Pre-Assembled Wall Bracket Mounting System for Fluid Installations
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting systems for fluid-carrying installations require complex on-site assembly of multiple loose components, leading to increased installation time, risk of component loss, and impractical handling for installers.
Innovation Solution
The insulating element is pre-fixed to the wall bracket with a plug-in element, such as a mushroom-shaped protuberance, ensuring it is in the correct position during assembly, and fastening elements are connected to the insulating element, allowing for easy attachment and reducing the risk of loss by being frictionally connected and easily separable.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If multiple loose components are provided separately, then the mounting system offers flexibility and ease of assembly, but the risk of component loss increases and handling becomes impractical
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple loose components (insulating element, fastening elements, wall bracket) into a single integrated mounting system where components are pre-assembled and connected. The insulating element is frictionally connected to the wall bracket, and fastening elements are attached to the insulating element, creating a unified assembly that eliminates the need to handle separate loose parts during installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The components are pre-assembled and pre-positioned during manufacturing. The insulating element is pre-connected to the wall bracket with proper frictional engagement, and fastening elements are pre-attached to the insulating element. This preliminary assembly ensures that during on-site installation, the components are already in their correct positions and orientations, eliminating the need for searching or repositioning.
2Loss of time
If components are pre-fixed together, then the risk of component loss is reduced and assembly is simplified, but the ability to adjust individual components is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system incorporates dynamic characteristics through the frictional connection between the insulating element and wall bracket, and between fastening elements and insulating element. These frictional connections allow for controlled movement and adjustment during installation while maintaining secure attachment during operation. The system transitions from a rigid pre-fixed state to a controllable adjustment state and back to a stable installed state.
Solution Approach 2:
While the system is pre-assembled as a unit, it maintains segmentable connections through the frictional interfaces. The fastening elements can be detached from the insulating element, and the insulating element can be separated from the wall bracket if needed. This segmentation allows for adjustment and reconfiguration while keeping the overall assembly integrated during normal installation.
3Reliability
If fastening elements are permanently attached to the insulating element, then the risk of loss is eliminated, but the ability to replace or adjust fastening elements is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening elements are pre-positioned and frictionally attached to the insulating element during manufacturing, ensuring they are in the correct location and orientation before installation. This preliminary attachment prevents loss during transport and installation while maintaining the ability to detach and replace them later if needed, as the frictional connection allows for controlled separation.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This simplifies the installation process by eliminating the need for extensive component searching and reduces the risk of parts being lost, as the insulating element and fastening elements are securely attached and easily handled, ensuring efficient and uncomplicated assembly.
Implementation Method 1
The plug-in element is clamped into one of the mounting holes in the wall bracket and is delivered in this way
Implementation Method 2
the fastening elements are frictionally connected to sections of the insulating element that can be easily separated from the insulating element, in particular torn loose
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a mounting system (1) for attaching a wall bracket (5) of a fluid-carrying installation to a wall, wherein the mounting system (1) comprises a wall bracket (2) having first bores (6, 6', 6", 6"', 6"", 6""') for receiving fastening elements (4, 4', 4", 4"'); at least one wall bracket (5) having through bores (11, 11') for passing the fastening elements (4, 4', 4", 4"'); at least one insulating element (3, 3') for arrangement between the wall bracket (2) and the wall bracket (5); The wall bracket (2) comprises fastening elements (4, 4', 4", 4'') for fastening the wall angle (5) to the wall bracket (2), wherein the wall bracket (2) further comprises receiving holes (7, 7', 7", 7'') for pre-fixing the insulation element (3, 3') to the wall bracket (2); and the insulation element (3, 3') comprises at least one insertion element (8) for insertion pre-fixing to the wall bracket (2).