Manhole protector for horizontal catalyst reactor
By designing a frame structure and a sliding adjustment device for the cover plate in a horizontal catalyst reactor, the problem of difficulty in opening the manhole cover was solved, improving operational efficiency and safety, and simplifying the operation of the catalyst reactor.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA PETROLEUM & CHEMICAL CORP
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
The manhole cover of the existing horizontal catalyst reactor is not easy to open, requiring multiple people to operate, which affects the efficiency and safety of the operation.
Design a protective device comprising a frame structure, a cover plate, a guide rail, a limiting component, and a driving component. The cover plate is adjustable in height by sliding and is connected to the guide rail via the driving component to achieve quick opening or closing. The combination of the limiting component and the control box facilitates operation.
It enables single-person, rapid operation of the cover plate, preventing personnel from falling, improving operational efficiency and safety, and simplifying the catalyst loading and maintenance process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of oil and gas purification technology, and in particular to a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor. Background Technology
[0002] Hydrogen sulfide in natural gas is converted into sulfur through the Claus sulfur recovery process. In the Claus sulfur recovery process, hydrogen sulfide and sulfur dioxide produce sulfur in a catalytic reactor. The catalytic reaction relies on the catalytic reactor. Horizontal catalytic reactors are usually used to produce sulfur. To fill the catalytic reactor with materials such as catalysts and ceramic balls, and to maintain the horizontal catalytic reactor, a manhole is provided at the top of the horizontal catalytic reactor. The manhole is connected to a flange for connecting blind plates. A grid plate support platform is built on top of the horizontal catalytic reactor to facilitate personnel operations.
[0003] To facilitate catalyst loading and the opening and sealing of manholes, the support platform is positioned above the manhole of the catalytic reactor with an opening. Currently, to prevent personnel from easily stepping into the opening of the grid plate during inspections, a cover is installed at the manhole. However, the cover is not easy to open when the manhole needs to be operated, requiring multiple people to operate. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as the difficulty in opening the manhole cover of a horizontal catalyst reactor, and to provide a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor.
[0005] This utility model provides a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor, comprising:
[0006] A frame structure component for connecting a support platform, the frame structure component having a cover plate and a vertical guide rail, the cover plate being slidably connected to the guide rail;
[0007] The guide rail is provided with a limiting component, which can be engaged and connected with the cover plate.
[0008] The cover plate is equipped with a driving component, which is connected to the guide rail.
[0009] This utility model discloses a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor. A frame structure is connected and fixed to a support platform, ensuring a secure connection between the frame structure and the support platform. A cover plate is placed over the manhole of the horizontal catalyst reactor to shield it, filling any gaps in the grid support platform to prevent personnel from falling. The height of the cover plate can be adjusted by sliding it on a guide rail, and a limiting component can fix the cover plate at a specified height, facilitating the feeding of materials into the manhole and maintenance of the catalyst reactor. A drive component connected to the guide rail allows the cover plate to move along the guide rail, enabling operators to quickly open or close the cover plate for easy operation.
[0010] Preferably, the frame structure has a channel, and both the guide rail and the cover plate are located within the channel.
[0011] The frame structure surrounds the open space supporting the platform, blocking workers and preventing them from stepping into the open space.
[0012] Preferably, a control box is provided on the guide rail, and the control box is connected to the drive component for control.
[0013] The control box controls the movement of the drive components, thereby controlling the relative position of the cover plate and the guide rail, and adjusting the height of the cover plate.
[0014] Preferably, the control box is provided with at least two control buttons.
[0015] The two buttons on the control box control the raising and lowering of the cover, respectively.
[0016] Preferably, the cover plate is provided with a slider, the guide rail is provided with a groove, the slider is adapted to the groove, and the driving component is connected to the slider.
[0017] The slider and the slide groove work together to guide and limit the slider, so that the slider can only slide within the slide groove, allowing the height of the cover plate to be adjusted and ensuring a firm connection between the guide rail and the slider.
[0018] Preferably, the guide rail has a through first limiting hole and a through second limiting hole, the first limiting hole being located on the bottom side of the guide rail and the second limiting hole being located on the top side of the guide rail, the slider having a through third limiting hole, and the limiting member including a rod; the rod can pass through the first limiting hole and the third limiting hole, or the rod can pass through the second limiting hole and the third limiting hole.
