Device for assisting in transferring barrel

By designing a device to assist in the transfer of the cylinder, the problems of damage and low efficiency in cylinder hoisting were solved, achieving damage-free hoisting and efficient manufacturing, and reducing costs and time.

CN223892268UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-10SHANXI YANG MEI CHEM IND MACHINERY
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Application Number
CN202520530997.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-25
Publication Date
2026-02-10
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-25

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Technical Problem

In existing technologies, pressure vessel cylinders are easily damaged during hoisting, requiring welding and grinding repairs. Furthermore, preheating is necessary at low temperatures or with special materials, resulting in low manufacturing efficiency, high costs, and quality risks.

Method used

Design an auxiliary transfer device that includes a main body, a horizontal support arm, lifting lugs, reinforcing ribs, a counterweight box, and a traction ring. This device avoids direct contact with the cylinder, uses the horizontal support arm and lifting lugs for hoisting, and utilizes the counterweight box for balance to ensure stability and safety.

Benefits of technology

This avoids damage to the cylinder, reduces material and labor consumption, shortens the production cycle, improves manufacturing efficiency, and reduces costs and labor intensity.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a device for assisting in transferring a barrel. The device comprises a main body, the main body is provided with two horizontal bearing arms, and a vertical connecting arm is arranged between the two horizontal bearing arms to connect the two horizontal bearing arms to enable the main body to be in a U shape; the pair of first lifting lugs are distributed on the two sides of the main body respectively, and each first lifting lug is provided with a through hole through which a lifting cable can penetrate conveniently; the reinforcing rib plate is positioned on the inner side of the U shape of the main body and is used for reinforcing the bearing capacity of the main body; the second lifting lug is located on the left side of the central axis of the main body, and the second lifting lug is provided with two adjacent through holes; the weight box is located on the upper right portion of the main body and used for balancing the main body; and the traction ring is positioned on the outer side of the U shape of the main body. According to the device, damage to the barrel of the pressure vessel in the barrel transferring process is avoided, and the manufacturing efficiency of the barrel is improved.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of pressure vessel manufacturing, in particular to a device for assisting the transfer of a cylinder. BACKGROUND

[0002] At present, in the technical field of pressure vessel manufacturing, the transfer of the cylinder of the pressure vessel is an operation step that is indispensable and often occurs in daily work. In daily work, the main tool used for the hoisting transfer of the cylinder of the pressure vessel is a plate clamp. There are several technical problems that need to be solved in the process of using the plate clamp, for example, in the hoisting process of the cylinder of the pressure vessel, the use of the plate clamp is easy to cause damage to the cylinder of the pressure vessel, and subsequent repair welding and polishing of the cylinder of the pressure vessel are required. If the operation is performed in a low-temperature operating environment or special materials such as Cr-Mo steel are operated, preheating is also required when repair welding. Secondly, when the workers operate the plate clamp on the large-diameter cylinder, a climbing platform also needs to be used for operation, resulting in reduced production efficiency. The above technical problems not only increase the consumption of materials and labor, but also prolong the production cycle of the cylinder of the pressure vessel, bear the risk of quality defects, and increase the manufacturing cost in an invisible way. Therefore, a device for assisting the transfer of a cylinder is needed to be designed to avoid damage to the cylinder of the pressure vessel and improve the production efficiency. CONTENT OF THE UTILITY MODEL

[0003] In view of the above technical problems, the present disclosure proposes a device for assisting the transfer of a cylinder, characterized in that it comprises: a main body having two horizontal bearing arms, a vertical connecting arm between the two horizontal bearing arms to connect the two horizontal bearing arms so that the main body is in the shape of U; a pair of first lifting lugs distributed on the two sides of the main body, respectively, the first lifting lug having a through hole for the hoisting cable to pass through; a reinforcing rib plate located on the inner side of the U-shaped main body for reinforcing the bearing capacity of the main body; a second lifting lug located on the left side of the central axis of the main body, the second lifting lug having two adjacent through holes; a counterweight box located above the right side of the main body for balancing the main body; and a traction ring located on the outer side of the U-shaped main body.

