Marking system for assembly support of prefabricated system components (RTA) using step-related marking elements
The marking system with step-related stickers and pre-sorted parts addresses assembly inefficiencies and errors by providing a direct logical connection between instructions and components, enhancing assembly precision and speed.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- MUMCU ERDINC
- Filing Date
- 2026-04-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-11
AI Technical Summary
Existing assembly processes are inefficient and prone to errors due to the need for users to repeatedly identify components and mounting points, especially in structures with many similar holes, leading to increased search times and incorrect assembly.
A marking system using removable stickers with step-related numbers and geometric shapes to identify components and assembly points, accompanied by pre-sorted small parts packaging units with corresponding step numbers, ensuring intuitive alignment of components with markings.
The system significantly reduces assembly errors and search times by creating a direct logical connection between assembly instructions and physical components, allowing users to intuitively locate and mount parts without confusion.
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Abstract
Description
Technical field:
[0001] The present invention relates to a system for the rapid assembly of components. The invention builds upon German utility model application 20 2026 000 365 and extends its scope of application beyond furniture to other structures such as fitness stations, garden sheds, or exhibition stands. State of the art:
[0002] It is common practice to number components for identification in a parts list. Similarly, small parts are often supplied in assorted bags.
[0003] One disadvantage, however, is that despite the numbering of the parts, the user has to search anew at each assembly step to determine which part goes where with which screw. Identifying the correct hole (mounting point) is particularly error-prone and time-consuming for components with many similar holes. Purpose of the invention:
[0004] The invention is based on the objective of simplifying the assembly process, reducing the error rate during assembly and minimizing search times for the user by creating a continuous logical connection between the assembly instructions and the physical components. Solution to the problem:
[0005] The problem is solved by a marking system according to the features of claim 1.
[0006] The system uses removable marking elements (stickers) that do not bear a static component number, but rather the number of the assembly step in which they are first used.
[0007] The invention is characterized by the following features: 1. Step-related component identification: Components (e.g., plates) are marked with the work step number (e.g., "1"). If there are multiple components per step, these are added (e.g., "1a", "1b"). For better The distinction lies in the fact that this marking is executed in a first geometric form, preferably circular. 2. Step-related small parts sorting: The small parts required for each step (e.g. screws, dowels) are pre-sorted into packaging units, which also bear the number of the corresponding work step. 3. Marking of assembly points: Markings are placed directly above or below the specific bores or connection points on the components, also bearing the assembly step number. To visually distinguish them from the component identification, these markings have a second geometric shape, preferably square. Advantages of the invention:
[0008] Thanks to this invention, the user no longer has to "translate" between instructions and the component.
[0009] When the instructions specify "Step 1", the user intuitively reaches for the parts with the sticker "1", uses the small parts bag "1", and mounts them precisely at the holes marked "1". Incorrect assembly at the wrong holes is virtually eliminated. Character description: Fig. Figure 1 shows all components with reference symbols and where the small parts (20) go (dashed line) Fig. Figure 2 shows component 1a with built-in small parts (20) and how components 1a and 1b come together (dashed line) Fig. Figure 3 shows the assembled component (22) consisting of 1a and 1b. The removable stickers with the markings (12 and 16) have been removed. Reference symbol list: 10 components 12 First marking (circular, for component identification) 14 Mounting point (e.g. drilling) 16 Second marking (square, for assembly point) 18 small parts packaging unit 20 small parts (e.g. dowels) 22 Assembled component
Claims
"Marking system for prefabricated system components (RTA) comprising large components, small parts and an assembly instruction with numbered work steps, characterized in that the components and the assembly points assigned to them are provided with removable marking elements which bear the number of the respective work step of the assembly instruction." "System according to claim 1, characterized in that the marking elements for the components have a first geometric shape (e.g. circular) and the marking elements for the assembly points have a second, different geometric shape (e.g. square)." "System according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the small parts are pre-sorted into packaging units which also bear the corresponding number of the work step."