Cylinder pneumatic conveying pipeline shunting device

By combining a pneumatic transfer platform with an obstruction detection sensor, the problems of difficult speed adjustment and high cost of traditional merging/diverting elevators are solved, realizing efficient and automated material transfer between the transport line and the diversion line, improving production efficiency and reducing the risk of material damage.

CN224132159UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17HUZHOU ZHONGYOU INTELLIGENT EQUIP TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUZHOU ZHONGYOU INTELLIGENT EQUIP TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-02-18
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

Traditional merging/diverting elevators are difficult to adjust speed at different stages of motion, have large braking distance errors, are costly, have limited adaptability to different loads, and have complex motor structures that are also costly.

Method used

By combining a pneumatic transfer table with an obstruction detection sensor, the material is automatically transferred between the transport line and the diversion line. The material is tilted and transferred by a cylinder, and the transfer path is optimized by rotating rollers and pneumatic push rods to reduce friction and resistance.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid and automated material transfer between the transport line and the distribution line, improving production efficiency, reducing the risk of material damage, enhancing the versatility and adaptability of the equipment, and saving space.

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Abstract

According to the barrel pneumatic conveying pipeline flow dividing device provided by the utility model, the quick transfer of materials between a conveying line and a flow dividing line is realized through the arrangement of the pneumatic transfer table; when materials reach the obstacle detection sensor on the conveying line, the pneumatic transfer table can respond quickly to transfer the materials from the conveying line to the shunting line, so that stagnation of the materials in the conveying process is avoided, and the overall conveying efficiency is improved; the design of the pneumatic transfer table enables the pneumatic transfer table to horizontally extend in the conveying direction of the conveying line, and a vertical height difference exists between the pneumatic transfer table and the shunting line. By means of the design, the flow dividing device can flexibly adapt to conveying lines of different heights, and the universality and adaptability of the device are enhanced; through the obstacle detection sensor, automatic control over material conveying is achieved; when the sensor detects the materials, the pneumatic transfer table is automatically started to complete the transfer action of the materials, manual intervention is not needed, and the automation level of the production process is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of logistics equipment conveyor technology, specifically a cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipeline diversion device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, merging / diverting hoists are mainly used for lifting or lowering goods with small height differences. They can support multiple inlets or outlets simultaneously, performing both lifting and diverting of goods. Traditional merging / diverting hoists, due to their unsuitability for very small height differences between inlets and outlets, have eliminated the receiving structure compared to floor hoists, instead using a brake motor for stopping. Because the brake motor uses brake pads for friction braking, the braking torque is essentially constant. Therefore, the braking distance is directly proportional to the load, and the faster the speed, the greater the error in braking distance. Generally, to reduce this error, it is often necessary to replace it with a high-power motor with a larger braking torque or a specially designed motor, which significantly increases costs.

[0003] Meanwhile, the current merging / diverting elevators use a motor-chain lifting system. Since the motor speed is constant, adjusting its speed requires a frequency converter or a gearbox. If different speeds are desired at different stages of the merging / diverting elevator's movement, a CNC frequency converter or an automatic transmission is needed, both of which are relatively expensive.

[0004] To address this, the existing technical solution disclosed in patent number 2009202970990 is a pneumatic high-speed merging / diverting elevator, particularly relating to a frame. The frame houses a lifting power unit and a horizontal power tray device. The frame has an inlet and an outlet. The lifting power unit consists of a cylinder, a guide rod, and a floating device. A slide is connected to the guide rod and rigidly connected to the horizontal power tray device. The cylinder is connected to the floating device, which in turn is connected to the horizontal power tray device. The cylinder is connected to a matching pneumatic system. The horizontal power tray device includes a bracket with an electric roller mounted on it, and a belt wound around the electric roller. However, the above technical solution has the following drawbacks:

