Mounting device for a sanitary basin and method for providing a sanitary basin

The mounting device addresses shape deviations in sanitary basins by using adjustable elements to apply forces transverse to the installation direction, effectively reducing deviations and ensuring proper basin function and accessory compatibility.

EP4663859A1Pending Publication Date: 2025-12-17BLANCO GMBH & CO KG
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Application Number
EP2025176619
Authority / Receiving Office
EP · EP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-06-12
Filing Date
2025-05-15
Publication Date
2025-12-17

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Technical Problem

Sanitary basins, particularly those made of composite materials, experience dimensional deviations due to temperature-induced warping during manufacturing, which affect aesthetics and functionality, and existing mounting devices fail to address these shape deviations effectively.

Method used

A mounting device with adjustable elements that allow for relative positioning of the sanitary basin and receiving device in a direction transverse to the installation direction, applying compressive and/or tensile forces to minimize shape deviations, using adjustment devices with elements like cap screws, threaded bolts, and claws to secure the basin in place.

Benefits of technology

The solution effectively reduces shape deviations by up to 5 mm, ensuring proper functioning and compatibility of accessories while providing a cost-effective, rapid, and space-saving installation process.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a mounting device (6) for a sanitary basin, such as a sink, a washbasin or the like, for insertion into a receiving device along an installation direction (15), comprising at least one adjustment device (10) with at least one adjustment element (11, 12), wherein the at least one adjustment device interacts with a first connection section of the sanitary basin and with a second connection section of the receiving device by means of the at least one adjustment element in such a way that a relative position of at least one part of the sanitary basin, in particular a side wall of the sanitary basin, and the receiving device is adjustable to each other in an adjustment direction transverse to the installation direction, wherein a compressive force and / or a tensile force can be applied to the sanitary basin in the adjustment direction by means of the at least one adjustment device.
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Description

[0001] The invention relates to a mounting device for a sanitary basin, such as a sink, a washbasin or the like, for placement in a receiving device along an installation direction.

[0002] Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for providing a sanitary basin in a receiving device along an installation direction by means of a mounting device.

[0003] Sanitary basins, especially large ones, can exhibit dimensional deviations that arise during the manufacturing process. Such deviations are particularly common in sanitary basins made of composite materials, as these are subjected to fluctuating temperatures during the manufacturing process, especially during the molding stage. During the cooling process, temperature-induced warping can cause dimensional deviations. The side walls of the sanitary basin, in particular, can bulge outwards or inwards. Such deviations can impair the aesthetics and functionality of the sanitary basin, which is why they must be minimized during installation in a suitable mounting fixture.

[0004] From DE 10 2019 201 198 A1, a mounting device for a built-in element, in particular a sink, a washbasin or the like, for insertion into a receiving device in one installation direction, is known. The mounting device serves to secure the built-in element in the receiving device. A problem with this is that this mounting device is not suitable for reducing shape deviations of the built-in element.

[0005] One object of the present invention is therefore to provide a mounting device and a method for providing a sanitary basin in a receiving device, which makes it possible to reduce shape deviations of the sanitary basin using structurally simple means.

[0006] Another object of the present invention is to provide an alternative mounting device and an alternative method for providing a sanitary basin in a receiving device.

[0007] In one embodiment, the present invention solves the aforementioned problems with a mounting device for a sanitary basin, such as a sink, a washbasin or the like, for placement in a receiving device along an installation direction, comprising at least one adjustment device with at least one adjustment element, wherein the at least one adjustment device interacts with a first connection section of the sanitary basin and with a second connection section of the receiving device by means of the at least one adjustment element in such a way that a relative position of at least one part of the sanitary basin, in particular a side wall of the sanitary basin, and the receiving device is adjustable to each other in an adjustment direction transverse to the installation direction, wherein a compressive force and / or a tensile force can be applied to the sanitary basin in the adjustment direction by means of the at least one adjustment device.

