Material arranging device and batch feeder

Abstract

The utility model provides a material arranging device and a batch feeder, and relates to the technical field of packaging. The material arranging device comprises an inner disc, an outer disc, a side plate, a first driving part and a second driving part, and the inner disc is sunken downwards to form a storage area; the outer disc is provided with a through hole, the through hole and the outer disc are coaxially arranged, the inner disc is located in the through hole, and one side of the bottom plate of the storage area is in tangent fit with the upper end face of the outer disc; the side plate extends along the peripheral side of the outer edge of the outer disc and is used for limiting materials from being separated from the outer disc, and a side outlet is formed between the two ends of the side plate. The first driving piece is connected with the inner disc and used for driving the inner disc to rotate around the rotating axis; the second driving piece is connected with the outer disc and used for driving the outer disc to rotate around the rotating axis, and the rotating axis and the outer disc axis of the outer disc are collinear. According to the arrangement device, arrangement can be achieved in a non-vibration mode, and damage of vibration to the materials is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of packaging technology, and in particular to a material handling device and a feeding machine. Background Technology

[0002] In automated packaging production lines in industries such as food, automatic material sorting and handling are crucial steps affecting packaging efficiency and quality. Traditional material handling mechanisms primarily rely on vibratory feeders to arrange materials, but they present the following problems when handling lightweight, easily tumbled, and irregularly shaped packaging (such as peanut packets, small bags of snacks, etc.):

[0003] Vibratory feeder material handling relies on high-frequency vibration to move materials along the track, but this can easily lead to material damage (such as peanut bag breakage) and has poor adaptability to packaging shape. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the purpose of this application is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a material handling device and feeder that can perform material handling in a non-vibration manner and reduce the damage of vibration to the materials.

[0005] This application provides the following technical solution:

[0006] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a material handling apparatus, the material handling apparatus comprising:

[0007] The inner disk is recessed downward to form a storage area;

[0008] The outer disk has a through hole, which is coaxially arranged with the outer disk, and the inner disk is located inside the through hole. One side of the bottom plate of the storage area and the upper end face of the outer disk form a tangential fit.

[0009] A side plate extends along the outer periphery of the outer disk, the side plate is used to restrict the material from leaving the outer disk, and a side outlet is formed between the two ends of the side plate;

[0010] A first driving member is connected to the inner disk, and the first driving member is used to drive the inner disk to rotate about the rotation axis.

[0011] The second driving member is connected to the outer disk and is used to drive the outer disk to rotate around the rotation axis, wherein the rotation axis and the outer disk axis are collinear.

[0012] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the base plate of the storage area has an inner disk axis, the outer disk axis intersects with the inner disk axis, and the outer disk axis is vertically arranged.

[0013] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the included angle between the inner disk axis and the outer disk axis is A, and satisfies: 15°≤A≤30°.

[0014] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the first driving member includes a first variable frequency motor, the first variable frequency motor and the inner disk are connected in a transmission connection, and the first variable frequency motor is used to drive the inner disk to rotate about the rotation axis;

[0015] The second driving component includes a second variable frequency motor, which is connected to the inner disk in a transmission manner. The second variable frequency motor is used to drive the outer disk to rotate around the rotation axis.

[0016] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the center of the bottom plate of the storage area is provided to bulge upward;

[0017] The top surface of the base plate of the storage area is curved.

[0018] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the material handling device further includes a screening member disposed at a detection station upstream of the side outlet in the material movement direction. The screening member includes a detection part and a driving part. The detection part is used to detect the stacking state of the material on the outer disk at the detection station, and the driving part is capable of driving the material on the outer disk at the detection station to move towards the inner disk.

[0019] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the drive unit includes an air blowing module having an air jet outlet disposed on the side plate and facing the inside of the outer disk;

[0020] The detection unit includes a photoelectric sensor, which is used to detect whether there is material at a preset height located at the detection station. The height of the material in a single package is H, and the difference between the preset height and the height of the outer plate is H1, where H < H1 < 2H.

