PT1024233E - PLATE ASSEMBLY PROFILE SYSTEM - Google Patents

Abstract

A system for fitting roof panels has a two part frame with the bottom frame (3) supported on the roof mountings and with a separate top frame (1) which clips into the bottom frame and clamps onto the edges of adjoining panels. The panels are fitted by first having the frame sections in an initial position for a loose grip. This enables the operator to slide the panels into position. The two parts of the frame are pulled together by threaded fasteners tightened from the underside of the frames, ie. under the roof. The frames are fitted with profiled edge strips which provide a watertight seal onto the panels.

Description

DESCRIPTION " MOUNTING PROFILE SYSTEM FOR PLATES "

TECHNICAL FIELD The invention relates to a system of mounting profiles for plates.

Current state of the art Numerous mounting profile systems for plates are known, particularly for plates made of glass or synthetic material, these systems being used for roofing. In these systems the mounting profiles serve to secure the boards to wooden or metal support structures and to connect them to form a continuous surface. The connection should provide a seal against water ingress. The tensions occurring within the synthetic material must also be compensated for because they have different thermal expansion than other materials. Also known are systems with which it is possible to mount plates of different thicknesses, partly using identical components (see for example the German utility model DE-U 297 19 885.8).

Known mounting systems generally require that in at least one of the last working stages, in which the connections are permanently attached, there is a need to step on the roof surfaces. This means that there is additional assembly work and, in addition to the existence of the danger of accident, there is also the danger of damaging the surfaces of synthetic material when treading them.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The object of the present invention is to provide a system of synthetic plaques which can be fixed onto an existing or bridging support structure between structures of this type and in which the various elements interact such that during assembly it is possible to prevent the roof surface from being stepped on.

This object is achieved by the adoption of a system of mounting profiles suitable to be mounted on an existing supporting structure or bridging between structures (U) and which is intended for the assembly of plates, namely plates made of synthetic material, (1), a lower profile (3) and possibly an intermediate profile (2), as well as securing elements (B) which are to be accessible or can be mounted on the underside of the plane of the plate (P ) and the usual sealing and / or fastening means, the upper profile elements (1), the lower profile (3) and the possibly existing intermediate profile (2) being dimensioned in such a way that they can be threaded together in a position 1, in which there is an intermediate space (Z) between the upper profile (1) and the lower profile (3), which space is larger than the thickness of the plate (P) to be mounted, the elements upper profile (1), the lower profile 3 and the intermediate profile 2 may be brought into position 2 by positioning, closing and tightening the fixing elements B in which the intermediate space Z is lowered in such a way that the plate (P) is firmly tightened. The invention is explained by the following figures, but not limited to the invention herein. 2

Fig. 1: an embodiment with wedge-shaped engagement profile, shown on the right in position 1 and on the strand in position 2. Fig. 2a: an embodiment with standby, in position 1. Fig. 2b 3a: a further embodiment Fig. 4b: a further embodiment Fig. 4b; Fig. 3b shows a further embodiment of Fig. a further embodiment

List of reference indexes: (1) Upper profile (12) Rubber sealing profile (13) Fitting for intermediate profile (14) Connector part (15) Male coupling profile (2) Intermediate profile (21) Head (22) Foot (23) Supplementary and complementary profile of the upper profile (24) Female coupling profile (3) Lower profile (31) Screw drills (32) Elastic arms (33) Gaskets (34) Waiting (35) ) Fitting (4) Wedge-shaped engagement profile (41) Waiting (5) Screw 3

(Ρ) = Plaque (Z) = Intermediate space (U) = Support structure

DISCLOSURE OF THE INVENTION The mounting profile system according to the invention is in principle suitable for mounting boards of all types, for example also glass plates, but nevertheless very especially plates of synthetic material, such as plates double with partitions, of polymethylmethacrylate or of polycarbonate. In the area where they are not supported the plates may also have a curvature or be vaulted in the manner of a dome. It should be understood that a plate is always mounted between or on two neighboring mounting profiles and spaced apart corresponding to the width of the plate. The basic principle of the invention is that the upper profile elements (1) and the lower profile (3) and optionally also an intermediate profile (2) are designed in such a way that they can be inserted into each other in a position 1, in which it is open an intermediate space (Z) between the side parts of the upper profile (1) and the lower profile (3), seen in cross-section, which profiles must tighten together the plate (P) to be assembled. This space is greater than the thickness of the plate (P) to be mounted. The intermediate space (Z) may for example be 2-5, preferably 1-3 cm larger than the thickness of the plate to be mounted, making it necessary also to take into account the thickness of the sealing profiles which may be fixed in the upper profile and / or the bottom profile.

