WO1997033095A1 - System for releasably attaching a block of material having resilient properties to a holder - Google Patents

System for releasably attaching a block of material having resilient properties to a holder Download PDF

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WO1997033095A1
WO1997033095A1 PCT/FR1997/000393 FR9700393W WO9733095A1 WO 1997033095 A1 WO1997033095 A1 WO 1997033095A1 FR 9700393 W FR9700393 W FR 9700393W WO 9733095 A1 WO9733095 A1 WO 9733095A1
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G09—EDUCATION; CRYPTOGRAPHY; DISPLAY; ADVERTISING; SEALS
    • G09F—DISPLAYING; ADVERTISING; SIGNS; LABELS OR NAME-PLATES; SEALS
    • G09F7/00—Signs, name or number plates, letters, numerals, or symbols; Panels or boards
    • G09F7/18—Means for attaching signs, plates, panels, or boards to a supporting structure
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16B—DEVICES FOR FASTENING OR SECURING CONSTRUCTIONAL ELEMENTS OR MACHINE PARTS TOGETHER, e.g. NAILS, BOLTS, CIRCLIPS, CLAMPS, CLIPS OR WEDGES; JOINTS OR JOINTING
    • F16B5/00—Joining sheets or plates, e.g. panels, to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them
    • F16B5/06—Joining sheets or plates, e.g. panels, to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
    • F16B5/0692—Joining sheets or plates, e.g. panels, to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips joining flexible sheets to other sheets or plates or to strips or bars

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  • the present invention relates to a removable fixing system for a block of material with elastic properties, such as polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam, on a support. It also relates to the applications of this particular fastening system, for the production of signaling structures or for the removable attachment of panels or accessories of all kinds.
  • the fastening system according to the present invention consists of a groove provided on one of the faces of the block of flexible material, or having elastic properties; this groove opens at the two ends of the block of material and its cross section is adapted to allow the latching of said block of material on a support in the form of a longitudinal profile.
  • the cross section of the groove or grooves advantageously corresponds to a portion of the cross section of the support profile.
  • the surface of the cross section of the groove or grooves is greater than half the surface of the cross section of the profile.
  • the groove or grooves have an omega cross section, for snap-fastening on a longitudinal section with round or oval section.
  • the block of material with elastic properties comprises at least one groove whose cross section is in the form of a circular segment, for fixing to a profile whose cross section is round; the depth of the groove is between the diameter of the profile and half of this diameter.
  • at least one longitudinal lug projecting is provided, either on the support profile, or in the groove of the block of material, to ensure the positioning and the locking in rotation of said block of material.
  • a longitudinal opening is arranged in correspondence on the other element.
  • the signage structure is advantageously made up of signage modules in the form of a letter (s), word (s), acronym (s), decorative element (s) or others ... applied on a block of material with elastic properties (such as polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam), or cut (s) from said block of material.
  • the front face of the material blocks is used to transmit information; their rear face has one or more grooves adapted to allow the latching on one or more support profiles. This effectively secures the various sign modules. These can be replaced or moved at will, quickly, manually and without using additional fixing parts requiring special installation tools.
  • the support of the signaling structure can be in the form of a trellis made up of at least two parallel longitudinal profiles, joined by regularly distributed transverse ribs.
  • the fixing principle presented above can also be used to serve as a removable hanging device for panels or all types of accessories.
  • at least one block of flexible material is used, one of the faces of which is secured to said panel or accessory, by any appropriate means (bonding for example).
  • the block of flexible material has, on another of its faces, at least one groove which opens at its two ends and whose cross section is adapted to allow the latching on a support in the form of a longitudinal profile.
  • a panel or a juxtaposition of panels of material with elastic properties such as polystyrene for example, is used, the rear face of which has at least one groove adapted to allow their snapping onto a support in the form of one or more longitudinal profiles, and of which the front face, at least, is covered with a coating adapted to the desired covering function.
  • This coating may consist of a decoration possibly protected by a resin; it is also possible to provide for the fixing of mirrors or even stone aggregates by means of suitable glues or resins.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating the principle of removable fixing according to the present invention, between a block of material with elastic properties and a support in the form of a longitudinal section;
  • Figure 2 is a cross section of Figure 1 along 2-2:
  • FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a signaling structure using the principle of removable attachment according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 5 shows another possible application of the fastening system, for hanging panels and more generally accessories of all kinds
  • FIG. 6 is a cross section of the fixing principle with a positioning lug.
  • the fixing principle according to the present invention uses a block or panel of material flexible 1, and more particularly having elastic properties, in one of the faces of which an omega 1 groove is arranged which allows the snapping onto a longitudinal profile 3.
