Raw material conveyor

By automatically adjusting the conveyor belt tension using electric push rods and proximity sensors, combined with height-adjustable adjustment columns and through-beam sensors, the inefficiency and safety hazards of traditional raw material conveyors are solved, achieving efficient and safe material transportation.

CN223736915UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-30SHAANXI TIANSHI IND CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520127778.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-20
Publication Date
2025-12-30
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-20

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Technical Problem

Traditional raw material conveying methods are inefficient and pose safety hazards, especially in high-temperature or toxic gas environments where operators face risks. Existing automatic conveyors also suffer from errors and inflexibility in tension adjustment and material detection.

Method used

The conveyor belt tension is adjusted by an electric push rod, and automatic tensioning is achieved by combining proximity sensors and a PLC controller. It is equipped with an adjustable height adjustment column and a through-beam sensor for material detection. EPDM rubber and aluminum alloy materials are used to improve wear resistance and flexibility.

Benefits of technology

It reduces conveyor belt misalignment error, avoids power loss caused by frequent start-stop cycles, realizes automatic conveyor belt tensioning and real-time material detection, and improves operational stability and safety.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of material carrying equipment, and discloses a raw material conveyor which comprises two bottom plates, baffles are fixedly connected to the two sides of the upper ends of the two bottom plates through multiple pairs of connecting blocks correspondingly, sliding grooves are formed in one sides of the two baffles in a penetrating mode correspondingly, and moving blocks are slidably arranged in the two sliding grooves correspondingly; a second rotating shaft is rotatably arranged between the two moving blocks, connecting pieces are fixedly arranged on one sides of the two moving blocks, electric push rods are fixedly arranged on one sides of the two baffles through connecting plates, and the output sections of the two electric push rods are fixedly connected with the connecting plates. According to the raw material conveyor, the two electric push rods move the second rotating shaft through the arrangement of the electric push rods, compared with manual work, errors can be reduced as much as possible, long-time operation of the device is kept, too large power loss caused by frequent start and stop is avoided, the height can be adjusted according to conveyed materials through the arrangement of the adjusting columns capable of adjusting the height, and the conveying efficiency is improved. And materials can be detected in real time.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of material handling equipment, and in particular relates to a raw material conveyor. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, raw material transportation is a fundamental requirement in various manufacturing industries. Traditional methods rely heavily on manual handling or simple conveyor belt systems, which are not only inefficient but also pose significant safety hazards for operators in certain environments (such as high temperatures or toxic gas environments). In recent years, with advancements in automation technology and intelligent equipment, more types of automated conveyors have emerged, enabling the rapid and safe transfer of raw materials in diverse situations. These conveyors typically offer high flexibility and adaptability, meeting diverse production needs and significantly improving both production efficiency and safety. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this application provides a raw material conveyor with advantages such as electrically adjustable conveyor belt tension and detection of different conveyed materials.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solution: a raw material conveyor, comprising two base plates, with baffles fixedly connected to both sides of the upper ends of the two base plates via multiple pairs of connecting blocks, a sliding groove extending through one side of each of the two baffles, a movable block slidably disposed inside each of the two sliding grooves, a second rotating shaft rotatably disposed between the two movable blocks, a connecting member fixedly disposed on one side of each of the two movable blocks, and an electric push rod fixedly disposed on one side of each of the two baffles via a connecting plate, the output sections of the two electric push rods being fixedly connected to the connecting plate.

[0005] Multiple fixing posts are fixedly installed on one side of each of the two baffles. Adjusting posts are fixedly installed on one side of each of the multiple fixing posts by bolts. Corresponding light emitters and light receivers are fixedly installed on opposite sides of each of the multiple adjusting posts.

[0006] The above-described device, through the inclusion of a moving block, connecting parts, connecting plates, and electric push rods, connects the second rotating shaft for adjusting conveyor belt tension to the moving block, then connects the moving block to the connecting parts, and finally connects the output end of the electric push rods to the connecting parts. Manual adjustment of the conveyor belt tension inevitably introduces errors, which can lead to belt misalignment after a period of use. By using electric push rods to move the second rotating shaft, errors are minimized compared to manual adjustment, allowing the device to operate continuously for extended periods and avoiding excessive power loss due to frequent start-stop cycles. Furthermore, the device includes height-adjustable columns that allow for height adjustments based on the conveyed material, enabling the photoelectric sensor formed by the emitter and receiver to detect the material in real time.

