Automatic labeling equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to automatic labeling equipment. The automatic labeling equipment comprises a moving part, a material taking part and a processing part which are all arranged on a workbench; the moving part comprises a first moving assembly and a second moving assembly, and the second moving assembly is matched with the first moving assembly and can move relative to the first moving assembly; the material taking part comprises a material placing assembly and a material conveying assembly; the material conveying assembly is matched with the second moving assembly and acts on the material placing assembly along a preset path; the processing part comprises an attaching assembly and a guiding-out assembly, and the attaching assembly is matched with the feeding assembly to complete processing on the guiding-out assembly. A first moving assembly and a second moving assembly of the moving part cooperate to provide multi-dimensional motion freedom degrees, and it is ensured that components are flexibly positioned in the plane of the workbench; the feeding assembly of the material taking part acts on the material placing assembly along a preset path and is in linkage with the moving part, and automatic material conveying is achieved. The attaching assembly of the processing part is connected with the feeding assembly and the guiding-out assembly at the same time, a continuous operation closed loop is formed, and the integrated process of attaching operation and finished product guiding-out is completed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of trademark labeling technology, and more particularly to an automated labeling device. Background Technology

[0002] In the garment manufacturing industry, labels typically include main labels and care labels, which are an indispensable part of the product, carrying brand identity, product information, and information required by regulations. Traditionally, accurately, securely, and efficiently affixing labels of different sizes together remains a highly manual process. The currently commonly used manual labeling process is roughly as follows: Manual handling: Operators need to manually pick up the main label and washing label separately; Manual positioning: The operator needs to manually position the care label to the designated affixing area of ​​the main label by visual inspection and touch; Manual application: Secure the care label to the main label by pressing or using simple hand tools; Manual collection: The affixed trademarks are neatly stacked or passed to the next process.

[0003] This traditional manual labeling method has many significant drawbacks: (a) Low production efficiency and high labor costs: Manual operation is slow and cannot meet the needs of large-scale and fast-paced production of modern clothing, becoming one of the bottleneck links in the production process; it also requires a large number of skilled workers to perform repetitive labor, and with the continuous rise in labor costs, the cost pressure of this process is increasing day by day.

[0004] (ii) Unstable bonding quality and low standardization: Relying entirely on worker skill and attention, this easily leads to problems such as misalignment, skewness, weak adhesion, or even omissions of the care label on the main trademark, severely impacting product appearance and brand image. Inconsistencies may exist between different workers or even the same worker at different times, making it difficult to guarantee that the bonding position, angle, and firmness of each composite label are completely consistent, failing to meet the requirements of standardization and traceability in modern manufacturing. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this invention is to provide an automated labeling device to solve one or more problems in the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is as follows: An automated labeling device, the device comprising a moving part, a material picking part, and a processing part, all disposed on a worktable; The moving part includes a first moving component and a second moving component, wherein the second moving component is coupled to the first moving component and is movable relative to the first moving component; The material handling unit includes a material feeding component and a material dispensing component. The material feeding component is coupled to the second moving component and acts on the material dispensing component along a preset path. The processing unit includes a bonding component and an exporting component, wherein the bonding component cooperates with the feeding component to complete the processing in the exporting component.

[0007] Furthermore, the first moving component includes a track base and a first motor, with a synchronous belt disposed within the track base. The first motor is connected to one end of the track base and cooperates with the synchronous belt. The first moving component also includes a first moving block connected to the synchronous belt, and the first moving block is further connected to an adapter block.

[0008] Furthermore, the second moving component includes a first cylinder and a first fixing plate. The first cylinder is connected to the adapter block and has a first guide block and a first push rod. The first fixing plate is fitted to both the first guide block and the first push rod.

[0009] Furthermore, the second moving component also includes a second cylinder and a second fixed plate. The second cylinder is connected to the first fixed plate and has a second guide block and a second push rod. The second fixed plate is fitted to both the second guide block and the second push rod.

[0010] Furthermore, the feeding assembly includes a first box, a second box, a first support plate, and a second support plate. The first box is fitted onto the first support plate, and the second box is fitted onto the second support plate. Both the first box and the second box are provided with slots along a first direction.

[0011] Furthermore, the feeding assembly also includes a third fixed plate disposed inside the worktable, the third fixed plate being connected to a power unit; the power unit includes a second motor connected to the third fixed plate, one end of the second motor being coupled to a lead screw, a limit block and a second moving block being disposed on the lead screw, the second moving block being connected to a support plate, the support plate being disposed of at least one top rod, and both the first bearing plate and the second bearing plate being connected to the top rod.

