Outboard engine hanger for fire fighting truck

By designing the outboard hanger for fire trucks, the mount height is reduced by using swing rods and positioning components, the physical consumption and safety hazards of firefighters lifting weights are solved, and a fast and safe outboard mount is achieved.

CN223085954UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-11梅州市梅江区消防救援大队
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422268103.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-14
Publication Date
2025-07-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-14

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Technical Problem

Firefighters need to lift heavy objects when mounting the outboard unit on the rear bracket of the fire truck, which consumes physical strength and poses safety risks.

Method used

Design an outboard hanger for fire trucks, including an I-shaped fixing bracket and hanger, reduce the mounting height by swinging rods and positioning components, and improve safety and efficiency with fast locking components and anti-shaking components.

Benefits of technology

It reduces the physical consumption of firefighters, improves the mounting speed and safety, and reduces the possibility of unexpected situations.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an outboard engine hanger for a fire fighting truck. Belongs to the technical field of fire-fighting equipment. According to the technical key points, the device comprises an I-shaped fixing support installed on the fire fighting truck, an I-shaped hanging frame is arranged in front of the fixing support in parallel, the upper end and the lower end of the hanging frame are connected with the fixing support through parallel swing rods respectively, and the two ends of each swing rod are hinged to the hanging frame and the fixing support respectively; the hanging rack is kept parallel to the fixed bracket in the swinging process; a positioning assembly matched with the swing rod is arranged on the fixing support, and when the swing rod is matched with the positioning assembly, the hanging frame is located on the lower portion, and the included angle alpha between the swing rod and the vertical plane ranges from 15 degrees to 30 degrees. A quick locking assembly is arranged between the hanging frame and the fixing support. The outboard engine hanging frame for the fire fighting truck is simple in structure and convenient to hang. The device is used for mounting the outboard engine on the fire fighting truck for transportation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to an outboard engine hanger, and more specifically, to an outboard engine hanger for a fire truck. Background Art

[0002] An outboard engine refers to a propulsion engine installed outside the hull (ship's side), usually suspended outside the transom. The outboard engine has a high degree of integration and is simple to install and select. It is widely used in the fields of fishery, commercial operation and fire rescue.

[0003] When going to the outdoor water area for fire rescue, the outboard engine is transported by hanging on the bracket at the rear of the fire truck. In the current transportation method, the outboard engine is usually mounted by manual handling of firefighters. Since the height of the bracket at the rear of the fire truck is relatively high, the outboard engine needs to be lifted to a relatively high position to complete the mounting. And the outboard engine is relatively heavy, and the whole process consumes the physical strength of firefighters extremely. And when the lifting height is relatively high, if there are accidents such as a person losing strength or slipping hands, it is easy to affect the safety of personnel. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an outboard engine hanger for a fire truck with a simple structure and convenient mounting in view of the above-mentioned deficiencies of the prior art.

[0005] The technical solution of the utility model is realized as follows: An outboard engine hanger for a fire truck includes a fixed bracket installed on the fire truck and in an I-shape. A hanging bracket in an I-shape is arranged in parallel in front of the fixed bracket. The upper and lower ends of the hanging bracket are respectively connected to the fixed bracket through parallel swing rods. The two ends of the swing rod are respectively hinged to the hanging bracket and the fixed bracket. The hanging bracket remains parallel to the fixed bracket during the swinging process.

[0006] A positioning component matched with the swing rod is arranged on the fixed bracket. When the swing rod is matched with the positioning component, the hanging bracket is located below and the included angle α between the swing rod and the vertical plane is 15-30°. A quick-lock component is arranged between the hanging bracket and the fixed bracket.

[0007] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, the fixed bracket includes at least two first vertical beams. First horizontal beams are arranged at the upper and lower ends of each first vertical beam. First sleeves matched with the first horizontal beams are arranged at the upper and lower ends of the first vertical beams. First long holes are arranged on the first horizontal beams. First through holes matched with the first long holes are arranged on the first sleeves. A plurality of mounting holes for cooperating with and fixing to the ship's side of the fire truck are uniformly distributed vertically on the first vertical beams.

[0008] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, mounting suspensions are detachably provided near the ends of both ends of the first horizontal beam, and positioning long holes are provided on the mounting suspensions; adjustment long holes matching the mounting suspensions are provided near the ends of both ends of the first horizontal beam.

