Group of components, panel fitting and use of panel fitting

Abstract

A set of components for mounting an accessory on a surface, where the set of components comprises a slat shingle (1) for mounting on a surface of a building, and a panel fitting (10) for attachment to the slat shingle (1), where the slat shingle (1) comprises a plurality of slats arranged on a front surface of a support plate, and the panel fitting (10) comprises an accessory carrier and an attachment body comprising at least one attachment projection such that the panel fitting (10) is configured to be attached to the slat shingle (1).

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a set of components for mounting an accessory on a surface, wherein the set of components comprises a panel strip for mounting on a surface of a building, and a panel fitting for attaching to the panel strip. Further, the present disclosure relates to a panel fitting for attaching to a panel strip and use of the panel fitting. BACKGROUND

[0002] When arranging a room, the decoration of the walls is essential. For this purpose, so-called panel strips have become popular due to their minimalist appearance and acoustic features. A panel strip is an arrangement that can be mounted on a wall or ceiling of a home, office or fashion store, and which can help to split up a room by creating a feature wall, or to help reduce sound reverberation in noisy areas of a room. A panel strip is decorative in itself, however it can also be decorated with different items such as photos, mirrors, hangers, etc. These items are usually mounted on the panel strip by drilling holes in the panel strip or by using nails or glue, which leave marks on the panel strip. For this reason, redecoration of a panel strip wall can likely result in holes being exposed or other damage to the panel strip, which is highly undesirable. Repairing damaged panel strips is expensive, insufficient and / or inconvenient. SUMMARY

[0003] In this context, it is therefore an object of the present disclosure to provide a set of components and a panel fitting that solves or at least mitigates these problems.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, the object is achieved by a set of components for mounting an accessory on a surface, wherein the set of components comprises a lath wall panel for mounting on a surface of a building, and a faceplate fitting for attaching to the lath wall panel, wherein the lath wall panel comprises a plurality of laths connected to, such as arranged on, a front surface of a support panel, the laths comprising at least a first lath and a second lath, the first lath being arranged spaced apart from the second lath along a width direction, thereby forming an oblong space between the first lath and the second lath and the support panel, each lath having four lath surfaces comprising a lath back facing the support panel, a lath front opposite the lath back, and two lath sides extending between the lath back and the lath front, the laths and the oblong space extending parallel to each other and in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the width direction. The faceplate fitting comprises an accessory carrier and an attachment body comprising at least one attachment protrusion, such that the faceplate fitting is configured to be attached to the lath wall panel by inserting the attachment body between the first lath and the second lath and by exerting a force on the lath wall panel such that the attachment protrusion frictionally engages with the lath sides of the first lath and the second lath, the two lath sides being opposite, i.e. facing each other.

[0005] In embodiments, the attachment body comprises at least two attachment protrusions. The attachment protrusions can partially or substantially cover the attachment body. The attachment protrusions can be spaced apart such that a portion of the attachment body is exposed between the attachment protrusions. The attachment body can comprise a top protrusion or head spaced apart from the other two attachment protrusions. The top protrusion or head can or can not be configured to frictionally engage with the lath sides. The top protrusion or head can be T-shaped.

[0006] Alternatively or additionally, the attachment protrusions comprise external threads on the attachment body.

[0007] The accessory carrier can comprise an accessory and / or an attachment element. The accessory carrier can be one of an attachment surface, an opening, a fastener, a mounting element, an adhesive, a recess, or a track that facilitates attachment or connection to the accessory.

[0008] The attachment element can comprise or be a coating and / or an adhesive, such as a tape. The adhesive can facilitate adhesion of the fitting to the accessory. Alternatively, the accessory carrier can comprise a coating and / or an adhesive. The adhesive can be provided by a tape. This can improve ease of attachment to the accessory, as the tape can be provided in a pre-applied state, wherein only the removal of a cover strip or the like is required from the tape when the fitting is to be attached to the accessory.

[0009] Alternatively or additionally, the attachment element may include, or may consist of, cast clamps, threaded studs, and / or an outer profile in the longitudinal direction configured to engage with a corresponding track or profile in the attachment. Furthermore, the attachment may have a back surface formed of or including an extruded aluminum profile, in which a rubber profile or panel fitting may be mounted, such that the rubber profile or panel fitting is securely seated on the attachment. The rubber fitting may further include an embedded magnetic strip, which will allow the rubber fitting to form a magnetic surface on the wall when pressed into the spacer, allowing the magnetic attachment to be mounted to the wall.

[0010] The attachment element may include a thread that is a continuation of the thread included in the attachment protrusion.

[0011] A slatted wall panel may contain more than two slats, such as 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, or 50 slats. A slatted wall panel may contain more than 50 slats.

[0012] At least the first and second strips can be arranged on the support plate and fixed to the support plate.

[0013] The slats can be arranged on the support plate without directly contacting each other.

[0014] The slats can be substantially identical to each other. These slats can be elongated in shape.

[0015] Potential advantages of this set of components may include the ability to mount accessories onto the slatted wall panels without damaging the slats, support plates, or surfaces to which the slatted panels are attached. Another advantage is that the set of components provides a system in which panel fittings can be easily mounted onto slatted wall panels, allowing for easy and convenient refinishing of the slatted wall panels with minimal effort.

[0016] Another advantage is that panel fittings can be installed onto or removed from slatted wall panels without the need for power tools such as screwdrivers and drills.

[0017] Slats can be made of materials such as wood, composite wood, polymers (such as PVC or acrylic), metal, or combinations thereof.

[0018] Preferably, these slats are arranged on the front surface of the support panel. The front surface of the support panel is adapted to face away from the building's surface on which the support panel is attached. Preferably, the slatted wall panel can be attached to an interior surface of the building. When the slatted wall panel is installed on an interior wall, the front surface is adapted to face the room in which it is installed.

