Gas supply system for multi-functional units in the electrolysis workshop
By introducing water spray pipes, atomizing nozzles, and an automatic control system into the gas supply system of the multi-functional unit in the electrolysis workshop, the problems of cumbersome and dangerous manual operation of the bottom drain valve of the gas storage tank were solved, achieving automated drainage and improved safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- BINZHOU HONGNUO NEW MATERIALS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-19
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-30
AI Technical Summary
The drain valve at the bottom of the gas storage tank needs to be operated manually, which is cumbersome and dangerous, and the amount of water accumulation is unpredictable, leading to equipment corrosion and safety hazards.
A multi-functional gas supply system for an electrolysis workshop was designed. It uses water spray pipes and atomizing nozzles, combined with lower and upper limit water level switches and solenoid valves for automatic control, to achieve automatic atomization and spraying of accumulated water and to close the system, thus avoiding high-altitude operation.
It simplifies the drainage operation of gas storage tanks, improves safety and equipment lifespan, reduces the dangers of working at heights, and enables automatic control of water accumulation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of multi-functional units in electrolysis workshops, specifically a gas supply system for multi-functional units in electrolysis workshops. Background Technology
[0002] The aluminum electrolysis multi-functional unit, also known as the aluminum electrolysis multi-functional overhead crane, is a key piece of equipment in large-scale prebaked anode aluminum electrolysis production. It can replace manual labor in the aluminum electrolysis process, performing tasks such as shell breaking, anode replacement, anode pit cleaning, feeding, aluminum tapping and metering, anode busbar transfer, electrolytic cell repair, and other hoisting operations. These operations are carried out under extremely harsh conditions such as high temperature, high dust, corrosive gases, and strong magnetic fields, which can greatly reduce the labor intensity of workers and improve work efficiency. The aluminum electrolysis multi-functional unit mainly consists of a bridge, a main trolley, tool trolleys (including shell breaking mechanism, feeding mechanism, slag cleaning device, and feeding device), aluminum tapping trolley, hydraulic system, air supply system, and electrical control system.
[0003] The air supply system includes an air compressor and an air tank connected to the air compressor. During use, water molecules in the air condense into water droplets as the pressure increases, and water gradually accumulates at the bottom of the air tank. Over time, this corrodes the air tank body, reducing the lifespan and safety of the equipment. The drain valve at the bottom of the air tank requires manual operation. Personnel need to climb to the top of the overhead crane to open the drain valve, drain the water into a bucket, and then remove it. This operation is cumbersome and dangerous. Furthermore, the amount of water in the air tank cannot be known before draining, so water can only be drained blindly. Utility Model Content
[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a multi-functional gas supply system for an electrolysis workshop, so as to solve the problems in the prior art where the drain valve at the bottom of the gas storage tank needs to be manually operated to drain water, which is cumbersome, dangerous, and the amount of water in the gas storage tank cannot be known before draining.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a multi-functional unit gas supply system for an electrolysis workshop, including a gas storage tank. The gas storage tank has an air compressor connected to its inlet and a gas-using device connected to its outlet. A water storage tank is connected to the bottom outlet of the gas storage tank via a drain pipe. The water storage tank has an atomizing nozzle connected to it via a spray pipe for spraying water from inside the tank. A solenoid valve is connected to the spray pipe.
[0006] Furthermore, the water storage tank is equipped with a lower limit water level switch and an upper limit water level switch located above the lower limit water level switch. The lower limit water level switch and the upper limit water level switch are electrically connected to the solenoid valve.
[0007] Furthermore, the drain pipe is connected to the top of the water storage tank, and the spray pipe is connected to the bottom of the water storage tank.
[0008] Furthermore, a manual shut-off valve is installed at the outlet of the gas storage tank.
[0009] This invention, by setting up a water spray pipe and atomizing nozzle, can atomize the water accumulated in the gas storage tank and spray it into the air, eliminating the need to drain the water into a bucket and remove it. It is simple to operate, avoids the need to retrieve water from a height, and is safer.
[0010] This invention, by setting a lower limit water level switch, an upper limit water level switch, and a solenoid valve, can automatically control the solenoid valve to open when the water level reaches a certain height. Under the impetus of high-pressure gas in the gas storage tank, water is atomized and sprayed out from the atomizing nozzle. When the water level drops to a certain height, the solenoid valve is controlled to close, stopping the water spraying. This achieves control over the amount of water accumulated, avoiding blind water discharge. Furthermore, the water spray valve automatically opens and closes, avoiding the danger of operating the valve at height. Attached Figure Description
[0011] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention.
