A precision suction cup arranging machine
By designing a sophisticated suction cup tray feeding machine, the machine tool loading and unloading process is automated and precise using the components of the feeding device. This solves the problems of high labor intensity, low efficiency, and numerous safety hazards in traditional methods, thereby improving production efficiency and safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- WUXI HENGHAO MACHINERY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
Traditional machine tool loading and unloading methods rely on manual operation or robotic arms, which are characterized by high labor intensity, low efficiency, and numerous safety hazards. Furthermore, robotic arms lack flexibility and adaptability, failing to meet the processing needs of different workpieces.
A precision suction cup tray feeding machine was designed. The feeding device includes components such as a feeding frame, feeding roller, feeding plate, tensioning roller and feeding motor to achieve stability and accuracy in the feeding process. Combined with the guiding effect of the clamping roller, it ensures that the material accurately enters the suction cup box.
It improves the automation level of the loading and unloading process, ensures the stability and accuracy of material feeding, adapts to the needs of different tray positions, and enhances production efficiency and safety.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of suction cup tray stacking machines, and more specifically, relates to a precision suction cup tray stacking machine. Background Technology
[0002] In modern manufacturing, machine tools, as core processing equipment, have always been a key focus for the industry in terms of automating and improving the efficiency of their loading and unloading processes. Traditional machine tool loading and unloading methods mainly rely on manual operation or robotic arms. While these methods have improved production efficiency to some extent, they also face many challenges. Manual operation suffers from high labor intensity, low efficiency, and numerous safety hazards, while traditional robotic arms have limitations in terms of flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to handle different workpieces.
[0003] In recent years, with the continuous development of industrial automation technology, vacuum suction cup technology has been widely used in the field of industrial automation. Vacuum suction cups utilize the principle of vacuum to generate suction force, enabling the stable fixation, handling, or positioning of objects. They have demonstrated an irreplaceable role in many fields such as industrial automation, logistics handling, and precision manufacturing. In terms of materials, rubber vacuum suction cups have good elasticity and sealing properties, suitable for general industrial environments; silicone vacuum suction cups have excellent high-temperature resistance and chemical stability, functioning in high-temperature or corrosive environments; polyurethane vacuum suction cups have strong wear resistance and tear resistance, suitable for heavy-duty or frequent use scenarios. In terms of shape, flat vacuum suction cups are suitable for adsorption on flat surfaces; corrugated vacuum suction cups enhance adhesion to irregular surfaces through their corrugated design; and specially shaped vacuum suction cups can accurately grasp curved surfaces or objects with special structures. In terms of function, standard vacuum suction cups meet general adsorption needs; vacuum suction cups with buffer functions can automatically adjust suction force during adsorption to protect the adsorbed object; and vacuum suction cups with guiding functions achieve precise control of the object's position through a built-in guiding mechanism.
[0004] The inventors believe that when the suction cup tray conveyor transports materials, placing the materials into the suction cup box via the feeding device results in the materials not being able to rotate within the grooves of the suction cup box. Utility Model Content
[0005] One objective of this invention is to increase the accuracy of the feeding device in feeding the suction cup box.
[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a precision suction cup tray arrangement machine.
[0007] To achieve the aforementioned utility model objective, the technical solution adopted by this utility model includes: a feeding device is further provided on the machine tool, the feeding device includes a feeding frame that is horizontally arranged and whose length direction is perpendicular to the length direction of the conveyor belt, two feeding rollers with horizontal axes and perpendicular to the length direction of the feeding frame are rotatably connected on the feeding frame, a feeding plate that can slide along the length direction of the feeding frame is provided above the feeding frame corresponding to the conveyor belt, a tensioning roller with an axis parallel to the axis of the feeding roller is rotatably connected below the feeding plate, a rotating roller with an axis parallel to the axis of the tensioning roller is rotatably connected below the feeding plate on the feeding frame, and a feeding belt that can abut against the feeding roller and the tensioning roller is provided on the outer sleeve of the feeding roller.
[0008] Optionally, a feeding motor is installed on the side of the feeding rack away from the conveyor belt. The output shaft of the feeding motor abuts against the feeding belt, and the rotation of the output shaft of the feeding motor can drive the feeding belt to convey materials.
