A device for steam curing of blocks

By designing a steam curing device for masonry blocks, which combines a steam generator and a curing chamber, efficient and flexible steam curing of masonry blocks has been achieved. This solves the problems of high labor intensity and media waste in existing technologies, and improves curing efficiency and steam utilization.

CN224464937UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-07TONGLU HONGYU BUILDING MATERIALS CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
TONGLU HONGYU BUILDING MATERIALS CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-14
Publication Date
2026-07-07

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Technical Problem

Existing block curing methods are labor-intensive, inefficient, and prone to wasting spraying media.

Method used

A steam curing device for masonry blocks was designed, which combines a steam generator and a curing chamber. It uses a spray assembly to spray the block in a closed space. Through the flexible arrangement of multiple spray pipes and spray heads, combined with valve control, it achieves efficient utilization of steam and supports alternating spraying of steam and water to adapt to different environmental needs.

Benefits of technology

It improves the curing effect and efficiency of the blocks, reduces steam waste, enhances the flexibility and applicability of the equipment, and reduces the impact of the external environment on the blocks.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of block steam curing devices, including steam generator and curing chamber, the side of the curing chamber is rotatably provided with door group and is internally provided with spraying assembly, spraying assembly includes the multiple groups of spray pipes that are respectively arranged on the side wall and top wall of curing chamber and the multiple groups of spray heads that are arranged on it, the spray pipe is connected with the gas outlet pipe that is provided on steam generator by pipeline that is arranged outside curing chamber and is communicated, and pipe valve is installed on the multiple groups of branch pipes that are respectively communicated with multiple groups of spray pipes on pipeline, the spray pipe is detachably installed in curing chamber by rotatably arranged connection seat at both ends. The block steam curing device can further improve the curing effect and curing efficiency of the block, facilitate operation while not easy to cause the phenomenon of steam and other spraying medium waste, improve the utilization rate of steam.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of block curing technology, specifically to a block steam curing device. Background Technology

[0002] In the construction industry, the curing of masonry blocks is a crucial step in ensuring their strength and durability. Currently, the most common curing method involves manually spraying the blocks stored in the open with a water pump or steam generator using a corresponding spraying medium (water or steam). This method is labor-intensive, inefficient, and also prone to wasting the spraying medium. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a steam curing device for masonry blocks, which can further improve the curing effect and efficiency of masonry blocks, is easy to operate, and does not easily cause waste of steam and other spraying media, thereby improving the utilization rate of steam.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the above problems is:

[0005] A steam curing device for masonry blocks includes a steam generator and a curing chamber. The curing chamber has a door assembly rotatably mounted on its side and a spray assembly inside. The spray assembly includes multiple sets of spray pipes spaced apart on the side walls and top walls of the curing chamber, and several sets of spray heads spaced apart on them. The spray pipes are connected to the steam generator's outlet pipe through pipes installed outside the curing chamber, and multiple branch pipes connected to the multiple sets of spray pipes are equipped with pipe valves.

[0006] Preferably, the spray pipe can be detachably installed in the curing chamber via connecting seats that are rotatably provided at both ends.

[0007] Preferably, the curing chamber located at the valve position on the branch pipe has multiple sets of connecting pipes arranged at intervals forming a ladder frame installed on both sides of its exterior sidewalls.

[0008] Preferably, the top of the curing chamber is also equipped with multiple sets of exhaust fans.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the steam generator is provided with a drain pipe, the bottom of the curing chamber is formed by a detachably installed filter plate to form a collection trough, and the side of the curing chamber is provided with a second drain pipe that communicates with the inside of the collection trough. A second pipe valve is installed on the gas outlet pipe, the drain pipe and the second drain pipe.

[0010] Preferably, a support frame can be detachably installed in the collection trough located at the bottom of the filter plate, and a baffle can be detachably installed on the side of the collection trough on the curing chamber below the door assembly, and an inclined platform is provided on the outside of the baffle.

