Adjustable snow cleaning shovel for forklift

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of snow removing equipment, and particularly relates to an adjustable snow removing shovel for a forklift, which comprises a shovel body, a shovel blade and an abutting plate, a positioning plate extending downwards is arranged at the bottom of the shovel body, one side of the shovel blade abuts against the positioning plate, and the other side of the shovel blade abuts against the abutting plate; the first fastener penetrates through the positioning plate, the scraper knife and the pressing plate so as to fasten the scraper knife on the shovel body; the back face of the scraper knife is provided with a plurality of first reinforcing plates extending longitudinally, the first reinforcing plates are evenly arranged at intervals in the length direction of the shovel body, and the bottoms of the first reinforcing plates abut against the scraper knife and the abutting plate. Therefore, the problem that in the prior art, the snow removing effect is not stable in the snow shoveling process of a snow shovel is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of snow removal equipment technology, specifically relating to an adjustable snowplow for forklifts. Background Technology

[0002] A forklift snowplow is an attachment specifically designed for winter snow removal. It is usually mounted on a forklift and can quickly push large areas of snow to one side, reducing the time and labor costs of manual snow removal. It can be used to clear snow from roads, parking lots, warehouse entrances, and other areas. This efficient snow removal method can ensure smooth traffic flow and reduce delays caused by snow accumulation.

[0003] A snowplow obstacle avoidance device is disclosed in utility model patent CN218090697U, including a blade assembly and a shovel body. The blade assembly is hinged to the shovel body via a connecting rod assembly. The shovel body assembly includes a blade frame and a blade fixed to the lower end of the blade frame. The rear of the shovel body is provided with a shovel body ear plate and an elastic element. The connecting rod assembly includes an upper hinge rod and a lower hinge rod. The front end of the upper hinge rod is hinged to the blade frame, the middle part is hinged to the shovel body ear plate, and the rear end is hinged to a pull rod that can move up and down. The pull rod is connected to the elastic element. The rear of the blade frame is provided with a blade frame ear plate, and the front end of the lower hinge rod is hinged to the blade frame ear plate, and the rear end is hinged to the shovel body ear plate. The blade assembly, the shovel body ear plate, the upper hinge rod, and the lower hinge rod together form a connecting rod assembly.

[0004] Actual testing revealed that while the snowplow possesses good cushioning and adjustment capabilities, its cleaning ability is inconsistent. It performs well on smooth asphalt surfaces, but its cleaning ability is poor on ordinary cement or stone pavements. Furthermore, the blade is prone to deformation and bending during use, reducing its usability. Additionally, the snowplow easily splashes snow and ice during use, potentially causing secondary pollution or affecting pedestrians and vehicles.

[0005] Based on current technical issues, the structure of forklift snowplows needs to be optimized and improved to provide a stable snow removal effect and ensure the reliability and safety of the snowplows during use. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide an adjustable snowplow for forklifts to solve the problem of unstable snow removal performance of existing snowplows during the snow removal process.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides an adjustable snowplow for forklifts. The snowplow is connected to the forklift via an adjustment mechanism. The snowplow includes a shovel body, a blade, and a pressure plate. The bottom of the shovel body is provided with a downwardly extending positioning plate. One side of the blade abuts against the positioning plate, and the other side abuts against the pressure plate. A first fastener passes through the positioning plate, the blade, and the pressure plate to fasten the blade to the shovel body. The back of the blade is provided with a longitudinally extending first reinforcing plate. Multiple first reinforcing plates are provided and evenly spaced along the length of the shovel body, and the bottom of each first reinforcing plate abuts against the blade and the pressure plate.

[0008] In one possible design, the back of the shovel is also provided with a first crossbeam, which is fixedly arranged along the length of the shovel body and abuts against the first reinforcing plate.

[0009] In one possible design, the top of the shovel body is provided with a second crossbeam, which is arranged parallel to the first crossbeam; the area between the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam is provided with a plurality of second reinforcing plates arranged at intervals, with the two ends of the second reinforcing plates abutting against the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam respectively.

[0010] In one possible design, the spacing between adjacent first reinforcing plates is a first spacing, and the spacing between adjacent second reinforcing plates is a second spacing; wherein the first spacing and the second spacing are different, such that at least some of the second reinforcing plates are misaligned with each other.

[0011] In one possible design, the second reinforcing plate is shorter in the longitudinal direction than the first reinforcing plate.

[0012] In one possible design, the snowplow further includes a baffle connected to the second crossbeam by a second fastener, and the baffle extends into the snow-shoveling area of ​​the snowplow.

