Automatic system of crucible press

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a crucible press automation system which comprises a material conveying rail used for conveying to-be-machined materials and provided with adjustable supporting legs, a damping cushion layer for buffering impact force and a lubricating groove, so that stability is improved, and the material blocking phenomenon is reduced; the material pushing mechanism is connected with the material conveying track and is used for pushing the materials from the material conveying track to a press station; the positioning baffle is arranged at the tail end of the material conveying track and is matched with the material pushing mechanism; the pressing sliding block is arranged opposite to the positioning baffle; the material returning chute is used for returning redundant waste materials to a designated area; the collecting box is connected with one end of the material conveying track, the tail end of the material conveying track is connected with a buffer transition plate, and the material return chute is located below the buffer transition plate. Through the scheme of the embodiment of the invention, the material blocking phenomenon can be reduced.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of industrial automation control, in particular to a crucible press automation system. BACKGROUND

[0002] The crucible press automation system is a device system for improving the production efficiency and automation level of crucibles, which can realize a series of process flows such as material pressing and molding through automation control. However, in actual application, the system has the problem of material jamming, which directly affects the continuity and stability of production. The occurrence of material jamming may be related to material flowability, mold design or equipment running state and other factors. This phenomenon limits the further improvement of system performance and becomes one of the technical difficulties that need to be focused on in the optimization and improvement process. SUMMARY

[0003] Therefore, the present application provides a crucible press automation system to at least partially solve the problems in the prior art.

[0004] The crucible press automation system of the present application comprises:

[0005] A material conveying track for conveying material to be processed, wherein the material conveying track has adjustable support feet, is provided with a shock-absorbing cushion layer to buffer impact force, and is equipped with a lubrication groove to increase stability and reduce material jamming;

[0006] A material pushing mechanism connected to the material conveying track for pushing the material from the material conveying track into the press station;

[0007] A positioning baffle provided at the end of the material conveying track and cooperating with the material pushing mechanism;

[0008] A pressing slide arranged opposite to the positioning baffle;

[0009] A material return chute for returning excess waste material to a designated area;

[0010] A collection box connected to one end of the material conveying track, wherein

[0011] The material conveying track is connected at the end with a buffer transition plate, and the material return chute is located below the buffer transition plate.

[0012] In one specific embodiment, the adjustable support feet have a screw lifting mechanism that can be adjusted in height by manual rotation.

[0013] In one specific embodiment, the shock-absorbing cushion layer is made of multiple layers of elastic material and filled with an adhesive layer between each layer.

[0014] In one specific embodiment, the lubricating groove is provided with an automatic lubricating device, which can automatically replenish lubricant.

[0015] In one specific embodiment, the pushing mechanism is equipped with an anti-deviation guide rod.

[0016] In one specific embodiment, the lower part of the pressing slide is provided with a dynamic balancer, which can perform horizontal correction, thereby reducing disturbance to the material conveying track.

[0017] In one specific embodiment, the inner wall of the collecting box is provided with a micro-vibration generator, which is used to prevent jamming by vibration when the finished product enters.

[0018] In one specific embodiment, the overall frame of the material conveying track is installed in a foundation fixed groove.

[0019] The embodiment of the present disclosure provides a crucible press automatic system, which comprises a material conveying track for conveying materials to be processed, wherein the material conveying track is provided with adjustable supporting feet, a shock-absorbing cushion layer for buffering impact force, and a lubricating groove for increasing smoothness to reduce the jamming phenomenon; a pushing mechanism connected with the material conveying track for pushing the materials from the material conveying track to a press station; a positioning baffle arranged at the end of the material conveying track and matched with the pushing mechanism; a pressing slide arranged opposite to the positioning baffle; a material returning chute for returning excess waste materials to a designated area; and a collecting box connected with one end of the material conveying track, wherein the end of the material conveying track is connected with a buffer transition plate, and the material returning chute is located below the buffer transition plate. Through the scheme of the embodiment of the present disclosure, the jamming phenomenon can be reduced. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical scheme of the exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of the present disclosure, and therefore should not be considered as limiting the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can also be obtained without creative labor.

[0021] Figure 1 Structure schematic view of the crucible press automatic system disclosed by the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 Structure schematic view of the pressing slide of the crucible press automatic system disclosed by the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 Partial structure schematic view of the automatic lubricating device of the crucible press automatic system disclosed by the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the combined structure of the feeding mechanism and the positioning baffle disclosed in the automated crucible press system of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the combined structure of the return chute and buffer transition plate disclosed in the automated crucible press system of this utility model.

