Formwork system and girder production system

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of track beams, and provides a formwork system and a beam body production system. The formwork system comprises a moving base provided with a first track; fixed bases arranged on the two sides of the moving base, the fixed bases being provided with second tracks; a bottom die fixed on the moving base, the first tracks being arranged on the two sides of the bottom die; side dies capable of moving from one of the first tracks and the second tracks to the other, when the side dies move to the first tracks, the side dies and the bottom die surround to form cavities for pouring beam bodies. The formwork system provided by the application can effectively solve the problem of excessive number of formworks required for beam body production in the prior art, greatly reduces the number of formworks on the production line, and reduces the production and manufacturing cost of the track beam.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of track beam technology, and more particularly to a template system and a beam production system. Background Technology

[0002] In existing technologies, the production of track beams generally adopts a secondary tensioning process. The process route is as follows: the template is fixed to the moving platform by bolts or other means, and the moving platform drives the track beam and template to move between various workstations to complete the manufacturing process.

[0003] The above production method has significant drawbacks: because the templates need to go through all production processes synchronously with the moving platform, the number of templates required during the production process is in a fixed ratio with the number of moving platforms. That is, each moving platform needs to be equipped with independent side molds, bottom molds and other template components, resulting in a significant increase in the amount of templates used.

[0004] The use of a large number of templates not only leads to excessively high production costs, but also the frequent transportation of templates between workstations with the mobile platform significantly increases the load-bearing weight and space occupation of the mobile platform, resulting in increased transportation energy consumption and aggravated equipment wear and tear. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a template system to solve the problem of excessive templates required for beam production in the prior art, which significantly reduces the number of templates on the production line and lowers the production cost of track beams.

[0006] This application also provides a beam production system.

[0007] According to a first aspect of this application, a template system includes:

[0008] The movable platform is equipped with a first track.

[0009] Fixed seats are provided on both sides of the movable platform, and a second track is provided on the fixed seats;

[0010] The bottom mold is fixed on the movable platform, and the first track is located on both sides of the bottom mold;

[0011] The side mold can be moved from one of the first track and the second track to the other. When the side mold moves to the first track, the side mold and the bottom mold form a cavity for casting the beam.

[0012] According to one embodiment of this application, the template system further includes a pushing mechanism disposed on the fixed base, the pushing mechanism being configured to drive the side mold to move between the first track and the second track.

[0013] According to one embodiment of this application, the bottom of the side mold is provided with a slider that cooperates with the first track and the second track.

[0014] According to a second aspect of this application, a template system includes:

[0015] mobile pedestal;

[0016] Fixed seats are provided on both sides of the movable platform, and a second track is provided on the fixed seats; the bottom of the fixed seats is provided with casters so that the fixed seats can move with the movable platform.

[0017] The bottom mold is fixed on the movable platform;

[0018] The side mold is movably mounted on the second track. When the side mold approaches the bottom mold along the second track, the side mold and the bottom mold together form a cavity for casting the beam.

[0019] According to a third aspect of this application, a beam production system includes:

[0020] The casting module includes the aforementioned formwork system, and the casting module is used for mold closing and casting of the beam.

[0021] The steam curing module is configured to steam cure the beam body cast by the casting module.

[0022] One of the casting module and the steam curing module is also configured to demold the beam after it has been steam cured by the steam curing module.

[0023] According to one embodiment of this application, the steam curing module includes:

[0024] The first steam curing chamber is configured to steam cure the beam formed by the casting module. The casting module is used to demold the beam after steam curing in the first steam curing chamber, or the beam is demolded in the first steam curing chamber after steam curing.

[0025] The second steam curing chamber is configured to perform a second steam curing on the beam that has been steam cured in the first steam curing chamber.

[0026] According to one embodiment of this application, the beam production system further includes a first transverse transfer module, which is configured to receive a mobile platform that is recycled after use, for use by the casting module.

[0027] According to one embodiment of this application, the first transverse transfer module is located upstream of the casting module, and the first transverse transfer module transports the movable platform to the casting module; or, the first transverse transfer module and the casting module are located at the same work station.

[0028] According to one embodiment of this application, the beam production system further includes a second transverse transfer module, which is located downstream of the steam curing module and is configured to move the used mobile platform to the conveyor line returning to the casting module.

[0029] According to one embodiment of this application, the beam production system includes multiple production lines and at least one return line;

[0030] The mobile platform works in conjunction with the production line to drive the beam through the production process; the mobile platform works in conjunction with the return line to return the mobile platform to the casting module after use.

[0031] The above-described one or more technical solutions in the embodiments of this application have at least one of the following technical effects:

[0032] The template system in this application features a non-fixed installation of the side formwork and the movable platform, unlike existing bolt-fixed systems. When pouring is required, the side formwork enters the first track, forming a cavity with the bottom formwork fixedly installed on the movable platform for pouring the beam. The beam is then formed by pouring concrete. Before demolding, both the side and bottom forms remain stationary to allow the beam to reach demolding strength. After demolding, the side formwork separates from the movable platform and enters the second track. The side formwork does not need to be moved to subsequent workstations with the movable platform, reducing the load on the platform and significantly decreasing the number of templates (side forms) required on the production line. This allows for efficient production of track beams with fewer templates, greatly reducing manufacturing costs.

[0033] Additional aspects and advantages of this application 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 this application. Attached Figure Description

[0034] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments or related technologies of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0035] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the template system provided in this application. Figure 1 (Before mold closing).

[0036] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of the structure of section A in the middle.

[0037] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the template system provided in this application. Figure 2 (Pouring state).

[0038] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the template system provided in this application. Figure 3 (The drive mechanism is separated from the side mold).

[0039] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the template system provided in this application. Figure 4 (After demolding).

[0040] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the template system provided in this application. Figure 5 (In the first steam curing chamber, steam curing with molds).

[0041] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the template system provided in this application. Figure 6 (After demolding, in the second or third steam curing chamber).

[0042] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the template system provided in this application. Figure 7 (Side view).

[0043] Figure 9 This is a structural schematic diagram of the beam production system provided in this application. Figure 1 (The first transverse transfer module is located upstream of the casting module.)

[0044] Figure 10 This is a structural schematic diagram of the beam production system provided in this application. Figure 2 (The first transverse transfer module and the pouring module are located at the same work station).

[0045] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of another template system provided in this application. Figure 1 (Pouring state).

[0046] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of another template system provided in this application. Figure 2 (After demolding).

[0047] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of another template system provided in this application. Figure 3 (Return to the pouring area section).

[0048] Figure 14 This is a structural schematic diagram of the beam production system provided in this application. Figure 3 (correspond Figure 12 and Figure 13 The template system; the first transverse transfer module is located upstream of the casting module.

[0049] Figure 15 This is a flowchart illustrating the beam production method provided in this application.

[0050] Figure label:

[0051] 1. Movable platform; 11. First track; 2. Fixed seat; 21. Fixed platform; 22. Fixed support; 23. Second track; 24. Pushing mechanism; 3. Bottom mold; 4. Side mold; 41. Slider; 51. First transverse transfer area; 52. Casting area; 53. First steam curing area; 54. Second steam curing area; 55. Third steam curing area; 56. Second transverse transfer area; 57. Beam storage area; 61. Production line; 62. Return line. Detailed Implementation

[0052] The embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this application, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application.

