Automatic flow adjusting device for material conveying

By designing an automatic flow control device, and using a level gauge and solenoid valve in combination, the automatic control of material conveying is realized, which solves the problem of manual intervention required for intermediate booster pumps, realizes unattended material conveying, reduces labor costs, and improves system reliability and economy.

CN224090849UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-07QINGDAO YONGXINLONG HIGH TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-26
Publication Date
2026-04-07

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Technical Problem

In existing material conveying systems, the operation and flow regulation of intermediate booster pumps require manual intervention, leading to increased labor costs.

Method used

Design an automatic flow control device that uses a level gauge to monitor the liquid level in the storage tank and achieves fully automatic control of material conveying through the cooperation of a solenoid valve and a delivery pump. The device includes the combined use of a first storage tank, a discharge pipe, a conveying pipe, a transfer tank, a level gauge, and a solenoid valve to achieve automatic flow control.

Benefits of technology

It has achieved unattended automated material handling, reduced labor costs, improved system reliability and economy, and ensured the stability of flow and conveying efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic flow adjusting device for material conveying, which comprises a first storage tank, the outer wall of the first storage tank is fixedly communicated with a discharge pipe, one end of the discharge pipe is fixedly communicated with a first conveying pipe, one end of the first conveying pipe is fixedly communicated with a transfer tank, and the transfer tank is fixedly communicated with a second storage tank. Through cooperative use of a first storage tank, a discharging pipe, a first conveying pipe, a transfer tank, a second conveying pipe, a second storage tank, a first liquid level meter, a first electromagnetic valve and a first conveying pump, when the first liquid level meter monitors that the liquid level in the second storage tank is lower than a preset value, the first electromagnetic valve is opened at the moment; materials in the transfer tank are pumped into the second storage tank through the first conveying pump, when the liquid level reaches a preset value, the first electromagnetic valve is closed at the moment, meanwhile, the first conveying pump stops working, manual guarding is replaced with full-automatic control, the labor cost is saved through a single pipeline, and the using reliability, economical efficiency and automation level of the device are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of material conveying technology, specifically to an automatic flow regulating device for material conveying. Background Technology

[0002] In industries such as chemical, food processing, and pharmaceutical, material conveying systems are a key link in achieving continuous production. Especially for long-distance, high-flow liquid or slurry conveying scenarios (such as chemical raw material transportation and slurry preparation in food processing), it is necessary to ensure flow stability and conveying efficiency. Currently, due to high fluid resistance and significant pressure attenuation, long-distance conveying pipelines usually require the addition of a booster pump in the middle of the pipeline to maintain the conveying pressure.

[0003] However, the operation and flow regulation of the intermediate booster pump rely on manual intervention. A separate operating station needs to be set up at the booster pump, and a dedicated person needs to monitor the pressure and flow parameters in real time, which increases labor costs. Therefore, we need to propose an automatic flow regulation device for material conveying. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic flow regulation device for material conveying, which aims to solve the problem that the operation and flow regulation of intermediate booster pumps in the prior art require manual intervention, and that a separate operation station needs to be set up at the booster pump and a dedicated person needs to monitor the pressure and flow parameters in real time, which leads to increased labor costs.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] An automatic flow control device for material conveying includes a first storage tank, a discharge pipe fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first storage tank, a first conveying pipe fixedly connected to one end of the discharge pipe, a transfer tank fixedly connected to one end of the first conveying pipe, a second conveying pipe fixedly connected to the bottom end of the transfer tank, a second storage tank fixedly connected to one end of the second conveying pipe, a first level gauge fixedly connected to the top of the second storage tank, a first solenoid valve conductively connected to the outer wall of the second conveying pipe, and a first conveying pump conductively connected to the second conveying pipe.

[0007] Preferably, the outer wall of the first conveying pipe is covered with a heat insulation pad, and a second solenoid valve is conductively connected to the first conveying pipe.

[0008] Preferably, it also includes a second delivery pump, which is conductively connected to the outer wall of the first delivery pipe.

[0009] Preferably, a second level gauge is provided on the top of the transfer tank, and the bottom end of the second level gauge is located inside the transfer tank.

[0010] Preferably, one end of the second storage tank is fixedly connected to a feeding pipe, and a third conveying pump is installed on the feeding pipe, with one end of the third conveying pump fixedly connected to a feeding pipe.

[0011] Preferably, the transfer tank has an inner cylinder inside, and a receiving cavity is reserved between the inner cylinder and the transfer tank.

