Bulk material collecting and cleaning device for circular cooler
By designing a bulk material collection and cleaning device for the annular cooler, and utilizing components such as a collection funnel, brushes, and angle difference wheel frame, the problem of trolley instability caused by bulk material spillage was solved, achieving stable collection and cleaning and ensuring the normal operation of the annular cooler.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423161396.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-20
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-02
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-20
AI Technical Summary
In the ring cooler, bulk materials are prone to falling onto the trolley track during the collection process, causing the trolley to move unstably, and may even derail and overturn, affecting the normal operation of the ring cooler.
A bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler was designed, including a collection funnel, a double-layer ash discharge valve, a collection trolley, brushes, a wheel frame with an angle difference, and a position sensor. The bulk material is collected by the collection funnel, the bulk material on the track is cleaned by the movement of the collection trolley, and the brushes are used to clean it. The angle difference is used to improve the fit between the wheel frame and the track, and the sensor is used to control the trolley to stop accurately.
It effectively collects and cleans up loose materials on the track, improves the stability of the collection trolley, prevents derailment and overturning, and ensures the normal operation of the ring cooler.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of bulk material collection technology for annular coolers, and particularly relates to a bulk material collection and cleaning device for annular coolers. Background Technology
[0002] A ring cooler, also known as a ring-type cooler, is a piece of equipment used in the metallurgical and ceramics industries, primarily for cooling materials during the sintering process. Through its annular structure, it utilizes airflow to rapidly cool the high-temperature sintered materials, preserving their structure and properties. Compared to belt coolers, ring coolers offer advantages such as smaller footprint, lower investment, and higher equipment utilization.
[0003] During the annular cooling process of sintered ore, smaller ore particles fall through the grate into the collection hopper below the annular cooler, where they are collected by a moving collection trolley. However, during the collection process, the trolley may spill onto the trolley track, affecting its normal movement and potentially causing derailment or overturning, thus disrupting the normal operation of the annular cooler. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler, which aims to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0005] This utility model embodiment is implemented as follows: a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler includes an annular cooler, a rotating grate installed inside the annular cooler, a collection component and a moving component disposed below the rotating grate. The collection component includes a collection funnel and a double-layer ash discharge valve, the double-layer ash discharge valve being fixedly connected to the lower end of the collection funnel. The moving component includes two tracks and a collection trolley. The collection trolley includes a frame, a collection tank, a drive mechanism, two wheel frames, and brush holders. The collection tank is fixedly installed above the frame. The frame has an installation groove at its bottom corresponding to the drive mechanism, and the drive mechanism is fixedly installed in the installation groove. The wheel frames are installed below the frame. Brush holders are fixedly installed at both ends of the frame, and brush bristles are fixedly provided on both sides of the lower end of the brush holders.
[0006] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the track is set as a ring, and the two wheel frames are mounted on the track, with an angular difference between the two wheel frames corresponding to the curvature of the track.
[0007] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the wheel frame includes a wheel axle, two wheels and two limiting rings.
[0008] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the frame has a wheel axle groove at the bottom corresponding to the wheel axle, the wheel axle is movably installed in the wheel axle groove, and the middle part of one of the wheel axles is connected to the drive mechanism.
[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the two wheels are fixedly installed at both ends of the wheel axle, the limiting ring is fixedly installed on the outside of the wheel, and the side of the limiting ring is curved to fit the outside of the track.
[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the moving component also includes a positioning rod disposed on one side of the track, a second position sensor is fixedly installed on one side of the positioning rod, a mounting seat is disposed on the upper end of the frame corresponding to the positioning rod at the edge, and a first position sensor is disposed on the mounting seat at the same height as the second position sensor.
[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0012] 1. This utility model provides a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler. Multiple collection components with collection funnels collect fallen bulk materials. A collection trolley moves along a track. When the collection trolley reaches below a double-layer ash discharge valve, the valve is opened to pour the bulk material from the collection funnels into a collection tank for collection and cleaning. As the collection trolley moves, brushes clean the track surface, removing any fallen bulk material and preventing the collection trolley from derailing or overturning.
