Shuttling type automatic feeding system
By designing a shuttle automatic feeding system, the automatic distribution of materials is achieved using vertical elevators and flip drive components, the problem of inefficient material distribution in the food processing industry is solved, production efficiency and safety are improved, and costs are reduced.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422637195.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-30
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-19
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-30
AI Technical Summary
Material distribution in the traditional food processing industry relies on manual operations, is inefficient and prone to errors, increases labor costs, and cannot meet the requirements of production efficiency and hygiene safety.
Design a shuttle automatic feeding system, including a vertical hoist, a flip drive assembly and a shuttle feeding vehicle, to achieve rapid and accurate supply of materials through automated material distribution and reduce manual operation.
It improves the speed and accuracy of material supply, reduces labor costs, reduces workers' labor intensity, improves the flexibility and adaptability of the production line, and ensures stable material supply and consistency of packaging quality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of mechanical equipment, in particular to a shuttle-type automatic feeding system. Background Art
[0002] In the food processing industry, automatic material distribution and packaging are key to improving production efficiency and ensuring product hygiene and safety. Traditional material distribution methods often rely on manual operations, which is not only inefficient and prone to errors, but also increases labor costs.
[0003] The food processing industry has continuously increased its requirements for production efficiency, health and safety, and the degree of automation. With the advancement of technology, automatic feeding systems have emerged to improve production efficiency, reduce manual operations, and ensure the continuity and stability of material supply. Feeding systems are also constantly developing in the direction of intelligence. Through innovative transformation of equipment, feeding systems can achieve more intelligent material supply, improve production efficiency and product quality. Utility Model Content
[0004] To solve the above technical problems, the present invention relates to a shuttle-type automatic feeding system, which has a simple and reliable structure, effectively solves the above technical problems, and is suitable for popularization and use. To achieve the above purpose, the present invention is implemented through the following technical solutions:
[0005] A shuttle-type automatic feeding system includes a vertical hoist, a flip drive assembly, a support frame, and a shuttle feeding car. The vertical hoist is used to lift the loading car from bottom to top to the loading station. The flip drive assembly is used to flip the loading car when it arrives at the loading station and pour the material into the shuttle feeding car. The support frame is provided with a plurality of unloading stations evenly spaced in a straight line direction. A packaging machine is provided under each unloading station. The shuttle feeding car is used to complete unloading at each unloading station and thus feed the material into the packaging machine.
[0006] On the basis of the above scheme and as a preferred scheme of the above scheme: the vertical hoist includes a lifting block that can move up and down, the flip drive assembly includes a bracket, a paddle, a support shaft, a support seat, and a limit rod, the bracket is fixedly matched with the loading car, the bracket is fixedly connected to the support shaft, the support shaft is rotatably connected to the lifting block, the support shaft is provided with a paddle at one end close to the lifting block, the paddle is provided with a U-shaped groove, the support seat is provided at the upper part of the vertical hoist, the column of the support seat is rotatably matched with the limit rod, and the paddle is matched with the limit roller during the rising process to cause the support shaft to rotate.
[0007] On the basis of the above scheme and as a preferred scheme of the above scheme: the shuttle feeding car includes a frame, a hopper, a travel drive mechanism, and a hopper rotation drive mechanism. The frame is a rectangular frame structure, and the frame is provided with two symmetrical driving wheels and two symmetrical driven wheels. The driving wheels and the driven wheels are in contact with the upper surface of the track at the top of the support frame, and the driving mechanism is used to drive the driving wheels to rotate so that they can move along the track of the support frame.
[0008] On the basis of the above scheme and as a preferred scheme of the above scheme: the travel drive mechanism includes a first drive motor and a first rotating shaft, the first drive motor is arranged in a cover at the front part of the frame, the output end of the first drive motor is connected to the first rotating shaft and is used to drive it to rotate, and the left and right ends of the first rotating shaft are respectively fixedly connected to the drive wheels.
