Mounting device

Abstract

A mounting device (1) for fastening at least one sanitary article, comprising two supports (2) which are spaced apart from one another and each extend along a central axis (M), and a cross member element (3) which is arranged between the supports (2) and connects the two supports (2) and has at least one fastening element (4), wherein the cross member element (3) has a lower web (34), a front web (35), and an upper web (36), wherein the lower web (34) protrudes at an angle (α) from a lower edge (37) of the front web (35), and the upper web (36) protrudes at an angle (β) from an upper edge (38) of the front web (35), wherein the at least one fastening element (4) is accessible through at least one opening (39) in the front web (35), and wherein at least one of the webs is connected at its end to the supports (2) via a welded connection.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present invention relates to a mounting device for fastening at least one sanitary article according to the preamble of claim 1. STATE OF THE ART

[0002] Mounting devices for securing sanitary ware are known from the prior art. Such mounting devices are permanently installed behind a false wall and serve to store sanitary ware, such as cisterns, toilet bowls, urinals, fittings, wash basins, control elements, electrical components, etc. For example, EP 2 662 502 discloses such a mounting device.

[0003] Although very good results can be achieved with state-of-the-art mounting devices when installed in a building, it is desirable for manufacturers to create a mounting device that can be used more flexibly. PRESENTATION OF THE INVENTION

[0004] Based on this prior art, the invention is based on the object of providing a mounting device for fastening at least one sanitary article that overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art. In particular, it is an object of the present invention to provide a mounting device for fastening at least one sanitary article that can be used more flexibly.

[0005] This object is achieved by the subject matter of claim 1. Accordingly, a mounting device for fastening at least one sanitary article comprises two supports which are spaced apart from one another and each extend along a central axis, and a cross member element which is arranged between the supports and connects the two supports and has at least one fastening element. The cross member element has a lower web, a front web and an upper web, wherein the lower web protrudes at an angle α from a lower edge of the front web and is inclined at an angle α, and wherein the upper web protrudes at an angle β from an upper edge of the front web. The at least one fastening element is accessible through at least one opening in the front web. At least one of the webs is connected to the supports at each end via a welded connection.This means that at least one of the webs selected from the group consisting of lower web, front web, and upper web is connected to the supports at each end via a welded joint. Particularly preferably, the lower web and the upper web are each connected to the supports at each end via a welded joint. In another preferred variant, the lower web, the front web, and the upper web are each connected to the supports at each end via a welded joint.

[0006] This design of the crossbar allows the front panel to be designed with a low height, allowing the space above the crossbar in the installed position to be used for the installation of additional elements that serve to supply the sanitary ware. Such elements include additional sanitary elements, electrical sockets, control devices, fans for odor extraction, etc. This allows for more flexible use.

[0007] The front bar has a front surface that, when installed, is oriented toward the sanitary ware. The sanitary ware rests on the front surface via a front panel. The front panel can be designed in various ways. When installed, the truss element is open at the rear and closed at the front by the front panel.

[0008] By arranging the lower bar and the upper bar, which protrude from the front bar, a C-profile can be created.

[0009] The welded joint between the truss element and the two supports can extend along the entire length of the lower web, the front web, or the upper web. However, the welded joint can also extend over only a portion of the specified length.

[0010] The at least one fastening element can be designed in various ways. For example, as a threaded opening directly in the truss element, as openings in the truss element, as nuts behind an opening in the truss element, or as a separate fastening part behind an opening in the truss element. Preferably, a threaded rod can be connected to the at least one fastening element. This means that the at least one fastening element is, for example, a receptacle for a threaded rod. Preferably, said fastening part is firmly connected to the truss element and is preferably located behind the front web.

[0011] Preferably, an upper free end of the upper web, which is opposite the upper edge of the front web, is at a vertical distance of 40 to 90 millimeters from the lower web.

[0012] The vertical distance is the distance in a direction parallel to the front surface of the front bar. In the installed position, the vertical distance extends vertically.

