Combined lifting appliance for mounting wind power tower drum

By designing a combined lifting device with detachable plug-in components and rotating connections, the problem of inconvenient disassembly of existing wind turbine tower lifting devices has been solved, thereby improving the stability and efficiency of wind turbine tower hoisting.

CN223963069UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03SOWEIT GEOSPATIAL SOLUTIONS CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520531267.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-24
Publication Date
2026-03-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-24

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Technical Problem

The existing wind turbine tower lifting equipment is inconvenient to disassemble, which affects the lifting efficiency.

Method used

A modular lifting device for wind turbine tower installation was designed, which adopts detachable plug-in connectors and a rotating connection structure. By engaging the plug-in connectors with the bolt holes on the wind turbine tower connection plate, a stable connection and convenient disassembly between the lifting device body and the assembly are achieved.

Benefits of technology

It improves the stability and ease of operation of wind turbine tower hoisting, reduces the difficulty of high-altitude operations, and increases hoisting efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a combined lifting appliance for wind power tower installation, which comprises a lifting appliance body and a combined body, the lower part of the lifting appliance body is provided with an assembling groove which can be matched with a connecting plate of a wind power tower, the upper part of the lifting appliance body is provided with connecting pieces, the two connecting pieces are arranged corresponding to the left side and the right side of the lifting appliance body, and an assembling gap exists between the two connecting pieces; a detachable plug connector is arranged at the position, corresponding to the assembly gap, of the lifting appliance body, and the plug connector corresponds to a bolt hole in a wind power tower tube connecting plate; the combined body comprises a connecting section and a clamping section. The combined lifting appliance for installing the wind power tower drum has the advantages of being simple in structure, stable, reliable and easy to assemble and use, can be used for lifting operation of the wind power tower drum, is very convenient to disassemble, reduces the high-altitude operation difficulty of an operator, and is beneficial to improving the subsequent lifting efficiency of the wind power tower drum.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of lifting tool technology, and in particular relates to a combined lifting tool for wind turbine tower installation. Background Technology

[0002] A wind turbine tower is the support structure for a wind turbine generator. Wind turbine towers are enormous, typically exceeding 10 meters in diameter, and correspondingly heavy. The conical structure of the tower, with varying diameters in different sections, increases the difficulty of hoisting. Traditional hoisting devices connect the hoisting blocks to the tower using bolts, a relatively simple connection method. While Chinese utility model patent application number 202321771671.9 discloses a hoisting device for wind turbine tower installation, which improves the safety and efficiency of the hoisting and fixing connection by using multiple sets of fixed components, it still relies heavily on bolts and other adjusting parts. Disassembly of the hoisting equipment is inconvenient during and after hoisting, increasing the difficulty for operators and hindering the improvement of subsequent wind turbine tower hoisting efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the present invention aims to propose a combined lifting tool for wind turbine tower installation, so as to solve the problem that the disassembly of existing lifting tools is inconvenient and not conducive to improving the subsequent lifting efficiency of wind turbine towers.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0005] A modular lifting device for installing wind turbine towers includes a lifting device body and an assembly. The lifting device body has an assembly groove at its lower part that mates with a connecting plate of the wind turbine tower, and a connecting member at its upper part. Two connecting members are provided on the left and right sides of the lifting device body, with an assembly gap between the two connecting members. A detachable plug-in member is provided on the lifting device body at a position corresponding to the assembly gap, and the plug-in member is provided with a bolt hole on the connecting plate of the wind turbine tower. The assembly includes a connecting section and a clamping section. There is a clamping gap between the clamping section of the assembly and the lifting device body that mates with the wind turbine tower body. The clamping gap is connected to the assembly groove. A lifting component and a plug-in hole are provided at a position where the connecting section of the assembly extends into the assembly gap. The plug-in hole is provided with a corresponding plug-in member. The lifting component and the plug-in hole are offset. The lifting component, the connecting member, and the connecting section of the assembly are rotatably connected.

