Graphite plate feeding, gluing and drying integrated system and working method thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of automatic production equipment, in particular to a graphite plate feeding, gluing and drying integrated system and a working method of the system.The device body comprises a conveying main rail, a material level plate is arranged on the conveying main rail in a sliding mode, and a feeding material level assembly is arranged on one side of the conveying main rail; a gluing material level assembly is arranged on one side of the conveying material level assembly, a drying material level assembly is arranged on one side of the conveying main rail, a cleaning material level assembly is arranged on one side of the drying material level assembly, the conveying main rail is perpendicularly provided with a plurality of sets of conveying branch rails, and the cleaning material level assembly is provided with a discharging assembly in a matched mode. By means of the integrated system design, the functions of feeding, gluing, drying, cleaning and discharging are integrated, and automation of the whole process is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automated production equipment technology, and in particular to an integrated system for coating, drying, and loading graphite plates, as well as the working method of the system. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of hydrogen fuel cell manufacturing, graphite bipolar plates are a core component, and their processing quality directly affects battery performance and lifespan. Graphite bipolar plates need to possess high electrical conductivity, excellent corrosion resistance, and good airtightness to achieve functions such as uniform gas distribution, current conduction, and heat management. However, in traditional processing techniques, the coating and sealing of graphite bipolar plates face significant technical bottlenecks: on the one hand, manual coating easily leads to uneven adhesive layer thickness, causing localized "dry adhesive" or "overflowing adhesive," which in turn causes gas leakage or water flooding inside the fuel cell stack, reducing output voltage stability; on the other hand, the sealing process relies on manual operation, making it difficult to ensure uniform coverage of the sealant between the graphite bipolar plate and the membrane electrode assembly, especially in complex flow channel structures where sealing defects are easily formed, increasing the risk of hydrogen permeation and threatening battery safety.

[0003] In existing technologies, the processing of graphite bipolar plates mostly adopts step-by-step equipment, such as independent glue coating machines and drying ovens, which results in long material turnover time, mismatched production cycle, and many manual intervention steps, making it difficult to meet the efficiency and consistency requirements of large-scale application of hydrogen fuel cell commercial vehicles.

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, there is an urgent need to develop an integrated and automated feeding, coating, and drying system. Through modular design, this system can achieve precise control over the entire process of graphite bipolar plates, from material storage, positioning, coating to drying, reducing manual intervention, improving the uniformity of the adhesive layer and the reliability of the seal, thereby reducing the manufacturing cost and failure rate of hydrogen fuel cell stacks. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address some of the problems existing in the prior art, this invention provides an integrated system for graphite plate loading, gluing, and drying. This invention integrates loading, gluing, drying, cleaning, and unloading functions through an integrated system design, achieving full-process automation. It adopts a modular track layout to reduce material transfer distance; is equipped with low-level and distance sensors to improve loading accuracy; includes a scraper and recycling tank for glue recycling; uses an electric air heater to optimize heat utilization efficiency; and introduces vacuum suction cup unloading and a suspended mill for cleaning, reducing manual intervention. Through structural innovation and process optimization, this system solves the problems of low efficiency, poor accuracy, and resource waste inherent in traditional production methods.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an integrated system for loading, coating, and drying graphite plates, comprising a device body, the device body including a main transport track, a material level plate slidably mounted on the main transport track, a loading material level component mounted on one side of the main transport track, a coating material level component mounted on one side of the loading material level component, a drying material level component mounted on one side of the main transport track, a cleaning material level component mounted on one side of the drying material level component, and a plurality of sets of transport support tracks vertically mounted on the main transport track, and a unloading component cooperating with the cleaning material level component.

[0007] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to provide stable support for feeding, ensure the accuracy of object movement, and prevent object deviation, the feeding position assembly includes feeding units set on both sides of the main transport track. The feeding unit includes an L-shaped base set on the two transport support tracks. A feeding position support plate is provided between the two L-shaped bases. Feeding limit plates are provided on the top two sides of the feeding position support plate. The two feeding limit plates form a track for object movement. A feeding plate is provided above the feeding limit plate. A feeding hole is provided on the feeding plate. A storage trough is provided above the feeding hole. A low level sensor is provided on one side of the storage trough. A pen cylinder is provided above the two feeding position support plates. The pen cylinder is used for compaction operation. The pen cylinder is fixed to the feeding plate by a connecting rib. A distance sensor is also provided on one side of the storage trough.

[0008] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to accurately push the object from the loading position to the next process, realize the automated transfer of the object, reduce manual intervention, and improve loading efficiency and accuracy, the loading unit is equipped with a pushing unit. The pushing unit includes a pushing support plate disposed between the transport support rails, a pushing support seat disposed on the pushing support plate, a pushing cylinder disposed on the pushing support seat, a pushing connecting plate connected to the pushing cylinder, a pushing telescopic cylinder disposed on the pushing connecting plate, a pushing plate disposed at the output end of the pushing telescopic cylinder, and the pushing plate is configured to cooperate with the loading limit plates on both sides of the top of the loading position support plate.

