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EP1974103B1 - Housing for protecting and masking a toilet bowl and a toilet bowl provided therewith - Google Patents

Housing for protecting and masking a toilet bowl and a toilet bowl provided therewith Download PDF

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EP1974103B1
EP1974103B1 EP07712629A EP07712629A EP1974103B1 EP 1974103 B1 EP1974103 B1 EP 1974103B1 EP 07712629 A EP07712629 A EP 07712629A EP 07712629 A EP07712629 A EP 07712629A EP 1974103 B1 EP1974103 B1 EP 1974103B1
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03D—WATER-CLOSETS OR URINALS WITH FLUSHING DEVICES; FLUSHING VALVES THEREFOR
    • E03D11/00—Other component parts of water-closets, e.g. noise-reducing means in the flushing system, flushing pipes mounted in the bowl, seals for the bowl outlet, devices preventing overflow of the bowl contents; devices forming a water seal in the bowl after flushing, devices eliminating obstructions in the bowl outlet or preventing backflow of water and excrements from the waterpipe
    • E03D11/02—Water-closet bowls ; Bowls with a double odour seal optionally with provisions for a good siphonic action; siphons as part of the bowl

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  • the present invention relates to a guard for protecting and masking a toilet bowl.
  • Toilet bowls are traditionally made of ceramic.
  • Ceramic is, during the manufacturing process, a dimensionally unstable material. Thus, the dimensions of the products manufactured are difficult to control and not constant from one room to another. This has not favored the manufacture of cuvettes in several subassemblies to assemble, as well as the variety of products in terms of shape.
  • a cover or housing which is intended to hide the toilet bowl, including covering the upper portion of the bowl of the bowl which is shaped in peripheral flange folded inwards.
  • This hood consists of a single piece, so that its introduction and removal requires some dexterity.
  • the document US 331,993 discloses a toilet assembly which includes a bowl bowl having in its upper open portion a drip tray which is secured under the top of a body surrounding the bowl and a toilet seat being positioned above it tray in extension of said body and which it is fixed by a hinge.
  • a toilet assembly comprising a housing comprising a main body in which is disposed the bowl of the toilet and a cover piece permanently assembled to the main body or in the form of a monobloc.
  • the document DE 93 09 173U discloses an assembly with a toilet bowl comprising a housing formed of a main body in which is disposed the bowl of the bowl and a cover piece, the workpiece and the body being assembled.
  • the document US4,145,772 discloses an assembly with a toilet bowl, comprising a casing formed of a main body which is an outer shell in which is disposed the bowl of the bowl and a cover piece which is an outer plastic shell open in the center and disposed above a part comprising a water reservoir open at its center and disposed above the bowl, these two shells being fixed to each other permanently by a foam or a fixing solvent.
  • US 3,908,202 discloses a toilet assembly comprising a housing disposed on the front of the bowl of the bowl and attached to a cover piece by screws.
  • the present invention aims to solve these disadvantages by proposing an easy to install and remove housing, which facilitates any particular technical intervention behind the bowl, but which is quite stable during normal use of the toilet in association with a removable cover piece.
  • the upper portion of the bowl is shaped inward flanged peripheral rim, which defines with this bowl a distribution channel of water "R".
  • This casing is characterized by the characterizing part of claim 1.
  • the body and the cover piece forming two separate parts, it is particularly easy to put in place and remove them, which allows the handling of the housing without requiring special dexterity.
  • Another advantage of this structure is that it is scalable, that is to say that some elements that constitute it can be replaced by others, without this affecting the operation of the whole.
  • the design potential of this bowl due to the possibility of using various stable materials (plastics, composites, stainless steel, wood, ...) becomes significant.
  • the present invention also relates to a bowl provided with a housing according to one of the features listed above.
  • the inwardly folded peripheral flange which delimits with the bowl a water distribution channel constitutes a separate part of said bowl.
  • said rim and said bowl each have at least one notch intended to come opposite each other, as well as a water supply conduit engaged in the pair of notches.
  • the casing of the bowl is supported on an anchor base and cooperates with said base by a pivot type connection.
  • the toilet bowl that is represented at the figure 1 is typical of those which can receive the masking and protection casing according to the invention. It can be manufactured in any suitable material, known to those skilled in the art, such as "resin concrete”.
  • This bowl 1 comprises, in the usual manner, a bowl 10 whose upper part is shaped in peripheral flange folded inwards.
  • a conduit 100 for draining sewage forming siphon At the bottom of the bowl is connected a conduit 100 for draining sewage forming siphon.
  • this duct opens a tubular 101 whose upper end extends behind the bowl 1, slightly higher than its upper rim.
  • This tubing is for example intended to receive a removable rod whose end is provided with a tartar collecting material.
  • the top of this rod can be advantageously shaped plug closure of the tubing.
  • At least one flexible pipe 21 supplies the bowl 10 of the bowl 1 with water.
  • the flange 11 has a traditional U-shaped structure reversed, with a flat base 110 forming upper bearing surface and two substantially parallel flanges 111 and 112.
  • the flange 112 extends in the extension of the wall of the bowl 10, while the flange 111 is an inner wall overlooking the inside of the bowl.
  • the end 113 of the flange 112 and the upper periphery 102 of the bowl are shaped such that by a top-down engagement, the flange 11 is supported on the bowl 10 and remains in place. These ends and around here represent shoulders with complementary engagement.
  • the extension 110 'of the outward rim allows the recovery of the crown 12 of the bowl 10 and the upper edge 302 of the housing 3 thus sealing the couple bowl / housing, especially when the cover piece is removed for cleaning. This is an example. Any other mode of cooperation is of course conceivable.
  • the flange 11 delimits with the bowl 10 a water distribution channel R inside the bowl 1.
  • the rim 11 has in its rear part two notches with a semicircle contour 114. The same is true for the corresponding region of the wall of the bowl 10. These notches are referenced 120 and have exactly the same shape as the previous ones, except that they open up.
  • the ends 210 of the pipes are shaped to be able to engage in the notches and slightly overflow inside the bowl 10.
  • lips are provided to ensure perfect water tightness.
  • the water pipe is unique.
  • the protective casing according to the invention is partly visible at the figure 5 . It is shown in place around a bowl 1 of which only the bowl 10 has been shown for the sake of simplification.
  • the body 30 of this housing 3 represents approximately, seen from above, the shape of a "U” with a curved base 300 bearing against the front portion of the bowl 1, and two wings 301 and 302.
  • This body may have a particular shape, especially to give the chosen aesthetic to the whole.
  • the wings 301 and 302 do not necessarily have a strictly vertical orientation when the body 30 is in place.
  • the two wings 301 and 302 are connected by a connecting element 31 which protrudes behind and above the upper plane P of the body 30.
  • each wing 301, 302 has, bordering its free end, a vertical extension 310 which is folded at right angles inwards to form a plane support 311.
  • the connecting element is provided with a plate vertically arranged bottom plate 312, which connects to each of the extensions 310 and the flat supports 311. It will be observed that this rear assembly constitutes a volume 307 serving as a free-sized housing in which the person skilled in the art can provide the installation of various equipment (tap ).
  • the bottom plate 312 constitutes a surface adapted to come into contact with a not shown wall for securing with it.
  • oblong holes 313 are formed and are particularly suitable for the implementation of screws.
  • crankcase partially represented in the figure 7 has substantially the same structure as that already described, except that the wings 301 and 302 are separated from the vertical extensions 310 by a horizontal surface 303. This gives the junction element a reduced width.
  • FIG. 6 To the figure 6 is shown a housing according to the invention, equipping a bowl resting on a tripod 4.
  • a cover piece 32 which has an opening O at its center. It is intended to cover the peripheral rim 11 of the bowl.
  • the piece 32 has an inverted “U” -shaped cross-section, with a flat base 320 forming an upper bearing surface and two substantially parallel wings 321 and 322.
  • the wing " 322 may be provided longer than the "outer” flange 321 so as to "fit" partially into the bowl 10 of the bowl, beyond the lowest point of the rim 11.
  • the mode of cooperation between the body 30 and the cover piece may be of the same kind as that with which the bowl 10 and the rim 11 are dealt with.
  • figure 20 when the bowl is made of unstable material the rim 11 is inverted “L” -shaped and covers the edge 302 of the housing 30.
  • the cover piece 32 has wings 322 and 323 forming an inverted “U” which delimits a water distribution channel "R".
  • the wing 321 ensures a complementary holding in place of the cover piece and the lateral sealing of the casing 30.
  • figure 21 when the bowl is made of a material allowing uniformity of the dimensions of the bowl the rim 12 is made in the bowl itself.
  • the flange 12 in the shape of an inverted "L" facing outwards covers the rim 302 of the housing.
  • the water pipe is directly connected to the cover piece which is then provided with at least one notch or hole.
  • the end 210 of the tube, figure 4 is anchored to the bowl or wing of the cover piece.
  • This support 4 ' has a rectangular base 40' intended to rest on the ground. Cutouts 400 'open on one of the big sides. They allow the passage of screws fixing the plate to the ground.
  • the base of the plates 41 ' carries, on the external side, a small horizontal tab 410'.
  • This lug is a guide and a stop for the installation of the body 30 of the housing, the lower rim thereof being shaped to be placed under the tab, thus preventing any movement of removal of the body of the housing in a direction vertical.
  • the piece 43 ' is a plate that associated with the support 4 can carry equipment (vacuum cleaner, ).
  • the casing 30 is supported on an anchor base 7 consisting of a wall of generally semicircular shape seen from above and trapezoidal seen from the side.
  • This base 7, figure 24 is fixed to the ground by tabs 71, 71 ', 72.
  • the casing that bears on the perimeter of the base has a continuous lip or not that penetrates into the base and which is in contact with the wall vertical of said base.
  • the housing has a cross member 35, located at its base, connecting the two wings 301, 302.
  • the general shape in a semicircle of the base, figure 24 is only an example of form.
  • connection between the base and the housing makes it possible to implant a basin suspended along a plaster drywall.
  • connection of the casing to the base at the point of support "A” makes it possible to pass on the drywall "C” via the crossbar 35, the load of a seated user on the bowl; the weight of the user causes a vertical rotation of the bowl, whose axis is said point "A", rotation oriented upwards.
  • the pulling force of the partition of the part 312, figure 5 becomes virtually zero, if not zero because of the bearing surface of the crossbar 35 on said partition "C".
  • the crossbar 35 is provided with holes for fixing on the partition M.
  • the pulling force is essentially in the vertical plane, favorable solution especially for drywall.
  • This anchor base solution has the merit of allowing easy installation of the bowl. If the bowl 10 is made of a dimensionally stable material, its flange 12 is supported on the perimeter of said bowl. If it is ceramic, the bowl is supported inside the housing on a continuous or discontinuous stop 306, figure 3 .
  • a bearing 331 in the form of a gutter, which is intended to receive at least one journal of complementary shape integral with a movable element such as a flap forming a lid, a toilet seat, or a retractable urinal .
  • a movable element such as a flap forming a lid, a toilet seat, or a retractable urinal .
  • a housing 330 Still behind this pin is a housing 330 curved profile, the transverse opening is oriented rearward and slightly downward.
  • This housing is a means of connection with an anchor 5 which will be described below.
  • This anchoring piece is intended to cooperate with the body 30 of the housing.
  • this piece constitutes the base of a water reservoir 54 intended to feed the bowl 1.
  • the housing For attachment to the body 30 of the housing, it comprises in its lower part two vertical partitions 52 whose inner face has a rib 53 for its engagement in the body 30.
  • the figure 11 shows the mode of cooperation between the anchor and the housing 30; and more precisely with the connecting element 31 thereof, in which the rib 53 of the part 5 engages in a rib complementary to the element 31.
  • the figure 10 shows an alternative embodiment of these cooperation means, in which it is dispensed with rib and groove.
  • the base of the part 5 is provided in its front portion with a transverse solid piece 51, the shape of which is strictly complementary, close to the game, that of the housing 330.
  • the cover piece is provided with a pivot-type stud 34 which is inserted into a notch 511 configured in the ball 51.
  • the cover piece vertically rotates in the axis of the stud, which allows to lift the cover piece without separating it from the piece 5.
  • each of the wings 512 is equipped with the same device for housing in support of the pads of the cover piece.
  • the housing 330 bears on the perimeter 510 of the ball 51; this wrapping has the effect of preventing any vertical and forward movement of the cover piece 32 when using the bowl.
  • the wings 321 and / or 323 and / or 322 prevent any displacement of the cover piece in the horizontal plane.
  • the cover piece allows the maintenance in place from front to back of the part 5 if it is not fixed by any other means to the housing or the wall. This solution allows easy maintenance of the bowl, the different subassemblies being removable.
  • the part 5 comprises an orifice 513 for the passage of a tubing 101 associated with the bowl.
  • the cover part may include, in suitable places, magnets cooperating with similar magnets housed in the upper part of the housing body. To remove the piece of cover, it is then necessary to overcome the resistance force exerted by the magnets, which may be likely to deter some malicious people.
  • the connecting means (51, 330) of complementary shape have a ball-shaped contact surface of the ball-and-socket type.
  • the housing 330 and massive part 51 are also curved profile, however, their orientation is strictly horizontal, so that their mutual engagement / release also operates in a horizontal direction.
  • the anchoring piece 5 constitutes the base of a cupboard 55 whose door 56, in the closed position, is profiled to partially close the bearing 331 which has been discussed with reference to the figure 9 .
  • connection means 330 and 51 consist respectively of a solid piece and a housing, both of horizontal orientation.
  • the anchoring piece 5 constitutes the base of a column 57 of small thickness, whose upper part is shaped as a storage compartment 58.
  • the column can incorporate means 570 for detecting the presence or absence of a person on the toilet, especially to automatically actuate the triggering of a flush.
  • the compartment can serve as a reserve for cleaning products.
  • the reservoirs that contain them are connected to flexible tubes housed in the column, the lower end of the distribution opens into the bowl 1.
  • the housing 3 inserted into a partition C is fixed both to the ground S and to a wall M, so that the reservoir 54 (not shown in the figure) is embedded in the space between them.
  • FIG 16 To the figure 16 is schematically represented a toilet bowl 1, said suspended bowl. In a manner known per se, it is a bowl without a support base on the ground.
  • the casing which is represented Figures 17 and 18 allows to protect and hide this bowl with the wings 305, giving the illusion that it has a base of support on the ground.
  • this housing 3 comprises a curved body whose shape is adapted to match that of the bowl, the lower portion having a central zone 304 substantially vertical and bulged, intended in particular to mask the pipe system associated with the bowl. It is precisely this central zone 304 that gives the illusion that the bowl rests on the ground S.
  • This frame is preferably fixed to the wall M and / or the floor by any appropriate means.
  • This frame serves as a mounting bracket to the toilet bowl (not visible in the figure), but also to the body 30 of the housing 3.
  • the housing is partially engaged in the space between the wall M and the partition C.
  • the partition has an opening of suitable dimensions.
  • the fixing of the bowl and body 30 of the housing is done by any appropriate means such as screws, slides, etc.
  • Technical solutions will preferably be used for easy dismantling of the elements.
  • the frame 6 may constitute a support means for a not shown water distribution tank, which is sufficient to connect, for example by means of flexible pipes, on the one hand to the supply network and on the other hand, at the bowl.
  • the casing according to the invention and more particularly its cover piece may be provided with additional equipment including for improving the comfort of the user.
  • the cover piece 32 when associated with a flap, can receive automatic flushing means, including electronic type.
  • the surface upper part 32 includes surfaces adapted to receive integral support elements of the armrests, when they are in the folded and horizontal position.
  • the structure of the housing according to the invention can protect and hide a toilet bowl, whatever the configuration.

