Concrete hopper
By introducing structures such as rotating shafts, fixed bearings, and limiting blocks into the concrete hopper, the problem of uneven discharge of traditional hoppers has been solved, achieving efficient and uniform concrete discharge and large-capacity conveying, thus improving construction quality and efficiency.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423285263.X
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-31
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-09
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-31
AI Technical Summary
Traditional concrete hoppers are prone to uneven discharge, resulting in excessive or insufficient material accumulation in some areas, which affects construction quality and efficiency. In addition, their limited capacity makes them unsuitable for use with high-efficiency concrete mixing and pumping equipment.
A concrete hopper was designed, including a hopper box and a discharge box. The discharge box is equipped with a rotating shaft and a fixed bearing. A triangular bucket is used to mix materials. A limit block restricts the range of motion. A fixing mechanism fixes the cable to ensure stability and safety. The combination of a limit plate, a placement plate and a protective plate improves the stability and protection of the equipment.
It achieves uniform and efficient concrete unloading, improves construction quality and efficiency, enhances hopper capacity and compatibility with pumping equipment, and reduces maintenance and reinforcement costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of concrete hopper technology, and in particular to a concrete hopper. Background Technology
[0002] In the process of urbanization, large-scale infrastructure construction, commercial complexes, and high-rise residential projects are constantly emerging. These construction projects require a large amount of concrete for pouring, and often have high construction heights and complex structures, which puts forward higher requirements for the efficiency of concrete transportation and pouring. Traditional small or simple concrete hoppers are difficult to meet the needs of large-scale, continuous operations. Hoppers that can carry larger capacities and discharge quickly and stably are needed to cooperate with modern concrete pumping equipment and construction technology to ensure construction progress. Modern buildings have strict quality standards for structural safety and durability, and the quality of concrete pouring is one of the key factors. This requires concrete hoppers to achieve precise flow control and uniform material distribution during the unloading process to avoid concrete segregation and uneven accumulation, thereby ensuring the integrity and stability of the building structure and reducing the cost of later maintenance and reinforcement due to pouring quality problems.
[0003] Currently, most concrete hoppers on the market consist of a hopper body and a feeding component. Many traditional concrete hoppers, due to unreasonable discharge port design and a lack of effective material mixing or guiding devices, are prone to uneven concrete discharge, resulting in excessive concrete accumulation in some areas and material shortages in others. Uneven discharge can also cause concrete segregation, i.e., the separation of coarse aggregate from mortar, severely affecting concrete performance and pouring quality, reducing the strength and durability of building structures. Furthermore, some small concrete hoppers have limited capacity, requiring frequent loading operations in large projects, which not only wastes time and manpower but also affects the continuity of construction. Moreover, some hoppers have slow discharge speeds, unable to match efficient concrete mixing and pumping equipment, becoming a bottleneck in the entire concrete construction process and reducing construction efficiency and production benefits. Utility Model Content
[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a concrete hopper, which aims to improve the problem that in the existing technology, traditional concrete hoppers are prone to uneven concrete discharge during unloading due to unreasonable discharge port design and lack of effective material mixing or guiding devices, resulting in excessive concrete accumulation in some areas and material shortage in others.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a concrete hopper, comprising a hopper box, with limiting plates fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the hopper box, a discharge box fixedly connected to the bottom of the hopper box, a rotating shaft fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the discharge box, fixed bearings rotatably connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the rotating shaft, a triangular bucket fixedly connected to the outer wall of a plurality of fixed bearings, a fixing plate fixedly connected to the bottom outward side of the triangular bucket, a fixing groove provided on the inner wall of a plurality of fixing plates, a limiting shaft fixed to the inner wall of the fixing groove, a connecting plate fixedly connected to the right side of the outer wall of the triangular bucket, limiting blocks fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the discharge box, and a fixing mechanism provided at the top of the inner wall of the hopper box for fixing cables.
