Water treading device with at least one basin

Abstract

Water treading device with at least one basin for receiving water, characterized in that the basin (3) is received in a frame which is covered with weatherproof surface elements (1).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a water treading device with at least one basin for receiving water.

[0002] Water treading in shallow pools is widespread. It was initiated by Mr. Kneipp and is used in many spas, saunas, and swimming pools.

[0003] For example, a pool is filled with water to a height of 40 cm above the bottom of the pool; handrails can be provided on the outside of the pool or even inside the pool to allow older or disabled people to use the pool for water treading.

[0004] Water treading devices of the aforementioned type have also been proposed for domestic use, particularly where a property is available. For example, such a water treading device could be installed in a garden.

[0005] Well-known water treading facilities can be constructed on-site using foil and stone walls; however, complete units made of fiber-reinforced plastics have also been demonstrated. These are delivered and installed in a somewhat cumbersome manner using a low-loader and crane, usually in a pit in the ground.

[0006] The invention is based on the objective of demonstrating a water treading device of the aforementioned type for domestic use, which can be installed with little effort, yet has a long service life.

[0007] This problem is solved according to the invention by the fact that the basin of the water treading device is received in a frame which is covered with weatherproof surface elements.

[0008] The water treading device according to the invention is delivered to the installation site in individual parts. The basin can be delivered already mounted in the frame, or it is possible to mount the basin on-site in a frame that is to be erected. Preferably, the basin and frame rest on the ground, so that the basin is not deeply embedded in the soil.

[0009] The pool is securely mounted in the frame, which itself is covered with weatherproof panels. These panels conceal the outer sides of the pool and necessary technical equipment, and also protect the frame and the outside of the pool from the elements.

[0010] To enter the pool, appropriate step elements can be provided both outside and inside the pool.

[0011] According to a first further development of the invention, the basin is made of stainless steel. This can withstand weathering, and corrosion cannot occur.

[0012] The frame for the basin is preferably made of metal profiles. These can also be made of stainless steel, but they can also be reliably protected against corrosion.

[0013] The surface elements are preferably made of solid wood; a weather-resistant wood can be chosen. Alternatively, surface elements made of weather-resistant plastic can also be used.

[0014] A further development of the invention provides at least one cooling unit for the water. The water can flow from the basin to the cooling unit via a return line and be cooled there. The water then flows back from the cooling unit to the basin via a supply line.

[0015] The cooling unit can be located outside the frame for the basin, or it can be integrated inside the frame for the basin to save space.

[0016] In order to ensure that the water can be conveyed, especially to the cooling unit, at least one circulation pump is preferably arranged in the water circulation path thus designed.

[0017] As is known from the prior art, a pool can be equipped with at least one handrail. This handrail preferably extends the entire length of the pool, since users of the pool want to be able to walk around its entire length. The handrail can also be made of stainless steel.

[0018] An embodiment of the invention is shown in the drawing. It shows: Fig. 1: A perspective view of a water treading device for home use, Fig. 2: a side view of the water treading device similar Fig. 1 and Fig. 3: a top view of the water treading device similar Fig. 1.

[0019] The water treading device in Fig. 1 is cuboid in shape. Its outer surface is covered with weatherproof surface elements 1. A handrail 2 is attached to the upper edge of the water treading device; this handrail is placed on the edge of the basin 3, which is covered with the surface elements 1, with the basin 3 being in Fig. 3 is shown.

[0020] Basin 3 in Fig. 3 is a flat gargoyle 4 attached to one of its shorter side edges. The gargoyle 4 is connected to a water inlet 5 in Fig. 2 connected. The water is fed from a cooling unit 6 into the basin 3 via this water inlet 5. The necessary circulation pump for moving the water can be located in the cooling unit 6.

[0021] To prevent the water in basin 3 from overflowing, basin 3 is in Fig. 3 is assigned a water drain 7. This water drain 7 empties into a Fig. The water return 8 shown in Figure 2 leads to the cooling unit 6. In addition, a water outlet 9 is provided, which is embedded in the bottom of the basin 3. The entire contents of the basin 3 can be discharged via the water outlet 9, for example, for cleaning the basin 3.

[0022] The handrail 2 in Fig. 2 has a slightly different design than the water treading device in Fig. 1. The basin 3 with the surface elements 1 is assigned steps 11 on the outside of the basin 3 and inside the basin 3.

[0023] The cooling unit 6 and a circulation pump can also be arranged within the surface elements 1. A cooling unit 6 with an integrated circulation pump is also possible. The handrail 2 can also be arranged in the center of the basin 3, so that, for example, a circular walkway is possible in a somewhat larger basin 3.

Claims

[1] Water treading device with at least one basin for receiving water, characterized by , that the basin (3) is received in a frame which is covered with weatherproof surface elements (1). [2] Water treading device according to claim 1, characterized by , that the basin (3) is a stainless steel basin. [3] Water treading device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by that the frame is composed of metal profiles. [4] Water treading device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the surface elements (1) are made of solid wood. [5] Water treading device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one cooling unit (6) is provided for the water. [6] Water treading device according to claim 5, characterized by , that the cooling unit (6) is arranged inside the frame for the basin (3). [7] Water treading device according to claim 5 or 6, characterized bythat at least one circulation pump is arranged in a water circulation path. [8] Water treading device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the basin (3) is assigned at least one handrail (2). [9] Water treading device according to claim 8, characterized by , that the handrail (2) extends over the entire length of the pelvis. [10] Water treading device according to claim 8 or 9, characterized by , that the handrail (2) is made of stainless steel.

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