EP2383511B1 - Assembly for fixing an object to an extended suspension element - Google Patents

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EP2383511B1
EP2383511B1 EP20110164075 EP11164075A EP2383511B1 EP 2383511 B1 EP2383511 B1 EP 2383511B1 EP 20110164075 EP20110164075 EP 20110164075 EP 11164075 A EP11164075 A EP 11164075A EP 2383511 B1 EP2383511 B1 EP 2383511B1
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Erich Schwärzler
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21V—FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
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  • the present invention relates to an assembly for attaching a preferably elongated article to an elongate, flexible suspension element according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • the invention relates to an arrangement for attaching a lamp or an elongate support member for a lamp to a cable or cable.
  • Luminaires can be divided into different categories with regard to the way in which they are installed.
  • so-called pendant luminaires are often used, which are arranged at a certain distance from the ceiling or a ceiling element.
  • the suspension of such lights is carried out by means of elongated flexible suspension elements, for example by means of ropes or cables.
  • a fastening device provided for this purpose is for example from the DE 103 41 550 A1 the applicant known.
  • the cable suspension described above is used both in individual lights as well as in elongated lighting systems in which elongated mounting rails are fastened to the ceiling over several cables, these mounting rails in turn represent support elements on which lighting units can be attached. If fastening devices are used, as for example from the above DE 103 41 550 A1 are known, so also the distance to the ceiling can be adjusted in a flexible manner.
  • the US 2007/0147050 A1 refers to a device for vertically positioning a lamp which is suspended from a cable.
  • the lamp has a turntable with an upper surface which has two holes and a threaded lower part. Both holes are offset from the center of the upper surface, with one hole sized to allow the cable to pass through.
  • a screw can be inserted.
  • the turntable is rotated. As a result, the cable is moved, so that thus the lamp enters a vertical position, in which the turntable can be fixed in this position to an extension piece by means of the screw.
  • the WO 2008/095491 A1 relates to a device system comprising a fixture for a lighting fixture, which is connected to the fixture with the aid of connecting means, the fixture having an adapter comprising at least one rotatable means, the fixture having a slope from the vertical, which by means of Rotation of the at least one rotatable means can be adjusted.
  • the DE 20 2005 015 148 U1 relates to an adjusting device for positioning vertically suspended objects, consisting of a hanging object, a hanging element for hanging the above-mentioned object, an adjusting device for accurately positioning vertical objects, which is arranged between the above-mentioned hanging object and the hanging element, one with the a lower rotary member, an upper rotary member, a shutter member connecting the upper and lower rotary members in a rotatable form, at least one lid connected to the upper rotary member, and on the end side of which an arcuate slot is eccentrically arranged; a sliding lid disposed on a surface of the lid, and in which a through hole is disposed and an axis member and a shutter member.
  • the axle member connects to the hanger member and passes through the arcuate slot of the lid and through the through hole of the sliding lid to join the closure member.
  • the hanging element is brought within the arcuate slot in motion to change the center of gravity position of the suspension so that the hanging object is hanging vertically.
  • the lights or lighting systems which are attached by means of cables to the ceiling, symmetrical.
  • the center of gravity of the elements to be suspended also lies in the central axis and, accordingly, a simple cable suspension is sufficient.
  • fastening devices which engage centrally on the lamp or the support member.
  • the present invention is based on the object to avoid such problems. In this case, if possible, the previously used wire suspension should be maintained and only in case of need with the least possible effort, a correction of the situation to be made.
  • the solution according to the invention is based on the idea of maintaining the previous wire suspension. If necessary, the corresponding arrangement for fixing the lamp or the light band can be supplemented by an adjusting element, which causes a deflection of the suspension element, so the rope or cable and accordingly allows for correction.
  • an arrangement for fixing an object such as a lamp or a support member for a luminaire is proposed accordingly, wherein the attachment to an elongated, flexible suspension element, in particular on a cable or cable takes place and wherein the arrangement is arranged on the object to be fastened fastener at which an end portion of the suspension member is fixed.
  • the arrangement further comprises an adjusting element, which on the one hand on the fastening element - directly or indirectly - supported and on the other hand forms a guide for deflection of the suspension element, wherein the adjusting element is C-shaped, wherein a leg is supported on the fastener and a further leg forms the guide for the suspension element.
  • the adjusting element according to the invention thus represents a supplementary element, which can be added to the known cable suspension in case of need to make appropriate corrections.
  • the solution according to the invention is accordingly feasible in a simple and fast manner.
  • the adjusting element relative to the fastening element adjustable is rotatable.
  • the degree of deflection of the suspension element can be changed in order to compensate for different degrees of skew.
  • the adjusting element is then fixed in a correspondingly suitable position on the fastening element. This can be done for example by a clamping or fixing screw.
  • the adjustment element according to the invention in fasteners used as standard.
  • fasteners used as standard.
  • These can, for example, according to the DE 103 41 550 A1 be configured, in which case the suspension element extends through the sleeve-like fastening element.
  • a spring-mounted locking element such as a ball or the like provided over which the cable or cable is clamped such that it is securely and effectively fixed to the fastener.
  • FIGS. 1 to 4 show a first embodiment of an arrangement according to the invention, with the aid of an elongate support member 105 is to be attached to a ceiling.
  • This support element 105 is, for example, an elongate support rail of a lighting system 100 to which luminaire modules or other units, in particular emitters, can also be attached.
  • a plurality of the arrangements shown for suspension distributed to the support rail 105 are arranged.
  • an elongate luminaire could also be fastened to a ceiling with the aid of the arrangement according to the invention.
  • usually corresponding cable suspensions are provided at the two ends of the lamp.
  • the first essential element of the arrangement generally designated by the reference numeral 1 is a flexible elongated suspension element formed by a cable 2 or cable.
  • the cable 2 is fixed with its upper end to a ceiling mounting element 3, which in a manner not shown on the Ceiling is attached.
  • the design of this ceiling fastening element 3 may be different and is not relevant to the present invention.
  • the cable 2 is fixed to a fastening element 5.
  • This fastener 5 is in the Figures 1 and 2 recognizable, in which the adjusting element discussed in more detail below is shown semi-transparent.
  • the term "fixing” is to be understood below that the rope 2 is anchored or fixed to the fastener 5 so that it does not accidentally solve can not slide up.
  • the fastening element 5 may be configured, for example, as in the aforementioned DE 103 41 550 A1 is described.
