Automatic lifting control device of filling capping machine

By designing a retractable and concealable limit detection component, the problem of contamination and damage to the sensing structure of the filling and capping machine during shutdown or maintenance is solved, achieving dust prevention and scratch prevention of the equipment, and ensuring the normal operation reliability and accuracy of the equipment.

CN224258228UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-19FUJIAN YANJING HUIQUAN BREWERY CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
FUJIAN YANJING HUIQUAN BREWERY CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-29
Publication Date
2026-05-19

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Technical Problem

The existing automatic lifting control device of the filling and capping machine is easily contaminated or damaged by dust when it is stopped or under maintenance, which affects its normal operation.

Method used

An automatic lifting control device was designed, featuring a retractable and concealable limit detection component. The device includes a control unit, a lifting unit, and a limit detection component. The detection plate extends for detection via a transmission screw and a motor-driven transmission block. An infrared sensor is used to accurately detect the position of the capping head.

Benefits of technology

This ensures that the sensing structure is protected from contamination and damage during shutdown or maintenance, thus guaranteeing the reliability and accuracy of the equipment's normal operation.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an automatic lifting control device of a filling capping machine. The automatic lifting control device structurally comprises a control unit and a lifting unit, the lifting unit is arranged on one side of the control unit; the control unit comprises a control box and a touch panel which are fixedly connected with the lifting unit, the touch panel is arranged on the end face, away from the lifting unit, of the control box, a storage groove with a downward opening is formed in the front portion of the control box, a transmission lead screw is vertically and rotatably arranged in the storage groove, and a motor for driving the transmission lead screw to rotate is arranged at the top of the storage groove. The transmission lead screw is in threaded connection with the limiting detection assembly, the automatic lifting control device is provided with the limiting detection assembly capable of being stored and hidden, in the equipment shutdown or maintenance process, the limiting detection assembly is stored in the storage groove, and the beneficial effects of dust prevention and scratch prevention in the maintenance process are achieved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of filling cap press technology, and in particular to an automatic lifting control device for a filling cap press. Background Technology

[0002] A filling and capping machine is an automated packaging device primarily used for filling and capping liquids or semi-fluids. It is widely used in the beverage, food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Its core functions include precise filling and reliable capping, achieving high-efficiency production through integrated design.

[0003] The existing automatic lifting control device for filling and capping machines uses a sensor structure on the frame to detect the position of the capping head for the detection and control of the lifting mechanism. During the maintenance or shutdown of the filling and capping machine, the exposed sensor structure is prone to getting covered with dust or being scratched during maintenance, which affects the subsequent normal operation. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine to solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0006] This utility model provides an automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine, the structure of which includes a control unit and a lifting unit; the lifting unit is located on one side of the control unit; the control unit includes a control box and a touch panel fixedly connected to the lifting unit, the touch panel is located on the end face of the control box away from the lifting unit, the front of the control box has a downward-facing storage slot, a transmission screw is vertically rotatably installed in the storage slot, a motor for driving the transmission screw is installed at the top of the storage slot, and a limit detection component is threadedly connected to the transmission screw; the limit detection component includes a vertically installed positioning rod and a transmission block located at the top rear end face of the positioning rod and threadedly connected to the transmission screw, a folding slot is provided on the bottom of the positioning rod facing the lifting unit, a hinge seat is provided at the bottom of the folding slot, a detection plate is hinged to the hinge seat so that the detection plate is folded into the folding slot through the hinge seat, and a plurality of sensing modules for detecting the lifting of the lifting unit are spaced apart on the detection plate.

[0007] In the above technical solution, the automatic lifting control device has a retractable limit detection component. During equipment shutdown or maintenance, the limit detection component is stored in the storage slot, which has the advantages of dust prevention and preventing scratches during maintenance. During operation, the touch panel controls the motor to run, the motor drives the transmission screw to rotate, the transmission screw drives the threaded transmission block to move down along the slide rail, and the transmission block drives the positioning rod to extend out of the storage slot. After reaching the appropriate detection position, the detection plate is rotated out of the folding slot, so that the sensing module on the detection plate is aligned with the moving area of ​​the capping head. Finally, the wire is connected to the power socket, and the infrared sensor in the sensing module can operate. The capping head performs the capping work under the drive of the lifting drive cylinder. After reaching the set position, the infrared sensor detects it and sends a signal to the touch panel, and the touch panel controls the lifting drive cylinder to stop running.

[0008] In one embodiment, for lifting operations, the lifting unit includes a column connected to a control box, a lifting drive cylinder located on the front end of the column, the output end of the lifting drive cylinder facing downwards and having a pressure head, and a sensing area adapted to the sensing module at the end of the pressure head facing the control box.

