Novel sorting machine with narrow-band structure

By designing a new narrow-band structure and drive components, the problem of slippage of light and small goods in the sorting machine has been solved, achieving stable transportation and efficient sorting, and improving the transportation and sorting efficiency of the sorting machine.

CN224181392UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01SHENZHEN SEAGEN TECH
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHENZHEN SEAGEN TECH
Filing Date
2025-01-14
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

In existing sorting machines, the narrow belt structure causes small and light items to slip on the rollers, resulting in transport stall and reducing the transport and sorting efficiency of the sorting machine.

Method used

The sorting machine adopts a new narrow belt structure. Through the combination design of conveyor belt and baffles, it achieves stable transportation of goods and controls the rotation direction of the narrow belt through the drive component to ensure that the goods are accurately sorted to the designated port.

Benefits of technology

It improves the smoothness of transporting light and small goods and the fluidity of the sorting machine, enhances the transport and sorting efficiency of the sorting machine, reduces the probability of goods damage, and improves the stability and assembly efficiency of the equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a novel sorting machine of narrow band structure relates to logistics sorting technical field, including frame, drive subassembly, transport subassembly and sorting subassembly, be equipped with first sorting mouth, second sorting mouth and third sorting mouth on the frame, drive subassembly includes the first drive subassembly and second drive subassembly both installed on the frame, the transport subassembly is equipped with the third sorting mouth, and the third sorting mouth is equipped with the third sorting mouth. The conveying assembly comprises a plurality of roller sets, a sorting assembly is arranged between every two adjacent roller sets and comprises a first sorting wheel, a second sorting wheel and a narrow belt, the first sorting wheel and the second sorting wheel are rotationally connected to the rack, the first sorting wheel and the second sorting wheel are sleeved with the narrow belt, the first sorting wheel is in transmission connection with the second driving assembly, and the second driving assembly is in transmission connection with the conveying assembly. A blocking strip is arranged on the narrow belt and drives objects on the conveying belt to the first sorting opening or the second sorting opening. According to the technical scheme, the conveying efficiency of the sorting machine is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of logistics sorting, and in particular to a new type of sorting machine with a narrow strip structure. Background Technology

[0002] The existing technical solution involves directly transporting goods via rollers, with a narrow belt structure set between two adjacent rollers. However, this setup can easily cause goods to slip on the rollers, especially lighter goods, leading to loss of speed during transport. This reduces the smoothness of the sorting machine's transport and consequently reduces its transport efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this invention is to propose a new type of narrow-band sorting machine, which aims to improve the transportation efficiency of the sorting machine.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention proposes a novel narrow-band sorting machine, comprising:

[0005] A frame, wherein the frame is provided with a first sorting port, a second sorting port and a third sorting port;

[0006] A drive assembly, comprising a first drive assembly and a second drive assembly both mounted on the rack;

[0007] A transport assembly, comprising multiple sets of roller groups, each set including a driving roller, a driven roller, and a conveyor belt, the conveyor belt being fitted over the driving roller and the driven roller, both the driving roller and the driven roller being rotatably connected to the frame, and multiple driving rollers being drively connected to the first drive assembly; and

[0008] A sorting assembly is provided between two adjacent sets of rollers. The sorting assembly includes a first sorting wheel, a second sorting wheel, and a narrow belt. The first sorting wheel and the second sorting wheel are rotatably connected to the frame. The narrow belt is sleeved on the first sorting wheel and the second sorting wheel. At least one of the first sorting wheels is drivenly connected to the second drive assembly. The narrow belt is provided with a stop bar, which drives the items on the conveyor belt to the first sorting port or the second sorting port.

[0009] In one embodiment, the baffle protrudes from the conveyor belt, and the narrow strip is flush with the conveyor belt, or the narrow strip is located below the conveyor belt.

[0010] In one embodiment, the baffle is provided in two sets, the two sets of baffles are symmetrically arranged, and one set of baffles includes a plurality of baffles arranged at intervals.

[0011] In one embodiment, the new narrow-band sorting machine further includes a position sensor, and a detection slot is provided on the frame, the detection slot being located near the third sorting port, and the position sensor being installed in the detection slot.

[0012] In one embodiment, the new narrow-band structure sorting machine further includes a movable bolt. The frame is provided with a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole. The second mounting hole is located near the third sorting port. Two adjacent sorting machines of the new narrow-band structure are installed with the first mounting hole and the corresponding second mounting hole through the movable bolt.

