A gutter channel retainer

The gutter fixing device, with its double hook snap-fit ​​and locking bolt adjustment, solves the problems of insufficient adaptability and connection stability in existing technologies, achieving a stable connection and efficient installation of the drainage system, and reducing production costs.

CN224549512UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-24XIAMEN ACCURATE IND & TRADE CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
XIAMEN ACCURATE IND & TRADE CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-09-03
Publication Date
2026-07-24

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Technical Problem

Existing gutter fixing devices have low compatibility, cannot flexibly accommodate drainage beams of various sizes, and the connection is not stable enough with low compressive strength, which can easily cause the drainage beam to detach from the gutter during heavy rain.

Method used

A gutter fixing device was designed, which uses double hooks and inward grooves for interlocking. The spacing is adjusted by locking bolts. The bent part of the support plate overlaps on the drainage beam and is precisely positioned by positioning plates and positioning grooves, which enhances the stability and adaptability of the connection.

Benefits of technology

It improves the connection stability and adaptability between the gutter fixation device and the drainage beam, simplifies the installation process, reduces production and procurement costs, and ensures the normal operation and efficient maintenance of the drainage system.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a gutter water tank fixer for connecting gutter water tank and drainage crossbeam, and the water tank fixer main part includes: two parallelly arranged support plates, and the front end of support plate is provided with first hook, and the back side is provided with second hook, and first hook and second hook are used for the joint cooperation with gutter water tank, the upper portion of support plate is bent inwards and forms the bight, and the bight is used for the lap joint on drainage crossbeam, the rear end of support plate is bent inwards and is right angle, and the vertical cooperation plate is provided, and two cooperation plates are fixedly connected through locking bolt, and the two parts of fixer are through locking bolt and clamp the both sides of drainage crossbeam. The fixer can adjust the interval between two parts by locking bolt, thereby adapts the drainage crossbeam of different width, and first hook and second hook are jointed with gutter water tank, and the design of this double hook greatly enhances the stability of fixer and gutter water tank connection.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of roof drainage technology, and specifically relates to a gutter fixing device. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of construction, roof drainage methods are mainly divided into two types: organized drainage and unorganized drainage (also known as free drainage). Among them, organized drainage is a more scientific and orderly drainage method, which aims to efficiently and rationally guide rainwater from the roof and prevent rainwater from flowing randomly and causing damage to the building.

[0003] The specific operational process of organized drainage is as follows: First, rainwater from the roof is collected into specific gutters, which are typically securely installed on the eaves. Then, the collected rainwater flows orderly through rain pipes connected to the gutters to the ground. These gutters for collecting rainwater are called gutters in architectural terminology. The gutters are firmly fixed to the eaves to ensure stability under various inclement weather conditions. The roof drainage beams and gutters are installed vertically. This layout maximizes the use of the structural characteristics of the drainage beams, allowing rainwater to flow smoothly from the beams to the gutters. To achieve an effective connection between the drainage beams and the gutters, a specialized device—a gutter fixer—is used. Through the gutter fixer, the end of the drainage beam is tightly connected to the gutter, forming a complete drainage channel. In this way, rainwater from the roof can flow smoothly into the gutter along the drainage beams, through the gutter fixings, and finally be discharged in an organized manner through the rainwater pipes, thus ensuring the efficient operation of the roof drainage system and the overall safety of the building.

[0004] However, existing gutter fixers have low adaptability, cannot flexibly accommodate drainage beams of various sizes, and the connection between the drainage beam and the gutter is not stable enough, with low compressive strength, making it prone to detachment during heavy rain. Therefore, this application provides a gutter fixer designed to improve its adaptability and connection strength. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model provides a gutter and trough fixing device, which aims to solve the problems pointed out in the background art.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A gutter fixing device is used to connect a gutter and a drainage beam. The main body of the gutter fixing device includes two parallel support plates. A first hook is provided at the front end of the support plate and a second hook is provided at the rear side. The first hook and the second hook are used to engage with the gutter. The upper part of the support plate is bent inward to form a bent section, which is used to overlap the drainage beam. The rear end of the support plate is bent inward at a right angle and is vertically fitted with a mating plate. The two mating plates are fixedly connected by locking bolts.

