Pruning device for shaping side branches of fruit trees

Abstract

The utility model discloses a pruning device for shaping side branches of a fruit tree, and relates to the technical field of pruning tools. The trimmer comprises a holding handle, one side of an inner cavity of the holding handle is movably connected with a rotating shaft, one side of the surface of the rotating shaft is sleeved with a blade, the other side of the surface of the rotating shaft is provided with a trimmer assembly, the trimmer assembly comprises a connecting rod, and one side of the connecting rod is arranged on the surface of the rotating shaft in a sleeved mode. Branches cut by using the pruning device can be successfully clamped between side branches and a trunk of a fruit tree, the shaping effect is achieved, a concave face can be cut on the branches through the pruning cutter head by pressing the upper half part, the branches with the concave face can be firmly clamped between the trunk and the side branches, and the pruning effect is achieved. According to the lateral branch shaping device, lateral branch shaping can be achieved without additional tools and materials, compared with a traditional mode, the operation process is greatly simplified, fruit farmers can complete lateral branch shaping work more efficiently, and a large amount of time and energy are saved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model belongs to the pruning tool technical field, especially, relate to a kind of pruners for fruit tree lateral branch shaping. BACKGROUND

[0002] In modern fruit tree cultivation industry, the pursuit of efficient, high-quality planting management mode is the key to improve economic efficiency and fruit quality, scientific and reasonable lateral branch shaping work plays a vital role for the growth and development of fruit trees, tree shaping and the improvement of fruit yield and quality, good lateral branch layout can optimize tree crown structure, make the internal ventilation of fruit tree more smooth, and light distribution more uniform, create a good microenvironment for the growth of fruit, so as to promote the full development of fruit, improve the sugar accumulation and color uniformity of fruit.

[0003] Among the branch shapers appearing on the market, some use ropes to bind and shape, some make W-shaped branches with iron wire, and some use toothpicks to shape tender branches. One is more troublesome, the other is more resource-consuming, and the last one is more harmful to the bark. Not only does it increase production costs, but also the operation process is complicated. Branch shaping requires a large amount of materials, and a fruit tree usually needs more than ten branch shapers per year, which consumes a lot of resources. Moreover, the branch shapers need to be recycled after about a month of branch shaping. The cut branch of the traditional pruner is usually smooth, which makes it difficult to use the cut branch for lateral branch shaping directly, and cannot meet the needs of farmers for resource recycling and simplified operation process.

[0004] Therefore, we provide a pruner for fruit tree lateral branch shaping to solve the above problems. UTILITY MODEL CONTENTS

[0005] The utility model aims to provide a pruner for fruit tree lateral branch shaping, which solves the problem that the cut branch of the pruner in the prior art cannot be used for lateral branch shaping directly by the cooperation of the holding handle and the trimmer assembly.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the utility model is realized by the following technical solutions.

[0007] This utility model relates to a pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees. It includes a handle, with a rotating shaft movably connected to one side of the handle's inner cavity. A blade is fitted onto one side of the rotating shaft's surface, and a pruning assembly is located on the other side of the rotating shaft's surface. The pruning assembly includes a connecting rod, one side of which is fitted onto the rotating shaft's surface. Sliding grooves are formed at both the front and rear ends of one side of the connecting rod. A connecting frame is located on the other side of the connecting rod, and a pruning shear head is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting frame. A positioning rod extends through one side of the connecting frame, and another side of the positioning rod extends through one side of the connecting rod and reaches the connecting frame. The inner cavity of the rod has a spring fixedly connected to one side of the bottom of the connecting rod. The bottom of the spring is fixedly connected to the handle. The blade is set on one side of the rotating shaft, and the pruning shear head is set on the other side of the rotating shaft. The two sets of structures do not interfere with each other. After the branch is cut by the blade, the end face of the branch can be slotted by the pruning shear head, thereby achieving the trimming of the branch. It can use local materials, save resources, and does not require the pruning device to be recycled later, thus improving the utilization rate of resources. The top of the spring supports the connecting rod, and its bottom is connected to the handle, which can easily drive the connecting rod to return to its original position, improving the pruning effect.

