Automatic glass plate sorting and stacking system

By designing automated glass production transfer and sorting units, transfer units, and transmission units, the automated separation and storage of glass specifications has been achieved, solving the problems of low efficiency, scratch risk, and safety hazards in existing technologies, and improving production efficiency and safety.

CN114955548BActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03ZHEJIANG ZHAOMIN GLASS TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202210584266.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2022-05-27
Publication Date
2026-03-03
Estimated Expiration
2042-05-27

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Technical Problem

In the current glass production process, the efficiency of sorting glass by size after cutting is low, the labor intensity of operators is high, and there are risks of glass scratches and safety hazards.

Method used

An automated glass sorting and buffering system was designed, comprising a transfer and sorting unit, a transfer unit, a transmission unit, and an infrared dimension measurement unit. The system achieves automated separation, measurement, and storage of glass through a separation structure, a push unit, and a transmission unit.

Benefits of technology

It improves glass sorting efficiency, reduces the labor intensity of operators, avoids the risk of glass scratches, improves safety, and reduces manufacturing costs.

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Abstract

The application discloses a kind of automatic piece sorting and plate buffering systems for glass production, including transfer arrangement unit, transfer unit, transmission unit, infrared size measurement unit and glass storage unit;Transfer arrangement unit includes underframe, and a plurality of separation structures are provided on the underframe, and the separation structures are used to separate and store each different specification glass;Transfer unit is located between transmission unit and transfer arrangement unit, and the rear end of transmission unit is provided with glass storage unit used in cooperation with transmission unit, and infrared size measurement unit is provided on the transfer unit, and the infrared size measurement unit is used to measure the size of glass on the transfer unit.The application effectively improves the efficiency, reduces the labor intensity of operators, and avoids the risk of scratching caused by overlapping of each specification glass and improves safety.It has the beneficial effects of convenient operation, long service life and low manufacturing cost.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of glass processing technology, and more specifically, to an automatic glass sheet sorting and buffering system for glass production. Background Technology

[0002] Glass is widely used in buildings for wind insulation and light transmission. It is a mixture, and in the glass production process, it needs to be cut according to different needs. After cutting, the cut glass needs to be classified and sorted according to its specifications. After the glass of different specifications is separated and sorted, the next process begins. The existing operation method involves operators measuring and transferring the glass, which is not only inefficient and labor-intensive for the operators, but also poses a risk of scratching each other due to the overlapping of glass of different specifications. In addition, manual transfer also poses safety hazards.

[0003] Therefore, those skilled in the art are dedicated to providing an automatic glass sheet sorting and buffering system for glass production that can effectively solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned deficiencies of the prior art, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide an automatic glass sheet sorting and buffering system for glass production that can effectively solve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an automatic glass sorting and buffering system for glass production, comprising a transfer and sorting unit, a transfer unit, a transmission unit, an infrared dimension measurement unit, and a glass storage unit;

[0006] The transfer and sorting unit includes a base frame, on which several separation structures are provided. The separation structures are used to separate and store glass of different specifications.

[0007] The transfer unit is used to transfer the glass in the transfer and sorting unit to the transmission unit. The transfer unit is located between the transmission unit and the transfer and sorting unit. The rear end of the transmission unit is provided with a glass storage unit that works in conjunction with the transmission unit. The transfer unit is provided with an infrared dimension measuring unit, which is used to measure the dimensions of the glass located on the transfer unit.

[0008] Preferably, the separation structure includes two support plates mounted on the base frame, each support plate having a top plate at its upper end, and the inner sides of each top plate being spaced apart to form a first channel.

[0009] Each of the support plates has a number of rotatable guide rods on its inner side. The upper end of each guide rod is rotatably connected to each of the top plates, and the lower end of each guide rod is rotatably connected to the base frame. A second channel is formed between the guide rods on each of the support plates to cooperate with the first channel.

[0010] The separation structure also includes several support rods, each of which is located between the support plates. The two ends of each support rod are located in the lower half of the support plate and are rotatably connected to each support plate.

[0011] Preferably, a guide seat is provided above each of the top plates. The two ends of the guide seat are respectively connected to the upper end of each of the top plates through each of the support columns. A guide groove is provided through the guide seat along the length direction. A plurality of rotating rods are provided in the guide groove to cooperate with each of the support rods. Each rotating rod is rotatably located in the guide groove, and its lower half extends out of the guide groove.

