Box opening device and self-service pizza machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a box opening device and a self-service pizza machine, which comprises a mounting seat, a box opening frame and a pick-up and delivery platform for placing pizza boxes, the box opening frame is mounted on the mounting seat, a through groove for the box opening frame to pass through is formed in the bottom of the pick-up and delivery platform, the box opening device comprises a driving mechanism mounted on the mounting seat, and the output end of the driving mechanism is connected with the pick-up and delivery platform; the lifting mechanism is used for driving the taking-conveying platform to lift; the fixing mechanism is mounted on the taking and conveying platform and used for fixing a box body of the pizza box; the taking and conveying platform is driven by the driving mechanism to ascend and descend, so that the box body of the pizza box is driven to move, a pizza container in the pizza box is jacked up through the box opening frame, and the box opening step of the pizza box is completed. When the box is opened in a lifting mode, the box opening frame is always located on the installation base and keeps still, and therefore when the box is opened, the pizza box is located on the box opening frame and does not slide or turn over, the structure is simple, and stability is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vending machine technology, and in particular to a box opening device and a self-service pizza machine. Background Technology

[0002] Vending machines are commonly used equipment in commercial automation. They are not limited by time or location, save manpower, and facilitate transactions, representing a new form of commercial retail, often referred to as 24-hour mini-supermarkets. Furthermore, with market changes, vending machines have evolved into various styles, including those selling items such as pizzas.

[0003] Self-service pizza machines require pizzas to be placed in pizza boxes, which are then stored in a refrigerated or frozen container to maintain their quality over time. During operation, a conveyor system removes the pizza from the storage container and delivers it to the box-opening device. The opening device positions and opens the pizza box, and a conveyor system transports the pizza to a heating device for heating. After heating, the conveyor system removes the pizza, returns it to the box, and sends it to the dispensing outlet.

[0004] Existing pizza box opening devices mainly use a linear motor to drive the opening frame to lift and lower. The top rod of the opening frame extends from the bottom of the delivery platform into the pizza box to open the lid. Some devices also use a motor to drive the opening frame to lift and lower via a lead screw.

[0005] Whether a linear motor directly drives the box-opening frame or a rotary motor drives the box-opening frame via a lead screw, both methods result in uneven force during lifting. Over time, the linear motor or lead screw will wear out and gradually cause shaking during lifting, leading to the pizza container slipping or tipping over when lifting the pizza.

[0006] In view of this, a new technical solution is needed to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0007] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a box opening device and a self-service pizza machine to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the first aspect of this utility model provides a pizza box opening device, including a mounting base, a box opening frame, and a delivery platform for placing a pizza box. The box opening frame is mounted on the mounting base, and the bottom of the delivery platform has a through groove for the box opening frame to pass through. The device includes: a drive mechanism mounted on the mounting base, with its output end connected to the delivery platform, for driving the delivery platform to move up and down; and a fixing mechanism mounted on the delivery platform for fixing the pizza box body. When the drive mechanism drives the delivery platform to move downward to the bottom, the box opening frame extends through the through groove into the bottom of the delivery platform and lifts the pizza container.

[0009] In a further technical solution, the fixing mechanism includes a fixing member, and the top of the delivery platform has an installation groove, in which the fixing member is installed.

[0010] In a further technical solution, the fixing component is a suction cup, with the top of the suction cup facing the box body.

[0011] In a further technical solution, the fixing mechanism also includes an air source, which is connected to the bottom of the suction cup and is used to extract air from the suction cup, with the top of the suction cup facing the box.

[0012] In a further technical solution, the pick-up and delivery platform is equipped with a guide shaft, the first end of the guide shaft is connected to the pick-up and delivery platform, and the second end of the guide shaft slides up and down on the mounting base.

[0013] In a further technical solution, the mounting base is equipped with a guide seat, and the second end of the guide shaft slides up and down on the inner wall of the guide seat.

[0014] In a further technical solution, the box-opening frame includes a base plate and multiple support members. The base plate is mounted on the mounting base, and the multiple support members are mounted on the base plate. The picking and delivering platform moves up and down along the support members through the through groove.

[0015] In a further technical solution, the box opening frame also includes a box opening component, which is installed on the base plate. When the box opening frame extends into the box body, the box opening component opens the lid of the pizza box.

[0016] In a further technical solution, the drive mechanism is selected from motors.

[0017] Secondly, this utility model also provides a self-service pizza machine, including a box-opening device.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, this utility model brings the following technical effects:

[0019] This invention discloses a pizza box opening device. A drive mechanism raises and lowers a delivery platform, which in turn moves the pizza box body. An opening frame then lifts the pizza container inside the box, thus completing the opening process. During the lifting and opening process, the opening frame remains stationary on the mounting base. Therefore, the pizza box is positioned on the opening frame during opening, preventing slippage or tipping. The device features a simple structure and high stability.

