Production platform

Abstract

The utility model provides a production platform which is characterized in that the production platform comprises a structural frame, the structural frame comprises a workbench parallel to the horizontal plane, the workbench divides the structural frame into an operation area and an electrical control area in the vertical direction, the electrical control area is located below the operation area, and the electrical control area is located below the operation area; the height of the working table ranges from 600 mm to 1200 mm. The M connecting assemblies are arranged on the structural frame and used for detachably connecting the structural frame with other equipment in the first horizontal direction and / or the second horizontal direction, the second horizontal direction is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction, and M is larger than or equal to 1; the N interface assemblies are arranged on the structural framework, each interface assembly comprises at least one energy interface and / or at least one communication interface, and N is larger than or equal to 1.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of manufacturing technology, and more particularly to a production platform. Background Technology

[0002] Existing automated equipment or production lines can only handle large-volume production needs. The design and manufacturing of production equipment can only begin after the products to be produced and the order quantities have been determined. When dealing with the demand for multi-model, small-batch, order-based production, equipment needs to be modified or customized according to the product models, which greatly increases production costs and results in a significant loss of available production time. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, this application provides a production platform that, through modular design, can quickly assemble and configure the manufacturing process equipment required for production according to production needs, and then use these manufacturing process equipment to build a flexible fully automated or semi-automated production line to meet the production needs of multi-model, small-batch order-based production.

[0004] This application provides a production platform, including:

[0005] A structural frame includes a workbench parallel to a horizontal plane, which divides the structural frame vertically into an operating area and an electrical control area, wherein the electrical control area is located below the operating area, and the height of the workbench is between 600mm and 1200mm.

[0006] M connecting components are disposed on the structural frame and are used to detachably connect the structural frame to other devices along a first horizontal direction and / or a second horizontal direction, wherein the second horizontal direction is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction, and M≥1;

[0007] N interface components are disposed on the structural frame, and each interface component includes at least one energy interface and / or at least one communication interface, where N≥1.

[0008] Optionally, the production platform further includes a sealing assembly, a first electrical access door assembly for opening and closing the first end of the electrical control area along the second horizontal direction, and a second electrical access door assembly for opening and closing the second end of the electrical control area along the second horizontal direction. The sealing assembly includes a first sealing plate for closing the first end of the electrical control area along the first horizontal direction and a second sealing plate for closing the second end of the electrical control area along the first horizontal direction. Each electrical access door assembly is detachably connected to the structural frame.

[0009] Optionally, the production platform further includes a first production and maintenance door assembly for opening and closing the first end of the operating area along the second horizontal direction, the first production and maintenance door assembly being detachably connected to the structural frame.

[0010] Optionally, the first production and maintenance door assembly includes an upper maintenance door assembly and a lower maintenance door assembly.

[0011] Optionally, the production platform further includes an optional door assembly, which includes one or more of the following: a second production and maintenance door assembly for opening and closing the second end of the operating area along the second horizontal direction; a third production and maintenance door assembly for opening and closing the first end of the operating area along the first horizontal direction; and a fourth production and maintenance door assembly for opening and closing the second end of the operating area along the first horizontal direction.

[0012] Each of the optional door components is detachably connected to the structural frame.

[0013] Optionally, the production platform further includes a conveyor assembly comprising an upper conveyor and / or a lower conveyor, wherein the lower conveyor is mounted on the workbench and located at a first end of the operating area along a second horizontal direction; the upper conveyor is mounted above the lower access door and located at a first end of the operating area along a second horizontal direction; the upper conveyor and the lower conveyor are used to transport materials from one end of the operating area along a first horizontal direction to the other end; and the upper access door assembly exposes the upper conveyor when it is opened.

[0014] Optionally, the production platform includes three interface components configured at the top of the structural frame, wherein the first interface component is located at the first end of the structural frame along the first horizontal direction, the third interface component is located at the second end of the structural frame along the first horizontal direction, and the second interface component is located in the middle of the structural frame.

