A gluing station

By designing a coating platform with rotating bearings and an inclined working plate, the problems of poor coating quality and increased time in the coating process of automotive parts were solved, and the continuity and efficiency of coating were improved.

CN117019541BActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01TIANJIN FAW TOYOTA MOTOR CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
TIANJIN FAW TOYOTA MOTOR CO LTD
Filing Date
2023-09-18
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of automobile part processing, and discloses a gluing station. The gluing station comprises a rack, the rack is placed on the ground, a fixing table is arranged on the rack, a rotating bearing is arranged on the fixing table, a rotating sleeve is connected to the inner side of the rotating bearing, a workbench is arranged on the rotating sleeve, a fixing assembly is arranged on the workbench, a coated workpiece is detachably connected to the fixing assembly, the rotating sleeve drives the coated workpiece to rotate, the included angle between the fixing table and the ground is an acute angle, and the workbench is parallel to the fixing table. The gluing quality is poor under the prior art condition, the operator needs to change positions frequently, and the gluing operation time is increased.
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A glue-coating platform Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automotive parts processing technology, and in particular to an adhesive application platform. Background Technology

[0002] When welding automotive stamping parts, adhesive needs to be applied to certain parts to ensure a certain level of strength and sealing. Before welding the shock absorber reinforcement plate of the wheel arch inner panel, adhesive needs to be applied to its edges. However, because its shape is irregular and has multiple large-angle flanges and discontinuous flanges in the circumferential direction, the operator needs to constantly change the standing position to ensure that the adhesive in the glue gun can be applied to all target positions in the circumference of the workpiece.

[0003] Under current technology, the inner panel of the wheel cover is fixed on a fixed platform, and a person manually applies glue by holding a glue gun and following the glue application trajectory. During the glue application process, the operator needs to interrupt the glue application, change the standing position, and then apply glue again. However, given that the inner panel of the wheel cover has an irregular shape with multiple large-angle flanges and discontinuous flanges, the glue application quality will be reduced, requiring multiple position changes and increasing the glue application time. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an adhesive application platform that solves the problems of poor adhesive application quality and the need for operators to constantly change positions, which increases the adhesive application time under the existing technology.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: The present invention provides an adhesive application platform, including a frame, which is placed on the ground. A fixed platform is provided on the frame, and a rotary bearing is installed on the fixed platform. A rotating sleeve is connected to the inner side of the rotary bearing. A working plate is installed on the rotating sleeve, and a fixing component is provided on the working plate. A workpiece to be coated is detachably connected to the fixing component. The rotating sleeve drives the workpiece to be coated to rotate. The angle between the fixed platform and the ground is an acute angle, and the working plate is parallel to the fixed platform.

[0006] Preferably, the platform includes a first support column, a second support column, and a chassis. The first support column is longer than the second support column. The first and second support columns are mounted on the chassis. The fixed platform is mounted on the upper side of the first and second support columns. The second support column is closer to the worker.

[0007] Preferably, the chassis includes four sets of support legs, each support leg having a stud screwed to its bottom. The axis of the stud is perpendicular to the ground, and the lower side of the stud abuts against the ground.

[0008] Preferably, a stabilizing plate is provided on the lower side of the stud, the stabilizing plate is in contact with the ground, and a first through hole is formed on the stabilizing plate, through which a fixing screw passes and is fixed to the ground or machine platform.

[0009] Preferably, a first limiting block and a second limiting block are respectively installed at both ends of a set of sides on the working plate, and a first limiting seat and a second limiting seat are installed at both ends of a set of sides on the fixed platform.

[0010] When the working plate is in the initial rotation position, the first limiting block abuts against the first limiting seat, and the second limiting block separates from the second limiting seat. When the working plate completes rotation, the second limiting block abuts against the second limiting seat, and the first limiting block separates from the first limiting seat.

[0011] Preferably, the fixing component includes a limiting post, the front end of which forms a limiting end, which is inserted into the positioning hole of the workpiece to be coated.