[0013] In one embodiment, the sorting machine with the novel narrow strip structure further includes mounting bolts, which are mounted on the frame. The movable bolt has a rotating hole, and the movable bolt is rotatably connected to the mounting bolt through the rotating hole.

[0014] In one embodiment, the sorting machine with the novel narrow strip structure further includes multiple baffles and multiple mounting frames, with at least one mounting frame installed at both the first sorting port and the second sorting port, and at least one baffle provided on the mounting frame.

[0015] In one embodiment, the sorting machine with the novel narrow strip structure further includes a telescopic rod, which includes a first telescopic rod and a second telescopic rod. The first telescopic rod is mounted on the frame. Both the first telescopic rod and the second telescopic rod are provided with a support protrusion. The first telescopic rod is provided with an adjustment protrusion. The second telescopic rod is provided with a plurality of adjustment holes spaced apart. The first telescopic rod is movably connected to the second telescopic rod through the adjustment protrusion and the adjustment holes.

[0016] In one embodiment, the first drive assembly includes a first drive motor and a transmission group both mounted on the frame. The first drive motor is drive-connected to the transmission group, and the transmission group is drive-connected to multiple drive rollers.

[0017] In one embodiment, the second drive assembly includes a second drive motor, a transmission rod, a second drive wheel, a second driven wheel, and a second transmission belt. The second drive motor is mounted on the frame and is connected to the second drive wheel. The second transmission belt is sleeved on the second drive wheel and the second driven wheel. The second driven wheel is fixed to the transmission rod. The transmission rod is fixedly connected to the first sorting wheels of the plurality of sorting assemblies.

[0018] In this invention, when goods need to be transported out from the third sorting port, the first drive assembly simultaneously drives all the active rollers to rotate, and then the goods on the conveyor belt are transported to the third sorting port via the conveyor belt. At this time, the second drive assembly does not start, i.e., the narrow belt remains stationary. When goods need to be transported out from the first or second sorting port, the first drive assembly simultaneously drives all the active rollers to rotate, and then the goods on the conveyor belt are transported towards the third sorting port via the conveyor belt. At this time, the second drive assembly starts, thereby driving the narrow belt to rotate, and then the narrow belt transports the goods on the conveyor belt to the first or second sorting port via the baffles. The first and second sorting ports are arranged opposite to each other. The rotation direction of the narrow belt is adjusted by the second drive assembly, thereby adjusting the goods to be transported out from the first or second sorting port. Compared to existing technologies that transport goods directly via rollers, this invention uses a conveyor belt to transport goods. This allows even small and / or small-volume goods to be transported smoothly on the conveyor belt, reducing the possibility of goods slipping and losing speed. This improves the stability of the goods, enhances the smoothness of the sorting machine's transport, and ultimately increases the sorting machine's transport efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of the novel narrow-band sorting machine provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A partial structural diagram;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the medium-narrow band;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A structural diagram from one perspective with some parts of the structure removed.

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A structural diagram from another perspective after removing part of the structure;

[0025] Figure 6 for Figure 1 Assembly drawing of mounting bolts and movable bolts.

[0026] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0027] 10. Frame; 11. First sorting port; 12. Second sorting port; 13. Third sorting port; 14. Detection slot; 15. First mounting hole; 16. Second mounting hole; 211. First drive motor; 212. Transmission assembly; 221. Second drive motor; 222. Transmission rod; 223. Second drive wheel; 224. Second driven wheel; 225. Second transmission belt; 31. Drive roller; 32. Driven roller; 33. Conveyor belt; 41. First sorting wheel; 42. Second sorting wheel; 43. Narrow belt; 44. Stop bar; 50. Position sensor; 61. Movable bolt; 62. Mounting bolt; 71. First telescopic rod; 711. Adjustment protrusion; 72. Second telescopic rod; 73. Support protrusion.

[0028] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0029] 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0030] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0031] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0032] Reference Figures 1 to 5 This utility model proposes a novel narrow-band sorting machine, comprising:

[0033] The frame 10 is provided with a first sorting port 11, a second sorting port 12 and a third sorting port 13;

[0034] A drive assembly, comprising a first drive assembly and a second drive assembly both mounted on the rack 10;

[0035] A transport assembly includes multiple sets of roller groups. Each set of roller groups includes a driving roller 31, a driven roller 32, and a transport belt 33. The transport belt 33 is fitted onto the driving roller 31 and the driven roller 32. Both the driving roller 31 and the driven roller 32 are rotatably connected to the frame 10, and the multiple driving rollers 31 are all drive-connected to the first drive assembly.

