Module hoisting clamp

By designing a double-sided clamping and fixed module lifting fixture, the problems of low lifting and disassembly efficiency of battery modules and damage to the module shell are solved, and efficient and safe module lifting and disassembly operations are achieved.

CN222860957UActive Publication Date: 2025-05-13HANGCHA GRP +1
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Application Number
CN202421624977.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-10
Publication Date
2025-05-13
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-10

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Technical Problem

In the prior art, the lifting and disassembly of the battery module is inefficient, and the direct lifting method is prone to damage the module housing.

Method used

A module lifting fixture is designed, which adopts a double-sided clamping and fixing method. The fixture includes a cross beam, a lifting ring, a fixing seat and a clamping jaw. The clamping jaws can rotate freely in the fixed seat, and the opening and closing of the clamping jaws and angle adjustment are achieved through handle operation.

Benefits of technology

It improves the lifting and disassembly efficiency of the battery module, reduces damage to the module shell, is easy to operate, and is suitable for higher production line flow beats.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of clamp design, in particular to a module hoisting clamp which comprises a cross beam which is of a rod-shaped structure, a hoisting ring is fixed to the top face of the middle of the cross beam, fixing seats are fixed to the two ends of the cross beam, clamping jaws are arranged in the fixing seats, one end of each clamping jaw is rotationally fixed in the corresponding fixing seat, and a handle is fixed to the top face of the end, close to the corresponding fixing seat, of each clamping jaw. The handle extends outwards, and the problems that in the prior art, a traditional method that a lifting hook is still adopted for direct fixing, manual fixing and disassembling are needed before and after assembling and disassembling in the lifting method, and consequently the assembling and disassembling efficiency is low are solved, and the problem that a module shell is likely to be damaged due to the mode that a module is directly lifted is solved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of fixture design, in particular to a module hoisting fixture. Background Art

[0002] A module, also known as a module, is a specific functional component composed of several basic functional components that work together to achieve a specific function or purpose. The combination of these basic functional components is intended to form a system, device or program with complete functions. By changing the components of the module, its function and purpose can be adjusted.

[0003] The battery module is a larger branch of the module. The battery module consists of multiple battery cells, a battery management system (BMS), a battery protection circuit, a connector, etc. Its main function is to combine battery cells to increase the total battery capacity and voltage output, while providing battery management and protection to ensure battery safety and stability. Battery modules are mainly assembled in the battery module assembly line. The battery module assembly line mainly refers to the production process of stacking and bundling single lithium batteries according to a certain number and set process, and fixing them into a module.

[0004] With the development of technology, such as industrial robots, intelligent visual systems, intelligent sensing and control equipment and other innovative applications, the automation level of battery module assembly lines has been continuously improved, effectively improving production efficiency and quality. Modern battery module assembly lines use advanced robots, sensors, control systems and other equipment to achieve highly automated and intelligent production, and centrally control through PLC to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of the entire process. Battery module assembly lines play a vital role in the manufacture of new energy batteries and are the key link in achieving high-efficiency and high-quality production of battery modules.

[0005] In the battery module assembly line, the modules often need to be frequently and quickly lifted and disassembled to meet the production rhythm requirements. However, in actual production, mid- and low-end manufacturers still use the traditional method of direct fixation with hooks. This lifting method requires manual fixation and disassembly before and after loading and unloading. The loading and unloading efficiency is extremely slow, and the direct lifting of the module is very likely to cause damage to the module shell. Utility Model Content

[0006] The utility model provides a module lifting fixture, which solves the traditional method of directly fixing with a hook in the prior art. This lifting method requires manual fixing and disassembly before and after loading and unloading, which leads to the problem of slow loading and unloading efficiency. In addition, the method of directly lifting the module is very likely to cause damage to the module shell.

[0007] In order to achieve the above purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] A module hoisting fixture, comprising a cross beam, which is a rod-shaped structure. A lifting ring is fixed on the top surface of the middle part, and fixing seats are fixed at both ends. A clamping jaw is arranged in the fixing seat. One end of the clamping jaw is rotatably fixed in the fixing seat. A handle is fixed on the top surface of the clamping jaw near the fixing seat, and the handle extends towards the end far from the fixing seat.

