Rapid multi-surface labeling equipment

Abstract

Rapid multi-face labeling equipment comprises a feeding station and a labeling station, the feeding station is used for conveying a product to be labeled to the labeling station, the labeling station comprises a label outlet table, a first labeling table and a labeling arm, a labeling module is arranged at the end of the labeling arm and comprises a plurality of label suction heads arranged in parallel, and the label suction heads are arranged on the first labeling table. The label suction heads are the same or different in size and can suck one or more labels printed from the label output table respectively or simultaneously. And the labeling arm attaches the label to the product to be labeled after adsorbing the label. And the first labeling table can enable the to-be-labeled product to rotate and is matched with the labeling arm to realize multi-surface labeling of the to-be-labeled product. According to the multi-surface labeling device, the multiple label suction heads are arranged and can separately or simultaneously suck labels, the multi-surface labeling device can be compatible with the labels of different sizes, simultaneous suction of the multiple labels can be achieved, the labeling requirements of different products are met, meanwhile, the first labeling table can achieve rotation of the to-be-labeled products, rapid multi-surface labeling is achieved, and the labeling efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automatic labeling technology, and more particularly to a rapid multi-sided labeling device. Background Technology

[0002] Most products on the market are currently labeled, such as company logos, product information labels, ingredient lists, and warning labels. Conventional production lines typically use multiple labeling stations based on the order in which product components are fed, or labeling is done off-line before automatic assembly, resulting in low efficiency, high equipment costs, and large floor space requirements. Furthermore, some components require labels of different sizes on multiple surfaces; conventional lines dispense labels one at a time and apply them sequentially, leading to low labeling efficiency and potential information confusion and material errors. Additionally, traditional production lines use a tray-based feeding system, which requires significant equipment space, has short feeding intervals, and necessitates frequent manual operation, further reducing efficiency.

[0003] Therefore, how to improve the technical defects in the existing technology and develop a labeling equipment that can be compatible with labeling multiple types of products has always been a problem that ordinary technicians in this field urgently need to solve. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a fast multi-sided labeling device that is compatible with labels of different sizes and can simultaneously absorb multiple labels to label different sides of a product, thereby meeting the labeling needs of different products. A single station can automatically label multiple products, with high equipment utilization and small footprint.

[0005] The technical solution provided by this invention is as follows: A rapid multi-sided labeling device, comprising: Material loading station and labeling station; The loading station is used to transport products to be labeled to the labeling station; The labeling station includes a label dispensing table, a first labeling table, and a labeling arm. The labeling arm is equipped with a labeling module at its end. The labeling module includes multiple label suction heads arranged in parallel. The multiple label suction heads are the same size or different sizes, and the multiple label suction heads are suitable for adsorbing one or more labels printed from the label dispensing table, either individually or simultaneously. The labeling arm picks up the label and attaches it to the product to be labeled; the first labeling table is used to rotate the product to be labeled, and works with the labeling arm to achieve multi-sided labeling of the product.

[0006] In some implementations, the labeling station also includes a first conveyor track and a rotating module; The rotating module includes a clamping component and a rotating motor. The clamping component is mounted on a first conveying track to form a first labeling table, which is used to clamp and convey the products to be labeled from the loading station. The rotating motor is used to drive the clamping component to rotate, thereby realizing multi-sided labeling of the products to be labeled.

[0007] In some embodiments, the loading station includes a first loading station and a second loading station, located on different sides of the labeling station, respectively. The first loading station is suitable for loading the magazine, and the second loading station is suitable for loading the tray. The labeling station also includes a second labeling table, which is installed on the second conveyor track to receive and transport products to be labeled from the loading station.

[0008] In some implementations, the labeling station also includes a first camera and a second camera; The first camera is located around the label dispensing platform and is used for precise label positioning; In this arrangement, one of the first labeling station and the second labeling station is located around the first camera, which is also used for precise product positioning; the other of the first labeling station and the second labeling station has a second camera around its periphery, which is also used for precise product positioning.

[0009] In some embodiments, the labeling station also includes an NG product placement area, and the labeling module also includes an NG product suction head, which is used to pick up products with abnormal labeling, so that the labeling arm can transport the products with abnormal labeling to the NG product placement area. NG products have laser sensors around the suction head.