[0019] The front surface of the support plate can be a substantially flat surface abutting the back of a substantially flat slat. In this context, "flat" should be understood as a flat surface without grooves, recesses, or openings. In this context, minor irregularities in the slat material (such as irregularities formed by wood grains in slats made of wood) are not considered to constitute grooves, recesses, or openings.

[0020] In some embodiments, at least the first and second slats and the support plate are integrally formed. This can be understood as being formed in one piece. In these embodiments, the slat wall panel can be formed from a plate. The first and second slats can be formed in the plate by milling. In these embodiments, the first and second slats extend from the support plate. In this case, the gaps between the slats can be created by cutting or milling gaps in the material plate to provide the support plate with integrated slats separated by the gaps.

[0021] Typically, each slat is fastened to the support plate. Fastening can be achieved using nails, rivets, screws, clips, and / or glue.

[0022] Preferably, the back of each slat is fastened or fixed to the support plate.

[0023] The slatted wall panel may include an adhesive that holds the back of the slats to the outer surface of the support panel. The adhesive may be selected from a list of components such as glue, paste, film, strip, etc.

[0024] The slatted wall panel may include fasteners (such as screws) that hold the slats to a support plate. The fasteners may not extend through the slats. The slatted wall panel may include openings and / or apertures. The openings may be adapted to receive the fasteners. The openings may be through holes.

[0025] Each slat can be partially secured by nailing it to the support plate.

[0026] Each slat can be fastened to the support plate using only clips. This secure attachment, achieved by fastening each slat to the support plate with only clips, is also inexpensive and quick to produce.

[0027] At least one pin can rotate relative to at least one other pin, for example, within a range of 10 to 90 degrees relative to at least one other pin. This has the potential advantage of providing better attachment between the slats and the support plate.

[0028] Each slat can be fastened to the support plate by means of clips placed at a distance of 5 cm to 30 cm, more preferably 10 cm to 15 cm.

[0029] The spacing between the clips can vary along the length of each slat and / or between the slats. Alternatively and / or additionally, the back of the slats is partially glued to the support plate.

[0030] At least one of the slats has a majority of its back side glued to a support plate, while a small portion of the back side of the slat is not glued to the support plate. Alternatively, the slat back side can be completely fixed to the support plate. In such an embodiment, a track is included in at least one of the first and second slats, allowing panel fittings to be attached to the slatted wall panel without damage. Typically, each slat includes a front portion. The front portion of the slat is adapted to face away from the wall where the slatted wall panel is mounted. In the currently preferred embodiment, the width of the front portion of the slat is in the range of 1 cm to 4 cm, preferably in the range of 2 cm to 3 cm.

[0031] The clips that attach the slats to the support plate can be arranged along a substantially straight line (e.g., a straight line in the longitudinal direction). The clips can also, and / or alternatively, be arranged in a single row, two rows, or three rows in the longitudinal direction. Alternatively, the clips can be arranged in a zigzag pattern in the longitudinal direction.

[0032] Arranging the clips in a zigzag pattern can provide improved attachment to the support plate, especially when the slats are arranged so that they extend horizontally in their longitudinal direction.

[0033] Two adjacent slats can each be fastened to the support plate with clips. The clips that attach the two adjacent slats to the support plate can be arranged in a zigzag pattern in the longitudinal direction.

[0034] This has the potential advantage of providing more space for attaching panel accessories or similar items.

[0035] The distance between the back and front of the slats defines the slat thickness. Typically, at least two slats have the same thickness. In the present preferred embodiment, the slat thickness is in the range of 0.5 cm to 3 cm, preferably in the range of 1 cm to 1.5 cm.

[0036] Preferably, each slat further includes two slat sides extending between the front portion and the back portion of the slat. Each slat side may extend substantially perpendicular to the front portion of the slat. Alternatively, at least one slat side extends from the front portion of the slat at an acute or obtuse angle. At least one slat may have a trapezoidal cross-section. At least one slat side may be rounded. Alternatively and / or additionally, at least one slat may have a triangular cross-section. In these alternative embodiments, the slat has three sides, one side forming a slat front portion facing away from the support plate, while the other two sides face the support plate. In these embodiments, the slat thickness is defined as the distance between the front portion of the slat and the angle of the triangular cross-section opposite to the front portion of the slat.

[0037] Each of the front portion, back portion, and two sides of the slat provides a slat surface. The slat may include a finishing material, preferably on the front surface of the slat.

[0038] In alternative embodiments, the support plate comprises, or is substantially composed of, a generally planar material element connected at angles to form corrugations. The corrugations may include ridges having generally square, rectangular, or trapezoidal cross-sections.

[0039] In embodiments where the support panel is a weather-resistant material, such as a slatted wall panel for external use, the support panel can be made of materials such as metal, wood, concrete, or brick. A support panel made of metal or wood can be a frame in which at least two slats are fastened to a metal or wood frame. The support panel can include multiple beams extending across the surface of the building, such as beams extending laterally relative to a rectangular opening.

[0040] In embodiments where slatted wall panels are configured for installation on the exterior surface of a building, the support panel includes insulation material attached, adhered to, or abutting against the inner surface of the support panel. The insulation material may include expanded polystyrene, mineral wool, polyurethane foam, or phenolic foam, topped with a cement-reinforced mineral or synthetic finish and / or gypsum. The insulation may be attached to the corrugations of the support panel. The insulation material can provide external insulation for the walls of the building to which the exterior slatted wall panels are intended to be installed. The insulation material may be deformable. Alternatively, the insulation may be attached to the exterior-facing surface of the support panel, such that the slats are attached to the surface of the insulation. The slatted wall panel may include a waterproof coating on at least the exterior-facing surface of the slatted wall panel.

