A multifunctional foldable aerial work platform and its working method

By designing a foldable aerial work platform, the problems of complex construction, inconvenient transportation, and safety hazards of traditional platforms are solved. It achieves flexible height adjustment and convenient disassembly, adapts to multiple working conditions, reduces costs, and improves safety and standardization.

CN119914165BActive Publication Date: 2025-10-28PETROCHINA CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202311435971.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-10-31
Publication Date
2025-10-28
Estimated Expiration
2043-10-31

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Technical Problem

Traditional aerial work platforms are complex to set up, require professional personnel, have inconvenient parts transportation, cannot be standardized in height, are costly, and pose safety hazards, thus failing to meet the requirements for standardized well site construction.

Method used

A multifunctional foldable aerial work platform was designed, including a frame support and an adjustable platform. The adjustable platform is connected by pins, and combined with a telescopic ladder and fixing components, it can achieve flexible adjustment of the platform height and convenient disassembly. The accessories are designed as an integrated unit.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible adjustment of platform height, simplifies the construction process, reduces costs, improves safety, facilitates transportation and maintenance, adapts to different working conditions and scenarios, and meets the needs of standardized well site construction.

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Abstract

This invention belongs to the field of aerial work platform equipment, and relates to a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform and its working method. It includes a frame support body for supporting adjustable platforms and a telescopic ladder. The frame support body is equipped with several adjustable platforms that can be adjusted along the axial direction of the frame support body to adapt to different working height requirements. The frame support body is provided with fixing components for securing the adjustable platforms. When the adjustable platform is adjusted to the appropriate height and rotated to a horizontal position, the fixing components secure the platform to the frame support body. The adjustable platform is movably connected to the telescopic ladder, which can be erected on the lower adjustable platform to ensure its stability. The height of this multifunctional foldable aerial work platform can be finely adjusted according to the actual site conditions, eliminating the need for specialized personnel to set it up. This invention is not limited by working conditions or scenarios; the top work surface height is adjustable, disassembly and transportation are convenient, and safety is high.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of auxiliary equipment for dynamic monitoring of oil and gas wells and equipment for aerial work, and relates to a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform and its working method. Background Technology

[0002] As an indispensable auxiliary tool in dynamic monitoring on-site construction, the aerial work platform has the following problems in actual use: 1. Traditional scaffolding is complex to erect, requires professionally certified personnel, and lacks suitable access routes (ladders). Accessories are inconvenient to transport, easily lost, or damaged, making on-site erection impossible. 2. Due to the influence of the height of the well's production tree and pipeline layout, the fixed work platforms used for operations at each well cannot achieve a uniform height and structure. 3. Manufacturing suitable platforms for each well individually would be a large undertaking with high costs, and the fixed platform facilities at the well site become obstacles to other types of operations. 4. It does not meet the requirements for standardized well site construction. 5. Each testing team's own platform has varying degrees of safety hazards. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this invention is to provide a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform and its working method. This invention is not limited by the working conditions and scenarios, the height of the top work surface is adjustable, disassembly and transportation are convenient, and safety is high.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention employs the following technical solution:

[0005] This invention discloses a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, including a frame support body, a plurality of adjustable platforms that can be adjusted along the axial direction of the frame support body, a fixing component that can fix the adjustable platforms on the frame support body, and a telescopic ladder that can be movably connected to the adjustable platforms. The telescopic ladder can be erected on the adjustable platforms below.

[0006] Furthermore, the fixing component includes a support rod with several pin holes, and the adjustment platform has pin holes corresponding to the support rod. The support rod and the adjustment platform are connected by pins.

[0007] Furthermore, the adjustment platform is connected to the frame support body via pins, and the frame support body has several pin holes.

[0008] Furthermore, the frame supports and support rods are arranged in parallel.

[0009] Furthermore, both the frame support and the support rods are arranged perpendicular to the adjustment platform.

[0010] Furthermore, the frame support is equipped with several height adjustment brackets, each with several pin holes, and the height adjustment brackets are connected to the adjustment platform via pins.

[0011] Furthermore, the frame support is equipped with several support platforms, and height adjustment frames are arranged on the support platforms.

[0012] Furthermore, several tension ropes are installed on the frame support.

