EP2642907A1

EP2642907A1 - Device having a thermal radiation source

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Publication number: EP2642907A1
Application number: EP11799225.5A
Authority: EP
Inventors: Oliver Ebner; Markus Nachtmann; Herbert Tschudnig; Birgit Weberndorfer
Original assignee: Manufactur fur Glas und Spiegel GmbH
Current assignee: NEHER GMBH
Priority date: 2010-11-22
Filing date: 2011-11-21
Publication date: 2013-10-02
Also published as: WO2012068606A1

Abstract

The invention relates to an arrangement, comprising a shower stall (1) having a shower fitting (2) and comprising a source (9) for infrared radiation arranged in a side wall (4). Windows (16) having covers (8) that are transparent to infrared radiation are provided in the wall (4). Thus, the shower stall (1) can be used for showering and/or for exposing oneself to infrared radiation.

Description

DEVICE WITH HEAT RADIATION SOURCE

The invention relates to an arrangement comprising a combination of at least one heat source and a device in which water is used for application to a human body, in particular water for personal hygiene.

Such devices may e.g. Showers, for example in the form of shower cubicles or freestanding showers, bathtubs, whirlpools, steam showers, swimming pools, toilets, bidets or a combination thereof. Such devices contemplated by the invention are devices in which water is used in conjunction with the human body to exert on the body, for example, a cleansing or well-being improving action. Particularly considered within the scope of the invention is the combination of a heat-emitting source (IR emitter) with a shower of any type.

Under the term "shower" used here are generally wet rooms with a shower device ("shower") to understand. These are wet rooms with at least one shower device, which may be, for example: a hand shower, a shower (optionally also removable) shower (not shown) which is held against the boundary (side wall and / or ceiling or upper cover) of the shower and which is connected to at least one boundary (Wall, shower enclosure, shower stall ceiling) are provided or combinations thereof. The showers, as they are understood in the present context may also be bathtubs with shower, etc., where appropriate, a (folding, swiveling or sliding) boundary wall may be provided.

Showers, in the present context, can also be showers which are freely arranged without any lateral boundary, ie without lateral delimitations or boundaries, such as doors, side walls, upper covers or the like.

Showers are known in different versions. For example, there are showers in the form of shower cubicles, which are formed free-standing, as well as showers, which are at least partially integrated into existing buildings. Often showers have at least one lateral boundary, for example (two) boundary walls, which are either completely or partially curved (round) or flat. Partitions of showers may be partially or entirely formed by existing walls of the room in which the shower is located. Likewise, infrared cabins (deep heat cabins) are known in which the body of the User is exposed from an infrared source coming infrared rays and is heated by this, for example.

Often it is not possible for spatial or other reasons, in addition to a device used in connection with water, e.g. a shower to set up an infrared cabin.

GB 2 020 970 A discloses a drying and treatment cabin which is designed as a shower cubicle and can be used with a shower nozzle as a shower. The cabin is additionally equipped with a laterally arranged chamber in which an electric heating coil and a fan are provided. The fan should be heated via an opening heated air blown from the additional chamber into the (shower) cabin. The cabin according to GB 2 020970 A has an infrared light source and an ultraviolet light source, which are connected via holes to the interior of the cabin. With the aid of a switch it can be selected whether the infrared light source or the ultraviolet light source is put into operation. Also controls are provided to adjust the duration of the radiation treatment can.

DE 102007032585 A1 discloses a wellness Danarium combined shower cubicle in which infrared heat radiators are provided in wall elements. In this case, the infrared radiation is to be released from a coating, as shown in FIGS. 3 and 4 of DE 10 2007 032 585 A1. In addition to a shower in the upper cover, light sources and the like may be provided in the shower cubicle. Also described is a seat that can be folded up. In addition, a foot bath can be provided in the shower cubicle. Furthermore, the idea is addressed in DE 10 2007 032 585 A1 [Abs. 0012] into the floor of the shower cubicle to install an infrared surface radiator.

JP 5-287917 A shows a transportable sauna that can be easily assembled. The sauna has a shower. It should be provided in a wall of the sauna infrared sources and covered outside by a cover plate. It is also mentioned that the top cover may be provided with a vent of a stereo amplifier source and a light source or the like.

In AT 11 970 U a shower cubicle with infrared radiators is described. This well-known shower cubicle, which is provided with a shower fitting, is assigned in a lateral wall a source of infrared radiation in the form of two infrared radiators. In the wall windows with covers are provided, which are transparent to infrared radiation. Thus, the shower cubicle can be used for showering and / or exposure to infrared radiation. On the side next to the shower cubicle is a room in one of the side walls, in which one above the other can be moved out of the room Frame mounted two infrared heaters are housed.

The AT 11 122 U (= DE 20 2010 002 710 U) relates to a heat radiating device with at least one heat radiator, preferably an electrically operated heat radiator, for therapeutic or well-being application to humans, with a tubular housing, which is free-standing with the ground and / or the ceiling and / or a side wall, wherein it has at least one supply air opening, at least one exhaust air opening and lines for the air supply and air discharge and wherein the air flow is guided in the interior of the heat radiating device. The heat radiating device (infrared radiation) can be installed in a cabin. Furthermore, speakers for music playback, lighting and warning signs can be provided. An indication to install the radiant heater in a shower cubicle is not disclosed.

The AT 11 387 U (= 20 2010 004 981 U) relates to a shower panel, which in addition to the necessary means for showering equipped with a radiant heater for targeted or systemic heat application to humans and preferably designed for retrofitting in an existing shower or similar wet areas is. The shower panel can be equipped with a folding seat. Furthermore, speakers, lights, a cover and an infrared-transparent exit window for the infrared strahier be provided.