[0041] The support panel can be made of felt material. The advantages of a support panel made of felt can include providing sound insulation as well as elastic or compressive properties. Therefore, slatted wall panels can be used as sound-absorbing panels. Alternatively and / or additionally, in embodiments where the support panel is a compliant material, the support panel can be made of cork material. Support panels comprising or composed of felt material allow for tensile and elastic deformation of the panel, enabling lateral movement of the slats and allowing the insertion of attachments or fittings into the gaps (i.e., rectangular gaps) between two slats. A potential advantage is that panel fittings slightly wider than the width of the rectangular opening can be inserted into the rectangular opening by slightly rotating one or two slats from their initial position using external force, thereby widening the rectangular opening. When the panel fitting has been inserted and the external force has been removed, the slats will seek their original position and apply pressure to the panel fitting, thereby providing increased frictional engagement between the panel fitting and the slats.

[0042] The support plate is preferably made of a compliant (i.e., flexible and / or elastic) material.

[0043] The support plate can be made of textile fibers.

[0044] The support plate can be made of felt material.

[0045] Felt support panels can provide sound insulation. They can further have the advantage of being compliant materials, wherein at least one attachment wing can form a track without damage. Alternatively and / or additionally, in embodiments where the support panel is a compliant material, the support panel can be made of wood (e.g., softwood). The term "compliant" should be understood in this sense as a compressible material, such as one that can be compressed to a range of 20% to 90% by manual compression.

[0046] When the support plate is made of an elastic material, the support plate can elastically deform when at least one attached wing forms a track.

[0047] When the panel fittings are removed, the support plate can be returned to essentially the same shape and / or condition.

[0048] A slatted wall panel may include slats that are partially fastened to a support plate and a support plate that can be elastically deformed.

[0049] The support plate can be compressed by 20% to 90% in the direction perpendicular to the length of the strip.

[0050] The support plate can be compressed by 10% under pressure of 5-500 kPa.

[0051] According to ASTM D575, the compressive strength of the support plate can be less than 1 MPa, preferably less than 500 kPa. This allows the support plate to be easily compressed without damage when a track is formed between the slats and the support plate.

[0052] The hardness of the support plate can be less than that of the slats, allowing the track to be formed without damage.

[0053] The support plate may be made of a material with a Young's modulus of less than 1 GPa, preferably less than 0.8 GPa, and more preferably less than 0.7 GPa according to ASTM D636. In a preferred embodiment, the Young's modulus of the support plate is less than that of the lath.

[0054] The support plate may comprise and / or be made of a material with a Shore 00 hardness in the range of 5 to 50 according to ASTM D2240.

[0055] In an embodiment, the slat sides of a first slat and a second slat, configured to frictionally engage with a panel fitting, include a friction-enhancing material. A rectangular spacer is formed between at least one side of the first slat and one side of the second slat, wherein one side of the first slat and one side of the second slat constitute two opposing surfaces of the rectangular spacer for frictional engagement with the attachment protrusion. The slat sides may include a coating provided with friction-enhancing properties, having a rough, textured, or ribbed surface. This surface may further include protrusions that allow engagement with the panel fitting. A rough surface may promote adhesion and / or increased surface fracturing, contact stiffness, or static friction.

[0056] Friction-enhancing materials can be paper-based.

[0057] In embodiments that include a finishing material, the finishing material is preferably disposed on top of the friction-enhancing material.

[0058] Panel fittings may include an upper or top portion and a lower or bottom portion. Panel fittings may further include sides connecting the top and bottom portions. When inserted into a gap in a wall panel, the panel fitting may engage with the panel via its bottom portion and / or sides and / or top portion. The panel fitting may laterally engage with the slat sides of a slat via its sides. The bottom portion of the fitting may include a flat inner surface and / or annular section. When the panel fitting is configured to engage with the panel via its bottom portion, the inner surface may be provided with a coating and / or adhesive (such as Velcro tape) or magnets and / or magnetic strips to facilitate attachment to the panel. The top portion of the panel fitting may include a flat outer surface. The sides of the fitting may include surfaces that are not leveled.

[0059] In embodiments, the attachment protrusion comprises an elastomer or an elastically deformable material (such as rubber, silicone, synthetic rubber, nylon, or polyester) such that the attachment protrusion can deform when pushed into the rectangular spacer. The elastomer typically exhibits viscoelastic properties, characterized by a low Young's modulus and a high yield strain. After undergoing deformations such as compression and expansion, the elastomer returns to its previous shape.

[0060] The attachment protrusion may include a resilient member that exhibits elasticity, configured to be compressed into the rectangular gap in the insertion position without breaking or deteriorating. The panel fitting may be held in the gap between the slats by friction. When not inserted, the attachment protrusion and / or the resilient member may return to their original shape and size.

[0061] In an embodiment, the panel fitting has a first engagement surface and a second engagement surface. The first engagement surface is configured to frictionally engage with the side surface of a first slat, and the second engagement surface is configured to frictionally engage with the side surface of a second slat. In the uninserted position, the distance between the first and second engagement surfaces of the panel fitting is equal to or greater than the distance between the first and second slats. The distance between the first and second slats is defined as the distance between the side surfaces of the first and second slats. The first and / or second engagement surfaces may be positioned on an attachment protrusion. Because the panel fitting is configured to frictionally engage with the side surfaces of the first and second slats, the panel fitting may need to be compressed to fit into the gap between the slats and attach to the wall panel. This is especially true when the distance between the first and second engagement surfaces of the panel fitting in the uninserted position is greater than the distance between the first and second slats. In embodiments where the two distances are approximately equal, the panel fitting can be inserted into the gap between the slats without compression.

[0062] In one embodiment, the panel fitting further includes a strain element connected to the accessory carrier and configured to change the distance between the first mating surface and the second mating surface when the strain element is inserted into the panel fitting and / or the slatted wall panel.