[0012] Furthermore, the feeding assembly includes a winding group and an unwinding group disposed on the second fixed plate; the winding group includes a third motor connected to the second fixed plate, and the third motor is also connected to a winding core; the unwinding group includes a first fixed shaft and a second fixed shaft disposed on the second fixed plate, the first fixed shaft is fitted with a rotatable positioning member, the positioning member having an annular toothed opening, and the second fixed shaft is fitted with a rotatable snap-fit ​​member, one end of the snap-fit ​​member engaging with the toothed opening.

[0013] Furthermore, the positioning member is also fitted with a film roll, and the feeding assembly also includes at least one tensioning member connected to the second fixing plate. A portion of the film roll is disposed on the core via the tensioning member, and the film roll and the core are collinear along the center of the first direction.

[0014] Furthermore, the bonding assembly includes a first fixed seat and a second fixed seat, a third cylinder is disposed on the first fixed seat, the third cylinder has a third push rod, a third guide block is also disposed on the surface of the first fixed seat, the third guide block is also connected to a third moving block, the second fixed seat is partially engaged with the third push rod and partially connected to the third moving block; the bonding assembly also includes a spot weldment, the spot weldment is disposed on the second fixed seat.

[0015] Furthermore, the export component includes a third fixing seat, which has a mating surface, and the spot welded component acts on the mating surface along the second direction; the export component also includes a guide seat, which is connected to the third fixing seat and has a sliding surface that is obliquely arranged relative to the first plane, and the worktable is also provided with a storage cavity, one end of the sliding surface being connected to the storage cavity.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial technical effects of the present invention are as follows: (i) By setting up the moving part, the first moving block is precisely translated along the track seat by the synchronous belt and the first motor of the first moving component. Combined with the first push rod of the first cylinder of the second moving component, the first fixed plate is pushed, and the second push rod of the second cylinder drives the second fixed plate. With the cooperation of the first guide block and the second guide block, high-precision movement on the worktable plane is achieved, providing multi-dimensional motion freedom, replacing the traditional manual picking and positioning process, and improving the labeling speed.

[0017] (ii) By setting up the material picking unit, the first box of the feeding component is loaded with washing labels and the second box is loaded with main labels, forming a split box design. The second motor of the power unit drives the lead screw to lift the first and second support plates to the preset height. At the same time, the feeding component uses the tensioning component to keep the film roll flat and the meshing of the teeth and the snap-fit ​​component prevents deviation. With the movement of the moving part and the closed-loop system of the feeding component for unwinding and rewinding, the label is automatically picked up, eliminating the error of manual visual inspection and improving efficiency.

[0018] (iii) Through the setting of the processing unit, the third cylinder of the bonding component drives the third push rod, which drives the third moving block to move precisely along the third guide block, so that the spot welded parts complete the welding of the main label and the washing label, and then the finished product is slid into the storage cavity through the sliding surface of the outgoing component, avoiding stacking damage caused by manual collection. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the structure of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure I .

[0020] Figure 2 This diagram illustrates the structure of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure II .

[0021] Figure 3 This diagram illustrates the structure of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure III .

[0022] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the moving part of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0023] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the material handling section of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0024] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the processing unit of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0025] Figure 7 This image shows a partial enlarged view of the unwinding section of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 8 A partial structural diagram of the unwinding section of an automated labeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0027] In the attached diagram, the following labels are used: 1. Moving part; 11. First moving assembly; 111. Track seat; 112. First motor; 113. Synchronous belt; 114. First moving block; 115. Transfer block; 12. Second moving assembly; 121. First cylinder; 1211. First guide block; 1212. First push rod; 122. First fixing plate; 123. Second cylinder; 1231. Second guide block; 1232. Second push rod; 124. Second fixing plate; 2. Material handling part; 21. Material discharging assembly; 211. First box; 212. Second box; 213. First bearing plate; 214. Second bearing plate; 215. Third fixing plate; 216. Power unit; 2161. Second motor; 2162. Lead screw; 2163. Limiting block; 2164. Second moving block; 2165. Support plate; 2166, top rod; 22, feeding assembly; 221, winding assembly; 2211, third motor; 2212, core; 222, unwinding assembly; 2221, first fixed shaft; 2222, second fixed shaft; 2223, positioning component; 22231, toothed edge; 2224, snap-fit ​​component; 2225, film roll; 2226, tensioning component; 3, processing section; 31, bonding assembly; 311, first fixed seat; 3111, third guide block; 312, second fixed seat; 313, third cylinder; 3131, third push rod; 314, third moving block; 315, spot weld; 32, guide assembly; 321, third fixed seat; 3211, bonding surface; 322, guide seat; 3221, sliding surface; 4, slot; 5, worktable; 51, storage cavity; 6, caster wheel. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the following detailed description of an automated labeling device proposed by this invention, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, provides further clarity. The advantages and features of this invention will become clearer from the following description. It should be noted that the accompanying drawings are in a very simplified form and use non-precise proportions, used only to facilitate and clearly illustrate the purpose of the embodiments of this invention. Please refer to the accompanying drawings to make the objectives, features, and advantages of this invention more apparent and understandable. It should be understood that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., depicted in the accompanying drawings are only for illustrative purposes to aid those skilled in the art and are not intended to limit the implementation conditions of this invention. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and objectives achieved by this invention, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this invention.