[0008] The present invention is further configured such that a first positioning post is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting rod, a connecting seat is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the grip, and a second positioning post is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat. The first positioning post and the second positioning post are respectively disposed on both sides of the spring. The first positioning post, the connecting seat, and the second positioning post can install the spring. The first positioning post is sleeved on the upper part of the spring, and the second positioning post is sleeved on the lower part of the spring, which can ensure the stability of the spring during the compression and reset process.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that one side of the positioning rod extends into the inner cavity of the connecting frame, and one side of the surface of the positioning rod is threaded with a bolt. The positioning rod is installed on one side of the connecting frame by the bolt, which can facilitate installation and disassembly and improve the assembly convenience of the device.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that a fastener is provided through one side of the top of the connecting rod, and a positioning hole is provided on the top of the positioning rod for use with the fastener. There are four positioning holes, and the bottom of the fastener extends into the inner cavity of the positioning hole. By adjusting the position of the positioning rod, the length of the trimmer head can be adjusted to meet the convenience of the trimmer head during the trimming process.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that a limiting frame is movably connected to one side of the grip via a movable shaft. The limiting frame has a concave shape and can limit the blade and trimmer head when they are stored, preventing the trimmer head from automatically popping out and affecting its use.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that the shape of the pruning shear head is U-shaped, and the bottom of the pruning shear head is a cutting part. The pruning shear head with the U-shaped structure can press down the upper part and cut a concave surface on the branch, which facilitates the trimming of the branch and achieves a stable support effect.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that one side of the connecting frame extends into the inner cavity of the slide groove, and the connecting frame and the slide groove are slidably connected. The slidable connection between one side of the connecting frame and the slide groove can ensure the stability of the connecting frame during installation.

[0014] The present invention is further provided that the surface of the grip is covered with an anti-slip pad made of rubber. The anti-slip pad added to the surface of the grip can increase the friction of the palm surface and improve the stability of the device during use.

[0015] The present invention has the following beneficial effects.

[0016] 1. This utility model utilizes a pruning tool to successfully secure branches cut by this tool between the lateral branches and the main trunk of a fruit tree, achieving a shaping effect. By pressing the upper part, a concave surface can be cut on the branch using the pruning shears. The branch with the concave surface will be firmly secured between the main trunk and the lateral branch. Side branch shaping can be achieved without additional tools and materials. Compared with traditional methods, this greatly simplifies the operation process, enabling fruit farmers to complete the side branch shaping work more efficiently, saving a lot of time and energy. The ergonomically designed handle fits the hand's grip habits, effectively reducing hand muscle fatigue during prolonged use, making operation more comfortable for fruit farmers, reducing the probability of errors caused by discomfort, and improving work accuracy and efficiency.

[0017] 2. This utility model utilizes pruned branches directly for lateral branch shaping, achieving on-site resource recycling, reducing reliance on additional shaping materials, lowering production costs, and reducing waste generation. This aligns with the concept of green and environmentally friendly agricultural development. With this pruning tool, fruit farmers can complete branch pruning and lateral branch shaping more effortlessly, avoiding the heavy operations of frequently changing tools and moving support materials, reducing physical exertion, and minimizing fatigue even during long working hours. It is particularly suitable for the daily management and maintenance of large-scale orchards. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional diagram of a pruning tool used for shaping the lateral branches of fruit trees.

[0020] Figure 2 A bottom-view perspective view of a pruning tool used for shaping the lateral branches of fruit trees.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a bottom-view perspective view of the limiting frame in a pruning tool used for shaping the lateral branches of fruit trees.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the connecting rod and its connecting structure in a pruning tool used for shaping the lateral branches of fruit trees.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the connection structure between the connecting frame and the pruning shear head in a pruning tool used for shaping the lateral branches of fruit trees.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional view of the connecting rod in a pruning tool used for shaping the lateral branches of fruit trees.

