Novel manual recycle bin

By installing a connector on the end cap of the recycling station, the pig can be blown back to the launch station using airflow or a medium, which solves the problem of time-consuming pig retrieval process, improves efficiency, and cleans the pipeline.

CN224168249UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28WUHAN INNOK TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WUHAN INNOK TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-09
Publication Date
2026-04-28

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing pipeline pigging process takes a long time from the recycling station to the launch station, which affects production efficiency.

Method used

A connector is installed on the end cap of the recovery station, and the pig is blown back to the launch station by introducing airflow or other media, reducing the time spent by manual round trips. The pig is blocked by baffles and U-shaped frames, and blown out by the media introduced through the connector.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces the time personnel spend traveling between the launch station and the recovery station, improves the recovery efficiency of the pipeline cleaning device, and also serves to clean the pipeline.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a novel manual recycle bin which comprises a main pipe, a second connecting pipe is fixed to one linear end of the main pipe, a sealing end is arranged at the other linear end of the main pipe and covered with an end cover, a connector is fixedly installed on the surface of the end cover, a breather pipe is externally connected to the connector, and the breather pipe is fixedly connected to the other end of the main pipe. A first connecting pipe is arranged on the side face of the main pipe, the first connecting pipe and the second connecting pipe are both integrally welded to the main pipe, and compared with the prior art, a hole is formed in the end cover to install the connector and used for connecting the propelling medium pipe cleaner to reach a recycle bin, and then airflow or other propelling media are introduced into the connector; the pipe cleaner is blown back to the launching station from the recycling station and then is recycled at the launching station, so that the time for personnel to go back and forth from the launching station to the recycling station is shortened, the efficiency is effectively improved, and the process that the pipe cleaner goes to the launching station from the recycling station also plays a role in cleaning a pipeline.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline cleaning device technology, specifically a new type of manual recycling station. Background Technology

[0002] Since the early 20th century, pigging technology has emerged in various forms. Today, pigging technology is used in a wide range of sectors, industries, and applications that handle liquids and powders to recover liquids and powders from pipelines, reduce waste, and improve the efficiency of manufacturing and production processes. The main purpose of pigging is to remove or recover residual product left in pipelines after being transported from one location to another in a production line. In its simplest form, a pigging system consists of a flexible ejector (also called a "pig ball") with a diameter slightly larger than the pipeline to be pigged. It is then propelled through the pipeline using water, compressed gas (sterile air, nitrogen, steam), or even the product being processed, removing or recovering high-value products.

[0003] The recycling station is an important component of the pipeline cleaning system. Products inside the pipeline are mainly cleaned and recycled by the movement of the pipeline pig within the pipeline. The recycling station is responsible for recycling the pipeline pig, and its importance is self-evident. How to optimize and improve the function of the recycling station has become a problem that must be considered. The pipeline pig is generally propelled by high-pressure gas and reaches the recycling destination along a predetermined route. After that, it is intercepted by the recycling station. In the past, after the pipeline pig reached the recycling station, it needed to be recycled at the recycling station. However, sometimes the distance between the launch station and the recycling station is far, so this process can be quite troublesome. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, the purpose of this invention is to provide a novel manual recycling station to solve the problems mentioned in the background section. This invention features a novel structure with a hole in the end cap for installing a connector. After the propellant pig arrives at the recycling station, airflow or other propellant is introduced into the connector to blow the pig back from the recycling station to the launch station. The pig is then retrieved at the launch station, reducing the time spent by personnel traveling between the launch and recycling stations and effectively improving efficiency. The process of the pig traveling from the recycling station to the launch station also serves to clean the pipeline.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: a novel manual recycling station includes a main pipe, a second connecting pipe fixed to one straight end of the main pipe, a sealing end provided at the other straight end of the main pipe, and an end cap covering the sealing end, a connector fixedly installed on the surface of the end cap, a vent pipe connected to the connector, a first connecting pipe provided on the side of the main pipe, and both the first connecting pipe and the second connecting pipe being integrally welded to the main pipe.

[0006] Furthermore, the end cap and the sealing end are fitted with a clamp, which is a single-rivet clamp.

[0007] Furthermore, a hanging lug is fixedly installed on the other side of the main pipe, which is located in the same straight line as the first connecting pipe.

[0008] Furthermore, a sealing ring is installed inside the end cap and the sealing end.

[0009] Furthermore, a U-shaped frame is inserted and installed on the surface of the end cap, and a baffle is fixed at one end of the U-shaped frame located inside the main tube.

[0010] Furthermore, the connector is a threaded straight-through air pipe connector.

[0011] Furthermore, the second connecting pipe is conical, and the end of the second connecting pipe furthest from the main pipe is where the pig enters.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0013] This utility model uses clamps to fix the end cap and main pipe, which facilitates installation and disassembly and allows for internal inspection of the main pipe. The sealing ring maintains the airtightness of the end cap and sealing end. The connector can be used to connect to the pipeline and introduce airflow or other flowing media to blow out the pig.

