A hardcover book block conveying line system and method of operation thereof

The automated equipment of the rigid carton conveyor system has enabled the automation of carton de-gluing, depalletizing, film removal, and storage, solving the problem of low efficiency of manual operation, improving production efficiency, and reducing labor costs.

CN118124926BActive Publication Date: 2026-05-08CHINA TOBACCO HUNAN IND CORP +1
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CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHINA TOBACCO HUNAN IND CORP
Filing Date
2023-10-19
Publication Date
2026-05-08

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Technical Problem

In the current rigid carton packaging process, manual unpacking, film removal, and handling are inefficient, wasting manpower and resources, and affecting the production efficiency and economic benefits of cigarette factories.

Method used

Design a rigid carton conveyor system, including a carton opener, a transfer and pusher, a bag collector, a carton storage unit, and a diversion unit. The system uses automated equipment to remove glue, depalletize, remove film, and store the cartons, and uses a controller to coordinate the actions of each component.

Benefits of technology

It increases the level of automation in the production site, reduces labor input, lowers the labor intensity of operators, improves work efficiency, and reduces labor costs.

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Abstract

The application discloses a hard carton conveying line system and an operating method thereof. The hard carton conveying line system comprises a carton opening machine component for the glue removing and carton pushing process of a hard carton paper box, a transfer and carton pushing component which is connected with the outlet end of the carton opening machine component and is used for the unstacking and foam board removing of the hard carton sent by the carton opening machine component, a bag removing and collecting machine which is connected with the single-row hard carton pushed out by the transfer and carton pushing component and is used for the removing and recycling of the packaging bag wrapped outside the hard carton, a carton storage component connected with the bag removing and collecting machine, and a shunt component connected with the outlet end of the carton storage component. The system improves the automation degree of the production site, effectively improves the work efficiency, reduces the labor input and reduces the labor intensity of the operators.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automated production line equipment, specifically to a rigid strip box conveyor system and its operation method. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, rigid cigarette cartons used in the market cannot be packaged into cartons using packaging machines. Most are sourced externally. When manufacturers ship, the rigid cartons are packed and shipped to the cigarette factory. Upon arrival, manual unpacking is required to remove the cartons and transport them to designated workstations. This process involves manually cutting open the cardboard boxes to remove the cartons and foam boards, removing the film from the cartons, and recycling the foam boards. This manual operation is inefficient and wastes significant manpower and resources.

[0003] The economic benefits of a cigarette factory depend on its output, making production efficiency crucial. Manual unpacking, dewrapping, and handling are low-skilled, time-consuming, and labor-intensive. The market demands a rigid carton conveyor system to replace these manual processes, improving production efficiency. The saved manpower and resources can then be allocated to other areas, such as training staff for more technically demanding tasks, reducing personnel turnover, increasing automation, and creating a more standardized and efficient work environment. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention provides a rigid strip box conveyor system and its operation method.

[0005] The technical solution of the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: A rigid strip box conveyor system, comprising:

[0006] Carton opening machine components are used for de-glueing and pushing out rigid carton boxes;

[0007] The transfer and push box component connects to the outlet end of the case opener component and is used to destacking the rigid boxes sent out by the case opener component and removing the foam board.

[0008] The bag removal and collection machine is connected to a single row of rigid strip boxes pushed out by the transfer and box pushing component, and is used to remove and recycle each packaging bag covering the rigid strip box;

[0009] The strip storage device is connected to the bag-removing and collecting machine, and the supply status of rigid strip boxes of the upstream and downstream machines is adjusted through the strip storage device.

[0010] The diversion component connects to the outlet end of the storage unit and is used for multi-station distribution and storage of rigid carton.

[0011] And controllers for controlling the corresponding actions of the carton opener, the transfer and pusher, the bag collector, the strip storage unit, and the diversion unit.

[0012] Furthermore, the case opener components include a case opener main support, a case opener electrical cabinet located below the case opener main support, a conveying roller located inside the case opener main support for conveying rigid boxes, and an upper flip-top case opener station, a lower flip-top case opener station, and an ejection station located inside the case opener main support and arranged sequentially along the moving direction of the rigid boxes.

[0013] The top-opening box opening station is equipped with a horizontal de-adhesive knife and a top-opening de-adhesive knife to de-adhere the tape on the horizontal part of the rigid strip box and the tape on the top-opening box.

[0014] The bottom flap unpacking station is equipped with a bottom flap de-adhesive knife to remove the adhesive tape from the bottom flap.

[0015] The ejection station is equipped with a side-flipping support rod insertion cylinder, a stacking cylinder, and a box-clamping pressing cylinder. By operating the side-flipping support rod insertion cylinder, all the flipping plates are opened. After all the flipping plates are opened, the stacking cylinder and the box-clamping pressing cylinder work together to eject the rigid strip box inside the carton from the carton.

[0016] Furthermore, the transfer and push box component includes a transfer bracket and a horizontal drive assembly, a transfer assembly, a foam ejection assembly, a tray assembly, a pusher assembly, a push box assembly, and a pneumatic assembly mounted on the transfer bracket;

[0017] The horizontal drive assembly is used to drive the palletizing assembly to move. The palletizing assembly is used to support the rigid carton and drive it to move. The foam ejection assembly is used to eject the foam board in the rigid carton stack. The carton support assembly is used to lift the rigid carton to different heights. The pusher assembly is used to push the stack where the rigid carton is located. The pusher assembly is used to push some of the rigid carton away from the stack.

[0018] The horizontal drive assembly is connected to the palletizing assembly, the foam ejection assembly is located on the side of the palletizing assembly, the tray assembly is located at the end point of the palletizing assembly and the two are connected, and the palletizing push assembly and the tray push assembly are both located on the upper part of the tray assembly.

[0019] Furthermore, the palletizing assembly includes a slider plate, a timing belt pull seat, and a cable chain; a pad, a fixed side guard plate, and a movable side guard plate are provided above the slider plate. The rigid carton stack is placed on the pad plate, and the fixed side guard plate and the movable side guard plate limit the stacking of the rigid carton. A cylinder seat is provided on the outer side of the movable side guard plate, and a three-axis cylinder is installed through the cylinder seat; a second slider is fixed below the slider plate, and the second slider is slidably mounted on a second slide rail. Second limit seats are provided at both ends of the second slide rail; at the same time, a timing belt pull seat, a cable chain, and a second base plate are provided below the slider plate. A pull seat mounting plate is connected to the bottom of the timing belt pull seat, and the cable chain is connected to the second base plate through the cable chain mounting plate.

