Plate turnover device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a plate turnover device. The plate turnover device comprises a plurality of sets of turnover clamping jaws arranged side by side at intervals and a driving mechanism. Each set of turnover clamping jaw comprises a supporting frame, a plurality of turnover clamping jaws and a plurality of turnover clamping jaws, one end of the first clamping jaw is rotationally connected with the supporting frame; the second clamping jaw is adjacent to the first clamping jaw, and the end, close to the first clamping jaw, of the second clamping jaw is rotationally connected with the supporting frame; wherein the first clamping jaw is used for turning over a plate onto the second clamping jaw so as to turn over the plate; the driving mechanism comprises a first driving mechanism and a second driving mechanism, the first driving mechanism is connected with the first clamping jaw and used for driving the first clamping jaw to rotate, and the second driving mechanism is connected with the second clamping jaw and used for driving the second clamping jaw to rotate. The plate turnover device is simple in structure, low in cost, capable of achieving automatic turnover of plates, labor-saving, high in safety and capable of remarkably improving the production efficiency and production quality of the plates.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of sheet metal processing technology, and in particular to a sheet metal flipping device. Background Technology

[0002] In modern manufacturing, it is often necessary to handle large and varied-sized sheet products, such as wall panels and fiberboard. These products require double-sided processing during the production process, including flipping them over to process the other side after preliminary processing or laying on one side.

[0003] In existing technologies, such overturning operations mostly rely on manual operation, especially using large lifting equipment such as overhead cranes for overturning.

[0004] However, manually operating the overhead crane to flip large sheet materials is prone to accidents due to their size and weight, posing a serious threat to the safety of operators. Secondly, during the flipping process, inaccurate human control or the inherent characteristics of the sheet materials can easily lead to scratches, deformation, or even breakage of the product surface, affecting product quality. Furthermore, manual flipping is time-consuming, limiting the overall efficiency of the production line. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a board flipping device, which has a simple structure, low cost, and can automatically flip boards, saving manpower. Moreover, the board flipping device has high safety and efficiency.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, one technical solution adopted in this application is: providing a board flipping device, which includes: several sets of flipping grippers arranged side by side and spaced apart, and a driving mechanism. Each set of flipping grippers includes: a support frame; a first gripper, one end of which is rotatably connected to the support frame; and a second gripper, adjacent to the first gripper, with its end near the first gripper rotatably connected to the support frame. The first gripper is used to flip the board onto the second gripper for flipping. The driving mechanism includes a first driving mechanism and a second driving mechanism. The first driving mechanism is connected to the first gripper and is used to drive the first gripper to rotate. The second driving mechanism is connected to the second gripper and is used to drive the second gripper to rotate.

[0007] In some embodiments, the rotation range of the first gripper is greater than 90 degrees, and the rotation range of the second gripper is less than 90 degrees.

[0008] In some embodiments, the plate flipping device further includes a control mechanism connected to a first drive mechanism and a second drive mechanism. The control mechanism is used to control the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism so that the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism drive the first gripper and the second gripper in a predetermined manner.

[0009] In some embodiments, the plate flipping device further includes a first sensor and a second sensor. The first sensor is disposed on the first gripper and is used to sense whether there is a plate on the first gripper; the second sensor is disposed on the second gripper and is used to sense whether there is a plate on the second gripper.

[0010] In some embodiments, the support frame is provided with a first groove and a second groove, a first driving mechanism is disposed in the first groove, and the first groove is also used to accommodate a first gripper; a second driving mechanism is disposed in the second groove, and the second groove is also used to accommodate a second gripper.

[0011] In some embodiments, the thickness of the first gripper gradually decreases along the direction from one end of the first gripper to the other end of the first gripper; the thickness of the first gripper gradually decreases along the direction from one end of the second gripper to the other end of the second gripper, and one end of the second gripper is the end closest to the first gripper.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first gripper and the second gripper are arranged symmetrically.

[0013] In some embodiments, the board flipping device further includes a board conveying mechanism, which is used to convey the board to the flipping position and remove the flipped board from the flipping position, with the flipping gripper located at the flipping position.

[0014] In some embodiments, the side of the first and second grippers that contacts the plate is a plane.

[0015] In some embodiments, several sets of flipping grippers are arranged at equal intervals.