[0009] On the basis of the above scheme and as a preferred scheme of the above scheme: the hopper rotation drive mechanism includes a second drive motor, a second rotating shaft, a drive rod, a transmission rod, a fixed seat, and a positioning shaft. The second drive motor is arranged in a cover at the rear of the frame, and the output end of the second drive motor is connected to the second rotating shaft. The two ends of the second rotating shaft are rotated with the frame and are not fixed with the driven wheel. One end of the drive rod is fixedly connected to the second rotating shaft, and the other end of the drive rod is rotated with one end of the transmission rod. The other end of the transmission rod is connected to the outer side surface of the hopper. The fixed seat is arranged on the frame, and the hopper is rotatably connected to the fixed seat through the positioning shaft. The transmission rod is used to drive the hopper to rotate around the axial direction of the support shaft.
[0010] On the basis of the above scheme and as a preferred scheme of the above scheme: the shuttle feeding car also includes a guide assembly, and the guide assembly includes four guide wheels that are symmetrical in pairs, and the axial direction of the guide wheels is perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the guide wheels are in contact with the inner surface of the support frame track.
[0011] On the basis of the above solution and as a preferred solution of the above solution: the loading station of the support frame is provided with a guide cover, the opening of the guide cover is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom and is provided with an inclined guide surface.
[0012] Compared with the existing technology, the present invention has the following outstanding and beneficial technical effects: the automated material distribution system reduces the need for manual operation, improves the speed and accuracy of material supply, thereby improving overall production efficiency, and replaces manual material handling and distribution with automation technology, significantly reducing labor costs and also reducing the labor intensity of workers. The automated feeding system can be quickly adjusted according to production needs, adapting to different production processes and product changes, improving the flexibility and adaptability of the production line, and the automated feeding system improves the automation level of the entire factory, laying the foundation for realizing intelligent production. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0013] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the feeding system layout;
[0014] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism;
[0015] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the shuttle feeder;
[0016] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the shuttle feeder. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0017] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments. However, the specific implementation methods and embodiments described below are only for illustrative purposes and are not intended to limit the present invention.
[0018] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal", "transverse", "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer" and the like indicate directions or positional relationships based on the attached text. Figure 1 The directions or positional relationships shown are only for the convenience of describing the present invention, and do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be understood as limiting the present invention.
[0019] In the description of this application, the terms "first", "second", etc. are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features.
[0020] In order to solve the above technical problems, Figure 1-4As shown, the utility model designs a shuttle-type automatic feeding system, including a vertical lifting machine 1, a flip driving assembly 2, a support frame 3, and a shuttle feeding car 4. The vertical lifting machine 1 is used to lift the loading car from bottom to top to the loading station, and the flip driving assembly 2 is used to complete the flipping of the loading car when it arrives at the loading station and pour the material into the shuttle feeding car 4. The support frame 3 is provided with a plurality of unloading stations 5 evenly spaced along the straight direction, and a packaging machine is provided under each unloading station 5. The shuttle feeding car 4 is used to complete unloading at each unloading station 5 and thus feed the material into the packaging machine. The system reduces the need for manual operation through automated material distribution, significantly improves the speed and accuracy of material supply, thereby improving the overall production efficiency. Automation technology replaces manual material handling and distribution, reduces labor costs, and also reduces the labor intensity of workers. The automated feeding system ensures that materials are stably and continuously supplied to the packaging machine, which helps to improve the consistency and quality of packaging. The automated feeding system can be quickly adjusted according to production needs, adapt to different production processes and product changes, and improve the flexibility and adaptability of the production line.
[0021] It is further preferred in this embodiment that the vertical lifting machine 1 includes a lifting block that can move up and down, and the flip drive assembly 2 includes a bracket 21, a paddle 22, a support shaft 23, a support seat 24, and a limit rod 25. The bracket 21 is fixedly matched with the loading car, and the bracket 21 is fixedly connected to the support shaft 23. The support shaft 23 is rotatably connected to the lifting block. The support shaft 23 is provided with a paddle 22 at one end close to the lifting block, and the paddle 22 is provided with a U-shaped groove. The support seat 24 is provided on the upper part of the vertical lifting machine 1, and the column of the support seat 24 is rotatably matched with the limit rod 25. The paddle 22 cooperates with the limit roller during the rising process to cause the support shaft 23 to rotate. The structure of the entire device is more compact, and the fitting clearance between components is reduced, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the system. The lifting block of the vertical hoist 1 and the flip drive assembly 2 work together to make the entire process from lifting to flipping of materials smoother, reducing the time of material processing and improving efficiency. Through precise design, the flip drive assembly 2 can ensure that the material is accurately flipped when it reaches the loading station, and the material is completely poured into the shuttle feeder 4, reducing material waste and errors. Since the system design reduces the manual operation links, it reduces the safety risks in the workplace, especially when handling heavier or dangerous materials. The automation system can provide higher safety.