[0008] In one embodiment, the present invention solves the aforementioned problems with a method for providing a sanitary basin in a receiving device by means of a mounting device according to one of claims 1-14, comprising the steps: Arranging the sanitary basin in the receiving device, arranging the mounting device on the sanitary basin and / or the receiving device, adjusting the relative position of at least one part of the sanitary basin, in particular the side wall of the sanitary basin, and the receiving device to each other in an adjustment direction transverse to the installation direction by means of the at least one adjustment element of the at least one adjustment device, preferably in such a way that shape deviations of the sanitary basin, in particular manufacturing-related shape deviations of the sanitary basin in the adjustment direction are reduced, and fixing the sanitary basin, in particular by a material bond, for example by means of silicone. preferably wherein the mounting device remains on the sanitary basin and the receiving device after installation.

[0009] One of the advantages achieved is that deviations in the shape of the sanitary basin can be easily reduced by locally applying a compressive and / or tensile force in the adjustment direction, perpendicular to the installation direction, using at least one adjustment device. The relative position of at least a part of the sanitary basin and the mounting device can be adjusted so that the side wall has a desired contour in the adjusted state. This ensures the proper functioning of the sanitary basin. Furthermore, it guarantees the compatibility of any accessories for the sanitary basin. The mounting device serves to absorb the reaction force associated with the compressive and / or tensile force and transfer it, for example, into a base cabinet and / or a worktop. It is conceivable that the mounting device encompasses the base cabinet and / or the worktop itself.

[0010] One or more adjustment devices can be positioned, for example along a side wall of the sanitary basin, in such a way that as few adjustment devices as possible are required to reduce shape deviations. This allows for a cost-effective mounting system that enables short installation times.

[0011] The term "adjustment direction transverse to the installation direction" is to be understood in the broadest sense and refers, particularly in the claims, preferably in the description, to a direction in which the compressive and / or tensile force acts, wherein the direction has at least one directional component perpendicular to the installation direction. The angle formed by the installation direction and the adjustment direction can be between 45° and 135°, preferably between 65° and 115°, and more preferably 90°.

[0012] Further features, advantages and further embodiments of the invention are described below or become apparent therein.

[0013] According to an advantageous embodiment of the invention, the first connection section has a compressive contact surface, preferably facing away from the interior of the sanitary basin, for transmitting the compressive force, and / or a tensile contact surface, preferably facing the interior of the sanitary basin, for transmitting the tensile force, which interacts with the at least one adjustment element. This ensures a uniform distribution of force across the compressive and / or tensile contact surface, thus avoiding stress concentrations. Force transmission by contact also enables particularly fast installation. Furthermore, a space-saving mounting device can be provided.

[0014] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the receiving device has a base frame that surrounds the sanitary basin when installed, wherein the second connection section is associated with the base frame, preferably wherein the base frame can be arranged below a worktop. One of the advantages achieved thereby is that a simple structure for absorbing the reaction forces is provided.

[0015] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the base frame is made at least partially of wood and / or plastic and / or metal. The advantage of a base frame made of wood is that it is particularly easy to manufacture and cost-effective. A base frame made of plastic is particularly lightweight and therefore easy to assemble. A base frame made of metal can be provided with high rigidity and load-bearing capacity.

[0016] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one adjusting element is preferably detachably connectable to the first connection section and / or the second connection section. One of the advantages achieved thereby is that the mounting device can be quickly and easily disassembled after the sanitary basin has been installed.

[0017] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one adjusting element comprises an external thread, preferably being designed as a cap screw, threaded bolt, or setscrew. This allows the at least one adjusting element to be easily and accurately repositioned. Furthermore, a space-saving mounting device can be provided.

[0018] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the first and / or the second connection section comprises at least one fastening element, wherein the at least one fastening element includes an internal thread corresponding to the external thread and extending parallel to the adjustment direction and / or the installation direction. The advantage of this is that a particularly simple design is provided, whereby, in particular, reaction forces can be transferred directly via the internal thread of the at least one fastening element into at least one of the connection sections.

[0019] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one fastening element comprises a cylindrical section having an internal thread, preferably wherein the cylindrical section can be arranged in a recess of the first or second connection section, and preferably wherein the at least one fastening element is designed as a T-nut. This allows the at least one fastening element to be flexibly positioned at a desired location during assembly.

