Universal base for jacket transportation

By designing a universal base including square substrates, supporting cylinders, positioning sleeves and positioning components, the problem of poor versatility of existing conduit frame transportation bases is solved, and the adaptation to a variety of specifications and shapes of conduit frames is achieved, which improves transportation stability and loading efficiency, and reduces safety risks and procurement costs.

CN222538984UActive Publication Date: 2025-02-28ZHONGTIAN TECH GRP OFFSHORE ENG CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520076066.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-14
Publication Date
2025-02-28
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-14

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Technical Problem

The existing conduit frame transportation base is designed to be fixed, and it cannot adapt to conduit frames of different specifications and shapes, resulting in poor versatility, long loading and fixing processes, complex operation, and inefficient efficiency.

Method used

A universal base is designed, including square substrates, supporting cylinders, positioning sleeves and positioning components. Through the combination and fixing of these components, it can adapt to a variety of specifications and shapes of catheters to ensure the stability of the catheters during transportation.

Benefits of technology

It realizes flexible adaptation to a variety of specifications and shapes of conduit racks, improves stability and loading efficiency during transportation, and reduces safety risks and procurement costs.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a universal base for jacket transportation and relates to the technical field of transportation tools, in order to solve the problem that an existing transportation base is poor in universality, the universal base comprises a square base plate arranged on a ship deck, a supporting cylinder is arranged on the surface of the square base plate, and the interior of the supporting cylinder is hollow; a positioning sleeve used for being fixed to the jacket is arranged in the supporting cylinder, the positioning sleeve is fixedly arranged at the bottom of the jacket, a positioning assembly is arranged between the supporting cylinder and the positioning sleeve and comprises a supporting boss and a positioning ring edge, the supporting boss is arranged at an opening in the top of the supporting cylinder, and the positioning ring edge is arranged on the supporting boss. The supporting boss is arranged in the circumferential direction of the outer wall of the supporting cylinder, the positioning ring edge is connected to the outer wall of the positioning sleeve, and the positioning ring edge is attached to the supporting boss. The device has the effects that the device can adapt to jackets of various specifications and shapes and meet the transportation requirements of various jackets.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of transport tooling, and in particular to a universal base for transporting a conductor rack. Background Art

[0002] As an important part of offshore oil and gas production platforms, the design of jackets is usually customized according to specific engineering requirements. During transportation, the jacket transportation method relies on fixed bases as supporting structures. These jackets are safely placed on fixed bases and then loaded onto transport vessels as a whole for offshore transshipment to meet construction requirements. However, this traditional transportation method relies heavily on a specifically designed base to adapt to the structural characteristics of the jacket.

[0003] In the related art, most of the existing transport bases are fixed designs, which means that they are only suitable for conductor racks of specific specifications and shapes and cannot be flexibly adjusted to adapt to conductor racks of different sizes or structures, which limits their versatility. In addition, the transport base takes a long time during the loading and fixing process, and the operation is complicated and inefficient, so it needs to be improved. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the problem of poor universality of existing transport bases, the present application provides a universal base for transporting a conductor frame.

[0005] The present application provides a universal base for transporting a jacket using the following technical solution:

[0006] A universal base for transporting a conductor rack comprises a square base plate arranged on a ship deck, a supporting cylinder is arranged on the surface of the square base plate, the interior of the supporting cylinder is hollow, a positioning sleeve for fixing to the conductor rack is arranged inside the supporting cylinder, the positioning sleeve is fixedly arranged at the bottom of the conductor rack, a positioning assembly is arranged between the supporting cylinder and the positioning sleeve, the positioning assembly comprises a supporting boss and a positioning ring edge, the supporting boss is arranged at an opening at the top of the supporting cylinder, the supporting boss is arranged along the circumferential direction of the outer wall of the supporting cylinder, the positioning ring edge is connected to the outer wall of the positioning sleeve, and the positioning ring edge fits with the supporting boss.

