A can-moving chain for a can-transporting mechanism and a cleaning mechanism thereof

Abstract

The present invention discloses a can-pushing chain and a cleaning mechanism for a can conveying mechanism, and relates to the technical field of can production lines. The present invention comprises a mounting frame, a can-pushing chain mechanism and a cleaning mechanism; the mounting frame comprises a support frame assembly, a fixed block, and a support mechanism; a fixed block is fixedly mounted on the support frame assembly, and a support mechanism is fixedly mounted on the fixed block; a can-pushing chain mechanism is assembled on the support mechanism; a cleaning mechanism is fixedly mounted on the can-pushing chain mechanism of the support mechanism; the cleaning mechanism comprises a cleaning nozzle, a cleaning pipeline and a pipeline bracket; the pipeline bracket is fixedly mounted on the support mechanism, a cleaning pipeline is fixedly mounted on the pipeline bracket, and a cleaning nozzle is fixedly mounted on the end of the cleaning pipeline. The present invention can achieve the function of all-round coverage of cleaning of the sliding can plate and the can-pushing chain through the action of the can-pushing chain mechanism and the cleaning mechanism, and has the advantages of fully cleaning sanitary dead corners and meeting high sanitary requirements.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of can production lines, and in particular relates to a can moving chain for a can conveying mechanism and a cleaning mechanism thereof. Background Art

[0002] In a can filling and sealing production line, filled cans are transported evenly and stably to the can seamer via a conveying mechanism's can-feeding chain. The stability of this conveying process directly impacts both product quality and production line efficiency.

[0003] Canned products are commonly used in the food and beverage packaging industry, which has high requirements for the hygiene of production equipment. During the production process, the filling materials that are easy to spill can easily accumulate in the canning chain, can sliding plate and other parts, which can easily cause food safety risks.

[0004] In response to the above-mentioned problem that the filling material is easily accumulated in the can-moving chain, the can-sliding plate and other parts, thereby causing food safety risks, the present invention designs a can-moving chain for a can-transporting mechanism and a cleaning mechanism thereof. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a cup-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism for a cup-transporting mechanism. Through the functions of the cup-moving chain mechanism and the cleaning mechanism, all-round coverage and cleaning of the cup-sliding plate can be achieved; at the same time, a cleaning nozzle of the cup-moving chain can be added to fully and thoroughly clean the sanitary dead corners that are most likely to breed microorganisms, so as to meet higher hygiene requirements and solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the present invention is achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0007] The present invention relates to a can-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism thereof for a can-transporting mechanism, comprising a mounting frame, a can-moving chain mechanism and a cleaning mechanism; the mounting frame comprises a support frame assembly, a fixed block and a support mechanism; a fixed block is fixedly mounted on the support frame assembly, and a support mechanism is fixedly mounted on the fixed block; a can-moving chain mechanism is assembled on the support mechanism; a plurality of cleaning mechanisms are fixedly mounted on the support mechanism at the can-moving chain mechanism; cans are fitted on the can-moving chain mechanism; the cleaning mechanism comprises a cleaning nozzle, a cleaning pipeline and a pipeline bracket; the pipeline bracket is fixedly mounted on the support mechanism, a cleaning pipeline is fixedly mounted on the pipeline bracket, a cleaning nozzle is fixedly mounted on the end of the cleaning pipeline, and a nozzle of the cleaning nozzle faces the can-moving chain mechanism.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the support frame assembly includes a support column, an upper fixed splint and a lower fixed splint; the upper fixed splint and the lower fixed splint are fixedly installed on the top of the support column respectively; a fixed block is fixedly installed between the upper fixed splint and the lower fixed splint by adjusting bolts; the fixed block is fixedly installed by adjusting bolts, the purpose of which is to be used for retracting and fixing the support mechanism, the pot chain mechanism and the cleaning mechanism as a whole.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the support mechanism includes an outer support plate, an inner support plate, a support bracket and a connecting rod; the inner side surface of the fixed block is fixedly installed with the outer support plate, and the support bracket and the connecting rod are respectively fixedly installed between the outer support plate and the inner support plate.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the inner support plate is fixedly installed with two rows of pipe brackets distributed in two layers on the side close to the cupping chain mechanism; the two layers of cleaning pipes are fixedly connected with a connecting pipe; the pipe bracket located on the upper layer is fixedly installed with the cleaning pipe, and the pipe bracket located on the lower layer is fixedly installed with the connecting pipe; a row of cleaning nozzles are fixedly connected to the two layers of cleaning pipes; the ends of the cleaning pipes are fixedly connected with water supply pipes; a variety of cleaning liquids can be placed in the water supply pipes, and the cleaning nozzles located on the upper and lower layers respectively effectively flush and thoroughly clean the sliding cup plate and the cupping chain; the pipe brackets are used to fix the cleaning pipes.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, two rows of support horizontal columns are fixedly installed on the outer side surface of the outer support plate; and a plurality of support vertical rods are fixed between the two rows of support horizontal columns.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the cup chain mechanism includes a cup chain assembly, a sliding cup assembly and a guardrail assembly; the cup chain assembly is assembled around the top of the outer support plate and the bottom of the support vertical rod, the sliding cup assembly is fixedly mounted on the support plate, and the guardrail assembly is fixedly mounted on the support mechanism; the function of the support vertical rod is to separate the bottom of the cup ring chain from the top of the cup ring chain and maintain a certain distance, so as to stabilize the smooth operation of the cup ring chain.

