EP2990558A1 - Wall building system and method - Google Patents

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EP2990558A1
EP2990558A1 EP14182688.3A EP14182688A EP2990558A1 EP 2990558 A1 EP2990558 A1 EP 2990558A1 EP 14182688 A EP14182688 A EP 14182688A EP 2990558 A1 EP2990558 A1 EP 2990558A1
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04C—STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS; BUILDING MATERIALS
    • E04C1/00—Building elements of block or other shape for the construction of parts of buildings
    • E04C1/39—Building elements of block or other shape for the construction of parts of buildings characterised by special adaptations, e.g. serving for locating conduits, for forming soffits, cornices, or shelves, for fixing wall-plates or door-frames, for claustra
    • E04C1/397—Building elements of block or other shape for the construction of parts of buildings characterised by special adaptations, e.g. serving for locating conduits, for forming soffits, cornices, or shelves, for fixing wall-plates or door-frames, for claustra serving for locating conduits
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2/28—Walls having cavities between, but not in, the elements; Walls of elements each consisting of two or more parts kept in distance by means of spacers, all parts being solid
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2/28—Walls having cavities between, but not in, the elements; Walls of elements each consisting of two or more parts kept in distance by means of spacers, all parts being solid
    • E04B2/36—Walls having cavities between, but not in, the elements; Walls of elements each consisting of two or more parts kept in distance by means of spacers, all parts being solid using elements having a general shape differing from that of a parallelepiped
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2002/0256—Special features of building elements
    • E04B2002/0265—Building elements for making arcuate walls

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  • the present invention generally relates to building construction, and particularly to a wall building system and method that includes a block for building walls and other structures without the use of mortar or other binding adhesives.
  • the wall building system is based upon a block for building walls and other structures.
  • the block may be fabricated from a single material, if suitable.
  • the block is formed with an external face member and an internal face member connected by an inner core, which has an outer surface formed with a concave profile.
  • the block is fabricated in one piece to enhance strength and stability.
  • Each face is provided with a continuous groove therearound.
  • the continuous grooves are adapted to receive locking elements therein to interlock the blocks. Utilizing a locking element eliminates the need for binding compounds, such as mortar, thereby greatly reducing labor and material costs. This arrangement allows a prototype wall up to three stories high to be built without the need for any additional supporting structure.
  • the configuration of the inner core will define channels and passages between the respective blocks to receive electrical wiring, plumbing conduits, and other utility items therethrough.
  • the block is fabricated from materials that have good insulating qualities, thereby allowing the block to be effectively employed in hot, cold, and humid environments.
  • the internal profile of the blocks is compatible for wooden, steel, or concrete skeletal structure.
  • the invention presents prefabricated construction blocks that are easy to assemble and allow the use of a dry-build method, thereby eliminating the need for adhesive binders.
  • the blocks are sturdy and comply with international building codes.
  • the blocks can be designed and fabricated in various shapes and sizes such that different architectural styles can be effectively accommodated. Alternative surfaces, such as wood, steel, or leather, could be applied.
  • the invention provides for improved elements thereof in an arrangement for the purposes described that are inexpensive, dependable and fully effective in accomplishing their intended purposes.
  • Walls in the system 10 comprise a series of prefabricated block elements 12 that are assembled layer by layer to form the wall.
  • Each block element 12 comprises an inner face member 14 and an outer face member 16 that are connected via a profiled core member 18.
  • Each face member 14,16 is provided with a continuous groove 20 around the face.
  • the core member 18 is designed in a concave profile so that channels or passages 22 are formed in the wall when the blocks 12 are assembled.
  • the core 18 is fabricated from materials having good insulation qualities.
  • the passages 22 permit the insertion of electrical wiring, plumbing conduits and the like during the assembly process.
  • the exposed surfaces of each face member 14,16 can be plastered and painted before assembly.
  • Connecting elements 24, preferably fabricated from steel, are inserted in the grooves 20 and interwoven between respective blocks 12 to lock the blocks 12 together.
  • the blocks 12 may be fabricated in various shapes and sizes. Examples of such variety are illustrated in Figs. 4 and 5 .
  • Fig 4 shows a wall 30 made from an assembly of triangular blocks 32.
  • Fig. 5 shows a wall 40 made from an assembly of respective curved and circular blocks 42,44.
  • Fig. 6 shows a block having concave faces, and
  • Fig. 7 shows a block having convex faces, respectively. It is emphasized that the blocks are not limited to the configurations shown and discussed above. The blocks can be designed in almost any geometrical shape (hexagonal, octagonal, etc.) to accommodate different architectural styles and aesthetic tastes.

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Abstract

A wall building system and method uses a block for building walls and other structures. The block is formed with an external face member and an internal face member connected by an inner core, which has an outer surface formed with a concave profile. The block is fabricated in one piece to enhance strength and stability. Each face is provided with a continuous groove therearound. The continuous grooves are adapted to receive locking elements therein to interlock the blocks. Utilizing a locking element eliminates the need for binding compounds, such as mortar, thereby greatly reducing labor and material costs.

