Modularly spliced implant trough

By using the T-shaped rods and strong magnets in the modular splicing planting trough, the problems of large footprint and low splicing efficiency of Chinese medicinal herb seedling containers are solved, enabling rapid splicing and efficient seedling management, and improving space utilization and seedling quality.

CN224521849UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21SPRING CONTROL AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT (YUNNAN) CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SPRING CONTROL AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT (YUNNAN) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-31
Publication Date
2026-07-21

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Technical Problem

Existing seedling containers for Chinese medicinal herbs occupy a large area and have low space utilization. Furthermore, traditional modular planting troughs have low assembly efficiency and are difficult to assemble and disassemble quickly.

Method used

The modular planting troughs utilize a combination of T-shaped rods and strong magnets for rapid assembly, while the movable planting board and dual drainage structure improve management efficiency.

Benefits of technology

It improves space utilization and splicing efficiency, simplifies the operation process, ensures the stability of the planting trough and the quality of seedlings, and adapts to different site layout requirements.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses modularized spliced planting groove, including unit planting groove, the inside welding of unit planting groove has the support frame, and the movable setting of support frame has the planting board, the surface of planting board evenly is equipped with a plurality of seedling groove, and every seedling groove's bottom all are equipped with small weep hole, in the utility model, a plurality of unit planting grooves realize quick assembly through the cooperation of first splicing piece and second splicing piece, do not need bolt auxiliary, greatly promoted the splicing efficiency, when needing to combine planting groove, only need to press T type pole horizontally to make spring contract, and the clamping block can easily extend into the clamping groove, then 180 degree rotation T type pole, and the clamping block can be accurately clamped into the gap between strong magnet and the inner side of clamping groove, and rely on the adsorption of strong magnet and firmly connected, this design not only simplifies the splicing process, also ensured the structure stability after splicing, and it is convenient according to the flexible adjustment layout of seedling site, and the space utilization is improved significantly.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of planting trough technology, and in particular to modular splicing planting troughs. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the cultivation of Chinese medicinal herbs on the market usually involves placing the seeds to be cultivated in a seedling container filled with culture medium.

[0003] In the existing technology, the seedling containers for Chinese medicinal materials on the market are usually set up independently and occupy a fixed space. This makes it easy for their floor area and space to conflict with the actual seedling site, resulting in low space utilization and reduced quality and efficiency of Chinese medicinal material seedling cultivation. Secondly, the modular planting troughs on the market require bolts for auxiliary splicing, which has low splicing efficiency and is not conducive to the rapid assembly and disassembly of multiple planting troughs.

[0004] To address this, a modular splicing planting trough was proposed, which has the advantages of easy and rapid assembly of the planting trough and high space utilization, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background technology. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a modular splicing planting trough.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a modular splicing planting trough, including a unit planting trough, wherein a support frame is welded inside the unit planting trough, and a planting plate is movably mounted on the support frame. Several seedling troughs are evenly opened on the surface of the planting plate, and small drainage holes are opened at the bottom of each seedling trough. Large drainage holes are opened at the bottom of the unit planting trough. A set of first splicing blocks is welded at two mutually perpendicular edges of the unit planting trough, and a set of second splicing blocks is welded at the other two mutually perpendicular edges of the unit planting trough. A T-shaped rod is inserted and installed on the surface of the first splicing block, and a locking block is fixed at one end of the T-shaped rod. A spring that abuts against the first splicing block is sleeved on the surface of the T-shaped rod. A locking groove is opened on the surface of the second splicing block, and a strong magnet is fixed at the lower part of the inner side of the locking groove.

[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution: multiple unit planting troughs 1 are provided, the sides of two adjacent unit planting troughs are in contact with each other, and the first splicing block and the second splicing block at the top of the two unit planting troughs are in contact with each other. The locking block of the T-shaped rod extends into the locking groove of the second splicing block, and the locking block of the T-shaped rod is attracted and connected to the strong magnet in the locking groove.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution: the inner height of the card slot is greater than the maximum length of the card block, and a gap is reserved between the strong magnet and the inner side of the card slot.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution: a limiting block is provided at the end of the T-shaped rod away from the locking block, and the limiting block abuts against the spring; the locking block of the T-shaped rod is a fan-shaped or triangular structure.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution: the cross-section of the seedling trough is circular, and the seedling trough is filled with seedling substrate.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution: the bottom of the unit planting trough is integrally formed with a support ring, and the bottom of the support ring is provided with a U-shaped notch, and the center of the support ring coincides with the center of the large drainage hole.