[0020] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one fastening element has a disc-shaped collar section, which can preferably be fixed to the first or second connection section by means of a screw and / or adhesive connection. This has the advantage that reaction forces can be transferred evenly and reliably via the contact surface between the collar section and one of the connection sections. In addition, a space-saving mounting device can be provided.

[0021] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one adjusting element has a head, in particular a disc-shaped one, at an end associated with the first connecting section, wherein the head interacts with the first connecting section to adjust the relative position. This enables particularly simple and quick assembly of the at least one adjusting element.

[0022] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the first and / or the second connection section has a tab with a passage for inserting the at least one adjustment element, in particular wherein the tab comprises the tensile contact surface. One of the advantages thereby achieved is that a secure and simple connection of the at least one adjustment element to the first and / or second connection section is provided. It is conceivable that the tab is designed as a separate component, preferably wherein the tab is fixed to the first and / or second connection section by a material-bonded connection, in particular an adhesive bond. Alternatively, the tab can be formed integrally with the first and / or second connection section.

[0023] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the passage for hanging the sanitary basin is open on one side. One of the advantages achieved by this is that quick installation of the sanitary basin is possible.

[0024] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one adjustment device comprises at least one further adjustment element, in particular comprising a claw, wherein the at least one further adjustment element can be displaced by means of the at least one adjustment element in at least one direction with a directional component along and / or against the adjustment direction such that the at least one further adjustment element can be brought into an effective connection with the first and / or second connection section, in particular the base frame, which transmits the compressive and / or tensile force. The advantage of this is that a high degree of flexibility is provided in the design of the assembly device.

[0025] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the first and / or the second connection section has at least one guide surface, wherein the at least one further adjustment element is displaceable along the at least one guide surface. This allows the at least one further adjustment element to be displaced in a particularly simple manner in the direction with a directional component in and / or against the adjustment direction. In addition, a cost-effective assembly device is provided.

[0026] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one additional adjustment element can be fixed, particularly detachably, to at least one of the connection sections. This prevents the at least one additional adjustment element from slipping during the assembly process. Thus, a particularly secure assembly device can be provided.

[0027] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one further adjustment element has at least two jointly connected subsections. The advantage of this is that movements of the further adjustment element and forces acting therein can be transmitted with particular precision.

[0028] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one adjusting element comprises a telescopic element, in particular a telescopic rod, which can be arranged along the direction of adjustment. This allows for a particularly simple and cost-effective mounting device.

[0029] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, the at least one adjusting element comprises a mounting cushion that can be filled with a medium, preferably air. The advantage of this is that the relative position can be adjusted continuously and with high accuracy.

[0030] According to a further advantageous embodiment of the invention, a change in the relative position, in particular a change in shape, of at least a part of the sanitary basin in the direction of the tensile and / or compressive force is greater than 0 mm and less than or equal to 5 mm, in particular greater than 0 mm and less than or equal to 2 mm. This makes it possible to sufficiently reduce the shape deviations and at the same time provide a space-saving mounting device.

[0031] Further important features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims, the drawings and the accompanying description of the figures based on the drawings.

[0032] It is understood that the features mentioned above and those to be explained below can be used not only in the combinations specified, but also in other combinations or on their own, without leaving the scope of the present invention.

[0033] Preferred embodiments and configurations of the present invention are shown in the drawings and are explained in more detail in the following description, wherein identical reference numerals refer to identical or similar or functionally identical components or elements.

[0034] This is shown in a schematic representation. Fig. 1 a sanitary basin with shape deviations in a top view; Fig. 2 another sanitary basin with shape deviations in a top view; Fig. 3 a mounting device according to an embodiment of the present invention in a three-dimensional, sectional view; Fig. 4 the mounting device according to the embodiment in Figure 3in a further spatial, sectional view; Fig. 5 a mounting device according to a further embodiment of the present invention in a spatial view; Fig. 6 a mounting device according to a further embodiment of the present invention in a spatial, sectional view; Fig. 7 the mounting device according to the embodiment in Figure 6 in a further spatial, sectional view; Fig. 8 the assembly device according to the embodiment in Figure 6 in a further spatial, sectional view; Fig. 9 a mounting device according to a further embodiment of the present invention in a sectional view; Fig. 10 steps of a method according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Figs. 11-14 states during the method according to the embodiment in Figure 10 in a spatial view.