  • a special clamping device within the fastener 5 extending through the fastener 5 rope 2 is fixed or clamped so that it can not slip out.
  • this clamping device can be solved to allow a relative displacement between the cable 2 and fastener 5, whereby a height adjustment can be made.
  • the present invention is by no means limited to such suspension systems.
  • the fastening element 5 could also represent only an anchorage for the rope 2, which for this purpose has, for example, at its lower end a widening, which prevents slipping upwards. A height adjustment is then not possible in this case.
  • the fastening element 5 is arranged on the upper side of a retaining clip 7, which engages with two lateral arms 8 in elongate recesses of the mounting rail 105.
  • Other types of arrangement of the fastener 5 to the light or the lighting system 100 would be conceivable.
  • fasteners 5 are arranged centrally on the support rail 105 and the lamp. Further, since the rope 2 is guided through the fastener 5 so that it protrudes from a central opening, the center of gravity of the suspension is in the region of the central longitudinal axis I (see FIG. 3 of the system). In the case of a symmetrical design of the luminaire or the light band system 100, this has the consequence that a symmetrical distribution of force exists and, accordingly, the luminaire or the system is currently suspended.
  • an adjusting element is used according to the invention, the function of which will be explained in more detail below.
  • FIGS. 1 to 4 is provided with the reference numeral 10 adjusting element formed as a sleeve.
  • This sleeve 10 is placed from the top of the fastener 5, so it this - as in FIG. 1 represented - encompasses.
  • the inner diameter of the sleeve-like adjusting element 10 is dimensioned such that there is a sufficient clearance to the fastening element 5. So it is no press or sliding seat required.
  • this adjustment sleeve 10 is that an inclination of the object to be suspended is compensated by a deflection of the rope 2.
  • the sleeve bottom 11 which faces away from the support rail 105, a hole 12 through which the cable 2 is guided.
  • This hole 12 is off-center, preferably arranged as close to the edge region of the sleeve 10 and causes the rope 2 is deflected laterally.
  • This deflection of the cable 2 has the consequence that now the point of application of the suspension is off-center or asymmetrical, whereby the asymmetric weight distribution of the lamp to be suspended or the lighting system 100 can be compensated. Ultimately, this leads to an inclination of the light or the lighting system 100 is prevented.
  • the compensation of the asymmetrical weight distribution of the object to be suspended is thus achieved by a displacement of the point of application of the cable 2 away from the central or symmetrical axis I. It is possible, the adjustment 10 - as indicated by the double arrow in FIG. 4 shown - to rotate relative to the fastener 5 to compensate for different degrees of skew. The twisting has the consequence that the deviation of the position of the hole 12 from the central axis I can be changed.
  • the rotation can be done both to the right side and to the left side to To compensate for inclinations in both directions.
  • the frictional forces between the adjustment sleeve 10 and the fastening element 5, which are caused by the deflection and the weight of the system, in this case cause the adjustment sleeve 10 is then fixed in the appropriate position.
  • the sleeve 10 could be locked in the appropriate position by additional measures, for example by the use of a clamping or fixing screw. This can ensure that the system remains permanently in the balanced position.
  • the adjusting sleeve 10 is supported only indirectly on the fastening element 5, that is, for example, on the support rail 105 or the bracket 7 attacks.
  • FIGS. 5 to 8 A second embodiment of the adjusting element according to the invention is in the FIGS. 5 to 8 shown. Comparable elements are provided here with the same reference numerals.
  • This second embodiment differs from the first embodiment primarily in the leadership of the rope 2.
  • the adjusting element 10 has a lateral slot 13 in the sleeve edge.
  • This slot 13 extends preferably over the entire height of the sleeve 10 to the sleeve bottom 11.
  • the end of the slot 13 in this case in turn causes the deflection of the rope 2 shown in the figures.
  • the degree of deflection of the rope 2 are changed in order to be able to flexibly balance asymmetrical weight distributions of the object to be suspended.
  • An advantage of this second variant is that, due to the slit 13 extending over the entire height, it is possible to fit the adjusting sleeve 10 in the suspended state already when the luminaire is completely assembled. Unlike the variant of FIGS. 1 to 4 Thus, no need to thread and thread, so in a very simple and fast way to unexpectedly resulting inclinations of the system can be responded.
  • FIG. 9 in this case shows a light band system 100, which is arranged by means of the inventive arrangement 1 on a - not shown ceiling - suspended.
  • the light band system 100 essentially consists of an elongated support rail 105, on which the clamp 7 engages. Within the support rails 105 extend in the longitudinal directions conductor wires for electrical Power supply of luminaire inserts and for transmission of control commands. Shown is also a lamp insert 120, which is attached from the bottom to the mounting rail and locked to this. In the present case, this luminaire insert 120 is formed symmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the system 100.
  • an asymmetric weight distribution may be present due to an eccentric laying of the cable or the like, which can now be compensated in a simple manner by the adjusting element 10 according to the invention.
  • the deflection of the rope 2 can be ensured that the point of application of the rope 2 is above the center of gravity of the lighting system 100, with the result that this - as shown - can be hung without skew.
  • FIGS. 10 to 12 A third inventive embodiment of an adjusting element is in the FIGS. 10 to 12 shown.
  • the adjusting element 20 is formed as a C-shaped sheet metal part.
  • From this lower leg 21 extends obliquely upward a second leg 22, at its upper end a short third leg 23 is formed.
  • This third leg 23 has a lateral notch 24 through which the cable 2 is guided.
  • the dimensions and arrangements of the legs 22 and 23 are such that the recess 24 is in turn offset from the center of the fastener 5 is arranged.
  • the offset with respect to the axis of symmetry or the longitudinal axis of the system can then be changed by turning the adjusting element 20.
  • the adjusting element 20 could be fixed in the appropriate position by additional measures.
  • FIGS. 13 and 14 still a fourth embodiment.
  • This is similar to the embodiment in the FIGS. 5 to 8 and is accordingly again designed as an attachable sleeve, which has a lateral slot 13.
  • the upper end portion of the sleeve is formed in the form of an oblique cone.
  • the adjusting element 10 there are no changes to the previously described embodiments. Again, therefore, by twisting the amount of deflection of the rope 2 can be varied. If necessary, the adjusting element could be locked in the appropriate position by means of a clamping or fixing screw.
  • the sleeve-shaped adjusting elements can be made of different materials and manufactured in different ways. It would be conceivable, for example, the use of plastic, including the use of a transparent plastic material would be conceivable steel or aluminum. In the case of the use of plastic, the adjusting elements can be sprayed, for example, aluminum parts can be rotated, for example, or produced as extruded part.
  • the solution of the invention opens up the possibility to compensate for inclinations in suspended lights or lighting systems in a simple manner.
  • a particular advantage of the solution according to the invention consists in the fact that hitherto known suspension devices can be used and only in addition an adjusting element is used, with which the required correction is carried out.

