A bowl type plug press follow-up feeding device and working mode

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of automatic bowl plug feeding, and discloses a bowl plug press feeding device and a working mode, which comprises a mobile feeding mechanism and a fixed standby feeding mechanism. The bowl plug press feeding device is automatically designed. First, standby feeding is carried out through the fixed standby feeding mechanism, then the standby feeding is loaded into the mobile feeding mechanism, a batch of bowl plugs is placed in a specified position through the mobile feeding mechanism, and the next batch of bowl plugs can be simultaneously prepared and added through the fixed standby feeding mechanism in the process of press feeding by the press. Therefore, continuous operation is realized, the work efficiency is improved, and the labor cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automated feeding technology for cup-shaped plugs, specifically to a cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device and its working method. Background Technology

[0002] A cup-shaped plug is a sealing component, mainly used in process holes in engine blocks, cylinder heads, gearboxes, etc., to prevent oil or water leakage.

[0003] The cup-shaped plug feeding device is a type of automated feeding equipment. This device includes not only feeding but also pressing functions. The feeding section distributes the cup-shaped plugs to the feeding station, while the pressing section pushes the cup-shaped plugs from the feeding station to the pressing station. Currently, in this technology, once the press reaches the designated position, the feeding system typically only picks up one cup-shaped plug at a time and places it in the designated position. After the press completes the pressing, the feeding system needs to pick up another cup-shaped plug for unloading. This equipment and operating method are inefficient and cannot meet the operational requirements of the production line. Summary of the Invention

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a cup-shaped plug press with a corresponding feeding device and operating method. The device features an automated design, first preparing materials through a fixed material preparation mechanism, then loading the prepared materials into a mobile feeding mechanism. As the mobile feeding mechanism moves, it places a batch of cup-shaped plugs at a designated position. During the pressing process by the press, the fixed material preparation mechanism can simultaneously prepare to add the next batch of cup-shaped plugs, achieving continuous operation, improving work efficiency, and reducing labor costs. This invention solves the technical problem in existing technologies where the feeding device can only pick up one cup-shaped plug at a time when the press reaches the designated position, resulting in low work efficiency.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a cup-shaped plug press with a following feeding device, comprising a moving feeding mechanism and a fixed material preparation mechanism;

[0008] The mobile feeding mechanism includes a slide cylinder, on which a pair of slide plates are symmetrically mounted. Support plates are mounted on both slide plates, and connecting blocks are mounted on the two support plates. A first guide cylinder is connected to the outer side of the connecting block. A guide rod cylinder is installed between the support plates. A transition plate is mounted on the first guide cylinder. An L-shaped bracket is mounted on the outer side of the connecting block. A U-shaped guide box is mounted on the L-shaped bracket. An open inlet cover is mounted on the upper end of the U-shaped guide box. A guide groove sealing plate is connected to the lower end of the U-shaped guide box. A first mounting plate is mounted on the outer side of the two support plates. A material box that connects to the lower end of the U-shaped guide box is mounted on the first mounting plate. A side plate is sealed on one side of the material box. A pair of parallel material baffles are mounted on the guide rod cylinder. The two material baffles can extend into the guide groove.

[0009] The fixed material preparation mechanism includes an L-shaped mounting plate. A guide chute is obliquely mounted on the lateral side of the L-shaped mounting plate. A fixing block is mounted on the top feed end of the guide chute. A feeding plastic tube communicating with the guide chute is inserted into the fixing block. An air blowing connector is installed next to the top feed end of the guide chute. Several second fiber optic sensors are symmetrically mounted on the upper and lower end faces of the guide chute. Two second mounting plates are mounted on the side of the guide chute. A third guide cylinder is mounted on each of the two second mounting plates. A workpiece spring steel sheet is connected to the third guide cylinder. The spring steel sheet extends into the side slot of the guide chute.

[0010] Furthermore, a clamp is vertically installed on the upper end of the first mounting plate to hold the U-shaped guide box. The clamp consists of two clamp legs that are vertically and symmetrically installed on the upper end of the first mounting plate and sealing blocks that are bolted to the two clamp legs.