[0005] While a structure employing a shock absorber can provide additional drag as the cylinder piston approaches its end point, this setup remains costly and has limited adaptability to different loads. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipeline diversion device.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipeline diversion device, comprising: a diversion conveying frame, a conveying line provided on the diversion conveying frame, an obstruction detection sensor provided at the discharge port of the conveying line, a pneumatic transfer platform provided at the obstruction detection sensor, the pneumatic transfer platform extending horizontally along the conveying direction of the conveying line and connected to the conveying line, a diversion line perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveying line in the same horizontal plane on the diversion conveying frame, and a vertical height difference between the diversion line and the pneumatic transfer platform, the pneumatic transfer platform being pushed by a provided cylinder to form a discharge platform inclined towards the diversion line, the end face of the pneumatic transfer platform abutting against the end wall of the conveying line and the conveying line, and rotating rollers rotatably arranged on the pneumatic transfer platform.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of this application, the pneumatic transfer table includes: a mounting frame, one end of which is mounted on the end of the transport line and the other end of which is mounted on the end of the conveyor line; the rotation direction of the rotating roller is consistent with the conveying direction of the transport line; and a cylinder is disposed at the bottom of the mounting frame to drive the mounting frame to tilt toward the diversion line.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this application, the mounting bracket is further provided with a pneumatic push rod that moves toward the direction of the flow line.

[0010] Furthermore, the mounting bracket is provided with a rotating wheel at one end near the distribution line, and the rotating wheel is in the same direction as the transmission of the distribution line.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this application, an adjustable lifting rod is provided at the discharge end of the conveyor line, and the lifting rod is a pneumatic telescopic rod.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this application, the obstruction detection sensor includes an infrared emitter and an infrared receiver, which are respectively fixed to the top of the corresponding lifting rod.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipeline diversion device provided in this application realizes the rapid transfer of materials between the conveying line and the diversion line through the setting of the pneumatic transfer platform; when the material reaches the obstruction detection sensor on the conveying line, the pneumatic transfer platform can respond quickly and transfer the material from the conveying line to the diversion line, avoiding the stagnation of materials during the conveying process and improving the overall conveying efficiency; the design of the pneumatic transfer platform allows it to extend horizontally along the conveying direction of the conveying line and has a vertical height difference with the diversion line; this design allows the diversion device to flexibly adapt to conveying lines of different heights, enhancing the versatility and adaptability of the device; through the combined use of the obstruction detection sensor and the pneumatic transfer platform, the automated control of material conveying is realized; when the sensor detects material, the pneumatic transfer platform automatically starts and completes the material transfer action without manual intervention, improving the automation level of the production process. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Other features, objects, and advantages of this invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of non-limiting embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the installation position of the rotating wheel in this utility model.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Diversion conveyor; 2. Conveyor line; 3. Obstruction detection sensor; 31. Infrared transmitter; 32. Infrared receiver; 4. Pneumatic transfer table; 41. Mounting frame; 42. Rotating roller; 43. Cylinder; 5. Pneumatic push rod; 6. Lifting rod; 7. Rotating wheel; 8. Conveyor line; 9. Diversion line. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0020] like Figure 1-3As shown, a pneumatic conveying pipeline diversion device for cylindrical containers includes: a diversion conveying frame 1, a conveying line 2 on the diversion conveying frame 1, an obstruction detection sensor 3 at the discharge port of the conveying line 2, a pneumatic transfer platform 4 at the obstruction detection sensor 3, the pneumatic transfer platform 4 extending horizontally along the conveying direction of the conveying line 2 and connected to a conveying line 8, and a diversion line 9 perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveying line 2 on the diversion conveying frame 1, with a vertical height difference between the diversion line 9 and the pneumatic transfer platform 4. That is, the pneumatic transfer platform 4, located on the diversion conveying frame 1 and between the conveying lines 2, enables the transfer of materials and the connection between the conveying lines. The pneumatic transfer platform 4 is pushed by a cylinder 43 and forms a shape towards the diversion line. A 9-inch inclined unloading platform is provided. A cylinder 43 is located at the bottom of the pneumatic transfer platform 4 near the diversion line 9. The end of the pneumatic transfer platform 4 opposite to the cylinder 43 is rotatably mounted on the diversion conveyor frame 1. The cylinder 43 is initially set to extend outwards, and the pneumatic transfer platform 4 extends outwards from the side facing the diversion line 9 to the outside of the transport line 2 and the conveyor line 8 (extending at least 1 / 3 of its end face length). When it is necessary to push the material to the diversion line 9, the cylinder 43 retracts its piston downwards to form an inclined surface of the pneumatic transfer platform 4 facing the diversion line 9. The end face of the pneumatic transfer platform 4 abuts against the end wall of the transport line 2 and the conveyor line 8. Rotating rollers 42 are rotatably arranged on the pneumatic transfer platform 4. The rotating rollers 42 are cylindrical, and the conveying and diversion device provided in this application can also be applied to the conveying and transporting of cylindrical equipment.

