Turning device

The turning device addresses the inflexibility of existing systems by using automated, adjustable fixing elements to securely fix double wall parts of complex geometries, improving production efficiency and safety through automated control and flexible adaptation to different dimensions and insulation levels.

EP4488020A1Active Publication Date: 2025-01-08EBAWE ANLAGENTECHN
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Application Number
EP2023183848
Authority / Receiving Office
EP · EP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-07-06
Publication Date
2025-01-08
Estimated Expiration
2043-07-06

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Technical Problem

Existing turning devices for prefabricated concrete wall elements are limited in variability, unable to accommodate complex geometries and dimensions, and require manual adjustments and additional adapters for insulated double walls, making them inflexible and resource-intensive.

Method used

The turning device features displaceable and pivotable fixing elements with an adjusting device, allowing for automated adjustment to varying dimensions and geometries, enabling secure fixation of complex shapes and efficient use of space, with automated control and regulation via a human-machine interface.

Benefits of technology

This solution allows for the production of double wall parts with varying geometries without manual assembly, reducing resource consumption and enabling flexible adaptation to different dimensions and insulation levels, enhancing production efficiency and worker safety.

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Abstract

A turning device (1) for the construction industry for the fully automated insertion of a first double-wall section (2) at least partially into a second double-wall section (3), wherein the turning device (1) comprises: - at least one turning frame (4), wherein the first double-wall section (2) can be arranged at least partially within the at least one turning frame (4), - at least one drive unit (5) for the automated rotation of the at least one turning frame (4) in space, - at least one fixing element (6) arranged on the at least one turning frame (4), with which a first double-wall section (2) arranged at least partially within the turning frame (4) can be fixed relative to the at least one turning frame (4), and - at least one control and / or regulating device (7) for controlling the at least one drive unit (5).wherein the at least one fixing element (6) is slidably and / or pivotably attached to the at least one turning frame (4), wherein at least one adjusting device (8) is provided by means of which the at least one fixing element (6) is automatically slidable and / or pivotable relative to the at least one turning frame (4).
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[0001] The invention relates to a turning device for the construction industry for the fully automated turning of a first double-wall part, at least in part, into a second double-wall part. The turning device comprises at least one turning frame, the first double-wall part being arrangeable at least in part within the at least one turning frame, at least one drive unit for the automated rotation of the at least one turning frame in space, at least one fixing element arranged on the at least one turning frame, with which a first double-wall part arranged at least in part within the turning frame can be fixed relative to the at least one turning frame, and at least one control and / or regulating device for controlling the at least one drive unit. Furthermore, the invention also relates to a method for the fully automatic clamping of a first double-wall part using such a turning device.

[0002] Such a turning device is already known, for example, from EP 2 934 837 A2, in which precast concrete wall elements of varying thicknesses are rotated by a turning device. For fixation during the rotation process, clamping devices with bendable holding elements for securing the precast concrete wall elements are arranged on the turning device so that they can be moved vertically. The clamping devices are pivoted and shifted relative to the precast concrete wall elements. This allows the number of clamping devices for different thicknesses to be reduced, and due to the pre-assembly on the turning device, manual removal and reinsertion of the clamping devices is not required.The holding elements of the clamping devices are pivoted upwards from a bent release position for fixation around a horizontal axis along a longitudinal extension of the precast concrete wall element and then moved laterally relative to the precast concrete wall element to be fixed by a translational movement along a direction orthogonal to the longitudinal extension to generate a positive connection. The clamping devices are arranged in a grid along the turning device and always have a position in the direction orthogonal to the longitudinal extension determined by the design of the holding elements.

[0003] However, this concept of securing precast concrete wall elements is very limited in terms of the variability of the precast concrete wall elements within a single plane. The production of precast concrete wall elements is limited to trivial rectangular panels of a defined shape, which cannot accommodate customer requests for complex custom designs. Furthermore, for different dimensions of precast concrete wall elements, the grid of clamping devices must be adjusted or a different grid of clamping devices must be provided. In other words, such a turning device is not flexible in its use.

[0004] Furthermore, problems would arise, especially with insulated double walls. This would require adapters or an additional adjustment option to adapt the turning device to different insulation types, especially insulation heights.

[0005] The object of the present invention is therefore to provide a turning device which is improved compared to the prior art, as well as a method for the fully automatic clamping of double-wall parts, in which the disadvantages of the prior art are at least partially eliminated.