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    BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. FIELD OF THE INVENTION
  • The present invention generally relates to building construction, and particularly to a wall building system and method that includes a block for building walls and other structures without the use of mortar or other binding adhesives.
    • 2. DESCRIPTION OF THE RELATED ART
  • Most building blocks used for wall construction and the like are made of brick, concrete, terra cotta, etc. and employ an adhesive, such as mortar, to bind the blocks together to form the wall structure. The applied architectural techniques utilized in this form of construction are labor-intensive, require extensive planning, and are relatively expensive. Recently, prefabricated building blocks made of composite materials have been utilized in an effort to minimize both labor and material costs. The construction industry would certainly welcome an improved composite building block having a specifically designed profile that would enhance building techniques, lower expenses and permit easily assembled wall prototypes. This also allows, for the first time, the opportunity to prototype a full house in a showroom, for example. Thus, a wall building system and method solving the aforementioned problems is desired.
    • SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
  • The wall building system is based upon a block for building walls and other structures. Although composite material is preferred, the block may be fabricated from a single material, if suitable. The block is formed with an external face member and an internal face member connected by an inner core, which has an outer surface formed with a concave profile. The block is fabricated in one piece to enhance strength and stability. Each face is provided with a continuous groove therearound. The continuous grooves are adapted to receive locking elements therein to interlock the blocks. Utilizing a locking element eliminates the need for binding compounds, such as mortar, thereby greatly reducing labor and material costs. This arrangement allows a prototype wall up to three stories high to be built without the need for any additional supporting structure. When the blocks are assembled, the configuration of the inner core will define channels and passages between the respective blocks to receive electrical wiring, plumbing conduits, and other utility items therethrough. The block is fabricated from materials that have good insulating qualities, thereby allowing the block to be effectively employed in hot, cold, and humid environments. The internal profile of the blocks is compatible for wooden, steel, or concrete skeletal structure.
  • Accordingly, the invention presents prefabricated construction blocks that are easy to assemble and allow the use of a dry-build method, thereby eliminating the need for adhesive binders. The blocks are sturdy and comply with international building codes. The blocks can be designed and fabricated in various shapes and sizes such that different architectural styles can be effectively accommodated. Alternative surfaces, such as wood, steel, or leather, could be applied. The invention provides for improved elements thereof in an arrangement for the purposes described that are inexpensive, dependable and fully effective in accomplishing their intended purposes.
  • These and other features of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following specification and drawings.
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    • Fig. 1 is an environmental, perspective view of a portion of a wall constructed in accordance with a wall building system and method according to the present invention.
    • Fig. 2 is a perspective view of a partial wall constructed in accordance with a wall building system and method according to the present invention, shown partially in section to show details thereof.
    • Fig. 3 is a perspective view of a rectangular building block in a wall building system and method according to the present invention.
    • Fig. 4 is a perspective view of a partial wall constructed with triangular-shaped building blocks in accordance with a wall building system and method according to the present invention.
    • Fig. 5 is a perspective view of a partial wall constructed with curved and circular building blocks in accordance with a wall building system and method according to the present invention.
    • Fig. 6 is a perspective view of a building block having concave faces in a wall building system and method according to the present invention.
    • Fig. 7 is a perspective view of a building block having convex faces in a building system and method according to the present invention.
  • Similar reference characters denote corresponding features consistently throughout the attached drawings.
    • DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
  • Referring to Figs, 1-3, the wall building system is generally indicated at 10. Walls in the system 10 comprise a series of prefabricated block elements 12 that are assembled layer by layer to form the wall. Each block element 12 comprises an inner face member 14 and an outer face member 16 that are connected via a profiled core member 18. Each face member 14,16 is provided with a continuous groove 20 around the face. The core member 18 is designed in a concave profile so that channels or passages 22 are formed in the wall when the blocks 12 are assembled. The core 18 is fabricated from materials having good insulation qualities. As indicated above, the passages 22 permit the insertion of electrical wiring, plumbing conduits and the like during the assembly process. The exposed surfaces of each face member 14,16 can be plastered and painted before assembly. Connecting elements 24, preferably fabricated from steel, are inserted in the grooves 20 and interwoven between respective blocks 12 to lock the blocks 12 together.
  • As mentioned above, the blocks 12 may be fabricated in various shapes and sizes. Examples of such variety are illustrated in Figs. 4 and 5. Fig 4 shows a wall 30 made from an assembly of triangular blocks 32. Fig. 5 shows a wall 40 made from an assembly of respective curved and circular blocks 42,44. Fig. 6 shows a block having concave faces, and Fig. 7 shows a block having convex faces, respectively. It is emphasized that the blocks are not limited to the configurations shown and discussed above. The blocks can be designed in almost any geometrical shape (hexagonal, octagonal, etc.) to accommodate different architectural styles and aesthetic tastes.
  • It is to be understood that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, but encompasses any and all embodiments within the scope of the following claims.

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  1. A wall building system, comprising a plurality of building blocks assembled in a layered pattern; each of the blocks having
    an inner face member spaced from an outer face member, the inner face member and outer face member having a perimeter, each of the face members having a groove formed along the perimeter of the face members; and
    a core member spanning the space between and connecting the inner face member to the outer face member.
  2. The wall building system according to claim 1, wherein each groove is continuous around each respective perimeter.
  3. The wall building system according to claim 1, wherein the blocks are fabricated from a composite material.
  4. The wall building system according to claim 1, wherein said core member has a concave profile.
  5. The wall building system according to claim 1, further including locking members disposed in each of the grooves for securing said blocks together.
  6. The wall building system according to claim 5, wherein said locking members are fabricated from steel.
  7. A wall building system, comprising a plurality of building blocks assembled in a layered pattern, each of the blocks being fabricated from a composite material and having:
    an inner face member spaced from and parallel to an outer face member, each of the face members having a perimeter each of the face members having a respective groove defined therein along the perimeter, each of the grooves being continuous around the perimeter; and
    a core member spanning the space between and connecting the inner face member to the outer face member, the core member having a concave profile.
  8. The wall building system according to claim 7, further including locking members disposed in each of the grooves for securing the blocks together, the locking members being fabricated from steel.
  9. A method of building a wall of composite building blocks, the blocks having faces defining grooves therein, the method comprising the steps of:
    positioning a plurality of the building blocks in a layered array, the building blocks being dry-stacked to form the layered array; and
    inserting steel locking elements in the grooves to secure the blocks to each other.
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