Calibration device and method for integrated construction facade of external wall heat preservation structure
By using a combination device of aluminum alloy template calibration plate and insulation board calibration plate in the integrated construction of exterior wall insulation structure, combined with calibration mechanism and gear, the problem of poor connection between anchor and aluminum plate structure is solved, and the precise splicing of insulation board and Efficient construction reduces construction costs and subsequent repair costs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411630358.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-15
- Publication Date
- 2025-02-11
AI Technical Summary
During the construction of the main structure of the existing integrated facade calibration system, the anchors cannot form an effective connection with the aluminum plate structure, resulting in large joints between the thermal insulation boards, affecting the quality of the facade forming and construction cost.
The integrated construction elevation calibration device of the exterior wall insulation structure consisting of an aluminum alloy template calibration plate, a first insulation board calibration plate and a second insulation board calibration plate are adopted to match the aluminum alloy template calibration plate and insulation plate through calibration mechanism and calibration gear. The calibration plate is adjusted to achieve precise splicing construction of composite insulation boards.
This method can improve the accuracy and efficiency of composite insulation board assembly construction, reduce subsequent facade adjustment and repair costs, reduce construction costs, and ensure excellent facade forming quality.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field related to building construction, and in particular to a device and method for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure. Background Art
[0002] As construction moves towards a green, energy-saving, low-cost and high-quality development stage, the improvement of the integrated facade calibration technology of the thermal insulation structure represents the latest development direction of the energy-saving construction technology of the building exterior wall. Under the current trend, the integrated technology of the exterior wall thermal insulation structure has been widely promoted and used;
[0003] However, during the main structure construction of the existing integrated facade calibration system of the insulation structure, its anchors cannot form an effective connection with the aluminum plate structure, which leads to the problem of large joints between the insulation boards. As a result, the insulation boards are prone to poor facade molding quality, leakage and runaway of the insulation boards during the later construction process. After the quality problems occur, the subsequent secondary repair costs of the joints between the boards are high, which leads to an increase in construction costs. To this end, the present invention proposes a facade calibration device and method for integrated construction of an exterior wall insulation structure to solve the above problems. Summary of the invention
[0004] The object of the present invention is to provide a device and method for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure, so as to solve the problems raised in the above-mentioned background technology.
[0005] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a device for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure, comprising:
[0006] An aluminum alloy template calibration plate, wherein the aluminum alloy template calibration plate is arranged close to the aluminum alloy template, and a first calibration groove is formed on the aluminum alloy template calibration plate;
[0007] A first insulation board calibration plate, wherein the first insulation board calibration plate is arranged close to the first composite insulation board, and a second calibration groove and a third calibration groove are formed on the first insulation board calibration plate;
[0008] A second insulation board calibration plate, wherein the second insulation board calibration plate is arranged close to the second composite insulation board, and a fourth calibration groove and a fifth calibration groove are provided on the second insulation board calibration plate;
[0009] The first insulation plate calibration plate and the aluminum alloy template calibration plate are adjusted by a first calibration mechanism;
[0010] The second insulation plate calibration plate and the aluminum alloy template calibration plate are adjusted by a second calibration mechanism;
[0011] The first insulation plate calibration plate and the second insulation plate calibration plate are adjusted by a third calibration mechanism;
[0012] Anchor holes are provided on the first insulation board calibration plate and the second insulation board calibration plate. The first insulation board calibration plate and the second insulation board calibration plate are respectively positioned and connected with the first composite insulation board and the second composite insulation board through calibration steel anchors.
[0013] Preferably, the first calibration mechanism includes a first calibrator and a second calibrator, the first calibrator is movably arranged at the position of the first calibration groove, the second calibrator is movably arranged at the position of the second calibration groove, and calibration adjustment is performed between the first calibrator and the second calibrator through a calibration gear, and the calibration gear is limited by a calibration stop block after the adjustment is completed.
[0014] Preferably, the second insulation board calibration plate is symmetrically arranged with the first insulation board calibration plate, and the second calibration mechanism is connected in the same manner as the first calibration mechanism, and the third calibration mechanism includes a third calibrator and a fourth calibrator, and the third calibrator and the fourth calibrator are respectively arranged at the positions of the third calibration groove and the fourth calibration groove, and the transmission method between the third calibrator and the fourth calibrator is the same as the transmission method between the first calibrator and the second calibrator.
[0015] Preferably, the first calibrator and the second calibrator are both rectangular block structures, and the facing side walls of the first calibrator and the second calibrator are both formed with transmission teeth, and the calibration gears are matched with the transmission teeth on the first calibrator and the second calibrator.
