Compost turning mechanism and compost turner

Abstract

This utility model provides a compost turning mechanism and a compost turner, belonging to the technical field of fermentation equipment. The compost turning mechanism includes two sets of height adjustment components, two sets of moving components, and a turning roller. Two sets of height adjustment components are installed on the frame of the turner, with one end connected to the frame and the other end connected to the two sets of moving components, driving the two sets of moving components to move along the height direction of the turner. The turning roller is rotated at both ends and connected to the two sets of moving components, allowing the height of the turning roller to be adjusted via the height adjustment components. The turner includes a turner body and a compost turning mechanism connected to the turner body. The compost turning mechanism and turner provided by this utility model have the technical effect of adjusting the height of the turning mechanism, being suitable for turning compost at different heights, and improving turning efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of fermentation equipment technology, and more specifically, it relates to a compost turning mechanism and a compost turning machine. Background Technology

[0002] Composting refers to the process of crushing straw or household waste, mixing it with a composting agent, and then fermenting and decomposing it under high temperature and humidity conditions to produce an organic fertilizer. Currently, compost is typically piled into long strips in the field and then turned over periodically using a compost turner. The turning mechanism is the main component of the compost turner, including turning rollers and a transmission assembly. The turning rollers are horizontally positioned with multiple turning teeth on their outer walls. Through circumferential rotation, these teeth turn and stir the compost, ensuring even mixing and meeting usability requirements. The transmission assembly is located on one side of the turning rollers and connected to one end, driving its rotation. In existing technologies, the two ends of the turning mechanism are rotatably connected to the machine frame via bearing assemblies. However, the height of the turning rollers is not easily adjustable, making it unsuitable for turning compost at different heights. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a compost turning mechanism and a compost turning machine, which aims to solve the technical problem that the height of the turning mechanism of the currently used compost turning machine cannot be adjusted, making it difficult to adapt to turning compost of different heights.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: to provide a composting turning and mixing mechanism, comprising:

[0005] Two sets of moving components are respectively installed on both sides of the turner frame, and each set of moving components has a movable part that moves along the height direction of the turner;

[0006] Both sets of height adjustment components are connected at one end to the turner frame and at the other end to the corresponding movable part. The movable part can move along the height direction of the turner by means of the height adjustment components.

[0007] The mixing roller has two sets of moving components rotatably connected to its two ends, with one end passing through the movable part. The height of the two ends of the mixing roller can be adjusted by the height adjustment components.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the side frame of the turning machine is provided with a clearance opening; the movable part is opposite to the clearance opening and at least closes the area above the end of the turning roller where the clearance opening is located, and the end of the turning roller passes through the clearance opening and connects to the movable part.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the moving component further includes two sliding parts disposed on the side frame of the turner. The two sliding parts are arranged at intervals relative to each other and form a moving space between them suitable for the moving part to move along the height direction of the turner. The two sides of the moving part are respectively slidably connected to the two sets of sliding parts.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the two sliding parts and the movable part are located on the outside of the side frame of the turner.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the two sliding components are two sliding grooves with opposite openings, and the movable part is plate-shaped with its two sides respectively embedded in the corresponding sliding grooves to form a sliding connection.

[0012] In one possible implementation, when the movable part is in its lowest position, the sliding member engages with the upper portion of the movable part.

[0013] In one possible implementation, a limiting plate is connected to the outer side of the turner side frame. The limiting plate is located diagonally below the two sliding parts and directly below the movable part. The limiting plate is adapted to limit the movement of the movable part to its lowest position.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the turning roller includes a roller body and a plurality of turning teeth disposed on the outer circumferential wall of the roller body. The plurality of turning teeth are used to turn and stir the compost. One end of the turning tooth is connected to the roller body, and the other end is a free end and is curved. The curvature direction of the free end of the turning tooth is towards the middle of the turning roller.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the height adjustment component is a hydraulic telescopic cylinder along the height direction of the turner. The hydraulic telescopic cylinder is connected to the hydraulic system of the turner traction equipment through a pipeline, and the hydraulic system of the turner traction equipment is adapted to control the extension and retraction of the hydraulic telescopic cylinder.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the compost turning mechanism provided by this utility model are as follows: Compared with the prior art, the compost turning mechanism of this utility model includes two sets of height adjustment components, two sets of moving components, and a turning roller. By setting two sets of height adjustment components on the frame of the compost turner, one end of each set of height adjustment components is connected to the frame of the compost turner, and the other end is connected to the two sets of moving components respectively. The two sets of moving components can be driven to move along the height direction of the compost turner. By rotating the two ends of the turning roller to connect the two sets of moving components, the height of the turning roller can be adjusted through the height adjustment components. This solves the technical problem that the height of the turning mechanism of the currently used compost turner cannot be adjusted, and it is not suitable for turning compost of different heights. This utility model has the technical effect of being able to adjust the height of the turning mechanism, being suitable for turning compost of different heights, and improving the turning efficiency.