[0063] Panel fittings may include one or more body elements. Strain elements can press two surfaces apart or pull two surfaces toward each other. Strain elements can rotate about an axis. Strain elements can press two body elements apart or pull body elements toward each other. If the first and second body elements are pressed apart, the first and second mating surfaces will move away from each other and press against the slat sides facing each other. If the first and second body elements are pulled toward each other, the first and second mating surfaces will be pulled toward each other and press against the slat sides away from each other. The slat sides against which the first and second mating surfaces press do not need to belong to the same or adjacent slats, but can belong to slats arranged with one or more other slats between them.

[0064] Strain elements can be selected from, for example, groups of the following: springs, blocks, wedges, threaded components, and combinations thereof.

[0065] In embodiments where the panel fitting is elongated, the panel fitting may include cavities, openings, or holes extending in the longitudinal direction. Cavities or holes can provide increased flexibility and compressibility of the panel fitting, as well as reduced weight. Cavities or holes may extend from one end of the panel fitting to the other along its entire length. Cavities or holes can have various shapes, such as rectangular, oval, elliptical, or circular cross-sections. Furthermore, cavities or holes may require minimal material usage during manufacturing and allow for cost savings. Panel fittings may also have U-shaped, V-shaped, or similar shapes.

[0066] Alternatively, panel fittings can be solid, thus forming a uniform profile along their entire length without any openings or holes.

[0067] In one embodiment, the panel fitting is generally rectangular in shape, wherein an opening on the top portion of the panel fitting provides a generally U-shaped panel fitting that can be used as an accessory carrier configured to allow engagement with an accessory. The opening has two lips configured to provide engagement with the accessory. Alternatively, the accessory carrier may be integrally formed with a strain element in the lower portion of the accessory carrier. The strain element is then configured to be inserted into the opening or cavity, exposing the accessory carrier on the top portion for engagement with the accessory. The accessory carrier has a screw-like structure with external threads. The external threads are configured to engage with internal threads in the accessory. Alternatively, the accessory includes tracks and / or wheels configured to engage with the lips of the panel fitting, allowing the accessory to slide into the tracks of the panel fitting.

[0068] In this embodiment, the attachment body includes a plurality of attachment protrusions extending longitudinally along the panel fitting. These protrusions may be integrally formed with the attachment body or formed as a two-piece assembly. In this embodiment, the attachment protrusions form a series of ridges that are triangular in shape and extend parallel to each other.

[0069] The accessory carrier may include a first magnet or a magnetically attractive material. The accessory may include a second magnet, such that the accessory is magnetically attached to the accessory carrier included in the panel fitting.

[0070] When inserted into a slatted wall panel, the panel fitting may be substantially flush with the slat or the front surface of the slat, thus forming a single smooth surface, or alternatively, the panel fitting may protrude from the slat or the front surface of the slat. The panel fitting may cover a portion of the front surface of the slat. Furthermore, the panel fitting may extend along the entire length of the slat, or the length of the panel fitting may be less than the length of the slat.

[0071] In an alternative embodiment, the panel fitting is elongated, including an annular portion and / or contoured sections. The panel fitting may be S-shaped, or can achieve an S-shape under severe deformation. The attachment body comprises or is composed of an elastic material (such as rubber). The attachment body includes a cavity formed as a through-hole extending longitudinally along the length of the panel fitting. The cavity has an elliptical cross-section. Attachment protrusions are formed as legs projecting from the attachment body. The attachment protrusions extend longitudinally along the panel fitting. Depending on the depth to which the attachment protrusions are configured to engage with the wall panel into the gap, the attachment protrusions may have different shapes. In this embodiment, a first attachment protrusion located at the lower portion of the panel fitting has a triangular cross-section, while a second attachment protrusion has a trapezoidal cross-section. The first and / or second attachment protrusions have inclined surfaces and / or annular surfaces that facilitate insertion of the panel fitting. The first and / or second attachment protrusions have a lip configured to deform and engage with the slatted wall panel upon insertion of the panel fitting. The upper portion of the panel fitting is configured to attach to an accessory, in this case, a plate-like object, such as a board. Attachment is achieved using adhesives and / or fasteners. The upper portion includes surfaces that form the support for the accessory. Attachment protrusions are mirror images of both sides of the panel fitting, such that a first protrusion on one side of the fitting has the same shape as a first protrusion on the other side. Alternatively, the attachment protrusions may have different profiles on one side and on the other side of the fitting. Multiple panel fittings are attached to the plate-like accessory. The panel fittings are positioned spaced apart from each other and extend parallel to each other. The more panel fittings attached to the plate, the better and safer the installation of the accessory onto the slatted wall panel.

[0072] In another embodiment, the attachment protrusion is formed as a leg, ring, or rib, connected to and protruding from the attachment body.

[0073] In this embodiment, the panel fitting is annular in shape. The panel fitting is formed as a knob. Attachment protrusions are formed as rings that connect to and protrude from the attachment body at their periphery. The attachment body comprises or is composed of an elastic material (such as rubber). A first attachment protrusion has a generally triangular cross-section surrounding the attachment body at its periphery. A second attachment protrusion has a generally trapezoidal cross-section surrounding the attachment body at its periphery. The first and / or second attachment protrusions have inclined surfaces and / or annular surfaces that facilitate insertion of the panel fitting. The upper portion of the panel fitting is configured to attach to an accessory. Attachment is made by adhesive and / or fasteners. The upper portion includes surfaces that constitute an accessory carrier. The accessory is formed as a rectangular plate, preferably with four panel fittings attached to it. Preferably, one panel fitting is attached to each corner of the plate.

[0074] Alternatively, the accessory can be in another shape, such as a circular or square sign, wherein the accessory is attached to at least two panel fittings. In another embodiment, the accessory is a cube having a preferably open top and at least two panel fittings attached to the rear surface of the cube. The accessory may include lightweight materials, such as cork. The accessory may further be hexagonal in shape and / or include a fabric-covered "pad" suitable for sound insulation and decoration.

