A hopper

Abstract

This utility model discloses a hopper for use with a forklift, comprising: an arc-shaped support section; a baffle located at the end of the support section, forming a receiving space between the baffle and the support section for holding aluminum ash; and a locking device located above the baffle, comprising a latch and a locking pin. The latch is fixedly connected to the baffle and connected to the forklift via the locking pin. The baffle has a preset angle relative to the support section. In this application, the arc-shaped support section and the baffle located at the end of the support section, along with the locking device located above the baffle, restrict the hopper's left-right and up-down movement during transportation. The preset angle between the baffle and the support section enables rapid loading and unloading of aluminum ash. The cooperation of the latch and the locking pin allows for quick disassembly and assembly of the hopper and the forklift, effectively solving the problem of hopper tipping over. This design is simple and practical.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aluminum recycling technology, and in particular to a hopper. Background Technology

[0002] The hopper is used to hold and transfer high-temperature aluminum ash. In the process of processing aluminum ash and recovering metallic aluminum from it, primary aluminum ash rich in metallic aluminum is roasted at high temperature and the metallic aluminum is separated by the ash roasting machine, which produces aluminum ash with a lower metallic aluminum content. This aluminum ash is a fine powder, and because of its high temperature, it needs to be held in a special aluminum ash hopper and transferred to a suitable location for centralized processing using a forklift.

[0003] In the process of aluminum ash processing, especially in the recycling of metallic aluminum, spent aluminum ash is a byproduct generated after processing by a ash roasting machine. Due to the fine particles and high temperature of spent aluminum ash, ordinary hoppers face the risks of uneven accumulation, material displacement, and potential tipping during loading and transfer. This is especially true when using forklifts for long-distance transport, where vibration and unstable transport environments can easily cause the hoppers to slip off the forklifts or tilt, increasing labor intensity and potentially leading to safety accidents. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention addresses the risks of uneven stacking, material shifting, and potential tipping of ordinary hoppers during loading and transfer, especially during long-distance forklift transport where vibration and unstable transport environments can cause hoppers to slip or tilt, increasing labor intensity and potentially leading to accidents. The invention provides a hopper with the following technical solution:

[0005] A hopper for use with a forklift, comprising:

[0006] The support section has an arc-shaped structure;

[0007] A baffle is located at the end of the support portion, and a receiving space is formed between the baffle and the support portion, the receiving space being used to hold aluminum ash;

[0008] A locking device is located above the baffle. The locking device includes a latch and a locking pin. The latch is fixedly connected to the baffle, and the latch is connected to the forklift through the locking pin.

[0009] The baffle has a preset angle relative to the support.

[0010] Preferably, the latch includes a fixing part and a plurality of connecting parts. The fixing part is welded to the baffle. In the extending direction of the fixing part, the plurality of connecting parts are spaced apart on the side of the fixing part away from the baffle.

[0011] The connecting part is provided with a through hole, which matches the locking pin, so that the connecting part can be detachably connected to the forklift through the locking pin.

[0012] Preferably, the locking pin has a T-shaped structure and a preset state relative to the connecting part. When the locking pin is in the first preset state, the locking pin passes through the through hole to connect the connecting part to the forklift. When the locking pin is in the second preset state, the locking pin moves away from the through hole to separate the connecting part from the forklift.

[0013] Preferably, the baffle has a first connecting line in the height direction and the support has a second connecting line in the length direction, and the first connecting line and the second connecting line have the preset angle, which is 90° to 120°.

[0014] Preferably, three baffles are provided, and the baffles are welded to the support.

[0015] Preferably, the support portion has a first region and a second region, the first region having a rectangular structure and the second region having an arc-shaped structure.

[0016] Preferably, the second region includes an arc-shaped portion and planar portions located on both sides of the arc-shaped portion, the planar portions being fixedly connected to the baffle.

