Tower drum tool
By using a segmented tower design and hydraulic rod-assisted positioning, the difficulties in transporting and installing wind turbine towers have been solved, enabling convenient transportation and efficient installation, and reducing the risk of equipment damage and material costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-13
AI Technical Summary
The cylindrical structure and large radial dimensions of wind turbine towers make transportation difficult, and the flanges of segmented towers are prone to misalignment during installation, affecting installation efficiency and equipment safety.
The tower adopts a segmented design, with each segment being a fan-shaped plate. These segments are connected by trusses, hydraulic rods, and locking structures. They are stacked during transportation, and during installation, the hydraulic rods are used to adjust the angle to assist in positioning, reducing installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment.
This enabled convenient transportation and efficient installation of the tower, reduced installation time, lowered the risk of equipment damage, and saved material costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a tower tooling and belongs to the technical field of wind power equipment and facilities. Background Technology
[0002] Due to their cylindrical structure and large radial dimensions, wind turbine towers are difficult to transport directly, posing significant safety hazards during transport. To mitigate these issues, existing manufacturers typically disassemble the cylindrical structure longitudinally into multiple segments at the factory, then stack and transport them, finally assembling them into a complete cylinder at the installation site. However, during the installation of segmented towers, flange misalignment is prone to occur, leading to installation difficulties, reduced work efficiency, and extended construction periods. Furthermore, inaccurate installation can easily cause equipment damage during subsequent use, resulting in serious economic losses. Therefore, we propose a tower tooling solution. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a tower tooling that eliminates the traditional installation process, is quick and convenient to use, facilitates transportation, reduces installation difficulties, and saves construction time.
[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: a tower fixture, including tower sections, which are formed by longitudinally splitting the tower into multiple pieces, forming a fan-shaped plate. Multiple identical tower sections are connected and fastened together to form a cylindrical tower. A truss is horizontally installed across the top of the inner arc sidewall of each tower section. The truss is detachably installed at the end of the tower section via flanges. One end of the truss is provided with a pivot, and the other end of the truss is provided with a latch. One end of a hydraulic rod is rotatably installed on the pivot, and the other end of the hydraulic rod is detachably installed on the latch. During transportation, multiple tower sections are stacked. During installation, two corresponding tower sections are first fastened together. The installation angle is adjusted and positioning is assisted by the hydraulic rod, which can reduce the installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment.
[0005] In the aforementioned tower fixture, flanges are provided at both ends of the tower section. The truss includes an upper chord and a lower chord. The two ends of the upper chord are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section, and the two ends of the lower chord are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section and are arranged parallel to the upper chord. A horizontal plate is connected between the two ends of the horizontal and vertical parts of the upper and lower chords. A pivot is provided at the end of one side of the horizontal plate, and a locking buckle is provided at the end of the other side of the horizontal plate, so that the truss can be detachably installed at the end of the tower section through the flanges.
[0006] In the aforementioned tower fixture, a locking nut is provided on the rotating shaft, and one end of the hydraulic rod is sleeved on the rotating shaft and fixed by the locking nut, so that the hydraulic rod is rotatably mounted on the rotating shaft.
[0007] In the aforementioned tower fixture, the locking buckle is a hollow ring vertically set on the surface of the horizontal plate, and the other end of the hydraulic rod is provided with a hook lock. The hook lock's hooked part passes through and hooks tightly onto the locking buckle, and the hook lock can be quickly and easily attached and detached from the locking buckle.
[0008] In the aforementioned tower fixture, a web member is provided between the horizontal and vertical portions of the upper chord and the lower chord to increase the support stability of the upper chord and the lower chord.
[0009] In the aforementioned tower fixture, the web members are arranged in a serpentine pattern between the upper chord and the lower chord, and each inflection point of the web members is fixedly connected to the upper / lower chord, making the web member support more stable.
[0010] The aforementioned tower fixture has three sections arranged in a fan shape, with the central angle of each section being 120°.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:
[0012] (1) This utility model can make the tower section easy to transport, and can also be positioned with the help of hydraulic rods during installation, reducing the installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment and saving construction time.
[0013] (2) When installing the lifting tower section, the lock and the shaft can be used as the fixing point of the lifting rope. One structure has multiple uses and the structural design is more reasonable.