[0013] In one possible design, the cross-sectional area of ​​the first crossbeam is larger than that of the second crossbeam; the size of the second reinforcing plate gradually increases along the direction from the first crossbeam to the second crossbeam.

[0014] In one possible design, the pressure plate is U-shaped, including a main body that abuts against the blade and flanges disposed on both sides of the main body, the flanges abutting against the first reinforcing plate.

[0015] The shovel body is the basic structure of the entire snowplow, and its overall shape is arc-shaped or C-shaped. The bottom of the shovel body has a downward-extending positioning plate, providing a precise mounting reference surface for the blade. One side of the blade fits tightly against the positioning plate, and the other side fits tightly against the pressure plate. A primary fastener (such as a bolt or screw) passes through the positioning plate, blade, and pressure plate, thus firmly securing these three together and ensuring that the blade will not shift or loosen during operation, thereby improving reliability and safety. The reinforcing plate further enhances the structural stability of the blade, preventing deformation and bending due to uneven stress during use. This not only improves the blade's bending resistance but also ensures flatness and straightness throughout the operation, thereby optimizing the cleaning effect on the road surface.

[0016] By employing a multi-point fastening and internal reinforcement plate design, the blade of the snowplow achieves extremely high structural stability. Even when facing significant resistance or complex terrain, it maintains its shape, avoiding bending or breakage issues that may occur in traditional designs. This allows it to more effectively remove snow from the road surface, reducing residue. Especially when dealing with compacted snow layers or ice surfaces, the robust blade can apply greater pressure, ensuring a thorough clean in one pass.

[0017] The application of reinforcing plates not only enhances the physical strength of the snowplow blade but also reduces the risk of material fatigue, enabling the snowplow to maintain good performance for a longer period, reducing maintenance and replacement frequency, and thus lowering long-term operating costs. The robust structural design and reliable fastening methods ensure that the snowplow will not easily break or fall off when moving at high speeds or encountering obstacles, greatly improving operational safety. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an adjustable snowplow for forklifts provided by this utility model in one embodiment;

[0020] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram of section A;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the adjustable snowplow for forklifts provided by this utility model in one embodiment, wherein... Figure 3 and Figure 1 The display perspectives are different;

[0022] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram of section B;

[0023] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure of section C.

[0024] In the above attached figures: 1-shovel body, 2-shovel blade, 3-positioning plate, 4-pressure plate, 41-main body, 42-flange, 51-first reinforcing plate, 52-second reinforcing plate, 61-first crossbeam, 62-second crossbeam, 71-first fastener, 72-second fastener, 8-baffle. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that while the description of these embodiments is intended to aid in understanding the present invention, it does not constitute a limitation thereof. The specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are only for describing exemplary embodiments of the present invention. However, the present invention may be embodied in many alternative forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0026] According to a specific embodiment of this utility model, an adjustable snowplow for forklifts is provided. Figures 1 to 5 A specific embodiment of the snowplow is shown. In this disclosure, the snowplow is connected to the forklift via an adjustment mechanism. This adjustment mechanism allows the user to adjust the angle, height, and direction of the snowplow according to actual needs to adapt to different snow removal scenarios and terrain requirements. It should be noted that the adjustment mechanism is a prior art structure.

[0027] See Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the forklift uses an adjustable snowplow. The snowplow is connected to the forklift via an adjustment mechanism. The snowplow includes a snowplow body 1, a blade 2, and a pressure plate 4. The bottom of the snowplow body 1 is provided with a downwardly extending positioning plate 3. One side of the blade 2 abuts against the positioning plate 3, and the other side abuts against the pressure plate 4. A first fastener 71 passes through the positioning plate 3, the blade 2, and the pressure plate 4 to fasten the blade 2 to the snowplow body 1. The back of the blade 2 is provided with a longitudinally extending first reinforcing plate 51. Multiple first reinforcing plates 51 are provided and are evenly spaced along the length of the snowplow body 1. The bottom of each first reinforcing plate 51 abuts against the blade 2 and the pressure plate 4.

