PORTABLE AND ASSEMBLE GATE, INDUSTRIALIZED AND STANDARDIZED SO THAT THE END USER CAN INSTALL IT WITH THE HELP OF AN INSTALLER OR EVEN WITHOUT ONE

Abstract

A portable and easy-to-assemble gate, industrially manufactured and standardized so that the end user, with or without the help of an installer, can purchase a gate from a showroom, transport it home, and then, after a simple assembly process, obtain a finished product with a premium industrial finish. This eliminates the need for any complex, dangerous, or polluting operations requiring special equipment or skills. The gate consists of horizontal and vertical profiles, assembly guides, and connecting elements, all portable and modular, suitable for both sliding and swing gates.

Description

[0001] MEMO RI ADESCRIP Tí VA

[0002] The invention relates to a portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized so that the end user, with or without the help of an installer, can purchase a gate from a display case, transport it personally to their home, and, after a simple assembly process, obtain the product with a first-class industrial finish without having to perform any complex, dangerous, and polluting operations at home that require special equipment and / or skills. The gate is made up of horizontal and vertical profiles, assembly guides, and connecting elements, portable and modular for both sliding and folding gates.

[0003] A RT EPR EV IO

[0004] Typically, gates used for vehicle entry or exit into homes are built on-site where they will be located. Construction involves welding specialists performing all the work, welding the profiles, bars, or bars that make up the gate. Gates can then optionally be automated by adding a motor to open and close them. While there is a wide range of specialists dedicated to the construction and installation of gates, users who require them are often unaware of the specialist's skill set or the final quality of the gate once installed. This creates considerable uncertainty regarding the expected result. Furthermore, this type of gate is generally prefabricated by artisan blacksmiths, finished to the required final dimensions, and then installed at the intended location.These gates are typically made from steel profiles that require cutting and welding. There are also gates made from standard 6 and 3 m aluminum profiles that are sized, cut, and assembled on-site.

[0005] This requires specific logistics and assembly processes for each case, in addition to finishing processes.

[0006] In the prior art, prefabricated gates have been disclosed that have attempted to make gate installation more affordable.

[0007] Document EP2354432 describes a door having a lower part formed by a bottom rail and an upper part formed by a top rail, where a door leaf panel is arranged between the bottom rail and the top rail. The bottom rail in modular construction has a pair of two profiles connected to each other at a level parallel to the level of the door leaf.

[0008] A door leaf infill is arranged between the lower stile and the upper stile, wherein, in modular construction, the lower stile is composed of at least a pair of two profiles connected to one another in a plane parallel to the plane of the door leaf, and wherein the profiles of a pair are each connected to one another by means of at least one continuous connecting profile or by means of a plurality of connecting profile sections, which abut one another or are spaced apart from one another in the longitudinal profile direction, wherein at least one of the profiles has a C-shaped cross-section and that, in a state in which two of said profiles are connected to one another by a connecting profile fastened to upper longitudinal edges thereof or by a pair of two parallel connecting profiles, the profiles form a beam having a rectangular cross-section,a continuous groove on the bottom and two upper and lower raceways on the inside.

[0009] US7891152 describes a sliding door arrangement including a plurality of door units; at least one vertical post connecting adjacent door units; a bottom beam positioned at the bottom of and connected to the vertical post; and a plurality of crossbar assemblies arranged on one side or both sides of the door units respectively for adjusting the tightness of the sliding door arrangement. The sliding door arrangement can be packaged and shipped in separate parts and then quickly and conveniently assembled on site. Furthermore, the sliding door arrangement is perfectly integral and decorative and provides sufficient strength.

[0010] US7581353 describes a modular sliding gate movable along a suspension assembly of a cantilever sliding gate system between an open position where access is permitted through a secure perimeter and a closed position where access through a secure perimeter is obstructed. The modular sliding gate may include an upper member, a lower member, and a plurality of cross members extending between the lower member and at least one wall of the frame member and connected thereto. The upper member may include a frame member and a track member. The frame member may include at least one wall. The track member may be configured and sized to receive the suspension assembly and may include at least one wall extending continuously from and homogeneous with at least one wall of the framing member.