[0012] Preferably, the limiting post is fixed on the first support beam, the first support beam is installed on the working plate, and connecting plates are respectively installed on both sides of the first support beam. The limiting post is installed on the connecting plate, and at least two sets of second through holes are formed on the connecting plate. The second through holes are distributed on the connecting plate perpendicular to the working plate. A third through hole is formed on the limiting post, and the first bolt passes through the second through hole and the third through hole and is screwed into the nut.

[0013] Preferably, the fixing assembly further includes a support column, which is L-shaped and includes a support portion and an abutment portion. The support column comprises two sets and is distributed on both sides of the first support beam. The abutment portion abuts against the lower side of the workpiece to be coated. Along the length direction of the support portion, at least two sets of fourth through holes are formed on the support portion. The working plate is provided with screw holes, and the second bolt passes through the fourth through holes and is screwed into the screw holes.

[0014] Preferably, the work plate is also equipped with a ring-shaped handrail via a connector, and the workpiece to be coated is disposed inside the ring-shaped handrail.

[0015] Preferably, an auxiliary plate is also installed on the working plate, and a guide beam is installed on the upper side of the auxiliary plate. The guide beam has the same shape as the outer edge of the workpiece to be coated, and a glue gun is attached to the guide beam. The glue gun is operated by the operator to apply the glue to the workpiece to be coated.

[0016] Beneficial effects: By manually rotating the worktable, the workpiece on it is rotated. Simultaneously, because the fixed platform is tilted relative to the ground, the workpiece also tilts and rotates with the worktable. The operator holds a glue gun in their other hand, applying glue to designated areas of the workpiece as the worktable rotates. The rotation of the workpiece replaces the need for the operator to change positions while holding the glue gun, allowing the operator to maintain a fixed posture. For large-angle flips, simply rotating the worktable is sufficient to continue applying glue. The glue applied to the workpiece is more continuous, without any breaks, resulting in a stronger, more consistent application. Since the operator remains stationary, the work time is reduced. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 is a main body diagram of the stand of the present invention (without the work board);

[0018] Figure 2 is a main body diagram of the stand of the present invention (with working board);

[0019] Figure 3 is a main diagram of the fixing component of the present invention.

[0020] In the diagram: 1-Frame; 11-First support column; 12-Second support column; 13-Chassis; 131-Stud; 132-Stabilizing plate; 2-Fixing platform; 21-First limiting seat; 22-Second limiting seat; 3-Rotary bearing; 4-Working plate; 41-First limiting block; 42-Second limiting block; 5-Fixing component; 51-Limiting column; 511-Limiting end; 52-First support beam; 53-Connecting plate; 531-Second through hole; 54-Supporting column; 541-Supporting part; 542-Abutting part; 543-Fourth through hole; 6-Ring handrail; 7-Connector; 8-Guide beam; 9-Auxiliary plate; 10-Second bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, and not all of the structures.

[0022] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0023] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0024] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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 present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used only for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0025] In the current technology, the workpiece to be coated is usually fixed on the machine, and the operator applies glue to the workpiece with a glue gun. Due to the structural design of the workpiece, it is approximately circular, and there are flanges on the circumference of the workpiece. Therefore, the operator needs to change his standing position to apply glue to the entire circumference of the workpiece. However, the glue application needs to be stopped before the operator changes position, which causes the glue that needs to be applied continuously to have joints. This affects the sealing of the workpiece when it is finally installed on the vehicle. At the same time, the workpiece coating time is also increased, reducing production efficiency.

[0026] To solve the above problems, as shown in Figures 1 to 3, the present invention provides an adhesive application platform, including a frame 1, which is placed on the ground. A fixed platform 2 is provided on the frame 1, and a rotary bearing 3 is installed on the fixed platform 2. A rotating sleeve is connected to the inner side of the rotary bearing 3. A working plate 4 is installed on the rotating sleeve, and a fixing component 5 is provided on the working plate 4. The workpiece to be coated is detachably connected to the fixing component 5. The rotating sleeve drives the workpiece to be coated to rotate. The angle between the fixed platform 2 and the ground is an acute angle.