From AT 11 726 U an infrared heat cabin is known. At least one heat radiator should be housed in a seat of the cabin. An indication that the cabin may be a shower cubicle is not disclosed.

From DE 20 2005 019 842 41 a bathtub is known, which may also be a shower tray, the bottom of which is heatable by a mounted below the bottom heat exchanger, which is traversed by a heating medium. The invention has for its object to provide an arrangement which in addition to use with water for the heat treatment, e.g. for an infrared treatment, can be used.

This object is achieved according to the invention with an arrangement having the features of claim 1.

Preferred and advantageous embodiments of the arrangement according to the invention are the subject of the dependent claims. As in the inventive arrangement, a heat source, for example, as a source is designed for infrared radiation, combined with a device used with water, such as a shower, combined, it is possible to use the arrangement according to the invention in a variety of ways. Namely only the device that is used in conjunction with water (shower, bath, etc.), or only the heat source, such as the infrared emitter (similar to an infrared cabin), alone or a combination of both elements of the arrangement according to the invention, with the possibility to carry out further activities, for example by the arrangement according to the invention is additionally equipped with facilities for sound output (music, audio) and lighting effects (eg LED light).

Especially in the case of a shower as a water-use device, the following results:

Since in the shower, in addition to the usual fittings for a shower, namely a shower and the like, also according to the invention at least one source of heat, e.g. is intended for infrared radiation, it is possible to use the shower either only as a shower or only for heat therapy, especially the infrared therapy. Furthermore, it is possible to take during the shower, the source of heat radiation, in particular infrared radiation, in operation, so that additional heating is given.

The inventively provided, at least one source of heat radiation, in particular for infrared radiation, may be an infrared radiator, an infrared radiation emitting surface, plate or the like. It is only essential that the source of heat, in particular for infrared radiation, radiates into the area in which the person is, who uses the device which is used in conjunction with water, the arrangement according to the invention, e.g. the shower, used.

By means of the arrangement according to the invention, for example, a space-saving and cost-saving combination of an infrared cabin with a device to be used in connection with water, e.g. with a (wellness) shower, created. With the arrangement according to the invention, it is also possible to use water at the same time, e.g. to shower and receive deep heat through infrared radiation, so that it can be said metaphorically that the inventive arrangement "sun and rain" brings to the bathroom.

The arrangement according to the invention also has the advantage that by using water, for example by using the shower head, cooling of the skin surface can be brought about if the temperature in the arrangement according to the invention is too high, or if the body of the user wets it in the invention Arrangement is too dry.

In addition, there is the possibility of heat radiation, e.g. to use the infrared radiation to additionally heat the body of the person showering (for example, showering), if the person has determined the temperature in the arrangement, e.g. the shower is too low.

Finally, there is still a possibility, by the heat, which arises in the arrangement according to the invention, when the source of heat radiation (infrared radiation) is put into operation, the space, e.g. a bathroom in which the arrangement according to the invention is to be heated. It can be provided that the device used in connection with water, e.g. the shower (shower cubicle) is open at the top, or that an upper cover is designed so that it can be opened / closed as needed. This heating of the space in which the arrangement according to the invention is located, by the source of heat radiation, in particular infrared radiation, provided in the arrangement according to the invention can be further enhanced by forced convection being brought about by fans or other devices generating an air movement ,

For arranging the at least one source of thermal radiation, e.g. Infrared radiation, there are different possibilities. Thus, the heat radiation may be from a separate device set up in the device (shower) used with water, e.g. columnar, body emerge, i. that in this case the source of heat, e.g. Infrared radiation, e.g. the infrared radiator in one, e.g. columnar, housed in the shower or in the area of the same body is housed.

As a rule, however, the at least one source of heat radiation (infrared radiation) may be present in a boundary, for example in at least one wall, which may be the device to be used with water, e.g. the shower, on at least one side limited, be accommodated. It is possible to provide a heat source, or to arrange several heat sources next to each other and / or on top of each other.

Particularly preferred is an embodiment of the arrangement according to the invention, in which the heat source, such as the infrared radiator, is housed in a room by at least one "window" with the interior of the device to be used with water, eg the shower, in Connection stands. This space is preferably integrated in a lateral wall, for example the shower (shower cubicle). The window is permeable to infrared radiation and is preferably made of glass, in particular single-pane safety glass ("ESG") or laminated safety glass ("VSG"). The room in which the source of infrared radiation is accommodated, can by a Door or it is possible to mount the source of heat, in particular for infrared radiation, and the associated control elements on a frame which can be pulled out of the room (like a pharmacist's To carry out maintenance, adjustment or repair work. For driving in and out of the frame motor drives can be provided.

In the arrangement according to the invention, in the region of the window, by the heat, e.g. the infrared rays, into the device used in connection with water, e.g. into the shower cubicle, enters, in particular below the window, a seat be provided for a user. This seat can be hinged into a substantially vertical supply position (downwards), so that it does not interfere with the normal use of the device (shower). To adjust the height of the seat to the size of the person using it, it can be height adjustable. This height adjustment can be stepless or certain height positions are given. The adjustment of the seat can be done by hand or by a drive assigned to him (electric, pneumatic, hydraulic), which is also considered to store in a motor drive for the height adjustment of the seat certain personal altitude levels, so that the respective desired height orientation of Seat can be selected if the person intends to use the arrangement according to the invention.

If the seat is height adjustable but also independent of it, the heat source provided in the arrangement of the invention, e.g. the infrared emitter, be height adjustable. Due to this height adjustability, the area in which heat rays, in particular infrared rays, are emitted can be adapted to the size and / or the position (standing / sitting) of the person using the arrangement according to the invention. For the adjustment of the infrared emitter in the vertical direction, ie up and down, an electric, pneumatic or hydraulic drive can be provided, so a motor drive or the infrared emitter is adjusted manually by a hand crank or the like in the desired altitude ,

In addition to the seat armrests (or hur armrest) may be provided which, as the seat from a supply position in a substantially horizontal position of use, are pivotable.