[0075] In one embodiment, a set of components includes an accessory, which further includes a plate having a width extending in the width direction, a length extending in the length direction, and a thickness of less than 5 cm, the plate being attached to at least one panel fitting. Preferably, the thickness may be less than 4 cm, more preferably less than 2 cm. In embodiments where the accessory includes sound-absorbing material, the thickness of the plate may be greater than 5 cm, 6 cm, 7 cm, 8 cm, 9 cm, or 10 cm.

[0076] In one embodiment, the panel includes two, three or more panel fittings arranged in a row at equal distances from each other.

[0077] In one embodiment, the panel includes panel fittings configured to be inserted into adjacent, continuous, or neighboring rectangular intervals. In an alternative embodiment, the panel includes panel fittings configured to be inserted into discontinuous rectangular intervals, thereby leaving one or more intervals between the panel fittings.

[0078] In one embodiment, the rectangular gap or interval between the two slats has a rectangular or square cross-section. In this embodiment, the distance between the two opposite sides of the first and second slats remains the same independent of the measurement point, such that the rectangular gap has a constant width along the entire length of the panel fitting and does not become narrower or wider at certain points.

[0079] The rectangular gap may have an open end at at least one end, preferably at both ends.

[0080] The slat spacing can be in the range of 0.5 cm to 4 cm, preferably in the range of 1 cm to 3 cm, and more preferably in the range of 1 cm to 2 cm.

[0081] Each slat can have substantially the same cross-section along the longitudinal direction.

[0082] In one embodiment, the panel fitting is detachably attached to the slatted wall panel, and the panel fitting is also fixedly attached to the panel.

[0083] Panel fittings can be easily attached to and removed from wall panels without damaging the panel fittings or the wall panels.

[0084] According to a second aspect, a panel fitting is provided for attaching to a slatted wall panel mounted on a building surface to mount an accessory on the slatted wall panel. The slatted wall panel includes a plurality of slats arranged on the front surface of a support panel, the slats including at least a first slat and a second slat, the first slat being spaced apart from the second slat along a width direction, thereby forming a rectangular gap between the first and second slats and the support panel. Each slat has four slat surfaces, including a slat back facing the support panel, a slat front opposite the slat back, and two slat sides extending between the slat back and the slat front. The slats and the rectangular gap extend parallel to each other and extend in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the width direction.

[0085] The panel accessories include:

[0086] -Attachment carrier,

[0087] -Attach body,

[0088] - At least one attachment protrusion, which is connected to and protrudes from the attachment body.

[0089] Thus, the panel fitting is configured to be attached to the slat wall panel by inserting the attachment body between the first slat and the second slat and by applying force to the slat wall panel to cause the attachment protrusion to frictionally engage with the slat side of the first slat and the slat side of the second slat, the two slat sides being opposite each other.

[0090] In the third aspect, panel fittings are provided for attaching accessories to slatted wall panels, wherein the panel fittings include:

[0091] - Attachment carrier and attachment body, and

[0092] - At least one attachment protrusion, which is connected to and protrudes from the attachment body.

[0093] In the fourth aspect, a manufacturing method is provided, which includes the following steps:

[0094] - Provides a panel fitting configured to be attached to a slatted wall panel according to one of the above embodiments, the panel fitting including an attachment carrier and an attachment body, and at least one attachment protrusion connected to and projecting from the attachment body.

[0095] - Preferably, the panel fittings are attached to the accessories.

[0096] Panel fittings can be manufactured by extrusion. This is particularly advantageous for panel fittings with elongated shapes.

[0097] Panel accessories can be manufactured through injection molding or 3D printing.

[0098] Panel fittings can include two materials, such as elastically deformable materials (like rubber or foam) and harder materials (like wood, metal, or plastic polymers).

[0099] Panel fittings comprising at least two materials can be manufactured through co-extrusion.

[0100] Those skilled in the art will understand that any one or more of the above aspects of this disclosure and their embodiments can be combined with any one or more of other aspects of this disclosure and their embodiments, even if the combination is not explicitly described. Attached Figure Description

[0101] In the following description, embodiments will be described with reference to illustrative drawings, in which:

[0102] FIG. 1A This is a front perspective view of a panel fitting according to an embodiment, showing the panel fitting in a deformed state.

[0103] FIG. 1B It is based on FIG. 1A The image shows a front perspective view of a panel accessory in an embodiment, in an undeformed state.

[0104] FIG. 1C yes FIG. 1BA perspective view of the panel accessory, which is attached to the accessory.

[0105] FIG. 1D This is a perspective view of a panel fitting according to another embodiment, which is similar to... FIG. 1B The panel fittings shown are

[0106] FIG. 2A This is a side view of a panel fitting according to yet another embodiment.

[0107] FIG. 2B yes FIG. 2A A perspective view of the panel accessory, which is attached to the accessory.

[0108] FIG. 2C yes FIG. 2A A perspective view of a panel fitting that is attached to a slatted wall panel.

[0109] FIG. 2D This is a perspective view of a cross-section of a panel fitting according to another embodiment.

[0110] FIG. 3 These are perspective views of panel fittings according to different embodiments.

[0111] FIG. 4 This is a perspective view of a panel fitting according to another embodiment.

[0112] FIG. 5 This is a side view of an embodiment of a slatted wall panel, showing two slats in their uninstalled position.

[0113] FIG. 6 This is a perspective view of a slatted wall panel, which consists of multiple slats vertically installed on the wall of a building.

[0114] FIG. 7 This is a top view of an embodiment of a slatted wall panel vertically mounted on a wall, wherein panel fittings are inserted between two slats, and

[0115] FIG. 8 yes FIG. 7 A top-view perspective view of the slatted wall panel, in which panel fittings are inserted between two slats.