[0009] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to enable the glue application component and the glue application cleaning component to flexibly adjust their positions according to actual production needs, improve the adaptability and versatility of the equipment, facilitate precise control and timely cleaning of the glue application process, ensure glue application quality, and reduce the impact of glue residue or uneven application on product quality, the glue application position component includes a glue application position support base set on the transport support rail. The glue application position support base is slidably connected to the transport support rail by a slider. A glue application component is set on one side of the glue application position support base, and a glue application cleaning component is set on the other side of the glue application position support base.

[0010] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to make the glue application operation more precise and efficient, accurately control the glue application position, facilitate the addition of glue while preventing glue backflow, ensure the stability and cleanliness of the glue supply, and ensure that the glue can be evenly applied to the surface of the object, thereby improving the glue application quality, the glue application assembly includes a glue application shifting cylinder connected to the glue application position support base. The output end of the glue application shifting cylinder is equipped with a glue application moving plate. The glue application moving plate is equipped with a glue application spray gun. One side of the glue application spray gun is equipped with a glue feeding hole and a one-way valve. The bottom output end of the glue application spray gun is connected to a soft perforated plate for glue to flow out. The soft perforated plate is configured in conjunction with the glue application position cleaning assembly.

[0011] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to effectively solve the problem of residual glue on the flexible perforated plate after gluing, and to remove excess glue in a timely manner to prevent the glue from clogging the flexible perforated plate or affecting the quality of the next gluing after drying, the gluing position cleaning component includes a gluing position cleaning base set on the transport support rail. The gluing position cleaning base is equipped with a gluing telescopic cylinder. The output end of the gluing telescopic cylinder is connected to a glue scraper. The glue scraper rubs against the flexible perforated plate to remove excess glue from the flexible perforated plate. The glue scraper is also equipped with a recycling tank.

[0012] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to provide stable support and a moving track, enabling the vacuum suction cup to accurately reach the designated position to pick up the object, protect the vacuum suction cup and the object, and improve unloading efficiency and accuracy, the unloading assembly includes an unloading support base set on the transport support track. The top of the unloading support base is provided with an unloading moving slide rail. A vacuum generator is slidably set on the unloading moving slide rail. The vacuum generator is equipped with a PA air pipe. The PA air pipe is connected to a suction cup spring bracket. The bottom of the suction cup spring bracket is connected to a vacuum suction cup. A material trough is provided on one side of the transport main track in cooperation with the vacuum suction cup.

[0013] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to drive the hanging grinder to grind and clean the object, effectively remove impurities such as residual powdery glue on the surface of the object, and improve product quality, the cleaning material position component includes a cleaning material position support base set on the transport support rail, a cleaning lifting cylinder is set above the cleaning material position support base, the output end of the cleaning lifting cylinder is connected to the hanging grinder, and the two sides of the hanging grinder are equipped with suction nozzles for sucking away the powdery glue after grinding.

[0014] As a further improvement of the present invention, in order to provide a stable installation foundation for the electric air heater, the arrangement on both sides allows the object to be heated evenly, ensuring the consistency of the drying effect, effectively shortening the drying time and improving production efficiency. The drying material position assembly includes drying position support bases arranged on both sides of the main transport track, a drying position support plate arranged between the two drying position support bases, and an electric air heater arranged at both ends of the drying position plate.

[0015] One beneficial effect of the present invention is that: Highly integrated, improving production efficiency: The system integrates multiple processes such as feeding, gluing, drying and cleaning into one. The items pass through each material station component in sequence on the main transport track, without the need to transfer between different equipment, reducing material turnaround time, realizing continuous production and significantly improving overall production efficiency.

[0016] Precise material feeding ensures production quality: The feeding level assembly is rationally designed, with an L-shaped base, feeding level support plate, and feeding limit plate forming a stable track to ensure accurate movement of materials. The feeding plate feed hole, storage tank, and low-level sensor work together to achieve precise feeding. The pen-cylinder compaction operation ensures dense and uniform material feeding, laying a solid foundation for subsequent processes.

[0017] Efficient glue application and optimized application results: In the glue application unit, the glue application displacement cylinder and the glue application spray gun work together to flexibly adjust the glue application position and height. The soft perforated plate ensures uniform glue flow, and the glue scraper of the glue application cleaning unit can promptly remove excess glue, preventing glue accumulation from affecting the glue application quality and ensuring uniform and precise glue application.

[0018] Automatic cleaning reduces manual intervention: The grinding machine with cleaning components can grind and clean objects, and the suction nozzles on both sides can promptly remove powdery glue, keeping the working environment clean, reducing manual cleaning workload, lowering labor intensity, and avoiding the impact of powdery glue on subsequent processes.

[0019] Rapid drying improves production cycle time: The electric air heater of the drying material level component can quickly generate hot air to dry the glued objects, accelerate the curing of the glue, improve the production cycle time, and meet the needs of large-scale production.

[0020] Automatic unloading enables full-process automation: The vacuum suction cup of the unloading component generates suction through a vacuum generator to accurately pick up the processed object and place it into the material trough, achieving automatic unloading and further improving the automation level of the system.