[0025] Figure 7 In a type of pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees Figure 6 Enlarged view of point A.

[0026] In the attached diagram: 1. Handle; 2. Rotary shaft; 3. Blade; 4. Trimmer assembly; 401. Connecting rod; 402. Slide; 403. Connecting bracket; 404. Trimmer head; 405. Positioning rod; 406. Spring; 5. First positioning post; 6. Connecting seat; 7. Second positioning post; 8. Bolt; 9. Fastener; 10. Positioning hole; 11. Limiting bracket. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] Please see Figures 1-7 This utility model is a pruning tool for shaping the lateral branches of fruit trees. It includes a handle 1, a rotating shaft 2 movably connected to one side of the inner cavity of the handle 1, a blade 3 sleeved on one side of the surface of the rotating shaft 2, and a pruning tool assembly 4 provided on the other side of the surface of the rotating shaft 2. The pruning tool assembly 4 includes a connecting rod 401, one side of the connecting rod 401 sleeved on the surface of the rotating shaft 2, and grooves 402 provided at both the front and rear ends of one side of the connecting rod 401. A connecting frame 403 is provided on the other side of the connecting rod 401, a pruning blade head 404 is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting frame 403, a positioning rod 405 is provided through one side of the connecting frame 403, one side of the positioning rod 405 passes through one side of the connecting rod 401 and extends into the inner cavity of the connecting rod 401, and a spring 406 is fixedly connected to one side of the bottom of the connecting rod 401. The bottom of the spring 406 is fixedly connected to the handle 1.

[0030] Specifically: the blade 3 is set on one side of the rotating shaft 2, and the pruning shear head 404 is set on the other side of the rotating shaft 2. The two sets of structures will not interfere with each other. After the branch is cut by the blade 3, the end face of the branch can be grooved by the pruning shear head 404, thereby achieving the trimming of the branch. It can use local materials, save resources, and does not require the pruning device to be recycled later, thus improving the utilization rate of resources. The top of the spring 406 supports the connecting rod 401, and its bottom is connected to the handle 1, which can easily drive the connecting rod 401 to reset, improving the pruning effect.

[0031] Example 2

[0032] Please see Figures 1-7 Based on Embodiment 1, a first positioning post 5 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting rod 401, a connecting seat 6 is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the grip 1, and a second positioning post 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat 6. The first positioning post 5 and the second positioning post 7 are respectively disposed on both sides of the spring 406. One side of the positioning rod 405 extends into the inner cavity of the connecting frame 403, and a bolt 8 is threadedly connected to one side of the surface of the positioning rod 405. A fastener 9 is provided through one side of the top of the connecting rod 401. The top has four positioning holes 10 for use with fasteners 9. One side of the handle 1 is movably connected to a limit frame 11 via a movable shaft. The limit frame 11 has a concave shape. The trimmer head 404 has a U-shaped shape. The bottom of the trimmer head 404 is a cutting part. One side of the connecting frame 403 extends into the inner cavity of the slide groove 402. The connecting frame 403 and the slide groove 402 are slidably connected. The surface of the handle 1 is covered with an anti-slip pad made of rubber.

[0033] Specifically: the first positioning post 5, the connecting seat 6, and the second positioning post 7 can install the spring 406. The first positioning post 5 is sleeved above the spring 406, and the second positioning post 7 is sleeved below the spring 406, which can ensure the stability of the spring 406 during the compression and reset process. The positioning rod 405 is installed on one side of the connecting frame 403 by bolts 8, which can facilitate installation and disassembly and improve the assembly convenience of the device. The bottom of the fastener 9 extends into the inner cavity of the positioning hole 10. By adjusting the position of the positioning rod 405, the length of the trimmer head 404 can be adjusted to meet the needs of the trimmer. The head 404 is convenient during the pruning process. The limiting frame 11 can limit the blade 3 and the pruning head 404 when they are stored, preventing the pruning head 404 from popping out automatically and affecting its use. The pruning head 404 with a U-shaped structure can press down the upper part and cut a concave surface on the branch, which is convenient for pruning the branch and achieves a stable support effect. One side of the connecting frame 403 is slidably connected to the slide 402, which can ensure the stability of the connecting frame 403 during installation. The anti-slip pad added to the surface of the handle 1 can increase the friction of the palm surface and improve the stability of the device.