[0007] Since most of the existing transport bases are fixed designs, they are only suitable for jackets of specific specifications and shapes, and cannot be flexibly adjusted to adapt to jackets of different sizes or structures, which limits their versatility. In addition, the transport base takes a long time to load and fix, and the operation is complicated and inefficient. By adopting the above technical solution, including a square base plate, a support cylinder is welded and fixed on the square base plate, a positioning sleeve is installed at the bottom of the jacket, the positioning sleeve is matched in the support cylinder, and a positioning assembly is installed in the support cylinder and the positioning sleeve, and the positioning assembly is composed of a support boss and a positioning ring edge;

[0008] When transporting the jacket, select the positioning sleeve and spot weld it on the bottom structure of the jacket. Align the bottom of the jacket with the positioning sleeve welded to the opening of the universal hollow cylinder and slowly insert it until the positioning sleeve is fully fitted in the supporting cylinder. The positioning ring edge can fit tightly on the surface of the supporting boss and is further fixed by spot welding. Move the assembled universal hollow cylinder (including the jacket) to the side of the transport ship, and use appropriate bolts and other fasteners to connect the square base plate to the ship deck to ensure that the jacket and the hull form a stable overall structure.

[0009] Through the settings of square baseplate, supporting cylinder, positioning sleeve and positioning assembly, the universal base can adapt to various specifications and shapes of conductor racks, meet the transportation needs of various conductor racks, ensure the stability of the conductor rack during transportation, effectively reduce the displacement or tilt of the conductor rack during transportation, reduce the safety risks during transportation, further improve the loading efficiency, have a relatively simple structure, easy maintenance, reduce the demand for transportation bases of different specifications, and reduce procurement costs.

[0010] Optionally, a plurality of triangular ribs for improving strength are provided between the supporting boss and the supporting cylinder, the plurality of triangular ribs are arranged at the bottom of the supporting boss, and the plurality of triangular ribs are arranged in sequence along the circumferential direction of the supporting boss.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the triangular ribs are welded and fixed between the supporting boss and the supporting cylinder; through the arrangement of a number of triangular ribs, the connection strength between the supporting boss and the supporting cylinder can be significantly improved, and various forces and pressures from the conductor rack and the transportation process can be dispersed and resisted, thereby effectively reducing the deformation and damage of the structure and improving the stability of the transport conductor rack.

[0012] Optionally, an elastic buffer layer for absorbing impact is provided on the support boss, and the elastic buffer layer is arranged at one end of the support boss close to the edge of the positioning ring. A positioning reinforcement ring for positioning is also provided on the upper surface of the support boss.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the elastic buffer layer is glued and fixed on the supporting boss, and the positioning reinforcement ring is integrally formed on the surface of the supporting boss; through the arrangement of the elastic buffer layer and the positioning reinforcement ring, the elastic buffer layer can effectively buffer the pressure generated when the edge of the positioning ring contacts the supporting boss, thereby extending the service life of the universal base and reducing the wear caused by bumps. At the same time, the positioning reinforcement ring can play a positioning role, improves the convenience of installation, and enhances the structural strength of the supporting boss.

[0014] Optionally, the length of the supporting cylinder is greater than the length of the positioning sleeve, and the inner diameter of the supporting cylinder is slightly greater than the outer diameter of the positioning sleeve.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the length of the supporting cylinder is greater than the length of the positioning sleeve, and the inner diameter of the supporting cylinder is slightly greater than the outer diameter of the positioning sleeve; by setting the sizes of the supporting cylinder and the positioning sleeve, the length of the supporting cylinder is greater than the length of the positioning sleeve, which allows a certain adjustment space when inserting the positioning sleeve into the supporting cylinder, thereby improving installation flexibility. At the same time, the design of the inner diameter of the supporting cylinder being slightly larger than the outer diameter of the positioning sleeve and the appropriate gap reduce the friction and wear of the positioning sleeve when it moves in the supporting cylinder, thereby extending the service life of the universal base and reducing maintenance costs.

[0016] Optionally, the end of the positioning sleeve is conical, and the conical end of the positioning sleeve is arranged toward the supporting cylinder.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the end of the positioning sleeve is designed to be conical; through the setting of the end of the positioning sleeve, the conical design enables the positioning sleeve to find the correct position more easily when inserted into the supporting cylinder, thereby simplifying the installation process, improving the installation efficiency and positioning accuracy, and ensuring the accurate positioning of the positioning sleeve in the supporting cylinder.

[0018] Optionally, a guide cone sleeve for cooperating with the positioning sleeve is arranged inside the supporting cylinder, and a conical notch is provided on the surface of the guide cone sleeve.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the guide cone sleeve is welded and fixed in the supporting cylinder, and the conical groove is opened on the surface of the guide cone sleeve; through the setting of the guide cone sleeve and the conical groove, a clear insertion path is provided for the positioning sleeve, ensuring that the positioning sleeve can be accurately aligned and fixed in the predetermined position, which not only improves the accuracy of installation, but also simplifies the installation process and improves the installation efficiency.

