Double-station top angle bead mounting machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a double-station top angle bead installing machine which comprises a bearing machine frame, walking mechanisms are installed on the two sides of the lower end of the bearing machine frame, a lifting mechanism is installed at the upper end of the bearing machine frame, angle bead suction and release mechanisms are installed on the two sides of the lifting mechanism, an expansion mechanism is connected between the two angle bead suction and release mechanisms, and the expansion mechanism is connected with the lifting mechanism. A positioning assembly is installed in the middle of the lower end of the rack. The production efficiency is improved, the installation quality is guaranteed, the labor cost and the product damage cost caused by improper installation of the angle bead are reduced, the utilization rate of equipment is improved, the production cost of products is reduced, and in the installation process, the production efficiency is improved through an automatic operation process. According to the automatic corner protector mounting machine, the steps of corner protector grabbing, positioning moving, corner protector placing, original point returning and the like are included, manual intervention is reduced, the operation accuracy and speed are improved, corner protector mounting of a large number of products can be completed within a short time, the requirement of large-scale production is met, and the automatic corner protector mounting machine can further adapt to products of different sizes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of corner protector installation technology, and in particular to a dual-station top corner protector installation machine. Background Technology

[0002] In the modern product packaging industry, product protection and packaging efficiency are crucial factors. During transportation and storage, the edges and corners of products are easily damaged by collisions, compression, and other factors. This not only affects the product's appearance but may also reduce its performance, resulting in economic losses for the company. Therefore, installing corner protectors during product packaging has become an essential procedure.

[0003] Currently, the installation of corner protectors is mostly done manually. While manual operation offers some flexibility, it also has several drawbacks. First, manual labor is inefficient, making it difficult to meet production schedules in large-scale production, leading to longer production cycles and increased costs. Second, manual operation is prone to fatigue, which can affect the quality of corner protector installation, potentially resulting in insecure installations, inaccurate positioning, and ineffective protection for the product. Therefore, we propose a dual-station top corner protector installation machine to address these issues. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a dual-station top corner protector installation machine.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A dual-station top corner protector installation machine includes a support frame. Walking mechanisms are installed on both sides of the lower end of the support frame, and a lifting mechanism is installed on the upper end of the support frame. Corner protector suction and release mechanisms are installed on both sides of the lifting mechanism. An extension mechanism connects the two corner protector suction and release mechanisms. A positioning component is installed in the middle of the lower end of the frame. Two corner protector compartments are provided at the lower end of the frame, with the upper ends of the two corner protector compartments corresponding to the two corner protector suction and release mechanisms, respectively.

[0007] Preferably, the extension mechanism includes four guide shafts mounted on the lifting mechanism, two first cylinders are mounted on the lifting mechanism, a corner protection robotic arm is sleeved on the two guide shafts on the same side, and the piston rod of one of the first cylinders on the same side is connected to one of the corner protection robotic arms on the same side.

[0008] Preferably, the corner protector suction and release mechanism includes a lifting cylinder fixed on the corner protector robotic arm, a V-shaped clamp is rotatably connected to the lower end of the lifting cylinder, a vacuum suction cup is installed on the V-shaped clamp, and a corner cylinder is connected to one side of the lower end of the corner protector robotic arm, with the piston rod of the corner cylinder rotatably connected to one side of the V-shaped clamp.

[0009] Preferably, the corner protector includes two fixed frames. The lower end of the fixed frame is equipped with an adjusting foot, and the upper end of the fixed frame is equipped with a linear guide rail. The upper end of the linear guide rail is slidably connected to a sliding frame. The upper end of the fixed frame is equipped with a second cylinder, and the piston rod of the second cylinder is connected to one side of the lower end of the sliding frame. Both sides of the sliding frame are provided with brushes, and a photoelectric switch is installed on one side of the sliding frame.

[0010] Preferably, the positioning assembly includes a positioning plate bracket installed in the middle of the lower end of the lifting mechanism. Linear bearings are installed on both sides of the lower end of the positioning plate bracket. A guide rod is provided through the linear bearing. A pressure plate is fixed to the lower end of the guide rod. A compression spring is sleeved on the guide rod. The lower end of the compression spring abuts against the upper end of the pressure plate, and the upper end of the compression spring abuts against the lower end of the linear bearing.

[0011] Preferably, proximity brackets are installed on both sides of the pressure plate, and proximity switches are installed on the proximity brackets.