[0021] The present invention also provides a working method for an integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates, the working method comprising the following steps: Step 1: Place the workpiece to be processed into the storage tank of the feeding level component. The low level sensor on one side of the storage tank monitors the material quantity in real time and issues a prompt when the material is lower than the set value so that the material can be replenished in time. The distance sensor is used to monitor the distance between the material and related components to ensure the accuracy of the feeding process. Step 2: The material level plate moves precisely along the main transport track to the predetermined material level component area. The material level support plate supported by the L-shaped bases on both sides forms a guide track through the material limit plate. The storage tank of the material level unit feeds material into the guide track through the feeding hole. Step 3: The pushing cylinder of the pushing unit drives the pushing plate to push the material into the designated position of the material level plate. The pen cylinder is fixed to the feeding plate by the connecting rib. The pen cylinder is started to compact the object in the storage tank to ensure the stable placement of the object and prepare for subsequent feeding. Step 4: The glue application position support base of the glue application position assembly slides to the appropriate position on the transport support rail via a slider; the glue application displacement cylinder is activated, pushing the glue application moving plate to move, so that the glue application assembly reaches the designated glue application position; Step 5: Add glue into the glue spray gun through the glue inlet. The one-way valve prevents glue backflow. The glue spray gun descends, causing the flexible perforated plate at the bottom to contact the surface of the object. The glue flows out from the flexible perforated plate and is evenly applied to the object. Step Six: After the adhesive application is completed, the adhesive application area cleaning component begins to work. The adhesive application telescopic cylinder pushes the adhesive scraper to move, and the scraper rubs against the flexible perforated plate to scrape off the excess adhesive. The scraped adhesive falls into the recycling tank, realizing the recycling of adhesive and ensuring the cleanliness of the flexible perforated plate, preparing it for the next adhesive application. Step 7: The drying position support base of the drying position assembly is fixed on both sides of the main transport track. The electric air heater between the drying position support plates on both sides is activated to generate hot air. The main transport track carries the glued object under the drying position support plate, and the hot air dries the glue on the surface of the object, allowing the glue to cure quickly. Step 8: The vacuum generator of the unloading assembly slides to a suitable position on the unloading moving slide rail, and generates negative pressure on the vacuum suction cup through the PA air pipe, so that the vacuum suction cup can be tightly attached to the surface of the workpiece. Step Nine: Under negative pressure, the vacuum suction cup firmly holds the object, ensuring it will not fall off during unloading. The vacuum generator moves to one side along the unloading sliding rail, moving the vacuum suction cup and the held object together, transferring the object from the material level plate on the main transport track to the material trough set on one side. Step 10: The cleaning lifting cylinder of the cleaning material level component is activated, the piston rod extends downward, and the hoisting mill is lowered to a suitable position above the surface of the object; Step 11: The hanging grinder starts working, and its rotating grinding head grinds the material plate to remove any burrs, excess glue and other impurities, making the surface of the object smoother and flatter. Step 12: The suction nozzles on both sides of the hanging grinder start simultaneously, generating a strong suction force to quickly remove the powdery glue produced during the grinding process. At this point, a complete integrated processing flow of feeding, gluing, and drying is completed, and the system awaits the processing instructions for the next item.

[0022] Another beneficial effect of the present invention is: Improving production efficiency: This system integrates and automates processes such as material feeding, gluing, drying, and subsequent cleaning. The seamless integration of each step reduces manual operation and material transfer time, avoiding the waiting and stagnation caused by independent processes in traditional manufacturing methods. This significantly shortens the overall processing cycle for individual items, enabling the rapid completion of large-scale processing tasks and substantially improving production efficiency.

[0023] Ensuring processing quality: During the feeding process, low-level sensors and distance sensors monitor in real time to ensure sufficient material and accurate feeding; during adhesive application, the adhesive spray gun controls the flexible perforated plate to evenly apply adhesive, and the adhesive cleaning component promptly removes excess adhesive to ensure application quality; in the drying stage, an electric air heater generates hot air to quickly cure the adhesive, ensuring effective bonding. Precise control at each stage effectively improves the processing quality of the parts.

[0024] Resource recycling is achieved: When the adhesive application cleaning component is working, the scraped adhesive falls into the recycling tank, realizing the recycling of adhesive, reducing production costs, and reducing the pollution caused by adhesive waste to the environment, which is in line with the concept of green production.

[0025] Enhancing system stability and reliability: The system's components are rationally designed, such as precise material level plate movement, pen cylinder compaction of objects, and stable unloading via vacuum suction cups, ensuring stable operation at each processing step. The material level cleaning component grinds and vacuums the material level plate to remove burrs and impurities, providing favorable conditions for subsequent processing and further enhancing the system's reliability and stability.

[0026] When this invention is in operation, after the system starts up, the workpiece to be processed is first placed in the storage tank of the feeding assembly. A low-level sensor equipped on one side of the storage tank monitors the material level in real time. Once the material level falls below the set value, an alert is issued so that the operator can replenish the material in time, ensuring production continuity. At the same time, a distance sensor continuously monitors the distance between the material and related components, ensuring the accuracy of the feeding process.

[0027] The material level plate moves precisely along the main transport track to the designated feeding area. At this point, the feeding support plates, supported by L-shaped bases on both sides, form a guide track via feeding limit plates. The material storage trough of the feeding unit discharges material onto the guide track through the feeding holes. Subsequently, the pushing cylinder of the pushing unit drives the pushing plate to push the material into the designated position on the material level plate. The pen cylinder is fixed to the feeding plate via connecting ribs. Activating the pen cylinder compacts the object in the storage trough, ensuring stable placement and preparing for subsequent feeding processes.

