Cover folding machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cover folding machine which comprises a machine frame, a conveying mechanism used for conveying a carton is arranged on the machine frame, a folding frame is arranged on the machine frame in a sliding mode, a cover pressing arm is rotationally arranged on the folding frame, and a first driving device used for driving the folding frame to move up and down is arranged on the machine frame. After the folding frame is driven by the first driving device to abut against one end of the box cover, the cover pressing arm can rotate relative to the folding frame to abut against the other end of the box cover under the action of external force. The folding frame is slidably arranged on the rack, the cover pressing arm is rotatably arranged on the folding frame, and the left box cover and the right box cover can be folded to cover the opening of the box body through structural cooperation of the folding frame and the cover pressing arm, so that manual cover folding is replaced, and the working efficiency is improved. In addition, a first glue sealing device is further arranged on the rack, a second glue sealing device is arranged on the movable frame, and the cover folding machine can conduct cover folding operation on the carton and can also conduct glue sealing operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model particularly relates to a cover-folding machine. Background Technology

[0002] Cardboard boxes, commonly used as wrapping materials for goods or as protective outer layers for items, are the most widely used packaging products. The packaging process requires packing, folding, and sealing the products. The existing method of folding and sealing involves manually folding the left and right lids of the cardboard box together, then pulling out the adhesive roll to glue the lids together. This manual folding method requires a large amount of labor and is inefficient, thus affecting production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a cap-folding machine.

[0004] To solve the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A capping machine includes a frame, a conveying mechanism for conveying cartons is provided on the frame, a folding frame is slidably provided on the frame, a capping arm is rotatably provided on the folding frame, and a first driving device is provided on the frame for driving the folding frame to move up and down. After the folding frame abuts against one end of the carton cap under the drive of the first driving device, the capping arm can rotate relative to the folding frame and abut against the other end of the carton cap under the action of external force.

[0006] Preferably, the folding frame is provided with a bearing, the capping arm is rotatably mounted on the bearing, and a drive cylinder is connected to the capping arm, which drives the capping arm to rotate relative to the folding frame.

[0007] Preferably, the folding frame is provided with a guide cover plate, and the guide cover plate has an installation groove, and the pressing arm can rotate relative to the folding frame and move into the installation groove.

[0008] Preferably, the frame is provided with a first sealing device located on the conveying mechanism.

[0009] Preferably, the folding frame is provided with arc-shaped supports on both sides, a pressure rod is connected to the arc-shaped support, and an arc-shaped support driving device is connected to the arc-shaped support.

[0010] Preferably, the frame is provided with a movable frame along the conveying direction, the movable frame is connected to a movable frame drive device and a second sealing device, the movable frame is symmetrically slidably provided with connecting brackets, the connecting brackets are connected with guide wheels, and the connecting brackets are connected with connecting bracket drive devices.

[0011] Preferably, the movable frame is provided with a guide rod at one end facing the folding frame, and the guide rod has an arc-shaped segment.

[0012] Preferably, a first limiting plate is symmetrically arranged below the folding frame, and a second driving device is connected to the first limiting plate. The second driving device is used to drive the two first limiting plates to move closer to or further away from the conveying mechanism.

[0013] Preferably, a second limiting plate is symmetrically arranged below the movable frame, and the second limiting plate is connected to a third driving device. The third driving device is used to drive the two second limiting plates to move closer to or further away from the conveying mechanism.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] This application features a folding frame that slides on the frame, and a capping arm that rotates on the folding frame. The combined structure of the folding frame and the capping arm allows the left and right carton lids to be folded to close the opening of the carton, thus replacing manual folding and improving work efficiency. In addition, this application includes a first sealing device on the frame and a second sealing device on the movable frame. Therefore, this folding machine can not only fold cartons but also seal them. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cap-folding machine according to this application. Figure 1 ;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cap-folding machine according to this application. Figure 2 ;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cap-folding machine according to this application. Figure 3 ;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cap-folding machine according to this application. Figure 4 ;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cap-folding machine according to this application. Figure 5 . Detailed Implementation

[0022] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout.

