Archival printing and binding apparatus and method

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of file printing and binding equipment and method, the file printing and binding equipment includes page number printing device, transfer device, first page printing scanning device and binding device, the page number printing device, first page printing scanning device and binding device are distributed around the center of the transfer device Circumferential, the paper outlet of the page number printing device is provided with paper shaking device;The page number printing device is used to print the page number of paper;The paper shaking device is used to make paper stack neatly;The transfer device is used to transfer the paper that is stacked neatly from the paper shaking device to the first page printing scanning device or from the first page printing scanning device to the binding device;The first page printing scanning device is used to print and scan the first page of the whole stack of paper;The binding device is used to bind the whole stack of paper.The application can reduce the labor intensity of operator, shorten the circulation time between processes, improve production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of printing and binding equipment technology, and specifically to an archival printing and binding device and method. Background Technology

[0002] The printing and binding of paper archives typically involves several steps, including printing page numbers, printing the first page, scanning for archiving, punching holes, and threading for binding. Currently, these steps are mostly completed manually using dedicated office equipment.

[0003] The specific operating procedure is as follows: First, the page numbers of multiple sheets of paper are printed sequentially using a page number printer. The printed sheets are then stacked naturally on the output tray of the page number printer. At this point, the sheet with page number 1 is at the bottom of the stack. The printed sheets are then manually shaken and aligned. Next, the operator manually flips the stack to adjust the page number order so that the sheet with page number 1 is at the top of the stack. The flipped stack is then fed into the first-page printer for cover or first-page printing. The first-page information is then scanned and archived using a scanner. Finally, the operator manually transfers the stack to a punching and threading machine for binding.

[0004] However, existing page number printers, first page printers, scanners, and punching and threading machines are all placed independently. Paper needs to be frequently moved and transferred manually between different devices, which causes operators to move back and forth between the devices frequently, resulting in low efficiency and high labor intensity between processes. Moreover, after printing page numbers, the paper with the smallest page number is at the bottom of the stack of papers and needs to be manually flipped 180 degrees to print the first page. During the flipping process, the papers are very likely to slip or scatter, affecting subsequent printing and binding operations. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides an archive printing and binding device and method, which can reduce the labor intensity of operators, shorten the turnaround time between processes, and improve production efficiency.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this invention to solve its technical problem is: An archival printing and binding device includes a page number printing device, a transfer device, a first-page printing and scanning device, and a binding device. The page number printing device, the first-page printing and scanning device, and the binding device are distributed circumferentially around the center of the transfer device. The paper output port of the page number printing device is equipped with a paper alignment device. The page number printing device is used to print page numbers on the paper. The paper alignment device is used to neatly stack the paper after the page numbers have been printed. The transfer device is used to transfer the neatly stacked paper from the paper alignment device to the first-page printing and scanning device or from the first-page printing and scanning device to the binding device. The first-page printing and scanning device is used to print and scan the first page of the entire stack of paper. The binding device is used to punch holes and thread the paper along the same edge of the entire stack of paper.

[0007] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the paper alignment device includes a support base, a first alignment mechanism, and a second alignment mechanism. The support base supports the paper. The first alignment mechanism aligns the two sides of the paper along its length, including two first vertical plates and at least one first driving component for driving the two first vertical plates closer to or further apart from each other. The two first vertical plates are parallel to each other and located on opposite sides of the support base along its length. The second alignment mechanism aligns the two sides of the paper along its width, including a second vertical plate, an L-shaped plate, and a second driving component for driving the L-shaped plate to rotate. The second vertical plate is fixed to one side of the support base along its width, and the L-shaped plate is located on the other side of the support base along its width. When the two first vertical plates are close to each other to their shortest distance, they contact the two sides of the paper along its length. At the same time, the L-shaped plate rotates so that one of its right-angle arms is parallel to the second vertical plate and contacts the two sides of the paper along its width.

[0008] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the transfer device includes a first translation component, a rotation component disposed on the first translation component, a first lifting component disposed on the rotation component, a flipping component disposed on the first lifting component, and a clamping component disposed on the flipping component, wherein the clamping component is used to clamp a whole stack of paper.

