Modular base and heat pump

The modular base, with its detachable support components and locking mechanism, solves the problem of traditional heat pump bases being non-separable, enabling efficient and flexible installation and maintenance, and improving equipment stability and user experience.

CN223579392UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-21GUANGDONG PHNIX ECO ENERGY SOLUTION
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Application Number
CN202520146832.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-21
Publication Date
2025-11-21
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-21

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Technical Problem

Traditional heat pump base designs are not detachable, leading to complex installation and maintenance processes, high labor costs, and easy equipment damage, which affects system stability and efficiency.

Method used

It adopts a modular base design, including detachable support components and locking components. The support components are connected to the base plate through the locking components to form a fork passage, which facilitates forklift operation and simplifies handling and installation.

Benefits of technology

It improves installation efficiency and flexibility, reduces labor costs, enhances equipment stability and user experience, reduces maintenance costs, and improves transportation convenience.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a modular base and a heat pump, the modular base comprises a bottom plate, a plurality of supporting pieces and a locking assembly, the multiple supporting pieces are detachably arranged at the bottom of the bottom plate at intervals through the locking assembly, and a pallet fork channel is formed between every two adjacent supporting pieces; the locking assembly comprises a main body piece arranged on the bottom plate and a locking piece arranged on the supporting piece, and a locking hole matched with the locking piece for locking is formed in the main body piece, so that the locking piece is vertically inserted into the locking hole or separated from the locking hole; and further, the supporting piece is assembled to the bottom of the bottom plate or separated from the bottom plate. The installation efficiency, flexibility and user experience of the heat pump are improved.
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TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of heat pumps, and in particular to a modular base and heat pump. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the widespread application of air energy heating heat pump systems, the efficiency and convenience of the installation and maintenance process are crucial to ensuring the stable operation of the system and reducing operating costs. However, the one-piece structure adopted by traditional base designs has exposed significant problems in terms of manpower and time costs in actual applications. Specifically, such bases are closely connected to the heat pump body and lack the necessary disassembly function, resulting in great difficulties for operators when the base needs to be extracted or adjusted.

[0003] Traditional heat pump wooden bases, due to their non-disassembly characteristics, often require a large amount of manpower during transportation and adjustment. This not only increases the physical burden of workers, but also makes the entire operation process slow and complex. In particular, in large commercial sites or industrial plants with relatively spacious but complex operating environments, the inconvenient operation of traditional bases is particularly prominent. Even if there is enough space for operators to operate, due to the close connection between the base and the heat pump, multiple workers still need to be organized to work together, which not only prolongs the installation and maintenance time period, but also increases unnecessary labor costs.

[0004] More seriously, the inconvenient operation of traditional base designs can also cause potential damage to the equipment during transportation. Due to the need for frequent manual transportation and adjustment, the heat pump and its related components may be damaged due to uneven force or excessive operation, thereby reducing the reliability and stability of the equipment. This not only affects the normal operation of the air energy heating heat pump system, but also can cause a series of subsequent problems, such as increased maintenance costs, decreased system efficiency, etc. CONTENT OF THE UTILITY MODEL

[0005] The purpose of the embodiments of the present application is to provide a modular base and heat pump, aiming to improve the installation efficiency, flexibility and user experience of the heat pump.

[0006] To achieve the above purpose, the technical solutions adopted by the present application are as follows:

[0007] In one aspect, a modular base is provided, comprising a base plate, a plurality of support members, and a locking assembly. The plurality of support members are detachably spaced apart on the bottom of the base plate by the locking assembly, and a fork channel is formed between two adjacent support members. The locking assembly comprises a main body arranged on the base plate, and a locking member arranged on the support member. A locking hole is formed on the main body to cooperate with the locking member, so that the locking member is inserted into or separated from the locking hole in a vertical manner, thereby assembling or separating the support member from the bottom of the base plate.

[0008] Further, the locking member comprises a base portion and a tongue portion connected to the base portion. The base portion is connected to the support member, and the tongue portion is inserted into the locking hole.

[0009] Further, an installation groove is formed on the support member for embedding the base portion.

[0010] Further, a positioning protrusion is arranged in the installation groove, and a positioning hole is formed on the base portion to cooperate with the positioning protrusion.

[0011] Further, the bottom of the base plate is provided with a support portion corresponding to the support member.

[0012] Further, the main body comprises a first reinforcing strip and a second reinforcing strip vertically connected. The first reinforcing strip is connected to the top surface of the base plate, and the second reinforcing strip is connected to the side surface of the support portion. The locking hole is formed at the connection position of the first reinforcing strip and the second reinforcing strip.