[0026] In the diagram: 1. Material conveying track; 2. Pushing mechanism; 3. Positioning baffle; 4. Pressing slider; 5. Return chute; 6. Collection box; 11. Adjustable support feet; 12. Shock-absorbing pad layer; 13. Lubrication groove; 15. Screw lifting mechanism; 16. Adhesive layer; 17. Automatic lubrication device; 19. Anti-deviation guide rod; 21. Dynamic balancer; 22. Buffer transition plate; 23. Micro-vibration generator; 24. Foundation fixing groove. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The embodiments of this disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] The following specific examples illustrate the implementation of this disclosure. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this disclosure from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this disclosure, and not all of them. This disclosure can also be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and the details in this specification can also be modified or changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the spirit of this disclosure. It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the following embodiments and features in the embodiments can be combined with each other. Based on the embodiments in this disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0029] like Figures 1-5 As shown, an automated crucible press system of this application includes a material conveying track 1, a pushing mechanism 2, a positioning baffle 3, a pressing slider 4, a return chute 5, and a collection box 6. These components work together to complete the automated processing operation of the crucible press.

[0030] The material conveying track 1 is used to convey the material to be processed. The material conveying track 1 is equipped with adjustable support feet 11, which can ensure the levelness of the entire track by adjusting its height, adapt to different ground conditions to improve the conveying stability. In addition, a shock-absorbing cushion layer 12 is also provided under the track, which is made of elastic materials such as rubber or silicone, which can buffer the impact force generated by the operation of the equipment and reduce the influence of vibration on the material conveying process. In order to reduce the frictional resistance, lubrication grooves 13 are provided on the surface of the track, which can be filled with appropriate lubricating oil or the track can be made of self-lubricating materials, so as to reduce the occurrence of material jamming and ensure the smoothness of the material during conveying.

[0031] The pushing mechanism 2 is used to push the material from the material conveying track 1 into the press station and is connected with the material conveying track 1. The pushing mechanism 2 is generally driven by a gas cylinder or a hydraulic piston, and its end is connected with a pushing plate. When the driving source is started, the pushing plate translates forward along the predetermined track under the action of power, accurately pushing the material at the end of the track into the press station. In technical implementation, guide devices (such as linear guides) can be added to the base of the pushing plate to further ensure the accuracy of the movement track and prevent material jamming caused by movement deviation.

[0032] The positioning baffle 3 is used to fix the position of the material and is arranged at the end of the material conveying track 1 and cooperates with the pushing mechanism 2. Its basic function is to block the material and determine the position of the material before accurately entering the press station. In order to ensure high positioning accuracy, the component is usually made of wear-resistant hard metal materials and is equipped with a fine adjustment mechanism. The operator adjusts the position of the baffle by rotating the adjustment knob to adapt to the requirements of different sizes of materials.

[0033] The pressing slider 4 is used to apply pressure to the material to complete the forming operation, which is arranged opposite to the positioning baffle 3. The pressing slider 4 is installed on a sliding bracket and moves up and down under the action of an oil cylinder or an electric servo driving unit. The inside of the bracket is designed with a precise guide structure, such as a ball bearing guide assembly or a hydraulic damping unit, to ensure that the slider running path is not deviated and shaken. By setting a pressure sensor and a closed-loop control system, the pressure value is detected and controlled in real time to ensure that the pressure borne by the material is always maintained within a reasonable range.

[0034] The material return chute 5 is used to return excess waste to a designated area and is connected with one side of the material conveying track 1. The inclination angle of the chute is calculated and designed to guide the waste to smoothly discharge along the specified direction under the influence of its own gravity. In order to avoid the situation that the material remains causes blockage, a coating with low friction characteristics can be plated on the surface, or cleaning liquid can be sprayed into it regularly for flushing.

[0035] The collecting box 6 is used to collect finished products after pressing, and is connected to one end of the material conveying track 1. It is located at the end of the production line, and its shape is designed according to the volume of the actual workpiece, and a flexible baffle is installed around the opening to prevent the finished products from falling or splashing. At the same time, the internal capacity is sufficient to store multiple cycle products, reducing the number of manual interventions.

[0036] The automatic system of the crucible press of the present application effectively solves the technical problem of how to reduce the phenomenon of material jamming. First, by setting the material conveying track 1 with adjustable supporting feet, it is ensured that the equipment can maintain a good horizontal state under different environments; second, the addition of the shock absorbing pad 12 significantly reduces the interference of vibration on the overall working performance; third, the design of the lubrication groove 13 effectively reduces the friction. The above measures work together to greatly optimize the stability and smoothness of the material conveying track 1, thereby reducing the probability of material jamming. In addition, the application of the material pushing mechanism 2 precise guidance, positioning baffle 3 fine tuning mechanism also improves the accuracy of each link, and finally achieves the purpose of reducing the phenomenon of material jamming.

