Metallurgical vessel suspension system

摘要

A molten metal processing vessel is supported on a trunnion support by a plurality of upper and lower link members each having a pair of legs. One pair of link member legs are coupled to and are disposed between three hinge members affixed to the vessel. The other legs of the upper members are also pivotally connected to and disposed between three hinge members mounted atop the trunnion support and the other legs of the lower members are pivotally connected to and disposed between three hinge members mounted on an auxiliary ring disposed adjacent the lower end of the trunnion support. The gap between the legs which are coupled to the vessel is greater than those coupled to the trunnion support. The trunnion support includes a plurality of spring washers disposed between an auxiliary ring and a trunnion and are prestressed by a spring seat and tapered spring adjustment members.