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The housing has cover part (32) opened in its center and independent of a body (30). The cover part is positioned on the body such that it covers a peripheral edge of a toilet bowl, where the bowl is made of stainless steel, wood or composite/plastic material. The body has an anchoring part (5) interacting with the cover part and comprising a transversal massive part (51) with a shape complementary to the shape of a housing (330) of the cover part, where the anchoring part constitutes a base of a water reservoir (54) supplying the bowl. An independent claim is also included for an assembly constituted of a toilet bowl.

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La présente invention est relative à un carter de protection et de masquage d'une cuvette de toilettes.The present invention relates to a guard for protecting and masking a toilet bowl.

Elle se rapporte également à une cuvette ainsi équipée.It also relates to a well equipped bowl.

Les cuvettes de toilettes sont traditionnellement fabriquées en céramique.Toilet bowls are traditionally made of ceramic.

La céramique est, en cours de processus de fabrication, un matériau dimensionnellement instable. Ainsi, les cotes des produits fabriqués sont difficilement maîtrisables et non constantes d'une pièce à l'autre. Cela n'a donc pas favorisé la fabrication de cuvettes en plusieurs sous-ensembles à assembler, ainsi que la variété des produits en termes de forme.Ceramic is, during the manufacturing process, a dimensionally unstable material. Thus, the dimensions of the products manufactured are difficult to control and not constant from one room to another. This has not favored the manufacture of cuvettes in several subassemblies to assemble, as well as the variety of products in terms of shape.

L'arrivée de nouveaux matériaux plus légers et aussi résistants que la céramique risque de changer la donne. Il s'agit notamment de matériaux dits « bétons de résine ».The arrival of new materials that are lighter and stronger than ceramics can change the game. These include so-called "resin concrete" materials.

On a déjà pensé à « habiller » les cuvettes de toilettes existantes, soit pour masquer des installations techniques (arrivée d'eau, etc.) particulièrement inesthétiques, soit pour leur donner une physionomie agréable à l'oeil.It has already been thought to "dress" existing toilet bowls, either to hide technical installations (water inflow, etc.) particularly unsightly, or to give them a look pleasing to the eye.