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Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine Anordnung zur Befestigung eines vorzugsweise länglichen Gegenstandes an einem langgestreckten, flexiblen Aufhängungselement gemäss dem Oberbegriff des Anspruchs 1. Insbesondere betrifft die Erfindung eine Anordnung zur Befestigung einer Leuchte oder eines länglichen Trägerelements für eine Leuchte an einem Seil oder Kabel.The present invention relates to an assembly for attaching a preferably elongated article to an elongate, flexible suspension element according to the preamble of claim 1. In particular, the invention relates to an arrangement for attaching a lamp or an elongate support member for a lamp to a cable or cable.

Leuchten können hinsichtlich der Art und Weise ihrer Montage in unterschiedliche Kategorien eingeteilt werden. Neben so genannten Deckeneinbauleuchten und Deckenanbauleuchten, die versenkt in einer Decke oder bündig an der Unterseite einer Decke montiert werden, werden oftmals auch so genannte Pendelleuchten verwendet, die mit eine gewissen Abstand von der Decke oder einem Deckenelement angeordnet werden. Die Aufhängung derartiger Leuchten erfolgt dabei mittels langgestreckter flexibler Aufhängungselemente, beispielsweise mit Hilfe von Seilen oder Kabeln. Eine hierzu vorgesehene Befestigungsvorrichtung ist beispielsweise aus der DE 103 41 550 A1 der Anmelderin bekannt.Luminaires can be divided into different categories with regard to the way in which they are installed. In addition to so-called recessed ceiling luminaires and ceiling mounted luminaires, which are recessed in a ceiling or mounted flush with the underside of a ceiling, so-called pendant luminaires are often used, which are arranged at a certain distance from the ceiling or a ceiling element. The suspension of such lights is carried out by means of elongated flexible suspension elements, for example by means of ropes or cables. A fastening device provided for this purpose is for example from the DE 103 41 550 A1 the applicant known.

Die zuvor beschriebene Seilaufhängung wird sowohl bei Einzelleuchten als auch bei länglichen Lichtbandsystemen verwendet, bei denen über mehrere Seile längliche Tragschienen an der Decke befestigt werden, wobei diese Tragschienen dann wiederum Trägerelemente darstellen, an denen Leuchteneinheiten befestigt werden können. Werden Befestigungsvorrichtungen verwendet, wie sie beispielsweise aus der oben genannten DE 103 41 550 A1 bekannt sind, so kann ferner auch der Abstand zur Decke in flexibler Weise eingestellt werden.The cable suspension described above is used both in individual lights as well as in elongated lighting systems in which elongated mounting rails are fastened to the ceiling over several cables, these mounting rails in turn represent support elements on which lighting units can be attached. If fastening devices are used, as for example from the above DE 103 41 550 A1 are known, so also the distance to the ceiling can be adjusted in a flexible manner.

Die US 2007/0147050 A1 bezieht sich auf eine Vorrichtung zur vertikalen Positionierung einer Lampe, welche an einem Kabel aufgehängt ist. Insbesondere weist die Lampe eine Drehscheibe mit einer oberen Oberfläche auf, welche zwei Löcher und eine mit einem Gewinde versehenen unteren Teil aufweist. Beide Löcher sind vom Mittelpunkt der oberen Oberfläche versetzt angeordnet, wobei das eine Loch eine Größe aufweist, damit das Kabel hindurchgeführt werden kann. In das andere Loch kann eine Schraube eingeführt werden. Um die Lampe in eine vertikale Position zu bringen, wird die Drehscheibe gedreht. Dadurch wird auch das Kabel bewegt, so dass damit die Lampe in eine vertikalen Position gelangt, in der mit Hilfe der Schraube die Drehscheibe in dieser Position an einem Ansatzstück befestigt werden kann.The US 2007/0147050 A1 refers to a device for vertically positioning a lamp which is suspended from a cable. In particular, the lamp has a turntable with an upper surface which has two holes and a threaded lower part. Both holes are offset from the center of the upper surface, with one hole sized to allow the cable to pass through. In the other hole, a screw can be inserted. In order to bring the lamp into a vertical position, the turntable is rotated. As a result, the cable is moved, so that thus the lamp enters a vertical position, in which the turntable can be fixed in this position to an extension piece by means of the screw.

Die WO 2008/095491 A1 bezieht sich auf ein Vorrichtungssystem aufweisend eine Befestigungsvorrichtung für eine Beleuchtungsaufnahmevorrichtung, welche mit der Hilfe von Verbindungsmitteln mit der Befestigungsvorrichtung verbunden ist, wobei die Befestigungsvorrichtung ein Anpassungsmittel aufweist, das zumindest ein drehbares Mittel aufweist, wobei die Beleuchtungsaufnahmevorrichtung eine Neigung von der vertikalen aufweist, welche mittels Rotation des zumindest einen drehbaren Mittels angepasst werden kann.The WO 2008/095491 A1 relates to a device system comprising a fixture for a lighting fixture, which is connected to the fixture with the aid of connecting means, the fixture having an adapter comprising at least one rotatable means, the fixture having a slope from the vertical, which by means of Rotation of the at least one rotatable means can be adjusted.

Die DE 20 2005 015 148 U1 bezieht sich auf eine Verstellvorrichtung zur Positionierung senkrecht hängender Gegenstände, bestehend aus einem hängenden Gegenstand, einem Hängeelement zum Aufhängen des oben genannten Gegenstandes, einer Verstellvorrichtung zur genauen Positionierung senkrechter Gegenstände, die zwischen dem oben genannten hängenden Gegenstand und dem Hängeelement angeordnet ist, einem mit dem oben genannten hängenden Gegenstand verbundenen unteren Drehelement, einem oberen Drehelement, einem Verschlusselement, das das obere und untere Drehelement in einer drehbaren Form verbindet, zumindest einem Deckel, der mit dem oberen Drehelement verbunden ist, und auf deren Endseite ein bogenförmiges Langloch exzentrisch angeordnet ist, einem Gleitdeckel, der auf einer Oberfläche des Deckels angeordnet ist, und in der ein Durchgangsloch angeordnet ist und einem Achsenelement sowie einem Verschlusselement. Das Achsenelement verbindet sich mit dem Hängeelement und geht durch das bogenförmige Langloch des Deckels sowie durch das Durchgangsloch des Gleitdeckels hindurch, um sich mit dem Verschlusselement zusammenschließen. Durch Handberührung des Gleitdeckels wird das Hängeelement innerhalb des bogenförmigen Langloches in Bewegung gebracht, um die Schwerpunktposition der Aufhängung so zu verändern, dass der hängende Gegenstand senkrecht hängen bleibt.The DE 20 2005 015 148 U1 relates to an adjusting device for positioning vertically suspended objects, consisting of a hanging object, a hanging element for hanging the above-mentioned object, an adjusting device for accurately positioning vertical objects, which is arranged between the above-mentioned hanging object and the hanging element, one with the a lower rotary member, an upper rotary member, a shutter member connecting the upper and lower rotary members in a rotatable form, at least one lid connected to the upper rotary member, and on the end side of which an arcuate slot is eccentrically arranged; a sliding lid disposed on a surface of the lid, and in which a through hole is disposed and an axis member and a shutter member. The axle member connects to the hanger member and passes through the arcuate slot of the lid and through the through hole of the sliding lid to join the closure member. By manual contact of the sliding lid, the hanging element is brought within the arcuate slot in motion to change the center of gravity position of the suspension so that the hanging object is hanging vertically.

