Stand column device and stacking machine
The modular column mechanism and connection structure solve the problem of excessive length in traditional column devices, enabling convenient transportation and flexible assembly, and improving the assembly efficiency and safety of the stacker crane.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520370967.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-05
AI Technical Summary
Traditional stacker cranes have excessively long support columns, making them inconvenient for transportation and assembly.
It adopts a modular column mechanism, including multiple splicing segments and connecting structures, and achieves a stable connection through positioning pins and connecting wing plates. It is also equipped with speed limiting and limit sensors to ensure safety and flexible assembly.
The transport length of the column assembly is shortened, making it easier to transport and assemble, improving the flexibility and stability of assembly, while also enhancing the safety and guiding function of the lifting device.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of stacker crane technology, and in particular to a column device and a stacker crane. Background Technology
[0002] A stacker crane is a specialized lifting device that uses forks or booms as picking devices to grab, transport, and stack unitized goods in warehouses or workshops, or to pick up and place unitized goods from high-rise shelves. A stacker crane generally includes a ground rail system, a column system, and a lifting device. The column system is movably mounted on the ground rail system, and the lifting device is height-adjustable and mounted on the column system, enabling it to pick up and place goods.
[0003] Traditional stacker cranes typically use an integral structure for their support columns, which are too long and inconvenient for transportation and assembly of the entire stacker crane.
[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a column support device and a stacker crane to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] According to one aspect of the present invention, the objective is to provide a column device, which is assembled to achieve the effects of easy transportation and flexible assembly of the entire stacker crane while ensuring stability.
[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0007] The column assembly includes:
[0008] Two column mechanisms are spaced apart from each other, each column mechanism comprising multiple splicing segments connected sequentially along its extension direction; the lifting device of the stacker crane is height-adjustably connected between the two column mechanisms.
[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the splicing structure further includes a positioning pin, which is inserted into the opposite ends of the two splicing segments that are spliced together.
[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the splicing structure includes connecting wing plates, and the side edges of the opposite ends of the two splicing segments are respectively provided with the connecting wing plates, and the two connecting wing plates are mated together and fixedly connected.
[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, an avoidance groove is provided on one side of the connecting wing plate, and the avoidance groove is configured to avoid the lifting device.
[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the column device further includes a top speed limiting sensor, which is disposed on the side of the top end of the column mechanism and is communicatively connected to the lifting device. When the lifting device senses the top speed limiting sensor, it can reduce the speed at which it moves upward along the column mechanism; and / or,
[0013] The column assembly also includes a bottom speed limiting sensor, which is disposed on the side of the bottom end of the column mechanism and is communicatively connected to the lifting device. When the lifting device senses the bottom speed limiting sensor, it can reduce the speed at which it moves downward along the column mechanism.
[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the column device further includes a top limiting sensor, which is disposed on the side of the top end of the column mechanism and is communicatively connected to the lifting device. When the lifting device senses the top limiting sensor, it can stop moving upward along the column mechanism; and / or,
[0015] The column assembly also includes a bottom limiting sensor, which is disposed on the side of the bottom end of the column mechanism and is communicatively connected to the lifting device. When the lifting device senses the bottom limiting sensor, it can stop moving downward along the column mechanism.
[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the column device further includes a safety auxiliary mechanism, which includes a mounting base, a pin, and a group of inductive switches. The mounting base is disposed on the column mechanism, and the pin can be inserted into the mounting base in a direction parallel to the column mechanism or in a direction perpendicular to the column mechanism.
[0017] The inductive switch group is mounted on the mounting base and is communicatively connected to the control device of the stacker crane. When the inductive switch group senses that the pin is parallel to the column mechanism, the control device controls the lifting device to stop; when the inductive switch group senses that the pin is perpendicular to the column mechanism, the control device can control the lifting device to operate.
[0018] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the safety auxiliary mechanism further includes a locking member, which is detachably installed on the mounting base and can be rotated into the mounting base to abut against and lock the pin, or rotated to unlock the pin.
