A freon standing canister support

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of storage and transportation equipment, and specifically discloses a supporting device for freon standing tanks, which comprises a platform, a supporting rod one and a supporting rod two arranged at two ends of the platform, a strip-shaped groove arranged on each of the supporting rod one and the supporting rod two, a gear arranged in each of the strip-shaped grooves, a rack arranged in each of the strip-shaped grooves, a rotating frame arranged between the supporting rod one and the supporting rod two, a rotating shaft arranged at two ends of the rotating frame, the rotating shaft being fixedly connected with the gears in the strip-shaped grooves, annular grooves arranged at upper and lower ends of the rotating frame, a plurality of springs one arranged in each of the annular grooves, an annular block connected with the plurality of springs one, a plurality of clamping claws hingedly connected with the annular block, the upper end of the rotating frame being hingedly connected with the right side, the upper end of the rotating frame being pressingly connected with the left side, a fixing unit arranged on the rotating frame, four supporting legs arranged below the platform, and universal wheels arranged on each of the supporting legs. The device is moved by the universal wheels, leveled by the gears, and clamped by the self-adaptive clamping claws, so that the standing tank is stably clamped and prevented from rolling, and the operation safety of the natural gas plant is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of storage and transportation equipment technology, and specifically to a support device for a Freon vertical tank. Background Technology

[0002] Freon vertical tanks (usually referring to Freon liquid receivers or gas-liquid separators) are critical pressure vessels in refrigeration systems used to store liquid refrigerant and ensure stable system operation. In the natural gas plant sector, these tanks are primarily used in auxiliary refrigeration systems using Freon (or its modern environmentally friendly alternatives such as HFCs) as the refrigerant. Their core functions include: liquid refrigerant storage and buffering: acting as a "reservoir," storing liquid Freon in the cycle and adjusting the liquid supply according to evaporator load changes to ensure a continuous and stable refrigerant supply; gas-liquid separation: acting as a separator before the compressor suction port to ensure that the refrigerant entering the compressor is a pure gas, preventing liquid refrigerant "liquid slugging" from damaging the compressor; system balancing and maintenance convenience: accommodating refrigerant recovered from other parts of the system during shutdown or maintenance, facilitating system maintenance and refrigerant management.

[0003] In processes employing mechanical refrigeration for deep dehydration or heavy hydrocarbon removal from natural gas, the Freon refrigeration system provides cooling to the heat exchanger, lowering the natural gas temperature. In this case, the Freon vertical tank serves as the core equipment for liquid storage and / or gas-liquid separation in this auxiliary refrigeration cycle. In the pre-cooling stage of some small LNG plants or large liquefaction processes, the Freon (or its alternatives) refrigeration cycle may be used as the pre-cooling stage. In such refrigeration subsystems, the vertical tank is responsible for liquid storage and ensuring the safe operation of the compressor.

[0004] These types of gas cylinders are characterized by their large weight, high center of gravity, and easily rolling cylindrical shape. In practical use, these cylinders require frequent handling, temporary securing, and connection to filling equipment. Currently, the common practice is to place the cylinders directly on the ground or on simple wooden / metal supports. Due to the lack of an effective securing structure, the cylinders are easily tipped over by external forces. The impact of tipping may cause the valve to break, leading to Freon leakage or even explosion. Freon is a greenhouse gas, and any leakage will cause ecological damage. Furthermore, the tipping of heavy objects and the leakage of cold air threaten the safety of operators. There is an urgent need for a safe and convenient Freon support device. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a support device for a Freon cylinder to solve the problem that, due to the lack of an effective fixing structure, the valve may break after the cylinder is tilted by external force, leading to Freon leakage or even explosion. In the event of a heavy object tipping over or cold air leakage, the safety of the operator will be threatened.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the basic solution provided by this invention is as follows: a support device for a Freon vertical tank, comprising a platform, with support rod 1 and support rod 2 at both ends of the platform. Support rod 1 and support rod 2 each have a strip-shaped groove, each groove containing a gear and a rack. A rotating frame is provided between support rod 1 and support rod 2, with rotating shafts at both ends of the rotating frame. The two rotating shafts are respectively fixedly connected to the gears in the two strip-shaped grooves. Both the upper and lower ends of the rotating frame have annular grooves, each groove containing several springs. Several annular blocks are connected to the springs, and several claws are hinged to the annular blocks. The upper end of the rotating frame is hinged to the right side of the rotating frame. A pressing component is provided at the upper end of the rotating frame, and a locking component is provided on the left side of the rotating frame. The upper end of the rotating frame and the left side are pressed together. A fixing unit is provided on the rotating frame. Four support legs are provided below the platform, each with a caster wheel.

