Special rack for storing and transferring automobile engine cover outer plates

By designing a specialized material rack with a frame and limiting structure, the problems of scratches and shaking during the transportation of the outer cover panel were solved, achieving an efficient and adjustable transportation solution suitable for various vehicle models and reducing costs.

CN224159578UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-24HUIZHOU MIDA AUTOMATION TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUIZHOU MIDA AUTOMATION TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-11
Publication Date
2026-04-24

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional outer panel transport racks are prone to scratches and dents, lack of limit design causes wobbling, and are not suitable for different vehicle models, affecting transport efficiency and increasing costs.

Method used

Design a special material rack that includes a frame and a limiting structure. The frame is composed of welded metal rods, and the limiting structure is composed of a rotating rod and a limiting rubber strip. Adjustable fixing is achieved through adjustment holes and limiting grooves to adapt to the needs of different vehicle models.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents damage to the outer surface of the cover, improves transportation efficiency and space utilization, adapts to the needs of various vehicle models, and reduces enterprise costs.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a special material rack for storing and transferring automobile engine cover outer plates, which comprises a frame and a limiting structure, the frame comprises a rear frame, a bottom frame and two side frames, the rear frame, the bottom frame and the two side frames are all formed by welding or assembling a plurality of metal rod pieces, the bottom frame is a latticed supporting bearing platform, and the limiting structure is arranged on the bottom frame. The limiting structure comprises a first limiting assembly and a second limiting assembly, the first limiting assembly comprises a rotating rod and a plurality of rotating supporting rods, the rotating supporting rods are rotationally arranged on the rotating rod in a sleeving mode, and the first limiting assembly is installed on a side frame of the frame through the rotating rod and a connecting plate; the second limiting assembly comprises an installation rod and a limiting rubber strip, the limiting rubber strip is composed of a plurality of rubber limiting units, and the second limiting assembly is installed on the bottom frame through the installation rod. Through reasonable arrangement, the engine cover outer plate storage and carrying problems are effectively solved, and the production and processing requirements can be met.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive manufacturing auxiliary equipment technology, and in particular to a special material rack for storing and transporting automotive hood panels. Background Technology

[0002] In the automobile production process, the engine hood outer panel (hereinafter referred to as the hood outer panel) is a key appearance component, and its surface quality directly affects the overall vehicle quality; therefore, the transportation process of the hood outer panel is very important.

[0003] However, the rigid support structure of traditional hood outer panel transport racks is prone to scratches and dents at the contact points between the hood outer panel and the rack. The lack of targeted limiting design causes the workpiece to shake and collide during handling. Furthermore, hood outer panels for different car models require customized racks, resulting in poor versatility, increased costs for enterprises, and reduced transportation efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a special rack for storing and transporting automotive hood panels to address the above problems.

[0005] A special rack for storing and transporting automotive hood panels includes a frame and a limiting structure. The frame includes a rear frame, a bottom frame, and two side frames, each of which is welded or assembled from multiple metal rods. The bottom frame is a grid-supported load-bearing platform. The limiting structure includes a first limiting component and a second limiting component. The first limiting component includes a rotating rod and multiple rotating support rods, all of which are rotatably mounted on the rotating rod. The first limiting component is mounted on the side frames of the frame via the rotating rod and a connecting plate. The second limiting component includes a mounting rod and a limiting rubber strip, each of which is composed of multiple rubber limiting units. The second limiting component is mounted on the bottom frame via the mounting rod.

[0006] In one embodiment, the connecting plate is welded to the side frame, and the connecting plate is provided with a plurality of adjustment holes, and the two sides of the rotating rod are provided with adjustment seats that match the connecting plate.

[0007] In one embodiment, the bottom frame is provided with mounting plates that match the two sides of the mounting rod, and both the two sides of the mounting rod and the mounting plates are provided with multiple adjustment holes.

[0008] In one embodiment, the rotating rod is provided with a plurality of limiting grooves that limit the plurality of rotating support rods.

[0009] In one embodiment, each of the plurality of rotating support rods is fitted with a rubber sleeve, and the angle between the sleeve and the horizontal plane is 30°-45°.