[0012] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a gas supply system embodiment for a multi-functional unit in an electrolysis workshop;
[0013] In the diagram: 1. Air tank; 2. Air compressor; 3. Water tank; 4. Atomizing nozzle; 5. Water spray pipe; 6. Solenoid valve; 7. Lower limit water level switch; 8. Upper limit water level switch; 9. Drain pipe; 10. Manual shut-off valve; 11. Gas-using equipment. Detailed Implementation
[0014] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0015] like Figure 1 As shown in the embodiment of this utility model, a multi-functional unit gas supply system for an electrolysis workshop is provided. The system is installed on a trolley and includes a gas storage tank 1. An air compressor 2 is connected to the inlet of the gas storage tank 1. The pressure of the gas inside the gas storage tank is 0.7 MPa. A gas-using device 11 is connected to the outlet of the gas storage tank 1. The gas-using device 11 includes a shell-breaking cylinder for a shell-breaking mechanism and a pneumatic valve for a material feeding mechanism. A water storage tank 3 is connected to the bottom outlet of the gas storage tank 1 via a drain pipe 9. An atomizing nozzle 4 for spraying water from inside the water storage tank 3 is connected to the water storage tank 3 via a water spray pipe 5. The atomizing nozzle 4 is installed on the trolley. A solenoid valve 6 is connected to the water spray pipe 5.
[0016] The water storage tank 3 is equipped with a lower limit water level switch 7 and an upper limit water level switch 8 located above the lower limit water level switch 7; the lower limit water level switch 7 and the upper limit water level switch 8 are electrically connected to the solenoid valve 6.
[0017] Drain pipe 9 is connected to the top of water storage tank 3, and spray pipe 5 is connected to the bottom of water storage tank 3.
[0018] A manual shut-off valve 10 is installed at the outlet of the gas storage tank 1.
[0019] The working principle of the above embodiments is as follows:
[0020] During normal use, when the manual shut-off valve 10 is opened, the water accumulated in the gas tank 1 will enter the water tank 3 under the push of the gas inside the gas tank 1. The water accumulates in the water tank 3. When the water level reaches the upper limit water level switch 8, the upper limit water level switch 8 controls the solenoid valve 6 to open. The water in the water tank 3 flows through the spray pipe 5 into the atomizing nozzle 4 and is then atomized and sprayed out. When the water level drops to the lower limit water level switch 7, the lower limit water level switch 7 controls the solenoid valve 6 to close, and the water stops spraying out.
[0021] Before adopting the solution in this embodiment, personnel had to climb to the top of the crane to open the drain valve, drain the water into a bucket, and then take it down. The operation was cumbersome, took 30 minutes each time, and was quite dangerous.
[0022] This embodiment, by setting up a water spray pipe and atomizing nozzle, can atomize the water accumulated in the gas storage tank and spray it into the air, eliminating the need to drain the water into a bucket and remove it. The operation is simple, the control is automated, and no human intervention is required, avoiding the need to retrieve water from high altitudes, making it safer.
[0023] This embodiment, by setting a lower limit water level switch, an upper limit water level switch, and a solenoid valve, can automatically control the solenoid valve to open when the water level reaches a certain height. Under the impetus of high-pressure gas in the gas storage tank, water is atomized and sprayed out from the atomizing nozzle. When the water level drops to a certain height, the solenoid valve is controlled to close, stopping the water spraying. This achieves control over the amount of water accumulated, avoiding blind water discharge. Furthermore, the water spray valve automatically opens and closes, avoiding the danger of operating the valve at height.
[0024] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A multi-functional machine group gas supply system for an electrolytic plant, comprising a gas storage tank (1), characterized in that, The air inlet of the air storage tank (1) is connected to an air compressor (2), and the air outlet of the air storage tank (1) is connected to a gas-using device (11); the bottom outlet of the air storage tank (1) is connected to a water storage tank (3) through a drain pipe (9), and the water storage tank (3) is connected to an atomizing nozzle (4) for spraying water from inside the water storage tank (3) through a water spray pipe (5); a solenoid valve (6) is connected to the water spray pipe (5); The water storage tank (3) is equipped with a lower limit water level switch (7) and an upper limit water level switch (8) located above the lower limit water level switch (7). The lower limit water level switch (7) and the upper limit water level switch (8) are electrically connected to the solenoid valve (6).
2. The multi-purpose cell plant gas supply system of claim 1, wherein, The drain pipe (9) is connected to the top of the water storage tank (3), and the spray pipe (5) is connected to the bottom of the water storage tank (3).
3. The multi-purpose cell plant gas supply system of claim 1, wherein, The gas storage tank (1) is equipped with a manual shut-off valve (10) at the gas outlet.