[0011] The aforementioned modular gates or doors demonstrate the effort made to at least offer modular solutions, which demonstrate the combination of profiles and special joints to form each door module. The difference between the present invention and prior art documents is evident, especially in the profile configuration, portability, and light weight.

[0012] REVIEW DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0013] Figure 1: represents an isometric view of the gate of the invention in the sliding mode.

[0014] Figure 2: represents an elevation view of the gate of the invention in the sliding mode.

[0015] Figure 3: represents an isometric view of the gate of the invention in the swing gate mode. Figure 4: represents an isometric view of the gate of the invention in the lifting gate mode.

[0016] Figure 5: represents the cross section of a profile used to form the lower horizontal beam of the main frame of the gate.

[0017] Figure 6: represents the cross section of a profile used to form the lower horizontal beam of the main frame of the gate.

[0018] Figure 7: corresponds to the cross section of a profile that forms the vertical side members of the main frame of the gate.

[0019] Figure 8: corresponds to the cross-section of the profile that forms the central vertical stringers of the main frame of the gate.

[0020] Figure 9: Corresponds to the cross-section of the closing profile, which is used to close the main frame. This profile is used to assemble the main profiles that make up the gate frame.

[0021] Figure 11: represents an isometric view of the horizontal beam once assembled.

[0022] Figure 12: represents an isometric view illustrating the joining of the profiles that form the horizontal beam by means of a joining profile.

[0023] Figure 13: represents an exploded isometric view illustrating the formation of the vertical beam by means of the vertical profiles and the vertical joining profile.

[0024] Figure 14: corresponds to an isometric view of the vertical beam already formed.

[0025] Figure 15: represents an isometric view illustrating the joint that forms the right vertical beam. Figure 16: represents an isometric view illustrating how the frame of the gate of the invention is formed.

[0026] Figure 17: represents an isometric view illustrating that when the main frame is partially assembled, the closing profiles are placed and fixed.

[0027] Figure 18: corresponds to a detail of figure 17.

[0028] Figure 19: represents an isometric view illustrating a rigid connection between the closing profile module and the main frame of the gate.

[0029] Figure 20: represents an isometric view illustrating the progressive insertion of separators into the specially designed tabs located on the side interior of the center spar.

[0030] Figure 21: represents an isometric view illustrating how the gate is closed once the closing profiles have been inserted.

[0031] Figure 22: represents an isometric view illustrating how the closing elements on the right side of the central profile are assembled.

[0032] Figure 23: represents an isometric view illustrating how the gate is closed once the closing profiles have been inserted.

[0033] Figure 24: represents an isometric view of a detail of the separators and internal side covers on the right side of the main frame of the gate on the right vertical beam.

[0034] Figure 25: Shows an isometric view of the gate with the spacers and internal side covers assembled. Figure 26: Shows a detailed isometric view showing the standard lock housing profile for accommodating a special lock for sliding gates, as a preferred embodiment.

[0035] Figure 27: corresponds to an isometric view of a gate in which a spearhead profile has been incorporated as a security element.

[0036] Figure 28: corresponds to an isometric view of a section of a gate in which a spearhead profile has been incorporated as a security element.

[0037] Figure 29: corresponds to an elevation of an already formed sliding gate.

[0038] Figure 30: corresponds to the cross section of the joining profile used to join the profiles that form the horizontal beam.

[0039] Figure 31: corresponds to the cross section of the joining profile used to join the profiles that form the vertical beam.

[0040] Figure 32: corresponds to the cross section of the element that forms the decorative cover.

[0041] Figure 33: represents the cross-section of the standard lock housing profile for sliding gates.

[0042] Figure 34: corresponds to the spearhead profile used as a security element of the gate.

[0043] Figure 35: corresponds to the cross-section of the rolling profile for sliding gates.

