Steel ladle car cover plate lifting appliance and storage device thereof

By improving the steel ladle cover lifting tool to a multi-rope design, the safety hazard caused by center of gravity shift during single-rope lifting was solved, thus improving the stability and safety of the lifting process.

CN224132515UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17PANGANG GRP XICHANG STEEL & VANADIUM CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
PANGANG GRP XICHANG STEEL & VANADIUM CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-09
Publication Date
2026-04-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In existing technologies, when using a single wire rope sling for hoisting steel ladle car covers, the car is prone to tilting due to a shift in the center of gravity, posing a safety hazard.

Method used

The lifting device has been improved to use multiple lifting ropes, which are connected by a top sling and a tail sling. The ropes are of uniform length, and D-type shackles and anti-loosening bolts are used to ensure a secure connection. The four lifting ropes are symmetrically distributed to distribute the load, and a length adjustment mechanism is provided to maintain uniform tension.

Benefits of technology

This effectively avoids tipping over due to center of gravity shift or inconsistent length, reduces safety hazards, improves the stability and safety of the hoisting process, and enhances the equipment's impact resistance and service life.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a buggy ladle cover plate lifting appliance and a storage device thereof, the buggy ladle cover plate lifting appliance comprises a top lantern ring, a top cover plate, a top cover plate, a top cover plate and a bottom cover plate, a connecting ring and a tail end lantern ring are formed at the two ends of each lifting rope respectively, the top lantern ring penetrates through the connecting ring of each lifting rope, the connecting ring of each lifting rope can slide relative to the top lantern ring, and the tail end lantern ring is arranged to be connected with a connecting structure of the buggy ladle cover plate. An existing lifting appliance with a single steel wire rope is optimized and transformed into a lifting appliance with a plurality of lifting ropes, the lengths of the lifting ropes are kept consistent in the lifting process, rollover caused by center-of-gravity shift is avoided, the problem of rollover caused by accumulated slag or inconsistent lengths on a cover plate of a steel ladle car is solved, and the service life of the lifting appliance is prolonged. And potential safety hazards existing in the hoisting working process are greatly reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mechanical tool technology, and in particular to a steel ladle car cover plate lifting tool and its storage device. Background Technology

[0002] Various hoisting operations occur within the steelmaking area. The process of overhauling the ladle car motor requires lifting the ladle car cover. Initially, the only tool used for hoisting the ladle car cover was a single wire rope sling. The cover was hooked diagonally and then lifted by a crane. However, due to prolonged use, the ladle car cover is prone to slag accumulation during the steel tapping process, causing a shift in the center of gravity and making it susceptible to tilting during hoisting, thus posing a safety hazard.

[0003] In view of this, the existing technology should be improved in order to solve the aforementioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide a lifting device for ladle car covers and its storage mechanism. It optimizes and transforms existing single-wire rope lifting devices into lifting devices with multiple ropes. During lifting, the ropes maintain consistent length, preventing tipping due to a shift in the center of gravity. This also avoids tipping problems caused by slag accumulation or inconsistent rope lengths on the ladle car cover, significantly reducing safety hazards during such lifting operations.

[0005] According to one aspect of this utility model, a ladle car cover lifting device is provided, comprising:

[0006] Top collar, designed for connection to hoisting equipment;

[0007] There are at least three lifting ropes, each with a connecting loop and a tail loop at both ends. The top loop passes through the connecting loop of each rope, and the connecting loop of each rope is slidable relative to the top loop. The tail loop is configured to connect with the steel ladle cover plate.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the end loop of each suspension rope is also provided with a D-type shackle, and the open side of the D-type shackle is provided with an anti-detachment bolt.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the number of suspension ropes is four.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the top collar is formed by connecting the ends of ropes together, and the diameter of each suspension rope and the rope forming the top collar is ≥16mm.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the top collar is formed by connecting the ends of ropes together, and the length of each suspension rope and the rope forming the top collar is 2.5~3m.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the top collar includes a rope and a first buckle connecting the first end and the last end of the rope.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the connecting ring is formed by folding back one end of the suspension rope and fixing it with a second lock; the tail end loop is formed by folding back the other end of the suspension rope and fixing it with a third lock.

[0014] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the inner wall of the tail end collar is provided with anti-slip texture.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a length adjustment mechanism is provided in the middle section of each suspension rope.

[0016] According to another aspect of the present invention, a steel ladle car cover plate lifting device is provided, which includes a storage bracket for storing the steel ladle car cover plate lifting device. The storage bracket includes a positioning groove that matches the shape of the steel ladle car cover plate lifting device, and the bottom of the storage bracket is provided with a moving roller with a self-locking function.

