WO1999066145A1 - Framework element for partition walls - Google Patents

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WO1999066145A1
WO1999066145A1 PCT/FR1999/001331 FR9901331W WO9966145A1 WO 1999066145 A1 WO1999066145 A1 WO 1999066145A1 FR 9901331 W FR9901331 W FR 9901331W WO 9966145 A1 WO9966145 A1 WO 9966145A1
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Jean-Paul Delaporte
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Societe Industrielle De Cloisons
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    • 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
    • E04B2/74—Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge
    • E04B2/76—Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge with framework or posts of metal
    • E04B2/78—Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge with framework or posts of metal characterised by special cross-section of the frame members as far as important for securing wall panels to a framework with or without the help of cover-strips
    • E04B2/7854—Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge with framework or posts of metal characterised by special cross-section of the frame members as far as important for securing wall panels to a framework with or without the help of cover-strips of open profile

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  • the present invention relates to a framework element for a melamine, metallic, single-wall, sheet metal, glazed, mesh or similar partition.
  • the framework elements of this type are particularly suitable for being able to detachably connect the partition that they frame to one or more other partitions, with the aim of achieving, inter alia, team areas or partitions of areas inside a workshop, safety areas or rest areas.
  • the framework elements which form the uprights of these partitions have a different cross-section than that of the framework elements which form the crossbars thereof, and in particular the crossbars intended to serve as floor or ceiling edges. .
  • the uprights do not obey the same mechanical constraints as the floor or ceiling edges.
  • the frame elements which serve as uprights each consist of a hollow metal profile, most often having a substantially rectangular cross section, which has an opening of width substantially equal to the thickness of the panel of the partition to allow the 'fitting of one of the vertical edges of the latter in the profile.
  • the edge of the panel is fixed to the profile by screwing means, for example by means of an angle iron placed inside the profile, part of which is screwed onto the edge of the panel and the other part is screwed onto one of the wings of the profile.
  • the latter also comprises, in its upper and lower parts, two holes which are formed in correspondence in the two wings of the profile perpendicular to the panel and which are intended to receive a bolt or the like so as to connect the profile to an identical profile also serving amount for another partition.
  • the framing elements which are capable of serving as floor or ceiling edges they each consist of a profile hollow which has a suitable cross section to be able to be fixed to the floor or the ceiling, for example by means of feet or fixing lugs intended to ensure a certain rigidity and stability in the partition.
  • each profile serving as a floor or ceiling edge on the one hand has an opening in which is fitted one of the horizontal edges of the panel, and, on the other hand, is fixed to said edge of the panel by screwing means.
  • the framing elements of the glass generally consist of profiles, preferably of plastic material, which have a suitable cross section to be able, on one side, to engage with an edge any of the glass and, on the other side, engage with the uprights or the sleepers of the partition by partial interlocking thereof.
  • the drawback of the modular partitions described above lies mainly in the fact that it is necessary to manufacture two kinds of profiles to form the framework of the partition, thereby entailing a certain cost for the manufacturer. These sections are not very satisfactory because their conformation does not provide very good rigidity to the entire partition and requires special tools when assembling the partitions together.
  • the frame element according to the present invention is characterized in that it is constituted by a profile whose cross section is such that the frame element is capable of being fixed on the partition also well as an upright, crosspiece, edge of ceiling or edge of floor.
  • FIG. 1 is a view in cross section of the frame element according to the present invention, representing the latter in engagement with one of the free edges of a panel of the partition;
  • Figure 2 is a partial perspective view of two partitions connected to each other, whose framework elements are of the type shown in Figure 1, one of them serving as a floor edge;
  • Figure 3 is a partial perspective view of two partitions connected to each other, whose frame elements are of the type shown in Figure 1, one of them serving as a ceiling edge;
  • FIG. 4A to 4C are respectively cross-sectional views, from above and from the front, of one of the lugs of the keying means intended to connect together two framework elements of the type shown in FIG. 1;
  • Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view showing one of the tabs of the keying means shown in Figures 4A to 4C, in position relative to the frame member of Figure 1;
  • Figure 6 is a top view of the two tabs of the keying means representing these in their assembly position with one another;
  • Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view of one of the framing elements of a window, representing the latter in engagement with one of the frame members of Figure 1 and in engagement with the window;
  • Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of the frame member of Figure 7, showing the latter in engagement with the glass and with one of the free edges of a panel of the partition;
  • Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view showing a partition foot in its assembly position with two framework elements of the type illustrated in Figure 1, which respectively form one of the uprights of a
  • the frame element according to the present invention consists of a profile 1, preferably of electro-galvanized sheet.
  • This profile has three branches 1a, 1b and 1c, the assembly of which has a U-shaped cross section, and a fourth branch 1d, preferably perpendicular to one of the branches of the U, for example branch 1a, and which constitutes the extension of the latter towards the outside of the U, the free longitudinal end of the branch 1d comprising an external rim 1e whose primary purpose is to ensure a certain rigidity in the profile 1.
  • the frame element according to the invention is assembled on a partition panel 2, for example of the melamine type, by force insertion of any edge 2a of the panel 2 in the channel 3 formed by the three branches 1a, 1b and 1c of the profile 1.
  • the branches 1a and 1c of profile 1 each have a hole, for, for example, the passage of a wood screw, in order to rigidly fix the profile 1 relative to the panel 2.
  • the conformation of the frame element is such that there is practically no space between the branches 1a, 1b and 1c of the profile 1 and the edge 2a of the panel 2 which, therefore, has the advantage of contributing to the rigidity of the profile 1.
  • the frame element can be used as well as an upright or cross a partition.
  • the framework element can be used as the edge of a floor P1, the branch 1d of the profile 1 coming to rest by its external edge 1e on an edge b1 of the floor P1.
  • the profile 1 hides the edge of the floor P1 via its branch 1a, a small space E being preserved between the branch 1 a of the profile 1 and the edge of the floor PL Due to the existence of this space E and of the space formed between the branch 1d of the profile 1 and the edge b1 of the floor P1, it is possible to advantageously interpose between the profile 1 and the floor P1 a seal J, as well as 'an acoustic insulator (not shown).
  • the frame member can also be used as the edge of a ceiling P2, the branch 1 d of the profile 1 coming to support by its outer edge 1e the ceiling P2 at an edge b2 thereof.
  • the profile 1 will have the main advantage of playing the role of stiffener, in particular for the assembly of several partitions between them.
