Tank container

Abstract

The tank container comprises a tank body, a connecting assembly, a first telescopic supporting device and a second telescopic supporting device, the first telescopic supporting device and the second telescopic supporting device are used for driving a side door to be opened and closed, an opening is defined in the tank body, the side door is arranged at the opening, and the first telescopic supporting device is detachably sleeved with a sliding sleeve and provided with a driving rod; one end of the first telescopic supporting device is connected with the connecting assembly, one end of the sliding sleeve is connected with the side door, and the two ends of the second telescopic supporting device are connected with the side door and the connecting assembly respectively. According to the tank container, when one telescopic supporting device loses efficacy and cannot achieve supporting, the other telescopic supporting device can continue to provide supporting for the side door, safety is improved, and when the tank container is used for exhibition, the side face is opened so that the internal structure of the tank body can be displayed conveniently, and personnel can go in and out conveniently; and the side door can still be opened to a certain angle, so that workers can conveniently enter the tank body to maintain and replace the telescopic supporting device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of tank container technology, and more particularly to a tank container and a tank container having the same. Background Technology

[0002] Some tank containers are equipped with side doors, especially those used for exhibitions, which require opening the side doors to showcase the internal structure. Side doors can be opened manually or automatically. To save labor, telescopic support devices such as pneumatic springs, electric push rods, and hydraulic rods are generally chosen. However, using a single telescopic support device has the following drawbacks: 1. When the telescopic support device fails, it cannot support the side door after it has opened, causing it to slam shut, posing a significant safety risk; 2. If the telescopic support device fails after the side door has closed, it cannot be opened, requiring workers to cut open the tank to enter and replace the telescopic support device, which is inconvenient for maintenance and replacement. Therefore, a new technical solution is urgently needed to solve at least one of these technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of the above shortcomings, the purpose of this application is to provide a tank container in which, when one of the telescopic support devices fails and cannot provide support, the other telescopic support device can continue to provide support for the side door, thereby improving safety. When used for exhibition, it is convenient to display the internal structure of the tank. When the side door is closed, if the first telescopic support device fails and locks, a sliding sleeve is provided so that the side door can still be opened to a certain angle, which is convenient for staff to enter the tank to repair and replace the telescopic support device.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives and meet the above-mentioned technical requirements, the technical solution adopted in this application is as follows: A tank container, characterized in that it comprises a tank body, at least one connecting assembly disposed on the inner wall of the tank body, at least one first telescopic support device for driving the opening and closing of a side door, and at least one second telescopic support device. The tank body defines an opening, the side door is disposed at the opening, the side door is hinged to the tank body, the first telescopic support device is detachably fitted with a sliding sleeve, the first telescopic support device has a drive rod, one end of the drive rod is provided with a sliding member, the sliding member is slidably connected to the sliding sleeve, one end of the first telescopic support device is connected to the connecting assembly, one end of the sliding sleeve is connected to the side door, and both ends of the second telescopic support device are respectively connected to the side door and the connecting assembly.

[0005] As a preferred technical solution, the sliding sleeve defines at least one axially extending guide groove, and the sliding member is inserted with a guide member, which is slidably disposed in the guide groove.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution, the connecting assembly includes a first connecting main column, a first connecting side column connected to one side of the first connecting main column, a second connecting side column connected to one side of the first connecting main column, a first connecting frame connected to the first connecting side column, and a second connecting frame connected to one side of the second connecting side column. The first connecting frame is rotatably connected to one end of the first telescopic support device, the second connecting frame is connected to one end of the second telescopic support device, and one end of the piston rod of the second telescopic support device is rotatably connected to the side door.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution, the opening is provided with an openable bottom door, which is located below the side door and is hinged to the tank body.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution, the bottom door is provided with at least one third telescopic support device for driving the bottom door to open and close, and the two ends of the third telescopic support device are respectively connected to the bottom door and the inner wall of the tank.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution, the inner wall of the tank is connected to at least one second connecting body, the outer periphery of the second connecting body is connected to at least one third connecting side post, the second connecting side post is provided with a third connecting frame, one end of the third telescopic support device is connected to the third connecting frame, and the piston rod of the third telescopic support device is connected to the bottom door.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution, the inner side of the side door is connected with a sealing edge in the length direction, and the sealing edge matches the outer side of the bottom door in the length direction.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution, the sliding member has a central insertion hole, one end of the driving rod is disposed in the insertion hole, one end of the driving rod has a first through hole that passes through it radially, the sliding member has a second through hole that passes through it radially, and the guide member is inserted into the first through hole and the second through hole.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, the side door includes an outer door panel and an inner door panel arranged coaxially, with a side cavity provided between the outer door panel and the inner door panel. Multiple side reinforcing arc plates are arranged axially spaced within the side cavity, and the side reinforcing arc plates are respectively connected to the outer door panel and the inner door panel.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution, at least one pull ring is connected to the outer peripheral wall of the side door and the bottom door respectively.