[0019] By passing the rod through both the third and second limiting holes, the cover plate is fixed to the top of the guide rail, preventing it from interfering with workers' access to the manhole; by passing the rod through both the third and first limiting holes, the cover plate is fixed to the bottom of the guide rail, preventing it from detaching from the manhole.
[0020] Preferably, the slide groove is provided with a rack, the driving component is provided with a gear, and the rack meshes with the gear.
[0021] When the gear meshes with the rack, the drive unit drives the gear to rotate, causing the gear to move on the rack, thereby adjusting the relative position of the cover plate and the guide rail.
[0022] Preferably, the driving component includes a base and a drive motor, the base is connected to the drive motor, the gear is connected to the drive motor, and the base is connected to the slider.
[0023] The drive motor rotates the gear, changing the connection position between the gear and the rack, thereby adjusting the height of the cover plate.
[0024] Preferably, the top and bottom ends of the guide rail are respectively provided with limiting plates.
[0025] The cover plate is limited by a limiting plate to prevent it from detaching from both ends of the guide rail.
[0026] Preferably, the bottom of the cover plate is provided with a groove that matches the shape of the manhole flange.
[0027] The manhole is equipped with a flange. By embedding the flange into the groove, the flange is positioned to limit the cover plate and prevent the cover plate from detaching from the manhole.
[0028] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0029] 1. This utility model provides a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor. A frame structure is connected and fixed to a support platform, ensuring a secure connection between the frame structure and the support platform. A cover plate is placed over the manhole of the horizontal catalyst reactor to shield it, filling any gaps in the grid support platform to prevent personnel from falling. The height of the cover plate can be adjusted by sliding it on a guide rail, and a limiting component can fix the cover plate at a specified height, facilitating the feeding of materials into the manhole and maintenance of the catalyst reactor. A driving component connected to the guide rail allows the cover plate to move along the guide rail, enabling operators to quickly open or close the cover plate for easy operation.
[0030] 2. This utility model provides a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor. It has a simple structure and is easy to operate. By installing the manhole protection device on the grid plate support platform, it prevents personnel from stepping into the open space of the support platform, thus preventing falls and ensuring personnel safety. It also features adjustable cover height, allowing the cover height to be adjusted according to actual needs. This protects inspection personnel during production and facilitates the opening and closing of the manhole during catalyst replacement, reducing operation time and enabling single-person opening of the cover. This improves the maintenance efficiency of the catalyst reactor and has good economic and practical value. Attached Figure Description
[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to the present invention.
[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to another perspective of the present invention.
[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a manhole protection device cover for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to the present invention;
[0034] Figure 4 This is a bottom view of the cover plate of a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to the present invention.
[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the guide rail for a manhole protection device in a horizontal catalyst reactor according to the present invention.
[0036] Figure 6 This is a front view schematic diagram of the guide rail for a manhole protection device in a horizontal catalyst reactor according to the present invention.
[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the drive component of a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to the present invention.
[0038] Marked in the image:
[0039] 1-Frame structure component, 2-Cover plate, 21-Slider, 22-Groove, 23-Third limiting hole, 3-Guide rail, 31-First limiting hole, 32-Second limiting hole, 33-Slide groove, 34-Rack, 4-Limiting component, 5-Drive component, 51-Base, 52-Drive motor, 53-Gear, 6-Control box, 61-Control button, 7-Channel, 8-Limiting plate. Detailed Implementation
[0040] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments. However, it should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention to the following embodiments; all technologies implemented based on the content of the present invention fall within the scope of the present invention.
[0041] Unless otherwise specified, the use of terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "center," "inner," and "outer" to indicate orientation or positional relationships in the description of specific embodiments of this utility model is based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the utility model product / equipment / device is typically placed during use. These terms are merely for the purpose of facilitating the description of the utility model solution or simplifying the description in specific embodiments, enabling those skilled in the art to quickly understand the solution, and do not indicate or imply that a specific device / component / element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific positional relationship. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0042] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," "suspended," and "parallel" does not imply that the corresponding device / component / element must be absolutely horizontal, vertical, suspended, or parallel, but rather that it can be slightly tilted or have a deviation. For example, "horizontal" merely means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted. Alternatively, it can be simplified to mean that the corresponding device / component / element, when set in a "horizontal," "vertical," "suspended," or "parallel" direction, can have an error / deviation of ±10% relative to the corresponding direction, more preferably within ±8%, more preferably within ±6%, more preferably within ±5%, and more preferably within ±4%. As long as the corresponding device / component / element is within the error / deviation range, it can still achieve its function in the present invention.
