A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of all sizes

Abstract

A movable frame assembly kit for the installation of sinks of any size, enabling the creation of adjustable support beams that can move closer or further apart. This adjustability ensures the frame can accommodate sinks of various lengths, offering a ready-to-install solution that simplifies the installation process on the wall-mounted countertop of a sink, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

Description

[0001] A MOVABLE FRAME ASSEMBLY KIT FOR INSTALLING SINKS OF ALL SIZES

[0002] DESCRIPTION:

[0003] Name of the Invention: A Movable Frame Assembly Kit for Installing Sinks of All Sizes

[0004] Related Field of Study

[0005] Engineering, specifically in the area of movable frame assembly kits for installing sinks of all sizes.

[0006] Background of the Related Art or Science

[0007] Traditionally, installing a sink onto a wall-mounted countertop required precise measurements of both the countertop and the wall plate to ensure a perfect fit, which often led to complications in sizing and later adjustments. Moreover, the installation of the sink onto the wall plate and countertop primarily involved masonry and structural work, necessitating that everything be accurately defined before proceeding with the installation process.

[0008] Following this invention, a movable frame assembly kit was developed for installing sinks of all sizes. This kit allows the support beams to move closer together or further apart, adjusting to fit the length of any sink size precisely. It enables the creation of a ready-to-install frame for sinks, facilitating a convenient installation process on the wall-mounted countertop.

[0009] The nature and purpose of the invention

[0010] The movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of all sizes features a frame that constructs left, right, front, and back borders, assembling into a rectangular structure that serves as a supportive framework for the sink and mounts onto the structural wall to integrate with the countertop structure. The inner walls of the left and right frames have grooves forming tracks along their length, designed to accommodate the movement of the first and second support beams. These beams can move towards and away from each other along the length of the tracks, allowing the adjustment of the frame to fit the length of the sink precisely.

[0011] The aim of this invention is to provide a movable frame assembly kit for the installation of sinks of any size, enabling the creation of adjustable support beams that can move closer or further apart. This adjustability ensures the frame can accommodate sinks of various lengths, offering a ready-to-install solution that simplifies the installation process on the wall- mounted countertop of a sink, enhancing convenience and efficiency.

[0012] Complete Disclosure of the Invention

[0013] Figures 1 and 2 illustrate the components of the movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size, characterized by:

[0014] A frame (10) made from either metal, wood, or plastic, composing a left frame (11), a right frame (12), a front frame (13), and a back frame (14) that are assembled into a rectangular structure. This structure serves as a support for the sink (20) and is designed to be mounted onto a structural wall, integrating with the countertop structure of the sink (not shown).

[0015] The inner wall of the left frame (11) contains the first track (21), which spans from one position at one end of the left frame (11) to another position at the opposite end, forming the first longitudinal track (21) for the movement of the first axis securing beam (31) and the first sink support beam (41).

[0016] The first securing beam (31) features an expandable nut head designed to fit into the first track (21) and secure in place. An extending bolt from the nut head facilitates connection with the first sink support beam (41), ensuring the first sink support beam (41) is tightly fastened at this position.

[0017] The first sink support beam (41) features a horizontal base wall (51) formed along its length, serving as a base for the sink (20). It also includes a first vertical wall (61) acting as a barrier to enclose the sink (20), defining the position of the sink (20). The first vertical wall (61) is shaped along the length of the first sink support beam (41), functioning as a barrier to enclose the sink (20).

[0018] The left edge of the first sink support beam (41) is equipped with a first fin (71) that features a slot for the first securing axis (81), designed to accommodate the insertion of the first securing beam (31). This arrangement facilitates the attachment of the first sink support beam (41) to the left frame (11).

[0019] The inner wall of the right frame (12) contains a second track (22), formed from one end of the right frame (12) to another end. This creates a second longitudinal track (22) for the movement of the second securing axis (32) and the first sink support beam (41).

