Movable pipeline device

By designing a movable piping device, the problems of low efficiency and poor safety in piping installation inside the vacuum tank were solved, enabling external operation and an efficient and safe piping installation process.

CN223868689UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-03ZHONGSHAN KAIXUAN VACUUM SCI & TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520759608.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-21
Publication Date
2026-02-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-04-21

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the installation of pipelines inside the vacuum tank is inefficient and unsafe, resulting in workers operating in a confined space, which poses a safety hazard.

Method used

Design a mobile pipeline device, including a drive unit, a mobile platform, and a pipeline system. The drive unit drives the mobile platform to move back and forth inside and outside the tank. The hose can be bent and extended. The operator operates outside the tank. After the pipeline interface assembly is connected outside the tank, the mobile platform carries the workpiece into the tank, and the hose is simultaneously retracted into the tank.

Benefits of technology

It improved pipeline installation efficiency, enhanced operational safety, reduced the time personnel spent working inside the tank, and improved both operational efficiency and safety.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a movable pipeline device, which comprises a driving device, a movable platform and a pipeline system, the movable platform is connected with the driving device, the driving device is used for driving the movable platform to reciprocate from the inside of a tank body to the outside of the tank body, the movable platform is used for bearing a workpiece, and the movable platform is provided with a pipeline interface assembly used for being connected with the workpiece. The pipeline system comprises a plurality of hoses, one ends of the hoses can be connected with the pipeline connector assembly, the other ends of the hoses can be connected with the tank body, and when the driving device drives the movable platform to move into the tank body, the pipeline system can be collected into the tank body. The movable platform can be connected with the tank body through the pipeline system, the hose can be bent, retracted and released, a worker can operate a butt joint pipeline outside the tank, the space is wide, safety is achieved, efficiency is high, after butt joint is completed, the movable platform is driven by the driving device to carry workpieces into the tank, and meanwhile the hose can be synchronously retracted into the tank.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to vacuum processing related technical field, especially relates to a movable pipeline device. BACKGROUND

[0002] At present, the coil needs to be compressed in a vacuum drying environment, generally adopts a pressure disc to compress the coil, and the pressure disc generally adopts hydraulic drive, in the prior art, the conventional constant pressure system pipeline is generally laid in a vacuum tank, and the pipeline is installed on the pipeline of the pressure disc by moving a moving platform provided with the pressure disc into the vacuum tank. Before product processing, the operator needs to enter the vacuum tank to install the pressure disc pipeline after the moving platform is in place, because the space in the tank is small and the number of accommodated operators is small, the installation efficiency is low, and the operator may be trapped in the tank, and the personal safety of the operator is difficult to guarantee. SUMMARY

[0003] The utility model aims at at least solving one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the utility model provides a movable pipeline device, which can solve the problems of low pipe connection efficiency and insecurity in the tank.

[0004] The movable pipeline device according to the first aspect of the utility model comprises a driving device, a moving platform and a pipeline system, the moving platform is connected with the driving device, the driving device is used for driving the moving platform to reciprocate between the tank body and the outside of the tank body, the moving platform is used for carrying a workpiece, the pipeline system comprises a plurality of hoses and a pipeline interface assembly, the pipeline interface assembly is arranged on the moving platform, the pipeline interface assembly is used for being connected with the workpiece, one end of the hose can be connected with the pipeline interface assembly, and the other end can be connected with the tank body, wherein when the driving device drives the moving platform into the tank body, the pipeline system can be received in the tank body.

