Purpose and scope of application
[0001] The invention relates to the construction industry. This invention can be used in
the field of creating suspended planes and coverings. This invention may be used in
the field of creating suspended ceilings of various designs. And the invention can
also be used in the field of creating other similar suspended structures.
Prior art.
[0002] Structures that utilize suspended ceilings of various kinds are well known. These
structures are widely used indoors. We are talking about suspended ceilings. Also,
these structures are used in devices for a wide variety of purposes.
[0003] From the prior art, a ceiling covering attachment assembly to a wall is known. This
attachment assembly includes a U-shaped profile member. A shelf of the profiled element
adjoins the wall from the inside. The shelf of the profile element has a longitudinal
groove. The attachment unit also includes a cage for installation within the profiled
element. This embedded part in a cross section is made in the form of a triangle.
One corner of the triangle is placed in the groove of the profile element. And the
opposite to this corner facet is in contact with another vertical flange of the profiled
element. The facet is in contact in the working position. See patent for a useful
model of the Russian Federation N
ยบ 37744, cl. IPC E04B 7/10.
[0004] Disadvantage of the known profile is its limited functionality. As the profile is
designed only for fastening the cloth stretch ceiling to the wall. And this profile
is not applicable in the structures of the suspended ceiling.
[0005] Also known is a profile for installing a suspended ceiling. This profile is formed
by two mutually perpendicular shelves. Also, this profile is formed by a lintel that
is attached to one of the shelves. This lintel is parallel to the other shelf. And
this bridge is wider than the other flange (patent
RU 16605 U1, cl. IPC E04B 9/18).
[0006] The disadvantage of the known profile for suspended ceilings can be attributed to
the narrow functionality. Since the known profile provides a rigid attachment of ceiling
panels to the ceiling frame and supporting surfaces. The rigid mounting design of
the suspended ceiling panels to the supporting surfaces contributes to the increasing
tensile stresses. This occurs during use. This is due to changes in the geometry of
the walls and mating surfaces. And leads to warping and destruction.
[0007] As the closest technical solution of the claimed useful model, a ceiling profile
is selected. This profile is used for the installation of stretch and suspended ceilings.
This profile contains a first and a second shelf. In the end stepped part of the first
shelf is a groove. The depth of the groove is more than half the thickness of the
first shelf. The first flange is connected to the second flange by two partitions
to form a channel. The stepped part of the first shelf is provided with an additional
cantilever shelf. The cantilevered shelf is located to the outside. And there is a
cantilever shelf on the inner side of the second shelf (patent
RU 182821 U1, IPC E04B 9/30).
[0008] The disadvantage of the closest analogue, as well as other known analogues, is its
low reliability. Low reliability is associated with possible damage to the ceiling
fabric. For example, the canvas, which is made of gypsum board (GBC) and its analogs.
Analogues assume, as in solution
RU 16605, rigid attachment of the sheet to the wall surface. Fastening the sheet with metal
profiles. The walls of apartments and houses are inevitably subject to changes in
geometry. This is especially true for new houses during the initial shrinkage of the
building. Also on short-term changes in geometry influence temperature changes, repairs,
etc. Changing the geometry of the walls when the ceiling profile is rigidly fixed
is accompanied by an increase in the ceiling plane. Increase of the plane due to the
different heights of the walls. This situation leads to tensile stresses. As a consequence,
cracks in the gypsum plaster and plaster.
[0009] This problem also applies to other joints. Wall-wall, wall-floor, door frame-wall.
As well as any other adjoining surfaces with variable geometry. In addition to changing
the size of the ceiling space, the angle between the assembled ceiling and the horizontal
normal changes. This results in additional stresses on the fixings. As a result of
these factors, classic suspended ceiling systems require a complete replacement of
the suspended ceiling system. This includes the counterparts discussed above. And/or
suspended ceiling systems require replacement and/or devices to attach them to supporting
surfaces. And/or suspended ceiling systems require repair.
[0010] No solutions have been identified in the prior art that provide the ability to attach
ceiling coverings. Coverings that provide flexible decoupling. The decoupling of the
surfaces of a ceiling covering which interlocks with adjacent walls or a supporting
ceiling.
The essence of the claimed invention.