[0028] The shovel body 1 is the basic structure of the entire snowplow, and its overall shape is arc-shaped or C-shaped. The bottom of the shovel body 1 has a downward-extending positioning plate 3, providing a precise mounting reference surface for the blade 2. One side of the blade 2 is tightly fitted to the positioning plate 3, and the other side is tightly fitted to the pressure plate 4. A first fastener 71 (such as a bolt or screw) passes through the positioning plate 3, the blade 2, and the pressure plate 4, thereby firmly fixing these three together and ensuring that the blade 2 will not shift or loosen during operation, thus improving the reliability and safety of the work. The reinforcing plate further enhances the structural stability of the blade 2, preventing it from deforming and bending due to uneven stress during use. This not only improves the bending resistance of the blade 2 but also ensures flatness and straightness throughout the operation, thereby optimizing the cleaning effect on the road surface.

[0029] By employing a multi-point fastening and internal reinforcement plate design, the blade 2 of the snowplow achieves extremely high structural stability. Even when facing significant resistance or complex terrain, it maintains its shape, avoiding bending or breakage issues that may occur in traditional designs. This allows it to more effectively remove snow from the road surface, reducing residue. Especially when handling compacted snow layers or ice surfaces, the robust blade 2 can apply greater pressure, ensuring a thorough clean in one pass.

[0030] The application of reinforcing plates not only enhances the physical strength of the snowplow blade 2 but also reduces the risk of material fatigue, enabling the snowplow to maintain good performance for a longer period, reducing maintenance and replacement frequency, and thus lowering long-term operating costs. The robust structural design and reliable fastening methods ensure that the snowplow will not easily break or fall off when moving at high speeds or encountering obstacles, greatly improving operational safety.

[0031] In this disclosure, the first fastener 71 is configured as a fastener such as a bolt or nut.

[0032] In one embodiment provided in this disclosure, a first crossbeam 61 is further provided on the back of the blade 2. The first crossbeam 61 is fixedly arranged along the length direction of the blade body 1 and abuts against the first reinforcing plate 51. Under the combined action of the first crossbeam 61 and the first reinforcing plate 51, a more stable support system can be formed. When the snowplow is working, whether facing greater resistance or uneven ground, the first crossbeam 61 can effectively prevent the blade 2 from bending or deforming, ensuring that it always maintains a straight state, thereby improving the cleaning effect on the road surface.

[0033] The presence of the first crossbeam 61 allows the pressure on the blade 2 to be distributed more evenly across the entire back area, rather than being concentrated in certain specific locations. This not only reduces the possibility of localized stress concentration but also extends the service life of the blade 2 and reduces the frequency of replacement due to excessive wear.

[0034] When encountering large obstacles or hard ice and snow layers, the first crossbeam 61 can act as an additional buffer structure to absorb some of the impact energy and protect the blade 2 from direct damage. This design is particularly suitable for snow removal tasks that require frequent handling of complex road conditions, providing higher reliability and safety.

[0035] The robust structural design allows the blade 2 to maintain optimal working posture during operation, maximizing snow removal and minimizing residue. Especially when dealing with compacted snow or ice, the sturdy blade 2 can apply greater pressure, ensuring thorough cleaning in one go and reducing the need for repeated work. By enhancing structural stability and impact resistance, the application of the first crossbeam 61 significantly reduces the risk of premature damage to the blade 2 and other critical components.

[0036] Specifically, the first crossbeam 61 is made of high-strength metal materials (such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy) to ensure that it has sufficient rigidity to withstand various external forces during snow removal. At the same time, considering weight factors, relatively lightweight but strong materials are selected so as not to affect the forklift's operational flexibility.

[0037] In one embodiment provided in this disclosure, the top of the shovel body 1 is provided with a second crossbeam 62, which is arranged parallel to the first crossbeam 61; a plurality of second reinforcing plates 52 are provided in the area between the first crossbeam 61 and the second crossbeam 62, with the two ends of the second reinforcing plates 52 respectively abutting against the first crossbeam 61 and the second crossbeam 62.

[0038] Multiple second reinforcing plates 52 are provided between the first crossbeam 61 and the second crossbeam 62. The second reinforcing plates 52 are evenly distributed along the length of the shovel body 1, forming a grid-like support structure. The two ends of each second reinforcing plate 52 are tightly attached to the first crossbeam 61 and the second crossbeam 62, respectively, which enhances the lateral and longitudinal stability of the entire shovel body 1.

[0039] The presence of the second reinforcing plate 52 allows the pressure on the shovel body 1 to be distributed more evenly across the entire back area, thereby improving the bending resistance of the shovel body 1. When encountering large obstacles or hard ice and snow, the second crossbeam 62 and the second reinforcing plate 52 together act as an additional buffer structure, absorbing some of the impact energy and protecting the shovel body 1 from direct damage.

