EP0706771B1 - Système modulaire de meubles - Google Patents

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EP0706771B1
EP0706771B1 EP95116116A EP95116116A EP0706771B1 EP 0706771 B1 EP0706771 B1 EP 0706771B1 EP 95116116 A EP95116116 A EP 95116116A EP 95116116 A EP95116116 A EP 95116116A EP 0706771 B1 EP0706771 B1 EP 0706771B1
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
    • E04H1/00—Buildings or groups of buildings for dwelling or office purposes; General layout, e.g. modular co-ordination or staggered storeys
    • E04H1/12—Small buildings or other erections for limited occupation, erected in the open air or arranged in buildings, e.g. kiosks, waiting shelters for bus stops or for filling stations, roofs for railway platforms, watchmen's huts or dressing cubicles
    • E04H1/1205—Small buildings erected in the open air
    • E04H1/1222—Sales kiosks
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47F—SPECIAL FURNITURE, FITTINGS, OR ACCESSORIES FOR SHOPS, STOREHOUSES, BARS, RESTAURANTS OR THE LIKE; PAYING COUNTERS
    • A47F9/00—Shop, bar, bank or like counters

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  • the invention relates to a modular furniture system according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • Such modular furniture systems are known from the printed publications US-A-3 835 354 and DE-U-9 006 147.
  • Such modular furniture systems especially for bar counters generally constructed so that several of the same Basic modules are joined together, but especially for Bar counters of furniture substructure designed as a solid base is to ensure the appropriate stability. This will result in a subsequent change in the structure modular furniture system, especially a bar counter largely locked out.
  • the counter surface is often considered continuous plate formed so that certain shapes, in generally an elongated shape is given. hereby is the adaptation to the existing area of the bar or the dining room is difficult. This is particularly disadvantageous when such a bar counter different locations, for example as a buffet service to be used.
  • the construction and dismantling of such Counter for mobile use as is also the case in the trade fair service or is often the case as a sales booth, is therefore very labor intensive. In addition, due to the relatively massive design transportation of the bar base is extremely difficult.
  • the invention is based on the object creating modular furniture systems, especially for bar counters, that can be easily assembled or disassembled, and Building variable and stable furniture shapes is suitable, as well is easy to transport.
  • a basic module By forming a basic module from one thin-walled, flat cladding element and one tubular, load-bearing hollow column on which the Cladding element attached by means of a detachable connection is a simple assembly and disassembly of the so formed Furniture system.
  • you can use any basic module that can be lined up creates a variety of furniture shapes are, for example a quarter circle, a semicircle, a Three-quarter circle, a full circle or a serpentine Counters forms. This is an optimal adaptation to the given space possible.
  • the bar counter created in this way is shortened or be extended and varied in their basic form. For example, if there is more dance floor for a certain celebration needed, a section of the bar counter created in this way can be implemented easily.
  • the proposed modular furniture system can also be used for sales stands, for example in trade fair construction or in Department stores.
  • the proposed thin-walled, flat Cladding elements can be made of any material, such as metal, wood or plastic, because they are formed by the Detachable connection to the tubular, supporting hollow column maintain sufficient stability. This applies in particular to the Execution by means of a plug connection and Stabilizing bars, which also the mountability of the modular furniture system.
  • the proposed hollow column has a high stability due to the tubular design on, so that the required load capacity for diverse Storage space is given.
  • An advantage of the invention is that in the cavity Hollow column supply lines and components can be integrated can, for example speakers or light sources.
  • This door element is preferred as a roll container trained so that in addition to the storage of presenting goods also information media, for example a computer monitor or a television can be integrated can. It is also appropriate that the pivotability of the Door element the direction of view of the monitor at the Counter or visitors seated at the information stand can be. This door also serves in conjunction with the aforementioned roller shutter at the end of the sales stand, if necessary.
  • FIG. 1 is a front view of a modular furniture system 1 shown, of which a central basic module 2 with itself further modules connected to the side is shown.
  • the basic module 2 consists of at least one thin-walled, flat cladding element 4 and one tubular, supporting hollow column 3.
  • the here a cylindrical cross-section (see also Fig. 3) has, however, also an octagonal or polygonal cross section can be hatched on both sides Cladding element 4 shown by means of a detachable Connection 5 attached.