By placing, closing and tightening a fastening element (B) accessible or mountable from the underside of the plane of the plate (P) the mounting system is brought to the position 2, in which the above mentioned intermediate space (Z) is reduced in such a way that the plate (P) is firmly tightened. Position 1 is therefore an intermediate state in the course of the assembly. Position 2 represents the final state of assembly, which is obtained in a final stage of this assembly.

The elements of the mounting profile system The mounting system consists of the upper profile elements (1), the lower profile (3) and possibly an intermediate profile (2), as well as fastening elements (B) which must be accessible or they may be inserted by the underside of the plane of the plate (P) and optionally further by the usual sealing or securing means.

The upper profile elements (1) and lower profile (3) have the function of tightening firmly the plate (P) to be mounted in position 2. As a rule, but not necessarily, the upper profile (1) and the lower profile (3) are equipped with the usual sealing means, for example sealing profiles based on those other profiles or embedded rubber sealing profiles. The lower profile (3) itself can, as shown in the embodiment according to fig. 1, contributes to bring the system of mounting profiles from position 1 to position 2, for which it will for example be provided with elastic arms. The lower profile can be fixed to the support structure by means of the usual fastening elements, these being for example screws. The intermediate profile 2 may be in the form of a separate component but may also be organically integrated into the upper profile 1 or the lower profile 3. It has the function of creating the necessary separation between the lower profile and the upper profile. In addition, a female engagement profile can also be for example integrated, which serves to bring the parts to position 2 (see Figures 2a and 2b). It is advisable to choose the materials for the upper profile and the lower profile and also for the intermediate profile, which is usually in the form of a separate part, in order to achieve thermal insulation. This is achieved for example when the upper profile is aluminum and the lower profile and / or the intermediate profile are made of synthetic material. The locking element (B), which is accessible from below, essentially has the function of carrying the upper profile, the lower profile and the intermediate profile which may be provided from position 1 to position 2 and tightening these elements firmly against each other , in such a way that the plate (P) to be assembled is immobilized and any existing seals are firmly tightened in order to seal. The fastening elements B which may be used may for example be screws, coupling, clamping or tensioning connectors or wedge-shaped engagement profiles.

Mounting of the securing system

As a general rule, the lower profile (3) is first secured to the support structure, for example by means of common fasteners, preferably screws, and then to seat the plate (P) on the side portions of two lower profiles (3). ) neighbors of one another. Then an intermediate profile (2) and the upper profile (1) can be inserted into the lower profile. The mounting system is now in position 1. By positioning, closing and tightening the fastening element (B), accessible and unserviceable from the underside of the plane of the plate (P), the mounting system is brought to the position 2. The plate (P) is then definitively mounted. This final stage of assembly can therefore be carried out from below or above the head of the assembler. 6

Therefore, it is not necessary to step on the surface of the roof, which would otherwise be unavoidable, in the case of large roof surfaces.

Less convenient but also possible is to first insert the intermediate profile (2) and the upper profile (1) into the lower profile (position 1) and insert the plate (P) laterally into the intermediate space formed between the lower profile and the upper profile . Since the lower profile and the upper profile are, however, normally provided with seals, this introduction of the plate (P) must be carried out with great precision, otherwise the plate is swirled in the intermediate space, which makes it difficult to enter .

Ordinary measures, in terms of width, may for example be 60 mm, in accordance with the support structure, the profiles being of any length, which may even be several meters, for example from 2000 to 7000 mm. By mounting plates on both sides the mounting spacing between the sheets of synthetic material will usually be about 20 to 40 mm.

