Labeling equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of battery production, and discloses labeling equipment which comprises a feeding mechanism and a labeling mechanism which are adjacently arranged, the feeding mechanism comprises a circulating conveying unit, a feeding unit, a testing unit and a cleaning unit, the feeding unit is arranged at one end of the circulating conveying unit and works between the circulating conveying unit and the labeling mechanism, the testing unit and the cleaning unit are both arranged above the circulating conveying unit, and the cleaning unit is located between the testing unit and the feeding unit. The utility model has the following technical effects: by arranging the testing unit and the cleaning unit, the performance test and the surface cleaning of the battery cell are completed before the battery cell enters the labeling process, the performance information of the battery cell is updated, the quality monitoring is facilitated, the foreign matters on the surface are removed, and the labeling quality is improved; the feeding mechanism integrates testing, cleaning and feeding functions, testing and cleaning of the battery cells are completed in the battery cell feeding process, and the operation efficiency is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of battery production technology, specifically relating to a labeling device. Background Technology

[0002] In battery production, cells typically undergo a labeling process before adhesive dispensing and welding. Currently, with the increasing prevalence of automated production, cell labeling is gradually shifting from manual to automated equipment. Existing labeling equipment often lacks cleaning and performance testing components, or only has cleaning components, making it impossible to update cell performance information in a timely manner, which is detrimental to quality monitoring during battery production. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of the existing technology, this invention provides a labeling device. By incorporating a testing unit and a cleaning unit, the battery cells undergo performance testing and surface cleaning before entering the labeling process. This allows for timely updates of battery cell performance information, facilitating quality monitoring, and removes foreign matter from the cell surface, thus improving the quality of the labeling operation. The feeding mechanism integrates testing, cleaning, and feeding functions, enabling battery cell testing and cleaning to be completed during the feeding process, resulting in high operational efficiency.

[0004] The technical effects to be achieved by this utility model are realized through the following technical aspects:

[0005] This utility model provides a labeling device, including a feeding mechanism and a labeling mechanism arranged adjacent to each other. The feeding mechanism includes a circulating conveying unit, a feeding unit, a testing unit, and a cleaning unit. The feeding unit is located at one end of the circulating conveying unit and operates between the circulating conveying unit and the labeling mechanism. The testing unit and the cleaning unit are both located above the circulating conveying unit, and the cleaning unit is located between the testing unit and the feeding unit.

[0006] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the circulating conveying unit includes a first bearing component, a first driving component for driving the first bearing component to move in a horizontal direction, a second bearing component, and a second driving component for driving the second bearing component to move in a horizontal direction, wherein the driving directions of the first driving component and the second driving component are parallel to each other.

[0007] The first support component includes a first support platform and a first drive member for driving the first support platform to move vertically. The second support component includes a second support platform and a second drive member for driving the second support platform to move vertically. The first support platform and the second support platform have the same movement path.

[0008] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the first bearing platform is provided with a plurality of battery cell placement positions, and each battery cell placement position is provided with an adsorption element.

[0009] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the test unit includes a test component and a third drive component for driving the test component to move in the vertical direction.

[0010] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the feeding mechanism also includes a barcode scanning unit, which is located at one end of the circulating conveying unit away from the feeding unit.

[0011] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the feeding mechanism also includes a vision inspection unit, which is located between the circulating conveying unit and the labeling mechanism and on the working path of the feeding unit.

[0012] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the feeding unit includes a fixing component and a fourth driving component that is drivenly connected to the fixing component.

[0013] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the labeling mechanism includes a transfer unit, a label supply unit, and a labeling unit. The label supply unit and the labeling unit are located on one side of the transfer unit. The feeding unit operates between the circulating conveying unit and the transfer unit, and the labeling unit operates between the label supply unit and the transfer unit.

[0014] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the transfer unit includes an adsorption platform and a fifth driving component for driving the adsorption platform to move in the horizontal direction.

[0015] As a further description of the technical solution of this utility model, the labeling unit includes an suction component and a sixth driving component that is drivenly connected to the suction component.

[0016] In summary, this utility model has at least the following advantages:

[0017] The labeling equipment provided by this utility model, by incorporating a testing unit and a cleaning unit in the feeding mechanism, allows the battery cells to undergo performance testing and surface cleaning before entering the labeling mechanism. This enables timely updates to the battery cell performance information, facilitating quality monitoring during battery production. Simultaneously, it removes foreign matter from the battery cell surface, improving the quality of subsequent labeling operations. The feeding mechanism integrates testing, cleaning, and feeding functions, allowing performance testing and surface cleaning of the battery cells to be completed during the feeding process, effectively improving operational efficiency. Furthermore, the overall structure of the labeling equipment is compact, reducing its footprint. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the labeling equipment according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the circulating conveying unit in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first bearing platform in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the test unit in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the barcode scanning unit and the visual inspection unit in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding unit in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the labeling mechanism in Embodiment 3 of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer unit in Embodiment 3 of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the labeling unit in Embodiment 3 of this utility model.

