A protective frame assembly for an insulation layer and a tank container having the same

Abstract

This application discloses a protective frame assembly for an insulation layer. The insulation layer has a relief groove, and the protective frame assembly is embedded in the relief groove to cover and support the wall opening of the relief groove. The protective frame assembly of this application prevents the outer cladding from bulging, covers the wall of the relief groove to prevent exposure of the wall, and provides support to prevent oxidation and peeling. Another objective of this application discloses a tank container, including a tank body, an insulation layer covering the outer periphery of the tank body, and the aforementioned protective frame assembly. The tank container of this application does not require cutting excessive insulation layers, reducing material waste, improving insulation performance, and eliminating the need to reduce the cylinder volume.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of tank container technology, and more particularly to a protective frame assembly for an insulation layer and a tank container having the same. Background Technology

[0002] Tank containers are ideal transport containers for loading and transporting large quantities of liquids or gases. They are often used to load toxic, harmful, flammable, or corrosive liquids, posing a great danger.

[0003] Some types of tank containers require heating or cooling units installed under the lower beam to maintain the internal temperature of the tank. An insulation layer and ring-shaped PU insulation strips are then applied to the outer perimeter of the tank container to enhance insulation. An outer cladding plate is then installed around the insulation layer. Due to the size differences between the tank and the insulation layer, the heating or cooling unit may interfere with the insulation. Therefore, there are two ways to solve this problem: 1. Large-area cutting of the insulation layer thickness on the side of the tank; 2. Reducing the size of the tank to avoid interference. The first method involves excessive material removal, leading to waste. After installing the outer cladding plate, excessive cutting of the insulation layer can cause cavities in the outer cladding plate, resulting in bulging, a short service life, and reduced insulation performance. The second method reduces the tank volume. Therefore, a new technical solution is urgently needed to solve at least one of these technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings, one objective of this application is to provide a protective frame assembly for the insulation layer to prevent the outer panel from bulging, while also providing shielding protection for the wall of the clearance groove, preventing the wall of the clearance groove from being exposed, and providing support to prevent oxidation and peeling. Another objective of this application is to provide a tank container that does not require cutting too much insulation layer, thereby reducing material waste, improving insulation effect, and eliminating the need to reduce the cylinder volume.

[0005] 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 protective frame assembly for a thermal insulation layer, characterized in that the thermal insulation layer has an avoidance groove, and the protective frame assembly is embedded in the avoidance groove to cover and support the wall of the avoidance groove.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution, the protective frame assembly includes a first blocking member and a second blocking member disposed opposite to each other, and a third blocking member and a fourth blocking member respectively connected to the two ends of the first blocking member and the second blocking member.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution, the first and second blocking members are L-shaped or Z-shaped.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution, the third and fourth blocking components are arc-shaped plates.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution, the third shielding member is connected to a first pressure plate on the side opposite to the fourth shielding member, and the fourth shielding member is provided with a second pressure plate on the side opposite to the third shielding member.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution, a third pressure plate and a fourth pressure plate are provided between the first shielding member and the second shielding member, and the third pressure plate and the fourth pressure plate are respectively connected to the third shielding member and the fourth shielding member.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution, the first shielding member and the second shielding member are each provided with at least one support member for supporting the insulation layer.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, the first blocking member and the second blocking member are respectively provided with limiting members.

[0013] This application also provides a tank container, including a tank body, an insulation layer covering the outer periphery of the tank body, and the protective frame assembly.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, a first connector and a second connector are provided on the outer periphery of the tank body, and the protective frame assembly is connected to the first connector and the second connector respectively.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution, the first connector and the second connector each have an arc surface that matches the tank body.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution, the first connector and the second connector are arc-shaped box structures.

[0017] Compared with traditional technical solutions, the beneficial effects of this application are: 1) Prevents the outer cladding from bulging, while also providing shielding and protection for the walls of the clearance groove, preventing the walls of the clearance groove from being exposed, and providing support to prevent oxidation and peeling. 2) The first, second, third, and fourth shielding components have simple and practical structures; 3) The L-shaped first and second blocking parts can effectively block the wall of the avoidance groove; 4) The first and second blocking parts of the Z-shape can not only block the wall of the avoidance groove, but also press down on the bottom surface of the avoidance groove, thus providing support for the bottom surface of the avoidance groove. 5) The first and second pressure plates abut against the outer periphery of the insulation layer, resulting in better shielding effect; 6) The third and fourth pressure plates can press down on the bottom surface of the clearance groove, thereby providing support for the bottom surface of the clearance groove; 7) The support components are inserted into the insulation layer to enhance the support effect of the insulation layer; 8) Tank containers do not require cutting too many insulation layers, which can reduce material waste, improve insulation effect, and eliminate the need to reduce the volume of the tank body; 9) The connection area can be increased by using the first and second connectors, making the connection more secure. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a protective frame assembly provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A view from another direction; Figure 3 A structural diagram of a tank container provided for one embodiment of this application.