[0013] The choice of vertical spacing in this area has the advantage that the truss extends only slightly above the mounting element. This creates space for the installation of the additional elements mentioned above.

[0014] Preferably, a reference plane extends perpendicular to the center axes of the two supports and centrally through the at least one fastening element. An upper free end of the upper web, which is opposite the upper edge of the front web, is located at a vertical distance of 35 to 60 millimeters from the reference plane.

[0015] Preferably, the angle β between the front web and the upper web is between 100° and 150°. The angular inclination between the front web and the upper web increases the stability of the truss element.

[0016] Preferably, the angle α between the front web and the lower web is in the range of 80° to 100°, preferably 90°.

[0017] Preferably, the upper web and / or the lower web has a terminal section that projects parallel to the front web. The terminal section provides the aforementioned free end of the upper web. The projecting connecting section further increases the stability of the truss element.

[0018] Preferably, the front surfaces of the supports form a front plane, and the rear surfaces of the supports form a rear plane. Preferably, the truss element is positioned so that the front surface of the front web lies in said front plane. Furthermore, the upper web extends from the front plane to the rear plane. If the optional connecting section is present, its rear side lies in said rear plane. The lower web extends from the front plane to at least the rear plane.

[0019] Preferably, the mounting device further comprises a wall element formed separately from the mounting device, which can be arranged above the truss element when installed, with the wall element preferably being in contact with the truss element. The wall element can be used optionally depending on the installation situation.

[0020] The wall element is preferably made of plastic or metal. The wall element can be mounted in a variety of ways. The wall element is preferably detachably mounted, for example, via a locking and / or snap-in connection. For example, the wall element can be plugged onto the upper web. Particularly preferably, the wall element is in contact with the end section of the upper web.

[0021] Preferably, the upper web is designed in such a way that it serves to support the wall element.

[0022] Particularly preferably, the wall element is plugged onto the above-mentioned connection section.

[0023] The wall element preferably has a rear wall and an upper wall. In the installed position, the rear wall preferably runs parallel to the two central axes, and the upper wall extends at an angle δ to the rear wall, such that a construction space is created between the upper web, the end section, the rear wall, and the upper wall.

[0024] Preferably, the rear wall forms a continuation of the final section.

[0025] The installation space accommodates connection elements such as plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets, etc. When installed, the installation space is accessible from the front. The wall element shields the installation space from the rear, which is a great advantage when insulating a pre-wall structure in which the mounting device is mounted.

[0026] When installed, the installation space is accessible from the front. In other words, the installation space is designed so that it is open at the front, which simplifies the installation of the aforementioned elements.

[0027] Preferably, the rear wall of the wall element has a rear side that lies in a rear plane defined by the rear surfaces of the supports. Preferably, the upper wall of the wall element extends to a front plane defined by the front surfaces of the supports.

[0028] Preferably, the truss element has a break through the front web and the upper web. This break serves to route connecting cables.

[0029] Preferably, the wall element has an opening which is arranged such that the interruption in the traverse element continues upwards.

[0030] In a first preferred embodiment, the cross member element with the lower web, the front web, and the upper web is provided by a one-piece profile. Furthermore, the mounting device comprises a further cross member, which, in the installed position, is located below the cross member element, wherein the further cross member provides a supporting wall against which the sanitary article can be supported.

[0031] In this embodiment, the truss element is subjected to tensile stress by the sanitary article, and the additional truss is subjected to compressive stress. The additional truss is also connected to the two supports. Preferably, the truss element, the additional truss, and the two supports are made of metal and are connected to the support by a material fit, in particular via a welded joint, and / or by a positive or non-positive connection.

[0032] In a second preferred embodiment, the traverse element is provided by a front support part with a support wall on which a sanitary article can be supported and by a rear support part with a rear wall.

[0033] The front support part and / or the rear support part preferably have at least one connecting tab that protrudes at an angle, in particular at a right angle, from the support wall and / or the rear wall. The two support parts can be firmly connected to one another via the at least one connecting tab, such that, in the connected state, the support wall is spaced apart from the rear wall.

