Automatic code pasting system

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automatic labeling, and discloses an automatic code pasting system which is characterized in that a worktable is arranged at the side part of an injection molding machine; the positioning jig is arranged at the top of the worktable; the feeder is arranged at the top of the worktable; the robot comprises a robot body and a robot jig, the robot jig comprises a connecting plate, a first material taking assembly, a second material taking assembly and a code scanning assembly, the connecting plate is fixedly connected to the robot body, and the first material taking assembly, the second material taking assembly and the code scanning assembly are arranged on the connecting plate at intervals; the first material taking assembly is used for taking down a product to be subjected to code pasting from the injection molding machine, carrying the product to the positioning jig and taking away the product subjected to code pasting from the positioning jig; the second material taking assembly is used for taking down the stripped two-dimensional code from the feeder and pasting the stripped two-dimensional code on a product to be subjected to code pasting; and the code scanning assembly is used for scanning the pasted two-dimensional code. The automatic code pasting system is high in code pasting efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automatic labeling of products, in particular to a robot fixture, a robot and an automatic labeling system. Background Art

[0002] In order to better distinguish and mark the products, it is usually necessary to set up an automatic coding system after the punching nozzle next to the injection molding machine to complete the QR code sticking and QR code scanning process of the products.

[0003] Traditional automatic labeling systems typically include a positioning jig to position the product, a feeder to strip the QR code, a transfer mechanism to remove the QR code from the feeder for labeling, and a scanning mechanism to scan the QR code. The transfer mechanism occupies a large space due to its large range of motion. However, due to the limited space where the injection molding machine is located, traditional automatic labeling systems are often not suitable for implementation. Therefore, manual labeling followed by QR code scanning is often used, which is inefficient. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides an automatic code sticking system to solve the problem of low efficiency of manual operation.

[0005] The utility model provides an automatic code sticking system, comprising:

[0006] A work table is provided on the side of the injection molding machine;

[0007] A positioning jig is provided on top of the work table and is used to position the product produced by the injection molding machine;

[0008] A feeder is provided on the top of the work table and is used for stripping the QR code;

[0009] The robot is arranged on the side of the injection molding machine, and includes a robot body and a robot jig. The robot jig includes a connecting plate, a first material picking component, a second material picking component and a code scanning component. The connecting plate is fixedly connected to the robot body, and the first material picking component, the second material picking component and the code scanning component are arranged at intervals on the connecting plate; the first material picking component is used to remove the product to be coded from the injection molding machine and transport it to the positioning jig, and to remove the coded product from the positioning jig; the second material picking component is used to remove the stripped QR code from the feeder and paste it on the product to be coded, and the code scanning component is used to scan the pasted QR code.

[0010] Beneficial effects: The feeder strips the QR code, and the first picking component, driven by the robot body, removes the product to be coded from the injection molding machine and transports it to the positioning fixture for positioning and fixing. The second picking component, driven by the robot body, removes the stripped QR code from the feeder and pastes it on the product to be coded. The scanning component, driven by the robot body, scans the QR code on the coded product and uploads the scanning result. After the scanning, the first picking component, driven by the robot body, removes the coded product from the positioning fixture and transports it to the next process on the assembly line, so as to realize fully automatic operations such as picking, coding, and scanning, with high efficiency. If there are products with missing QR codes or products whose QR codes cannot be scanned, the first picking component can also pick out defective products and place them separately. The robot body is a robot originally used to transport products next to the injection molding machine. By installing a robot fixture on the robot body, the robot fixture includes a first material picking component, a second material picking component and a code scanning component. The robot and the work table cooperate to realize fully automatic operations such as picking, coding, and scanning. The overall structure is simplified by reducing the QR code transplanting mechanism of the traditional automatic coding system, and the space occupied by the automatic coding system is reduced. The automatic coding system occupies a small overall space, is flexible and convenient, is less restricted by the site where the injection molding machine is located, has a low investment cost, and has a wide range of applications.

[0011] In an optional embodiment, the first picking component includes a suction cup, which is arranged on the connecting plate and is used to suck the product.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, the second material picking component includes a suction head, which is arranged on the connecting plate and is used to suck the stripped QR code.