[0020] Furthermore, the stacking assembly includes a stacking cylinder positioning plate, a stacking plate mounting base, and a stacking plate. The stacking cylinder positioning plate has a strip groove in the middle, and a stacking cylinder is mounted on the side of the strip groove via a support. A fifth exhaust throttle valve is provided on the stacking cylinder. Fifth buffer seats are provided at both ends of the strip groove, and a fifth hydraulic buffer is connected to the fifth buffer seat. A fifth proximity sensor is provided on the side of the stacking cylinder positioning plate. The stacking plate mounting base is located below the stacking cylinder positioning plate and has a stacking slider and a fifth collision block on it. The stacking plate is connected to the stacking plate mounting base via a connecting rod. The stacking slider slides in cooperation with the stacking slide rail on the lower surface of the stacking cylinder positioning plate. The stacking cylinder is connected to the stacking plate mounting base via a transmission plate.

[0021] Furthermore, the bag-removing collection machine includes a support assembly, a translation adjustment assembly, and a suction assembly;

[0022] The support assembly includes a housing and a support bracket located at the upper and lower parts of the support assembly, respectively; a translation adjustment assembly is disposed inside the housing;

[0023] The suction assembly is connected to the translation adjustment assembly; the suction assembly includes multiple straw mounting plates, each straw mounting plate including a fixing part, a connecting part, and a mounting part; a buffer support rod is provided on the mounting part, one end of the buffer support rod is connected to a straw seat, and at least one straw is provided on the straw seat.

[0024] Furthermore, the storage device component includes a frame, lifting mechanisms disposed on both sides of the frame, an upper belt conveyor located between the two sets of lifting mechanisms for conveying rigid carton, a suction cup mechanism for picking up rigid cartons from the belt conveyor or the lifting tray, and a translation mechanism connected to the suction cup mechanism.

[0025] The lifting mechanism drives the lifting tray used to hold the rigid strip box to rise and fall; the translation mechanism drives the suction cup mechanism to move in the translation path formed between the lifting mechanism and the upper belt conveyor.

[0026] Furthermore, the diversion component includes a main conveyor line, multiple branch conveyor lines, and a diversion drive assembly for diverting rigid strips from the main conveyor line to the branch conveyor lines;

[0027] The conveyor branch line includes a conveyor chain assembly for conveying rigid carton boxes and a carton lifting mechanism for picking up the rigid carton boxes on the conveyor chain assembly and lowering and conveying them to the manual workstation. The conveyor chain assembly and the carton lifting mechanism are respectively connected to the controller.

[0028] Furthermore, the carton lifting mechanism includes a lifting bracket, hook plate belt brackets arranged on both sides of the lifting bracket, a hook plate belt located in the hook plate belt bracket and used to place rigid cartons, a transition belt conveyor connected to the conveyor chain assembly and used for the transition of rigid cartons, a pushing component for pushing the rigid cartons on the transition belt conveyor onto the hook plate belt, and a driving component for driving the hook plate belt to move up and down along the hook plate belt bracket.

[0029] A placement cavity for placing rigid strip boxes is formed between the two sets of hook plate belts. The placement cavity corresponds to the pushing component. The driving component drives the rigid strip boxes pushed onto the hook plate belts to descend to the manual work position.

[0030] The present invention also provides an operation method for a rigid strip box conveyor system, comprising the following steps:

[0031] S1. The rigid strip box is fed into the case erector, the rigid strip box is de-glued, and the de-glued rigid strip box is fed into the transfer and push box assembly.

[0032] S2. The rigid boxes that have entered the transfer and push box component are destacking and foam boards are removed. The processed rigid boxes are then sent to the bag removal and collection machine to remove and recycle each packaging bag covering the rigid box.

[0033] S3. The rigid carton with the packaging bag removed is lifted for the first time and sent into the storage tank. The rigid carton in the storage tank is transported or stored according to the status of the upstream and downstream machines.

[0034] S4. The rigid carton conveyed in the storage device is lifted a second time and sent to the diversion component. The rigid carton is diverted by the diversion component and then lowered to the manual work station.

[0035] The present invention has the following beneficial effects: The rigid carton conveyor system and its operation method provided by the present invention replace the manual carton opening process with a carton opening machine component, replace the manual film removal process with a transfer and pushing carton machine component in conjunction with a bag removal and collection machine, store and release rigid cartons with a carton storage device component, coordinate the upstream and downstream machines, transport rigid cartons with a transition belt conveyor component and a chain plate conveyor component, and distribute rigid cartons with multiple sets of synchronous lifting components. The use of automated equipment improves the automation level of the production site, thereby achieving the purpose of improving work efficiency, reducing labor input, and reducing the labor intensity of operators.

[0036] This invention features an innovative layout, simplified maintenance, reduced investment costs, and high system integration, with components working together to improve production efficiency. In terms of safety, the system uses a comprehensive protective cover to completely isolate moving parts such as those for unpacking and conveying from the outside, enhancing the overall integrity of the equipment and ensuring the safety of operators. Attached Figure Description

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0038] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the box-opening machine component structure in this invention;

[0040] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer push box component structure in this invention;

[0041] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the horizontal drive assembly structure of the transfer push box component in this invention;

[0042] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the stacking assembly structure of the transfer pusher component in this invention;

[0043] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the foam ejection assembly structure of the transfer push box component in this invention;

[0044] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the inverted structure of the tray assembly of the transfer pusher component in this invention;

[0045] Figure 8This is a schematic diagram of the stacking assembly structure of the transfer pusher box component in this invention;

[0046] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the pusher assembly structure of the transfer pusher component in this invention;

[0047] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the bag-removing collection machine in this invention;

[0048] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the cooperative structure of the translation adjustment component and the suction component in the bag removal and collection machine of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the suction component in the bag-removing collection machine of the present invention;

[0050] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the bar storage device component in this invention;

[0051] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the flow splitter component structure in this invention;

[0052] Figure 15 This is a front view of the strip box lifting mechanism of the diversion component in this invention.

[0053] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the rear structure of the strip box lifting mechanism of the diversion component in this invention;

[0054] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the hook plate belt structure of the diversion component in this invention;

[0055] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the transition belt conveyor structure of the diversion component in this invention. Detailed Implementation

[0056] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects to be solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0057] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component.

[0058] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and 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 this application.

[0059] 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 one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0060] like Figure 1-18 As shown, this invention provides a rigid carton conveyor system. This system primarily serves as an automated device for tobacco factories to unpack, open, destacking, unpack, store, convey, and distribute rigid cartons. However, it is not limited to tobacco factory production environments and can be extended to handle unpacking, conveying, and distributing tasks in various industries. Through program control, the rigid carton conveyor system can automatically convey cartons, remove glue, unpack, push out rigid cartons from boxes, convey, unpack, store, and distribute them, achieving a systematic process flow.

