A cofferdam support connecting piece
The design of sliding I-beams and tensioning mechanisms solves the problems of low installation efficiency and insufficient stability of connectors in traditional cofferdam construction, achieving rapid installation and stable support, and is suitable for prefabricated cofferdam construction.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202522364730.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-11-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-11-07
AI Technical Summary
In traditional cofferdam construction, the connection method of steel sheet piles has the disadvantages of low installation efficiency, difficulty in adjustment, inconvenience in disassembly, lack of flexibility, inability to adapt to small deformations or displacements, resulting in insufficient support stability.
The system employs a sliding I-beam, sliding sleeve, and tensioning mechanism, combined with bolt fixing and plug-in design, to achieve quick installation and position adjustment of the support rod. The tension can be easily adjusted through the cooperation of the threaded sleeve and adjusting rod, ensuring the stability of the support.
It improves construction efficiency, simplifies the installation process, and enhances the stability and flexibility of the support, making it suitable for various prefabricated cofferdam construction scenarios.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cofferdam construction technology, and in particular to a prefabricated cofferdam support connector. Background Technology
[0002] In cofferdam construction, sheet piles are a commonly used support structure. Traditional cofferdam support connections typically use welding for fixing, but this method suffers from low installation efficiency, difficulty in adjustment, and inconvenience in disassembly. Especially in prefabricated cofferdams, rapid installation and disassembly are required to adapt to different construction conditions. Existing connectors often lack flexibility and cannot accommodate minor deformations or displacements of the sheet piles, resulting in insufficient support stability. Furthermore, the tensioning and fixing mechanisms are complex, increasing construction time and costs. Therefore, a new type of connector is needed that simplifies the installation process, improves adjustment convenience, and enhances support stability. Summary of the Invention
[0003] This utility model aims to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a prefabricated cofferdam support connector.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: a prefabricated cofferdam support connector, comprising a first U-shaped connector fixed to the top of the concave side of a convex steel sheet pile, a second C-shaped connector fixed to the top of the convex side of the concave steel sheet pile, and a support rod detachably installed between two rows of steel sheet piles. An I-beam is slidably inserted into the second connector, and the concave steel sheet pile and the I-beam are fixed together by bolts. A sliding sleeve is slidably fitted on the side of the I-beam away from the second connector, and a connecting block is provided on the side of the sliding sleeve away from the concave steel sheet pile. A slot is provided on the top of the connecting block. The support rod is inserted into the slots of two opposite connecting blocks between the two rows of steel sheet piles, and the support rod and the connecting block are fixed together by bolts. A tensioning mechanism is provided between the I-beam and the first connector.
[0005] Specifically, the sliding sleeve has a sliding plate that contacts the web of the I-beam, and the sliding plate is threaded with bolts, which are tightened and fixed.
[0006] Specifically, the tensioning mechanism includes a threaded sleeve, an adjusting rod with reverse threads connected to both ends of the threaded sleeve, an insert plate installed at the end of the adjusting rod, and a third insert plate in the shape of an inverted S inserted into the side of the I-beam near the first insert plate. The top of the opposing surfaces of the first and third insert plates are provided with grooves corresponding to the adjusting rods. The two insert plates are respectively inserted into the corresponding first and third insert plates, and the adjusting rod is inserted into the groove. Tensioning is achieved by rotating the threaded sleeve.
[0007] Specifically, rubber anti-slip pads are provided on the contact surfaces of the first and third connectors and the plug plate.
[0008] Specifically, the third connector is bolted to the I-beam.
[0009] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting up a sliding I-beam, a sliding sleeve, and a tensioning mechanism, this utility model achieves rapid installation and position adjustment of the support rod, improving construction efficiency. The tensioning mechanism uses a threaded sleeve and an adjusting rod, which allows for convenient adjustment of the tension force and ensures the stability of the support. The design of the first and second connectors makes the connection between the sheet pile and the connector more robust. The sliding sleeve is bolted to the I-beam, allowing for flexible adjustment of the support rod's position. The overall structure is simple, easy to operate, and suitable for various prefabricated cofferdam construction scenarios. Attached Figure Description
[0010] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0011] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;
[0012] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;
[0013] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the I-beam, the second connector, and the sliding sleeve of this utility model.
[0014] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the tensioning mechanism of this utility model;
[0015] In the diagram: 1-convex sheet pile; 2-first connector; 3-concave sheet pile; 4-second connector; 5-support rod; 6-I-beam; 7-sliding sleeve; 8-connecting block; 9-slot; 10-slide plate; 11-threaded sleeve; 12-adjusting rod; 13-insertion plate; 14-third connector;
[0016] The following will describe in detail the embodiments of this utility model with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:
[0018] like Figures 1-5 As shown, a prefabricated cofferdam support connector includes a first connector 2 in a U-shape fixed to the top of the concave side of a convex sheet pile 1, a second connector 4 in a C-shape fixed to the top of the convex side of a concave sheet pile 3, and a support rod 5 detachably installed between two rows of sheet piles. An I-beam 6 is slidably inserted into the second connector 4, and the concave sheet pile 3 and the I-beam 6 are fixed together by bolts. This design allows the I-beam 6 to slide within the second connector 4, facilitating position adjustment, and then is fixed by bolts, ensuring the connection's strength and adjustability.
