The present invention relates to an ancillary shoring device which can be used in construction-related and non-construction- related (setting) activities, in particular in setting wood and aluminum sections, frames, walls, formworks, as well as to wood, steel and concrete constructions, which will be furthermore

indicated as semi-constructions. In particular, it is about an ancillary shoring device which can stand independently in a

functional position, that is to say, without the application of ancillary means, and which does not necessarily need to be anchored to a foundation. For sake of completeness, it is noted that a functional position of the ancillary shoring device is a position in which the ancillary shoring device is enabled to receive and support an object.

Especially with wood and aluminum sections, but also with most other semi-constructions, it is true that during the setting activities thereof, there is a need for more than one person.

In case of setting activities of wood an aluminum sections, but also in case of other semi-constructions, fixation is often

bothersome due to lack of space.

Setting action on a foundation is often bothersome because the foundation is located at a lower level.

In respect of wood and aluminum sections, as well as in respect of the most semi-constructions, it is true that there are various ways to fix them, in a mechanical fashion or a non-mechanical fashion, by means of existing connection techniques, depending on the choice of the semi-construction.

In respect of wood and aluminum sections, as well as in respect of other semi-constructions, it is true that various types of tools are required during processing thereof, depending on the choice of the semi-construction.

During setting activities of wood and aluminum sections, as well as with other semi-constructions, a great diversity of

ancillary materials is often used. Storage of ancillary materials for the purpose of setting activities often occupies a lot of expensive space.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an

ancillary means, in particular an ancillary shoring device, in order to meet the disadvantages and objections of the above.

The ancillary shoring device according to the present invention is adapted to stand independently in a functional position, and essentially comprises the following parts: a supporting construction for supporting the ancillary shoring device on a foundation; object receiving means for receiving an object to be fixed; and coupling means for coupling the object receiving means to other components of the ancillary shoring device, wherein the coupling means can be put in various positions, namely a first position for allowing an adjustment of the object receiving means with respect to the other components of the ancillary shoring device, and a second position for hindering an adjustment of the object receiving means with respect to the other components of the ancillary shoring device. The coupling means comprise a housing which is shaped like a hollow cylinder having openings in each of its ends, and which is provided with internal screw thread at one opening; a carrier element having a shaft and a head which is thickened with respect to the shaft, wherein the head is located in the housing, the shaft extends through an opening in the housing, and a cross-section of the head is larger than a cross-section of the opening; and a pressing element which is arranged such as to be displaceable in the housing, and which has external screw thread which is engaged with the internal screw thread of the housing.

Furthermore, the ancillary shoring device can have various technical features, which add extra benefits to the functioning and the application thereof. In the following, a non-exclusive listing of a number of possibilities will be given.

In the first place, the coupling means can be located on a construction which is arranged such as to be fixable and tiltable in the ancillary shoring device. This contributes to the setting possibilities which are foreseen with an application of the

ancillary shoring device.

In the second place, the coupling means can comprise one or more rings, which are located in the housing in that case. According to one possibility, such a ring is arranged between the pressing element and the head of the carrier element. According to another possibility, such a ring is arranged between the head of the carrier element and a part of the housing in which the opening is located. An example of a suitable material for the at least one ring is Teflon. Nylon can also be applied. In general, it is practical when the ring comprises a material which can have a somewhat lubricating function, ^' and which guarantees a certain resistance to displacement with respect to an adjacent component when being put under pressure. The housing, the carrier element and the pressing element can be manufactured from metal.

The coupling means can provide a mutual fixation of the carrier element and the pressing element if the pressing element is screwed in the housing along such a distance that it comes into contact with the carrier element, possibly through a ring. If the housing and the pressing element themselves are made of a material such as Teflon or nylon, the ring can be omitted. The fixation which is obtained is maintained as long as no forces are exerted on the carrier element and/or the pressing element which are sufficiently large to

compensate for friction forces between the said elements. Thus, the elements remain mutually rotatable, but only above a certain force threshold. Due to this, in a situation of large forces, overload of components of the ancillary shoring device, which might lead to breakage, can be prevented. An additional advantage is that the resistance can be changed at any moment, depending on the

circumstances. In this respect, the extent to which the pressing element is screwed in and out of the housing, and presses against the carrier element in a more or less extent as a result, is a determining factor.

In the third place, the coupling means can comprise a ball joint, which is located outside of the housing, and which is supported by the shaft of the carrier . element . As the occasion arises, it can be desirable to fix the shaft of the carrier element, once the ancillary shoring device is coupled to an object. This happens by screwing the pressing element in the housing in the direction of the carrier element, as is indicated in the foregoing. In the case that the ancillary shoring device comprises the fixable tilting construction as mentioned earlier, it can be applied for setting the coupling means at a suitable angle, parallel to a longitudinal axis of an object to be set. Furthermore, it is possible that the head of the carrier element of the coupling means is ball-shaped. In that case, an extra possibility is incorporated for realizing a suitable position of the coupling means and the object receiving means, without a direct need for an adjustment of an orientation of other components of the ancillary shoring device. According to another possibility, the head of the carrier element is beveled, at least at one side, so that an enlarged friction surface is present at that side, in case this is desirable for a certain application of the ancillary shoring device.

