Walking element

Abstract

Wall element (1) with a frame (2) whose spaced-apart longitudinal sides (3, 4) are each formed by at least two uprights (5, 6), each upright being made from at least one profile section, wherein at least one water- and rot-resistant panel (7) is provided between adjacent uprights (5, 6), the panel (7) bearing on both sides against an outer profile web (8) of the adjacent profile sections, and with a sandy, earthy, peaty or mineral substrate (10) in the frame cavity (9) formed between the longitudinal sides (3, 4) of the frame (2), the substrate (10) bearing against the inner sides of the panels (7), characterized in that the at least one panel is designed as a thermal insulation panel (7),that the thermal insulation panels (7) forming the longitudinal walls of the wall element (7) abut on both sides at their vertically oriented edges an inner side of an outer profile web (8) of the adjacent profile sections forming the uprights (5, 6), that the substrate in the frame cavity (9) abutting the inner sides of the thermal insulation panels (7) presses the thermal insulation panels (7) against the profile webs (8), and that the wall element (1) is designed as a greened wall element (1) and that for this purpose planting holes (12) are provided in at least one of the thermal insulation panels (7), through which planting holes (12) the vegetation rooted in the substrate (10) protrudes outwards over the thermal insulation panel(s) (7).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a wall element.

[0002] Wall elements are already known in a wide variety of designs, serving as privacy screens, visual focal points, or noise barriers. For example, cuboid concrete wall elements have been created that can be stacked on top of each other to form a protective wall. These wall elements, designed as hollow bodies and filled with mineral substrate, sometimes feature planting holes, even in recessed areas, from which vegetation rooted in the mineral substrate emerges. However, such stacked concrete wall elements are heavy, unwieldy, and quite large, significantly limiting their application.

[0003] The main task, therefore, is to create a wall element of the type mentioned at the beginning that can be manufactured and assembled easily and with minimal effort.

[0004] The solution to this problem according to the invention consists in the features of the current patent claim 1.

[0005] The wall element according to the invention comprises a frame that serves as a support structure and can be quickly assembled as needed. The spaced-apart longitudinal sides of the frame are each formed by at least two vertically oriented uprights, each of which is made from at least one profile section. At least one water- and rot-resistant thermal insulation panel is provided between the adjacent uprights on each longitudinal side of the frame. The thermal insulation panels forming the longitudinal walls of the wall element rest on both sides of their vertically oriented edges against an outer profile web of the adjacent profile sections. A sandy, earthy, peaty, or mineral substrate is filled into the frame cavity formed between the spaced-apart longitudinal walls of the wall element.The frame, which is easy to transport and align when empty, gains sufficient weight from the substrate filled into its cavity to ensure that the wall element remains securely, firmly, and immovably in the chosen location. Since the thermal insulation panels used are water- and rot-resistant, a long service life for the wall element according to the invention is guaranteed.

[0006] A particularly advantageous embodiment according to the invention provides that the wall element is designed as a green wall element and that planting holes are provided in at least one of the thermal insulation panels. The vegetation rooted in the substrate protrudes through these planting holes above the thermal insulation panel(s). In this preferred embodiment, the substrate filled into the frame cavity formed between the spaced longitudinal walls of the wall element can then serve as a rooting area for the plants. For this purpose, planting holes are provided in at least one of the thermal insulation panels used for the wall element according to the invention. These planting holes are either already incorporated into the thermal insulation panels at the factory or can be subsequently incorporated, for example with a hole saw, after the frame has been assembled and filled with substrate.These planting holes allow the vegetation rooted in the substrate to protrude beyond the thermal insulation board surrounding the planting hole. The vegetation extending beyond at least one layer of insulation receives sufficient sunlight without the risk of the substrate and its roots overheating to a detrimental degree.

[0007] A preferred embodiment of the invention, characterized by high durability of the wall element, provides that the at least one thermal insulation board is an insulation board made of extruded polystyrene foam. Such insulation boards made of extruded polystyrene foam are commercially available, for example, under the brand name "Styrodur". These insulation boards are characterized by high resistance to water and rot.