[0012] Preferably, the cavity is provided with a heat-conducting medium, and a heating wire is fixedly connected inside the cavity.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] This utility model utilizes a combination of a first storage tank, a discharge pipe, a first conveying pipe, a transfer tank, a second conveying pipe, a second storage tank, a first level gauge, a first solenoid valve, and a first delivery pump. When the first level gauge detects that the liquid level inside the second storage tank is lower than a preset value, the first solenoid valve opens, and the first delivery pump pumps the material from the transfer tank to the second storage tank. When the liquid level reaches the preset value, the first solenoid valve closes, and the first delivery pump stops working. This achieves fully automatic control, replacing manual operation, saving labor costs per pipeline, and improving the reliability, economy, and automation level of the device. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer tank, inner cylinder, and heating wire of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a flowchart of the material conveying process of this utility model.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. First storage tank; 2. Discharge pipe; 3. First conveying pipe; 4. Transfer tank; 5. Second conveying pipe; 6. Second storage tank; 7. First level gauge; 8. First solenoid valve; 9. First transfer pump; 10. Second solenoid valve; 11. Second transfer pump; 12. Second level gauge; 13. Feeding pipe; 14. Third transfer pump; 15. Loading pipe; 16. Inner cylinder; 17. Receiving cavity; 18. Heating wire. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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.

[0020] Please see Figure 1-3 This utility model provides a technical solution:

[0021] An automatic flow control device for material conveying includes a first storage tank 1. A discharge pipe 2 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first storage tank 1. The discharge pipe 2 is made of 304 stainless steel with a polished inner wall to reduce material residue and corrosion risk. The bottom of the first storage tank 1 is designed with a conical structure to facilitate concentrated material discharge. By setting a sealed connection between the first storage tank 1 and the discharge pipe 2 and the conical bottom design, the device achieves the effect of preventing material accumulation and improving discharge efficiency. At the same time, the stainless steel material ensures the corrosion resistance and service life of the pipeline. One end of the discharge pipe 2 is fixedly connected to a first conveying pipe 3. One end of the first conveying pipe 3 is fixedly connected to a transfer tank 4. The bottom end of the transfer tank 4 is fixedly connected to a second conveying pipe 5. One end of the second conveying pipe 5 is fixedly connected to a second storage tank 6. The top of the second storage tank 6 is fixedly connected to a first level gauge 7. A first solenoid valve 8 (model: ASCO 8320G) is conductively connected to the outer wall of the second conveying pipe 5. The first solenoid valve 8 is connected to a first conveying pump 9 (model: Grundfos). The CR10-6 pump body adopts magnetic drive technology to achieve leak-free operation. The second transfer pump 11 (model: Wilo MVIE 25 / 1-7) is connected in parallel to the first transfer pipe 3 as a backup pump to improve system redundancy. By setting up an ASCO solenoid valve and a Grundfos magnetic pump, precise start-up and shutdown and zero-leakage delivery are achieved. The backup pump design ensures the stability of continuous production and avoids downtime due to single pump failure.

[0022] Furthermore, a first conveying pump 9 is connected to the second conveying pipe 5. Through the coordinated use of the first storage tank 1, discharge pipe 2, first conveying pipe 3, transfer tank 4, second conveying pipe 5, second storage tank 6, first level gauge 7, first solenoid valve 8, and first conveying pump 9, when the first level gauge 7 detects that the liquid level inside the second storage tank 6 is lower than a preset value, the first solenoid valve 8 opens, and the first conveying pump 9 pumps the material from the transfer tank 4 into the second storage tank 6. When the liquid level reaches the preset value, the first solenoid valve 8 closes, and the first conveying pump 9 stops working. This achieves fully automatic control, replacing manual operation, saving labor costs per pipeline, and improving the reliability, economy, and automation level of the device. The first level gauge 7 (model: VEGAVegaflex) 86) The system monitors the liquid level of the second storage tank 6 in real time. When the liquid level is lower than the preset value, the first solenoid valve 8 is triggered to open and the first delivery pump 9 is started. After the liquid level reaches the upper limit, the system automatically closes the valve and stops the pump. By setting the VEGA level gauge and the automatic control logic, the system achieves the effect of unattended operation and fully automatic material replenishment, which significantly reduces the need for manual intervention and the risk of operational errors.

[0023] The outer wall of the first conveying pipe 3 is covered with a heat insulation pad, and the first conveying pipe 3 is connected to a second solenoid valve 10. The outer wall of the first conveying pipe 3 is covered with an aluminum silicate fiber heat insulation pad (thickness 20mm, thermal conductivity ≤0.035W / m·K) and fixed by clamps. The second solenoid valve 10 is a DN50 electric butterfly valve (model: VFD50-15P), which supports rapid opening and closing and remote control. By setting the aluminum silicate fiber heat insulation pad and the DN50 electric butterfly valve, the heat loss is reduced and the material temperature is kept stable. At the same time, the high response speed of the electric butterfly valve ensures the accuracy of flow regulation.