[0053] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application 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 the embodiments of this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0054] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0055] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0056] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this specification, the 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. Moreover, 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.

[0057] In existing beam production processes, different formwork operation areas are required for various formwork operations. Each operation station needs auxiliary platforms, demolding reaction frames, etc., and the overall site layout is lengthy, requiring nine workstations, which is unfavorable for beam fabrication yards with limited space. Furthermore, considering the coordination of various construction processes, a secondary tensioning process is necessary, making the tensioning operation relatively cumbersome. Moreover, since all formwork is fixed to the moving platform via bolts, all formwork must move with the moving platform, requiring a one-to-one correspondence between the number of formwork and the number of moving platforms, thus necessitating many sets of formwork and resulting in high overall costs. Additionally, because the formwork is directly installed on the moving platform, its large weight makes it difficult to lift as a whole, requiring a dedicated lateral transfer vehicle for track changing. Finally, because the formwork is always installed on the moving platform, all curing chambers must be constructed according to the maximum size of the formwork; a large curing chamber space leads to increased steam consumption, increasing construction costs.

[0058] A template system according to an embodiment of the first aspect of this application, such as Figures 1 to 8As shown, the template system includes: a movable platform 1 with a first track 11; a fixed base 2 on both sides of the movable platform 1, with a second track 23 on the fixed base 2; a bottom mold 3 fixed on the movable platform 1, with the first track 11 on both sides of the bottom mold 3; and a side mold 4 that can be moved from one of the first track 11 to the other of the second track 23. When the side mold 4 moves to the first track 11, the side mold 4 and the bottom mold 3 form a cavity for casting the beam.

[0059] When the side mold 4 moves to the first track 11, the side mold 4 and the bottom mold 3 form a cavity for casting the beam; when the side mold 4 moves to the second track 23, the side mold 4 separates from the moving platform 1, the side mold 4 is no longer located on the moving platform 1, and the side mold 4 is no longer transported together with the moving platform 1.

[0060] The fixed base 2 includes a fixed support 22 and a fixed platform 21. The fixed platform 21 can be the ground or other supporting foundation. The fixed support 22 is installed on the fixed platform 21. The fixed support 22 can be a steel frame, and a second track 23 is provided on the steel frame. In the beam production process involved in the embodiments of this application, the bottom mold 3 is always fixed on the movable platform 1.

[0061] It should be noted that in some cases, the template system may also include end molds, wing plate molds, etc. The end molds and wing plate molds can be fixedly connected to the side molds 4 and move together with the side molds 4 between the first track 11 and the second track 23.

[0062] The template system provided in this application effectively solves the defects of fixed template installation in the prior art through the design of movable side molds 4 and track structure. The movable platform 1 is equipped with a first track 11, and the two fixed seats 2 on both sides are equipped with second tracks 23. The bottom mold 3 is fixed to the platform, and the side molds 4 can move and switch between the two tracks: during casting, the side molds 4 enclose the bottom mold 3 along the first track 11 to form a casting cavity, ensuring the closed space required for beam forming; after demolding, the side molds 4 detach from the movable platform 1 and move to the second track 23 of the fixed seats 2, no longer moving with the platform. This structure breaks through the limitations of traditional bolt-fixed templates and platform integration. Through the separable design of the side molds 4, the load-bearing weight of the movable platform 1 is significantly reduced, while the overall space occupied by the platform when carrying the beam is reduced, and the number of templates required on the production line (number of side molds 4) is greatly reduced. This achieves efficient production of track beams with fewer templates, significantly reducing the manufacturing cost of track beams. Since the side mold 4 does not need to enter the subsequent work station, the matching steam curing chamber only needs to be adapted to the compact size of "movable platform 1 + bottom mold 3 + beam". Compared with the existing technology, the steam curing chamber space can be greatly reduced, thereby reducing steam consumption and energy costs.

[0063] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figures 1 to 8As shown, the template system also includes a pushing mechanism 24 disposed on the fixed base 2, which is configured to drive the side mold 4 to move between the first track 11 and the second track 23.

[0064] In this embodiment, the pushing mechanism 24 is mounted on the fixed base 2, enabling automated switching of the side mold 4 between the first track 11 and the second track 23, significantly improving the ease of operation and production efficiency of the template system. The pushing mechanism 24 precisely controls the movement trajectory of the side mold 4 via mechanical drive (such as hydraulic push rods or electric screws), eliminating the need for manual handling or adjustment and avoiding the time-consuming, labor-intensive, and positioning error problems associated with traditional manual operations. During the casting process, the pushing mechanism 24 can quickly push the side mold 4 to the first track 11 and precisely connect it with the bottom mold 3, ensuring the sealing accuracy of the casting cavity. After demolding, it can automatically move the side mold 4 to the second track 23, separating the side mold 4 from the moving platform 1, creating conditions for the compact design of subsequent workstations. This automated side mold 4 switching mechanism reduces operational errors caused by manual intervention and shortens workstation transition time, forming a synergistic effect with the separable design of the side mold 4, further optimizing the continuity of the track beam production process.

[0065] In practical applications, a displacement sensor can be configured for the pushing mechanism 24 to achieve precise positioning and intelligent linkage by monitoring the position of the side mold 4 in real time. For example, it can interact with the control system of the pouring station to ensure that the pouring process is automatically triggered after the side mold 4 is in place.

[0066] The pushing mechanism 24 can be a hydraulic cylinder to provide strong driving force; the pushing mechanism 24 can also be a pneumatic drive mechanism to achieve smooth movement of the side mold 4 by using the flexible thrust of compressed air, which is suitable for production environments with high requirements for noise and cleanliness; the pushing mechanism 24 can also be a foldable pushing arm that can be retracted when not in use to save space and meet the needs of compact layout of production lines.

[0067] The push mechanism 24 can be integrated with a buffer damping device to reduce the impact vibration when the side mold 4 moves and improve the stability of the mechanism operation.

[0068] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figures 1 to 6 As shown, the bottom of the side mold 4 is provided with a slider 41 that cooperates with the first track 11 and the second track 23.

[0069] In this embodiment, the slider 41 at the bottom of the side mold 4 cooperates with the first track 11 and the second track 23 to form a high-precision sliding guide mechanism, effectively improving the smoothness and positioning accuracy of the side mold 4 when switching between different tracks. The slider 41 adapts to the shape of the track (such as a convex rail-groove, T-rail-dovetail groove, etc.) to form a stable sliding connection, significantly reducing the frictional resistance when the side mold 4 moves, so that the side mold 4 can easily complete track switching under the action of the pushing mechanism 24.

[0070] During the pouring process, when the side mold 4 slides along the first track 11 to the docking position with the bottom mold 3 via the slider 41, the precise guiding function of the slider 41 can ensure the sealing fit between the side mold 4 and the bottom mold 3, avoid grout leakage during concrete pouring, and ensure the dimensional accuracy of the beam. After demolding, the side mold 4 moves to the second track 23 via the slider 41, leaving the bearing range of the moving platform 1. This process reduces the load pressure and mechanical wear of the moving platform 1 by utilizing the low friction characteristics of the slider 41 and the track.

[0071] In practical applications, the durability of slider 41 can be improved through material optimization (such as using wear-resistant engineering plastics or metal alloys), and slider 41 can also be used as a replaceable component to reduce maintenance costs and enhance the reliability of the production process.