[0008] In order to better adapt the wall element according to the invention to the environment or to design it according to the wishes and ideas of the viewer, it is advantageous if at least one of the thermal insulation panels is painted, decorated, glued, structured or coated at least on its visible side.

[0009] To enable the thermal insulation panels forming the longitudinal walls of the wall element to withstand the pressure of the substrate located on the inside of the frame within the frame cavity, it is advantageous if at least one thermal insulation panel has a fabric-reinforced surface layer, particularly of mortar, on at least one of its flat sides and preferably on at least its outer flat side. Such a fabric-reinforced surface layer further increases both the strength of the thermal insulation panel and its resistance to water and rot.

[0010] In order to keep the uprights provided on the long sides of the frame and oriented in a vertical direction sufficiently far apart so that at least one thermal insulation panel can be inserted between them, it is advantageous if at least two adjacent uprights are connected to each other via longitudinal beams on at least one of the long sides of the frame.

[0011] To increase the stability of the wall element according to the invention, it is advantageous if its longitudinal walls are formed from several thermal insulation panels. A preferred embodiment according to the invention provides that the longitudinal beams, which connect at least two adjacent uprights and are spaced apart from one another, are designed as profile sections. These profile sections each have a profile web on their facing longitudinal sides, against which at least one of the thermal insulation panels rests. Thus, each thermal insulation panel can be inserted from the inside of the frame cavity into a section of the frame, which is bounded by vertically oriented uprights and horizontally oriented longitudinal beams. Profile webs are provided on the uprights and beams, forming the bearing surface for the thermal insulation panel inserted into the section.

[0012] It can be advantageous if the substrate presses the thermal insulation boards against the profile webs. In such a design, further fastening of the thermal insulation boards to the profile webs can be omitted if necessary, because the substrate presses the thermal insulation boards against the profile webs in such a way that the thermal insulation boards are securely, immovably, and firmly in contact with the profile webs due to pressure.

[0013] Additionally or instead, it can also be advantageous if at least one of the thermal insulation panels is connected to the profile web of at least one of the adjacent profile sections and / or the adjacent longitudinal beams. If the thermal insulation panels are connected to the profile webs, particularly those of the adjacent profile sections serving as studs, further longitudinal beams can be omitted if necessary.

[0014] In order to connect the thermal insulation panels with the profile webs to the profile sections serving as uprights and / or to the longitudinal beams, it may be advantageous if at least one of the thermal insulation panels is connected to the profile web of at least one of the adjacent profile sections serving as uprights and / or the adjacent longitudinal beams by means of a screw, rivet or snap connection.

[0015] In order to close the frame also on its transverse or narrow sides, it is advantageous if the uprights provided in the vertically oriented corner areas of the frame each have at least two profile webs arranged at right angles to each other, and if the transverse walls of the wall element are each closed by at least one thermal insulation panel which abuts on both sides the mutually facing outer profile webs of the uprights provided in the vertical corner areas of the frame.

[0016] The thermal insulation panels provided on the transverse or narrow sides of the frame can also be pressed against the profile webs of the uprights located in the corner areas of the frame by the substrate in the frame cavity. Additionally or alternatively, it is also possible for the thermal insulation panels forming the transverse or narrow sides to be connected to the profile webs, for example, by means of a screw, rivet, or snap-fit ​​connection.

[0017] To keep the uprights forming the long sides of the frame at a distance, it is advantageous if the uprights forming the long sides of the frame are kept at a distance by means of crossbars and / or at least a cross brace.

[0018] The vegetation rooted in the substrate located in the frame cavity requires a sufficient water supply to thrive. A preferred embodiment of the invention provides that the frame is open on its upper surface facing away from the base. Because the upper surface of the frame is open and has no thermal insulation panels there, rainwater can easily drip into the substrate in the frame cavity and reach the root system of the vegetation.

[0019] It is advantageous if the frame has a rectangular base.

[0020] In a preferred embodiment according to the invention, which is characterized by particularly high stability, the frame tapers in longitudinal section towards its upper surface.