[0006] Furthermore, the upper part of the lifting device body is provided with an assembly hole that mates with the plug-in component, and the assembly hole is connected to the assembly groove.

[0007] Furthermore, the end of the connector extending out of the connector hole is provided with a lifting lug.

[0008] Furthermore, the end of the connector that extends into the bolt hole of the wind turbine tower connecting plate is provided with a tapered end.

[0009] Furthermore, the lifting component has a limiting part on the side facing the insertion hole for limiting the movement of the insertion component.

[0010] Furthermore, the lifting components, connecting components, and assembly connecting sections are rotatably connected by a rotating shaft, and the lifting components, connecting components, and assembly connecting sections are all provided with shaft holes for installing the rotating shaft.

[0011] Furthermore, the connector is connected to the lifting device body via a reinforcing plate.

[0012] Furthermore, a reinforcing member is provided on the assembly at the position corresponding to the connection between the connecting section and the clamping section. One end of the reinforcing member is connected to the connecting section, and the other end is connected to the clamping section.

[0013] Furthermore, the reinforcing member is provided with a through hole for installing a traction rope.

[0014] Compared with existing technologies, the combined lifting device for wind turbine tower installation described in this utility model has the following advantages:

[0015] This utility model discloses a modular lifting device for wind turbine tower installation, which has the advantages of simple structure, stability and reliability, and ease of assembly and use. It can be used for the lifting operation of wind turbine towers and is very convenient to disassemble, reducing the difficulty of high-altitude operations for operators and improving the subsequent lifting efficiency of wind turbine towers. By setting detachable connectors on the lifting device body, the relative positions of the lifting device body, wind turbine sleeve, and assembly can be fixed using the connectors, which is simple to operate and helps to improve the stability of the wind turbine tower during subsequent lifting processes. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this utility model, are used to provide a further understanding of the utility model. The illustrative embodiments of the utility model and their descriptions are used to explain the utility model and do not constitute an undue limitation of the utility model. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a combined lifting device for installing wind turbine towers according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Exploded view;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly in a combined lifting device for installing a wind turbine tower, as described in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0021] 1. Lifting device body; 2. Assembly slot; 3. Assembly; 4. Lifting component; 5. Connecting section; 6. Rotating shaft; 7. Clamping section; 8. Reinforcing plate; 9. Limiting part; 10. Reinforcing member; 11. Through hole; 12. Connecting member; 13. Insertion member; 14. Lifting lug; 15. Insertion hole; 16. Assembly hole; 17. Shaft hole. Detailed Implementation

[0022] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0026] A modular lifting device for installing wind turbine towers, such as Figures 1 to 3As shown, the assembly includes a lifting device body 1 and a combined body 3. The lifting device body 1 has an assembly groove 2 at the bottom that can mate with the wind turbine tower connecting plate, and a connector 12 at the top. Two connectors 12 are provided on the left and right sides of the lifting device body 1, and there is an assembly gap between the two connectors 12. The lifting device body 1 has a detachable plug-in part 13 at the position corresponding to the assembly gap, and the plug-in part 13 is provided with bolt holes on the wind turbine tower connecting plate. The combined body 3 includes a connecting section 5 and a clamping section 7. There is a clamping gap between the clamping section 7 of the combined body 3 and the lifting device body 1, which mates with the wind turbine tower body. The clamping gap is connected to the assembly groove 2. The connecting section 5 of the combined body 3 extends into the assembly gap and has a lifting component 4 and a plug-in hole 15. The plug-in hole 15 is provided with the plug-in part 13. The lifting component 4 and the plug-in hole 15 are offset. The lifting component 4, the connector 12 and the connecting section 5 of the combined body 3 are rotatably connected.

[0027] Preferably, the lifting component 4, the connecting component 12, and the connecting section 5 of the assembly 3 are rotatably connected by a rotating shaft 6. Each of the lifting component 4, the connecting component 12, and the connecting section 5 of the assembly 3 is provided with a shaft hole 17 for mounting the rotating shaft 6. The connecting component 12 can be fixed to the lifting device body 1 by conventional methods such as welding, and the rotating shaft 6 can also be mounted on the shaft hole 17 by conventional methods such as locating pins, thus achieving a stable rotatable connection between the lifting component 4, the connecting component 12, and the connecting section 5 of the assembly 3. Those skilled in the art can also choose other installation methods to install the rotating shaft 6 according to actual needs, which will not be elaborated here.