[0005] The movable pipeline device according to the utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: the moving platform and the tank body can be connected through the pipeline system, the hose can be folded and stored, before work, the driving device can drive the moving platform to move to the outside of the tank, the operator can operate outside the tank, the space is spacious and safe, more operators can operate, the workpiece can be connected with the pipeline interface assembly of the moving platform outside the tank, the work efficiency is high, after good connection, the driving device is used for driving the moving platform to send the workpiece into the tank, and the hose can be received in the tank at the same time, the operation efficiency is improved, and the operation environment is safer.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present application, the pipeline system further comprises a pipeline guiding structure, the pipeline guiding structure is connected with the moving platform, the hose and the tank body, when the moving platform moves, the pipeline guiding structure can guide the hose to be retracted and extended along a predetermined path.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present application, the pipeline guiding structure comprises a tank chain and a plurality of limiting clamping plates, the tank chain is connected between the moving platform and the tank body, each limiting clamping plate is arranged along the extension direction of the tank chain, and the limiting clamping plate is used for spacing and limiting each hose.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present application, one end of the tank chain is arranged on the upper top surface or the rear side surface of the moving platform, and the other end is arranged on the bottom wall in the tank body, the moving platform and the bottom wall in the tank body have an avoiding gap, and the avoiding gap can accommodate the tank chain.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present application, the pipeline system further comprises a hard pipe which is connected with each hose, the hard pipe is arranged on the moving platform and connected with the pipeline interface assembly.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present application, the pipeline system further comprises a first mounting rack, the first mounting rack is arranged close to the rear side of the moving platform, one end of the hard pipe is connected with the pipeline interface assembly, and the other end extends to the first mounting rack, and the hose is connected with the hard pipe through the first mounting rack.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present application, the moving platform is provided with an avoiding groove, and the hard pipe extends to the first mounting rack along the avoiding groove.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present application, the pipeline interface assembly comprises a plurality of oil inlet interfaces and oil return interfaces which are connected one by one, and the oil inlet interface is arranged above the corresponding oil return interface.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present application, the driving device comprises a driving trolley, the driving trolley is provided with a connecting frame, the moving platform can be detachably mounted on the connecting frame, the bottom of the moving platform is provided with a roller, and the driving trolley can drive the moving platform to move.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present application, the tank body is provided with a flange assembly, the flange assembly comprises a flange opening and a cover plate, the cover plate is detachably connected with the flange opening, and the cover plate is provided with an external interface which is connected with the pipeline system.

[0015] The additional aspects and advantages of the present application will be in part apparent and in part pointed out hereinafter in the description of embodiments of the present application, which will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0016] The above and additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent from and will be elucidated with reference to the embodiments described hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0017] Figure 1 is a general schematic view of the embodiment of the present application;

[0018] Figure 2 is a structural view of a pipeline system in a tank;

[0019] Figure 3 is a schematic view of a pipeline guide structure;

[0020] Figure 4 is Figure 1 is a partial enlarged view of A in FIG. 1;

[0021] Figure 5 is Figure 2 is a partial enlarged view of D in FIG. 1;

[0022] Figure 6 is Figure 1 is a partial enlarged view of B in FIG. 1;

[0023] Figure 7 is Figure 1 is a partial enlarged view of C in FIG. 1;

[0024] Figure 8 is a structural schematic view of a moving platform;

[0025] Figure 9 is a structural schematic view of a driving device.

[0026] REFERENCE NUMERALS:

[0027] Driving device 100, driving trolley 110, connecting frame 111, bolt 1111;

[0028] Moving platform 200, avoiding groove 220, roller 230, connecting part 240;

[0029] Pipeline system 300, hose 310, pipeline interface assembly 320, oil inlet interface 321, oil return interface 322, pipeline guide structure 330, tank chain 331, limiting clamp plate 332, hard pipe 340, first mounting frame 350, second mounting frame 360, tank pipeline 370;

[0030] Tank 400, flange assembly 410, flange opening 411, cover plate 412, external interface 413, track 420. Detailed implementation manners

[0031] The embodiments of the present utility model will be described in detail below. The examples of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below by referring to the drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present utility model and should not be construed as a limitation to the present utility model.

[0032] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and thus should not be construed as a limitation to the present utility model. In addition, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise specified, the meaning of "plurality" is two or more.

[0033] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and defined, the terms "mounted", "connected" and "coupled" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it may be a fixed connection, a detachable connection or an integral connection; it may be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it may be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it may be the internal connection of two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present utility model can be understood according to specific situations.

