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DE-202026000855-U1 - Interchangeable frames for more than 1 picture

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Abstract

A picture frame for more than one picture, characterized in that it consists of at least one element, preferably four elements, which are joined together to form a frame with outward-facing reliefs or smooth surfaces made of different materials in defined dimensions and colors, in a square or rectangular shape; that in both variants, they furthermore have two to four grooves in the longitudinal direction of the element on the inner sides of the upper and lower elements and include the same number of vertical, continuous slots in the left and right elements, extending from the outside inwards; that the grooves and slots are further coordinated in such a way that they together form a guide and hold system for precisely fitting pictures on picture carriers, the latter being dimensionally stable, and that the pictures or picture carriers are to be inserted into the frame either from the left or from the right.

Assignees

  • JANDER LOTHAR B

Dates

Publication Date
20260513
Application Date
20260225
Priority Date
20260225

Claims (8)

  1. A picture frame for more than one picture, characterized in that it consists of at least one element, preferably four elements, which are joined together to form a frame with outward-facing reliefs or smooth surfaces made of different materials in defined dimensions and colors, in a square or rectangular shape; that in both variants, they furthermore have two to four grooves in the longitudinal direction of the element on the inner sides of the upper and lower elements and include the same number of vertical, continuous slots in the left and right elements, extending from the outside inwards; that the grooves and slots are further coordinated in such a way that they together form a guide and hold system for precisely fitting pictures on picture carriers, the latter being dimensionally stable, and the pictures or picture carriers are to be inserted into the frame either from the left or from the right.
  2. Interchangeable frames for more than 1 picture Claim 1 characterized in that the dimensions of the grooves and slots are based on the material design of the image material and its supports, in particular on the stabilizing discs used, the use of passe-partouts, glass such as gallery glass, acrylic glass and a possible installation of one image each on the front and back of a picture carrier such as Alu-Dibond or the use of so-called metal prints, these occurring in combination or individually and slightly exceeding their individual or combined dimensions.
  3. Interchangeable frames for more than one picture Claim 1 , characterized in that the frame elements can be made of wood or wood derivatives or wood composites, of light metals and of compostable plastics or of a combination of these materials and, after dimensional preparation, are joined at the respective contact surfaces with one or a combination of several joining means, preferably with adhesive, plug and screw connections and the use of studs, bolts, dowels, screws, adhesives and other joining means.
  4. Interchangeable frames for more than one picture Claim 1 until 3 , characterized in that, when using the material wood or wood derivatives or wood composites, the slots in the specified dimensions are introduced into the side parts as a whole body using known methods, or each side part is divided into a specified number of individual parts, e.g., in the case of three slots, into four individual parts, and half a slot dimension is removed at the specified locations, and that these individual parts are glued together to form a side part with the slots in predefined dimensions.
  5. Interchangeable frames for more than one picture Claim 1 until 3 , characterized in that a changeable frame based on light metal can be constructed in several variants: In one variant made of a dimensioned aluminum sheet, into which the necessary design specifications such as the grooves and slots are incorporated and which is preferably cold-bent into the predefined shape and is either smooth or corrugated, in the former case with the defined dimensions and functions of the aforementioned grooves as well as the slots; furthermore, it should apply that when using corrugated sheet with the grooves along the long lines of the element, these grooves have the same function as the slots, further characterized in that the slots are incorporated in the grooves on the left and right elements.
  6. Interchangeable frames for more than one picture Claim 5 , characterized in that the four elements of the frame are each manufactured in light metal casting and subsequently machined (milling, drilling), and then joined, i.e., glued, screwed, plugged and/or welded together at the contact points prepared according to the chosen joining method.
  7. Interchangeable frames for more than one picture Claim 4 until 6 , characterized in that the elements have receptacles at their top and bottom ends for the dimensioned and appropriately prepared side parts, and that the side parts can have cross-sections such as circle, rectangle, square, oval or mixtures thereof,
  8. Interchangeable frames for more than one picture Claim 1 until 7 , characterized in that the mounting of the interchangeable frame on a smooth surface is achieved either by means of double-sided adhesive or by a combination of dowel and hook with a thin, flat, and simultaneously wide head that points upwards at a right angle and projects into the groove closest to the wall, or by means of at least one body consisting of at least one hook that carries at least one groove which, in cross-section, resembles a U with different leg lengths, wherein the longer leg is attached to the wall in a known manner and the shorter leg projects into the groove closest to the wall. At these points or completely, the edge grooves in the upper element are to be widened by the amount of the thickness of the leg tip.

Description

The object of the invention is a picture frame with the following characteristics: It can be produced in various sizes and formats, both rectangular and square. It has space for at least two image carriers, which can be viewed from both sides. It can be manufactured from four individual elements or from a single piece. If the decision is made to manufacture it from a single piece, it is advisable to use a sheet of lightweight metal into which the intended grooves and slots are first cut. This is followed by cold pressing to form the desired shape, and finally, the remaining free ends are joined using joining agents suitable for lightweight metals. If the decision is made to assemble four individual elements (two on the sides, one each on the top and bottom), their shape (smooth surface, relief structure) must be determined in advance, as well as the method of joining, such as adhesive, plug-in, or screw connections, using studs, bolts, dowels, screws, adhesives, matching shapes and recesses, and other joining agents, individually or in combination. Unlike conventional frames, this design allows for the insertion of pictures from the sides. To facilitate this, the side panels feature continuous, vertical slots (at least two, preferably three) running from the outside to the inside. The top and bottom panels also incorporate grooves on their inward-facing sides, matching the number of slots on the sides. Together, these elements form a guide and support system for the inserted artwork. The dimensions of the grooves and slots are determined by the outer dimensions of the artwork, the thickness of the artwork, and any additional stabilizers used, such as glass, mats, and other materials. The images are mounted on a substrate, preferably on both sides. The substrate is dimensionally stable, which, for example, requires a thickness of up to three millimeters for smaller formats, and correspondingly more for larger formats. The material can consist of thin-walled glued wood panels, plastic, lightweight metal (see Alu-Dibond as a composite), metal, or cardboard, the latter also being used for reinforcements or passe-partouts. The frame material can consist of solid wood and wood derivatives, as well as lightweight metal and plastic. The four elements are assembled using familiar joining methods, either individually or in combination. The lightweight metal frame can be manufactured from a single sheet (see above). Alternatively, the individual elements, each with their own specific characteristics (see above), can be milled from a single block and then assembled into a frame. This is achieved using standard joining materials and methods. The picture frame designed in this way can be placed on a flat surface or hung on a wall or other flat surface. Double-sided adhesive strips, wall plugs, and hook systems are all suitable for this purpose. The hooks have a flat, wide head that fits into the groove closest to the wall. An extended model consists of at least one hook and at least one groove with a U-shaped cross-section and different leg lengths, where the longer leg rests against the wall and is attached there. The shorter leg extends into the groove at the edge when in use. The upper and lower edge grooves must be widened by the amount of the thickness of the shorter U-leg tips, usually by one to two millimeters.