Large-capacity head-tail double-drive reversible matched-hopper belt conveyor
By setting a tensioning trolley and worm gear structure at the tail of the reversible distribution belt conveyor, stable belt tensioning under dual head and tail drive is achieved, solving the problems of insufficient tail tension and spatial interference, and realizing stable long-distance, high-capacity conveying.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA COAL SCI & TECH GRP NANJING DESIGN & RES INST CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-28
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
Existing reversible distribution belt conveyors suffer from insufficient tail tension, leading to belt slippage under long-distance, high-volume transport conditions. Furthermore, in the dual-drive configuration, it is difficult to achieve spatial interference between the tail drive device and the tensioning device.
The machine adopts a tensioning carriage at the rear of the frame. The tail drive unit and the second roller both move on the tensioning carriage. The belt tension is achieved through a screw and worm gear structure, which ensures that the belt has sufficient tension at all points and avoids slippage.
It achieves stable operation of the belt over long distances and high volumes, avoids slippage, solves the problem of insufficient tension at the tail end, and avoids the problems of low power and poor heat dissipation of the built-in electric roller.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of belt conveyors, specifically a high-capacity head and tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor. Background Technology
[0002] In industries such as coal, steel, and chemicals, a common method for distributing materials across multiple silos is using reversible belt conveyors. Due to height limitations above the silos, reversible belt conveyors typically employ a linear arrangement with a single head drive and a tail helical tensioner (this method is the most space-efficient; using intermediate tensioning or adding an intermediate drive requires increasing the height of the belt conveyor, which is not feasible in some mining conditions). When using this arrangement for long-distance, high-volume material distribution, insufficient belt tension at the tail pulley can cause slippage, affecting production and operation. This problem arises because the helical tensioner's tension is limited. When the conveyor reverses direction towards the tail, the carrying surface becomes the return surface, and the tension at the tail pulley's approach point decreases. In situations requiring long distances and large volumes, the insufficient belt tension at the tail pulley in this configuration leads to slippage and operational issues. A dual-drive arrangement at both the head and tail ends conflicts with the drive mechanism, making it difficult to implement.
[0003] One way to solve the spatial interference problem between the tail drive unit and the tensioning device in a dual-drive layout is to use an internal electric roller. While this solves the space arrangement problem with the tensioning device, the internal electric roller typically has lower power and poor heat dissipation. Under long-term, high-volume delivery conditions, it often malfunctions due to prolonged overload operation, affecting production. Therefore, the dual-drive structure with an internal electric roller is also insufficient for meeting the demands of long-distance, high-volume reversible distribution. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.
[0005] Given the following technical problems in the existing technology: it is difficult to simultaneously install a tensioning device at the tail of the existing conveyor when setting up the drive.
[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor, comprising,
[0007] A frame, one end of which is provided with a head drive component, and the other end of which is provided with a tensioning trolley. The other end of the frame is also provided with a tail tensioning component, which is connected to the tensioning trolley.
[0008] The frame is provided with a first roller and a second roller, and a belt is connected between the first roller and the second roller. The head drive is connected to the first roller, and the tensioning trolley is provided with a tail drive, which is connected to the second roller.
[0009] As a preferred technical solution for a high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor,
[0010] A fixed guide rail is provided at the tail of the frame, and support blocks are provided at both ends of the second roller. The support blocks are mounted on the fixed guide rail.
[0011] As a preferred technical solution for a high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor,
[0012] The tensioning trolley includes a crossbar, rollers located at the bottom of the crossbar, and a connecting rod connected to the support block. The rollers are mounted on the fixed guide rail.
[0013] As a preferred technical solution for a high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor,
[0014] The tail tensioner includes a lead screw fixed to the side of the frame via a side plate, and the lead screw is connected to a threaded hole on the crossbar.
[0015] As a preferred technical solution for a high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor,
[0016] A fixing sleeve is provided on the side plate, a worm gear is provided in the fixing sleeve, and a worm wheel is also provided on the lead screw and connected to the worm gear.
[0017] As a preferred technical solution for a high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor,
[0018] A turntable is provided on the worm gear, and a handle is provided on the turntable.
[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: under the action of the tensioning device, this utility model can move back and forth, realize bidirectional drive at both ends, and ensure that the belt has sufficient tension at all points to prevent slippage, thus realizing the configuration of a bidirectional reversible batching equipment with a long distance and large conveying capacity. Attached Figure Description
[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the fixed guide rail and the second roller in this utility model;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a top view of the frame components in this utility model;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the placement structure of the roller on the fixed guide rail in this utility model;
[0025] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rear of the frame of this utility model.
[0026] Reference numerals: 103, belt; 200, head drive component; 101, first roller; 500, tail drive component; 100, frame; 102, second roller; 300, tensioning trolley; 102a, support block; 303, connecting rod; 302, roller; 104, fixed guide rail; 400, tail tensioning component; 301, crossbar; 401, side plate; 403, fixing sleeve; 402, lead screw; 404, worm gear; 405, turntable; 406, handle. Detailed Implementation
[0027] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0028] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.
[0029] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.
[0030] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not adhering to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, actual manufacturing should include the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth.
[0031] Example 1
[0032] Reference Figures 1-5 This embodiment provides a high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor, including a frame 100, a head drive component 200 at one end of the frame 100, a tension trolley 300 at the other end of the frame 100, and a tail tension component 400 at the other end of the frame 100, which is connected to the tension trolley 300; a first roller 101 and a second roller 102 are provided on the frame 100, and a belt 103 is connected between the first roller 101 and the second roller 102; the head drive component 200 is connected to the first roller 101; and the tension trolley 300 is provided with a tail drive component 500, which is connected to the second roller 102.