[0037] As shown in Figure 5 In one embodiment, the adjustable supporting feet 11 of the automatic system of the crucible press of the present application adopt a screw lifting mechanism 15, which realizes precise adjustment of height by rotating. This component is installed at the key position of the bottom of the material conveying track 1, and its core consists of a screw rod and a fixed seat, wherein the screw rod is nested in the fixed seat and forms a stable lifting structure by interlocking the inner and outer threads. Specifically, the fixed seat is directly connected to the bottom of the material conveying track 1, and the screw rod is vertically inserted through the fixed seat and can be freely rotated. In order to ensure stability during lifting, the screw rod top and the fixed seat inside are provided with matching guide structures.

[0038] For example, this screw lifting mechanism 15 can be manually operated through a hexagonal head or hand wheel, and when the levelness of the material conveying track 1 needs to be adjusted, the operator can change the length of the screw rod extending or retracting into the fixed seat by rotating it, thereby fine-tuning the height. In order to realize smooth adjustment, the outer surface of the screw rod is processed with high precision to ensure the matching precision of the threads, and a low-friction coefficient bushing is added inside the fixed seat as an auxiliary. In addition, the screw lifting mechanism 15 also complements the shock absorbing pad 12, so that the equipment still has good running conditions under complex terrain.

[0039] As shown in Figure 5As shown, in one embodiment, the shock-absorbing pad 12 of the crucible press automation system of the present application is implemented by a combination of multiple layers of elastic materials, aiming to further optimize the stability of the system. Among them, each layer of elastic material is stacked in a predetermined order and firmly connected between each two layers of elastic material through an adhesive layer 16. This design effectively reduces the impact and vibration of the material conveying track 1 during work. At the same time, due to the performance of the elastic material itself, it can also take into account a certain sound insulation effect. The shock-absorbing pad 12 is installed in a specific area at the bottom of the material conveying track 1, which can absorb forces from different directions and disperse them to a wider area.

[0040] Specifically, the structure of this combination of multiple layers of elastic materials and adhesive layers 16 not only improves the fatigue resistance of the overall system, but also avoids performance degradation problems caused by component loosening during long-term operation. For example, rubber layers, polyurethane foam layers, etc. can be selected as the main materials, and the thickness ratio and the number of layers can be adjusted according to the required buffering degree. In addition, from the perspective of technical implementation, a hot pressing process can be used to tightly adhere the layers of materials together, and then the completed shock-absorbing pad 12 can be fixed to the corresponding position below the material conveying track 1 in an embedded or adhered manner. This connection form not only ensures stability, but also facilitates later replacement and maintenance operations.

[0041] As shown, Figure 3 In one embodiment, the lubrication groove 13 of the crucible press automation system of the present application is provided with an automatic lubricating device 17, which can automatically supplement the lubricant by monitoring the data changes of the system in real time. The increase of frictional resistance can be judged by detecting the load value change of the pushing mechanism 2 during movement through a pressure sensor or a torque sensor. When the signal feedback by the sensor exceeds the predetermined threshold value, the automatic lubricating device 17 is immediately started and releases an appropriate amount of lubricant to the lubrication groove 13 to ensure the smoothness of the work of the friction pair components. The installation position of the automatic lubricating device 17 is adjacent to the lubrication groove 13 and is connected thereto through a pipeline, which facilitates precise supply of lubricant and avoids interference from the external environment. At the same time, the device includes a liquid storage unit for storing lubricant and a power pump assembly for driving the lubricant to flow out, and a corresponding electromagnetic valve or control unit is provided to cooperate with the execution instruction.

[0042] For example, the sensor and the power pump assembly of the automatic lubricating device 17 can be connected through a microcontroller, which is pre-programmed to analyze the electrical signal strength from the sensor according to a preset algorithm, and issue an action instruction when an abnormal electrical signal is detected, so that the power pump is started and the lubricant in the liquid storage unit is delivered to the lubrication groove 13. This structure design can effectively guarantee the stable supply of the amount of lubricant in the lubrication groove 13, and reduce the problem of damage to parts caused by dry friction.

