Temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction

By designing a temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction including fixing rings, guard plates, slide chutes, round rods and sealing strips, the problems of susceptibility to force bending and low sealing at the drainage pipe interface in the prior art are solved, and effective protection and sealing at the drainage pipe interface are achieved.

CN222992519UActive Publication Date: 2025-06-17BEIJING ANCHEN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422364947.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-27
Publication Date
2025-06-17
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-27

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Technical Problem

When used in the existing temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction, the interface is susceptible to force bending and low sealing, resulting in high leakage risk and affecting the normal use of drainage pipes.

Method used

A protective device including the first and second section tubes is designed. By providing a fixing ring, guard plate, slide chute, round rod and sealing strip at the pipe interface, the spring expansion and bolt fastening are utilized to protect and seal the pipe interface.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids bending and leakage problems caused by uneven ground at the drain pipe interface, enhances the protection and sealing of the interface, and ensures the normal use of the drain pipe.

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Abstract

The temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction comprises a first section pipe and a second section pipe, a first fixing ring is arranged above the first section pipe, a third fixing ring is attached to the bottom of the first section pipe, the side face of the first fixing ring is fixedly connected with an upper protection plate, a sliding groove is formed in the surface of the upper protection plate, and the second section pipe is connected with the sliding groove. An upper round rod is movably connected into the sliding groove, and the other end of the upper round rod is fixedly connected with a second fixing ring. According to the temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction, a first fixing ring is arranged above a first section of pipe, a third fixing ring is attached to the bottom of the first section of pipe, an upper protection plate is fixedly connected to the side face of the first fixing ring, a sliding groove is formed in the surface of the upper protection plate, and an upper round rod is movably connected into the sliding groove; the connector of the drainage pipe buried underground can be protected from being bent due to stress, leakage caused by damage and fracture of the drainage pipe is effectively avoided, and the connector of the drainage pipe is well protected.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of drainage pipes, and particularly relates to a temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction. Background Technique

[0002] The construction site drainage pipes are mainly responsible for draining rainwater, sewage, etc. During the construction of buildings, they are planned as a whole by the construction party and buried underground. The drainage pipes are divided into plastic drainage pipes, concrete pipes and reinforced concrete pipes.

[0003] The following problems exist when the existing temporary drainage pipe protection devices for engineering construction are in use:

[0004] 1. When the traditional temporary drainage pipes for engineering construction are applied, since the drainage pipes are buried underground, and the dug channels for temporary drainage are often uneven, the interfaces of the drainage pipes buried underground are easily bent by force, so that the interfaces are easily damaged and cracked, resulting in leakage. The protection of the interfaces of the drainage pipes is poor.

[0005] 2. When most of the temporary drainage pipes for engineering construction are applied, since there are joints in the drainage pipes, and the joints are buried underground, and the sealing performance of the existing drainage pipe joints is low, the risk of leakage is high, resulting in affecting the normal use of the drainage pipes. Content of the Utility Model

[0006] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction to solve the technical problems raised in the background technique.

[0007] To achieve the above purpose, the specific technical solution of the utility model is as follows: A temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction includes a first pipe section and a second pipe section. A first fixing ring is arranged above the first pipe section, and the bottom of the first pipe section is attached to a third fixing ring. The side of the first fixing ring is fixedly connected to an upper guard plate. A chute is opened on the surface of the upper guard plate. An upper round rod is movably connected inside the chute. The other end of the upper round rod is fixedly connected to a second fixing ring. The side of the third fixing ring is fixedly connected to a lower guard plate. A chute is opened on the surface of the lower guard plate. A lower round rod is movably connected inside the chute. The other end of the lower round rod is fixedly connected to a fourth fixing ring. A fixing block is fixedly connected to the outside of the first fixing ring. The fixing block is connected to a connecting block through a rotating shaft. The connecting block is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring. A connecting plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring. A fixing plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the first fixing ring. A round hole is opened on the surface of the fixing plate. A bolt penetrates through the round hole. The bolt penetrates through a through hole inside. The through hole is opened on the surface of the connecting plate. The upper guard plate is attached to the surface of the sleeve.

[0008] Preferably, a sealing strip is installed on the side surface of the first fixing ring, a sealing strip is installed on the side surface of the second fixing ring, a sealing strip is installed on the side surface of the third fixing ring, a sealing strip is installed on the side surface of the fourth fixing ring, a spring is fixedly connected to the outside of the upper guard plate, the other end of the spring is fixedly connected to the second fixing ring, a spring is fixedly connected to the outside of the lower guard plate, and the other end of the spring is fixedly connected to the fourth fixing ring. The sealing strip is attached to the side surface of the sleeve.