[0014] This invention uses a baffle and a U-shaped frame to block the pig entering from the second connecting pipe. Then, the airflow or other propulsion medium sent through the connector blows the pig out of the second connecting pipe again and back to its original position, effectively reducing the time that personnel spend traveling back and forth between the launch station and the recovery station.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has a hole in the end cap for installing a connector. After the propellant pig arrives at the recovery station, airflow or other propellant is introduced into the connector to blow the pig from the recovery station back to the launch station. The pig is then recovered at the launch station, which reduces the time for personnel to travel back and forth between the launch station and the recovery station, effectively improving efficiency. The process of the pig traveling from the recovery station to the launch station also serves to clean the pipeline. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a novel manual recycling station according to this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of a novel manual recycling station according to this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the main pipe of a novel manual recycling station according to this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the end cap structure of a novel manual recycling station according to this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a side view of the main pipe structure of a novel manual recycling station according to this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Main pipe; 11. First connecting pipe; 12. Second connecting pipe; 13. Sealing end; 2. End cap; 21. Connector; 22. U-shaped bracket; 23. Baffle; 3. Sealing ring; 4. Clamp; 5. Hanging lug. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0023] Please see Figures 1 to 5 This utility model provides a technical solution: a novel manual recycling station, including a main pipe 1, a second connecting pipe 12 fixed to one straight end of the main pipe 1, a sealing end 13 provided at the other straight end of the main pipe 1, and an end cap 2 covering the sealing end 13. A connector 21 is fixedly installed on the surface of the end cap 2, and an air pipe is connected to the outside of the connector 21. A first connecting pipe 11 is provided on the side of the main pipe 1. The first connecting pipe 11 and the second connecting pipe 12 are integrally welded to the main pipe 1. A hole is opened on the end cap 2 to install the connector 21 for connecting to the delivery pipeline of the propellant medium. After the pig arrives at the recycling station, airflow or other propellant medium is introduced into the connector 21 to blow the pig from the recycling station back to the launch station, and then the pig is recovered at the launch station.

[0024] In this embodiment, the end cap 2 and the sealing end 13 are fitted with a clamp 4. The clamp 4 is a single rivet clamp 4. The main pipe 1 is fixedly installed with a hanging ear 5 on the other side of the same straight line as the first connecting pipe 11. The end cap 2 and the main pipe 1 are fixed by the clamp 4, which facilitates installation and disassembly and allows for internal maintenance of the main pipe 1.

[0025] In this embodiment, a sealing ring 3 is installed inside the end cap 2 and the sealing end 13. The connector 21 is a threaded straight-through air pipe connector 21. The second connecting pipe 12 is conical, and the end of the second connecting pipe 12 away from the main pipe 1 is for the pig to enter. The sealing ring 3 maintains the sealing of the end cap 2 and the sealing end 13. The connector 21 can be connected to a pipeline to introduce airflow or other propulsion media to blow out the pig.

[0026] In this embodiment, a U-shaped frame 22 is inserted and installed on the surface of the end cap 2. A baffle 23 is fixed at one end of the U-shaped frame 22 inside the main pipe 1. The baffle 23 and the U-shaped frame 22 block the pig entering from the second connecting pipe 12. Then, the airflow or other propulsion medium sent through the connector 21 blows the pig out of the second connecting pipe 12 again and returns it to its original position.

[0027] The end cap 2 and the main pipe 1 are fixed by clamp 4, and the sealing end 2 and the sealing end 13 are kept sealed by sealing ring 3. The pipeline can be connected by connector 21. The pig entering from the second connecting pipe 12 is blocked by baffle 23 and U-shaped frame 22. A hole is opened on the end cap 2 to install connector 21 for connecting the propellant. After the pig reaches the recovery station, airflow or other propellant is introduced into connector 21 to blow the pig from the recovery station back to the launch station. Then the pig is recovered at the launch station.

[0028] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. It is obvious to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model.

[0029] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A novel manual recycling station, comprising a main pipe (1), characterized in that: A second connecting pipe (12) is fixed at one straight end of the main pipe (1), and a sealing end (13) is provided at the other straight end of the main pipe (1), and the sealing end (13) is covered by an end cap (2). A connector (21) is fixedly installed on the surface of the end cap (2), and a vent pipe is connected to the connector (21). A first connecting pipe (11) is provided on the side of the main pipe (1), and the first connecting pipe (11) and the second connecting pipe (12) are integrally welded to the main pipe (1).

2. The novel manual recycling station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end cap (2) and the sealing end (13) are fitted with a clamp (4), which is a single rivet clamp (4).

3. A novel manual recycling station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main tube (1) is fixedly mounted with a hanging lug (5) on the other side of the first connecting tube (11) on the same straight line.

4. A novel manual recycling station according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing ring (3) is installed inside the end cap (2) and the sealing end (13).

5. A novel manual recycling station according to claim 1, characterized in that: A U-shaped frame (22) is inserted and installed on the surface of the end cap (2), and a baffle (23) is fixed at one end of the U-shaped frame (22) inside the main tube (1).

6. A novel manual recycling station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (21) is a threaded straight-through air pipe connector (21).

7. A novel manual recycling station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second connecting pipe (12) is conical, and the end of the second connecting pipe (12) away from the main pipe (1) is for the pig to enter.