  • Any type of flexible material can be used. Its nature will depend on the application (s) envisaged. Its elasticity properties are used, associated with an appropriate groove shape to ensure a removable snap-on on the profile 3, without deterioration and without requiring significant effort.
  • polystyrene foams expanded or extruded
  • synthetic polyurethane foams synthetic polyurethane foams
  • natural rubber are materials which are particularly suitable.
  • the longitudinal section 3 serves as a support element. It is made of rigid material (wood, aluminum, plastic, metallic, fiber / resin composite material, glass ). It is straight; its cross section is preferably round but it can also be oval or polygonal.
  • the shape and dimensions of the groove 2 are adapted to the support profile 3.
  • This groove 2 is made over the entire length of the block of flexible material 1 and it opens at the two ends of this block.
  • the surface of its cross section is greater than half the surface of the cross section of the support profile.
  • FIG. 1 to 3 there is shown a support profile 3 of round section.
  • the groove 2 made in the face 4 of the block of material 1 is in the form of a circular segment; its depth a corresponds substantially to three quarters of the diameter b of the profile 3.
  • This groove depth is in all cases between the diameter of the section 3 and half of this diameter; it depends on the elasticity of the material and the desired snap-on force.
  • the groove depth may be very close to the value of the profile diameter; for materials with little flexibility, the groove depth will approach half the diameter of the profile.
  • FIG. 2 the block of material 1 is shown separated from the profile 3.
  • the two elements are assembled by forcing the profile 3 to engage in the groove 2.
  • the distance which separates the two longitudinal edges 5 is less than the diameter of the profile 3.
  • the longitudinal edges 5 are deformed during the passage of the profile; once the locking has been carried out, they return to their stable position and then form retaining hooks (Figure 3).
  • the block of material 1 may have several grooves, identical or not, for positioning on several longitudinal sections.
  • the groove or grooves 2 are produced during the shaping of the block of material, or subsequently, by any suitable means.
  • hot-melt materials such as polystyrene for example
  • they can advantageously be obtained by cutting with a hot wire in the block of material.
  • the grooves 2 are arranged in the rear face of the block of material 1.
  • This block fixed on one or more profiles 3, is used for its intrinsic qualities (insulation for example), and / or to serve itself as a support element for signage, decoration or any type of accessory, via its front face.
  • the block of material can serve as a support for an appropriate accessory, by means of the latching grooves 2.
  • FIG. 4 A particularly advantageous application of FIG. 4 is shown. removable fixing principle according to the present invention, in the field of signage.
  • the signaling structure shown consists of a plurality of tubular profiles 3 arranged parallel to each other, adapted to serve as a support for a set of signal modules 6 provided with snap grooves.
  • the parallel tubular profiles, three in number in this case, are spaced from each other by means of transverse splices 7.
  • a support structure is thus formed which resembles a trellis 8 whose dimensions are adapted to the intended use .
  • the number of parallel sections 3 and the number of transverse joint bars 7 regularly distributed are a function of the application.
  • the modules are in the form of letters; their juxtaposition makes it possible to form words, brands, slogans or others.
  • the number of latching grooves made in the rear face of the blocks of material is a function of the size of the letters relative to the support trellis 8.
  • the sign modules can carry complete words, signs or decorative elements.
  • the signaling structure thus obtained is perfectly modular.
  • the delivered message can be modified very quickly and very simply.
  • the fixing can be ensured on a single support profile 3, but preferably at least two will be used.
  • the fixing principle according to the present invention can also be used for fixing panels, and more generally accessories of all kinds.
  • this fixing can be obtained by joining, for example by gluing, one or more blocks of flexible material 1 with the rear face of the panel or accessory 9.
  • the shape of the glued face of the block of material will depend on the configuration of the corresponding face of the panel or accessory 9.
  • the opposite face of the block of flexible material 1 has one or more snap grooves 2 which allow the attachment of said panel or accessory 9 on one or more support profiles 3.
  • this lug 10 can be arranged in the groove 2 of the block of material 1, over the entire length of this groove.
  • the support profile 3 with round section then has a longitudinal opening 11, of suitable shape, arranged in correspondence.

Abstract

A releasable attachment system consisting of a groove (2) in one side of a block of material having resilient properties (1), e.g. polystyrene or polyurethane foam. The groove (2) is open at both ends of the block of material (1) and has a cross-section enabling said block to be snapped onto a holder in the shape of an elongate shaped section (3). The system is useful for producing signalling structures or for fastening panels or accessories of all kinds.

