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EP1065327A1
EP1065327A1 EP99870140A EP99870140A EP1065327A1 EP 1065327 A1 EP1065327 A1 EP 1065327A1 EP 99870140 A EP99870140 A EP 99870140A EP 99870140 A EP99870140 A EP 99870140A EP 1065327 A1 EP1065327 A1 EP 1065327A1
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    • G09EDUCATION; CRYPTOGRAPHY; DISPLAY; ADVERTISING; SEALS
    • G09FDISPLAYING; ADVERTISING; SIGNS; LABELS OR NAME-PLATES; SEALS
    • G09F15/00Boards, hoardings, pillars, or like structures for notices, placards, posters, or the like
    • G09F15/0068Modular articulated structures, e.g. stands, and articulation means therefor
    • EFIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
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    • E04BGENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/74Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge
    • E04B2/7407Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge assembled using frames with infill panels or coverings only; made-up of panels and a support structure incorporating posts
    • E04B2/7416Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge assembled using frames with infill panels or coverings only; made-up of panels and a support structure incorporating posts with free upper edge, e.g. for use as office space dividers
    • E04B2/7433Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge assembled using frames with infill panels or coverings only; made-up of panels and a support structure incorporating posts with free upper edge, e.g. for use as office space dividers with panels and support posts
    • E04B2/7438Removable non-load-bearing partitions; Partitions with a free upper edge assembled using frames with infill panels or coverings only; made-up of panels and a support structure incorporating posts with free upper edge, e.g. for use as office space dividers with panels and support posts with adjustable angular connection of panels to posts

