SUSPENSION DEVICE

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to a suspension device according to the preamble of independent claim 1.

[0002] Such suspension devices with a plurality of vertical profiles, a plurality of horizontal profiles and at least one primary support, in which the vertical profiles and the horizontal profiles are assembled to form a grid field, the grid field has a plurality of systematically arranged cells, each of which is surrounded by segments of two of the horizontal profiles and two of the vertical profiles, the cells of the grid field are open at least on one front side, and the primary support has a mounting section designed for detachable hanging in the grid field and a support section designed for arranging at least one of the objects, can be used for presenting objects, for example in sales shops or trade fairs. State of the art

[0003] For the presentation of items in retail stores or at trade fairs, systems are known in which primary supports can be flexibly mounted on a supporting structure. The primary supports can be designed to suit the items to be presented. For example, they can have rods for hanging items such as clothing, or shelves or trays for placing various objects on them. Supporting structures can include walls to which the primary supports can be attached, shelves for fitting shelves or similar items, or scaffolding.

[0004] WO 2011 / 109914 A1 discloses a suspension device in which a grid array composed of vertical and horizontal webs serves as the supporting structure. The grid array can be mounted on a wall or set up freestanding in a room. The suspension device further comprises primary supports that can be inserted into individual cells of the grid array. In particular, the primary supports are each equipped with a plug-in part that can be inserted into a cell in such a way that it rests on the lower horizontal web and simultaneously engages behind the upper horizontal web. Furthermore, the plug-in parts are designed so that a primary support can be suspended from both sides of the same cell simultaneously.

[0005] Although the suspension device allows for efficient and flexible assembly of primary supports, it is limited to the cells in terms of the position of the primary supports. Furthermore, the plug-in parts are comparatively complex and rather cumbersome to install, especially in relatively small cells. Another suspension device is known from US Pat. No. 4,795,039 A.

[0006] The present invention is based on the object of proposing an alternative suspension mechanism of a suspension device or a primary support, which enables efficient and flexible fastening of primary supports to a grid field. Description of the invention

[0007] The object is achieved according to the invention by a suspension device as defined in independent claim 1. Advantageous embodiments of the invention emerge from the dependent claims.

[0008] The essence of the invention is as follows: A hanging device for presenting objects such as goods in retail outlets or at trade fairs comprises a plurality of vertical profiles, a plurality of horizontal profiles and at least one primary support. The vertical profiles are typically longitudinal and, when assembled, are virtually vertically aligned. Analogously, the horizontal profiles are typically longitudinal and, when assembled, are virtually horizontally aligned. The vertical and horizontal profiles can be dimensioned such that they each extend over virtually the entire height or width of the hanging device. The vertical and horizontal profiles can also be or comprise relatively short components that are attached to one another.For example, a single vertical or horizontal profile can be composed of several vertical or horizontal struts arranged in a line. These can be connected to each other, for example, via intersections.

[0009] The vertical and horizontal profiles are assembled to form a grid array. For this purpose, the vertical and horizontal profiles can be connected to one another. The connection between the vertical and horizontal profiles can be made directly or indirectly via another component. The connection can also be fixed, non-detachable, or reversibly detachable. For example, the vertical and horizontal profiles can be detachably connected to one another via plug-in connections, screws, clamps, or in a similar way. The vertical and horizontal profiles can also be connected to form a one-piece grid array. For example, the vertical and horizontal profiles can each be composed of several vertical or horizontal struts that merge into one another via intersections.

[0010] The grid field has a plurality of preferably systematically arranged cells, each surrounded by segments of two of the horizontal profiles and two of the vertical profiles. The cells of the grid field are open at least on one front side. The cells can be systematically arranged in that the vertical and horizontal profiles intersect at regular intervals. The cells advantageously have a rectangular or square shape. The segments of the vertical and horizontal profiles are each formed by the sections of the vertical and horizontal profiles that form one of the cells. The segments can be formed by vertical and horizontal struts, if the vertical and horizontal profiles include such.

