Production system

Abstract

The invention discloses a production system. The production system is used for producing and conveying main products and comprises a main conveying line and an auxiliary conveying line. The main conveying line comprises a mounting position. The number of the auxiliary conveying lines is two, the two auxiliary conveying lines are arranged on the two sides, perpendicular to the conveying direction, of the main conveying line correspondingly, and the two auxiliary conveying lines are circulating conveying lines. The auxiliary conveying line is used for circularly conveying by-products, when the by-products are conveyed to one side of the installation position, the by-products can be installed on the main body piece, and when the by-products on the two sides of the installation position are installed on the main body piece, main products are formed. The main conveying line is arranged, the two auxiliary conveying lines are arranged on the two sides of the main conveying line, the two auxiliary conveying lines convey by-products to the position near the main conveying line, and therefore the main body pieces can be provided with the by-products on the two auxiliary conveying lines at the same time to form main products; and the produced main products can be continuously conveyed to the downstream along the main conveying line, so that the production efficiency is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of production lines, and more specifically to a production system. Background Technology

[0002] To improve production efficiency, the needs and forms of production lines have become more diversified. There is a product on the market that is characterized by multiple decorative strips and other auxiliary parts assembled on a main body. Production lines for this type of product suffer from low production efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a production system that can improve the production efficiency of the main product.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a production system for producing and conveying a main product includes a main conveyor line and auxiliary conveyor lines. The main conveyor line conveys a main component and includes mounting positions. Two auxiliary conveyor lines are provided, configured such that they are respectively located on opposite sides of the main conveyor line perpendicular to the conveying direction, and both auxiliary conveyor lines are circulating conveyor lines. The auxiliary conveyor lines circulate and convey by-products. When a by-product is conveyed to one side of the mounting position, it can be installed onto the main component. When both by-products on both sides of the mounting position are installed onto the main component, they constitute the main product.

[0005] The production system according to embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: In related technologies, for a main product with multiple by-products on a main component, the by-products are transported through a single production line, and then installed when each by-product arrives near the main component. However, if too many by-products need to be installed on the main product, this production method suffers from low efficiency, and the accumulation of the main product after production also affects production efficiency. The production system of this application embodiment sets up a main conveyor line and two auxiliary conveyor lines on both sides of the main conveyor line. The two auxiliary conveyor lines transport by-products to the vicinity of the main conveyor line respectively. Therefore, the main component can be simultaneously installed with by-products from the two auxiliary conveyor lines to form the main product, and the produced main product can continue to be transported downstream along the main conveyor line, effectively improving production efficiency.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the auxiliary conveyor line includes a first layer, a second layer, and a first lifting mechanism. The first layer is arranged vertically above the second layer, and the first lifting mechanism connects the first layer and the second layer. The first lifting mechanism is used to transport the by-product between the first layer and the second layer.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the auxiliary conveyor line includes a limiting mechanism disposed between the first layer and the first lifting mechanism. The limiting mechanism is movable relative to the first layer and can extend relative to the first layer to restrict the movement of the auxiliary product toward the first lifting mechanism and the second layer.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the auxiliary conveyor line includes a plurality of pallets and limit switches. The pallets are used to carry and transport the auxiliary products. When any pallet moves to the mounting position, the limit switch controls the limiting mechanism to extend relative to the first layer to restrict the movement of the pallet until the auxiliary products on the pallets are mounted on the main body.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the main conveyor line includes a buffer position and a finished product position. Along the conveying direction, the finished product position is located downstream of the installation position, and the buffer position is located between the finished product position and the installation position. The buffer position and the finished product position are used to receive and convey the main product.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the main conveyor line includes a third layer, a fourth layer, and a second lifting mechanism. The third layer and the fourth layer are distributed at intervals along the vertical direction. The second lifting mechanism connects the third layer and the fourth layer. The finished product position, the buffer position, and the installation position are located on the third layer.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the production system includes a plurality of accommodating components, the secondary conveyor line includes a secondary conveyor belt, the accommodating components are disposed on the secondary conveyor belt, and each accommodating component includes an accommodating cavity, each accommodating cavity being capable of accommodating a plurality of the by-products.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the secondary conveyor line has the opposite or the same conveying direction as the main conveyor line.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the secondary conveyor line includes a secondary conveyor belt extending from the main conveyor line toward the secondary conveyor line, the secondary conveyor belt being gradually inclined upward.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the upstream end of the mounting position is provided with a first working area and a second working area, the first working area and the second working area being distributed along a direction perpendicular to the conveying direction, the first working area being used to install the by-product onto the main body, and / or the second working area being used to install the by-product onto the main body.