The ancillary shoring device can be operated with one hand, wherein the object receiving means can be put in such a position that they can be manipulated by both left-handed and right-handed persons. In any case, this is possible when the coupling means comprise the said ball joint.

In the fourth place, the ancillary shoring device can comprise a rod which is displaceable in the ancillary shoring device, wherein the object receiving means are coupled to the rod through the coupling means. From a practical point of view, it is advantageous when fixating means are provided for fixing the position of the rod in the ancillary shoring device. It is handy when the ancillary shoring device comprises a handle for operating the fixating means, wherein the handle is also applicable for picking up, maneuvering and carrying the ancillary shoring device in its entirety by a user.

With the displaceable rod, it is achieved that the ancillary shoring device can be used by both larger and smaller persons.

Furthermore, due to this, the ancillary shoring device has a multifunctional use, irrespective of the level on which objects are present .

In the fifth place, there are various possibilities for the practical realization of a number of components of the ancillary shoring device. For instance, the object receiving means can comprise a quick-acting gluing cramp, and possibly also a

multifunctional clamping block. In this respect, it is advantageous when the ancillary shoring device is equipped with a holder for receiving a quick-acting gluing cramp. It is also advantageous when the clamping block comprises a section having an elongated opening along its length. The presence of such an opening contributes to the extent to which the clamping block can have a grip on an object. The section can have a triangular cross-section, for example.

In the sixth place, the supporting construction can be a triangular construction in which two posts are coupled to each other at the bottom side by a coupling rod. In that case, a supporting leg can be provided which extends from the coupling rod, which is adapted to support the ancillary shoring device on a foundation in a resting condition, and, in doing so, provide stability to the ancillary shoring device, together with the two posts, so that it can stand independently. In order to facilitate storage and

transport of the ancillary shoring device, it is advantageous when the position of the supporting leg is variable, wherein the

supporting leg is movable in and out of an area defined by the triangular construction of posts and coupling rod, in other words, when the supporting leg is mounted such as to be foldable, because it is possible to obtain a compact whole due to this.

It can be achieved through a specific design of the supporting construction that the ancillary shoring device can stand

independently, on its own, wherein it is not necessary that an anchorage to the foundation is provided, even not during use, and wherein the movability can be dosed at the same time, so that a safe working environment is created. For sake of completeness, it is noted that in general, it is so that the supporting construction has at least one supporting point, wherein a component of the ancillary shoring device is meant by the term "supporting point", which is intended and suitable to make contact to the foundation when the ancillary shoring device is applied. Therefore, in this respect, it is not about a point in a mathematical sense, but about a component of which a certain area is intended to play a role in supporting the ancillary shoring device on the foundation. In a practical

embodiment, it is very well pos'sible for the ancillary shoring device to have two or more supporting legs.

As alternative for the supporting construction, a construction can be provided which comprises a rod with two supporting points and a supporting leg extending from the rod, wherein a wheel is located on the supporting leg, in order to support the ancillary shoring device on a foundation in a resting condition of the ancillary shoring device, and, in doing so, provide stability to the ancillary shoring device in the resting condition, together with the two other supporting points, so that it can stand independently. Advantages of the application of the said wheel are that the wheel can be used to easily displace the ancillary shoring device over a foundation, namely by letting the wheel roll over the foundation, and that the wheel can function as stabilizer, wherein the ancillary shoring device can be put safely on the wheel as third supporting point, with a minimal risk of the ancillary shoring device tilting and ^■ falling over.

In the seventh place, ^" the ancillary shoring device can comprise at least one component for supporting at ground level an object to be fixed, which component is located at another side of the coupling rod than the supporting leg. This component can be realized in such a way that it can be detachably coupled to the coupling rod, and therefore only needs to be used with the ancillary shoring device in case of a situation in which this is desirable. Supporting an object at ground level yields a high extent of stability of the whole of object and ancillary shoring device, because the object presses the ancillary shoring device against the ground through the component.

In the eighth place, the ancillary shoring device can comprise a leveling device, which is positioned at the location of the object receiving means, so that during receipt of an object by means of the ancillary shoring device, it can be set in the proper way. The number of levels can be chosen freely within the framework of the present invention. For example, in many practical cases, it can be desirable to apply a double level. In that case, the object can be set upright from two sides in one working action.