[0013] 2. The bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler provided in this embodiment of the present invention can improve the fit between the wheel frame and the track by setting the angle difference between the two wheel frames, thereby improving the stability of the collection trolley movement.
[0014] 3. The bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler provided in this embodiment of the utility model uses position sensor one and position sensor two for position detection, which facilitates the control of the collection trolley to stop accurately below the double-layer ash discharge valve, thereby improving the accuracy of dumping, reducing the spillage of bulk materials, directly reducing the impact of impurities on the track surface, and thus ensuring the normal operation of the collection trolley. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler provided in this embodiment of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a moving component of a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler provided in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 3 A partial cross-sectional view of a collection trolley for a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler, provided as an embodiment of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4This is a top view of a collection trolley for a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler, provided as an embodiment of the present invention.
[0019] In the attached diagram: 1. Circular cooler; 2. Rotary grate; 3. Collection assembly; 31. Collection funnel; 32. Double-layer ash discharge valve; 4. Moving assembly; 41. Track; 42. Collection trolley; 42. Frame; 421. Mounting slot; 4211. Wheel axle slot; 4212. Collection tank; 422. Drive mechanism; 423. Wheel frame; 424. Wheel axle; 4241. Wheel; 4242. Limiting ring; 4243. Brush holder; 425. Brush bristles; 4251. Mounting seat; 426. Position sensor one; 4261. Positioning rod; 43. Position sensor two; 431. Detailed Implementation
[0020] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.
[0021] The specific implementation of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.
[0022] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, an embodiment of this utility model provides a bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler, including an annular cooler 1, a rotary grate 2 installed inside the annular cooler 1, a collection assembly 3 and a moving assembly 4 disposed below the rotary grate 2. The collection assembly 3 includes a collection funnel 31 and a double-layer ash discharge valve 32, the double-layer ash discharge valve 32 being fixedly connected to the lower end of the collection funnel 31. The moving assembly 4 includes two tracks 41 and a collection trolley 42, the collection trolley 42 including a frame 421 and a collection... The vehicle includes a collection tank 422, a drive mechanism 423, two wheel supports 424, and a brush holder 425. The collection tank 422 is fixedly installed above the frame 421. The frame 421 has a mounting groove 4211 at the bottom corresponding to the drive mechanism 423. The drive mechanism 423 is fixedly installed in the mounting groove 4211. The wheel supports 424 are installed below the frame 421. Brush holders 425 are fixedly installed at both ends of the frame 421. Brush bristles 4251 are fixedly provided on both sides of the lower end of the brush holders 425.
[0023] In one embodiment of this utility model, the falling loose material is collected by the collection funnels 31 in the multiple collection components 3. The collection trolley 42 moves on the track 41. When the collection trolley 42 moves below the double-layer ash discharge valve 32, the double-layer ash discharge valve 32 is opened to pour the loose material in the collection funnels 31 into the collection tank 422 for collection and cleaning. As the collection trolley 42 moves, the surface of the track 41 is swept by the brush bristles 4251 to remove the loose material that has fallen onto the surface of the track 41, preventing the collection trolley 42 from being affected and derailing or overturning.
[0024] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in another embodiment of the present invention, the track 41 is configured as a ring, and the two wheel frames 424 are mounted on the track 41. The two wheel frames 424 correspond to the bending state of the track 41 with an angular difference.
[0025] In one embodiment of this utility model, by setting the angle difference between the two wheel frames 424, the fit between the wheel frame 424 and the track 41 can be improved, thereby improving the stability of the movement of the collection trolley 42.
[0026] like Figure 3 As shown, in another embodiment of the present invention, the wheel frame 424 includes a wheel axle 4241, two wheels 4242 and two limiting rings 4243.