[0035] The Figure 1shows a sanitary basin with shape deviations in a top view.

[0036] In Figure 1 A sanitary basin 1 with a rectangular base 2 is shown. The two long side walls 3 exhibit shape deviations 4 with outwardly directed bulges. The shape deviations 4 are most pronounced in the middle of the long side walls 3 and in the area of ​​one upper edge 5 of the long side walls 3. Such shape deviations 4 can occur, in particular, in sanitary basins 1 made of plastic during the manufacturing process. To reduce the shape deviations 4, the assembly device 6 (see [reference]) can be used during the assembly of the sanitary basin 1. Figure 3 ) a force 8, in particular one on an outside 7 (see Figure 3 The compressive force 8a acting on the side walls 3 is applied in an adjustment direction 9 at the center of the long side walls 3. The adjustment direction 9 runs inwards with respect to the sanitary basin 1.

[0037] The Figure 2 shows another sanitary basin with shape deviations in a top view.

[0038] At the in Figure 2 The sanitary basin 1 shown exhibits shape deviations 4 with inwardly directed bulges on its long side walls 3. To reduce these shape deviations 4, the mounting device 6 (see figure) can be used during the installation of the sanitary basin 1. Figure 3 ) a force 8, in particular one on an outside 7 (see Figure 3 The tensile force 8b acting on the side walls 3 is applied in an adjustment direction 9 in the center of the long side walls 3. The adjustment direction 9 runs outwards with respect to the sanitary basin 1.

[0039] The Figure 3 shows a mounting device according to an embodiment of the present invention in a spatial, sectional view before the adjustment device is actuated and the Figure 4shows the assembly device according to the embodiment in Figure 3 in a further, spatially sectioned view after the adjustment device has been activated.

[0040] The in Figure 3 The illustrated assembly device 6 comprises an adjustment device 10 with an adjustment element 11 and a further adjustment element 12, wherein the adjustment device 10 interacts with a first connection section 13a of the sanitary basin 1 and with a second connection section 13b of a receiving device 14 by means of the adjustment elements 11, 12 such that a relative position of at least a part of the sanitary basin 1, in particular a side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1, and the receiving device 14 to each other in an adjustment direction 9 (see Figure 4 ) perpendicular to an installation direction 15 (see Figure 4 ) is adjustable. A pressure force 8a can be applied using the adjusting elements 11, 12 (see Figure 4) can be applied to the sanitary basin 1 in the adjustment direction 9.

[0041] The receiving device 14 has a base frame 16 that surrounds the sanitary basin 1 when installed, with the second connection section 13b being assigned to the base frame 16. The base frame 16 is arranged below a worktop 17.

[0042] The adjusting element 11 is designed in the form of a cap screw 11a. To secure the cap screw 11a, the first connecting section 13a has a fastening element 18, wherein the fastening element 18 comprises an internal thread (not shown) corresponding to the external thread 19 of the cap screw 11a and extending parallel to the installation direction 15. The internal thread is cut and / or formed, in particular, when the cap screw 11a is screwed in. For this purpose, the cap screw 11a can be designed as a thread-forming and / or thread-tapping screw. The fastening element 18 is fixed in the area of ​​an upper edge 5 of the side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1. For example, a screw connection, an adhesive connection, or a connection using one or more expansion elements is suitable for securing the fastening element 18.

[0043] The further adjustment element 12 comprises a claw 21 and can be displaced by means of the head screw 11a in a direction 22 with a directional component 22a opposite to the adjustment direction 9, such that the further adjustment element 12 can be brought into an effective connection with the base frame 16 of the second connection section 13b, transmitting the compressive force 8a. The second connection section 13b has a guide surface 23 for this purpose, along which the claw 21 of the further adjustment element 12 can be displaced.