[0017] The technological advancements achieved by this invention compared to existing technologies are as follows:

[0018] This utility model features an arc-shaped support section and a baffle at the end of the support section. A locking device is located above the baffle and includes a latch and a locking pin. The latch is fixedly connected to the baffle and the latch is connected to the forklift via the locking pin, thereby restricting the hopper from moving left and right or up and down during transportation. The baffle has a preset angle relative to the support section, enabling rapid loading and unloading of aluminum ash. Through the cooperation of the latch and the locking pin, the hopper can be quickly disassembled and installed on the forklift, effectively solving the problem of hopper tipping over. It is simple and practical. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The accompanying drawings are provided to further understand the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof.

[0020] In the attached diagram:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the hopper and forklift in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the hopper structure in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the hopper and forklift in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the hopper and forklift in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a side view of the hopper and forklift in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the hopper and forklift in another embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a side view of the hopper and forklift in another embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Support part; 11. First area; 12. Second area; 120. Arc-shaped part; 121. Flat part; 2. Baffle; 3. Locking device; 4. Lock; 41. Fixing part; 42. Connecting part; 420. Through hole; 5. Locking pin; 6. Accommodation space; 7. Preset angle; 8. First connecting line; 9. Second connecting line; 10. Limiting component; 100. Forklift; 101. Crossbeam; 102. Fork arm. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The following specific embodiments can be combined with each other, and the same or similar concepts or processes may not be described again in some embodiments. The embodiments of this utility model will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0030] like Figures 1 to 7As shown, this utility model discloses a hopper for a forklift 100. The hopper includes a support part 1, a baffle 2, and a locking device 3. The support part 1 has an arc-shaped structure, which provides load-bearing capacity and stability for the entire hopper. The baffle 2 is located at the end of the support part 1, forming a receiving space 6 between the baffle 2 and the support part 1. The receiving space 6 is used to hold aluminum ash, allowing the aluminum ash to accumulate sufficiently within the receiving space 6 without easily overflowing. In one example, the baffle 2 is welded to the support part 1 to ensure a seamless connection, thereby effectively preventing aluminum ash from spilling. The locking device 3 is located above the baffle 2 and is used to fix the hopper to the required equipment for transportation. The locking device 3 includes a latch 4 and a locking pin 5. The latch 4 is fixedly connected to the baffle 2. The fixed connection method can be adapted as needed. In one example, the required equipment is a forklift 100. The latch 4 on the locking device 3 is connected to the forklift 100 through the locking pin 5, thereby restricting the left and right and up and down movement of the hopper during transportation. This ensures that the hopper can be firmly fixed on the forklift 100, making it easy for the forklift 100 to transport and move the hopper to the required position or area. The baffle 2 has a preset angle 7 relative to the support part 1, which helps the flow and unloading of aluminum ash, ensuring greater efficiency during use and reducing the resistance of aluminum ash accumulation, thereby improving work efficiency.

[0031] In use, the operator places aluminum ash into the receiving space 6. Because the bottom support 1 has an arc-shaped structure, when the aluminum ash contacts the support 1, it naturally falls along the arc edge to the lowest point, ensuring even distribution. Simultaneously, the locking device 3 secures it to the crossbeam 101 of the forklift 100, preventing the forklift 100 from deviating from its center during aluminum ash transport and ensuring the hopper does not easily slip or tip over on the forklift 100. In one example, such as... Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the bottom of the support part 1 of the hopper is provided with a plurality of limiting members 10, the limiting members 10 being arranged along the width direction of the support part 1 (e.g., Figure 1 Extending in the y-direction, the limiting member 10 can effectively limit the position of the hopper on the crossbeam 101 of the forklift 100, thereby ensuring the position of the hopper during the conveying process and avoiding deviation. In this application, four limiting members 10 are provided. In the assembled state, each crossbeam 101 is located between every two limiting members 10, thereby ensuring the position of the hopper. It should be noted that the limiting member 10 can be a long strip or a discontinuous rectangular block.

[0032] In this application, an arc-shaped support section and a baffle at the end of the support section are provided. A locking device is located above the baffle and includes a latch and a locking pin. The latch is fixedly connected to the baffle and the latch is connected to the forklift through the locking pin, thereby restricting the hopper from moving left and right and up and down during transportation. The baffle has a preset angle relative to the support section, which enables the rapid loading and unloading of aluminum ash. Through the cooperation of the latch and the locking pin, the hopper can be quickly disassembled and installed on the forklift, effectively solving the problem of hopper tipping over. It is simple and practical.

