Reducing sieve plate type carbonization tower for preparing sodium carbonate

By designing a variable-diameter sieve plate carbonization tower and dynamically adjusting the sieve plate pores using regulating and driving components, the problem of insufficient gas-liquid contact caused by fixed pores in traditional carbonization towers is solved, thereby improving reaction efficiency and soda ash quality.

CN224127302UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17周树华
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
周树华
Filing Date
2025-04-28
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

Traditional carbonization towers have fixed sieve plate pore sizes, making it difficult to optimize them according to different reaction stages and operating conditions. This results in insufficient gas-liquid contact and affects reaction efficiency.

Method used

A variable-diameter sieve plate carbonization tower is designed. By cooperating with the adjustment and drive components, the sieve plate pore size is dynamically adjusted to ensure sufficient gas-liquid mass transfer. This includes the coordinated use of a fixed component, an adjustment component, and a drive component, and automatic adjustment is achieved using a pressure differential sensor and a controller.

Benefits of technology

It improves the completeness and uniformity of gas-liquid reaction, enhances the purity and quality of soda ash products, and meets the increasingly stringent quality requirements of the market for soda ash.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a reducing sieve plate type carbonizer for sodium carbonate preparation, which comprises a base, a sieve plate and a reducing carbonizer body, the base is mounted above the reducing carbonizer body, the sieve plate is clamped on the inner wall of the reducing carbonizer body, a plurality of holes are formed in the surface of the sieve plate, and the sieve plate is connected with the reducing carbonizer body. According to the variable-diameter carbonization tower disclosed by the utility model, the pore size of the variable-diameter sieve plate can be adjusted according to different reaction stages and working conditions through the matching of the adjusting assembly and the driving assembly, so that the gas-liquid mass transfer is more sufficient, and the gas-liquid mass transfer efficiency is improved. And the gas-liquid mass transfer process is optimized, so that the reaction is more sufficient and more uniform, the purity and the quality of a sodium carbonate product are favorably improved, and the increasingly stringent quality requirement of the market on sodium carbonate is met.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of variable diameter sieve plate carbonization tower for soda ash preparation, specifically a variable diameter sieve plate carbonization tower for soda ash preparation. Background Technology

[0002] In the soda ash production process, the variable diameter sieve plate carbonization tower is the core reaction equipment, and its performance plays a decisive role in the overall production. Currently, with the continuous expansion of the soda ash industry and the increasingly stringent market requirements for soda ash quality, the soda ash production process is intensifying.

[0003] Traditional carbonation towers have fixed sieve plate pore sizes, making it difficult to optimize them according to different reaction stages and operating conditions. When the reaction progresses to a certain extent, the gas-liquid mass transfer changes, and sieve plates with fixed pore sizes may lead to insufficient gas-liquid contact, affecting reaction efficiency. Therefore, we need to propose a variable diameter sieve plate carbonation tower for soda ash preparation. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a variable diameter sieve plate carbonation tower for soda ash preparation, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a variable diameter sieve plate carbonization tower for soda ash preparation, comprising a base, a sieve plate and a variable diameter carbonization tower body, wherein the base is installed above the variable diameter carbonization tower body, the sieve plate is snapped onto the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body, and the surface of the sieve plate is provided with a plurality of holes.

[0006] A fixing component for fixing the sieve plate is installed on one side of the sieve plate, and one end of the fixing component is connected to the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body.

[0007] The variable diameter carbonization tower body is equipped with an adjustment component for adjusting the holes of the sieve plate, and the adjustment component is located below the sieve plate.

[0008] The variable diameter carbonization tower body is equipped with a drive component for providing power to the adjustment component. One end of the drive component extends to the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body, and one end of the adjustment component is connected to one end of the drive component.

[0009] Preferably, the fixing component includes a support base, a positioning pin, a spring, and an operating rod. The support base is L-shaped and is symmetrically installed on the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body. The positioning pin is set on the bottom surface of the support base. The bottom of the sieve plate has a groove, and the positioning pin is adapted to the groove. Movable plates are symmetrically installed on both sides of the positioning pin, and one side of each movable plate is in contact with one side of the positioning pin.