[0009] Optionally, the feeding frame is provided with two clamping rollers above the feeding motor, with their axes parallel to the tensioning rollers. The two clamping rollers are on the same horizontal plane and both abut against the feeding belt. The feeding motor is located between the two clamping rollers. After the feeding belt abuts against either clamping roller, it abuts against the output shaft of the feeding motor and finally abuts against the other clamping roller.
[0010] Optionally, the feeding belt abuts against the feeding roller and tension roller to transmit power.
[0011] Optionally, the tensioning roller cooperates with the rotating roller to maintain the tension of the feeding belt.
[0012] Optionally, the feeding plate can slide along the length of the feeding rack to adjust its position.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model include:
[0014] (1) The present invention provides a precision suction cup tray feeding machine. Through the sliding design of the feeding plate along the length of the feeding frame, combined with the tensioning effect of the tensioning roller on the feeding belt, the guiding effect of the clamping roller on the feeding belt, and the driving effect of the feeding motor on the feeding belt, the stability of the feeding process is ensured. At the same time, the position adaptability design of the feeding plate can meet the precise feeding requirements of different tray positions. Attached Figure Description
[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0016] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of a precision suction cup tray arrangement machine according to the present invention;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a partial schematic diagram of the feeding device of a precision suction cup tray feeding machine according to the present invention;
[0018] Figure label:
[0019] 11. Machine tool; 21. Conveying device; 22. Conveying roller; 23. Drive motor; 24. Conveyor belt; 31. Feeding device; 32. Feeding rack; 33. Discharging rod; 34. Suction cup box; 36. Slide carriage; 37. Suction cup machine; 41. Unloading device; 51. Feeding device; 52. Feeding rack; 53. Feeding roller; 54. Feeding plate; 55. Tensioning roller; 56. Rotating roller; 57. Feeding belt; 58. Feeding motor; 59. Clamping roller;
[0020] In the accompanying drawings, the same parts are labeled with the same reference numerals; the drawings are not drawn to scale. Detailed Implementation
[0021] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the inventors of this case, through long-term research and extensive practice, have proposed the technical solution of this utility model. The technical solution, its implementation process, and principles will be further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation examples.
[0022] It should be noted that the embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. The described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, the present invention covers any substitutions, modifications, equivalent methods and solutions made within the spirit, principles and scope of the present invention as defined by the claims. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0023] In the description of this application, the terms "first," "second," "third," and similar words do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms "a" or "one," and similar words, do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one. The terms "comprising" or "including," and similar words, mean that the elements or objects preceding "comprising" or "including" encompass the elements or objects listed following "comprising" or "including," and their equivalents, but do not exclude other elements or objects. The terms "connected" or "linked," and similar words, are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect.
[0024] In the description of this application, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used solely for the convenience of describing this application and for simplification, 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 application. Furthermore, when using positional terms such as "both sides," "outer side," and "upper and lower," it should be understood that they are used only for ease of understanding and description, taking into account that the structure may be oriented to other positions.
[0025] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the technical or scientific terms used shall have the ordinary meaning understood by a person with ordinary skills in the art to which this application pertains. Terms such as “installation,” “connection,” and “joining” shall be interpreted broadly, for example, as fixed connection, detachable connection, mating connection, or integral connection. For a person skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0026] This utility model embodiment is intended to introduce and explain the structural composition of a precision suction cup tray arranging machine and the cooperation relationship between the various components. Unless otherwise specified, the dimensions, materials, and manufacturing processes of the various components suitable for a precision suction cup tray arranging machine in this utility model embodiment can be selected according to specific circumstances, and no special limitations or explanations are made here.
[0027] Furthermore, to provide the public with a better understanding of this utility model, certain specific details are described in detail in the following description. However, those skilled in the art can fully understand this utility model even without these detailed descriptions.
