Cigarette carton and carton correlating device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of cigarette production, in particular to a device for associating a cigarette carton with a carton box. Comprising a support, an intelligent bar code reader, a limiting block, a sensor, a control module and a display module. The support comprises a code reading area, a result display area and a hardware area. The plurality of intelligent strip code readers are respectively arranged in the code reading area and are used for reading the two-dimensional codes of the plurality of small boxes of cigarettes or the two-dimensional codes of the strip paper; the limiting block is arranged below the code reading area and used for limiting the positions of the small box of cigarettes and the leather strip paper. The sensor is installed on the limiting block and connected with the intelligent bar code reader. The control module is arranged in the hardware area, is connected with the intelligent strip code reader and the sensor and is used for controlling the code reading process and associating the small box of cigarettes with the leather strip paper; the display module is connected with the control module and arranged in the result display area. And quick two-dimensional code reading and association of the small-box cigarettes and the strip-shaped paper are realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of cigarette production, in particular to a device for associating cigarette cartons with cigarette boxes. Background Art

[0002] Currently, products available on the market for QR code recognition include scanners, fixed-mounted readers, and smart readers. Scanners and fixed-mounted readers can only read one QR code at a time, resulting in low throughput and relatively large size. Smart readers can read multiple QR codes at once, but this requires increasing the distance between the reader and the QR code to extend the range, which increases the site requirements. Furthermore, all three methods require manual triggering to read the code, increasing operator fatigue. Manual distance judgment can also lead to misjudgments. Furthermore, they require a computer, keyboard, and other equipment. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes, so as to solve the technical problems in the prior art of low efficiency in reading cigarette cartons' two-dimensional codes, complex operation, high site requirements, and easy association errors.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the following technical solutions are adopted.

[0005] A device for associating cigarette cartons with a box, comprising: a housing, a control module, a barcode reader, a limit block, a sensor, and a box code reader;

[0006] The housing is provided with a working area and a hardware area, wherein the working area includes an internal working area of the housing and an external working area of the housing;

[0007] The limiting block is arranged in the working area outside the shell and is used to locate the position of the cigarette;

[0008] The sensors are arranged on both sides of the limit block and are used to sense the position of the cigarette strips. When the sensors detect that the cigarette strips have reached the designated position, the sensors send a detection signal to the control module.

[0009] There are multiple barcode readers, which are respectively arranged side by side on the mounting frame in the working area inside the shell and are used to scan the two-dimensional code data of multiple cigarettes;

[0010] The box code reader is electrically connected to the control module, and the box code reader is independently provided for scanning the QR code data of the box;

[0011] The control module is set in the hardware area, and is used to receive the detection signal sent by the sensor, control the barcode reader to start, receive the QR code data scanned by the barcode reader and / or the box code reader, associate the QR code data of the cigarette strips with the QR code data of the box, and upload the associated information to the production management system.

[0012] Optionally, the hardware area is further provided with a touch-screen all-in-one machine, which is electrically connected to the control module and is used for manually operating and displaying the two-dimensional code data scanned by the barcode reader and / or the box code reader.

[0013] Optionally, the internal working area of the shell and the external working area of the shell are connected or a transparent piece is provided between them, for the barcode reader to scan the two-dimensional code data of the cigarette.

[0014] Optionally, a light source is provided on the top of the external working area of the shell to illuminate the QR code of the cigarette.

[0015] Optionally, the box code reader is a handheld code reader.

[0016] Optionally, a sunshade is provided on the top edge of the external working area of the shell.

[0017] Optionally, a cooling fan is provided on the housing.

[0018] Optionally, a network interface is provided on the housing, and the network interface is electrically connected to the control module.

[0019] Optionally, a mounting slot is provided on the mounting frame in the internal working area of the shell, and the mounting slot is used to install the barcode reader. The mounting slot is provided with a reserved slot space for adjusting the distance between the barcode readers.

