Guide rail device for installing electronic price tags

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic price tags, and discloses a guide rail device for mounting electronic price tags, which comprises a guide rail plate, the guide rail plate comprises two oppositely arranged connecting plates, the side surfaces of the connecting plates are provided with clamping plates, the two connecting plates are provided with a plurality of adjusting grooves, the adjusting grooves are internally provided with locking pieces, and the locking pieces are arranged on the guide rail plate. A mounting assembly is arranged on one connecting plate; through cooperative use of the guide rail plate, the mounting assembly, the locking piece, the non-slip mat, the adjusting groove and the positioning groove, the positions of the two connecting plates can be relatively adjusted, then the distance between the two clamping plates is changed, through protrusions on the inner sides or the outer sides of the two clamping plates, sliding block clamping of different types of electronic price tags is achieved, and the electronic price tags are convenient to use. The clamping strip can be connected with a clamping column or a clamping plate reserved on a goods shelf in a hanging mode, the clamping plate can be limited through the barb, the positioning groove is screwed to limit the clamping column, and the effects of being wide in application range and convenient and fast to install are achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic price tag technology, and in particular to a guide rail device for mounting electronic price tags. Background Technology

[0002] Electronic shelf labels are widely used in retail settings such as supermarkets and shopping malls. Existing electronic shelf label installation structures are typically specialized designs, usually mounted on a guide rail. This means that a single type of guide rail is only compatible with a specific model of electronic shelf label, lacking versatility.

[0003] If electronic shelf labels (ESCs) need to be updated in retail settings such as supermarkets and shopping malls, the existing guide rails are likely incompatible with the new models. This necessitates the purchase and installation of new guide rails or mounting components adapted to the new labels, significantly increasing costs and consuming substantial human and time resources. Furthermore, the existing guide rails offer limited connectivity to shelving, failing to accommodate the diverse structures of different shelving types. Some shelving uses a column-mounted design, while others use a plate-mounted design. Traditional guide rails struggle to flexibly and stably connect and effectively limit the movement of these varied shelving structures, resulting in cumbersome installation processes and inconsistent installation outcomes. This not only negatively impacts the proper display of electronic shelf labels but also reduces operational efficiency and the customer shopping experience to some extent. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problems of existing electronic shelf label mounting rails being highly specialized and lacking versatility, requiring the purchase of new rails for each electronic shelf label model, resulting in high costs and time consumption, this application provides a rail device for installing electronic shelf labels.

[0005] The guide rail device for installing electronic price tags provided in this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A guide rail device for installing electronic price tags includes a guide rail plate, the guide rail plate including two connecting plates arranged opposite each other, the connecting plates having snap-fit ​​plates on their sides, the two connecting plates having a plurality of adjustment grooves, the adjustment grooves having locking elements, and one of the connecting plates having an installation component.

[0007] Preferably, the snap-fit ​​plate includes a T-shaped plate disposed on the connecting plate, and the T-shaped plate is provided with a bending groove.

[0008] Preferably, the outer side of the T-shaped plate is provided with an anti-slip pad.

[0009] Preferably, the mounting component includes a retaining strip disposed on the connecting plate, and the retaining strip is located on the side of the connecting plate away from the retaining plate, and the retaining strip is provided with a barb on the side near the connecting plate.

[0010] Preferably, the locking element includes a bolt slidably disposed in the adjusting groove, and a nut is provided at the end of the bolt.

[0011] In summary, this application includes the following beneficial technical effects:

[0012] By using guide rails, mounting components, locking parts, anti-slip pads, adjustment grooves, and positioning grooves in combination, the relative positions of the two connecting plates can be adjusted, thereby changing the distance between the two snap-fit ​​plates. The inner or outer protrusions of the two snap-fit ​​plates enable the sliders of different models of electronic price tags to be snapped into place. The clips can be attached to the pre-reserved clip posts or plates on the shelf, and the barbs can limit the position of the plates. The positioning grooves can be screwed on to limit the position of the clip posts. Compared with existing technologies, this technology has the advantages of wide applicability and convenient installation. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a first-view three-dimensional structural diagram of an embodiment of the application;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a second-view perspective three-dimensional structural diagram of an embodiment of the application;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a third-view stereoscopic structural diagram of an embodiment of the application.

[0016] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Guide rail plate; 101. Connecting plate; 102. Snap-fit ​​plate; 1021. T-shaped plate; 1022. Bending groove; 2. Mounting assembly; 201. Locking strip; 202. Barb; 3. Locking element; 301. Bolt; 302. Nut; 4. Anti-slip pad; 5. Adjustment groove; 6. Positioning groove. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-3 This application will be described in further detail.

[0018] This application discloses a guide rail device for mounting electronic price tags. (See also...) Figure 1-3 A guide rail device for installing electronic price tags includes a guide rail plate 1, a mounting assembly 2, a locking element 3, and an anti-slip pad 4.