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SYSTEME DE FIXATION AMOVIBLE D'UN BLOC DE MATIERE AREMOVABLE FASTENING SYSTEM FOR A MATERIAL BLOCK TO
PROPRIETES ELASTIQUES SUR UN SUPPORTELASTIC PROPERTIES ON A SUPPORT
La présente invention concerne un système de fixation amovible d'un bloc de matière à propriétés élastiques, genre mousse de polystyrène ou mousse de polyuréthane, sur un support. Elle concerne également les applications de ce système de fixation particulier, pour la réalisation de structures de signalisation ou pour l'accrochage amovible de panneaux ou d'accessoires en tous genres.The present invention relates to a removable fixing system for a block of material with elastic properties, such as polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam, on a support. It also relates to the applications of this particular fastening system, for the production of signaling structures or for the removable attachment of panels or accessories of all kinds.
Le système de fixation conforme à la présente invention est constitué d'une rainure aménagée sur l'une des faces du bloc de matière souple, ou ayant des propriétés élastiques ; cette rainure débouche aux deux extrémités du bloc de matière et sa section transversale est adaptée pour permettre l'encliquetage dudit bloc de matière sur un support en forme de profilé longitudinal. Selon une forme de réalisation intéressante, il est prévu plusieurs rainures parallèles aménagées sur l'une des faces du bloc de matière, pour permettre la fixation sur plusieurs profilés longitudinaux parallèles.The fastening system according to the present invention consists of a groove provided on one of the faces of the block of flexible material, or having elastic properties; this groove opens at the two ends of the block of material and its cross section is adapted to allow the latching of said block of material on a support in the form of a longitudinal profile. According to an advantageous embodiment, there are provided several parallel grooves arranged on one of the faces of the block of material, to allow attachment to several parallel longitudinal sections.
La section transversale de la ou des rainures correspond avantageusement à une portion de la section transversale du profilé support. De préférence, la surface de la section transversale de la ou des rainures est supérieure à la moitié de la surface de la section transversale du profilé.The cross section of the groove or grooves advantageously corresponds to a portion of the cross section of the support profile. Preferably, the surface of the cross section of the groove or grooves is greater than half the surface of the cross section of the profile.
Selon une autre caractéristique, la ou les rainures ont une section transversale en oméga, pour une fixation par encliquetage sur un profilé longitudinal à section ronde ou ovale.According to another characteristic, the groove or grooves have an omega cross section, for snap-fastening on a longitudinal section with round or oval section.
Selon une forme de réalisation particulièrement intéressante, le bloc de matière à propriétés élastiques comporte au moins une rainure dont la section transversale est en forme de segment circulaire, pour la fixation sur un profilé dont la section transversale est ronde ; la profondeur de la rainure est comprise entre le diamètre du profilé et la moitié de ce diamètre. Selon une autre caractéristique, on prévoit au moins un ergot longitudinal en saillie, soit sur le profilé support, soit dans la rainure du bloc de matière, pour assurer le positionnement et le verrouillage en rotation dudit bloc de matière. Dans ce cas, une ouverture longitudinale est aménagée en correspondance sur l'autre élément.According to a particularly advantageous embodiment, the block of material with elastic properties comprises at least one groove whose cross section is in the form of a circular segment, for fixing to a profile whose cross section is round; the depth of the groove is between the diameter of the profile and half of this diameter. According to another characteristic, at least one longitudinal lug projecting is provided, either on the support profile, or in the groove of the block of material, to ensure the positioning and the locking in rotation of said block of material. In this case, a longitudinal opening is arranged in correspondence on the other element.
Ce principe de fixation trouve une application particulièrement intéressante dans le domaine de la signalétique, pour localiser un emplacement, transmettre une information ou agrémenter un lieu. Dans ce cas, la structure de signalisation est avantageusement constituée de modules signalétiques en forme de lettre(s), mot(s), sigle(s), élément(s) de décor ou autres ... appliqué(s) sur un bloc de matière à propriétés élastiques (genre mousse de polystyrène ou mousse de polyuréthane), ou découpé(s) dans ledit bloc de matière. La face avant des blocs de matière est utilisée pour transmettre l'information ; leur face arrière comporte une ou plusieurs rainures adaptées pour permettre l'encliquetage sur un ou plusieurs profilés supports. On obtient ainsi une fixation efficace des différents modules signalétiques. Ces derniers peuvent être remplacés ou déplacés à volonté, de façon rapide, manuellement et sans utiliser de pièces complémentaires de fixation nécessitant un outillage de pose particulier.This fixing principle finds a particularly interesting application in the signage field, for locating a location, transmitting information or decorating a location. In this case, the signage structure is advantageously made up of signage modules in the form of a letter (s), word (s), acronym (s), decorative element (s) or others ... applied on a block of material with elastic properties (such as polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam), or cut (s) from said block of material. The front face of the material blocks is used to transmit information; their rear face has one or more grooves adapted to allow the latching on one or more support profiles. This effectively secures the various sign modules. These can be replaced or moved at will, quickly, manually and without using additional fixing parts requiring special installation tools.
