Intelligent packaging equipment special for glucometer

Abstract

The special intelligent packaging equipment for the glucometer comprises a rack, a long circular conveying track and a plurality of jigs on the track, and a box opening mechanism, a box labeling mechanism, an assembly bag boxing mechanism, an assembly bag labeling mechanism, an accessory bag boxing mechanism, a specification boxing mechanism, an emitter boxing mechanism, a box sealing mechanism and a weighing and picking mechanism are sequentially arranged on the rack in the conveying direction of the jigs. The box opening mechanism unfolds the folded boxes one by one and places the folded boxes on a jig, the boxing mechanisms sequentially load corresponding materials into the boxes, the labeling mechanism completes marking of box bodies and assembly bags, the box sealing mechanism achieves gluing, folding and pressure maintaining, and the weighing and picking mechanism automatically detects and sorts qualified and unqualified products. According to the equipment, full-process automatic boxing is achieved through cooperative linkage of all the mechanisms, the equipment adapts to the glucose meter packaging requirement, and the visual photographing camera is used for photographing, recognizing and checking bar code information on boxes and assembly bags after labeling and used for recording pictures for storage and tracing after photographing the assembly bags, accessory bags, specifications and emitters.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the technical field of intelligent packaging equipment for medical diagnostic instruments, and particularly relates to an intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters. Background Technology

[0002] As a common home and medical blood glucose testing tool, blood glucose meters require standardized packaging after production and assembly. The packaging process typically includes unfolding the box, labeling, sequentially loading components, accessories, instructions, transmitter, and other materials, as well as final sealing and weighing. Currently, the packaging of blood glucose meters on the market uses a combination of manual and semi-automatic equipment. The manual operation involves many steps, which is not only inefficient and unable to meet the needs of large-scale production, but also prone to human error leading to problems such as missing or incorrect materials, label placement deviations, and insecure sealing, affecting the consistency of product packaging quality.

[0003] Existing semi-automatic cartoning equipment is mostly designed for single processes, with each process operating independently. Manual material handling is required to connect each step, increasing labor costs, extending production cycles, and resulting in poor coordination between devices, making it difficult to achieve fully automated closed-loop control of the entire cartoning process. Furthermore, given the unique characteristics of blood glucose meter cartoning, different materials (such as component bags, transmitters, and instruction manuals) vary in size and shape, making existing equipment insufficiently adaptable. Adjustments when changing product specifications are cumbersome and inflexible. In addition, existing equipment lacks an effective weighing and sorting mechanism, failing to promptly identify defective products, which can easily enter the market and damage brand reputation. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an automated cartoning system that can automate the entire blood glucose meter cartoning process, improve packaging quality and efficiency, and is highly adaptable, to address the shortcomings of existing technologies. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a smart packaging device specifically for blood glucose meters, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a smart packaging device for blood glucose meters, comprising: frame; An elongated oval conveyor track is provided on the frame, and multiple fixtures for fitting and placing boxes are slidably arranged on the conveyor track; The frame is equipped with a box opening mechanism, a box labeling mechanism, a component bag boxing mechanism, a component bag labeling mechanism, an accessory bag boxing mechanism, an instruction manual boxing mechanism, a transmitter boxing mechanism, a box sealing mechanism, and a weighing and picking mechanism arranged sequentially along the jig conveying direction beside the conveying track. The box-opening mechanism unfolds each folded box individually and places them onto a fixture. The box labeling mechanism labels the unfolded box. The component bag packing mechanism loads component bags into the box. The component bag labeling mechanism labels the component bags. The accessory bag packing mechanism packs accessory bags into the box. The instruction manual packing mechanism packs the instruction manual into the box. The transmitter packing mechanism packs the transmitter into the box. The box-sealing mechanism applies glue to the box opening, folds and presses it. The weighing and sorting mechanism weighs the sealed boxes and sorts the qualified and unqualified products.

[0006] In this invention, the box-opening mechanism further includes a first support frame, a second support frame, a third support frame, a fourth support frame, and a first transmission belt. The first support frame, the second support frame, the third support frame, and the fourth support frame are fixed on the frame. The first transmission belt is driven on the first support frame. Opposite baffles are provided on the first support frame outside the first transmission belt. The folded box is restricted inside the baffles and is conveyed by the first transmission belt. The second support frame is provided on the frame and located at one output end of the first transmission belt. Opposite first cylinders are provided on the second support frame. A clamping plate is provided at the output end of the first cylinder. A first slide is slidably provided on the third support frame. A suction cup is provided on the first slide. A vertically sliding second slide is provided on the fourth support frame. A first gripper is provided on the second slide. The first slide moves until the suction cup picks up one side of the folded box. After the first cylinder pushes the clamping plate to clamp the two sides of the box, the first slide continues to move and unfolds the folded box through the suction cup. After the unfolded box is picked up by the suction cup, the first gripper clamps the two sides of the box and places it vertically on the fixture.

[0007] In this invention, the box labeling mechanism further includes a fifth support frame, which is fixed on the frame. A third slide is slidably mounted on the fifth support frame, and a fourth slide is slidably mounted on the third slide. A labeling device is mounted on the fourth slide. The labeling device moves to both sides of the fixture and applies labels to both sides of the box through the notch on the fixture.

