Fruit cleaning and buffering device for sorting assembly line
By designing a connecting roller group composed of buffer rollers and active rollers at the transition of the fruit sorting assembly line, combining flexible buffer layer and motor drive, the buffering and cleaning of fruits is achieved, and the problem of difficulty in cleaning fruits due to drop damage and surface stains at the junction of the assembly line is solved, and the cost-effectiveness of the assembly line is improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421452103.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-06-24
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-21
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-06-24
AI Technical Summary
At the transition of the fruit sorting assembly line, the fruit may be mechanically damaged due to impact due to the height drop, and the fruit surface is prone to dust or stains, making it difficult to clean.
A device for sorting assembly line is designed, including the first and second conveyor belt assembly lines and a connecting roller set. The connecting roller group consists of a buffer roller and an active roller. The roller surface is equipped with a flexible buffer layer. The motor drives the rotation of the active roller and slowly falls under the action of self-weight to achieve buffering and cleaning of the fruit.
It effectively avoids mechanical damage caused by drop at the junction of the assembly line, and cleans the fruit surface through extrusion to remove dust and stains, improving the cost-effectiveness of the sorting assembly line.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of agricultural product processing equipment, in particular to a device for cleaning and buffering fruits used in a sorting line. Background Art
[0002] With the development of science and technology, more and more machines are used to sort fruits instead of manual sorting, such as using machine vision to sort by size, appearance defects, etc. On the one hand, there will always be dust or other stains on the surface of fruits. On the other hand, fruits often need to transition from one assembly line to another during the transportation process, such as from disordered transportation to orderly transportation. There is often a drop at the transition point. If there is no effective buffer, the fruit will be mechanically damaged by impact during the falling process, causing losses. Therefore, it is necessary to install this device at the drop point, firstly, it can play a buffering role in the falling process of fruits, and secondly, it can clean the fruits. Utility Model Content
[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide a device for cleaning and buffering fruits in a sorting line.
[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows: a device for cleaning and buffering fruits for a sorting line is provided, comprising a first conveyor belt line arranged in the fruit transmission direction, a second conveyor belt line lower in height than the first conveyor belt line, and a connecting roller group, wherein the connecting roller group is arranged at one end of the second conveyor belt line close to the first conveyor belt line;
[0005] The connecting roller group includes a buffer roller and a driving roller arranged above the conveyor belt of the second conveyor belt assembly line, the two ends of the buffer roller are respectively rotatably connected to the first bearing seat, the two first bearing seats are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the two ends of the driving roller are respectively rotatably connected to the second bearing seat, the two second bearing seats are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the horizontal height of the driving roller is higher than the buffer roller, and a gap is formed between the driving roller and the buffer roller for the fruit to abut and pass through;
[0006] The engaging roller group further comprises a motor, and the motor is used for driving the active roller to rotate. The roller surfaces of the buffer roller and the active roller are both provided with a flexible buffer layer.
[0007] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned device for cleaning and buffering fruits in the sorting line, a slide rail is provided on the bottom surface of the first bearing seat, and a slide groove cooperating with the slide rail is provided on the second conveyor belt line.
[0008] Furthermore, in the device for cleaning and buffering fruits used in the above-mentioned sorting line, the buffer roller and the active roller are connected to the flexible buffer layer by Velcro connection.
[0009] Furthermore, in the device used in the above-mentioned sorting line to clean and buffer fruits, the material of the flexible buffer layer is a highly elastic sponge.
[0010] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned device for cleaning and buffering fruits in the sorting line, a first synchronous wheel is provided at the output end of the motor, a second synchronous wheel is provided at one end of the active roller, and a synchronous belt transmission connection is provided between the first synchronous wheel and the second synchronous wheel.
[0011] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned device for cleaning and buffering fruits in the sorting line, the engaging roller group also includes a speed regulator, and the motor is connected to the speed regulator.
[0012] The beneficial effect of the utility model is that the device used in the sorting line of the utility model has a cleaning and buffering effect on the fruit. In order to prevent the fruit from being mechanically damaged due to the impact caused by the height difference at the intersection of the line during the fruit transportation process, a connecting roller group is added at the intersection. The connecting roller group can play a buffering role and clean the fruit. When in use: the fruit falls from the first conveyor belt line into the two rollers of the second conveyor belt line. The fruit slowly falls under the action of its own weight and the counterclockwise rotation of the active roller. In the process of falling, it will be squeezed with the two rollers to a certain extent, thereby playing a role in wiping and cleaning the fruit. When it falls into the second conveyor belt line, it is transported forward driven by the counterclockwise rotation of the active roller and the clockwise rotation of the conveyor belt. In this process, it can also play a role in wiping and cleaning the fruit. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0013] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of a device for cleaning and buffering fruits used in a sorting line in a specific embodiment of the utility model;
[0014] Figure 2 It is a side view of a device for cleaning and buffering fruits used in a sorting line in a specific embodiment of the utility model;
[0015] Description of labels:
[0016] 1. First conveyor belt assembly line; 2. Second conveyor belt assembly line; 3. Buffer roller; 31. First bearing seat; 4. Active roller; 41. Second bearing seat; 5. Synchronous belt. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0017] In order to explain the technical content, achieved objectives and effects of the present invention in detail, the following is an explanation in conjunction with the implementation modes and the accompanying drawings.