[0016] Preferably, the cross-section of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate is L-shaped, and a threaded hole is opened on the rear side of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate. The threaded holes are symmetrically arranged in a group, and an adjusting screw is screwed into the threaded hole. The root of the adjusting screw is integrally formed with a support plate and an adjusting nut, and the support plate is arranged in contact with the aluminum alloy template.
[0017] Preferably, both ends of the calibration block are integrally formed with latch teeth, and when the calibration block is actually installed, the latch teeth are meshed with the transmission teeth on the first calibrator and the second calibrator.
[0018] Preferably, the cross-section of the first calibration groove is convex-shaped, and a rotating shaft is integrally formed on the back of the first calibrator, and a guide wheel is rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft, and the guide wheel is slidably set in the first calibration groove, and the installation method of the second calibrator, the third calibrator, and the fourth calibrator is the same as that of the first calibrator.
[0019] Preferably, a lifting rod is integrally formed on the calibration gear, and an anti-slip protrusion is integrally formed on the side wall of the lifting rod.
[0020] Preferably, a center hole is provided on the lifting rod, and a magnet core is embedded in the center hole. The side walls of the first calibrator, the second calibrator, the third calibrator and the fourth calibrator are all integrally formed with baffles on the lower side. The baffles, lifting rod and calibration gear are all cast from ferromagnetic materials, and when the calibration gear is actually installed, the calibration gear is placed on the baffle.
[0021] A method for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure construction, the method for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure construction is implemented by the above-mentioned device for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure construction, and the method comprises:
[0022] S1. Complete the line drawing work of the whole layer according to the edge line of the external template to ensure that the whole facade is consistent with the axis of the drawing and reduce the subsequent calibration amount;
[0023] S2, aluminum alloy formwork assembly, use through-wall bolts to reinforce the overall facade to ensure overall stability;
[0024] S3. A set of calibration plates are set at the joints of the aluminum alloy formwork, the first composite insulation board, and the second composite insulation board. The calibration plates are firmly fixed to the aluminum alloy formwork, the first composite insulation board, and the second composite insulation board, and the calibration steel anchor bolts are fully inserted into the insulation board;
[0025] S4. Insert the calibrator into the calibration groove along the surface of the calibration plate. Place the calibration gear after the two calibrators are close to each other. The calibration gear is embedded in the middle of the two calibrators. Use the calibration wrench to calibrate (first adjust the vertical surface between the insulation boards to be flat, and then adjust the vertical surface between the insulation board and the aluminum alloy template to be flat);
[0026] S5. After the calibration is completed and meets the requirements, use the calibration block to perform temporary calibration and fixation to avoid the flatness of the facade being disturbed when the vertical components are poured with concrete, which will affect the calibration effect;
[0027] S6. After pouring is completed, the vertical components will be demolded after meeting the demolding conditions, and then the integrated flatness of the insulation structure formed on the facade and the gaps between the panels will be rechecked.
[0028] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:
[0029] By setting up an integrated construction facade calibration device for an exterior wall insulation structure composed of an aluminum alloy template calibration plate, a first insulation board calibration plate and a second insulation board calibration plate, and adjusting the positions of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate, the first insulation board calibration plate and the second insulation board calibration plate through a calibration mechanism and a calibration gear, it is convenient to carry out precise splicing construction of composite insulation boards. This method has strong operability and simple construction, and can safely, economically and efficiently meet the needs of composite insulation board assembly construction. It utilizes existing aluminum alloy templates, combined with a facade calibration device, to achieve efficient completion of the integrated facade calibration of the exterior wall insulation structure, thereby reducing subsequent facade adjustment and repair costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0030] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention;
[0031] Figure 2 This is a practical effect diagram of the present invention;
[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure enlargement in the middle;
[0033] Figure 4 A top view of the structure of the present invention;
[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first insulation board calibration board of the present invention;
[0035] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the adjusting screw and the supporting plate of the present invention;
[0036] Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first calibrator of the present invention;
[0037] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the calibration gear structure of the present invention;
[0038] Fig. 9 This is a schematic diagram of the calibration block structure of the present invention.
