Rapid butt joint device for surface pipelines
By using the clamping and centering mechanism of the base and U-shaped frame, the problem of adapting pipe docking devices to different pipe diameters in the existing technology is solved, realizing fast and reliable pipe docking and improving docking efficiency and quality.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- FUJIAN SENMEI ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-17
AI Technical Summary
Existing surface pipeline connection devices are difficult to adapt to pipelines of different diameters, resulting in reduced practicality of the devices.
The device employs a quick-connection mechanism consisting of a base and a U-shaped frame. It utilizes a clamping and fixing mechanism and an alignment mechanism to achieve rapid clamping and accurate alignment of pipes of different diameters. The clamping and fixing mechanism uses a combination of sliders, sliding rods, connecting rods, and arc-shaped clamps, combined with elastic rope locking, to achieve reliable pipe locking. The alignment mechanism ensures the accuracy of pipe connection through an electric push rod and guide rod system.
The device has improved its adaptability and docking accuracy to pipes of different diameters, increased the efficiency and quality of pipe docking, and ensured the reliability and stability of pipe docking.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline docking technology, and in particular to a rapid docking device for surface pipelines. Background Technology
[0002] In the process of modern industrial development and urban infrastructure construction, surface pipelines are widely used in many fields such as oil transportation, natural gas transportation, and water supply and drainage projects. As various engineering projects continue to advance, the tasks of laying and maintaining surface pipelines are becoming increasingly arduous. Precise pipeline connection, as a crucial step, directly affects the sealing, stability, and service life of the entire pipeline. Therefore, efficient and reliable pipeline connection devices have become a focus of close attention throughout the industry.
[0003] Pipeline docking devices typically include a pipeline positioning mechanism, a clamping mechanism, an adjustment mechanism, and a welding connection mechanism. When the docking device is in operation, the pipeline positioning mechanism performs initial placement and positioning of the pipeline. Subsequently, the clamping mechanism firmly clamps the pipeline with its jaws. Next, the adjustment mechanism uses hydraulic or electric push rod components to make fine adjustments to the axial, radial position, and angle of the pipeline to ensure precise alignment of the pipe ends. Finally, the welding connection mechanism selects hot-melt welding or flange connection processes according to the pipeline material and actual engineering requirements to achieve a reliable connection between the pipelines.
[0004] In existing technologies, some pipe docking devices typically use clamps to fix the pipes in practical applications to complete the docking operation. However, many clamps have relatively simple designs and fixed specifications, which can only be adapted to pipes of specific diameters, reducing the practicality of the device. Therefore, a rapid docking device for surface pipes is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a quick docking device for surface pipelines, which aims to improve the problem that some existing devices have difficulty fixing pipelines of different diameters.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0007] A quick-connection device for surface pipelines includes a base and two U-shaped frames. The two U-shaped frames are equipped with clamping and fixing mechanisms inside, and the base is equipped with a centering mechanism inside.
[0008] The clamping and fixing mechanism includes a fixing block, which is externally fixedly connected to the inside of the U-shaped frame. A slider is slidably connected inside the U-shaped frame. The slider is externally slidably connected to the outer surface of the fixing block. Two sliding rods are slidably connected inside the slider. Sliding plates are fixedly connected to the outside of each of the two sliding rods. Connecting rods are rotatably connected to the outside of each of the two sliding plates. Both connecting rods are rotatably connected to the inside of the U-shaped frame. Arc-shaped clamping plates are rotatably connected to the outside of each of the two connecting rods. Locking components are provided at the top of each of the two arc-shaped clamping plates.
[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0010] The centering mechanism includes two connecting rods, the tops of which are fixedly connected to the bottoms of the two U-shaped frames respectively. A drive assembly is fixedly connected inside the base, and two long rods are rotatably connected to the outside of the drive assembly. The insides of the two long rods are rotatably connected to the outside of the connecting rods respectively.
[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0012] The locking assembly includes an elastic cord, the outer side of which is fixedly connected to the top of one of the arc-shaped clamps, and the top of the other arc-shaped clamp is fixedly connected to a limiting post. The outer inner side of the elastic cord is slidably connected to the outside of the limiting post.