[0011] The technical problem is the creation of a simple construction of a docking unit
(docking node) of a suspended ceiling attachment device. In particular, the construction
of a suspended ceiling. This construction is devoid of the disadvantages of known
analogues. The solution to the problem is provided by the claimed invention.
[0012] The technical result, which is obtained by using the claimed invention, is to improve
the reliability of the assembly. A junction node of a suspended ceiling attachment
device. Or other similar suspended ceilings. The technical result also consists in
increased reliability by cushioning the above-mentioned adverse effects on the attachment
assembly and the suspended ceiling structure. Or other similar suspended coverings.
And, as a consequence, the resistance of these suspended ceilings to loads is increased.
Stresses occur in the process of operation.
[0013] The technical result is achieved by using a junction device fastening device suspended
ceilings. This node includes interlocking joints and a supporting part. Couplings
are interconnected by reciprocating elements. The support portion is provided with
a mounting means with a support surface. The support portion includes a mounting portion.
The mounting portion is provided with a means of mating with the surface of the suspended
ceiling panels. The locking connection is cushioned. The locking connection consists
of two mating parts. These parts are provided with mating elements. The mating mating
elements are on the mating counter and mounting parts. One of the mating parts is
equipped with a C-shaped profile with an open cavity. A damper is installed in the
cavity. This damper is provided with a locking element for the mating part of the
locking joint. The connection is placed on the second part of the interlocking assembly.
[0014] According to the claimed solution, the C-shaped profile may be made with an outer
contour close to a parallelepiped. And the C-shaped profile may be made with an area
of the entrance opening of the cavity smaller than the area of the side of its placement.
[0015] According to the claimed solution, the damper may be provided with a locking element.
This element is made in the form of a longitudinal groove. The element is axisymmetric
to the inlet opening of the C-shaped cavity of the profile. The slot is open on the
side of the entrance hole of the cavity. And the reciprocal element of the locking
connection of the second part of the junction is made in the form of a longitudinal
flange. The width and length of the groove are selected from the condition of the
possibility to cover the mating element of the lock connection. The width and length
of the groove is selected from its retention in the cavity of the groove. The width
and length of the groove is selected with the possibility of displacement of the flange
in the groove cavity. The displacement of the shelf to compensate for external influences
on the design of the coupling assembly.
[0016] According to the claimed solution, the damper may be made of an elastic material.
The damper may be provided with an external relief surface. This surface forms protrusions
and depressions throughout the surface. The damper may be made with the possibility
to form closed cavities along the inner surface of the C-shaped cavity. The cavities
between the protrusions of the damper's relief surface mating with it. The damper
in the alignment of the groove can be made with a protrusion beyond the outer contour
of the C-shaped profile hole. And the damper can be provided with internal and external
bevels. The bevels are necessary for entering the fixation element into the cavity
of the groove of the damper. In another embodiment of the claimed solution, the damper
may be additionally provided with bends protruding beyond the outer contour of the
C-shaped profile. The bends along the flange of the damper groove. As well as the
bends around the contour of the inlet opening of the C-shaped profile cavity.
[0017] According to the claimed solution, the longitudinal flange of the second part of
the locking connection may be additionally provided with a protrusion at the free
end. In any embodiment of the claimed solution, the mounting portion may be provided
with an outer horizontal mounting flange. A shelf for mounting a suspended ceiling.
The mounting portion may be provided with a vertical mounting member. The mounting
element is required for fixing the outer covering of the suspended ceiling panels.
The panels are mated with a vertical panel. This panel is oriented downwards. The
vertical panel is located below the mounting panel. The vertical panel is located
along the side of the mounting panel. The side is facing the mounting surface.
[0018] An embodiment of the claimed solution is possible. According to this solution, the
mounting portion may be provided with a C-shaped profile. The profile is provided
with a damper with a longitudinal flange retaining element. The longitudinal flange
of the locking element mate. The shelf is made on the support portion. In another
embodiment, the support portion may be provided with a C-shaped profile. The profile
is provided with a damping element for securing the longitudinal flange. The longitudinal
flange of the locking member. The flange is made on the mounting part. The supporting
part in the upper part may be provided with a supporting, vertical shelf. The vertical
shelf is mated to the back wall of the C-shaped profile. In another possible embodiment,
the support portion may be in the form of a C-shaped profile. But this profile is
integrated into the supporting surface.
