Automatic standing device

The automatic erection device enables the automated erection and conveying of hot-rolled springs, solving the problem of time-consuming and labor-intensive traditional manual operation, improving production efficiency and safety, and realizing the online operation of tempering and erection processes.

CN223509918UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-04JINAGSU ZHENHUA RAIL TRANSIT EQUIP CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423043839.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-10
Publication Date
2025-11-04
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-10

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In traditional hot-rolled spring manufacturing, the erection process requires manual operation, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Furthermore, the hydraulic press is a stand-alone design and cannot be connected to the tempering process, resulting in production inconvenience.

Method used

Design an automatic spring erection device, including a tempering furnace, a water cooling zone, a conveyor chain, a robot, a positioning cylinder, and a hydraulic press, to realize the automatic erection and conveying of springs. A dual-station hydraulic press is used for the automatic compression and framing of springs, and a robot is used for loading and unloading operations.

Benefits of technology

The process of spring setting has been automated, which has improved production efficiency, reduced labor costs, enhanced equipment safety, ensured operator safety, and enabled the online operation of tempering and setting processes.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of hot coil spring machining, and particularly relates to an automatic standing device which comprises a supporting bottom, a tempering furnace is arranged at the upper end of the supporting bottom, a water cooling area is arranged at the upper end of the supporting bottom and located on the right side of the tempering furnace, and a conveying chain is arranged at the upper end of the supporting bottom and located on the right side of the water cooling area. According to the utility model, on-line operation is carried out through tempering and standing, namely, the tempered spring is directly standing, the process from tempering to standing to framing is automatically carried out, manual intervention is not needed in the process, the hydraulic machine adopts double stations and can move left and right, and when one spring stands, feeding and discharging operation can be carried out on the other station, so that the production efficiency is greatly improved. Spring feeding and discharging are conducted through a robot, a robot grabbing device adopts three pneumatic clamping jaws, and the grabbing position is the inner ring of the spring; the transfer frames are standard in size, the two transfer frames are used in turn, and a pneumatic clamping mode is adopted for fixing in a positioning mode.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of hot-rolled spring processing technology, specifically an automatic standing device. Background Technology

[0002] In the hot-rolled spring manufacturing process, there is usually a standing process after tempering, which involves compressing the spring several times to eliminate deformation during use.

[0003] The traditional method involves manually placing the springs on a single-column or four-column hydraulic press for compression, and then manually removing the springs for framing. This is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Furthermore, the hydraulic press is a stand-alone design and cannot be used in conjunction with the tempering process, which causes inconvenience in terms of turnover and production. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic erection device, which solves the problems of manually placing springs on a single-column or four-column hydraulic press for compression, and then manually removing the springs for framing after compression, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive; moreover, the hydraulic press is a stand-alone design and cannot be connected to the tempering process, which causes many inconveniences in turnover and production.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic standing device, comprising a support base, a tempering furnace disposed at the upper end of the support base, a water cooling zone disposed at the upper end of the support base and to the right of the tempering furnace, a conveyor chain disposed at the upper end of the support base and to the right of the water cooling zone, an optical grating disposed on the conveyor chain, a robot disposed at the upper end of the support base, a transfer frame disposed at the upper end of the support base, a positioning cylinder disposed on the transfer frame, an electrical control box disposed at the upper end of the support base, a guardrail disposed at the upper end of the support base, and a hydraulic press disposed on the support base.

[0006] Preferably, there are two transfer frames, which are symmetrically distributed on the support base. The transfer frames are designed to hold materials.

[0007] Preferably, each transfer frame has two positioning cylinders, which are symmetrically distributed on the transfer frame. The positioning cylinders are designed to position the transfer frame.

[0008] Preferably, the guardrail is fixedly connected to the grating and contacts the transfer frame. Through the design of the guardrail, it can protect the equipment.