[0019] exist Figures 1-3 In the middle, 1. Protective frame assembly; 101. First shielding component; 1011. First side; 1012. Second side; 1013. Third side; 102. Second shielding component; 103. Third shielding component; 104. Fourth shielding component; 105. First pressure plate; 106. Second pressure plate; 107. Third pressure plate; 108. Fourth pressure plate; 109. Support component; 110. Limiting component; 2. Tank body; 3. First connecting component; 4. Second connecting component; 5. Heat exchange pipeline. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The present application will now be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0021] 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.

[0022] Please refer to Figures 1-3One embodiment of this application provides a protective frame assembly 1 for a thermal insulation layer. The thermal insulation layer has a relief groove, and the protective frame assembly 1 is embedded in the relief groove to shield, protect, and support the wall of the relief groove. The thermal insulation layer is generally formed by cutting, and the wall of the relief groove is the cut surface of the thermal insulation layer. The protective frame assembly 1 shields and protects the wall of the relief groove, preventing the wall of the relief groove from being exposed and providing support to prevent oxidation and peeling.

[0023] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the protective frame assembly 1 includes a first blocking member 101 and a second blocking member 102 arranged opposite to each other, a third blocking member 103 and a fourth blocking member 104 respectively connected to the two ends of the first blocking member 101 and the second blocking member 102. The first blocking member 101 and the second blocking member 102 extend axially, and the third blocking member 103 and the fourth blocking member 104 extend circumferentially. The clearance groove can be set into a rectangle or a trapezoid according to the shape of the heating machine or the refrigeration machine, and is generally set into a rectangle. The first blocking member 101, the second blocking member 102, the third blocking member 103 and the fourth blocking member 104 form a rectangular frame structure. The first blocking member 101, the second blocking member 102, the third blocking member 103 and the fourth blocking member 104 respectively block the four walls of the clearance groove. The structure is simple and practical.

[0024] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the first shielding member 101 and the second shielding member 102 are L-shaped. Taking the first shielding member 101 as an example, the first shielding member 101 includes a first side 1011 and a second side 1012. The first side 1011 and the second side 1012 can be welded together or integrally formed into a bent plate structure. The first side 1011 shields one of the walls of the avoidance groove, and the second side 1012 is attached to the outer periphery of the insulation layer. This provides a better shielding effect and supports the insulation layer.

[0025] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the first shielding member 101 and the second shielding member 102 are Z-shaped. Taking the first shielding member 101 as an example, the first shielding member 101 includes a first side 1011, a second side 1012 and a third side 1013 respectively disposed at both ends of the first side 1011. The first side 1011, the second side 1012 and the third side 1013 can be welded together or integrally formed bent plate structure. Since the avoidance groove is cut and thinned in the corresponding area of ​​the insulation layer, rather than hollowed out, the bottom surface of the avoidance groove is insulation material. The third side 1013 abuts against the bottom surface of the avoidance groove and can also press down the bottom surface of the avoidance groove, thereby providing support for the bottom surface of the avoidance groove.

[0026] like Figures 1-3As shown, the third shielding member 103 and the fourth shielding member 104 are arc-shaped plates that match the shape of the wall of the avoidance groove. The structure is simple and practical, and can shield the two walls of the avoidance groove.

[0027] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the third shielding member 103 is connected to a first pressure plate 105 on the side opposite to the fourth shielding member 104, and the fourth shielding member 104 is provided with a second pressure plate 106 on the side opposite to the third shielding member 103, which abuts against the outer periphery of the insulation layer, thus providing better shielding effect and playing a supporting role.

[0028] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a third pressure plate 107 and a fourth pressure plate 108 are provided between the first shielding member 101 and the second shielding member 102. The third pressure plate 107 and the fourth pressure plate 108 are respectively connected to the third shielding member 103 and the fourth shielding member 104. The third pressure plate 107 and the fourth pressure plate 108 can press down on the bottom surface of the avoidance groove, thereby providing support for the bottom surface of the avoidance groove.