[0010] Preferably, the spring is installed on the side of the moving plate away from the positioning pin, and side plates are symmetrically installed on the side of the moving plate away from the positioning pin. One end of each operating rod is installed on the rear end of the side plate. A square groove is opened inside the support base. The operating rod is vertically installed inside the square groove, and one end extends to the surface of the support base. A sealing strip is installed on the surface of the square groove.

[0011] Preferably, the adjusting assembly includes an adjusting rod, a horizontal plate, and a vertical plate. The adjusting rod is shaped as a cone at the top and a cylindrical part with a hole at the bottom. The adjusting rod is installed on the top of the horizontal plate, and the installation of the adjusting rod corresponds to the bottom of the hole. The top of the vertical plate is installed on the bottom of the horizontal plate, and the bottom of the vertical plate is connected to the driving assembly.

[0012] Preferably, the drive assembly includes an electric push rod and a fixing plate. The electric push rod is symmetrically installed on the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body through the fixing plate, and the piston rod of the electric push rod is movably connected to the bottom of the vertical plate.

[0013] Preferably, the variable diameter carbonization tower body includes a middle tower body and a top tower body, and the sieve plates are all installed inside the middle tower body and the top tower body.

[0014] Preferably, a controller is installed on the top of the top tower body, and pressure differential sensors are installed on both the upper and lower surfaces of the sieve plate. The controller is electrically connected to the pressure differential sensors. The base is hollow inside, and an air inlet pipe is installed on one side of the base. One end of the air inlet pipe is connected to the base. A liquid inlet pipe is installed on one side of the top tower body, and one end of the liquid inlet pipe is connected to the top tower body.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] This invention, through the cooperation of the adjustment component and the drive component, allows the variable diameter sieve plate to adjust the pore size according to different reaction stages and operating conditions, making gas-liquid mass transfer more complete, avoiding blockage, and thus improving the overall reaction efficiency. By optimizing the gas-liquid mass transfer process, the reaction is made more complete and uniform, which helps to improve the purity and quality of soda ash products and meet the increasingly stringent quality requirements of the market for soda ash. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the variable diameter carbonization tower body of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the variable diameter carbonization tower body of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the adjustment component structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the sieve plate of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 Enlarged view of a portion of area A in the middle;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the fixing component structure of this utility model.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Sieve plate; 3. Variable diameter carbonization tower body; 4. Hole; 5. Support base; 6. Positioning pin; 7. Spring; 8. Operating rod; 9. Groove; 10. Square slot; 11. Moving plate; 12. Side plate; 13. Adjusting rod; 14. Horizontal plate; 15. Vertical plate; 16. Electric push rod; 17. Fixing plate; 18. Middle tower body; 19. Top tower body; 20. Controller; 21. Differential pressure sensor; 22. Air inlet pipe; 23. Liquid inlet pipe; 24. Sealing strip. Detailed Implementation

[0025] 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.

[0026] Please see Figures 1-7 This utility model provides a technical solution: a variable diameter sieve plate carbonization tower for soda ash preparation, including a base 1, a sieve plate 2, and a variable diameter carbonization tower body 3. The base 1 is installed above the variable diameter carbonization tower body 3, and the sieve plate 2 is snapped into the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body 3. The surface of the sieve plate 2 is provided with several holes 4. The base 1 provides a supporting foundation for the entire variable diameter carbonization tower, ensuring stable placement of the equipment. As a gas inlet channel, it guides external gas into the interior of the carbonization tower to participate in the reaction. The sieve plate 2 constructs a gas-liquid reaction zone inside the carbonization tower. Gas rises through the holes 4 on the surface to form bubbles, which fully contact the liquid on the sieve plate 2, promoting gas-liquid mass transfer and reaction. It separates the internal space of the carbonization tower, allowing the gas and liquid to form specific flow paths between different sieve plates 2, thus extending the reaction time. After the gas enters the tower from the base 1, it flows in the middle tower body 18 and the top tower body 19 with different diameters, and reacts with the liquid entering from the liquid inlet pipe 23 of the top tower body 19 at the sieve plate 2. The variable diameter structure changes the flow state of the gas and liquid, promoting a more complete reaction.