[0013] Further, the top of the base plate is provided with a plurality of limiting blocks arranged in an array.

[0014] Further, an anti-skid pad is arranged at the end of the support member away from the base plate.

[0015] Further, the base plate and the support member are made of wood material and internally embedded with reinforcing members.

[0016] In another aspect, a heat pump is also provided, comprising a heat pump body and a modular base as described above. The bottom of the heat pump body is provided with two spaced-apart support seats, and an installation space for installing the base is defined between the two support seats. The height of the support seat is the same as the height of the base.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the present application are: in the assembly link, the support piece is precisely matched with the locking hole on the main body piece on the bottom plate through the locking piece on the support piece, the locking piece is smoothly inserted into the locking hole in the vertical direction, and stable locking is realized, so that the support piece is quickly fixed at the bottom of the bottom plate to form a stable support structure. When disassembly or adjustment is needed, the locking piece can also be easily released from the locking hole in the vertical direction, so that the support piece and the bottom plate are quickly separated, and the operation is simple and fast. It is particularly worth mentioning that the ingenious design of the fork channel between adjacent support pieces provides convenience for the intervention of forklifts and other logistics equipment, greatly optimizes the carrying and moving process of the heat pump, and further enhances the convenience of operation.

[0018] The significant beneficial effects of this modular base design are: first, it significantly shortens the installation time by simplifying the installation process, improving work efficiency; second, the modular structure gives the base height flexibility, allowing it to adapt to various installation scenarios and needs; third, users can easily install and maintain the heat pump, enjoying a better user experience; at the same time, the modular design also facilitates individual replacement or repair of parts, effectively reducing long-term maintenance costs; finally, the innovative integration of the fork channel not only improves the convenience of transportation, but also speeds up the logistics turnover speed, laying a solid foundation for the widespread application of heat pumps. In summary, the modular base and heat pump design of the present application is characterized by high efficiency, flexibility, user-friendliness, and significant cost-effectiveness, greatly facilitating the installation and maintenance of air energy heating heat pump systems. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0019] The present application will be further described in detail below according to the drawings and examples.

[0020] Figure 1 is a perspective view of the base described in the embodiments of the present application;

[0021] Figure 2 is an exploded view of the base described in the embodiments of the present application;

[0022] Figure 3 is a perspective view of the locking piece described in the embodiments of the present application;

[0023] Figure 4 is a perspective view of the main body piece described in the embodiments of the present application;

[0024] Figure 5 is a perspective view of the support piece described in the embodiments of the present application;

[0025] Figure 6 is a perspective view of the heat pump described in the embodiments of the present application;

[0026] Figure 7 is a limiting schematic view of the reinforcing rib and the limiting block described in the embodiments of the present application.

[0027] In the drawings: 110, base; 1, bottom plate; 2, support; 201, mounting groove; 202, positioning protrusion; 3, locking assembly; 301, main body; 302, locking piece; 3011, first reinforcing strip; 3012, second reinforcing strip; 3013, locking hole; 3021, base portion; 3022, insertion tongue portion; 3023, positioning hole; 4, non-slip pad; 5, limiting block; 6, fork channel; 7, support portion; 120, heat pump main body; 130, support seat; 140, reinforcing rib. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] In order to make the technical problems solved in the present application, the technical solutions adopted and the technical effects reached more clear, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application are further described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some of the embodiments of the present application, not all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0029] In the description of the present application, unless explicitly defined and limited, the terms "connected", "connected", "fixed" should be understood broadly, for example, it can be fixedly connected, or it can be detachably connected, or it can be integrated; it can be mechanically connected, or it can be electrically connected; it can be directly connected, or it can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium; it can be the internal communication of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0030] In the present application, unless explicitly defined and limited, the first feature "on" or "under" the second feature can include that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features are not in direct contact but are in contact through another feature between them. Moreover, the first feature "on", "above" and "above" the second feature includes that the first feature is directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or only indicates that the horizontal height of the first feature is higher than that of the second feature. The first feature "under", "below" and "below" the second feature includes that the first feature is directly below and obliquely below the second feature, or only indicates that the horizontal height of the first feature is less than that of the second feature.