[0028] In practical applications, the lifting device body 1 is provided with an assembly hole 16 on its upper part, which mates with the connector 13. The assembly hole 16 is connected to the assembly groove 2. Specifically, one end of the assembly hole 16 is connected to the assembly gap, and the other end is connected to the assembly groove 2. The connector 13 can pass through the connector hole 15, and then through the assembly hole 16 and the bolt hole in sequence to achieve a stable connection between the assembly 3, the lifting device body 1, and the wind turbine tower connecting plate, ensuring that the lifting device is not easily separated from the wind turbine tower during the lifting process.

[0029] When hoisting a wind turbine tower, operators can clamp and fix the tower by rotating the assembly 3 and the lifting device body 1. Then, by installing the connector 13 onto the lifting device body 1, with one end of the connector 13 inserted into the bolt hole on the connecting plate and the other end inserted into the connector hole 15 of the connecting section 5 of the assembly 3, the relative positions of the assembly 3 and the lifting device body 1 are fixed. At this point, the mounting groove 2 on the lifting device body 1 stably engages with the connecting plate of the wind turbine tower, improving the stability of the tower during subsequent hoisting and simplifying the operation. Conversely, once the wind turbine tower is in place, operators only need to remove the connector 13, rotate the assembly 3, and move the lifting device body 1 to dismantle the lifting device.

[0030] Preferably, the end of the connector 13 extending out of the connector hole 15 is provided with a lifting lug 14. Exemplarily, the lifting lug 14 can be fixed to the connector 13 by conventional methods such as welding. By providing the lifting lug 14, it is easier for operators to load and unload the connector 13, which helps reduce the difficulty of loading and unloading the connector 13 during high-altitude operations. Furthermore, the lifting lug 14 can be used to connect ropes, allowing operators to manually assemble or remove the connector 13, which helps reduce the difficulty of using this lifting tool and improves its applicability to different construction environments.

[0031] Preferably, the end of the connector 13 that extends into the bolt hole of the wind turbine tower connecting plate has a tapered end. By providing the tapered end, it is easier for operators to assemble the connector 13.

[0032] Preferably, the lifting component 4 has a limiting part 9 on the side facing the insertion hole 15 to limit the movement of the insertion component 13. By setting the limiting part 9 to limit the insertion component 13, the probability of the insertion component 13 falling off during the hoisting of the wind turbine tower can be reduced.

[0033] In practical applications, to improve the stability of wind turbine tower hoisting, multiple lifting devices are often evenly arranged around the circumference of the wind turbine tower. These devices, including hooks and ropes, are then used to connect the lifting components 4 to the lifting devices, thus achieving stable hoisting of the wind turbine tower. The lifting components 4 are generally tilted towards the center of the wind turbine tower. At this point, the limiting part 9 on the lifting device can block and limit the insertion connector 13, preventing it from detaching. After hoisting is completed, the operator can easily disassemble the insertion connector 13 by rotating the lifting device 4 to release the limiting effect. The operation is very simple.

[0034] Preferably, the connector 12 is connected to the lifting device body 1 by a reinforcing plate 8. For example, one or more reinforcing plates 8 may be provided, each reinforcing plate 8 having one end welded and fixed to the lifting device body 1 and the other end welded and fixed to the connector 12. By providing the reinforcing plate 8, the structural strength at the connection between the connector 12 and the lifting device body 1 is improved, thereby ensuring a stable connection between the lifting component 4 and the lifting device body 1, and between the assembly and the lifting device body 1.