[0034] The arrangement of connecting tabs on the two support parts has the advantage of making the truss element very easy to manufacture. In particular, complex alignment work is eliminated, as the connecting tabs allow the two support parts to be positioned relative to each other and then connected to each other via the connecting tabs.

[0035] The term "permanently connectable" refers to a connection that is mechanically strong. Such a connection can be achieved through a material-to-material and / or form-fitting and / or friction-locking connection. The connection is particularly preferably a welded connection.

[0036] The distance between the supporting wall and the rear wall has the advantage that the truss element can be provided as a hollow body, which creates a high level of mechanical stability.

[0037] Preferably, the at least one connecting tab of the front support part lies in surface contact with the at least one connecting tab of the rear support part. In the connected state, the connecting tabs of the front support part and the rear support part are in surface contact with each other.

[0038] The flat contact between the two connecting tabs provides the advantage of precise positioning of the two support parts relative to each other. Furthermore, the flat contact creates a supporting effect between the two support parts. Furthermore, the fixed connection can be placed in the area of the flat contact.

[0039] Preferably, in one variant, the at least one connecting link of one support part is shorter than the at least one connecting link of the other support part. At least one weld is provided at the front end of the shorter connecting link and the surface of the longer connecting link. The shorter design of one connecting link creates space for a weld. In particular, the weld is located in the area of the surface of the longer connecting link, which has the advantage that the weld is located in a location that is well suited for a weld.

[0040] In another variant, the at least one connecting tab of one support part is preferably of the same length as the at least one connecting tab of the other support part. At least one weld is provided at the front end of one connecting tab and the surface of the other connecting tab. If the connecting tabs are of the same length, the welded joint also lies on the surface of the other connecting tab.

[0041] Preferably, the supporting wall, the rear wall, the connecting plates, and the supports define a hollow body with a cavity, with said weld point located outside the cavity. This provides good accessibility for the production of the weld point. In particular, said shorter connecting plate lies outside the cavity when connected.

[0042] Preferably, the at least one connecting tab of the front support part abuts the inner surface of the rear support part facing the front support part, thereby defining the distance between the front support part and the rear support part. Alternatively or equally, the at least one connecting tab of the rear support part abuts the inner surface of the front support part facing the rear support part, thereby defining the distance between the front support part and the rear support part.

[0043] By attaching the connecting straps to the corresponding inner surface, there is the advantage of eliminating the need for additional elements to define the distance between the two support parts. This greatly simplifies the manufacture and assembly of the truss element.

[0044] Preferably, the front support part is formed integrally with the support wall and the at least one connecting tab. Likewise, the rear support part is formed integrally with the rear wall and connecting tab.

[0045] Preferably, the two support parts are made from a single sheet metal, with the connecting tabs being bent from the support wall or rear wall. Before the bending process, the sheet metal is cut or punched to the required shape and dimensions.

[0046] Preferably, the truss element comprises a recess which provides a free space through the truss element through which a drain pipe can be passed, wherein the recess in the support parts is formed by a cutout in the support wall and the rear wall.

[0047] Preferably, the recess extends from below into the truss element and is open at the bottom. The recess can have various shapes. Particularly preferably, the recess is rectangular. Other shapes, such as V-shaped or trapezoidal, are also conceivable. Particularly preferably, the recess has straight side edges so that a connecting tab can be bent away from the supporting wall or the rear wall.

[0048] Preferably, connecting tabs extend along the side edges opposite the cutout and further connecting tabs extend along the side edges which extend from the cutout to the support.

[0049] Preferably, the connecting tabs extend over the entire length of the respective side edge from which they protrude.

[0050] Preferably, the supporting wall and the rear wall are connected to the respective support via their side edges facing the support, wherein the connecting tabs run along free side edges not connected to the support.

