Chocolate collaborative robot suction and support dual-purpose clamp

Abstract

A chocolate collaborative robot sucking and supporting dual-purpose clamp is characterized by comprising a support connected with a main machine, a plurality of suction cups are installed at the bottom of the support through a busbar, the suction cups are connected with a draught fan through the busbar, and the draught fan generates negative pressure at material sucking openings of the suction cups to suck chocolate; the two sides of the support are further connected with a tray frame through sliding blocks, the tray frame is driven by a stripping air cylinder to slide along the sliding blocks, the bottom of the tray frame extends in the direction of the suction cup to form a material supporting roller, and the material supporting roller is inserted into the bottom of the material supporting disc and plays a role in bearing the material supporting disc. The utility model has the beneficial effects that: 1, the structure is simple, the production cost is low, and the market competitiveness is improved; 2, the patent technology provides a chocolate collaborative robot suction and support dual-purpose clamp which can meet the packaging requirements of color separation and non-color separation of chocolate balls at the same time. By means of the integrated design, the requirement for replacing production line configuration is lowered, and therefore time and cost are saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an automated production equipment, specifically a dual-purpose suction and holding clamp for a chocolate collaborative robot. Background Technology

[0002] In marketing strategies, depending on the consumption scenario and consumer needs, sometimes it's necessary to package single-flavored chocolate balls individually; while in other cases, such as for holiday gift boxes or special sets, it may be necessary to mix and match multiple flavors of chocolate balls together. This mixed packaging aims to provide consumers with a richer taste experience and make the gift box more attractive.

[0003] However, traditional chocolate ball packaging technology faces a series of challenges. First, it becomes difficult to achieve color-separated and non-color-separated packaging of single-flavor and multi-flavor chocolate balls on the same production line or in the same packaging step using traditional technology. To meet such packaging requirements, manufacturers often need to configure multiple production lines or frequently change production line settings, which undoubtedly increases production and labor costs. Second, due to the frequent changes in production line settings, production efficiency may decrease, thereby affecting the stability of production and supply.

[0004] Furthermore, traditional packaging technologies present challenges for accurate color differentiation and flavor categorization. For example, in mixed packaging, ensuring that each flavor of chocolate balls is evenly distributed, and accurately classifying and packaging chocolate balls of different colors, are all problems that manufacturers need to address.

[0005] In conclusion, there is an urgent need in the current market to develop a new chocolate ball packaging technology that can meet the packaging requirements of color separation and non-color separation, single flavor and multiple flavors in the same production step, while ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of packaging. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies and provide a chocolate collaborative robot suction and holding clamp that is simple in structure, easy to use, and capable of extracting chocolate balls by color or extracting the whole plate.

[0007] The purpose of this utility model is achieved in the following way: a chocolate collaborative robot suction and holding dual-purpose gripper, characterized in that: it includes a bracket connected to the host, and a number of suction cups are installed at the bottom of the bracket through a busbar. The suction cups are connected to a fan through the busbar, and the fan generates negative pressure at the suction port of the suction cup to adsorb chocolate.

[0008] The bracket is also connected to a tray frame via a slider on both sides. The tray frame slides along the slider under the drive of the unloading cylinder. A material support roller extends from the bottom of the tray frame toward the suction cup. The material support roller is inserted into the bottom of the material support tray to support the material support tray.

[0009] At least two tray racks are provided, symmetrically distributed on both sides of the support.

[0010] The pallet frame extends downward with a cantilever, and the material support roller is disposed on the inner end face of the cantilever.

[0011] At least two cantilever arms are provided.

[0012] The tray frame extends towards the support and is provided with a connecting arm, which is connected to a slider. The slider is connected to the support via a slide rail.

[0013] The main body of the unloading cylinder is connected to the bracket, and its piston rod is connected to the tray frame.

[0014] The bracket is also equipped with a pressing cylinder, which extends towards the suction cup.

[0015] The suction cup includes a bellows cover and a suction head located at its lower end. The outer end face of the suction head is recessed inward to form a suction area. The suction area is provided with several suction holes that communicate with the inside of the bellows cover.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: 1. Simple structure, low production cost, and improved market competitiveness. 2. This patented technology provides a dual-purpose suction and holding clamp for a collaborative chocolate robot, which can simultaneously meet the packaging needs of both color-separated and non-color-separated chocolate balls. This integrated design reduces the need to change production line configurations, thereby saving time and costs. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 , 2 This is a schematic diagram of the closed state of the tray frame in this utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 , 4 This is a schematic diagram of the tray frame in the open and closed state in this utility model.

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the suction cup structure in this utility model.

[0020] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the suction cup structure in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. A chocolate collaborative robot suction and holding dual-purpose gripper is characterized in that: it includes a bracket 1 connected to the main unit, and a plurality of suction cups 3 are installed at the bottom of the bracket 1 through a manifold 2. The suction cups 3 are connected to a fan through the manifold 2, and the fan generates negative pressure at the suction port of the suction cups 3 to adsorb chocolate;

[0022] The bracket 1 is also connected to a tray frame 5 on both sides by a slider 4. The tray frame 5 slides along the slider 4 under the drive of the unloading cylinder 6. The bottom of the tray frame 5 extends towards the suction cup 3 with a material support roller 7. The material support roller 7 is inserted into the bottom of the material support tray to support the material support tray.