[0028] Example 1
[0029] Please see Figure 1-2 As shown, a precision suction cup tray stacking machine includes a machine tool 11, which is horizontally arranged with its upper surface horizontally arranged. A conveying device 21 is provided on the machine tool 11, a feeding device 31 is provided on one side of the machine tool 11 corresponding to the conveying device 21, and a discharging device 41 is provided on the other side of the machine tool 11 corresponding to the conveying device 21.
[0030] Please see Figure 1-2As shown, the conveying device 21 includes two conveying rollers 22, which are rotatably connected to the machine tool 11. The two conveying rollers 22 are respectively arranged on both sides of the machine tool 11. A drive motor 23 is arranged on the machine tool 11 at the position corresponding to the conveying rollers 22. The output shaft of the drive motor 23 extends into the machine tool 11 and is horizontally arranged. The output shaft of the drive motor 23 is fixedly connected to the corresponding conveying roller 22. A conveyor belt 24 is provided over the two conveying rollers 22.
[0031] In use, the drive motor 23 rotates to drive the conveyor roller 22 to rotate. Since both are driven by the conveyor roller 22, they have the same angular velocity, which makes it easy to control the movement speed.
[0032] Please see Figure 1-2 As shown, the feeding device 31 includes a feeding frame 32, which is inclined. The lower point of the feeding frame 32 is on the side closer to the conveyor belt 24, and the feeding frame 32 is inclined upward towards the side away from the conveyor belt 24. The feeding frame 32 is hollow, and the hollow opening of the feeding frame 32 can hold the suction cup box 34. A feeding rod 33 is provided on the upper surface of the feeding frame 32 near the conveyor belt 24, and the feeding rod 33 is perpendicular to the upper surface of the feeding frame 32.
[0033] Please see Figure 1-2 As shown, a slide 36 is provided under the loading rack 32. The slide 36 is inclined, with the lower point of the slide 36 being the side closer to the conveyor belt 24. The slide 36 is inclined upward towards the side away from the conveyor belt 24. The inclination angle of the slide 36 is the same as that of the loading rack 32. A suction cup machine 37 is provided on the side of the slide 36 away from the conveyor belt 24. The suction cup machine 37 is located below the loading rack 32. The suction cup machine 37 is used to pick up the suction cup box 34 that is stuck in the hollow position of the loading rack 32 and then pull it onto the slide 36. Then the suction cup releases its suction force, causing the suction cup box 34 to slide down along the slide 36.
[0034] In use, the suction cup boxes 34 are stacked on the feeding rack 32 in sequence and arranged along the axis of the feeding rod 33. The suction cup box 34 at the bottom is snapped into the hollow slot of the feeding rack 32. The suction cup of the suction cup machine 37 can hold the suction cup box 34 snapped into the hollow position of the feeding rack 32 and then pull it to the extension plane of the slide 36. Then the suction cup releases the suction force, causing the suction cup box 34 to slide down along the slide 36.
[0035] Please see Figure 1-2As shown, a feeding device 51 is provided on one side of the frame. The feeding device 51 includes a feeding frame 52, which is horizontally arranged and its length direction is perpendicular to the length direction of the conveyor belt 24. Two feeding rollers 53 are rotatably connected to the feeding frame 52. The axes of the feeding rollers 53 are horizontally arranged and their axes are perpendicular to the length direction of the feeding frame 52. A feeding plate 54 is provided above the feeding frame 52 corresponding to the conveyor belt 24. The feeding plate 54 is horizontally set and can slide along the length of the feeding frame 52. A tension roller 55 is rotatably connected to the lower part of the feeding plate 54. The axis of the tension roller 55 is parallel to the axis of the feeding roller 53. A rotating roller 56 is rotatably connected to the lower part of the feeding frame 52. The axis of the rotating roller 56 is parallel to the axis of the tension roller 55. A feeding belt 57 is provided on the outer sleeve of the feeding roller 53. The feeding belt 57 can abut against the feeding roller 53 and the tension roller 55.
