Arrangement system for guiding a movable furniture component

Abstract

The present invention relates to an arrangement system (1) for guiding a movable furniture component (2) on a fixed furniture component (3), the fixed furniture component preferably being a furniture body, and the movable furniture component preferably being a sliding door or a folding sliding door. The arrangement system comprises: at least one guiding system (4, 5) to be fixed on the fixed furniture component (3); a carrier (6) on which the movable furniture component (2) is pivotally mounted or can be pivotally mounted; a compensation device (7) for compensating for tilting moments of the carrier (6) or the movable furniture component (2) arranged on the carrier about a tilting axis via restoring torque, the compensation device (7) including at least one cable traction device (8) having at least one cable (8a); and a cable tensioning device (9) for tensioning the at least one cable (8a), the cable tensioning device (9) including a display device (10) for displaying cable tension.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an arrangement system for guiding movable furniture components on fixed furniture components, preferably furniture bodies, and movable furniture components preferably sliding doors or folding sliding doors. The invention also relates to furniture having this arrangement system and a method for assembling the arrangement system. Background Technology

[0002] A known arrangement system for guiding movable furniture components on fixed furniture components, preferably furniture bodies, and movable furniture components preferably sliding doors or folding sliding doors, comprises: at least one guiding system to be fixed to the fixed furniture component; a carrier on which the movable furniture component is pivotally mounted or can be pivotally mounted; a compensation device for compensating for tilting moments about a tilting axis of the carrier or the movable furniture component arranged on the carrier via a restoring torque, the compensation device including at least one cable traction device having at least one cable; and a cable tensioning device for tensioning the at least one cable. A disadvantage of this solution according to the prior art is that the exact tension of the cable can only be checked very difficultly or not at all. If the cable is not sufficiently tensioned or is too tight, it will negatively affect the function of the cable traction device. In the worst case, the cable traction device may malfunction, which can lead to damage to the movable furniture component and / or the fixed furniture component or the furniture itself. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The object of the present invention is to avoid the above-mentioned disadvantages of the prior art and to provide an improved arrangement system for guiding movable furniture components, preferably sliding doors or folding sliding doors on fixed furniture components, preferably furniture bodies, compared with the prior art; to provide furniture having at least one of the arrangement systems; and to provide a method for assembling the arrangement system.

[0004] The above objectives are achieved by the technical solution according to the present invention.

[0005] According to the present invention, the cable tensioning device includes a housing and a display device having an indicator that is visible within the housing when the cable tension is within a predetermined acceptable range. The display device allows reading whether the cable tension is within a range suitable for the function of the cable traction device. If so, the cable can be secured and thus held under tension. Therefore, monitoring the cable tension via the display device significantly simplifies the assembly and inspection of the arrangement system according to the present invention.

[0006] A type of furniture according to the invention is also provided, comprising at least one fixed furniture component, at least one movable furniture component, and at least one arrangement system according to the invention. Preferably, the furniture includes at least one vertical shaft-shaped cavity in which the at least one movable furniture component can be arranged.

[0007] A method for assembling an arrangement system as described herein is also provided according to the present invention, wherein, - In the first method step, the at least one guiding system is fixed to the fixed furniture component. - In the second method step, the carrier is kinematically coupled to the at least one guidance system, and - In the third method step, the cable of the cable traction device is tensioned by means of the cable tensioning device.

[0008] A particularly preferred embodiment is one in which the display device includes a display element with an indicator. This allows for a simple implementation of the display device.

[0009] The display device may be specified as follows: the display device includes an accumulator, which is preferably a spring, particularly preferably a tension spring, wherein the accumulator applies force to the display element.

[0010] It may also be specified that the display element includes a tensioning element, and the display element is operatively connected to the at least one cable via the tensioning element, preferably in a direct operative connection.

[0011] This allows for simple coupling between the display element and the cable.

[0012] In one embodiment of the invention, the display element may be configured as a single unit. This facilitates the simple structure and low-cost manufacturing of the arrangement system according to the invention.

[0013] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the cable tensioning device may be specified as follows: the cable tensioning device includes at least two fixing elements for fixing the at least one cable.

[0014] Furthermore, it may be specified that the cable tensioning device includes at least one operating element, preferably at least two operating elements, for manipulating the fixed element.

[0015] This allows for simple securing of the cable.