[0016] Beneficial Effects: Unlike existing technologies, the sheet metal flipping device provided in this application includes several sets of flipping grippers and driving mechanisms arranged side-by-side at intervals. Each set of flipping grippers includes: a support frame; a first gripper, one end of which is rotatably connected to the support frame; and a second gripper, adjacent to the first gripper, with its end near the first gripper rotatably connected to the support frame. The first gripper is used to flip the sheet metal onto the second gripper for flipping. The driving mechanism includes a first driving mechanism and a second driving mechanism. The first driving mechanism is connected to the first gripper and drives it to rotate. The second driving mechanism is connected to the second gripper and drives it to rotate. The sheet metal flipping device provided in this application has a simple structure and low cost. It enables automatic flipping of sheet metal, saves manpower, has high safety, and significantly improves sheet metal production efficiency and quality. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of a plate flipping device provided in this application;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of a plate flipping device provided in this application;

[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the working state of the plate flipping device shown;

[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of another working state of the plate flipping device shown;

[0022] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of another working state of the plate flipping device shown;

[0023] Figure 6 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of another working state of the plate flipping device shown.

[0024] Figure descriptions: 10. Sheet material flipping device; 11. Support frame; 12. Flipping gripper; 121. First gripper; 122. Second gripper; 20. Sheet material; 101. First groove; 102. Second groove; 13. Sheet material conveying mechanism; 131. First chain plate; 132. Second chain plate. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts relevant to this application are shown in the accompanying drawings, not the entire structure. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0026] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in this application are used to distinguish different objects, not to describe a specific order. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or apparatuses.

[0027] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0028] This application provides a board flipping device that can flip wall panels and similar board products with a height between 2.4 meters and 4.2 meters and a length between 1 meter and 6 meters. It aims to solve the problems of high risk, product damage, low efficiency and high cost of manually flipping large boards in the prior art.

[0029] The sheet metal flipping device of this application may include flipping grippers, a control mechanism, and a sheet metal conveying mechanism. The sheet metal conveying mechanism can transport the sheet metal to be flipped from one side to the flipping station, where the flipping grippers are located. The flipping grippers can stably achieve a 180-degree flip of the sheet metal. The control system is responsible for the automated control of the entire flipping process, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the flipping. The structure of the sheet metal flipping device provided in this application will be described in detail below.

[0030] Please see Figure 1 As shown, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of a plate flipping device provided in this application. Figure 1 In the embodiment shown, the board flipping device 10 includes three sets of flipping grippers 12 arranged side by side at intervals.

[0031] Each set of flipping grippers 12 includes: a support frame 11 and a first gripper 121 and a second gripper 122 disposed on the support frame 11.

[0032] One end of the first gripper 121 is rotatably connected to the support frame 11; one end of the first gripper 121 can be connected to the middle position of the support frame 11. The second gripper 122 is arranged adjacent to the first gripper 121, and the end of the second gripper 122 near the first gripper 121 is rotatably connected to the support frame 11.

[0033] Furthermore, the board flipping device 10 also includes a first driving mechanism (not shown) and a second driving mechanism (not shown), wherein the first driving mechanism is connected to the first gripper 121 and is used to drive the first gripper 121 to rotate, wherein the rotation axis of the first gripper 121 can be located at one end of the first gripper 121.

[0034] The second drive mechanism is connected to the second gripper 122. The second drive mechanism is used to drive the second gripper 122 to rotate. The rotation axis of the second gripper 122 can be located at one end of the second gripper 122, wherein one end of the second gripper 122 is the end close to the first gripper 121.

[0035] When the board needs to be flipped, it is first moved to the first gripper 121. The first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 rotate simultaneously. The first gripper 121 flips the board onto the second gripper 122, thus flipping the board over. The second gripper 122 then rotates back to its original position, allowing the flipped board to be removed. This reduces the distance the board travels through the air during flipping, minimizing damage to the board during the process.

[0036] In the above embodiment, the flipping gripper 12 can automatically flip the board, which can reduce the danger to manual flipping, reduce damage to the surface of the board, and achieve high flipping efficiency.