[0028] The adhesive application unit begins operation, with the adhesive application support base sliding along the transport track to the appropriate position via a slider. The adhesive application displacement cylinder activates, pushing the adhesive application moving plate to precisely reach the designated adhesive application station. Adhesive is added to the spray gun through the adhesive feeding port, with a one-way valve effectively preventing backflow. The spray gun descends, causing the flexible perforated plate at the bottom to contact the object surface. Adhesive flows evenly from the flexible perforated plate, spreading evenly and to the object, ensuring uniform application and appropriate thickness. After application, the adhesive application cleaning unit immediately activates. The adhesive application telescopic cylinder moves the scraper, which rubs against the flexible perforated plate to remove excess adhesive. The scraped adhesive falls into the recycling tank, achieving adhesive recycling, reducing production costs, preventing adhesive waste and environmental pollution, and ensuring the cleanliness of the flexible perforated plate, preparing it for the next application.

[0029] The drying unit comes into play. The drying support base is fixed on both sides of the main transport track. The electric air heater between the drying support plates on both sides is activated to generate hot air. The main transport track carries the glued object under the drying support plate. The hot air is blown evenly onto the glue on the object surface to dry it, allowing the glue to cure quickly, ensuring a strong bond between the object and improving product quality.

[0030] The unloading assembly begins operation. The vacuum generator slides along the unloading moving slide rail to the appropriate position, creating negative pressure on the vacuum suction cups through the PA air pipe, ensuring the suction cups adhere tightly to the object's surface. Under this negative pressure, the vacuum suction cups firmly hold the object, ensuring it won't fall off during unloading. The vacuum generator moves to one side along the unloading moving slide rail, moving the vacuum suction cups and the held object together, transferring the object from the material level plate on the main transport track to a material trough on one side, completing the unloading process. After unloading, the cleaning material level assembly is activated. The piston rod of the cleaning lifting cylinder extends downwards, lowering the hanging grinder to a suitable position above the object's surface. The hanging grinder begins operation, its rotating grinding head polishing the material level plate, removing any burrs, excess glue, and other impurities, making the object's surface smoother and flatter. Simultaneously, the suction nozzles on both sides of the hanging grinder activate, generating strong suction to quickly remove the powdery glue produced during polishing, maintaining a clean working environment. At this point, a complete integrated processing flow of feeding, gluing, and drying is completed, and the system awaits processing instructions for the next item to enter a new production cycle. Attached Figure Description

[0031] To facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art, the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings: Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the material feeding and positioning assembly.

[0033] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the feeding unit.

[0034] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the adhesive application assembly.

[0035] Figure 5 This is a side view of the adhesive application assembly.

[0036] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the drying material level assembly.

[0037] Figure 7 This is a structural diagram of the unloading assembly.

[0038] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the material handling assembly.

[0039] The components include: 1. Main transport track; 2. Material level plate; 3. Feeding level assembly; 301. Feeding unit; 302. L-shaped base; 303. Feeding level support plate; 304. Feeding limit plate; 305. Feeding plate; 306. Feeding hole; 307. Storage tank; 308. Low material level sensor; 309. Pen cylinder; 310. Distance sensor; 4. Glue application level assembly; 401. Glue application support base; 402. Glue application assembly; 403. Glue application displacement cylinder; 404. Glue application moving plate; 405. Glue application spray gun; 406. Glue feeding hole; 407. Flexible perforated plate; 5. Drying level assembly; 501. Drying level support base; 502. Drying level support plate; 503. Electric air heater; 6. Cleaning level assembly; 601. Cleaning level support base. 602 Cleaning lifting cylinder, 603 Grinder, 604 Suction nozzle, 7 Transport support rail, 8 Unloading assembly, 801 Unloading support base, 802 Unloading moving slide rail, 803 Vacuum generator, 804 PA air pipe, 805 Suction cup spring bracket, 806 Vacuum suction cup, 807 Material trough, 9 Pushing unit, 901 Pushing support plate, 902 Pushing support seat, 903 Pushing cylinder, 904 Pushing connecting plate, 905 Pushing telescopic cylinder, 906 Pushing plate, 10 Glue application cleaning assembly, 1001 Glue application cleaning base, 1002 Glue application telescopic cylinder, 1003 Glue scraper, 1004 Recycling tank. Detailed Implementation

[0040] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in this application, the following description is provided in conjunction with the appendix. Figure 1-8 The present invention will be further described below. The following embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention more clearly, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0041] like Figure 1-8 The system shown is an integrated system for loading, coating, and drying graphite plates, comprising a main body. The main body includes a main transport track 1, on which a material level plate 2 is slidably mounted. A loading material level component 3 is mounted on one side of the main transport track, a coating material level component 4 is mounted on one side of the loading material level component, a drying material level component 5 is mounted on one side of the main transport track, and a cleaning material level component 6 is mounted on one side of the drying material level component. Several sets of transport support tracks 7 are vertically mounted on the main transport track 1, and a unloading component 8 is provided in conjunction with the cleaning material level component 6.