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  • the invention relates to devices for to quickly assemble panels for the realization of partitions, booths, stands, shelves, floors and other temporary or semi-permanent developments.
  • US-5,529,423 describes an assembly system for play space.
  • the corners of the panels delimiting this space carry notches and are immobilized by clamping of a hub by a cap. Such a fitting enough fragile is not intended for frequent disassembly.
  • US-5,689,926 describes a system where panels are snap onto columns with dimensions predetermined. It is a very versatile system and weak robustness.
  • a first object of the invention is the placing on the market for a simple, reliable assembly system and robust.
  • Another object of the invention is that such a system allows, with a reduced number of parts, a large variety of assembly possibilities.
  • Another goal is that this system can be used by moderately skilled people.
  • Another goal is that this system adapts as well to lasting montages than ephemeral montages.
  • the reinforcing profiles advantageously have a round or polygonal section.
  • the framing profiles have a back part in trapezoidal, rectangular or semi-cylindrical substance.
  • the pins on the crowns have, preferably a substantially cylindrical or crown segment.
  • the spacing of these pins on the crown is such that two of these pins can be inserted into the cavity longitudinal of a panel framing profile.
  • the crowns include two parts, one intended to be secured to a profile of frame, the other carrying the pins; these two parts are connected by return means essentially elastic.
  • the tubular reinforcement profiles include at least one pair of opposite longitudinal projections or grooves, and the crowns are open for at least 120 ° and comprise two grooves or projections capable of cooperating with the said projections or grooves to maintain the say crowns in sliding contact with said profiles.
  • half crowns can be used or use profiles with dovetail mortises.
  • the elements of the system of the invention are simple to to manufacture.
  • the system itself is universal: the panels can be mounted by forming angles between them various values: 90 °, 60 °, 45 °, etc. and be set to different heights, regardless of the height of the armature tubes themselves.
  • Crowns are likely to be made with the most diverse materials and coatings, which allows them to be matched to all environments, even more luxurious.
  • Fig. 1 shows schematically the assembly a simplified structure with different elements of the system of the invention.
  • a composite panel 1 is intended to be fixed to a height determined on a tubular reinforcement section 2.
  • This tubular profile 2 is held in place vertically by fixing means 4 known by elsewhere (flanges, bases, etc.).
  • the panel 1 is provided with a frame consisting of framing profiles 6 arranged along its edges. As can be seen in more detail in FIG. 2, back 8 of the framing profile 6 intended to come and adjust the along the tubular profile 2 is moved away from the edge of the panel 1, delimiting a longitudinal cavity 10 open to its two ends, which correspond respectively to lower and upper corners of the panel 1.
  • a first crown 16 the inner section of which corresponds to that of the reinforcement profile 2, is brought by sliding to the correct height where it is immobilized by clamping means (such as a screw pressure 18).
  • the upper ring 19 of the crown 16 is provided a series of lugs 20 which extend upwards, parallel to profile 2.
  • pins are angularly spaced on the crown 16 in such a way that it is possible to engage, by a relative axial displacement, one or more of them in the cavity 10 delimited by the framing profile 6.
  • Fig. 2 shows, united on the same crown 16, different possible shapes of the backs 8 of profiles Box 6, in conjunction with the provision of lugs 20 of this crown 16. These different shapes allow, depending on the use for which the structure is intended, different types of locking and thicknesses of panels 1. As shown in FIG. 2, we also have the possibility of having certain links play the role of real hinge, while prohibiting movement relative to adjacent panels 1.
  • a wise choice of the section of profiles frame 6 gives the structure a rigidity appropriate to its use or its lifespan presumed.
  • the crown 116 of FIG. 3a very simple to manufacture, is molded in one piece and allows the insertion of panels 2 fixed at 45 ° (and multiple) from each other.
  • the crowns 16, 216 of Figs. 3b and 3c carry pins 20, 220 cylindrical, more or less spaced on the ring 19 or even outside of it (Fig. 3c) which allows pivoting connections with the reinforcement profile 2.
  • Fig. 3d shows another embodiment of crown 316, where lugs 320, 321 are made separately and driven (320) or screwed (321) in axial cavities 322 possibly threaded (324). A drilling through these cavities (322, 324) allows possible disassembly below the panels 1, which facilitates handling during assembly, disassembly or structural transformations.
  • Lugs 420, 520 and 620 are attached laterally (Fig. 3e, 3f, 3g).
  • Crowns 716, 816 are light pieces, stamped or molded, as shown in Figs. 3h, 3d.
  • Aesthetic or manufacturing requirements may also impose on crowns and / or lugs (920, 921) angular shapes (Fig. 3k).
  • Fig. 3m shows a 1016 crown interrupted on 180 °, which makes it possible to have the panels 1 contiguous to different heights.
  • Maintaining the semi-elliptical 1016 crown on the profile 1002 is ensured by the presence of at least one pair of protrusions or longitudinal grooves 1004, arranged on either side of the profile and cooperating with a pair of grooves or protrusions 1006 in shape corresponding on the internal face of the crown 1016.
  • This assembly system also applies in the case of 2002 reinforcement profiles where the projections form dovetail mortises 2004. Tenons of corresponding shape allow to slide to will interrupted crowns 2116 on this profile 2002 frame.
  • the lugs 20, or the part of the crowns 16, 22 of which they are integral can be fixed by means of return means (springs) to the crown, which allows to lock the panels in place, without having to undo the means of securing the crown corresponding to the reinforcement profiles 2.
  • the panels 1 themselves are, generally, formed in a composite way. So they can understand a heart of insulating or absorbent material, or even of filling, sandwiched between rigid panels, which can be decorated.
  • the design of the panels 1 is facilitated by the presence of the framing profiles 6 which ensure cohesion and rigidity, both to the structure mounted only to its separate elements.
  • the system of the invention also allows for fixed panels, signs, etc.

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The assembly system, using panels (1) and tubular supports (2) to create partitions, has crown rings (16) which can be adjusted along the supports and fixed in place by locking screws (18). The crown rings have projecting pegs or lugs (20) formed by slits to engage with cavities (10) in the corners (12) of hollow frame members (8) surrounding the panel, which can be of an insulating or absorbent material. The locking screws can be designed to require special tools to prevent tampering.

