Modular Radiator Wall Mounting Rail for Faster Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing radiator fastening systems require multiple types of mounting rails to accommodate different radiator sizes and designs, leading to complex handling, increased component inventory, and lengthy assembly processes.
Innovation Solution
A modular system comprising interchangeable upper and lower parts with a base body, allowing for adjustable length and orientation, which can be combined to securely fasten various radiators using a single set of components, including a non-rotatable connecting element and telescopic features for easy alignment and attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple specific types of mounting rails are kept available to accommodate different radiator types, then the ability to install various radiator types is ensured, but the number of components to be kept available and the packing volume increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting rail is divided into separate modular components: a base body and an adjustable upper part that can be connected in different configurations. This segmentation allows a single base body to support multiple radiator types by changing the upper part configuration, reducing the need to stock multiple complete mounting rail types.
Solution Approach 2:
The base body is designed as a universal component that can accommodate different radiator types through interchangeable upper parts and adjustable configurations. This multi-functionality allows one base body to replace multiple specific mounting rail types, reducing component inventory while maintaining versatility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple specific types of mounting rails are kept available to accommodate different radiator types, then the ability to install various radiator types is ensured, but the handling complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the mounting rail into a standardized base body and interchangeable upper parts, the system simplifies handling. Installers only need to learn one base body configuration and can swap upper parts as needed, rather than learning multiple complete mounting rail assemblies.
Solution Approach 2:
The upper part is designed to be adjustable and reconfigurable on the base body, allowing dynamic adaptation to different radiator types without requiring complete replacement of the mounting rail. This adjustability simplifies the installation process for different radiator configurations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple specific types of mounting rails are kept available to accommodate different radiator types, then the ability to install various radiator types is ensured, but the assembly time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base body is pre-configured with standardized connection points and mounting features that accommodate different upper part configurations. This preliminary preparation allows for quick assembly by simply attaching the appropriate upper part, rather than assembling a complete custom mounting rail from scratch for each radiator type.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular segmentation allows pre-fabrication of base bodies with universal connection interfaces. This enables rapid assembly by simply connecting pre-prepared components rather than performing complex assembly procedures for each specific radiator type.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a system for fixing a radiator to a wall, characterized by having a plurality of differently designed lower parts (4; 4') and upper parts (5; 5') for maintaining a radiator. The lower parts (4; 4') and upper parts (5; 5') are designed so that they can be combined together in a modular manner to form a support rail (1; 1'). In certain uses, the support rail (1; 1') comprises one of the lower parts (4) and one of the upper parts (5) and extends vertically.