  • Keying means 4 and 4 ′ are provided for connecting a frame element according to the invention to another frame element which is arranged parallel to it. ci and which has an identical cross section. As can be seen in Figures 2 and 5, these keying means are more particularly intended to connect together adjacent framework elements which form each one of the uprights of a partition, in order to obtain an assembly of at least two partitions, this in order to achieve team areas, zone separations inside a workshop, safety areas, etc. With reference to FIGS.
  • these keying means consist of a pair of lugs 4 and 4 ′ each forming a profile preferably made of electro-galvanized sheet metal and each having a cross section substantially in the shape of a U (FIG. 4A ).
  • lugs 4 and 4 ′ each forming a profile preferably made of electro-galvanized sheet metal and each having a cross section substantially in the shape of a U (FIG. 4A ).
  • One of these legs for example the leg 4, is shown in detail in FIGS. 4A to 4C and 5.
  • This has three branches 4a, 4b and 4c which respectively constitute the bottom and the lateral parts of the U.
  • the branch 4a is not exactly rectangular but has a very slightly inclined longitudinal side.
  • the branch 4c comprises, approximately over a third of its length, an external rim 4d which is arranged at one end of the tab 4, preferably at its narrowest end, and whose width is equal to one little more than half the width of the branch 4c.
  • the width of the branches 4a and 4b of the tab 4 corresponds substantially to the width of the branches 1a and 1d of the profile 1 so as to be able to accommodate the longitudinal edge of the branch 4b of the tab 4 under the outer rim 1e of the profile 1, thus causing the blocking of the tab 4 relative to the profile 1.
  • the tab 4 ' as shown in FIG.
  • the framing elements 6 of the window 5 are shaped so that, on the one hand, the vertical framing elements are completely encased in each of the profiles 1 serving as an upright and, on the other hand, the framing elements horizontal are directly engaged with the panel 2 of the partition without requiring an intermediate crosspiece.
  • the framing elements 6 of the window 5 each consist of a profile, preferably made of poly (vinyl chloride), which has a substantially W-shaped cross section with six branches 6a to 6g.
  • the branches 6a and 6g which constitute the lateral branches of the W, are extended so as to form elastic clamps responsible for gripping an edge 2a of the panel 2 as shown in FIG. 8.
  • a slight step is further formed in the middle part of the branches 6a and 6g in order to constitute, in association with the wing 6d, stops against which the edge 2a of the panel 2 is applied.
  • This type of profile which makes it possible to dispense with a crosspiece intermediate between the framing element 6 and the panel 2 of the partition, has the main advantage of making it possible to remove the roughness of the external surface of the partition which were previously linked to the unevenness existing between the intermediate crosspieces of the partition and their corresponding panel.
  • the framing element 6 is dimensioned so that the channel formed by all of its branches 6c, 6d and 6e has a width substantially equal to the thickness of the window 5 of the panel 2 in order to be able to forcefully insert the edge 5a of the latter while playing on the elasticity of the material of the element 6.
  • the framing element 6 is also dimensioned so that the width added to its branches 6b, 6f and 6d is equal to the width of the branch 1b of the section 1 and that the width of its branches 6a and 6g is equal to the width of the branches 1 a and 1c of the section 1, this in order to be able to fit completely the framing element 6 in the profile 1, whether the latter serves either as an upright or as a crosspiece.
  • the vertical asperities of the partition which were previously linked to the unevenness existing between the vertical window frame elements and the corresponding amounts of the partition are advantageously eliminated.
  • profile 1 and profile 6 therefore makes it possible to obtain a particularly smooth partition and, therefore, particularly suitable from the point of view of its use in workshops.
  • choice of such a combination is assessed at the level of the assembly of the glass partitions on the site. In fact, there is no longer any need to dismantle the panes before arriving on site, the partitions being each brought in a single block. Their assembly can thus be done much faster without having to reassemble the entire partition.
  • the framing elements according to the present invention because of their original conformation, also have the advantage, when they are connected two by two for the assembly together of two or more partitions, of being able to be assembled very simply with certain accessories, in particular support feet of the type of those shown in FIG. 9 or even joint covers of the type of those shown in FIG. 10.
  • a support leg is constituted by a profile 7 preferably of electro-galvanized sheet and of substantially rectangular cross section.
  • the profile 7 comprises a first branch 7a of substantially rectangular shape, pierced in its center with a hole 8, which is intended to receive a screw for fixing to the ground of the support leg by its branch 7a.
  • the two short sides of the branch 7a of the section 7 are each extended perpendicularly by a branch 7b and a branch 7c which are dimensioned so as to be accommodated respectively between the branch 1d and the outer rim 1e of the section 1 forming an amount of a partition (not shown) and between the branch l'd and the outer edge 1 "e of the profile l 'forming an upright of an adjacent partition (not shown).
  • branch 7d which is intended to be fixed against the branches 1a of section 1 and 1 "a of section l '.
  • the branch 7d has two holes 9 and 9 'each intended to receive a screw (not shown). Due to the particular shape of the support leg 7 combined with its clever arrangement relative to the profiles 1 and the according to the present invention, the partitions can be fixed to the ground in a particularly stable manner.
  • a joint cover which is constituted by a profile 10 preferably made of electro-galvanized sheet metal and of cross section substantially in the shape of a U
  • the profile 10 comprises a branch 10a and branches 10b and 10c which respectively form the bottom of the U and the lateral branches of the latter.
  • the profile 10 is dimensioned so that the assembly formed by the profiles 1 and l 'can be partially fitted into the profile 10, the branches 1d and 1' d of the profiles 1 and 1 'coming to be pressed respectively against the surface internal of the branches 10c and 10b of the profile 10.
  • the joint cover 10 may take other forms as required.
  • the branch 10a of the profile 10 may for example have a semi-circular shape instead of a planar shape.
  • the different partitions can be assembled together in a very diverse manner with great ease.
  • the partitions can be superimposed by simple insertion of a connecting piece or even be arranged parallel to each other.
  • the framework elements will be connected to each other for example by a single tab, the edges of which will be housed respectively between the branch 1 d and the outer rim 1e of the profile 1 and between the branch 1 "d and the external edge e of the profile l.
  • This will be particularly interesting in the case where it is desired to obtain a wall with two smooth faces or in the case where it is desired to obtain a double wall in order to meet thermal constraints or acoustic, or even in both cases.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a framework element for partition walls, characterized in that said element is made up of a profiled section (1) with a transverse section, whereby the inventive framework element can be fixed on a panel (2) of the partition wall as a stanchion, cross member, nosing or ceiling header.