[0015] Optionally, the structural frame is configured with a set of movable wheels.

[0016] Optionally, the production platform further includes a human-machine interface panel, which is disposed at a first end of the structural frame along the second horizontal direction.

[0017] Optionally, the production platform further includes the electrical control panel, which is disposed at the first end of the electrical control area along the second horizontal direction. The electrical control panel includes one or more of the following: an energy switch, a compressed air pressure gauge, a communication interface, and pneumatic control components.

[0018] As can be seen from the above technical solution, this application provides a modular production platform that can quickly assemble and configure the manufacturing process equipment required for production according to production needs. This equipment can then be used to build flexible fully automated or semi-automated production lines to meet the production demands of multi-model, small-batch, order-based production. The production platform of this application simplifies the equipment replacement and upgrade process, greatly improves the reconfigurability and scalability of the production line, and solves the shortcomings of traditional customized production lines, such as the inability to quickly switch product models, the significant time required for modification to adapt to new products, and the substantial loss of usable production time due to equipment failure repairs and maintenance. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a production platform based on an exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a production platform based on another exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a production platform based on another exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a production platform based on another exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the electrical connections of three production platforms according to an exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0024] List of reference numerals in the attached diagram:

[0025] 10: Structural framework;

[0026] 11: Workbench;

[0027] 12: Operating area;

[0028] 13: Electrical control area;

[0029] 14: Moving wheel set;

[0030] 31: First interface component;

[0031] 32: Second interface component;

[0032] 33: Third interface component;

[0033] 41: First electrical inspection door assembly;

[0034] 42: Second electrical inspection door assembly;

[0035] 431: First sealing plate;

[0036] 51: First production maintenance door assembly;

[0037] 511: Upper inspection door assembly;

[0038] 512: Lower inspection door assembly;

[0039] 52: Second production maintenance door assembly;

[0040] 61: Upper conveyor;

[0041] 62: Lower conveyor;

[0042] 71: Human-computer interaction panel;

[0043] 72: Electrical control panel;

[0044] 80: Lighting components;

[0045] 81: Production status indicator light;

[0046] 91: First horizontal direction;

[0047] 91A: The first end in the first horizontal direction;

[0048] 91B: The second end in the first horizontal direction;

[0049] 92: Second horizontal direction;

[0050] 92A: The first end in the second horizontal direction;

[0051] 92B: The second end in the second horizontal direction;

[0052] 93: Vertical direction; Detailed Implementation

[0053] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art should fall within the protection scope of the embodiments of this application.

[0054] In this document, “illustrative” means “serving as an example, illustration or description”, and any illustration or implementation described herein as “illustrative” should not be construed as a more preferred or advantageous technical solution.

[0055] The following detailed description of some embodiments of this application is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Where there is no conflict between the embodiments, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other. The steps in the following method embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit this application.

[0056] To provide a clearer understanding of the technical features, objectives, and effects of the invention, specific embodiments of this application are now described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same reference numerals indicate components with the same or similar structures but the same function.

[0057] To keep the drawings simple, each drawing only schematically shows the parts relevant to this application, and they do not represent the actual structure of the product.

[0058] Existing automated equipment or production lines can only handle high-volume production needs. The design and manufacturing of production equipment for each line must begin only after the products to be produced and the order quantities are determined. For example, in existing technologies, a type of production equipment typically has fixed functions and fixed parameter specifications, which are generally unchangeable and cannot adapt to changes and upgrades in manufacturing processes, lacking flexible manufacturing capabilities. When dealing with the demand for multi-model, small-batch, order-based production, equipment needs to be modified or customized according to product models, significantly increasing production costs and resulting in a substantial loss of available production time.