[0009] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, the hanger includes at least two second vertical beams, second horizontal beams are provided at both the upper and lower ends of each second vertical beam, and second sleeves matching the second horizontal beams are provided at both the upper and lower ends of the second vertical beam; second long holes are provided on the second horizontal beams, and second through holes matching the second long holes are provided on the second sleeves.

[0010] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, the positioning assembly includes a positioning stop block provided on the fixed bracket, and the positioning stop block is located below the swing rod hinge seat; an inclined positioning surface is formed at the front end of the positioning stop block, and the included angle between the inclined positioning surface and the vertical plane is 15 - 30°.

[0011] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, the quick-lock assembly includes a T-shaped latch rod hinged to the upper end of the fixed bracket, and a positioning block matching the T-shaped latch rod is provided at the upper end of the hanger; corresponding pin holes are provided on the positioning block and the T-shaped latch rod, and a positioning pin is provided in the pin hole.

[0012] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, an anti-vibration component is detachably provided on the hanger; the anti-vibration component includes a hinge seat detachably provided on the hanger, a sleeve is hinged on the hinge seat, a piston rod is provided in the sleeve, and a return spring is sleeved on the piston rod; in the initial state, the piston end of the piston rod is located at the inner end of the sleeve.

[0013] An arc-shaped pressing plate adapted to the outboard engine is provided at the free end of the piston rod, and a positioning block matching the air hole of the outboard engine is provided on the arc-shaped pressing plate.

[0014] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, at least one set of two cooperating positioning pieces are provided on the hanger, the distance between the two cooperating positioning pieces is equal to the width of the outboard engine hook, and an introduction inclined surface is provided at the upper end on the opposite side of the two positioning pieces.

[0015] In the above-mentioned outboard engine hanger for a fire truck, a plurality of rubber pads are provided on the fixed bracket, the rubber pads are installed on the fixed bracket through fastening screws, and a stepped groove for installing the fastening screws is provided on the rubber pads.

[0016] After adopting the above structure, the utility model enables the hanging rack to swing forward and downward through the swing rod, reduces the height of the hanging rack, decreases the height required to lift when mounting the outboard engine, can effectively reduce the physical consumption of firefighters, and facilitates hanging the outboard engine on the hanging rack. Meanwhile, it can complete the mounting of the outboard engine relatively quickly, reduce the time of lifting the outboard engine, decrease the possibility of accidents such as fatigue or slippery hands of personnel, and improve safety. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0017] The following further elaborates on the present utility model in conjunction with the embodiments in the drawings, but it does not constitute any limitation to the present utility model.

[0018] Figure 1 is a schematic structural view of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 is a schematic structural view of the side view of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 is a schematic structural view of the present utility model in the open state;

[0021] Figure 4 is a schematic structural view of the side view of the present utility model in the open state;

[0022] Figure 5 is a schematic structural view of the fixing bracket of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 is a schematic structural view of the hanging rack of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 is a schematic structural view of the anti - swaying assembly of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 8 is a schematic view of the partial structure at position A of the present utility model.

[0026] In the figure: 1, fixing bracket; 1a, first vertical beam; 1b, first horizontal beam; 1c, first sleeve; 1d, first long hole; 1e, first through - hole; 1f, mounting hole; 2, hanging rack; 2a, second vertical beam; 2b, second horizontal beam; 2c, second sleeve; 2d, second long hole; 2e, second through - hole; 3, swing rod; 4, positioning assembly; 4a, positioning stop block; 4b, inclined positioning surface; 5, quick - lock assembly; 5a, T - shaped latch rod; 5b, positioning block; 5c, pin hole; 5d, positioning pin; 6, mounting suspension; 7, positioning long hole; 8, adjusting long hole; 9, anti - swaying assembly; 9a, hinge seat; 9b, sleeve; 9c, piston rod; 9d, return spring; 9e, arc - shaped pressing plate; 9f, positioning block; 10, positioning piece; 11, guiding inclined surface; 12, rubber pad; 13, stepped groove. Detailed Description of the Embodiment