[0072] Of course, the relationship between the side mold 4 and the track can be either sliding or rolling. For example, rollers can be installed at the bottom of the side mold 4, allowing it to move on the track via these rollers. Alternatively, a rolling slider 41 (such as one equipped with balls or rollers) can be used to replace the traditional sliding friction structure, converting sliding friction into rolling friction, further reducing energy consumption and increasing movement speed.

[0073] A template system according to an embodiment of the second aspect of this application, such as Figures 11 to 13 As shown, the template system includes: a movable platform 1; fixed seats 2, which are arranged on both sides of the movable platform 1, and a second track 23 is provided on the fixed seats 2; the bottom of the fixed seats 2 is provided with traveling wheels so that the fixed seats 2 can move with the movable platform 1; a bottom mold 3, which is fixed on the movable platform 1; and a side mold 4, which is movably installed on the second track 23. When the side mold 4 approaches the bottom mold 3 along the second track 23, the side mold 4 and the bottom mold 3 form a cavity for casting the beam.

[0074] The template system of the second aspect of this application includes a movable platform 1, fixed seats 2 disposed on both sides of the movable platform 1, a bottom mold 3 fixed to the movable platform 1, and side molds 4 movably mounted on a second track 23 of the fixed seats 2. The fixed seats 2 have wheels at their bottoms that allow them to move synchronously with the movable platform 1. When the side molds 4 approach the bottom mold 3 along the second track 23, the side molds 4 and the bottom mold 3 together form a cavity for casting the beam. At this time, the slider 41 of the base of the side mold 4 engages with the second track 23.

[0075] When the formwork is closed, the side formwork 4 is precisely connected to the bottom formwork 3 via the second track 23 to form a closed pouring space, ensuring the forming accuracy of the beam. During steam curing with the formwork, the fixed seat 2, along with the moving platform 1, transports the side formwork 4 and the bottom formwork 3 as a whole to the steam curing area, meeting the requirements of early curing of concrete for formwork constraint. After the steam curing is completed and the demolding strength is reached, the fixed seat 2 can drive the side formwork 4 to separate directly from the moving platform 1 in the steam curing area. The fixed seat 2 then drives the side formwork 4 back to the pouring area to wait for the next formwork closure. The moving platform 1 does not need to return to the pouring area and carries the bottom formwork 3 and the beam directly into the subsequent steam curing, tensioning and other processes, forming a process of "side formwork 4 circulating with the fixed seat 2 - moving platform 1 unidirectional efficient transportation".

[0076] Compared to the template system in the first embodiment, this solution uses the traveling wheels of the fixed seat 2 to achieve synchronous movement of the side formwork 4 with the mobile platform 1 during the mold closing, pouring, and steam curing stages, ensuring the integrity of the curing process with the formwork in place. Simultaneously, during the demolding process, the side formwork 4 detaches from the mobile platform 1 along with the fixed seat 2, directly completing the formwork separation in the steam curing area, avoiding the step of the mobile platform 1 carrying the beam back to the pouring area for demolding. This design reduces the round-trip transportation time of the mobile platform 1, shortens the production cycle, and reduces equipment energy consumption.

[0077] A beam production system according to a third aspect of this application, such as Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the beam production system includes: a casting module, including the aforementioned template system, the casting module is used for mold closing and casting of the beam; a steam curing module, configured to steam cure the beam formed by the casting module; one of the casting module and the steam curing module is also configured to demold the beam after steam curing by the steam curing module.

[0078] The beam production system organically integrates the casting module and the steam curing module. The casting module integrates the aforementioned template system, and through the movable design of the side mold 4 between tracks, it achieves efficient connection between the mold closing, casting, and demolding processes. During the mold closing stage, the side mold 4 moves along the track to cooperate with the bottom mold 3 to form a closed casting cavity, ensuring the forming accuracy of the concrete casting. After casting, the moving platform 1 carries the beam, bottom mold 3, and side mold 4 into the steam curing module to cure the beam. After reaching the demolding strength, it returns to the casting module for demolding. Then, the moving platform 1 carries only the beam and bottom mold 3 back into the steam curing module, reducing the size requirements of subsequent steam curing areas (such as the second and third steam curing chambers) in the steam curing module: since the side mold 4 has detached from the moving platform 1 and moved to the track of the fixed seat 2 after demolding, the subsequent steam curing areas in the steam curing module only need to accommodate the compact structure of "moving platform 1 + bottom mold 3 + beam", which significantly reduces the steam curing space and reduces steam consumption compared to traditional processes.

[0079] The casting module also serves as the demolding module, avoiding the drawbacks of frequent template movement with the platform in traditional multi-station workflows. This reduces process changeover time and equipment wear, allowing the beam casting and demolding processes to be completed within the same module, significantly improving production efficiency. This modular design, through the detachable side mold technology and process integration, ensures beam forming quality while reducing production costs in terms of both space utilization and process optimization, providing a highly efficient and energy-saving technical solution for the industrial production of track beams.

[0080] Or, such as Figure 14 As shown, another template system described above can also be used to demold the beam in the steam curing module.

[0081] According to one embodiment of this application, the steam curing module includes: a first steam curing chamber, configured to steam cure the beam body cast by the casting module, wherein the casting module is used to demold the beam body after steam curing in the first steam curing chamber, or the beam body is demolded in the first steam curing chamber after steam curing in the first steam curing chamber; and a second steam curing chamber, configured to steam cure the beam body after steam curing in the first steam curing chamber again.

[0082] The steam curing module of the beam production system forms a highly efficient curing system adapted to the formwork separation process through the hierarchical setting of the first and second steam curing chambers. The first steam curing chamber initially steam-cures the entire "moving platform 1 + beam + formwork" assembly, providing the necessary temperature and humidity environment for early strength development, allowing the beam to reach demolding strength. At this time, the formwork is still attached to the moving platform 1, and the steam curing space (first steam curing chamber) needs to accommodate the formwork structure. However, after demolding, the formwork detaches from the moving platform 1 and remains in the casting module. The "moving platform 1 + bottom formwork 3 + beam" then re-enters the first and second steam curing chambers for curing. Since the second steam curing chamber does not need to be adapted to the formwork size, its internal space can be precisely designed according to the actual specifications of the beam and moving platform 1, reducing redundant space caused by formwork occupation compared to traditional single steam curing chambers, and significantly reducing steam consumption.

[0083] The phased steam curing mode achieves dynamic optimization of the curing space: the first steam curing takes into account the necessary space for the formwork, while subsequent steam curing eliminates the formwork's footprint to reduce the cavity size; it accommodates both the need for the beam to be connected to the formwork before demolding and the use of a compact curing space after the formwork is separated. Furthermore, different temperature and humidity parameters can be set for the two steam curing cycles: the first cycle focuses on heating and moisturizing during the initial setting stage of the concrete, while the second cycle focuses on constant temperature curing during the strength growth period, avoiding the adverse effects of a single curing parameter on the beam's performance and improving the stability of the component's quality.

[0084] Or, such as Figure 14 As shown, another template system mentioned above can also be used to allow the beam to be demolded directly in the first steam curing chamber after steam curing is completed.