[0036] Please see Figure 1-2 As shown, a feeding motor 58 is installed on the feeding rack 52 away from the conveyor belt 24. The output shaft of the feeding motor 58 abuts against the feeding belt 57. The rotation of the output shaft of the feeding motor 58 can drive the feeding belt 57 to convey. Two clamping rollers 59 are arranged above the feeding motor 58 on the feeding rack 52. The axis of the clamping rollers 59 is parallel to the tension roller 55. The two clamping rollers 59 are on the same horizontal plane. Both clamping rollers 59 abut against the feeding belt 57. The feeding motor 58 is located between the two clamping rollers 59. After the feeding belt 57 abuts against one of the clamping rollers 59, it abuts against the output shaft of the feeding motor 58, and finally abuts against the other clamping roller 59.
[0037] The advantages of this invention are as follows: The drive motor 23 drives the conveyor belt 24 through the conveyor roller 22. The conveyor gear rotates synchronously with the conveyor roller 22. Since both are driven by the conveyor roller 22, their angular velocities are consistent, making it easy to control the moving speed of the conveyor belt 24. The loading rack 32 is inclined, and the suction cup boxes 34 are stacked sequentially and arranged along the axis of the unloading rod 33. The bottommost suction cup box 34 is inserted into the hollow slot of the loading rack 32. After the suction cup machine 37 picks up the suction cup box 34, it is pulled to the slide 36. The slide 36 is inclined at an angle. Similar to the feeding rack 32, the suction cup box 34 slides down along the slide 36 to achieve automatic feeding; in the feeding device 51, the feeding motor 58 drives the feeding belt 57 to rotate, the feeding belt 57 abuts against the feeding roller 53 and the tensioning roller 55 to transmit power, the feeding plate 54 can slide along the length of the feeding rack 52 to adjust its position, the tensioning roller 55 and the rotating roller 56 cooperate to keep the feeding belt 57 taut, the two clamping rollers 59 and the output shaft of the feeding motor 58 work together to ensure the stable transmission of the feeding belt 57 and complete the feeding action.
[0038] It should be understood that the above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of this utility model, and are intended to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of this utility model and implement it accordingly. It should not be considered that the specific implementation of this utility model is limited to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art to which this utility model pertains, several simple deductions or substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of this utility model. All equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit and essence of this utility model should be covered within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A precision suction cup tray stacking machine, characterized in that: The system includes a machine tool (11), a conveying device (21), a loading device (31), and a unloading device (41). The machine tool (11) is further characterized by a feeding device (51). The feeding device (51) includes a feeding frame (52) arranged horizontally and perpendicular to the length direction of the conveyor belt (24). Two feeding rollers (53) with horizontal axes and perpendicular to the length direction of the feeding frame (52) are rotatably connected to the feeding frame (52). The feeding frame (52) corresponds to the conveyor belt. Above the belt (24) is a feeding plate (54) that can slide along the length of the feeding frame (52). Below the feeding plate (54) is a tensioning roller (55) whose axis is parallel to the axis of the feeding roller (53). Below the feeding frame (52) is a rotating roller (56) whose axis is parallel to the axis of the tensioning roller (55). The feeding roller (53) is covered with a feeding belt (57) that can abut against the feeding roller (53) and the tensioning roller (55).
2. The precision suction cup tray stacking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A feeding motor (58) is provided on the side of the feeding rack (52) away from the conveyor belt (24). The output shaft of the feeding motor (58) abuts against the feeding belt (57). The rotation of the output shaft of the feeding motor (58) can drive the feeding belt (57) to be conveyed.
3. A precision suction cup tray arrangement machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The feeding frame (52) is equipped with two clamping rollers (59) whose axes are parallel to the tension rollers (55) above the feeding motor (58). The two clamping rollers (59) are on the same horizontal plane and both abut against the feeding belt (57). The feeding motor (58) is located between the two clamping rollers (59). After the feeding belt (57) abuts against either clamping roller (59), it abuts against the output shaft of the feeding motor (58) and finally abuts against the other clamping roller (59).
4. A precision suction cup tray stacking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding belt (57) abuts against the feeding roller (53) and the tensioning roller (55) to transmit power.
5. A precision suction cup tray arrangement machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tensioning roller (55) works in conjunction with the rotating roller (56) to keep the feeding belt (57) taut.
6. A precision suction cup tray stacking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding plate (54) can slide along the length of the feeding rack (52) to adjust its position.