[0013] In an optional embodiment, a vacuum device and a control valve are further included, and the control valve is connected to the vacuum device, the suction cup and the suction head respectively through three air pipes.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, the robot fixture further includes a power mechanism, which is fixedly connected to the connecting plate; and a power output end of the power mechanism is connected to the second material picking assembly.

[0015] Beneficial effects: The power mechanism can provide power for the second picking component to move relative to the connecting plate, so that when the second picking component needs to pick up the QR code, the second picking component can be driven to extend to facilitate the picking up of the QR code; when the first picking component is picking up the material, the second picking component can be driven to retract to avoid the second picking component interfering with the product picked up by the first picking component.

[0016] In an optional embodiment, the power mechanism is a cylinder.

[0017] In an optional embodiment, the code scanning component includes:

[0018] a first fixing plate connected to an end of the connecting plate away from the robot body;

[0019] The barcode scanner is connected to the first fixing plate.

[0020] Beneficial effect: The barcode scanner is connected to the end of the connecting plate away from the robot body, which can not only expand the scanning range of the barcode scanner but also avoid interference with the robot body.

[0021] In an optional embodiment, the second material picking component is arranged between the first material picking component and the code scanner.

[0022] In an optional embodiment, the robot fixture further includes a second fixing plate, which is fixedly connected to the robot body and vertically connected to one end of the connecting plate.

[0023] Beneficial effect: The second fixing plate is vertically connected to one end of the connecting plate to facilitate the leading out of the connecting plate, and to facilitate the separation of the first material picking component, the second material picking component and the code scanning component from the robot body to avoid interference.

[0024] In an optional embodiment, a controller is further included, which is communicatively connected to the feeder and the robot; the work table includes a first desktop, a bracket and a second desktop, the first desktop is connected to the top of the bracket, the second desktop is connected to the bracket, and is spaced apart at the bottom of the first desktop, the positioning fixture and the feeder are both arranged on the first desktop, and the controller is arranged on the second desktop.

[0025] In an optional embodiment, a foot cup is connected to the bottom of the work table.

[0026] In an optional embodiment, the bottom of the work table is connected to a roller, and the roller is provided with a fixing lock. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a partial schematic diagram of an automatic code affixing system according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a robot fixture of an automatic coding system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a feeder of an automatic coding system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a positioning fixture of an automatic coding system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Description of reference numerals:

[0033] 1. Work table; 11. First desktop; 12. Bracket; 13. Second desktop; 14. Foot cup; 15. Roller; 2. Positioning fixture; 3. Feeder; 31. QR code roll fixing shaft; 32. QR code release paper rewinding shaft; 33. Pressing cylinder; 34. Stripping plate; 35. Operation screen; 4. Connecting plate; 5. First material picking assembly; 6. Second material picking assembly; 7. Barcode scanning assembly; 71. First fixed plate; 72. Barcode scanner; 8. Power mechanism; 9. Second fixed plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0035] The following combination Figures 1 to 4 , describing the embodiments of the present utility model.

[0036] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automatic code sticking system is provided, comprising a work table 1, a positioning fixture 2, a feeder 3, and a robot; the work table 1 is arranged on the side of the injection molding machine; the positioning fixture 2 is arranged on the top of the work table 1, and is used to position the product produced by the injection molding machine; the feeder 3 is arranged on the top of the work table 1, and is used to strip the QR code; the robot is arranged on the side of the injection molding machine, and comprises a robot body and a robot fixture, and the robot fixture comprises a connecting plate 4, a first picking component 5, a second picking component 6 and a code scanning component 7, and the connecting plate 4 is fixedly connected to the On the robot body, the first material picking component 5, the second material picking component 6 and the code scanning component 7 are arranged at intervals on the connecting plate 4; the first material picking component 5 is used to remove the product to be coded from the injection molding machine and transport it to the positioning fixture 2, and to remove the coded product from the positioning fixture 2; the second material picking component 6 is used to remove the stripped QR code from the feeder 3 and paste it on the product to be coded, and the code scanning component 7 is used to scan the pasted QR code; the automatic coding system also includes a controller, which is arranged inside the work table 1 and is communicated with both the feeder 3 and the robot.

