Support device

Abstract

The invention relates to a support device (14) for a roof hook (10), comprising at least two support segments (34, 36, 38), which are preferably interconnected, at least one support segment having at least one component of a fastening device (44) for fastening to the roof hook.

Description

[0001] Support device

[0002] The invention relates to a support device for a roof hook. The roof hook is preferably designed for attaching a solar panel and / or a photovoltaic module.

[0003] The support device can be used, for example, in combination with a covering device for covering an area of ​​a roof, preferably for attaching a solar panel or a photovoltaic module.

[0004] A corresponding covering device is known, for example, from DE 20 2022 104 792 U1. The content of DE 20 2022 104 792 U1 is incorporated into this application, for example with regard to feasibility and / or possible embodiments.

[0005] The cover device can optionally have a kick protection and / or a stabilizing device on the underside.

[0006] The disadvantage of the current cover device is that it cannot support a roof hook. Furthermore, it does not ensure adequate load distribution.

[0007] It is therefore an object of the invention to provide a support device, a system and an assembly method with which a roof hook can be supported, for example, on a covering device and / or the loads that occur can be distributed.

[0008] This object is achieved by the subject matter and method of the independent claims. According to the invention, the support device is designed to support a roof hook and / or can be used for this purpose.

[0009] Preferably, the roof hook is designed and / or can be used to attach a solar panel and / or a photovoltaic module.

[0010] For example, the support device can be arranged between the roof hook and a cover device when mounted.

[0011] The roof hook therefore preferably does not come into direct contact with the cover device.

[0012] For example, occurring loads are transferred indirectly from the roof hook via the support device to the cover device.

[0013] Preferably, the load is introduced in the area of ​​a roof batten located below the covering device.

[0014] The support device has at least two support segments. The support segments are preferably connected to one another, for example, in a stackable and / or foldable manner.

[0015] For example, at least or exactly two, three, four, five or more support segments can be provided.

[0016] The support segments are preferably flat and / or plate-shaped.

[0017] The support segments can, for example, be designed as separate components that can be stacked on top of one another as needed. However, the support segments are preferably formed as a single piece and / or form a single component. For example, the support segments can already be manufactured as a single component. Alternatively, the support segments can be subsequently connected to one another, preferably in a non-detachable manner.

[0018] Because the support segments are preferably stackable and / or foldable, height adjustment is possible. This allows the support device to compensate for differences in height between the roof hook and the cover device. The support device can therefore also be used for different roof hooks, making it versatile.

[0019] At least one support segment has at least one component of a fastening device for fastening to the roof hook.

[0020] Preferably, each support segment has at least one component of a fastening device for fastening to the roof hook.

[0021] The support device can be attached to the roof hook. This simplifies installation and / or prevents the support device from slipping off.

[0022] Preferably, the support device rests only on the cover device and is not attached to it and / or connected to it.

[0023] The support device allows the roof hook to be supported. Furthermore, the load is distributed, which is advantageous from a static point of view.

[0024] Further developments of the invention can also be found in the dependent claims, the description and the accompanying drawings.

[0025] According to one embodiment, at least three or exactly three support segments are provided. The support segments are preferably connected to one another, for example, in a stackable and / or foldable manner.

[0026] The support segments are preferably flat and / or plate-shaped.

[0027] The support segments can, for example, be designed as separate components which can be stacked on top of each other as required.

[0028] Preferably, however, the support segments are formed integrally and / or form a common component. For example, the support segments can already be manufactured as a common component. Alternatively, the support segments can be subsequently connected to one another, preferably in a non-detachable manner.

[0029] Since at least three support segments are preferably stackable and / or foldable, height adjustment is possible. The more support segments are provided, the more versatile the support device can be used to compensate for different heights between the roof hook and the cover device.

[0030] According to a further embodiment, the support segments are connected to one another in an articulated manner.

[0031] For example, the joint can be designed as a film hinge. This represents a cost-effective solution.

[0032] According to a further embodiment, the support segments are stackable and / or foldable.

[0033] Because the support segments can be stacked on top of each other, the support device can be adjusted to the required height. This does not require all support segments to be stacked on top of each other. For example, only two support segments can be folded, while at least one other support segment remains unfolded. Furthermore, all support segments can be arranged flat next to each other without being unfolded.

