Improved device for weather protection during assembly work

Abstract

A weather protection device, particularly for outdoor installations, comprising at least one roof frame (4), at least one mounting frame (3), and at least one front frame (5), wherein the mounting frame (3) and the front frame (5) are movably connected to the roof frame (4), wherein the roof frame (4), together with a cover, closes off the device at the top and forms an underlying surface, and wherein the mounting frame (3), which is connected to the roof frame on a first side, establishes direct or indirect contact between the device and the ground and is designed in such a way that its height is flexibly adjustable, and wherein furthermore the front frame (5), which is arranged on a second side of the roof frame (4) and is brought into contact with at least one object, has a shorter length than the side of the roof frame on which it is arranged.

Description

Brief description of the invention

[0001] The present invention relates to an improved weather protection for use in assembly work.

[0002] Various tents and gazebos are known from the state of the art. These comprise a frame that can be covered with a tarpaulin, creating a sheltered area accessible to people. The problem with common gazebos for private use, for example, in the garden, is that they have a fixed shape that cannot be changed and thus cannot meet the requirements of different installation areas. Furthermore, the frames of the gazebos are usually made of many individual tubes that can be assembled together, making the quick assembly preferred during assembly work impossible.

[0003] Other weather protection devices, which can be installed on buildings, for example, often include facade scaffolding to which tarpaulins, nets, or other scaffolding cladding are attached. Even in such cases, there is the disadvantage that these cannot be set up quickly and precisely in a specific installation area.

[0004] The objective of the present invention is therefore to provide a weather protection device that is easily transportable and quickly ready for use. Furthermore, the weather protection device should offer the possibility of being used for a variety of outdoor tasks.

[0005] The present invention therefore relates to a device for weather protection, in particular for outdoor installations, comprising at least one roof frame, at least one erection frame and at least one front frame, wherein the erection frame and the front frame are movably connected to the roof frame, wherein the roof frame, together with a cover, closes off the device at the top and forms an underlying surface, and wherein the erection frame, which is arranged on a first side of the roof frame, forms the direct or indirect contact of the device with the ground and is designed such that its height can be flexibly adjusted, wherein furthermore the front frame arranged on the roof frame, which is arranged on the opposite second side of the roof frame and is brought into contact with at least one object, has a shorter length compared to the narrow side of the roof frame.

[0006] In one embodiment, the at least one support frame has telescopic legs on the vertical elements that are connected to the roof frame and the ground. Additionally or alternatively, in a further aspect, the at least one support frame can have at least one support element in the lower region, which is in contact with the ground, that supports the support frame on the ground. The support element is preferably support legs, with the at least one support element particularly preferably being integrated into the support frame.

[0007] In a further embodiment, the support frame, the front frame, and / or the roof frame can each have at least one cross brace. The support frame, the front frame, the support elements, and / or the cross braces can be connected by at least one connecting element, wherein the at least one connecting element preferably comprises a clamp closure, a tension bolt, a screw closure, a click closure, and / or a tension closure.

[0008] In one aspect of the invention, a) the length of the front frame is 5% to 90%, preferably 20% to 70%, particularly preferably 40% to 60% of the length of the narrow side of the roof frame; and / or b) the width of the front frame is only 5% to 50%, preferably 8% to 40%, particularly preferably 10% to 30% of the length of the roof frame.

[0009] In a preferred aspect, the size of the front frame is variably adjustable by means of a telescopic frame on the wide side. Furthermore, the front frame can preferably be adjustable in its angle to the roof frame and thus to the object. The at least one movable connection connecting the front frame to the roof frame is preferably a hinge, particularly preferably a multi-joint hinge, a slide-on hinge, a friction hinge, a simple hinge, a drill-in hinge, a stud hinge, a flap hinge, and / or a center hinge.

[0010] In a further embodiment of the invention, at least one fixing element is arranged between the support frame and the roof frame and / or the front frame and the roof frame, which prevents unwanted folding. The fixing element is preferably a bracket, a latch, a click fastener, and / or a quick-release fastener.

[0011] The mounting frame, the front frame and the roof frame are preferably made of metal, plastics, carbon fiber materials and particularly preferably have the shape of square tubes and / or round tubes.