[0042] The feeding unit 3 includes feeding units 301 disposed on both sides of the main transport track 1. Each feeding unit 301 includes an L-shaped base 302 disposed on two auxiliary transport tracks 7. A feeding support plate 303 is disposed between the two L-shaped bases 302. Feeding limit plates 304 are disposed on both sides of the top of the feeding support plate 303. The two feeding limit plates 304 form a track for moving objects. A feeding plate is disposed above the feeding limit plates 304. 305, the feeding plate 305 is provided with a feeding hole 306, and a storage trough 307 is provided above the feeding hole 306. A low material level sensor 308 is provided on one side of the storage trough 307. A pen cylinder 309 is provided above the feeding plate 303 on both sides. The pen cylinder 309 is used for compaction operation. The pen cylinder 309 is fixed to the feeding plate 305 by connecting ribs. A distance sensor 310 is also provided on one side of the storage trough 307.

[0043] The feeding unit 301 is equipped with a pushing unit 9. The pushing unit 9 includes a pushing support plate 901 disposed between the transport support rails 7. The pushing support plate 901 is equipped with a pushing support seat 902. The pushing support seat 902 is equipped with a pushing cylinder 903. The pushing cylinder 903 is connected to a pushing connecting plate 904. The pushing connecting plate 904 is equipped with a pushing telescopic cylinder 905. The output end of the pushing telescopic cylinder 905 is connected to a pushing plate 906. The pushing plate 906 is equipped with feeding limit plates 304 on both sides of the top of the feeding position support plate 303.

[0044] The adhesive application position assembly 4 includes an adhesive application position support base 401 disposed on the transport support rail 7. The adhesive application position support base 401 is slidably connected to the transport support rail 7 via a slider. An adhesive application assembly 402 is disposed on one side of the adhesive application position support base 401, and an adhesive application position cleaning assembly 10 is disposed on the other side of the adhesive application position support base 401.

[0045] The glue application assembly 402 includes a glue application displacement cylinder 403 connected to the glue application position support base 401. The output end of the glue application displacement cylinder 403 is fitted with a glue application moving plate 404. A glue application spray gun 405 is mounted on the glue application moving plate 404. A glue feeding hole 406 is provided on one side of the glue application spray gun 405, and a one-way valve is provided. A soft perforated plate 407 is connected to the bottom output end of the glue application spray gun 405 for glue to flow out. The soft perforated plate 407 is fitted with the glue application position cleaning assembly 10.

[0046] The adhesive application cleaning assembly 10 includes an adhesive application cleaning base 1001 disposed on the transport support rail 7. An adhesive application telescopic cylinder 1002 is disposed on the adhesive application cleaning base 1001. A scraper 1003 is connected to the output end of the adhesive application telescopic cylinder 1002. The scraper 1003 rubs against the soft perforated plate 407 to remove excess adhesive from the soft perforated plate 407. A recycling tank 1004 is disposed in conjunction with the scraper 1003.

[0047] The unloading assembly 8 includes an unloading support base 801 mounted on the transport support rail 7. The top of the unloading support base 801 is provided with an unloading moving slide rail 802. A vacuum generator 803 is slidably mounted on the unloading moving slide rail 802. A PA air pipe 804 is provided in cooperation with the vacuum generator 803. A suction cup spring bracket 805 is connected to the PA air pipe 804. A vacuum suction cup 806 is connected to the bottom of the suction cup spring bracket 805. A material trough 807 is provided on one side of the transport main rail 1 in cooperation with the vacuum suction cup 806.

[0048] The cleaning material level assembly 6 includes a cleaning material level support base 601 set on the transport support rail 7. A cleaning lifting cylinder 602 is set above the cleaning material level support base 601. A hoisting grinder 603 is connected to the output end of the cleaning lifting cylinder 602. Suction nozzles 604 are provided on both sides of the hoisting grinder 603 for sucking away the powdery glue after grinding.

[0049] The drying material level assembly 5 includes drying position support bases 501 arranged on both sides of the main transport track 1, and a drying position support plate 502 arranged between the two sides of the drying position support bases 501. Electric air heaters 503 are respectively arranged at both ends of the drying position plate.

