Stokehole automatic molten iron transfer device

By designing an automatic molten iron transfer device in front of the furnace, and utilizing the coordinated operation of the ladle car and lifting components, the problem of high equipment idle rate was solved, and efficient and safe molten iron transfer was achieved, improving the overall efficiency and safety of the production line.

CN121669905APending Publication Date: 2026-03-17TAIGU MINGSHENG FOUNDRY CO LTD
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CN · China
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Filing Date
2026-01-14
Publication Date
2026-03-17

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Technical Problem

In existing molten iron transfer technology, when one crane is used to operate sequentially for one ladle of molten iron, the equipment idle rate is high, resulting in low transfer efficiency and affecting the rhythm and output of the production line.

Method used

Design an automatic molten iron transfer device in front of the furnace, including a ladle car, outbound and return paths, a buffer station and a lifting assembly. The ladle car moves along the path, the buffer station prepares empty molten iron ladles, and the lifting assembly realizes the automatic hoisting and transfer of molten iron ladles, reducing waiting time and manual intervention.

Benefits of technology

It reduced equipment idle rate, improved molten iron transfer efficiency, ensured stable operation of production line, reduced safety risks, and improved the safety and accuracy of transfer.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of casting metallurgy, and discloses a stokehole automatic molten iron transfer device which comprises a buggy ladle, a first hoisting station, a smelting station, a buffering station and a first hoisting assembly. The going path is from the smelting furnace station to the first hoisting station; the return path is from the first hoisting station to the smelting furnace station; the buggy ladle moves along the going path and the returning path; the buffer station is located on the return path, and the buffer station is provided with a vacant ladle; the first hoisting assembly is used for placing the empty ladle in the buggy ladle. The buggy ladle can move from the smelting furnace station to the first hoisting station along the go path, and returns to the smelting furnace station along the return path after completing the transfer operation of the full-load ladle; and meanwhile, the buffer station is located on the return path and is provided with a vacant ladle, and the vacant ladle can be placed in the buggy ladle through the first hoisting assembly. And after the buggy ladle returns, the empty ladle can be quickly loaded to execute the transfer task again, so that the vacancy rate of equipment is effectively reduced.
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TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of foundry metallurgy, and particularly relates to a front-furnace automatic molten iron transfer device. BACKGROUND

[0002] With the continuous development of industrial production, the requirement for molten iron transfer is also higher and higher, and the efficiency and safety of molten iron transfer directly affect the rhythm and output of the entire production line. On the production line, a large amount of molten iron needs to be transferred between different stations every day, and if the transfer efficiency is low, the production will be stagnant, and the economic benefit of the enterprise will be reduced.

[0003] In the existing molten iron transfer technology, a crane is usually used to correspond to one molten iron ladle, and a sequential operation mode is used between multiple stations. This mode mainly depends on the lifting operation of the crane and the cooperation of the ground transportation equipment. After the crane lifts the molten iron ladle, it is moved to the designated position, and then the molten iron ladle is lowered. The ground transportation equipment is used to transport the molten iron ladle from one station to another station. However, in the sequential operation process of using one crane to correspond to one molten iron ladle, when the molten iron is discharged from the converter or the electric furnace, the empty molten iron ladle needs to be positioned, and after the molten iron is discharged, the full molten iron ladle needs to be transferred to the casting station, and the converter needs to wait for the next empty molten iron ladle, which leads to high idle rate of equipment and reduces the efficiency of molten iron transfer. SUMMARY

[0004] Therefore, the present application provides a front-furnace automatic molten iron transfer device to solve the problem of high idle rate of equipment in the sequential operation process of using one crane to correspond to one molten iron ladle.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present application provides a front-furnace automatic molten iron transfer device, which comprises: a ladle car; a departure path from a furnace station to a first lifting station; a return path from the first lifting station to the furnace station; the ladle car moves along the departure path and the return path; a buffer station on the return path, the buffer station has an empty molten iron ladle; a first lifting assembly for placing the empty molten iron ladle in the ladle car.