[0009] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the first page printing and scanning device includes a gantry, a print head and a scanner mounted on the gantry, a positioning component located below the print head, and a second translation component for driving the positioning component to translate. The positioning component is used to position the entire stack of papers, the print head is used to print the topmost first page, and the scanner is used to scan and archive the printed content of the first page.

[0010] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the positioning component includes a base plate, side plates disposed around the base plate, a support plate located above the base plate, and a second lifting module for driving the support plate to rise and fall. The support plate is used to support stacked papers, the four side plates are respectively used to limit the perimeter of the papers, and at least one of the side plates has an upper limit portion at its top for limiting the upper edge of the papers.

[0011] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a support is provided on the top of the gantry, a third lifting module is provided on the support, the print head is located at the output end of the third lifting module, and the gantry is provided with a clearance opening for avoiding the print head.

[0012] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a moisturizing mechanism is also provided on the top of the gantry. The moisturizing mechanism includes a third translation component, a translation seat, and a moisturizing head. The moisturizing head is disposed on the translation seat. The third translation component is used to drive the translation seat to move closer to or away from the print head. The moisturizing head is used to moisturize the nozzles of the print head.

[0013] A method for printing and binding documents, using the aforementioned document printing and binding equipment, includes the following steps: S1. Page number printing and collection: The page number printing device prints double-sided page numbers on a batch of papers one by one, and the printed papers fall into the paper straightening device for stacking. S2. Alignment: The paper alignment device aligns the stacked papers by repeatedly tapping them in the length and width directions to make the edges of the entire stack of papers aligned. S3. First transfer and flip: The transfer device clamps and takes out the stack of papers after they have been shaken, moves them horizontally and flips them 180 degrees, and then places the papers on the positioning component of the first page printing and scanning device. After flipping, the page with the smallest page number is at the top. S4. First page printing and scanning archiving: The second translation component drives the positioning component to translate, so that the paper on the positioning component passes directly under the print head and the scanner in sequence. The print head prints the first page content on the topmost paper, and then the scanner scans the content of the first page paper and transmits it to the optical drive for electronic archiving. S5. Second transfer and binding: The second translation component drives the positioning component to translate to the unloading station. The transfer device clamps and takes out the whole stack of paper with the first page printed and scanned. After translating and rotating 90 degrees, it is transferred to the binding device. The binding device punches holes and threades the paper edges to complete the binding of the document.

[0014] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, in step S2, the first driving component drives the two first vertical plates to approach each other along the length direction of the paper until they contact the two sides of the paper, aligning the edges in the length direction; at the same time, the second driving component drives the L-shaped plate to flip, so that one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate is parallel to the second vertical plate, aligning the edges in the width direction of the paper.

