Sedimentation tank capable of preventing inclined pipe from being blocked
By improving the structure of the aeration pipes, increasing the aeration area and stability, the problems of clogging and backflow in the inclined tube sedimentation tank were solved, achieving a highly efficient sewage treatment effect.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-17
AI Technical Summary
Existing inclined tube sedimentation tanks are prone to clogging during long-term operation, especially when the sludge is sticky, and the aeration pipe structure has problems with water backflow and poor stability.
The structure of the aeration pipe was improved to increase the aeration area and enhance stability. Multiple aeration holes were set on both sides of the side pipe, and a sealing element and sealing ring structure were used in combination with mechanical design to ensure the airtightness and stability of the gas channel.
It effectively avoids clogging of the inclined tubes, improves the cleaning efficiency and stability of the aeration pipes, prevents water backflow, and extends the service life of the sedimentation tank.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of wastewater treatment technology, specifically a sedimentation tank that avoids clogging of inclined tubes. Background Technology
[0002] Inclined tube sedimentation tanks are widely used in current wastewater treatment processes. An inclined tube sedimentation tank is a sedimentation tank with inclined tubes installed in the sedimentation zone. There are two assembly forms: inclined tubes and branch pipes. In the sedimentation zone of a horizontal or vertical flow sedimentation tank, a series of shallow sedimentation layers are divided by inclined parallel tubes or parallel pipes (sometimes honeycomb packing). The treated and settled sludge move and separate in each sedimentation layer. According to the direction of their mutual movement, there are three different separation methods: counter-current, co-current, and lateral flow. The space between each two parallel inclined plates (or inside the parallel pipe) is equivalent to a very shallow sedimentation tank. Its advantages are: (1) it utilizes the laminar flow principle, which improves the treatment capacity of the sedimentation tank; (2) it shortens the particle settling distance, thereby shortening the sedimentation time; (3) it increases the sedimentation area of the sedimentation tank, thereby improving the treatment efficiency.
[0003] However, in practical engineering applications, while inclined tube sedimentation tanks have good initial sedimentation effects, long-term operation is very troublesome. This is especially true for sludge from the initial biological treatment process, which has a high sludge content and is sticky. The small space inside the inclined tubes makes it easy for sludge to adhere to the walls, leading to blockage problems after prolonged operation.
[0004] The prior art application with publication number CN204411789U uses an aeration pipe to clean the inclined pipe, but water backflows into the aeration pipe when it is not working, which is a problem that needs to be solved. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.
[0006] Given the following technical problems in the existing technology: the existing aeration pipe structure cannot avoid water backflow and has poor stability.
[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a sedimentation tank that avoids clogging of inclined tubes, comprising a shell, a vertical plate on one side of the shell dividing the interior of the shell into a water inlet area and a sedimentation area, a channel below the vertical plate connecting the water inlet area and the sedimentation area, an ash collection trough at the bottom of the sedimentation area, an inclined tube in the sedimentation area, an aeration pipe below the inclined tube, and the aeration pipe comprising a main pipe and a pair of side pipes arranged on both sides of the main pipe, the pair of side pipes being interconnected.
[0008] As a preferred technical solution for sedimentation tanks to avoid clogging of inclined tubes,
[0009] Multiple aeration holes are provided along the axial direction on both sides of the side tube.
[0010] As a preferred technical solution for sedimentation tanks to avoid clogging of inclined tubes,
[0011] One end of the side tube is closed, and an annular plate is provided at the open end of the other end. Connecting plates are provided at both ends of the annular plate.
[0012] As a preferred technical solution for sedimentation tanks to avoid clogging of inclined tubes,
[0013] The connecting plate is provided with through holes, and the paired side tubes are connected to the connecting plate by bolts.
[0014] As a preferred technical solution for sedimentation tanks to avoid clogging of inclined tubes,
[0015] The main tube has air holes on both sides, and the outside of the air holes has a protruding edge that is embedded in the side tube.
[0016] As a preferred technical solution for sedimentation tanks to avoid clogging of inclined tubes,
[0017] The side tube is provided with a sealing component, which includes an end plate and a spring connecting the end plate and the bottom of the side tube.
[0018] As a preferred technical solution for sedimentation tanks to avoid clogging of inclined tubes,
[0019] A support rod is provided on one side of the end plate, and a sealing ring plug is provided on the support rod at the aeration hole.
[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: This utility model improves the structure of the aeration pipe, increases the aeration area, and ensures the stability of the aeration pipe. Attached Figure Description
[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments 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. Among them:
[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall cross-sectional structure of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the aeration pipe in this utility model;
[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main pipe structure in this utility model;
[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the side tube structure in this utility model;
[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing component in this utility model;
[0027] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the side tube in this utility model.
[0028] Reference numerals: shell 100, vertical plate 101, water inlet area 102, ash collection trough 103, sedimentation area 106, inclined tube 104, aeration pipe 105, aeration hole 105c, ring plate 105d, connecting plate 105e, through hole 105f, main pipe 105a, air hole 105g, protruding edge 105h, sealing component 107, side tube 105b, spring 107b, end plate 107a, support rod 107c, sealing ring plug 107d. Detailed Implementation
[0029] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0030] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.
[0031] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.
[0032] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not adhering to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, actual manufacturing should include the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth.
