Cavity floor panel

Abstract

First plate (4) for connection with a second plate (4) for the production of a cavity floor, comprising: a first protrusion (1) for receiving in a second plate (4), wherein the first protrusion (1) is formed upwards towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the plate (4).

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a panel for installing a dry raised access floor. A raised access floor is a type of floor in which a cavity is created between the floor panel and the walkable floor, for example, to provide space for cabling systems and other electrical or electronic devices. Ventilation systems can also be arranged in such a cavity. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Cavity floors are known in the state of the art and can be constructed by laying individual panels. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0003] Raised access floors are installed on a floor slab, with supports first being laid, onto which individual panels are placed. These panels are then glued together to create a stable arrangement. Installing a raised access floor therefore involves three steps: arranging supports on the floor slab, placing individual panels, and gluing the panels together. Creating a raised access floor is a time-consuming process.

[0004] In addition, the connection between the individual slabs should be designed in such a way that the load caused by human walking does not cause the slabs to drift apart. The connection between the slabs should therefore counteract the forces generated by people walking on the slabs.

[0005] It would also be advantageous if the panels could be joined together mechanically rather than glued. This would also make it possible to install temporary floor panels, for example, for a trade fair setup.

[0006] One task is therefore to provide a panel for laying a hollow floor that enables a robust and detachable connection to identical panels.

[0007] As a first embodiment of the invention, a first plate for connection to a second plate for producing a hollow floor is provided, comprising: a first elevation for reception in a second plate, wherein the first elevation is formed upwards towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the plate.

[0008] By forming the elevation towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the floor slab, the connection of the floor slabs can withstand the forces caused by people walking on the floor slabs, since the elevations and depressions in the assembled state are formed perpendicular to the force exerted when walking on the hollow floor.

[0009] As a second embodiment of the invention, a system for producing a hollow floor is provided, comprising: a first panel according to any one of claims 1 to 5 and a second panel according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the first panel is at least partially complementarily shaped to the second panel to create a detachable connection such that it counteracts the force exerted by walking on the first and / or second panel. The respective complementary formations can interlock to form a detachable mechanical connection.

[0010] Exemplary embodiments are described in the dependent claims.

[0011] According to an exemplary embodiment of the invention, a plate is provided, wherein the first plate has a second elevation for receiving in the second plate, wherein the second elevation is formed upwards towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the plate in the assembled state.

[0012] In a further embodiment of the invention, a plate is provided, the plate having a recess between the first and second elevations for connection to the second plate.

[0013] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, a plate is provided, wherein a portion of the first plate rests on a portion of the second plate.

[0014] By resting on the complementary connecting parts of the first and second panels, the elevations and depressions can be arranged perpendicular to the forces that arise when walking on the constructed hollow floor. This allows maximum mechanical strength of the hollow floor to be achieved.

[0015] According to an exemplary embodiment of the invention, a plate is provided, wherein the first plate comprises a section with two elevations which, when constructed, point upwards towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the plate, between which a depression is arranged, wherein the section is formed complementarily with a section of the second plate.

[0016] According to a further embodiment of the present invention, a plate is provided, wherein the first plate has any number of elevations which, in the assembled state, point towards the ceiling.

[0017] According to an exemplary embodiment of the invention, a plate is provided, wherein the first plate comprises two elevations which, in the assembled state, point towards the ceiling, wherein between the two elevations there is a depression whose low point, in the assembled state, points towards the floor.

[0018] One idea of ​​the invention can be considered to provide a panel for laying a raised floor, which is characterized by structural features such that additional bonding is not necessary to achieve a secure connection between the individual panels. Advantageously, individual panels are installed by pivoting or dropping them in the direction of gravity. In particular, the panels are shaped in such a way that they counteract the forces acting when walking on the raised floor constructed with the panels according to the invention.

