Steering device special for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinder

By designing a special steering device for intelligent production lines of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, the problem of poor compatibility was solved, enabling flexible steering of cylinders of different sizes and specifications, thereby improving production efficiency and equipment stability.

CN224185316UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01LINGTAN (HUBEI) ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
LINGTAN (HUBEI) ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-05
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

Existing LPG cylinder steering devices have poor compatibility and cannot meet the steering requirements of cylinders of different sizes and specifications, resulting in low production efficiency and poor equipment stability.

Method used

A special steering device for intelligent production line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders has been designed, including a frame, a drive unit and an auxiliary unit. The cylinder gap is adjusted by the adjustment component to avoid cylinder jamming, and the steering track is kept clean by the cleaning component to ensure smooth operation of the production line.

Benefits of technology

This effectively avoids the problem of gas cylinders getting stuck during the turning process, improves production efficiency and equipment stability, and ensures the smooth operation of the production line.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of liquefied petroleum gas cylinder production equipment, and discloses a special steering device for an intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, which comprises a rack, a driving device and an auxiliary device, the driving device comprises a push rod, a cleaning assembly, an adjusting assembly and a first driving part, the first driving part is connected to the rack and used for pushing the push rod, the push rod is connected to the first driving part and used for pushing the petroleum gas cylinders, the adjusting assembly is connected to the push rod and used for adjusting gaps between the petroleum gas cylinders, and the cleaning assembly is connected to the push rod. The gap between the liquefied petroleum gas cylinders can be adjusted, the problem that the gas cylinders are blocked or a steering track needs to be replaced due to the size problem in the steering process is effectively solved, smooth operation of an assembly line is guaranteed, and the production efficiency and the equipment stability are greatly improved.
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Description

A special steering device for intelligent production line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of liquefied petroleum gas cylinder production equipment, and in particular relates to a special steering device for intelligent production line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders. Background Technology

[0002] In the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) industry, with increasing market demand and stricter safety requirements, the production, testing, and filling of LPG cylinders are rapidly upgrading towards automation and intelligence. Currently, most of these processes are completed on assembly lines, and to meet the diverse needs of subsequent processes, the cylinders often need to be reversed during transportation.

[0003] Traditional mechanical steering devices have a fixed structure and can only be adapted to a single type of gas cylinder. When different types of gas cylinders need to be produced, the cylinder may jam when the cylinder is turned. Therefore, it is necessary to change the mechanical structure. This adjustment involves the disassembly, replacement and reinstallation of multiple parts. The steering track also needs to be adjusted in angle and position. The operation process is not only complicated, but also greatly reduces production efficiency.

[0004] Existing LPG cylinder steering devices suffer from poor compatibility, failing to meet the operational needs of cylinders of different sizes and specifications during the steering process, thus hindering the flexibility and large-scale development of LPG production. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a dedicated steering device for intelligent production lines of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, addressing the problem of poor compatibility in existing LPG cylinder steering devices. These devices cannot meet the operational needs of cylinders of different sizes and specifications during the steering process, thus hindering the flexibility and large-scale development of LPG production.

[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] This utility model provides a special steering device for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, which includes:

[0008] A frame, the component used to support the device;

[0009] The driving device includes a push rod, a cleaning component, an adjusting component, and a first driving component. The first driving component is connected to the frame and is used to push the push rod. The push rod is connected to the first driving component and is used to push the liquefied petroleum gas cylinder. The adjusting component is connected to the push rod and is used to adjust the gap between the liquefied petroleum gas cylinders. The cleaning component is connected to the push rod.

[0010] An auxiliary device includes a fixed sleeve and a sliding column. The fixed sleeve is connected to the frame, and the sliding column is inserted into the fixed sleeve and connected to the push rod.

[0011] As an optional technical solution for a dedicated steering device for an intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, the cleaning component includes:

[0012] A limiting post, connected to the push rod, is used to fix the cleaning component;

[0013] A cleaning component, inserted into the limiting post, is used to clean the steering track of the sliding liquefied petroleum gas cylinder;

[0014] An elastic element, sleeved on the limiting post, is used to push the cleaning element to move.

