Powder bin capable of rapidly changing materials

By designing a powder silo for rapid material changing, and utilizing components such as worm gears, worm wheels, and vibrating motors, automatic dumping and vibration discharge of plastic powder are achieved, solving the problems of labor-intensive and time-consuming material changing in traditional powder silos and improving material changing efficiency.

CN224237239UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-15ZHEJIANG JIANSHUILAN INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHEJIANG JIANSHUILAN INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-06
Publication Date
2026-05-15

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Technical Problem

Traditional powder silo replacement methods require manual emptying, which is labor-intensive and time-consuming, affecting production efficiency.

Method used

A powder hopper with rapid material changing was designed. It utilizes components such as worm gear, worm wheel, rotating shaft and vibrating motor, combined with fixed cylinder and annular frame, to realize automatic pouring and vibration discharge of plastic powder, reducing manual operation.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid material change of plastic powder, reduces labor intensity, improves material change efficiency, reduces cleaning time, and enhances production efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a quick change toner cartridge, including bracing frame and fixed frame, the upper end of bracing frame right side is movably connected with rotating shaft through bearing, the right side of rotating shaft is fixedly installed with worm gear, the bottom of worm gear is engaged with worm. Through the arrangement of the bin body, needed molding powder can be contained in the molding powder spraying process, under the action of the fixing cylinder, sealing protection can be conducted on the top of the bin body, the molding powder in the bin body is prevented from drifting away to the outside in the molding powder spraying process, meanwhile, through the arrangement of the worm, the worm wheel, the rotating shaft and the supporting frame, the molding powder can be conveniently sprayed, and the spraying efficiency is improved. According to the plastic powder discharging device, the side wall of the bin body can be knocked, vibrated and discharged after pouring of the plastic powder is completed under the cooperation action of a vibration motor, a fixed frame, an annular frame and a knocking block while workers conveniently pour and collect the residual plastic powder in the bin body towards the interior of a fixed cylinder, so that the plastic powder attached to the inner wall of the bin body can rapidly fall off.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of powder coating equipment, specifically a powder hopper for rapid material change. Background Technology

[0002] In powder coating operations, the powder hopper is a key component for storing and supplying powder, and its performance has a significant impact on coating quality and production efficiency. During the powder coating process, the powder inside the powder hopper is often changed according to the type of powder being coated.

[0003] However, traditional material changing methods often require manual emptying of the powder hopper. Since the powder hopper has a certain weight, it requires a lot of physical strength to empty, increasing the labor intensity. Furthermore, after emptying the powder, it is often necessary to clean the powder adhering to the inside of the hopper one by one, which results in a long material changing time and affects the efficiency of production operations. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a powder hopper for quick material changing, which allows personnel to quickly change the plastic powder inside the hopper. The operation is convenient and fast, effectively improving the efficiency of material changing operations.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a powder silo for rapid material change, comprising a support frame and a fixed frame. A rotating shaft is movably connected to the upper right side of the support frame via a bearing. A worm gear is fixedly installed on the right side of the rotating shaft, and a worm is engaged at the bottom of the worm gear. A silo body is fixedly connected to the left side of the rotating shaft. A fixed cylinder is placed on the top of the silo body. A vibration motor is fixedly installed on the back of the fixed frame. Annular frames are fixedly connected to both ends of the front surface of the fixed frame. A striking block is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the annular frame. Guide grooves are formed around the circumference of the annular frame. Guide rods are movably connected to the surfaces of the guide grooves, and the surfaces of the guide rods are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the silo body.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment, a spring is fixedly connected to the surface of the guide rod, and the surface of the spring contacts the surface of the annular frame.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment, a support shaft is fixedly connected to the upper left side of the outer surface of the chamber, and the left side of the support shaft is movably connected to the upper left side of the support frame via a bearing. Brake casters are movably connected to the bottom of the support frame around its perimeter via bearings.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment, a fixed cover is fixedly connected to the upper right end of the support frame, and the two ends of the worm gear are movably connected to the inner cavity of the fixed cover through bearings.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment, hooks are fixedly connected to the upper ends of both sides of the outer surface of the chamber, buckles are fixedly installed to the lower ends of both sides of the outer surface of the fixing cylinder, and handles are fixedly connected to the middle ends of both sides of the outer surface of the fixing cylinder.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment, a fluidized bed is fixedly installed at the lower end of the internal cavity of the chamber, an air inlet pipe is fixedly connected to the lower end of the front surface of the chamber, a first quick connector is fixedly installed on the front surface of the air inlet pipe, a discharge pipe is fixedly connected to the middle end of the front surface of the chamber, a control valve is fixedly installed at the middle end of the discharge pipe, and a second quick connector is fixedly installed on the front surface of the discharge pipe.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment, positioning pins are fixedly connected to all four sides of the top of the silo body, and positioning holes are opened on all four sides of the bottom of the fixed cylinder. The surface of the positioning pin is movably connected to the surface of the positioning hole. A rubber pad is fixedly installed at the lower end of the inner cavity of the fixed cylinder, and the bottom of the rubber pad contacts the top of the silo body.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0013] 1. This utility model, through the design of the hopper, can hold the required plastic powder during the powder coating process. The fixed cylinder provides a sealed protection for the top of the hopper, preventing the powder from scattering to the outside during powder coating. Simultaneously, the worm gear, worm wheel, rotating shaft, and support frame facilitate the easy pouring and collection of residual powder from inside the hopper into the fixed cylinder. Furthermore, the coordinated action of the vibrating motor, fixed frame, annular frame, and striking block vibrates and taps the side walls of the hopper after the powder is poured, causing the powder adhering to the inner wall of the hopper to quickly detach. This achieves the purpose of discharging and cleaning the powder inside the hopper during powder replacement operations. The overall operation is convenient and quick, improving the efficiency of powder replacement while facilitating daily work.

