A drag chain for an automatic stacker-reclaimer and a guide groove thereof

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of logistics, in particular to a tow chain for an automatic stacker-reclaimer and a guide groove thereof. The guide groove assembly comprises a first fixed frame, a limiting guide frame, a second fixed frame, a reinforced connecting piece, a stable frame, a moving frame, a movable frame and a connecting piece. Two groups of the first fixed frames are arranged, the limiting guide frames are symmetrically arranged at the inner ends of the first fixed frames, the second fixed frame is fixed at the other end of the limiting guide frame, the tow chain can be protected under the cooperation of the limiting guide frame and the stable frame, the tow chain cannot shake when moving up, down, left and right at high speed, the tow chain is prevented from being broken, the service life of the tow chain is effectively prolonged, the benefits brought by the tow chain are maximized, the first fixed frame and the limiting guide frame are prevented from being loosened under the impact of the tow chain, the stability of the limiting guide frame is enhanced, the stability of the tow chain is enhanced, and the continuous use of the tow chain is facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of logistics technology, specifically to a cable chain and its guide groove for an automatic stacker-reclaimer. Background Technology

[0002] Logistics, as part of supply chain activities, is the planning, implementation, and control of the efficient and low-cost flow and storage of goods, services, and related information from production to consumption to meet customer needs. Centered on warehousing, logistics aims to meet customer needs at the lowest possible cost by planning, implementing, and managing the movement of raw materials, semi-finished products, finished products, and related information from the point of origin to the point of consumption through transportation, storage, and distribution. Logistics comprises the transportation, distribution, warehousing, packaging, handling, processing, and related logistics information. (Further reference...) Figure 6 ,in Figure 6 Figure B shows that when the cable chain is subjected to high-intensity operation, the cable chain is prone to wear and tear, and the service life of the cable chain is reduced.

[0003] Currently, the operating speed and frequency of automated stacker-reclaimers in logistics and warehousing equipment are increasing, and the vertical installation height of cable chains is also increasing. Therefore, a special guide groove is needed to protect the cable chains, preventing them from swaying and breaking during high-speed vertical and horizontal movement, and extending their lifespan. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cable chain and its guide groove for an automatic stacker-reclaimer, so as to solve the problems mentioned above.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a cable chain and its guide groove for an automatic stacker-reclaimer, wherein the cable chain is located inside a guide groove assembly, the guide groove assembly includes a first fixed frame, a limiting guide frame, a second fixed frame, a reinforcing connector, a stabilizing frame, a movable frame, a removable frame, and a connector. The first fixed frame is arranged in two groups, wherein the limiting guide frame is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the inner end of the first fixed frame, the second fixed frame is fixed to the other end of the limiting guide frame, wherein the reinforcing connector is fixed to one end of the second fixed frame, the stabilizing frame is fixed to one end of the reinforcing connector by screws, the movable frame is symmetrically fixed on both sides of one end of the second fixed frame, wherein the removable frame is movably connected to one end of the two movable frames, and the connector is sleeved on one end of the two first fixed frames.

[0006] Preferably, the first fixed frame and the second fixed frame are arranged in a U-shape, the limiting guide frame is arranged in an L-shape, and the moving frame is arranged in the same shape as the limiting guide frame.

[0007] Preferably, the first fixed frame has symmetrical through-grooves extending through at both the upper and lower ends, wherein an axial locking post is placed on one side of the inner end of the axial locking post, and the axial locking post and the first fixed frame are integrally formed, wherein through-holes are uniformly formed through the first fixed frame.

[0008] Preferably, the limiting guide frame is provided with welding-connected positioning guide posts at both ends, the positioning guide posts are arranged through the connecting parts, one positioning guide post is arranged through the through hole, the other positioning guide post is arranged through the distance-increasing slide groove, one positioning guide post is arranged through the directional locking post, and an integrally formed support rod is provided on the outer side of one end of the positioning guide post, wherein an integrally formed reinforcing ring is provided on the upper end of the support rod.