[0085] In practical applications, a third steam curing chamber can be added to form a three-stage curing process: the first steam curing chamber completes "steam curing in mold" to bring the beam to demolding strength; the second steam curing chamber performs "continuous strength growth at a constant temperature"; and the third steam curing chamber implements "final strength enhancement curing." The three steam curing chambers can be set with different temperatures and humidity levels as needed, precisely matching the multi-stage requirements of concrete hydration reactions, making it particularly suitable for the curing of large-span or special material track beams. Each steam curing chamber has independently controlled parameters and is connected via an automated transmission line, enabling streamlined beam curing operations, reducing waiting time and improving equipment utilization.

[0086] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the beam production system also includes a first transverse transfer module, which is configured to receive the mobile platform 1 after use and recycling, for use by the casting module.

[0087] The first transverse transfer module configured in the beam production system forms a recycling channel for the mobile platform 1 in the production process. The first transverse transfer module is mainly used to receive the mobile platform 1 that needs to be recycled after demolding and other processes, and quickly transfer it to the waiting area of ​​the casting module through the transverse transport mechanism, so as to realize the efficient circulation of the mobile platform 1 in the process of "casting-steam curing-demolding-recycling".

[0088] In actual production, after the mobile platform 1 completes the entire process carrying the beam (i.e., the beam is transported to the beam storage area 57), the mobile platform 1 is transported back via the transmission line and received by the first transverse transfer module for position adjustment so that it can be reused by the casting module. The mobile platform 1 and the bottom mold 3 are reassembled with the side mold 4 for mold closing. The entire process requires no manual intervention or long waiting time, avoiding the resource waste caused by poor workstation connection of the mobile platform 1 in the production line, and ensuring that the casting module can continuously obtain usable mobile platforms 1, thus ensuring the continuity of the production rhythm.

[0089] The layout of the first transverse transfer module can form a compact spatial collaboration with the casting module and the steam curing module. Through the standardized track interface, the mobile platform 1 can be transferred without interruption, optimizing the planar layout of the production line, reducing the ineffective spacing between equipment, and further improving the site utilization efficiency and the level of production automation.

[0090] According to one embodiment of this application, a first transverse transfer module is disposed upstream of the casting module, and the first transverse transfer module transports the movable platform 1 to the casting module, such as... Figure 9 As shown; or, the first transverse transfer module and the pouring module are located at the same work station, such as... Figure 10 As shown.

[0091] The first transverse transfer module in the beam production system can be arranged in two ways: either upstream of the casting module or at the same work station as the casting module, forming a differentiated and efficient connection scheme for the recovery and supply of the mobile platform 1.

[0092] When the first transverse transfer module is located upstream of the casting module, the used mobile platform 1 is transported in advance to the waiting area in front of the casting module via a preset track or transmission mechanism. This allows the casting module to obtain a usable mobile platform 1 before the mold closing process, avoiding production stoppages caused by delays in the transportation of the mobile platform 1, effectively shortening process waiting time and improving the continuous operation capability of the casting module. This layout is suitable for assembly line production planning, achieving process-oriented control of the flow of the mobile platform 1 through the spatial separation of upstream and downstream workstations.

[0093] When the first lateral transfer module and the casting module are in the same workstation, the integrated design embeds the recycling and supply functions of the mobile platform 1 into the casting area. This allows the mobile platform 1 to be directly transferred to the casting preparation state in its original position after use, eliminating the lateral transportation distance between different workstations, maximizing space occupancy and improving workstation integration. This layout significantly reduces the longitudinal length of the production line, making it suitable for compact production layouts in site-constrained environments. Through the recycling of the mobile platform 1 within the same area, a multi-functional integration of "demolding-recycling-assembly" is formed, further enhancing the efficiency of the production process and space utilization.

[0094] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the beam production system also includes a second transverse transfer module, which is located downstream of the steam curing module. The second transverse transfer module is configured to move the used mobile platform 1 to the conveyor line of the return casting module, and then transport it to the first transverse transfer module via the conveyor line.

[0095] The second transverse transfer module in the beam production system is located downstream of the steam curing module. It moves the mobile platform 1, after completing the steam curing process, to the return conveyor line to the casting module, forming a closed-loop flow channel for the mobile platform 1 in the "casting-steam curing-recycling" process. By connecting to the downstream outlet of the steam curing module, the second transverse transfer module promptly receives the empty mobile platform 1 and moves it laterally to the designated conveyor line after the beam has completed its final curing and detached from the mobile platform 1. This allows the mobile platform 1 to return to the casting module for the next round of production without detours or waiting, significantly reducing its non-production time and improving its turnover efficiency.

[0096] The second transverse transfer module achieves uninterrupted transmission of the moving platform 1 through a standardized track interface or translation mechanism, avoiding resource waste caused by manual scheduling or detours of the moving platform 1 in traditional processes, ensuring the time connection accuracy of each link in the production line, effectively enhancing the automation continuity of the production process, and is especially suitable for large-scale production scenarios where multiple moving platforms 1 operate in parallel, improving equipment utilization while reducing the operational risks caused by manual intervention.

[0097] The second transverse transfer module and the upstream first transverse transfer module form an upstream-downstream collaboration, respectively responsible for the recovery and supply of the platform, and jointly build a two-way efficient transportation network for the mobile platform 1, further optimizing the logistics balance of the production line.

[0098] According to one embodiment of this application, such as Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the beam production system includes multiple production lines 61 and at least one return line 62; the movable platform 1 cooperates with the production lines 61 to drive the beam to complete the production process; the movable platform 1 cooperates with the return line 62 to return to the casting module after use. There can be four production lines 61.

[0099] The beam production system employs a combination design of multiple production lines 61 and at least one return line 62, forming a bidirectional, efficient flow system for the mobile platform 1 in the production process. Multiple production lines 61 can simultaneously support multiple mobile platforms 1 to complete processes such as mold closing, casting, demolding, steam curing, and storage, increasing the production line's capacity per unit time. As the mobile platform 1 passes through each workstation on the production line 61, its flow rhythm can be independently controlled according to the beam specifications or process requirements, avoiding overall production stoppages caused by process adjustments or equipment maintenance on a single line, thus enhancing the stability and flexibility of the system. The return line 62 is specifically designed to carry the empty mobile platform 1 after completing the entire production process, allowing it to return directly to the casting module along an independent path, forming a closed-loop "production-return" cycle with the production line 61. This eliminates ineffective backtracking or cross-interference between workstations for the mobile platform 1, ensuring a clear and orderly logistics path. This layout design, through the physical separation of production line 61 and return line 62, not only ensures the continuity of the beam production process but also improves the turnover efficiency of the mobile platform 1, effectively reducing the waiting time of the mobile platform 1 and lowering the equipment idle rate.

[0100] In practical applications, production line 61 and return line 62 can be upgraded to be intelligent. For example, a dynamic scheduling system can be added to monitor the position of the workbench and the progress of the process at each workstation in real time through sensors, and automatically allocate the usage priority of return line 62 to achieve load balancing among multiple lines.

[0101] A beam production method according to an embodiment of the fourth aspect of this application, such as Figure 15 As shown, the beam production method uses the aforementioned beam production system and includes: pouring concrete into the formwork assembly; transporting the beam to the steam curing zone for steam curing; demolding the steam-cured beam; transporting the beam to the steam curing zone for further steam curing; and tensioning the beam once.