[0044] Figure 36: corresponds to the cross section of the profile Side outer cover DESCRIPTION OF THE I NVE NCION

[0045] The invention consists of a portable and assembleable gate, industrialized formed by an upper horizontal beam (H3) and a lower horizontal beam (H2), two lateral vertical beams (V2) located on each side, left and right of the structure that forms the gate and connected to the upper (H3) and lower (H2) beams, at least one central vertical beam (V3) arranged between the lateral vertical beams (V2), closing profiles (C1) of the main frame formed by the upper and lower horizontal beams and the lateral vertical beams; where the lower horizontal beam (H2) and upper (H3) are formed by two sections joined by a horizontal joining profile (H1). For their part, the vertical beams (V2) are formed by two sections joined by a vertical joining profile (V4).The closing profiles (C1) are installed slightly separated by means of separators (20) arranged in specially designed tabs (P1) that are on the lateral interior of the central vertical beam (V4), these will serve to position and keep the closing profiles (01) separated.

[0046] The profile is used to form the lower horizontal beam (H2) of the main frame of the gate. This profile has a double upper wall (a) to increase structural rigidity, a housing for connecting screws (b), and a special tab for securing and self-centering (c) the gate wheel module.

[0047] The profile used to form the upper horizontal beam (H3) of the main frame of the gate has elements (d) to house the safety lance profile (S1), a double upper and lateral wall (e) to increase structural rigidity and a housing (f) for connecting screws.

[0048] The profile that forms the vertical side members (V2) of the main frame of the gate, has elements (g) for housing the decorative caps that cover the elements of the profile joints, a special tolerance zone (h) to house the joining profile (V4) and special joining elements (i) with the closing profiles (01), which allow simple assembly simultaneously with a tight fit that reduces the mobility of the profile and therefore the noise.

[0049] The profile that forms the central vertical stringers (V3) of the main frame of the gate, has special joining elements (j) with the closing profiles (C1 ), which allow a simple assembly simultaneously with a tight fit that reduces the mobility of the profile and therefore the noise, a housing (k) for joining screws of this stringer with the horizontal ones, and an area to house the complementary fixing screws of the closing profiles (C1), which at the end of the assembly will be covered with the cover profile (T1 ). The closing profile (C1 ), with which the main frame is closed, can be totally closed or semi-open shutter type by assembling them with the help of spacers (20). This profile has housing rings (m) for the fixing screws and an internal reinforcement (n) to increase the structural rigidity of the profile.

[0050] The side outer cover profile (L1) is used to cover the area designated for the side bolted connections of the main frame, achieving a uniform and aesthetically pleasing exterior finish. It has special snap-on elements (or snap-ons) with the side vertical profiles (V2), allowing a click fit that reduces profile movement and thus noise.

[0051] The horizontal connecting profile (H1) is cut to the desired length and perforated to accommodate the connecting bolts that allow the horizontal beams to be assembled. This profile has a reinforced thickness (p) to increase the strength and stability of the connection, and a rib (q) around the profile's periphery to improve its strength. It also includes tight dimensional tolerances for easy assembly and limited transverse mobility.

[0052] The gate also includes a standard lock housing profile (A1) for sliding gates. This profile corresponds to an accessory element to the base gate that will serve as a housing for a special lock for sliding gates. This profile includes special snap-on elements (r) with the lateral vertical profiles (V2) and which serve to replace the cover (L1) of the lateral vertical beam. It also includes space(s) for the special lock.

[0053] The gate includes a running profile for sliding gates that use angled groove wheels. This profile is where the gate rests and slides, assisted by two wheel modules with angled grooves (t).

[0054] The central cover profile (T1) covers the area for housing the complementary fixing screws between the closing profiles (C1) and the central vertical beam (V3). It includes special snap-fit ​​elements (v) with the central vertical profiles, allowing for a click fit.

[0055] The vertical joining profile (V4) is used to join the lateral vertical profiles. It is cut to a specific length and has perforations that house the connecting screws that allow the vertical beams to be assembled. It includes a reinforced thickness to increase the strength and stability of the joint, a ribbing around the profile's periphery that improves its strength, and it also meets tight dimensional tolerances for easy assembly and limited transverse mobility.

[0056] The spear-shaped profile (S1) is an accessory to the base gate and serves to increase access security. It consists of a series of spear-shaped points with structural reinforcement ribs and is fixed to the upper horizontal beam (H3) in elements (d) specially designed for this accessory profile. This feature distinguishes it from existing spear-shaped profiles.