[0015] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, in step S4, the second lifting module drives the support plate to rise until the upper surface of the topmost paper is blocked and limited by the upper limit part of the side plate. Then the print head prints the first page of the topmost paper. After printing is completed, the second translation component drives the positioning component and the entire stack of papers to translate, so that the first page of the paper is scanned directly below the scanner.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: This invention provides an archival printing and binding device and method. By setting up a page number printing device, a paper alignment device, a transfer device, a first-page printing and scanning device, and a binding device, loose sheets of paper sequentially enter the page number printing device, which prints page numbers on both sides of the paper. The printed sheets then fall sequentially into the paper alignment device below the paper output slot. The paper alignment device repeatedly taps the stacked sheets in both length and width directions to align the edges of the stacked sheets. Subsequently, the transfer device picks up the neatly stacked sheets from the paper alignment device, flips the stack 180°, and transfers it to the working area of ​​the first-page printing and scanning device. The first-page printing and scanning device only prints and scans the first page or cover content of the top page of the stack. After printing, the transfer device picks up the stack again and transfers it from the first-page printing and scanning device to the binding device, where the binding device punches holes and threads the paper on the same edge, finally forming a bound archive. This reduces the labor intensity of operators, shortens the turnaround time between processes, and improves production efficiency. Meanwhile, the page number printing device, first page printing and scanning device, and binding device are distributed circumferentially around the center of the transfer device, avoiding workstation clutter and space waste caused by multiple devices being scattered, and reducing the space occupied by the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an archival printing and binding device provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the paper straightening device in the paper; Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the transfer device in the middle; Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first page printing and scanning device; Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the positioning component and the second translation component in the diagram; Figure 6 This is a flowchart of a document printing and binding method provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Reference numerals: 100-Page number printing device, 200-Transfer device, 210-First translation component, 220-Rotation component, 230-First lifting component, 240-Flipping component, 250-Clamping component, 300-First page printing and scanning device, 310-Gantry, 320-Print head, 330-Scanner, 340-Positioning component, 341-Base plate, 342-Side plate, 343-Support plate, 344-Second lifting module, 345-Upper limit positioner. 350-Second translation component, 360-Bracket, 370-Third lifting module, 400-Binding device, 500-Paper alignment device, 510-Support base, 520-First alignment mechanism, 521-First vertical plate, 522-First drive component, 530-Second alignment mechanism, 531-Second vertical plate, 532-L-shaped plate, 533-Second drive component, 600-Moisturizing mechanism, 610-Third translation component, 620-Translation base, 630-Moisturizing head. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The following will clearly and completely describe the concept, specific structure, and technical effects of the present invention in conjunction with embodiments and accompanying drawings, so as to fully understand the purpose, features, and effects of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are all within the scope of protection of the present invention. Furthermore, all connections / linkages involved in the patent do not simply refer to direct contact between components, but rather to the ability to form a better connection structure by adding or reducing connecting accessories according to specific implementation conditions. The various technical features in this invention can be combined interactively without contradicting each other.

[0021] Reference Figures 1 to 5 The present invention provides an archival printing and binding device, including a page number printing device 100, a transfer device 200, a first page printing and scanning device 300, and a binding device 400. The page number printing device 100, the first page printing and scanning device 300, and the binding device 400 are distributed circumferentially around the center of the transfer device 200. The paper output port of the page number printing device 100 is provided with a paper alignment device 500.

[0022] Functionally, the page number printing device 100 is used to print page numbers on the paper, the paper aligning device 500 is used to neatly stack the paper after the page numbers have been printed, and the transfer device 200 is used to transfer the neatly stacked paper from the paper aligning device 500 to the first page printing and scanning device 300 or from the first page printing and scanning device 300 to the binding device 400; the first page printing and scanning device 300 is used to print and scan the first page of the entire stack of paper; and the binding device 400 is used to punch holes and thread the paper along the same edge of the entire stack of paper.

[0023] Understandably, during operation, loose sheets of paper sequentially enter the page numbering device 100, which prints page numbers on both sides of the paper. After printing, the paper falls sequentially into the paper alignment device 500 below the paper output slot. The paper alignment device 500 repeatedly taps the stacked paper in both length and width directions to align the edges of the stacked paper. Subsequently, the transfer device 200 removes the neatly stacked paper from the paper alignment device 500, flips the stack 180°, and transfers it to the working area of ​​the first-page printing and scanning device 300. The first-page printing and scanning device 300 prints and scans only the top page or cover page of the stack. After printing, the transfer device 200 again picks up the stack and transfers it from the first-page printing and scanning device 300 to the binding device 400, where the binding device 400 punches holes and sewn the paper along the same edge, finally forming a bound archive.

[0024] Therefore, by automatically transferring stacks of paper between workstations using the transfer device 200, the labor intensity of operators can be reduced, the turnaround time between processes can be shortened, and production efficiency can be improved. Meanwhile, the page number printing device 100, the first page printing and scanning device 300, and the binding device 400 are distributed circumferentially around the center of the transfer device 200, which avoids workstation clutter and space waste caused by multiple devices being placed separately, and reduces the space occupied by the equipment.

[0025] Reference Figure 2In some preferred embodiments, the paper alignment device 500 includes a support base 510, a first alignment mechanism 520, and a second alignment mechanism 530. The support base 510 supports the paper. The first alignment mechanism 520 aligns the two sides of the paper in the length direction. The first alignment mechanism 520 includes two first vertical plates 521 and at least one first driving component 522 for driving the two first vertical plates 521 to move closer or further apart from each other. The two first vertical plates 521 are parallel to each other and located on both sides of the support base 510 in the length direction. The second alignment mechanism 530 aligns the two sides of the paper in the width direction. The second alignment mechanism 530 includes a second vertical plate 531, an L-shaped plate 532, and a second driving component 533 for driving the L-shaped plate 532 to flip. The second vertical plate 531 is fixed to one side of the support base 510 in the width direction, and the L-shaped plate 532 is located on the other side of the support base 510 in the width direction.

