A semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment

Abstract

This application relates to a semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment, including a frame and a dispensing machine mounted on the frame. The dispensing head of the dispensing machine moves within a spatial range to apply adhesive to the acupoint patch. The frame is equipped with a slide table and a drive assembly. The slide table is equipped with a first fixture and a second fixture, which are used to place the acupoint patch. The drive assembly is used to drive the slide table to slide back and forth below the dispensing head, and both the first fixture and the second fixture can reach directly below the dispensing head. This application has the effect of improving the production efficiency of acupoint patches.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of acupoint patch production, and in particular to a semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Acupoint patches are a traditional Chinese medicine therapy that involves applying medicine (such as herbal ointments or oils) to specific acupoints on the body. Through the stimulation of the acupoints by the medicine and its own pharmacological effects, it achieves the purpose of preventing and treating diseases or maintaining health.

[0003] There is an acupoint patch with a heating pack. When the user applies the patch to the skin, the heating pack heats up, transferring heat to the skin and the patch to improve the skin's absorption efficiency of the medication. To enhance user convenience, after the patch is manufactured, an adhesive is applied to it. Then, the operator uses the adhesive to fix the heating pack to the patch.

[0004] When producing acupoint patches with heating packs, the heating packs generate heat through a chemical reaction. This reaction occurs when the heating pack comes into contact with air. Therefore, operators need to quickly apply adhesive to the acupoint patch using a glue gun, attach the heating pack, and then seal the patch to stop heating. However, this method requires operators to first apply adhesive to the acupoint patch and then attach the heating pack, which is relatively time-consuming. The heating efficiency of the heating pack may also be reduced during user use, indicating room for improvement. Utility Model Content

[0005] To improve the production efficiency of acupoint patches, this application provides a semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment.

[0006] The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment provided in this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment includes a frame and a dispensing machine mounted on the frame. The dispensing head of the dispensing machine moves within a spatial range to apply adhesive to the acupoint patch. The frame is equipped with a slide table and a drive assembly. The slide table is equipped with a first fixture and a second fixture, which are used to place the acupoint patch. The drive assembly is used to drive the slide table to slide back and forth below the dispensing head, and both the first fixture and the second fixture can reach directly below the dispensing head.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the sliding table is driven by the drive component to slide along the frame. The operator places the acupoint patches into the first fixture and the second fixture respectively. When the first fixture reaches below the dispensing head, the dispensing machine begins to dispense glue onto the acupoint patches in the first fixture. After the dispensing of the acupoint patches in the first fixture is completed, the drive component drives the sliding table to move along the frame, so that the second fixture reaches below the dispensing head. Then the dispensing head begins to dispense glue onto the acupoint patches in the second fixture. At the same time, the operator can place a heating pack on the acupoint patches in the first fixture, so as to realize the continuous processing of acupoint patches and play a positive guiding role in improving the production efficiency of acupoint patches.

[0009] Preferably, a limiting groove is provided on the slide, and the first fixture and the second fixture are disposed in the limiting groove.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the placement position of the first fixture and the second fixture relative to the slide table is limited by the limiting groove, which helps to reduce the time required to adjust the position of the first fixture and the second fixture when they are placed on the slide table.

[0011] Preferably, the first fixture and the second fixture are magnetically engaged with the slide table.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the magnetic attraction between the first and second fixtures and the slide table helps to improve the stability of the first and second fixtures in conjunction with the slide table, and also facilitates the replacement of different models of the first and second fixtures.

[0013] Preferably, the first fixture is provided with a baffle, the outline of which is adapted to the outer outline of the heating pack.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the outline formed by the baffle is adapted to the outer outline of the heating pack, which limits the position of the heating pack on the acupoint patch. This makes the position of the heating pack on the acupoint patch relatively fixed, which helps to improve the neatness of the heating pack when it is attached to the acupoint patch. At the same time, it also reduces the adjustment time of the operator and plays a positive guiding role in improving the production efficiency of acupoint patches.

[0015] Preferably, an infrared detection sensor is provided on the dispensing head, and the detection end of the infrared detection sensor faces the slide table.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, an infrared detection sensor is used to detect whether an acupoint patch is placed inside the first or second fixture, thereby reducing the probability of the dispensing head directly dispensing glue to the first or second fixture if no acupoint patch is placed inside.

[0017] Preferably, an air blowing port is provided on the frame located below the dispensing head, and the air blowing port is connected to an inert gas source.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, since the air outlet is connected to an inert gas source, during the processing of the acupoint patch, the air outlet continuously blows inert gas onto the first and second fixtures, which helps to reduce the oxygen density at the first and second fixtures and plays a positive guiding role in slowing down the heating speed of the heating pack.

[0019] Preferably, the first fixture and the second fixture are each provided with a pneumatic suction cup.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the acupoint patch is lightweight and soft, and the pneumatic suction cup helps to improve the stability of the acupoint patch when it is placed on the first or second fixture.

