Base for roof installation of air handling unit
By designing a roof-mounted base for the air handling unit and using motors and sensors to automatically adjust the center of gravity, the problems of equipment swaying in strong winds and bolt fatigue were solved, achieving stable operation and improved safety of the equipment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-13
AI Technical Summary
When existing air handling units are installed on the roof, they are prone to swaying in strong winds, which can lead to fatigue fracture of the expansion bolts, posing a safety hazard and affecting the stable operation of the equipment.
An air handling unit roof mounting base was designed, which includes a stabilizing mechanism and a triggering component. Using components such as a motor, counterweight, electromagnet, and sensor, the center of gravity is automatically adjusted according to the wind direction to reduce equipment sway and bolt stress.
It improves the stability and safety of the equipment in strong wind environments, reduces bolt fatigue, eliminates high-altitude safety hazards, and enhances adaptability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of air handling unit installation equipment, specifically a base for roof mounting of an air handling unit. Background Technology
[0002] With increasing urban building density and stricter energy conservation and environmental protection requirements, air handling units are widely used in ventilation and air conditioning systems in commercial buildings, industrial plants, and other locations. To save floor space and optimize airflow, many air handling units are installed on building rooftops. This installation method not only reduces the space occupied by the equipment but also improves air handling efficiency and reduces energy consumption.
[0003] The shortcomings of existing technology:
[0004] Currently, air handling units are typically installed on concrete roofs using expansion bolts for direct fixing. While this method is simple in structure and low in cost, it has significant drawbacks in practical applications. Due to the strong winds on rooftops, especially in high-rise buildings where crosswinds are a major concern, strong winds can cause significant swaying of the air handling unit. Furthermore, the stress on the expansion bolts on the windward side of the unit increases with the wind force. This prolonged wind load can lead to bolt fatigue, even breakage or loosening, affecting the normal operation of the equipment and potentially posing a safety hazard at height. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a base for roof mounting of air handling units to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a base for roof mounting of an air handling unit, comprising a base plate, a base body for mounting the air handling unit being provided on the upper surface of the base plate, a stabilizing mechanism being provided inside the base body, a triggering component for controlling the activation of the stabilizing mechanism being provided at the upper end of the base body, and a controller being provided at the upper end of the base body;
[0007] The stabilizing mechanism includes:
[0008] The motor is centrally mounted on the inner wall of the base body, and the output end of the motor is provided with a connecting shaft;
[0009] A counterweight is movably disposed inside the base body, with one side of the counterweight connected to a connecting shaft, and the motor drives the counterweight to rotate within the base body;
[0010] A telescopic plate is circumferentially formed on the side wall of the base body. An electromagnet is provided on the side wall of the base body on the outer side of the telescopic plate, and a permanent magnet plate matching the electromagnet is provided at the end of the telescopic plate.
[0011] The sensing strip is disposed on the side wall of the counterweight, and a proximity sensor matching the sensing strip is disposed on the inclined surface of the end of the telescopic plate.
[0012] Preferably, the triggering component includes:
[0013] The mounting groove is circumferentially formed at the outer edge of the upper surface of the base body. A touch switch is provided on the inner side of the mounting groove, and the number of touch switches is the same as the number of proximity sensors.
[0014] A wind rod is rotatably connected in a mounting groove, and a return spring connects the wind rod to the mounting groove.
[0015] Preferably, ball grooves are provided on both the upper and lower end faces inside the base body, and the upper and lower ends of the counterweight are connected to the ball grooves by ball bearings.
[0016] Preferably, the proximity sensor is movably mounted in a mounting hole on the telescopic plate via a buffer spring.
[0017] Preferably, the controller is electrically connected to the motor, electromagnet, proximity sensor and touch switch via wires.
[0018] Preferably, the end of the wind shaft is hemispherical.
[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0020] 1. This type of air handling unit roof mounting base, by setting up a stabilizing mechanism, includes a motor, connecting shaft, counterweight, telescopic plate, electromagnet, sensing strip and proximity sensor. By adding a counterweight inside the base, when the wind force is strong, the counterweight is moved to the windward side to adjust the center of gravity, reducing or even eliminating the swaying of the base plate on the windward side of the equipment relative to the roof. The stress on the connecting bolts is also reduced or even eliminated accordingly, which significantly improves the stability of the connection between the base plate and the roof concrete. Furthermore, the position of the counterweight inside the base body can be adjusted according to the actual wind direction, making it more adaptable and practical, ensuring the normal operation of the equipment, and eliminating potential safety hazards.
[0021] 2. This type of air handling unit roof mounting base, by setting a trigger component, including a mounting groove, a touch switch, a wind rod and a reset spring, enables the controller to accurately judge the wind direction in various directions, thereby autonomously starting and driving the counterweight to adjust its position in strong winds, reducing the reliance on manual operation, and further improving the adaptability and practicality of the base. Attached Figure Description
[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the present invention;
[0023] Figure 2 This is a front view schematic diagram of the internal structure of this utility model;
[0024] Figure 3 For the present utility model Figure 2 An enlarged view of point A in the diagram;
[0025] Figure 4 This is a top view of the internal structure of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 4 An enlarged schematic diagram at point B.