[0006] This problem is solved by the features of independent claims 1 and 14.

[0007] According to the invention, it is therefore provided that the at least one fixing element is displaceably and / or pivotably fastened to the at least one turning frame, wherein at least one adjusting device is provided, via which the at least one fixing element can be displaced and / or pivoted automatically relative to the at least one turning frame.

[0008] This makes it possible to establish a positive connection between the at least one fixing element and the double-wall parts arranged in the at least one turning frame. The position of the at least one fixing element can be automatically adjusted by shifting and / or pivoting to varying dimensions and geometries of the double walls to be produced, whereby, in particular, complex geometries and shapes of double-wall parts can be securely fixed within the at least one turning frame.

[0009] For example, a large number of double-walled parts or double walls can be produced simultaneously, with the individual double-walled parts maneuverable in a turning process being able to differ in their geometry. This allows for optimal utilization of the area of ​​a pallet being turned, saving time and resources.

[0010] In particular, the automated sliding and pivoting capability of at least one fixing element eliminates the need for manual assembly steps. This not only accelerates the clamping of a double-walled component in a turning frame, but also ensures a production process that is gentle on workers, as the heavy weight of the fixing elements, which are required due to their robustness, no longer requires conventional, i.e., manual positioning.

[0011] The fixing elements can ensure, for example, that a conventional connection between edge formwork and the pallet is reinforced by means of magnets, thus preventing parts of the double-walled sections from falling out. The connection between the at least one turning frame and / or the first double-walled section can be, for example, magnetic, pneumatic, hydraulic, spring-loaded, and / or via an electric drive. Preferably, a holding force is transmitted to the turning device via a rigid connection between the pallet and the at least one turning frame.

[0012] Another positive feature is that an adaptation of a fixation scheme (for example, due to changed geometries or different masses to be maneuvered) can be carried out quickly and user-friendly in the at least one control and / or regulation device, without the need for any design interventions. The shape of double-wall parts and / or the location of attachment points for the at least one fixation means can be predefined or defined and, for example, also initiated via the at least one control and / or regulation device. A human-machine interface (HMI) has proven particularly advantageous for this purpose, whereby fixation layouts (predefined or to be defined) and / or adaptations can be created or made manually, via templates, or an algorithm.All automated components can be controlled by the same or separate control and / or regulation devices. Data transmission can be via cable (for example, as an integral part of the turning device) or via a radio signal transmission connection.

[0013] A method according to the invention comprises the following steps, in particular in chronological order: the first double wall part is arranged at least in regions within the at least one turning frame by the at least one control and / or regulating device, the at least one fixing element is displaced via the at least one adjusting device, preferably in a direction substantially orthogonal to a longitudinal extent of the turning frame by the at least one displaced fixing element the first double wall part arranged at least in regions within the turning frame is fixed relative to the at least one turning frame by the at least one drive unit, the at least one turning frame is automatically rotated in space by the at least one control and / or regulating device.

[0014] The process can be flexibly applied to a wide variety of edge formwork arrangements, efficiently covering a wide range of double walls.

[0015] The control and / or regulation device can, for example, comprise an algorithm in the form of a computer program product, through which a computing unit that is in a data connection with a storage unit or can be brought into such a connection executes at least parts of the method. The computer program product can be transmitted via a data carrier signal and / or stored on a data storage device.

[0016] Further advantageous embodiments of the invention are defined in the dependent claims.

[0017] According to a preferred embodiment, it can be provided that the at least one control and / or regulating device is designed to control the at least one adjusting device in such a way that the at least one fixing element is displaced and / or pivoted relative to the at least one turning frame.

[0018] By appropriate programming of the control and / or regulation device, the fixing elements can be pivoted and moved automatically in such a way that a double-wall part is fixed in a turning frame.

[0019] It has also proven advantageous if at least one guide carriage is arranged displaceably and / or pivotably on the at least one turning frame, wherein the at least one fixing element is arranged displaceably in or on the at least one guide carriage.

[0020] The at least one guide carriage provides a simple way to pivotably and / or displaceably arrange a fixing element on a turning frame. The displaceability of the guide carriage serves to move the fixing element, preferably along a longitudinal extension of a turning frame, allowing the position of the guide carriage and, subsequently, also of the fixing elements on the turning frame to be adjusted. This allows for different geometries of double-walled parts to be accommodated.

