Sand cylinder support for bridge bent cap or straining beam support
By designing sand cylinder supports for bridge cap beams or tie beams, and utilizing components such as threaded connections and stainless steel cable ties, the problem of unstable fixation of temporary sand cylinder supports was solved, achieving stability and safety of the supports, adapting to various support systems, meeting various size requirements, and ensuring construction safety and progress.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA MCC17 GRP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
In the construction of existing bridge cap beams or tie beams, temporary sand cylinder supports lack effective fixing measures, which makes them prone to tilting or falling under horizontal loads, posing safety hazards, especially in the construction of ultra-high-altitude bridges.
A sand cylinder support for bridge cap beams or tie beams has been designed, comprising an upper and lower cylinder, a top support, a base, and positioning components. Through threaded connections and stainless steel cable ties, a stable connection is achieved between the sand cylinder and the longitudinal beam and clamps or mandrels, ensuring the stability of the support.
It improves the stability and safety of the support system, avoids the risk of support collapse, ensures construction progress and accuracy, saves labor costs, is applicable to different support systems, meets various size requirements, and achieves green construction.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of temporary sand cylinder supports for bridges, specifically a sand cylinder support for bridge cap beams or tie beams. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, the construction of bridge cap beams or tie beams generally employs the clamp method or the mandrel method. A cap beam refers to a horizontal beam installed on top of the pier piles to support, distribute, and transfer the load of the superstructure. A tie beam is a beam that acts as a tie rod, primarily to connect two piles or piers into a unified load-bearing structure. Longitudinal beams are longitudinal load-bearing beams. Both clamps and mandrels are used to construct an effective platform base on the cap beam or tie beam, with sand cylinder supports installed on top to provide subsequent support. If effective fixing measures are not taken when placing sand cylinders on the clamps or mandrels, and between the sand cylinders and the longitudinal main beams, the support structure is highly susceptible to collapse under horizontal loads, especially during the construction of cap beams for ultra-high-rise bridges. In reality, during construction, sand cylinders have tilted or even fallen due to varying loads, causing personal injury and property damage.
[0003] Most existing technologies use temporary sand cylinder supports, such as the sand-filled bridge support described in CN202321715192.5. Height adjustment and unloading are achieved through the relative movement of two sleeves. However, they lack corresponding support structures on clamps or mandrels. Therefore, we provide a sand cylinder support for bridge cap beams or tie beams to address these issues. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to make up for the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a sand cylinder support for bridge cap beams or tie beams, so as to solve the technical problem that the prior art lacks a corresponding fixing structure on the tie beam or cap beam to achieve temporary sand cylinder fixing.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0006] A sand cylinder support for bridge cap beams or tie beams includes:
[0007] The sand cylinder includes an upper barrel and a lower barrel. An upper steel plate is installed on the top of the upper barrel. The upper barrel and the lower barrel are opened towards each other. The upper barrel is inserted downward into the lower barrel. A lower steel plate is provided on the side of the lower barrel away from the upper steel plate. A threaded hole one is opened on the lower steel plate, and a threaded hole two is opened on the upper steel plate.
[0008] The top support includes a fixed plate assembly, on which a threaded post II is provided on the side of the fixed plate assembly opposite to the threaded hole II, and the threaded post II is threadedly connected to the threaded hole II; an L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt is installed on the fixed plate assembly;
[0009] The base has a threaded post 1 threaded into a threaded hole 1; the base includes a positioning element, which is suitable for mounting the base on a clamp or a mandrel.
[0010] In a further technical solution, the fixing plate assembly is provided with a slot, and a position plate is fixedly installed under the fixing plate assembly below the slot. The position plate is provided with a connection hole, which is connected to an L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt. When the top support is installed under the cover beam, the L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt is adapted to connect upward to the position plate and extend into the slot, and is threadedly connected to the longitudinal beam.
[0011] The top slope of the fixed plate assembly is the same as the slope of the corresponding longitudinal beam.
[0012] In a further technical solution, the fixing plate assembly includes a sub-plate one, a plate body, and a sub-plate two, wherein the longitudinal length of the sub-plate one is less than the longitudinal length of the sub-plate two; the position plate is fixedly installed at the bottom of the sub-plate two, and the longitudinal lengths of both the sub-plate one and the sub-plate two are greater than the corresponding length of the plate body.
[0013] In a further technical solution, the positioning component includes a fixed part and a movable part. The top of the fixed part is provided with a threaded post. A positioning screw hole is provided between the movable part and the fixed part. An L-shaped bolt is suitable for being installed in the positioning screw hole. The L-shaped bolt is suitable for locking the movable part on the fixed part.