[0019] In another embodiment, the vertical mounting member of the mounting portion may be
located below the level of the mounting flange. The mounting portion element may be
positioned to secure the suspended ceiling panels. The vertical mounting member of
the mounting portion may be in the form of a U-shaped cross-sectional profile. This
profile contains a transverse shelf. The shelf is mated with vertical ribs. One of
the ribs represents part of the vertical panel. The panel forms its outer rib. The
second, opposing rib is set back from the first. The rib is offset by the width of
the transversal flange. And is an inner rib.
[0020] In yet another embodiment of the claimed solution, the vertical mounting member of
the mounting portion may be in the form of a U-shaped profile. This profile is positioned
obliquely to the vertical panel. The profile is located below the level of the mounting
shelf for mounting the suspended ceiling panels. A transversal flange is made at the
lower free end of the vertical panel with projections on either side. The vertical
leading and trailing edges are slightly divergent. The divergence increases towards
the bottom.
[0021] In another embodiment of the claimed invention, the mounting element can be made
in the form of a stepped protrusion. This protrusion is formed at the free end of
the vertical panel. The protrusion is formed at the bottom of the vertical panel.
The protrusion is formed in the form of an outwardly oriented short shelf. The shelf
is provided on its outer end with a vertically downwardly oriented rib. The rib is
provided with a support ledge. It is a protrusion on the side facing the supporting
surface.
[0022] According to any of the above-mentioned embodiments of the claimed solution, the
length of the flange of the locking response member may be made to allow the formation
of a shadow groove. And the length of the groove of the damper may be designed to
allow for the formation of a shadow groove. The shadow groove between the rib of the
mounting member of the mounting portion and the support surface may be designed to
form a shadow groove. The rib of the mounting member faces the supporting surface.
And the lower surface of the horizontal flange may be provided with a raised, toothed
surface. Also, and/or the inner surface and/or the outer surface of the mounting member
may be provided with an embossed, toothed surface. The variants disclosed above can
be used separately and independently or together.
[0023] No analogues close to the claimed solution have been identified in the prior art.
Analogues both in terms of its design solution and the technical result achieved.
Brief description of the drawings
[0024] The claimed technical solution is illustrated by drawings, where
Fig. 1 is a variant of realization of the coupling node. Implementation according
to the claimed solution with a mounting part. This mounting part is provided with
a C-shaped profile;
Fig. 2 - embodiment of the coupling unit. Implementation according to the claimed
solution with a support part. This supporting part is provided with a C-shaped profile;
Fig. 3 - embodiment of the coupling unit. Implementation according to the claimed
solution with a support part integrated into the support surface. This support part
is provided with a C-shaped profile;
FIG. 4 - a variant of practical application of the claimed solution as part of spatial
structures. Where:
- (a) a variant of application of the claimed solution in structures. These structures
are coupled with a supply and exhaust ventilation system;
- (b) a variant of applying the claimed solution in the structures of cornice systems.
[0025] It should be noted that the attached drawings illustrate several specific embodiments
of the invention. And these drawings cannot be considered as limiting the scope of
patent protection.
Feasibility of the Invention
[0026] In the examples of embodiments of the claimed solution shown in the drawings of FIGS.
1-4, the suspended ceiling mount junction assembly is a structure. This structure
consists of a support part 1 and an installation part 2. These parts are interconnected
by a locking connection. The interlocking connection consists of mating elements for
each of the mating parts of the junction. The mating parts form a cushioned joint
together. The mounting and supporting parts are of a profiled construction. These
structures are made of metal, composite or polymeric materials. The materials are
known in the prior art. The materials are applicable for this kind of structures.