[0057] Figure 10 shows the types of joints that structure the main frame of the gate, with the profiles to assemble the main profiles that make up the gate frame.

[0058] The union (1 ) of the horizontal beams are assembled as shown in figure 12, joining each section of horizontal beam by means of the horizontal joining profile (H1 ), at one end with the prefabricated perforations using the screws (20), then the other section of the horizontal beam is slid until both profiles stop and align perfectly to then complete the union with the screws (21 ) thus obtaining the horizontal beam of the required length according to the dimensions of the gate.

[0059] The vertical joint (2) in figure 10 is assembled as shown in figure 14, joining each section of vertical beam (V2) with the vertical joining profile (V4), at one end in the existing prefabricated perforations using screws (16) then one of the vertical profile sections (V2) is slid until both touch and align perfectly to then complete the joint with screws #16 thus obtaining the vertical beam of the required length according to the gate dimension. Once the horizontal and vertical beams are assembled, the main frame of the gate is formed. For this, the joint (3) shown in figure 16 is made, leaving the vertical beam (V2) straight to join after the closing modules are assembled. In the joint (3) the horizontal beam (H3) and the vertical beam (V2) are assembled with the screws

[0060] (15), this operation is repeated in two of the corners of the main frame of the gate as illustrated in figure 17. Finally, the side cover (L1) is used to hide the joints for a better aesthetic finish.

[0061] With the main frame partially assembled, the closing profiles (C1 ) are placed and fixed, as shown in figure 18 and figure 19. The separators (20) are progressively inserted into the specially designed tabs (P1 ) that are on the side interior of the vertical beam (V2). These keep the closing profiles positioned and separated (C, detail figure 19). Once all the closing profiles (C1) of the first module have been placed, they are pressed as far as they will go onto the vertical beam (V2). When the closures are properly adjusted, the inner cover profiles are placed and the selected closing profiles are joined to the vertical beam using the screws.

[0062] (16) creating a rigid connection between the closing profile module and the main frame of the gate as illustrated in figure 20.

[0063] In this step, the separators (20) can be optionally placed or not, thus configuring total or partial closures with different percentages of opening depending on the dimensions of the separators chosen, thus achieving variety in the design. The central vertical beam (V4) is then assembled, as shown in figures 21, 22 and 23 with a process similar to that described above.

[0064] The spacers (20) are progressively inserted into the specially designed tabs on the side of the central vertical beam (V4). After all the spacers have been fitted and positioned on the central vertical beam (V4), the central profile is pressed against the closing profiles (C1) of the module until it stops and then the central vertical beam is joined to the selected closing profiles with the screws (16).

[0065] The assembly procedure is repeated for the separators (20) on the right side of the central vertical profile and then all the profiles of the next closing module are progressively inserted into the central vertical beam and the same adjustment of the closing profiles is made against the central profile, thus assembling the next module of closing profiles, as shown in figures 21 and 22. Once the assembly of the central profile is completed, the rear decorative cover (T1) of the central profile is placed to hide the screwed joints in that profile.

[0066] Figures 21 and 22 show the last assembly processes which consist of placing the separators (20) and internal side covers (L1) on the right side of the main frame of the gate on the right vertical beam (V2) which is then joined to the main frame with L1 as shown in figure 16. Thus completing the assembly of the gate with the placement of all the finishing covers on the exterior profiles.

[0067] The profile (A1) is used to house a special lock for sliding gates as a customization option that is assembled as shown in figure 23, after assembling the main body of the gate on one of the vertical sides, the parts that make up the vertical lock profile (T1) are assembled, fixing them to the selected vertical side profile with the screws (16) and then covering the joints with the side covers (L1).

[0068] The spearhead profile (S1) is another optional element to increase access security, which consists of a profile specifically designed to be assembled on the special supports on the upper horizontal profile (H3), as shown in figures 24 and 25.

[0069] The entire design, manufacturing and assembly process described above are the subject of this invention patent application, since the elements that make up this portable and buildable gate are what distinguishes it from other existing ones, so that a completely portable and easily buildable sliding gate can be obtained as a product without requiring special cutting, drilling, welding and finishing processes at the assembly site. As a complement to the Portable and Buildable Gate, a special packaging system was developed that provides handling and transportation of the product that serves to achieve one of the main objectives of the present invention: portability, the dimensions and weight of the packages have been carefully studied so that they are easily transportable and manageable without requiring special transportation equipment.