[0051] Preferably, the connecting straps are connected to each other via a welded joint. The truss element is preferably made of metal and is connected to the support in a materially bonded manner, in particular via a welded joint, and / or in a form-fitting or force-fitting manner. Alternatively, the truss element is made of plastic and is connected to the supports in a form-fitting and / or force-fitting manner.

[0052] Preferably, the support section extends substantially downwards with respect to the at least one fastening element in the installed position.

[0053] Preferably, the maximum extension of the truss element in the direction of the longitudinal axis of the supports is in the range from 150 mm to 500 mm, in particular in the range from 200 mm to 400 mm, particularly preferably the extension is between 275 mm and 350 mm.

[0054] Preferably, at least one, in particular each, of the supports is connected to a footrest, via which footrest the mounting device stands on a floor, wherein the footrest is preferably designed to be displaceable relative to the support and to be lockable relative to the support.

[0055] An arrangement comprises a mounting device as described above and a sanitary article mounted on the mounting device with a support surface, wherein the support surface of the sanitary article overlies parts of the support wall of the front support part.

[0056] Further embodiments are specified in the dependent claims. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0057] Preferred embodiments of the invention are described below with reference to the drawings, which are for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as limiting. In the drawings: Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a mounting device according to an embodiment of the present invention from the front; Fig. 2 is a perspective view of the mounting device according to Figure 1 from behind; Fig. 3 a front view of the mounting device according to Figure 1 from the front; Fig. 4 an exploded view of the mounting device according to Figure 1 ; Fig. 5 an exploded view of a traverse element of the mounting device according to the Figure 1 from the front; Fig. 6 an exploded view of a traverse element of the mounting device according to the Figure 1 from behind; Fig. 7 a sectional view along the section line VII-VII of the Figure 3 ; Fig. 8 another exploded view of the assembly device according to Figure 1with a wall element; Fig. 9 a view of the Figure 8 in the connected state; Fig. 10 a sectional view as Figure 7 with the wall element according to the Figures 8 and 9 ; Fig. 11 is a perspective view of a mounting device according to another embodiment of the present invention from the front; Fig. 12 is an exploded view of the embodiment of the Figure 11 with a wall element; Fig. 13 a view of the Figure 12 in the connected state; and Fig. 14 a sectional view along the section line XX of the Figure 11 . DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0058] In the Figures 1 to 10 a mounting device 1 according to an embodiment is shown and in the Figures 11 to 14A mounting device 1 according to a further embodiment is shown. Identical parts are provided with the same reference numerals. The mounting device 1 according to both embodiments serves for fastening at least one sanitary article.

[0059] In the embodiments shown, the mounting device 1 comprises two spaced-apart supports 2, each extending along a central axis M, and a cross member 3 arranged between the supports 2 and connecting the two supports 2, having at least one fastening element 4. The sanitary article is fastened to the cross member 3 on the fastening element 4. In the embodiment shown, several fastening elements 4 are arranged side by side. In the installed position, the two supports 2 typically extend in the vertical V, i.e., in the perpendicular direction. The two supports 2 are connected on the top side by a cross member 28.

[0060] In both embodiments, the truss element 3 has a lower web 34, a front web 35, and an upper web 36. The truss element 3 is designed differently in the two embodiments. The first embodiment shows an arrangement in which the truss element 3 is provided from a front support part 5 and a rear support part 7. The further embodiment shows an arrangement in which the truss element 3 is designed as a profile element.

[0061] The front web 35 has a front surface that is oriented vertically in the installed position. The front web extends from one support 2 to the other support 2, completely across the gap between the two supports 2.

[0062] The lower web 34 protrudes from a lower edge 37 of the front web 35 at an angle α. The angle α is between 80° and 100°, in particular 90°.

[0063] The upper web 36 protrudes from an upper edge 38 of the front web 35 at an angle β. The angle β is preferably in the range of 100° to 150°.

[0064] With respect to the at least one fastening element 4, the front web 35 and the upper web 36 are designed such that the cross member 3 extends upwards only to a comparatively small extent. This creates an installation space accessible from the front in the installed position. This installation space bears the reference numeral 45.