[0014] (3) The truss structure of this utility model is detachable, and can be reused for towers of the same size, which is convenient for recycling, saves materials, and reduces costs. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a top view of the present invention;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the stacked structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a top view of the stacked structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 5 This is a plan view of the two-section tower section installation structure of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 6 This is a plan view of the tower installation structure of this utility model.
[0021] Attached reference numerals: 1-Tower section, 2-Truss, 3-Shaft, 4-Lock, 5-Hydraulic rod, 51-Hook lock, 6-Upper chord, 7-Lower chord, 8-Horizontal plate, 9-Web member.
[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation
[0023] Embodiment 1 of this utility model: A tower fixture includes a tower section 1, which is formed by longitudinally splitting the tower into multiple pieces, forming a fan-shaped plate. Multiple identical tower sections 1 are connected and fastened together to form a cylindrical tower. A truss 2 is horizontally installed across the top of the inner arc sidewall of the tower section 1. The truss 2 is detachably installed at the end of the tower section 1 via a flange. A rotating shaft 3 is provided at one end of the truss 2, and a locking buckle 4 is provided at the other end. A hydraulic rod 5 is rotatably mounted on one end of the rotating shaft 3. The other end of the hydraulic rod 5 can be detachably installed on the locking buckle 4. During transportation, multiple tower sections 1 are stacked, and corks can be placed between the trusses 2 of the upper and lower tower sections 1. During installation, the two corresponding tower sections 1 are first fastened together. The hydraulic rod 5 of one tower section 1 is removed from its own locking buckle 4 and installed on the locking buckle 4 of the truss 2 of the other tower section 1. The installation angle is adjusted and the positioning is assisted by the hydraulic rod 5, which can reduce the installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment. All tower sections 1 are gradually joined together to form a tower.
[0024] Embodiment 2 of this utility model: A tower fixture includes a tower section 1, which is formed by longitudinally splitting the tower into multiple pieces, forming a fan-shaped plate. Multiple identical tower sections 1 can be connected and fastened together to form a cylindrical tower. A truss 2 is horizontally installed across the top of the inner arc sidewall of the tower section 1. The truss 2 is detachably installed at the end of the tower section 1 via a flange. A rotating shaft 3 is provided at one end of the truss 2, and a locking buckle 4 is provided at the other end. A hydraulic rod 5 is rotatably mounted on one end of the rotating shaft 3. The other end of the hydraulic rod 5 can be detachably installed on the locking buckle 4. During transportation, multiple tower sections 1 are stacked, and corks can be placed between the trusses 2 of the upper and lower tower sections 1. During installation, the two corresponding tower sections 1 are first fastened together. The hydraulic rod 5 of one tower section 1 is removed from its own locking buckle 4 and installed on the locking buckle 4 of the truss 2 of the other tower section 1. The installation angle is adjusted and the positioning is assisted by the hydraulic rod 5, which can reduce the installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment. All tower sections 1 are gradually joined together to form a tower.
[0025] Flanges are provided at both ends of the tower section 1. The truss 2 includes an upper chord 6 and a lower chord 7. The two ends of the upper chord 6 are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section 1, and the two ends of the lower chord 7 are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section 1 and are arranged parallel to the upper chord 6. Horizontal plates 8 are correspondingly connected between the two ends of the horizontal sections of the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7. A pivot 3 is provided at the end of one side of the horizontal plate 8, and a locking buckle 4 is provided at the end of the other side of the horizontal plate 8, so that the truss... 2. The hydraulic rod 5 is detachably installed at the end of the tower section 1 via a flange. A locking nut is provided on the rotating shaft 3. One end of the hydraulic rod 5 is sleeved on the rotating shaft 3 and fixed by the locking nut, so that the hydraulic rod 5 can be rotatably installed on the rotating shaft 3. The locking buckle 4 is a hollow ring vertically set on the surface of the horizontal plate 8. The other end of the hydraulic rod 5 is provided with a hook lock 51. The hook part of the hook lock 51 passes through and hooks tightly onto the locking buckle 4. The hook lock 51 can be quickly and easily disassembled from the locking buckle 4.