[0008] In this invention, the component bag packaging mechanism further includes a sixth support frame and a seventh support frame, which are fixed to the frame. A fifth slide is slidably mounted on the sixth support frame, and a sixth slide is slidably mounted on the fifth slide. A rotary cylinder is mounted on the sixth slide, and a fixed frame is fixedly connected to the output end of the rotary cylinder. A suction cup is mounted on the fixed frame. The component bag packaging mechanism also includes a second transmission belt for transporting component bags. A second cylinder is mounted on the seventh support frame, and a lever is mounted at the output end of the second cylinder. After the fifth and sixth slides move to the suction cup to adhere to the component bag on the second transmission belt, the rotary cylinder rotates 90° and moves to directly above the box. After the second cylinder opens the box opening, the sixth slide moves downward to pack the component bag into the box.

[0009] In this invention, the component bag labeling mechanism further includes an eighth support frame, which is fixed on the machine frame. A seventh slide is slidably mounted on the eighth support frame, and an eighth slide is slidably mounted on the seventh slide. A labeling device is mounted on the eighth slide above the second transmission belt for labeling the component bag.

[0010] In this invention, the accessory bag packaging mechanism further includes an accessory bag frame, a ninth support frame, and a tenth support frame fixed on a machine frame. The accessory bags are stacked obliquely on the accessory bag frame. A third cylinder is provided on the ninth support frame, and a fourth cylinder is connected to the output end of the third cylinder. A lever is connected to the output end of the fourth cylinder. A fifth cylinder is also provided on the ninth support frame, and a suction cup is provided at the output end of the fifth cylinder. A ninth slide is slidably provided on the tenth support frame, and a second gripper is provided on the ninth slide. The second gripper and the lever correspond vertically. After the suction cup picks up the accessory bag, the second gripper vertically clamps the accessory bag. After the lever opens the box opening, the second gripper moves downward to put the accessory bag into the box.

[0011] In this invention, the instruction manual boxing mechanism further includes an instruction manual holder, an eleventh support frame, and a twelfth support frame mounted on a frame. The instruction manuals are stacked vertically on the instruction manual holder. The eleventh support frame is equipped with a rotary cylinder, and the output end of the rotary cylinder is equipped with a sixth cylinder. The output end of the sixth cylinder is equipped with a suction cup for holding the instruction manuals. The twelfth support frame is equipped with a tenth slide, and the output end of the tenth slide is equipped with a third gripper. The rotary cylinder drives the suction cup to hold the top instruction manual and rotates it 90° so that the instruction manual is held by the third gripper. Then, the tenth slide drives the third gripper to put the instruction manual into the box.

[0012] In this invention, the transmitter packaging mechanism further includes a third transmission belt and a thirteenth support frame. The third transmission belt is used to transport the transmitter. An eleventh slide is slidably mounted on the thirteenth support frame. A seventh cylinder is slidably mounted on the eleventh slide. A rotary cylinder is provided at the output end of the seventh cylinder. A suction cup is provided at the output end of the rotary cylinder. The suction cup picks up the transmitter on the third transmission belt and puts it into the box.

[0013] In this invention, the sealing mechanism further includes a fourteenth support frame, a fifteenth support frame, a sixteenth support frame, a seventeenth support frame, and an eighteenth support frame. A motor is mounted on the fourteenth support frame, with its output end fixedly connected to one end of a first connecting block. The other end of the first connecting block is rotatably connected to one end of a second connecting block, and the other end of the second connecting block is rotatably connected to the middle of a third connecting block. One end of the third connecting block is rotatably connected to the fourteenth support frame. A twelfth slide is slidably mounted on the fifteenth support frame, and a glue applicator is mounted on the twelfth slide for applying glue to the top opening of the box. An eighth cylinder is mounted on the sixteenth support frame on the same side and at an angle to the fifteenth support frame. The output end of the eighth cylinder is equipped with a pressure roller. The seventeenth support frame and the sixteenth support frame are opposite each other, and the seventeenth support frame is equipped with a ninth cylinder. The output end of the ninth cylinder is equipped with a fourth connecting block. The fourth connecting block is equipped with a row of rollers. The eighteenth support frame is equipped with a fifth connecting block. The fifth connecting block is equipped with a row of pressure-holding rollers. The motor drives the third connecting block to rotate, thereby folding the opening at the top of the box. The glue applicator applies glue to the opening at the top of the box. Then, the eighth cylinder pushes the pressure roller to press the plate at the opening of the box for bonding. The bonded top of the box passes under the rollers and then rolls under the pressure-holding rollers for pressure retention.

[0014] In this invention, the weighing and sorting mechanism further includes a nineteenth support frame and a scale. A thirteenth slide is slidably provided on the nineteenth support frame, and a fourth gripper is slidably provided on the thirteenth slide. The fourth gripper is used to hold the sealed box and place it on the scale for weighing. The actual weight is compared with the standard weight to determine whether the product is qualified or unqualified.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this invention are: This invention automates the entire process of packing blood glucose meters by setting up an elongated oval conveyor track and multiple fixtures for matching boxes on a frame, along with a box opening mechanism, a box labeling mechanism, a component bag packing mechanism, a component bag labeling mechanism, an accessory bag packing mechanism, an instruction manual packing mechanism, a transmitter packing mechanism, a box sealing mechanism, and a weighing and picking mechanism arranged sequentially along the conveying direction. This eliminates the need for manual intervention in the connection between each process, significantly improves packing efficiency, and effectively meets the needs of large-scale mass production.