[0009] Preferably, the fixing seat is a block-shaped structure. One side surface is fixedly attached to the cross beam, and semi-circular convex blocks are respectively arranged at both ends of the opposite side surface. The clamping jaw is accommodated between the two semi-circular convex blocks, and one end of the clamping jaw is rotatably fixed to the fixing seat by a threaded loose connection, and the clamping jaw can freely rotate in the fixing seat.

[0010] Preferably, the end head of the clamping jaw on the side rotatably fixed to the fixing seat is accommodated in the fixing seat. An upper fixing piece is fixedly screwed on the top surface of the fixing seat, corresponding to the handle, and a lower fixing piece is fixedly screwed on the bottom surface, corresponding to the clamping jaw.

[0011] Preferably, both the upper fixing piece and the lower fixing piece are rectangular sheet structures. A handle limiting groove is arranged at one end of the upper fixing piece, penetrating through the upper fixing piece, and the handle is accommodated in the handle limiting groove. A clamping jaw limiting groove is arranged at one end of the lower fixing piece, penetrating through the lower fixing piece, and the clamping jaw is accommodated in the clamping jaw limiting groove.

[0012] Preferably, the clamping jaw is a U-shaped plate structure, and the width of the clamping jaw matches the distance between the two semi-circular convex blocks of the fixing seat.

[0013] Preferably, a plurality of uniformly distributed rubber pads are arranged on the bottom surface of the cross beam opposite to the lifting ring.

[0014] Preferably, the handle is a rod-shaped structure, one end is fixedly welded to the clamping jaw, and a handle sleeve is sleeved on the other end.

[0015] Preferably, a bolt is penetrated through the bottom of the clamping jaw.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present utility model are as follows:

[0017] The present utility model adopts a bilateral clamping and fixing method, with good stability, not easily damaging the module shell, and during loading and unloading, the operator directly operates the handle to complete the loading and unloading positioning, with high hoisting efficiency and labor saving. Description of the Drawings

[0018] Figure 1 It is a front view schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 It is an exploded schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 The figure is a top view of an upper fixing plate according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 The figure is a top view of a lower fixing plate according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0022] In the figure: clamping claw 1, lower fixing plate 2, clamping claw limiting groove 2.1, fixing screw hole 1 2.2, upper fixing plate 3, handle limiting groove 3.1, fixing screw hole 2 3.2, handle 4, handle cover 5, lifting ring 6, fixing seat 7, rubber pad 8, crossbeam 9, module 10, lifting fixture 11. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0024] The battery module is a larger branch of the module. The battery module consists of multiple battery cells, a battery management system (BMS), a battery protection circuit, a connector, etc. Its main function is to combine battery cells to increase the total battery capacity and voltage output, while providing battery management and protection to ensure battery safety and stability. Battery modules are mainly assembled in the battery module assembly line. The battery module assembly line mainly refers to the production process of stacking and bundling single lithium batteries according to a certain number and set process, and fixing them into a module.

[0025] With the development of technology, such as industrial robots, intelligent visual systems, intelligent sensing and control equipment and other innovative applications, the automation level of battery module assembly lines has been continuously improved, effectively improving production efficiency and quality. Modern battery module assembly lines use advanced robots, sensors, control systems and other equipment to achieve highly automated and intelligent production, and centrally control through PLC to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of the entire process. Battery module assembly lines play a vital role in the manufacture of new energy batteries and are the key link in achieving high-efficiency and high-quality production of battery modules.

[0026] In a battery module assembly line, it is often necessary to frequently and quickly lift and disassemble the modules to meet the production rhythm requirements. However, in actual production, mid- and low-end manufacturers still directly use the traditional method of fixing with hooks. This lifting method requires manual fixing and disassembly before and after loading and unloading, and the loading and unloading efficiency is extremely slow. In addition, the direct lifting of the modules is very likely to cause damage to the module casing. In order to solve the above problems, this embodiment is provided.