[0021] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the material handling device further includes a shaping component, the shaping component including a correction roller brush and a correction drive unit, the correction drive unit being connected to the correction roller brush, the correction drive unit being capable of driving the correction roller brush to rotate, the correction roller brush being located inside the outer disk, the axis of the correction roller brush being parallel to the axis of the outer disk, and the distance between the correction roller brush and the side plate defining a shaping channel for a single material to pass through.

[0022] In some embodiments of the first aspect, the material handling device further includes a conveyor, one end of which is connected to the side outlet for receiving and conveying material discharged from the side outlet.

[0023] Secondly, this application also provides a feeding machine, which includes a material handling device as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0024] The embodiments of this application have the following advantages:

[0025] This application provides a material handling device that achieves non-vibration material handling through the coordinated rotation of an inner and outer disc. The specific working process is as follows:

[0026] Material storage and introduction: The materials to be processed (such as peanut bags, small bags of snacks, etc.) are placed in the recessed storage area of ​​the inner plate. The inner plate rotates around the rotation axis through the first drive component, and the centrifugal force is used to transport the materials to the outer plate.

[0027] Material transfer and handling: One side of the bottom plate of the storage area forms a tangential fit with the upper surface of the outer disk, allowing the material to smoothly transition from the inner disk to the outer disk under centrifugal force. The outer disk rotates around the same axis of rotation via a second drive component, driving the material to move circumferentially along the surface of the outer disk.

[0028] Directional output: The side plates extend along the outer edge of the outer disc, preventing material from detaching from the outer disc. Simultaneously, the side outlets between the two ends of the side plates serve as material outlets. As the outer disc rotates, the material gradually aligns and is eventually discharged in an orderly manner through the side outlets, completing the material handling process.

[0029] Therefore, using a rotary feeder instead of the high-frequency vibration of a traditional vibratory feeder avoids breakage or deformation of lightweight, fragile materials (such as peanut bags) due to vibration, making it particularly suitable for impact-sensitive packaging. Furthermore, the synergistic effect of centrifugal force and rotational friction allows for the handling of packaging of various shapes (such as flat or irregular shapes), offering strong versatility. The coaxial design of the inner and outer discs, combined with a tangential structure, enables seamless material transition, ensuring a continuous and smooth feeding process and improving packaging line efficiency. Moreover, the independent drive of the inner and outer discs allows for adjustable rotation speeds to adapt to different material characteristics (such as weight and coefficient of friction), optimizing the feeding effect. It should be noted that the difference in rotational speed between the inner and outer discs can be used to create spacing between materials discharged from the side outlet.

[0030] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, preferred embodiments are described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0031] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0032] Figure 1 This illustration shows a schematic structural diagram from one perspective of a material handling apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0033] Figure 2 This illustration shows a structural schematic diagram from another perspective of a material handling apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0034] Figure 3 This illustration shows a structural schematic diagram of a base plate provided by an embodiment of this application from one perspective.

[0035] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0036] 100-Inner plate; 110-Base plate; 111-Inner plate axis; 200-Outer plate; 300-Detection unit; 400-Air jet nozzle; 500-Correction drive unit; 600-Correction roller brush; 700-Rotation axis; 800-Side plate; 810-Side outlet; 900-Conveying component. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The embodiments of this application 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 application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0038] It should be noted that when an element is said to be "fixed" to another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is said to be "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. Conversely, when an element is said to be "directly" on another element, there is no intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0039] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," 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 application according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] 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 application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0041] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein in the template description is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this application. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0042] In related technologies, in automated packaging production lines in industries such as food, the automatic sorting and handling of materials are key aspects affecting packaging efficiency and quality. Traditional material handling mechanisms mainly rely on vibratory feeders to arrange materials, but when handling lightweight, easily tumbling, and irregularly shaped packaging (such as peanut bags, small bags of snacks, etc.), the following problems exist: vibratory feeder material handling relies on high-frequency vibration to move materials along the track, but this can easily lead to material damage (such as peanut bags breaking), and it has poor adaptability to packaging shapes.