[0013] As an optimal technical solution of the present invention, the cup-prying chain assembly includes a cup-prying ring chain, a cup-prying chain guide rail and a cup-prying claw; the cup-prying chain guide rail is fixedly installed on the top of the outer support plate and the bottom of the support vertical rod, the internal sliding cooperation of the cup-prying chain guide rail is equipped with the cup-prying ring chain, and the cup-prying claw is fixedly installed on the side of the cup-prying ring chain; the cup-prying ring chain is used to fix the cup-prying claw and provide stable power for the transportation of cans; the cup-prying chain guide rail is used to limit the cup-prying ring chain so that the cup-prying ring chain can move stably; the cup-prying claw is equidistantly distributed on the cup-prying ring chain and directly acts on the circumference of the can, and is used for the can transporting operation to pry the cans.

[0014] As an optimal technical solution of the present invention, the sliding tank assembly includes a sliding tank bottom plate and a sliding tank plate; the sliding tank bottom plate is fixedly installed on the top surface of the supporting plate, and the sliding tank plate is fixedly installed on the top surface of the sliding tank bottom plate; the top surface of the sliding tank plate is provided with a plurality of lubrication grooves and V-shaped grooves, and the sliding tank plate is provided with a lubrication hole on the bottom wall of the lubrication groove, and a lubrication joint is fixedly installed on the bottom of the lubrication hole, and the lubrication joint passes through the sliding tank bottom plate and the supporting plate; the sliding tank bottom plate is used to support the sliding tank plate and increase the strength of the sliding tank plate; the sliding tank plate is used to carry the cans and their sliding; the lubrication joint serves as the interface of the lubrication hole, and the lubrication hole is used for the lubrication liquid channel; the lubrication groove is located on the top surface of the sliding tank plate and stores lubricating liquid, and can also reduce the contact area with the bottom of the can and reduce friction; the V-shaped groove also reduces the contact area with the bottom of the can and reduces friction.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the guardrail assembly includes a guardrail mounting plate, a support column, an inner tank guardrail and an outer tank guardrail; the guardrail mounting plate is fixedly mounted on the top of the support vertical rod; the outer tank guardrail is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the guardrail mounting plate; the support support plate is fixedly mounted with a support column on the inner side of the sliding can assembly, and the inner tank guardrail is fixedly mounted on the top of the support column; the guardrail mounting plate is used for the installation of the can chain guide and the outer tank guardrail; the function of the inner tank guardrail and the outer tank guardrail is to be used for sliding guidance of the cans.

[0016] The present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] The present invention can achieve the function of all-round cleaning of the sliding can plate and the can chain through the functions of the can chain mechanism and the cleaning mechanism, and has the advantages of fully cleaning sanitary dead corners and meeting high sanitary requirements.

