Firefighting rescue suit washing and drying device
The integrated design of the fire rescue clothing washing and drying device enables rapid washing and drying in one step, solving the problem of fire rescue clothing being difficult to dry quickly, improving equipment turnover efficiency and service life, and adapting to the needs of multiple scenarios.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 郁南县消防救援大队
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-01
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-09
AI Technical Summary
Firefighting and rescue suits are difficult to wash and dry quickly after a rescue mission. Traditional sun-drying methods affect their lifespan and are inefficient, failing to meet the rapid turnover requirements of modern firefighting and rescue missions.
An integrated washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing was designed, comprising a main frame, a support frame assembly, and a washing and drying assembly, to achieve integrated washing and drying functions. Through the rapid switching between high-pressure water flow and hot air, combined with a three-dimensional spray and a perforated structure, it ensures that the equipment is thoroughly cleaned and dried.
It significantly shortens the equipment maintenance cycle, improves equipment turnover efficiency, extends service life, optimizes space utilization and ease of operation, and avoids the damage to materials caused by traditional sun-drying methods.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fire protection technology, and in particular to a washing and drying device for fire rescue clothing. Background Technology
[0002] With rapid urban development, the functions of fire and rescue teams have evolved from simple firefighting and rescue to comprehensive national fire and rescue teams capable of handling all types of disasters and accidents. However, with the increase in rescue missions, firefighters need to quickly put their equipment into operational readiness after each mission, especially personal protective equipment (PPE). After large-scale rescue operations, PPE often cannot be immediately put back into use. For example, fire-fighting protective suits need to be washed immediately after a rescue operation, but they are difficult to dry quickly. Traditional methods involve direct sunlight, which significantly reduces the lifespan of the suits, especially in cold seasons where they can take two or three days to dry, which is insufficient for current mission requirements. Utility Model Content
[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing, which achieves integrated washing and drying functions through integrated design, enabling rapid washing and drying of fire and rescue clothing for quick deployment in duty and combat readiness.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:
[0005] A washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing, including
[0006] The main frame includes a base frame and a gantry frame mounted on the base frame. Both the base frame and the gantry frame are hollow and connected. The gantry frame includes horizontal tubes and vertical tubes on both sides.
[0007] The support frame assembly includes a plurality of clothes racks arranged sequentially downward along the horizontal tube, each clothes rack being hollow and communicating with the horizontal tube, and having through holes.
[0008] The washer-dryer assembly includes a quick-connect interface and multiple spray heads. The quick-connect interface is connected to the base frame for selective connection to a water hose or a hot air blower. The multiple spray heads are located on the horizontal tube and are arranged sequentially on both sides of the clothes rack.
[0009] A fire rescue clothing washing and drying device according to an embodiment of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: The fire rescue clothing washing and drying device of this utility model achieves integrated washing and drying functions through integrated design, effectively solving the technical problem of low efficiency in the washing and drying of traditional fire equipment. The hollow interconnected structure of the main frame, combined with switchable washing and drying components, and quick-connect interface for connection to water hoses or hot air blowers, enables both high-pressure water rinsing and rapid hot air drying, significantly shortening the maintenance cycle of protective equipment (it should be noted that when switching from washing to drying, water inside the main frame and support frame components needs to be drained through the quick-connect interface to prevent water from entering the hot air blower and causing damage). The coordinated design of the gantry frame and drying rack allows the protective clothing to be fully unfolded for three-dimensional washing and drying, and the through-hole structure ensures that airflow and water flow evenly cover the inner and outer surfaces of the clothing. The device adopts a modular design concept, allowing for both fixed installation and mobile use, adapting to the space requirements of various fire stations. The overall solution significantly improves the turnover efficiency of personal protective equipment, ensuring that equipment can be quickly restored to combat readiness after a rescue mission. Meanwhile, standardized operating procedures reduce the intensity of manual maintenance, avoid damage to clothing materials caused by traditional sun exposure, and extend the service life of equipment. The device's multi-functional integrated features also save space in fire stations, optimize equipment management processes, and provide reliable hardware support for the construction of a modern fire and rescue system.
