Method for edge joining flat panels has profiled grooves in the adjoining edges gripped by an elastic profile with at least one grip section which cannot be released by external force

摘要

A method for joining flat panels, e.g. flooring panels, has the adjoining edge of the panels with profiled grooves. An elastic linking profile strip (8) is clipped between the grooves and has at least one flange (10) which grips behind a retaining profile (12) to secure the strip against external forces. The strip grips the two grooves and prevents lateral and vertical displacement. The elastic profile can be unclipped by a tilt and pull action on one of the panels.