[0023] The orientation shown in the accompanying drawings should not be construed as limiting the specific protection scope of this utility model, but is only for reference and understanding of preferred embodiments. The product components shown in the drawings can be changed in position, increased in number, or simplified in structure.

[0024] The “connection” described in the specification and the “connection” relationship between the components shown in the accompanying drawings can be understood as a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or a connection that forms an integral unit; it can be a direct connection or a connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the connection relationship according to the specific circumstances and can derive different implementation methods such as screwing, riveting, welding, snap-fitting, or embedding to suitably replace the connection.

[0025] The directional terms such as up, down, left, right, top, and bottom mentioned in the instruction manual and the directions shown in the attached drawings indicate that the components can directly contact each other or contact each other through other features; for example, "up" can mean directly above or diagonally above, or it simply means above other objects; other directions can be understood by analogy.

[0026] The materials used to manufacture solid-shaped parts as shown in the specification and drawings may be metallic, non-metallic, or other synthetic materials. The machining processes used for solid-shaped parts may include stamping, forging, casting, wire cutting, laser cutting, injection molding, CNC milling, 3D printing, machining, etc. Those skilled in the art may adapt or combine the above materials and manufacturing processes according to different processing conditions, costs, and precision requirements.

[0027] A capping machine includes a frame 1, a conveying mechanism 10 for conveying a carton 2 is provided on the frame 1, a folding frame 3 is slidably provided on the frame 1, a capping arm 4 is rotatably provided on the folding frame 3, and a first driving device 5 is provided on the frame 1 for driving the folding frame 3 to move up and down. After the folding frame 3 abuts against one end of the carton cap under the drive of the first driving device 5, the capping arm 4 can rotate relative to the folding frame 3 and abut against the other end of the carton cap under the action of external force.

[0028] Furthermore, the folding frame 3 is provided with a bearing 6, the cover arm 4 is rotatably mounted on the bearing 6, and a drive cylinder 7 is connected to the cover arm 4, the drive cylinder 7 drives the cover arm 4 to rotate relative to the folding frame 3.

[0029] Furthermore, the folding frame 3 is provided with a guide cover plate 8, and the guide cover plate 8 is provided with an installation groove 9, and the pressing arm 4 can rotate relative to the folding frame 3 and move into the installation groove 9.

[0030] Furthermore, the frame 1 is provided with a first sealing device 11 located on the conveying mechanism 10.

[0031] Furthermore, arc-shaped supports 31 are respectively provided on both sides of the folding frame 3, pressure rods 32 are connected to the arc-shaped supports 31, and arc-shaped support driving devices 33 are connected to the arc-shaped supports 31.

[0032] Furthermore, the frame 1 is provided with a movable frame 12 along the conveying direction. The movable frame 12 is connected to a movable frame drive device 121 and a second sealing device 110. A connecting bracket 13 is symmetrically slidably arranged on the movable frame 12. A guide wheel 14 is connected to the connecting bracket 13. A connecting bracket drive device 131 is connected to the connecting bracket 13.

[0033] Furthermore, the movable frame 12 is provided with a guide rod 15 at one end facing the folding frame 3, and the guide rod 15 has an arc-shaped segment.