The following remarks are applicable to the ancillary shoring device, possibly with one or more of the above-mentioned

possibilities:

- as a result of an application of the ancillary shoring device, maximum accessibility and/or passableness can be created on the working spot;

- as a result of an application of the ancillary shoring device, it can be achieved that setting activities are less labor-intensive; - the ancillary shoring device is widely applicable,, and offers many possibilities for adjustment and rotation, even more so when a multifunctional clamping block is present, as a result of which the number of shapes to be clamped increases;

- processing of the objects can still take place with conventional machines and tools, so that there is no need for additional

investments ;

- as a result of an application of the ancillary shoring device, it is possible to save on ancillary materials, which, in its turn, can lead to space saving; and - as a result of an application of the ancillary shoring device, in general, a better well-being can be created.

In relation to the construction of the ancillary shoring device it is noted that it can be manufactured from various types of material or components with different features according to set requirements and manufacturing methods, such as low self-weight, high stability, possibility of height setting, possibility of use on hard surfaces or also soft, uneven foundations, capability of tilting and/or rotating in various directions, possibility of locking, possibility of a leveling device, possibility of

displacement, compact design, notable color scheme. Also, the ancillary shoring device can be fixable, and can be processed by means of conventional techniques, and an ergonomic operation and/or design is one of the possibilities.

Setting activities often take a lot of time, and skilled personnel is getting more and more scarce.

During setting activities, the working space with a semi- construction is often limited, because in many cases, more than one person is working on the same part.

In the current vocational trainings, setting activities are taught as a traditional act, because there are few alternatives.

During setting activities, it is often necessary for a section or another semi-construction to be held (and fixed) temporarily, in different positions, often at different heights, depending on the product chosen.

Setting activities on a foundation, or setting a chimney is often bothersome because the foundation is at a different level.

In many cases, setting activities are made-to-measure; in view of the fact that a great diversity of semi-constructions exists, the number of ancillary materials is very much diverse, and it is very often necessary to improvise.

With the ancillary shoring device according to the present invention, the above is met by more efficient complement of labor force, wide applicability, increased chance of intake of young, skilled workers by offering an education in which it is already possible to get familiarized with techniques based on the present invention, better possibilities for handling, while processing may take place by means of existing techniques and tools, possibility of saving on unnecessary ancillary materials. . In short, well-being, the level of education, the possibilities for treating and handling, the accessibility and the economic interests are amply looked after by means of application of

techniques based on the present invention.

Of course, the present invention does not only relate to an assembled ancillary shoring device for only setting activities in constructing, but to all applications based on the principles of the present invention, both for business and hobby, professional and semi-professional. For instance, the present invention also relates to a coupling device for mutually coupling two components, wherein the coupling device can be put in different positions, namely a first position for allowing a mutual adjustment of the components, and a second position for hindering a mutual adjustment of the components, comprising a housing which is shaped like a hollow cylinder having openings in each of its ends, and which is provided with internal screw thread at one opening; a carrier element, to be connected to one of the components, having a shaft and a head which is thickened with respect to the shaft, wherein the head is located in the housing, the shaft extends through an opening in the housing, and a cross-section of the head is larger than a cross-section of the opening; and a pressing element, to be connected to another of the components, which is arranged such as to be displaceable in the housing, and which has external screw thread which is engaged with the internal screw thread of the housing.

As noted earlier in respect of the coupling means of the ancillary shoring device, at least one ring, for example, a Teflon ring or a nylon ring, can be present in the housing, and the head of the carrier element can be planar, but can also be shaped like a ball, or have a beveled shape.

The invention further relates to an ancillary shoring device, applicable, among other things, in carrying out setting activities in constructing, comprising: a supporting construction for

supporting the ancillary shoring device on a foundation; object receiving means for receiving an object to be fixed; coupling means for coupling the object receiving means to other components of the ancillary shoring device, wherein the coupling means are adapted to allow for an adjustment of the object receiving means with respect to the other components of the ancillary shoring device; a rod which is displaceable in the ancillary shoring device, wherein the object receiving means are coupled to the rod through the coupling means; fixating means for fixing the position of the rod in the ancillary shoring device; and a handle for operating the fixating means, wherein the handle is also applicable for picking up, maneuvering and carrying the ancillary shoring device in its entirety by a user. It is advantageous when coupling means as described in the

foregoing, therefore, with a hollow housing, a carrier element and a pressing element, are applied with this ancillary shoring device, which is very easy to use with the handle as mentioned. Also, options as described earlier are applicable with this ancillary shoring device, in particular the use of at least one ring in the coupling means, the ball shape or beveled shape of the head of the carrier element of the coupling means, the use of a ball joint, the use of a quick-acting gluing cramp, the use of a clamping block, which can have an elongated opening, the design of the supporting construction with two posts, a coupling rod and a supporting leg, wherein the supporting leg can have a variable position, and can possibly be provided with a wheel, the use of at least one component for supporting at ground level an object to be fixed, and the use of a leveling device.

