Method for assembling a support system

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for assembling a support system, preferably for functional elements of a kitchen, in a room with at least one wall, in which - the room or part of the room, preferably the wall, is scanned using a 3D scanner, - a zero point is set, - an elongated mounting aid is aligned at the zero point and attached to the wall, - at least one intermediate element is arranged on the assembly aid, - an elongated fastening aid is aligned using the intermediate element, - an assembly ruler is attached to the assembly aid, - a fixing ruler is attached to the fixing aid, and - at least one vertical support of the support system is aligned and / or mounted on the assembly ruler and the fastening ruler.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a method for assembling a support system, preferably for functional elements of a kitchen, in a room with at least one wall, in which the room or a part of the room, preferably the wall, is detected by means of a scanner.

[0002] Corresponding methods for scanning a room are generally known, for example, from WO 2019 / 201952 A1. The content of WO 2019 / 201952 A1 is incorporated in its entirety into this application, for example with regard to the feasibility and possible configurations of the scanning method.

[0003] The disadvantage is that the installer has to measure and readjust the actual wall himself in order to install the support system and / or functional elements on site.

[0004] Highly specialized specialists are required to precisely position and assemble the functional elements.

[0005] It is therefore an object of the invention to provide a method for assembling a support system and an assembly device in which the assembly is made significantly easier.

[0006] This problem is solved by the method and the assembly device of the independent claims.

[0007] According to the invention, the method serves for assembling a support system in a room with at least one wall.

[0008] The support system is ideally suited for mounting functional elements of a kitchen. Alternatively or additionally, functional elements of a bathroom and / or living room, for example, can be mounted on the support system.

[0009] The functional elements can be, for example, a piece of furniture, a shelf part, e.g. a shelf, a shelf compartment, a shelf wall and / or a shelf ceiling, a table, a worktop, a support device, a display, a presentation box and / or a lighting device.

[0010] The support system allows the functional elements to be easily mounted on the wall.

[0011] First, the room or part of the room, preferably the wall, is scanned using a 3D scanner.

[0012] The term “3D scanner” is to be understood broadly and includes, for example, all optical and / or acoustic scanners, e.g. lasers, lidar, ultrasonic sensors and the like.

[0013] A zero point is established. When measuring, for example, a kitchen, the zero point is preferably established by the planner in the room. This has the advantage that an installer, for example, does not have to compare the plan with the room before installation.

[0014] This zero point is preferably determined extremely precisely, since the positions of the entire support system are derived from this point.

[0015] It was surprising that a single zero point was sufficient to precisely align the entire support system.

[0016] An elongated mounting aid is aligned at the zero point and attached to the wall.

[0017] For example, the mounting aid can have a notch and / or a recess which can be aligned with the zero point.

[0018] Preferably, the mounting aid is aligned exactly horizontally, e.g. using a spirit level.

[0019] At least or exactly one, preferably elongated, intermediate element, e.g. a cross strut, is arranged on the assembly aid.

[0020] Preferably, at least two intermediate elements can be arranged on the assembly aid. These can preferably intersect, e.g., centrally. To determine the exact intersection point, at least one of the intermediate elements can have a positioning groove. Both intermediate elements can also each have a positioning groove.

[0021] For assembly, one intermediate element can snap into the positioning groove of the other intermediate element. This ensures precise positioning.

[0022] For example, the assembly aid may have a fastening device to fix the intermediate element(s) to the assembly aid, at least temporarily.

[0023] Alternatively, the intermediate element(s) can be attached to the assembly aid during production. For example, the intermediate element(s) can be pulled up, extended, and / or swung out from the assembly aid, e.g., in a scissor-like and / or accordion-like manner.

[0024] An elongated fastening aid is aligned using the intermediate element.

[0025] The intermediate element preferably automatically aligns the fastening aid parallel to the assembly aid.

[0026] For example, the fastening aid may have a fastening device to fix the intermediate element or elements, at least temporarily, to the fastening aid.

[0027] Alternatively, the intermediate element(s) can be attached to the mounting aid during production. For example, the intermediate element(s) together with the mounting aid can be pulled up, extended, and / or swung out from the mounting aid, e.g., in a scissor-like and / or accordion-like manner.

