Medical soft-pack palletizing and cartoning apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses a medical soft package stacking and boxing equipment, which comprises a rotating base, an arm body and a clamping part. The arm body is bent and connected with the rotating base. The clamping part is arranged at the lower end of the end of the arm body. The clamping part comprises two groups of clamping arms which can be clamped and moved to clamp the soft package. The clamping arms are also bent. A rope body is arranged on the clamping arms in a penetrating mode to support the side edges and the bottom surface of the soft package. The side edges of the rope body are stretched outward. When the soft package is supported on the upper end of the rope body, the rope body at the lower end is stretched downward, and the rope body at the side edge is extruded with the soft package. According to the application, the rope body at the lower part is supported at the lower end of the soft package, the rope body at the side edge is also pulled to be extruded with the side edge of the soft package, the soft package is limited, the clamping mode is avoided to apply force to the soft package, and the soft package is most reduced in extrusion by the support at the lower end.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of flexible packaging palletizing technology, specifically to a medical flexible packaging palletizing and packing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Medical flexible packaging palletizing and packing equipment is a specialized device used in the medical industry for the automated packing and palletizing of flexible packaging pharmaceuticals. This type of equipment is typically controlled by a robotic arm, which picks up medications from the conveyor line and performs palletizing operations according to a pre-set algorithm. Parameters such as the length, angle, and speed of the robotic arm can be set according to different work requirements. The equipment features high operating speed and high operational precision, reducing losses caused by human error.

[0003] However, when handling flexible packaging, a clamping method is used for control. During clamping, the flexible packaging deforms under pressure, increasing the difficulty of clamping and causing it to slip along the gripper arm, resulting in unnecessary damage. Excessive clamping force can also cause the flexible packaging to break or be damaged, further increasing losses. Alternatively, once deformed during clamping, the flexible packaging may not be able to recover on its own, altering its shape, increasing the difficulty of stacking, and making it more prone to tipping over. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a medical flexible packaging palletizing and packing device, comprising a rotating base, an arm, and a clamping part, wherein the arm is bent and connected to the rotating base, and the clamping part is disposed at the lower end of the arm, the clamping part comprising:

[0006] The clamping arms are provided in two sets, and the two sets of clamping arms can clamp and move to clamp the soft packaging. The clamping arms are also bent.

[0007] The rope is interlaced on the clamping arm to support the sides and bottom of the flexible packaging. The sides of the rope are stretched outwards. When the flexible packaging is supported on the upper end of the rope, the lower end of the rope is stretched downwards, and the side rope is squeezed against the flexible packaging.

[0008] Furthermore, the drive end of the arm body is also rotatably provided with a winding body for stretching and winding. The inner side of the arm body is also provided with a drive source. The output end of the drive source and the end of the winding body are both fixed with drive gears. The two drive gears are meshed and used to drive the up and down movement of the clamping part.

[0009] Furthermore, the clamping part also includes a support plate, and the two sets of clamping arms are rotatably mounted on the lower end of the support plate. A second drive source is also installed on the side of the support plate, which is used to drive the movement of the two sets of clamping arms.

[0010] Furthermore, the outer wall of the clamping arm is provided with a through hole 1 and a through hole 2 arranged vertically. The through hole 2 is close to the lower end of the clamping arm. The rope passes through the through hole 1 and the through hole 2. The rope is in the shape of a loop. A support component is provided on the inner side of the clamping arm. The support component is used to support the side of the rope facing outward.

[0011] Furthermore, the support assembly includes a support rod four and a telescopic component, the rope passing through the lower oblique end of the support rod four, and the telescopic component hinged to the outside of the support rod four for stretching the support rod four outward.

[0012] The inner side of the support assembly is also fixed with support rod 1 and support rod 3 arranged vertically. Support rod 2 is vertically fixed on support rod 1. The lower end of support rod 2 is hinged to the upper end of the telescopic component. The upper end of support rod 4 is sleeved on support rod 3. Support rod 3 is also fixed with a limiting ring for limiting support rod 4.