[0019] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the column device further includes a cable chain, which connects the column mechanism and the lifting device, and the power supply wire of the lifting device is passed through the cable chain.
[0020] As a preferred embodiment of the column device provided by this utility model, the column mechanism further includes a column guide rail, which is connected to the side of the plurality of splicing sections, and the lifting device of the stacker crane is connected to the column guide rail.
[0021] According to another aspect of the present invention, the objective is to provide a stacker crane, the stacker crane comprising a lifting device, a ground rail device, and a column device as described in any of the above embodiments, the column device being adjustablely positioned on the ground rail device, and the lifting device being adjustablely connected in height between two of the column devices.
[0022] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0023] The column assembly provided by this utility model includes two column mechanisms spaced apart from each other. A stacker crane's lifting device is height-adjustably connected between the two column mechanisms. The column mechanism provides guidance for the lifting device's movement. Each column mechanism includes multiple spliced segments connected sequentially along its extension direction via a splicing structure. By configuring the column mechanism body as a multi-segment splice, the column mechanism can be shortened during transportation, facilitating its transport and allowing for easier assembly after entering the factory. This also allows for flexible selection of the overall height of the column mechanism, improving assembly flexibility. Attached Figure Description
[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this utility model will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the content of the embodiments of this utility model and these drawings without creative effort.
[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the stacker crane provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0026] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a section marked A in the middle;
[0027] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a section marked B in the middle;
[0028] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a section marked C in the middle;
[0029] Figure 5This is an exploded view of a column mechanism provided in an embodiment of the utility model;
[0030] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of another column mechanism provided in an embodiment of the utility model;
[0031] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A magnified view of a section marked D in the middle;
[0032] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the safety auxiliary mechanism provided by this utility model.
[0033] In the picture:
[0034] 10. Lifting device; 20. Ground rail device;
[0035] 100. Column mechanism; 110. Splicing section; 111. Connecting wing plate; 112. Clearance groove; 113. First reinforcing member; 114. Connecting hole; 120. Column guide rail; 130. Positioning pin; 140. Cable chain connecting seat; 141. Second reinforcing member; 150. Cable chain limiting member;
[0036] 210. Top speed limit sensor; 220. Top limit sensor;
[0037] 310. Bottom speed limit sensor; 320. Bottom limit sensor;
[0038] 400. Safety auxiliary mechanism; 410. Mounting base; 411. Insertion part; 412. Connecting part; 413. Second insertion channel; 420. Pin; 430. Locking element; 440. First inductive switch; 450. Second inductive switch;
[0039] 500. Cable chain. Detailed Implementation
[0040] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0041] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0042] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0043] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0044] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0045] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0046] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0047] In this embodiment, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between associated objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. Additionally, in this invention, the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following associated objects have an "or" relationship.
[0048] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these 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. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0049] This embodiment provides a column support device and a stacker crane. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the stacker crane includes a lifting device 10, a ground rail device 20, and a column device provided in this embodiment. The ground rail device 20 is parallel to the horizontal direction, and the column device is parallel to the vertical direction. The column device is adjustablely positioned on the ground rail device 20, and the lifting device 10 is adjustablely connected between the two column devices 100. In this embodiment, through the above-described configuration, the position of the lifting device 10 can be adjusted in both the horizontal and vertical directions to facilitate the loading and unloading of goods on the shelf.
[0050] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 The column device provided in this embodiment includes two column mechanisms 100 arranged at intervals between each other. Each column mechanism 100 is arranged parallel to the vertical direction. Each column mechanism 100 includes multiple splicing segments 110 connected sequentially along its extension direction. The multiple splicing segments 110 are connected by a splicing structure. The roller assembly of the lifting device 10 can roll along the extension direction of the multiple splicing segments 110, that is, the multiple splicing segments 110 can provide guidance for the lifting action of the lifting device 10. By setting the body of the column mechanism 100 in the form of multiple splicing segments, the length of the column mechanism 100 can be shortened during transportation, which facilitates the transportation of the column mechanism 100. It also facilitates the splicing of the column mechanism 100 after it enters the factory, and allows for flexible selection of the overall height of the column mechanism 100, improving the flexibility of assembly.