[0033] Preferred, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the latch 4 includes a fixing part 41 and multiple connecting parts 42. The fixing part 41 is welded to the baffle 2 to ensure the stability of the structure and the durability of long-term use. In the extending direction of the fixing part 41 (e.g., Figure 2 In the z-direction shown, multiple connecting portions 42 are spaced apart on the side of the fixing portion 41 away from the baffle 2. The number of connecting portions 42 can be two, four, five, etc., and can be adapted as needed. In this application, there are two connecting portions 42, and each connecting portion 42 is a steel plate, along the extending direction of the fixing portion 41 (e.g., in the z-direction shown). Figure 2 (As shown in the z-direction), the thickness of the steel plate is 8-12mm, and the height distance between the two steel plates is 30-50mm greater than the height of the crossarm 101 of the forklift 100. For example, if the height distance between the two steel plates is 80mm, the height of the crossarm 101 is 50mm; or if the height distance between the two steel plates is 120mm, the height of the crossarm 101 is 70mm. During use, the two connecting parts 42 and the fixing part 41 form an F-type locking buckle 4, ensuring that the locking buckle 4 is structurally evenly distributed, capable of withstanding greater loads without easily being damaged. The connecting parts 42 are detachably connected to the forklift 100 via locking pins 5. The connecting parts 42 are provided with through holes 420, which match the locking pins 5. The shape of the through holes 420 is consistent with the radial cross-section of the locking pins 5, thereby facilitating the installation or removal of the hopper by the operator on the forklift 100.

[0034] For the best options, please continue to refer to them. Figure 2 and Figure 3 The locking pin 5 has a T-shaped structure. This T-shaped structure effectively enhances the safety and flexibility of the connection between the connecting part 42 and the forklift 100. Simultaneously, the T-shaped structure increases the load-bearing capacity of the locking pin 5, enabling the entire locking mechanism 4 to withstand greater torque and external loads, ensuring the safety of hopper transportation. The T-shaped locking pin 5 is made of round steel with a cross-sectional diameter of 18mm. The locking pin 5 has a preset state relative to the connecting part 42. When the locking pin 5 is in the first preset state, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, the locking pin 5 passes through the connecting part 42 to connect the connecting part 42 to the forklift 100. That is, during operation, the locking pin 5 can be easily inserted into the through hole 420 to complete the fixed connection with the forklift 100. When the locking pin 5 is in the second preset state, as... Figure 2 As shown, the locking pin 5 is away from the through hole 420 to separate the connecting part 42 from the forklift 100. That is, when the hopper needs to be disassembled, the operator only needs to pull out the locking pin 5 to easily separate the hopper and the forklift 100, thereby improving the flexibility and convenience of operation.

[0035] Preferred, such as Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the height direction of baffle 2 (e.g.) Figure 5 The first connecting line 8 is shown in the z-direction, and the length direction of the support 1 (as shown) is... Figure 5 The first connecting line 8 and the second connecting line 9 (in the x-direction shown) have a second connecting line 9. The first connecting line 8 and the second connecting line 9 have a preset angle 7, which is between 90° and 120°. This balances the force distribution between the baffle 2 and the support 1, and avoids the negative impact of an excessively large or small preset angle 7 on the stability of the hopper. For example, when the preset angle 7 is 90°, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the connection between the baffle 2 and the support 1 is at a right angle, which is suitable for applications requiring a larger volume of space 6. This increases the space for accommodating aluminum ash and is suitable for loading large quantities of aluminum ash. For example, when the preset angle 7 is 120°, such as... Figure 7 As shown, the preset angle 7 between the baffle 2 and the support 1 is more relaxed, which helps the aluminum ash to flow and unload quickly, and reduces the accumulation and resistance of aluminum ash during transportation.

[0036] Preferably, the number of baffles 2 is adapted to the needs. As shown in Figures 1-2, there are three baffles 2. All three baffles 2 are welded to the support part 1 so that one side of the support part 1 has an inlet and outlet, which facilitates the holding or unloading of aluminum ash.

