An automated equipment for positioning, cutting, and welding of inclined web members

Abstract

This application provides an automated equipment for positioning, cutting, and welding inclined web members, relating to the field of welding technology. The equipment includes: a control panel, an arc light shield, a feeding table, a buffer-type blanking device, a dedicated machine body, and a welding power source. The entire equipment is controlled via the control panel. The inclined web member enters the dedicated machine body from the feeding table, where it undergoes positioning, cutting, and welding. After processing, the buffer-type blanking device ejects the member. The welding power source supplies power to the welding process, which is protected by the arc light shield. This application solves the technical problems of discontinuous cutting and welding processes and insufficient precision in manual welding during traditional inclined web member processing, achieving the technical effect of improving the processing efficiency and welding precision of inclined web members.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of welding technology, specifically to an automated equipment for positioning, cutting and welding of inclined web members. Background Technology

[0002] Diagonal web members are a common type of component in steel structures. They are typically used to connect main beams and secondary beams, transfer horizontal loads, and provide overall structural stability. The geometry of diagonal web members is usually inclined to accommodate the geometric layout and load path of the structure.

[0003] The processing of diagonal web members includes material cutting, bending, end processing, and welding. Each process is relatively independent, lacking an integrated continuous flow. Whether welding is done manually or using welding equipment (such as the "Assembly Welding Equipment Without Diagonal Web Members" patent number CN111618464B), precise cutting of the diagonal web members is required before welding. The independent cutting and welding processes lead to time-consuming material transfer between them, affecting production efficiency and process coordination. Furthermore, during welding, the members are fixed and cannot be moved, relying mostly on manual operation. Manual welding is difficult for prolonged overhead and vertical welding, and the thermal deformation during welding also affects welding accuracy. While some welding equipment uses robotic arms for automation, improving accuracy, the high purchase and maintenance costs, complex control programming, and limited load capacity restrict their long-term production application. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides an automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members, which solves the technical problems of discontinuous cutting and welding processes in traditional inclined web member processing and difficulty in ensuring the accuracy of manual welding, thereby achieving the technical effect of improving the processing efficiency and welding accuracy of inclined web members.

[0005] In view of the above problems, this application provides an automated equipment for positioning, cutting and welding of inclined web members. The equipment includes: a control panel for controlling the equipment; an arc light protection cover for protecting the processing; a discharge table including a conveyor frame, a first corner seat, a proximity switch bracket, a first inclined web member and a baffle, wherein the first corner seat is symmetrically fixed to the top of the square tube of the conveyor frame, the baffle is fixed to the inner side of the first corner seat, the first inclined web member is placed on the upper surface of the conveyor frame, and the proximity switch bracket is fixed to one end of the conveyor frame; and a buffer-type blanking device including a base, a buffer block, a pin, a second corner seat, a threaded rod and a spring, wherein the second corner seat is fixed to one end of the base. The buffer block is connected to the second corner seat via the pin. The threaded rod is symmetrically fixed at both ends of the base, and the spring is fixedly connected to the threaded rod. The main body of the special-purpose machine includes a jump-grabbing module, a centering and positioning module, a boring and milling cutting module, a casting platform, a process inspection module, and a welding module. The jump-grabbing module is used to move the inclined lever. The casting platform is used to support the main body of the special-purpose machine. The boring and milling cutting module and the welding module are symmetrically fixed at one end of the casting platform. The process inspection module is fixed to the casting platform via bolts. The centering and positioning module and the boring and milling cutting module are correspondingly fixed at both ends of the casting platform. A welding power source is used to provide electrical energy to the welding module of the equipment.

[0006] Preferably, the jump grabbing module includes: a motor, a first motor shaft, a second motor shaft, a third motor shaft, a swing arm, a shaft, a bracket, and a third corner seat. The bracket and the swing arm are connected to the first motor shaft or the second motor shaft and the third motor shaft via the shaft, and are fixed in the reserved hole of the third corner seat. The motor is connected to the first motor shaft via a synchronous belt.

[0007] Preferably, the centering and positioning module includes a linear slide rail, a first sliding plate, a centering angle seat, a first V-shaped positioning block, a centering clamping cylinder, a reference stop, and a positioning stop. The first sliding plate slides on the upper surface of the linear slide rail and is fixed to one side of the centering angle seat. The reference stop is fixed to the top of the centering angle seat, the positioning stop is fixed to the running direction end of the centering clamping cylinder, and the first V-shaped positioning block is fixed to the surface of the centering angle seat.

[0008] Preferably, the boring and milling cutting module includes a spindle motor, a spindle, a second inclined web member, a slide table motor, a slide rail, a slide table base, a slide table, a first limit switch, a photoelectric sensor, a positioning fixture, a centering vise, and a cutter head. The slide rail is fixed to the upper surface of the slide table base, and the slide table slides on the surface of the slide rail. The slide table motor is connected to the slide table. The spindle is fixed to the side of the slide table, and the spindle motor is connected to the spindle. The centering vise is fixed to the casting platform. The positioning fixture is connected to the centering vise by bolts. The second inclined web member is placed in the positioning fixture. The cutter head is symmetrically fixed at both ends of the spindle. The first limit switch and the photoelectric sensor are fixed to the slide table.

