Photovoltaic module tray

Abstract

This application relates to a photovoltaic module pallet, which works in conjunction with a forklift and packing ropes. The photovoltaic module pallet includes a panel and a support structure. The support structure is disposed on the bottom surface of the panel and includes a first support member and a contact plate. The first support member is disposed between the panel and the contact plate and is connected to both the panel and the contact plate. In a horizontal projection, the circumferential side of the contact plate is spaced apart from the circumferential side of the panel. The technical solution of this application effectively solves the problem of time-consuming and labor-intensive packaging of photovoltaic modules in the prior art.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of photovoltaic module manufacturing, and more specifically, to a tray for photovoltaic modules. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the photovoltaic industry, there are increasingly more different types of photovoltaic modules. Because photovoltaic modules are relatively heavy and prone to microcracks under stress, specialized pallets are typically used for handling them. After the pallet is transferred, a forklift is usually used to unload the pallet along with the photovoltaic modules it is loaded with. The forklift forks directly contact the bottom surface of the pallet panel. Over time, the stress-bearing parts of the pallet panel are prone to deformation. Since the photovoltaic modules are placed on top of the pallet panel, this deformation can negatively impact the modules.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, some existing trays (e.g., those with authorization notice number CN 204433271U, named "Pattern for Photovoltaic Modules") include a panel, multiple first partitions, multiple first support columns, multiple support plates, multiple second partitions, and multiple second support columns. The multiple first partitions are all fixed to one surface of the panel. Multiple support plates are arranged intersecting the multiple first partitions, and the multiple first support columns of the multiple support plates are fixedly connected to the side of the multiple first partitions away from the panel. Similarly, multiple second partitions are arranged intersecting the multiple support plates, and the multiple second partitions are fixedly connected to the side of the multiple support plates away from the first partitions. Each second partition has a second support column fixed to the side away from the support plate. By using support plates, the panel is prevented from directly bearing stress.

[0004] However, with this type of tray, since the first and second support columns are both attached to the four corner edges of the panel, the photovoltaic modules need to be packed after placement to ensure stability. For example, packing ropes can be used for packing. The packing ropes need to pass through the bottom of the support plate. If the tray is large, the entire tray needs to be lifted off the ground to allow the packing ropes to pass through. The packing process is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a tray for photovoltaic modules to solve the problem of time-consuming and labor-intensive packaging of photovoltaic modules in the prior art.

[0006] According to this application, a photovoltaic module pallet is provided, which is used in conjunction with a forklift and packing ropes. The photovoltaic module pallet includes a panel and a support structure. The support structure is disposed on the bottom surface of the panel and includes a first support member and an abutment plate. The first support member is disposed between the panel and the abutment plate and is connected to both the panel and the abutment plate. In a horizontal projection, the circumferential side of the abutment plate and the circumferential side of the panel are spaced apart.

[0007] In some embodiments, the first support member includes a first support plate and a second support plate, both of which have an inclination angle, and the inclination angles of the first support plate and the second support plate are opposite.

[0008] In some embodiments, the support structure further includes a second support member and a base plate. The second support member is disposed between the abutment plate and the base plate, and is located between the base plate and the abutment plate. The second support member is connected to both the abutment plate and the base plate.

[0009] In some embodiments, multiple sets of second support members are provided, the base plate is a rectangular plate, and at least three rows of second support members are provided at intervals along the width direction of the base plate. The space between two adjacent rows of second support members, the abutment plate and the base plate forms an accommodating space. The photovoltaic module pallet has a transport state in which the forks of a forklift are inserted into the accommodating space, or a placement state in which the forks of a forklift are removed from the accommodating space.

[0010] In some embodiments, the second support member includes a third support plate and a fourth support plate, both of which have tilt angles, and the tilt angles of the third support plate and the fourth support plate are opposite.

[0011] In some embodiments, the support structure further includes foot blocks and anti-slip pads, with the foot blocks located at the four corners of the bottom surface of the base plate and the anti-slip pads located at the bottom of the foot blocks.

[0012] In some embodiments, the tray for photovoltaic modules further includes a pad disposed on the panel.

[0013] In some embodiments, the tray for photovoltaic modules further includes hooks located on the bottom surface of the panel and positioned near the circumferential edge of the panel.

[0014] In some embodiments, the panel has threaded holes that are formed along the circumferential edge of the panel.

[0015] In some embodiments, a card slot is provided on the panel, and the card slot is located near the circumferential edge of the panel.

[0016] The technical solution of this application involves a photovoltaic module pallet, a forklift, and packing ropes working together. The photovoltaic module pallet includes a panel and a supporting structure. The supporting structure is located on the bottom surface of the panel and includes a first support member and a contact plate. The first support member is positioned between the panel and the contact plate and is connected to both the panel and the contact plate. The contact plate is used to contact the forklift, preventing the panel from directly contacting the forklift and causing cracking. The first support member can raise the panel for easier packing. In the horizontal projection, the circumferential side of the contact plate is spaced apart from the circumferential side of the panel. This arrangement allows the packing ropes to pass directly through the bottom surface of the panel (near the circumferential side) without being affected by the supporting structure, making the photovoltaic module pallet more stable during transfer. The technical solution of this application effectively solves the problem of time-consuming and labor-intensive packing of photovoltaic modules in the prior art. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a photovoltaic module tray according to Embodiment 1 of this application is shown;

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of a photovoltaic module tray according to Embodiment 2 of this application is shown.