[0027] Refer to Figure 1-8 As shown, an outboard engine hanger for a fire truck of the utility model includes a fixed bracket 1 installed on the fire truck and in an I-shape. A hanger 2 in an I-shape is arranged in parallel in front of the fixed bracket 1. The upper and lower ends of the hanger 2 are respectively connected to the fixed bracket 1 through parallel swing rods 3. The two ends of the swing rod 3 are respectively hinged to the hanger 2 and the fixed bracket 1. The hanger 2 remains parallel to the fixed bracket 1 during the swinging process. One or two outboard engines can be mounted on the hanger. Through the swing rod, the hanger can swing downward, reducing the height of the hanger and the height required to lift the outboard engine during mounting, effectively reducing the physical consumption of firefighters and facilitating the hanging of the outboard engine on the hanger. At the same time, the outboard engine can be mounted relatively quickly, reducing the time of holding up the outboard engine and reducing the possibility of accidents such as fatigue or slippery hands of personnel, improving safety.

[0028] A positioning component 4 matching with the swing rod 3 is arranged on the fixed bracket 1. When the swing rod 3 cooperates with the positioning component 4, the hanger 2 is located below and the included angle α between the swing rod 3 and the vertical plane is 15-30°; A quick-lock component 5 is arranged between the hanger 2 and the fixed bracket 1. Through the positioning component, the hanger swings to the lower part and is located at the front end of the fixed bracket, leaving a gap for the mounting of the outboard engine. At the same time, when returning, there is no need to adjust the swing rod, which is convenient for pushing the hanger back above after the mounting is completed.

[0029] In this embodiment, the fixed bracket 1 includes at least two first vertical beams 1a. First horizontal beams 1b are arranged at the upper and lower ends of each first vertical beam 1a. First sleeves 1c matching with the first horizontal beams 1b are arranged at the upper and lower ends of the first vertical beam 1a; First long holes 1d are arranged on the first horizontal beam 1b, and first through holes 1e matching with the first long holes 1d are arranged on the first sleeves 1c; A plurality of mounting holes 1f for cooperating and fixing with the side of the fire truck are uniformly arranged vertically on the first vertical beam 1a. After adopting this structure, setting at least two first vertical beams can effectively increase the strength of the fixed bracket. The swing rod is hinged on the first vertical beam. The distance between the two first vertical beams is adjusted through the first sleeve and the first long hole, and can be adjusted according to the installation position on the fire truck. At the same time, setting a plurality of mounting holes can be adjusted according to the height of the installation screw holes on the fire truck to ensure that the fixed bracket is installed at a suitable height.

[0030] Further preferably, mounting suspensions 6 are detachably provided at the near ends of both ends of the first horizontal beam 1b, and positioning long holes 7 are provided on the mounting suspensions 6; adjustment long holes 8 cooperating with the mounting suspensions 6 are provided at the near ends of both ends of the first horizontal beam 1b. The mounting screw holes at the rear of some fire trucks are vertically arranged at the upper end. By providing the mounting suspension to cooperate with them, various mounting screw hole positions can be adapted through the positioning long holes and the adjustment long holes. In this embodiment, the mounting suspension is sleeved on the first horizontal beam through a sleeve, which is convenient for adjusting the position of the mounting suspension.

[0031] In this embodiment, the hanging bracket 2 includes at least two second vertical beams 2a, and second horizontal beams 2b are provided at both the upper and lower ends of each second vertical beam 2a. Second sleeves 2c cooperating with the second horizontal beams 2b are provided at both the upper and lower ends of the second vertical beam 2a; second long holes 2d are provided on the second horizontal beams 2b, and second through holes 2e cooperating with the second long holes 2d are provided on the second sleeves 2c. After adopting this structure, setting at least two second vertical beams can effectively increase the strength of the hanging bracket. The swing rod is hinged on the second vertical beam, and the distance between the two second vertical beams is adjusted through the second sleeve and the second long hole, and can be adjusted according to the size of the fixed bracket. The length of the second horizontal beam at the upper end is longer, providing sufficient space for the mounting of the outboard engine.

