WO1990008920A1 - Radiant tube and reflector hanger - Google Patents
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- WO1990008920A1 WO1990008920A1 PCT/US1990/000587 US9000587W WO9008920A1 WO 1990008920 A1 WO1990008920 A1 WO 1990008920A1 US 9000587 W US9000587 W US 9000587W WO 9008920 A1 WO9008920 A1 WO 9008920A1
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F24—HEATING; RANGES; VENTILATING
- F24D—DOMESTIC- OR SPACE-HEATING SYSTEMS, e.g. CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEMS; DOMESTIC HOT-WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS; ELEMENTS OR COMPONENTS THEREFOR
- F24D5/00—Hot-air central heating systems; Exhaust gas central heating systems
- F24D5/06—Hot-air central heating systems; Exhaust gas central heating systems operating without discharge of hot air into the space or area to be heated
- F24D5/08—Hot-air central heating systems; Exhaust gas central heating systems operating without discharge of hot air into the space or area to be heated with hot air led through radiators
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- This invention relates to l ow intens ity , infrared radiant heating systems of the type in which the infrared emitter is a metal tube which is charged with hot gaseous effluent by means of a fuel-f ired burner . More particularly , the invention relates to improved support and hanger means for radiant energy heating systems which include tube type emitters and reflectors used in combination .
- a fuel-fired, low intensity radiant energy heating system typically includes a metal tube infrared emitter, the tube being charged with hot gaseous effluent by means of a fuel-fired heated.
- the system is usually installed with the emitter tube positioned 7 to 50 feet above floor level.
- Reflectors in the form of light gauge metal fabrications or stampings are installed immediately above the emitter tube over substantially the entire operating length thereof to direct the emitted radiation toward the floor.
- the entire structure, including the tube, is held together by means of an alloy steel wire hanger which is bent to provide seats for receiving the opposite edges of the reflector.
- the center portion of the hanger is curved to receive the tube.
- Wire hangers are placed at regularly spaced intervals along the longitudinal run of the reflector assembly.
- the alloy steel wire hangers are then connected at their top portions to an overhead structure, such as a ceiling beam or other support, by a chain fastened to the support and, in turn, fastened to the hanger.
- the alloy steel wire hanger is, essentially, custom bent, resulting in non-uniformity among hangers and increased cost of manufacture.
- Convection currents caused by temperature differences along the length of the emitter tube and disturbances within the enclosure actually scrub heat off the emitter tube as the convection current flows from the burner end of the emitter tube to the effluent discharge end.
- This convection current allows heat to flow along the length of the tube until it reaches the end of the tube where the heat is discharged.
- This flow of heat along the tube results in a loss of directable radiant heat energy in the needed areas; requiring an increased output by the burner to compensate for the loss. Therefore if the amount of convected heat loss can be reduced, the fuel savings is increased, thus decreasing the operating cost of the system during operation.
- the present invention is directed to overcoming the disadvantages of the prior art noted above.
- the subject device provides an improved hanger for hanging a radiant tube and reflector heating assembly from an overhead structure.
- the new hanger may be mass produced, resulting in a uniformity of size and shape unachievable with the old, essentially custom bent hanger.
- the new hanger further acts as a dam or bulkhead to prevent convection currents from moving along the tube in an "uphill *1 direction, i.e., from the burner assembly to the effluent discharge.
- a rigid member capable of withstanding the high temperatures developed in the emitter tube without deforming, having first and second ends, an upper surface, a central cutout communicating with the upper surface , and a bearing surface located on the upper surface , is used for hanging and supporting the reflector and radiant tube assembly from an overhead structure .
- the hanger is of such shape that it cooperates with a cross section of the re f l ector to f orm an a ir dam f or preventing convection currents from flowing along the radiant tube .
- Another aspect of the invention includes upwardly extending outboard fingers located on the first and second ends of the member, adapted to connect the hanger by a chain or other means to the overhead structure .
- the hanger member is configured as a flat plate having end and side flanges used f or sti f f ening and support ing purpos es .
- An additional aspect of the invention includes at least one tab adj acent to the central cutout and proximate the upper surface. The tab or tabs may be bent to allow the hanger to be placed on the radiant tube and afterwards bent back to the original position to retain the tube in the hanger.
- a flat plate configured to have a shape similar to a transverse cross section of the reflector has its outer edges bent at right angles to form stiffening members.
- the hanger of the instant invention may be stamped out of sheet metal or other material so as to facilitate mass production of particular sizes in a quick, efficient and accurate manner. Hangers may be prefabricated for specific reflector configurations to prevent convection currents from occurring along the radiant tube.
- FIGURE 1 is a side elevational view of a typical building installation of a radiant tube and reflector heating assembly
- FIGURE 2 is a front view of the hanger according to the invention.
- FIGURE 3 is a side view of the hanger of Figure 2.
- FIGURE 4 is an exploded perspective view of a hanger for supporting a radiant tube and reflector combination
- a low intensity radiant energy heating installation 10 is shown to comprise a gas or oil fired burner 11 located within an enclosure defined by insulated outer walls 12 of a commercial building.
- the burner 11 is connected through conduit 14 and adjustable damper 16 to the outside of the enclosure to provide air for combination with the gas or oil supplied to the burner 11 through line 18.
- Line 18 is provided with valve 20 which may be opened and closed by means of an external electrical control signal to emit gas or oil to the burner 11 on demand.