[0065] Preferably, an upper free end 40 of the upper web 36, which is opposite the upper edge 38 of the front web 35, is at a vertical distance A1 of 50 to 90 millimeters from the lower web 34. The vertical distance A1 is the distance seen at right angles to the surface of the lower web 34.

[0066] A vertical distance A2 from a reference plane RE to the upper free end 40 of the upper web 36 is preferably in a range of 35 to 60 millimeters. The reference plane RE extends perpendicular to the center axes M of the two supports 2 and centrally through the at least one fastening element 4.

[0067] The at least one fastening element 4 is accessible through at least one opening 39 in the front web 35. In the embodiment shown, several fastening elements 4 are arranged, which typically serve to receive threaded rods. The fastening elements 4 can be integrally formed on the cross member 3 or connected to the cross member 3 as an additional element.

[0068] In both embodiments, the lower web 34 and / or the front web 35 and / or the upper web 36 are each connected to the supports 2 at their ends via a welded joint. The welded joint preferably extends over the full length of the edge of the lower web 34, the front web 35, and the upper web 36 associated with the support 2. However, the welded joint can also be interrupted in sections.

[0069] In the embodiments shown, the upper web 36 further comprises a terminal section 41. The upper web 36 is oriented parallel to the front web and forms the free end of the upper web 36.

[0070] The front surface 32 of the supports 2 spans a front plane F and the rear surface 33 of the supports 2 spans a rear plane R. In both embodiments, the front web 35 lies with its front surface in the front plane F. The upper web 36 extends from the front plane F to the rear plane R. The end section 41 lies with its rear side in the rear plane R. The lower web 34 preferably also extends between the front plane F and the rear plane R. The lower web 34 can also extend through the rear plane R to the rear.

[0071] According to both embodiments, the mounting device 1 further comprises an optional wall element 42. The wall element 42 is designed separately from the mounting device 1 and can be connected to the mounting device 1. The wall element 42 essentially serves to shield the installation space above the truss element 3 from the rear. This ensures that no dirt, insulation flakes, mortar, etc. can enter the installation space above the truss element 3 from the rear during the installation process.

[0072] The wall element 42 is preferably attached to the truss element 3. Particularly preferably, the upper web 36 is designed such that it serves to support the wall element 42. This means that the wall element 42 can be connected to the upper web 36.

[0073] Preferably, the wall element 42 extends from one support 2 to the other support 2.

[0074] Preferably, the wall element 42 has a rear wall 43 and an upper wall 44. The rear wall 43 runs parallel to the central axis M, and the upper wall 44 extends at an angle δ to the rear wall 43. The rear wall 43 and the upper wall 44 extend in such a way that a construction space 45 is created between the upper web 36, the end section 41, the rear wall 43, and the upper wall 44.

[0075] The rear wall 43 has a rear side which lies in a rear plane R spanned by the rear surfaces 33 of the supports 2. The upper wall 44 extends to a front plane F spanned by the front surfaces 32 of the supports 2.

[0076] In both embodiments, the truss element 3 has a break 24, and the wall element 42 has an opening 46. The break 24 and the opening 46 are each arranged such that the break 24 continues into the opening 46. The break 24 and the opening 46 serve, for example, to pass through a flushing pipe, an electrical cable, or another element.

[0077] In both embodiments, the truss element 3 is preferably made of sheet steel, particularly through a punching process followed by a forming process. The truss element 3 is connected to the supports 2 via a welded joint, with the side edges 27 facing the supports 2 being welded to the supports 2 accordingly.

[0078] In both embodiments, the mounting device 1 further comprises two footrests 31, which are telescopically mounted in the support 2. The footrests 31 can be adjusted relative to the support 2 and locked in place at the set height.

[0079] In the embodiments shown, the supports 2 are designed as hollow profiles. The hollow profiles have a rectangular, in particular square, cross-section.

[0080] In the following, details of the embodiment according to the Figures 1 to 10 described.