[0050] A method for operating an integrated system for coating, drying, and loading graphite plates, the method comprising the following steps: Step 1: Place the workpiece to be processed into the storage tank 307 of the feeding level component 3. The low level sensor 308 on one side of the storage tank 307 monitors the material quantity in real time. When the material is lower than the set value, it issues a prompt so that the material can be replenished in time. The distance sensor 310 is used to monitor the distance between the material and related components to ensure the accuracy of the feeding process. Step 2: The material level plate 2 moves precisely along the main transport track 1 to the predetermined material level component 3 area. The material level support plate 303 supported by the L-shaped bases 302 on both sides forms a guide track through the material limit plate 304. The storage tank 307 of the material level unit 301 feeds material to the guide track through the feeding hole 306. Step 3: The pushing cylinder 903 of the pushing unit 9 drives the pushing plate 906 to push the material into the designated position of the material level plate 2. The pen cylinder 309 is fixed on the feeding plate 305 by the connecting rib. The pen cylinder 309 is started to compact the object in the storage tank 307 to ensure the stable placement of the object and prepare for subsequent feeding. Step 4: The glue application position support base 401 of the glue application position assembly 4 slides to the appropriate position on the transport support track 7 via the slider; the glue application displacement cylinder 403 is activated, pushing the glue application moving plate 404 to move, so that the glue application assembly 402 reaches the designated glue application position. Step 5: Add glue into the glue spray gun 405 through the glue feeding hole 406. The one-way valve prevents glue backflow. The glue spray gun 405 descends, causing the flexible perforated plate 407 at the bottom to contact the surface of the object. Glue flows out from the flexible perforated plate 407 and is evenly applied to the object. Step Six: After the adhesive application is completed, the adhesive application cleaning component 10 begins to operate. The adhesive application telescopic cylinder 1002 pushes the adhesive scraper 1003 to move. The adhesive scraper 1003 rubs against the flexible perforated plate 407, scraping off excess adhesive from the flexible perforated plate 407. The scraped adhesive falls into the recycling tank 1004, realizing the recycling of adhesive and ensuring the cleanliness of the flexible perforated plate 407, preparing it for the next adhesive application. Step 7: The drying position support base 501 of the drying position assembly 5 is fixed on both sides of the main transport track 1. The electric air heater 503 between the drying position support plates 502 on both sides is activated to generate hot air. The main transport track 1 carries the glued object under the drying position support plate 502. The hot air dries the glue on the surface of the object, allowing the glue to cure quickly. Step 8: The vacuum generator 803 of the unloading assembly 8 slides to a suitable position on the unloading moving slide rail 802, and the vacuum suction cup 806 generates negative pressure through the PA air pipe 804, so that the vacuum suction cup 806 can be tightly attached to the surface of the workpiece. Step Nine: Under negative pressure, the vacuum suction cup 806 firmly holds the object, ensuring that the object will not fall off during the unloading process. The vacuum generator 803 moves to one side along the unloading moving slide rail 802, driving the vacuum suction cup 806 and the suctioned object to move together, transferring the object from the material level plate 2 on the main transport track 1 to the material trough 807 set on one side. Step 10: The cleaning lifting cylinder 602 of the cleaning material level assembly 6 is activated, the piston rod extends downward, and the hoisting mill 603 is lowered to a suitable position above the surface of the object; Step 11: The hanging grinder 603 starts working, and its rotating grinding head grinds the material plate 2 to remove any burrs, excess glue and other impurities, making the surface of the object smoother and flatter. Step 12: The suction nozzles 604 on both sides of the hanging grinder 603 start simultaneously, generating a strong suction force to quickly suck away the powdery glue produced during the grinding process. At this point, a complete integrated feeding, gluing, and drying process is completed, and the system awaits the processing instructions for the next object.

[0051] When the system is in operation, after startup, the workpiece to be processed is first placed in the storage tank 307 of the feeding level component 3. A low-level sensor 308 equipped on one side of the storage tank 307 monitors the material level in real time. Once the material level falls below the set value, a prompt will be issued so that the operator can replenish the material in time to ensure production continuity. At the same time, a distance sensor 310 continuously monitors the distance between the material and related components, ensuring the accuracy of the feeding process.

[0052] The material level plate 2 moves precisely along the main transport track 1 to the designated feeding position component 3 area. At this time, the feeding position support plates 303, supported by L-shaped bases 302 on both sides, form a guide track through the feeding limit plate 304. The storage tank 307 of the feeding unit 301 discharges material onto the guide track via the feeding hole 306. Subsequently, the pushing cylinder 903 of the pushing unit 9 drives the pushing plate 906 to push the material into the designated position of the material level plate 2. The pen cylinder 309 is fixed to the feeding plate 305 by connecting ribs. Activating the pen cylinder 309 compacts the object in the storage tank 307 to ensure stable placement of the object and prepare it for subsequent feeding processes.

[0053] The adhesive application assembly 4 begins operation, and the adhesive application support base 401 slides to the appropriate position on the transport track 7 via a slider. The adhesive application displacement cylinder 403 is activated, pushing the adhesive application moving plate 404 to move, so that the adhesive application assembly 402 accurately reaches the designated adhesive application station. Adhesive is added to the adhesive spray gun 405 through the adhesive feeding hole 406, and the one-way valve effectively prevents adhesive backflow. The adhesive spray gun 405 descends, causing the soft perforated plate 407 at the bottom to contact the surface of the object. Adhesive flows out evenly from the soft perforated plate 407 and is applied to the object, ensuring uniform application and appropriate thickness. After the adhesive application is completed, the adhesive application cleaning assembly 10 is immediately activated. The adhesive application telescopic cylinder 1002 pushes the scraper 1003 to move, and the scraper 1003 rubs against the soft perforated plate 407 to scrape off excess adhesive on the soft perforated plate 407. The scraped glue falls into the recycling tank 1004, realizing the recycling of glue, which not only reduces production costs, but also avoids glue waste and environmental pollution, while ensuring the cleanliness of the flexible perforated plate 407 and preparing it for the next glue application.