[0006] Beneficial effects: the ladle car can move along the outbound path from the furnace station to the first lifting station, complete the transfer operation of the full ladle, and then return to the furnace station along the return path; at the same time, the buffer station is located on the return path and has a vacant ladle, and the first lifting assembly can place the vacant ladle in the ladle car. In this way, the vacant ladle does not need to be transferred from other remote positions to the furnace station, and the ladle car can quickly load the vacant ladle after returning to perform the transfer task again, effectively reducing the idle rate of the equipment and improving the efficiency of molten iron transfer; in addition, manual intervention is reduced, the safety risk in the molten iron transfer process is reduced, and the stable operation of the production line is ensured.

[0007] In an alternative embodiment, the first lifting assembly comprises: a first support; a first driving member mounted on the first support; a first lifting hook connected with the first driving member and used for hooking the vacant ladle; the first driving member can drive the first lifting hook to change the height.

[0008] Beneficial effects: the first support provides a stable installation foundation for the entire lifting assembly, ensuring the stability of the lifting operation; the first driving member drives the first lifting hook to lift and lower, which can realize the lifting and placement of the vacant ladle, improve the efficiency of loading the vacant ladle into the ladle car, avoid safety hazards such as unstable placement of the ladle caused by loading deviation, and ensure the safety of the transfer process.

[0009] In an alternative embodiment, the first lifting assembly further comprises: a first track fixedly mounted on the first support, and at least part of the first track segment is located directly above the buffer station; a first moving member connected with the first track and capable of moving along the first track, and the first driving member is mounted on the first moving member.

[0010] Beneficial effects: through the movement of the first moving member along the first track, the first driving member and the first lifting hook can be adjusted in position, so that the first lifting hook can move to the corresponding position of the vacant ladle on the buffer station for hooking, which expands the operation range of the first lifting assembly, improves the hooking flexibility of the vacant ladle, further improves the loading efficiency of the vacant ladle, and ensures the smoothness of the subsequent transfer operation.

[0011] In an alternative embodiment, a second track is further included, the extension path of the second track coincides with the outbound path and the return path, the ladle car is located on the second track, and the ladle car moves along the second track.

[0012] Beneficial effects: the extension path of the second track coincides with the away path and the return path, and the ladle vehicle is located on the second track and moves along it. The second track provides guidance for the movement of the ladle vehicle, avoids deviation of the ladle vehicle during movement, ensures that the ladle vehicle can stably move along the set away path and return path, and improves the stability and accuracy of the movement of the ladle vehicle. At the same time, the track type movement reduces the frictional resistance in the movement process of the ladle vehicle, reduces the equipment wear and tear, prolongs the service life of the equipment, and also improves the movement efficiency of the ladle vehicle, further ensuring the overall efficiency of the molten iron transfer.

[0013] In an alternative embodiment, the ladle vehicle comprises: a vehicle body; wheels rotatably connected to the vehicle body; a second driving member mounted on the vehicle body and connected to the wheels, the second driving member being capable of driving the wheels to rotate; a support saddle fixedly mounted on the top of the vehicle body, and the support saddle being used for inserting the ladle; a guard plate fixedly connected to the vehicle body, and the guard plate being provided with a flow guide groove.

[0014] Beneficial effects: the second driving member drives the wheels to rotate, realizing automatic movement of the ladle vehicle without the need for manual pushing, improving the movement efficiency and reducing the risk of manual operation; the support saddle is used for inserting the ladle, which can stably limit the ladle, avoiding shaking and tilting of the ladle during transfer, and ensuring the safety of the molten iron transfer; the guard plate can block the molten iron that may splash during transfer, and the flow guide groove can guide the splashed molten iron, avoiding random flow of the molten iron to cause equipment damage or safety accidents, further improving the safety of the entire transfer device.