[0012] Preferably, the outer surface of each guide rod, support rod, and rotating rod is provided with an anti-scratch rubber layer.

[0013] Preferably, the system also includes a pushing unit used in conjunction with the transfer and sorting unit. The pushing unit includes a pushing cylinder, and the output end of the pushing cylinder is provided with a push seat that can move between the two support plates of the separate structure.

[0014] Preferably, there are several transmission units, each transmission unit has a glass storage unit at its outer end, each glass storage unit has a display screen, each transmission unit has a counter, and each display screen is used to display the number and size of the glass transmitted by the corresponding transmission unit.

[0015] Preferably, the transfer unit includes two parallel guide rails, each guide rail being slidably connected to the lower end of the transfer plate, the guide rails being connected by two connecting plates, the connecting plates being connected by two guide rods, and a screw being provided between each guide rod. The two ends of the screw are respectively rotatably connected to each connecting plate, and at least one end is tractably passed through the connecting plate and connected to the output shaft of the first motor. The first motor is connected to the connecting plate through a first motor mounting base.

[0016] A rotating plate is provided at the upper end of the transfer plate. One side of the rotating plate is rotatably connected to the transfer plate and is driven by a second motor provided on the transfer plate. The other side of the rotating plate is supported by two buffer seats.

[0017] A conveyor belt is provided on the rotating plate, and several limiting plates are provided above the rotating plate, with both ends of each limiting plate connected to the rotating plate.

[0018] Preferably, the rotating plate is provided with a plurality of mounting slots, each mounting slot is provided with a plurality of pulleys, each pulley is connected by a respective conveyor belt, and the pulleys in the mounting slots are driven by a power source.

[0019] Preferably, the transmission unit includes a transmission frame with a plurality of transmission rods, one end of each transmission rod being provided with a chain disk, the chain disks being connected by chains, and at least one chain disk being driven by a third motor.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this invention are: it effectively improves efficiency, reduces the labor intensity of operators, avoids the risk of scratches caused by overlapping glass of different sizes, and improves safety. It also offers advantages such as ease of operation, long service life, and low manufacturing cost. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer and sorting order.

[0023] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the separated structure.

[0025] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point B in the middle.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point C in Figure 4.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the transfer unit.

[0028] Figure 8 This is another specific structural diagram of the transfer unit.

[0029] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the structure before the installation of components such as the conveyor belt.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a structural diagram of the push unit. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0032] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0033] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "setting," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 10 As shown, an automatic glass sheet sorting and buffering system for glass production includes a transfer and sorting unit 1, a transfer unit 2, a transmission unit 3, an infrared size measurement unit, and a glass storage unit 5.

[0035] The transfer and sorting unit 1 includes a base frame 6, on which a plurality of separation structures 7 are provided. The separation structures 7 are used to separate and store glass of different specifications.

[0036] The transfer unit 2 is used to transfer the glass in the transfer and sorting unit 1 to the transmission unit 3. The transfer unit 2 is located between the transmission unit 3 and the transfer and sorting unit 1. The rear end of the transmission unit 3 is provided with a glass storage unit 5 that works in conjunction with the transmission unit 3. The transfer unit 2 is provided with an infrared size measurement unit, which is used to measure the size of the glass located on the transfer unit 2.

[0037] The separation structure 7 includes two support plates 8 mounted on the base frame 6. Each support plate 8 has a top plate 9 at its upper end, and the inner sides of each top plate 9 are spaced apart to form a first channel 10.

[0038] Each of the support plates 8 has a plurality of rotatable guide rods 11 on its inner side. The upper end of each guide rod 11 is rotatably connected to each of the top plates 9, and the lower end of each guide rod 11 is rotatably connected to the base frame 6. A second channel 12 is formed between the guide rods 11 on each of the support plates 8 to cooperate with the first channel.

[0039] The separation structure 7 also includes a plurality of support rods 13, each of which is located between the support plates 8. The two ends of each support rod 13 are located in the lower half of the support plate 8 and are rotatably connected to each support plate 8.

