Holding device

Abstract

Holding device (1) for holding at least one decorative object (2) on a window frame, such that the decorative object (2) projects at least partially into a window opening enclosed by the window frame, characterized by at least one elongated holding profile (3) that can be arranged on the window frame, which has at least one holding receptacle (5) on at least one longitudinal side (4) for partially receiving the decorative object (2), and at least one clamping mechanism (7) for clamping the holding device (1) between two opposing frame elements of the window frame, wherein the clamping mechanism (7) has at least one clamping element (23, 24) arranged axially adjustably on an axial end section of the holding profile (3).

Description

Technical area

[0001] The invention relates to a holding device for holding at least one decorative object on a window frame in such a way that the decorative object protrudes at least partially into a window opening enclosed by the window frame. State of the art

[0002] It is known to arrange decorative objects on the inside of a window so that they are visible from the outside. For example, it is known to hang decorative objects from an upper frame element of a window frame or to place them on a lower frame element of the window frame. It is also known to attach decorative objects to a window pane.

[0003] A disadvantage of all these known variants for arranging decorative items on a window is that adhesives and / or adhesive strips are used and brought into contact with the window. These adhesive residues, once the decorative items or the retaining components holding the decorative items are removed from the window, are left behind on the window. These adhesive residues are difficult to remove. Such removal of decorative items from a window can occur, for example, to exchange decorative items for other decorative items, for example, depending on the season, or to clean the window. Disclosure of the invention

[0004] One object of the invention is to create a way to attach decorative items to windows in a way that is gentle on the windows and easy to do.

[0005] This object is achieved by the independent claim. Advantageous embodiments are presented in the dependent claims, the following description, and the figures, whereby these embodiments, each taken individually or in combination of at least two of these embodiments, may represent an advantageous and / or further developing aspect of the invention.

[0006] A holding device according to the invention for holding at least one decorative object on a window frame in such a way that the decorative object protrudes at least partially into a window opening enclosed by the window frame, has at least one elongated holding profile which can be arranged on the window frame and which has at least one holding receptacle on at least one long side for partially receiving the decorative object, and at least one clamping mechanism for clamping the holding device between two opposing frame elements of the window frame, wherein the clamping mechanism has at least one clamping element which is arranged axially adjustable on an axial end section of the holding profile.

[0007] According to the invention, at least one decorative object, for example in the form of a so-called window picture or the like, can be arranged on a window or its window frame by means of the clamping mechanism clamping the holding device between two oppositely arranged frame elements of the window frame and the decorative object being partially inserted, for example plugged, into the holding receptacle of the holding profile. In contrast to the prior art described above, no adhesive is required for arranging the decorative object on the window, which would entail the disadvantages mentioned above. The holding device can be held in place by actuating the clamping mechanism orAn axial adjustment of the clamping element allows for a shortening of the clamping element, so that the clamping between the holding device and the window frame is released. The holding device can then be removed from the window frame without leaving any residue and thus without damaging the window, for example, to clean the window. The clamping mechanism also allows for easy attachment of the decorative item to the window.

[0008] The retaining profile can be arranged directly adjacent to a horizontally or vertically running frame element of the window frame, wherein the retaining profile can be arranged running parallel to this frame element. The retaining profile can, for example, be an additively manufactured component. Alternatively, the retaining profile can, for example, be an injection-molded component. The retaining profile can, for example, be made partially or completely from wood, a metal, for example aluminum, a metal alloy, a plastic or a plastic composite material. The retaining profile can, for example, be designed essentially as a square profile. The retaining profile can, for example, have a chamfer running over its axial length, which can serve to accommodate a window sealing bead of the window, whereby the retaining device can be arranged closer to a window pane of the window.

[0009] The retaining receptacle of the retaining profile can, for example, be slot-shaped and extend in the axial direction of the retaining profile. Two or more retaining receptacles arranged axially and / or transversely to the longitudinal extent of the retaining profile can also be formed on the retaining profile, offset from one another.

[0010] The clamping mechanism preferably serves to adjust an overall axial length of the holding device so that a clamping connection between the holding device and a window frame can be established or removed by actuating the clamping mechanism. The clamping allows the holding device to be secured to the window frame purely mechanically. In addition, the adjustability of the overall axial length of the holding device allows the holding device to be adapted to the respective size of the window frame to a limited extent. The clamping mechanism can, for example, be provided with a self-locking device so that it can be reliably prevented that the clamping element adjusts axially on its own or in an uncontrolled manner due to the prevailing clamping forces, which could cause the holding device to become unintentionally detached from the window frame.