In der Regel sind die Leuchten oder Lichtbandsysteme, welche mittels der Seile an der Decke befestigt werden, symmetrisch ausgeführt. Dies führt dazu, dass der Schwerpunkt der aufzuhängenden Elemente auch in der Mittelachse liegt und dementsprechend eine einfache Seilabhängung genügt. Es sind also lediglich an den Endbereichen der Leuchte bzw. in regelmässigen Abständen der Tragschienen entsprechende Befestigungsvorrichtungen vorgesehen, welche mittig an der Leuchte bzw. dem Trägerelement angreifen.In general, the lights or lighting systems, which are attached by means of cables to the ceiling, symmetrical. As a result, the center of gravity of the elements to be suspended also lies in the central axis and, accordingly, a simple cable suspension is sufficient. There are therefore provided only at the end regions of the lamp or at regular intervals of the support rails corresponding fastening devices which engage centrally on the lamp or the support member.

Da derartige Leuchten bzw. Lichtbänder sehr schmal ausgeführt werden, können allerdings schon geringe Ungenauigkeiten in der Gewichtsverteilung eine Schräglage hervorrufen. Es kommt dementsprechend mitunter vor, dass eine montierte Leuchte bzw. ein entsprechendes Lichtband trotz symmetrischer Ausführung leicht schräg bezüglich der Längs- bzw. Symmetrieachse hängt. Ferner können Lichtbänder durchaus auch mit asymmetrischem Zubehör bestückt werden. Beispielsweise Strahler, die an der Unterseite der Tragschiene angeordnet werden, weisen in der Regel eine asymmetrische Gewichtsverteilung auf und können ebenfalls eine Schräglage des Lichtbandes hervorrufen.Since such lights or light bands are made very narrow, but even slight inaccuracies in the weight distribution can cause an inclination. Accordingly, it sometimes happens that a mounted light or a corresponding light strip slightly skew despite symmetrical design depends on the longitudinal or symmetry axis. Furthermore, lighting strips can certainly be equipped with asymmetrical accessories. For example, radiators that are arranged on the underside of the mounting rail, as a rule, have an asymmetric weight distribution and can also cause an inclined position of the light band.

Der vorliegenden Erfindung liegt nunmehr die Aufgabe zugrunde, derartige Probleme zu vermeiden. Dabei soll möglichst die bislang eingesetzte Seilabhängung erhalten bleiben und nur im Bedarfsfall mit einem möglichst geringen Aufwand eine Korrektur der Lage vorgenommen werden.The present invention is based on the object to avoid such problems. In this case, if possible, the previously used wire suspension should be maintained and only in case of need with the least possible effort, a correction of the situation to be made.

Die Aufgabe wird durch eine Anordnung zur Befestigung eines Gegenstands mit den Merkmalen des Anspruchs 1 gelöst. Vorteilhafte Weiterbildungen der Erfindung sind Gegenstand der abhängigen Ansprüche.The object is achieved by an arrangement for fastening an object with the features of claim 1. Advantageous developments of the invention are the subject of the dependent claims.

Die erfindungsgemäße Lösung beruht auf dem Gedanken, die bisherige Seilabhängung beizubehalten. Im Bedarfsfall kann die entsprechende Anordnung zur Befestigung der Leuchte oder des Lichtbands durch ein Justierelement ergänzt werden, welches eine Auslenkung des Aufhängungselements, also des Seils oder Kabels bewirkt und dementsprechend eine Korrektur ermöglicht.The solution according to the invention is based on the idea of maintaining the previous wire suspension. If necessary, the corresponding arrangement for fixing the lamp or the light band can be supplemented by an adjusting element, which causes a deflection of the suspension element, so the rope or cable and accordingly allows for correction.

Erfindungsgemäß wird dementsprechend eine Anordnung zur Befestigung eines Gegenstands, beispielsweise einer Leuchte oder eines Trägerelements für eine Leuchte vorgeschlagen, wobei die Befestigung an einem langgestreckten, flexiblen Aufhängungselement, insbesondere an einem Seil oder Kabel erfolgt und wobei die Anordnung ein an dem zu befestigenden Gegenstand angeordnetes Befestigungselement aufweist, an dem ein Endbereich des Aufhängungselements fixiert ist. Erfindungsgemäß weist die Anordnung ferner ein Justierelement auf, welches sich einerseits an dem Befestigungselement - direkt oder indirekt - abstützt und andererseits eine Führung zur Auslenkung des Aufhängungselements bildet, wobei das Justierelement C-förmig ausgebildet ist, wobei ein Schenkel sich an dem Befestigungselement abstützt und ein weiterer Schenkel die Führung für das Aufhängungselement bildet.According to the invention an arrangement for fixing an object, such as a lamp or a support member for a luminaire is proposed accordingly, wherein the attachment to an elongated, flexible suspension element, in particular on a cable or cable takes place and wherein the arrangement is arranged on the object to be fastened fastener at which an end portion of the suspension member is fixed. According to the invention, the arrangement further comprises an adjusting element, which on the one hand on the fastening element - directly or indirectly - supported and on the other hand forms a guide for deflection of the suspension element, wherein the adjusting element is C-shaped, wherein a leg is supported on the fastener and a further leg forms the guide for the suspension element.

Das erfindungsgemäße Justierelement stellt also ein Ergänzungselement dar, welches im Bedarfsfall der bekannten Seilaufhängung hinzugefügt werden kann, um entsprechende Korrekturen vorzunehmen. Die erfindungsgemäße Lösung ist dementsprechend in einfacher und schneller Weise realisierbar.The adjusting element according to the invention thus represents a supplementary element, which can be added to the known cable suspension in case of need to make appropriate corrections. The solution according to the invention is accordingly feasible in a simple and fast manner.

Um die Justierung der Aufhängung individuell gestalten zu können, ist vorzugsweise vorgesehen, dass das Justierelement gegenüber dem Befestigungselement verstellbar, beispielsweise verdrehbar ist. Hierdurch kann das Maß der Auslenkung des Aufhängungselements verändert werden, um unterschiedlich starke Schrägstellungen ausgleichen zu können. Dabei kann ferner vorgesehen sein, dass das Justierelement dann in einer entsprechend geeigneten Position an dem Befestigungselement fixiert wird. Dies kann beispielsweise durch eine Klemm- oder Fixierschraube erfolgen.In order to customize the adjustment of the suspension, it is preferably provided that the adjusting element relative to the fastening element adjustable, for example, is rotatable. In this way, the degree of deflection of the suspension element can be changed in order to compensate for different degrees of skew. It can further be provided that the adjusting element is then fixed in a correspondingly suitable position on the fastening element. This can be done for example by a clamping or fixing screw.