[0010] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the base frame is a U-shaped tube, and the vertical tubes on both sides of the gantry frame are connected to the two sides of the base frame.
[0011] The advantages are that the interconnected design of the U-shaped base frame and the gantry frame creates a highly efficient fluid channel, ensuring structural stability while optimizing the distribution efficiency of hot air and water flow. This symmetrical layout facilitates the even distribution of the washing and drying media, improving the overall system's heat exchange efficiency.
[0012] According to some embodiments of this utility model, multiple shoe drying racks are arranged sequentially on the other two sides of the base frame. Each shoe drying rack includes a vertically upward long tube and a short tube. The long tube and the short tube are used to insert fire shoes, and the long tube and the short tube are provided with through holes.
[0013] The advantages are: the innovative design of the shoe rack allows for the simultaneous processing of firefighting shoes and other equipment; the combination of long and short tubes facilitates staggered placement of firefighting shoes; and the perforated structure ensures that both the inside and outside of the shoes are thoroughly cleaned and dried, solving the problem of low efficiency in traditional shoe drying methods.
[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vertical tube is provided with a hanging tube, the hanging tube is provided with a through hole, and the hanging tube is used to hang helmets and gloves.
[0015] The advantages are: the suspension tube design expands the device's versatility, making it easier to place, clean, and dry small items such as helmets and gloves. This three-dimensional storage design maintains the equipment's ventilation while avoiding the cleaning dead spots caused by traditional stacking.
[0016] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the clothes rack, the shoe rack, and the hanging pipe are all equipped with separate on / off valves.
[0017] The advantage is that the independent on / off valve configuration enables zoned control of different equipment, allowing for flexible adjustment of the washing and drying intensity of each part according to actual needs. This modular control method significantly improves energy efficiency while meeting the differentiated processing requirements of different types of equipment.
[0018] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the clothes rack is inverted U-shaped, and a vertically downward spray pipe is provided in the middle of the clothes rack, and the spray pipe has through holes.
[0019] The advantage is that the inverted U-shaped clothes rack, combined with the central spray pipe, forms a three-dimensional washing and drying network, ensuring that both the inner and outer surfaces of the protective clothing are thoroughly treated. This three-dimensional spray structure is particularly suitable for handling the deep cleaning needs of heavy protective clothing, effectively overcoming the limitations of traditional flat drying.
[0020] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the water hose is further provided with a venturi tube, one end of which is provided with a water inlet, a cleaning agent inlet, and a mixing outlet. The water inlet is connected to the water hose, the cleaning agent inlet is connected to the cleaning agent storage tank, and the mixing outlet is used to connect to the quick-connect interface.
[0021] The advantages are that the venturi tube design enables automatic mixing of the cleaning agent, simplifying the operation process while ensuring the accuracy of the mixing ratio. This integrated solution avoids errors caused by manual addition, significantly improving cleaning effectiveness and ease of operation.
[0022] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the washing and drying assembly further includes a spray water gun connected to the main frame.
[0023] The advantage is that the external spray nozzle can be used by firefighters as needed, expanding the device's localized deep cleaning capabilities, making it particularly suitable for treating stubborn stains. This supplementary design enhances the device's versatility, allowing for a seamless combination of routine cleaning and targeted stain removal.
[0024] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the base frame is further provided with a drain pipe, and the drain pipe is provided with a switch valve.
[0025] The advantages are: the drainage pipes complete the closed-loop water circulation system of the device, facilitating the rapid discharge of wastewater and maintaining a clean working environment. The on / off valve control enables precise timing of drainage, avoiding water waste.
[0026] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the bottom of the base frame is provided with casters, and the casters are provided with locking devices.
