Bathing facility including a distribution floor

Abstract

A bathing device (1) comprising a frame (10) defining a basin (2) configured to hold a water volume of less than 5 m³ and a technical housing (3) in which a treatment system (4) is mounted, configured to treat the water in the basin (2), the frame (10) incorporating a load-bearing floor (9) comprising a plurality of parallel reinforcing beams to distribute the weight of the basin (2). Figure 2

Description

Title of the invention: Bathing device comprising a distribution floor. Technical field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of bathing and more particularly to a bathing device comprising a pool for users to relax in. The bath can notably be used with water that can reach a temperature of 35°C.

[0002] In the prior art, a bathing device is already known from patent application US2019 / 0257103A1. Such a bathing device comprises an outer enclosure, for example, round in shape, in which a basin configured to receive water is mounted. The bathing device further comprises a treatment system, such as a pump or filter, for treating the water in the basin. As is known, the treatment system generates noise and extends externally to the outer enclosure, which affects the overall aesthetic appearance and induces significant noise that disturbs the rest of the users.

[0003] Such a bathing device has a high mass and it is necessary to install the bathing device on a reinforced surface. Therefore, such a device is not suitable for installation in an urban environment, in particular on a rooftop terrace.

[0004] The invention thus aims to eliminate at least some of these disadvantages by proposing a new type of bathing device that can be installed in an urban environment, in particular on a roof terrace. PRESENTATION OF THE INVENTION

[0005] The invention relates to a bathing device comprising a frame defining a basin configured to receive a volume of water less than 5m3 and a technical housing in which is mounted a treatment system configured to treat the water of the basin, the frame integrating a distribution floor comprising a plurality of parallel reinforcing beams so as to distribute the weight of the basin.

[0006] Thanks to the load-bearing floor, the weight of the pool is distributed over a larger area than the pool itself, particularly under the technical housing. This reduces and evens out the average weight per square meter, thus allowing the swimming system to be installed on a rooftop terrace or similar structure. Installation constraints are therefore reduced while maintaining a highly aesthetic exterior appearance. Furthermore, the presence of multiple reinforcing beams allows for easy installation of the load-bearing floor due to its modular design.

[0007] According to one aspect, the bathing device comprises an outer ring surrounding the frame, the outer ring being offset from the frame, the outer ring concealing the distribution floor. Thus, the outer ring is used to conceal the distribution floor. The bathing device remains unchanged with or without a distribution floor.

[0008] Depending on one aspect, the distribution floor has a thickness of between 9cm and 20cm. This allows for practical integration with the chassis.

[0009] According to one aspect, the load-bearing floor extends over more than 90% of the floor area occupied by the frame. This allows for optimal distribution of the weight of the pool.

[0010] According to one aspect, the reinforcing beams are spaced between 40cm and 60cm apart. Such a spacing ensures optimal load transfer while limiting the number of reinforcing beams.

[0011] According to one aspect, the outer belt is moved away from the frame so as to delimit at least one functional space, the functional space being closed by a curb connecting the frame to the outer belt.

[0012] The formation of an outer ring with a functional space facilitates the assembly and replacement of the outer ring. Furthermore, such a functional space allows for the installation of ancillary equipment such as lighting. Finally, the functional space advantageously creates a thermal insulation volume to limit heat loss from the pool. In addition, the functional space allows for the creation of a ventilation space in which the thermal heat from the treatment system is used for thermal insulation purposes.

[0013] According to one aspect, the water volume is less than 5 m³, preferably 1 lm³. This limits water consumption while maintaining a small volume, thus allowing installation in many locations. This small water volume also allows for rapid and energy-efficient heating.

[0014] According to one aspect, the reinforcing beams extend transversely to the axis along which the bathing device extends. This improves the load distribution while benefiting from shorter reinforcing beams to facilitate assembly and installation.

[0015] According to one aspect, the bathing device, with the basin filled, is configured to exert a support weight of less than 250kg per m2.

[0016] Depending on one aspect, the number of reinforcing beams is between 5 and 8. PRESENTATION OF THE FIGURES

[0017] The invention will be better understood upon reading the following description, given by way of example, and referring to the following figures, given by way of example. non-exhaustive, in which identical references are given to similar objects.

[0018] Fig. 1 is a schematic representation of a bathing device according to one embodiment with a distribution floor.

