A tree transplant protection device

Abstract

This utility model relates to the technical field of tree transplant protection devices, specifically a tree transplant protection device, comprising: a base, the base including a tray, several side plates being snapped onto the outer sides of the tray via a snap-fit ​​structure, and a top cover covering the top surface of the tray; the inner sides of the base, side plates, and top cover are covered with heat-insulating and water-retaining boards. This utility model utilizes a rigid structure to encase the root ball, preventing deformation of the root ball due to external forces during hoisting and transportation; employing a splicing structure, the tree root ball can be placed on the tray before the side plates and top cover are installed, preventing the root ball from loosening due to tree movement and reducing installation risks; by covering the inside of the device with heat-insulating and water-retaining boards, external heat is isolated while providing a certain amount of moisture to the root ball, extending its preservation time; by setting lifting rings, lifting points are increased, making hoisting and transportation safer and reducing damage to the tree trunk.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of tree transplant protection device, specifically a tree transplant protection device. Background Technology

[0002] Tree transplantation is a common method in modern landscaping projects. It can quickly achieve the desired landscape effect and significantly improve the efficiency of landscaping projects. Tree roots, anchored in the soil, play a crucial role in absorbing water and nutrients and supporting the tree. During transplantation, the roots need to be protected to ensure the tree can grow in its new location.

[0003] In current technology, trees are typically wrapped with straw ropes and burlap during transplantation to prevent the root ball from crumbling. However, this method requires a crane to lift the tree before workers can wrap it with the ropes, posing a safety hazard. Furthermore, the tree is prone to swaying during lifting, causing the root ball to break apart prematurely, and the process demands a certain level of operator skill. Additionally, straw ropes and burlap provide insufficient support for the root ball; during lifting or transport, external forces can easily deform the root ball or even damage the root system, affecting the survival rate of subsequent transplanting. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a tree transplant protection device.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model is:

[0006] A tree transplant protection device includes:

[0007] The chassis includes a tray, and several side plates are snapped onto the outer side of the tray via a snap-fit ​​structure. The side plates are spliced ​​into an inverted frustum shape to wrap the root ball of the tree. The top surface of the tray is covered with a top cover, which includes several fan-shaped cover plates. Each fan-shaped cover plate corresponds to one side plate. The top cover is used to cover the top of the root ball. A protective plate is provided on the front side of each fan-shaped cover plate to wrap the tree trunk.

[0008] The chassis, side panels, and top cover are covered with heat-insulating and water-retaining boards, which are used for water absorption and heat insulation. The inner side of the protective board is provided with an elastic pad, which is attached to the tree trunk.

[0009] Preferably, the diameter of the tray is the same as the height of the side panel, the height of the side panel is 60% to 80% of the diameter of the top cover, the diameter of the top cover is 7 to 8 times the inner diameter of the protective plate, and the inner diameter of the protective plate is slightly larger than the inner diameter of the tree.

[0010] Preferably, the snap-fit ​​structure includes a snap ring, which is circumferentially disposed in the middle of the outer side of the tray, and a plurality of insert blocks are evenly arranged radially on the outer side of the snap ring.

[0011] Preferably, the bottom inner side of the pallet is provided with a slot, which is adapted to a retaining ring, and the retaining ring is used to restrict the axial movement of the pallet.

[0012] Preferably, a slot is provided radially through the center of the card slot, and a fixing plate is provided on both sides of the outer side of the slot. The insert block passes through the slot and is fixed to the fixing plate to restrict the radial and circumferential movement of the side plate.

[0013] Preferably, the top outer side of the plate is symmetrically provided with positioning studs, and the head of the positioning studs passes through the side of the fan-shaped cover plate and is connected to a locking nut.

[0014] Preferably, a second limiting block is provided on the top of the outer side of the protective plate, and a buckle is provided below the second limiting block. The buckle includes two semi-circular metal rings, which wrap around all the protective plates and are then fixedly connected at both ends. A lifting ring is provided on the outer side of the middle part of the buckle.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] This invention utilizes a rigid structure to encase the root ball, preventing deformation due to external forces during hoisting and transportation. The modular structure allows the root ball to be placed on a pallet before the side panels and top cover are installed, preventing loosening of the root ball due to tree movement and reducing installation risks. An insulation and moisture-retaining board inside the device isolates external heat while providing moisture to the root ball, extending its shelf life. The addition of lifting rings increases the number of lifting points, making hoisting and transportation safer and reducing damage to the tree trunk. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the chassis structure in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the side plate structure in this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the top cover structure in this utility model.

