Cover for a hinge of a door or a door leaf

Abstract

Cover for a hinge, in particular for doors and / or door leaves, wherein the hinge comprises a first body (11) and a second body (12) of the hinge connected to each other by an articulation device (2) that allows the relative movement of the first body (11) of the hinge and the second body (12) of the hinge between a first configuration, corresponding to an open condition of the hinge (1), and a second configuration, corresponding to a closed condition of the hinge (1), the first body (11) of the hinge and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) being adapted to be inserted and fixed in a cavity of a respective structure, wherein the cover comprises at least one substantially flat element (4) adapted to overlap at least partially the cavity so that, in use, the edge (5) of the flat element (4) overlaps at least partially the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity, and fastening means associated with the substantially flat element (4) and adapted to removably secure the cover to the structure, wherein the fastening means comprises magnetic interaction means between the cover and the first body (11) of the hinge and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1), wherein the magnetic interaction means generate magnetic interaction forces that cause the cover to be removably attached to the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1), when the cover is placed adjacent to the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1).

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] COVER FOR A HINGE OF A DOOR OR A DOOR LEAF

[0003] Technical Field

[0004] The present invention relates to a cover for a hinge, in particular for doors or door leaves .

[0005] The present invention also relates to a hinge, in particular for doors or door leaves , provided with such a cover .

[0006] Background Art

[0007] Hinges typically comprise a first fastening body, mountable on a frame or on a door or door leaf , a second fastening body, mountable on the door or door leaf or on the frame, and an articulation device connecting them so as to allow their relative movement , generally rotational, between a closed configuration, corresponding to the closed position of the door or door leaf , and an open configuration, corresponding to the open position of the door or door leaf . The two fastening bodies can be embedded in a respective seat formed either in the frame or in the door or door leaf . In such cases , the hinge bodies typically define a seat in the closed condition in which the articulation device is housed, so that when the door or door leaf is closed, the hinge is substantially invisible from both sides of the door or door leaf .

[0008] The hinge bodies usually comprise a central portion and two end portions positioned at opposite ends of the central portion . The end portions include flange areas on which the fastening means to the frame or to the door or door leaf are formed and / or housed, for example, through holes for the fixing screws . The front faces of the flange areas usually include functional elements ( such as screw holes , abutment and locking elements , etc . ) that remain visible on the front faces themselves , resulting in a less-than-optimal visual effect when the door is open and the front faces are thus exposed . To solve this problem, it is known to apply a covering element to each of the front faces of the flange areas .

[0009] The covering element is secured to the respective front face using mechanical locking or fastening means , in certain cases also screws . Such mechanical means is sometimes inaccurate in use or difficult to handle or remove . In the case of screw-based means , the screw heads remain visible even after the front face of the flange area has been covered . Furthermore, in known hinges , after the cover is applied, a gap remains between the body of the hinge and the door (or door leaf ) or frame .

[0010] This gap not only negatively affects the hinge ' s aesthetics but can also easily deteriorate with use . Moreover, dust , dirt , and cleaning product residues tend to accumulate in the gap between the body of the hinge and the door (or door leaf ) or the frame, making them difficult to remove .

[0011] Aim of the invention

[0012] The aim of this invention is to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks .

[0013] In particular, the aim of the invention is to prevent damage to the area of the door (or door leaf ) or the frame surrounding the body of the hinge inserted in its respective cavity .

[0014] A further aim of the present invention is to provide a cover for a hinge for doors and / or door leaves that can be easily applied to and removed from the front face of the respective flange area, without causing any visual impairment to it .

[0015] According to the present invention, a cover is provided for a hinge, in particular for doors and / or door leaves , wherein the hinge comprises a first body and a second body of the hinge connected together by an articulation device that allows the relative movement of the first body and the second body of the hinge between a first configuration, corresponding to an open condition of the hinge, and a second configuration, corresponding to a closed condition of the hinge, the first body of the hinge and / or the second body of the hinge being adapted to be inserted and secured in a cavity of a respective structure, wherein the cover comprises at least one substantially flat element adapted to overlap at least partially the cavity so that , in use, the edge of the flat element overlaps at least partially the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity, and fastening means associated with the substantially flat element and adapted to removably secure the cover to the structure, wherein the fastening means comprises magnetic interaction means between the cover and the first body of the hinge and / or the second body of the hinge, wherein the magnetic interaction means generates magnetic interaction forces resulting in the cover being removably secured to the first body and / or to the second body of the hinge, when the cover is placed adjacent to the first body and / or to the second body of the hinge .

