Adjustable lateral moving rotator for forklift

The motor-driven screw and gear meshing mechanism of the adjustable side-shift rotator can realize flexible adjustment of the fork head distance, solve the problem of inconvenient fork head distance during forklift transportation, and improve the applicability and transportation efficiency of the forklift.

CN223385845UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-26FUJIAN WANDONG INTELLIGENT EQUIP MFG CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422811774.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-19
Publication Date
2025-09-26
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-19

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Technical Problem

When carrying goods, the existing forklift side shift rotator is difficult to adjust the distance between the forks and requires special tools, which makes the operation inconvenient.

Method used

An adjustable side shift rotator is used to change the fork head distance by rotating the lead screw driven by a motor, and the front frame is rotated by the engagement of the gear and the gear ring, and the flexible adjustment of the fork head distance is achieved in combination with the locking assembly.

Benefits of technology

Improve the applicability and handling efficiency of forklifts, adapt to different working environments and task requirements, and avoid operational inconveniences caused by the inadaptability of fork head distance.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of forklifts, and particularly relates to an adjustable lateral movement rotator for a forklift, which comprises a rear plate, the back of the rear plate is fixedly connected with a fixing part, the rear plate is provided with a front frame through a locking assembly, the front frame is fixedly connected with a mounting block through an adjusting mechanism, the side of the mounting block is provided with a third threaded hole, and the third threaded hole is provided with a second threaded hole. According to the forklift, the motor is installed to drive the lead screw to rotate, so that the distance between the moving blocks is flexibly changed, then the distance between the fork heads is changed, the applicability of the forklift is improved, meanwhile, the gear is driven by the second motor to rotate, and the fork heads are driven by the second motor to rotate. The locking assembly is matched, the gear is meshed with the gear ring, the front frame is driven to rotate relative to the rear plate, the forklift can adapt to different working environments and task requirements, and the flexibility and carrying efficiency of the forklift are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of forklifts, in particular to an adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift. Background Art

[0002] The forklift side shift rotator is an important accessory on the forklift. Through the side shift and rotation functions, the forklift can adapt to different working environments and task requirements, improve the forklift's flexibility and handling efficiency, and can be operated more accurately to avoid damage to the goods due to misoperation.

[0003] In the prior art, a side shift rotator for a forklift is disclosed in announcement number CN215558783U. The device is provided with an annular rotation groove on the other side of the rear panel, and a first annular plate is rotatably connected in the rotation groove. The first annular plate is detachably connected to the front panel. A driving device is also connected to the rear panel, and the driving device is used to drive the front panel to rotate. Not only can the front panel be driven to rotate by the driving device, thereby realizing the rotation of the goods, but the front panel is also easy to install and disassemble, which is very convenient during transportation and maintenance.

[0004] However, there are the following problems in the implementation of related technologies: when transporting goods, the distance between the forks is inconvenient to adjust. If the forks are not removed to change the distance between the forks, special transport tools are required for transporting, which is very inconvenient. In view of this, an adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift is provided to overcome the above-mentioned defects. Utility Model Content

[0005] The utility model provides an adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift in order to solve at least one of the above technical problems.

[0006] The utility model achieves the above-mentioned purpose through the following technical solutions: an adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift, comprising a rear plate, a fixing piece fixedly connected to the back side of the rear plate, the rear plate being mounted to a front frame via a locking assembly, the front frame being fixedly connected to a mounting block via an adjustment mechanism, a third threaded hole being provided on the side of the mounting block, and a drive assembly for controlling the relative rotation of the front frame and the rear plate being fixedly connected to the surface of the front frame.

[0007] As a further solution of the utility model:

[0008] The locking assembly includes a ring groove, which is arranged on the inner side of the rear plate. A convex ring is rotatably connected in the ring groove. The end of the convex ring is fixedly connected to a fixing ring. A first threaded hole is provided on the surface of the fixing ring. The fixing ring is fixedly connected to the mounting ring by a bolt. A second threaded hole is provided on the surface of the mounting ring to cooperate with the bolt.

