Working platform for methanol storage cabin

By designing a work platform for methanol storage compartments, and utilizing a lifting platform and hydraulic drive system to adjust the height and position of the operating platform, the problem of scaffolding erection affecting efficiency in methanol fuel tanks was solved, work efficiency was improved, and safety hazards were eliminated.

CN224091580UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-07舟山亚泰船舶修造工程有限公司
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-19
Publication Date
2026-04-07

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Abstract

A working platform for a methanol storage cabin comprises a methanol storage cabin arranged below a deck, a cabin opening is formed in the center of the top of the methanol storage cabin, a lifting table is installed at the cabin opening in a lifting mode, and the upper portion of the lifting table is connected with a pushing hydraulic cylinder. The side, facing the rotating shaft, of the operation table is connected with a side pushing hydraulic cylinder, and a surrounding plate is arranged on the edge of the operation table. According to the structure, the height and the horizontal position of the operation table can be freely adjusted, an operator can work at any position in the methanol storage cabin by standing on the operation table, a scaffold does not need to be built in the methanol storage cabin, and the working efficiency is effectively improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a working platform for a methanol storage chamber. Background Technology

[0002] With increasing environmental awareness, various low-carbon or zero-carbon fuels such as methanol, ammonia, hydrogen, and biofuels are favored by the shipping industry as alternative energy sources to reduce carbon emissions from ships. Methanol fuel is rapidly developing into the most feasible, least emitting, and lowest-cost alternative for marine fuels. Methanol can reduce the emission of most harmful gases, achieving zero carbon emissions for ships. Ammonia fuel is composed only of nitrogen and hydrogen atoms and does not produce harmful gases containing carbon or sulfur when burned as marine fuel, making it a preferred choice for marine fuels as well. However, due to the large volume of methanol fuel tanks, workers need to erect large scaffolding to facilitate pipeline installation inside the tanks, and dismantle it after installation, which greatly affects work efficiency and poses safety hazards. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings mentioned above, this utility model provides a working platform for methanol storage chambers.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a working platform for a methanol storage compartment, including a methanol storage compartment located below the deck. A hatch is provided at the center of the top of the methanol storage compartment, and a lifting platform is installed at the hatch. A push hydraulic cylinder is connected to the upper part of the lifting platform, and a rotating shaft is vertically installed at the lower part of the lifting platform and driven to rotate by a motor. A guide plate is radially installed at the lower end of the rotating shaft, and an operating table is slidably installed on the guide plate via a guide rail. A side push hydraulic cylinder is connected to the side of the operating table facing the rotating shaft, and a surrounding plate is provided at the edge of the operating table.

[0005] As a further improvement of this utility model, the upper part of the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the lifting platform through a bearing seat.

[0006] As a further improvement of this utility model, the central part of the rotating shaft is connected to the motor through a gear transmission mechanism, and the motor is installed at the bottom of the lifting platform.

[0007] As a further improvement of this utility model, the jacking hydraulic cylinder is mounted on the upper fixed plate, the upper fixed plate is located above the deck through a support seat, the upper part of the support seat is fixed to the upper fixed plate, and the lower part of the support seat is placed on the deck.

[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model, a guide rod is provided between the upper fixed plate and the lifting platform. The lower end of the guide rod is fixed to the lifting platform, and the upper part of the guide rod is in sliding fit with the upper fixed plate.

[0009] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0010] The height and horizontal position of the operating platform in this structure can be freely adjusted, allowing operators to work from any position inside the methanol storage tank while standing on the platform, eliminating the need for scaffolding inside the methanol storage tank and effectively improving work efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is a front view of a working platform for a methanol storage compartment according to the present invention.

[0012] Figure 2 This is a top view of control panel 1.