[0059] To address the various problems in the prior art, the embodiments of this application provide a production platform. Through modular design, it enables the rapid assembly and configuration of manufacturing equipment required for production based on production needs. This equipment can then be used to construct flexible, fully automated or semi-automated production lines to meet the production demands of multi-model, small-batch, order-based production. The production platform provided by the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0060] The production platform in this embodiment includes a structural frame 10, at least one connecting component, and at least one interface component. For example... Figure 1As shown, the structural frame 10 has a workbench 11 parallel to the horizontal plane. The workbench 11 divides the structural frame 10 vertically into an operating area 12 and an electrical control area 13, wherein the electrical control area 13 is located below the operating area 12. The height of the workbench 11 relative to the ground on which it is placed is between 600mm and 1200mm. A connecting assembly is provided on the structural frame 10 for detachably connecting the structural frame 10 to other equipment along a first horizontal direction 91 and / or a second horizontal direction 92, wherein the second horizontal direction 92 is perpendicular to the first horizontal direction 91. An interface assembly is provided on the structural frame 10, the interface assembly including at least one energy interface and / or at least one communication interface. The energy interface can simultaneously or separately connect to the energy required by the automated production line, such as electricity, compressed air, nitrogen, etc., and the communication interface is used for equipment networking communication.

[0061] In some embodiments, the dimensions of the work platform along the first horizontal direction 91 are between 1400 and 2000, the dimensions along the second horizontal direction 92 are between 800 and 1500, and the height is between 1800 and 2500.

[0062] In this embodiment, the internal space of the production platform is highly compatible with the process equipment required for the assembly and manufacturing of industrial control products, allowing for easy arrangement and replacement of any process equipment used in the assembly and manufacturing of industrial control products. The internal space dimensions maximize the space utilization of the robotic arms and actuators installed within, while also ensuring convenience for equipment operators and maintenance personnel.

[0063] In one exemplary embodiment, a connecting component is used to connect to other devices in one direction. In this embodiment, the connecting component can be configured according to production layout requirements. For example, in a linear layout, connecting components are configured at both ends of the production platform along a first horizontal direction 91 to securely connect the production platform to adjacent devices along the first horizontal direction 91; in an L-shaped layout, connecting components are configured at both ends of the production platform along the first horizontal direction 91, with one connecting component securingly connecting the production platform to adjacent devices along the first horizontal direction 91, and the other connecting component securingly connecting the production platform to adjacent devices along a second horizontal direction 92.

[0064] In another exemplary embodiment, the connection component is configured to connect with other devices in two mutually perpendicular directions, thereby enabling a combination of two different horizontal directions on a single connection component as needed.

[0065] In some implementations, the connection components are configured on the workbench 11.

[0066] The working platform of this application can be arbitrarily combined into U-shaped, O-shaped, and straight-line automatic or semi-automatic production lines according to the needs of the manufacturing process. This enables modular and flexible production lines such as rapid assembly, rapid adjustment, and rapid addition or removal of process stations, shortening the engineering implementation cycle by more than 50% and saving about 30% of engineering costs compared to the industry's usual practices.

[0067] Production equipment built using the platform of this application and the production line composed of the production equipment use common parts in the same parts, have fewer types of spare parts, and require consistent skills for maintenance and replacement.

[0068] The production platform of this application has fixed external dimensions to accommodate flexible combination requirements. Its highly modular and intelligent design ensures that each processing station designed using this platform can achieve a reuse rate of over 75% during production line upgrades, reducing redundant equipment investment in new production lines by over 60%.

[0069] In some implementations, the interface component is configured at the top of the structural frame 10, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the basic energy pipelines and communication lines in the production workshop are usually located above the workshop, such as on trusses, to support the energy and communication needs of the entire workshop. The interface components are configured on the top of the structural frame 10, facilitating direct access from above, reducing pipeline length and complexity, and lowering the layout requirements for basic energy pipelines and communication lines. For orders with multiple models and small batches, it is necessary to flexibly adjust the production platform according to production needs, such as adding or removing production platforms. In the prior art, this often requires production shutdowns for extensive electrical and communication line adjustments. However, in this application, only the interfaces of the production platforms to be added or removed need to be plugged in or unplugged, allowing for rapid connection or disconnection of equipment. This not only avoids production losses caused by complete line shutdowns but also greatly improves the flexibility and response speed of the production line. Compared to the prior art, the adjustment of the production platform in this application reduces the workload of modifying basic energy pipelines and communication lines by 90%.