[0027] A fixing assembly for securing the sieve plate 2 is installed on one side. One end of the fixing assembly is connected to the inner wall of the variable-diameter carbonization tower body 3. The fixing assembly includes a support base 5, a positioning pin 6, a spring 7, and an operating rod 8. The support base 5 is L-shaped and is symmetrically installed on the inner wall of the variable-diameter carbonization tower body 3. The horizontal part of the L-shaped structure of the support base 5 bears the weight of the sieve plate 2, while the vertical part enhances the stability of the connection with the tower wall, ensuring that the sieve plate 2 will not be displaced due to the impact of gas and liquid during the operation of the carbonization tower. The positioning pin 6 is located on the support base. On the bottom surface of 5, a groove 9 is provided on the bottom of the screen plate 2. The positioning pin 6 is adapted to the groove 9 and is used to initially position the screen plate 2. A movable plate 11 is symmetrically installed on both sides of the positioning pin 6, with one side of each movable plate 11 fitting against one side of the positioning pin 6. A spring 7 is installed on the side of the movable plate 11 away from the positioning pin 6. When the operating lever 8 pushes the side plate 12 and the movable plate 11, the spring 7 is compressed, storing elastic potential energy. When the external force is removed, the spring 7 releases the elastic potential energy, pushing the movable plate 11 and the positioning pin 6 back to their original positions, allowing the positioning pin 6 to re-insert into the groove of the screen plate 2. The groove 9 serves to automatically lock the screen plate 2, ensuring the screen plate 2 is securely installed. Side plates 12 are symmetrically installed on the side of the moving plate 11 away from the positioning pin 6. One end of each operating rod 8 is installed at the rear end of the side plate 12. A square groove 10 is provided inside the support base 5. The operating rod 8 is vertically installed inside the square groove 10, with one end extending to the surface of the support base 5. A sealing strip 24 is installed on the surface of the square groove 10, tightly fitting against the surface of the square groove 10 to form a sealing structure surrounding the operating rod 8. The operating rod 8 is positioned within the sealing strip 24. The internal space enclosed by 4 has a certain amount of room for movement, allowing for limited swaying in the left and right directions. It also provides dust protection. When the screen plate 2 needs to be installed, the operating lever 8 pulls the side plate 12 outward, causing the moving plate 11 to compress the spring 7, which in turn causes the positioning pin 6 to retract to both sides. At this time, the screen plate 2 can be placed on the support base 5. The operating lever 8 is released, and the spring 7 rebounds and pushes the moving plate 11, causing the positioning pin 6 to insert into the groove 9 of the screen plate 2 to complete the fixation. The square groove 10 provides a moving track for the operating lever 8, ensuring that the operating lever 8 can stably pull the side plate 12.

[0028] The variable-diameter carbonization tower body 3 is internally equipped with an adjustment assembly for adjusting the holes 4 of the sieve plate 2. The adjustment assembly is located below the sieve plate 2 and connected at one end. The assembly includes an adjustment rod 13, a horizontal plate 14, and a vertical plate 15. The adjustment rod 13 is conical at the top and cylindrical at the bottom, corresponding to the holes 4. The fit between the cylindrical part and the holes 4 enhances the stability of the adjustment rod 13 within the holes 4. Under the impact of gas-liquid flow, the tight fit between the cylindrical part and the holes 4 reduces the shaking and offset of the adjustment rod 13, improving the reliability and accuracy of the adjustment. The adjustment rod 13 is installed on the top of the horizontal plate 14, which ensures the relative position stability of multiple adjustment rods 13. The installation of the adjustment rods 13 corresponds to the bottom of the holes 4. The top of the vertical plate 15 is installed at the bottom of the horizontal plate 14. The top of plate 15 is connected to the horizontal plate 14, and the bottom is connected to the drive assembly. The power of the drive assembly is transmitted to the horizontal plate 14 through the vertical plate 15, which in turn drives the adjusting rod 13 to move up and down. The connection structure between the horizontal plate 14 and the vertical plate 15 ensures the smooth transmission of force and ensures that the adjusting rod 13 can move accurately according to the instructions of the drive assembly, so as to achieve precise adjustment of the size of the holes 4 in the sieve plate 2. The bottom of the vertical plate 15 is connected to the drive assembly. When the drive assembly drives the horizontal plate 14 to move up and down, the adjusting rod 13 moves accordingly. When the adjusting rod 13 moves upward, the conical part enters the hole 4, gradually reducing the effective flow area of ​​the hole 4 and limiting the gas flow. When the adjusting rod 13 moves downward, the effective flow area of ​​the hole 4 increases, increasing the gas flow, thereby achieving the adjustment of the hole size of the sieve plate 2 to adapt to different reaction conditions.