[0017] This utility model also provides a compost turner, including a compost turner body and a compost turning mechanism as described in any of the above claims connected to the compost turner body.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the compost turner provided by this utility model are as follows: Compared with the prior art, the height of the turning mechanism of the compost turner of this utility model can be adjusted, which can be used to turn compost of different heights and improve the turning efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A top view of the composting turning mechanism provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a set of height adjustment components and moving components of the composting turning mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model ( Figure 1 (Left view of the right side rack in the middle)

[0022] Figure 3 This is a front view structural diagram of the composting turning mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 The image shows a top view of the composting mixing mechanism provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0025] 1. Moving component; 11. Moving part; 12. Sliding part; 121. Groove; 13. Bearing assembly; 2. Height adjustment assembly; 3. Tilting roller; 31. Roller body; 32. Tilting teeth; 33. Fixed plate; 4. Power assembly; 41. Reducer; 42. Drive shaft; 5. Frame; 51. Clearance opening; 6. Limit plate; 7. Cleaning shovel; 8. Universal connector. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0027] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 4The compost turning mechanism provided by this utility model will now be described. The compost turning mechanism includes two sets of moving components 1, two sets of height adjustment components 2, and turning rollers 3. The two sets of moving components 1 are respectively arranged on both sides of the frame (both sides of the frame 5) of the compost turner. Each set of moving components 1 has a movable part 11 that moves along the height direction of the compost turner. One end of each of the two sets of height adjustment components 2 is connected to the frame 5 of the compost turner, and the other end is connected to the corresponding movable part 11. The movable part 11 can move along the height direction of the compost turner with the help of the height adjustment components 2. The two ends of the turning rollers 3 are rotatably connected to the two sets of moving components 1, and one end passes through the movable part 11. The height of the two ends of the turning rollers 3 is adjusted by the height adjustment components 2.

[0028] The beneficial effects of the compost turning mechanism provided by this utility model are as follows: Compared with the prior art, the compost turning mechanism of this utility model includes two sets of height adjustment components 2, two sets of moving components 1, and a turning roller 3. By setting two sets of height adjustment components 2 on the frame 5 of the compost turner, one end of the two sets of height adjustment components 2 is connected to the frame 5 of the compost turner, and the other end is connected to the two sets of moving components 1 respectively, and can drive the two sets of moving components 1 to move along the height direction of the compost turner. By rotating the two ends of the turning roller 3 to connect the two sets of moving components 1, the height of the turning roller 3 can be adjusted by the height adjustment components 2. This solves the technical problem that the height of the turning mechanism of the currently used compost turner cannot be adjusted and is not suitable for turning compost of different heights. This utility model has the technical effect of being able to adjust the height of the turning mechanism, being suitable for turning compost of different heights, and improving the turning efficiency.

[0029] The movable part 11 can move along the height direction of the turner, thereby driving the turning roller 3 to move and adjusting the height of the turning roller 3. One end of the turning roller 3 is used to connect to the power assembly 4, which has a power input end and a power output end. The power input end is used to drive and connect to the traction machine (existing technology, not shown in the figure), and the power output end is used to drive and connect to one end of the turning roller 3 that passes through the movable part 11. The power assembly 4 is used to drive the turning roller 3 to rotate.