[0027] Specifically, the frame 421 has a wheel axle groove 4212 at the bottom corresponding to the wheel axle 4241. The wheel axle 4241 is movably installed in the wheel axle groove 4212, and the middle part of the wheel axle 4241 is connected to the drive mechanism 423.
[0028] In one embodiment of the present invention, the drive mechanism 423 drives the wheel axle 4241 to rotate, thereby driving the wheel frame 424 to rotate, and thus driving the collection trolley 42 to move on the track 41.
[0029] like Figure 3 As shown, in another embodiment of the present invention, two wheels 4242 are fixedly installed at both ends of the wheel axle 4241, and the limiting ring 4243 is fixedly installed on the outside of the wheel 4242. The side of the limiting ring 4243 is curved and fits against the outside of the track 41.
[0030] In one embodiment of this utility model, the limiting ring 4243 further improves the fit between the wheel frame 424 and the collecting trolley 42, ensuring the stability of the collecting trolley 42 and reducing the occurrence of derailment.
[0031] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in another embodiment of this utility model, the moving component 4 further includes a positioning rod 43 disposed on one side of the track 41. A second position sensor 431 is fixedly installed on one side of the positioning rod 43. A mounting base 426 is provided on the upper end of the frame 421 corresponding to the positioning rod 43 at its edge. A first position sensor 4261 is disposed on the mounting base 426 at the same height as the second position sensor 431.
[0032] In one embodiment of this utility model, position detection is performed by setting position sensor 4261 and position sensor 431, which facilitates the control of the collection trolley 42 to accurately stop below the double-layer ash discharge valve 32, thereby improving the accuracy of dumping, reducing the spillage of loose material, directly reducing the impact of impurities on the surface of track 41, and thus ensuring the normal operation of collection trolley 42.
[0033] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.
[0034] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0037] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler, comprising an annular cooler (1), a rotating grate (2) installed inside the annular cooler (1), a collection assembly (3) disposed below the rotating grate (2), and a moving assembly (4), characterized in that, The collection component (3) includes a collection funnel (31) and a double-layer ash discharge valve (32). The double-layer ash discharge valve (32) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the collection funnel (31). The moving component (4) includes two tracks (41) and a collection trolley (42). The collection trolley (42) includes a frame (421), a collection tank (422), a drive mechanism (423), two wheel frames (424), and a brush holder (425). The collection tank (422) is fixedly installed above the frame (421). The frame (421) has an installation groove (4211) at the bottom corresponding to the drive mechanism (423). The drive mechanism (423) is fixedly installed in the installation groove (4211). The wheel frames (424) are installed below the frame (421). Brush holders (425) are fixedly installed at both ends of the frame (421). Brush bristles (4251) are fixedly provided on both sides of the lower end of the brush holder (425).
2. The bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that, The track (41) is set as a ring, and the two wheel frames (424) are mounted on the track (41). The two wheel frames (424) correspond to the bending state of the track (41) with an angle difference.
3. The bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler according to claim 2, characterized in that, The wheel frame (424) includes a wheel axle (4241), two wheels (4242) and two retaining rings (4243).
4. The bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler according to claim 3, characterized in that, The frame (421) has a wheel axle groove (4212) at the bottom corresponding to the wheel axle (4241). The wheel axle (4241) is movably installed in the wheel axle groove (4212). The middle part of one of the wheel axles (4241) is connected to the drive mechanism (423).
5. The bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler according to claim 3, characterized in that, Two wheels (4242) are fixedly installed at both ends of the wheel axle (4241), and the limiting ring (4243) is fixedly installed on the outside of the wheel (4242). The side of the limiting ring (4243) is curved and fits against the outside of the track (41).
6. The bulk material collection and cleaning device for an annular cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that, The moving component (4) also includes a positioning rod (43) set on one side of the track (41). A position sensor (431) is fixedly installed on one side of the positioning rod (43). A mounting seat (426) is set on the edge of the upper end of the frame (421) corresponding to the positioning rod (43). A position sensor (4261) is set on the mounting seat (426) at the same height as the position sensor (431).