[0036] A sorting assembly is provided between two adjacent sets of rollers. The sorting assembly includes a first sorting roller 41, a second sorting roller 42, and a narrow belt 43. The first sorting roller 41 and the second sorting roller 42 are rotatably connected to the frame 10. The narrow belt 43 is sleeved on the first sorting roller 41 and the second sorting roller 42. At least one of the first sorting rollers 41 is connected to the second drive assembly. The narrow belt 43 is provided with a baffle 44, which drives the items on the conveyor belt 33 to the first sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12.

[0037] In the technical solution of this utility model, when goods need to be transported out from the third sorting port 13, the first drive component simultaneously drives all the active rollers 31 to rotate, and then the goods on the conveyor belt 33 are transported to the third sorting port 13 via the conveyor belt 33. At this time, the second drive component does not start, that is, the narrow belt 43 does not move. When goods need to be transported out from the first sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12, the first drive component simultaneously drives all the active rollers 31 to rotate, and then the goods on the conveyor belt 33 are transported towards the third sorting port 13 via the conveyor belt 33. At this time, the second drive component starts, thereby driving the narrow belt 43 to rotate, and then the narrow belt 43 transports the goods on the conveyor belt 33 to the first sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12 via the baffle 44. The first sorting port 11 and the second sorting port 12 are arranged opposite to each other. The rotation direction of the narrow belt 43 is adjusted by the second drive component, thereby adjusting the goods to be transported out from the first sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12. Compared to the existing technical solutions that directly transport goods via rollers, the present invention uses a conveyor belt 33 to transport goods, which allows even small and / or small-volume goods to be transported smoothly on the conveyor belt 33. This reduces the possibility of goods slipping and losing speed, thereby improving the stability of the goods, the smoothness of the sorting machine's transport, and ultimately the transport efficiency of the sorting machine.

[0038] Specifically, the baffle 44 protrudes from the conveyor belt 33, and the narrow belt 43 is flush with or below the conveyor belt 33. That is, when goods exit from the third sorting port 13, the baffle 44 rotates to both sides of the sorting machine, and neither the baffle 44 nor the narrow belt 43 interferes with the transport of goods. However, when goods need to exit from the first sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12, the baffle 44 pushes the goods on the conveyor belt 33 towards the first or second sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12.

[0039] In existing technical solutions, a transport protrusion is typically provided on the narrow belt 43, where half of the narrow belt 43 is the transport protrusion and the other half is in a normal state (i.e., without the transport protrusion). When goods need to be transported out from the third sorting port 13, the narrow belt 43 with the transport protrusion rotates downwards, and the narrow belt 43 in the normal state does not interfere with the movement of goods. When goods need to be transported out from the first sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12, the narrow belt 43 with the transport protrusion rotates upwards, at which point the goods are on the narrow belt 43. Then the narrow belt 43 continues to rotate to transport the goods to the first sorting port 11 or the second sorting port 12. That is, the narrow belt 43 needs to rotate one revolution each time to complete the sorting of goods. In one embodiment of this application, the baffle 44 is provided in two sets, and the two sets of baffle 44 are symmetrically arranged. Each set of baffle 44 includes a plurality of baffle 44 arranged at intervals. By setting two sets of baffle 44, the narrow belt 43 only needs to rotate half a turn each time to complete the sorting of goods, thereby improving the sorting efficiency of the narrow belt 43 compared with the prior art solution, and thus improving the sorting efficiency of the sorting machine.

[0040] Furthermore, by setting each set of baffles 44 into multiple baffles 44 at intervals, the baffles 44 will not be damaged due to excessive deformation when the narrow belt 43 with baffles 44 passes through the first sorting wheel 41 and / or the second sorting wheel 42; thereby improving the service life of the narrow belt 43 and the baffles 44.

[0041] In existing solutions, the position sensor 50 is typically located upstream of the conveyor belt 33, specifically at the feed inlet of the sorting machine and the alignment point of the third sorting port 13. However, this can lead to a collision between the goods and the gap in the detection groove 14 when the goods are transported. This collision can cause the goods to lose speed or have their outer packaging to tear, thus reducing sorting efficiency. Therefore, in one embodiment, the new narrow-belt structure sorting machine further includes a position sensor 50. The frame 10 is equipped with a detection groove 14 located near the third sorting port 13. The position sensor 50 is installed inside the detection groove 14, with the gap in the detection groove 14 facing away from the position sensor 50. This prevents the goods from colliding with the gap in the detection groove 14 when they pass through, ensuring normal operation, reducing the chance of tearing, improving the smoothness of transport, and ultimately increasing sorting efficiency.