[0054] The drying material level component 5 comes into play. The drying position support base 501 is fixed on both sides of the main transport track 1. The electric air heater 503 between the drying position support plates 502 on both sides is activated to generate hot air. The main transport track 1 carries the glued object under the drying position support plate 502. The hot air is blown evenly onto the glue on the surface of the object to dry it, so that the glue can be cured quickly, ensuring that the object is firmly bonded and improving product quality.

[0055] The unloading assembly 8 begins operation. The vacuum generator 803 slides along the unloading moving slide rail 802 to a suitable position, generating negative pressure on the vacuum suction cup 806 through the PA air pipe 804, causing the vacuum suction cup 806 to adhere tightly to the surface of the object. Under the action of negative pressure, the vacuum suction cup 806 firmly holds the object, ensuring that the object will not fall off during the unloading process. The vacuum generator 803 moves to one side along the unloading moving slide rail 802, moving the vacuum suction cup 806 and the suctioned object together, transferring the object from the material level plate 2 on the main transport track 1 to the material trough 807 set on one side, completing the unloading process; after unloading, the cleaning material level assembly 6 is activated. The piston rod of the cleaning lifting cylinder 602 extends downward, driving the hanging grinder 603 to a suitable position above the surface of the object. The hanging grinder 603 begins operation, and its rotating grinding head grinds the material level plate 2, removing any burrs, excess glue, and other impurities, making the surface of the object smoother and flatter. Simultaneously, the suction nozzles 604 on both sides of the grinding machine 603 activate, generating strong suction to quickly remove the powdery adhesive produced during the grinding process, maintaining a clean working environment. At this point, a complete integrated feeding, adhesive application, and drying process is completed, and the system awaits processing instructions for the next item to enter a new production cycle.

[0056] This invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Based on the technical solutions disclosed in this invention, those skilled in the art can make some substitutions and modifications to some of the technical features without creative effort, and these substitutions and modifications are all within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. An integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates, comprising a main body, characterized in that, The device body includes a main transport track (1), a material level plate (2) is slidably arranged on the main transport track (1), a feeding material level component (3) is arranged on one side of the main transport track, a gluing material level component (4) is arranged on one side of the feeding material level component, a drying material level component (5) is arranged on one side of the main transport track, a cleaning material level component (6) is arranged on one side of the drying material level component, and several sets of transport support tracks (7) are vertically arranged on the main transport track (1). The cleaning material level component (6) is equipped with a unloading component (8).

2. The integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding unit (3) includes feeding units (301) arranged on both sides of the main transport track (1). The feeding unit (301) includes an L-shaped base (302) arranged on two transport support tracks (7). A feeding support plate (303) is arranged between the two L-shaped bases (302). Feeding limit plates (304) are arranged on the top two sides of the feeding support plate (303). The two feeding limit plates (304) form a track for moving objects. A feeding plate (304) is arranged above the feeding limit plate (304). 05), the feeding plate (305) is provided with a feeding hole (306), a storage tank (307) is provided above the feeding hole (306), a low material level sensor (308) is provided on one side of the storage tank (307), a pen cylinder (309) is provided above between the two feeding level support plates (303), the pen cylinder (309) is used to perform compaction operation, the pen cylinder (309) is fixed on the feeding plate (305) by connecting ribs, and a distance sensor (310) is also provided on one side of the storage tank (307).

3. The integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates according to claim 2, characterized in that, The feeding unit (301) is equipped with a pushing unit (9). The pushing unit (9) includes a pushing support plate (901) disposed between the transport support rails (7). A pushing support seat (902) is disposed on the pushing support plate (901). A pushing cylinder (903) is disposed on the pushing support seat (902). A pushing connecting plate (904) is connected to the pushing cylinder (903). A pushing telescopic cylinder (905) is disposed on the pushing connecting plate (904). A pushing plate (906) is connected to the output end of the pushing telescopic cylinder (905). The pushing plate (906) is configured to cooperate with the feeding limit plates (304) on both sides of the top of the feeding position support plate (303).

4. The integrated system for coating, drying, and loading graphite plates according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adhesive application position assembly (4) includes an adhesive application position support base (401) set on the transport support rail (7). The adhesive application position support base (401) and the transport support rail (7) are slidably connected by a slider. An adhesive application assembly (402) is set on one side of the adhesive application position support base (401), and an adhesive application position cleaning assembly (10) is set on the other side of the adhesive application position support base (401).

5. The integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates according to claim 4, characterized in that, The glue application assembly (402) includes a glue application displacement cylinder (403) connected to the glue application position support base (401). The output end of the glue application displacement cylinder (403) is equipped with a glue application moving plate (404). A glue application spray gun (405) is provided on the glue application moving plate (404). A glue feeding hole (406) is provided on one side of the glue application spray gun (405) and equipped with a one-way valve. A soft perforated plate (407) is connected to the bottom output end of the glue application spray gun (405) for glue to flow out. The soft perforated plate (407) is configured in conjunction with the glue application position cleaning assembly (10).

6. The integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates according to claim 5, characterized in that, The glue application cleaning assembly (10) includes a glue application cleaning base (1001) set on the transport support rail (7). A glue application telescopic cylinder (1002) is set on the glue application cleaning base (1001). A scraper (1003) is connected to the output end of the glue application telescopic cylinder (1002). The scraper (1003) rubs against the soft perforated plate (407) to remove excess glue from the soft perforated plate (407). A recycling tank (1004) is provided in conjunction with the scraper (1003).

