Production line of part thermal forming and laser processing device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a production line of a part thermal forming and laser processing device, which is used for processing a blank into a required product after thermal forming, and comprises a feeding table, a laser processing device and a laser processing device, the thermal forming module is used for heating the blank conveyed by the feeding table and then stamping the blank to form a semi-finished product, and the semi-finished product is provided with a flange edge; the conveying device is used for conveying semi-finished products formed by the thermal forming module; the laser processing modules are located on the two sides of the conveying direction of the conveying device and clamp the semi-finished products located on the conveying device, the semi-finished products are processed by the laser processing modules to form products, and the laser processing modules put the products back to the conveying device; and the stacking table is used for stacking products. According to the production line, input of blanks and output of products can be completed on one line, the occupied area of equipment is greatly reduced, transfer and storage of semi-finished products are reduced, the production cost is reduced, and the production efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of thermoforming technology, specifically to a production line for thermoforming and laser processing of parts. Background Technology

[0002] In modern manufacturing, thermoforming and laser cutting are important components of parts production. However, thermoforming equipment and laser cutting equipment are usually on separate production lines, and there is a lack of coordination between them.

[0003] Thermoforming equipment heats materials and uses molds to form parts. In the post-forming production process, semi-finished products usually need to be stacked and stored, awaiting further processing. Storage not only occupies a lot of factory space, but also places high demands on material management, resulting in the need for specially designed handling equipment for stacking and transfer, which increases the cost of equipment investment.

[0004] The loading and unloading process of existing laser cutting equipment usually relies on manual labor, which is not only labor-intensive, but also prone to quality instability or reduced production efficiency due to human error, further increasing process preparation time and production complexity.

[0005] Furthermore, the cutting fixtures and mechanical / manual fixtures currently in use have poor adaptability and cannot be applied to multiple products. Utility Model Content

[0006] To overcome the above shortcomings, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a production line for thermoforming and laser processing of parts, which can realize the input of blanks and the output of products on a single line, greatly reducing the equipment footprint, reducing the transfer and storage of semi-finished products, reducing production costs, and improving production efficiency.

[0007] Technical solution: This utility model discloses a production line for thermoforming and laser processing of parts, used to process blanks into desired products after thermoforming, including:

[0008] The loading platform is used to transport the blank;

[0009] A thermoforming module heats the blank transported by the loading table and then stamps it to form a semi-finished product, the semi-finished product having a flange edge;

[0010] A conveying device for conveying the semi-finished product formed by the thermoforming module;

[0011] A laser processing module, wherein several laser processing modules are located on both sides of the conveying direction of the conveying device, clamp the semi-finished product located on the conveying device, the semi-finished product is processed by the laser processing module to form the product, and the laser processing module puts the product back into the conveying device. The laser processing module can be used to cut and process different semi-finished products.

[0012] A palletizing table for stacking the products.

[0013] Furthermore, the loading platform is also equipped with a handling robot, which can be used to transport the blank on the loading platform to the thermoforming module for processing.

[0014] Furthermore, the thermoforming module includes several linearly arranged heating furnaces, a centering structure adjacent to the heating furnaces, and a press adjacent to the centering structure. After the billet is heated by the heating furnaces, the centering mechanism transfers the heated billet to the press, and the press stamps the billet.

[0015] Furthermore, a handling robot is provided at each end of the conveying device. The handling robot at the end closer to the thermoforming module is used to place the semi-finished product stamped by the thermoforming module onto the conveying device, and the handling robot at the end closer to the palletizing platform is used to stack the product formed after being processed by the laser processing module onto the palletizing platform.

[0016] Furthermore, the laser processing module includes a handling robot, a worktable, a cutting fixture, a positioning robot, and a fixing robot. The handling robot places the semi-finished product from the conveying device onto the worktable. The cutting fixture, the positioning robot, and the fixing robot are all mounted on the worktable. The positioning robot positions the semi-finished product, the fixing robot clamps the flange edge of the semi-finished product, and the cutting fixture cuts the semi-finished product.

