Vertical mount system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wall-mounted shelves often have unsightly support structures that can detract from the aesthetic appeal of a room, and the installation process can be cumbersome, leading to potential misalignment and wall damage.
Innovation Solution
A vertical mount system that includes a mounting rail to conceal alignment plates and fasteners, providing a secure and aesthetically pleasing way to attach shelves to walls by using an alignment plate to mark and secure wall anchors and fasteners, and lateral bores in the rail for versatile shelving configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If visible support structures like brackets are used to attach shelves to walls, then the shelves are securely supported, but the aesthetic appeal of the room deteriorates due to unsightly support structures
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the visible bracket component from the mounting system, extracting only the necessary fastening function. The mounting rail is attached directly to the wall using concealed fasteners, eliminating the need for external brackets that compromise aesthetics while maintaining structural support capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting rail serves as an intermediary element between the wall and the shelf. Instead of using visible brackets, the rail provides a clean, minimalist interface that conceals the fastening mechanism while securely supporting the shelf load.
2Measurement precision
If alignment plates and fasteners are exposed during installation, then correct positioning can be achieved, but the visual appeal deteriorates due to visible mounting hardware
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates pre-marked alignment indicators on the mounting rail that guide fastener placement before installation. This preliminary alignment guidance ensures precise positioning while the final installed state conceals all hardware, maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Solution Approach 2:
The alignment plate is extracted from the final installed configuration and replaced with integrated alignment markings on the mounting rail itself. This eliminates the need for separate visible alignment components while maintaining installation precision.
3Reliability
If multiple wall anchors and fasteners are used to secure shelves, then the mounting reliability improves, but the risk of wall damage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting rail is designed to work with multiple types of wall anchors and fasteners, allowing the use of appropriate wall-friendly fastening methods for different wall types (drywall, tile, wood studs). This multi-functionality maintains reliable mounting while minimizing wall damage through proper fastener selection.
Solution Approach 2:
The system allows for localized adaptation of fastening methods based on wall type and load requirements. Different sections of the mounting rail can use different fastening approaches optimized for specific wall materials, reducing overall wall damage risk while maintaining reliability.
Data Source
AI summary
A vertical mount system for wall hangings comprises a wall mounting fastener alignment plate with an array of apertures to align with a vertical array of wall anchors in the wall and secured by a vertical array of double-headed fasteners. The double-headed fasteners extend through the apertures in the alignment plate and into the wall anchors. The alignment plate positions the wall anchors with respect to the wall. A mounting rail is attached to the alignment plate by the double-headed fasteners. A recess in the rear of the mounting rail receives the alignment plate therein. An array of keyholes in the mounting rail receives outer heads of the double-headed fasteners.