[0009] Preferably, the process inspection module includes a support plate, a second sliding plate, an inspection corner seat, a detection block, an inspection cylinder, a displacement sensor, and a second V-shaped positioning block. The support plate is fixed to the casting platform by bolts, the sliding plate slides on the support plate, the inspection corner seat is fixed to the upper surface of the sliding plate, the second V-shaped positioning block is fixed to the inspection corner seat, the displacement sensor is fixed to the upper surface of the inspection corner seat, the detection block is fixed to the upper surface of the inspection corner seat, and the inspection cylinder is fixed to one end of the detection block.

[0010] Preferably, the welding module includes a servo motor, a push rod, a reducer, a welding swing welder, a cylinder, a welding torch, a second limit switch, a welding positioning seat, roller grippers, gripper cylinders, an inductive proximity switch, a welding corner seat, and a connector. The welding corner seat is fixed to the casting platform. The welding positioning seat is fixed to the casting platform by bolts. The gripper cylinder is fixed to the upper surface of the welding positioning seat. The roller grippers are vertically fixed to the side wall of the gripper cylinder. The inductive proximity switch is fixed to the welding corner seat. The servo motor is connected to the push rod of the welding corner seat through the connector. The push rod is fixed to one side of the welding corner seat. The reducer is fixed to the welding corner seat. The second limit switch is fixed to the welding corner seat through a connecting plate. The welding swing welder and the welding torch are fixed to the welding corner seat through a connecting block. The cylinder is connected to the welding torch and is fixed to the upper surface of the welding corner seat.

[0011] Preferably, the conveyor frame includes three sets of bottom square tubes, wherein the three sets of bottom square tubes are arranged at a 15° angle from high to low, and the proximity switch bracket is fixed to the top of the lowest bottom square tube. The proximity switch bracket is used to place the proximity switch contactor.

[0012] Preferably, two rollers are symmetrically arranged at both ends of the roller gripper.

[0013] One or more technical solutions provided in this application have at least the following technical effects or advantages:

[0014] This application describes an automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members, comprising: a control panel, an arc light shield, a feeding table, a buffer-type blanking device, a dedicated machine body, and a welding power source. The entire equipment is controlled via the control panel. The inclined web member automatically slides from the feeding table into the dedicated machine body, and is moved to various functional areas by a jump-grabbing module. It first enters the centering and positioning module for initial positioning and fixing before cutting. After fixing, it enters the boring and milling cutting module to begin cutting both ends of the member. After cutting, it enters the process inspection module to complete the initial positioning and fixing before welding. Finally, it enters the welding module for final welding. After processing, the member is fed out by the buffer-type blanking device, reducing mutual collisions during feeding. Simultaneously, the welding power source ensures power supply during the welding process, and the arc light shield prevents arc radiation during welding, ensuring the safety of the processing.

[0015] In summary, this application integrates cutting and welding processes into a single machine for continuous completion, saving material transfer time between processes and thus improving processing efficiency and coordination between processes. Simultaneously, through coordinated control between the various modules of the dedicated machine, precise positioning and high-precision cutting and welding of the inclined web members are achieved, improving welding accuracy and finished product quality, and significantly enhancing the automation level of inclined web member processing.

[0016] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this application. In order to better understand the technical means of this application and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of this application more obvious and understandable, specific embodiments of this application are given below. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an automated positioning, cutting and welding equipment for inclined web members provided in this application embodiment;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the material unloading platform in an automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a buffer-type blanking device in an automated equipment for positioning, cutting and welding inclined web members, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the main body of a special machine in an automated positioning, cutting and welding equipment for inclined web members, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0021] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the jump gripping module in an automated positioning, cutting and welding equipment for inclined web members, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the centering and positioning module in an automated equipment for positioning, cutting and welding of inclined web members, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the boring and milling module in an automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members provided in this application embodiment;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the process inspection module in an automated equipment for positioning, cutting and welding of inclined web members, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0025] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the welding module in an automated positioning and cutting welding equipment for inclined web members, provided as an embodiment of this application.