Embodiment with wedge-shaped engagement profile (Fig.1) for mounting on an existing support structure

In an embodiment according to claims 3 to 5 the mounting profile system may be attached to a support construction (U), for example in the racks of a car shelter or in the porch of a porch. The plates (P) may then be secured together with the mounting profiles between two rafters or beams neighboring the support construction. The fastening element (B) used in this embodiment is the wedge-shaped engagement profile (4). The upper profile (1) is preferably made of aluminum. The intermediate profile (2) may for example be made of PVC or polyamide. The height of the intermediate profile corresponds to the thickness of the plates to be assembled. The thicknesses of ordinary solid plates or plates with multiple partitions are in the range of 10 to 40 mm. The lower profile (3) or the wedge-shaped engagement profile may be made of aluminum or synthetic material. The mounting profile system according to the claims is first secured in the longest on an existing support structure, for example on the beams of a vehicle shelter or a winter greenhouse, made of wood or metal. For this purpose the lower profile 3 is screwed by means of the screws 5 and the intermediate profile 2 inserted with its foot 22 into the socket 35. Each plate (P) to be mounted is laid on the elastic arms (32) of two neighboring lower profiles (3) and which have a spacing therebetween corresponding to the width of the plate. The upper profile (1) is then inserted into the head (21) of the intermediate profile (2). The mounting system is now in position 1 (see figure 1, right side).

The elastically flexible arms 32 of the lower profile 3 are raised by interposing a wedge-shaped engagement profile 4 such that this arm is brought together with the seals 33 to a horizontal position , with reference to the position of the synthetic plate, whereby the wait (41) and the complementary wait (34) of the previous one engage each other, the plate (P) being thus tightly clamped between the rubber sealing profiles (12) and the seals (33). The mounting system is now in position 2 (see figure 1, left side). It is not necessary to step on the surface of the roof during assembly, since the insertion of the wedge-shaped engagement profile (4) is effected from the underside of the cover. 8

It is clear that the mounting profile system of the type shown in FIG. 1 shows can be designed not only symmetrically, for fixing plates of synthetic material (K) on both sides, but also in the form of a terminal or cap piece, allowing to fix a plate (P) on one side only.

Embodiment with stand and screw (fig 2a, 2b), for a bridge-like assembly

In an embodiment according to claims 6 to 9 the mounting profile system is secured transversely, for example at an angle of 90ø or also at another angle, so as to bridge two or more existing support constructions . With regard to the construction of support, it can be for example the beams of a car shelter or a winter greenhouse (eg ridge and eaves beams). For fastening to the support construction, already known fastening elements are used, for example metal angles, metal shoes or the like. To serve as fastening element (B), according to the embodiment of claims 1 and 2, fastening screws (5) are used. The upper profile 1 is alternatively made of aluminum or synthetic material, for example PVC or polyamide. Preferably, the top profile 1 is produced so as to integrate a connector part 14 not closed in but opened in one of the lower corners (as shown in Figure 2). The connector part 14 is then slightly open and can be easily compressed to be inserted into the engagement profile 23. This makes the bonding of both parts even more solid. A profile with open connector part can also be produced with simpler tools. The upper profile further features rubber sealing profiles (12) and a male engaging profile (15) in the connector part (14). 9

The intermediate profile (2) is preferably made of aluminum to enhance its static resistance. The lower profile (3) is preferably made of synthetic material, to obtain a thermal cut. The geometry of the upper profile (1) and the intermediate profile (2) is adapted to the thickness of the plates to be assembled. The thicknesses of the common solid plastics or multiwall plates are in the range of 5 to 40 mm. It is more practical to first insert the intermediate profile (2) into the lower profile (3) and then fix the profile ends to the existing support structure. Thereafter, the plate to be mounted is mounted on the seals (33) of two neighboring lower profiles (3) and arranged with a spacing therebetween which corresponds to the width of the plate. The connector portion 14 of the upper profile 1 is then inserted into the engaging profile 23 of the intermediate profile 2, so that the male engaging profile 15 rests on the upper edge. The mounting system is now in position 1 (see figure 2a).

