Logistics processing equipment and installation method thereof

Abstract

A logistics processing apparatus and a method of installing the same are provided. The logistics processing equipment comprises an upper structure arranged in the assembly line; a track side storage device (STB) mounted on the superstructure; and a connection structure that couples the STB and the superstructure together, where the connection structure and the superstructure are coupled in a one-touch manner.

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims the priority of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2023-0099329 filed on Jul. 31, 2023 in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, and the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety for all rights arising under 35 U.S.C. 119. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure relates to logistics processing equipment and installation methods thereof. Background Art

[0004] In logistics processing, a side track buffer (STB) is installed using a simple bolt and nut fastening structure, and the amount of labor required for its installation is high. In addition, only skilled workers can work on such STBs. Therefore, it is necessary to design a method that allows domestic personnel responsible for handling STBs and overseas personnel responsible for handling STBs to perform their tasks more easily and quickly. Summary of the invention

[0005] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a logistics handling equipment includes: an upper structure arranged in an assembly line; a track side storage device (STB) installed on the upper structure; and a connecting structure connecting the STB to the upper structure, wherein the connecting structure and the upper structure are connected in a one-touch manner.

[0006] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a logistics processing equipment includes: a controller; an upper structure arranged in an assembly line; an STB arranged in the assembly line; and a connecting structure connecting the STB to the upper structure, wherein the connecting structure and the upper structure are connected in a one-touch manner, the connecting structure is installed on the STB and then moved to a position corresponding to the upper structure so as to be installed on the upper structure, the connecting structure is equipped with an electromagnet component, and the connecting structure is connected to the upper structure in a one-touch manner through the electromagnet component, the controller is interlocked with the electromagnet component of the connecting structure, the controller controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet component by power supply, the upper structure includes a mounting plate arranged on the ceiling of the assembly line, and the electromagnet component is connected to the mounting plate.

[0007] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a method for installing logistics handling equipment includes: preparing a STB; installing a connecting structure on the STB; moving the STB to a position corresponding to an upper structure; and installing the STB on the upper structure through the connecting structure.

[0008] According to the above-described embodiments and other embodiments of the present disclosure, there are one or more of the following effects.

[0009] First, STBs for logistics processing can be installed efficiently.

[0010] Second, by improving the simple connection structure of the STB, the installation work can be facilitated for workers.

[0011] Third, it enables domestic personnel who handle STBs and overseas personnel who handle STBs to perform installation work more easily and quickly.

[0012] Fourth, from the viewpoint of installation, it is possible to provide an STB having a structure capable of satisfying adhesion with an electromagnet and a safety factor.

[0013] Fifth, the labor for installing and disassembling the STB can be reduced (for example, the installation time per set can be reduced from 20 minutes to 5 minutes).

[0014] It should be noted that the effects of the present disclosure are not limited to those described above, and other effects of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following description. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The above and other aspects and features of the present disclosure will become more apparent by describing in detail exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0016] Figure 1 is a diagram illustrating a logistics processing device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0017] Figure 2 It is a graphic Figure 1 A diagram of the structure of the logistics processing equipment;

[0018] Figure 3 and Figure 4 It is a graphic Figure 1 A diagram showing the installation status of the logistics processing equipment;

[0019] Figure 5 It is a graphic Figure 1 A diagram showing the control status of the logistics processing equipment;

[0020] Figure 6 It is used to explain Figure 1 Reference diagram of logistics handling equipment;

[0021] Figure 7 It is used to explain Figure 1 Reference tables of logistics handling equipment; and

[0022] Figure 8 It is a graphic Figure 1 A flow chart of sequential steps of a method for installing a logistics handling equipment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. With reference to the exemplary embodiments described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, the advantages and features of the present disclosure and the methods for achieving these advantages and features will become apparent. However, the present disclosure is not limited to the exemplary embodiments disclosed below, but may be implemented in various different forms, which are provided only to make the present disclosure complete and allow those skilled in the art to fully recognize the scope of the present disclosure, and the present disclosure is limited only by the scope of the claims. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals represent the same components.

[0024] Spatially relative terms, such as "below," "under," "down," "above," "upper," and the like, may be used to facilitate describing the relationship between one object or component and another object or component as shown in the drawings. These spatially relative terms should be understood to encompass different orientations of the subject matter in use or operation in addition to the orientation depicted in the drawings. For example, if the subject matter in the drawings is turned over, an object described as being "below" or "beneath" another object may be above the other object. Thus, the exemplary term "below" may include both upward and downward directions. Objects may be oriented in other directions, and thus the spatially relative terms may be interpreted based on the orientation.

[0025] Although terms such as "first", "second", etc. are used to describe various objects, components and / or parts, these objects, components and / or parts should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one object, component or part from another object, component or part. Therefore, the "first" object, component or part mentioned below in the technical spirit of the present invention may be a "second" object, component or part.