[0020] The self-service pizza machine of this utility model includes all the technical features and beneficial effects of a box-opening device, and therefore will not be described in detail here. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a box-opening device according to this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure after opening the pizza box.

[0024] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure behind the hidden pizza box.

[0025] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0026] 1. Mounting base; 11. Guide shaft; 12. Guide seat;

[0027] 2. Box opening frame; 21. Base plate; 22. Support component; 23. Box opening component;

[0028] 3. Delivery platform; 31. Through slot; 32. Mounting slot;

[0029] 4. Drive mechanism;

[0030] 5. Fasteners;

[0031] 6. Pizza box; 61. Box body; 62. Box lid;

[0032] 7. Pizza container;

[0033] 8. Pizza. Detailed Implementation

[0034] 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.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0036] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0037] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0038] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0039] Example 1

[0040] See Figure 1-3 As shown, a pizza box opening device includes a mounting base 1, an opening frame 2, and a delivery platform 3 for placing a pizza box 6 with a box body 61. The opening frame 2 is mounted on the mounting base 1. The bottom of the delivery platform 3 has a through groove 31 for the opening frame 2 to pass through. The device includes: a drive mechanism 4, mounted on the mounting base 1, with its output end connected to the delivery platform 3, for driving the delivery platform 3 to move up and down; and a fixing mechanism, mounted on the delivery platform 3, for fixing the box body 61 of the pizza box 6. When the drive mechanism 4 drives the delivery platform 3 to move downward to the bottom, the opening frame 2 extends through the through groove 31 into the bottom of the delivery platform 3 and lifts the pizza container 7.

[0041] The drive mechanism 4 drives the lifting and lowering platform 3, thereby moving the pizza box 6 body 61. The opening frame 2 then lifts the pizza container 7 inside the pizza box 6, completing the opening process of the pizza box 6. During the lifting and lowering process, the opening frame 2 remains stationary on the mounting base 1. Therefore, the pizza box 6 is positioned on the opening frame 2 during opening, preventing the pizza 8 from slipping or tipping over. The structure is simple and highly stable.

[0042] In a further specific embodiment, the fixing mechanism includes a fixing member 5, and the top of the delivery platform 3 has an installation groove 32, in which the fixing member 5 is installed. The pizza box 6 is fixed by the fixing member 5, and in cooperation with the box opening frame 2 and the drive mechanism 4, the pizza container 7 is lifted up, and the pizza box 6 is opened.

[0043] In a further specific embodiment, the fixing member 5 is a suction cup, with the top of the suction cup facing the box body 61. The fixing mechanism also includes an air source, which is connected to the bottom of the suction cup and is used to extract air from the suction cup, with the top of the suction cup facing the box body 61.

[0044] It should be noted that when the pizza box 6 is placed on the delivery platform 3, the suction cup is attached to the bottom of the box body 61. When the fixing mechanism fixes the pizza box body 61, the air source is activated to remove the air between the suction cup and the box body 61. Therefore, the box body 61 will be firmly held by the suction cup. When the drive mechanism 4 drives the drive platform to move downward, the suction cup will also move the box body 61 downward at the same time.

[0045] Understandably, multiple suction cups can be set to fix the bottom of the box 61 according to actual needs. As a preferred embodiment, the number of suction cups in this embodiment is four. The four suction cups are evenly distributed on the pick-up and delivery platform 3, and the pick-up and delivery platform 3 also has four mounting slots 32.

[0046] In other specific embodiments, the number of suction cups and mounting slots 32 can be increased or decreased according to actual needs.

[0047] In a further specific embodiment, the pick-up and delivery platform 3 is equipped with a guide shaft 11, the first end of the guide shaft 11 is connected to the pick-up and delivery platform 3, and the second end of the guide shaft 11 slides up and down on the mounting base 1. The mounting base 1 is equipped with a guide seat 12, and the second end of the guide shaft 11 slides up and down on the inner wall of the guide seat 12.

[0048] The lifting and lowering of the pick-up and delivery platform 3 is guided by the cooperation of the guide shaft 11 and the guide seat 12. The structure is simple, stable, and easy to install, without the need for a complex control system. The guide shaft 11 has good rigidity, is suitable for high loads, and is easy to maintain. Lubrication or replacement of parts is relatively easy, reducing costs.