[0081] As explained above, the truss element according to this embodiment is formed by a front support part 5 and a rear support part 7. The front web 35 and the upper web 36 are formed on the front support part 5. The lower web 34 is formed on the rear support part 7. When the two support parts 5, 7 are assembled, the lower web 34 comes into contact with the front web 35. A support wall 6 adjoins the front web 35 at the bottom. The front web 35 and the support wall 6 lie in the same plane and are formed integrally with one another.

[0082] The Figures 1 and 2 show the assembly device in perspective from the front and from the back. Figure 3a view from the front is shown. In the embodiment shown, the traverse element 3 has a recess 18 through which, for example, a drainpipe can be passed. The width of the recess 18, seen transversely to the center axis M of the supports 2, corresponds in the example shown to approximately one third of the total width of the traverse element 3. To the left and right of the recess 18, the traverse element 3 or the front support part 5 and the rear support part 7 extend. In other words, the recess 18 extends from an area below and opposite the at least one fastening element 4 into the traverse element 3. Seen in the installed position, the recess 18 extends from below into the traverse element 3 and is open towards the bottom.

[0083] The Figure 4then shows an exploded view of the mounting device 1. The traverse element 3 is shown here before the actual assembly and connection to the support 2. The traverse element 3 is provided by the front support part 5 with a support wall 6 and by the rear support part 7 with a rear wall 8. The sanitary article can be supported accordingly on the support wall 6. In the embodiment shown, the at least one fastening element 4 lies above the support wall 6 when viewed in the installed position. This means that the at least one fastening element 4 is subjected to tensile stress when the sanitary article is installed, and that the support wall 6 or the traverse element 3 is subjected to compressive stress.

[0084] In the embodiment shown, the front support part 5 and the rear support part 7 have at least one connecting bracket 9, 10. The connecting brackets 9, 10 protrude at right angles from the support wall 6 and the rear wall 8, respectively. Other angles are also possible. The two support parts 5, 7 are formed in one piece. This means that the connecting brackets 9, 10 are arranged integrally on the support wall 6 and the rear wall 8, respectively.

[0085] The two support parts 5, 6 can be firmly connected to one another via at least one connecting strap 9, 10. The connection is such that, in the connected state, the support wall 6 is spaced apart from the rear wall 8. The connection is made starting from the Figure 3shown in such a way that the two support parts 5, 7 are moved toward each other until the two support parts 5, 6 are positioned accordingly and can be connected via the at least one connecting tab 9, 10. The connection between the two connecting tabs 9, 10 is preferably a welded connection.

[0086] The Figures 5 and 6 then show exploded views of the truss element 2 without the supports 2. The front support part 5 and the rear support part 7 are shown individually. Figure 7 shows a sectional view along section line VI of the Figure 2 . Based on the Figures 5 to 7 Further features of the two support parts are now explained.

[0087] The front support part 5 has a cutout 19 in the support wall 6 to provide the aforementioned recess 18. The cutout 19 is formed by two opposing side edges 20. A connecting tab 9 protrudes from each of the side edges 20 at a right angle to the support wall 6. On each of the lower side edges 21, which extend from the end of the side edge 20 at the lower end of the front support part 5 to the support 2, a connecting tab 9 is arranged which protrudes at a right angle to the support wall 6. The lower side edge 21 extends essentially horizontally in the installed position. The connecting tabs 9 have a length viewed in the normal direction to the support wall 6. The length of the connecting tabs 9 protruding from the side edge 20 is greater than the length of the connecting tabs 9 protruding from the side edge 21.

[0088] On the upper side, the front support part 4 has the front web 35 and the upper web 36, as well as the at least one fastening element 4. The upper web extends rearward from the fastening elements 4 in the installed position. In the embodiment shown, the front support part 5 has a tab section 30 in the area of the fastening elements 4 above the cutout 19 and below the interruption 24, which protrudes into the cutout 19. The tab section 30 can further increase the stability of the front support part 5.