[0027] In this case, the mounting part 2 is provided with a mating vertical panel 3. The
mounting part 2 is provided with a horizontal mounting shelf 4. The shelf 4 is located
on the outer side of the mounting part 2. The shelf 4 is intended for mounting and
fixing the suspension flow panels. For example, the panels that are made
- Of plasterboard (gypsum plasterboard);
- Fibreboards (wood-fibreboard) panels;
- WBC (chipboard);
- plywood
[0028] Shelf 4 is made below the level of the upper and above the lower free end of the
vertical panel 3. Shelf 4 is made with the formation of a right angle at the junction
of the vertical panel 3 and the mounting shelf 4. This allows accurate positioning
of the suspended ceiling sheet panels. Positioning of the mounting part of the junction
on the profile structure. And also gives the construction additional rigidity. Below
the mounting flange 4 there is a vertical panel 3. The vertical panel 3 is provided
with a vertically oriented mounting element 5. The element 5 is used for fixing the
external protective covering of the ceiling panels. For example, a layer of plaster
or other similar protective or decorative coating. For this purpose, the mounting
element 5 can be made, for example, in the form of a U-shaped cross-sectional profile
(FIG. 2). This profile contains a transverse, horizontally oriented shelf 6. The shelf
6 is mated with two vertical ribs. One of the ribs represents part of the vertical
panel 3. The vertical panel 3 forms its outer rib 7. And the second, opposing rib
is offset from the first one by the width of the transverse shelf 6. And this opposing
rib is the inner rib 8. The horizontal flange 6 with its inner and outer sides forms
the cavity 9 of the groove. The inner and outer sides are formed by ribs 7 and 8.
The cavity 9 of the groove is open to the bottom. The inner rib is elongated in relation
to the outer rib. The free ends of the ribs are made with bevels 10 of the end surface
of each rib. The free ends of the ribs are made with the side facing outward. This
configuration of the mounting element 5 allows a secure attachment of the outer protective
or decorative layer (outer layer). For example, plaster 11. The plaster 11 is applied
to the mounted panels 12 of the suspended ceiling. The panels are attached to the
mounting shelf 4 from below (Fig. 4).
[0029] According to the claimed solution, the mounting element 5 of the mounting portion
can be made inclined (Fig. 1) with respect to the vertical panel 3. A transverse shelf
6 is made at the lower free end of the vertical panel 3. The transverse shelf 6 is
made in a transverse direction to it. The transverse shelf 6 is made with the formation
of an acute angle between the upper surface of the shelf 6 and the inner surface of
the adjacent vertical panel 3. The transverse shelf 6 is formed by forming an obtuse
angle between the upper surface of the shelf 6 and the outer surface of the vertical
panel 3. The transversal shelf 6 has protrusions on both sides of the vertical panel
3. The ribs 7 and 8 are made with a slight divergence, which increases downwards.
The ribs 7 and 8 are provided with top flattened support projections 13. The ribs
are provided with protrusions along the lower free end of the outer rib 7 and oppositely
located end on the inner rib 8. Supporting protrusions are counter oriented in the
groove cavity 9. The inner surface of the groove cavity is worked with a relief, toothed
surface 14. As well as the outer surface of the outer rib 7 and the lower surface
of the mounting flange 4 for installation of the suspended ceiling panels. The presence
of oppositely oriented supporting protrusions 13 in the alignment of the groove 9
allows the use of the mounting element for fixing the plaster. And allows the use
of the mounting element for fixing similar coatings. In this case, an even outer layer
is formed in the alignment of the mounting element. In the alignment, where the protrusions
13, on the one hand, allow to align the outer layer. And on the other hand, the protrusions
13 serve as a strengthening element of the connection of the body of the mounting
element. The hardening with the plaster inserted in the groove. Or hardening with
another similar coating introduced. The adhesion of the housing elements of the mounting
element groove, with the plaster layer introduced, is strengthened by the toothed
surface 14. The adhesion is strengthened by working through the inner surfaces of
the groove. As it is presented in the example of the implementation of the claimed
invention in the drawing of Fig. 1.
[0030] The outer grooving of the surfaces of the rib 7 of the mounting element and the mounting
flange 4 allows for strengthening the grip of the suspended ceiling panels. The adhesion
of the panels with the above-mentioned coatings. Bonding in longitudinal and transverse
direction. This helps to maintain the integrity of the coating. Including under the
influence of adverse loads. Loads are associated with vibrations. Loads are associated
with longitudinal and shear movements of the mating structures of the suspended ceiling.
Loads are related to the movement of the supporting structures during operation.
[0031] The schematic drawing of Fig. 3 shows an embodiment of the claimed solution. The
mounting element 5 can also be made in the form of a stepped projection 15. This projection
is formed at the free end of the vertical panel 3. The protrusion is formed in its
lower part. Along the lower end of the panel 3, a short shelf 16 is formed. The shelf
is oriented outwardly. The shelf is provided at the outer end with a vertically oriented
downwardly oriented rib 17 of the stepped projection 15. The rib 17 is provided with
a support ledge 13. The rib 17 is provided with the side facing the support surface.