[0061] The rigid carton conveyor system includes: a carton opener component 1, used for de-glueing and pushing rigid cartons; a transfer and pushing component 2, which connects to the outlet end of the carton opener component 1 and is used to destacking and removing foam boards from the rigid cartons delivered by the carton opener component 1; a bag removal and collection machine 3, which connects to the single row of rigid cartons pushed out by the transfer and pushing component 2 and is used to remove and collect the packaging bags covering each rigid carton; a carton storage unit 4, which connects to the bag removal and collection machine 3 and regulates the supply status of rigid cartons between the upstream and downstream machines; and a diversion component 5, which connects to the outlet end of the carton storage unit 4 and is used for multi-station distribution and storage of rigid cartons. In this embodiment, the upstream and downstream machines refer to the bag removal and collection machine 3 and the diversion component 5, respectively.

[0062] The actions of each component—the case opener (1), the transfer and pusher (2), the bag removal and collection machine (3), the strip storage unit (4), and the diversion unit (5)—are controlled by a controller. The controller employs an industrial computer or similar control unit to accurately monitor the entire conveyor line's operation. In this solution, the case opener (1) replaces manual case opening; the transfer and pusher (2), in conjunction with the bag removal and collection machine (3), replaces manual film removal; the strip storage unit (4) stores and releases rigid strips, coordinating with upstream and downstream machines; and the diversion unit (5) distributes rigid strips to multiple workstations. The use of automated equipment increases the automation level of the production site, thereby improving work efficiency, reducing labor input, and lowering the labor intensity of operators.

[0063] like Figure 2 As shown, the case opener component 1 includes a case opener main support 10, a case opener electrical cabinet 11 located below the case opener main support 10, a conveyor roller 12 located inside the case opener main support 10 for conveying rigid carton boxes, and an upper flip-top case opener station 13, a lower flip-top case opener station 14, and an ejection station 15 located inside the case opener main support 10 and arranged sequentially along the moving direction of the rigid carton boxes. The case opener main support 10 provides installation positions for each mechanism. The case opener main support 10 is equipped with a sealing plate and a door panel. When the door panel is opened by the operator, a proximity switch is triggered, and all internal mechanisms stop, ensuring the safety of the operator. The sealing plate isolates the internal mechanisms from the outside environment, ensuring that the internal mechanisms will not harm the operator during operation. The unpacking cabinet 11 and the stacking cabinet of the transfer and pushing box component 2 are located at the bottom of the unpacking main support 10, corresponding to the upper flip-top unpacking station 13, the lower flip-top unpacking station 14, and the push-out station 15, respectively. This close proximity facilitates the organization and classification of wire harnesses, saves on-site space, and avoids the drawbacks of separate cabinet placement, such as messy wire harnesses and space-consuming cabinets. The conveyor roller 12 is installed in the middle layer of the unpacking main support 10, which is also the bottom of the unpacking working space, and is responsible for conveying rigid carton boxes.

[0064] The top-opening station 13 is equipped with a horizontal de-adhesive knife and a top-opening de-adhesive knife to de-adhere the tape on the horizontal parts of the rigid strip box and the tape on the top opening. The bottom-opening station 14 is equipped with a bottom-opening de-adhesive knife to de-adhere the tape on the bottom opening. A bottom-opening de-adhesive knife can also be installed as needed. The ejection station 15 is equipped with a side-flip plate support rod insertion cylinder 16, a stacking cylinder 17, and a clamping and pressing cylinder 18. The side-flip plate support rod insertion cylinder 16 opens all the flip plates. After all the flip plates are opened, the stacking cylinder 17 and the clamping and pressing cylinder 18 work together to eject the rigid strip box from the carton. In use, the carton enters the carton opening machine component 1 and first passes through the upper flip-top opening station 13. The horizontal glue-cutting knife and the upper flip-top glue-cutting knife cut the tape on the horizontal part and the tape on the upper flip-top of the rigid carton. The rigid carton that has passed through the upper flip-top opening station 13 is sent to the lower flip-top opening station 14 by the conveyor roller 12. The lower flip-top glue-cutting knife is arranged on the lower flip-top opening station 14 to cut the tape on the lower flip-top of the rigid carton. The rigid carton that has passed through the lower flip-top opening station 14 is sent to the ejection station 15 by the conveyor roller 12. The ejection station 15 integrates the function of opening all the flip panels. The side flip panel support rod is inserted into the cylinder 16 to open all the flip panels. After all the flip panels are opened, the stacking cylinder 17 and the clamping and pressing cylinder 18 work together to push the rigid carton out of the carton. This component eliminates the possibility of chaotic manual operation. The tools used for unpacking are integrated inside the rigid carton opening device, and the moving parts of the equipment are isolated from the outside world, ensuring the safety of the staff and preventing work-related injuries. The simpler mechanical structure replaces the manual unpacking process, thus reducing the user's labor costs. The space structure is designed to be more compact, reasonable, and easy to maintain, saving space and reducing the difficulty of maintenance for the staff.

[0065] like Figure 3 As shown, the transfer and push box component 2 includes a transfer bracket 10 and a horizontal drive assembly 20, a stacking assembly 30, a foam ejection assembly 40, a tray assembly 50, a stacking assembly 60, a push box assembly 70, and a pneumatic assembly mounted on the transfer bracket 10. The pneumatic assembly consists of a solenoid valve and a pressure reducing valve.

[0066] The transfer bracket 10 is equipped with side panels, door panels, hinge handles, and feet, providing isolation from the outside. A horizontal drive assembly 20 drives the transfer assembly 30, and is connected to it. The horizontal drive assembly 20 is horizontally positioned along the long axis of the transfer bracket 10 and located slightly below the center of the bracket. The transfer assembly 30 supports the rigid carton and moves it to a set position, facilitating further processing of the stack containing the rigid carton. The transfer assembly 30 is located directly above the horizontal drive assembly 20 and is also horizontally positioned along the long axis of the transfer bracket 10. A foam ejection assembly 40 ejects foam boards from the rigid carton stack. The foam ejection assembly 40 is located beside the path of the transfer assembly 30, and its overall height is higher than the transfer assembly 30, close to the starting end of the transfer bracket 10. The tray assembly 50 is used to lift rigid carton to different heights. The tray assembly 50 and the foam ejection assembly 40 are both located on the same side of the transfer bracket 10. The tray assembly 50 is positioned at the end point of the transfer assembly 30 and is connected to it. The tray assembly 50 is located on the side of the transfer assembly 30 and close to the center of the transfer bracket 10. The pusher assembly 60 is used to push the stack containing the rigid carton, and the pusher assembly 70 is used to push a portion of the rigid carton away from the stack, allowing the pusher assembly 70 to eject a set number of rigid cartons from the entire stack for easy use. The pusher assembly 60 and the pusher assembly 70 are arranged side-by-side, and the pusher assembly 60 is located at the end point of the transfer assembly 30's operation.