[0033] The first roller 101, the second roller 102, and the belt 103 together form a conveying component. The first roller 101 is located at the head and is driven to rotate by the head drive component 200. The second roller 102 is located at the tail and is driven to rotate by the tail drive component 500. Together, they form a belt conveyor with dual head and tail drives.
[0034] In this application, a tensioning carriage 300 is provided at the tail of the frame. The tail drive component 500 and the second roller 102 are both mounted on the tensioning carriage 300. The tensioning carriage 300 moves under the control of the tail tension component 400 to achieve the tensioning effect on the belt 103, while not affecting the driving function of the tail drive component 500 on the second roller 102.
[0035] A fixed guide rail 104 is provided at the tail of the frame 100, and support blocks 102a are provided at both ends of the second roller 102. The support blocks 102a are provided on the fixed guide rail 104.
[0036] The fixed guide rail 104 is fixed to the frame 100 as a whole.
[0037] It should be noted that the intermediate shaft of the second roller 102 is connected to the support block 102a through a bearing, and the support block 102a can slide on the fixed guide rail 104.
[0038] It should be noted that the bottom of the support block 102a can also be equipped with rollers that connect to the fixed guide rail 104 so that the support block 102a can move on the fixed guide rail 104.
[0039] The tensioning trolley 300 includes a crossbar 301, a roller 302 disposed at the bottom of the crossbar 301, and a connecting rod 303 connected to the support block 102a. The roller 302 is disposed on the fixed guide rail 104.
[0040] It should be noted that, Figure 5 The tail drive unit 500 and crossbar 301 are omitted from the display.
[0041] The tail tensioner 400 includes a lead screw 402 fixed to the side of the frame 100 via a side plate 401, and the lead screw 402 is connected to a threaded hole on the crossbar 301.
[0042] A fixing sleeve 403 is provided on the side plate 401, and a worm gear 404 is provided in the fixing sleeve 403. A worm wheel is also provided on the lead screw 402 and connected to the worm gear 404.
[0043] The connection structure between the worm gear and the worm 404 is encapsulated in the fixing sleeve 403.
[0044] A turntable 405 is provided on the worm gear 404, and a handle 406 is provided on the turntable 405.
[0045] Simultaneously driving the two turntables 405 at both ends to move can cause the lead screw 402 to drive the tensioning carriage 300 to move, and drive the second roller 102 to move to achieve belt tensioning.
[0046] It should be noted that this application demonstrates a method of controlling the rotation of the turntable drive screw 402 by hand-cranking, thereby ultimately achieving belt tensioning. If the control force for tensioning exceeds the force that the turntable can control in conventional operation, it is necessary to sacrifice volume and weight and add electrical equipment such as a motor to control the rotation of the screw.
[0047] This application solves the problem that it is difficult to simultaneously install a tensioning device at the tail of the conveyor when setting up the drive, thus ensuring the reliable operation of both the head and tail drives and the normal operation of the tail tensioning function.
[0048] Specifically, it solves the problem that traditional head-driven, tail-tensioned reversible silo belt conveyors in multi-silo environments with limited height space cannot achieve long-distance, high-capacity operation due to limited tension. It also solves the problem that the built-in electric rollers used in previous head-and-tail dual-drive + tail-tensioned reversible silo belt conveyors resulted in insufficient design power and overheating shutdowns caused by prolonged overload operation.
[0049] The unique feature of this application is that it breaks away from the conventional thinking that the drive device must be fixed in a fixed position. Instead, the tail roller and the drive device are arranged on the tensioning trolley, which can move back and forth under the action of the tensioning device. This achieves bidirectional drive at both the head and tail, while ensuring that the belt has sufficient tension at all points to prevent slippage. This enables the configuration of a bidirectional reversible batching equipment with a long distance and large conveying capacity.
[0050] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.
[0051] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A high-capacity, head-and-tail dual-drive reversible belt conveyor for silo distribution, characterized in that: include, A frame (100) is provided with a head drive component (200) at one end and a tensioning trolley (300) at the other end. A tail tensioning component (400) is also provided at the other end of the frame (100), and the tail tensioning component (400) is connected to the tensioning trolley (300). The frame (100) is provided with a first roller (101) and a second roller (102), and a belt (103) is connected between the first roller (101) and the second roller (102). The head drive (200) is connected to the first roller (101), and the tensioning trolley (300) is provided with a tail drive (500), which is connected to the second roller (102).
2. The high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixed guide rail (104) is provided at the tail of the frame (100), and support blocks (102a) are provided at both ends of the second roller (102), with the support blocks (102a) mounted on the fixed guide rail (104).
3. The high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor according to claim 2, characterized in that: The tensioning trolley (300) includes a crossbar (301), a roller (302) disposed at the bottom of the crossbar (301), and a connecting rod (303) connected to the support block (102a). The roller (302) is disposed on the fixed guide rail (104).
4. The high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor according to claim 3, characterized in that: The tail tensioner (400) includes a lead screw (402) fixed to the side of the frame (100) via a side plate (401), and the lead screw (402) is connected to a threaded hole on the crossbar (301).
5. The high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor according to claim 4, characterized in that: A fixing sleeve (403) is provided on the side plate (401), a worm gear (404) is provided in the fixing sleeve (403), and a worm wheel is provided on the lead screw (402) to connect with the worm gear (404).
6. The high-capacity head-and-tail dual-drive reversible distribution belt conveyor according to claim 5, characterized in that: A turntable (405) is provided on the worm gear (404), and a handle (406) is provided on the turntable (405).