[0012] This utility model has the following beneficial effects: In this invention, multiple unit planting troughs can be quickly assembled by the cooperation of the first splicing block and the second splicing block without the need for bolts, which greatly improves the splicing efficiency. When it is necessary to combine the planting troughs, simply press the T-shaped rod horizontally to retract the spring, and the locking block can easily extend into the slot. Then, rotate the T-shaped rod 180 degrees, and the locking block can accurately lock into the gap between the strong magnet and the inner side of the slot, and rely on the adsorption force of the strong magnet to firmly connect. This design not only simplifies the splicing process, but also ensures the structural stability after splicing, and makes it easy to flexibly adjust the layout according to the seedling site, which significantly improves the space utilization rate. In this invention, the planting board is movably mounted on the support frame, making it easy to disassemble and place. This facilitates the inspection, replacement, or cleaning of the substrate and seedlings in the seedling trough. The small drainage holes at the bottom of the seedling trough and the large drainage holes at the bottom of the unit planting trough form a double drainage structure, which can quickly drain excess water, prevent water accumulation that could lead to root rot of the medicinal herb seedlings, effectively ensure the healthy growth of the seedlings, and improve the quality and efficiency of medicinal herb seedling cultivation. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a sectional view of a unit planting trough; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of multiple unit planting troughs in a spliced ​​state; Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the two unit planting troughs joined together. Figure 4 This is a 3D diagram of a unit planting trough.

[0014] Legend: 1. Unit planting trough; 2. Planting board; 3. Seedling trough; 4. Large drainage hole; 5. Support frame; 6. Support ring; 7. First splicing block; 8. T-shaped rod; 9. Spring; 10. Locking block; 11. Second splicing block; 12. Locking groove; 13. Strong magnet; 14. Small drainage hole; 15. U-shaped notch. Detailed Implementation

[0015] 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.

[0016] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a modular splicing planting trough is provided.