[0020] Optionally, the external working area of the shell is a groove at the bottom of the shell.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] 1. This application uses multiple smart code readers arranged side by side to scan the QR code data of multiple cigarettes at one time, significantly improving the efficiency of reading cigarette information. It uses sensors to automatically sense the position of cigarettes and automatically trigger the code reader to scan the QR code, reducing manual operation and operational complexity. By optimizing the layout and working distance of the smart code readers, the requirements for site space are reduced, making the equipment more flexible and easy to deploy. The automated code reading process reduces the workload of operators and reduces fatigue caused by long-term operation. The precise control of limit blocks and sensors ensures accurate reading of QR codes and reduces misreading due to human operation.

[0023] 2. This application utilizes an integrated and ergonomic design: it is more convenient to operate, more portable, and reduces operator fatigue. The limit block accurately locates the working distance between the product and the code reader, allowing for more efficient code reading. The QR code of any product within the limit block range can be recognized and associated data can be bound, improving operational efficiency.

[0024] 3. The touch-screen all-in-one machine of this application provides an intuitive user interface, facilitates manual operation and data viewing, and improves the user experience.

[0025] 4. The control module of this application can accurately associate the QR code data of the cigarette strips with the QR code data of the box, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of the data.

[0026] 5. The housing design of this application includes a cooling fan, network interface, and other features, ensuring the normal operation of the equipment while facilitating subsequent maintenance and upgrades. The handheld design of the box barcode reader increases its flexibility and adapts to various production environments and requirements. The light source and sunshade installed at the top of the external work area ensure that the QR code can be clearly recognized in various lighting conditions, optimizing the working environment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] Figure 1 The present invention is a schematic diagram of the working area structure of an embodiment of a device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes.

[0028] Figure 2 The utility model is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of a device for associating cigarette cartons with a box.

[0029] Figure 3 The figure is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of an embodiment of a device for associating cigarette cartons with a box according to the present utility model.

[0030] Among them: 1-barcode reading area, 2-limit block, 3-sensor, 4-external working area of the shell, 5-shell, 6-touch screen, 7-cooling fan, 8-light source, 9-barcode reader, 10-network interface, 11-shading plate, 12-control module. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with embodiments. It should be noted that, unless there is a conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other.

[0032] The following detailed descriptions are all exemplary descriptions and are intended to provide further details of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, all technical terms used in this utility model have the same meanings as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this application belongs. The terms used in this utility model are only for describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present utility model.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a device for associating a cigarette strip with a box includes: a housing 5, a control module 12, a barcode reader 9, a limit block 2, a sensor 3, and a box code reader; the housing 5 is provided with a working area and a hardware area, the working area including an internal working area of the housing and an external working area 4 of the housing; the limit block 2 is provided in the external working area 4 of the housing for locating the position of the cigarette strip; the sensor 3 is provided on both sides of the limit block 2 for sensing the position of the cigarette strip, and when it is detected that the cigarette strip has reached the specified position, a detection signal is sent to the control module 12; the barcode reader 9 has multiple They are respectively arranged side by side on the mounting rack in the working area inside the shell, and are used to scan the QR code data of multiple cigarette strips; the box code reader is electrically connected to the control module 12, and the box code reader is independently arranged to scan the QR code data of the box; the control module 12 is arranged in the hardware area, and is used to receive the detection signal sent by the sensor 3, control the bar code reader 9 to start, receive the QR code data scanned by the bar code reader 9 and / or the box code reader, associate the QR code data of the cigarette strips with the QR code data of the box, and upload the associated information to the production management system.

[0034] Specifically, the code reader is an intelligent code reader, and two or more intelligent code readers are installed on the same mounting bracket. The reading range obtained by the minimum working distance of the intelligent code reader is used to adjust the spacing between the intelligent code readers to ensure that the QR codes of multiple cigarette strips can be fully read within the minimum working range; in order to ensure that the code readers at different positions can fully cover all cigarette products, limit blocks 2 of relevant sizes are designed specifically, and sensors 3 are added to the limit blocks 2. After manually pushing the product to the current limit block 2, the intelligent code reader can be directly triggered to decode the QR code information.