When tightening the screws 5, which in the present case correspond to the fastening elements B, these screws pull the upper profile 1 into the intermediate profile 2 until the male engagement profile 15 engages in the female engagement profile (24). The plate (P) is then firmly clamped between the rubber sealing profiles (12) and the seals (33). The mounting system is in position 2 (see figure 2b). It is not necessary to step on the roof surface, since the final assembly is carried out from the underside of the roof. It is clear that the mounting profile system of the type shown in FIGS. 2a, b show may be designed not only symmetrically, for fixing plates (P) on both sides, but also in the form of an end piece or a cap, allowing to fix a plate (P) on one side only. 10

FIG. 3a and 3b show systems of mounting profiles in which the fastening elements B are realized in the form of fastening connections, which in Fig. 3a can be rotated from position 1 to position 2 about a hinge of synthetic tape (F) and in FIG. 3b around a patella joint (D). FIG. 3a shows a preferred embodiment with an upper profile (1) and a lower profile (3), including an integrated intermediate profile, made from an extruded or injection molded synthetic material. In the lower profile (3) there are formed fastening elements (B) which serve as couplings and are connected to the lower profile (3) by means of narrow elastic and movable connecting bridges, known as tape hinges (F ) so as to form a single piece. The elastic arms 32 are also connected to the lower profile 3 by means of tape hinges F. FIG. 3b shows the same preferred embodiment, wherein the fastening elements (B) are connected to the lower profile (3) in the form of a snap connection, by means of a ball-and-socket joint (D) . The left side of each of Fig. 3a and 3b shows the mounting profile system in position 1, while the right side shows the mounting profile system in position 2. For greater clarity the mounting plate is not shown in those figures. The mounting profile system of FIGS. 3a and 3b may be brought from position 1 to position 2 by rotating the fastening element (B) by means of a tool, for example with the aid of a screwdriver, in such a way that this tool raises the movable arm ( 32) and it engages solidly between that arm and the lower profile (see the right side of Figures 3a-11

