Pipe Suspension Assembly With Quick-Lock Securing Member
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing suspension systems for pipes and cable trays are time-consuming to install due to the need for cutting threaded rods and lack stability, particularly when using suspending straps.
Innovation Solution
A suspension assembly with a support member, elongate suspension articles, and a securing device that allows for easy attachment and detachment by moving a securing member between securing and non-securing positions, providing stability through curved main elements and hemmed edge regions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If threaded rods are used for suspension, then the suspension system can be assembled, but the installation process becomes time-consuming due to cutting and threading operations
Solution Approach 1:
The suspension system is divided into separate modular components: a support member with aperture, a suspension article with securing opening, and a securing device with movable securing member. This segmentation eliminates the need for cutting and threading operations, allowing quick assembly by simply inserting and securing the components together.
Solution Approach 2:
The securing device is pre-configured with a movable securing member that can be positioned to engage with the suspension article. This preliminary preparation of the securing mechanism eliminates the need for time-consuming on-site assembly operations like cutting and threading rods during installation.
2Ease of operation
If suspending straps are used, then installation is simpler, but the system lacks stability
Solution Approach 1:
The securing device incorporates a movable securing member that can transition between different positions to engage and disengage the suspension article. This dynamic mechanism provides both ease of installation through simple insertion and removal operations, and stability through positive engagement when secured, eliminating the flimsiness of static straps.
3Reliability
If threaded rods with nuts are used, then secure attachment is achieved, but the assembly process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts and eliminates the threaded rod and nut components from the traditional suspension system. Instead, it uses a simplified assembly of a support member with aperture, suspension article with securing opening, and a securing device with a movable securing member, reducing assembly complexity while maintaining secure attachment through the engagement of these streamlined components.
4Reliability
If traditional suspension methods are used, then suspension function is achieved, but installation and detachment operations are time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The securing device is pre-configured with a movable securing member designed for quick engagement. The support member and suspension article are pre-formed with apertures and securing openings respectively, allowing rapid assembly by simply inserting the suspension article through the aperture and engaging the securing member, eliminating time-consuming on-site fabrication and assembly operations.
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AI summary
A suspension assembly comprising: a support member for supporting an item; an elongate suspension article defining a securing opening; and a securing device on the support member. The support member defines an aperture through which the suspension article can be inserted. The securing device has a securing member movable across the aperture between a securing position and a non-securing position. The securing member is receivable through the securing opening in the suspension article to secure the support member to the suspension article when the suspension article is received through the aperture and the securing member is in the securing position.