[0011] Preferably, the door assembly is arranged in a double-opening manner with two sets and an observation window.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages and effects:

[0013] This utility model relates to a steam curing device for masonry blocks. This device, in conjunction with a steam generator and a curing chamber, utilizes a spray assembly within the curing chamber, combined with a door assembly to create a sealed space. Compared to manual spraying, this significantly improves the steam curing effect and efficiency of the blocks. Furthermore, the multiple spray pipes and spray heads within the spray assembly, positioned at different locations within the curing chamber, enhance the comprehensiveness of spraying corresponding areas within the chamber, improving steam dispersion and uniformity of curing the blocks. The valves installed on multiple branch pipes of the steam pipeline allow for flexible opening and closing based on the specific location of the blocks and the curing time within the chamber. This, combined with the steam control system installed on the steam generator, further improves the steam curing effect and efficiency. This system facilitates operation while effectively reducing steam waste and further improving steam utilization. Furthermore, blocks stored inside the curing chamber can be easily transported using pallets and forklifts, and can also be stored indoors for extended periods, minimizing the impact of external environmental factors compared to blocks placed outdoors. The steam generator can be replaced with a water tank, connected to a water pump and booster pump, and linked to the external piping and internal spray components. The spray heads and pipes are detachably connected via a threaded structure, allowing for easy replacement of the spray head components. This enables atomized spraying of the blocks inside the curing chamber, allowing for the use of either steam or water as the spraying medium, meeting the needs of different environments and improving the flexibility, applicability, and practicality of this block steam curing device. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a steam curing device for building blocks according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0015] Figure 2 This is an enlarged view of the internal structure of the maintenance room in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a partial enlarged view of the steam generator and curing chamber according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 4This is an enlarged view of the structure of the filter plate, support frame and baffle at the bottom of the curing chamber of this utility model embodiment, which are detachably connected to the collection tank.

[0018] Attached Figures: Steam Generator 1, Outlet Pipe 11, Drain Pipe 12, Curing Chamber 2, Door Assembly 21, Locking Component 210, Observation Window 211, Pipe 22, Branch Pipe 221, Pipe Valve 222, Connecting Pipe 23, Collection Tank 24, Isolation Plate 25, Second Drain Pipe 26, Baffle 27, Second Pipe Valve 100, Spray Assembly 3, Spray Pipe 31, Connecting Seat 311, Spray Head 32, Exhaust Fan 4, Filter Plate 5, Support Frame 6, Inclined Platform 7. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and through embodiments. The following embodiments are explanations of the present invention, but the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0020] See Figure 1-2 This embodiment relates to a steam curing device for masonry blocks, including a steam generator 1 and a curing chamber 2. The curing chamber 2 is rotatably equipped with a door assembly 21 on its side and a spray assembly 3 is installed inside. The spray assembly 3 includes multiple sets of spray pipes 31 arranged at intervals on the side wall and top wall of the curing chamber 2, and several sets of spray heads 32 arranged at intervals on them. The spray pipes 31 are connected to the steam outlet pipe 11 provided on the steam generator 1 through pipes 22 provided outside the curing chamber 2. Multiple sets of branch pipes 221 on the pipes 22 are connected to the multiple sets of spray pipes 31, and each branch pipe 222 is equipped with a pipe valve 222.

[0021] Specifically in this embodiment, such as Figure 1 The overall structural design of this type of steam curing device for masonry blocks is shown, combined with... Figure 2The structure and layout of the spray assembly 3 inside the curing chamber 2 shown are such that, in actual use, the blocks can be stored in the cavity of the curing chamber 2 by rotating the door assembly 21. After the blocks are placed, the door assembly 21 is closed to form a sealed space inside the curing chamber 2. Then, the main body of the steam generator 1, which adopts a common structure in the prior art, is opened. Steam can reach multiple sets of spray pipes 31 through the exhaust pipe 11 along the pipe 22. Then, through several sets of spray heads 32 arranged at intervals on the spray pipes 31, the blocks placed in the curing chamber 2 are sprayed comprehensively in different areas. The multiple sets of pipe valves 222 installed on the multiple sets of branch pipes 221 on the pipe 22 can be flexibly opened and closed according to the specific placement position of the blocks inside the curing chamber 2 and the corresponding steam time. After the steam curing is completed, the steam generator 1 is closed and the door assembly 21 is opened to transfer the blocks stored inside the curing chamber 2 and perform steam curing on another batch of blocks, etc. This type of block curing device, working in conjunction with a steam generator 1 and a curing chamber 2, utilizes a spray assembly 3 within the curing chamber 2 and a door assembly 21 to create a sealed space. Compared to manual spraying, this significantly improves the steam curing effect and efficiency of the blocks. Furthermore, the multiple spray pipes 31 and spray heads 32 within the spray assembly 3, positioned at different locations within the curing chamber 2, enhance the comprehensiveness of spraying corresponding areas within the chamber, improving steam dispersion and uniformity of curing the blocks. The valves 222 installed on the multiple branch pipes 221 of the steam pipeline allow for flexible opening and closing based on the specific location of the blocks and the curing time within the chamber 2. Combined with the steam control system on the steam generator 1, this system facilitates operation and ensures effective... To reduce steam waste and further improve steam utilization, the blocks stored inside the curing chamber 2 can be easily transported using pallets and forklifts, while also allowing for long-term storage within the chamber. Compared to blocks placed outdoors, this reduces unnecessary impacts from the external environment. Furthermore, the steam generator 1 can be replaced with a water tank and connected to existing atomizing spray equipment such as water pumps and booster pumps, which are common in existing technologies. This is achieved by connecting the pipes 22 surrounding the curing chamber 2 and its internal spray components 3. The spray heads 32 and spray pipes 31 can be detachably connected via a threaded structure, allowing for the replacement of the corresponding structures of the spray heads 32. This enables atomizing spraying of the blocks inside the curing chamber 2, allowing for the use of different spray media such as steam or water for curing, meeting the usage and curing needs of different environments, and improving the flexibility, applicability, and practicality of this block steam curing device.