[0016] The cover can thus be inserted into the cavity, overlapping the area of the door leaf or door or frame surrounding the cavity itself , thus providing protection for the gap between the body of the hinge and the door leaf or door or frame .

[0017] The use of magnetic means allows the cover to be attached to the respective body of the hinge so that no foreign objects are visible .

[0018] According to another aspect of the present invention, a hinge is provided having the characteristics defined in claim 13 .

[0019] Brief description of the drawings

[0020] Further advantages and features of this invention will be more apparent in the detailed description that follows , made with reference to the attached drawings , which represent a non-limiting example of its implementation, wherein :

[0021] - Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of a hinge in the open state and its respective covers in a first embodiment of this invention;

[0022] - Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view, partially exploded, of the hinge of Figure 1 ; - Figure 3 illustrates the hinge of Figure 1 with the covers applied;

[0023] - Figure 4 illustrates a front view of the hinge of Figure 3 inserted into a door leaf and a frame ;

[0024] - Figure 5 illustrates a side view of the hinge of Figure 4 , with a sectional detail ;

[0025] - Figure 6 illustrates the detail of Figure 5 ;

[0026] - Figure 7 illustrates a section VII-VII of Figure 4 ;

[0027] - Figure 8 illustrates a plan view of the hinge of Figure 3 , with two sectional details ;

[0028] - Figure 9 illustrates the first detail of Figure 8 ;

[0029] - Figure 10 shows the second detail of Figure 8 ;

[0030] - Figure 11 illustrates a perspective view of a hinge in the open state and its covers in a second embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] - Figure 12 illustrates a hinge to which the covers of Figure 11 are applied .

[0032] Detailed Description

[0033] With reference to the figures , a hinge 1 for doors and / or doors leaves comprises a first body 11 of the hinge and a second body 12 of the hinge connected together by an articulation device 2 that allows the relative movement of the first body 11 of the hinge and the second body 12 of the hinge between a first configuration, corresponding to an open condition of the hinge 1 , and a second configuration, corresponding to a closed condition of the hinge 1 . The open / closed condition of the hinge 1 corresponds to the open / closed condition of the door or door leaf . The relative movement of the first body 11 of the hinge with respect to the second body 12 of the hinge (and vice versa) is usually a rotational motion about an axis (typically a vertical one ) , which may be either fixed in space or movable, depending on the geometry of the hinge 1 , and in particular on the characteristics of its articulation device 2 .

[0034] The hinge can be applied to doors , windows , or furniture, particularly to their respective doors leaves .

[0035] The first body 11 of the hinge 1 is adapted to be inserted and secured in a cavity 110 of a first structure 101 , such as a frame or a door leaf (or a door) or frame . The second body 12 of the hinge 1 is adapted to be inserted and secured in a respective cavity 120 of a second structure 102 , such as a door leaf or a door or a frame (Figure 7 ) .

[0036] Preferably, the first body 11 of the hinge can be embedded into a respective cavity 110 of a first structure 101 , such as a frame or a door leaf or a door, whereas the second body 12 of the hinge can be embedded into a respective cavity 120 of a second structure 102 , such as a door leaf or a door or a frame, in the closed condition of the hinge 1 , the articulation device 2 being housed in a seat defined in combination by the first 11 and the second 12 body of the hinge . In this way, the hinge 1 can be concealed (invisible from both sides of the door or door leaf ) .

[0037] At least one of the first body 11 of the hinge and the second body 12 of the hinge comprises a main portion 13 , 14 with which the articulation device 2 is associated .

[0038] The main portion may be composed of multiple elements (even nested within each other) to allow for adjustments . The articulation device may be connected to one or more elements that constitute the main portion of the body of the hinge .

[0039] At least one of the first body 11 of the hinge and the second body 12 of the hinge comprises at least one flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 associated with the main portion 13 , 14 (preferably in one piece with, or integral with the latter) . The flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 protrudes outward from the main portion 13 , 14 and houses fastening means of the hinge 1 to a respective frame or door leaf or door.

[0040] The flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 can be made as a single body (in a single piece) with the main portion 13, 14. Alternatively, the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 can be made separately from the main portion 13, 14 and made integral with it with suitable engagement means (in particular with engagement means that can guarantee its movement with respect to the main portion 13, 14, with the aim of achieving a possible adjustment of the hinge) and / or with suitable locking systems and / or means. The flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 can comprise a plurality of pieces associated with each other. Preferably, as shown in particular in Figure 2, the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 is made in two parts: one in one piece (or formed in a single piece) with the main portion, and the other made integral with the first.

