Instant printing and labeling machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses an instant printing and labeling machine which comprises a workbench and a label printing station fixedly installed on the workbench, the side edge of the label printing station is provided with a labeling mechanism capable of ascending and descending along the Z axis, and the labeling mechanism comprises a label taking and labeling mechanical arm capable of extending and retracting along the X axis and the Y axis. The initial position of the label taking and pasting mechanical arm is close to a label outlet of the label printing station and located on the same plane with the label outlet. According to the utility model, the required label is automatically printed by the label printing station, and the height position change of the label taking and pasting manipulator is realized by arranging the liftable labeling mechanism, so that the printed label is pasted at different positions to be labeled by the label taking and pasting manipulator which can move along the X axis and the Y axis; and the labeling position is automatically adjusted according to setting while printing and pasting are realized, so that automatic labeling of a plurality of different positions is completed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of labeling machines, in particular to an instant printing labeling machine. Background Art

[0002] Many products need to be labeled after packaging. Traditional labeling is usually done manually, that is, first use a label printer to print out all the labels to be used, and then manually stick them one by one on the corresponding packaging. This is not only labor-intensive and labor-costly, but also has poor labeling accuracy and low efficiency. Later, some fully automatic labeling machines appeared on the market. Although they can realize fully automatic labeling of products, they still need to use a printer to print out all the labels before labeling. Then, the printed label material rolls need to be moved to the feeder of the automatic labeling machine before labeling can begin. The labeling machine needs to spend a long time waiting for the printer to print out all the labels before automatically labeling, resulting in a long production cycle, low production efficiency and low production capacity.

[0003] The Chinese utility model with authorization announcement number CN 207773693 U discloses a fully automatic instant printing and labeling machine, including a chassis, a printing and labeling mechanism, a printer control panel, an industrial computer, an upper and lower adjustment handwheel, a control electrical box and a product conveying mechanism. The printing and labeling mechanism includes a barcode printer, a label picking and labeling robot and a left and right adjustment handwheel. The label printing and labeling operations can be carried out simultaneously, and the entire operation process is intelligently controlled. It can print labels with different data information according to customer requirements and is easy to use. Although this labeling machine has achieved instant printing and labeling, the relative position of the barcode printer and the label picking and labeling robot can only be manually adjusted by handwheel before work. During actual work, the position between the two is relatively fixed, and only one specific position can be labeled. If labels need to be attached to multiple positions, more labeling machines need to be added, which firstly increases the cost and secondly takes up a relatively large space. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to address the deficiencies of the existing technology and to propose an instant printing and labeling machine, which can realize instant printing and labeling and automatically adjust the labeling position according to the settings to complete automatic labeling at multiple different positions.

[0005] The technical solution to achieve the purpose of this utility model is:

[0006] An instant printing and labeling machine includes a workbench and a printing station fixedly installed on the workbench. The side of the printing station is provided with a labeling mechanism that can be raised and lowered along the Z axis. The labeling mechanism includes a label picking and labeling robot that can be extended and retracted along the X axis and the Y axis. The initial position of the label picking and labeling robot is adjacent to the label outlet of the printing station and is located in the same plane as the label outlet.

[0007] Furthermore, a lifting module is fixedly provided on the workbench, and the labeling mechanism is fixedly connected to a slider of the lifting module.

[0008] Furthermore, a support base plate is fixedly installed on the bottom of the labeling mechanism, and a plurality of connection holes are provided in the longitudinal direction on the support base plate and the slider of the lifting module, and fastening screws are provided in the connection holes.

[0009] Furthermore, an oblique support rod is fixedly connected between the lower part of the lifting module and the workbench.

[0010] Furthermore, the labeling mechanism includes a base fixedly connected to the slider of the lifting module, and a first linear drive mechanism is fixedly installed on the base. The output end of the first linear drive mechanism is horizontally arranged along the Y axis and is provided with a connecting block. The second linear drive mechanism is fixedly installed on the connecting block. The output end of the second linear drive mechanism is arranged along the X axis and is fixedly connected to the label picking and labeling robot.

[0011] Furthermore, a linear guide rail assembly is provided parallel to the side of the first linear drive mechanism, and the slider and the guide rail of the first linear drive mechanism are fixedly connected to the base and the connecting block respectively.

[0012] Furthermore, a cover shell is fixedly connected to the base and covers the first linear drive mechanism and the linear guide rail assembly.

[0013] Furthermore, the first linear drive mechanism and the second linear drive mechanism are both cylinders.

[0014] Furthermore, a buffer device is provided between the connecting block and the output end of the first linear drive mechanism.

[0015] Furthermore, the buffer device includes a fixed block fixedly connected to the connecting block and the guide rail, the output end of the first linear drive mechanism is coaxially fixed with a connecting rod, the fixed block is provided with a step hole along the driving direction of the first linear drive mechanism, the connecting rod gap passes through the step hole and the end is fixed with a limited locking bolt, the head end of the connecting rod is provided with an annular protrusion, and a spring sleeved on the connecting rod is provided to limit the position between the annular protrusion and the step of the step hole.