[0010] In some embodiments, the labeling module further includes a first lifting mechanism and a second lifting mechanism, wherein the first lifting mechanism is used to control the lifting of the label suction head and the second lifting mechanism is used to control the lifting of the NG product suction head. The first lifting mechanism has a first mounting bracket at its drive end. The first mounting bracket has a through hole. The top of the label suction head has a sliding column that passes through the through hole. An elastic element is also sleeved on the outside of the sliding column. One end of the elastic element is connected to the first mounting bracket, and the other end is connected to the label suction head. The labeling module also includes a barcode scanner for scanning the barcodes on the products to be labeled.

[0011] In some implementations, the first loading station includes a magazine, a feeding track, and a first loading module; The magazine is used to stack and store products to be labeled. The magazine includes two side-by-side storage areas, both of which are used to store products to be labeled, and the edges of the stored products to be labeled abut against the inner wall of the magazine located in the corresponding storage area. There is at least one feeding track for receiving and conveying magazines, and a positioning structure is provided between the bearing platform of the feeding track and the magazines; The first feeding module includes a lifting guide rail, a feeding platform, and a feeding arm. The lifting guide rail is located at one end of the feeding track, and the feeding platform is mounted on the lifting guide rail to support and drive the product to be labeled in the magazine to be lifted and lowered. The feeding arm is equipped with a transfer suction head at its end to absorb and transport the product to be labeled in order to achieve feeding.

[0012] In some implementations, the second loading station includes a first storage rack and a second loading module; The first storage rack is adapted to a storage tray, which is used to store products to be labeled; the edge of the first storage rack is provided with a transfer unit for removing the tray from the first storage rack; The second feeding module includes a first transfer track and a transfer suction head mounted on the first transfer track. The transfer suction head adsorbs and transports the products to be labeled from the tray removed by the transfer unit to achieve feeding.

[0013] In some embodiments, the second loading station further includes a second storage rack, a second transfer track, and a mobile platform mounted on the second transfer track; The second storage rack is equipped with a transfer unit at its edge. The second transfer track is located around the first and second storage racks. The movable platform is adapted to dock with the transfer units on the first and second storage racks. It is used to carry the trays taken out from the first storage rack and transport the trays of products to be labeled to the second storage rack. The transfer unit on the second storage rack is used to move the trays of products to be labeled into the second storage rack. The second feeding module is located at one end of the second transfer track near the first storage rack.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first feeding module further includes a third lifting mechanism, a second mounting bracket, a third mounting bracket, and a third camera; The third lifting mechanism and the third camera are installed at the end of the loading arm. The second mounting bracket is installed at the drive end of the third lifting mechanism, and the second mounting bracket has a through hole. The top of the third mounting bracket is provided with a sliding column, which passes through the through hole. An elastic element is also sleeved on the outside of the sliding column. One end of the elastic element is connected to the second mounting bracket, and the other end is connected to the third mounting bracket. The transfer suction head is installed at the bottom of the third mounting bracket. The top of the third mounting bracket is also provided with a pressure sensor. and / or The second feeding module also includes a third lifting mechanism, a second mounting bracket, and a third mounting bracket; The third lifting mechanism is installed on the first transfer track, the second mounting bracket is installed on the drive end of the third lifting mechanism, and the second mounting bracket has a through hole; the top of the third mounting bracket is provided with a sliding column, which passes through the through hole, and an elastic element is also sleeved on the outside of the sliding column. One end of the elastic element is connected to the second mounting bracket, and the other end is connected to the third mounting bracket. The transfer suction head is installed at the bottom of the third mounting bracket; a pressure sensor is also provided on the top of the third mounting bracket.

[0015] The technical advantages of this application are as follows: 1. In this application, the labeling module of the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment includes multiple label suction heads. For products requiring single-sided labeling, the multiple label suction heads are compatible with labels of different specifications and sizes; for products requiring multi-sided labeling, the multiple label suction heads can simultaneously pick up multiple labels and sequentially attach them to different sides of the product, resulting in high labeling efficiency. Thus, a single-station rapid multi-sided labeling equipment can automatically label multiple products, improving the utilization rate of the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment and reducing its footprint.