[0011] Furthermore, a lower plate is installed on the lower end face of the slide cylinder, and a toggle block is installed on one end of the lower plate.

[0012] Furthermore, a first proximity switch and a second proximity switch are respectively installed on the outer side of the material box, and a first fiber optic sensor is installed on the guide chute sealing plate.

[0013] Furthermore, a second guide cylinder is installed on the longitudinal side of the L-shaped mounting plate, and a guide rod seat is installed on the lower side of the second guide cylinder. A guide rod is inserted into the guide rod seat, and one end of the guide rod is installed on the side of the L-shaped mounting plate.

[0014] Furthermore, a bracket is installed at the lower end of the guide rod seat, and the bracket is installed on the fixed square tube.

[0015] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention also provides a working mode of a cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device, for use with the above-mentioned cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device, comprising the following steps:

[0016] S1, the cup-shaped plug is inserted from the feeding plastic tube into the guide slide. When the required quantity is reached, the second fiber optic sensor gives a corresponding signal to indicate that the material preparation is complete. The third guide cylinder pushes the spring steel plate to block the cup-shaped plug from continuing to slide down.

[0017] S2, when the press moves to the designated position, the second guide cylinder pushes the guide chute into place, so that the discharge end of the guide chute is aligned with the inlet cover plate, and feeding begins. The third guide cylinder drives the spring steel sheet to retract, and compressed air enters the guide chute from the air blowing joint to blow all the cup-shaped plugs through the opening on the inlet cover plate into the U-shaped guide box.

[0018] S3, after the cup-shaped plug enters the U-shaped guide box, the guide rod cylinder pushes the material baffle to stop the cup-shaped plug from falling. When the required quantity is reached, the first fiber optic sensor gives a corresponding signal to indicate that the feeding is complete.

[0019] S4, the first guide cylinder drives the U-shaped guide box and the material box to move to a position below the press head of the press;

[0020] S5, through the guide rod cylinder, drives the upper and lower material baffles to alternately move, one extending and the other retracting, to control the feeding of the cup-shaped plug;

[0021] S6 will push the cup-shaped plug forward to the accurate position of the slot in the material box by driving the sliding cylinder to the actuating block, so that the pressure head can pick up the cup-shaped plug.

[0022] Furthermore, in step S2, the two spring steel plates can extend or retract simultaneously, or one can extend while the other retracts alternately to control the feeding of the cup-shaped plug.

[0023] Furthermore, 9, after the feeding is completed in step S3, the moving feeding mechanism moves away and step S1 is repeated, the fixed material preparation mechanism feeds again, that is, the required number of cup-shaped plugs for the next batch is prepared.

[0024] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device and its working method, which has the following advantages: The cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device is designed with automation. First, the material is prepared by a fixed material preparation mechanism, and then the prepared material is added into the mobile feeding mechanism. While the mobile feeding mechanism moves and places a batch of cup-shaped plugs in a designated position, the fixed material preparation mechanism can simultaneously prepare to add the next batch of cup-shaped plugs, realizing continuous operation, improving work efficiency and reducing labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the moving feeding mechanism in this invention;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a front view of the moving feeding mechanism in this invention;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a top view of the moving feeding mechanism in this invention;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a left view of the moving feeding mechanism in this invention;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a front view of the material preparation mechanism in this invention;

[0031] Figure 6 This is a top view of the material preparation mechanism in this invention;

[0032] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the material preparation mechanism in this invention;

[0033] Figure 8 This is a formal diagram showing the docking state of the mobile feeding mechanism and the fixed material preparation mechanism in this invention;