[0029] The variable-diameter carbonization tower body 3 is internally equipped with a drive assembly for providing power to the adjustment component. One end of the drive assembly extends to the inner wall of the variable-diameter carbonization tower body 3, and one end of the adjustment component is connected to one end of the drive assembly. The drive assembly includes an electric push rod 16 and a fixing plate 17. The electric push rod 16 is symmetrically mounted on the inner wall of the variable-diameter carbonization tower body 3 via the fixing plate 17. The fixing plate 17 is used to fix the electric push rod 16 to the inner wall of the variable-diameter carbonization tower body 3. The piston rods of the electric push rods 16 are movably connected to the bottom of the vertical plate 15. The electric push rods 16 are connected to the vertical plate 15 via the fixing plate 17. Fixed plates 17 are symmetrically installed on the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body 3. When the electric push rod 16 receives the control signal from the controller 20, its internal motor runs, and the motor drives the lead screw to rotate. The lead screw and nut cooperate to convert the rotational motion into linear motion, causing the piston rod to extend or retract. The piston rod is movably connected to the bottom of the vertical plate 15, thereby driving the vertical plate 15, the horizontal plate 14 and the adjusting rod 13 to move up and down, thereby adjusting the size of the holes 4 of the sieve plate 2. The electric push rod 16 can precisely control the stroke and speed to meet the high precision requirements for adjusting the hole size of the sieve plate 2.

[0030] The variable diameter carbonization tower body 3 includes a middle tower body 18 and a top tower body 19. The sieve plates 2 are installed inside the middle tower body 18 and the top tower body 19. After the gas enters the middle tower body 18 from the base 1, the gas flow rate and pressure distribution change with the change of the tower body diameter. When the tower body diameter increases, the gas flow rate decreases, which is conducive to more complete contact and reaction between the gas and the liquid. When the tower body diameter decreases, the gas flow rate increases, which promotes more uniform gas-liquid mixing.

[0031] A controller 20 is installed on the top of the top tower body 19. Pressure differential sensors 21 are installed on both the upper and lower surfaces of the sieve plates 2. The controller 20 is electrically connected to the pressure differential sensors 21. The pressure differential sensors 21 are installed on the upper and lower surfaces of each sieve plate 2. The sensitive elements inside the sensors can sense the pressure changes on both sides of the sieve plate 2 and convert the pressure signal into an electrical signal. The base 1 is hollow. An air inlet pipe 22 is installed on one side of the base 1. One end of the air inlet pipe 22 is connected to the base 1, and the other end is connected to an external gas source. Under the pressure of the external gas source, gas flows into the base 1 through the air inlet pipe 22. A liquid inlet pipe 23 is installed on one side of the top tower body 19. One end of the liquid inlet pipe 23 is connected to the top tower body 19, and the other end is connected to an external liquid conveying device. Liquid is then pumped or conveyed by gravity. Under the action of the controller, the liquid participating in the carbonization reaction flows into the top tower body 19 through the liquid inlet pipe 23. The controller 20 receives the pressure difference data of the upper and lower surfaces of the sieve plate 2 collected by the pressure difference sensor 21 in real time. The controller 20 has a preset pressure difference range and control algorithm stored in its internal storage. When the received pressure difference data exceeds the set range, the controller 20 calculates the stroke and direction that the electric push rod 16 needs to be adjusted according to the control algorithm and sends the corresponding control signal to the electric push rod 16. When the pressure difference is too large, it means that the hole 4 of the sieve plate 2 may be too large and the gas flow rate is too fast. The controller 20 controls the electric push rod 16 to push the adjusting rod 13 to move upward and reduce the size of the hole 4. Conversely, when the pressure difference is too small, the controller controls the electric push rod 16 to pull the adjusting rod 13 to move downward and increase the size of the hole 4. This realizes the automatic adjustment of the hole size of the sieve plate 2 and maintains a stable gas-liquid reaction environment in the carbonization tower.