[0017] The present invention will now be further described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, such as... Figure 1-4 As shown, the modular splicing planting trough according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a unit planting trough 1. A support frame 5 is welded inside the unit planting trough 1, and a planting plate 2 is movably mounted on the support frame 5. A plurality of seedling troughs 3 are evenly distributed on the surface of the planting plate 2, and a small drainage hole 14 is provided at the bottom of each seedling trough 3. A large drainage hole 4 is provided at the bottom of the unit planting trough 1. A set of first splicing blocks 7 is welded at two mutually perpendicular edges of the unit planting trough 1, and a set of second splicing blocks 11 is welded at the other two mutually perpendicular edges of the unit planting trough 1. The surfaces of the first splicing blocks 7 are interwoven. A T-shaped rod 8 is installed, with a locking block 10 fixed to one end of the T-shaped rod 8. A spring 9 is fitted onto the surface of the T-shaped rod 8 to abut against the first splicing block 7. A slot 12 is opened on the surface of the second splicing block 11, and a strong magnet 13 is fixed to the lower inner side of the slot 12. In terms of planting and drainage performance, the planting board 2 is movably mounted on the support frame 5. This design allows operators to quickly disassemble the planting board according to the needs of seedling cultivation. For example, when checking the root growth of seedlings, replacing diseased seedlings, or cleaning residual substrate, the operation can be completed without complicated tools. Compared with fixed planting troughs, management efficiency is improved by about 40%. The small drainage holes 14 at the bottom of the seedling trough 3 and the large drainage holes 4 at the bottom of the unit planting trough 1 form a stepped drainage system. The small drainage holes first filter substrate particles to prevent clogging of the large drainage holes, and excess water is quickly discharged through the large drainage holes. This dual drainage structure can control the substrate moisture within a suitable range, effectively reducing the problem of seedling root rot caused by water accumulation. The combination of movable planting board 2 and dual drainage system not only facilitates daily seedling management, but also creates a healthy growth environment for Chinese medicinal seedlings, ensuring seedling quality and efficiency from a hardware perspective, and meeting the technical requirements for standardized planting of Chinese medicinal materials. Please refer to Figure 3Multiple unit planting troughs 1 are provided. The sides of two adjacent unit planting troughs 1 are in contact, and the first splicing block 7 and the second splicing block 11 at the top of the two unit planting troughs 1 are in contact. The locking block 10 of the T-shaped rod 8 extends into the locking groove 12 of the second splicing block 11, and the locking block 10 of the T-shaped rod 8 is attracted and connected to the strong magnet 13 in the locking groove 12. In terms of modular splicing, multiple unit planting troughs can be quickly assembled through the cooperation of the first splicing block and the second splicing block without the need for bolts, which greatly improves the splicing efficiency. The retractable T-shaped rod 8 on the first splicing block 7 and the spring 9 form an elastic locking structure. When pressed, the spring is compressed, allowing the locking block 10 to smoothly enter the locking groove 12 of the second splicing block 11. After rotating the T-shaped rod 180 degrees, the locking block 10 is locked into the gap between the strong magnet 13 and the inner wall of the locking groove, forming a double lock by the attraction force of the strong magnet. This design not only simplifies the assembly process but also ensures the structural stability after assembly, preventing the planting troughs from easily separating even during frequent movement or impacts. Furthermore, the unit planting troughs 1 can be freely combined into linear, matrix, or three-dimensional structures. For example, they can be assembled into a compact matrix in small greenhouses and expanded into long, strip-shaped arrays in large seedling bases, fully adapting to the shape and area of ​​different sites. The unit planting troughs 1 are integrally molded from high-strength engineering plastic with a wall thickness of 3-5mm and a curved bottom design for drainage, working in conjunction with large drainage holes 4 to accelerate drainage. The support frame 5 is welded from 6mm diameter stainless steel square tubing, forming a 5×5cm grid structure that distributes the pressure of the planting board 2 and provides aeration space for root growth.

[0018] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The inner height of the card slot 12 is greater than the maximum length of the card block 10. A gap is reserved between the strong magnet 13 and the inner side of the card slot 12. The gap is used to form the card block 10 and increase the fit between the two.

[0019] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3A limiting block is provided at the end of the T-shaped rod 8 away from the locking block 10, and the limiting block abuts against the spring 9. The locking block 10 of the T-shaped rod 8 has a fan-shaped or triangular structure. During splicing, the operator aligns the sides of the adjacent unit planting troughs 1 so that the positioning grooves of the first splicing block 7 and the second splicing block 11 are aligned. Press the T-shaped rod 8 with one hand to compress the spring 9 and make the locking block 10 enter the locking groove 12. Rotate the T-shaped rod 90° (the straight edge of the fan-shaped locking block 10 is in contact with the inner wall of the locking groove 12), and continue to rotate 90° until the inclined edge is in close contact with the inner wall of the locking groove. At this time, the strong magnet 13 attracts the locking block 10 and completes the locking. During disassembly, rotate the T-shaped rod 8 in the opposite direction. The spring 9 rebounds and makes the locking block 10 disengage, so that the planting trough can be separated. The first splicing block 7 and the second splicing block 11 are both injection molded from ABS engineering plastic and the surface is treated with anti-slip treatment. The T-shaped rod 8 has a diameter of 8mm, is made of 45# steel, and is galvanized for rust prevention. The locking block 10 has a fan-shaped structure with a central angle of 90° and a thickness of 6mm. The spring 9 is made of 65Mn spring steel with an elastic modulus of 200GPa and a preload of 15N, ensuring a tight fit between the locking block 10 and the locking slot 12. The strong magnet 13 uses neodymium iron boron permanent magnet material with a remanence strength ≥1.2T and an attraction force ≥30N, effectively resisting horizontal tension and vibration.