Wie bereits erwähnt besteht insbesondere die Möglichkeit, das erfindungsgemäße Justierelement bei standardmäßig verwendeten Befestigungselementen einzusetzen. Diese können beispielsweise entsprechend der DE 103 41 550 A1 ausgestaltet sein, wobei sich hierbei das Aufhängungselement durch das hülsenartige Befestigungselement erstreckt. Innerhalb des Befestigungselements ist dann ein federnd gelagertes Verriegelungselement, beispielsweise eine Kugel oder dergleichen vorgesehen, über welche das Seil bzw. Kabel derart geklemmt wird, dass dieses an dem Befestigungselement sicher und effektiv fixiert wird.As already mentioned, it is possible, in particular, to use the adjustment element according to the invention in fasteners used as standard. These can, for example, according to the DE 103 41 550 A1 be configured, in which case the suspension element extends through the sleeve-like fastening element. Within the fastener is then a spring-mounted locking element, such as a ball or the like provided over which the cable or cable is clamped such that it is securely and effectively fixed to the fastener.

Nachfolgend soll die Erfindung anhand der beiliegenden Zeichnung näher erläutert werden. Es zeigen:

Figuren 1 bis 4
Ansichten eines ersten Ausführungsbeispiels einer erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung zur Befestigung einer Leuchte an einem Seil;
Figuren 5 bis 7
Ansichten eines zweiten Ausführungsbeispiels;
Figur 8
das zweite Ausführungsbeispiel in Schnittdarstellung;
Figur 9
eine Schnittdarstellung eines mit Hilfe der erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung aufgehängten Lichtbandsystems;
Figuren 10 bis 12
Ansichten eines dritten Ausführungsbeispiels einer erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung und
Figuren 13 und 14
Ansichten eines vierten Ausführungsbeispiels einer erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung.
The invention will be explained in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Show it:
FIGS. 1 to 4
Views of a first embodiment of an inventive arrangement for attaching a lamp to a rope;
FIGS. 5 to 7
Views of a second embodiment;
FIG. 8
the second embodiment in sectional view;
FIG. 9
a sectional view of a suspended by means of the arrangement according to the invention light band system;
FIGS. 10 to 12
Views of a third embodiment of an inventive arrangement and
FIGS. 13 and 14
Views of a fourth embodiment of an inventive arrangement.

Die Figuren 1 bis 4 zeigen ein erstes Ausführungsbeispiel einer erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung, mit deren Hilfe ein längliches Trägerelement 105 an einer Decke befestigt werden soll. Bei diesem Trägerelement 105 handelt es sich beispielsweise um eine längliche Tragschiene eines Lichtbandsystems 100, an welche Leuchtenmodule oder andere Einheiten, insbesondere auch Strahler angesetzt werden können. In diesem Fall sind mehrere der dargestellten Anordnungen zur Aufhängung verteilt an der Tragschiene 105 angeordnet. In gleicher Weise könnte allerdings auch eine längliche Leuchte mit Hilfe der erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung an einer Decke befestigt werden. Hier sind dann üblicherweise an den beiden Enden der Leuchte entsprechende Seilaufhängungen vorgesehen.The FIGS. 1 to 4 show a first embodiment of an arrangement according to the invention, with the aid of an elongate support member 105 is to be attached to a ceiling. This support element 105 is, for example, an elongate support rail of a lighting system 100 to which luminaire modules or other units, in particular emitters, can also be attached. In this case, a plurality of the arrangements shown for suspension distributed to the support rail 105 are arranged. In the same way, however, an elongate luminaire could also be fastened to a ceiling with the aid of the arrangement according to the invention. Here then usually corresponding cable suspensions are provided at the two ends of the lamp.

Erstes wesentliches Element der allgemein mit dem Bezugszeichen 1 versehenen Anordnung ist ein flexibles langgestrecktes Aufhängungselement, welches durch ein Seil 2 oder Kabel gebildet wird. Das Seil 2 ist mit seinem oberen Ende an einem Deckenbefestigungselement 3 fixiert, welches in nicht näher dargestellter Weise an der Decke befestigt wird. Die Ausgestaltung dieses Deckenbefestigungselements 3 kann unterschiedlich sein und ist für die vorliegende Erfindung nicht weiter von Bedeutung.The first essential element of the arrangement generally designated by the reference numeral 1 is a flexible elongated suspension element formed by a cable 2 or cable. The cable 2 is fixed with its upper end to a ceiling mounting element 3, which in a manner not shown on the Ceiling is attached. The design of this ceiling fastening element 3 may be different and is not relevant to the present invention.

An einem unteren Endbereich ist das Seil 2 an einem Befestigungselement 5 fixiert. Dieses Befestigungselement 5 ist in den Figuren 1 und 2 erkennbar, in denen das nachfolgend noch näher besprochene Justierelement halbtransparent dargestellt ist. Unter dem Begriff "Fixieren" ist nachfolgend zu verstehen, dass das Seil 2 an dem Befestigungselement 5 derart verankert bzw. befestigt ist, dass es sich nicht unbeabsichtigt lösen nicht nach oben rutschen kann. Hierfür kann das Befestigungselement 5 beispielsweise derart ausgestaltet sein, wie es in der zuvor genannten DE 103 41 550 A1 beschrieben ist. Durch eine spezielle Klemmvorrichtung innerhalb des Befestigungselements 5 wird das sich durch das Befestigungselement 5 erstreckende Seil 2 derart fixiert bzw. verklemmt, dass es nicht herausrutschen kann. Diese Klemmvorrichtung kann allerdings gelöst werden, um eine Relativverschiebung zwischen Seil 2 und Befestigungselement 5 zu ermöglichen, wodurch eine Höhenanpassung vorgenommen werden kann. Die vorliegende Erfindung ist allerdings keinesfalls auf derartige Aufhängungssysteme beschränkt. In gleicher Weise könnte das Befestigungselement 5 auch lediglich eine Verankerung für das Seil 2 darstellen, welches hierzu beispielsweise an seinem unteren Ende eine Verbreiterung aufweist, die ein Durchrutschen nach oben verhindert. Eine Höhenanpassung ist in diesem Fall dann allerdings nicht möglich.At a lower end region, the cable 2 is fixed to a fastening element 5. This fastener 5 is in the Figures 1 and 2 recognizable, in which the adjusting element discussed in more detail below is shown semi-transparent. The term "fixing" is to be understood below that the rope 2 is anchored or fixed to the fastener 5 so that it does not accidentally solve can not slide up. For this purpose, the fastening element 5 may be configured, for example, as in the aforementioned DE 103 41 550 A1 is described. By a special clamping device within the fastener 5 extending through the fastener 5 rope 2 is fixed or clamped so that it can not slip out. However, this clamping device can be solved to allow a relative displacement between the cable 2 and fastener 5, whereby a height adjustment can be made. However, the present invention is by no means limited to such suspension systems. In the same way, the fastening element 5 could also represent only an anchorage for the rope 2, which for this purpose has, for example, at its lower end a widening, which prevents slipping upwards. A height adjustment is then not possible in this case.

