Labeling device for electronic equipment

Abstract

This disclosure provides a labeling device for electronic devices, comprising: a printing mechanism for printing labels and outputting the printed labels after separating them from release paper; a label receiving mechanism for receiving the labels after separation from the release paper; a conveying mechanism for conveying electronic devices to be labeled; and a labeling head assembly for transferring the labels from the label receiving mechanism to the corresponding positions on the electronic devices.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of electronic equipment testing, and in particular to an electronic equipment labeling device. Background Technology

[0002] Before products are boxed, packaged, and shipped, labels need to be affixed. Currently, most production workshops use manual peeling of labels from release paper before aligning and applying the labels. This method relies heavily on the employees' skill level in this process, and manual labeling may result in some deviations in placement. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This disclosure provides a labeling device for electronic devices to at least solve the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] According to a first aspect of this disclosure, an electronic device labeling apparatus is provided, comprising:

[0005] The printing mechanism is used to print labels and then separate the printed labels from the release paper before outputting them.

[0006] A label receiving mechanism, used to receive the label after it has separated from the release paper;

[0007] A conveying mechanism used to transport electronic devices to be labeled;

[0008] A labeling head assembly is used to transfer the label from the label receiving mechanism to the corresponding position on the electronic device.

[0009] In one embodiment, the printing mechanism prints at least two labels, each label having a one-to-one corresponding position on the electronic device.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the labeling head assembly includes:

[0011] An adsorption head, used to transfer the tag to a corresponding position on the electronic device;

[0012] An image sensor is used to determine the position of the tag, and the position on the electronic device corresponding to the tag.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the conveying mechanism includes:

[0014] A conveyor table for carrying and transporting the electronic equipment;

[0015] A fixing mechanism, which is connected to the conveyor platform, is used to fix the electronic device located at the target position onto the conveyor platform.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the conveyor table includes:

[0017] A conveyor frame, wherein the fixing mechanism is connected to the conveyor frame;

[0018] Multiple conveyor rollers are mounted on the conveyor frame;

[0019] A conveyor belt is mounted on the conveyor rollers and moves under the drive of the conveyor rollers;

[0020] A drive motor is connected to one of the conveyor rollers.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the conveying mechanism further includes:

[0022] A positioning sensor is used to send a first signal when the electronic device reaches the target position, so as to stop the conveyor and cause the fixing mechanism to fix the electronic device to the conveyor.

[0023] In one embodiment, there are two transmission mechanisms, each used to transmit the electronic device.

[0024] In one embodiment, a recycling bin is provided below the label outlet of the printing mechanism, the recycling bin being used to collect release paper that separates from the label.

[0025] In the electronic device labeling device disclosed herein, a printing mechanism prints labels and outputs the printed labels after separating them from the release paper. A label receiving mechanism receives the labels after they have been separated from the release paper. A conveying mechanism can convey the electronic device to be labeled. A labeling head assembly transfers the labels on the label receiving mechanism to the corresponding positions on the electronic device. The labeling device of this embodiment can achieve automatic labeling and save labor.

[0026] It should be understood that the description in this section is not intended to identify key or essential features of the embodiments of this disclosure, nor is it intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Other features of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The above and other objects, features, and advantages of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Several embodiments of this disclosure are illustrated in the drawings by way of example and not limitation, in which:

[0028] In the accompanying drawings, the same or corresponding reference numerals indicate the same or corresponding parts.