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0014] The drive assembly includes a fixed base, the outside of which is fixedly connected to the inside of the base, and an electric push rod is fixedly connected inside the fixed base. The drive end of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to a U-shaped block, and the outside of the two long rods is rotatably connected to the inside of the U-shaped block.
[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0016] A fixing plate is fixedly connected to the top of the base, and a guide rod is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixing plate;
[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0018] Both of the U-shaped frames are fixedly connected to the outside of the connecting blocks, and the inside of both connecting blocks are slidably connected to the outside of the guide rod.
[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0020] The top of the two bases is provided with guide grooves, and the bottom of the bases is fixedly connected with multiple support columns;
[0021] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0022] The bottom of the U-shaped frame is fixedly connected to pulleys, and the bottom of the pulleys is slidably connected inside the guide groove.
[0023] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0024] 1. In this utility model, the pipe to be connected is placed in the U-shaped frame and the slider is pressed down. The slider moves downward and drives the sliding rod through the inclined groove. The sliding rod drives the sliding plate to move inside the fixed block. The sliding plate is driven by the connecting rod to make the two arc-shaped clamps move closer to each other and clamp the pipe. Finally, the tension of the elastic rope is used to lock the arc-shaped clamps, realizing the rapid clamping and reliable locking of the pipe. It can adapt to pipes of different diameters and improve the practicality of the device.
[0025] 2. In this utility model, the U-shaped block is moved by an electric push rod, which in turn moves the long rod. The long rod pushes the connecting rod, causing the two U-shaped frames to move under the guidance of the guide rod and guide groove, thus achieving accurate alignment of the pipeline. The operation is highly automated, and the movement of the U-shaped frame can be precisely controlled to ensure alignment accuracy. This improves the quality and efficiency of surface pipeline docking and provides a reliable guarantee for fast and accurate pipeline docking. Attached Figure Description
[0026] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the rapid docking device for surface pipelines proposed in this utility model;
[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the guide rod of the quick docking device for surface pipelines proposed in this utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;
[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the U-shaped block of the quick docking device for surface pipelines proposed in this utility model.
[0030] Legend:
[0031] 1. Base; 2. U-shaped frame; 3. Fixing block; 4. Slider; 5. Sliding rod; 6. Sliding plate; 7. Connecting rod; 8. Arc-shaped clamp; 9. Elastic rope; 10. Limiting post; 11. Connecting rod; 12. Long rod; 13. U-shaped block; 14. Fixing seat; 15. Electric push rod; 16. Connecting block; 17. Fixing plate; 18. Guide rod; 19. Pulley; 20. Guide groove; 21. Support column. Detailed Implementation
[0032] 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.
[0033] Reference Figures 1 to 3 The present invention provides an embodiment of a quick docking device for surface pipelines, comprising a base 1 and two U-shaped frames 2. The base 1 is the basic support structure of the entire docking device, the U-shaped frames 2 are used to install clamping and fixing mechanisms, the two U-shaped frames 2 are provided with clamping and fixing mechanisms inside, and the base 1 is provided with a centering mechanism inside.
[0034] The clamping and fixing mechanism includes a fixing block 3, which provides a sliding track for the slider 4. The fixing block 3 is externally fixedly connected to the inside of the U-shaped frame 2. The slider 4 is slidably connected inside the U-shaped frame 2. The slider 4 slides on the surface of the fixing block 3. The fixing block 3 can drive the sliding plate 6 to move via the slide rod 5. The slider 4 is externally slidably connected to the outer surface of the fixing block 3. Two slide rods 5 are slidably connected inside the slider 4. When the slider 4 moves downward, it can drive the slide rods 5 to move through the inclined groove. Sliding plates 6 are fixedly connected to the outside of the two slide rods 5 respectively. Under the drive of the slide rods 5, the sliding plates 6 can move on the fixing block 3. The internal movement is simultaneously converted into the rotation of the arc-shaped clamping plate 8 via the connecting rod 7, thereby achieving the clamping action of the pipe. The two sliding plates 6 are rotatably connected to the outside of the connecting rod 7. When the sliding plate 6 moves, the distance between the two arc-shaped clamping plates 8 is changed through the transmission of the connecting rod 7, so as to clamp and fix the pipe. The outside of the two connecting rods 7 is rotatably connected to the inside of the U-shaped frame 2. The outside of the two connecting rods 7 is rotatably connected to the arc-shaped clamping plate 8. Through the transmission of the connecting rod 7, the two arc-shaped clamping plates 8 can move closer to each other to achieve the clamping of the pipe. The top of the two arc-shaped clamping plates 8 is provided with a locking component.