[0021] Working principle: Material detection and start-up:

[0022] As the material moves forward on conveyor line 2, the obstruction detection sensor 3 monitors the material's position in real time. When the sensor detects that the material has reached the designated position, it sends a signal to the control system, which then activates the pneumatic transfer table 4 upon receiving the signal.

[0023] Material transfer:

[0024] The pneumatic transfer table 4, propelled by the cylinder 43, forms a feeding platform inclined towards the diversion line 9. At this time, the end face of the pneumatic transfer table 4 abuts against the end walls of the transport line 2 and the conveyor line 8, ensuring that the material can be smoothly transferred from the transport line 2 to the pneumatic transfer table 4. Simultaneously, the rotation of the rotating roller 42 reduces the friction and resistance of the material during the transfer process.

[0025] Material is conveyed to distribution line 9:

[0026] As the pneumatic transfer table 4 tilts, the material slides along the unloading platform towards the diversion line 9 under the force of gravity and the push of the cylinder 43. Since the diversion line 9 is perpendicular to the transport line 2 in the same horizontal plane, the material can smoothly transition onto the diversion line 9 and continue to be conveyed forward.

[0027] Reset and wait:

[0028] After the material is successfully transferred to the diversion line 9, the pneumatic transfer table 4 returns to its initial position under the control of the control system, awaiting the arrival of the next batch of material. Simultaneously, the obstruction detection sensor 3 continues to monitor the material status on the transport line 2, ensuring the continuity and stability of the entire conveying process.

[0029] In summary, this cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipeline diversion device, through its ingenious design, achieves efficient and automated material transfer between transport line 2 and diversion line 9, improving production efficiency, reducing the risk of material damage, and saving space.

[0030] This technical solution uses a mounting frame 41 to mount one end of the rotating roller 42 at the end of the transport line 2 and the other end at the end of the conveyor line 8, ensuring a smooth transition of materials during transfer. Simultaneously, the rotation direction of the rotating roller 42 is consistent with the conveying direction of the transport line 2, which helps reduce friction and resistance during material transfer and improves transfer efficiency. The pneumatic transfer table 4 includes a mounting frame 41, with one end mounted at the end of the transport line 2 and the other end at the end of the conveyor line 8, allowing materials to be smoothly transferred from the transport line 2 to the pneumatic transfer table 4 and then further transferred to the conveyor line 8, achieving smooth material transfer. The rotation direction of the rotating roller 42 is consistent with the conveying direction of the transport line 2. A cylinder 43 is located at the bottom of the mounting frame 41 to tilt the mounting frame 41 towards the diversion line 9 to optimize the transfer path and reduce resistance.

[0031] The mounting frame 41 is also equipped with a pneumatic pusher 5 that moves in the direction of the flow divider 9, further enhancing the transfer capacity of the pneumatic transfer table 4. The pneumatic pusher 5 can move in the direction of the flow divider 9, pushing the material to transition more smoothly onto the flow divider 9, reducing the jamming and accumulation of material during the transfer process.

[0032] The mounting frame 41 is equipped with a rotating wheel 7 at one end near the diversion line 9, allowing the mounting frame 41 to more flexibly adapt to the transmission direction of the diversion line 9 when transferring materials. This helps reduce the impact and vibration of materials during the transfer process, improving the smoothness of the transfer. The rotating wheel 7 is aligned with the transmission direction of the diversion line 9, and through the buffering effect of the rotating wheel 7, it reduces the impact and vibration of materials on the mounting frame 41 during the transfer process, helping to protect the materials and the transfer equipment.