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ÉLÉMENT D'OSSATURE POUR CLOISON FRAMEWORK ELEMENT FOR PARTITION
La présente invention concerne un élément d'ossature pour cloison mélaminée, métallique, à paroi simple, tôlée, vitrée, grillagée ou analogue. Les éléments d'ossature de ce type sont particulièrement adaptés pour pouvoir relier, de façon détachable, la cloison qu'ils encadrent à une ou plusieurs autres cloisons, dans le but de réaliser, entre autres, des aires d'équipe ou des séparations de zones à l'intérieur d'un atelier, des aires de sécurité ou encore des aires de repos.The present invention relates to a framework element for a melamine, metallic, single-wall, sheet metal, glazed, mesh or similar partition. The framework elements of this type are particularly suitable for being able to detachably connect the partition that they frame to one or more other partitions, with the aim of achieving, inter alia, team areas or partitions of areas inside a workshop, safety areas or rest areas.
Actuellement, on trouve dans le commerce des cloisons modulaires se composant en général de panneaux pleins, semi-vitrés ou entièrement vitrés qui sont encadrés par de tels éléments d'ossature. En général, les éléments d'ossature qui forment les montants de ces cloisons ont une section transversale différente de celle des éléments d'ossature qui forment les traverses de celles-ci, et notamment les traverses destinées à servir de rives de plancher ou de plafond. Ceci s'explique de manière évidente par le fait qu'en utilisation, les montants n'obéissent pas aux mêmes contraintes mécaniques que les rives de plancher ou de plafond. Habituellement, les éléments d'ossature qui servent de montants sont constitués chacun par un profilé métallique creux, présentant le plus souvent une section transversale sensiblement rectangulaire, qui comporte une ouverture de largeur sensiblement égale à l'épaisseur du panneau de la cloison pour permettre l'emboîtement d'un des bords verticaux de ce dernier dans le profilé. Le bord du panneau est fixé au profilé par des moyens de vissage, par exemple par l'intermédiaire d'une cornière placée à l'intérieur du profilé, dont une partie est vissée sur le bord du panneau et l'autre partie est vissée sur une des ailes du profilé. Ce dernier comporte également, dans ses parties supérieure et inférieure, deux trous qui sont formés en correspondance dans les deux ailes du profilé perpendiculaires au panneau et qui sont destinés à recevoir un boulon ou similaire de manière à relier le profilé à un profilé identique servant également de montant pour une autre cloison. Quant aux éléments d'ossature qui sont susceptibles de servir de rives de plancher ou de plafond, ils sont constitués chacun par un profilé creux qui présente une section transversale appropriée pour pouvoir être fixé au plancher ou au plafond, par exemple à l'aide de pieds ou de pattes de fixation destinés à assurer une certaine rigidité et stabilité à la cloison. De la même manière que les profilés servant de montant, chaque profilé servant de rive de plancher ou de plafond, d'une part comporte une ouverture dans laquelle est emboîté l'un des bords horizontaux du panneau, et, d'autre part, est fixé audit bord du panneau par des moyens de vissage.Currently, there are commercial modular partitions generally consisting of solid panels, semi-glazed or fully glazed which are framed by such framework elements. In general, the framework elements which form the uprights of these partitions have a different cross-section than that of the framework elements which form the crossbars thereof, and in particular the crossbars intended to serve as floor or ceiling edges. . This is clearly explained by the fact that in use, the uprights do not obey the same mechanical constraints as the floor or ceiling edges. Usually, the frame elements which serve as uprights each consist of a hollow metal profile, most often having a substantially rectangular cross section, which has an opening of width substantially equal to the thickness of the panel of the partition to allow the 'fitting of one of the vertical edges of the latter in the profile. The edge of the panel is fixed to the profile by screwing means, for example by means of an angle iron placed inside the profile, part of which is screwed onto the edge of the panel and the other part is screwed onto one of the wings of the profile. The latter also comprises, in its upper and lower parts, two holes which are formed in correspondence in the two wings of the profile perpendicular to the panel and which are intended to receive a bolt or the like so as to connect the profile to an identical profile also serving amount for another partition. As for the framing elements which are capable of serving as floor or ceiling edges, they each consist of a profile hollow which has a suitable cross section to be able to be fixed to the floor or the ceiling, for example by means of feet or fixing lugs intended to ensure a certain rigidity and stability in the partition. In the same way as the profiles serving as an upright, each profile serving as a floor or ceiling edge, on the one hand has an opening in which is fitted one of the horizontal edges of the panel, and, on the other hand, is fixed to said edge of the panel by screwing means.
Lorsque la cloison est vitrée ou semi vitrée, les éléments d'encadrement de la vitre sont constitués généralement par des profilés, de préférence en matière plastique, qui ont une section transversale appropriée pour pouvoir, d'un côté, venir en prise avec un bord quelconque de la vitre et, de l'autre côté, venir en prise avec les montants ou les traverses de la cloison par emboîtement partiel de ceux-ci.When the partition is glazed or semi-glazed, the framing elements of the glass generally consist of profiles, preferably of plastic material, which have a suitable cross section to be able, on one side, to engage with an edge any of the glass and, on the other side, engage with the uprights or the sleepers of the partition by partial interlocking thereof.
L'inconvénient des cloisons modulaires décrites ci-dessus réside principalement dans le fait qu'il est nécessaire de fabriquer deux sortes de profilés pour former l'ossature de la cloison, entraînant de ce fait un certain coût pour l'industriel. Ces profilés ne sont pas très satisfaisants car leur conformation n'assure pas une très bonne rigidité à l'ensemble de la cloison et nécessite un outillage particulier lors de l'assemblage des cloisons entre elles.The drawback of the modular partitions described above lies mainly in the fact that it is necessary to manufacture two kinds of profiles to form the framework of the partition, thereby entailing a certain cost for the manufacturer. These sections are not very satisfactory because their conformation does not provide very good rigidity to the entire partition and requires special tools when assembling the partitions together.