[0035] The locking assembly includes an elastic cord 9, the tension generated by the elastic cord 9 can lock the pipe and prevent the arc-shaped clamp 8 from being accidentally released. The elastic cord 9 is externally fixedly connected to the top of one of the arc-shaped clamps 8, and the top of the other arc-shaped clamp 8 is fixedly connected to a limiting post 10. The limiting post 10 provides a limiting function for the elastic cord 9, and the outer inner side of the elastic cord 9 is slidably connected to the outside of the limiting post 10.
[0036] Reference Figure 4The centering mechanism includes two connecting rods 11, which transmit the driving force of the centering mechanism to the U-shaped frame 2, thereby enabling the movement of the U-shaped frame 2. The tops of the two connecting rods 11 are fixedly connected to the bottoms of the two U-shaped frames 2 respectively. A driving component is fixedly connected inside the base 1. Two long rods 12 are rotatably connected to the outside of the driving component. Under the drive of the driving component, the long rods 12 can realize the centering action between the two U-shaped frames 2. The insides of the two long rods 12 are rotatably connected to the outside of the connecting rods 11 respectively.
[0037] The drive assembly includes a fixed base 14, which provides a mounting base for the electric push rod 15 and ensures the stability of the electric push rod 15 during operation. The fixed base 14 is externally fixedly connected to the inside of the base 1, and the electric push rod 15 is fixedly connected inside the fixed base 14. The electric push rod 15 drives the U-shaped block 13 to move, which in turn drives the long rod 12 and the connecting rod 11 to realize the relative movement of the two U-shaped frames 2 and complete the alignment operation of the pipeline. The drive end of the electric push rod 15 is fixedly connected to the U-shaped block 13, which is used to drive the long rod 12 to move. The exterior of both long rods 12 is rotatably connected to the interior of the U-shaped block 13.
[0038] Reference Figure 1 A fixing plate 17 is fixedly connected to the top of the base 1. The fixing plate 17 provides mounting support for the guide rod 18, ensuring the positional accuracy and stability of the guide rod 18, thereby ensuring that the U-shaped frame 2 moves in the correct direction. The guide rod 18 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixing plate 17. The guide rod 18 provides a sliding track for the connecting block 16, allowing the U-shaped frame 2 to slide smoothly along the guide rod 18, playing a precise guiding role. Both U-shaped frames 2 are fixedly connected to the outside of the connecting block 16. The connecting block 16 has sliding holes machined inside to cooperate with the guide rod 18, allowing the U-shaped frame 2 to slide smoothly on the guide rod 18, ensuring that the U-shaped frame 2 moves smoothly during the movement. To ensure straightness and stability, the interiors of the two connecting blocks 16 are slidably connected to the exterior of the guide rod 18. The tops of the two bases 1 are provided with guide grooves 20, which ensure that the pulleys 19 can slide, reducing friction for the movement of the U-shaped frame 2. The bottom of the base 1 is fixedly connected with multiple support columns 21, which support the entire device and keep it at a certain distance from the ground, reducing the impact of uneven ground on the stability of the device. The bottoms of the U-shaped frame 2 are fixedly connected with pulleys 19, which roll in the guide grooves 20, making the movement of the U-shaped frame 2 smoother. The bottoms of the pulleys 19 are slidably connected inside the guide grooves 20.