[0007] Furthermore, a connecting column is fixedly installed between the two base plates, and a proximity sensor is fixedly installed inside the connecting column with a fixed thread.

[0008] The above scheme involves setting a proximity sensor below the center of the conveyor belt. Since there is material on the upper end of the conveyor belt, when the belt tension is insufficient, the center of the conveyor belt will sag downwards due to gravity. When the proximity sensor receives the proximity signal, it can send a signal to the PLC controller. After receiving the signal, the controller controls the electric push rod to push the second rotating shaft to complete the tensioning of the conveyor belt.

[0009] Furthermore, a first rotating shaft is rotatably provided at the end of the two baffles away from the second rotating shaft. A driven wheel is fixedly provided on the outer wall of the end of the first rotating shaft that extends out of the baffle. A motor is fixedly provided on the upper end of one of the base plates through a fixed seat. The output end of the motor extends out of the fixed seat and is fixedly fitted with a driving wheel. A belt is fitted on the outer wall of the driven wheel and the driving wheel.

[0010] The above scheme involves setting up a drive device, which uses a motor to drive the drive wheel to rotate, which in turn drives the belt to rotate, which in turn drives the first rotating shaft, which is fixedly connected to the driven wheel, to rotate, thereby completing the conveyor belt transportation.

[0011] Furthermore, a conveyor belt is fitted onto the outer wall of both the first and second rotating shafts.

[0012] In the above scheme, the conveyor belt is a structure used for transportation.

[0013] Furthermore, a fixing plate is fixedly installed on one side of one of the base plates, and a PLC controller is fixedly installed on one side of the fixing plate.

[0014] With the above scheme, the PLC controller is a control system used to control electrical components such as motors.

[0015] Furthermore, a frame is fixedly installed at the bottom end of both base plates.

[0016] The frame is used to support the transmission device according to the above scheme.

[0017] Furthermore, the conveyor belt is made of EPDM rubber material.

[0018] The above method produces an oil-resistant, wear-resistant, and highly aging-resistant product made of EPDM rubber material.

[0019] Furthermore, both the first and second rotating shafts are made of aluminum alloy.

[0020] The above method produces aluminum alloys that are lightweight and have low friction.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] This device, consisting of a moving block, connecting parts, a connecting plate, and electric push rods, works by connecting a second rotating shaft for adjusting conveyor belt tension to the moving block, then connecting the moving block to the connecting parts, and finally connecting the output end of the electric push rods to the connecting parts. Manual adjustment of the conveyor belt tension inevitably introduces errors, which can lead to belt misalignment after a period of use. By using electric push rods to move the second rotating shaft, errors are minimized compared to manual adjustment, allowing the device to operate continuously for extended periods and avoiding power loss due to frequent start-stop cycles. The power consumption is too high, and a proximity sensor is installed below the center of the conveyor belt. Since there is material on the upper end of the conveyor belt, when the conveyor belt tension is insufficient, the center of the conveyor belt will sag downwards due to gravity. When the proximity sensor receives the proximity signal, it can send a signal to the PLC controller. After receiving the signal, it controls the electric push rod to push the second rotating shaft to complete the tensioning of the conveyor belt. It can automatically detect and adjust the tension of the conveyor belt. At the same time, by setting an adjustable column, the height can be adjusted according to the material being conveyed, so that the photoelectric sensor formed by the emitter and receiver can detect the material in real time. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a raw material conveyor according to the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the tensioning device structure of a raw material conveyor according to the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the detection device for a raw material conveyor according to the present invention;

[0026] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the drive device structure of a raw material conveyor according to the present invention.