[0020] Optionally, a plurality of reinforcing ribs for enhancing the connection strength are provided between the supporting cylinder and the square base plate, and the plurality of reinforcing ribs are arranged in sequence and spaced apart along the circumferential direction of the supporting cylinder.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, the reinforcing ribs are welded and fixed between the supporting cylinder and the square base plate; the provision of the reinforcing ribs helps to improve the connection strength, effectively disperse the stress and load between the supporting cylinder and the square base plate, and also improve the rigidity of the overall structure, thereby reducing structural deformation or loosening caused by vibration, impact and other factors during transportation or use, and extending the service life.

[0022] Optionally, a plurality of bolt holes are formed through the square base plate, and a high-strength bolt for fixing to a ship deck is provided in any of the bolt holes.

[0023] By adopting the above technical solution, a number of bolt holes are opened on the square base plate, and the square base plate is fixed to the ship deck by high-strength bolts; through the arrangement of the bolt holes and the high-strength bolts, the high-strength bolts can withstand huge pressure and tension, so that the connection between the square base plate and the ship deck is more stable and reliable, and can withstand various dynamic loads generated by the ship during navigation. At the same time, the installation and disassembly are simple and quick, which saves the time of installation and disassembly and improves work efficiency.

[0024] In summary, the present application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0025] Through the arrangement of square base plate, supporting cylinder, positioning sleeve and positioning assembly, the universal base can adapt to various specifications and shapes of catheter racks, meet the transportation requirements of various catheter racks, ensure the stability of the catheter rack during transportation, effectively reduce the displacement or tilt of the catheter rack during transportation, reduce the safety risks during transportation, further improve the loading efficiency, have a relatively simple structure, are easy to maintain, reduce the demand for different specifications of transportation bases, and reduce procurement costs;

[0026] The setting of the guide cone sleeve and the cone notch provides a clear insertion path for the positioning sleeve, ensuring that the positioning sleeve can be accurately aligned and fixed in the predetermined position, which not only improves the accuracy of installation, but also simplifies the installation process and improves the installation efficiency;

[0027] Through the setting of bolt holes and high-strength bolts, the high-strength bolts can withstand huge pressure and tension, making the connection between the square base plate and the ship deck more stable and reliable, and able to withstand various dynamic loads generated by the ship during navigation. At the same time, the installation and disassembly are simple and quick, saving installation and disassembly time and improving work efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of a universal base for transporting a conductor rack in an embodiment of the present application.

[0029] Figure 2 It is an exploded schematic diagram of a universal base for transporting a conductor rack in an embodiment of the present application.

[0030] Figure 3 It is a cross-sectional view used to reflect the internal structure of the supporting cylinder in the embodiment of the present application.

[0031] Explanation of the reference numerals: 1. Square substrate; 2. Support cylinder; 3. Positioning sleeve; 4. Positioning assembly; 41. Support boss; 42. Positioning ring edge; 5. Triangular rib; 6. Elastic buffer layer; 7. Positioning reinforcement ring; 8. Guide cone sleeve; 81. Conical notch; 9. Reinforcing rib; 10. Bolt hole; 11. High-strength bolt. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The following is combined with Figure 1-3 This application is described in further detail.

[0033] The present application embodiment discloses a universal base for transporting a conductor rack. Figure 1 A universal base for transporting a jacket can be provided. The universal base can be provided in multiple groups. The universal base includes a square base plate 1. In the present embodiment, the square base plate 1 is in the shape of a rectangular plate. A plurality of bolt holes 10 are provided through the square base plate 1. In the present embodiment, the plurality of bolt holes 10 can be provided at a plurality of positions of the square base plate 1. A high-strength bolt 11 is installed in any bolt hole 10. The square base plate 1 is fixed to the ship deck by the high-strength bolt 11. The high-strength bolt 11 can withstand huge pressure and tension, so that the connection between the square base plate 1 and the ship deck is more stable and reliable, and can withstand various dynamic loads generated by the ship during navigation. At the same time, the installation and disassembly are simple and quick, which saves the installation and disassembly time and improves the work efficiency.