[0041] Fastening means for securing the hinge 1 to a respective frame or door leaf are housed in the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 and are exemplified in the figures by one or more through holes designed to receive respective screws for fastening the hinge 1 to the frame, door, or door leaf. In the embodiment illustrated in the figures, the first body 11 of the hinge and / or the second body 12 of the hinge comprises a first flange portion 131, 141 at one end of the main portion 13, 14 and a second flange portion 132, 142 arranged at the opposite end.

[0042] Preferably, as illustrated in figure 2, at least one portion of the flange 131, 132, 141, 142 provides a respective cavity 15, 16, 17, 18 and comprises an insert 19, 20, 21, 22 that can be removably housed in the cavity 15, 16, 17, 18.

[0043] The insert 19, 20, 21, 22 can be made of plastic. The insert 19, 20, 21, 22 preferably houses at least part of the fastening means of the hinge 1 to the frame or to the door or door leaf (illustrated in the attached figures as through holes for the fixing screws) .

[0044] In the bottom portion of the cavity 15, 16, 17, 18 in which the insert 19, 20, 21, 22 is housed, corresponding parts of the same fixing means can be obtained (specifically illustrated in the figures as additional through holes that communicate with those made in the insert) .

[0045] At least one cover 3 is applied to the hinge 1. According to the present invention, the cover comprises at least one substantially flat element 4 adapted to at least partially overlap the cavity 110 , 120 so that , in use, the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4 at least partially overlaps the portion of the structure 101 , 102 surrounding the cavity 110 , 120 , and fastening means associated with the substantially flat element 4 and adapted to removably secure the cover to the structure 101 , 102 , wherein the fastening means comprises magnetic interaction means between the cover and the first body 11 of the hinge and / or the second body 12 of the hinge 1 , wherein the magnetic interaction means generate magnetic interaction forces that cause the cover to be removably secured to the first body 11 of the hinge and / or the second body 12 of the hinge 1 when the cover is placed against the first body 11 of the hinge and / or the second body 12 of the hinge 1 .

[0046] The cover 3 is thus associated with the respective body 11 , 12 of the hinge, overlapping the area of the structure (door leaf or door or frame ) surrounding the cavity itself , thus providing protection for the gap formed between the body 11 , 12 of the hinge and the structure in which it is inserted (Figures 4-10 ) . Preferably, the removable fastening means comprises magnetic interaction means between the cover and a respective flange portion of the first body 11 of the hinge and / or the second body 12 , of the hinge when the cover 3 is placed against a front face of the respective flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 , thereby allowing the removable fastening of the cover to the flange portion itself .

[0047] The use of magnetic means allows the cover to be attached to the respective flange portion of the body of the hinge without any visible foreign elements , thus achieving a valuable optical / aesthetic effect . Advantageously, the cover 3 comprises at least one protruding portion 7 associated with the substantially flat element 4 , in which the protruding portion 7 extends in a substantially perpendicular direction to the substantially flat element 4 and is positioned in the internal area of the substantially flat element 4 at a predefined distance from the edge 5 so as to be inserted into the internal surface of the cavity of the structure when the first body 11 and / or the second body 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted into the respective cavity 110 , 120 of the structure .

[0048] Preferably, the substantially flat element 4 has a thickness of between approximately 0 . 3 mm and approximately 2 mm, preferably between approximately 0 . 4 mm and approximately 1 mm .

[0049] Advantageously, the edge 5 of the flat element 4 overlaps the portion of the structure by a distance between approximately 0 . 5 mm and approximately 2 mm . Preferably, the protruding portion 7 extends in a direction substantially perpendicular to the flat element for a length between approximately 0 . 5 mm and approximately 2 mm .

[0050] The length of the protruding portion in the direction perpendicular to the flat element can vary .

[0051] Preferably, the cover 3 comprises at least one wing 91 associated with the substantially flat element 4 , the wing 91 being adapted to be inserted into the gap between the structure and the first body 11 and / or the second body 12 of the hinge 1 when the first body 11 and / or the second body 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted into the cavity 110 , 120 of the structure .

[0052] In particular, the wing 91 is substantially rectilinear .

[0053] In a preferred embodiment , the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4 has two rectilinear and parallel portions 51 and two wings 91 , 92 , each wing 91 , 92 being arranged in proximity to each rectilinear portion 51 of the edge 5 .