[0032] In this embodiment, the positioning assembly 4 includes a positioning stop block 4a provided on the fixed bracket 1, and the positioning stop block 4a is located below the hinge seat of the swing rod 3; an inclined positioning surface 4b is formed at the front end of the positioning stop block 4a, and the included angle between the inclined positioning surface 4b and the vertical plane is 15 - 30°. Limitation is carried out through the contact between the inclined positioning surface and the side wall of the swing rod. Since the included angle between it and the vertical plane is 15 - 30°, most of the force exerted by the swing rod on the positioning stop block is a lateral force, which can better maintain the stability of the hanging bracket.

[0033] In this embodiment, the quick - lock assembly 5 includes a T - shaped latch rod 5a hinged to the upper end of the fixed bracket 1, and a positioning latch block 5b cooperating with the T - shaped latch rod 5a is provided at the upper end of the hanging bracket 2; corresponding pin holes 5c are provided on the positioning latch block 5b and the T - shaped latch rod 5a, and a positioning pin 5d is provided in the pin hole 5c. After adopting this structure, the hanging bracket can be quickly fixed through the cooperation of the T - shaped latch rod and the positioning latch block. In order to improve the fixing strength, multiple quick - lock assemblies can be provided at the upper end and the side of the fixed bracket and the hanging bracket for fixing.

[0034] In this embodiment, an anti - sway assembly 9 is detachably provided on the hanging bracket 2; the anti - sway assembly 9 includes a hinge seat 9a detachably provided on the hanging bracket 2, a sleeve 9b is hinged on the hinge seat 9a, a piston rod 9c is provided in the sleeve 9b, and a return spring 9d is sleeved on the piston rod 9c; in the initial state, the piston end of the piston rod 9c is located at the inner end of the sleeve 9b.

[0035] An arc-shaped pressing plate 9e adapted to the outboard engine is provided at the free end of the piston rod 9c, and a positioning block 9f adapted to the air hole of the outboard engine is provided on the arc-shaped pressing plate 9e. The piston rod is pushed inward and tightened by a return spring, and the arc-shaped pressing plate presses the outboard engine tightly, avoiding the front-back shaking of the outboard engine and preventing the outboard engine from falling. Since the piston rod can rotate freely in the sleeve, the arc-shaped pressing plate can rotate to face outward in the initial state, avoiding affecting the mounting of the outboard engine.

[0036] In this embodiment, preferably, at least one set of two cooperating positioning pieces 10 is provided on the hanging bracket 2, and the distance between the two cooperating positioning pieces 10 is equal to the width of the outboard engine hook. An introduction inclined surface 11 is provided at the upper end of the opposite side of the two positioning pieces 10. The outboard engine is positioned and installed by setting the positioning pieces, avoiding the outboard engine sliding along the hanging bracket when the fire truck turns during transportation. At the same time, it is convenient to pre-position and install the anti-shaking component at a suitable position on one side of the positioning piece, without the need to adjust according to the position of the outboard engine, saving the fixing time after mounting and improving the efficiency.

[0037] In this embodiment, preferably, a plurality of rubber pads 12 are provided on the fixing bracket 1, and the rubber pads 12 are installed on the fixing bracket 1 through fastening screws. A stepped groove 13 for installing the fastening screws is provided on the rubber pads 12. The thickness of the rubber pad is greater than the size of the hinge seat on the hanging bracket for hinging the swing rod. When the hanging bracket is turned upwards, it is buffered by the rubber pad, avoiding damage caused by the collision between the hinge seat on the hanging bracket and the fixing bracket.

[0038] During operation, first pull out the pin and turn up the T-shaped latch rod, turn the hanging bracket downwards until each swing rod cooperates with the corresponding positioning stop block, lift the outboard engine so that the hook is hung on the second horizontal beam between the two corresponding positioning pieces, turn the sleeve and pull out the arc-shaped pressing plate to cooperate with the outer wall of the outboard engine, and fix the positioning block in cooperation with the air hole of the outboard engine. Then, turn the hanging bracket back to a high position manually or by an external lifting tool, turn the T-shaped latch rod to cooperate with the positioning block and insert the pin for fixing.

[0039] The above-mentioned embodiments are the preferred embodiments of the present invention, which are only used to conveniently illustrate the present invention and do not impose any form of limitation on the present invention. Any person with ordinary knowledge in the technical field, without departing from the technical features of the present invention, makes local changes or modified equivalent embodiments using the technical content disclosed in the present invention, and without departing from the technical feature content of the present invention, still belongs to the scope of the technical features of the present invention.