[0016] 2. In this application, the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment adopts a dual-station feeding system, corresponding to tray feeding and spring clip feeding respectively. This allows for feeding according to the needs of different labeling processes, reducing the risk of incorrect material application. Furthermore, it employs dual labeling tables (i.e., a first labeling table and a second labeling table), corresponding to multi-sided labeling and single-sided labeling processes respectively. The dual feeding stations and dual labeling tables enhance the versatility of the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment and facilitate the prepositioning of subsequent product labeling operations, thereby improving product feeding and labeling efficiency.

[0017] 3. In this application, the magazine includes two storage areas. The products to be labeled are stored in two corresponding rows in these two storage areas, abutting against the inner wall of the magazine located in the corresponding storage area. This design only requires sufficient space for the magazine to accommodate products of different specifications and sizes, greatly improving its applicability, increasing equipment utilization, and reducing space requirements. Furthermore, the magazine can load more products at once than traditional tray loading, reducing loading frequency and improving production efficiency.

[0018] 4. In this application, the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment is equipped with a first camera and a second camera at the labeling station, which can be used for precise label positioning and product positioning, and to detect whether the labeling module is abnormal in labeling and labeling, thereby ensuring the quality of product labeling. The labeling module is also equipped with a barcode scanner, which is used to scan the product during labeling to reduce the risk of incorrect materials caused by information errors. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments: Figure 1This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rapid multi-sided labeling device provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the fast multi-sided labeling module provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the first labeling station and its related structures provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of the local structure at point A shown; Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a portion of the first loading station provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A magnified schematic diagram of the local structure at point B shown; Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the transfer suction head and its related structures in the second loading station provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the transfer suction head and its related structures in the first loading station provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0020] Explanation of icon numbers: 110. Second loading station; 111. First storage rack; 112. Second loading module; 113. First transfer track; 114. Second storage rack; 115. Second transfer track; 116. Moving platform; 117. Transfer unit; 120. First loading station; 121. Magazine; 1211. Positioning structure; 122. Feed track; 123. First loading module; 1231. Lifting guide rail; 1232. Loading platform; 1233. Loading arm; 130. Transfer suction head; 140. Third lifting mechanism; 150. Second mounting bracket; 160. Third mounting bracket; 170. Pressure sensor; 180. Third camera; 200. Labeling station; 210. Second labeling table; 220. First labeling table; 230. Labeling arm; 231. Labeling module; 2311. Label suction head; 2312. Barcode scanner; 2313. NG product suction head; 2314. First lifting mechanism; 2315. Second lifting mechanism; 2316. First mounting bracket; 240. Second conveyor rail; 250. First conveyor rail; 260. Rotating module; 261. Clamping component; 262. Rotary motor; 271. First camera; 272. Second camera; 280. NG product placement area; 301. Laser sensor; 302. Sliding column; 303. Elastic element; 401. Material tray; 500. Products. Detailed Implementation

[0021] In the following description, specific details such as particular system architectures and techniques are set forth for illustrative purposes and not for limitation, in order to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments of this application. However, those skilled in the art will understand that this application can also be implemented in other embodiments without these specific details. In other instances, detailed descriptions of well-known systems, apparatuses, circuits, and methods have been omitted so as not to obscure the description of this application with unnecessary detail.

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the specific implementation methods of this application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings and other implementation methods can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] To keep the drawings concise, each drawing only schematically shows the parts relevant to this application, and they do not represent the actual structure of the product. Furthermore, for ease of understanding, in some drawings, only one of the components with the same structure or function is schematically shown, or only one is labeled. In this document, "one" not only means "only one," but can also mean "more than one."

[0024] It should also be further understood that the term “and / or” as used in this application specification and the appended claims means any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0025] In this document, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0026] In the embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings, the directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, and back) used to explain the structure and movement of the various components of this application are relative rather than absolute. These descriptions are appropriate when these components are in the positions shown in the drawings. If the descriptions of the positions of these components change, these directional indications also change accordingly.

[0027] Furthermore, in the description of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] According to a specific embodiment provided in this application, see [link to specific embodiment]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 A rapid multi-sided labeling device includes a feeding station and a labeling station 200. The feeding station is used to transport the product 500 to be labeled to the labeling table. The labeling station 200 includes a label dispensing table, a first labeling table 220, and a labeling arm 230. The labeling arm 230 is provided with a labeling module 231 at its end. The labeling module 231 includes multiple label suction heads 2311 arranged in parallel. The multiple label suction heads 2311 are the same or different in size, and the multiple label suction heads 2311 are suitable for adsorbing one or more labels printed from the label dispensing table, either individually or simultaneously. The labeling arm 230 is used to adsorb the labels and then affix them to the product 500 to be labeled.