[0007] The working principle of this invention is as follows: When the device is working, it first moves to a predetermined position via four support legs with universal wheels at the bottom. After the Freon canister is placed on the platform, it is supported by multiple spring-loaded annular blocks placed in the upper and lower annular grooves of the rotating frame. The springs provide buffering and adaptive clamping force. Several claws hinged on the annular blocks automatically retract inward under the action of the springs, adaptively gripping different parts of the canister and flipping the fixing unit. At the same time, the locking and pressing parts on the rotating frame engage to stabilize the Freon canister. Subsequently, the canister begins to rotate using its own weight. During the process, the gear is driven to rotate together. During its rotation, it rotates upward on the rack, raising the entire rotating frame and ensuring that the canister head will not touch the platform when rotating vertically.

[0008] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: the device is easy to move and initially position using outriggers with casters; it utilizes the principle of gears rotating and lifting on a rack to achieve rapid leveling and height adaptation of the platform, ensuring stable placement of the tank; its core rotating frame design allows the tank to rotate using its own weight, while the ring block with spring one and the self-adaptive claws can firmly and flexibly clamp the Freon tank, preventing slippage; the magnet of the stop lever two and the magnetic buckle of the rotating frame can effectively prevent the tank from rolling accidentally during transportation or operation; the design of the entire metal structure frame to prevent the tank from shaking reduces the risk of static sparks caused by friction or displacement, improving operational safety in flammable and explosive natural gas plant environments.

[0009] Option 2, a preferred option of the basic scheme, features a counterweight at the upper end of the rotating frame, and stop bars 3 on both support rod 1 and support rod 2, which abut against the rotating frame. The counterweight assists in the rotation of the upper end of the rotating frame and the entire structure, while the stop bars 3 limit the rotation of the frame, preventing excessive rotation and thus tilting of the tank.

[0010] Option 3, which is a preferred option of Option 2, includes a fixed unit comprising a first stop bar, a second stop bar, and a hinge. The first stop bar is fixedly connected to the rotating frame, and the rotating frame is hinged to the second stop bar. A connecting rod assembly is embedded in the side of the rotating frame that is hinged to the second stop bar, and the connecting rod assembly abuts against the upper end of the rotating frame. A magnet is provided at the end of the second stop bar away from the hinge, and a magnetic buckle is provided at the end of the rotating frame away from the hinge. The magnet and the magnetic buckle are magnetically connected. An iron wire is connected to the annular block at the lower end of the rotating frame, and the other end of the iron wire is fixedly connected to the second stop bar. After the Freon canister is placed in the center, the annular block is embedded. The wire pulls the second stop lever to rotate it, and the magnet at its end is magnetically locked into the magnetic buckle on the rotating frame. Together with the fixed stop lever, they form a barrier to prevent the canister from rolling. As the second stop lever closes, it drives the connecting rod assembly to exert an upward force on the upper end of the rotating frame. The upper end of the rotating frame rotates downward along the hinge using its own weight. Then, the locking part and the pressing part are connected. The upper end of the rotating frame and the counterweight increase the eccentric torque of the rotating frame through gravity, further assisting the rotation method of its own weight. The second stop lever provides rigid limit to the main body of the rotating frame. The dual effect significantly improves the stability of the canister clamping and the anti-tipping ability, effectively preventing accidental shaking or tipping caused by the shift of the center of gravity during operation.

[0011] Option 4, an optimal choice from Option 3, features a groove in the center of the platform containing halogen test paper. The halogen test paper passively absorbs leaked Freon refrigerant and undergoes a color reaction, enabling rapid, visual leak warnings and effectively improving the early detection capability of safety hazards in tank farms.

[0012] Option 5, a preferred embodiment of Option 4, comprises a connecting rod assembly including a wedge block, a second spring, a reset block, and a push rod. The wedge block abuts against the reset block. One end of the second spring is connected to the rotating frame, and the other end is connected to the reset block. The bottom of the push rod is wedge-shaped, and the push rod abuts perpendicularly against the wedge block. The push rod extends through one side of the rotating frame. When the second stop lever closes, it moves the wedge block inward. Simultaneously, the rising slope of the wedge block pushes the push rod upward. As the push rod rises, it pushes the upper end of the rotating frame to rotate along the hinge. Combined with the gravity of the counterweight, the locking and pressing parts connect, ultimately achieving the limiting of the tank. The overall structure is compact and reliable, precisely adapting to the usage requirements of the rotating frame.