[0034] Refer to Figures 1 to 9According to a first aspect of the present invention, a movable pipeline device includes a drive device 100, a moving platform 200, and a pipeline system 300. The moving platform 200 is connected to the drive device 100. The drive device 100 is used to drive the moving platform 200 to reciprocate between inside and outside the tank 400. The moving platform 200 is used to carry a workpiece. The pipeline system 300 includes a plurality of hoses 310 and a pipeline interface assembly 320. The pipeline interface assembly 320 is disposed on the moving platform 200 and is used to connect to the workpiece. One end of each hose 310 can be connected to the pipeline interface assembly 320, and the other end can be connected to the tank 400. When the drive device 100 drives the moving platform 200 into the tank 400, the pipeline system 300 can be retracted into the tank 400. The mobile platform 200 can be connected to the tank 400 via the pipeline system 300. The hose 310 can be bent and extended. Before operation, the drive device 100 can drive the mobile platform 200 to move outside the tank, allowing workers to operate outside the tank in a spacious and safe environment. This allows for the operation of multiple personnel and enables the docking of workpieces with the pipeline interface component 320 of the mobile platform 200 from outside the tank, resulting in high work efficiency. After docking, the drive device 100 drives the mobile platform 200 to carry the workpiece into the tank, while the hose 310 is simultaneously retracted into the tank. Then, the tank 400 can be sealed, and the pipeline system can be used for processing, improving operational efficiency and safety.

[0035] Specifically, the hose 310 can be made of pressure-resistant metal or pressure-resistant rubber. The workpiece can be a pressure plate and a coil. The tank 400 can be a vacuum tank. The pressure plate needs to compress the coil by hydraulic drive in a near-vacuum environment. Therefore, the pressure plate needs to be connected to the pipeline system 300 for drive. Thus, the pressure plate and coil can be carried by the moving platform 200. One end of the pipeline system 300 is connected to the moving platform 200, and the pipeline interface assembly 320 is arranged on the moving platform 200. The other end is connected to the tank 400. The tank 400 can be connected to external driving components such as a pump. The drive device 100 can drive the moving platform 200. The mobile platform 200 is connected to the tank 400 via a flexible hose 310, which is a hydraulic hose, allowing relative movement between the mobile platform 200 and the tank 400. When the mobile platform 200 is outside the tank, it facilitates the placement of workpieces, provides ample space, and allows for the deployment of more personnel. It also facilitates the connection of the pressure plate and pipeline interface assembly 320 to the pipeline outside the tank to form a constant pressure system pipeline. Personnel do not need to be inside the tank 400 to perform special operations in a confined space, making it safer. After connecting the pipeline, simply drive the mobile platform 200 into the tank and then close the vacuum tank to proceed with subsequent vacuuming, coil pressing, and other processes.

[0036] Reference Figures 1 to 3In some embodiments of this utility model, the pipeline system 300 further includes a pipeline guide structure 330, which is connected to the mobile platform 200, the hose 310, and the tank 400. When the mobile platform 200 moves, the pipeline guide structure 330 can guide the hose 310 to extend and retract along a predetermined path. Specifically, when the mobile platform 200 is active, the hose 310 can be limited by the pipeline guide structure 330, which guides the hose 310 to extend and retract, allowing the hose 310 to extend and retract along a predetermined path. This ensures that the hose 310 does not interfere with other components when the mobile platform 200 is active, and that the hose 310 can be completely retracted into the tank 400, ensuring the normal operation of the equipment.

[0037] Reference Figure 3 In some embodiments of this utility model, the pipeline guiding structure 330 includes a tank chain 331 and multiple limiting clamps 332. The tank chain 331 is connected between the mobile platform 200 and the tank 400. The limiting clamps 332 are spaced apart along the extension direction of the tank chain 331 and are used to limit the spacing of each hose 310. Specifically, the tank chain 331 is also called a cable drag chain. Two parallel tank chains 331 can be set, and the limiting clamps 332 are connected between the tank chains 331. The limiting clamps 332 are provided with multiple through holes for the hoses 310 to pass through. The limiting clamps 332 can clamp multiple hoses 310 at a certain interval, and the limiting clamps 332 are spaced apart along the extension direction of the chain so that the hoses 310 can be neatly arranged. The tank chain 331 can be bent and extended at a certain angle. When the mobile platform 200 moves, the tank chain 331 can drive the hoses 310 to extend and retract, and protect the hoses 310.

[0038] It should be noted that the limiting clamp 332 can be made of electrical bakelite board, special fiberglass composite board, or metal board.