In a motorized adjustment of the height orientation of the source of heat, in particular for infrared emitters, can also be provided that certain height alignments are stored in a memory and so if necessary by selecting a stored position, the source of heat radiation (especially infrared radiation) is automatically adjusted to the required height adjustment.

If the source of thermal radiation in the arrangement according to the invention is adjustable in height, it can be associated with a diaphragm which is height adjustable with it and prevents the "technology" in the heat radiation source through the window, by the heat radiation in the Device used in conjunction with water (eg a shower), enters, is visible. In one embodiment of the invention, especially when a seat is provided, the side of the window for the entry of heat, e.g. of infrared rays, in the device used in conjunction with water, e.g. the shower cubicle, back cushions are provided which prevent the window, in particular the infrared window, e.g. with the back, unintentionally touched. These back cushions can be height adjustable, so that they can be brought into the right for use in sitting and using standing upright. This adjustability can for example be given by the fact that the back cushions can be hung at different altitudes on coupling projections on the right and left of the infrared window. In one embodiment of the invention, it is also provided that the window through which the heat source heats heat rays, e.g. Infrared rays, emits in the device, is recessed, so located in a niche, so here is a greater distance, which prevents inadvertent contact with the infrared window (this can be warm). In addition, if a seat (see above) is provided, it may be arranged to be received in the folded position in the recess (niche), ie in its folded-down position it does not protrude into the interior of the device (for example the shower).

If a depression (niche) is provided in the wall in connection with water-operated device, for example a shower, a recess can be provided in the niche above the window, for example, through the heat radiation (infrared rays) in connection with the use of the device usable means or devices, for example in the form of a plate provided in the niche (glass plate) may be provided. The power of the heat source, eg the infrared radiation source (IR emitter), can be controllable, taking into account a stepwise or a stepless regulation. It is also contemplated to regulate the power of the heat source through a temperature sensor located in the device used in conjunction with water. The inventively provided in the arrangement device, such as a shower, can also be equipped with at least one light source, in particular in the form of LEDs, which can be controlled so that they emit light of a different color according to a predetermined or selectable program. Thus, the arrangement according to the invention can also be equipped with at least one light source (in particular LEDs which emit light with different colors). This light source can be provided in the area next to the window through which heat rays occur. Preferably, light sources are provided on both sides of the window.

Furthermore, within the scope of the invention it is possible to provide sound sources (loudspeakers) in the arrangement according to the invention, so that sound therapy, for example by relaxing music, is optionally possible in addition to light therapy.

If at least one sound source (loudspeaker) is provided, it may be assigned to the window through which infrared rays pass, in the manner of a "structure-borne sound loudspeaker", so that the window (in particular the window pane) serves as a resonator, so that sound equals of which type (preferably music) - enters the space of the water-using device particularly well. The use of a so-called structure-borne sound transducer is also advantageous in the context of the invention because it is protected as an invisible speaker from the water used in the device, in particular shower.

When a structure-borne sound transducer without a loudspeaker diaphragm, comprising an oscillatable mass, at least one connection to an electronic component, in particular for electrical connection to an amplifier, and a mounting plate, is provided as a sound source, it is preferred if the mounting plate on the window for the passage of Heat rays is arranged. By applying a signal, in particular a music signal vibrates the vibratable mass. The vibration is transmitted to the mounting plate and is passed from this in the form of bending waves to the window for the passage of heat rays as a plate to be excited. The window then emits the signal into the device, especially the shower.

If, in the device according to the invention, the "window" through which the infrared rays pass is arranged in a niche, loudspeakers, preferably on the disks on the left and on the right next to the niche, can be arranged.

The arrangement of the mounting plate on the window can be positive and / or non-positive, for example by screwing and / or glue.

The arrangement of the structure-borne sound transducer takes place in particular off-center at the window, because on the one hand the signal reproduction takes place particularly well and on the other hand no Component in front of the heat-emitting source, in particular an infrared emitter, is located.

In the context of the invention, it is also contemplated to simultaneously carry out at least two of the following uses with the inventive arrangement: thermal treatment, light treatment, application of water (showering, bathing and the like) and exposure to heat radiation, in particular infrared -Radiation.

In the device used in conjunction with water, in particular in a shower, which is combined in the arrangement according to the invention with the source of heat rays, devices for exercising gymnastics or other physical exercises may be provided within the scope of the invention. For example, means for stretching, stretching and strengthening may be provided. If such devices are provided in the device, it is within the scope of the invention, the possibility in the heat source associated with water usable device of the arrangement according to the invention, instructions for the use of these devices, for example in the form of pictures (pictograms) and / or verbal descriptions of the exercises. In addition, in the embodiment in which in the arrangement according to the invention a sound source is provided, the possibility of giving instructions for the use of the devices for physical exercise or gymnastics via this sound source.

In the device, which is provided in combination with a heat source in the arrangement according to the invention, water mist nozzles can be provided in addition to other nozzles (showerheads) or only water mist nozzles for the use of water. These water mist nozzles have a refreshing / cooling effect, in particular, when the arrangement according to the invention is used exclusively for heat treatment.