[0014] The fixed part and the movable part are provided with a bayonet at their bottoms.
[0015] In a further technical solution, the positioning component includes a clamp and a stainless steel cable tie;
[0016] The stainless steel cable tie includes a first body and a second body. Both the first body and the second body are hinged to the clamp. The end of the first body is equipped with a constraint sleeve, and multiple sets of constraint bolts are installed on the constraint sleeve. When the end of the second body passes through the constraint sleeve, the constraint bolts are locked and abut against the second body.
[0017] In a further technical solution, the lower barrel body is provided with sand discharge holes, and two sets of sand discharge holes are provided symmetrically; a sealing cap is movably installed outside the sand discharge holes;
[0018] Both the upper and lower barrels are filled with sand.
[0019] In a further technical solution, a vertical groove is provided in the lower barrel, and a closed plate is installed on the side of the upper barrel facing away from the top support.
[0020] A limiting block is provided on the outside of the closed plate, and the limiting block is suitable for installation in the vertical groove.
[0021] In a further technical solution, the horizontal cross-section of the vertical groove is a dovetail groove; the limiting block is a dovetail tenon.
[0022] Compared with existing technologies, it has the following advantages:
[0023] This utility model utilizes a sand cylinder for bridge cap beam or tie beam supports, designed from the perspectives of convenience, practicality, innovation, applicability, versatility, efficiency, accuracy, improving the first-time success rate of projects, safety performance, and ensuring construction progress. Practical experience has proven that this device is convenient, practical, applicable, and highly versatile, with high combinability, safety, and applicability. It is suitable not only for different cap beam support systems (such as the clamp method and the core rod method) but also for cap beam support systems with different cross slopes. Different combinations can meet the needs of cap beam support systems of various sizes. Furthermore, this utility model ensures the effective connection of the entire frame, guaranteeing its stability and ensuring safety during construction. In summary, it improves the versatility, adaptability, and stability of the cap beam or tie beam support structure, avoiding the risk of support collapse, while also improving construction accuracy, avoiding rework, saving labor costs, and promoting green construction. Attached Figure Description
[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a temporary sand cylinder support installed on a core rod used in the tie beam and cap beam of this utility model;
[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the temporary sand cylinder support installed on the clamps used on the tie beams and cap beams of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the temporary sand cylinder support for the core-piercing rod method of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the sand cylinder structure of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the top support in this utility model. Figure 1 ;
[0029] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the top support in this utility model. Figure 2 ;
[0030] Figure 7 This is a front view of the base of the core-piercing rod method of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the temporary sand cylinder support of the clamping method of this utility model;
[0032] Figure 9This is a schematic diagram of the clamp-type base structure of this utility model;
[0033] Figure 10 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of another sand cylinder structure of this utility model;
[0034] Figure 11 This is a top view of the sand cylinder of this utility model.
[0035] In the picture:
[0036] 1. Sand cylinder; 11. Upper barrel; 12. Lower barrel; 13. Upper steel plate; 14. Lower steel plate; 15. Sand discharge hole; 16. Sealing cap; 17. Vertical groove; 18. Sealing plate; 19. Limiting block;
[0037] 2. Top support; 21. Fixing plate assembly; 22. Threaded post two; 23. L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt; 24. Slot; 25. Positioning plate; 211. Sub-plate one; 212. Plate body; 213. Sub-plate two;
[0038] 3. Base; 31. Threaded post one; 32. Positioning component; 33. Fixing part; 34. Moving part; 35. L-bolt; 36. Bayonet; 37. Clamping clamp; 38. Belt body one; 39. Belt body two; 310. Constraint sleeve; 311. Constraint bolt. Detailed Implementation
[0039] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. 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.
[0040] Example 1
[0041] Please see Figure 1 , 3 -5 and 7 provide a technical solution for this utility model: a sand cylinder support for a bridge cap beam or tie beam support, comprising:
[0042] Sand cylinder 1 includes an upper barrel 11 and a lower barrel 12. An upper steel plate 13 is installed on the top of the upper barrel 11. The upper barrel 11 and the lower barrel 12 are provided with openings facing each other. The upper barrel 11 is inserted downward into the lower barrel 12. A lower steel plate 14 is provided on the side of the lower barrel 12 away from the upper steel plate 13. A threaded hole 1 is opened on the lower steel plate 14, and a threaded hole 2 is opened on the upper steel plate 13.