[0009] Preferably, the guardrail is equipped with a gate, which allows for easy access into the equipment production chain.

[0010] Preferably, the hydraulic press includes a hydraulic press body, a pressure gauge, a protective door, a detection device, a guide rail, a button box, and a touch screen. The design of the hydraulic press body allows for the vertical compression processing of springs.

[0011] Preferably, a cooler is provided on the support base, and the cooler is electrically connected to the hydraulic press body. Through the design of the cooler, the hydraulic press body can be cooled.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0013] 1. This utility model integrates tempering and erection into a single operation. The tempered springs are directly erected, and the entire process from tempering to erection to frame assembly is automated without manual intervention. The hydraulic press is a dual-station, left-right movable type. While one spring is erected, loading and unloading operations can be performed on the other station. Both spring loading and unloading are performed by a robot. The robot's gripping device uses three pneumatic grippers, gripping the inner ring of the spring. The transfer frame is of standard size, and two transfer frames are used alternately. The positioning method is pneumatic clamping for fixation.

[0014] 2. This utility model features a water cooling zone located on the right side of the tempering furnace, which is responsible for cooling the flue gas; a conveyor chain for transporting the treated springs; and enhanced safety with guardrails and light gratings, ensuring operator safety and operational safety. The entire process is automated, improving efficiency and reducing labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 For the present utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a hydraulic press;

[0017] Figure 3 For the present utility model Figure 2 Side view.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Support base; 2. Tempering furnace; 21. Water cooling zone; 3. Conveyor chain; 4. Grating; 5. Robot; 6. Transfer frame; 7. Positioning cylinder; 8. Electrical control box; 9. Guardrail; 10. Guardrail gate; 11. Hydraulic press; 111. Main body of hydraulic press; 112. Cooler; 113. Pressure gauge; 114. Protective door; 115. Detection device; 116. Guide rail; 117. Button box; 1171. Touch screen. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0020] Please see Figure 1-3 An automatic standing device includes a support base 1, a tempering furnace 2 at the upper end of the support base 1, a water cooling zone 21 at the upper end of the support base 1 and to the right of the tempering furnace 2, a conveyor chain 3 at the upper end of the support base 1 and to the right of the water cooling zone 21, a grating 4 on the conveyor chain 3, a robot 5 at the upper end of the support base 1, and two transfer frames 6 at the upper end of the support base 1. The two transfer frames 6 are symmetrically distributed on the support base 1 and can be used to place materials.

[0021] Please see Figure 2-3 The transfer frame 6 is equipped with two positioning cylinders 7, which are symmetrically distributed on each transfer frame 6. The positioning cylinders 7 are used to position the transfer frame 6. An electrical control box 8 is installed at the upper end of the support base 1, and a guardrail 9 is also installed at the upper end of the support base 1. The guardrail 9 is fixedly connected to the grating 4 and contacts the transfer frame 6. The guardrail 9 provides protection for the equipment. A gate 10 is installed on the guardrail 9, allowing easy access to the equipment's production chain. A hydraulic press 11 is installed on the support base 1.

[0022] Please see Figure 2-3 The hydraulic press 11 includes a hydraulic press body 111, a cooler 112 is installed on the support base 1, the cooler 112 is electrically connected to the hydraulic press body 111, and the cooler 112 is designed to cool the hydraulic press body 111. The hydraulic press body 111 is equipped with a pressure gauge 113, a protective door 114, a detection device 115, a guide rail 116, and a button box 117, and a touch screen 1171. The hydraulic press body 111 is designed to perform vertical compression processing on springs.

