A reverse quick installation torque tube and column reinforcing frame
By using a reverse-installation quick-installation reinforcement frame, which supports the torque tube and suspended column using the frame body, limiting components, and adjustment components, the problem of installation accuracy of columns and torque tubes in photovoltaic projects is solved, improving installation efficiency and accuracy, reducing manpower consumption, and ensuring construction quality.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SINOHYDRO BUREAU 11 CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-16
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic panel installation technology, and in particular to a reinforcing frame for reverse rapid installation of torque tubes and columns. Background Technology
[0002] In the construction of tracking photovoltaic projects, the installation of columns and torque tubes is generally carried out step by step from the bottom of the structure upwards. During construction, the marking lines for the torque tubes are first measured and laid out. The height and verticality of the columns are adjusted manually through the marking lines. The columns are then fixed with clamps with screws. Concrete is then poured into the holes in the columns. When the concrete of the column foundation reaches a certain strength, the torque tubes and the flip motor are installed step by step. The accuracy of the torque tubes is adjusted through the bolt holes of the torque tubes and the column connectors to ensure that the torque tubes are straight. Finally, the photovoltaic panel brackets and photovoltaic panels are installed.
[0003] This conventional technology requires the columns to be installed and fixed hole by hole (due to varying elevations, some locations require drilling, while others require backfilling or pouring concrete for the base). This relies on manual adjustment and is prone to accuracy issues. After a single column is completed, it must be manually lifted and connected to the photovoltaic torque pipes one by one, resulting in significant physical exertion for workers. After all connections are completed, the torque pipes must be readjusted to ensure straightness. If the accuracy of individual columns is insufficient, bolt adjustments must be made, which is extremely laborious and time-consuming. If the accuracy deviation exceeds the acceptable range, rework may be necessary, posing a potential risk to the high-quality operation of tracking photovoltaic projects.
[0004] Therefore, this application proposes a reinforcing frame for reverse rapid installation of torque tubes and columns, in order to improve installation efficiency and accuracy. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problems in the prior art by proposing a reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0007] A reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns includes a frame body for supporting torque tubes, a stop bar for limiting the position of the columns, and two support rods. The top of the frame body is provided with two sets of limiting components for limiting the position of the torque tubes. Both sets of limiting components are located on the surface of the horizontal bar away from the open part of the frame body, and the two sets of limiting components are symmetrically arranged. The bottom of the frame body is provided with multiple sets of adjusting components for adjusting the height and horizontal angle of the frame body.
[0008] In some embodiments, the frame includes a plurality of uprights and crossbars fixed between the plurality of uprights, wherein the plurality of crossbars are arranged in a double layer on the surface of the plurality of uprights.
[0009] In some embodiments, the frame is U-shaped, and the opening of the frame is located on one side of the frame.
[0010] In some embodiments, the limiting assembly includes two first buckles hinged together and a limiting block fixed to the upper surface of one of the first buckles, the limiting block being triangular, and the two first buckles being sleeved on the surface of the crossbar and fixed by bolts.
[0011] In some embodiments, multiple sets of the adjustment components are located at the lower ends of multiple uprights. Each adjustment component includes a threaded post inserted into the lower end of the upright and a threaded cap for limiting the height of the upright. The threaded cap is threaded onto the surface of the threaded post, and the diameter of the threaded cap is larger than the diameter of the upright.
[0012] In some embodiments, the two ends of the stop bar are mounted on the surfaces of two crossbars located below by fixing components, and the stop bar limits one side of the column.
[0013] In some embodiments, the two support rods are respectively mounted obliquely on the surface of a lower crossbar by a fixing assembly, both support rods are located on the side of the frame away from the open area, and one end of both support rods abuts against the inner wall of the column.
[0014] In some embodiments, the fixing assembly includes two second latches hinged to each other and two third latches hinged to each other, wherein one of the second latches is fixedly connected to one of the third latches, and the two second latches and the two third latches are respectively fastened together by bolts.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns, which has the following beneficial effects.
[0016] 1. This utility model, by setting up a frame, facilitates the support of the torque tube, and then the column is installed on the surface of the torque tube, so that the column is suspended on the surface of the torque tube; by installing the torque tube and the column in reverse, the problem of photovoltaic torque tube installation adjustment caused by the deviation of the column installation accuracy is effectively avoided, thereby improving the installation accuracy and installation efficiency.
[0017] 2. This utility model supports and limits the column by setting a stop bar and two support rods to prevent the column from shifting during cement pouring. By setting two sets of limiting components, the position of the adjusted torque tube is limited. Therefore, multiple sets of independent adjustment components are set to adjust the height and horizontal angle of the frame.