[0026] When the two first vertical plates 521 approach each other to the shortest distance, they contact the two sides of the paper in the length direction, respectively. At the same time, the L-shaped plate 532 flips so that one of its right-angle arms is parallel to the second vertical plate 531 and contacts the two sides of the paper in the width direction, respectively.

[0027] Understandably, after the page number printing device 100 prints page numbers on multiple sheets of paper in sequence, the papers fall onto the support base 510 in sequence. Once a certain number of papers have been stacked, the first alignment mechanism 520 is activated, and the first drive component 522 drives two parallel first vertical plates 521 to move towards each other along the length of the paper. When the two first vertical plates 521 move to the preset minimum distance, which is equal to the length of the paper, the two first vertical plates 521 tap the edges of the paper on both sides of the length direction from both sides towards the middle, so that the stacked papers are aligned on both sides of the length direction. Simultaneously, the second alignment mechanism 530 is activated, and the second drive assembly 533 drives the L-shaped plate 532 to flip from its initial position toward the paper direction until one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 is parallel to the fixed second vertical plate 531. At this point, the distance between one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 and the second vertical plate 531 is equal to the width of the paper. One right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 pushes the paper along one edge in the width direction, so that one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 and the second vertical plate 531 limit the paper on both sides in the width direction, thereby aligning the stacked papers on both sides in the width direction. Thus, it is possible to simultaneously align the paper in both the length and width directions, reducing labor intensity and improving the edge alignment accuracy of the entire stack of papers.

[0028] Reference Figure 3In some preferred embodiments, the transfer device 200 includes a first translation component 210, a rotation component 220 disposed on the first translation component 210, a first lifting component 230 disposed on the rotation component 220, a flipping component 240 disposed on the first lifting component 230, and a clamping component 250 disposed on the flipping component 240, the clamping component 250 being used to clamp a stack of papers. Specifically, the page number printing device 100 and the first page printing and scanning device 300 are located on opposite sides of the transfer device 200.

[0029] During the transfer of the stack of paper from the paper alignment device 500 to the first page printing and scanning device 300, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to descend to the position corresponding to the paper. The first translation component 210 drives the rotation component 220, the first lifting component 230, the flipping component 240, and the clamping component 250 to move towards one side of the paper alignment device 500 until the stack of paper enters the clamping space of the clamping component 250, whereby the clamping component 250 clamps the stack of paper. Subsequently, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to rise, removing the stack of paper from the paper alignment device 500. Next, the flipping component 240 drives the clamping component 250 and the stack of paper to rotate 180 degrees along the horizontal axis. After the flipping is completed, the first translation component 210 and the first lifting component 230 work together to precisely place the stack of paper into the first page printing and scanning device 300, and finally, the transfer device 200 resets.

[0030] During the transfer of a stack of papers from the first page printing and scanning device 300 to the binding device 400, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to descend to the position where the clamping component 250 corresponds to the paper. The first translation component 210 drives the rotation component 220, the first lifting component 230, the flipping component 240, and the clamping component 250 to move towards one side of the first page printing and scanning device 300 until the stack of papers enters the clamping space of the clamping component 250, and the clamping component 250 clamps the stack of papers. Subsequently, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to rise, removing the stack of papers from the first page printing and scanning device 300. Next, the rotation component 220 drives the first lifting component 230, the flipping component 240, and the clamping component 250 to rotate around the vertical axis by a certain angle, so that the clamping component 250 corresponds to the binding device 400. Finally, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to descend to a preset height, so that the entire stack of papers approaches the conveyor line of the binding device 400. The clamping component 250 releases the entire stack of papers, so that the entire stack of papers falls onto the conveyor belt of the binding device 400. Finally, the transfer device 200 resets, and the conveyor belt transports the entire stack of papers to the punching and threading station. The binding device 400 punches and threads the entire stack of papers to complete the binding.