[0018] Of course, any product implementing the present invention does not necessarily need to achieve all of the advantages described above at the same time. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for describing the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a can-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 A top view of a partial structure of a can-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the cross section at AA in the middle;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of a partial cross section at AA in the middle;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of a can-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism of the present invention, with the fixed block adjusted downward;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of a can-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism of the present invention, wherein the fixed block is adjusted upward;

[0026] In the accompanying drawings, the components represented by the reference numerals are as follows:

[0027] 1-Mounting frame, 2-Chain mechanism, 3-Cleaning mechanism, 4-Cans, 5-Adjusting bolt, 101-Support frame assembly, 102-Fixed block, 103-Support mechanism, 104-Support column, 105-Upper fixed splint, 106-Lower fixed splint, 107-Outer support plate, 108-Inner support plate, 109-Support tray, 110-Connecting rod, 111-Support horizontal column, 112-Support vertical rod, 201-Chain assembly, 202-Slide Tank assembly, 203-guardrail assembly, 204-tank chain, 205-tank chain guide, 206-tank claw, 207-sliding tank bottom plate, 208-sliding tank plate, 209-lubrication groove, 210-V-groove, 211-lubrication hole, 212-lubrication joint, 213-guardrail mounting plate, 214-support column, 215-inner tank guardrail, 216-outer tank guardrail, 301-cleaning nozzle, 302-cleaning pipeline, 303-pipeline bracket, 304 connecting pipe. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0029] See also Figure 1-6 As shown, the present invention is a can-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism, comprising a mounting frame 1, a can-moving chain mechanism 2 and a cleaning mechanism 3; the mounting frame 1 comprises a support frame assembly 101, a fixed block 102 and a support mechanism 103; a fixed block 102 is fixedly mounted on the support frame assembly 101, and a support mechanism 103 is fixedly mounted on the fixed block 102; the support mechanism 103 is equipped with a can-moving chain mechanism 2; the support mechanism 103 is fixedly mounted with several groups of cleaning mechanisms 3 at the can-moving chain mechanism 2; the can-moving chain mechanism 2 is equipped with cans 4; the cleaning mechanism 3 comprises a cleaning nozzle 301, a cleaning pipeline 302 and a pipeline bracket 303; the pipeline bracket 303 is fixedly mounted on the support mechanism 103, a cleaning pipeline 302 is fixedly mounted on the pipeline bracket 303, a cleaning nozzle 301 is fixedly mounted on the end of the cleaning pipeline 302, and the nozzle of the cleaning nozzle 301 faces the can-moving chain mechanism 2.

[0030] Among them Figure 3-4 As shown, the support frame assembly 101 includes a support column 104, an upper fixed splint 105 and a lower fixed splint 106; the upper fixed splint 105 and the lower fixed splint 106 are fixedly installed on the top of the support column 104 respectively; a fixed block 102 is fixedly installed between the upper fixed splint 105 and the lower fixed splint 106 by adjusting bolts 5; the fixed block 102 is fixedly installed by adjusting bolts 5, the purpose of which is to be used for retracting and fixing the support mechanism 103 and the pot chain mechanism 2 and the cleaning mechanism 3 as a whole.

[0031] Among them Figure 3-4 As shown, the support mechanism 103 includes an outer support plate 107, an inner support plate 108, a support bracket 109 and a connecting rod 110; the outer support plate 107 is fixedly installed on the inner side surface of the fixed block 102, and the support bracket 109 and the connecting rod 110 are fixedly installed between the outer support plate 107 and the inner support plate 108 respectively.

[0032] Among them Figure 3As shown, the inner support plate 108 is fixedly installed with two rows of pipe brackets 303 distributed in two layers on the side close to the cupping chain mechanism 2; a connecting pipe 304 is fixedly connected between the two layers of cleaning pipes 302; the pipe bracket 303 located on the upper layer is fixedly installed with the cleaning pipe 302, and the pipe bracket 303 located on the lower layer is fixedly installed with the connecting pipe 304; a row of cleaning nozzles 301 are fixedly connected to the two layers of cleaning pipes 302; the ends of the cleaning pipes 302 are fixedly connected with water supply pipes; a variety of cleaning liquids can be placed in the water supply pipes, and the cleaning nozzles 301 located on the upper and lower layers respectively effectively flush and thoroughly clean the sliding cup plate 208 and the cupping chain 204; the pipe bracket 303 is used to fix the cleaning pipe 302.

[0033] Among them Figure 3-6 As shown, two rows of support horizontal columns 111 are fixedly installed on the outer side surface of the outer support plate 107; and a plurality of support vertical rods 112 are fixed between the two rows of support horizontal columns 111.