Le support de la structure de signalisation peut se présenter sous la forme d'un treillis constitué d'au moins deux profilés longitudinaux parallèles, solidarisés par des éclisses transversales régulièrement réparties. Le principe de fixation présenté ci-avant peut également être utilisé pour servir de dispositif d'accrochage amovible pour des panneaux ou tous types d'accessoires. Dans ce cas, on utilise au moins un bloc de matière souple dont l'une des faces est solidarisée avec ledit panneau ou accessoire, par tout moyen approprié (collage par exemple). Le bloc de matière souple comporte, sur une autre de ses faces, au moins une rainure qui débouche à ses deux extrémités et dont la section transversale est adaptée pour permettre l'encliquetage sur un support en forme de profilé longitudinal.The support of the signaling structure can be in the form of a trellis made up of at least two parallel longitudinal profiles, joined by regularly distributed transverse ribs. The fixing principle presented above can also be used to serve as a removable hanging device for panels or all types of accessories. In this case, at least one block of flexible material is used, one of the faces of which is secured to said panel or accessory, by any appropriate means (bonding for example). The block of flexible material has, on another of its faces, at least one groove which opens at its two ends and whose cross section is adapted to allow the latching on a support in the form of a longitudinal profile.
On peut aussi envisager des applications dans le domaine du parement de façades, murs, cloisons intérieures ou toute autre paroi. Pour cela, on utilise un panneau ou une juxtaposition de panneaux de matière à propriétés élastiques, tel que le polystyrène par exemple, dont la face arrière comporte au moins une rainure adaptée pour permettre leur encliquetage sur un support en forme d'un ou de plusieurs profilés longitudinaux, et dont la face avant, au moins, est recouverte d'un revêtement adapté à la fonction d'habillage recherchée. Ce revêtement peut consister en un décor éventuellement protégé par une résine ; on peut aussi prévoir la fixation de miroirs ou même d'agrégats de pierre au moyen de colles ou de résines adaptées.One can also envisage applications in the field of facing facades, walls, interior partitions or any other wall. For this, a panel or a juxtaposition of panels of material with elastic properties, such as polystyrene for example, is used, the rear face of which has at least one groove adapted to allow their snapping onto a support in the form of one or more longitudinal profiles, and of which the front face, at least, is covered with a coating adapted to the desired covering function. This coating may consist of a decoration possibly protected by a resin; it is also possible to provide for the fixing of mirrors or even stone aggregates by means of suitable glues or resins.
Mais l'invention sera encore illustrée, sans être aucunement limitée, par la description suivante de différents modes de réalisation, donnés uniquement à titre d'exemples et représentés sur les dessins annexés dans lesquels :However, the invention will be further illustrated, without being in any way limited, by the following description of various embodiments, given solely by way of examples and represented in the appended drawings in which:
- la figure 1 est une vue en perspective illustrant le principe de fixation amovible conforme à la présente invention, entre un bloc de matière à propriétés élastiques et un support en forme de profilé longitudinal ;- Figure 1 is a perspective view illustrating the principle of removable fixing according to the present invention, between a block of material with elastic properties and a support in the form of a longitudinal section;
- la figure 2 est une coupe transversale de la figure 1 selon 2-2 :- Figure 2 is a cross section of Figure 1 along 2-2:
- la figure 3 montre l'assemblage du bloc de matière avec le profilé longitudinal ;- Figure 3 shows the assembly of the material block with the longitudinal section;
- la figure 4 est une vue en perspective d'une structure de signalisation utilisant le principe de fixation amovible conforme à la présente invention ;- Figure 4 is a perspective view of a signaling structure using the principle of removable attachment according to the present invention;
- la figure 5 montre une autre application possible du système de fixation, pour l'accrochage de panneaux et plus généralement d'accessoires en tous genres ;- Figure 5 shows another possible application of the fastening system, for hanging panels and more generally accessories of all kinds;
- la figure 6 est une coupe transversale du principe de fixation avec un ergot de positionnement.- Figure 6 is a cross section of the fixing principle with a positioning lug.
Tel que représenté sur les figures 1 à 3, le principe de fixation conforme à la présente invention utilise un bloc ou panneau de matière souple 1 , et plus particulièrement ayant des propriétés élastiques, dans l'une des faces duquel est aménagée une rainure en oméga 1 qui permet l'encliquetage sur un profilé longitudinal 3.As shown in Figures 1 to 3, the fixing principle according to the present invention uses a block or panel of material flexible 1, and more particularly having elastic properties, in one of the faces of which an omega 1 groove is arranged which allows the snapping onto a longitudinal profile 3.