[0022] The shuttle feeding trolley 4 includes a frame 41, a hopper 42, a travel drive mechanism, and a hopper rotation drive mechanism. The frame 41 is a rectangular frame structure. The rectangular frame structure of the frame 41 provides a stable support foundation, making the entire shuttle feeding trolley 4 more stable during operation, reducing the risk of material scattering or equipment failure due to structural instability. The frame 41 is provided with two symmetrical driving wheels 43 and two symmetrical driven wheels 44. The driving wheels 43 and the driven wheels 44 are in contact with the upper surface of the track at the top of the support frame 3. The travel drive mechanism is used to drive the driving wheels 43 to rotate so that they can move along the track of the support frame 3. The design of the driving mechanism enables the driving wheels 43 to rotate flexibly, thereby driving the shuttle feeding trolley 4 to move along the track of the support frame 3. This design improves the efficiency and accuracy of material transportation. The shuttle feeding trolley 4 can move quickly between multiple unloading stations 5, thereby speeding up the transfer speed of materials from the processing area to the packaging area and improving the overall production efficiency.
[0023] It is further preferred in this embodiment that the travel drive mechanism includes a first drive motor 45 and a first rotating shaft 46. The first drive motor 45 is arranged in a cover at the front of the frame 41. The output end of the first drive motor 45 is connected to the first rotating shaft 46 and is used to drive its rotation. The left and right ends of the first rotating shaft 46 are respectively fixedly connected to the drive wheel 43. This design can efficiently transmit the output power of the motor to the drive wheel 43, reduce energy loss, improve the efficiency of power transmission, provide a stable force transmission path, enhance the reliability and stability of the system, ensure the stability and reliability of the shuttle feeding car 4 during operation, and the shuttle feeding car 4 can move along the track at a faster speed and higher precision.
[0024] It is further preferred in this embodiment that the hopper rotation drive mechanism includes a second drive motor 47, a second rotating shaft 48, a drive rod 49, a transmission rod 410, a fixed seat 411, and a positioning shaft 412. The second drive motor 47 is arranged in a cover at the rear of the frame 41, and the output end of the second drive motor 47 is connected to the second rotating shaft 48. The two ends of the second rotating shaft 48 are rotationally matched with the frame 41 and are not fixedly matched with the driven wheel 44. One end of the drive rod 49 is fixedly connected to the second rotating shaft 48, and the other end of the drive rod 49 is rotationally matched with one end of the transmission rod 410. The other end of the transmission rod 410 The end is connected to the outer side surface of the hopper 42, and the fixed seat 411 is set on the frame 41. The hopper 42 is rotatably connected to the fixed seat 411 through the positioning shaft 412. The transmission rod 410 is used to drive the hopper 42 to rotate around the axial direction of the support shaft 23. Through the direct connection between the second drive motor 47 and the second rotating shaft 48, the power transmission efficiency is high, and the crank rocker structure is used to realize the flipping of the hopper 42. This mechanical transmission method has a simple structure and high reliability, and can provide stable and efficient flipping power. The automated flipping mechanism can quickly respond to production needs, shorten the material supply cycle, and improve overall production efficiency.
[0025] It is further preferred in this embodiment that the shuttle feeding cart 4 also includes a guide assembly, and the guide assembly includes four guide wheels 413 that are symmetrical in pairs. The axial direction of the guide wheel 413 is perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the guide wheel 413 is in contact with the inner surface of the track of the support frame 3. The contact between the guide wheel 413 and the inner surface of the track provides stable lateral support for the shuttle feeding cart 4, enhances the positioning accuracy of the shuttle cart on the track, and thus makes the delivery of materials more accurate.