[0051] Specifically, the column mechanism 100 also includes a column guide rail 120. The column guide rail 120 is connected to the sides of multiple splicing sections 110. The stacker crane's lifting device 10 is movably connected between two column mechanisms 100 and connected to the column guide rail 120. The column guide rail 120 has a T-shaped cross-section. The safety clamp of the lifting device 10 is reliably and slidably connected to the column guide rail 120, thereby providing auxiliary guidance for the lifting process of the lifting device 10 and improving its stability and safety. Through the aforementioned column guide rail 120, in addition to providing auxiliary guidance for the lifting device 10, the integrity between the sequentially spliced sections is enhanced, improving the structural reliability and integrity of the column mechanism and ensuring its stable support.
[0052] Continue to refer to Figure 2 ,、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 The splicing structure also includes a positioning pin 130. A connecting hole 114 is provided at the geometric center of the opposite ends of the two splicing segments 110. The positioning pin 130 is inserted into the connecting hole 114 at the opposite ends of the two splicing segments 110 to position the two splicing segments 110.
[0053] Specifically, refer to Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 The splicing structure also includes connecting wing plates 111. The side edges of the opposite ends of the two splicing segments 110 are respectively provided with the aforementioned connecting wing plates 111. The two connecting wing plates 111 are mated together and reliably fixedly connected by multiple connecting bolts.
[0054] Preferably, in order to improve the structural reliability of the connecting wing plate 111 at the end of the splicing section 110, in this embodiment, a plurality of first reinforcing members 113 are provided at intervals on the connecting wing plate 111. The first reinforcing member 113 is specifically a plate-shaped structure, and its two adjacent side portions are respectively connected to the side portions of the connecting wing plate 111 and the splicing section 110.
[0055] More specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, a clearance groove 112 is provided on one side of the connecting wing plate 111. The clearance groove 112 is configured to avoid the lifting device 10. The lifting device 10 specifically moves up and down between two column mechanisms 100, and the clearance groove 112 can avoid special structures such as sensors set on the side of the lifting device 10, so as to prevent the connecting wing plate 111 from interfering with the lifting device 10.
[0056] Continue to refer to Figures 1-4The column assembly also includes a top speed limiting sensor 210, which is disposed on the side of the top end of the column mechanism 100. In this embodiment, the top speed limiting sensor 210 is specifically in the form of a slide rail, extending along the length of the column mechanism 100. The top speed limiting sensor 210 is communicatively connected to a first limit switch (not shown) on the lifting device 10. When the first limit switch senses the top speed limiting sensor 210, the lifting device 10 can reduce its upward movement speed along the column mechanism 100, preventing the lifting device 10 from going out of control.
[0057] Specifically, the column assembly also includes a bottom speed limiting sensor 310, which is disposed on the side of the bottom end of the column mechanism 100. In this embodiment, the bottom speed limiting sensor 310 is specifically in the form of a slide rail, extending along the length of the column mechanism 100. The bottom speed limiting sensor 310 is communicatively connected to a second limit switch (not shown) on the lifting device 10. When the second limit switch senses the bottom speed limiting sensor 310, the lifting device 10 can reduce its downward movement speed along the column mechanism 100.
[0058] More specifically, the column assembly also includes a top limit sensor 220. The top limit sensor 220 has a plate-like structure and is disposed on the side of the top of the column mechanism 100. Its length is less than the length of the top speed limit sensor 210, and it is disposed side-by-side at the end of the top speed limit sensor 210 away from the bottom of the column mechanism 100. The top limit sensor 220 is communicatively connected to the first limit switch of the lifting device 10. When the first limit switch senses the top limit sensor 220, the lifting device 10 can stop its upward movement along the column mechanism 100.