And, the outer and inner surfaces of the rib 17 are worked with a toothed embossed
surface 14. This embodiment of the mounting element is part of a U-shaped profile.
By forming the mounting element 5 with an outward projection, a recess is formed.
A notch is formed on the side of the supporting surface. This notch allows for additional
attachment of the external coating (e.g. plaster). The embossed surface and the protrusion
at the bottom of the rib perform a similar function. The function is indicated for
the previously discussed embodiment. A variant embodiment of the claimed invention
is shown in the drawing of FIG. 1.
[0032] The mounting of the suspended ceiling panels is in the form of a threaded mounting.
The execution of the adjacent mating surfaces of the mounting portion is in the form
of corrugated surfaces. This contributes to a more accurate positioning of the connections.
The embossed structure forms guide channels for the movement of the threaded elements.
The risks of the guide channels deviating from the specified direction are minimized.
Accurate positioning of the suspended ceiling panels as part of the installation structure
contributes to an even distribution of loads on the suspended ceiling structure. This
enhances the effectiveness of minimizing the effects of adverse loads on the ceiling
covering. These loads are caused by vibrations. The loads are caused by shear and
longitudinal movements of the mating ceiling and support structure during use. This
helps to ensure that the integrity of the ceiling covering is maintained. It also
ensures that it can be operated safely.
[0033] At the same time, the fixation of the suspended ceiling panels to the mounting shelf
4 can also be carried out by other methods known from the prior art.
[0034] Supporting 1 part of the claimed design of the junction unit is made with the possibility
of mating with the supporting surface. The support 1 part contains one mating surface.
Thus, in the examples presented in the drawings of Figures 1-3, the support part is
provided with a support 18 vertical shelf. This can be seen in the embodiments presented
in the drawings of Figs. 1 and 2. The vertical shelf is intended to be mounted externally
to the support surface. For example, by means of threaded connections. In the solution
illustrated in the drawing of FIG. H, the support portion is incorporated into the
support surface. The support portion provides a mating with the support surface over
the entire lateral surface of the support portion of the mating assembly. Both of
the above embodiments form a secure connection to the support surface. Both variants
form a reliable connection with uniform distribution of loads over the structure.
The variant, which is presented in the drawing of FIG. H, additionally allows the
support element to be concealed. This contributes to improving the performance characteristics
of the junction design. Because it reduces the number of structural elements. These
elements require masking from direct visual inspection. The elements require camouflage
during direct operation of the suspended ceiling structure.
[0035] The interlocking connection between the support and installation parts of the junction
is designed to be cushioned. This locking connection is made consisting of mating,
reciprocal parts of the connection. Where one of the parts is a horizontally oriented
C-shaped 19 profile. The C-shaped 19 profile has a laterally opening groove cavity.
The C-shaped 19 profile has an inlet 20 opening of the groove cavity. The groove cavity
opening is smaller in area than the area of the side of the groove opening. The C-shaped
profile is box-shaped. The box shape is close to a horizontally oriented parallelepiped.
And the C-shaped profile is provided with an elastic damper 21 with an axial 22 groove.
This groove is coaxial to the inlet opening 20. Any elastic material may be used as
a damper material. Elastic materials are known in the prior art. Elastic materials
are used for similar designs and purposes. For example, the damper may be made of
PVC. Functionally, the damper provides insulation to structural parts. Functionally,
the damper isolates mating elements. The damper functionally isolates mating parts
from each other. Thereby eliminating adverse effects on the ceiling covering structure.
The risk of warping of the structural elements is reduced. The structural elements
of both the junction and the suspended ceiling. And, as a consequence, leveling out
the destruction of the ceiling covering. This damper solution also provides effective
fixation of the mating elements of the locking joint. The damper solution absorbs
unwanted vibrations, shear and longitudinal movements of the mating elements. This
stabilizes the overall construction of the suspended ceiling. It maintains the structural
integrity of the suspended ceiling throughout its entire service life. The outer surface
of the damper is shaped and embossed. The outer surface of the damper is designed
with projections and grooves. Part of the protrusions is formed in the form of movable
whiskers 23. Whiskers are designed to lock the damper in the cavity of the profile
groove. Part of the protrusions is formed in the form of whiskers for more effective
cushioning. Part of the protrusions is formed to compensate external influences on
the junction. Joints in the process of operation at the place of its installation.