[0021] Preferably, the frame is provided with a placement area for placing acupoint patches.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solution, since there is a placement area on the frame, the operator can place the acupoint patch to be processed on the placement area for easy access.

[0023] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0024] 1. By using the first and second fixtures together, the processing of acupoint patches can be carried out continuously, which plays a positive guiding role in improving the production efficiency of acupoint patches;

[0025] 2. By using a baffle to limit the placement of the heating pack on the acupoint patch, it is beneficial to improve the neatness of the heating pack when it is attached to the acupoint patch, and at the same time, it reduces the adjustment time for operators, which plays a positive guiding role in improving the production efficiency of acupoint patches.

[0026] 3. The air inlet continuously blows inert gas into the first and second fixtures, which helps to reduce the oxygen density at the first and second fixtures and plays a positive guiding role in slowing down the heating rate of the heating pack. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of part A in the middle.

[0029] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment, concealing the frame and dispensing machine.

[0030] Figure 4 yes Figure 3A schematic diagram of the exploded structure along the indicated axis.

[0031] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Frame; 2. Dispensing machine; 3. Slide table; 4. Drive assembly; 41. Servo motor; 42. Threaded block; 43. Lead screw; 5. First fixture; 6. Second fixture; 7. Limiting groove; 8. Stop bar; 9. Infrared detection sensor; 10. Air outlet; 11. Pneumatic suction cup; 12. Placement area; 13. Slide rail; 14. Slider. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-4 This application will be described in further detail.

[0033] This application discloses a semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment. (Refer to...) Figures 1-3 A semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment includes a frame 1 and a dispensing machine 2 mounted on the frame 1. The dispensing head of the dispensing machine 2 moves within a spatial range to apply adhesive to the acupoint patch. The frame 1 is provided with a slide table 3 and a drive assembly 4. The slide table 3 is provided with a first fixture 5 and a second fixture 6. The first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 are used to place the acupoint patch. The drive assembly 4 is used to drive the slide table 3 to slide back and forth below the dispensing head, and both the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 can reach directly below the dispensing head.

[0034] First, it should be noted that the dispensing machine 2 mentioned above is an automated device widely used in industrial production. Its main purpose is to accurately place, inject, coat, or drip fluids such as glue onto the surface or interior of a product to achieve functions such as fixing, sealing, waterproofing, and dustproofing. It is an existing device, usually composed of a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), which includes multiple functions such as logic control, timing control, analog control, and multi-machine communication. It also has a human-machine interface to facilitate the control and adjustment of the PLC. As an existing controller, its specific composition and working principle will not be elaborated here.

[0035] Specifically, the drive assembly 4 includes a servo motor 41, a threaded block 42, and a lead screw 43. The servo motor 41 is mounted on the frame 1, and the lead screw 43 rotates parallel to the surface of the slide 3 along the length of the slide 3 and is supported on the frame 1. The output shaft of the servo motor 41 is coaxially fixed with the lead screw 43. Meanwhile, the threaded block 42 is mounted on the surface of the slide 3 facing the frame 1, and the threaded block 42 and the lead screw 43 are threadedly engaged.

[0036] Therefore, when the output shaft of the servo motor 41 rotates, it will drive the lead screw 43, which is fixed coaxially with the servo motor 41, to rotate synchronously. Since the threaded block 42 is threadedly engaged with the lead screw 43, the slide table 3 can slide along the frame 1 (the sliding direction is affected by the rotation direction of the output shaft of the servo motor 41).

[0037] Meanwhile, a slide rail 13 is provided on the surface of the slide table 3 facing the frame 1, and a slider 14 is installed on the frame 1. The slide rail 13 and the slider 14 slide together, which helps to improve the smoothness and stability of the slide table 3 sliding back and forth along the frame 1.

[0038] Furthermore, a limiting groove 7 is provided on the slide table 3, and the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 are disposed in the limiting groove 7. There are two limiting grooves 7, which are symmetrically arranged on the slide table 3 along the center line of the length direction. The limiting groove 7 is formed by the recess of the slide table 3 along the thickness direction. The tolerance fit relationship between the two limiting grooves 7 and the tolerance fit relationship between the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 is a transition fit, so that the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 can be smoothly placed in the limiting groove 7, or the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 can be removed along the limiting groove 7.

[0039] Correspondingly, the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 are magnetically engaged with the slide table 3. Since the components of the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 are the same as those of the slide table 3, the engagement method of the first fixture 5 and the slide table 3 will be used for explanation.

[0040] In this embodiment, a magnetic attractor, such as a magnetic block, is installed in the limiting groove 7. An object that can magnetically engage with the magnetic attractor, such as an iron sheet, is installed on the surface of the first fixture 5 that abuts against the limiting groove 7. Since the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 are magnetically engaged with the slide table 3, it is beneficial to improve the stability of the engagement between the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 and the slide table 3, and it is also convenient to replace different models of the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6.