[0067] like Figure 4 As shown, the horizontal drive assembly 20 includes an active end base plate 201, a passive end base plate 203, and a horizontal drive synchronous belt 206, which is a toothed belt. A motor mount 202 is fixed on the active end base plate 201. A first coupling 207 is rotatably connected to the motor mount 202 via a ductile iron bearing. One end of the first coupling 207 is connected to a first motor 208, and the other end is connected to a synchronous gear 205. The first motor 208 drives the synchronous gear 205 on the active end base plate 201 to rotate. A synchronous gear 205 is also provided on the passive end base plate 203. Two identical tension seats 204 are fixed on the passive end base plate 203. The tension seats 204 are arranged opposite each other and rotatably connected to a tension shaft via bearings. The synchronous gear 205 on the passive end base plate 203 is sleeved on the tension shaft and rotates with it. The synchronous gear 205 on the active end base plate 201 and the synchronous gear 205 on the passive end base plate 203 are connected by a toothed chain through the synchronous belt 206. When the first motor 208 is working, it drives the synchronous belt 206 to rotate.

[0068] like Figure 5As shown, the palletizing assembly 30 includes a slider plate 301, a timing belt pull seat 305, and a cable chain 310. The timing belt pull seat 305 has a U-shaped structure, and its two ends are fixed to the lower surface of the slider plate 301 by screws. A pull seat mounting plate 306 is connected to the bottom of the timing belt pull seat 305, and the timing belt 206 is fixedly connected to the timing belt 206 through the pull seat mounting plate 306. When the timing belt 206 rotates, it drives the timing belt pull seat 305 to move, thereby driving the slider plate 301 to move. A second slider 313 is fixed below the slider plate 301. The second slider 313 is slidably mounted on a second slide rail 314. The second slide rail 314 is fixedly mounted on the transfer bracket 10. Second limit seats 311 are provided at both ends of the second slide rail 314 to prevent the slider plate 301 and the second slider 313 from sliding out of the second slide rail 314. Meanwhile, a second base plate 307 is fixed to the lower end of the slider plate 301. A drag chain mounting plate 309 is connected to the second base plate 307, and a drag chain 310 is connected to the drag chain mounting plate 309. The drag chain 310 is located in the middle layer of the transfer bracket 10 and is used to organize the cables and air supply pipes that move during the transfer process to avoid affecting the normal operation of the transfer. A pad 304 is provided on the upper surface of the slider plate 301, and the stack of rigid strip boxes is placed on the pad 304. Fixed side guard plates 302 and movable side guard plates 303 are respectively provided at the front and rear ends of the pad 304 with the forward running direction of the slider plate 301 as the front end. The fixed side guard plates 302 and movable side guard plates 303 limit the stacking of rigid strip boxes to prevent the rigid strip boxes from falling off when the transfer assembly 30 moves. A cylinder seat 308 is provided on the outer side of the movable side guard plate 303. A three-axis cylinder 312 is installed through the cylinder seat 308. When the foam ejection component 40 discharges the foam board before and after the rigid strip box is stacked, the three-axis cylinder 312 pushes the movable side guard plate 303 forward, so that the stack of rigid strip boxes can always be squeezed and limited by the fixed side guard plate 302 and the movable side guard plate 303 to prevent it from falling.

[0069] like Figure 6 As shown, the foam ejection assembly 40 includes a third mounting plate 401, a third sliding plate 402, a foam board push rod 405, and a rodless cylinder 403. The third mounting plate 401 has a through groove in the middle, and the rodless cylinder 403 is mounted on the side of the through groove. The rodless cylinder 403 is mounted on the third mounting plate 401 via a third mounting flange 404. The rodless cylinder 403 is located on the upper surface of the third mounting plate 401. A third exhaust throttle valve 412 is also provided on the rodless cylinder 403 to save compressed air and reduce driving production costs. Third buffer seats 409 are provided at both ends of the through groove, and third hydraulic buffers 410 are connected to the third buffer seats 409.

[0070] Two identical third sliders 407 are fixed to the lower surface of the third mounting plate 401. The two third sliders 407 are parallel and arranged along the long side of the third mounting plate 401. The third sliding plate 402 is located at the lower part of the third mounting plate 401 and is mounted on the third sliders 407. The upper surface of the third sliding plate 402 is fixed with a third collision block 411. The third sliders 407 are connected to the fifth connecting piece. The third sliders 407 are in sliding engagement with the third slide rail 408. The third collision block 411 and the third hydraulic damper 410 are located on the same straight line. When the third sliding plate 402 moves with the sliding of the third sliders 407, the third collision block 411 can reduce speed and buffer, preventing vibration from being transmitted to other components or parts. The fifth connecting piece is connected to the push block of the rodless cylinder 403 for transmission.

[0071] The foam board push rod 405 is connected to the lower surface of the third sliding plate 402 via a connecting bracket 406. The foam board push rod 405 is used to push out the foam board at the end of the rigid strip box stack. Its action is driven by the rodless cylinder 403, which moves the fifth connecting plate. The fifth connecting plate moves the third sliding plate 402, which in turn drives the foam board push rod 405 to reciprocate. A third proximity sensor 413 is also provided on the side of the third mounting plate 401, which serves as a safety protection function. When the operator performs manual operation, the internal moving parts stop working in time.

[0072] like Figure 7As shown, the tray assembly 50 includes a fourth upright plate 501, a ball screw 505, a fourth sliding plate 506, a support fork 507, and a tray 508. The fourth upright plate 501 is vertically arranged, and two identical and parallel lifting slide rails 513 are fixed on its side. The ball screw 505 is disposed between the two lifting slide rails 513, and one end of the ball screw 505 is connected to a lifting motor 503 through a fourth coupling 504. The lifting motor 503 is mounted on a motor mounting base 502, which is fixed to the end of the fourth upright plate 501. A nut seat 512 is sleeved on the ball screw 505 and connected to the fourth sliding plate 506. Both ends of the ball screw 505 are connected to the fourth upright plate 501 through a fixed support seat 515 and a floating support seat 516, respectively. A fourth limiting seat 511 is provided on the side of the fourth upright plate 501 near the fixed support seat 515 to limit the fourth sliding plate 506. The inner side of the fourth sliding plate 506 is connected to a lifting slider 514, which slides in conjunction with the lifting rail 513. A support fork 507 is connected to the fourth sliding plate 506, and a support plate 508 is mounted on the support fork 507. The stack of rigid carton boxes is placed on the support plate 508. When the lifting motor 503 operates, it drives the ball screw 505 to rotate. The nut seat 512 rotates and moves up and down on the ball screw 505, causing the fourth sliding plate 506 to move up and down. The fourth sliding plate 506 then moves the support fork 507, the support plate 508, and the stack of rigid carton boxes on the support plate 508 up and down. The fourth vertical plate 501 also has crossbeams 509 at both ends. The crossbeams 509 are perpendicular to the support fork 507 and located on one side of the rigid carton box, used to limit the vertical movement range of the support fork 507 and the support plate 508. The fourth upright plate 501 is provided with a front guard plate 510 on the side near the rigid carton. The front guard plate 510 is located between two support forks 507 at the same height to block the stacking of rigid cartons and prevent them from slipping out of the gaps.