[0029] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the first shielding member 101 and the second shielding member 102 are each provided with at least one support member 109 for supporting the insulation layer. The support member 109 is a rectangular, trapezoidal or triangular plate structure. Specifically, the second side 1012 and the third side 1013 are each provided with multiple support members 109. The support members 109 are inserted into the insulation layer to enhance the support effect of the insulation layer.

[0030] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the first shielding member 101 and the second shielding member 102 are respectively provided with limiting members 110. The limiting member 110 is a plate-shaped structure or a U-shaped ring structure. The limiting member 110 abuts against the bottom surface of the avoidance groove, and plays a limiting and supporting role on the bottom surface of the avoidance groove, so as to prevent the insulation material at the bottom surface of the avoidance groove from being excessively deformed due to lack of support.

[0031] Please refer to Figures 1-3 This application also provides a tank container, including a tank body 2, an insulation layer covering the outer periphery of the tank body 2, and a protective frame assembly 1. The protective frame assembly 1 can be directly or indirectly connected to the outer periphery of the tank body 2. The tank container does not need to cut too much insulation layer, which can reduce material waste and improve the insulation effect. It does not need to reduce the cylinder volume and extends the service life of the insulation layer.

[0032] like Figures 1-3As shown, the outer periphery of the tank body 2 is provided with a first connector 3 and a second connector 4. The protective frame assembly 1 is connected to the first connector 3 and the second connector 4 respectively. The protective frame assembly 1 can be directly connected to the tank container, or it can be connected to the tank body 2 through the first connector 3 and the second connector 4. Specifically, the third shielding part 103 and the fourth shielding part 104 are welded to the first connector 3 and the second connector 4 respectively, or are detachably connected. If welding is used, the third shielding part 103 and the fourth shielding part 104 are generally plate-shaped structures. Due to the limited thickness, the welding area with the tank body 2 is small. The welding area can be increased by the first connector 3 and the second connector 4, and the welding is more solid. If a detachable connection is used, the protective frame assembly 1 can also be disassembled, which provides better operational flexibility.

[0033] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the first connector 3 and the second connector 4 each have an arc surface that matches the tank body 2. Specifically, the first connector 3 and the second connector 4 are arc-shaped box structures that are lightweight. When the first connector 3 and the second connector 4 encounter the heat exchange pipeline 5, arc-shaped slots need to be opened to avoid it.

[0034] 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.

[0035] 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.

[0036] All articles and references disclosed herein, including patent applications and publications, are incorporated herein by reference for various purposes. The term “substantially constitutes…” 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 substantially constituted by 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.

[0037] 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.

[0038] 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 inventive subject matter.

Claims

1. A protective frame assembly for a thermal insulation layer, characterized in that, The insulation layer has a clearance groove, and the protective frame assembly is embedded in the clearance groove to shield, protect and support the wall of the clearance groove.

2. The protective frame assembly for the insulation layer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective frame assembly includes a first shield and a second shield disposed opposite to each other, and a third shield and a fourth shield respectively connected to the two ends of the first shield and the second shield.

3. The protective frame assembly for the insulation layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first and second blocking members are L-shaped or Z-shaped.

4. The protective frame assembly for the insulation layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The third and fourth shielding components are arc-shaped plates.

5. The protective frame assembly for the insulation layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The third shielding member is connected to a first pressure plate on the side opposite to the fourth shielding member, and the fourth shielding member is provided with a second pressure plate on the side opposite to the third shielding member.

6. The protective frame assembly for the insulation layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, A third pressure plate and a fourth pressure plate are provided between the first shielding member and the second shielding member, and the third pressure plate and the fourth pressure plate are respectively connected to the third shielding member and the fourth shielding member.

7. The protective frame assembly for the insulation layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first shielding member and the second shielding member are each provided with at least one support member for supporting the insulation layer.

8. The protective frame assembly for the insulation layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first and second blocking components are respectively provided with limiting components.

9. A tank container, characterized in that, It includes a tank body, an insulation layer covering the outer periphery of the tank body, and the protective frame assembly as described in claims 1-8.

10. The tank container according to claim 9, characterized in that, The outer periphery of the tank is provided with a first connector and a second connector, and the protective frame assembly is connected to the first connector and the second connector respectively.

11. The tank container according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first connector and the second connector each have an arc surface that matches the tank body.

12. The tank container according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first connector and the second connector are arc-shaped box structures.

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