[0102] The template assembly here refers to the bottom mold 3 and side mold 4 in the aforementioned template system, but does not include the movable platform 1 and fixed base 2 in the template system; of course, in some cases, the template assembly may further include the end mold and the wing plate mold.

[0103] The beam production method relies on a supporting beam production system, forming a highly efficient and collaborative production process through the organic integration of pouring, steam curing, demolding, and tensioning procedures. In the concrete pouring stage, the side molds 4 of the formwork assembly can move along a track to enclose the bottom mold 3, quickly constructing a closed pouring cavity, improving mold closing efficiency and ensuring the dimensional accuracy of the beam. In the steam curing stage after demolding, the beam is transported to the steam curing area. Since the side molds 4 have detached from the moving platform 1 after demolding, the subsequent steam curing area only needs to accommodate a compact structure of "moving platform 1 + bottom mold 3 + beam," reducing redundant space caused by formwork occupation compared to traditional processes, lowering steam consumption, and shortening curing time.

[0104] According to one embodiment of this application, demolding the steam-cured beam includes: transporting the steam-cured beam to the casting area 52 for demolding.

[0105] The demolding process is completed in the casting area 52. The separable design of the template components allows the side mold 4 to be quickly separated from the moving platform 1, avoiding the heavy side mold 4 from being transferred to other workstations with the moving platform 1 after demolding. This reduces ineffective transportation and equipment load between processes and improves the efficiency of workstation connection.

[0106] The beam production method involves returning the steam-cured beam to the casting area 52 for demolding, forming a closed-loop process of "casting-steam curing-demolding-re-steam curing-tensioning". This breaks away from the traditional lengthy multi-station workflow, reduces the frequent movement of the moving platform 1 between different stations, shortens the production cycle, and reduces equipment wear. Simultaneously, the collaborative design of the formwork components and the steam curing area optimizes the utilization of the steam curing space and controls energy costs while ensuring the quality of beam curing. This provides an efficient, energy-saving, and quality-controllable technical solution for the industrial production of track beams.

[0107] According to one embodiment of this application, transporting the beam to the steam curing area for steam curing includes: moving the platform 1 to carry the cast beam and formwork assembly to the steam curing area for the first steam curing of the beam.

[0108] In the beam production method, the moving platform 1 carries the cast-in-place beam and formwork assembly to the steam curing zone for the first steam curing, forming a key technological step in the early strength development of the beam. In this process, the moving platform 1 acts as a load-bearing carrier, transporting the formwork assembly and beam as a whole to the steam curing zone. Under the constraint and protection of the formwork, the beam undergoes temperature and humidity control, ensuring a stable environment for the hydration reaction of the concrete during the initial setting stage. The side molds 4 and bottom mold 3 of the formwork assembly remain closed at this time, providing precise shape constraints for the beam and avoiding dimensional deviations caused by plastic deformation of the concrete during steam curing, thus ensuring the accuracy of the component's forming. The core objective of the first steam curing is to enable the beam to reach demolding strength. During this process, the integrity of the formwork assembly ensures structural stability during steam curing, preventing damage to the beam from displacement of the side molds 4 or deformation of the bottom mold 3.

[0109] The mobile platform 1 directly carries the formwork assembly and the beam into the steam curing zone, achieving a seamless connection between the pouring and steam curing processes. While the formwork assembly occupies some space during the initial steam curing, the separation of the side mold 4 from the mobile platform 1 during the subsequent demolding process creates a closed-loop process of "curing with mold – demolding – moldless intensive curing." The initial steam curing focuses on building a strong foundation under the constraints of the formwork, while subsequent steam curing allows for a more compact spatial layout due to the removal of the formwork, thus reducing overall energy consumption in the steam curing process. This process, through the integrated transportation of the mobile platform 1 and the phased role of the formwork assembly, ensures the quality of early beam curing and creates conditions for efficiency optimization and cost control in subsequent processes, improving the continuity and reliability of the production process.

[0110] According to one embodiment of this application, the beam body after steam curing is transported to the casting area 52 for demolding, including: the moving platform 1 carries the beam body and formwork assembly after the first steam curing to the casting area 52 for demolding, and leaves the side formwork 4 in the formwork assembly in the casting area 52, while the bottom formwork 3 continues to move with the moving platform 1.

[0111] In the beam production method, the moving platform 1 carries the beam and formwork assembly after the first steam curing to the casting area 52 for demolding, and leaves the side mold 4 in the casting area 52, while the bottom mold 3 continues to move with the moving platform 1, forming an efficient separation mechanism between the formwork assembly and the moving platform 1.

[0112] The movable platform 1 transports the "beam body + formwork assembly" that has completed its first steam curing back to the pouring area 52. Through the cooperation structure between the side mold 4 and the rails (such as the switching between the first rail 11 and the second rail 23), the side mold 4 is detached from the movable platform 1 during demolding and remains in a designated position in the pouring area 52. The bottom mold 3, because it is fixedly installed on the movable platform 1, can continue to move with it. The side mold 4, as a separable component, remains in the pouring area 52 for the next mold closing, avoiding its entry into subsequent work stations with the movable platform 1. This significantly reduces the load-bearing weight of the movable platform 1 and reduces its space occupation, creating conditions for a more compact design in subsequent processes.

[0113] The mechanism of the bottom mold 3 continuing to move with the moving platform 1 after demolding ensures the integrated continuity of the bottom mold 3 and the moving platform 1, allowing it to be put into the next round of production without additional disassembly, thus improving the platform reuse efficiency. The side mold 4 is retained in the casting area 52, and quickly reassembles with the returned moving platform 1 and bottom mold 3 to form a new casting cavity, reducing the time loss and manual operation of template transportation across workstations, forming an efficient cycle of "demolding-retention-reassembly". Furthermore, since the side mold 4 no longer follows the moving platform 1 into the subsequent steam curing or tensioning workstation, the equipment dimensions of subsequent processes (such as the second steam curing chamber) can be precisely designed according to the actual specifications of "moving platform 1 + bottom mold 3 + beam", reducing redundant space caused by template occupation and lowering steam consumption and equipment investment costs. Through the dynamic separation of template components and the continuous flow of the platform, the continuity of the production process and equipment utilization rate are effectively improved. While ensuring the demolding accuracy of the beam, it lays the foundation for energy-saving optimization and efficiency improvement of the overall process.

[0114] According to one embodiment of this application, demolding the steam-cured beam includes: demolding the steam-cured beam in the steam curing zone.

[0115] After steam curing with the mold, the beam is simultaneously placed in the steam curing zone along with the moving platform 1 and the fixed seat 2. At this time, the side mold 4 can be separated from the bottom mold 3 along the second track of the fixed seat 2. The fixed seat 2 drives the side mold 4 to return to the pouring zone 52 independently through the traveling wheels at the bottom. The moving platform 1 carries the bottom mold 3 and the beam directly into the subsequent steam curing, tensioning and other processes, without having to return to the pouring zone 52 to demold.

[0116] By demolding in situ within the steam curing zone, the transportation path of the moving platform 1 carrying the beam back and forth to the casting area 52 is eliminated, further shortening the production cycle and reducing transportation energy consumption. After demolding, the side mold 4 can return to the casting area 52 with the fixed base 2 to await the next mold closing and casting operation, while the moving platform 1 focuses on the continuous transportation of the beam for subsequent processes. Demolding within the steam curing zone avoids potential damage to the beam surface caused by cross-zone transportation, while simplifying the workstation connection process, providing support for the compact layout and high-speed operation of the automated production line, and effectively improving the overall efficiency and process reliability of track beam production.