[0028] The assembly aid, the intermediate element(s), and / or the fastening aid may, for example, be a single component. Alternatively, they may initially be separated from each other and only joined together during assembly.

[0029] A mounting ruler is attached to the mounting aid, e.g., by screwing. For this purpose, the mounting aid can have at least two attachment points.

[0030] A mounting ruler is attached to the mounting aid, e.g., by screwing. For this purpose, the mounting aid can, for example, have at least two attachment points.

[0031] The assembly ruler and the fastening ruler together are also referred to as “rulers” in the following.

[0032] The rulers are preferably custom-made and essentially carry the "DNA" of the entire support system. For example, the rulers represent the zero point of the planning.

[0033] Preferably, the lengths of the rulers can determine the dimensions of the support system.

[0034] The term “ruler” is to be understood broadly and includes, for example, all elongated components that have some kind of marking.

[0035] At least or exactly one vertical support of the support system is aligned and / or mounted on the assembly ruler and the fastening ruler.

[0036] The vertical support, for example, is automatically aligned at right angles to the rulers.

[0037] During the planning phase, the points where the vertical supports will be attached during assembly are preferably determined. A collision check can also be performed, for example, based on the position of utility elements.

[0038] For example, the vertical support can be screwed to the wall.

[0039] Preferably, several, e.g. at least two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten or more, vertical supports are provided.

[0040] The vertical supports are preferably screwed firmly to the rulers in order to provide structure-borne sound insulation for the vertical supports.

[0041] The assembly process is easy to perform even for unskilled installers, as, for example, there's no longer any need to measure and / or a certain amount of pre-assembly can be performed at the factory. This is particularly advantageous given the shortage of skilled workers.

[0042] To verify that all necessary components of the support system are present, the support system can be pre-assembled at the factory or installed for testing purposes. This ensures that no components are missing during assembly. Furthermore, it is possible to predict exactly what the final product will look like.

[0043] Furthermore, the overall assembly time can be significantly reduced. For example, scanning can be completed in a relatively short time on one day, and assembly can be completed on just another.

[0044] In addition, unevenness in the wall can be compensated for by the support system, so that an at least almost perfect level is created.

[0045] Assembly can be carried out during the shell construction phase. Once the support system is in place, only the functional elements need to be attached to it later.

[0046] Further developments of the invention can also be found in the dependent claims, the description and the accompanying drawings.

[0047] According to one embodiment, the vertical support is aligned with markings on the assembly ruler and the fastening ruler.

[0048] The markings can be designed as recesses and / or millings, for example.

[0049] Because the rulers have markings, the vertical support can be easily positioned precisely.

[0050] The, preferably individual, markings of the rulers determine, as a kind of “DNA”, the positions of the vertical supports and thus ultimately the entire structure of the support system.

[0051] According to a further embodiment, at least or exactly one supply element is fastened to the assembly ruler and / or the fastening ruler.

[0052] The supply element can, for example, be designed as a mounting plate and / or serve for water or electrical installation.

[0053] Preferably, the supply element can be a transformer supply element, a socket supply element, a cooker connection box supply element, a water supply element, an extractor fan supply element and / or a mixer tap supply element.

[0054] For example, the positions of the connections can be determined during the shell construction phase, enabling rapid final assembly.

[0055] According to a further embodiment, horizontal beams of the support system are mounted, for example screwed, to the vertical beams.

[0056] For this purpose, the horizontal beams can have recesses, e.g. screw holes.

[0057] Preferably, several horizontal beams are provided, e.g., at least or exactly two, three, four, five, six, or more. These can preferably be oriented parallel to one another.

[0058] The length of the horizontal beams is basically unlimited. For example, several horizontal beams can be joined together to increase the overall length.

[0059] The horizontal beams can also preferably be installed during the shell construction.

[0060] Preferably, the horizontal beams are coordinated with the planning and / or have all the recesses for connection to the vertical beams.

[0061] For example, a vertical center mark may be placed on the horizontal beam. For example, attachment points may be provided, e.g., for mounting elements of a mixer tap and / or extractor fan.

