Compressed air valve group, auxiliary combustion spray gun and side fire combustion auxiliary device

By setting up regulating valves and monitoring elements in the compressed air valve group to communicate with the controller, precise control of compressed gas flow and pressure is achieved, solving the problems of thermal stress and uneven heating at the glass edge caused by the instability of compressed air, and improving the quality and safety of glass production.

CN224186051UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01QINHUANGDAO GLASS IND RES & DESIGN INST
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
QINHUANGDAO GLASS IND RES & DESIGN INST
Filing Date
2025-05-30
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the output of compressed air in the edge-burning process is unstable, resulting in excessive local temperature difference at the glass edge, which creates new thermal stress or uneven heating, affecting the optical performance of the glass and production safety.

Method used

A compressed air valve assembly was designed, including a first air delivery pipe, a first valve body, a regulating valve, and a monitoring element. It is connected in communication with a controller to monitor and regulate the flow and pressure of compressed gas in real time, thereby achieving precise control.

Benefits of technology

By monitoring and adjusting in real time, the stability of the combustion process is improved, avoiding glass deformation and optical performance problems, and ensuring the safety and efficiency of production.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of glass production equipment, and discloses a compressed air valve group, an auxiliary combustion spray gun and a side fire combustion auxiliary device, and the compressed air valve group comprises a first air delivery pipe body, a first valve body, a regulating valve, a monitoring element and a controller. By arranging a closed-loop control structure of an adjusting valve and a real-time monitoring element, the compressed air supply state can be dynamically and accurately adjusted, and the stability of the side fire combustion process is improved; the controller can respond in real time according to parameters fed back by the monitoring element, control lag is reduced, and the response efficiency of the system is improved; by monitoring the state of the compressed gas in real time and quickly adjusting the compressed gas, abnormal combustion caused by excessive or insufficient gas supply can be avoided, and the continuity and safety of the kiln edge burning process are guaranteed, so that the production quality and production efficiency of glass products are improved.
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Description

A compressed air valve assembly, an auxiliary combustion nozzle, and a sidefire combustion auxiliary device. Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of glass production equipment technology, specifically to a compressed air valve group, an auxiliary combustion nozzle, and a side-fire combustion auxiliary device. Background Technology

[0002] As a crucial component of photovoltaic modules, the quality of photovoltaic glass directly impacts the module's photoelectric conversion efficiency and lifespan. The production process of photovoltaic glass typically includes two main stages: raw material production and further processing. Raw material production primarily involves steps such as material preparation, melting, rolling, annealing, and cutting to obtain unprocessed photovoltaic glass sheets. Subsequent further processing involves edge grinding, tempering, and coating on the raw sheets to meet the requirements of module encapsulation.

[0003] "Edge heating" refers to heating the edges of glass sheets with a flame to relieve stress, trim edges, or seal edges. In edge heating, the mixture of compressed air and gas affects the "hardness" of the flame. High-pressure gas makes the flame harder and more concentrated, resulting in higher flame temperature and stronger penetration; conversely, a smaller volume of compressed air results in a "softer" flame, with a wider heating area but lower temperature, suitable for slow heating.

[0004] In addition, in the edge-burning process, compressed air is used to adjust the flow rate of the compressed air to achieve directional adjustment of the flame, which can simultaneously improve combustion efficiency and reduce gas consumption.

[0005] In the existing technology, due to the difficulty in controlling the output of compressed air, the pressure and flow of compressed air are unstable. This can easily lead to an excessively "hard" flame, causing excessive local temperature differences at the glass edge, forming new thermal stress, or even causing edge breakage; or an excessively "soft" flame, resulting in insufficient heating and inability to effectively release stress. In addition, the instability of compressed air leads to uneven heating, which can cause optical performance problems in the glass or deformation during subsequent tempering.

[0006] In the edge-burning process, the instability of compressed gas can lead to incomplete combustion, resulting in safety risks such as carbon deposition and flame absorption. Summary of the Invention

[0007] In view of this, the present invention provides a compressed air valve assembly, an auxiliary combustion nozzle, and an auxiliary device for edge-fire combustion to solve the problems of instability in the output of compressed air in the edge-fire process of the prior art, which leads to the easy occurrence of new stress or incomplete stress elimination during stress removal, as well as poor optical performance or deformation of the produced glass products.