[0030] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 To facilitate the adjustment of the height of the turning roller 3 and to allow space for height adjustment, the side frame of the turning machine is provided with an avoidance opening 51. Figure 2 (Indicated by the dashed box); the movable part 11 is opposite to the clearance opening 51 and at least closes the area above the end of the turning roller 3 where the clearance opening 51 is located. The end of the turning roller 3 passes through the clearance opening 51 and connects to the movable part 11. In order to prevent compost from leaking out from the upper part of the clearance opening 51 and contaminating the shaft, bearings, and transmission mechanism at the end of the turning roller 3, the movable part 11 is able to at least close the area above the end of the turning roller 3 where the clearance opening 51 is located.

[0031] Preferably, the upper and lower ends of the clearance opening 51 are both arc-shaped, which is compatible with the arc-shaped structure at the end of the mixing roller 3.

[0032] To limit the movement path of the turning roller 3 and prevent it from moving in other directions, in some embodiments, please refer to... Figure 2 The moving component 1 also includes two sliding parts 12 disposed on the side frame of the turner. The two sliding parts 12 are arranged at intervals relative to each other and form a moving space between them suitable for the moving part 11 to move along the height direction of the turner. The two sides of the moving part 11 are respectively slidably connected to the two sets of sliding parts 12.

[0033] Specifically, by setting two sliding components 12, the turning roller 3 is limited to moving only along the height direction (i.e., vertical direction) of the turner. Its range of movement is restricted, as are its direction and path. That is, the moving component 1 can only slide between the two sets of sliding components 12 in the vertical direction, adjusting the height of the turning roller 3 in this direction. The extension and retraction path of the height adjustment component 2 is also along the height direction of the turner; that is, the height adjustment component 2 is vertically positioned, with its upper end connected to the turner frame 5 and its lower end connected to the moving component 1.

[0034] In this embodiment, the movable part 11 is a rectangular plate, disposed between two sets of sliding components 12. Specifically, the two sets of sliding components 12 are respectively located on the left and right sides of the movable part 11, forming a sliding connection with both sides of the movable part 11. The height of the sliding components 12 is set to meet the travel distance of the movable part 11, preventing the movable part 11 from disengaging from the two sliding components 12. The lower end of the height adjustment component 2 is connected to the middle position of the movable part 11, enabling it to drive the movable part 11 to slide or move vertically, thereby adjusting the height of the turning roller 3.

[0035] To prevent the sliding parts 12 and the moving parts 11 from being contaminated by compost inside the side frame of the turner, in some embodiments, please refer to... Figure 1-4 The two sliding parts 12 and the movable part 11 are located on the outside of the side frame of the turner.

[0036] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The two sliding parts 12 are two sliding grooves with opposite openings 121. The movable part 11 is plate-shaped, and its two sides are respectively embedded in the corresponding sliding grooves to form a sliding connection. In order to reduce the possibility of the sliding parts 12 being contaminated by ground debris, compost, etc., and to increase the rising distance of the movable part 11, when the movable part 11 is in the lowest position, the sliding parts 12 cooperate with the upper part of the movable part 11.

[0037] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2A limiting plate 6 is connected to the outer side of the turner's side frame. The limiting plate 6 is located diagonally below the two sliding parts 12 and directly below the moving part 11. The limiting plate 6 is suitable for limiting the movement of the moving part 11 to its lowest position. The limiting plate 6 serves to limit the minimum height of the moving part 11, that is, the turning roller 3 is at this height, which is the lowest height at which the turning roller 3 can move. The movement path or range of the turning roller 3 is the highest height (defined as the maximum height) after moving upward from this height (defined as the minimum height) to a certain distance. The distance between these two heights is the movement path or distance of the turning roller 3. The moving component 1 moves or slides between these two heights, driven by the height adjustment component 2.

[0038] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The turning roller 3 includes a roller body 31 and multiple turning teeth 32 disposed on the outer circumferential wall of the roller body 31. The multiple turning teeth 32 are used to turn and mix the compost. One end of the turning teeth 32 is connected to the roller body 31, and the other end is a free end and is curved. The curvature direction of the free end of the turning teeth 32 is towards the middle of the turning roller 3. The turning teeth 32 are the main components for turning and mixing the compost. They are arranged in a standard or irregular shape, equivalent to mixing blades, and can play a mixing role after contacting the compost. The height and shape of the turning teeth 32 can be reasonably set according to the actual situation to meet the needs of use.