Tout type de matériau souple peut être utilisé. Sa nature sera fonction de la ou des applications envisagées. On utilise ses propriétés d'élasticité associées à une forme de rainure appropriée pour assurer un encliquetage amovible sur le profilé 3, sans détérioration et sans nécessiter d'efforts importants.Any type of flexible material can be used. Its nature will depend on the application (s) envisaged. Its elasticity properties are used, associated with an appropriate groove shape to ensure a removable snap-on on the profile 3, without deterioration and without requiring significant effort.
A titre indicatif, les mousses de polystyrène (expansé ou extrudé), les mousses synthétiques type polyuréthane et le caoutchouc naturel sont des matériaux qui conviennent particulièrement bien.As an indication, polystyrene foams (expanded or extruded), synthetic polyurethane foams and natural rubber are materials which are particularly suitable.
Le profilé longitudinal 3 sert d'élément support. Il est réalisé en matériau rigide (bois, aluminium, matière plastique, métallique, matériau composite fibres/résine, verre ...). Il est rectiligne ; sa section transversale est de préférence ronde mais elle peut également être ovale ou polygonale.The longitudinal section 3 serves as a support element. It is made of rigid material (wood, aluminum, plastic, metallic, fiber / resin composite material, glass ...). It is straight; its cross section is preferably round but it can also be oval or polygonal.
La forme et les dimensions de la rainure 2 sont adaptées au profilé support 3. Cette rainure 2 est réalisée sur toute la longueur du bloc de matière souple 1 et elle débouche aux deux extrémités de ce bloc. D'autre part, pour permettre l'encliquetage, la surface de sa section transversale est supérieure à la moitié de la surface de la section transversale du profilé support.The shape and dimensions of the groove 2 are adapted to the support profile 3. This groove 2 is made over the entire length of the block of flexible material 1 and it opens at the two ends of this block. On the other hand, to allow the latching, the surface of its cross section is greater than half the surface of the cross section of the support profile.
Sur les figures 1 à 3, on a représenté un profilé support 3 de section ronde. La rainure 2 réalisée dans la face 4 du bloc de matière 1 est en forme de segment circulaire ; sa profondeur a correspond sensiblement aux trois quarts du diamètre b du profilé 3.In Figures 1 to 3, there is shown a support profile 3 of round section. The groove 2 made in the face 4 of the block of material 1 is in the form of a circular segment; its depth a corresponds substantially to three quarters of the diameter b of the profile 3.
Cette profondeur de rainure est dans tous les cas comprise entre le diamètre du profilé 3 et la moitié de ce diamètre ; elle dépend de l'élasticité du matériau et de la force d'encliquetage désirée. Pour des matériaux très souples, très facilement déformables, la profondeur de rainure pourra être très proche de la valeur du diamètre du profilé ; pour des matériaux ayant peu de souplesse, la profondeur de rainure se rapprochera de la moitié du diamètre du profilé.This groove depth is in all cases between the diameter of the section 3 and half of this diameter; it depends on the elasticity of the material and the desired snap-on force. For very flexible, very easily deformable materials, the groove depth may be very close to the value of the profile diameter; for materials with little flexibility, the groove depth will approach half the diameter of the profile.
A titre indicatif, pour du polystyrène expansé à 19 kg/"13, on obtient un encliquetage amovible efficace avec une profondeur de rainure voisine des trois quarts du diamètre du profilé, comme cela apparaît sur les figures 1 à 3.As an indication, for expanded polystyrene at 19 kg / " 13 , an effective removable snap is obtained with a groove depth close to three quarters of the profile diameter, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 3.
Sur la figure 2, on a représenté le bloc de matière 1 désolidarisé du profilé 3. L'assemblage des deux éléments s'effectue en forçant le profilé 3 à s'engager dans la rainure 2. La distance qui sépare les deux arêtes longitudinales 5 est inférieure au diamètre du profilé 3. Les arêtes longitudinales 5 se déforment lors du passage du profilé ; une fois l'encliquetage réalisé, elles reprennent leur position stable et forment alors des crochets de retenue (figure 3).In FIG. 2, the block of material 1 is shown separated from the profile 3. The two elements are assembled by forcing the profile 3 to engage in the groove 2. The distance which separates the two longitudinal edges 5 is less than the diameter of the profile 3. The longitudinal edges 5 are deformed during the passage of the profile; once the locking has been carried out, they return to their stable position and then form retaining hooks (Figure 3).
Le bloc de matière 1 peut comporter plusieurs rainures, identiques ou non, pour le positionnement sur plusieurs profilés longitudinaux.The block of material 1 may have several grooves, identical or not, for positioning on several longitudinal sections.