[0039] Working principle: The pipes to be connected are placed in the clamping and fixing mechanisms in the two U-shaped frames 2 respectively. The pipes press the slider 4, and the slider 4 slides along the surface of the fixing block 3 in the U-shaped frame 2. The movement of the slider 4 drives the sliding rod 5 through the inclined groove. The sliding rod 5 drives the sliding plate 6 to move inside the fixing block 3. The sliding plate 6 causes the arc-shaped clamp 8 to rotate through the connecting rod 7. The two arc-shaped clamps 8 move closer to each other and clamp the pipes. Finally, the elastic rope 9 is put on the limiting post 10. The tension generated by the elastic rope 9 locks the arc-shaped clamp 8 and prevents the arc-shaped clamp 8 from being accidentally released.
[0040] After the pipe is fixed, the electric push rod 15 is activated. The electric push rod 15 drives the U-shaped block 13 to move. The U-shaped block 13 drives the long rod 12 to move. The long rod 12 pushes the connecting rod 11, so that the two U-shaped frames 2 move smoothly relative to each other through the connecting block 16 and pulley 19 under the guidance of the guide rod 18 and the guide groove 20, and perform the centering operation to achieve accurate pipe docking.
[0041] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. Quick docking device for surface pipelines, comprising a base (1) and two U-shaped frames (2), characterized in that: The two U-shaped frames (2) are provided with clamping and fixing mechanisms inside, and the base (1) is provided with a centering mechanism inside; The clamping and fixing mechanism includes a fixing block (3), which is fixedly connected to the outside of the U-shaped frame (2) and a slider (4) is slidably connected inside the U-shaped frame (2). The slider (4) is slidably connected to the outside of the fixing block (3). The slider (4) is slidably connected to two sliding rods (5). The two sliding rods (5) are respectively fixedly connected to sliding plates (6). The two sliding plates (6) are respectively rotatably connected to connecting rods (7). The two connecting rods (7) are rotatably connected to the outside of the U-shaped frame (2). The two connecting rods (7) are respectively rotatably connected to arc-shaped clamps (8). The top of the two arc-shaped clamps (8) is provided with a locking component.
2. The quick docking device for surface tubing as defined in claim 1, wherein: The centering mechanism includes two connecting rods (11), the tops of the two connecting rods (11) are fixedly connected to the bottoms of the two U-shaped frames (2), a driving assembly is fixedly connected inside the base (1), and two long rods (12) are rotatably connected to the outside of the driving assembly, and the insides of the two long rods (12) are rotatably connected to the outside of the connecting rods (11).
3. The quick mating device for surface tubing as defined in claim 1, wherein: The locking assembly includes an elastic cord (9), the outer side of which is fixedly connected to the top of one of the arc-shaped clamps (8), and the top of the other arc-shaped clamp (8) is fixedly connected to a limiting post (10). The outer inner side of the elastic cord (9) is slidably connected to the outside of the limiting post (10).
4. The quick mating device for surface tubing as defined in claim 2, wherein: The drive assembly includes a fixed base (14), which is externally fixedly connected to the inside of the base (1). An electric push rod (15) is fixedly connected inside the fixed base (14). A U-shaped block (13) is fixedly connected to the drive end of the electric push rod (15). The two long rods (12) are rotatably connected to the inside of the U-shaped block (13).
5. The quick mating device for surface tubing as defined in claim 1, wherein: A fixing plate (17) is fixedly connected to the top of the base (1), and a guide rod (18) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixing plate (17).
6. The rapid docking device for surface pipelines according to claim 5, characterized in that: Both of the U-shaped frames (2) are fixedly connected to the outside of the connecting blocks (16), and the inside of the two connecting blocks (16) is slidably connected to the outside of the guide rod (18).
7. The quick mating device for surface tubing as defined in claim 1, wherein: The top of the two bases (1) is provided with guide grooves (20), and the bottom of the bases (1) is fixedly connected with multiple support columns (21).
8. The quick mating device for surface tubing of claim 7, wherein: The bottom of the U-shaped frame (2) is fixedly connected to pulleys (19), and the bottom of the pulleys (19) is slidably connected inside the guide groove (20).