[0039] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 Multiple fixing plates 33 are provided on the outer wall of the roller body 31. One end of the turning tooth 32 is detachably connected to the fixing plate 33, and the other end is a free end that is bent. The bending direction of the free end of the turning tooth 32 is towards the middle of the turning roller 3. After a period of use, the turning tooth 32 will wear out, be damaged, or break. In order to facilitate the disassembly and replacement of the turning tooth 32, multiple fixing plates 33 are provided on the outer wall of the roller body 31. One end of the turning tooth 32 is fixed to the middle of the fixing plate 33 by fasteners, and the other end of the turning tooth 32 is used to turn or stir the compost.

[0040] The fixed plate 33 is U-shaped, with a groove-like structure on one side, and one end of it is welded to the outer wall of the roller body 31. One end of the stirring tooth 32 is inserted into the groove-like structure of the fixed plate 33 and is detachably connected to the middle of the fixed plate 33 by fasteners.

[0041] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The height adjustment component 2 is a hydraulic telescopic cylinder along the height direction of the turner. The hydraulic telescopic cylinder is connected to the hydraulic system of the turner traction equipment through a pipeline. The hydraulic system of the turner traction equipment is suitable for controlling the extension and retraction of the hydraulic telescopic cylinder. In this embodiment, the hydraulic telescopic cylinder adopts existing technology, which can realize extension and retraction adjustment, thereby adjusting the height of the turning roller 3 to meet the usage requirements.

[0042] When the compost turner is not performing the turning action, it is only necessary to move it on its own. At this time, the height of the turning roller 3 can be raised. When the compost turner performs the turning action, the height of the turning roller 3 should be lowered to a reasonable height so that the compost can be turned and stirred at the same time as the compost turner is moved.

[0043] This utility model also provides a compost turner, including a compost turner body (excluding two sets of height adjustment components 2, two sets of moving components 1, turning rollers 3 and power components 4) and a compost turning mechanism as described above connected to the compost turner body.

[0044] The beneficial effects of the compost turner provided by this utility model are as follows: Compared with the prior art, the height of the turning mechanism of the compost turner of this utility model can be adjusted, which can be used to turn compost of different heights and improve the turning efficiency.

[0045] To ensure the stability of the connection between the mixing roller 3 and the moving assembly 1 (specifically the movable part 11), in some embodiments, please refer to... Figures 1 to 4 The movable component 1 is connected to a bearing assembly 13 (existing technology, not specifically shown in the figure). The two ends of the turning roller 3 are rotatably connected to the bearing assemblies 13 on the two sets of movable components 1, respectively. One end of the turning roller 3 passes through a set of movable components 1 (specifically, the movable part 11). The bearing assembly 13 is connected to the lower middle part of the movable part 11 by multiple fasteners (such as bolts), avoiding the height adjustment component 2. Both ends of the turning roller 3 are rotatably connected to the bearing assembly 13, with one end passing through the bearing assembly 13 and the movable part 11, and being powered by the power component 4 to achieve power transmission.

[0046] Specifically, the bearing assembly 13 is disposed inside the movable part 11, and one end of the turning roller 3 passes through the bearing assembly 13 and the movable part 11 without affecting the rotation of the turning roller 3. The end that passes through is connected to the power output end of the power assembly 4 through the universal connector 8, thereby realizing the transmission of power.

[0047] The bearing assembly 13 includes a bearing and a bearing housing. The bearing is disposed inside the bearing housing. The two ends of the turning roller 3 are inserted into the bearing, and one end passes through the bearing and the bearing housing, and protrudes out of the movable part 11 to connect with the power assembly 4. Specifically, a perforation is provided on a set of movable parts 11 to allow one end of the turning roller 3 to pass through.

[0048] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1 to 4The power assembly 4 includes a reducer 41 and a drive shaft 42. The reducer 41 is connected to the turner frame 5, and its power input end is used to drive the power output end of the traction machine. One end of the drive shaft 42 is connected to the power output end of the reducer 41, and the other end is used to drive the end of the turning roller 3 that passes through the moving assembly 12. The power of the traction machine is transmitted to the turning roller 3 sequentially through the reducer 41 and the drive shaft 42. The reducer 41 is a right-angle reducer in the prior art, with the axial directions of the power input end and the power output end arranged at right angles. Its power input end is used to drive the power output end of the traction machine, and the power output end is connected to one end of the drive shaft 42 (connected by a universal connector 8) to realize the transmission of power. The other end of the drive shaft 42 is also connected to the extended end of the turning roller 3 through another universal connector 8. The reducer 41 can reduce the speed of the power output by the traction machine, and the torque increases after the speed is reduced. Since the height of the mixing roller 3 is adjustable, the connection of the two universal connectors 8 allows the height of the mixing roller 3 to be adjusted within a set range without affecting the transmission of power.