[0029] This embodiment introduces a labeling module 231 with multiple label suction heads 2311 into a rapid multi-sided labeling equipment. This module can adapt to labels of different specifications and sizes. Moreover, for products 500 that require multi-sided adhesive application, the multiple label suction heads 2311 can simultaneously pick up multiple labels, allowing the labeling arm 230 to apply multiple labels to the product 500 sequentially. This is in contrast to the traditional method of picking up one label first and then picking up another label after the first label is applied, which significantly improves labeling efficiency.

[0030] The labeling station includes a label printer capable of printing multiple labels simultaneously, allowing the labeling arm 230 to pick up multiple labels at the same time. Preferably, the label printer's printhead also has a blowhole to blow the printed labels upwards, ensuring they are smoothly picked up by the labeling arm 230. The first labeling station 220 allows the product 500 to be labeled to rotate, working in conjunction with the labeling arm 230 to achieve rapid, multi-sided labeling of the product 500, improving labeling efficiency.

[0031] Specifically, the labeling station 200 also includes a first conveying track 250 and a rotating module 260. The rotating module 260 includes a clamping member 261 and a rotating motor 262. The clamping member 261 is mounted on the first conveying track 250 to form the first labeling table 220, which is used to clamp and convey the product 500 to be labeled from the loading station. The rotating motor 262 is used to drive the clamping member 261 to rotate, thereby realizing the rotation of the product 500 to be labeled, so that the first labeling table 220 can be adapted to the product 500 that needs to be labeled on multiple sides.

[0032] In one example embodiment, see Figure 1The feeding station includes a first feeding station 120 and a second feeding station 110, located on different sides of the labeling station 200. The first feeding station 120 is suitable for feeding the cartridge 121, and the second feeding station 110 is suitable for feeding the tray 401. This dual-station feeding system allows for selection of the appropriate feeding station based on the feeding requirements of different products 500, such as feeding the cartridge 121 or the tray 401. This achieves product-specific sorting, improves the processing efficiency of the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment, and further reduces the risk of incorrect material feeding.

[0033] Correspondingly, see Figure 1 and Figure 3 The labeling station 200 also includes a second labeling table 210 and a second conveyor track 240. The second labeling table 210 is installed on the second conveyor track 240 and can work together with the first labeling table 220 to provide dual-station feeding, that is, to receive and convey the products 500 to be labeled from the feeding station (second feeding station 110 or first feeding station 120). The first labeling table 220 can be used to accommodate products 500 that require multi-sided labeling, while the second labeling table 210 is used to accommodate products 500 that only require single-sided labeling.

[0034] In this embodiment, the dual-station feeding system is compatible with products 500 with different feeding modes, and the dual-labeling station 200 can adapt to products 500 with different labeling requirements. In this way, the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment can flexibly select the appropriate feeding method according to the actual needs of the product 500 and label it accordingly, such as single-sided labeling or multi-sided labeling, and perform labeling on the corresponding labeling station. This not only helps to improve the versatility of the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment, but also helps to bring forward the labeling operation of the product 500 in the later stages, thereby improving the feeding and labeling efficiency of the product 500.

[0035] In actual production, to meet the feeding and labeling requirements of product 500 on the production line, a dedicated conveyor route can be established. For example, for products A and B, the top cover of product A requires labeling on one side, which is compatible with feeding tray 401; the bottom shells of products A and B require labeling on three sides, which is compatible with feeding clip 121. See [reference needed]. Figure 1 The first loading station 120 is set up corresponding to the first labeling table 220, and the first conveyor track 250 is used to receive and convey the product 500 to be labeled from the first loading station 120; the second loading station 110 can be set up corresponding to the second labeling table 210, and the second conveyor track 240 is used to receive and convey the product 500 to be labeled from the second loading station 110. The rapid multi-sided labeling equipment can simultaneously label product A and product B, and simultaneously advance the labeling process of the top cover of product A and the labeling process of the bottom shell of product A to complete them together, which significantly improves production efficiency, increases the input-output ratio, and strengthens the production line's order-taking advantage.

