Cover plate for fences

Abstract

Cover plate consisting of an elongated plate intended to be fixed to a rigid mesh fence (7) consisting of horizontal bars (5) and vertical bars (6), characterized in that it has two pairs of holes (2), each pair being aligned longitudinally and located at each end portion of the plate (1).

Description

SUBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a panel designed to cover a section of a rigid fence consisting of a grid of horizontal and vertical wires defining an enclosure, allowing a series of panels to conceal the interior of the enclosure from the outside. Installation of the panel is simple and inexpensive, achieving the desired result without requiring significant effort. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] It is known in the art that tarpaulins are used for fences on construction sites or for permanent enclosures. In the former case, a cost-effective solution with a visible result is usually sought. This means that the materials and tools used on a construction site do not need to be concealed, but can remain outdoors without the need to constantly pack and unpack them. For this purpose, elements based on boards or windbreak tarpaulins are typically used, which offer very little camouflage but serve the desired purpose.

[0003] Document ES1057098U describes an enclosure fence designed to visually demarcate an area delimited by various means, which may consist of posts anchored in the ground, between which wires and / or a metal fence may be positioned as a support element, the enclosure fence being arranged on and fixed to the support element, and may consist of plastic slats of semicircular cross-section, applied to and fixed to the wires and / or the metal fence, so that the improved fence described in the document consists of plastic slats of generally elliptical cross-section, each given number of slats, in an inserted position, having reinforcing elements of greater rigidity and equal height and of generally rectangular hollow cross-section with rounded smaller sides with internal reinforcing ribs,through which the anchoring to the surrounding metal base fence is realized.,

[0004] However, this invention has the disadvantage that it consists of a complete mesh with specific dimensions that must be selected in advance before it can be used in a particular fence.

[0005] Document ES2829210T3 describes a concealment device by attaching slats to a rigid grid with vertical and horizontal wires. The device comprises a profile forming a part extending longitudinally of the profile for receiving slats and having a base and a vertical wall fixed to the base. The base, in use, can hold the lower ends of the slats, which are received in the space defined between the plane containing the horizontal wires of the rigid grid panel and the vertical wall of the profile, each of which is arranged between two consecutive vertical wires of the rigid grid.Furthermore, the profile also comprises a plurality of fastening elements carried along the underside of the profile at a certain distance from the vertical wall of the slat receiving part to also allow the reception of the lower end of at least one slat between the fastening part and the vertical wall, each fastening part comprising fastening means for fastening the profile to a horizontal wire of the rigid grating plate, the fastening means having a length which allows them to be arranged between two consecutive vertical wires of the rigid grating plate during use.

[0006] However, this device has the disadvantage of being complicated to assemble, which has the advantage of providing stability, but makes the product so expensive that its widespread use is questionable.

[0007] The present invention solves the above-mentioned problems by the present invention consisting of cover plates that are very easy to manufacture and implement in fences and at the same time are very economical in both manufacture and installation. DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The present invention relates to a cover plate intended for attachment to a rigid mesh fence with horizontal and vertical bars.

[0009] The panel consists of an elongated sheet of metal and has two pairs of holes, each aligned lengthwise, for attachment to the horizontal bars of the fence using staples or similar elements. Furthermore, each pair of holes is located at an end section of the panel, i.e., close to the end, to ensure stability for attachment.

[0010] In addition, the plate preferably has a side flange on each of the long edges to give the plate additional rigidity.

[0011] The plate can also feature a central longitudinal rib. This, together with the side flanges, gives the plate even greater structural rigidity.

[0012] In addition, the panel may have a third pair of holes located in a central area of ​​the panel. This embodiment is preferably used in situations where the fence is higher than 1.20 m. DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] To complete the present description and to better understand the features of the invention, a series of drawings is attached, according to a preferred example of a practical embodiment of the invention, which form an integral part of the said description and in which the following is shown in an illustrative and non-limiting manner: Fig. Figure 1 shows a perspective view of the panel according to the invention with an inserted clamp that can be attached to a rigid mesh fence. Fig. Figure 2A shows a front view of the plate according to the invention in a first embodiment. Fig. Figure 2B shows a front view of the plate according to the invention in a second embodiment. Fig. Figure 3 shows a perspective view of a rigid mesh fence from the outside of the fence with a pair of assembled panels.

[0014] Below is a list of the various elements shown in the figures with their corresponding numerical references: 1 plate. 2 holes. 3 side wings. 4 Intermediate amplification. 5 Horizontal bar. 6 Vertical bar. 7 fence. PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0015] A preferred embodiment of the cover plate according to the invention is described below with reference to the figures.

[0016] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the panel (1) according to the invention is configured to be installed vertically on a rigid mesh fence (7), Hercules type or similar. The panel (1) extends over the entire height of the fence (7) and is arranged between two consecutive vertical bars (6).

[0017] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 1, the panel (1) according to the invention has two pairs of holes (2) intended to be penetrated by a plastic clamp, which is then secured around a horizontal bar (5) located in an upper area of ​​the fence (7) and another horizontal bar (5) located in a lower area of ​​the fence (7). The installation of the two clamps, one in the upper area and the other in the lower area, ensures a stable attachment of the panel (1) to the fence (7). Fig. 1 only one of the clamps is shown, although in view of the figure, the insertion of the other clamp does not present any major complication.

[0018] The plate (1) can have a smooth, plate-like shape. A suitable method of production, where simplicity and cost-effectiveness are paramount, is the plastic extrusion process. However, to achieve consistent rigidity of the plate (1), it is advantageous to provide it with a configuration that includes side wings (3), as shown in Fig. 2A, or also includes a central rib (4) in addition to the side wings (3), as in Fig. 2B to achieve even greater rigidity.

[0019] As in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 3, both the side wings (3) and the central rib (4) are highlighted towards the inner area that protects the fence (7). In this way, the side wings (3) are protected from possible vandalism and destruction from the outside, which could detract from the aesthetics of the panels (1) and create a poor external image. In the case of the central rib (4), moreover, the clamp is somewhat protected, as it is located in the recess formed by the central rib (4), as shown in Figures Fig. 1 and Fig. 3, which makes it difficult to access it in order to cut it and thus remove the plate (1) from the outside of the fence (7).

[0020] Although the panels (1) can completely close the enclosure created by the fence (7), this is not the main objective. In a Hercules type fence (7), such as the one shown in Fig.3, the enclosure achieved is not hermetic, but there are small openings in the projections created by the vertical bars (6) of this type of fence (7).

[0021] The fence (7) is constructed by welding the vertical bars (6) to the horizontal bars (5). Thus, the rigid mesh fence (7) always has a rail defined by two adjacent vertical bars (6), into which the panel (1) is mounted. Furthermore, the horizontal bars (5) in each of the rails are accessible for securing the panel (1) using clamps.

[0022] On the other hand, the use of staples is completely optional and other fastening means can also be used, such as a simple wire inserted into each pair of holes (2) and twisted to create the fastening tension. 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] ES 1057098U

[0003] ES 2829210T3

[0005]

Claims

[1] Cover plate consisting of an elongated plate intended to be fixed to a rigid mesh fence (7) consisting of horizontal bars (5) and vertical bars (6), characterized by that it has two pairs of holes (2), each pair being aligned longitudinally and located at each end portion of the plate (1). [2] Plate (1) according to claim 1, which has a side wing (3) on each of the longitudinal edges. [3] Plate (1) according to claim 2, which has a central rib (4) in the longitudinal direction. [4] Plate (1) according to one of the preceding claims, comprising a third pair of holes (2) located in a central region of the plate (1).

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