[0012] In this utility model, during installation:

[0013] 1. Corner Protector Grabbing: The goods are conveyed to the designated position below the double-station top corner protector machine via a conveyor line or manually. The equipment is started, and the lifting motor controls the lifting mechanism to move downward through the sprocket chain, which in turn moves the corner protector suction and release mechanism downward. After the lifting mechanism descends to the designated position, the lifting cylinder on the corner protector suction and release mechanism extends, controlling the robotic arm with a vacuum suction cup to approach the corner protector in the corner protector bin and use the V-shaped clamp to pick it up. After the pick-up is completed, the lifting cylinder on the corner protector suction and release mechanism retracts, driving the corner protector away from the corner protector bin. Then the lifting mechanism drives the corner protector suction and release mechanism to rise to the designated position, and the corner protector grabbing is completed.

[0014] 2. Positioning and movement: The walking motor controls the walking mechanism to move forward through the sprocket and chain, which drives the load-bearing frame, lifting mechanism, corner guard suction and release mechanism and positioning component to move forward synchronously. The sensor locates the relative position of the goods. The lifting mechanism drives the corner guard suction and release mechanism to descend until the positioning component detects the top surface of the goods, and the positioning is completed.

[0015] 3. Corner protector placement: The corner cylinder on the corner protector suction and placement mechanism controls the corner protector to rotate to the appropriate placement angle. The first cylinder controls the left and right corner protector robotic arms to move inward until the corner protector fits against the corner of the goods. Then, the cooperating strapping machine fixes the corner protector to the goods, and the corner protector placement is completed.

[0016] 4. Return to origin: The walking mechanism drives the frame, lifting mechanism, corner guard suction and release mechanism, and positioning component to move backward. The lifting mechanism drives the corner guard suction and release mechanism to move upward. After returning to the origin, the above actions are repeated.

[0017] This utility model has the following advantages:

[0018] 1. The dual-station top corner protector installation machine adopts a dual-station design, which can install corner protectors on both sides of the product at the same time. Compared with the single-station corner protector machine, the work efficiency is greatly improved. During the installation process, through automated operation procedures, such as corner protector gripping, positioning and movement, corner protector placement and return to the origin, manual intervention is reduced and the accuracy and speed of operation are improved. It can complete the corner protector installation of a large number of products in a short time, meeting the needs of large-scale production.

[0019] 2. It can adapt to products of different sizes and accurately position the goods to the designated relative position. Even if the size of the product changes, the placement position and angle of the corner protectors can be quickly adjusted without the need for complicated equipment adjustments.

[0020] 3. The automated corner protector gripping and placement method reduces the impact of human factors and ensures the accuracy and firmness of the corner protector installation;

[0021] In summary, this utility model improves production efficiency and ensures installation quality, reduces labor costs and product damage costs caused by improper corner protector installation, increases equipment utilization, and lowers product production costs. During the installation process, automated operation procedures, such as corner protector gripping, positioning and movement, corner protector placement, and returning to the origin, reduce manual intervention, improve the accuracy and speed of operation, and enable the installation of corner protectors for a large number of products in a short time, meeting the needs of large-scale production. It can also adapt to products of different sizes. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the extended mechanism of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the positioning component of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4This is a diagram showing the installation structure of the proximity switch of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 A structural diagram showing the corner protector compartment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a side view of the corner protector compartment of this utility model.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Walking mechanism, 2. Corner guard compartment, 3. Bearing frame, 4. Positioning component, 5. Lifting mechanism, 6. Corner guard suction and release mechanism, 7. Positioning plate bracket, 8. Linear bearing, 9. Compression spring, 10. Guide rod, 11. Pressure plate, 12. Proximity bracket, 13. Proximity switch, 14. Corner guard robotic arm, 15. Guide shaft, 16. First cylinder, 17. Vacuum suction cup, 18. Adjusting foot, 19. Fixed frame, 20. Second cylinder, 21. Linear guide rail, 22. Sliding frame, 23. Photoelectric switch, 24. Brush. 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 of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0030] Reference Figure 1-6 A dual-station top corner protector installation machine includes a support frame 3, with a walking mechanism 1 installed on both sides of the lower end of the support frame 3. The walking motor controls the track wheel to move on the track through a sprocket and chain.