In the context of the invention is not only the use of pure water, but also the use of water with additives, for example in the form of brine, into consideration. In one embodiment of the arrangement according to the invention, the heat source, in particular the infrared radiator, be provided in a unit (box), which can be set up as desired and facilities that are used in conjunction with water (for example, lateral limitation of a shower) can be assigned , In these assemblies, in addition to the heat source (infrared emitters) also other facilities, such as an installation for the supply of water to a shower or other Provide water-emitting nozzles (water jets) with the associated fittings. Furthermore, it is possible in this unit (box) and devices for water treatment (cleaning, filtering, softening) and / or water heating (boiler) housed.

In one embodiment of the arrangement according to the invention, it is considered that the partition wall between the heat source and the device used with water is made of transparent material, for example glass blocks. When the heat radiation emitting device is an infrared radiation source, this source typically emits radiation having a wavelength of 600 - 2200 nm. In this case, the range above a wavelength of 1400 nm (IR-B and IR-C radiation) is undesirable because it unfolds a deep heat effect with thermal surface load on the skin. It is therefore an advantage of the arrangement according to the invention that the source of infrared radiation is a radiator with an infrared-A share use and this is used in combination with water in the associated device, since water, the unwanted IR-B and IR Filters out C radiation components.

This effect of filtering out the IR-B and IR-C radiation fractions can be further enhanced by providing a window for generating a water film through the window through which the IR radiation of the associated device used in conjunction with water passes , For example, in the form of a flat or elongated nozzle (or a multi-nozzle) is assigned. By means of this water film in the region of the window through which infrared radiation passes, the IR-B and IR-C radiation component is effectively filtered out and does not enter the device associated with the infrared radiation source.

In one embodiment of the invention, more than one infrared light source is provided, which may be used in place of a height adjustable infrared light source. If two or more infrared light sources (IR emitters) are arranged one above the other and / or next to each other, it is possible to select the area in which infrared radiation is emitted by deliberately putting one, two or more such IR emitters into operation.

Considered is also an embodiment of the invention in which the heat-emitting source, in particular the infrared light source, is subdivided into several fields which can be put into operation individually or jointly. By commissioning individual fields, the location of the area in which heat rays are emitted can be selected in order to take into account the respective user requirements. If several radiators or fields of a radiator put into operation, the size of the area in which heat rays are emitted, can be selected.

In one embodiment of the invention, it is possible, according to the invention provided, at least one, infrared light emitting source, in particular, if this is housed in a prefabricated component, such as a cabinet, additives with other components to combine with a bathtub, which bathtub a side Getting started. It is preferred if the door, which can close the entry into the bathtub, is designed to be higher, so that the door in the lying above the bathtub area serves as a shower enclosure. If doors are formed higher, they can also be divided horizontally, so that a part of the opening of the bathtub side wall is assigned and an upper part serves as a shower wall.

Another embodiment of the invention is intended for use in a bathtub, which is transparent at least in the bottom area, but in particular in its entirety, for example, except for the head and foot, made of transparent material, such as glass. In this embodiment, a heat radiation emitting source, in particular at least one Infratrot emitter, be provided below the bottom of the bath.

In addition to or as an alternative to heat-emitting sources in the region of the bottom, which is made in part of transparent (heat-radiation permeable) material, the head and / or foot of the trough may be provided with a heat-emitting source (infrared emitter).

In both cases, the heat radiation emitting sources (infrared radiator) are arranged in recesses below the bottom or the head or foot of the tub.

In the context of the invention it is also possible, in addition to the heat-emitting source, in particular the at least one infrared emitter, is used in the bottom region of a device in the water for use on a human body, such as a shower, a heater in the manner of a floor heating to arrange. Such a heater may also be associated with a shower tray. This heater can be controlled via the provided in one embodiment of the invention control panel, so switched on and off and regulated in terms of heating power.

In order to prevent the loss of heat by flowing upwards, the arrangement according to the invention, in particular, when it is a shower, be associated with a cover. This cover may be designed in the manner of a roller blind. forms, which is to be placed horizontally over the upper portion of the arrangement according to the invention in position when it is to be completed upwards. In particular, the cover is designed as a washable textile. In particular, when the arrangement according to the invention is used in the hotel sector, the component in which the at least one source of heat rays, in particular the at least one infrared emitter, is housed, can be formed or used as a so-called pretext. Such pretexts serve to demarcate the area (a shower) from a vanity or other areas of a bathroom in the hotel area.

In the component in which the space for the at least one source of heat radiation and optionally for other fittings and facilities, which are housed for the operation of the arrangement according to the invention is located, can be emitted on the side of the direction of which infrared rays If opposite, another cabinet will be formed. Alternatively, compartments, for example compartments made of glass, in particular colored glass, in the manner of cantilevered shelves (shelves) can be provided on the wall of the component in which the at least one heat-emitting source is accommodated. If several heat radiation emitting sources (IR emitters) are provided, they can be arranged side by side, at an angle to each other and / or opposite one another.

In the embodiment of the arrangement according to the invention with several in a row, juxtaposed sources (linear, angled or in the arc) for thermal radiation, the arrangement opposite a screen, a screen or other (moving) images reproducing device may be arranged.

If, in one embodiment of the arrangement according to the invention, more than two infrared radiators are arranged as heat radiation emitting sources different levels, they can be arranged so that in each case the lower portion of an infrared radiator overlaps the respective upper portion of the next lower radiator, so no "dead" area, ie an area from which no infrared radiation is emitted, arises between the radiators. In this case, the radiators can be aligned so that they have to the vertical, standing at an acute angle longitudinal extents.

In the context of the invention is further considered that infrared emitters, which are provided as a source of heat rays, are designed tiltable, so that the direction in which the heat rays are emitted, the respective needs can be adjusted. In particular, such infrared radiators are substantially horizontal Tilted axes designed to adapt the desired direction of the emission of infrared radiation to the respective requirements.