[0116] Reference numerals refer to the various embodiments described herein and similar elements in the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0117] First refer to FIGS. 1A-1C as well as FIGS. 5-6 Different views of a set of components are shown, including those for mounting accessory 103 to slatted wall panel 1. FIGS. 5-6Panel fitting 10 (as shown). The slatted wall panel 1 is used for mounting on the surface of building 200, such as... FIG. 6 As shown. In FIGS. 1A-1C In this diagram, panel fitting 10 is not inserted into or attached to slatted wall panel 1, but is shown as a separate portion to be inserted between the first slat 3i and the second slat 3ii of slatted wall panel 1. The first slat 3i and the second slat 3ii are arranged spaced apart to form a rectangular gap 4 between the slats 3i and 3ii, thereby exposing a portion of the support plate 2. However, slatted wall panel 1 may include more slats, such as... FIG. 6 As shown in the image.

[0118] This disclosure provides a set of components including a slatted wall panel 1 and a panel fitting 10 for attaching to the slatted wall panel 1. (See reference) FIG. 5 and FIG. 6 The slatted wall panel 1 includes a plurality of slats 3 arranged on the front surface of a support panel 2, including at least a first slat 3i and a second slat 3ii. The first slat 3i is spaced apart from the second slat 3ii along the width direction W. A rectangular spacer 4 is formed between the first slats 3i and the second slats 3ii and the support panel 2. The rectangular spacer 4 has a constant rectangular cross-section. Each slat 3 has four slat surfaces, including: a slat back 31 facing the support panel 2; a slat front 32 facing the room of the building opposite the slat back; and two slat sides 33, 34 extending between the slat back and the front. The slats 3 and the rectangular spacer 4 extend parallel to each other and extend in a longitudinal direction L perpendicular to the width direction.

[0119] Go to FIGS. 1A-1CThe panel fitting 10 includes an attachment carrier 100 and an attachment body 11. The attachment body 11 includes at least one attachment protrusion 12. In this embodiment, multiple attachment protrusions 12 are included. The panel fitting 10 is configured to be attached to the slat wall panel 1 by inserting the attachment body 11 between a first slat 3i and a second slat 3ii and by applying force to the slat wall panel 1 to cause the attachment protrusions 12 to frictionally engage with the slat sides of the first slat 3i and the slat sides of the second slat 3ii. The two slat sides are opposite to each other. The slat sides include a friction-reinforcing material. In this embodiment, the attachment protrusions 12 include an elastically deformable material, such as rubber, which allows the attachment protrusions to deform when pushed into the rectangular spacer 4. The panel fitting 10 has a first engagement surface and a second engagement surface, the first engagement surface being configured to frictionally engage with the slat sides of the first slat and the second engagement surface being configured to frictionally engage with the slat sides of the second slat. In this embodiment, the protrusion 12 needs to deform because, in the uninserted position, the distance between the first and second mating surfaces of the panel fitting is greater than the distance between the first and second slats. In an alternative embodiment, these two distances can be equal.

[0120] exist FIG. 1C In this embodiment, the attachment protrusion 12 is attached to the attachment 103, which is included in a set of components. The attachment 103 includes a plate 102 having a width extending in the width direction W, a length extending in the length direction L, and a thickness extending in the depth direction D. The thickness is defined as extending perpendicular to the length and width directions. In this embodiment, three panel fittings 10 are attached to the plate 102, equidistant from each other and extending parallel to each other. Each of the panel fittings 10 is configured to frictionally engage with the side of the slat 3. A panel fitting 10 can be inserted into a gap 4 located between two adjacent slats, or multiple slats can be interposed between the fittings. This means that the distance between the panel fittings 10 can be approximately equal to or greater than the width of the slats.

[0121] Panel fitting 10 is detachably attached to the slatted wall panel 1, and here the panel fitting is fixedly attached to the panel 102 of accessory 103 by adhesive 104. For example... FIG. 1D As shown, the accessory carrier 100 includes pre-applied adhesive tape 104 and a cover strip 106 located on the top surface of the panel fitting 10, the cover strip being configured to be removed from the adhesive tape 104 before or during attachment to the accessory 103. Therefore, the panel fitting 10 is used to attach the accessory 103 to the slatted wall panel 1.

[0122] exist FIGS. 1A-1D In all the embodiments shown, the panel fitting 10 is elongated in shape, which includes an annular portion or contour segment. FIG. 1AIn the middle, the panel fittings are bent, showing a deformed state to indicate the flexibility of the material. FIG. 1B It shows the relationship with FIG. 1A A panel fitting of the same embodiment, in an undeformed state. The attachment body 11 comprises an elastic material, such as rubber. The attachment body 11 further includes a cavity 101 formed as a through-hole extending longitudinally along the length of the panel fitting 10. In this embodiment, the cavity 101 has an elliptical cross-section. Attachment protrusions 12 are formed as ribs or legs, connecting to and protruding from the attachment body 11, such that the outer surface of the panel fitting 10 is not leveled. Attachment protrusions 12 extend longitudinally along the entire length of the panel fitting 10. Depending on the depth to which the attachment protrusions are configured to engage with the wall panel into the gap, the attachment protrusions can have different shapes. In this embodiment, a first attachment protrusion 12i located at the lower portion of the panel fitting 10 has a triangular cross-section, while a second attachment protrusion 12ii higher than the first attachment protrusion has a trapezoidal cross-section. The lower portion of the panel fitting 10 is configured to be positioned closer to the slatted wall panel in the insertion position. The first attachment protrusion 12i and / or the second attachment protrusion 12ii have inclined surfaces and / or annular surfaces, thereby facilitating the insertion of the panel fitting. The first attachment protrusion and / or the second attachment protrusion have a lip 108 configured to deform and engage with the slatted wall panel 1 upon insertion of the panel fitting. Here, the first attachment protrusion 12i is narrower than the second protrusion 12ii (using the lip 108 as a narrow engagement surface), making the first protrusion 12i, which engages with the wall when the panel fitting 10 is inserted into the panel 1, slightly narrower, thus making it easier to insert into the spacer. The second protrusion 12ii can then follow and be more easily pressed in for a better and more secure engagement with the panel. The attachment protrusions 12i, 12ii partially cover the attachment body 11. The attachment protrusions are spaced apart such that a portion of the attachment body 11 is exposed.

