FR2977616A1 - Partition panel for e.g. exhibition hall, has three assembling elements provided on respective sides of panel, where rod of third element is movable in translation in manner parallel to panel and perpendicular to longitudinal direction - Google Patents

Abstract

The panel (1) has first and second assembling elements (2, 2') comprising a first sliding plate and a second sliding plate (21') sliding in a longitudinal direction on first and second sides (121, 122) of the panel, respectively. A third assembling element (3) is provided on a third side (124) of the panel. The third element comprises a rod that is movable in translation in a manner parallel to the panel and perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. The first and the sliding plates have oblong openings with non-constant width. The first or second element comprises a handle.

Description

ASSEMBLY OF ROOF PANELS

Field of the Invention The present invention relates generally to temporary installations and, more particularly, to a modular palisade system. The invention is applicable for example to the realization of building palisades, temporary partitions in exhibition halls, external exhibition walls, etc. PRIOR ART DESCRIPTION Temporary partitions or palisades are often made by means of several identical panels placed side by side. A problem lies in the assembly of the panels together. Documents FR-A-2 900 425 and EP-A-1 849 925 describe a set of elements for the production of a movable partition composed of a set of rectangular panels and at least one rectangular door module all equipped with fastening means with the panel or door module neighbor in width. The securing means are means 20 of interlocking or clipping.

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Another problem with temporary installations of partitions or palisades is the safety against a tilting of the structure, in particular under the effect of the wind. Struts inclined relative to the panels on the non-aesthetic side of the partition are generally provided. However, these struts interfere with traffic behind the palisade. It has already been proposed (for example, in the aforementioned documents) to maintain the panels using brackets, one leg resting on the ground and the other pressing against the panel. This does not solve the traffic problem behind the partition near the panels. In addition, such brackets are less effective than struts. It has already been proposed (for example, the aforementioned documents) to complete these brackets by props connecting the partition to the ceiling in order to press it to the ground. Such a solution is however not applicable outdoors and makes the system not versatile. Another problem with temporary partition systems is that for handling, weight, storage and transportation reasons, it is undesirable to make a partition with panels that are too large. In an attempt to remedy this problem, it has already been proposed (for example, the aforementioned EP-A-1 849 925) folding panels in a horizontal direction. This solution limits the possible height and does not solve the problem of handling and weight, the weight of the folded panel being identical to that of the unfolded panel.

Summary An object of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a removable partition system that overcomes all or part of the disadvantages of the usual solutions.

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According to a first aspect, an object of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a mechanism for assembling panels together. Another object of an embodiment according to this first aspect is to provide an easy-to-use mechanism. According to a second aspect, an object of an embodiment of the present invention is to propose a bracing system. Another object of an embodiment according to this second aspect is to provide a bracing mechanism facilitating circulation behind the partition. Another object of an embodiment according to this second aspect is to provide a bracing mechanism compatible with external use. According to a third aspect, an object of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a system allowing the production of partitions of a height greater than that of a panel. Another object of an embodiment according to this third aspect is to provide a structure facilitating the handling of the panels. Another object of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a modular system for producing a palisade. Another object of an embodiment of the present invention is to propose a system adaptable to soils of variable level. Another object of an embodiment of the present invention is to provide a system adaptable to non-rectilinear partition plots. Another object of an embodiment of the present invention is to propose a system compatible with the prediction of exits in the partition.

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To achieve all or part of these and other objects, there is provided a partition panel comprising: on at least one first side, a first member having a slider plate longitudinally of the first side and provided with at least one light of non-constant width; and on at least one second side, opposite to the first, a second element comprising at least one rod, movable in translation parallel to the panel and perpendicular to said longitudinal direction of the first side. According to one embodiment of the present invention, said light has an oblong shape defining two circular orifices respectively of a first diameter and a second diameter greater than the first.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, the rod comprises a body connected to a head by a section of diameter smaller than that of the head. According to an embodiment of the present invention, said section has a diameter smaller than the first diameter, the head having a diameter between the first and second diameters. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second element comprises elastic return means of the rod towards the inside of the panel.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first element comprises an actuating handle in translation in the longitudinal direction of the first side. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the second element comprises an actuating handle in translation of the rod. According to one embodiment of the present invention, said plate comprises at least two lumens and said second element comprises at least two rods.