[0033] The installation of the obstruction detection sensor 3 provides flexible position adjustment space. By adjusting the height of the lifting rod 6, the detection range and accuracy of the sensor can be optimized, the accuracy of material detection can be improved, and the height of the obstruction detector can be adjusted according to different materials. The lifting rod 6 is set at the discharge end of the actual conveyor line 2.

[0034] The obstruction detection sensor 3 includes an infrared emitter 31 and an infrared receiver 32. The infrared emitter 31 and the infrared receiver 32 are respectively fixed on the top of the corresponding lifting rod 6. The infrared receiver has the advantages of high detection sensitivity, fast response speed and strong anti-interference ability, and can accurately and reliably detect the presence and position of materials.

[0035] This application is mainly used for diverting and conveying material boxes of different sizes. It uses an obstruction sensor to detect the product. If the material box is lower than the obstruction sensor, the pneumatic platform is tilted. (This detection is controlled by an external controller. Since the conveying speed of the diverting conveyor 1 is consistent, and the material box conveying in this embodiment is set to uniform speed interval quantitative conveying, the controller can calculate the time it takes for the material to reach the pneumatic transfer table 4 by measuring the rotation speed of the servo motor on the diverting conveyor 1 through an encoder. Each time the obstruction sensor detects a material box, it records the data in the controller and restarts the timing. The controller determines whether the material box has been conveyed to the pneumatic transfer table 4 based on the recorded time. If the obstruction sensor does not detect the material box, the pneumatic push rod 5 in this embodiment is normally in a retracted state, and the piston rod end face of the pneumatic push rod 5 can be set as an inclined surface during actual operation. This embodiment mainly shows a flat piston rod, with the inclined surface tilted towards the conveyor line 8 and its cross-section enlarged. When the controller determines based on the timing, it controls the pneumatic push rod 5 to extend, so that the material slides into the diverting line 9.)

[0036] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A drum pneumatic conveying pipeline flow splitting device, characterized by, include: A diversion conveyor frame (1) is provided with a conveyor line (2). An obstruction detection sensor (3) is provided at the discharge port of the conveyor line (2). A pneumatic transfer table (4) is provided at the obstruction detection sensor (3). The pneumatic transfer table (4) extends horizontally along the conveying direction of the conveyor line (2) and is connected to a conveyor line (8). A diversion line (9) perpendicular to the conveying direction of the conveyor line (2) is also provided on the diversion conveyor frame (1). At the same time, there is a vertical height difference between the diversion line (9) and the pneumatic transfer table (4). The pneumatic transfer table (4) is pushed by a cylinder (43) and forms a discharge platform inclined towards the diversion line (9). The end face of the pneumatic transfer table (4) abuts against the end wall of the conveyor line (2) and the conveyor line (8). Rotating rollers (42) are arranged on the pneumatic transfer table (4).

2. A cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipe flow splitter according to claim 1, characterised in that The pneumatic transfer table (4) includes: a mounting frame (41), one end of which is mounted on the end of the transport line (2) and the other end is mounted on the end of the conveyor line (8); the rotation direction of the rotating roller (42) is consistent with the conveying direction of the transport line (2); the cylinder (43) is located at the bottom of the mounting frame (41) to drive the mounting frame (41) to tilt toward the diversion line (9).

3. The cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipeline diversion device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The mounting bracket (41) is also provided with a pneumatic push rod (5) that moves toward the conveying direction of the split line (9).

4. A cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipe flow splitter according to claim 3, characterised in that The mounting bracket (41) has a rotating wheel (7) at one end near the diversion line (9), and the rotating wheel (7) is in the same direction as the transmission of the diversion line (9).

5. A cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipe flow diverging device according to claim 1, characterized in that The discharge end of the transport line (2) is provided with an adjustable lifting rod (6).

6. A cylindrical pneumatic conveying pipe flow splitter according to claim 5, wherein, The obstruction detection sensor (3) includes an infrared transmitter (31) and an infrared receiver (32), which are respectively fixed to the top of the corresponding lifting rod (6).