[0006] The above technical solution involves the following: the bottom of the hopper box is fixedly connected to the discharge box, ensuring smooth material transfer from the hopper box to the discharge box. Rotating shafts are evenly fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the discharge box, enabling effective stirring and mixing of the material. The fixed plates enhance the structural strength of the triangular bucket, preventing deformation or damage during operation. Multiple fixed plates have fixed grooves on their inner walls, providing installation positions for the limiting shafts, further ensuring the stability of the triangular bucket during operation. Limiting blocks are fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the discharge box, restricting the movement range of the triangular bucket within the discharge box and preventing it from exceeding the predetermined working area.
[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0008] The fixing mechanism includes a second triangular plate. The outer wall of the second triangular plate is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box. The rear side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate is threaded with a first fixing screw. The right side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate is threaded with a second fixing screw. The other end of the second fixing screw is threaded with a first triangular plate. The outer wall of the first triangular plate is provided with a sliding groove.
[0009] Through the above technical solution: the right side of the outer wall of triangle plate two is also provided with corresponding threaded holes, which are used for threaded connection and fixing screw two. The other end of fixing screw two is connected to the corresponding threaded hole of triangle plate one through thread, thereby realizing a firm connection between triangle plate one and triangle plate two. The main function of the fixing mechanism is to fix the cable and ensure the safety and stability of the entire hopper box during operation. Through this design, it can effectively prevent the cable from loosening or falling off during operation, and also ensure the stability and reliability of the entire hopper box in various working environments.
[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0011] The connecting plate has circular baffles fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of its outer wall, and the discharge box has mounting grooves in the middle of the front and rear sides of its outer wall.
[0012] Through the above technical solution: circular baffles are firmly fixed and connected on both the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the connecting plate. The purpose of these circular baffles is to provide additional protection and support on both sides of the connecting plate. Special mounting grooves are provided in the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the discharge box. These mounting grooves are designed to facilitate the installation and fixing of other components or equipment, and to ensure the stability and safety of the discharge box during use.
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0014] The bottom of the limiting plate is fixedly connected to protective plates on both the left and right sides near the middle, and the bottom of the outer wall of the hopper box is fixedly connected to placement plates on both the left and right sides.
[0015] Through the above technical solutions, the main function of these placement plates is to provide a stable support surface during equipment operation, preventing the hopper box from shaking or shifting. The placement plates also provide some protection, preventing materials or foreign objects from entering the bottom of the hopper box, thus protecting the normal operation of the equipment. Simultaneously, the placement plates also provide some dust and moisture protection, extending the service life of the equipment.
[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0017] Triangular protective plates are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the outer wall of the hopper box, and inclined baffles are fixedly connected to the top of the multiple placement plates.
[0018] Through the above technical solution: triangular protective plates are fixedly connected to both sides of the outer wall of the hopper box. These triangular protective plates are designed to provide additional protection to prevent damage to the outer wall of the hopper box during handling or use. The tops of multiple placement plates are also fixedly connected to inclined baffles. The function of these inclined baffles is to prevent items placed on the placement plates from slipping off, ensuring the stability and safety of the items during transportation.
[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0020] A feed hopper is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box, and a feed line is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box.
[0021] The above technical solution aims to facilitate the input and distribution of materials, ensuring that the materials can smoothly enter the hopper. In addition, a set of guides is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper. The purpose of these guides is to further guide and control the flow direction of the materials, preventing blockage or uneven distribution of materials when they enter the hopper.
[0022] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0023] The outer wall of the triangular plate is fixedly connected to the front and rear sides with fixed columns, and the outer wall of the fixed columns is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the feed hopper.
[0024] Through the above technical solution: the outer wall of the first triangle plate is provided with fixing columns on both the front and rear sides. These fixing columns are firmly fixed to the inner wall of the feed hopper. Specifically, the outer wall of these fixing columns is closely connected to the inner wall of the feed hopper, ensuring the stability and reliability of the first triangle plate during use.
[0025] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0026] Hollow plates are fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer wall of the hopper box and to the front and rear sides. Long baffles are fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the hopper box.
[0027] The above technical solution involves fixing and connecting hollow plates to the bottom of the outer wall of the hopper box on both the front and rear sides. These hollow plates are designed to provide additional structural support and stability, and may also have certain heat insulation or sound insulation functions. Long baffles are also fixed and connected to the top left and right sides of the hopper box. The main function of these long baffles is to prevent materials from overflowing from both sides of the hopper box during transportation, ensuring the safety and integrity of the materials.