[0015] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein: Figure 1 This is a top view of a production system according to one embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a front view of a secondary conveyor line in one embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a side view of a secondary conveyor line in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Reference numerals: Production system 100, main conveyor line 101, main body component 102, mounting position 103, main product 104, auxiliary conveyor line 105, auxiliary product 106, first lifting mechanism 107, limit mechanism 108, limit switch 109, pallet 110, buffer position 111, finished product position 112, first working area 113, snap-fit ​​groove 114, second working area 115, first layer 201, second layer 202, auxiliary conveyor belt 301, accommodating component 302. Detailed Implementation

[0018] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0019] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0020] In the description of this invention, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0021] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "set up," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0022] In the description of this invention, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above 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 one or more embodiments or examples.

[0023] refer to Figure 1 According to an embodiment of the present invention, a production system 100 is used to produce and transport a main product 104, including a main conveyor line 101 and an auxiliary conveyor line 105. The main conveyor line 101 transports a main component 102 and includes a mounting position 103. Two auxiliary conveyor lines 105 are provided, configured such that they are respectively located on both sides of the main conveyor line 101 perpendicular to the conveying direction, and both auxiliary conveyor lines 105 are circulating conveyor lines. The auxiliary conveyor lines 105 are used to circulate and transport by-products 106. When the by-products 106 are transported to one side of the mounting position 103, they can be mounted on the main component 102. When both by-products 106 on both sides of the mounting position 103 are mounted on the main component 102, they constitute the main product 104. In related technologies, for a main product 104 with multiple auxiliary products 106 on a main component 102, the auxiliary products 106 are transported through a single production line, and then installed when each auxiliary product 106 is transported to the vicinity of the main component 102. However, if too many auxiliary products 106 need to be installed on the main product 104, this production method suffers from low efficiency, and the accumulation of the main product 104 after production also affects production efficiency. The production system 100 of this application embodiment sets up a main conveyor line 101 and sets up two auxiliary conveyor lines 105 on both sides of the main conveyor line 101. The two auxiliary conveyor lines 105 transport auxiliary products 106 to the vicinity of the main conveyor line 101 respectively. Therefore, the main component 102 can simultaneously install auxiliary products 106 on the two auxiliary conveyor lines 105 to form the main product 104, and the produced main product 104 can also continue to be transported downstream along the main conveyor line 101, effectively improving production efficiency.

[0024] It should be noted that in some embodiments of the present invention, the by-product 106 can be set in multiple types to meet the production needs of a specific type of main product 104. The auxiliary conveyor line 105 on the left can circulate eleven different left trim strips, and the auxiliary conveyor line 105 on the right can circulate eleven different right trim strips. A total of twenty-two trim strips are installed on the main body 102 to form the main product 104. If the manufacturing of this main product 104 is carried out using a conventional production line, it will not only be inefficient, but the design of twenty-two different types of trim strips on the same circulating production line will also increase the space occupied by the production line.

[0025] refer to Figure 2 In some embodiments of the present invention, the auxiliary conveyor line 105 includes a first layer 201, a second layer 202, and a first lifting mechanism 107. The first layer 201 is vertically spaced above the second layer 202. The first lifting mechanism 107 connects the first layer 201 and the second layer 202 and is used to transport the by-product 106 between the first layer 201 and the second layer 202. The vertically oriented circular line design can further reduce the space occupied on the horizontal plane, making the overall structure of the production system 100 more compact and adaptable to more types of factories or production workshops. Furthermore, since operators typically stand near the installation position 103, the vertical design also allows all by-products 106 to be close to the operators. The by-products 106 in the first layer 201 are conveyed on one side of the installation position 103, while the second layer 202 is below the first layer 201, allowing for easy access. When the storage of certain types of by-products 106, such as left trim strip number three or left trim strip number five, is insufficient, timely replenishment is also possible.

[0026] Specifically, in some embodiments of the present invention, the first lifting mechanism 107 may adopt a cylinder plus chain transmission form, with a tray 110 or other load-bearing object mounted on the chain to place the by-product 106, while the cylinder drives the chain to lift and lower, and the lifting process is smooth and fast. In some embodiments, a lifting mechanism such as a lead screw or slide rail may also be used.