[0014] 2. This utility model achieves the purpose of guiding the annular frame through the setting of guide rods and guide grooves. Under the action of springs, it can provide elastic support between the guide rods and the annular frame. The setting of the support shaft achieves the purpose of supporting the left side of the chamber body and the support frame. The setting of brake casters facilitates the movement of the whole unit by personnel. The setting of the fixed cover can support the worm gear and protect the worm gear and worm wheel. The setting of hooks and buckles makes it easy for personnel to lock the fixed cylinder to the chamber body during use. The setting of the handle makes it easy for personnel to grip the fixed cylinder. The setting of the air inlet pipe and fluidized bed The fluidized bed, made of sintered metal plates with apertures ≤ μm, ensures that the airflow from the inlet pipe is evenly distributed into the powder inside the chamber without leakage, thus fluidizing the powder and facilitating subsequent powder coating operations. The outlet pipe allows for easy connection to external powder delivery pipelines during powder coating. Positioning pins and holes secure the fixed cylinder to the chamber, preventing misalignment during placement. Rubber gaskets enhance the sealing of the connection between the fixed cylinder and the chamber. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the front sectional view of the container body of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rear structure of the container body of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 2 A magnified view of section A in the image.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Support frame; 2. Chamber body; 3. Discharge pipe; 4. Air inlet pipe; 5. Brake caster; 6. Fixing cover; 7. Fixing cylinder; 8. Support shaft; 9. Fluidized bed; 10. Worm gear; 11. Rotating shaft; 12. Worm wheel; 13. Handle; 14. Buckle; 15. Hook; 16. Fixing frame; 17. Vibration motor; 18. Guide groove; 19. Annular frame; 20. Spring; 21. Guide rod; 22. Striking block; 23. Rubber pad; 24. Positioning pin; 25. Positioning hole. Detailed Implementation

[0020] 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.

[0021] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.

[0022] Example 1:

[0023] Please see Figures 1-4 As shown, this utility model provides a powder silo for quick material change, including a support frame 1 and a fixed frame 16. The upper right end of the support frame 1 is movably connected to a rotating shaft 11 via a bearing. A worm gear 12 is fixedly installed on the right side of the rotating shaft 11. A worm 10 is meshed at the bottom of the worm gear 12. A silo body 2 is fixedly connected to the left side of the rotating shaft 11. A fixed cylinder 7 is placed on the top of the silo body 2. A vibration motor 17 is fixedly installed on the back of the fixed frame 16. Both ends of the front surface of the fixed frame 16 are fixedly connected to an annular frame 19. A striking block 22 is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the annular frame 19. Guide grooves 18 are provided around the annular frame 19. A guide rod 21 is movably connected to the surface of the guide groove 18. The surface of the guide rod 21 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the silo body 2.

