Material conveying device and jet printing equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses a material conveying device and a jet printing device, and the material conveying device comprises a first material conveying mechanism which comprises a first clamp used for fixing a product, a first translation assembly used for installing the first clamp, and a first lifting assembly connected with the first translation assembly; the second material conveying mechanism and the first material conveying mechanism are oppositely arranged, and the second material conveying mechanism comprises a second clamp used for fixing the product, a second translation assembly used for installing the second clamp and a second lifting assembly connected with the second translation assembly; the first clamp and the second clamp are located between the first material conveying mechanism and the second material conveying mechanism, and the movement track of the first clamp and the movement track of the second clamp coincide so that products of the first clamp and products of the second clamp can be sequentially located at to-be-machined positions. According to the material conveying device and the jet printing equipment, products can be stable, the jet printing requirement can be met, meanwhile, the operation speed is high, and the production efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of inkjet printing, and in particular to a material conveying device and inkjet printing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] To improve printing efficiency, production lines are usually used. Production lines have a circulating conveyor chain with multiple clamps installed on it. The clamps are used to fix the products to be printed. Then, the clamps pass through each station of the printing equipment in sequence to complete the printing work on the products. After that, the products are removed from the clamps, and then the clamps return to the starting point to start again.

[0003] To facilitate printing, air conditioner indoor unit frames are usually laid horizontally with the printhead positioned on one side of the product, allowing the side of the product to be printed horizontally.

[0004] When printing products, the above technical solution also requires fixing the fixture, that is, at least partially fixing the circulating conveyor chain to ensure printing quality.

[0005] However, this affects the operating speed of the conveyor chain, making rapid production impossible and reducing production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0006] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a material conveying device that can stabilize products, meet printing requirements, and simultaneously achieve high operating speed, thereby improving production efficiency.

[0007] This utility model also proposes a printing device with the above-mentioned material conveying device.

[0008] The material conveying device according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention includes:

[0009] The first material conveying mechanism includes a first clamp for fixing the product, a first translation component for mounting the first clamp, and a first lifting component connected to the first translation component.

[0010] The second material conveying mechanism is disposed opposite to the first material conveying mechanism. The second material conveying mechanism includes a second clamp for fixing the product, a second translation component for installing the second clamp, and a second lifting component for connecting the second translation component.

[0011] The first fixture and the second fixture are located between the first material conveying mechanism and the second material conveying mechanism, and the movement trajectories of the first fixture and the second fixture overlap, so that the product of the first fixture and the product of the second fixture are sequentially placed in the processing position.

[0012] The material conveying device according to the embodiments of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0013] By setting up a first material conveying mechanism and a second material conveying mechanism, the first clamp and the second clamp can be moved horizontally and vertically, realizing the cyclic reciprocation of the first clamp and the second clamp. This can not only achieve continuous product supply, but also reduce the number of clamps and reduce manufacturing costs.

[0014] This invention includes a first clamp for fixing the product, a first translation component for mounting the first clamp, and a first lifting component connecting the first translation component in the first material conveying mechanism; and a second clamp for fixing the product, a second translation component for mounting the second clamp, and a second lifting component connecting the second translation component in the second material conveying mechanism. Therefore, compared with the prior art, the first clamp and the second clamp are positioned accurately and stably, and will not move arbitrarily, thus meeting the needs of product printing.

[0015] Meanwhile, the first material conveying mechanism includes a first translation component and a first lifting component, and the second material conveying mechanism includes a second translation component and a second lifting component, which also makes the first material conveying mechanism and the second material conveying mechanism simple in structure and low in manufacturing cost.

[0016] Meanwhile, the first and second material conveying mechanisms will not produce displacements perpendicular to the translation direction of the first and second translation components. Therefore, it is convenient to arrange the printing mechanism on one side of the first or second translation component. Furthermore, it makes it difficult for the position of the fixture and the printing part to change, thus ensuring that the distance between the product and the printing part is consistent and guaranteeing the printing quality.