[0027] In some embodiments of the present invention, the first layer 201 and the second layer 202 may be conveyed by belts, and an anti-slip layer is provided on the belts to ensure that the by-product 106 can circulate stably on the secondary conveyor line 105.

[0028] refer to Figure 1In some embodiments of the present invention, the auxiliary conveyor line 105 includes a limiting mechanism 108, which is disposed between the first layer 201 and the first lifting mechanism 107. The limiting mechanism 108 can be raised and lowered relative to the first layer 201, and can extend relative to the first layer 201 to restrict the movement of the auxiliary product 106 toward the first lifting mechanism 107 and the second layer 202. The limiting mechanism 108 can prevent the auxiliary product 106 from being conveyed away from the mounting position 103 by the auxiliary conveyor line 105 before it is installed on the main body 102. When the auxiliary product 106 to be installed moves to one side of the mounting position 103, by controlling the limiting mechanism 108 to extend relative to the first layer 201, the auxiliary product 106 can be blocked. After the auxiliary product 106 is installed on the main body 102, the limiting mechanism 108 can be lowered. It should be noted that the limit mechanism 108 can be controlled manually, or by a sensor that automatically rises when it senses the presence of a secondary product 106 on the side of the current installation position 103 and automatically descends after the secondary product 106 is removed, or by a pre-programmed method that makes it rise or fall at a certain cycle. For example, it can be set to rise once every ten seconds, with each rise lasting ten seconds. The specific cycle time setting can be adjusted according to the time required for the secondary product 106 to be installed on the main body 102, the interval between two adjacent secondary products 106 on the secondary conveyor line 105, or the speed at which the operator installs the secondary product 106.

[0029] refer to Figure 1 In some embodiments of the present invention, the auxiliary conveyor line 105 includes a plurality of pallets 110 and a limit switch 109. The pallets 110 are used to carry and transport the by-products 106. When any pallet 110 moves to the mounting position 103, the limit switch 109 controls the limiting mechanism 108 to extend relative to the first layer 201 to limit the movement of the pallet 110 until the by-products 106 located on the pallet 110 are mounted on the main body 102. This allows the limit mechanism 108 to rise automatically, improving the level of automation. The form of the tray 110 also facilitates replacement and maintenance. After the limit switch 109 controls the limit mechanism 108 to rise, the limit mechanism 108 can be lowered manually or automatically. For example, the limit mechanism 108 can be lowered manually after the auxiliary product 106 is installed, or a preset time can be used to make it rise for ten seconds or other times before automatically lowering, further improving the level of automation. This preset time is also adjusted according to the time required for the auxiliary product 106 to be installed on the main component 102, the interval between two adjacent auxiliary products 106 on the auxiliary conveyor line 105, or the speed at which the operator installs the auxiliary product 106.

[0030] It should be noted that in some embodiments of the present invention, the first lifting mechanism 107 is also equipped with a sensor. When the sensor detects the presence of the tray 110 above, it descends to bring the tray 110 to the second layer 202. This can reduce the working frequency and power consumption of the first lifting mechanism 107. The first lifting mechanism 107 located below can also be equipped with a sensor. When the presence of the tray 110 is detected, it will drive the tray 110 to rise from the second layer 202 to the first layer 201.

[0031] It should be noted that the reference Figure 1 In some embodiments of the present invention, a snap-fit ​​groove 114 is provided on the side of the tray 110 facing the limiting mechanism 108. After the limiting mechanism 108 rises, it can snap onto the tray 110 to achieve snap-fit. This design allows for a time difference between the contact between the limit switch 109 and the limiting mechanism 108 and the tray 110. That is, the limit switch 109 senses the tray 110 first and sends a command to the limiting mechanism 108 so that the tray 110 continues to move during its rise. When the limiting mechanism 108 rises, it snaps onto the snap-fit ​​groove 114, improving work efficiency and the coordination between the components.

[0032] It should be noted that in some embodiments of the present invention, a buffer pad is also provided between two adjacent pallets 110, which can prevent the pallets 110 from colliding with each other during the transportation process, causing damage to the pallets 110 or the by-product 106 above to shift.