[0029] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the electronic device labeling apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0030] Figure 2a , Figure 2b and Figure 2c The following are schematic diagrams illustrating the structure of the label receiving mechanism of the electronic device labeling apparatus according to embodiments of the present disclosure;

[0031] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the labeling head assembly of the electronic device labeling apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 3 ;

[0032] Figure 4 This diagram illustrates the distribution of labels printed by the printing mechanism of the electronic device labeling apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 1 ;

[0033] Figure 5 A second schematic diagram shows the distribution of labels printed by the printing mechanism of the electronic device labeling apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] Explanation of the numbers in the diagram: 1-Printing mechanism; 2-Label receiving mechanism; 21-First support platform; 22-Second support platform; 23-Third support platform; 24-Longitudinal movement cylinder; 25-Transverse movement cylinder; 3-Transfer mechanism; 31-Conveying platform; 32-Fixing mechanism; 33-Positioning sensor; 4-Labeling head assembly; 41-Adsorption head; 42-Image sensor; 43-Displacement mechanism; 5-Electronic equipment; 6-Frame; 100-First label; 200-Second label; 300-Third label. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this disclosure more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this disclosure, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this disclosure without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0036] This disclosure provides an electronic device labeling apparatus, which can be used for labeling electronic devices such as laptops. See [link to previous section]. Figure 1 The labeling device of this embodiment includes a printing mechanism 1, a label receiving mechanism 2, a conveying mechanism 3, and a labeling head assembly 4. The printing mechanism 1 is used to print labels and output the printed labels after separating them from the release paper. The label receiving mechanism 2 is used to receive the labels after separating them from the release paper. The conveying mechanism 3 is used to convey the electronic device 5 to be labeled. The labeling head assembly 4 is used to transfer the labels on the label receiving mechanism 2 to the corresponding positions on the electronic device 5.

[0037] In the labeling device for electronic devices disclosed herein, the printing mechanism 1 directly prints the label corresponding to the electronic device 5 and outputs the printed label after separating it from the release paper. The label receiving mechanism 2 receives the label after it has been separated from the release paper. The conveying mechanism 3 can convey the electronic device 5 to be labeled. The labeling head assembly 4 transfers the label on the label receiving mechanism 2 to the corresponding position on the electronic device 5. The labeling device of this embodiment can achieve automatic labeling and save labor.

[0038] The electronic labeling device disclosed herein includes a frame 6, which provides an assembly base for the labeling device. The printing mechanism 1, the label receiving mechanism 2, the conveying mechanism 3, and the labeling head assembly 4 are all mounted on the frame 6.

[0039] In one embodiment, the label receiving mechanism 2 is movable relative to the printing mechanism 1 to receive different labels at different positions. An electronic device 5 may require two or more labels. Labels printed by the printing mechanism 1 may fall onto the label receiving mechanism 2, potentially causing label stacking. In this embodiment, the label receiving mechanism 2 is movable relative to the printing mechanism 1, allowing different labels to be received at different positions, effectively improving the label stacking problem. The movement of the label receiving mechanism 2 includes linear and rotational motion. The label receiving mechanism 2 can move only linearly or rotate, or it can move both linearly and rotate. The linear motion of the label receiving mechanism 2 includes at least horizontal movement, and may also include vertical movement.

[0040] In one embodiment, the label receiving mechanism 2 includes a support platform that can rotate and / or move horizontally, thereby moving different positions of the support platform to the label outlet of the printing mechanism 1, so that the labels output by the printing mechanism 1 fall to different positions of the support platform, thus avoiding label stacking.

[0041] The horizontal movement of the carrier platform can be a reciprocating movement in one direction or a reciprocating movement in two mutually perpendicular directions. The direction of horizontal movement of the carrier platform can include the direction consistent with the direction of transporting the electronic device 5 to be labeled, and the direction perpendicular to the direction of transporting the electronic device 5 to be labeled.

[0042] Taking an electronic device 5 that requires three labels as an example, the printing mechanism 1 outputs the first label 100, which falls on the first position of the carrier platform. The carrier platform moves horizontally a certain distance, and the printing mechanism 1 outputs the second label 200, which falls on the second position of the carrier platform. The carrier platform continues to move horizontally a certain distance, and the printing mechanism 1 outputs the third label 300, which falls on the third position of the carrier platform. The first, second, and third positions do not overlap.