[0073] like Figure 8As shown, the stacking assembly 60 includes a stacking cylinder positioning plate 601, a stacking plate mounting base 603, and a stacking plate 605. The stacking cylinder positioning plate 601 is a long strip with a strip-shaped groove running through its two sides along the middle of its long side. The stacking cylinder 602 is installed on one side of the upper surface of the stacking cylinder positioning plate 601, and its axis is parallel to the axis of the strip-shaped groove. A fifth exhaust throttle valve is provided on the stacking cylinder 602. Two identical stacking slide rails 606 are installed on one side of the lower surface of the stacking cylinder positioning plate 601, and the two stacking slide rails 606 are located on both sides of the strip-shaped groove. The pusher plate mounting base 603 is located on one side of the lower surface of the pusher cylinder positioning plate 601. The pusher plate mounting base 603 is provided with a pusher slider 607, which is slidably mounted on the pusher slide rail 606. The side of the pusher block on the pusher cylinder 602 is connected to the pusher plate mounting base 603 through a transmission plate 608. The transmission plate 608 passes through the strip groove, so that the pusher block drives the pusher plate mounting base 603 to move when it slides. The pusher block is mounted on the pusher cylinder 602.

[0074] A fifth collision block 611 is provided on the pusher plate mounting base 603. The fifth collision block 611 is located in the strip groove and can slide along the inner side wall of the strip groove. A fifth buffer seat 609 is provided at both ends of the strip groove. A fifth hydraulic buffer 610 is installed on the fifth buffer seat 609. The fifth hydraulic buffer 610 and the fifth collision block 611 are located on the same straight line. The fifth collision block 611 is buffered and stopped by the fifth hydraulic buffer 610. Supports 612 are provided at both ends of the axial direction of the strip groove. The pusher cylinder 602 is mounted on the pusher cylinder positioning plate 601 through the support 612. The support 612 is an "L"-shaped thin plate with a threaded hole on one side. It is bolted to the pusher cylinder positioning plate 601. A fifth proximity sensor 613 is provided on the side wall of the pusher cylinder positioning plate 601. The fifth proximity sensor 613 is responsible for the safety protection function. When the operator performs manual operation, the internal moving parts stop working in time.

[0075] A connecting rod 604 is provided on the pusher plate mounting base 603, and a pusher plate 605 is provided at the bottom end of the connecting rod 604. The pusher plate 605 is moved by the extension and retraction of the pusher cylinder 602, thereby realizing the pusher plate 605 pushing the stacked rigid carton. The connecting rod 604 is bent, and its upper end is fixed to the upper surface of the pusher plate mounting base 603 by bolts.

[0076] like Figure 9As shown, the push-box assembly 70 includes a push-box cylinder positioning plate 701, a sixth sliding plate 704, and a horizontal push plate 707. The push-box cylinder positioning plate 701 has a groove in its center. A push-box cylinder 702 is mounted on the side of the groove via a sixth mounting flange 703. A sixth exhaust throttle valve 713 is installed on the push-box cylinder 702. Sixth buffer seats 710 are located at both ends of the groove, and sixth hydraulic buffers 712 are installed on the sixth buffer seats 710. A sixth proximity sensor 714 is located on the side of the push-box cylinder positioning plate 701, and its function is the same as that of the fifth proximity sensor 613. A push-box slide rail 708 is fixed to the lower surface of the push-box cylinder positioning plate 701. The sixth sliding plate 704 is located below the positioning plate 701 of the push box cylinder. The sixth connecting piece 705, the push box slider 709 and the sixth collision block 711 are fixed on its upper surface. The sixth connecting piece 705 is connected to the push block of the push box cylinder 702. The push box slider 709 is slidably engaged with the push box slide rail 708. The sixth collision block 711 and the sixth hydraulic buffer 712 are located on the same straight line and play a buffering role.

[0077] The lower surface of the sixth sliding plate 704 is connected to the sixth vertical plate 706, and the horizontal push plate 707 is connected to the lower end of the sixth vertical plate 706. When the pusher cylinder 702 retracts, it drives the sixth connecting piece 705 to move, which in turn drives the sixth sliding plate 704 to move, thereby driving the horizontal push plate 707 to move, so as to push the stacked rigid boxes into the downstream machine in units of 10 boxes per layer, which can be set by the user.

[0078] like Figure 10 As shown, the bag-removing collection machine 3 includes a support assembly 3001, a translation adjustment assembly 3002, and a suction assembly 3003; the support assembly 3001 includes a box located at the upper part of the support assembly 3001 and a support bracket located at the lower part of the support assembly 3001; the translation adjustment assembly 3002 is disposed in the box; the suction assembly 3003 is connected to the translation adjustment assembly 3002.

[0079] like Figures 11 to 12 As shown, the support assembly 3001 includes a housing and a bracket. The housing is located at the upper part of the support assembly 3001 and houses the aforementioned translation adjustment assembly 3002 and suction assembly 3003. The bracket is located at the lower part of the support assembly 3001 and is welded from multiple metal frames. Multiple double-hole heavy-duty feet are also provided at its bottom for fixing the device. A hopper 3005 is located at the lower part of the housing, and a pneumatic suction device 3006 is located below the hopper 3005. In actual operation, after the suction assembly 3003 removes the packaging bag, it releases it. The released packaging bag is collected by the hopper 3005 and the pneumatic suction device 3006 and transported to the subsequent packaging bag processing step.

[0080] The translation adjustment assembly 3002 includes a first slide rail 3110 and a second slide rail 3111 arranged parallel to each other. A first crossbeam plate 3112 is disposed to the left of the first slide rail 3110 and the second slide rail 3111, located between the two slide rails. The first crossbeam plate 3112 is used to fix the drive module 3113 and the transmission module 3114. A second crossbeam plate 3115 and a movable crossbeam 3116 are disposed to the right of the first slide rail 3110 and the second slide rail 3111, located between the two slide rails. The movable crossbeam 3116... Located at the lower part of the second crossbeam plate 3115 and connected to both the transmission module 3114 and the suction assembly 3003; in actual operation, the transmission module 3114 is driven by the drive module 3113, which in turn drives the moving crossbeam 3116 to move along the straight line of the first slide rail 3110 and the second slide rail 3111, thereby driving the suction assembly 3003 to move in the aforementioned direction to perform bag removal operations. The transmission module adopts a screw seat and screw structure, and the drive module drives the screw to move along the screw seat, with the suction assembly connected to the screw seat for synchronous movement. The drive module adopts a motor, sprocket, and chain structure.