[0013] Furthermore, the telescopic ladder is equipped with guardrails.

[0014] Based on the above structure, the present invention also discloses a working method for a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, comprising the following steps:

[0015] When setting up the elevated work platform, adjust the adjustment platform along the axial direction of the frame support to the appropriate height, rotate the adjustment platform to the horizontal, and fix the adjustment platform to the frame support through the fixing parts. Rotate the telescopic ladder and adjust the length of the telescopic ladder, and set up the telescopic ladder on the lower adjustment platform. The bottom adjustment platform is set up on the ground.

[0016] When storing the aerial work platform, remove the fixing parts and rotate and adjust the platform until it fits snugly against the frame support.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] This invention relates to a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, comprising a frame support body that supports an adjustable platform and a telescopic ladder. The frame support body has several adjustable platforms that can be adjusted axially to accommodate different working height requirements. The frame support body is equipped with fixing components to secure the adjustable platforms. Once the platform is adjusted to the appropriate height and rotated to a horizontal position, it is fixed to the frame support body by the fixing components. The telescopic ladder is movably connected to the adjustable platform, allowing it to be erected on the lower adjustable platform to ensure its stability. This multifunctional foldable aerial work platform allows for precise height adjustment based on actual site conditions. It requires no specialized personnel for assembly and no repeated disassembly. During use, the platform and ladder are unfolded according to the site conditions. For transport, it can be folded for easy transport. All components are integrated into a single unit, eliminating loose parts, resulting in low manufacturing costs and improved maintenance. This invention is not limited by working conditions or scenarios. The top work platform height is adjustable, disassembly and transportation are convenient, and safety is high.

[0019] The method of this invention involves adjusting the platforms along the axial direction of the frame support to an appropriate height when setting up the aerial work platform, adapting to different working height requirements. The platforms are then rotated to a horizontal position and secured to the frame support using fixing components to ensure stability during aerial work. The telescopic ladder is rotated and its length adjusted, and then placed on the lower adjustment platform, with the bottom platform resting on the ground. When storing the aerial work platform, the fixing components are removed, and the adjustment platforms are rotated until they fit snugly against the frame support. This invention is not limited by working conditions or scenarios, the top work surface height is adjustable, disassembly and transportation are convenient, and safety is high. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a side view of the aerial work platform of the present invention after it has been unfolded.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a rear view of the aerial work platform of the present invention after it has been unfolded.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the aerial work platform of the present invention equipped with a towing rope;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the folding process of the aerial work platform of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of the aerial work platform of the present invention.

[0025] The components include: 1. Frame support; 1-1. Support platform; 1-2. Height adjustment frame; 1-3. Pull rope; 1-4. Support rod; 2. Adjustment platform; 3. Telescopic ladder; 3-1. Guardrail. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this invention are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of the invention described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0028] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0029] See Figure 1 This invention discloses a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, including a frame support 1 that supports adjustable platforms 2 and a telescopic ladder 3. The frame support 1 has several adjustable platforms 2 that can be adjusted axially along the frame support 1 to accommodate different working height requirements. The frame support 1 is equipped with fixing components to secure the adjustable platforms 2. When the adjustable platform 2 is adjusted to an appropriate height and rotated to a horizontal position, it is fixed to the frame support 1 by the fixing components. The adjustable platform 2 is movably connected to the telescopic ladder 3, which can be erected on the adjustable platform 2 below to ensure its stability. This multifunctional foldable aerial work platform allows for precise height adjustment according to actual site conditions. It requires no dedicated personnel for assembly and no repeated disassembly. During use, the platform and ladder are unfolded according to the site conditions. It can be folded for easy transport during well transfer. All components are integrated into a single design, eliminating loose parts, resulting in low manufacturing costs and facilitating future maintenance. This invention integrates various functions into a multifunctional, foldable, and height-adjustable aerial work platform. It meets the functionality, safety, and ease of use requirements of aerial work platforms during dynamic monitoring and cable testing, improving work efficiency and standardizing aerial work operations. The invention is not limited by operating conditions or scenarios; the top work surface is height-adjustable; disassembly and transportation are convenient; and safety is high.