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 100-Control panel, 200-Arc light shield, 300-Discharge platform, 400-Buffered material feeder, 500-Main body of the special machine, 600-Welding power source, 310-Conveyor frame, 320-First angle seat, 330-Proximity switch bracket, 340-First inclined web member, 350-Baffle, 410-Base, 420-Buffer block, 430-Pin, 440-Second angle seat, 450-Threaded rod, 460-Spring, 510-Jump. 520 - Gripping module; 530 - Centering and positioning module; 540 - Boring and milling cutting module; 550 - Casting platform; 560 - Process inspection module; 511 - Welding module; 512 - Motor shaft; 513 - Second motor shaft; 514 - Third motor shaft; 515 - Swing arm; 516 - Shaft; 517 - Bracket; 518 - Third angle bracket; 521 - Linear guide rail; 522 - First slide plate; 523 - Centering angle bracket; 524 - First V-shaped positioning block. 525-Centering clamping cylinder, 526-Reference stop, 527-Positioning stop, 531-Spindle motor, 532-Spindle, 533-Second inclined web member, 534-Slide table motor, 535-Slide rail, 536-Slide table base, 537-Slide table, 538-First limit switch, 539-Photoelectric sensor, 5310-Positioning fixture, 5311-Centering vise, 5312-Cutter head, 551-Support plate, 552-Second slide plate, 553-Inspection angle 554-Detection block, 555-Inspection cylinder, 556-Displacement sensor, 557-Second V-type positioning block, 561-Servo motor, 562-Push rod, 563-Reducer, 564-Welding swing welding device, 565-Cylinder, 566-Welding torch, 567-Second limit switch, 568-Welding positioning seat, 569-Roller gripper, 5610-Gripper cylinder, 5611-Inductive proximity switch, 5612-Welding corner seat, 5613-Connector. Detailed Implementation

[0027] This application provides an automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members, which solves the technical problems of discontinuous cutting and welding processes and difficulty in ensuring the accuracy of manual welding in traditional inclined web member processing, thereby achieving the technical effect of improving the processing efficiency and welding accuracy of inclined web members.

[0028] See Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 This application provides an automated equipment for positioning, cutting and welding of inclined web members. The equipment includes: a control panel 100, an arc light shield 200, a material discharge table 300, a buffer-type material dropper 400, a special machine body 500 and a welding power source 600.

[0029] The control panel is used to control the equipment.

[0030] Specifically, the control panel 100 is the main interface for operators to interact with the automated equipment for positioning, cutting, and welding inclined web members, and its layout can be customized according to the actual site conditions. The control panel 100 typically has input devices such as buttons, knobs, and touchscreens. Operators use these input devices to input various control commands to start, stop, or adjust the operation of the equipment. The control panel 100 receives the operator's input through its internal PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and converts it into machine-understandable signals, which are then transmitted via cable or wirelessly to various actuators of the equipment, such as the jump gripping module 510, the centering and positioning module 520, and the welding module 560.

[0031] The arc light shield 200 is used to protect the processing.

[0032] Specifically, the arc light generated during welding contains a large amount of ultraviolet and infrared radiation, which is harmful to human skin and eyes. Prolonged exposure may lead to burns or other health problems. The arc light shield 200 surrounds the welding area to prevent arc light radiation and isolate fumes, thus protecting the safety of operators and the surrounding environment.

[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, the discharge platform 300 includes a conveyor frame 310, a first corner seat 320, a proximity switch bracket 330, a first inclined web member 340, and a baffle 350. The first corner seat 320 is symmetrically fixed to the top of the square tube of the conveyor frame 310. The baffle 350 is fixed to the inner side of the first corner seat 320. The first inclined web member 340 is placed on the upper surface of the conveyor frame 310. The proximity switch bracket 330 is fixed to one end of the conveyor frame 310.

[0034] Furthermore, the conveyor frame 310 described in this embodiment includes three sets of bottom square tubes, wherein the three sets of bottom square tubes are arranged at an angle of 15° from high to low, and the proximity switch bracket 330 is fixed to the top of the bottom square tube with the lowest height. The proximity switch bracket 330 is used to place the proximity switch contactor.

[0035] Specifically, the conveyor frame 310 is the main supporting structure of the unloading platform 300, used to support and convey the inclined web members. The conveyor frame 310 consists of three sets of bottom square tubes with gradually changing heights. These square tubes are arranged according to a certain height difference, forming a 15° inclined surface. Gravity assists the movement of the inclined web members, allowing them to slide naturally or be pushed to the next station during the conveying process. First corner seats 320 and baffles 350 are symmetrically fixed to both sides of the top of each square tube of the conveyor frame 310 via bolts to maintain the balance and stability of the structure. A proximity switch bracket 330 is fixed at the top of the lowest bottom square tube of the conveyor frame 310, that is, at the position where the conveyor frame 310 docks with the main body 500 of the special machine. A proximity switch contactor is fixed on the proximity switch bracket 330, which is used to detect the position or state of the inclined web members to control the conveying process.

[0036] The first inclined web member 340 is the inclined web member to be processed, placed on the upper surface of the conveyor frame 310, waiting to be conveyed to the next processing stage. When the first inclined web member 340 is placed on the conveyor frame 310, due to the inclined arrangement of the bottom square tubes, the inclined web member will slide along the conveyor frame 310 under the action of gravity. The discharge table 300 can hold twenty-five members at a time. These members restrict each other's movement, with the rear members pushing the front members, thus improving the efficiency of member transportation. The baffles 350 on both sides play an auxiliary role in the whole process, guiding or restricting the movement of the inclined web members, ensuring that the inclined web members maintain the correct position during the conveying process and do not deviate from the conveying path. When the inclined web member slides to the position of the proximity switch, the proximity switch is triggered and sends a signal to the control system. When the control system detects that the next process, that is, the main body of the special machine 500, can allow new members to enter, it opens the gate to allow the member to enter the next process. Through the above process, the members can enter the discharge area automatically after processing, thereby reducing manual operation and improving the overall processing efficiency.

