EP2318602A1 - Wall element system and a locking device for it - Google Patents
Wall element system and a locking device for itInfo
- Publication number
- EP2318602A1 EP2318602A1 EP09800106A EP09800106A EP2318602A1 EP 2318602 A1 EP2318602 A1 EP 2318602A1 EP 09800106 A EP09800106 A EP 09800106A EP 09800106 A EP09800106 A EP 09800106A EP 2318602 A1 EP2318602 A1 EP 2318602A1
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- Prior art keywords
- catch
- wall element
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- insert
- element system
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Classifications
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
- F16B—DEVICES FOR FASTENING OR SECURING CONSTRUCTIONAL ELEMENTS OR MACHINE PARTS TOGETHER, e.g. NAILS, BOLTS, CIRCLIPS, CLAMPS, CLIPS OR WEDGES; JOINTS OR JOINTING
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- F16B5/0004—Joining sheets, plates or panels in abutting relationship
- F16B5/0008—Joining sheets, plates or panels in abutting relationship by moving the sheets, plates or panels substantially in their own plane, perpendicular to the abutting edge
- F16B5/0024—Joining sheets, plates or panels in abutting relationship by moving the sheets, plates or panels substantially in their own plane, perpendicular to the abutting edge the sheets, plates or panels having holes, e.g. for dowel- type connections
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
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- E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
- E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
- E04B2/74—Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge
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- E04B2/7416—Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge assembled using frames with infill panels or coverings only; made-up of panels and a support structure incorporating posts with free upper edge, e.g. for use as office space dividers
- E04B2/7422—Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge assembled using frames with infill panels or coverings only; made-up of panels and a support structure incorporating posts with free upper edge, e.g. for use as office space dividers with separate framed panels without intermediary support posts
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05C—BOLTS OR FASTENING DEVICES FOR WINGS, SPECIALLY FOR DOORS OR WINDOWS
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- E05C9/02—Arrangements of simultaneously actuated bolts or other securing devices at well-separated positions on the same wing with one sliding bar for fastening when moved in one direction and unfastening when moved in opposite direction; with two sliding bars moved in the same direction when fastening or unfastening
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
- F16B—DEVICES FOR FASTENING OR SECURING CONSTRUCTIONAL ELEMENTS OR MACHINE PARTS TOGETHER, e.g. NAILS, BOLTS, CIRCLIPS, CLAMPS, CLIPS OR WEDGES; JOINTS OR JOINTING
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
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- E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
- E04B1/00—Constructions in general; Structures which are not restricted either to walls, e.g. partitions, or floors or ceilings or roofs
- E04B1/38—Connections for building structures in general
- E04B1/61—Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other
- E04B1/6108—Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other the frontal surfaces of the slabs connected together
- E04B1/612—Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other the frontal surfaces of the slabs connected together by means between frontal surfaces
- E04B1/6145—Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other the frontal surfaces of the slabs connected together by means between frontal surfaces with recesses in both frontal surfaces co-operating with an additional connecting element
- E04B1/6162—Connections for building structures in general of slab-shaped building elements with each other the frontal surfaces of the slabs connected together by means between frontal surfaces with recesses in both frontal surfaces co-operating with an additional connecting element the connection made by an additional locking key
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- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
- E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
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Definitions
- the present invention relates to a wall element system, such as is described in the preamble to Claim 1.
- the invention also relates to a locking device for the wall element system.
- connection means which comprise catch mechanisms and inserts that secure the wall elements.
- Each wall element comprises a relatively thin shell structure, which has sides and narrow ends while in each wall element there are at least two catch mechanisms installed in the same end of the wall element .
- a wall element system is usually constructed from parts, i.e. partitions, into a suitable form for, for example, exhibition stands, or around work-stations in a landscape office.
- the partitions can be free-standing and supported on various types of legs, but in that case the legs can get in the road and the structure of the wall element system will not be very sturdy.
- a better solution is to attach the partitions to each other, so that they will support each other and feet will not be needed while, in addition, the structure will become very sturdy. Attachment methods of this kind are known from, among others, German utility model DE 202 11 392 U 1 and French publication FR 2 850 989-A1.
- the former document discloses a solution, in which symmetrical toothed inserts sink into holes equipped with catches in the ends of the partitions. The inserts are released with the aid of release springs next to the end holes, which are pressed from the edges of the long sides of the panels.