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L'invention concerne les dispositifs permettant d'assembler rapidement des panneaux pour la réalisation de cloisons, d'isoloirs, de stands, d'étagères, de planchers et autres aménagements temporaires ou semi-permanents.The invention relates to devices for to quickly assemble panels for the realization of partitions, booths, stands, shelves, floors and other temporary or semi-permanent developments.

Il existe un marché important pour les dispositifs et systèmes permettant d'assembler en un temps réduit des structures dont la durée de vie se calcule parfois en heures (stands d'exposition, décors, etc.) mais parfois aussi en mois et années (aménagement de plateaux, de bureaux, mobilier).There is a large market for devices and systems for assembling in a short time structures whose lifespan is sometimes calculated in hours (exhibition stands, sets, etc.) but sometimes also in months and years (arrangement of trays, offices, furniture).

La gamme des matériaux utilisés est pratiquement infinie, de même que les exigences dimensionnelles. Il reste cependant une constante : la sécurité et, en corollaire, la solidité des assemblages, qui sont amenés souvent à supporter des sollicitations inusitées, et la facilité de montage/démontage, ces opérations pouvant être confiées à des personnes techniquement peu qualifiées.The range of materials used is practically infinite, as are the dimensional requirements. he remains a constant, however: security and, in corollary, the solidity of the assemblies, which are brought often endure unusual stresses, and the ease of assembly / disassembly, these operations can be entrusted to technically unskilled persons.

US-5,529,423 décrit un système d'assemblage pour espace de jeu. Les coins des panneaux délimitant cet espace portent des encoches et sont immobilisés par serrage d'un moyeu par une calotte. Un tel montage assez fragile n'est pas destiné à des démontages fréquents.US-5,529,423 describes an assembly system for play space. The corners of the panels delimiting this space carry notches and are immobilized by clamping of a hub by a cap. Such a fitting enough fragile is not intended for frequent disassembly.

US-5,689,926 décrit un système où des panneaux se fixent par encliquetage sur des colonnes aux dimensions prédéterminées. Il s'agit d'un système peu versatile et de faible robustesse.US-5,689,926 describes a system where panels are snap onto columns with dimensions predetermined. It is a very versatile system and weak robustness.

US-5,715,956 décrit un mobilier modulaire assemblé par des éléments de coin de forme complexe, sensibles aux sollicitations.US-5,715,956 describes assembled modular furniture by corner elements of complex shape, sensitive to solicitations.

D'autres systèmes, tels que US-5,647,650 font appel à des profilés de forme complexe, peu adaptés à des montages/démontages successifs, ou qui requièrent de disposer d'un stock important de pièces en variantes.Other systems, such as US-5,647,650 use profiles of complex shape, poorly suited to successive assemblies / disassemblies, or which require have a large stock of variant parts.

Un premier but de l'invention est la mise sur le marché d'un système d'assemblage à la fois simple, fiable et robuste.A first object of the invention is the placing on the market for a simple, reliable assembly system and robust.

Un autre but de l'invention est qu'un tel système permette, avec un nombre de pièces réduit, une grande variété de possibilités d'assemblage.Another object of the invention is that such a system allows, with a reduced number of parts, a large variety of assembly possibilities.

Un autre but est que ce système soit utilisable par des personnes moyennement habiles.Another goal is that this system can be used by moderately skilled people.

Un autre but est que ce système s'adapte aussi bien à des montages durables qu'à des montages éphémères.Another goal is that this system adapts as well to lasting montages than ephemeral montages.

L'objet de l'invention est un système d'assemblage comprenant comme éléments de base :

  • des profilés tubulaires formant l'armature de la structure à assembler;
  • des couronnes aptes à coulisser et/ou à être immobilisées à volonté le long de ces profilés tubulaires, les dites couronnes étant munies d'ergots longitudinaux;
  • des panneaux munis, le long d'au moins un de leurs chants destiné à être solidarisée à un profilé tubulaire, d'un profilé d'encadrement ouvert à ses deux extrémités sur une cavité longitudinale apte à l'insertion d'au moins un ergot d'une couronne.
The object of the invention is an assembly system comprising as basic elements:
  • tubular profiles forming the frame of the structure to be assembled;
  • crowns capable of sliding and / or being immobilized at will along these tubular sections, said crowns being provided with longitudinal lugs;
  • panels provided, along at least one of their edges intended to be secured to a tubular profile, a framing profile open at its two ends on a longitudinal cavity suitable for the insertion of at least one lug of a crown.