[0016] Each component works in concert around the conveyor track. The fixture precisely positions the boxes and guides them through each process sequentially, ensuring accurate box placement, standardized labeling, and secure sealing. This effectively avoids issues such as omissions, misplacements, and labeling deviations caused by manual operation, significantly improving the consistency and stability of product packaging quality. Furthermore, the modular design of each component, including cylinders, carriages, suction cups, and grippers, adapts to different sizes of blood glucose meter packaging materials, allowing for convenient adjustments and high flexibility when changing product specifications.

[0017] The weighing and sorting mechanism automatically weighs and inspects sealed products, quickly separating qualified from unqualified products by comparing their weight with standard quality. This timely separation of unqualified products prevents them from entering subsequent stages and ensures product quality before they leave the factory. The overall equipment has a compact structure and a reasonable layout of each mechanism. The elongated oval conveyor track allows for the reuse of fixtures, reducing equipment space requirements, lowering energy consumption and labor costs, and improving enterprise production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the planar structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the opening mechanism of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the box labeling mechanism; Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the component bag packaging mechanism and the component bag labeling structure; Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the accessory bag / box mechanism; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the instruction manual boxing mechanism; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the transmitter packaging mechanism; Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the sealing mechanism; Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the weighing and sorting mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. For ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.

[0021] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification and claims of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and not to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such use of data can be interchanged where appropriate so that embodiments of this application can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein, and the objects distinguished by "first," "second," etc., are generally of the same class and are not limited in number; for example, a first object can be one or more. Furthermore, in the specification and claims, "and / or" indicates at least one of the connected objects, and the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following objects are in an "or" relationship.

[0022] It should be noted that in the description of this application, the directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this application. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0023] It should be noted that, in this application, 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 a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. Furthermore, it should be noted that the scope of the methods and apparatuses in the embodiments of this application is not limited to performing functions in the order shown or discussed, but may also include performing functions substantially simultaneously or in the reverse order, depending on the functions involved. For example, the described methods may be performed in a different order than described, and various steps may be added, omitted, or combined. Additionally, features described with reference to certain examples may be combined in other examples.

[0024] This embodiment provides a smart packaging device specifically for blood glucose meters, including: The frame 1, which serves as the installation and load-bearing foundation for the entire equipment, is made of high-strength profiles and has sufficient structural stability and rigidity. It can effectively offset the vibration generated during the operation of each mechanism and avoid affecting the operating accuracy of the equipment. The elongated oval conveying track 2 is fixedly mounted on the frame 1. The conveying track 2 adopts a precision linear guide structure and works with the drive component to achieve intermittent and stable conveying. Multiple fixtures 3 are slidably mounted on the track to fit and place boxes. The fixtures 3 fit precisely with the outline of the boxes and are equipped with positioning buckles to limit and fix the boxes, which can prevent the boxes from shifting or shaking during conveying and various processes. The elongated oval structure design allows the fixtures 3 to be recycled and reused without the need for an additional fixture 3 recycling mechanism, which greatly saves equipment space and improves conveying efficiency. The frame 1 is configured on the side of the conveyor track 2, and along the conveying direction of the fixture 3, it is sequentially integrated with a box opening mechanism 4, a box labeling mechanism 5, a component bag boxing mechanism 6, a component bag labeling mechanism 7, an accessory bag boxing mechanism 8, an instruction manual boxing mechanism 9, a transmitter boxing mechanism 10, a box sealing mechanism 11, and a weighing and picking mechanism 12. Each mechanism is coordinated and linked through a PLC control system to form a fully automated operation chain, completely replacing the traditional manual and semi-automatic connection mode, and effectively avoiding the problem of process discontinuity. The box-opening mechanism 4 is used to separate and precisely unfold stacked folded boxes, and then place them onto the fixture 3 on the conveyor track 2, automating the box loading and forming process. Compared to manual box opening, this not only increases efficiency by more than 3 times but also ensures the consistency of the unfolded box shape, avoiding box deformation caused by manual operation. The box labeling mechanism 5 is used to precisely label the sides of the unfolded boxes, marking information such as production batch and production date, providing assurance for product traceability. The labeling position is precise and controllable, solving the problems of positional deviation and missing labels in manual labeling. The component bag boxing mechanism 6 is used to automatically load and accurately insert the core component bags of the blood glucose meter into the box, realizing automated filling of core materials. The component bag labeling mechanism 7 is used to complete the exclusive labeling on the component bags, ensuring batch correspondence between the component bags and the boxes, and improving the integrity of product traceability. The accessory bag boxing mechanism 8 is used to pack the blood glucose meter... The accessory bag is stably placed into the box, taking advantage of its thin and light nature to prevent damage during filling. The instruction manual boxing mechanism 9 neatly packs the instruction manual into the box, ensuring it is arranged correctly without wrinkles or inversion. The transmitter boxing mechanism 10 accurately places the blood glucose meter transmitter into the designated position in the box, adapting to the transmitter's precision structure to prevent damage during filling. The sealing mechanism 11 automatically applies glue, folds the edges, and applies pressure to the opening of the box containing all materials, ensuring a strong seal and preventing the glue from coming undone during transportation. The weighing and sorting mechanism 12 automatically weighs and checks the sealed boxes, comparing the actual weight with a preset standard weight in real time to determine whether the product is qualified. It automatically sorts qualified and unqualified products, quickly identifying unqualified products with missing or incorrectly packed materials, preventing unqualified products from flowing into subsequent stages, and significantly improving the product qualification rate.