[0034] Preferably, the support segments are folded in opposite directions. For example, a second support segment can be folded counterclockwise relative to a first support segment. A third support segment, however, can be folded clockwise relative to the second support segment.

[0035] According to a further embodiment, the support segments engage with each other in the stacked and / or folded state via at least one tongue and groove connection.

[0036] Preferably, each support segment has at least or exactly one, two, three, four or more grooves and / or tongues.

[0037] The tongue-and-groove connection provides support between the folded support segments. Connecting the support segments is quick and easy, reducing assembly time and thus costs.

[0038] Alternatively or additionally, other holding devices between the folded support segments are conceivable, such as hook-and-loop fasteners, clips, clamps, plug-in fasteners, snap-in fasteners, magnets, pins, and / or screws. The folded support segments can preferably be attached to one another without the use of tools.

[0039] According to a further embodiment, the component of the fastening device has at least one or exactly one notch for receiving a fastening means. Preferably, at least two, three, four, or more notches are provided. For example, one notch can be provided on each opposite side of a support segment.

[0040] As a further component, the fastening device may comprise a fastening means, e.g. a cable tie, a cord, a wire and / or a metal strip.

[0041] The fastener can be guided in the notch and attach the support device to the roof hook in a simple and cost-effective manner.

[0042] The notch prevents the fastener from slipping. Furthermore, any necessary transverse movement is compensated for by the ribbing.

[0043] According to a further embodiment, at least one support segment has a corrugation, preferably on its underside.

[0044] Since the top side of the cover device can have a ribbing, for example, the support segment is precisely adapted by the ribbing on its underside.

[0045] Preferably, only the first support segment has the corrugation on its underside, i.e. in the folded state on the side facing away from the second support segment.

[0046] The corrugation can, for example, have or consist of wavy, sawtooth-shaped, rectangular and / or trapezoidal structures.

[0047] Preferably, the corrugations are formed integrally from the support segment. They are not, for example, ribs or the like that are subsequently connected to the support segment. According to a further embodiment, the support device comprises or consists of a plastic material, preferably ethylene propylene diene (monomer) rubber (EPDM).

[0048] The hardness of the plastic material can be between 50 and 70 Shore, e.g. 60 Shore.

[0049] The invention relates to a system with a support device according to the invention and a fastening means, preferably a cable tie, a cord, a wire and / or a metal strip.

[0050] The fastening means may form part of the fastening device.

[0051] As explained above, the support device can be securely attached to the roof hook in a simple and cost-effective manner using the fastening device.

[0052] Optionally, the system can have the roof hook and / or the cover device.

[0053] Finally, the invention relates to a method for mounting a roof hook with a system according to the invention, in which the support segments are stacked and / or folded to the desired height.

[0054] The support device is attached to the roof hook via a fastening means in such a way that the support device, in the mounted state, is arranged at least in sections between the roof hook and the cover device.

[0055] The roof hook can thus be supported on the support device when installed. Furthermore, the support device enables load distribution. All embodiments and components of the devices described here are preferably designed to be installed according to the method described here. Furthermore, all embodiments of the devices described here, as well as all embodiments of the method described here, can be combined with one another, preferably independently of the specific configuration in which they are mentioned.

[0056] The invention is described below by way of example with reference to the drawings.

[0057] Fig. 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a system according to the invention, and

[0058] Fig. 2 to Fig. 4 perspective views of an embodiment of a support device according to the invention in different folding states.

[0059] First, it should be noted that the illustrated embodiments are purely exemplary in nature. Individual features can be implemented not only in the combination shown, but also individually or in other technically feasible combinations. For example, the features of one embodiment can be combined arbitrarily with features of another embodiment. For example, the number of support segments can vary. Furthermore, the illustrated ribbing, tongue and groove joints, and / or notches are purely optional.

[0060] If a figure contains a reference symbol that is not explained in the directly associated description, reference is made to the corresponding preceding or following explanations in the figure description. Thus, the same reference symbols are used for identical or comparable components in the figures and are not explained again. Fig. 1 shows a system with a roof hook 10, a covering device 12, and a support device 14.

[0061] A purely exemplary embodiment of the roof hook 10 is shown. In principle, the shape of the roof hook 10 is arbitrary. For example, it can also be formed in one piece.

[0062] The roof hook 10 shown is S-shaped and made of two parts.