[0044] The additional adjustment element 12 also includes an eyelet section for positioning the additional adjustment element 12 below a head drive 25 of the head screw 11a. When the head screw 11a is screwed in, the additional adjustment element 12 shifts in the screwing direction. The claw 21 is thereby shifted along the guide surface 23 in a direction 22 with a directional component 22a opposite to the adjustment direction 9 (compare Figure 4In other words, the claw 21 is deflected outwards with respect to the sanitary basin 1 and then engages in the base frame 16, so that the compressive force 8a acts on the side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1. The compressive force 8a is here a force component of a total force 26 acting on the side wall 3. Figure 4 The mounting device 6 is shown in a state in which the further adjusting element 12 engages in the base frame 16.

[0045] The Figure 5 shows a mounting device according to a further embodiment of the present invention in a spatial view.

[0046] The in Figure 5The illustrated mounting device 6 has an adjusting element 9 and a fastening element 18. The adjusting element 9 comprises a threaded bolt 11b with an internal hexagon drive 27 at one end and a disc-shaped head 28 with a rubber coating at the other end. The adjusting element 9 can be detachably connected to the second connection section 13b, in particular a base frame 16, via the fastening element 18. For this purpose, the fastening element 18 is designed as a T-nut 18a. The T-nut 18a has a cylindrical section 29 with an internal thread 20 (see figure). Figure 7 ) which corresponds to the external thread 19 of the threaded bolt 11b.

[0047] The cylindrical section 29 is in a recess 30 (see Figure 6) of the second connection section 13b. The fastening element 18 can be arranged in the base frame 16 such that the internal thread 20 extends parallel to the adjustment direction 9. Thus, the adjustment element 11 can also be arranged along the adjustment direction 9 and moved such that a pressure force 8a can be applied to the sanitary basin 1 in the adjustment direction 9 by means of the adjustment element 11. The pressure force 8a is transmitted by the disc-shaped head 28 via a pressure contact surface 32 facing away from an interior 31 of the sanitary basin 1 (see Figure 6 ) of the first connection section 13a to the sanitary basin 1.

[0048] The Figure 6 shows a mounting device according to a further embodiment of the present invention in a spatial, sectional view, which Figure 7 shows the assembly device according to the embodiment in Figure 6 in another spatial, sectional view and the Figure 8 shows the assembly device according to the embodiment in Figure 6 in another spatial, sectional view.

[0049] The assembly device 6 has an adjustment device 10 with an adjustment element 11, which is designed as a threaded bolt 11b with an internal hexagon drive 27 at one end and a disc-shaped head 28 at the other end. The adjustment element 11 is detachably connected to a fastening element 18 fixed to the second connection section 13b of a receiving device 14. The fastening element 18 has a cylindrical section 29 with an internal thread 20 and a disc-shaped collar section 33. The cylindrical section 29 is arranged in a recess 30 of the second connection section 13b. The collar section 33 is, as shown in Figure 7As can be seen, the second connection section 13b is fixed by means of a screw connection with several screws 34. The internal thread 20 and, accordingly, the adjusting element 11 extend parallel to the adjustment direction 9.

[0050] The disc-shaped head 28 of the adjusting element 11 interacts with the first connection section 13a to adjust the relative position of a side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1 and the receiving device 14 to each other in an adjustment direction 9 transverse to the installation direction 15. The first connection section 13a has a pressure contact surface 32 facing away from an interior 31 of the sanitary basin 1 for transmitting the compressive force 8a and a tensile contact surface 35 facing an interior 31 of the sanitary basin 1 for transmitting the tensile force 8b. The first connection section 13a of the sanitary basin 1 has a tab 36 with a passage 37 open on one side for inserting the adjusting element 11, the tab 36 encompassing the tensile contact surface 35. When the tensile force 8b is transmitted, a rear side 38 of the disc-shaped head 28 rests against the tensile contact surface 35 (see Figure 8 ).

[0051] The Figure 9shows a mounting device according to a further embodiment of the present invention in a sectional view.