[0042] Reference Figure 6In one embodiment, the novel narrow-band sorting machine further includes a movable bolt 61. The frame 10 is provided with a first mounting hole 15 and a second mounting hole 16. The second mounting hole 16 is located near the third sorting port 13. Two adjacent novel narrow-band sorting machines are mounted via the movable bolt 61 to the first mounting hole 15 and the corresponding second mounting hole 16. Understandably, multiple sorting machines may be needed simultaneously during material sorting. In this case, the first mounting hole 15, the second mounting hole 16, and the movable bolt 61 are used for splicing, thereby improving the splicing efficiency of adjacent sorting machines. Simultaneously, the bolt installation method is stable and reliable, and has low cost, thus reducing the manufacturing cost of the sorting machine and improving its stability.

[0043] Specifically, the new narrow-band sorting machine also includes mounting bolts 62, which are installed on the frame 10. The movable bolt 61 has a rotating hole, through which it is rotatably connected to the mounting bolt 62. Understandably, during routine installation and maintenance, missing or damaged parts often require searching and replacement, significantly reducing the sorting machine's installation efficiency. Therefore, by directly rotating the movable bolt 61 onto the mounting bolt 62, when connecting two sorting machines, the first mounting hole 15 and second mounting hole 16 of the two sorting machines are aligned, and the movable bolt 61 is rotated into the first mounting hole 15 and second mounting hole 16 to lock it in place. This eliminates concerns about losing the movable bolt 61. Furthermore, when replacing the movable bolt 61, only the mounting bolt 62 needs to be removed, and a new movable bolt 61 can be replaced. This simple and convenient method greatly improves the installation and disassembly efficiency of the sorting machine.

[0044] In one embodiment, the novel narrow-strip sorting machine further includes multiple baffles and multiple mounting frames. At least one mounting frame is installed at each of the first sorting port 11 and the second sorting port 12. Each mounting frame has at least one baffle. Understandably, by setting the baffles, the speed at which goods fly out of the first and second sorting ports 11 and 12 is reduced, thereby avoiding the probability of damage to the goods due to excessive speed when they fly out of the first and second sorting ports 11 and 12. If the third sorting port 13 is the final exit point for the goods, a baffle can also be set at the third sorting port 13. However, if another sorting machine needs to be connected at the third sorting port 13, then a baffle is not required.

[0045] In one embodiment, the novel narrow-band sorting machine further includes telescopic rods, comprising a first telescopic rod 71 and a second telescopic rod 72. The first telescopic rod 71 is mounted on the frame 10. Both the first telescopic rod 71 and the second telescopic rod 72 are provided with a support protrusion 73. The first telescopic rod 71 is provided with an adjustment protrusion 711, and the second telescopic rod 72 is provided with multiple adjustment holes spaced apart. The first telescopic rod 71 is movably connected to the second telescopic rod 72 through the adjustment protrusion 711 and the adjustment holes. Understandably, when it is necessary to fit different sized packing bags at the first sorting port 11 and the second sorting port 12, it is only necessary to adjust the extension length of the first telescopic rod 71 by adjusting the protrusion 711 and the adjustment holes, that is, to adjust the spacing of the support protrusions 73 on the first telescopic rod 71 and the second telescopic rod 72, so that packing bags of different sizes can be fitted onto the telescopic rods, thereby increasing the practicality of the sorting machine. Of course, when the third sorting port 13 is the final goods exit, a telescopic rod also needs to be installed at the third sorting port 13.

[0046] Specifically, the first drive assembly includes a first drive motor 211 and a transmission group 212 both mounted on the frame 10. The first drive motor 211 is driveably connected to the transmission group 212, and the transmission group 212 is simultaneously driveably connected to multiple drive rollers 31. Multiple transmission groups 212 are provided, each including a first drive wheel, a first driven wheel, and a first transmission belt. The first transmission belt is sleeved on the first drive wheel and the first driven wheel, which are rotatably connected to the frame 10. Adjacent transmission groups 212 are driven by corresponding first transmission belts. The first drive motor 211 is driveably connected to one of the first drive wheels, thereby enabling one first drive motor 211 to simultaneously drive all drive rollers 31 to rotate synchronously.