- EP publication 0507720A2 discloses a compact lock mechanism, in which a spring- loaded catch locks a locking latch, which is attached to the next element. Because the locking is not forced, the locking force remains limited so that such a lock mechanism cannot be satisfactorily applied in large and heavy wall elements. It is difficult to fit external control to a locking mechanism of this kind, because the catch has been made very small .
- the elements should be quite large, in order to create a unified surface.
- the height of the elements is typically 2 - 3 metres, but they are relatively thin. When using large elements, even a large wall can be created rapidly.
- the elements should not have protruding connectors. Protruding connectors can easily be broken when transporting the elements.
- the elements should be freely attachable to each other. Male/female constructions should be avoided, as they limit the connectivity of the elements.
- connection members of the elements to be attached to each other should have considerable durability, i.e. the connection members should have a large locking force, preferably forced locking.
- the elements should preferably have a light-construction profile-bar frame, as well as surface boards to achieve a first-class surface on both sides.
- the elements should have neat and solid end surfaces, in which there are only small openings for the connection members. As the end surfaces of the outermost elements remain visible, they will then not need to be separately covered.
- the solution according to the present invention seeks to achieve all of the aforementioned objectives.
- the partitions according to the invention form a wall element system, which can be rapidly installed and can be detached from each other easily with a single hold.
- the characteristic features of the invent ion are stated in the accompanying Claim 1 .
- the characteristic features of the locking device according to the invention are stated in the accompanying Claim 12.
- the compact construction of the catch mechanism permits freer design of the element , as the mechanisms are in a small area in the element and are connected by a linearly moving rod, the operating means of which will remain nearly unnoticed in a large wall element, i . e . the panel .
- the catch mechanisms are simple in construction, which is an obvious advantage in manufacturing technology.
- the opening of the catch mechanism takes place advantageously by pressing a button on top of the element, or, in high elements, by means of a finger or similar grip sunk into the side of the element .
- the catch and the rod operating it move linearly, so that the construction can be more easily fitted into a compact space.
- the compact catch mechanism can be implemented either using a case comprising a bottom and wall together with a plate-like cover, or using a symmetrically split construction, in which case there will be no need to make openings separately, as they will be in the splitting plane.
- Figure 1 shows the wall element system assembled, seen at an angle from above.
- Figure 2 shows the end of the wall element system and the catch mechanism in it.
- Figure 3 shows the catch body with the catch and the insert, seen from the side.
- Figure 4 shows the construction of the connected panels, at the catch body.
- Figure 5 shows the interior of the catch body, seen at an angle from above, with the insert in the detached position.
- Figure 6 shows the interior of the catch body, seen at an 5 angle from above, with the insert attached.
- Figure 7 shows a side view of a catch mechanism using an insert with a round cross-section.
- Figure 8 shows an end view of the catch mechanism of Figure 7, without the insert .
- Figure 9 shows the frames of higher wall elements according to the invention, seen at an angle from above.
- Figure 10 shows the frames of lower wall elements according to the invention, seen at an angle from above.
- partitions 1, 2, and 3b which are relatively thin shell structures, connected to each other at their ends.
- the opening mechanism is operated through the openings 14.
- press-buttons In the other partitions, there are press-buttons
- the partition 1 depicts a large partition, which is also generally considerably higher than other partitions, so that press-buttons 17 could not be used, due to
- the partitions 1, 2, 3a, and 3b can be different, for example, straight 1, curved 2, angle pieces 3a, and cross pieces 3b, 30 Figure 1.
- Figure 2 shows the face of the catch mechanism 6 and the opening 20 in it for the bolt.
- the catch mechanism 6 is constructed inside a separate case, which includes a body 6.1
- the plane of the split 6.2 can even be in the centre, but usually it is preferable for the machining to be (mainly) in only one piece.
- the partition is shown without a surface board and the frame bar 11 ⁇ of the frame 11 is cut open, making the catch mechanism visible (without its cover) .
- the catch mechanism 6 is in the opened state, i.e. the catch 7 is depressed in the body 6' .
- the spring 8 tries to lift the catch 7, but it is used in the lower position by means of the rod 9.
- the catch 7 includes a pin 10 that protrudes from the opening 21, and which is attached to the rod 9.
- the insert 5 can now be pushed into the opening 20.
- a hole 23 is made in the frame bar 11.1 at the location of the opening 20.