On décrit dans le document FR-A-2 592 077 un capot ou carter qui est destiné à masquer la cuvette de toilette, y compris recouvrir dont la partie supérieure du bol de la cuvette qui est conformée en rebord périphérique rabattu vers l'intérieur.We describe in the document FR-A-2,592,077 a cover or housing which is intended to hide the toilet bowl, including covering the upper portion of the bowl of the bowl which is shaped in peripheral flange folded inwards.

Ce capot est constitué d'une seule et unique pièce, de sorte que sa mise en place et son enlèvement requiert une certaine dextérité.This hood consists of a single piece, so that its introduction and removal requires some dexterity.

De plus, un tel capot nécessite d'être démonté dès lors qu'un technicien souhaite intervenir en arrière de la cuvette proprement dite, à l'endroit où sont généralement placées les conduites d'arrivée et d'évacuation d'eau.In addition, such a cover requires to be disassembled when a technician wants to intervene behind the bowl itself, at the place where are usually placed the water supply and discharge pipes.

Le document US 331,993 décrit un ensemble de toilettes qui comprend un bol de cuvette muni dans sa partie supérieure ouverte d'un plateau d'égouttage qui est fixé sous la partie supérieure d'un corps entourant le bol et un abattant de toilette étant positionné au-dessus de ce plateau en prolongement dudit corps et auquel il est fixé par une charnière.The document US 331,993 discloses a toilet assembly which includes a bowl bowl having in its upper open portion a drip tray which is secured under the top of a body surrounding the bowl and a toilet seat being positioned above it tray in extension of said body and which it is fixed by a hinge.

Le document US 3,591,868 décrit un ensemble de toilettes comportant un carter comprenant un corps principal dans lequel est disposé le bol des toilettes et une pièce de couverture assemblée de façon permanente au corps principal ou sous forme d'un monobloc.The document US 3,591,868 discloses a toilet assembly comprising a housing comprising a main body in which is disposed the bowl of the toilet and a cover piece permanently assembled to the main body or in the form of a monobloc.

Le document DE 93 09 173U décrit un ensemble avec une cuvette de toilette comprenant un carter formé d'un corps principal dans lequel est disposé le bol de la cuvette et une pièce de couverture, la pièce et le corps étant assemblés.The document DE 93 09 173U discloses an assembly with a toilet bowl comprising a housing formed of a main body in which is disposed the bowl of the bowl and a cover piece, the workpiece and the body being assembled.

Le document US 4,145,772 décrit un ensemble avec une cuvette de toilette, comprenant un carter formé d'un corps principal qui est une coque externe dans laquelle est disposé le bol de la cuvette et d'une pièce de couverture qui est une coque externe en plastique ouverte en son centre et disposée au-dessus d'une pièce comprenant un réservoir d'eau ouverte en son centre et disposée au dessus du bol, ces deux coques étant fixées l'une à l'autre de manière définitive par une mousse ou un solvant de fixation.The document US4,145,772 discloses an assembly with a toilet bowl, comprising a casing formed of a main body which is an outer shell in which is disposed the bowl of the bowl and a cover piece which is an outer plastic shell open in the center and disposed above a part comprising a water reservoir open at its center and disposed above the bowl, these two shells being fixed to each other permanently by a foam or a fixing solvent.

Le document US 3,908,202 décrit un ensemble de toilettes comprenant un carter disposé sur l'avant du bol de la cuvette et fixé à une pièce de couverture par des vis.The document US 3,908,202 discloses a toilet assembly comprising a housing disposed on the front of the bowl of the bowl and attached to a cover piece by screws.

La facilite d'implantation, d'entretien et maintenance de la cuvette de wc est recherchée par l'installateur et l'usager. L'intégration de divers dispositifs facilement accessibles à l'intérieur de la cuvette, tels un aspirateur d'odeur, diffuseur de parfum, de produits d'entretien, de douchettes ..., est souhaitée.The ease of installation, maintenance and maintenance of the toilet bowl is sought by the installer and the user. The integration of various easily accessible devices inside the bowl, such as an odor aspirator, perfume diffuser, cleaning products, hand driers ... is desired.

La disponibilité de nouveaux matériaux dimensionnellement stables en fabrication permet d'envisager une conception d'une cuvette de wc de type modulaire en séparant la partie fonctionnelle, bol, réservoir ..., de la partie enveloppe dont l'unité en céramique est source de difficultés d'entretien : nettoyage du canal de distribution d'eau, etc.The availability of new dimensionally stable materials in manufacture makes it possible to envisage a design of a modular type of toilet bowl by separating the functional part, bowl, tank ..., from the envelope part of which the ceramic unit is a source of maintenance difficulties: cleaning of the water distribution canal, etc.

La présente invention vise à résoudre ces inconvénients en proposant un carter facile à mettre en place et à enlever, qui facilite toute intervention notamment technique en arrière de la cuvette, mais qui est tout à fait stable en période d'utilisation normale des toilettes en association avec une pièce de couverture amovible.The present invention aims to solve these disadvantages by proposing an easy to install and remove housing, which facilitates any particular technical intervention behind the bowl, but which is quite stable during normal use of the toilet in association with a removable cover piece.

Elle vise aussi à fournir un carter qui est adaptable sur une cuvette de toilettes constituée de plusieurs éléments distincts.It also aims to provide a housing that is adaptable to a toilet bowl consisting of several separate elements.

Ainsi, il s'agit d'un carter de protection et de masquage d'une cuvette de toilettes, dont la partie supérieure du bol est conformée en rebord périphérique rabattu vers l'intérieur, qui délimite avec ce bol un canal de répartition d'eau "R".Thus, it is a protective cover and masking a toilet bowl, the upper portion of the bowl is shaped inward flanged peripheral rim, which defines with this bowl a distribution channel of water "R".

Ce carter se caractérise par la partie caractérisante de la revendication 1.This casing is characterized by the characterizing part of claim 1.

Le corps et la pièce de couverture formant deux pièces distinctes, il est particulièrement aisé de les mettre en place et de les enlever, ce qui permet la manipulation du carter sans nécessiter de dextérité particulière.The body and the cover piece forming two separate parts, it is particularly easy to put in place and remove them, which allows the handling of the housing without requiring special dexterity.

De plus, les pièces de couverture et d'ancrage coopérant l'une avec l'autre, on a affaire à un ensemble particulièrement stable.In addition, the cover and anchoring parts cooperating with each other, we are dealing with a particularly stable set.

Un autre avantage, de cette structure est qu'elle est évolutive, c'est à dire que certains éléments qui la constituent peuvent être remplacés par d'autres, sans que cela n'ait de répercussion sur le fonctionnement de l'ensemble. En particulier, le potentiel design de cette cuvette, du fait de la possibilité d'emploi de matériaux stables variés (plastiques, composites, inox, bois, ...) devient conséquent.Another advantage of this structure is that it is scalable, that is to say that some elements that constitute it can be replaced by others, without this affecting the operation of the whole. In particular, the design potential of this bowl, due to the possibility of using various stable materials (plastics, composites, stainless steel, wood, ...) becomes significant.

Selon d'autres caractéristiques avantageuses mais non limitatives :

  • le carter affecte, vu de dessus, approximativement la forme d'un "U" dont les ailes sont destinées à s'étendre de part et d'autre de la cuvette, et les extrémités desdites ailes sont reliées par un élément de jonction qui fait saillie en arrière et au-dessus du plan supérieur dudit corps, ces éléments de jonction formant notamment support pour ladite pièce d'ancrage ;
  • ledit élément de jonction présente une surface adaptée pour venir en contact avec une cloison, en vue de sa solidarisation avec elle ;
  • ladite pièce d'ancrage constitue la base d'un réservoir d'eau alimentant ladite cuvette ;
  • ladite pièce d'ancrage constitue la base d'un placard ;
  • ladite pièce de couverture comporte au moins un palier en forme de gouttière destiné à recevoir au moins un tourillon solidaire d'un élément mobile tel qu'un abattant formant couvercle, une lunette ou un urinoir.
According to other advantageous but non-limiting characteristics:
  • the casing affects, seen from above, approximately the shape of a "U" whose wings are intended to extend on either side of the bowl, and the ends of said wings are connected by a connecting element which makes protrusion behind and above the upper plane of said body, these connecting elements forming in particular support for said anchor;
  • said connecting element has a surface adapted to come into contact with a partition, in order to join it;
  • said anchor is the base of a water tank feeding said bowl;
  • said anchor is the base of a closet;
  • said cover member comprises at least one gutter-shaped bearing for receiving at least one journal integral with a movable member such as a flap lid, a telescope or a urinal.

La présente invention se rapporte également à une cuvette pourvue d'un carter selon l'une des caractéristiques énumérées ci-dessus.The present invention also relates to a bowl provided with a housing according to one of the features listed above.