[0019] A sliding sleeve 7 is slidably fitted on the side of the I-beam 6 away from the second connector 4. A sliding plate 10 extends from the sliding sleeve 7 and contacts the web of the I-beam 6. Bolts are threaded onto the sliding plate 10, and the plate is secured by tightening the bolts. The sliding sleeve 7 can slide on the I-beam 6, thereby adjusting the position of the support rod 5 to accommodate sheet piles with different spacings. The bolt-locking mechanism is simple to operate and provides reliable fixation.
[0020] The sliding sleeve 7 has a connecting block 8 on the side opposite to the concave steel sheet pile 3. The top of the connecting block 8 has a slot 9. The support rod 5 is inserted into the slots 9 of the two opposite connecting blocks 8 between the double rows of steel sheet piles, and the support rod 5 and the connecting block 8 are fixed together by bolts. The slot 9 design makes the support rod 5 easy to install and remove, and the bolt fixing ensures the stability of the support rod 5 and prevents it from falling off.
[0021] A tensioning mechanism is provided between the I-beam 6 and the first connector 2. The tensioning mechanism includes a threaded sleeve 11, an adjusting rod 12 with reverse threads connected to both ends of the threaded sleeve 11, an insert plate 13 installed at the end of the adjusting rod 12, and a third connector 14 in an inverted S-shape inserted into the side of the I-beam 6 near the first connector 2. The top of the opposing surfaces of the first connector 2 and the third connector 14 are provided with sliding grooves corresponding to the adjusting rod 12. The two insert plates 13 are respectively inserted into the corresponding first connector 2 and third connector 14, and the adjusting rod 12 is inserted into the sliding groove. Tensioning is achieved by rotating the threaded sleeve 11. The tensioning mechanism achieves synchronous adjustment through forward and reverse threads, which can quickly tighten or loosen, adapt to different working conditions, and improve the tightness and stability of the connection.
[0022] Rubber anti-slip pads are provided on the contact surfaces of the first connector 2, the third connector 14, and the insert plate 13. These rubber anti-slip pads increase friction, preventing the insert plate 13 from sliding, and also act as a buffer, reducing wear between metal parts. The third connector 14 is bolted to the I-beam 6, ensuring that the third connector 14 is securely fixed to the I-beam 6 and guaranteeing the effective transmission of the tensioning mechanism.
[0023] In operation, the I-beam 6 is inserted into the second connector 4 and slid to the appropriate position, then secured with bolts. Next, the sliding sleeve 7 is fitted onto the I-beam 6, adjusted to the desired position, and tightened with bolts. The matching support rod 5 is inserted into the slots 9 of the connecting blocks 8 on both sides and secured with bolts. Finally, the third connector 14 is fitted onto the I-beam 6, and the insert plates 13 are inserted into the first connector 2 and the third connector 14 respectively. By rotating the threaded sleeve 11, the tensioning mechanism is adjusted to tighten the I-beam 6 and the first connector 2, thereby enhancing the stability of the overall structure. The entire installation process is simple, quick, and easy to adjust, greatly improving construction efficiency.
[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
[0025] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0026] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0027] The present invention has been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the specific implementation of the present invention is not limited to the above-described manner. Any improvements made using the inventive concept and technical solution of the present invention, or direct application to other situations without modification, are all within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A prefabricated cofferdam support connector, characterized in that, The device includes a first connector (2) fixed in a U-shape on the top of the concave side of the convex sheet pile (1), a second connector (4) fixed in a C-shape on the top of the convex side of the concave sheet pile (3), and a support rod (5) detachably installed between the double-row sheet piles. An I-beam (6) is slidably inserted into the second connector (4). The concave sheet pile (3) and the I-beam (6) are fixed together by bolts. A sliding sleeve (7) is slidably fitted on the side of the I-beam (6) away from the second connector (4). A connecting block (8) is provided on the side of the sliding sleeve (7) away from the concave sheet pile (3). A slot (9) is provided on the top of the connecting block (8). The support rod (5) is inserted into the slot (9) of the two opposite connecting blocks (8) between the double-row sheet piles. The support rod (5) and the connecting block (8) are fixed together by bolts. A tensioning mechanism is provided between the I-beam (6) and the first connector (2).
2. The prefabricated cofferdam support connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sliding sleeve (7) has a sliding plate (10) that contacts the web of the I-beam (6). The sliding plate (10) is threaded with bolts and is fixed by tightening the bolts.
3. The prefabricated cofferdam support connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tensioning mechanism includes a threaded sleeve (11), an adjusting rod (12) with reverse threads connected to both ends of the threaded sleeve (11), a insert plate (13) installed at the end of the adjusting rod (12), and a third insert plate (14) in the shape of an inverted S inserted into the side of the I-beam (6) near the first insert plate (2). The top of the opposite surfaces of the first insert plate (2) and the third insert plate (14) are provided with a sliding groove corresponding to the adjusting rod (12). The two insert plates (13) are respectively inserted into the corresponding first insert plate (2) and third insert plate (14), and the adjusting rod (12) is inserted into the sliding groove. Tensioning is achieved by rotating the threaded sleeve (11).
4. A prefabricated cofferdam support connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, Rubber anti-slip pads are provided on the contact surfaces of the first connector (2), the third connector (14), and the plug plate (13).
5. A prefabricated cofferdam support connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The third connector (14) is tightened to the I-beam (6) by bolts.