[0031] Therefore, the transfer device 200 can clamp, flip, lift, rotate, and translate the entire stack of paper, facilitating flexible adjustment of the paper's posture and position, ensuring accurate transfer of paper between various workstations, and improving the printing and binding quality of the paper. Simultaneously, it can automatically flip the entire stack of paper 180 degrees during the transfer process, avoiding slippage or scattering of paper caused by manual flipping operations.

[0032] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 In some preferred embodiments, the first page printing and scanning device 300 includes a gantry 310, a print head 320 and a scanner 330 disposed on the gantry 310, a positioning component 340 located below the print head 320, and a second translation component 350 for driving the positioning component 340 to translate. The positioning component 340 is used to position the entire stack of papers, the print head 320 is used to print the topmost first page, and the scanner 330 is used to scan and archive the printed content of the first page.

[0033] Understandably, after the entire stack of paper is placed on the positioning component 340, the positioning component 340 limits and fixes the paper around its perimeter. Next, the second translation component 350 drives the positioning component 340 and the entire stack of paper to move horizontally. When the positioning component 340 and the entire stack of paper pass directly under the print head 320, the print head 320 prints the first page information on the topmost paper surface according to the preset content. After printing is complete, the second translation component 350 drives the positioning component 340 and the entire stack of paper to continue translating, so that the printed first page passes directly under the scanner 330. The scanner 330 scans the printed content on the first page and transmits the data in real time to an external optical drive or storage device for electronic archiving. This allows printing and scanning to be performed simultaneously, improving the accuracy and real-time performance of digital document management.

[0034] Furthermore, the positioning component 340 includes a base plate 341, side plates 342 disposed around the base plate 341, a support plate 343 located above the base plate 341, and a second lifting module 344 for driving the support plate 343 to rise and fall. The support plate 343 is used to support stacked papers, and the four side plates 342 are respectively used to limit the perimeter of the papers. At least one side plate 342 has an upper limit portion 345 on its top for limiting the upper edge of the paper.

[0035] Understandably, the entire stack of paper is placed on the support plate 343 of the positioning component 340, and the four side plates 342 limit the paper's perimeter to prevent horizontal displacement. Subsequently, the second lifting module 344 drives the support plate 343 and the entire stack of paper on it to rise until the upper surface of the top sheet of paper contacts the upper limit stop 345. At this point, the second lifting module 344 stops operating. The entire stack of paper is then clamped and limited vertically by the upper limit stop 345 of the support plate 343. This allows for adaptation to documents of different thicknesses, ensuring that the top sheet is always precisely positioned on the preset printing working plane, preventing fluctuations in the working distance between the top sheet and the print head 320, and ensuring the quality of the first page print.

[0036] In some preferred embodiments, a support 360 is provided on the top of the gantry 310, a third lifting module 370 is provided on the support 360, a print head 320 is provided at the output end of the third lifting module 370, and the gantry 310 has a clearance opening for avoiding the print head 320.

[0037] Understandably, by using the third lifting module 370 to drive the print head 320 to rise and fall, the distance between the print head 320 and the top surface of the paper can be precisely adjusted to accommodate different sizes and contents, thereby improving print quality.

[0038] Furthermore, a moisturizing mechanism 600 is provided on the top of the gantry 310. The moisturizing mechanism 600 includes a third translation component 610, a translation seat 620, and a moisturizing head 630. The moisturizing head 630 is disposed on the translation seat 620. The third translation component 610 is used to drive the translation seat 620 to move closer to or away from the print head 320. The moisturizing head 630 is used to moisturize the nozzles of the print head 320.

[0039] Understandably, after printing is complete, the third lifting module 370 drives the print head 320 to rise to a high position; then, the cylinder drives the translation seat 620 to move, and the translation seat 620 moves the moisturizing head 630 to directly below the print head 320; then, the second lifting module 344 drives the print head 320 to descend, so that the nozzles of the print head 320 are in close contact with the moisturizing head 630. This prevents the ink inside the print head 320 from drying and clogging the nozzles, reduces the frequency of subsequent maintenance of the print head 320, and slows down the aging and corrosion of the nozzles of the print head 320, thus extending the service life of the print head 320.