7. The integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates according to claim 1, characterized in that, The unloading assembly (8) includes an unloading support base (801) set on the transport support rail (7). The top of the unloading support base (801) is provided with an unloading moving slide rail (802). A vacuum generator (803) is slidably set on the unloading moving slide rail (802). A PA air pipe (804) is provided in cooperation with the vacuum generator (803). A suction cup spring bracket (805) is connected to the PA air pipe (804). A vacuum suction cup (806) is connected to the bottom of the suction cup spring bracket (805). A material trough (807) is provided on one side of the transport main rail (1) in cooperation with the vacuum suction cup (806).

8. The integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning material level assembly (6) includes a cleaning material level support base (601) set on the transport support rail (7). A cleaning lifting cylinder (602) is set above the cleaning material level support base (601). A hoisting grinder (603) is connected to the output end of the cleaning lifting cylinder (602). Suction nozzles (604) are provided on both sides of the hoisting grinder (603) for sucking away the powdery glue after grinding.

9. The integrated system for coating and drying graphite plates according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drying material position assembly (5) includes drying position support bases (501) set on both sides of the main transport track (1), and a drying position support plate (502) is set between the two drying position support bases (501). Electric air heaters (503) are respectively set at both ends of the drying position plate.

10. A working method for an integrated system for coating, drying, and loading graphite plates, characterized in that: The working method includes the following steps: Step 1: Place the workpiece to be processed into the storage tank (307) of the feeding level component (3). The low level sensor (308) on one side of the storage tank (307) monitors the material quantity in real time. When the material is lower than the set value, a prompt is issued so that the material can be replenished in time. The distance sensor (310) is used to monitor the distance between the material and the relevant components to ensure the accuracy of the feeding process. Step 2: The material level plate (2) moves precisely along the main transport track (1) to the predetermined material level component (3) area. The material level support plate (303) supported by the L-shaped base (302) on both sides forms a guide track through the material limit plate (304). The storage tank (307) of the material level unit (301) feeds material to the guide track through the feeding hole (306). Step 3: The pushing cylinder (903) of the pushing unit (9) drives the pushing plate (906) to push the material into the designated position of the material level plate (2). The pen cylinder (309) is fixed on the loading plate (305) by the connecting rib. The pen cylinder (309) is started to compact the object in the storage tank (307) to ensure the stable placement of the object and prepare for subsequent loading. Step 4: The glue application position support base (401) of the glue application position assembly (4) slides to the appropriate position on the transport support rail (7) via a slider; the glue application displacement cylinder (403) is activated, pushing the glue application moving plate (404) to move, so that the glue application assembly (402) reaches the designated glue application position; Step 5: Add glue into the glue spray gun (405) through the glue feeding hole (406). The one-way valve prevents the glue from flowing back. The glue spray gun (405) descends, causing the soft perforated plate (407) at the bottom to contact the surface of the object. The glue flows out from the soft perforated plate (407) and is evenly applied to the object. Step Six: After the glue application is completed, the glue application cleaning component (10) starts working. The glue application telescopic cylinder (1002) pushes the glue scraper (1003) to move. The glue scraper (1003) rubs against the soft perforated plate (407) to scrape off the excess glue on the soft perforated plate (407). The scraped glue falls into the recycling tank (1004) to realize the recycling of glue and at the same time ensure the cleanliness of the soft perforated plate (407) to prepare for the next glue application. Step 7: The drying position support base (501) of the drying position assembly (5) is fixed on both sides of the main transport track (1). The electric air heater (503) between the drying position support plates (502) on both sides is activated to generate hot air. The main transport track (1) carries the glued object under the drying position support plate (502). The hot air dries the glue on the surface of the object, so that the glue can be cured quickly. Step 8: The vacuum generator (803) of the unloading assembly (8) slides to a suitable position on the unloading moving slide rail (802), and the vacuum suction cup (806) generates negative pressure through the PA air pipe (804), so that the vacuum suction cup (806) can be tightly attached to the surface of the workpiece. Step Nine: The vacuum suction cup (806) tightly grips the object under negative pressure, ensuring that the object will not fall off during the unloading process. The vacuum generator (803) moves to one side along the unloading moving slide rail (802), driving the vacuum suction cup (806) and the gripped object to move together, transferring the object from the material level plate (2) on the main transport track (1) to the material trough (807) set on one side: Step 10: The cleaning lifting cylinder (602) of the cleaning material level assembly (6) is started, the piston rod extends downward, and the hoisting mill (603) is lowered to a suitable position above the surface of the object; Step 11: The hanging grinder (603) starts working, and its rotating grinding head grinds the material plate (2) to remove any burrs, excess glue and other impurities that may exist, making the surface of the object smoother and flatter. Step 12: The suction nozzles (604) on both sides of the hanging grinder (603) start simultaneously, generating a strong suction force to quickly suck away the powdery glue generated during the grinding process. At this time, a complete integrated processing flow of feeding, gluing and drying is completed, and the system waits for the processing instruction of the next object.

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