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According to one embodiment of the present invention, the panel is formed of a frame of square section tubes and a coating pressed against one side of the frame. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the rod or rods pass through the tube of the second side and are carried by a second plate parallel to the second side. According to an embodiment of the present invention, a spring is interposed between the second plate and the tube of the second side.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, a third side comprises a first element and a fourth side comprises a second element. There is also provided a system comprising at least two panels.

There is also provided a system comprising: at least the panel; and at least one bracket-shaped bracing module whose upright is parallel to the panels and whose branch is perpendicular to the panel, a free end of said branch being connected at the top of said panel. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the system further comprises height adjustable feet. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS These and other objects, features, and advantages will be set forth in detail in the following description of particular embodiments in a non-limitative manner with reference to the accompanying figures in which: FIG. in perspective of an embodiment of a palisade; Figure 2 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a palisade panel of Figure 1; Figures 2A, 2B and 2C illustrate in more detail elements of a panel assembly mechanism; Figure 3 is a perspective view of a height-adjusting leg of the palisade of Figure 1; B11134 - (assembly)

Figure 4 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a bracing member; Fig. 5 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a termination panel; and Fig. 6 is a perspective view of an embodiment of an angle module. Detailed Description The same elements have been designated by the same references in the various figures.

For the sake of clarity, only the elements useful for understanding the described embodiments have been shown and will be detailed. In particular, the realization of the panels by means of frames and cladding has not been detailed, the described embodiments being compatible with various ways and materials to form these frames and cladding. In addition, the locations of partitions or palisades described have not been detailed, the embodiments described being, again, compatible with the usual locations.

Embodiments will be described in connection with an example of a palisade application incorporating the multiple functions of the preferred embodiment. These embodiments, however, apply more generally to each function taken individually. Figure 1 is a rear perspective of an embodiment of a palisade by means of a modular and removable system. The system comprises the following modular elements, assembled to each other to form the palisade: panels 1, preferably all identical, of rectangular shape, preferably square; feet 4 adjustable in height; gallows bracing modules 5; angle modules 7; door modules 8; 30 35 B11134 - (assembly)

7 half-panels 9 or termination panels. The realization of a fence does not necessarily require the use of modules of all categories. In particular the door modules 8, angle 7 and half-panels 9 are not necessarily used. The panel modules 1, half-panels 9, angle 7, doors 8 and feet 4 assemble to each other using mechanisms formed of two elements respectively carried by one and the other modules to assemble.

The palisade is formed of several panels 1 assembled. Each panel 1 has a rectangular shape (square in a preferred embodiment) and has assembly means to the adjacent panel (laterally or vertically). FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a panel 1 of the type of those illustrated in FIG. 1. FIGS. 2A, 2B and 2C are perspective views detailing an embodiment of the assembly mechanism. Signs.

Each panel 1 is formed of a frame 12, preferably consisting of tubes of square section assembled to each other, against one face of which a facing plate 14 is attached. The plate 14 defines the outside of the panel (and the palisade) or the apparent face. The plate 14 is fixed to the frame, for example by welding, screwing or by means of rivets 16. The interior of the frame 12 defines a space where the assembly mechanisms are housed. The frame 12 provides rigidity to the panel whose cladding plate can be more or less resistant (for example, a material other than metal, such as fabric, wood, plastic, etc.). Each mechanism comprises a first element 2 (FIG. 2A) or 2 '(FIG. 2B) formed of a plate 21, respectively 21', slidably mounted against the internal face of a side 121 or 122 of the frame 12. The plate 21 or 21 'is slidable in the length of the side 121 or 122, between two extreme positions.

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The plate 21 has at least one, and preferably two, slots 22 elongated in the longitudinal (sliding) direction of the plate and of non-constant width. Preferably, each slot 22 has an oblong shape defining two circular orifices 222 and 224 respectively of a first diameter and a second diameter greater than the first, in the manner of a keyhole. To fix, slidably, the plate 21 or 21 'to the corresponding tube 121 or 122 of the frame, the latter comprises for example other oblong slots 24 of constant width and traversed by pins 26 protruding from the inner face of the corresponding tube of the frame. Finally, the element 2 or 2 'comprises an actuating handle in translation in the longitudinal direction of the side of the frame on which it is mounted. For example, this handle is formed of a plate 25, perpendicular to the plate 21 or 21 'and provided with at least one opening 251 gripping. The first element 2 or 2 'is intended to cooperate with a second element 3 (FIG. 2C) of the assembly mechanism, comprising at least one rod 31 movable in translation parallel to the panel and perpendicular to the plate 21 or 21' of the first element (therefore to the longitudinal direction of the corresponding 121 or 122 side). The rod 31 is intended to pass through the two uprights or crosspieces of two panels placed side by side and to cooperate with a slot 22 to block the panels to be assembled. For this, the rod comprises a head 312 having a diameter between the diameters of the orifices 222 and 224 defined by the light 22. In the embodiment shown, the head 312 is connected to the body 314 of the rod by a section 316 of diameter less than that of the orifice 222, the body 314 and the head 312 having approximately the same diameters. Alternatively, the body of the rod has a diameter smaller than that of the orifice 222.

