Carton smoke tracking and monitoring device for multi-channel carton sealing machine

Abstract

The utility model provides a box smoke tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel box sealing machine. The box smoke tracking and monitoring device comprises a PLC control module, a sensing module, a display module and an alarm module, the multi-channel carton sealing machine is electrically connected with the PLC control module; the sensing module comprises a plurality of sensors, and the sensors are arranged at all stations of the multi-channel carton sealing machine respectively. The signal output end of each sensor is electrically connected with the PLC control module. The display module and the alarm module are electrically connected with the PLC control module. According to the multi-channel carton sealing machine, the sensors are arranged at all the stations of the multi-channel carton sealing machine, the display module is used for displaying in a centralized mode, the working conditions of all the working procedures in the carton cigarette production process and the source channels of the carton cigarettes in the carton cigarettes can be accurately tracked, and therefore the sorting precision and efficiency are improved; in addition, when abnormal cigarette boxes are recognized, the automatic cigarette box recognition device automatically stops and gives an alarm, and the automation degree and the product quality control capacity of a tobacco packaging production line are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of tobacco packaging equipment, and more specifically, to a box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine. Background Art

[0002] A cartoning machine is a fully automatic equipment for packing cigarette strips into boxes. Most of the existing cartoning machines are multi-channel. For example, the latest YP18D six-channel cartoning machine integrates the latest packing and cartoning process technologies and the mainstream automatic control system, and has many advantages such as flexibility, multi-function, compact structure, advanced technology, and reliable process flow. It can effectively solve the problems of backward technical equipment and high failure rate of the existing equipment in the factory.

[0003] As an important equipment on the tobacco production line, the high efficiency and stability of the YP18D six-channel cartoning machine are crucial for improving production efficiency and product quality. However, the YP18D six-channel cartoning machine has multiple sorting channels. Most of the existing cartoning machines often lack a detailed information tracking and display function at the box cigarette outlet, and it is necessary to manually identify the source channel of the cigarette strips in the box cigarette, which is time-consuming and laborious. Moreover, the alarm mechanism for problem box cigarettes is not perfect enough, which easily leads to unqualified products flowing into the subsequent processes and affecting product quality.

[0004] A piece cigarette sorting system and a piece cigarette sorting and conveying line are disclosed in the prior art to optimize the structure of the piece cigarette sorting system. The piece cigarette sorting system includes a sorting channel, a plurality of scanners, and a triggering device. The sorting channel is configured to convey piece cigarettes. The scanning areas of the respective scanners are independent of each other and cover different areas in the width direction of the sorting channel. The scanners are adjacent to the sorting channel. The triggering device is installed on the sorting channel and is electrically connected to each scanner. Among them, the triggering device is configured to start the scanner to work after being triggered by a piece cigarette. Although the solution of the prior art can expand the scanning range of the scanner and improve the sorting efficiency, this solution can only identify whether the box cigarette is a normal box cigarette or a problem box cigarette. When facing a cartoning machine with multiple sorting channels, it lacks a centralized data display means, cannot accurately track the source channel of each cigarette strip in the box cigarette, has low monitoring accuracy, and lacks an effective alarm means. Summary of the Utility Model

[0005] In order to overcome the defects of the lack of detailed information tracking and display function and perfect alarm mechanism in the multi-channel cartoning machine in the above-mentioned prior art, the utility model provides a box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine, which can display the box cigarette information of each sorting channel in real time, and at the same time realize triggering shutdown alarm when the problem box cigarette reaches the outlet, so as to improve the automation degree of the production line and the product quality control ability.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the technical solution of the utility model is as follows:

[0007] A box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine, comprising: a PLC control module, a sensing module, a display module and an alarm module;

[0008] The multi-channel cartoning machine is electrically connected to the PLC control module, and the PLC control module controls the start and stop of the multi-channel cartoning machine;

[0009] The sensing module includes a plurality of sensors, and the sensors are respectively arranged at each working station of the multi-channel cartoning machine; the signal output ends of each sensor are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module;

[0010] The display module and the alarm module are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module. The display module is used to display the information obtained by all sensors in real time; the alarm module is used to give an alarm when the PLC control module detects abnormal data sent by the sensors, and at the same time the PLC control module controls the multi-channel cartoning machine to stop.

[0011] Preferably, the device further includes a coding module, and the coding module is electrically connected to the PLC control module. The coding module is used to number each working station of the multi-channel cartoning machine. By numbering each working station and combining the sensors corresponding to the working stations, it is possible to further accurately track the working conditions of each process in the production process of box cigarettes and the source channels of the cigarettes in the box cigarettes, thereby improving the sorting accuracy and efficiency.