[0117] According to one embodiment of this application, transporting the beam to the steam curing area for steam curing includes: a movable platform 1 and a fixed base 2 carrying the cast beam and formwork assembly to the steam curing area for the first steam curing of the beam.

[0118] The movable platform 1 and the fixed base 2 carry the cast beam and formwork assembly to the steam curing area for the first steam curing. In this process, the movable platform 1 carries the fixed bottom formwork 3, and the fixed base 2 moves synchronously with the movable platform 1 through the bottom running wheels. The movable platform 1 and the fixed base 2 share the weight of the formwork assembly, avoiding the situation where the entire weight of the formwork assembly is borne by the movable platform 1, and avoiding the situation where the movable platform 1 is easily damaged.

[0119] The formwork assembly is transported as a whole with the movable platform 1 and the fixed base 2, allowing the beam to enter the steam curing zone directly after pouring without the need for formwork disassembly. During the first steam curing, the formwork assembly provides precise shape constraints for the beam, ensuring that the hydration reaction of the concrete takes place in a stable environment during the initial setting stage, effectively promoting early strength development and preventing plastic deformation.

[0120] According to one embodiment of this application, the beam body after steam curing is demolded in the steam curing zone, including: after the movable platform 1 and the fixed base 2 carry the cast beam body and the template assembly to complete the steam curing in the steam curing zone, the fixed base 2 carries the side mold 4 in the template assembly back to the casting area 52, and the bottom mold 3 continues to move with the movable platform 1.

[0121] After the fixed seat 2 reaches the demolding strength through steam curing, it separates from the mobile platform 1 through the bottom running wheels and carries the side mold 4 back to the pouring area 52. Since the bottom mold 3 is fixed to the mobile platform 1, it can directly enter the subsequent steam curing, tensioning and other processes with the mobile platform 1. The mobile platform 1 does not need to carry the beam back to the pouring area 52 for demolding, which shortens the time required for beam manufacturing.

[0122] By demolding in situ within the steam curing zone, the need for round-trip transportation of the moving platform 1 is eliminated, further shortening the production cycle and reducing equipment energy consumption. The independent return mechanism of the fixed base 2 and the side mold 4 allows the template components to be prepared for mold closing in advance in the pouring zone 52, forming a parallel operation with the subsequent transfer of the moving platform 1, thus improving the template turnover efficiency.

[0123] According to one embodiment of this application, before pouring concrete into the formwork assembly, the method further includes: closing the formwork in the pouring area 52.

[0124] The movable platform 1 supports the fixedly installed bottom mold 3 and positions it in the pouring area 52. The side molds 4, through a cooperative structure with the first track 11 and the second track 23, move from the second track 23 on the fixed base 2 to the first track 11 of the movable platform 1, forming a closed cavity with the bottom mold 3 for pouring the beam. This mold-closing method achieves rapid positioning and docking of the side molds 4 through track guidance and mechanical cooperation, shortening the mold-closing time and reducing manual intervention, thus improving efficiency in the production preparation stage. The precise alignment of the side molds 4 and the bottom mold 3 under the guidance of the track system effectively ensures the dimensional accuracy and sealing performance of the pouring cavity, preventing grout leakage or deformation during concrete pouring, and ensuring from the source that the beam's external dimensions meet design requirements.

[0125] The design of concentrating the formwork assembly process in the pouring area 52 allows the assembly of formwork components and concrete pouring to be completed in the same area, forming a compact process of "formwork assembly-pouring-transportation" and reducing time and mechanical losses during cross-area transportation of formwork components. The movable platform 1, as the core carrier of the formwork assembly process, with its fixed connection to the bottom formwork 3 and movable connection to the side formwork 4, ensures structural stability during formwork assembly and creates conditions for the separation and retention of the side formwork 4 during subsequent demolding, enabling the formwork components to achieve efficient "combined use-separated turnover" in function.

[0126] In practical applications, automated inspection steps can be introduced into the mold closing process. The docking accuracy between the side mold 4 and the bottom mold 3 can be monitored in real time through laser ranging or visual recognition systems. The linkage control system can automatically adjust the position of the side mold 4 to further improve the consistency of mold closing quality.

[0127] In the mold closing process, a sealing adjustment step can also be introduced, such as setting an elastic sealing component on the contact surface between the side mold 4 and the bottom mold 3, and dynamically adjusting the sealing pressure through air pressure or hydraulic device to adapt to the grout leakage prevention requirements under different pouring conditions.

[0128] According to one embodiment of this application, before the mold is closed in the casting area 52, the method further includes: the movable platform 1 returning to the first transverse transfer area 51 and adjusting its position to the position to be closed.

[0129] In the beam production method, before the mold closing in the casting area 52, the moving platform 1 is returned to the first transverse transfer area 51 and its position is adjusted to the mold closing position. This is a crucial preparatory step for the precise flow and positioning of the moving platform 1 in the production process. In this step, the moving platform 1, having completed the previous production process, returns to a designated area near the casting area 52 via the first transverse transfer area 51. Its position is precisely adjusted by the transverse transfer vehicle within the first transverse transfer area 51, ensuring coordinate alignment between the bottom mold 3 and the mold closing position in the casting area 52. This creates conditions for the rapid docking of the side mold 4 and the bottom mold 3. Through the transfer and position calibration in the first transverse transfer area 51, the moving platform 1 enters the mold closing process in a standard posture, avoiding misalignment of the side mold 4 or errors in the size of the casting cavity caused by positional deviations of the moving platform 1, thus ensuring the beam forming accuracy from the source.

[0130] The position adjustment process of the movable platform 1 in the first transverse transfer zone 51 can be synchronized with the preparation of the side mold 4 of the template assembly. That is, when the movable platform 1 is positioned, the side mold 4 is already ready on the second track 23, forming a parallel working mode of "platform return - side mold 4 movement - rapid mold closing", which significantly shortens the production preparation time. This step improves the orderliness and safety of workstation connection by integrating the flow and position calibration of the movable platform 1 in the transfer zone. Furthermore, the standardized design of the mold closing position facilitates the automated control of the production line. The coordinate parameters can be preset by the control system, so that the adjustment process of the movable platform 1 does not require manual intervention, enhancing the intelligence of the production process.

[0131] According to one embodiment of this application, the first transverse transfer area 51 is located upstream of the casting area 52; the movable platform 1 returns to the first transverse transfer area 51 and adjusts its position to the position to be molded, including: the movable platform 1 returns to the first transverse transfer area 51, and moves in the first transverse transfer area 51 to a position corresponding to the production line 61 of the casting area 52, and transports the movable platform 1 from the first transverse transfer area 51 to the casting area 52.