[0027] Marked in the image:

[0028] 1. Feeding mechanism; 11. Circulating conveying unit; 111. First bearing assembly; 1111. First bearing platform; 1112. First driving component; 1113. Cell placement position; 1114. Adsorption component; 112. First driving assembly; 113. Second bearing assembly; 1131. Second bearing platform; 1132. Second driving component; 114. Second driving assembly; 12. Feeding unit; 121. Fixing assembly; 122. Fourth driving assembly; 13. Testing unit; 131. Testing assembly; 132. Third driving assembly; 14. Cleaning unit; 15. Barcode scanning unit; 16. Visual inspection unit;

[0029] 2. Labeling mechanism; 21. Transfer unit; 211. Adsorption platform; 212. Fifth drive assembly; 22. Label supply unit; 23. Labeling unit; 231. Suction assembly; 232. Sixth drive assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0030] 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. The described embodiments are some, but not all, of the embodiments of this utility model.

[0031] 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.

[0032] Example 1

[0033] refer to Figure 1 The labeling device provided in this embodiment includes a feeding mechanism 1 and a labeling mechanism 2 arranged adjacent to each other. The feeding mechanism 1 includes a circulating conveying unit 11, a feeding unit 12, a testing unit 13 and a cleaning unit 14. The feeding unit 12 is located at one end of the circulating conveying unit 11 and operates between the circulating conveying unit 11 and the labeling mechanism 2. The testing unit 13 and the cleaning unit 14 are both located above the circulating conveying unit 11, and the cleaning unit 14 is located between the testing unit 13 and the feeding unit 12.

[0034] During the loading process, the battery cells are transferred from the previous station to the circulating conveyor unit 11, and then pass under the testing unit 13 and the cleaning unit 14 in sequence, finally reaching the loading unit 12. The loading unit 12 then loads the battery cells into the labeling mechanism 2 for labeling. The circulating conveyor unit 11 can continuously convey the battery cells along the loading direction, ensuring that the loading process is not interrupted or paused, effectively improving the loading efficiency and contributing to the high efficiency of battery production.

[0035] As one implementation method, the testing unit 13 can be used to test the voltage, internal resistance and other performance of the battery cell. The cleaning unit 14 can include a plasma cleaning component, which can perform non-contact cleaning on the surface of the battery cell, effectively avoiding damage to the battery cell during the cleaning process, and has a good cleaning effect.

[0036] In some embodiments, the testing unit 13 and the cleaning unit 14 can be mounted on the same mounting bracket, and the testing unit 13 and the cleaning unit 14 are respectively mounted on opposite sides of the mounting bracket, thereby simplifying the installation structure and reducing the cost of the labeling equipment.

[0037] Since the testing unit 13 and the cleaning unit 14 are located above the circulating conveying unit 11, the performance testing and cleaning of the battery cells can be completed concurrently during the conveying process on the circulating conveying unit 11, effectively improving production efficiency. This also makes the overall structure of the labeling equipment more compact, reducing the space occupied and lowering space costs. Performing battery cell performance testing before labeling allows for timely updates to battery cell performance information, facilitating quality monitoring during battery cell production. Cleaning the battery cell surface before labeling improves the surface cleanliness of the labeling area, ensuring effective labeling.

[0038] The labeling equipment in this embodiment incorporates a testing unit and a cleaning unit within the feeding mechanism. This allows the battery cells to undergo performance testing and surface cleaning before entering the labeling mechanism, facilitating quality control and improving the quality of the labeling process. The feeding mechanism integrates testing, cleaning, and feeding functions, enabling performance testing and surface cleaning of the battery cells during the feeding process. This effectively improves battery production efficiency and also makes the overall structure of the labeling equipment compact, reducing its footprint.

[0039] Example 2

[0040] As a further optimization of Example 1, refer to Figures 2 to 6 The circulating conveying unit 11 includes a first carrying component 111, a first driving component 112 for driving the first carrying component 111 to move horizontally, a second carrying component 113, and a second driving component 114 for driving the second carrying component 113 to move horizontally. The driving directions of the first driving component 112 and the second driving component 114 are parallel to each other. In this embodiment, both the first driving component 112 and the second driving component 114 are horizontal driving modules, and the first carrying component 111 and the second carrying component 113 have the same structure.