[0015] In an alternative embodiment, a second lifting assembly is further included, and the second lifting assembly comprises: a second support; a third track mounted on the second support, the third track extending from the first lifting station to the casting and smelting station; a second moving member connected to the third track and capable of moving along the third track; a third driving member mounted on the second moving member; a second hook connected to the third driving member and used for hooking the ladle; the third driving member being capable of changing the height of the second hook.

[0016] Beneficial effects: the second lifting assembly can hook the ladle containing molten iron at the first lifting station, and then move to the casting station along the third track through the second moving piece, realizing the automatic transfer of the ladle from the first lifting station to the casting station, without the need for additional transfer equipment, simplifying the transfer process; at the same time, the third driving piece drives the second hook to lift, which can complete the hooking and placing of the ladle, improving the accuracy and efficiency of the transfer of the ladle between the two stations, further improving the automatic process of the molten iron transfer, and improving the rhythm of the entire production line.

[0017] In an alternative embodiment, the second lifting assembly further comprises: The fourth track is fixedly connected with the second support, and at least part of the fourth track segment is located above the second lifting station. The third moving piece is connected with the fourth track and can move along the fourth track, and the third track is fixedly connected to the third moving piece. At least part of the first track segment is located at the second lifting station.

[0018] Beneficial effects: by moving the third moving piece along the fourth track, the third track can be adjusted in position, so that the second lifting assembly can cover the second lifting station, and in combination with the first track segment located at the second lifting station, the second lifting assembly can replace the empty ladle with the first lifting assembly, and the second lifting assembly returns to the first lifting station, realizing the coordinated operation of the first lifting assembly and the second lifting assembly at the second lifting station; flexible transfer scheduling of the ladle between different stations can be realized, the operation range of the second lifting assembly is expanded, the operation flexibility and adaptability of the entire transfer device are improved, and the diversified transfer needs of the production line can be better adapted, further improving the transfer efficiency.

[0019] In an alternative embodiment, the ladle has: The body has an open accommodating cavity; The first trunnion is fixed to the outer sidewall of the body; The second trunnion is fixed to the outer sidewall of the body and is symmetrically arranged with the first trunnion; The support frame is connected with the first trunnion and the second trunnion, respectively.

[0020] Beneficial effects: The first trunnion and the second trunnion arranged symmetrically provide stable stress points for hooking of the ladle, and the support frame is connected with the first trunnion and the second trunnion respectively, and the support frame is used for hooking with the first hook or the second hook. Since the body has two symmetrically arranged stress points, the ladle can keep balance during hoisting, and tilting of the ladle during hooking is avoided to prevent molten iron from overflowing. The support frame is connected with the two trunnions, which further improves the structural stability of the ladle, enhances the carrying capacity of the ladle during transfer, reduces the risk of damage and leakage of the ladle due to unstable structure, and ensures the safety of molten iron transfer.

[0021] In an alternative embodiment, the ladle further comprises a fourth driving member mounted on the first support frame and connected with the second trunnion, and the fourth driving member can drive the body to overturn.

[0022] Beneficial effects: The fourth driving member drives the ladle body to overturn, which can realize automatic pouring of molten iron without manual operation of overturning the ladle, thereby reducing labor intensity and operation risk. Meanwhile, the driving member drives the overturning mode can control the overturning angle and the overturning speed, and the molten iron pouring amount and the pouring speed can be adjusted according to the requirements of subsequent processes, thereby improving the accuracy and stability of molten iron pouring, ensuring the product quality of subsequent processes, and further improving the automation degree and operation efficiency of the entire production line. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments or prior art of the present application, the drawings needed in the specific embodiments or prior art description will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are some embodiments of the present application, and other drawings can also be obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor.

