Full-automatic separated card inserting machine

Abstract

The invention discloses a full-automatic separated card inserting machine which comprises a rack, a data pushing device, a card inserting device, a sorting and transferring device and a discharging device are installed on the rack, a counting assembly is installed in the data pushing device, the pushing number of texts is accurately determined through the counting assembly and a visual system, errors are avoided, and the efficiency is improved. After a certain number of texts fall into the placing position, the sorting and transferring device drives the whole to rotate, so that the placing position reaches the card inserting device, an identification card is output to be stacked on the texts in the placing position, then the sorting and transferring device continues to rotate, and meanwhile the files are prevented from sliding off through the blocking assembly; and after being rotated by a certain angle, the texts naturally slide into the discharging device to complete the complete sorting process, full-automatic card inserting operation is achieved through mutual cooperation of the devices, manual work is replaced, and efficiency and consistency are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of classification equipment technology, specifically a fully automatic card-splitting machine. Background Technology

[0002] In the mass production of printed materials such as books and documents, it is often necessary to collect large batches of identical pages or booklets. The collected materials are often stacked without any classification. To facilitate subsequent binding, sorting, packaging, or warehousing management, operators need to separate materials of the same category from these stacks and manually insert an identification card (such as a separator card, work order, or label) between each stack to create physical separation and visual identification.

[0003] Currently, this card insertion operation is mainly done manually. Operators need to manually count and separate the stacked materials, and then pick up the identification cards one by one and insert them into the designated positions. This method has the following significant drawbacks: First, for modern printing production lines with huge daily output, manual card insertion is extremely inefficient and labor-intensive, becoming a bottleneck restricting the improvement of overall production efficiency; second, manual operation is prone to fatigue under long-term repetitive labor, leading to errors such as inaccurate stacking, missing or incorrect insertion of identification cards, affecting the accuracy of subsequent processes and batch management of the final product; third, the edges of some printed materials or identification cards may be sharp, and frequent manual card insertion poses a safety hazard of scratching operators. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a fully automatic card insertion and separation machine to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A fully automatic card inserting and separating machine includes a frame, on which a data pushing device, a card inserting device, a sorting and transfer device, and a material unloading device are installed. The data pushing device is equipped with a counting component.

[0007] The sorting and transfer device includes a first drive component. A turntable component is installed at the output end of the first drive component. The turntable component is arranged longitudinally and has several placement positions spaced apart along its circumference. The turntable component rotates so that each placement position can correspond to a data push device, a card insertion device, and a feeding device. Near the feeding device, a blocking component is provided on the outer periphery of the turntable component.

[0008] In a further technical solution, the turntable assembly includes a first rotating shaft, on which a first fixed disk, at least one dividing disk, and a second fixed disk are fixedly mounted. A guide component is provided between the first fixed disk and the second fixed disk to lift the text stacked on the dividing disk and guide it to fall into the unloading device.

[0009] In a further technical solution, the guide assembly includes two first connecting rods, which extend into the turntable assembly and are located on both sides of the partition plate. The ends of the first connecting rods are provided with second connecting rods, which are inclined toward the feeding device, and a plurality of first rollers are provided on the two second connecting rods.

[0010] In a further technical solution, the blocking component includes a first bracket, which has a plurality of mounting positions, and at least one mounting position is equipped with an arc-shaped blocking plate.

[0011] In a further technical solution, the card insertion device includes a first feeding component, a first conveying component, and a guiding component arranged in sequence. The first conveying component is provided with a limiting channel, and a first transition component is provided between the first feeding component and the first conveying component. The first transition component is used to acquire an identification card and enter the limiting channel.

[0012] In a further technical solution, the first transition component includes a second rotating shaft, which is connected to a second drive component. Two fixed blocks are fixedly mounted on the second rotating shaft. A crossbar is rotatably mounted on the fixed block. A suction nozzle is fixedly mounted on the crossbar. One end of the crossbar extends out of the fixed block and connects to a swing block. A second roller is mounted on one end of the swing block. The second roller is placed in a longitudinally arranged limiting groove.

[0013] In a further technical solution, the guiding component includes a support frame, on which a plurality of rollers are provided, and a plurality of conveyor belts are wound around the plurality of rollers. The plurality of conveyor belts form a belt group stacked vertically, and a channel for pushing identification cards is formed between the belt groups.