[0009] Preferably, a support plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the third fixing ring, and a bottom plate is installed at the bottom of the support plate.

[0010] Preferably, a support plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fourth fixing ring, and a bottom plate is installed at the bottom of the support plate.

[0011] Preferably, ground nails are fixedly connected to the bottom of the bottom plate, and the ground nails are distributed at equal intervals.

[0012] Preferably, the first pipe section is sleeved inside the sleeve, and the other end of the sleeve is sleeved with the second pipe section.

[0013] The temporary drain pipe protection device for engineering construction of the present utility model has the following advantages:

[0014] 1. For the temporary drain pipe protection device for engineering construction, a first fixing ring is provided above the first pipe section, and the third fixing ring is attached to the bottom of the first pipe section. The upper guard plate is fixedly connected to the side surface of the first fixing ring, a chute is opened on the surface of the upper guard plate, and an upper round rod is movably connected inside the chute. Then, the other end of the upper round rod is fixedly connected to the second fixing ring. The lower guard plate is fixedly connected to the side surface of the third fixing ring, a chute is opened on the surface of the lower guard plate, and then a lower round rod is movably connected inside the chute. The other end of the lower round rod is fixedly connected to the fourth fixing ring. A fixing block is fixedly connected to the outside of the first fixing ring, and the fixing block is connected to a connecting block through a rotating shaft, and the connecting block is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring. A connecting plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring, a fixing plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the first fixing ring, a round hole is opened on the surface of the fixing plate, a bolt passes through the round hole, and the bolt passes through a through hole inside, and the through hole is opened on the surface of the connecting plate. The upper guard plate is attached to the surface of the sleeve. In this way, when the drain pipe is buried underground, the lower guard plate, the third fixing ring, and the fourth fixing ring are used to fit the sleeve, the bottom of the first pipe section, and the second pipe section, and the connecting block and the fixing block are used to flip the upper guard plate, the first fixing ring, and the second fixing ring through the rotating shaft, so that they fit the top of the sleeve, the first pipe section, and the second pipe section. Then, the bolt is tightened to fix the upper guard plate and the lower guard plate and attach them to the surface of the sleeve at the drain pipe interface, and the first fixing ring, the second fixing ring, the third fixing ring, and the fourth fixing ring tightly clamp the first pipe section, the second pipe section, and the sleeve. In this way, if the pipe trench is uneven, the interface of the drain pipe buried underground can be protected from being bent by force, effectively avoiding damage and rupture and leakage. It has strong protection for the interface of the drain pipe;

[0015] 2. The temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction installs sealing strips on the side of the first fixing ring, installs sealing strips on the side of the second fixing ring, installs sealing strips on the side of the third fixing ring, installs sealing strips on the side of the fourth fixing ring, then fixedly connects springs to the outside of the upper guard plate, and the other ends of the springs are fixedly connected to the second fixing ring. Springs are fixedly connected to the outside of the lower guard plate, and then the other ends of the springs are fixedly connected to the fourth fixing ring. The sealing strips are attached to the side of the casing. In this way, when the drainage pipe is buried underground, the elasticity of the springs can be utilized to pull the first fixing ring and the third fixing ring and the second fixing ring and the fourth fixing ring, place the first fixing ring and the second fixing ring on both sides of the casing and release them, and then use the resilience of the springs to make the sealing strips fit the gaps at the interfaces on the side of the casing, so as to improve the sealing effect at the interfaces, thereby strengthening the sealing performance of the drainage pipe interfaces, effectively reducing the risk of leakage, and affecting the normal use of the drainage pipe. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of the present invention, and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other related drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0017] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the round hole structure of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the fixing plate structure of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the sealing strip structure of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the ground nail structure of the present invention.