[0027] In the diagram: 1. Base plate; 2. Base body; 201. Ball groove; 3. Stabilizing mechanism; 301. Motor; 302. Connecting shaft; 303. Counterweight; 304. Telescopic plate; 305. Electromagnet; 306. Sensing strip; 307. Proximity sensor; 4. Trigger assembly; 401. Mounting slot; 402. Touch switch; 403. Wind rod; 404. Return spring; 5. Controller. Detailed Implementation
[0028] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0030] In the description of this patent, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "setting" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or setting, a detachable connection or setting, or an integrated connection or setting. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this patent according to the specific circumstances.
[0031] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "several" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified. Example
[0032] Please see Figure 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a technical solution for a roof-mounted base for an air handling unit: A roof-mounted base for an air handling unit includes a base plate 1. A base body 2 for mounting the air handling unit is mounted on the upper surface of the base plate 1. Several positioning terminals are provided on the upper surface of the base body 2 for connecting and fixing with the air handling unit. A stabilizing mechanism 3 is installed inside the base body 2. A trigger component 4 for controlling the activation of the stabilizing mechanism 3 is installed on the upper end of the base body 2. A controller 5 is also embedded in the upper end of the base body 2.
[0033] The stabilizing mechanism 3 includes a motor 301, a counterweight 303, a telescopic plate 304, and a sensing strip 306. The motor 301 is centrally mounted on the inner wall of the base body 2 via a bracket, and a connecting shaft 302 is installed at the output end of the motor 301. The counterweight 303 is movably mounted inside the base body 2, with one side connected to the connecting shaft 302. The motor 301 drives the counterweight 303 to rotate within the base body 2 around the output shaft of the motor 301, adjusting the overall center of gravity of the base body 2. The telescopic plate 304 is circumferentially formed in a groove on the side wall of the base body 2. An electromagnet 305 is mounted on the side wall of the base body 2, located outside the telescopic plate 304. A permanent magnet matching the electromagnet 305 is mounted at the end of the telescopic plate 304. The sensing strip 306 is fixedly mounted on the side wall of the counterweight 303, and a proximity sensor 307 matching the sensing strip 306 is mounted on the inclined surface at the end of the telescopic plate 304.
[0034] When wind blows towards the air handling unit from a certain direction, the force on the air handling unit causes the center of gravity of the base body 2 to shift under the action of the wind. The stress on the bolts connecting the unit to the ground on the windward side increases significantly with the increase of wind force. At this time, the triggering component 4 is triggered. The controller 5 first controls the electromagnet 305 to be energized, so that the electromagnet 305 on the windward side of the base generates a repulsive force on the telescopic plate 304, pushing it out of the slide groove, while the other electromagnets 305 generate an attractive force on the telescopic plate 304, keeping it in the slide groove. Then, the controller controls the motor 301 to start, and the motor 301 drives the counterweight 303 to rotate until the sensing strip 306 comes into close contact with the corresponding proximity sensor 307. After receiving the signal from the proximity sensor 307, the controller 5 shuts off the motor 301. At this time, the counterweight 303 is located on the windward side of the base body 2 and the air handling unit, and the center of gravity has also shifted to this location.
[0035] By using the stabilizing mechanism 3, a counterweight 303 is added inside the base. When the wind is strong, the counterweight 303 is moved to the windward side to adjust the center of gravity, reducing or even eliminating the swaying of the base plate 1 on the windward side of the equipment relative to the roof. The stress on the connecting bolts is also reduced or even eliminated accordingly, which significantly improves the stability of the connection between the base plate 1 and the roof concrete. Furthermore, the position of the counterweight 303 inside the base body 2 can be adjusted according to the actual wind direction, making it more adaptable and practical. This ensures the normal operation of the equipment and eliminates potential safety hazards.
[0036] The trigger assembly 4 includes a mounting slot 401 and a fan rod 403. The mounting slot 401 is circumferentially formed at the outer edge of the upper surface of the base body 2. A touch switch 402 is fixedly installed on the inner side of the mounting slot 401. The number of touch switches 402 is the same as the number of proximity sensors 307. The controller 5 controls a set of electromagnets 305 and proximity sensors 307 through one touch switch 402. The fan rod 403 is rotatably connected in the mounting slot 401, and a return spring 404 connects the fan rod 403 and the mounting slot 401.
[0037] When wind blows towards the air handling unit from a certain direction, the wind vane 403 on that side, propelled by the wind, overcomes the spring force of the return spring 404 and rotates until it triggers the touch switch 402. The touch switch 402 then sends an electrical signal to the controller 5, which in turn controls the stabilizing mechanism 3 to adjust. The controller 5 determines the wind direction based on the position of the triggered touch switch 402, thereby controlling the motor 301 and electromagnet 305 to move the counterweight 303 to the windward side. Under normal circumstances, multiple touch switches 402 should be triggered simultaneously, and the controller 5 should use the electrical signal from the touch switch 402 located in the middle as the trigger.