[0024] Figure 1 A structural schematic view of a furnace front automatic molten iron transfer device provided by the embodiment of the present application; Figure 2 A structural schematic view of a furnace front automatic molten iron transfer device provided by the embodiment of the present application; Figure 3 A sectional view of a furnace front automatic molten iron transfer device provided by the embodiment of the present application; Figure 4 A structural schematic view of a furnace front automatic molten iron transfer device provided by the embodiment of the present application; Figure 3 A local enlarged schematic view of circle A in the embodiment; Figure 5 A local enlarged schematic view of circle B in the embodiment. Figure 3

[0025] Explanation of reference signs: ​101. Vehicle body; 102. Wheels; 103. Skid plate; 201. Furnace station; 202. First lifting station; 203. Buffer station; 204. Casting station; 205. Second lifting station; 301. First support; 302. First driving component; 303. First hook; 304. First track; 305. First moving component; 401, Second Track; 501. Second support; 502. Third track; 503. Second moving part; 504. Third driving part; 505. Second hook; 506. Fourth track; 507. Third moving part; 601. Body; 602. First trunnion; 603. Second trunnion; 604. Support frame; 605. Fourth driving component; 700. Ground. Detailed Implementation

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

[0027] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this application described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0030] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments are only possible technical implementations of the present invention, but are not limited thereto. Other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art in conjunction with the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are also within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0031] This application mainly adopts steel ladle cars, paths, and lifting components to achieve molten iron transfer in a coordinated manner, which reduces equipment idle rate, improves molten iron transfer efficiency, and ensures stable operation of the production line. The following is a further detailed description of this application.

[0032] The automatic molten iron transfer device provided in the embodiments of this application, such as Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the system includes a ladle car, an outbound path, a return path, a buffer station 203, and a first lifting assembly. The ladle car moves along both the outbound and return paths. The buffer station 203 is located on the return path and contains empty molten iron ladles. The first lifting assembly is used to place the empty molten iron ladles into the ladle car. This eliminates the need to wait for empty molten iron ladles to be transferred from other distant locations to the furnace station 201. After the ladle car returns, it can quickly load empty molten iron ladles to perform the transfer task again, reducing equipment idle time and improving molten iron transfer efficiency. Furthermore, it reduces manual intervention, lowers safety risks during molten iron transfer, and ensures the stable operation of the production line. This is because the ladle car can operate cyclically according to a preset path, and the buffer station 203 is set up with empty molten iron ladles prepared in advance. The first lifting assembly can load them onto the ladle car in a timely manner, avoiding waiting time and the uncertainty of manual operation.

[0033] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the first lifting assembly includes a first support 301, a first drive unit 302, and a first hook 303. The first support 301 is typically welded from high-strength steel and has a frame structure, providing stable support for the entire first lifting assembly. In some special environments, a concrete support structure can be used to enhance its stability and corrosion resistance. The first support 301 is fixed to the ground 700° using anchor bolts or similar methods to ensure it does not sway during lifting operations. The first drive unit 302 can be a winch, which is connected to the first hook 303 via a wire rope. The winch is characterized by its powerful performance and precise control, accurately driving the first hook 303 to change height. Alternatively, a hydraulic drive unit can be used instead of a winch, offering advantages such as smooth operation and high load-bearing capacity. The first hook 303 is generally manufactured using a forging process, and its material is high-strength alloy steel, possessing good toughness and wear resistance. The first hook 303 is manually removed and hooked. The first hook 303 is connected to the wire rope via a connecting ring. The other end of the wire rope is wound inside the winch. The connecting ring is secured with high-strength bolts to ensure reliable connection. The first drive unit 302 is mounted on the first support 301. When the first drive unit 302 is activated, the first hook 303 is raised or lowered by the winding and unwinding of the wire rope, thereby enabling the hoisting and placement of the empty molten iron ladle.