[0013] Option 6, a preferred option of Option 5, features a ring on the rotating frame and a hook on the platform, with the hook detachably connected to the ring. This detachable connection provides physical restraint when not in operation, preventing accidental rotation of the rotating frame, while retaining the flexibility for quick separation, thus balancing operational safety and ease of maintenance.

[0014] Option 7, a preferred option of Option 6, features a hinged pull rod on one side of the platform. This pull rod is telescopic. Moving the entire device using the pull rod is less strenuous than manually bending over to push it, making the movement easier and faster.

[0015] Option 8, a preferred version of Option 7, involves applying an antistatic coating to the outriggers, platform, support rod 1, support rod 2, stop rod 1, stop rod 2, and stop rod 3. This antistatic coating forms a continuous conductive path on the surface of all critical metal components, instantly dissipating static charges generated by friction or displacement, completely eliminating the risk of electrostatic discharge igniting flammable gases, and ensuring inherent safety in flammable and explosive environments.

[0016] Option 9, a preferred option of Option 8, features an arc-shaped anti-slip rubber pad on the inner surface of each claw. This arc-shaped anti-slip rubber pad increases the coefficient of contact friction and adaptively presses against the can surface, providing strong anti-slip locking while buffering vibration and impact, effectively preventing the can from sliding within the claw or sustaining surface damage.

[0017] Option 10, a preferred option of Option 9, features an anti-static grounding terminal on one of the legs. This anti-static grounding terminal forms a permanent conductive path by connecting to an external grounding cable, directly conducting the accumulated static charge of the device to the ground, completely blocking the possibility of discharge sparks igniting leaked gas, and achieving intrinsic safety protection. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is an installation schematic diagram of a support device for a Freon vertical tank according to the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of a support device for a Freon vertical tank according to the present invention from another angle.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the platform structure in the support device for a Freon vertical tank according to the present invention;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating frame in the support device of a Freon vertical tank according to the present invention;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotating frame after it is opened in the support device of the Freon vertical tank of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rotating frame in the support device of a Freon vertical tank of the present invention at another angle after it is opened;

[0024] Figure 7 yes Figure 4 An explosion diagram;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the pressing component and the engaging component in the support device of a Freon vertical tank according to the present invention;

[0026] Figure 9This is a schematic diagram of the connecting rod assembly in the support device of a Freon vertical tank according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connection between the annular block, the claw, and the arc-shaped anti-slip rubber pad in the support device of a Freon vertical tank according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The present invention will be further described in detail below through specific embodiments:

[0029] The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings of the instruction manual include: 1. Platform, 2. Support rod one, 3. Support rod two, 4. Strip groove, 5. Gear, 6. Rack, 7. Pressing element, 8. Wedge block, 9. Spring two, 10. Reset block, 11. Top rod, 12. Pull rod, 13. Rotating frame, 14. Rotating shaft, 15. Spring one, 16. Annular block, 17. Claw, 18. Stop lever one, 19. Stop lever two, 20. Hinge, 21. Magnet, 22. Magnetic buckle, 23. Support leg, 24. Caster wheel, 25. Counterweight, 26. Stop lever three, 27. Iron wire, 28. Groove, 29. Halogen test paper, 30. Ring, 31. Hook, 32. Clamping element, 33. Arc-shaped anti-slip rubber pad, 34. Anti-static grounding terminal, 35. Annular groove.

[0030] Example

[0031] The basic implementation examples are as follows: Figure 1 To be continued Figure 10 As shown: A support device for a Freon vertical tank includes a platform 1. The platform 1 has a groove 28 in the center, and a halogen test paper 29 is placed in the groove 28. Support rod 1 2 and support rod 2 3 are provided at both ends of the platform 1. Each support rod 1 2 and support rod 2 3 has a strip groove 4. Each strip groove 4 is provided with a gear 5 and a rack 6. A rotating frame 13 is provided between support rod 1 2 and support rod 2 3. The two ends of the rotating frame 13 are provided with rotating shafts 14. The two rotating shafts 14 are respectively fixedly connected to the gears 5 in the two strip grooves 4.

[0032] Both the upper and lower ends of the rotating frame 13 are provided with annular grooves 35. Each annular groove 35 is provided with several springs 15. Annular blocks 16 are connected to the springs 15. Several claws 17 are hinged to the annular blocks 16. The inner surface of each claw 17 is provided with an arc-shaped anti-slip rubber pad 33. The upper end of the rotating frame 13 is hinged to the right side of the rotating frame 13. A pressing part 7 is provided at the upper end of the rotating frame 13. A locking part 32 is provided on the left side of the rotating frame 13. The upper end of the rotating frame 13 is pressed and locked to the left side. A fixing component is provided on the rotating frame 13.