[0012] Preferably, the working stations of the multi-channel cartoning machine include: a plurality of stacking stations respectively corresponding to and connected to a plurality of sorting channels, a plurality of cigarette stack transplanting stations, a plurality of cartoning stations and a plurality of box cigarette outlet stations.

[0013] Preferably, the sensor includes a photoelectric switch for detecting whether the box cigarettes at each working station are in place.

[0014] Preferably, the photoelectric switch is specifically a reflective photoelectric switch.

[0015] Preferably, the sensor further includes a barcode scanner connected to the photoelectric switch, which is used to scan the barcode on the box cigarettes after the photoelectric switch detects that the box cigarettes are in place, collect the box cigarette information and send it to the PLC control module.

[0016] Preferably, the display module is specifically a touch screen display, which is used to display in real time the wrapper machine number of the cigarettes in the current carton, the sorting source channel number, and the bin number of the cigarette carton; in the present invention, the content displayed by the display module comes from the synergistic effect of sensor signals and encoder signals. The sensor signals at each station are used to monitor the trigger signals of the cigarette stacks. These signals are combined with the encoder signals to jointly achieve the shift control of the cigarette stacks; when the sensor detects that the cigarette stack reaches a certain specific position, it sends a signal to the internal program. The internal program generates a precise cigarette stack shift instruction based on this signal and the position information provided by the encoder. Additionally, by combining the encoder signals with the sensor signals at each station, the internal program of the device can accurately record the movement trajectory and position information of each cigarette stack. These information can be used to trace information such as the machine number, channel number, and bin number of the carton of cigarettes, thereby achieving comprehensive monitoring and management of the production process and realizing the traceability function of the cigarette stacks.

[0017] Preferably, the display module is specifically a liquid crystal display screen.

[0018] Preferably, the alarm module is specifically an audible and visual alarm.

[0019] Preferably, the multi-channel carton sealer is specifically a YP18D six-channel carton sealer.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the technical solution of the present utility model are:

[0021] The present utility model provides a carton of cigarettes tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel carton sealer, including: a PLC control module, a sensing module, a display module, and an alarm module; the multi-channel carton sealer is electrically connected to the PLC control module, and the PLC control module controls the start and stop of the multi-channel carton sealer; the sensing module includes several sensors, and the sensors are respectively arranged at each station of the multi-channel carton sealer; the signal output ends of each sensor are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module; the display module and the alarm module are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module, and the display module is used to display in real time the information obtained by all sensors; the alarm module is used to give an alarm when the PLC control module detects abnormal data sent by the sensors, and at the same time, the PLC control module controls the multi-channel carton sealer to stop.

[0022] By arranging sensors at each station of the multi-channel carton sealer and using the display module for centralized display, the present utility model can accurately track the working conditions of each process in the production process of the carton of cigarettes and the source channels of the cigarettes in the carton, thereby improving the sorting accuracy and efficiency; in addition, the present utility model has the functions of detecting faulty cartons of cigarettes and stopping and alarming. When an abnormal carton of cigarettes is identified, it automatically stops and alarms, reducing human errors and effectively improving the automation level and product quality control ability of the tobacco packaging production line. Description of the Drawings

[0023] Figure 1 It is a framework diagram of a box and cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine provided in Embodiment 1.

[0024] Figure 2 It is a framework diagram of a box and cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine provided in Embodiment 2.

[0025] Figure 3 It is a layout diagram of sensors in the YP18D six-channel cartoning machine provided in Embodiment 3. Specific implementation manners

[0026] The attached drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as a limitation to this patent;

[0027] To better illustrate this embodiment, some components in the attached drawings will be omitted, enlarged or reduced, which do not represent the dimensions of the actual product;

[0028] For those skilled in the art, it is understandable that some well-known structures and their descriptions in the attached drawings may be omitted.

[0029] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the attached drawings and embodiments.

[0030] Embodiment 1

[0031] As Figure 1 shown, this embodiment provides a box and cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine, including: a PLC control module 1, a sensing module 2, a display module 3, and an alarm module 4;

[0032] The multi-channel cartoning machine is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1, and the PLC control module 1 controls the start and stop of the multi-channel cartoning machine;

[0033] The sensing module 2 includes a plurality of sensors 21, and the sensors 21 are respectively arranged at each working station of the multi-channel cartoning machine; the signal output ends of each sensor 21 are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module 1;

[0034] The display module 3 and the alarm module 4 are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module 1. The display module 3 is used to display the information acquired by all sensors 21 in real time; the alarm module 4 is used to give an alarm when the PLC control module 1 detects abnormal data sent by the sensors 21, and at the same time, the PLC control module 1 controls the multi-channel cartoning machine to stop.