[0027] Firstly, because the workpiece has an irregular shape and many sets of large-angle flanges and discontinuous flanges are designed in its circumferential direction, the workpiece is mounted on the inclined working plate 4. This tilts the upper side of the workpiece closer to the operator's working side, allowing the operator to observe more of the workpiece structure from above. This facilitates timely adjustment of the angle or height of the glue gun, ensuring that the glue in the gun is accurately applied to the target position on the workpiece. The operator holds the glue gun in one hand and rotates the working plate 4 with the other. As the working plate 4 rotates, the glue is applied to the target position. The rotation of the workpiece replaces the operator's movement, improving work efficiency. While the working plate 4 rotates, the glue gun can continuously apply glue without interruption, resulting in stronger glue continuity and higher consistency in the amount of glue applied to the workpiece.

[0028] The platform 1 includes a first support column 11, a second support column 12 and a chassis 13. The first support column 11 is longer than the second support column 12. The first support column 11 and the second support column 12 are mounted on the chassis 13. A fixed platform 2 is installed on the upper side of the first support column 11 and the second support column 12. The second support column 12 is closer to the worker.

[0029] The above installation method can tilt the working plate 4 on the fixed platform 2, thereby tilting the workpiece towards the operator's side. The operator holding the glue gun can observe more of the workpiece structure and make timely adjustments.

[0030] The chassis 13 includes four sets of support legs, with studs 131 screwed to the bottom of each support leg. The axis of the studs 131 is perpendicular to the ground, and the lower side of the studs 131 abuts against the ground.

[0031] By adjusting the four sets of studs 131, the chassis 13 can be kept in contact with the ground, keeping the base plate stable. At the same time, if necessary, the studs 131 on one side can be adjusted simultaneously to tilt the base plate, so that operators can apply glue to workpieces of different shapes. The angle of the workpiece can also be changed, making it easier for operators to apply glue to workpieces with different structures.

[0032] A stabilizing plate 132 is provided on the lower side of the stud 131. The stabilizing plate 132 is in contact with the ground. A first through hole is formed on the stabilizing plate 132. The fixing screw passes through the first through hole and is fixed to the ground or machine platform.

[0033] The stabilizing plate 132 is sleeved on the outside of the protrusion formed on the lower side of the stud 131. A circular cavity is formed in the middle of the stabilizing plate 132. The circular cavity is sleeved on the outside of the protrusion, so that the stabilizing plate 132 can rotate freely around the protrusion. When the ground or machine platform under the chassis 13 is not flat, the chassis 13 can be stabilized by changing the angle of the stabilizing plate 132 to fit with the ground or machine platform. This ensures that the chassis 13 will not shake when the working plate 4 drives the workpiece to be coated to rotate.

[0034] The first limiting block 41 and the second limiting block 42 are respectively installed on the two ends of a set of sides of the working plate 4, and the first limiting seat 21 and the second limiting seat 22 are installed on the two ends of the sides of the fixed platform 2.

[0035] When the working plate 4 is in the initial rotation position, the first limiting block 41 abuts against the first limiting seat 21, and the second limiting block 42 separates from the second limiting seat 22. When the working plate 4 has finished rotating, the second limiting block 42 abuts against the second limiting seat 22, and the first limiting block 41 separates from the first limiting seat 21.

[0036] After the workpiece to be coated is fixed onto the fixing assembly 5 on the working plate 4, the working plate 4 is square. A first limiting block 41 and a second limiting block 42 are provided on one side of the working plate 4 and are respectively installed at the corners of the working plate 4. Simultaneously, a first limiting seat 21 and a second limiting seat 22 are installed on the lower side of the working plate 4, with the second limiting seat 22 and the second limiting block 42 installed diagonally. When the working plate 4 is in its initial position and the workpiece to be coated is not yet coated, the first limiting block 41 abuts against the first limiting seat 21. When the working plate 4 is in its initial position and the workpiece is not coated with adhesive, the first limiting block 41 abuts against the first limiting seat 21. When plate 4 rotates, the first limiting block 41 and the first limiting seat 21 separate. When the rotation of plate 4 ends, the second limiting block 42 abuts against the second limiting seat 22, causing plate 4 to stop rotating. At this time, the gluing process is completed. There is no need for the operator to manually stop plate 4. Plate 4 can be stopped by limiting it with the second limiting seat 22. Then, plate 4 is rotated in the opposite direction, and the first limiting block 41 abuts against the first limiting seat 21 again, restoring plate 4 to its initial position, ready to install the workpiece to be sprayed with glue.