[0013] In the diagram: 1. Control panel; 11. Enclosure; 12. Guide rail; 13. Guide plate; 14. Side thrust hydraulic cylinder; 2. Rotary shaft; 21. Bearing seat; 22. Gear transmission mechanism; 23. Motor; 3. Lifting platform; 4. Top thrust hydraulic cylinder; 5. Guide rod; 6. Support seat; 7. Upper fixed plate; 8. Deck; 9. Methanol storage tank; 91. Hatch. Detailed Implementation

[0014] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the present invention discloses a working platform for a methanol storage compartment, comprising a methanol storage compartment 9 located below a deck 8. A hatch 91 is located at the center of the top of the methanol storage compartment 9. A lifting platform 3 is installed at the hatch 91 in a lifting manner. A hydraulic cylinder 4 is connected to the upper part of the lifting platform 3. A rotating shaft 2 is vertically installed at the lower part of the lifting platform 3 and is driven to rotate by a motor 23. The upper part of the rotating shaft 2 is rotatably connected to the lifting platform 3 via a bearing seat 21. The middle part of the rotating shaft 2 is connected to the motor 23 via a gear transmission mechanism 22. The motor 23 is installed at the bottom of the lifting platform 3. The lower end of the rotating shaft 2 has a diameter... The operating platform 1 is slidably mounted on the guide plate 13 via the guide rail 12. The side of the operating platform 1 facing the rotating shaft 2 is connected to the side push hydraulic cylinder 14. The top push hydraulic cylinder 4 is mounted on the upper fixed plate 7. The upper fixed plate 7 is located above the deck 8 via the support seat 6. The upper part of the support seat 6 is fixed to the upper fixed plate 7, and the lower part of the support seat 6 is placed on the deck 8. A guide rod 5 is provided between the upper fixed plate 7 and the lifting platform 3. The lower end of the guide rod 5 is fixed to the lifting platform 3, and the upper part of the guide rod 5 forms a sliding fit with the upper fixed plate 7. A surrounding plate 11 is provided at the edge of the operating platform 1.

[0015] The height and horizontal position of the operating platform in this structure can be freely adjusted, allowing operators to work from any position inside the methanol storage tank while standing on the platform, eliminating the need for scaffolding inside the methanol storage tank and effectively improving work efficiency.

[0016] In practical use, for ease of understanding of this utility model, it will be described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings;

[0017] In this embodiment, the work platform, after installation, forms an integral structure. The entire device can be hoisted by a crane and placed on the deck above the methanol storage tank. It is mainly supported by a support base, and the position of the lifting platform corresponds to the hatch position of the methanol storage tank. During operation, the operator enters the operating platform and uses the push hydraulic cylinder to control the overall descent of the lifting platform. The operating platform enters the methanol storage tank through the hatch until it reaches the designated height. Then, the radial position of the operating platform can be adjusted by the side push hydraulic cylinder. The motor can drive the rotating shaft and the operating platform to rotate synchronously through the gear transmission mechanism, thereby realizing the all-round position adjustment of the operating platform. The operator can work from any position inside the methanol storage tank while standing on the operating platform.

[0018] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A working platform for a methanol storage compartment, characterized in that: The system includes a methanol storage tank (9) located below the deck (8). The methanol storage tank (9) has a hatch (91) at the center of its top. A lifting platform (3) is installed at the hatch (91). A push hydraulic cylinder (4) is connected to the upper part of the lifting platform (3). A rotating shaft (2) is vertically installed at the lower part of the lifting platform (3) and driven to rotate by a motor (23). A guide plate (13) is radially installed at the lower end of the rotating shaft (2). An operating table (1) is slidably installed on the guide plate (13) via a guide rail (12). A side push hydraulic cylinder (14) is connected to the side of the operating table (1) facing the rotating shaft (2). A surrounding plate (11) is provided at the edge of the operating table (1).

2. A working platform for a methanol storage compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper part of the rotating shaft (2) is rotatably connected to the lifting platform (3) through the bearing seat (21).

3. A working platform for a methanol storage compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating shaft (2) is connected to the motor (23) in the middle via a gear transmission mechanism (22), and the motor (23) is installed at the bottom of the lifting platform (3).

4. A working platform for a methanol storage compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The jacking hydraulic cylinder (4) is mounted on the upper fixed plate (7). The upper fixed plate (7) is located above the deck (8) via a support seat (6). The upper part of the support seat (6) is fixed to the upper fixed plate (7), and the lower part of the support seat (6) is placed on the deck (8).

5. A working platform for a methanol storage compartment according to claim 4, characterized in that: A guide rod (5) is provided between the upper fixed plate (7) and the lifting platform (3). The lower end of the guide rod (5) is fixed to the lifting platform (3), and the upper part of the guide rod (5) is in sliding fit with the upper fixed plate (7).