[0011] The clamping element can, for example, be arranged so as to be directly actuable in order to be able to adjust the clamping element axially. Alternatively, the clamping mechanism can, for example, have at least one actuating element that interacts with the clamping element and whose actuation enables the clamping element to be axially adjusted. The clamping element can, for example, be an additively manufactured component or a cast component. The clamping element can, for example, be made partially or entirely from wood, a metal, for example aluminum, a metal alloy, a plastic, or a plastic composite material. The clamping mechanism can also have at least one clamping element arranged so as to be axially adjustable at each axial end section of the retaining profile.

[0012] The holding device according to the invention can also be designed to hold two or more decorative objects of the same or different design. The holding device does not need to be removed from the window to open, for example, tilt, a window.

[0013] According to an advantageous embodiment, the clamping mechanism comprises at least one bearing block connected to the axial end section of the retaining profile and having at least one axial threaded bore, wherein the clamping element is designed as a screw or threaded bolt and is screwed into the threaded bore. This represents, in particular, a structurally simple and cost-effective embodiment of the clamping mechanism. The bearing block can, for example, be made partially or entirely from wood, a metal, for example, aluminum, a metal alloy, a plastic, or a plastic composite material. The bearing block can, for example, be an additively manufactured component or a cast component.

[0014] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the bearing block is connected to the retaining profile via a plug-in connection. This simplifies the manufacture and assembly of the retaining device. The plug-in connection can, for example, be designed such that the bearing block can be at least partially inserted into the axial end section of the retaining profile. For example, by forming a press fit, via which the bearing block is captively connected to the retaining profile. Alternatively, the axial end section of the retaining profile can be at least partially inserted into the bearing block.

[0015] According to a further advantageous embodiment, at least one elastic buffer element is arranged at an axial end of the clamping element, which is arranged facing away from the retaining profile. This allows the clamping element to be supported indirectly on the respective frame element of the window frame via the elastic buffer element, thus reliably preventing the frame element from being damaged by direct contact with the clamping element. The elastic buffer element can, for example, be made partially or entirely of an elastomer. The elastic buffer element can, for example, be circular disk-shaped or spherical.

[0016] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the retaining receptacle extends over the entire length of the retaining profile. This allows, for example, two or more decorative items of the same or different design to be arranged in a row along the retaining profile. The retaining receptacle can, for example, be designed as an elongated slot.

[0017] According to a further advantageous embodiment, at least one lamp receptacle running parallel to the receptacle is arranged on the long side of the holding profile on which the holding receptacle is arranged, such that when the holding device is arranged on the window frame, the lamp receptacle is arranged closer to a window pane held by the window frame than the holding receptacle. If a lamp is inserted into the lamp receptacle and activated, a decorative object arranged on the holding profile can be backlit, in particular, which is accompanied by a particularly attractive appearance of the assembly formed from the holding device and the decorative object. The lamp receptacle can, for example, extend over the entire length of the holding profile. The lamp receptacle can be longer or shorter than the holding receptacle, or have the same length as the holding receptacle.

[0018] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the holding device has at least one illuminant that can be arranged in the illuminant receptacle. The illuminant can, for example, comprise at least one light-emitting diode (LED). Preferably, the illuminant receptacle and the illuminant are designed and coordinated with one another in such a way that the illuminant arranged in the illuminant receptacle is not directly visible, in particular to avoid glare from the light emanating from the illuminant. The holding device can, for example, also have two or more corresponding illuminants.

[0019] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the light source is designed as an LED light strip. This represents a design of the light source that is easy to insert into the light source holder. The LED light strip can, for example, comprise several LEDs arranged in a row. The LED light strip can, for example, extend over the entire length of the light source holder or over part of this length. The LED light strip can, for example, extend over the entire length of the support profile or over part of this length.

[0020] According to a further advantageous embodiment, the holding device has at least one at least partially transparent cover with which the lamp receptacle can be closed. Due to the transparency of the cover, light generated by the lamp arranged in the lamp receptacle can pass through the cover. The cover can, for example, be designed in such a way that it changes a characteristic of the light generated by the lamp. For example, the cover can be designed in such a way, in particular opaque, that it generates diffuse light. In addition, the cover arranged on the holding profile prevents dirt from getting into the lamp receptacle, which could, among other things, impair the luminosity of the holding device. The cover can, for example, be connectable to the holding profile via a plug connection.The cover can, for example, be partially or completely inserted into the lamp holder. The cover can, for example, be structurally matched to the support profile in such a way that a clamp fit can be created between the support profile and the cover attached to it. The cover can, for example, be made partially or completely of plastic or glass.