[0018] Other advantages, objectives and features of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows; and in part will be apparent to those skilled in the art upon examination of the following description; or may be taught from practice of this invention. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is a front view structural diagram of the present invention.
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model in use.
[0021] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the adjustment component in this utility model.
[0023] Figure 5 This utility model Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point B.
[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the fixing component in this utility model.
[0025] In the picture:
[0026] 1. Frame; 101. Upright; 102. Horizontal bar; 2. Limiting assembly; 201. First buckle; 202. Limiting block; 3. Adjusting assembly; 301. Threaded post; 302. Threaded cap; 303. Base plate; 4. Stop bar; 5. Support rod; 6. Fixing assembly; 601. Second buckle; 602. Third buckle; 7. Torque tube; 8. Upright. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.
[0028] Reference Figure 1-6 A reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tube and column includes a frame body 1 for supporting torque tube 7, a stop bar 4 for limiting column 8, and two support bars 5.
[0029] The frame 1 includes multiple uprights 101 and horizontal bars 102 fixed between the multiple uprights 101. The multiple horizontal bars 102 are arranged in a double layer on the surface of the multiple uprights 101. The frame 1 is U-shaped, and the opening of the frame 1 is located on one side of the frame 1.
[0030] It is understandable that by setting up the frame 1, the torque tube 7 can be easily supported, and then the column 8 is installed on the surface of the torque tube 7, so that the column 8 is suspended on the surface of the torque tube 7. By installing the torque tube 7 and the column 8 in reverse, the problem of photovoltaic torque tube installation adjustment caused by the installation accuracy deviation of the column 8 is effectively avoided, thereby improving the installation accuracy and installation efficiency. The column 8 is supported and limited by the stop bar 4 and two support rods 5, thereby preventing the column 8 from shaking.
[0031] By setting the frame 1 in a U-shape, it is easier to move the uprights 8 between the frames 1.
[0032] Specifically, the top of the frame 1 is provided with two sets of limiting components 2 for limiting the torque tube 7. Both sets of limiting components 2 are located on the surface of the crossbar 102 away from the open part of the frame 1, and the two sets of limiting components 2 are symmetrically arranged. The limiting component 2 includes two first buckles 201 that are hinged to each other and a limiting block 202 fixed on the upper surface of one of the first buckles 201. The limiting block 202 is triangular. The two first buckles 201 are sleeved on the surface of the crossbar 102 and fixed by bolts.
[0033] Understandably, after the torque tube 7 is placed on top of the frame 1, the position of the torque tube 7 is adjusted. By setting two sets of limiting components 2, the position of the adjusted torque tube 7 is limited. The two first buckles 201 are sleeved on the surface of the crossbar 102 by bolts, so that the limiting block 202 abuts against the surface of the torque tube 7. Under the action of the two sets of limiting components 2, the position of the torque tube 7 is limited.
[0034] Specifically, the lower ends of multiple uprights 101 are respectively provided with adjustment components 3 for adjusting the height and horizontal angle of the frame 1. The adjustment components 3 include threaded posts 301 inserted into the lower ends of the uprights 101 and threaded caps 302 for limiting the height of the uprights 101. The threaded caps 302 are threadedly connected to the surface of the threaded posts 301. The diameter of the threaded caps 302 is larger than the diameter of the uprights 101. Two handles are fixed on the surface of the threaded caps 302. A base plate 303 is fixed at the lower end of the threaded posts 301.
[0035] Understandably, since the ground is uneven at the installation positions of the uprights 8 and the torque tube 7, multiple independent adjustment components 3 are set up to adjust the height and horizontal angle of the frame 1 in order to keep the torque tube 7 at the required height. By inserting the upper end of the threaded column 301 into the lower end of the upright 101 and rotating the position of the threaded cap 302 on the surface of the threaded column 301, the total length of the upright 101 and the threaded column 301 can be adjusted, thereby adjusting the height and horizontal angle of the frame 1.
[0036] Specifically, the two ends of the stop bar 4 are installed on the surfaces of the two lower crossbars 102 via fixing components 6, and the stop bar 4 limits one side of the column 8; the two support rods 5 are respectively installed obliquely on the surface of one of the lower crossbars 102 via fixing components 6, and both support rods 5 are located on the side of the frame 1 away from the open area, and one end of both support rods 5 abuts against the inner wall of the column 8, further limiting the position of the column 8.
