 mm.

Die Figuren 9 und 10 zeigen eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung in einer weiteren Ausführungsform im Querschnitt. Die Duschrinnenanordnung entspricht weitestgehend derjenigen gemäß den Figuren 7 bzw. 8, so daß hinsichtlich der Gemeinsamkeiten auf die obige Beschreibung, und damit auf die Beschreibung zu Figur 1, Bezug genommen wird. Es sind gleiche bzw. einander entsprechende Bauteile mit gleichen Bezugszeichen wie in den obigen Figuren versehen. Im folgenden wird vor allem auf die Besonderheiten der vorliegenden Ausführungsform eingegangen.The FIGS. 9 and 10 show a shower channel arrangement according to the invention in a further embodiment in cross section. The shower channel arrangement largely corresponds to that according to the FIGS. 7 or 8, so that in terms of the similarities to the above description, and thus to the description of FIG. 1 , Reference is made. There are the same or corresponding components with the same reference numerals as in the above figures. In the following, the particular features of the present embodiment will be discussed.

Im Unterschied zur Ausführungsform gemäß den Figuren 7 bzw. 8 sind die Schwenklager 32 bei der vorliegenden Ausführungsform oberhalb der horizontalen Mittelebene durch die Öffnung 4 angeordnet, so daß die Abdeckplatte 5 nach oben aufschwenkt. Im aufgeschwenkten Zustand ist der Ablauf 10 bzw. die Rinne zu Wartungs- bzw. Reinigungszwecken zugänglich. Sofern die in aufgeschwenkten Zustand gebildete Öffnung nicht hinreichend groß ist, kann die Abdeckplatte 5 durch Freigeben des Schwenklagers 32 auch gänzlich von dem Rinnenkörper 3 abmontiert werden. Zusätzliche Befestigungsmittel, wie die Befestigungsteile 22, 23 in den Figuren 7 bzw. 8, sind vorliegend nicht erforderlich, da die Abdeckplatte 5 aufgrund der Lagerung im oberen Bereich des Rinnenkörpers 3 vertikal nach unten hängt. Zur vertikalen Ausrichtung der Abdeckplatte 5 kann optional ein Stützkörper mit einer Stützfläche 21 vorgesehen sein. Der Stützkörper ist dabei vorzugsweise so gestaltet, daß die Position der Stützfläche 21 variiert werden, gegen die sich die Abdeckplatte 5 im unteren Bereich der Öffnung 4 abstützt. Auf diese Weise läßt sich die Stützplatte 5 genau in Fluchtung mit der Wandbefliesung vertikal ausrichten.In contrast to the embodiment according to the FIGS. 7 and 8, the pivot bearings 32 are arranged in the present embodiment above the horizontal center plane through the opening 4, so that the cover plate 5 swings upwards. In the swung-open state, the drain 10 or the gutter is accessible for maintenance or cleaning purposes. If the opening formed in the swung-open state is not sufficiently large, the cover plate 5 can also be completely removed from the channel body 3 by releasing the pivot bearing 32. Additional fasteners, such as the fasteners 22, 23 in the FIGS. 7 or 8, are presently not required, since the cover plate 5 due to the storage in the upper region of the channel body 3 is hanging vertically downwards. For vertical alignment of the cover plate 5 may optionally be provided with a support surface 21, a support body. The support body is preferably designed so that the position of the support surface 21 are varied, against which the cover plate 5 is supported in the lower region of the opening 4. In this way, the support plate 5 can be aligned vertically in alignment with the Wandbefliesung exactly.

Die Figuren 11 und 12 zeigen eine erfindungsgemäße Duschrinnenanordnung in einer weiteren Ausführungsform im Querschnitt. Die Duschrinnenanordnung entspricht in weiten Teilen derjenigen gemäß den Figuren 7 bzw. 8, so daß hinsichtlich der Gemeinsamkeiten auf die obige Beschreibung, und damit auf die Beschreibung zu Figur 1, Bezug genommen wird. Es sind gleiche bzw. einander entsprechende Bauteile mit gleichen Bezugszeichen wie in den obigen Figuren versehen. Im folgenden wird vor allem auf die Besonderheiten der vorliegenden Ausführungsform eingegangen.The FIGS. 11 and 12 show a shower channel arrangement according to the invention in a further embodiment in cross section. The shower channel arrangement corresponds in many parts to those according to the FIGS. 7 or 8, so that in terms of the similarities to the above description, and thus to the description of FIG. 1 , Reference is made. They are the same or corresponding components provided with the same reference numerals as in the above figures. In the following, the particular features of the present embodiment will be discussed.