[0022] The spray pipe 31 can be detachably installed in the curing chamber 2 via connecting seats 311 rotatably provided at both ends. Figure 2 As can be seen, the two sets of connecting seats 311 can be sleeved on both ends of the spray pipe 31, and at the same time, they can be detachably connected to the inner wall of the curing chamber 2 with bolts, which facilitates daily maintenance and later maintenance. In addition, the pipe 22 connected to the spray pipe 31 is designed as a flexible hose. The spray pipe 31 can drive several sets of spray heads 32 to rotate at corresponding angles according to the placement position and corresponding stacking height of the blocks. Thus, the rotation of multiple sets of spray heads 32 at different positions inside the curing chamber 2 allows the spray heads 32 to have different spray angles, which can further improve the spraying effect of the spray assembly 3 and improve the dispersion and uniformity of the spray medium inside the curing chamber 2.

[0023] The curing chamber 2, located at the position of the valve 222 on the branch pipe 221, has ladders formed by multiple sets of spaced connecting pipes 23 installed on both sides of its exterior sidewalls. Figure 1 and Figure 2 It can be seen that the addition and positioning of the ladder frame facilitates the climb of operators in the maintenance room 2 and allows for easy opening and closing of the valves 222 installed on the corresponding branch pipes 221 of the pipeline 22. It also facilitates daily inspections and subsequent maintenance of the pipeline 22, its multiple branch pipes 221, and the valves 222. Furthermore, in conjunction with… Figure 1 For example, the structure of the steam generator 1 can be adjusted by moving the wheel set at its bottom to the position of the ladder on one side of the maintenance chamber 2. The climbing process of the ladder can also facilitate the daily inspection and maintenance of the top structure of the steam generator 1, thereby improving the convenience and efficiency of maintenance operations.

[0024] The top of the curing chamber 2 is also equipped with multiple sets of exhaust fans 4. The structure of the exhaust fans 4 is designed to be turned on after curing is completed, so as to quickly remove the "used" waste steam, condensed water vapor and any residual hot and humid air in the curing chamber 2, reduce the number of water droplets formed inside the top of the curing chamber 2 after steam condensation, appropriately reduce the humidity inside the curing chamber 2, reduce the amount of condensate and the phenomenon of back dripping and contaminating the blocks, and at the same time facilitate the pre-cooling of the cavity before the next batch of blocks is cured, thereby improving the efficiency of steam curing.