[0030] See Figure 1In another feasible embodiment of the present invention, the following modifications are made as needed. It includes a frame support 1, on which a plurality of adjustable platforms 2 are movably mounted. The frame support 1 is provided with fixing components capable of securing the adjustable platforms 2. The adjustable platforms 2 are movably connected to a telescopic ladder 3, which can be erected on the lower adjustable platforms 2. The frame support 1 supports the adjustable platforms 2 and the telescopic ladder 3, ensuring overall stability. The ability of the adjustable platforms 2 to be adjusted axially along the frame support 1 ensures that the device is suitable for different working height requirements.

[0031] In use, adjust platform 2 to a suitable height along the axial direction of frame support 1, then rotate platform 2 to horizontal. Secure platform 2 to frame support 1 using fixing components. Rotate telescopic ladder 3 and adjust its length to achieve a suitable tilt angle for easy access. Erect telescopic ladder 3 on the lower platform 2, with the bottom platform 2 resting on the ground. To store the elevated work platform, remove the fixing components and rotate platform 2 until it is flush against frame support 1.

[0032] Preferably, the frame support 1 is a hollow frame, and the adjustment platform 2 can be stored inside the frame support 1.

[0033] Example 1:

[0034] See Figure 1 This embodiment discloses a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, including a frame support 1, a plurality of adjustable platforms 2 are movably arranged on the frame support 1, and a fixing component is provided on the frame support 1 to fix the adjustable platforms 2. The adjustable platforms 2 are movably connected to a telescopic ladder 3, and the telescopic ladder 3 can be erected on the adjustable platforms 2 below.

[0035] The fixing component includes a support rod 1-4, which has several pin holes. The adjusting platform 2 has pin holes corresponding to the support rod 1-4. The support rod 1-4 and the adjusting platform 2 are connected by pins.

[0036] Preferably, the support rods 1-4 can be integrally set with the frame support 1, or they can be set separately next to the frame support 1.

[0037] The adjustment platform 2 is connected to the frame support 1 via pins, and the frame support 1 has several pin holes. After the adjustment platform 2 is adjusted to an appropriate height, it is connected to the frame support 1 via pins. The multiple pin holes allow for adjustments to different heights of the adjustment platform 2.

[0038] The frame support 1 and support rods 1-4 are arranged in parallel.

[0039] The frame support 1 and support rods 1-4 are all arranged perpendicularly to the adjustment platform 2.

[0040] The frame support 1 is provided with several height adjustment frames 1-2, and several pin holes are opened on the height adjustment frames 1-2. The height adjustment frames 1-2 are connected to the adjustment platform 2 by pins.

[0041] The frame support 1 is provided with several support platforms 1-1, and height adjustment frames 1-2 are arranged on the support platforms 1-1.

[0042] See Figure 3 Several tension ropes 1-3 are installed on the frame support 1.

[0043] The support platforms 1-1 are arranged at equal intervals.

[0044] Example 2:

[0045] See Figure 1 This embodiment discloses a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, including a frame support 1, a plurality of adjustable platforms 2 are movably arranged on the frame support 1, and a fixing component is provided on the frame support 1 to fix the adjustable platforms 2. The adjustable platforms 2 are movably connected to a telescopic ladder 3, and the telescopic ladder 3 can be erected on the adjustable platforms 2 below.

[0046] The telescopic ladder 3 is equipped with a guardrail 3-1, which enhances the safety of the device.

[0047] Example 3:

[0048] See Figure 1 This embodiment discloses a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, including a frame support 1, which serves as the main support and can be completely stored inside the frame support 1 after the platform and ladder are folded up. The frame support 1 also provides a height adjustment function at one end of a three-level platform. The height adjustment function is realized by connecting one end of the three-level platform through a mechanical structure. It can be adjusted at one level or at multiple levels simultaneously, achieving a large and precise range of platform height adjustment. An adjustable platform 2 is connected to the frame at one end and to a telescopic ladder 3 at the other end. The frame support 1, the adjustable platform 2, and the telescopic ladder 3 are all connected by axle pins. The adjustable platform 2 can be rotated upwards by 90° in sequence, and the telescopic ladder 3 can be rotated downwards to fold and be stored inside the frame support 1. The lower part of the legs of the telescopic ladder 3 can be used to raise the platform through a built-in extension structure. Guardrails 3-1 can be installed on the adjustable platform 2 and the telescopic ladder 3. The guardrails 3-1 can be installed on site according to the actual site conditions after the platform is unfolded.