[0059] More specifically, the column assembly also includes a bottom limiting sensor 320, which is disposed on the side of the bottom end of the column mechanism 100. Its length is less than that of the bottom speed limiting sensor 310, and it is disposed side-by-side at the end of the bottom speed limiting sensor 310 away from the top of the column mechanism 100. The bottom limiting sensor 320 is communicatively connected to a second limit switch of the lifting device 10. When the second limit switch senses the bottom limiting sensor 320, the lifting device 10 can stop its downward movement along the column mechanism 100.
[0060] In some embodiments, the top speed limit sensor 210 and the top limit sensor 220 are mounted on one column mechanism 100, and the bottom speed limit sensor 310 and the bottom limit sensor 320 are mounted on another column mechanism 100.
[0061] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 The column assembly also includes a cable chain 500. The cable chain 500 connects the column mechanism 100 and the lifting device 10, and the power supply wires of the lifting device 10 are threaded through the cable chain 500. The cable chain 500 can organize the power supply wires of the lifting device 10, preventing problems such as tangling of the power supply wires during the lifting process.
[0062] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 The cable chain 500 can be mounted on only one column mechanism 100. A cable chain connecting seat 140 is provided on the side of the column mechanism 100 away from the lifting device 10, and the end of the cable chain 500 is fixedly connected to the cable chain connecting seat 140. The cable chain connecting seat 140 is specifically a plate-shaped structure, and a second reinforcing member 141 is also provided on it. The second reinforcing member 141 is specifically a right-angled triangular plate-shaped structure, with its two adjacent right-angled sides respectively connected to the cable chain connecting seat 140 and the side of the column mechanism 100, such as... Figure 7 As shown, this ensures the reliability of the cable chain connector 140 installation.
[0063] To be more specific, refer to Figure 6 The column mechanism 100 is also equipped with multiple cable chain limiting members 150. The multiple cable chain limiting members 150 are spaced apart along the length direction of the column mechanism 100, and the outer side of the cable chain 500 abuts against the cable chain limiting member 150. The cable chain limiting members 150 ensure the stability of the cable chain 500 when it moves with the lifting device 10.
[0064] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 8 The column assembly also includes a safety auxiliary mechanism 400. The safety auxiliary mechanism 400 includes a mounting base 410, a pin 420, and a set of inductive switches. The mounting base 410 includes an insertion part 411 and multiple connecting parts 412. In this embodiment, there are two connecting parts 412, which are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the insertion part 411 and can be connected to the column mechanism 100 using bolts or other connecting components, thereby fixing the insertion part 411 to the column mechanism 100.
[0065] Specifically, the insertion part 411 has a first insertion channel (not shown) in a direction parallel to the column mechanism 100, and a second insertion channel 413 in a direction perpendicular to the column mechanism 100. The pin 420 can pass through the first insertion channel or the second insertion channel 413. That is, the pin 420 can be inserted into the insertion part 411 in a direction parallel to the column mechanism 100 or in a direction perpendicular to the column mechanism 100. The inductive switch group is disposed on the insertion part 411 and is communicatively connected to the control device of the stacker crane. When the inductive switch group senses that the pin 420 is parallel to the column mechanism 100, the control device controls the lifting device 10 to stop. When the inductive switch group senses that the pin 420 is perpendicular to the column mechanism 100, the control device can control the lifting device 10 to operate.
[0066] More specifically, the inductive switch group includes a first inductive switch 440 and a second inductive switch 450. Both the first and second inductive switches 440 are mounted on the insertion part 411, with the first inductive switch 440 located on the opening path of the first insertion channel and the second inductive switch 450 located on the opening path of the second insertion channel 413. When the pin 420 is inserted into the first insertion channel, the first inductive switch 440 is activated and sends a signal to the control device. The control device then puts the stacker crane into operation, and the lifting device 10 can then perform normal lifting and lowering. When the pin 420 is inserted into the second insertion channel 413, the second inductive switch 450 is activated and sends a signal to the control device. The control device then puts the stacker crane into a stopped state, and the lifting device 10 cannot perform normal lifting and lowering to ensure the safety of maintenance personnel when repairing the stacker crane.