[0009] Preferably, the upper end of the positioning guide post is uniformly provided with welded deformable elastic rods, wherein the upper end of the deformable elastic rod is provided with an integrally formed misaligned support rod, the cross-sectional shape of the misaligned support rod is triangular, and one side of the lower end of the misaligned support rod is provided with an integrally formed anti-detachment protrusion, the anti-detachment protrusion is arranged in a V-shape.

[0010] Preferably, the connector is provided with a welded threaded outer cylinder, wherein the outer end of the threaded outer cylinder is screwed to a sleeve, and the inner end of the sleeve is provided with an integrally formed guide post, wherein one end of the guide post is located inside the reinforcing ring, and the guide post and the reinforcing ring are connected by a screw thread, wherein the lower end of the guide post is provided with an integrally formed pressing block, and the pressing block is located between multiple sets of staggered support rods.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0012] 1. Through the configuration of this invention, and in conjunction with Figure 6 As shown in Figure A, the combined effect of the limiting guide frame and the stabilizing frame protects the cable chain, preventing it from wobbling during high-speed up-down and left-right movements, thus preventing breakage and effectively increasing the cable chain's lifespan, maximizing the benefits brought by the cable chain.

[0013] 2. By configuring the present invention, a reinforced and stable connection can be made between the first fixed frame and the limiting guide frame, preventing the first fixed frame and the limiting guide frame from loosening under the impact of the cable chain. In turn, the stability of the limiting guide frame will enhance the stability of the cable chain, which is beneficial to the continuous use of the cable chain. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the first fixed frame of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a half-section perspective view of the first fixed frame of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the limiting guide frame of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 5 For the present invention Figure 3 Enlarged diagram of point A in the diagram;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram comparing the cooperation between the cable chain and the guide groove of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the appendix of this invention.

[0021] In the figure: First fixed frame 1, spacing groove 101, lateral locking post 102, insertion hole 103, limiting guide frame 11, positioning guide post 1101, support rod 1102, reinforcing ring 1103, deformable elastic rod 1104, misaligned support rod 1105, anti-detachment protrusion 1106, second fixed frame 12, reinforced connector 13, stable frame 14, moving frame 15, movable frame 16, connector 17, threaded outer cylinder 1701, sleeve cylinder 1702, guide post 1703, lower pressure block 1704. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The features and exemplary embodiments of various aspects of the present invention will now be described in detail. Numerous specific details are set forth in the following detailed description to provide a thorough understanding of the invention. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the invention may be practiced without requiring some of these specific details. The following description of embodiments is merely intended to provide a better understanding of the invention by illustrating examples of the invention. The invention is by no means limited to any specific configurations and algorithms presented below, but covers any modifications, substitutions, and improvements to elements, components, and algorithms without departing from the spirit of the invention. Well-known structures and techniques are not shown in the drawings and the following description in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the invention.

[0023] Please see Figures 1 to 7The present invention provides a technical solution: including a guide groove assembly with anti-shaking function, the drag chain is located inside the guide groove assembly, the guide groove assembly includes a first fixed frame 1, a limiting guide frame 11, a second fixed frame 12, a reinforcing connector 13, a stabilizing frame 14, a moving frame 15, a movable frame 16 and a connector 17. The first fixed frame 1 is arranged in two groups, wherein the limiting guide frame 11 is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the inner end of the first fixed frame 1, the second fixed frame 12 is fixed to the other end of the limiting guide frame 11, wherein the reinforcing connector 13 is fixed to one end of the second fixed frame 12, the stabilizing frame 14 is fixed to one end of the reinforcing connector 13 by screws, the moving frame 15 is symmetrically fixed on both sides of one end of the second fixed frame 12, wherein the movable frame 16 is movably connected to one end of the two moving frames 15, and the connector 17 is sleeved on one end of the two first fixed frames 1.

