A gantry reciprocating car washer's middle column towline rack device

By installing a central column cable tray device in the gantry reciprocating car wash machine, the problem of excessive cable wear can be solved by using hollow columns and clamping devices, thereby reducing and fixing the cable length, improving service life and appearance.

CN224528625UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21SHAOXING ZHONGLI STEEL BUILDING ENG CO LTD +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHAOXING ZHONGLI STEEL BUILDING ENG CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-18
Publication Date
2026-07-21

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Technical Problem

The cables of gantry reciprocating car wash machines are too long, which can easily drag on the ground and cause wear and tear. In addition, the structure is bulky or unsightly.

Method used

The cable tray system uses a central column, which includes a hollow column and a clamping device. The hollow column reduces the cable length and the clamping device secures the cable, preventing it from dragging on the ground and causing wear.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces cable length by 50%, avoids cable wear, reduces costs, and maintains the aesthetic appearance of the device.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of middle column towed cable frame devices of gantry reciprocating car washer, belong to automatic car washer technical field, including hollow stand and car washer main body, the top of hollow stand is connected with plane thrust bearing, and the inner wall of plane thrust bearing is rotatably connected with middle shaft, and the outer wall of middle shaft is equipped with movable rack, the bottom of car washer main body is equipped with moving module, and the bottom of moving module is attached with track;In the utility model, the cable from car washer main body, after leaving car washer swing allowance from middle to beginning or terminal, cable is inserted into stand inner cavity from the hole on the upper hollow stand, comes out from the hole below hollow stand, when cable is installed, when reciprocating movement is made by gantry reciprocating car washer main body, cable reciprocating swing is made with middle shaft as center to cooperate the work of car washer main body, so that the device saves the length of 50% cable through hollow stand, greatly reduce cost, and avoid cable wear and tear caused by cable dragging ground to affect service life.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automatic car wash machine technology, and in particular relates to a central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine. Background Technology

[0002] An automatic car wash machine is a machine that uses computer programs to automatically clean, wax, and dry wheel rims. Automatic car wash machines typically include a variety of cleaning tools such as high-pressure water guns, rotating brushes, and chemical cleaning agents. They can efficiently complete the cleaning and maintenance of vehicles in a short time. Automatic car wash machines can be divided into reciprocating car wash machines and tunnel car wash machines.

[0003] The working principle of a gantry reciprocating car wash is that the car is parked in a designated position and the car wash machine washes and dries the car back and forth. As the car wash machine moves back and forth, the cable also moves back and forth with the car wash machine. However, in actual use, there are currently two situations: one is that the structure is bulky and the manufacturing cost is high, and the other has a relatively simple structure but is unsightly and the cable is too long, making it easy for the cable to wear out when it drags on the ground. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problem of excessively long gantry cables causing them to drag on the ground and easily wear out, and to propose a central column cable dragging frame device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a central column cable rack device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine, comprising a hollow column and a car wash body, wherein a planar thrust bearing is connected to the top of the hollow column, and a central shaft is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the planar thrust bearing, and a movable frame is installed on the outer wall of the central shaft; a movable module is provided at the bottom of the car wash body, and a track is attached to the bottom of the movable module; the bottom of the track is installed with the ground; and a cable is connected to one side of the car wash body.

[0006] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0007] The outer wall of the central shaft is threaded, and a fastening nut is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded section.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0009] The bottom of the fastening nut is in contact with the top of the movable frame, and the bottom of the movable frame is in contact with the top of the planar thrust bearing. Holes are provided at the top and bottom of the hollow column, and the upper holes correspond to the lower holes.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0011] The end of the cable away from the car wash body passes through the upper hole, and the end of the cable passing through the upper hole of the hollow column exits from the lower hole. A clamp is installed on one side of the bottom of the movable frame by bolts, and the inner wall of the clamp is provided with a rubber pad.

[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0013] The hollow column has an inspection groove on one side, and an inspection plate is hinged to one side of the inspection groove. Multiple clamping devices are installed on the inner wall of the hollow column. Each clamping device includes multiple connecting blocks. A moving groove is opened on one side of each connecting block. A moving block is slidably connected in the moving groove. A spring is connected to one side of each moving block. The other end of the spring is connected to one side of the inner wall of the moving groove. The same clamping block is connected between two moving blocks on the same side. One side of the clamping block has an arc surface, and protective rubber is provided in the arc surface.

[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0015] One side of the connecting block is connected to one side of the inner wall of the hollow column, and a sliding sleeve is embedded in the moving block. A support rod is slidably connected inside the sliding sleeve. The two ends of the support rod are respectively connected to the two sides of the inner wall of the moving groove, and a spring is sleeved on the outside of the support rod. A lever is connected to the top of the clamping block.