[0089] The rear support part 7 has a cutout 19 in the rear wall 8 to provide the aforementioned recess 18. The cutout 19 is formed by two opposing side edges 20. A connecting tab 10 protrudes from each of the side edges 20 at a right angle to the support wall 6. At each of the lower side edges 21, which extend from the end of the side edge 20 at the lower end of the rear support part 7 to the support 2, a connecting tab 10 is arranged, which protrudes at a right angle to the rear wall 6. The lower side edge 21 extends essentially horizontally in the installed position. The connecting tabs 10 have a length viewed in the normal direction to the support wall 6. The length of the connecting tabs 10 protruding from the side edge 20 is the same as the length of the connecting tabs 10 protruding from the side edge 21.

[0090] At the top, the rear support part 7 includes the lower web 34. The lower web 34 extends essentially at a right angle from an upper side edge 26. In the installed position, the side edge 26 extends from one support 2 to the other support 2. The lower web 34 serves to reinforce the rear support part 7 and further has openings 29 for attaching sanitary items, pipes, or other elements. The lower web 34 is welded to the sides of the supports 2.

[0091] The lower web 34 of the rear support part 7 is located at a distance from the upper web 36 of the front support part 5. This distance creates a construction space 25.

[0092] In both support parts 5, 7, the connecting tabs 9, 10 extend essentially over the entire length of the side edges 20, 21.

[0093] In the connected state, the connecting tabs 10 of the rear support part 7 abut the inner surface 17 of the front support part 5 facing the rear support part 7 and thus the distance between the front support part 5 and the rear support part 7 is defined.

[0094] In the embodiment shown, the connecting tabs 9 of the front support part 5 are shorter in the area of the lower side edge 21 than the corresponding connecting tabs 10 of the rear support part 7. This is achieved by the Figure 7 This shortened design has the advantage that a weld, in particular a weld seam, can be formed on the front end 12 of the connecting plate 9 and the surface 13 of the connecting plate 10. The weld is in the Figure 7shown by the reference numeral 11. The other connecting tabs 9, 10, which are located to the left and right of the cutout 19, are of the same length on both support parts.

[0095] When connected, the support wall 6, the rear wall 8, the connecting straps 9, 10, and the supports 2 define a hollow body 14 with a cavity 15. In other words, the truss element 3 has a cavity 15. The aforementioned welding point 11 is preferably located outside the cavity 15.

[0096] In the embodiment shown, the mounting device 1 further comprises two footrests 31, which are telescopically mounted in the support 2. The footrests 31 can be adjusted relative to the support 2 and locked in place at the set height.

[0097] In the illustrated embodiment, the supports 2 are designed as hollow profiles. The hollow profiles each have a rectangular cross-section.

[0098] In the following, details of the embodiment according to the Figures 11 to 14 described.

[0099] In the embodiment according to the Figures 11 to 14 The cross member 3 is provided as a profile. This means that the cross member 3 with the lower web 34, the front web 35, and the upper web 36 is provided as a one-piece profile. In this embodiment, the mounting device 1 has a further cross member 47, which, in the installed position, lies below the cross member 3. The further cross member 47 provides a supporting wall 6 against which the sanitary article can be supported.

[0100] In the embodiment shown, the lower web 34 projects beyond the back plane R. LIST OF REFERENCE SYMBOLS 1 Mounting device 35 front bridge 2 support 36 upper bridge 3 truss element 37 lower edge 4 Fastening element 38 upper edge 5 front support part 39 Openings in the front surface 6 retaining wall 40 free end 7 rear support part 41 Final section 8 back wall 42 Wall element 9 connecting strap 43 back wall 10 connecting strap 44 upper wall 11 Weld point 45 Installation space 12 front end 46 breakthrough 13 surface 47 traverse 14 hollow body 15 cavity 16 inner surface 17 inner surface α angle 18 recess β angle 19 Excerpt δ angle 20 Side edge of cutout A1, A2 Vertical distance 21 lower side edge M central axis 24 Interruption V vertical 25 Installation space R Rear level 26 upper side edge F Front level 27 side edge RE Reference plane 28 traverse 29 Openings 30 Tab section 31 Footrest 32 front surface 33 rear surface 34 lower bridge