[0049] In a preferred embodiment, guide seats 12 are respectively provided at the four corners of the mounting base 1, and each guide seat 12 is provided with a guide shaft 11. This arrangement further enhances the stability of lifting. It is understood that, according to actual needs, users can increase or decrease the number of guide seats 12 and guide shafts 11 to meet the requirements of stability or economy.

[0050] In a further specific embodiment, the box opening frame 2 includes a base plate 21 and multiple support members 22. The base plate 21 is installed on the mounting base 1, and the multiple support members 22 are installed on the base plate 21. The picking and delivering platform 3 moves up and down along the support members 22 through the through groove 31.

[0051] When opening the pizza box 6, the support member 22 passes through the through groove 31 and enters the pizza box 6. It should be noted that the bottom of the box body 61 also has grooves or holes corresponding to the number and position of the support members 22. The support members 22 enter the pizza box 6 through the grooves or holes at the bottom of the box body 61 and lift the pizza container 7.

[0052] In a further specific embodiment, the box opening frame 2 also includes a box opening component 23, which is installed on the base plate 21. When the box opening frame 2 extends into the box body 61, the box opening component 23 opens the lid 62 of the pizza box 6.

[0053] When opening the pizza box 6, the opening component 23 passes through the through slot 31 and enters the pizza box 6. It should be noted that the bottom of the box body 61 also has slots or holes corresponding to the number and position of the opening components 23. The opening components 23 enter the pizza box 6 through the slots or holes at the bottom of the box body 61, lifting the lid 62 of the pizza box 6. It is understood that the length of the opening component 23 is greater than the length of the support component 22. When opening the pizza box 6, the opening component 23 must enter the pizza box 6 before the support component 22 to prevent the pizza from touching the lid 62 during opening.

[0054] It should be noted that the box opener 2 of this utility model is fixed on the mounting base 1 and does not move. Therefore, no matter whether the drive mechanism 4 is severely worn and gradually experiences lifting and shaking, it will not affect the box opener 2's support of the pizza container 7.

[0055] In a preferred embodiment, the drive mechanism 4 in this example is an electric motor. In other specific embodiments, cylinders or other drive elements may also be used.

[0056] Example 2

[0057] A self-service pizza machine includes a box-opening device. The self-service pizza machine of this embodiment includes all the technical features and effects of Embodiment 1, and therefore will not be repeated.

[0058] The terms "specific example" or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0059] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments, as long as they meet the purpose of the present invention, and all such changes should be within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention. For example, different combinations of specific embodiments and different combinations of distinguishing technical features.

Claims

1. A box-opening device, comprising a mounting base (1), a box-opening frame (2), and a delivery platform (3) for placing a pizza box (6), wherein the box-opening frame (2) is mounted on the mounting base (1), and the bottom of the delivery platform (3) has a through slot (31) for the passage of the box-opening frame (2), characterized in that: include: The drive mechanism (4) is installed on the mounting base (1) and its output end is connected to the pick-up and delivery platform (3) for driving the pick-up and delivery platform (3) to lift and lower. A fixing mechanism is installed on the delivery platform (3) to fix the box body (61) of the pizza box (6). When the drive mechanism (4) drives the delivery platform (3) to move downward to the bottom, the box opener (2) extends through the through slot (31) through the bottom of the delivery platform (3) into the pizza box (6) and lifts the pizza container (7).

2. The box-opening device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing mechanism includes a fixing component (5), and the top of the delivery platform (3) has an installation groove (32), in which the fixing component (5) is installed.

3. The box-opening device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fastener (5) is a suction cup, with the top of the suction cup facing the box body (61).

4. The box-opening device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fixing mechanism also includes an air source, which is connected to the bottom of the suction cup and is used to extract air from the suction cup.

5. The box-opening device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pick-up and delivery platform (3) is equipped with a guide shaft (11), the first end of the guide shaft (11) is connected to the pick-up and delivery platform (3), and the second end of the guide shaft (11) slides up and down on the mounting base (1).

6. The box-opening device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The mounting base (1) is equipped with a guide seat (12), and the second end of the guide shaft (11) slides up and down on the inner wall of the guide seat (12).

7. The box-opening device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box opening rack (2) includes a base plate (21) and multiple support members (22). The base plate (21) is installed on the mounting base (1), and the multiple support members (22) are installed on the base plate (21). The picking and delivering platform (3) moves up and down along the support members (22) through the through groove (31).

8. A box-opening device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The box opening frame (2) also includes a box opening component (23), which is installed on the base plate (21). When the box opening frame (2) extends into the box body (61), the box opening component (23) opens the lid (62) of the pizza box (6).

9. A box-opening device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive mechanism (4) is a motor.

10. A self-service pizza machine, characterized in that: Includes a box-opening device as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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