[0009] In one embodiment, for detection purposes, the sensing module includes a positioning tube with its opening facing the sensing area, and an infrared sensor detachably connected inside the positioning tube. The outer wall of the positioning tube is provided with a power socket for connecting a power supply wire of an external device to power the infrared sensor. The infrared sensor is connected to the touch panel via a radio signal.

[0010] In one embodiment, to improve detection accuracy, the sensing area is specifically one of electrical tape, matte paint layer, or frosted dark metal sheet.

[0011] In one embodiment, in order for the detection plate to be in a horizontal state after rotating out of the folding groove, the sensing module on it can perform planar detection on the pressure cap head, and the maximum rotation angle of the detection plate is ninety degrees.

[0012] In one embodiment, in order to perform sliding limit, the inner wall of the receiving groove is provided with a slide rail to limit the rotation of the transmission block.

[0013] In one embodiment, for threaded transmission, the transmission block is provided with an internal threaded hole adapted to the transmission lead screw.

[0014] The advantages or beneficial effects of the above technical solutions include at least the following:

[0015] This utility model discloses an automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine. The automatic lifting control device has a retractable limit detection component. During equipment shutdown or maintenance, the limit detection component is stored in a storage slot, which has the advantages of dust prevention and preventing scratches during maintenance. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the principles of the present invention. These drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine according to the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a frontal cross-sectional view of the control unit.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the storage structure of the limit detection component;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded state structure of the limit detection component. Detailed Implementation

[0021] Embodiments of the present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While some embodiments of the present invention are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the present invention. It should be understood that the accompanying drawings and embodiments of the present invention are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0023] It should be understood that the term "comprising" and its variations as used herein are open-ended, meaning "including but not limited to". The term "based on" means "at least partially based on". The term "one embodiment" means "at least one embodiment"; the term "another embodiment" means "at least one additional embodiment"; the term "some embodiments" means "at least some embodiments". Definitions of other terms will be given in the following description. It should be noted that the concepts of "first", "second", etc., mentioned in this utility model are only used to distinguish different devices, modules, or units, and are not used to limit the order of functions performed by these devices, modules, or units or their interdependencies.

[0024] It should be noted that the terms "a" and "several" used in this utility model are illustrative rather than restrictive. Those skilled in the art should understand that, unless otherwise expressly indicated in the context, they should be understood as "one or more".

[0025] The names of the messages or information exchanged between the multiple devices in this embodiment of the invention are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of these messages or information.

[0026] Reference Figures 1-4 An automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine includes a control unit 1 and a lifting unit 2. The lifting unit 2 is located on one side of the control unit 1. The control unit 1 includes a control box 11 fixedly connected to the lifting unit 2 and a touch panel 12. The touch panel 12 is located on the end face of the control box 11 away from the lifting unit 2. The front of the control box 11 has a downward-facing storage slot 13. A transmission screw 14 is vertically rotatably mounted in the storage slot 13. A motor 15 that drives the transmission screw 14 to rotate is located at the top of the storage slot 13. A limit detection component 16 is threadedly connected to the transmission screw 14. The touch panel 12 consists of a display screen and a controller. The system comprises a controller for controlling the operation of the lifting unit 2, the motor 15, and the limit detection component 16. The limit detection component 16 includes a vertically arranged positioning rod 161 and a transmission block 162 located on the top rear end face of the positioning rod 161 and threadedly connected to the transmission screw 14. The bottom of the positioning rod 161 is provided with a folding groove 163 on the side facing the lifting unit 2. The bottom of the folding groove 163 is provided with a hinge seat 164. A detection plate 165 is hinged to the hinge seat 164 so that the detection plate 165 is folded into the folding groove 163 through the hinge seat 164. The detection plate 165 is provided with several sensing modules at intervals for detecting the lifting of the lifting unit 2.

[0027] In the above technical solution, the automatic lifting control device has a retractable limit detection component 16. During equipment shutdown or maintenance, the limit detection component 16 is stored in the storage slot 13, which has the advantages of dust prevention and preventing scratches during maintenance. During operation, the touch panel 12 controls the motor 15 to run, the motor 15 drives the transmission screw 14 to rotate, the transmission screw 14 drives the threaded transmission block 162 to move down along the slide rail, and the transmission block 162 drives the positioning rod 161 to extend out of the storage slot 13. After reaching the appropriate detection position, the detection plate 165 is rotated out of the folding slot 163, so that the sensing module on the detection plate 165 is aligned with the moving area of ​​the pressure head 23. Finally, the wire is connected to the power socket 168, and the infrared sensor in the sensing module can operate. The pressure head 23 performs the pressure work under the drive of the lifting drive cylinder 22. After reaching the set position, the infrared sensor detects and sends a signal to the touch panel 12. The touch panel 12 controls the lifting drive cylinder 22 to stop running.