[0016] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] 1. In this utility model, by setting a hollow column, the hollow column is installed in the middle of the side of the gantry reciprocating car wash machine. The cable coming out of the car wash body, after leaving a swing range from the middle to the beginning or end of the car wash machine, is passed through the hole on the top of the hollow column into the inner cavity of the column and comes out from the hole at the bottom of the hollow column. After the cable is installed, when the gantry reciprocating car wash body moves back and forth, the cable swings back and forth around the central axis to cooperate with the work of the car wash body. This device saves 50% of the cable length by using the hollow column, which greatly reduces the cost and avoids the cable dragging on the ground, which would cause cable wear and affect the service life.

[0018] 2. In this utility model, by setting up a clamping device, the cable is inserted through the hole at the top of the hollow column, and then by moving the lever, the lever moves the clamping block to one side. During the movement of the clamping block, the moving block compresses the spring, causing the spring to generate a rebound force. Then the cable passes between the two clamping blocks. After releasing the lever, the clamping block returns to its original position due to the rebound force of the spring, thereby clamping and fixing the cable. This prevents the cable from shaking when moving with the car wash body during use, and thus avoids the cable inside the hollow column hitting the inner wall of the hollow column, causing damage and noise. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine proposed in this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the hollow column of the central column cable frame device of the gantry reciprocating car wash machine proposed in this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the clamping device structure of the central column cable frame device of the gantry reciprocating car wash machine proposed in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the other side of the hollow column of the central column cable support device of the gantry reciprocating car wash machine proposed in this utility model.

[0023] Legend: 1. Hollow column; 2. Horizontal thrust bearing; 3. Central shaft; 4. Fastening nut; 5. Movable frame; 6. Clamp; 7. Cable; 8. Car wash body; 9. Clamping device; 901. Clamping block; 902. Lever; 903. Connecting block; 904. Moving block; 905. Support rod; 906. Spring; 907. Moving groove; 10. Track; 11. Inspection plate. Detailed Implementation

[0024] 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] Please see Figures 1-4This utility model provides a technical solution: a central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine, comprising a hollow column 1 and a car wash body 8. A planar thrust bearing 2 is connected to the top of the hollow column 1, and a central shaft 3 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the planar thrust bearing 2. A movable frame 5 is installed on the outer wall of the central shaft 3. A movable module is provided at the bottom of the car wash body 8, and a track 10 is attached to the bottom of the movable module. The bottom of the track 10 is installed with the ground. A cable 7 is connected to one side of the car wash body 8, and the outer wall of the central shaft 3 is threaded. Furthermore, the outer wall of the threaded section is threaded with a fastening nut 4, the bottom of the fastening nut 4 is in contact with the top of the movable frame 5, and the bottom of the movable frame 5 is in contact with the top of the flat thrust bearing 2. Holes are provided at the top and bottom of the hollow column 1, and the upper hole and the lower hole are in corresponding positions. The end of the cable 7 away from the car wash body 8 passes through the upper hole, and the end of the cable 7 passing through the upper hole of the hollow column 1 exits from the lower hole. A clamp 6 is installed on one side of the bottom of the movable frame 5 by bolts, and the inner wall of the clamp 6 is provided with a rubber pad.

[0026] In a specific implementation, a hollow column 1 is installed in the middle of the side of the gantry reciprocating car wash body 8. A cable 7, including a water pipe, air pipe, and electrical cable, extends from the car wash body 8. After allowing sufficient sway allowance for the car wash body 8 from the middle to the beginning or end, the cable 7 is inserted into the inner cavity of the hollow column 1 through a hole on top and exits from a hole at the bottom. This ensures that the water pipe, air pipe, and electrical cable in the cable 7 are connected and installed in their respective positions. When the gantry reciprocating car wash body 8 moves back and forth, the cable 7 swings back and forth around the central axis 3 to coordinate with the operation of the car wash machine. This allows the device to... The hollow column 1 reduces the length of cable 7 by 50% and prevents cable 7 from dragging on the ground, which would cause wear and tear and affect its service life. By setting up a clamp 6, the cable 7 is passed through the clamp 6, which supports and limits the cable 7. The clamp 6 has a rubber pad inside, which cushions and protects the cable 7, preventing damage to the inner wall of the clamp 6 from affecting the cable 7's service life. The clamp 6 supports the cable 7, preventing the outer sheath from rubbing and cutting against the hole when the cable 7 moves back and forth after passing through the hole in the upper part of the hollow column 1, thus preventing damage and breakage of the cable 7 and rendering it unusable.

[0027] A maintenance slot is provided on one side of the hollow column 1, and a maintenance plate 11 is hinged to one side of the maintenance slot. Multiple clamping devices 9 are installed on the inner wall of the hollow column 1. Each clamping device 9 includes multiple connecting blocks 903. A moving slot 907 is provided on one side of the connecting block 903. A moving block 904 is slidably connected in the moving slot 907. A spring 906 is connected to one side of the moving block 904. The other end of the spring 906 is connected to one side of the inner wall of the moving slot 907. A clamping block 901 is connected between two moving blocks 904 on the same side. A curved surface is provided on one side of the clamping block 901, and a protective rubber is provided inside the curved surface. One side of the connecting block 903 is connected to one side of the inner wall of the hollow column 1. A sliding sleeve is embedded in the moving block 904, and a support rod 905 is slidably connected in the sliding sleeve. The two ends of the support rod 905 are respectively connected to the two sides of the inner wall of the moving slot 907. The spring 906 is sleeved on the outside of the support rod 905. A lever 902 is connected to the top of the clamping block 901.