Les profilés d'armature présentent avantageusement une section ronde ou polygonale.The reinforcing profiles advantageously have a round or polygonal section.

Suivant des modes de réalisation avantageux, les profilés d'encadrement présentent une partie dorsale en substance trapézoïdale, rectangulaire ou hémicylindrique. According to advantageous embodiments, the framing profiles have a back part in trapezoidal, rectangular or semi-cylindrical substance.

Les ergots dont sont munies les couronnes ont, de préférence, une forme en substance cylindrique ou en segment de couronne.The pins on the crowns have, preferably a substantially cylindrical or crown segment.

Suivant un mode de réalisation avantageux, l'écartement de ces ergots sur la couronne est tel que deux de ces ergots peuvent être insérés dans la cavité longitudinale d'un profilé d'encadrement d'un panneau.According to an advantageous embodiment, the spacing of these pins on the crown is such that two of these pins can be inserted into the cavity longitudinal of a panel framing profile.

De façon optionnelle, les couronnes comprennent deux parties, l'une destinée à être solidarisée à un profilé d'armature, l'autre portant les ergots ; ces deux parties sont reliées par des moyens de rappel essentiellement élastiques.Optionally, the crowns include two parts, one intended to be secured to a profile of frame, the other carrying the pins; these two parts are connected by return means essentially elastic.

Suivant un mode de réalisation particulier, les profilés d'armature tubulaires comprennent au moins une paire de saillies ou de rainures longitudinales opposées, et les couronnes sont ouvertes sur au moins 120° et comprennent deux rainures ou saillies aptes à coopérer avec les dites saillies ou rainures pour maintenir les dites couronnes en contact coulissant avec les dits profilés. En particulier, on peut utiliser des demi-couronnes ou avoir recours à des profilés comportant des mortaises en queues d'aronde. Ce mode de réalisation a comme avantage que les fixations de panneaux solidarisés à un même tube d'armature ne se gênent pas mutuellement.According to a particular embodiment, the tubular reinforcement profiles include at least one pair of opposite longitudinal projections or grooves, and the crowns are open for at least 120 ° and comprise two grooves or projections capable of cooperating with the said projections or grooves to maintain the say crowns in sliding contact with said profiles. In particular, half crowns can be used or use profiles with dovetail mortises. This embodiment has as an advantage that the fastenings of panels secured to the same armature tube does not interfere with each other.

Les éléments du système de l'invention sont simples à fabriquer.The elements of the system of the invention are simple to to manufacture.

Le système lui-même est universel : les panneaux peuvent être montés en formant entre eux des angles de diverses valeurs : 90°, 60°, 45°, etc. et être fixés à différentes hauteurs, indépendamment de la hauteur des tubes d'armature eux-même.The system itself is universal: the panels can be mounted by forming angles between them various values: 90 °, 60 °, 45 °, etc. and be set to different heights, regardless of the height of the armature tubes themselves.

Les couronnes sont susceptibles d'être réalisées avec des matériaux et des revêtements les plus divers, ce qui permet de les assortir à tous les environnements, même les plus luxueux.Crowns are likely to be made with the most diverse materials and coatings, which allows them to be matched to all environments, even more luxurious.

D'autres particularités et avantages de l'invention ressortiront de la description ci-après de formes de réalisation avantageuses, référence étant faite aux dessins, dans lesquels :

  • la Fig. 1 est une vue en perspective éclatée, avec interruptions, d'une structure (élémentaire) suivant l'invention;
  • la Fig. 2 est une vue du dessus d'une couronne sur laquelle sont montés différents types de panneaux;
  • les Fig. 3a à 3n sont des vues en perspective de différents modes de réalisation de couronnes du système de l'invention.
Other features and advantages of the invention will emerge from the following description of advantageous embodiments, reference being made to the drawings, in which:
  • Fig. 1 is an exploded perspective view, with interruptions, of a (elementary) structure according to the invention;
  • Fig. 2 is a top view of a crown on which various types of panels are mounted;
  • Figs. 3a to 3n are perspective views of different embodiments of crowns of the system of the invention.