In the context of the invention, various embodiments of the arrangement according to the invention, when the heat-emitting source is combined with a shower, are considered. Thus, according to the invention, equipped with at least one infrared light source showers can be arranged free-standing, the front through a door, the one side through a component in which the infrared radiator is housed, and the other side through a shower wall, which is fixed , is formed. There is the possibility that the infrared radiator opposite wall is also designed as a cabinet to form additional storage space.

The arrangement according to the invention can also be designed as a shower built into a niche. Furthermore, it is possible arrangements according to the invention, which comprise a shower to arrange in a corner, once the component which has the space in which the infrared radiator is housed, is on the outside and in the other case is attached to the wall of the corner ,

In addition, within the scope of the invention it is also possible to form the shower of an arrangement according to the invention with at least one heat-emitting source as a shower open on both sides.

In one embodiment of the invention, the assembly may also comprise two sources of heat which are opposite or at an angle (e.g., 90 °) to each other.

For example, two components in which the space for receiving the at least one heat-radiation emitting source (IR emitter) is provided, arranged opposite each other or at an angle to each other. Each of these components may have a seat which can be folded from its substantially vertical supply position into its essentially horizontal position of use.

The component, which essentially contains the space for receiving the at least one heat-ray emitting source, in a preferred embodiment has a substantially rectangular floor plan. The layout of this component can also be curved, e.g. in the manner of a circular ring segment, be.

Preferred embodiments of the arrangement according to the invention can be summarized as follows: In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the source of heat is a source of infrared radiation.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the water-use device comprises a shower, a swimming pool, a whirlpool, a steam shower, a bathtub, a shower cubicle, a shower, a toilet, a bidet or a shower Combination of the same is.

In one embodiment, the invention may be distinguished by the fact that a window for the passage of heat rays, in particular of infrared rays, is provided between the source giving off heat radiation, on the one hand, and the device which can be used in conjunction with water, on the other hand.

In one embodiment, the invention may be distinguished by the fact that the window for the passage of heat rays, in particular of infrared rays, is assigned a cover transparent to infrared rays.

In one embodiment, the invention may be distinguished by the fact that the cover of the window for the passage of heat rays, in particular infrared rays, a device for generating a water film is assigned.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the device is a flat nozzle, which is provided in the region of the upper edge of the opening and can be acted upon with water.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the water-use device is a shower associated with a source of infrared radiation. In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the source of infrared radiation is provided in at least one component bounding the shower.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the at least one source of infrared radiation is provided in at least one wall of the shower.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the source of infrared radiation is an infrared emitter.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the infrared Emitter is designed as a radiating surface or plate.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the source of infrared radiation is provided in at least one lateral wall of the shower cubicle.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that more than one source of infrared radiation is provided in at least one wall of the shower cubicle.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the source of infrared radiation is provided in a space adjacent to at least one wall of the shower enclosure.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the space is accessible through a (swing) door.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the source of infrared radiation is mounted in the space on a, preferably by means of a drive, extendable frame. In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the frame carries a cover plate bounding the space.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that in the cover plate operating and adjusting organs are provided for the source of infrared radiation.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the cover plate is arranged next to a shower door.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that an infrared radiation transparent cover is provided between the source of infrared radiation and the interior of the shower enclosure.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the space in which the at least one source of infrared radiation is provided is provided in a wall, in particular in a lateral wall of the shower.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the shower is open at the top.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the shower is closed at the top by a cover.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the cover is adjustable in an open and a closed position.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that a window for the passage of infrared radiation from the source of infrared radiation is provided in a side wall of the shower cubicle. In one embodiment, the invention may be distinguished by the fact that back cushions are provided on the right and left of the window for the passage of infrared radiation.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the back cushions are fixable in at least two different elevations.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that a possibly hinged seat is provided in the shower cubicle.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the seat is provided below the window for the passage of infrared radiation from the source of infrared radiation.

In one embodiment, the invention may be distinguished by the fact that the device which can be used in conjunction with water, in particular the shower cubicle, is assigned at least one light source, in particular LED, for light therapy.

In one embodiment, the invention may be distinguished by the fact that the device which can be used in conjunction with water, in particular the shower cubicle, is associated with sound sources for sonic therapy.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the sound source comprises a structure-borne sound transducer.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the body sound transducer comprises a vibratable mass, at least one connection to an electronic component, in particular for electrical connection to an amplifier, and a mounting plate, wherein the mounting plate on the window for the passage of heat rays , in particular of infrared rays, arranged, in particular eccentrically arranged, is. In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the window opposite the wall of the shower cubicle, next to which the source of infrared radiation is provided, is recessed as a niche. In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the back cushions are provided to the right and left of the niche.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the seat is received in its folded position in the niche.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the power of the source of heat radiation, in particular infrared radiation, is adjustable.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the power is adjustable stepwise or continuously.

In one embodiment, the invention may be characterized in that the device which can be used in conjunction with water comprises devices, e.g. Fans associated with generating convection in the device.

In one embodiment, the invention may be distinguished by the fact that the heat-emitting source, in particular an infrared radiator and installations, such as showerheads, nozzles, water pipes and / or facilities for treating and / or heating water, for the water-powered device and / or electronic components of the sound source, such as an amplifier, in a prefabricated component, in particular a cabinet, are installed, which is associated with the water-powered device.

Further details and features of the invention will become apparent from the following description of preferred embodiments with reference to schematic drawings in which as an example of an inventive arrangement, which is shown with a shower cubicle in various embodiments.