[0034] Furthermore, a first limiting plate 16 is symmetrically arranged below the folding frame 3, and a second driving device is connected to the first limiting plate 16. The second driving device is used to drive the two first limiting plates 16 to move closer to or further away from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0035] Furthermore, a second limiting plate 17 is symmetrically arranged below the moving frame 12. The second limiting plate 17 is connected to a third driving device. The third driving device is used to drive the two second limiting plates 17 to move closer to or further away from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0036] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0037] The operator first moves carton 2 onto the conveyor mechanism 10, then arranges the two lids at the top of carton 2 so that they are close together. Figure 1 As shown. When the carton 2 is conveyed to the bottom of the folding frame 3, the first drive device 5 drives the folding frame 3 to move downward. An arc-shaped bracket 31 is connected to the folding frame 3, and a pressure rod 32 is connected to the arc-shaped bracket 31. The arc-shaped bracket drive device 33 drives the arc-shaped bracket 31 to swing relative to the folding frame 3 until they are close to each other, so that the two pressure rods 32 on the arc-shaped bracket 31 press against one end of the left and right carton lids respectively. Under the force of the pressure rods 32, the two carton lids are folded to close the opening of the carton. Then, the lid-pressing arm 4 swings around the bearing 6 under the action of the drive cylinder 7, and finally drives the lower end of the lid-pressing arm 4 to abut against the other end of the carton lid. When the lid-pressing arm 4 is in the position of the folding frame 3, the folding frame 31 moves downward. Figure 1In the structure shown, the two sides of the capping arm 4 abut against the left and right box covers respectively. Through the cooperation of the capping arm 4 and the pressure rod 32, the left and right box covers can be folded to close the opening of the box and maintained in a closed state. In order to increase the performance of this folding machine, a first sealing device 11 is provided on the frame 1 located below the folding frame 3. After the carton 2 is placed on the conveying mechanism 10, during the conveying process, while the first sealing device 11 seals the left and right box covers at the bottom of the carton 2, the capping arm 4 and the pressure rod 32 simultaneously fold the left and right box covers at the top of the carton 2, thereby improving work efficiency.

[0038] Based on the above technical solution, the structural cooperation between the capping arm 4 and the folding frame 3 can be as follows: a bearing 6 is provided on the folding frame 3, the capping arm 4 is rotatably mounted on the bearing 6, and a telescopic cylinder is provided on the folding frame 3 to drive the capping arm 4 to rotate relative to the folding frame 3.

[0039] As the carton 2 moves below the folding frame 3, not only is the upper lid folded, but the lower lid is also sealed. As the carton 2 continues to move along the conveyor mechanism 10, it reaches the area below the moving frame 12. At this point, the moving frame 12, driven by the moving frame drive device 121, moves the guide rod 15 downwards. The guide rod 15 then abuts against the left and right lids at the top of the carton 2. As the carton 2 continues to move along the conveyor mechanism 10, the second sealing device 110 on the moving frame 12 seals the left and right lids at the top of the carton 2. In this technical solution, the guide rod 15 has an arc-shaped section. This arc-shaped section allows the guide rod 15 to abut against the upper lid of the carton 2 when it moves below the moving frame 12, facilitating the sealing operation of the upper lid by the second sealing device 110 on the moving frame 12.

[0040] Based on the above technical solution, this application provides guide wheels 14 movably arranged on both sides of the movable frame 12. A connecting bracket 13 corresponding to the guide wheels 14 is slidably arranged on the movable frame 12. A connecting bracket driving device 131 is connected to the connecting bracket 13. Under the drive of the connecting bracket driving device 131, the connecting bracket 13 drives the two guide wheels 14 to move closer or further away from each other. When the carton 2 moves under the movable frame 12, the guide wheels 14 move and abut against both sides of the carton 2. This design restricts the movement trajectory of the carton 2, allowing the second sealing device 110 to better seal the lid of the carton 2.

[0041] Throughout the process, this application provides first limiting plates 16 on both sides of the conveying mechanism 10 located below the folding frame 3. A second driving device is connected to each first limiting plate 16, driving the two first limiting plates 16 to move closer or further apart. The function of the first limiting plates 16 is to form a first channel for the movement of the cardboard box 2, guiding its trajectory and allowing it to move directly below the folding frame 3. When the cardboard box 2 moves out from below the folding frame 3, this application provides second limiting plates 17 on both sides of the conveying mechanism 10 located below the moving frame 12. The two second limiting plates 17 form a second channel for the movement of the cardboard box 2. As the cardboard box 2 moves within the first channel, when one end of the cardboard box 2 moves out of the first channel and is located below the moving frame 12, a third driving device drives the second limiting plates 17 to move closer together, causing them to adhere to the outside of the cardboard box 2. At this time, the two second limiting plates 17 together form a second channel. A second channel is formed, which guides the movement trajectory of the carton 2. As the conveyor mechanism 10 continues to convey the carton 2, the carton 2 moves within the second channel. The moving frame 12 moves downward and the guide rod 15 abuts against the lid at the top of the carton 2, keeping the lid closed. As the carton 2 moves forward, the second sealing device 110 on the moving frame 12 seals the lid at the top of the carton 2. After the sealing process is completed, the carton 2 continues to move along the second channel to the designated position. The second and third driving devices mentioned above can both be implemented using a driving cylinder; the first driving device 5 and the moving frame driving device 121 mentioned above can be implemented using a chain conveyor; the arc-shaped support driving device 33 mentioned above can be implemented using a driving cylinder. The design principle of the driving devices mentioned above is a mature technical means in this field and is not the main design concept of this application, so it will not be described in detail here.