[0017] Furthermore, the production line also includes a waste conveying line, which is connected to the laser processing module located on the same side of the conveying device, and a waste collection box is provided at one end facing the conveying direction of the waste conveying line.

[0018] Furthermore, the handling robot includes a support and a multi-axis gripper. The support is connected to the movable end of the handling robot, and the multi-axis gripper is mounted on the side of the support opposite to the handling robot.

[0019] Furthermore, the positioning robot includes a magnetic chuck, a positioning pin, and a detection device. The positioning pin is installed on the movable end of the positioning robot, and the magnetic chuck and the detection device are respectively installed on both sides of the positioning pin.

[0020] Furthermore, the fixed manipulator includes a fixed gripper and a camera. The fixed gripper is installed on the movable end of the fixed manipulator, and the camera is arranged adjacent to the fixed gripper.

[0021] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0022] (1) By integrating a feeding platform, thermoforming module, conveying device, laser processing module and palletizing platform into the production line, this utility model realizes full-process automation from raw material to finished product, greatly reduces the equipment footprint, reduces the transfer and storage of semi-finished products, reduces production costs and improves production efficiency.

[0023] (2) The laser processing module integrates a handling robot, a positioning robot, and a fixing robot, combined with cutting fixtures, to accurately position and process semi-finished products, which can meet the production needs of different parts;

[0024] (3) By integrating the thermoforming module and the laser processing module into the same production line, this utility model avoids the stacking and storage of thermoformed semi-finished products and the additional transportation requirements in the traditional process, saving space and handling costs, while improving production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0025] The accompanying drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this invention in any way. Furthermore, the shapes and proportions of the components in the drawings are merely schematic to aid in understanding the invention and do not specifically limit the shapes and proportions of the components. Those skilled in the art, under the guidance of this invention, can select various possible shapes and proportions to implement this invention according to specific circumstances. In the drawings:

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts described in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the laser processing module described in this utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the handling robot described in this utility model;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning robot arm described in this utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed robotic arm described in this utility model.

[0031] In the diagram: 1. Loading platform; 2. Thermoforming module; 21. Heating furnace; 22. Centering structure; 23. Press; 3. Conveying device; 4. Laser processing module; 41. Workbench; 42. Cutting fixture; 43. Positioning robot; 431. Magnetic chuck; 432. Positioning pin; 433. Detection device; 44. Fixed robot; 441. Fixed gripper; 442. Camera; 5. Palletizing platform; 61. Blank; 62. Semi-finished product; 63. Product; 7. Handling robot; 71. Support frame; 72. Multi-axis gripper; 8. Waste conveying line; 81. Waste collection box. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The present invention will be further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for 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. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. The implementation methods of this utility model will now be described based on its overall structure.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model discloses a production line for a thermoforming and laser processing device for parts, used to thermoform a blank 61 and process it into the desired product 63, including:

[0035] Loading platform 1, which is used to transport the blank 61;

[0036] Thermoforming module 2 heats the blank 61 transported by the loading table 1 and then stamps it to form a semi-finished product 62, which has a flange edge.

[0037] Conveying device 3, the conveying device 3 being used to convey the semi-finished product 62 formed by the thermoforming module 2;

[0038] Laser processing module 4, several of which are located on both sides of the conveying direction of the conveying device 3, clamps the semi-finished product 62 located on the conveying device 3, and the semi-finished product 62 is processed by the laser processing module 4 to form the product 63. The laser processing module 4 then puts the product 63 back into the conveying device 3. The laser processing module 4 can be used to cut and process different semi-finished products 62.

[0039] Palletizing table 5, which is used to stack the product 63.