[0067] More specifically, the safety auxiliary mechanism 400 also includes a locking member 430. The locking member 430 is detachably installed in the insertion portion 411 and can be rotated into the insertion portion 411 to lock the pin 420, or rotated to unlock the pin 420. The locking member 430 ensures the reliability of the pin 420's installation in the insertion portion 411 and prevents the pin 420 from falling out. In this embodiment, the locking member 430 can be a stud structure with a five-star handle.
[0068] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A column support device, characterized in that, include: Two column mechanisms (100) are spaced apart from each other. Each column mechanism (100) includes multiple splicing segments (110) that are sequentially spliced along its extension direction. The multiple splicing segments (110) are connected by a splicing structure. The lifting device (10) of the stacker crane is height-adjustably connected between the two column mechanisms (100).
2. The column device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The splicing structure includes a positioning pin (130), which is inserted into the opposite ends of the two splicing segments (110) that are spliced together.
3. The column device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The splicing structure includes connecting wing plates (111), and the side edges of the opposite ends of the two splicing segments (110) are respectively provided with connecting wing plates (111), and the two connecting wing plates (111) are mated together and fixedly connected.
4. The column device according to claim 3, characterized in that, An avoidance groove (112) is provided on one side of the connecting wing plate (111), and the avoidance groove (112) is configured to avoid the lifting device (10).
5. The column device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The column assembly further includes a top speed limiting sensor (210), which is disposed on the side of the top end of the column mechanism (100) and is communicatively connected to the lifting device (10). When the lifting device (10) senses the top speed limiting sensor (210), it can reduce the speed at which it moves upward along the column mechanism (100); and / or, The column device also includes a bottom speed limiting sensor (310), which is disposed on the side of the bottom end of the column mechanism (100) and is communicatively connected to the lifting device (10). When the lifting device (10) senses the bottom speed limiting sensor (310), it can reduce the speed at which it moves downward along the column mechanism (100).
6. The column device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The column assembly further includes a top limiting sensor (220), which is disposed on the side of the top end of the column mechanism (100) and is communicatively connected to the lifting device (10). When the lifting device (10) senses the top limiting sensor (220), it can stop moving upward along the column mechanism (100); and / or, The column device also includes a bottom limiting sensor (320), which is disposed on the side of the bottom end of the column mechanism (100) and is communicatively connected to the lifting device (10). When the lifting device (10) senses the bottom limiting sensor (320), it can stop moving downward along the column mechanism (100).
7. The column device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The column assembly also includes a safety auxiliary mechanism (400), which includes a mounting base (410), a pin (420), and a set of inductive switches. The mounting base (410) is disposed on the column assembly (100), and the pin (420) can be inserted into the mounting base (410) in a direction parallel to the column assembly (100) or in a direction perpendicular to the column assembly (100). The inductive switch group is mounted on the mounting base (410) and is communicatively connected to the control device of the stacker crane. When the inductive switch group senses that the pin (420) is parallel to the column mechanism (100), the control device controls the lifting device (10) to stop. When the inductive switch group senses that the pin (420) is perpendicular to the column mechanism (100), the control device can control the lifting device (10) to operate.
8. The column device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The safety auxiliary mechanism (400) further includes a locking member (430), which is detachably mounted on the mounting base (410) and can be rotated into the mounting base (410) to abut against and lock the pin (420), or rotated to unlock the pin (420).
9. The column device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The column assembly also includes a drag chain (500), which is connected between the column mechanism (100) and the lifting device (10), and the power supply wire of the lifting device (10) is passed through the drag chain (500).
10. The column device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The column mechanism (100) also includes a column guide rail (120), which is connected to the side of the plurality of splicing segments (110), and the lifting device (10) of the stacker is connected to the column guide rail (120).
11. A stacker crane, characterized in that, It includes a lifting device (10), a ground rail device (20), and a column device as described in any one of claims 1-10, wherein the column device is positionably disposed on the ground rail device (20), and the lifting device (10) is heightably connected between the two column mechanisms (100).