[0025] See Figure 3-4The steam generator 1 has a drain pipe 12 at its bottom. The curing chamber 2 has a collection trough 24 formed at its bottom by a detachably installed filter plate 5, and a second drain pipe 26 connected to the inside of the collection trough 24 is provided on the side of the curing chamber 2. Second valves 100 are installed on the outlet pipe 11, drain pipe 12, and second drain pipe 26. In actual use, the drain pipe 12 at the bottom of the steam generator 1, combined with the second valve 100 installed thereon, allows for the timely drainage of accumulated condensate during each shutdown or low-load operation, preventing water hammer or water carryover in the steam during the next steam supply. The addition of the second valve 100 on the top outlet pipe 11 also facilitates the opening and closing control of the steam supply, simplifying daily inspections and subsequent maintenance of the steam generator 1, thus improving the efficiency of the steam generator 1. For stability, the condensate generated inside the curing chamber 2 during steam curing can be collected in the collection tank 24 below through the bottom filter plate 5. The condensate in the collection tank 24 can be conveniently discharged through the second drain pipe 26 and the second valve 100 installed on it, reducing the accumulation of water at the bottom of the curing chamber 2 and its further impact on the placed blocks. The combination of the drain pipe 12 and the second drain pipe 26 and the second valve 100 also facilitates the recovery of condensate. In addition, the filter plate 5 can be detached and installed by sliding on the isolation plate 25 set in the collection tank 24, which facilitates the inspection and cleaning of the filter plate 5 and the inside of the collection tank 24, reducing the possibility of blockage in the second drain pipe 26 in the filter plate 5 and the collection tank 24, and improving the stability and efficiency of drainage.

[0026] A support frame 6 can be detachably installed inside the collection trough 24 located at the bottom of the filter plate 5. A baffle 27 can be detachably installed on the side of the collection trough 24 on the curing chamber 2 below the door assembly 21, and a ramp 7 is also provided on the outer side of the baffle 27. Specifically, from Figure 4 As can be seen, the support frame 6 is added between the isolation plate 25 and the filter plate 5 inside the collection tank 24, which can further improve the support effect of the filter plate 5. At the same time, combined with the addition of the baffle 27 which is detachably connected to the curing chamber 2 on one side of the collection tank 24 by bolts, the convenience of disassembling and assembling the filter plate 5 and the support frame 6 on the isolation plate 25 inside the collection tank 24 and cleaning the collection tank 24 can be further improved. In addition, combined with the addition of the inclined platform 7 with the appropriate height on the outside of the baffle 27, it does not affect the normal opening and closing of the door assembly 21, and also facilitates the entry of forklifts and other handling equipment into the curing chamber 2, improving the convenience of block transfer operations and meeting different usage needs.

[0027] The door assembly 21 is arranged in a double-opening manner with two sets and an observation window 211, from which... Figure 1As can be seen, the two sets of doors 21 with this opening and closing method can further reduce the space occupied, while the locking parts 210 on them ensure the airtightness of the steam curing process in the curing chamber 2. At the same time, the opening of the observation window 211 on the door 21 allows the operator to easily observe the steam curing situation in the curing chamber 2 in real time and make timely adjustments when abnormalities occur, thereby improving the operational flexibility and stability of the steam curing process.

[0028] The above description in this specification is merely illustrative of the present invention. Those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains may make various modifications or additions to the described specific embodiments or use similar methods to replace them, as long as they do not depart from the content of this specification or exceed the scope defined in the claims, all of which shall fall within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A steam curing device for building blocks, characterized in that: The device includes a steam generator and a curing chamber. The curing chamber has a door assembly that rotates on its side and a spray assembly inside. The spray assembly includes multiple sets of spray pipes spaced apart on the side and top walls of the curing chamber and several sets of spray heads spaced apart on them. The spray pipes are connected to the steam outlet pipes on the steam generator through pipes installed outside the curing chamber. Each of the multiple branch pipes on the pipes that are connected to the multiple sets of spray pipes is equipped with a pipe valve.

2. The steam curing device for masonry blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The spray pipe can be detachably installed in the curing chamber via connecting seats that are rotatably provided at both ends.

3. The steam curing device for blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The curing chamber located at the valve position on the branch pipe has multiple sets of connecting pipes arranged at intervals forming a ladder frame on both sides of its exterior.

4. The steam curing device for blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the curing room is also equipped with multiple sets of exhaust fans.

5. The steam curing device for blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the steam generator is equipped with a drain pipe, and the bottom of the curing chamber is formed by a detachably installed filter plate to form a collection trough. A second drain pipe connected to the inside of the collection trough is provided on the side of the curing chamber. A second pipe valve is installed on the gas outlet pipe, the drain pipe and the second drain pipe.

6. The steam curing device for blocks according to claim 5, characterized in that: The supporting frame can also be detachably installed in the collection trough located at the bottom of the filter plate. A baffle can be detachably installed on the side of the collection trough on the curing chamber below the door assembly, and an inclined platform is also provided on the outside of the baffle.

7. The steam curing device for blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The door assembly is arranged in two sets with a double-opening design and has an observation window.