[0007] Furthermore, the upper parts of both sides of the gutter are respectively provided with a first inward turning groove and a second inward turning groove. The opening of the first inward turning groove is perpendicular to the side wall of the gutter and cooperates with the first hook. The opening of the second inward turning groove is vertically downward and cooperates with the second hook.

[0008] Furthermore, the height of the first inward turning groove is higher than that of the second inward turning groove.

[0009] Furthermore, drainage channel baffles are provided on both sides of the drainage beam, and a drainage channel is formed between the drainage channel baffles and the main body of the drainage beam. The bent portion abuts against the upper part of the drainage channel baffle.

[0010] Furthermore, the lower parts of the two mating plates are respectively provided with positioning pieces and positioning grooves, and the positioning pieces are inserted into the positioning grooves.

[0011] Furthermore, each of the two mating plates has a through hole and a threaded hole, which are respectively mated with the locking bolt.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following technical effects: 1. The gutter fixation device of this utility model engages with the gutter via a first hook and a second hook. This double-hook design greatly enhances the stability of the connection between the fixation device and the gutter, preventing displacement or shaking in the horizontal and vertical directions. This ensures that the fixation device remains connected to the gutter at all times, guaranteeing the normal operation of the drainage system. The snap-fit ​​connection also simplifies installation and disassembly. When maintenance or replacement of parts is required, the fixation device can be easily separated from the gutter, improving maintenance efficiency.

[0013] 2. The bent portion on the upper part of the support plate of the gutter fixer described in this utility model is used to overlap the drainage beam. This design makes the installation of the fixer simpler and faster. During installation, simply place the bent portion directly onto the drainage beam to initially position the fixer, and then proceed with the subsequent snap-fit ​​and bolt connection operations. Compared with other complex connection methods, this overlapping design reduces the positioning difficulty and time cost during installation, improving installation efficiency. The bent portion design also has a certain degree of adaptability. Different drainage beams may have certain differences in size and shape, and the bent portion can adapt to these differences, ensuring that the fixer can fit well with the drainage beam, improving the versatility of the fixer.

[0014] 3. The gutter fixer described in this utility model is designed for drainage beams of different widths. The two parts of the fixer are clamped together by locking bolts. This fixer allows adjustment of the distance between the two parts using the locking bolts, thus adapting to drainage beams of varying widths. This means that the same type of fixer can be used in various scenarios, eliminating the need for custom-made fixing devices for beams of different widths, improving the product's versatility and applicability, and reducing production and procurement costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the practical application of the gutter fixing device described in this utility model; Figure 2 This is an isometric view of the upper part of a gutter fixing device according to this utility model; Figure 3 This is an isometric view of the lower part of a gutter fixing device according to this utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the gutter fixing device and the gutter as described in this utility model. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cooperation between the gutter fixing device and the drainage beam described in this utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the gutter and trough fixing device described in this utility model.

[0016] In the picture: 1. Water gutter; 101. First inward turning trough; 102. Second inward turning trough; 103. Raised baffle; 2. Drainage beam; 201. Drainage channel baffle; 3. Main body of sink fixture; 301. Support plate; 302. First hook; 303. Second hook; 304. Bending part; 305. Matching plate; 306. Locking bolt; 307. Positioning piece; 308. Positioning groove. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to specific embodiments of this application and the accompanying drawings.

[0018] like Figure 1-5 As shown, a gutter fixing device is used to connect the gutter 1 and the drainage beam 2. The main body 3 of the gutter fixing device includes: two parallel support plates 301. The front end of the support plate 301 is provided with a first hook 302 and the rear side is provided with a second hook 303. The first hook 302 and the second hook 303 are used to engage with the gutter 1. The upper part of the support plate 301 is bent inward to form a bent part 304, which is used to overlap the drainage beam 2. The rear end of the support plate 301 is bent inward at a right angle, and a mating plate 305 is vertically provided. The two mating plates 305 are fixedly connected by locking bolts 306.