[0036] See Figure 2and Figure 3 To accommodate labeling on three sides of the bottom shell of products A and B, the number of label suction heads 2311 is set to three, with dimensions of 15mm×15mm, 15mm×15mm, and 20mm×42mm respectively. The rotary motor 262 in the rotary module 260 can control the clamping component 261 to rotate 90°, 180°, and 270°.

[0037] Specifically, see Figure 1 and Figure 3 The labeling station 200 also includes a first camera 271 and a second camera 272. The first camera 271 is located around the label dispensing platform and is used to detect whether the label dispensing platform is dispensing labels normally and whether the labeling module 231 is properly adsorbing labels. Especially for the adsorption of multiple labels, the first camera 271 can detect the adsorption status of multiple labels, achieving precise positioning of multiple labels in one operation. One of the first labeling platform 220 and the second labeling platform 210, for example, the second labeling platform 210, is located around the first camera 271. The first camera 271 can also be used to detect whether the label is properly attached to the product 500 to be labeled, achieving precise positioning of the product 500. Conversely, the other of the first labeling platform 220 and the second labeling platform 210, for example, the first labeling platform 220, has a second camera 272 on its periphery. The second camera 272 is used to detect whether the label is properly attached to the product 500 to be labeled, achieving precise positioning of the product 500.

[0038] See further Figure 1 and Figure 2 The labeling station 200 also includes an NG product placement area 280. Correspondingly, the labeling module 231 also includes an NG product suction head 2313, which is used to pick up products 500 with abnormal labeling, so that the labeling arm 230 can transport the abnormally labeled products 500 to the NG product placement area 280. A laser sensor 301 is provided around the NG product suction head 2313 to confirm whether the NG product suction head 2313 has picked up products 500.

[0039] This embodiment, by setting up a first camera 271 and a second camera 272, enables the rapid multi-sided labeling equipment to automatically compare and detect abnormalities in label dispensing, label suction, and label application. For abnormalities, an alarm is issued, prompting manual intervention. For example, when the label dispensing station prints labels, a vacuum detector checks for label dispensing abnormalities. If an abnormality is detected, an alarm is triggered, and the operator removes all labels and clicks "reprint" on the machine interface. If label dispensing is normal, the labeling arm 230 suctions the labels. The first camera 271 checks for suction accuracy abnormalities. If an abnormality is detected, the labeling arm 230 discards the labels. If suction accuracy is normal, the labeling arm 230 continues labeling.

[0040] Furthermore, the labeling module 231 also includes a barcode scanner 2312, which can scan the QR code of product 500 during labeling to compare, detect, and bind the product 500 information, confirming whether the product 500 information is consistent. If inconsistent, the labeling arm 230 transports product 500 to the NG product placement area 280, and the machine interface marks the reason for the NG status with color. If NG products are placed in the placement area 280 three times consecutively, an alarm is triggered and the machine is stopped to investigate the cause. In this way, the problem of incorrect materials caused by information errors can be effectively prevented, and the production efficiency is higher while the yield of product 500 is also guaranteed.

[0041] Specifically, see Figure 2 The labeling module 231 also includes a first lifting mechanism 2314 and a second lifting mechanism 2315. The first lifting mechanism 2314 controls the lifting of the label suction head 2311, and the second lifting mechanism 2315 controls the lifting of the NG product suction head 2313. The first lifting mechanism 2314 has a first mounting bracket 2316 at its drive end, which has a through hole. The top of the label suction head 2311 has a sliding post 302 passing through the through hole, and an elastic element 303 is sleeved on the outside of the sliding post 302. One end of the elastic element 303 is connected to the first mounting bracket 2316, and the other end is connected to the label suction head 2311. This allows the label suction head 2311 to elastically contact the printing outlet of the label dispensing station, preventing overpressure damage to the label dispensing station and improving the product's lifespan.

[0042] Specifically, see Figure 1 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 8 The first loading station 120 includes a magazine 121, a feeding track 122, and a first loading module 123. The magazine 121 is used to stack and store products 500 to be labeled, for example, it can store 86 layers of product A or 86 layers of product B. There is at least one feeding track 122, which is used to transport the products 500 to be labeled. A positioning structure 1211, such as a positioning pin and a positioning sleeve, is provided between the carrying platform of the feeding track 122 and the magazine 121, which facilitates the quick replacement of the magazine 121 and can also realize the stable transport and accurate loading of the magazine 121. The first loading module 123 includes a lifting guide rail 1231, a loading platform 1232, and a loading arm 1233. The lifting guide rail 1231 is located at one end of the feeding track 122, and the loading platform 1232 is mounted on the lifting guide rail 1231 to support and drive the products 500 to be labeled in the magazine 121 to rise and fall. The end of the feeding arm 1233 is equipped with a transfer suction head 130, which is used to absorb and transport the product 500 to be labeled to the first labeling table 220 to realize the feeding.