[0031] As Figures 1-7As shown, the embodiment provides a modular base, comprising a bottom plate 1, a plurality of support pieces 2, and a locking assembly 3. The plurality of support pieces 2 are detachably and spacedly arranged on the bottom of the bottom plate 1 by the locking assembly 3, and a fork channel 6 is formed between two adjacent support pieces 2. The locking assembly 3 comprises a main body piece 301 arranged on the bottom plate 1 and a locking piece 302 arranged on the support piece 2. The main body piece 301 is provided with a locking hole 3013 matched with the locking piece 302, so that the locking piece 302 is inserted into or separated from the locking hole 3013 in a vertical manner, thereby assembling or separating the support piece 2 from the bottom of the bottom plate 1.

[0032] Based on the above scheme, the modular base 110 is mainly composed of a bottom plate 1, a plurality of support pieces 2, and a locking assembly 3. The bottom plate 1 serves as a basic platform and carries the heat pump body 120. The plurality of support pieces 2 are spacedly arranged on the bottom of the bottom plate 1 in a detachable manner through the locking assembly 3. These support pieces 2 not only provide necessary support force, but also ensure the stability of the base 110. During assembly, the locking piece 302 on each support piece 2 is matched with the locking hole 3013 on the corresponding main body piece 301 of the bottom plate 1. The locking piece 302 can be inserted into the locking hole 3013 in a vertical direction, and the support piece 2 is firmly fixed on the bottom of the bottom plate 1 through physical locking. When the support piece 2 needs to be disassembled, the locking piece 302 can be separated from the locking hole 3013 in the vertical direction, so as to realize the quick separation of the support piece 2 and the bottom plate 1. In particular, a fork channel 6 is formed between two adjacent support pieces 2. This design takes into account that in actual operation, it may be necessary to use forklifts and other logistics equipment to carry and move the heat pump. The existence of the fork channel 6 makes it easy for the forklift to be inserted under the base 110, thereby realizing easy carrying of the heat pump, further improving the convenience and efficiency of operation.

[0033] Specifically, the scheme integrates a convenient on-site operation mode with forklift cooperation, taking the forklift as the core handling and operation tool, greatly improving the efficiency and safety of on-site operation. In this mode, when the forklift lifts the base 110, its powerful lifting force allows the locking piece 302 to easily detach from the main body piece 301, and the support piece 2 falls down to complete disassembly, so that the heat pump main body 120 can be smoothly detached from the original position, preparing for transfer. The smooth performance of this step is due to the precise cooperation of the modular design and the flexible operation of the locking assembly 3. As the forklift slowly descends, the bottom plate 1 naturally falls due to the loss of support from the support piece 2. This design eliminates the connection between the bottom plate 1 and the heat pump main body 120, laying the foundation for subsequent separation operations. When the forklift is ready to be pulled out, the bottom plate 1 can be naturally taken out with the movement of the forklift without additional manual intervention, thereby achieving rapid separation of the base 110 and the heat pump main body 120.

[0034] This design not only ingeniously resolves the problem and limitation of manual handling in different on-site environments, but also achieves efficient, safe and labor-saving base 110 extraction operation with the help of the powerful force of the forklift. Whether in a narrow corner or in a spacious space, the forklift can quickly complete the task without worrying about the inconvenience of operation or space limitations. This innovative design greatly improves the flexibility and timeliness of equipment maintenance and replacement, effectively reduces the downtime caused by operational inconvenience, and provides a solid guarantee for the continuous and stable operation of the air energy heating system.

[0035] Further, the locking piece 302 includes a base part 3021 and a tongue part 3022 connected to the base part 3021, the base part 3021 is connected with the support piece 2, and the tongue part 3022 is inserted into the locking hole 3013. The base part 3021, as the main bearing part of the locking piece 302, is stably connected with the support piece 2, ensuring the stability and reliability of the locking piece 302 during use. The tongue part 3022, a key design element, is ingeniously inserted into the locking hole 3013 on the main body piece 301 of the bottom plate 1, achieving firm locking between the support piece 2 and the bottom plate 1. The shape and size of the tongue part 3022 are carefully calculated and designed to ensure that it can tightly and accurately fit the locking hole 3013, thereby providing strong locking force. When the forklift lifts the base 110, the tongue part 3022 can easily slide out of the locking hole 3013, achieving quick disassembly of the support piece 2. This design not only simplifies the operation process, but also improves the disassembly efficiency, making it easier for on-site operators to complete the separation of the base 110 and the heat pump main body 120. Moreover, the connection method of the tongue part 3022 and the base part 3021 has been optimized to ensure the durability and stability of the locking piece 302 during long-term use.

[0036] Further, the support piece 2 is provided with a mounting groove 201 for embedding and mounting the base body 3021, and a positioning protrusion 202 is protrudingly arranged in the mounting groove 201. The base body 3021 is provided with a positioning hole 3023 for cooperating with the positioning protrusion 202. The mounting groove 201 is specially provided on the support piece 2 for embedding and mounting the base body 3021, which not only provides a stable mounting position for the base body 3021, but also ensures the close connection between the locking piece 302 and the support piece 2.

