Locking mechanism for foaming mold and automatic mold changing system with locking mechanism

By designing the locking mechanism, the problem of lack of positioning of the foam mold on the mold frame assembly is solved, the stable fixation and automatic mold change of the mold are realized, and the accuracy of material injection and transport stability are improved.

CN223085258UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-11JIANGSU TIANCHEN INTELLIGENT EQUIP CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422275708.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-18
Publication Date
2025-07-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-18

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Technical Problem

Traditional foam molds lack positioning and connection structures on the mold frame assembly, resulting in the mold being easily shaken or deflected during the transfer process, affecting the accuracy of the injection.

Method used

A locking mechanism including a locking part and a locking drive part is designed. Through the cooperation of the locking column and the locking protrusion, the foaming mold is stably fixed on the mold frame mechanism, and the locking protrusion is rotated to realize locking fixation through the linkage between the driving cylinder and the connecting rod.

Benefits of technology

Ensure the stable placement of the foam mold on the mold frame mechanism, improve the accuracy of the injection and the stability of transport, and support automatic mold change operation.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of foaming equipment, in particular to a locking mechanism for a foaming mould and an automatic mould changing system with the locking mechanism, which comprises a locking part and a locking driving part, the locking part comprises a locking column, and a locking protrusion is arranged on the locking column. The lock columns are inserted into corresponding insertion holes of the foaming mold; the locking driving part can drive the lock column to rotate; the locking mechanism disclosed by the utility model can be connected to the foaming mold to be fixed in a penetrating manner, so that the foaming mold is locked and fixed on the mold frame mechanism in subsequent use; the placing stability of the foaming mold on the mold frame mechanism is ensured; meanwhile, the automatic mold changing operation of the foaming mold can be realized through the matched use of the mold changing system, the mold frame system and the conveying system.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of foaming equipment, and specifically to a locking mechanism for a foaming mold and an automatic mold changing system with the locking mechanism. Background Art

[0002] The foaming layer has good heat insulation and shock absorption effects and is widely used in real life.

[0003] For traditional refrigerator wall panels, in order to better play the role of heat insulation, a foaming layer needs to be added to the refrigerator wall.

[0004] The overall structure of the traditional foaming production line is relatively simple, mainly realized by a conveying production line and an external mold for the production of the corresponding foaming layer.

[0005] Although the traditional foaming production line can realize the production of the corresponding foaming layer, the traditional mold is directly placed on the conveyor line without positioning, and it is easy to deflect during subsequent transportation and transfer. At the same time, it is not conducive to the accurate injection operation of the injection system.

[0006] In order to improve the above problems, generally a mold base assembly is selected to support and place the mold; for example, the content disclosed in Patent 202310490116.7 - A foaming mold base assembly.

[0007] However, there is a lack of positioning and connection structure between the traditional mold and the mold base assembly, and the mold may still shake or deflect on the mold base assembly.

[0008] Therefore, in order to improve at least one of the above problems, an auxiliary device is needed to stably place the foaming mold on the mold base assembly. Summary of the Utility Model

[0009] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a locking mechanism that is convenient for tightly installing a foaming mold placed on a mold base assembly.

[0010] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows:

[0011] A locking mechanism for a foaming mold, comprising a locking part and a locking driving part;

[0012] The locking part includes a locking column, and the locking column is provided with a locking protrusion;

[0013] The locking column is inserted into a corresponding socket of the foaming mold;

[0014] The locking driving part can drive the locking column to rotate.

[0015] The locking drive part includes a drive cylinder, and the end of the drive cylinder is connected to a locking column through a connecting rod. One end of the connecting rod is fixedly connected to the locking column, and the other end is hinged to the drive cylinder.

[0016] The drive cylinder is connected with a mounting bracket for mounting the drive cylinder.

[0017] An automatic die-changing system includes a die-changing system, a die carrier system, and a conveying system;

[0018] The die-changing system includes a handling manipulator;

[0019] The die carrier system includes a die carrier mechanism for placing a die;

[0020] The locking mechanism is provided on the die carrier mechanism;

[0021] The conveying system is used for loading and unloading a foaming die.