[0054] Each wing 91 , 92 is arranged internally with respect to the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4 .

[0055] The wings 91 , 92 are adapted to be inserted into the gap between a respective portion of the body of the hinge and the cavity in which the body is inserted .

[0056] Advantageously, the magnetic interaction means between the cover 3 and the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 comprises at least one localized portion of the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 , in particular an area of a flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 , having magnetic characteristics that generate a magnetic field acting on parts of the cover 3 which are sensitive to the magnetic field .

[0057] The localized portion can be formed using one or more permanent magnets or portions of permanent magnets .

[0058] The localized portion can be formed using one or more areas of ferromagnetic material previously subjected to the action of a strong magnetic field until it becomes permanently magnetized with the desired characteristics .

[0059] The localized portion can be formed by dispersing a certain percentage of portions of the magnetic material in localized areas of a matrix devoid of magnetic characteristics , generating a magnetic field that acts on parts sensitive to the magnetic field . In particular, portions of permanent magnet or permanently magnetized material can be dispersed in the desired direction .

[0060] The cover 3 may feature at least one localized portion made of material which is sensitive to the magnetic field and attracted by it , and affected by the magnetic field generated by the localized portion of the body of the hinge .

[0061] The localized portion of cover 3 may be made of one or more portions of material with a predetermined magnetic susceptibility, such that it is subjected to the action of the magnetic field generated by the localized portion of the body of the hinge in the desired manner . This effect may be achieved in particular by dispersing portions of the material with the predetermined magnetic susceptibility value in one or more areas / zones of a matrix of low magnetic susceptibility material, from which the cover is made, particularly the substantially flat element . This effect may also be achieved by inserting areas or elements of material with the predetermined magnetic susceptibility value into appropriate locations in this matrix . Advantageously, each localized portion of a respective flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 having magnetic characteristics corresponds to at least one respective localized portion of the cover 3 , in particular the substantially flat element 4 , made of material sensitive to the magnetic field and attracted by it . In this way, when the cover 3 is brought close to the flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 , the magnetic attraction effect is effectively determined and therefore the coupling between the two parts . Preferably, at least the face of the substantially flat element of the cover 3 intended to face the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 is made of a material with a predetermined magnetic susceptibility value, in particular a metallic material with sensitivity to the magnetic field, for example iron or steel .

[0062] In a preferred embodiment , the protruding portion 7 and / or the substantially flat element 4 of the cover 3 comprises at least one portion made of material sensitive to a magnetic field .

[0063] Advantageously, the cover 3 is made entirely of a material with a predetermined magnetic susceptibility value, particularly metallic material, such as iron or steel. The cover 3 can be made of plastic or metallic material that is not sensitive to magnetic fields, such as a zinc-aluminum alloy (commonly called "zama") . In this case, the portion of cover 3 that is positioned on the front face of the body portion 11, 12 of the hinge at the localized portion may include a magnetic fieldsensitive element.

[0064] The cover 3 is affected by the magnetic field generated by the localized portion of the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 when the cover 3 is placed against its respective front face, resulting in its removable attachment to the same front face.

[0065] The localized portion is advantageously arranged at a portion of the flange 131, 132, 141, 142.

[0066] The localized portion of the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 having magnetic characteristics may be a permanently magnetized area of the front face. Preferably, at least a localized portion of a flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 comprises at least one magnet 30 inserted into a respective seat 31 formed in the respective flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142.

[0067] The seat 31 is advantageously formed in the front face 133, 134, 143, 144. The magnet 30 is inserted into the seat 31 along a direction perpendicular to the front face 133, 134, 143, 144. The seat 31 provides an opening for the insertion of the magnet 30 and at least one abutment surface for the magnet 30 on the opposite side. In one embodiment, the magnet 30 is included between the cover element 3 and parts of the respective flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142.

[0068] In the embodiment illustrated in the figures, the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 provides a cavity 15, 16, 17, 18 and includes an insert 19, 20, 21, 22 that can be removably housed in the cavity 15, 16, 17, 18. The seat 31 of the magnet 30 is advantageously obtained on said insert 19, 20, 21, 22 (figure 2) .

[0069] The magnetic interaction means 7 between the cover 3 and the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 may comprise at least a localized portion of the cover 3 having magnetic characteristics that generate a magnetic field acting on magnetically sensitive parts of the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1, particularly an area of a flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142.