Details, applications and methods of embodiments related to the present invention with the results as foreseen will be explained and described on the basis of the Figures.

Figures 1 and 2 show a side view and a front view,

respectively, of the ancillary shoring device for the purpose of setting a wood section on a construction site, for example, in a way according to the present invention.

Figure 3 shows a detail A of the ancillary shoring device and a portion of a section received by the ancillary shoring device.

Figure 4 shows a section of a clamping device which is part of the ancillary shoring device.

Figure 5 shows a section of an alternative for the clamping device .

Figures 6a and 6b diagrammatically show a front view and a top view of the ancillary shoring device, in relating to a possible capability of a supporting construction of the ancillary shoring device of being displaced in a sideward direction, in three

different positions with respect to a section, while the ancillary shoring device and the section are mutually coupled. Figures 7a to 7d illustrate the wide applicability of a multifunctional clamping block which is part of the ancillary shoring device, wherein a cross-section of the clamping block is shown .

Figures 8 and 9 show a front view and a side view,

respectively, of an alternative design of the supporting

construction of the ancillary shoring device.

Figure 10 shows a side view of a portion of the ancillary shoring device with a component having a function in supporting at ground level objects to be fixed with the ancillary shoring device.

In the shown example, the body of the ancillary shoring device is manufactured from thin-walled metal sections, wherein the choice of material and composition is determined by ergonomic working circumstances at buildings. This results in a relatively light self- weight with a high stability, capability of being adjusted in height, and a possibility for use on planar, hard foundations, as well as on uneven, soft foundations, wherein, seen from above, a large rotation of the body is possible in the horizontal direction, even in fixed condition to a wood section or semi-construction, wherein rotation can be terminated so that a rigid construction is realized, combined with a large capability of hinging and rotating in the vertical direction, while the ancillary shoring device can be operated with one hand.

Figures 1-3 will be explained in the following description.

Reference numeral 1 indicates posts, which are attached against an open tubular section at a top side, and which are provided with supporting points 2 at a bottom side for supporting the ancillary shoring device 100 on a foundation such as a working floor.

Reference numeral 3 indicates a rubber anti-slip relief (cap) , mounted in the open metal construction of the posts 1, at the location of the supporting points 2. Due to this, during setting activities, a maximum grip is realized with a minimum chance of damaging the foundation.

Reference numeral 4 indicates a supporting leg, which serves for placing the ancillary shoring device 100 independently and on an arbitrary spot on a foundation, which is provided with an adjustment bolt 5 at the bottom side, and offers maximum ergonomics. Reference numeral 6 indicates a coupling rod, which couples the posts 1 to each other at a bottom side. The supporting leg 4 is mounted such as to be rotatable about this coupling rod 6.

Reference numeral 7 indicates an adjusting knob, wherein attachment or detachment of the supporting leg 4 with respect to the coupling rod 6 can be achieved by means of rotating the adjusting knob 7, so that the ancillary shoring device 100 can be made very compact during transport and storage.

Supporting leg 4 can be realized as a metal U-section. If a higher stability is desirable, a counterweight 8 can be received therein, which can be realized as a steel plate. Securing of the counterweight 8 takes place through bolt and nut. The coupling rod 6 serves for realizing a non-deformable triangular construction, wherein it is noted that this coupling rod 6 is also capable of supporting persons, which is beneficial to practical situations.

Reference numeral 9 indicates an open metal tubular section, which serves for receipt of an adjustable tube 10.

Reference numeral 11 indicates an ergonomic handle or clamping device, which is composed as follows. At the location of the handle 11, a nut is welded to the open metal tubular section 9, in, which the ergonomic handle 11 is received by means of a threaded rod. In the line of the threaded rod, the tubular section 9 is perforated. By means of loosening or tightening the handle 11, fixation of the adjustable tube 10 is obtained.

The adjustable tube 10 is thin-walled tubular section, fitting in the open tubular section 9, and can be adjusted in height by means of the handle 11. During activities, the adjustable tube 10 can be retracted or extended on a desired level, whereby the ancillary shoring device 100 can be used responsibly by both large and smaller persons.

Figure 3 will be explained in the following description.

As shown in Figure 3, reference numeral 12 indicates a U-shaped (saddle) section, which is coupled to the adjustable tube 10 through a bolt which is provided with a self-securing nut. The said section 12 forms a fixable tilting construction, whereby a rigid and a hinging movement, respectively, can be realized, so that work pieces can become accessible to a maximum extent.