[0043] The support platform can also rotate to accommodate different labels at different positions. The printing mechanism 1 outputs the first label 100, which falls on the first position of the support platform. The support platform rotates horizontally by a certain angle, and the printing mechanism 1 outputs the second label 200, which falls on the second position of the support platform. The support platform continues to rotate horizontally by a certain angle, and the printing mechanism 1 outputs the third label 300, which falls on the third position of the support platform. The first, second, and third positions do not overlap.

[0044] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the movement of the carrier platform can also be reduced by arranging the multiple labels printed by the printing mechanism 1. For example, the multiple labels are at least partially arranged horizontally, and the horizontally arranged labels are output side by side to the carrier platform, avoiding the stacking phenomenon that occurs with vertically arranged labels.

[0045] In this embodiment of the disclosure, there may be one or more carrier platforms. Multiple carrier platforms can be moved horizontally and / or vertically to allow different carrier platforms to receive different labels. For ease of illustration, different carrier platforms can be distinguished by terms such as "first" and "second".

[0046] See Figure 2a , Figure 2b and Figure 2c In one embodiment, the label receiving mechanism 2 includes a first support platform 21 and a second support platform 22. The first support platform 21 is movable along a first direction between a first position and a second position. At the first position, the first support platform 21 receives the first label 100 output by the printing mechanism 1. The second support platform 22 is movable along a second direction between a first position and a third position. The second support platform 22 is used to receive the second label 200 output by the printing mechanism 1 at the first position. One of the first and second directions is horizontal, and the other is vertical. The first support platform 21 and the second support platform 22 alternately move to the first position to receive the labels, which can prevent the printing mechanism 1 from outputting labels multiple times from the corresponding first position, thus avoiding stacking. For example, if the first label 100 and the second label 200 printed by the printing mechanism 1 are arranged vertically, and the two labels are output sequentially from the same position and fall onto the fixed label receiving mechanism 2, stacking will occur. This embodiment of the present disclosure avoids the above-mentioned stacking phenomenon by having the first support platform 21 and the second support platform 22 alternately move to the first position to receive the labels.

[0047] The order in which the first carrier platform 21 and the second carrier platform 22 receive the labels is not limited.

[0048] In an exemplary embodiment, after the first carrier platform 21 receives the first label 100 at the first position, it moves to the second position to avoid the first position. The second carrier platform 22 moves to the first position to receive the second label 200. After the labeling is completed, the second carrier platform 22 moves to the third position, and the first carrier platform 21 moves to the first position to perform labeling on the next electronic device 5.

[0049] In another exemplary embodiment, after the second carrier platform 22 receives the second label 200 at the first position, it moves to the third position to avoid the first position. The first carrier platform 21 moves to the first position to receive the first label 100. After the labeling is completed, the first carrier platform 21 moves to the second position, and the second carrier platform 22 moves to the first position to perform the labeling of the next electronic device 5.

[0050] In one embodiment, the first carrier platform 21 and the second carrier platform 22, which receives the label first, move in a horizontal direction, while the other moves in a vertical direction. See the exemplary embodiment below. Figure 2a The first support platform 21 is located in the first position, and the second support platform 22 is located in the third position. The first support platform 21 receives the first label 100 in the first position. See also Figure 2b After the first bearing platform 21 receives the first label 100 at the first position, it moves horizontally to the second position to avoid the first position. See also Figure 2c The second support platform 22 moves vertically upward to the first position to receive the second label 200. After labeling is completed, the second support platform 22 moves vertically downward to the third position, and the first support platform 21 moves horizontally to the first position to perform labeling on the next electronic device 5.

[0051] See Figures 2a to 2c In one embodiment, the label receiving mechanism 2 further includes a third support platform 23, which receives the third label 300 output by the printing mechanism 1. The third support platform 23 can be fixed or movable. The third support platform 23 is arranged side-by-side with the first position. The printing mechanism 1 outputs the first label 100 and the second label 200 at the same position. The position where the third label 300 is output is arranged side-by-side with the positions where the first label 100 and the second label 200 are output, and corresponds to the third support platform 23 and the first position, respectively. The third label 300 output by the printing mechanism 1 falls on the third support platform 23, while the first label 100 and the second label 200 output by the printer fall on the first support platform 21 and the second support platform 22 located at the first position, respectively. The layout of the first label 100, the second label 200, and the third label 300 printed by the printing mechanism 1 is as follows: Figure 5As shown, the third label 300 is a large label, while the first label 100 and the second label 200 are small, elongated labels. The first label 100 and the second label 200 are arranged vertically and horizontally with the third label 300, which makes full use of the printing paper.