  • This detachable connection 5 is preferred designed as a connector and in the hollow column bisecting center plane (see the enlarged Representation in Fig. 3).
  • a stabilizing bar 6 is provided, in which Cladding element 4 partially inserted and thus guided is so that it has the required stability perpendicular to Drawing level, especially in the execution as Bar counter.
  • this upper stabilization bar 6 can also still have a lower stabilization bar 6 ', so that the covering element 4 is clamped on all sides, like this is shown in particular in FIG.
  • a counter surface 7 is on the stabilization bar 6 put on, which extends between two hollow columns 3.
  • the Counter surface 3 can also have several basic modules 2 be formed continuously, but also only in each case extend a basic module 2.
  • the counter surface 7 can as well as the trim elements 4 from the inner cavity the hollow column 3 screwed here or by sections of the Hollow column 3 be clamped so that there is a stable connection results.
  • the hollow column 3 for Easy assembly and good portability even in several parts can be carried out, for example by two stacked sections of about 120 cm each, so that a total height of the hollow column 3 of about 2.40 m. At a Counter height of approx. 120 cm can be 7 in advantageously between two stacked Parts of the hollow column 3 be clamped, and the parts the hollow column 3 by means of at least one continuous tie rod or a threaded rod.
  • An advantage of the invention is the possibility of accommodating Components within the cavity of the hollow column 3. Preferred is here in the upper tip of the hollow column 3 Speaker 9 integrated, which together with an attached Reflector gives an all-round radiation.
  • the right Hollow column 3 at least one light source 10 is integrated, see above that in the manner of a ceiling washer is a particularly pleasant one Light gives, like this for the bar area, but also for the Living area is sought.
  • the hollow column 3 also offers the possibility of one To integrate roller shutters 13 so that the space 14 between the two adjacent hollow columns 3 can be closed.
  • roller shutter 13 that can be developed in the horizontal direction of course to increase the security against burglary at the lower shelf or counter surface 7 and the upper shelf 8 can also be performed.
  • Fig. 2 is a plan view of a furniture system formed in this way schematically shown with a total of eight basic modules 2, wherein the counter surface 7 in each case between the adjacent hollow columns 3 forms a quarter-circular arc.
  • the underlying one Cladding element 4 has to adapt to the shape of the Counter surface 7 also has a quarter-circular arch, However, it can also be linear or one, two or be folded several times, as shown schematically is.
  • the end-side hollow columns are here for differentiation the reference numeral 3 ', with a modification to the directly abutting basic modules 2 a rounded one End area of the counter surface 7 is provided, for example encompasses the hollow column 3 '.
  • Fig. 3 is a cross section along the section line A in Fig. 1 shown.
  • the releasable connection 5 is on the vertical edges of the trim element 4 enlarged shown, which is formed in the left half by that the trim element 4 has a short bend 4a with a screw 3a (and 3b, see FIG. 1) from the inside or from is screwed on the outside.
  • a screw 3a and 3b, see FIG. 1
  • Appropriate pre-drilled holes may be provided so that the Connection screw 3a in a simple manner from the inside or from can be inserted on the outside, and with the cladding element 4th is screwed.
  • the right half is a modified one Execution of the releasable connection 5 shown by in the z. B.
  • a groove is formed into which the edge of the Cladding element 4 can be inserted, and also secured with screws or clips.
  • Such a groove can be easily extruded for the profile Hollow column 3 are molded, so that hardly any additional manufacturing costs.
  • the hollow column 3 can but also as a longitudinally welded tube made of chrome-nickel sheet be made.
  • FIG. 4 is a preferred embodiment of the modular Furniture system 1 shown, with three quarter-circular Basic modules 2 are joined together, and on the total of four Hollow columns 3 are supported.
  • Top view can be seen are in the interior formed thereby several cabinets 20, for example for storing Drinks and food as well as a refrigerator, dishwasher, etc. arranged.
  • These cabinets 20 can also be modular be executed, d. H. essentially with the same External dimensions in adaptation to the basic modules 2.
  • Access area shown are on the end hollow pillars 3 'two swing door elements 15 hinged in the position shown access to the interior of the bar counter close.
  • swing door elements 15 are in preferred embodiment audiovisual devices, for example a Monitor 21 integrated, so that those sitting around the bar counter Visitors, for example at an information event or a trade fair a favorable perspective on the monitor 21 have. Due to the pivotability of the swing door element 15, the point of view can also be pinpointed to individual visitors to adjust.