[0043] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first," "second," and "third" in terminology is merely for distinguishing descriptions of identical or similar components and should not be interpreted as emphasizing or implying the relative importance of a particular component.
[0044] Furthermore, in the description of the embodiments of this utility model, "several", "multiple", and "several" represent at least two. The number can be any number, such as two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, or nine, and can even exceed nine.
[0045] Furthermore, in the description of the technical solution of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified / limited / restricted, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," "link," "equipped with," "laid out," and "arranged" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to common connection methods in the art, such as welding, riveting, bolting, and threaded connections. Such connections can be mechanical, electrical, or communication connections; they can be direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components.
[0046] Example 1
[0047] like Figures 1-7 As shown, a manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor is specifically composed of a frame structure 1, which is fixedly connected to a support platform by welding. The frame structure 1 is provided with a cover plate 2 and a vertical guide rail 3. The cover plate 2 and the guide rail 3 are slidably connected, so that the guide rail guides the cover plate 2 in the vertical direction, thereby adjusting the height of the cover plate 2. The guide rail 3 is provided with a limiting member 4, which can be locked and connected to the cover plate 2, fixing the cover plate 2 at a specified height. The cover plate 2 is provided with a driving member 5, which is connected to the guide rail 3. The driving member 5 drives the cover plate 2 to slide on the guide rail 3.
[0048] The frame structure component 1 is connected and fixed to the support platform, ensuring a firm connection between the frame structure component 1 and the support platform. The cover plate 2 is placed over the manhole of the horizontal catalyst reactor to cover the manhole and fill the gap in the grid support platform to prevent personnel from falling. The height of the cover plate 2 can be adjusted by sliding on the guide rail 3. The limiting component 4 can fix the cover plate 2 at a specified height, which is convenient for operators to put materials into the manhole and to maintain the catalyst reactor. The drive component 5 is connected to the guide rail 3 and can drive the cover plate 2 to move on the guide rail 3, so that operators can quickly open or close the cover plate 2 for easy operation.
[0049] In one or more embodiments, the frame structure 1 is provided with a channel 7, and the guide rail 3 and the cover plate 2 are both located within the channel 7. Specifically, the frame structure 1 is composed of several horizontal bars and several vertical bars. The bottom shape of the frame structure 1 is adapted to the shape of the empty space of the support platform, so that the empty space of the support platform is surrounded by the frame structure 1. The frame structure 1 intercepts the workers and can prevent them from stepping into the empty space. The channel 7 is set in the middle of the frame structure 1, so that the guide rail 3 and the cover plate 2 are both set within the channel 7, so that the cover plate 2 can pass through the channel 7 to cover the manhole, or the cover plate 2 can pass through the channel 7 and move above the manhole. Furthermore, the frame structure 1 is coated with yellow paint to remind the workers.
[0050] In one or more embodiments, a control box 6 is provided on the guide rail 3. The control box 6 is connected to the drive component 5. Specifically, the control box 6 is connected to a drive power supply. The control box 6 controls the on / off state of the power supply, thereby controlling the movement state of the drive component 5 and realizing the control of the displacement of the cover plate 2.
[0051] In an optional embodiment, the control box 6 is provided with at least two control buttons 61. Specifically, the two control buttons 61 are spaced apart on the control box 6, one of which controls the cover 2 to rise and the other control the cover 2 to fall.
[0052] In one or more embodiments, the cover plate 2 is provided with a slider 21, the guide rail 3 is provided with a groove 33, the slider 21 is adapted to the groove 33, and the driving member 5 is connected to the slider 21. Specifically, the slider 21 is a T-shaped slider 21, and the shape of the groove 33 is adapted to the shape of the slider 21, so that the slider 21 is nested in the groove 33, so that the slider 21 can only move along the trajectory of the groove 33. The groove 33 is set vertically, so that the slider 21 can only move vertically, thereby adjusting the height of the cover plate 2.