Selon une caractéristique avantageuse, le rebord périphérique rabattu vers l'intérieur qui délimite avec le bol un canal de répartition d'eau, constitue une pièce distincte dudit bol.According to an advantageous characteristic, the inwardly folded peripheral flange which delimits with the bowl a water distribution channel, constitutes a separate part of said bowl.

Selon un mode de réalisation particulier, ledit rebord et ledit bol présentent chacun au moins une échancrure destinée à venir en regard l'un de l'autre, ainsi qu'un conduit d'alimentation en eau engagé dans la paire d'échancrures.According to a particular embodiment, said rim and said bowl each have at least one notch intended to come opposite each other, as well as a water supply conduit engaged in the pair of notches.

Selon un autre mode de réalisation, le carter de la cuvette est en appui sur une embase d'ancrage et coopère avec ladite embase par une liaison de type pivot.According to another embodiment, the casing of the bowl is supported on an anchor base and cooperates with said base by a pivot type connection.

D'autres caractéristiques et avantages de l'invention apparaîtront à la lecture de la description détaillée qui va suivre de certains modes de réalisation. Cette description, donnée à titre non limitatif, sera faite en référence aux figures annexées dans lesquels :

  • la figure 1 est une vue simplifiée de coté d'une cuvette de toilettes à laquelle le carter selon l'invention peut-être adapté ;
  • la figure 2 est une vue en perspective de la partie supérieure arrière d'une telle cuvette, prévue sous la forme d'un bol et d'un rebord formant deux pièces distinctes ;
  • la figure 3 est une vue partielle, en coupe, du bol et de ce rebord, vue destinée à montrer comment ceux deux pièces coopèrent ;
  • la figure 4 est une vue en perspective d'une conduite flexible d'alimentation en eau, particulièrement adaptée pour coopérer avec la cuvette des figures 1 et 2 ;
  • la figure 5 est une vue en perspective d'une cuvette de toilette pourvue d'un carter selon l'invention, le rebord de la cuvette et la pièce de couverture du carter n'ayant pas été représentée dans un souci de simplification du schéma ;
  • la figure 6 est une vue de face, très schématique, d'une cuvette portée par un trépied, le carter et sa pièce de couverture étant représentés partiellement en coupe
  • la figure 7 est une vue en perspective de la partie arrière d'un tel carter ;
  • la figure 8 est une vue en perspective d'une variante de réalisation d'un support de la cuvette ;
  • la figure 9 est une vue éclatée de côté de la pièce de couverture portée par le carter (montré partiellement) et de la pièce d'ancrage qui constitue ici la base d'un réservoir d'eau ;
  • les figures 10 et 11 sont des schémas montrant des moyens de coopération possibles entre le carter et la pièce d'ancrage ;
  • la figure 12 est une vue partielle de côté de la pièce de couverture et de la pièce d'ancrage, pourvues de moyens de liaison de forme complémentaire, différents de ceux représentés à la figure 9 ;
  • la figure 13 est encore une vue partielle de côté de la pièce de couverture et de la pièce d'ancrage, cette dernière constituant la base d'un placard ;
  • la figure 14 est une vue de principe et de côté de toilettes équipées du carter selon l'invention, dans lequel la pièce d'ancrage forme la base d'un placard, lequel est encastré dans une cloison ;
  • la figure 16 est une vue de la cuvette de toilettes dite suspendue ;
  • la figure 17 et 18 sont des vues de côté et de face du corps d'un carter prévu pour protéger et masquer une cuvette une cuvette telle que celle de la figure 16 ;
  • la figure 19 est une vue simplifiée, de côté, d'une variante de réalisation de toilettes pourvues d'un carter selon l'invention, dans laquelle la cuvette et le carter sont solidaires d'un cadre porteur placé entre le mur et une cloison ;
  • la figure 20 est une vue partielle en coupe montrant, dans le cas où le bol 10 est en céramique, une variante de coopération des pièces ;
  • la figure 21, est une vue partielle en coupe montrant, dans le cas où le bol est réalisé dans un matériau dimensionnellement stable, une autre variante de coopération des pièces ;
  • la figure 22 est une vue d'ensemble montrant la pièce de couverture levée et l'accessibilité qui en découle à l'intérieur de la pièce 5 ;
  • la figure 23 représente l'association du corps d'un carter semi-suspendu et d'une embase d'ancrage ;
  • la figure 24 représente une embase d'ancrage.
Other characteristics and advantages of the invention will appear on reading the following detailed description of some embodiments. This description, given in a non-limiting manner, will be made with reference to the appended figures in which:
  • the figure 1 is a simplified view of a side of a toilet bowl to which the housing according to the invention can be adapted;
  • the figure 2 is a perspective view of the upper rear portion of such a bowl, provided in the form of a bowl and a rim forming two separate parts;
  • the figure 3 is a partial view, in section, of the bowl and this rim, a view intended to show how these two pieces cooperate;
  • the figure 4 is a perspective view of a flexible water supply pipe, particularly adapted to cooperate with the bowl of water Figures 1 and 2 ;
  • the figure 5 is a perspective view of a toilet bowl provided with a housing according to the invention, the rim of the bowl and the cover part of the housing has not been shown for the sake of simplification of the scheme;
  • the figure 6 is a front view, very schematic, of a bowl carried by a tripod, the housing and its cover part being partially shown in section
  • the figure 7 is a perspective view of the rear portion of such a housing;
  • the figure 8 is a perspective view of an alternative embodiment of a support of the bowl;
  • the figure 9 is an exploded side view of the cover piece carried by the casing (shown partially) and the anchor which constitutes here the base of a water tank;
  • the Figures 10 and 11 are diagrams showing possible means of cooperation between the housing and the anchor;
  • the figure 12 is a partial side view of the cover piece and the anchor piece, provided with complementary form connecting means, different from those shown in FIG. figure 9 ;
  • the figure 13 is still a partial side view of the cover piece and the anchor piece, the latter constituting the base of a closet;
  • the figure 14 is a view of principle and side of toilets equipped with the housing according to the invention, wherein the anchor forms the base of a closet, which is embedded in a partition;
  • the figure 16 is a view of the so-called suspended toilet bowl;
  • the figure 17 and 18 are views from the side and front of the body of a housing provided to protect and hide a bowl a bowl such as that of the figure 16 ;
  • the figure 19 is a simplified view, from the side, of an alternative embodiment of a toilet provided with a housing according to the invention, wherein the bowl and the housing are integral with a support frame placed between the wall and a partition;
  • the figure 20 is a partial sectional view showing, in the case where the bowl 10 is ceramic, a cooperation variant parts;
  • the figure 21 , is a partial sectional view showing, in the case where the bowl is made of a dimensionally stable material, another variant of cooperation parts;
  • the figure 22 is an overview showing the raised blanket and the accessibility thereto inside room 5;
  • the figure 23 represents the combination of the body of a semi-suspended housing and an anchor base;
  • the figure 24 represents an anchor base.

La cuvette de toilettes qui est représentée à la figure 1 est typique de celles qui peuvent recevoir le carter de masquage et de protection selon l'invention. Elle peut être fabriquée en toute matière adéquate, connue de l'homme du métier, telle du « béton de résine ».The toilet bowl that is represented at the figure 1 is typical of those which can receive the masking and protection casing according to the invention. It can be manufactured in any suitable material, known to those skilled in the art, such as "resin concrete".

Cette cuvette 1 comporte, de manière habituelle, un bol 10 dont la partie supérieure est conformée en rebord périphérique rabattu vers l'intérieur.This bowl 1 comprises, in the usual manner, a bowl 10 whose upper part is shaped in peripheral flange folded inwards.

Au fond du bol est raccordé un conduit 100 d'évacuation des eaux usées formant siphon.At the bottom of the bowl is connected a conduit 100 for draining sewage forming siphon.

Sur ce conduit débouche une tubulure 101 dont l'extrémité supérieure s'étend en arrière de la cuvette 1, légèrement plus haut que son rebord supérieur. Cette tubulure est par exemple destinée à recevoir une tige amovible dont l'extrémité est pourvue d'une matière collectrice de tartre. Le sommet de cette tige peut-être avantageusement conformée en bouchon d'obturation de la tubulure.On this duct opens a tubular 101 whose upper end extends behind the bowl 1, slightly higher than its upper rim. This tubing is for example intended to receive a removable rod whose end is provided with a tartar collecting material. The top of this rod can be advantageously shaped plug closure of the tubing.

Enfin, au moins une conduite flexible 21 alimente le bol 10 de la cuvette 1 en eau.Finally, at least one flexible pipe 21 supplies the bowl 10 of the bowl 1 with water.

A la figure 2 est représentée une forme particulièrement avantageuse de réalisation de la cuvette 1.To the figure 2 is shown a particularly advantageous embodiment of the bowl 1.

En effet, celle-ci comporte un bol 10 et un rebord 11 qui sont constitués de deux pièces distinctes.Indeed, it comprises a bowl 10 and a flange 11 which consist of two separate parts.