[0028] In one embodiment, in order to perform lifting operations, the lifting unit 2 includes a column 21 connected to the control box 11 and a lifting drive cylinder 22 provided on the front end face of the column 21. The output end of the lifting drive cylinder 22 faces downward and is provided with a pressure head 23. The end of the pressure head 23 facing the control box 11 is provided with a sensing area 231 adapted to the sensing module.

[0029] The touch panel 12 is used to control the operation of the motor 15 and the lifting drive cylinder 22. The lifting drive cylinder 22 is one of the following: hydraulic cylinder, electric cylinder, and pneumatic cylinder, preferably an electric cylinder.

[0030] In one embodiment, for detection purposes, the sensing module includes a positioning tube 167 with an opening facing the sensing area 231, and an infrared sensor detachably connected to the positioning tube 167. The outer wall of the positioning tube 167 is provided with a power socket 168 for connecting the power supply wire of an external device to power the infrared sensor. The infrared sensor is connected to the touch panel 12 via a radio signal.

[0031] In one embodiment, to improve detection accuracy, the sensing area 231 is specifically made of electrical tape, which is easy to replace and does not damage the structure of the pressure cap 23.

[0032] In one embodiment, to improve detection accuracy, the sensing area 231 is specifically one of a matte paint layer or a frosted dark metal sheet, which is more durable.

[0033] In one embodiment, in order for the detection plate 165 to be in a horizontal state after rotating out of the folding groove 163, the sensing module on it can perform planar detection on the pressure head 23, and the maximum rotation angle of the detection plate 165 is ninety degrees.

[0034] In one embodiment, in order to perform sliding limit, the inner wall of the receiving groove 13 is provided with a slide rail to limit the rotation of the transmission block 162.

[0035] In one embodiment, for threaded transmission, the transmission block 162 is provided with an internal threaded hole 166 that is adapted to the transmission screw 14.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, 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.

[0037] Those skilled in the art should understand that the above embodiments are merely for clearly illustrating the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make other changes or modifications based on the above disclosure, and these changes or modifications still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine, characterized in that: Its structure includes a control unit (1); The lifting unit (2) is located on one side of the control unit (1); The control unit (1) includes a control box (11) and a touch panel (12) fixedly connected to the lifting unit (2). The touch panel (12) is located on the end face of the control box (11) away from the lifting unit (2). The front of the control box (11) is provided with a storage slot (13) with the opening facing downward. A transmission screw (14) is vertically rotatably provided in the storage slot (13). A motor (15) for driving the transmission screw (14) to rotate is provided at the top of the storage slot (13). A limit detection component (16) is threadedly connected to the transmission screw (14). The limit detection component (16) includes a vertically arranged positioning rod (161) and a transmission block (162) located on the top rear end face of the positioning rod (161) and threadedly connected to the transmission screw (14). The bottom of the positioning rod (161) is provided with a folding groove (163) on the side facing the lifting unit (2). The bottom of the folding groove (163) is provided with a hinge seat (164). A detection plate (165) is hinged to the hinge seat (164) so ​​that the detection plate (165) is folded into the folding groove (163) through the hinge seat (164). A number of sensing modules for detecting the lifting of the lifting unit (2) are provided at intervals on the detection plate (165).

2. The automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting unit (2) includes a column (21) connected to the control box (11) and a lifting drive cylinder (22) provided on the front end of the column (21). The output end of the lifting drive cylinder (22) faces downward and is provided with a pressure head (23). The end of the pressure head (23) facing the control box (11) is provided with a sensing area (231) adapted to the sensing module.

3. The automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sensing module includes a positioning tube (167) with its opening facing the sensing area (231) and an infrared sensor detachably connected to the positioning tube (167). The outer wall of the positioning tube (167) is provided with a power socket (168) for connecting the power supply wire of the peripheral device to power the infrared sensor. The infrared sensor is connected to the touch panel (12) via a radio signal.

4. The automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The sensing area (231) is specifically one of electrical tape, matte paint layer, or frosted dark metal sheet.

5. The automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The maximum rotation angle of the detection plate (165) is ninety degrees.

6. The automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the storage groove (13) is provided with a slide rail to restrict the rotation of the transmission block (162).

7. The automatic lifting control device for a filling and capping machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The transmission block (162) is provided with an internal threaded hole (166) that is compatible with the transmission lead screw (14).