[0037] Preferred, such as Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, the support part 1 has a first area 11 and a second area 12. The first area 11 has a rectangular structure and is used to shovel aluminum ash from the ground into the receiving space 6. The second area 12 has an arc-shaped structure and is used to hold aluminum ash. In use, for example, the operator can directly use tools to put the aluminum ash into the second area 12 for easy subsequent transportation and transfer of aluminum ash. Or, for example, the hopper is fixed on the forklift 100. The operator moves the forklift 100 to move the hopper to the required position and moves the first area 11 close to the required position to shovel the aluminum ash from the ground into the second area 12, thereby completing the storage work.

[0038] Preferred, such as Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, the second region 12 includes an arc-shaped portion 120 and flat portions 121 located on both sides of the arc-shaped portion 120. The flat portions 121 are fixedly connected to the baffle 2. In one example, the opening of the arc-shaped portion 120 faces upward, as shown. Figure 1 As shown, when the operator places aluminum ash into the second area 12, the aluminum ash first gathers in the middle along the edge of the arc-shaped portion 120. When the aluminum ash fills the arc-shaped portion 120, it disperses to both sides, thus concentrating the force of the aluminum ash in the middle and preventing the hopper from shifting during conveying and movement. In another example, the opening of the arc-shaped portion 120 faces downwards, as shown... Figure 6 As shown, when the operator places aluminum ash in the second area 12, the aluminum ash will first be evenly distributed to both sides along the edge of the arc-shaped part 120. When the height of the aluminum ash is equal to the top of the arc-shaped part 120, the aluminum ash will concentrate towards the center, thereby concentrating the force of the aluminum ash on both sides and preventing the hopper from shifting and causing the aluminum ash to spill during the conveying and transfer process.

[0039] The working principle of a hopper in this application is as follows:

[0040] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, first, the fork arm 102 of the forklift 100 is placed at the bottom of the hopper. Then, the operator moves the latch 4 on the locking device 3 on the hopper close to the crossarm 101 of the forklift 100. That is, the connecting part 42 of the latch 4 is located on both sides of the crossarm 101 of the forklift 100. At the same time, the hole on the crossarm 101 and the through hole 420 on the latch 4 are located on the same central axis. Then, the operator passes the locking pin 5 on the locking device 3 through the hole and the through hole 420 respectively, thereby fixing the hopper to the forklift 100. Finally, the operator places the aluminum ash into the receiving space 6 and starts the forklift 100 to drive the hopper to be transported or moved to the next required location for centralized storage and subsequent use.

[0041] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A hopper, characterized in that, For use with forklifts, including: The support section has an arc-shaped structure; A baffle is located at the end of the support portion, and a receiving space is formed between the baffle and the support portion, the receiving space being used to hold aluminum ash; A locking device is located above the baffle. The locking device includes a latch and a locking pin. The latch is fixedly connected to the baffle, and the latch is connected to the forklift through the locking pin. The baffle has a preset angle relative to the support.

2. The hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The latch includes a fixing part and a plurality of connecting parts. The fixing part is welded to the baffle. In the extending direction of the fixing part, the plurality of connecting parts are spaced apart on the side of the fixing part away from the baffle. The connecting part is provided with a through hole, which matches the locking pin, so that the connecting part can be detachably connected to the forklift through the locking pin.

3. The hopper according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking pin has a T-shaped structure and a preset state relative to the connecting part. When the locking pin is in the first preset state, the locking pin passes through the through hole to connect the connecting part to the forklift. When the locking pin is in the second preset state, the locking pin moves away from the through hole to separate the connecting part from the forklift.

4. The hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The baffle has a first connecting line in the height direction and the support has a second connecting line in the length direction. The first connecting line and the second connecting line have the preset angle, which is 90° to 120°.

5. The hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The baffle is provided in three parts, and the baffle is welded to the support.

6. The hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support portion has a first region and a second region, the first region having a rectangular structure and the second region having an arc-shaped structure.

7. The hopper according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second region includes an arc-shaped portion and flat portions located on both sides of the arc-shaped portion, the flat portions being fixedly connected to the baffle.

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