[0004] In a preferred embodiment, the reinforcing rib plate is fixed on the inner side of the U-shaped main body by welding.

[0005] In a preferred embodiment, the reinforcing rib plate is in the shape of U.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment, the lifting belt passes through the traction ring.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, an operator can control the device from below using the slings, preventing the device from rotating or shifting.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the two adjacent through holes are on the same horizontal line.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the two horizontal support arms are parallel to each other in a vertical plane.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, one of the two horizontal support arms is capable of passing through the cylinder to lift the cylinder.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the other of the two horizontal support arms is located above the cylinder.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this disclosure are as follows: the technical solution of this utility model avoids damage to the cylinder of the pressure vessel during the transfer of the cylinder, reduces the consumption of materials and labor, shortens the manufacturing cycle of the cylinder of the pressure vessel, and improves the manufacturing efficiency of the cylinder. Attached Figure Description

[0013] The novel features of this application are specifically set forth in the appended claims. A better understanding of the features and advantages of this application will be gained by referring to the following detailed description and accompanying drawings, which illustrate illustrative embodiments in which the principles of this application are utilized. The drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be considered as limiting the scope of this application. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same elements throughout the drawings, in which:

[0014] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an apparatus for assisting in the transfer of a cylindrical body is shown according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1-First lifting lug, 2-Reinforcing rib plate, 3-Second lifting lug, 4-Counterweight box, 5-Main body, 6-Traction ring. Detailed Implementation

[0016] Exemplary embodiments of this disclosure will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While exemplary embodiments of this disclosure are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that this disclosure can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to enable a more thorough understanding of this disclosure and to fully convey the scope of this disclosure to those skilled in the art. Nothing in the following detailed description is intended to suggest that any particular component or feature is essential to this application. Those skilled in the art will understand that various features may be substituted for or combined with each other without departing from the scope of this disclosure.

[0017] Figure 1A schematic diagram of an apparatus for assisting in the transfer of a cylinder according to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. An apparatus for assisting in the transfer of a cylinder may include: a first lifting lug 1, a reinforcing rib 2, a second lifting lug 3, a counterweight box 4, a main body 5, and a traction ring 6. The main body 5 may have two horizontal support arms, with a vertical connecting arm between the two horizontal support arms to connect them. The main body 5 may be U-shaped. In a preferred embodiment, the two horizontal support arms may be parallel to each other in a vertical plane. In some embodiments, one of the two horizontal support arms may be able to pass through the cylinder for lifting the cylinder. In a preferred embodiment, the other of the two horizontal support arms may be located above the cylinder. The two horizontal support arms can be connected by the vertical connecting arm. That is, one of the two horizontal support arms can be inserted into the hollow portion of the cylinder. This avoids damage to the cylinder of the pressure vessel during transfer and eliminates the need for welding and grinding of the cylinder. The apparatus for assisting in the transfer of the cylinder may also include a pair of first lifting lugs 1. The pair of first lifting lugs 1 can be distributed on both sides of the main body 5, and the first lifting lug 1 can have through holes to facilitate the passage of lifting cables. The first lifting lug 1 can be used, for example, to lift heavy cylinders. The device for assisting in the transfer of the cylinder can also include a reinforcing rib plate 2. The reinforcing rib plate can be located inside the U-shape of the main body 5 to enhance the load-bearing capacity of the main body 5. In a preferred embodiment, the reinforcing rib plate 5 can be fixed inside the U-shape of the main body 5. In a preferred embodiment, the reinforcing rib plate 5 can be fixed inside the U-shape of the main body 5 by welding. In a preferred embodiment, the reinforcing rib plate can be U-shaped. In some embodiments, the reinforcing rib plate can be triangular, square, rectangular, pentagonal, or any shape that a person skilled in the art deems suitable. The device for assisting in the transfer of the cylinder can also include a second lifting lug 3. The second lifting lug 3 can be located to the left of the central axis of the main body 5, and the second lifting lug 3 can have two adjacent through holes. In a preferred embodiment, the two adjacent through holes can be on the same horizontal line. The second lifting lug 3 can be used, for example, to lift a lighter cylinder. In some embodiments, both the first lifting lug 1 and the second lifting lug 3 can be located above the main body 5 and on the same horizontal line. A pair of first lifting lugs 1 can be located on either side of the second lifting lug 3. The device for assisting in the transfer of the cylinder may also include a counterweight box 4. The counterweight box 4 can be located on the upper right side of the main body 5 for balancing the main body 5. The device for assisting in the transfer of the cylinder may also include a traction ring 6. The traction ring 6 can be located on the outside of the U-shape of the main body 5. In a preferred embodiment, a sling can pass through the traction ring 6.In a preferred embodiment, an operator can control the device from below using the slings, preventing the device from rotating or shifting.