[0021] The pivoting of the guide carriages allows the fixing elements to be pivoted so that they are positioned as close as possible to the turning frame, particularly when no double-walled part is secured in the turning device. This allows the turning circle of the turning frame to be kept as small as possible.

[0022] The displaceable arrangement of the fixing element in or on the guide carriage allows the fixing element to be moved over a double-walled part, thus securing the double-walled part. Advantageously, the displaceability according to the invention according to claim 1 corresponds to such a displacement.

[0023] It can also be provided that the at least one adjusting device has at least one adjusting element, preferably a drive wheel, which can be driven via at least one drive device to move the at least one fixing element relative to the at least one turning frame, preferably relative to at least one guide carriage, preferably wherein the at least one drive device can be controlled by the at least one control and / or regulating device.

[0024] An adjusting element is a simple way to contact a fixing element, especially if the adjusting element is designed as a drive wheel.

[0025] It can then be provided that the drive wheel contacts a fixing element, whereby there is then a frictional connection between the drive wheel and the fixing element.

[0026] The movement of the drive wheel can therefore be transmitted to a fixing element via friction. In particular, this makes it possible to convert a rotational movement of the drive element into a linear movement of the fixing element, i.e., to move the fixing element.

[0027] The drive wheel can be driven by the drive device, which can be controlled by the control and / or regulation device. This helps enable an automated turning process.

[0028] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the at least one adjusting device can comprise a gripping device with which an at least temporarily movement-coupled connection can be established between the at least one fixing element and the at least one adjusting device, preferably wherein the at least one adjusting element is part of the gripping device.

[0029] A fixation element can be gripped via the gripping device, meaning that it can be coupled to the gripping device at least temporarily (while it is gripped). A fixation element can then be adjusted and thus positioned by moving the adjusting device.

[0030] The gripping device can be designed in the form of a jaw gripper, preferably with two jaws. This represents a simple way to implement a gripping device.

[0031] The gripping device can also have contact means for contacting the fixing element, wherein the contact means are preferably arranged on the jaws of the gripping device.

[0032] At least one of the contact means can be formed by the actuating element. The other contact means or the other contact means are preferably designed as rollers.

[0033] The gripping device can thus grip the fixing element, which is contacted by the contact means. This allows, on the one hand, the fixing element to be adjusted (i.e., shifted and / or pivoted) by moving the adjusting device, and, on the other hand, the fixing element can be shifted via the adjusting element, preferably into a position in which a double-walled part is fixed.

[0034] Advantageously, it can also be provided that the gripping device is rotatably mounted, preferably on a base body of the adjusting device.

[0035] Preferably, it can further be provided that the at least one adjusting device is guided so as to be movable and / or rotatable along a guide arranged on or next to the at least one turning frame, preferably along a longitudinal extent of the at least one turning frame, and / or is arranged on a manipulator or is part of a manipulator, or is arranged on which at least one guide carriage.

[0036] The adjusting device can be moved along the turning frame via a guide arranged on or next to the at least one turning frame. Particularly when a plurality of fixing elements are provided, several fixing elements can be pivoted and / or moved using just one adjusting device, since the adjusting device can move to the corresponding positions of the fixing elements.

[0037] Even if the adjusting device is mounted on a manipulator or is part of a manipulator, multiple fixing elements can be moved and / or pivoted using a single adjusting device. Various manipulators known from the state of the art can be used as manipulators, for example, in the form of gantry robots or robot arms.

[0038] In the two aforementioned embodiments, it is particularly advantageous if the adjusting device has a gripping device.

[0039] Alternatively (or additionally), the adjusting device can be arranged on the at least one guide carriage. This represents a technically less complex option for arranging an adjusting device. However, such an embodiment involves a higher material expenditure, since each fixing element must be provided with an adjusting device.

[0040] Preferably, it can further be provided that at least one further drive device is provided, via which the at least one adjusting device and / or the at least one guide carriage can be moved and / or rotated, preferably along a longitudinal extent of the at least one turning frame.

[0041] As already explained, a large number of fixing elements can be moved and / or pivoted using only one adjusting device.

[0042] It is particularly advantageous if the at least one control and / or regulating device is designed to control the at least one further drive device in such a way that the at least one adjusting device, preferably together with the at least one fixing element which is at least temporarily coupled in terms of movement to the adjusting device, or the at least one guide carriage, can be positioned on the at least one turning frame depending on a geometry of a first double-wall part.

[0043] This supports the automation of a turning process.

