Horizontal adjustable groove type liquid distributor

By designing a simplified liquid distributor structure and using a screw and nut adjusting device to adjust the level of the trough-type liquid distributor, the problem of uneven liquid distribution during the installation of small and medium-sized packed towers is solved, thereby improving the separation performance and installation convenience of the packed towers.

CN223969505UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06HANGZHOU HANGYANG FILLING CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-27
Publication Date
2026-03-06

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Technical Problem

The level of the trough-type liquid distributor in small and medium-sized packed towers is difficult to adjust during installation, resulting in uneven liquid distribution and affecting the separation performance of the packed tower. In addition, the existing support beam structure is complex and the installation is cumbersome.

Method used

Design a liquid distributor that includes a distribution tank, a buffer tank, and a support beam. The distributor's level can be adjusted by a screw and nut adjustment device, and the components are connected by fixing clips and bolts to simplify the installation process.

Benefits of technology

It achieved the high leveling requirements of the distributor, reduced the standard deviation of the liquid level, improved the overall efficiency of the packed tower, simplified the installation process, and saved costs.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a horizontal adjustable groove type liquid distributor which comprises a liquid distributor body, the liquid distributor body is composed of a plurality of distribution grooves, a buffer groove and a support beam, the distribution grooves are distributed in parallel at equal intervals, and every two adjacent distribution grooves are connected through a communication groove. A plurality of distribution grooves are formed in the distribution groove, so that a distribution groove group is formed among the plurality of distribution grooves, the distribution groove group is connected with a buffer groove arranged right above the distribution groove group through a bolt, a support beam is arranged right above the distribution groove group, and the distribution groove group and the support beam are fixed through a fixing piece; the whole formed by the distribution groove set and the supporting beam is connected with the horizontal adjusting device, and the levelness of the whole is adjusted through the horizontal adjusting device. The gas-liquid distributor has the advantages of simple and reasonable structure, practicability, convenience, good gas-liquid distribution effect, small occupied area, convenience in installation and the like.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of separation tower technology, specifically to a horizontally adjustable trough-type liquid distributor. Background Technology

[0002] Liquid distributors are crucial internal components in chemical packed towers. Together with packing, liquid collectors, and packing supports, they form the separation components of the packed tower. Their core function is to ensure sufficient and uniform contact between gas and liquid, reducing the amplification effect and end effect of the packed tower caused by poor liquid distribution such as wall flow and channeling, thereby enabling the packing to achieve optimal separation performance.

[0003] The design, manufacturing, and installation level of the tower internals directly affect the separation performance and separation effect of the packing material. To ensure stable operation and uniform liquid distribution of the trough-type liquid distributor during the operation of the packed tower, the installation of the trough-type liquid distributor must strictly adhere to the levelness requirements; otherwise, the liquid level difference caused by the distributor's lack of levelness during production will severely affect the liquid distribution effect. In actual operation, on the one hand, the difference in rigidity between the middle part of the trough-type distributor and the two side troughs can lead to horizontal deviations in the liquid level, which are difficult to adjust using conventional support beam designs. More importantly, the limited installation space in small and medium-sized packed towers restricts the movement of installation workers, making the horizontal installation of the distributor extremely difficult. Therefore, there is an urgent need to find a trough-type liquid distributor with good liquid distribution effect and convenient levelness adjustment during installation.

[0004] CN110721653A discloses a multifunctional adjustable support beam, composed of components such as upright plates, stiffening plates, and support plates, installed between a trough-type liquid distributor and a packing pressure ring. In use, the distribution trough is lifted by rotating the leveling bolts, thereby adjusting the levelness of the trough-type liquid distributor on the beam.

[0005] The support beam disclosed in the aforementioned patent is mainly used in large packed towers. Its structure is relatively complex. When applied to small and medium-sized packed towers, it will make the work more cumbersome. Moreover, the structure is used to lift and level the distributor, which is ineffective for leveling the hoisted distributor.

[0006] To address this issue, a horizontally adjustable tank-type liquid distributor was designed to overcome the aforementioned problems. Utility Model Content

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a simple, reasonable, practical and convenient horizontally adjustable tank liquid distributor. During the installation process, the level can be adjusted through the internal device to avoid poor distribution effect due to improper installation. The liquid distributor of this invention has the advantages of good gas-liquid distribution effect, small footprint and convenient installation.