[0021] In order for the wall element according to the invention to stand on a sufficiently firm base, it is advantageous if the supports forming the longitudinal walls of the frame are based on a preferably strip-shaped paving.

[0022] In a particularly advantageous embodiment according to the invention, the stands are supported on a preferably strip-shaped paving stone on each longitudinal side of the frame.

[0023] To prevent rainwater dripping into the frame cavity from excessively saturating the substrate there during heavy rain and thus avoiding waterlogging in this substrate, it is advantageous if the strip-shaped paving stones assigned to each long side of the frame are spaced apart from one another and if a drainage area for the substrate provided in the frame cavity is arranged between the spaced-apart paving strips.

[0024] Further developments according to the invention are described in the claims in conjunction with the description and the drawing. The invention is described in more detail below with reference to a preferred embodiment.

[0025] It shows:

[0026] Fig. 1 the frame for a greened wall element when lining the frame with thermal insulation panels, which thermal insulation panels then form the walls of the greened wall element,

[0027] Fig. 2 the frame made of Fig. 1 in a side view, indicating that both the long sides and the short sides of the frame can be lined with thermal insulation panels,

[0028] Fig. 3 the frame lined with thermal insulation panels made of the Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 in a perspective side view,

[0029] Fig. 4 the frame lined with thermal insulation panels and filled with mineral substrate in its frame cavity, which now serves as a greened wall element, wherein planting holes are provided in at least one of the thermal insulation panels, through which the vegetation rooted in the substrate protrudes over the thermal insulation panels to the outside.

[0030] In Fig. 4 is a greened wall element 1 shown that this is in the Fig. 1 to Fig. 3 frames shown in more detail 2 The frame 2 serves the greened wall element 1 as a supporting structure. The spaced-apart longitudinal sides 3 , 4 of the frame 2 each consists of at least two stands oriented in a vertical direction 5 and 6 formed, each made from at least one profile section. Between adjacent uprights 5 , 6on each long side 3 , 4 of the frame 2 at least one water- and weather-resistant thermal insulation board 7 provided for. The longitudinal walls of the wall element 1 forming thermal insulation panels 7 They lie on both sides of an outer profile web at their vertically oriented edges. 8 the stands 5 , 6 forming adjacent profile sections. In the space between the spaced longitudinal walls of the wall element. 1 formed frame cavity 9 an earthy, peaty or mineral substrate 10 filled, which the plants used 11 in the wall element 1 subsequently serves as a root space.

[0031] The frame is easy to transport and align when empty. 2 is obtained through the space within the frame 9 replenished substrate10 such a weight that the wall element 1 subsequently remains securely, firmly, and immovably in the chosen location. This is located in the frame cavity. 9 on the inside sides of the thermal insulation panels 7 adjacent substrate 10 presses the thermal insulation panels 7 against the profile ribs 8 , such that screwing these thermal insulation panels is not necessary 7 on the profile sections 5 , 6 of the frame 2 can be dispensed with. In at least one of the wall element 1 used thermal insulation panels 7 are planting holes 12 provided for, which are already provided in the thermal insulation panels at the factory or also after the frame has been assembled and filled. 2 with substrate 10 These planting holes can also be added later, for example with a hole saw. 12can the substrate 10 rooted vegetation over the planting hole 12 surrounding thermal insulation board 7 protrude. Because these thermal insulation panels 7 Being water- and rot-resistant, the wall element shown here has a long service life. 1 ensured. The insulation panels include at least one layer of thermal insulation. 7 The vegetation there receives sufficient sunlight without any risk of damage from the thermal insulation panels. 7 protected substrate 10 and the roots of the plants contained therein 11 heat up so excessively that this harms the plants 11 would be detrimental.

[0032] The wall element shown here 1 used thermal insulation panels 7 They are made from extruded polystyrene foam. These thermal insulation boards exhibit the following properties: 7at least on one of their flat sides and preferably on both flat sides, a fabric-reinforced surface layer, in particular made of mortar, is applied.