[0022] The meanings of the labels in the diagram are as follows:

[0023] 1. Chassis; 11. Pallet; 12. Reinforcing rib; 13. Snap ring; 14. Insert block;

[0024] 2. Side panel; 21. Panel body; 22. Slot; 23. Slot; 24. Fixing plate; 25. Positioning stud; 26. Locking nut;

[0025] 3. Top cover; 31. Fan-shaped cover plate; 32. Limiting plate; 33. First sleeve; 34. Protective plate; 35. Second limiting block; 36. Buckle; 37. Lifting ring;

[0026] 4. Thermal insulation and water retention board; 5. Elastic padding. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0028] Example 1:

[0029] Please see Figure 1-5 The present invention will describe the above technical solution in detail through the following embodiments:

[0030] A tree transplant protection device includes:

[0031] The chassis 1 includes a tray 11. Several side plates 2 are snapped onto the outer side of the tray 11 via a snap-fit ​​structure. The side plates 2 are spliced ​​into an inverted frustum shape to wrap the root ball of the tree. The top surface of the tray 11 is covered with a top cover 3. The top cover 3 includes several fan-shaped cover plates 31. Each fan-shaped cover plate 31 corresponds to one side plate 2. The top cover 3 is used to cover the top of the root ball. A protective plate 34 is provided on the front side of the fan-shaped cover plate 31. The protective plate 34 is used to wrap the tree trunk.

[0032] The bottom surface of the pallet 11 is provided with reinforcing ribs 12, which are used to improve the load-bearing capacity of the pallet 11.

[0033] The chassis 1 is made of plastic and is molded in one piece.

[0034] Side plate 2 forms an inverted frustum shape that better fits the shape of the soil ball.

[0035] The chassis 1, side panels 2 and top cover 3 are covered with heat-insulating and water-retaining boards 4. The heat-insulating and water-retaining boards 4 are used for water absorption and heat insulation. The inner side of the protective board 34 is provided with elastic pads 5, which are attached to the tree trunk.

[0036] The thermal insulation and water retention board 4 can be made of coconut fiber and is used for thermal insulation. Before use, it should be thoroughly watered. After the coconut fiber absorbs water, it will expand to a certain extent, which can provide a certain amount of shock absorption and provide water to the trees, extending the survival time of water. It is suitable for long-distance transportation.

[0037] The elastic pad 5 can be made of rubber to increase the friction between the protective plate 34 and the tree trunk, while the elastic pad 5 can conform to the irregular surface of the tree trunk.

[0038] The diameter of the tray 11 is the same as the height of the side panel 2. The height of the side panel 2 is 60% to 80% of the diameter of the top cover 3. The diameter of the top cover 3 is 7 to 8 times the inner diameter of the protective plate 34. The inner diameter of the protective plate 34 is slightly larger than the inner diameter of the tree.

[0039] In this embodiment, the diameter of the top cover 3 is 8 times the inner diameter of the protective plate 34 and 7 times the inner diameter of the elastic pad 5, and the height of the side plate 2 is 65% of the diameter of the top cover 3.

[0040] This ratio was derived after taking into account both tree survival and transport weight.

[0041] The snap-fit ​​structure includes a snap ring 13, which is circumferentially arranged in the middle of the outer side of the tray 11, and a number of insert blocks 14 are evenly arranged radially on the outer side of the snap ring 13.

[0042] The thickness of the insert 14 is the same as that of the retaining ring 13, and a circular through hole is provided transversely at the end of the insert 14.

[0043] The bottom inner side of the plate body 21 is provided with a slot 22, which is adapted to the retaining ring 13. The retaining ring 13 is used to restrict the axial movement of the tray 11.

[0044] After the retaining ring 13 is inserted into the retaining slot 22, it can restrict the up and down movement of the tray 11.

[0045] The slot 23 is radially provided in the middle of the slot 22, and the fixing plates 24 are provided on both sides of the slot 23. The insert block 14 passes through the slot 23 and is fixed to the fixing plates 24 to restrict the radial and circumferential movement of the side plate 2.

[0046] The insert 14 and the fixing plate 24 are fixed together with bolts. After fixing, the side plate 2 and the tray 11 are prevented from separating.

[0047] The top of the outer side of the plate 21 is symmetrically provided with positioning studs 25, and the head of the positioning studs 25 passes through the side of the fan-shaped cover plate 31 and is connected to a locking nut 26.

[0048] A limiting plate 32 is provided below the outer edge of the fan-shaped cover plate 31. The inner side of the limiting plate 32 abuts against the outer side of the plate body 21. A first sleeve 33 is provided horizontally through the limiting plate 32. The positioning stud 25 passes through the first sleeve 33 and is threadedly connected to the locking nut 26.

[0049] The inlet of the first sleeve 33 is funnel-shaped, which can guide the insertion of the positioning stud 25 for easy installation.

[0050] A second limiting block 35 is provided on the top of the outer side of the protective plate 34, and a buckle 36 is provided below the second limiting block 35. The buckle 36 includes two semi-circular metal rings. The two metal rings wrap around all the protective plates 34 and are then fixedly connected at both ends. A hanging ring 37 is provided on the outer side of the middle part of the buckle 36.