[0035] In the specific implementation process, first, the control end of the multi-channel cartoning machine is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1, and the PLC control module 1 is used to control the start and stop of the multi-channel cartoning machine;

[0036] Then, the sensors 21 are respectively set at each station of the multi-channel carton sealing machine, and the signal output end of each sensor 21 is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1;

[0037] The display module 3 and the alarm module 4 are electrically connected to the PLC control module 1 respectively;

[0038] The sensors 21 are used to collect information from each station of the multi-channel carton sealing machine in real time and send it to the PLC control module 1. The PLC control module 1 collects the information collected by all sensors 21 and sends it to the display module 3 for centralized display;

[0039] When the PLC control module 1 detects that the data sent by a certain sensor 21 is abnormal, it indicates that there is abnormal box smoke. At this time, the PLC control module 1 controls the alarm module 4 to issue an alarm, and at the same time, the PLC control module 1 controls the multi-channel box sealing machine to stop;

[0040] By installing sensors at various workstations of the multi-channel carton sealing machine and using a display module for centralized display, this device can accurately track the working conditions of each process in the box cigarette production process, as well as the source channel of the cigarette strips in the box cigarette, thereby improving sorting accuracy and efficiency. In addition, this device has the function of faulty box cigarette detection and shutdown alarm. When an abnormal box cigarette is identified, it will automatically shut down and alarm, reducing human errors and effectively improving the degree of automation and product quality control capabilities of the tobacco packaging production line.

[0041] Example 2

[0042] like Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment provides a case cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel case sealing machine, comprising: a PLC control module 1, a sensor module 2, a display module 3, an alarm module 4 and an encoding module 5;

[0043] The multi-channel carton sealing machine is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1, and the PLC control module 1 controls the start and stop of the multi-channel carton sealing machine;

[0044] The sensor module 2 includes a plurality of sensors 21, each of which is provided at each station of the multi-channel carton sealing machine; the signal output end of each sensor 21 is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1;

[0045] The display module 3 and the alarm module 4 are electrically connected to the PLC control module 1 respectively. The display module 3 is used to display the information obtained by all sensors 21 in real time; the alarm module 4 is used to issue an alarm when the PLC control module 1 detects that the data sent by the sensor 21 is abnormal, and the PLC control module 1 controls the multi-channel carton sealing machine to stop.

[0046] The encoding module 5 is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1. The encoding module 5 is used to number each station of the multi-channel case sealer. By numbering each station and combining with the sensors at the corresponding stations, it is possible to further accurately track the working conditions of each process during the production of case cigarettes, as well as the source channels of the cigarettes inside the case cigarettes, thereby improving the sorting accuracy and efficiency.

[0047] In the specific implementation process, first, the control end of the multi-channel case sealer is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1. The PLC control module 1 is used to control the start and stop of the multi-channel case sealer.

[0048] Then, the encoding module 5 is used to number each station. In this embodiment, the multi-channel case sealer includes processes such as cigarette stacking, box taking from the bin, pushing cigarettes into the stack, stack transfer, pushing cigarettes into the box, and case sealing and forming. When numbering and arranging the sensors 21, it should be determined which stations are key quality control points, and numbering and arrangement should be prioritized at these stations.

[0049] In this embodiment, the numbers of each station are determined by the sensors at each station. The encoder used in the equipment is an absolute encoder. An absolute encoder is a sensor that can directly output digital signals and can determine the current position without a reference point; this characteristic makes it very useful in occasions where precise position control is required; in the equipment, the absolute encoder is mainly used in the two processes of main drive and pushing cigarettes into the box to monitor the positions of the moving parts of the equipment.

[0050] Among them, for the main drive process, the absolute encoder can real-time monitor the position of the main drive components to ensure that the equipment runs according to the predetermined trajectory and speed; by combining with the internal program, the encoder signal can be used to precisely control the start, stop, and acceleration of the equipment; for the process of pushing cigarettes into the box, during the process of pushing cigarettes into the box, the absolute encoder can precisely control the moving distance and speed of the cigarette pushing mechanism to ensure that the cigarette stack can accurately and stably enter the box; the encoder signal can also be used to detect whether the cigarette pushing mechanism reaches the predetermined position, thereby triggering the next operation.

[0051] The sensors 21 are respectively arranged at the above-mentioned stations of the multi-channel case sealer, and the signal output ends of each sensor 21 are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module 1; in addition, at each station, multiple sets of sensors 21 can also be set to form a redundant configuration to improve the reliability of the system.