[0018] Please refer to Figure 1 to Figure 2, a device for cleaning and buffering fruits in a sorting line, comprising a first conveyor belt line 1 arranged in the fruit transmission direction, a second conveyor belt line 2 lower in height than the first conveyor belt line, and a connecting roller group, wherein the connecting roller group is arranged at one end of the second conveyor belt line 2 close to the first conveyor belt line 1;
[0019] The connecting roller group includes a buffer roller 3 and a driving roller 4 arranged above the conveyor belt of the second conveyor belt assembly line 2, the two ends of the buffer roller 3 are rotatably connected to the first bearing seat 31, the two first bearing seats 31 are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the two ends of the driving roller 4 are rotatably connected to the second bearing seat 41, the two second bearing seats 41 are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the horizontal height of the driving roller 4 is higher than the buffer roller 3, and a gap is formed between the driving roller 4 and the buffer roller 3 for the fruit to abut and pass through;
[0020] The engaging roller group further comprises a motor, and the motor is used to drive the active roller 4 to rotate. The roller surfaces of the buffer roller 3 and the active roller 4 are both provided with a flexible buffer layer.
[0021] In the above-mentioned sorting line, the device for cleaning and buffering the fruit is used. In order to prevent the fruit from being mechanically damaged due to the impact caused by the height difference at the intersection of the lines during the fruit transportation process, a connecting roller group is added at the intersection. The connecting roller group can play a buffering role and clean the fruit. When in use: the fruit falls from the first conveyor belt line 1 to between the two rollers of the second conveyor belt line 2. The fruit slowly falls under the action of its own weight and the counterclockwise rotation of the active roller 4. In the process of falling, it will be squeezed with the two rollers to a certain extent, thereby playing a role in wiping and cleaning the fruit. When it falls into the second conveyor belt line 2, it is transported forward driven by the counterclockwise rotation of the active roller 4 and the clockwise rotation of the conveyor belt. In this process, it can also play a role in wiping and cleaning the fruit.
[0022] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned device for cleaning and buffering fruits in the sorting line, a slide rail is provided on the bottom surface of the first bearing seat 31, and the second conveyor belt line 2 is provided with a slide groove cooperating with the slide rail.
[0023] From the above description, it can be seen that the position of the seat bearing on the assembly line can be adjusted in order to adjust the distance between the buffer roller 3 and the active roller 4, and the buffer roller 3 can rotate relative to the seat bearing; the seat bearing of the active roller 4 is fixedly connected to the assembly line bracket, and the active roller 4 is driven by an electric drive to rotate clockwise relative to the bearing seat.
[0024] Furthermore, in the device for cleaning and buffering the fruits used in the above-mentioned sorting line, the buffer roller 3 and the active roller 4 are both connected to the flexible buffer layer by Velcro connection.
[0025] As can be seen from the above description, the flexible buffer layer is connected by Velcro to facilitate removal for cleaning and replacement;
[0026] Furthermore, in the device used in the above-mentioned sorting line to clean and buffer fruits, the material of the flexible buffer layer is a highly elastic sponge.
[0027] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned device for cleaning and buffering fruits in the sorting line, a first synchronous wheel is provided at the output end of the motor, a second synchronous wheel is provided at one end of the active roller 4, and a synchronous belt 5 is provided between the first synchronous wheel and the second synchronous wheel for transmission connection.
[0028] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned device for cleaning and buffering fruits in the sorting line, the engaging roller group also includes a speed regulator, and the motor is connected to the speed regulator.
[0029] As can be seen from the above description, the speed of the motor can be adjusted by the speed regulator, thereby adjusting the speed of the active roller 4 and adjusting the buffered falling speed of the fruit.
[0030] Embodiment 1:
[0031] like Figure 1 to Figure 2 As shown, a device for cleaning and buffering fruits for a sorting line of this embodiment comprises a first conveyor belt line 1 arranged in the fruit transmission direction, a second conveyor belt line 2 lower in height than the first conveyor belt line, and a connecting roller group, wherein the connecting roller group is arranged at one end of the second conveyor belt line 2 close to the first conveyor belt line 1;
[0032] The connecting roller group includes a buffer roller 3 and a driving roller 4 arranged above the conveyor belt of the second conveyor belt assembly line 2, the two ends of the buffer roller 3 are rotatably connected to the first bearing seat 31, the two first bearing seats 31 are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the two ends of the driving roller 4 are rotatably connected to the second bearing seat 41, the two second bearing seats 41 are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the horizontal height of the driving roller 4 is higher than the buffer roller 3, and a gap is formed between the driving roller 4 and the buffer roller 3 for the fruit to abut and pass through;
[0033] The engaging roller group further comprises a motor, and the motor is used to drive the active roller 4 to rotate. The roller surfaces of the buffer roller 3 and the active roller 4 are both provided with a flexible buffer layer.