[0017] Meanwhile, the movements of the first fixture and the second fixture are independent of each other. Therefore, the time that the first fixture and the second fixture stay at each station of the printing section can be different, which can meet the needs of the printing process and avoid the production efficiency of the printing process being limited by the station with the longest time consumption.

[0018] In other words, when the first fixture is at the most time-consuming workstation, the second fixture can move multiple times to complete other processing steps without needing to move synchronously with the first fixture. Therefore, rapid production can be achieved, and efficiency can be improved.

[0019] This utility model also provides a printing device, which has the above-mentioned beneficial effects.

[0020] According to a first aspect embodiment of the material conveying device of the present invention, the first translation component includes a first crossbeam and a first transverse component that moves along the first crossbeam. The first transverse component is provided with a first longitudinal arm, and the top of the first longitudinal arm is provided with a first clamp. The first lifting component includes two first columns, which are located at both ends of the first crossbeam. The first columns are slidably connected to both ends of the first crossbeam. The first columns are provided with a screw drive structure for driving the first crossbeam to lift.

[0021] According to a first aspect of the present invention, the material conveying device further includes a feeding mechanism, which includes a lifting and translating feeding clamp that can place the product in the first clamp and the second clamp.

[0022] According to a first aspect of the present invention, the material conveying device further includes a feeding mechanism, which includes a lifting and translating feeding clamp that can remove the product from the first clamp and the second clamp.

[0023] According to a first aspect of the present invention, the material conveying device includes an loading clamp and a unloading clamp, wherein the loading clamp or the unloading clamp is used to clamp the product along the length direction of the product.

[0024] According to a first aspect of the present invention, the first clamp includes a lifting component capable of lifting a first side of the product to adjust the side tilt of the product.

[0025] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the first clamp includes a clamping assembly for clamping a second side of a product, the second side and the first side being located on opposite sides of the product.

[0026] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the material handling device includes a reference clamp and a movable clamp, the reference clamp and the movable clamp being used to cooperate in clamping the second side, the reference clamp being used to abut the outer side of the second side, and the movable clamp being used to abut the inner side of the second side.

[0027] According to a first aspect embodiment of the material handling device of the present invention, the first clamp further includes a clamping assembly for clamping a third side of the product, the third side being disposed adjacent to the first side and the second side.

[0028] The inkjet printing equipment according to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention includes the material feeding device described in any one of the above claims.

[0029] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0030] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the material conveying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0032] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the unloading mechanism of the material conveying device;

[0033] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the first material conveying mechanism of the material conveying device;

[0034] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first clamp of the first material conveying mechanism.

[0035] Reference numerals: First material conveying mechanism 100; First clamp 110; First translation component 120; First lifting component 130; Second material conveying mechanism 140; Second clamp 150; Second translation component 160; Second lifting component 170; First crossbeam 180; First transverse component 190; First longitudinal arm 200; First column 210; Loading mechanism 220; Unloading mechanism 230; Lifting component 240; Clamping component 250; Base clamp 260; Movable clamp 270; Edge clamping component 280; Corona discharge device 290. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" and "second" are mentioned, this is only for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features or the order of the indicated technical features.

[0039] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation, connection, and linkage" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0040] The following describes, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a material conveying device and a printing equipment according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0041] Reference Figure 1 The present invention aims to provide an embodiment of a material conveying device, which may be part of a printing equipment. Therefore, the present invention also aims to provide an embodiment of a printing equipment, which includes a material conveying device.

[0042] Compared with existing technologies, the material conveying device of this invention can stabilize products and meet printing requirements, while also having a high operating speed and improving production efficiency. Furthermore, the printing equipment of this invention, by applying the aforementioned material conveying device, can achieve side printing, ensuring printing quality, and also has high printing production efficiency.