[0010] In one embodiment, both side frames are provided with mounting positions for identification components.

[0011] In one embodiment, angle irons are provided at the corners of the frame structure.

[0012] In one embodiment, the bottom of the base frame is further provided with multiple support members.

[0013] The aforementioned specialized rack for storing and transporting automotive hood panels effectively solves the problem of surface damage during storage and handling by incorporating multiple limiting components and a protective sleeve, while simultaneously improving space utilization and operational efficiency. The rack's adjustable design allows for quick adaptation to different vehicle models, demonstrating broad industrial application prospects. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first limiting component of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the first limiting component of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second limiting component of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the usage state of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing another angle from which this utility model can be used.

[0020] 1. Frame; 11. Rear frame; 12. Bottom frame; 13. Two side frames; 2. Limiting structure; 21. First limiting component; 211. Rotating rod; 2111. Adjusting seat; 212. Rotating support rod; 22. Second limiting component; 221. Mounting rod; 222. Limiting rubber strip; 2221. Rubber limiting unit; 3. Connecting plate; 4. Adjusting hole; 5. Mounting plate; 6. Limiting groove; 7. Identification component mounting position; 8. Angle iron; 9. Support component; 10. Rubber sleeve; 101. Outer cover plate. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a full understanding of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0022] It should be noted that when an element is said to be "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is said to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. Conversely, when an element is said to be "directly on" another element, there is no intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0023] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0024] See Figures 1-6 A special rack for storing and transporting car hood panels includes a frame 1 and a limiting structure 2. The frame 1 includes a rear frame 11, a bottom frame 12, and two side frames 13. The rear frame 11, bottom frame 12, and two side frames 13 are all welded or assembled from multiple metal rods, and the bottom frame 12 is a grid-supported load-bearing platform. The limiting structure 2 includes a first limiting component 21 and a second limiting component 22. The first limiting component 21 includes a rotating rod 211 and multiple rotating support rods 212. The multiple rotating support rods 212 are rotatably sleeved on the rotating rod 211, and the first limiting component 21 is installed on the side frame of the frame 1 through the rotating rod 211 and a connecting plate 3. The second limiting component 22 includes an mounting rod 221 and a limiting rubber strip 222. The limiting rubber strip 222 is composed of multiple rubber limiting units 2221, and the second limiting component 22 is installed on the bottom frame 12 through the mounting rod 221.

[0025] Furthermore, the connecting plate 3 is welded to the side frame, and the connecting plate 3 is provided with a plurality of adjustment holes 4. The rotating rod 211 is provided with adjustment seats 2111 on both sides that match the connecting plate 3. By providing a plurality of adjustment holes 4 and adjustment seats 2111, the rotating rod 211 can be easily adjusted to its position on the side frame according to the height of the outer cover plate 101.

[0026] Furthermore, the bottom frame 12 is provided with mounting plates 5 that match the two sides of the mounting rod 221, and both the two sides of the mounting rod 221 and the mounting plates 5 are provided with multiple adjustment holes 4; by providing multiple adjustment holes 4 on the two sides of the mounting rod 221 and the mounting plates 5, the mounting rod 221 can be easily adjusted to its position on the bottom frame 12 according to the width of the outer cover plate 101.

[0027] Furthermore, the rotating rod 211 is provided with a plurality of limiting grooves 6 for limiting the plurality of rotating support rods 212; by providing the limiting grooves 6, the position of the plurality of rotating support rods 212 can be limited to prevent the rotating support rods 212 from being misaligned.

[0028] Furthermore, each of the plurality of rotating support rods 212 is fitted with a rubber sleeve 10, and the angle between the sleeve and the horizontal plane is 30°-45°. By setting the angle of 30°-45°, it is beneficial to guide the outer panel of the car hood 101 to be accurately placed on the material rack. The rubber sleeve 10 not only protects the outer panel of the hood 101 from being scratched, but also enhances the friction between the outer panel of the hood 101 and the rotating support rod 212, which is beneficial to the fixing and transportation of the outer panel of the hood 101.

