Practical training device for chemical process pipeline construction

By designing a training device for the construction of chemical process pipelines, and combining it with water storage tanks, circulating pipelines and related components, the problem of traditional teaching methods being unable to cultivate professional talents has been solved, and skills enhancement and safety awareness have been achieved.

CN224177035UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28CHINA PETROLEUM & CHEMICAL CORP +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHINA PETROLEUM & CHEMICAL CORP
Filing Date
2025-03-27
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

Traditional theoretical teaching cannot effectively cultivate professionals who have mastered advanced pipeline installation technology, and the lack of practical experience leads to frequent safety and quality problems.

Method used

Design a training device for the construction of chemical process pipelines, including components such as water storage tanks, circulating pipelines, centrifugal pumps, valves, pressure gauges, and flow meters, to simulate actual working scenarios for training in installation, debugging, and maintenance operations.

Benefits of technology

It has improved the skills and standards awareness of petrochemical workers, reduced safety accidents and quality problems, and enhanced the stability and efficiency of production.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a practical training device for chemical process pipeline construction, which comprises a water storage tank and a circulating pipeline, the circulating pipeline is formed by connecting a plurality of pipe sections with flanges, a centrifugal pump, a valve, a pressure gauge, a condensate drain device, a flow meter and an emptying device are arranged on the circulating pipeline, and the centrifugal pump is electrically connected with a control box. According to the utility model, a practice platform for simulating an actual working scene is provided for related trainees, related installation, debugging and maintenance operations of chemical pipelines, centrifugal pumps and instruments can be carried out, and the learning cognition and practical operation skill level of the trainees on the whole system process from design and installation to implementation of the chemical pipelines can be improved; trainees can conduct construction according to standard specifications in actual work, the skill level and quality awareness of the trainees are improved, therefore, quality problems and safety accidents caused by improper operation and insufficient understanding are reduced, and high practicability is achieved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of comprehensive training technology, specifically a training device for chemical process pipeline construction. Background Technology

[0002] The petrochemical industry is one of the pillar industries of the national economy, providing basic raw materials and energy for various industries such as transportation, plastics, rubber, and chemical fibers. Process pipelines, as a crucial component in petrochemical plants for transporting fluids (including raw materials, intermediate products, and finished products), have installation quality that directly impacts the safety and stable operation of the entire production process. With the continuous development of the petrochemical industry, the demand for professionals skilled in advanced pipeline installation technology is increasing. Enterprises need technicians who are proficient in operating installation equipment, understanding complex process drawings, and strictly adhering to safety and quality standards. However, traditional theoretical teaching has certain limitations in cultivating such talent. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a chemical process pipeline construction training device to solve the technical problems existing in the prior art. It can enhance the installation, debugging and maintenance skills of petrochemical practitioners in chemical pipelines, centrifugal pumps and instruments, improve the skill level and standard awareness of practitioners, and thus improve the stability and efficiency of petrochemical systems.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the technical problems existing in the prior art is as follows: a chemical process pipeline construction training device, including a water storage tank and a circulation pipeline. The circulation pipeline is composed of multiple flanged pipe sections connected together, divided into a water supply pipeline and a return pipeline. The water supply pipeline has two main water supply pipe sections, upstream and downstream, which are connected by two parallel water supply branch pipes. A first valve is installed on the upstream water supply pipe section, a second valve is installed on any one of the water supply branch pipes, and a third and fourth valve are installed on the other water supply branch pipe. A first pressure gauge is installed at the end of the upstream water supply pipe section, and a pressure gauge is installed on the downstream water supply pipe section. A second pressure gauge is installed on each section; the upstream of the return water pipeline has two parallel upstream return water branch pipes, and the downstream has two parallel downstream return water branch pipes. A centrifugal pump is installed at the inlet of each upstream return water branch pipe. A fifth valve is installed at both the inlet and outlet of the centrifugal pump. A third pressure gauge is installed on each of the upstream return water branch pipes. A flow meter is installed on any one of the upstream return water branch pipes. The inlet ends of the two upstream return water branch pipes are connected by a sixth valve, and the outlet ends of the two upstream return water branch pipes are connected by a seventh valve. An eighth valve is installed on each of the upstream return water branch pipes, and a ninth valve is installed on each of the downstream return water branch pipes.

[0005] The device also includes a base on which the water storage tank and the circulation pipe are mounted.

[0006] A control box is mounted on the base, and the centrifugal pump is electrically connected to the control box.

[0007] The first valve, the second valve, the third valve, the fourth valve, the fifth valve, the sixth valve, the seventh valve, the eighth valve, and the ninth valve are all gate valves.

