Device for applying grout colorant

Abstract

The present invention relates to a device (10, 10') for applying at least one grout colorant, with at least one main body (12, 12'), with at least one discharge device (14, 14', 14") for discharging the grout colorant and with at least one storage container (16, 16'), which is at least partially filled with the grout colorant, wherein the discharge device (14, 14', 14") is attached to the main body (12, 12') and is fluidically connected to the storage container (16, 16'), wherein the discharge device (14, 14', 14") has for the controlled discharge of the grout colorant at least one discharge component (18, 18', 18"), which is movable in relation to the main body (12, 12') during the discharge of the grout colorant and by means of which the grout colorant can be applied to a surface (20), in particular a tile grout (20).

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for applying a joint paint, comprising at least one base body, at least one dispensing device for dispensing the joint paint, and at least one storage container.

[0002] From DE 43 12 985 A1 a joint scraper is provided whose scraper surface tapers towards the respective scraper edge used for removing and smoothing the filler surface, in order to obtain a uniform filler surface when sealing tiles or the like with permanently elastic joint filler, without having to mask off the adjacent tile surfaces during the sealing process.

[0003] Furthermore, DE 197 57 908 A1 discloses a method and a tool for cleaning joints, particularly those containing cement, on tiled surfaces or the like. In the method according to the invention, the surface of the joint is scraped using a scraper edge or blade or the like. In this way, even heavily soiled joints can be cleaned quickly, easily, and reliably. The tool according to the invention has a scraper edge or blade for scraping the surface of the joint. It is robust in construction and easy and inexpensive to manufacture.

[0004] From DE 296 05 294 U1, a joint roller is known which has a container for a surface-active liquid such as dish soap and a coating head with a ball arranged therein. The ball is wettable on its section facing the interior of the container, which it transports through the outlet opening onto the jointing material as it rolls. At the same time, the jointing material is shaped by the surface of the rolling ball.

[0005] Furthermore, WO 99 / 13183 A1 discloses a device for shaping and smoothing jointing materials such as silicone, comprising a container for a surface-active liquid such as dish soap, an application head with a rotatably mounted rotating body, and an absorbent material between the container interior and the rotating body, which directs liquid from the container interior onto the surface of the rotating body, wherein the rotating body transports the liquid onto the jointing material as it rolls over it, simultaneously shaping and smoothing it.

[0006] Furthermore, US 3,404,060 A discloses an elongated container for flowable material with a pair of parallel arms pivotally attached to it and extending longitudinally beyond one end. The inner and outer sections of the arms carry rollers, the inner roller selectively closing an opening in the front of the container and the outer roller typically being a belt roller. The belt runs from the outer roller over the inner roller, picking up the flowable material from the belt, which then returns to the outer roller and is pressed against a surface. The device includes both belt separators and guides, as well as means for selectively pressurizing the fluid in the reservoir.

[0007] While the devices described in the prior art can clean the joints of a floor covering (e.g., tiles, slabs, etc.), they cannot completely remove dirt or contaminants from the joints of a tile-like covering or wall cladding (e.g., floor covering or wall cladding) using the mechanical devices proposed in the prior art for joint cleaning (using a joint scraper or a squeegee or blade). This can be explained, in particular, by the generally very rough or porous surface of floor covering joints. Furthermore, with prolonged use of the floor covering (e.g., over several years), the contaminants that cannot be removed mechanically lead to continuous soiling or discoloration of the joints, which negatively affects their aesthetic appearance.

[0008] It would therefore be desirable to provide a device for treating joints (e.g., joints of floor coverings, building wall coverings, or ovens) by means of which the aforementioned joints can be colored, thus preventing or eliminating unwanted discoloration.

[0009] The object of the present invention is to further develop a device of the type mentioned at the outset in an advantageous manner, in particular in such a way that joints of a slab-like covering or a wall covering can be colored quickly, easily and cost-effectively by applying joint paint.