[0070] At least a localized portion of the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1, particularly an area of a flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142, may be made of material which is sensitive to the magnetic field and attracted by it and affected by the magnetic field generated by the localized portion of the cover 3 .

[0071] The localized portion of the cover 3 may be made of one or more permanent magnets or portions of permanent magnets .

[0072] The localized portion of the cover 3 can be made using one or more areas of ferromagnetic material previously subjected to a strong magnetic field until it becomes permanently magnetized with the desired characteristics .

[0073] In a preferred embodiment , the protruding portion 7 and / or the substantially flat element 4 of the cover 3 comprises at least one localized portion with magnetic characteristics that generate a magnetic field .

[0074] The localized portion of the cover 3 can be formed by dispersing a certain percentage of portions of the material with magnetic characteristics in localized areas of a matrix free of magnetic characteristics , generating a magnetic field on parts sensitive to the magnetic field . In particular, portions of permanent magnet or permanently magnetized material can be dispersed in the desired direction .

[0075] In the embodiment illustrated in Figures 1-10 , the cover 3 is designed to overlap a respective portion of the flange 131, 132, 141, 142 of the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1.

[0076] The extension of the substantially flat element 4 is greater than the area of the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 that faces the cover 3. The edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4 extends beyond the profile of the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142, so as to overlap the portion of the structure - frame, door leaf, or door - that surrounds the cavity 110, 120 in which the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 of the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted.

[0077] In the illustrated embodiment, the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4 has two rectilinear and parallel portions 51, 52, a third rectilinear portion 53 substantially perpendicular to the two parallel portions 51, 52 and a fourth portion 54 connecting the two parallel portions 51, 52 opposite the third portion 53. The fourth portion 54 is preferably curved.

[0078] The fastening means for attaching the cover to the respective body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 comprises two wings 91, 92, each wing 91, 92 being arranged in proximity to each parallel straight portion 51, 52 of the edge 5. Each wing 91, 92 is arranged in the internal area of the substantially flat element 4, i.e. internally with respect to the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4.

[0079] The wings 91, 92 are adapted to be inserted into the gap between the cavity 110, 120, in which the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted, and the flange portion

[0080] 131, 132, 141, 142, so that at least a portion of the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4 overlaps the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity 110, 120 in which the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142 of the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted (Figures 7, 9, 10) . Preferably, the wings 91, 92 are rectilinear. Figures 11-12 show a second preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0081] The cover 300 has a substantially flat element 40 shaped so as to overlap the two flange portions 131,

[0082] 132, 141, 142 and an area 133, 134 of the central portion 13, 14 of at least one body 11, 12 of the hinge 1.

[0083] The substantially flat element 40 has a "C" shape.

[0084] The edge 50 of the substantially flat element 40 extends beyond the profile of the flange portions 131, 132, 141, 142 and beyond the profile of the central portion 13 , 14 opposite the articulation device 2 , so as to overlap at least partially with the portion of the structure - door or door leaf or frame - that surrounds the cavity 110 , 120 in which the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted .

[0085] In particular, the edge 50 of the substantially flat element 40 has a first continuous rectilinear portion 500 , a first straight section 501 parallel to the first rectilinear portion 500 , a second straight section 502 parallel to the first rectilinear portion 501 , two sections 5011 , 5012 substantially perpendicular to the first rectilinear section 501 and to the second rectilinear section 502 and extending towards the first continuous rectilinear portion 500 , a third section 503 connecting the perpendicular sections 5011 , 5012 , the third section 503 being straight and parallel to the first straight section 500 , and two connecting portions 5001 , 5002 of the continuous straight section 500 with the first straight portion 5011 and the second straight section 5012 respectively . The two connecting portions 5001 , 5002 are preferably curved .

[0086] In the embodiment illustrated in particular in Figure 11 , the fastening means preferably comprises four wings 93 , 94 , 95 , 96 . Each wing 93, 94, 95, 96 is arranged in the internal area of the substantially flat element 4, i.e. internally with respect to the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4.

[0087] Advantageously, the wings 93, 94, 95, 96 are adapted to be inserted into the gap between the cavity 110, 120 in which the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted and the flange portion 131, 132, 141, 142, so that at least a portion of the edge 50 of the substantially flat element 40 overlaps the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity 110, 120 in which the body 11, 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted. Preferably, the wings 93, 94, 95, and 96 are rectilinear.

[0088] In particular, a first wing 93 is positioned at the first rectilinear portion 501, a second wing 94 is positioned at the second rectilinear portion 502, a third wing 95 is positioned at the continuous rectilinear portion 500, substantially opposite the first wing 93, and a fourth wing 96 is positioned at the continuous rectilinear portion 500, substantially opposite the second wing 94.