[0034] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: After the branch is cut by the blade 3, the cut surface of the branch is placed under the pruning shear head 404. By pressing the connecting rod 401, the connecting rod 401 drives the spring 406 to compress, and at the same time, drives the connecting frame 403 and the pruning shear head 404 downward. The pruning shear head 404 can cut a concave surface on the branch. The branch with the concave surface will be firmly stuck between the main trunk and the side branch. The side branch can be shaped without additional tools and materials. By loosening the fastener 9, the positioning rod 405 can be moved inside the connecting rod 401, thereby adjusting the installation position of the pruning shear head 404. After tightening the fastener 9, the cooperation between the fastener 9 and the positioning hole 10 can quickly install the pruning shear head 404.

[0035] The preferred embodiments of the present utility model disclosed above are only used to help illustrate the present utility model. The preferred embodiments do not describe all the details in detail, nor do they limit the present utility model to specific implementation methods. The present specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments in order to better explain the principle and practical application of the present utility model, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and utilize the present utility model.

Claims

1. A pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees, comprising a handle (1), characterized in that: A rotating shaft (2) is movably connected to one side of the inner cavity of the grip (1), a blade (3) is sleeved on one side of the surface of the rotating shaft (2), and a trimmer assembly (4) is provided on the other side of the surface of the rotating shaft (2). The trimmer assembly (4) includes a connecting rod (401), one side of which is sleeved on the surface of the rotating shaft (2). The front and rear ends of one side of the connecting rod (401) are provided with sliding grooves (402). The other side of the connecting rod (401) is provided with a connecting frame (403). One side of the connecting frame (403) is fixedly connected to a trimmer head (404). One side of the connecting frame (403) is provided with a positioning rod (405). One side of the positioning rod (405) passes through one side of the connecting rod (401) and extends into the inner cavity of the connecting rod (401). One side of the bottom of the connecting rod (401) is fixedly connected to a spring (406). The bottom of the spring (406) is fixedly connected to the handle (1).

2. The pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the connecting rod (401) is fixedly connected to a first positioning post (5), the inner cavity of the grip (1) is fixedly connected to a connecting seat (6), and the top of the connecting seat (6) is fixedly connected to a second positioning post (7). The first positioning post (5) and the second positioning post (7) are respectively located on both sides of the spring (406).

3. A pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees according to claim 1, characterized in that: One side of the positioning rod (405) extends into the inner cavity of the connecting frame (403), and a bolt (8) is threaded onto one side of the surface of the positioning rod (405).

4. A pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fastener (9) is provided through one side of the top of the connecting rod (401), and a positioning hole (10) is provided on the top of the positioning rod (405) to cooperate with the fastener (9). There are four positioning holes (10).

5. A pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees according to claim 1, characterized in that: One side of the grip (1) is movably connected to a limiting frame (11) via a movable shaft, and the limiting frame (11) has a concave shape.

6. A pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees according to claim 1, characterized in that: The trimmer head (404) has a U-shaped structure, and the bottom of the trimmer head (404) is a cutting part.

7. A pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees according to claim 1, characterized in that: One side of the connecting frame (403) extends into the inner cavity of the slide groove (402), and the connecting frame (403) and the slide groove (402) are slidably connected.

8. A pruning tool for shaping lateral branches of fruit trees according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the grip (1) is covered with an anti-slip pad, which is made of rubber.

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