[0019] The individual features can of course also be combined with each other, which can sometimes result in beneficial effects that go beyond the sum of the individual effects. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Further details and advantages of the invention will become clear from the exemplary embodiments shown in the drawings. Fig. 1 a hollow floor with panels 4 from above, Fig. 2 a hollow floor with panels 4 in a side view, Fig. 3 a hollow floor with panels 4 in a perspective view, Fig. 4 a cross-sectional view of two connected plates 4 with elevations 1, 2 and a depression 3. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS

[0021] Fig. 1shows a cavity floor construction with individual installed panels 4, which are connected to one another according to the invention and form the cavity floor. The cavity floor rests on the base plate 4 with cavity floor supports 5, with crossbeams or additional supports arranged at the edges of the cavity floor to improve the stability of the cavity floor. The substructure is therefore formed by supports 5, which can be reinforced in an edge area with crossbeams 4. The individual floor panels 4 can be made of metal, in particular steel or aluminum, or of wood, calcium sulfate, cement fiberboard, or anhydride.

[0022] Fig. 2 shows a side view of installed floor slabs 4 with the supports 5 on which the floor slabs 4 rest. The floor slabs 4 are connected to one another according to the invention by complementary shaped formations.

[0023] Fig. 3shows a perspective view of the floor slabs 4 resting on the supports 5. Furthermore, the arrows indicate the directions in which forces are exerted by people walking on the floor slabs 4. The direction of the forces generated in this way lies within the plane defined by the slabs 4. Therefore, a force is exerted by people walking on the floor slabs 4, particularly parallel to the floor slabs 4. Therefore, the connecting portions of the floor slabs 4 are formed according to the invention by elevations and depressions perpendicular to the slabs in such a way that they can withstand a horizontal force.

[0024] Fig. 4shows a cross section through two interconnected floor panels 4, which rest on a support 5. The left floor panel 4 has a formation with a first elevation 1 facing upwards, onto which a depression 3 and a second elevation 2 are provided, the second elevation 2 being more pronouncedly formed than the first elevation 1. As a result, the first elevation 1, which is introduced first, can provide alignment for the second elevation 2, the second elevation 2 establishing the more essential connection between the floor panels 4. The connecting elements of the floor panels 4 are therefore formed in such a way that a double connection can be established by two elevations 1 and 2. Alternatively, the connecting elements of the floor panels 4 can have any number of elevations 1, 2. The directions are always based on the drawing area.

[0025] The Figures 1 to 4depict the assembly of the panels according to the invention, with the individual panels interlocking when pivoted in or placed in place. The panels are shaped in such a way that disassembly is only possible by lifting the panels. Natural gravity therefore holds the panels in place. Gluing the individual panels together is unnecessary. This design provides direct access to the installations arranged in the cavity. The panels can have an approximately horizontal surface that engages with the respective complementary panel.

[0026] It should be noted that the term "comprising" does not exclude further elements or process steps, just as the terms "a" and "an" do not exclude multiple elements and steps.

[0027] The reference symbols used are for the sole purpose of increasing comprehensibility and are in no way to be considered as limiting, the scope of the invention being reflected in the claims. LIST OF REFERENCE SYMBOLS

[0028] 1First elevation 2Second elevation 3Depression 4Plate of a cavity floor 5Support

Claims

1. A first plate (4) for connection to a second plate (4) for producing a hollow floor, comprising: a first elevation (1) for receiving in a second plate (4), characterized in that the first elevation (1) is formed upwards towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the plate (4).

2. First plate (4) according to claim 1, characterized in that the first plate (4) has a second elevation (2) for receiving in the second plate (4), wherein the second elevation (2) is formed upwards towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the plate (4).

3. First plate (4) according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the plate (4) has a recess (3) between the first and second elevations (1, 2) for connection to the second plate.

4. First plate (4) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a section of the first plate rests on a section of the second plate (1, 2, 3).

5. First plate (4) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first plate (4) comprises a section with two elevations (1, 2) which, in the assembled state, point upwards towards the ceiling, perpendicular to the plate, between which a depression (3) is arranged, the section being formed complementarily with a section of the second plate.

6. System for producing a hollow space floor comprising a first plate (4) according to one of the preceding claims and a second plate (4) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the first plate (4) is shaped at least partially complementarily to the second plate (4) in order to produce a detachable connection in such a way that it counteracts the exertion of force by walking on the first and / or second plate (4).

7. System according to claim 6, wherein the first plate (4) has any number of elevations (1, 2) which, in the assembled state, point towards the ceiling.

8. System according to one of claims 6 or 7, wherein the first plate comprises two elevations (1, 2) which, in the assembled state, point towards the ceiling, wherein between the two elevations (1, 2) there is a depression (3) whose lowest point, in the assembled state, points towards the floor.

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