[0010] This problem is solved according to the invention by a device for applying at least one grout color with the features of claim 1. According to this invention, a device for applying at least one grout color is provided with at least one base body, with at least one dispensing device for dispensing the grout color, and with at least one storage container which is at least partially filled with the grout color, wherein the dispensing device is attached to the base body and is fluidly connected to the storage container, wherein the dispensing device for controlled dispensing of the grout color has at least one dispensing component which is movable relative to the base body during the dispensing of the grout color and by means of which the grout color can be applied to a surface, in particular a tile joint.

[0011] The invention is based on the fundamental idea of ​​improving the aesthetic and health impact on people by coloring grout or tile joints (e.g., joints in floor coverings or wall coverings of buildings or ovens), which can be caused in particular by contaminated grout. For this purpose, the dispensing device has a dispensing component for grout color that is movable relative to the main body of the device during the dispensing process. This relative movement enables a particularly fast, thorough, and precise application of the grout color to the floor covering joint. Furthermore, the relative movement of the dispensing component, as well as its geometric design, allows for a particularly easy and uniform application of the grout color, taking into account the generally unfavorable rheological properties of grout colors (such as viscosity, thixotropy, structure viscosity, rheopexy, and dilatancy).In this context, the thickness of the paint layer to be applied can be further optimized as a particularly important criterion through the design and construction of the device for applying grout. Within the scope of this invention, a joint or tile joint is merely intended to be an example of all types of joints that form between at least two tiles, tiles, or other building material panels (for cladding building surfaces or for forming a floor covering).

[0012] Furthermore, the storage container can be formed by and located within the base body. This internal arrangement of the storage container allows for a more space-saving design of the joint sealant applicator. Since this device is intended for manual operation, its handling characteristics and ergonomics can also be improved. By integrating the storage container into the base body, the material otherwise required for the container can be reduced, resulting in a lighter, less expensive, and more compact device overall.

[0013] It is also conceivable that the dispensing component protrudes into the storage container through an opening in the base body. By protruding into the storage container, the dispensing component maintains continuous contact with the grout contained within. Thus, the relative movement of the dispensing component allows a steady and controlled amount of grout to be dispensed from the storage container, resulting in an even application of the grout. In this context, it is also conceivable that the dispensing component is spring-mounted on the dispensing device, allowing it to be pressed into the storage container. Pressing the dispensing component causes a temporary increase in pressure within the storage container, which improves the dispensing of the grout, particularly when the fill level is low.Furthermore, it is conceivable that the geometry of the output component can be adapted to the width of the joint.

[0014] Furthermore, it is conceivable that the dispensing component is at least partially sealed against the joint sealant stored in the container by means of at least one sealing element arranged at the opening of the base body. The sealing element is particularly important because it significantly influences the amount of joint sealant dispensed by the component. The seal can be designed such that it either rests against the entire circumference of the dispensing component or that a gap is deliberately formed between it and the dispensing component in defined, circumferential areas. The seal can then have a sealing contour (for example, a sealing lip) whose elasticity also influences the amount or volume flow of the joint sealant dispensed by the component. The joint sealant can be a dispersion paint (e.g.,The grout can be acrylic or synthetic resin dispersion paint, a natural dispersion paint, an emulsion paint, or a dispersion varnish, each suitable for use on joints inside or outside buildings. The grout color can be selected from the RAL Classic, RAL Design System, or RAL Effect color charts.

[0015] Furthermore, the dispensing component may include at least one dispensing wheel that is rotatably mounted on the dispensing device. A dispensing wheel is particularly advantageous because its geometric shape allows for especially efficient and rapid dispensing of the joint sealant. Moreover, the dispensing wheel's surface always maintains a consistently wide, linear contact with the joint being sealed, thus further increasing the application precision. In addition, by varying the radius of the dispensing wheel (and adjusting the sealing element accordingly), the dispensed quantity or flow rate of the joint sealant can be easily adjusted to suit different conditions (such as the rheological properties of the sealant or the roughness of the joint). It is also conceivable that the width of the dispensing wheel could be adapted to the width of the joints or flooring joints.