[0028] In a specific implementation, by setting up a clamping device 9, after the cable 7 is inserted through the hole at the top of the hollow column 1, the inspection plate 11 is opened, and the cable 7 is guided through the inspection slot inside the hollow column 1. During the guiding process, the lever 902 is turned, causing the lever 902 to move the clamping block 901 to one side. The clamping block 901 moves the moving block 904, causing the moving block 904 to compress the spring 906, causing the spring 906 to generate a rebound force. The spring 906 is supported by a support rod 905 to prevent the spring 906 from being compressed. When the cable 7 bends, it affects the rebound effect of the spring 906. Then, the cable 7 is passed between the two bifurcated clamps 901. The lever 902 is released, so that the clamps 901 are reset by the rebound force of the spring 906, thereby clamping and fixing the cable 7. This prevents the cable 7 from shaking when it moves with the car wash body during use, and thus prevents the cable 7 inside the hollow column 1 from hitting the inner wall of the hollow column 1, causing damage and noise. The inspection plate 11 is fixed to the inspection slot by a pin. This pin structure is existing technology and does not need to be described in detail.

[0029] Working principle: In use, place the hollow column 1 on one side of the car wash body 8, leaving sufficient slack for the car wash body 8 to swing from the middle to the beginning or end. Pass the cable 7 through the clamp 6 and insert it into the hole on the top of the hollow column 1, then into the inner cavity of the hollow column 1, and out through the hole at the bottom. Connect the conduit inside the cable 7. When the car wash body 8 moves left and right, the cable 7 is left with sufficient length to prevent it from dragging on the ground, causing wear and tear and affecting its service life. When the cable is inserted into the hollow column 1, the lever 902 inside the hollow column 1 is moved through the inspection slot, causing the lever 902 to move the clamping block 901, which in turn moves the moving block 904. This causes the moving block 904 to compress the spring 906, which in turn generates a rebound force. The cable 7 passes between the two separate clamping blocks 901. The lever 902 is then released, allowing the clamping block 901 to return to its original position due to the rebound of the spring 906. This clamps and fixes the cable 7 in place, preventing the cable 7 from shaking in the hollow column 1 and causing noise that could affect its use.

[0030] In this invention, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance; the term "multiple" refers to two or more unless otherwise explicitly defined. The terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "linking" can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine, comprising a hollow column (1) and a car wash body (8), characterized in that, The hollow column (1) is connected to a planar thrust bearing (2) at the top, and the inner wall of the planar thrust bearing (2) is rotatably connected to a central shaft (3), and the outer wall of the central shaft (3) is equipped with a movable frame (5). The bottom of the car wash body (8) is provided with a moving module, and the bottom of the moving module is attached to a track (10). The bottom of the track (10) is installed with the ground, and a cable (7) is connected to one side of the car wash body (8).

2. The central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the central shaft (3) is threaded, and a fastening nut (4) is threaded to the outer wall of the threaded section.

3. The central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom of the fastening nut (4) is attached to the top of the movable frame (5), and the bottom of the movable frame (5) is attached to the top of the planar thrust bearing (2). Holes are provided at the top and bottom of the hollow column (1), and the upper hole and the lower hole are positioned correspondingly.

4. The central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the cable (7) away from the car wash body (8) passes through the upper hole, and the end of the cable (7) passing through the upper hole of the hollow column (1) comes out from the lower hole. A clamp (6) is installed on the bottom side of the movable frame (5) by bolts, and a rubber pad is provided on the inner wall of the clamp (6).

5. The central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The hollow column (1) has an inspection groove on one side, and an inspection plate (11) is hinged to one side of the inspection groove. Multiple clamping devices (9) are installed on the inner wall of the hollow column (1). The clamping device (9) includes multiple connecting blocks (903). A moving groove (907) is opened on one side of the connecting block (903). A moving block (904) is slidably connected in the moving groove (907). A spring (906) is connected to one side of the moving block (904). The other end of the spring (906) is connected to one side of the inner wall of the moving groove (907). The same clamping block (901) is connected between two moving blocks (904) on the same side. A curved surface is provided on one side of the clamping block (901), and protective rubber is provided in the curved surface.

6. The central column cable support device for a gantry reciprocating car wash machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, One side of the connecting block (903) is connected to one side of the inner wall of the hollow column (1), and a sliding sleeve is embedded in the moving block (904), and a support rod (905) is slidably connected in the sliding sleeve. The two ends of the support rod (905) are respectively connected to the two sides of the inner wall of the moving groove (907), and a spring (906) is sleeved on the outside of the support rod (905). A lever (902) is connected to the top of the clamping block (901).