[0014] Compared with traditional technical solutions, the beneficial effects of this application are: 1) When one of the telescopic support devices fails and cannot provide support, the other telescopic support device can continue to provide support for the side door, improving safety. When used for exhibition, it is convenient to display the internal structure of the tank. When the side door is closed, if the first telescopic support device fails and locks, a sliding sleeve is set so that the side door can still be opened to a certain angle, making it convenient for staff to enter the tank to repair and replace the telescopic support device. 2) The guide groove and guide component work together to make the sliding block slide more stably, and also enable the drive rod to drive the sliding sleeve to slide; 3) The connecting components have a simple structure and provide good stability; 4) The bottom door and side door work together to form a double-opening structure, which allows the bottom of the tank to be opened as well, increasing the opening area and making it easier for staff to enter and operate. This is especially suitable for tank containers used for exhibitions. 5) The third telescopic support device can drive the bottom door to open and close without manual operation; 6) The edge sealing prevents the gap between the side door and the bottom door from being exposed when closed, making it more aesthetically pleasing; 7) The guide component can connect the sliding component and the drive rod without the need for additional fasteners; 8) The side door has a hollow structure to reduce the overall weight, and a side reinforcing arc plate is installed to enhance the overall strength; 9) After the first telescopic support device fails and locks, the pull ring makes it easy for staff to open the side door. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a tank container provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A view from another direction; Figure 3 A perspective sectional view of a tank container provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of a first telescopic support device and a sliding sleeve provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of a slider provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 6 A structural diagram of a first telescopic support device provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 7 This is a structural diagram of a side door provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0016] exist Figures 1-7In the middle, 1. Tank body; 101. Opening; 2. Connecting assembly; 201. First connecting main column; 202. First connecting side column; 203. Second connecting side column; 204. First connecting frame; 205. Second connecting frame; 3. Side door; 301. Outer door panel; 302. Inner door panel; 303. Side cavity; 304. Reinforcing arc plate; 4. First telescopic support device; 401. Drive rod; 4011. First through hole; 5. Second telescopic support device; 6. Sliding sleeve; 601. Guide groove; 7. Sliding element; 701. Insertion hole; 702. Second through hole; 8. Guide element; 9. Bottom door; 10. Third telescopic support device; 11. Second connecting main body; 12. Third connecting side column; 13. Third connecting frame; 14. Sealing edge; 15. Pull ring. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0018] In the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this application, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "top", "bottom", "left", "right", "front", "rear", "inner", "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this application, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0019] Please refer to Figures 1-7An embodiment of this application provides a tank container, including a tank body 1, at least one connecting assembly 2 disposed on the inner wall of the tank body 1, at least one first telescopic support device 4 for driving the opening and closing of a side door 3, and at least one second telescopic support device 5. The tank body 1 defines an opening 101, and the side door 3 is disposed at the opening 101 and is hinged to the tank body 1. The first telescopic support device 4 is detachably fitted with a sliding sleeve 6. The first telescopic support device 4 has a drive rod 401, and one end of the drive rod 401 is provided with a sliding member 7, which is slidably connected to the sliding sleeve 6. One end of the first telescopic support device 4 is connected to the connecting component 2, and one end of the sliding sleeve 6 is connected to the side door 3. The two ends of the second telescopic support device 5 are respectively connected to the side door 3 and the connecting component 2. When one of the telescopic support devices fails and cannot provide support, the other telescopic support device can continue to provide support for the side door 3, thereby improving safety. When used for exhibition, it is convenient to display the internal structure of the tank 1. When the side door 3 is closed, if the first telescopic support device 4 fails and locks, the sliding sleeve 6 is provided so that the side door 3 can still be opened to a certain angle, making it convenient for staff to enter the tank to repair and replace the telescopic support device.

[0020] Specifically, there are two first telescopic support devices 4, which are symmetrically arranged; there are two second telescopic support devices 5, which are symmetrically arranged; there are two corresponding connecting components 2; and the side door 3 is located at the end cap on one or both sides of the tank body 1 along its length.

[0021] like Figures 1-7 As shown, the sliding sleeve 6 defines at least one axially extending guide groove 601, and the sliding member 7 is inserted with a guide member 8. The guide member 8 is slidably disposed in the guide groove 601. The guide groove 601 and the guide member 8 cooperate to make the sliding block slide more stably, and enable the drive rod 401 to drive the sliding sleeve 6 to slide.

