Combined type suction cup fork tooth feeding and discharging device

By designing a composite suction cup fork tooth loading and unloading device, utilizing spring buffering and motor-driven gear transmission, combined with electrical and pneumatic control, the problems of unstable suction and uneven fork tooth movement in laser cutting machine loading and unloading equipment are solved, achieving efficient and safe sheet material loading and unloading operations.

CN224171979UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28BYSTRONIC (SHANGHAI) AUTOMATION TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
BYSTRONIC (SHANGHAI) AUTOMATION TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-27
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

Existing automated loading and unloading equipment for laser cutting machines suffers from limited adsorption capacity and poor stability, making it unable to reliably adsorb and transfer the sheet metal to the designated processing area. The guide transmission accuracy of the unloading device is not high, and the opening and closing action of the fork teeth is not smooth enough, resulting in low unloading efficiency and inaccurate positioning of finished sheet metal.

Method used

A composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device was designed. The device uses a spring-buffered suction cup to contact the board material, and a motor-driven gear drives the rack to achieve horizontal movement of the fork teeth. Combined with an electrical control box and a pneumatic control system, the device realizes the suction and opening and closing actions of the fork teeth, thereby improving the suction stability and transmission accuracy of the fork teeth.

Benefits of technology

It improves the automation and safety of sheet metal processing, reduces the workload of workers, and increases production efficiency and the unloading accuracy of finished sheets.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a combined type suction cup fork tooth feeding and discharging device which comprises a supporting frame, the lower portion of a connecting rod is fixedly connected with a fork tooth supporting frame, a plurality of suction cup installation frames arranged in a matrix mode are arranged below the supporting frame, a plurality of connecting pipes arranged at equal intervals are connected to the suction cup installation frames in an inserted mode, suction cups are arranged below the connecting pipes, and the suction cups are connected with the connecting pipes in an inserted mode. Fixing frames are arranged on the two sides of the lower portion of the prong supporting frame, a prong mounting frame is arranged on the sides, away from the prong supporting frame, of the fixing frames, prongs distributed at equal intervals are arranged on the sides, close to the fixing frames, of the prong mounting frame, a motor is arranged on one side of the upper portion of the prong supporting frame, and a rack meshed with the gear is arranged on the prong mounting frame. The feeding and discharging device is simple in structure and high in automation degree, the functions of feeding, discharging and the like are integrated, switching of multiple devices is not needed, the production efficiency is improved, the workload of workers is reduced, and meanwhile the safety of plate machining is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of material loading and unloading technology, and in particular to a composite suction cup fork tooth loading and unloading device. Background Technology

[0002] In the sheet metal processing of laser cutting machines, manual loading and unloading methods have many drawbacks. The manual loading and unloading process is cumbersome, with each action taking a long time, severely impacting production efficiency and failing to meet the demands of modern high-efficiency production. Furthermore, manual operation carries low safety risks; operators face the risk of being scratched or injured by the sheet metal during frequent handling, posing significant safety hazards. Existing automated loading and unloading equipment also has obvious shortcomings when used with laser cutting machines. Some loading devices have limited suction capacity and poor stability, failing to reliably suction and transfer the sheet metal to the designated processing area. Unloading devices often employ a single structure; double-fork unloading devices have low guiding transmission precision, and the fork teeth opening and closing action is not smooth enough, resulting in low unloading efficiency and inaccurate positioning of finished sheet metal. Therefore, we propose a composite suction cup fork tooth loading and unloading device. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention provides a composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device. This invention solves the significant shortcomings of existing automated loading and unloading equipment when used in conjunction with laser cutting machines. Some loading devices have limited suction capacity and poor stability, failing to reliably suction and transfer the sheet metal to the designated processing area. Unloading devices often employ a single structure, and double-fork unloading devices suffer from low guiding transmission accuracy and unstable fork opening and closing action, resulting in low unloading efficiency and inaccurate positioning of finished sheet metal.

[0004] This utility model discloses a composite suction cup fork tooth loading and unloading device, comprising a support frame, four connecting rods arranged in a matrix below the support frame, the connecting rods being fixedly connected to the fork tooth support frame below the support frame, multiple suction cup mounting frames arranged in a matrix below the support frame, multiple equidistant connecting tubes inserted into the suction cup mounting frames, suction cups being provided below the connecting tubes, and springs being sleeved between the connecting tubes and the suction cups. Fixed frames are provided on both sides below the fork tooth support frame, with a fork tooth mounting frame located on the side of the fixed frame away from the fork tooth support frame, and equidistantly arranged fork teeth on the side of the fork tooth mounting frame closer to the fixed frame. A motor is provided on one side above the fork tooth support frame, the motor's rotation shaft passing through the fork tooth support frame and fixedly connected to a gear. A rack is provided on the fork tooth mounting frame to mesh with the gear, and two racks are arranged centrally symmetrically about the gear.