[0028] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0029] 1. In this utility model, a discharge box is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hopper box. An installation groove is opened on the outer wall of the discharge box. A rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the installation groove. Fixed bearings are rotatably connected to both ends of the rotating shaft. A triangular bucket is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the fixed bearing for discharging materials. When the concrete on the inner wall of the hopper box needs to be discharged, the hopper box is moved downward. At the same time, when the unloading is completed, the hopper box is lifted upward, so that the two hopper boxes connected by the limit plate are closed again on both sides of the outer wall of the limit block.
[0030] 2. In this utility model, in order to better move the hopper box, a triangular plate two is installed on the inner wall of the feeding hopper, and a fixing screw one is threadedly connected to the rear side of the outer wall of the triangular plate two. At the same time, a fixing screw two is threadedly connected to the front side of the outer wall of the triangular plate two. By rotating the threads of the fixing screw one and the fixing screw two, the triangular plate two and the triangular plate one are fixed, thereby facilitating the movement of the hopper box. Attached Figure Description
[0031] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the front side of a concrete hopper discharge box proposed in this utility model;
[0032] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of an inclined baffle for a concrete hopper proposed in this utility model;
[0033] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of a concrete hopper placement plate proposed in this utility model;
[0034] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of a triangular shovel bucket for concrete hopper proposed in this utility model;
[0035] Figure 5 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a concrete hopper limiting shaft proposed in this utility model;
[0036] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a triangular plate for a concrete hopper proposed in this utility model.
[0037] Legend:
[0038] 1. Hopper box; 2. Fixing mechanism; 201. Triangle plate one; 202. Sliding groove; 203. Fixing screw one; 204. Triangle plate two; 205. Fixing screw two; 3. Limiting plate; 4. Discharge box; 5. Fixed bearing; 6. Rotating shaft; 7. Triangular bucket; 8. Fixing plate; 9. Fixing circular groove; 10. Limiting block; 11. Limiting shaft; 12. Connecting plate; 13. Circular baffle; 14. Mounting groove; 15. Protective plate; 16. Placement plate; 17. Inclined baffle; 18. Hollow plate; 19. Triangular protection plate; 20. Thread; 21. Feed hopper; 22. Fixing column; 23. Long baffle. Detailed Implementation
[0039] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0040] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3 This utility model provides an embodiment of a concrete hopper, including a hopper box 1. Limiting plates 3 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the hopper box 1. A discharge box 4 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hopper box 1. A rotating shaft 6 is fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the discharge box 4. Fixed bearings 5 are rotatably connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the rotating shaft 6. A triangular bucket 7 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the multiple fixed bearings 5. A fixing plate 8 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the triangular bucket 7 on the outward side. A fixing groove 9 is opened on the inner wall of the multiple fixing plates 8. A limiting shaft 11 is fixedly fixed to the inner wall of the fixing groove 9. A connecting plate 12 is fixedly connected to the right side of the outer wall of the triangular bucket 7. In order to ensure the stable operation of the rotating shaft 6, fixed bearings 5 are rotatably connected on the front and rear sides of its outer wall. These fixed bearings 5 can effectively reduce the friction of the rotating shaft 6 during operation, thereby improving the operating efficiency of the entire system. Triangular buckets 7 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple fixed bearings 5. The design of the triangular buckets 7 enables them to efficiently scoop out materials from the discharge box 4 and transport them. Limiting blocks 10 are fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the discharge box 4. A fixing mechanism 2 is provided on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box 1. The fixing mechanism 2 is used to fix the cable.