[0047] Specifically, the second drive assembly includes a second drive motor 221, a transmission rod 222, a second drive wheel 223, a second driven wheel 224, and a second transmission belt 225. The second drive motor 221 is mounted on the frame 10 and is connected to the second drive wheel 223. The second transmission belt 225 is sleeved on the second drive wheel 223 and the second driven wheel 224. The second driven wheel 224 is fixed to the transmission rod 222. The transmission rod 222 is fixedly connected to the first sorting wheels 41 of the multiple sorting assemblies. Through the cooperation of the second drive motor 221 and the transmission rod 222, multiple first sorting wheels 41 can be driven simultaneously by one second drive motor 221, thereby increasing the synchronicity of the narrow belt 43 movement, increasing the smoothness of the sorting machine, and improving the sorting efficiency of the sorting machine.

[0048] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A new type of sorter with narrow band structure, characterized in that, include: A frame, wherein the frame is provided with a first sorting port, a second sorting port and a third sorting port; A drive assembly, comprising a first drive assembly and a second drive assembly both mounted on the rack; A transport assembly, comprising multiple sets of roller groups, each set including a driving roller, a driven roller, and a conveyor belt, the conveyor belt being fitted over the driving roller and the driven roller, both the driving roller and the driven roller being rotatably connected to the frame, and multiple driving rollers being drively connected to the first drive assembly; and A sorting assembly is provided between two adjacent sets of rollers. The sorting assembly includes a first sorting wheel, a second sorting wheel, and a narrow belt. The first sorting wheel and the second sorting wheel are rotatably connected to the frame. The narrow belt is sleeved on the first sorting wheel and the second sorting wheel. At least one of the first sorting wheels is drivenly connected to the second drive assembly. The narrow belt is provided with a stop bar, which drives the items on the conveyor belt to the first sorting port or the second sorting port. The new narrow-band sorting machine also includes a position sensor. The frame is provided with a detection slot, which is located near the third sorting port. The position sensor is installed in the detection slot, and the notch of the detection slot is located opposite to the position sensor.

2. The novel sorting machine of narrow band structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The baffle protrudes from the conveyor belt, and the narrow strip is flush with the conveyor belt, or the narrow strip is located below the conveyor belt.

3. The novel sorter of narrow band configuration as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The baffle is provided in two sets, and the two sets of baffles are symmetrically arranged. Each set of baffles includes a plurality of baffles arranged at intervals.

4. The novel sorter of narrow band configuration as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The new narrow-band structure sorting machine also includes a movable bolt. The frame is provided with a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole. The second mounting hole is located near the third sorting port. Two adjacent sorting machines of the new narrow-band structure are installed with the first mounting hole and the corresponding second mounting hole through the movable bolt.

5. The sorting machine with a novel narrow-strip structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The new narrow-band sorting machine also includes mounting bolts, which are installed on the frame. The movable bolt has a rotating hole, and the movable bolt is rotatably connected to the mounting bolt through the rotating hole.

6. The sorting machine with a novel narrow-strip structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The new narrow-band sorting machine also includes multiple baffles and multiple mounting frames. At least one mounting frame is installed at both the first sorting port and the second sorting port, and at least one baffle is provided on the mounting frame.

7. The sorting machine with a novel narrow-strip structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The new narrow-band sorting machine also includes telescopic rods, which include a first telescopic rod and a second telescopic rod. The first telescopic rod is mounted on the frame. Both the first and second telescopic rods are provided with a support protrusion. The first telescopic rod is provided with an adjustment protrusion. The second telescopic rod is provided with a plurality of adjustment holes at intervals. The first telescopic rod is movably connected to the second telescopic rod through the adjustment protrusion and the adjustment holes.

8. The novel sorter of narrow band configuration as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The first drive assembly includes a first drive motor and a transmission group, both mounted on the frame. The first drive motor is connected to the transmission group, and the transmission group is simultaneously connected to multiple drive rollers.

9. The novel sorter of narrow band configuration as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The second drive assembly includes a second drive motor, a transmission rod, a second drive wheel, a second driven wheel, and a second transmission belt. The second drive motor is mounted on the frame and is connected to the second drive wheel. The second transmission belt is sleeved on the second drive wheel and the second driven wheel. The second driven wheel is fixed to the transmission rod. The transmission rod is fixedly connected to the first sorting wheels of the plurality of sorting assemblies.