[0040] Using the above structure, the blank 61 is destacking on the loading platform 1. The blank 61 can be transferred to the thermoforming module 2 manually or automatically. The thermoforming module 2 heats the blank 61 and then applies external force to the heated blank 61 using a stamping process, processing it into a semi-finished product 62 with a flange edge. The semi-finished product 62 is conveyed to the laser processing module 4 via the conveyor 3. The laser processing module 4 performs precise processing on the semi-finished product 62 (such as flange edge cutting), completing the transformation of the semi-finished product 62 into the finished product 63. The processed product 63 is placed back into the conveyor 3. The final product 63 is conveyed to the palletizing platform 5 via the conveyor 3, completing the stacking and preparing it for shipment.

[0041] Specifically, the thermoforming module 2 and the laser processing module 4 are integrated into the same production line via a conveyor device 3. Multiple laser processing modules 4 can be present, distributed on both sides of the conveyor device 3. These modules pick up the semi-finished product 62 conveyed on the conveyor device 3, perform laser cutting, and after converting the semi-finished product 62 into the finished product 63, the finished product 63 is returned to the conveyor device 3 for further conveying. Existing production lines typically separate thermoforming and laser cutting into two independent lines. When the blank 61 is processed by the thermoforming module 2 to form the semi-finished product 62, it needs to be stacked and stored. Furthermore, different products 63 require different handling fixtures for stacking. The existing laser processing module 4 requires manual loading and unloading, and different products 63 also require different cutting fixtures 42, resulting in low production efficiency.

[0042] In this embodiment, the loading platform 1 is equipped with at least one handling robot 7. The handling robot 7 can perform multi-angle movements to accurately grasp and transport the blank 61. Preferably, the handling robot 7 replaces manual handling, automatically completing the process of transporting the blank 61 from the loading platform 1 to the thermoforming module 2, reducing reliance on manual operation and significantly improving production efficiency and automation level. In addition, the handling robot 7 can adopt a multi-axis design and be equipped with flexible grippers to ensure accurate grasping and transport of the blank 61, avoiding misalignment and damage that may occur during manual handling, improving the accuracy of subsequent thermoforming processing and the quality of the product 63. Furthermore, the handling robot 7 can be seamlessly connected with the loading platform 1 and the thermoforming module 2 to achieve continuous transport of the blank 61, optimize the production process, and reduce connection problems in intermediate links.

[0043] In this embodiment, the thermoforming module 2 includes a heating furnace 21, a centering structure 22, and a press 23. Several heating furnaces 21 are arranged linearly to uniformly heat the blank 61. The heating furnaces 21 can adjust the heating temperature and time according to material requirements to ensure a stable heating process. The centering structure 22 serves as the connection between the heating furnaces 21 and the press 23. Installed between the heating furnaces 21 and the press 23, the centering structure 22 adjusts the position of the heated blank 61 to ensure that the blank 61 can accurately enter the press 23. The press 23 is installed after the centering structure 22 and is used to stamp and form the heated blank 61. The press 23 has a high-tonnage stamping capacity and can apply uniform pressure to the blank 61 to form a semi-finished product 62 of the desired shape. Preferably, the linearly arranged heating furnace 21 has a conveying function. The heating furnace 21 continuously heats the blank 61, ensuring uniform heating of the material, avoiding local overheating or underheating, improving the stability of the thermoforming process, and allowing the temperature and time to be adjusted according to the characteristics of different materials, adapting to the processing requirements of various blanks 61 and enhancing the flexibility of the process. The heating furnace 21, the centering structure 22, and the press 23 are arranged in sequence to form a continuous thermoforming process flow, reducing time waste in intermediate links and improving production efficiency.