Reference numeral 13 indicates a manually operated clamping device or clamping coupling, which is attached on saddle section 12. Reference numeral 14 indicates a ball hinge or ball joint having a fixed carrier shaft 15, received in clamping coupling 13. By releasing the clamping coupling 13, a maximum sideward

displacement and/or rotation is realized, on the other hand, by tightening the clamping coupling 13, a rigid construction is realized.

Reference numeral 16 indicates a multifunctional clamping block, which can be composed of a plurality of materials such as, for example, metal and/or wood, composite and/or plastic, wherein various types of components can be used, which can be movable, or not, depending on the requirements which are set in respect of the maximum capability of moving which should be obtained, related to the pre-determined loading capacity.

Reference numeral 17 indicates a spirit level, which is applied to level a semi-construction somewhat without using a setting level. In this example, the multifunctional clamping block 16 is provided with a spirit level 17 at both the right and the left side.

Reference numeral 18 indicates means for receiving a gluing cramp or a clamping device. The multifunctional clamping block 16 is also provided with a receipt for a gluing cramp, so that the whole of the ancillary shoring device 100 can be operated with one hand during operation.

Reference numeral 19 diagrammatically indicates a quick-acting gluing cramp, which, when combined with the multifunctional clamping block 16, guarantees an extensive number of applications. Of course, the multifunctional clamping block 16 can not only be fixed with a quick-acting gluing cramp 19, but with all common methods of attachment such as, for example, screws, wire nails, bolts, standard gluing cramp, magnet block, etc.

Reference numeral 20 diagrammatically indicates a section which is clamped.

As noted earlier, a rigid and a hinging attachment,

respectively, can be realized by the coupling by means of a bolt and a self-securing nut of the tilting construction 12 to the adjustable tube 10. Due to this, the manually operated clamping coupling 13 can assume a position parallel to a section 20 to be set, which

contributes to the accessibility of the section 20.

Figures 4 and 5 will be explained in the following description. The ancillary shoring device 100 comprises a clamping coupling 13 which is adapted to fix the carrier shaft 15 of the ball joint 14 when it is intended to let the ancillary shoring device 100 perform its function of fixating a section 20, and which is also adapted to allow for rotation of the carrier shaft 15 of the ball joint 14 when the combination of the clamping block 16 and the quick-acting gluing cramp 19 is positioned to engage a section 20. In particular, the clamping coupling 13 is capable of enabling setting of a section 20 by means of the ancillary shoring device 100, while overload of the ancillary shoring device 100 is always prevented.

The clamping coupling 13 comprises a housing 21 which is shaped like a hollow cylinder having openings 22, 23 in each of its ends. The carrier axis 15 on which the ball joint 14 is located, extends through one of the openings 22, 23 to inside the clamping coupling 13, and is provided with a thickened portion 24 at one end, which will hereinafter be indicated as head 24. In the other of the openings 22, 23, the housing 21 is provided with internal screw thread 25. At this side of the clamping coupling 13, a pressing element 26 is provided, which extends to inside the housing 21, and which is intended to press against the head 24 of the carrier shaft 15. On a portion of the pressing element 26, external screw thread 27 is arranged. Through this screw thread 27 and the screw thread 25 of the housing 21, the pressing element 26 and the housing 21 can be engaged, and it is possible for the pressing element 26 to actually exert a force on the head 24 of the carrier shaft 15. In general, it is true that when the pressing element 26 is screwed in the housing 21 far enough to press against the head 24 of the carrier shaft 15, the pressing force increases when the pressing element 26 is screwed inwardly even further. At increasing pressing force, the Teflon rings 28, 29 are compressed, and offer resistance to mutual rotation of the carrier shaft 15 and the pressing element 26 on the basis of friction.

In the housing 21, three rings 28, 29, 30 are present, namely a Teflon ring 28 which is positioned between the pressing element 26 and the head 24 of the carrier shaft 15, a Teflon ring 29 which is positioned between the head 24 of the carrier shaft 15 and a part of the housing 21, about the carrier shaft 15, and a sealing ring 30 which seals the housing 21 at the side of the carrier shaft 15. The Teflon rings 28, 29 have a somewhat lubricating function, and allow for a rotation of the carrier shaft 15 with respect to the pressing element 26 when a certain force is exceeded, wherein it will be possible for such a rotation to take place in a braked manner. Due to this, the clamping coupling 13 does not only have a function in clamping, but there is also a security. If it would not eventually be possible to break the clamping coupling 13 somewhat in situations in which large forces are present, those forces would be transferred to other components of the ancillary shoring device 100, which could break as a result thereof. In this way, for example, the ball joint

14 could break, which is something of which it is clear that it is desirable to prevent it.