[0005] In the above scheme, the fixing frame is provided with a limiting groove that matches the fork tooth.

[0006] In the above scheme, the fork tooth mounting bracket is provided with a slider on the side near the rack, and the fork tooth support bracket is provided with a guide rail that matches the slider.

[0007] In the above scheme, the fixing frame is provided with a detection switch assembly at the end near the rack.

[0008] In the above scheme, a vacuum pump assembly is provided in the upper center of the support frame.

[0009] In the above scheme, an electrical control box is provided on the side of the support frame away from the rack.

[0010] In the above scheme, a pneumatic control system is provided on one side of the electrical control box.

[0011] The advantages and beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model provides a composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device. When the suction cup adsorbs the board, the spring force can buffer the impact force between the suction cup and the board. The motor drives the gear to rotate, and the rack meshing with the gear can move back and forth in the horizontal direction under the drive of the gear. The rack drives the fork tooth mounting frame to move, and through the transmission of the fork tooth mounting frame, the fork teeth also move accordingly. The two fork tooth mounting frames move in opposite directions, so the processed board can be transported by the gripping fork of the fork teeth. The loading and unloading device controls the movement of the motor through the electrical control box to realize the opening and closing action of the double fork teeth, and the pneumatic control system controls the suction of the suction cup to realize the gripping of raw materials. This loading and unloading device has a simple structure, high degree of automation, and integrates loading and unloading functions. It does not require switching between multiple devices, improves production efficiency, reduces the workload of workers, and improves the safety of board processing. Attached Figure Description

[0012] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the fork tooth contraction structure of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded fork tooth structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a left view of the unfolded fork tooth of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of part A of the present invention.

[0017] In the diagram: 1. Support frame; 2. Connecting rod; 3. Fork tooth support frame; 4. Suction cup mounting frame; 5. Connecting pipe; 6. Suction cup; 7. Spring; 8. Fixing frame; 9. Fork tooth mounting frame; 10. Fork tooth; 11. Motor; 12. Gear; 13. Rack; 14. Slider; 15. Guide rail; 16. Detection switch assembly; 17. Vacuum pump assembly; 18. Electrical control box; 19. Pneumatic control system. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0019] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this utility model is a composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device, including a support frame 1. Four connecting rods 2 arranged in a matrix are located below the support frame 1. The connecting rods 2 are fixedly connected to a fork-tooth support frame 3. Multiple suction cup mounting frames 4 arranged in a matrix are located below the support frame 1. Multiple connecting tubes 5 arranged at equal intervals are inserted into the suction cup mounting frames 4. Suction cups 6 are located below the connecting tubes 5. A spring 7 is sleeved between the suction cup mounting frame 4 and the suction cup 6 on the connecting tube 5. Both ends of the spring 7 are fixedly connected to the suction cup mounting frame 4 and the suction cup 6, respectively. The connecting tube 5 is movably connected to the suction cup mounting frame 4, allowing it to move vertically on the suction cup mounting frame 4. When the suction cup 6 adsorbs the material, the spring force of the spring 7 buffers the impact force between the suction cup 6 and the material. Fixed frames 8 are provided on both sides below the fork-tooth support frame 3. A fork tooth mounting bracket 9 is provided on the side of the fixed frame 8 away from the fork tooth support bracket 3. The fork tooth mounting bracket 9 is provided on the side of the fixed frame 8 with fork teeth 10 arranged at equal intervals. A motor 11 is provided on the upper side of the fork tooth support bracket 3. The rotating shaft of the motor 11 passes through the fork tooth support bracket 3 and is fixedly connected to the gear 12. The fork tooth mounting bracket 9 is provided with a rack 13 that meshes with the gear 12. The two racks 13 are arranged symmetrically about the gear 12. When the motor 11 is working, the motor 11 drives the gear 12 to rotate. The racks 13 that mesh with the gear 12 can move back and forth in the horizontal direction under the drive of the gear 12. The racks 13 drive the fork tooth mounting bracket 9 to move. Through the transmission of the fork tooth mounting bracket 9, the fork teeth 10 also move. The two fork tooth mounting brackets 9 move in opposite directions, so the processed plate can be transported by the gripping fork of the fork teeth 10.