[0089] In an alternative embodiment, not illustrated, the fastening means comprises at least one wing extending along the continuous straight portion 501, in particular parallel to the continuous straight portion 501 . In particular, the wing is substantially continuous . Preferably, the wing is rectilinear . The cover is preferably obtained by die-casting .

[0090] The wing is arranged in the internal area of the substantially flat element 40 , i . e . , internally with respect to the edge 50 of the substantially flat element 40 . The wing is arranged at a predetermined distance from the edge . Advantageously, the wing is adapted to be inserted into the gap between the cavity 110 , 120 in which the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted and the lateral edge of the body 11 , 12 of the hinge opposite the articulation device 2 , so that at least one portion of the edge 50 of the substantially flat element 40 overlaps the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity 110 , 120 in which the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 is inserted .

[0091] In a further embodiment , the fastening means comprises at least one wing that extends along the continuous straight portion 501 , in particular parallel to the continuous straight portion 501 , and at least one wing that extends parallel to the first straight section 501 and / or the second straight section 502 . Advantageously, the cover 3 , 300 can be obtained by cutting and bending a metal sheet .

[0092] Alternatively, the cover 3 , 300 can be obtained by molding .

[0093] The cover 3 , 300 can be made as a single piece or by attaching the wings to the substantially flat element 4 , 40 .

[0094] Advantageously, the protruding portion is obtained by bending at least one portion of the edge 5 , 50 of the substantially flat element 40 .

[0095] In particular, the parallel straight sections of the edge 5 , 50 are bent .

[0096] As illustrated in particular in Figures 6, 9, and 10 (which may refer to either the first or the second embodiment of the cover) , the portion of the edge 5 is preferably first folded over the flat element 4 so as to overlap it , and then folded in a direction substantially perpendicular to the flat element 4 so as to form the protrusion that will be inserted into the gap between the cavity 110 , 120 and the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 , in particular a flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 of the body 11 , 12 of the hinge .

[0097] The edge 5 may also be bent at the connecting portions . In the embodiment illustrated in particular in Figures 6, 9, and 10 , the front face of the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 , and in particular the flange portion 131 , 132 , 141 , 142 of the body 11 , 12 of the hinge 1 , has a substantially straight recess 130 , 140 on each longitudinal side . The recess 130 , 140 allow the wings to be inserted in contact with the inner surface of the cavity 110 , 120 .

[0098] In the embodiment illustrated, the area of the flat element 4 corresponding to the connecting portions of the edge 5 has no protrusions .

[0099] In an alternative embodiment , not illustrated, the cover 3 may have a protrusion, such as a wing, associated with the substantially flat element 4 at the connection portion and adapted to be inserted into the gap between the cavity and the front face of the body of the hinge, particularly a flange portion of the body of the hinge, or into a corresponding opening or recess in the body of the hinge, particularly the front face of a flange portion of the body of the hinge .

[0100] In an alternative embodiment , the wings are arranged in a more central area of the substantially flat element 4 and are adapted to be inserted into corresponding openings or recesses in the body of the hinge particularly the flange portion of the body of the hinge . The wings may be adapted to be inserted into contact with corresponding portions of the body of the hinge, particularly the flange portion of the body of the hinge .

[0101] In the embodiment illustrated in particular in Figures 9 and 10 (which may refer to either the first or second embodiment of the cover) , the edge 5 of the substantially flat element 4 of the cover 3 rests on the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity after being folded . In other words , the substantially flat element 4 rests on the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity with its folded portion .

[0102] In an alternative embodiment , the wings are fixed to the substantially flat element and the edge is not folded, so that the substantially flat element rests on the movable structure .

[0103] In a further embodiment , not illustrated, the fastening means comprises a profile associated with the substantially flat element , in which the profile is adapted to be inserted into the gap between the structure and the first and / or second body of the hinge when the first and / or second body of the hinge is inserted into the respective cavity . The profile is positioned in the internal area of the substantially flat element , i . e . , internally with respect to the edge of the substantially flat element . The profile is positioned close to the edge and at a predefined distance from it .

[0104] The profile may be substantially continuous . The profile may extend parallel to the parallel rectilinear portions and the connecting portions of the edge, so as to form an open broken line .