[0052] The assembly device 6 according to Figure 9 The device comprises an adjustment mechanism 10 with an adjustment element 11 and a further adjustment element 12, wherein the adjustment mechanism 10 interacts with a first connection section 13a of the sanitary basin 1 and with a second connection section 13b of the receiving device 14 by means of the adjustment element 11 such that the relative position of at least a part of the sanitary basin 1, in particular a side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1, and the receiving device 14 relative to each other can be adjusted in an adjustment direction 9 transverse to the installation direction 15. A compressive or tensile force 8a, 8b can be applied to the sanitary basin 1 in the adjustment direction 9 by means of the adjustment element 11.

[0053] The receiving device 14 has a worktop 17 which, when installed, surrounds the sanitary basin 1, with the second connection section 13b being assigned to the worktop 17.

[0054] The adjusting element 11 is designed in the form of a cap screw 11a. To secure the cap screw 11a, the first connecting section 13a has a fastening element 18, wherein the fastening element 18 comprises an internal thread 20 corresponding to the external thread 19 of the cap screw 11a and extending parallel to the installation direction 15. The fastening element 18 is located in the area of ​​an upper edge 5 of the side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1 and is formed integrally with the sanitary basin 1. In other words, the side wall 3 has a blind hole 39 with the internal thread 20.

[0055] The further adjusting element 12 can be displaced by means of the head screw 11a in a direction 22 with a directional component 22b along and in a direction 22 with a directional component 22a opposite the adjustment direction 9 such that the further adjusting element 12 can be brought into an effective connection with the first and the second connecting sections 13a, 13b that transmits the compressive or tensile force 8a, 8b. The further adjusting element 12 is fixed to the first and the second connecting sections 13a, 13b by means of a fixing section 40a, 40b, in particular by means of a screw or adhesive connection.

[0056] The further adjustment element 12 also includes an eyelet section 24 arranged centrally between the fixing sections 40a, 40b for positioning the further adjustment element 12 below a head drive 25 of the head screw 11a. An intermediate element 41a, 41b is arranged between the eyelet section 24 and each fixing section 40a, 40b. The intermediate elements 41a, 41b are each connected on both sides to the eyelet section 24 and the fixing sections 40a, 40b via joints 42. A nut 43 is welded to the head screw 11a on a side facing away from the head drive 25 of the head screw 11a. The further adjusting element 12 can be displaced via the joints 42 by means of a force redirection occurring as a result of screwing the adjusting element 11 in or out, such that a tensile or compressive force 8b, 8a acts on the connecting sections 13a, 13b.In other words, when the adjusting element 11 is screwed in, the further adjusting element 12 contracts, creating a tensile force 8b in the further adjusting element 12. When the adjusting element 11 is unscrewed, the further adjusting element 12 is pushed apart, creating a compressive force 8a in the further adjusting element 12. The adjusting element 11 is guided through an elongated hole in the further adjusting element 12.

[0057] The Figure 10 shows steps of a method according to an embodiment of the present invention and the Figures 11 to 14 show states during the process according to the embodiment in Figure 10 in a spatial view.

[0058] The Figures 10 to 14 This concerns the installation of a sanitary basin into a receiving device along an installation direction using a mounting device.

[0059] In a first step S1, the sanitary basin 1 is positioned in the receiving device 14. The receiving device 14 is, as shown in Figure 11 The sanitary basin 1 is arranged in a base cabinet 44 of a sanitary installation and comprises a surrounding base frame 16. The sanitary basin 1 is inserted into the receiving device 14 from above along an installation direction 15 (compare Figure 12 ).

[0060] In the next step S2, the mounting device 6 is arranged on the sanitary basin 1 and the receiving device 14, i.e., on the base frame 16. In this embodiment, two adjustment devices 10 are provided on each long side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1. Figure 13 It is shown that a worktop 17 is then placed on the base cabinet 44.

[0061] In step S3, the relative position of the respective side wall 3 of the sanitary basin 1 and the receiving device 14 is adjusted to each other in an adjustment direction 9 transverse to the installation direction 15 by means of the two adjustment devices 10 such that manufacturing-related shape deviations 4 with outwardly directed bulges of the sanitary basin 1 in the adjustment direction 9 are reduced. Compressive forces 8a are applied to the side walls 3 in this process.

