A concrete member section size and reinforcement cover thickness controller

By designing a controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the concrete cover, and utilizing a movable connection and screw-nut structure, precise control of the dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the concrete cover was achieved, solving the problem of poor accuracy during construction and improving construction efficiency and quality.

CN224468663UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-07CHINA CONSTR FOURTH ENG BUREAU WATER RESOURCES & ENERGY DEV CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHINA CONSTR FOURTH ENG BUREAU WATER RESOURCES & ENERGY DEV CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-14
Publication Date
2026-07-07

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Technical Problem

In building construction, it is difficult to precisely control the dimensions of concrete structures and the thickness of the steel reinforcement protective layer, which leads to problems such as reduced structural load-bearing capacity, steel corrosion, and failure to pass quality acceptance.

Method used

A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the concrete cover is designed. Through the movable connection of the first and second main bodies, combined with the screw and nut structure, the controller can achieve precise adjustment and control of the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the concrete cover.

Benefits of technology

It improves construction efficiency and precision, ensures that the dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the protective layer meet design requirements, avoids quality problems caused by deviations, and reduces project costs and schedule risks.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of concrete member section size and reinforcing steel bar cover thickness controller, belong to building construction field. Including first body, second body, movable piece and gasket. The second body with the first body swing joint, and can be along the axial direction of the first body adjustment position;The movable piece with the second body swing joint, and can be along the axial direction of the second body adjustment position;The gasket is respectively fixedly arranged on the movable piece and the end of second body. The position of the second body relative to first body can be adjusted, to adjust the overall length of controller, adapt to different thickness concrete structure, the section size of different thickness concrete structure can be effectively controlled. The position of the movable piece on the second body can be adjusted according to actual situation, and the thickness of reinforcing steel bar cover is adjusted by adjusting the distance between two steel gaskets.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of building construction, and in particular to a controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer. Background Technology

[0002] In the construction industry, on-site concrete structure construction often results in substandard concrete dimensions and cover thickness due to deviations in formwork erection or rebar displacement. This problem is particularly prominent in critical load-bearing components such as beams, columns, and walls. Dimensional deviations can lead to a decrease in structural load-bearing performance, while insufficient cover thickness accelerates rebar corrosion, severely affecting the durability and safety of the structure. It can also cause issues such as failing quality acceptance, rework, and rectification, thereby increasing project costs and delaying the construction period.

[0003] Traditional control methods mainly rely on welding limiting steel bars or placing plastic / concrete protective layer spacers, but these methods have obvious drawbacks: welding operations are inefficient and damage the original properties of the steel bars; spacers are prone to displacement and breakage, making it difficult to guarantee positioning accuracy; and there is a lack of effective three-dimensional spatial positioning means during construction, resulting in poor overall position control of the steel mesh. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention provides a controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the concrete cover layer, which can solve the problems of low construction efficiency and poor accuracy in controlling the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the concrete cover layer in existing building construction technologies.

[0005] The objective of this utility model can be achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0006] A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete members and the thickness of the concrete cover for reinforcing bars, comprising:

[0007] First subject;

[0008] The second body is movably connected to the first body and its position can be adjusted along the axial direction of the first body;

[0009] A movable component, which is movably connected to the second main body and can be adjusted in position along the axial direction of the second main body;

[0010] Gaskets are fixedly disposed on the movable part and at the end of the second body, respectively.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model: the first main body is a hollow columnar structure, and the second main body is inserted into the first main body.

[0012] In one embodiment of this utility model: the first body includes two fixedly connected sleeves, and the two sleeves partially overlap.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model: the second body includes two screws, which respectively engage with the two sleeve threads.

[0014] In one embodiment of this utility model: the movable part is a nut threaded onto the screw.

[0015] In one embodiment of this utility model, the sleeve has an inner diameter of 10mm and a length of 100mm.

[0016] In one embodiment of this utility model, the length of the overlapping portion of the two sleeves is 50mm.