La Fig. 1 montre de manière schématique l'assemblage d'une structure simplifiée comportant différents éléments du système de l'invention.Fig. 1 shows schematically the assembly a simplified structure with different elements of the system of the invention.

Un panneau composite 1 est destiné à être fixé à une hauteur déterminée sur un profilé d'armature tubulaire 2.A composite panel 1 is intended to be fixed to a height determined on a tubular reinforcement section 2.

Ce profilé tubulaire 2 est maintenu en place verticalement par des moyens de fixation 4 connus par ailleurs (flasques, embases, etc.).This tubular profile 2 is held in place vertically by fixing means 4 known by elsewhere (flanges, bases, etc.).

Le panneau 1 est muni d'un cadre constitué de profilés d'encadrement 6 disposés le long de ses chants. Comme on peut le voir plus en détail à la Fig. 2, le dos 8 du profilé d'encadrement 6 destiné à venir s'ajuster le long du profilé tubulaire 2 est écarté du chant du panneau 1, délimitant une cavité 10 longitudinale ouverte à ses deux extrémités, qui correspondent respectivement aux coins inférieurs et supérieurs du panneau 1.The panel 1 is provided with a frame consisting of framing profiles 6 arranged along its edges. As can be seen in more detail in FIG. 2, back 8 of the framing profile 6 intended to come and adjust the along the tubular profile 2 is moved away from the edge of the panel 1, delimiting a longitudinal cavity 10 open to its two ends, which correspond respectively to lower and upper corners of the panel 1.

Une première couronne 16, dont la section interieure correspond à celle du profilé d'armature 2, est amenée par coulissement à la hauteur adéquate, où elle est immobilisée par des moyens de serrage (tels qu'une vis de pression 18).A first crown 16, the inner section of which corresponds to that of the reinforcement profile 2, is brought by sliding to the correct height where it is immobilized by clamping means (such as a screw pressure 18).

L'anneau 19 supérieur de la couronne 16 est muni d'une série d'ergots 20 qui s'étendent vers le haut, parallèlement au profilé 2.The upper ring 19 of the crown 16 is provided a series of lugs 20 which extend upwards, parallel to profile 2.

Ces ergots sont espacés angulairement sur la couronne 16 de façon telle qu'il est possible d'engager, par un déplacement axial relatif, un ou plusieurs d'entre eux dans la cavité 10 délimitée par le profilé d'encadrement 6.These pins are angularly spaced on the crown 16 in such a way that it is possible to engage, by a relative axial displacement, one or more of them in the cavity 10 delimited by the framing profile 6.

Le coin 12 du panneau 1 étant engagé sur les ergots 20 de la couronne 16 inférieure, on aligne le côté du panneau 1 parallèlement au profilé d'armature 2. Il suffit à ce moment de faire coulisser vers le bas une deuxième couronne 116 de façon à ce qu'un ou plusieurs des ergots 120 qu'elle porte à son anneau inférieur s'engagent dans la cavité 10 pour verrouiller de façon efficace le panneau 1 au tube d'armature 2.The corner 12 of the panel 1 being engaged on the pins 20 of the lower crown 16, the side of the panel 1 parallel to the reinforcing profile 2. It suffices at this time to slide down a second crown 116 so that one or more of the pins 120 that she wears at her lower ring engage in the cavity 10 for effectively locking the panel 1 to the armature tube 2.