[0016] Furthermore, the label taking and labeling robot is a vacuum labeling palm, and the front end surface of the vacuum labeling palm is covered with evenly distributed suction holes.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] (1) The utility model automatically prints the required labels at the printing station, and realizes the height position change of the label picking and labeling robot by setting a liftable labeling mechanism, so that the printed labels are attached to the places to be labeled at different positions by the label picking and labeling robot that can move along the X-axis and Y-axis. While realizing the instant printing and labeling, the labeling position is automatically adjusted according to the setting, and automatic labeling at multiple different positions is completed.

[0019] (2) The utility model realizes automatic height adjustment of the labeling robot through the lifting module, with a simple structure and high positioning accuracy.

[0020] (3) The utility model securely connects the support base plate to the slider of the lifting module by fastening screws penetrating the connection holes, which facilitates adjustment of the initial position of the support base plate and is easy to use.

[0021] (4) The utility model improves the installation structure stability of the lifting module by providing an oblique support rod.

[0022] (5) The utility model drives the labeling robot to move forward and backward and left and right through the first linear drive mechanism and the second linear drive mechanism, thereby completing automatic extension and retraction and having a simple structure.

[0023] (6) The labeling mechanism of the present invention is provided with a linear guide assembly on the side of the first linear drive mechanism to provide guidance for the forward and backward movement of the label picking and labeling robot, making the telescopic movement of the label picking and labeling robot more stable.

[0024] (7) The labeling mechanism of the present invention is provided with a cover to prevent dust and foreign matter from falling on the linear guide rail assembly and affecting the normal extension and retraction of the labeling robot.

[0025] (8) The utility model adopts a cylinder as a linear drive mechanism, which has a simple structure, quick action response and is easy to control.

[0026] (9) The present invention provides a buffer device to prevent the labeling robot from making hard contact with the package to be labeled, thereby avoiding damage to the package caused by impact.

[0027] (10) The utility model adopts a vacuum label palm covered with suction holes as a label taking and labeling robot, which can more reliably absorb the label. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to make the content of the utility model easier to understand, the utility model is further described in detail below based on specific embodiments and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0029] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional diagram of the utility model;

[0030] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the lifting module and the workbench of the utility model;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the labeling mechanism 3 of the present invention (the cover is not shown in the figure).

[0032] The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings are:

[0033] Workbench 1, label printing station 2, labeling mechanism 3, label picking and labeling robot 3-1, base 3-2, first linear drive mechanism 3-3, connecting block 3-4, second linear drive mechanism 3-5, linear guide rail assembly 3-6, cover 3-7, buffer device 3-8, lifting module 4, diagonal support rod 5, support seat plate 6, connecting hole 7. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] In order to better understand the above technical solution, the above technical solution will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0035] (Example 1)

[0036] like Figures 1 to 3 The instant printing and labeling machine shown includes a workbench 1, a printing station 2 and a labeling mechanism 3, wherein the printing station 2 is fixedly installed on the workbench 1 and is used to automatically print the required labels. The labeling mechanism 3 is arranged on the side of the printing station 2 and can be raised and lowered along the Z axis, including a label picking and labeling robot 3-1 that can be retracted along the X axis and the Y axis. The initial position of the label picking and labeling robot 3-1 is adjacent to the label outlet of the printing station 2 and is located in the same plane as the label outlet, so that the printed labels are delivered to the places to be labeled at different positions. While realizing instant printing and labeling, the labeling position is automatically adjusted according to the setting to complete automatic labeling at multiple different positions.

[0037] Specifically, the label printing station 2 uses a Zebra industrial printer, model ZE521. A lifting module 4 is fixedly provided on the workbench 1, and the labeling mechanism 3 is fixedly connected to the slider of the lifting module 3 to achieve up and down lifting, considering that the labeling mechanism 3 has a certain weight. In order to improve the stability of the overall structure, this embodiment has a diagonal support rod 5 fixedly connected between the lower part of the lifting module 4 and the workbench 1, thereby improving the stability of the overall structure. A support base plate 6 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the labeling mechanism 3, and a plurality of connection holes 7 are provided in the longitudinal direction on the support base plate 6 and the slider of the lifting module 4. Fastening screws are provided in the connection holes 7, thereby achieving a fixed connection with the support base plate 6 and the slider of the lifting module 4 with adjustable height, which facilitates the adjustment of the initial position of the labeling mechanism 3.