[0033] From a comparison of Fig. 1 to Fig. 4 it is evident that the stands 5 , 6 on the long sides 3 , 4 of the frame 2 via longitudinal beams 13 are connected to each other. At least two adjacent stands are involved. 5 , 6 longitudinal beams connecting and spaced apart from each other 13 also designed as profile sections, each with a profile web on its facing longitudinal sides 14 wear it on which profile rib 14 at least one of the thermal insulation panels 7 is pending.

[0034] In the Fig. 1 and Fig. 3. It is evident that the vertically oriented corner areas of the frame 2provided stand 6 each at least two profile ribs arranged at right angles to each other 8 , 15 have and that the cross sides 16 , 17 of the frame each by at least one thermal insulation panel 7 is closed, which is on both sides at the mutually facing outer profile webs 15 the vertical corner areas of the frame 2 provided stand 6 issue.

[0035] From a comparison of Fig. 1 to Fig. 3 it becomes clear that the long sides 3 , 4 of the frame 2 forming stand 5 , 6 via crossbars 18 and cross braces 19 are kept at a distance.

[0036] So that the plants 11 required rainwater into the frame cavity 9 penetrate and enter the substrate there 10The frame can seep in. 2 on the upper side of the frame facing away from the standing surface 20 Openly trained. The frame 2 of the wall element 1 It has a rectangular base. The frame tapers towards the edge. 2 in longitudinal section to its frame top 20 to the long sides of the frame. 2 forming stand 5 , 6 are based on strip-shaped paving stones 21 , 22 The stands are supported by each other. 5 , 6 on each long side 3 , 4 of the frame 2 each on one of these strip-shaped paving stones 21 , 22 off. These strip-shaped plasters 21 , 22 are spaced apart from each other, with a drainage area between the spaced paving strips. 23 for the space in the frame 9 intended substrate 10is arranged. This prevents the substrate from shifting. 10 in excessively heavy rain it can become too damp and that the frame cavity 9 waterlogging in the substrate 10 forms. While those in the corner areas of the frame 2 arranged stands 6 as well as those on the top and bottom of the frame 2 located longitudinal bar 13 formed from L-shaped profile sections in cross-section, are the columns located between the uprights in the corner areas. 6 provided stand 5 on the long sides 3 , 4 of the frame 2 as well as those between the upper and lower longitudinal bars 13 arranged longitudinal bars 13 formed by T-shaped profile sections in cross-section.

[0037] In order to be able to supply the vegetation rooted in the substrate with water in a controlled manner if necessary, the space within the frame and especially the substrate itself can be used, for example on the inside of the heating panels. 7 , at least one irrigation hose must be laid, extending from the wall element 1 It is led out and connected there to the pipe network or another water source. The wall element is filled with substrate. 1 forms a solid and stable heavyweight wall. Reference symbol list 1 wall element 2 frames 3 (first) long side (of the frame) 4 (second) long side (of the frame) 5 (central) stands 6 stands (in the corner areas) 7 Heat-insulating panel 8 profiled web (on the stands) 5 , 6 ) 9 Frame cavity 10 substrate 11 plants 12 planting holes 13 longitudinal bars 14 Profile web (on the longitudinal bars) 13 ) 15 profile webs (on the transverse sides of the stands) 6 ) 16 (first) side (of the frame) 17 (second) transverse side (of the frame) 18 crossbars 19 Cross brace 20 Frame top 21 strip-shaped paving stones 22 strip-shaped paving stones 23 Infiltration area