[0043] Reference Figure 1 In this embodiment, the material conveying device mainly includes a feeding mechanism 220, a discharging mechanism 230, and a material conveying section.

[0044] For ease of understanding, Figure 1 The corona device 290 for the printing section is also shown.

[0045] The feeding mechanism 220 is used to move the product from the feeding conveyor line to the clamp of the conveying section, and the feeding mechanism 220 is used to move the product from the clamp of the conveying section to the unloading conveyor line, so as to realize automated conveying, reduce labor, and reduce costs.

[0046] In some specific embodiments of the present invention, the feeding mechanism 220 may include a lifting and translating feeding clamp that can place the product in the first clamp 110 and the second clamp 150.

[0047] It is easy to understand that by setting up a lifting and translating loading clamp in this embodiment, it is also convenient to quickly place the product on the first clamp 110 by lifting and translating. At the same time, it also allows the material conveying part and the loading conveyor line to be set closer, making the printing equipment structure compact and helping to reduce the footprint.

[0048] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the translation direction of the feeding clamp can be unidirectional to simplify the configuration of the feeding mechanism 220 and reduce costs.

[0049] Reference Figure 2 In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the unloading mechanism 230 may include an unloading clamp that can be lifted and translated, which can remove the product from the first clamp 110 and the second clamp 150.

[0050] It is easy to understand that by setting the unloading mechanism 230 to refer to the loading mechanism 220, this embodiment can reduce the specifications of parts and reduce the difficulty of maintenance.

[0051] Therefore, it can also be used Figure 2 Go and understand the structural details of the feeding mechanism 220.

[0052] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the material conveying device may include an loading clamp and a unloading clamp, which are used to clamp the product along the length direction of the product.

[0053] It is easy to understand that this embodiment improves material handling stability and prevents the product from flipping by clamping it along the length of the product.

[0054] For the material transportation section, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 The material handling section includes a first material handling mechanism 100 and a second material handling mechanism 140.

[0055] The first material conveying mechanism 100 includes a first clamp 110 for fixing the product, a first translation component 120 for installing the first clamp 110, and a first lifting component 130 for connecting the first translation component 120.

[0056] The second material conveying mechanism 140 is disposed opposite to the first material conveying mechanism 100. The second material conveying mechanism 140 includes a second clamp 150 for fixing the product, a second translation component 160 for installing the second clamp 150, and a second lifting component 170 for connecting the second translation component 160.

[0057] In terms of arrangement, the first clamp 110 and the second clamp 150 are located between the first material conveying mechanism 100 and the second material conveying mechanism 140.

[0058] During operation, the movement trajectories of the first fixture 110 and the second fixture 150 overlap, so that the products of the first fixture 110 and the second fixture 150 are sequentially placed in the processing position.

[0059] In summary, by setting up a first material conveying mechanism 100, the first clamp 110 and the second clamp 150 can be translated and lifted, realizing the cyclic reciprocating motion of the first clamp 110 and the second clamp 150. This not only enables continuous product supply but also reduces the number of clamps and lowers manufacturing costs.

[0060] This invention includes a first clamp 110 for fixing the product, a first translation component 120 for mounting the first clamp 110, and a first lifting component 130 connecting the first translation component 120 in the first material conveying mechanism 100; and a second material conveying mechanism 140 includes a second clamp 150 for fixing the product, a second translation component 160 for mounting the second clamp 150, and a second lifting component 170 connecting the second translation component 160. Therefore, compared with the prior art, the first clamp 110 and the second clamp 150 are precisely and stably positioned and will not move arbitrarily, thus meeting the needs of product printing.

[0061] Meanwhile, the first material conveying mechanism 100 includes a first translation component 120 and a first lifting component 130, and the second material conveying mechanism 140 includes a second translation component 160 and a second lifting component 170, which also makes the first material conveying mechanism 100 and the second material conveying mechanism 140 simple in structure and low in manufacturing cost.