[0029] Furthermore, each of the two side frames 13 is provided with an identification component mounting position 7. The identification component mounting position 7 can be used to install material identification cards, making it convenient to identify relevant information of the car hood outer panel 101 on the material rack.

[0030] Furthermore, angle irons 8 are provided at the four corners of the top of the frame 1; these can be used to reinforce the corners of the frame 1 structure and prevent collision deformation.

[0031] Furthermore, the bottom of the base frame 12 is provided with a plurality of support members 9. The provision of the plurality of support members 9 can improve the stability of the frame 1 and facilitate the transport of the material rack by forklift.

[0032] The usage process of this utility model is as follows: When placing the outer cover plate 101 onto the material rack, the operator first ensures the size of the outer cover plate 101 to be placed. The material identification card is then installed on the identification component mounting positions 7 on both sides of the side frame. Next, the height of the adjusting seat 2111 and the connecting plate 3 is adjusted and fixed through the adjusting hole 4 to match the height of the outer cover plate 101 to be transported. The multiple rotating support rods 212 are then moved upwards. Then, the position of the mounting rod 221 and the mounting plate 5 is adjusted to ensure it matches the width of the outer cover plate 101 to be transported. After adjustment... Afterwards, the staff places the bottom of the outer cover plate 101 between two adjacent rubber limiting units 2221 on the limiting rubber strip 222 for fixation. Then, the rotating support rod 212 is pushed down to clamp and fix both sides of the outer cover plate 101, and the limiting groove 6 limits the rotating support rod 212, thereby completing the fixation of the outer cover plate 101. Then, the outer cover plates 101 to be transported are placed on the material and fixed. Finally, a forklift is used to insert through the middle of the support member 9 to transport the outer cover plate 101 to the warehouse or transport vehicle, completing the storage and transfer of the outer cover plate 101.

[0033] The aforementioned specialized rack for storing and transporting automotive hood panels effectively solves the surface damage problem during storage and handling of the automotive hood panels 101 by incorporating multiple limiting components and a protective sleeve, while simultaneously improving space utilization and operational efficiency. The rack's adjustable design allows for quick adjustments to suit different vehicle models, demonstrating broad industrial application prospects.

[0034] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0035] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A special rack for storing and transporting automotive hood panels, comprising a frame and a limiting structure, wherein the frame includes a rear frame, a bottom frame, and two side frames, wherein the rear frame, bottom frame, and two side frames are all welded or assembled from multiple metal rods, and the bottom frame is a grid-supported load-bearing platform, characterized in that, The limiting structure includes a first limiting component and a second limiting component. The first limiting component includes a rotating rod and multiple rotating support rods, all of which are sleeved on the rotating rod. The first limiting component is mounted on the side frame of the frame via the rotating rod and a connecting plate. The second limiting component includes a mounting rod and a limiting rubber strip, which is composed of multiple rubber limiting units. The second limiting component is mounted on the bottom frame via the mounting rod.

2. A special rack for storing and transporting automobile hood outer panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting plate is welded to the side frame, and the connecting plate is provided with multiple adjustment holes. The two sides of the rotating rod are provided with adjustment seats that match the connecting plate.

3. A special rack for storing and transporting automobile hood outer panels according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom frame is provided with mounting plates that match the two sides of the mounting rod, and both the two sides of the mounting rod and the mounting plates are provided with multiple adjustment holes.

4. A special rack for storing and transporting automobile hood outer panels according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating rod is provided with multiple limiting grooves that limit the multiple rotating support rods.

5. A special rack for storing and transporting automobile hood outer panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the multiple rotating support rods is fitted with a rubber sleeve, and the angle between the support rod and the horizontal plane is 30°-45°.

6. A special rack for storing and transporting automobile hood outer panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both side frames are provided with mounting positions for identification components.

7. A special rack for storing and transporting automobile hood outer panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, Angle irons are provided at the corners of the frame structure.

8. A special rack for storing and transporting automobile hood outer panels according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the base frame is also provided with multiple support components.