[0037] Under the control of the controller, the feeder 3 strips the QR code. The first material-picking component 5, driven by the robot body, removes the product to be coded from the injection molding machine and transports it to the positioning fixture 2 for positioning and fixing. The second material-picking component 6, driven by the robot body, removes the stripped QR code from the feeder 3 and pastes it on the product to be coded. The scanning component, driven by the robot body, scans the QR code on the coded product. After the scanning is completed, the first material-picking component 5, driven by the robot body, removes the coded product from the positioning fixture 2 to realize fully automatic operations such as material picking, coding, and scanning, with high efficiency. Under the control of the controller, the feeder 3 strips the QR code. The first retrieving assembly 5, driven by the robot body, removes the product to be coded from the injection molding machine and transports it to the positioning jig 2 for positioning and fixation. The second retrieving assembly 6, driven by the robot body, removes the stripped QR code from the feeder 3 and affixes it to the product to be coded. The scanning assembly, driven by the robot body, scans the QR code on the coded product and uploads the scan results to the controller. After the scan, the first retrieving assembly 5, driven by the robot body, removes the coded product from the positioning jig 2 and transports it to the next process in the assembly line, achieving fully automated and efficient operations of retrieving, coding, and scanning. If a product has a missing QR code or cannot be scanned, the first retrieving assembly 5 can also sort out defective products and sort them for display. The feeder 3 and positioning jig 2 are located on top of the work table 1, and the controller is hidden inside the work table 1, improving the space utilization of the work table 1. The robot body is a robot originally used to transport products next to the injection molding machine. By installing a robot fixture on the robot body, the robot fixture includes a first material picking component 5, a second material picking component 6 and a code scanning component 7. The robot and the work table 1 cooperate to realize fully automatic operations such as picking, coding, and scanning. The overall structure is simplified by reducing the QR code transplanting mechanism of the traditional automatic coding system, and the space occupied by the automatic coding system is reduced, so that the automatic coding system occupies a small space as a whole, is flexible and convenient, is less restricted by the site where the injection molding machine is located, has a low investment cost, and has a wide range of applications.

[0038] Specifically, the connecting plate 4 can be used to separate and connect the first picking assembly 5, the second picking assembly 6, and the code scanning assembly 7. The connecting plate 4 can be used to install the first picking assembly 5, the second picking assembly 6, and the code scanning assembly 7 together on the robot body, eliminating the need to modify the robot body and adapting it to the robot originally used for product handling next to the injection molding machine. Preferably, the robot body can be a six-axis robot.

[0039] Specifically, the feeder 3 includes a QR code roll fixing shaft 31, a QR code release paper winding shaft 32, a pressing cylinder 33, a stripping plate 34 and an operating screen 35. The operating screen 35 can control the stripping operation of the feeder 3. The pressing cylinder 33 and the stripping plate 34 strip the QR code on the QR code roll. The stripped QR code release paper is rolled up by the QR code release paper winding shaft 32, and the stripped QR code is taken away by the second material taking component 6.

[0040] Specifically, the product in this embodiment can be a bottom shell. After the nozzle is punched on the injection molding machine, the bottom shell can be removed by the first material removal assembly 5 driven by the robot body and transported to the positioning jig 2, where it is positioned and fixed. The product being transported can be covered on the positioning jig 2, and the shape of the positioning jig 2 can match the shape of the product to prevent the product from moving on the positioning jig 2.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the connecting plate 4 is fixedly connected to the end of the robot body.

[0042] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the communication connection includes an electrical connection through a wire, and also includes a wireless connection through WIFI, a cellular mobile network, etc.

[0043] In one embodiment, the first picking assembly 5 includes a suction cup, which is arranged on the connecting plate 4 and is used to suck the product.

[0044] The suction cup can be used to suck up the product, making it easier to pick up and transport the product without damaging the surface of the product during transportation.