[0014] In a further technical solution, the data pushing device includes a second feeding component and a second conveying component arranged in sequence, with a second transition component and a counting component located between the two, and the second conveying component having a channel for single text sheets to enter.

[0015] In a further technical solution, the counting component includes a support plate, on which a counter is fixedly mounted and a movable block is rotatably connected, one side of the movable block corresponding to the button of the counter;

[0016] The lower end of the active block is placed in the channel and can be pushed by text, and one side of the active block can trigger the counter button.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0018] This invention accurately determines the number of texts pushed by a counting component and a vision system, avoiding errors. After a certain number of texts fall into the placement position, the sorting and transfer device drives the entire unit to rotate, bringing the placement position to the card insertion device. An identification card is then output and stacked on top of the text in the placement position. Subsequently, the sorting and transfer device continues to rotate, while a blocking component prevents the documents from slipping. After rotating at a certain angle, the text naturally slides into the unloading device, completing the entire sorting process. Through the cooperation of the above devices, a fully automatic card insertion operation is achieved, replacing manual labor and improving efficiency and consistency.

[0019] Other features and advantages of the present invention will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 : A three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 2 : Structural diagram of the sorting and transfer device of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 3 : A structural diagram of the turntable assembly of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 4 : Structural diagram of the card insertion device of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 5 : A structural diagram of the first transition component of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 6 : A structural diagram of the guiding component of this invention.

[0026] Figure 7 : A structural diagram of the limiting channel of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 8 : Structural diagram of the data push device of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 9 : Internal structure diagram of the data push device of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 10 : Structural diagram of the counting component and the second transition component of the present invention.

[0030] Reference numerals: 1-Frame, 2-Data pushing device, 21-Second feeding assembly, 22-Second conveying assembly, 23-Second transition assembly, 231-Third drive assembly, 232-Rubber wheel, 233-Pressure plate, 234-Pressure rod, 3-Card insertion device, 31-First feeding assembly, 32-First conveying assembly, 321-Conveyor belt, 322-First limiting plate, 323-Second limiting plate, 324-Ball bearing, 325-Guide groove, 33-Guiding assembly, 331-Support frame, 332-Roller, 333-Conveyor belt, 34-First transition assembly, 341-Second rotating shaft 342-Fixed block, 343-Horizontal bar, 344-Suction nozzle, 345-Swing block, 346-Second roller, 347-Limiting groove, 4-Sorting and transfer device, 41-First drive assembly, 42-Turntable assembly, 421-First rotating shaft, 422-First fixed plate, 423-Divider plate, 43-Placement position, 441-First bracket, 442-Mounting position, 443-Arc-shaped blocking plate, 451-First connecting rod, 452-Second connecting rod, 453-First roller, 5-Discharge device, 6-Counting assembly, 61-Support plate, 62-Counter, 63-Moving block, 64-Button. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0032] Please refer to Figure 1-10 ;

[0033] This invention proposes a device capable of automatically, accurately, and efficiently inserting identification cards between stacked documents. Specifically, it includes a frame 1, on which a document pushing device 2, a card insertion device 3, a sorting and transfer device 4, and a feeding device 5 are installed. The document pushing device 2 is equipped with a counting component 6. The type of the counting component 6 is not limited here; it can be a common laser technology device. The application can be unbound text such as batch documents, sample books, and brochures, while the identification cards can be rigid paper or softer paper with high recognizability.

[0034] First, the stacked texts are placed in the data pushing device 2, and the stacked identification cards are placed in the card insertion device 3. Then, the data pushing device 2 starts to push the texts one by one and they fall into one of the placement positions 43 of the sorting and transfer device 4. During the pushing process, the texts will pass through the counting component 6 to record the number of texts pushed forward to determine whether the requirements are met. It should be noted that the parameters of the counting component 6 are adjustable and depend on the sorting object. In addition, a visual recognition system (not shown) is also equipped to determine the starting page of each document and match it with the number pushed by the counting component 6 to avoid duplicate pages. If the identified starting page does not match the number of texts pushed, the subsequent sorting will be chaotic. Therefore, when a mismatch is detected, the system will stop running and wait for manual processing.