[0016] Furthermore, the dispensing component may include at least one dispensing ball that is rotatably mounted on the dispensing device. In contrast to a cylindrical dispensing component, a dispensing ball allows for particularly advantageous application of the grout color, especially on uneven joint surfaces. This is because, firstly, the geometry of a (e.g., elastic) sphere adapts better to uneven joint surfaces. Secondly, a sphere allows for a relatively narrow contact line with the joint surface compared to its radius or diameter, making a dispensing ball particularly suitable for very narrow joints (e.g., with very small tiles, ceramic tiles, floor tiles, or mosaic floor, wall, or ceiling coverings). Moreover, by varying the radius of the dispensing ball (and adjusting the sealing element accordingly), the dispensed quantity can be easily controlled.The output volume flow of the joint paint can be adjusted or adapted to different framework conditions (such as rheological properties of the joint paint or roughness of the joint).

[0017] According to the invention, the dispensing component has at least one dispensing channel for the grout, through which the grout flows during application. A dispensing channel, particularly in conjunction with the rheological properties of the grout, further improves the adjustability of the dispensed quantity or flow rate of the grout by means of the dispensing element. In this context, a dispensing channel with a circular cross-sectional area is particularly advantageous. Finally, with such a cross-sectional geometry, the diameter of the dispensing channel can be varied particularly easily and thus adapted to the rheological properties of the grout in a particularly advantageous and simple manner.Furthermore, it is conceivable that the dispensing component comprises at least one endless dispensing belt for transporting the joint sealant, guided by at least one first guide roller arranged in the storage container and by at least one second guide roller arranged on the dispensing device. Such an embodiment is not part of the present invention. .

[0018] The continuous dispensing belt allows for a very space-saving and compact design of the dispensing unit or the device for applying the grout, especially when using viscous grout, and offers a large receiving surface. This compact design is particularly advantageous for hard-to-reach or very thin joints.

[0019] Furthermore, it is possible for the dispensing component to be at least partially composed of a foam-like structure. This foam-like structure is particularly useful with relatively thin grouts, as it can absorb or temporarily store some of the grout being dispensed. The foam-like structure of the dispensing component (e.g., a dispensing ball or wheel with at least a partially foamed surface) thus allows for a more advantageous extension of its application to thinner grouts, which would be unsuitable for dispensing balls or wheels without a foam structure (e.g., those made of plastic) due to sealing problems. Moreover, the flexibility of a foam-like structure makes it especially suitable for joints with rough surfaces.

[0020] Additionally, the dispensing unit can be detachably attached to the base body. This allows for the optimal dispensing unit and component to be provided for each joint, depending on its characteristics (rough or smooth, wavy or straight, narrow or wide) and color. This further improves the user's handling and can also enhance the quality of the application process. The dispensing unit can be detachably attached to the base body by means of screws, clips, latches, insertion, or clamps.

[0021] Furthermore, it is conceivable that the main body is designed in the form of an elastically and / or plastically deformable tube, so that the grout contained in the storage container can be pressurized to a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure. The tube shape and the associated pressurization of the grout allow the user to manually control the dispensing quantity during application. This manual adjustability, in response to the current application result, allows for even more precise and user-friendly handling of the grout dispensing device. It is also conceivable that the main body could be designed in the form of an elastically and / or plastically deformable bottle.

[0022] It is also conceivable that the main body is designed in sections as a hollow tube, with a piston slidably guided inside the hollow tube, by means of which the grout is sealed within the storage container. This design of the device for dispensing grout is particularly advantageous because it is based on the handling of a standard syringe, the use of which is already familiar to many users. This allows for even more routine and safer handling for the user. The pressure applied to the grout, which also occurs with the actuation of the piston, can thus be adjusted very precisely by the user during application, so that the dispensed quantity can also be controlled very precisely by hand.This manual adjustability in response to the current application result also allows for very precise and user-friendly handling of this device.

[0023] Furthermore, the storage container can be refillable. This is particularly advantageous from the perspective of environmental friendliness and the user's costs. It is also conceivable that the base unit or the storage container has a sealable refill connection. After the storage container is emptied, the same device can be reused to apply the grout color. Refilling also allows the color of the grout colorant (which, according to the disclosure of this invention, is to be considered grout color) to be changed, thereby further simplifying and improving the handling of the device for the user and making it more versatile. Consequently, it is conceivable that the grout color can be adapted to the color of the grout being colored. The grout color can also have antimicrobial properties.