[0037] For example, when the rod slides to the position of the proximity switch, if the number of rods inside the machine body 500 reaches the upper limit of five processing rods, the contactor will not transmit the open command, allowing the remaining rods to remain on the conveyor frame 310 to wait for the previous process. If the processing of some rods inside the machine body 500 has been completed, the contactor transmits the open command, allowing the rods on the conveyor frame 310 to slide into the bracket 517 of the machine body 500, thereby completing the entire material discharge process.

[0038] like Figure 3As shown, the buffer-type feeder 400 includes a base 410, a buffer block 420, a pin 430, a second corner seat 440, a threaded rod 450, and a spring 460. The second corner seat 440 is fixed to one end of the base 410. The buffer block 420 is connected to the second corner seat 440 through the pin 430. The threaded rod 450 is symmetrically fixed to both ends of the base 410. The spring 460 is fixedly connected to the threaded rod 450.

[0039] Specifically, the base 410 provides the fundamental support for the entire buffer feeder 400, ensuring structural stability. The buffer block 420 primarily serves a cushioning function, absorbing the impact force during material drop through its material and design, reducing noise and vibration, and protecting materials and equipment. The buffer block 420 is connected via a pin 430 and a second angle bracket 440, allowing it to swing within a certain range during impact, enhancing the cushioning effect. The second angle bracket 440 is used to position and support the buffer block 420. The spring 460 provides elastic support, further enhancing the cushioning effect and ensuring smooth material drop. Threaded rods 450 are symmetrically fixed at both ends of the base 410 and fixedly connected to the spring 460, used to secure the spring 460. The threaded structure also allows adjustment of the spring 460's preload to accommodate the cushioning requirements of different materials.

[0040] When no rod is present, the buffer block 420 is in its initial position, fitting against the front end of the corner bracket. After the rod is processed and transported from the main body 500 of the special machine, it first contacts the buffer block 420. The rod, under force, undergoes a 180° circumferential movement. The buffer block 420, under this force, swings via the pin 430, simultaneously compressing the spring 460. The spring 460 then stretches, causing the buffer block 420 to begin a slow circumferential movement, thus controlling the circumferential movement speed of the rod. This significantly reduces vibration and noise caused by material impact and prevents unnecessary damage to the rod due to excessive falling speed. After the rod leaves, the buffer block 420 and spring 460 are no longer under force and return to their initial state. By adjusting the preload of the spring 460 on the threaded rod 450, the stiffness of the buffer system can be changed to accommodate rods of different weights and shapes, ensuring a smooth and safe material dropping process.

[0041] Through the aforementioned specific structure, the buffer-type blanking device 400 effectively reduces the impact of the inclined web members during the blanking process, protecting the equipment and the finished products.

[0042] like Figure 4As shown, the main body 500 of the special machine includes a jump gripping module 510, a centering and positioning module 520, a boring and milling cutting module 530, a casting platform 540, a process inspection module 550, and a welding module 560. The jump gripping module 510 is used to move the inclined web lever. The casting platform 540 is used to support the main body 500 of the special machine. The boring and milling cutting module 530 and the welding module 560 are symmetrically fixed to one end of the casting platform 540. The process inspection module 550 is fixed to the casting platform 540 by bolts. The centering and positioning module 520 and the boring and milling cutting module 530 are correspondingly fixed to both ends of the casting platform 540.

[0043] Specifically, the jump-grabbing module 510 is responsible for the movement of the inclined lever and is key to connecting various processing units, ensuring efficient flow of the lever in the processing flow. The centering and positioning module 520 is used to precisely adjust the position of the inclined lever to ensure positioning accuracy before cutting. The boring and milling cutting module 530 performs the cutting of the inclined lever, including boring of holes and milling of surfaces, to achieve high-precision cutting. The casting platform 540 is the basic support of the entire special machine body 500, bearing all modules and ensuring the stability of the entire processing process. The process inspection module 550 is fixed to the casting platform 540 by bolts and is used to perform quality inspection during processing to ensure that the processing accuracy of each step meets the standards. The welding module 560 is symmetrically fixed to one end of the casting platform 540 with the boring and milling cutting module 530 and is responsible for welding the inclined lever.

[0044] After the rod enters the main body 500 of the special machine, it is moved to various functional areas by the jump grabbing module 510. First, it enters the centering and positioning module 520 for initial positioning and fixing before cutting. After fixing, it enters the boring and milling cutting module 530 to start cutting both ends of the rod. After cutting is completed, it enters the process inspection module 550 to complete the initial positioning and fixing before welding. Finally, it enters the welding module 560 for the final welding work. Through the efficient collaborative work of the above modules, the main body 500 of the special machine realizes the fully automated processing of the inclined web lever from raw material to finished product. After the rod is processed, it enters the buffer-type blanking device 400.