[0037] The positioning protrusion 202 is protrudingly arranged in the mounting groove 201, which is a key detail for accurate positioning of the locking piece 302. At the same time, the base body 3021 is also provided with a positioning hole 3023 for perfectly cooperating with the positioning protrusion 202. When the base body 3021 is embedded in the mounting groove 201, the positioning protrusion 202 is accurately inserted into the positioning hole 3023, thereby achieving the firm positioning between the locking piece 302 and the support piece 2. The cooperation between the positioning protrusion 202 and the positioning hole 3023 not only improves the accuracy and stability of the installation of the locking piece 302, but also simplifies the installation process, making it easier for the on-site operator to complete the installation of the locking piece 302. At the same time, it also ensures that the locking piece 302 will not loosen or fall off during use due to external forces, further improving the overall performance and safety of the modular base 110.

[0038] In some embodiments, the bottom of the bottom plate 1 is provided with a support part 7 corresponding to the support piece 2. The support part 7 forms a perfect corresponding relationship with the support piece 2, and when the support piece 2 is connected to the bottom plate 1 through the locking assembly 3, the support part 7 can accurately receive the support piece 2, ensuring the stability and reliability of the entire base 110 structure. This design not only improves the assembly accuracy, but also enables the base 110 to maintain good stability and balance during installation and use.

[0039] More importantly, when the base 110 needs to be disassembled, the presence of the support part 7 enables the bottom plate 1 to maintain a certain stability and support force even without the support of the support piece 2, thereby avoiding the risk of deformation or damage of the bottom plate 1 due to sudden loss of support. This design detail not only improves the durability of the base 110, but also provides a safer and more convenient operating environment for on-site operators.

[0040] In particular, the main body piece 301 includes a first reinforcing strip 3011 connected to the top surface of the bottom plate 1 and a second reinforcing strip 3012 connected to the side surface of the support part 7, and the locking hole 3013 is arranged at the joint of the first reinforcing strip 3011 and the second reinforcing strip 3012. The first reinforcing strip 3011 is closely connected to the top surface of the bottom plate 1, ensuring the firm connection between the main body piece 301 and the bottom plate 1. The second reinforcing strip 3012 is connected to the side surface of the support part 7, which not only enhances the structural strength between the bottom plate 1 and the support part 7, but also enables the main body piece 301 to accurately position and support the support part 2, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the entire base 110 structure.

[0041] More ingeniously, the locking hole 3013 is ingeniously arranged at the joint of the first reinforcing strip 3011 and the second reinforcing strip 3012. This design not only enables the locking piece 302 to be easily and accurately inserted into the locking hole 3013, achieving firm locking between the support part 2 and the bottom plate 1, but also ensures the durability and stability of the locking assembly 3 during long-term use.

[0042] In addition, the vertical joint design of the first reinforcing strip 3011 and the second reinforcing strip 3012 also enhances the anti-deformation ability of the main body piece 301 when subjected to external forces, further improving the overall performance of the base 110. This design not only improves the assembly accuracy and stability, but also provides more secure and reliable protection for the base 110 during use.

[0043] Generally, the top of the bottom plate 1 is provided with an array of limiting blocks 5, and a limiting space is formed between the limiting blocks 5, which cooperates with the reinforcing ribs 140 arranged at the bottom of the heat pump body 120 to limit and fix the heat pump body 120 on the bottom plate 1.

[0044] Further, the end of the support part 2 away from the bottom plate 1 is provided with a non-slip pad 4. The non-slip pad 4 is made of rubber material, which is known for its excellent elasticity and wear resistance, and more importantly, it has good anti-skid performance. When the base 110 is placed on the ground, the non-slip pad 4 can tightly adhere to the ground, effectively increasing the friction between the base 110 and the ground, thereby preventing the base 110 from sliding or shifting during transportation or operation. This design is crucial for ensuring the stability of the entire device (including the heat pump body 120). Whether on uneven construction sites or in temporary installation environments that require frequent movement, the non-slip pad 4 can provide reliable anti-skid protection, preventing the base 110 from accidentally moving due to external forces, thereby ensuring the safe and stable operation of the heat pump system.