[0039] In the figure: aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1, first insulation plate calibration plate 2, second insulation plate calibration plate 3, calibration gear 4, calibration steel anchor 5, calibration block 7, aluminum alloy template 8, adjusting screw 11, support plate 12, adjusting nut 13, first calibrator 31, second calibrator 32, third calibrator 33, fourth calibrator 34, transmission tooth 35, first calibration groove 61, second calibration groove 62, third calibration groove 63, fourth calibration groove 64, anchor hole 65, first composite insulation board 91, first composite insulation board 91, second composite insulation board 92. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0040] In order to make the purpose and technical solution of the present invention clearly and completely described, and the advantages more clearly understood, the embodiments of the present invention are further described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all of the embodiments, and are only used to explain the embodiments of the present invention, and are not used to limit the embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0041] See also Figure 1-9 The present invention provides the following three preferred embodiments:
[0042] Embodiment 1, a facade calibration device for integrated construction of an exterior wall insulation structure, comprising an aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1, a first insulation plate calibration plate 2, and a second insulation plate calibration plate 3, the aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1 is arranged against the aluminum alloy template 8, and a first calibration groove 61 is provided on the aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1, the first insulation plate calibration plate 2 is arranged against the first composite insulation plate 91, and a second calibration groove 62 and a third calibration groove 63 are provided on the first insulation plate calibration plate 2, the second insulation plate calibration plate 3 is arranged against the second composite insulation plate 92, and a fourth calibration groove 63 is provided on the second insulation plate calibration plate 3 Groove 64 and the fifth calibration groove, the first insulation board calibration plate 2 and the aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1 are adjusted by the first calibration mechanism, the second insulation board calibration plate 3 and the aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1 are adjusted by the second calibration mechanism, the first insulation board calibration plate 2 and the second insulation board calibration plate 3 are adjusted by the third calibration mechanism, the first insulation board calibration plate 2 and the second insulation board calibration plate 3 are both provided with anchor holes 65, the first insulation board calibration plate 2 and the second insulation board calibration plate 3 are respectively positioned and connected with the first composite insulation board 91 and the second composite insulation board 92 through calibration steel anchors 5.
[0043] The first calibration mechanism includes a first calibrator 31 and a second calibrator 32. The first calibrator 31 is movably arranged at the position of the first calibration groove 61, and the second calibrator 32 is movably arranged at the position of the second calibration groove 62. The first calibrator 31 and the second calibrator 32 are calibrated and adjusted through the calibration gear 4, and the calibration gear 4 is limited by the calibration block 7 after the adjustment is completed. The second insulation board calibration plate 3 and the first insulation board calibration plate 2 are symmetrically arranged, and the second calibration mechanism is connected in the same manner as the first calibration mechanism. The third calibration mechanism includes a third calibrator 33 and a fourth calibrator 34. The third calibrator 33 and the fourth calibrator 34 are respectively arranged at the positions of the third calibration groove 63 and the fourth calibration groove 64, and the transmission method between the third calibrator 33 and the fourth calibrator 34 is the same as the transmission method between the first calibrator 31 and the second calibrator 32.
[0044] The first calibrator 31 and the second calibrator 32 are both rectangular block structures, and the facing side walls of the first calibrator 31 and the second calibrator 32 are both formed with transmission teeth 35, and the calibration gear 4 and the transmission teeth 35 on the first calibrator 31 and the second calibrator 32 are all matched with each other. By setting an integrated construction facade calibration device of an exterior wall insulation structure composed of an aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1, a first insulation board calibration plate 2 and a second insulation board calibration plate 3, and adjusting the position of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1, the first insulation board calibration plate 2 and the second insulation board calibration plate 3 through the calibration mechanism and the calibration gear 4, it is convenient to carry out precise splicing construction of the composite insulation board. The method has strong operability and simple construction, and can meet the requirements of composite insulation board assembly construction safely, economically and efficiently. It utilizes the existing aluminum alloy template and combines the facade calibration device to realize the efficient completion of the integrated facade calibration of the exterior wall insulation structure, thereby reducing the subsequent facade adjustment and repair costs.
[0045] Embodiment 2, on the basis of embodiment 1, the cross-section of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1 is L-shaped, and a threaded hole is opened on the rear side of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate 1, a group of threaded holes are symmetrically arranged, and an adjusting screw 11 is screwed into the threaded hole, and a support plate 12 and an adjusting nut 13 are integrally formed at the root of the adjusting screw 11, and the support plate 12 is arranged in contact with the aluminum alloy template 8, which is convenient for adjustment by the adjusting screw 11 to improve the versatility of the device.
[0046] Both ends of the calibration block 7 are integrally formed with latch teeth, and when the calibration block 7 is actually installed, the latch teeth are meshed with the transmission teeth 35 on the first calibrator 31 and the second calibrator 32, so as to facilitate the pre-limiting of the first calibrator 31 and the second calibrator 32 by the calibration block 7.