[0022] The conveying system includes a conveying line, and the conveying line includes a support frame, and a conveying mechanism is provided on the support frame.

[0023] The die-changing system further includes an open-die manipulator connected to the die carrier mechanism.

[0024] The advantages of the present utility model are as follows:

[0025] The present utility model discloses a locking mechanism for a foaming die and an automatic die-changing system having the locking mechanism.

[0026] The locking mechanism disclosed by the present utility model can be inserted into a foaming die to be fixed, so as to realize the locking and fixing of the foaming die on the die carrier mechanism during subsequent use, and ensure the stability of the placement of the foaming die on the die carrier mechanism.

[0027] Meanwhile, by the combined use of the die-changing system, the die carrier system, and the conveying system, the present utility model can realize the automatic die-changing operation of the foaming die. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] The following briefly describes the content expressed in each drawing of the specification of the present utility model and the marks in the drawings:

[0029] Figure 1 It is a top view of the locking mechanism in the present utility model.

[0030] Figure 2 It is a left view of the locking mechanism in the present utility model.

[0031] Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the first embodiment of the automatic die-changing system of the present utility model.

[0032] Figure 4It is a top view of the first embodiment of the automatic die-changing system of the present utility model.

[0033] Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of the die carrier mechanism of the automatic die-changing system of the present utility model adopting the first implementation scheme.

[0034] Figure 6 For Figure 5 partial structural schematic diagram of

[0035] Figure 7 : It is a schematic structural diagram of the second embodiment of the automatic die-changing system of the present utility model.

[0036] The markings in the above figures are all:

[0037] 1-1, locking mechanism, 1-2, die carrier system, 1-3, die carrier mechanism, 1-4, foaming mold, 1-5, conveying system, 1-6, handling manipulator, 1-7, mold-opening manipulator;

[0038] 1, locking part, 11, locking column, 12, locking projection, 2, locking driving part, 21, driving cylinder, 22, connecting rod, 3, mounting bracket. Specific embodiments

[0039] Next, with reference to the accompanying drawings, through the description of the optimal embodiment, the specific embodiments of the present utility model will be further described in detail.

[0040] A locking mechanism for a foaming mold includes a locking part 1 and a locking driving part 2; the locking mechanism 1-1 disclosed in the present utility model can be inserted into the foaming mold 1-4 to be fixed, so as to realize the locking and fixing of the foaming mold 1-4 on the die carrier mechanism 1-3 during subsequent use; ensure the stability of the placement of the foaming mold 1-4 on the die carrier mechanism 1-3.

[0041] The locking mechanism 1-1 disclosed in the present utility model is mainly used for the stable connection of the foaming mold 1-4 on the die carrier mechanism 1-3.

[0042] Specifically, the locking mechanism 1-1 disclosed in the present utility model mainly includes a locking part 1 and a locking driving part 2; the locking part 1 is used for the connection between the foaming mold 1-4 and the die carrier mechanism 1-3, and the locking driving part 2 can control the locking part 1 to act, so as to realize the locking and fixing of the foaming mold 1-4 and the die carrier mechanism 1-3.

[0043] In the present utility model, the locking portion 1 includes a locking post 11, and a locking projection 12 is provided on the locking post 11. In the present utility model, the locking post 11 is a columnar structure, which is convenient for subsequent insertion into the foaming mold 1-4. And a locking projection 12 is provided on the locking post 11, and the locking projection 12 is mainly arranged on the side surface of the locking post 11. During subsequent use, the locking post 11 drives the locking projection 12 to insert into the insertion hole 1-43 of the foaming mold 1-4, so as to realize the locking and fixing of the locking portion 1 to the foaming mold 1-4.

[0044] In addition, in the present utility model, the locking post 11 is inserted into the corresponding insertion hole 1-43 of the foaming mold 1-4. At the same time, in the present utility model, the locking drive portion 2 can drive the locking post 11 to rotate. When the present utility model is in use, the locking drive portion 2 drives the locking post 11 to rotate, and then drives the locking projection 12 to rotate, which is convenient for the locking projection 12 to press and lock the mold.