[0008] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:

[0009] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a compressed air valve assembly for the side-fire process in a photovoltaic glass kiln, comprising: a first gas supply pipe, a first valve body, a regulating valve, a monitoring element, and a controller; a first end of the first gas supply pipe is connected to a compressed gas source, and a second end of the first gas supply pipe is connected to a side-fire combustion device, with compressed gas flowing from the first end to the second end; along the flow direction of the compressed gas, the first gas supply pipe is sequentially provided with a first valve body, a regulating valve, and a monitoring element; the first valve body is disposed near the first end, and the monitoring element is disposed near the second end; both the regulating valve and the monitoring element are communicatively connected to the controller, the monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed gas in the first gas supply pipe and feed them back to the controller in real time, and the controller receives the dynamic parameters and is adapted to control the opening degree of the regulating valve.

[0010] It has the following advantages: By sequentially setting a first valve body, a regulating valve, and a monitoring element on the first gas supply pipe, and with both the regulating valve and the monitoring element communicating with the controller, the controller can dynamically adjust the opening of the regulating valve based on the dynamic parameters of the compressed gas collected in real time by the monitoring element, thereby achieving precise control of the compressed gas flow or pressure. Through the closed-loop control structure of the regulating valve and the real-time monitoring element, dynamic and precise adjustment of the compressed air supply status can be achieved, improving the stability of the edge-fire combustion process; the controller can respond in real time based on the parameters fed back by the monitoring element, reducing control lag and improving system response efficiency; by monitoring the state of the compressed gas in real time and adjusting it quickly, combustion abnormalities caused by excessive or insufficient gas supply can be avoided, ensuring the continuity and safety of the kiln edge-fire process, thereby improving the production quality and efficiency of glass products.

[0011] In a first aspect of this invention, the monitoring element is a pressure detection element, and the dynamic parameter is a gas pressure parameter.

[0012] In a first aspect of this utility model, the monitoring element is a flow detection element, and the dynamic parameter is a flow parameter.

[0013] In a first aspect of this utility model, the first gas supply pipe body is further provided with a second valve body and a third valve body, the second valve body being disposed between the monitoring element and the regulating valve, and the third valve body being disposed between the first valve body and the regulating valve;

[0014] It also includes a second gas supply pipe, which is arranged in parallel with the first gas supply pipe. The second gas supply pipe has a third end and a fourth end. Along the flow direction of the compressed air, the third end is located at the rear end of the second valve body, and the fourth end is located at the rear end of the third valve body. The second gas supply pipe is also provided with a fourth valve body.

[0015] In a first aspect of this utility model, the first valve body, the second valve body, the third valve body, and the fourth valve body are all manual ball valves;

[0016] In the first gas delivery state, the first valve body, the second valve body, and the third valve body are open, the fourth valve body is closed, and the monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed air in the first gas delivery pipeline.

[0017] In the second gas delivery state, the first valve body and the fourth valve body are open, the second valve body and the third valve body are closed, and the monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed air in the second gas delivery pipeline.

[0018] In a first aspect of this utility model, the first valve body, the second valve body, and the third valve body are all electric valves and are all communicatively connected to the controller, and the fourth valve body is a manual ball valve.

[0019] In a first aspect of this utility model, the compressed air valve assembly further includes a mounting bracket, the upper and middle parts of which are respectively connected to the outer periphery of the first air supply pipe and the second air supply pipe, and the lower end of which is fixedly connected to the bottom surface.

[0020] Secondly, this utility model also provides an auxiliary combustion spray gun for use in the side fire combustion of a photovoltaic glass kiln, comprising a spray gun body, wherein the air inlet end of the spray gun body is connected to the compressed air valve group.

[0021] Thirdly, this utility model also provides a side-fire combustion auxiliary device, including the auxiliary combustion spray gun. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 is a structural view of a compressed air valve assembly provided in the first aspect embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0025] 1. First gas transmission pipeline; 11. First valve body; 12. Pressure detection element; 13. Flow monitoring element; 14. Third valve body; 15. Second valve body; 16. Regulating valve; 2. Second gas transmission pipeline; 21. Fourth valve body; 3. Mounting bracket. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0030] Referring to Figure 1, in a first aspect, this utility model provides a compressed air valve assembly for a side-fire process in a photovoltaic glass kiln, comprising: a first gas supply pipe, a first valve body 11, a regulating valve 16, a monitoring element, and a controller; a first end of the first gas supply pipe is connected to a compressed gas source, and a second end of the first gas supply pipe is connected to a side-fire combustion device, with compressed gas flowing from the first end to the second end; along the flow direction of the compressed gas, the first gas supply pipe 1 is sequentially provided with the first valve body 11, the regulating valve 16, and the monitoring element; the first valve body 11 is disposed near the first end, and the monitoring element is disposed near the second end; both the regulating valve 16 and the monitoring element are communicatively connected to the controller, the monitoring element being adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed gas in the first gas supply pipe 1 and provide real-time feedback to the controller, the controller receiving the dynamic parameters and being adapted to control the opening degree of the regulating valve 16.