[0038] By triggering component 4, the controller 5 can accurately judge the wind direction in various directions, thereby autonomously starting and driving the counterweight 303 to adjust its position in strong winds. This reduces the reliance on manual operation and further improves the adaptability and practicality of the base.
[0039] Ball grooves 201 are provided on the upper and lower end faces inside the base body 2. The upper and lower ends of the counterweight 303 are connected to the ball grooves 201 by rolling balls. The rolling connection can significantly reduce the friction force on the counterweight 303 when it moves, and also improve the stability of the counterweight 303 when it moves.
[0040] The proximity sensor 307 is movably mounted in the mounting hole on the telescopic plate 304 via a buffer spring. If the counterweight 303 fails to stop in time due to inertia and comes into contact with the proximity sensor 307, the proximity sensor 307 can retract into the telescopic plate 304 for self-protection. If the force on the telescopic plate 304 is greater than the repulsive force of the electromagnet 305, it will also retract into the groove.
[0041] The controller 5 is electrically connected to the motor 301, the electromagnet 305, the proximity sensor 307, and the touch switch 402 via wires. The controller 5 receives electrical signals from the proximity sensor 307 and the touch switch 402 via wires and controls the operation of the motor 301 and the electromagnet 305.
[0042] The end of the wind rod 403 is hemispherical. The hemispherical shape is greatly affected by wind force, which can improve the trigger sensitivity of the touch switch 402.
[0043] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:
[0044] When wind blows towards the air handling unit from a certain direction, the wind vane 403 on that side, propelled by the wind, overcomes the spring force of the return spring 404 and rotates until it triggers the touch switch 402. The touch switch 402 then sends an electrical signal to the controller 5. The controller 5 then energizes the electromagnets 305, causing the electromagnets 305 on the windward side of the base to exert a repulsive force on the telescopic plate 304, pushing it out of the slide groove. The other electromagnets 305 exert an attractive force on the telescopic plate 304, keeping it within the slide groove. Next, the controller starts the motor 301, which drives the counterweight 303 to rotate until the sensing strip 306 comes into contact with the corresponding proximity sensor 307. Upon receiving the signal from the proximity sensor 307, the controller 5 shuts off the motor 301. At this point, the counterweight 303 is located on the windward side of the base body 2 and the air handling unit, and the center of gravity shifts to this location. The stress on the connecting bolts on the windward side of the equipment is reduced or even eliminated.
[0045] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples and are not intended to limit the utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A base for roof mounting of an air handling unit, comprising a base plate (1), characterized in that: The upper end surface of the bottom plate (1) is provided with a base body (2) for installing an air handling unit, the inside of the base body (2) is provided with a stabilizing mechanism (3), the upper end of the base body (2) is provided with a trigger assembly (4) for controlling the start of the stabilizing mechanism (3), and the upper end of the base body (2) is also provided with a controller (5). The stabilizing mechanism (3) comprises: A motor (301) is centrally arranged on the inner wall of the base body (2), and the output end of the motor (301) is provided with a connecting shaft (302); A counterweight (303) is movably arranged in the inside of the base body (2), one side of the counterweight (303) is connected with the connecting shaft (302), and the motor (301) drives the counterweight (303) to rotate in the base body (2); A telescopic plate (304) is circumferentially arranged on the side wall of the base body (2), an electromagnet (305) is arranged on the side wall of the base body (2) outside the telescopic plate (304), and the end of the telescopic plate (304) is provided with a permanent magnet matched with the electromagnet (305); An induction strip (306) is arranged on the side wall of the counterweight (303), and a proximity sensor (307) matched with the induction strip (306) is arranged on the end surface of the telescopic plate (304).
2. The air handling unit rooftop base of claim 1, wherein: The trigger assembly (4) comprises: An installation groove (401) is circumferentially arranged on the outer edge of the upper end surface of the base body (2), a touch switch (402) is arranged on the inner side of the installation groove (401), and the number of the touch switch (402) is consistent with that of the proximity sensor (307); A wind rod (403) is rotatably connected in the installation groove (401), and a return spring (404) is connected between the wind rod (403) and the installation groove (401).
3. The air handling unit rooftop base of claim 1, wherein: Ball grooves (201) are arranged on the upper and lower end surfaces in the inside of the base body (2), and the upper and lower ends of the counterweight (303) are rotatably connected with the ball grooves (201) through balls.
4. The air handling unit rooftop base of claim 1, wherein: The proximity sensor (307) is movably installed in the mounting hole on the telescopic plate (304) through a buffer spring.
5. The air handling unit rooftop base of claim 2, wherein: The controller (5) is electrically connected with the motor (301), the electromagnet (305), the proximity sensor (307) and the touch switch (402) through wires.
6. The air handling unit rooftop base of claim 2, wherein: The end of the wind rod (403) is hemispherical.