[0035] Specifically, the outer working area 4 of the housing includes a barcode reading area 1 for placing a plurality of cigarette cartons.

[0036] As a preferred example, the hardware area is further provided with a touch-screen all-in-one machine 6 , which is electrically connected to the control module 12 and is used for manual operation and display of the two-dimensional code data scanned by the barcode reader 9 and / or the box code reader.

[0037] Specifically, the touch-screen all-in-one machine 6 provides a graphical user interface (GUI), which is designed to intuitively display the QR code data scanned by the barcode reader 9 and / or the box code reader, and provide user operation instructions. The screen of the all-in-one machine can display the QR code scanning results of the cigarette strips and boxes, including but not limited to the text display of the QR code content, the indication of the scanning status, and any error or success feedback information. Through the touch-screen all-in-one machine 6, the operator can perform operations such as manual triggering of scanning, data confirmation, and exception handling. It allows the user to control the operation of the barcode reader 9 and / or the box code reader by touching instructions or buttons. The touch-screen all-in-one machine 6 is electrically connected to the control module 12, and can receive instructions from the control module 12 and feedback the operation results.

[0038] As a preferred example, the internal working area of the shell and the external working area 4 of the shell are connected or provided with a transparent piece for the barcode reader 9 to scan the two-dimensional code data of the cigarette.

[0039] Specifically, a connecting opening or channel is designed between the internal working area and the external working area of the shell to ensure that after the cigarette is placed in the external working area, its QR code can be scanned by the bar reader 9 in the internal working area. A transparent part, such as a transparent glass plate or a transparent plastic plate, is provided at the corresponding position of the shell 5 to cover the connecting opening or channel. The material of the transparent part must ensure that there is no obvious absorption or scattering of the light emitted by the bar reader 9 to ensure clear recognition of the QR code. The transparent part is fixed to the shell 5 by a frame or a card slot to ensure its stability during operation and prevent displacement due to vibration or impact. The size design of the transparent part must match the scanning range of the bar reader 9 to ensure that the cigarette is placed at any position in the external working area and its QR code can be effectively scanned by the bar reader 9 in the internal working area.

[0040] As a preferred example, a light source 8 is provided on the top of the external working area 4 of the shell for illuminating the QR code of the cigarette.

[0041] Specifically, at the top of the external working area 4 of the shell, there is provided at least one light source 8, which is designed to provide uniform and sufficient lighting to illuminate the QR code on the cigarette strips placed in the external working area. The light source 8 can be an LED lamp or other types of lighting equipment, and factors such as the brightness, energy consumption, lifespan of the light source 8, and whether it generates too much heat should be considered when selecting. The layout of the light source 8 at the top of the external working area 4 of the shell should ensure that the light can cover the entire QR code area of the cigarette strips to avoid scanning failures due to shadows or uneven light. The irradiation direction of the light source 8 should be coordinated with the scanning direction of the barcode reader 9 to reduce reflections and shadows and improve the recognition rate of the QR code. Taking into account that the lighting conditions in different production environments may be different, the light source 8 may include an adjustment mechanism, such as a dimmer or an LED with adjustable brightness, to adapt to different working environments.

[0042] As a preferred example, the box barcode reader is a handheld barcode reader. This handheld design allows operators to easily scan the QR code on the box from various locations, increasing operational flexibility and convenience. The handheld barcode reader is electrically connected to the control module 12 via wireless or wired communication, ensuring that the scanned QR code data is transmitted to the control module 12 in real time. The handheld barcode reader may include a display to provide the operator with instant scanning status feedback, such as scan success, failure, or data confirmation.