[0025] The box-opening mechanism 4 includes a first support frame 40, a second support frame 41, a third support frame 42, a fourth support frame 43, and a first transmission belt 44. The first support frame 40, second support frame 41, third support frame 42, and fourth support frame 43 are all fixed to the preset mounting positions on the frame 1 by bolts, ensuring controllable installation accuracy and facilitating later maintenance and adjustment. The first transmission belt 44 is driven by the first support frame 40, providing smooth transmission and adjustable conveying speed to adapt to the conveying needs of boxes of different sizes. Symmetrically opposite baffles 45 are provided on the first support frame 40 outside the first transmission belt 44. The spacing of the 5-way support can be adjusted according to the width of the folded box. The folded box is confined within the baffle 45 to form a regular conveying channel, preventing offset and stacking during conveying and ensuring that individual boxes are output sequentially. The second support frame 41 is mounted on the frame 1 and is located at one end of the output of the first transmission belt 44, forming a connecting station. The second support frame 41 is symmetrically equipped with opposing first cylinders 46. The output end of the first cylinder 46 is fixedly connected to a clamping plate 47. The inner side of the clamping plate 47 is provided with a flexible buffer pad to prevent squeezing damage to the box body when clamping it. The third support frame 42 is slidably mounted on a linear slide rail. The system includes a first slide 48, which is driven by a cylinder to move horizontally. A suction cup 49 is fixedly mounted on the first slide 48 and connected to a vacuum generator via a vacuum line. The suction force is adjustable to accommodate boxes of different materials. A second slide 4A, which can slide vertically, is mounted on a fourth support frame 43 via a linear slide rail. The second slide 4A is driven by a cylinder to lift and lower. A first gripper 4B is fixedly mounted on the second slide 4A, and its opening and closing range is adjustable to accommodate boxes of different heights. During operation, the first slide 48 moves to the suction cup 49 to grip the folded box. While the first cylinder 46 pushes the clamping plate 47 to clamp and position the box from both sides, the first slide 48 continues to move horizontally. Through the combined force of the suction cup 49 and the clamping plate 47, the folded box is smoothly unfolded. The unfolded box is held in shape by the suction cup 49 to prevent it from springing back. Then, the first gripper 4B precisely clamps the two sides of the box, and the second slide 4A drives the first gripper 4B to descend, placing the box vertically on the positioning position of the fixture 3. The whole action is smooth and orderly with high positioning accuracy, which can realize the automated and non-destructive unfolding and loading of folded boxes. Compared with manual operation, it greatly improves the work efficiency and consistency.

[0026] The box labeling mechanism 5 includes a fifth support frame 50, which is fixed to the frame 1 by welding and bolts, ensuring a stable structure and preventing vibration from affecting labeling accuracy. A third slide 51 is slidably mounted on the fifth support frame 50 via a linear slide rail. The third slide 51 is driven by a servo motor to move horizontally, achieving millimeter-level positioning accuracy. A fourth slide 52 is slidably mounted on the third slide 51 via a linear slide rail. The fourth slide 52 is driven by a cylinder to lift vertically, adapting to the labeling needs of boxes of different heights. A labeling device 53 is fixedly mounted on the fourth slide 52. The labeling device 53 can be selected from... Laser labeling machines or ink labeling machines are available to suit different labeling needs. The labeling device 53 can be moved to both sides of the fixture 3. By using the pre-set notches on the fixture 3 to avoid obstruction, the labeling device 53 can accurately label both sides of the box. The notch design does not affect the positioning effect of the fixture 3 on the box, and provides sufficient working space for the labeling device 53 to achieve unobstructed labeling. Furthermore, through the coordinated movement of the third slide 51 and the fourth slide 52, the labeling position can be flexibly adjusted to suit the labeling needs of boxes of different sizes. The labeling is clear, accurate, and not easy to fall off, effectively ensuring the integrity of product traceability information. At the same time, automated labeling avoids the subjective errors of manual labeling and improves the labeling qualification rate.