Comme le montre plus précisément la figure 3, le rebord 11 présente une structure traditionnelle en forme de « U » renversé, avec une base plane 110 formant surface supérieure d'appui et deux ailes sensiblement parallèles 111 et 112.As shown more specifically figure 3 , the flange 11 has a traditional U-shaped structure reversed, with a flat base 110 forming upper bearing surface and two substantially parallel flanges 111 and 112.

L'aile 112 s'étend dans le prolongement de la paroi du bol 10, tandis que l'aile 111 constitue une paroi interne surplombant l'intérieur du bol.The flange 112 extends in the extension of the wall of the bowl 10, while the flange 111 is an inner wall overlooking the inside of the bowl.

L'extrémité 113 de l'aile 112 ainsi que le pourtour supérieur 102 du bol sont conformés de telle manière que par un engagement de haut en bas, le rebord 11 s'appuie sur le bol 10 et reste en place. Ces extrémités et pourtour représentent ici des épaulements à engagement complémentaire. Le prolongement 110' du rebord vers l'extérieur permet le recouvrement de la couronne 12 du bol 10 et de l'arrête supérieure 302 du carter 3 assurant ainsi l'étanchéité du couple cuvette/carter, en particulier lorsque la pièce de couverture est enlevée pour son nettoyage. Il s'agit toutefois d'un exemple. Tout autre mode de coopération est bien entendu envisageable.The end 113 of the flange 112 and the upper periphery 102 of the bowl are shaped such that by a top-down engagement, the flange 11 is supported on the bowl 10 and remains in place. These ends and around here represent shoulders with complementary engagement. The extension 110 'of the outward rim allows the recovery of the crown 12 of the bowl 10 and the upper edge 302 of the housing 3 thus sealing the couple bowl / housing, especially when the cover piece is removed for cleaning. This is an example. Any other mode of cooperation is of course conceivable.

De manière habituelle, le rebord 11 délimite avec le bol 10 un canal de répartition d'eau R à l'intérieur de la cuvette 1.In the usual way, the flange 11 delimits with the bowl 10 a water distribution channel R inside the bowl 1.

Ainsi que le montre la figure 2, le rebord 11 comporte dans sa partie arrière deux échancrures à contour en demi-cercle 114. Il en est de même pour la région correspondante de la paroi du bol 10. Ces échancrures sont référencées 120 et ont exactement la même forme que les précédentes, si ce n'est qu'elles débouchent vers le haut.As shown in figure 2 , the rim 11 has in its rear part two notches with a semicircle contour 114. The same is true for the corresponding region of the wall of the bowl 10. These notches are referenced 120 and have exactly the same shape as the previous ones, except that they open up.

Elles sont positionnées de manière à être disposées en regard deux à deux, pour constituer des ouvertures circulaires lorsque le rebord 11 est en appui sur le bol 1.They are positioned so as to be placed facing each other in pairs to form circular openings when the flange 11 bears on the bowl 1.

Avant mise en place de ces deux pièces l'une sur l'autre sont engagées dans les échancrures 120 deux conduites flexibles 21 qui font partie d'une pièce d'alimentation en eau 2 à tronçon supérieur 20 commun.Before these two pieces are placed on top of one another are engaged in the notches 120, two flexible pipes 21 which form part of a water supply piece 2 with a common upper section 20.

A cette fin, les extrémités 210 des conduites sont conformées pour pouvoir s'engager dans les échancrures et déborder légèrement à l'intérieur du bol 10. A cet effet, des lèvres sont prévues pour assurer une parfaite étanchéité à l'eau.To this end, the ends 210 of the pipes are shaped to be able to engage in the notches and slightly overflow inside the bowl 10. For this purpose, lips are provided to ensure perfect water tightness.

Selon un autre mode de réalisation, la conduite d'eau est unique.According to another embodiment, the water pipe is unique.

Le carter de protection selon l'invention est en partie visible à la figure 5. Il est montré en place autour d'une cuvette 1 dont seul le bol 10 a été représenté dans un but de simplification.The protective casing according to the invention is partly visible at the figure 5 . It is shown in place around a bowl 1 of which only the bowl 10 has been shown for the sake of simplification.

Le corps 30 de ce carter 3 représente approximativement, vu de dessus, la forme d'un « U » avec une base courbe 300 venant en appui contre la partie avant de la cuvette 1, et deux ailes 301 et 302.The body 30 of this housing 3 represents approximately, seen from above, the shape of a "U" with a curved base 300 bearing against the front portion of the bowl 1, and two wings 301 and 302.

Ce corps peut présenter un galbe particulier, notamment pour donner l'esthétique choisie à l'ensemble. En d'autres termes, les ailes 301 et 302 ne présentent pas forcément une orientation strictement verticale lorsque le corps 30 est en place.This body may have a particular shape, especially to give the chosen aesthetic to the whole. In other words, the wings 301 and 302 do not necessarily have a strictly vertical orientation when the body 30 is in place.

Les deux ailes 301 et 302 sont reliées par un élément de jonction 31 qui fait saillie en arrière et au-dessus du plan supérieur P du corps 30.The two wings 301 and 302 are connected by a connecting element 31 which protrudes behind and above the upper plane P of the body 30.

Plus précisément, chaque aile 301, 302 présente, bordant son extrémité libre, un prolongement vertical 310 qui est rabattu à angle droit vers l'intérieur pour former un support plan 311. Par ailleurs, l'élément de jonction est pourvu d'une plaque de fond 312, disposée verticalement, qui se raccorde à chacun des prolongements 310 et des supports plans 311. On observe que cet ensemble arrière constitue un volume 307 faisant office de logement dont les dimensions sont libres dans lequel l'homme de métier peut prévoir l'implantation de divers équipements (robinet ...).More specifically, each wing 301, 302 has, bordering its free end, a vertical extension 310 which is folded at right angles inwards to form a plane support 311. Moreover, the connecting element is provided with a plate vertically arranged bottom plate 312, which connects to each of the extensions 310 and the flat supports 311. It will be observed that this rear assembly constitutes a volume 307 serving as a free-sized housing in which the person skilled in the art can provide the installation of various equipment (tap ...).

La plaque de fond 312 constitue une surface adaptée pour venir en contact avec une cloison non représentée en vue d'une solidarisation avec elle. Dans ce but des trous oblongs 313 y sont formés et sont particulièrement adaptés à la mise en place de vis.The bottom plate 312 constitutes a surface adapted to come into contact with a not shown wall for securing with it. For this purpose oblong holes 313 are formed and are particularly suitable for the implementation of screws.

Le corps de carter représenté partiellement à la figure 7 présente sensiblement la même structure que celle déjà décrite, si ce n'est que les ailes 301 et 302 sont séparées des prolongements verticaux 310 par une surface horizontale 303. Cela donne à l'élément de jonction une largeur réduite.The crankcase partially represented in the figure 7 has substantially the same structure as that already described, except that the wings 301 and 302 are separated from the vertical extensions 310 by a horizontal surface 303. This gives the junction element a reduced width.

A la figure 6 est représenté un carter selon l'invention, équipant une cuvette reposant sur un trépied 4.To the figure 6 is shown a housing according to the invention, equipping a bowl resting on a tripod 4.

On notera que sur le corps 30 du carter 3 prend appui une pièce de couverture 32, qui présente une ouverture O en son centre. Elle est prévue pour recouvrir le rebord périphérique 11 de la cuvette. A cette fin, la pièce 32 présente une section droite en forme de « U » renversé, avec une base plane 320 formant surface supérieure d'appui et deux ailes sensiblement parallèles 321 et 322. Dans un mode de réalisation préféré, l'aile « interne » 322 peut être prévue plus longue que l'aile « externe » 321 de manière à « rentrer » partiellement dans le bol 10 de la cuvette, au-delà du point le plus bas du rebord 11.Note that on the body 30 of the housing 3 bears a cover piece 32, which has an opening O at its center. It is intended to cover the peripheral rim 11 of the bowl. To this end, the piece 32 has an inverted "U" -shaped cross-section, with a flat base 320 forming an upper bearing surface and two substantially parallel wings 321 and 322. In a preferred embodiment, the wing " 322 may be provided longer than the "outer" flange 321 so as to "fit" partially into the bowl 10 of the bowl, beyond the lowest point of the rim 11.

Le mode de coopération entre le corps 30 et la pièce de couverture peut être du même genre que celui auquel on a affaire pour le bol 10 et le rebord 11.The mode of cooperation between the body 30 and the cover piece may be of the same kind as that with which the bowl 10 and the rim 11 are dealt with.