[0027] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 For this embodiment, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this embodiment. Figure 2 The exploded schematic diagram of the overall structure of this embodiment is a module lifting fixture, including a lifting fixture, the lifting fixture includes a crossbeam, which is a rod-shaped structure, a lifting ring is fixed on the top surface of the middle part, and fixed seats are fixed at both ends. A clamping claw is arranged in the fixed seat, and a plurality of evenly distributed rubber pads are arranged on the bottom surface of the crossbeam opposite to the lifting ring. One end of the clamping claw is rotatably fixed in the fixed seat, and a handle is fixed on the top surface of the end of the clamping claw close to the fixed seat. The handle extends to the end far from the fixed seat. The handle is a rod-shaped structure, one end is welded and fixed to the clamping claw, and the other end is provided with a handle cover. The handle is used for operation by an operator, and the clamping claw connected to the handle is driven by the handle, and then the angle of the clamping claw is adjusted by fixing the center of the seat to be suitable for clamping of different sizes. The loading and unloading of the module is also completed by the operator operating the handle, and the function is also achieved by controlling the angle of the two clamping claws. A handle cover is provided on the end of the handle. In this embodiment, the handle cover is made of rubber material, and a plurality of cross textures are provided on the surface to improve the anti-slip property and the operating comfort of the operator.

[0028] First of all, the crossbeam is the skeleton of the entire lifting fixture. Its rod-like structure not only ensures sufficient strength, but also enables the fixture to maintain balance during the lifting process. The lifting ring on the top surface of the middle is connected to the lifting equipment to ensure stable transmission during the lifting process.

[0029] Secondly, there is a clamp inside the fixed seat, which can firmly clamp the module to prevent the module from sliding or falling off during the lifting process. One end of the clamp is rotatably fixed in the fixed seat. This design makes the opening and closing of the clamp more flexible and easy to adapt to modules of different sizes.

[0030] A handle is fixed on the top surface of one end of the clamping jaw near the fixed seat, so that the operator can easily control the opening and closing of the clamping jaw. The handle is a rod-shaped structure, one end of which is welded and fixed to the clamping jaw to ensure its firmness; the other end is covered with a handle cover, which not only increases the comfort of the operator's grip, but also can prevent slipping to a certain extent.

[0031] In addition, the module hoisting fixture is provided with a number of evenly distributed rubber pads on the bottom surface of the crossbeam opposite to the lifting ring. These rubber pads can not only play a buffering role during the hoisting process, reducing the collision and friction between the module and the fixture, but also increase the friction between the fixture and the module, improving the stability of the clamping.

[0032] The present embodiment provides a module lifting fixture, which adopts a double-sided clamping and fixing method, has good stability, and is not easy to damage the module shell. The clamping jaws adopt multiple limit structures, so that the clamping jaws have a stable stroke, will not slip or offset, and have high positioning accuracy. During loading and unloading, the operator directly operates the handle to complete the loading and unloading positioning. The operation lifting efficiency is high and labor-saving, so that the present device can be applied to a higher production line flow rhythm.

[0033] In summary, this module hoisting fixture, with its unique design and excellent performance, shows extremely high stability and safety during the hoisting process. Whether in industrial production, construction or other occasions requiring hoisting operations, it can play an important role.

[0034] The fixing seat is a block structure, one side of which is fitted and fixed to the crossbeam, and the two ends of the other opposite side are respectively provided with semicircular protrusions. The clamping jaw is accommodated between the two semicircular protrusions, and one end of the clamping jaw is rotatably fixed to the fixing seat by a loose threaded connection. The clamping jaw can rotate freely in the fixing seat.

[0035] The two semicircular protrusions not only provide stable support for the clamping jaws, but also allow the clamping jaws to rotate within a certain range in the fixed seat. This design enables the clamping jaws to flexibly adapt to workpieces of different shapes and sizes, greatly improving the flexibility and stability of clamping.

[0036] The clamping jaw and the fixing seat are loosely connected by threads. This connection method allows one end of the clamping jaw to be rotated and fixed to the fixing seat without the need for complex tools or equipment. By simply rotating the clamping jaw, a tight connection between the clamping jaw and the fixing seat can be achieved. This connection method is not only convenient and fast, but also ensures the stable position of the clamping jaw in the fixing seat, avoiding the displacement or falling off of the workpiece caused by the loosening of the clamping jaw.