  • FIG. 5 is a sectional view along the section line B. shown in Fig. 4, from which the structure of the hollow column 3 here Integrated light source 10 and speaker 9 can be seen.
  • This light source 10 can be one or more spotlights be radiating onto the reflector placed on top.
  • Such light sources generate a relatively high amount of heat have, here is approximately at the level of the second shelf 8
  • This perforated plate ring can do this by punching out the upper hollow column 3 are molded, the hollow column 3 with a height of about 2.40 m is preferably divided in the middle at counter height, so that the counter surface 7 inserted in between and by means of tie rods (see FIG. 9) can be braced.
  • FIG. 6 is a side view of the swing door element 15 shown, with a hollow column 3 '' on the side is provided, but here in a smaller diameter version. With this column 3 '' the swing door element 15 is not over Detailed door fittings shown with the stable executed end column 3 'connected. Also are here also curved cladding elements 4 'are provided, however, here in a semicircular configuration, which in the upper and lower stabilizing strips 6, 6 'are inserted. This is a within the swing door element 15 considerable storage space created, for example in the upper half is used to accommodate a monitor 21 while in the lower half storage space for drinks, food, Information material and the like. Is created.
  • the swing door element 15 is preferably supported on support wheels 25, although storage on standard door fittings between the Column 3 '' and the end-side closing column 3 'is sufficient, to support the swing door element 15.
  • the execution with Support wheels 25, however, has the advantage that the swing door element 15 can be released from the end column 3 ' can, and can then serve as a freely movable mobile container, for example, to pick up goods from a storage room or as Trolley.
  • Fig. 7 is the corresponding front view of the swing door element 15 shown in training as a roll container, wherein the relatively large storage spaces are visible.
  • the two lateral hollow columns 3 '' can be pivoted or in the freely movable, loosened version as a roll container serve as a handle so that safe handling of this showcase-like swing door element 15 is possible.
  • the swing door element shown here 15 is also suitable for use in the living area as a showcase or Roll container is suitable, with the upper part shown here can also be dispensed with as a frame for the monitor 21.
  • the basic module In the basic version consists of such a furniture system the basic module with the thin-walled cladding element 4 'and the tubular, supporting hollow column 3 '', this Basic module is expanded by means of a further hollow column 3 ''.
  • Such a single piece of furniture can also be used as a table or be designed as seating, in particular by the integrated lights and / or speakers at the top the hollow column provides optimal sound reinforcement for the person sitting on it Guest or visitor is possible.
  • FIGS. 4 and 5 schematically shown stabilization bar 6, 6 'shown.
  • the adaptation extends to the curvature selected here Stabilization bar over a pitch of 90 ° and has extensions 26 at both ends, at which the End faces of the hollow column 3 are inserted. In the one on the left End 26 is closed in the manner of a bearing eye executed so that this end in particular for insertion an end column 3 'is suitable.
  • the extension 26 ends in the middle plane of the page inserted hollow column 3, with another Stabilizing bar 6 with an extension 26 'butt-to-butt followed.
  • the stabilization bar 6 furthermore has a continuous guide groove 28 into which the horizontal lower or upper edge of the Cladding element 4 is inserted. It was on it noted that through this guide groove 28 a bulge of the thin-walled cladding element is achieved in order the arched arch shape to match the desired one To achieve furniture shape.
  • the cladding element 4, for example a thin metal plate, plastic plate or Wooden plate is to be stored smoothly for transport, and is then only slightly bent during assembly and into the Guide groove 28 inserted.
  • the corresponding connector results in addition to plugging into the lower one Stabilizing bar 6 'also by placing the appropriate upper stabilizing bar 6, so that the cladding element, as described in connection with Fig. 1, fixed on all sides in order to provide the required stability.
  • FIG. 9 is an enlarged cross section through the end region the lower stabilization bar 6 'shown. From this is especially the connector with the cylindrical Jacket tube of the hollow column 3 can be seen. Through the interior of the thin-walled hollow column 3 can tie rods or Insert threaded rods 30 with the corresponding thread or Mother inserts 29 in the extensions 26 of the Stabilizing bar 6 'are screwed. This gives a secure fixation between the preferably widened end faces of the hollow column 3 and the extensions 26 of the stabilization bar 6 or 6 '.