[0043] As shown in Figure 1, Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this application provides a material handling device, which includes an inner disk 100, an outer disk 200, a side plate 800, a first driving member, and a second driving member. The inner disk 100 is recessed downward to form a storage area. The outer disk 200 has a through hole, which is coaxially arranged with the outer disk 200, and the inner disk 100 is located inside the through hole. One side of the bottom plate 110 of the storage area and the upper end surface of the outer disk 200 are tangentially fitted. The side plate 800 extends along the outer periphery of the outer disk 200 and is used to restrict material from leaving the outer disk 200. A side outlet 810 is formed between the two ends of the side plate 800. The first driving member is connected to the inner disk 100 and is used to drive the inner disk 100 to rotate around a rotation axis 700. The second driving member is connected to the outer disk 200 and is used to drive the outer disk 200 to rotate around a rotation axis 700. The rotation axis 700 and the outer disk 200 axis are collinear.

[0044] In these embodiments, the center of the inner disk 100 is recessed downwards to form a storage area, i.e., a material temporary storage chamber. The storage area is used to hold the materials to be sorted. During rotation, under the action of centrifugal force, the materials are conveyed outwards to the outer disk 200.

[0045] The outer disk 200 has a through hole in its center. The through hole is coaxial with the outer disk 200; in other words, the outer disk 200 is designed as a ring structure. The inner disk 100 is located within this through hole, forming a nested structure. The two can be designed without direct contact, ensuring that they can rotate independently. One side of the bottom plate 110 of the storage area is tangentially fitted to the upper surface of the outer disk 200. The outer disk 200 carries the material ejected from the inner disk 100, providing a platform for material sliding and sorting; the tangential fit design helps the material smoothly transition to the surface of the outer disk 200.

[0046] For example, the upper surface of the inner plate 100 is flush with the upper surface of the outer plate 200, and the gap between the upper surface of the inner plate 100 and the upper surface of the outer plate 200 is smaller than the size of the material, so as to avoid the material getting stuck or falling off.

[0047] The side plate 800 extends circumferentially along the outer edge of the outer disk 200. A gap is left between the two ends of the side plate 800, forming a side outlet 810. For example, the side outlet 810 extends tangentially along the outer edge of the outer disk 200, facilitating material discharge. Clearly, the side plate 800 is positioned along the outer edge of the outer disk 200 to prevent material from flying out from the outer edge of the outer disk 200 during rotation and to guide the arranged material out in a designated direction (i.e., the side outlet 810).

[0048] The first drive unit is connected to the inner disk 100. The first drive unit drives the inner disk 100 to rotate around the rotation axis 700, providing centrifugal force and controlling the speed and rhythm of material diffusion from the storage area to the outside.

[0049] For example, the first driving component can be a stepper motor, a DC motor, or a pneumatic motor, etc. Furthermore, the specific installation structure is a conventional setup and will not be described in detail. For instance, when the first driving component is a motor, the motor's spindle can be directly connected to the inner disk 100, with the motor's spindle axis and rotation axis 700 being collinear. Alternatively, it can be connected to the inner disk 100 via a transmission mechanism, such as a gear transmission mechanism, a belt transmission mechanism, etc.

[0050] The second driving component is connected to the outer disk 200. The second driving component drives the outer disk 200 to rotate around the same rotation axis 700. It can be controlled independently or synchronously with the inner disk 100 to adjust the flow state of materials on the outer disk 200; achieving further screening, orientation, and output of materials. It should be noted that the outer disk 200 and the inner disk 100 can rotate synchronously or asynchronously.

[0051] For example, the second drive component can be a stepper motor, DC motor, or pneumatic motor, etc. Furthermore, the specific installation structure is a conventional setup and will not be elaborated further. For instance, when the second drive component is a motor, the motor's spindle can be directly connected to the outer disk 200, with the motor's spindle axis and rotation axis 700 being collinear. Alternatively, it can be connected to the inner disk 100 via a transmission mechanism, such as a gear transmission mechanism, belt transmission mechanism, etc.