Selon un autre mode de réalisation, figure 20, lorsque le bol est réalisé en matériau instable, le rebord 11 est en forme de « L » renversé et recouvre l'arrête 302 du carter 30. La pièce de couverture 32 est dotée des ailes 322 et 323 formant un « U » renversé qui délimite un canal de répartition d'eau « R ». L'aile 321 assure un maintien en place complémentaire de la pièce de couverture et l'étanchéité latérale du carter 30.According to another embodiment, figure 20 when the bowl is made of unstable material, the rim 11 is inverted "L" -shaped and covers the edge 302 of the housing 30. The cover piece 32 has wings 322 and 323 forming an inverted "U" which delimits a water distribution channel "R". The wing 321 ensures a complementary holding in place of the cover piece and the lateral sealing of the casing 30.

Selon un mode de réalisation préféré, figure 21, lorsque le bol est réalisé dans un matériau permettant une constance des cotes du bol, le rebord 12 est réalisé dans le bol lui-même. Le rebord 12 en forme de « L » renversé et orienté vers l'extérieur recouvre l'arrête 302 du carter.According to a preferred embodiment, figure 21 when the bowl is made of a material allowing uniformity of the dimensions of the bowl, the rim 12 is made in the bowl itself. The flange 12 in the shape of an inverted "L" facing outwards covers the rim 302 of the housing.

Lorsque le bol ne comporte pas de pièce rebord 11, la conduite d'eau est directement reliée à la pièce de couverture qui est alors dotée d'au moins une échancrure ou d'un orifice. L'extrémité 210 du tube, figure 4, est ancrée sur la cuvette ou une aile de la pièce de couverture.When the bowl has no flange piece 11, the water pipe is directly connected to the cover piece which is then provided with at least one notch or hole. The end 210 of the tube, figure 4 , is anchored to the bowl or wing of the cover piece.

A la figure 8 est représentée une variante d'un support de cuvette. Ce support 4' comporte une embase rectangulaire 40' destinée à reposer au sol. Des découpes 400' débouchent sur l'un des grands cotés. Elles permettent le passage de vis de fixation de la platine au sol.To the figure 8 is shown a variant of a bowl support. This support 4 'has a rectangular base 40' intended to rest on the ground. Cutouts 400 'open on one of the big sides. They allow the passage of screws fixing the plate to the ground.

Depuis les petits côtés de l'embase s'étendent deux plaques identiques convergentes 41' formant pieds, dont le sommet est rabattu à l'horizontale pour former des surfaces de support 42' de la cuvette de toilettes. Des ouvertures 420' permettent le passage de moyens de fixation tels que des vis non représentées.From the short sides of the base extend two convergent identical plates 41 'forming feet, the top of which is folded horizontally to form support surfaces 42' of the toilet bowl. Openings 420 'allow the passage of fastening means such as screws not shown.

On notera que la base des plaques 41' porte, du côté externe, une petite patte horizontale 410'. Cette patte constitue une guide et une butée pour la mise en place du corps 30 du carter, le rebord inférieur de celui-ci étant conformé pour venir se placer sous la patte, empêchant ainsi tout mouvement d'enlèvement du corps du carter selon une direction verticale.It will be noted that the base of the plates 41 'carries, on the external side, a small horizontal tab 410'. This lug is a guide and a stop for the installation of the body 30 of the housing, the lower rim thereof being shaped to be placed under the tab, thus preventing any movement of removal of the body of the housing in a direction vertical.

La pièce 43' est une platine qui associée au support 4 permet de porter des équipements (aspirateur d'odeur, ...).The piece 43 'is a plate that associated with the support 4 can carry equipment (vacuum cleaner, ...).

Selon un mode préféré de réalisation tel que décrit à la figure 23 pour une cuvette semi-suspendue, le carter 30 prend appui sur une embase d'ancrage 7 constituée d'une paroi de forme générale en demi-cercle vu de dessus et trapézoïdale vu de côté. Cette embase 7, figure 24, est fixée au sol par des pattes 71, 71', 72. Le carter qui prend appui sur le périmètre de l'embase est doté d'une lèvre continue ou non qui pénètre dans l'embase et qui est au contact de la paroi verticale de ladite embase. Le carter est doté d'une traverse 35, située à sa base, reliant les 2 ailes 301, 302. La forme générale en demi-cercle de l'embase, figure 24, n'est qu'un exemple de forme.According to a preferred embodiment as described in figure 23 for a semi-suspended bowl, the casing 30 is supported on an anchor base 7 consisting of a wall of generally semicircular shape seen from above and trapezoidal seen from the side. This base 7, figure 24 , is fixed to the ground by tabs 71, 71 ', 72. The casing that bears on the perimeter of the base has a continuous lip or not that penetrates into the base and which is in contact with the wall vertical of said base. The housing has a cross member 35, located at its base, connecting the two wings 301, 302. The general shape in a semicircle of the base, figure 24 , is only an example of form.

La géométrie de la liaison entre l'embase et le carter permet d'implanter une cuvette suspendue le long d'une cloison sèche type plâtre. Selon un effet géométrique de type levier, la liaison du carter à l'embase au point d'appui « A » permet de répercuter sur la cloison sèche « C » par l'intermédiaire de la traverse 35, la charge d'un usager assis sur la cuvette ; le poids de l'usager provoque une rotation verticale de la cuvette, dont l'axe est ledit point « A », rotation orientée vers le haut. L'effort à l'arrachement de la cloison de la pièce 312, figure 5, devient quasiment nul, sinon nul du fait de la surface de portance de la traverse 35 sur ladite cloison « C ».The geometry of the connection between the base and the housing makes it possible to implant a basin suspended along a plaster drywall. According to a geometric effect of the lever type, the connection of the casing to the base at the point of support "A" makes it possible to pass on the drywall "C" via the crossbar 35, the load of a seated user on the bowl; the weight of the user causes a vertical rotation of the bowl, whose axis is said point "A", rotation oriented upwards. The pulling force of the partition of the part 312, figure 5 , becomes virtually zero, if not zero because of the bearing surface of the crossbar 35 on said partition "C".

Selon un mode de réalisation préféré, la traverse 35 est dotée de trous pour fixation sur la cloison M. Avantageusement, l'effort à l'arrachement se fait essentiellement dans le plan vertical, solution favorable en particulier pour des cloisons sèches.According to a preferred embodiment, the crossbar 35 is provided with holes for fixing on the partition M. Advantageously, the pulling force is essentially in the vertical plane, favorable solution especially for drywall.

Cette solution d'embase d'ancrage a le mérite de permettre une installation aisée de la cuvette. Si le bol 10 est constitué d'un matériau dimensionnellement stable, son rebord 12 prend appui sur le périmètre dudit bol. S'il est en céramique, le bol prend appui à l'intérieur du carter sur une arrête continue ou discontinue 306, figure 3.This anchor base solution has the merit of allowing easy installation of the bowl. If the bowl 10 is made of a dimensionally stable material, its flange 12 is supported on the perimeter of said bowl. If it is ceramic, the bowl is supported inside the housing on a continuous or discontinuous stop 306, figure 3 .

A la figure 9 est visible partiellement le corps 30 du carter, ainsi que la pièce de couverture 32 et une pièce d'ancrage 5.To the figure 9 partially visible the body 30 of the housing, as well as the cover piece 32 and an anchor piece 5.

On notera que dans la partie arrière de la pièce de couverture, au-delà de son ouverture O, s'étend un bourrelet massif 33.It will be noted that in the rear portion of the cover piece, beyond its opening O, extends a massive bead 33.

Transversalement et dirigé vers le haut s'étend un palier 331 en forme de gouttière, qui est destiné à recevoir au moins un tourillon de forme complémentaire solidaire d'un élément mobile tel un abattant formant couvercle, une lunette de toilettes, ou un urinoir escamotable. Ce principe de montage est décrit dans la demande WO-A-2005/055792 et demande FR 0601871000 au nom du présent demandeur.Transversally and upwardly extends a bearing 331 in the form of a gutter, which is intended to receive at least one journal of complementary shape integral with a movable element such as a flap forming a lid, a toilet seat, or a retractable urinal . This mounting principle is described in the application WO-2005/055792 and request FR 0601871000 on behalf of the present applicant.

Toujours en arrière de ce tourillon est prévu un logement 330 à profil courbe, dont l'ouverture transversale est orientée vers l'arrière et légèrement vers le bas.Still behind this pin is a housing 330 curved profile, the transverse opening is oriented rearward and slightly downward.

Ce logement constitue un moyen de liaison avec une pièce d'ancrage 5 qui va être décrite ci-après.This housing is a means of connection with an anchor 5 which will be described below.

Cette pièce d'ancrage est destinée à coopérer avec le corps 30 du carter. Dans le mode de réalisation de la figure 9, cette pièce constitue la base d'un réservoir d'eau 54 destiné à alimenter la cuvette 1.This anchoring piece is intended to cooperate with the body 30 of the housing. In the embodiment of the figure 9 this piece constitutes the base of a water reservoir 54 intended to feed the bowl 1.

En vue de sa fixation sur le corps 30 du carter, il comporte dans sa partie inférieure deux cloisons verticales 52 dont la face interne présente une nervure 53 pour son engagement dans le corps 30.For attachment to the body 30 of the housing, it comprises in its lower part two vertical partitions 52 whose inner face has a rib 53 for its engagement in the body 30.