[0029] Please see Figures 1 to 8The automated labeling equipment of this embodiment includes a moving part 1, a picking part 2, and a processing part 3, all mounted on a workbench 5. The moving part 1 is used for transferring labels, the picking part 2 is responsible for picking up the main label and care label to be affixed and accurately placing them in the designated processing area, and the processing part 3 is used to complete the affixing operation of the main label and care label. The components work together efficiently through a control system to ensure a smooth and stable labeling process.

[0030] Specifically, the moving part 1 includes a first moving component 11 and a second moving component 12. The second moving component 12 cooperates with the first moving component 11 and is movable relative to the first moving component 11. In this embodiment, the first moving component 11 and the second moving component 12 cooperate to form two mutually perpendicular directions of movement on a plane parallel to the surface of the worktable 5, further improving the applicability of the device.

[0031] Furthermore, the first moving component 11 includes a track base 111 and a first motor 112. A synchronous belt 113 is disposed within the track base 111. The first motor 112 is connected to one end of the track base 111 and cooperates with the synchronous belt 113. The first moving component 11 also includes a first moving block 114 connected to the synchronous belt 113. The first moving block 114 is also connected to a transition block 115. The first motor 112 drives the synchronous belt 113 to rotate, thereby driving the first moving block 114 to achieve smooth linear movement on the track base 111. The design of the transition block 115 further enhances the connection stability between the first moving block 114 and other components, ensuring that there will be no loosening or deviation during high-speed operation. The second moving component 12 includes a first cylinder 121 and a first fixed plate 122. The first cylinder 121 is connected to the adapter block 115. The first cylinder 121 has a first guide block 1211 and a first push rod 1212. The first fixed plate 122 is engaged with both the first guide block 1211 and the first push rod 1212. Through the synergistic effect of the first guide block 1211 and the first push rod 1212, the first fixed plate 122 achieves a smoother motion trajectory, reduces the possibility of friction and wear, and enables precise reciprocating motion, ensuring high precision and consistency during operation.

[0032] Furthermore, the second moving component 12 also includes a second cylinder 123 and a second fixed plate 124. The second cylinder 123 is connected to the first fixed plate 122 and has a second guide block 1231 and a second push rod 1232. The second fixed plate 124 is fitted to both the second guide block 1231 and the second push rod 1232. The close cooperation between the second fixed plate 124 and the second guide block 1231 and the second push rod 1232 further enhances the stability of the overall structure and the accuracy of movement. Under the action of the second cylinder 123, the second push rod 1232 can achieve rapid and smooth extension and retraction, thereby driving the second fixed plate 124 to complete a predetermined movement trajectory.

[0033] The material handling unit 2 includes a material dispensing component 21 and a material feeding component 22. The material dispensing component 21 is used to pre-place the main label and washing label to be bonded. The material feeding component 22 is used to transfer the main label and washing label to be bonded. The material feeding component 22 cooperates with the second moving component 12 and acts on the material dispensing component 21 along a preset path. Under the action of the first moving component 11 and the second moving component 12, the position of the second fixing plate 124 changes. Therefore, the material feeding component 22 moves with the movement of the second fixing plate 124.

[0034] Specifically, the feeding assembly 21 includes a first box 211, a second box 212, a first support plate 213, and a second support plate 214. The first box 211 is fitted onto the first support plate 213, and the second box 212 is fitted onto the second support plate 214. Both the first box 211 and the second box 212 have slots 4 along a first direction. These slots 4 facilitate the loading and unloading of main labels and wash labels. In this example, the first direction is the length direction of the track seat 111. The first support plate 213 and the second support plate 214 are used to support main labels and wash labels of different specifications or types to meet diverse labeling needs. By adjusting the relative positions of the first box 211 and the second box 212, the loading requirements of materials of different sizes can be adapted, thereby improving the applicability and flexibility of the equipment.