[0008] The flow meter is a rotor flow meter.

[0009] A condensate drainage device is installed on the downstream water supply main section.

[0010] An air venting device is installed on the downstream return water branch pipe of the higher-positioned branch.

[0011] The advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows: By using flanged pipe sections and installing components such as centrifugal pumps, control valves, pressure gauges, and flow meters, training in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of chemical pipelines and instruments can be conducted; by disassembling the pipeline and its connected components, pipeline system pressure tests can be performed; by controlling the flow direction of the medium in the training device through opening and closing valves, overall pipeline process control training can be conducted; by replacing the pipe materials and components, training in new pipeline installation techniques and material performance testing can be conducted. In summary, this utility model provides relevant trainees with a practical platform simulating actual work scenarios, enabling them to perform related installation, commissioning, and maintenance operations of chemical pipelines, centrifugal pumps, and instruments. This improves trainees' understanding and practical skills in the overall system process of chemical pipelines from design and installation to implementation, allowing them to construct according to standards and specifications in actual work. It enhances trainees' skill level and quality awareness, thereby reducing quality problems and safety accidents caused by improper operation and insufficient understanding, demonstrating strong practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Fig. 1 This is a perspective view of the present utility model;

[0013] Fig. 2 This is a front view of the present invention.

[0014] Fig. 3 This is a top view of the present invention;

[0015] Fig. 4 This is a left-side plan view of the present invention.

[0016] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Water storage tank; 3-1. First valve; 3-2. Second valve; 3-3. Third valve; 3-4. Fourth valve; 3-5. Fifth valve; 3-6. Sixth valve; 3-7. Seventh valve; 3-8. Eighth valve; 3-9. Ninth valve; 4-1. First pressure gauge; 4-2. Second pressure gauge; 4-3. Third pressure gauge; 5. Drainage device; 6. Flow meter; 7. Vacuum device; 8. Centrifugal pump; 9. Control box. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To further understand the invention content, features, and effects of this utility model, the following embodiments are provided, and detailed descriptions are given below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:

[0018] Please see Figs. 1-4 A training device for the construction of chemical process pipelines includes a water storage tank 2 and a circulation pipeline. The circulation pipeline is composed of multiple flanged pipe sections connected together. The circulation pipeline is divided into a water supply pipeline and a return water pipeline. The water supply pipeline has two main water supply pipe sections, upstream and downstream, which are connected by two parallel water supply branch pipes. A first valve 3-1 is installed on the upstream water supply pipe section, a second valve 3-2 is installed on any one of the water supply branch pipes, and a third valve 3-3 and a fourth valve 3-4 are installed on the other water supply branch pipe. A first pressure gauge 4-1 is installed at the end of the upstream water supply pipe section, and a second pressure gauge 4-2 is installed on the downstream water supply pipe section.

[0019] The return water pipeline has two parallel upstream return water branch pipes and two parallel downstream return water branch pipes. Each upstream return water branch pipe has a centrifugal pump 8 installed at its inlet. A fifth valve 3-5 is installed at the inlet and outlet of each centrifugal pump 8. A third pressure gauge 4-3 is installed on each upstream return water branch pipe. A flow meter 6 is installed on any one of the upstream return water branch pipes. The inlet ends of the two upstream return water branch pipes are connected by a sixth valve 3-6, and the outlet ends of the two upstream return water branch pipes are connected by a seventh valve 3-7. An eighth valve 3-8 is installed on each upstream return water branch pipe, and a ninth valve 3-8 is installed on each downstream return water branch pipe.

[0020] In this embodiment, a more preferred solution is as follows:

[0021] The device also includes a base 1, on which the water storage tank 2 and the circulation pipe are mounted.

[0022] A control box 9 is installed on the base 1, and the centrifugal pump 8 is electrically connected to the control box 9.

[0023] The first valve 3-1, the second valve 3-2, the third valve 3-3, the fourth valve 3-4, the fifth valve 3-5, the sixth valve 3-6, the seventh valve 3-7, the eighth valve 3-8, and the ninth valve 3-9 are all gate valves.

[0024] The flow meter 6 is a rotor flow meter.

[0025] A condensate drainage device 5 is installed on the downstream water supply main section.

[0026] An air venting device 7 is installed on the downstream return water branch pipe of the higher-positioned branch.

[0027] When the device is running, the fluid medium in the water storage tank flows out of the water storage tank outlet, first flows through the water supply pipeline, then flows through the centrifugal pump under pressure to the return water pipeline, and finally flows back to the water storage tank through the return water pipeline, and then repeats the cycle.