[0052] This material handling device achieves non-vibration material handling through the coordinated rotation of the inner disk 100 and the outer disk 200. The specific working process is as follows:

[0053] Material storage and import: The materials to be processed (such as peanut bags, small bags of snacks, etc.) are placed in the downward recessed storage area of ​​the inner plate 100. The inner plate 100 rotates around the rotation axis 700 through the first drive component, and uses centrifugal force to transport the materials to the outer plate 200.

[0054] Material transfer and handling: One side of the bottom plate 110 of the storage area forms a tangential fit with the upper surface of the outer disk 200, and the material smoothly transitions from the inner disk 100 to the outer disk 200 under the action of centrifugal force. The outer disk 200 rotates around the same rotation axis 700 through the second driving component, driving the material to move circumferentially along the surface of the outer disk 200.

[0055] Directional output: The side plate 800 extends along the outer edge of the outer disk 200, restricting the material from leaving the outer disk 200. At the same time, the side outlet 810 between the two ends of the side plate 800 serves as the material outlet. As the outer disk 200 rotates, the material gradually aligns and is finally discharged in an orderly manner through the side outlet 810, completing the material handling process.

[0056] Therefore, using a rotary feeder instead of the high-frequency vibration of a traditional vibratory feeder avoids breakage or deformation of lightweight, fragile materials (such as peanut bags) due to vibration, making it particularly suitable for impact-sensitive packaging. Furthermore, the synergistic effect of centrifugal force and rotational friction allows for the handling of packaging of various shapes (such as flat or irregular shapes), offering strong versatility. The coaxial design of the inner disc 100 and outer disc 200, combined with a tangential structure, enables seamless material transition, ensuring a continuous and smooth feeding process and improving packaging line efficiency. Moreover, the independent drive of the inner disc 100 and outer disc 200 allows for speed adjustment to adapt to different material characteristics (such as weight and coefficient of friction), optimizing the feeding effect. It should be noted that the speed difference between the inner disc 100 and outer disc 200 can be used to create a spacing between the materials discharged from the side outlet 810.

[0057] In some embodiments, the base plate 110 of the storage area has an inner disk axis 111, and the outer disk 200 axis is arranged to intersect with the inner disk axis 111, with the outer disk 200 axis being vertically arranged.

[0058] In these embodiments, the bottom plate 110 of the storage area has an inner disk axis 111, and the outer disk 200 axis is arranged to intersect with the inner disk axis 111. At the same time, the outer disk 200 axis is arranged vertically, defining a specific spatial layout relationship, which helps to understand how the material handling device achieves efficient and orderly material handling through different rotating axes.

[0059] The inner disk axis 111 refers to the central axis around which the inner disk 100 rotates. It determines the direction and path of the inner disk 100's rotation and is crucial for controlling the speed and direction of material transfer from the inner disk 100 to the outer disk 200.

[0060] The outer disk 200 axis refers to the central axis around which the outer disk 200 rotates. As described, it is vertically positioned, meaning it is perpendicular to the ground or the foundation plane of the equipment. It determines the direction and path of the outer disk 200's rotation, directly impacting the distribution, arrangement, and final output of materials on the outer disk 200.

[0061] The intersecting arrangement of the outer disk 200 axis and the inner disk axis 111 provides more flexible material handling capabilities. For example, the distribution pattern of materials on the outer disk 200 can be changed by adjusting the relative rotation speed of the inner and outer disks 200, thereby adapting to the material handling needs of different shapes and sizes.

[0062] For example, independent motors are used to drive the inner disk 100 and the outer disk 200 respectively, ensuring that their speed and direction can be adjusted independently. This allows for dynamic adjustment of the relative motion between the inner and outer disks 200 according to actual needs. By precisely controlling the speed ratio of the inner and outer disks 200, the entire process of material flow from the inner disk 100 to the outer disk 200 and then to the side outlet 810 can be effectively managed, reducing the occurrence of blockages and jams.