[0044] It can also be provided that a plurality of fixing elements are provided on the at least one turning frame, preferably along a longitudinal extent of the at least one turning frame, preferably wherein an adjusting device is provided for each fixing element or wherein a number of adjusting devices, preferably one or two adjusting devices smaller than the plurality of fixing elements are provided.

[0045] A variety of fixing elements allows a double-walled section to be more securely and effectively secured to a turning frame. Depending on the selected design, the required number of adjustment devices can also be selected.

[0046] Advantageously, the at least one turning frame and / or the at least one drive unit can be arranged on a machine frame, wherein it is preferably provided that the at least one turning frame is designed to be rotatable relative to the machine frame and / or the machine frame comprises at least one lifting unit for vertically lifting the at least one turning frame relative to the machine frame in a use state of the turning device.

[0047] This allows the first double wall section to be prepared at a low height for insertion into the second double wall section in a resource-saving manner, whereby the first double wall section is lifted and rotated so that it can be arranged in sections into the second double wall section.

[0048] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, it can be provided that the pivoting and / or displacement of the at least one fixing element takes place in a plane parallel to a plane spanned by the turning frame.

[0049] This avoids excessive spatial requirements of a fixing element during a pivoting or shifting movement.

[0050] According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the turning device is provided with at least one first double wall part arranged in the at least one turning frame, wherein it is preferably provided that the first double wall part at least one, particularly preferably metallic, pallet for arranging liquid concrete on the pallet and / or at least one edge formwork for locally limiting liquid concrete on the pallet and / or at least one reinforcement for increasing the stability of the first double-wall part after the liquid concrete has hardened on the pallet and / or at least one lattice girder protruding from the solid concrete arranged on the pallet for contacting a second double-wall part and / or at least one insulation arranged on the solid concrete (BS) arranged on the pallet (16).

[0051] The second double-wall section is generally constructed as a mirror image of the first double-wall section, with preferably only the first double-wall section comprising reinforcement comprising a lattice girder. However, reinforcement mats, connecting pins, or insulation can also be arranged on or in at least one of the double-wall sections in addition or as an alternative.

[0052] It has proven advantageous if the first double wall part comprises a fixed edge formwork adjacent to the at least one turning frame and / or a separate edge formwork which can be variably placed on the pallet, wherein the at least one fixing element contacts the fixed edge formwork and / or the variably placed edge formwork and / or the at least one lattice girder and / or the solid concrete arranged on the pallet and / or the insulation and / or the reinforcement for supporting the first double wall part relative to the at least one turning frame.

[0053] The fixed edge formwork allows for particularly efficient use of the pallet's structural dimensions, while the variably positioned edge formwork eliminates the need for custom-made components for complex geometries on the double walls to be constructed. Since generally only the arrangement of the variably positioned edge formwork changes, two categories of fixing devices, each with its own specific advantages, have proven particularly advantageous.

[0054] With regard to a method according to the invention, it can be provided that the at least one further drive unit is controlled via the at least one control and / or regulating device in such a way that the at least one adjusting device, preferably together with the at least one fixing element which is at least temporarily coupled in terms of movement to the adjusting device, or the at least one guide carriage, is displaced depending on a geometry of a first double-wall part on the at least one turning frame, preferably in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal extent of the turning frame, and / or wherein the at least one adjusting device, preferably together with the at least one fixing element which is at least temporarily coupled in terms of movement to the adjusting device, or the at least one guide carriage, is pivoted, preferably before a displacement of the at least one adjusting device or the at least one guide carriage.

[0055] According to an advantageous embodiment of the invention, it is provided that in a subsequent method step the second double wall part is connected to the first double wall part via a lattice girder to form a double wall, wherein the double wall is formed by hardening concrete arranged in the second double wall part and separating pallets, edge formwork and / or fixing means arranged on the first double wall part and / or on the second double wall part.

[0056] The double wall can be considered present simply by connecting the two double-wall parts or only after removing the components required for production. Release and / or fixing, preferably clamping, of the at least one fixing element can be triggered, for example, via the at least one control and / or regulating device. An HMI has proven advantageous in this case, whereby the geometries of the double-wall parts and / or positions for the at least one fixing means can be determined particularly conveniently via the HMI—optionally supported by an algorithm.

