ES2368982B1 - ELECTROSOLDED WIRE AND TUBE MESH. - Google Patents

Abstract

Welded wire and tube mesh. It consists of wires in one plane, and a set of wires and tubes or only tubes in the other plane. The tubes can serve as wiring ducts in perimeter meshes, and can also be used to sensorize the mesh, leaving these systems hidden. The tubes can be placed in any part of the mesh causing the sensorization to be present in one or more tubes of the mesh. The mesh may be constructed based on flat mesh panels, in a mesh-only, framed form, as well as folds to stiffen it.

Description

For any other application.

Welded wire and tube mesh.

Technical sector

The invention falls within the technical sector of perimeter protection, more specifically in relation to security fences. State of the art or background

Currently, within the perimeter protection the sensorization of the enclosure acquires an important relevance. Existing electronic systems can be incorporated for the detection of vandalism, intrusion or destruction of the system.

One of the most studied aspects in this regard is the conduction of wiring, such as for video surveillance systems (cameras) or for the sensorization of the fence itself. The wiring for all these systems is currently made with electrical pipes, either buried next to the fence itself, or subject to the fence itself and with connection boxes every certain meters that vary depending on the system. In the case of sensorization, the cables are usually placed interwoven with the meshes that make up the perimeter fence, or simply concur along it and are held by means of staples, but do not do it inside.

It is known that in this sector there are many welded meshes with different shapes and openings for the same application since the interested party manufactures other meshes of this type.

The sensorization or ways of trying to determine if a perimeter protection is being assaulted is usually done by wiring interlaced with the mesh or stapled to it. There are many systems in the industry that capture vibrations, sounds, or signal cuts. All these systems are currently mounted on the mesh itself, but not inside.

It would therefore be desirable to obtain a system that could conduct the wiring through the fence in a hidden way so that it cannot be seen or manipulated by possible intruders.

Attached is an example of a widely used mesh for perimeter protection in prisons in the European Union. Object of the invention

The present invention relates to an electro-welded mesh constructed of wires (or solid rods) in one direction and in the other direction based on wires (or solid rods) and tubes. Or all wires in one direction and all tubes in the other direction.

This mesh has been the invention resulting from research and development in the perimeter security sector with which it brings great innovation, as it allows the construction of perimeter fences with sensor or wiring portability, either for this same purpose or for another , such as other systems added like CCTV. In the case of enclosure sensorization, it is hidden, making it impossible to know whether or not the system is sensorized. In case it is, it is hidden and consequently out of reach of the possible intruder.

The new product of the invention allows to carry built-in conduits, introduce wiring invisibly from the outside of the fence in addition to allowing the incorporation of hidden sensors through or inside them. Driving

The present invention is further complemented by the following examples, which are not intended to be limiting in scope. Examples

1.-When the product of the invention incorporates a vibration detection system with optical fiber wiring.

2.-When the product of the invention incorporates an intrusion detection system by means of micro-wiring, its use extended in the perimeter protection of prisons and sensitive infrastructures such as refineries, ports, airports, nuclear power plants, etc. Description of the drawings

Figure 1 is a plan view of the horizontal development of a mesh segment according to the invention.

Figure 2 is a perspective view of a mesh segment according to the invention in rear elevation foreshortening and floor profile.

Figure 3 is an enlarged detail in perspective of the previous figure.

Figure 4 is a partial perspective elevation of the mesh profile according to the invention. Preferred embodiment of the invention

In the drawings that are incorporated, an electro-welded mesh made of 4 mm diameter steel wire (1) has been chosen (Fig. 1).

In the drawings two tubes (2) of 6 mm in diameter have been incorporated and the wires (3) are 4 mm. The mesh network is 12.7 mm in one direction (4) and 76.2 mm in the other (5). This mesh measure is very common by not allowing you to climb it. The tubes (2) are arranged horizontally in the case of vertical figure in the case of Figure 2.