[0020] The second securing beam (32) is designed with an expandable nut head to fit into the second track (22) and securely fasten in place. It features a bolt extending from the nut head to facilitate connection with the first sink support beam (41), and the second securing beam (32) is tightened with a nut to ensure it remains securely fastened at this position. The first sink support beam (41) is a support beam featuring a first horizontal base wall (51) shaped along its length, serving as a foundation for the sink (20). It also includes a first vertical wall (61), acting as a barrier to enclose the sink (20) and define its position. This first vertical wall (61), formed along the length of the first sink support beam (41), functions as a partition to secure the sink (20) in place.

[0021] The right edge of the first sink support beam (41) features a second fin (72) with a slot for the second securing axis (82). This slot is designed to accommodate the insertion of the second securing beam (32), enabling the first sink support beam (41) to be attached to the right frame (12).

[0022] The first fin (71) features at least one slot specifically designed to receive the first securing axis (81), with at least two positions located on the left and right sides for a strong attachment to the first track (21).

[0023] The second fin (72) features at least one slot specifically designed to receive the second securing axis (82), with at least two positions located on the left and right sides for a strong attachment to the second track (22).

[0024] The second sink support beam (42) has the same design and interchangeable characteristics as the first sink support beam (41), and it assembles with the first track (21) and the second track (22) accordingly.

[0025] The second sink support beam (42) features a second horizontal base wall (52) serving as the foundation for the sink (20), and a second vertical wall (62) acting as a barrier to enclose the sink (20). The first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) have their respective horizontal base walls, the first horizontal base wall (51) and the second horizontal base wall (52), facing each other. The first horizontal base wall (51) serves as the foundation for the left side of the sink (20), while the second horizontal base wall (52) supports the right side of the sink (20) accordingly.

[0026] The first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) are designed to move towards and away from each other along the length of the first track (21) and the second track (22), respectively. This mechanism allows for the adjustment of their positions to accommodate different lengths of the sink (20) for various models.

[0027] At a position of the first track (21) between the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) along the first track (21), there is a first base plate (91) featuring fins and slots for a number of nuts. This plate is designed to attach to the sink (20), securing it firmly to the frame (10). The first base plate (91) can move along the length of the first track (21) and is fixed in place with nuts to ensure a secure attachment.

[0028] At a position along the second track (22) between the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42), there is a second base plate (92) equipped with fins and slots for several nuts, designed to attach to the sink (20). This setup secures the sink (20) firmly to the frame (10). The second base plate (92) is capable of moving along the length of the second track (22) and can be fixed in place with nuts to ensure a secure attachment.

[0029] The first base plate (91) and the second base plate (92) are identical in design and interchangeable, serving as the lower and upper support bases for the sink (20), respectively. At least one position on the frame (10) features a structural attachment plate (30), characterized by a plate design with nut slots. This plate serves to secure the frame (10) to the structural wall and the sink countertop (not shown).

[0030] The frame (10) at the upper wall (40) creates a wide area designed to support the placement and assembly of the upper wall plate of the sink countertop (not shown).

[0031] The frame (10) at the lower wall (50) creates a wide area designed to facilitate the assembly and placement of the frame with the sink countertop (not shown).

[0032] Figures 2A and 2B illustrate the first sink support beam (41), the second sink support beam (42), the first base plate (91), and the second base plate (92), each featuring fins and slots for several nuts. These components function together to attach to the sink (20), securing it firmly to the frame (10).

[0033] The first sink support beam (41) and the first base plate (91) are designed to move along the length of the first track (21) to secure their position with nuts.

[0034] Similarly, the second sink support beam (42) and the second base plate (92) can move along the length of the second track (22) to be securely fixed in place with nuts.

[0035] Figure 3 illustrates the assembly of the first sink support beam (41), the second sink support beam (42), the first base plate (91), and the second base plate (92) with the frame (10), collectively supporting the installation of sinks (20) of any size.