[0047] The cross-section of the first calibration groove 61 is convex-shaped, and a rotating shaft 36 is integrally formed on the back of the first calibrator 31. A guide wheel 37 is rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft 36, and the guide wheel 37 is slidably set in the first calibration groove 61. The installation method of the second calibrator 32, the third calibrator 33, and the fourth calibrator 34 is the same as that of the first calibrator 31, thereby improving the flexibility of the calibrator during movement.
[0048] A lifting rod 41 is integrally formed on the calibration gear 4 , and an anti-slip protrusion 42 is integrally formed on the side wall of the lifting rod 41 , so as to facilitate taking the calibration gear 4 out of the gap.
[0049] A center hole is provided on the lifting rod 41, and a magnetic core 43 is embedded in the center hole. The side walls of the first calibrator 31, the second calibrator 32, the third calibrator 33, and the fourth calibrator 34 are all integrally formed with a baffle 38 on the lower side. The baffle 38, the lifting rod 41, and the calibration gear 4 are all cast from ferromagnetic materials. When the calibration gear 4 is actually installed, the calibration gear 4 is placed on the baffle 38. The magnetic core 43 is provided to reduce the risk of losing the calibration gear 4.
[0050] Embodiment 3, based on Embodiment 2, a method for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure construction is provided. The method for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure construction is implemented by the above-mentioned device for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure construction, and the method comprises:
[0051] S1. Complete the line drawing work of the whole layer according to the edge line of the external template to ensure that the whole facade is consistent with the axis of the drawing and reduce the subsequent calibration amount;
[0052] S2, aluminum alloy formwork 8 is assembled, and the overall facade is reinforced with through-wall bolts to ensure overall stability;
[0053] S3, a set of calibration plates are set at the joint position of the aluminum alloy template 8, the first composite insulation board 91, and the second composite insulation board 92, the calibration plates are firmly fixed to the aluminum alloy template 8, the first composite insulation board 91, and the second composite insulation board 92, and the calibration steel anchor bolts 5 are fully inserted into the insulation board;
[0054] S4. Insert the calibrator into the calibration groove along the surface of the calibration plate. Place the calibration gear 4 after the two calibrators are close to each other. The calibration gear 4 is embedded between the two calibrators. Use the calibration wrench to calibrate (first adjust the vertical surface between the insulation plates to be flat, and then adjust the vertical surface between the insulation plates and the aluminum alloy template 8 to be flat);
[0055] S5. After the calibration is completed and meets the requirements, the calibration block 7 is used for temporary calibration and fixing to prevent the flatness of the facade from being disturbed when the vertical components are poured with concrete, which affects the calibration effect;
[0056] S6. After pouring is completed, the vertical components will be demolded after meeting the demolding conditions, and then the integrated flatness of the insulation structure formed on the facade and the gaps between the panels will be rechecked.
[0057] Although the above describes the illustrative specific implementation methods of the present application so that technicians in this technical field can understand the present application, the present application is not limited to the scope of the specific implementation methods. For ordinary technicians in this technical field, as long as various changes are within the spirit and scope of the present application defined and determined by the attached claims, all application creations using the concept of the present application are protected.
Claims
1. A device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall insulation structure, characterized in that: include: An aluminum alloy template calibration plate (1), the aluminum alloy template calibration plate (1) being arranged against the aluminum alloy template (8), and a first calibration groove (61) being provided on the aluminum alloy template calibration plate (1); A first thermal insulation board calibration plate (2), wherein the first thermal insulation board calibration plate (2) is arranged close to the first composite thermal insulation board (91), and a second calibration groove (62) and a third calibration groove (63) are provided on the first thermal insulation board calibration plate (2); A second thermal insulation board calibration plate (3), wherein the second thermal insulation board calibration plate (3) is arranged close to the second composite thermal insulation board (92), and a fourth calibration groove (64) and a fifth calibration groove are formed on the second thermal insulation board calibration plate (3); The first insulation plate calibration plate (2) and the aluminum alloy template calibration plate (1) are adjusted by a first calibration mechanism; The second insulation plate calibration plate (3) and the aluminum alloy template calibration plate (1) are adjusted by a second calibration mechanism; The first insulation board calibration plate (2) and the second insulation board calibration plate (3) are adjusted by a third calibration mechanism; Anchor holes (65) are provided on the first insulation board calibration plate (2) and the second insulation board calibration plate (3); the first insulation board calibration plate (2) and the second insulation board calibration plate (3) are respectively positioned and connected to the first composite insulation board (91) and the second composite insulation board (92) through calibration steel anchor bolts (5).
2. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first calibration mechanism comprises a first calibrator (31) and a second calibrator (32); the first calibrator (31) is movably arranged at the position of the first calibration groove (61); the second calibrator (32) is movably arranged at the position of the second calibration groove (62); the first calibrator (31) and the second calibrator (32) are calibrated and adjusted via a calibration gear (4); and the calibration gear (4) is limited by a calibration stopper (7) after adjustment is completed.
3. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second insulation board calibration plate (3) is symmetrically arranged with the first insulation board calibration plate (2), and the second calibration mechanism is connected in the same manner as the first calibration mechanism. The third calibration mechanism comprises a third calibrator (33) and a fourth calibrator (34). The third calibrator (33) and the fourth calibrator (34) are respectively arranged at the positions of the third calibration groove (63) and the fourth calibration groove (64), and the transmission method between the third calibrator (33) and the fourth calibrator (34) is the same as the transmission method between the first calibrator (31) and the second calibrator (32).
4. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first calibrator (31) and the second calibrator (32) are both rectangular block structures, and the facing side walls of the first calibrator (31) and the second calibrator (32) are both formed with transmission teeth (35), and the calibration gear (4) and the transmission teeth (35) on the first calibrator (31) and the second calibrator (32) are both arranged to match each other.
5. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cross section of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate (1) is L-shaped, and a threaded hole is provided on the rear side of the aluminum alloy template calibration plate (1). The threaded holes are symmetrically arranged in a group, and an adjusting screw (11) is screwed into the threaded hole. The root of the adjusting screw (11) is integrally formed with a support plate (12) and an adjusting nut (13), and the support plate (12) is arranged to be close to the aluminum alloy template (8).
6. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: Both ends of the calibration block (7) are integrally formed with latch teeth, and when the calibration block (7) is actually installed, the latch teeth are meshed with the transmission teeth (35) on the first calibration instrument (31) and the second calibration instrument (32).
7. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cross section of the first calibration groove (61) is convex-shaped, and a rotating shaft (36) is integrally formed on the back of the first calibration instrument (31). A guide wheel (37) is rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft (36), and the guide wheel (37) is slidably arranged in the first calibration groove (61). The installation methods of the second calibration instrument (32), the third calibration instrument (33), and the fourth calibration instrument (34) are all the same as the installation method of the first calibration instrument (31).
8. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: A lifting rod (41) is integrally formed on the calibration gear (4), and an anti-slip protrusion (42) is integrally formed on the side wall of the lifting rod (41).
9. The device for calibrating the integrated construction facade of an exterior wall thermal insulation structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The lifting rod (41) is provided with a center hole, in which a magnetic core (43) is embedded. The side walls of the first calibrator (31), the second calibrator (32), the third calibrator (33), and the fourth calibrator (34) are all integrally formed with a baffle (38) on the lower side. The baffle (38), the lifting rod (41), and the calibration gear (4) are all cast from ferromagnetic materials. When the calibration gear (4) is actually installed, the calibration gear (4) is placed on the baffle (38).
10. A method for calibrating the facade of an integrated exterior wall insulation structure, characterized in that: The exterior wall thermal insulation structure integrated construction facade calibration method is implemented by any one of the exterior wall thermal insulation structure integrated construction facade calibration devices of claims 3-9, and the method comprises: S1. Complete the line drawing work of the whole layer according to the edge line of the external template to ensure that the whole facade is consistent with the axis of the drawing and reduce the subsequent calibration amount; S2, assembling the aluminum alloy formwork (8), using through-wall bolts to reinforce the entire facade to ensure overall stability; S3. A set of calibration plates are arranged at the joint position of the aluminum alloy template (8), the first composite insulation board (91), and the second composite insulation board (92). The calibration plates are firmly fixed to the aluminum alloy template (8), the first composite insulation board (91), and the second composite insulation board (92), and the calibration steel anchor bolts (5) are fully inserted into the insulation board; S4. Insert the calibrator into the calibration groove along the surface of the calibration plate. Place the calibration gear (4) after the two calibrators are close to each other. The calibration gear (4) is embedded in the middle of the two calibrators. Use a calibration wrench to calibrate (first adjust the vertical surface between the insulation plates to be flat, and then adjust the vertical surface between the insulation plates and the aluminum alloy template (8) to be flat); S5. After the calibration is completed and meets the requirements, a calibration block (7) is used for temporary calibration and fixation to prevent the flatness of the facade from being disturbed when the vertical components are poured with concrete, thereby affecting the calibration effect; S6. After pouring is completed, the vertical components will be demolded after meeting the demolding conditions, and then the integrated flatness of the insulation structure formed on the facade and the gaps between the panels will be rechecked.