[0052] In one embodiment, the printing mechanism 1 prints at least two labels, each label having a one-to-one corresponding position on the electronic device 5. When the electronic device 5 requires two labels, the first label 100 and the second label 200 printed by the printing mechanism 1 can be printed as follows: Figure 4 As shown, arranged longitudinally, the first support platform 21 and the second support platform 22 respectively receive the first label 100 and the second label 200 at the first position. When the electronic device 5 requires three labels, the first label 100, the second label 200, and the third label 300 printed by the printing mechanism 1 can be printed as follows: Figure 5 As shown, the first label 100 and the second label 200 are arranged vertically and horizontally with the third label 300. The third support platform 23 receives the third label 300, and the first support platform 21 and the second support platform 22 respectively receive the first label 100 and the second label 200 at a first position. The order in which the printing mechanism 1 outputs multiple labels is not specifically limited. In an exemplary embodiment, the printing mechanism 1 may output the third label 300, the first label 100, and the second label 200 sequentially.

[0053] In this embodiment, the printing mechanism 1 can print at least two labels and then sequentially output them to the label receiving mechanism 2. Alternatively, the printing mechanism 1 can print and output at least two labels one at a time. In an exemplary embodiment, the printing mechanism 1 can print the labels required by an electronic device 5 in sequence. Figure 4 or Figure 5 The layout shown is printed, and the third label 300, the first label 100 and the second label 200 are output in sequence. The output third label 300, the first label 100 and the second label 200 fall on the third carrier platform 23, the first carrier platform 21 and the second carrier platform 22 respectively. The labeling head assembly 4 transfers each label to the corresponding position on the electronic device 5.

[0054] In this embodiment, the movement of the receiving mechanism 2 can be achieved through a drive mechanism, which includes an electric drive mechanism, a pneumatic drive mechanism, and a hydraulic drive mechanism. Specifically, the drive mechanism may include a motor, a cylinder, or a hydraulic cylinder. The motor, cylinder, or hydraulic cylinder drives the support platform to move.

[0055] The drive mechanism may include a transverse cylinder 25 and a longitudinal cylinder 24. The transverse cylinder 25 is connected to the first support platform 21 and is used to drive the first support platform 21 to move horizontally between a first position and a second position. The longitudinal cylinder 24 is connected to the second support platform 22 and is used to drive the second support platform 22 to move vertically between a first position and a third position.

[0056] See Figure 3 In one embodiment, the labeling head assembly 4 includes an adsorption head 41 and an image sensor 42. The adsorption head 41 is used to transfer the label to the corresponding position on the electronic device 5; the image sensor 42 is used to determine the position of the label and the position on the electronic device 5 corresponding to the label. The labeling device of this embodiment determines the position of the label through a sensor, so that the adsorption head 41 adsorbs the label on the carrier platform and transfers it to the corresponding position on the electronic device 5. The adsorption head 41 can sequentially adsorb the first label 100, the second label 200, and the third label 300 and attach them to the corresponding positions on the electronic device 5. The image sensor 42 can be a CCD (charge-coupled device) image sensor.

[0057] In one embodiment, the labeling head assembly 4 further includes a displacement mechanism 43, which drives the adsorption head 41 and image sensor 42 to move, adsorbing the label and attaching it to the corresponding position of the electronic device 5. The displacement mechanism 43 can be a robotic arm, with the adsorption head 41 and image sensor 42 mounted on it. Specifically, the displacement mechanism 43 can be a four-axis robotic arm.