[0026] Embodiment 3 of this utility model: A tower fixture includes a tower section 1, which is formed by longitudinally splitting the tower into multiple pieces, forming a fan-shaped plate. Multiple identical tower sections 1 are connected and fastened together to form a cylindrical tower. A truss 2 is horizontally installed across the top of the inner arc sidewall of the tower section 1. The truss 2 is detachably installed at the end of the tower section 1 via a flange. A rotating shaft 3 is provided at one end of the truss 2, and a locking buckle 4 is provided at the other end. A hydraulic rod 5 is rotatably mounted on one end of the rotating shaft 3. The other end of the hydraulic rod 5 can be detachably installed on the locking buckle 4. During transportation, multiple tower sections 1 are stacked, and corks can be placed between the trusses 2 of the upper and lower tower sections 1. During installation, the two corresponding tower sections 1 are first fastened together. The hydraulic rod 5 of one tower section 1 is removed from its own locking buckle 4 and installed on the locking buckle 4 of the truss 2 of the other tower section 1. The installation angle is adjusted and the positioning is assisted by the hydraulic rod 5, which can reduce the installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment. All tower sections 1 are gradually joined together to form a tower.
[0027] Flanges are provided at both ends of the tower section 1. The truss 2 includes an upper chord 6 and a lower chord 7. The two ends of the upper chord 6 are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section 1, and the two ends of the lower chord 7 are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section 1 and are arranged parallel to the upper chord 6. Horizontal plates 8 are correspondingly connected between the two ends of the horizontal sections of the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7. A pivot 3 is provided at the end of one side of the horizontal plate 8, and a locking buckle 4 is provided at the end of the other side of the horizontal plate 8, so that the truss... 2. The hydraulic rod 5 is detachably installed at the end of the tower section 1 via a flange. A locking nut is provided on the rotating shaft 3. One end of the hydraulic rod 5 is sleeved on the rotating shaft 3 and fixed by the locking nut, so that the hydraulic rod 5 can be rotatably installed on the rotating shaft 3. The locking buckle 4 is a hollow ring vertically set on the surface of the horizontal plate 8. The other end of the hydraulic rod 5 is provided with a hook lock 51. The hook part of the hook lock 51 passes through and hooks tightly onto the locking buckle 4. The hook lock 51 can be quickly and easily disassembled from the locking buckle 4.
[0028] Specifically, a web member 9 is provided between the horizontal and vertical parts of the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7 to increase the support stability of the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7.
[0029] Specifically, the web member 9 is arranged in a serpentine shape between the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7, and each inflection point of the web member 9 is fixedly connected to the upper chord 6 / lower chord 7, making the web member 9 more stable.
[0030] Embodiment 4 of this utility model: A tower fixture includes a tower section 1, which is composed of three fan-shaped sections with a central angle of 120°. The tower section 1 is formed by longitudinally splitting the tower into multiple sections, forming a fan-shaped plate. Multiple identical tower sections 1 can be connected and fastened together to form a cylindrical tower. A truss 2 is horizontally installed across the top of the inner arc of the tower section 1. The truss 2 is detachably installed at the end of the tower section 1 via a flange. A pivot 3 is provided at one end of the truss 2, and a latch 4 is provided at the other end. A hydraulic rod 5 is rotatably mounted on the pivot 3. One end of the hydraulic rod 5 is detachably mounted on the locking buckle 4. Of the three tower sections 1, only two sections 1 need to have the hydraulic rod 5. During transportation, multiple tower sections 1 are stacked, and cork plugs can be placed between the trusses 2 of the upper and lower sections 1. During installation, first, the two corresponding tower sections 1 with hydraulic rods 5 are fastened together. Then, the hydraulic rods 5 on both tower sections 1 are detached from their own locking buckles 4 and installed on the corresponding locking buckles 4 of the truss 2 of the other tower section 1. The two hydraulic rods 5 are used to adjust the installation angle of the two tower sections 1 and assist in positioning. Figure 5 As shown, this can reduce the installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment and gradually combine all the tower sections into a tower.