It shows:

1 shows an inventive arrangement with shower in an oblique view,

2 shows another embodiment in plan view,

3 is a side view of the arrangement of Fig. 2,

4 shows a diagram of the spectral radiance of a deep heat radiator used in the arrangement according to the invention, 5 shows a diagram of the spectral irradiance when using a water film,

6 is a diagram of the spectral irradiance during showering,

7 is a wall with three superposed infrared emitters in view,

8 shows the wall of FIG. 7 in an oblique view,

9 a bath with infrared radiators in the region of the bottom and in the region of the head end of the tub,

10 a trough with lateral entry and with its associated infrared emitters, FIG. 11 a trough of glass in whose bottom area infrared emitters are provided and which has an excuse at one end,

Fig. 12 in view of another embodiment of the arrangement with in a row

arranged sources of heat rays and

13 is a plan view of the arrangement of Fig. 12. Before going into detail on the description of the embodiments shown in the drawings of an arrangement according to the invention with a shower, it should be noted that the invention is not limited to showers, for example those with rectangular or square floor plan, is limited. Rather, provided in an inventive arrangement, can be used in conjunction with water means, such as a shower, have any plan shape, with boundaries with curved walls or combinations of curved walls and straight walls are considered. In particular, when arranged in a corner showers, it is also possible to form the door of the shower cubicle as a curved around a vertical axis door. As mentioned, the invention may be practiced with any number of showers (showers) such as showers and shower cubicles, bathtubs, whirlpools, steam showers, swimming pools, toilets, bidets, and combinations thereof.

In the exemplary embodiment shown in FIG. 1, the water-use device is a shower designed as a shower cubicle 1. The shower cubicle 1 has a rear wall to which a shower fitting 2 (shower) with associated control fittings is mounted. The shower cubicle 1 is limited by lateral walls 3, 4, wherein the right-hand side wall 3 is formed in the embodiment shown as a glass wall. On the side wall 3, a pivotable door 5 is hinged on fittings 6, which can be opened and closed by means of a door handle 7. The door 5 of the shower cubicle 1 can also be a swing door, folding door or a sliding door. It is also contemplated to strike the door 5 on the wall 4.

In the left in Fig. 1 side wall 4, a room is housed, in which in the embodiment shown as a heat source two infrared radiator 9 one above the other are housed. In the shower cabin 1 facing side of the side wall 4, two windows 16 are provided which are closed with a cover 8, wherein the cover 8 is transparent to infrared rays, but prevents splashing water hits the infrared radiator 9 when showering , The cover 8 consists for example of glass, such as laminated safety glass or tempered glass.

In one embodiment, the window 16 or the cover 8 can be assigned, in the region of its upper horizontal edge, at least one flat nozzle which is acted upon by water and produces a film of water on the side facing the interior of the shower cubicle 1. This water film has the advantageous effect that the unwanted IR-B and IR-C radiation components (wavelengths above 1400 nm) are filtered out of the radiation emitted by the infrared radiator 9 and only the particularly favorable and advantageous radiation range IR- A radiation of 800 - 1400 nm enters the interior of the shower cubicle 1.

In the embodiment shown, it is assumed that the infrared radiator 9 are mounted on a (not shown) frame, which is slidably housed in the space provided in the side wall 4 in the direction of the double arrow 14. Thus, the frame can be pulled out with its front cover plate 10 by means of the handle 13 of the wall 4 to provide access to the infrared emitters 9. The frame on which the infrared emitter 9 are constructed can be pulled out of the wall 4 by hand with the aid of the handle 13. But there is also the possibility of a drive, e.g. a hydraulic, pneumatic or electric motor drive to provide for moving out of the frame in the manner of a pharmacist lift.

The space below the wall 4 in which the heat radiation emitting source, e.g. At least one infrared emitter 9, accommodated or accommodated, can be accessible through a door. The wall 4 may, in particular on its side remote from the water-operated device (shower cubicle 1) side with a shelf, are provided in the subjects and may optionally be closed with at least one door, be equipped. For example, utensils that are used in the water-powered device (shower cubicle 1) can be stowed away. So it is no longer necessary to keep ready these utensils in the shower cubicle 1 itself.

In Fig. 1 is still shown that on the cover plate 10, which closes the space to the front and which is disposed in its position in which the frame is inserted into the space in the wall 4, next to the door 5, a control panel 11th is provided with switches 12 and a control lamp 5 for the control of the infrared radiator 9. In an alternative, not shown, it may be provided that the space in the side wall 4 is accessible through a hinged door, wherein the hinged door may be provided, for example, on the side of the wall 4 opposite the windows 16 with cover 8.

In the embodiment shown in Figures 2 and 3 of a shower according to the invention in the form of a shower cubicle 1, the window 16 is provided with the cover 8 between the interior of the shower 1 and the source 9 for infrared radiation in a niche 21. In this case, the window 16 is arranged offset relative to the wall divider 23 to the space 7 in which the source 9 for infrared radiation is received, in the direction of the infrared radiator 9.

On both sides of the window 16 for infrared rays, back cushions 31 are provided in the exemplary embodiment shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, which unintentionally prevent the back from covering the cover 8 (eg made of glass, in particular tempered safety glass or laminated safety glass) in the window 16 , through which infrared rays enter the interior of the shower 1, touched.

Below the window 16 for infrared radiation, in the exemplary embodiment shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, a hinged seat 33 is provided which is accommodated in the folded-down position (see FIG. 3) in the recess (niche 21), that is to say in FIG Interior of the shower 1 does not protrude. The seat 33 may be adjustable in height in a preferred embodiment, for example, 21 guides for the seat 33 are provided on the side walls of the niche. The adjustment of the seat 33 can be done by hand by this snaps into the desired heights by locking by locking pins in holes in the side surface of the niche 21 or motorized adjustable (electric, hydraulic or pneumatic drive), in the latter case, the It is possible to store certain elevation positions in a memory so that they can be called up when needed. The height adjustment of the seat 33 makes it possible to adjust its height to the size of the device, namely the shower 1, using person.