De plus, lorsque la cloison est semi vitrée, deux traverses supplémentaires doivent être prévues pour assurer la liaison entre les éléments d'encadrement horizontaux de la vitre et le panneau. Il en résulte, non pas tellement un problème de coût, mais plutôt un problème lié à l'obtention d'une inégalité de la surface extérieure de la cloison qui est due non seulement au dénivelé existant entre les bords libres des éléments d'encadrement verticaux de la vitre et les montants de la cloison, mais aussi au dénivelé existant entre les bords libres des éléments d'encadrement horizontaux de la vitre et les traverses de la cloison. Il ne faut pas perdre de vue que ces cloisons modulaires sont susceptibles d'être utilisées dans des ateliers devant répondre à des exigences strictes de propreté. Pour cette raison, les cloisons doivent être faciles à nettoyer et être le plus lisses possible pour ne pas attirer la poussière, les graines, etc.. Notons enfin qu'avec ce type de cloisons, le montage de la vitre se fait obligatoirement sur site, après montage et réglage de l'ensemble de la cloison, ce qui a pour inconvénient de prendre beaucoup de temps. La présente invention a donc essentiellement pour but de remédier aux inconvénients susmentionnés des éléments d'ossature connus qui ont été décrits ci-dessus, en fournissant un élément d'ossature qui permet d'obtenir une cloison rigide, pratiquement lisse, dont l'assemblage avec une autre cloison est facile et rapide. A cet effet, l'élément d'ossature selon la présente invention est caractérisé en ce qu'il est constitué par un profilé dont la section transversale est telle, que l'élément d'ossature est susceptible d'être fixé sur la cloison aussi bien en tant que montant, traverse, rive de plafond ou rive de plancher.In addition, when the partition is semi-glazed, two additional crosspieces must be provided to ensure the connection between the horizontal framing elements of the glass and the panel. The result is not so much a cost problem, but rather a problem linked to obtaining an inequality of the external surface of the partition which is due not only to the difference in level existing between the free edges of the vertical framing elements. of the glass and the studs of the partition, but also at the difference in height between the free edges of the horizontal framing elements of the glass and the cross members of the partition. It should not be forgotten that these modular partitions are likely to be used in workshops that must meet strict requirements for cleanliness. For this reason, partitions should be easy to clean and be as smooth as possible. possible in order not to attract dust, seeds, etc. Finally, note that with this type of partitions, the mounting of the glass is necessarily done on site, after mounting and adjustment of the entire partition, which has for the disadvantage of taking a long time. The present invention therefore essentially aims to remedy the aforementioned drawbacks of the known framework elements which have been described above, by providing a framework element which makes it possible to obtain a rigid, practically smooth partition, the assembly of which with another partition is easy and quick. To this end, the frame element according to the present invention is characterized in that it is constituted by a profile whose cross section is such that the frame element is capable of being fixed on the partition also well as an upright, crosspiece, edge of ceiling or edge of floor.
D'autres caractéristiques et avantages de la présente invention ressortiront au cours de la description qui va suivre d'une forme d'exécution de la présente invention, donnée en référence aux dessins annexés sur lesquels: la figure 1 est une vue un coupe transversale de l'élément d'ossature selon la présente invention, représentant celui-ci en prise avec l'un des bords libres d'un panneau de la cloison; la figure 2 est une vue en perspective partielle de deux cloisons reliées entre elles, dont les éléments d'ossature sont du type représenté sur la figure 1 , l'un d'entre eux servant de rive de plancher; la figure 3 est une vue en perspective partielle de deux cloisons reliées entre elles, dont les éléments d'ossature sont du type représenté sur la figure 1 , l'un d'entre eux servant de rive de plafond; les figures 4A à 4C sont respectivement des vues en coupe transversale, de dessus et de face d'une des pattes des moyens de clavetage destinés à relier entre eux deux éléments d'ossature du type représenté sur la figure 1 ; la figure 5 est une vue en coupe transversale représentant l'une des pattes des moyens de clavetage représentée sur les figures 4A à 4C, en position par rapport à l'élément d'ossature de la figure 1 ; la figure 6 est une vue de dessus des deux pattes des moyens de clavetage représentant celles-ci dans leur position d'assemblage l'une avec l'autre; la figure 7 est une vue en coupe transversale d'un des éléments d'encadrement d'une vitre, représentant ce dernier en prise avec un des éléments d'ossature de la figure 1 et en prise avec la vitre; la figure 8 est une vue en coupe transversale de l'élément d'encadrement de la figure 7, représentant ce dernier en prise avec la vitre et avec l'un des bords libres d'un panneau de la cloison; la figure 9 est une vue en coupe transversale représentant un pied de cloison dans sa position d'assemblage avec deux éléments d'ossature du type illustré sur la figure 1 , qui forment respectivement l'un des montants d'une cloison ; la figure 10 est une vue en coupe transversale représentant un couvre-joint dans sa position d'assemblage avec deux éléments d'ossature du type illustré sur la figure 1 , qui forment respectivement l'un des montants d'une cloison.Other characteristics and advantages of the present invention will emerge during the following description of an embodiment of the present invention, given with reference to the appended drawings in which: FIG. 1 is a view in cross section of the frame element according to the present invention, representing the latter in engagement with one of the free edges of a panel of the partition; Figure 2 is a partial perspective view of two partitions connected to each other, whose framework elements are of the type shown in Figure 1, one of them serving as a floor edge; Figure 3 is a partial perspective view of two partitions connected to each other, whose frame elements are of the type shown in Figure 1, one of them serving as a ceiling edge; FIGS. 4A to 4C are respectively cross-sectional views, from above and from the front, of one of the lugs of the keying means intended to connect together two framework elements of the type shown in FIG. 1; Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view showing one of the tabs of the keying means shown in Figures 4A to 4C, in position relative to the frame member of Figure 1; Figure 6 is a top view of the two tabs of the keying means representing these in their assembly position with one another; Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view of one of the framing elements of a window, representing the latter in engagement with one of the frame members of Figure 1 and in engagement with the window; Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of the frame member of Figure 7, showing the latter in engagement with the glass and with one of the free edges of a panel of the partition; Figure 9 is a cross-sectional view showing a partition foot in its assembly position with two framework elements of the type illustrated in Figure 1, which respectively form one of the uprights of a partition; Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view showing a joint cover in its assembly position with two framework elements of the type illustrated in Figure 1, which respectively form one of the uprights of a partition.