[0037] In the above embodiment, the three sets of flipping grippers 12 rotate synchronously to support the board. In other embodiments, the board flipping device 10 may include two sets of flipping grippers 12, four sets of flipping grippers 12, five or more sets of flipping grippers 12, etc. The number of flipping grippers in the board flipping device 10 can be set according to the size of the board, and is not specifically limited here.

[0038] Multiple sets of flipping grippers 12 can be set at equal intervals, which can improve the uniformity of force on the board.

[0039] Furthermore, the rotation range of the first gripper 121 is greater than 90 degrees, and the rotation range of the second gripper 122 is less than 90 degrees. When the first gripper 121 flips the plate, it rotates upward under the drive of the first drive mechanism, causing the plate on it to rotate. At this time, the second gripper 122 also rotates upward. When the rotation angle of the first gripper 121 is less than 90 degrees, the plate rests against the first gripper 121. When the rotation angle of the plate is greater than 90 degrees, the plate falls onto the second gripper 122 under the action of gravity. The second drive mechanism drives the second gripper 122 to rotate downward, so as to make the plate rotate downward, thereby completing the flipping of the plate.

[0040] In the above embodiments, the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 are driven by the first driving mechanism and the second driving mechanism, thereby realizing the automation of plate flipping.

[0041] Furthermore, the plate flipping device 10 may also include a control mechanism (not shown), which is connected to the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism. The control mechanism is used to control the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism so that the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism drive the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 in a predetermined manner.

[0042] Specifically, a first sensor (not shown) can be provided on the first gripper 121 to sense whether there is a plate on the first gripper 121, and a second sensor (not shown) can be provided on the second gripper 122 to sense whether there is a plate on the second gripper 122.

[0043] When the first sensor detects that the plate is on the first gripper 121, the control mechanism drives the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 to rotate upward. After the first gripper 121 rotates more than 90 degrees, the plate falls onto the second gripper 122. After the second sensor detects that the plate is on the second gripper 122, the control mechanism drives the second gripper 122 to rotate downward, so as to drop the plate to the predetermined position, thereby completing the flipping of the plate.

[0044] Furthermore, the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 are symmetrically arranged. In this way, the plate 20 will not shift after being flipped.

[0045] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, the support frame 11 has a first groove 101 and a second groove 102. The first drive mechanism can be accommodated in the first groove 101. The first groove 101 can also accommodate the first gripper 121, and the second drive mechanism can be accommodated in the second groove 102. The second groove 102 can also accommodate the second gripper 122. The initial position of the first gripper 121 is located in the first groove 101, and the initial position of the second gripper 122 is located in the second groove 102. By providing the grooves, the volume of the plate flipping device 10 is reduced.

[0046] like Figure 2 As shown, Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the board flipping device provided in this application. The board flipping device 10 may also include a board conveying mechanism 13. The first chain plate 131 in the board conveying mechanism 13 is used to convey the board to the flipping position, and the flipping gripper 12 is located at the flipping position. The board is then flipped 180 degrees by the flipping gripper 12. After that, the flipping gripper 12 returns to its initial position, and the flipped board is placed on the second chain plate 132 on the opposite side by the second gripper 122, completing the flipping.

[0047] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the thickness of the first gripper 121 gradually decreases from one end to the other. This reduces the weight of the first gripper 121 and facilitates the conveying of the sheet metal by the sheet metal conveying mechanism 13 to the first gripper 121.

[0048] Along the direction from one end of the second gripper 122 to the other end, the thickness of the second gripper 122 gradually decreases. In this way, the weight of the second gripper 122 can be reduced, and it is also convenient to remove the plate on the second gripper 122.

[0049] For example, the working process of the plate flipping device 10 is as follows: Figure 3 As shown, in the initial state, the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 in the plate flipping device 10 are both in a horizontal position. The heavy plate 20 to be flipped is conveyed to the flipping station by the first chain plate 131 on one side of the plate conveying mechanism 13. After the first sensor on the first gripper 121 senses that the plate 20 has arrived, as shown... Figure 4 As shown, the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 rotate simultaneously. The first gripper 121 will rotate by a little over 90 degrees, as... Figure 5 As shown, this allows the plate 20 to be flipped onto the second gripper 122 by shifting the center of gravity. The second gripper 122 flips synchronously with the first gripper 121, and the flipping angle of the second gripper 122 is less than 90 degrees. After the second sensor on the second gripper 122 senses the plate 20, it slowly rotates downwards, as shown... Figure 6 As shown, the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122 can be reset. In this way, the flipping of the plate 20 is completed.