[0017] Compared with the existing technology, this utility model optimizes and transforms the existing single wire rope lifting device into a lifting device with multiple lifting ropes. During the lifting process, the length of multiple lifting ropes is kept consistent, and the overturning will not be caused by the shift of the center of gravity. It also avoids the overturning problem caused by slag accumulation on the steel ladle car cover or inconsistent lengths, and greatly reduces the safety hazards in this type of lifting work. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some implementation examples of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a steel ladle car cover lifting device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0020] In the diagram:

[0021] 1. Steel wire rope; 2. Crane hook; 3. Top swivel; 4. Tail swivel; 5. Steel ladle car cover plate; 6. Cover plate hook. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The following detailed description of the embodiments is used to exemplify the principles of the present invention, but should not be used to limit the scope of the present invention. The present invention can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

[0023] These embodiments are provided to make this disclosure thorough and complete, and to fully express the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of components and steps, material composition, numerical expressions, and values ​​set forth in these embodiments should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limiting.

[0024] It should be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0025] It should also be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model depending on the specific circumstances. When a specific device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, an intermediary device may or may not be present between the specific device and the first or second device.

[0026] All terms used in this invention have the same meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in general dictionaries should be interpreted as having meanings consistent with their meanings in the context of the relevant art, and not as idealized or highly formalized, unless expressly defined herein.

[0027] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and equipment should be considered part of the specification.

[0028] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model provides a lifting device for a ladle car cover plate 5, which includes a top collar 3, which is configured to be connected to a lifting device; at least three lifting ropes, each of which has a connecting ring and a tail collar 4 at both ends; the top collar 3 passes through the connecting ring of each lifting rope, and the connecting ring of each lifting rope is slidable relative to the top collar 3; the tail collar 4 is configured to be connected to the connecting structure of the ladle car cover plate 5.

[0029] Specifically, the connection between the hoisting equipment and the top collar 3 is the crane hook 2.

[0030] In the ladle car cover lifting device according to the embodiment of the present utility model, the existing single wire rope 1 lifting device is optimized and transformed into a lifting device with multiple lifting ropes. During the lifting process, the length of multiple lifting ropes is kept consistent, and the overturning will not be caused by the shift of the center of gravity. This avoids the overturning problem caused by slag accumulation on the ladle car cover 5 or inconsistent lengths, and greatly reduces the safety hazards in such lifting operations.

[0031] In some embodiments, the suspension rope is a steel wire rope 1 to ensure the stability of the connection.

[0032] In one specific embodiment, the end loop 4 of each hoisting rope is also provided with a D-type shackle, and the open side of the D-type shackle is provided with an anti-detachment bolt. The detachable D-type shackle structure simplifies the installation and disassembly process, facilitates quick replacement or maintenance of hook components, and the anti-detachment bolt design effectively prevents the shackle from accidentally loosening during vibration or load changes, avoiding equipment damage or safety hazards caused by connection failure, and ensuring production continuity.

[0033] When the connecting mechanism of the steel ladle car cover plate 5 is the cover plate hook 6, the cover plate hook 6 is directly hooked onto the tail end collar 4; when it is not hooked, that is, when there is no attachment point on the cover plate, the cover plate and the tail end collar 4 are connected by a D-type shackle.

[0034] Based on the above embodiments, the number of lifting ropes is four. The four ropes, symmetrically distributed, form a multi-point synergistic force-bearing structure, effectively dispersing load stress and avoiding the risk of breakage due to localized overload of a single or few ropes, significantly improving system safety and impact resistance. The four ropes are evenly distributed around the steel ladle car cover plate 5; this geometric symmetry optimizes the load transfer path, reduces sway and vibration during equipment operation, and enhances the accuracy and stability of the lifting or traction process.

[0035] Based on the above embodiments, the top collar 3 is formed by connecting ropes end to end, with each suspension rope and the rope forming the top collar 3 having a diameter ≥16mm. The large diameter design of the suspension rope significantly improves its tensile strength and shear resistance, ensuring stable stress resistance under heavy loads, frequent start-stop operations, or sudden impacts, reducing the risk of breakage due to localized stress concentration, and ensuring operational safety. Furthermore, the increased diameter of the top collar 3 optimizes its compatibility with the suspension rope, dispersing load pressure by increasing the contact area, reducing wear and deformation at the connection between the suspension rope and the top collar 3, and extending the service life of both.

[0036] In one specific embodiment, the top collar 3 is formed by connecting ropes end to end, with each lifting rope and the rope forming the top collar 3 having a length of 2.5 to 3 meters. This length range balances space utilization efficiency and operational flexibility, avoiding the risk of entanglement or spatial interference due to excessive length, while preventing excessive installation tension or overstretching under dynamic loads due to excessive length. This ensures that the lifting ropes maintain an appropriate margin during hoisting or traction to buffer impact loads and reduce stress concentration and fatigue damage. Preferably, the length of the lifting ropes and the top collar 3 is 3 meters.

[0037] In one specific embodiment, the inner wall of the tail collar 4 is provided with anti-slip texture. The anti-slip texture increases the friction coefficient of the contact surface, effectively suppressing the phenomenon of accidental slippage or loosening between the collar and the cover plate hook 6 caused by ladle car vibration, load fluctuation or thermal expansion, ensuring connection stability and reducing the risk of stress concentration caused by displacement.