La figure 11 montre le mode de coopération entre la pièce d'ancrage et le carter 30 ; et plus précisément avec l'élément de jonction 31 de celui-ci, dans lequel la nervure 53 de la pièce 5 s'engage dans une nervure complémentaire de l'élément 31.The figure 11 shows the mode of cooperation between the anchor and the housing 30; and more precisely with the connecting element 31 thereof, in which the rib 53 of the part 5 engages in a rib complementary to the element 31.

La figure 10 montre une variante de réalisation de ces moyens de coopération, dans laquelle on se dispense de nervure et de rainure. On fait ici usage des supports plans 311 qui s'engagent dans un profil complémentaire prévu dans la pièce 5.The figure 10 shows an alternative embodiment of these cooperation means, in which it is dispensed with rib and groove. We do here use of the flat supports 311 which engage in a complementary profile provided in the part 5.

En se rapportant à nouveau à la figure 9, la base de la pièce 5 est pourvue, dans sa partie avant d'une pièce massive transversale 51, dont la forme est strictement complémentaire, au jeu près, à celle du logement 330.Referring back to figure 9 , the base of the part 5 is provided in its front portion with a transverse solid piece 51, the shape of which is strictly complementary, close to the game, that of the housing 330.

Compte tenu de l'orientation descendante de celui-ci, c'est à dire légèrement vers le bas, il est nécessaire, afin que les moyens complémentaires 330 et 51 puissent coopérer, d'engager la pièce de couverture 32 selon une direction formant un angle aigu avec l'horizontale (flèche f) puis, lorsque la pièce 51 coopère avec le logement 330, d'imprimer à la pièce 32 un mouvement partiel de rotation, selon le sens anti-horaire (flèche gauche), afin qu'elle puisse prendre appui sur le corps 30 du carter.Given the downward orientation thereof, that is to say slightly downward, it is necessary, so that the complementary means 330 and 51 can cooperate, to engage the cover piece 32 in a direction forming a acute angle with the horizontal (arrow f) then, when the part 51 cooperates with the housing 330, to print the piece 32 a partial rotational movement, in the counterclockwise direction (left arrow), so that it can bear on the body 30 of the housing.

Selon un mode préféré de réalisation, le logement 330, figure 9, de la pièce de couverture est doté d'un plot de type pivot 34 qui s'insère dans une échancrure 511 configurée dans la rotule 51. La pièce de couverture entre en rotation verticale dans l'axe du plot, ce qui permet de lever la pièce de couverture sans la désolidariser de la pièce 5. Dans ce mode de construction, chacune des ailes 512 est équipée du même dispositif pour loger en appui les plots de la pièce de couverture. Le logement 330 vient en appui sur le périmètre 510 de la rotule 51 ; cet enveloppement a pour effet d'empêcher tout déplacement vertical et vers l'avant de la pièce de couverture 32 lors de l'utilisation de la cuvette. De même les ailes 321 et/ou 323 et/ou 322 empêchent tout déplacement de la pièce de couverture dans le plan horizontal. Secondairement, la pièce de couverture permet le maintien en place d'avant en arrière de la pièce 5 si celle-ci n'est pas fixée par tout autre moyen au carter ou au mur. Cette solution permet une maintenance aisée de la cuvette, les différents sous-ensembles étant amovibles.According to a preferred embodiment, the housing 330, figure 9 , the cover piece is provided with a pivot-type stud 34 which is inserted into a notch 511 configured in the ball 51. The cover piece vertically rotates in the axis of the stud, which allows to lift the cover piece without separating it from the piece 5. In this construction mode, each of the wings 512 is equipped with the same device for housing in support of the pads of the cover piece. The housing 330 bears on the perimeter 510 of the ball 51; this wrapping has the effect of preventing any vertical and forward movement of the cover piece 32 when using the bowl. Likewise the wings 321 and / or 323 and / or 322 prevent any displacement of the cover piece in the horizontal plane. Secondarily, the cover piece allows the maintenance in place from front to back of the part 5 if it is not fixed by any other means to the housing or the wall. This solution allows easy maintenance of the bowl, the different subassemblies being removable.

Accessoirement, la pièce 5 comporte un orifice 513 permettant le passage une tubulure 101 associée à la cuvette.Incidentally, the part 5 comprises an orifice 513 for the passage of a tubing 101 associated with the bowl.

A la lecture de ce qui précède, on comprend qu'on a affaire à des moyens simples qui permettent d'immobiliser les différents éléments du carter les uns par rapport aux autres, étant entendu que cet assemblage est réversible, c'est à dire qu'il est possible de démonter la pièce de couverture ou simplement de la relever, quand cela est souhaité.On reading the foregoing, it is understood that we are dealing with simple means which make it possible to immobilize the various elements of the casing with respect to each other, it being understood that this assembly is reversible, that is to say that it is possible to disassemble the cover piece or simply lift it up, when desired.

Pour parfaire la stabilité de la pièce de couverture par rapport au carter, et éventuellement pour éviter que des personnes mal intentionnées cherchent à démonter cette pièce de couverture, celle-ci peut comporter, dans des endroits adéquats, des aimants coopérant avec des aimants analogues logés en partie supérieure du corps du carter. Pour enlever la pièce de couverture, il est alors nécessaire de vaincre la force de résistance exercée par les aimants, ce qui peut-être de nature à dissuader certaines personnes mal intentionnées. Dans la figure 9 les moyens de liaison (51, 330) de forme complémentaire présentent une surface de contact courbe de type rotule. Dans la forme de réalisation de la figure 12, comme dans la figure 9, les logements 330 et pièce massive 51 sont également à profil courbe, toutefois, leur orientation est strictement horizontale, de sorte que leur engagement/dégagement mutuel s'opère également selon une direction horizontale.To perfect the stability of the cover part relative to the housing, and possibly to prevent malicious people seeking to disassemble the cover piece, it may include, in suitable places, magnets cooperating with similar magnets housed in the upper part of the housing body. To remove the piece of cover, it is then necessary to overcome the resistance force exerted by the magnets, which may be likely to deter some malicious people. In the figure 9 the connecting means (51, 330) of complementary shape have a ball-shaped contact surface of the ball-and-socket type. In the embodiment of the figure 12 , as in the figure 9 , the housing 330 and massive part 51 are also curved profile, however, their orientation is strictly horizontal, so that their mutual engagement / release also operates in a horizontal direction.

Dans le mode de réalisation de la figure 13, la pièce d'ancrage 5 constitue la base d'un placard 55 dont la porte 56, en position fermée, est profilée pour fermer partiellement le palier 331 dont il a été question en référence à la figure 9. On pourra se reporter à la demande de brevet internationale précitée pour connaître l'utilité d'une telle structure. A l'intérieur de ce placard est installé un réservoir. Ce réservoir est indépendant de la pièce d'ancrage 5. Ce réservoir indépendant peut équiper les diverses solutions de carter.In the embodiment of the figure 13 , the anchoring piece 5 constitutes the base of a cupboard 55 whose door 56, in the closed position, is profiled to partially close the bearing 331 which has been discussed with reference to the figure 9 . Reference may be made to the aforementioned international patent application for the usefulness of such a structure. Inside this closet is installed a tank. This tank is independent of the anchor part 5. This independent tank can equip the various crankcase solutions.

Au contraire des modes de réalisation des figures précédentes, les moyens de liaison de forme complémentaire 330 et 51 sont respectivement constitués d'une pièce massive et d'un logement, tous deux d'orientation horizontale.In contrast to the embodiments of the preceding figures, the complementarily shaped connection means 330 and 51 consist respectively of a solid piece and a housing, both of horizontal orientation.

En référence à la figure 14, la pièce d'ancrage 5 constitue la base d'une colonne 57 de faible épaisseur, dont la partie supérieure est conformée en compartiment de rangement 58.With reference to the figure 14 , the anchoring piece 5 constitutes the base of a column 57 of small thickness, whose upper part is shaped as a storage compartment 58.

La colonne peut intégrer des moyens 570 visant à détecter la présence ou l'absence d'une personne sur les toilettes, en particulier en vue d'actionner automatiquement le déclenchement d'une chasse d'eau. Le compartiment peut servir de réserve pour les produits d'entretien. Le cas échéant, les réservoirs qui les contiennent sont reliés à des tuyaux flexibles logés dans la colonne, dont l'extrémité inférieure de la distribution débouche dans la cuvette 1.The column can incorporate means 570 for detecting the presence or absence of a person on the toilet, especially to automatically actuate the triggering of a flush. The compartment can serve as a reserve for cleaning products. Where appropriate, the reservoirs that contain them are connected to flexible tubes housed in the column, the lower end of the distribution opens into the bowl 1.