[0034] In the diagram: 1. Transition plate; 2. First guide cylinder; 3. Inlet cover plate; 4. Guide trough sealing plate; 5. U-shaped guide box; 6. Material box; 7. First proximity switch; 8. L-shaped bracket; 9. Second proximity switch; 10. Support plate; 11. First mounting plate; 12. Guide rod cylinder; 13. Actuating block; 14. Lower plate; 15. Connecting block; 16. Slide cylinder; 17. Material baffle; 18. Clamping leg; 19. 20. Seal block; 21. Side plate; 22. Slide plate; 23. First fiber optic sensor; 24. Second guide cylinder; 25. Feeding plastic tube; 26. Fixing block; 27. Air blowing connector; 28. Material guide chute; 29. ​​Second fiber optic sensor; 30. Spring steel sheet; 31. Third guide cylinder; 32. L-shaped mounting plate; 33. Guide rod; 34. Guide rod seat; 35. Bracket; 36. Fixed square tube; 37. Second mounting plate. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0036] Example 1:

[0037] This embodiment is a feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press, including a moving feeding mechanism and a fixed material preparation mechanism.

[0038] Please see Figure 1-4 The mobile feeding mechanism includes a slide cylinder 16. A lower plate 14 is mounted on the lower end face of the slide cylinder 16. A toggle block 13 is mounted on one end of the lower plate 14. A pair of slide plates 21 are symmetrically mounted on the slide cylinder 16. Support plates 10 are mounted on each slide plate 21. Connecting blocks 15 are mounted on the two support plates 10. A first guide cylinder 2 is connected to the outer side of the connecting block 15. A guide rod cylinder 12 is installed between the support plates 10. A transition plate 1 is mounted on the first guide cylinder 2. An L-shaped bracket 8 is mounted on the outer side of the connecting block 15. A U-shaped guide box 5 is mounted on the L-shaped bracket 8. The upper end of the U-shaped guide box 5 is equipped with an open inlet cover plate 3. The lower end of the U-shaped guide box 5 is connected to a guide trough sealing plate 4. The outer sides of the two support plates 10 are equipped with a first mounting plate 11. The first mounting plate 11 is equipped with a material box 6 that is connected to the lower end of the U-shaped guide box 5. A side plate 20 is sealed on one side of the material box 6. A pair of parallel material baffles 17 are installed on the guide rod cylinder 12. The two material baffles 17 can extend into the guide trough 4. A first proximity switch 7 and a second proximity switch 9 are respectively installed on the outer side of the material box 6. A first fiber optic sensor 22 is installed on the guide trough sealing plate 4.

[0039] In the above embodiment, a clamp that holds the U-shaped guide box 5 is vertically installed on the upper end of the first mounting plate 11. The clamp consists of two clamp legs 18 that are vertically and symmetrically installed on the upper end of the first mounting plate 11 and sealing blocks 19 that are bolted to the two clamp legs 18.

[0040] Please see Figure 5-8The fixed material preparation mechanism includes an L-shaped mounting plate 31. A guide chute 27 is installed obliquely on the lateral side of the L-shaped mounting plate 31. A fixing block 25 is installed on the top feeding end of the guide chute 27. A feeding plastic tube 24 communicating with the guide chute 27 is inserted into the fixing block 25. An air blowing connector 26 is installed next to the top feeding end of the guide chute 27. Several second fiber optic sensors 28 are symmetrically installed on the upper and lower end faces of the guide chute 27. Two second mounting plates 36 are installed on the side of the guide chute 27. A third guide cylinder 30 is installed on each of the two second mounting plates 36. A workpiece spring steel sheet 29 is connected to the third guide cylinder 30. The spring steel sheet 29 extends into the side groove of the guide chute. A second guide cylinder 23 is installed on the longitudinal side of the L-shaped mounting plate 31. A guide rod seat 33 is installed on the lower side of the second guide cylinder 23. A guide rod 32 is inserted into the guide rod seat 33, and one end of the guide rod 32 is installed on the side of the L-shaped mounting plate 31. A bracket 34 is installed at the lower end of the guide rod seat 33, and the bracket 34 is installed on the fixed square tube 35.