[0031] Flanges are provided at both ends of the tower section 1. The truss 2 includes an upper chord 6 and a lower chord 7. The two ends of the upper chord 6 are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section 1, and the two ends of the lower chord 7 are fixed to the end flanges of the tower section 1 and are arranged parallel to the upper chord 6. Horizontal plates 8 are correspondingly connected between the two ends of the horizontal sections of the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7. A pivot 3 is provided at the end of one side of the horizontal plate 8, and a locking buckle 4 is provided at the end of the other side of the horizontal plate 8, so that the truss... 2. The hydraulic rod 5 is detachably installed at the end of the tower section 1 via a flange. A locking nut is provided on the rotating shaft 3. One end of the hydraulic rod 5 is sleeved on the rotating shaft 3 and fixed by the locking nut, so that the hydraulic rod 5 can be rotatably installed on the rotating shaft 3. The locking buckle 4 is a hollow ring vertically set on the surface of the horizontal plate 8. The other end of the hydraulic rod 5 is provided with a hook lock 51. The hook part of the hook lock 51 passes through and hooks tightly onto the locking buckle 4. The hook lock 51 can be quickly and easily disassembled from the locking buckle 4.
[0032] Specifically, a web member 9 is provided between the horizontal and vertical parts of the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7 to increase the support stability of the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7.
[0033] Specifically, the web member 9 is arranged in a serpentine shape between the upper chord 6 and the lower chord 7, and each inflection point of the web member 9 is fixedly connected to the upper chord 6 / lower chord 7, making the web member 9 more stable.
[0034] The working principle of one embodiment of this utility model is as follows: During transportation, multiple tower sections 1 are stacked, and corks can be placed between the trusses 2 of two upper and lower tower sections 1. During installation, two corresponding tower sections 1 are first fastened together. The hydraulic rod 5 of one tower section 1 is removed from its own locking buckle 4 and installed on the locking buckle 4 of the truss 2 of the other tower section 1. The installation angle is adjusted and the positioning is assisted by the hydraulic rod 5, which can reduce the installation difficulties caused by flange misalignment. All tower sections 1 are gradually joined together to form a tower.
Claims
1. A tower section tooling, characterized by, The application relates to a tower cylinder, which comprises tower cylinder segments (1) in the shape of fan-shaped plates, a plurality of identical tower cylinder segments (1) are connected and buckled to form a cylindrical tower cylinder, a truss (2) is horizontally arranged on the top of the inner side wall of the circular arc of the tower cylinder segment (1), one end of the truss (2) is provided with a rotating shaft (3), the other end of the truss (2) is provided with a lock buckle (4), one end of a hydraulic rod (5) is rotatably arranged on the rotating shaft (3), and the other end of the hydraulic rod (5) is detachably arranged on the lock buckle (4). Flanges are arranged at the two ends of the tower cylinder segment (1), the truss (2) comprises upper chord bars (6) and lower chord bars (7), the two ends of the upper chord bar (6) are fixed on the end flanges of the tower cylinder segment (1), the two ends of the lower chord bar (7) are fixed on the end flanges of the tower cylinder segment (1) and are arranged in parallel with the upper chord bar (6), corresponding connecting plates (8) are arranged between the two ends of the horizontal straight sections of the upper chord bar (6) and the lower chord bar (7), the end of the connecting plate (8) on one side is provided with the rotating shaft (3), and the end of the connecting plate (8) on the other side is provided with the lock buckle (4). The rotating shaft (3) is provided with a locking nut, one end of the hydraulic rod (5) is sleeved on the rotating shaft (3) and is fixed through the locking nut. The lock buckle (4) is a hollow ring vertically arranged on the surface of the connecting plate (8), the other end of the hydraulic rod (5) is provided with a hook (51), and the hook part of the hook (51) is hooked on the lock buckle (4).
2. A tower section tooling as claimed in claim 1, wherein, Abdominal bars (9) are arranged between the horizontal straight sections of the upper chord bar (6) and the lower chord bar (7).
3. A tower section tooling as claimed in claim 2, wherein, The abdominal bars (9) are arranged in a snake shape between the upper chord bar (6) and the lower chord bar (7), and each inflection point of the abdominal bar (9) is fixedly connected with the upper chord bar (6) and the lower chord bar (7).
4. A tower section as claimed in claim 1, characterised in that The tower cylinder segment (1) is provided with three pieces, and the central angle of the fan-shaped tower cylinder segment (1) is 120 degrees.