[0034] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the first lifting assembly also includes a first track 304 and a first moving part 305. The first track 304 is typically made of I-beams or channel steel, and its surface is precision-machined to reduce frictional resistance between the first moving part 305 and the track. The first track 304 is fixed to the first bracket 301 by welding or bolting, and at least a portion of the track section is located directly above the buffer station 203. The first moving part 305 can be an electric trolley, which is connected to the first track 304 via rollers and can move along the first track 304. The electric trolley is equipped with a drive motor and a control system, and the forward and backward movement of the trolley is achieved by controlling the forward and reverse rotation of the motor. Alternatively, the first moving part 305 can be driven by a chain drive, which has the advantages of high transmission efficiency and large load-bearing capacity. The first driving component 302 is installed on the first moving component 305. When the first moving component 305 moves along the first track 304, it can drive the first driving component 302 and the first hook 303 to adjust their positions, so that the first hook 303 can move to the corresponding position of the empty molten iron ladle on the buffer station 203 for hooking.

[0035] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, this embodiment also includes a second track 401. The extension path of the second track 401 coincides with both the outbound and return paths. The ladle car is located on the second track 401 and moves along it. The second track 401 is laid with heavy-duty steel rails, which have high strength and wear resistance. The track is fixed to the ground 700 by sleepers and track spikes to ensure track stability. The ladle car is located on the second track 401 and contacts the track through its wheels 102. The second track 401 provides guidance for the movement of the ladle car, preventing it from deviating during movement and ensuring that the ladle car can move stably along the set outbound and return paths. At the same time, the track-based movement method reduces the frictional resistance during the movement of the ladle car, reduces equipment wear, extends equipment service life, and improves the movement efficiency of the ladle car, further ensuring the overall efficiency of molten iron transfer.

[0036] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the ladle car includes a body 101, wheels 102, a second drive unit, a support saddle, and a protective plate 103. The body 101 is typically welded from steel plates, with an internal frame structure to enhance its strength and rigidity. The wheels 102 are rotatably connected to the body 101 via bearings. The wheels 102 are made of high-strength alloy steel, possessing good wear resistance and load-bearing capacity. The second drive unit can be an electric motor, mounted on the body 101 and connected to the wheels 102 via a transmission device. Electric motors are characterized by rapid start-up and convenient speed adjustment, enabling the wheels 102 to rotate and achieving automated movement of the ladle car. Alternatively, an internal combustion engine can be used as the second drive unit, offering advantages such as strong power and long range. The support saddle is fixedly installed on the top of the body 101, its shape adapted to the bottom of the molten iron ladle, used for inserting the ladle, and provides stable positioning for the ladle, preventing it from shaking or tipping over during transport. The guard plate 103 is fixed to the car body 101 by welding or bolting, and the guard plate 103 is provided with a guide groove. The guard plate 103 is generally made of high temperature resistant and high strength alloy material. When molten iron splashes out, the guide groove can guide the molten iron to a specific area to prevent the molten iron from flowing randomly and causing equipment damage or safety accidents.

[0037] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 5As shown, this embodiment also includes a second lifting assembly, which includes a second support 501, a third rail 502, a second moving part 503, a third driving part 504, and a second hook 505. The second support 501 is made of high-strength steel or concrete to provide stable support for the second lifting assembly. The third rail 502 is installed on the second support 501 and extends from the first lifting station 202 to the casting station 204. The third rail 502 is made of I-beams or channel steel. The second moving part 503 can be an electric trolley, which is connected to the third rail 502 and can move along the third rail 502. The electric trolley is driven by a motor. The third driving part 504 can be a winch or a hydraulic drive device, which is installed on the second moving part 503 and connected to the second hook 505 via a wire rope. The second hook 505 has a similar structure and material to the first hook 303 and is used to hook the molten iron ladle. The third drive component 504 can drive the second hook 505 to change its height, realizing the hoisting and placement of the molten iron ladle. The second lifting assembly can hook the molten iron ladle loaded with molten iron at the first lifting station 202, and then move it to the casting station 204 along the third track 502 via the second moving component 503. This realizes the automated transfer of the molten iron ladle from the first lifting station 202 to the casting station 204 without the need for additional transfer equipment, simplifying the transfer process. At the same time, the third drive component 504 drives the second hook 505 to rise and fall, which can complete the hooking and placement of the molten iron ladle, improving the accuracy and efficiency of the transfer of the molten iron ladle between the two stations, further improving the automation process of molten iron transfer, and improving the rhythm of the entire production line.

