Good-stability measuring hopper for concrete mixing plant

The design of reinforcement and protective installation components enhances the stability and accuracy of the metering hopper for concrete mixing plants, solves the metering error problem caused by differences in raw material properties, and simplifies the maintenance process of the splash guard.

CN223657305UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-12HAINAN LINYANG CONCRETE CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520602629.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-01
Publication Date
2025-12-12
Estimated Expiration
2035-04-01

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Technical Problem

The existing metering hoppers used in concrete mixing plants lack sufficient metering accuracy and stability when faced with differences in the physical properties of different raw materials, resulting in large metering errors.

Method used

The stability of the metering hopper is enhanced by using reinforcement and protective installation components, such as reinforcing blocks, reinforcing plates, and support plates. The design also facilitates the installation and replacement of the splash guard, ensuring the accuracy of the metering process and preventing concrete from splashing out.

Benefits of technology

It improves the overall stability of the measuring hopper, reduces measuring errors, simplifies the maintenance process of the splash guard, and reduces maintenance costs and downtime.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a concrete mixing plant measuring hopper with good stability, which belongs to the technical field of concrete mixing plants and comprises four first connecting frames, the four first connecting frames are symmetrically distributed, and a third connecting frame is fixedly connected between every two adjacent first connecting frames. The outer surfaces of the four first connecting frames are fixedly connected with second connecting frames, the second connecting frames are located below the four third connecting frames, the tops of the four third connecting frames are fixedly connected with a metering hopper body, the lower portion of the metering hopper body is of a conical structure, the bottom of the metering hopper body is fixedly connected with a bottom plate, and the interior of the bottom plate is hollow. By introducing the reinforcing assembly, the stability of the overall structure of the measuring hopper is enhanced, the measuring error caused by the difference between the weight and the physical property of raw materials is effectively reduced, the reinforcing block is obliquely arranged and attached to the conical outer surface of the measuring hopper body, and the accuracy in the measuring process is further ensured.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of concrete mixing plant technology, and more specifically, to a metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability. Background Technology

[0002] The metering hopper is a key component of a concrete batching plant. Its main function is to accurately measure and dispense the various raw materials required for concrete production, such as cement, aggregates (sand and stone), water, and admixtures. This equipment is typically installed on the automated production line of a concrete batching plant and is a crucial link in ensuring the accurate execution of the concrete formula.

[0003] Patent CN215319651U discloses a metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant, including a support, a hopper body on the support, an electric valve at the lower end of the hopper body, baffles on both sides of the hopper body, multiple pressure sensors between the baffles and the support, a feeding port at the upper end of the hopper body, and an air outlet pipe at the upper end of the hopper body. The air outlet pipe extends vertically upward and is equipped with a filter cover extending vertically. The filter cover includes an inner skeleton and a filter mesh surface attached to the outer layer of the skeleton. A drive motor is installed on the outer wall of the upper end of the hopper body, on one side of the air outlet pipe. A connecting spring is installed on the drive motor, one end of which is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor. A rubber vibrating ball for striking the outer wall of the filter cover is installed on the end of the connecting spring away from the drive motor.

[0004] Although the device has many beneficial effects, the following problems still exist: Although the metering hopper can bend by connecting springs so that the rubber vibrating ball can strike the filter cover back and forth, thus facilitating the treatment of attached dust and reducing the possibility of air pipe blockage, the metering hoppers used in traditional concrete mixing plants often face many design challenges. Due to the different physical properties of raw materials, such as the large differences in density and particle size distribution of aggregates (sand, stone), the fluidity and hygroscopicity of cement, and the viscosity of admixtures, these factors directly affect the metering accuracy and stability of the metering hopper. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a metering hopper for concrete mixing plants with good stability, thus solving the aforementioned problems.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability, comprising four first connecting frames symmetrically distributed, a third connecting frame fixedly connected between each adjacent pair of first connecting frames, a second connecting frame fixedly connected to the outer surface of the four first connecting frames, the second connecting frames being located below the four third connecting frames, a metering hopper body fixedly connected to the top of the four third connecting frames, the metering hopper body having a conical structure at its bottom, a bottom plate fixedly connected to the bottom of the metering hopper body, the bottom plate being hollow, and a splash guard provided at the bottom of the bottom plate, further comprising:

[0009] A reinforcing component, located on the outer surface of the four first connecting frames, is used to enhance the stability of the connection between the metering hopper body and the four first connecting frames;

[0010] A protective mounting assembly, located between the four first connecting brackets, is used to mount the splash guard to the bottom of the base plate, facilitating the replacement of the splash guard.