[0040] Reference Figure 6 This invention also provides a method for printing and binding documents, which uses the aforementioned document printing and binding equipment and includes the following steps: S1. Page number printing and collection: The page number printing device 100 prints double-sided page numbers on a batch of papers one by one, and the printed papers fall into the paper straightening device 500 for stacking. S2. Shaking and Alignment: The paper shaking and alignment device 500 reciprocates by tapping the stacked papers in both the length and width directions to align the edges of the entire stack of papers. S3. First transfer and flip: The transfer device 200 clamps and takes out the stack of papers after they have been shaken, moves them horizontally and flips them 180 degrees, and then places the papers on the positioning component 340 of the first page printing and scanning device 300. After flipping, the page with the smallest page number is at the top. S4. First page printing and scanning archiving: The second translation component 350 drives the positioning component 340 to translate, so that the paper on the positioning component 340 passes directly under the print head 320 and the scanner 330 in sequence. The print head 320 prints the first page content on the topmost paper, and then the scanner 330 scans the content of the first page paper and transmits it to the optical drive for electronic archiving. S5. Second transfer and binding: The second translation component 350 drives the positioning component 340 to move to the unloading station. The transfer device 200 clamps and takes out the whole stack of paper with the first page printed and scanned. After translating and rotating 90 degrees, it is transferred to the binding device 400. The binding device 400 punches holes and threades the paper edges to complete the binding of the document.

[0041] Therefore, this invention can automatically complete all document processing steps from blank paper to bound volumes, reducing the labor intensity of operators, shortening the turnaround time between processes, and improving production efficiency.

[0042] Further, in step S2, the first driving component 522 drives the two first vertical plates 521 to approach each other along the length direction of the paper until they contact the two sides of the paper, thus aligning the edges in the length direction; at the same time, the second driving component 533 drives the L-shaped plate 532 to flip, so that one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 is parallel to the second vertical plate 531, thus aligning the edges in the width direction of the paper.

[0043] More specifically, after the page number printing device 100 prints page numbers on multiple sheets of paper in sequence, the papers fall onto the support base 510 in sequence until a certain number of papers are stacked. Then, the first alignment mechanism 520 is activated, and the first drive component 522 drives two parallel first vertical plates 521 to move towards each other along the length of the paper. When the two first vertical plates 521 move to the preset minimum distance, which is equal to the length of the paper, the two first vertical plates 521 tap the edges of the paper on both sides of the length direction from both sides to the middle, so that the stacked papers are aligned on both sides of the length direction. Simultaneously, the second alignment mechanism 530 is activated, and the second drive assembly 533 drives the L-shaped plate 532 to flip from its initial position toward the paper direction until one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 is parallel to the fixed second vertical plate 531. At this point, the distance between one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 and the second vertical plate 531 is equal to the width of the paper. One right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 pushes the paper along one edge in the width direction, so that one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate 532 and the second vertical plate 531 limit the paper on both sides in the width direction, thereby aligning the stacked papers on both sides in the width direction. Thus, it is possible to simultaneously align the paper in both the length and width directions, reducing labor intensity and improving the edge alignment accuracy of the entire stack of papers.

[0044] In step S3, specifically, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to descend to the position corresponding to the paper. The first translation component 210 drives the rotation component 220, the first lifting component 230, the flipping component 240, and the clamping component 250 to move together towards the paper alignment device 500 until the entire stack of paper enters the clamping space of the clamping component 250, whereby the clamping component 250 clamps the entire stack of paper. Subsequently, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to rise, removing the entire stack of paper from the paper alignment device 500. Next, the flipping component 240 drives the clamping component 250 and the entire stack of paper to rotate 180 degrees along the horizontal axis. After the flipping is completed, the first translation component 210 and the first lifting component 230 work together to accurately place the entire stack of paper into the first page printing and scanning device 300, and finally, the transfer device 200 resets.

[0045] In step S4, the second lifting module 344 drives the support plate 343 to rise until the upper surface of the top paper is blocked and limited by the upper limit part 345 at the top of the side plate 342. Then the print head 320 prints the first page of the top paper. After printing, the second translation component 350 drives the positioning component 340 and the entire stack of papers to translate, so that the first page of the paper is scanned directly below the scanner 330.