[0132] The first transverse transfer zone 51 is located upstream of the casting zone 52. The mobile platform 1 returns to this zone and is moved horizontally within it to the position corresponding to the production line 61 of the casting zone 52 before being transported to the casting zone 52. This forms a key mechanism for the orderly flow and precise docking of the mobile platform 1 in the production process. In this process, the mobile platform 1, having completed the previous process, first returns to the upstream first transverse transfer zone 51. The horizontal position is adjusted by the transverse mechanism of the first transverse transfer zone 51, aligning the center line of the bottom mold 3 on the platform with the coordinates of the mold closing station of the production line 61 of the casting zone 52. Subsequently, the transport device of the first transverse transfer zone 51 smoothly delivers it into the casting zone 52. Since the mobile platform 1 at the first transverse transfer zone 51 and the second transverse transfer zone 56 only has the bottom mold 3 (without supporting the side mold 4 and its related support mechanisms), its weight is greatly reduced. Conventional transfer cars or gantry cranes can be used, without the need for a special transverse transfer car for transverse track changing.

[0133] By using the pre-positioning function of the first transverse transfer zone 51 upstream, the position calibration and attitude adjustment of the moving platform 1 can be completed in advance, avoiding secondary adjustments or docking errors caused by position deviations after the platform directly enters the pouring zone 52, thus significantly improving the preparation efficiency and accuracy of the mold closing process.

[0134] The first transverse transfer area 51 serves as a buffer zone before the pouring area 52, simultaneously receiving mobile platforms 1 returning from multiple production lines 61. Through translational scheduling, the platforms enter the pouring area 52 sequentially according to the production plan, forming a streamlined preparation process of "platform retrieval - position calibration - orderly supply." This effectively avoids congestion and waiting at the entrance of the pouring area 52 by multiple mobile platforms 1, ensuring that the pouring area 52 is always ready for formwork closure and guaranteeing the continuous progress of the concrete pouring process. Furthermore, the corresponding position design of the first transverse transfer area 51 and the production line 61 of the pouring area 52 achieves seamless connection of platform transportation through standardized interfaces, reducing the risk of mechanical collisions caused by differences in workstation coordinates and improving the safety and stability of the production line operation.

[0135] In practical applications, an intelligent scheduling system can be integrated into the first transverse transfer zone 51. The system monitors the position information of each moving platform 1 and the status of the workstation in the pouring zone 52 in real time through a sensor network. Based on the production scheduling algorithm, the system automatically allocates the transfer path and docking sequence to achieve dynamic optimization of platform flow.

[0136] According to one embodiment of this application, the first transverse transfer area 51 and the casting area 52 are located at the same work station; the moving platform 1 returns to the first transverse transfer area 51 and adjusts its position to the position to be closed, including: the moving platform 1 returns to the first transverse transfer area 51 and moves to the corresponding position of the production line 61 in the first transverse transfer area 51.

[0137] The first transverse transfer area 51 and the pouring area 52 are located at the same workstation. The moving platform 1 returns to this area and moves horizontally within it to the corresponding position on the production line 61, forming a compact production mode in which the moving platform 1 efficiently flows and is precisely positioned within a single workstation. In this process, the moving platform 1, having completed the previous process, returns directly to the first transverse transfer area 51, which is located in the same position as the pouring area 52. Its position is adjusted by the transverse mechanism or track system within the area, so that the bottom mold 3 on the moving platform 1 is aligned with the production line 61 of the mold closing workstation in the pouring area 52. It can enter the mold closing preparation state without cross-workstation transportation.

[0138] By integrating workstations, the travel time of the mobile platform 1 between different areas is reduced. The processes of mobile platform 1 recycling, position adjustment and mold preparation are completed in the same space, which significantly improves workstation utilization efficiency and production rhythm continuity.

[0139] The co-location of the first transverse transfer zone 51 and the pouring zone 52 allows the movable platform 1 to immediately enter the first transverse transfer zone 51 for fine-tuning after use. Simultaneously, template components such as the side mold 4 can be ready in the surrounding area, forming an instant response mechanism of "movable platform 1 returning to its position - side mold 4 docking - rapid mold closing," avoiding waiting or circuitous routes for the movable platform 1 caused by workstation separation. The integrated operation within the same workstation facilitates unified control by the automation system. Through preset workstation coordinate parameters and mechanical positioning devices, unmanned operation of the movable platform 1's position adjustment is achieved, reducing human intervention errors and enhancing the stability of the production process.

[0140] In practical applications, an intelligent linkage device can be set up at the first transverse transfer area 51 and the pouring area 52 of the same work station. Through the pressure sensor installed at the bottom of the moving platform 1 and the laser alignment system of the mold closing station, the device can automatically complete the high-precision calibration of the position of the moving platform 1 in real time, so as to meet the stringent requirements of high-precision track beam production for mold closing positioning.

[0141] According to one embodiment of this application, the steam curing zone includes a first steam curing zone 53 and a second steam curing zone 54; the step of transporting the beam to the steam curing zone for re-steam curing includes: transporting the beam to the second steam curing zone 54 for a second steam curing.

[0142] After demolding, the beam directly enters the second steam curing zone 54 for a second steam curing; at this time, the first steam curing zone 53 is idle, and the casting zone 52 continues to cast the next beam. After casting, it enters the first steam curing zone 53 for steam curing to achieve the demolding strength.

[0143] The process of transporting the beam to the steam curing zone for a second steam curing involves a staged, refined curing process. In this process, after the beam has completed its first steam curing in the mold and been demolded, it is carried by the moving platform 1 into the second steam curing zone 54 for a second steam curing. The first steam curing zone 53, needing to accommodate the beam for the first steam curing (i.e., steam curing in the mold), can be set to a standard size. The beam entering the second steam curing zone 54 is no longer constrained by the side mold 4. The second steam curing zone 54 can be precisely planned according to the actual contour of "moving platform 1 + bottom mold 3 + beam," focusing on promoting rapid concrete strength growth through medium-temperature environmental control.

[0144] By functionally subdividing the two steam curing zones, the process closely matches the different stages of concrete hydration: the second steam curing utilizes the space advantage of no side formwork 4 after demolding to accelerate the hydration process of cementitious materials at a relatively high temperature, shortening the strength gain time; or through slow cooling and continuous moisturizing, it ensures that the internal moisture of the beam fully participates in the reaction and reduces temperature stress, improving the density and crack resistance of the component. Simultaneously, since the second steam curing zone 54 does not need to accommodate formwork components, its design can be optimized according to the actual specifications of the beam and the moving platform 1, significantly reducing redundant space compared to traditional steam curing chambers and substantially lowering steam consumption and energy costs. This process, through the orderly flow of the moving platform 1 between different steam curing zones, achieves gradient control of the curing process and efficient utilization of equipment resources, ensuring controllable quality of the beam from initial setting to final setting, effectively improving the reliability and economy of track beam production.

[0145] According to one embodiment of this application, the steam curing zone includes a first steam curing zone 53, a second steam curing zone 54, and a third steam curing zone 55; transporting the beam to the steam curing zone for further steam curing includes: transporting the beam to the second steam curing zone 54 for a second steam curing; and transporting the beam to the third steam curing zone 55 for a third steam curing.

[0146] The steam curing zone in the beam production method can be set up in correspondence with the steam curing chamber in the beam production system. For example, the first steam curing zone 53 can be specifically set up in the form of the first steam curing chamber to steam cure the beam; the second steam curing zone 54 can be specifically set up in the form of the second steam curing chamber; and the third steam curing zone 55 can be specifically set up in the form of the third steam curing chamber.