[0024] In this technical solution, the hopper 2 allows for the storage of the required powder coating during the powder coating process. The fixed cylinder 7 seals the top of the hopper 2, preventing the powder coating material from scattering to the outside. Simultaneously, the worm gear 10, worm wheel 12, rotating shaft 11, and support frame 1 facilitate the collection of residual powder coating material from the hopper 2 into the fixed cylinder 7. Furthermore, the vibration motor 17, fixed frame 16, annular frame 19, and striking block 22 work together to vibrate and discharge the powder coating material from the side walls of the hopper 2 after the material coating is poured out. This allows the powder coating material adhering to the inner wall of the hopper 2 to be quickly removed, thus achieving the purpose of discharging and cleaning the powder coating material inside the hopper 2 during powder coating material replacement operations. The overall operation is convenient and quick, improving the efficiency of material replacement operations while facilitating daily work for personnel.

[0025] Example 2:

[0026] Based on Embodiment 1, this utility model is as follows: Figures 1-4 As shown, a spring 20 is fixedly connected to the surface of the guide rod 21, and the surface of the spring 20 contacts the surface of the annular frame 19. A support shaft 8 is fixedly connected to the upper left end of the outer surface of the compartment 2. The left side of the support shaft 8 is movably connected to the upper left end of the support frame 1 via a bearing. Brake casters 5 are movably connected to the bottom of the support frame 1 around its perimeter via bearings. A fixing cover 6 is fixedly connected to the upper right end of the support frame 1. The two ends of the worm gear 10 are movably connected to the inner cavity of the fixing cover 6 via bearings. Hooks 15 are fixedly connected to the upper ends of both sides of the outer surface of the compartment 2. Buckles 14 are fixedly installed at the lower ends of both sides of the outer surface of the fixing cylinder 7. The middle ends of both sides of the outer surface of the fixing cylinder 7 are fixed. A handle 13 is connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the chamber 2. A fluidized bed 9 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the front surface of the chamber 2. An air inlet pipe 4 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the front surface of the chamber 2. A first quick connector is fixedly installed on the front surface of the air inlet pipe 4. A discharge pipe 3 is fixedly connected to the middle of the front surface of the chamber 2. A control valve is fixedly installed at the middle of the discharge pipe 3. A second quick connector is fixedly installed on the front surface of the discharge pipe 3. Positioning pins 24 are fixedly connected to the top of the chamber 2 around the perimeter. Positioning holes 25 are opened around the bottom of the fixed cylinder 7. The surface of the positioning pin 24 is movably connected to the surface of the positioning hole 25. A rubber pad 23 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the inner cavity of the fixed cylinder 7. The bottom of the rubber pad 23 contacts the top of the chamber 2.

[0027] In this technical solution, the guide rod 21 and guide groove 18 are used to guide the annular frame 19. The spring 20 provides elastic support between the guide rod 21 and the annular frame 19. The support shaft 8 provides support between the left side of the chamber 2 and the support frame 1. The brake caster 5 facilitates movement of the entire assembly. The fixed cover 6 supports the worm gear 10 and protects the area around the worm gear 10 and worm wheel 12. The hook 15 and buckle 14 allow for easy locking of the fixed cylinder 7 to the chamber 2 during use. The handle 13 facilitates gripping the fixed cylinder 7. The air inlet pipe 4... The fluidized bed 9, with the air inlet pipe 4, can be connected to the external air supply pipeline. Since the fluidized bed 9 is made of sintered metal plate with a pore size ≤10μm, it can ensure that the airflow delivered by the air inlet pipe 4 is evenly distributed to the plastic powder inside the chamber 2 without leakage, so that the plastic powder is fluidized, which facilitates the subsequent plastic powder spraying operation. The discharge pipe 3 facilitates the connection between the personnel and the external plastic powder conveying pipeline during the plastic powder spraying operation. The positioning pin 24 and positioning hole 25 can position the fixed cylinder 7 and the chamber 2 to prevent the fixed cylinder 7 and the chamber 2 from shifting during placement. The rubber gasket 23 improves the sealing of the connection between the fixed cylinder 7 and the chamber 2.