[0058] See Figure 1 In one embodiment, the conveying mechanism 3 includes a conveying platform 31 and a fixing mechanism 32. The conveying platform 31 is used to carry and transport the electronic device 5; the fixing mechanism 32 is connected to the conveying platform 31 and is used to fix the electronic device 5 located at the target position onto the conveying platform 31. The conveying platform 31 can convey the electronic device 5 from the first end to the second end. When the electronic device 5 is conveyed to the target position, the fixing mechanism 32 fixes the electronic device 5 for labeling. After labeling is completed, the conveying platform 31 can continue to convey the labeled electronic device 5 to the second end for the next process such as boxing.

[0059] In one embodiment, the conveyor platform 31 includes a conveyor frame, conveyor rollers, a conveyor belt, and a drive motor. A fixing mechanism 32 is connected to the conveyor frame. Multiple conveyor rollers are mounted on the conveyor frame. The conveyor belt is mounted on the conveyor rollers and moves under their influence. The drive motor is connected to one of the conveyor rollers. The drive motor can be connected to one of the conveyor rollers located at both ends of the conveyor belt. The drive motor drives the conveyor roller to rotate, thereby driving the conveyor belt to move. The electronic device 5, placed on the conveyor belt, moves from the first end to the second end along with the conveyor belt.

[0060] The fixing mechanism 32 can be a telescopic mechanism, which fixes or releases the electronic device 5 by extending or retracting. Specifically, the fixing mechanism 32 can be a telescopic cylinder. The cylinder body of the telescopic cylinder is fixed to the conveyor frame, and the fixing or release of the electronic device 5 is achieved by the extension and retraction of the piston.

[0061] In one possible implementation, see Figure 1 The conveying mechanism 3 also includes a positioning sensor 33. The positioning sensor 33 sends a first signal when the electronic device 5 reaches the target position, causing the conveyor 31 to stop and the fixing mechanism 32 to fix the electronic device 5 onto the conveyor 31. When the electronic device 5 reaches the target position, it can be sensed by the positioning sensor 33. The positioning sensor 33, sensing the electronic device 5, sends a first signal to stop the conveyor 31 and causes the fixing mechanism 32 to perform a fixing operation, securing the electronic device 5 onto the conveyor 31 for labeling. The positioning sensor 33 can be a photoelectric sensor.

[0062] In one embodiment, the number of conveying mechanisms 3 is two or more, with at least two conveying mechanisms 3 used to convey electronic devices 5 respectively. The alternating conveying of electronic devices 5 by two or more conveying mechanisms 3 can improve labeling efficiency.

[0063] In one embodiment, there are two or more printing mechanisms 1 and label receiving mechanisms 2, with each printing mechanism 1 corresponding to one label receiving mechanism 2. The label receiving mechanism 2 is used to receive the labels output by the corresponding printing mechanism 1. Having at least two printing mechanisms 1 print labels can improve labeling efficiency. The number of printing mechanisms 1, label receiving mechanisms 2, and conveying mechanisms 3 can be the same, with each printing mechanism 1 corresponding to one label receiving mechanism 2 and one conveying mechanism 3.

[0064] In one embodiment, a recycling bin is provided below the label outlet of the printing mechanism 1, which is used to collect the release paper that separates from the label.

[0065] The labeling process of the device according to an embodiment of this disclosure will be described below, taking the affixing of three labels to electronic device 5 as an example.

[0066] The electronic device 5 is placed at the first end of the conveying mechanism 3. The conveying mechanism 3 moves the electronic device 5 from the first end to the second end. The positioning sensor 33 senses the electronic device 5 and sends a first signal to instruct the conveying mechanism 3 to stop conveying the laptop. The positioning mechanism uses a telescopic cylinder to fix the electronic device 5 and make the electronic device 5 neatly arranged so that the labeling operation can be carried out.