[0011] The primary support has a mounting section designed for releasable attachment to the grid and a support section designed for arranging at least one of the objects. The support section can be adapted to the intended use of the hanging device. For example, it can have a rod on which clothes can be hung using hangers as a secondary support or without.

[0012] In an advantageous embodiment, the supporting section of the primary support is designed as a base section, particularly for supporting at least one of the objects. The base section can be flat, allowing items to be easily placed on it. For example, the base section can be dimensioned and shaped to accommodate a single shoe or a pair of shoes. Thus, the hanging device can be specifically designed for shoe presentation, in which case the hanging mechanism according to the invention can be particularly advantageous.

[0013] The mounting section of the primary support comprises a hook part and a support part. The hook part of the mounting section of the primary support is shaped to at least partially encompass one of the horizontal profiles. The term "encompass" in this context refers to the fact that the hook part is arranged at least partially around the horizontal profile and advantageously contacts it at least in sections. In a horizontal profile that is designed, for example, as a square or polygonal tube, the hook part can encompass the vertical profile by resting against the vertical profile on several sides. The hook part advantageously encompasses the vertical profile from above, so that in the mounted state, it rests vertically on the vertical profile on the one hand and rests horizontally on at least one side of the vertical profile on the other.

[0014] The support part of the mounting section of the primary support is shaped to rest against one of the vertical profiles, while the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support at least partially engages around one of the horizontal profiles. In particular, this allows the mounting section to be supported on the vertical support and to transfer forces or moments to it. If a load acts on the support section, for example from an object placed on it or suspended therefrom, the load can also be supported by the vertical support, among other things. This makes it possible to achieve a particularly stable and load-bearing construction. In particular, the primary support can also be arranged offset from the cells in this way, which can increase the flexibility and variability of the system.

[0015] The primary support is preferably monolithic. The term "monolithic" can refer to the fact that the primary support is constructed from several components that are firmly or stationary connected to one another, thus forming a single unit. The components can be screwed, riveted, glued, or connected in a similar manner. The primary support is advantageously formed from a single piece. The primary support is particularly preferably made from a formed sheet metal. In this way, it can be efficiently realized in a stable and robust design. In particular, it can be manufactured automatically, for example, in comparatively few and simple work steps.

[0016] Preferably, the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support comprises a support area designed to rest on one of the horizontal profiles when the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support at least partially engages around one of the horizontal profiles. In this way, the hook part can engage around the horizontal profile from above such that it rests stably on the horizontal profile.

[0017] Preferably, the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support comprises a suspension area that connects the hook part of the mounting section to the support section such that the hook part of the mounting section extends upward from the support section when the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support at least partially engages one of the horizontal profiles. Thus, the support section can be located below one of the horizontal profiles. This enables a stable three-point connection and bracing on the vertical support near a particularly stable location, namely where the vertical and horizontal supports intersect. Such an arrangement can also be advantageous for aesthetic and space reasons.

[0018] The hook part of the mounting section of the primary support preferably comprises a lug that is arranged on the side of the horizontal profile opposite the suspension area of ​​the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support and that engages under one of the horizontal profiles when the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support at least partially engages one of the horizontal profiles. With such a lug, the hook part and with it the primary support can be secured against unintentional slipping or horizontal displacement away from the grid field.

[0019] Preferably, the mounting section of the primary support comprises a further hook portion, which is shaped virtually identically to the hook portion of the mounting section of the primary support. Thus, the primary support is equipped with at least two hook portions. The mounting section thus enables a stable and resilient attachment of the primary support. In particular, lateral movement of the mounted primary support can also be prevented or reduced.

[0020] The support part of the mounting section of the primary beam is preferably arranged between the hook part of the mounting section of the primary beam and the further hook part of the mounting section of the primary beam. With a mounting section designed in this way, the primary beam can be suspended in two adjacent cells of the grid array separated by a vertical profile. This, together with the support part, enables a particularly stable and solid attachment of the primary beam.