[0041] Specifically, the hopper box 1 is designed with fixedly connected limiting plates 3 on both the front and rear sides of its outer wall. The function of these limiting plates 3 is to ensure that the hopper box 1 can be stably fixed in the appropriate position during operation. At the same time, the bottom of the hopper box 1 is connected to the discharge box 4 through a fixed connection to ensure that the material can be smoothly transferred from the hopper box 1 to the discharge box 4. Rotating shafts 6 are evenly fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the discharge box 4. These rotating shafts 6 enable the material in the discharge box 4 to be effectively stirred and mixed. The function of these fixing plates 8 is to enhance the structural strength of the triangular bucket 7 and ensure that it will not be deformed or damaged during operation. The inner walls of multiple fixing plates 8 are provided with fixing grooves 9. These fixing grooves 9 can provide installation positions for the limiting shafts 11, thereby further ensuring the stability of the triangular bucket 7 during operation. The function of the connecting plate 12 is to effectively connect the triangular bucket 7 with other parts of the discharge box 4 to ensure the coordinated operation of the entire discharge system. Limiting blocks 10 are fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the discharge box 4. These limiting blocks 10 can limit the range of movement of the triangular bucket 7 in the discharge box 4 and prevent it from exceeding the predetermined working area.
[0042] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3The fixing mechanism 2 includes a second triangular plate 204. The outer wall of the second triangular plate 204 is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box 1. The rear side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate 204 is threaded with a first fixing screw 203, and the right side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate 204 is threaded with a second fixing screw 205. The design of the sliding groove 202 makes the connection between the first triangular plate 201 and the second triangular plate 204 more flexible, and also facilitates adjustment or replacement of parts when necessary. This design not only improves the stability of the overall structure, but also increases the maintainability of the system. The other end of the second fixing screw 205 is threaded with the first triangular plate 201, and the outer wall of the first triangular plate 201 is provided with a sliding groove 202.
[0043] Specifically, these threaded holes are used for threaded connection and fixing screw 203. In this way, fixing screw 203 can be firmly fixed to the rear side of the outer wall of triangle 204, ensuring its stability and reliability. In addition, the right side of the outer wall of triangle 204 also has corresponding threaded holes, which are used for threaded connection and fixing screw 205. The other end of fixing screw 205 is threaded into the corresponding threaded hole of triangle 201, thereby realizing a firm connection between triangle 201 and triangle 204. The main function of fixing mechanism 2 is to fix the cable and ensure the safety and stability of the entire hopper box 1 during operation. Through this design, it can effectively prevent the cable from loosening or falling off during operation, thereby ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the entire system. The setting of fixing mechanism 2 not only improves the safety of the system, but also ensures the stability and reliability of the entire hopper box 1 under various working environments.
[0044] Please see the appendix Figure 5 - Appendix Figure 6 The connecting plate 12 has circular baffles 13 fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of its outer wall. The discharge box 4 has mounting grooves 14 in the middle of the front and rear sides of its outer wall. The bottom of the limiting plate 3 is fixedly connected to the left and right ends near the middle. The bottom of the hopper box 1 has placement plates 16 fixedly connected to the left and right sides of its outer wall. The hopper box 1 has triangular protective plates 19 fixedly connected to the left and right sides of its outer wall. These placement plates 16 provide space for temporary storage of materials and also increase the stability of the equipment. Triangular protective plates 19 are also fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the outer wall of the hopper box 1. The design of these triangular protective plates 19 is intended to provide additional protection to prevent materials from damaging the equipment during transportation. The top of the multiple placement plates 16 is fixedly connected to inclined baffles 17.
[0045] Specifically, dedicated mounting slots 14 are provided on the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the discharge box 4. These mounting slots 14 facilitate the installation of other components. In addition, protective plates 15 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the limiting plate 3 near the middle left and right ends. The function of these protective plates 15 is to prevent materials from splashing or scattering during transportation, ensuring operational safety. Finally, inclined baffles 17 are fixedly connected to the top of the multiple placement plates 16. The design of these inclined baffles 17 is intended to guide materials smoothly into the hopper box 1, improving material flowability and equipment efficiency.
[0046] Please see the appendix Figure 2 - Appendix Figure 4 A feed hopper 21 is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box 1. A wire 20 is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box 1. Fixed posts 22 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the triangular plate 201. In addition, fixed posts 22 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the triangular plate 201. These fixed posts 22 not only provide support but also ensure the stability of the triangular plate 201. Furthermore, the outer walls of the fixed posts 22 are also fixedly connected to the inner wall of the feed hopper 21, further enhancing the stability of the entire structure. Hollow plates 18 are fixedly connected to the bottom and front and rear sides of the outer wall of the hopper box 1. Long baffles 23 are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the top of the hopper box 1.