[0067] Printing mechanism 1 prints three labels sequentially onto the label paper. The distribution of the three labels is shown in the image. Figure 4 The printing mechanism 1 prints a third label 300, peels it off the release paper, and outputs it onto the third carrier platform 23. The printing mechanism 1 also prints a first label 100, peels it off the release paper, and outputs it onto the first carrier platform 21, which is positioned at the first location. A horizontal cylinder 25 moves the first carrier platform 21 horizontally from the first location to the second location, which is closer to the conveyor mechanism 3. A vertical cylinder 24 moves the second carrier platform 22 vertically from the third location to the first location. Simultaneously, the printing mechanism 1 prints a second label 200, peels it off the release paper, and outputs it. The second carrier platform 22, located at the first location, receives the second label 200 output by the printing mechanism 1.

[0068] The four-axis robotic arm drives the adsorption head 41 and image sensor 42 to perform label adsorption. The image sensor 42 detects the position of the label, the adsorption head 41 picks up each label in turn and moves it above the electronic device 5, the image sensor 42 detects the labeling position so that the adsorption head 41 is aligned with the labeling position, and the four-axis robotic arm moves downward to complete the labeling operation.

[0069] After all tags are affixed, the positioning mechanism releases the electronic device 5 from its fixation, and the conveying mechanism 3 continues to convey the electronic device 5, outputting it from the second end.

[0070] It should be understood that the various forms of processes shown above can be used to rearrange, add, or delete steps. For example, the steps described in this disclosure can be executed in parallel, sequentially, or in different orders, as long as the desired result of the technical solution disclosed in this disclosure can be achieved, and this is not limited herein.

[0071] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this disclosure, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0072] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this disclosure, but the scope of protection of this disclosure is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this disclosure should be included within the scope of protection of this disclosure. Therefore, the scope of protection of this disclosure should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A labeling device for electronic devices, characterized in that, include: The printing mechanism is used to print labels and then separate the printed labels from the release paper before outputting them. A label receiving mechanism, used to receive the label after it has separated from the release paper; A conveying mechanism used to transport electronic devices to be labeled; A labeling head assembly, used to transfer the label on the label receiving mechanism to the corresponding position on the electronic device; The bidding receiving organization includes: The first support platform is movable along a first direction between a first position and a second position, and the first support platform is used to receive the first label output by the printing mechanism at the first position; The second support platform is movable between the first position and the third position along the second direction, and the second support platform is used to receive the second label output by the printing mechanism at the first position; Wherein, one of the first direction and the second direction is a horizontal direction, and the other is a vertical direction; The first and second carrier platforms can alternately move to the first position to receive the labels, so as to avoid the stacking of labels caused by the printing mechanism outputting labels multiple times from the first position.

2. The electronic device labeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The printing mechanism prints at least two labels, each label having a one-to-one corresponding position on the electronic device.

3. The electronic device labeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The labeling head assembly includes: An adsorption head, used to transfer the tag to a corresponding position on the electronic device; An image sensor is used to determine the position of the tag, and the position on the electronic device corresponding to the tag.

4. The electronic device labeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transmission mechanism includes: A conveyor table for carrying and transporting the electronic equipment; A fixing mechanism, which is connected to the conveyor platform, is used to fix the electronic device located at the target position onto the conveyor platform.

5. The electronic device labeling device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The conveyor table includes: A conveyor frame, wherein the fixing mechanism is connected to the conveyor frame; Multiple conveyor rollers are mounted on the conveyor frame; A conveyor belt is mounted on the conveyor rollers and moves under the drive of the conveyor rollers; A drive motor is connected to one of the conveyor rollers.

6. The electronic device labeling device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The transmission mechanism also includes: A positioning sensor is used to send a first signal when the electronic device reaches the target position, so as to stop the conveyor and cause the fixing mechanism to fix the electronic device to the conveyor.

7. The electronic device labeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are two transmission mechanisms, which are used to transmit the electronic equipment respectively.

8. The electronic device labeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A recycling bin is provided below the label outlet of the printing mechanism, which is used to collect the release paper that separates from the label.

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