[0045] The welding power source 600 is used to provide power to the welding module 560 of the equipment. Two welding power sources 600 are provided to meet the power needs of the welding module 560.

[0046] Furthermore, such as Figure 5As shown, the jump grabbing module 510 of this application embodiment includes: a motor 511, a first motor shaft 512, a second motor shaft 513, a third motor shaft 514, a swing arm 515, a shaft 516, a bracket 517, and a third corner seat 518. The bracket 517 and the swing arm 515 are connected to the first motor shaft 512 or the second motor shaft 513 and the third motor shaft 514 through the shaft 516, and are fixed in the reserved hole of the third corner seat 518. The motor 511 is connected to the first motor shaft 512 through a synchronous belt.

[0047] Specifically, motor 511 is the power source for the entire jumping gripping module 510, providing power through rotation to drive the movement of the entire module. The first motor shaft 512, second motor shaft 513, and third motor shaft 514 are the output shafts of motor 511, connected to it via synchronous belts or other transmission methods, transmitting the rotational power of motor 511 to the swing arm 515 and the bracket 517. The swing arm 515 is the component in the jumping gripping module 510 used to perform the gripping action. It is connected to the motor shaft via connecting shaft 516 and swings under the drive of motor 511, thereby achieving the action of gripping and releasing the inclined rod. Shaft 516 connects the swing arm 515 and the bracket 517, transmitting the power from the motor shaft to the swing arm 515 and the bracket 517. The bracket 517 is used to support and fix the rod. The third corner bracket 518 is the fixing point of the entire jump gripping module 510. It fixes the bracket 517 and the swing arm 515 in the appropriate position through the reserved hole.

[0048] After the motor 511 is powered on, it drives the first motor shaft 512 to start rotating via the synchronous belt. The movement of the first motor shaft 512 enables the swing arm 515 and the bracket 517 connected by the shaft to perform a full 360° rotation, thereby moving the rod on the bracket 517 to the predetermined position for each process. When the predetermined position is reached, the proximity switch on the proximity switch bracket 330 will control the motor 511 to stop the power supply, and the swing arm 515 and the bracket 517 will also stop moving, so that the rod reaches the predetermined position.

[0049] By using the jump grabbing module 510, the rods fed from the discharge table 300 can be sent to the predetermined position before each process through the groove left on the bracket 517, realizing the transfer of the rods between the modules of the special machine body 500.

[0050] Furthermore, such as Figure 6As shown, the centering and positioning module 520 of this application embodiment includes a linear slide rail 521, a first sliding plate 522, a centering angle seat 523, a first V-shaped positioning block 524, a centering clamping cylinder 525, a reference stop 526, and a positioning stop 527. The first sliding plate 522 slides on the upper surface of the linear slide rail 521 and is fixed to one side of the centering angle seat 523. The reference stop 526 is fixed to the top of the centering angle seat 523, and the positioning stop 527 is fixed to the running direction end of the centering clamping cylinder 525. The first V-shaped positioning block 524 is fixed to the surface of the centering angle seat 523.

[0051] Specifically, the linear guide rail 521 provides a guide path for the first sliding plate 522, ensuring smooth movement during the positioning process. The first sliding plate 522 slides on the linear guide rail 521, supporting the centering angle seat 523 to achieve horizontal movement. The centering angle seat 523 is the core component of the positioning module, supporting the first V-shaped positioning block 524 and the reference stop 526. The first V-shaped positioning block 524 is used for the initial positioning of the rod; its V-shaped design can adapt to the shape of the rod, providing stable support. The positioning stop 527 is fixed to the running direction end of the centering clamping cylinder 525, directly contacting the rod, and is driven by the centering clamping cylinder 525 to achieve precise clamping of the rod. The reference stop 526 cooperates with the positioning stop 527 to complete the final positioning of the rod.

[0052] The rod is placed on the first V-shaped positioning blocks 524 at both ends of the centering angle seat 523, initially fixing its position. The first sliding plate 522 moves horizontally towards the rod on the linear slide rail 521, ensuring close contact between the V-shaped positioning blocks and the rod. The centering clamping cylinder 525 is activated, pushing the positioning stop 527 towards the reference stop 526 until both stops contact the rod and apply appropriate pressure, completing precise centering and positioning. Before the rod enters the boring and milling cutting module 530, the centering and positioning module 520 performs centering correction on the rod to be machined, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the rod's position.

[0053] Furthermore, such as Figure 7As shown, the boring and milling cutting module 530 of this application embodiment includes a spindle motor 531, a spindle 532, a second inclined web member 533, a slide table motor 534, a slide rail 535, a slide table base 536, a slide table 537, a first limit switch 538, a photoelectric sensor 539, a positioning fixture 5310, a centering vise 5311, and a cutter head 5312. The slide rail 535 is fixed to the upper surface of the slide table base 536, and the slide table 537 slides on the surface of the slide rail 535. The slide table motor 534 is connected to the slide table 537. The main spindle 532 is fixed to the side of the slide table 537, the main spindle motor 531 is connected to the main spindle 532, the centering vise 5311 is fixed to the casting platform 540, the positioning fixture 5310 is connected to the centering vise 5311 by bolts, the second inclined web member 533 is placed in the positioning fixture 5310, the cutter head 5312 is symmetrically fixed at both ends of the main spindle 532, and the first limit switch 538 and the photoelectric sensor 539 are fixed to the slide table 537.