[0062] Preferably, all components and / or mounting elements are included in the planning. For example, the cutouts of a panel wall correspond to the mounting plates.

[0063] If all components and / or assembly elements are included in the planning, all individual parts can be manufactured directly from the design. This eliminates the need for on-site reworking during assembly.

[0064] According to a further embodiment, the horizontal supports each have a busbar and / or a groove for receiving at least one adapter.

[0065] The adapters can be inserted and secured into the groove, e.g., as in a "plug-and-play" process. The functional elements can then be arranged or attached to the adapters.

[0066] With regard to possible embodiments, reference is made to German patent application 10 2024 110 423.6, the content of which is fully incorporated into this application, whereby the horizontal support corresponds to the holding device or the base body.

[0067] According to a further embodiment, the zero point is an intersection point between a horizontal line and a vertical line, wherein the position of the vertical line corresponds to the center of a spatial plan.

[0068] The room layout can be customized to the customer's individual needs. For example, the entire width of the wall can be utilized or just a single passe-partout.

[0069] For example, in a four-meter-wide kitchen, the position of the vertical line in the middle may be two meters.

[0070] Preferably, the horizontal line can be at the height of the top edge of a carcass, e.g. a kitchen worktop.

[0071] For example, the height of the horizontal line corresponds to the sum of the body height and the base height.

[0072] According to a further embodiment, at least or exactly one slave zero point is defined.

[0073] The slave zero point can be helpful, for example, in an L-shaped support system, for example an L-shaped kitchen.

[0074] Preferably, at least or exactly two slave zero points can be provided.

[0075] Two slave zero points can be helpful, for example, in a U-shaped support system, for example a U-shaped kitchen.

[0076] Preferably, all zero points and slave zero points are dependent on each other.

[0077] For example, dependencies can be identified during planning.

[0078] In L- and U-shaped support systems, the rulers can be firmly connected to each other, e.g. screwed, using a corner connector.

[0079] The invention also relates to an assembly device, preferably for an assembly method according to the invention.

[0080] The mounting device has an elongated mounting aid.

[0081] Furthermore, the mounting device has at least one intermediate element that can be arranged or is arranged on the mounting aid.

[0082] For example, several intermediate elements, e.g., two, may be provided. At least one intermediate element may, for example, have a positioning groove.

[0083] The mounting device has an elongated fastening aid that can be aligned with the intermediate element.

[0084] Finally, the mounting device has a mounting ruler that can be or is attached to the mounting aid and a mounting ruler that can be or is attached to the mounting aid.

[0085] The rulers may preferably have markings for the vertical support.

[0086] All embodiments and components of the device described here are preferably designed to be used according to the method described here. Furthermore, all embodiments of the device described here and all embodiments of the method described here can be combined with one another, preferably independently of the specific embodiment in whose context they are mentioned.

[0087] In general, it should be noted that terms like "a" or "an" do not necessarily mean "exactly one" or "exactly one," although this is also possible. The terms "a" or "an" can therefore be understood as "at least or exactly one" or "at least or exactly one." The use of the singular preferably includes the presence of the components in the plural, and vice versa.

[0088] It is noted that "vorzugsweise" and "vorzugt" can be translated into English as "preferably." A feature introduced by "vorzugsweise" or "vorzugt" is purely optional, can be omitted, and does not constitute a limitation, for example, of the claims.

[0089] The invention is described below by way of example with reference to the drawings. Fig. 1 a perspective view of a room to illustrate a variant of the method according to the invention, Fig. 2 perspective views of possible embodiments of components of the assembly device according to the invention, Fig. 3 to 6 perspective views of possible embodiments of components of the assembly device according to the invention to illustrate a variant of the method according to the invention, and Fig. 7 a perspective view of an embodiment of a support system assembled according to the method of the invention.

[0090] First, it should be noted that the illustrated embodiments are purely exemplary in nature. Individual features can be implemented not only in the combination shown, but also individually or in other technically feasible combinations. For example, the features of one embodiment can be combined arbitrarily with features of another embodiment. The number, length, shape, and / or position of the assembly aid, the intermediate elements, the fastening aid, the rulers, the supply elements, the vertical supports, and / or the horizontal supports is fundamentally arbitrary. Furthermore, the number and / or position of the slave zero points can vary.