[0038] In one specific embodiment, the top loop 3 includes a rope and a first buckle connecting the first and second ends of the rope. The connecting loop is formed by folding back one end of the suspension rope and securing it with a second buckle; the tail loop 4 is formed by folding back the other end of the suspension rope and securing it with a third buckle.

[0039] The first locking design simplifies the connection process between the lifting device and the ladle car cover, eliminating the need for complex knotting or welding. After the first and last ends are closed, the load is evenly distributed across the entire collar, avoiding stress concentration at a single point.

[0040] The second locking mechanism forms a closed loop after closing, preventing accidental disengagement during hoisting.

[0041] The third latch can be adjusted to quickly match loads of different shapes or weights.

[0042] In one specific embodiment, each hoisting rope is equipped with a length adjustment mechanism in the middle section, which includes a spiral buckle located in the middle section of the wire rope 1. The spiral buckle structure allows for precise fine-tuning of the length of the wire rope 1, ensuring uniform tension distribution of each rope during hoisting, avoiding uneven loading or local overload caused by length deviation, reducing the risk of abnormal wear and breakage of the wire rope 1, and adapting to different specifications of ladle car cover plates 5 or working space requirements, thus enhancing the equipment's versatility.

[0043] This application also proposes a storage device for a ladle car cover lifting device, which includes a storage bracket for storing the ladle car cover 5 lifting device. The storage bracket includes a positioning groove that matches the shape of the ladle car cover 5 lifting device, and the bottom of the storage bracket is equipped with self-locking casters. The positioning groove precisely matches the shape of the lifting device, ensuring a stable fit during storage and preventing the lifting device from sliding, tipping, or being damaged by collision. It also reduces the time required for manual alignment and improves storage efficiency. The self-locking casters at the bottom allow the bracket to be flexibly moved to a designated position and then locked with a single button, facilitating quick adjustments to the layout according to operational needs.

[0044] A specific application of this utility model is as follows: to check whether the ladle car cover plate lifting device is in good condition. After the inspection is completed, the top collar 3 is vertically hung into the crane hook 2, and the bottom tail collar 4 is hung into the cover plate hook 6. The wire rope 1 is kept under uniform force. If the ladle car cover plate 5 is a seamless structure, D-type shackles are installed in advance and the tail collar 4 is connected to the ladle car cover plate 5 through the D-type shackles.

[0045] This utility model has the following advantages: it optimizes and transforms the existing single wire rope lifting device into a lifting device with multiple lifting ropes, ensuring that the lengths of the multiple lifting ropes are consistent during the lifting process, preventing tipping due to center of gravity shift, and avoiding tipping problems caused by slag accumulation or inconsistent lengths on the ladle car cover plate 5, thus greatly reducing safety hazards in such lifting operations; since there are different types of ladle car cover plates 5, the tail end collar 4 of the lifting device can meet the usage requirements under different conditions.

[0046] Those skilled in the art should understand that, in the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components.

[0047] The discussion of any of the above embodiments is merely exemplary and is not intended to imply that the scope of the present invention (including the claims) is limited to these examples. Within the framework of the present invention, technical features of the above embodiments or different embodiments can also be combined, and many other variations of different aspects of the present invention exist, which are not provided in detail for the sake of brevity. Therefore, any omissions, modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A ladle cover plate lifter characterized by, include: A top collar, configured to connect to hoisting equipment; At least three suspension ropes, each with a connecting loop and a tail loop at both ends, the top loop passing through the connecting loop of each suspension rope, the connecting loop of each suspension rope being slidable relative to the top loop, and the tail loop being configured to connect to the connection structure of the ladle car cover.

2. The ladle cover lifter of claim 1, wherein The tail end loop of each of the ropes is also provided with a D-type shackle, and the open side of the D-type shackle is provided with an anti-detachment bolt.

3. The ladle cover lifter of claim 1, wherein, The number of suspension ropes is four.

4. The ladle cover lifter of claim 1, wherein The top loop is formed by connecting the ends of ropes together, and the diameter of each of the suspension ropes and the ropes forming the top loop is ≥16mm.

5. The ladle cover lifter of claim 1, wherein The top loop is formed by connecting ropes end to end, and the length of each suspension rope and the rope forming the top loop is 2.5~3m.

6. The ladle cover lifter of claim 1, wherein, The top loop includes a rope and a first buckle connecting the first end and the second end of the rope.

7. The ladle cover lifter of claim 1, wherein The connecting ring is formed by folding back one end of the suspension rope and securing it with a second buckle; the tail end loop is formed by folding back the other end of the suspension rope and securing it with a third buckle.

8. The ladle car cover lifting tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the tail end collar is provided with anti-slip texture.

9. The ladle cover lifter of claim 1, wherein, Each of the aforementioned ropes is equipped with a length adjustment mechanism in the middle section.

10. A ladle cover plate lifter stowage device characterized by, The device includes a storage bracket for storing the ladle car cover plate lifting device. The storage bracket includes a positioning groove that matches the shape of the ladle car cover plate lifting device, and the bottom of the storage bracket is provided with a moving roller with a self-locking function.