[0035] Preferably, a reinforcing member 10 is provided on the assembly 3 at the position corresponding to the connection between the connecting segment 5 and the clamping segment 7. One end of the reinforcing member 10 is connected to the connecting segment 5, and the other end is connected to the clamping segment 7. For example, the reinforcing member 10 can be fixed to the assembly 3 by conventional methods such as welding. By setting the reinforcing member 10 at the connection between the connecting segment 5 and the clamping segment 7, it is beneficial to improve the structural strength of the assembly 3.

[0036] In practical applications, the connecting section 5 and the clamping section 7 of the assembly 3 can be set at a certain angle, such as 90 degrees, to better fit with the edge of the wind turbine tower. In addition, the clamping section 7 can also be provided with a fitting part that can fit with the wall of the wind turbine tower, such as an inclined surface, which helps to improve the clamping effect of the assembly 3 and the lifting body 1 on the end of the wind turbine sleeve.

[0037] Preferably, the reinforcing member 10 is provided with a through hole 11 for installing a traction rope. By providing a traction rope, the operator can use the traction rope to drive the assembly 3 to rotate, thereby assembling the lifting device.

[0038] This utility model discloses a modular lifting device for wind turbine tower installation, which has the advantages of simple structure, stability and reliability, and ease of assembly and use. It can be used for the lifting operation of wind turbine towers and is very convenient to disassemble, reducing the difficulty of high-altitude operations for operators and improving the subsequent lifting efficiency of wind turbine towers. By setting detachable connectors on the lifting device body, the relative positions of the lifting device body, wind turbine sleeve, and assembly can be fixed using the connectors, which is simple to operate and helps to improve the stability of the wind turbine tower during subsequent lifting processes.

[0039] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. 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 modular lifting device for installing wind turbine towers, characterized in that: The assembly includes a lifting device body (1) and a combined body (3). The lifting device body (1) has an assembly slot (2) at the bottom that can mate with the wind turbine tower connecting plate, and a connector (12) at the top. Two connectors (12) are provided on the left and right sides of the lifting device body (1), and there is an assembly gap between the two connectors (12). A detachable plug-in connector (13) is provided on the lifting device body (1) at the position corresponding to the assembly gap. The plug-in connector (13) is provided with bolt holes on the wind turbine tower connecting plate. The combined body (3) includes a connecting section (5). The clamping section (7) of the assembly (3) and the lifting body (1) have a clamping gap that cooperates with the wind turbine tower body. The clamping gap is connected to the assembly groove (2). The connecting section (5) of the assembly (3) is provided with a lifting component (4) and a plug hole (15) at the position where it extends into the assembly gap. The plug hole (15) is provided corresponding to the plug component (13). The lifting component (4) and the plug hole (15) are misaligned. The lifting component (4), the connecting component (12) and the connecting section (5) of the assembly (3) are rotatably connected.

2. The combined lifting device for wind turbine tower installation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting device body (1) is provided with an assembly hole (16) on the top, which mates with the plug-in part (13), and the assembly hole (16) is connected to the assembly groove (2).

3. The combined lifting device for wind turbine tower installation according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connector (13) has a lug (14) at one end extending out of the connector hole (15).

4. A combined lifting device for installing wind turbine towers according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The connector (13) has a tapered end that is easy to insert into the bolt hole at one end of the end that extends into the assembly groove (2).

5. The combined lifting device for wind turbine tower installation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hoisting component (4), the connector (12), and the connecting section (5) of the assembly (3) are rotatably connected by a rotating shaft (6). The hoisting component (4), the connector (12), and the connecting section (5) of the assembly (3) are all provided with shaft holes (17) for installing the rotating shaft (6).

6. The combined lifting device for wind turbine tower installation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (12) is connected to the lifting device body (1) by a reinforcing plate (8).

7. The combined lifting device for wind turbine tower installation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly (3) is provided with a reinforcing member (10) at the position corresponding to the connection between the connecting section (5) and the clamping section (7). One end of the reinforcing member (10) is connected to the connecting section (5), and the other end is connected to the clamping section (7).

8. A combined lifting device for wind turbine tower installation according to claim 7, characterized in that: The reinforcing member (10) is provided with a through hole (11) for installing a traction rope.

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