[0028] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The hopper 2 allows for the storage of the required powder coating during the powder coating process. The fixed cylinder 7 seals the top of the hopper 2, preventing the powder coating material from scattering to the outside. When personnel need to change the powder coating material inside the hopper 2 during powder coating, the worm gear 10 is rotated, causing the worm wheel 12 and the rotating shaft 11 to rotate along the bearing on the support frame 1. The rotation of the rotating shaft 11 causes the hopper 2 and the fixed cylinder 7 to rotate until they have rotated half a revolution, thus removing the remaining powder coating material inside the hopper 2. The powder can be poured into the fixed cylinder 7. Then, when the vibration motor 17 is started, it can drive the fixed frame 16, the annular frame 19 and the striking block 22 to vibrate. Under the action of vibration, the striking block 22 can contact the surface of the chamber 2 and strike it. Under the action of striking vibration, the plastic powder attached to the inner wall of the chamber 2 can be quickly removed, thereby achieving the effect of cleaning the plastic powder attached to the inner wall of the chamber 2. After the plastic powder is cleaned, the fixed cylinder 7 can be removed from the bottom of the chamber 2. Then, the worm gear 10 is operated to rotate, which drives the worm wheel 12, the rotating shaft 11 and the chamber 2 to rotate and reset. Then, new plastic powder can be added into the chamber 2.

[0029] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this utility model without departing from the essence and scope of the technical solutions of this utility model.

Claims

1. A powder silo for rapid material change, comprising a support frame (1) and a fixing frame (16), characterized in that: The upper right end of the support frame (1) is movably connected to a rotating shaft (11) via a bearing. A worm gear (12) is fixedly installed on the right side of the rotating shaft (11). A worm (10) meshes with the bottom of the worm gear (12). A chamber (2) is fixedly connected to the left side of the rotating shaft (11). A fixed cylinder (7) is placed on the top of the chamber (2). A vibration motor (17) is fixedly installed on the back of the fixed frame (16). A ring frame (19) is fixedly connected to both ends of the front surface of the fixed frame (16). A striking block (22) is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the ring frame (19). Guide grooves (18) are opened around the ring frame (19). A guide rod (21) is movably connected to the surface of the guide groove (18). The surface of the guide rod (21) is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the chamber (2).

2. The powder silo for rapid material change according to claim 1, characterized in that: A spring (20) is fixedly connected to the surface of the guide rod (21), and the surface of the spring (20) contacts the surface of the annular frame (19).

3. The powder silo for rapid material change according to claim 1, characterized in that: A support shaft (8) is fixedly connected to the upper left side of the outer surface of the chamber (2). The left side of the support shaft (8) is movably connected to the upper left side of the support frame (1) through a bearing. Brake casters (5) are movably connected to the bottom of the support frame (1) around all four sides through bearings.

4. The powder silo for rapid material change according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper right end of the support frame (1) is fixedly connected to a fixed cover (6), and the two ends of the worm (10) are movably connected to the inner cavity of the fixed cover (6) through bearings.

5. A powder silo for rapid material change according to claim 1, characterized in that: Hooks (15) are fixedly connected to the upper ends of both sides of the outer surface of the container (2), buckles (14) are fixedly installed on the lower ends of both sides of the outer surface of the fixing cylinder (7), and handles (13) are fixedly connected to the middle ends of both sides of the outer surface of the fixing cylinder (7).

6. The powder silo for rapid material change according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fluidized bed (9) is fixedly installed at the lower end of the inner cavity of the chamber (2). An air inlet pipe (4) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the front surface of the chamber (2). A first quick connector is fixedly installed on the front surface of the air inlet pipe (4). A discharge pipe (3) is fixedly connected to the middle end of the front surface of the chamber (2). A control valve is fixedly installed at the middle end of the discharge pipe (3). A second quick connector is fixedly installed on the front surface of the discharge pipe (3).

7. A powder silo for rapid material change according to claim 1, characterized in that: Positioning pins (24) are fixedly connected to the top of the silo (2) around the perimeter. Positioning holes (25) are opened around the bottom of the fixed cylinder (7). The surface of the positioning pins (24) is movably connected to the surface of the positioning holes (25). A rubber pad (23) is fixedly installed at the lower end of the inner cavity of the fixed cylinder (7). The bottom of the rubber pad (23) contacts the top of the silo (2).