[0027] The component bag packaging mechanism 6 includes a sixth support frame 60 and a seventh support frame 61, both fixed to the frame 1. They are arranged in a corresponding manner to form a collaborative workstation. A fifth slide 62 is slidably mounted on the sixth support frame 60 via a linear slide rail. The fifth slide 62 is driven by a servo motor to achieve precise horizontal movement. A sixth slide 63 is slidably mounted on the fifth slide 62 via a linear slide rail. The sixth slide 63 is driven by a cylinder to achieve lifting and lowering. A rotary cylinder 64 is fixedly mounted on the sixth slide 63, capable of precise rotation within a 0-90° range. A fixed frame 65 is fixedly connected to the output end of the rotary cylinder 64. Multiple suction cups 49 are evenly arranged on the fixed frame 65 to ensure stable adsorption of the component bags and prevent them from falling off during filling. The component bag packaging mechanism 6 also includes a second transmission belt 66 for continuous transport of the component bags, enabling automatic loading of the component bags. The seventh support frame 61 is fixedly equipped with a second cylinder 67, and the output end of the second cylinder 67 is fixedly connected to a lever 68. The end of the lever 68 is made of flexible material to avoid scratching the box when opening the box. During operation, the fifth slide 62 and the sixth slide 63 move together, driving the suction cup 49 to move precisely above the component bag on the second transmission belt 66. After the suction cup 49 adsorbs the component bag, the rotary cylinder 64 rotates 90° to adjust the component bag to a posture that matches the box opening. Then, the whole thing moves to the top of the box, and the second cylinder 67 drives the lever 68 to gently open the box opening to prevent the opening from closing and affecting the filling. Then, the sixth slide 63 moves slowly downward to smoothly put the component bag into the box. The whole process is gentle and precise, which can effectively prevent the component bag from wrinkling or breaking. At the same time, it realizes the automated posture adjustment and filling of the component bag, which is suitable for the thin and easily deformable characteristics of the component bag. Compared with manual filling, it greatly improves the filling efficiency and standardization.

[0028] The component bag labeling mechanism 7 includes an eighth support frame 70, which is fixed to the frame 1 and located above the second transmission belt 66. A seventh slide 71 is slidably mounted on the eighth support frame 70 via a linear slide rail. The seventh slide 71 is driven by a servo motor to move horizontally, adapting to the labeling requirements of component bags of different widths. An eighth slide 72 is slidably mounted on the seventh slide 71 via a linear slide rail. The eighth slide 72 is driven by a cylinder to lift and lower, adjusting the labeling spacing according to the thickness of the component bag to avoid excessive compression or spacing between the labeling device 53 and the component bag. Excessive labeling can negatively impact the labeling effect. The eighth carriage 72 is equipped with a labeling device 53 located above the second transmission belt 66. This device precisely labels the component bags during transport. The labeling device 53 works in tandem with the conveying action of the second transmission belt 66, enabling continuous labeling of the component bags without interruption and without affecting feeding efficiency. Furthermore, the labeling position can be precisely adjusted by moving the seventh carriage 71 and the eighth carriage 72, ensuring consistent labeling positions for each component bag. This guarantees batch correspondence between component bags and boxes, effectively improving the integrity of the product traceability system and preventing batch confusion.

[0029] The accessory bag packaging mechanism 8 includes an accessory bag frame 80, a ninth support frame 81, and a tenth support frame 82 fixed on the frame 1. The accessory bag frame 80 adopts an inclined structure design, with accessory bags stacked obliquely on the accessory bag frame 80. Automatic feeding is achieved by their own gravity, eliminating the need for continuous manual feeding and reducing manual intervention. A third cylinder 83 is fixedly mounted on the ninth support frame 81, and a fourth cylinder 84 is connected to the output end of the third cylinder 83. The third cylinder 83 drives the fourth cylinder 84 to move horizontally, and the fourth cylinder 84 drives subsequent components to lift. A lever 85 is connected to the output end of the fourth cylinder 84, which can be precisely inserted into the box opening and gently opened, providing ample space for accessory bag filling. A fifth cylinder 86 is also mounted on the ninth support frame 81, and a suction cup 49 is mounted on the output end of the fifth cylinder 86. The suction cup 49 has an adsorption force adapted to the weight of the accessory bag, ensuring stable adsorption without damaging the accessory bag. The tenth support frame 82 slides via a linear guide rail. A ninth slide 87 is provided, which is driven by a servo motor 5 to achieve precise horizontal movement. The ninth slide 87 is equipped with a second gripper 88, and the inner side of the second gripper 88 is provided with an anti-slip soft pad to firmly hold the accessory bag and prevent it from slipping. The second gripper 88 and the lever 85 are arranged vertically and vertically. During operation, the suction cup 49 accurately picks up the outermost accessory bag on the accessory bag holder 80. Then, the second gripper 88 vertically clamps the accessory bag from both sides to achieve double fixation and prevent the accessory bag from shifting or falling during movement. Then, the lever 85 opens the box opening under the drive of the cylinder. The ninth slide 87 drives the second gripper 88 to move to the top of the box. The second gripper 88 moves downward to smoothly put the accessory bag into the box. This mechanism is adapted to the structural characteristics of the accessory bag to realize the automated feeding, clamping and filling of the accessory bag. The action is smooth and highly stable, effectively avoiding the problems of missing or incorrect filling that occur during manual filling. At the same time, the inclined material rack design greatly improves the convenience of feeding and reduces the labor intensity of manual labor.