[0019] Fig. 2 is a schematic representation of the chassis of the bathing device.

[0020] Figure 3 is a schematic longitudinal cross-sectional representation of a device swimming area without a load-bearing floor.

[0021] Fig. 4 is a schematic lateral cross-sectional representation of the bathing device without a distribution floor.

[0022] Fig. 5 is a close schematic representation of the foot assembly for the lower mounting of a cover panel.

[0023] Fig. 6 is a schematic representation of the chassis after the mounting of the support elements.

[0024] Fig. 7 is a schematic representation of a support member.

[0025] Figure 8 is a schematic representation of the chassis after the assembly of the coping stone.

[0026] Fig. 9 is a schematic representation of a step in the assembly of a cover panel.

[0027] Fig. 10 is a schematic representation of a retaining tab for the cover panel.

[0028] Fig. 11 is a schematic representation of a step in the assembly of a damping and shim joint allowing the elimination of play.

[0029] The [Fig. 12] is a schematic representation of the mounting of a lighting device in the functional space.

[0030] Fig. 13 is a schematic representation of a bathing device with a first type of cover panels.

[0031] Fig. 14 is a schematic representation of a bathing device with a second type of cover panels.

[0032] Fig. 15 is a schematic lateral cross-sectional representation of a bathing device with a distribution floor.

[0033] Fig. 16 is a schematic top view representation of a distribution floor.

[0034] It should be noted that the figures set out the invention in detail to implement the invention, said figures being of course able to serve to better define the invention where appropriate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0035] The invention relates to a bathing device, in particular, capable of accommodating up to 6 people. With reference to [Fig. 1], the bathing device 1 comprises a basin 2 configured to receive a volume of water less than 5m3, preferably 1m3.

[0036] The bathing device 1 extends longitudinally along an X axis oriented from back to front, laterally along a Y axis oriented from left to right and vertically along a Z axis oriented from bottom to top.

[0037] Preferably, the bathing device 1 has a length between 250cm and 400cm, a width between 156cm and 250cm and a height between 60cm and 85cm.

[0038] With reference to [Fig. 2], the bathing device 1 comprises a frame 10 defining a basin 2 configured to receive the volume of water and a technical housing 3 in which a treatment system 4 is mounted, configured to treat the water of the basin 2. With reference to Figures 3 and 4, the bathing device 1 further comprises an outer ring 7 surrounding the frame 10. The outer ring 7 is set back from the frame 10 so as to delimit a functional space EF, the functional space EF being closed by a coping 5 connecting the frame 10 to the outer ring 7.

[0039] The various elements of the bathing device 1 will now be presented.

[0040] With reference to [Fig. 2], the frame 10 comprises vertical walls, in particular made by assembling aluminum profiles, forming an internal ring. The frame 10 also comprises a vertical partition wall 10S, at the interface between the pool 2 and the technical housing 3, which has openings to accommodate the suction and return inlets for water circulation and treatment. In this example, as illustrated in [Fig. 2], the partition wall 10S has two water return inlets and two water suction inlets. The upper water suction inlet is in the form of a skimmer.

[0041] With reference to [Fig. 2], the pool 2 has a length between 160 cm and 300 cm, a width between 120 cm and 220 cm, and a height between 60 cm and 85 cm. As illustrated in [Fig. 1], the pool 2 includes an internal step 22 to allow users to sit down. A liner 21 is fitted in the pool 2 to ensure its watertightness. The fitting of the liner 21 will be shown later.

[0042] In this example, with reference to [Fig. 2], the bathing device 1 includes a technical housing 3 mounted at the rear end of the pool 2, extending from the latter. The technical housing 3 also has a rectangular shape in this example.

[0043] In this example, the technical housing 3 has the same height and width as the basin 2. Preferably, the technical housing 3 has a length between 60 cm and 100 cm.

[0044] A treatment system 4, configured to treat the water in the basin 2, is mounted in the technical housing 3. In this example, the treatment system 4 is configured to filter the water and also to heat it. To this end, the treatment system 4 comprises a water circuit connected on one side to one or more water outlets and on the other side to one or more water inlets. The water circuit includes a filtration element, here connected to the upper water outlet, which is in the form of a filtration element known as a "filtering skimmer".