- the tension in the rod 9 is released, when the spring 8 raises the catch.
- the insert 5 can be pushed in with a small force, using an end bevel.
- the slanting corner surface pushes the catch 7 down, which then clicks shut once the insert 5 is in place.
- the opposing wall elements 1 are shown without the surface boards and in the second of them the frame bar 11' is cut away.
- the lefthand catch mechanism 6 is shown without its cover, in order to display the mechanism.
- the insert 5 and the catch mechanism 6 are adapted to each other so that the two partitions 1 are connected to each other with a very small gap, when the insert 5 secures the elements to each other.
- the rod 9 When detaching the partitions from each other, the rod 9 is depressed, either from the press-button 17 at its upper end, or from the finger grip 12 through the hole 14 ( Figure 1, large partitions) , when the catches 7 open and the partitions separate from each other.
- the catches can also be made to open by pulling the rod 9 or similar operating member upwards (not shown) . In that case, a wire can also act as the operating member .
- the catch mechanisms are again shown without their covers, for reasons of clarity.
- the catch mechanisms 6 are enclosed cases, which are formed of a cup-like body 6.1 and a cover 16.
- the body 6.1 comprises a bottom 13 and side walls 19.
- the cases can also be formed of two parts that are symmetrical to each other, if the cutting plane would then be in centre (not shown) , in which case the openings 20 and 21 would not need to be machined or equipped with a core (see Figures 3 and 4 above) .
- the catch mechanism 6 is in a compact case, which is formed of a body 6.1 and a planar cover, which has been removed in the figure.
- the body 6.1 there is a bottom 13 and walls 19, the internal surface of which forms a guide, with the catch 7 acting as a slide.
- the inserts 5 with the recesses are pushed into the catch mechanism 6 of the second panel and more precisely its catch body, where they lock.
- the second partition is pressed against the first, in such a way that the inserts 5 press into the catch mechanism 6 of the second partition.
- the panels then lock to each other.
- the inserts 5 can be detached from the partitions and stored separately.
- the insert 5 can also have a round cross-section.
- the same reference numbers as above are used for components that are functionally similar.
- a round insert 5 there is a counter-surface 5.1 for axial locking, which is connected to a conical support surface 5.2.
- the side facing the locking surface of the catch 7 of the opening 20 extends as far as the end of the locked insert
- the partitions are preferably manufactured, according to Figures 9 and 10, as cellular structures, from which the surface boards have been removed.
- the frame is formed by bars
- each rod 9 is operated by a finger grip 12, which is located at a height such that a normal person can easily reach it.
- the bars 11 can be of aluminium, reinforced fibre composite, or simply of plastic.
- the surface boards are of plastic, plywood, MDF, or some other furnishing material. Wood can also be considered.
- the inserts are preferably of aluminium.
- the catch mechanism 6 is preferably manufactured as a moulded piece of composite plastic.
- the shells of the body are, for example, of moulded plastic or aluminium. Spaces for the components of the catch mechanism can easily be machined into a solid wooden framework.
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Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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FI20085743A FI20085743A0 (en) | 2008-03-13 | 2008-07-24 | Wall Element System |
PCT/FI2009/050633 WO2010010232A1 (en) | 2008-07-24 | 2009-07-17 | Wall element system and a locking device for it |
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EP2318602A1 true EP2318602A1 (en) | 2011-05-11 |
EP2318602A4 EP2318602A4 (en) | 2013-12-11 |
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EP0507720A2 (en) * | 1991-04-01 | 1992-10-07 | Jorge Costa Claver | Automatic device for panel assembly |
US5687859A (en) * | 1995-03-06 | 1997-11-18 | Channel-Kor Systems, Inc. | Non-racking panel display device |
DE20211392U1 (en) * | 2002-06-14 | 2002-10-31 | Rommersbach Carmen | Fastening device for lightweight panels |
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IE800047L (en) * | 1980-01-10 | 1981-07-10 | Eamonn William Joseph Kelly | Lock assembly |
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EP0507720A2 (en) * | 1991-04-01 | 1992-10-07 | Jorge Costa Claver | Automatic device for panel assembly |
US5687859A (en) * | 1995-03-06 | 1997-11-18 | Channel-Kor Systems, Inc. | Non-racking panel display device |
DE20211392U1 (en) * | 2002-06-14 | 2002-10-31 | Rommersbach Carmen | Fastening device for lightweight panels |
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