[0043] As a preferred embodiment, a light shield 11 is provided at the top edge of the external working area 4 of the housing. The light shield 11 is specially designed at the top edge of the external working area 4 of the housing to control interference from the external light source 8 with the scanning of the cigarette QR code. The light shield 11 can be a one-piece component or composed of multiple parts to accommodate the size and shape of the housing 5. The light shield 11 is made of opaque or translucent materials, such as plastic, metal, or synthetic materials, to effectively block external light. The light shield 11 is fixed to the housing 5 by snaps, screws, or bonding to ensure its stability during operation. The light shield 11 must be designed to cover the entire scanning area of the cigarette QR code to prevent external light from directly shining on the QR code, causing reflections or affecting the scanning effect. The position and angle of the light shield 11 must be coordinated with the light source 8 set at the top of the external working area 4 of the housing to ensure sufficient lighting while reducing interference from external light. The light shield 11 may be designed to be adjustable to accommodate cigarette cartons or boxes of different sizes, ensuring effective light blocking in various situations.

[0044] As a preferred example, a heat dissipation fan 7 is provided on the housing 5 .

[0045] Specifically, at least one cooling fan 7 is mounted on the housing 5 to dissipate heat generated by the device's internal components, maintaining a suitable operating temperature. Cooling fan 7 is positioned at a specific location within the housing 5, with the location chosen taking into account air flow paths and heat distribution to achieve optimal heat dissipation. The operation of cooling fan 7 may be controlled by a temperature sensor 3. When the internal temperature of the device rises to a preset threshold, the fan automatically activates to dissipate heat.

[0046] As a preferred example, a network interface 10 is provided on the housing 5 , and the network interface 10 is electrically connected to the control module 12 .

[0047] Specifically, the housing 5 is designed with one or more network interfaces 10 for enabling wired connections between the device and external networks or systems. The network interfaces 10 should be positioned to facilitate connection to network cables while avoiding interference with other operating or moving components of the device. The network interfaces 10 are electrically connected to corresponding network ports on the control module 12 via cables, enabling data transmission and communication.

[0048] As a preferred example, a mounting slot is provided on the mounting frame in the working area inside the shell, and the mounting slot is used to install the barcode reader 9. The mounting slot is provided with a reserved slot space for adjusting the distance between the barcode readers 9.

[0049] Specifically, the internal working area of the shell is equipped with a dedicated mounting frame, which is designed to support and fix the bar reader 9 to ensure its stability during operation. On the mounting frame, several mounting slots are designed, each mounting slot corresponds to a bar reader 9, which is used to fix the bar reader and ensure its correct working posture. The mounting slot can be a long strip of groove, the size and shape of which match the bottom or side of the bar reader 9 to achieve a stable fixation. Reserved space is provided in the mounting slot, which allows the bar reader 9 to be fine-tuned to accommodate the arrangement of cigarettes of different sizes and QR codes. The reserved slot space may contain adjustment mechanisms, such as slide rails, screw adjustments or wedge blocks, etc., for precisely adjusting the distance and angle between the bar readers 9.

[0050] As a preferred example, the external working area 4 of the shell is a groove at the bottom of the shell 5 .

[0051] Specifically, the external working area of the shell 5 is designed in the form of a groove, which is specially configured at the bottom of the shell 5 for accommodating and positioning the cigarette cartons for scanning the QR code. The size of the groove is designed according to the standard size of the cigarette cartons to ensure that the cigarette cartons can be properly placed in the groove, while providing sufficient space for the operator to load and unload the cigarette cartons. The shape of the groove is adapted to the appearance of the cigarette cartons and may include straight grooves, oblique grooves or other shapes to achieve stable placement and convenient retrieval of the cigarette cartons. The depth design of the groove takes into account the thickness of the cigarette cartons and the convenience of operation to prevent the cigarette cartons from rolling or shifting during the scanning process.

[0052] The method of using an embodiment of the present invention is as follows:

[0053] Equipment preparation: Ensure that the components of the cigarette carton and box association device, including the housing 5, control module 12, barcode reader 9, limit block 2, sensor 3 and box code reader, have been correctly installed and have undergone preliminary testing.