Claims

[1] Wall element ( 1 ) with a frame ( 2 ), whose spaced-apart long sides ( 3 , 4 ) each consisting of at least two stands ( 5 , 6 ) are formed, which stands ( 5 , 6 ) each are made from at least one profile section, with between adjacent uprights ( 5 , 6 ) at least one water- and rot-resistant thermal insulation board ( 7 ) is intended to ( 7 ) on both sides of an outer profile web ( 8 ) of the adjacent profile sections, and with a sandy, earthy, peaty or mineral substrate ( 10 ) in the space between the long sides ( 3 , 4 ) of the frame ( 2 ) formed frame cavity ( 9 ). [2] Wall element according to claim 1, characterized by that the wall element ( 1 ) as a greened wall element ( 1) is formed and that this is done in at least one of the thermal insulation panels ( 7 ) Planting holes ( 12 ) are provided, through which planting holes ( 12 ) which are in the substrate ( 10 ) Rooted vegetation over the thermal insulation board(s) ( 7 ) faces outwards. [3] Wall element according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by that at least one thermal insulation panel ( 7 ) is an insulation board made of extruded polystyrene foam. [4] Wall element according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized by that at least one of the thermal insulation panels ( 7 ) is at least painted, decorated, covered, textured or coated on its visible side. [5] Wall element according to claims 1 to 4, characterized by that at least one thermal insulation panel ( 7) has at least on one of its flat sides and preferably at least on its outer flat or visible side a fabric-reinforced surface layer, in particular made of mortar. [6] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized by that at least two adjacent stands ( 5 , 6 ) on at least one of the long sides ( 3 , 4 ) of the frame ( 2 ) via longitudinal beams ( 13 are connected to each other. [7] Wall element according to claim 6, characterized by that the at least two adjacent stands ( 5 , 6 ) connecting and spaced-apart longitudinal beams ( 13 ) are designed as profile sections, each with a profile web on its facing longitudinal sides ( 14 ) wear, on which profile ribs ( 14 ) at least one of the thermal insulation panels ( 7 ) is pending. [8] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized by that the substrate ( 10 ) the thermal insulation panels ( 7 ) against the profile ribs ( 8 ; 14 ) presses. [9] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized by that at least one of the thermal insulation panels ( 7 ) with the profile rib ( 8 ; 14 ) at least one of the adjacent ones and as a stand ( 5 , 6 ) serving profile sections and / or the adjacent longitudinal beams ( 13 ) is connected. [10] Wall element according to claim 9, characterized by that at least one of the thermal insulation panels ( 7 ) with the profile rib ( 8 ; 14 ) at least one of the adjacent ones and as a stand ( 5 , 6 ) serving profile sections and / or the adjacent longitudinal beams ( 13 ) is connected by means of a screw, rivet or snap connection. [11] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized by that in the vertically oriented corner areas of the frame ( 2 ) provided stand ( 6 ) each at least two profile ribs arranged at right angles to each other ( 8 , 15 ) have, and that the cross sides ( 16 , 17 ) of the frame ( 2 ) each by at least one thermal insulation panel ( 7 ) is closed, which is on both sides at the outer profile webs facing each other ( 15 ) which is located in the vertical corner areas of the frame ( 2 ) provided stand ( 6 ) issue. [12] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized by that the long sides ( 3 , 4 ) of the frame ( 2 ) provided stand ( 5 , 6 ) via crossbars ( 18 ) and / or at least a cross brace ( 19 ) are kept at a distance. [13] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized by that the frame ( 2 ) on the top of its frame ( 20 ) is openly trained. [14] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 13, characterized by that the frame ( 2 ) has a rectangular floor plan. [15] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 14, characterized by that the frame ( 2 ) in longitudinal section to its frame top ( 20 ) rejuvenated. [16] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 15, characterized by that the long sides ( 3 , 4 ) of the frame ( 2 ) provided stand ( 5 , 6 ) on a preferably strip-shaped pavement ( 21 , 22 ) are based. [17] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 16, characterized by that the stands ( 5 , 6 ) on each long side ( 3 , 4) of the frame ( 2 ) each on a preferably strip-shaped pavement ( 21 , 22 ) are based. [18] Wall element according to any one of claims 1 to 17, characterized by that each of a long side ( 3 , 4 ) of the frame ( 2 ) associated strip-shaped paving stones ( 21 , 22 ) are spaced apart from each other and that a drainage area is located between the spaced paving strips ( 23 ) for the space in the frame cavity ( 9 ) intended substrate ( 10 ) is arranged.

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