[0015] As an optional technical solution for a dedicated steering device for an intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, the adjusting component includes:

[0016] A fixing rod, connected to the push rod, is used to restrict the movement of the liquefied petroleum gas cylinder;

[0017] Drive component two is connected to the push rod and is used to push the movable rod to move;

[0018] A movable lever, connected to the drive component, is used to move the LPG cylinder.

[0019] As an optional technical solution for a special steering device for intelligent production lines of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, rubber parts are provided on the movable rod and the fixed rod to protect the petroleum gas cylinder from being scratched by the fixed rod and the movable rod.

[0020] As an optional technical solution for a special steering device for intelligent production lines of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, the frame is equipped with a scraper for cleaning the components.

[0021] As an optional technical solution for a special steering device for intelligent production lines of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, the push rod is provided with a mounting groove, and the adjustment component is placed in the mounting groove.

[0022] Beneficial effects:

[0023] This utility model provides a dedicated steering device for an intelligent production line of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders. This device includes a frame, a drive unit, and an auxiliary unit. The frame supports the components of the device. The drive unit includes a push rod, a cleaning component, an adjustment component, and a first drive element. The first drive element is connected to the frame and pushes the push rod. The push rod is connected to the first drive element and pushes the LPG cylinders. The adjustment component is connected to the push rod and adjusts the gap between the LPG cylinders. The cleaning component is connected to the push rod. The auxiliary unit includes a fixed sleeve and a sliding column. The fixed sleeve is connected to the frame, and the sliding column is inserted into the fixed sleeve and connected to the push rod. The adjustment component adjusts the gap between the LPG cylinders, effectively preventing cylinder jamming or the need to replace the steering track during steering, ensuring smooth operation of the production line, and significantly improving production efficiency and equipment stability. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a special steering device for an intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a special steering device for an intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the adjustment component provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0027] In the picture:

[0028] 1. Frame; 2. Push rod; 3. Drive component one; 4. Fixing sleeve; 5. Sliding column; 6. Limiting column; 7. Cleaning component; 8. Elastic component; 9. Fixing rod; 10. Drive component two; 11. Movable rod; 12. Rubber component; 13. Scraping component. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0032] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0033] As shown in Figures 1 to 3, this embodiment provides a dedicated steering device for an intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders. This dedicated steering device includes a frame 1, a drive unit, and an auxiliary device. The frame 1 supports the components of the device. The drive unit includes a push rod 2, a cleaning component, an adjustment component, and a drive element 3. The drive element 3 is connected to the frame 1 and is used to push the push rod 2. The push rod 2 is connected to the drive element 3 and is used to push the LPG cylinders. The adjustment component is connected to the push rod 2 and is used to adjust the gap between the LPG cylinders. The cleaning component is connected to the push rod 2. The auxiliary device includes a fixing sleeve 4 and a sliding column 5. The fixing sleeve 4... Connected to the frame 1, the sliding column 5 is inserted into the fixed sleeve 4 and connected to the push rod 2; the push rod 2 has an installation groove, and the adjustment component is placed in the installation groove; the movable rod 11 and the fixed rod 9 are provided with rubber parts 12 to protect the LPG cylinder from being scratched by the fixed rod 9 and the movable rod 11; the adjustment component includes the fixed rod 9, the driving component 2 10 and the movable rod 11. The fixed rod 9 is connected to the push rod 2 to restrict the movement of the LPG cylinder. The driving component 2 10 is connected to the push rod 2 to push the movable rod 11 to move. The movable rod 11 is connected to the driving component to push the LPG cylinder to move.

[0034] By adjusting the components, the gap between the liquefied petroleum gas cylinders that need to be turned can be adjusted, effectively avoiding cylinder jamming or the need to replace the turning track due to size issues during the turning process, ensuring the smooth operation of the production line, and greatly improving production efficiency and equipment stability.