The relief surface of the damper is provided with the specified movable whiskers.
This surface dampens shear and longitudinal movements. And also this surface dampens
any types of vibrations and vibration loads. Loads occur in the design of the junction
due to changes in the geometry of the walls.
[0036] Axial groove is an element of fixation of the mating element of the second part of
the locking joint. This groove is made deaf from the back side. And, according to
the implementation examples presented in the drawings of Figs. 1,3, the slot may be
shaped. The axial groove 22 may be provided with an extension in the area of the blind
base of the groove. The expansion is provided to encompass the adjacent protrusion
25 on the locking response member. The width of the groove 22 is selected from the
condition of possibility. On the one hand, to encompass the mating element of the
locking connection. And also the retention of the mating element in the cavity of
the groove. And on the other hand, the possibility of displacement of the flange in
the cavity of the groove. Displacement to compensate for external influences on the
structure. Impacts during the operation of the structure of the junction node and
a suspended ceiling. Implementation of a shaped groove helps to improve the efficiency
of fixation in his cavity mating element locking. Thereby contributes to the effectiveness
of the cushioning effect of the design of the junction as a whole. What is disclosed
in the drawings Fig.1,3.
[0037] The mating part of the locking joint is a horizontal shelf 24. This flange may be
provided at its free end with a rounded protrusion 25 in section. As follows from
the presented examples of the implementation of the invention (Figs. 1-3). The protrusion
forms a longitudinal cylindrical surface along the flange of the locking response
element. The length of the horizontal flange of the locking response element is made
higher. The length of the horizontal flange is made higher for fixing the mounting
part of the joining assembly at some distance from the supporting surface. It is made
higher than the length of the adjacent axial slot of the damper of the second lock
junction element. This is possible with the formation of a shadow groove 27. C forming
a shadow groove 27 between the ceiling covering and the supporting surface. The presence
of the shadow groove between the supporting wall and the installation part contributes
to the realization of the compensatory movement of the elements of the lock connection
that are docked. The shadow groove between the supporting wall and the mounting part
faces the supporting surface with an edge. It increases the efficiency of leveling
the impact of adverse loads on the connection of structural elements. The loads are
associated with changes in wall geometry. And with the change of loads of different
kinds of vibrational and vibration influences. In addition, the shadow groove visually
conceals the errors of the mounting connections. This increases the performance characteristics
of the claimed solution. It also increases the performance characteristics of the
structure of the suspended ceiling equipped with it. The damper 21 can be provided
with bends 26 projecting beyond the contour of the C-shaped profile cavity. As can
be seen from the examples of implementation presented in the drawings of Figs. 1-3.
The bends are arranged around the axial slot of the damper. The bends prevent a direct
mating of the metal parts and the housing elements of the mating support and mounting
parts of the mating assembly. And also damping vibrations of the structure during
its operation (Fig. 2). The opening of the bends 26 simplifies the positioning process.
The opening of the bends 26 simplifies the process of positioning the mating element
of the locking joint in the groove. And the presence of the expansion in the area
of the blind base of the groove provides effective fixation of the shelf. Fixation
of the shelf with the protrusion of the locking response element in the cavity of
the groove in operation.
[0038] In embodiments of the claimed solution, the damper in the flange of the groove is
made with a small protrusion. It is a protrusion beyond the outer contour of the C-shaped
hole. These variants are disclosed in the drawings of Figs. 1 and 3. The damper is
provided with internal and external bevels. The bevels are for inserting the retention
element into the cavity of the damper groove. These bevels on the protrusions increase
the ease of positioning the shelf of the locking element. The bevels increase the
ease of positioning when inserting it into the groove cavity. The bevels increase
the ease of insertion. This is the result of the spaces formed by the bevels. And
also as a result of the mobility of the flexible damper projections. The presence
of the projections and making them flexible and movable allows for reliable isolation
of the mating metal elements of the structure from each other.
[0039] Each of the above response elements of the locking connection can be installed on
both the supporting and the mounting parts. (Figures 1-3) This follows from the embodiments
of the claimed solution. Each mating element may be installed with the mandatory formation
of a mating pair of the locking connection on the mating parts of the mating assembly.