[0021] The support part of the mounting section of the primary beam is designed to at least partially encompass one of the vertical profiles, thereby further preventing lateral movement of the mounting section, while the hook part of the mounting section of the primary beam at least partially encompasses one of the horizontal profiles. For this purpose, the support part of the mounting section of the primary beam preferably has a profile recess in which one of the vertical profiles lies, while the hook part of the mounting section of the primary beam at least partially encompasses one of the horizontal profiles. This allows the primary beam to be mounted to the grid field in a more stable manner.

[0022] In this case, a first distance between the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support and one of the vertical profiles is different from a second distance between the further hook part of the mounting section of the primary support and one of the vertical profiles, while the hook part of the mounting section of the primary support and the further hook part of the mounting section of the primary support at least partially encompass one of the horizontal profiles, and one of the vertical profiles lies in the profile recess of the support part of the mounting section of the primary support. Such a configuration of the primary support can be particularly advantageous if the cells of the grid field are open to a rear side in addition to the front side.Then the different distance between the two hook parts and the vertical profile allows such a primary support to be mounted simultaneously on the front and rear of the grid field in the same combination of horizontal and vertical profiles.

[0023] Preferably, the support portion of the primary support and the support part of the mounting portion of the primary support are formed in a quasi-plate-like manner in one plane. This enables efficient production of the primary support in a robust design. The hook portion of the mounting portion of the primary support extends at an angle, in particular at a quasi-right angle, to the support portion of the primary support.

[0024] The horizontal and vertical profiles can, for example, be tubular and made of metal. Preferably, the vertical profiles and the horizontal profiles each have a quasi-rectangular cross-section, so that they comprise two parallel wide sides and two parallel narrow sides. The cells of the grid field are preferably each formed by the wide sides of the vertical and horizontal profiles that border them. Such a configuration of the vertical and horizontal profiles or the cells enables a comparatively large-area support of the hook section, so that relatively large loads can be carried efficiently and positioned stably.

[0025] Furthermore, a primary support for arranging an object on a grid field assembled from vertical profiles and horizontal profiles is described. This primary support comprises a mounting section designed for releasable suspension in the grid field and a support section designed for placing an object thereon. The mounting section has a hook part and a support part. The hook part of the mounting section is shaped to at least partially encompass one of the horizontal profiles. The support part of the mounting section is shaped to bear against one of the vertical profiles, while the hook part of the mounting section at least partially encompasses one of the horizontal profiles.

[0026] With the primary carrier, the effects and advantages described above in connection with the suspension device according to the invention can be achieved in an efficient manner.

[0027] The primary support can preferably be equipped with further features as described above in connection with the primary support of the suspension device according to the invention. This enables the implementation of the effects and advantages described above in connection with the preferred embodiments of the suspension device. Short description of the drawings

[0028] Further advantageous embodiments of the invention will become apparent from the following description of exemplary embodiments of the invention with the aid of the schematic drawing. In particular, the suspension device according to the invention and the primary support are described in more detail below with reference to exemplary embodiments in the accompanying drawings. They show: Fig. 1 is a front view of an embodiment of a suspension device according to the invention with an embodiment of a primary carrier; Fig. 2 is a perspective view of the primary carrier mounted on a grid field of the suspension device of Fig. 1 mounted primary carrier of Fig. 1 ; Fig. 3 a top view of the primary carrier of Fig. 1 ; Fig. 4 a perspective view of two on the grid field of the suspension device of Fig.1 mounted primary carrier of Fig. 1 ; Fig. 5 a side view of the primary carrier of Fig. 1 while it is mounted on the grid of the suspension device of Fig. 1 is introduced into the grid field; Fig. 6 a side view of the primary carrier of Fig. 1 while it is mounted on the grid of the suspension device of Fig. 1 is lowered onto a vertical profile of the grid field; Fig. 7 a side view of the primary beam of Fig. 1 while it is mounted on the grid of the suspension device of Fig. 1snaps into the vertical profile of the grid field; Fig. 8 a side view of the primary carrier of Fig. 1 while it is mounted on the grid of the suspension device of Fig. 1 is placed on the vertical profile of the grid field; and Fig. 9 a side view of the primary carrier of Fig. 1 while he is hanging on the grid of the suspension device of Fig. 1 is mounted. Way(s) of carrying out the invention