[0045] The treatment system 4 further comprises a drive pump and a water heating element, preferably an electric heater to limit noise. The technical housing 3 further comprises an electrical box to supply power to the drive pump and the electric heater. Preferably, a temperature probe is provided to allow regulation of the water temperature.

[0046] According to one aspect, the treatment system 4 may also include an overflow system configured to discharge excess water outside the bathing device 1 or into an integrated tank, for example, when too many users are present in the bath 2 simultaneously.

[0047] With reference to [Fig. 2], the frame 10 includes ventilation openings 11 fluidly connecting the technical housing 3 to the functional space EF so as to allow the evacuation of heat from the treatment system 4, in particular, from the pump. The thermal heat from the treatment system 4 is used for thermal insulation of the basin 2, which reduces the heating requirement for the basin water.

[0048] With reference to [Fig. 1], the technical housing 3 is closed by a closure panel 31 which extends, preferably, in the continuation of the coping 5. The closure panel 31 has a hatch to allow maintenance access.

[0049] Preferably, the closing panel 31 includes a control box for the processing system 4.

[0050] The frame 10 extends advantageously under the basin 1 but also under the technical housing 3. The frame 10 thus has a surface area greater than that of the basin 1.

[0051] The invention is remarkable in that the frame 10 incorporates a distribution floor 9 as illustrated in [Fig. 2]. With reference to Figures 15 and 16, the distribution floor 9 comprises a plurality of parallel reinforcing beams 90 so as to distribute the weight of the basin 2. Advantageously, the frame 10 occupies a larger floor area than the basin 2, thus providing a greater floor area for distributing the mass of the basin 2 with the distribution floor 9.

[0052] The use of a distribution floor 9 makes it possible to distribute the forces homogeneously in the bathing device 1 without specifically reinforcing the surface on which the bathing device 1 is positioned. Thus, the bathing device 1, with the basin 2 filled, is configured to exert a support weight of less than 250kg per m2.

[0053] According to one aspect, with reference to [Fig. 16], the distribution floor 9 has a thickness H90 between 9 cm and 20 cm. Such a distribution floor 9 has a low thickness, which does not affect the overall dimensions of a traditional bathing device 1 without a distribution floor 9. The aesthetic appearance is therefore not compromised.

[0054] According to a preferred aspect, with reference to [Fig. 15], the distribution floor 9 extends over more than 90% of the floor area occupied by the chassis 10, preferably over the entire floor area occupied by the chassis 10. Advantage is taken of the large floor area, in particular that related to the technical housing 3 to distribute the mass related to the basin 2.

[0055] Preferably, the reinforcing beams 90 are spaced at a distance E9 of between 40 cm and 60 cm. Preferably, each reinforcing beam 90 extends according to the width of the bathing device 1. Preferably, each reinforcing beam 90 has a length substantially equal to the width of the bathing device 1.

[0056] Preferably, each reinforcing beam 90 is metallic. Preferably, each reinforcing beam 90 has a length L90 between 150cm and 180cm.

[0057] With reference to [Fig. 15], the distribution floor 9 comprises a stack including a lower wall 91 which has substantially the surface area of ​​the bathing device 1, a plurality of support beams 90 and an upper wall 92 which extends under the frame 10, i.e., under the pool 2 and the technical housing 3.

[0058] As illustrated in Figures 3 and 4, which depict a bathing device 1 without a load-bearing floor 9, the bathing device 1 includes an outer ring 7 surrounding the frame 10. With reference to [Fig. 15], which depicts a bathing device 1 with a load-bearing floor 9, the outer ring 7 advantageously conceals the load-bearing floor 9. Thus, the additional function offered by the bathing device 1 is not visible to users. The aesthetic appearance is enhanced.

[0059] The presentation of the outer belt 7 is analogous for the basins of figures 3, 4 and 15.

[0060] According to one aspect, the outer ring 7 is separated from the frame 10 so as to delimit a functional space EF, the functional space EF being closed by a curb 5 connecting the frame 10 to the outer ring 7.

[0061] Preferably, as illustrated in Figures 3, 4 and 15, the functional space EF extends peripherally around the frame 10 so as to form an enclosure that isolates the noise from the treatment system 4 but also allows the practical mounting of an outer ring 7 that can be adapted to personalize the bathing device 1. The functional space EF makes it possible to form a thermal insulation enclosure that limits heat loss from the pool 2.