Das Befestigungselement 5 ist an der Oberseite einer Halteklammer 7 angeordnet, welche mit zwei seitlichen Armen 8 in längliche Ausnehmungen der Tragschiene 105 eingreift. Auch andere Arten der Anordnung des Befestigungselements 5 an der Leuchte bzw. dem Lichtbandsystem 100 wären denkbar.The fastening element 5 is arranged on the upper side of a retaining clip 7, which engages with two lateral arms 8 in elongate recesses of the mounting rail 105. Other types of arrangement of the fastener 5 to the light or the lighting system 100 would be conceivable.

Standardmäßig sind derartige Befestigungselemente 5 mittig an der Tragschiene 105 bzw. der Leuchte angeordnet. Da ferner das Seil 2 derart durch das Befestigungselement 5 geführt ist, dass es aus einer zentralen Öffnung ragt, liegt der Schwerpunkt der Aufhängung im Bereich der mittigen Längsachse I (siehe Figur 3 des Systems). Im Falle einer symmetrischen Ausgestaltung der Leuchte oder des Lichtbandsystems 100 hat dies zur Folge, dass eine symmetrische Kraftverteilung vorliegt und dementsprechend die Leuchte bzw. das System gerade aufgehängt ist.By default, such fasteners 5 are arranged centrally on the support rail 105 and the lamp. Further, since the rope 2 is guided through the fastener 5 so that it protrudes from a central opening, the center of gravity of the suspension is in the region of the central longitudinal axis I (see FIG. 3 of the system). In the case of a symmetrical design of the luminaire or the light band system 100, this has the consequence that a symmetrical distribution of force exists and, accordingly, the luminaire or the system is currently suspended.

Aufgrund von Abweichungen in der Gewichtsverteilung, die beispielsweise auf eine entsprechende Lagerung der innerhalb der Leuchte oder des Lichtbandsystems 100 verlaufenden Kabel zurückzuführen ist oder durch eine asymmetrische Anordnung der Lampenbetriebsgeräte hervorgerufen werden kann, kann es allerdings zu einer leichten Schrägstellung kommen. Hierbei ist dann die Leuchte bzw. das Lichtbandsystem 100 um die Achse I leicht verschwenkt, wobei eine derartige Schräglage selbstverständlich nicht erwünscht ist. Auch das Anordnen von Strahlern an der Tragschiene 100 kann zu einer asymmetrischen Gewichtsverteilung führen, welche die ungewünschte Schrägstellung hervorruft.However, due to variations in the weight distribution due, for example, to a corresponding support of the cable running within the luminaire or the continuous line system 100 or caused by an asymmetrical arrangement of the lamp operating devices, it can be an easy Incline come. In this case, then the light or the lighting system 100 is slightly pivoted about the axis I, with such an inclined position is of course not desirable. The arrangement of radiators on the mounting rail 100 can lead to an asymmetric weight distribution, which causes the unwanted skew.

Um eine derartige Neigung auszugleichen, wird erfindungsgemäß ein Justierelement eingesetzt, dessen Funktion nachfolgend näher erläutert wird.To compensate for such an inclination, an adjusting element is used according to the invention, the function of which will be explained in more detail below.

Bei dem Ausführungsbeispiel der Figuren 1 bis 4 ist das mit dem Bezugszeichen 10 versehene Justierelement als Hülse ausgebildet. Diese Hülse 10 wird von der Oberseite her auf das Befestigungselement 5 aufgesetzt, sodass es dieses - wie in Figur 1 dargestellt - umgreift. Der Innendurchmesser des hülsenartigen Justierelements 10 ist dabei derart bemessen, dass ein ausreichendes Spiel zu dem Befestigungselement 5 besteht. Es ist also kein Press- oder Gleitsitz erforderlich.In the embodiment of the FIGS. 1 to 4 is provided with the reference numeral 10 adjusting element formed as a sleeve. This sleeve 10 is placed from the top of the fastener 5, so it this - as in FIG. 1 represented - encompasses. The inner diameter of the sleeve-like adjusting element 10 is dimensioned such that there is a sufficient clearance to the fastening element 5. So it is no press or sliding seat required.

Die Wirkung dieser Justierhülse 10 besteht darin, dass eine Schrägstellung des aufzuhängenden Objekts durch ein Auslenken des Seils 2 ausgeglichen wird. Im ersten Ausführungsbeispiel weist hierfür der Hülsenboden 11, welcher der Tragschiene 105 abgewandt ist, ein Loch 12 auf, durch welches das Seil 2 geführt ist. Dieses Loch 12 ist außermittig, vorzugsweise möglichst nahe am Randbereich der Hülse 10 angeordnet und führt dazu, dass das Seil 2 seitlich ausgelenkt wird. Diese Auslenkung des Seils 2 hat zur Folge, dass nunmehr der Angriffspunkt der Aufhängung außermittig bzw. asymmetrisch ist, wodurch die asymmetrische Gewichtsverteilung der aufzuhängenden Leuchte bzw. des Lichtbandsystems 100 ausgeglichen werden kann. Letztendlich führt dies dazu, dass eine Schrägstellung der Leuchte oder des Lichtbandsystems 100 verhindert wird.The effect of this adjustment sleeve 10 is that an inclination of the object to be suspended is compensated by a deflection of the rope 2. In the first embodiment, for this purpose, the sleeve bottom 11, which faces away from the support rail 105, a hole 12 through which the cable 2 is guided. This hole 12 is off-center, preferably arranged as close to the edge region of the sleeve 10 and causes the rope 2 is deflected laterally. This deflection of the cable 2 has the consequence that now the point of application of the suspension is off-center or asymmetrical, whereby the asymmetric weight distribution of the lamp to be suspended or the lighting system 100 can be compensated. Ultimately, this leads to an inclination of the light or the lighting system 100 is prevented.