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Preferably, the second element 3 comprises at least two rods 31 carried by a longitudinal plate 32 intended to be arranged parallel to an inner face of a side 123 or 124 of the frame 1. A spring 33 (or other elastic return means ) is interposed between the plate 32 and the frame, for example by being held by a centering pin 34 carried by the plate 32. The spring 33 improves the assembly by returning the rods 31 to the inside of the frame 1. The second element 3 also comprises an actuating handle in translation of the rod or rods 31, for example formed of a plate 35, perpendicular to the plate 32 and provided with at least one opening 351 gripping. Each panel 1 comprises at least one element 2 (or 2 ') and at least one element 3 on opposite sides of the frame 12 (crosspieces or uprights). Thus, two panels placed end-to-end, for example stacked vertically, can be assembled temporarily. In the preferred embodiment illustrated in FIG. 2, the panel 1 comprises two bolt-type elements 3 on two adjacent sides and two lock-type elements 2 on the other two sides. Thus, panels can be assembled laterally and vertically as shown in Figure 1. The difference between the elements 2 and 2 'lies in the length of the plate 21 or 21', the plate 21 'being longer than the plate 21 The element 2 comprises two lumens 22 having the same spacing as the two rods 31 of the elements 3. The element 2 'comprises, for example, six lumens 22 distributed in the length and having two by two the same spacing as the two rods 31 of the elements 3. This provides additional adjustment capability in the arrangement of the panels. Preferably, the panels 1 are all arranged in the same direction, the element 2 defining for example the lower lock and the element 2 'the side lock. The sides 121 and 122 of the frame 12 have a number of through orifices 26 corresponding to the number of lights of B11134 - (assembly)

Element 2 or 2 '. The sides 123 and 124 receiving the elements 3 have through orifices 36 at least to slidably receive the rods 31. The assembly of panels to form a palisade is particularly simple. For example, a panel 1 is presented by its edge on that of a previous panel 1 and the upper bolts 3 of the lower panel are engaged and locked in the lower lock 2 of the upper panel. Laterally, a panel 1 is presented next to another and the side bolts 3 of one are engaged and locked in the side lock 2 'of the other. The lower panels (closest to the ground) are preferably carried by feet 4 adjustable in height. Figure 3 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a foot module 4 of the palisade system. The foot comprises a base 42, intended to rest on the ground and carrying a plate 43 for receiving, for example, a lower cross 121 of a frame 12 of a panel. The plate 43 carries two rods 41, directed upwards, similar to the rods 31 of the bolts of the panels, that is to say having a body 414 separated from a head 412 by a section 416 of smaller diameter. The rods 41 are intended to cooperate with the lower lock (element 2, Figure 2) of the panel 1 carried by the foot. The rods have a shorter length than the rods 31 insofar as they pass through only one tube of the frame. The height of the plate 43 relative to the base 42 is adjustable. For example, the base carries a tube or vertical rod 44 on which is engaged a tube 45, integral and perpendicular to the plate 43. The bottom of the tube 44 is threaded to cooperate with a locking nut 46 to secure the position. Other means of adjustment in height can be envisaged, for example by means of pins blocking the respective positions of the tubes 44 and 45.

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In the example shown, the plate 43 has a triangular shape, the two rods 41 and the tube 45 being distributed at the vertices of the triangle. This allows the tube 45 to escape the frame 12 when the panel is placed on the plate (see Figure 1).

Alternatively, it will be possible to produce a plate 43 of generally rectangular shape with the rods 41 and the tube 45 aligned, the lower crossbar of the panels then having a central orifice (and the lock 2 an additional light) to receive the tube.