Claims

1. Mounting device (1) for fastening at least one sanitary article, comprising two supports (2) which are spaced apart from one another and each extend along a central axis (M), and a cross member element (3) which is arranged between the supports (2) and connects the two supports (2) and has at least one fastening element (4), wherein the cross member element (3) has a lower web (34), a front web (35) and an upper web (36), wherein the lower web (34) protrudes at an angle (α) from a lower edge (37) of the front web (35) and the upper web (36) protrudes at an angle (β) from an upper edge (38) of the front web (35), wherein the at least one fastening element (4) is accessible through at least one opening (39) in the front web (35), and wherein at least one of the webs (34, 35, 36) is connected at its end to the Supports (2) are connected via a welded joint.

2. Mounting device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that an upper free end (40) of the upper web (36), which lies opposite the upper edge (38) of the front web (35), is at a vertical distance (A1) of 40 to 90 millimeters from the lower web (34).

3. Mounting device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a reference plane (RE) extends at right angles to the central axes (M) of the two supports (2) and centrally through the at least one fastening element (4), wherein an upper free end (40) of the upper web (36), which lies opposite the upper edge (38) of the front web (35), lies at a vertical distance (A2) of 35 to 60 millimeters from the reference plane (RE).

4. Mounting device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in thatthe angle (β) between the front web (35) and the upper web (36) is in the range of 100° and 150° and that the angle (α) between the front web (35) and the lower web (34) is between 80° and 100°, in particular 90°.

5. Mounting device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the upper web (36) has a terminal section (41) which is oriented parallel to the front web (35).

6. Mounting device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the mounting device (1) further comprises a wall element (42) which is designed separately from the mounting device (1) and which can be arranged above the traverse element (3), wherein the wall element (42) is preferably in contact with the traverse element (3).

7. Mounting device (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that the upper web (36) is designed such that it serves to support the wall element (42).

8. Mounting device (1) according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that the wall element (42) has a rear wall (43) and an upper wall (44), wherein the rear wall (43) in the installed position preferably runs parallel to the central axis (M) and wherein the upper wall (44) preferably extends at an angle (δ) to the rear wall (43) in such a way that a construction space (45) is created between the upper web (36), the end section (41), the rear wall (43) and the upper wall (44).

9. Mounting device (1) according to one of claims 6 to 8, characterized in that the rear wall (43) has a rear side which lies in a rear plane (R) spanned by the rear surfaces of the supports, and / or that the upper wall (44) extends up to a front plane (F) spanned by the front surfaces of the supports (2).

10. Mounting device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in thatthe traverse element (3) has an interruption (24) through the front web (35) and the upper web (36).

11. Mounting device (1) according to claim 10, characterized in that the wall element (42) has an opening (46) which is arranged such that the interruption (24) in the traverse element (3) continues upwards.

12. Mounting device (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the cross member element (3) with the lower web (34), the front web (35) and the upper web (36) is provided by a one-piece profile and that the mounting device (1) has a further cross member (47) which, in the installed position, lies below the cross member element (3), wherein the further cross member (47) provides a supporting wall (6) on which the sanitary article can be supported.

13. Mounting device according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 11, characterized in thatthe traverse element (3) is provided by a front support part (5) with a support wall (6) on which a sanitary article can be supported, and a rear support part (7) with a rear wall (8), wherein the front web (35) and the upper web (36) are formed on the front support part (5) and the lower web (34) on the rear support part (7).

14. Mounting device according to claim 13, characterized in that the supporting wall (6) extends downwards from at least one fastening element (4).

15. Arrangement comprising a mounting device according to one of the preceding claims and a sanitary article mounted on the mounting device with a support surface, wherein the support surface of the sanitary article overlays parts of the front support part (5) or wherein the support surface of the sanitary article overlays parts of the support wall of the front support part (5).

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