[0049] Specifically, the tractor can be a tractor or other tractor vehicle, and the tractor's power output is also connected to the power input of the reducer 41 via a universal connector 8. The power output from the tractor can drive the reducer 41 to run. The tractor is connected to the frame 5 of the compost turner via a drawbar. During the compost turning process, the tractor pulls the compost turner to move, while at the same time, a portion of the tractor's power can drive the turning rollers 3 to rotate.

[0050] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 The compost turner frame 5 has two sets of cleaning shovels 7 connected to both ends. These two sets of cleaning shovels 7 are positioned close to both ends of the turning rollers 3. During the turning operation, the cleaning shovels 7 guide the compost to move closer to the turning rollers 3. By using the cleaning shovels 7 at both ends of the compost turner frame 5, the compost located on both sides of the compost turner frame 5 can be guided to the middle of the turner, where it can be turned and mixed by the turning rollers 3. This achieves the cleaning of compost on roads or the ground and improves the turning efficiency.

[0051] Specifically, the clearing shovel 7 is similar to a shovel, set at an angle on the horizontal plane, acting as a guide plate. It is detachably connected to the turner frame 5, installed to the turner frame 5 when in use, and removed when not in use.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements 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 composting mechanism, characterized by, include: Two sets of moving components are respectively installed on both sides of the turner frame, and each set of moving components has a movable part that moves along the height direction of the turner; Both sets of height adjustment components are connected at one end to the turner frame and at the other end to the corresponding movable part. The movable part can move along the height direction of the turner by means of the height adjustment components. The mixing roller has two sets of moving components rotatably connected to its two ends, with one end passing through the movable part. The height of the two ends of the mixing roller can be adjusted by the height adjustment components.

2. The composting turner mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The side frame of the turning machine is provided with a clearance opening; the movable part is opposite to the clearance opening and at least closes the area above the end of the turning roller where the clearance opening is located, and the end of the turning roller passes through the clearance opening and connects to the movable part.

3. The composting turner mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The moving component also includes two sliding parts disposed on the side frame of the turner. The two sliding parts are arranged at intervals and opposite to each other, and a moving space is formed between them to facilitate the movement of the moving part along the height direction of the turner. The two sides of the moving part are respectively slidably connected to the two sets of sliding parts.

4. The composting turner mechanism of claim 3, wherein, The two sliding parts and the movable part are located on the outside of the side frame of the turner.

5. The composting turner mechanism of claim 3, wherein, The two sliding components are two sliding grooves with opposite openings. The movable part is plate-shaped, and its two sides are respectively embedded in the corresponding sliding grooves to form a sliding connection.

6. The composting turner mechanism of claim 5, wherein, When the movable part is in its lowest position, the sliding component engages with the upper part of the movable part.

7. The composting turner mechanism of claim 6, wherein, A limiting plate is connected to the outer side of the turner side frame. The limiting plate is located diagonally below the two sliding parts and directly below the moving part. The limiting plate is adapted to limit the movement of the moving part to the lowest position.

8. The composting turner mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The turning roller includes a roller body and a plurality of turning teeth disposed on the outer circumferential wall of the roller body. The plurality of turning teeth are used to turn and stir the compost. One end of the turning tooth is connected to the roller body, and the other end is a free end and is curved. The bending direction of the free end of the turning tooth is towards the middle of the turning roller.

9. The composting turning and mixing mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The height adjustment component is a hydraulic telescopic cylinder along the height direction of the turner. The hydraulic telescopic cylinder is connected to the hydraulic system of the turner traction equipment through a pipeline. The hydraulic system of the turner traction equipment is adapted to control the extension and retraction of the hydraulic telescopic cylinder.

10. A windrow turner characterized by, It includes a compost turning machine body and a compost turning mechanism as described in any one of claims 1-9 connected to the compost turning machine body.

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