[0016] Preferably, the cable tensioning device includes a housing, and particularly preferably, multiple components of the cable tensioning device and / or the display device are arranged at least partially inside the housing.

[0017] Thus, the housing protects multiple components of the cable tensioning device and / or the display device from external influences, particularly from transport damage or similar effects.

[0018] Alternatively, the housing may include a cable guide for guiding the at least one cable. This allows for simple and low-cost cable guidance within the area of ​​the cable tensioning device.

[0019] A particularly preferred embodiment may be provided as follows: in addition to the at least one cable traction device, it also includes at least one pivot mechanism, wherein the at least one pivot mechanism comprises at least two pivot rods that are hinged to each other, and the at least two pivot rods are pivotable relative to each other when the carrier moves on the fixed furniture component.

[0020] Regarding the method according to the present invention, it can be specified as follows: the third method step includes the following steps: Insert the cable into the cable tensioning device. Tension the cable until the display device confirms that there is sufficient cable tension. -The tensioned cable is secured by means of the at least two fixing elements of the cable tensioning device, and - The cable end of the cable is stored in or on the carrier. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Further details and advantages of the invention are described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Figure 1 Furniture with an arrangement system according to the present invention is shown in perspective view. Figure 2 An exploded view of furniture having the arrangement system according to the present invention is shown in perspective. Figure 3 A portion of furniture having an arrangement system according to the invention is shown. Figure 4 An exploded view of the cable tensioning device according to the present invention is shown. Figures 5a to 5h A perspective front view of the cable tensioning device according to the invention is shown during one step of the method according to the invention. Figures 6a to 6h A perspective rear view of the cable tensioning device according to the invention during a step of the method according to the invention is shown, and Figure 7 A flowchart of the method according to the present invention is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0022] Figure 1A perspective view schematically shows furniture 100, which may include different components, such as multiple compartments inside furniture 100. Fixed furniture component 3 is formed from the furniture body.

[0023] A cavity 101 is provided on the side of the furniture 100, and the cavity is formed by two furniture walls 101a spaced apart from each other. A movable furniture component 2 in the form of a folding sliding door can be recessed into the cavity 101 in the folded state. When the folding sliding door is unfolded, it covers the interior of the furniture 100.

[0024] The folding sliding door consists of two cover panels, which are arranged according to... Figure 1 The parts are folded together at the designated position. From this folded position, the folding sliding door 2 can be moved to the unfolded position, in which the partial cover plates are arranged at an angle greater than 0°.

[0025] Another component of furniture 100 (e.g., a cabinet) is disposed adjacent to cavity 101. If the folding sliding door is in the unfolded position and the other component of furniture 100 is closed, the folding sliding door and the other component of furniture 100 form a continuous front panel of furniture.

[0026] Figure 2 An exploded view of furniture 100 having an arrangement system 1 according to the invention is shown in perspective. For better understanding, the second furniture wall 101a of the cavity 101 is not shown. The folding sliding door is visible in its fully extended position. Two guide systems 4 and 5 and the furniture wall 3 are also visible. The carrier 6 is also visible.

[0027] Figure 3 A portion of furniture 100 having the arrangement system 1 according to the invention is shown. The carrier 6, which is movably mounted on the two guide systems 1, 5, can also be seen.

[0028] Also shown is a compensation device 7 consisting of a cable traction device 8 and a pivot mechanism 12. The pivot mechanism consists of a first pivot 12a and a second pivot 12b. The first pivot 12a is arranged on the guide system 4 and movably arranged on the carrier 6. The second pivot 12b is arranged on the carrier 6 and centrally arranged on the first pivot 12a. The cable traction device 8 includes a cable 8a and a guide roller 8b, which are arranged on the furniture wall 101a and / or on one of the two guide systems 1 and 5.

[0029] The cable tensioning device 9 is located on the back of the carrier 6 and is therefore not visible.

[0030] Figure 4An exploded view of the cable tensioning device 9 according to the present invention is shown. The base 9c is visible, on which the display element 11 is rotatably mounted.

[0031] The display element 11 includes an indicator 11a, a tensioning element 11b, and a joystick 11c. In this embodiment, the display element 11 is integrally formed. However, a display element with multiple components may also be provided.

[0032] In this embodiment, the integrated display element 11 is designed to have the same color as the indicator 11a. However, it is also possible to specify that the indicator 11a has a special color or a sticker, etc.