[0013] Furthermore, the telescopic component is a sleeve and a rod that are sleeved together, and the sleeve is also provided with a spring for tensioning.

[0014] Furthermore, the lower end of the clamping arm is provided with a rotatable roller, which is used to support the gripper on the ground.

[0015] Furthermore, the inner wall of the first perforation has an outwardly extending extension, and a retaining shaft 1 that presses against the rope is rotatably installed in the extension. A retaining shaft 2 that presses against the rope is also rotatably installed in the second perforation. The retaining shaft 1 and retaining shaft 2 are used to support the rope and reduce friction.

[0016] Furthermore, the clamping arm is provided with a sliding support assembly near its lower end. The sliding support assembly includes a tripod and a rotatable cylinder. The cylinder is rotatably mounted on the upper end of the tripod. The rope extends from inside the cylinder. The lower end of the tripod is supported on the ground and moves laterally to support the lower end of the flexible packaging.

[0017] Furthermore, the lower end of the tripod has an inner cavity, and a card layer is fixed inside the inner cavity. The lower part of the cylinder is located inside the inner cavity, and the outer wall of the cylinder is a rough groove. Two sets of opposing support rods are rotatably installed inside the inner cavity. The side of the support rod contacts the card layer, and its upper end abuts against the rough groove. The lower end of the support rod extends downward out of the tripod. When there is a support at the lower end of the tripod, the support rod is supported, thereby separating the support rod from the rough groove.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects achieved by the present invention are: the present invention supports the lower end of the flexible packaging with the lower part of the rope, and the side rope is also pulled to squeeze the side of the flexible packaging, thereby limiting the position of the flexible packaging and avoiding the use of clamping to subject the flexible packaging to force. The support from the lower end minimizes the compression of the flexible packaging.

[0019] The ropes on the sides and at the bottom are linear when squeezed with the flexible packaging, which compresses the flexible packaging over a wide area, making the flexible packaging more stable and requiring less clamping force.

[0020] The first and second clamps are set to compress the rope and allow it to rotate. The rope moves relatively smoothly during operation, and the side rope can be stretched more easily, so that the lower end of the rope can extend and support the lower end of the soft packaging.

[0021] The flexible packaging moves along the inclined plane of the tripod and is supported on the upper part of the cylinder. The cylinder can rotate to reduce the deformation of the flexible packaging. When it is lifted upwards, the cylinder limits its movement to prevent the flexible packaging from slipping. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the invention and form part of the specification. They are used in conjunction with embodiments of the invention to explain the invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping part of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping part structure of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping structure of the clamping part of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping arm structure of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the sliding support component structure of the present invention.

[0029] In the diagram: 1. Rotating base; 2. Arm body; 21. Drive source one; 22. Rewinding body; 23. Drive gear; 3. Clamping part; 31. Support plate; 32. Drive source two; 33. Clamping arm; 331. Through hole one; 332. Extension part; 333. Locking shaft one; 334. Through hole two; 335. Locking shaft two; 34. Rope body; 35. Support assembly; 351. Support rod one; 352. Support rod two; 353. Support rod three; 354. Limiting ring; 355. Support rod four; 356. Telescopic component; 36. Roller; 37. Sliding support assembly; 371. Tripod; 372. Cylinder; 373. Inner cavity; 374. Locking layer; 375. Support tip rod. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0031] Please see Figure 1-6 The present invention provides a technical solution: a medical soft packaging palletizing and packing device, comprising a rotating base 1, an arm 2, and a clamping part 3. The arm 2 is bent and connected to the rotating base 1. The clamping part 3 is disposed at the lower end of the arm 2. The clamping part 3 includes:

[0032] The clamping arms 33 are provided in two sets. The two sets of clamping arms 33 can clamp and move to clamp the soft packaging. The clamping arms 33 are also bent.