[0034] The bottom surface of the first bearing seat 31 is provided with a slide rail, and the second conveyor belt assembly line 2 is provided with a slide groove matched with the slide rail. The buffer roller 3 and the active roller 4 are connected to the flexible buffer layer by Velcro connection. The material of the flexible buffer layer is high elastic sponge.
[0035] The output end of the motor is provided with a first synchronous wheel, one end of the active roller 4 is provided with a second synchronous wheel, and a synchronous belt 5 is provided between the first synchronous wheel and the second synchronous wheel for transmission connection. The connecting roller group also includes a speed regulator, and the motor is connected to the speed regulator. The assembly line can also be designed with threaded holes for installing and fixing the bearing seat and threaded holes for installing and fixing the speed regulator.
[0036] The above-mentioned sorting line uses a device for cleaning and buffering fruits: fruits fall from the first conveyor belt line 1 into between the two rollers of the second conveyor belt line 2, and the fruits slowly fall down under the action of their own weight and the counterclockwise rotation of the active roller 4. In the process of falling, the fruits will be squeezed with the buffer roller 3 and the active roller 4 to a certain extent, thereby wiping and cleaning the fruits. When falling into the second conveyor belt line 2, the fruits are transported forward driven by the counterclockwise rotation of the active roller 4 and the clockwise rotation of the conveyor belt, and the fruits can also be wiped and cleaned in this process.
[0037] In summary, the above-mentioned sorting line uses a device that cleans and buffers fruits. It has cleaning and buffering functions. Its biggest feature is the double roller design with highly elastic and flexible materials, adjustable spacing, adjustable speed of the active roller, and quick disassembly and assembly of the buffer roller. The highly elastic and flexible materials and the adjustable speed of the active roller can be used to properly buffer the fruits from being impacted and falling slowly, and to avoid mechanical damage caused by the impact of the fall. The double roller with adjustable spacing can adapt to fruits of various sizes and can play a role in wiping and cleaning, ensuring the best cleaning effect. The buffer roller can be quickly disassembled and assembled, and the buffer roller can be easily disassembled and assembled, which is convenient for replacement and cleaning, efficient cleaning, and environmentally friendly.
[0038] This device can be widely used in the fruit sorting and processing industry. In this industry, there is a drop between the production lines carrying fruits. This device can effectively avoid mechanical damage caused by the drop. The dust and stains on the surface of the fruit need to be wiped off. This device can effectively wipe off the dust and stains on the surface of the fruit, playing a dual role and improving the cost-effectiveness of the use of the sorting production line.
[0039] The above description is only an embodiment of the present invention, and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent transformations made using the contents of the specification and drawings of the present invention, or directly or indirectly applied in the relevant technical field, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A device for cleaning and buffering fruits in a sorting line, characterized in that: It includes a first conveyor belt assembly line arranged in the fruit transmission direction, a second conveyor belt assembly line whose height is lower than the first conveyor belt assembly line, and a connecting roller group, wherein the connecting roller group is arranged at one end of the second conveyor belt assembly line close to the first conveyor belt assembly line; The connecting roller group includes a buffer roller and a driving roller arranged above the conveyor belt of the second conveyor belt assembly line, the two ends of the buffer roller are respectively rotatably connected to the first bearing seat, the two first bearing seats are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the two ends of the driving roller are respectively rotatably connected to the second bearing seat, the two second bearing seats are respectively fixed on both sides of the conveyor belt, the horizontal height of the driving roller is higher than the buffer roller, and a gap is formed between the driving roller and the buffer roller for the fruit to abut and pass through; The engaging roller group further comprises a motor, and the motor is used for driving the active roller to rotate. The roller surfaces of the buffer roller and the active roller are both provided with a flexible buffer layer.
2. The device for cleaning and buffering fruits for a sorting line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the first bearing seat is provided with a slide rail, and the second conveyor belt assembly line is provided with a slide groove matched with the slide rail.
3. The device for cleaning and buffering fruits for a sorting line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The buffer roller and the active roller are both connected to the flexible buffer layer by Velcro connection.
4. The device for cleaning and buffering fruits for a sorting line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The material of the flexible buffer layer is high-elastic sponge.
5. The device for cleaning and buffering fruits for a sorting line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The output end of the motor is provided with a first synchronous wheel, one end of the active roller is provided with a second synchronous wheel, and a synchronous belt transmission connection is provided between the first synchronous wheel and the second synchronous wheel.
6. The device for cleaning and buffering fruits for a sorting line according to claim 5, characterized in that: The engaging roller set also includes a speed regulator, and the motor is connected to the speed regulator.