[0024] The reinforced connector 13 can bear a weight of 500 kg, ensuring the stability of the entire structure and supporting the operation of a cable chain up to 50 meters long. The extended moving frame 15 can keep the cable chain stable during movement in both vertical and horizontal directions. The limiting guide frame is designed with four-sided corner iron, which reduces weight while ensuring the stability of the entire structure and plays a good role in limiting and guiding the operation of the cable chain. The sturdy frame 14 has a stable structure and a reinforced side plate design to support smooth cable transition. The high-strength support design of the movable frame 16 ensures that it maintains high precision during high-speed movement.

[0025] The first fixed frame 1 and the second fixed frame 12 are arranged in a U-shape, the limiting guide frame 11 is arranged in an L-shape, and the moving frame 15 is arranged in the same shape as the limiting guide frame 11.

[0026] The first fixed frame 1 has symmetrically through-cut extension grooves 101 at both the top and bottom ends. An axial locking post 102 is placed on one side of the inner end of the extension groove 101. The axial locking post 102 and the first fixed frame 1 are integrally formed. The first fixed frame 1 has uniformly through-cut insertion holes 103.

[0027] Positioning guide posts 1101 are welded to both ends of the limiting guide frame 11. The positioning guide posts 1101 are arranged through the connector 17. One positioning guide post 1101 is arranged through the insertion hole 103, and the other positioning guide post 1101 is arranged through the distance increasing slide groove 101. One positioning guide post 1101 is arranged through the directional locking post 102. An integrally formed support rod 1102 is provided on the outer side of one end of the positioning guide post 1101. An integrally formed reinforcing ring 1103 is provided on the upper end of the support rod 1102.

[0028] The two positioning guide posts 1101 on the limiting guide frame 11 are arranged at a 90-degree angle to each other, making the limiting guide frame 11 more stable during the fixing process. The directional locking post 102 passes through one positioning guide post 1101 to achieve the purpose of fixing one of the positioning guide posts 1101. After one positioning guide post 1101 passes through the distance increasing slide groove 101, the other positioning guide post 1101 is inserted into the inside of the insertion hole 103, and finally the connector 17 is inserted into the positioning guide post 1101.

[0029] The maximum diameter of the reinforcing ring 1103 is the same as the diameter of the positioning guide post 1101, so that the reinforcing ring 1103 can pass through the connector 17 and the insertion hole 103.

[0030] The upper end of the positioning guide post 1101 is uniformly provided with welded and connected deformable elastic rods 1104, wherein the upper end of the deformable elastic rod 1104 is provided with an integrally formed misaligned support rod 1105, the cross-sectional shape of the misaligned support rod 1105 is triangular, and the lower end of the misaligned support rod 1105 is provided with an integrally formed anti-detachment protrusion 1106, the anti-detachment protrusion 1106 is arranged in a V-shape.

[0031] A threaded outer cylinder 1701 with welded connection is arranged on the connector 17, wherein the outer end of the threaded outer cylinder 1701 is threadedly connected to the sleeve 1702, and an integrally formed guide post 1703 is provided on the middle side of the inner end of the sleeve 1702, wherein one end of the guide post 1703 is located inside the reinforcing ring 1103, and the guide post 1703 and the reinforcing ring 1103 are connected by a screw connection, wherein an integrally formed lower pressure block 1704 is provided at the lower end of the guide post 1703, and the lower pressure block 1704 is located between multiple sets of staggered support rods 1105.

[0032] When the sleeve 1702 is connected to the threaded outer cylinder 1701, the pressing block 1704 passes through the reinforcing ring 1103. The pressing block 1704 further expands multiple misaligned support rods 1105 at the same time. At this time, the deformable spring rod 1104 will deform, causing the misaligned support rods 1105 to expand outward. At this time, the anti-detachment protrusion 1106 will be supported by the outside of the connector 17, and the diameter between the anti-detachment protrusions 1106 will be larger than that of the positioning guide post 1101, so as to fix the position of the positioning guide post 1101. Furthermore, during the rotation of the sleeve 1702, the guide post 1703 and the reinforcing ring 1103 will be screwed together, so that the position of the positioning guide post 1101 will be further stabilized, thus achieving the purpose of a stable connection between the first fixed frame 1 and the connector 17.