[0022] Explanation of the marks in the figure: 1. First fixing ring; 2. Second fixing ring; 3. First section of pipe; 4. Second section of pipe; 5. Bottom plate; 6. Support plate; 7. Casing; 8. Round hole; 9. Perforation; 10. Fixing plate; 11. Bolt; 12. Connecting plate; 13. Third fixing ring; 14. Fourth fixing ring; 15. Connecting block; 16. Fixed block; 17. Upper round rod; 18. Upper guard plate; 19. Sealing strip; 20. Chute; 21. Lower round rod; 22. Lower guard plate; 23. Spring; 24. Ground nail. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0023] In the following text, only some exemplary embodiments are simply described. As those skilled in the art can recognize, the described embodiments can be modified in various different ways without departing from the spirit or scope of the embodiments of the present utility model. Therefore, the accompanying drawings and the description are considered to be exemplary in nature rather than restrictive.

[0024] In the description of the embodiments of the present utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by terms such as "length", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation to the embodiments of the present utility model.

[0025] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, the features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the embodiments of the present utility model, the meaning of "a plurality" is two or more unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0026] In the embodiments of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, terms such as "installation", "connection", "connection", "fixation", etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or integrated; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; it can be directly connected, or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and can be the internal communication of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present utility model can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0027] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing different structures of the embodiments of the present utility model. To simplify the disclosure of the embodiments of the present utility model, the components and settings of specific examples are described below. Of course, they are only examples and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present utility model. In addition, the embodiments of the present utility model may repeat reference numerals and / or reference letters in different examples. This repetition is for the purpose of simplification and clarity and does not itself indicate the relationship between the various embodiments and / or settings discussed.

[0028] To better understand the purpose, structure, and function of the present utility model, the following further describes in detail a temporary drain pipe protection device for engineering construction of the present utility model with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] As Figures 1-5 shown, a temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction of the utility model includes a first section of pipe 3 and a second section of pipe 4. A first fixing ring 1 is provided above the first section of pipe 3. The bottom of the first section of pipe 3 is attached to a third fixing ring 13. The side of the first fixing ring 1 is fixedly connected to an upper guard plate 18. A chute 20 is opened on the surface of the upper guard plate 18. An upper round rod 17 is movably connected inside the chute 20. The other end of the upper round rod 17 is fixedly connected to a second fixing ring 2. The side of the third fixing ring 13 is fixedly connected to a lower guard plate 22. A chute 20 is opened on the surface of the lower guard plate 22. A lower round rod 21 is movably connected inside the chute 20. The other end of the lower round rod 21 is fixedly connected to a fourth fixing ring 14. The outside of the first fixing ring 1 is fixedly connected to a fixing block 16. The fixing block 16 is connected to a connecting block 15 through a rotating shaft. Through the structure of the provided fixing block 16 and connecting block 15, it is convenient for installers to flip the structures of the first fixing ring 1 and the second fixing ring 2. The connecting block 15 is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring 13. A connecting plate 12 is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring 13. A fixing plate 10 is fixedly connected to the outside of the first fixing ring 1. A round hole 8 is opened on the surface of the fixing plate 10. A bolt 11 passes through the inside of the round hole 8. The bolt 11 passes through a through hole 9 inside. The through hole 9 is opened on the surface of the connecting plate 12. The upper guard plate 18 is attached to the surface of the sleeve 7. In this way, when the drainage pipe is buried underground, the lower guard plate 22, the third fixing ring 13 and the fourth fixing ring 14 are used to fit the sleeve 7 and the bottoms of the first section of pipe 3 and the second section of pipe 4, and the connecting block 15 and the fixing block 16 are used to flip the upper guard plate 18, the first fixing ring 1 and the second fixing ring 2 through the rotating shaft, so that they fit the sleeve 7 and the tops of the first section of pipe 3 and the second section of pipe 4. Then, the bolt 11 is tightened to fix the upper guard plate 18 and the lower guard plate 22 and attach them to the surface of the sleeve 7 at the interface of the drainage pipe. Moreover, the first fixing ring 1 and the second fixing ring 2 and the third fixing ring 13 and the fourth fixing ring 14 tightly clamp the first section of pipe 3, the second section of pipe 4 and the sleeve 7. In this way, if the pipe trench is uneven, it can protect the interface of the drainage pipe buried underground from being easily bent by force, effectively avoiding damage and rupture caused by leakage, and providing strong protection for the interface of the drainage pipe.