[0034] Reference Figure 1 A supporting cylinder 2 is welded and fixed on the square substrate 1. In this embodiment, the interior of the supporting cylinder 2 is hollow. The supporting cylinder 2 is vertically arranged on the square substrate 1. At the same time, a plurality of reinforcing ribs 9 are welded and fixed between the supporting cylinder 2 and the square substrate 1. The plurality of reinforcing ribs 9 are arranged in sequence and at intervals along the circumferential direction of the supporting cylinder 2, which helps to improve the connection strength, effectively disperse the stress and load between the supporting cylinder 2 and the square substrate 1, and also improve the rigidity of the overall structure, reduce structural deformation or loosening caused by factors such as vibration and impact during transportation or use, and extend the service life.

[0035] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 A positioning sleeve 3 is installed in the supporting cylinder 2. In this embodiment, the positioning sleeve 3 is used to be fixed at the bottom of the catheter frame. The interior of the positioning sleeve 3 is hollow. The positioning sleeve 3 is sleeved and fixed at the bottom of the catheter frame. In this embodiment, the supporting cylinder 2 and the positioning sleeve 3, as well as the positioning sleeve 3 and the catheter frame can be further fixed by spot welding. The spot welding method is not only firm and reliable, but also convenient for subsequent disassembly work. Therefore, while ensuring the stability of the structure, it also takes into account the convenience of maintenance and replacement.

[0036] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 In this embodiment, the length of the supporting cylinder 2 is greater than the length of the positioning sleeve 3, which allows a certain adjustment space when the positioning sleeve 3 is inserted into the supporting cylinder 2, thereby improving the installation flexibility; at the same time, the inner diameter of the supporting cylinder 2 is slightly larger than the outer diameter of the positioning sleeve 3, and the appropriate gap reduces the friction and wear of the positioning sleeve 3 when it moves in the supporting cylinder 2, thereby extending the service life of the universal base and reducing the maintenance cost.

[0037] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 In this embodiment, one end of the positioning sleeve 3 is open and is used to connect to the bottom of the catheter frame. The other end of the positioning sleeve 3 is conical, and the conical end of the positioning sleeve 3 is arranged toward the supporting cylinder 2. The conical design makes it easier for the positioning sleeve 3 to find the correct position when inserted into the supporting cylinder 2, which simplifies the installation process, improves the installation efficiency and positioning accuracy, and ensures the accurate positioning of the positioning sleeve 3 in the supporting cylinder 2.

[0038] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 A guide cone sleeve 8 is installed inside the support cylinder 2. The guide cone sleeve 8 is welded and fixed to the bottom of the support cylinder 2. A conical notch 81 is opened on the surface of the guide cone sleeve 8. The conical notch 81 provides a clear insertion path for the positioning sleeve 3, ensuring that the positioning sleeve 3 can be accurately aligned and fixed in the predetermined position, which not only improves the accuracy of installation, but also simplifies the installation process and improves the installation efficiency.

[0039] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 A positioning assembly 4 is installed between the supporting cylinder 2 and the positioning sleeve 3. The positioning assembly 4 includes a supporting boss 41 and a positioning ring edge 42. The supporting boss 41 is welded and arranged at the opening at the top of the supporting cylinder 2. The supporting boss 41 is arranged along the circumferential direction of the outer wall of the supporting cylinder 2. The positioning ring edge 42 is welded and fixed on the outer wall of the positioning sleeve 3, and the positioning ring edge 42 fits with the supporting boss 41.

[0040] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 An elastic buffer layer 6 is glued and fixed on the supporting boss 41. The elastic buffer layer 6 can be made of rubber material. The elastic buffer layer 6 avoids direct contact between the positioning ring edge 42 and the supporting boss 41. The elastic buffer layer 6 can effectively buffer the pressure generated when the positioning ring edge 42 contacts the supporting boss 41, thereby extending the service life of the universal base and reducing the wear caused by bumps.

[0041] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 At the same time, a positioning reinforcement ring 7 is integrally formed on the upper surface of the support boss 41. The positioning reinforcement ring 7 is arranged in sequence along the circumferential direction of the support boss 41. The positioning reinforcement ring 7 is located at the edge of the upper surface of the support boss 41. The positioning reinforcement ring 7 can play a positioning role, improve the convenience of installation, and enhance the structural strength of the support boss 41.

[0042] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3A number of triangular ribs 5 are welded and fixed between the support boss 41 and the support cylinder 2, and the triangular ribs 5 are arranged at the bottom of the support boss 41, and the triangular ribs 5 are arranged in sequence along the circumferential direction of the support boss 41; it can significantly improve the connection strength between the support boss 41 and the support cylinder 2, disperse and resist various forces and pressures from the catheter rack and the transportation process, effectively reduce the deformation and damage of the structure, and improve the stability of the transport catheter rack.