[0057] Further details and advantages of the invention are explained in more detail below with reference to the figures and the drawings, in which: Fig. 1 is a schematic representation of a process for inserting a first double-wall part into a second double-wall part to form a double wall in a side view, Fig. 2a, 2b is a schematic representation of a turning device with a plurality of fixing elements projecting through a turning frame according to the prior art in a view from above and a view from the side, Fig. 3a is a schematic, perspective view of a first embodiment of a turning device, Fig. 3b is a schematic, perspective view of a second embodiment of a turning device, Figs. 4a-f are various steps for the fully automatic clamping of a first double-wall part via a turning device in a schematic plan view according to the first embodiment, Fig. 5a-c are a schematic, perspective representation of an embodiment of an adjusting device with a gripping device in different positions, Fig.Fig. 6a is a schematic side view of a part of a turning device according to the second embodiment, Fig. 6b is a schematic plan view of a part of a turning device according to the second embodiment, and Fig. 6c is a schematic plan view of a part of a turning device according to the second embodiment, wherein the fixing elements are displaced.

[0058] The Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a process for inserting a first double-wall part 2 into a second double-wall part 3, wherein the first double-wall part 2 is inserted vertically into the second double-wall part 3. In general, the second double-wall part 3 can also be lifted vertically, or the connection between the two double-wall parts 2, 3 can be generated during a pivoting process.

[0059] Fig. 2ashows a turning device 1 with which three first double-wall parts 2 arranged on a pallet 15 can be turned and arranged in sections in a second double-wall part 3. A first double-wall part 2 comprises a window 2a and a further double-wall part 2 comprises a door 2b. In the prior art, the clamping devices can cause undesirable damage to such sensitive areas of the first double-wall part 2. Furthermore, the clamping devices in the prior art are generally arranged in the grid in such a way that the first double-wall parts 2 are not supported symmetrically during the turning process (for example, due to the gaps between the first double-wall parts 2 specific to this arrangement).

[0060] The Figure 2aThe fixing means 6 used are arranged manually at positions predetermined by corresponding predefined openings, whereby no variability in the longitudinal direction can be achieved. Furthermore, no first double-wall parts 2 can be covered, which only partially extend across a width of the pallet 3. The fixing means 6 are not designed according to the invention and, in particular, are not arranged variably at any desired position on the pallet 15 in an automated manner via a control and / or regulating device 7.

[0061] Figure 2b differs from Figure 2a only in the sense that the turning device 1 is shown rotated by 90°. In principle, the structural design of the Figure 2a and Figure 2bshown embodiment can be applied to a turning device 1 according to the invention, wherein the fixing means 6 used can be provided in addition to the fixing means 6 according to the invention.

[0062] Figure 3a shows a schematic, perspective view of a first embodiment of a turning device 1 according to the invention. A machine frame 14 can be seen, which forms the basis for the turning device 1. Parts of a lifting unit 15 are arranged on the machine frame 14.

[0063] The lifting unit 15 comprises a drive 15a, for example in the form of an electric motor, which can drive a cable drum 15d. Cables 15b can be wound onto and unwound from the cable drum 15d. The cables 15b are connected to a bearing device 15e, whereby the turning frame 4 can be mounted on the bearing device 15e. Several deflection pulleys 15c for deflecting the cables 15b are also visible. A first double-wall section 2 is clamped in the turning frame 4. The first double-wall section 2 has lattice girders 19.

[0064] An edge formwork 17 can also be seen, in which the first double wall part 2 was manufactured.

[0065] For a turning operation, the turning frame 4 is raised via the lifting device 15. The turning frame 4 is then turned about an axis parallel to its longitudinal extent L. A drive unit 5 is provided for this purpose, but is not shown in the present figure for the sake of clarity. Finally, the turned turning frame 4 can be lowered again using the lifting device 15. The first double-wall part 2 can be inserted into a second double-wall part 3 (not shown) via the lattice girders 19 to create a double wall.

[0066] In the embodiment according to the Figure 3ba plurality of fixing elements 6 are provided, which are slidably mounted in guide carriages 9. The guide carriages 9 are in turn slidably and pivotably mounted on the turning frame 4. The fixing elements 6 are already positioned on one side and thus clamp the first double-wall part 2 on the turning frame 4. On the other side, the fixing elements are still in a pivoted position (i.e. not orthogonal to the turning frame 4) and must first be positioned by means of the adjusting device 8. For this purpose, the adjusting device 8 is slidably and pivotably mounted on the turning frame 4. It is of course also conceivable for the adjusting device 8 to be mounted next to the turning frame 4 or for a manipulator to be provided on which the adjusting device 8 is arranged or which has the adjusting device 8.