[0037] In addition, the free rotation of the jaws in the fixed seat also brings many advantages. First, this design allows the jaws to easily adapt to workpieces at different angles without frequently changing the jaws or adjusting the workpiece position. Second, the free rotation of the jaws can also effectively reduce the friction and wear between the jaws and the workpiece, extending the service life of the jaws. Finally, the free rotation of the jaws can also reduce the stress concentration generated during the clamping process, improving the stability and safety of the clamping.

[0038] This design of the jaws and fixed seat with semicircular protrusions and loose threaded connections not only improves the flexibility and stability of clamping, but also reduces the friction and wear between the jaws and the workpiece, extending the service life of the jaws. At the same time, the free rotation function of the jaws can also reduce the stress concentration generated during the clamping process, improving the stability and safety of the clamping.

[0039] Reference Figure 3 is a top view of the upper fixing plate of this embodiment, referring to Figure 4 1 is a top view of the lower fixing plate of this embodiment. The end of one side of the clamping jaw and the fixing seat is rotatably fixed and accommodated in the fixing seat. The upper fixing plate is threadedly fixed on the top surface of the fixing seat. Figure 3 , the upper fixing plate in the figure corresponds to the handle, and the bottom surface is threadedly fixed with a lower fixing plate, and the lower fixing plate corresponds to the clamping claw. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The upper fixing plate and the lower fixing plate in the figure are both rectangular sheet structures, one end of the upper fixing plate is provided with a handle limiting groove, the handle limiting groove passes through the upper fixing plate, and the handle is accommodated in the handle limiting groove, and one end of the lower fixing plate is provided with a clamping claw limiting groove, the clamping claw limiting groove passes through the lower fixing plate, and the clamping claw is accommodated in the clamping claw limiting groove.

[0040] When an object needs to be clamped or fixed, the operator first pulls the handle out of the handle limit slot. At this time, due to the connection mechanism between the handle and the clamp, the clamp will also open outward. This design allows the operator to easily adjust the opening and closing of the clamp to adapt to objects of different sizes and shapes.

[0041] When the jaws are opened to a sufficient degree, the user can place the object to be clamped between the jaws. Then, the user only needs to gently push the handle to re-enter the handle limit groove. As the handle is pushed in, the jaws will gradually close under the action of mechanical force until the object is tightly clamped.

[0042] It is worth mentioning that the design of this clamping device pays great attention to stability and safety. The upper fixing plate and the lower fixing plate are fixed to the fixing base by threads, ensuring the stability of the clamping device during use. At the same time, the design of the clamping jaw limit slot and the handle limit slot enables the clamping jaw and the handle to maintain precise positioning on their respective motion trajectories, avoiding sliding or offset during the clamping process.

[0043] In addition, the material selection of the clamping device also fully considers durability and corrosion resistance. Whether it is the fixing base, upper fixing plate, lower fixing plate or the clamping jaw itself, they are all made of high-strength and corrosion-resistant materials to ensure that the clamping device can maintain good working condition even in harsh environments.

[0044] The jaw is in the shape of a C-shaped plate structure. The width of the jaw matches the distance between the two semi-circular bumps of the fixed seat. A bolt is passed through the bottom of the jaw.

[0045] The C-shaped plate structure of the jaw not only ensures its firmness but also provides sufficient clamping force. The width of the jaw is precisely calculated to perfectly match the distance between the two semi-circular bumps of the fixed seat. Such a design enables the jaw to be stably fixed on the fixed seat and is not prone to shaking or falling off.

[0046] The bolt design at the bottom of the jaw is used to connect corresponding to the fixing holes of the module. After the jaw is clamped in the module, connecting the bolts provided on the jaw to the fixing holes of the module can improve the connection strength between the jaw and the module, enhance the clamping stability, and the operator can adjust the distance between the two jaws through the operating handle, thereby changing the distance between the two bolts of the jaw, and then corresponding to the fixing holes of modules of different sizes, with good applicability.