[0033] Force is applied to the display element 11 via the accumulator 10a (tension spring). The display element 11 can be manually rotated via the joystick 11c.

[0034] The housing 9d, which includes the groove 10b, is also visible. In an assembled state with sufficient cable tension, the indicator 11a is visible in the groove 10b.

[0035] A fixing element 9a is also formed on the base 9a. The second fixing element 9a is arranged on the first fixing element 9a via an actuating element 9b in the form of a screw. The cable can be clamped between the fixing elements 9a and thus secured.

[0036] Figures 5a to 5h A perspective front view of the cable tensioning device according to the invention is shown during one step of the method according to the invention. Figures 6a to 6h This shows its perspective rear view.

[0037] Figures 5a to 5f and Figures 6a to 6f This illustrates how cable 8a is introduced into cable tensioning device 9. Cable 8a first passes through an opening in housing 9d and is then introduced into housing 9d ( Figures 5a to 5c or Figures 6a to 6c The housing 9d also serves as a cable guide for the cable 8a.

[0038] exist Figures 6a to 6c The substrate 9c is not shown in the image. It is evident that the display element 11 has not moved.

[0039] In the next step, the display element 11 rotates against the force applied by the accumulator 10a via the lever 11c. Then, the cable 8a can pass between the indicator 11a and the tensioning element 11b. Figure 5d and 6d ).

[0040] Next, cable 8a passes between clamping elements 9a and exits through housing 9d. Figure 5e / f and 6e / f). Meanwhile, the display element 11 is held in the rotated position via the joystick 11c.

[0041] If cable 8a is arranged in this manner in the cable tensioning device 9, the control lever 11c can be released. Due to the accumulator 10a, the display element 11 rotates back to its original position. Here, the tensioning element 11b presses against the cable 8a, thus forming an operative connection between the display element 11 and the cable 8a. At the same time, the cable 8a is thus slightly clamped, which prevents the cable 8a from slipping out of the cable tensioning device 9, for example, during transportation.

[0042] If cable 8a is now tensioned, the cable presses against tensioning element 11b due to the tension, and here overcomes the force applied by accumulator 10a to rotate display element 11. If the cable tension is high enough, display element 11 is rotated to the point where indicator 11a can be seen through groove 10b. Display device 10 indicates that sufficient cable tension is present.

[0043] The cable can now be secured via clamping element 9a by manipulating operating element 9b while maintaining cable tension. Figure 5g / 6g). In the final step, the cable end of cable 8a can be stored in the opening of carrier 6 ( Figure 5h / 6h).

[0044] Figure 7 A flowchart is shown of a preferred method 200 for assembling the arrangement system 1 according to the invention onto a furniture wall 3. The sequence of method steps 201 to 204 of method 200 is visible.

[0045] List of reference numerals

[0046] 1. Layout System

[0047] 2. Movable furniture components

[0048] 3 Fixed furniture components

[0049] 4. Boot System

[0050] 5. Boot System

[0051] 6. Carrier

[0052] 7. Compensation equipment

[0053] 8. Cable traction equipment

[0054] 8a cable

[0055] 8b guide roller

[0056] 9. Cable tensioning equipment

[0057] 9a Fixed element

[0058] 9b Control element

[0059] 9c matrix

[0060] 9d housing

[0061] 10 Display devices

[0062] 10a Accumulator

[0063] 10b Groove

[0064] 11 Display elements

[0065] 11a Indicator

[0066] 11b Tensioning element

[0067] 11c joystick

[0068] 12 Pivoting Mechanism

[0069] 12a First pivot

[0070] 12b Second pivot

[0071] 100 Furniture

[0072] 101 Cavity

[0073] 101a Furniture Wall

Claims

1. An arrangement system (1) for guiding a movable furniture component (2) on a fixed furniture component (3), the arrangement system comprising: At least one guide system to be fixed to the fixed furniture component (3), Carrier (6), the movable furniture component (2) is pivotally mounted on the carrier or is capable of being pivotally mounted on the carrier. A compensation device (7) for compensating the tilting moment of the carrier (6) or the movable furniture component (2) arranged on the carrier about a tilting axis via a restoring torque, the compensation device (7) comprising at least one cable traction device (8) having at least one cable (8a), and Cable tensioning device (9) for tensioning at least one cable (8a). The cable tensioning device (9) is characterized in that it includes a housing (9d) and a display device (10) having an indicator (11a) which is visible in the housing when the cable tension is within a predetermined acceptable range.