[0019] The first hook 302 and the second hook 303 engage with the gutter 1, and this double-hook design greatly enhances the stability of the connection between the fixing device and the gutter 1, preventing displacement or shaking in the horizontal and vertical directions. This ensures that the fixing device body remains connected to the gutter 1 at all times, guaranteeing the normal operation of the drainage system. The snap-fit ​​connection also makes installation and disassembly relatively simple. When maintenance or replacement of parts is required, the fixing device can be easily separated from the gutter 1, improving maintenance efficiency.

[0020] The bent portion 304 at the top of the support plate 301 is used to overlap the drainage beam 2, making the installation of the fastener simpler and faster. During installation, simply place the bent portion 304 directly onto the drainage beam 2 to initially position the fastener, and then proceed with the subsequent snap-fit ​​and bolt connection operations. Compared to other complex connection methods, this overlapping design reduces the positioning difficulty and time cost during installation, improving installation efficiency. The design of the bent portion 304 also has a certain degree of adaptability. Different drainage beams 2 may have certain differences in size and shape, and the bent portion can adapt to these differences, ensuring that the fastener can fit well with the drainage beam 2, improving the versatility of the fastener.

[0021] For drainage beams 2 of different widths, the two parts of the fastener are clamped together by locking bolts 306. This fastener allows adjustment of the distance between the two parts using the locking bolts 306, thus adapting to drainage beams 2 of different widths. This means that the same type of fastener can be used in various scenarios, eliminating the need to customize specific fastening devices for beams of different widths, improving the product's versatility and applicability, and reducing production and procurement costs.

[0022] like Figure 2-4 As shown, the upper parts of both sides of the gutter 1 are respectively provided with a first inward turning groove 101 and a second inward turning groove 102. The opening of the first inward turning groove 101 is perpendicular to the side wall of the gutter 1 and cooperates with the first hook 302. The opening of the second inward turning groove 102 is vertically downward and cooperates with the second hook 303.

[0023] The opening of the first inward-turning groove 101 faces the side wall perpendicular to the gutter 1 and cooperates with the first hook 302 to limit the fixing device in both horizontal and vertical directions. The opening of the second inward-turning groove 102 faces vertically downward and cooperates with the second hook 303, facilitating the engagement of the gutter fixing body 3 with the gutter 1 and restricting the vertical upward and horizontal movement of the fixing device. This multi-directional limiting method significantly enhances the stability of the connection between the gutter and the fixing device. The specific opening directions of the first and second inward-turning grooves 101 and 102 provide clear positioning guidance for the installation process. During installation, installers only need to align the first hook 302 with the first inward-turning groove 101 and the second hook 303 with the second inward-turning groove 102 to quickly and accurately connect the gutter 1 to the fixing device, reducing trial and error time and adjustment times during installation and improving installation efficiency.

[0024] like Figure 4 As shown, the height of the first inward-turning trough 101 is higher than that of the second inward-turning trough 102. The higher first inward-turning trough 101 effectively forms a higher physical barrier on one side of the gutter trough 1. When the rainfall is heavy, the water flow speed in the drainage beam 2 will increase, and the impact force will also increase. The water flow may overflow or rush out of the gutter trough 1 due to inertia and other factors. However, the higher height of the first inward-turning trough 101 can effectively block the water flow, confining the water flow inside the gutter trough 1 and reducing the possibility of water rushing out.

[0025] like Figure 5 As shown, drainage channel baffles 201 are provided on both sides of the drainage beam 2, and a drainage channel is formed between the drainage channel baffles 201 and the main body of the drainage beam 2. The bent portion 304 abuts against the upper part of the drainage channel baffle 201.