[0105] The profile is inserted into the gap between at least one body of the hinge and the structure thereof , i . e . the door leaf , door, or frame, and the portion of the flat element of the cover between the profile and the edge resting on the structure . The gap is therefore closed, not visible, and remains protected by the cover .

[0106] In an alternative embodiment , the profile is inserted into a corresponding seat , such as an opening or groove, made in the body of the hinge, in particular in the front face of at least one flange portion, so that the edge of the substantially flat element rests on the portion of the structure surrounding the cavity . In this way, the gap between the body of the hinge and the cavity is closed, not visible, and remains protected by the cover .

[0107] The invention achieves significant advantages . A system for covering the body of the hinge, in particular the front faces of the flange portions , is obtained which allows for an aesthetic / optical effect without any defects or visibility of functional elements that could detract from the aesthetic impression . The connection between the cover elements and the respective flange portions is reliable and accurate .

[0108] The cover is associated with the hinge so that , when the body of the hinge is inserted into the cavity, the edge of the substantially flat element rests on the portion of the mobile structure surrounding the cavity, closing the gap between the body of the hinge and the cavity, which is therefore not visible and remains protected by the cover .

[0109] The combination of the magnetic means with the presence of at least one protruding portion associated with the substantially flat element of the cover is advantageous , as it makes the assembly and disassembly of the cover onto the respective portion of the body of the hinge particularly simple, while ensuring a secure and precise positioning of the cover thereon .

Claims

CLAIMS1. Hinge cover, in particular for doors and / or door leaves, wherein the hinge comprises a first body (11) and a second (12) body of the hinge connected together by an articulation device (2) which allows the relative movement of the first body (11) and the second body (12) of the hinge between a first configuration, corresponding to an opening condition of the hinge (1) , and a second configuration, corresponding to a closing condition of the hinge (1) , the first body (11) of the hinge and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) being adapted to be inserted and fixed in a cavity (110, 120) of a respective structure (101, 102) , wherein the cover comprises at least one substantially flat element (4; 40) adapted to overlap at least partially the cavity (110, 120) so that, in use, the edge (5; 50) of the flat element (4; 40) overlaps at least partially the portion of the structure (101, 102) surrounding the cavity (110, 120) , and fastening means associated with the substantially flat element (4; 40) and adapted to removably secure the cover to the structure (101, 102) , wherein the fastening means comprises magnetic interaction means between the cover and the first body (11) of the hinge and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) , wherein the magneticinteraction means generates magnetic interaction forces that cause the cover to be removably fixed to the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) , when the cover is placed next to the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) .

2. Cover according to claim 1, characterized in that the fastening means comprises at least one protruding portion (7) associated with the substantially flat element (4; 40) , wherein the protruding portion (7) extends in a substantially perpendicular direction to the substantially flat element (4; 40) and is arranged in the internal area of the flat element (4; 40) at a predefined distance from the edge (5; 50) so as to be inserted at the internal surface of the cavity (110, 120) when the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) is inserted and secured in the cavity (110, 120) of the respective structure (101,102) .

3. Cover according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the fastening means comprises at least one protruding portion (7) associated with the substantially flat element (4; 40) , wherein the protruding portion (7) extends in a substantially perpendicular direction to the substantially flat element (4; 40) and is arranged in the internal area ofthe flat element (4; 40) at a predefined distance from the edge (5; 50) so as to engage a corresponding portion of the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) to fix the cover to the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) .

4. Cover according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fastening means comprises at least one wing (91, 92, 93, 94) associated with the substantially flat element (4; 40) , the wing (91, 92, 93, 94) being adapted to be inserted into the gap between the internal surface of the cavity (110, 120) of the structure (101, 102) and the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) when the first body (11) and / or the second body of the hinge is inserted into the cavity (110, 120) or being adapted to engage a corresponding portion of the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) to secure the cover to the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) .

5. Cover according to claim 4, characterized in that the wing (91, 92, 93, 94) is substantially rectilinear.

6. Cover according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that the edge (5; 50) of the substantially flat element (4; 40) has at least two rectilinear and parallel portions (51, 52; 501, 502) and two wings (91, 92)each wing (91, 92) being arranged in proximity to each rectilinear portion (51, 52; 501, 502) of the edge (5, 50) .

7. Cover according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fastening means comprises a profile associated with the substantially flat element (4; 40) , wherein the profile is adapted to be inserted into the gap between the structure (101, 102) and the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) when the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) is inserted into the cavity (110, 120) or being adapted to engage a corresponding portion of the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) to secure the cover to the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge (1) .