[0035] Once a certain number of texts have entered the placement position 43 and meet the quantity requirements set by the counting component 6, the sorting and transfer device 4 will rotate, causing another placement position 43 to correspond to the output end of the data push device 2 and repeat the above actions. As the sorting and transfer device 4 continues to run, the placement position 43 of the previously sorted texts corresponds to the card insertion device 3, and an identification card is output and stacked on the surface of the text as a separator from the next text.

[0036] Regarding one embodiment of the sorting and transfer device 4, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, it includes a first driving component 41, the output end of which is equipped with a turntable component 42. The turntable component 42 is arranged vertically and has several placement positions 43 spaced apart along its circumference. The vertical arrangement not only saves space but also increases the number of placement positions 43. Moreover, after the text falls into the placement position 43, as the rotation angle increases, the text will sink and align under the action of gravity. The rotation of the turntable component 42 ensures that each placement position 43 corresponds to the data pushing device 2, the card insertion device 3, and the feeding device 5. Taking the output direction of the data pushing device 2 as a reference, since the turntable component 42 is arranged vertically, when the turntable component 42 rotates more than 180°, the stacked text and identification cards are in a tilted state. Before reaching the corresponding position of the feeding device 5, the document will slip. Therefore, a blocking component is provided near the feeding device 5, that is, at the point where the turntable assembly 42 is rotated 180° downwards and located on the outer periphery of the turntable assembly 42 to prevent the text from scattering. This allows the document to smoothly pass through the inclined position and slide into the feeding device 5. Of course, the depth of the placement position 43 should be greater than or equal to the length of the text and the identification card. When a document falls into the feeding device 5, it is pushed forward to avoid overlapping with the next document. Of course, an alignment component can be set in the feeding device 5 to organize the document before pushing it forward. Preferably, the blocking component includes a first bracket 441, which has a plurality of mounting positions 442. At least one mounting position 442 is equipped with an arc-shaped blocking piece 443.

[0037] This invention accurately determines the number of texts pushed by the counting component 6 and the vision system to avoid errors. After a certain number of texts fall into the placement position 43, the sorting and transfer device 4 drives the whole system to rotate so that the placement position 43 reaches the card insertion device 3, and outputs an identification card stacked on the text in the placement position 43. Then the sorting and transfer device 4 continues to rotate, while the blocking component prevents the documents from slipping. After rotating a certain angle, the text naturally slides into the unloading device 5 to complete the complete sorting process. The cooperation of the above devices realizes the fully automatic card insertion operation, replacing manual labor and improving efficiency and consistency.

[0038] According to one embodiment of the present invention regarding the turntable assembly 42, see reference to Figure 3 The turntable assembly 42 is not a complete turntable, which would greatly increase the overall gravity and put a heavy burden on the first drive assembly 41. Therefore, the turntable assembly 42 in this embodiment adopts a lightweight design, specifically including a first rotating shaft 421. A first fixed disk 422, at least one dividing disk 423, and a second fixed disk are fixed on the first rotating shaft 421. If the text to be sorted is large, the distance between the first fixed disk 422 and the second fixed disk needs to be adjusted, and the number of dividing disks 423 needs to be increased. The dividing disks 423 are provided with several slots at intervals, which are the placement positions 43.

[0039] When the text rotates and follows the sorting and transfer device 4 to rotate a certain angle, it disengages from the blocking component. At this time, although the text will slide into the unloading device 5, there is a large friction between the bottom layer of text and the side wall of the placement position 43, and there is also friction between the texts. This will cause the sliding order to be inconsistent, and there is a risk that all the texts will not be able to slide completely into the unloading device 5. For this reason, in this embodiment, a guide component is provided between the first fixed plate 422 and the second fixed plate to lift the texts stacked together on the separating plate 423 and guide them to fall into the unloading device 5. That is, after rotating a certain angle, the texts are disengaged from the placement position 43 by the blocking of the guide component, thereby reducing the friction below the texts. When the friction below the texts is much less than the friction between the texts, they will not scatter, but will slide down as a whole.

[0040] More specifically, the guide assembly includes two first connecting rods 451, which extend into the turntable assembly 42 and are located on both sides of the partition plate 423. The ends of the first connecting rods 451 are provided with second connecting rods 452, which are inclined towards the unloading device 5. Several first rollers 453 are provided on the two second connecting rods 452. When rotated at a certain angle, the first rollers 453 abut against the bottom of the text and prevent it from continuing to rotate. At the same time, the text is disengaged from the placement position 43. Subsequently, under the action of the first rollers 453, the friction at the bottom of the text is greatly reduced, causing it to slide into the unloading device 5 as a whole.