[0046] More specifically, after the stack of papers is placed on the positioning component 340, the support plate 343 supports the stack of papers and limits the four sides of the papers to prevent them from shifting horizontally. Subsequently, the second lifting module 344 drives the support plate 343 and the stack of papers on it to rise until the upper surface of the top sheet of paper contacts the upper limit part 345. At this point, the second lifting module 344 stops. The stack of papers is then clamped and limited vertically by the upper limit part 345 of the support plate 343. This allows for adaptation to documents of different thicknesses, ensuring that the top sheet is always precisely positioned on the preset printing working plane, preventing fluctuations in the working distance between the top sheet and the print head 320, and ensuring the quality of the first page print.

[0047] Furthermore, the second translation component 350 drives the positioning component 340 and the stack of papers to move horizontally. When the positioning component 340 and the stack of papers pass directly under the print head 320, the print head 320 prints the first page information on the topmost paper surface according to the preset content. After printing is completed, the second translation component 350 drives the positioning component 340 and the stack of papers to continue translating, so that the printed first page passes directly under the scanner 330. The scanner 330 scans the printed content on the first page and transmits the data in real time to an external optical drive or storage device for electronic archiving. Thus, printing and scanning can be performed simultaneously, improving the accuracy and real-time performance of digital document management.

[0048] Furthermore, after printing is completed, the third lifting module 370 drives the print head 320 to rise to a high position; then, the cylinder drives the translation seat 620 to move, and the translation seat 620 moves the moisturizing head 630 to directly below the print head 320; then, the second lifting module 344 drives the print head 320 to descend, so that the nozzle of the print head 320 is in close contact with the moisturizing head 630. This prevents the ink in the print head 320 from drying and clogging the nozzle, reduces the frequency of subsequent maintenance of the print head 320, and slows down the aging and corrosion of the nozzle of the print head 320, thus extending the service life of the print head 320.

[0049] In step S5, specifically, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to descend to the position where the clamping component 250 corresponds to the paper. The first translation component 210 drives the rotation component 220, the first lifting component 230, the flipping component 240, and the clamping component 250 to move together towards the side of the first page printing and scanning device 300 until the entire stack of paper enters the clamping space of the clamping component 250, and the clamping component 250 clamps the entire stack of paper. Subsequently, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to rise, removing the entire stack of paper from the first page printing and scanning device 300. Next, the rotation component 220 drives the first lifting component 230, the flipping component 240, and the clamping component 250 to rotate together around the vertical axis by a certain angle, so that the clamping component 250 corresponds to the binding device 400. Finally, the first lifting component 230 drives the flipping component 240 and the clamping component 250 to descend to a preset height, so that the entire stack of papers approaches the conveyor line of the binding device 400. The clamping component 250 releases the entire stack of papers, so that the entire stack of papers falls onto the conveyor belt of the binding device 400. Finally, the transfer device 200 resets, and the conveyor belt transports the entire stack of papers to the punching and threading station. The binding device 400 punches and threads the entire stack of papers to complete the binding.

[0050] The above is a detailed description of the preferred embodiments of the present invention. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described. Those skilled in the art can make various equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. All such equivalent modifications or substitutions are included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A document printing and binding device, characterized in that, It includes a page number printing device, a transfer device, a first page printing and scanning device, and a binding device. The page number printing device, the first page printing and scanning device, and the binding device are distributed circumferentially around the center of the transfer device. The paper output port of the page number printing device is equipped with a paper alignment device. The page number printing device is used to print page numbers on paper; The paper alignment device is used to neatly stack the printed pages. The transfer device is used to transfer neatly stacked papers from the paper aligning device to the first page printing and scanning device or from the first page printing and scanning device to the binding device; The first page printing and scanning device is used to print and scan the first page of a stack of papers; The binding device is used to punch holes and thread the paper along the same edge of a stack of paper.