[0009] As a further solution of the utility model:

[0010] The driving assembly includes a first motor, the side of the first motor is fixedly connected to the front frame, the output end of the first motor passes through the front frame and is fixedly connected to a gear, a gear ring is provided on the side of the rear plate, and the gear is engaged with the surface of the gear ring.

[0011] As a further solution of the utility model:

[0012] The drive assembly is provided with two groups.

[0013] As a further solution of the utility model:

[0014] The adjusting mechanism includes a screw rod, which is rotatably connected to the front frame, and the end of the screw rod passes through the front frame and is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor. The side of the second motor is fixedly connected to the front frame. The surface of the screw rod is threadedly connected to a moving block, and the surface of the moving block is fixedly connected to the mounting block. The inner side of the front frame is fixedly connected to a fixed column, and the surface of the fixed column is slidably connected to the moving block.

[0015] As a further solution of the utility model:

[0016] The threads at both ends of the screw rod surface are in opposite directions.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: by installing a motor to drive the screw to rotate, the distance between the moving blocks and then the distance between the fork heads can be flexibly changed, thereby improving the applicability of the forklift; at the same time, the second motor drives the gear to rotate, and cooperates with the locking assembly, the gear and the gear ring engage, driving the front frame to rotate relative to the rear plate, so that the forklift can adapt to different working environments and task requirements, thereby improving the flexibility and handling efficiency of the forklift. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear plate structure of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the split structure of the rear panel of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the front plate structure of the present utility model.

[0022] In the picture:

[0023] 1. Back panel; 2. Fixing parts;

[0024] 3. Locking assembly; 301. Ring groove; 302. Gear ring; 303. Fixing ring; 304. Raised ring; 305. First threaded hole; 306. Mounting ring; 307. Bolt; 308. Second threaded hole; 309. Gear; 310. First motor;

[0025] 4. Front frame; 5. Fixed column; 6. Screw; 7. Moving block; 8. Mounting block; 9. Third threaded hole; 10. Second motor. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only 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 ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] Example 1

[0028] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, an adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift includes a rear plate 1, a fixing member 2 is fixedly connected to the back of the rear plate 1, the rear plate 1 is mounted on a front frame 4 through a locking assembly 3, the front frame 4 is fixedly connected to a mounting block 8 through an adjustment mechanism, a third threaded hole 9 is opened on the side of the mounting block 8, and a drive assembly for controlling the relative rotation of the front frame 4 and the rear plate 1 is fixedly connected to the surface of the front frame 4.

[0029] Example 2

[0030] In addition to all the technical features of the first embodiment, this embodiment also includes:

[0031] The locking assembly 3 includes an annular groove 301, which is provided on the inner side of the rear plate 1. A convex ring 304 is rotatably connected in the annular groove 301. The end of the convex ring 304 is fixedly connected to the fixing ring 303. A first threaded hole 305 is provided on the surface of the fixing ring 303. The fixing ring 303 is fixedly connected to the mounting ring 306 by a bolt 307. A second threaded hole 308 is provided on the surface of the mounting ring 306 to cooperate with the bolt 307. The driving assembly includes a first motor 310. The side of the first motor 310 is fixedly connected to the front frame 4. The output end of the first motor 310 passes through the front frame 4 and is fixedly connected to the gear 309. A gear ring 302 is provided on the side of the rear plate 1. The gear 309 is meshed with the surface of the gear ring 302. The driving assembly is provided with two groups. The provision of two groups can improve the stability of the front frame 4 when rotating relative to the rear plate 1.