[0040] A guide seat 15 is provided above each of the top plates 9. The two ends of the guide seat 15 are respectively connected to the upper end of each of the top plates 9 through each of the support columns 16. A guide groove 17 is provided through the guide seat 15 along the length direction of the guide seat 15. A plurality of rotating rods 18 are provided in the guide groove 17 to cooperate with each of the support rods 13. Each rotating rod 18 is rotatably located in the guide groove 17, and its lower half extends out of the guide groove 17.

[0041] To prevent scratches on the glass, the outer surfaces of each of the guide rods 11, support rods 13 and rotating rods 18 are provided with an anti-scratch rubber layer.

[0042] It also includes a push unit 19 used in conjunction with the transfer and sorting unit 1. The push unit 19 includes a push cylinder 20. The output end of the push cylinder 20 is provided with a push seat 21 that can move between the two support plates 8 of the separation structure 7.

[0043] The number of transmission units 3 is several. Each transmission unit 3 has a glass storage unit 5 at its outer end. Each glass storage unit 5 has a display screen. Each transmission unit 3 has a counter. Each display screen is used to display the number and size of the glass transmitted by the corresponding transmission unit 3.

[0044] The transfer unit 2 includes two parallel guide rails 22, each of which is slidably connected to the lower end of the transfer plate 23. The guide rails 22 are connected by two connecting plates 26, and the connecting plates 26 are connected by two guide rods 11. A screw 27 is provided between each guide rod 11. The two ends of the screw 27 are rotatably connected to each connecting plate 26, and at least one end is tractably connected through the connecting plate 26 and connected to the output shaft of the first motor 28. The first motor 28 is connected to the connecting plate 26 through a first motor mounting base 29. The distance between the two connecting plates 26, including the length of the screw, increases according to the number of transfer units 3.

[0045] The upper end of the transfer plate 23 is provided with a rotating plate 30. One side of the rotating plate 30 is rotatably connected to the transfer plate 23 and is driven by a second motor 31 provided on the transfer plate 23. The other side of the rotating plate 30 is supported by two buffer seats 32.

[0046] A conveyor belt 33 is provided on the rotating plate 30, and a plurality of limiting plates 35 are provided above the rotating plate 30, with both ends of each limiting plate 35 connected to the rotating plate 30.

[0047] The rotating plate 30 is provided with a plurality of mounting slots 36, and each mounting slot 36 is provided with a plurality of pulleys 37. Each pulley 37 is connected to a respective conveyor belt 33, and the pulleys 37 in the mounting slots 36 are driven by a power source. The transmission unit 3 includes a transmission frame 38, and the transmission frame 38 is provided with a plurality of transmission rods 39. One end of each transmission rod 39 is provided with a chain disc, and the chain discs are connected by chains. At least one chain disc is driven by a third motor.

[0048] In use, the glass in the transfer and sorting unit 1 is pushed forward by the pushing unit 19, while the first motor 28 drives the transfer plate 23 to slide along the length of the guide rail 22 until the glass exit position of the transfer unit 2 and the transfer and sorting unit 1 are aligned. Then, the second motor 31 rotates the rotating plate 30 so that it is parallel to the support plate 8, so as to cooperate with the transfer and sorting unit 1. After the glass is on the transfer unit 2, the second motor reverses the rotating plate 30 to return it to its original position. The glass is transferred to the glass storage unit 5 in sequence through the transfer unit 2 and the transmission unit 3. The infrared size measuring unit on the transfer unit 2 measures the size of the transferred glass. The number of transmission units 3 is set according to actual needs. Each transmission unit 3 transmits a different glass size. After the size is measured by the infrared size measuring unit, the glass is moved to the corresponding transmission unit 3 through the transfer unit 2. Glasses that do not meet the size requirements are classified in sequence.

[0049] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can make numerous modifications and variations based on the concept of the present invention without creative effort. Therefore, all technical solutions that can be obtained by those skilled in the art based on the concept of the present invention through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation on the basis of existing technology should be within the scope of protection defined by the claims.