[0041] One embodiment of the present invention relates to the card insertion device 3, see reference to Figure 4 and Figure 6 Specifically, it includes a first feeding component 31, a first conveying component 32 and a guiding component 33 arranged in sequence. The first feeding component 31 can also be a conveying device, and a pressing component is provided above it. A blocking block is provided at the front end of the first feeding component 31 for aligning the identification card. A limiting channel is provided in the first conveying component 32, and a first transition component 34 is provided between the first feeding component 31 and the first conveying component 32. The first transition component 34 is used to obtain an identification card to enter the limiting channel.

[0042] Furthermore, referring to Figure 5 The first transition component 34 includes a second rotating shaft 341, which is connected to the second drive component. Two fixed blocks 342 are fixedly mounted on the second rotating shaft 341. A crossbar 343 rotates on the fixed blocks 342, and a suction nozzle 344 is fixedly mounted on the crossbar 343. One end of the crossbar 343 extends out of the fixed block 342 and connects to a swing block 345. A second roller 346 is mounted on one end of the swing block 345, and the second roller 346 is placed in a longitudinally arranged limiting groove 347. Initial state The suction nozzle 344 is perpendicular to the surface of the identification card and then a identification card is obtained through negative pressure. Then, the second drive component drives the second rotating shaft 341 to rotate backward, and at the same time drives the fixed block 342 and the crossbar 343 to move. While the crossbar 343 is moving, the second roller 346 and the limiting groove 347 cooperate to change the rotation angle of the swing block 345, and at the same time drive the crossbar 343 to rotate inward, that is, the suction nozzle 344 rotates towards the limiting channel, and then pushes the identification card into the limiting channel.

[0043] Preferably, refer to Figure 7 The limiting channel consists of a conveyor belt 333321, a first limiting plate 322, and a second limiting plate 323. The conveyor belt 333321 is powered and can roll forward. The first limiting plate 322 is located above the conveyor belt 333321 and has several balls 324 in its extension direction. The balls 324 abut against the end face of the conveyor belt 333321 and can float slightly to press the entering identification card. The second limiting plate 323 is located on one side and has a guide groove 325. After the identification card enters the balls 324 and the conveyor belt 333321, one side of it also enters the guide groove 325 to limit its movement direction and prevent deviation. In addition, a powered roller 332 and a pressure roller are located at the front end of the limiting channel to provide initial guidance for the entry of the identification card.

[0044] One embodiment of the guide component 33 specifically includes a support frame 331, on which a plurality of rollers 332 are provided, and a plurality of conveyor belts 333321 are wound around the plurality of rollers 332. The plurality of conveyor belts 333321 form belt groups stacked on top of each other, and a channel for pushing the identification card is formed between the belt groups. After the identification card enters between the two belt groups, the identification card is pushed forward and output by friction.

[0045] One embodiment of the present invention relating to the data push device 2 is described below. Figure 8 Specifically, it includes a second feeding component 21 and a second conveying component 22 arranged sequentially, with a second transition component 23 and a counting component 6 located between them. The second conveying component 22 has a channel for single text sheets to enter. This channel can refer to the embodiment described above where the first conveying component 32 has a limiting channel. First, the stacked text sheets are placed on the second feeding component 21. Before being placed, the front ends of the text sheets need to be shaped into a stage shape and pushed into the second transition component 23. Preferably, refer to... Figure 9 The second feeding component 21 is a conveying component that can completely push the text. A pressure bar 234 is located above the second feeding component 21. The pressure bar 234 gradually decreases in size from the far end to the near end. When the stacked text enters the position between the pressure bar 234 and the second feeding component 21, due to the high friction between the text and the second feeding component 21 and the increasingly narrow space, the text at the bottom will be pushed out first and gradually form a stepped shape to enter the second transition component 23. The second transition component 23 pushes the single text from the bottom to the top and forward, so that the text entering the placement position 43 will not be reversed. While pushing, it will pass through the technical component, and the number of text pushed out is obtained by the counting component 6.