[0011] Preferably, the reinforcement component includes a reinforcing block, a reinforcing block and a placement groove. A reinforcing block is fixedly connected between the two first connecting frames. The four reinforcing blocks are located between the second connecting frame and the four third connecting frames. Placement grooves are formed on the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks that are close to each other. Reinforcing blocks are inserted into the interior of the four placement grooves.

[0012] Preferably, the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks are threadedly connected to the corresponding reinforcing blocks with second bolts, and the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks near the metering hopper body are all inclined.

[0013] Preferably, the reinforcing assembly further includes reinforcing plates and first bolts. The outer surfaces of the four first connecting frames are slidably engaged with reinforcing plates. The outer surfaces of the four reinforcing plates are threaded with multiple first bolts. The four reinforcing plates are arranged in a "U" shape. The multiple first bolts pass through the corresponding first connecting frames and are threadedly connected to the metering hopper body. The four reinforcing plates are located between the four third connecting frames and the four reinforcing blocks.

[0014] Preferably, the protective mounting assembly includes a handle, a threaded rod, and a support plate. Two symmetrically distributed threaded rods are rotatably connected between the second connecting frame and the reinforcing block. The outer surfaces of the two threaded rods are threaded with a support plate. Two symmetrically distributed handles are rotatably connected to the bottom of the second connecting frame. The two handles are fixedly connected to the corresponding threaded rods.

[0015] Preferably, two symmetrically distributed guide columns are fixedly connected between the second connecting frame and the reinforcing block. The two guide columns are slidably connected to the corresponding support plates. The two support plates are arranged in an L-shape and are in movable contact with the bottom of the splash guard.

[0016] Preferably, the base plate has an internal sliding connection with an opening and closing plate, which is arranged in an L-shape.

[0017] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0018] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a metering hopper for concrete mixing plants with good stability, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. This stable metering hopper for concrete mixing plants enhances the overall structural stability of the hopper by introducing reinforcing components, effectively reducing metering errors caused by differences in the weight and physical properties of raw materials. The inclined setting of the reinforcing blocks fits snugly against the conical outer surface of the hopper body, further ensuring accuracy during the metering process.

[0020] 2. This type of stable concrete mixing plant metering hopper, through the design of the protective installation components, allows users to easily adjust the position of the support plate as needed, so that the splash guard can be stably installed at the bottom of the base plate, effectively preventing concrete from splashing out during the flow process. The replacement and maintenance of the splash guard are also made simpler, reducing maintenance costs and downtime. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0023] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 Enlarged view of the structure at point B in the middle;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the placement groove structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the opening and closing plate structure of this utility model.

[0026] In the diagram: 1. First connecting frame; 2. Second connecting frame; 3. Measuring hopper body; 4. Reinforcing block; 5. Reinforcing plate; 6. First bolt; 7. Handle; 8. Threaded rod; 9. Guide column; 10. Support plate; 11. Second bolt; 12. Reinforcing block; 13. Placement slot; 14. Third connecting frame; 15. Base plate; 16. Opening and closing plate; 17. Splash cover. Detailed Implementation

[0027] 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.

[0028] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides a technical solution:

[0029] A stable measuring hopper for a concrete mixing plant includes four first connecting frames 1, symmetrically distributed, with a third connecting frame 14 fixedly connected between each adjacent first connecting frame 1. Second connecting frames 2 are fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of the four first connecting frames 1, located below the four third connecting frames 14. A measuring hopper body 3 is fixedly connected to the top of the four third connecting frames 14. The measuring hopper body 3 has a conical structure at its bottom, and a bottom plate 15 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the measuring hopper body 3. The bottom plate 15 is hollow and has a splash guard 17 at its bottom. The hopper body also includes:

[0030] The reinforcing component, located on the outer surface of the four first connecting frames 1, is used to enhance the stability of the connection between the metering hopper body 3 and the four first connecting frames 1;

[0031] The protective mounting assembly, located between the four first connecting frames 1, is used to install the splash guard 17 on the bottom of the base plate 15, facilitating the replacement of the splash guard 17. The metering hopper body 3 is supported by four symmetrically distributed first connecting frames 1 and further reinforced by the second connecting frames 2 and the third connecting frames 14, ensuring the stability of the metering hopper during the concrete mixing process.