[0038] The label picking and labeling robot 3-1 is a vacuum label palm, and the front end of the vacuum label palm is covered with evenly distributed suction holes, which can more reliably absorb the label. The labeling mechanism 3 also includes a base 3-2, a first linear drive mechanism 3-3, a connecting block 3-4, a second linear drive mechanism 3-5, a linear guide assembly 3-6, a cover 3-7 and a buffer device 3-8. The base 3-2 is fixedly connected to the slider of the lifting module 4, the first linear drive mechanism 3-3 is fixedly mounted on the base 3-2, and the output end is arranged horizontally along the Y axis and is connected to the buffer device 3-8 and the connecting block 3-4 in turn. The first linear drive mechanism 3-3 drives the connecting block 3-4 to achieve the expansion and contraction of the connecting block 3-4 along the Y axis. The second linear drive mechanism 3-5 is fixedly mounted on the connecting block 3-4, and the output end is arranged along the X axis and is fixedly connected to the label picking and labeling robot 3-1, thereby achieving the expansion and contraction of the label picking and labeling robot 3-1 along the X axis. The first linear drive mechanism 3-3 and the second linear drive mechanism 3-5 are both cylinders with simple structures, quick response and easy control. The linear guide rail assembly 3-6 is arranged parallel to the side of the first linear drive mechanism 3-3, and the slider and guide rail are respectively fixedly connected to the base 3-2 and the connecting block 3-4, thereby providing guidance for the forward and backward movement of the label picking and labeling robot 3-1 with a larger stroke, making the telescopic movement of the label picking and labeling robot 3-1 more stable. The cover 3-7 is fixedly mounted on the base 3-2 and is arranged outside the first linear drive mechanism 3-3 and the linear guide rail assembly 3-6 to prevent dust and foreign matter from falling on the linear guide rail assembly 3-6 and causing jamming, which affects the normal telescopic movement of the label picking and labeling robot 3-1.

[0039] The buffer device 3-8 includes a fixed block 3 fixedly connected to the connecting block 3-4 and the guide rail of the linear guide rail assembly 3-6. The output end of the first linear drive mechanism 3-3 is coaxially fixed with a connecting rod. The fixed block is provided with a step hole along the driving direction of the first linear drive mechanism 3-3. The connecting rod gap passes through the step hole and the end is fixed with a limited locking bolt. The head end of the connecting rod is provided with an annular protrusion, and a spring sleeved on the connecting rod is provided between the annular protrusion and the step of the step hole to limit the position, thereby realizing the elastic connection between the connecting block 3-4 and the output end of the first linear drive mechanism 3-3, preventing the labeling robot from making hard contact with the package to be labeled, and avoiding damage to the package caused by impact.

[0040] When in use, the lifting module 4 drives the vacuum palm with the label adsorbed to any labeling position, and then the vacuum palm extends to label. After completing the first label, the subsequent palm returns to the labeling position to continue taking labels, and then rises to the second labeling area to label and repeat this cycle.

[0041] In this embodiment, the required labels are automatically printed by the printing station 2, and the height position change of the label picking and labeling robot 3-1 is achieved by setting a liftable labeling mechanism 3, so that the printed labels are attached to the places to be labeled at different positions by the label picking and labeling robot 3-1 that can move along the X-axis and Y-axis. While realizing instant printing and labeling, the labeling position is automatically adjusted according to the settings, and automatic labeling at multiple different positions is completed.

[0042] The specific embodiments described above further illustrate the purpose, technical solutions and beneficial effects of the present invention in detail. It should be understood that the above description is only a specific embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An instant printing and labeling machine, characterized by: It includes a workbench and a printing station fixedly installed on the workbench. The side of the printing station is provided with a labeling mechanism that can be raised and lowered along the Z axis. The labeling mechanism includes a label picking and labeling robot that can be retracted along the X axis and the Y axis. The initial position of the label picking and labeling robot is adjacent to the label outlet of the printing station and is located in the same plane as the label outlet.

2. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A lifting module is fixedly provided on the workbench, and the labeling mechanism is fixedly connected to a slider of the lifting module.

3. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: A support base plate is fixedly installed at the bottom of the labeling mechanism. A plurality of connection holes are longitudinally provided on the support base plate and the slider of the lifting module, and fastening screws are provided in the connection holes.

4. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: An oblique support rod is fixedly connected between the lower part of the lifting module and the workbench.

5. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The labeling mechanism includes a base fixedly connected to the slider of the lifting module, a first linear drive mechanism is fixedly installed on the base, the output end of the first linear drive mechanism is horizontally arranged along the Y axis and is provided with a connecting block, a second linear drive mechanism is fixedly installed on the connecting block, the output end of the second linear drive mechanism is arranged along the X axis and is fixedly connected to the label picking and labeling robot.

6. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: A linear guide rail assembly is provided parallel to the side of the first linear drive mechanism, and the slider and the guide rail of the first linear drive mechanism are fixedly connected to the base and the connecting block respectively.

7. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The base is fixedly connected with a cover shell which covers the first linear drive mechanism and the linear guide rail assembly.

8. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first linear drive mechanism and the second linear drive mechanism are both cylinders.

9. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: A buffer device is provided between the connecting block and the output end of the first linear drive mechanism.

10. The instant printing and labeling machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The label taking and labeling robot is a vacuum labeling palm, and the front end surface of the vacuum labeling palm is covered with evenly distributed suction holes.

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