[0030] A sealing strip 19 is installed on the side of the first fixing ring 1, a sealing strip 19 is installed on the side of the second fixing ring 2, a sealing strip 19 is installed on the side of the third fixing ring 13, and a sealing strip 19 is installed on the side of the fourth fixing ring 14. The outer part of the upper guard plate 18 is fixedly connected to a spring 23, and the other end of the spring 23 is fixedly connected to the second fixing ring 2. The outer part of the lower guard plate 22 is fixedly connected to a spring 23, and the other end of the spring 23 is fixedly connected to the fourth fixing ring 14. The sealing strip 19 fits on the side of the sleeve 7. In this way, when the drain pipe is buried underground, the elasticity of the spring 23 can be utilized. After pulling the first fixing ring 1 and the third fixing ring 13 and the second fixing ring 2 and the fourth fixing ring 14, the first fixing ring 1 and the second fixing ring 2 are placed on both sides of the sleeve 7 and then released. Then, the resilience of the spring 23 is used to make the sealing strip 19 fit the gap at the interface on the side of the sleeve 7, so as to improve the sealing effect at the interface. In this way, the sealing performance of the drain pipe interface can be enhanced, effectively reducing the risk of leakage and affecting the normal use of the drain pipe.

[0031] The bottom of the third fixing ring 13 is fixedly connected to a support plate 6, and a bottom plate 5 is installed at the bottom of the support plate 6. Through the structure of the support plate 6 and the bottom plate 5 provided, the support effect on the third fixing ring 13 is effectively achieved.

[0032] The bottom of the fourth fixing ring 14 is fixedly connected to a support plate 6, and a bottom plate 5 is installed at the bottom of the support plate 6. Through the structure of the support plate 6 and the bottom plate 5 provided, the support effect on the fourth fixing ring 14 is effectively achieved.

[0033] The bottom of the bottom plate 5 is fixedly connected to ground nails 24, and the ground nails 24 are distributed at equal intervals. Through the structure of the ground nails 24 provided, the friction between the bottom plate 5 and the ground is effectively increased, providing good stability for the drain pipe.

[0034] The first section of pipe 3 is sleeved inside the sleeve 7, and the other end of the sleeve 7 is sleeved with the second section of pipe 4. Through the structure of the sleeve 7 provided, it is convenient for the staff to use.

[0035] Working principle of the temporary drainage pipe protection device for project construction: When using the temporary drainage pipe protection device for project construction, first, a first fixing ring 1 is provided above the first section of pipe 3, and the third fixing ring 13 is attached to the bottom of the first section of pipe 3. An upper guard plate 18 is fixedly connected to the side of the first fixing ring 1. A chute 20 is opened on the surface of the upper guard plate 18, and an upper round rod 17 is movably connected inside the chute 20. Then, the other end of the upper round rod 17 is fixedly connected to the second fixing ring 2. A lower guard plate 22 is fixedly connected to the side of the third fixing ring 13. A chute 20 is opened on the surface of the lower guard plate 22. Then, a lower round rod 21 is movably connected inside the chute 20. The other end of the lower round rod 21 is fixedly connected to the fourth fixing ring 14. A fixing block 16 is fixedly connected to the outside of the first fixing ring 1, and the fixing block 16 is connected to the connecting block 15 through a rotating shaft, and the connecting block 15 is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring 13. A connecting plate 12 is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring 13. A fixing plate 10 is fixedly connected to the outside of the first fixing ring 1. A round hole 8 is opened on the surface of the fixing plate 10, and a bolt 11 passes through the inside of the round hole 8, and the bolt 11 passes through a through hole 9 inside, and the through hole 9 is opened on the surface of the connecting plate 12, and the guard plate is attached to the surface of the sleeve 7. In this way, when the drainage pipe is buried underground, the lower guard plate 22, the third fixing ring 13, and the fourth fixing ring 14 are used to fit the sleeve 7, the bottom of the first section of pipe 3, and the second section of pipe 4, and the connecting block 15 and the fixing block 16 are used to turn the upper guard plate 18, the first fixing ring 1, and the second fixing ring 2 through the rotating shaft, so that they fit the top of the sleeve 7, the first section of pipe 3, and the second section of pipe 4. Then, the bolt 11 is tightened to fix the upper guard plate 18 and the lower guard plate 22 and attach them to the surface of the sleeve 7 at the interface of the drainage pipe, and the first fixing ring 1, the second fixing ring 2, the third fixing ring 13, and the fourth fixing ring 14 tightly clamp the first section of pipe 3, the second section of pipe 4, and the sleeve 7. In this way, if the pipe trench is uneven, it can protect the interface of the drainage pipe buried underground from being easily bent by force, effectively avoiding damage and rupture and causing leakage. It has strong protection for the interface of the drainage pipe. Secondly, a sealing strip can be installed on the side of the first fixing ring 1, a sealing strip can be installed on the side of the second fixing ring 2, a sealing strip can be installed on the side of the third fixing ring 13, and a sealing strip can be installed on the side of the fourth fixing ring 14. Then, a spring 23 is fixedly connected to the outside of the upper guard plate 18, and the other end of the spring 23 is fixedly connected to the second fixing ring 2. A spring 23 is fixedly connected to the outside of the lower guard plate 22, and then the other end of the spring 23 is fixedly connected to the fourth fixing ring 14. The sealing strip 19 is attached to the side of the sleeve 7. In this way, when the drainage pipe is buried underground, the elasticity of the spring 23 can be used to pull the first fixing ring 1, the third fixing ring 13, the second fixing ring 2, and the fourth fixing ring 14, and then release the first fixing ring 1 and the second fixing ring 2 on both sides of the sleeve 7, and then use the resilience of the spring 23 to make the sealing strip 19 fit the gap at the interface on the side of the sleeve 7, so as to improve the sealing effect at the interface. In this way, the sealing performance of the drainage pipe interface can be enhanced, effectively reducing the risk of leakage and affecting the normal use of the drainage pipe.