[0070] In one embodiment, the production platform includes three interface components: a first interface component 31, a second interface component 32, and a third interface component 33, such as... Figures 1-5 As shown, the first interface component 31 is located at the first end of the structural frame 10 along the first horizontal direction 91, the third interface component 33 is located at the second end of the structural frame 10 along the first horizontal direction 91, and the second interface component 32 is located in the middle of the structural frame 10. In this embodiment, the first interface component 31 is used to connect to the third interface component 33 of the production platform connected to this side, and the third interface component 33 is used to connect to the first interface component 31 of the production platform connected to this side, such as... Figure 5As shown, the second interface component 32 is used to connect to the basic energy pipelines and communication lines in the production workshop. In this way, when it is impossible to connect to the basic energy pipelines and communication lines in the production workshop, each production platform can form a stable connection chain with its two adjacent production platforms through its first interface component 31 and third interface component 33, ensuring the stability and reliability of the entire production line and further reducing the layout requirements of the basic energy pipelines and communication lines.

[0071] In some embodiments, the production platform further includes a sealing assembly, a first electrical access door assembly 41 for opening and closing a first end of the electrical control area 13 along the second horizontal direction 92, and a second electrical access door assembly for opening and closing a second end of the electrical control area 13 along the second horizontal direction 92. The sealing assembly includes a first sealing plate 431 for closing a first end of the electrical control area 13 along the first horizontal direction 91 and a second sealing plate for closing a second end of the electrical control area 13 along the first horizontal direction 91. Each electrical access door assembly is detachably connected to the structural frame 10. Figure 2 As shown.

[0072] The first sealing plate 431, the second sealing plate, the first electrical access door assembly 41, and the second electrical access door assembly create an independent space for the electrical control area 13, isolating it from other equipment and facilitating the protection of the electrical equipment and control devices located within it. The first electrical access door assembly 41 and the second electrical access door assembly 42 can open and close the electrical control area 13 to allow for necessary inspection and maintenance of the internal electrical equipment. Each of the two electrical access doors corresponds to a different maintenance function, ensuring dedicated use and triggering appropriate safety strategies during maintenance, minimizing downtime on the production platform caused by human error.

[0073] In some embodiments, the production platform further includes a first production maintenance door assembly 51 for opening and closing the first end of the operating area 12 along the second horizontal direction 92, the first production maintenance door assembly 51 being detachably connected to the structural frame 10, such as... Figure 2 As shown.

[0074] The first production maintenance door assembly 51 is located at the first end of the opening and closing operation area 12 along the second horizontal direction 92, so as to perform necessary inspections and maintenance on the internal devices and equipment.

[0075] In some embodiments, the first production and maintenance door assembly 51 includes an upper maintenance door assembly 511 and a lower maintenance door assembly 512, such as... Figures 2-5 As shown.

[0076] In some embodiments, the production platform further includes optional door assemblies, which include one or more of the following: a second production and maintenance door assembly 52 for opening and closing the second end of the operating area 12 along the second horizontal direction 92; a third production and maintenance door assembly for opening and closing the first end of the operating area 12 along the first horizontal direction 91; and a fourth production and maintenance door assembly for opening and closing the second end of the operating area 12 along the first horizontal direction 91; each of the optional door assemblies is detachably connected to the structural frame 10.

[0077] In this embodiment, appropriate optional doors can be configured according to production needs, including but not limited to the layout of the production line and the location of the production platform. For example, in a linear layout of the production line and production platform, a second production maintenance door assembly 52 can be configured for production platforms that are neither at the beginning nor the end of the line. Figure 4 As shown; the first production platform is equipped with a second production maintenance door assembly 52 and a third production maintenance door assembly, and the last production platform is equipped with a second production maintenance door assembly 52 and a fourth production maintenance door assembly.