2. The document printing and binding equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The paper alignment device includes a support base, a first alignment mechanism, and a second alignment mechanism. The support base supports the paper. The first alignment mechanism aligns the two sides of the paper along its length and includes two first vertical plates and at least one first driving component for driving the two first vertical plates closer to or further apart from each other. The two first vertical plates are parallel to each other and located on opposite sides of the support base along its length. The second alignment mechanism aligns the two sides of the paper along its width and includes a second vertical plate, an L-shaped plate, and a second driving component for driving the L-shaped plate to rotate. The second vertical plate is fixed to one side of the support base along its width, and the L-shaped plate is located on the other side of the support base along its width. When the two first vertical plates approach each other to their shortest distance, they contact both sides of the paper along its length. At the same time, the L-shaped plate flips so that one of its right-angle arms is parallel to the second vertical plate and contacts both sides of the paper along its width.

3. The document printing and binding equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transfer device includes a first translation component, a rotation component disposed on the first translation component, a first lifting component disposed on the rotation component, a flipping component disposed on the first lifting component, and a clamping component disposed on the flipping component, wherein the clamping component is used to clamp a whole stack of paper.

4. The document printing and binding equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first page printing and scanning device includes a gantry, a print head and a scanner mounted on the gantry, a positioning component located below the print head, and a second translation component for driving the positioning component to translate. The positioning component is used to position the entire stack of papers, the print head is used to print the topmost first page, and the scanner is used to scan and archive the printed content of the first page.

5. The document printing and binding equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The positioning component includes a base plate, side plates disposed around the base plate, a support plate located above the base plate, and a second lifting module for driving the support plate to rise and fall. The support plate is used to support stacked papers, and the four side plates are respectively used to limit the perimeter of the papers. At least one of the side plates has an upper limit portion on its top for limiting the upper edge of the papers.

6. The document printing and binding equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The top of the gantry is equipped with a support, the support is equipped with a third lifting module, the print head is located at the output end of the third lifting module, and the gantry has a clearance opening for avoiding the print head.

7. The document printing and binding equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The top of the gantry is also provided with a moisturizing mechanism, which includes a third translation component, a translation seat and a moisturizing head. The moisturizing head is disposed on the translation seat. The third translation component is used to drive the translation seat to move closer to or away from the print head. The moisturizing head is used to moisturize the nozzles of the print head.

8. A method for printing and binding documents, using the document printing and binding equipment as described in any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1. Page number printing and collection: The page number printing device prints double-sided page numbers on a batch of papers one by one, and the printed papers fall into the paper straightening device for stacking. S2. Alignment: The paper alignment device aligns the stacked papers by repeatedly tapping them in the length and width directions to make the edges of the entire stack of papers aligned. S3. First transfer and flip: The transfer device clamps and takes out the stack of papers after they have been shaken, moves them horizontally and flips them 180 degrees, and then places the papers on the positioning component of the first page printing and scanning device. After flipping, the page with the smallest page number is at the top. S4. First page printing and scanning archiving: The second translation component drives the positioning component to translate, so that the paper on the positioning component passes directly under the print head and the scanner in sequence. The print head prints the first page content on the topmost paper, and then the scanner scans the content of the first page paper and transmits it to the optical drive for electronic archiving. S5. Second transfer and binding: The second translation component drives the positioning component to translate to the unloading station. The transfer device clamps and takes out the whole stack of paper with the first page printed and scanned. After translating and rotating 90 degrees, it is transferred to the binding device. The binding device punches holes and threades the paper edges to complete the binding of the document.

9. A method for printing and binding archives according to claim 8, characterized in that, In step S2, the first driving component drives the two first vertical plates to approach each other along the length of the paper until they contact both sides of the paper, aligning the edges along the length direction; at the same time, the second driving component drives the L-shaped plate to flip so that one right-angle arm of the L-shaped plate is parallel to the second vertical plate, aligning the edges along the width direction of the paper.

10. A method for printing and binding archives according to claim 8, characterized in that, In step S4, the second lifting module drives the support plate to rise until the upper surface of the topmost paper is blocked and limited by the upper limit part at the top of the side plate, and then the print head prints the first page of the topmost paper. After printing is completed, the second translation component drives the positioning component and the entire stack of papers to translate, so that the first page of paper is scanned directly below the scanner.

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