[0017] In one embodiment of this utility model, the two sleeves are welded and fixed together.

[0018] In one embodiment of this utility model, the screw has an outer diameter of 10mm and a length of 100mm.

[0019] In one embodiment of this utility model, the size of the gasket is 30mm × 15mm × 2mm.

[0020] The controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to this utility model has at least one of the following technical effects:

[0021] It includes a first body and a second body that are connected by a movable structure. The position of the second body relative to the first body can be adjusted, thereby adjusting the overall length of the controller to adapt to concrete structures of different thicknesses. It can effectively control the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete structures of different thicknesses and ensure that the construction dimensions meet the standards.

[0022] The movable component is movably connected to the second main body, and its position on the second main body can be adjusted according to the actual situation. The thickness of the steel reinforcement protective layer can be adjusted by adjusting the distance between the two steel shims, and it can adapt to the control of the steel reinforcement protective layer thickness under different design requirements to ensure that the construction dimensions meet the standards. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood in conjunction with the following description of the embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this utility model, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without any inventive effort. Wherein:

[0024] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the cross-sectional view of the sleeve and screw of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the screw and nut assembly structure of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the screw structure of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the nut of this utility model.

[0029] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0030] 1. First main body; 2. Second main body; 3. Moving part; 4. Sleeve; 5. Screw; 6. Nut; 7. Washer 1; 8. Washer 2. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0032] like Figure 1-5 As shown in the figure, this utility model provides a controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer, including a first body 1, a second body 2, a movable component 3, and gaskets. The second body 2 is movably connected to the first body 1 and can be adjusted in position along the axial direction of the first body 1; the movable component 3 is movably connected to the second body 2 and can be adjusted in position along the axial direction of the second body 2; the gaskets are respectively fixedly disposed on the movable component 3 and at the ends of the second body 2.

[0033] In use, both ends of this device are used to abut against the building formwork. By adjusting the relative position of the second main body 2 and the first main body 1, the overall length of the device is changed, thus allowing for the fixing and control of the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components. Then, by adjusting the position of the movable part 3 on the second main body 2, the distance between the shims at the ends of the movable part 3 and the second main body 2 is changed, thereby achieving the positioning and control of the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer. This device can be adjusted during installation or uniformly adjusted before use, and then installed into the reinforcing steel and formwork system to ensure the accuracy and uniformity of different dimensional controls.

[0034] Please see Figure 1-5 In one embodiment of this utility model, the first body 1 can be a hollow columnar structure, such as a triangular prism, a quadrangular prism, or a circular structure. The second body 2 is inserted into the first body 1 and is movably connected to the first body 1. The second body 2 can slide with the first body 1 and be locked by fasteners such as bolts, pins, or screws. Preferably, the first body 1 can be a circular sleeve 4, and the second body 2 can be a circular screw 5 that mates with it. The screw 5 is threadedly engaged with the sleeve 4 so that the relative position of the screw 5 and the sleeve 4 can be easily adjusted.

[0035] Please see Figure 1-5 In one embodiment of this utility model, the first body 1 may include two fixedly connected sleeves 4, the fixed connection being welding. The two sleeves 4 partially overlap. The second body 2 includes two screws 5, which are threadedly engaged with the two sleeves 4 respectively. By providing two staggered and partially overlapping sleeves 4, the two sleeves 4 are not coaxial, and the screws 5 have sufficient adjustment space within the sleeves 4. The dimensions of the sleeves 4 may be an inner diameter of 10mm and a length of 100mm. The length of the overlapping portion of the two sleeves 4 (i.e., the welding length) may be 50mm. The dimensions of the screws 5 are an outer diameter of 10mm and a length of 100mm.

[0036] Please see Figure 1-5 In one embodiment of this utility model, the movable component 3 can be a slider slidably sleeved on the second body 2, and can be locked by a fixing component (such as a bolt, pin, screw, etc.). Preferably, the movable component 3 is a nut 6 threaded onto the screw 5.