[0036] Figures 4A and 4B show the assembly of the first sink support beam (41), the second sink support beam (42), the first base plate (91), and the second base plate (92) with the frame (10), and the placement of the sink (20) on top. Figure 5 presents an enlarged cross-sectional view showing the movement of the first sink support beam (41) along the length of the first track (21) and the second sink support beam (42) along the length of the second track (22). Together, they function to support the installation of sinks (20) of any size.

[0037] At both ends of the first track (21), there is a first stopper (60) that serves to define the end points of movement for both the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) along the length of the first track (21).

[0038] Similarly, at both ends of the second track (22), there is a second stopper (70) that functions to determine the end points of movement for both the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) along the length of the second track (22).

[0039] The first sink support beam (41), the second sink support beam (42), and the frame (10) are designed to accommodate the installation of sinks (20) of any size, supporting both horizontal length (80) and vertical height (90) dimensions of the sink (20).

[0040] Brief Descriptions of the Illustrations

[0041] Figure 1 presents the components of the movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size according to this invention.

[0042] Figures 2A and 2B depict the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) as per this invention.

[0043] Figure 3 illustrates the assembly of the first sink support beam (41), the second sink support beam (42), the first base plate (91), and the second base plate (92) with the frame (10), collaboratively supporting the installation of sinks (20) of any size in accordance with this invention.

[0044] Figure 4A shows the assembly of the first sink support beam (41), the second sink support beam (42), the first base plate (91), and the second base plate (92) with the frame (10), and positioning the sink (20) on top, as per this invention.

[0045] Figure 4B illustrates the assembly of the first sink support beam (41), the second sink support beam (42), the first base plate (91), and the second base plate (92) with the frame (10), and mounting the sink (20) on top, according to this invention.

[0046] Figure 5 presents an enlarged cross-sectional view showing the movement of the first sink support beam (41) along the length of the first track (21) and the second sink support beam (42) along the length of the second track (22), collectively supporting the installation of sinks (20) of any size as designed in this invention.

[0047] The Best Method of Invention,

[0048] As thoroughly discussed in the complete disclosure section, adheres to the best practices outlined previously.

[0049] Invention Summary

[0050] This movable frame assembly kit is designed for the installation of sinks of any size, featuring a frame (10) that constructs a left frame (11), a right frame (12), a front frame (13), and a back frame (14) that are assembled into a rectangular structure. This structure acts as a support for the sink (20) and is intended to be installed against a structural wall to integrate with the countertop structure of the sink. The inner walls of the left frame (11) and the right frame (12) are equipped with tracks formed along their lengths to accommodate the movement of the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42). These beams can move towards or away from each other along the tracks, allowing for adjustments to fit the length of the sink (20). The first base plate (91) and the second base plate (92), each featuring fins and slots for nuts, secure the sink (20) firmly to the frame (10), serving as the lower and upper support bases for the sink (20), respectively.

Claims

Claims1. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size, characterized by:A frame (10) manufactured from either metal, wood, or plastic, forming a left frame (11), a right frame (12), a front frame (13), and a back frame (14) that assemble into a rectangular structure. This structure serves as a support for the sink (20) and is designed to be mounted onto a structural wall to integrate with the sink countertop structure.The frame (10) at the upper wall (40) creates a wide area to support the placement and assembly of the upper wall plate of the sink countertop.The frame (10) at the lower wall (50) establishes a broad space to facilitate the assembly and placement of the frame with the sink countertop.Special FeaturesThe inner wall of the left frame (11) features a first track (21), formed from one end to the other end of the left frame (11), to create a longitudinal first track (21) for the movement of the first securing axis (31) and the first sink support beam (41).The inner wall of the right frame (12) contains a second track (22), extending from one end to the other end of the right frame (12), to establish a longitudinal second track (22) for the movement of the second securing axis (32) and the first sink support beam (41).The first sink support beam (41) is designed as a support beam with a first horizontal base wall (51), serving as the foundation for the sink (20).The second sink support beam (42) is identical in design and function to the first sink support beam (41), allowing for interchangeability and assembly along the first track (21) and the second track (22) respectively.The second sink support beam (42) features a second horizontal base wall (52), serving as a foundation for the sink (20). Both the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) are designed to move towards and away from each other along the lengths of the first track (21) and the second track (22), respectively. This adjustability ensures they can accommodate sinks (20) of various lengths.

2. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 1, where:The first securing axis (31) is designed with an expandable nut head to fit into the first track (21) and securely fasten in position, featuring a bolt extending from the nut head to facilitate connection with the first sink support beam (41) and secure the first sink support beam (41) tightly in place with a nut.The second securing axis (32) also features an expandable nut head for insertion into the second track (22) and secure assembly at this position, with a bolt extending from the nut head to accommodate the first sink support beam (41) and secure the second securing axis (32) tightly in place with a nut.

3. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 1, where:The first sink support beam (41) is designed as a support beam with a first horizontal base wall (51) formed along its length, serving as a foundation for the sink (20). It also includes a first vertical wall (61) acting as a barrier to enclose the sink (20), determining the position ofthe sink (20). The first vertical wall (61) is shaped along the length of the first sink support beam (41) to function as a barrier enclosing the sink (20).The second sink support beam (42) has the same design as the first sink support beam (41), assembling along the first track (21) and the second track (22) respectively. The second sink support beam (42) features a second horizontal base wall (52) serving as a foundation for the sink (20) and a second vertical wall (62) acting as a barrier to enclose the sink (20).

4. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 1, where:The left edge of the first sink support beam (41) features a first fin (71) with a slot for the first securing axis (81). This slot is designed to facilitate the insertion of the first securing beam (31), enabling the attachment of the first sink support beam (41) to the left frame (11).The right edge of the first sink support beam (41) includes a second fin (72) with a slot for the second securing axis (82). This slot serves to accommodate the insertion of the second securing beam (32), securing the first sink support beam (41) to the right frame (12).

5. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 4, where:The first fin (71) has at least one slot designed to receive the first securing axis (81), specifically arranged to have at least two positions located on both the left and right sides. This setup is intended for secure attachment to the first track (21).Similarly, the second fin (72) includes at least one slot for the second securing axis (82), with at least two specified positions also located on the left and right sides for secure attachment to the second track (22).

6. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 1, where:The first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) feature a first horizontal base wall (51) and a second horizontal base wall (52), respectively, facing each other. The first horizontal base wall (51) serves as the foundation for the left side of the sink (20), and the second horizontal base wall (52) serves as the foundation for the right side of the sink (20), respectively.

7. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 1, where:At one position between the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) along the first track (21), there is a first base plate (91) equipped with fins and slots for several nuts. This plate is designed to attach to the sink (20), securing the sink (20) firmly to the frame (10). The first base plate (91) can move along the length of the first track (21) and is fixed in position with nuts.Similarly, at one position between the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) along the second track (22), there is a second base plate (92) also featuring fins and slots for several nuts. This plate functions to attach to the sink (20), ensuring the sink (20) is securely attached to the frame (10). The second base plate (92) can move along the length of the second track (22) and is secured in position with nuts.

8. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 7, where: The first base plate (91) and the second base plate (92) are identical in design and interchangeable. They serve as the lower and upper support bases for the sink (20), respectively.

9. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 1, where: At least one position on the frame (10) features a structural attachment plate (30)characterized by a plate design with slots for nuts. This plate functions to secure the frame(10) to the structural wall and the sink countertop.

10. A movable frame assembly kit for installing sinks of any size as per Claim 1, where:The first track (21) features a first stopper (60) at both ends, designed to define the movement limits for the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) along the length of the first track (21).Similarly, the second track (22) includes a second stopper (70) at both ends, which serves to determine the movement limits for the first sink support beam (41) and the second sink support beam (42) along the length of the second track (22).

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