[0032] Furthermore, the reinforcement components include reinforcing blocks 4, reinforcing blocks 12, and placement slots 13. Reinforcing blocks 4 are fixedly connected between the two first connecting frames 1. The four reinforcing blocks 4 are located between the second connecting frame 2 and the four third connecting frames 14. Placement slots 13 are opened on the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks 4 that are close to each other. Reinforcing blocks 12 are inserted into the interior of the four placement slots 13. The reinforcing blocks 12 are placed in the placement slots 13 on the reinforcing blocks 4, and then fixed by the second bolts 11, which can enhance the connection strength between the first connecting frames 1, thereby improving the overall stability of the metering hopper.

[0033] Furthermore, the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks 4 are all threadedly connected to the corresponding reinforcing blocks 12 with second bolts 11. The four reinforcing blocks 12 are all inclined near the outer surface of the metering hopper body 3. The inclined arrangement of the reinforcing blocks 12 helps to fit with the conical outer surface of the metering hopper body 3.

[0034] Furthermore, the reinforcement components also include reinforcing plates 5 and first bolts 6. The outer surfaces of the four first connecting frames 1 are slidably engaged with reinforcing plates 5, and the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing plates 5 are threaded with multiple first bolts 6. The four reinforcing plates 5 are arranged in a "U" shape. The multiple first bolts 6 pass through the corresponding first connecting frame 1 and are threadedly connected to the metering hopper body 3. The four reinforcing plates 5 are located between the four third connecting frames 14 and the four reinforcing blocks 4. The reinforcing plates 5 are connected to the first connecting frames 1 by the first bolts 6 to form an additional support structure. The "U" shape design of the reinforcing plates 5 not only increases the strength of the connecting frames but also provides a larger support area, further enhancing the stability of the metering hopper.

[0035] Furthermore, the protective mounting assembly includes a handle 7, a threaded rod 8, and a support plate 10. Two symmetrically distributed threaded rods 8 are rotatably connected between the second connecting frame 2 and the reinforcing block 4. The outer surfaces of the two threaded rods 8 are threaded with the support plate 10. Two symmetrically distributed handles 7 are rotatably connected to the bottom of the second connecting frame 2. The two handles 7 are fixedly connected to the corresponding threaded rods 8. By rotating the handles 7, the threaded rods 8 can be driven to rotate.

[0036] Furthermore, two symmetrically distributed guide columns 9 are fixedly connected between the second connecting frame 2 and the reinforcing block 4. The two guide columns 9 are slidably connected to the corresponding support plates 10. Both support plates 10 are arranged in an L-shape. The two support plates 10 are in active contact with the bottom of the splash guard 17, causing the support plates 10 to slide on the guide columns 9.

[0037] Furthermore, an opening and closing plate 16 is slidably connected inside the base plate 15. The opening and closing plate 16 is arranged in an L-shape and is slidably connected inside the base plate 15. When the metering hopper body 3 reaches a certain weight, the opening and closing plate 16 can be opened, thereby allowing the concrete inside the metering hopper body 3 to flow out.

[0038] Working Principle: When workers need to use this stable concrete mixing plant metering hopper, the hopper body 3 is supported by four symmetrically distributed first connecting frames 1, and further reinforced by second connecting frames 2 and third connecting frames 14, ensuring the stability of the metering hopper during concrete mixing. The bottom of the metering hopper body 3 has a conical structure to facilitate the flow of concrete materials. The reinforcing block 12 is placed in the groove 13 on the reinforcing block 4, and then fixed by the second bolt 11, which enhances the connection strength between the first connecting frames 1, thereby improving the overall stability of the metering hopper. The inclined arrangement of the reinforcing block 12 helps to fit with the conical outer surface of the metering hopper body 3, further enhancing the stability of the metering hopper body 3 during use. The reinforcing plate 5 is connected to the first connecting frame 1 by the first bolt 6, forming an additional support structure. The "U"-shaped structure design of the reinforcing plate 5 not only increases the strength of the connecting frame, but also provides greater support. The support area further enhances the stability of the metering hopper. By rotating the handle 7, the threaded rod 8 can be driven to rotate, thereby causing the support plate 10 to slide on the guide column 9. This allows the user to adjust the position of the support plate 10 as needed. The splash guard 17 is placed on the two support plates 10, so that the inner wall of the splash guard 17 contacts the outer surface of the support plate 10. During the movement of the two support plates 10, the splash guard 17 contacts the bottom of the base plate 15. The L-shaped structure design of the support plate 10 enables it to stably support the splash guard 17. The splash guard 17 is used to prevent concrete from splashing out during the outflow process. When necessary, it can be replaced or maintained by rotating the handle 7 in the opposite direction, causing the two support plates 10 to descend, and then the splash guard 17 can be taken out for replacement or cleaning and maintenance. The opening and closing plate 16 is slidably connected to the inside of the base plate 15. When the metering hopper body 3 reaches a certain weight, the opening and closing plate 16 can be opened, thereby allowing the concrete inside the metering hopper body 3 to flow out.

