Adjustable frame for various panel thicknesses

Abstract

A frame assembly (100) for a panel (102) comprising a first frame member (104) 5 having a locking unit (108) extending perpendicular to a first vertical member (202) A second frame member (106) having a counter locking unit (110) and at least one bump (112) adapted to facilitate easy mounting and de-mounting of said panel (102) from the frame assembly (100); The first frame member (104) and second frame member (106) are mechanically coupled via the locking unit (108) and the counter 10 locking unit (110) to hold the panel (102) therebetween. The frame assembly (100) further includes at least one gasket that is placed detachably at a provision of both the first vertical member and the second vertical member each. The panel (102) is a glazing, wood, steel mesh, foam, wool, fibre, polymer, and display.

Description

[0001] ADJUSTABLE FRAME FOR VARIOUS PANEL THICKNESSES TECHNICAL FIELD

[0002] The present disclosure relates to a panel frame assembly, and more particularly it relates to an adjustable frame system to accommodate panels of varying thicknesses, and a method thereof.

[0003] BACKGROUND

[0004] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed disclosure, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

[0005] Generally, the glass frame assembly / partition systems, for example in office buildings, department stores, banks, etc., with fixed glass elements and frameless doors, such as revolving doors, have slender, the overall visual impression as little disturbing door frames and glazing strips on walls, ceilings, and the floor. Moreover, the conventional systems required different type of C-sectioned / U-Sectioned profiles for different thickness panels / glazing. Difficulties occur in conventional profile systems when different profile sets must be kept in stock and used for different glass thicknesses of the fixed glass elements. Furthermore, conventional profile systems are usually not suitable for easy installation. Also, it is even more difficult to separate the glass from the frame assembly.

[0006] Reference is made to AT 508760 Bi a similar glass receiving profile is known, which has two respective one-piece profile cheeks whose first edge regions fix the glass element and whose second edge regions abut slidably on a height-adjustable base profile. One of the two profile cheeks has a base region with a laterally opening grooveinto which engages an elastic spring element of the second profile cheek. An adaptation to different glass thicknesses is not provided.

[0007] It has been observed that all this prior art is directed height adjustable solution. Known in the art are solutions like a glass / panel receiving profile having a base region, a profile integrally formed with the base region, and a profile cheek which can be clipped on after insertion of a glass / panel element art solutions are also directed towards the frame and height adjustment. Though the prior art reference discloses about locking of the profile cheeks. There are no provisions for any kind of thickness adjustment and demounting of the glass / panel.

[0008] In view of the prior art discussed hitherto, it has been observed that there is a requirement of frame assembly for a panel meant for adjusting a receiving space of the frame assembly as per the thickness of the panel which can be easily installed and uninstalled.

[0009] SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE

[0010] An object of the present invention is to provide a solution to overcome the drawbacks of the prior art.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a frame assembly for variable thickness panels.

[0012] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide an easy installable panel framing without the need of screwing, nailing the frame with a panel.

[0013] Still another object of the present invention is to provide a demountable framing assembly for the panel with less effort and easy dismantling process.A further object of the present invention is to provide a panel frame assembly having a means for increased insulation with gasket attachments.

[0014] In an aspect of the present invention is provided a frame assembly for a panel, comprising: a first frame member having a locking unit extending perpendicular to a first vertical member; characterized in that, a second frame member having a counter locking unit and at least one bump adapted to facilitate easy mounting and de-mounting of said panel from the frame assembly; and wherein said first frame member and second frame member are mechanically coupled via the locking unit and the counter locking unit to hold the panel therebetween.

[0015] In another aspect of the present invention is disclosed a method of installation of a panel in a frame assembly comprising: positioning the first vertical member of the first frame member and the second frame member parallel to each other; positioning a distal end of a locking unit of the first frame member against a provision (A) of the second frame member to receive the first frame member; placing at least one gasket at a second gasket provision; placing the panel between the first frame member and the second frame member; moving the first frame member and the second frame member against each other angularly; inserting at least one gasket at a first gasket provision;

[0016] and interlocking such that the locking unit and a counter locking unit of the second frame members each other to hold the panel unit.