[0028] The aforementioned training device has functions for recognizing chemical pipelines and instruments, installing, debugging and maintaining chemical pipelines and instruments, conducting pressure tests on chemical pipeline systems, designing chemical pipeline processes, and testing the installation technology and performance of new chemical pipelines and materials.

[0029] The cognitive function of chemical pipelines and instruments is realized by relying on components such as centrifugal pumps, valves, pressure gauges, and flow meters on the internal circulation pipeline of the training device. Through observation and study of the relevant components, training is conducted on the operating principles of chemical pipelines and instruments.

[0030] The installation, commissioning, and maintenance of chemical pipelines and instruments are achieved through the entire circulating pipeline and water storage tank. The circulating pipeline consists of components such as centrifugal pumps, valves, pressure gauges, condensate draining devices, rotor flow meters, and venting devices. Training in relevant installation skills for chemical pipelines is provided through the installation and commissioning of these components. When problems arise in the training equipment, such as poor medium flow, inaccurate flow meter readings, or insufficient pump pressure, troubleshooting and maintenance of the identified faulty components provide training in chemical pipeline maintenance skills.

[0031] The pressure testing function of chemical pipeline systems relies on pipe sections, valves, and pressure gauges in the circulating pipeline. Parts of the training device are disassembled, the pipeline to be pressure tested is selected, and both ends are sealed. Pressure is then applied to the pipeline using a pressure pump until the pressure gauge reaches the specified pressure. The pressure is then stabilized and observed. This method serves as training for operating pressure testing of chemical pipeline systems.

[0032] The chemical pipeline process design function relies on the overall training device. By innovating existing circulation pipelines, it designs different circulation pipelines for different media, thereby realizing the overall process design and implementation training of chemical pipelines. After designing the new circulation pipeline process, the installation of chemical pipelines and instruments is carried out immediately, which can be linked with the aforementioned pipeline installation skills training function.

[0033] The installation technology for new chemical pipelines and the performance testing functions of new materials rely on an integrated training device. After accumulating certain experience, trainees can optimize the structure of the device and conduct hands-on practice. They can also replace materials according to design principles, such as whether new materials can achieve better circulation effects when the medium is different. Furthermore, training on preliminary performance testing of new materials can be achieved through pipeline system pressure tests.

[0034] In summary, this utility model can be used for various skills training, improve trainees' understanding and operation of various pipe sections and instruments, enhance their safety awareness during production operations, reduce safety hazards, and prevent safety accidents, thus possessing strong practicality.

[0035] Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can make many other forms under the guidance of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the claims, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A training device for the construction of chemical process pipelines, characterized in that, It includes a water storage tank and a circulation pipeline. The circulation pipeline is composed of multiple flanged pipe sections connected together and is divided into a water supply pipeline and a return pipeline. The water supply pipeline has two main water supply pipe sections, one upstream and one downstream. The two main water supply pipe sections are connected by two parallel water supply branch pipes. A first valve is installed on the upstream main water supply pipe section, a second valve is installed on any one of the water supply branch pipes, and a third valve and a fourth valve are installed on the other water supply branch pipe. A first pressure gauge is installed at the end of the upstream main water supply pipe section, and a second pressure gauge is installed on the downstream main water supply pipe section. The return water pipeline has two parallel upstream return water branch pipes and two parallel downstream return water branch pipes. A centrifugal pump is installed at the inlet of each upstream return water branch pipe. A fifth valve is installed at both the inlet and outlet of the centrifugal pump. A third pressure gauge is installed on each of the upstream return water branch pipes. A flow meter is installed on any one of the upstream return water branch pipes. The inlet ends of the two upstream return water branch pipes are connected by a sixth valve, and the outlet ends of the two upstream return water branch pipes are connected by a seventh valve. An eighth valve is installed on each of the upstream return water branch pipes, and a ninth valve is installed on each of the downstream return water branch pipes.

2. The chemical process pipeline construction training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The device also includes a base on which the water storage tank and the circulation pipe are mounted.

3. The chemical process pipeline construction training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A control box is mounted on the base, and the centrifugal pump is electrically connected to the control box.

4. The chemical process pipeline construction training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first valve, the second valve, the third valve, the fourth valve, the fifth valve, the sixth valve, the seventh valve, the eighth valve, and the ninth valve are all gate valves.

5. The chemical process pipeline construction training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flow meter is a rotor flow meter.

6. The chemical process pipeline construction training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A condensate drainage device is installed on the downstream water supply main section.

7. The chemical process pipeline construction training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, An air venting device is installed on the downstream return water branch pipe of the higher-positioned branch.