Semi-automatic vehicle covering machine

By designing a semi-automatic truck tarpaulin installation machine, which utilizes structures such as columns, frames, traveling carriages, and chain hoists, semi-automatic installation of truck tarpaulins has been achieved. This solves the problem of complex manual tarpaulin installation in existing technologies and improves installation efficiency and flexibility.

CN223865942UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-03QINHUANGDAO XINSHUO MASCH SALES CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520125479.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-20
Publication Date
2026-02-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-20

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Technical Problem

The current method of installing tarpaulins on trucks requires workers to manually climb onto the trucks to secure them, which is a complex and labor-intensive process.

Method used

Design a semi-automatic tarpaulin covering machine, including a column, frame, traveling carriage, chain hoist and crossbeam structure, to achieve automated tarpaulin installation through mechanization. The semi-automatic covering of the tarpaulin is achieved by using the chain hoist and crossbeam in conjunction with fasteners.

Benefits of technology

It has enabled semi-automated installation of tarpaulins, reducing the labor intensity of workers, simplifying the installation process, and improving installation efficiency and flexibility.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a semi-automatic vehicle covering machine, relates to the technical field of truck tarpaulin installation auxiliary devices, and aims to solve the problem that the tarpaulin covered on an existing truck is manually installed and fixed when a worker holds an auxiliary tool by hand to climb on the truck, and the installation process is complex. Comprising multiple sets of stand columns, the stand columns are symmetrically distributed, a frame is installed at the tops of the stand columns, an awning is installed above the frame, walking sports cars are arranged below the frame in a sliding mode and symmetrically distributed, a support is installed at the bottoms of the walking sports cars, and chain hoists are installed at the two ends of the support. The chain hoist is used for lifting auxiliary hoisting, the lower portion of the chain hoist is connected with a cross beam through a rope, tarpaulin is installed at the bottom of the cross beam through a fastener, and a truck is movably arranged below the frame.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of auxiliary devices for installing truck tarpaulins, and in particular to a semi-automatic truck tarpaulin covering machine. Background Technology

[0002] Truck tarpaulin covering technology was developed to address the need for cargo protection during truck transportation. During cargo transport, proper covering and protection are essential to ensure the safety, integrity, and protection of goods from external environmental influences. Tarpaulins, as a common covering material, are lightweight, durable, and easy to handle, thus making them widely used in truck transportation.

[0003] The current method of manually installing and securing tarpaulins on trucks involves workers climbing onto the trucks with auxiliary tools, which is a complex process. Therefore, it is particularly important to design a semi-automatic truck covering machine to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problem that the installation of tarpaulins on existing trucks is complicated, requiring workers to climb onto the truck with auxiliary tools to manually install and fix them. Therefore, a semi-automatic truck covering machine is proposed.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a semi-automatic vehicle covering machine, comprising columns arranged in multiple symmetrical groups, a frame installed on the top of the columns, a canopy installed above the frame, a slidable trolley mounted below the frame, the trolleys arranged symmetrically, a bracket installed at the bottom of the trolley, chain hoists installed at both ends of the bracket, the chain hoists being used for lifting and assisting in hoisting, a crossbeam connected to the bottom of the chain hoists by a rope, a tarpaulin installed at the bottom of the crossbeam by fasteners, and a movably mounted truck below the frame.

[0006] Preferably, the frame is rotatably connected to a roller via an auxiliary frame, and the relative position of the roller and the movement path of the traveling vehicle do not interfere with each other.

[0007] Preferably, the length of the tarpaulin is adjusted to accommodate the length of the cargo on the truck.

[0008] Preferably, the driving operation of the chain hoist is controlled by the working operation.

[0009] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0010] 1. In this utility model, during use, a frame is installed above the column, and a canopy structure is installed on the frame to cover the truck. A traveling trolley structure is then installed on the frame to drive the chain hoist and the crossbeam structure to slide left and right above the truck. Fasteners are used to install the tarpaulin on the crossbeam, making it easy to cover the truck later. Compared with the conventional method of manually installing the tarpaulin by hand tools, the technical solution adopted by this utility model can realize the semi-automation of tarpaulin covering on trucks, reducing the labor intensity of workers. The overall structure is compact and easy for workers to install and maintain. It solves the problem of the existing tarpaulin covering on trucks, which requires workers to climb onto the truck with auxiliary tools to manually install and fix it, resulting in a complicated installation process.

[0011] 2. In this utility model, the length of the tarpaulin can be adjusted adaptively according to the length of the goods on the truck, which improves the flexibility of the entire device. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is a front view of the semi-automatic vehicle covering machine of this utility model;

[0013] Figure 2 This is a side view of the semi-automatic tarpaulin covering machine of this utility model in the state after the tarpaulin has been covered;

[0014] Figure 3 This is a side view of the semi-automatic vehicle covering machine of this utility model in a non-working state.