[0063] In some embodiments, the included angle between the inner disk axis 111 and the outer disk axis 200 is A, and satisfies: 15°≤A≤30°.

[0064] In these embodiments, the base plate 110 of the inner plate 100 is installed at a certain angle relative to the outer plate 200; this inclination is not set arbitrarily, but is a reasonable range of values ​​after engineering optimization.

[0065] When the inner disk 100 has a certain tilt angle, the material is more likely to slide from the inner disk 100 to the outer disk 200 under the action of centrifugal force. The tilt angle can guide the material to move in a specific direction, reducing jamming and accumulation.

[0066] It is especially suitable for lightweight, easily rolling or irregularly shaped materials (such as peanut bags, small bags of snacks, etc.).

[0067] The tilt setting allows for a more even distribution of materials on the outer 200mm surface. The material sliding speed and dwell time can be controlled by adjusting the angle, achieving better sorting results; it also helps to recycle and reorganize materials that do not meet output requirements.

[0068] Different material properties (mass, coefficient of friction, shape) can be adapted by adjusting the angle; within the range of 15° to 30°, it can ensure that the material slides smoothly without being thrown out and out of control due to excessive angle.

[0069] For example, A can be 15°, 16°, 17°, 18°, 19°, 20°, 21°, 22°, 23° or 24°, etc.

[0070] In some embodiments, the first driving element includes a first variable frequency motor, which is connected to the inner disk 100 in a transmission manner. The first variable frequency motor is used to drive the inner disk 100 to rotate around the rotation axis 700.

[0071] The second driving component includes a second variable frequency motor, which is connected to the inner disk 100 via a transmission. The second variable frequency motor is used to drive the outer disk 200 to rotate around the rotation axis 700.

[0072] In these embodiments, the first drive unit and the second drive unit employ a first variable frequency motor and a second variable frequency motor, respectively, to drive the inner disk 100 and the outer disk 200. Using variable frequency motors provides precise speed control, which is crucial for improving flexibility and efficiency in material handling processes.

[0073] The first drive component is a variable frequency motor. This motor is connected to the inner disk 100 via a transmission system. By adjusting the inverter parameters, the rotational speed of the inner disk 100 can be precisely controlled. This reduces mechanical impact, protecting the equipment and the materials being processed. The power output is automatically adjusted according to the actual load, achieving energy savings. This allows the inner disk 100 to rotate 70° around its axis, causing the material in the storage area to spread outwards.

[0074] The second drive component is a second variable frequency motor. This second variable frequency motor is connected to the outer disk 200 via a transmission system. The speed of the outer disk 200 can be controlled independently, or it can operate synchronously or asynchronously with the inner disk 100 as needed. Precise control of the outer disk 200's speed optimizes the distribution and arrangement of materials on its surface. This facilitates rapid response to changes in different material characteristics and allows for adjustment to the optimal working state. This enables the outer disk 200 to rotate around a common axis of rotation 700 degrees, working in conjunction with the inner disk 100 to complete the orderly arrangement and output of materials.

[0075] In some embodiments, the center of the base plate 110 of the storage area is convex upwards. The top surface of the base plate 110 of the storage area is arc-shaped.

[0076] In these embodiments, the bottom plate 110 of the storage area is convex upward in the middle and its top surface is arc-shaped, which optimizes the flow of materials in the inner plate 100.

[0077] The center of the base plate 110 is raised higher than the edges. The top surface is curved: the surface of the base plate 110 has a smooth, transitioning curved curve, rather than a flat or sloping surface. This guides the material to spread outwards, avoiding accumulation and jamming, and improving material handling smoothness.