[0070] Likewise, the packaging was developed to protect the product's final finish until it is assembled and installed at its intended location, thus achieving a product with quality and finishes that are distinguishable from existing products.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. Portable and assembleable gate, Industrialized and standardized so that the end user with the help of an installer or even without it, can buy a gate in a display case, personally transport it to his home and after a simple assembly process obtain the product with a first-class industrialized finish without having to carry out any complex, dangerous and polluting operation at home that requires special equipment and / or skills, CHARACTERIZED in that it is made up of an upper horizontal bar (H3) and a lower horizontal bar (H2), two lateral vertical bar (V2) located on each side, left and right, forming together with said horizontal bar(s) the structure that forms the gate; in which connected to the upper (H3) and lower (H2) bar(s), at least one central vertical bar (V3) is connected between the lateral vertical bar(s) (V2);in which closing profiles (C1) of the main frame formed by the upper and lower horizontal stringers and the lateral vertical stringers are installed in the space defined inside the frame; where the lower horizontal stringer (H2) and upper (H3) are formed by two sections joined by a horizontal joining profile (H 1 ); where the vertical stringers (V2) are formed by two sections joined by a vertical joining profile (V4); the closing profiles (C1) are installed slightly separated by means of separators (20) arranged in tabs (P1) that are on the lateral inside of the stringer; central vertical (V4), these tabs and separators keep the closing profiles (C1) separated.

2. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that said lower horizontal beam (H2) of the main frame of the gate is made up of a profile with a double upper wall (a), a housing for connecting screws (b), and a tab for fixing and self-centering (c) of a gate wheel module.

3. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that said upper horizontal beam (H3) of the main frame of the gate comprises a profile with elements (d) for housing a spearhead profile (S1), double upper and side wall (e) and a housing (f) for connecting screws.

4. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that said lateral vertical beams (V2) of the main frame of the gate, comprise a profile with elements (g) for housing decorative covers that cover the profile joining elements, a special tolerance zone (h) to house the joining profile (V4) and special joining elements (i) with the closing profiles (C1).

5. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that said central vertical beams (V3) of the main frame of the gate, comprise a profile with special joining elements (j) with the closing profiles (C1), a housing (k) for joining screws of this beam with the horizontal ones, and an area to house the complementary fixing screws of the closing profiles (C1), which are covered with a cover profile (T1).

6. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that said closing profile (C1) is closed or semi-open shutter type and is assembled with the help of separators (20).

7. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 6, CHARACTERIZED in that said closing profile (C1) comprises housing rings (m) for the fixing screws and an internal reinforcement (n) to increase the structural rigidity of the profile.

8. Portable and buildable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that it also comprises a lateral exterior cover profile (L1) that is the area intended for lateral bolted joints of the main frame.

9. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 8, CHARACTERIZED in that said lateral exterior cover profile (L1) comprises special snap-on (or) joining elements with the lateral vertical profiles (V2), which allow a click fit.

10. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that said horizontal joining profile (H1) is perforated in such a way that it comprises perforations for housing joining screws to assemble the horizontal beams.

11. Portable and buildable gate, Industrialized and standardized according to claim 10, CHARACTERIZED because said horizontal joining profile (H1 ) comprises a reinforced thickness (p) and a rib (q) on the periphery of the profile.

12. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 10, CHARACTERIZED in that it also comprises a standard lock housing profile (A1) for sliding gates.

13. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 12, CHARACTERIZED in that said standard lock housing profile (A1) comprises special snap-on elements (r) with the lateral vertical profiles (V2), and a space (s) for a special lock.

14. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that it comprises a rolling profile for sliding gates that use wheels with an angular channel.

15. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that said rolling profile comprises two wheel modules with an angular vo rolling channel (t).

16. Portable and assembleable gate, industrialized and standardized according to claim 5, CHARACTERIZED in that said central cover profile (T1) comprises special snap-on elements (v) with the central vertical profiles that allow a click fit.