La ou les rainures 2 sont réalisées lors de la mise en forme du bloc de matière, ou postérieurement, par tout moyen approprié. Pour les matériaux thermofusibles (comme le polystyrène par exemple) elles peuvent avantageusement être obtenues par découpage au fil chaud dans le bloc de matière.The groove or grooves 2 are produced during the shaping of the block of material, or subsequently, by any suitable means. For hot-melt materials (such as polystyrene for example) they can advantageously be obtained by cutting with a hot wire in the block of material.
Pour la plupart des applications de ce principe de fixation amovible, les rainures 2 sont aménagées dans la face arrière du bloc de matière 1. Ce bloc, fixé sur un ou plusieurs profilés 3, est utilisé pour ses qualités intrinsèques (isolation par exemple), et/ou pour servir lui-même d'élément support à une signalétique, à une décoration ou à tout type d'accessoire, par l'intermédiaire de sa face avant.For most applications of this removable fixing principle, the grooves 2 are arranged in the rear face of the block of material 1. This block, fixed on one or more profiles 3, is used for its intrinsic qualities (insulation for example), and / or to serve itself as a support element for signage, decoration or any type of accessory, via its front face.
Dans le cadre d'applications plus marginales, selon le même principe, le bloc de matière peut servir de support pour un accessoire approprié, par l'intermédiaire des rainures d'encliquetage 2. On a représenté sur la figure 4 une application particulièrement intéressante du principe de fixation amovible conforme à la présente invention, dans le domaine de la signalétique. La structure de signalisation représentée est constituée d'une pluralité de profilés tubulaires 3 disposés parallèlement les uns aux autres, adaptés pour servir de support à un ensemble de modules signalétiques 6 munis de rainures d'encliquetage. Les profilés tubulaires parallèles, au nombre de trois dans le cas présent, sont espacés les uns des autres au moyen d'éclisses transversales 7. On forme ainsi une structure support qui ressemble à un treillis 8 dont les dimensions sont adaptées à l'utilisation envisagée. Dans le même esprit, le nombre de profilés parallèles 3 et le nombre d'éclisses transversales 7 régulièrement réparties, sont fonction de l'application.In the context of more marginal applications, according to the same principle, the block of material can serve as a support for an appropriate accessory, by means of the latching grooves 2. A particularly advantageous application of FIG. 4 is shown. removable fixing principle according to the present invention, in the field of signage. The signaling structure shown consists of a plurality of tubular profiles 3 arranged parallel to each other, adapted to serve as a support for a set of signal modules 6 provided with snap grooves. The parallel tubular profiles, three in number in this case, are spaced from each other by means of transverse splices 7. A support structure is thus formed which resembles a trellis 8 whose dimensions are adapted to the intended use . In the same spirit, the number of parallel sections 3 and the number of transverse joint bars 7 regularly distributed, are a function of the application.
Dans le cas d'espèce représenté, les modules sont en forme de lettres ; leur juxtaposition permet de former des mots, marques, slogans ou autres.In the present case, the modules are in the form of letters; their juxtaposition makes it possible to form words, brands, slogans or others.
Tel qu'on l'a représenté sur la gauche de la figure 4, on peut utiliser des blocs de matière parallélépipédiques, sur la face avant desquels on a appliqué la lettre (peinture, collage d'une lettre prédécoupée ...). On peut aussi découper les contours de la lettre correspondante dans le bloc de matière, par une technique au fil chaud par exemple, si on utilise un matériau thermofusible. De telles lettres découpées sont illustrées sur la droite de la figure 4.As shown on the left in Figure 4, we can use blocks of parallelepiped material, on the front of which we applied the letter (paint, collage of a pre-cut letter ...). You can also cut the contours of the corresponding letter in the block of material, using a hot wire technique for example, if you use a hot-melt material. Such cut letters are illustrated on the right of Figure 4.
Le nombre de rainures d'encliquetage réalisées dans la face arrière des blocs de matière est fonction de la grandeur des lettres par rapport au treillis support 8.The number of latching grooves made in the rear face of the blocks of material is a function of the size of the letters relative to the support trellis 8.
De la même manière, les modules signalétiques peuvent porter des mots complets, des signes ou des éléments de décors.In the same way, the sign modules can carry complete words, signs or decorative elements.
La structure de signalisation ainsi obtenue est parfaitement modulable. Le message délivré peut être modifié très rapidement et de façon très simple.The signaling structure thus obtained is perfectly modular. The delivered message can be modified very quickly and very simply.
Dans le cas de textes ou de décors sur une seule ligne, la fixation peut être assurée sur un seul profilé support 3, mais on en utilisera de préférence au moins deux. On peut aussi envisager des panneaux multilignes ou sur colonne(s), avec un jeu adapté de profilés parallèles.In the case of texts or decorations on a single line, the fixing can be ensured on a single support profile 3, but preferably at least two will be used. We can also consider multi-line panels or column (s), with a suitable set of parallel profiles.