[0021] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0022] 10. Panel; 11. Threaded hole; 12. Slot; 20. Support structure; 21. First support member; 211. First support plate; 212. Second support plate; 22. Abutment plate; 23. Second support member; 231. Third support plate; 232. Fourth support plate; 24. Base plate; 25. Foot block; 30. Accommodation space; 40. Pad; 50. Hook. Detailed Implementation

[0023] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. This application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0024] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are illustrative and intended to provide further explanation of this application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0025] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways, rotated 90 degrees, or in other orientations, and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0026] like Figure 1 As shown, Embodiment 1 relates to a photovoltaic module pallet, which is used in conjunction with a forklift and packing ropes. The photovoltaic module pallet includes a panel 10 and a support structure 20. The support structure 20 is disposed on the bottom surface of the panel 10 and includes a first support member 21 and an abutment plate 22. The first support member 21 is disposed between the panel 10 and the abutment plate 22 and is connected to both the panel 10 and the abutment plate 22. In the horizontal projection, the circumferential side of the abutment plate 22 is spaced apart from the circumferential side of the panel 10.

[0027] Applying the technical solution of Embodiment 1, a photovoltaic module pallet, forklift, and packing rope work together. The photovoltaic module pallet includes a panel 10 and a support structure 20. The support structure 20 is disposed on the bottom surface of the panel 10 and includes a first support member 21 and an abutment plate 22. The first support member 21 is disposed between the panel 10 and the abutment plate 22 and is connected to both the panel 10 and the abutment plate 22. The abutment plate 22 is used to abut against the forklift, preventing the panel 10 from directly contacting the forklift and causing cracking. The first support member 21 can raise the panel 10 for easier packing. In the horizontal projection, the circumferential side of the abutment plate 22 is spaced apart from the circumferential side of the panel 10. This arrangement allows the packing rope to pass directly through the bottom surface of the panel 10 (near the circumferential side of the panel) without being affected by the support structure 20, making the photovoltaic module pallet more stable during transfer. The technical solution of Embodiment 1 effectively solves the problem of time-consuming and labor-intensive packing of photovoltaic modules in the prior art.

[0028] It should be noted that the panel 10 is rectangular, and the first support member 21 is arranged in five columns along the width direction of the panel 10, with three sets of first support members 21 in each column.

[0029] like Figure 1 As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, the first support member 21 includes a first support plate 211 and a second support plate 212. Both the first support plate 211 and the second support plate 212 have an inclination angle, and the inclination angles of the first support plate 211 and the second support plate 212 are opposite. One end of the first support plate 211 and the second support plate 212 abuts against each other, and the other ends of the first support plate 211 and the second support plate 212 are spaced apart. The first support plate 211, the second support plate 212 and the abutment plate 22 form a triangle. This arrangement not only makes the first support member 21 more stable, but also strengthens its wind resistance, preventing the photovoltaic module tray from being lifted up as a whole under the action of wind.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, the support structure 20 further includes a second support member 23 and a base plate 24. The second support member 23 is disposed between the abutment plate 22 and the base plate 24, and is located between the base plate 24 and the abutment plate 22. The second support member 23 is connected to both the abutment plate 22 and the base plate 24. This arrangement creates a double-layer space between the panel 10 and the abutment plate 22, and between the abutment plate 22 and the base plate 24. Both the upper and lower layers can improve wind resistance. In addition, when the forklift moves the photovoltaic module with a pallet, the forklift forks can abut against the bottom surface of the abutment plate 22, avoiding direct contact with the panel 10 and preventing the panel 10 from cracking under stress.

[0031] like Figure 1As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, multiple sets of second support members 23 are provided. The base plate 24 is a rectangular plate, and at least three rows of second support members 23 are spaced apart along the width direction of the base plate 24. The space between two adjacent rows of second support members 23, the abutment plate 22, and the base plate 24 forms a receiving space 30. The photovoltaic module pallet is in a transport state where the forklift forks are inserted into the receiving space 30, or in a placement state where the forklift forks are removed from the receiving space 30. In the transport state, the two sets of forklift forks are inserted into two receiving spaces 30 respectively, and the bottom surface of the abutment plate 22 abuts against the forks to achieve transport. In the placement state, the forks are removed from the receiving space 30. It should be noted that each row includes three sets of second support members 23.

[0032] like Figure 1 As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, the second support member 23 includes a third support plate 231 and a fourth support plate 232. Both the third support plate 231 and the fourth support plate 232 have tilt angles, and the tilt angles of the third support plate 231 and the fourth support plate 232 are opposite. The purpose of this arrangement is also to improve overall stability and wind resistance.