[0036] It can be understood that the present utility model is described through some embodiments. Those skilled in the art know that, without departing from the spirit and scope of the present utility model, various changes or equivalent replacements can be made to these features and embodiments. Additionally, under the teaching of the present utility model, these features and embodiments can be modified to adapt to specific situations and materials without departing from the spirit and scope of the present utility model. Therefore, the present utility model is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed herein, and all embodiments falling within the scope of the claims of this application belong to the scope protected by the present utility model.

Claims

1. A temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction, comprising a first pipe section (3) and a second pipe section (4), characterized in that: A first fixing ring (1) is provided above the first tube section (3); the bottom of the first tube section (3) is fitted with a third fixing ring (13); the first fixing ring (1) is fixedly connected to an upper guard plate (18) on the side; a sliding groove (20) is provided on the surface of the upper guard plate (18); the sliding groove (20) is movably connected to an upper round rod (17); the other end of the upper round rod (17) is fixedly connected to a second fixing ring (2); the third fixing ring (13) is fixedly connected to a lower guard plate (22) on the side; a sliding groove (20) is provided on the surface of the lower guard plate (22); the sliding groove (20) is movably connected to a lower round rod (21); the other end of the lower round rod (21) is fixedly connected to a fourth fixing ring (13); The first fixing ring (1) is externally fixedly connected to a fixing block (16), the fixing block (16) is connected to a connecting block (15) via a rotating shaft, the connecting block (15) is fixedly connected to the outside of the third fixing ring (13), the fourth fixing ring (14) is externally fixedly connected to a connecting plate (12), the first fixing ring (1) is externally fixedly connected to a fixing plate (10), a circular hole (8) is provided on the surface of the fixing plate (10), a bolt (11) passes through the inside of the circular hole (8), the bolt (11) passes through the inside of a through hole (9), the through hole (9) is provided on the surface of the connecting plate (12), and the upper guard plate (18) is attached to the surface of the sleeve (7).

2. The temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction according to claim 1 is characterized in that: A sealing strip (19) is installed on the side of the first fixing ring (1), a sealing strip (19) is installed on the side of the second fixing ring (2), a sealing strip (19) is installed on the side of the third fixing ring (13), and a sealing strip (19) is installed on the side of the fourth fixing ring (14). The upper guard plate (18) is externally fixedly connected to a spring (23), and the other end of the spring (23) is fixedly connected to the second fixing ring (2). The lower guard plate (22) is externally fixedly connected to a spring (23), and the other end of the spring (23) is fixedly connected to the fourth fixing ring (14). The sealing strip (19) is attached to the side of the sleeve (7).

3. The temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The bottom of the third fixing ring (13) is fixedly connected to the support plate (6), and the bottom of the support plate (6) is mounted on the bottom of the base plate (5).

4. The temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The bottom of the fourth fixing ring (14) is fixedly connected to the support plate (6), and the bottom of the support plate (6) is mounted on the bottom of the base plate (5).

5. The temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The bottom of the base plate (5) is fixedly connected to ground nails (24), and the ground nails (24) are distributed in an equidistant manner.

6. The temporary drainage pipe protection device for engineering construction according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The first section of the pipe (3) is sleeved inside the sleeve (7), and the other end of the sleeve (7) is sleeved on the second section of the pipe (4).