[0049] Based on the above structure, this invention discloses a working method for a multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, comprising the following steps:

[0050] When setting up the elevated work platform, adjust the adjustable platforms 2 to the appropriate height along the frame support 1, rotate the adjustable platforms 2 to a horizontal position, and fix the adjustable platforms 2 to the frame support 1 using fixing components. Rotate the telescopic ladder 3 and adjust its length, then set up the telescopic ladder 3 on the lower adjustable platforms 2, with the lowest adjustable platform 2 placed on the ground; see [reference] Figure 1 This is a side view of the aerial work platform of the present invention after it has been unfolded. Figure 2 This is a rear view of the aerial work platform of the present invention after it has been unfolded. Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the folding process of the aerial work platform of the present invention;

[0051] When storing the aerial work platform, remove the fixing parts and rotate and adjust platform 2 until it fits snugly against the frame support 1. See [link / reference]. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of the aerial work platform of the present invention.

[0052] See Figure 1 In another feasible embodiment of the present invention, the following modifications are made as needed. When setting up the elevated work platform, the adjustable platforms 2 are adjusted to appropriate heights along the axial direction of the frame support 1 to accommodate different work height requirements. The adjustable platforms 2 are rotated to a horizontal position and fixed to the frame support 1 using fixing components to ensure stability during elevated work. The telescopic ladder 3 is rotated and its length adjusted, and then placed on the lower adjustable platforms 2, with the lowest adjustable platform 2 resting on the ground. When storing the elevated work platform, the fixing components are removed, and the adjustable platforms 2 are rotated until they fit snugly against the frame support 1, facilitating storage and transport, and simplifying operation. The present invention is not limited by working conditions or scenarios; the height of the top work surface is adjustable; disassembly and transport are convenient; and safety is high.

[0053] The above content is only for illustrating the technical concept of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention. Any modifications made to the technical solution based on the technical concept proposed in this invention shall fall within the scope of protection of the claims of this invention.

Claims

1. A multifunctional foldable aerial work platform, characterized in that, Includes a frame support (1), on which are provided several adjustment platforms (2) that can be adjusted along the axial direction of the frame support (1), and on which are provided fixed components that can fix the adjustment platforms (2), the adjustment platforms (2) are movably connected to the telescopic ladder (3), and the telescopic ladder (3) can be erected on the adjustment platform (2) below. The fixing component includes a support rod (1-4), which has a plurality of pin holes. The adjusting platform (2) has pin holes corresponding to the support rod (1-4). The support rod (1-4) and the adjusting platform (2) are connected by pins. The adjustment platform (2) is connected to the frame support (1) by pins, and the frame support (1) has several pin holes. The frame support (1) is provided with several height adjustment frames (1-2), and several pin holes are opened on the height adjustment frames (1-2). The height adjustment frames (1-2) are connected to the adjustment platform (2) by pins.

2. The multifunctional foldable aerial work platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The frame support (1) and support rods (1-4) are arranged in parallel.

3. The multifunctional foldable aerial work platform as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The frame support (1) and support rods (1-4) are both arranged perpendicularly to the adjustment platform (2).

4. The multifunctional foldable aerial work platform as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The frame support (1) is provided with several support platforms (1-1), and height adjustment frames (1-2) are arranged on the support platforms (1-1).

5. A multifunctional foldable aerial work platform as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The frame support (1) is provided with several pull ropes (1-3).

6. A multifunctional foldable aerial work platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The telescopic ladder (3) is equipped with a guardrail (3-1).

7. A method for operating the multifunctional foldable aerial work platform as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: When setting up the elevated work platform, adjust the adjustment platform (2) to the appropriate height along the axial direction of the frame support (1), rotate the adjustment platform (2) to the horizontal, fix the adjustment platform (2) on the frame support (1) through the fixing parts, rotate the telescopic ladder (3) and adjust the length of the telescopic ladder (3), and set the telescopic ladder (3) on the lower adjustment platform (2), with the lowest adjustment platform (2) set on the ground; When storing the aerial work platform, remove the fixed parts and rotate the adjustment platform (2) until the adjustment platform (2) fits against the frame support (1).

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