[0078] Each production and maintenance door and optional door in the operation area 12 corresponds to a different maintenance function. They are dedicated to specific functions and can be flexibly combined. They can trigger the corresponding safety policy level as needed to minimize production platform downtime caused by human error.

[0079] The production platform with optional door components provided in this embodiment not only improves the flexibility and maintainability of each production platform, but also makes it easier to customize the door components under different layouts and production requirements. This provides more possibilities for production line optimization and upgrading.

[0080] In some embodiments, the structural frame 10 is equipped with a set of movable wheels 14, which enables the production platform to be easily moved to modify the production line and thus adapt to the needs of multi-model, small-batch order production.

[0081] In some embodiments, the production platform further includes a conveyor assembly comprising an upper conveyor 61 and / or a lower conveyor 62, wherein the lower conveyor 62 is mounted on the workbench 11 and located at a first end of the operating area 12 along a second horizontal direction 92; the upper conveyor 61 is mounted above the lower access door and located at the first end of the operating area 12 along the second horizontal direction 92; the upper conveyor 61 and the lower conveyor 62 are used to transport materials from one end of the operating area 12 along the first horizontal direction 91 to the other end; and the upper access door assembly 511 exposes the upper conveyor 61 when opened, such as... Figure 3As shown. It's understandable that this is done to facilitate the demonstration of the upper and lower transport aircraft. Figure 3 The upper and lower inspection doors have been made transparent.

[0082] For example, the lower conveyor 62 is the main processing value stream transmission channel, used to transmit production factors such as tooling and materials, while the upper conveyor 61 is the return channel, used to return empty tooling and other materials to the initial processing station. This actively defines the value stream of the production line composed of the production platform, and achieves a lower value stream cost than most non-standard designed production lines through economies of scale.

[0083] In some embodiments, the production platform further includes a human-machine interface panel 71, which is disposed at a first end of the structural frame 10 along the second horizontal direction 92.

[0084] In some implementations, the human-machine interface panel 71 includes a human-machine interface touch screen (HMI) and several buttons for inputting keys, commands, alarms, and prompts required for equipment production.

[0085] In some embodiments, the production platform further includes the electrical control panel 72, which is disposed at a first end of the electrical control area 13 along the second horizontal direction 92. The electrical control panel 72 includes one or more of the following: an energy switch, a compressed air pressure gauge, a communication interface, and pneumatic control components.

[0086] For example, energy switches include, but are not limited to, power switches and compressed air switches; communication interfaces include, but are not limited to, external communication network ports and USB expansion ports; pneumatic control components include, but are not limited to, slow-opening valves, triple units, and other parts. The electrical control panel 72 enables each production platform to have manual power switching and automatic protection functions.

[0087] The human-machine interface panel 71 and electrical control panel 72 are designed to allow each production platform to operate independently, power on and off independently, and enter or leave the production line, in order to meet the flexible production design requirements for rapid adjustment of production line processes.

[0088] In some implementations, the production platform also includes a lighting assembly 80 to facilitate operators' observation of the production platform's operation.

[0089] In some embodiments, the production platform also includes a production status indicator light 81, which is located at the top of the production platform, such as... Figures 1-5As shown, the production status indicator lights can represent different production status information through different colors and flashing patterns, thus displaying the real-time operating status of each production platform, including normal operation, standby, fault, and maintenance status. This intuitive visual feedback allows operators and maintenance personnel to quickly understand the current status of each production platform, thereby ensuring the continuity and stability of the production process. Furthermore, the production status indicator lights 81 are located at the top of the production platform, which does not occupy side space and ensures that operators can easily observe the status of the indicator lights, thereby achieving real-time monitoring of the production process.

[0090] In this patent application, nouns and pronouns relating to people are not limited to specific genders.