[0046] Furthermore, referring to Figure 10 The counting component 6 includes a support plate 61, on which a counter 62 is fixed and a movable block 63 is rotatably connected. One side of the movable block 63 corresponds to the button 64 of the counter 62. The lower end of the movable block 63 is placed in the channel and can be pushed by text. One side of the movable block 63 can trigger the button 64 of the counter 62. When a piece of text enters the channel and is pushed forward, it will drive the movable block 63 to rotate and squeeze the button to count. After the text has completely passed through, the button pops out and pushes the movable block 63 to reset. This operation is repeated to achieve counting. Of course, a laser counting solution can be used, which is simpler and can also be used as an alternative.

[0047] One embodiment of the present invention regarding the second transition component 23 includes a third drive component 231. The output end of the third drive component 231 is connected to a rubber wheel 232 to increase friction. A matching pressure plate 233 is provided below the rubber wheel 232. The gap between the two is very small or in contact. After a single text sheet enters, it is pushed forward under the friction of the rubber wheel 232.

[0048] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within the present invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0049] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A fully automatic card inserter, characterized in that: Includes a frame (1), on which a data pushing device (2), a card insertion device (3), a sorting and transfer device (4) and a feeding device (5) are installed, and a counting component (6) is installed in the data pushing device (2); The sorting and transfer device (4) includes a first drive assembly (41), and a turntable assembly (42) is installed at the output end of the first drive assembly (41). The turntable assembly (42) is arranged longitudinally and has a number of placement positions (43) spaced apart along its circumference. The turntable assembly (42) rotates so that each placement position (43) can correspond to the data push device (2), the card insertion device (3) and the unloading device (5). Near the unloading device (5), a blocking component is provided on the outer periphery of the turntable assembly (42).

2. The fully automatic card inserter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The turntable assembly (42) includes a first rotating shaft (421), on which a first fixed disk (422), at least one dividing disk (423) and a second fixed disk are fixed. A guide assembly is provided between the first fixed disk (422) and the second fixed disk to lift the text stacked on the dividing disk (423) and guide it to fall into the unloading device (5).

3. The fully automatic card inserter according to claim 2, characterized in that: The guide assembly includes two first connecting rods (451), which extend into the turntable assembly (42) and are located on both sides of the separator plate (423). The ends of the first connecting rods (451) are provided with second connecting rods (452), which are inclined toward the feeding device (5), and a plurality of first rollers (453) are provided on the two second connecting rods (452).

4. The fully automatic card inserter according to claim 2, characterized in that: The blocking assembly includes a first bracket (441) having a plurality of mounting positions (442) on the first bracket (441), and an arc-shaped blocking plate (443) is mounted on at least one mounting position (442).

5. The fully automatic card inserter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The card insertion device (3) includes a first feeding component (31), a first conveying component (32) and a guiding component (33) arranged in sequence. The first conveying component (32) is provided with a limiting channel, and a first transition component (34) is provided between the first feeding component (31) and the first conveying component (32). The first transition component (34) is used to obtain an identification card to enter the limiting channel.

6. The fully automatic card inserter according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first transition component (34) includes a second rotating shaft (341), which is connected to the second drive component. Two fixed blocks (342) are fixed on the second rotating shaft (341). A crossbar (343) is rotatably mounted on the fixed block (342). A suction nozzle (344) is fixed on the crossbar (343). One end of the crossbar (343) extends out of the fixed block (342) and is connected to a swing block (345). A second roller (346) is mounted on one end of the swing block (345). The second roller (346) is placed in a longitudinally arranged limiting groove (347).

7. The fully automatic card inserter according to claim 5, characterized in that: The guide component (33) includes a support frame (331), on which a plurality of rollers (332) are provided, and a plurality of conveyor belts (333)(321) are wound on the plurality of rollers (332). The plurality of conveyor belts (333)(321) form belt groups stacked on top of each other, and a channel for pushing identification cards is formed between the belt groups.

8. The fully automatic card inserter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The data push device (2) includes a second feeding component (21) and a second conveying component (22) arranged in sequence, with a second transition component (23) and a counting component (6) located between them. The second conveying component (22) has a channel for single text sheets to enter.

9. A fully automatic card inserter according to claim 8, characterized in that: The counting component (6) includes a support plate (61), on which a counter (62) is fixed and a movable block (63) is rotatably connected. One side of the movable block (63) corresponds to the button (64) of the counter (62). The lower end of the active block (63) is placed in the channel and can be pushed by text, and one side of the active block (63) can trigger the button (64) of the counter (62).

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