[0017] In another aspect of the present invention is disclosed a method of dismantling of a panel in a frame assembly comprises, removing a gasket from the first frame member that creates a provision for tilting the first frame member;

[0018] tilting the first frame member and unlocking a locking unit and a counter locking unit; releasing the first frame member from the second frame member; and

[0019] detaching the panel from the frame assembly.These and other objects of the invention are achieved by the following aspects of the invention. The following disclosure presents a simplified summary of the invention in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the invention. This presents some concept of the invention in a simplified form to a more detailed description of the invention presented later. It is a comprehensive summary of the disclosure, and it is not an extensive overview of the present invention. The intend of this summary is to provide a fundamental understanding of some of the aspects of the present invention.

[0020] The significant features of the present invention and the advantages of the same will be apparent to a person skilled in the art from the detailed description that follows in conjunction with the annexed drawings.

[0021] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS

[0022] The following briefly describes the accompanying drawings, illustrating the technical solution of the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, for assisting the understanding of a person skilled in the art to comprehend the invention. It would be apparent that the accompanying drawings in the following description merely show some embodiments of the present invention, and persons skilled in the art can derive other drawings from the accompanying drawings without deviating from the scope of the disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 1 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a frame assembly with a panel, according to an embodiment herein.

[0024] FIG. 2 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a first frame member, according to an embodiment herein.FIG. 3 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a second frame member, according to an embodiment herein.

[0025] FIG. 4-7 illustrates a step-by-step cross-sectional view of panel installation into the frame assembly, according to an embodiment herein.

[0026] FIG. 8-10 illustrates a step-by-step cross-sectional view of panel removal from the frame assembly, according to an embodiment herein.

[0027] FIG. 11 A-l ID illustrate a cross-sectional view of a frame assembly designed for pabs of varying thickness, according to an embodiment herein.

[0028] FIG. 12 illustrates a perspective view of a frame assembly, according to according to an embodiment herein.

[0029] FIG. 13 illustrates the method of installing a panel to a frame assembly, according to according to an embodiment herein.

[0030] FIG. 14 illustrates the method of dismantling a panel to a frame assembly, according to according to an embodiment herein.

[0031] Persons skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the disclosure.

[0032] DETAILED DESCRIPTIONThe present disclosure is now discussed in more detail referring to the drawings that accompany the present application. It would be appreciated by a skilled person that this description to assist the understanding of the invention, but these are to be regarded as merely exemplary.

[0033] The terms and words used in the following description are not limited to the bibliographical meanings and the same are used to enable a clear and consistent understanding of the invention. Accordingly, the terms / phrases are to be read in the context of the disclosure and not in isolation. Additionally, descriptions of well-known functions and constructions are omitted for clarity and conciseness.

[0034] The one or more embodiments of the present invention is directed towards a frame assembly for a panel. In a preferred embodiment includes the frame assembly adapted to hold a variable thickness panel. The frame rather the combination of frame setup as per this embodiment is configured to hold a variable thickness panels one or more sides of the panel. The frame assembly comprises a plurality of frame members with a locking unit and a counter locking unit to latch the plurality of frame members. The frame assembly comprises a bump on at least one frame member for easy install and dismantling the panel from the frame member.

[0035] Reference is made to FIG. 1 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a frame assembly (100) with panel (102), as per one embodiment of the invention. It includes a first frame member (104), a second frame member (106), a locking unit (108), a counter locking unit (110), a first gasket (116), a second gasket (114), and a bump (112). The first frame member (104) equipped with the locking unit (108) that extends perpendicular to the first vertical member (202). The second frame member (106) comprises the counter locking unit (110) and the bump (112) to facilitate easy mounting and demounting of the panel (102).The counter locking unit (110) and the bump (112) are connected to a second vertical member (302) of the second frame member (106), creating a provision (A) to receive the first frame member (104). The locking unit (108) includes multiple first protrusions on a surface facing multiple second protrusions on the counter locking unit (112) of the second frame member (106), facilitating the coupling of the two frame members. The first protrusions and the second protrusions may be a triangular protrusion. The second frame member (106) is mechanically coupled with the first frame member (104) via the locking unit (108) and the counter locking unit (110), securing the panel unit (102) between them.