[0043] As shown, Figure 4As shown, in one embodiment, the pushing mechanism 2 of the crucible press automation system of the present application improves the accuracy and stability of material pushing by adding a special guide assembly. The assembly is mainly composed of an anti-deviation guide rod 19 and related fixing structure, and its purpose is to ensure that the material does not deviate from the preset track during the pushing process, thereby reducing the possibility of material jamming or position deviation. The anti-deviation guide rod 19 is a solid and sliding component installed inside the pushing mechanism 2 adjacent to the material conveying track 1 and is stably connected to the main body of the pushing mechanism 2 through a specific connection structure. It provides continuous lateral support force on the action path of the pushing mechanism 2, ensuring accurate movement of the material in the specified direction.

[0044] For example, the guide rod can be installed on the working plane of the pushing mechanism 2 and made parallel to the material pushing direction. The distance between the guide rod and the material conveying track 1 can be adjusted according to the size of the material to ensure that a tight guide channel is formed between the two. In addition, to avoid wear, the surface of the guide rod can be coated with a wear-resistant coating or made of a high-lubricity material, such as a chrome plating or a low-friction alloy material. This structure not only enhances the stability of the pushing process, but also reduces the frequency of component replacement and improves the long-term reliability of the entire system.

[0045] As shown, Figure 2 In one embodiment, a dynamic balancer 21 is provided below the pressing slide 4 of the crucible press automation system of the present application. The dynamic balancer 21 is fixed to the bottom of the pressing slide 4 through a connecting piece, and its position is consistent with the pressure application direction of the pressing slide 4. The dynamic balancer 21 is composed of multiple precision counterweight assemblies, sensing units, and adjustment mechanisms. The sensing units detect the deviation or pressure change in real time during the pressing process, and then adjust the positions of the counterweight assemblies through the adjustment mechanisms to maintain the overall level. This structure can dynamically compensate for the level deviation when the material is pressed, thereby avoiding excessive interference force from the pressing slide 4 on the material conveying track 1. The design of the dynamic balancer 21 not only helps to improve the processing accuracy, but also ensures the stability of key parameters during long-term operation of the system.

[0046] For example, the sensing unit in the dynamic balancer 21 is installed at the bottom of the pressing slide 4 using a high-sensitivity acceleration sensor or an inclination sensor, and transmits its output signal to the control system. The control system calculates the correction amount based on the received data and drives the electric actuator in the adjustment mechanism to move the counterweight assembly along the predetermined track. The above adjustment process is completely independent of the operation of other systems, further ensuring that the overall performance is not affected by external factors.

[0047] As shown, Figure 5As shown, in one embodiment, the return chute 5 of the crucible press automation system of the present application is connected to one side of the material conveying track 1 through a buffer transition plate 22. The buffer transition plate 22 functions to effectively reduce the impact force of the waste material falling from the return chute 5 onto the material conveying track 1. Specifically, the buffer transition plate 22 is installed as an intermediate structural component between the designated area of the return chute 5 and the material conveying track 1, functioning as a buffer and shock absorber. The buffer transition plate 22 is made of elastic material, and its two ends are firmly connected with the outlet of the return chute 5 and the edge of the material conveying track 1 respectively, thereby ensuring smooth transition of the waste material between the two, while reducing the impact on the entire automation system.

[0048] For example, the buffer transition plate 22 can be designed in an adjustable inclination angle form to adapt to different height differences. Specifically, the buffer transition plate 22 is composed of a metal frame and a flexible gasket, and is fixed at both ends to the bottom of the return chute 5 and the side wall of the material conveying track 1 through rotatable bolts, thereby ensuring stability and functionality. The buffer transition plate 22 can be further embedded with rubber or spring devices inside to enhance energy absorption performance, thereby meeting the shock absorption requirements of the system.

[0049] As shown, Figure 1 In one embodiment, the inner wall of the collection box 6 of the crucible press automation system of the present application is provided with a micro-vibration generator 23. Specifically, the micro-vibration generator 23 is installed on the inner wall of the collection box 6 and is fixedly connected through fasteners or adhesives to avoid displacement during operation. The micro-vibration generator 23 is usually composed of a shell, a vibration unit, and a circuit control module, wherein the vibration unit can adopt an electromagnetic or eccentric wheel structure to generate periodic vibration. The electrical connection between the micro-vibration generator 23 and the collection box 6 is completed through a lead wire to access the main control circuit of the system. Since the micro-vibration generator 23 is directly located on the inner wall of the collection box 6, it can provide high-frequency slight vibration to the inner surface of the box when the finished product enters.