[0054] The operator places a plurality of cigarette cartons on the limiting block 2 of the external working area 4 of the housing, and uses the limiting block 2 to position the cigarette cartons, ensuring that their QR codes face upward and are within the scanning range of the barcode reader 9 .

[0055] After the cigarette carton is placed in place, the sensor 3 detects the presence of the cigarette carton and triggers a signal, which activates the barcode reader 9 through the control module 12.

[0056] After receiving the start signal from the control module 12 , the barcode reader 9 starts scanning the two-dimensional code data on the cigarette cartons.

[0057] The control module 12 collects the cigarette two-dimensional code data scanned by the barcode reader 9 .

[0058] The operator uses a box code reader to scan the two-dimensional code data on the box and sends the scanned data to the control module 12 .

[0059] The control module 12 associates the two-dimensional code data of the cigarette carton with the two-dimensional code data of the parcel box to form a complete record of association between the cigarette carton and the parcel box.

[0060] The control module 12 uploads the associated information to the production management system for further production monitoring and data management.

[0061] The operator can confirm the operation result and upload status through the control module 12 or a connected user interface such as the touch-type all-in-one machine 6.

[0062] After completing the association of one batch of cigarette cartons with the box, the operator continues with the placement and association operations of the next batch of cigarette cartons.

[0063] Throughout the operation, operators need to monitor the status of the equipment, ensure that all components are functioning properly, and perform regular maintenance and inspections.

[0064] It is understood from common technical knowledge that the present invention may be implemented through other embodiments that do not depart from its spirit or essential features. Therefore, the embodiments disclosed above are, in all respects, merely illustrative and not exclusive. All modifications within the scope of the present invention or equivalent to the scope of the present invention are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.

Claims

1. A device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes, characterized in that: include: Housing (5), control module (12), barcode reader (9), limit block (2), sensor (3) and box barcode reader; The housing (5) is provided with a working area and a hardware area, wherein the working area includes an internal working area of the housing and an external working area (4) of the housing; The limiting block (2) is arranged in the outer working area (4) of the housing and is used to locate the position of the cigarette; The sensor (3) is arranged on both sides of the limit block (2) and is used to sense the position of the cigarette strip, and when it is detected that the cigarette strip has reached a specified position, a detection signal is sent to the control module (12); There are multiple barcode readers (9), which are respectively arranged side by side on the mounting frame in the working area inside the shell and are used to scan the two-dimensional code data of multiple cigarettes; The box code reader is electrically connected to the control module (12), and the box code reader is independently provided and used for scanning the two-dimensional code data of the box; The control module (12) is arranged in the hardware area and is used to receive the detection signal sent by the sensor (3), control the barcode reader (9) to start, receive the two-dimensional code data scanned by the barcode reader (9) and / or the box code reader, associate the two-dimensional code data of the cigarette strips with the two-dimensional code data of the box, and upload the associated information to the production management system.

2. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hardware area is also provided with a touch-type integrated machine (6), which is electrically connected to the control module (12) and is used for manually operating and displaying the two-dimensional code data scanned by the barcode reader (9) and / or the box code reader.

3. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner working area of the shell and the outer working area (4) of the shell are connected or provided with a transparent part for the barcode reader (9) to scan the two-dimensional code data of the cigarette.

4. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: A light source (8) is provided on the top of the outer working area (4) of the shell body for illuminating the QR code of the cigarette strip.

5. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box code reader is a handheld code reader.

6. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: A light shielding plate (11) is provided on the top edge of the outer working area (4) of the housing.

7. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: A heat dissipation fan (7) is provided on the housing (5).

8. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: A network interface (10) is provided on the housing (5), and the network interface (10) is electrically connected to the control module (12).

9. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: A mounting slot is provided on the mounting frame in the working area inside the shell, and the mounting slot is used to install the barcode reader (9). The mounting slot is provided with a reserved slot space for adjusting the distance between the barcode readers (9).

10. The device for associating cigarette cartons with boxes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer working area (4) of the shell is a groove at the bottom of the shell (5).

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