[0050] The board flipping device 10 of the above embodiment has a simple structure, low cost, and strong versatility. By adjusting the opening degree and position of the first gripper 121 and the second gripper 122, the board flipping device 10 of this application can adapt to boards 20 of different sizes (e.g., height 2.4 meters to 4.2 meters, length 1 meter to 6 meters), realizing multiple uses of one set of equipment and reducing equipment investment costs.

[0051] The aforementioned board flipping device 10 offers high safety and improves the flipping efficiency of the board 20. The automated flipping process of the board 20 requires no manual intervention, significantly reducing operational risks while simultaneously increasing flipping speed and accuracy, thus substantially enhancing production efficiency.

[0052] Using the aforementioned board flipping device 10, the board 20 can be automatically flipped with high accuracy, ensuring a smooth flipping action. Simultaneously, it can automatically adjust torque and speed parameters according to production needs, optimizing the flipping action, reducing manual intervention, and improving the overall efficiency of the production line.

[0053] In summary, the plate flipping device 10 of this application not only solves many problems in the prior art, but also significantly improves production efficiency and product quality, reduces production costs and safety risks, and has broad application prospects and significant social and economic benefits.

[0054] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made using the content of this application's specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A board turnover device, characterized by, The plate turnover device comprises: a plurality of groups of turnover clamping jaws arranged side by side and spaced apart, each group of the turnover clamping jaws comprising: a support frame; a first clamping jaw, one end of the first clamping jaw being rotationally connected with the support frame; and a second clamping jaw, arranged adjacent to the first clamping jaw, one end of the second clamping jaw close to the first clamping jaw being rotationally connected with the support frame; wherein the first clamping jaw is used to turn over the plate to the second clamping jaw to turn over the plate; a driving mechanism comprising a first driving mechanism and a second driving mechanism, the first driving mechanism being connected with the first clamping jaw, the first driving mechanism being used to drive the first clamping jaw to rotate, the second driving mechanism being connected with the second clamping jaw, the second driving mechanism being used to drive the second clamping jaw to rotate.

2. The sheet turnover device according to claim 1, wherein The rotation range of the first clamping jaw is greater than 90 degrees, and the rotation range of the second clamping jaw is less than 90 degrees.

3. The sheet turnover device according to claim 2, wherein The plate turnover device further comprises a control mechanism, the control mechanism being connected with the first driving mechanism and the second driving mechanism, the control mechanism being used to control the first driving mechanism and the second driving mechanism to drive the first clamping jaw and the second clamping jaw in a predetermined manner.

4. The sheet turnover device according to claim 1, wherein The plate turnover device further comprises a first sensor and a second sensor, The first sensor is arranged on the first clamping jaw and is used to sense whether the plate is present on the first clamping jaw; The second sensor is arranged on the second clamping jaw and is used to sense whether the plate is present on the second clamping jaw.

5. The sheet material turnover apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The support frame is provided with a first groove and a second groove, The first driving mechanism is arranged in the first groove, and the first groove is further used to accommodate the first clamping jaw; The second driving mechanism is arranged in the second groove, and the second groove is further used to accommodate the second clamping jaw.

6. The plate turnover device according to claim 1, wherein the thickness of the first clamping jaw gradually decreases along the direction from one end of the first clamping jaw to the other end of the first clamping jaw; the thickness of the first clamping jaw gradually decreases along the direction from one end of the second clamping jaw to the other end of the second clamping jaw, the one end of the second clamping jaw being the end close to the first clamping jaw.

7. The sheet material turnover apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The first clamping jaw and the second clamping jaw are symmetrically arranged.

8. The sheet material turnover apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The plate turnover device further comprises a plate conveying mechanism, the plate conveying mechanism being used to convey the plate to a turnover position and move the turned-over plate out of the turnover position, the turnover clamping jaws being located in the turnover position.

9. The sheet material turnover apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The side of the first clamping jaw and the second clamping jaw in contact with the plate is a plane.

10. The sheet material turnover apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The plurality of groups of turnover clamping jaws are arranged at equal intervals.

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