[0091] If a figure contains a reference symbol that is not explained in the immediately corresponding description, reference is made to the corresponding preceding or following explanations in the figure description. Thus, the same reference symbols are used for identical or comparable components in the figures and these are not explained again.

[0092] Fig. 1 shows a room 10 with a wall 12.

[0093] Room 10 is scanned using a 3D scanner.

[0094] A zero point 14 is established on wall 12. This determines the positioning of the entire support system. The entire assembly is constructed from this zero point 14.

[0095] The zero point 14, for example, is an intersection point between a horizontal line 16 and a vertical line 18.

[0096] Preferably, the horizontal line can be positioned at the height of a carcass top edge, e.g. a kitchen worktop 20 (see Fig. 7), lie.

[0097] The position of the vertical line 18 corresponds, for example, to the center of a spatial plan.

[0098] In principle, the zero point 14 can be set at any other position on the wall 12.

[0099] Optionally, one or two slave zero points 22 can be defined. The slave zero points 22 are useful for an L- or U-shaped design of the support system.

[0100] In Fig. 2 shows various - partly optional - components of the assembly device according to the invention.

[0101] Shown are an elongated assembly aid 24, two crossed intermediate elements 26, a fastening aid 28, an assembly ruler 30, a fastening ruler 32, a horizontal support 34, several strips 36, two vertical supports 38 of different heights with fastening plates 40 and adjustable feet 42, a transformer supply element 44, a socket supply element 46, a cooker connection box supply element 48 and a water supply element 50.

[0102] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 3, the mounting aid 24 is aligned at the zero point and attached to the wall, e.g. screwed.

[0103] The assembly aid 24 is preferably aligned exactly horizontally, as this forms the reference for further assembly.

[0104] The two intermediate elements 26 are arranged on the assembly aid 24 and preferably fastened to the assembly aid 24, e.g. screwed.

[0105] One intermediate element 26 can engage in a positioning groove 52 of the other intermediate element 26. This ensures precise positioning of the intermediate elements 26 in a simple manner.

[0106] The mounting aid 28 is now aligned using the intermediate elements 26. For this purpose, the intermediate elements 26 can preferably be attached, e.g., screwed, to the mounting aid 28.

[0107] In this way, the fastening aid 28 is automatically aligned parallel to the assembly aid 24.

[0108] The assembly aid 24 and the fastening aid 28 are now at least almost perfectly aligned vertically and / or horizontally.

[0109] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 4, the intermediate elements 26 can now be removed. Alternatively, they can remain in place.

[0110] The mounting ruler 30 is attached to the mounting aid 24, while the fastening ruler 32 is attached to the fastening aid 28.

[0111] The rulers 30, 32 each have markings 54, e.g. recesses, to which the vertical supports 38 are aligned and / or fastened.

[0112] The vertical supports 38 are thus automatically oriented at right angles to the rulers 30, 32.

[0113] Preferably, the vertical support 38 is screwed to both rulers 30, 32 and aligned in height with the horizontal line 16.

[0114] Preferably, the vertical support 38 may have horizontal markings. These must correspond to the rulers 30, 32.

[0115] Once the vertical support 38 is aligned in height, it is firmly screwed to the wall 12 via the fastening plates 40.

[0116] The process can also be carried out with the other vertical supports 38.

[0117] The vertical supports 38 can now be aligned, for example, in depth and / or vertically. For example, a clearance of between 1 cm and 10 cm, e.g., 5 cm, can be present.

[0118] When adjusting the depth for L- and U-shaped support systems, the slave zero points 22 must also be taken into account.

[0119] The area between the wall 12 and the vertical supports 38 can serve, for example, as a supply shaft.

[0120] Once everything is adjusted, the mounting plates 40, for example, can be secured with nuts for sound insulation.

[0121] If all elements are firmly screwed together, the best possible sound insulation is achieved. An additional structure-borne sound insulation kit can be used as an option.