[0043] The top support 2 includes a fixed plate assembly 21. A threaded post 22 is provided on the side of the fixed plate assembly 21 opposite to the threaded hole 2. The threaded post 22 is threadedly connected to the threaded hole 2. An L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt 23 is installed on the fixed plate assembly 21.
[0044] The base 3 has a threaded post 31 threadedly connected to a threaded hole 3; the base 3 includes a positioning element 32, which is suitable for mounting the base 3 on a clamp or a mandrel.
[0045] The fixing plate assembly 21 is provided with a slot 24, and a position plate 25 is fixedly installed under the fixing plate assembly 21 below the slot 24. The position plate 25 has a connecting hole, which is connected to an L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt 23. The L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt 23 is adapted to connect upward to the position plate 25 and extend into the slot 24, and is threadedly connected to the longitudinal beam. The top slope of the fixing plate assembly 21 is the same as the slope of the corresponding longitudinal beam. In this embodiment, the top of the fixing plate assembly is ground to fit the longitudinal beam for installation.
[0046] like Figure 3 and 7 As shown, the positioning component 32 includes a clamp 37 and a stainless steel cable tie; the stainless steel cable tie includes a first cable tie 38 and a second cable tie 39, both of which are hinged to the clamp 37. A constraint sleeve 310 is installed at the end of the first cable tie 38, and multiple sets of constraint bolts 311 are installed on the constraint sleeve 310; when the end of the second cable tie 39 passes through the constraint sleeve 310, the constraint bolts 311 lock and abut against the second cable tie 39. Figure 7 This is a diagram showing the unfolded shape of a stainless steel cable tie. Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the closed connection of the stainless steel cable ties. The lower barrel 12 has two symmetrical sets of sand discharge holes 15. A sealing cap 16 is movably installed outside the sand discharge holes 15; the sealing cap is threaded onto the outside of the sand discharge holes. Both the upper barrel 11 and the lower barrel 12 are filled with sand 4. The core-through rod method support uses a base with fastening stainless steel cable ties to increase the contact area, changing point contact to surface contact. The fastening stainless steel cable ties effectively connect the base to the core-through rod, ensuring the stability of the support. Furthermore, the base can be replaced to meet the requirements of core-through rod supports of different diameters.
[0047] When using this system, firstly, select a top support with the same slope as the cap beam. Then, based on the cap beam support calculations, select a sand cylinder that meets the tonnage requirements. Finally, select a suitable base based on the support type and size. Use the mandrel method to select a base with secure stainless steel cable ties. All three components are connected by threads to form a single unit. Then, install the base on the mandrel and secure it with stainless steel cable ties, attaching the base to the clamps. After the sand cylinders of the entire support are in place, install the longitudinal beams. Place the longitudinal beams inside the top support and use L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolts to secure the flange plates of the longitudinal beams to the slots, effectively fixing the longitudinal beams to the top support. Finally, install the distribution beams and panels to complete the erection of the entire cap beam or tie beam support.
[0048] Example 2
[0049] like Figure 2 , 6 As shown in Figures 8 and 9, another embodiment of this utility model is described, which is based on Embodiment 1, as follows: Figure 6 As shown, the fixing plate assembly 21 includes a first sub-plate 211, a main plate 212, and a second sub-plate 213. The longitudinal length of the first sub-plate 211 is less than the longitudinal length of the second sub-plate 213. The position plate 25 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the second sub-plate 213. The longitudinal lengths of both the first sub-plate 211 and the second sub-plate 213 are greater than the corresponding length of the main plate 212. In actual installation, it is considered to install sealant or sealant inside for replenishment. The first and second sub-plates can prevent overflow.
[0050] like Figure 8 and 9 As shown, the positioning component 32 includes a fixed part 33 and a movable part 34. The top of the fixed part 33 is provided with a threaded post 31. Positioning screw holes are provided between the movable part 34 and the fixed part 33, and L-shaped bolts 35 are suitable for installation within these holes. The L-shaped bolts 35 are suitable for locking the movable part 34 onto the fixed part 33. A latch 36 is provided at the bottom of the fixed part 33 and the movable part 34. The latch is suitable for engaging with the bends or reinforcements of the clamp. Reinforcing plates or ribs on the flanges or surfaces of the clamp can provide support for the temporary sand cylinder support. The fixed part and the movable part are tightly secured to the flanges of the two semi-circular clamps by long L-shaped bolts, effectively fixing the clamp to the base. The clamp-type base with latches not only reinforces the clamp connection but also ensures the stability of the support by effectively connecting the base and the clamp.
