Novel step deletion sensing optoelectronic shelf

By adopting the quick-release structure and side mounting of the new ladder-missing photoelectric bracket, the problem of complex maintenance of photoelectric induction switches in the existing technology is solved, realizing rapid installation and debugging, and improving maintenance efficiency and safety.

CN224493395UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-14SUZHOU XINDA ESCALATOR ACCESSORIES

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SUZHOU XINDA ESCALATOR ACCESSORIES
Filing Date
2025-08-29
Publication Date
2026-07-14

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The maintenance of photoelectric sensor switches in existing escalators requires disassembling and reinstalling the steps, which makes the maintenance work complicated, time-consuming, labor-intensive, and poses safety hazards.

Method used

A novel photoelectric bracket for detecting missing steps in a ladder is designed. It adopts a quick-release structure and side mounting method. The photoelectric sensor switch can be quickly installed and debugged through components such as handles, pinch plates, pull ropes and plugs. Combined with the adjustment structure, the switch position can be flexibly adjusted.

Benefits of technology

The photoelectric sensor switch can be installed and debugged without disassembling the steps, which improves maintenance efficiency, reduces elevator downtime and labor costs, and ensures operational safety and passenger safety.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to photoelectric induction technical field discloses novel step missing induction photoelectric support, including truss, the top of support board places photoelectric induction switch, is provided with quick release structure on the truss, quick release structure includes rectangle mouth, the rectangle mouth is set up in the front of truss, the both sides inner wall of rectangle mouth all are seted up with the slot, the inner wall of rectangle mouth has the backplate, the back of backplate fixedly connected with the handle, the inside slide connection of handle has the pinch board. In the utility model, through setting up quick release structure, can directly weld in the escalator truss side, need not to dismouting step to complete photoelectric induction switch's installation and debugging with debugging, through the cooperation of handle, pinch board, drawstring and plug -in block etc. of quick release structure part, operating personnel can be in the truss side quick dismounting and installation backplate and photoelectric induction switch, need not to enter the escalator inside or dismouting step, has saved the time and manpower cost of installation and debugging greatly.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photoelectric sensing technology, and in particular to a novel step-missing photoelectric support. Background Technology

[0002] The novel step-missing photoelectric bracket is a safety monitoring device for escalators. Designed for installation on the side of the escalator truss, it uses photoelectric sensing technology to detect metal reflection signals on the step rollers, thus enabling real-time monitoring of missing steps. When a missing step is detected, the device immediately issues an alarm and triggers the escalator stop mechanism to ensure passenger safety. The bracket's quick-release structure and side-mounting design allow for convenient installation and debugging without disassembling the steps, significantly improving maintenance efficiency.

[0003] In existing escalators, photoelectric sensor switches are typically installed inside the escalator's internal structure. This installation method requires maintenance personnel to enter the escalator to operate the switches, either for debugging or replacement. Specifically, maintenance personnel must first disassemble the escalator steps to access the photoelectric sensor switch for debugging or replacement. After debugging or replacement, the steps are reinstalled to ensure the escalator functions properly. This process is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive but also increases the complexity and risk of maintenance work.

[0004] Existing technologies require disassembling and reinstalling the steps every time the photoelectric sensor switch is debugged or replaced. This not only increases maintenance workload but may also prolong maintenance time, affecting the normal operation of the escalator. Because operations require access to the escalator interior, maintenance personnel need to spend more time and effort, reducing maintenance efficiency and increasing costs. Furthermore, the limited space inside the escalator may restrict personnel's operations, making debugging and replacement even more difficult. Therefore, a novel photoelectric sensor bracket for missing steps is proposed to solve these problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a novel step-missing photoelectric bracket, which aims to improve the problems of cumbersome maintenance, low efficiency and safety hazards in the existing technology.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a novel step-missing photoelectric support, comprising a truss, wherein a photoelectric sensor switch is provided on the back of the truss;