[0035] In use, firstly, drive component 2 10 is activated, which pushes the movable rod 11 to move. When the horizontal distance between the movable rod 11 and the fixed rod 9 is the same as the diameter of the LPG cylinder that needs to be turned, drive component 2 10 stops moving. Then, the production line is activated, causing the LPG cylinder that needs to be turned to move to the turning device position. When the fixed rod 9 is between the first and second LPG cylinders on the right, the production line stops moving the LPG cylinder. Then, drive component 1 3 is activated, which pushes the push rod 2 towards the LPG cylinder. At the same time, the push rod 2 drives the sliding column 5 to re-fix. The fixed sleeve 4 slides inside, and the auxiliary device enables the drive component 3 to smoothly push the push rod 2 to move. As the push rod 2 moves, the fixed rod 9 and the movable rod 11 are inserted into the left and right ends of the second LPG cylinder on the right. At this time, the drive component 3 stops running and the drive component 10 retracts, so that the drive component 10 drives the third LPG cylinder on the right to move through the movable plate. When the LPG cylinder moves to the corresponding turning track, the drive component 2 stops running and the drive component 3 starts, so that the drive component 3 pushes the LPG cylinder onto the turning track through the push rod 2.

[0036] Specifically, drive component 3 is a cylinder or other drive component that can drive push rod 2 to reciprocate. Three tracks are provided on the steering track, with the middle track moving straight forward and the tracks on both sides bending to the sides in the corresponding directions. Push rod 2 is used to simultaneously push three LPG cylinders to move. This technology is existing technology and will not be elaborated on here. Drive component 2 10 can be an electric push rod 2 or other drive component that can drive movable rod 11 to reciprocate. Movable rod 11 is fixedly installed at the movable end of drive component 2 10. The distance between the left and right ends of movable rod 11 and fixed rod 9 gradually decreases towards the front end, so that movable rod 11 and fixed rod 9 can extend into the gap between two LPG cylinders. Rubber component 12 is fixedly installed at the front end of fixed rod 9 and movable rod 11. Rubber component 12 can be a rubber pad or other elastic element that can prevent the adjustment component from colliding with the LPG cylinder and causing scratches.

[0037] Referring to Figures 2 and 3, in this embodiment, the cleaning component includes a limiting post 6, a cleaning component 7, and an elastic component 8. The limiting post 6 is connected to the push rod 2 and is used to fix the cleaning component 7. The cleaning component 7 is inserted into the limiting post 6 and is used to clean the steering track of the sliding LPG cylinder. The elastic component 8 is sleeved on the limiting post 6 and is used to push the cleaning component 7 to move. A scraping component 13 is provided on the frame 1 for cleaning the cleaning component 7.

[0038] The cleaning component keeps the surface of the LPG cylinder steering slide clean, preventing dust from the bottom of the previous or current LPG cylinder from remaining on the steering slide surface. This prevents problems such as jamming, deviation, and stumbling during the sliding process, ensuring that the LPG cylinder can move smoothly and stably on the steering slide and reducing problems caused by unclean slides.

[0039] When the drive component 3 pushes the LPG cylinder toward the steering track, the cleaning component 7 comes into contact with the steering track to clean its surface. At the same time, the side walls of the steering track on both sides, due to their curvature, come into contact with the corresponding cleaning components 7, thus gradually pushing the cleaning components 7 to move. Meanwhile, the elastic component 8 is compressed and gradually contracts. When the cleaning component 7 finishes cleaning the steering track surface, some of the cleaned dust will be pushed away from the gap at the front end of the steering track by the cleaning component 7. Then, the drive component 3 contracts and drives the push rod 2 to move back. When the cleaning component 7 comes into contact with the scraper component 13, the scraper component 13 will remove the dust attached to the cleaning component 7, ensuring the cleanliness of the cleaning brush.

[0040] Specifically, the cleaning component 7 can be a cleaning brush or other cleaning component capable of cleaning the surface of the steering track, and the scraping component 13 can be a comb or other component capable of cleaning the cleaning component 7. Through the interaction between the cleaning component 7 and the scraping component 13, the cleaning component 7 is combed and the dust attached to the cleaning component 7 is scraped off, maintaining the cleaning performance of the cleaning component 7. There are three sets of cleaning components 7, which are located at the bottom of the push rod 2 and the three tracks corresponding to the steering track. The middle cleaning component 7 is fixedly sleeved on the limiting post 6, and the cleaning components 7 on the left and right sides are movably sleeved on the limiting post 6. Elastic components 8 are sleeved at both ends of the outer surface of the limiting post 6. One end of the two elastic components is connected to the push rod 2, and the other end is connected to one side of the corresponding cleaning component 7.