[0037] Understandably, after the column 8 is installed on the surface of the torque tube 7, the column 8 is in a suspended state. The column 8 is permanently fixed by pouring cement. Therefore, the column 8 is supported and limited by the stop bar 4 and the two support bars 5 to prevent the column 8 from shifting when pouring cement.
[0038] Specifically, the fixing component 6 includes two second buckles 601 that are hinged to each other and two third buckles 602 that are hinged to each other. One of the second buckles 601 is fixedly connected to one of the third buckles 602, and the two second buckles 601 and the two third buckles 602 are respectively fastened together by bolts.
[0039] Understandably, when fixing the stop bar 4, the two second buckles 601 are fastened to the surface of the crossbar 102 by bolts, and the two third buckles 602 are fastened to one end of the stop bar 4, thereby installing the stop bar 4 on the surface of the two crossbars 102; when fixing the support rod 5, the two third buckles 602 are fastened to one end of the support rod 5 by bolts, and the two second buckles 601 are fastened to the surface of the crossbar 102 by bolts. At the same time, the tilt angle of the support rod 5 can be adjusted so that the support rod 5 abuts against the inner wall of the column 8.
[0040] In this invention, when installing the torque tube 7 and the upright column 8, the frame 1 is placed in a pre-planned position. By rotating the handle, the position of the threaded cap 302 on the surface of the threaded column 301 is adjusted, thereby adjusting the total length of the upright column 101 and the threaded column 301. The height and horizontal angle of the frame 1 are adjusted to the set position. Then, the torque tube 7 is connected and fixed to the previously installed torque tube 7, and the torque tube 7 is placed on top of the frame 1. The adjusted position of the torque tube 7 is limited by two sets of limiting components 2. The two first buckles 201 are then fitted onto the frame 1 with bolts. The surface of the crossbar 102 is used to make the limiting block 202 abut against the surface of the torque tube 7. Under the action of the two sets of limiting components 2, the position of the torque tube 7 is limited. After all the torque tubes 7 are quickly connected, the column 8 is fixed to the surface of the torque tube 7, so that the column 8 is in a free suspension state. The column 8 is supported and limited by the stop bar 4 and two support rods 5 to keep the column 8 vertical, thereby preventing the column 8 from shifting when pouring cement. Then, concrete is poured at the bottom of the column 8. After the concrete solidifies, the frame 1 is dismantled and reused.
[0041] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0042] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some 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, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples; although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns, characterized in that, The frame (1) includes a frame for supporting the torque tube (7), a stop bar (4) for limiting the column (8), and two support bars (5). The top of the frame (1) is provided with two sets of limiting components (2) for limiting the torque tube (7). Both sets of limiting components (2) are located on the surface of the crossbar (102) away from the open part of the frame (1), and the two sets of limiting components (2) are symmetrically arranged. The bottom of the frame (1) is provided with multiple sets of adjusting components (3) for adjusting the height and horizontal angle of the frame (1).
2. The reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (1) includes multiple uprights (101) and crossbars (102) fixed between the multiple uprights (101), and the multiple crossbars (102) are arranged in a double layer on the surface of the multiple uprights (101).
3. The reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (1) is U-shaped, and the opening of the frame (1) is located on one side of the frame (1).
4. The reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting component (2) includes two first buckles (201) that are hinged to each other and a limiting block (202) fixed on the upper surface of one of the first buckles (201). The limiting block (202) is triangular. The two first buckles (201) are sleeved on the surface of the crossbar (102) and fixed by bolts.
5. The reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns according to claim 2, characterized in that, Multiple sets of the adjustment components (3) are located at the lower ends of multiple uprights (101). The adjustment components (3) include a threaded post (301) inserted into the lower end of the upright (101) and a threaded cap (302) for limiting the height of the upright (101). The threaded cap (302) is threaded onto the surface of the threaded post (301), and the diameter of the threaded cap (302) is larger than the diameter of the upright (101).
6. The reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two ends of the stop bar (4) are mounted on the surface of the two crossbars (102) located below by fixing components (6), and the stop bar (4) limits one side of the column (8).
7. The reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two support rods (5) are respectively installed obliquely on the surface of a crossbar (102) located below by fixing components (6). Both support rods (5) are located on the side of the frame (1) away from the open area, and one end of each support rod (5) abuts against the inner wall of the column (8).
8. A reinforcing frame for reverse quick installation of torque tubes and columns according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that, The fixing component (6) includes two second buckles (601) hinged to each other and two third buckles (602) hinged to each other, wherein one of the second buckles (601) is fixedly connected to one of the third buckles (602), and the two second buckles (601) and the two third buckles (602) are respectively fastened together by bolts.