[0035] Furthermore, the feeding assembly 21 also includes a third fixed plate 215 disposed inside the workbench 5. The third fixed plate 215 is connected to a power unit 216, which is used to lift the first bearing plate 213 and the second bearing plate 214 to a suitable height so that the feeding assembly 22 can pick up and deliver them. The power unit 216 includes a second motor 2161 connected to the third fixed plate 215. One end of the second motor 2161 is engaged with a lead screw 2162. A limit block 2163 and a second moving block 2164 are also provided on the lead screw 2162. The second moving block 2164 is connected to a support plate 2165. At least one push rod 2166 is provided on the support plate 2165. The first bearing plate 213 and the second bearing plate 214 are both connected to the push rod 2166. In this embodiment, the first box 211 and the first support plate 213 are used to hold the care label (small label), while the second box 212 and the second support plate 214 are used to hold the main label (large label). Therefore, the first support plate 213 is connected to one top rod 2166, and the second support plate 214 is connected to two top rods 2166. The limiting block 2163 is used to limit the travel range of the second moving block 2164, ensuring that it moves within a predetermined safe area. When the second motor 2161 starts, the rotation of the lead screw 2162 drives the second moving block 2164 to move up and down, thereby adjusting the height of the support plate 2165 and the top rods 2166. The lifting and lowering action of the top rods 2166 allows the first support plate 213 and the second support plate 214 to push the care label and the main label to appropriate positions respectively, so that the feeding assembly 22 can accurately grasp them.

[0036] Furthermore, the feeding assembly 22 includes a winding group 221 and an unwinding group 222 disposed on the second fixed plate 124. The winding group 221 includes a third motor 2211, which is connected to the second fixed plate 124 and is also connected to a winding core 2212. The unwinding group 222 includes a first fixed shaft 2221 and a second fixed shaft 2222 disposed on the second fixed plate 124. The first fixed shaft 2221 is fitted with a rotatable positioning member 2223, which has an annular toothed opening 22231. The second fixed shaft 2222 is fitted with a rotatable locking member 2224, one end of which engages with the toothed opening 22231. A film roll 2225 is also fitted onto the positioning member 2223. The film roll 2225 is used to sequentially adhere labels located in the first box 211 and the second box 212 along a preset path when the second fixing plate 124 moves. The feeding assembly 22 also includes at least one tensioning member 2226 connected to the second fixing plate 124. A portion of the film roll 2225 is positioned on the core 2212 via the tensioning member 2226. The film roll 2225 and the core 2212 are collinear along a first direction. The portion of the film roll 2225 tensioned by the tensioning member 2226 acts on the slot 4, which is also the first direction in this embodiment. The third motor 2211 drives the core 2212 to rotate, thereby realizing the winding operation of the film roll 2225, so that the portion of the film roll 2225 with the adhesive treatment is recycled. During the winding process, the tensioning member 2226 applies appropriate tension to the film roll 2225 to ensure that the film roll 2225 remains flat and without slack during transport. Simultaneously, the cooperative design of the locking member 2224 and the toothed jaw 22231 effectively prevents the positioning member 2223 from shifting during unwinding, further improving unwinding stability. Through the synergistic effect of the above structures, the entire feeding assembly 22 not only improves the working efficiency of the labeling equipment but also significantly enhances the reliability and accuracy of equipment operation.

[0037] The processing unit 3 includes a bonding component 31 and a discharging component 32. The bonding component 31 cooperates with the feeding component 22 to complete the processing. The bonding component 31 is used to fix and bond the care label and main label picked up by the film roll 2225, and the discharging component 32 is used to export and collect the fixedly bonded care label and main label.

[0038] Specifically, the bonding assembly 31 includes a first fixing seat 311 and a second fixing seat 312. A third cylinder 313 is disposed on the first fixing seat 311. The third cylinder 313 has a third push rod 3131. A third guide block 3111 is also disposed on the surface of the first fixing seat 311. The third guide block 3111 is also connected to a third moving block 314. The second fixing seat 312 is partially engaged with the third push rod 3131 and partially connected to the third moving block 314. The bonding assembly 31 also includes a spot weldment 315 disposed on the second fixing seat 312. When the third cylinder 313 drives the third push rod 3131 to extend or retract, the third moving block 314 moves smoothly along the trajectory of the third guide block 3111, thereby driving the second fixed seat 312 to achieve precise position adjustment. Consequently, the spot weldment 315 moves with the movement of the second fixed seat 312 to act on the washing label and main label adhered by the feeding assembly 22. Preferably, the spot weldment 315 uses ultrasonic technology, which can achieve a highly efficient and firm bonding effect, not only improving the bonding accuracy but also avoiding the damage to materials that may be caused by traditional hot-melt methods.