[0038] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 5As shown, the second lifting assembly also includes a fourth rail 506 and a third moving member 507. The fourth rail 506 is fixedly connected to the second support 501, and at least a portion of the fourth rail 506 is located above the second lifting position 205. The structure and material of the fourth rail 506 are similar to those of the first rail 304. The third moving member 507 is connected to the fourth rail 506 and can move along the fourth rail 506. The third moving member 507 can be an electric trolley or a chain drive device, and a third rail 502 is fixedly connected to it. When the third moving member 507 moves along the fourth rail 506, it can adjust the position of the third rail 502, so that the second lifting assembly can cover the second lifting position 205. By combining the first track 304 section located at the second lifting station 205, the lifting of empty molten iron ladles by the second lifting component can be replaced by the lifting by the first lifting component, while the second lifting component returns to the first lifting station 202. This enables the first and second lifting components to work collaboratively at the second lifting station 205. It allows for flexible transfer and scheduling of molten iron ladles between different stations, expands the operating range of the second lifting component, improves the operational flexibility and adaptability of the entire transfer device, better meets the diverse transfer needs of the production line, and further improves transfer efficiency.

[0039] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the molten iron ladle has a body 601, a first trunnion 602, a second trunnion 603, and a support frame 604. The body 601 is generally cast from heat-resistant steel and has an open receiving cavity for holding molten iron. The first trunnion 602 and the second trunnion 603 are fixed to the outer wall of the body 601 and are arranged symmetrically to each other. The trunnions are made of solid forged steel, and their two ends are rigidly connected to the external reinforcing frame of the body 601 by high-strength bolts to ensure the load-bearing strength during hoisting and tipping. The support frame 604 is connected to the first trunnion 602 and the second trunnion 603 respectively. The support frame 604 can be a steel frame structure for hooking to the first hook 303 or the second hook 505. Because the main body 601 has two symmetrically arranged force-bearing points, the molten iron ladle can maintain balance during hoisting, avoiding tilting during hooking and causing molten iron to overflow; the support frame 604 is connected to two trunnions, which further improves the structural stability of the molten iron ladle, enhances the load-bearing capacity of the molten iron ladle during transportation, reduces the risk of damage and leakage of the molten iron ladle due to structural instability, and ensures the safety of molten iron transportation.

[0040] like Figure 2As shown, in this embodiment, the molten iron ladle also includes a fourth driving component 605, which is mounted on the first support frame 604 and connected to the second trunnion 603. The fourth driving component 605 can be a hydraulically driven device, comprising a driven gear mounted on one end of the trunnion, a driving gear meshing with the driven gear, and a hydraulic motor connected to the driving gear via a universal coupling. By remotely controlling the forward and reverse rotation of the hydraulic motor, the molten iron ladle can be driven to rotate precisely around the trunnion, achieving quantitative iron addition or pouring. An electric driving device can also be used instead of a hydraulically driven device, offering advantages such as precise control and fast response. The fourth driving component 605 can drive the ladle body 601 to rotate, achieving automated pouring of molten iron without manual operation, reducing labor intensity and operational risks. Simultaneously, the rotation method driven by the driving component allows control of the rotation angle and speed, enabling adjustment of the molten iron pouring amount and speed according to the needs of subsequent processes, improving the accuracy and stability of molten iron pouring, ensuring product quality in subsequent processes, and further enhancing the automation and operational efficiency of the entire production line.