[0026] The terms used in this specification are only used to describe the purpose of specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention. In this specification, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is also intended to include the plural form. The terms "include" and / or "comprise" when used in this specification stipulate that there are stated features, steps, operations, elements and / or parts, but do not exclude the existence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, parts and / or their groups. Unless otherwise specified, all terms used in this article (including technical terms and scientific terms) can be understood to have the meaning commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the field to which the present invention belongs. Unless otherwise clearly specified, the terms defined in the commonly used dictionary should be interpreted as having standard meanings, and must not be excessively or excessively interpreted.

[0027] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same or corresponding components are given the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0028] Figure 1 A logistics handling device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated. Figure 2 Pictured Figure 1 Detailed structure of logistics handling equipment.

[0029] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The logistics processing equipment 100 (hereinafter referred to as “equipment 100 ”) includes a side track buffer (STB) 110 , a connecting structure 120 , an upper structure 130 and a controller 140 .

[0030] Each connection structure 120 includes a lower connection portion 121 , an intermediate connection portion 122 and an electromagnet component 123 . The upper structure 130 includes a mounting plate 131 and a screw member 132 .

[0031] Here, the upper structure 130 is provided in a flow line for material flow processing, and a plurality of STBs 110 are mounted on the upper structure 130 .

[0032] The connection structure 120 couples the STB 110 and the upper structure 130. The connection structure 120 and the upper structure 130 are coupled in a one-touch manner.

[0033] Figure 3 and Figure 4 Pictured Figure 1 The installation status of logistics handling equipment. Figure 5 Pictured Figure 1 The control status of logistics handling equipment.

[0034] refer to Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 , the connection structure 120 is moved to a position corresponding to the upper structure 130 after being mounted on the STB 110 , and is then mounted on the upper structure 130 .

[0035] The connection structure 120 is equipped with an electromagnet part 123 , and is coupled to the upper structure 130 in a one-touch manner through the electromagnet part 123 .

[0036] Here, the controller 140 is interlocked with the electromagnet part 123 of the connection structure 120 , and controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 through power supply.

[0037] For example, the controller 140 may be mounted to interlock with the electromagnet component 123 when the STB 110 is coupled to the upper structure 130 via the connection structure 120 .

[0038] In addition, the controller 140 acquires in advance a required magnetic coupling force, which is a magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 required for coupling the STB 110 to the upper structure 130 through the connection structure 120 .

[0039] Here, the controller 140 acquires a predetermined safety factor information value required for mounting the STB 110 on the upper structure 130. Then, the controller 140 controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 to satisfy the safety factor information value.

[0040] Here, the controller 140 may set the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 in stages between a minimum value and a maximum value based on the safety factor information value. The mounting plate 131 of the upper structure 130 is disposed on the ceiling 10 of the assembly line.

[0041] The electromagnet part 123 of the upper structure 130 is coupled to a mounting plate 131. The mounting plate 131 is mounted on the ceiling 10 of the production line through a plurality of screw members 132 spaced apart from each other.

[0042] Furthermore, the connection structure 120 may be coupled in a one-touch manner by entering and contacting the spaced areas 130H between the screw members 132 .

[0043] Figure 6 It is used to explain Figure 1 Reference diagram of logistics handling equipment. Figure 7 Shown for explanation Figure 1 Reference table of logistics handling equipment.

[0044] refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7Conventionally, a plurality of workers may board the lift 50', hold the STB 110', and then may install and fasten the STB 110' to the ceiling 10 of the assembly line by a simple screwing method or the like.

[0045] Therefore, there are problems of reduced installation accuracy and extended installation time. Compared with the existing logistics handling equipment, on the contrary, according to the device 100, the total process including fixing the STB 110 with the electric lifter, fixing the STB 110 on the raceway with a turnbuckle at one time, lowering the electric lifter, etc. can be significantly reduced.

[0046] Figure 8 Picture shows Figure 1 The sequential steps of the installation method of the logistics handling equipment. Figure 8 The installation method S100 of the device 100 begins with a step S110 of preparing the STB 110. In step S120, the connection structure 120 is installed on the STB 110.

[0047] In step S130, the STB 110 is moved to a position corresponding to the upper structure 130. In step S140, the STB 110 is mounted on the upper structure 130 via the connection structure 120.

[0048] The connection structure 120 and the upper structure 130 are coupled in a one-touch manner. The connection structure 120 is equipped with an electromagnet part 123, and the connection structure 120 is coupled to the upper structure 130 in a one-touch manner through the electromagnet part 123.

[0049] In addition, the controller 140 is interlocked with the electromagnet part 123 of the connection structure 120 , and the controller 140 controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 through power supply.