[0037] Please see Figure 1-5 In one embodiment of this utility model, gasket structures can be provided at both ends of the device and on the movable part 3. Specifically, a gasket 7 is fixedly connected to the end of the screw 5 away from the sleeve 4, and a gasket 7 is provided on each of the two screws 5. In use, the gasket 7 is used to contact the construction template to ensure the stability of the device and the support effect on the template. A second gasket 8 is fixedly connected (e.g., welded) to the nut 6, and the second gasket 8 is used to weld to the reinforcing bar. The gasket can be made of steel, and the size of the gasket is 30mm × 15mm × 2mm.

[0038] The working principle of this utility model:

[0039] In use, nut 6 is fitted onto screw 5 and its position is adjusted so that the distance between washer 7 and washer 8 meets the requirements. Then, screw 5 is screwed into sleeve 4 and its relative position is adjusted to control the overall length of the device. During construction, washer 7 is supported on the formwork and washer 8 is welded to the reinforcing steel.

[0040] The screw 5 is helically inserted into the sleeve 4, and the relative position between the two can be adjusted to control the overall length of the device. The gaskets 7 at both ends abut against the template, thus controlling the cross-sectional dimensions of the concrete component. On the other hand, by adjusting the position of the nut 6 on the screw 5, the distance between gaskets 7 and 8 can be changed. Gasket 8 can be welded to the reinforcing steel to ensure the stability of the entire device. The spacing between the two gaskets allows for precise control of the protective layer thickness.

[0041] This utility model, through its modular design, boasts advantages such as simplified components and a compact structure, offering high construction convenience and installation efficiency. It enables rapid installation and adaptive adjustment. The device can adapt to the cross-sectional dimension adjustment needs of shear walls and structural slabs under different working conditions, simultaneously achieving precise control of the reinforcement protective layer thickness. It effectively solves common quality problems in traditional construction, such as cross-sectional dimension deviations and substandard protective layer thickness caused by reinforcement arrangement deviations and formwork displacement. The device employs non-destructive installation technology, allowing for precise control of concrete cross-sections and reinforcement protective layer thicknesses according to different design requirements. Its innovative structure effectively avoids misalignment or reinforcement displacement during formwork erection, eliminating quality defects such as cross-sectional dimension deviations and substandard protective layer thickness in concrete structures from the source of the process. The length of the sleeve and threaded rod should not be limited; the dimensions of the sleeve 4, threaded rod 5, and washer can be selected according to actual conditions.

[0042] The foregoing has provided a detailed description of one embodiment of the present invention, but the description is merely a preferred embodiment and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. All equivalent variations and improvements made within the scope of the claims of the present invention should still fall within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

[0043] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0044] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0045] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

Claims

1. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer, characterized in that, include: First subject; The second body is movably connected to the first body and its position can be adjusted along the axial direction of the first body; A movable component, which is movably connected to the second main body and can be adjusted in position along the axial direction of the second main body; Gaskets are fixedly disposed on the movable part and at the end of the second body, respectively.

2. The controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first main body is a hollow columnar structure, and the second main body is inserted into the first main body.

3. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first body includes two fixedly connected sleeves, and the two sleeves partially overlap.

4. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second body includes two screws, which respectively engage with the two sleeve threads.

5. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 4, characterized in that, The movable part is a nut threaded onto the screw.

6. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 5, characterized in that, The sleeve has an inner diameter of 10 mm and a length of 100 mm.

7. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 6, characterized in that, The length of the overlapping portion of the two sleeves is 50mm.

8. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 7, characterized in that, The two sleeves are welded together for fixation.

9. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of concrete components and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 8, characterized in that, The screw has an outer diameter of 10 mm and a length of 100 mm.

10. A controller for the cross-sectional dimensions of a concrete component and the thickness of the reinforcing steel protective layer according to claim 9, characterized in that, The dimensions of the gasket are 30mm × 15mm × 2mm.