[0024] Furthermore, the device may be designed to have interchangeable storage containers and / or base units. This interchangeability allows the user even greater flexibility in applying grout. Depending on the color of the grout to be tinted, different storage containers and / or base units with pre-filled grout can be used. It is also conceivable that the storage container and / or base unit are designed for single use. This can be particularly advantageous with very viscous grouts that tend to dry out quickly. In this context, it is also conceivable that the device includes a cap that is detachably attached to the base unit or the dispensing mechanism. The cap can be detachably attached, for example, by screwing, clipping, snapping, inserting, or clamping.

[0025] Furthermore, it is conceivable that at least one gripping device for at least one user's finger is attached to an outer surface of the base body. The gripping device can be in the form of a protrusion or two wings or arms on the outer surface of the base body. This simplifies the handling of the device for applying grout and ensures even safer, more precise, and faster application of the grout.

[0026] Furthermore, it is conceivable that the device for applying grout includes a grout return system. This return system is attached to the dispensing unit and / or the main body. Its purpose is to transport or guide any grout that is unintentionally applied beyond the lateral joint boundary during the application process back into the joint. Such a return system allows for a more precise, thorough, and cleaner application of the grout to the joint. Furthermore, a potentially necessary subsequent cleaning step of the joint can be eliminated. Additionally, the geometry of the dispensing component can be chosen more freely, so that a single geometry can be used for multiple joint shapes and widths.

[0027] Further details and advantages of the invention will now be explained in more detail with reference to the exemplary embodiments shown in the drawings.

[0028] They show: Fig. 1 is a schematic representation of a first and second embodiment of a device according to the invention for applying a grout color; Fig. 2 is a schematic sectional view of a first embodiment of a dispensing device according to the invention; Fig. 3 is a schematic sectional view of a second embodiment of a dispensing device according to the invention; and Fig. 4 is a schematic sectional view of an embodiment that is not part of the present invention.

[0029] Fig. 1 shows a schematic representation of a first and second embodiment of a device 10, 10' according to the invention for applying a joint paint.

[0030] The device 10, 10' has a base body 12, 12' and an output device 14, 14', 14" for outputting the joint color.

[0031] Furthermore, the device 10, 10' has a storage container 16, 16' which is filled with the grout paint.

[0032] The storage container 16, 16' is formed by the base body 12, 12' and is arranged within the base body 12, 12'.

[0033] According to the left-hand illustration in Fig. 1 The basic body 12 is formed section by section in the form of an elongated hollow tube.

[0034] Inside the hollow tube a piston 34 is slidably guided, by means of which the joint bar is sealed within the storage container 16.

[0035] According to the right-hand illustration in Fig. 1 The basic body 12' is designed in the form of an elastically or plastically deformable tube.

[0036] Furthermore, the output device 14, 14', 14" is attached to the base body 12, 12' and fluidly connected to the storage container 16, 16'.

[0037] The dispensing device 14, 14', 14" also has a dispensing component 18, 18', 18" for controlled dispensing of the joint paint.

[0038] The output device 14, 14', 14" can be detachably attached to the base body 12, 12'.

[0039] Furthermore, a gripping arrangement 36, 36' for at least one finger of a user is attached to an outer surface of the base body 12, 12'.

[0040] The gripping arrangement 36 according to the left-hand figure in Fig. 1 is designed as a pair of arched arms that are attached to the outer surface of the hollow tube.

[0041] With respect to the longitudinal axis of the hollow tube, the gripping arrangement 36 is attached approximately in the middle to the outer surface of the hollow tube.

[0042] The gripping arrangement 36' according to the right-hand illustration in Fig. 1 is arranged as a concavity on the outer surface of the tube-shaped base body 12'.

[0043] The gripping arrangement 36' has a grooved or otherwise structured surface to improve adhesion properties.

[0044] The device 10, 10' further comprises a closure cap (not in Fig. 1 shown) which is detachably attached to the base body 12, 12' or the output device 14, 14', 14".

[0045] The device 10, 10' is made of plastic, although the individual components of the device (such as the base body 12, 12' and the output device 14, 14', 14") may also be made of different plastics.