D'une manière générale, les formes, les diamètres, les quantités de profilés et les espaces entre les profilés seront adaptables aux diverses applications.In general, the shapes, diameters, quantities of profiles and the spaces between the profiles will be adaptable to various applications.
Le principe de fixation conforme à la présente invention peut aussi être utilisé pour la fixation de panneaux, et plus généralement d'accessoires en tous genres.The fixing principle according to the present invention can also be used for fixing panels, and more generally accessories of all kinds.
Conformément au mode de réalisation illustré sur la figure 5, cette fixation peut être obtenue en solidarisant par collage par exemple, un ou plusieurs blocs de matière souple 1 avec la face postérieure du panneau ou accessoire 9. La forme de la face collée du bloc de matière sera fonction de la configuration de la face correspondante du panneau ou accessoire 9. La face opposée du bloc de matière souple 1 comporte une ou plusieurs rainures d'encliquetage 2 qui permettent l'accrochage dudit panneau ou accessoire 9 sur un ou plusieurs profilés supports 3.In accordance with the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 5, this fixing can be obtained by joining, for example by gluing, one or more blocks of flexible material 1 with the rear face of the panel or accessory 9. The shape of the glued face of the block of material will depend on the configuration of the corresponding face of the panel or accessory 9. The opposite face of the block of flexible material 1 has one or more snap grooves 2 which allow the attachment of said panel or accessory 9 on one or more support profiles 3.
Pour les différentes applications, et en particulier si on utilise un seul profilé support à section ronde pour l'accrochage du bloc de matière, on peut prévoir ia présence d'un ergot de positionnement assurant un verrouillage en rotation.For the various applications, and in particular if a single support profile with a round section is used for attaching the block of material, provision may be made for the presence of a positioning lug ensuring a locking in rotation.
Tel qu'on l'a représenté sur la figure 6, cet ergot 10 peut être aménagé dans la rainure 2 du bloc de matière 1 , sur toute la longueur de cette rainure. Le profilé support 3 à section ronde comporte alors une ouverture longitudinale 11 , de forme adaptée, aménagée en correspondance.As shown in Figure 6, this lug 10 can be arranged in the groove 2 of the block of material 1, over the entire length of this groove. The support profile 3 with round section then has a longitudinal opening 11, of suitable shape, arranged in correspondence.
Dans une configuration équivalente, on peut aussi envisager la présence de l'ergot de positionnement en saillie sur le profilé 3, avec une ouverture adaptée dans la rainure 2 du bloc de matière 1. In an equivalent configuration, it is also possible to envisage the presence of the projecting positioning lug on the profile 3, with an adapted opening in the groove 2 of the block of material 1.

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- REVENDICATIONS - 1 - Système de fixation amovible, sur un support, d'un bloc de matière à propriétés élastiques (1), genre mousse de polystyrène ou mousse de polyuréthane par exemple, caractérisé en ce qu'il est constitué d'une rainure (2) aménagée sur l'une des faces (4) du bloc de matière (1) et qui débouche aux deux extrémités dudit bloc (1), la section transversale de cette rainure (2) étant adaptée pour permettre l'encliquetage dudit bloc de matière (1) sur un support en forme de profilé longitudinal (3). - CLAIMS - 1 - Removable fixing system, on a support, of a block of material with elastic properties (1), such as polystyrene foam or polyurethane foam for example, characterized in that it consists of a groove (2) arranged on one of the faces (4) of the block of material (1) and which opens at both ends of said block (1), the cross section of this groove (2) being adapted to allow the latching of said block of material (1) on a support in the form of a longitudinal profile (3).
2.- Système de fixation selon la revendication 1 , caractérisé en ce que le bloc de matière (1) comporte plusieurs rainures (2) parallèles pour une fixation sur plusieurs profilés longitudinaux (3) parallèles.2.- fastening system according to claim 1, characterized in that the material block (1) comprises several grooves (2) parallel for fixing on several longitudinal sections (3) parallel.
3.- Système de fixation selon la revendication 2, caractérisé en ce que la section transversale de la rainure (2) correspond à une portion de la section transversale du profilé support (3). 3. A fastening system according to claim 2, characterized in that the cross section of the groove (2) corresponds to a portion of the cross section of the support profile (3).
4.- Système de fixation selon l'une quelconque des revendications4.- fastening system according to any one of claims
2 ou 3, caractérisé en ce que la surface de la section transversale de la rainure (2) est supérieure à la moitié de la surface de la section transversale du profilé support (3).2 or 3, characterized in that the area of the cross section of the groove (2) is greater than half the area of the cross section of the support profile (3).
5.- Système de fixation selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, caractérisé en ce que le bloc de matière (1) comporte au moins une rainure (2) dont la section transversale est en oméga, pour la fixation sur un profilé (3) à section transversale ronde ou ovale.5.- fastening system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the material block (1) comprises at least one groove (2) whose cross section is omega, for fixing on a profile (3) with round or oval cross section.