[0033] The rope 34 is interlaced on the clamping arm 33 to support the side and bottom of the flexible packaging. The side of the rope 34 is stretched outward. When the flexible packaging is supported on the upper end of the rope 34, the lower end of the rope 34 is stretched downward, and the side rope 34 is squeezed against the flexible packaging.

[0034] It should be noted that the function of rope 34 is to support the sides and bottom of the flexible packaging. Equipment using flexible packaging is often deformable or relatively numerous. The compression of the outer side of the flexible packaging will cause certain damage to the equipment inside. Therefore, rope 34 is used for support.

[0035] The drive end of the arm body 2 is also rotatably provided with a winding body 22 for stretching and winding. The inner side of the arm body 2 is also provided with a drive source 21. The output end of the drive source 21 and the end of the winding body 22 are both fixed with drive gears 23. The two drive gears 23 are meshed and used to drive the clamping part 3 to move up and down. The drive source 21 is a servo motor. Under the action of the servo motor, it can drive the winding body 22 to rotate, thereby controlling the movement of the pull rope in the up and down direction of the clamping part 3.

[0036] The clamping part 3 also includes a support plate 31. Two sets of clamping arms 33 are rotatably mounted on the lower end of the support plate 31. A second drive source 32 is also mounted on the side of the support plate 31. The second drive source 32 is used to drive the movement of the two sets of clamping arms 33. The second drive source 32 is also a servo motor, which is used to control the position of the two sets of clamping arms 33 clamping each other, so that the two sets of clamping arms 33 can expand to clamp the soft packaging between them, and then clamp relative to each other, and avoid the clamping arms 33 from contacting the soft packaging, so that the rope 34 contacts and clamps the soft packaging. The clamping arms 33 mainly play the role of opening and closing.

[0037] The outer wall of the clamping arm 33 is also provided with a through hole 331 and a through hole 334 arranged vertically. The through hole 334 is close to the lower end of the clamping arm 33. The rope 34 passes through the through hole 331 and the through hole 334. The rope 34 is in the shape of a loop. The inner side of the clamping arm 33 is provided with a support component 35, which is used to support the side of the rope 34 outward.

[0038] It should be noted that the lower end of the rope 34 is supported at the bottom of the flexible packaging, while the side rope 34 is supported on the side of the flexible packaging under the weight of the flexible packaging. The loading of objects inside the flexible packaging will not exceed the limit of the flexible packaging. Therefore, the side rope 34 will not be squeezed and damaged by the pressure of gravity on the flexible packaging.

[0039] The support assembly 35 includes a support rod 355 and a telescopic member 356. The rope 34 passes through the lower oblique end of the support rod 355, and the telescopic member 356 is hinged to the outside of the support rod 355 to stretch the support rod 355 outward.

[0040] The inner side of the support assembly 35 is also fixed with support rod 1 351 and support rod 353 arranged vertically. Support rod 2 352 is vertically fixed on support rod 1 351. The lower end of support rod 2 352 is hinged to the upper end of telescopic component 356. The upper end of support rod 4 355 is sleeved on support rod 353. Support rod 353 is also fixed with a limiting ring 354 for limiting support rod 4 355.

[0041] It should be noted that, in the absence of flexible packaging, the support component 35 can squeeze the side rope 34 outwards, so that the rope 34 is in a straight state, which makes it easier to support the lower end of the rope 34 at the lower end of the flexible packaging.

[0042] The telescopic component 356 is a sleeve and a sleeve rod that are fitted together. The sleeve is also equipped with a spring for stretching. When it is in the case of soft packaging, the rope 34 on the side can be stretched, so that the rope 34 on the side pulls the telescopic component 356, and the telescopic component 356 also deforms.

[0043] The lower end of the clamping arm 33 is also provided with a rotatable roller 36, which is used to support the ground. The lower end of the clamping arm 33 can slide along the ground to avoid the clamping arm 33 sliding and causing wear.

[0044] The inner wall of the first perforation 331 has an outwardly extending extension 332. A first retainer 333 that presses against the rope 34 is rotatably installed in the extension 332. A second retainer 335 that presses against the rope 34 is also rotatably installed in the second perforation 334. The first retainer 333 and the second retainer 335 are used to support the rope 34 and reduce friction.