[0081] The suction assembly 3003 includes multiple straw mounting plates 3004 connected to the moving crossbeam 3116. Each straw mounting plate 3004 includes an integrally formed fixing part 3101, a connecting part 3102, and a mounting part 3103. Preferably, five straw mounting plates 3004 are provided. A buffer support rod 3104 is provided on the mounting part 3103. One end of the buffer support rod 3104 is connected to a straw seat 3105. Two straws 3107 are provided on the straw seat 3105 for adsorbing the outer packaging of the carton. By providing the buffer support rod 3104, the straws 3107 generate a certain buffering effect when they come into contact with the rigid carton under the action of the translation adjustment assembly 3002, avoiding product appearance defects caused by pressure on the rigid carton. Compared with the bag removal work of the carton packaging bag by clamping, the suction action of the straws 3107 can remove the outer packaging of the carton, avoiding damage to the carton and improving the bag removal quality.

[0082] like Figure 13As shown, the storage container component 4 includes a frame 4000, lifting mechanisms 4001 disposed on both sides of the frame 4000, an upper conveyor belt 4002 located between the two sets of lifting mechanisms 4001 and used for conveying rigid carton boxes, a suction cup mechanism 4003 for picking up rigid carton boxes from the upper conveyor belt 4002 or the lifting tray 4005, and a translation mechanism 4004 connected to the suction cup mechanism 4003. The lifting mechanisms 4001 drive the lifting tray 4005 for placing rigid carton boxes to rise and fall; the translation mechanism 4004 drives the suction cup mechanism 4003 to move in the translation path formed between the lifting mechanisms 4001 and the upper conveyor belt 4002. The translation mechanism 4004 uses a cylinder or electric cylinder to drive the suction cup to perform horizontal telescopic movement. The frame 4000 provides stable support for each component, and side plates are installed on the sides of the frame 4000 and a top plate is installed on the top surface of the frame 4000. The upper conveyor belt 4002 is located in the middle of the device, and the lifting mechanism 4001 is located on both sides of the device. An inner baffle is set between the upper conveyor belt 4002 and the lifting mechanism 4001 to achieve partitioning and avoid interference between the movements of different parts. The top of the baffle has a gap to facilitate the translation of the suction cup assembly. The controller controls the coordinated movement of the lifting mechanism 4001, the upper conveyor belt 4002, the suction cup mechanism 4003, and the translation mechanism 4004. During operation, if the upstream machine fails, the bar storage device enters the bar feeding mode. The controller controls the translation mechanism 4004 to drive the suction cup mechanism 4003 to continuously grab rigid bar boxes on the lifting tray 4005. The rigid bar boxes on both sides of the lifting tray 4005 are placed onto the upper conveyor belt 4002 in sequence. After the lifting tray 4005 supports one layer of rigid bar boxes, the controller controls the lifting mechanism 4001 to raise the lifting tray 4005 by the thickness of one layer of rigid bar boxes, thus preparing to output the next set of rigid bar boxes. If the downstream machine malfunctions, the storage device enters the storage mode. The controller controls the translation mechanism 4004 to drive the suction cup mechanism 4003 to continuously grab rigid carton boxes on the upper belt conveyor 4002 and place them evenly on the lifting trays 4005 on both sides. Each time the lifting tray 4005 supports a layer of rigid carton boxes, the controller will control the lifting mechanism 4001 to lower the lifting tray 4005 by the thickness of one layer of rigid carton boxes, thus preparing to receive the next set of rigid carton boxes.

[0083] The number of lifting mechanisms 4001 and suction cup mechanisms 4003 corresponds. Preferably, there are two sets of each type of lifting mechanism 4001 and suction cup mechanism 4003. The lifting mechanisms 4001 are respectively arranged on both sides of the frame 40001. For ease of understanding, the lifting mechanisms 4001 on both sides are labeled as lifting mechanism 4001A and lifting mechanism 4001B, and the two sets of suction cup mechanisms 4003 are labeled as suction cup mechanism 4003A and suction cup mechanism 4003B. Lifting mechanism 4001A and suction cup mechanism 4003A are located on the same side, and lifting mechanism 4001B and suction cup mechanism 4003B are located on the same side. During operation, when suction cup mechanism 4003A, driven by translation mechanism 4004, picks up the rigid strip box on the upper conveyor belt 4002, suction cup mechanism 4003B corresponds to the position of lifting mechanism 4001B. When suction cup mechanism 4003A picks up the rigid strip box and moves to lifting mechanism 4001A, the idle suction cup mechanism 4003B moves to the position of upper conveyor belt 4002. When suction cup mechanism 4003A places the rigid strip box on the lifting tray 4005 corresponding to lifting mechanism 4001A, suction cup mechanism 4003B picks up the rigid strip box on upper conveyor belt 4002. When suction cup mechanism 4003B, which has picked up the rigid strip box, moves towards lifting mechanism 4001B, suction cup mechanism 4003A moves back to upper conveyor belt 4002 to pick up the rigid strip box on upper conveyor belt 4002. By repeating this cycle, the storage and placement of rigid strip boxes can be completed efficiently. Conversely, the same operation is performed when lifting the rigid strip boxes on the lifting pallet 4005 and placing them onto the upper conveyor belt 4002.

[0084] The lifting mechanism 4001 adopts a motor-driven sprocket structure. The lifting motors are symmetrically arranged on the top of the frame 4000. The operation of the lifting motor drives the lifting chain to move, which in turn drives the lifting pallet 4005 to move. The suction cup mechanism 4003 adopts a bracket and suction cup structure. The translation cylinder drives two sets of suction cups, which are responsible for grabbing the hard strip boxes on the belt conveyor onto the lifting pallets 4005 on both sides, or grabbing the hard strip boxes on the lifting pallet 4005 onto the upper belt conveyor.