[0034] Among them Figure 3 As shown, the paddle chain mechanism 2 includes a paddle chain assembly 201, a sliding cup assembly 202 and a guardrail assembly 203; the paddle chain assembly 201 is assembled around the top of the outer support plate 107 and the bottom of the support vertical rod 112, the sliding cup assembly 202 is fixedly mounted on the support tray 109, and the guardrail assembly 203 is fixedly mounted on the support mechanism 103; the function of the support vertical rod 112 is to separate the bottom of the paddle chain 204 from the top of the paddle chain 204 and maintain a certain distance to stabilize the smooth operation of the paddle chain 204.

[0035] Among them Figure 3 As shown, the prying chain assembly 201 includes a prying chain 204, a prying chain guide 205 and a prying claw 206; the prying chain guide 205 is fixedly mounted on the top of the outer support plate 107 and the bottom of the support vertical rod 112, and the prying chain guide 205 is internally slidably fitted with the prying chain 204, and the prying claw 206 is fixedly mounted on the side of the prying chain 204; the prying chain 204 is used to fix the prying claw 206 and provide stable power for the transportation of the cans 4; the prying chain guide 205 is used to limit the prying chain 204, so that the prying chain 204 can move stably; the prying claw 206 is equidistantly distributed on the prying chain 204, and directly acts on the sides of the cans 4, and is used for the can transport operation of the can 4 to pry.

[0036] Among them Figure 3As shown, the sliding tank assembly 202 includes a sliding tank bottom plate 207 and a sliding tank plate 208; the sliding tank bottom plate 207 is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the support bracket 109, and the sliding tank plate 208 is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the sliding tank bottom plate 207; the top surface of the sliding tank plate 208 is provided with a plurality of lubrication grooves 209 and V-shaped grooves 210, and the sliding tank plate 208 is provided with a lubrication hole 211 on the bottom wall of the lubrication groove 209, and a lubrication joint 212 is fixedly mounted on the bottom of the lubrication hole 211, and the lubrication joint 212 passes through the sliding tank bottom plate 207 and the support bracket Plate 109; the sliding tank bottom plate 207 is used to support the sliding tank plate 208 and increase the strength of the sliding tank plate 208; the sliding tank plate 208 is used to carry the can 4 and its sliding; the lubrication joint 212 serves as an interface for the lubrication hole 211, and the lubrication hole 211 is used for the lubricating liquid channel; the lubrication groove 209 is located on the top surface of the sliding tank plate 208 and stores the lubricating liquid, and can also reduce the contact area with the bottom of the can 4 and reduce the friction; the V-shaped groove 210 also reduces the contact area with the bottom of the can 4 and reduces the friction.

[0037] Among them Figure 3 As shown, the guardrail assembly 203 includes a guardrail mounting plate 213, a support column 214, an inner tank guardrail 215 and an outer tank guardrail 216; the guardrail mounting plate 213 is fixedly mounted on the top of the support vertical rod 112; the outer tank guardrail 216 is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the guardrail mounting plate 213; the support support plate 109 is fixedly mounted with a support column 214 on the inner side of the sliding tank assembly 202, and the inner tank guardrail 215 is fixedly mounted on the top of the support column 214; the guardrail mounting plate 213 is used for the installation of the tank chain guide 205 and the outer tank guardrail 216; the function of the inner tank guardrail 215 and the outer tank guardrail 216 is to be used for sliding guidance of the cans 4.

[0038] Throughout this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "example," or "specific example" indicate that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with that embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, schematic representations of these terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0039] The preferred embodiments of the present invention disclosed above are intended only to help illustrate the present invention. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the present invention to the specific embodiments described. Obviously, many modifications and variations are possible based on the content of this specification. These embodiments are selected and described in detail in this specification to better explain the principles and practical applications of the present invention, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize the present invention. The present invention is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A can-moving chain and a cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism, characterized in that: It comprises a mounting frame (1), a pot-moving chain mechanism (2) and a cleaning mechanism (3); The installation frame (1) comprises a support frame assembly (101), a fixing block (102), and a support mechanism (103); the fixing block (102) is fixedly mounted on the support frame assembly (101), and the support mechanism (103) is fixedly mounted on the fixing block (102); The support mechanism (103) is equipped with a can chain mechanism (2); the support mechanism (103) is fixedly equipped with a plurality of cleaning mechanisms (3) at the can chain mechanism (2); and the can chain mechanism (2) is equipped with a can (4); The cleaning mechanism (3) comprises a cleaning nozzle (301), a cleaning pipeline (302) and a pipeline support (303); the pipeline support (303) is fixedly mounted on the support mechanism (103); the cleaning pipeline (302) is fixedly mounted on the pipeline support (303); the cleaning nozzle (301) is fixedly mounted at the end of the cleaning pipeline (302); the nozzle of the cleaning nozzle (301) faces the cupping chain mechanism (2).