[0023] At least two tray racks 5 are provided, symmetrically distributed on both sides of the support 1.

[0024] The pallet frame 5 extends downward with a cantilever 8, and the material support roller 7 is disposed on the inner end face of the cantilever 8.

[0025] At least two cantilever arms 8 are provided.

[0026] The tray frame 5 extends towards the support 1 and is provided with a connecting arm 9. The connecting arm 9 is connected to the slider 4, and the slider 4 is connected to the support 1 via a slide rail 10.

[0027] The main body of the unloading cylinder 6 is connected to the bracket 1, and its piston rod is connected to the tray frame 5.

[0028] The bracket 1 is also equipped with a pressing cylinder 11, which extends towards the suction cup 3.

[0029] The suction cup 3 includes a bellows cover 31 and a suction head 32 located at its lower end. The outer end face of the suction head 32 is recessed inward to form a suction area 33. The suction area 33 is provided with a plurality of suction holes 34 that communicate with the inside of the bellows cover 31.

[0030] Working Principle: The core of this patented technology is the design of a dual-purpose suction and tray gripper for the chocolate collaborative robot. This gripper can flexibly switch according to different packaging needs, achieving accurate sorting of chocolate balls or lifting entire trays. When used on a production line, different flavors (i.e., different colors) of chocolate balls are supplied via trays to meet the needs of various packaging areas on the production line. Typically, chocolate balls of different colors are distributed in designated locations within the trays.

[0031] The working principle of color-sorting packaging: When color-sorting packaging of chocolate balls is required, the fixture mainly relies on suction cups 3 for operation. Suction cups 3 are connected to a blower via a manifold 2. When the blower operates, a negative pressure is generated at the suction port of the suction cups, causing them to adhere tightly to the chocolate balls. When the system needs a specific color of chocolate, it opens the air path by activating the solenoid valve on that manifold, allowing the suction cups on that manifold to pick up the chocolate balls of that specific color, thus achieving accurate sorting. During this process, the chocolate balls are sorted by color and placed into their designated packaging locations.

[0032] How color-separated packaging works: When color separation is not required and the entire tray of chocolates is being packaged, the tray frame 5 plays a crucial role. In this mode, the tray frames 5 on both sides of the support 1 are closed by sliders 4. The material support rollers 7 at the bottom of the tray frame insert into the bottom of the material tray, thus providing support for the entire material tray. With this configuration, the clamps can easily lift the entire tray of chocolate balls and place them into the packaging box.

[0033] To increase stability when lifting the entire tray, a pressing cylinder 11 is installed on the support 1, extending towards the suction cup 3. When in operation, the pressing cylinder 11 presses down on the tray, and the material is firmly fixed to the support by the clamping action of the pressing cylinder 11 and the material-supporting roller 7. This method not only simplifies the process of packaging without color separation but also ensures the stability and safety of the entire tray of chocolate balls.

[0034] In summary, this patented technology, combining suction cups and a tray holder design, provides an efficient, accurate, and flexible solution for both color-separated and non-color-separated packaging of chocolate balls. By simply switching working modes, the robotic gripper can meet different packaging needs, greatly improving production efficiency and packaging accuracy, and therefore can be widely used.

[0035] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the scope of protection of the claims of this invention.

Claims

1. A dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot, characterized in that: It includes a bracket (1) connected to the host, and a number of suction cups (3) are installed at the bottom of the bracket (1) through a manifold (2). The suction cups (3) are connected to the blower through the manifold (2). The blower generates negative pressure at the suction port of the suction cup (3) to adsorb chocolate. The bracket (1) is also connected to a tray frame (5) on both sides by a slider (4). The tray frame (5) slides along the slider (4) under the drive of the unloading cylinder (6). The bottom of the tray frame (5) extends towards the suction cup (3) with a material support rod (7). The material support rod (7) is inserted into the bottom of the material support tray to support the material support tray.

2. The dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least two tray racks (5) are provided, symmetrically distributed on both sides of the support (1).

3. The dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pallet frame (5) extends downward with a cantilever (8), and the material support roller (7) is disposed on the inner end face of the cantilever (8).

4. The dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot according to claim 3, characterized in that: At least two cantilever arms (8) are provided.

5. A dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tray frame (5) extends toward the support (1) and is provided with a connecting arm (9). The connecting arm (9) is connected to the slider (4). The slider (4) is connected to the support (1) via a slide rail (10).

6. The dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body of the unloading cylinder (6) is connected to the bracket (1), and its piston rod is connected to the tray frame (5).

7. The dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (1) is also equipped with a pressing cylinder (11), which extends towards the suction cup (3).

8. A dual-purpose suction and holding gripper for a collaborative chocolate robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The suction cup (3) includes a bellows cover (31) and a suction head (32) located at its lower end. The outer end face of the suction head (32) is recessed inward to form a suction area (33). The suction area (33) is provided with a plurality of suction holes (34) that communicate with the inside of the bellows cover (31).

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