[0026] It is further preferred in this embodiment that the loading station of the support frame 3 is provided with a guide cover 6, the opening of the guide cover 6 is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom and is provided with an inclined guide surface. The design of the guide cover 6 with larger at the top and smaller at the bottom helps to make it easier to align the material when it enters the shuttle car, reduces the offset and error of the material during the delivery process, and improves the accuracy of material delivery.
[0027] It is worth noting that the technical features such as motors and sensors involved in this utility model patent application should be regarded as prior art. The specific structure, working principle and possible control method and spatial layout method of these technical features can be selected by conventional options in the field and should not be regarded as the inventive point of this utility model patent. This utility model patent will not be further elaborated.
[0028] The above embodiments are only preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, any equivalent changes made by technicians in the relevant technical field based on the structure, shape, and principle of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A shuttle type automatic feeding system, characterized by: It includes a vertical hoist, a flip drive assembly, a support frame, and a shuttle feeding car. The vertical hoist is used to lift the loading car from bottom to top to the loading station. The flip drive assembly is used to flip the loading car when it arrives at the loading station and pour the material into the shuttle feeding car. The support frame is provided with a number of unloading stations evenly spaced in a straight line direction. A packaging machine is provided under each unloading station. The shuttle feeding car is used to complete unloading at each unloading station and thus feed the material into the packaging machine.
2. The shuttle type automatic feeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vertical hoist includes a lifting block that can move up and down, and the flip drive assembly includes a bracket, a paddle, a support shaft, a support seat, and a limit rod. The bracket is fixedly matched with the loading car, and the bracket is fixedly connected to the support shaft. The support shaft is rotatably connected to the lifting block. A paddle is provided at one end of the support shaft close to the lifting block, and the paddle is provided with a U-shaped groove. The support seat is provided at the upper part of the vertical hoist, and the column of the support seat is rotatably matched with the limit rod. The paddle cooperates with the limit roller during the rising process to cause the support shaft to rotate.
3. The shuttle type automatic feeding system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The shuttle feeding vehicle includes a frame, a hopper, a travel drive mechanism, and a hopper rotation drive mechanism. The frame is a rectangular frame structure. The frame is provided with two symmetrical driving wheels and two symmetrical driven wheels. The driving wheels and the driven wheels are in contact with the upper surface of the track at the top of the support frame. The travel drive mechanism is used to drive the driving wheels to rotate so that it can move along the track of the support frame.
4. The shuttle type automatic feeding system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The travel drive mechanism includes a first drive motor and a first rotating shaft. The first drive motor is arranged in a cover at the front of the frame. The output end of the first drive motor is connected to the first rotating shaft and is used to drive it to rotate. The left and right ends of the first rotating shaft are respectively fixedly connected to the drive wheels.
5. The shuttle type automatic feeding system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The hopper rotation drive mechanism includes a second drive motor, a second rotating shaft, a drive rod, a transmission rod, a fixed seat, and a positioning shaft. The second drive motor is arranged in a cover shell at the rear of the frame. The output end of the second drive motor is connected to the second rotating shaft. Both ends of the second rotating shaft are rotatably matched with the frame and are not fixedly matched with the driven wheel. One end of the drive rod is fixedly connected to the second rotating shaft, and the other end of the drive rod is rotatably matched with one end of the transmission rod. The other end of the transmission rod is connected to the outer side surface of the hopper. The fixed seat is arranged on the frame, and the hopper is rotatably connected to the fixed seat through the positioning shaft. The transmission rod is used to drive the hopper to rotate around the axial direction of the support shaft.
6. The shuttle type automatic feeding system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The shuttle feeding vehicle also includes a guide assembly, which includes four guide wheels that are symmetrical in pairs. The axis directions of the guide wheels are perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the guide wheels are in contact with the inner surface of the support frame track.
7. The shuttle type automatic feeding system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The loading station of the support frame is provided with a guide cover, the opening of the guide cover is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom and is provided with an inclined guide surface.