[0020] The fixing frame 8 is provided with a limiting groove that matches the fork tooth 10. The limiting groove can limit and support the end of the fork tooth 10 away from the fixing frame 8, thereby effectively improving the support stability of the fork tooth 10.

[0021] The fork mounting bracket 9 is provided with a slider 14 on the side near the rack 13. The fork support bracket 3 is provided with a guide rail 15 that matches the slider 14. The slider 14 can slide on the guide rail 15. Through the cooperation between the slider 14 and the guide rail 15, the movement stability of the fork mounting bracket 9 is effectively improved.

[0022] The fixing frame 8 is provided with a detection switch assembly 16 at the end near the rack 13. The detection switch assembly 16 is a vision detection module that can determine whether there is material in the area or whether the board is bent or tilted.

[0023] The support frame 1 is provided with a vacuum pump assembly 17 at the upper center, which provides a stable negative pressure suction for the suction cup 6.

[0024] An electrical control box 18 is provided on the side of the support frame 1 away from the rack 13. The electrical control box 18 contains electrical control components, including terminals, control modules, cables and other components. The working status of the loading and unloading device can be controlled through the electrical control box 18.

[0025] The electrical control box 18 is equipped with a pneumatic control system 19 on one side. The electrical control box 18 is equipped with a suction cup control solenoid valve group and a nozzle blowing, vibrator and other control solenoid valve units.

[0026] Specifically, in this utility model, the two ends of the spring 7 are fixedly connected to the suction cup mounting frame 4 and the suction cup 6 respectively, and the connecting tube 5 is movably connected to the suction cup mounting frame 4. The connecting tube 5 can move vertically on the suction cup mounting frame 4. When the suction cup 6 adsorbs the board, the spring force of the spring 7 can buffer the impact force between the suction cup 6 and the board. When the motor 11 is working, the motor 11 drives the gear 12 to rotate. The rack 13 meshing with the gear 12 can move horizontally and reciprocate under the drive of the gear 12. The rack 13 drives the fork mounting frame 9 to move. Through the transmission of the fork mounting frame 9, the fork 10 also moves. The two fork mounting frames 9 move in opposite directions, so the fork 10 can be used to transport the processed board. The loading and unloading device controls the movement of the motor 11 through the electrical control box 18 to realize the opening and closing action of the double fork 10. The pneumatic control system 19 controls the adsorption of the suction cup 6 to realize the gripping of raw materials.

[0027] During the loading process, the automated loading and unloading device moves to the loading area, uses suction cup 6 to pick up the board, and carries the board to the processing area. After arriving at the processing area, the loading and unloading device releases the suction cup 6 and places the board. After the raw material is processed, the finished board is picked up by the fork 10 and sent to the finished product table or designated area.

[0028] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device, comprising a support frame (1), characterized in that, The support frame (1) has four matrix-arranged connecting rods (2) below it. The connecting rods (2) are fixedly connected to the fork tooth support frame (3) below it. The support frame (1) has multiple matrix-arranged suction cup mounting frames (4) below it. Multiple equally spaced connecting tubes (5) are inserted into the suction cup mounting frames (4). A suction cup (6) is located below the connecting tube (5). A spring (7) is sleeved between the connecting tube (5) and the suction cup (6). Fixing frames (8) are provided on both sides below the fork tooth support frame (3). The fixed frame (8) is provided with a fork tooth mounting frame (9) on the side away from the fork tooth support frame (3). The fork tooth mounting frame (9) is provided with fork teeth (10) arranged at equal intervals on the side close to the fixed frame (8). A motor (11) is provided on the upper side of the fork tooth support frame (3). The rotating shaft of the motor (11) passes through the fork tooth support frame (3) and is fixedly connected to the gear (12). The fork tooth mounting frame (9) is provided with a rack (13) that meshes with the gear (12). The two racks (13) are arranged in a centrally symmetrical manner with the gear (12) as the center.

2. The composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing frame (8) is provided with a limiting groove that matches the fork tooth (10).

3. The composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fork mounting bracket (9) has a slider (14) on the side near the rack (13), and the fork support bracket (3) has a guide rail (15) that matches the slider (14).

4. The composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting bracket (8) is provided with a detection switch assembly (16) at the end near the rack (13).

5. The composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A vacuum pump assembly (17) is provided at the upper center of the support frame (1).

6. The composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device according to claim 1, characterized in that, An electrical control box (18) is provided on the side of the support frame (1) away from the rack (13).

7. The composite suction cup fork-tooth loading and unloading device according to claim 6, characterized in that, A pneumatic control system (19) is provided on one side of the electrical control box (18).