To adequately illustrate the invention, only a fragment thereof is represented. The widespread use of this type of mesh is usually done on panels of about 2.5 m. in width and any height. Detailed Exposure

The mesh (1) is formed in a plane based on rods (3) in one direction and in the other plane tubes

(2) and rods (3) or all tubes (2) perpendicular to the first rods (3). Both in one direction and in the other they can be arranged at any distance between them that will be determined according to the security to which the perimeter protection system is to be provided.

The diameter of the rods (3) and tubes (2) will also be conditioned to the level of security of the perimeter protection as well as the size of the mesh panels (1). The use of 3-6mm wire is common in the industry. Description of the industrial application

This product can be applied in a variety of industries. In the case of application of the mesh (1) to the construction of perimeter enclosures, it allows the portability of sensors or wiring (6) either for this same purpose or for another, making the sensorization can be present in one or more tubes (2) of the mesh (1). These tubes (2) can be placed in any part of the mesh (1) so that the sensorization can be present in one or more tubes (2) of the mesh (1) whether it is constructed based on flat mesh panels, in mesh only, framed,

or present folds to stiffen it. In the case of

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sensorization of the enclosure, this is hidden, not making it possible to know whether or not the system is sensorized, and if it is, it is undetectable and consequently out of reach of the possible intruder, as can be seen from the examples of the prototype represented in the drawings with built-in cable.

Once the nature of the invention has been conveniently described, it is stated for the appropriate purposes that it is not limited to the exact details of this exhibition, but on the contrary, it will introduce the modifications deemed appropriate, provided that alter the essential characteristics thereof, which are claimed below.

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Claims (6)

one.

Electro-welded wire and tube mesh characterized in that it is formed by wires (3) in one plane, and a set of wires (3) and tubes (2) or only tubes (2) in the other plane.

2.

Electro-welded wire and tube mesh, according to the preceding claim, characterized in that it has a series of tubes (2) that can serve as wiring ducts (6) in perimeter meshes (1).

3.

Electro-welded wire and tube mesh, according to claim 2, characterized in that these tubes (2) serve to sensorize the mesh (1) leaving these systems hidden.

Four.

Electro-welded wire and tube mesh, according to claims 2 and 3, characterized in that these tubes (2) can be placed in any part of the mesh (1) causing the sensorization to be present in one or more tubes (2) of the mesh (1).

5.

Electro-welded wire and tube mesh, according to claim 4, characterized in that these tubes (2) can be placed in any part of the mesh (1) causing the sensorization to be present in one or more tubes (2) of the mesh (1) Either it is constructed based on flat mesh panels, in the form of only mesh, framed, or present folds to give it rigidity.

SPANISH OFFICE OF THE PATENTS AND BRAND Application no .: 201000113 SPAIN Date of submission of the application: 02.02.2010 Priority Date: REPORT ON THE STATE OF THE TECHNIQUE 51 Int. Cl.: E04H17 / 00 (2006.01) RELEVANT DOCUMENTS

Category

Documents cited Claims Affected

X

FR 2873507 A1 (SFP SECURITY FENCE PERIMETER S) 27.01.2006, description; figures. 1-5

X

US 4586030 A (KLOSTERMANN HORST) 29.04.1986, description; figures. 1-5

TO

DE 8628290 U1 04.12.1986, description; figures. 1-5

TO

EP 0244824 A2 (MAGAL SECURITY SYSTEMS LTD) 11.11.1987, description; figures. 1-5

TO

GB 1602292 A (TINSLEY WIRE LTD) 11.11.1981, description; figures. 1-5

Category of the documents cited X: of particular relevance Y: of particular relevance combined with other / s of the same category A: reflects the state of the art O: refers to unwritten disclosure P: published between the priority date and the date of priority submission of the application E: previous document, but published after the date of submission of the application

This report has been prepared • for all claims • for claims no:

Date of realization of the report 19.10.2011

Examiner I. Rodríguez Goñi Page 1/4

REPORT OF THE STATE OF THE TECHNIQUE Application number: 201000113 Minimum documentation sought (classification system followed by classification symbols) E04H Electronic databases consulted during the search (name of the database and, if possible, terms of search used) INVENES, EPODOC, WPI State of the Art Report Page 2/4  WRITTEN OPINION Application number: 201000113 Date of Written Opinion: 19.10.2011 Statement