[0054] Specifically, the spindle motor 531 is connected to the spindle 532, driving the spindle 532 to rotate at high speed, which in turn drives the cutter head 5312 to perform cutting operations. The slide motor 534 drives the slide table 537 to move along the slide rail 535, realizing the horizontal positioning and movement of the spindle 532 and the cutter head 5312. The centering vise 5311 is fixed on the casting platform 540 and is used to precisely clamp and position the rod. The positioning fixture 5310 is connected to the centering vise 5311 by bolts, adapting to rods of different sizes and ensuring stable clamping. The second oblique web rod 533 is the rod to be cut and is placed in the positioning fixture 5310. The cutter head 5312 is symmetrically fixed at both ends of the spindle 532 and is equipped with a custom-made tool modified from the A45.02 standard milling cutter head 5312 for cutting. The first limit switch 538 and the photoelectric sensor 539 are used to monitor the position of the slide table 537 and the status of the rod to ensure accurate machining.

[0055] After the rod is aligned and positioned, it is placed in the positioning fixture 5310. The slide motor 534 starts, pushing the slide 537 with the main shaft 532 to move the rod axially towards its position. When the photoelectric sensor 539 detects that the second inclined web rod 533 is in place, it sends a signal to control the pneumatic control device of the centering vise 5311 to open the vise body and allow the rod to enter the slot. After the rod enters the slot, the photoelectric sensor 539 sends another signal to control the vise body to retract, clamping the rod and completing the positioning and fixing.

[0056] After the fixing is completed, the spindle motor 531 starts, driving the foremost cutter head 5312 of the spindle 532 to rotate at high speed, ready for cutting. The slide motor 534 drives the slide 537, and the spindle 532 and cutter head 5312 move horizontally along the axis of the rod to precisely cut the second inclined web rod 533. The cutter head 5312 is customized according to the workpiece's pipe diameter and chamfer size, and the inserts are selected from the Akken ADMX170508R-XM universal standard inserts to achieve the same horizontal cutting of different rods. The uniform cutting tools do not require changes to the cutting parameters when changing inserts, ensuring the stability of the cutting process.

[0057] Through the coordinated operation of the aforementioned components, the boring and milling cutting module 530 can process rods of different sizes and with different bevel requirements, achieving efficient and precise processing of different inclined rods and improving the accuracy of the cutting process.

[0058] Furthermore, such as Figure 8 As shown, the process inspection module 550 of this application embodiment includes a support plate 551, a second sliding plate 552, an inspection corner seat 553, a detection block 554, an inspection cylinder 555, a displacement sensor 556, and a second V-shaped positioning block 557. The support plate 551 is fixed to the casting platform 540 by bolts. The sliding plate slides on the support plate 551. The inspection corner seat 553 is fixed to the upper surface of the sliding plate. The second V-shaped positioning block 557 is fixed to the inspection corner seat 553. The displacement sensor 556 is fixed to the upper surface of the inspection corner seat 553. The detection block 554 is fixed to the upper surface of the inspection corner seat 553. The inspection cylinder 555 is fixed to one end of the detection block 554.

[0059] Specifically, the support plate 551 is bolted to the casting platform 540, providing a stable foundation for the entire process inspection module 550. The second sliding plate 552 slides on the support plate 551, achieving lateral translation and completing the initial positioning of the rod. The inspection corner seat 553 is fixed on the second sliding plate 552, serving as a fixed part of the inspection module, supporting and fixing other inspection components. It carries the second V-shaped positioning block 557, the detection block 554, the inspection cylinder 555, and the displacement sensor 556. The detection block 554 is connected to the inspection cylinder 555, which drives the detection block 554 to move, achieving precise alignment and contact. The displacement sensor 556 monitors the relative position between the detection block 554 and the rod, determining the rod's position. The second V-shaped positioning block 557 is used for the positioning support of the rod.

[0060] After the beveling of the rod is completed, the second sliding plate 552 moves laterally on the support plate 551 to roughly position the rod. At this point, the rod is placed on the second V-shaped positioning block 557, and the inspection cylinder 555 is activated, pushing the detection block 554 towards the rod until it contacts the rod. During the movement of the detection block 554, the displacement sensor 556 receives the position signal of the rod. Based on the signal from the displacement sensor 556, it is determined whether the rod meets the pre-welding position requirements. After inspection, the rod can proceed to the next welding step.

[0061] After the beveling of the member is completed, the process inspection module 550 repositions the member to begin the next welding operation, realizing automatic inspection of the member after processing and ensuring positioning accuracy before welding.

