Modular, recyclable, and customizable safe walls
AssigneeCardtronics USA, Inc.
InventorsMark Alden Lee, Liam Fraser Mccafferty, Adam Jack Bela Muir
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AssigneeCardtronics USA, Inc.
InventorsMark Alden Lee, Liam Fraser Mccafferty, Adam Jack Bela Muir
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A safe wall includes at least one pre-molded concrete panel with interlocking features designed to engage with adjacent panels. The wall incorporates inner and outer sheet metal plates secured to the concrete panel's surfaces, with reinforcement rods extending through the concrete panel. All fastening mechanisms are accessible only from the interior surface, enabling disassembly while maintaining security. The modular construction allows customization of security levels by selectively modifying reinforcement components without compromising recyclability. The wall construction eliminates traditional welding processes and permanent material bonding, instead utilizing a mechanical assembly approach that enables separation of materials for recycling while meeting CEN EN 1143-1 certification requirements. This design addresses sustainability regulations by allowing complete disassembly of wall components into their respective material classifications at end-of-life, while providing flexibility to upgrade or replace individual elements during service. Furthermore, the wall components can be reused with other safe walls.
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