8. Cover according to any of the preceding claims 2-7, characterized in that the protruding portion (7) is obtained by bending at least one portion of the edge (5; 50) of the substantially flat element (4; 40) first onto the substantially flat element (4; 40) and then perpendicularly to the substantially flat element (4; 40) .

9. Cover according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises at least one portion made of material sensitive to a magnetic field.

10. Cover according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that it is made of material sensitive to a magnetic field, preferably steel.

11. Cover according to any of the preceding claims 1-8, characterized in that it comprises at least one localized portion having magnetic characteristics generating a magnetic field acting on parts sensitive to the magnetic field of the body (11, 12) of the hinge (1) , in particular an area of a flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) .

12. Cover according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the localized portion comprises one or more permanent magnets or permanent magnet portions .

13. Hinge (1) , in particular for doors and / or door leaves, comprising a first body (11) and a second (12) body of the hinge connected together by an articulation device (2) which allows the relative movement of the first body (11) and the second (12) body of the hinge between a first configuration, corresponding to an opening condition of the hinge (1) , and a second configuration, corresponding to a closing condition of the hinge (1) , wherein the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge is adapted to be inserted and fixed in a cavity (110, 120) of a respectivestructure (101, 102) , the hinge being characterized by the fact that it comprises a cover according to any of the preceding claims .

14. Hinge according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the edge (5; 50) of the substantially flat element (4; 40) extends, in use, beyond the profile of the portion of the body (11, 12) of the hinge to which the cover (3; 300) is applied, so as to overlap the portion of the structure (101, 102) that surrounds the cavity (110, 120) in which the portion of the body (11, 12) of the hinge is inserted.

15. Hinge according to any of the preceding claims 13- 14, characterized in that it comprises magnetic interaction means for removably fixing the cover (3; 300) to the first body (11) and / or to the second body (12) of the hinge.

16. Hinge according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the magnetic interaction means comprises at least one localized portion of the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) of the hinge having magnetic characteristics generating a magnetic field acting on parts of the cover sensitive to the magnetic field.

17. Hinge according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the localized portion havingmagnetic characteristics comprises at least one seat (31) and at least one magnet (30) inserted in the seat (31) .

18. Hinge according to any of the preceding claims 16-17, characterized in that each localized portion of the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) having magnetic characteristics corresponds to at least one respective localized portion of the cover (3; 300) made of material sensitive to the magnetic field and attracted by it.

19. Hinge according to any of the preceding claims 13-18, wherein the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) comprises- a main portion (13, 14) with which the articulation device (2) is associated;- at least one flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) associated with the main portion (13, 14) and which protrudes towards the outside of the latter, the flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) housing fastening means of the hinge (1) to the respective first (101) and / or second structure (102) , characterized in that the cover overlaps, in use, at least the flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) which houses the fastening means of the hinge (1) .

20. Hinge according to any of the preceding claims 13-18, wherein the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) comprises- a main portion (13, 14) with which the articulation device (2) is associated;- a first flange portion (131, 141) extending from a first end of the main portion (13, 14) ;- a second flange portion (132, 142) extending from a second end of the main portion (13, 14) opposite the first end;- a first cover (3) adapted to overlap, in use, the first flange portion (131, 141) and a second cover (3) adapted to overlap, in use, the second flange portion (132, 142) .

21. Hinge according to any of the preceding claims 13- 18, wherein the first body (11) and / or the second body (12) comprises- a main portion (13, 14) with which the articulation device (2) is associated;- a first flange portion (131, 141) extending from a first end of the main portion (13, 14) ;- a second flange portion (132, 142) extending from a second end of the main portion (13, 14) opposite the first end;- a cover (300) adapted to overlap, in use, the first flange portion (131, 141) , the second flange portion(132, 142) , and at least partially the main portion (13, 14) .

22. Hinge according to any of the preceding claims 19- 21, characterized in that at least one flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) comprises at least one localized portion having magnetic characteristics.

23. Hinge according to the preceding claim, characterized in that said at least one localized portion of said respective flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) having magnetic characteristics is a permanently magnetized area of the front face of the flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) .

24. Hinge according to any of claims 22-23, characterized in that said at least one localized portion of said respective flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) comprises at least one magnet (30) inserted in a respective seat (31) obtained in the respective flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) , in particular in the front face of the flange portion (131, 132, 141, 142) .

25. Hinge according to any of claims 13-21, characterized in that it comprises at least one portion made of material sensitive to a magnetic field, preferably steel.

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