[0031] A lifting mechanism 5 is installed at the upper end of the bearing frame 3. Corner protection suction and release mechanisms 6 are installed on both sides of the lifting mechanism 5. An extension mechanism is connected between the two corner protection suction and release mechanisms 6. A positioning component 4 is installed in the middle of the lower end of the bearing frame 3. Two corner protection compartments 2 are provided at the lower end of the bearing frame 3. The upper ends of the two corner protection compartments 2 correspond to the two corner protection suction and release mechanisms 6 respectively.

[0032] The extension mechanism includes four guide shafts 15 mounted on the lifting mechanism 5. Two first cylinders 16 are mounted on the lifting mechanism 5. A corner protection mechanical arm 14 is sleeved on the two guide shafts 15 on the same side. The piston rod of one of the first cylinders 16 on the same side is connected to one of the corner protection mechanical arms 14 on the same side. By extending and retracting the first cylinder 16, the corner protection mechanical arm 14 can be controlled to slide on the guide shaft 15, thereby adjusting the distance between the two corner protection mechanical arms 14.

[0033] The corner protector suction and release mechanism 6 includes a lifting cylinder fixed on the corner protector robotic arm 14. The function of the lifting cylinder is to control the up and down movement of the V-shaped clip, so that it can approach or move away from the corner protector in the corner protector compartment 2. The vacuum suction cup 17 uses the vacuum adsorption principle to firmly adsorb the corner protector onto the V-shaped clip.

[0034] The lower end of the lifting cylinder is rotatably connected to a V-shaped clamp, and a vacuum suction cup 17 is installed on the V-shaped clamp. A corner protector robotic arm 14 is connected to one side of the lower end of a corner cylinder. The piston rod of the corner cylinder is rotatably connected to one side of the V-shaped clamp. The corner cylinder can control the rotation of the V-shaped clamp, thereby adjusting the placement angle of the corner protector so that it can accurately fit the corner of the goods.

[0035] The corner protector compartment 2 includes two fixed frames 19. The lower end of the fixed frame 19 is equipped with an adjustable foot 18. The adjustable foot 18 adopts an adjustable bolt structure, and the height of the corner protector compartment 2 can be easily adjusted by rotating the bolt.

[0036] A linear guide rail 21 is installed on the upper end of the fixed frame 19. A sliding frame 22 is slidably connected to the upper end of the linear guide rail 21. A second cylinder 20 is installed on the upper end of the fixed frame 19. The piston rod of the second cylinder 20 is connected to the lower side of the sliding frame 22. By extending and retracting the second cylinder 20, the sliding frame 22 can be controlled to slide on the linear guide rail 21, thereby adjusting the position of the corner guard compartment 2.

[0037] Brushes 24 are provided on both sides of the sliding frame 22, and a photoelectric switch 23 is installed on one side of the sliding frame 22. The brushes 24 can clean the surface of the corner protector during the movement of the corner protector, remove dust and debris, and ensure the quality of the corner protector.

[0038] The positioning assembly 4 includes a positioning plate bracket 7 installed in the middle of the lower end of the lifting mechanism 5. Linear bearings 8 are installed on both sides of the lower end of the positioning plate bracket 7. A guide rod 10 is inserted through the linear bearing 8. A pressure plate 11 is fixed to the lower end of the guide rod 10. A compression spring 9 is sleeved on the guide rod 10. The lower end of the compression spring 9 abuts against the upper end of the pressure plate 11, and the upper end of the compression spring 9 abuts against the lower end of the linear bearing 8. Proximity brackets 12 are installed on both sides of the pressure plate 11. A proximity switch 13 is installed on the proximity bracket 12. The proximity switch 13 is used to detect the distance between the pressure plate 11 and the top surface of the goods. When the pressure plate 11 contacts the top surface of the goods, the proximity switch 13 sends a signal, indicating that the positioning is complete.

[0039] In this utility model, during installation:

[0040] 1. Corner Protector Grabbing: The goods are conveyed to the designated position below the double-station top corner protector machine via the conveyor line or manually. The equipment is started, and the lifting motor controls the lifting mechanism 5 to move downward through the sprocket chain, which drives the corner protector suction and release mechanism 6 to move downward. After the lifting mechanism 5 descends to the designated position, the lifting cylinder on the corner protector suction and release mechanism 6 pushes out, controlling the robotic arm with vacuum suction cup 17 to approach the corner protector on the corner protector bin and use the V-shaped clamp to pick it up. After the pick-up is completed, the lifting cylinder on the corner protector suction and release mechanism 6 retracts, driving the corner protector away from the corner protector bin 2. Then the lifting mechanism 5 drives the corner protector suction and release mechanism 6 to rise to the designated position, and the corner protector grabbing is completed.