[0067] A clamping process according to this embodiment is described in the Figures 4a to 4fexplained in more detail.

[0068] The embodiment according to Figure 3b differs essentially only in the design of the adjusting device 8 and the fixing elements 6.

[0069] Here, the fixing elements 6 are again slidably mounted in the guide carriages 9. The guide carriages 9 are slidably arranged on the turning frame 4. In principle, it would be conceivable to mount the guide carriages 4 slidably and pivotably on the turning frame 4 in this embodiment as well.

[0070] The formwork 17 can be divided into a fixed edge formwork 17a, which is fixedly arranged on the pallet 16, and a variably placeable edge formwork 17b, which can be variably placed on the pallet.

[0071] A control and / or regulating device 7 is shown only schematically in these figures. The control and / or regulating device 7 can be arranged on the machine frame 14 or separately therefrom and can be in contact with the devices of the turning device 1 via a variety of known means.

[0072] On each of the guide carriages 9, an adjusting element 8a of an adjusting device 8 is arranged, via which the fixing elements 6 can be displaced relative to the guide carriages 9. A drive shaft 10a is also provided for driving the adjusting elements 8a.

[0073] The clamping process for this embodiment is described in the Figures 6a to 6c explained in more detail.

[0074] The Figures 4a to 4fshow various steps for the fully automatic clamping of a first double-wall part 2 via a turning device 4 in a schematic plan view according to the first embodiment.

[0075] A first double-walled part 2 is visible, which is arranged in a turning frame 4. Several fixing elements 6 are provided on the turning frame 4 and are slidably mounted in guide carriages 9. To limit such a displacement movement, the fixing elements 6 have grooves 6a. The guide carriages 9 are also slidably and pivotably mounted on the turning frame 4. The travel ranges of the fixing elements 6 and the guide carriages 9 are indicated by arrows.

[0076] In addition, abutments 6a can also be seen, by means of which the fixing elements 6 can be secured.

[0077] An adjusting device 8 ( Figure 4b) is mounted displaceably and pivotably on the turning frame 4. For this purpose, a guide 12 is provided, on which guide elements 8c of the adjusting device 8 are mounted. The adjusting device 8 furthermore has a gripping device 11. The possible movements of the adjusting device 8 are again indicated by arrows. The design of the adjusting device 8 according to this embodiment is shown in the Figures 5a to 5c further explained.

[0078] As in Figure 4c As can be seen, the adjusting device 8 can be positioned accordingly to grip a fixing element 6. In the Figure 4d the fixing element 6 has been gripped by means of the adjusting device 8, after which the adjusting device 6 and the fixing element 6 are connected in a movement-coupled manner.

[0079] By moving and pivoting the adjusting device, the fixing element 6 can be pivoted ( Figure 4e). Before or after pivoting the fixing element 6, the fixing element 6 together with the adjusting device 8 can be displaced along the turning frame 4 by the adjusting device 8. This allows the fixing element 6 to be positioned on the turning frame 4 depending on the geometry of the first double-wall part 2 (e.g., lattice girder 19, window 2a, or door 2b).

[0080] Via the adjusting device 8, in particular via the adjusting element 8a, the fixing element 6 can then be moved relative to the guide carriage 9 (see arrow in Figure 4e ) so that the first double wall part 2 can be braced ( Figure 4f ). This process can then be repeated for all fixing elements 6.

[0081] In particular, it is also conceivable that several such adjusting devices 8 are provided in order to accelerate a clamping process.

[0082] The Figures 5a to 5cshow such an adjusting device 8 in different positions. In Figure 5a A "starting position" is shown. A base body 8b is visible. Guide elements 8c are arranged on the base body 8b, which can be slidably mounted on a guide 12. Furthermore, a further drive device 13 is visible, by means of which the actuating device 8 can be moved along the guide 12.

[0083] The actuating device 8 comprises a gripping device 11. The gripping device 11 is designed as a jaw gripper with two gripping jaws 11a. The gripping jaws 11a can be opened or closed via actuators 11b. The actuators 11b can be designed, for example, as pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders or can be electrically operated.

[0084] The adjusting element 8 is designed here in the form of a drive wheel, which can be driven via a drive device 10. The adjusting element 8a is arranged on one of the gripping jaws 11a. The other gripping jaw 11a has guide rollers 11c.