[0027] The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1. Base plate; 2. Connecting block; 3. Baffle; 4. First rotating shaft; 5. Slide groove; 6. Moving block; 7. Second rotating shaft; 8. Connecting piece; 9. Connecting plate; 10. Electric push rod; 11. Fixed column; 12. Adjusting column; 13. Light emitter; 14. Light receiver; 15. Connecting column; 16. Proximity sensor; 17. Driven wheel; 18. Motor; 19. Drive wheel; 20. Belt; 21. Conveyor belt; 22. Fixed plate; 23. PLC controller; 24. Frame. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0029] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In this embodiment, a raw material conveyor includes two base plates 1. Both sides of the upper end of the two base plates 1 are fixedly connected to baffles 3 by multiple pairs of connecting blocks 2. A sliding groove 5 is opened through one side of each of the two baffles 3. A moving block 6 is slidably arranged inside each of the two sliding grooves 5. A second rotating shaft 7 is rotatably arranged between the two moving blocks 6. A connecting piece 8 is fixedly arranged on one side of each of the two moving blocks 6. An electric push rod 10 is fixedly arranged on one side of each of the two baffles 3 by a connecting plate 9. The output sections of the two electric push rods 10 are fixedly connected to the connecting plate 9.

[0030] Please see Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 Multiple fixed columns 11 are fixedly installed on one side of each of the two baffles 3. Adjusting columns 12 are fixedly installed on one side of each of the multiple fixed columns 11 by bolts. Corresponding light emitters 13 and light receivers 14 are fixedly installed on opposite sides of each pair of adjusting columns 12. A connecting column 15 is fixedly installed between the two base plates 1. A proximity sensor 16 is fixedly installed inside the connecting column 15 by a thread. By setting the proximity sensor 16 and placing it below the center of the conveyor belt 21, since there is material on the upper end of the conveyor belt 21, when the tension of the conveyor belt 21 is insufficient, the center of the conveyor belt 21 will sag downwards due to gravity. When the proximity sensor 16 receives the proximity signal, it can send a signal to the PLC controller 23. After receiving the signal, it controls the electric push rod 10 to push the second rotating shaft 7 to complete the tensioning of the conveyor belt 21.

[0031] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 A first rotating shaft 4 is rotatably mounted between the two baffles 3 at the end away from the second rotating shaft 7. A driven wheel 17 is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the end of the first rotating shaft 4 that extends out of the baffle 3. A motor 18 is fixedly mounted on the upper end of one of the base plates 1 via a fixed seat. The output end of the motor 18 extends out of the fixed seat and is fixedly fitted with a driving wheel 19. A belt 20 is fitted on the outer wall of the driven wheel 17 and the driving wheel 19. By setting a driving device, the motor 18 drives the driving wheel 19 to rotate, which in turn drives the belt 20 to rotate, which in turn drives the first rotating shaft 4 fixedly connected to the driven wheel 17 to rotate, thereby completing the transport by the conveyor belt 21. The first rotating shaft 4 and the second rotating shaft 7 are fitted with the conveyor belt 21, which is a structure used for transport.

[0032] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 One of the base plates 1 has a fixed plate 22 fixedly installed on one side, and a PLC controller 23 is fixedly installed on one side of the fixed plate 22. The PLC controller 23 is a control system used to control electrical components such as the motor 18. A frame 24 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the two base plates 1. The frame 24 is used to support the conveyor device. The conveyor belt 21 is made of EPDM rubber material, which is oil-resistant, wear-resistant, and has strong anti-aging properties. The first rotating shaft 4 and the second rotating shaft 7 are both made of aluminum alloy, which is lightweight and has low friction.

[0033] In this embodiment, by setting up structures such as the moving block 6, connecting piece 8, connecting plate 9, and electric push rod 10, the second rotating shaft 7 for adjusting the tension of the conveyor belt 21 is connected to the moving block 6, then the moving block 6 is connected to the connecting piece 8, and finally the output end of the electric push rod 10 is connected to the connecting piece 8. When adjusting the tension of the conveyor belt 21, manual adjustment inevitably introduces errors, which can cause the conveyor belt 21 to deviate after a period of use. By setting up the electric push rod 10 to move the second rotating shaft 7, the error can be minimized compared to manual adjustment, allowing the device to operate for a long time and avoiding power loss due to frequent start-stop operations. The power consumption is too high, and a proximity sensor 16 is set and placed below the center of the conveyor belt 21. Since there is material on the upper end of the conveyor belt 21, when the tension of the conveyor belt 21 is insufficient, the center of the conveyor belt 21 will sag downwards due to gravity. When the proximity sensor 16 receives the proximity signal, it can send a signal to the PLC controller 23. After receiving the signal, it controls the electric push rod 10 to push the second rotating shaft 7 to complete the tensioning of the conveyor belt 21. It can automatically detect and adjust the tension of the conveyor belt 21. At the same time, by setting the height adjustment column 12, the height can be adjusted according to the material being conveyed, so that the photoelectric sensor formed by the light emitter 13 and the light receiver 14 can detect the material in real time.