[0031] Specifically, by sequentially installing a first valve body 11, a regulating valve 16, and a monitoring element on the first gas supply pipe, with both the regulating valve 16 and the monitoring element communicatively connected to the controller, the controller can dynamically adjust the opening of the regulating valve 16 based on the real-time dynamic parameters of the compressed gas collected by the monitoring element, thereby achieving precise control of the compressed gas flow or pressure. By setting up a closed-loop control structure with the regulating valve 16 and the real-time monitoring element, dynamic and precise adjustment of the compressed air supply status can be achieved, improving the stability of the edge-fire combustion process. The controller can respond in real-time based on the parameters fed back by the monitoring element, reducing control lag and improving system response efficiency. By monitoring the compressed gas status in real time and adjusting it rapidly, combustion abnormalities caused by excessive or insufficient gas supply can be avoided, ensuring the continuity and safety of the kiln edge-fire process, thereby improving the production quality and efficiency of glass products.

[0032] In a first aspect of this utility model, the monitoring element is a pressure detection element 12, and the dynamic parameter is a gas pressure parameter.

[0033] In a first aspect of this utility model, the monitoring element is a flow detection element, and the dynamic parameter is a flow parameter.

[0034] Understandably, when the monitoring element is a pressure monitoring element, the dynamic parameter is the air pressure parameter. Specifically, the monitoring element can be a pressure sensor. After detecting the pressure parameter in the first air supply pipe 1, the pressure sensor feeds it back to the controller in real time. The controller, based on the received pressure parameter, compares it with the set threshold parameter and controls the regulating valve 16. That is, when the pressure parameter is less than the first threshold, the controller controls the opening of the regulating valve 16 to increase; when the pressure parameter is greater than the second threshold, the controller controls the opening of the regulating valve 16 to decrease; when the pressure parameter is greater than the first threshold but less than the second threshold, the controller controls the opening to remain unchanged. This ensures that the compressed air is output at a constant pressure, avoiding excessive compressed air pressure leading to excessive local temperature differences at the glass edge, forming new thermal stress or even causing edge breakage; or insufficient compressed air pressure preventing the glass from releasing stress. Furthermore, a stable compressed air pressure output avoids uneven heating and incomplete combustion caused by the instability of compressed air, thus improving the production quality of glass products.

[0035] Similarly, the flow detection element can be called a flow sensor. The setting of the flow detection element can ensure that the compressed gas is output at a stable flow rate, thus ensuring the stability of the compressed gas output and improving the production quality of glass products.

[0036] In a first aspect of this utility model, the first gas supply pipe body is further provided with a second valve body 15 and a third valve body 14, the second valve body 15 being disposed between the monitoring element and the regulating valve 16, and the third valve body 14 being disposed between the first valve body 11 and the regulating valve 16.

[0037] It also includes a second gas supply pipe 2, which is arranged in parallel with the first gas supply pipe 1. The second gas supply pipe 2 has a third end and a fourth end. Along the flow direction of the compressed air, the third end is located at the rear end of the second valve body 15, and the fourth end is located at the rear end of the third valve body 14. The second gas supply pipe 2 is also provided with a fourth valve body 21.

[0038] Specifically, by setting up a second air supply pipeline 2, a dual-channel air supply system is achieved, improving system reliability. When the regulating valve 16 malfunctions, the second output pipeline ensures the normal delivery of compressed air, thereby guaranteeing the normal operation of the system and preventing production line shutdowns due to component repairs. This reduces maintenance costs and improves production efficiency.

[0039] In a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the first valve body 11, the second valve body 15, the third valve body 14 and the fourth valve body 21 are all manual ball valves;

[0040] In the first gas delivery state, the first valve body 11, the second valve body 15 and the third valve body 14 are open, the fourth valve body 21 is closed, and the monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed air in the first gas delivery pipeline 1.