[0008] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a horizontally adjustable trough-type liquid distributor, comprising a liquid distributor body, the liquid distributor body being composed of a distribution trough, a buffer trough, and a support beam. The distribution troughs are arranged in parallel at equal intervals, and adjacent distribution troughs are connected by a connecting trough, so that the multiple distribution troughs form a distribution trough group. The distribution trough group is bolted to a buffer trough located directly above the distribution trough group, and a support beam is provided directly above the distribution trough group. The distribution trough group and the support beam are fixed by fasteners, and the whole formed by the distribution trough group and the support beam is connected to a horizontal adjustment device, which adjusts the levelness of the whole.

[0009] Preferably, the leveling device consists of a plurality of screws, a first nut, and a second nut. The top of each screw passes through a corresponding through hole in the support beam and is fixed by the first nut. The bottom of each screw is inserted through a packing rod with a connecting hole and is fixed by the second nut. The packing rod is flush with or lower than the bottom surface of the distribution trough. When the liquid distributor body is installed, the overall levelness is adjusted by adjusting the height of the second nut.

[0010] Preferably, the fixing component is a fixing buckle, and there are multiple fixing buckles, which are evenly arranged above each distribution groove. Each fixing buckle has a through hole for bolts to pass through. Connection holes corresponding to the through holes are opened on the support beam and the top surface of the distribution groove. One end of the fixing buckle is connected to the support beam by a bolt, and the other end is fixed to the top surface of the distribution groove by a washer and a spring washer, thereby realizing the connection between the support beam and the distribution groove.

[0011] Preferably, each distribution groove has an opening on both sides, a sealing plate is installed at the opening, and a liquid distribution hole is provided on the side wall and the lower end of each distribution groove. A baffle plate that matches and surrounds the liquid distribution hole is provided at each liquid distribution hole, and the bottom height of the baffle plate is lower than the height of the liquid distribution hole.

[0012] Preferably, a first supporting angle steel is provided between two adjacent distribution slots to improve the overall strength after installation.

[0013] Preferably, the support beam has multiple mounting holes, and a distributor lug is installed in each mounting hole.

[0014] Preferably, the bottom of the buffer tank has a liquid outlet hole for connecting with the distribution tank group, and a second supporting angle steel is provided in the buffer tank to improve the overall strength.

[0015] Preferably, the liquid baffles are at least two pieces distributed on both sides of the bottom of the distribution trough, arranged in a figure-eight shape.

[0016] Preferably, the upper part of the distribution groove is a cuboid groove, and its bottom is a flat bottom or a conical bottom.

[0017] Preferably, the width of the connecting groove is greater than the width of the buffer groove, and an angle steel is welded inside the connecting groove. The angle steel has a central hole, and a stepped nut is welded at the hole position.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] During installation, the level of the distributor can be adjusted by using the nuts on the leveling device, reducing the standard deviation of the liquid level in the distributor during operation, enabling the distributor to perform its normal function and improving the overall efficiency of the packed tower. This invention also has a packing limiting function, saving the cost of manufacturing a separate packing pressure ring. The components of this invention are connected by bolts, which facilitates the disassembly, assembly, and debugging of the equipment in confined spaces. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a top view of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a partially enlarged view of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a partially enlarged top view of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To enable those skilled in the art to more clearly understand the purpose, technical solution and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", "horizontal", and "vertical" are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0026] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings: Figure 1-2As shown, a horizontally adjustable trough-type liquid distributor includes a liquid distributor body, which consists of a distribution trough 1, a buffer trough 2, and a support beam 3. The distribution trough 1 consists of multiple parallel distributions arranged at equal intervals. Adjacent distribution troughs 1 are connected by a connecting trough 4, forming a distribution trough group. The distribution trough group is bolted to the buffer trough 2 located directly above the distribution trough group. The support beam 3 is located directly above the distribution trough group and is fixed to the support beam 3 by fasteners. The entire assembly formed by the distribution trough group and the support beam 3 is connected to a horizontal adjustment device, which adjusts the overall levelness.

[0027] The leveling device consists of a plurality of screws 5, a first nut 6, and a second nut 7. The top of each screw 5 passes through the corresponding through hole of the support beam 3 and is fixed by the first nut 6. The bottom of each screw 5 is inserted through a packing rod 8 with a connecting hole and is fixed by the second nut 7. The packing rod 8 is flush with or lower than the bottom surface of the distribution trough 1. When the liquid distributor body is installed, the overall levelness is adjusted by adjusting the height of the second nut 7.

[0028] In this invention, the support beam is connected to the packing pressure rod via a screw, enabling the support beam to fix and compact the packing. The support beams used in the distributor are generally installed in pairs, and the number of packing pressure rods is also generally paired. The number and position of the openings in the support beams used to connect to the leveling device and the stepped nuts on the packing pressure rods correspond to the number and position of the intersection points between the support beams and the packing pressure rods from a top-down view. The opening at the bottom of the packing pressure rod allows for liquid flow within the tower.