En référence à la figure 1 , l'élément d'ossature selon la présente invention est constitué par un profilé 1 , de préférence en tôle électrozinguée. Ce profilé comporte trois branches 1a, 1 b et 1c dont l'ensemble présente une section transversale en forme de U, et une quatrième branche 1d, de préférence perpendiculaire à l'une des branches du U, par exemple la branche 1a, et qui constitue le prolongement de cette dernière vers l'extérieur du U, l'extrémité longitudinale libre de la branche 1d comportant un rebord externe 1e dont le but premier est d'assurer une certaine rigidité au profilé 1. L'élément d'ossature selon l'invention est assemblé sur un panneau 2 de cloison, par exemple du type mélaminé, par insertion en force d'un bord quelconque 2a du panneau 2 dans le canal 3 formé par les trois branches 1a, 1 b et 1c du profilé 1. Les branches 1a et 1 c du profilé 1 comportent chacune un trou, pour, par exemple, le passage d'une vis à bois, afin de fixer rigidement le profilé 1 par rapport au panneau 2. Comme on peut l'observer sur la figure 1 , la conformation de l'élément d'ossature est telle qu'il n'existe pratiquement aucun espace entre les branches 1a, 1 b et 1c du profilé 1 et le bord 2a du panneau 2 qui, de ce fait, a pour avantage de participer à la rigidité du profilé 1.Referring to Figure 1, the frame element according to the present invention consists of a profile 1, preferably of electro-galvanized sheet. This profile has three branches 1a, 1b and 1c, the assembly of which has a U-shaped cross section, and a fourth branch 1d, preferably perpendicular to one of the branches of the U, for example branch 1a, and which constitutes the extension of the latter towards the outside of the U, the free longitudinal end of the branch 1d comprising an external rim 1e whose primary purpose is to ensure a certain rigidity in the profile 1. The frame element according to the invention is assembled on a partition panel 2, for example of the melamine type, by force insertion of any edge 2a of the panel 2 in the channel 3 formed by the three branches 1a, 1b and 1c of the profile 1. The branches 1a and 1c of profile 1 each have a hole, for, for example, the passage of a wood screw, in order to rigidly fix the profile 1 relative to the panel 2. As can be seen in FIG. 1, the conformation of the frame element is such that there is practically no space between the branches 1a, 1b and 1c of the profile 1 and the edge 2a of the panel 2 which, therefore, has the advantage of contributing to the rigidity of the profile 1.
Si on se réfère maintenant aux figures 2 et 3, on note qu'une autre particularité avantageuse de l'élément d'ossature selon la présente invention est de pouvoir être utilisé aussi bien en tant que montant ou traverse d'une cloison. En particulier, comme on peut le voir sur la figure 2, l'élément d'ossature peut être utilisé en tant que rive d'un plancher P1 , la branche 1d du profilé 1 venant reposer par son rebord externe 1e sur un bord b1 du plancher P1. De par sa conformation particulière, le profilé 1 cache la tranche du plancher P1 par l'intermédiaire de sa branche 1a, un faible espace E étant conservé entre la branche 1 a du profilé 1 et la tranche du plancher PL Du fait de l'existence de cet espace E et de l'espace formé entre la branche 1d du profilé 1 et le bord b1 du plancher P1 , il est possible d'intercaler avantageusement entre le profilé 1 et le plancher P1 un joint d'étanchéité J, de même qu'un isolant acoustique (non représenté). En référence maintenant à la figure 3 et d'une façon similaire à ce qui est représenté sur la figure 2, l'élément d'ossature peut être aussi utilisé en tant que rive d'un plafond P2, la branche 1 d du profilé 1 venant supporter par son rebord externe 1e le plafond P2 au niveau d'un bord b2 de celui-ci. Dans ce cas là, le profilé 1 aura pour principal avantage de jouer le rôle de raidisseur, notamment pour l'assemblage de plusieurs cloisons entre elles.Referring now to Figures 2 and 3, it is noted that another advantageous feature of the frame element according to the present invention is that it can be used as well as an upright or cross a partition. In particular, as can be seen in FIG. 2, the framework element can be used as the edge of a floor P1, the branch 1d of the profile 1 coming to rest by its external edge 1e on an edge b1 of the floor P1. Due to its particular conformation, the profile 1 hides the edge of the floor P1 via its branch 1a, a small space E being preserved between the branch 1 a of the profile 1 and the edge of the floor PL Due to the existence of this space E and of the space formed between the branch 1d of the profile 1 and the edge b1 of the floor P1, it is possible to advantageously interpose between the profile 1 and the floor P1 a seal J, as well as 'an acoustic insulator (not shown). Referring now to Figure 3 and in a similar manner to that shown in Figure 2, the frame member can also be used as the edge of a ceiling P2, the branch 1 d of the profile 1 coming to support by its outer edge 1e the ceiling P2 at an edge b2 thereof. In this case, the profile 1 will have the main advantage of playing the role of stiffener, in particular for the assembly of several partitions between them.
Des moyens de clavetage 4 et 4', tels que représentés sur les figures 4A à 4C, 5 et 6, sont prévus pour relier un élément d'ossature selon l'invention à un autre élément d'ossature qui est disposé parallèlement à celui-ci et qui a une section transversale identique. Comme on peut le voir sur les figures 2 et 5, ces moyens de clavetage sont plus particulièrement destinés à relier entre eux des éléments d'ossature adjacents qui forment chacun l'un des montants d'une cloison, dans le but d'obtenir un assemblage d'au moins deux cloisons, ceci afin de réaliser des aires d'équipe, des séparations de zones à l'intérieur d'un atelier, des aires de sécurité, etc. En référence aux figures 4A à 4C, 5 et 6, ces moyens de clavetage sont constitués par une paire de pattes 4 et 4' formant chacune un profilé de préférence en tôle électrozinguée et présentant chacune une section transversale sensiblement en forme de U (figure 4A). L'une de ces pattes, par exemple la patte 4, est représentée en détail sur les figures 4A à 4C et 5. Celle-ci comporte trois branches 4a, 4b et 4c qui constituent respectivement le fond et les parties latérales du U. La branche 4a n'est pas exactement rectangulaire mais présente un côté longitudinal très légèrement incliné. La branche 4c comporte, à peu près sur un tiers de sa longueur, un rebord externe 4d qui est agencé à l'une des extrémité de la patte 4, de préférence à son extrémité la plus étroite, et dont la largeur est égale à un peu plus de la moitié de la largeur de la branche 4c. Comme on peut mieux le voir sur la figure 5, il est fait en sorte que la largeur des branches 4a et 4b de la patte 4 correspond sensiblement à la largeur des branches 1a et 1d du profilé 1 de manière à pouvoir loger le bord longitudinal de la branche 4b de la patte 4 sous le rebord externe 1e du profilé 1 , provoquant ainsi le blocage de la patte 4 par rapport au profilé 1. Par similitude, la patte 4', telle que représentée sur la figure 6, sera bloquée de la même façon par rapport au profilé 1 ' voisin du profilé 1 , cette dernière étant toutefois disposée dans la direction longitudinale inverse de celle de la patte 4, de telle sorte qu'une partie du bord longitudinal de la branche 4c de la patte 4 et une partie du bord longitudinal de la branche 4'c de la patte 4' viennent se loger respectivement sous les rebords externes 4'd et 4d des pattes 4' et 4. Grâce à la conformation particulière des pattes 4 et 4' associée à