[0043] The magazine 121 includes two side-by-side storage areas. The products 500 to be labeled are divided into two columns and stored in these two storage areas, with the edges of each product 500 abutting against the inner wall of the magazine 121 in its respective storage area. By providing sufficient space for the magazine 121, it can accommodate products 500 of different specifications and sizes. For example, by providing enough space to simultaneously accommodate two columns of product A and two columns of product B, the magazine 121 can accommodate both product A and product B, greatly improving its applicability, increasing equipment utilization, and reducing space requirements.

[0044] See Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 8 To accommodate the design of the two rows of products 500 to be labeled in the magazine 121, the loading arm 1233 in the first loading module 123 is equipped with two sets of transfer suction heads 130. Correspondingly, the number of the first labeling table 220, the first conveying track 250, and the rotating module 260 can all be set to two.

[0045] Preferably, there can be three feeding tracks 122, each corresponding to a magazine 121, a lifting guide rail 1231, and a loading platform 1232. The simultaneous feeding of three sets of magazines 121 is more suitable for storing larger, stackable products 500 to be labeled than the traditional tray 401, allowing for a greater number of products to be loaded. For example, for product A, which is fed by both tray 401 and magazines 121, when using tray-type feeding, one tray 401 typically supports 6 products 500 to be labeled, with a maximum of 15 layers of trays 401 stacked, for a total of 90 products 500. However, with three sets of magazines 121, each magazine can hold 86 layers of products 500 to be labeled, allowing for 258 products to be loaded at once, increasing the loading capacity by 186%, reducing the frequency of loading, and improving production efficiency.

[0046] Accordingly, see Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 The second loading station 110 includes a first storage rack 111 and a second loading module 112. The first storage rack 111 is adapted to a storage tray 401, which is used to store products 500 to be labeled. The edge of the first storage rack 111 is provided with a transfer unit 117 for removing the tray 401 from the first storage rack 111. The second loading module 112 includes a first transfer track 113 and a transfer suction head 130 mounted on the first transfer track 113. The transfer suction head 130 is used to pick up and transport the products 500 to be labeled from the tray 401 removed by the transfer unit 117 to the second labeling station 210 to realize loading.

[0047] Furthermore, the second loading station 110 also includes a second storage rack 114, a second transfer track 115, and a movable platform 116 mounted on the second transfer track 115. The second storage rack 114 has a transfer unit 117 at its edge. The second transfer track 115 is located around the first storage rack 111 and the second storage rack 114. The movable platform 116 is adapted to dock with the transfer units 117 on the first storage rack 111 and the second storage rack 114, and is used to carry the trays 401 removed from the first storage rack 111 and transport the trays 401 containing the removed products 500 to the second storage rack 114. The transfer units 117 on the second storage rack 114 are used to move the trays 401 containing the removed products 500 into the second storage rack 114, facilitating the subsequent recycling of empty trays 401. The second feeding module 112 is located at one end of the second transfer track 115 near the first storage rack 111, which facilitates the adsorption and transport of the transfer suction head 130 to the product 500 to be labeled.

[0048] Specifically, see the first... Figure 8 The first loading module 123 also includes a third lifting mechanism 140, a second mounting bracket 150, a third mounting bracket 160, and a third camera 180. The third lifting mechanism 140 and the third camera 180 are mounted at the end of the loading arm 1233. The second mounting bracket 150 is mounted at the drive end of the third lifting mechanism 140 and has a through hole. The top of the third mounting bracket 160 has a sliding column 302 that passes through the through hole, and an elastic element 303 is sleeved on the outside of the sliding column 302. One end of the elastic element 303 is connected to the second mounting bracket 150, and the other end is connected to the third mounting bracket 160. The transfer suction head 130 is mounted at the bottom of the third mounting bracket 160. A pressure sensor 170 is also provided at the top of the third mounting bracket 160.