[0051] The fan-shaped cover plate 31, the limiting plate 32, the protective plate 34, and the second limiting block 35 are integrally formed from the same material.

[0052] After the clip 36 encloses the protective plate 34, it can restrict the radial movement of the protective plate 34.

[0053] The lifting ring 37 is used for lifting trees. During lifting, a lifting point is set in the middle of the trunk, and the lifting ring 37 serves as a second lifting point, which enables the horizontal lifting of the tree, reduces axial friction on the bark, and reduces lifting damage.

[0054] Working principle:

[0055] Place tray 11 horizontally on the ground.

[0056] First, thoroughly water the insulation and water-retaining board 4 on the top surface of the tray 11.

[0057] Lift the tree and place the root ball in the center of tray 11, keeping the trunk upright.

[0058] Assemble side plate 2 from the side onto tray 11 and wrap the soil ball.

[0059] During assembly, align slot 23 with insert block 14, insert block 14 into slot 23, and at the same time ensure that slot 22 locks the retaining ring 13.

[0060] After the head of the insert 14 extends out of the slot 23, the insert 14 and the fixing plate 24 are fixed with bolts.

[0061] After the side panel 2 is assembled, water is poured on the insulation and water-retaining board 4 between the soil ball and the board body 21.

[0062] Water the insulation and water-retaining board 4 on the bottom surface of the fan-shaped cover plate 31 thoroughly, then cover the top surface of the soil ball with the fan-shaped cover plate 31 and push it radially toward the trunk so that the positioning stud 25 is inserted into the first sleeve 33 and initially fixed with the locking nut 26.

[0063] After all the fan-shaped cover plates 31 are assembled, the protective plate 34 is wrapped with clips 36 and fixed with bolts.

[0064] Then tighten all the lock nuts 26.

[0065] During hoisting and transportation, a hoisting point is set in the middle of the trunk, and the hoisting ring 37 serves as a second hoisting point. This enables the tree to be hoisted horizontally, reducing axial friction on the bark and minimizing hoisting damage.

[0066] The thoroughly watered insulation board 4 can replenish water to the soil ball while providing a certain buffer.

[0067] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples and are not intended to limit the utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A tree transplant protection device, characterized by, include: The chassis (1) includes a tray (11). Several side plates (2) are snapped onto the outer side of the tray (11) by a snap-fit ​​structure. The side plates (2) are spliced ​​into an inverted frustum shape for wrapping the root ball of the tree. The top surface of the side plate (21) is covered with a top cover (3). The top cover (3) includes several fan-shaped cover plates (31). Each fan-shaped cover plate (31) corresponds to a side plate (2). The top cover (3) is used to cover the top of the root ball. A protective plate (34) is provided on the front side of the fan-shaped cover plate (31). The protective plate (34) is used to wrap the tree trunk. The chassis (1), side panels (2) and top cover (3) are covered with heat-insulating and water-retaining boards (4), which are used for water absorption and heat insulation. The protective board (34) has an elastic pad (5) on its inner side, which is in contact with the tree trunk.

2. A tree transplant protection device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The diameter of the tray (11) is the same as the height of the side plate (2). The height of the side plate (2) is 60% to 80% of the diameter of the top cover (3). The diameter of the top cover (3) is 7 to 8 times the inner diameter of the protective plate (34). The inner diameter of the protective plate (34) is slightly larger than the inner diameter of the tree.

3. A tree transplant protection device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The snap-fit ​​structure includes a snap ring (13), which is circumferentially disposed in the middle of the outer side of the tray (11), and a plurality of insert blocks (14) are evenly arranged radially on the outer side of the snap ring (13).

4. A tree transplant protection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom inner side of the plate body (21) is provided with a slot (22), which is adapted to a retaining ring (13). The retaining ring (13) is used to restrict the axial movement of the tray (11).

5. A tree transplant protection device as claimed in claim 4, characterised in that: The slot (23) is radially provided in the middle of the slot (22), and the two sides of the slot (23) are provided with fixing plates (24). The insert (14) passes through the slot (23) and is fixed to the fixing plates (24) to restrict the radial and circumferential movement of the side plate (2).

6. A tree transplant protection device as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the outer side of the plate (21) is symmetrically provided with positioning studs (25), and the head of the positioning studs (25) passes through the side of the fan-shaped cover plate (31) and is connected to a locking nut (26).

7. A tree transplant protection device as claimed in claim 6, characterised in that: The protective plate (34) has a second limiting block (35) on the top of its outer side, and a buckle (36) is provided below the second limiting block (35). The buckle (36) includes two semi-circular metal rings. The two metal rings wrap around all the protective plates (34) and then the two ends are fixedly connected. A hanging ring (37) is provided on the outer side of the middle part of the buckle (36).

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