[0062] Finally, the sanitary basin 1 is fixed to the worktop 17 using an adhesive or sealant, for example silicone (step S4) and the mounting device 6 is removed from the sanitary basin 1 and the receiving device 14 (step S5).

[0063] In summary, at least one embodiment of the present invention may have at least one of the following features and / or may provide at least one of the following advantages: Reduced dimensional deviations. Cost-effective and rapid assembly. Reduced assembly effort. Compact design. Uniform force distribution: Simple manufacturing. High rigidity and load-bearing capacity. High accuracy.

[0064] Although the present invention has been described using preferred embodiments, it is not limited to these, but can be modified in many ways. Reference symbol list

[0065] 1 Sanitary basin 2 Base area 3 Side wall 4 Shape deviation 5 Top edge 6 Mounting device 7 Outside 8 Force 8a Compressive force 8b Tensile force 9 Adjustment direction 10 Adjustment device 11 Adjustment element 11a Head screw 11b Threaded bolt 12 Further adjustment element 13a First connection section 13b Second connection section 14 Receiving device 15 Installation direction 16 Base frame 17 Worktop 18 Fastening element 18a Insert nut 19 External thread 20 Internal thread 21 Claw 22 Direction 22a Directional component opposite to the adjustment direction 22b Directional component along the adjustment direction 23 Guide surface 24 Eyelet section 25 Head drive of the head screw 26 Total force 27 Internal hexagon drive 28 Disc-shaped head 29 Cylindrical section 30 Recess 31 Interior of the sanitary basin 32 Pressure contact surface 33 Disc-shaped collar section 34 Screw 35 Tensile contact surface 36 Tab 37 Passage 38 Back of the disc-shaped head 39 Blind hole 40a, 40b Fixing section 41a,41b Intermediate element 42 Joint 43 Nut 44 Base cabinet , S1-S5 Steps of the procedure

Claims

1. Mounting device (6) for a sanitary basin (1), such as a sink, a washbasin or the like, for placement in a receiving device (14, 16, 17) along an installation direction (15), comprising at least one adjusting device (10) with at least one adjusting element (11, 12), wherein the at least one adjusting device (10) interacts with a first connection section (13a) of the sanitary basin (1) and with a second connection section (13b) of the receiving device (14, 16, 17) by means of the at least one adjusting element (11, 12) such that a relative position of at least one part of the sanitary basin (1), in particular a side wall (3) of the sanitary basin (1), and the receiving device (14, 16, 17) relative to each other is adjustable in an adjusting direction (9) transverse to the installation direction (15),wherein a compressive force (8a) and / or a tensile force (8b) in the adjustment direction (9) can be applied to the sanitary basin (1) by means of at least one adjustment device (10).

2. Mounting device (6) according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that the first connection section (13a) has a pressure contact surface (32) facing away from an interior (31) of the sanitary basin (1) for transmitting the pressure force (8a) and / or a tensile contact surface (35) facing an interior (31) of the sanitary basin (1) for transmitting the tensile force (8b), which interacts with the at least one adjustment element (11, 12).

3. Mounting device (6) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by the fact thatthe receiving device (14) has a base frame (16) that surrounds the sanitary basin (1) when installed, wherein the second connection section (13b) is assigned to the base frame (16), preferably wherein the base frame (16) can be arranged below a worktop (17), preferably wherein the base frame (16) is made at least partially of wood and / or plastic and / or metal.

4. Mounting device (6) according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized by the fact that that at least one adjusting element (11, 12) is preferably detachably connectable to the first connecting section (13a) and / or the second connecting section (13b).

5. Mounting device (6) according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by the fact thatthe at least one adjusting element (11, 12) comprises an external thread (19), preferably wherein the at least one adjusting element (11, 12) is designed as a cap screw (11a), threaded bolt (11b) or grub screw, preferably wherein the first and / or the second connecting section (13a, 13b) have at least one fastening element (18), wherein the at least one fastening element (18) comprises an internal thread (20) corresponding to the external thread (19) with an extension parallel to the adjustment direction (9) and / or to the installation direction (15).