[0046] The plastics can be, in particular, injection-moldable plastics.

[0047] Furthermore, it is conceivable that the device 10, 10' is a return device for joint paint (not in Fig. 1 shown).

[0048] The return device is attached to the output device 14, 14', 14".

[0049] The return device is formed by two wings, each consisting of an elastic strip of material.

[0050] The two wings form a gap in the area where the output component 18, 18', 18" projects beyond the output device 14, 14', 14" in which the output element 18, 18', 18" is arranged in the assembled state.

[0051] Furthermore, when assembled, the two wings extend to a lower end of the output component 18, 18', 18", which is in contact with the joint or beyond.

[0052] The two wings are attached to the output device in a V-shape, with respect to the dimensions 18, 18', 18".

[0053] The wings are arranged such that the smaller of the two angles formed by the V-arrangement of the wings points in the direction of movement or feed of the device 10, 10' along the joint.

[0054] The function of the device 10, 10' for applying a grout color can now be described as follows: Properly, the device 10, 10' should be sealed with the cap (not in) before use by a user. Fig. 1 ) be locked.

[0055] The cap serves to protect the dispensing device 14, 14', 14" from dirt and to prevent the grout paint from drying out.

[0056] After removing the cap, the device 10, 10' is brought into contact with the tile joint 20 to be colored via the output component 18, 18', 18".

[0057] To accelerate the application process or for a more intense coloring of the tile joint 20, the user can apply pressure to the grout color contained within the storage container 16, 16'.

[0058] In the event that the basic body 12 (see left figure in Fig. 1 ) is designed as a hollow tube, the user can pressurize the storage container 16 with a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure by pushing the piston 34 in the direction of the dispensing device 14, 14', 14".

[0059] If the base body 12' is a tube (see right-hand illustration in Fig. 1 ) is designed, the user can squeeze the tube body so that the grout contained in the storage container 16' can be subjected to a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure.

[0060] The joint paint, thus pressurized, then flows towards the output device 14, 14', 14".

[0061] The grout color can then be applied to a tile joint 20 using the output component 18, 18', 18".

[0062] To ensure the most even application of the grout color to the tile joint, the device is moved along the tile joint by the user for 10, 10' throughout the entire application process.

[0063] To further facilitate the dispensing of the joint color, the dispensing component 18, 18', 18" is movable relative to the base body 12, 12' during the dispensing of the joint color.

[0064] If the grout color runs out during dispensing, the storage container 16, 16' can be refilled.

[0065] Alternatively, the storage container 16, 16' or the base body 12, 12' is interchangeable.

[0066] Fig. 2 Figure 14 shows a schematic sectional view of a first embodiment of an output device according to the invention.

[0067] The output device 14 can be detachably attached to the base body 12, 12'.

[0068] The basic body can have the form of a hollow tube (see left illustration). Fig. 1 ) as well as in the form of a tube (see right-hand image from Fig. 1 ) be trained.

[0069] The base body 12, 12' has an end wall at its end facing the output device 14, to which the output device 14 is attached.

[0070] The dispensing device is in fluid contact with the storage container 16 and the grout stored therein via the opening 22 of the base body 12, 12' (which is located within the end wall of the container).

[0071] The output component 18 also has a circular disk-shaped output wheel 26, which is rotatably mounted on the output device 14.

[0072] The rotatable bearing is connected by two pins (as shown in the sectional view in Fig. 2 (not representable) formed, each of which protrudes centrally from the two flat end faces of the output wheel 26.

[0073] Furthermore, the rotatable bearing is formed by two plate-shaped bearing legs 38, which are arranged parallel to each other on the end face of the container wall of the base body 12, 12'.

[0074] In the space formed by the two bearing legs 38, the output wheel 26 is mounted in such a way that the two flat end faces of the output wheel 26 are also aligned parallel to the bearing legs 38.

[0075] For this purpose, the two pins are each arranged within a bore of the bearing leg 38, with the bores being aligned coaxially to each other.

[0076] Furthermore, the output wheel 26 protrudes through the opening 22 of the base body into the storage container 16.