[0039] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples and are not intended to limit the utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability, comprising four first connecting frames (1), the four first connecting frames (1) being symmetrically distributed, a third connecting frame (14) being fixedly connected between each adjacent pair of first connecting frames (1), and a second connecting frame (2) being fixedly connected to the outer surface of the four first connecting frames (1), the second connecting frame (2) being located below the four third connecting frames (14), characterized in that: The top of each of the four third connecting frames (14) is fixedly connected to a measuring hopper body (3). The measuring hopper body (3) has a conical structure at its bottom. The bottom of the measuring hopper body (3) is fixedly connected to a base plate (15). The base plate (15) is hollow inside. The bottom of the base plate (15) is provided with a splash guard (17). The system also includes: A reinforcing component, located on the outer surface of the four first connecting frames (1), is used to enhance the stability of the connection between the metering hopper body (3) and the four first connecting frames (1); A protective mounting assembly, located between the four first connecting brackets (1), is used to mount the splash guard (17) on the bottom of the base plate (15) for easy replacement of the splash guard (17).

2. The metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcement component includes a reinforcing block (4), a reinforcing block (12), and a placement groove (13). A reinforcing block (4) is fixedly connected between the two first connecting frames (1). The four reinforcing blocks (4) are located between the second connecting frame (2) and the four third connecting frames (14). Placement grooves (13) are opened on the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks (4) that are close to each other. A reinforcing block (12) is inserted into the interior of each of the four placement grooves (13).

3. The metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks (4) are all threaded with second bolts (11) to the corresponding reinforcing blocks (12), and the outer surfaces of the four reinforcing blocks (12) near the metering bucket body (3) are all inclined.

4. The metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcement assembly also includes a reinforcing plate (5) and a first bolt (6). The outer surfaces of the four first connecting frames (1) are threaded with multiple first bolts (6). The outer surfaces of the multiple first bolts (6) are slidably engaged with the reinforcing plate (5). The outer surfaces of the four reinforcing plates (5) are threaded with multiple first bolts (6). The four reinforcing plates (5) are arranged in a "U" shape. The multiple first bolts (6) pass through the corresponding first connecting frame (1) and are threadedly connected to the metering bucket body (3). The four reinforcing plates (5) are located between the four third connecting frames (14) and the four reinforcing blocks (4).

5. A metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability according to claim 2, characterized in that: The protective installation assembly includes a handle (7), a threaded rod (8), and a support plate (10). The second connecting frame (2) and the reinforcing block (4) are rotatably connected by two symmetrically distributed threaded rods (8). The outer surfaces of the two threaded rods (8) are threaded with the support plate (10). The bottom of the second connecting frame (2) is rotatably connected by two symmetrically distributed handles (7). The two handles (7) are fixedly connected to the corresponding threaded rods (8).

6. The metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second connecting frame (2) and the reinforcing block (4) are fixedly connected by two symmetrically distributed guide columns (9). The two guide columns (9) are slidably connected to the corresponding support plates (10). The two support plates (10) are both arranged in an L-shape. The two support plates (10) are in active contact with the bottom of the splash guard (17).

7. A metering hopper for a concrete mixing plant with good stability according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate (15) is internally slidably connected to an opening and closing plate (16), which is arranged in an L-shape.

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  • Measuring hopper for concrete mixing plant

    CN215319651U