[0034] The working principle of the above embodiments is as follows:

[0035] When using this device, the height of the detection device is adjusted based on the material to be conveyed. This is done by unscrewing the bolts fixing the adjusting column 12 and then moving the adjusting column 12. After the movement is complete, the adjusting column 12 is fixed again with bolts. The device is then started by controlling the PLC controller 23. The motor 18 rotates, which drives the drive wheel 19 to rotate, which in turn drives the belt 20 to rotate, which in turn drives the first rotating shaft 4, which is fixedly connected to the driven wheel 17, to rotate. The first rotating shaft 4 then drives the conveyor belt 21 to rotate, thus enabling the conveyor belt 21 to perform transport operations. The material is placed on the upper end of the conveyor belt 21 and is detected by the photoelectric sensor formed by the light emitter 13 and the light receiver 14. During use, the proximity sensor 16 detects the tension of the conveyor belt 21. When the tension of the conveyor belt 21 is insufficient, the center of the conveyor belt 21 will sag downwards due to gravity. When the proximity sensor 16 receives the proximity signal, it sends a signal to the PLC controller 23. Upon receiving the signal, the electric push rod 10 is controlled to push the second rotating shaft 7 to complete the tensioning of the conveyor belt 21.

[0036] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. 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 limitations, 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.

[0037] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this application.

Claims

1. A raw material conveyor comprising two bottom plates (1), characterized in that: Both said bottom plate (1) upper end both sides are fixedly connected with baffle (3) through multiple pairs of connecting blocks (2), both said baffle (3) one side inside is provided with sliding slot (5), both said sliding slot (5) inside are slidably provided with moving block (6), both said moving block (6) are rotatably provided with second rotating shaft (7), both said moving block (6) one side are fixedly provided with connecting piece (8), both said baffle (3) one side are fixedly provided with electric push rod (10) through connecting plate (9), the output section of both said electric push rod (10) is fixedly connected with connecting plate (9); Both said baffle (3) one side are fixedly provided with multiple fixed column (11), multiple said fixed column (11) one side are fixedly provided with adjusting column (12) through bolt, multiple said adjusting column (12) two two sides are respectively fixedly provided with corresponding light emitting device (13) and light receiving device (14).

2. A stock conveyor as defined in claim 1, wherein: Both said bottom plate (1) between fixedly provided with connecting column (15), the connecting column (15) inside is fixedly provided with proximity sensor (16).

3. A stock conveyor as defined in claim 1, wherein: Both said baffle (3) between far from second rotating shaft (7) one end rotatably provided with first rotating shaft (4), the outer wall of one end of said first rotating shaft (4) extending baffle (3) is fixedly provided with driven wheel (17), one of said bottom plate (1) upper end is fixedly provided with motor (18) through fixing seat, the output end of said motor (18) extends fixing seat and fixedly provided with driving wheel (19), the outer wall of said driven wheel (17) and driving wheel (19) is provided with belt (20).

4. A stock conveyor as defined in claim 3, wherein: The outer wall of said first rotating shaft (4) and second rotating shaft (7) is provided with conveyor belt (21).

5. A stock conveyor as defined in claim 1, wherein: One of said bottom plate (1) one side is fixedly provided with fixed plate (22), the one side of said fixed plate (22) is fixedly provided with PLC controller (23).

6. A stock conveyor as defined in claim 1, wherein: Both said bottom plate (1) bottom end is fixedly provided with frame (24).

7. A stock conveyor as defined in claim 4 wherein: Said conveyor belt (21) is made of EPDM rubber material.

8. A stock conveyor as defined in claim 4 wherein: Both said first rotating shaft (4) and second rotating shaft (7) are made of aluminum alloy.