[0039] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 4 In some embodiments of this utility model, one end of the tank chain 331 is located on the top or rear side of the mobile platform 200, and the other end is located on the bottom wall inside the tank 400. A clearance gap exists between the mobile platform 200 and the bottom wall inside the tank 400, allowing the tank chain 331 to retract. Specifically, one end of the tank chain 331 can be installed on the top surface of the mobile platform 200, and the other end can be located on the bottom wall of the tank 400, thus creating a vertical height difference. Furthermore, the clearance gap between the bottom of the mobile platform 200 and the bottom wall of the tank 400 allows the tank chain 331 to retract into the clearance gap when the mobile platform 200 enters the tank 400. This prevents the piping system from occupying excessive space, especially not space on the mobile platform 200, resulting in a more rational layout.

[0040] It should be noted that the tank chain 331 can also be connected to the rear side of the mobile platform 200, and it also has clearance for the tank chain 331 to be received, and it will not occupy the space above the mobile platform 200.

[0041] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 In some embodiments of this utility model, the piping system 300 further includes rigid pipes 340 that are connected to each of the flexible hoses 310. The rigid pipes 340 are arranged on the mobile platform 200 and connected to the piping interface assembly 320. Specifically, the rigid pipes 340 can be fixed to the mobile platform 200 by pipe clamps without adjusting their position. Therefore, the rigid pipes 340 can be made into high-pressure resistant seamless pipes, which are more durable and easier to connect to the piping interface assembly 320.

[0042] It is conceivable that the pipe interface assembly 320 is equipped with a valve, and the rigid metal pipe 340 can be directly welded to the valve.

[0043] Reference Figure 4 In some embodiments of this utility model, the piping system 300 further includes a first mounting bracket 350, which is disposed near the rear side of the mobile platform 200. One end of the rigid pipe 340 is connected to the piping interface assembly 320, and the other end extends to the first mounting bracket 350. The flexible hose 310 is connected to the rigid pipe 340 through the first mounting bracket 350. Specifically, the first mounting bracket 350 can connect the flexible hose 310 and the rigid pipe 340. To facilitate connection and reduce space occupation, the first mounting bracket 350 can be disposed near the rear of the mobile platform 200. The first mounting bracket 350 can be provided with a connector, which can connect the flexible hose 310 and the rigid pipe 340.

[0044] Reference Figure 4 In some embodiments of this utility model, the side of the mobile platform 200 is provided with a clearance groove 220, and the rigid pipe 340 extends along the clearance groove 220 to the first mounting bracket 350. Specifically, the side of the mobile platform 200 may be provided with a concave clearance groove 220, which can be used for pipe arrangement, thereby facilitating the arrangement of the rigid pipe 340 on the mobile platform 200. The pipe system can reduce the space occupied on the side of the mobile platform 200, so that when the mobile platform 200 enters the vacuum tank, the pipe system 300 will not interfere with or collide with the vacuum tank, and it can also facilitate the neat arrangement of pipes.

[0045] It is conceivable that the periphery of the mobile platform 200 can be connected by splicing I-beams, and the grooves of the I-beams can serve as clearance grooves 220.

[0046] Reference Figure 6In some embodiments of this utility model, the pipeline interface assembly 320 includes a plurality of corresponding oil inlet interfaces 321 and oil return interfaces 322, with the oil inlet interfaces 321 located above the corresponding oil return interfaces 322. Specifically, the oil inlet interface 321 is connected to the oil inlet of the workpiece, and the oil return interface 322 is connected to the oil outlet of the workpiece. The oil inlet interface 321 being located above facilitates pipeline layout, while a single oil return pipe can be provided and arranged below, with the oil return interface 322 located on the lower oil return pipe.

[0047] Reference Figure 1 , Figures 8 to 9 In some embodiments of this utility model, the driving device 100 includes a driving trolley 110, which is provided with a connecting frame 111. The moving platform 200 can be detachably installed with the connecting frame 111. The bottom of the moving platform 200 is provided with rollers 230. The driving trolley 110 can drive the moving platform 200 to move. Specifically, the moving platform 200 can be configured as a carrying platform and rollers 230. The moving platform 200 can move via the rollers 230. The driving trolley 110 can travel and drive the moving platform 200 to move in the direction inside and outside the tank. The driving trolley 110 is provided with a connecting frame 111, and a corresponding connecting component 240 is provided on the moving trolley. The connecting frame 111 and the connecting component 240 can be locked together by a pin 1111. When the moving platform 200 is sent into the tank, the pin 1111 can be removed to disengage the driving trolley 110 from the moving platform 200.