[0077] The dispensing wheel 26 is also partially sealed against the grout stored in the storage container 16 by means of a sealing element 24, which is arranged at the opening 22 of the base body 12, 12'.

[0078] The sealing element is according to Fig. 2 only shown schematically and can be designed, for example, as a ring seal (e.g. as an O-ring) or as an annular profile seal (e.g. with a sealing lip).

[0079] Other suitable and standard sealing elements can also be used.

[0080] According to Fig. 2 The output wheel 26 also has several output channels 28 (examples are in Fig. 2 two output channels 28 shown) for the grout color, through which the grout color flows during the application of the grout color.

[0081] The output channels 28 are provided as cylindrical bores within the output wheel.

[0082] The output channels 28 are furthermore placed centrally within the output wheel 26 perpendicular to its axis of rotation.

[0083] Furthermore, the output channels 28 extend radially outwards from the center of the output wheel 26 and open into its outermost diameter at its lateral surface.

[0084] In the case of multiple output channels 28, these are offset symmetrically to each other within a common alignment plane with respect to the central axis of the output wheel 26 (two output channels 28 are offset by 90°, three output channels 28 by 60°, four output channels 28 by 45°, etc.).

[0085] The output channels 28 are further interconnected fluidically within the output wheel 26.

[0086] The output wheel 26 can also be partially made of a foam-like structure.

[0087] In this context, it is conceivable that a circular foam structure is incorporated into the outer surface or the joint contact surface of the output wheel 26.

[0088] Fig. 3 Figure 14 further shows a schematic sectional view of a second embodiment of an output device 14' according to the invention.

[0089] The output device 14' can be detachably attached to the base body 12, 12'.

[0090] The basic body can have the form of a hollow tube (see left illustration). Fig. 1 ) as well as in the form of a tube (see right-hand image from Fig. 1 ) be trained.

[0091] The in Fig. 3 The second embodiment of the output device 14' shown in the illustration has essentially the same structural and functional features as the one shown in Fig. 2 The first embodiment of the output device 14 is shown.

[0092] Only the following structural and functional differences in features are to be shown: The output component 18' has an output ball 26' which is rotatably mounted on the output device 14'.

[0093] In addition, the dispensing device 14' further comprises a thin-walled cone-shaped hollow body, at the end of which facing away from the base body 12' the dispensing ball 26' is rotatably mounted.

[0094] Between this end of the cone-shaped hollow body and the output sphere 26', one or more output columns may also be provided to improve the output of the joint color.

[0095] In addition, the dispensing sphere 28' is partially sealed against the grout stored in the storage container 16, 16' by means of a sealing element 24' which is arranged at the opening 22' of the base body 12, 12'.

[0096] According to the geometry of the output sphere 28', the sealing element 24' has an annular structure.

[0097] The opening 22' is according to Fig. 3 shaped like a circular cylinder.

[0098] In contrast to the one in Fig. 2 The output components 18 (output wheel 26) shown can have their output channels 28' of the output sphere 26' arranged within several alignment planes.

[0099] Within the sphere's surface, the output sphere 26' can also have a foam-like structure for the temporary storage and release of the grout color.

[0100] Fig. 4 shows a schematic sectional view of an embodiment that is not part of the present invention.

[0101] The output device 14' can be detachably attached to the base body 12, 12'.

[0102] The basic body can have the form of a hollow tube (see left illustration). Fig. 1 ) as well as in the form of a tube (see right-hand image from Fig. 1 ) be trained.

[0103] The in Fig. 4 The illustrated embodiment has essentially the same structural and functional features as the one in Fig. 2 The first embodiment of the output device 14 is shown.

[0104] Only the following structural and functional differences in features are to be shown: The output component 18" has an endless output belt 26" for transporting the joint paint.

[0105] The output belt 26" is guided by a first guide roller 30, which is arranged in the storage container 16" and by a second guide roller 32, which is arranged at the output device 14".

[0106] The first guide roller 30 and the second guide roller 32 are each rotatably mounted in the storage container 16" and the dispensing device 14" respectively.

[0107] The opening 22" of the base body 12, 12' is according to Fig. 4 formed in the form of two slits which are incorporated into the frontal wall of the base body 12, 12'.