[0053] In an optional embodiment, the guide rail 3 has a through first limiting hole 31 and a through second limiting hole 32. The first limiting hole 31 is located on the bottom side of the guide rail 3, and the second limiting hole 32 is located on the top side of the guide rail 3. The slider 21 has a through third limiting hole 23. The limiting member 4 includes a rod. The rod can pass through the first limiting hole 31 and the third limiting hole 23, or the rod can pass through the second limiting hole 32 and the third limiting hole 23. Specifically, there are two first limiting holes 31, which are arranged opposite each other on opposite sides of the guide rail 3. There are two second limiting holes 32. Two second limiting holes 32 are respectively set on opposite sides of the guide rail 3, and a third limiting hole 23 passes through the slider 21. In use, the first limiting hole 31 and the third limiting hole 23 are aligned, and the rod is inserted into the first limiting hole 31 and the third limiting hole 23 at the same time to limit and fix the cover plate 2 to the bottom of the guide rail 3, so as to prevent the cover plate 2 from falling off the manhole. The second limiting hole 32 and the third limiting hole 23 are aligned, and the rod is inserted into the second limiting hole 32 and the third limiting hole 23 at the same time to limit and fix the cover plate 2 to the top of the guide rail 3, so as to prevent the cover plate 2 from falling from a height when the operator operates the manhole.
[0054] In an optional embodiment, a mounting groove is provided in the slide groove 33, and a rack 34 is provided in the mounting groove. The driving component 5 is provided with a gear 53, and the rack 34 meshes with the gear 53. Specifically, the mounting groove is a strip-shaped groove provided in the slide groove 33, and the direction of the strip-shaped groove is the same as that of the slide groove 33. The rack 34 is fixedly installed in the mounting groove. When the gear 53 rotates, the relative position of the gear 53 and the rack 34 is changed, thereby adjusting the height of the cover plate 2.
[0055] In an optional embodiment, the driving component 5 includes a base 51 and a drive motor 52. The base 51 is connected to the drive motor 52, the gear 53 is connected to the drive motor 52, and the base 51 is connected to the slider 21. Specifically, the base 51 is fixedly connected to the slider 21, the drive motor 52 is fixedly connected to the base 51, the drive motor 52 is a servo motor, and the gear 53 is fixed at the output end of the drive motor 52. When the drive motor 52 rotates, the gear 53 rotates.
[0056] In one or more embodiments, the top and bottom ends of the guide rail 3 are respectively provided with limiting plates 8. Specifically, the limiting plates 8 are fixedly connected to the guide rail 3. The limiting plates 8 close the two ends of the slide groove 33 and abut against the slider 21 to prevent the slider 21 from coming out of the two ends of the slide groove 33.
[0057] In one or more embodiments, the bottom of the cover plate 2 is provided with a groove 22 that is adapted to the shape of the manhole flange. Specifically, the groove 22 is cylindrical and is adapted to the flange provided on the manhole, so that the flange is nested in the groove 22, thereby limiting the cover plate 2 and preventing the cover plate 2 from falling out of the manhole.
[0058] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor, characterized in that, include: A frame structure component (1) is used to connect a support platform. The frame structure component (1) is provided with a cover plate (2) and a vertical guide rail (3). The cover plate (2) and the guide rail (3) are slidably connected. The guide rail (3) is provided with a limiting member (4), which can be locked and connected with the cover plate (2); The cover plate (2) is provided with a driving component (5), which is connected to the guide rail (3).
2. The manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame structure (1) is provided with a channel (7), and the guide rail (3) and the cover plate (2) are both located in the channel (7).
3. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide rail (3) is provided with a control box (6), which is connected to the drive unit (5) for control.
4. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control box (6) is provided with at least two control buttons (61).
5. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover plate (2) is provided with a slider (21), the guide rail (3) is provided with a groove (33), the slider (21) is adapted to the groove (33), and the driving component (5) is connected to the slider (21).
6. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 5, characterized in that, The guide rail (3) has a through first limiting hole (31) and a through second limiting hole (32). The first limiting hole (31) is located on the bottom side of the guide rail (3), and the second limiting hole (32) is located on the top side of the guide rail (3). The slider (21) has a through third limiting hole (23). The limiting member (4) includes a rod. The rod can pass through the first limiting hole (31) and the third limiting hole (23), or the rod can pass through the second limiting hole (32) and the third limiting hole (23).
7. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 5, characterized in that, The slide groove (33) is provided with a rack (34), and the drive component (5) is provided with a gear (53). The rack (34) meshes with the gear (53).
8. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 7, characterized in that, The driving component (5) includes a base (51) and a drive motor (52). The base (51) is connected to the drive motor (52), the gear (53) is connected to the drive motor (52), and the base (51) is connected to the slider (21).
9. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top and bottom ends of the guide rail (3) are respectively provided with limiting plates (8).
10. A manhole protection device for a horizontal catalyst reactor according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The bottom of the cover plate (2) is provided with a groove (22) that matches the shape of the manhole flange.