[0045] At the same time, in the present utility model, the insertion hole 1-43 of the foaming mold 1-4 mainly includes a middle through hole, and a connection hole is provided on the side surface of the middle through hole, and the connection hole is connected to the middle through hole. Based on such a setting, it is convenient for the locking post 11 to drive the locking projection 12 to pass through the insertion hole 1-43. During subsequent use, the locking post 11 drives the locking projection 12 to rotate, so as to realize the hanging connection of the locking projection 12 on the foaming mold 1-4, and further realize the locking and fixing of the locking mechanism 1-1 to the mold.

[0046] Furthermore, in the present utility model, there are many types of the locking drive portion 2, and as long as it can realize the rotation of the locking portion 1, it is theoretically feasible in the present utility model.

[0047] Specifically, in the present utility model, the locking drive portion 2 includes a drive cylinder 21. The end of the drive cylinder 21 is connected to the locking post 11 through a connecting rod 22. One end of the connecting rod 22 is fixedly connected to the locking post 11, and the other end is hinged to the drive cylinder 21. The drive cylinder 21 is arranged horizontally, and the connecting rod 22 plays a bridging role. During subsequent use, the piston rod of the drive cylinder 21 makes a reciprocating motion, and the connecting rod 22 is hinged to the piston rod. With such a setting, during subsequent use, the drive cylinder 21 can drive the connecting rod 22, so that the connecting rod 22 drives the locking post 11 to rotate, so as to realize the locking projection 12 moving away from the connection hole; making it in the locking position, and further facilitating the subsequent locking and fixing operation.

[0048] Furthermore, in the present utility model, the drive cylinder 21 is connected with a mounting bracket 3 for mounting the drive cylinder 21. The main structure of the mounting bracket 3 is a mounting base structure, which is convenient for the subsequent installation and fixing of the locking mechanism 1-1 on the mold frame mechanism 1-3. When connecting, the mounting bracket 3 can be connected to the mold frame mechanism 1-3 by bolts, or can be connected by using a buckle or other means.

[0049] An automatic mold changing system, including a mold changing system, a mold base system 1-2 and a conveying system 1-5; through the combined use of the mold changing system, the mold base system 1-2 and the conveying system 1-5 in the present utility model, the automatic mold changing operation of the foaming mold 1-4 can be realized.

[0050] In the present utility model, the mold changing system includes a handling manipulator 1-6; the main body of the handling manipulator 1-6 in the present utility model is of a conventional structure; essentially, it is a clamp structure, which is convenient for realizing the clamping operation of the foaming mold 1-4.

[0051] In the present utility model, the mold base system 1-2 includes a mold base mechanism 1-3 for placing the mold; the mold base mechanism 1-3 is essentially a frame structure for placing the foaming mold 1-4. Here, the mold base mechanism 1-3 is a prior art, and the foaming mold base disclosed in CN116476308A - A foaming mold base assembly can be selected.

[0052] In the mold base mechanism 1-3 disclosed in the present utility model, a locking mechanism 1-1 is provided; in the present utility model, the mounting frame 3 in the locking mechanism 1-1 is fixedly connected to the mold base mechanism 1-3, thereby realizing the installation and fixation of the locking mechanism 1-1 on the mold base mechanism 1-3.

[0053] In the present utility model, the conveying system 1-5 is used for the loading and unloading of the foaming mold 1-4; the conveying system 1-5 in the present utility model is a conventional conveying line structure, and its essential purpose is for the loading operation of the uncharged foaming mold 1-4 and the unloading operation of the foaming mold 1-4 after the injection is completed; of course, the specific loading and unloading operations here also need to be realized in cooperation with the handling manipulator 1-6.

[0054] Further, in the present utility model, the conveying system 1-5 includes a conveying line, the conveying line includes a support frame 1-52, and a conveying mechanism 1-51 is provided on the support frame 1-52; the support frame 1-52 plays a role of supporting and raising, and the conveying mechanism 1-51 provided on the support frame 1-52 plays a role of transporting the foaming mold 1-4. The conveying mechanism 1-51 can be a chain conveying mechanism 1-51, a belt conveying mechanism 1-51 or a roller conveying mechanism 1-51, which can be specifically selected according to needs.