[0052] The display module 3 and the alarm module 4 are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module 1.

[0053] The sensors 21 are used to real-time collect the information at each station of the multi-channel case sealer and transmit it to the PLC control module 1.

[0054] Subsequently, the PLC control module 1 aggregates and fuses the information collected by all the sensors 21 and then sends it to the display module 3 for centralized display.

[0055] When the PLC control module 1 detects that the data sent by a certain sensor 21 is abnormal, it indicates that there is abnormal boxed cigarettes. At this time, the PLC control module 1 controls the alarm module 4 to give an audible and visual alarm, and at the same time, the PLC control module 1 controls the multi-channel cartoning machine to stop.

[0056] By setting sensors at each station of the multi-channel cartoning machine and using the display module for centralized display, this device can accurately track the working conditions of each process during the production process of boxed cigarettes and the source channels of the cigarettes inside the boxes, thereby improving the sorting accuracy and efficiency. In addition, this device has the function of detecting and stopping alarms for faulty boxed cigarettes. When abnormal boxed cigarettes are identified, it automatically stops and alarms, reducing human errors and effectively improving the automation level and product quality control ability of the tobacco packaging production line.

[0057] Embodiment 3

[0058] This embodiment provides a boxed cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine. The multi-channel cartoning machine is specifically a YP18D six-channel cartoning machine. The tracking and monitoring device includes: a PLC control module 1, a sensing module 2, a display module 3, an alarm module 4, and a coding module 5.

[0059] The multi-channel cartoning machine is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1, and the PLC control module 1 controls the start and stop of the multi-channel cartoning machine.

[0060] The sensing module 2 includes several sensors 21, and the sensors 21 are respectively arranged at each station of the multi-channel cartoning machine; the signal output ends of each sensor 21 are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module 1.

[0061] The display module 3 and the alarm module 4 are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module 1. The display module 3 is used to display in real time the information obtained by all the sensors 21; the alarm module 4 is used to give an alarm when the PLC control module 1 detects that the data sent by the sensor 21 is abnormal, and at the same time, the PLC control module 1 controls the multi-channel cartoning machine to stop.

[0062] The coding module 5 is electrically connected to the PLC control module 1. The coding module 5 is used to number each station of the multi-channel cartoning machine. By numbering each station and combining with the sensors at the corresponding stations, it can further accurately track the working conditions of each process during the production process of boxed cigarettes and the source channels of the cigarettes inside the boxes, thereby improving the sorting accuracy and efficiency.

[0063] The workstations of the multi-channel case sealer include: a number of stacking workstations, a number of cigarette stack transfer workstations, a number of case sealing workstations, and a number of case-cigarette export workstations, which are respectively and correspondingly connected to a number of sorting channels;

[0064] The sensor 21 includes a photoelectric switch for detecting whether the case-cigarettes at each workstation are in place; in this embodiment, the photoelectric switch is specifically a reflective photoelectric switch.

[0065] In this embodiment, the sensor 21 further includes a barcode scanner connected to the photoelectric switch, which is used to scan the barcode on the case-cigarette after the photoelectric switch detects that the case-cigarette is in place, collect the case-cigarette information and send it to the PLC control module 1;

[0066] The display module 3 is specifically a touch screen, a liquid crystal display screen or other types of display screens, or a projection device, etc., as long as it can realize the information display function, and there is no specific limitation here; in this embodiment, the display module 3 is used to display in real time the reel sealing machine number of the inner cigarettes in the current case-cigarette, the sorting source channel number, and the bin number of the cigarette case collected by the barcode scanner;

[0067] In this embodiment, the alarm module 4 is specifically an audible and visual alarm.

[0068] In the specific implementation process, first electrically connect the control end of the multi-channel case sealer to the PLC control module 1, and the PLC control module 1 is used to control the start and stop of the multi-channel case sealer;

[0069] Then use the coding module 5 to number each workstation. In this embodiment, the YP18D six-channel case sealer includes processes such as cigarette stacking, bin box taking, pushing cigarettes into the stack, cigarette stack transfer, pushing cigarettes into the box, and case sealing and forming. When numbering and arranging the sensor 21, it should be determined which workstations are key quality control points, and numbering and arrangement should be given priority to these workstations;

[0070] Such as Figure 3 As shown, the YP18D six-channel case sealer includes 6 sorting channels, 6 stacking workstations, 2 groups of cigarette stack transfer workstations, 2 groups of case sealing workstations, and 2 case-cigarette export channels; this embodiment mainly numbers and arranges the sensor 21 for the following workstations: 6 stacking workstations, 2 cigarette stack transfer workstations, 2 case sealing workstations, and 2 case-cigarette export workstations, which are respectively and correspondingly connected to 6 sorting channels;