Claims

1. An automatic glass sheet handling and buffering system for glass production, characterized in that: It includes a transfer and sorting unit (1), a transfer unit (2), a transmission unit (3), an infrared size measurement unit, and a glass storage unit (5); The transfer and sorting unit (1) includes a base frame (6), on which a plurality of separation structures (7) are provided. The separation structures (7) are used to separate and store glass of different specifications. The transfer unit (2) is used to transfer the glass in the transfer and sorting unit (1) to the transmission unit (3). The transfer unit (2) is located between the transmission unit (3) and the transfer and sorting unit (1). The rear end of the transmission unit (3) is provided with a glass storage unit (5) that works in conjunction with the transmission unit (3). The transfer unit (2) is provided with an infrared size measuring unit, which is used to measure the size of the glass located on the transfer unit (2). It also includes a push unit (19) used in conjunction with the transfer and sorting unit (1), the push unit (19) including a push cylinder (20), the output end of the push cylinder (20) being provided with a push seat (21) movable between the two support plates (8) of the separation structure (7); the number of the transmission units (3) is several, each of the transmission units (3) is provided with a glass storage unit (5) at its outer end, each of the glass storage units (5) is provided with a display screen, each of the transmission units (3) is provided with a counter, and each of the display screens is used to display the number and size of the glass transmitted by the corresponding transmission unit (3); the transfer unit ( 2) Includes two parallel guide rails (22), each guide rail (22) is slidably connected to the lower end of the transfer plate (23), each guide rail (22) is connected to each other by two connecting plates (26), each connecting plate (26) is connected to each other by two guide rods (11), each guide rod (11) is provided with a screw (27), both ends of the screw (27) are rotatably connected to each connecting plate (26), and at least one end can be driven through the connecting plate (26) and connected to the output shaft of the first motor (28), the first motor (28) is connected to the connecting plate (26) through the first motor mounting seat (29); The upper end of the transfer plate (23) is provided with a rotating plate (30). One side of the rotating plate (30) is rotatably connected to the transfer plate (23) and driven by a second motor (31) provided on the transfer plate (23). The other side of the rotating plate (30) is supported by two buffer seats (32). A conveyor belt (33) is provided on the rotating plate (30), and several limiting plates (35) are provided above the rotating plate (30). The two ends of each limiting plate (35) are respectively connected to the rotating plate (30).

2. The automatic glass sheet handling and buffering system for glass production as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The separation structure (7) includes two support plates (8) set on the base frame (6), and each support plate (8) has a top plate (9) at its upper end. The inner side of each top plate (9) is spaced apart to form a first channel (10). Each of the support plates (8) has a number of rotatable guide rods (11) on its inner side. The upper end of each guide rod (11) is rotatably connected to each of the top plates (9), and the lower end of each guide rod (11) is rotatably connected to the base frame (6). A second channel (12) is formed between the guide rods (11) on each of the support plates (8) to cooperate with the first channel. The separation structure (7) also includes several support rods (13), each support rod (13) is located between each support plate (8), and both ends of each support rod (13) are located in the lower half of the support plate (8) and are rotatably connected to each support plate (8).

3. The automatic glass sheet handling and buffering system for glass production as described in claim 2, characterized in that: A guide seat (15) is provided above each of the top plates (9). The two ends of the guide seat (15) are connected to the upper end of each of the top plates (9) through each of the support columns (16). A guide groove (17) is provided through the guide seat (15) along the length direction of the guide seat (15). A number of rotating rods (18) are provided in the guide groove (17) to cooperate with each of the support rods (13). Each rotating rod (18) is rotatably located in the guide groove (17), and its lower half extends out of the guide groove (17).

4. The automatic glass sheet handling and buffering system for glass production as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The outer surfaces of each of the guide rods (11), support rods (13) and rotating rods (18) are provided with anti-scratch rubber layers.

5. The automatic glass sheet handling and buffering system for glass production as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The rotating plate (30) is provided with a number of mounting slots (36), and each mounting slot (36) is provided with a number of pulleys (37). Each pulley (37) is connected by a transmission belt (33), and the pulleys (37) in the mounting slot (36) are driven by a power source.

6. The automatic glass sheet handling and buffering system for glass production as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The transmission unit (3) includes a transmission frame (38), on which a plurality of transmission rods (39) are provided. One end of each transmission rod (39) is provided with a chain disk, and each chain disk is connected by a chain. At least one chain disk is driven by a third motor.

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