[0041] The following is a detailed description of the usage process of a special steering device for an intelligent production line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders:

[0042] First, drive component 2 (10) is activated, pushing movable rod 11 to move. When the horizontal distance between movable rod 11 and fixed rod 9 is the same as the diameter of the LPG cylinder to be turned, drive component 2 (10) stops. Then, the conveyor belt is activated, moving the LPG cylinder to be turned to the turning device position. When fixed rod 9 is between the first and second LPG cylinders on the right, the conveyor belt stops moving the LPG cylinder. Next, drive component 1 (3) is activated, pushing push rod 2 towards the LPG cylinder. Simultaneously, push rod 2 causes slide column 5 to slide within fixed sleeve 4. The auxiliary device allows drive component 1 (3) to smoothly push push rod 2. As push rod 2 moves, fixed rod 9 and movable rod 11 insert into the left and right ends of the second LPG cylinder on the right. At this point, drive component 1 (3) stops and drive component 2 (10) retracts, causing drive component 2 (10) to move the third LPG cylinder on the right via the movable plate. When the LPG cylinder moves to the corresponding turning track, the movement stops. The second drive unit 10 is stopped and the first drive unit 3 is started, so that the first drive unit 3 pushes the LPG cylinder onto the steering rail via the push rod 2. At this time, the cleaning part 7 contacts the steering rail and cleans the surface of the steering rail. At the same time, the side wall of the steering rail will gradually push the cleaning part 7 to move. The rails on the left and right sides of the steering rail bend, so that the inner walls on the left and right sides of the steering rail will gradually squeeze the cleaning part 7, thereby causing the elastic part 8 to be squeezed and gradually contract. The middle cleaning part 7 cleans the corresponding rail straight, and the cleaning parts 7 on both sides move towards the corresponding rail direction to clean. When the cleaning part 7 finishes cleaning the surface of the steering rail, some of the cleaned dust will be pushed away from the gap at the front end of the steering rail by the cleaning part 7. Then the first drive unit 3 contracts and drives the push rod 2 to move back. The cleaning part 7 is squeezed by the elastic part 8, so that the cleaning part 7 gradually returns to its original position. When the cleaning part 7 contacts the scraper 13, the scraper 13 will clean away the dust attached to the cleaning part 7, ensuring the cleanliness of the cleaning brush.

[0043] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A special steering device for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, characterized in that, include: Frame (1), a component used to support the device; The driving device includes a push rod (2), a cleaning component, an adjusting component, and a driving component (3). The driving component (3) is connected to the frame (1) and is used to push the push rod (2). The push rod (2) is connected to the driving component (3) and is used to push the liquefied petroleum gas cylinder. The adjusting component is connected to the push rod (2) and is used to adjust the gap between the liquefied petroleum gas cylinders. The cleaning component is connected to the push rod (2). The auxiliary device includes a fixed sleeve (4) and a sliding column (5). The fixed sleeve (4) is connected to the frame (1). The sliding column (5) is inserted into the fixed sleeve (4) and connected to the push rod (2).

2. The special steering device for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning assembly includes: a limiting post (6) connected to the push rod (2) for fixing the cleaning component (7); the cleaning component (7) inserted on the limiting post (6) for cleaning the steering track of the sliding of the petroleum gas cylinder; and an elastic element (8) sleeved on the limiting post (6) for pushing the cleaning component (7) to move.

3. The special steering device for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustment assembly includes: a fixed rod (9) connected to the push rod (2) for restricting the movement of the liquefied petroleum gas cylinder; a second driving component (10) connected to the push rod (2) for pushing the movable rod (11) to move; and a movable rod (11) connected to the second driving component (10) for pushing the liquefied petroleum gas cylinder to move.

4. A special steering device for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders according to claim 3, characterized in that, Rubber parts (12) are provided on the movable rod (11) and the fixed rod (9) to protect the petroleum gas cylinder from being scratched by the fixed rod (9) and the movable rod (11).

5. A special steering device for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (1) is provided with a scraper (13) for cleaning the cleaning component (7).

6. A special steering device for intelligent assembly line of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders according to claim 1, characterized in that, The push rod (2) has a mounting groove, and the adjustment component is placed in the mounting groove.