[0091] It should be understood that although this specification is described according to various embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This way of describing the specification is only for clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0092] The detailed descriptions listed above are merely specific descriptions of feasible embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. All equivalent implementations or modifications made without departing from the spirit of the art of this application, such as combinations, divisions or repetitions of features, should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

[0093] The present application has been shown and described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments. However, the present application is not limited to these disclosed embodiments. Based on the above multiple embodiments, those skilled in the art will know that more embodiments of the present application can be obtained by combining the code review methods in the different embodiments above. These embodiments are also within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A production platform, characterized by The production platform comprises: a structural frame (10) comprising a workbench (11) parallel to a horizontal plane, the workbench (11) dividing the structural frame (10) in a vertical direction (93) into an operation area (12) and an electrical control area (13), wherein the electrical control area (13) is located below the operation area (12), the height of the workbench (11) being between 600 mm and 1200 mm; M connection assemblies provided on the structural frame (10) for detachably connecting the structural frame (10) with other devices along a first horizontal direction (91) and / or a second horizontal direction (92) perpendicular to the first horizontal direction (91), M≥1; N interface assemblies provided on the structural frame (10), the interface assemblies comprising at least one energy interface and / or at least one communication interface, N≥1.

2. The production platform of claim 1, wherein, The production platform further comprises a sealing assembly, a first electrical access door assembly (41) for opening and closing a first end of the electrical control area (13) along the second horizontal direction (92), a second electrical access door assembly (42) for opening and closing a second end of the electrical control area (13) along the second horizontal direction (92), the sealing assembly comprising a first sealing plate (431) for closing a first end of the electrical control area (13) along the first horizontal direction (91) and a second sealing plate for closing a second end of the electrical control area (13) along the first horizontal direction (91); each of the electrical access door assemblies is detachably connected with the structural frame (10).

3. The production platform of claim 2, wherein, The production platform further comprises a first production access door assembly (51) for opening and closing the operation area (12) along a first end of the second horizontal direction (92), the first production access door assembly (51) being detachably connected with the structural frame (10).

4. The production platform of claim 3, wherein, The first production access door assembly (51) comprises an upper access door assembly (511) and a lower access door assembly (512).

5. The production platform according to claim 4, characterized in that The production platform further comprises an optional door body assembly, the optional door body assembly comprising one or more of the following: a second production access door assembly (52) for opening and closing the operation area (12) along a second end of the second horizontal direction (92), a third production access door assembly for opening and closing the operation area (12) along a first end of the first horizontal direction (91), a fourth production access door assembly for opening and closing the operation area (12) along a second end of the first horizontal direction (91); Each of the optional door body assemblies is detachably connected with the structural frame (10).

6. The production platform of claim 4, wherein, The production platform further comprises a conveyor assembly, the conveyor assembly comprises an upper conveyor (61) and / or a lower conveyor (62), wherein the lower conveyor (62) is installed on the workbench (11) and located at a first end of the operation area (12) along a second horizontal direction (92); the upper conveyor (61) is installed above the lower access door and located at a first end of the operation area (12) along the second horizontal direction (92); the upper conveyor (61) and the lower conveyor (62) are used to convey materials from one end to the other end of the operation area (12) along the first horizontal direction (91); and the upper access door assembly (511) is opened to expose the upper conveyor (61).

7. The production platform of claim 1, wherein, The production platform comprises three interface assemblies arranged at the top end of the structural frame (10), wherein the first interface assembly (31) is located at a first end of the structural frame (10) along a first horizontal direction (91), the third interface assembly (33) is located at a second end of the structural frame (10) along the first horizontal direction (91), and the second interface assembly (32) is located at the middle of the structural frame (10).

8. The production platform of claim 1, wherein, The structural frame (10) is provided with a moving wheel set (14).

9. The production platform of claim 1, wherein, The production platform further comprises a human-computer interaction panel (71), which is arranged at a first end of the structural frame (10) along the second horizontal direction (92).

10. The production platform of claim 1, wherein, The production platform further comprises an electrical control panel (72), which is arranged at a first end of the electrical control area (13) along the second horizontal direction (92), and the electrical control panel (72) comprises one or more of the following: a power switch, a compressed air pressure indicator, a communication interface, and a pneumatic control.

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