Die Kompensation der asymmetrischen Gewichtsverteilung des aufzuhängenden Objekts wird also durch eine Verlagerung des Angriffspunkts des Seils 2 von der Zentral- bzw. Symmetrieachse I weg erzielt. Dabei besteht die Möglichkeit, das Justierelement 10 - wie anhand des Doppelpfeils in Figur 4 dargestellt - gegenüber dem Befestigungselement 5 zu verdrehen, um unterschiedlich stark ausgeprägte Schrägstellungen zu kompensieren. Das Verdrehen hat nämlich zur Folge, dass die Abweichung der Position des Lochs 12 von der zentralen Achse I verändert werden kann. Durch eine Verdrehung der Justierhülse 10 um 90° gegenüber dem Befestigungselement 5 kann also das Maß der Auslenkung des Seils 2 von einer neutralen Position in die Maximalauslenkung stufenlos verfahren werden, wobei die Verdrehung sowohl zur rechten Seite als auch zur linken Seite hin erfolgen kann, um Schrägstellungen in beiden Richtungen auszugleichen. Die Reibungskräfte zwischen Justierhülse 10 und dem Befestigungselement 5, die durch das Auslenken und das Gewicht des Systems entstehen, bewirken hierbei, dass die Justierhülse 10 dann in der entsprechenden Position fixiert wird. Optional könnte allerdings auch die Hülse 10 in der geeigneten Stellung durch zusätzliche Maßnahmen, beispielsweise durch die Verwendung einer Klemm- oder Fixierschraube arretiert werden. Hierdurch kann sichergestellt werden, dass das System dauerhaft in der austarierten Position verbleibt. Ferner wäre es auch denkbar, dass sich die Justierhülse 10 lediglich indirekt an dem Befestigungselement 5 abstützt, also beispielsweise an der Tragschiene 105 oder der Klammer 7 angreift.The compensation of the asymmetrical weight distribution of the object to be suspended is thus achieved by a displacement of the point of application of the cable 2 away from the central or symmetrical axis I. It is possible, the adjustment 10 - as indicated by the double arrow in FIG. 4 shown - to rotate relative to the fastener 5 to compensate for different degrees of skew. The twisting has the consequence that the deviation of the position of the hole 12 from the central axis I can be changed. By a rotation of the adjusting sleeve 10 by 90 ° relative to the fastening element 5 so the degree of deflection of the rope 2 can be moved continuously from a neutral position in the maximum deflection, the rotation can be done both to the right side and to the left side to To compensate for inclinations in both directions. The frictional forces between the adjustment sleeve 10 and the fastening element 5, which are caused by the deflection and the weight of the system, in this case cause the adjustment sleeve 10 is then fixed in the appropriate position. Optionally, however, the sleeve 10 could be locked in the appropriate position by additional measures, for example by the use of a clamping or fixing screw. This can ensure that the system remains permanently in the balanced position. Furthermore, it would also be conceivable that the adjusting sleeve 10 is supported only indirectly on the fastening element 5, that is, for example, on the support rail 105 or the bracket 7 attacks.

Ein zweites Ausführungsbeispiel des erfindungsgemäßen Justierelements ist in den Figuren 5 bis 8 dargestellt. Vergleichbare Elemente sind hierbei mit den gleichen Bezugszeichen versehen.A second embodiment of the adjusting element according to the invention is in the FIGS. 5 to 8 shown. Comparable elements are provided here with the same reference numerals.

Dieses zweite Ausführungsbeispiel unterscheidet sich gegenüber dem ersten Ausführungsbeispiel in erster Linie in der der Führung des Seils 2. An Stelle eines Lochs im Hülsenboden weist nunmehr das Justierelement 10 einen seitlichen Schlitz 13 in der Hülsenrand auf. Dieser Schlitz 13 erstreckt sich dabei vorzugsweise über die gesamte Höhe der Hülse 10 bis zu dem Hülsenboden 11. Der Endbereich des Schlitzes 13 bewirkt hierbei wiederum die in den Figuren dargestellte Auslenkung des Seils 2. Wiederum kann also durch Verdrehen der Hülse 10 gegenüber dem Befestigungselement 5 das Maß der Auslenkung des Seils 2 verändert werden, um flexibel asymmetrische Gewichtsverteilungen des aufzuhängenden Objekts ausgleichen zu können.This second embodiment differs from the first embodiment primarily in the leadership of the rope 2. Instead of a hole in the sleeve bottom now has the adjusting element 10 has a lateral slot 13 in the sleeve edge. This slot 13 extends preferably over the entire height of the sleeve 10 to the sleeve bottom 11. The end of the slot 13 in this case in turn causes the deflection of the rope 2 shown in the figures. Again, therefore, by turning the sleeve 10 relative to the fastener. 5 the degree of deflection of the rope 2 are changed in order to be able to flexibly balance asymmetrical weight distributions of the object to be suspended.

Ein Vorteil dieser zweiten Variante besteht darin, dass aufgrund des sich über die gesamte Höhe erstreckenden Schlitzes 13 die Möglichkeit besteht, die Justierhülse 10 bereits bei fertig montierter Leuchte im abgehängten Zustand aufzustecken. Im Gegensatz zu der Variante der Figuren 1 bis 4 ist also kein Aus- und Einfädeln nötig, sodass in sehr einfacher und schneller Weise auf sich unerwartet ergebende Schrägstellungen des Systems reagiert werden kann.An advantage of this second variant is that, due to the slit 13 extending over the entire height, it is possible to fit the adjusting sleeve 10 in the suspended state already when the luminaire is completely assembled. Unlike the variant of FIGS. 1 to 4 Thus, no need to thread and thread, so in a very simple and fast way to unexpectedly resulting inclinations of the system can be responded.

Letztendlich kann dann beispielsweise eine Anordnung erreicht werden, wie sie in Figur 9 dargestellt ist. Figur 9 zeigt hierbei ein Lichtbandsystem 100, welches mit Hilfe der erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung 1 an einer - nicht näher dargestellten Decke - abgehängt angeordnet ist. Das Lichtbandsystem 100 besteht im Wesentlichen aus einer länglichen Tragschiene 105, an der die Klammer 7 angreift. Innerhalb der Tragschienen 105 verlaufen in Längsrichtungen Leiteradern zur elektrischen Stromversorgung von Leuchteneinsätzen sowie zur Übertragung von Steuerbefehlen. Dargestellt ist ferner ein Leuchteneinsatz 120, der von der Unterseite her an die Tragschiene angesetzt und an dieser arretiert wird. Im vorliegenden Fall ist dieser Leuchteneinsatz 120 symmetrisch zur Längsachse des Systems 100 ausgebildet. Trotz allem kann aufgrund einer außermittigen Verlegung der Kabel oder dergleichen eine asymmetrische Gewichtsverteilung vorliegen, die nunmehr in einfacher Weise durch das erfindungsgemäße Justierelement 10 ausgeglichen werden kann. Durch die Auslenkung des Seils 2 kann sichergestellt werden, dass der Angriffspunkt des Seils 2 oberhalb des Schwerpunkts des Lichtbandsystems 100 liegt, was zur Folge hat, dass dieses - wie dargestellt - ohne Schräglage aufgehängt werden kann.Finally, then, for example, an arrangement can be achieved, as in FIG. 9 is shown. FIG. 9 in this case shows a light band system 100, which is arranged by means of the inventive arrangement 1 on a - not shown ceiling - suspended. The light band system 100 essentially consists of an elongated support rail 105, on which the clamp 7 engages. Within the support rails 105 extend in the longitudinal directions conductor wires for electrical Power supply of luminaire inserts and for transmission of control commands. Shown is also a lamp insert 120, which is attached from the bottom to the mounting rail and locked to this. In the present case, this luminaire insert 120 is formed symmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the system 100. Despite all, an asymmetric weight distribution may be present due to an eccentric laying of the cable or the like, which can now be compensated in a simple manner by the adjusting element 10 according to the invention. By the deflection of the rope 2 can be ensured that the point of application of the rope 2 is above the center of gravity of the lighting system 100, with the result that this - as shown - can be hung without skew.