[0122] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 5, the horizontal beams 34 and the optional strips 36 can now be attached, e.g. screwed, to the vertical beams 38.

[0123] Finally, as in Fig. 6, the transformer supply element 44, the socket supply element 46 and the water supply element 50 are attached to the rulers 30, 32, e.g. hung and / or screwed.

[0124] Supply elements 44, 46, 48, and 50 are preferably planned behind a cabinet. If these supply elements 44, 46, 48, and 50 are planned, they become part of the planning. This allows for a collision check. The rear walls of cabinets and / or panels may have corresponding cutouts at the factory.

[0125] Preferably, cables and / or lines can be attached to the rulers 30, 32 and / or the vertical supports 38. Optionally, converters can be placed at the required locations.

[0126] The support system can be used, as shown in Fig. 7, various functional elements 56, e.g. a kitchen worktop 20, are attached.

[0127] For attaching heavy functional elements 56, e.g., a kitchen unit, a kitchen workbench, a worktop 20, a wall unit, a media wall, and / or a sink, several horizontal supports 34 can be provided directly above one another. Alternatively, a horizontal support with a greater load-bearing capacity is conceivable.

[0128] Ideally, when relocating, virtually all parts of the support system—except for rulers 30 and 32, for example—can be taken along and reassembled at the new location. The support system is therefore extremely flexible and / or sustainable. List of reference symbols 10 rooms 12 Wall 14 Zero point 16 horizontal lines 18 vertical line 20 kitchen worktop 22 Slave zero point 24 Assembly aid 26 Intermediate element 28 Mounting aid 30 assembly ruler 32 Mounting ruler 34 horizontal beams 36 bar 38 vertical beams 40 Mounting plate 42 Adjustable foot 44 Transformer supply element 46 socket supply element 48 Cooker connection box supply element 50 water supply element 52 Positioning groove 54 Marking 56 functional element QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents submitted by the applicant was generated automatically and is included solely for the convenience of the reader. This list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA assumes no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] WO 2019 / 201952 A1

[0002] DE 10 2024 110 423.6

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Claims

[1] Method for assembling a support system, preferably for functional elements of a kitchen, in a room (10) with at least one wall (12), wherein - the room (10) or a part of the room (10), preferably the wall (12), is captured using a 3D scanner, - a zero point (14) is defined, - an elongated mounting aid (24) is aligned at the zero point (14) and attached to the wall (12), - at least one intermediate element (26) is arranged on the assembly aid (24), - an elongated fastening aid (28) is aligned using the intermediate element (26), - a mounting ruler (30) is attached to the mounting aid (24), - a mounting ruler (32) is attached to the mounting aid (28), and - at least one vertical support (38) of the support system is aligned and / or mounted on the mounting ruler (30) and on the fastening ruler (32). [2] Method according to claim 1, characterized by , that the vertical support (38) is aligned with markings (54) of the mounting ruler (30) and the fixing ruler (32). [3] Method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by , that at least one supply element (44, 46, 48, 50) is attached to the mounting ruler (30) and / or the fastening ruler (32). [4] Method according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one horizontal beam (34) of the support system is mounted on at least one vertical beam (38). [5] Method according to claim 4, characterized by that the horizontal support (34) has a busbar and / or a groove for receiving at least one adapter. [6] Method according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the zero point (14) is an intersection between a horizontal line (16) and a vertical line (18), the position of the vertical line (18) being the center of a spatial plan. [7] Method according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one slave zero point (22) is specified. [8] Method according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least or exactly two intermediate elements (26) are provided. [9] Method according to claim 8, characterized by that the intermediate elements (26) intersect, preferably in the middle. [10] Assembly device, preferably for an assembly method according to one of the preceding claims, comprising - an elongated assembly aid (24), - at least one intermediate element (26) that can be arranged or is arranged on the assembly aid (24), - an elongated fastening aid (28) that can be aligned on the intermediate element (26), - a mounting ruler (30) that can be attached to or is attached to the mounting aid (24), and - a mounting ruler (32) that can be attached to or is attached to the mounting aid (28).

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