Sprinkler Bracket Clamp Lock for Side-Mounted Sleeve Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sprinkler systems face challenges with extended assembly times due to top insertion of the sprinkler sleeve, instability under environmental conditions leading to inefficient water spraying, and increased labor in narrow ceiling structures, particularly when demounting is required.
Innovation Solution
A sprinkler bracket system with collapsible clamps allows for easy side placement and fixation of the sprinkler sleeve, featuring concave holder nails for increased friction and a handle lock mechanism to ensure secure locking, reducing assembly time and preventing unintentional opening.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If the sprinkler sleeve is inserted from the top portion to fix it to the profile, then the fixation is achieved, but the assembly process time is extended
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp is divided into two separate clamps (upper clamp and lower clamp) that can be positioned independently on opposite sides of the sprinkler sleeve. This segmentation allows the clamps to be installed from the side portions rather than requiring top insertion, thereby reducing assembly time while achieving secure fixation.
2Ease of repair
If the sprinkler sleeve is demounted by removing from the top in narrow ceiling structures, then the removal is achieved, but the assembly labor is increased
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp positioning is changed from a vertical top-down approach to a horizontal side-approach. The upper and lower clamps are positioned on opposite sides of the sprinkler sleeve, allowing installation and removal from the side portions. This dimensional change makes the operation easier in narrow ceiling structures by eliminating the need for top access.
3Ease of manufacture
If the two clamps are clamped together without sufficient compression, then the assembly is simple, but the clamps can get loose due to environmental conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The inner surfaces of the upper and lower clamps that contact the sprinkler sleeve are provided with concave holder nails. These concave features create localized high-friction zones that enhance the grip on the sleeve. This local quality enhancement ensures reliable clamping and prevents the clamps from getting loose due to environmental conditions while maintaining assembly simplicity.
4Device complexity
If the compression portions are insufficient, then the clamp structure is simple, but the sleeve slips during water spraying
Solution Approach 1:
Concave holder nails are added to the inner surfaces of the clamps at the compression portions. These concave features locally enhance the friction and compression effectiveness without requiring a complete redesign of the clamp structure. This localized enhancement prevents sleeve slipping during water spraying while keeping the overall clamp structure relatively simple.
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
The system reduces assembly labor, enhances stability under environmental conditions, and ensures efficient water spraying by maintaining a secure fixation of the sprinkler sleeve, improving overall fire extinguishing performance.
Implementation Method 1
increasing the surface friction of the sleeve and the apparatus
Data Source
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AI summary
The invention is a sprinkler bracket (1) which has a lower clamp (10) through which the profile (P) where the sprinkler system will be mounted is passed; an upper clamp (20) which corresponds to the lower clamp by means of connecting with the lower clamp (10) and enables locking the sprinkler sleeve (S); a sleeve housing (50) in which the sprinkler sleeve (S) is placed and locked; a locking bar (30) which enables locking of the lower clamp (10) and the upper clamp (20) after they are fitted on each other and is attached to the lower clamp (10); a handle lock (33) which enables the locking bar (30) to remain stable after locking process, is attached to the portion protruding outwardly from the lower clamp (10) of the locking bar (30) and enables easy opening and closing by allowing for the external intervention.