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or 3b, respectively). In this configuration the tape hinges and the synthetic material are designed in such a way that the rotary movement can be carried out without the material splitting or becoming puffed. The mounting profile system according to claims 1, 2, 3 and / or 10 may be combined with a wall fastening profile, this wall fastening profile being constituted by a wall connecting part (42, 43 ) and a mobile unit (44, 45), which are connected to one another by means of a hinge (S) and through a hinge (G), allowing several angular positions, and there are also seals (33) to provide a sealing by the upper side and fastening elements, in the form of snap-fit connections or in the form of a resilient sealing member (A), to provide a locking or a sealing from the underside. FIG. 4a and 4b show wall securing profiles which conform to the profiles of Figs. 3a and 3b (and also that of Figure 1), which profiles (Figures 4a) or allow (Figure 4b) the transition of the glazing plates from position 1 to position 2 and which create both the upper side as well as on the underside of the glazing plates an appropriate seal. FIG. 4a and 4b show variable geometry wall fastening profiles, comprising a wall attachment portion (42, 43) and a movable unit (44, 45) with sealing gaskets (33) and hinge (S). The mobile unit (44, 45) can be engaged by the hinge (S) so as to be able to move in a hinge (G) integral with the wall attachment part (42, 43). The wall fastening profile can therefore compensate for different angular positions of the plates. In Fig. 4a, the fastening elements formed in the part 44 are in the form of snap-fit connections R and are connected in such a way as to form a single part with the part 44, this is by means of thin elastic connecting bridges and tape hinges (F). In Fig. 4b, an elastic sealing member (A) serves to ensure tightness. The wall fastening profile of Fig. 4a can be brought from position 1 to position 2, by rotating by means of a tool the engagement by engagement (R). For this purpose the tape hinges (F) are dimensioned in such a way that the rotary movement can be performed without any breakage or cracking of the material from which they are made. FIG. 4a shows the mounting profile system in position 2. For clarity, the mounting plate has not been designed. The wall fastening profile of Fig. 4b is not actively lifted from position 1 to position 2. When the plate to be assembled is carried by the mounting profile system (see Figures 1, 3a or 3b) from position 1 to position 2, the elastic sealing member (A) compensates for the difference in thickness and seals the system from the underside. FIG. 4a and 4b show the securing profile to the wall in position 2. For clarity, the plate to be assembled has not been designed. The parts 42 and 44 are preferably made of synthetic material, for example of polyvinyl chloride. Parts 43 and 45 are preferably made from aluminum. The resilient sealing member (A) of FIG. 4b is preferably produced from an elastic synthetic material, which is co-extruded, for example silicone, rubber, EPDM, etc. L / sboa, August 13, 2001 OFFICIAL TE OF INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY A mounting profile system suitable for being mounted on an existing supporting structure (U) or bridging such structures and intended for the assembly of plates (P), in particular of plates made of synthetic material, (1), a lower profile (3) and possibly an intermediate profile (2), as well as fastening elements (B) which are to be accessible or can be mounted on the underside of the plane of the plate ( (1), the lower profile (3) and possibly the existing intermediate profile (2) are dimensioned in such a way that they can be threaded (Z) between the upper profile (1) and the lower profile (3), which space is greater than the thickness of the plate (P) to be assembled, the profile elements may be (1), the lower profile (3) and the intermediate profile (2) which may be provided by positioning, closing and tightening the fastening elements (B) to a position 2, wherein the intermediate space (Z) is so that the plate (P) is tightened firmly. Mounting profile system according to claim 1, characterized in that the fastening elements (B) are provided with screws, coupling, clamping or pulling connections or wedge-shaped engagement profiles. Mounting profile system according to any one of claims 1 or 2, suitable for mounting on an existing support construction (U), wherein 1 the upper profile 1 has laterally at least one of the sides of the rubber sealing profiles 12 and a recess 13 for an intermediate profile 2, the lower profile 3 comprises bores 31, for screws (5) intended to be fixed to the support construction (U) and at least one of the sides, resilient and flexible arms (32) with upwardly located side seals (33), lower side seals and a recess (35), the intermediate profile (2) comprises a head (21) that fits tightly in the socket (13) of the upper profile and a foot (22) that fits tightly in the socket (35) of the lower profile ( 3), the securing member B is a wedge-shaped engagement profile 4, which is wedge-shaped and is shaped to fit underneath the elastic arms 32 and which in addition comprises a wait (41) with a complementary configuration of the wait (34). Mounting profile system according to claim 3, characterized in that it has a symmetrical configuration, allowing plates (P) to be mounted on both sides. Mounting profile system according to claim 3, characterized in that it has an asymmetrical configuration, serving as an end piece for mounting a plate (P) on one side only. Mounting profile system according to any one of claims 1 or 2, suitable for an assembly bridging existing support constructions (U), wherein the upper profile (1) bears laterally on at least one side , rubber sealing profiles (12) embedded and 2 a connector part 14 with a male engagement profile 15 for insertion and engagement in the intermediate profile 2, the intermediate profile 2 comprises a engaging profile 23 which adapts to the upper part 1, and which has a female engaging profile 24 and a foot 22, the lower profile 3 is provided with bores 31 for screws 5 for fixing the upper profile 1 and the intermediate profile (2) and which enclose the foot (22) of the intermediate profile (2), said profile being further provided with upwardly located seals (33). Mounting profile system according to claim 6, characterized in that it has a symmetrical configuration, allowing plates (P) to be mounted on both sides. Mounting profile system according to claim 6, characterized in that it has an asymmetrical configuration, serving as an end piece for mounting a plate (P) on one side only. Mounting profile system according to claim 6, characterized in that the connector part (14) of the upper profile (1) is open in one of its lower corners. Mounting profile system according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the fastening elements (B) are embodied in the form of latching connections, which can be rotated from position 1 to position 2 around of a tape hinge (F) or a ball joint (D). Mounting profile system according to one or more of claims 1, 2, 3 or 10, characterized in that it is combined with a wall fastening profile, said wall fastening profile being constituted by a portion of (42, 43) and a mobile unit (44, 45), which are connected to one another by means of a hinge (S) and through a hinge (G), allowing several angular positions, (33) for the upper side sealing and fastening elements, in the form of snap-fit connections (R) or in the form of elastic sealing element (A), for a locking or a bottom-side seal. Lisbon, August 13, 2001 4