2. The arrangement system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The display device (10) includes a display element (11) having the indicator (11a).

3. The arrangement system as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The display device (10) includes a accumulator (10a) which applies force to the display element (11).

4. The arrangement system as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The display element (11) includes a tensioning element (11b), via which the display element (11) is operatively connected to the at least one cable (8a).

5. The arrangement system as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The display element (11) includes a joystick (11c) for manually operating the display element (11).

6. The arrangement system as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The display element (11) is a single piece.

7. The arrangement system as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The cable tensioning device (9) includes at least two fixing elements for securing the at least one cable (8a).

8. The arrangement system as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The cable tensioning device (9) includes at least one actuating element (9b) for manipulating the fixed element.

9. The arrangement system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cable tensioning device (9) includes a base (9c).

10. The arrangement system as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The display device (10) includes a display element (11) having the indicator (11a), the display element (11) being movably mounted on the substrate (9c).

11. The arrangement system as described in claim 9 or 10, characterized in that, The cable tensioning device (9) includes at least two fixing elements for fixing the at least one cable (8a), at least one of the at least two fixing elements being formed on the base (9c).

12. The arrangement system as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The display device (10) includes a recess (10d) in the housing (9d).

13. The arrangement system as described in claim 1 or 12, characterized in that, The housing (9d) includes a cable guide for guiding the at least one cable (8a).

14. The arrangement system as described in claim 1 or 12, characterized in that, Multiple components of the cable tensioning device (9) and / or the display device (10) are arranged at least partially inside the housing (9d).

15. The arrangement system as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, In addition to the at least one cable traction device (8), at least one pivot mechanism (12) is provided, which includes at least two pivot rods that are hinged to each other and can pivot relative to each other when the carrier (6) moves on the fixed furniture component (3).

16. The arrangement system as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The compensation device (7) is at least partially pre-assembled on the carrier (6) in the delivery state of the arrangement system (1).

17. The arrangement system as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The fixed furniture component (3) is the main body of the furniture, and / or the movable furniture component (2) is a sliding door.

18. The arrangement system as described in any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The movable furniture component (2) is a folding sliding door.

19. The arrangement system as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that, The accumulator (10a) is a spring.

20. The arrangement system as claimed in claim 19, characterized in that, The accumulator (10a) is a tension spring.

21. The arrangement system as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that, The display element (11) is directly connected to the at least one cable (8a) via the tensioning element.

22. The arrangement system as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The cable tensioning device (9) includes at least two actuating elements (9b) for manipulating the fixed element.

23. The arrangement system as described in claim 10, characterized in that, The display element (11) is rotatably mounted on the substrate (9c).

24. The arrangement system as claimed in claim 16, characterized in that, The compensation device (7) is fully pre-assembled on the carrier (6) in the delivery state of the arrangement system (1).

25. A piece of furniture (100) comprising at least one fixed furniture component (3), at least one movable furniture component (2), and at least one arrangement system (1) as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 24.

26. The furniture (100) as described in claim 25, characterized in that, The furniture (100) includes at least one vertical shaft-shaped cavity (101), and the at least one movable furniture component (2) can be arranged in the vertical shaft-shaped cavity.

27. A method for assembling an arrangement system (1) as described in any one of claims 1 to 24, wherein, - In the first method step (201), the at least one guiding system is fixed to the fixed furniture component (3). - In the second method step (202), the carrier (6) is kinematically coupled to the at least one guidance system, and - In the third method step (203), the cable (8a) of the cable traction device (8) is tensioned by means of the cable tensioning device (9).

28. The method as described in claim 27, characterized in that, The third method step (203) includes the following steps: - Insert the cable (8a) into the cable tensioning device (9). - Tension the cable until the display device (10) confirms that there is sufficient cable tension. -The tensioned cable is secured by the at least two fixing elements of the cable tensioning device (9), and - The cable end of the cable is stored in the carrier (6) or on the carrier.

29. The method as described in claim 27 or 28, characterized in that, In the intermediate step (202a), at least one of the at least two pivot rods is connected to the at least one guide system and / or to the fixed furniture component (3).

30. The method as described in claim 27 or 28, characterized in that, In a continuing method step (204), the movable furniture component (2) is assembled onto the carrier (6).

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