Ein drittes erfindungsgemäßes Ausführungsbeispiel eines Justierelements ist in den Figuren 10 bis 12 gezeigt. In diesem Fall ist das Justierelement 20 als C-förmiges Blechteil ausgebildet. Der untere Schenkel 21, der geschlitzt ausgebildet ist, ermöglicht ein zentriertes Anlegen an dem Befestigungselement 5. Von diesem unteren Schenkel 21 erstreckt sich schräg nach oben ein zweiter Schenkel 22, an dessen oberen Ende ein kurzer dritter Schenkel 23 ausgebildet ist. Dieser dritte Schenkel 23 weist eine seitliche Einkerbung 24 auf, durch welche das Seil 2 geführt ist. Die Abmessungen und Anordnungen der Schenkel 22 und 23 sind dabei derart, dass die Ausnehmung 24 wiederum versetzt zum Zentrum des Befestigungselements 5 angeordnet ist. Auch hier kann dann durch ein Verdrehen des Justierelements 20 der Versatz gegenüber der Symmetrieachse bzw. Längsachse des Systems verändert werden. Wiederum könnten dann das Justierelement 20 in der entsprechenden Position durch zusätzliche Maßnahmen fixiert werden.A third inventive embodiment of an adjusting element is in the FIGS. 10 to 12 shown. In this case, the adjusting element 20 is formed as a C-shaped sheet metal part. The lower leg 21, which is formed slotted, allows a centered application to the fastening element 5. From this lower leg 21 extends obliquely upward a second leg 22, at its upper end a short third leg 23 is formed. This third leg 23 has a lateral notch 24 through which the cable 2 is guided. The dimensions and arrangements of the legs 22 and 23 are such that the recess 24 is in turn offset from the center of the fastener 5 is arranged. Here too, the offset with respect to the axis of symmetry or the longitudinal axis of the system can then be changed by turning the adjusting element 20. Again, then the adjusting element 20 could be fixed in the appropriate position by additional measures.

Schließlich zeigen die Figuren 13 und 14 noch ein viertes Ausführungsbeispiel. Dieses ähnelt dem Ausführungsbeispiel in den Figuren 5 bis 8 und ist dementsprechend wiederum als aufsteckbare Hülse ausgebildet, welche einen seitlichen Schlitz 13 aufweist. Gegenüber dem Ausführungsbeispiel der Figuren 5 bis 8 ist nunmehr der obere Endbereich der Hülse in Form eines schrägen Kegels ausgebildet. Hinsichtlich der Funktion des Justierelements 10 ergeben sich allerdings keine Veränderungen zu den zuvor erläuterten Ausführungsbeispielen. Auch hier kann also durch Verdrehen wiederum das Maß der Auslenkung des Seils 2 variiert werden. Sofern erforderlich könnte mittels einer Klemm- oder Fixierschraube das Justierelement in der entsprechenden Position arretiert werden.Finally, the show FIGS. 13 and 14 still a fourth embodiment. This is similar to the embodiment in the FIGS. 5 to 8 and is accordingly again designed as an attachable sleeve, which has a lateral slot 13. Compared to the embodiment of FIGS. 5 to 8 Now, the upper end portion of the sleeve is formed in the form of an oblique cone. With regard to the function of the adjusting element 10, however, there are no changes to the previously described embodiments. Again, therefore, by twisting the amount of deflection of the rope 2 can be varied. If necessary, the adjusting element could be locked in the appropriate position by means of a clamping or fixing screw.

Die hülsenförmigen Justierelemente können aus unterschiedlichsten Materialien bestehen und in unterschiedlicher Weise hergestellt werden. Denkbar wäre beispielsweise die Verwendung von Kunststoff, wobei auch die Verwendung eines transparenten Kunststoffmaterials denkbar wäre, Stahl oder Aluminium. Im Falle der Verwendung von Kunststoff können die Justierelemente beispielsweise gespritzt werden, Aluminiumteile können beispielsweise gedreht oder als Fließpressteil hergestellt werden.The sleeve-shaped adjusting elements can be made of different materials and manufactured in different ways. It would be conceivable, for example, the use of plastic, including the use of a transparent plastic material would be conceivable steel or aluminum. In the case of the use of plastic, the adjusting elements can be sprayed, for example, aluminum parts can be rotated, for example, or produced as extruded part.

Letztendlich eröffnet also die erfindungsgemäße Lösung die Möglichkeit, Schrägstellungen bei abgehängten Leuchten oder Lichtbandsystemen in einfacher Weise auszugleichen. Ein besonderer Vorteil der erfindungsgemäßen Lösung besteht hierbei darin, dass auf bislang bekannte Aufhängungsvorrichtungen zurückgegriffen werden kann und lediglich ergänzend ein Justierelement eingesetzt wird, mit dem die erforderliche Korrektur durchgeführt wird.Ultimately, therefore, the solution of the invention opens up the possibility to compensate for inclinations in suspended lights or lighting systems in a simple manner. A particular advantage of the solution according to the invention consists in the fact that hitherto known suspension devices can be used and only in addition an adjusting element is used, with which the required correction is carried out.

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  1. An arrangement (1) for fastening an object, for example a luminaire or a carrier element (105) for a luminaire, to an elongated flexible suspension element (2), in particular to a cord or cable, having a fastening element (5) which is arranged on the object to be fastened and on which an end region of the suspension element (2) is fixed,
    wherein the arrangement (1) has, furthermore, an adjusting element (10, 20) which, on the one hand, is supported on the fastening element (5) and, on the other hand, forms a guide for the deflection of the suspension element (2), characterised in that the adjusting element (10, 20) is formed in a C-shape,
    wherein one leg (21) is supported on the fastening element (5), and a further leg (23) forms the guide for the suspension element (2).
  2. An arrangement according to claim 1,
    characterised in that
    the adjusting element (10, 20) is adjustable, in particular rotatable, with respect to the fastening element (5).
  3. An arrangement according to one of the previous claims,
    characterised in that
    the adjusting element (10, 20) has means for fixation on the fastening element (5).
  4. An arrangement according to claim 3,
    characterised in that
    the means for the fixation are formed by a clamping or fixing screw.
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