[0030] The instruction manual boxing mechanism 9 includes an instruction manual holder 90, an eleventh support frame 91, and a twelfth support frame 92 mounted on a frame 1. The instruction manual holder 90 has a vertical structure, and the instruction manuals are stacked vertically on the holder. A limiting baffle 45 is provided on the inner side of the holder to prevent the instruction manuals from shifting or tipping over, ensuring that the instruction manuals are stacked neatly. The eleventh support frame 91 is equipped with a rotary cylinder 64, which can achieve precise rotation from 0 to 90 degrees. The output end of the rotary cylinder 64 is equipped with a sixth cylinder 93, which drives a suction cup 49 to achieve lifting and lowering. The suction cup 49 is used to precisely hold the instruction manuals. The suction cup 49 adopts a multi-group distributed design to ensure uniform adsorption of the instruction manuals and avoid wrinkles or deformation. The twelfth support frame 92 is equipped with a tenth slide 94, which is driven by a servo motor to achieve horizontal movement. The system is highly automated and precisely positioned. The tenth slide 94 has a third gripper 95 at its output end, with an adjustable opening and closing range to accommodate instruction manuals of different sizes. During operation, the rotary cylinder 64 rotates the suction cup 49 to directly above the instruction manual holder 90. The sixth cylinder 93 drives the suction cup 49 to descend and grip the topmost instruction manual. Then, the rotary cylinder 64 rotates 90°, changing the instruction manual from a vertical to a horizontal position, precisely positioning it within the gripping range of the third gripper 95. The third gripper 95 smoothly holds the instruction manual, achieving a change in posture and handover. Subsequently, the tenth slide 94 moves the third gripper 95 to directly above the box, neatly inserting the instruction manual into the box. The entire process is automated, with smooth posture changes and precise filling positions, effectively avoiding problems such as wrinkles, inversions, and misalignment that occur during manual filling. It also adapts to the filling needs of instruction manuals of different sizes, offering high flexibility.

[0031] The transmitter packaging mechanism 10 includes a third transmission belt 100 and a thirteenth support frame 101. The third transmission belt 100 is used to continuously transport the blood glucose meter transmitter. The surface of the transmission belt is provided with a flexible anti-slip pad to prevent the transmitter from sliding or bumping during transportation, protecting the precision structure of the transmitter from damage. The thirteenth support frame 101 is fixed on the frame 1 and is located between the third transmission belt 100 and the conveying track 2. An eleventh slide 102 is slidably mounted on the thirteenth support frame 101 via a linear slide rail. The eleventh slide 102 is driven by a servo motor to achieve precise horizontal movement. A seventh cylinder 103 is slidably mounted on the eleventh slide 102. The seventh cylinder 103 drives subsequent components to achieve lifting and lowering actions, adapting to transmitters and boxes of different heights. The output end is equipped with a rotary cylinder 64, which can adjust its angle according to the pre-reserved launcher installation position inside the box. The output end of the rotary cylinder 64 is equipped with a suction cup 49, which is made of flexible material and can fit tightly against the surface of the launcher to avoid scratches during adsorption. During operation, the suction cup 49 accurately picks up the launcher on the third transmission belt 100. Through the coordinated action of the eleventh slide 102, the seventh cylinder 103 and the rotary cylinder 64, the launcher is adjusted to the appropriate posture and moved to the top of the box. Then, it slowly descends to put the launcher into the designated position inside the box. The mechanism moves precisely and gently, which can effectively adapt to the precision and easy damage characteristics of the launcher, realize the automated and non-destructive loading of the launcher, avoid the damage to the launcher caused by improper operation during manual loading, and improve loading accuracy and efficiency.

[0032] The sealing mechanism 11 includes a fourteenth support frame 110, a fifteenth support frame 111, a sixteenth support frame 112, a seventeenth support frame 113, and an eighteenth support frame 114. Each support frame is firmly fixed to the frame 1, forming a multi-station collaborative operation structure. A motor 115 is mounted on the fourteenth support frame 110. The motor 115 is a stepper motor, enabling precise speed and angle control. The output end of the motor 115 is fixedly connected to one end of a first connecting block 116. The other end of the first connecting block 116 is rotatably connected to one end of a second connecting block 117 via a rotating shaft. The other end of the second connecting block 117 is rotatably connected to the middle of a third connecting block 118 via a rotating shaft. One end of the third connecting block 118 is connected to the fourteenth support frame 114. The support frame 110 is rotatably connected via a rotating shaft, forming a crank-connecting rod mechanism. This mechanism converts the rotational motion of the motor 115 into the swing motion of the third connecting block 118. The swing of the third connecting block 118 precisely actuates the folded edge of the top opening of the delivered box, achieving automated folding of the edge. The action is smooth and the force is controllable, preventing damage to the folded edge. The 15th support frame 111 is equipped with a 12th slide rail 119, which is driven by a cylinder to move horizontally. The glue application position can be adjusted according to the width of the box. The 12th slide rail 119 is equipped with a glue applicator 11A for precise glue application to the top opening of the box. The glue output of the glue applicator 11A can be precisely adjusted to avoid excessive glue application. To prevent waste, excess glue, or insufficient glue dispensing that could lead to an insecure box seal, the sixteenth support frame 112 and the fifteenth support frame 111 are equipped with an eighth cylinder 11B on the same side and at an angle. The output end of the eighth cylinder 11B is equipped with a pressure roller 11C, the surface of which is made of a flexible material. The eighth cylinder 11B drives the pressure roller 11C to press and bond the folded box edges, ensuring a full adhesion of the glue layer. The seventeenth support frame 113 is arranged opposite to the sixteenth support frame 112, and the seventeenth support frame 113 is equipped with a ninth cylinder 11D. The output end of the ninth cylinder 11D is equipped with a fourth connecting block 11E, which has a row of rollers 11F. The rollers 11F can roll and compact the box edges from all directions. To further enhance the bonding strength, the eighteenth support frame 114 is equipped with a fifth connecting block 11G, and the fifth connecting block 11G is equipped with a row of pressure-holding rollers 11H. The spacing of the pressure-holding rollers 11H is adapted to the box size. After the top of the bonded box passes through the bottom of the roller 11F, it then passes through the bottom of the pressure-holding rollers 11H for rolling and pressure holding, ensuring that the box edge remains in a close fit before the adhesive layer cures, avoiding the phenomenon of glue separation and edge lifting. The entire box sealing process is completed automatically. From folding, applying glue, pressing and bonding to pressure holding and curing, each link is closely connected, and the sealing quality is stable and reliable, adapting to the sealing needs of boxes of different specifications. Compared with manual box sealing, it greatly improves the sealing efficiency and consistency, while avoiding problems such as uneven glue application and weak pressing by manual sealing.