[0022] like Figures 1-7As shown, the connecting component 2 includes a first connecting main column 201, a first connecting side column 202 connected to one side of the first connecting main column 201, a second connecting side column 203 connected to one side of the first connecting main column 201, a first connecting frame 204 connected to the first connecting side column 202, and a second connecting frame 205 connected to one side of the second connecting side column 203. The first connecting frame 204 is rotatably connected to one end of the first telescopic support device 4, and the second connecting frame 205 is connected to one end of the second telescopic support device 5. One end of the piston rod of the second telescopic support device 5 is rotatably connected to the side door 3. The connecting component 2 has a simple structure and good support stability. The first connecting main column 201, the first connecting side column 202, and the second connecting side column 203 are cylindrical, square, or square tube-shaped.

[0023] like Figures 1-7 As shown, an openable bottom door 9 is provided at the opening 101. The bottom door 9 is located below the side door 3. The bottom door 9 is hinged to the tank body 1. The bottom door 9 and the side door 3 cooperate to form a split structure, which allows the bottom of the tank body 1 to also be opened, increasing the opening area and making it easier for staff to enter and operate. It is especially suitable for tank containers used for exhibition, making it easy to display the internal structure of the tank body 1.

[0024] like Figures 1-7 As shown, the bottom door 9 is provided with at least one third telescopic support device 10 for driving the bottom door 9 to open and close. The two ends of the third telescopic support device 10 are respectively connected to the bottom door 9 and the inner wall of the tank body 1. The third telescopic support device 10 can drive the bottom door 9 to open and close without manual opening and closing.

[0025] like Figures 1-7 As shown, at least one second connecting body 11 is connected to the inner wall of the tank body 1, and at least one third connecting side post 12 is connected to the outer periphery of the second connecting body 11. The second connecting side post 203 is provided with a third connecting frame 13. One end of the third telescopic support device 10 is connected to the third connecting frame 13, and the piston rod of the third telescopic support device 10 is connected to the bottom door 9. The structure is simple.

[0026] like Figures 1-7 As shown, specifically, there are two third telescopic support devices 10, and two corresponding second connecting bodies 11, third connecting side columns 12, and third connecting frames 13.

[0027] like Figures 1-7 As shown, the first telescopic support device 4 is an electric push rod or a hydraulic rod, the second telescopic support device 5 is a pneumatic spring, and the third telescopic support device 10 is an electric push rod or a hydraulic rod.

[0028] like Figures 1-7As shown, the sliding member 7 has a central insertion hole 701. One end of the driving rod 401 has a first through hole 4011 that passes through it radially. The sliding member 7 has a second through hole 702 that passes through it radially. The guide member 8 is inserted into the first through hole 4011 and the second through hole 702. There are two guide grooves 601, which are arranged opposite each other. One end of the guide member 8 is inserted into one of the guide grooves 601, and the other end of the guide member 8 is inserted into the other guide groove 601. When the side door 3 needs to be opened, the guide member 8 abuts against one end of the guide groove 601, the driving rod 401 extends, and the sliding sleeve 6 extends through the slider and the guide member 8, thereby moving the sliding sleeve 6. When the side door 3 is closed, if the first telescopic support device 4 is locked and the driving rod 401 cannot extend, the staff can still open the side door 3 to a certain angle due to the action of the sliding sleeve 6. The second telescopic support device 5 supports the side door 3, and the staff can enter the tank 1 for maintenance and replacement.

[0029] like Figures 1-7 As shown, specifically, guide component 8 is a fastener such as a bolt or pin.

[0030] like Figures 1-7 As shown, the side door 3 includes an outer door panel 301 and an inner door panel 302 arranged coaxially. A side cavity 303 is provided between the outer door panel 301 and the inner door panel 302. Multiple side reinforcing arc plates 304 are arranged axially at intervals in the side cavity 303. The side reinforcing arc plates 304 are respectively connected to the outer door panel 301 and the inner door panel 302. The side door 3 has a hollow structure to reduce the overall weight, while the side reinforcing arc plates 304 are provided to enhance the overall strength.

[0031] like Figures 1-7 As shown, the inner side of the side door 3 is connected to a sealing edge 14 along its length direction. The sealing edge 14 matches the outer side of the bottom door 9 along its length direction. Specifically, the sealing edge 14 is connected to the inner side of the inner door panel 302 and is Z-shaped.

[0032] like Figures 1-7 As shown, at least one pull ring 15 is connected to the outer peripheral wall of the side door 3 and the bottom door 9 respectively. After the first telescopic support device 4 fails and locks, the pull ring 15 makes it easy for the staff to open the side door 3.