[0018] Compared with existing technologies, the technical solution of this utility model solves the technical problems that, during the hoisting of pressure vessel cylinders, existing devices can easily damage the pressure vessel cylinders, requiring subsequent welding and grinding repairs, thus reducing manufacturing efficiency. This utility model avoids damage to the pressure vessel cylinders, eliminates the need for welding and grinding repairs, and avoids the need for preheating during welding repairs, saving labor costs and reducing labor intensity for enterprises. Furthermore, this utility model provides a more efficient and reliable solution for the transfer of pressure vessel cylinders. In addition, this utility model improves the manufacturing efficiency of the pressure vessel cylinders during the manufacturing process.

[0019] It should be understood that the systems in the various embodiments provided in this utility model can be combined, modified, and / or altered to form new technical solutions. Without inventive effort, these technical solutions should also be included within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0020] Numerous specific examples are provided in the embodiments described herein. It should be understood that these examples are for the purpose of elaborating on the implementation of the present invention in detail and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Embodiments of the present invention can be practiced without these specific examples. In some embodiments, structures and / or techniques well-known to those skilled in the art have not been shown in detail so as not to obscure the understanding of the present invention.

[0021] Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described herein, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that these embodiments are provided by way of example only. Various changes, modifications, and substitutions will appear to those skilled in the art without departing from the present invention. It should be understood that various alternatives to the embodiments of the present invention described herein are optionally used to implement the present invention. The scope of the present invention is intended to be defined by the claims, and thereby to cover structures within the scope of these claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A device for assisting in the transfer of a cylindrical body, characterized in that, include: The main body has two horizontal support arms and a vertical connecting arm between the two horizontal support arms to connect the two horizontal support arms, making the main body U-shaped. A pair of first lifting lugs, the pair of first lifting lugs being distributed on both sides of the main body, the first lifting lugs having through holes to facilitate the passage of lifting cables; A reinforcing rib, located inside the U-shape of the main body, is used to enhance the load-bearing capacity of the main body; The second lifting lug is located on the left side of the central axis of the main body, and the second lifting lug has two adjacent through holes; A counterweight box, located at the upper right of the main body, is used to balance the main body; as well as A traction ring, which is located on the outside of the U-shape of the main body.

2. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The reinforcing ribs are fixed to the inner side of the U-shape of the main body by welding.

3. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The reinforcing ribs are U-shaped.

4. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sling passes through the traction ring.

5. The apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The operator can control the device from below using the slings, preventing the device from rotating or shifting.

6. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two adjacent through holes are on the same horizontal line.

7. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two horizontal support arms are parallel to each other in the vertical plane.

8. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, One of the two horizontal support arms is capable of passing through the cylinder to lift the cylinder.

9. The apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that, The other of the two horizontal support arms is located above the cylinder.