[0032] Example 3

[0033] In addition to all the technical features of the first embodiment, this embodiment also includes:

[0034] The adjusting mechanism includes a screw rod 6, which is rotatably connected to the front frame 4. The end of the screw rod 6 passes through the front frame 4 and is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor 10. The side of the second motor 10 is fixedly connected to the front frame 4. The surface of the screw rod 6 is threadedly connected to a moving block 7, and the surface of the moving block 7 is fixedly connected to the mounting block 8. The inner side of the front frame 4 is fixedly connected to a fixed column 5, and the surface of the fixed column 5 is slidably connected to the moving block 7. The threads at both ends of the surface of the screw rod 6 are in opposite directions, so that the moving block 7 threadedly connected to the surface of the screw rod 6 is relatively far away or close.

[0035] Working principle: Connect the fixing part 2 to the forklift, and a ring groove 301 is provided on the surface of the rear plate. The ring groove 301 is rotatably connected to the convex ring 304, and the convex ring 304 is fixedly connected to the fixing ring 303. The fixing ring 303 is fixedly connected to the mounting ring 306 by a bolt 307, so that the front frame 4 and the rear plate 1 can rotate relative to each other. The first motor 310 drives the gear 309 to rotate, and the gear 309 engages with the gear ring 302, so that the first motor 310 drives the front frame 4 and the rear plate 1 to rotate relative to each other, and the second motor 10 drives the screw rod 6 to rotate. The threads at both ends of the screw rod 6 are in opposite directions, so that the moving block 7 threadedly connected to the surface of the screw rod 6 is relatively far away or close, thereby changing the distance between the fork heads, so that the forklift can adapt to different working environments and task requirements, and improve the flexibility and handling efficiency of the forklift.

[0036] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above and that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of the present invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as illustrative and non-restrictive, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims, not the foregoing description, and all variations within the meaning and range of equivalents of the claims are intended to be encompassed within the present invention. Any reference sign in a claim should not be construed as limiting the claim to which it relates.

[0037] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described in terms of implementation methods, not every implementation method contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative method of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. An adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift, comprising a rear plate (1), a fixing member (2) being fixedly connected to the back of the rear plate (1), characterized in that: The rear plate (1) is mounted on a front frame (4) via a locking assembly (3); the front frame (4) is fixedly connected to a mounting block (8) via an adjustment mechanism; a third threaded hole (9) is provided on a side surface of the mounting block (8); and a driving assembly for controlling relative rotation between the front frame (4) and the rear plate (1) is fixedly connected to a surface of the front frame (4); The adjusting mechanism comprises a screw rod (6), the screw rod (6) is rotatably connected to the front frame (4), the end of the screw rod (6) passes through the front frame (4) and is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor (10), the side of the second motor (10) is fixedly connected to the front frame (4), the surface of the screw rod (6) is threadedly connected to a moving block (7), the surface of the moving block (7) is fixedly connected to a mounting block (8), the inner side surface of the front frame (4) is fixedly connected to a fixed column (5), and the surface of the fixed column (5) is slidably connected to the moving block (7); The threads at both ends of the screw rod (6) are in opposite directions.

2. The adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking assembly (3) comprises an annular groove (301), the annular groove (301) being provided on the inner side of the rear plate (1), a convex ring (304) being rotatably connected in the annular groove (301), an end of the convex ring (304) being fixedly connected to a fixing ring (303), a first threaded hole (305) being provided on the surface of the fixing ring (303), the fixing ring (303) being fixedly connected to a mounting ring (306) via a bolt (307), and a second threaded hole (308) being provided on the surface of the mounting ring (306) for cooperating with the bolt (307).

3. The adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift according to claim 2, characterized in that: The driving assembly comprises a first motor (310), the side of the first motor (310) is fixedly connected to the front frame (4), the output end of the first motor (310) passes through the front frame (4) and is fixedly connected to a gear (309), a gear ring (302) is provided on the side of the rear plate (1), and the gear (309) is meshed with the surface of the gear ring (302).

4. The adjustable side shift rotator for a forklift according to claim 2, characterized in that: The drive assembly is provided with two groups.

Citation Information

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  • Lateral movement rotator for forklift

    CN215558783U