[0036] The first gasket (116) that is detachably placed at a first provision (204) of the first vertical member (104). The second gasket (114) that is detachably placed at a second provision (304) of the second vertical member (106). The first gasket (116) and second gaskets (114) are made from materials like rubber, sponge, PU, Silicone, EPDM, TPU. The panel (102) is at least one of glazing, wood, steel mesh, foam, wool, fibre, polymer, and display.

[0037] FIG. 2 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a first frame member (104), according to an embodiment herein. The first frame member (104) equipped with the locking unit (108) that extends perpendicular to the first vertical member (202). The locking unit (108) includes multiple first protrusions. The protrusion may be in triangular or semi-circular or other possible shape to engage with the counter locking unit (110). The multiple first protrusions are arranged like an array or non-array structure.

[0038] FIG. 3 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a second frame member, according to an embodiment herein. The second frame member (106) comprises the counter locking unit (110) and the bump (112) to facilitate easy mounting and de-mounting of the panel unit (102). Further, the bump (112) may be located at the distal end of the second framemember (106). The first and second frame members (104, 106) may be made from materials such as aluminium, GI steel, or UPVC.

[0039] The counter locking unit (110) and the bump (112) are connected to a second vertical member (302) of the second frame member (106), creating a provision (A) to receive the first frame member (104). The counter locking unit (110) includes multiple second protrusions. The multiple second protrusions may be in triangular or semi-circular or other possible shape to engage with the locking unit (108). The multiple second protrusions are arranged like an array or non-array structure.

[0040] FIG. 4-7 illustrates a step-by-step cross-sectional view of panel (102) installation into the frame assembly (100), according to an embodiment herein. The second frame member (106) includes the second vertical member (302). The second vertical member (302) includes the second provision (304) configured to receive the second gasket (114). The second gasket (114) placed at the second provision (304). The panel (102) placed adjacent to the second gasket (114) and parallel to the second vertical member (302). The locking unit (108) of the first frame member (104) includes multiple first protrusions on a surface facing multiple second protrusions on the counter locking unit (112) of the second frame member (106), facilitating the coupling of the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106). The locking unit (108) of the first frame member (106) inserted into a provision (A) between the counter locking unit (110) and the bump (112) of the second frame member (106). The multiple first protrusions of the locking unit (108) and the multiple second protrusions of the counter locking unit (110) are engaged one by one based on the thickness of the panel (102). After the insertion of the first frame member (104), there will be some amount of space (A’) is available to support for dismantling the frame assembly (100) and the panel (102). The first frame member (104) includes the first vertical member (202). The first gasket (116) is inserted into the first provision (204) of the first vertical member (202).FIG. 8-10 illustrates a step-by-step cross-sectional view of panel (102) removal from the frame assembly (100), according to an embodiment herein. The first gasket (116) is removed from the first provision (204) of the first vertical member (202). Thus, loosening the panel (102) from the frame assembly (100) and leaves a gap (802) between the first frame member (104) and the panel (102). The first frame member (104) is tilted and unlocked the counter locking unit (110) from the locking unit (108). An opposite surface of the locking unit (108) lies on the bump (112) of the second frame member (106) and that supports for tilting as a tilting contact point. After tilting the first frame member (104), the first frame member (104) can be released completely from the frame assembly (100).

[0041] FIG. 11 A-l ID illustrate a cross-sectional view of a frame assembly designed for panels of varying thickness, according to an embodiment herein. The thickness of the panel (1102) shown FIG. 11 A is lesser thickness of the panel (1112) than the FIG. 1 IB. The locking position (LI) and (L2) also varied. Similarly, the thickness of the panel (1122) shown FIG. 11 C has higher than the thickness of the panel (1112). The locking position (L2) and (L3) also varied. Further, the thickness of the panel (1132) shown FIG. 1 ID has higher than the thickness of the panel (1122). The locking position (L3) and (L4) also varied.

[0042] FIG. 12 illustrates a perspective a frame assembly (100), according to according to an embodiment herein. The frame assembly (100) includes at least one fixed frame member. The frame assembly (100) comprises includes at least one fixed gasket. In addition, the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106) may be mad up of light weight and high strength materials. Also, the frame assembly (100) provides aesthetic advantage as well. The frame assembly (100) may be a U-shaped frame or C-type frame.FIG. 13 illustrates the method of installing a panel (102) to a frame assembly (100), according to an embodiment herein. The method of installation of a panel (102) in a frame assembly (100) comprises the following several steps: The first vertical member (202) of the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106) is positioned parallel to each other. The distal end of the locking unit (108) of the first frame member (104) is aligned with the provision (A) of the second frame member (106) to receive the first frame member (104). At least one gasket is placed at the second provision (304). The panel (102) is positioned between the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106). The first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106) is moved against each other angularly. At least one gasket is inserted at the first provision (204). The locking unit (108) and the counter locking unit (110) of the second frame member (106) are interlocked to securely hold the panel (102) in place. The method ensures a secure and stable installation of the panel within the frame assembly.