[0037] The fixing component 5 includes a limiting post 51, and a limiting end 511 is formed at the front end of the limiting post 51. The limiting end 511 is inserted into the positioning hole of the workpiece to be coated. The limiting end 511 of the present invention is provided in two sets, so that the workpiece to be coated is more stable during installation.

[0038] By using a plug-in method, the positioning holes on the workpiece can be directly utilized without the need for re-drilling. During installation, the workpiece can be fixed simply by connecting the two halves, and it remains stable when the working plate 4 rotates. After the glue is applied, the workpiece can be removed by simply lifting it upwards, which is more convenient and improves the glue application efficiency.

[0039] The limiting post 51 is fixed on the first support beam 52, which is installed on the working plate 4. Connecting plates 53 are installed on both sides of the first support beam 52. The limiting post 51 is installed on the connecting plate 53. At least one set of second through holes 531 is formed on the connecting plate 53. The second through holes 531 are distributed on the connecting plate 53 perpendicular to the working plate 4. A third through hole is formed on the limiting post 51. The first bolt passes through the second through hole 531 and the third through hole and is screwed into the nut.

[0040] Since multiple sets of second through holes 531 are provided and are equally spaced in the vertical direction of the connecting plate 53, when it is necessary to adapt to workpieces of different shapes, the height of the limiting post 51 can be changed by cooperating with the third through hole and different second through holes 531, thereby allowing workpieces of different sizes to be installed, making the adhesive application platform of the present invention more versatile.

[0041] The fixing component 5 also includes a support column 54, which is L-shaped and includes a support portion 541 and an abutment portion 542. The support column 54 includes two sets, which are distributed on both sides of the first support beam 52. The abutment portion 542 abuts against the lower side of the workpiece to be coated. At least one set of fourth through holes 543 is formed on the support portion 541 along the length direction of the support portion 541. The working plate 4 is provided with screw holes, and the second bolt 10 passes through the fourth through hole 543 and is screwed into the screw hole.

[0042] In order to ensure that the workpiece to be coated can be stably supported, abutment part 542 is provided on the support column 54. There are two sets of abutment parts 542, and the two sets of abutment parts 542 and the limiting column 51 are distributed in a triangle. This can achieve stable support for the workpiece to be coated and prevent the workpiece to be coated from shaking when the working plate 4 rotates.

[0043] Multiple sets of fourth through holes 543 are provided on the support part 541. The fourth through holes 543 are evenly distributed on the support part 541 along the length direction of the support part 541. By adjusting the different fourth through holes 543 and screw holes, the position of the abutment part 542 can be changed. The abutment part 542 can abut against workpieces of different shapes, making the adhesive application platform of the present invention more adaptable.

[0044] A ring-shaped handrail 6 is also installed on the working plate 4 via a connector 7. The workpiece to be coated is placed inside the ring-shaped handrail 6. The ring-shaped handrail 6 is convenient for the operator to hold. Rotating the working plate 4 causes the workpiece to be coated to rotate. At the same time, the fixing component 5 is also installed inside the ring-shaped handrail 6, which is convenient for the operator to hold the ring-shaped handrail 6.

[0045] An auxiliary plate 9 is also installed on the working plate 4. A guide beam 8 is installed on the upper side of the auxiliary plate 9. The guide beam 8 has the same shape as the outer edge of the workpiece to be coated. A glue gun is attached to the guide beam 8. The operator operates the glue gun to apply the glue to the workpiece to be coated.