[0033] It should be noted that the third support plate 231 and the fourth support plate 232 can also be vertically arranged. Both the third support plate 231 and the fourth support plate 232 are rectangular plates, and both are arranged along the width direction of the base plate 24. This arrangement allows the two ends of the forks to effectively abut against the surfaces of the third support plate 231 and the fourth support plate 232 during handling, making handling more stable. At the same time, the force on the third support plate 231 and the fourth support plate 232 is more even, making them less prone to breakage.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, the support structure 20 also includes foot blocks 25 and anti-slip mats. The foot blocks 25 are located at the four corners of the bottom surface of the base plate 24. The foot blocks 25 can raise the height of the base plate 24, making it easier for the forks to extend into the accommodating space 30 when the forklift is working. The anti-slip mats are located at the bottom of the foot blocks 25 to improve stability.

[0035] like Figure 1 As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, the photovoltaic module tray also includes a pad 40, which is disposed on the panel 10. The pad 40 can prevent the photovoltaic module from directly contacting the panel 10 during placement, thus preventing the photovoltaic module from cracking or even breaking.

[0036] like Figure 1As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, the photovoltaic module tray also includes hooks 50. The hooks 50 are located on the bottom surface of the panel 10 and are positioned close to the circumferential edge of the panel 10. The hooks 50 are provided around the bottom of the panel 10. The function of the hooks 50 is that when packing the photovoltaic module, the packing rope can be wrapped around the hooks 50, making the packing rope more tightly wrapped. The packing rope can be directly wrapped around the hooks 50 to fix the photovoltaic module, preventing it from getting tangled on the panel 10 and reducing the stress on the panel 10.

[0037] like Figure 1 As shown, in the technical solution of Embodiment 1, the panel 10 has a threaded hole 11, which is opened along the circumferential edge near the panel 10. The threaded hole 11 and the hook 50 are arranged intersectingly. The threaded hole 11 enables the installation of only the threaded rod or a baffle with a threaded rod to limit the photovoltaic module. This arrangement can prevent the packing rope from being directly wrapped around the photovoltaic module and reduce the stress on the photovoltaic module.

[0038] like Figure 2 As shown, the difference between the technical solution of Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is that a slot 12 is provided on the panel 10, and the slot 12 is located near the circumferential edge of the panel 10. A baffle can be installed in the slot 12 to limit the position of the photovoltaic module and reduce the stress on the photovoltaic module.

[0039] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0040] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0041] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A tray for a photovoltaic module, which is used in cooperation with a forklift truck and a packing rope, characterized by, include: Panel (10); A support structure (20) is disposed on the bottom surface of the panel (10). The support structure (20) includes a first support member (21) and an abutment plate (22). The first support member (21) is disposed between the panel (10) and the abutment plate (22). The first support member (21) is connected to the panel (10) and the abutment plate (22) respectively. In the horizontal projection, the circumferential side of the abutment plate (22) and the circumferential side of the panel (10) are spaced apart.

2. The tray for a photovoltaic module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first support member (21) includes a first support plate (211) and a second support plate (212). Both the first support plate (211) and the second support plate (212) have an inclination angle, and the inclination angles of the first support plate (211) and the second support plate (212) are opposite.

3. The photovoltaic module tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support structure (20) further includes a second support member (23) and a base plate (24). The second support member (23) is disposed between the abutment plate (22) and the base plate (24). The second support member (23) is located between the base plate (24) and the abutment plate (22), and the second support member (23) is connected to the abutment plate (22) and the base plate (24) respectively.

4. The photovoltaic module tray according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second support member (23) is provided in multiple sets. The base plate (24) is a rectangular plate. At least three rows of the second support members (23) are provided at intervals along the width direction of the base plate (24). The space between two adjacent rows of the second support members (23), the abutment plate (22) and the base plate (24) forms a receiving space (30). The photovoltaic module pallet has a transport state in which the forklift forks are inserted into the receiving space (30), or a placement state in which the forklift forks are removed from the receiving space (30).

5. The photovoltaic module tray according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second support member (23) includes a third support plate (231) and a fourth support plate (232), both of which have an inclination angle, and the inclination angles of the third support plate (231) and the fourth support plate (232) are opposite.

6. The photovoltaic module tray according to claim 3, characterized in that, The support structure (20) also includes foot blocks (25) and anti-slip pads. The foot blocks (25) are located at the four corners of the bottom surface of the base plate (24), and the anti-slip pads are located at the bottom of the foot blocks (25).

7. The photovoltaic module tray according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The photovoltaic module tray also includes a pad (40) disposed on the panel (10).

8. The photovoltaic module tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The photovoltaic module tray also includes a hook (50), which is located on the bottom surface of the panel (10) and is disposed near the circumferential edge of the panel (10).

9. The photovoltaic module tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel (10) has a threaded hole (11) which is formed along the circumferential edge of the panel (10).

10. The photovoltaic module tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel (10) has a slot (12) which is located near the circumferential edge of the panel (10).

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