Figure 4 is a perspective view of a bracing module 5 of the palisade. This module 5 has a general shape of bracket and has a vertical upright 51 at the upper end of which is mounted a horizontal branch 6. Preferably, the length of the horizontal branch 6 is adjustable. For this, it is formed of a tube 62 of rectangular section slidably mounted in a tube 52 of lower section fixed to the end of the upright 51. The tube 52 comprises for example regularly distributed orifices 522, one of which is intended for to receive a locking screw 622 provided on the tube 62. It may also provide a system of pins or other fastening means. The base 53 of the upright 51 is adapted to receive a height adjustment foot, for example, the lower part (base 42, tube 44) of the foot of Figure 3. Alternatively, a height adjustment mechanism dedicated to the amount 51 is planned. The free end of the branch 6 carries a stirrup 64 intended to be assembled at the palisade. Preferably, this stirrup 64 is intended to grip two sections of tubes 121 or 123 of the frames 12 of the panels. These tubes then preferably comprise through holes 66 (FIG. 2) serving for the passage of pins 68 (FIG. 4) for blocking the stirrup. Once assembled, the module 5 ensures not only bracing but also stiffens the assembly of the upper panels.

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Preferably, the upright 51 is adapted to receive weights 55 (FIG. 2) to ballast the bracing module. A bracing module as described above minimizes ground obstacles behind the palisade without affecting wind resistance. Preferably, the height of the bracing module 5 and the length of its branch 6 are such that a person can pass undisturbed. Figure 5 is an exploded perspective view of an embodiment of an upper termination panel. This panel 9 has a structure similar to that of the panels 1. It comprises a frame 92, carrying a facing plate 94. The cross members of the frame have the same length as the width of the panels 1, so as to stack a panel 9 on the last panel 1 of the palisade. The bottom rail 95 of the panel 9 comprises a lower lock member 2 to cooperate with the upper bolts of the panel 1 on which it is placed. The lateral locking of the panels 9 between them is ensured, for example, by means of pins 96 to be engaged in the frame of the neighboring panel. Alternatively, an assembly mechanism similar to that described in relation with the panels 1 may be provided. As illustrated in FIG. 1, the stirrups 64 of the modules 5 enclose the crosspieces 95 of the panels 9 and the crosspieces 123 of the panels 1 higher. It is also possible to dispense with panels 9 and, to use the same bracing module, provide a spacer having the same thickness as a tube. Figure 6 is a perspective view of an embodiment of an angle module 7 for joining non-aligned panels 1 (or 9). This module comprises tubular elements 72 and 74 of square section (of the same section as the tubes of the frames 12) connected to one another by one or more hinges 76 and assembled to panels 1 (or 9 in a lower version) ) by B11134 - (assembly)

13 a mechanism similar to that described in relation to FIGS. 2A to 2C. In other words, one of the elements, for example 72, comprises a lock element 2 and the other element, for example 74, comprises rods 41 constituting bolts capable of cooperating with the lateral lock element of a panel 1. The rods 41 are, as in the case of the legs 4, shorter than the rods 31 of the elements 3 insofar as a spring mechanism is not essential. Alternatively, an element 3 is provided on the element side 74, provided that the hinge allows sufficient clearance for the actuation of the bolts. Preferably, the hinges 76 are adjustable. For example, each hinge consists of a tab 762 perpendicular to the axis of the tube 72 and carried by the latter, and a sector 763, carried by the tube 74 perpendicular to its axis. The tab 762 and the sector 763 are pivotally connected, for example, by an axis 766 passing through the orifices 726 and 746, respectively of the tab 762 and the sector 764. Furthermore, the sector 764 comprises, as shown, several orifices 768 along an arc of a circle is a light in the form of an arc. Side tube 72, a retractable pin 764 is provided to pass through one of the orifices 768 to select the angle to give the module. Once this angle is fixed, the panels are connected to each side of the module using the assembly mechanisms. The length of the corner modules is preferably equal to the height of the panels, a shorter corner module can be provided for the panels 9 of termination. If a door is desired in the palisade, a door module 8 is inserted into the structure. This module has dimensions preferably respecting the dimensions of the panels to integrate instead of one or two panels 1 in width. It comprises a frame 82 (FIG. 1) provided with the same assembly mechanisms as those described with reference to FIGS. 2 and, inside this frame, a door 84 to B11134 - (assembly)