[0046] The guide beam 8 is detachably connected to the auxiliary plate 9. When facing workpieces with different outer edge shapes, guide beams 8 of different shapes can be replaced. The head of the glue gun can be attached to the guide beam 8. The guide beam 8 rotates with the working plate 4. The glue gun is held by the operator, and its head is also adjusted along the guide beam 8 to maintain a fixed distance or angle with the outer edge of the workpiece, so as to make the glue applied to the workpiece more consistent.

[0047] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art will be able to make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A glue-coating platform, characterized in that, The system includes a frame (1) placed on the ground. A fixed platform (2) is provided on the frame (1). A rotary bearing (3) is installed on the fixed platform (2). A rotating sleeve is connected to the inner side of the rotary bearing (3). A working plate (4) is installed on the rotating sleeve. A fixing component (5) is provided on the working plate (4). A workpiece to be coated is detachably connected to the fixing component (5). The rotating sleeve drives the workpiece to be coated to rotate. The angle between the fixed platform (2) and the ground is an acute angle. The working plate (4) is parallel to the fixed platform (2). The frame (1) includes a first support column (1). 1) A second support column (12) and a chassis (13), wherein the length of the first support column (11) is greater than that of the second support column (12), the first support column (11) and the second support column (12) are mounted on the chassis (13), and the fixing platform (2) is mounted on the upper side of the first support column (11) and the second support column (12), with the second support column (12) closer to the worker; the fixing component (5) includes a limiting post (51), the front end of the limiting post (51) forming a limiting end (511), the limiting end (511) being inserted into the positioning hole of the workpiece to be coated; the limiting post (51) The first support beam (52) is fixed on the first support beam (52), which is mounted on the working plate (4). Connecting plates (53) are respectively installed on both sides of the first support beam (52). The limiting post (51) is installed on the connecting plate (53). At least two sets of second through holes (531) are formed on the connecting plate (53). The second through holes (531) are distributed on the connecting plate (53) perpendicular to the working plate (4). The limiting post (51) has a third through hole. The first bolt passes through the second through hole (531) and the third through hole and is screwed into the nut. The fixing component (5) The system also includes support columns (54), which are L-shaped. The support columns (54) include a support part (541) and an abutment part (542). The support columns (54) include two sets. The support columns (54) are distributed on both sides of the first support beam (52). The abutment part (542) abuts against the lower side of the workpiece to be coated. Along the length direction of the support part (541), at least two sets of fourth through holes (543) are formed on the support part (541). The working plate (4) is provided with screw holes. The second bolt (10) passes through the fourth through hole (543) and is screwed into the screw hole.

2. The adhesive application platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chassis (13) includes four sets of support legs, with studs (131) screwed to the bottom of each support leg. The axis of the studs (131) is perpendicular to the ground, and the lower side of the studs (131) abuts against the ground.

3. The adhesive application platform according to claim 2, characterized in that, A stabilizing plate (132) is provided on the lower side of the stud (131). The stabilizing plate (132) is in contact with the ground. A first through hole is formed on the stabilizing plate (132). A fixing screw passes through the first through hole and is fixed to the ground or machine platform.

4. The adhesive application platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first limiting block (41) and the second limiting block (42) are respectively installed at both ends of a set of sides on the working plate (4), and the first limiting seat (21) and the second limiting seat (22) are installed at both ends of a set of sides on the fixed platform (2). When the working plate (4) is in the initial rotation position, the first limiting block (41) abuts against the first limiting seat (21), and the second limiting block (42) separates from the second limiting seat (22). When the working plate (4) completes rotation, the second limiting block (42) abuts against the second limiting seat (22), and the first limiting block (41) separates from the first limiting seat (21).

5. The adhesive application platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, A ring-shaped handrail (6) is also installed on the working plate (4) via a connector (7), and the workpiece to be coated is located inside the ring-shaped handrail (6).

6. The adhesive application platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, An auxiliary plate (9) is also installed on the working plate (4). A guide beam (8) is installed on the upper side of the auxiliary plate (9). The guide beam (8) has the same shape as the outer edge of the workpiece to be coated. A glue gun is attached to the guide beam (8). The glue gun is operated by the operator to apply the glue to the workpiece to be coated.

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