Bei der vorliegenden Ausführungsform sind die Befestigungsmittel 6 formschlüssig gestaltet, und zwar insbesondere so, daß die Abdeckplatte 5 in den Rinnenkörper 3 seitlich eingeschoben werden kann. Hierfür umfassen die Befestigungsmittel 6 jeweils ein erstes Befestigungsteil 22, das mit dem Rinnenkörper 3 fest verbunden ist, sowie ein zweites Befestigungsteil 23, das mit der Abdeckplatte 5 fest verbunden ist. Dabei ist das zweite Befestigungsteil 23 vorzugsweise ein Randabschnitt der Abdeckplatte 5. Zur Verbindung der Befestigungsteile 22, 23 mit dem Rinnenkörper 3 bzw. der Abdeckplatte 5 kommen beispielsweise Schweißen oder Schrauben in Frage. Die ersten und zweiten Befestigungsteile 22, 23 wirken nach Art einer Steckverbindung zusammen. Hierfür bildet eines der beiden Befestigungsteile eine Öffnung, in die das andere der beiden Befestigungsteile mit einem Steg formschlüssig eingreift. Es ist ersichtlich, daß vorliegend zumindest drei Befestigungsmittel 6 vorgesehen sind, und zwar jeweils eins im Bereich der Seitenwände 11, 12 sowie zumindest eins im Bereich des Oberbodens 9.In the present embodiment, the fastening means 6 are designed positively, in particular so that the cover plate 5 can be inserted laterally into the gutter body 3. For this purpose, the fastening means 6 each comprise a first fastening part 22 which is fixedly connected to the gutter body 3, and a second fastening part 23 which is fixedly connected to the cover plate 5. In this case, the second fastening part 23 is preferably an edge portion of the cover plate 5. For connecting the fastening parts 22, 23 with the channel body 3 and the cover plate 5, for example, welding or screws come into question. The first and second fastening parts 22, 23 cooperate in the manner of a plug connection. For this purpose, one of the two fastening parts forms an opening into which the other of the two fastening parts engages positively with a web. It can be seen that in the present case at least three fastening means 6 are provided, one each in the region of the side walls 11, 12 and at least one in the region of the upper bottom 9.

Alle der vorstehend genannten Ausführungsbeispiele weisen als gemeinsames Merkmal auf, daß die Befestigungsmittel zum Anbringen der Abdeckplatte 5 an dem Rinnenkörper 3, in geschlossenem Zustand der Abdeckplatte 5, vollständig innerhalb des Rinnenkörpers 3 angeordnet sind. Auf diese Weise wird in vorteilhafter Weise erreicht, daß die Abdeckplatte 5 in geschlossenem Zustand bündig mit der Duschwand montierbar ist. Hierdurch wird ein ansprechendes Erscheinungsbild mit einer durchgehenden Seitenwand, ohne Vorsprünge, erreicht. Es ist lediglich ein kleiner Spalt entlang der Abdeckplatte 5 sichtbar, durch den das Duschwasser in den Rinnenkörper 3 ablaufen kann.All of the aforementioned embodiments have as a common feature that the fastening means for attaching the cover plate 5 to the gutter body 3, in the closed state of the cover plate 5, are completely disposed within the gutter body 3. In this way, it is achieved in an advantageous manner that the cover plate 5 is mounted flush with the shower wall in the closed state. As a result, an attractive appearance with a continuous side wall, without projections, is achieved. It is only a small gap along the cover plate 5 visible through which the shower water can drain into the gutter body 3.

BezugszeichenlisteLIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

22
DuschrinnenanordnungShower drain arrangement
33
RinnenkörperChannel body
44
Öffnungopening
55
Abdeckelementcover
66
Befestigungsmittelfastener
77
Bodenground
88th
Rückwandrear wall
99
Oberbodentopsoil
1010
Auslaufstutzenoutlet connection
11, 1211, 12
SeitenwandSide wall
1313
Randedge
1414
Befestigungselementfastener
1515
LanglochLong hole
1616
Muttermother
17, 1817, 18
Haltearmholding arm
1919
Kragencollar
2020
Kragencollar
2121
Stützflächesupport surface
2222
erstes Befestigungsteilfirst fastening part
2323
zweites Befestigungsteilsecond fastening part
2424
Magnetmagnet
2525
Stützelementsupport element
2626
Halteelementretaining element
2727
Sicherungsmittelsecuring means
2828
Haltelascheretaining tab
2929
Haltestiftretaining pin
3030
Durchbruchbreakthrough
3131
Spaltgap
3232
Schwenklagerpivot bearing
3333
BodenbefliesungBodenbefliesung
3434
WandbefliesungWandbefliesung

Claims (13)

  1. Shower channel arrangement for installation in a wall, comprising
    a channel body (3) with a lateral opening (4) for letting shower water run into the channel body (3) and with an outlet (1) which is arranged in a wall portion of the wall, when the channel body (3) is installed,
    wherein the channel body (3) has a base (7), a rear wall (8), a top wall (9) and two side walls (11, 12), wherein the lateral opening (4) is arranged on the side facing away from the rear wall (8),
    a cover element (5) for partially covering the opening (4), wherein a gap for the running-off shower water is formed between the cover element (5) and the channel body (3), and
    attachment means (6) for detachably connecting the cover element (5) to the channel body (3),
    characterised in
    that the attachment means (6) are arranged at least partially within the channel body (3) and
    that the channel body (3) has a first collar (19) at the side of the opening (4) in the region of the base (7).
  2. Shower channel arrangement according to claim 1,
    characterised in
    that the attachment means (6) are formed such, that the cover element (5) is movable between a closed position, in which the cover element (5) partially covers the opening (4), an a removal position, in which the cover element (5) projects at least partially relative to the opening (4).
  3. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 2,
    characterised in
    that the attachment means (6) have at least one first attachment part (22), which is rigidly connected to the channel body (3), as well as one second attachment part (23), which is rigidly connected to the cover plate (5), wherein the first attachment part (22) and the second attachment part (23) interact for attaching the cover plate (5) on the channel body (3).
  4. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 3,
    characterised in
    that the attachment means (6) comprise at least one magnet (24), especially a magnetic latch.
  5. Shower channel arrangement according to claim 3 or 4,
    characterised in
    that the at least one first attachment part (22) is attached on a side wall (11, 12) of the channel body (3) and/or internally on the top wall (9).
  6. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 5,
    characterised in
    that the attachment means (6) are effectively arranged in relation to the height of the opening (4) in an upper portion of the channel body (3).
  7. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 6,
    characterised in
    that the cover element (5) is supported at least indirectly on the base (7) of the channel body (3), especially via one or more support elements (25).
  8. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 7,
    characterised in
    that securing means (27) are provided, which are configured such, that the cover plate (5) is held after the detachment of the attachment means (6) in a defined open position.
  9. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 5,
    characterised in
    that the attachment means (6) are effectively arranged in relation to the height of the opening (4) in a lower portion of the channel body (3).
  10. Shower channel arrangement according to claim 3,
    characterised in
    that the first attachment part (22) and the second attachment part (23) form respectively a plug connection.
  11. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 10,
    characterised in
    that the base (7) projects laterally relative to the top wall (9) at the side of the opening, when seen in cross section through the channel body (3).
  12. Shower channel arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 11,
    characterised in
    that the channel body (3) has a second collar (20) at the side of the opening (4) in the region of the side walls (11, 12) and of the top wall (9).
  13. Shower channel arrangement according to claim 12,
    characterised in
    that the first and the second collar (19, 20) are directly connected to each other, wherein the opening (4) is enclosed circumferentially by the first and the second collar (19, 20).
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