A la figure 15 est représentée une variante de réalisation ; le carter 3 inséré dans une cloison C est fixé à la fois au sol S et à un mur M, de sorte que le réservoir 54 (non représenté sur la figure) se trouve encastré dans l'espace qui les sépare.To the figure 15 is shown an alternative embodiment; the housing 3 inserted into a partition C is fixed both to the ground S and to a wall M, so that the reservoir 54 (not shown in the figure) is embedded in the space between them.

A la figure 16 est représentée schématiquement une cuvette 1 de toilettes, dite cuvette suspendue. De manière connue en soi, il s'agit d'une cuvette dépourvue de socle d'appui au sol.To the figure 16 is schematically represented a toilet bowl 1, said suspended bowl. In a manner known per se, it is a bowl without a support base on the ground.

Sa fixation est exclusivement assurée, par des moyens appropriés, au mur M. A cette fin, des chevilles et des vis associées peuvent être utilisées. On peut également employer une platine fixée préalablement au mur et dotée d'organes d'accrochage, sur laquelle on vient positionner la cuvette, cette dernière présentant des moyens de coopération qui s'engagent sur les moyens d'accrochage.Its fixing is exclusively ensured, by appropriate means, to the wall M. For this purpose, pegs and associated screws may be used. It is also possible to use a plate fixed beforehand to the wall and provided with hooking members, on which the cup is positioned, the latter having means of cooperation which engage with the hooking means.

Bien que cette structure soit parfaitement stable, l'absence de socle d'appui au sol provoque une réaction mitigée chez certains utilisateurs, ceux-ci ayant peur que la cuvette se détache du mur et tombe au sol.Although this structure is perfectly stable, the lack of ground support base causes a mixed reaction in some users, they are afraid that the bowl is detached from the wall and falls to the ground.

Le carter qui est représenté aux figures 17 et 18 permet de protéger et masquer cette cuvette à l'aide des ailes 305, en donnant l'illusion qu'elle comporte un socle d'appui au sol.The casing which is represented Figures 17 and 18 allows to protect and hide this bowl with the wings 305, giving the illusion that it has a base of support on the ground.

A cette fin, ce carter 3 comporte un corps galbé dont la forme est adaptée pour épouser celle de la cuvette, sa partie inférieure comportant une zone centrale 304 sensiblement verticale et renflée, destinée notamment à masquer le système de tuyauterie associé à la cuvette. C'est justement cette zone centrale 304 qui donne l'illusion que la cuvette s'appuie sur le sol S.To this end, this housing 3 comprises a curved body whose shape is adapted to match that of the bowl, the lower portion having a central zone 304 substantially vertical and bulged, intended in particular to mask the pipe system associated with the bowl. It is precisely this central zone 304 that gives the illusion that the bowl rests on the ground S.

En référence à la figure 19, on a affaire à un cadre 6, par exemple métallique qui est logé dans un espace compris entre un mur M et une cloison C.With reference to the figure 19 we are dealing with a frame 6, for example metal which is housed in a space between a wall M and a partition C.

Ce cadre est de préférence fixé au mur M et/ ou au sol par tout moyen approprié.This frame is preferably fixed to the wall M and / or the floor by any appropriate means.

Ce cadre sert de support de fixation à la cuvette de toilettes (non visible sur la figure), mais aussi au corps 30 du carter 3.This frame serves as a mounting bracket to the toilet bowl (not visible in the figure), but also to the body 30 of the housing 3.

Dans l'exemple représenté, le carter est partiellement engagé dans l'espace entre le mur M et la cloison C. Bien entendu, la cloison présente une ouverture de dimensions adaptées.In the example shown, the housing is partially engaged in the space between the wall M and the partition C. Of course, the partition has an opening of suitable dimensions.

La fixation de la cuvette et du corps 30 du carter se fait par tout moyen approprié tel que des vis, des glissières, etc. On utilisera de préférence des solutions techniques permettant un démontage aisé des éléments.The fixing of the bowl and body 30 of the housing is done by any appropriate means such as screws, slides, etc. Technical solutions will preferably be used for easy dismantling of the elements.

Le cadre 6 peut constituer un moyen de support pour un réservoir de distribution d'eau non représenté, qu'il suffit de raccorder, par exemple au moyen de conduites flexibles, d'une part au réseau d'alimentation et d'autre part, à la cuvette.The frame 6 may constitute a support means for a not shown water distribution tank, which is sufficient to connect, for example by means of flexible pipes, on the one hand to the supply network and on the other hand, at the bowl.

Bien que cela n'ait pas été représenté sur les figures, la carter selon l'invention et plus particulièrement sa pièce de couverture, peut-être pourvu d'équipements additionnels notamment destinés à améliorer le confort de l'utilisateur. Ainsi et déjà proposé dans la demande internationale précitée, la pièce de couverture 32, quand elle est associée à un abattant, peut recevoir des moyens de déclenchement automatique de chasse d'eau, notamment de type électronique.Although this has not been shown in the figures, the casing according to the invention and more particularly its cover piece, may be provided with additional equipment including for improving the comfort of the user. Thus and already proposed in the aforementioned international application, the cover piece 32, when associated with a flap, can receive automatic flushing means, including electronic type.

Peuvent être également prévus dans cette pièce des logements pour réception de bras d'accoudoirs relevables, destinés à faciliter le passage de l'utilisateur des toilettes en position relevée. De préférence, la surface supérieure de la pièce 32 comporte des surfaces adaptées pour recevoir des éléments d'appui solidaires des accoudoirs, lorsque ceux-ci sont en position rabattue et horizontale.Can also be provided in this room housing for receiving armrest armrests, to facilitate the passage of the user of the toilet in the raised position. Preferably, the surface upper part 32 includes surfaces adapted to receive integral support elements of the armrests, when they are in the folded and horizontal position.

La structure du carter selon l'invention permet de protéger et de masquer une cuvette de toilettes, quelle qu'en soit la configuration.The structure of the housing according to the invention can protect and hide a toilet bowl, whatever the configuration.

Comme cela apparaît de la description ci-dessus, son démontage est particulièrement aisé. L'enlèvement de la pièce de couverture et de la pièce d'ancrage permet tout particulièrement d'avoir accès à la partie arrière de la cuvette, soit pour l'entretien de celle-ci, soit pour avoir accès à des équipements complémentaires qui y sont logés.As can be seen from the description above, its disassembly is particularly easy. The removal of the cover piece and the anchor piece makes it particularly possible to have access to the rear part of the bowl, either for the maintenance of the latter, or to have access to complementary equipment which are housed.

Si l'implantation de la cuvette devient aisée, il se peut que certaines d'entre-elles se fassent contre des murs fragiles ; dans ce cas, l'homme de métier utilise des moyens de liaison telles des équerres solidaires du sol et/ou de l'embase d'ancrage, auxquelles on associe la traverse 35 du carter. Cette solution ne constitue qu'une variante.If the implantation of the bowl becomes easy, it is possible that some of them are done against fragile walls; in this case, the skilled person uses connecting means such brackets integral with the ground and / or the anchor base, which is associated with the cross member 35 of the housing. This solution is only a variant.

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  1. Protection and masking housing of a toilet bowl pan (1), the upper part of the bowl (10) of which is arranged in a peripheral edge turned down towards the inside, which delimits with this bowl a water distribution channel (R),
    - the housing being constituted of a body (30) and a covering part (32) open in its centre, independent of the body (30), intended to be positioned on this body and covering the peripheral edge (11) of the toilet bowl pan;
    - and said body (30) being equipped with an anchoring part (5) intended to interconnect in a reversible manner with said covering part (32), characterized in that these anchoring and covering parts (32) have connection means (51, 330) with a complementary shape having a curved contact surface of the ball joint type.
  2. Housing according to claim 1 which, viewed from above, has approximately a "U" shape, the two wings (301) of which are intended to extend from one side of the toilet bowl pan (1) to the other, characterized in that the ends of said wings are linked by a junction element (31) which, if necessary, projects above the upper outline (P) of said body (30), whereby this junction element (31) notably forms support for said anchoring part (5).
  3. Housing according to claim 2, characterized in that said junction element (31) has a suitable surface (312) for coming into contact with a partition wall, with a view to creating a positive connection with it.
  4. Housing according to any of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that said anchoring part (5) constitutes the base of a water tank (54) supplying said toilet bowl pan (1) and/or a cupboard (55).
  5. Housing according to any of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the housing (30) is supported on a trapezoid anchoring baseplate (7).
  6. Housing according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that said covering part (32) has at least one bearing (331) in the shape of a gutter intended to receive at least one trunnion connected to a mobile element such as a flap forming a cover, a toilet seat or a urinal.
  7. Assembly consisting of a housing according to one of claims 1 to 6 and a toilet bowl pan, the upper part of the bowl (10) of which is formed with a peripheral edge (11) turned down towards the inside, which interconnects with said housing.
  8. Assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that said edge (11) constitutes a distinctive part of said bowl (10).
  9. Assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that said edge (11) and said bowl (10) each possess at least one notch (114, 120) intended to be facing each other, as well as a water inlet pipe (210) inserted into the pair of notches.
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