Thus, the drawing in Fig. 1 shows a variant of implementation with the placement of
a C-shaped profile with a damper on the mounting part. In its upper part, on the side
that faces the supporting surface. In this case, one of the end surfaces of the C-shaped
profile lies on the continuation of the vertical panel 3. And the lower part of the
profile lies on the continuation of the horizontal mounting flange 4. The solutions
shown in the drawings of Figs. 2 and 3 illustrate embodiments of the claimed solution
with the arrangement of the C-shaped profile with the damper. Also, the solutions
illustrate variants with the arrangement on the support portion of the docking assembly.
In the solution that is illustrated in the drawing of FIG. 2, the C-shaped profile
is made on a continuation of the backing plate and is made at the bottom of the backing
plate. Examples of implementation illustrate possible practical applications of the
claimed solution as part of spatial structures.
Examples are shown in the drawings of FIG. 4
[0040] For example, FIG. 4a) represents a variant application of the claimed structure as
part of a suspended ceiling installation solution in a space. This space is provided
with a supply and exhaust ventilation system. The support portion is arranged around
the exhaust housing elements of the ventilation system. The support part is provided
with a C-shaped profile with a damper. And the mounting part is provided with the
mating part of the locking connection. The mating part of the locking connector in
the form of a shelf with a cylindrical protrusion. The flange is provided with a straight
U
profile with a groove in the lower part. Support and mounting part is connected to
each other by a vertical panel. This solution allows:
- align the level of the ceiling covering and the hood;
- Ensure that the coupled construction elements are isolated;
- minimize the risk of the vibrations of the extraction system influencing the statics
of the ceiling.
- Form any spatial solutions. Solutions with any configuration. Including closed contours.
[0041] The supporting part of the junction is attached to the supporting surface. For example,
by screwing the support panel to the supporting wall (Fig.1, 2). Or by mounting the
support panel into the support surface (Fig.Z). The mounting part is connected to
the support part by mating the elements of the locking connection:
- The damper and the flange of the mating element;
- by inserting the flange of the mating part into the groove of the damper
[0042] Shock-absorbing connection of the coupling unit is formed. Ceiling cover panels are
fastened to the mounting flange of the mounting part from below. Fix the ceiling covering
panels with self-tapping screws. Cover the panels from below with an exterior coating.
For example, plaster, which is fixed and aligned along the panels and ribs of the
installation unit of the mounting part of the junction. With the introduction of plaster
in the cavity of the mounting element (Figs. 1, 2). Or with the introduction of a
stepped projection in the similar recess (Fig. 3). With a change in the geometry of
the walls vibration-, oscillation- or other loads arise. The elastic damper absorbs
these effects due to the material properties and configuration of the structure. The
damper has a raised surface and flexible whiskers. The damper also absorbs the impact
by allowing a corrective displacement of the flange of the locking element in the
cavity of the damper groove. Thus, the stability of the structure of the ceiling web
is ensured.
[0043] Thus, the claimed solution eliminates the disadvantages known from the prior art
solutions. And the claimed solution increases the reliability of the mounting assembly
of the suspended ceiling. Increase by cushioning the aforementioned adverse effects
on the structure of the suspended ceiling and its attachment node. And, as a consequence,
increasing the stability of the suspended ceiling to the loads. Stresses occur during
use. This simultaneously enhances the performance characteristics of the suspended
ceiling and the ease of installation. The stated solution is easy and ergonomic to
use.
[0044] The technology can be applied in any system. In systems where similar suspended coverings
are used (ceilings, walls, advertising structures, etc.).
[0045] The above disclosed embodiments of the claimed solution should be considered as examples
which do not limit the scope of patent protection. Consider as explanatory features
disclosed in the attached claims.
1. Mounting assembly for suspended ceiling units comprising:
- a connecting unit with connecting elements,
- a support member,
- the support member comprises a fastening means for fastening a support surface,
- the connection unit comprises an attachment part,
- the attachment part is provided with a means for joining to the surface of the ceiling
panels,
- the attachment part has shock-absorbing elements having mating parts,
- the mating parts are provided with coupling elements,
- the coupling elements are formed with counterparts and fastening parts,
- one of the counterparts is provided with an open cavity in the form of C-profile
and a damper,
- the damper having locking elements with locking points,
- the counterpart is located on a second part of the coupling.
