Automatic discharging bin
By designing a double-door structure for the automatic discharge hopper, the problems of material accumulation and jamming in power material discharge equipment were solved, achieving fully automated, flexible, and efficient uniform discharge, thereby improving production efficiency and equipment adaptability.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520433450.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-13
AI Technical Summary
Existing power material unloading equipment suffers from problems such as material accumulation, jamming, inability to flexibly adapt to different types of material frames, and the need for manual intervention, resulting in low production efficiency.
Design an automatic material discharge bin with a double-door structure. The opening and closing of the two movable door panels are driven by electric means and controlled by position sensors to achieve flexible adjustment of material direction and uniform discharge, avoid jamming, and adapt to different material frames.
It achieves fully automated material discharge, improves work efficiency, avoids manual intervention, ensures uniform material distribution, reduces energy consumption, and enhances equipment adaptability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of material conveying technology, and specifically discloses an automatic discharge bin. Background Technology
[0002] Because discarded electrical materials contain large amounts of heavy metals and hazardous substances, improper disposal or incineration can cause serious pollution to soil, water, and air, posing a potential threat to human health and the ecological environment. Professional recycling and processing can effectively reduce environmental pollution and protect the ecological balance. In particular, copper and aluminum, among other metals, in cables and steel-cored aluminum stranded wires are valuable resources. Recycling and reuse can not only save raw materials but also reduce production costs, achieving effective resource recycling. The electrical material recycling industry also creates numerous job opportunities, contributing to local economic development. Recycling companies profit from selling valuable materials from discarded cables and steel-cored aluminum stranded wires, promoting the healthy development of the industry.
[0003] At present, in the production line for disassembling power cables and steel-cored aluminum stranded wire, the material tends to accumulate in a fixed position in the material frame during discharge, requiring manual material removal. The process of changing frames when the material is full requires machine shutdown and manual intervention.
[0004] In terms of the structure of the discharge equipment, the existing discharge structure is prone to jamming when opening and closing the gate, and the material slides out in a fixed direction that cannot be adjusted. It cannot be flexibly adapted to different models and sizes of material frames, resulting in low production efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the technical problems listed in the background section, this utility model provides an automatic discharging hopper. The specific technical solution is as follows:
[0006] It includes a hopper frame and a hopper fixed on it. The bottom of the hopper has two movable door panels. The two door panels achieve the closing or opening of the bottom of the hopper through relative movement. The opening and closing of the two movable door panels is driven by electric means, and the opening and closing angle of the movable door panels is controlled by feedback information from position sensors.
[0007] In this way, the two door panels can stop at different angles, and by cooperating with each other, the direction of material discharge can be determined to match the material frame; at the same time, the discharge direction can be adjusted during the discharge process, so that the material can be evenly piled up in the entire material frame without manual material handling.
[0008] Preferably, the two movable door panels are double doors, which are fixed on two horizontally arranged door hinges that are parallel to each other. The door hinges are driven by a motor and a gearbox, and the position sensor is fixed on the hopper frame on the side of the door hinge.
[0009] Compared to sliding doors, double doors are better able to prevent materials from getting stuck.
[0010] Preferably, the bottom of the hopper is closed when both movable door panels are in a horizontal position.
[0011] This design prevents materials from leaking out from the sides.
[0012] Preferably, the two movable door panels do not overlap when both are in a horizontal position.
[0013] This design ensures that the relative positions of the two movable door panels will not interfere with each other under any circumstances during the rotation to the horizontal position.
[0014] Preferably, the two sets of motors and gearbox assemblies are fixed on the outer walls of the two opposite sides of the hopper, and the motor shafts are parallel to the door shafts.
[0015] This transmission method results in a shorter transmission distance, effectively reducing energy consumption.
[0016] Preferably, when the bottom of the hopper is closed, the two movable door panels are symmetrical about the seam.
[0017] Preferably, the hopper frame is made of spliced profiles.