[0041] The first support assembly 111 includes a first support platform 1111 and a first drive member 1112 for driving the first support platform 1111 to move vertically. The second support assembly 113 includes a second support platform 1131 and a second drive member 1132 for driving the second support platform 1131 to move vertically. The first support platform 1111 and the second support platform 1131 move along the same path. It is understood that the first support platform 1111 and the second support platform 1131 can alternately feed and transport battery cells. When the first support platform 1111 and the second support platform 1131 intersect, either the first support platform 1111 or the second support platform 1131 will descend under the drive of the first drive member 1112 or the second drive member 1132, thereby achieving vertical cross-movement between the first support platform 1111 and the second support platform 1131 and avoiding mutual interference.

[0042] When the first carrying platform 1111 or the second carrying platform 1131 moves along the feeding conveying direction, it carries battery cells; when it moves in the opposite direction, it is unloaded. Therefore, in one implementation, the first carrying platform 1111 or the second carrying platform 1131 can be configured to rise to the top when moving along the feeding conveying direction, driven by the first driving member 1112 or the second driving member 1132; and to descend to the bottom when moving in the opposite direction. This ensures that the first carrying platform 1111 and the second carrying platform 1131 smoothly avoid interference during their vertical cross-movement, which is beneficial to the stable operation of the circulating conveying unit 11.

[0043] The first support platform 1111 is provided with a plurality of cell placement positions 1113, and each cell placement position 1113 is provided with an adsorption member 1114 for adsorbing and fixing the cell. The adsorption member 1114 may include a suction hole or a suction cup. In this embodiment, there are two cell placement positions 1113, and the number of testing units 13 and cleaning units 14 matches the number of cell placement positions 1113, which is also two, thereby improving the battery production efficiency. The structure of the second support platform 1131 is the same as that of the first support platform 1111, and will not be described in detail here.

[0044] The test unit 13 includes a test component 131 and a third drive component 132 for driving the test component 131 to move vertically. The test component 131 includes a test probe for contacting the battery cell to perform voltage or internal resistance testing. The third drive component 132 may include a drive motor or a drive cylinder. In some embodiments, a buffer spring may be provided between the drive end of the test component 131 and the third drive component 132 to prevent excessive contact between the test probe and the battery cell, thereby protecting the battery cell.

[0045] In some embodiments, the feeding mechanism 1 further includes a barcode scanning unit 15, which is located at the end of the circulating conveying unit 11 away from the feeding unit 12. The testing unit 13 is located between the barcode scanning unit 15 and the cleaning unit 14. The barcode scanning unit 15 can scan and bind the battery cells fed to the circulating conveying unit 11 for subsequent traceability.

[0046] In some embodiments, the feeding mechanism 1 further includes a vision inspection unit 16, which is located between the circulating conveying unit 11 and the labeling mechanism 2, and on the working path of the feeding unit 12. The vision inspection unit 16 may include a CCD industrial camera. During the process of the feeding unit 12 feeding the battery cells from the circulating conveying unit 11 to the labeling mechanism 2, the vision inspection unit 16 can detect the position information of the battery cells and send the position information to the feeding unit 12. The feeding unit 12 can then correct the position of the battery cells in a timely manner to accurately feed the battery cells onto the labeling mechanism 2, thereby improving the accuracy of the labeling operation.

[0047] The feeding unit 12 includes a fixing component 121 and a fourth driving component 122 that is motive-connected to the fixing component 121. The fixing component 121 may include grippers or suction blocks, etc. In this embodiment, the fixing component 121 includes suction blocks that can adsorb and fix the battery cells. The fourth driving component 122 is a robotic arm.

[0048] In this embodiment, the number of the scanning unit 15, the visual inspection unit 16, and the fixing component 121 are all matched with the number of the battery cell placement positions 1113, and there are two of each.

[0049] Example 3

[0050] As a further optimization of Example 2, refer to Figures 7 to 9 The labeling mechanism 2 includes a transfer unit 21, a label supply unit 22, and a labeling unit 23. The label supply unit 22 and the labeling unit 23 are located on one side of the transfer unit 21, and the feeding mechanism 1 is located on the other side of the transfer unit 21 opposite to the label supply unit 22 and the labeling unit 23. The feeding unit 12 operates between the circulating conveying unit 11 and the transfer unit 21, and the labeling unit 23 operates between the label supply unit 22 and the transfer unit 21. In this embodiment, the label supply unit 22 is specifically a label feeder.