[0029] Certain terms are used in the following description for convenience and are not to be construed as limiting. The words "right," "left," "bottom," and "top" indicate directions in the drawing to which reference is made. The terms "inward," "outward," "below," "above," "left," "right," or similar terms are used to describe the relative arrangement of designated parts, the relative movement of designated parts, and the directions toward or away from the geometric center of the invention and designated parts thereof as illustrated in the figures. These spatial relative terms also include positions and orientations other than those illustrated in the figures. For example, if a part illustrated in the figures is turned over, elements or features described as "below" will then be "above."The terminology includes the words expressly mentioned above, derivatives of the same and words of similar meaning.

[0030] If reference symbols are included in a figure for the purpose of clarity but are not mentioned in the directly associated descriptive text, reference is made to their explanation in the preceding figure descriptions. If, in addition, reference symbols are mentioned in the directly associated descriptive text that are not included in the corresponding figure, reference is made to the preceding and subsequent figures. Similar reference symbols in two or more figures represent similar or identical elements.

[0031] Fig. 1shows an embodiment of a hanging device 1 according to the invention for presenting shoes 4 as objects. The hanging device 1 comprises a grid field 2 constructed from five vertical profiles 21 and eight horizontal profiles 22. The vertical profiles 21 are each composed of seven vertical struts 211 arranged in a line as segments, which merge into one another via intersections 24. Analogously, the horizontal profiles are each composed of four horizontal struts 221 arranged in a line as segments, which merge into one another via intersections 24. At the intersections 24, the vertical profiles 21 and the horizontal profiles 22 are each connected to one another at a right angle. The grid field 2 is thus formed with twenty-eight cells 23 which are rectangular in view.

[0032] The suspension device 1 further comprises eighteen primary beams 3. The primary beams 3 are mounted at the intersections 24 between vertical profiles 21 and horizontal profiles 22, as described in more detail below. Each of the primary beams 3 supports one of the shoes 4, so that the suspension device 1 presents eighteen shoes 4.

[0033] In Fig. 2 A perspective view of one of the primary supports 3 mounted on the grid field 2 without a shoe 4 is shown. The primary support 3 comprises a support section 32 and a mounting section 31. The support section 32 is designed like a tray or floor and has a flat surface 321 on which, for example, one of the shoes 4 can be placed.

[0034] The mounting section 31 has two parallel hook parts 311 and a support part 312 arranged between them. The support part 312 and the support section 32 are plate-shaped and lie in one plane. The hook parts 311 each have a vertical suspension area 3113 that extends upward at a right angle to the support part 312 and, at its upper end, merges into a horizontally extending support area 3112.

[0035] The vertical profiles 21 and the horizontal profiles 22 each have a rectangular cross-section. The larger edges of the cross-section are significantly longer than the smaller edges, so that the vertical profiles 21 and the horizontal profiles 22 are narrow. The vertical profiles 21 and the horizontal profiles 22 are connected to each other such that the narrow sides are aligned toward an open front and an open rear of the grid field 2. The wide sides of the vertical profiles 21 and the horizontal profiles 22 are aligned toward the cells 23.

[0036] In Fig. 2In the assembled state shown, the hook parts 31 each partially encompass a horizontal strut 221 of one of the horizontal profiles 22. In particular, the left hook part 31 encompasses the horizontal strut 221 of one of the horizontal profiles 22 on the left side of one of the vertical profiles 21, and the right hook part 31 encompasses the horizontal strut 221 of the same horizontal profile 22 on the right side of the same vertical profile 21. By shaping and aligning the horizontal profile 22 such that its upwardly projecting edge is relatively wide and deep, respectively, and by dimensioning and shaping the support areas 3112 accordingly, a stable placement and support of the hook parts 311 on the horizontal struts 221 from above is made possible. The primary support 3 is thus stably positioned.