The clamping coupling 13 is easy to operate. By rotating the housing 21, the pressing element 26 can be moved further in the housing 21 or out of the housing 21. The rotation can be done by hand or with a tool such as a torque wrench. The pressing element 26 is connected with the tube 10 as described earlier and the saddle section 12 as described earlier, and is supported thereby in the ancillary shoring device 100. The housing 21, the head 24 of the carrier shaft 15, and the pressing element 26 can be made of metal. The application of the various rings 28, 29, 30 is not essential. When the housing 21 and, for example, the pressing element 26 are made of Teflon, the Teflon rings 28, 29 are not necessary for realizing the desired braked friction coupling.

A special embodiment of the clamping coupling 13 is shown in Figure 5. In this embodiment, the head 24 of the carrier shaft 15 is ball-shaped. At the location of the opening 22 through which the carrier shaft 15 extends, the housing 21 surrounds the carrier shaft

15 with a play which is not just a little play, as is the case with the embodiment shown in Figure 4. Instead, space is created for the carrier shaft 15 to tilt with respect to a longitudinal axis of the clamping coupling 13. Due to this, additional setting possibilities are obtained in the ancillary shoring device 100, by means of which a too extreme sloping positioning of other components is prevented, and the ancillary shoring device 100 remains easy to handle in all circumstances.

Figures 6a and 6b will be explained in the following

description .

The ancillary shoring device 100 is provided with a

multifunctional clamping block 16, in a way according to the present invention. In setting a section or a semi-construction 20 by a person, the ancillary shoring device 100 is put on the foundation within reach of the stand of the section 20, wherein the clamping coupling 13 is released.

When a section 20 is put down on the foundation, one grabs the ^' quick-acting gluing cramp 19 which is attached to the ancillary shoring device 100 with the free hand, this can be both right and left, and moves the ancillary shoring device 100 forward and down in the direction of the section 20. By realizing a fixation between the section 20 and the multifunctional clamping block 16 by means of the quick-acting gluing, cramp 19 by doing so, a tripod construction is realized, as it were, with the section 20 and the two posts 1 of the ancillary shoring device 100, so that a certain stability is obtained without a need of anchoring the ancillary shoring device 100 to the foundation.

The section 20 remains standing independently for a while, wherein the rotation function can be stopped by means of tightening the clamping coupling 13, so that a rigid construction is realized, and extra support is given against falling over of the section 20.

After the section 20 is positioned and attached on the

foundation, it can be finished and/or processed, wherein the ancillary shoring device 100 can be moved easily by hand to position b and c sideward, upward and downward after the rotation function is restored again, wherein a maximum accessibility of the working spot is realized, with a minimum risk of the section 20 falling over.

By exerting resistance to the coupling rod 6 by means of the self-weight of the setting person during arranging definitive shores to the section 20, extra stability is obtained, and a stepladder or small step becomes unnecessary in most cases. At the same time, leveling the section 20 in two directions can be achieved by manually displacing the ancillary shoring device 100 until the section 20 is leveled. By the self-weight of the ancillary shoring device 100, the section 20 remains standing in the position which is reached, so that the definitive shores can be attached to the foundation. After this activity is finished, the ancillary shoring device 100 can be released by loosening the quick-acting gluing cramp 19, and it is ready for the next action.

Figures 7a to 7d will be explained in the following

description. These Figures are a depiction of the applicability of the multifunctional clamping block 16, combined with a large diversity of semi-constructions 20 or designs, of which only some are depicted here. In particular, the multifunctional clamping block 16 is depicted in combination with:

Figure 7a - a quick-acting gluing cramp 19, which can also be applied for the following applications;

Figure 7b - a wood or aluminum section 20, which is shown in top view;

Figure 7c - a round shape 20, possibly of steel or wood, which is shown in top view; and

· Figure 7d - a sheeting 20, which is shown in cross-section, wherein the multifunctional clamping block 16 is fixed at the top side .

In a practical embodiment, the multifunctional clamping block 16 comprises a section. In Figures 7a to 7d, a rectangular cross- section of the section is ^' shown, but that does not alter the fact that other shapes of the cross-section of the section are also possible within the framework of the present invention. In any case, it is advantageous when the clamping block 16 has an opening 31 along its length, with which the clamping block 16 can have maximum grip on objects 20, wherein it can be achieved that a portion of the object 20 is pressed in the opening 31, as is the case in the example shown in Figure 7b.

In short: the composition of the above-described ancillary shoring device 100 is determined by, the requirements as to use and manufacturing. Of course, more or less requirements and standards can be determining in respect of the embodiment of the present invention .

Once again, it should be mentioned explicitly that other embodiments than depicted in the Figures, based on the principles of the invention, are related to the present invention.