[0045] It should be noted that the first clamp 333 and the second clamp 335 support the rope 34, thereby reducing the friction between the rope 34 and the clamping arm 33.

[0046] Near the lower end of the clamping arm 33, there is also a sliding support assembly 37. The sliding support assembly 37 includes a tripod 371 and a rotatable cylinder 372. The cylinder 372 is rotatably mounted on the upper end of the tripod 371. The rope 34 extends from the inside of the cylinder 372. The lower end of the tripod 371 is supported on the ground and moves laterally to support the lower end of the soft packaging.

[0047] The lower end of the tripod 371 has an inner cavity 373, and a card layer 374 is fixed inside the inner cavity 373. The lower part of the cylinder 372 is located inside the inner cavity 373, and the outer wall of the cylinder 372 is a rough groove. Two sets of opposing support rods 375 are rotatably installed inside the inner cavity 373. The side of the support rod 375 contacts the card layer 374, and its upper end abuts against the rough groove. The lower end of the support rod 375 extends downward out of the tripod 371. When there is a support at the lower end of the tripod 371, the support rod 375 is supported, so that the support rod 375 is separated from the rough groove.

[0048] It should be noted that the tripod 371 can effectively allow the flexible packaging to move along it, minimizing the deformation of the flexible packaging. At the same time, the rotation of the upper cylinder 372 can be adjusted, which can reduce the resistance during the movement of the flexible packaging and provide support during the movement of the tripod 371 and the cylinder 372, minimizing the deformation of the flexible packaging.

[0049] The working principle of the present invention: both drive source 21 and drive source 32 are servo motors, which control the up and down movement of the clamping part 3 and control the clamping action of the two sets of clamping arms 33.

[0050] It should be noted that in the reset state, the telescopic component 356 is in a retracted state, causing the side rope 34 to be stretched by the support rod 355, while the lower part of the rope 34 is open. During the clamping process, the lower part of the rope 34 supports the lower end of the flexible packaging. As the clamping part 3 moves upward, the flexible packaging, under its own weight, pulls the rope 34 downward, while the side rope 34 is also pulled and squeezes against the side of the flexible packaging, thus limiting the flexible packaging. The lower end and outer side of the flexible packaging are limited, allowing the flexible packaging to be stacked, avoiding the force applied to the flexible packaging by clamping. Support from the lower end minimizes the compression of the flexible packaging. Figure 4 As shown;

[0051] Secondly, the rope 34 on the side and the rope 34 at the lower end are linear when squeezed with the soft packaging, which compresses the soft packaging over a wide area, making the soft packaging more stable and requiring relatively less clamping force.

[0052] During the process of pulling the rope 34, it will be resisted by the first perforation 331 and the second perforation 334, which will affect the smoothness of the movement of the rope 34 to a certain extent and make the soft packaging supported on the rope 34 easy to fall downward. The first clamp 333 and the second clamp 335 are set to squeeze the rope 34 and rotate it, so that the rope 34 moves relatively smoothly during operation. The side of the rope 34 can also be stretched more easily, so that the lower end of the rope 34 extends to support the lower end of the soft packaging.

[0053] When the clamping arm 33 clamps, the tripod 371 is supported on the ground, and the outer end of the support tip 375 is subjected to force, causing the upper end to separate from the cylinder 372. The cylinder 372 can then rotate without resistance. The flexible packaging moves along the inclined plane of the tripod 371 and is supported on the upper end of the cylinder 372. The cylinder 372 can rotate, reducing the deformation of the flexible packaging and ensuring that the flexible packaging is supported. Subsequently, it is lifted upwards, and under the action of gravity, the support tip 375 abuts against the card layer 374, and its upper end abuts against the cylinder 372, limiting the cylinder 372 and preventing the flexible packaging from slipping.