2. Mounting assembly according to claim 1, wherein the C-profile has an outer contour,
wherein the contour has the shape of a parallelepiped, and wherein an area of a cavity
inlet is smaller than an area of a side of the cavity.
3. Mounting assembly according to claim 1, wherein the damper is provided with a locking
element, wherein the locking element is in the form of a longitudinal slot, the slot
is axisymmetric with respect to an entrance hole of the C-shaped profile cavity, wherein
the slot is open on the opening side of the cavity, and a response element of the
lock connection of the second part of the coupling assembly is made in the form of
a longitudinal flange, and the width and length of the groove are selected in order
to allow coverage of the response element of the lock connection and its retention
in the groove, with a possibility to shift the flange in the groove cavity to compensate
external influences on the construction of the joint.
4. Mounting assembly according to claim 3, wherein the damper is made of a resilient
material and has a relief-like outer surface, the surface has elevations and depressions
over the entire surface and a closed cavity with a C-shaped profile is formed along
the inner surface of the cavity.
5. Mounting assembly according to claim 4, wherein the damper projects beyond the outer
contour of the C-shaped hole in the groove orientation, and that the damper is provided
with inner and outer bevels.
6. Mounting assembly according to claim 4, wherein that the damper is provided with bends
projecting beyond the outer contour of the C-section, and that the bends extend along
the flange of the damper groove and around the flange of the C-section cavity inlet.
7. Mounting assembly according to claim 3, wherein that the longitudinal flange of the
second part of the locking connection is additionally provided with a projection at
the free end.
8. Mounting assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein a mounting part is
provided with at least one outer horizontal mounting plate for fastening the suspended
ceiling, wherein the mounting part is provided with a vertical mounting element for
fastening an outer cover of the suspended ceiling panels, wherein the panels are joined
together with a vertical panel directed downwardly that a vertical panel arranged
below the mounting panel, along the side of the mounting panel, faces the supporting
surface.
9. Mounting assembly according to claim 8, wherein that the fitting part is provided
with a C-profile,
in that the profile is provided with a damper with a locking element for the longitudinal
flange of the locking element, and that the locking element is attached to the support
part.
10. Mounting assembly according to claim 8, wherein that the carrier section is provided
with a C-profile, wherein the profile is provided with a damper with a locking element
for the longitudinal flange of the locking element, and wherein the locking element
is attached to the fitting part.
11. Mounting assembly according to claim 10, wherein that the upper support part is provided
with a supporting vertical shelf, and wherein the shelf is connected to the rear side
of the C-section.
12. Mounting assembly according to claim 10, wherein that the support part is formed as
a C-profile and wherein the C-profile is built into the carrier part.
13. Mounting assembly according to claim 9, wherein a vertical fastening element of the
fastening part is arranged below the plane of the fastening flange, in that the fastening
element is designed as a U-shaped cross-sectional profile, in that the profile includes
a transverse flange that the transverse flange is connected by vertical ribs, in that
one rib forms part of the vertical plate, in that the second, opposite rib is offset
from the first rib by the width of the transverse flange, and that the rib is an inner
rib.
14. Mounting assembly according to claim 13, wherein that the vertical fastening element
of the mounting assembly has the shape of a U-shaped profile, in that the profile
is arranged obliquely to the vertical plate, in that the profile is located below
the plane of the fastening flange, in that the transverse flange with lateral projections
is formed in the lower free end of the vertical flange, that the vertical, outer and
inner ribs are slightly divergent, and that the divergence increases toward the bottom.
15. Mounting assembly according to claim 9, wherein in that the fastener is in the form
of a stepped projection, wherein the projection is formed at the free end of the vertical
plate, wherein the projection at its lower end is in the form of a short outwardly
directed plate, wherein the flange has a vertical, downwardly directed rib at its
outer end, wherein the rib is supported on the side, and that the side faces the bearing
surface.
16. Mounting assembly according to any one of claims 8-15, wherein that the flange length
of the locking element and the length of the slot of the damper are designed such
that a shadow groove can be formed, wherein the shadow groove is located between a
rib of the fastening element of the fastening part facing the bearing surface and
the bearing surface.
17. Mounting assembly according to any one of claims 8 to 15, that the underside of the
horizontal flange and/or the inner and/or the outer surface of the fastening element
is provided with a raised, toothed surface.