[0019] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 3The guide rail plate 1, as the main structure of the entire device, consists of two opposing connecting plates 101 and a snap-fit ​​plate 102 located on the side of the connecting plates 101, and is equipped with an adjustment groove 5. The connecting plates 101 can be made of aluminum alloy or stainless steel, and the shape and dimensional accuracy are ensured by extrusion molding or machining processes. The surface is anodized or passivated to improve corrosion resistance and ensure aesthetics. Its function is to provide a stable connection base for the snap-fit ​​plate 102 and the mounting component 2, ensuring the structural strength and stability of the entire guide rail device. The T-shaped plate 1021 in the snap-fit ​​plate 102 is connected to the connecting plate 101 by welding or integral molding process, and the materials are matched to ensure the firmness of the connection. The inner side of the T-shaped plate 1021 is used to snap with the protruding part of part of the electronic price tag slider, and the anti-slip pad 4 on the outer side is made of rubber or silicone material and is fixed by adhesive or vulcanization process. The texture or protrusion on its surface can increase the friction between it and the electronic price tag slider to prevent the slider from accidentally slipping. The bending groove 1022 on the T-shaped plate 1021 is manufactured by milling, which ensures high accuracy in shape and size and provides space for the T-shaped plate 1021 to avoid deformation during the snap-fit ​​process.

[0020] Reference Figure 2 The adjusting groove 5 is manufactured using milling or stamping processes to ensure straightness and dimensional accuracy. A locking element 3 is movably installed within the adjusting groove 5. The locking element 3 consists of a bolt 301 slidably disposed within the adjusting groove 5 and a nut 302 at its end. By moving the bolt 301 and tightening the nut 302, the distance between the two snap-fit ​​plates 102 can be changed to accommodate the snap-fit ​​requirements of different models of electronic price tag sliders.

[0021] Reference Figure 3 The mounting component 2 is located on the side of a connecting plate 101 away from the snap-fit ​​plate 102, and consists of a snap-fit ​​strip 201 and a barb 202. The snap-fit ​​strip 201 is made of metal strip, the same material as the connecting plate 101, and its shape and size are designed according to the specifications of common shelf posts and plates. It is used to hook onto the pre-installed posts or plates of the shelf. When the shelf has posts, the snap-fit ​​strip 201 can be directly fitted onto the posts. The snap-fit ​​strip 201 is connected to the screw through the positioning groove 6 on the snap-fit ​​strip 201 to limit the post and prevent the guide rail device from slipping off along the post axis during use. If the shelf has a plate structure, the snap-fit ​​strip 201 can slide into and hook onto the plate from one side. The barb 202 is connected to the snap-fit ​​strip 201 by integral molding or welding. The barb 202 can prevent the plate from coming off from above, thereby ensuring the secure installation of the guide rail device on the shelf.

[0022] The implementation principle of a guide rail device for installing electronic price tags in this application embodiment is as follows:

[0023] Before installing electronic price tags, assess the shelf structure to determine whether it is a column or plate structure and its relevant dimensions. Then, align the guide rail mounting component 2 with the corresponding part of the shelf and attach it. If it is a column structure, slip the clip 201 onto the column, with the hook 202 positioned below the column, using the hook 202 to prevent the guide rail from sliding down. If it is a plate structure, slide the clip 201 into the plate from one side, with the hook 202 securing the upper edge of the plate to prevent it from coming off.

[0024] After the connection is completed, adjust the distance between the two connecting plates 101 of the guide rail plate 1 according to the model of the electronic price tag to be installed. By loosening the nut 302 in the adjusting groove 5, the moving bolt 301 drives the connecting plates 101 to move relative to each other, changing the spacing of the snap-fit ​​plates 102. After adjusting the spacing, tighten the nut 302 to fix the position of the connecting plate 101.

[0025] Finally, slide the slider of the electronic shelf label along the snap-fit ​​plate 102, and according to the design of the slider, make it snap-fit ​​with the inner or outer protrusion of the snap-fit ​​plate 102. During the snap-fit ​​process, the bending groove 1022 of the T-shaped plate 1021 guides the slider into the correct position and provides a certain lateral support, while the anti-slip pad 4 increases friction, ensuring that the electronic shelf label can be stably fixed on the guide rail device after installation, and will not easily shift or fall off due to external forces, thereby ensuring the normal display and information transmission functions of the electronic shelf label in the commercial environment.

[0026] Finally, the following points should be noted: First, in the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise specified and limited, the terms "installation", "connection", and "linkage" should be interpreted broadly, and can be mechanical or electrical connections, or internal connections between two components, or direct connections. "Up", "down", "left", "right", etc. are only used to indicate relative positional relationships. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may change.

[0027] Secondly: The accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed in this utility model only involve the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed in this utility model. Other structures can refer to the general design. In the absence of conflict, the same embodiment and different embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other.

[0028] Finally: The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0029] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A guide rail device for mounting electronic price tags, characterized in that: The system includes a guide rail plate (1), which includes two connecting plates (101) arranged opposite to each other. The side of the connecting plate (101) is provided with a snap-fit ​​plate (102). The two connecting plates (101) are provided with a plurality of adjustment grooves (5). The adjustment grooves (5) are provided with locking parts (3). One of the connecting plates (101) is provided with an installation component (2).

2. The guide rail device for installing electronic price tags according to claim 1, characterized in that: The snap-fit ​​plate (102) includes a T-shaped plate (1021) disposed on the connecting plate (101), and the T-shaped plate (1021) is provided with a bending groove (1022).

3. A guide rail device for installing electronic price tags according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer side of the T-shaped plate (1021) is provided with an anti-slip pad (4).

4. A guide rail device for installing electronic price tags according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting assembly (2) includes a retaining strip (201) disposed on the connecting plate (101), and the retaining strip (201) is located on the side of the connecting plate (101) away from the retaining plate (102), and a barb (202) is provided on the side of the retaining strip (201) near the connecting plate (101).

5. A guide rail device for installing electronic price tags according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking member (3) includes a bolt (301) that is slidably disposed in the adjusting groove (5), and a nut (302) is provided at the end of the bolt (301).

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