[0041] In the second gas delivery state, the first valve body 11 and the fourth valve body 21 are open, the second valve body 15 and the third valve body 14 are closed, and the monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed air in the second gas delivery pipeline 2.

[0042] In a first aspect of this utility model, the first valve body 11, the second valve body 15, and the third valve body 14 are all electric valves and are all communicatively connected to the controller, and the fourth valve body 21 is a manual ball valve.

[0043] Specifically, the first valve body 11, the second valve body 15, and the third valve body 14 are all electric valves, which are started and closed by a controller, thereby improving automation capabilities and reducing the difficulty of operation. The fourth ball valve is set as a manual ball valve to ensure that the production line can operate normally in abnormal situations such as partial power outages, thereby improving the reliability and safety of the system.

[0044] In a first aspect of the present invention, the compressed air valve assembly further includes a mounting bracket 3, the upper and middle parts of which are respectively connected to the outer periphery of the first air supply pipe 1 and the second air supply pipe 2, and the lower end of the mounting bracket 3 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface.

[0045] Specifically, the mounting bracket 3 provides installation support and increases maintenance space by suspending the first gas pipeline 1 and the second gas pipeline 2 in the air.

[0046] Secondly, this utility model also provides an auxiliary combustion spray gun for use in the side fire combustion of a photovoltaic glass kiln, comprising a spray gun body, wherein the air inlet end of the spray gun body is connected to the compressed air valve group.

[0047] Thirdly, this utility model also provides a side-fire combustion auxiliary device, including the auxiliary combustion spray gun.

[0048] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A compressed air valve assembly for use in the edge firing process of a photovoltaic glass furnace, characterized in that, include: The first gas supply pipe body has a first end connected to a compressed gas source and a second end connected to a sideburning device. Compressed gas flows from the first end to the second end. Along the flow direction of the compressed gas, the first gas supply pipe (1) is provided with a first valve body (11), a regulating valve (16), and a monitoring element in sequence. The first valve body (11) is located near the first end, and the monitoring element is located near the second end. The controller is connected to both the regulating valve (16) and the monitoring element. The monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed gas in the first gas supply pipe (1) and feed them back to the controller in real time. The controller receives the dynamic parameters and is adapted to control the opening of the regulating valve (16).

2. The compressed air valve assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The monitoring element is a pressure detection element (12), and the dynamic parameter is a gas pressure parameter.

3. The compressed air valve assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The monitoring element is a flow detection element, and the dynamic parameter is a flow parameter.

4. The compressed air valve assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The first gas supply pipe is also provided with a second valve body (15) and a third valve body (14). The second valve body (15) is located between the monitoring element and the regulating valve (16), and the third valve body (14) is located between the first valve body (11) and the regulating valve (16). It also includes a second gas supply pipe (2), which is connected in parallel with the first gas supply pipe (1). The second gas supply pipe (2) is provided with a third end and a fourth end. Along the flow direction of the compressed air, the third end is located at the rear end of the second valve body (15), and the fourth end is located at the rear end of the third valve body (14). The second gas supply pipe (2) is also provided with a fourth valve body (21).

5. The compressed air valve assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first valve body (11), the second valve body (15), the third valve body (14), and the fourth valve body (21) are all manual ball valves. In the first gas supply state, the first valve body (11), the second valve body (15), and the third valve body (14) are open, and the fourth valve body (21) is closed. The monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed air in the first gas supply pipeline (1). In the second gas supply state, the first valve body (11) and the fourth valve body (21) are open, and the second valve body (15) and the third valve body (14) are closed. The monitoring element is adapted to monitor the dynamic parameters of the compressed air in the second gas supply pipeline (2).

6. The compressed air valve assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first valve body (11), the second valve body (15), and the third valve body (14) are all electric valves and are all connected in communication with the controller. The fourth valve body (21) is a manual ball valve.

7. The compressed air valve assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a mounting bracket (3), the upper and middle parts of which are connected to the outer periphery of the first gas pipeline (1) and the second gas pipeline (2) respectively, and the lower end of the mounting bracket (3) is fixedly connected to the bottom surface.

8. An auxiliary combustion spray gun, used for side-fire combustion in a photovoltaic glass kiln, characterized in that, It includes a spray gun body, the air inlet of which is connected to the compressed air valve according to any one of claims 1-7.

9. A side-fire combustion auxiliary device, characterized in that, Includes the auxiliary combustion spray gun as described in claim 8.