[0026] The drainage channel formed by the drainage channel baffle 201 and the main body of the drainage beam 2 effectively guides water flow. When rainwater or other water flows onto the drainage beam 2, the drainage channel concentrates the water and directs it along a predetermined path, preventing random overflow and ensuring orderly and efficient drainage. The drainage channel increases the cross-sectional area of ​​the drainage system, allowing more water to pass through in the same amount of time. Especially in cases of heavy rainfall, it can quickly drain water, reducing water accumulation and lowering the risk of damage to the drainage beam and related structures caused by water accumulation. The bend 304 abuts against the upper part of the drainage channel baffle 201, providing additional support and connection points for the drainage beam 2 and the main body of the drainage channel fixture 3. This abutment method disperses the force, making the connection more stable and reducing the risk of component loosening or displacement caused by external forces (such as wind force, water flow impact, etc.), thus improving the structural stability of the entire drainage system.

[0027] like Figure 2-3 As shown, the lower parts of the two mating plates 305 are respectively provided with positioning pieces 307 and positioning grooves 308, and the positioning pieces 307 are inserted into the positioning grooves 308.

[0028] The engagement of the positioning piece 307 and the positioning groove 308 provides a precise positioning reference for the installation of the two mating plates 305. During installation, workers only need to align the positioning piece 307 with the positioning groove 308 and insert it to quickly and accurately place the two mating plates 305 in the correct relative positions, avoiding repeated adjustments and alignments during installation and greatly improving installation efficiency. After the positioning piece 307 is inserted into the positioning groove 308, it restricts the two mating plates 305 in the horizontal direction, preventing them from shifting relative to each other. This increases the stability of the connection between the mating plates 305, enabling them to work together better to resist external forces (such as wind, vibration, and object collisions), thus improving the load-bearing capacity and reliability of the entire structure.

[0029] In one specific embodiment, each of the two mating plates 305 has a through hole and a threaded hole, which respectively mate with the locking bolt 306. The installation process of connecting the mating plates 305 using the locking bolt 306 is relatively simple; the bolt is simply passed through the through hole, screwed into the threaded hole, and tightened to complete the installation. This installation method does not require complex tools or processes, and operators can master it with simple training, greatly improving installation efficiency and shortening the construction cycle.

[0030] like Figure 6As shown, the front of the gutter fixture body 3 mates with the gutter 1, and the rear mates with the drainage beam 2. The included angle α between the front and rear can be selected according to specific needs. Specifically, the included angle α can be adjusted by changing the sheet metal structure forming the gutter fixture body 3 to adapt to different actual requirements. A heightening baffle 103 can also be installed on the side of the gutter 1 away from the drainage beam 2 to further ensure that the water flow in the drainage beam 2 will not overflow the gutter 1.

[0031] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several modifications and improvements can be made without departing from the inventive concept of the present utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A gutter fixing device for connecting a gutter (1) and a drainage beam (2), characterized in that, The main body (3) of the water tank fixing device includes: two parallel support plates (301), the front end of the support plate (301) is provided with a first hook (302) and the rear side is provided with a second hook (303), the first hook (302) and the second hook (303) are used to engage with the gutter water tank (1); The upper part of the support plate (301) is bent inward to form a bent part (304), which is used to overlap the drainage beam (2); The rear end of the support plate (301) is bent inward at a right angle and a mating plate (305) is vertically provided. The two mating plates (305) are fixedly connected by locking bolts (306).

2. The gutter fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper part of both sides of the gutter (1) is provided with a first inward turning groove (101) and a second inward turning groove (102). The opening of the first inward turning groove (101) is perpendicular to the side wall of the gutter (1) and cooperates with the first hook (302). The opening of the second inward turning groove (102) is vertically downward and cooperates with the second hook (303).

3. A gutter fixing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The height of the first inward turning groove (101) is higher than that of the second inward turning groove (102).

4. A gutter fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drainage beam (2) is provided with drainage channel baffles (201) on both sides, and a drainage channel is formed between the drainage channel baffles (201) and the main body of the drainage beam (2). The bent portion (304) abuts against the upper part of the drainage channel baffle (201).

5. A gutter fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower parts of the two mating plates (305) are respectively provided with positioning pieces (307) and positioning grooves (308), and the positioning pieces (307) are inserted into the positioning grooves (308).

6. A gutter fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Two mating plates (305) are respectively provided with a through hole and a threaded hole, and the through hole and the threaded hole are respectively mated with the locking bolt (306).