[0021] In the following, the invention is explained by way of example with reference to the attached figures using a preferred embodiment, wherein the features explained below can represent an advantageous and / or further developing aspect of the invention both individually and in different combinations with one another. Short description of the characters

[0022] It shows: Fig. 1 is a schematic and perspective exploded view of an embodiment of a holding device according to the invention; and Fig. 2 a schematic and perspective representation of the Fig. 1 shown holding device in assembled state. Detailed description of the characters

[0023] In the figures, identical or functionally identical components are provided with the same reference numerals. A repeated description of such components may be omitted in detail to avoid unnecessary repetition.

[0024] Fig. 1 shows a schematic and perspective exploded view of an embodiment of a holding device 1 according to the invention for holding at least one decorative object 2 on a window frame (not shown), such that the decorative object 2 protrudes at least partially into a window opening (not shown) enclosed by the window frame. In Fig. 1 shows two differently designed decorative objects 2 in the form of flat and planar window decorations. The decorative objects 2 are shown in the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 merely to illustrate the function of the holding device 1. However, the decorative objects 2 are not to be understood as parts of the holding device 1.

[0025] The holding device 1 has an elongated holding profile 3 which can be arranged on the window frame and which is fixed to the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 has a holding receptacle 5 for partially receiving the respective decorative object 2, as shown in Fig. 2. The retaining receptacle 5 extends over the entire length of the retaining profile 3.

[0026] The retaining profile 3 is essentially designed as a square profile. The retaining profile 3 has a bevel 6 running along its entire axial length, which serves to accommodate a window sealing bead (not shown) of a window (not shown) that has the window frame, whereby the retaining device 1 can be arranged closer to a window pane (not shown) of the window. The retaining profile 3 can, for example, have the same cross-sectional area over its longitudinal extent, so that the retaining profile 3 can be cut to length to adapt the retaining device 1 to the respective spatial conditions without impairing its function and effectiveness.

[0027] In addition, the holding device 1 has a clamping mechanism 7 for clamping the holding device 1 between two opposing frame elements of the window frame (not shown).

[0028] The clamping mechanism 7 has a Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 left shown axial end section of the holding profile 1 connectable bearing block 8 with a not shown axial threaded hole and a with a in the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 has a bearing block 9 with an axial threaded bore 10 that can be connected to the axial end section of the holding profile 1 shown on the right.

[0029] The respective bearing block 8 or 9 can be connected to the holding profile 3 via a plug connection. In particular, the respective bearing block 8 or 9 can be partially inserted into the respective axial end section of the holding profile 3, as shown in Fig. 2. For this purpose, the respective bearing block 8 or 9 has a tapered insertion section 11 and an insertion projection 12 arranged below and at a distance from the insertion section 11. At a Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 On the side wall 13 of the holding profile 3 shown below, a plug-in receptacle 14 is arranged, into which the plug-in projection 12 can be inserted, for example in a form-fitting manner.

[0030] The plug-in receptacle 14 can be used alternatively or additionally to axially connect two, for example identically designed, retaining profiles 3 to one another, for example in order to be able to adapt the axial length of the retaining device 1 to the respective conditions. In this case, a rod-shaped connecting element (not shown) can be provided, which can be inserted, on the one hand, preferably in a form-fitting manner, into the plug-in receptacle 14 of one retaining profile 3 and, preferably in a form-fitting manner, into the plug-in receptacle (not shown) of the further retaining profile (not shown) arranged facing this retaining profile 3.

[0031] In addition, the respective bearing block 8 or 9 has, on its side facing away from the retaining profile 3, an end section 15 whose cross-sectional area has an outer contour that essentially corresponds to an outer contour of the cross-sectional area of ​​the retaining profile 3. The respective bearing block 8 or 9 is formed in one piece or monolithically.

[0032] On the longitudinal side 4 of the holding profile 1, on which the holding receptacle 5 is arranged, there is also arranged a lamp receptacle 16 which runs parallel to the holding receptacle 5 and is larger in cross section than the holding receptacle 5, such that the lamp receptacle 16, when the holding device 1 is arranged on the window frame, is arranged closer to a window glass (not shown) held by the window frame than the holding receptacle 5. The lamp receptacle 16 has a rectangular cross-sectional area. The tapered insertion section 11 of the respective bearing block 8 or 9 can be inserted, for example in a form-fitting manner, into the respective axial end section of the lamp receptacle 16, as shown in Fig. 2 is shown.

[0033] The holding device 1 further comprises a lighting means 17 which can be arranged in the lighting means receptacle 16 and which is designed as an LED light strip, the length of which is at least twice the axial length of the respective insertion section 11 shorter than the axial length of the lighting means receptacle 16 and the holding profile 3. The lighting means 17 can be supplied with electrical energy, for example, via a cable (not shown) or a battery (not shown).