[0042] As an example 1, the conveying mechanism 10 described above can be implemented by a roller conveyor. Since roller conveyors are a mature technology in this field, they will not be described in detail here.

[0043] This application features a folding frame that slides on the frame, and a capping arm that rotates on the folding frame. The combined structure of the folding frame and the capping arm allows the left and right carton lids to be folded to close the opening of the carton, thus replacing manual folding and improving work efficiency. In addition, this application includes a first sealing device on the frame and a second sealing device on the movable frame 12. Therefore, this folding machine can not only fold cartons but also seal them.

[0044] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes or modifications can be made to the present invention without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention as defined by the claims. Therefore, the detailed description of the embodiments in this disclosure is for explanation only and not for limiting the present invention, but rather the scope of protection is defined by the content of the claims.

Claims

1. A cap-folding machine, characterized in that, The device includes a frame (1), on which a conveying mechanism (10) for conveying cartons (2) is provided. A folding frame (3) is slidably provided on the frame (1), and a capping arm (4) is rotatably provided on the folding frame (3). A first driving device (5) for driving the folding frame (3) to move up and down is provided on the frame (1). After the folding frame (3) abuts against one end of the carton cover under the drive of the first driving device (5), the capping arm (4) can rotate relative to the folding frame (3) and abut against the other end of the carton cover under the action of external force.

2. A cap-folding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The folding frame (3) is provided with a bearing (6), the cover arm (4) is rotatably mounted on the bearing (6), and a drive cylinder (7) is connected to the cover arm (4). The drive cylinder (7) drives the cover arm (4) to rotate relative to the folding frame (3).

3. A cap-folding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The folding frame (3) is provided with a guide cover plate (8), and the guide cover plate (8) is provided with an installation groove (9). The pressing arm (4) can rotate relative to the folding frame (3) and move into the installation groove (9).

4. A cap-folding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (1) is provided with a first sealing device (11) located on the conveying mechanism (10).

5. A cap-folding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The folding frame (3) is provided with arc-shaped brackets (31) on both sides, and pressure rods (32) are connected to the arc-shaped brackets (31). Arc-shaped bracket driving devices (33) are connected to the arc-shaped brackets (31).

6. A cap-folding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (1) is provided with a movable frame (12) along the conveying direction. The movable frame (12) is connected to a movable frame drive device (121) and a second sealing device (110). A connecting bracket (13) is symmetrically slidably arranged on the movable frame (12). A guide wheel (14) is connected to the connecting bracket (13). A connecting bracket drive device (131) is connected to the connecting bracket (13).

7. A cap-folding machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The movable frame (12) has a guide rod (15) at one end facing the folding frame (3), and the guide rod (15) has an arc-shaped section.

8. A cap-folding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first limiting plate (16) is symmetrically arranged below the folding frame (3). A second driving device is connected to the first limiting plate (16). The second driving device is used to drive the two first limiting plates (16) to move closer to or further away from the conveying mechanism (10).

9. A cap-folding machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, A second limiting plate (17) is symmetrically arranged below the moving frame (12). The second limiting plate (17) is connected to a third driving device. The third driving device is used to drive the two second limiting plates (17) to move closer to or further away from the conveying mechanism (10).

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