[0043] The implementation principle of a universal base for transporting a jacket in the embodiment of the present application is as follows: when transporting the jacket, select a positioning sleeve 3 and spot weld it on the bottom structure of the jacket, align the bottom of the jacket with the positioning sleeve 3 welded to the opening of the universal hollow cylinder, and slowly insert it until the positioning sleeve 3 is fully fitted in the supporting cylinder 2, the positioning ring edge 42 can fit tightly on the surface of the supporting boss 41, and is further fixed by spot welding, the assembled universal hollow cylinder (including the jacket) is moved to the side of the transport ship, and the square base plate 1 is connected to the deck of the ship using appropriate bolts and other fasteners to ensure that the jacket and the hull form a stable integral structure;

[0044] Through the arrangement of the square base plate 1, the supporting cylinder 2, the positioning sleeve 3 and the positioning assembly 4, the universal base can adapt to various specifications and shapes of the catheter racks, meet the transportation needs of various catheter racks, ensure the stability of the catheter rack during transportation, effectively reduce the displacement or tilt of the catheter rack during transportation, reduce the safety risks during transportation, further improve the loading efficiency, have a relatively simple structure, are easy to maintain, reduce the demand for transportation bases of different specifications, and reduce procurement costs.

[0045] The above are all preferred embodiments of the present application, and the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Therefore, any equivalent changes made according to the structure, shape, and principle of the present application should be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A universal base for transporting a pipe rack, characterized by: The invention comprises a square base plate (1) arranged on a ship deck, wherein a support cylinder (2) is arranged on the surface of the square base plate (1), wherein the interior of the support cylinder (2) is hollow, wherein a positioning sleeve (3) for fixing to a conductor frame is arranged inside the support cylinder (2), wherein the positioning sleeve (3) is fixedly arranged at the bottom of the conductor frame, wherein a positioning assembly (4) is arranged between the support cylinder (2) and the positioning sleeve (3), wherein the positioning assembly (4) comprises a support boss (41) and a positioning ring edge (42), wherein the support boss (41) is arranged at an opening at the top of the support cylinder (2), wherein the support boss (41) is arranged along the circumferential direction of the outer wall of the support cylinder (2), wherein the positioning ring edge (42) is connected to the outer wall of the positioning sleeve (3), and wherein the positioning ring edge (42) is in contact with the support boss (41).

2. The universal base for transporting a pipe rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of triangular ribs (5) for improving strength are arranged between the supporting boss (41) and the supporting cylinder (2); the plurality of triangular ribs (5) are arranged at the bottom of the supporting boss (41), and the plurality of triangular ribs (5) are arranged in sequence along the circumferential direction of the supporting boss (41).

3. The universal base for transporting a pipe rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: An elastic buffer layer (6) for absorbing impact is provided on the support boss (41), and the elastic buffer layer (6) is arranged at one end of the support boss (41) close to the positioning ring edge (42). A positioning reinforcement ring (7) for positioning is also provided on the upper surface of the support boss (41).

4. The universal base for transporting a pipe rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The length of the supporting cylinder (2) is greater than the length of the positioning sleeve (3), and the inner diameter of the supporting cylinder (2) is slightly greater than the outer diameter of the positioning sleeve (3).

5. The universal base for transporting a pipe rack according to claim 4, characterized in that: The end of the positioning sleeve (3) is conical, and the conical end of the positioning sleeve (3) is arranged toward the supporting cylinder (2).

6. The universal base for transporting a pipe rack according to claim 5, characterized in that: A guide cone sleeve (8) for cooperating with the positioning sleeve (3) is arranged inside the supporting cylinder (2), and a conical notch (81) is provided on the surface of the guide cone sleeve (8).

7. The universal base for transporting a pipe rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of reinforcing ribs (9) for enhancing the connection strength are arranged between the supporting cylinder (2) and the square base plate (1); the plurality of reinforcing ribs (9) are arranged in sequence and at intervals along the circumferential direction of the supporting cylinder (2).

8. The universal base for transporting a pipe rack according to claim 7, characterized in that: The square base plate (1) is provided with a plurality of bolt holes (10), and each of the bolt holes (10) is provided with a high-strength bolt (11) for fixing to a ship deck.