[0024] It also includes a second conveying pump 11, which is conductively connected to the outer wall of the first conveying pipe 3;

[0025] A second level gauge 12 is installed on the top of the transfer tank 4. The bottom of the second level gauge 12 is located inside the transfer tank 4. The second level gauge 12 is a radar level gauge 12 (model: E+H FMR250) with a measurement accuracy of ±1mm. The inner cylinder 16 is made of 316L stainless steel.

[0026] The second storage tank 6 is fixedly connected to a feed pipe 13 at one end. A third conveying pump 14 is installed on the feed pipe 13, and a feeding pipe 15 is fixedly connected to one end of the third conveying pump 14. The third conveying pump 14 is a screw pump (model: Seepex BN 25-12) equipped with a frequency converter and supports stepless flow adjustment. A drip-proof connector (material: PTFE) is installed at the end of the feeding pipe 15 to prevent material dripping and environmental pollution. By setting up a screw pump and frequency converter control, the system achieves the effect of adapting to the conveying of high-viscosity materials and energy-saving operation. The PTFE drip-proof connector further improves the environmental friendliness and safety of the system.

[0027] The transfer tank 4 has an inner cylinder 16 inside, and a receiving cavity 17 is reserved between the inner cylinder 16 and the transfer tank 4. The heat transfer oil filled in the receiving cavity 17 adjusts the power of the heating wire 18 through the PID temperature control module (accuracy ±0.5℃) to ensure that the material temperature is stable within the set range (e.g., 50℃±2℃). The outer wall of the inner cylinder 16 is welded with spiral guide vanes to enhance the circulation efficiency of the heat transfer oil. By setting PID temperature control and spiral guide vanes, the effect of precise temperature control and efficient heat transfer is achieved, avoiding changes in the properties of the material due to temperature fluctuations (e.g., solidification or decomposition). It is suitable for conveying temperature-sensitive materials such as food and chemicals.

[0028] The cavity 17 is equipped with a heat-conducting medium, and a heating wire 18 is fixedly connected inside the cavity 17. The heat-conducting medium is high-temperature heat-conducting oil (flash point ≥280℃), and the heating wire 18 is a nickel-chromium alloy heating wire 18 (power 3kW). By setting up a radar level gauge and an inner cylinder-heat-conducting oil heating system, high-precision level monitoring and uniform heating are achieved. The 316L stainless steel inner cylinder has strong corrosion resistance, and the circulating heating of the heat-conducting oil avoids local overheating or coking of the material.

[0029] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automatic flow control device for material conveying, comprising a first storage tank (1), characterized in that: A discharge pipe (2) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first storage tank (1). One end of the discharge pipe (2) is fixedly connected to a first conveying pipe (3). One end of the first conveying pipe (3) is fixedly connected to a transfer tank (4). The bottom end of the transfer tank (4) is fixedly connected to a second conveying pipe (5). One end of the second conveying pipe (5) is fixedly connected to a second storage tank (6). The top of the second storage tank (6) is fixedly connected to a first level gauge (7). A first solenoid valve (8) is conductively connected to the outer wall of the second conveying pipe (5), and a first delivery pump (9) is conductively connected to the second conveying pipe (5).

2. The automatic flow regulating device for material conveying according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the first conveying pipe (3) is covered with a heat insulation pad, and the first conveying pipe (3) is connected to a second solenoid valve (10).

3. The automatic flow regulating device for material conveying according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a second delivery pump (11), which is connected to the outer wall of the first delivery pipe (3).

4. The automatic flow regulating device for material conveying according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the transfer tank (4) is provided with a second level gauge (12), and the bottom of the second level gauge (12) is located inside the transfer tank (4).

5. The automatic flow regulating device for material conveying according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the second storage tank (6) is fixedly connected to a feeding pipe (13), and a third conveying pump (14) is provided on the feeding pipe (13). One end of the third conveying pump (14) is fixedly connected to a feeding pipe (15).

6. The automatic flow regulating device for material conveying according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer tank (4) is provided with an inner cylinder (16), and a receiving cavity (17) is reserved between the inner cylinder (16) and the transfer tank (4).

7. An automatic flow regulating device for material conveying according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cavity (17) is provided with a heat-conducting medium, and a heating wire (18) is fixedly connected inside the cavity (17).