[0050] The controller 140 is installed to interlock with the electromagnet member 123 when the STB 110 is coupled to the upper structure 130 through the connection structure 120 .

[0051] In addition, the controller 140 acquires in advance a required magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 required for coupling the STB 110 to the upper structure 130 through the connection structure 120 .

[0052] The controller 140 acquires a predetermined safety factor information value required for mounting the STB 110 on the upper structure 130. The controller 140 controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 based on the required magnetic coupling force to satisfy the safety factor information value.

[0053] Here, the controller 140 may set the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet part 123 hierarchically between a minimum value and a maximum value based on the safety factor information value. The mounting plate 131 of the upper structure 130 is disposed on the ceiling 10 of the assembly line. The electromagnet part 123 is coupled to the mounting plate 131.

[0054] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the accompanying drawings, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without changing the technical spirit or essential features of the present invention. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be considered in all aspects to be illustrative rather than restrictive.

Claims

1. A logistics processing device, comprising: A superstructure disposed within the assembly line; a side track storage device (STB) mounted on the superstructure; and a connecting structure connecting the STB to the superstructure, Wherein, the connection structure and the upper structure are connected in a one-touch manner.

2. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 1, wherein: The connection structure is mounted on the STB, and then moved to a position corresponding to the upper structure so as to be mounted on the upper structure.

3. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 1, wherein: The connection structure is equipped with an electromagnet component, and the connection structure is coupled to the upper structure in a one-touch manner through the electromagnet component.

4. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 3, further comprising: A controller interlocked with the electromagnet component of the connection structure, the controller controlling the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet component through power supply.

5. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 4, wherein: The controller is installed to be interlocked with the electromagnet member in a state in which the STB is coupled to the upper structure through the connection structure.

6. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 4, wherein: The controller acquires in advance a required magnetic coupling force, which is a magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet component required for coupling the STB to the upper structure through the connection structure.

7. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 6, wherein: The controller acquires a predetermined safety factor information value required for mounting the STB on the upper structure, and the controller controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet member to satisfy the safety factor information value based on the required magnetic coupling force.

8. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 7, wherein: The controller sets the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet member in stages between a minimum value and a maximum value based on the safety factor information value.

9. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 3, wherein: The superstructure includes a mounting plate disposed on the ceiling of the assembly line, and The electromagnet component is coupled to the mounting plate.

10. The logistics processing equipment according to claim 9, wherein: The mounting plate is mounted on the ceiling by a plurality of screw members spaced apart from each other, and The connection structure is coupled in a one-touch manner by contacting the spaced area between the screwing members.

11. A logistics processing device, comprising: Controller; A superstructure disposed within the assembly line; A track side storage device (STB) disposed in the assembly line; and a connecting structure connecting the STB to the superstructure, in, The connecting structure and the upper structure are connected in a one-touch manner, The connecting structure is mounted on the STB and then moved to a position corresponding to the upper structure so as to be mounted on the upper structure, The connecting structure is equipped with an electromagnet component, and the connecting structure is coupled to the upper structure in a one-touch manner through the electromagnet component, The controller is interlocked with the electromagnet component of the connection structure, and the controller controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet component through power supply, The superstructure includes a mounting plate disposed on the ceiling of the assembly line, and The electromagnet component is coupled to the mounting plate.

12. A method for installing logistics processing equipment, comprising: Prepare the side track storage unit (STB); Installing a connection structure on the STB; Moving the STB to a position corresponding to the upper structure; as well as The STB is mounted on the upper structure via the connecting structure.

13. The installation method according to claim 12, wherein: The connection structure and the upper structure are coupled in a one-touch manner.

14. The installation method according to claim 12, wherein: The connection structure is equipped with an electromagnet component, and the connection structure is coupled to the upper structure in a one-touch manner through the electromagnet component.

15. The installation method according to claim 14, further comprising: A controller is interlocked with the electromagnet component of the connection structure, and the controller controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet component through power supply.

16. The installation method according to claim 15, wherein: The controller is installed to be interlocked with the electromagnet member in a state where the STB is coupled to the upper structure through the connection structure.

17. The installation method according to claim 15, wherein: The controller acquires in advance a required magnetic coupling force, which is a magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet component required for coupling the STB to the upper structure through the connection structure.

18. The installation method according to claim 17, wherein: The controller acquires a predetermined safety factor information value required for mounting the STB on the upper structure, and the controller controls the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet member to satisfy the safety factor information value based on the required magnetic coupling force.

19. The installation method according to claim 18, wherein: The controller sets the magnetic coupling force of the electromagnet member in stages between a minimum value and a maximum value based on the safety factor information value.

20. The installation method according to claim 18, wherein: The superstructure includes a mounting plate disposed on the ceiling of the assembly line, and The electromagnet component is coupled to the mounting plate.

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