6.- Système de fixation selon la revendication 5, caractérisé en ce que le bloc de matière (1) comporte au moins une rainure (2) dont la section transversale est en forme de segment circulaire, pour la fixation sur un profilé (3) dont la section transversale est ronde, la profondeur de ladite rainure (2) étant comprise entre le diamètre dudit profilé (3) et la moitié de ce diamètre.6. A fastening system according to claim 5, characterized in that the material block (1) comprises at least one groove (2) whose cross section is in the form of a circular segment, for fixing to a profile (3) the cross section of which is round, the depth of said groove (2) being between the diameter of said profile (3) and half of this diameter.
7.- Système de fixation §elon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte un ergot longitudinal (10) de positionnement, soit sur le profilé support (3), soit dans la rainure (2) du bloc de matière (1), lequel ergot de positionnement (10) coopère avec une ouverture longitudinale (11) aménagée en correspondance sur l'autre élément, pour assurer un verrouillage en rotation dudit bloc de matière (1). 7.- fixing system § according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that it comprises a longitudinal lug (10) for positioning, either on the support profile (3), or in the groove (2) of the material block (1), which positioning lug (10) cooperates with a longitudinal opening (11) arranged in correspondence on the other element, to ensure a locking in rotation of said block of material (1).
8.- Structure de signalisation constituée de modules signalétiques (6) en forme de lettre(s), mot(s), sigle(s), élément(s) de décor ou autres... appliqué(s) sur un bloc de matière à propriétés élastiques, ou découpé(s) dans ledit bloc de matière, caractérisée en ce que lesdits modules signalétiques (6) comportent, sur leur face arrière au moins, une rainure (2) adaptée pour permettre leur encliquetage sur un support en forme d'un ou de plusieurs profilés longitudinaux (3), pour obtenir un système de fixation conforme à l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7.8.- Signaling structure made up of signage modules (6) in the form of letter (s), word (s), acronym (s), decorative element (s) or others ... applied on a block of material with elastic properties, or cut (s) from said block of material, characterized in that said sign modules (6) comprise, on their rear face at least, a groove (2) adapted to allow their snapping onto a shaped support one or more longitudinal sections (3), to obtain a fixing system according to any one of claims 1 to 7.
9.- Structure de signalisation selon la revendication 8, caractérisée en ce qu'elle comprend un support en forme de treillis (8) constitué d'au moins deux profilés longitudinaux (3) parallèles solidarisés par des éclisses transversales (7), régulièrement réparties. 9. A signaling structure according to claim 8, characterized in that it comprises a lattice-shaped support (8) consisting of at least two longitudinal longitudinal sections (3) joined together by transverse ribs (7), regularly distributed. .
10.- Structure de parement pour l'habillage de façades, murs, cloisons ou autres parois, caractérisée en ce qu'elle est constituée d'un panneau ou d'une juxtaposition de panneaux de matière à propriétés élastiques, genre polystyrène, muni(s) d'au moins une rainure (2) sur leur face arrière, adaptée pour permettre leur encliquetage sur un support en forme d'un ou plusieurs profilés longitudinaux (3), pour obtenir un système de fixation conforme à l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7, la face avant au moins dudit ou desdits panneaux étant recouverte d'un revêtement adapté à la fonction d'habillage recherchée.10.- Facing structure for the cladding of facades, walls, partitions or other walls, characterized in that it consists of a panel or a juxtaposition of panels of material with elastic properties, such as polystyrene, provided ( s) at least one groove (2) on their rear face, adapted to allow their snapping onto a support in the form of one or more longitudinal sections (3), in order to obtain a fixing system in accordance with any one of the Claims 1 to 7, the front face at least of said panel or panels being covered with a coating adapted to the desired covering function.
11.- Dispositif d'accrochage amovible de panneaux ou d'accessoires en tous genres, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte un système de fixation selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7, lequel système de fixation comprend au moins un bloc de matière (1) à propriétés élastiques solidarisé avec ledit panneau ou accessoire (9) par tout moyen approprié, lequel bloc de matière (1) est muni d'au moins une rainure (2) qui débouche à ses deux extrémités et dont la section transversale est adaptée pour permettre l'encliquetage sur un support en forme de profilé longitudinal (3). 11.- removable attachment device for panels or accessories of all kinds, characterized in that it comprises a fixing system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, which fixing system comprises at least one block of material (1) with elastic properties secured to said panel or accessory (9) by any suitable means, which block of material (1) is provided with at least one groove (2) which opens at its two ends and whose cross section is adapted to allow the latching on a support in the form of a longitudinal profile (3).
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