La Fig. 2 montre, réunies sur une même couronne 16, différentes formes possibles des dos 8 de profilés d'encadrement 6, en conjonction avec la disposition des ergots 20 de cette couronne 16. Ces différentes formes permettent, suivant l'usage auquel la structure est destinée, différents types de verrouillage et d'épaisseurs de panneaux 1. Comme le montre la Fig. 2, on a aussi la possibilité de faire jouer à certaines liaisons le rôle de véritable charnière, tout en interdisant un mouvement relatif des panneaux 1 adjacents.Fig. 2 shows, united on the same crown 16, different possible shapes of the backs 8 of profiles Box 6, in conjunction with the provision of lugs 20 of this crown 16. These different shapes allow, depending on the use for which the structure is intended, different types of locking and thicknesses of panels 1. As shown in FIG. 2, we also have the possibility of having certain links play the role of real hinge, while prohibiting movement relative to adjacent panels 1.

Un choix judicieux de la section des profilés d'encadrement 6 permet de conférer à la structure une rigidité appropriée à son emploi ou à sa durée de vie présumée. A wise choice of the section of profiles frame 6 gives the structure a rigidity appropriate to its use or its lifespan presumed.

Différentes variantes (dont les références se terminent en -16), correspondant à des modes de fabrications différents (par moulage, usinage, assemblage, estampage) de couronnes 16 du système de l'invention sont représentées aux Fig. 3a à 3n.Different variants (whose references are end in -16), corresponding to modes of different manufacturing (by molding, machining, assembly, stamping) of crowns 16 of the system of the invention are shown in Figs. 3a to 3n.

Ces figures montrent que les ergots 20, 120 représentés à la Fig. 2 peuvent assumer, sans sortir du cadre de l'invention, différentes formes, outre la forme cylindrique 20 (Fig. 3b) et celle de segment de couronnes 120 (Fig. 3a).These figures show that the pins 20, 120 shown in Fig. 2 can assume, without leaving the scope of the invention, different forms, in addition to the form cylindrical 20 (Fig. 3b) and that of crown segment 120 (Fig. 3a).

La couronne 116 de la Fig. 3a très simple à fabriquer, est moulée d'une pièce et permet d'insérer les panneaux 2 fixés à 45° (et multiples) les uns des autres.The crown 116 of FIG. 3a very simple to manufacture, is molded in one piece and allows the insertion of panels 2 fixed at 45 ° (and multiple) from each other.

Les couronnes 16, 216 des Fig. 3b et 3c portent des ergots 20, 220 cylindriques, plus ou moins espacés sur l'anneau 19 ou même en dehors de celui-ci (Fig. 3c) ce qui permet des liaisons pivotantes avec le profilé d'armature 2.The crowns 16, 216 of Figs. 3b and 3c carry pins 20, 220 cylindrical, more or less spaced on the ring 19 or even outside of it (Fig. 3c) which allows pivoting connections with the reinforcement profile 2.

La Fig. 3d montre une autre forme de réalisation de couronne 316, où les ergots 320, 321 sont fabriqués séparément et chassés (320) ou vissés (321) dans des cavités axiales 322 éventuellement filetées (324). Un percement de part en part de ces cavités (322, 324) permet un éventuel démontage par-dessous des panneaux 1, ce qui facilite les manipulations lors du montage, du démontage ou des transformations de structures.Fig. 3d shows another embodiment of crown 316, where lugs 320, 321 are made separately and driven (320) or screwed (321) in axial cavities 322 possibly threaded (324). A drilling through these cavities (322, 324) allows possible disassembly below the panels 1, which facilitates handling during assembly, disassembly or structural transformations.

Les ergots 420, 520 et 620 sont rapportés latéralement (Fig. 3e, 3f, 3g).Lugs 420, 520 and 620 are attached laterally (Fig. 3e, 3f, 3g).

Les couronnes 716, 816 sont des pièces légères, estampées ou moulées, comme illustrées aux Fig. 3h, 3j.Crowns 716, 816 are light pieces, stamped or molded, as shown in Figs. 3h, 3d.

Les exigences esthétiques ou de fabrication peuvent aussi imposer aux couronnes et/ou aux ergots (920, 921) des formes anguleuses (Fig. 3k). Aesthetic or manufacturing requirements may also impose on crowns and / or lugs (920, 921) angular shapes (Fig. 3k).