[0048] It is conceivable that a track 420 aligned with the roller 230 can be provided on the bottom wall of the tank 400. After the moving platform 200 enters the tank 400, it can dock with the track 420 and move along the track 420, so that the moving platform 200 can move along a predetermined trajectory without interfering with or colliding with other components inside the tank.

[0049] Reference Figure 7 In some embodiments of this utility model, the tank body 400 is provided with a flange assembly 410, which includes a flange opening 411 and a cover plate 412. The cover plate 412 is detachably connected to the flange opening 411, and the cover plate 412 is provided with an external interface 413 for docking with the pipeline system 300. Specifically, the flange opening 411 communicates with the inside of the tank body 400, the cover plate 412 is connected to the flange opening 411 by bolts, and the cover plate 412 is provided with an external interface 413, which is connected to the pipeline 370 inside the tank for easy maintenance of the pipeline interface.

[0050] Reference Figure 5It should be noted that the tank body 400 may be equipped with a second mounting bracket 360 and an internal pipeline 370. The internal pipeline 370 is connected to the outside through a flange assembly 410. The internal pipeline 370 may also be a rigid metal pipe. The second mounting bracket 360 can connect the flexible hose 310 to the internal pipeline 370.

[0051] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0052] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A movable pipeline device, characterized in that, include: Drive unit (100); A mobile platform (200) is connected to the drive device (100), the drive device (100) is used to drive the mobile platform (200) to move back and forth between inside and outside the tank (400), and the mobile platform (200) is used to carry the workpiece; The piping system (300) includes multiple hoses (310) and a pipe interface assembly (320). The pipe interface assembly (320) is located on the mobile platform (200) and is used to connect to the workpiece. One end of each hose (310) can be connected to the pipe interface assembly (320), and the other end can be connected to the tank (400). When the driving device (100) drives the mobile platform (200) into the tank (400), the pipeline system (300) can be retracted into the tank (400).

2. The movable pipeline device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pipeline system (300) also includes a pipeline guide structure (330), which is connected to the mobile platform (200), the hose (310) and the tank (400). When the mobile platform (200) moves, the pipeline guide structure (330) can guide the hose (310) to extend and retract along a predetermined path.

3. A movable pipeline device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The pipeline guiding structure (330) includes a tank chain (331) and a plurality of limiting clamps (332). The tank chain (331) is connected between the mobile platform (200) and the tank body (400). Each of the limiting clamps (332) is spaced apart along the extension direction of the tank chain (331). The limiting clamps (332) are used to limit the spacing of each of the hoses (310).

4. A movable pipeline device according to claim 3, characterized in that, One end of the tank chain (331) is located on the top or rear side of the mobile platform (200), and the other end is located on the bottom wall inside the tank (400). There is a clearance between the mobile platform (200) and the bottom wall inside the tank (400), and the clearance allows the tank chain (331) to be received.

5. A movable pipeline device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The piping system (300) also includes rigid pipes (340) that are connected to each of the flexible hoses (310), the rigid pipes (340) being arranged on the mobile platform (200) and connected to the piping interface assembly (320).

6. A movable pipeline device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The piping system (300) also includes a first mounting bracket (350) located near the rear of the mobile platform (200). One end of the rigid pipe (340) is connected to the piping interface assembly (320), and the other end extends to the first mounting bracket (350). The flexible hose (310) is connected to the rigid pipe (340) through the first mounting bracket (350).

7. A movable pipeline device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The mobile platform (200) has a clearance groove (220) on its side, and the rigid tube (340) extends along the clearance groove (220) to the first mounting bracket (350).

8. A movable pipeline device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pipeline interface assembly (320) includes a plurality of one-to-one oil inlet interfaces (321) and oil return interfaces (322), with the oil inlet interfaces (321) located above the corresponding oil return interfaces (322).

9. A movable pipeline device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive device (100) includes a drive trolley (110), the drive trolley (110) is provided with a connecting frame (111), the mobile platform (200) can be detachably installed with the connecting frame (111), the bottom of the mobile platform (200) is provided with rollers (230), and the drive trolley (110) can drive the mobile platform (200) to move.

10. A movable pipeline device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tank body (400) is provided with a flange assembly (410), which includes a flange opening (411) and a cover plate (412). The cover plate (412) is detachably connected to the flange opening (411), and the cover plate (412) is provided with an external interface (413) for docking with the pipeline system (300).