[0007] The truss is equipped with a quick-release structure, which includes a rectangular opening on the front of the truss. Slots are formed on the inner walls of both sides of the rectangular opening. A back plate is in contact with the inner wall of the rectangular opening. A handle is fixedly connected to the back of the back plate. A pinch plate is slidably connected to the inner side of the handle. The back of the pinch plate is elastically connected to the inner wall of the handle via a spring B. A pull rope is fixedly connected to the front of the pinch plate. The end of the pull rope movably passes through the back of the back plate and is fixedly connected to an insert. Movable slots are formed on both sides of the back plate. One side of the insert is elastically connected to the inner wall of the movable slot via a spring A, and the other side of the insert abuts against the inner wall of the slot. An adjustment structure is provided on the back plate.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution: the adjustment structure includes a protective shell, the back of which is fixedly connected to the front of a back plate. A bidirectional thread is connected through the inner side of the protective shell. One end of the bidirectional threaded rod is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the protective shell through a bearing. A knob is fixedly connected to the other end of the bidirectional threaded rod. A slider is threadedly connected to the surface of the bidirectional threaded rod. A strip-shaped hole is opened on the back of the back plate. The top and bottom of the slider are slidably connected to the inner wall of the strip-shaped hole. An adjustment plate is fixedly connected to the back of the slider. The inner side of the adjustment plate is in contact with both sides of the photoelectric sensor switch.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution: a limiting groove is provided on the back side of the back plate, and a limiting block is provided on the inner wall of the limiting groove. The back side of the limiting block is fixedly connected to the front side of the adjusting plate.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution: a limiting plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the insert block, and the outer wall of the limiting plate is slidably connected to the inner wall of the movable groove.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution: the inner wall of the back plate is rotatably connected to a pulley, and the surface of the pull rope is in contact with the surface of the pulley.

[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution: one end of the spring A is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the movable groove, and the other end of the spring A is fixedly connected to one side of the insert block.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution: a support plate is fixedly connected to the back of the back plate, and the bottom of the photoelectric sensor switch is in contact with the top of the support plate.

[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution: one end of the spring B is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the handle, and the other end of the spring B is fixedly connected to the back of the pinch plate.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution: a rubber pad is fixedly connected to the back side of the back plate, and the back side of the rubber pad is in contact with the front side of the truss.

[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution: both the limiting block and the limiting groove are "T" shaped, and the outer wall of the limiting block is slidably connected to the inner wall of the limiting groove.

[0017] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. In this utility model, by setting a quick-release structure, it can be directly welded to the side of the escalator truss. The photoelectric sensor switch can be installed and debugged without disassembling the steps. With the cooperation of the handle, pinch plate, pull rope and plug in the quick-release structure, the operator can quickly disassemble and install the back plate and photoelectric sensor switch on the side of the truss without entering the escalator or disassembling the steps, which greatly saves the time and labor cost of installation and debugging.

[0019] 2. In this utility model, the position of the photoelectric sensor switch can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs by setting the adjustment structure, which further improves the convenience and accuracy of debugging, enables maintenance personnel to respond quickly to escalator faults, complete maintenance work in a timely manner, reduce downtime, and improve the operating efficiency and safety of escalators.

[0020] 3. In this utility model, by installing photoelectric sensor switches on the side of the truss, the potential risks caused by disassembling and assembling the steps are reduced, and the damage to the steps or personal injury that may occur during the disassembly and assembly process is avoided, thereby further ensuring the safe operation of the escalator and the personal safety of passengers. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a front view of the novel ladder-missing photoelectric support proposed in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a top sectional view of the truss of the novel ladder-missing photoelectric support proposed in this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a top sectional view of the protective shell and back plate of the novel ladder-missing photoelectric bracket proposed in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a top sectional view of the back plate and handle of the novel ladder-missing photoelectric bracket proposed in this utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 This is an enlarged view of point A of the novel ladder-missing photoelectric support proposed in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the back plate, adjustment plate, and limiting block of the novel ladder-missing photoelectric support proposed in this utility model.

[0027] Legend:

[0028] 1. Truss; 2. Backplate; 3. Photoelectric sensor switch; 4. Adjustment plate; 5. Quick-release structure; 501. Rectangular opening; 502. Slot; 503. Handle; 504. Pinch plate; 505. Spring A; 506. Pull rope; 507. Pulley; 508. Movable groove; 509. Spring B; 5010. Insert block; 5011. Limiting plate; 6. Adjustment structure; 601. Protective shell; 602. Bidirectional thread; 603. Knob; 604. Strip-shaped sliding hole; 605. Slider; 606. Limiting groove; 607. Limiting block; 7. Support plate. Detailed Implementation

[0029] 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.