[0012] In a particularly preferred embodiment, the components have the following sizes: a) the roof frame has a length of 120 to 150 cm and a width of 70 to 120 cm; b) the support frame has a variable length of 110 to 190 cm and a width of 70 to 120 cm; and / or c) the front frame has a length of 30 to 60 cm and a width of 50 to 100 cm

[0013] The cover surrounding the structure comprises, in one aspect, fabric, polyester fabric, nylon fabric, polyvinyl chloride materials, and / or polyethylene materials. The cover can be designed as a single part that is stretched over the entire structure or connected to it, or the cover can comprise several individual parts. The cover is preferably attached to the support frame and / or the roof frame using at least one connecting element. In one embodiment, the connecting element can be hook-and-loop fasteners, buttons, quick-release fasteners, brackets, latches, click fasteners, and / or quick-release fasteners.

[0014] The present invention is characterized by the embodiments in the claims and described in more detail by the embodiments in the following description, the examples and the drawings. Description of the drawings Fig. 1 Schematic representation of a device according to the invention for weather protection during outdoor installations. List of reference symbols 1 Movable (rotatable) connection 2 connecting element(s) 3 mounting frames 4 roof frames 5 front frame 6 cross brace(s) 7 fixing element(s) Detailed description of the invention

[0015] The present invention relates to a device for weather protection, particularly for outdoor installations.

[0016] In the following, the articles “a” and all derivatives thereof, as used herein, should generally be understood as “one or more”, unless otherwise stated or clear from the context as the singular form.

[0017] Whenever the terms "includes", "has", "possesses" and the like are used in the description or the claims, these terms should be understood in the same way as the term "comprising" or "having" and are not exhaustive unless explicitly stated.

[0018] The device according to the invention comprises at least one roof frame (4), at least one mounting frame (3) and at least one front frame (5), wherein the mounting frame (3) and the at least one front frame (5) are movably connected to the roof frame (4). Fig. As can be seen in Figure 1, the roof frame (4) forms a structure that closes off the device at the top and creates a surface underneath in which, for example, fitters can work. The roof frame (4) is preferably rectangular and, with a corresponding cover, forms a roof.

[0019] The installation frame (3) forms the part of the structure which creates direct or indirect contact between the device and the ground. The installation frame (3) is preferably arranged on a narrow side of the roof frame. Furthermore, in one aspect, the installation frame (3) is designed such that its height can be flexibly adjusted. For this purpose, in one aspect of the invention, the installation frame (3) can have telescopic legs on the vertical elements which allow the height of the installation frame (3) to be adjusted and enable use on uneven floors. The installation frame (3) is preferably the same width as the roof frame (4) so ​​that the latter can be securely held by the installation frame (3) and a sufficiently large space is created beneath the roof structure for, for example, assembly work.

[0020] To securely fasten the display frame (3) and thus the device at an installation location, the installation frame (3) can, in a further embodiment, further comprise at least one support element that can brace the installation frame (3) on the ground. For more stable support, multiple support elements can also be provided, wherein the storage frame (3) can be secured on both sides, for example, by multiple support elements, for example in the form of support legs, and / or additional legs can be arranged on a cross strut that connects the two vertical frames of the storage frame (3). The at least one support element is preferably movably arranged on the installation frame (3) so that it can be easily erected. Furthermore, the support element can also have different shapes.In one embodiment, the support element comprises telescopic legs with variable lengths, or flexible, bendable legs so that the support element can adapt better to the surface and securely support the device. In a preferred embodiment, the at least one support element is integrated into the support frame (3). Depending on the method of attachment to or in the support frame (3), the support element can be connected to the support frame (3) by at least one connecting element (2). The connecting element (2) can be any known connector, for example, but not limited to, clip closures, tension bolts, screw closures, click closures, tension closures or the like.

[0021] On the opposite side of the mounting frame (3), at least one front frame (5) is arranged on the roof frame (4), which represents a contact to an object. The object with which the front frame (5) is in contact can represent any surface, such as a house wall, a distribution box, a vehicle, a tower, a mast or similar surfaces. The front frame (5), like the Fig.1, is preferably movably arranged on the narrow side of the roof frame (4) and has a shorter length compared to the side of the roof frame (4) on which it is arranged. In a preferred aspect, the length of the front frame (5) is half that of the roof frame (4). The size of the front frame (5) can be fixed or variably adjustable by means of a telescopic frame on the wide side. In a preferred embodiment, the width of the front frame (5) is only 5% to 50%, preferably 8% to 40%, particularly preferably 10% to 30% of the length of the roof frame (4). A variable adjustability of the size of the front frame (5) makes it possible, in addition to the installation frame (3), to adapt the device to the installation area. In order to enable the device to be attached to an object, such as a house wall or the like, as precisely as possible, the angle of the front frame (5) relative to the object can be adjusted in a further aspect of the invention.To further facilitate transport and assembly, the front frame (5) is connected to the roof frame (4) by means of a movable connection (1), in particular a rotatable connection, preferably a hinge. The movable connection can be any known connection, preferably in the form of multi-joint hinges, sliding hinges, friction hinges, simple hinges, drill-in hinges, stud hinges, flap hinges, center hinges, or other hinges.