- the hot gaseous effluent which is produced by the burner 11 is admitted to the input end 21 of a length of emitter tube 22 preferably constructed of light gage spiral wrapped aluminum, aluminized steel, steel, or coated steel having low thermal inertia and high resistance to corrosion, and rib and seam reinforced for diametrical strength.
- the length of the tube 22 may vary greatly with the particular installation and, by way of example, the nominal diameter of the tube may be from 2 1/2 to 14 inches.
- the metal of the tube is preferably from 22 to 31 gage, yielding a weight-to-surface area ratio of one or less. This results in low thermal inertia in the emitter, i . e . , heat up and cool down times are short .
- heavy gage welded steel p ipes have a weight-to-surface area ratio of between 3 and 6.
- a reflector 24 which directs radiant energy from the tube 22 toward the floor 13 of the building 12 .
- Hangers 26 are suspended from the ce i l ing 15 o f the building 12 to hold the combination of the tube 22 , the burner 11 and the reflector 24 in place.
- the tube 22 runs and through a power exhaust 30 and a heat exchanger 28 having an acidic condensate drain or trap 29. After passing through power exhaust 30 and heat exchanger 28 , the now relatively cool eff luent is vented to the atmosphere .
- the heat exchanger 28 is optional in the system, but where used is preferably constructed of materials , such as plastic or stainless steel , which are highly resistant to corrosion since the function of the heat exchanger is to remove heat from the tube 22 toward the exhaust end 23 and direct it back into the building 12 .
- the gaseous effluent in the tube 22 is preferably cooled to a temperature below the condensation point. Accordingly, an acid drain or trap 29 is necessary so that the condensate may be safely and quickly eliminated from the system.
- the power exhaust 30 is also preferably constructed of corrosion resistant materials such as stainless steel.
- the use of a power exhaust is preferable in most cases to a powered supply system in conduit 14 since the use of power exhaust 30 causes the entire heating system 10 to operate at a negative internal pressure, thus eliminating the possibility of products of combustion flaking into the building 12 through cracks and holes in the tube 22.
- FIGS 2 and 3 illustrate a preferred embodiment of the hanger 26.
- the hanger 26 is constructed of steel, aluminum or other temperature resistant material capable of withstanding the high temperatures developed within the emitter tube without deforming or losing any structural supporting characteristics.
- the hanger is generally a trapezoidal configuration of sufficient width and height to substantially surround the emitter tube 22, having an outer configuration similar to a cross section of the reflector 24 transverse its longitudinal direction.
- the general configuration of the hanger 26 is fabricated as required to fit various shapes of reflectors.
- the hanger 26 typically comprises a flat plate 36 having a central cutout 28 for receiving the emitter tube 22. Perpendicular flanges 28a are provided to stiffen and reinforce the central cutout 28 and support the emitter tube 22.
- the upper surface 29 of the flat plate 36 contains perpendicular flanges 30 acting as a bearing surface for the reflector 24.
- the hanger further includes upwardly extending outboard fingers 32 having holes 32a for attaching a chain 34 or other support means, such as a cable or solid hangers.
- the chain 34 is then attached to an overhead structure or support 35 located on the ceiling 15 of the building 12.
- the flat plate further has edge flanges 38 located around the periphery of the plate 36 which aid in stiffening and strengthening the plate 36.
- Tabs 40 are provided on the upper surface of the central cutout 28. Said tabs 40 are bent perpendicular to the plate 36 to enable the operator to insert the emitter tube 22 into the central cutout 28. Once the tube 22 has been inserted, the tabs 40 are then bent back in line with the flat plate 36.
- Figure 4 it depicts a hanger 26 used in conjunction with an emitter tube 22 and., a reflector 24 hung by chain 34 to an overhead structure 35.
- the hanger 26 substantially encircles the emitter tube 22 and conforms to the configuration of reflector 24, thus preventing convection currents due to temperature changes from flowing along the emitter tube 22 in the direction shown by the arrow 42.
- hanger 26 Since hanger 26 is made from a flat plate bent and is formed by simple bends, it may be mass produced in a stamping plant. This mass production results in a uniform hangers, which in turn allows quick and efficient installation.
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CA002025349A CA2025349C (en) | 1989-01-27 | 1990-01-26 | Radiant tube and reflector hanger |
EP90903112A EP0407567B1 (en) | 1989-01-27 | 1990-01-26 | Radiant tube and reflector hanger |
DE69013592T DE69013592T2 (en) | 1989-01-27 | 1990-01-26 | SUPPORT FOR RADIANT PIPE AND REFLECTOR. |
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US30262989A | 1989-01-27 | 1989-01-27 | |
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CA (1) | CA2025349C (en) |
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US3014680A (en) * | 1958-06-24 | 1961-12-26 | Richard L Steinbach | Mounting bracket for inera-red lamps |
US3111535A (en) * | 1960-03-23 | 1963-11-19 | Wacker Chemie Gmbh | Method of copolymerization |
US3171945A (en) * | 1962-04-16 | 1965-03-02 | Electro Therm | Radiant heater |
US4266117A (en) * | 1978-11-06 | 1981-05-05 | Econoray, Inc. | Self-ventilating infra-red ray heater |
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US3014680A (en) * | 1958-06-24 | 1961-12-26 | Richard L Steinbach | Mounting bracket for inera-red lamps |
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