[0045] Specifically, the first picking assembly 5 includes at least two suction cups, which can be spaced apart along the length and / or width of the positioning jig 2. In one preferred embodiment, the first picking assembly 5 includes four suction cups, three of which are spaced apart along the length of the positioning jig 2, and one suction cup and the suction cup located in the middle of the length are spaced apart along the width of the positioning jig 2. The height of the suction cups protruding from the connecting plate 4 can be uniform or can be adjusted based on the unevenness of the product surface.

[0046] As a convertible embodiment, the first picking component 5 may be a clamping claw that can be used to clamp the product.

[0047] In one embodiment, the second picking component 6 includes a suction head, which is arranged on the connecting plate 4 and is used to suck the two-dimensional code after stripping.

[0048] The suction head can be used to absorb the stripped QR code, which is convenient for picking up, transporting and pasting the QR code. At the same time, it will not cause damage to the QR code during the process of transporting and pasting.

[0049] Specifically, the second picking component 6 includes at least two suction heads, and the at least two suction heads can be distributed along the length direction and / or width direction of the two-dimensional code.

[0050] In one embodiment, a vacuum device and a control valve are further included. The control valve is connected to the vacuum device, the suction cup and the suction head through three air pipes respectively. The control valve and the vacuum device are both communicatively connected to the controller.

[0051] The vacuum equipment can generate negative pressure at the suction cup and suction head through the air pipe to facilitate the suction of products and QR codes; the setting of the control valve can control the on-off between the three air pipes to ensure that negative pressure is alternately generated at the suction cup and suction head to avoid the suction of the QR code being affected by the simultaneous generation of negative pressure at the suction cup and suction head; it can also ensure that the suction cup and suction head are connected at the same time through the same vacuum equipment.

[0052] Specifically, the vacuum device may be a vacuum pump.

[0053] In one embodiment, the robotic fixture further includes a power mechanism 8 , which is fixedly connected to the connecting plate 4 and is in communication with the controller; a power output end of the power mechanism 8 is connected to the second material picking assembly 6 .

[0054] The power mechanism 8 can provide power for the second picking component 6 to move relative to the connecting plate 4, so that when the second picking component 6 needs to pick up the QR code, the second picking component 6 can be driven to extend to facilitate the picking up of the QR code; and when the first picking component 5 is picking up the material, the second picking component 6 can be driven to retract to avoid the second picking component 6 from interfering with the product picked up by the first picking component 5.

[0055] In one embodiment, the power mechanism 8 is a cylinder. As a convertible embodiment, the power mechanism 8 can also be a linear motor.

[0056] In one embodiment, the code scanning assembly 7 includes a first fixing plate 71 and a code scanner 72; the first fixing plate 71 is connected to the end of the connecting plate 4 away from the robot body; the code scanner 72 is connected to the first fixing plate 71 and is communicated with the controller.

[0057] The barcode scanner 72 is connected to the end of the connecting plate 4 away from the end of the robot body, which can not only expand the scanning range of the barcode scanner 72 but also avoid interference with the robot body.

[0058] In a preferred embodiment, the first fixing plate 71 is connected to an end of the connecting plate 4 away from the end of the robot body.

[0059] Furthermore, the barcode scanner 72 is rotatably connected to the first fixing plate 71 to facilitate adjustment of the scanning range of the barcode scanner 72 .

[0060] In one embodiment, the second picking component 6 is disposed between the first picking component 5 and the code scanner 72 .

[0061] The first material picking component 5 and the code scanner 72 are separated from each other to avoid interference; the second material picking component 6 is close to the code scanner 72 to facilitate scanning after the code is attached.

[0062] In one embodiment, the robot fixture further includes a second fixing plate 9 , which is fixedly connected to the robot body and vertically connected to one end of the connecting plate 4 .

[0063] The second fixing plate 9 is vertically connected to one end of the connecting plate 4 to facilitate the leading out of the connecting plate 4 and to facilitate the separation of the first material picking component 5, the second material picking component 6 and the code scanning component 7 from the robot body to avoid interference.

[0064] In a preferred embodiment, the second fixing plate 9 is fixedly connected to the coupling flange at the end of the robot body.