[0022] In order to prevent the installation frame (3) and the front frame (5) from collapsing undesirably with respect to the roof frame (4), one embodiment provides a fixing element (7) on the installation frame (3) and / or the front frame (5). The fixing element (7) can already be part of the connection between the installation frame (3), the front frame (5) and the roof frame (4), for example in the form of a built-in friction element. Alternatively or additionally, however, a fixing element (7) in the form of a bracket, a latch, a click fastener, quick-release fasteners or similar fasteners can lock the installation frame (3) and / or the front frame (5) with respect to the roof frame (4).

[0023] The installation frame (3), front frame (5) and roof frame (4) can be made from any material that provides a certain level of stability. This includes, for example, but is not limited to, the following list: metals, plastics, carbon fiber materials and combinations of these. In addition, the material from which the parts are made can also have a coating that makes the materials weather-resistant and / or a specific color. Although the installation frame (3), front frame (5) and roof frame (4) are generally made from the same materials, in some designs it can also be provided that the components are made from different materials or have different coatings. In a preferred embodiment, the installation frame (3), front frame (5) and roof frame (4) are each made from square tubes and / or round tubes.In addition, these can have different base sizes in order to meet the various requirements of the areas of application. The base size refers to the size of the components without extension, i.e. without them being pulled out or extended. In a particularly preferred embodiment, the roof frame (4) has a length of 120 to 150 cm and a width of 70 to 120 cm. The installation frame (3) preferably has a variable length of 110 to 190 cm and a width of 70 to 120 cm. In a preferred aspect, the front frame (5) has a length of 30 to 60 cm and a width of 50 to 100 cm.

[0024] Although the roof frame (4), the erection frame (3) and the front frame (5) were previously described as one part, one or more of the components thereof may also be formed from several parts, for example to obtain a smaller packing size.

[0025] In a further aspect, it can further be provided that the support frame (3), the front frame (5), and / or the roof frame (4) have at least one cross brace (6) to make the respective structures more stable. The cross braces (6) can be attached to the respective structural parts, i.e., the support frame (3), the front frame (5), and the roof frame (4), using connecting elements (2) already described above, for example, clamp locks, tension locks, screw locks, click locks, tension locks, or the like.

[0026] Although the device here is described in relation to weather protection, it can also be used as a privacy screen. Whether this is a weather and / or privacy screen depends on the material that is stretched over the structure of the device consisting of the roof frame (4) and the installation frame (3). The cover can be any known material that is suitable for the respective area of ​​application. The cover can, for example, comprise plastic or fabric. Preferably, polyester fabric, nylon fabric, polyvinyl chloride materials, polyethylene materials or a combination of the above are used. Alternatively or additionally, coated fabric, for example, with polyurethane, can also be used. However, the material for the cover is not limited to the previous list, but can also comprise other materials or combinations of these.The cover can also be designed as a single part that is stretched over the entire structure or is connected to it. Alternatively or additionally, the cover can also comprise several individual parts that can preferably be connected to one another. The cover can be attached to the structure using suitable connecting elements, such as, for example, hook-and-loop fasteners, buttons, quick-release fasteners, brackets, latches, click fasteners, quick-release fasteners or the like. The aforementioned connecting elements are not intended to limit the connection possibilities, but merely represent examples. The cover is preferably connected to the structure and / or the individual cover parts using several connecting elements. In a particularly preferred aspect of the invention, the cover and / or the cover parts are designed in such a way that they form and close off a space beneath the roof structure, i.e.that the area below the roof frame (5) is delimited on all sides by the cover or by an object in order to obtain the best possible weather protection.

[0027] The device's applications can extend beyond outdoor installation. It can also be used in private settings for celebrations. There are essentially no limits to the device's use. Possible examples of applications can be found in the following list; however, these are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention: - Construction sites: protection of tools and machinery, particularly when working on sensitive electrical or technical installations; - Telecommunications infrastructure: maintenance work on distribution boxes for telephone, internet or cable TV lines; - Emergency technology: During operations by the fire brigade, the THW or other rescue services to protect sensitive equipment; - Energy supply: During maintenance work on electrical boxes or outdoor solar systems; - Agricultural facilities: protection during maintenance of irrigation systems, pumps or electrical controls in fields; - Transport and logistics: protection of sensitive cargo or electrical equipment during outdoor loading and unloading operations; - Installation of solar systems: Protection during the installation or maintenance of solar systems on open spaces.