[0039] Furthermore, the export component 32 includes a third fixing seat 321, which has a mating surface 3211. The spot weld 315 acts on the mating surface 3211 along a second direction. In this embodiment, the second direction is perpendicular to the surface of the worktable 5, i.e., the vertical direction. The export component 32 also includes a guide seat 322, which is connected to the third fixing seat 321 and has a sliding surface 3221 that is obliquely arranged relative to a first plane. In this embodiment, the first plane is a plane parallel to the horizontal ground, i.e., a plane parallel to the upper surface of the worktable 5. The worktable 5 also has a storage cavity 51, and one end of the sliding surface 3221 is connected to the storage cavity 51. When the wash label and main label are mated on the mating surface 3211 under the action of the spot weld 315, they will move smoothly along the sliding surface 3221 into the storage cavity 51. This design not only ensures that the bonded material is quickly exported, but also effectively avoids chaos caused by stacking or retention, thus effectively protecting the quality of the finished product.

[0040] The device also includes casters 6 connected to the bottom of the workbench 5, which facilitate flexible movement.

[0041] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0042] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of the present invention, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of this invention patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An automated labeling device, characterized in that: The equipment includes a moving part, a material handling part, and a processing part, all of which are located on the workbench; The moving part includes a first moving component and a second moving component, wherein the second moving component is coupled to the first moving component and is movable relative to the first moving component; The material handling unit includes a material feeding component and a material dispensing component. The material feeding component is coupled to the second moving component and acts on the material dispensing component along a preset path. The processing unit includes a bonding component and an exporting component, wherein the bonding component cooperates with the feeding component to complete the processing in the exporting component.

2. The automated labeling equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The first moving component includes a track base and a first motor. A synchronous belt is provided inside the track base. The first motor is connected to one end of the track base and cooperates with the synchronous belt. The first moving component also includes a first moving block connected to the synchronous belt. The first moving block is also connected to a transition block.

3. The automated labeling equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The second moving component includes a first cylinder and a first fixed plate. The first cylinder is connected to the adapter block. The first cylinder has a first guide block and a first push rod. The first fixed plate is fitted to both the first guide block and the first push rod.

4. An automated labeling device as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The second moving component further includes a second cylinder and a second fixed plate. The second cylinder is connected to the first fixed plate and has a second guide block and a second push rod. The second fixed plate is fitted to both the second guide block and the second push rod.

5. An automated labeling device as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The feeding assembly includes a first box, a second box, a first support plate, and a second support plate. The first box is fitted onto the first support plate, and the second box is fitted onto the second support plate. Both the first box and the second box are provided with slots along a first direction.

6. An automated labeling device as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The feeding assembly also includes a third fixed plate disposed inside the worktable, and the third fixed plate is connected to a power unit; the power unit includes a second motor connected to the third fixed plate, one end of the second motor is engaged with a lead screw, a limit block and a second moving block are also disposed on the lead screw, the second moving block is connected to a support plate, and at least one top rod is disposed on the support plate, and both the first bearing plate and the second bearing plate are connected to the top rod.

7. An automated labeling device as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The feeding assembly includes a winding group and an unwinding group disposed on the second fixed plate; the winding group includes a third motor connected to the second fixed plate, and the third motor is also connected to a winding core; the unwinding group includes a first fixed shaft and a second fixed shaft disposed on the second fixed plate, the first fixed shaft is fitted with a rotatable positioning member, the positioning member having an annular toothed opening, and the second fixed shaft is fitted with a rotatable snap-fit ​​member, one end of the snap-fit ​​member engaging with the toothed opening.

8. An automated labeling device as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The positioning member is also fitted with a film roll, and the feeding assembly further includes at least one tensioning member connected to the second fixing plate. A portion of the film roll is disposed on the core via the tensioning member, and the film roll and the core are collinear along the center of the first direction.

9. An automated labeling device as described in claim 8, characterized in that: The bonding assembly includes a first fixed seat and a second fixed seat. A third cylinder is disposed on the first fixed seat. The third cylinder has a third push rod. A third guide block is also disposed on the surface of the first fixed seat. The third guide block is also connected to a third moving block. The second fixed seat is partially engaged with the third push rod and partially connected to the third moving block. The bonding assembly also includes a spot weldment, which is disposed on the second fixed seat.

10. An automated labeling device as described in claim 9, characterized in that: The export component includes a third fixing seat with a mating surface, and the spot welded component acts on the mating surface along a second direction; the export component also includes a guide seat connected to the third fixing seat and having a sliding surface obliquely arranged relative to the first plane, and the worktable is also provided with a storage cavity, one end of the sliding surface being connected to the storage cavity.

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