[0047] In addition, the material of the jaw has been carefully selected and made of high-strength alloy material, ensuring that the jaw is not easily deformed or damaged during long-term use. At the same time, the surface of the jaw has also been specially treated, with excellent wear resistance and corrosion resistance, and can maintain stable performance in various harsh environments.

[0048] In practical applications, the C-shaped plate structure of the jaw and the matching design with the fixed seat enable the jaw to be widely used in various occasions requiring clamping and fixing.

[0049] The beneficial effects produced by this embodiment are:

[0050] This embodiment provides a module hoisting fixture. The device adopts a bilateral clamping and fixing method, with good stability and not easy to damage the module shell. The jaw adopts multiple limiting structures, resulting in a stable stroke of the jaw, without slipping or offset, with high positioning accuracy. And during loading and unloading, the operator directly operates the handle to complete the loading and unloading positioning, with high operation and hoisting efficiency and labor-saving, so that this device can be applicable to higher production line flow rates. Good stability, not easy to damage the module shell, and during loading and unloading, the operator directly operates the handle to complete the loading and unloading positioning, with high operation and hoisting efficiency and labor-saving.

[0051] To sum up, this kind of module hoisting fixture shows extremely high stability and safety during the hoisting process by virtue of its unique design and excellent performance. Its clamping and hoisting stability is good. Due to the double limiting of the upper fixing piece and the lower fixing piece, the longitudinal movement space of the jaw and the handle is restricted, and then the jaw is not prone to longitudinal shaking, with better stability during clamping, not easy to damage the module shell during clamping, and during loading and unloading, the operator directly operates the handle to complete the loading and unloading positioning, reducing the process of manual bundling and fixing, with higher operation and hoisting efficiency and more labor-saving.

[0052] The device of this embodiment can play an important role in industrial production, construction or other occasions requiring lifting operations, and has good promotion value.

[0053] In addition to the above-mentioned embodiments, within the scope disclosed in the claims and the specification of the utility model, the technical features or technical data of the utility model can be reselected and combined to form new embodiments, which should also be regarded as specific embodiments of the utility model and within the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A module hoisting fixture, characterized in that: It includes a crossbeam, which is a rod-shaped structure. A lifting ring is fixed on the top surface of the middle part, and fixing seats are fixed at both ends. A clamping jaw is arranged in the fixing seat. One end of the clamping jaw is rotatably fixed in the fixing seat. A handle is fixed on the top surface of the clamping jaw near the fixing seat, and the handle extends towards the end far from the fixing seat.

2. The module hoisting fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing seat is a块状 structure. One side surface is fixedly attached to the crossbeam. At both ends of the opposite side surface, semi-circular convex blocks are respectively provided. The clamping jaw is accommodated between the two semi-circular convex blocks. One end of the clamping jaw is rotatably fixed to the fixing seat by a threaded loose connection, and the clamping jaw can freely rotate in the fixing seat.

3. The module hoisting fixture according to claim 2, characterized in that: One end of the clamping jaw rotatably fixed to the fixing seat is accommodated in the fixing seat. An upper fixing piece is threadedly fixed on the top surface of the fixing seat, corresponding to the handle. A lower fixing piece is threadedly fixed on the bottom surface, corresponding to the clamping jaw.

4. The module hoisting fixture according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both the upper fixing piece and the lower fixing piece are rectangular sheet structures. A handle limiting groove is provided at one end of the upper fixing piece, and the handle limiting groove penetrates through the upper fixing piece. The handle is accommodated in the handle limiting groove. A clamping jaw limiting groove is provided at one end of the lower fixing piece, and the clamping jaw limiting groove penetrates through the lower fixing piece. The clamping jaw is accommodated in the clamping jaw limiting groove.

5. The module hoisting fixture according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that: The clamping jaw is a U-shaped plate structure, and the width of the clamping jaw matches the distance between the two semi-circular convex blocks of the fixing seat.

6. The module hoisting fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of uniformly distributed rubber pads are provided on the bottom surface of the crossbeam opposite to the lifting ring.

7. The module hoisting fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle is a rod-shaped structure. One end is welded and fixed to the clamping jaw, and a handle sleeve is sleeved on the other end.

8. The module hoisting fixture according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that: A bolt is penetrated through the bottom of the clamping jaw.