Door stop device comprising a body

Abstract

The invention relates to a door stop device comprising a body (1) adapted to be fixed to the door leaf, and housing an actuating mechanism for a stop (7) movable between a raised position and a locked position, characterized in that said actuating mechanism consists of a main wheel (5) in contact with the ground, driving an actuating mechanism controlling the movement of said stop (7). Abstract figure: Figure 2

Description

Title of the invention: Door stop device comprising a body. Field of the invention

[0001] The present invention relates to a device to be placed at the bottom of apartment doors in order to create a stop without having to drill into the floors or walls.

[0002] The function of most door stops is to stop doors at the end of their opening before they touch and damage walls, furniture, beds, baseboards, handles, which highlights the need to fix it to floors or walls to create a stop. State of the art

[0003] Prior art patent EP2281989B1 describes an example of a door stop device and analogous to one, the door comprising at least one handle and at least one lock. The handle allows the lock to be operated, the stop device being able to be placed in a stop position, in which it stops the door in the open position, and in a release position in which it does not interfere with the movement of the door and can be activated by means of the handle.

[0004] The applicant's French patent FR311685 IB 1 describes a device to be screwed to the bottom of apartment doors, which would act as a door stop. This new type of door stop can be very easily installed, without special tools, and reconfigured at will on the door, without any special drilling. It consists of a main body made of pre-drilled wood, prepared and calibrated according to the dimensions of the door, with a main drive wheel in constant contact with the floor, stabilizing springs, and a sheet metal support to be fixed to the bottom of the doors.

[0005] All current and existing models are still aesthetically far too limited, lacking personality and very similar to each other; these types of products used until now, apart from mobiles (heavy weights placed on the floor) become with time and new decorating trends, increasingly outdated and restricted; in sizes, colors, and therefore still require their users to drill into surfaces to install them.

[0006] The device according to the invention makes it possible to overcome these drawbacks. It comprises, in fact, according to a first characteristic, a combined body which may be made of metal, an alloy such as Zamak, aluminum, brass, or hard plastic. It has several pre-drilled holes, a cascade of gears, bearing shafts, and a pad. capable of blocking the movement of interior doors of all traditional dimensions and could include multiple settings for ease of use.

[0007] The new stop model, once installed; directly on the door (protruding) for the renovation model, or integrated into it for the new choice, and solid doors, allows above all: to play its primary role, stopping the door at the end of its travel, but also to maintain the clean style of the room, with clear floors, which are currently too often too common and cluttered.

[0008] According to particular embodiments:

[0009] - the product consists of a small rectangular body entirely demountable, with two removable covers, in which is placed in a single block, all the mechanics under shells, composed of 2 axial rollers, a wheel in permanent contact with the ground, a cascade of gears, and a locking pad.

[0010] - The system works exactly as described: Once installed, it is activated The door's movement causes the wheel fixed to the lower axle to rotate, which in turn drives the second axle to which the stopping pad is attached. A pre-programmed force reduction is necessary to ensure that the pad reaches the ground at the correct moment, completely locking the door at the end of its travel.

[0011] - the 2 drive shafts and the pinions remain joined for proper operation of the whole system, with total reversibility, for all different use cases (push and pull opening doors) - the system also includes a tension screw to lower or raise the entire assembly, in order to adjust the ground clearance, if necessary.

[0012] The attached drawings illustrate the invention:

[0013] [Fig-1] [Fig.1] represents the device of the invention as a whole in order to face

[0014] [Fig.2] [Fig.2] represents a perspective view of this device in the walking position

[0015] [Fig.3] [Fig.3] represents a perspective view of this device in the operating position.

[0016] With reference to these drawings, the device comprises a stop body (1), pre-molded to accommodate the housing which contains all the mechanical parts; the latter is pre-drilled at the ends for the assembly of the entire system, rollers connected to the mechanism by the cascade of gears (3). Its lower part has two windows (4) through which rotate the main wheel (2), which drives the entire system, and the pad (6) in contact with the ground when in its "locked" position.

[0017] This assembly, when in working order, retains its ease of use thanks to its deformable rubber wheel (5). The assembly would also be capable of following changes in elevation. and uneven floors thanks to its high adjustment screw (7). The main body is fixed directly to the door via pre-drilled vertical and / or horizontal holes (8), depending on the desired surface or recessed mounting. It could also be painted to match the colors of the floors or doors as closely as possible. Hundreds of models could therefore be created, even customized to the desired styles and dimensions. No more choosing based on the opening and passage; there would be a single, perfect model.

[0018] There would no longer be any problem related to the risk of puncturing technical pipes, hydraulic drains, and electrical circuits of the apartment.

[0019] No more cleaning limitations: everyone has noticed the dust traps that form behind fixed stops; the vacuum cleaner and / or broom can now easily reach all corners. In terms of safety, there will also be no more risk of tripping over it, as it is now fixed and movable with the door.

[0020] The lengths, widths, thicknesses, and drilling of the body would be predefined, according to the desired travel, opening, path, and stopping point of the door. Proper installation of this stop would simply require screwing it in the correct position on the door relative to the hinge. The major advantages of this new system are: its very simple installation, accessible to everyone; requiring only a screwdriver; it would be very discreet; it would be customizable; and it would be possible to match it to the desired colors and designs in our apartments. Not only could we vary the styles, but we could also make it completely invisible by recessing it into the bottom of the door. Daily life in the home would not change; on the contrary, everything would remain unobstructed.

[0021] By way of non-limiting example, the support will have dimensions and fixings that can vary depending on the travel and stopping distance we want for our door. It can therefore be prefabricated for doors ranging from 0.63 m to 0.93 m, also taking into account their weight. The device according to the invention is particularly intended to replace all existing traditional door stops on the market, to streamline apartment spaces, and to allow for installation without the need for any special tools.

Claims

Demands

1. Door stop device comprising a body (1) suitable for being fixed on the opening of a door, and housing an actuation mechanism for a stop (7) movable between a raised position and a locking position, characterized in that said actuation mechanism consists of a main wheel (5) in contact with the ground, driving an actuation mechanism controlling the movement of said stop (7).

2. Door stop device according to claim 1 characterized in that said actuation mechanism comprises two main axes (3) connected by a set of toothed gears (8 to 10).

3. Door stop device according to claim 1 characterized in that said main wheel (5) is made of deformable rubber.

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