[0037] The support part 312 of the mounting section 31 of the primary support 3 is provided with a profile recess 3121 open in the direction of the vertical profile 21. In particular, the profile recess 3121 is designed according to the shape of the vertical struts 211. In Fig. 2In the assembled state of the primary support 3 shown, the vertical strut 211, which adjoins the horizontal struts 221, on which the hook parts 311 rest as described above, is received in the profile recess 3121, so that the support part 312 partially encompasses this vertical strut 211. In this way, the primary support 3 is supported in addition to the connection between the hook parts 311 and the horizontal struts 221. For example, a moment generated by a load acting on the support surface 321 or a torque acting on the hook parts 311 can be absorbed by the vertical strut 21. This enables relatively heavy objects to be arranged stably on the primary support 3. In addition, the primary support 3 is secured against lateral or horizontal displacement by the vertical strut 211 located in the profile recess 3121.

[0038] Fig. 3shows a top view of the primary support 3. It can be seen that the left hook part 311 is located at a first distance 313 from the profile recess 3121 of the support part 312 and the right hook part 311 is located at a second distance 314. The left first distance 313 is slightly larger than the right second distance 314. In particular, the first distance 313 is dimensioned slightly more than half the thickness of the hook parts 311 or the sheet thickness larger than the right distance 314.

[0039] Further on, Fig. 3 It can be seen that the primary support 3 is formed from a sheet metal. The sheet metal is cut accordingly, and the hook parts 311 are bent upward from the rest of the primary support 3. The hook parts 311 run parallel to each other.

[0040] In Fig. 4The suspension device 1 is shown with two identical primary supports 3 mounted at a single intersection 24. In particular, a first primary support 3 is mounted on the grid field 2 from the front, and a second primary support 3 is mounted from the rear. The two different distances 313 and 314 of the hook parts 311 from the profile recess 3121, as above, allow the hook sections 311 to pass each other, thus enabling the same horizontal sections 221 and vertical section 211 to be hung from both sides. For the same purpose, the profile recesses 3121 are dimensioned such that they encompass the vertical struts 211 by slightly less than half the depth of the vertical struts 211.

[0041] Further on, Fig. 4It can be seen that the hook parts 311 are equipped with a nose 3111. In particular, the hook parts 311 each extend downwards from the end of the support area 3112 opposite the suspension area 3113 and slightly back towards the suspension area 3113.

[0042] Fig. 5 to Fig. 8 show the primary beam 3 during assembly on the grid field 2. Fig. 5 It can be seen that the primary carrier is inserted diagonally downwards into the grid field 2. In particular, the hook parts 311 are inserted into two horizontally adjacent cells 23.

[0043] As in Fig. 6 As shown, the primary support is moved vertically downwards when the hook parts 31 are inserted into the cells 23 so far that the lugs 3111 are completely behind the vertical struts 22. The primary support 3 is still aligned quasi diagonally.

[0044] When the primary beam 3 is lowered so far that the hook sections 31 touch the vertical struts 22, the primary beam 3 is moved as shown in Fig. 7 shown, is moved horizontally to the right. The left ends of the horizontal struts 22 are inserted between the lugs 3111 and the support areas 3112.

[0045] When the primary support 3 is moved to the right so far that the horizontal struts 221 rest horizontally against the hook parts 31, the primary support is lowered or rotated clockwise until the support areas 3112 rest on the horizontal struts 22 and the vertical strut 211 is inserted maximally into the profile holder 3121. As in Fig. 9 As can be seen, the lugs 3111 together with the support areas 3112 engage the left ends of the horizontal struts 221. In this way, the primary support 3 is securely and stably attached to the grid field 2.