[0040] The first crossbeam 61 and the second crossbeam 62 form a pair of parallel support beams, while the second reinforcing plate 52 in the middle connects the two, constructing a more stable frame structure that can withstand greater external forces during snow removal, preventing deformation or damage to the shovel body 1. The robust structural design allows the blade 2 to maintain optimal working posture in each operation, maximizing the removal of snow from the road surface and minimizing residue. Especially when dealing with compacted snow layers or ice surfaces, the sturdy shovel body 1 can apply greater pressure, ensuring thorough cleaning in one go.

[0041] Specifically, the second crossbeam 62 is made of high-strength metal materials (such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy) to ensure that it has sufficient rigidity and durability.

[0042] Furthermore, the spacing between adjacent first reinforcing plates 51 is the first spacing, and the spacing between adjacent second reinforcing plates 52 is the second spacing. The first spacing and the second spacing are different, causing at least some of the second reinforcing plates 52 to be staggered, thus forming an alternating arrangement. This avoids all reinforcing plates being concentrated in certain specific locations, effectively reducing stress concentration points and improving the uniform stress-bearing capacity of the overall structure. The first reinforcing plates 51 and the second reinforcing plates 52 are located on different layers of the shovel body 1, forming a multi-layered support system. When subjected to external forces, the two layers of reinforcing plates can share the pressure, preventing any area from bearing excessive load and causing deformation or damage.

[0043] The staggered arrangement of the reinforcing plates ensures a more even distribution of stress across the entire shovel body 1, reducing the likelihood of localized stress concentration. Even if a part experiences a significant impact, the pressure can be mitigated by the effective support of other reinforcing plates, maintaining the overall structural stability. When encountering large obstacles or hard ice and snow layers, the staggered reinforcing plates can act as an additional buffer structure, dispersing the impact force from multiple angles.

[0044] Specifically, the second reinforcing plate 52 is shorter in the longitudinal direction than the first reinforcing plate 51. This design provides different levels of support strength, thereby helping the snowplow to better resist snow removal resistance during the snow removal process, ensuring snow removal efficiency and quality.

[0045] Furthermore, the snowplow also includes a baffle 8, which is connected to the second crossbeam 62 by a second fastener 72, and the baffle 8 extends to the snow-shoveling area of ​​the snowplow.

[0046] The presence of baffle 8 can effectively prevent the shoveled snow from splashing into the surrounding environment and guide the snow to a designated direction for discharge, thereby improving cleaning efficiency, reducing the need for secondary cleaning, and avoiding impact on pedestrians and other vehicles.

[0047] Specifically, the baffle 8 is made of high-strength, weather-resistant materials (such as polyethylene, fiberglass or aluminum alloy) to ensure that it has sufficient rigidity and durability, as well as good impact resistance and corrosion resistance.

[0048] The second fastener 72 facilitates the replacement and maintenance of the baffle 8, thereby better meeting actual usage requirements. Specifically, the second fastener 72 is equipped with fasteners such as bolts and nuts.

[0049] In one embodiment provided in this disclosure, the cross-sectional area of ​​the first crossbeam 61 is greater than that of the second crossbeam 62; the size of the second reinforcing plate 52 gradually increases along the direction from the first crossbeam 61 to the second crossbeam 62.

[0050] Because the first crossbeam 61 has a large cross-sectional area, it also possesses higher rigidity and load-bearing capacity, maintaining its shape even under significant external forces and providing solid support for the entire shovel body 1. The second crossbeam 62, located at the top of the shovel body 1, has a relatively smaller cross-sectional area, thus providing necessary support for the shovel body 1. Furthermore, its smaller cross-sectional area helps reduce overall weight and improve operational flexibility. This design ensures sufficient strength for the main load-bearing parts of the shovel body 1 (such as the back of the blade 2), while secondary load-bearing parts can be supported by a lighter structure, achieving an optimal balance between structural strength and weight.

[0051] Along the direction from the first crossbeam 61 to the second crossbeam 62, the size of the second reinforcing plate 52 gradually increases, making the part of the reinforcing plate closer to the first crossbeam 61 relatively short, while the part of the reinforcing plate closer to the second crossbeam 62 is longer. In this way, it can better adapt to the stress requirements of different areas.

[0052] The first crossbeam 61, the second crossbeam 62, and the second reinforcing plate 52 together form a multi-layered support system. When subjected to external forces, the two layers of crossbeams and the gradually changing size of the reinforcing plate can share the pressure, preventing any area from bearing excessive load and causing deformation or damage. Even if a part is subjected to a large impact, the pressure can be relieved by the effective support of other reinforcing plates, maintaining the stability of the overall structure.