[0018] These features enable good interchangeability of the components, reducing the types and quantities of spare parts needed for maintenance.
[0019] Preferably, the lowest point of any movable door panel is higher than the top of the receiving frame when it is opened.
[0020] Preferably, the opening angle of any movable door panel can be adjusted according to the position of the receiving frame and the size of the frame opening.
[0021] Preferably, any one of the movable door panels is rectangular.
[0022] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages:
[0023] Compared with existing manual frame replacement or human-machine combined discharge equipment, the automatic storage and discharge equipment provided by this utility model can achieve fully automated operation and can evenly discharge materials into the material frame according to the state of the material. When changing frames, it automatically closes and stores materials, and has the characteristics of simple and convenient operation and high work efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0024] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the automatic discharge bin in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0025] Figure 2 These are three views of the automatic discharge hopper in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0026] In the diagram: 1. Profile frame; 2. Storage hopper; 3. Servo motor; 4. Sensor; 5. Shaft; 6. Bearing; 7. Bearing housing; 8. Reducer; 9. Valve plate. Detailed Implementation
[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on these embodiments, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0028] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 In this embodiment of the utility model, an adjustable-direction automated discharge bin is disclosed, including a storage hopper 2. A profile frame 1 is constructed around the storage hopper 2 using profiles for installation in a suitable fixed position to connect with the front-end discharge device. A servo motor 3 is installed on one side of the bottom material outlet, and its output shaft is connected to a reducer 8. The output shaft of the reducer 8 is connected to a shaft 5. The shaft 5 passes through a bearing 6, and the bearing 6 is fixed below the long side of the profile frame 1 by a bearing seat 7. A single valve plate 9 is installed on the shaft 5. Another set of servo motor 3, reducer 8, shaft 5, bearing 6, bearing seat 7, and valve plate 9 is installed on the opposite side of the same side. A sensor is installed on the profile frame 1 for limiting the rotation of the valve plate.
[0029] The equipment's workflow is as follows:
[0030] When granular or short strip materials are produced from the production line and are not yet loaded into frames or bags, they are connected to this device. The material enters the storage hopper 2, and the device, controlled by a PLC, drives the servo motor 3 to rotate the shaft 5, causing the valve plate 9 to swing to both sides. The angle control of the two symmetrical valve plates controls the opening and closing of the hopper and provides a sloped guide when the material enters the frame. The material slides into the frame through the valve plate, thus automatically filling the frame without manual intervention.
[0031] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. An automatic discharging hopper, characterized in that, It includes a hopper frame and a hopper fixed on it. The bottom of the hopper has two movable door panels. The two door panels achieve the closing or opening of the bottom of the hopper through relative movement. The opening and closing of the two movable door panels is driven by electric means, and the opening and closing angle of the movable door panels is controlled by feedback information from position sensors.
2. The automatic discharging hopper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two movable door panels are double doors, each fixed on two horizontally arranged door hinges that are parallel to each other. The door hinges are driven by a motor and a gearbox, and the position sensor is fixed on the hopper frame on the side of the door hinge.
3. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 2, characterized in that, When both movable door panels are in the horizontal position, the bottom of the hopper is closed.
4. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 3, characterized in that, The two movable door panels do not overlap when both are in a horizontal position.
5. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 4, characterized in that, Two sets of motors and gearbox assemblies are fixed on the outer walls of the two opposite sides of the hopper, with the motor shafts parallel to the door shafts.
6. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 5, characterized in that, When the bottom of the hopper is closed, the two movable door panels are symmetrical about the seam.
7. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 6, characterized in that, The hopper frame is made of spliced profiles.
8. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 7, characterized in that, When any movable door panel is opened, its lowest point is higher than the top of the receiving frame.
9. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 8, characterized in that, The opening angle of any movable door panel can be adjusted according to the position of the receiving frame and the size of the frame opening.
10. An automatic discharging hopper according to claim 9, characterized in that, Each movable door panel is rectangular.