[0028] Due to the fact that the mounting frame (3), the front frame (5), and the roof frame (4) are movably connected to one another and can thus be folded together, the device can be easily assembled and disassembled. Its foldability and ease of use make it flexible and versatile, particularly wherever temporary protection from wind and weather is required. Overall, the device offers a practical and easily transportable solution for protection during outdoor installations. It can be used in many areas, particularly wherever people or sensitive equipment need to be protected from the elements during outdoor installations.

[0029] These and other embodiments of the present invention are disclosed in and encompassed by the specification. Further literature on known materials, methods, and applications that can be used in accordance with the present invention can be found in public libraries and databases. A more complete understanding of the invention can be obtained by reference to the figures, which are provided for the purpose of illustration and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

Claims

[1] Device for weather protection, in particular for outdoor installations, comprising at least one roof frame (4), at least one installation frame (3) and at least one front frame (5), wherein the installation frame (3) and the front frame (5) are movably connected to the roof frame (4), wherein the roof frame (4) together with a cover closes off the device at the top and forms a surface underneath, and wherein the installation frame (3), which is connected to the roof frame on a first side, creates direct or indirect contact of the device with the ground and is designed such that its height can be flexibly adjusted, and wherein furthermore the front frame (5) arranged on a second side of the roof frame (4), which is brought into contact with at least one object, has a shorter length than the side of the roof frame on which it is arranged. [2] Device according to claim 1, wherein the movable connection (1) with which the roof frame (4) is connected to the erection frame (3) and / or the front frame (5) comprises at least one multi-joint hinge, a push-on hinge, a friction hinge, a simple hinge, a drill-in hinge, a stud hinge, a flap hinge and / or a central hinge. [3] Device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein at least one fixing element (7) is arranged between the support frame (3) and the roof frame (4) and / or the front frame (5) and the roof frame (4), which fixing element prevents undesired folding, wherein the fixing element (7) preferably comprises a bracket, a latch, a click fastener and / or a quick fastener. [4] Device according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the mounting frame (3), the front frame (5) and / or the roof frame (4) have at least one cross strut (6). [5] Device according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the at least one mounting frame (3) a) has telescopic legs on the vertical elements connected to the roof frame (4) and the ground; and / or b) in the lower region, which is in contact with the ground, has at least one support element which supports the installation frame (3) on the ground, wherein the support element is preferably support legs, wherein the at least one support element is particularly preferably integrated into the installation frame (3). [6] Device according to claim 5, wherein the support frame (3) is connected to the support elements and / or cross struts by at least one connecting element (2), wherein the at least one connecting element (2) preferably comprises a clip closure, a tension bolt, a screw closure, a click closure and / or a tension closure. [7] Device according to one of claims 1 to 6, wherein a) the length of the front frame (5) is 5% to 90%, preferably 20% to 70%, particularly preferably 40% to 60% of the length of the narrow side of the roof frame (4); and / or b) the width of the front frame (5) is only 5% to 50%, preferably 8% to 40%, particularly preferably 10% to 30% of the length of the roof frame (4). [8] Device according to one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the size of the front frame (5) is variably adjustable by means of a telescopic frame on the broad side. [9] Device according to one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the front frame (5) is adjustable in its angle to the roof frame (4) and thus to the object. [10] Device according to one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the mounting frame (3), the front frame (5) and the roof frame (4) are made of metal, plastics, carbon fiber materials and wherein these preferably have the shape of square tubes and / or round tubes. [11] Device according to one of claims 1 to 10, wherein a) the roof frame has a length of 120 to 150 cm and a width of 70 to 120 cm; b) the support frame has a variable length of 110 to 190 cm and a width of 70 to 120 cm; and / or c) the front frame has a length of 30 to 60 cm and a width of 50 to 100 cm. [12] Device according to one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the cover comprises fabric, polyester fabric, nylon fabric, polyvinyl chloride materials and / or polyethylene materials. [13] Device according to one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the cover is formed as a part which is stretched over or connected to the entire construct, or comprises several individual parts. [14] Device according to one of claims 1 to 13, wherein the fastening of the cover to the mounting frame (3) and / or the roof frame (4) is carried out by means of at least one connecting element, wherein the connecting element is preferably a hook and loop fastener, a button, a quick-release fastener, a bracket, a latch, a click fastener, and / or a quick-release fastener.

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