[0062] Preferably, thermal insulation elements are positioned in the functional space EF so as to reduce heat loss from pool 2. In one aspect, the thermal insulation elements are in the form of panels, in particular, made of polystyrene. In a preferred aspect, in order to reduce thermal bridging with the ground, insulation elements are placed under the floor of pool 2.

[0063] Preferably, the outer belt 7 comprises a plurality of cover panels 70 which may be solid, perforated, and made of various materials such as metal or plastic. Preferably, the cover panels 70 are mounted in a removable manner.

[0064] According to one aspect, at least one cover panel 70 opening onto the technical housing 3 is perforated so as to allow optimal ventilation.

[0065] The assembly of the outer belt 7 will now be presented.

[0066] With reference to [Fig. 2], the frame 10 comprises a circumferential base element 12 that rests on the ground. In the presence of a distribution floor 9, as illustrated in [Fig. 15], the base element 12 is integral with the lower wall 91. With reference to [Fig. 8], the outer ring 7 comprises a circumferential foot element 72 that rests on the ground. In this example, the foot element 72 of the outer ring 7 is connected to the base element 12 of the frame 10. The foot element 72 of the outer ring 7 extends externally from the base element 12 of the frame 10. Preferably, the foot element 72 of the outer ring 7 is connected to the base element 12 of the frame 10 by connecting elements 73.

[0067] The foot member 72 allows for mounting the outer belt 7 at the bottom. The foot member 12 allows the functional space EF to be closed from below, as will be shown later. The foot member 72 preferably comprises several elements assembled together.

[0068] With reference to [Fig.5], the foot member 72 includes a mounting groove 721, the concavity of which is turned upwards, configured to receive a cover panel 70.

[0069] In this example, the foot member 72 comprises a metal body 72a and an elastic joint 12b mounted on the metal body 72a, the mounting groove 721 being formed in the elastic joint 72b. With reference to [Fig. 1], the outer ring 7 has vertical posts 71, in particular, one at each corner of the bathing device 1. The lower end of a vertical post 71 is connected to a foot member 72 as illustrated in [Fig. 5].

[0070] The upper end of a vertical post 71 is connected to the coping 5.

[0071] With reference to figures 1 and 9, the outer belt 7 includes vertical separating posts 74 between the cover panels 70.

[0072] With reference to [Fig.6], the frame 10 comprises a plurality of support members 6 fixed to the upper end of the frame 10. As illustrated in [Fig.7], each support member 6 is in the form of a profile configured to cooperate with a vertical wall of the frame 10, with a curb 5 and with a cover panel 7.

[0073] As illustrated in detail in [Fig. 7], a support member 6 is also fixed to the upper end of the partition wall 10S. A support member 6 thus covers the upper end of each vertical wall to improve mechanical strength. This also allows the liner 21 to be fixed in a similar manner to the periphery of the pool 2.

[0074] As illustrated in detail in [Fig. 7], the support member 6 includes an upper relief 61 configured to cooperate with a lower relief of the coping 5. The support member 6 includes a lower mounting groove 62, the concavity of which faces downwards, configured to be mounted at the upper end of a vertical wall of the frame 10. The support member 6 further includes an adjustment groove 63 configured to allow the mounting of retaining tabs 8, as will be shown later. The support member 6 also includes an internal groove 64 configured to receive the liner 21.

[0075] As illustrated in Figures 6 and 8, the coping 5 is fixed to the support members 6 located at the periphery of the frame 10 of the bathing device 1 so as to form a coping 5 with a peripheral shape. The coping 5 is made from coping elements, in particular, in the form of aluminum profiles as illustrated in [Fig. 6].

[0076] With reference to [Fig. 6], the coping 5 has a lower relief 51 configured to cooperate with the upper relief 61 of the support member 6 so as to ensure stable positioning. The coping 5 also has an outer edge 52 in downward projection which helps to block the 70 cover panels as will be shown later.

[0077] Advantageously, with reference to [Fig. 9], an operator can take advantage of the depth of the functional space EF to mount cover panels 70 in the mounting groove 721 of the foot member 72. The presence of a mounting groove 721 allows for flexibility in the dimensions of the cover panels 70. Preferably, the functional space EF has a depth of between 14 cm and 50 cm. Such a depth facilitates the mounting of the outer ring 7 while ensuring ventilation and thermal insulation.

