Modular Frame Installation Kit with Height Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional frame installation methods are time-consuming, expensive, and messy, requiring adaptation to the floor, use of assembly foam, and modifications, which can be difficult and create dust.
Innovation Solution
An installation kit comprising detachable holding elements, guide elements, a height adjustment device with a fixing and adjustment element, and locking devices that allow for reversible frame installation without the need for assembly foam, enabling easy replacement and adjustment of frames without special knowledge or tools.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional frame installation methods are used with expanding foam, then the frame is securely fixed in place, but the installation process becomes time-consuming and requires waiting for the foam to dry
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chemical fixing method (expanding foam) with a mechanical fixing system consisting of retaining elements, guide elements, and locking devices. This mechanical system provides immediate secure fixation without requiring drying time, directly resolving the contradiction between reliable fixation and installation time.
2Reliability
If the frame is permanently secured with expanding foam, then the frame is stable, but replacing the frame creates mess and requires extensive work to remove the foam
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the fixing system into separate, modular components (retaining elements, guide elements, locking devices) that can be independently assembled and disassembled. This segmentation allows the frame to be securely fixed during use while enabling easy removal and replacement by simply detaching the locking devices, eliminating the mess associated with removing expanding foam.
Solution Approach 2:
The fixing system transitions from a static permanent connection (expanding foam) to a dynamic reversible connection. The locking devices can be engaged to provide stable fixation during normal use, and disengaged when frame replacement is needed, allowing the system to adapt between these two states without creating mess.
3Ease of manufacture
If the frame is permanently fixed in place, then the installation is complete, but no further work can be done and the frame cannot be adjusted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic fixing system where the locking devices can be engaged to provide complete installation and disengaged to allow adjustments. This enables the frame to be firmly fixed when needed while maintaining the capability for future adjustments or replacements, resolving the contradiction between installation completeness and adaptability.
4Productivity
If special substructures are used to reduce installation time, then the installation process is simplified, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses segmented modular components (retaining elements, guide elements, locking devices) that can be prepared in advance and quickly assembled. This segmentation simplifies the installation process by breaking it into straightforward steps while keeping each individual component relatively simple, balancing productivity improvement with acceptable device complexity.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a frame installation kit comprising at least two retaining elements (1), wherein the retaining elements (1) are not connected to each other, wherein the retaining elements (1) can be attached to each jamb of a wall recess of a wall body, preferably by means of a detachable connection, at least two guide elements (10) for attachment to a frame, at least one height adjustment device (20) for attachment to a frame, wherein the height adjustment device comprises a fixing element (21) and an adjusting element (22) and wherein the two elements (21, 22) are detachably connected to each other;and at least two locking devices (30), wherein the locking devices are designed to detachably connect a frame to the retaining elements (1), wherein the locking device (30) is preferably designed in two parts, as well as a device for framing a wall recess of a wall body and a height adjustment device for attaching to a frame.