celle des profilés 1 et 1 ', l'assemblage des éléments d'ossature, et donc des cloisons, se fait de manière beaucoup plus simple et beaucoup plus rapide qu'auparavant puisque l'utilisateur n'a plus ni à visser les profilés entre eux, ni à se servir d'outils spécifiques.Keying means 4 and 4 ′, as shown in FIGS. 4A to 4C, 5 and 6, are provided for connecting a frame element according to the invention to another frame element which is arranged parallel to it. ci and which has an identical cross section. As can be seen in Figures 2 and 5, these keying means are more particularly intended to connect together adjacent framework elements which form each one of the uprights of a partition, in order to obtain an assembly of at least two partitions, this in order to achieve team areas, zone separations inside a workshop, safety areas, etc. With reference to FIGS. 4A to 4C, 5 and 6, these keying means consist of a pair of lugs 4 and 4 ′ each forming a profile preferably made of electro-galvanized sheet metal and each having a cross section substantially in the shape of a U (FIG. 4A ). One of these legs, for example the leg 4, is shown in detail in FIGS. 4A to 4C and 5. This has three branches 4a, 4b and 4c which respectively constitute the bottom and the lateral parts of the U. The branch 4a is not exactly rectangular but has a very slightly inclined longitudinal side. The branch 4c comprises, approximately over a third of its length, an external rim 4d which is arranged at one end of the tab 4, preferably at its narrowest end, and whose width is equal to one little more than half the width of the branch 4c. As can best be seen in FIG. 5, it is made so that the width of the branches 4a and 4b of the tab 4 corresponds substantially to the width of the branches 1a and 1d of the profile 1 so as to be able to accommodate the longitudinal edge of the branch 4b of the tab 4 under the outer rim 1e of the profile 1, thus causing the blocking of the tab 4 relative to the profile 1. By similarity, the tab 4 ', as shown in FIG. 6, will be blocked from the same way with respect to the profile 1 'adjacent to the profile 1, the latter however being arranged in the longitudinal direction opposite to that of the tab 4, so that part of the longitudinal edge of the branch 4c of the tab 4 and a part of the longitudinal edge of the branch 4 ′ c of the lug 4 ′ are housed respectively under the external edges 4 ′ and 4 d of the lugs 4 ′ and 4. Thanks to the particular conformation of the lugs 4 and 4 ′ associated with that of the profiles 1 and 1 ', the assembly of frame elements, and therefore partitions, is much simpler and much faster than before since the user no longer has to either screw the profiles together, or to use specific tools.
Lorsque le panneau 2 de la cloison comporte une vitre 5 comme c'est le cas sur les figures 7 et 8, les éléments d'encadrement 6 (une seul élément est représenté) de la vitre 5 sont conformés de manière à ce que, d'une part les éléments d'encadrement verticaux soient emboîtés complètement dans chacun des profilés 1 servant de montant et que, d'autre part, les éléments d'encadrement horizontaux soient directement en prise avec le panneau 2 de la cloison sans nécessiter de traverse intermédiaire. A cet effet, les éléments d'encadrement 6 de la vitre 5 sont constitués chacun par un profilé, de préférence en poly-(chlorure de vinyle), qui présente une section transversale sensiblement en forme de W à six branches 6a à 6g. Les branches 6a et 6g, qui constituent les branches latérales du W, sont prolongées de manière à former des pinces élastiques chargées d'enserrer un bord 2a du panneau 2 comme cela est représenté sur la figure 8. Un léger gradin est en outre formé dans la partie médiane des branches 6a et 6g dans le but de constituer, en association avec l'aile 6d, des butées contre lesquelles s'applique le bord 2a du panneau 2. Ce type de profilé, qui permet de se passer d'une traverse intermédiaire entre l'élément d'encadrement 6 et le panneau 2 de la cloison, a pour principal intérêt de permettre de supprimer les aspérités de la surface extérieure de la cloison qui étaient liées auparavant aux dénivelés existant entre les traverses intermédiaires de la cloison et leur panneau correspondant. En référence à l'ensemble des figures 7 et 8, l'élément d'encadrement 6 est dimensionné de telle sorte que le canal formé par l'ensemble de ses branches 6c, 6d et 6e ait une largeur sensiblement égale à l'épaisseur de la vitre 5 du panneau 2 pour pouvoir insérer en force le bord 5a de cette dernière en jouant sur l'élasticité du matériau de l'élément 6. L'élément d'encadrement 6 est également dimensionné de telle sorte que la largeur additionnée de ses branches 6b, 6f et 6d soit égale à la largeur de la branche 1 b du profilé 1 et que la largeur de ses branches 6a et 6g soit égale à la largeur des branches 1 a et 1c du profilé 1 , ceci afin de pouvoir emboîter complètement l'élément d'encadrement 6 dans le profilé 1 , que ce dernier serve indifféremment de montant ou de traverse. Ainsi, les aspérités verticales de la cloison, qui étaient auparavant liées aux dénivelés existant entre les éléments d'encadrement de vitre verticaux et les montants correspondants de la cloison, sont avantageusement supprimées.When the panel 2 of the partition comprises a window 5 as is the case in FIGS. 7 and 8, the framing elements 6 (only one element is shown) of the window 5 are shaped so that, on the one hand, the vertical framing elements are completely encased in each of the profiles 1 serving as an upright and, on the other hand, the framing elements horizontal are directly engaged with the panel 2 of the partition without requiring an intermediate crosspiece. For this purpose, the framing elements 6 of the window 5 each consist of a profile, preferably made of poly (vinyl chloride), which has a substantially W-shaped cross section with six branches 6a to 6g. The branches 6a and 6g, which constitute the lateral branches of the W, are extended so as to form elastic clamps responsible for gripping an edge 2a of the panel 2 as shown in FIG. 8. A slight step is further formed in the middle part of the branches 6a and 6g in order to constitute, in association with the wing 6d, stops against which the edge 2a of the panel 2 is applied. This type of profile, which makes it possible to dispense with a crosspiece intermediate between the framing element 6 and the panel 2 of the partition, has the main advantage of making it possible to remove the roughness of the external surface of the partition which were previously linked to the unevenness existing between the intermediate crosspieces of the partition and their corresponding panel. With reference to all of FIGS. 7 and 8, the framing element 6 is dimensioned so that the channel formed by all of its branches 6c, 6d and 6e has a width substantially equal to the thickness of the window 5 of the panel 2 in order to be able to forcefully insert the edge 5a of the latter while playing on the elasticity of the material of the element 6. The framing element 6 is also dimensioned so that the width added to its branches 6b, 6f and 6d is equal to the width of the branch 1b of the section 1 and that the width of its branches 6a and 6g is equal to the width of the branches 1 a and 1c of the section 1, this in order to be able to fit completely the framing element 6 in the profile 1, whether the latter serves either as an upright or as a crosspiece. Thus, the vertical asperities of the partition, which were previously linked to the unevenness existing between the vertical window frame elements and the corresponding amounts of the partition are advantageously eliminated.