[0044] In this embodiment, the conveyor 3 is located between the thermoforming module 2 and the palletizing station 5, and is responsible for transferring semi-finished products 62 and finished products 63 in the production line. The conveyor 3 can be in the form of a belt, chain, or roller, ensuring stability and continuity. A handling robot 7 near the thermoforming module 2 places the semi-finished products 62 formed by the thermoforming module 2 onto the conveyor 3, while a handling robot 7 near the palletizing station 5 stacks the finished products 63 processed by the laser processing module 4 onto the palletizing station 5. The robots at both ends of the conveyor 3 work in conjunction with the conveyor 3, providing efficient and real-time operation capabilities. The combined design of the handling robot 7 and the conveyor 3 reduces the need for additional stacking and transfer equipment, and the compact layout saves workshop space, facilitating the expansion and reconfiguration of the production line.

[0045] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the laser processing module 4 includes a handling robot 7, a worktable 41, a cutting fixture 42, a positioning robot 43, and a fixing robot 44. The handling robot 7 places the semi-finished product 62 from the conveying device 3 onto the worktable 41 without manual intervention. The positioning robot 43 and the fixing robot 44 work continuously with the cutting fixture 42, significantly shortening the loading, unloading, and positioning time and improving overall processing efficiency. The fixing robot 44 clamps the flange edge, reducing direct contact with the surface of the product 63, lowering the risk of scratches and damage to the surface of the product 63, and ensuring the appearance and performance of the product 63. The flexible design of the positioning robot 43 and the fixing robot 44 can adapt to semi-finished products 62 of different shapes and specifications. The cutting fixture 42 cuts the semi-finished product 62 with a laser, and the cutting path can be adjusted as needed to meet the needs of multi-variety, small-batch production. The worktable 41 has good stability, and with the multi-point fixing of the fixing robot 44 and the positioning robot 43, it effectively avoids displacement or vibration of the semi-finished product 62 during processing, ensuring the consistency of cutting.

[0046] In this embodiment, the production line also includes a waste conveyor line 8, which collects and transports waste materials (such as scraps and cutting residues) generated in the laser processing module 4. A waste collection box 81 is installed at the end of the waste conveyor line 8 to collect the waste materials transported by the conveyor line. One waste conveyor line 8 is used to collect waste materials generated by the laser processing module 4 located on the same side of the conveying device 3, reducing downtime caused by waste accumulation or cleaning, ensuring continuous operation of the production line, and improving equipment utilization.

[0047] like Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the handling robot 7 includes a support 71 and a multi-axis gripper 72. The main body of the handling robot 7 provides power and motion capabilities, supporting precise multi-degree-of-freedom operation. It typically includes a multi-joint linkage structure and servo motors, enabling flexible handling operations in multiple directions. The support 71 is connected to the movable end of the handling robot 7, providing support and stability, while also having the function of adjusting angle and position to ensure that the multi-axis gripper 72 can complete the handling task efficiently and accurately. The support 71 can be made of lightweight and high-strength materials to ensure rigidity and durability. The multi-axis gripper 72 is mounted on the side of the support 71 facing away from the robot body, serving as an end effector. The multi-axis design can adapt to objects of various shapes and sizes. The multi-axis gripper 72 is designed to be flexible and adaptable, preventing damage to the surface of the semi-finished product 62 during gripping, while ensuring precise gripping and handling.

[0048] like Figure 4As shown, in this embodiment, the positioning robot 43 includes a magnetic chuck 431, a positioning pin 432, and a detection device 433. The positioning pin 432 is installed on the movable end of the robot for precise positioning of the semi-finished product 62. The magnetic chuck 431 is installed on one side of the positioning pin 432, using magnetic force to attract the semi-finished product 62 and provide a stable clamping force. The detection device 433 cooperates with the magnetic chuck 431 and the positioning pin 432, and is installed on the other side of the positioning pin 432 for detecting the position and orientation of the semi-finished product 62 to ensure positioning accuracy. Preferably, the detection device 433 may include a sensor and a feedback system to monitor the deviation of the semi-finished product 62 in real time and make adjustments, thereby ensuring the stability of the semi-finished product 62 during processing. The positioning robot 43 can accurately and quickly complete the positioning task of the semi-finished product 62 in a dynamic environment, facilitating subsequent processing, improving the automation level and processing efficiency of the production line, and reducing product defects 63 caused by inaccurate positioning.