[0043] FIG. 14 illustrates the method of dismantling a panel (102) to a frame assembly (100), according to according to an embodiment herein. The method of dismantling a panel (102) in a frame assembly (100) comprises the following several steps: the first gasket (116) is removed from the first frame member (104) to create a gap (802) for tilting the first frame member (104). The first frame member (104) is tilted and unlock the locking unit (108) and the counter locking unit (110). The first frame member (104) is released from the second frame member (106). The panel (102) is detached from the frame assembly (100). The method ensures a safe and efficient dismantling process for the panel within the frame assembly.

[0044] The present inventions discloses solution advantageously easy installation and dismantling the frame assembly and the panel. Also, it reduces the usages of multiple variety of frames for different thickness panel. Only one type of frame assembly is enough for the different thickness panels. The frame assembly achieved an improvedinsulation from the gaskets, due to the tightening of the frame members against each other.

[0045] Industrial Applicability: The disclosed invention may be used in any form of panel fixing, glasses, construction and building applications. Some instances of its applications may include wooden panel frames related and other material frames and the like.

[0046] Some advantages of the present invention are enlisted in the following:

[0047] • With the solution of the present invention, there no requirement of multiple frame assembly for different thickness panels.

[0048] • With the various embodiments of the disclosed invention, panel is locked within the frame assembly without drilling additional holes on the panel. • As per an embodiment, the provision for the gasket and the protrusion can be varied as per the design requirement.

[0049] • With the disclosed solution, the frame assembly provides some additional insulation.

[0050] • With the features of the present disclosure, the invention highly advantages on easy installation and dismantling frame and panel.

[0051] Note that not all of the activities described above in the general description, or the examples are required, that a portion of a specific activity may not be required, and that one or more further activities may be performed in addition to those described. Still further, the order in which activities are listed is not necessarily the order in which they are performed.Benefits, other advantages, and solutions to problems have been described above with regard to specific embodiments. However, the benefits, advantages, solutions to problems, and any feature(s) that may cause any benefit, advantage, or solution to occur or become more pronounced are not to be construed as a critical, required, or essential feature of any or all the claims.

[0052] The specification and illustrations of the embodiments described herein are intended to provide a general understanding of the structure of the various embodiments. The specification and illustrations are not intended to serve as an exhaustive and comprehensive description of all of the elements and features of apparatus and systems that use the structures or methods described herein. Certain features, that are for clarity, described herein in the context of separate embodiments, may also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features that are, for brevity, described in the context of a single embodiment, may also be provided separately or in a sub combination. Wherever, method steps are indicated, it is meant as a means for conveying the steps involved and it may or may not be sequential in nature. Further, reference to values stated in ranges includes each and every value within that range. Many other embodiments may be apparent to skilled artisans only after reading this specification. Other embodiments may be used and derived from the disclosure, such that a structural substitution, logical substitution, or another change may be made without departing from the scope of the disclosure. Accordingly, the disclosure is to be regarded as illustrative rather than restrictive.

[0053] The description in combination with the figures is provided to assist in understanding the teachings disclosed herein, is provided to assist in describing the teachings, and should not be interpreted as a limitation on the scope or applicability of the teachings. However, other teachings can certainly be used in this application.As used herein, the terms “comprise(s)”, “comprising”, “include(s)”, “including”, “has”, “having” or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of features is not necessarily limited only to those features but may include other features not expressly listed or inherent to such method, article, or apparatus. Further, unless expressly stated to the contrary, “or” refers to an inclusive-or and not to an exclusive-or. For example, a condition A or B is satisfied by any one of the following: A is true (or present), and B is false (or not present), A is false (or not present) and B is true (or present), and both A and B are true (or present).