[0020] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The seedling trough 3 has a circular cross-section and is filled with seedling substrate. The seedling trough 3 and the seedling substrate provide the necessary nutrients and seedling structure for the growth of Chinese medicinal seedlings.

[0021] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The bottom of the unit planting trough 1 is integrally formed with a support ring 6, and the bottom of the support ring 6 is provided with a U-shaped notch 15. The support ring 6 and the center of the circle are aligned with the center of the large drainage hole 4. The design of the support ring 6 and its U-shaped notch 15 at the bottom of the unit planting trough not only enhances the stability of the planting trough, but also provides a larger flow space for drainage, avoiding water accumulation at the bottom of the trough.

[0022] Working principle: When multiple planting troughs 1 are joined together, firstly, the sides of adjacent planting troughs 1 are aligned so that the first splicing block 7 and the second splicing block 11 are in corresponding contact. Then, the T-shaped rod 8 is pressed horizontally, causing the spring 9 to contract. The T-shaped rod 8 then drives the locking block 10 to smoothly extend into the locking groove 12 of the second splicing block 11. Next, the T-shaped rod 8 is rotated 180 degrees, causing the locking block 10 to rotate and engage with the gap between the strong magnet 13 and the inner side of the locking groove 12. The attraction force of the strong magnet 13 further enhances the reliability of the connection, preventing accidental separation of the planting troughs during use. This splicing method is not only simple to operate and quick, but also allows for rapid disassembly of the planting troughs. This facilitates the storage, cleaning, or rearrangement of the planting troughs after the seedling cultivation task is completed, effectively solving the problems of traditional spliced ​​planting troughs relying on bolts and having low assembly efficiency. It provides an efficient and convenient solution for the large-scale and flexible seedling cultivation of Chinese medicinal herbs.

[0023] 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 modular splicing planting trough, comprising a unit planting trough (1), characterized in that: The unit planting trough (1) has a support frame (5) welded inside, and a planting plate (2) is movably installed on the support frame (5). Several seedling troughs (3) are evenly opened on the surface of the planting plate (2), and small drainage holes (14) are opened at the bottom of each seedling trough (3). Large drainage holes (4) are opened at the bottom of the unit planting trough (1). A set of first splicing blocks (7) are welded at the two mutually perpendicular edges of the unit planting trough (1), and a set of second splicing blocks (11) are welded at the other two mutually perpendicular edges of the unit planting trough (1). A T-shaped rod (8) is inserted and installed on the surface of the first splicing block (7), and a locking block (10) is fixed at one end of the T-shaped rod (8). A spring (9) that abuts against the first splicing block (7) is sleeved on the surface of the T-shaped rod (8). A locking groove (12) is opened on the surface of the second splicing block (11), and a strong magnet (13) is fixed at the lower part of the inner side of the locking groove (12).

2. The modular splicing planting trough according to claim 1, characterized in that: The unit planting trough (1) is provided in multiple ways. The sides of two adjacent unit planting troughs (1) are in contact with each other, and the first splicing block (7) at the top of the two unit planting troughs (1) is in contact with the second splicing block (11). The locking block (10) of the T-shaped rod (8) extends into the locking groove (12) of the second splicing block (11), and the locking block (10) of the T-shaped rod (8) is attracted and connected to the strong magnet (13) in the locking groove (12).

3. The modular splicing planting trough according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner height of the card slot (12) is greater than the maximum length of the card block (10), and a gap is reserved between the strong magnet (13) and the inner side of the card slot (12).

4. The modular splicing planting trough according to claim 1, characterized in that: The T-shaped rod (8) has a limit block at the end away from the locking block (10), and the limit block abuts against the spring (9). The locking block (10) of the T-shaped rod (8) has a fan-shaped or triangular structure.

5. The modular splicing planting trough according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-section of the seedling tray (3) is circular, and the seedling tray (3) is filled with seedling substrate.

6. The modular splicing planting trough according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the unit planting trough (1) is integrally formed with a support ring (6), and the bottom of the support ring (6) is provided with a U-shaped notch (15), and the center of the support ring (6) coincides with the center of the large drainage hole (4).