[0046] Furthermore, the term "comprising" and derivatives thereof does not exclude other elements or steps. Likewise, the indefinite article "a" or "an" and derivatives thereof does not exclude a plurality. The functions of several features listed in the claims may be performed by a single unit or step. The terms "essentially," "about," "approximately," "quasi," and the like, in connection with a property or value, specifically define the property or value. The terms "about" and "approximately" in connection with a given numerical value or range may refer to a value or range that is within 20%, within 10%, within 5%, or within 2% of the given value or range.

Claims

1. Suspension device (1) for presenting objects (4), comprising a plurality of vertical profiles (21), a plurality of horizontal profiles (22) and at least one primary carrier (3), wherein the vertical profiles (21) and the horizontal profiles (22) are assembled to form a grid field (2), the grid field (2) has a plurality of cells (23) which are each surrounded by segments (211, 221) of two of the horizontal profiles (22) and two of the vertical profiles (21), the cells (23) of the grid field (2) are open at least with respect to a front side, the primary carrier (3) has a mounting portion (31) designed for detachable hanging in the grid field (2) and a support portion (32) designed for arranging at least one of the objects, wherein the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) has a hook part (311) and a support part (312), the hook part (311) of the mounting porting (31) of the primary carrier (3) is shaped to at least partially embrace one of the horizontal profiles (22), and the support part (312) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) is shaped to rest against one of the vertical profiles (21), while the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) at least partially embraces the one of the horizontal profiles (22), characterized in that the support part (312) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) is shaped to at least partially embrace the one of the vertical profiles (21), so that a lateral movement of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) is prevented, while the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) at least partially embraces the one of the horizontal profiles (22).

2. Suspension device (1) according to claim 1, wherein the primary carrier (3) is monolithic.

3. Suspension device (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) comprises a contact region (3112) which is designed to contact the one of the horizontal profiles (22) when the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) at least partially embraces the one of the horizontal profiles (22).

4. Suspension device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) comprises a hanging region (3113) which connects the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) to the support portion (32) in such a way that the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) extends upwards from the support portion (32) when the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) at least partially embraces the one of the horizontal profiles (22).

5. Suspension device (1) according to claim 4, wherein the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) comprises a nose (3113) which is arranged on the side of the horizontal profile opposite the hanging region (3113) of the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) and which engages beneath the one of the horizontal profiles (22) when the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) at least partially embraces the one of the horizontal profiles (22).

6. Suspension device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) comprises a further hook part (311) which is shaped quasi identically to the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3).

7. Suspension device (1) according to claim 6, wherein the support part (312) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) is arranged between the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) and the further hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3).

8. Suspension device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the support part (312) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) has a profile recess (3121) in which the one of the vertical profiles (21) lies, while the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) at least partially embraces the one of the horizontal profiles (22).

9. Suspension device (1) according to claim 6, wherein a first distance (313) between the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) and the one of the vertical profiles (21) is different from a second distance (314) between the further hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) and the one of the vertical profiles, while the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) and the further hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) at least partially embrace the one of the horizontal profiles (22) and the one of the vertical profiles (21) lies in the profile recess (3121) of the support part (312) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3).

10. Suspension device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the primary carrier (3) is made from a shaped metal sheet.

11. Suspension device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the support portion (32) of the primary carrier (3) and the support part (312) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) are formed so as to be quasi planar in one plane.

12. Suspension device (1) according to claim 11, wherein the hook part (311) of the mounting portion (31) of the primary carrier (3) extends at an angle and in particular quasi at a right angle to the support portion (32) of the primary carrier (3).

13. Suspension device (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the vertical profiles (21) and the horizontal profiles (22) each have a quasi rectangular cross-section, such that they have two parallel long sides and two parallel short sides.

14. Suspension device (1) according to claim 13, wherein the cells (23) of the grid field (2) are each formed by the long sides of the vertical profiles (21) and horizontal profiles (22) delimiting them.