[0029] The fixing component is a fixing buckle 9, and there are multiple fixing buckles 9, which are evenly arranged above each distribution groove 1. Each fixing buckle 9 has a through hole for the bolt 19 to pass through. Corresponding connecting holes are opened on the support beam 3 and the top surface of the distribution groove 1. One end of the fixing buckle 9 is connected to the support beam 3 by the bolt 19, and the other end is fixed with a washer 10 and a spring washer 11 between it and the top surface of the distribution groove 1, and then fixed with bolt 19 to realize the connection between the support beam 3 and the distribution groove 1.

[0030] like Figure 3-4 As shown, each distribution groove 1 has openings on both sides, with sealing plates 12 installed at the openings. Liquid distribution holes 13 are provided on the side walls and lower ends of each distribution groove 1. Each liquid distribution hole 13 is equipped with a matching baffle plate 14 that surrounds it, with the bottom of the baffle plate 14 being lower than the height of the liquid distribution hole 13.

[0031] In this invention, the length of the baffle plate matches the distribution groove, the width of the baffle plate is 50-120mm, and the upper end of the baffle plate is bent towards the side wall of the distribution groove at a bending angle of 120-175°. The lower end of the baffle plate is lower than the height of the liquid distribution hole on the side wall.

[0032] The size of the distribution tank is determined according to the designed gas flow rate. Liquid distribution holes are provided on the side wall and lower end of the distribution tank. The position of the liquid distribution holes is 20-80mm above the bottom of the tank, and the diameter of the liquid distribution holes is 2-10mm, which is determined by the designed liquid flow rate.

[0033] A first supporting angle steel 15 is provided between two adjacent distribution grooves 1 to improve the overall strength after installation.

[0034] The support beam 3 has multiple mounting holes 20, and a distributor lug 16 is installed in each mounting hole 20.

[0035] The bottom of the buffer tank 2 has a liquid outlet hole 17 for communicating with the distribution tank 1 group, and a second supporting angle steel 18 is provided in the buffer tank 2 to improve the overall strength.

[0036] The liquid baffle 14 consists of at least two baffles distributed on both sides of the bottom of the distribution trough 1 in a figure-eight arrangement.

[0037] The upper part of the distribution groove 1 is a cuboid groove, and its bottom is a flat bottom or a conical bottom.

[0038] The width of the connecting groove 4 is greater than the width of the buffer groove 2. An angle steel is welded inside the connecting groove 4, with a hole in the center of the angle steel, and a stepped nut is welded at the hole position.

[0039] The design features of this utility model are as follows:

[0040] 1. During the installation of the distributor, the distributor trough is fixed and hoisted onto the support beam with bolts. If the distributor tilts, the level of the trough liquid distributor can be quickly adjusted by adjusting the position of the second nut on the leveling device, thereby ensuring the high level of the distributor to the maximum extent and reducing the standard deviation of the liquid level in the distributor to within 10% when starting up. The distributor can then perform its liquid distribution function normally, improving the overall efficiency of the packed tower.

[0041] 2. The packing pressure rod is connected to the distributor and support beam by bolts, which can tighten the packing and prevent the packing from being loosened by the rising airflow. This allows the packing to fully perform its function and saves the cost of making a separate packing pressure ring.

[0042] 3. When the packed tower is started, the liquid phase inside the tower is sprayed into the buffer tank, and then flows to each distribution tank for liquid phase distribution. The liquid is evenly sprayed onto the packing through the distribution holes and will not overflow from the top of the distribution tank.

[0043] 4. The distributor horizontal adjustment device of this utility model has a simple structure, strong horizontal adjustment capability, strong rigidity, and is easy to operate without affecting the normal operation of the distributor.

[0044] The working process of this utility model is as follows:

[0045] During the installation of the distributor, installers fix the distribution trough to the support beam with bolts to form a whole. The lower ends of multiple adjusting screws are connected to the horizontally placed packing pressure rods, and the upper ends are connected to the whole formed by the support beam and the distribution trough. At this time, the second nut on the adjusting screw connected to the lower part of the support beam can play a limiting role. The installer can quickly change the height of any end of the support beam by adjusting the position of the second nut, so as to adjust the overall level of the trough liquid distributor. This maximizes the high levelness requirement of the distributor, so that the standard deviation of the liquid level in the distributor is reduced to less than 10% when starting up. The distributor can perform its liquid distribution performance normally and improve the overall efficiency of the packed tower.

