Radiator Mounting Bracket With Front-Access Stepless Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing radiator mounting systems are inefficient due to the need for multiple systems for different radiator versions, limited accessibility, and require frequent disassembly for adjustments, making them difficult to install and adjust, especially for heavy objects like radiators with varying pipe diameters and geometric shapes.
Innovation Solution
A holding and adjusting device comprising a wall bracket and a support bracket with a clamping screw and slot nut, allowing for stepless adjustability in distance, height, and lateral positioning without removing covers, with an anti-lift device to secure the radiator and enable one-man assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple mounting systems are provided for different radiator versions, then adaptability to different pipe diameters and geometric shapes is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device uses a universal support bracket design with adjustable parameters that can accommodate different radiator types, pipe diameters, and geometric shapes. The support bracket includes adjustable arms and positioning elements that can be configured for various mounting scenarios, eliminating the need for multiple specialized mounting systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting device incorporates adjustable and movable components, including adjustable arms, movable positioning elements, and configurable fastening mechanisms. These dynamic elements allow the single mounting system to adapt to different radiator versions by adjusting parameters such as arm length, positioning height, and fastening location.
2Manufacturing precision
If radiators are mounted with fixed mounting points, then manufacturing precision is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to frequent disassembly requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device transforms fixed mounting points into adjustable positions through movable support brackets and reconfigurable fastening mechanisms. The support bracket can be positioned at different locations along the radiator, and mounting points can be adjusted vertically and horizontally, allowing precise positioning while maintaining ease of adjustment.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting device divides the support structure into separable, adjustable segments including multiple arms, independent positioning elements, and modular fastening components. This segmentation allows each component to be independently adjusted and repositioned without disassembling the entire mounting system.
3Ease of operation
If adjustment mechanisms are made accessible from all sides, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device concentrates all adjustment mechanisms on the front accessible side of the radiator by using a support bracket design where arms, positioning elements, and fastening mechanisms are all operable from the front. This eliminates the need for side or rear access while maintaining full adjustability through clever spatial arrangement of components.
4Reliability
If anti-lift devices are integrated, then reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The anti-lift function is merged with the existing support bracket structure rather than being implemented as a separate component. The support bracket incorporates lifting prevention through integrated positioning elements and fastening mechanisms that simultaneously provide support and prevent upward movement, eliminating the need for additional dedicated anti-lift devices.
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
Enables easy, one-man assembly and adjustment of radiators with infinite adjustability in distance and height, securing against unintentional lifting, while tolerating angular deviations without the need for frequent disassembly, improving the security and aesthetics of the mounting system.
Implementation Method 1
a support carriage which is vertically adjustable via a spindle is arranged on the web
Implementation Method 2
The support bracket can be clamped in the wall bracket via a clamping screw and slot nut provided in the wall bracket
Implementation Method 3
The support bracket can be clamped in the wall bracket via a clamping screw and slot nut provided in the wall bracket
Implementation Method 4
The means for hanging arranged on the back of the radiator are hooked into this groove of the support carriage and at the same time secured against unintentional lifting by the integrated anti-lift device
Data Source
AI summary
The retaining or adjusting device (1) has a supporting bracket (3) which is clamped in the wall bracket by a clamping screw and an inlaid nut. The supporting bracket is formed from vertical and parallel facing journals (3.1,3.2). A bar connects one side of the journals. A vertically adjustable supporting carriage is arranged at the bar over a spindle (6). The supporting carriage is provided with a groove (7.1) which is formed for receiving a unit (11).