La Fig. 3m montre une couronne 1016 interrompue sur 180°, qui permet de disposer des panneaux 1 contigus à des hauteurs différentes.Fig. 3m shows a 1016 crown interrupted on 180 °, which makes it possible to have the panels 1 contiguous to different heights.

Le maintien de la couronne 1016 semi-elliptique sur le profilé 1002 est assuré par la présence d'au moins une paire de saillies ou de rainures longitudinales 1004, disposées de part et d'autre du profilé et coopérant avec une paire de rainuresou de saillies 1006 de forme correspondante ménagée sur la face interne de la couronne 1016.Maintaining the semi-elliptical 1016 crown on the profile 1002 is ensured by the presence of at least one pair of protrusions or longitudinal grooves 1004, arranged on either side of the profile and cooperating with a pair of grooves or protrusions 1006 in shape corresponding on the internal face of the crown 1016.

Le présent système d'assemblage s'applique également dans le cas de profilés d'armatures 2002 où les saillies forment des mortaises en queue d'aronde 2004. Des tenons de forme correspondante permettent de faire coulisser à volonté les couronnes interrompues 2116 sur ce profilé d'armature 2002.This assembly system also applies in the case of 2002 reinforcement profiles where the projections form dovetail mortises 2004. Tenons of corresponding shape allow to slide to will interrupted crowns 2116 on this profile 2002 frame.

Suivant un mode de réalisation non représenté, les ergots 20, ou la partie de la couronnes 16, 22 dont ils sont solidaire, peuvent être fixés par l'intermédiaire de moyens de rappel (ressorts) à la couronne, ce qui permet de verrouiller les panneaux en place, sans pour autant devoir défaire les moyens de solidarisation de la couronne correspondante aux profilés d'armature 2.According to an embodiment not shown, the lugs 20, or the part of the crowns 16, 22 of which they are integral, can be fixed by means of return means (springs) to the crown, which allows to lock the panels in place, without having to undo the means of securing the crown corresponding to the reinforcement profiles 2.

Les panneaux 1 eux-mêmes sont, généralement, formés de façon composite. Ils peuvent ainsi comprendre un coeur en matériau isolant ou absorbant, voire en matériau de remplissage, pris en sandwich entre des panneaux rigides, lesquels peuvent être décorés. La conception des panneaux 1 est facilitée par la présence des profilés d'encadrement 6 qui assurent cohésion et rigidité, tant à la structure montée qu'à ses éléments séparés.The panels 1 themselves are, generally, formed in a composite way. So they can understand a heart of insulating or absorbent material, or even of filling, sandwiched between rigid panels, which can be decorated. The design of the panels 1 is facilitated by the presence of the framing profiles 6 which ensure cohesion and rigidity, both to the structure mounted only to its separate elements.

En utilisant des moyens de serrage verrouillables ou à accès réduit (clés spéciales), le système de l'invention permet également de réaliser des panneaux fixes, des enseignes, etc.By using lockable clamping means or with reduced access (special keys), the system of the invention also allows for fixed panels, signs, etc.