[0065] In one embodiment, the work table 1 includes a first desktop 11, a bracket 12 and a second desktop 13. The first desktop 11 is connected to the top of the bracket 12, the second desktop 13 is connected to the bracket 12, and is spaced apart at the bottom of the first desktop 11. The positioning fixture 2 and the feeder 3 are both arranged on the first desktop 11, and the controller is arranged on the second desktop 13.

[0066] Feeder 3 and positioning fixture 2 are mounted on first tabletop 11 to facilitate product removal, positioning, and product labeling. The controller is mounted on second tabletop 13, concealing and protecting it while improving space utilization on workbench 1. Bracket 12 facilitates operation, removal, and storage of the controller on second tabletop 13.

[0067] In this embodiment, the controller may be a computer.

[0068] In one embodiment, a foot cup 14 is connected to the bottom of the work table 1. The foot cup 14 increases the stability of the work table 1 and prevents the work table 1 from shaking.

[0069] In one embodiment, the bottom of the work table 1 is connected to a roller 15, and a fixed lock is provided on the roller 15. The roller 15 can facilitate the movement of the work table 1, and the fixed lock can lock the work table 1 after it moves to a corresponding position, further enhancing the stability of the work table 1.

[0070] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art may make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations shall fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An automatic coding system, characterized in that: include: A work table (1) is arranged on the side of the injection molding machine; A positioning jig (2) is provided on top of the work table (1) and is used for positioning products produced by the injection molding machine; A feeder (3) is provided on the top of the work table (1) and is used for stripping the QR code; The robot is arranged on the side of the injection molding machine, and includes a robot body and a robot jig. The robot jig includes a connecting plate (4), a first material picking component (5), a second material picking component (6) and a code scanning component (7). The connecting plate (4) is fixedly connected to the robot body, and the first material picking component (5), the second material picking component (6) and the code scanning component (7) are arranged at intervals on the connecting plate (4); the first material picking component (5) is used to remove the product to be coded from the injection molding machine and transport it to the positioning jig (2), and to remove the coded product from the positioning jig (2); the second material picking component (6) is used to remove the stripped QR code from the feeder (3) and paste it on the product to be coded, and the code scanning component (7) is used to scan the pasted QR code.

2. The automatic code sticking system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first material taking component (5) comprises a suction cup, which is arranged on the connecting plate (4) and is used for sucking the product.

3. The automatic code sticking system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second material taking component (6) comprises a suction head, which is arranged on the connecting plate (4) and is used for sucking the stripped QR code.

4. The automatic code sticking system according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a vacuum device and a control valve, and the control valve is connected to the vacuum device, the suction cup and the suction head respectively through three air pipes.

5. The automatic code sticking system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The robot fixture further comprises a power mechanism (8), which is fixedly connected to the connecting plate (4); a power output end of the power mechanism (8) is connected to the second material-retrieving assembly (6).

6. The automatic code sticking system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The power mechanism (8) is a cylinder.

7. The automatic code sticking system according to any one of claims 1 to 4 or 6, characterized in that: The code scanning component (7) includes: A first fixing plate (71) connected to an end of the connecting plate (4) away from the robot body; The code scanner (72) is connected to the first fixing plate (71).

8. The automatic code sticking system according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second material taking component (6) is arranged between the first material taking component (5) and the code scanner (72).

9. The automatic code sticking system according to any one of claims 1 to 4 or 6 or 8, characterized in that: The robot fixture further comprises a second fixing plate (9), which is fixedly connected to the robot body and vertically connected to one end of the connecting plate (4).

10. The automatic code sticking system according to any one of claims 1 to 4 or 6 or 8, characterized in that: The system further comprises a controller which is communicatively connected to the feeder (3) and the robot; the work table (1) comprises a first desktop (11), a bracket (12) and a second desktop (13), wherein the first desktop (11) is connected to the top of the bracket (12), the second desktop (13) is connected to the bracket (12) and is spaced apart at the bottom of the first desktop (11), the positioning fixture (2) and the feeder (3) are both arranged on the first desktop (11), and the controller is arranged on the second desktop (13); And / or, the bottom of the work table (1) is connected to a foot cup (14); And / or, the bottom of the work table (1) is connected to a roller (15), and the roller (15) is provided with a fixing lock.

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