[0049] Accordingly, see Figure 7 The second feeding module 112 also includes a third lifting mechanism 140, a second mounting bracket 150, and a third mounting bracket 160. The third lifting mechanism 140 is mounted on the first transfer track 113, and the second mounting bracket 150 is mounted on the drive end of the third lifting mechanism 140, with a through hole. The top of the third mounting bracket 160 is provided with a sliding column 302, which passes through the through hole, and an elastic element 303 is sleeved on the outside of the sliding column 302. One end of the elastic element 303 is connected to the second mounting bracket 150, and the other end is connected to the third mounting bracket 160. The transfer suction head 130 is mounted on the bottom of the third mounting bracket 160. A pressure sensor 170 is also provided on the top of the third mounting bracket 160.

[0050] In this embodiment, by setting the sliding column 302 and the elastic element 303, elastic contact between the transfer suction head 130 and the product 500 to be labeled can be achieved. At the same time, the pressure sensor 170 can monitor the downward pressure of the transfer suction head 130 in real time to prevent overpressure of the transfer suction head 130 from damaging the product 500. The first feeding module 123 is additionally equipped with a third camera 180, which can perform visual imaging to precisely position the product 500 fed by the magazine 121, determine the orientation of the product 500, and prevent incorrect feeding. For example, at least two positioning marks are set on the product 500 tray, and at least two positioning marks are set diagonally. The positioning marks can be "cross" marks. The product 500 position is located by photographing the positioning marks. The third camera 180 can also confirm whether the product 500 is picked up and placed flat by illuminating two points of the product 500, reducing the risk of damage to the product 500 caused by picking up and placing deviations and tray differences.

[0051] In actual production, the second feeding module 112 can also have a camera installed around the transfer suction head 130 to photograph and inspect the flatness of the product 500 during loading and unloading. Further, see... Figure 7 and Figure 8 Furthermore, laser sensors 301 can be installed around the transfer suction head 130 of the first feeding module 122 and the second feeding module 113 to confirm whether the transfer suction head 130 has adsorbed product 500. Further, see... Figure 5 A laser sensor 301 can also be installed at one end of the feed guide rail located on the lifting guide rail 1231 to confirm whether the magazine 121 is in position.

[0052] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts that are not described in detail or recorded in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0053] It should be noted that the above embodiments can be freely combined as needed. The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application. It should be pointed out that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principles of this application, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A rapid multi-sided labelling apparatus, characterised in that, Comprising: a feeding station and a labeling station; the feeding station is used to deliver the product to be labeled to the labeling station; the labeling station comprises a label output table, a first labeling table and a labeling arm, the end of the labeling arm is provided with a labeling module, the labeling module comprises a plurality of label suction heads arranged in parallel, the sizes of the plurality of label suction heads are the same or different, and the plurality of label suction heads are adapted to respectively or simultaneously suck one or more labels printed from the label output table; the labeling arm sucks the label and attaches the label to the product to be labeled; the first labeling table is used to rotate the product to be labeled, and cooperates with the labeling arm to realize multi-surface labeling of the product to be labeled.

2. The rapid multi-surface labeling equipment according to claim 1, wherein the labeling station further comprises a first conveying track and a rotating module; the rotating module comprises a clamping piece and a rotating motor, the clamping piece is installed on the first conveying track to form the first labeling table, and is used to clamp and convey the product to be labeled fed from the feeding station; the rotating motor is used to drive the clamping piece to rotate, thereby realizing multi-surface labeling of the product to be labeled.

3. The rapid multi-surface labeling equipment according to claim 2, wherein the feeding station comprises a first feeding station and a second feeding station, which are respectively located on different sides of the labeling station, the first feeding station is adapted for feeding a magazine, and the second feeding station is adapted for feeding a tray; and the labeling station further comprises a second labeling table, and the second labeling table is installed on the second conveying track and is used to receive and convey the product to be labeled fed from the feeding station.

4. The rapid multi-surface labeling equipment according to claim 2, wherein the labeling station further comprises a first camera and a second camera; the first camera is located on the side of the label output table and is used for label fine positioning; one of the first labeling table and the second labeling table is located on the side of the first camera, and the first camera is also used for product fine positioning; the side of the other of the first labeling table and the second labeling table is provided with the second camera, and the second camera is used for product fine positioning.