[0030] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 4 This utility model provides an embodiment of a novel ladder-missing photoelectric support, comprising a truss 1 for supporting the entire device. A photoelectric sensor switch 3 is located on the back of the truss 1. A quick-release structure 5 is provided on the truss 1 for quickly assembling and disassembling the back plate 2 and the photoelectric sensor switch 3. The quick-release structure 5 includes a rectangular opening 501 providing installation space for the back plate 2. The rectangular opening 501 is located on the front of the truss 1. Slots 502 are provided on both inner walls of the rectangular opening 501 for fixing inserts 5010 to position the back plate 2. The inner wall of the rectangular opening 501 contacts the back plate 2, supporting the photoelectric sensor switch 3 and... Other components include a rubber pad fixedly connected to the back of the back plate 2, which provides cushioning and sealing. The back of the rubber pad contacts the front of the truss 1. A handle 503 is fixedly connected to the back of the back plate 2, making it easy for the operator to pull the back plate 2. A pinch plate 504 is slidably connected to the inside of the handle 503, which is used to control the tension and relaxation of the pull rope 506. The back of the pinch plate 504 is elastically connected to the inner wall of the handle 503 through a spring B509, so that the pinch plate 504 can automatically return to its original position. One end of the spring B509 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the handle 503, and the other end of the spring B509 is fixedly connected to the back of the pinch plate 504.

[0031] Reference Figure 4 , Figure 5A pull rope 506 is fixedly connected to the front of the pinch plate 504, transmitting the movement of the pinch plate 504 to the insertion block 5010. The end of the pull rope 506 movably passes through the back of the back plate 2 and is fixedly connected to the insertion block 5010, cooperating with the slot 502 to fix the back plate 2. A pulley 507 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the back plate 2 to reduce the friction of the pull rope 506 and guide its movement. The surface of the pull rope 506 contacts the surface of the pulley 507. Movable grooves 508 are respectively opened on both sides of the back plate 2 to provide moving space for the insertion block 5010. One end of the spring A505 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the movable groove 508, and the other end of the spring A505 is fixedly connected to one side of the insertion block 5010, so that... The insert 5010 can automatically reset and maintain its engagement with the slot 502. A limiting plate 5011 is fixedly connected to the surface of the insert 5010 to limit the movement direction of the insert 5010. The outer wall of the limiting plate 5011 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the movable groove 508. One side of the insert 5010 is elastically connected to the inner wall of the movable groove 508 through a spring A505. The other side of the insert 5010 abuts against the inner wall of the slot 502. An adjustment structure 6 is provided on the back plate 2 to adjust the position of the photoelectric sensor switch 3. A support plate 7 is fixedly connected to the back of the back plate 2 to provide an installation base for the photoelectric sensor switch 3. The bottom of the photoelectric sensor switch 3 contacts the top of the support plate 7.

[0032] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 6 The adjustment structure 6 includes a protective shell 601 to protect internal parts from external interference. The back of the protective shell 601 is fixedly connected to the front of the back plate 2. A bidirectional thread 602 is threaded through the inner side of the protective shell 601, allowing the slider 605 to move by rotation. One end of the bidirectional threaded rod 602 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the protective shell 601 via a bearing, and the other end of the bidirectional threaded rod 602 is fixedly connected to a knob 603 for manual operation. The surface of the bidirectional threaded rod 602 is threaded with a slider 605, which drives the adjustment plate 4 to move and adjust the position of the photoelectric sensor switch 3. A strip-shaped hole is provided on the back of the back plate 2, and the top and bottom of the slider 605 are connected to the back of the back plate 2. The slider 605 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the strip-shaped sliding hole 604, which restricts the movement direction of the slider 605. An adjustment plate 4 is fixedly connected to the back of the slider 605, which directly contacts and supports the photoelectric sensor switch 3. The inner side of the adjustment plate 4 contacts the two sides of the photoelectric sensor switch 3 respectively. A limit groove 606 is opened on the back of the back plate 2 to restrict the movement direction of the adjustment plate 4. A limit block 607 is provided on the inner wall of the limit groove 606, which cooperates with the limit groove 606 to ensure the stable movement of the adjustment plate 4. The back of the limit block 607 is fixedly connected to the front of the adjustment plate 4. Both the limit block 607 and the limit groove 606 are "T" shaped. The outer wall of the limit block 607 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the limit groove 606.

[0033] Working principle: Align the back plate 2 with the rectangular opening 501 on the truss 1, so that the back of the back plate 2 contacts the front of the truss 1. The rubber pad acts as a buffer and seal. Press down the pinch plate 504. The pinch plate 504 moves inward due to the elastic action of the spring B509, which simultaneously drives the pull rope 506 to pull the insert block 5010, causing the insert block 5010 to exit from the slot 502. Push the back plate 2 into the rectangular opening 501, so that the insert block 5010 is aligned with the slot 502. Release the pinch plate 504. The elastic action of the spring A505 causes the insert block 5010 to automatically insert into the slot 502, completing the fixed connection between the back plate 2 and the truss 1.