[0085] like Figure 14As shown, the diversion component 5 includes a main conveyor line 5000, multiple branch conveyor lines 5001, and a diversion drive assembly 5002 for diverting rigid cartons from the main conveyor line 5000 to the branch conveyor lines 5001. Depending on actual needs, there can be multiple branch conveyor lines 5001. The diversion drive assembly 5002 is arranged on the main conveyor line 5000. When there are multiple branch conveyor lines 5001, there are also multiple diversion drive assemblies 5002. Each branch conveyor line 5001 includes a conveyor chain assembly 5003 for conveying rigid cartons and a carton lifting mechanism 5004 for picking up rigid cartons from the conveyor chain assembly 5003 and lowering them to a manual workstation. The conveyor chain assembly 5003 and the carton lifting mechanism 5004 are respectively communicatively connected to a controller. The main conveyor line 5000 uses a linear conveyor chain to transport rigid crates. The installation height and method are specified by the manufacturer. The installation height affects the crate inlet height of the crate lifting components. Installation methods include suspended, wall-mounted, floor-standing, and combined types, allowing for a suitable layout based on site conditions and manufacturer requirements. The conveyor chain assembly 5003 connects to the main conveyor line 5000. After the rigid crates are fed into the main conveyor line 5000, it is transported to the diversion drive assembly 5002 for diversion processing. Multiple diversion drive assemblies 5002 can be arranged on the main conveyor line 5000 to perform multi-processing of the rigid crates. The diversion drive component 5002 pushes the rigid carton conveyed on the main conveyor line 5000 onto the conveyor chain assembly 5003 of the conveyor branch line 5001 located on the side of the main conveyor line 5000. The rigid cartons not pushed out by the diversion drive component 5002 are conveyed to the conveyor branch line 5001 connected to the end of the main conveyor line 5000. The rigid cartons diverted by the diversion drive component 5002 are respectively conveyed to the carton lifting mechanism 5004 connected to the end of the conveyor branch line 5001 for lowering. The system controls and distributes multiple carton lifting mechanisms 5004 to ensure that the number of rigid cartons allocated to each station is basically the same.

[0086] like Figures 15 to 18As shown, the carton lifting mechanism 5004 includes a lifting bracket 5005, hook plate belt brackets 5006 disposed on both sides of the lifting bracket 5005, a hook plate belt 5007 located within the hook plate belt bracket 5006 for placing rigid cartons, a transition belt conveyor 5008 connected to the conveyor chain assembly 5003 for conveying and transitioning rigid cartons, a pushing component 5009 for pushing the rigid cartons on the transition belt conveyor 5008 onto the hook plate belt 5007, and a drive component 5010 for driving the hook plate belt 5007 to move up and down along the hook plate belt bracket 5006. The drive component 5010 adopts a structure of motor, pulley, and conveyor belt, with a tensioning structure to ensure stable and reliable drive transmission performance. The transition belt conveyor 5008 is installed on the side of the lifting support 5005 and connects to the outlet end of the conveyor branch line 5001. The motor of the transition belt conveyor 5008 drives the belt to transport the rigid carton. A placement cavity for placing the rigid carton is formed between the two sets of hook plate belts 5007. The placement cavity corresponds to the pushing component 5009. The rigid carton that has been transported to the designated position is pushed into the lowering position of the hook plate belt 5007 by the pushing component 5009. Then, the driving component 5010 drives the hook plate belt 5007 to move up and down. After the rigid carton is transported to the manual work position by the hook plate belt 5007, the pushing component 5012 pushes the rigid carton, which has fallen to the same height as the work position, out of the carton lifting mechanism 5004 onto the manual work position. Inner and outer door panels are provided on the outside of the lifting support 5005 to provide safety protection for employees and prevent mechanical injuries caused by accidental contact during the descent of the rigid carton.

[0087] Below the lifting bracket 5005 is an outlet tray 5011 for placing the lowered rigid carton. The outlet tray 5011 is equipped with a push-out component 5012 for pushing the rigid carton to the manual work station. The two ends of the outlet tray 5011 and the hook plate belt bracket 5006 are respectively formed with gaps for the hook plate belt 5007 to move up and down. After the rigid carton is transported to the manual work station by the hook plate belt 5007, the push-out component 5012 pushes the rigid carton that falls on the outlet tray 5011, which is at the same height as the work station, to the carton lifting mechanism 5004 and onto the manual work station.

[0088] In this embodiment, the diversion drive component 5002, the push-in component 5009, and the ejection component 5012 all adopt a combination structure of cylinder and push plate to perform push-in, ejection, and diversion operations on the rigid strip box.

[0089] The present invention also provides an operation method for a rigid strip box conveyor system, comprising the following steps:

[0090] S1. The rigid strip box is fed into the box opening machine component 1, the rigid strip box is de-glued, and the de-glued rigid strip box is fed into the transfer and pushing box component 2.

[0091] S2. The rigid boxes that have entered the transfer and push box component 2 are destacking and foam boards are removed. Then the processed rigid boxes are sent into the bag removal and collection machine 3 to remove and recycle each packaging bag covering the rigid box.

[0092] S3. The rigid carton with the packaging bag removed is lifted for the first time and sent into the storage tank. The rigid carton in the storage tank is transported or stored according to the status of the upstream and downstream machines.

[0093] S4. The rigid carton conveyed in the storage device is lifted a second time and sent to the diversion component 5. The rigid carton is diverted by the diversion component 5 and then lowered to the manual work station by the diversion component 5.

[0094] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A rigid strip box conveyor system, characterized in that, include: Carton opening machine component (1) is used for de-glueing and pushing of rigid carton boxes; The transfer push box component (2) is connected to the outlet end of the box opener component (1) and is used to destacking the rigid strip boxes sent out by the box opener component (1) and removing the foam board. The bag removal and collection machine (3) is connected to the single row of rigid strip boxes pushed out by the transfer push box component (2) and is used to remove and recycle each packaging bag covering the rigid strip box; The strip storage device (4) is connected to the bag-removing collection machine (3) and the strip storage device (4) adjusts the rigid strip box supply status of the upstream and downstream machines; The diversion component (5) is connected to the outlet end of the storage component (4) and is used to distribute and store rigid strips in multiple stations. And a controller for controlling the corresponding actions of the box opener (1), the transfer and push box component (2), the bag removal and collection machine (3), the strip storage component (4), and the diversion component (5); The transfer pusher component (2) includes a transfer bracket and a horizontal drive assembly (20), a stacking assembly (30), a foam ejection assembly (40), a tray assembly (50), a stacking assembly (60), a pusher assembly (70), and a pneumatic assembly mounted on the transfer bracket; The horizontal drive assembly (20) is used to drive the palletizing assembly (30) to move. The palletizing assembly (30) is used to support the rigid carton and drive it to move. The foam ejection assembly (40) is used to eject the foam board in the rigid carton stack. The carton support assembly (50) is used to lift the rigid carton to different heights. The pusher assembly (60) is used to push the stack where the rigid carton is located. The pusher assembly (70) is used to push some of the rigid cartons away from the stack. The horizontal drive assembly (20) is connected to the palletizing assembly (30) in a transmission manner. The foam ejection assembly (40) is located on the side of the palletizing assembly (30). The tray assembly (50) is located at the end point of the palletizing assembly (30) and the two are connected. The pusher assembly (60) and the pusher assembly (70) are both located on the upper part of the tray assembly (50).