The back cushions 31 are securable in (at least) two different elevations so that they once have a height orientation suitable for the use of the shower 1 by a standing person and once for the use of the shower 1 by a person sitting on the unfolded seat 33 , can be properly aligned. For this purpose, 21 fastening pins 37 are provided in the side parts 35 of the niche. The back cushions 31 carry, on their side facing the wall, metal rails 39 in which double-keyed holes 41 are provided off-center, as shown in FIG. By lifting the back pad 31 from the position shown in Fig. 3 until the mounting pins 37 reach the wider areas of the two double keyholes 41, the back pad 31 can be removed and after pivoting 180 ° (the first upper end passes after below and the previously lower end up) are hung again. Thus, the position shown in FIG. 3 in the position for a standing person can be changed into a position for a seated person, in which they protrude further down, since the double-keyhole-like openings 41 in the back cushions 31 off-center, so on the one hand End offset, are arranged.

The seat 33 may be associated with at least one armrest (not shown). The armrest 4 may be pivotable as well as the seat 33 in and out of a position of use. As can be seen from Fig. 2, the infrared radiation source (IR emitter) 9 is arranged in the receiving space 7 for the infrared emitter source 9 so as to be suspended substantially cantilevered. This also makes it possible to align the infrared radiator 9 simply to the particular desired height with respect to the passage window 16 for infrared rays. In addition, the infrared emitter 9 can be adjustable by horizontal (lateral) and / or in depth (perpendicular to the cover 8 in the window 16). The at least one infrared emitter 9 is arranged vertically adjustable in the space 7 of the wall 4, so that its height alignment, for example, to the height of the seat 33 can be adjusted or the height can be adjusted so that the orientation of the infrared emitter 9 for a sitting or standing person is correct.

In detail, the infrared radiator 9 is arranged on a guide 41, which is attached to a boom 43 on the intermediate wall 23. For the height adjustment, which can be done basically manually or by motor, a lifting cylinder 45 is provided in the illustrated embodiment. This cylinder 45 is, for example, a pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder. An electric motor drive for the height adjustment is also considered. If a motor drive for the height adjustment of the IR radiator 9 is provided, similar to that provided for the seat 33, certain height orientations can be stored in a memory and retrieved as needed. For example, the height adjustability of the infrared radiator 9 may be coupled to that of the seat 33, so that the height adjustment of the seat 33 of the infrared radiator 9 is moved to the correct position for a sedentary treatment. In addition, it is possible to make the height adjustment of the infrared radiator 9 depending on whether the seat 33 is unfolded in its active position or folded into its supply position. In Figs. 2 and 3 is still shown that the infrared emitter 9 is associated with a diaphragm 47, which prevents, when moved upwards infrared emitter 9 through the lower portion of the viewing window 16 in the technology in the room 7 insight possible is.

In addition, above the infrared radiator 9, since the space 7 will usually be open at the top for thermal reasons, a cover 49 is provided, which covers the entrance. prevent splash water from entering.

Figures 4, 5 and 6 show the spectral radiances of an infrared radiator 9 usable in accordance with the invention (Figure 4); 5 shows the spectral radiant intensity when the radiation emitted by the radiator 9 passes through a water film, FIG. 6 shows the spectral radiant intensity of an infrared radiator 9 when it is put into operation when using a shower 1.

In an embodiment, not shown, right and left of the window 16 for infrared rays, in particular outside the two areas in which the back cushions 31 are arranged, light sources (for example LEDs) are provided which the delivery of light, in particular of light with changing Color, are suitable to perform a light therapy. Similarly, the shower 1 may be associated with speakers (not shown) that may be used to deliver sound, particularly music, for performing sonic therapy.

Fig. 2 shows that the back cushions 31 are formed so that they engage around the inwardly facing edges of the niche 21, so have a corresponding recess. In this case, the metal rails 39 are arranged with the double keyholes 41 on the back cushions 31 so that the receiving bolts 37 by means of which the back pad 31 can be hung on the wall 23, on the narrow surfaces of the niche 21, ie the right and left of the window 8, facing each other , can be provided.

The power of the infrared source 9 (infrared radiator) may be adjustable, taking into account a stepwise or continuous adjustment, optionally in combination with a thermostat. The provided in the inventive arrangement heat source, which is combined, for example in a prefabricated component (box) optionally together with other facilities, such as water supply, a shower, nozzles and the like, can also be used as a unit for retrofitting existing used in conjunction with water facilities such Showers and Like. Be formed.

In the embodiment of a wall 4 shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, in which infrared emitters 9 are provided, more than one infrared emitter 9 is provided, in particular, as shown, three infrared emitters 9 (or else four infrared emitters), which are arranged behind the windows 8. Incidentally, the wall 4, as described in connection with other figures, be formed.

Instead of the three infrared emitters 9, it is also possible to provide a continuous infrared emitter 9 which is subdivided into at least two, in particular three or more than three, for example four, zones.

The embodiment of Figures 7 and 8 makes it possible to arrange the infrared emitters in the wall 4 stationary and to determine the height and the size of the area in which heat rays are emitted, characterized in that the one or other infrared emitters 9 or the one or other area of an infrared radiator 9 is put into operation. It is contemplated that more than one infrared emitter 9 or in a zoned infrared emitter 9 more than one zone thereof are simultaneously put into operation.

FIG. 9 shows an exemplary embodiment of a bath 50 in which infrared radiators 9 (indicated only schematically in FIG. 9) are assigned. It is understood that even with the embodiment of a bathtub shown in FIG. 9, 50 infrared radiators 9 are arranged behind windows 8. In the exemplary embodiment shown, three infrared emitters 9 are provided in the region of the bottom 51 of the bath 50 and another infrared emitter in the region of the top end 52 of the bathtub 50.