[0078] The curved, raised base plate 110 facilitates rapid outward diffusion of materials under external forces (such as centrifugal force). The raised design prevents materials from remaining in the central area for extended periods, reducing the risk of clogging. A flat base plate 110 can easily create material "dead zones" (especially in the center). The curved, raised structure eliminates these dead zones, making it easier for materials to rotate and distribute evenly. This significantly improves material handling efficiency per unit time.

[0079] During rotation, the material slides along the curved surface due to the combined effects of gravity and centrifugal force. The curved profile controls the material's sliding path, allowing it to enter the outer disk's 200-degree area more orderly. It also assists in the directional arrangement of irregularly shaped materials.

[0080] The curved surface, without sharp angles or abrupt changes, reduces the possibility of materials getting stuck or broken during movement. It is particularly suitable for products with fragile packaging, irregular shapes, or high surface finish requirements.

[0081] In some embodiments, the material handling device further includes a screening element. In the direction of material movement, the screening element is disposed at a detection station upstream of the side outlet. The screening element includes a detection unit 300 and a driving unit. The detection unit 300 is used to detect the stacking state of the material on the outer disk 200 at the detection station, and the driving unit is capable of driving the material on the outer disk 200 at the detection station to move towards the inner disk 100.

[0082] In these embodiments, the material handling apparatus is further equipped with a screening element, which adds intelligent detection and dynamic adjustment capabilities to the material handling process. Specifically, the screening element includes a detection unit 300 and a drive unit, which work together to detect the stacking state of the materials and redistribute them when necessary.

[0083] The inspection unit 300 is located at the inspection station upstream of the side outlet, on the material movement path. It is responsible for inspecting the stacking status of materials on the outer disc 200, such as whether overlapping issues exist. The detected information is transmitted to the control system for subsequent operational decisions.

[0084] For example, the detection unit 300 and the drive unit are electrically connected to the control system, which includes a controller, and the controller may be a PLC programmable controller, an MCU chip, etc.

[0085] For example, the detection unit 300 may use a photoelectric sensor that uses a light beam (usually infrared) to detect the presence or absence of an object or to measure distance. This is suitable for detecting whether materials are in place, whether there is overlap, etc., especially in environments with good light control.

[0086] Alternatively, a laser rangefinder can be used. Distance is calculated by emitting a laser beam and receiving the reflected signal. This is suitable for applications requiring high-precision measurement, such as detecting the stacking of materials with minute dimensional differences.

[0087] Alternatively, a vision sensor / machine vision system. This uses a camera to capture images and then analyzes those images using image processing algorithms to extract useful information.

[0088] The drive unit is also located near the inspection station, but its main task is to exert physical influence on the materials. When the inspection unit 300 detects abnormal material stacking, the drive unit can be activated to push these materials back to the inner tray 100 or redistribute them to ensure that all materials can enter the next stage in the predetermined order. By correcting material stacking problems in a timely manner, equipment blockage or efficiency reduction caused by accumulation can be avoided.

[0089] For example, the drive unit can be an electric push rod, a pneumatic push rod, or a hydraulic push rod, etc. Specifically, the mounting structure can be such that a mounting hole is provided in the side plate 800 for the drive end of the drive unit to pass through, so that the drive end can move from the mounting hole into the side plate 800 to push the material towards the inner disk 100.

[0090] Initial stage: Material diffuses from inner plate 100 to outer plate 200;

[0091] Inspection phase: When the material arrives at the inspection station, the inspection unit 300 scans the material on the outer plate 200 to determine if there is any stacking abnormality;

[0092] If the test results are normal, the material is allowed to continue to the side outlet 810;

[0093] If a problem is detected (such as improper stacking), the drive unit is triggered; this process can be automatically controlled by the control system or manually started based on the detection structure.

[0094] Adjustment phase: The drive unit intervenes to push the problematic materials back to inner tray 100 or redistribute them so that the materials can be arranged correctly;

[0095] Final output: After screening and adjustment, the materials pass through side outlet 810 in sequence and enter the next process.

[0096] In some embodiments, the drive unit includes an air blowing module having a jet nozzle 400 disposed on a side plate 800 and facing the inside of the outer disk 200.