[0071] The sensor 21 is respectively arranged at the above-mentioned workstations of the YP18D six-channel case sealer, and the signal output end of each sensor 21 is respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module 1; in addition, multiple sets of sensors 21 can also be set at each workstation to form a redundant configuration to improve the reliability of the system;

[0072] The display module 3 and the alarm module 4 are electrically connected to the PLC control module 1 respectively;

[0073] Sensors 21 are used to collect real-time information from each station of the YP18D six-channel carton sealing machine. The sensors 21 in this embodiment include a photoelectric switch and a barcode scanner connected in sequence, forming a modular, integrated configuration, allowing the sensors 21 to be quickly rearranged as needed. Specifically, a reflective photoelectric switch is first used to detect whether a box of cigarettes is in place at each station. When a box of cigarettes is in place, the barcode on the box of cigarettes is scanned with the barcode scanner to collect the box of cigarette information. Combined with the numbering of each station by the encoding module 5, the sealing machine number, sorting source channel number, and silo number of the cigarette box in the current box of cigarettes are obtained and transmitted to the PLC control module 1.

[0074] Then the PLC control module 1 aggregates and fuses the information collected by all sensors 21 and sends it to the display module 3 for centralized display;

[0075] When the PLC control module 1 detects that the data sent by a certain sensor 21 is abnormal, it indicates that there is abnormal box smoke. At this time, the PLC control module 1 controls the alarm module 4 to issue an audible and visual alarm, and at the same time, the PLC control module 1 controls the multi-channel box sealing machine to stop;

[0076] By installing sensors at various workstations of the multi-channel carton sealing machine and using a display module for centralized display, this device can accurately track the working conditions of each process in the box cigarette production process, as well as the source channel of the cigarette strips in the box cigarette, thereby improving sorting accuracy and efficiency. In addition, this device has the function of faulty box cigarette detection and shutdown alarm. When an abnormal box cigarette is identified, it will automatically shut down and alarm, reducing human errors and effectively improving the degree of automation and product quality control capabilities of the tobacco packaging production line.

[0077] The same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components;

[0078] The terms used in the drawings to describe positional relationships are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent;

[0079] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation methods of the present invention. A person skilled in the art will be able to make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine, characterized in that, Including: A PLC control module (1), a sensing module (2), a display module (3), and an alarm module (4); The multi-channel cartoning machine is electrically connected to the PLC control module (1), and the PLC control module (1) controls the start and stop of the multi-channel cartoning machine; The sensing module (2) includes a number of sensors (21), and the sensors (21) are respectively arranged at each working station of the multi-channel cartoning machine; the signal output ends of each sensor (21) are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module (1); The display module (3) and the alarm module (4) are respectively electrically connected to the PLC control module (1), and the display module (3) is used to display in real time the information obtained by all sensors (21); the alarm module (4) is used to give an alarm when the PLC control module (1) detects abnormal data sent by the sensors (21), and at the same time the PLC control module (1) controls the multi-channel cartoning machine to stop.

2. The box-cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine according to claim 1, wherein The device further includes a coding module (5), and the coding module (5) is electrically connected to the PLC control module (1), and the coding module (5) is used to number each working station of the multi-channel cartoning machine.

3. The carton cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel carton sealer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The working stations of the multi-channel cartoning machine include: a number of stacking stations respectively corresponding to and connected to a number of sorting channels, a number of cigarette stack transplanting stations, a number of cartoning stations, and a number of boxed cigarette outlet stations.

4. The box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel case sealer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensor (21) includes a photoelectric switch for detecting whether the boxed cigarettes at each working station are in place.

5. The box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel case sealer according to claim 4, characterized in that, The photoelectric switch is specifically a reflective photoelectric switch.

6. The box and cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sensor (21) further includes a barcode scanner connected to the photoelectric switch, which is used to scan the barcode on the boxed cigarettes after the photoelectric switch detects that the boxed cigarettes are in place, collect the boxed cigarette information and send it to the PLC control module (1).

7. The box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel case sealer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display module (3) is specifically a touch screen display.

8. The box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel case sealer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display module (3) is specifically a liquid crystal display.

9. The box cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel case sealer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The alarm module (4) is specifically an audible and visual alarm.

10. A case cigarette tracking and monitoring device for a multi-channel cartoning machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The multi-channel cartoning machine is specifically a YP18D six-channel cartoning machine.

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