Figures 8 and 9 will be explained in the following description. For the purpose of supporting the ancillary shoring device 100 on a foundation, various possibilities are feasible within the framework of the invention. In this respect, Figures 8 and 9 show an alternative for the triangular construction with the posts 1. In this alternative, a single rod 6 with two supporting points 2 is provided, which rod 6 extends in the horizontal direction when the ancillary shoring device 100 is applied on a horizontally oriented foundation. A supporting leg 4 extends from this rod 6, substantially perpendicular to the rod 6. At a free end of the supporting leg 4, a rotatably arranged wheel 32 is located.

A construction 33 is arranged on the rod 6 with the two supporting points 2 for receiving the open tubular section 9 and fixing the open tubular section 9 with respect to the rod 6, which in its turn serves for receiving the adjustable tube 10. In this embodiment, the open tubular section 9 is longer than in the embodiment as descri-bed earlier, because it extends from the rod 6 with the two supporting points 2. The construction 33 for receiving and fixing the open tubular section 9 can comprise two metal plates 34, for example, which are each provided with holes, wherein bolts and nuts 35 can be used to fix an end portion of the open tubular section 9 between the metal plates 34.

If so desired, for example, during transport or storage, the open tubular section 9 can be turned away until it touches the wheel 32, so that a compact whole is obtained. In the process, for example, as many bolts and nuts 35 are released as necessary for creating a situation in which only a single bolt and nut 35 is fixed, and in which the open tubular section 9 is rotated about the bolt 35 in question. Of course, the open tubular section 9 can also be completely detached from the supporting construction.

Preferably, at the location of the supporting points 2, the supporting construction is provided with rubber anti-slip caps 3 having a convex surface for establishing contact with a foundation, so that the supporting construction can have a good grip on the foundation, and can also be easily tiltable with respect to the foundation, without loosing the grip. Also, the anti-slip caps 3 prevent that the foundation may get damaged.

Due to the application of a wheel 32 for defining a supporting point of the supporting leg 4, a number of advantageous effects are obtained. In the first place, the presence of the wheel 32 enables displacement of the ancillary shoring device 100 with minimum effort during use, wherein a user only needs to tilt the ancillary shoring device 100 somewhat with respect to the wheel 32, wherein the other supporting points 2, 3 loose contact to the foundation, and a desired displacement can be achieved by rolling the wheel in a desired direction over the foundation. In the second place, the wheel 32 contributes to a large extent to the stability of the ancillary shoring ^■ device 100 when it is put aside, wherein there is practically hardly any risk that the ancillary shoring device 100 falls over. The wheel 32 serves as stabilizer, because it absorbs energy on the basis of its elastic properties when the ancillary shoring device 100 tilts and touches the foundation through the wheel 32. A user can establish a displacement of the ancillary shoring device 100 by tilting the ancillary shoring device 100 from a stable position in which three supporting points 2, 3, 32 contact the ground, and subsequently letting go of the ancillary shoring device 100. The wheel 32 looses contact to the foundation and falls back thereon again, wherein the ancillary shoring device 100 displaces along a distance with a dampened shock, as it were. Thus, due to the presence of the wheel 32, the ancillary shoring device 100 can easily be displaced, and stands very stable.

In Figure 9, the ergonomic handle 11 of the ancillary shoring device 100 can be seen, and an indexing bolt 36 is also shown, which serves for securing the adjustable tube 10 at defined positions, so that an unintended loosening of the tube 10 when it is extended far with respect to the open tubular section 9 can not occur.

Figure 10 will be explained in the following description.

In Figure 10, among other things, a portion of a post 1 and a portion of the supporting leg 4 are shown in side view. Furthermore, a supporting plate 37 and a tube section 38 which is mounted to the supporting plate 37 are shown. At the lowest level, the supporting plate 37 has a portion 39 on which a plate, a door, or another object 20 to be fixed with the ancillary shoring device 100 can be placed. A compression spring 40 is received in the tube section 38, which is guided over a rod 41. A securing of the tube section 38 to the guide rod 41 is indicated by means of reference numeral 42.

When an object 20 is placed on a portion 39 of the supporting plate 37 destined therefore, the supporting plate 37 is pressed downwardly with respect to the tube section 38 as a result thereof, until contact to the foundation is made. At that moment, it is achieved that the ancillary shoring device 100 performs its fixating function in an utmost stable position, also under the influence of the weight of the object 20 acting on the supporting plate 37. When the object 20 is removed from the supporting plate 37, the

supporting plate 37 moves upwards again, under the influence of the spring 40, until it has reached its resting position.

The application of a spring 40 is not necessary, and the supporting plate 37 could also be fixedly connected to the supporting construction of the ancillary shoring device 100.

Furthermore, a component like the supporting plate 37 can be used separately with the ancillary shoring device 100, wherein it is provided with a hook-shaped portion which can be placed over the coupling rod 6, for example. The number of supporting

plates/components 37 is at least one, but can also be two, or more. For sake of completeness, it is noted that the supporting

plates/components 37 are positioned at another side of the coupling rod 6 than the side at which the supporting leg 4 extends.