[0097] The detection unit 300 includes a photoelectric sensor, which is used to detect whether there is material at a preset height located at the detection station. The height of a single package of material is H, and the height difference between the preset height and the outer plate 200 is H1, where H < H1 < 2H.

[0098] In these embodiments, the air blowing module includes an air source system, a control valve, and an air jet 400. The air jet 400 is mounted on the side plate 800 and faces inward toward the outer disk 200. The air jet direction is directed toward the surface of the outer disk 200 to apply airflow impact force to the material on the outer disk 200. When abnormal stacking or arrangement of materials is detected (such as double or multiple layers stacked), the control system triggers the air blowing module. Airflow is blown toward the material through the air jet 400, using air pressure to blow the upper layer of material away from its current track, causing it to fall back to the inner disk 100 for reordering. This achieves a non-contact "screening" operation, avoiding mechanical damage.

[0099] A photoelectric sensor (usually a through-beam or reflective type) is located at the detection station; it is set at a preset height to determine whether there is material stacking.

[0100] Under normal circumstances, a single layer of material will not block the photoelectric sensor when passing through the detection area. If two or more layers of material are stacked, the top material will enter the H1 area and block the light beam; the control system will then determine that there is an abnormal stacking and activate the air blowing module to correct it.

[0101] In some embodiments, the material handling device further includes a shaping component, which includes a correction roller brush 600 and a correction drive unit 500. The correction drive unit 500 is connected to the correction roller brush 600, and the correction drive unit 500 can drive the correction roller brush 600 to rotate. The correction roller brush 600 is located inside the outer disk 200, and the axis of the correction roller brush 600 is parallel to the axis of the outer disk 200. The distance between the correction roller brush 600 and the side plate 800 defines a shaping channel for a single material to pass through.

[0102] In these embodiments, by introducing shaping components (including a correction roller brush 600 and a correction drive unit 500), further optimized control of the material posture during the material handling process is achieved. This is particularly suitable for orienting and shaping materials in automated packaging lines to ensure the stability and consistency of subsequent feeding or packaging processes.

[0103] Shaping components are used to correct the posture, adjust the direction, and shape materials in a single row, thereby improving the consistency and neatness of the output materials.

[0104] The correction roller brush 600 is located inside the outer disk 200, with its axis parallel to the axis of the outer disk 200. The surface of the roller brush is usually made of flexible material (such as nylon bristles or silicone strips). During rotation, it contacts the side of the material and uses friction to correct skewed or tilted materials. It pushes the material to move in the predetermined direction to achieve uniform posture.

[0105] The correction drive unit 500 is connected to the correction roller brush 600; it drives the correction roller brush 600 to rotate; it can use a separate motor (such as a stepper / servo / DC motor) or a linkage transmission mechanism; it supports speed control to adapt to different material characteristics.

[0106] The shaping channel is formed by a certain gap between the correction roller brush 600 and the side plate 800; only a single material is allowed to pass through; the channel width is slightly larger than the maximum lateral dimension of the material, but less than twice the width of the material; it enables the material to be output in a single row in sequence; it prevents multiple packages from running in parallel and jamming; and it guides the material into downstream equipment (such as the feeding port, conveyor belt, etc.).

[0107] The material is conveyed to the entrance of the shaping channel by the rotation of the outer disc 200; the correction roller brush 600 rotates slowly and continuously under the drive of the correction drive unit 500; when the material passes through the roller brush, if there is any tilt or inconsistency in direction, the roller brush bristles contact the side of the material and apply a corrective force; the material after correction queues up and passes through the shaping channel; finally, it enters the subsequent process in a neat and uniform manner.

[0108] In some embodiments, the material handling device further includes a conveyor 900, one end of which is connected to a side outlet 810 for receiving and conveying material discharged from the side outlet 810.