6. Mounting device (6) according to claim 5, characterized by the fact thatthe at least one fastening element (18) comprises a cylindrical section (29) having the internal thread (20), preferably wherein the cylindrical section (29) can be arranged in a recess (30) of the first or second connecting section (13a, 13b), preferably wherein the at least one fastening element (18) is designed as a threaded insert (18a).

7. Mounting device according to claim 5 or 6, characterized by the fact that the at least one fastening element (18) has a disc-shaped collar section (33) which can preferably be fixed to the first or second connection section (13a, 13b) by means of a screw and / or adhesive connection.

8. Mounting device (6) according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized by the fact thatthe at least one adjusting element (11, 12) has a head (28) at an end associated with the first connecting section (13a), in particular a disc-shaped head, wherein the head (28) cooperates with the first connecting section (13a) to adjust the relative position.

9. Mounting device (6) according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized by the fact that the first and / or the second connection section (13a, 13b) has a tab (36) with a passage (37) for inserting the at least one adjusting element (11), in particular wherein the tab (36) comprises the tensile contact surface (35), preferably wherein the passage (37) for hanging the sanitary basin (1) is open on one side.

10. Mounting device (6) according to claim 5, characterized by the fact thatthe at least one adjustment device (10) has at least one further adjustment element (12), in particular comprising a claw (21), wherein the at least one further adjustment element (12) can be displaced by means of the at least one adjustment element (11) in at least one direction (22) with a directional component (22b, 22a) along and / or against the adjustment direction (9) such that the at least one further adjustment element (12) can be brought into an effective connection with the first and / or second connection section (13a, 13b), in particular the base frame (16), transmitting the compressive and / or tensile force (8a, 8b), preferably wherein the first and / or the second connection section (13a, 13b) has at least one guide surface (23), wherein the at least one further adjustment element (12) can be displaced along the at least one guide surface (23).

11. Mounting device (6) according to claim 10, characterized by the fact thatthat at least one further adjustment element (12) can be fixed on at least one of the connection sections (13a, 13b), in particular detachably.

12. Mounting device (6) according to one of claims 10 to 11, characterized by the fact that which has at least one further adjustment element (12) and at least two jointly connected subsections (40a, 40b, 25, 41a, 41b).

13. Mounting device (6) according to one of claims 1 to 12, characterized by the fact that the at least one adjustment element (11, 12) comprises a telescopic element, in particular a telescopic rod, which can be arranged along the adjustment direction (9) and / or the at least one adjustment element (11, 12) comprises a mounting cushion which can be filled with a medium, preferably air.

14. Mounting device (6) according to one of claims 1 to 13, characterized by the fact thata change in the relative position, in particular a change in shape, of at least part of the sanitary basin (1) in the direction of the tensile and / or compressive force, greater than 0 mm and less than or equal to 5 mm, in particular greater than 0 mm and less than or equal to 2 mm.

15. Method for providing a sanitary basin (1) in a receiving device (14, 16, 17) by means of a mounting device (6) according to any one of claims 1-14, comprising the steps: - arranging (S1) the sanitary basin (1) in the receiving device (14, 16, 17), - arranging (S2) the mounting device (6) on the sanitary basin (1) and / or the receiving device (14, 16, 17), - adjusting (S3) the relative position of at least a part of the sanitary basin (1), in particular the side wall (3) of the sanitary basin (1), and the receiving device (14, 16, 17) to each other in an adjustment direction (9) transverse to the installation direction (15) by means of the at least one adjustment element (11, 12) of the at least one adjustment device (10), preferably such that shape deviations (4) of the sanitary basin (1), in particular manufacturing-related shape deviations (4) of the sanitary basin (1) in the adjustment direction (9), be reduced, and - fixing (S4) of the sanitary basin (1), in particular materially bonded,for example by means of silicone, preferably wherein the mounting device (6) remains on the sanitary basin (1) and the receiving device (14, 16, 17) after assembly (S5).

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