14 one or more hinged flaps. Preferably, the door module is also equipped with bracing brackets 86 having shapes similar to those described with reference to FIG. 4. As a particular embodiment, a modular partition system as described above can be made with: panels 1 having the following dimensions: - length and width: about 1 m, - section of the frame tubes: about 5 cm; and bracing modules having the following dimensions: - length of the branch 62: about 85 cm; and - height of the amount 51: about 2 m. The sections of the tubes of the different modules are preferably adapted to that of the panels 1. The materials used are preferably metallic and adapted to withstand external conditions. An advantage of the described modular system is that it is particularly simple to implement. A palisade can be mounted using these modular elements conferring a great freedom of arrangement of the space. It will be appreciated that various aspects of the modular system may be operated separately in palisade structures not incorporating all the features of the system. This is the case, inter alia, of the bracing module whose stem shape can be used on conventional palisades and then provide the advantage of a free ground space, while offering good wind resistance. For example, a bracing module as described above can be sized so that the palisade (or panel) withstands force winds 7 on the Beaufort scale (62 km / h). 10 B11134 - (assembly)

In addition, the structure of the panels, even with other methods of attachment, can help to achieve a fence with stackable panels, thus facilitating handling. In particular, it is now possible to produce a construction hoard comprising at least two superposed panels, each panel having a supporting structure (its frame 12) or reinforcement distinct from that of the other panels, and the panels being assembled, by their slices, by connection structures between them.

In addition, the adjustable foot allows, associated with conventional panels, to enjoy a height adjustment effect. The angle module and more particularly its adjustable hinge allow a connection between conventional panels. Finally, the assembly mechanism of the panels can be transferred to various conventional modules and take back the advantages. Various embodiments have been described, various variations and modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art. In particular, various details of system construction are apparent from the drawings without the need to be further described. In addition, the dimensions of the panels can be adapted to the constraints of handling, transport, storage, size of the partitions, etc. In addition, the number of panels for making a partition or a palisade is limited, neither in height nor in length. Finally, the practical implementation of the invention is within the abilities of those skilled in the art from the functional indications given above.

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REVENDICATIONS1. Wall panel (1) comprising: on at least one CLAIMS1. Partition panel (1) comprising: on at least one first side (121, 122), a first element (2, 2 ') having a sliding plate (21, 21') in the longitudinal direction of the first side and provided with at least one light (22) of non-constant width; and on at least one second side (123, 124), opposite to the first, a second element (3) comprising at least one rod (31) movable in translation parallel to the panel and perpendicular to said longitudinal direction of the first side. 2. Panel according to claim 1, wherein said slot (22) has an oblong shape defining two circular orifices (222, 224) respectively of a first diameter and a second diameter greater than the first. 15 3. Panel according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the rod (31) comprises a body (314) connected to a head (312) by a section (316) of diameter less than that of the head. The panel of claims 2 and 3, wherein said section (316) has a diameter smaller than the first diameter, the head (312) having a diameter between the first and second diameters. 5. Panel according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the second element comprises means (33) for resilient return of the rod (31) towards the inside of the panel. 25 6. Panel according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the first element (2, 2 ') comprises a handle (25) actuating in translation in the longitudinal direction of the first side (121, 122). 7. Panel according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the second element (3) comprises a handle (35) actuating in translation of the rod. 8. Panel according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein said plate (21, 21 ') comprises at least two lights (22) and said second element (3) comprises at least two rods (31). 9. Panel according to any one of claims 1 to 8, formed of a frame (12) of square section tubes and a cladding (14) against one side of the frame. 10. Panel according to claim 9, wherein the rod or rods (31) pass through the tube of the second side (123, 124) and are carried by a second plate (32) parallel to the second side. 11. Panel according to claims 5 and 9, wherein a spring (33) is interposed between the second plate (32) and the tube of the second side (123, 124). Panel according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein a third side (122, 121) comprises a first element (2 ', 2) and a fourth side (124, 123) comprises a second element (3). . 13. System comprising at least two panels according to any one of claims 1 to 12. 14. System according to claim 13, comprising: at least two panels (1); and at least one stem-shaped bracing module (5) having an upright (51) parallel to the panel and having a leg (6) perpendicular to the panel, a free end of said leg being connected at the top of said panel . 15. System according to claim 13 or 14, further comprising feet (4) adjustable in height.