[0045] Preferably, the base plate 1 and the support 2 are both made of high-quality wood material as the main material, which not only ensures a certain strength and toughness, but also significantly reduces the manufacturing cost, and endows the base 110 with good cushioning performance, which helps to reduce impact and vibration during transportation and installation. However, pure wood material may not meet the needs of long-term bearing of heavy equipment. Therefore, the embodiment ingeniously inlays reinforcing members, such as steel strips made of high-strength alloy steel, in the inside of the base plate 1 and the support 2. These steel strips not only undergo strict rust-proof treatment to enhance their durability, but also significantly improve the carrying capacity of the overall structure through precise layout and fixation, which enables the base 110 to easily adapt to air energy heating heat pumps of different models and weights, effectively avoiding the risk of deformation or damage that may occur due to the stress on wood alone.

[0046] In addition, in order to ensure the reliability and safety of the base 110 in harsh environments, the wood has undergone special corrosion and moisture-proof treatment. Through vacuum immersion in a preservative solution, the inside of the wood is effectively protected, greatly extending its service life. At the same time, the surface is coated with a fireproof coating, further improving the fireproof performance of the base 110. These treatment measures not only enhance the durability and safety of the base 110, but also reduce equipment failures and maintenance costs caused by performance degradation of the base 110, ensuring that the air energy heating system can operate stably and reliably for a long time.

[0047] On the other hand, a heat pump is also provided, which comprises a heat pump body 120 and a modular base 110 as described above, the bottom of the heat pump body 120 is provided with two spaced-apart support seats 130, the installation space for the base 110 is defined between the two support seats 130, and the height of the support seat 130 is the same as the height of the base 110.

[0048] In the description herein, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", and the like orientation or position relationship are only for the convenience of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present application. In addition, the terms "first", "second" are only used to distinguish in the description, and have no special meaning.

[0049] In the description of the present specification, the description referring to the terms "an embodiment", "an example", and the like means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are contained in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In the present specification, the illustrative description of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0050] In addition, it should be understood that, although the present specification is described in terms of embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution, and the description of the specification is only for the sake of clarity, and those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that those skilled in the art can understand.

[0051] The technical principles of the present application are described above in combination with specific embodiments. These descriptions are only for the purpose of explaining the principles of the present application, and cannot be interpreted in any way as a limitation on the scope of protection of the present application. Based on the explanations here, those skilled in the art can think of other specific embodiments of the present application without creative labor, and these ways will fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A modular base (110), characterized in that, include: The base plate (1), multiple support members (2), and locking assembly (3) are provided. The multiple support members (2) are detachably and spaced apart at the bottom of the base plate (1) through the locking assembly (3), and a fork passage (6) is formed between two adjacent support members (2). The locking assembly (3) includes a main body (301) provided on the base plate (1) and a locking member (302) provided on the support member (2). The main body (301) has a locking hole (3013) that cooperates with the locking member (302) to lock, so that the locking member (302) can be inserted into or disengaged from the locking hole (3013) in a vertical manner, thereby allowing the support member (2) to be assembled to the bottom of the base plate (1) or disengaged from the base plate (1).

2. The modular base (110) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking member (302) includes a base portion (3021) and a tongue portion (3022) connected to the base portion (3021). The base portion (3021) is connected to the support member (2), and the tongue portion (3022) is inserted into the locking hole (3013).

3. The modular base (110) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support member (2) has an installation groove (201) for fitting and installing the base part (3021).

4. The modular base (110) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The mounting groove (201) is provided with a positioning protrusion (202), and the base part (3021) is provided with a positioning hole (3023) that cooperates with the positioning protrusion (202) for positioning.

5. The modular base (110) according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The bottom of the base plate (1) is provided with a support part (7) corresponding to the support member (2).

6. The modular base (110) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The main body (301) includes a first reinforcing strip (3011) and a second reinforcing strip (3012) that are vertically connected. The first reinforcing strip (3011) is connected to the top surface of the base plate (1), and the second reinforcing strip (3012) is connected to the side of the support part (7). The locking hole (3013) is opened at the connection position of the first reinforcing strip (3011) and the second reinforcing strip (3012).

7. The modular base (110) according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The top of the base plate (1) is provided with limiting blocks (5) arranged in an array.

8. The modular base (110) according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The support member (2) is provided with an anti-slip pad (4) at the end opposite to the base plate (1).

9. The modular base (110) according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, Both the base plate (1) and the support member (2) are made of wood and have internal reinforcing members.

10. A heat pump, characterized in that, The device includes a heat pump body (120) and a modular base (110) as described in any one of claims 1-9. The bottom of the heat pump body (120) is provided with two spaced-apart support seats (130), and the two support seats (130) define an installation space for mounting the base (110).