[0054] Also, the use of “a” or “an” is employed to describe elements and components described herein. This is done merely for convenience and to give a general sense of the scope of the invention. This description should be read to include one or at least one and the singular also includes the plural, or vice versa, unless it is clear that it is meant otherwise. For example, when a single item is described herein, more than one item may be used in place of a single item. Similarly, where more than one item is described herein, a single item may be substituted for that more than one item.

[0055] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. The materials, methods, and examples are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting. To the extent that certain details regarding specific materials and processing acts are not described, such details may include conventional approaches, which may be found in reference books and other sources within the manufacturing arts.

[0056] While aspects of the present disclosure have been particularly shown and described with reference to the embodiments above, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various additional embodiments may be contemplated by the modification ofthe disclosed machines, systems and methods without departing from the spirit and scope of what is disclosed. Such embodiments should be understood to fall within the scope of the present disclosure as determined based upon the claims and any equivalents thereof.

[0057] List of reference numerals appearing in the accompanying drawings and the corresponding features:

[0058] 100: Frame Assembly

[0059] 102: Panel

[0060] 104: First frame member

[0061] 106: Second frame member

[0062] 108: Locking unit

[0063] 110: Counter locking unit

[0064] 112: Bump

[0065] 114: Second gasket

[0066] 116: First gasket

[0067] 202: First vertical member

[0068] 204: First provision

[0069] 302: Second vertical member

[0070] 304: Second provision

[0071] 802: gap

[0072] 1302-1314: Panel Installation Steps

[0073] 1402-1408: Panel Installation Steps

Claims

CLAIMS1. A frame assembly (100) for a panel (102), comprising:a first frame member (104) having a locking unit (108) extending perpendicular to a first vertical member (202);characterized in that, a second frame member ( 106) having a counter locking unit (110) and at least one bump (112) adapted to facilitate easy mounting and de-mounting of said panel (102) from the frame assembly (100); andwherein said first frame member (104) and second frame member (106) are mechanically coupled via the locking unit (108) and the counter locking unit (110) to hold the panel (102) therebetween.

2. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the counter locking unit (110) and the at least one bump (112) connected to a second vertical member (302) of the second frame member (106) that create a provision (A) to receive the first frame member (104).

3. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the locking unit (108) comprises a plurality of first protrusions at a surface that is facing towards a surface of a plurality of second protrusions of the counter locking unit (110) of the second frame member (106) for facilitating the coupling of the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106).

4. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one bump (112) is positioned at a distal end of the second frame member (106).

5. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame assembly (100) comprises at least one first gasket (116) that is placed detachably at a first provision (204) of the first vertical member (104).

6. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the frame assembly (100) comprises at least one second gasket (114) that is placed detachably at a second provision (304) of the second vertical member (106).

7. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the panel (102) is at least one of glazing, wood, steel mesh, foam, wool, fibre, polymer, and display.

8. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of first protrusions of the first frame member (104) is a triangular protrusion.

9. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of second protrusions of the second frame member (106) is a triangular protrusion.

10. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106) are made up of at least one of aluminium, Wood, Polymer, GI steel or UP VC.

11. The frame assembly (100) as claimed in claim 5 or 6, wherein the at least one first gasket (116) or the at least one second gasket (114) is made up of at least one of rubber, sponge.

12. A method of installation of a panel (102) in a frame assembly (100) as claimed in any of claims 1 to 11, the method comprising:positioning the first vertical member (202) of the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106) parallel to each other;positioning a distal end of a locking unit (108) of the first frame member (104) against a provision (A) of the second frame member (106) to receive the first frame member; placing at least one gasket (114) at a second gasket provision (304);placing the panel (102) between the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106);moving the first frame member (104) and the second frame member (106) against each other angularly;inserting at least one gasket (116) at a first gasket provision (204);andinterlocking such that the locking unit (108) and a counter locking unit (110) each other to hold the panel (102).

13. A method of dismantling of a panel (102) in a frame assembly (100) as claimed in any of claims 1 to 11, the method comprising:removing a first gasket (116) from the first frame member (104) that creates a gap (802) for tilting the first frame member (104);tilting the first frame member (104) and unlocking a locking unit (108) and a counter locking unit (110);releasing the first frame member (104) from the second frame member (106); and detaching the panel (102) from the frame assembly (100).

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