Dispenser Mounting Bracket with Multi-Orientation Ramp Engagement
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Solution Overview
Problem
The installation and maintenance of product dispensers in commercial washrooms are time-consuming and costly, leading to tenant dissatisfaction and diversion of maintenance resources from other tasks due to frequent issues like dispenser displacement.
Innovation Solution
A dispenser design featuring a mounting bracket with angled and parallel ramp extensions that securely engage a backplate in multiple orientations, allowing for easy installation and flexibility in positioning, along with a locking mechanism and leveling devices for accurate mounting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional dispensers are installed in commercial washrooms, then the dispensers can provide necessary products, but the installation process becomes time-consuming and tedious
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into separate components: a mounting bracket that attaches to the wall and a backplate that attaches to the dispenser. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and simplifies the overall installation process by enabling modular assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting bracket is pre-installed on the wall before the dispenser is attached. This preliminary action eliminates the need to hold and position multiple components simultaneously during installation, significantly reducing installation time and complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple product dispensers are installed in commercial washrooms, then complete product coverage is achieved, but installation time and costs increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket and backplate system is designed as a universal mounting solution that can accommodate multiple dispenser models and configurations. The standardized interface allows the same mounting hardware to be used across different locations and dispenser types, enabling rapid deployment of multiple units.
Solution Approach 2:
The ramp members are designed with specific geometric parameters (angles and dimensions) that allow the bracket to securely hold dispensers in various orientations and positions. By optimizing these parameters, the system achieves versatile mounting capabilities while maintaining simple installation procedures.
3Reliability
If dispensers are securely fixed to the wall, then dispenser displacement is prevented, but the installation process becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The ramp members feature curved or angled surfaces that guide the backplate into proper alignment and provide secure engagement. The curved geometry of the ramps naturally directs the installation process and ensures consistent, reliable mounting without requiring complex adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The friction-based engagement between the ramp members and backplate replaces traditional mechanical fastening systems such as multiple screws or clips. This substitution simplifies the mounting mechanism while maintaining secure attachment through friction and geometric interlocking.
4Reliability
If maintenance personnel service dispensers promptly, then tenant satisfaction is maintained, but other maintenance tasks are delayed
Solution Approach 1:
The robust mounting system provides beforehand cushioning against dispenser displacement by designing a inherently stable attachment mechanism. This preventive approach eliminates the need for frequent maintenance interventions, allowing maintenance personnel to focus on other tasks while tenant satisfaction remains high.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates rapid, accurate, and efficient installation of dispensers in various orientations, reducing maintenance efforts and tenant complaints while maintaining dispenser functionality.
Implementation Method 1
The angled ramp extensions and parallel ramp extensions are configured to frictionally engage the one or more bracket mating areas to secure the backplate of the dispenser to the mounting bracket
Data Source
AI summary
A dispenser for dispensing materials is disclosed. The dispenser includes a backplate, a cover, and a circular mounting bracket. The backplate includes a second side having a bracket engagement area thereon. The cover encloses at least portion of the backplate when in a closed condition forming a housing having an interior volume so as to retain at least one dispensable product. The circular mounting bracket includes a faceplate containing one or more holes configured to receive a fastener for securing the mounting bracket to a wall. The faceplate includes at least one flange raised from a first surface of the faceplate. The bracket engagement area includes at least one latching means configured to engage the flange to secure the backplate to the mounting bracket.