It will be clear to a person skilled in the art that the scope of the invention is not limited to the examples discussed in the foregoing, but that several variations and modifications thereof are possible without deviating from the scope of the invention as defined in the attached claims.

Different components of the ancillary shoring device 100 can be detachably connected to each other, for example, by means of a connection with a screw and a screw hole. This can be advantageous when it is desirable that the ancillary shoring device 100 occupies as less as possible space in an inactive condition.

Where possible in the construction of the ancillary shoring device 100, it is preferred to work with section having a square cross-section in stead of sections having a circular cross-section. For instance, it is preferred that the adjustable tube 10 is quadrangular. When a circular cross-section would be chosen in respect of sections, possibilities for clamping and mutual guidance of these sections should be provided at more positions, and the construction of the ancillary shoring device 100 would be more complex.

The present invention can be summarized as follows. An

independently standing ancillary shoring device 100 is applicable in both construction-related and non-construction-related (setting) activities. The construction of the ancillary shoring device 100 is related to predetermined requirements as to use and manufacturing: low self-weight, high stability, possibility of height setting, possibility of use on hard surfaces or also soft, uneven

foundations, capability of tilting and/or rotating in various directions, possibility of locking, possibility of a leveling device, compact design, notable color scheme. Also, the ancillary shoring device 100 can be fixable, and can be processed by means of conventional techniques, and an ergonomic operation or design is one of the possibilities. In any case, in view thereof, the ancillary shoring device 100 is provided with a supporting construction with at least one supporting point 2, 3, 5, 32 for supporting the ancillary shoring device 100 on a foundation, object receiving means 16, 19 for receiving an object 20 to be fixed, and coupling means 13, 14 for coupling the object receiving means 16, 19 to other components of the ancillary shoring device 100, wherein the coupling means 13, 14 are adapted to allow for an adjustment of the object receiving means 16, 19 with respect to the other components of the ancillary shoring device 100.

The ancillary. shoring device 100 according to the present invention can be composed of various different materials and components, conserved, or not conserved, wherein the movability is dosable. By application of a dosable movability, a movable

construction as well as a rigid construction can be realized, even a compact whole during transport and storage.

By means of application of techniques based on the present invention, the ancillary shoring device 100 can be used in many situations without necessary anchoring to the foundation. When a double level is applied, a semi-construction 20 can be set upright from two sides in one working action.

By means of application of techniques based on the present invention, the ancillary shoring device 100 can be applied in both constructing as in the private sector. It is possible to obtain an efficient complement of labor force, by means of which a better accessibility and passableness on the working spot is created, which is beneficial to the safety.

When the ancillary shoring device 100 according to the present invention is applied, processes can take place with existing conventional machines, tools and fastening techniques, mechanical or non-mechanical, as a result of which new investments in processing machines and/or fastening materials are not necessary.

As a result of the well-considered ergonomics, the ancillary shoring device 100 according to the present invention can be used by both large and small persons, both right-handed and left-handed persons. In this respect, the ancillary shoring device 100 is applicable in respect of activities which are not at the same level (activities on various levels are meant, such as from a excavation to a foundation located 50 cm higher, or from an inclined roof surface to a chimney) , so that it is possible to obtain a better well-being in view of the wide applicability with an ancillary tool.

Application of the ancillary shoring device 100 can allow the need for quantity of ancillary materials to decrease, which results in space saving on the working spot.

By allowing young trainees to get already familiarized with the ancillary shoring device 100 in the existing trainings, it will be possible for the number of independent persons skilled in the art of setting to increase.

Furthermore, in respect of the ancillary shoring device 100, it is true that it does not necessarily need to be anchored to a foundation, contrary to other products.

With reference to Figures 6a and 6b it is noted, that when a section 20 is fixed by means of the object receiving means 16, 19, the supporting construction is displaceable and rotatable in a dosed manner, even on an- uneven foundation. By applying a handle 11, the position of the supporting construction can be adjusted in an easy manner. The chance of the section 20 falling over is at a minimum.

By means of clamping means 13 which are mounted on a fixable tilting construction 12, a rigid or movable construction can be created, combined with a maximum accessibility and/or passableness of objects 20 to be fixed in practical situations, wherein the supporting construction is displaceable by means of the handle 11.

Preferably, the ancillary shoring device 100 according to the present invention is regarded as being a complete concept in which the functions of the various components complement each other and strengthen each other. Extension of the ancillary shoring device 100 is possible in many variations. For instance, the ancillary shoring device 100 can be applied to manually displace planar objects such as plate materials, and also to support them, wherein it is possible to use a separate component with the ancillary shoring device 100, which, in that case, can be added to the coupling rod 6 of the supporting construction, for example.