Facade Profile Fastening for Invisible Mounting of Large Panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing façade systems require complex substructures, are inflexible, and often require visible fastening points, which complicates installation and maintenance, especially for large panels and intelligent façade elements.
Innovation Solution
A façade system using profile elements with three functional sections - a fixing section, support section, and spacer element - that allow for invisible fastening and flexible assembly, enabling easy installation and maintenance, even for large panels, by using a combination of profile and supplementary elements for enhanced support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a complex substructure with horizontal and vertical profile rails is used to support façade elements, then the load-bearing capacity and stability are improved, but the device complexity and installation effort increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The profile element is divided into three distinct functional sections: a fixing section for mounting to the building structure, a support section for holding the façade panel, and a spacer element to maintain distance. This segmentation allows each part to perform its specific function independently, simplifying the overall system while maintaining stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines multiple functions into a single integrated profile element: the fixing section provides structural attachment, the support section holds the panel, and the spacer element maintains the required distance from the building wall. This merging eliminates the need for separate components and reduces installation complexity.
2Shape
If large façade panels are used for aesthetic reasons, then the visual appearance is improved, but the ease of installation and maintenance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The profile element is designed as a modular component that can be easily attached to large façade panels. The separate fixing section, support section, and spacer element can be independently positioned and secured, making installation straightforward even for large panels while maintaining aesthetic appearance.
Solution Approach 2:
The profile element acts as an intermediary component between the building structure and the large façade panel. It provides the necessary mounting interface while maintaining the required distance, enabling easy installation and future maintenance access behind the panel.
3Shape
If invisible fastening points are used for façade panels, then the aesthetic appearance is improved, but the ease of maintenance and access to insulation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The profile element serves as an accessible intermediary component that can be reached from the exterior. Its positioning and design allow maintenance personnel to access it easily to perform repairs or inspections behind the façade panel without compromising the invisible fastening appearance.
Solution Approach 2:
The profile element is designed to be removable and repositionable. When maintenance is needed, the element can be detached from the building structure and repositioned, allowing access to the insulation and building structure behind the panel, then restored to its original position to maintain the aesthetic appearance.
4Manufacturing precision
If a fixed grid pattern is used for façade panel arrangement, then the manufacturing precision is improved, but the adaptability to different panel sizes and configurations deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The profile element is segmented into functional sections that can be independently adjusted. The fixing section position, support section dimensions, and spacer element length can be varied to accommodate different panel sizes and configurations while maintaining precise manufacturing tolerances for each component.
Solution Approach 2:
The design allows for parameter changes in the profile element dimensions and positioning to adapt to different façade panel configurations. The spacer element length and support section dimensions can be adjusted to maintain manufacturing precision while providing versatility for various panel sizes and building architectures.
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AI summary
A profile element for attachment to the rear side of a façade panel, which in turn is fastened to a base such as a building surface or substructure. The profile element is formed in one piece and includes three functional sections arranged one after another: a fixing section for fixing the profile element to a base; a support section for attachment to the façade panel; and a spacer element which, in the installed state, ensures the correct distance between the base and the rear side of the façade panel. The profile element is extendible by a supplementary element, which has functionally similar elements and is only used if required by the geometry of the façade panel. The supplementary element is usable for positive connection to the profile element of an adjacent façade panel. Such a façade system provides flexibility for a wide variety of types and dimensions of façade panels.