[0055] Further, in the present utility model, the mold changing system further includes an opening mold manipulator 1-7 connected to the mold base mechanism 1-3; the essential function of the opening mold manipulator 1-7 in the present utility model is for opening and closing the mold base, which is convenient for the taking and placing operations of the corresponding foaming mold 1-4; the opening mold manipulator 1-7 is an auxiliary part, which is used for the opening and closing operations of the upper mold base in the mold base mechanism 1-3.

[0056] Example 1:

[0057] As Figure 7 shown, an automatic die change system includes a die change system, a die carrier system 1-2, and a conveying system 1-5; through the combined use of the die change system, the die carrier system 1-2, and the conveying system 1-5, the automatic die change operation of the foaming die 1-4 can be realized in the present utility model; the die change system includes a handling manipulator 1-6; the die carrier system 1-2 includes a die carrier mechanism 1-3 for placing the die; a locking mechanism 1-1 is provided on the die carrier mechanism 1-3; the conveying system 1-5 is used for the loading and unloading of the foaming die 1-4; in the present utility model, the die carrier mechanism 1-3 can be selected as the foaming die carrier disclosed in CN116476308A - A foaming die carrier assembly; and when in use, it can be applied to the unloading station of CN116476306A - A foaming production line and its use method; based on such a setting, the disclosed automatic die change system of the present utility model can be applied to a circular foaming line.

[0058] Example 2:

[0059] As Figures 3-6 shown, an automatic die change system includes a die change system, a die carrier system 1-2, and a conveying system 1-5; through the combined use of the die change system, the die carrier system 1-2, and the conveying system 1-5, the automatic die change operation of the foaming die 1-4 can be realized in the present utility model; the die change system includes a handling manipulator 1-6; the die carrier system 1-2 includes a die carrier mechanism 1-3 for placing the die; a locking mechanism 1-1 is provided on the die carrier mechanism 1-3; the conveying system 1-5 is used for the loading and unloading of the foaming die 1-4; in the present utility model, the die carrier mechanism 1-3 can be a structure including an upper die carrier 1-41 and a lower die carrier 1-42, and the upper die carrier 1-41 and the lower die carrier 1-42 can be arranged on a roller conveyor line, and the roller conveyor line can be distributed in a rectangular shape. Based on such a setting, the disclosed automatic die change system of the present utility model can be applied to a rectangular foaming line.

[0060] Obviously, the specific implementation of the present utility model is not limited by the above methods. As long as various non-substantial improvements are made by adopting the method concept and technical solution of the present utility model, they are all within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A locking mechanism for a foaming mold, characterized in that, It includes a locking part and a locking driving part; The locking part includes a locking post, and the locking post is provided with a locking protrusion; The locking post is inserted into a corresponding socket of the foaming mold; The locking driving part can drive the locking post to rotate.

2. The locking mechanism for a foaming mold according to claim 1, characterized in that The locking driving part includes a driving cylinder, and the end of the driving cylinder is connected to the locking post through a connecting rod. One end of the connecting rod is fixedly connected to the locking post, and the other end is hinged to the driving cylinder.

3. The locking mechanism for a foaming mold according to claim 2, characterized in that, The driving cylinder is connected with a mounting bracket for mounting the driving cylinder.

4. An automatic die change system, characterized in that, It includes a die change system, a die carrier system and a conveying system; The die change system includes a handling manipulator; The die carrier system includes a die carrier mechanism for placing the mold; The die carrier mechanism is provided with the locking mechanism according to any one of claims 1-3; The conveying system is used for the loading and unloading of the foaming mold.

5. An automatic die change system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The conveying system includes a conveyor line, and the conveyor line includes a support frame, and a conveying mechanism is provided on the support frame.

6. An automatic die change system according to claim 4, wherein, The die change system further includes an open mold manipulator connected to the die carrier mechanism.

Citation Information

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  • Foaming production line and use method thereof

    CN116476306A

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