[0033] Example 1
[0034] Reference Figures 1-6 This embodiment provides a sedimentation tank that avoids clogging of inclined tubes, including a shell 100. A vertical plate 101 is provided on one side of the shell 100 to divide the interior of the shell 100 into a water inlet zone 102 and a sedimentation zone 106. A through groove is provided below the vertical plate 101 to connect the water inlet zone 102 and the sedimentation zone 106. An ash collection trough 103 is provided at the bottom of the sedimentation zone 106. An inclined tube 104 is provided in the sedimentation zone 106. An aeration pipe 105 is provided below the inclined tube 104. The aeration pipe 105 includes a main pipe 105a and a pair of side pipes 105b provided on both sides of the main pipe 105a. The pair of side pipes 105b are connected to each other.
[0035] It should be noted that the water inlet zone 102 in this application can be equipped with a flocculation function using existing technology to treat particulate matter in the water in advance. The sedimentation principle of the sedimentation zone 106 adopts the inclined tube sedimentation of existing technology. The installation of the inclined tube 104 is not the main solution of this application, so existing technology can be used and will not be described in detail. Similarly, a water outlet is provided on the right side of the shell 100.
[0036] Silt and other sediments are deposited in the ash collection tank 103 and connected to the outside through pipelines. They are then transported out by gravity or pumping. The pipeline design is existing technology and will not be described in detail here.
[0037] Specifically, in order to solve the problem of mud and ash easily adhering to the inclined tube in the prior art, this application further improves the aeration tube based on the existing technology of setting aeration tube, increases the aeration area, and improves the structural stability of the aeration tube.
[0038] Multiple aeration holes 105c are arranged axially on both sides of the side pipe 105b. Gas is transported from the main pipe 105a to the side pipe 105b and then discharged from the aeration holes 105c on both sides of the side pipe 105b, thereby increasing the aeration area and improving cleaning efficiency.
[0039] One end of the side tube 105b is closed, and the other end is open and a ring plate 105d is provided. Connecting plates 105e are provided at both ends of the ring plate 105d.
[0040] The connecting plate 105e is provided with a through hole 105f. The paired side tubes 105b are connected to the connecting plate 105e by bolts, which ensures the connection stability of the side tubes 105b and avoids loosening, shaking and other situations caused by direct connection of a single side tube 105b to the main tube 105a.
[0041] It should be noted that a sealing ring is also provided at the opening of the side tube 105b to seal the connection between the side tube 105b and the air hole 105g.
[0042] Furthermore, air holes 105g are provided on both sides of the main pipe 105a, and a raised edge 105h is provided on the outside of the air hole 105g, which is embedded in the side pipe 105b.
[0043] A sealing element 107 is provided in the side tube 102. The sealing element 107 includes an end plate 107a and a spring 107b that connects the end plate 107a and the bottom of the side tube 102a.
[0044] A support rod 107c is provided on one side of the end plate 107a, and a sealing ring plug 107d is provided on the support rod 107c at the aeration hole 105c.
[0045] Specifically, when cleaning is required, air is supplied to the main pipe 105a, and the gas enters the side pipe 105b. Since the aeration holes 105c are all blocked by the sealing ring plugs 107d, the side pipe 105b is a closed space. Therefore, the sealing element 107 moves as a whole, compressing the spring 107b. The sealing ring plugs 107d are misaligned with the aeration holes 105c, and aeration begins.
[0046] After the process is completed, closing the air supply sealing component 107 will return it to its original position to prevent backflow.
[0047] It should be noted that the support rod 107c is a rigid rod structure, and the sealing ring plug 105d can be used to block the aeration hole 105c. It can withstand water pressure and prevent water from flowing back into the side pipe 102. Specifically, the sealing ring plug 105d may include a rigid annular plate for shaping and a soft rubber layer disposed on the outside of the rigid annular plate for sealing.
[0048] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.
[0049] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A sedimentation basin for avoiding clogging of a slanted pipe, characterized in that: The utility model relates to a shell (100) one side is provided with the vertical board (101) and is divided into the water inlet area (102) and the deposition area (106) with the shell (100) in the deposition area (106) bottom is provided with the ash groove (103), the deposition area (106) is provided with the inclined pipe (104) in, the inclined pipe (104) below is provided with the aeration pipe (105), the aeration pipe (105) includes the main pipe (105a) and is provided with the side pipe (105b) in pair on both sides of main pipe (105a), and a pair of side pipe (105b) is connected with each other. The side pipe (105b) is provided with a plurality of aeration holes (105c) on both sides along the axial direction.
2. The sedimentation basin to avoid the pipe clogging according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side pipe (105b) is closed at one end, and the other end is provided with a ring plate (105d) at the opening, and the ring plate (105d) is provided with a connecting plate (105e) at both ends.
3. The sedimentation basin to avoid the pipe clogging according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting plate (105e) is provided with a through hole (105f), and the pair of side pipes (105b) are connected by bolts.
4. The sedimentation basin to avoid the pipe clogging according to claim 3, characterized in that: The main pipe (105a) is provided with a gas hole (105g) on both sides, and the outer side of the gas hole (105g) is provided with a convex edge (105h) embedded in the side pipe (105b).
5. The sedimentation basin to avoid the pipe clogging according to claim 4, characterized in that: The side pipe (105b) is provided with a blocking member (107), and the blocking member (107) includes an end plate (107a) and a spring (107b) connected to the bottom of the side pipe (105b).
6. The sedimentation basin to avoid the pipe clogging according to claim 5, characterized in that: The end plate (107a) is provided with a frame rod (107c) on one side, and the frame rod (107c) is provided with a sealing ring plug (107d) corresponding to the aeration hole (105c).
7. The sedimentation basin to avoid the pipe clogging according to claim 6, characterized in that:
Citation Information
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Inclined tube sedimentation tank capable of avoiding blockage by fillers
CN204411789U