[0046] The packing pressure bar is connected to the distribution groove and support beam as a whole through the adjusting screw. It can use the weight of the distributor to compress the packing, avoiding the packing from being loosened by the rising airflow. This allows the packing to fully perform its function and saves the cost of making a separate packing pressure ring.

[0047] When the packed tower is started, the liquid phase inside the tower is sprayed onto the buffer tank, thereby reducing the overall impact intensity of the liquid and playing a buffering role. The liquid phase in the buffer tank flows to each distribution tank through the liquid outlet at the bottom. The tanks are interconnected, which can keep all tanks at the same level liquid surface, making it easy to achieve uniform liquid phase distribution. Subsequently, the liquid phase is evenly sprayed onto the packing below through the distribution holes at the bottom of the distribution tank, making the liquid distribution in the tower more uniform and improving the overall efficiency of the packed tower.

[0048] The specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A horizontally adjustable slot liquid distributor comprising a liquid distributor body, characterized by: The liquid distributor body is composed of distribution grooves (1), buffer grooves (2) and support beams (3), the distribution grooves (1) are arranged in parallel at equal intervals, two adjacent distribution grooves (1) are connected through a communication groove (4), so that a distribution groove group is formed between the plurality of distribution grooves (1), the distribution groove group is connected with the buffer groove (2) arranged directly above the distribution groove group through bolts, and the support beam (3) is arranged directly above the distribution groove group, the distribution groove group and the support beam (3) are fixed through a fixing member, and the whole formed between the distribution groove group and the support beam (3) is connected with a horizontal adjusting device, and the horizontal degree of the whole is adjusted through the horizontal adjusting device.

2. The horizontally adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 1, wherein: The horizontal adjusting device is composed of a plurality of screw rods (5), first nuts (6) and second nuts (7), the top of each screw rod (5) is fixed through the first nut (6) after penetrating through the through hole corresponding to the support beam (3), and the bottom is fixed through the second nut (7) after penetrating and inserting into the filler pressing rod (8) with a connecting hole, the filler pressing rod (8) is flush with the bottom surface of the distribution groove (1) or lower than the bottom surface of the distribution groove (1), when the liquid distributor body is installed, the height position of the second nut (7) is adjusted, so that the horizontal degree of the whole is adjusted.

3. The horizontally adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 1, wherein: The fixing member is a fixing buckle (9), the fixing buckle (9) is a plurality of, and is arranged uniformly above each distribution groove (1), a through hole for penetrating the bolt (19) is arranged in each fixing buckle (9), a connecting hole corresponding to the through hole is formed on the support beam (3) and the top surface of the distribution groove (1), one end of the fixing buckle (9) is connected with the support beam (3) through the bolt (19), and the other end is connected with the top surface of the distribution groove (1) through the bolt (19) after the gasket (10) and the spring washer (11) are arranged between the other end and the top surface of the distribution groove (1), so that the support beam (3) and the distribution groove (1) are connected.

4. The level adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 3, wherein: Each distribution groove (1) is provided with an opening on both sides, an enclosing plate (12) is arranged at the opening, and a liquid distribution hole (13) is arranged on the side wall and the lower end of each distribution groove (1), a liquid blocking plate (14) matched with the liquid distribution hole (13) and surrounding the liquid distribution hole (13) is arranged at the liquid distribution hole (13), and the bottom height of the liquid blocking plate (14) is lower than the height of the liquid distribution hole (13).

5. The level adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 3, wherein: First support angle steels (15) are arranged between two adjacent distribution grooves (1) to improve the strength of the whole after installation.

6. The horizontally adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 3, wherein: A plurality of mounting holes (20) are formed on the support beam (3), and a distributor lifting lug (16) is arranged in each mounting hole (20).

7. The level adjustable slot liquid distributor according to claim 1 or 6, wherein: An outlet hole (17) is formed on the bottom of the buffer groove (2) to communicate with the distribution groove (1), and a second support angle steel (18) is arranged in the buffer groove (2) to improve the strength of the whole.

8. The horizontally adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 4, wherein: The liquid blocking plate (14) is at least two blocks arranged on both sides of the bottom of the distribution groove (1) and arranged in an eight-shaped manner.

9. The horizontally adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 8, wherein: The upper part of the distribution groove (1) is a rectangular groove, and the bottom is a flat bottom or a conical bottom.

10. The horizontally adjustable slot liquid distributor of claim 1, wherein: The width of the communication groove (4) is greater than the width of the buffer groove (2), an angle steel is welded inside the communication groove (4), the angle steel is provided with a central hole, and a stepped nut is welded at the hole position.

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