[0047] Specifically, a set of guide rails 20 are installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box 1. These guide rails 20 are designed to provide a certain guiding effect when the material enters. Hollow plates 18 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer wall of the hopper box 1 on both the front and rear sides. The design of these hollow plates 18 not only increases the strength of the hopper box 1, but may also have a certain ventilation or drainage function. Long baffles 23 are fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the hopper box 1. The function of these long baffles 23 is to prevent the material from leaking during the entry process and to ensure that the material can enter the predetermined position smoothly and accurately.
[0048] Working principle: A discharge box 4 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hopper box 1. An installation groove 14 is opened on the outer wall of the discharge box 4. A rotating shaft 6 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the installation groove 14. Fixed bearings 5 are rotatably connected to both ends of the rotating shaft 6. A triangular bucket 7 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the fixed bearing 5 for discharging materials. When the concrete on the inner wall of the hopper box 1 needs to be discharged, the hopper box 1 is moved downward, so that the triangular bucket 7 rotatably connected to both ends of the limiting plate 3 is squeezed outward by the limiting shaft 11 and thus unloads the material inside. At the same time, when the unloading is completed, the hopper box 1 is lifted upward, so that the two hopper boxes 1 rotatably connected to the limiting plate 3 are closed again on both sides of the outer wall of the limiting block 10.
[0049] To facilitate the movement of the hopper box 1, a second triangular plate 204 is installed on the inner wall of the feed hopper 21. A first fixing screw 203 is threaded onto the rear side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate 204, and a second fixing screw 205 is threaded onto the front side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate 204. By rotating the threads of the first fixing screw 203 and the second fixing screw 205, the second triangular plate 204 and the first triangular plate 201 are fixed. The sliding groove 202 opened on the outer wall of the second triangular plate 204 and the first triangular plate 201 can support the line adjustment sliding, thereby facilitating the movement of the hopper box 1.
[0050] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A concrete hopper, comprising a hopper box (1), characterized in that: Limiting plates (3) are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the hopper box (1). A discharge box (4) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hopper box (1). A rotating shaft (6) is fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the discharge box (4). A fixed bearing (5) is rotatably connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the rotating shaft (6). A triangular bucket (7) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of a plurality of fixed bearings (5). A fixing plate (8) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the triangular bucket (7) on the outer side. A fixing groove (9) is opened on the inner wall of a plurality of fixing plates (8). A limiting shaft (11) is fixed to the inner wall of the fixing groove (9). A connecting plate (12) is fixedly connected to the right side of the outer wall of the triangular bucket (7). A limiting block (10) is fixedly connected to the middle of the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the discharge box (4). A fixing mechanism (2) is provided on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box (1). The fixing mechanism (2) is used to fix the cable.
2. A concrete hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing mechanism (2) includes a second triangular plate (204). The outer wall of the second triangular plate (204) is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box (1). The rear side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate (204) is threaded with a first fixing screw (203). The right side of the outer wall of the second triangular plate (204) is threaded with a second fixing screw (205). The other end of the second fixing screw (205) is threaded with a first triangular plate (201). The outer wall of the first triangular plate (201) is provided with a sliding groove (202).
3. A concrete hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the connecting plate (12) is fixedly connected with a circular baffle (13) on both the front and rear sides, and the outer wall of the discharge box (4) is provided with an installation groove (14) in the middle of both the front and rear sides.
4. A concrete hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the limiting plate (3) is fixedly connected to the left and right ends near the middle, and the bottom of the hopper box (1) is fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the bottom.
5. A concrete hopper according to claim 4, characterized in that: Triangular protective plates (19) are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the outer wall of the hopper box (1), and inclined baffles (17) are fixedly connected to the top of the multiple placement plates (16).
6. A concrete hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the inner wall of the hopper box (1) is equipped with a feed hopper (21) and a feed line (20) is installed on the top of the inner wall of the hopper box (1).
7. A concrete hopper according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer wall of the triangular plate (201) is fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the fixed column (22), and the outer wall of the fixed column (22) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the feed hopper (21).
8. A concrete hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that: Hollow plates (18) are fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer wall of the hopper box (1) and to the front and rear sides. Long baffles (23) are fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the hopper box (1).