Adjustable Switchgear Frame for On-Site Height and Tilt Alignment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing switchgear frames provide only limited adjustability, requiring removal of the switchgear to adjust height or angle, making installation difficult and time-consuming.

Innovation Solution

A frame assembly with a base, slidable, and tiltable sections that allow simultaneous adjustment of height and tilt angle of switchgear without disassembly, using C-shaped channels, tilt-locking brackets, and fasteners for secure positioning.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If switchgear is supported on a typical adjustable frame, then height or angle adjustment is provided, but the switchgear must be removed from the frame to adjust height or angle

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveadjustabilityVSAvoidinstallation ease

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The frame is divided into three distinct sections: a base frame section, a slidable frame section, and a tiltable frame section. This segmentation allows each section to perform a specific function (height adjustment via sliding, angle adjustment via tilting) while remaining part of the integrated structure, enabling adjustments without removing the switchgear.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The frame incorporates dynamic elements including a slidable section that can move vertically along the base frame and a tiltable section that can pivot relative to the slidable section. These dynamic components enable continuous adjustment of height and angle while the switchgear remains mounted on the frame.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If switchgear is supported on a typical adjustable frame, then some adjustment capability is provided, but installation becomes more time consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustment capabilityVSAvoidinstallation speed

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The frame is designed with pre-configured adjustment mechanisms including slots, pivot points, and locking features that are prepared in advance during manufacturing. This preliminary preparation allows installers to quickly make height and angle adjustments using simple operations rather than complex assembly procedures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The dynamic slidable and tiltable sections enable rapid adjustment during installation. The slidable section can be positioned at different heights along the base frame, and the tiltable section can be angled as needed, both while the switchgear remains mounted, significantly reducing installation time compared to fixed frames or those requiring disassembly for adjustment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS20250329995A1Switchgear assembly with adjustable frame

Publication Date: 2025.10.23 G & W ELECTRIC CO

AI summary

A switchgear assembly includes a switchgear and a frame configured to support the switchgear, the frame including, a base frame section connected to a base surface, a slidable frame section slidably coupled to the base frame section and movable to vary a height of the switchgear relative to the base surface, and a tiltable frame section pivotably coupled to the slidable frame section and movable to vary a tilt angle of the switchgear relative to the base surface.