[0062] Meanwhile, the first material conveying mechanism 100 and the second material conveying mechanism 140 will not produce displacement perpendicular to the translation direction of the first translation component 120 and the second translation component 160. Therefore, it is convenient to arrange the printing mechanism on one side of the first translation component 120 or the second translation component 160. Furthermore, it makes it difficult for the position of the fixture and the printing part to change. Therefore, the distance between the product and the printing part is consistent, ensuring the printing quality.

[0063] Meanwhile, the movements of the first fixture 110 and the second fixture 150 are independent of each other. Therefore, the time that the first fixture 110 and the second fixture 150 stay at each station of the printing section can be different, which can meet the needs of the printing process and avoid the production efficiency of the printing process being limited by the station with the longest time consumption.

[0064] In other words, when the first fixture 110 is at the most time-consuming position, the second fixture 150 can move multiple times to complete other processing steps without needing to move synchronously with the first fixture 110. Therefore, rapid production can be achieved and efficiency can be improved.

[0065] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the first translation component 120 may include a first crossbeam 180 and a first transverse component 190 that moves along the first crossbeam 180. The first transverse component 190 is provided with a first longitudinal arm 200, and a first clamp 110 is provided at the top of the first longitudinal arm 200.

[0066] It is easy to understand that, in this embodiment, by setting a first crossbeam 180 and a first transverse member 190 that moves along the first crossbeam 180, the length of the first crossbeam 180 can ensure that the first transverse member 190 has a long travel distance, thus meeting the needs of the first fixture 110 for transfer at each station in the printing section.

[0067] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the first lifting assembly 130 may include two first columns 210, which are located at both ends of the first crossbeam 180, and the first columns 210 are slidably connected to both ends of the first crossbeam 180.

[0068] It is easy to understand that by setting two first columns 210, the two ends of the first crossbeam 180 can be supported, avoiding the first crossbeam 180 from being subjected to force in a cantilever manner, and avoiding the weight of the first crossbeam 180 from affecting the stability of the material conveying mechanism. At the same time, it can also reduce the strength requirements of the first crossbeam 180 and reduce manufacturing costs.

[0069] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the first column 210 can be provided with a screw drive structure for driving the first crossbeam 180 to rise and fall. The screw drive structure includes a motor, a screw driven by the motor to rotate, and a screw sleeve that engages the screw. The screw sleeve is fixed to the first crossbeam 180, which can realize the precise rise and fall of the first crossbeam 180 and improve the printing position accuracy.

[0070] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the translation drive structure of the first transverse member 190 can be referenced to the screw drive structure.

[0071] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the translation drive structure of the first transverse member 190 can include a gear and rack structure, eliminating the need for a long screw, reducing manufacturing difficulty and cost, and also reducing space occupation.

[0072] Reference Figure 4 In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the first clamp 110 may include a lifting component 240, which can lift the first side of the product to adjust the side tilt of the product.

[0073] It is easy to understand that, by setting up the lifting component 240, the first side of the product can be lifted, so that the side tilt of the product can be adjusted to match or adapt to the printing part, thereby ensuring the printing quality.

[0074] Due to the manufacturing process, most of the products are injection molded parts. The side of the product has a draft angle relative to the placement surface. That is, when the product is placed in the first fixture 110, the surface to be printed is tilted and not perpendicular to the corona device 290. As a result, the printed pattern will be deformed, affecting the printing quality.

[0075] In this embodiment, the lifting component 240 can be set to adjust the angle of the surface to be printed, so that the surface to be printed is perpendicular to the corona device 290, thereby improving or ensuring the printing quality.

[0076] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the first clamp 110 may include a clamping assembly 250, which is used to clamp the second side of the product, and the second side and the first side are located on opposite sides of the product.

[0077] It is easy to understand that by setting the clamping component 250, this embodiment can also facilitate the positioning and fixing of the second side of the product, avoid raising the first side and causing unpredictable changes in the position of the product, avoid changes in the distance between the printing surface and the corona device 290 that exceed expectations, and avoid affecting the printing quality, such as the printing force.