[0027] The advantages are: the casters give the unit excellent mobility, allowing for flexible repositioning during washing and drying operations. The locking mechanism ensures stability during operation, balancing ease of movement with operational safety.
[0028] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0031] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a clothes drying rack;
[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a clothes drying rack;
[0033] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a shoe drying rack;
[0034] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the central suspension pipe.
[0035] Attached reference numerals: base frame 100, gantry frame 110, horizontal pipe 120, vertical pipe 130, clothes rack 140, through hole 150, quick connector 160, sprinkler head 170, shoe rack 180, long pipe 190, short pipe 200, hanging pipe 210, switch valve 220, sprinkler pipe 230, venturi pipe 240, water inlet 250, cleaning agent suction port 260, mixing outlet 270, spray gun 280, drain pipe 290, caster wheel 300. Detailed Implementation
[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0038] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" and "second" are mentioned, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features or the order of the indicated technical features.
[0039] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation, connection, and linkage" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between 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.
[0040] The following is for reference. Figures 1-5 A washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing is described in detail with reference to a specific embodiment. It is to be understood that the following description is merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of the invention.
[0041] like Figure 1 As shown, a fire rescue clothing washing and drying device mainly consists of three parts: a main frame, a support frame assembly, and a washing and drying assembly. The components work together to form a complete washing and drying system.
[0042] The main frame adopts a hollow, interconnected structure design, including a U-shaped base frame 100 and a gantry frame 110 mounted on the base frame 100. The gantry frame 110 consists of horizontal pipes 120 and two vertical pipes 130 on both sides, with the vertical pipes 130 connected to both sides of the base frame 100 to form a stable fluid channel network. This structure ensures the stability of the device while providing an efficient path for the flow of water and hot air. The base frame 100 is equipped with casters 300 with locking devices (not shown in the figure), allowing the device to be moved flexibly and fixed in position as needed to meet the requirements of different usage scenarios. The base frame 100 also has a drain pipe 290 and a switch valve 220 to facilitate the rapid discharge of wastewater after cleaning, maintaining a clean working environment.
[0043] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the support frame assembly includes multiple inverted U-shaped clothes racks 140, arranged downwards along the horizontal tube 120. The clothes racks 140 have a hollow structure, communicating with the interior of the horizontal tube 120. Evenly distributed through holes 150 on the frame ensure that water and hot air can fully cover the surface of the protective clothing. A vertically downward spray pipe 230 is also provided in the middle of the clothes rack 140 to further enhance the cleaning effect. Shoe racks 180 are provided on both sides of the base frame 100, such as... Figure 3 As shown, it includes a combination of long tubes 190 and short tubes 200, specifically designed for securing fire boots. Through-holes 150 on the tubes ensure thorough cleaning and drying both inside and outside the boot. Figure 4 As shown, a hanging pipe 210 is installed on the vertical pipe 130 for hanging small equipment such as helmets and gloves. The shape of the hanging pipe 210 is not limited, allowing for the simultaneous processing of various protective equipment. Each branch (clothes rack 140, shoe rack 180, hanging pipe 210) is equipped with an independent switch valve 220, which can flexibly adjust the washing and drying intensity of each part according to actual needs, achieving precise control.
[0044] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, the washing and drying assembly is the core functional module of the device, including key components such as the quick-connect interface 160, spray heads 170, and venturi tubes 240. The quick-connect interface 160 connects to the base frame 100 and can be connected to a water hose or a hot air blower (not shown in the figure, but can be selected according to actual conditions) to quickly switch between washing and drying modes. The spray heads 170 are distributed along the horizontal pipe 120 on both sides of the clothes rack 140, forming a three-dimensional spray network to ensure thorough cleaning. The venturi tubes 240 are located at the front end of the water hose, and through the coordinated action of the water inlet 250, detergent suction inlet 260, and mixing outlet 270, they achieve automatic and precise mixing of the detergent, significantly improving cleaning effect and ease of operation. In addition, the device is equipped with an external spray gun 280 for targeted cleaning of stubborn stains, further enhancing cleaning capabilities.