[0034] Furthermore, the holding device 1 has a transparent cover 18 with which the lamp holder 16 can be closed, as shown in Fig. 2. The cover 18 is U-shaped in cross-section and thus has two parallel legs 19 and a web 20 connecting the two legs 19 on one side. The legs 19 can be inserted into the lamp holder 16, as shown in Fig. 2 is shown.

[0035] In the transition area between the bridge 20 and the viewer of Fig. 1 facing the leg 20 of the cover 18, there is arranged an outwardly projecting bead 21 extending over the axial length of the cover 18, which, when the cover 18 is arranged on the holding profile 3, is arranged on top of a Fig. 1 facing side wall 22 of the holding profile 3, as shown in Fig. 2 is shown.

[0036] An axial length of the cover 18 is at least twice the axial length of the respective insertion section 11 shorter than the axial length of the lamp holder 16 and the holding profile 3.

[0037] The clamping mechanism 7 has a Fig. 1 left shown axial end section of the holding profile 3 axially adjustable arranged clamping element 23 and on the in Fig. 1 axially adjustable clamping element 24 is arranged in the axial end section of the holding profile 3 shown on the right. The respective clamping element 23 or 24 is designed as a screw which can be screwed into the threaded bore 10 of the respective bearing block 8 or 9, as shown in Fig. 2 is shown.

[0038] At an axial end of the respective clamping element 23 or 24, which is arranged facing away from the holding profile 3, a substantially circular elastic buffer element 25 can be arranged, as shown in Fig. 2 is shown.

[0039] Fig. 2 shows a schematic and perspective view of the Fig. 1 in the assembled state. Furthermore, the decorative objects 2 are shown partially inserted into the holding receptacle 5.

[0040] In addition, Fig.2 shows that the bearing blocks 8 and 9 are partially inserted into the holding profile 3, the cover 18 is partially inserted into the holding profile 3, the clamping elements 23 and 24 are screwed into the bearing blocks 8 and 8 respectively and the elastic buffer elements 25 are arranged at the axial end of the clamping elements 23 and 24. List of reference symbols 1 holding device 2 decorative items 3 Holding profile 4 long side of 3 5 Holding bracket on 3 6 chamfer on 3 7 clamping mechanism 8 bearing block 9 bearing block 10 threaded hole at 8, 9 11 Insert section of 8, 9 12 insertion projection of 8, 9 13 side wall of 3 14 plug-in socket on 13 15 End section of 8, 9 16 lamp holder on 3 17 light bulbs 18 Cover 19 legs of 18 20 bridges of 18 21 bulge of 18 22 side wall of 3 23 clamping element 24 clamping element 25 Buffer element

Claims

[1] Holding device (1) for holding at least one decorative object (2) on a window frame, such that the decorative object (2) protrudes at least partially into a window opening enclosed by the window frame, characterized by at least one elongated holding profile (3) which can be arranged on the window frame and which has at least one holding receptacle (5) on at least one longitudinal side (4) for partially receiving the decorative object (2), and at least one clamping mechanism (7) for clamping the holding device (1) between two opposing frame elements of the window frame, wherein the clamping mechanism (7) has at least one clamping element (23, 24) which is arranged axially adjustably on an axial end section of the holding profile (3). [2] Holding device (1) according to claim 1, characterized bythat the clamping mechanism (7) has at least one bearing block (8, 9) connected to the axial end section of the holding profile (3) and having at least one axial threaded bore (10), wherein the clamping element (23, 24) is designed as a screw or threaded bolt and is screwed into the threaded bore (10). [3] Holding device (1) according to claim 2, characterized by that the bearing block (8, 9) is connected to the holding profile (3) via a plug connection. [4] Holding device (1) according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized by that at least one elastic buffer element (25) is arranged at an axial end of the clamping element (23, 24) which is arranged facing away from the holding profile (3). [5] Holding device (1) according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by that the holding receptacle (5) extends over the entire length of the holding profile (3). [6] Holding device (1) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized bythat on the longitudinal side (4) of the holding profile (3), on which the holding receptacle (5) is arranged, at least one lamp receptacle (16) running parallel to the holding receptacle (5) is arranged, such that the lamp receptacle (16) is arranged closer to a window glass held by the window frame than the holding receptacle (5) when the holding device (1) is arranged on the window frame. [7] Holding device (1) according to claim 6, characterized by at least one illuminant (17) which can be arranged in the illuminant holder (16). [8] Holding device (1) according to claim 7, characterized by that the light source (17) is designed as an LED light bar. [9] Holding device (1) according to claim 7 or 8, characterized by at least one at least partially transparent cover (18) with which the lamp holder (16) can be closed.

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