[0108] Due to the shape of the two slots, a dispensing gap is created between the dispensing belt 26" and the front wall of the base body 12, 12', through which the grout color can be transported from the storage container 16" to the tile joint 20 by means of the dispensing belt 26".

[0109] The dispensing belt 26" is sealed against the grout stored in the storage container 16, 16' by means of a sealing element 24", which is arranged at the opening 22" of the base body 12, 12' inside the dispensing belt 26".

[0110] The further schematic in Fig. 4 The sealing element 24" shown, which is arranged at the opening 22" outside the dispensing belt 26", can be designed as a scraper element for excess joint paint. Bezugszeichenliste

[0111] 10 Device for applying grout 12 Base body 14 Dispensing device 16 Storage container 18 Dispensing component 20 Tile joint 22 Opening of the base body 24 Sealing element 26 Dispensing wheel 28 Dispensing channel 30 First guide roller 32 Second guide roller 34 Piston 36 Gripping arrangement 38 Bearing leg 10'Device for applying joint sealant 12'Base body 14'Dispensing device 16'Storage container 18'Dispensing component 22'Opening of the base body 24'Sealing element 26'Dispensing ball 28'Dispensing channel 36'Gripping arrangement 14" Dispensing device 18" Dispensing component 22" Opening of the base body 24" Sealing element 26" Dispensing belt

Claims

1. A device (10, 10') for applying at least one grout colorant, with at least one main body (12, 12'), with at least one discharge device (14, 14', 14") for discharging the grout colorant and with at least one storage container (16, 16'), which is at least partially filled with the grout colorant, wherein the discharge device (14, 14', 14") is attached to the main body (12, 12') and is fluidically connected to the storage container (16, 16'), wherein the discharge device (14, 14', 14"), for the controlled discharge of the grout colorant, has at least one discharge component (18, 18', 18"), which is movable in relation to the main body (12, 12') for discharging the grout colorant and by means of which the grout colorant can be applied to a surface (20), in particular a tile grout (20), characterized in that the discharge component (18, 18') has at least one discharge wheel (26) or a discharge ball (26'), which is rotatably mounted on the discharge device (14, 14') and has at least one discharge channel (28, 28') for the grout colorant, through which the grout colorant flows out during the application of the grout colorant.

2. The device (10, 10') according to claim 1, characterized in that the storage container (16, 16') is formed by the main body (12, 12') and is arranged inside the main body (12, 12').

3. The device (10, 10') according to claim 1 or claim 2, characterized in that the discharge component (18, 18', 18") protrudes into the storage container (16, 16') through an opening (22, 22', 22") of the main body.

4. The device (10, 10') according to claim 3, characterized in that the discharge component (18, 18', 18") is partially sealed off from the grout colorant stored in the storage container (16, 16') by means of at least one sealing element (24, 24', 24") arranged on the opening (22, 22', 22") of the main body (12, 12').

5. The device (10, 10') according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the discharge component (18) has at least one discharge wheel (26) which is rotatably mounted on the discharge device (14, 14', 14").

6. The device (10, 10') according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the discharge component (18') has at least one discharge ball (26') which is rotatably mounted on the discharge device (14').

7. The device (10, 10') according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the discharge component (18, 18', 18") is at least partially formed from a foam-like structure.

8. The device (10, 10') according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the discharge device (14, 14', 14") is detachably fastened to the main body (12, 12').

9. The device (10, 10') according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the main body (12, 12') is formed in the shape of an elastically and / or plastically deformable tube, so that the grout colorant contained in the storage container (16, 16') can be subjected to a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure.

10. The device (10, 10') according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the main body (12, 12') is formed in sections in the form of a hollow pipe, a piston (34) being movably guided inside the hollow pipe, by means of which the grout colorant inside the storage container (16, 16') is enclosed in a sealed manner.

11. The device (10, 10') according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage container (16, 16') is refillable.

12. The device (10, 10') according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the storage container (16, 16') and / or the main body (12, 12') are replaceable.

13. The device (10, 10') according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one gripping arrangement (36, 36') for at least one finger of a user is fastened to an outer surface of the main body (12, 12').

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