[0147] In addition to the aforementioned first steam curing zone 53 and second steam curing zone 54, a third steam curing zone 55 can be further provided. The beam body enters the third steam curing zone 55 for a third steam curing process. The cooling rate of the beam body is controlled by the low temperature and humid environment, and shrinkage stress is reduced to ensure that the final strength meets the standard and the internal structure is stable.

[0148] More steam curing zones allow for more precise control of the curing process, effectively improving the final forming quality of the beam.

[0149] According to one embodiment of this application, tensioning the beam once includes: after the beam reaches the tension strength, transporting the beam to the second transverse transfer zone 56 and tensioning the beam once.

[0150] After undergoing multiple stages of meticulous curing in the first curing zone 53, the second curing zone 54, and the third curing zone 55, the concrete strength of the beam has achieved uniform growth and met the design requirements through gradient temperature and humidity control. At this point, the prestressing conditions can be met without the need for secondary or multiple tensioning in traditional processes.

[0151] The second transverse transfer zone 56 serves as the tensioning station. Its layout allows for close connection between the steam curing zone and subsequent processes, enabling the beam to be directly transported to the second transverse transfer zone 56 after the final steam curing is completed. The positioning device in the second transverse transfer zone 56 ensures precise alignment between the beam axis and the tensioning equipment, avoiding tensioning position errors caused by cross-zone transportation deviations and guaranteeing the directional accuracy and uniformity of prestressing application.

[0152] In this embodiment of the application, by optimizing the production process and the arrangement of each workstation, the steam curing time of the beam in the steam curing zone is greatly extended, so that the beam does not need to rely on multiple tensioning to compensate for strength differences after demolding, and the time consumption and equipment wear of the tensioning process are significantly reduced.

[0153] The second transverse transition zone 56 can also integrate a tension stress monitoring system, which collects beam strain data in real time during the tensioning process, and links the control system to adjust the tension force value, thereby realizing intelligent control of prestressing application and further improving the stability of the mechanical properties of the component.

[0154] According to one embodiment of this application, after the beam is tensioned once, the process further includes: the beam being transported to the beam storage area 57 via the second transverse transfer area 56; and the movable platform 1 being moved to the return transport line via the second transverse transfer area 56 and returned to the pouring area 52.

[0155] The tensioned beams are smoothly transported to the designated location in the beam storage area 57 via the directional transport mechanism in the second transverse transfer area 56, avoiding the risk of component damage caused by manual hoisting or cross-area transportation, and ensuring the appearance quality and structural integrity of the beams. After unloading the beams, the mobile platform 1 directly enters the return transport line via the translation track in the second transverse transfer area 56, returning to the casting area 52 to participate in the next round of mold closing process without detour or waiting, significantly shortening the platform's non-production time and improving its turnover efficiency.

[0156] The second transverse transfer area 56 serves as a key hub at the end of the production process. Its layout closely connects the tensioning station, the beam storage area 57, and the return line 62, enabling the beam transfer and the recovery of the mobile platform 1 to be completed synchronously in the same area. This forms an efficient "tensioning-transfer-recovery" connection mechanism, effectively avoiding resource waste caused by the detour of the transfer route or the lag in the scheduling of the mobile platform 1 in the traditional process. It ensures the time connection accuracy of each link in the production line and is especially suitable for large-scale production scenarios with multiple platforms operating in parallel.

[0157] The beam production method provided in this application embodiment can be operated by the following steps as an example:

[0158] The movable platform 1 returns to the first transverse transfer area 51 and is transported from the first transverse transfer area 51 to the casting area 52, or the first transverse transfer area 51 and the casting area 52 are set at the same work position, and the movable platform 1 is adjusted to the position to be closed.

[0159] The formwork was closed in the pouring area 52;

[0160] Concrete is poured into the cavity formed by the formwork assembly in the pouring area 52;

[0161] The formed beam body, with its mold, is transported to the steam curing area for the first steam curing.

[0162] After the first steam curing, the beam is transported to the casting area 52 for demolding; the side mold 4 remains in the casting area 52, and the bottom mold 3 continues to move with the moving platform 1.

[0163] The mobile platform 1 transports the demolded beam to the steam curing area for further steam curing, including the second and third steam curing.

[0164] The beam is transported to the second transverse transfer zone 56 for tensioning.

[0165] The beam is transported to the beam storage area 57, and the movable platform 1 with the bottom formwork 3 is returned to the pouring area 52; the cycle is repeated.

[0166] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate this application and are not intended to limit this application. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of this application do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this application and should be covered within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A template system, characterized in that, include: The movable platform (1) is equipped with a first track (11); A fixed base (2) is provided on both sides of the movable platform (1), and a second track (23) is provided on the fixed base (2). The bottom mold (3) is fixed on the movable platform (1), and the first track (11) is located on both sides of the bottom mold (3); The side mold (4) can be moved from one of the first track (11) and the second track (23) to the other. When the side mold (4) moves to the first track (11), the side mold (4) and the bottom mold (3) form a cavity for casting the beam.

2. The template system according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a pushing mechanism (24) disposed on the fixed base (2), the pushing mechanism (24) being configured to drive the side mold (4) to move between the first track (11) and the second track (23).

3. The template system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the side mold (4) is provided with a slider (41) that cooperates with the first track (11) and the second track (23).

4. A template system, characterized in that, include: Mobile pedestal (1); A fixed seat (2) is provided on both sides of the movable platform (1), and a second track (23) is provided on the fixed seat (2); the bottom of the fixed seat (2) is provided with a traveling wheel so that the fixed seat (2) can move with the movable platform (1); The bottom mold (3) is fixed on the movable platform (1); The side mold (4) is movably installed on the second track (23). When the side mold (4) approaches the bottom mold (3) along the second track (23), the side mold (4) and the bottom mold (3) surround and form a cavity for casting the beam.

5. A beam production system, characterized in that, include: The casting module includes a formwork system as described in any one of claims 1 to 3 or a formwork system as described in claim 4, the casting module being used for mold closing and casting of the beam; The steam curing module is configured to steam cure the beam body cast by the casting module. One of the casting module and the steam curing module is also configured to demold the beam after it has been steam cured by the steam curing module.

6. The beam production system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The steam curing module includes: The first steam curing chamber is configured to steam cure the beam body cast by the casting module; the casting module is used to demold the beam body after steam curing in the first steam curing chamber, or the beam body is demolded in the first steam curing chamber after steam curing in the first steam curing chamber. The second steam curing chamber is configured to perform a second steam curing on the beam that has been steam cured in the first steam curing chamber.

7. The beam production system according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a first transverse transfer module, which is configured to receive a mobile platform (1) that is recycled after use, for use by the casting module.

8. The beam production system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first transverse transfer module is located upstream of the casting module, and the first transverse transfer module transports the movable platform (1) to the casting module; or, The first transverse transfer module and the pouring module are located at the same work station.

9. The beam production system according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a second transverse transfer module, which is located downstream of the steam curing module. The second transverse transfer module is configured to move the mobile platform (1) after use to the conveying line returning to the casting module.

10. The beam production system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The beam production system includes multiple production lines (61) and at least one return line (62). The mobile platform (1) cooperates with the production line (61) to enable the mobile platform (1) to drive the beam to complete the production process; the mobile platform (1) cooperates with the return line (62) to enable the mobile platform (1) to return to the casting module by the return line (62) after use.

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