[0053] In this disclosure, the pressure plate 4 is U-shaped, including a main body 41 that abuts against the blade 2 and flanges 42 disposed on both sides of the main body 41, with the flanges 42 abutting against the first reinforcing plate 51. The U-shaped design allows the pressure plate 4 to form multi-point contact support with the blade 2 and the first reinforcing plate 51 through the main body 41 and the flanges 42, constructing a more stable frame. When subjected to external force, this multi-point support structure can distribute the pressure more evenly, preventing any area from bearing excessive load and causing deformation or damage.

[0054] The main body 41 of the U-shaped pressure plate 4 directly abuts against the blade 2, ensuring close contact between the blade 2 and the positioning plate 3, thereby providing stable support and preventing displacement or loosening of the blade 2 during operation, ensuring the stability and consistency of its working posture. The flange 42 not only increases the contact area between the pressure plate 4 and the first reinforcing plate 51, forming a more robust overall structure, but the tight connection between the flange 42 and the first reinforcing plate 51 also effectively transmits and disperses external forces, improving the bending resistance and rigidity of the entire shovel body 1.

[0055] The tight connection between the flange 42 and the first reinforcing plate 51 ensures a more even distribution of stress across the entire shovel body 1, reducing the possibility of localized stress concentration. Even if a part is subjected to a large impact, the pressure can be alleviated through the effective support of other reinforcing plates, maintaining the stability of the overall structure. When encountering large obstacles or hard ice and snow layers, the U-shaped pressure plate 4 can act as an additional buffer structure to absorb some of the impact energy.

[0056] In this disclosure, the pressure plate 4 is made of a high-strength, weather-resistant material (such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy) to ensure that it has sufficient rigidity and durability.

[0057] Finally, it should be noted that this utility model is not limited to the above-described optional embodiments, and anyone can derive other various forms of products under the guidance of this utility model. The above specific embodiments should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model, which should be determined by the claims, and the description can be used to interpret the claims.

Claims

1. An adjustable snow plow for a forklift, the snow plow being connected to the forklift by an adjustment mechanism, characterized in that, The snowplow includes a shovel body, a blade, and a pressure plate. The bottom of the shovel body is provided with a downwardly extending positioning plate. One side of the blade abuts against the positioning plate, and the other side abuts against the pressure plate. A first fastener passes through the positioning plate, the blade, and the pressure plate to fasten the blade to the shovel body. The back of the blade is provided with a longitudinally extending first reinforcing plate. Multiple first reinforcing plates are provided and are evenly spaced along the length of the shovel body. The bottom of each first reinforcing plate abuts against the blade and the pressure plate.

2. The adjustable snow plow for a forklift truck, according to claim 1, wherein The back of the shovel is also provided with a first crossbeam, which is fixedly arranged along the length of the shovel body and abuts against the first reinforcing plate.

3. The adjustable snow plow for a forklift truck as set forth in claim 2, wherein The top of the shovel is provided with a second crossbeam, which is arranged parallel to the first crossbeam; a plurality of second reinforcing plates are provided in the area between the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam, with the two ends of the second reinforcing plates abutting against the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam respectively.

4. The adjustable snow plow blade for a forklift truck as set forth in claim 3, wherein, The spacing between adjacent first reinforcing plates is called the first spacing, and the spacing between adjacent second reinforcing plates is called the second spacing; wherein the first spacing and the second spacing are different, such that at least some of the second reinforcing plates are misaligned with each other.

5. The adjustable snow plow blade for a forklift truck as set forth in claim 3, wherein, The length of the second reinforcing plate in the longitudinal direction is shorter than that of the first reinforcing plate in the longitudinal direction.

6. The adjustable snow plow blade for a forklift truck as set forth in claim 3, wherein, The snowplow also includes a baffle, which is connected to the second crossbeam by a second fastener and extends into the snow-shoveling area of ​​the snowplow.

7. The adjustable snow plow blade for a forklift truck as set forth in claim 3, wherein, The cross-sectional area of ​​the first crossbeam is larger than that of the second crossbeam; the size of the second reinforcing plate gradually increases along the direction from the first crossbeam to the second crossbeam.

8. The adjustable snow plow blade for a forklift truck of claim 1, wherein, The pressure plate is U-shaped and includes a main body that abuts against the shovel blade and flanges disposed on both sides of the main body. The flanges abut against the first reinforcing plate.

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