[0078] Preferably, with reference to [Fig. 10], the bathing device 1 comprises a plurality of retaining clips 8 mounted in the functional space EF and configured to hold a cover panel 70 outwards. Each retaining clip 8 is mounted to a support member 6, in particular guided in the adjustment groove 63, the concavity of which faces outwards. This allows a retaining clip 8 to be placed in the most suitable longitudinal position to achieve proper support of the cover panel 70. The retaining clip 8 advantageously allows the upper end of the cover panel 70 to be pressed against the outer edge 52 of the coping 5 as illustrated in [Fig. 10].

[0079] To prevent noise during the use of the bathing device 1, the bathing device 1 includes at least one damping seal 82 positioned between the upper end of the cover panel 70 and the outer edge 52 of the coping 5, as illustrated in [Fig. 11]. Preferably, each retaining bracket 8 includes a damping pad 81 positioned at its end in contact with the cover panel 70 to dampen any vibration, in particular, related to the treatment system 4. Such a damping seal 82 ensures proper alignment and eliminates play.

[0080] Preferably, with reference to [Fig. 12], the bathing device 1 comprises at least one lighting element 109 mounted in the functional space EF to allow the cover panels 70 to be illuminated from the inside. This is particularly advantageous when the cover panels 70 are perforated or translucent.

[0081] With reference to [Fig. 12], the lighting element 109 is preferably in the form of an LED strip positioned at the top of the functional space EF to avoid any direct illumination that could be bothersome to users. In this example, the lighting element 109 is positioned directly below the support members 6 in the functional space EF. The lighting element 109 is powered by the electrical box mounted in the technical housing 3. The lighting element 109 is preferably controllable (color, intensity, etc.).

[0082] Advantageously, the bathing device 1 is removable and can be conveniently assembled / disassembled. In practice, every element of the assembly is configured to fit through a standard doorway. This advantageously allows the bathing device 1 to be assembled in a location that is difficult to access, such as a basement.

[0083] With reference to Figures 13 and 14, a bathing device 1 is shown with a first type of cover panel 70, for example perforated ([Fig. 13]), and with a second type of cover panel 70', for example translucent ([Fig. 14]). Advantageously, the cover panels 70, 70' can be replaced to aesthetically match the installation environment. Their simple removal also allows convenient access to the technical housing 3 from the rear for major maintenance. Access for minor maintenance can be achieved through the hatch in the closing panel 31. The load-bearing floor 9 is advantageously not visible.

[0084] Advantageously, a bathing device 1 is obtained with a low weight, preferably less than 500 kg when empty. The size of the pool 2 and the aluminum frame help to reduce the weight, making the bathing device 1 compatible with many roof terraces. The bench seating in the pool 2, as well as the increased floor area due to the outer rim 5, improves load distribution, which is highly advantageous. The presence of an integrated load-bearing floor 9 allows the bathing device 1 to be used on a roof terrace or similar structure.

Claims

Demands

1. Bathing device (1) comprising a frame (10) defining a basin (2) configured to receive a volume of water less than 5m3 and a technical housing (3) in which is mounted a treatment system (4) configured to treat the water of the basin (2), the frame (10) incorporating a distribution floor (9) comprising a plurality of parallel reinforcing beams (90) so as to distribute the weight of the basin (2).

2. Bathing device (1) according to claim 1, comprising an outer belt (7) surrounding the chassis (10), the outer belt (7) being away from the chassis (10), the outer belt (7) concealing the distribution floor (9).

3. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 2, wherein the distribution floor (9) has a thickness (H90) between 9cm and 20cm.

4. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the distribution floor (9) extends over more than 90% of the floor area occupied by the chassis (10).

5. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the reinforcing beams (90) are spaced apart by a distance of between 40cm and 60cm.

6. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the outer ring (7) is moved away from the frame (10) so as to delimit at least one functional space (EF), the functional space (EF) being closed by a coping (5) connecting the frame (10) to the outer ring (7).

7. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the water volume is less than lm3.

8. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the reinforcing beams (90) extend transversely to the longitudinal axis along which the bathing device (1) extends.

9. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the bathing device (1), with the basin (2) filled, is configured to exert a support weight of less than 250kg per m2.

10. Bathing device (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the number of reinforcing beams (90) is between 5 and 8.

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