[0062] Furthermore, such as Figure 9 As shown, the welding module 560 in this embodiment includes a servo motor 561, a push rod 562, a reducer 563, a welding swing welding device 564, a cylinder 565, a welding torch 566, a second limit switch 567, a welding positioning seat 568, a roller gripper 569, a gripper cylinder 5610, an inductive proximity switch 5611, a welding corner seat 5612, and a connector 5613. The welding corner seat 5612 is fixed to the casting platform 540, the welding positioning seat 568 is fixed to the casting platform 540 by bolts, the gripper cylinder 5610 is fixed to the upper surface of the welding positioning seat 568, and the roller gripper 569 is vertically fixed to the side of the gripper cylinder 5610. The inductive proximity switch 5611 is fixed to the welding angle bracket 5612. The servo motor 561 is connected to the push rod 562 of the welding angle bracket 5612 through the connector 5613. The push rod 562 is fixed to one side of the welding angle bracket 5612. The reducer 563 is fixed to the welding angle bracket 5612. The second limit switch 567 is fixed to the welding angle bracket 5612 through the connecting plate. The welding swing welder 564 and the welding torch 566 are fixed to the welding angle bracket 5612 through the connecting block. The cylinder 565 is connected to the welding torch 566 and is fixed to the upper surface of the welding angle bracket 5612.

[0063] Furthermore, in the welding module 560 of this application embodiment, two rollers are symmetrically arranged at both ends of the roller gripper.

[0064] Servo motor 561 is the power source for welding module 560, driving push rod 562 and welding angle holder 5612 to move linearly along the axial direction of the rod. Push rod 562 connects servo motor 561 and welding angle holder 5612, transmitting power from servo motor 561 to move welding angle holder 5612. Reducer 563 reduces the speed of servo motor 561 and increases torque for more precise control of welding angle holder 5612's movement. Welding swing device 564 controls the swing of welding torch 566, enabling weld seam tracking during welding. Cylinder 565 pushes welding torch 566 longitudinally for welding at different positions. Welding torch 566 is the tool for welding operations, generating a welding heat source to melt and join metals. Second limit switch 567 detects the position of welding angle holder 5612 along the axial direction of the rod, stopping its movement when the predetermined welding position is reached. The welding positioning seat 568 is fixed on the casting platform 540, providing support for the gripper cylinder 5610. The roller gripper 569 is used to clamp the inclined web member, ensuring stability during the welding process. The gripper cylinder 5610 drives the opening and closing of the roller gripper 569 to clamp or release the member. The inductive proximity switch 5611 detects the longitudinal position of the welding torch 566 and stops its movement when it reaches the predetermined welding position. The welding corner bracket 5612 is the main support structure of the welding module 560, fixed on the casting platform 540, supporting other welding components. The connector 5613 connects the servo motor 561 and the push rod 562, transmitting power.

[0065] Before starting the welding operation, the rod is first placed in the roller gripper 569 of the welding positioning seat 568. Rollers are located at both ends of the gripper. During the rod placement process, the rod slowly enters and is positioned by the sliding of the rollers and the cooperation of the gripper cylinder 5610. Next, the servo motor 561 starts, pushing the welding corner seat 5612 linearly along the rod's axis via the connecting piece 5613 and the push rod 562 until the second limit switch 567 detects that the welding corner seat 5612 has reached the predetermined position, at which point the welding corner seat 5612 stops moving. The cylinder 565 pushes the welding torch 566 and the welding swing welder 564 longitudinally until the inductive proximity switch 5611 receives a signal indicating that the welding torch 566 has reached the predetermined welding position, at which point the longitudinal movement stops. The welding torch 566 begins the welding operation, and the welding swing welder 564 adjusts the swing of the welding torch 566 as needed to achieve a uniform weld.

[0066] Through the above process, the welding module 560 realizes automatic positioning, clamping and welding of the rods to meet the requirements of different rod lengths and welding positions, and to ensure welding quality and welding stability.

[0067] In summary, the automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members provided in this application has the following technical effects:

[0068] This application describes an automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members, comprising: a control panel 100, an arc light shield 200, a material unloading platform 300, a buffer-type blanking device 400, a dedicated machine body 500, and a welding power supply 600. The entire equipment is controlled via the control panel 100. The inclined web member automatically slides from the material unloading platform 300 into the dedicated machine body 500, and is moved to various functional areas by the jump-grabbing module 510. It first enters the centering and positioning module 520 for initial positioning and fixing before cutting. After fixing, it enters the boring and milling cutting module 530 to begin cutting both ends of the member. After cutting, it enters the process inspection module 550 to complete the positioning and fixing before welding. Finally, it enters the welding module 560 for final welding. After processing, the member is fed out by the buffer-type blanking device 400, reducing mutual collisions during feeding. Simultaneously, the welding power supply 600 ensures power supply during welding, and the arc light shield 200 prevents arc light radiation during welding, ensuring the safety of the processing.

[0069] Overall, the embodiments of this application integrate cutting and welding processes into the same machine for continuous completion, saving material transfer time between processes and thus improving processing efficiency and coordination between processes. At the same time, through the coordinated control between the various modules of the special machine body, precise positioning and high-precision cutting and welding of the inclined web members are achieved, improving welding accuracy and finished product quality, and significantly enhancing the automation level of inclined web member processing.