[0034] Then, place the photoelectric sensor switch 3 on the support plate 7, ensuring that its bottom is in contact with the top of the support plate 7. Rotate the knob 603, which drives the bidirectional threaded rod 602 to rotate. The rotation of the bidirectional threaded rod 602 causes the slider 605 to move along the strip-shaped sliding hole 604. The slider 605 drives the adjusting plate 4 to move. The movement of the adjusting plate 4 is ensured to move in a straight line through the cooperation of the limiting block 607 and the limiting groove 606, thereby adjusting the position of the photoelectric sensor switch 3 so that it can accurately sense the missing step.

[0035] When the ladder is running normally, the photoelectric sensor switch 3 detects the signal of the ladder, and the equipment works normally. If a ladder is missing, the photoelectric sensor switch 3 will not be able to detect the signal and will issue an alarm signal to remind the staff to deal with it in time. During disassembly, simply press the pinch plate 504. The pinch plate 504 pulls the insert block 5010 through the pull rope 506, causing the insert block 5010 to exit from the slot 502. Then, pull the back plate 2 out of the rectangular opening 501 to complete the disassembly of the back plate 2 from the truss 1. Finally, remove the photoelectric sensor switch 3 for maintenance or replacement. After completion, repeat the above installation steps to reinstall.

[0036] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., 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 novel tiered missing sensor photoelectric support, comprising a truss (1), characterized in that: A photoelectric sensor switch (3) is provided on the back of the truss (1). The truss (1) is provided with a quick-release structure (5), which includes a rectangular opening (501) on the front of the truss (1). The rectangular opening (501) is provided with slots (502) on both sides of the inner wall of the rectangular opening (501). The inner wall of the rectangular opening (501) contacts a back plate (2). A handle (503) is fixedly connected to the back of the back plate (2). A pinch plate (504) is slidably connected to the inner side of the handle (503). The back of the pinch plate (504) is connected to the handle (504) by a spring B (509). The inner wall of the 03) is elastically connected. A pull rope (506) is fixedly connected to the front of the pinch plate (504). The end of the pull rope (506) movably passes through the back of the back plate (2) and is fixedly connected to the insert (5010). Movable grooves (508) are respectively opened on both sides of the back plate (2). One side of the insert (5010) is elastically connected to the inner wall of the movable groove (508) through spring A (505). The other side of the insert (5010) abuts against the inner wall of the slot (502). An adjustment structure (6) is provided on the back plate (2).

2. The novel ladder-type missing sensor photoelectric bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustment structure (6) includes a protective shell (601), the back of which is fixedly connected to the front of the back plate (2). A bidirectional thread (602) is connected through the inner side of the protective shell (601). One end of the bidirectional thread (602) rod is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the protective shell (601) through a bearing. A knob (603) is fixedly connected to the other end of the bidirectional thread (602) rod. A slider (605) is threadedly connected to the surface of the bidirectional thread (602) rod. A strip hole is opened on the back of the back plate (2). The top and bottom of the slider (605) are slidably connected to the inner wall of the strip hole (604). An adjustment plate (4) is fixedly connected to the back of the slider (605). The inner side of the adjustment plate (4) is in contact with both sides of the photoelectric sensor switch (3).

3. The novel ladder-missing photoelectric support according to claim 1, characterized in that: The back plate (2) has a limiting groove (606) on its back side, and a limiting block (607) is provided on the inner wall of the limiting groove (606). The back side of the limiting block (607) is fixedly connected to the front side of the adjusting plate (4).

4. The novel ladder-type missing sensor photoelectric bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the insert (5010) is fixedly connected to a limiting plate (5011), and the outer wall of the limiting plate (5011) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the movable groove (508).

5. The novel ladder-missing photoelectric support according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the back plate (2) is rotatably connected to a pulley (507), and the surface of the pull rope (506) is in contact with the surface of the pulley (507).

6. The novel ladder-missing photoelectric support according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the spring A (505) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the movable groove (508), and the other end of the spring A (505) is fixedly connected to one side of the insert block (5010).

7. The novel ladder-missing photoelectric support according to claim 1, characterized in that: A support plate (7) is fixedly connected to the back of the back plate (2), and the bottom of the photoelectric sensor switch (3) is in contact with the top of the support plate (7).

8. The novel ladder-missing photoelectric support according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the spring B (509) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the handle (503), and the other end of the spring B (509) is fixedly connected to the back of the pinch plate (504).

9. The novel ladder-missing photoelectric support according to claim 1, characterized in that: A rubber pad is fixedly connected to the back of the back plate (2), and the back of the rubber pad is in contact with the front of the truss (1).

10. The novel ladder-missing photoelectric support according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both the limiting block (607) and the limiting groove (606) are T-shaped, and the outer wall of the limiting block (607) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the limiting groove (606).