5. The rapid multi-surface labeling equipment according to claim 4, wherein the labeling station further comprises an NG product placement area, and the labeling module further comprises an NG product suction head, the NG product suction head is used to suck the product with labeling abnormality, so that the labeling arm conveys the product with labeling abnormality to the NG product placement area; the side of the NG product suction head is provided with a laser sensor.

6. The rapid multi-surface labeling equipment according to claim 5, wherein the labeling module further comprises a first lifting mechanism and a second lifting mechanism, the first lifting mechanism is used to control the lifting of the label suction head, and the second lifting mechanism is used to control the lifting of the NG product suction head. The driving end of the first lifting mechanism is provided with a first mounting bracket, the first mounting bracket is provided with a through hole, the label suction head top is provided with a sliding column, the sliding column is provided in the through hole, and the sliding column is further provided with an elastic element outside the sliding column, one end of the elastic element is connected with the first mounting bracket, and the other end is connected with the label suction head; The labeling module further comprises a code scanner for scanning the code of the product to be labeled.

7. The rapid multi-face labeling apparatus according to any one of claims 2-6, characterized in that, The first feeding station comprises a spring clip, a feeding track and a first feeding module; The spring clip is used for stacking and storing the products to be labeled, and the spring clip comprises two side-by-side storage areas, each of which is used for storing the products to be labeled, and the edges of the products to be labeled stored in the two storage areas are respectively abutted against the inner side walls of the spring clip at the corresponding storage areas; The number of the feeding tracks is at least one, which is used for receiving and conveying the spring clip, and a positioning structure is arranged between the bearing platform of the feeding track and the spring clip; The first feeding module comprises a lifting guide rail, a feeding platform and a feeding arm, the lifting guide rail is arranged at one end of the feeding track, the feeding platform is arranged on the lifting guide rail and used for supporting and lifting the products to be labeled in the spring clip, and the feeding arm is provided with a transfer suction head at the end thereof, which is used for adsorbing and conveying the products to be labeled to realize feeding.

8. The rapid multi-face labeling apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second feeding station comprises a first storage rack and a second feeding module; The first storage rack is adapted to store the tray, and the tray is used for storing the products to be labeled; the edge of the first storage rack is provided with a transplanting unit for removing the tray in the first storage rack; The second feeding module comprises a first transfer track and a transfer suction head arranged on the first transfer track, the transfer suction head adsorbs and conveys the products to be labeled in the tray removed by the transplanting unit to realize feeding.

9. The rapid multi-face labeling apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second feeding station further comprises a second storage rack, a second transfer track and a moving platform arranged on the second transfer track; The edge of the second storage rack is provided with a transplanting unit, the second transfer track is located at the side of the first storage rack and the second storage rack, and the moving platform is adapted to be connected to the transplanting unit on the first storage rack and the second storage rack, which is used for carrying the tray removed from the first storage rack and conveying the tray with the products to be labeled to the second storage rack, and the transplanting unit on the second storage rack is used for moving the tray with the products to be labeled into the second storage rack; The second feeding module is located at one end of the second transfer track close to the first storage rack.

10. The rapid multi-face labeling apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first feeding module further comprises a third lifting mechanism, a second mounting bracket, a third mounting bracket and a third camera; The third lifting mechanism and the third camera are installed at the end of the upper feeding arm, the second mounting bracket is installed at the driving end of the third lifting mechanism, and the second mounting bracket is provided with a through hole; a slide column is arranged at the top of the third mounting bracket, the slide column penetrates through the through hole, and an elastic member is further sleeved outside the slide column, one end of the elastic member is connected with the second mounting bracket, the other end is connected with the third mounting bracket, and the transfer suction head is installed at the bottom of the third mounting bracket; wherein, a pressure sensor is further arranged at the top of the third mounting bracket; and / or The second upper feeding module further comprises a third lifting mechanism, a second mounting bracket and a third mounting bracket; The third lifting mechanism is installed at the first transfer track, the second mounting bracket is installed at the driving end of the third lifting mechanism, and the second mounting bracket is provided with a through hole; a slide column is arranged at the top of the third mounting bracket, the slide column penetrates through the through hole, and an elastic member is further sleeved outside the slide column, one end of the elastic member is connected with the second mounting bracket, the other end is connected with the third mounting bracket, and the transfer suction head is installed at the bottom of the third mounting bracket; wherein, a pressure sensor is further arranged at the top of the third mounting bracket.

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