Claims

1. An outboard engine mounting bracket for a fire truck, comprising a fixed bracket (1) mounted on the fire truck and in an I-shape, characterized in that, A hanger (2) in the shape of a capital "I" is arranged in front of the fixed bracket (1) in parallel. The upper and lower ends of the hanger (2) are respectively connected to the fixed bracket (1) through parallel swing rods (3). The two ends of the swing rod (3) are respectively hinged to the hanger (2) and the fixed bracket (1). The hanger (2) remains parallel to the fixed bracket (1) during the swinging process. A positioning assembly (4) matching with the swing rod (3) is arranged on the fixed bracket (1). When the swing rod (3) cooperates with the positioning assembly (4), the hanger (2) is located below and the included angle α between the swing rod (3) and the vertical plane is 15°-30°. A quick-lock assembly (5) is arranged between the hanger (2) and the fixed bracket (1).

2. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 1, wherein The fixed bracket (1) includes at least two first vertical beams (1a). First horizontal beams (1b) are arranged at the upper and lower ends of each first vertical beam (1a). First sleeves (1c) matching with the first horizontal beams (1b) are arranged at the upper and lower ends of the first vertical beam (1a). First long holes (1d) are arranged on the first horizontal beams (1b). First through holes (1e) matching with the first long holes (1d) are arranged on the first sleeves (1c). A plurality of mounting holes (1f) for cooperating and fixing with the side of a fire truck are evenly distributed vertically on the first vertical beam (1a).

3. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 2, characterized in that, Mounting suspensions (6) are detachably arranged at the near ends of both ends of the first horizontal beam (1b). Positioning long holes (7) are arranged on the mounting suspensions (6). Adjusting long holes (8) matching with the mounting suspensions (6) are arranged at the near ends of both ends of the first horizontal beam (1b).

4. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hanger (2) includes at least two second vertical beams (2a). Second horizontal beams (2b) are arranged at the upper and lower ends of each second vertical beam (2a). Second sleeves (2c) matching with the second horizontal beams (2b) are arranged at the upper and lower ends of the second vertical beam (2a). Second long holes (2d) are arranged on the second horizontal beams (2b). Second through holes (2e) matching with the second long holes (2d) are arranged on the second sleeves (2c).

5. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning assembly (4) includes a positioning stop block (4a) arranged on the fixed bracket (1). The positioning stop block (4a) is located below the hinge seat of the swing rod (3). An inclined positioning surface (4b) is formed at the front end of the positioning stop block (4a). The included angle between the inclined positioning surface (4b) and the vertical plane is 15°-30°.

6. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, The quick-lock assembly (5) includes a T-shaped locking rod (5a) hinged to the upper end of the fixed bracket (1). A positioning block (5b) matching with the T-shaped locking rod (5a) is arranged at the upper end of the hanger (2). Corresponding pin holes (5c) are arranged on the positioning block (5b) and the T-shaped locking rod (5a). A positioning pin (5d) is arranged in the pin hole (5c).

7. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, A shock-proof component (9) is detachably provided on the hanger (2); the shock-proof component (9) includes a hinge seat (9a) detachably provided on the hanger (2), a sleeve (9b) is hinged on the hinge seat (9a), a piston rod (9c) is provided in the sleeve (9b), and a return spring (9d) is sleeved on the piston rod (9c); in the initial state, the piston end of the piston rod (9c) is located at the inner end of the sleeve (9b). An arc-shaped pressing plate (9e) adapted to the outboard engine is provided at the free end of the piston rod (9c), and a positioning block (9f) matched with the air hole of the outboard engine is provided on the arc-shaped pressing plate (9e).

8. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one set of two cooperating positioning pieces (10) is provided on the hanger (2), the distance between the two cooperating positioning pieces (10) is equal to the width of the outboard engine hook, and an inlet slope (11) is provided at the upper end of the opposite side of the two positioning pieces (10).

9. The outboard engine hanger for a fire truck according to claim 1, wherein, A plurality of rubber pads (12) are provided on the fixed bracket (1), the rubber pads (12) are installed on the fixed bracket (1) through fastening screws, and a stepped groove (13) for installing the fastening screws is provided on the rubber pads (12).