[0033] The weighing and sorting mechanism 12 includes a nineteenth support frame 120 and a high-precision scale 121. The scale 121 is an electronic scale with a weighing accuracy of up to 0.1g, which can accurately identify quality deviations caused by missing or incorrectly packed materials. A thirteenth slide 122 is slidably mounted on the nineteenth support frame 120 via a linear slide rail. The thirteenth slide 122 is driven by a servo motor to achieve precise horizontal movement. A fourth gripper 123 is slidably mounted on the thirteenth slide 122. The fourth gripper 123 is driven by a cylinder to achieve lifting and opening / closing actions. A flexible buffer pad is provided on the inner side of the gripper to avoid damage to the box body when clamping finished boxes. The fourth gripper 123 is used to accurately clamp and stably place the sealed boxes. The weighing process is completed on scale 121, which is electrically connected to the PLC control system. The scale transmits the weighing data to the control system in real time. The actual weight is quickly compared with the preset standard weight. Boxes that are deemed qualified are picked up by the fourth gripper 123 and transferred to the qualified product conveying channel. Boxes that are deemed unqualified are transferred to the unqualified product collection station. This automated sorting and classification of qualified and unqualified products eliminates the need for manual weighing and sorting, significantly improving inspection efficiency. It also avoids the subjective errors of manual judgment and can quickly intercept unqualified products with missing or incorrectly packed materials, effectively ensuring the quality of products leaving the factory, reducing the risk of unqualified products entering the market, and saving enterprises subsequent rework costs and brand maintenance costs.

[0034] The embodiments of this application have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other. This application is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can make many other forms under the guidance of this application without departing from the spirit and scope of the claims, and all of these forms are within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A smart packaging device specifically for blood glucose meters, used for packaging blood glucose meters used in medical diagnostic devices, characterized in that, include: frame; An elongated oval conveyor track is provided on the frame, and multiple fixtures for fitting and placing boxes are slidably arranged on the conveyor track; The frame is equipped with a box opening mechanism, a box labeling mechanism, a component bag boxing mechanism, a component bag labeling mechanism, an accessory bag boxing mechanism, an instruction manual boxing mechanism, a transmitter boxing mechanism, a box sealing mechanism, and a weighing and picking mechanism arranged sequentially along the jig conveying direction beside the conveying track. The system includes the following components: an unpacking mechanism for unfolding individual folded boxes and placing them onto a fixture; a box labeling mechanism for labeling the unfolded boxes; a component bag packing mechanism for loading component bags into boxes; a component bag labeling mechanism for labeling component bags; a accessory bag packing mechanism for packing accessory bags into boxes; an instruction manual packing mechanism for packing instruction manuals into boxes; a transmitter packing mechanism for packing transmitters into boxes; a sealing mechanism for applying glue to the box opening, folding, and maintaining pressure; a weighing and sorting mechanism for weighing the sealed boxes and sorting qualified and unqualified products; and a visual camera on the frame for taking pictures to identify and verify the barcode information on the boxes and component bags after labeling, and for taking pictures of component bags, accessory bags, instruction manuals, and transmitters and recording the images for storage and traceability.

2. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box-opening mechanism includes a first support frame, a second support frame, a third support frame, a fourth support frame, and a first transmission belt. The first support frame, the second support frame, the third support frame, and the fourth support frame are fixed on the frame. The first transmission belt is driven on the first support frame. The first support frame has opposing baffles located outside the first transmission belt. The folded box is confined inside the baffles and is conveyed by the first transmission belt. The second support frame is located on the frame and at one end of the output of the first transmission belt. The second support frame has opposing first cylinders. The output end of the first cylinder has a clamping plate. The third support frame has a sliding first slide, and the first slide has a suction cup. The fourth support frame has a vertically sliding second slide, and the second slide has a first gripper. The first slide moves until the suction cup picks up one side of the folded box. After the first cylinder pushes the clamping plate to clamp the two sides of the box, the first slide continues to move and unfolds the folded box through the suction cup. After the unfolded box is picked up by the suction cup, the first gripper clamps the two sides of the box and places it vertically on the fixture.

3. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 2, characterized in that, The box labeling mechanism includes a fifth support frame, which is fixed on the machine frame. A third slide is slidably mounted on the fifth support frame, and a fourth slide is slidably mounted on the third slide. A labeling device is mounted on the fourth slide. The labeling device moves to both sides of the fixture and applies labels to both sides of the box through the notches on the fixture.

4. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 3, characterized in that, The component bagging mechanism includes a sixth support frame and a seventh support frame, which are fixed to the machine frame. A fifth slide is slidably mounted on the sixth support frame, and a sixth slide is slidably mounted on the fifth slide. A rotary cylinder is mounted on the sixth slide, and a fixed frame is fixedly connected to the output end of the rotary cylinder. A suction cup is mounted on the fixed frame. The component bagging mechanism also includes a second transmission belt for transporting component bags. A second cylinder is mounted on the seventh support frame, and a lever is mounted on the output end of the second cylinder. After the fifth and sixth slides move to the suction cup to adhere to the component bag on the second transmission belt, the rotary cylinder rotates 90° and moves to directly above the box. After the second cylinder opens the box opening, the sixth slide moves downward to put the component bag into the box.

5. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 4, characterized in that, The component bag labeling mechanism includes an eighth support frame, which is fixed on the machine frame. A seventh slide is slidably mounted on the eighth support frame, and an eighth slide is slidably mounted on the seventh slide. A labeling device is mounted on the eighth slide above the second transmission belt for labeling the component bags.

6. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 5, characterized in that, The accessory bag packaging mechanism includes an accessory bag frame, a ninth support frame, and a tenth support frame fixed on a machine frame. The accessory bags are stacked obliquely on the accessory bag frame. A third cylinder is provided on the ninth support frame, and a fourth cylinder is connected to the output end of the third cylinder. A lever is connected to the output end of the fourth cylinder. A fifth cylinder is also provided on the ninth support frame, and a suction cup is provided at the output end of the fifth cylinder. A ninth slide is slidably provided on the tenth support frame, and a second gripper is provided on the ninth slide. The second gripper and the lever correspond vertically. After the suction cup picks up the accessory bag, the second gripper vertically clamps the accessory bag. After the lever opens the box opening, the second gripper moves downward to put the accessory bag into the box.

7. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 6, characterized in that, The instruction manual boxing mechanism includes an instruction manual holder, an eleventh support frame, and a twelfth support frame mounted on a frame. Instructions manuals are stacked vertically on the instruction manual holder. The eleventh support frame is equipped with a rotary cylinder, and the output end of the rotary cylinder is equipped with a sixth cylinder. The output end of the sixth cylinder is equipped with a suction cup for holding the instruction manuals. The twelfth support frame is equipped with a tenth slide, and the output end of the tenth slide is equipped with a third gripper. The rotary cylinder drives the suction cup to hold the top instruction manual and rotates it 90° so that the instruction manual is held by the third gripper. Then, the tenth slide drives the third gripper to put the instruction manual into the box.

8. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 7, characterized in that, The transmitter boxing mechanism includes a third transmission belt and a thirteenth support frame. The third transmission belt is used to transport the transmitter. An eleventh slide is slidably mounted on the thirteenth support frame. A seventh cylinder is slidably mounted on the eleventh slide. A rotary cylinder is provided at the output end of the seventh cylinder. A suction cup is provided at the output end of the rotary cylinder. The suction cup picks up the transmitter on the third transmission belt and puts it into the box.

9. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 8, characterized in that, The sealing mechanism includes a fourteenth support frame, a fifteenth support frame, a sixteenth support frame, a seventeenth support frame, and an eighteenth support frame. A motor is mounted on the fourteenth support frame, with its output fixedly connected to one end of a first connecting block. The other end of the first connecting block is rotatably connected to one end of a second connecting block, and the other end of the second connecting block is rotatably connected to the middle of a third connecting block. One end of the third connecting block is rotatably connected to the fourteenth support frame. A twelfth slide is slidably mounted on the fifteenth support frame, and a glue applicator is mounted on the twelfth slide for applying glue to the top opening of the box. An eighth cylinder is mounted on the same side as the fifteenth support frame and at an angle. The cylinder output end is equipped with a pressure roller. The seventeenth support frame and the sixteenth support frame are opposite each other, and the seventeenth support frame is equipped with a ninth cylinder. The output end of the ninth cylinder is equipped with a fourth connecting block. The fourth connecting block is equipped with a row of rollers. The eighteenth support frame is equipped with a fifth connecting block. The fifth connecting block is equipped with a row of pressure-holding rollers. The motor drives the third connecting block to rotate, thereby folding the opening at the top of the box. The glue applicator applies glue to the opening at the top of the box. Then, the eighth cylinder pushes the pressure roller to press the plate at the opening of the box for bonding. The bonded top of the box passes through the bottom of the roller and then passes through the bottom of the pressure-holding roller for rolling and pressure holding.

10. The intelligent packaging device for blood glucose meters according to claim 9, characterized in that, The weighing and sorting mechanism includes a nineteenth support frame and a scale. A thirteenth slide is slidably mounted on the nineteenth support frame, and a fourth gripper is slidably mounted on the thirteenth slide. The fourth gripper is used to hold the sealed box and place it on the scale for weighing. The actual weight is compared with the standard weight to determine whether the product is qualified or unqualified.

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