[0051] The transfer unit 21 includes an adsorption platform 211 and a fifth driving component 212 for driving the adsorption platform 211 to move horizontally. In this embodiment, the adsorption platform 211 may include suction holes or suction cups, and the fifth driving component 212 is a horizontal driving module. The number of adsorption platforms 211 matches the number of cell placement positions 1113, both being two. Both adsorption platforms 211 are connected to the driving end of the fifth driving component 212 and can move simultaneously under the drive of the fifth driving component 212.

[0052] The labeling unit 23 includes a suction component 231 and a sixth driving component 232 that is motive-connected to the suction component 231. The suction component 231 includes a suction head for suctioning label paper. A buffer spring may be provided between the suction head and the driving end of the sixth driving component 232 to avoid excessive contact between the suction head and the battery cell during the labeling process, thereby preventing damage to the battery cell and further protecting the battery cell.

[0053] In this embodiment, the sixth drive component 232 is a robotic arm, and the number of suction components 231 matches the number of battery cell placement positions 1113, both being two. Both suction components 231 are connected to the drive end of the sixth drive component 232 and can move simultaneously under the drive of the sixth drive component 232.

[0054] 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.

[0055] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "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 only for the convenience of describing this utility model and 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. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0056] In this invention, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above or below" the first feature may 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" the first 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 first 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.

[0057] Although the description of this utility model has been given in conjunction with the specific embodiments described above, it is obvious to those skilled in the art that many substitutions, modifications, and variations can be made based on the above description. Therefore, all such substitutions, modifications, and variations are included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A labelling apparatus characterised in that, The application relates to a label pasting device, which comprises an adjacent feeding mechanism (1) and a label pasting mechanism (2), wherein the feeding mechanism (1) comprises a circulating conveying unit (11), a feeding unit (12), a testing unit (13) and a cleaning unit (14), the feeding unit (12) is arranged at one end of the circulating conveying unit (11) and is used between the circulating conveying unit (11) and the label pasting mechanism (2), the testing unit (13) and the cleaning unit (14) are arranged above the circulating conveying unit (11), and the cleaning unit (14) is located between the testing unit (13) and the feeding unit (12).

2. The labelling apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The circulating conveying unit (11) comprises a first bearing assembly (111), a first driving assembly (112) for driving the first bearing assembly (111) to move in a horizontal direction, a second bearing assembly (113) and a second driving assembly (114) for driving the second bearing assembly (113) to move in a horizontal direction, and the driving directions of the first driving assembly (112) and the second driving assembly (114) are parallel to each other. The first bearing assembly (111) comprises a first bearing platform (1111) and a first driving piece (1112) for driving the first bearing platform (1111) to move in a vertical direction, the second bearing assembly (113) comprises a second bearing platform (1131) and a second driving piece (1132) for driving the second bearing platform (1131) to move in a vertical direction, and the moving paths of the first bearing platform (1111) and the second bearing platform (1131) are the same.

3. The labelling apparatus of claim 2, wherein, The first bearing platform (1111) is provided with a plurality of battery cell placing positions (1113), and the battery cell placing positions (1113) are provided with suction members (1114).

4. The labelling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The testing unit (13) comprises a testing assembly (131) and a third driving assembly (132) for driving the testing assembly (131) to move in a vertical direction.

5. The labelling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The feeding mechanism (1) further comprises a code scanning unit (15), and the code scanning unit (15) is arranged at one end of the circulating conveying unit (11) away from the feeding unit (12).

6. The labelling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The feeding mechanism (1) further comprises a visual detection unit (16), and the visual detection unit (16) is arranged between the circulating conveying unit (11) and the label pasting mechanism (2) and located on the working path of the feeding unit (12).

7. The labelling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The feeding unit (12) comprises a fixing assembly (121) and a fourth driving assembly (122) in driving connection with the fixing assembly (121).

8. The labelling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The label pasting mechanism (2) comprises a transfer unit (21), a label supply unit (22) and a label pasting unit (23), the label supply unit (22) and the label pasting unit (23) are arranged on one side of the transfer unit (21), the feeding unit (12) is used between the circulating conveying unit (11) and the transfer unit (21), and the label pasting unit (23) is used between the label supply unit (22) and the transfer unit (21).

9. The labelling apparatus of claim 8, wherein, The transfer unit (21) comprises a suction platform (211) and a fifth driving assembly (212) for driving the suction platform (211) to move in a horizontal direction.

10. The labelling apparatus of claim 8, wherein, The labeling unit (23) comprises a suction assembly (231) and a sixth driving assembly (232) drivingly connected with the suction assembly (231).

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