La combinaison du profilé 1 et du profilé 6 permet donc d'obtenir une cloison particulièrement lisse et, de ce fait, particulièrement adaptée du point de vue de son utilisation dans les ateliers. De plus, le choix d'une telle combinaison s'apprécie au niveau de l'assemblage des cloisons vitrées sur le site. En effet, désormais il n'y a plus lieu de démonter les vitres avant d'arriver sur le site, les cloisons étant amenées chacune en un seul bloc. Leur assemblage peut ainsi se faire de manière beaucoup plus rapide sans être obligé de remonter toute la cloison.The combination of profile 1 and profile 6 therefore makes it possible to obtain a particularly smooth partition and, therefore, particularly suitable from the point of view of its use in workshops. In addition, the choice of such a combination is assessed at the level of the assembly of the glass partitions on the site. In fact, there is no longer any need to dismantle the panes before arriving on site, the partitions being each brought in a single block. Their assembly can thus be done much faster without having to reassemble the entire partition.
Les éléments d'ossature selon la présente invention, du fait de leur conformation originale, ont aussi l'avantage, lorsqu'ils sont reliés deux à deux pour l'assemblage entre elles de deux cloisons ou plus, de pouvoir être assemblés très simplement avec certains accessoires, notamment des pieds de support du type de ceux représentés sur la figure 9 ou encore des couvre- joints du type de ceux représentés sur la figure 10.The framing elements according to the present invention, because of their original conformation, also have the advantage, when they are connected two by two for the assembly together of two or more partitions, of being able to be assembled very simply with certain accessories, in particular support feet of the type of those shown in FIG. 9 or even joint covers of the type of those shown in FIG. 10.
Comme on peut le voir sur la figure 9, un pied de support est constitué par un profilé 7 de préférence en tôle électrozinguée et de section transversale sensiblement rectangulaire. Le profilé 7 comporte une première branche 7a de forme sensiblement rectangulaire, percée en son centre d'un trou 8, lequel est destiné à recevoir une vis pour la fixation au sol du pied de support par sa branche 7a. Les deux petits côtés de la branche 7a du profilé 7 sont prolongés chacun perpendiculairement par une branche 7b et une branche 7c qui sont dimensionnées de manière à venir se loger respectivement entre la branche 1d et le rebord externe 1e du profilé 1 formant un montant d'une cloison (non représentée) et entre la branche l'd et le rebord externe 1"e du profilé l' formant un montant d'une cloison adjacente (non représentée). Enfin, l'un des grands côtés de la branche 7a du profilé 7 est prolongé perpendiculairement par une branche 7d qui est destinée à être fixée contre les branches 1a du profilé 1 et 1"a du profilé l'. A cet effet, la branche 7d comporte deux trous 9 et 9' destinés à recevoir chacun une vis (non représentée). De par la conformation particulière du pied de support 7 alliée à son agencement astucieux par rapport aux profilés 1 et l' selon la présente invention, les cloisons peuvent être fixées au sol de manière particulièrement stable.As can be seen in Figure 9, a support leg is constituted by a profile 7 preferably of electro-galvanized sheet and of substantially rectangular cross section. The profile 7 comprises a first branch 7a of substantially rectangular shape, pierced in its center with a hole 8, which is intended to receive a screw for fixing to the ground of the support leg by its branch 7a. The two short sides of the branch 7a of the section 7 are each extended perpendicularly by a branch 7b and a branch 7c which are dimensioned so as to be accommodated respectively between the branch 1d and the outer rim 1e of the section 1 forming an amount of a partition (not shown) and between the branch l'd and the outer edge 1 "e of the profile l 'forming an upright of an adjacent partition (not shown). Finally, one of the long sides of the branch 7a of the section 7 is extended perpendicularly by a branch 7d which is intended to be fixed against the branches 1a of section 1 and 1 "a of section l '. To this end, the branch 7d has two holes 9 and 9 'each intended to receive a screw (not shown). Due to the particular shape of the support leg 7 combined with its clever arrangement relative to the profiles 1 and the according to the present invention, the partitions can be fixed to the ground in a particularly stable manner.
Comme on peut le voir sur la figure 10, il est possible de relier l'arrière des profilés 1 et l' par un couvre-joint qui est constitué par un profilé 10 de préférence en tôle électrozinguée et de section transversale sensiblement en forme de U. Le profilé 10 comporte une branche 10a et des branches 10b et 10c qui forment respectivement le fond du U et les branches latérales de celui-ci. Le profilé 10 est dimensionné de manière à ce que l'ensemble formé par les profilés 1 et l' puisse être emboîté partiellement dans le profilé 10, les branches 1d et 1 'd des profilés 1 et 1 ' venant se plaquer respectivement contre la surface interne des branches 10c et 10b du profilé 10. Il résulte de l'assemblage du profilé 10 avec les profilés 1 et 1 ' l'obtention d'une sorte de coffrage qui s'avère très utile pour le passage de câbles de type électriques, informatiques ou autres. Il est bien évident que le couvre- joint 10 pourra adopter d'autres formes en fonction des besoins. La branche 10a du profilé 10 pourra par exemple avoir une forme semi-circulaire au lieu d'une forme plane.As can be seen in FIG. 10, it is possible to connect the rear of the profiles 1 and the by a joint cover which is constituted by a profile 10 preferably made of electro-galvanized sheet metal and of cross section substantially in the shape of a U The profile 10 comprises a branch 10a and branches 10b and 10c which respectively form the bottom of the U and the lateral branches of the latter. The profile 10 is dimensioned so that the assembly formed by the profiles 1 and l 'can be partially fitted into the profile 10, the branches 1d and 1' d of the profiles 1 and 1 'coming to be pressed respectively against the surface internal of the branches 10c and 10b of the profile 10. It results from the assembly of the profile 10 with the profiles 1 and 1 ′ obtaining a kind of formwork which is very useful for the passage of electric type cables, computer or other. It is obvious that the joint cover 10 may take other forms as required. The branch 10a of the profile 10 may for example have a semi-circular shape instead of a planar shape.