[0015] Legend: 1. Column; 101. Frame; 2. Canopy; 201. Traveling trolley; 202. Support; 203. Chain hoist; 204. Rope; 205. Crossbeam; 3. Fastener; 301. Tarpaulin; 4. Truck; 5. Idler roller; 501. Auxiliary frame. Detailed Implementation

[0016] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0017] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.

[0018] This utility model provides a semi-automatic vehicle covering machine, including columns 1, which are symmetrically distributed in multiple groups. A frame 101 is installed on the top of each column 1, and a canopy 2 is installed above the frame 101. A slidable trolley 201 is slidably arranged below the frame 101. The trolleys 201 are symmetrically distributed, and a bracket 202 is installed at the bottom of each trolley 201. Chain hoists 203 are installed at both ends of the bracket 202 for lifting and auxiliary hoisting. A crossbeam 205 is connected to the bottom of the chain hoist 203 via a rope 204. A tarpaulin 301 is installed at the bottom of the crossbeam 205 via fasteners 3. A truck 4 is movably arranged below the frame 101. A roller 5 is rotatably connected to the frame 101 via an auxiliary frame 501. The relative position of the roller 5 and the movement path of the trolley 201 do not interfere with each other.

[0019] In actual use, the semi-automatic truck covering machine operates as follows: the truck 4, under the driver's control, moves to the bottom of the frame 101, with the trolley 201 positioned to the left of the idler roller 5. The operator controls the chain hoist 203, which, in conjunction with the rope 204, lowers the crossbeam 205. Then, the operator, using fasteners 3, installs the tarpaulin 301 onto the crossbeam 205. The operator then controls the chain hoist 203 to raise the crossbeam 205 until it exceeds the height of the idler roller 5. The trolley 201 then moves the chain hoist 203 on the support 202 towards the truck 4 until the tarpaulin 301 completely covers the truck 4. The chain hoist 203 then lowers again, and the operator manually removes the fasteners 3 and adjusts the tarpaulin. The other end of 301 is fixed and limited on the truck 4. A frame 101 is installed above the column 1, and a canopy 2 structure is installed on the frame 101 to cover the truck 4. A traveling trolley 201 structure is installed on the frame 101 to drive the structure composed of the chain hoist 203 and the crossbeam 205 to slide left and right above the truck 4. The tarpaulin 301 is installed on the crossbeam 205 with the fasteners 3, which facilitates the later covering of the truck 4. Compared with the conventional method of manually installing the tarpaulin 301 by hand tools, the technical solution adopted by this utility model can realize the semi-automatic work of covering the tarpaulin 301 on the truck 4, freeing up the labor intensity of the workers. The overall structure is compact and easy for workers to install and maintain.

[0020] Example 1

[0021] like Figure 1-3 As shown, the length of the tarpaulin 301 is adaptively adjusted according to the required length of the cargo on the truck 4, and the driving operation of the chain hoist 203 is controlled by the operation control.

[0022] The effect achieved by the entire embodiment 1 is that, during use, the length of the tarpaulin 301 can be adaptively adjusted according to the length of the cargo on the truck 4, thereby improving the flexibility of the entire device.

[0023] Working principle: At this time, the truck moves under the control of the driver to the bottom of the frame, and the traveling carriage is on the left side of the idler roller. The operator controls the chain hoist to work, and with the help of the rope, the crossbeam is lowered. Then, the operator uses fasteners to install the tarpaulin on the crossbeam. Then, the operator operates the chain hoist to move the crossbeam up until the crossbeam exceeds the height of the idler roller. Then, the traveling carriage drives the chain hoist on the bracket to move towards the truck until the tarpaulin completely covers the truck. The chain hoist is lowered again. Then, the operator manually removes the fasteners and fixes the other end of the tarpaulin on the truck.

Claims

1. A semi-automatic vehicle covering machine, comprising columns (1) arranged in multiple symmetrical groups, wherein a frame (101) is mounted on the top of each column (1), characterized in that, A canopy (2) is installed above the frame (101), and a trolley (201) is slidably installed below the frame (101). The trolleys (201) are symmetrically distributed, and a bracket (202) is installed at the bottom of the trolley (201). A chain hoist (203) is installed at both ends of the bracket (202). The chain hoist (203) is used for lifting and assisting in hoisting. A crossbeam (205) is connected to the bottom of the chain hoist (203) by a rope (204). A tarpaulin (301) is installed at the bottom of the crossbeam (205) by fasteners (3). A truck (4) is movably installed below the frame (101).

2. The semi-automatic vehicle covering machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (101) is rotatably connected to a roller (5) via an auxiliary frame (501), and the relative position of the roller (5) does not interfere with the movement path of the traveling vehicle (201).

3. The semi-automatic vehicle covering machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length of the tarpaulin (301) is adapted to the length of the cargo on the truck (4) required.

4. The semi-automatic vehicle covering machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The driving operation of the chain hoist (203) is controlled by the working operation.