[0033] refer to Figure 6 Comparing Figures A and B, it can be seen that when the cable chain is operating under heavy load, Figure A provides better protection for the cable chain, preventing it from shaking or breaking.

[0034] refer to Figure 7 The figure shows a protrusion 2, which serves to limit and reinforce the position.

[0035] Different technical features appearing in different embodiments can be combined to achieve beneficial effects. Those skilled in the art, based on a study of the drawings, specification, and claims, should be able to understand and implement other variations of the disclosed embodiments. In the claims, the term "comprising" does not exclude other means or steps; the indefinite article "a" does not exclude a plurality; the terms "first" and "second" are used to identify names rather than to indicate any particular order. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of protection. The functionality of multiple parts appearing in the claims can be implemented by a single hardware or software module. The appearance of certain technical features in different dependent claims does not mean that these technical features cannot be combined to achieve beneficial effects.

Claims

1. A guide groove of a tow chain for an automatic stacker-reclaimer, comprising a guide groove assembly with anti-sway function and a tow chain, characterized in that: The drag chain is located inside the guide groove assembly, the guide groove assembly comprises first fixed frame (1), limit guide frame (11), second fixed frame (12), reinforced connector (13), stable frame (14), moving frame (15), movable frame (16) and connector (17), the number of groups of first fixed frame (1) is two, wherein limit guide frame (11) is symmetrically arranged at the inner end of first fixed frame (1) on both sides, second fixed frame (12) is fixed at the other end of limit guide frame (11), wherein reinforced connector (13) is fixed at one end of second fixed frame (12), stable frame (14) is fixed at one end of reinforced connector (13) by screw, moving frame (15) is symmetrically fixed at one end of second fixed frame (12) on both sides, wherein movable frame (16) is movably connected at one end of two moving frames (15), connector (17) is sleeved at one end of two first fixed frames (1); The first fixed frame (1) is symmetrically provided with distance increasing sliding groove (101) at the upper and lower ends, wherein the inner end of distance increasing sliding groove (101) is provided with along clamping column (102), the along clamping column (102) and the first fixed frame (1) are integrally formed, wherein the first fixed frame (1) is uniformly provided with through hole (103); The limit guide frame (11) is provided with welded connecting positioning guide column (1101) at both ends, the positioning guide column (1101) penetrates the connector (17), one of the positioning guide columns (1101) penetrates the through hole (103), and the other positioning guide column (1101) penetrates the distance increasing sliding groove (101) and is penetrated by the along clamping column (102), the outer side of the upper end of the positioning guide column (1101) is provided with integrally formed supporting rod (1102), and the upper end of the supporting rod (1102) is provided with integrally formed reinforcing ring (1103); The upper end of the positioning guide column (1101) is uniformly provided with welded connecting deformed elastic rod (1104), the upper end of the deformed elastic rod (1104) is provided with integrally formed staggered supporting rod (1105), the cross section shape of the staggered supporting rod (1105) is triangular, one side of the lower end of the staggered supporting rod (1105) is provided with integrally formed anti-disengagement convex block (1106), and the anti-disengagement convex block (1106) is arranged in V shape; The connector (17) is provided with welded connecting threaded outer cylinder (1701), the threaded outer cylinder (1701) is connected with sleeve cylinder (1702) through screwing, the inner end of the sleeve cylinder (1702) is provided with integrally formed guide column (1703), one end of the guide column (1703) is located in the inside of the reinforcing ring (1103), the guide column (1703) and the reinforcing ring (1103) are connected through screwing, and the lower end of the guide column (1703) is provided with integrally formed pressing block (1704), the pressing block (1704) is located between the multiple staggered supporting rods (1105) and can separate the multiple staggered supporting rods (1105).

2. The guide slot of the tow chain for the automatic stacker-reclaimer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shape of the first fixed frame (1) and the second fixed frame (12) is U-shaped, the shape of the limiting guide frame (11) is L-shaped, and the shape of the moving frame (15) is the same as that of the limiting guide frame (11).

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