[0054] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0055] Finally, it should be noted that the above descriptions are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing equipment, characterized in that: It includes a rotating base (1), an arm (2), and a clamping part (3). The arm (2) is bent and connected to the rotating base (1). The clamping part (3) is located at the lower end of the arm (2). The clamping part (3) includes: The clamping arms (33) are provided in two sets, and the two sets of clamping arms (33) can clamp and move, and are used to clamp soft packaging. The clamping arms (33) are also bent. The rope (34) is inserted on the clamping arm (33) to support the side and bottom of the soft packaging. The side of the rope (34) is stretched outward. When the soft packaging is supported on the upper end of the rope (34), the lower end of the rope (34) is stretched downward by gravity, and the side rope (34) squeezes the soft packaging. The outer wall of the clamping arm (33) is also provided with a through hole 1 (331) and a through hole 2 (334) arranged vertically. The through hole 2 (334) is close to the lower end of the clamping arm (33). The rope (34) passes through the through hole 1 (331) and the through hole 2 (334). The rope (34) is in the shape of a loop. The inner side of the clamping arm (33) is provided with a support component (35). The support component (35) is used to support the side of the rope (34) outward. The clamping arm (33) is also provided with a sliding support assembly (37) near its lower end. The sliding support assembly (37) includes a tripod (371) and a rotatable cylinder (372). The cylinder (372) is rotatably mounted on the upper end of the tripod (371). The rope (34) extends from the inside of the cylinder (372). The lower end of the tripod (371) is supported on the ground and on the lower end of the soft packaging. The lower end of the tripod (371) has an inner cavity (373), and a card layer (374) is fixed inside the inner cavity (373). The lower part of the cylinder (372) is located inside the inner cavity (373), and the outer wall of the cylinder (372) is a rough groove. Two sets of opposing support rods (375) are rotatably installed inside the inner cavity (373). The side of the support rod (375) contacts the card layer (374), and its upper end abuts against the rough groove. The lower end of the support rod (375) extends downward out of the tripod (371). When there is a support at the lower end of the tripod (371), the support rod (375) is supported, so that the support rod (375) is separated from the rough groove.

2. The medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The arm body (2) is also provided with a winding body (22) for winding at the drive end. The inner side of the arm body (2) is also provided with a drive source (21). The output end of the drive source (21) and the end of the winding body (22) are both fixed with drive gears (23). A pair of drive gears (23) are meshed and used to drive the clamping part (3) to move up and down.

3. The medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping part (3) also includes a support plate (31), and two sets of clamping arms (33) are rotatably mounted on the lower end of the support plate (31). A second drive source (32) is also mounted on the side of the support plate (31), and the second drive source (32) is used to drive the movement of the two sets of clamping arms (33).

4. The medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly (35) includes a support rod four (355) and a telescopic member (356). The rope (34) passes through the lower oblique end of the support rod four (355). The telescopic member (356) is hinged to the outside of the support rod four (355) and is used to stretch the support rod four (355) outward. The inner side of the support assembly (35) is also fixed with a support rod 1 (351) and a support rod 3 (353) arranged vertically. A support rod 2 (352) is vertically fixed on the support rod 1 (351). The lower end of the support rod 2 (352) is hinged to the upper end of the telescopic member (356). The upper end of the support rod 4 (355) is sleeved on the support rod 3 (353). A limiting ring (354) for limiting the support rod 4 (355) is also fixed on the support rod 3 (353).

5. The medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that: The telescopic component (356) is a sleeve and a rod that are sleeved together, and the sleeve is also provided with a spring for stretching.

6. The medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower end of the clamping arm (33) is also provided with a rotatable roller (36), which is used to support the ground.

7. The medical flexible packaging palletizing and boxing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the first perforation (331) has an outwardly extending extension (332), in which a first retainer (333) that presses against the rope (34) is rotatably installed. The second perforation (334) also has a second retainer (335) that presses against the rope (34) rotatably installed. The first retainer (333) and the second retainer (335) are used to support the rope (34) and reduce friction.

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