[0033] The fixing assembly includes a first stop bar 18, a second stop bar 19, and a hinge 20. The first stop bar 18 is fixedly connected to the rotating frame 13. The rotating frame 13 is hinged to the second stop bar 19 via the hinge 20. A wire 27 is connected to the annular block 16 at the lower end of the rotating frame 13. The other end of the wire 27 is fixedly connected to the second stop bar 19. A connecting rod assembly is embedded in the side of the rotating frame 13 that is hinged to the second stop bar 19. The connecting rod assembly abuts against the upper end of the rotating frame 13.

[0034] The linkage assembly includes a wedge block 8, a second spring 9, a reset block 10, and a push rod 11. The wedge block 8 abuts against the reset block 10. One end of the second spring 9 is connected to the rotating frame 13, and the other end is connected to the reset block 10. The bottom of the push rod 11 is wedge-shaped, and the push rod 11 abuts against the wedge block 8 perpendicularly. The push rod 11 moves through one side of the rotating frame 13. The end of the second stop rod 19 away from the hinge 20 is provided with a magnet 21, and the end of the rotating frame 13 away from the hinge 20 is provided with a magnetic buckle 22. The magnet 21 and the magnetic buckle 22 are magnetically connected.

[0035] The upper end of the rotating frame 13 is provided with a counterweight 25. Both support rod 1 2 and support rod 2 3 are provided with a stop bar 3 26, which abuts against the rotating frame 13. The rotating frame 13 is provided with a ring 30, and the platform 1 is provided with a hook 31. The hook 31 is detachably connected to the ring 30. There are four support legs 23 under the platform 1. The support legs 23 are provided with an anti-static grounding terminal 34. Each support leg 23 is provided with a caster wheel 24. A pull rod 12 is hinged to one side of the platform 1.

[0036] The pull rod 12 is a telescopic structure, which can be one of the following: rotary thread telescopic (such as the screw rod of a mechanical jack), multi-section nested telescopic (such as a camera tripod), or snap-lock positioning telescopic (such as an adjustable mop handle). The support leg 23, platform 1, support rod one 2, support rod two 3, stop rod one 18, stop rod two 19, and stop rod three 26 are all coated with an anti-static coating.

[0037] The implementation method of this embodiment is as follows:

[0038] When using the device, first push or pull the lever 12, and move the device to the target work position via the casters 24 at the bottom of the four legs 23.

[0039] First, the Freon can is placed vertically at the bottom of the rotating frame 13. The annular block 16 will sink under the weight of the can. The claws 17 on the annular block 16 hold the can body through leverage. The arc-shaped anti-slip rubber pad 33 is pressed against the can wall to prevent slippage. As the annular block 16 sinks, the wire 27 is pulled downward. At the same time, the wire 27 pulls the stop lever 29 inward. The hinge 20 on the stop lever 29 is pulled inward quickly after being pulled, causing the stop lever 29 to rotate quickly and lock the magnet 21 into the magnetic buckle 22, thus limiting the position of the can.

[0040] While the second stop lever 19 rotates, the wedge block 8 is pushed into the interior of the rotating frame 13. As the wedge block 8 is pushed in, the top rod 11 is lifted by the inclined surface of the raised wedge block 8, applying an upward thrust to the hinge at the upper end of the rotating frame 13, causing the upper end of the rotating frame 13 to rotate along the hinge. The weight of the counterweight 25 is used to lock the pressing part 7 and the locking part 32. Then, the hook 31 and the ring 30 are released. While the rotating frame 13 rotates by its own weight, the counterweight 25 at the upper end provides a gravitational torque, driving the entire rotating frame 13 together with the fixed Freon tank to start rotating around the two rotating shafts 14. Through the cooperation of the gear 5 and the rack 6 on the rotating shaft 14, it rises to a certain height while rotating, preventing the head of the Freon tank from touching the platform 1 after rotation. When the rotating frame 13 drives the tank to rotate 180° completely with the head facing down, the main body of the rotating frame 13 is rigidly stopped and limited by the third stop lever 26 on the two side support rods.

[0041] Throughout the process, the antistatic coating on the surfaces of metal components such as outriggers 23, platform 1, brackets, and stop bars, as well as the antistatic grounding terminal 34, ensure that static charge is safely conducted to the ground, while the halogen test paper 29 in the groove 28 continuously monitors for possible leaks at the can opening.