[0033] refer to Figure 1 In some embodiments of the present invention, the main conveyor line 101 includes a buffer position 111 and a finished product position 112. Along the conveying direction, the finished product position 112 is located downstream of the installation position 103, and the buffer position 111 is located between the finished product position 112 and the installation position 103. The buffer position 111 and the finished product position 112 are used to receive and convey the main product 104. Setting a buffer position 111 allows the main conveyor line 101 to convey the main product 104 more smoothly, and the buffer position 111 can also provide more space for placing the main product 104. An operator can be added downstream of the main conveyor line 101 to pick up, place and organize the main product 104. Setting a buffer position 111 can prevent too many assembled main products 104 from piling up at the finished product position 112.

[0034] In some embodiments of the present invention, the main conveyor line 101 includes a third layer, a fourth layer, and a second lifting mechanism. The third and fourth layers are distributed vertically at intervals, and the second lifting mechanism connects the third and fourth layers. The finished product position 112, the buffer position 111, and the mounting position 103 are located on the third layer. The main conveyor line 101 is also configured as a loop structure, allowing for continuous assembly of the main body component 102 at the mounting position 103 by continuously placing the main body component 102 on the loop line. The vertical loop design also aims to save space and make the production system 100 more compact. Figure 1 The main conveyor line 101 and the auxiliary conveyor line 105 shown are both vertical circulating conveyor lines. Therefore, the production system 100 has a comprehensive double-layer design, which maximizes production efficiency. The main component 102 can be placed on the fourth layer and transported to the installation position 103 on the third layer through the fourth layer and the second lifting mechanism.

[0035] It should be noted that in some embodiments of the present invention, the second lifting mechanism can also adopt a cylinder plus chain transmission form. A tray 110 or other load-bearing object is mounted on the chain to hold the main body 102, while the cylinder drives the chain to lift and lower, resulting in a smooth and rapid lifting process. In some embodiments, a lead screw or slide rail lifting mechanism can also be used. The third and fourth layers can also use belt conveyors, and an anti-slip layer is provided on the belt to ensure that the main body 102 or the main product 104 can stably circulate on the main conveyor line 101. Therefore, the structure of the third and fourth layers is referenced... Figure 2 A diagram is sufficient.

[0036] refer to Figure 3 In some embodiments of the present invention, the production system 100 includes a plurality of accommodating components 302, and the secondary conveyor line 105 includes a secondary conveyor belt 301. The accommodating components 302 are disposed on the secondary conveyor belt 301, and each accommodating component 302 includes a accommodating cavity, each accommodating cavity being able to accommodate a plurality of by-products 106. The arrangement of the accommodating components 302 allows the secondary conveyor line 105 to accommodate more by-products 106 simultaneously, reducing the frequency of replenishment of by-products 106 and improving work efficiency. For example, when eleven types of left trim strips need to be assembled on the left side of the secondary conveyor line 105, eleven accommodating components 302 can be set up, and eleven types of left trim strips can be placed in them for circulation. Assembly can continue until the left trim strips in the accommodating components 302 are used up, without frequent replenishment. In some embodiments, the accommodating components 302 can be boxes with openings, which have a large capacity and are easy to access.

[0037] refer to Figure 1 In some embodiments of the present invention, the secondary conveyor line 105 has the opposite or the same conveying direction as the main conveyor line 101. This allows the secondary conveyor line 105 and the main conveyor line 101 to extend in the same direction, for example... Figure 1The structures shown extend in the front-to-back direction and are then arranged in the left-to-right direction, resulting in a more compact overall structure that occupies less space. Furthermore, operators at the upstream end of the main conveyor line 101 can simultaneously control and observe the auxiliary conveyor lines 105 on both sides and the main conveyor line 101, improving the operating experience and safety.

[0038] refer to Figure 3 In some embodiments of the present invention, the secondary conveyor line 105 includes a secondary conveyor belt 301 extending from the main conveyor line 101 toward the secondary conveyor line 105, the secondary conveyor belt 301 gradually tilting upwards. This allows by-products 106 placed on the secondary conveyor belt 301 to... Figure 3 The container 302 shown is tilted toward the main conveyor line 101 to facilitate the operator's access to the by-product 106, for example... Figure 1 In the view shown, the conveyor belt on the left auxiliary conveyor line 105 gradually slopes downward from left to right, and the drive belt on the right auxiliary conveyor line 105 gradually slopes downward from right to left. Both of them are tilted towards the main conveyor line 101 in the middle, which can improve the user experience of the operator. When using the container box, the operator can also directly see the model of the by-product 106 in the box to prevent mistaking or missing it.