[0041] Example 2:

[0042] This embodiment describes the working mode of a cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device, which is used in the cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device of Embodiment 1, and follows the working principle of Embodiment 1, including the following steps:

[0043] S1, the cup-shaped plug is inserted from the feeding plastic tube 24 into the guiding slide 27. When the required quantity is reached, the second fiber optic sensor 28 gives a corresponding signal to indicate that the material preparation is complete. The third guide cylinder 30 pushes the spring steel plate 29 to block the cup-shaped plug from continuing to slide down.

[0044] S2, when the press moves to the designated position, the second guide cylinder 23 pushes the guide chute 27 into place, so that the discharge end of the guide chute 27 is aligned with the inlet cover plate 3, and feeding begins. The third guide cylinder 30 drives the spring steel sheet 29 to retract, and compressed air enters the guide chute 27 from the air blowing joint 26 to blow all the cup-shaped plugs through the opening on the inlet cover plate into the U-shaped guide box 5.

[0045] S3, when the cup-shaped plug enters the U-shaped guide box 5, the guide rod cylinder 12 pushes the material baffle 17 to stop the cup-shaped plug from falling. When the required quantity is reached, the first fiber optic sensor 22 gives a corresponding signal to indicate that the feeding is complete.

[0046] S4, the first guide cylinder 2 drives the U-shaped guide box 5 and the material box 6 to move to the position below the press head of the press;

[0047] S5, through the guide rod cylinder 12, drives the upper and lower material baffles 17 to alternately move one of them to extend and the other to retract, thereby controlling the feeding of the cup-shaped plug;

[0048] S6, the sliding cylinder 16 drives the actuating block 13 to push the cup-shaped plug forward to the accurate position of the slot in the material box 6 so that the pressure head can pick up the cup-shaped plug.

[0049] In the above implementation, in step S2, the two spring steel plates 29 can extend or retract simultaneously, or one can extend while the other retracts alternately to control the feeding of the cup-shaped plugs; after step S3 indicates that the feeding is complete, the moving feeding mechanism moves away, and step S1 is repeated, the fixed material preparation mechanism feeds again, that is, it prepares the required number of cup-shaped plugs for the next batch.

[0050] In summary,

[0051] The cup-shaped plug press's accompanying feeding device is designed with automation. First, the material is prepared by a fixed material preparation mechanism, and then the prepared material is added to the mobile feeding mechanism. While the mobile feeding mechanism moves and places a batch of cup-shaped plugs in a designated position, the fixed material preparation mechanism can simultaneously prepare to add the next batch of cup-shaped plugs, realizing continuous operation, improving work efficiency, and reducing labor costs.

[0052] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0053] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press, characterized in that: Includes a mobile feeding mechanism and a fixed material preparation mechanism; The mobile feeding mechanism includes a slide cylinder (16), on which a pair of slide plates (21) are symmetrically mounted. Support plates (10) are mounted on each of the two slide plates (21), and connecting blocks (15) are mounted on the two support plates (10). A first guide cylinder (2) is connected to the outer side of the connecting block (15). A guide rod cylinder (12) is installed between the support plates (10). A transition plate (1) is mounted on the first guide cylinder (2). An L-shaped bracket (8) is mounted on the outer surface of the connecting block (15), and a [missing information - likely a component or part] is mounted on the L-shaped bracket (8). The U-shaped guide box (5) has an open inlet cover plate (3) installed on the upper end of the U-shaped guide box (5), and a guide groove sealing plate (4) connected to the lower end of the U-shaped guide box (5). A first mounting plate (11) is installed on the outer side of the two support plates (10). A material box (6) that is connected to the lower end of the U-shaped guide box (5) is installed on the first mounting plate (11). A side plate (20) is sealed on one side of the material box (6). A pair of parallel material baffles (17) are installed on the guide rod cylinder (12). The two material baffles (17) can extend into the guide groove (4). The fixed material preparation mechanism includes an L-shaped mounting plate (31). A guide chute (27) is installed obliquely on the lateral side of the L-shaped mounting plate (31). A fixing block (25) is installed on the top feeding end of the guide chute (27). A feeding plastic tube (24) communicating with the guide chute (27) is inserted in the fixing block (25). An air blowing connector (26) is installed next to the top feeding end of the guide chute (27). A row of several second fiber optic sensors (28) are symmetrically installed on the upper and lower end faces of the guide chute (27). Two second mounting plates (36) are installed on the side of the guide chute (27). A third guide cylinder (30) is installed on each of the two second mounting plates (36). A workpiece spring steel sheet (29) is connected to the third guide cylinder (30). The spring steel sheet (29) extends into the side groove of the guide chute.