[0123] The upper portion of the panel fitting is configured to attach to attachment 103, in which case the attachment is a plate-like object, such as plate 102. Attachment is made as described above by adhesives and / or fasteners (such as threads, magnets, etc.). The upper portion of the fitting includes a surface that forms the attachment carrier 100. The attachment body 11 here includes a top protrusion or head 107 spaced apart from two other attachment protrusions 12i, 12ii. The top protrusion or head 107 may or may not be configured to engage frictionally with the side of the slat. In this embodiment, the head 107 is T-shaped.

[0124] In this embodiment, the attachment protrusions 12 are mirror images of both sides of the panel fitting 10, such that a first protrusion on one side of the fitting has the same shape as a first protrusion on the other side of the fitting. Multiple panel fittings are attached to the plate-like attachment. The panel fittings 10 are positioned spaced apart from each other (forming rows on the plate 102) and extend parallel to each other. The length of the panel fitting 10 is less than the length of the plate 102, so that there are no fittings at the ends and periphery of the plate. In this embodiment, the width of the head 107 of the fitting is 1.6 cm, and the thickness of the head 107 is 0.1 cm. The total thickness or height of the fitting 10 is 1.2 cm, extending from the outer surface of the upper portion of the fitting to the inner surface of the lower portion.

[0125] Turning FIGS. 2A-2B In the illustrated embodiment, the panel fitting 10 is annular in shape and formed as a knob. An attachment protrusion 12 is formed as a ring, connecting to and protruding from the attachment body 11 at its periphery. The attachment body 11 comprises or is composed of an elastic material (such as rubber). The head of the fitting may include metal, wood, or polymer. A first attachment protrusion 12i has a generally triangular cross-section surrounding the attachment body 11 at its periphery. A second attachment protrusion 12ii has a generally trapezoidal cross-section surrounding the attachment body 11 at its periphery. The first attachment protrusion 12i and / or the second attachment protrusion 12ii have inclined surfaces and / or annular surfaces, thereby facilitating insertion of the panel fitting. The upper portion of the panel fitting is configured to attach to the attachment 103. Attachment is made by adhesive and / or fasteners. The upper portion includes surfaces constituting the attachment carrier. The attachment is formed as a rectangular plate to which four panel fittings are attached. One panel fitting 10 is attached to each corner of the plate 102.

[0126] FIG. 2C It shows FIG. 2A The panel accessory 10, wherein the head 107 of the panel accessory includes an accessory carrier and an accessory 103.

[0127] FIG. 2D It shows FIG. 2A The cross-section of the panel fitting. A rectangular attachment is attached to the head 107 of the panel fitting, and a single panel fitting is sufficient to support the weight of this attachment. The rectangular attachment may be, for example, a mark with a name or logo, which can be easily attached to the slatted wall panel.

[0128] FIG. 2D The panel fitting 10 comprises two materials. The attachment body 11 is made of an elastic material, such as rubber. The head 107 of the fitting is made of a material with a higher hardness than the attachment body, such as metal, wood, or plastic polymer.

[0129] FIG. 3 andFIG. 4 Different embodiments of panel fitting 10 are shown, wherein the panel fitting is in a generally rectangular elongated shape. Panel fitting 10 includes a body 11 and a cavity or opening 101 extending in the longitudinal direction L. The opening 101 extends from one end of the panel fitting to the other along its entire length. Here, panel fitting 10 is U-shaped. The opening 101 located on the top or upper portion of the panel fitting provides a generally U-shaped panel fitting that serves as an accessory carrier 100. The accessory carrier 100 is configured to allow connection with accessory 103 ( FIG. 3 (Not shown in the image) engagement. Opening 101 has two lips 105 configured to provide engagement with the accessory.

[0130] exist FIG. 4 The diagram illustrates a slightly different embodiment of the accessory, wherein the accessory carrier 100 is configured as a separate fastener 110. The panel accessory 10 further includes a strain element 109 connected to the accessory carrier or fastener 110 and configured to change the distance between a first engagement surface and a second engagement surface when the strain element is inserted into the panel accessory 10 and / or the slatted wall panel 1. The accessory carrier 100 further includes a threaded member configured to screw into the internal threads of the accessory. Here, the accessory carrier 100 is integrally formed with the strain element 109 located in the lower portion of the accessory carrier 100. The strain element 109 is configured to be inserted into an opening 101, causing the accessory carrier 100 to protrude on the top portion for engagement with the accessory.

[0131] In this embodiment, the attachment body 11 includes a plurality of attachment protrusions 12 extending longitudinally along the panel fitting. In this embodiment, the attachment protrusions 12 form a series of ridges that are triangular in shape and extend parallel to each other. The attachment protrusions 12 are made of an elastically deformable material.