[0039] Further, refer to Figure 3 In some embodiments of the present invention, the tilt angle α of the secondary conveyor belt 301 is controlled between 8° and 12°, preferably 10°, so that it will not tilt too much and cause it to tip over, and can also be used to pick up and observe the by-product 106.

[0040] refer to Figure 1 In some embodiments of the present invention, a first working area 113 and a second working area 115 are provided at the upstream end of the mounting position 103. The first working area 113 and the second working area 115 are distributed perpendicular to the conveying direction. The first working area 113 is used to install the by-product 106 onto the main body 102, and / or the second working area 115 is used to install the by-product 106 onto the main body 102. The simultaneous provision of two working areas allows for dual-line processing of the main body 102. For example, when the left auxiliary conveyor line 105 is used to convey various left trim strips and the right auxiliary conveyor line 105 is used to convey various right trim strips, the first working area 113 is used to install the left trim strip on the main body 102, and the second working area 115 is used to install the right trim strip on the main body 102. The installation of the two different types of trim strips does not interfere with each other, effectively improving production efficiency.

[0041] In some embodiments, the first working area 113 and the second working area 115 can be used for two standing operators to perform manual processing, or for placing two robotic arms to perform automatic processing on the left and right sides of the main body 102 respectively.

[0042] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and various changes can be made within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Furthermore, the embodiments of the present invention and the features thereof can be combined with each other unless otherwise specified.

Claims

1. A production system for producing and conveying main products, characterized in that: include: A main conveyor line for conveying the main component, the main conveyor line including an installation position; The main conveyor line has two auxiliary conveyor lines, which are configured such that the two auxiliary conveyor lines are respectively located on both sides of the main conveyor line perpendicular to the conveying direction, and both auxiliary conveyor lines are circulating conveyor lines. The auxiliary conveyor line is used to circulate and transport the auxiliary products. When the auxiliary products are transported to one side of the mounting position, they can be installed on the main body. When the auxiliary products on both sides of the mounting position are installed on the main body, they form the main product.

2. The production system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The auxiliary conveyor line includes a first layer, a second layer, and a first lifting mechanism. The first layer is arranged vertically above the second layer. The first lifting mechanism connects the first layer and the second layer and is used to transport the by-product between the first layer and the second layer.

3. The production system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The auxiliary conveyor line includes a limiting mechanism disposed between the first layer and the first lifting mechanism. The limiting mechanism can move up and down relative to the first layer and can extend relative to the first layer to restrict the movement of the auxiliary product toward the first lifting mechanism and the second layer.

4. The production system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The auxiliary conveyor line includes multiple pallets and limit switches. The pallets are used to carry and transport the auxiliary products. When any pallet moves to the mounting position, the limit switch controls the limiting mechanism to extend relative to the first layer to restrict the movement of the pallet until the auxiliary products on the pallet are mounted on the main body.

5. The production system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main conveyor line includes a buffer position and a finished product position. Along the conveying direction, the finished product position is located downstream of the installation position, and the buffer position is located between the finished product position and the installation position. The buffer position and the finished product position are used to receive and convey the main product.

6. The production system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The main conveyor line includes a third layer, a fourth layer, and a second lifting mechanism. The third layer and the fourth layer are distributed at intervals along the vertical direction. The second lifting mechanism connects the third layer and the fourth layer. The finished product position, the buffer position, and the installation position are located on the third layer.

7. The production system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The production system includes multiple accommodating components, the secondary conveyor line includes a secondary conveyor belt, the accommodating components are disposed on the secondary conveyor belt, and each accommodating component includes an accommodating cavity, each of the accommodating cavities being able to accommodate multiple of the secondary products.

8. The production system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The secondary conveyor line has the opposite or the same conveying direction as the main conveyor line.

9. The production system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The secondary conveyor line includes a secondary conveyor belt extending from the main conveyor line toward the secondary conveyor line, and the secondary conveyor belt gradually slopes upward.

10. The production system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upstream end of the mounting position is provided with a first working area and a second working area, which are distributed along a direction perpendicular to the conveying direction. The first working area is used to install the by-product onto the main body, and / or the second working area is used to install the by-product onto the main body.

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