Il y a lieu de noter qu'avec un tel élément d'ossature, les différentes cloisons pourront être assemblées entre elles de manière très diverse avec une très grande facilité. Les cloisons pourront être superposées par simple insertion d'une pièce de liaison ou bien encore être disposées parallèlement l'une à l'autre. Dans ce dernier cas, les éléments d'ossature seront reliés entre eux par exemple par une simple patte, dont les bords viendront se loger respectivement entre la branche 1 d et le rebord externe 1e du profilé 1 et entre la branche 1 "d et le rebord externe e du profilé l'. Ceci sera particulièrement intéressant dans le cas où l'on souhaitera obtenir une paroi à deux faces lisses ou dans le cas où l'on souhaitera obtenir une double paroi pour répondre à des contraintes d'ordre thermique ou acoustique, ou bien encore dans les deux cas.It should be noted that with such a framework element, the different partitions can be assembled together in a very diverse manner with great ease. The partitions can be superimposed by simple insertion of a connecting piece or even be arranged parallel to each other. In the latter case, the framework elements will be connected to each other for example by a single tab, the edges of which will be housed respectively between the branch 1 d and the outer rim 1e of the profile 1 and between the branch 1 "d and the external edge e of the profile l. This will be particularly interesting in the case where it is desired to obtain a wall with two smooth faces or in the case where it is desired to obtain a double wall in order to meet thermal constraints or acoustic, or even in both cases.
Il va de soi que la forme d'exécution de l'invention qui a été décrite ci- dessus a été donnée à titre purement indicatif et nullement limitatif, et que de nombreuses modifications peuvent être apportées par l'homme de l'art sans pour autant sortir du cadre de l'invention. It goes without saying that the embodiment of the invention which has been described above has been given for information only and is in no way limitative, and that many modifications can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the invention.

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REVENDICATIONS
1. Elément d'ossature pour cloison, caractérisé en ce qu'il est constitué par un profilé (1 ) dont la section transversale est telle, que l'élément d'ossature est susceptible d'être fixé sur un panneau (2) de la cloison aussi bien en tant que montant, traverse, rive de plafond ou rive de plancher.1. Frame element for partition, characterized in that it is constituted by a profile (1) whose cross section is such that the frame element is capable of being fixed on a panel (2) of the partition as well as an upright, crosspiece, ceiling edge or floor edge.
2. Elément d'ossature selon la revendication 1 , caractérisé en ce que le profilé (1 ) qui le constitue comporte une première partie qui présente une section transversale en forme de U, l'espace intérieur (3) créé entre les trois branches (1a, 1b, 1c) du U étant destiné à recevoir en contact étroit un bord libre (2a) quelconque du panneau (2) de la cloison, et une deuxième partie qui est perpendiculaire à l'une des branches du U et qui constitue le prolongement de cette dernière vers l'extérieur du U, l'extrémité longitudinale libre (1d) de la deuxième partie comportant un rebord externe (1e) destiné à rigidifier l'élément d'ossature.2. Framework element according to claim 1, characterized in that the profile (1) which constitutes it comprises a first part which has a U-shaped cross section, the interior space (3) created between the three branches ( 1a, 1b, 1c) of the U being intended to receive in close contact any free edge (2a) of any panel (2) of the partition, and a second part which is perpendicular to one of the branches of the U and which constitutes the extension of the latter towards the outside of the U, the free longitudinal end (1d) of the second part comprising an external rim (1e) intended to stiffen the frame element.
3. Elément d'ossature selon les revendications 1 ou 2, caractérisé en ce qu'il est susceptible d'être relié à un élément d'ossature identique (1') à l'aide de moyens de clavetage (4, 4').3. Frame element according to claims 1 or 2, characterized in that it is capable of being connected to an identical frame element (1 ') using keying means (4, 4') .
4. Elément d'ossature selon la revendication 3, caractérisé en ce que les moyens de clavetage (4, 4') sont constitués d'une paire de pattes qui sont reliées entre elles par leurs premières extrémités libres correspondantes (4d, 4'd) et qui sont reliées respectivement, par leur secondes extrémités libres (4b, 4'b) correspondantes, à chacun des éléments d'ossature (1 , 1 '), lesdites secondes extrémités (4b, 4'b) des pattes étant respectivement insérées dans chacun des rebords externes (1e; l'e) de ces éléments d'ossature.4. Frame element according to claim 3, characterized in that the keying means (4, 4 ') consist of a pair of legs which are connected together by their corresponding first free ends (4d, 4'd ) and which are connected respectively, by their second free ends (4b, 4'b) corresponding to each of the frame elements (1, 1 '), said second ends (4b, 4'b) of the legs being respectively inserted in each of the outer edges (1e; e) of these framework elements.
5. Elément d'ossature selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, caractérisé en ce que lorsque la cloison comporte une vitre (5), les éléments d'encadrement (6) de la vitre (5) ont une section transversale appropriée pour qu'au moins les éléments d'encadrement verticaux (6) de la vitre (5) soient emboités complètement dans chacun des éléments d'ossature formant respectivement les montants (1 ) de la cloison, de telle sorte que les aspérités verticales de la cloison sont définies uniquement par le dénivelé existant entre les bords longitudinaux non recourbés (1 c) desdits montants (1 ) et la vitre (5).5. Framework element according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that when the partition comprises a window (5), the framing elements (6) of the glass (5) have a suitable cross section so that at least the vertical framing elements (6) of the glass (5) are completely fitted into each of the framing elements forming respectively the uprights (1) of the partition, so that the vertical asperities of the partition are defined only by the difference in height between the non-curved longitudinal edges (1 c) of said uprights (1) and the glass (5).
6. Elément d'ossature selon la revendication 5, caractérisé en ce que les éléments d'encadrement (6) de la vitre (5) sont constitués chacun par un profilé qui présente une section transversale sensiblement en forme de W, dont les extrémités libres des branches latérales (6a, 6g) sont prolongées de manière à venir en prise avec un bord libre (2a) quelconque du panneau (2) de la cloison, les deux autres branches du profilé étant destinées à venir en prise avec un bord libre (5a) quelconque de la vitre (5).6. frame element according to claim 5, characterized in that the framing elements (6) of the window (5) each consist of a profile which has a cross section substantially in the form of a W, the free ends of which lateral branches (6a, 6g) are extended so as to engage with any free edge (2a) of any panel (2) of the partition, the other two branches of the profile being intended to engage with a free edge ( 5a) any of the window (5).
7. Elément d'ossature selon la revendication 6, caractérisé en ce que le profilé constituant l'un quelconque des éléments d'encadrement (6) de la vitre est en poly-(chlorure de vinyle). 7. Frame element according to claim 6, characterized in that the profile constituting any one of the framing elements (6) of the glass is made of poly (vinyl chloride).
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