Novelty (Art. 6.1 LP 11/1986)

Claims Claims 4-5 1-3 IF NOT

Inventive activity (Art. 8.1 LP11 / 1986)

Claims Claims 1-5 IF NOT

The application is considered to comply with the industrial application requirement. This requirement was evaluated during the formal and technical examination phase of the application (Article 31.2 Law 11/1986).  Opinion Base.- This opinion has been made on the basis of the patent application as published. State of the Art Report Page 3/4  WRITTEN OPINION Application number: 201000113 1. Documents considered.- The documents belonging to the state of the art taken into consideration for the realization of this opinion are listed below.

Document

Publication or Identification Number publication date

D01

FR 2873507 A1 (SFP SECURITY FENCE PERIMETER S) 01/27/2006

D02

US 4586030 A (KLOSTERMANN HORST) 04/29/1986

2. Statement motivated according to articles 29.6 and 29.7 of the Regulations for the execution of Law 11/1986, of March 20, on Patents on novelty and inventive activity; quotes and explanations in support of this statement The object of the invention is an electro-welded wire and tube mesh. The problem to be solved is to solve the problems involved in incorporating wiring (corresponding among others to vandalism detection systems, intrusion, etc.) to the enclosures, since said incorporation is carried out by means of electrical pipes that can go alongside the fence, or subject to it, and even in the case of sensorization, the cables are usually intertwined with the mesh or subject to it but not inside. The proposed technical solution is a mesh that has rods in one direction and in the other (perpendicular) direction it has rods and tubes or all tubes. In this way it is possible to conduct the wiring in a hidden way through the pipes. It should be noted that the technical problem raised is already solved in the state of the art by means of solutions similar to that raised. In the state of the art, meshes are known that either horizontally or vertically have hollow tubes through which wiring or other devices are hidden, so that they cannot be seen externally. For the person skilled in the art, who knows these mesh configurations, it would not be a problem to solve the concealment of the wiring that will be used either for vandalism detection systems, any type of sensorization, etc., or any other application that require the use of conductor cable. For claim 1, document D01 is considered the closest state of the art. D01 discloses a welded wire and tube mesh that is made up of wires in one plane and a set of wires and tubes or only tubes in the other. D01 therefore anticipates the claimed features, so claim 1 is considered to be novel (Art. 6.1 LP 11/1986). Dependent claim 2 incorporates that the pipes can serve as cable ducting which is also anticipated by document D01, so claim 2 is not new (Art. 6.1 LP 11/1986). The dependent claim 3 incorporates that the tubes serve to sensorize the mesh, these systems being hidden, which is also anticipated by D01, whereby claim 3 is not new (Art. 6.1 LP 11/1986). Dependent claim 4 incorporates that the tubes can be placed anywhere in the mesh, causing the sensorization to be present in one or more tubes of the mesh. Although D01 does not anticipate these characteristics, it is not determined which are those parts of the mesh where the tubes are incorporated, nor are the tubes in which the sensorization is present, therefore no unexpected technical effect can be deduced and It would be a design variant that lacks inventive activity. For all the foregoing, claim 4 would be considered new (Art. 6.1 LP 11/1986) but would lack inventive activity (Art. 8.1 LP 11/1986). Dependent claim 5 would be considered, for the same reasons set forth for claim 4, a design variant without inventive activity. Therefore, it is considered that claim 5 would lack inventive activity (Art. 8.1 LP 11/1986). Document D02 discloses a wire mesh and tube that is formed by wires in one plane and a set of tubes in the other. These tubes are not used as wiring ducts but rather as light beams, but are suitable for use as wiring ducts. D02 therefore affects the novelty (Art. 6.1 LP 11/1986) of claims 1, 2 and 3, and the inventive activity (Art. 8.1 LP 11/1986) of claims 4 and 5. State of the Art Report Page 4/4