2. The rigid strip box conveyor system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box-opening machine component (1) includes a box-opening main support (10), a box-opening electrical cabinet (11) disposed below the box-opening main support (10), a conveying roller (12) located inside the box-opening main support (10) and used for conveying rigid boxes, an upper flip-top box-opening station (13), a lower flip-top box-opening station (14), and an ejection station (15) located inside the box-opening main support (10) and arranged sequentially along the moving direction of the rigid boxes. The upper flip-top opening station (13) is equipped with a horizontal de-adhesive knife and an upper flip-top de-adhesive knife to de-adhere the tape at the horizontal part of the hard strip box and the tape at the upper flip-top. The lower flip-top unpacking station (14) is equipped with a lower flip-top adhesive cutter to remove the adhesive tape from the lower flip-top. The ejection station (15) is equipped with a side flap support rod insertion cylinder (16), a stacking cylinder (17), and a box clamping and pressing cylinder (18). The side flap support rod insertion cylinder (16) operates to open all the flaps. After all the flaps are opened, the stacking cylinder (17) and the box clamping and pressing cylinder (18) work together to push the rigid strip box inside the carton out of the carton.

3. The rigid strip box conveyor system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The palletizing assembly (30) includes a slider plate (301), a timing belt support (305), and a cable chain (310). Above the slider plate (301) are a pad (304), a fixed side guard plate (302), and a movable side guard plate (303). The rigid carton stack is placed on the pad plate (304). The fixed side guard plate (302) and the movable side guard plate (303) limit the stacking of the rigid cartons. A cylinder seat (308) is provided on the outer side of the movable side guard plate (303), through which a three-axis cylinder (312) is mounted. A second slider (313) is fixed below the slider plate (301). The second slider (313) is slidably mounted on the second slide rail (314). The two ends of the second slide rail (314) are provided with second limit seats (311). At the same time, a timing belt pull seat (305), a drag chain (310) and a second base plate (307) are provided below the slider plate (301). The bottom of the timing belt pull seat (305) is connected to a pull seat mounting plate (306). The drag chain (310) is connected to the second base plate (307) through the drag chain mounting plate (309).

4. The rigid strip box conveyor system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stacking assembly (60) includes a stacking cylinder positioning plate (601), a stacking plate mounting base (603), and a stacking plate (605). The stacking cylinder positioning plate (601) has a strip-shaped groove in its middle. A stacking cylinder (602) is mounted on the side of the strip-shaped groove via a support (612). A fifth exhaust throttle valve is provided on the stacking cylinder (602). Fifth buffer seats (609) are provided at both ends of the strip-shaped groove, and a fifth hydraulic buffer (610) is connected to the fifth buffer seat (609). The side of the stacking cylinder positioning plate (601) has... The fifth proximity sensor (613); the pusher plate mounting base (603) is located below the pusher cylinder positioning plate (601) and is provided with a pusher slider (607) and a fifth collision block (611). The pusher plate (605) is connected to the pusher plate mounting base (603) through a connecting rod (604). The pusher slider (607) is slidably engaged with the pusher slide rail (606) on the lower surface of the pusher cylinder positioning plate (601). The pusher cylinder (602) is connected to the pusher plate mounting base (603) through a transmission plate (608).

5. The rigid strip box conveyor system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bag-removing collection machine (3) includes a support assembly (3001), a translation adjustment assembly (3002), and a suction assembly (3003). The support assembly (3001) includes a housing and a support bracket located at the upper and lower parts of the support assembly (3001) respectively; the translation adjustment assembly (3002) is disposed in the housing; The suction assembly (3003) is connected to the translation adjustment assembly (3002); the suction assembly (3003) includes a plurality of straw mounting plates (3004), the straw mounting plate (3004) includes a fixing part (3101), a connecting part (3102) and a mounting part (3103); a buffer support rod (3104) is provided on the mounting part (3103), one end of the buffer support rod (3104) is connected to a straw seat (3105), and at least one straw (3107) is provided on the straw seat (3105).

6. The rigid strip box conveyor system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage device component (4) includes a frame (4000), lifting mechanisms (4001) disposed on both sides of the frame (4000), an upper belt conveyor (4002) located between the two sets of lifting mechanisms (4001) and used for conveying rigid carton, a suction cup mechanism (4003) for picking up rigid cartons on the upper belt conveyor or on the lifting tray (4005), and a translation mechanism (4004) connected to the suction cup mechanism (4003). The lifting mechanism (4001) drives the lifting tray (4005) for placing rigid strip boxes to rise and fall; the translation mechanism (4004) drives the suction cup mechanism (4003) to move in the translation path formed between the lifting mechanism (4001) and the upper belt conveyor (4002).

7. The rigid strip box conveyor system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The diversion component (5) includes a main conveyor line (5000), multiple conveyor branches (5001), and a diversion drive assembly (5002) for diverting rigid strips from the main conveyor line (5000) to the conveyor branches (5001). The conveyor branch line (5001) includes a conveyor chain assembly (5003) for conveying rigid carton, and a carton lifting mechanism (5004) for picking up the rigid carton on the conveyor chain assembly (5003) and lowering and conveying the rigid carton to the manual work station. The conveyor chain assembly (5003) and the carton lifting mechanism (5004) are respectively connected to the controller.

8. The rigid strip box conveyor system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The carton lifting mechanism (5004) includes a lifting bracket (5005), hook plate belt brackets (5006) arranged on both sides of the lifting bracket (5005), a hook plate belt (5007) located in the hook plate belt bracket (5006) and used to place rigid cartons, a transition belt conveyor (5008) docked with the conveyor chain assembly (5003) and used for the transition of rigid cartons, a push-in component (5009) for pushing the rigid cartons on the transition belt conveyor (5008) onto the hook plate belt (5007), and a drive component (5010) for driving the hook plate belt (5007) to move up and down along the hook plate belt bracket (5006). A placement cavity for placing rigid strip boxes is formed between the two sets of hook plate belts (5007), the placement cavity corresponding to the push-in component (5009), and the drive component (5010) drives the rigid strip boxes pushed onto the hook plate belts (5007) to descend to the manual work station.

9. The method of operating the rigid carton conveyor system according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1. Send the rigid strip box into the box opening machine component (1), remove the glue from the rigid strip box, and send the removed rigid strip box into the transfer and pushing box component (2). S2. The rigid strip boxes that have entered the transfer and push box component (2) are destacking and foam board removal is performed. Then the processed rigid strip boxes are sent into the bag removal and collection machine (3) to remove and recycle each packaging bag covering the rigid strip box. S3. The rigid carton with the packaging bag removed is lifted for the first time and sent into the storage unit (4). The rigid carton in the storage unit (4) is transported or stored according to the status of the upstream and downstream machines. S4. The rigid carton conveyed in the storage component (4) is lifted a second time and sent to the diversion component (5). The rigid carton is diverted by the diversion component (5) and then lowered to the manual work station by the diversion component (5).

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