[0063] A base plate 16 can be screwed to a roof structure, for example.

[0064] The roof hook 10 can have locking feet 18 which can be hooked, inserted and / or locked into grooves 20 of the base plate 16 at the desired height.

[0065] A fixing screw 22 can be used to fix it in the desired position.

[0066] At the upper end, the roof hook 10 can have a mounting rail fastening device 24 for a mounting rail 26. Solar panels and / or photovoltaic modules can be attached to the mounting rail 26.

[0067] The covering device 12 can optionally have corrugations 28.

[0068] For example, the covering device 12 rests on a roof batten 30 and / or is fastened to it, e.g. screwed.

[0069] The support device 14 can be attached to the roof hook 10 via a fastening means 32. Figs. 2 to 4 show the support device 14 in different folded states.

[0070] The support device 14 has three stackable and foldable support segments connected to one another, namely a first support segment 34, a second support segment 36 and a third support segment 38.

[0071] For example, the support segments 34, 36, 38 can be folded over each other as desired, e.g. depending on the distance between the roof hook 10 and the cover device 12.

[0072] The support segments 34, 36, 38 are connected to each other via film hinges 40.

[0073] The film hinges 40 are arranged such that the support segments 34, 36, 38 can be folded in opposite directions. For example, the second support segment 36 can be folded counterclockwise relative to the first support segment 34. The third support segment 38, on the other hand, can be folded clockwise relative to the second support segment 36.

[0074] In the unfolded state, the film hinge 40 between the first support segment 34 and the second support segment 36 can, for example, be arranged higher than the film hinge 40 between the second support segment 36 and the third support segment 38.

[0075] The support segments 34, 36, 38 have notches as components 42 of a fastening device 44 for fastening to the roof hook 10.

[0076] The fastening means 32 can be attached to the notches 42. The support segments 34, 36, 38 can optionally have tongue and groove connections 46, via which the support segments 34, 36, 38 can interlock when folded. Optionally, at least the first support segment 34 can have a ribbing 48 on its underside. The ribbing 48 enables optimal adaptation to the cover device 12.

[0077] List of reference symbols

[0078] 10 roof hooks

[0079] 12 Cover device

[0080] 14 Support device

[0081] 16 Base plate

[0082] 18 locking foot

[0083] 20 grooves

[0084] 22 Fixing screw

[0085] 24 Mounting rail fastening device

[0086] 26 Mounting rail

[0087] 28 ribbing

[0088] 30 roof battens

[0089] 32 fasteners

[0090] 34 first support segment

[0091] 36 second support segment

[0092] 38 third support segment

[0093] 40 film hinge

[0094] 42 Notch, components of a fastening device

[0095] 44 Fastening device

[0096] 46 Tongue and groove joint

[0097] 48 ribbing

Claims

Claims 1. Support device (14) for a roof hook (10), preferably wherein the roof hook (10) is designed for fastening a solar panel and / or a photovoltaic module, comprising at least two, preferably interconnected, support segments (34, 36, 38), wherein at least one support segment (34, 36, 38) has at least one component (42) of a fastening device (44) for fastening to the roof hook (10).

2. Support device (14) according to claim 1, characterized in that at least or exactly three, preferably interconnected, support segments (34, 36, 38) are provided.

3. Support device (14) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the support segments (34, 36, 38) are connected to one another in an articulated manner.

4. Support device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the support segments (34, 36, 38) are stackable and / or foldable.

5. Support device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the support segments (34, 36, 38) engage with each other in the stacked and / or folded state via at least one tongue and groove connection (46).

6. Support device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the component of the fastening device (44) has at least or exactly one notch (42) for receiving a fastening means (32).

7. Support device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one support segment (34, 36, 38) has a corrugation (48).

8. Support device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the support device (14) comprises or consists of a plastic material, preferably EPDM.

9. System with a support device (14) according to one of the preceding claims and a fastening means (32), preferably a cable tie, a cord, a wire and / or a metal strip.

10. A method for assembling a roof hook (10) with a system according to claim 9, wherein the support segments (34, 36, 38) are stacked and / or folded to the desired height and the support device (14) is fastened to the roof hook (10) via a fastening means (32) in such a way that the support device (14) in the assembled state is arranged at least in sections between the roof hook (10) and a covering device (12).

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