[0132] exist FIG. 7 and FIG. 8 In the diagram, panel fitting 10 is shown inserted into slatted wall panel 1. Specifically, FIG. 7A panel fitting 10 is shown attached to a slatted wall panel 1 mounted on a surface 200 of a building. The slatted wall panel 1 includes a plurality of slats 3 (only two slats are shown in full here) arranged on the front surface of a support plate 2, including a first slat 3i and a second slat 3ii. Each slat is fastened to the support plate 2 by a clip 7. The slats 3i and 3ii are spaced apart from each other along the width direction W, thereby forming a rectangular gap 4. The panel fitting 10 includes an attachment carrier 100, an attachment body 11, and an attachment protrusion 12 connected to and protruding from the attachment body 11. The panel fitting 10 is attached to the slatted wall panel 1 by inserting the attachment body 11 between the first slat 3i and the second slat 3ii and by applying force to the slatted wall panel 1 to cause the attachment protrusion 12 to frictionally engage with the slat side 35 of the first slat and the slat side 34 of the second slat. The two slat sides 34 and 35 are opposite each other. FIG. 8 A top perspective view of a panel fitting 10 inserted in a gap 4 between two adjacent slats 3 is shown. In this embodiment, the panel fitting 1 does not extend along the entire length of the slats, but in different embodiments, the length of the panel fitting and its positioning in the wall panel can vary. The top surface of the fitting 10, constituting the accessory carrier 100, abuts against the front surfaces 32 of the two adjacent slats, such that a portion of the front surfaces 32 of the slats is covered by the accessory carrier 100.

Claims

1. A set of components for mounting an accessory on a surface, wherein, The assembly includes a slatted wall panel (1) for mounting on the surface of a building, and a panel fitting (10) for attaching to the slatted wall panel (1). The slatted wall panel (1) comprises a plurality of slats arranged on the front surface of a support plate (2). The plurality of slats includes at least first and second slats (3i, 3ii). The first slat (3i) is spaced apart from the second slat (3ii) along the width direction, thereby forming a rectangular gap (4) between the first and second slats (3i, 3ii) and the support plate (2). Each slat has four slat surfaces, including a slat back facing the support plate, a slat front opposite to the slat back, and two slat sides extending between the slat back and the slat front. The slats and the rectangular gap (4) extend parallel to each other and extend in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the width direction. The panel fitting (10) includes an attachment carrier and an attachment body, the attachment body including at least one attachment protrusion, such that the panel fitting (10) is configured to be attached to the slat wall panel (1) by inserting the attachment body between the first and second slats (3i, 3ii) and by applying force to the slat wall panel to cause the attachment protrusion to frictionally engage with the slat side of the first slat and the slat side of the second slat, the two slat sides being opposite each other.

2. The set of components as described in claim 1, wherein, The slat sides of the first slat and the slat sides of the second slat, which are configured to frictionally engage with the panel fitting, include friction-enhancing material.

3. The set of components as described in claim 1, wherein, The attachment protrusion includes an elastic, deformable material, such as rubber, which allows the attachment protrusion to deform when pushed into the rectangular spacer.

4. The set of components as described in claim 1, wherein, The panel fitting has a first engagement surface and a second engagement surface, the first engagement surface being configured to frictionally engage with the side of the first slat, and the second engagement surface being configured to frictionally engage with the side of the second slat. In the uninserted position, the distance between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface of the panel fitting is equal to or greater than the distance between the first slat and the second slat.

5. The set of components as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The attachment protrusion is formed as a leg, ring, or rib, and is connected to and protrudes from the attachment body.

6. The set of components as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The assembly includes the accessory, which further includes a plate having a width extending in the width direction, a length extending in the length direction, and a thickness extending perpendicular to the length and width directions, wherein the plate is attached to at least one panel fitting.

7. The set of components as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The rectangular spacer has a rectangular or square cross section.

8. The set of components as claimed in claim 6, wherein, The panel fitting is detachably attached to the slatted wall panel, and the panel fitting is also securely attached to the panel of the accessory.

9. A panel fitting (10) for attaching to a slatted wall panel (1) mounted on a surface of a building to mount an accessory on the slatted wall panel, The slatted wall panel (1) includes a plurality of slats arranged on the front surface of a support plate (2), the plurality of slats including at least first and second slats (3i, 3ii), the first slat (3i) being spaced apart from the second slat (3ii) along the width direction, thereby forming a rectangular gap (4) between the first and second slats (3i, 3ii) and the support plate (2), each slat having four slat surfaces including a slat back facing the support plate, a slat front opposite the slat back, and two slat sides extending between the slat back and the slat front, the slats and the rectangular gap (4) extending parallel to each other and extending in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the width direction. in, The panel accessories include: -Attachment carrier, -Attach body, - At least one attachment protrusion, which is connected to and protrudes from the attachment body. Thus, the panel fitting (10) is configured to be attached to the slat wall panel (1) by inserting the attachment body between the first and second slats (3i, 3ii) and by applying force to the slat wall panel to cause the attachment protrusion to frictionally engage with the slat side of the first slat and the slat side of the second slat, the two slat sides being opposite each other.

10. A panel fitting (10) for attaching an accessory to a slatted wall panel (1), wherein, The panel accessory (10) includes: - Attachment carrier and attachment body, and - At least one attachment protrusion, which is connected to and protrudes from the attachment body.

11. The use according to claim 10, wherein, The slatted wall panel (1) is installed on the surface of a building, and the slatted wall panel (1) includes a plurality of slats arranged on the front surface of a support plate (2), the plurality of slats including at least first and second slats (3i, 3ii), the first slat (3i) being spaced apart from the second slat (3ii) along the width direction, thereby forming a rectangular gap (4) between the first and second slats (3i, 3ii) and the support plate (2), each slat having four slat surfaces including a slat back facing the support plate, a slat front opposite the slat back, and two slat sides extending between the slat back and the slat front, the slats and the rectangular gap (4) extending parallel to each other and extending in a longitudinal direction perpendicular to the width direction, and The panel fitting is attached to the slat wall panel (1) by inserting the attachment body between the first slat and the second slat (3i, 3ii) and by applying force to the slat wall panel to cause the attachment protrusion to frictionally engage with the slat side of the first slat and the slat side of the second slat, the two slat sides being opposite each other.

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