[0051] Example 3
[0052] like Figure 10 and 11 As shown, this is another embodiment of the present invention, such as... Figure 10As shown, a vertical groove 17 is formed inside the lower barrel 12, and a sealing plate 18 is installed on the side of the upper barrel 11 opposite to the top support 2; a limiting block 19 is provided on the outside of the sealing plate 18, and the limiting block 19 is adapted to be installed in the vertical groove 17. The horizontal section of the vertical groove 17 is a dovetail groove; the limiting block 19 is a dovetail tenon. The dovetail groove connection structure ensures that the two sides cannot move left or right, such as... Figure 11 As shown, this ensures that the sealing plate 18 can descend smoothly during sand unloading.
[0053] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention.
Claims
1. A sand cylinder support for bridge cap beams or tie beams, characterized in that, include: The sand cylinder (1) includes an upper barrel (11) and a lower barrel (12). An upper steel plate (13) is installed on the top of the upper barrel (11). The upper barrel (11) and the lower barrel (12) are provided with openings facing each other. The upper barrel (11) is inserted downward into the lower barrel (12). A lower steel plate (14) is provided on the side of the lower barrel (12) away from the upper steel plate (13). A threaded hole is provided on the lower steel plate (14), and a threaded hole is provided on the upper steel plate (13). The top support (2) includes a fixed plate assembly (21). A threaded post (22) is provided on one side of the fixed plate assembly (21) opposite to the threaded hole (2). The threaded post (22) is threaded into the threaded hole (2). An L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt (23) is installed on the fixed plate assembly (21). The base (3) is provided with a threaded post (31), which is threadedly connected to a threaded hole; the base (3) includes a positioning element (32), which is suitable for mounting the base (3) on a clamp or a mandrel.
2. The sand cylinder support for bridge cap beams or tie beams according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing plate assembly (21) is provided with a slot (24). The fixing plate assembly (21) includes a position plate (25), and the position plate (25) is provided with a connection hole. The connection hole is connected to an L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt (23). When the top support (2) is installed under the cover beam, the L-shaped quick-tightening wrench bolt (23) is adapted to connect upward to the position plate (25) and extend into the slot (24), and is threadedly connected to the longitudinal beam. The top slope of the fixed plate assembly (21) is the same as the slope of the corresponding longitudinal beam.
3. A sand cylinder support for a bridge cap beam or tie beam as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The fixed plate assembly (21) includes a sub-plate one (211), a plate body (212), and a sub-plate two (213). The longitudinal length of the sub-plate one (211) is less than the longitudinal length of the sub-plate two (213). The position plate (25) is fixedly installed at the bottom of the sub-plate two (213). The longitudinal lengths of the sub-plate one (211) and the sub-plate two (213) are both greater than the corresponding length of the plate body (212).
4. A sand cylinder support for a bridge cap beam or tie beam as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning component (32) includes a fixed part (33) and a movable part (34). The top of the fixed part (33) is provided with a threaded post (31). The movable part (34) and the fixed part (33) are both provided with positioning screw holes, and L-shaped bolts (35) are suitable for installation in the positioning screw holes. The L-shaped bolts (35) are suitable for locking the movable part (34) on the fixed part (33). The fixed part (33) and the movable part (34) are provided with a bayonet (36) at their bottoms.
5. A sand cylinder support for a bridge cap beam or tie beam as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning component (32) includes a clamp (37) and a stainless steel cable tie; The stainless steel cable tie includes a first strap (38) and a second strap (39). Both the first strap (38) and the second strap (39) are hinged to the clamp (37). The end of the first strap (38) is fitted with a constraint sleeve (310), and multiple sets of constraint bolts (311) are installed on the constraint sleeve (310). When the end of the second strap (39) passes through the constraint sleeve (310), the constraint bolts (311) are locked and abut against the second strap (39).
6. A sand cylinder support for a bridge cap beam or tie beam as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lower barrel (12) is provided with a sand discharge hole (15), and there are two symmetrical sets of sand discharge holes (15); a sealing cap (16) is movably installed outside the sand discharge hole (15). Both the upper barrel (11) and the lower barrel (12) are filled with sand (4).
7. A sand cylinder support for a bridge cap beam or tie beam as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A vertical groove (17) is provided in the lower barrel (12), and a closed plate (18) is installed on the side of the upper barrel (11) facing away from the top support (2). A limiting block (19) is provided on the outside of the closed plate (18), and the limiting block (19) is adapted to be installed in the vertical groove (17).
8. A sand cylinder support for a bridge cap beam or tie beam according to claim 7, characterized in that, The vertical groove (17) has a dovetail groove in its horizontal section; the limiting block (19) is a dovetail tenon.
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Sand-filled bridge support
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