[0041] 2. Positioning and movement: The walking motor controls the walking mechanism 1 to move forward through the sprocket and chain, which drives the load-bearing frame 3, lifting mechanism 5, corner guard suction and release mechanism 6, and positioning component 4 to move forward synchronously. The relative position of the goods is located by the sensor. The lifting mechanism 5 drives the corner guard suction and release mechanism 6 to descend until the positioning component 4 detects the top surface of the goods, and the positioning is completed.

[0042] 3. Corner protector placement: The corner cylinder on the corner protector suction and placement mechanism 6 controls the corner protector to rotate to the appropriate placement angle. The first cylinder 16 controls the two left and right corner protector robotic arms 14 to move inward until the corner protector fits against the corner of the goods. Then, the cooperating strapping machine fixes the corner protector to the goods, and the placement of the corner protector is completed.

[0043] 4. Return to origin: The walking mechanism drives the frame, lifting mechanism, corner guard suction and release mechanism, and positioning component to move backward. The lifting mechanism drives the corner guard suction and release mechanism to move upward. After returning to the origin, the above actions are repeated.

[0044] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model, but the scope of protection of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this utility model, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of this utility model, should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A dual-station top corner protector installation machine, comprising a support frame (3), characterized in that, The lower end of the support frame (3) is connected to a walking mechanism (1), and a lifting mechanism (5) is installed in the middle of the support frame (3). Two corner guard suction and release mechanisms (6) are installed on the lifting mechanism (5), and an extension mechanism is connected between the two corner guard suction and release mechanisms (6). A positioning component (4) is installed in the middle of the lifting mechanism (5). Two corner guard compartments (2) are installed below the support frame (3), and the upper ends of the two corner guard compartments (2) correspond to the two corner guard suction and release mechanisms (6) respectively.

2. The dual-station top corner protector installation machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The extension mechanism includes four guide shafts (15) mounted on the lifting mechanism (5). Two first cylinders (16) are mounted on the lifting mechanism (5). A corner guard robotic arm (14) is sleeved on the two guide shafts (15) on the same side. The piston rod of one of the first cylinders (16) on the same side is connected to the corner guard robotic arm (14) on the same side.

3. The dual-station top corner protector installation machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The corner protector suction and release mechanism (6) includes a lifting cylinder fixed on the corner protector robotic arm (14). The lower end of the lifting cylinder is rotatably connected to a V-shaped clamp. A vacuum suction cup (17) is installed on the V-shaped clamp. A corner cylinder is connected to one side of the lower end of the corner protector robotic arm (14). The piston rod of the corner cylinder is rotatably connected to one side of the V-shaped clamp.

4. A dual-station top corner protector installation machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The corner protector compartment (2) includes two fixed frames (19). The lower end of the fixed frame (19) is equipped with an adjusting foot (18). The upper end of the fixed frame (19) is equipped with a linear guide rail (21). The upper end of the linear guide rail (21) is slidably connected to a sliding frame (22). The upper end of the fixed frame (19) is equipped with a second cylinder (20). The piston rod of the second cylinder (20) is connected to one side of the lower end of the sliding frame (22). Both sides of the sliding frame (22) are provided with brushes (24). A photoelectric switch (23) is installed on one side of the sliding frame (22).

5. A dual-station top corner protector installation machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning component (4) includes a positioning plate bracket (7) installed in the middle of the lower end of the lifting mechanism (5). Linear bearings (8) are installed on both sides of the lower end of the positioning plate bracket (7). A guide rod (10) is provided through the linear bearing (8). A pressure plate (11) is fixed at the lower end of the guide rod (10). A compression spring (9) is sleeved on the guide rod (10). The lower end of the compression spring (9) abuts against the upper end of the pressure plate (11), and the upper end of the compression spring (9) abuts against the lower end of the linear bearing (8).

6. A dual-station top corner protector installation machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: Both sides of the pressure plate (11) are equipped with proximity brackets (12), and proximity switches (13) are installed on the proximity brackets (12).

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