[0109] In these embodiments, the material handling device further integrates a conveyor 900, one end of which connects to the side outlet 810 for receiving and continuing to convey material discharged from the side outlet 810. The conveyor 900 directly connects to the side outlet 810, ensuring a smooth transition of material to the next process and preventing material from falling or becoming disordered. This achieves continuous operation from material handling to conveying without manual intervention, improving production efficiency.

[0110] By using appropriate conveying speeds and methods (such as belt conveyors and chain conveyors), materials are guaranteed not to suffer additional damage during the transfer process.

[0111] For example, the conveyor 900 may be a belt conveyor, a chain conveyor, or a roller conveyor, etc.

[0112] It should be noted that the height of the conveying surface of the conveyor 900 must match the height of the side outlet 810 to ensure smooth material transition. Appropriate guide plates or guardrails should be installed at the junction to guide the material accurately into the conveyor 900.

[0113] In some embodiments, this application also provides a feeding machine, which includes any of the material handling devices described in the above embodiments.

[0114] Since the aforementioned material handling device has the aforementioned technical effects, the feeding machine that includes the material handling device should have the same technical effects, which will not be elaborated here.

[0115] In all examples shown and described herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations; therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values.

[0116] 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.

[0117] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A material handling device, characterized in that, The material handling apparatus includes: The inner disk is recessed downward to form a storage area; The outer disk has a through hole, which is coaxially arranged with the outer disk, and the inner disk is located inside the through hole. One side of the bottom plate of the storage area and the upper end face of the outer disk form a tangential fit. A side plate extends along the outer periphery of the outer disk, the side plate is used to restrict material from leaving the outer disk, and a side outlet is formed between the two ends of the side plate; A first driving member is connected to the inner disk, and the first driving member is used to drive the inner disk to rotate about the rotation axis. The second driving member is connected to the outer disk and is used to drive the outer disk to rotate around the rotation axis, wherein the rotation axis and the outer disk axis are collinear.

2. The material handling apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom plate of the storage area has an inner disk axis, and the outer disk axis and the inner disk axis are intersected and arranged, with the outer disk axis being vertically arranged.

3. The material handling apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that, The angle between the inner disk axis and the outer disk axis is A, and satisfies: 15°≤A≤30°.

4. The material handling apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first driving component includes a first variable frequency motor, which is connected to the inner disk in a transmission manner. The first variable frequency motor is used to drive the inner disk to rotate around the rotation axis. The second driving component includes a second variable frequency motor, which is connected to the inner disk in a transmission manner. The second variable frequency motor is used to drive the outer disk to rotate around the rotation axis.

5. The material handling apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom plate of the storage area is convex upward in the middle; The top surface of the bottom plate of the storage area is curved.

6. The material handling apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that, The material handling device further includes a screening component. In the direction of material movement, the screening component is disposed at a detection station upstream of the side outlet. The screening component includes a detection part and a driving part. The detection part is used to detect the stacking state of the material on the outer disk located at the detection station. The driving part is capable of driving the material on the outer disk located at the detection station to move towards the inner disk.

7. The material handling apparatus according to claim 6, characterized in that, The drive unit includes an air blowing module, which has an air jet nozzle disposed on the side plate and facing the inside of the outer disk. The detection unit includes a photoelectric sensor, which is used to detect whether there is material at a preset height located at the detection station. The height of the material in a single package is H, and the difference between the preset height and the height of the outer plate is H1, where H < H1 < 2H.

8. The material handling apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material handling device further includes a shaping component, which includes a correction roller brush and a correction drive unit. The correction drive unit is connected to the correction roller brush, and the correction drive unit can drive the correction roller brush to rotate. The correction roller brush is located inside the outer disk, and the axis of the correction roller brush is parallel to the axis of the outer disk. The distance between the correction roller brush and the side plate defines a shaping channel for a single material to pass through.

9. The material handling apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material handling device also includes a conveying component, one end of which is connected to the side outlet for receiving and conveying materials discharged from the side outlet.

10. A feeding machine, characterized in that, The feeding machine includes the material handling device as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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