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Système d'assemblage de panneaux (1) sur des profilés tubulaires (2) formant armature caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend comme éléments de base : des couronnes (16, *16) aptes à être immobilisées à volonté le long de ces profilés tubulaires (2), les dites couronnes (16, *16) étant munies d'ergots (20, *20) longitudinaux; les panneaux (1) étant munis, le long d'au moins un de leurs chants destiné à être solidarisé à un des profilés tubulaires (2), d'un profilé d'encadrement (6) en substance en U, les branches de ce U enserrant les faces de ces panneaux, le dos (8) de ce profilé d'encadrement (6) étant écarté du chant de ces panneaux (1), délimitant ainsi une cavité (10) longitudinale ouverte à ses deux extrémités, apte à l'insertion d'au moins un ergot (20, *20) d'une couronne (16, *16).System for assembling panels (1) on tubular profiles (2) forming a frame, characterized in that it comprises as basic elements: crowns (16, * 16) capable of being immobilized at will along these tubular sections (2), said crowns (16, * 16) being provided with longitudinal lugs (20, * 20); the panels (1) being provided, along at least one of their edges intended to be secured to one of the tubular profiles (2), of a framing profile (6) substantially in a U shape, the branches of this U enclosing the faces of these panels, the back (8) of this framing profile (6) being spaced from the edge of these panels (1), thus delimiting a longitudinal cavity (10) open at its two ends, suitable for insertion of at least one lug (20, * 20) of a crown (16, * 16). Système d'assemblage suivant la revendication 1 caractérisé en ce que les profilés d'armature (2) présentent une section ronde.Assembly system according to claim 1 characterized in that the reinforcing profiles (2) have a round section. Système d'assemblage suivant la revendication 1 caractérisé en ce que les profilés d'armature (2) présentent une section polygonale.Assembly system according to claim 1 characterized in that the reinforcing profiles (2) have a polygonal section. Système d'assemblage suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes caractérisé en ce que les profilés d'encadrement (6) présentent une partie dorsale (8) en substance trapézoïdale.Assembly system according to any one of previous claims characterized in that the framing profiles (6) have a back portion (8) substantially trapezoidal. Système d'assemblage suivant l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 3 caractérisé en ce que les profilés d'encadrement (6) présentent une partie dorsale (8) en substance rectangulaire.Assembly system according to any one of Claims 1 to 3 characterized in that the profiles frame (6) have a back portion (8) in rectangular stuff. Système d'assemblage suivant l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 3 caractérisé en ce que les profilés d'encadrement (6) présentent une partie dorsale (8) en substance hémicylindrique.Assembly system according to any one of Claims 1 to 3 characterized in that the profiles frame (6) have a back portion (8) in semi-cylindrical substance. Système d'assemblage suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes caractérisé en ce que les couronnes (16, *16) sont munies d'ergots (20, *20) en substance en forme de segments de couronne.Assembly system according to any one of previous claims characterized in that the crowns (16, * 16) are provided with lugs (20, * 20) in substance in the form of crown segments. Système d'assemblage suivant l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6 caractérisé en ce que les couronnes (16, *16) sont munies d'ergots (20, *20) en substance de forme cylindrique, l'écartement de ces ergots (20, -20) sur la couronne (16, *16) étant tel que deux de ces ergots (20, *20) peuvent être insérés dans la cavité longitudinale (10) d'un profilé d'encadrement (6) d'un panneau.Assembly system according to any one of claims 1 to 6 characterized in that the crowns (16, * 16) are provided with pins (20, * 20) in substance of cylindrical shape, the spacing of these pins (20, -20) on the crown (16, * 16) being such that two of these pins (20, * 20) can be inserted into the cavity longitudinal (10) of a frame profile (6) of a sign. Système d'assemblage suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que les couronnes (16, *16) comprennent deux parties, l'une destinée à être solidarisée à un profilé d'armature (2), l'autre portant les ergots (20, *20), ces deux parties étant reliées par des moyens de rappel élastiques.Assembly system according to any one of previous claims, characterized in that the crowns (16, * 16) have two parts, one intended to be secured to an armature profile (2), the other carrying the pins (20, * 20), these two parts being connected by elastic return means. Système d'assemblage suivant l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que les profilés d'armature tubulaires (2) comprennent au moins une paire de saillies ou de rainures longitudinales (1004) opposées, les couronnes (16, *16) sont ouvertes sur au moins 120° et comprennent deux profils aptes à coopérer avec les dites saillies ou rainures (1004) pour maintenir les dites couronnes (16, *16) en contact coulissant avec les dits profilés (2). Assembly system according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the tubular reinforcement profiles (2) comprise at least one pair of opposite protrusions or longitudinal grooves (1004), the crowns (16, * 16) are open over at least 120 ° and include two profiles capable of cooperating with said projections or grooves (1004) to maintain said crowns (16, * 16) in sliding contact with said profiles ( 2).
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