[0085] The guide rollers 11c and the adjusting element 8a therefore form contact means via which a fixing element 6 can be contacted.

[0086] The gripping device 11 is rotatably or pivotably mounted on the base body 8b ( Figure 5b ). Preferably, a rotational movement can be performed by means of the additional drive device 13. However, it is also conceivable that an additional drive device is provided.

[0087] In Figure 5c the adjusting device 8 is shown in a position in which the gripping device 11 is closed, i.e. a fixing element 6 engages.

[0088] The Figure 6ashows a schematic side view of a part of a turning device 1 according to the second embodiment, the Figure 6b a schematic plan view thereof and the Figure 6c a schematic plan view of a part of a turning device 1 according to the second embodiment, wherein the fixing elements 6 are displaced.

[0089] Further drive devices 13 can be seen, via which the guide carriages 9 can be moved, as indicated by an arrow. The further drive devices 13 can thus position the guide carriages 9 on the turning frame 4 depending on the geometry of the first double-wall part.

[0090] An adjusting element 8a in the form of a drive wheel is provided on each guide carriage 9. The adjusting elements 8a can be driven by the drive device 10 (not shown) via a drive shaft 10a. The fixing elements 6 can be brought into contact with or out of contact with the adjusting elements 8a via a pressure roller 9a.

[0091] By driving the adjusting elements 8a, the fixing elements 6 can be adjusted relative to the guide carriages 9, so that a first double-wall part 2 is clamped to the turning frame 4 ( Figure 6c ). List of reference symbols:

[0092] 1Turning device 2First double-wall section 3Second double-wall section 4Turning frame 5Drive unit 6Fixing element 6a Abutment 6b Groove 7Control and / or regulating device 8Adjusting device 8a Adjusting element 8b Base body 8c Guide elements 9Guide carriage 9a Pressure roller 10Drive device 10a Drive shaft 11Gripping device 11a Gripping jaws 11b Actuator 11c Guide roller 12Guide 13Additional drive device 14Machine frame 15Lifting unit 15a Drive 15b Cables 15c Deflection pulley 15d Cable drum 15e Storage device 16Pallet 17Edge formwork 17a Fixed edge formwork 17b Variable positionable edge formwork 18Reinforcement 19Lattice girder

Claims

1. A turning device (1) for the construction industry for the fully automated turning of a first double-wall part (2), at least in part, into a second double-wall part (3), wherein the turning device (1) comprises - at least one turning frame (4), wherein the first double-wall part (2) can be arranged at least in part within the at least one turning frame (4), - at least one drive unit (5) for the automated rotation of the at least one turning frame (4) in space, - at least one fixing element (6) arranged on the at least one turning frame (4), with which a first double-wall part (2), arranged at least in part within the turning frame (4), can be fixed relative to the at least one turning frame (4), and - at least one control and / or regulating device (7) for controlling the at least one drive unit (5), characterized in thatthe at least one fixing element (6) is displaceably and / or pivotably attached to the at least one turning frame (4), wherein at least one adjusting device (8) is provided, via which the at least one fixing element (6) can be displaced and / or pivoted in an automated manner relative to the at least one turning frame (4).

2. Turning device according to claim 1, wherein the at least one control and / or regulating device (7) is designed to control the at least one adjusting device (8) in such a way that the at least one fixing element (6) is displaced and / or pivoted relative to the at least one turning frame (4).

3. Turning device according to one of claims 1 or 2, wherein at least one guide carriage (9) is arranged displaceably and / or pivotably on the at least one turning frame (4), wherein the at least one fixing element (6) is arranged displaceably in or on the at least one guide carriage (9).

4. Turning device according to one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the at least one adjusting device (8) has at least one adjusting element (8a), preferably a drive wheel, which can be driven via at least one drive device (10) for displacing the at least one fixing element (6) relative to the at least one turning frame (4), preferably relative to at least one guide carriage (9), preferably wherein the at least one drive device (10) can be controlled by the at least one control and / or regulating device (7).

5. Turning device according to one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the at least one adjusting device (8) comprises a gripping device (11) with which an at least temporarily movement-coupled connection can be established between the at least one fixing element (6) and the at least one adjusting device (8), preferably wherein the at least one adjusting element (8a) is part of the gripping device (11).

6. Turning device according to one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the at least one adjusting device (8) - is guided so as to be movable and / or rotatable along a guide (12) arranged on or next to the at least one turning frame (4), preferably along a longitudinal extent (L) of the at least one turning frame (4), and / or - is arranged on a manipulator or is part of a manipulator, or - is arranged on the at least one guide carriage (9).