[0045] The device operates scientifically and rationally: during cleaning, water flows through the Venturi tube 240, mixes with the cleaning agent, and then enters the main frame through the quick-connect interface 160. The protective suit is then thoroughly rinsed through the spray heads 170 and spray pipes 230. During drying, residual water is first drained through the drain pipe 290, and then a hot air blower is switched to supply hot air to the system for rapid drying of the equipment. Throughout the process, independent on / off valves 220 on each branch allow for differentiated treatment of different equipment, while the casters 300 facilitate equipment movement and adjustment.
[0046] The innovative design of this utility model brings significant benefits: the integrated washing and drying function greatly shortens equipment maintenance time, enabling protective equipment to quickly return to combat readiness; the three-dimensional washing and drying network ensures that all types of equipment are thoroughly cleaned and dried; the modular design improves space utilization and optimizes the equipment management process of fire stations; the scientific fluid channel design and independent control function improve energy efficiency; and it avoids the damage to equipment materials caused by traditional sun exposure methods, effectively extending the service life of the equipment. This device is easy to operate, highly adaptable, and provides reliable technical support for modern fire and rescue operations.
[0047] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0048] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing, characterized in that, include: The main frame includes a base frame (100) and a gantry frame (110) mounted on the base frame (100). The base frame (100) and the gantry frame (110) are hollow and connected. The gantry frame (110) includes a horizontal tube (120) and vertical tubes (130) on both sides. The support frame assembly includes a plurality of clothes racks (140) arranged sequentially downward along the horizontal tube (120). The clothes racks (140) are hollow and communicate with the horizontal tube (120). The clothes racks (140) are provided with through holes (150). The washer-dryer assembly includes a quick connector (160) and multiple spray heads (170). The quick connector (160) is connected to the base frame (100) for selective connection to a water hose or a hot air blower. The multiple spray heads (170) are located on the horizontal tube (120) and are arranged sequentially on both sides of the clothes rack (140).
2. The fire rescue clothing washing and drying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base frame (100) is a U-shaped tube, and the vertical tubes (130) on both sides of the gantry frame (110) are connected to the two sides of the base frame (100).
3. The fire rescue clothing washing and drying device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base frame (100) has multiple shoe drying racks (180) arranged sequentially on the other two sides. Each shoe drying rack (180) includes a vertically upward long tube (190) and a short tube (200). The long tube (190) and the short tube (200) are used to insert fire shoes. The long tube (190) and the short tube (200) are provided with through holes (150).
4. A washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing according to claim 3, characterized in that, The vertical tube (130) is provided with a hanging tube (210), and the hanging tube (210) is provided with a through hole (150). The hanging tube (210) is used to hang helmets and gloves.
5. A fire rescue clothing washing and drying device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The clothes rack (140), the shoe rack (180), and the hanging pipe (210) are each equipped with a separate on / off valve (220).
6. A washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clothes rack (140) is inverted U-shaped, and a vertically downward spray pipe (230) is provided in the middle of the clothes rack (140), and the spray pipe (230) is provided with a through hole (150).
7. A washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hose is also equipped with a venturi tube (240), one end of which is provided with a water inlet (250), a cleaning agent suction inlet (260) and a mixing outlet (270). The water inlet (250) is connected to the hose, the cleaning agent suction inlet (260) is connected to the cleaning agent storage tank, and the mixing outlet (270) is used to connect to the quick connector (160).
8. A washing and drying device for fire and rescue clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The washing and drying assembly also includes a spray gun (280) connected to the main frame.
9. A washing and drying device for fire rescue clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base frame (100) is also provided with a drain pipe (290), and the drain pipe (290) is provided with a switch valve (220).
10. A washing and drying device for fire rescue clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the base frame (100) is provided with casters (300), and the casters (300) are provided with locking devices.