[0042] After the Freon canister is empty, first disconnect the gas tube from the Freon canister. Then, rotate the rotating frame 13 180° to reset it. After the rotating frame 13 is against the stop lever 26, hang the hook 31 on the upper limit of the ring 30. Then, open the stop lever 19 and press the upper end of the rotating frame 13 to separate the pressing part 7 and the locking part 32, releasing the limit on the Freon canister. At this time, because the weight of the Freon canister is reduced, the spring 15 pushes the ring block 16 upward. The pawl 17, no longer pressed down by gravity, gradually returns to its original position, releasing the canister. Then, take out the empty Freon canister. Finally, put the device back into place in the auxiliary rack storage area after returning it to its original position via the casters.

[0043] The above descriptions are merely embodiments of the present invention, and common knowledge regarding specific structures and characteristics is not elaborated upon here. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the structure of the present invention, and these should also be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention. These modifications and improvements will not affect the effectiveness of the present invention or the practicality of the patent. The scope of protection claimed in this application should be determined by the content of its claims, and the specific embodiments described in the specification can be used to interpret the content of the claims.

Claims

1. A support device for a Freon vertical tank, characterized in that, The system includes a platform (1), with support rod 1 (2) and support rod 2 (3) at both ends. Each support rod 1 (2) and support rod 2 (3) has a slot (4), and each slot (4) contains a gear (5) and a rack (6). A rotating frame (13) is located between support rod 1 (2) and support rod 2 (3). The rotating frame (13) has rotating shafts (14) at both ends, and the two rotating shafts (14) are respectively fixed to the gears (5) in the two slots (4). The rotating frame (13) has annular grooves (35) at both its upper and lower ends. Each of the annular grooves (35) is provided with a number of springs (15), and annular blocks (16) are connected to the springs (15). A number of claws (17) are hinged to the annular blocks (16). The upper end of the rotating frame (13) is hinged to the right side of the rotating frame (13). A pressing member (7) is provided at the upper end of the rotating frame (13). A locking member (32) is provided on the left side of the rotating frame (13). The upper end of the rotating frame (13) is pressed and locked to the left side. A fixing unit is provided on the rotating frame (13). The fixing unit includes a stop bar (18), a stop bar (19), and a hinge (20). A (18) is fixedly connected to a rotating frame (13). The rotating frame (13) is hinged to a second stop (19) via a hinge (20). A connecting rod assembly is embedded on one side of the rotating frame (13) that is hinged to the second stop (19). The connecting rod assembly abuts against the upper end of the rotating frame (13). The connecting rod assembly includes a wedge block (8), a second spring (9), a reset block (10), and a top rod (11). The wedge block (8) abuts against the reset block (10). One end of the second spring (9) is connected to the rotating frame (13), and the other end is connected to the reset block (10). The bottom of the top rod (11) is wedge-shaped. The top rod (11) is wedge-shaped. The wedge blocks (8) are perpendicular to each other, the top rod (11) is movably passed through one side of the rotating frame (13), the end of the second stop rod (19) away from the hinge (20) is provided with a magnet (21), the end of the rotating frame (13) away from the hinge (20) is provided with a magnetic buckle (22), the magnet (21) and the magnetic buckle (22) are magnetically connected, the ring block (16) at the lower end of the rotating frame (13) is connected with an iron wire (27), the other end of the iron wire (27) is fixedly connected to the second stop rod (19), and four support legs (23) are provided below the platform (1), each of the support legs (23) is provided with a universal wheel (24).

2. The support device for a Freon vertical tank according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the rotating frame (13) is provided with a counterweight (25), and both the first support rod (2) and the second support rod (3) are provided with a stop bar (26), which abuts against the rotating frame (13).

3. The support device for a Freon vertical tank according to claim 2, characterized in that, The platform (1) has a groove (28) in the center, and a halogen test paper (29) is placed in the groove (28).

4. The support device for a Freon vertical tank according to claim 3, characterized in that, The rotating frame (13) is provided with a ring (30), and the platform (1) is provided with a hook (31). The hook (31) and the ring (30) are detachably connected.

5. The support device for a Freon vertical tank according to claim 4, characterized in that, A pull rod (12) is hinged to one side of the platform (1), and the pull rod (12) is a telescopic structure.

6. The support device for a Freon vertical tank according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outrigger (23), platform (1), support rod one (2), support rod two (3), stop rod one (18), stop rod two (19) and stop rod three (26) are all coated with an antistatic coating.

7. The support device for a Freon vertical tank according to claim 6, characterized in that, Each of the claws (17) has an arc-shaped anti-slip rubber pad (33) on its inner surface.

8. The support device for a Freon vertical tank according to claim 7, characterized in that, One of the legs (23) is provided with an anti-static grounding terminal (34).

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