2. The accompanying feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper end of the first mounting plate (11) is vertically mounted with a clamp that holds the U-shaped guide box (5). The clamp consists of two clamp legs (18) vertically and symmetrically mounted on the upper end of the first mounting plate (11) and two sealing blocks (19) mounted on the clamp legs (18) by bolts.

3. The accompanying feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press according to claim 1, characterized in that: A lower plate (14) is installed on the lower end face of the slide cylinder (16), and a toggle block (13) is installed on one end of the lower plate (14).

4. The accompanying feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first proximity switch (7) and a second proximity switch (9) are respectively installed on the outer side of the material box (6), and a first fiber optic sensor (22) is installed on the guide trough sealing plate (4).

5. The accompanying feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second guide cylinder (23) is installed on the longitudinal side of the L-shaped mounting plate (31). A guide rod seat (33) is installed on the lower side of the second guide cylinder (23). A guide rod (32) is inserted into the guide rod seat (33). One end of the guide rod (32) is installed on the side of the L-shaped mounting plate (31).

6. The accompanying feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press according to claim 5, characterized in that: A bracket (34) is installed at the lower end of the guide rod seat (33), and the bracket (34) is installed on the fixed square tube (35).

7. A working mode of a cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device, used for employing the cup-shaped plug press accompanying feeding device according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: Includes the following steps: S1, the cup-shaped plug is inserted from the feeding plastic tube (24) into the guide slide (27). When the required quantity is reached, the second fiber optic sensor (28) gives a corresponding signal indicating that the material preparation is completed. The third guide cylinder (30) pushes the spring steel plate (29) to block the cup-shaped plug from continuing to slide down. S2, when the press moves to the designated position, the second guide cylinder (23) pushes the guide chute (27) into place, so that the discharge end of the guide chute (27) is aligned with the inlet cover plate (3) and the feeding begins. The third guide cylinder (30) drives the spring steel sheet (29) to retract, and compressed air enters the guide chute (27) from the air blowing connector (26) to blow all the cup-shaped plugs through the opening on the inlet cover plate into the U-shaped guide box (5); S3, when the cup-shaped plug enters the U-shaped guide box (5), the guide rod cylinder (12) pushes the material baffle (17) to stop the cup-shaped plug from falling. When the required quantity is reached, the first fiber optic sensor (22) gives a corresponding signal to indicate that the feeding is complete. S4, the first guide cylinder (2) drives the U-shaped guide box (5) and the material box (6) to move to a position below the press head of the press; S5, through the guide rod cylinder (12) drive the upper and lower material baffles (17) to alternately move one to extend and the other to retract, thereby controlling the feeding of the cup-shaped plug; S6, the sliding cylinder (16) drives the actuating block (13) to push the cup-shaped plug forward to the accurate position of the slot of the material box (6) so that the pressure head can pick up the cup-shaped plug.

8. The working method of the accompanying feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press according to claim 7, characterized in that: In step S2, the two spring steel plates (29) can extend or retract simultaneously, or one can extend while the other retracts alternately to control the feeding of the cup-shaped plug.

9. The working method of the accompanying feeding device for a bowl-shaped plug press according to claim 7, characterized in that: After the material feeding is completed in step S3, the moving feeding mechanism moves away and step S1 is repeated, and the fixed material preparation mechanism feeds again, thus preparing the required number of cup-shaped plugs for the next batch.

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