[0050] For example, the micro-vibration generator 23 can be arranged close to the collection port to enhance the anti-sticking effect. Technically, precise control can be achieved by adding a vibration parameter adjustment module in the control system, so that the micro-vibration generator 23 is only started at the moment of material arrival and maintained for a certain period of time. This arrangement and structure can ensure smooth falling of the finished product to the designated area, while improving the automation smoothness of the entire system.

[0051] As shown, Figure 1As shown, in one embodiment, the material conveying track 1 of the crucible press automation system of the present application is installed by means of an integral frame. Specifically, the integral frame of the track is designed to match and fit into a specially provided foundation fixing groove 24. This foundation fixing groove 24 is usually a concrete structure or other stable base material for firmly nesting and bearing the integral frame of the material conveying track 1. This installation method not only ensures that the relative height of the track with respect to the surrounding environment is always constant, but also effectively avoids displacement problems caused by vibration or external force. At the same time, by precisely controlling the position and angle of the track frame in the foundation fixing groove 24, the stability of the material during conveying can be ensured.

[0052] For example, the integral frame of the material conveying track 1 and the foundation fixing groove 24 are assembled in a nested manner and are bolted at multiple predetermined fixing points to enhance stability. These fixing points are evenly distributed on the bottom and sides of the frame, further improving the ability of the entire structure to resist deformation. During implementation, the reference surface of the foundation fixing groove 24 can also be adjusted using a level to place the material conveying track 1 in the ideal height and inclination state.

[0053] Specifically, the foundation fixing groove 24 can be prefabricated according to the actual size during the construction phase, and the track frame can be directly embedded into the groove and then filled with high-strength cement to fill the gaps. At the same time, special calibration tools are used during fixing to confirm that the position accuracy of the track frame with respect to the material pushing mechanism 2 and other components meets the design standards.

[0054] In actual operation, when the device is in use, the material is placed on the material conveying track 1 and the levelness is adjusted by the adjustable support feet 11 to ensure smooth conveying, the shock-absorbing cushion layer 12 can alleviate the impact force during conveying, and the lubrication groove 13 effectively reduces frictional resistance to reduce the occurrence of material jamming. The material pushing mechanism 2 pushes the material from the material conveying track 1 to the press station and cooperates with the positioning baffle 3 to ensure accurate alignment of the material. Then, the pressing slider 4 applies pressure to the material to complete the molding operation. In this process, the excess waste is returned to the designated area through the return chute 5 for subsequent processing. Finally, the finished product after pressing is transferred from one end of the material conveying track 1 to the collection box 6 for storage, realizing the entire automated pressing process.

[0055] The above specific embodiments further illustrate the purpose, technical solutions and beneficial effects of the embodiments of the present disclosure. It should be understood that the above description is only a specific embodiment of the present disclosure and is not intended to limit the protection scope of the present disclosure. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the embodiments of the present disclosure should be included in the protection scope of the embodiments of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A crucible press automation system, characterized by, Comprising: a material conveying track (1) for conveying material to be processed, wherein the material conveying track (1) has adjustable support feet (11), is provided with a shock-absorbing cushion (12) to buffer impact forces and is equipped with lubrication grooves (13) to increase smoothness to reduce the phenomenon of material jamming; a pushing mechanism (2) connected to the material conveying track (1) for pushing the material from the material conveying track (1) into the press station; a positioning baffle (3) provided at the end of the material conveying track (1) and cooperating with the pushing mechanism (2); a pressing slide (4) arranged opposite to the positioning baffle (3); a material return chute (5) for returning excess waste material to a designated area; a collection box (6) connected to one end of the material conveying track (1), wherein the end of the material conveying track (1) is connected with a buffer transition plate (22), and the material return chute (5) is located below the buffer transition plate (22).

2. A crucible press automation system according to claim 1, wherein: The adjustable support feet (11) have a screw lifting mechanism (15) that can be adjusted in height by manual rotation.

3. A crucible press automation system as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The shock-absorbing cushion (12) is made of multiple layers of elastic material and filled with an adhesive layer (16) between each layer.

4. A crucible press automation system as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The lubrication grooves (13) are provided with an automatic lubricating device (17) that can automatically replenish lubricant.

5. A crucible press automation system as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The pushing mechanism (2) is equipped with an anti-deviation guide rod (19).

6. A crucible press automation system as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The pressing slide (4) is provided with a dynamic balancer (21) at the lower part to correct the level and reduce disturbance to the material conveying track (1).

7. A crucible press automation system as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The inner wall of the collection box (6) is provided with a micro-vibration generator (23) to prevent jamming by vibration when the finished product enters.

8. A crucible press automation system as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The overall frame of the material conveying track (1) is installed in the foundation fixed groove (24).

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