7. Turning device according to one of claims 3 or 6, wherein at least one further drive device (13) is provided, via which the at least one adjusting device (8) and / or the at least one guide carriage (9) can be moved and / or rotated, preferably along a longitudinal extent (L) of the at least one turning frame (4).

8. Turning device according to claim 7, wherein the at least one control and / or regulating device (7) is designed to control the at least one further drive device (13) in such a way that the at least one adjusting device (8), preferably together with the at least one fixing element (6) which is at least temporarily coupled in terms of movement to the adjusting device (8), or the at least one guide carriage (9), can be positioned on the at least one turning frame (4) depending on a geometry of a first double-wall part (2).

9. Turning device according to one of claims 1 to 8, wherein a plurality of fixing elements (6), preferably along a longitudinal extent (L) of the at least one turning frame (4), are provided on the at least one turning frame (4), preferably wherein an adjusting device (8) is provided for each fixing element (6) or wherein a number of adjusting devices (8), preferably one or two adjusting devices (8), smaller than the plurality of fixing elements (6) are provided.

10. Turning device according to one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the at least one turning frame (4) and / or the at least one drive unit (5) are / is arranged on a machine frame (14), wherein it is preferably provided that the at least one turning frame (4) is designed to be rotatable relative to the machine frame (14) and / or the machine frame (14) comprises at least one lifting unit (15) for vertically lifting the at least one turning frame (4) relative to the machine frame (14) in a use state of the turning device (1).

11. Turning device according to one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the pivoting and / or displacement of the at least one fixing element (6) takes place in a plane parallel to a plane spanned by the turning frame.

12. Turning device according to one of claims 1 to 11, with at least one first double-wall part (2) arranged in the at least one turning frame (4), wherein it is preferably provided that the first double-wall part (2) - at least one, particularly preferably metallic, pallet (16) for arranging liquid concrete (B F ) on the pallet (16) and / or - at least one edge formwork (17) for the local limitation of liquid concrete (B F ) on the pallet (16) and / or - at least one reinforcement (18) for increasing the stability of the first double wall part (2) after hardening of the liquid concrete (B F ) on the pallet (16) and / or - at least one of the solid concrete (B S ) projecting lattice girder (19) for contacting a second double wall part (3), and / or - at least one on the solid concrete (B S ) arranged insulation.

13. Turning device (1) according to claim 12, wherein the first double wall part (2) comprises a fixed edge formwork (17a) adjacent to the at least one turning frame (4) and / or a separate edge formwork (17b) which can be variably placed on the pallet (33), wherein the at least one fixing element (6) comprises the fixed edge formwork (17a) and / or the variably placed edge formwork (17b) and / or the at least one lattice girder (19) and / or the solid concrete (B S ) and / or the insulation and / or the reinforcement (18) for supporting the first double wall part (2) relative to the at least one turning frame (4).

14. Method for the fully automatic clamping of a first double-wall part (2) via a turning device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythe following method steps, which are to be carried out in particular in chronological order: - the first double-wall part (2) is arranged at least in part within the at least one turning frame (4) - the at least one fixing element (6) is displaced, preferably in a direction substantially orthogonal to a longitudinal extent (L) of the turning frame (4), by the at least one control and / or regulating device (7) via the at least one adjusting device (8) - the first double-wall part (2), which is arranged at least in part within the turning frame (4), is fixed relative to the at least one turning frame (4) via the at least one displaced fixing element (6) - the at least one turning frame (4) is automatically rotated in space by the at least one drive unit (5) via the at least one control and / or regulating device (7).

15. The method according to claim 14, wherein - the at least one further drive unit (13) is controlled via the at least one control and / or regulating device (7) in such a way that the at least one adjusting device (8), preferably together with the at least one fixing element (6) which is at least temporarily coupled in terms of movement to the adjusting device (8), or the at least one guide carriage (9), is displaced depending on a geometry of a first double-wall part (2) on the at least one turning frame (4), preferably in a direction substantially parallel to a longitudinal extent (L) of the turning frame (4), and / or wherein - the at least one adjusting device (8), preferably together with the at least one fixing element (6) which is at least temporarily coupled in terms of movement to the adjusting device (8), or the at least one guide carriage (9),preferably before moving the at least one adjusting device (8) or the at least one guide carriage (9),

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