[0049] like Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the fixed manipulator 44 includes a fixed gripper 441 and a camera 442. The fixed gripper 441 is installed at the movable end of the fixed manipulator 44 and is responsible for gripping the flange edge of the semi-finished product 62 to fix the semi-finished product 62. The camera 442 is arranged adjacent to the fixed gripper 441, playing a role in real-time visual monitoring and image feedback, helping to accurately adjust the gripping position. Through the vision system, the camera 442 detects the position, shape, and gripping status of the semi-finished product 62 to ensure the accuracy and stability of the fixed gripper 441 during gripping, avoiding problems caused by inaccurate positioning of the semi-finished product 62 or improper gripping force. When the cutting fixture 42 cuts the semi-finished product 62, the fixed gripper 441 releases the flange edge corresponding to the semi-finished product 62 being cut to avoid collision between the fixed gripper 441 and the cutting fixture 42.

[0050] The technical solution of this utility model has been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the protection scope of this utility model is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principle of this utility model, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A production line for a thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts, characterized in that, Used for processing raw materials into desired products after thermoforming, including: The loading platform is used to transport the blank; A thermoforming module heats the blank transported by the loading table and then stamps it to form a semi-finished product, the semi-finished product having a flange edge; A conveying device for conveying the semi-finished product formed by the thermoforming module; A laser processing module, wherein several laser processing modules are located on both sides of the conveying direction of the conveying device, clamp the semi-finished product located on the conveying device, the semi-finished product is processed by the laser processing module to form the product, and the laser processing module puts the product back into the conveying device. The laser processing module can be used to cut and process different semi-finished products. A palletizing table for stacking the products.

2. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 1, characterized in that, The loading platform is also equipped with a handling robot, which can be used to transport the blank on the loading platform to the thermoforming module for processing.

3. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thermoforming module includes several linearly arranged heating furnaces, a centering structure adjacent to the heating furnaces, and a press adjacent to the centering structure. After the billet is heated by the heating furnaces, the centering structure transfers the heated billet to the press, and the press stamps the billet.

4. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 1, characterized in that, A handling robot is provided at each end of the conveying device. The handling robot at the end closer to the thermoforming module is used to place the semi-finished product stamped by the thermoforming module onto the conveying device, and the handling robot at the end closer to the palletizing platform is used to stack the product formed after being processed by the laser processing module onto the palletizing platform.

5. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 1, characterized in that, The laser processing module includes a handling robot, a worktable, a cutting fixture, a positioning robot, and a fixing robot. The handling robot places the semi-finished product from the conveying device onto the worktable. The cutting fixture, the positioning robot, and the fixing robot are all mounted on the worktable. The positioning robot positions the semi-finished product, the fixing robot clamps the flange edge of the semi-finished product, and the cutting fixture cuts the semi-finished product.

6. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 1, characterized in that, The production line also includes a waste conveying line, which is connected to the laser processing module located on the same side of the conveying device. A waste collection box is also provided at one end facing the conveying direction of the waste conveying line.

7. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 2 or 5, characterized in that, The handling robot includes a support and a multi-axis gripper. The support is connected to the movable end of the handling robot, and the multi-axis gripper is mounted on the side of the support opposite to the handling robot.

8. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 5, characterized in that, The positioning robot includes a magnetic chuck, a positioning pin, and a detection device. The positioning pin is installed on the movable end of the positioning robot, and the magnetic chuck and the detection device are respectively installed on both sides of the positioning pin.

9. The production line for the thermoforming and laser processing apparatus for parts according to claim 5, characterized in that, The fixed manipulator includes a fixed gripper and a camera. The fixed gripper is installed on the movable end of the fixed manipulator, and the camera is arranged adjacent to the fixed gripper.

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