  • Hollow column 5 is then in a corresponding manner from above upper stabilization bar 6 placed, due to the Tie rods or threaded rods 30 have a fixed tension Components together with the cladding element 4 is given.
  • the counter surface 7 placed on top with the Tie rods can be clamped downwards or by means of less Fastening elements with the stabilization bar 6 be screwed. If, however, a counter on the counter surface 7 the upper half of the hollow column is not necessary such attachment because the counter or counter surface 7th between the stacked halves of the hollow column 3 can be clamped.
  • the tie rods or threaded rods 30 are preferably offset by 90 °, d. H.
  • Threaded inserts 29 are screwed in.
  • four threaded rods 30 can also be a central tie rod may be provided.
  • this is a mobile container trained swing door element 15 already in connection with a single basic module 2 with two hollow columns 3 a small one Counter, for example as an information stand at a trade fair or can form in a department store.
  • the basic form of basic modules 2 for example a 45 ° element, 60 ° element or one 120 ° element instead of the 90 ° element shown here
  • This also allows as a roll container trained swing door element 15 the easy completion of the the counter or the sales booth formed in this way, if necessary with roller shutters 13 integrated in the hollow columns 3
  • the proposed basic module 2 can also be used as a basic element for Seating serve, for. B. can that shown in Fig. 2 Stringed together as an expandable bench be, instead of the counter surface 7 a padded Seat back is attached to the adjacent hollow columns 3.

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  1. Système de meubles modulaire, notamment pour comptoirs de bar, composée de modules de base (2) semblables alignés qui peuvent être mis bout à bout pour construire des meubles de forme variable, sachant qu'un module de base (2) est chaque fois constitué d'un élément d'habillage plan à paroi mince (4) et d'une colonne creuse tubulaire porteuse (3) à laquelle l'élément d'habillage (4) est fixé par un dispositif d'assemblage amovible (5), sachant que le dispositif d'assemblage (5) est au moins formé par un listel de renforcement (6) s'étendant entre des colonnes creuses (3) adjacentes, caractérisée en ce que dans la pointe supérieure de la colonne creuse (3) est (sont) intégré(e)(s) au moins un haut-parleur (9) et/ou une source de lumière (10).
  2. Système de meubles selon la revendication 1, caractérisée en ce que le dispositif d'assemblage (5) est réalisé en tant que dispositif d'assemblage enfichable et est prévu dans le plan médian coupant la colonne creuse (3) en deux.
  3. Système de meubles selon la revendication 1 ou 2, caractérisée en ce que le dispositif d'assemblage amovible (5) est formé par plusieurs vis (3a, 3b) traversant la colonne creuse (3) et vissé à l'élément d'habillage (4).
  4. Système de meubles selon l'une des revendications 1 à 3, caractérisée en ce que le listel de renforcement (6) est réalisé en tant que support pour un dessus de comptoir (7).
  5. Système de meubles selon la revendication 4, caractérisée en ce que la colonne creuse (3) s'étend verticalement au-delà du dessus du comptoir (7).
  6. Système de meubles selon la revendication 5, caractérisée en ce qu'une deuxième tablette (8) est fixée de manière amovible à la colonne creuse (3), au-dessus du dessus du comptoir (7).
  7. Système de meubles selon l'une des revendications 1 à 6, caractérisée en ce que l'élément d'habillage (4) vu du dessus est réalisé en forme d'arc de quart de cercle.
  8. Système de meubles selon l'une des revendications 1 à 7, caractérisée en ce qu'un volet roulant (13) déroulable horizontalement est intégré dans la colonne creuse (3).
  9. Système de meubles selon l'une des revendications 1 à 8, caractérisée en ce que l'élément d'habillage (4) est constitué par une tôle perforée.
  10. Système de meubles selon l'une des revendications 1 à 9, caractérisée en ce qu'une porte (15) est fixée de façon pivotante à une colonne creuse d'extrémité (3').
  11. Système de meubles selon la revendication 10, caractérisée en ce qu'un moniteur (21) est intégré dans la porte (15).
  12. Système de meubles selon la revendication 10 ou 11, caractérisée en ce que la porte (15) est réalisée en tant que conteneur à roulettes (25).
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