[0033] Any numerical values ​​cited herein include all values ​​ranging from a lower limit to an upper limit, increasing by one unit, with at least two units between any lower and any higher value. For example, if the quantity of a component or the value of a process variable (e.g., temperature, pressure, time, etc.) is described as being from 1 to 90, preferably from 20 to 80, more preferably from 30 to 70, the purpose is to illustrate that values ​​such as 15 to 85, 22 to 68, 43 to 51, 30 to 32 are also explicitly listed in this specification. For values ​​less than 1, a unit is appropriately considered to be 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, etc. These are merely examples intended for explicit expression, and it can be assumed that all possible combinations of values ​​listed between the minimum and maximum values ​​are explicitly described in this specification in a similar manner.

[0034] Unless otherwise stated, all ranges include the endpoints and all numbers between them. The terms "approximately" or "about" used with ranges apply to both endpoints of the range. Thus, "approximately 20 to 30" is intended to cover "approximately 20 to approximately 30," including at least the specified endpoints.

[0035] All articles and references disclosed herein, including patent applications and publications, are incorporated herein by reference for various purposes. The term “consistent essentially of” used to describe a combination should include the identified elements, components, parts, or steps, as well as other elements, components, parts, or steps that do not substantially affect the essential novelty of the combination. The use of the terms “comprising” or “including” to describe combinations of elements, components, parts, or steps herein also contemplates embodiments that are substantially composed of such elements, components, parts, or steps. The use of the term “may” herein is intended to indicate that any described attribute included by “may” is optional.

[0036] Multiple elements, components, parts, or steps can be provided by a single integrated element, component, part, or step. Alternatively, a single integrated element, component, part, or step can be divided into multiple separate elements, components, parts, or steps. The use of "a" or "an" to describe an element, component, part, or step does not imply the exclusion of other elements, components, parts, or steps.

[0037] It should be understood that the above description is for illustrative purposes and not for limitation. Many embodiments and applications beyond the provided examples will be apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the above description. Therefore, the scope of this teaching should not be determined by reference to the above description, but rather by reference to the appended claims and the full scope of their equivalents. For purposes of completeness, all articles and references, including patent applications and publications, are incorporated herein by reference. The omission of any aspect of the subject matter disclosed herein in the preceding claims is not intended as a waiver of that subject matter, nor should it be construed as an indication that the inventors have not considered that subject matter as part of the disclosed subject matter.

Claims

1. A tank container, characterized in that, The device includes a tank body, at least one connecting assembly disposed on the inner wall of the tank body, at least one first telescopic support device for driving the opening and closing of a side door, and at least one second telescopic support device. The tank body defines an opening, and the side door is disposed at the opening and hinged to the tank body. The first telescopic support device is detachably fitted with a sliding sleeve. The first telescopic support device has a drive rod, one end of which is provided with a sliding member. The sliding member is slidably connected to the sliding sleeve. One end of the first telescopic support device is connected to the connecting assembly, one end of the sliding sleeve is connected to the side door, and both ends of the second telescopic support device are connected to the side door and the connecting assembly, respectively.

2. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sliding sleeve defines at least one axially extending guide groove, and the sliding member is inserted with a guide member, which is slidably disposed in the guide groove.

3. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting assembly includes a first connecting main column, a first connecting side column connected to one side of the first connecting main column, a second connecting side column connected to one side of the first connecting main column, a first connecting frame connected to the first connecting side column, and a second connecting frame connected to one side of the second connecting side column. The first connecting frame is rotatably connected to one end of the first telescopic support device, the second connecting frame is connected to one end of the second telescopic support device, and one end of the piston rod of the second telescopic support device is rotatably connected to the side door.

4. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The opening is provided with an openable bottom door, which is located below the side door and is hinged to the tank body.

5. The tank container according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom door is provided with at least one third telescopic support device for driving the bottom door to open and close, and the two ends of the third telescopic support device are respectively connected to the bottom door and the inner wall of the tank.

6. The tank container according to claim 5, characterized in that, The inner wall of the tank is connected to at least one second connecting body, and the outer periphery of the second connecting body is connected to at least one third connecting side post. The second connecting side post is provided with a third connecting frame. One end of the third telescopic support device is connected to the third connecting frame, and the piston rod of the third telescopic support device is connected to the bottom door.

7. The tank container according to claim 4, characterized in that, The side door is connected to the inner side along its length direction with a sealing edge, which matches the outer side along the length direction of the bottom door.

8. The tank container according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sliding member has a central insertion hole, one end of the driving rod is disposed in the insertion hole, one end of the driving rod has a first through hole that passes through it radially, the sliding member has a second through hole that passes through it radially, and the guide member is inserted into the first through hole and the second through hole.

9. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side door includes an outer door panel and an inner door panel arranged coaxially. A side cavity is provided between the outer door panel and the inner door panel. Multiple side reinforcing arc plates are arranged axially in the side cavity, and the side reinforcing arc plates are respectively connected to the outer door panel and the inner door panel.

10. The tank container according to claim 4, characterized in that, The outer perimeter walls of the side door and the bottom door are each connected to at least one pull ring.

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