Also contemplated are embodiments of bathtubs 50 in which infrared radiators 9 are provided only in the area of the floor 51, as are embodiments in which infrared radiators 9 are provided only in the region of the head end 52 (or foot end) of a bathtub 50 are. Again, it is possible to take the infrared emitters 9 individually or at least two emitters 9 at the same time in operation. FIG. 10 shows a modification of the bath 50 of FIG. 9, in which the bath 50 is provided with a door 53 at the side. In addition, in the embodiment shown in FIG. 10, the bath 50 is associated with a wall 4 having three infrared emitters 9 arranged one above the other or an infrared emitter 9 with at least two zones or an infrared emitter 9, for example height-adjustable. The wall 4 is provided in the example of Fig. 10 in the vicinity of the area in which the entrance door 53 is arranged.

It should be pointed out that the wall 4, as described in connection with the other embodiments, may be executed. In a variant that is intended in particular for the hotel sector, the wall 4 as a so-called pretext be educated. Such pretexts are intended to demarcate the area of the bathtub from a vanity or other areas (eg in the toilet and / or bidet) of a bathroom in the hotel area. In the case of the embodiment of a bath 50 shown in FIG. 11, this consists, except for its head region 55, of transparent material, for example glass, wherein infrared radiators 9 are provided below the bottom 51, for example received in a channel-shaped space 57. The end thereof opposite the head end 55 of the tub 50 is formed by a wall 56, which may be the wall of a bathroom or a prewall (as described above).

The bathtub 50 can be combined with a shower.

FIGS. 12 and 13 show how IR emitters 9 can be arranged next to one another as heat-emitting sources. In this case, the outer IR emitter 9 may be inclined, so be aligned at an angle to the row of the other emitters 9. The row of IR emitters 9 opposite are arranged as front emitters further IR emitters to the IR emitters 9 of the series. Control boxes 4 for the control / operation of the IR emitters 9 are arranged between the IR emitters 9 of the row. In front of / over the IR emitters 9 of the row showers 2 are arranged. The controls for the arrangement, such as switches 35, are provided on the walls 4. The operating elements, and this applies to all embodiments, can also be designed as touch-sensitive switches (touch pedals). The arrangement shown in FIGS. 12 and 13 may be supplemented by at least one screen arranged in opposition to the row of IR radiators 9, a screen (for film or photographs) or other images.

In summary, an embodiment of the invention can be described as follows:

An arrangement comprises a shower cubicle 1 with shower fitting 2 and an infrared radiation source 9 arranged in a lateral wall 4. In the wall 4 windows 16 are provided with covers 8, which are transparent to infrared radiation. Thus, the shower cubicle 1 can be used for showering and / or exposure to infrared radiation. In the shower cubicle 1 is in a niche 21 in which the window 16 is arranged, a seat 33 is provided, wherein the side of the window 16 back cushion 31 are arranged vertically adjustable.

Claims

claims:

Arrangement, characterized by the combination of a device (1) which can be used in conjunction with water and at least one source (9) which emits heat rays into the region of the device (1).

Arrangement according to claim 1, characterized in that the source of heat is a source (9) for infrared radiation, in particular an infrared radiator.

Arrangement according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the water-use device comprises a shower (1), a swimming pool, a whirlpool, a steam shower and / or a bathtub (50), a whirlpool, a swimming pool, a steam shower, a shower, a toilet, a bidet or a combination of these is.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that between the heat radiation emitting source (9) on the one hand and usable in connection with water means (1) on the other hand, a window (16) for the passage of heat rays, in particular infrared rays , is provided.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the device which can be used in conjunction with water is assigned a heater, in particular a heater in the manner of a floor heating or a heater of a shower tray.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the heat radiation emitting source (9) is height adjustable and / or horizontally adjustable and / or adjustable in depth.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the device operated in conjunction with water, in particular the shower, is open at the top.

Arrangement according to one of Claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the device which can be used in conjunction with water, in particular the shower cubicle (1), is assigned at least one light source, in particular LED and / or at least one sound source, in particular music and / or audio, TV are. Arrangement according to claim 8, characterized in that the sound source comprises a structure-borne sound transducer which is arranged in the region of the window (16), in particular laterally next to the window (16) for the passage of heat rays, in particular of infrared rays.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the heat-emitting source, in particular an infrared radiator (9) and installations, such as showerheads, nozzles, water pipes and / or facilities for treating and / or heating water, for the water-operated device (1) and / or electronic components of the sound source in at least one component, in particular a cabinet, are installed, which is associated with the device operated with water (1).

Arrangement according to claim 9, characterized in that in the component, in particular the cabinet, at least one shelf is provided.

Arrangement according to claim 9 or 10, characterized in that the component, in particular the cabinet, at least partially made of transparent material, e.g. Glass, exists.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that the device to be used in connection with water (1) is a bathtub (50) and that the bath (50) is associated with at least one infrared radiator (9).

Arrangement according to claim 13, characterized in that infrared radiators (9) in the region of the bottom (51) and / or in the region of the head end (55) and / or the foot end (52) of the bath (50) are provided.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 14, characterized in that one above the other several heat radiation emitting sources, in particular a plurality of infrared emitters and / or a zone-divided infrared emitters are provided.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 15, characterized in that a plurality of arrangements with heat radiation emitting source (9) in a linear, angled or curved row are arranged side by side.

Arrangement according to one of claims 1 to 16, characterized in that heat radiation emitting sources (9), optionally offset, are arranged opposite one another.