2. A can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support frame assembly (101) comprises a support column (104), an upper fixed clamping plate (105) and a lower fixed clamping plate (106); the upper fixed clamping plate (105) and the lower fixed clamping plate (106) are respectively fixedly installed on the top of the support column (104); a fixing block (102) is fixedly installed between the upper fixed clamping plate (105) and the lower fixed clamping plate (106) via an adjusting bolt (5).

3. A can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The support mechanism (103) comprises an outer support plate (107), an inner support plate (108), a support bracket (109) and a connecting rod (110); the inner side surface of the fixed block (102) is fixedly mounted with the outer support plate (107), and the support bracket (109) and the connecting rod (110) are respectively fixedly mounted between the outer support plate (107) and the inner support plate (108).

4. A can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inner support plate (108) is fixedly mounted with two rows of pipeline supports (303) distributed in two layers on the side surface close to the jar chain mechanism (2); a connecting pipe (304) is fixedly connected between the two layers of the cleaning pipelines (302); the pipeline supports (303) located on the upper layer are fixedly mounted with the cleaning pipeline (302), and the pipeline supports (303) located on the lower layer are fixedly mounted with the connecting pipe (304); a row of cleaning nozzles (301) are fixedly connected to the two layers of the cleaning pipelines (302); and a water supply pipe is fixedly connected to the end of the cleaning pipeline (302).

5. A can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: Two rows of support cross columns (111) are fixedly mounted on the outer side surface of the outer support plate (107); a plurality of support vertical rods (112) are fixed between the two rows of support cross columns (111).

6. A can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The cup-pulling chain mechanism (2) comprises a cup-pulling chain assembly (201), a sliding cup assembly (202) and a guardrail assembly (203); the cup-pulling chain assembly (201) is assembled around the top of the outer support plate (107) and the bottom of the support vertical rod (112), the sliding cup assembly (202) is fixedly mounted on the support support plate (109), and the guardrail assembly (203) is fixedly mounted on the support mechanism (103).

7. A can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cupping chain assembly (201) comprises a cupping ring chain (204), a cupping chain guide rail (205) and a cupping claw (206); the cupping chain guide rail (205) is fixedly mounted on the top of the outer support plate (107) and the bottom of the support vertical rod (112); the cupping ring chain (204) is slidably matched inside the cupping chain guide rail (205); and the cupping claw (206) is fixedly mounted on the side of the cupping ring chain (204).

8. The can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The sliding tank assembly (202) comprises a sliding tank bottom plate (207) and a sliding tank plate (208); the sliding tank bottom plate (207) is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the supporting tray (109), and the sliding tank plate (208) is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the sliding tank bottom plate (207); a plurality of lubrication grooves (209) and V-shaped grooves (210) are provided on the top surface of the sliding tank plate (208); a lubrication hole (211) is provided on the inner bottom wall of the lubrication groove (209) of the sliding tank plate (208); a lubrication joint (212) is fixedly mounted on the inner bottom of the lubrication hole (211), and the lubrication joint (212) passes through the sliding tank bottom plate (207) and the supporting tray (109).

9. The can-moving chain and cleaning mechanism for a can-transporting mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The guardrail assembly (203) comprises a guardrail mounting plate (213), a support column (214), an inner tank guardrail (215) and an outer tank guardrail (216); the guardrail mounting plate (213) is fixedly mounted on the top of the support vertical rod (112); the outer tank guardrail (216) is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the guardrail mounting plate (213); the support support plate (109) is fixedly mounted with a support column (214) on the inner side of the sliding tank assembly (202), and the inner tank guardrail (215) is fixedly mounted on the top of the support column (214).

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