[0023] The specific implementation process of this utility model is as follows: During use, the spring tempering temperature is approximately 450℃. After the spring is tempered and removed from the furnace, it enters the cooling zone, where it is cooled to room temperature by a cold water spray from the water cooling zone 21. After leaving the cooling zone, the spring rolls down under its own gravity and stops on the conveyor chain 3 after being blocked by the material blocking device. The conveyor chain 3 moves to the left until the spring stops at the grating sensor of the grating 4. Two empty material transfer frames 6 are placed in, and the left and right positioning cylinders 7 extend to clamp and position the frames. After receiving a signal, the robot 5 automatically grabs the spring and moves it to the first loading position (position one is on the right, and position two is on the left) of the hydraulic press body 111. The moving mechanism of the main body 111 moves to the left, positioning station one as the compression station. The hydraulic press 111 then performs a compression operation, with the compression height and number of compressions adjustable according to the product. Simultaneously, robot 5 grabs the second spring and places it on station two of the hydraulic press 111. After the spring at station one of the hydraulic press 111 is compressed and station two is loaded, the moving mechanism moves to the right, positioning station two as the compression station. The hydraulic press then performs another compression operation. Simultaneously, robot 5 automatically unloads the springs from station one and frames them. The number of frames is determined by the spring size; for example, for a certain TR40 spring, the number of frames is 6 × 5 × 4 = 120. After the springs at station one are unloaded, robot 5 grabs the next spring on the tempering conveyor chain 3 and places it on station one of the hydraulic press 111.

[0024] Repeat steps 3 to 5, and the standing motion will proceed automatically.

[0025] As the number of springs increases until the frame is full, robot 5 starts using another transfer frame 6 for unloading. At this point, the positioning cylinder 7 of the full transfer frame 6 is released, the transfer frame 6 is removed, and a new empty transfer frame 6 is replaced.

[0026] After the transfer frame 6 is placed in, the left and right positioning cylinders 7 extend to clamp and position the transfer frame 6. The transfer frame 6 adopts a dual design, which can be replaced when one transfer frame 6 is full, without causing production interruption when changing the transfer frame 6. The robot 5 is a KUKA KR210 robot, and the spring gripping device adopts a three-pneumatic gripper to grip the inner ring of the spring. The hydraulic press body 111 station adopts a detachable disc seat design, and the cone in the middle is the spring positioning device, which can be replaced according to the inner diameter of the spring, etc., to prevent the spring from tilting when moving left and right, when the robot 5 is loading and unloading, and when compressing.

[0027] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automatic standing device, comprising a support base (1), characterized in that: A tempering furnace (2) is provided at the upper end of the support base (1). A water cooling zone (21) is provided at the upper end of the support base (1) and to the right of the tempering furnace (2). A conveyor chain (3) is provided at the upper end of the support base (1) and to the right of the water cooling zone (21). A grating (4) is provided on the conveyor chain (3). A robot (5) is provided at the upper end of the support base (1). A transfer frame (6) is provided at the upper end of the support base (1). A positioning cylinder (7) is provided on the transfer frame (6). An electrical control box (8) is provided at the upper end of the support base (1). A guardrail (9) is provided at the upper end of the support base (1). A hydraulic press (11) is provided on the support base (1).

2. The automatic standing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the transfer frames (6) is two, and the two transfer frames (6) are symmetrically distributed on the support base (1).

3. The automatic standing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the transfer frames (6) has two positioning cylinders (7), which are symmetrically distributed on the transfer frames (6).

4. The automatic standing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guardrail (9) is fixedly connected to the grating (4), and the guardrail (9) is in contact with the transfer frame (6).

5. An automatic standing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guardrail (9) is equipped with a gate (10).

6. An automatic standing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hydraulic press (11) includes a hydraulic press body (111), a pressure gauge (113) is provided on the hydraulic press body (111), a protective door (114) is provided on the hydraulic press body (111), a detection device (115) is provided on the hydraulic press body (111), a guide rail (116) is provided on the hydraulic press body (111), a button box (117) is provided on the hydraulic press body (111), and a touch screen (1171) is provided on the button box (117).

7. An automatic standing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A cooler (112) is provided on the support base (1), and the cooler (112) is electrically connected to the hydraulic press body (111).