[0032] 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. A variable-diameter sieve-plate carbonization tower for soda production, comprising a base (1), a sieve plate (2), and a variable-diameter carbonization tower body (3), characterized in that: The base (1) is installed above the variable diameter carbonization tower body (3), the sieve plate (2) is snapped into the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body (3), and the surface of the sieve plate (2) is provided with several holes (4). A fixing component for fixing the sieve plate (2) is installed on one side of the sieve plate (2), and one end of the fixing component is connected to the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body (3). The variable diameter carbonization tower body (3) is equipped with an adjustment component for adjusting the holes (4) of the sieve plate (2), and the adjustment component is located below the sieve plate (2); The variable diameter carbonization tower body (3) is equipped with a drive component for providing power to the adjustment component. One end of the drive component extends to the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body (3), and one end of the adjustment component is connected to one end of the drive component.

2. A variable diameter sieve tray carbonation column for soda production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing components include a support base (5), a positioning pin (6), a spring (7), and an operating rod (8). The support base (5) is L-shaped and is symmetrically installed on the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body (3). The positioning pin (6) is set on the bottom surface of the support base (5). The bottom of the sieve plate (2) is provided with a groove (9). The positioning pin (6) is adapted to the groove (9). Moving plates (11) are symmetrically installed on both sides of the positioning pin (6). One side of the moving plate (11) is in contact with one side of the positioning pin (6).

3. The variable-diameter sieve plate carbonation tower for soda ash preparation according to claim 2, characterized in that: The spring (7) is installed on the side of the moving plate (11) away from the positioning pin (6). Side plates (12) are symmetrically installed on the side of the moving plate (11) away from the positioning pin (6). One end of the operating rod (8) is installed on the rear end of the side plate (12). A square groove (10) is opened inside the support base (5). The operating rod (8) is vertically installed inside the square groove (10) and one end extends to the surface of the support base (5). A sealing strip (24) is installed on the surface of the square groove (10).

4. A variable diameter sieve tray carbonation column for soda production according to claim 3, characterized in that: The adjustment assembly includes an adjustment rod (13), a horizontal plate (14), and a vertical plate (15). The adjustment rod (13) is shaped as a cone at the top and a cylindrical part at the bottom that corresponds to the hole (4). The adjustment rod (13) is installed on the top of the horizontal plate (14), and the installation of the adjustment rod (13) corresponds to the bottom of the hole (4). The top of the vertical plate (15) is installed on the bottom of the horizontal plate (14), and the bottom of the vertical plate (15) is connected to the drive assembly.

5. A variable diameter sieve tray carbonation column for soda production according to claim 4, characterized in that: The drive assembly includes an electric push rod (16) and a fixed plate (17). The electric push rod (16) is symmetrically installed on the inner wall of the variable diameter carbonization tower body (3) through the fixed plate (17). The piston rods of the electric push rod (16) are movably connected to the bottom of the vertical plate (15).

6. A variable diameter sieve tray carbonation column for soda ash production according to claim 1 characterized in that: The variable diameter carbonization tower body (3) includes a middle tower body (18) and a top tower body (19), and the sieve plate (2) is installed inside the middle tower body (18) and the top tower body (19).

7. A variable diameter sieve tray carbonation column for soda ash production according to claim 6, characterized in that: A controller (20) is installed on the top of the top tower body (19). Pressure differential sensors (21) are installed on both the upper and lower surfaces of the sieve plate (2). The controller (20) is electrically connected to the pressure differential sensors (21). The base (1) is hollow inside. An air inlet pipe (22) is installed on one side of the base (1). One end of the air inlet pipe (22) is connected to the base (1). A liquid inlet pipe (23) is installed on one side of the top tower body (19). One end of the liquid inlet pipe (23) is connected to the top tower body (19).