[0070] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. An automated equipment for positioning, cutting, and welding inclined web members, characterized in that, include: A control panel, used to control the equipment; Arc light protection cover, which is used to protect the processing process; The material unloading platform includes a conveyor frame, a first corner seat, a proximity switch bracket, a first inclined web member, and a baffle. The first corner seat is symmetrically fixed to the top of the square tube of the conveyor frame, the baffle is fixed to the inside of the first corner seat, the first inclined web member is placed on the upper surface of the conveyor frame, and the proximity switch bracket is fixed to one end of the conveyor frame. A buffer-type feeder includes a base, a buffer block, a pin, a second corner seat, a threaded rod, and a spring. The second corner seat is fixed to one end of the base. The buffer block is connected to the second corner seat through the pin. The threaded rod is symmetrically fixed to both ends of the base. The spring is fixedly connected to the threaded rod. The main body of the special-purpose machine includes a jump-grabbing module, a centering and positioning module, a boring and milling cutting module, a casting platform, a process inspection module, and a welding module. The jump-grabbing module is used to move the inclined web lever. The casting platform is used to support the main body of the special-purpose machine. The boring and milling cutting module and the welding module are symmetrically fixed to one end of the casting platform. The process inspection module is fixed to the casting platform by bolts. The centering and positioning module and the boring and milling cutting module are correspondingly fixed to both ends of the casting platform. A welding power source, which provides electrical power to the welding module of the equipment.

2. The automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The jump grabbing module includes: a motor, a first motor shaft, a second motor shaft, a third motor shaft, a swing arm, a shaft, a bracket, and a third corner seat. The bracket and the swing arm are connected to the first motor shaft or the second motor shaft and the third motor shaft through the shaft, and are fixed in the reserved hole of the third corner seat. The motor is connected to the first motor shaft through a synchronous belt.

3. The automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The centering and positioning module includes a linear slide rail, a first sliding plate, a centering angle seat, a first V-shaped positioning block, a centering clamping cylinder, a reference stop, and a positioning stop. The first sliding plate slides on the upper surface of the linear slide rail and is fixed to one side of the centering angle seat. The reference stop is fixed to the top of the centering angle seat, the positioning stop is fixed to the running direction end of the centering clamping cylinder, and the first V-shaped positioning block is fixed to the surface of the centering angle seat.

4. The automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The boring and milling cutting module includes a spindle motor, a spindle, a second inclined web member, a slide table motor, a slide rail, a slide table base, a slide table, a first limit switch, a photoelectric sensor, a positioning fixture, a centering vise, and a cutter head. The slide rail is fixed to the upper surface of the slide table base, and the slide table slides on the surface of the slide rail. The slide table motor is connected to the slide table. The spindle is fixed to the side of the slide table, and the spindle motor is connected to the spindle. The centering vise is fixed to the casting platform. The positioning fixture is connected to the centering vise by bolts. The second inclined web member is placed in the positioning fixture. The cutter head is symmetrically fixed at both ends of the spindle. The first limit switch and the photoelectric sensor are fixed to the slide table.

5. The automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The process inspection module includes a support plate, a second sliding plate, an inspection corner seat, a detection block, an inspection cylinder, a displacement sensor, and a second V-shaped positioning block. The support plate is fixed to the casting platform by bolts, the sliding plate slides on the support plate, the inspection corner seat is fixed to the upper surface of the sliding plate, the second V-shaped positioning block is fixed to the inspection corner seat, the displacement sensor is fixed to the upper surface of the inspection corner seat, the detection block is fixed to the upper surface of the inspection corner seat, and the inspection cylinder is fixed to one end of the detection block.

6. The automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The welding module includes a servo motor, a push rod, a reducer, a welding swing welder, a cylinder, a welding torch, a second limit switch, a welding positioning seat, roller grippers, gripper cylinders, an inductive proximity switch, a welding corner seat, and connecting parts. The welding corner seat is fixed to the casting platform. The welding positioning seat is fixed to the casting platform by bolts. The gripper cylinder is fixed to the upper surface of the welding positioning seat. The roller grippers are vertically fixed to the side wall of the gripper cylinder. The inductive proximity switch is fixed to the welding corner seat. The servo motor is connected to the push rod of the welding corner seat through the connecting parts. The push rod is fixed to one side of the welding corner seat. The reducer is fixed to the welding corner seat. The second limit switch is fixed to the welding corner seat through a connecting plate. The welding swing welder and the welding torch are fixed to the welding corner seat through a connecting block. The cylinder is connected to the welding torch and is fixed to the upper surface of the welding corner seat.

7. The automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The conveyor frame includes three sets of bottom square tubes, which are arranged at a 15° angle from high to low. The proximity switch bracket is fixed to the top of the lowest bottom square tube and is used to place the proximity switch contactor.

8. The automated positioning, cutting, and welding equipment for inclined web members as described in claim 6, characterized in that, Two rollers are symmetrically arranged at both ends of the roller gripper.

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