[0041] The implementation principle of this embodiment is as follows: This automatic molten iron transfer device in front of the furnace achieves efficient and safe transfer of molten iron through the coordinated operation of its various components. The ladle car operates cyclically according to the preset outbound and return paths. The buffer station 203 prepares empty molten iron ladles in advance, and the first lifting component loads them onto the ladle car, avoiding waiting time and the uncertainty of manual operation. The first and second lifting components, through the cooperation of tracks and moving parts, expand the working range and improve the flexibility and efficiency of lifting operations. The structural design of the molten iron ladle ensures its stability and safety during hoisting and transfer. The fourth drive component 605 realizes the automated pouring of molten iron, improving the accuracy and stability of molten iron pouring. The entire device reduces equipment idle time, reduces manual intervention, lowers safety risks, and ensures the stable operation of the production line, representing a significant improvement and enhancement compared to existing technologies.

[0042] Although embodiments of the invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A ladle front automatic transfer device, characterized by, The application relates to a ladle car, which comprises: a ladle car; a departure path from a furnace station (201) to a first lifting station (202); a return path from the first lifting station (202) to the furnace station (201); the ladle car moves along the departure path and the return path; a buffer station (203) is arranged on the return path, and the buffer station (203) is provided with an empty ladle; a first lifting assembly is arranged on the ladle car and used for placing the empty ladle.

2. The automatic ladle transfer device according to claim 1, wherein The first lifting assembly comprises: a first support (301); a first driving member (302) arranged on the first support (301); a first lifting hook (303) connected with the first driving member (302) and used for hooking the empty ladle; the first driving member (302) can drive the first lifting hook (303) to change the height.

3. The automatic ladle transfer device according to claim 2, wherein The first lifting assembly further comprises: a first track (304) fixedly arranged on the first support (301), and at least part of the first track (304) is arranged above the buffer station (203); a first moving member (305) connected with the first track (304) and capable of moving along the first track (304), and the first driving member (302) is arranged on the first moving member (305).

4. The automatic ladle transfer device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that A second track (401) is further arranged, the extension path of the second track (401) coincides with the departure path and the return path, the ladle car is arranged on the second track (401), and the ladle car moves along the second track (401).

5. The automatic ladle transfer device according to claim 4, wherein The ladle car comprises: a car body (101); a wheel (102) rotationally connected with the car body (101); a second driving member arranged on the car body (101) and connected with the wheel (102), and the second driving member can drive the wheel (102) to rotate; a support saddle fixedly arranged on the top of the car body (101), and the support saddle is used for inserting the ladle; a guard plate (103) fixedly connected with the car body (101), and the guard plate (103) is provided with a flow guide groove.

6. The automatic ladle transfer device according to claim 2 or 5, wherein The second lifting assembly comprises: a second support (501); a third track (502) arranged on the second support (501), and the third track (502) extends from the first lifting station (202) to a casting and smelting station (204); a second moving member (503) connected with the third track (502) and capable of moving along the third track (502); a third driving member (504) arranged on the second moving member (503); a second lifting hook (505) connected with the third driving member (504) and used for hooking the ladle; the third driving member (504) can drive the second lifting hook (505) to change the height.

7. The automatic ladle transfer device according to claim 6, wherein The second lifting assembly further comprises: A fourth track (506) is fixedly connected with the second support (501), and at least a part of the fourth track (506) is located above the second lifting station (205); A third moving part (507) is connected with the fourth track (506) and can move along the fourth track (506), and the third moving part (507) is fixedly connected with the third track (502); At least a part of the first track (304) is located at the second lifting station (205).

8. The automatic ladle transfer device according to claim 7, wherein The ladle has: A body (601) with an open accommodating cavity; A first trunnion (602) fixed to the outer sidewall of the body (601); A second trunnion (603) fixed to the outer sidewall of the body (601) and symmetrically arranged with the first trunnion (602); A support frame (604) connected with the first trunnion (602) and the second trunnion (603) respectively.

9. The automatic ladle transfer device according to claim 8, wherein The ladle further comprises a fourth driving part (605) installed on the first support frame (604) and connected with the second trunnion (603), and the fourth driving part (605) can drive the body (601) to overturn.