[0078] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the clamping assembly 250 may include a reference clamp 260 and a movable clamp 270. The reference clamp 260 and the movable clamp 270 are used to clamp the second side. The reference clamp 260 is used to abut the outer side of the second side, and the movable clamp 270 is used to abut the inner side of the second side.

[0079] It is easy to understand that by setting the reference clamp 260, the product can be accurately positioned, making the product position precise. The movable clamp 270 can move inside the product without increasing the space occupied, making the first clamp 110 compact and occupying little space.

[0080] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the reference clamp 260 can be adjusted or tilted to correspond to the reference surface of the product.

[0081] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the first clamp 110 may further include a clamping edge assembly 280, which is used to clamp the third side of the product, and the third side is arranged adjacent to the first side and the second side.

[0082] It is easy to understand that, by setting the clamping component 280, this embodiment also limits the third side of the product to prevent the product from deforming due to printing pressure.

[0083] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, the number of clamping components 280 can be two to clamp two opposite third sides, so that the product is less deformed during printing and printing quality is guaranteed.

[0084] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0085] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc. (if applicable) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments described herein can be implemented in a sequence other than that illustrated or described herein.

[0086] It should also be noted that, in the description of this specification, relational terms such as first and second are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations.

[0087] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may also include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0088] Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0089] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A material conveying device, characterized in that, include: The first material conveying mechanism (100) includes a first clamp (110) for fixing the product, a first translation component (120) for mounting the first clamp (110), and a first lifting component (130) connected to the first translation component (120). The second material conveying mechanism (140) is disposed opposite to the first material conveying mechanism (100). The second material conveying mechanism (140) includes a second clamp (150) for fixing the product, a second translation component (160) for mounting the second clamp (150), and a second lifting component (170) connecting the second translation component (160). The first clamp (110) and the second clamp (150) are located between the first material handling mechanism (100) and the second material handling mechanism (140). The movement trajectories of the first clamp (110) and the second clamp (150) overlap, so that the products of the first clamp (110) and the products of the second clamp (150) are sequentially placed in the processing position.

2. The material conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first translation component (120) includes a first crossbeam (180) and a first transverse component (190) that moves along the first crossbeam (180). The first transverse component (190) is provided with a first longitudinal arm (200). The first clamp (110) is provided on the top of the first longitudinal arm (200). The first lifting component (130) includes two first columns (210). The two first columns (210) are located at both ends of the first crossbeam (180). The first columns (210) are slidably connected to both ends of the first crossbeam (180). The first columns (210) are provided with a screw drive structure for driving the first crossbeam (180) to rise and fall.

3. The material conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material handling device further includes a feeding mechanism (220), which includes a lifting and translating feeding clamp that can place the product in the first clamp (110) and the second clamp (150).

4. The material conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material handling device further includes a feeding mechanism (230), which includes a lifting and translating feeding clamp that can remove the product from the first clamp (110) and the second clamp (150).

5. The material conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material handling device includes an loading clamp and a unloading clamp, which are used to clamp the product along its length.

6. The material conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first clamp (110) includes a lifting assembly (240) capable of lifting a first side of the product to adjust the side tilt of the product.

7. The material conveying device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first clamp (110) includes a clamping assembly (250) for clamping a second side of the product, the second side and the first side being located on opposite sides of the product.

8. The material conveying device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The clamping assembly (250) includes a reference clamp (260) and a movable clamp (270), the reference clamp (260) and the movable clamp (270) are used to clamp the second side, the reference clamp (260) is used to abut the outer side of the second side, and the movable clamp (270) is used to abut the inner side of the second side.

9. The material conveying device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first clamp (110) further includes a clamping assembly (280) for clamping a third side of the product, the third side being disposed adjacent to the first side and the second side.

10. A printing equipment, characterized in that, Includes the material conveying device as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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