[0041] In addition, a placement area 12 is provided on the frame 1 for placing acupoint patches. The placement area 12 is formed by the recess of the frame 1 along the thickness direction. The operator can place the acupoint patches to be processed in the placement area 12 for easy access. At the same time, it also helps to keep the acupoint patches clean and reduce the contamination caused by foreign objects.

[0042] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 as well as Figure 4 The first fixture 5 is provided with a baffle 8. The outline formed by the baffle 8 is adapted to the outer outline of the heating pack. The baffle 8 is formed by the first fixture 5 protruding from the surface facing the dispensing head in the thickness direction. The baffle 8 is open on the side facing away from the dispensing machine 2 so that the operator can place the acupoint patch on the first fixture 5 or remove the processed acupoint patch along the first fixture 5.

[0043] Its function is that, because the outline formed by the baffle 8 matches the outer outline of the heating pack, it limits the position of the heating pack on the acupoint patch, thereby making the position of the heating pack on the acupoint patch relatively fixed, which helps to improve the neatness of the heating pack when it is attached to the acupoint patch, and also reduces the adjustment time of the operator, which plays a positive guiding role in improving the production efficiency of acupoint patches.

[0044] In addition, an infrared detection sensor 9 is provided on the dispensing head. The detection end of the infrared detection sensor 9 faces the slide table 3, and the infrared detection sensor 9 is electrically connected to the PLC of the dispensing machine 2. The infrared detection sensor 9 is used to detect whether there are acupoint patches to be processed on the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6.

[0045] For example, if the infrared detection sensor 9 detects that no acupoint patch to be processed is placed on the first fixture 5, it sends a detection signal to the PLC, which can issue an alarm signal so that the operator can handle it in time. The infrared detection sensor 9 detects whether an acupoint patch is placed in the first fixture 5 or the second fixture 6, reducing the probability that the dispensing head will directly dispense glue to the first fixture 5 or the second fixture 6 because no acupoint patch is placed in the first fixture 5 or the second fixture 6.

[0046] On the other hand, the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 are respectively provided with pneumatic suction cups 11. Because the acupoint patch is lightweight and soft, when the acupoint patch is placed in the first fixture 5 or the second fixture 6, there may be curling or unevenness. The pneumatic suction cups 11 help to improve the stability of the acupoint patch when it is placed in the first fixture 5 or the second fixture 6, and facilitate the dispensing head to dispense glue onto the acupoint patch.

[0047] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 An air outlet 10 is provided on the frame 1 located below the dispensing head, and the air outlet 10 is connected to an inert gas source.

[0048] Specifically, the air inlet 10 faces the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6. The inert gas source can be nitrogen or carbon dioxide. Since the air inlet 10 is connected to an inert gas source, during the processing of the acupoint patch, the air inlet 10 continuously blows inert gas onto the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6, which helps to reduce the oxygen density at the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 and plays a positive guiding role in slowing down the heating speed of the heating pack.

[0049] The implementation principle of a semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to an embodiment of this application is as follows: the drive assembly 4 drives the slide table 3 to slide along the frame 1. The operator places the acupoint patches into the first fixture 5 and the second fixture 6 respectively. When the first fixture 5 reaches below the dispensing head, the dispensing machine 2 begins to dispense glue onto the acupoint patches in the first fixture 5. After the dispensing of the acupoint patches in the first fixture 5 is completed, the drive assembly 4 drives the slide table 3 to move along the frame 1, thereby causing the second fixture 6 to reach below the dispensing head. Subsequently, the dispensing head begins to dispense glue onto the acupoint patches in the second fixture 6. During the application of adhesive to the acupoint patch, the operator can place a heating pack on the acupoint patch inside the first fixture 5 to fix the heating pack to the acupoint patch. Then, the acupoint patch with the heating pack attached is removed from the first fixture 5, and a new acupoint patch to be processed is placed inside the first fixture 5. Subsequently, the drive component 4 drives the slide 3 to move again, thereby moving the second fixture 6 away from the dispensing head until the first fixture 5 is located below the dispensing head. This allows the continuous processing of acupoint patches and plays a positive guiding role in improving the production efficiency of acupoint patches.

[0050] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment, comprising a frame (1) and a dispensing machine (2) mounted on the frame (1), wherein the dispensing head of the dispensing machine (2) moves within a spatial range to apply adhesive to the acupoint patch, characterized in that: The frame (1) is provided with a slide (3) and a drive assembly (4). The slide (3) is provided with a first fixture (5) and a second fixture (6). The first fixture (5) and the second fixture (6) are used to place acupoint patches. The drive assembly (4) is used to drive the slide (3) to slide back and forth along the bottom of the dispensing head. Both the first fixture (5) and the second fixture (6) can reach directly below the dispensing head.

2. The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A limiting groove (7) is provided on the slide (3), and the first fixture (5) and the second fixture (6) are disposed in the limiting groove (7).

3. The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first fixture (5) and the second fixture (6) are magnetically attracted to the slide (3).

4. The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first fixture (5) is provided with a baffle (8), and the outline formed by the baffle (8) is adapted to the outer outline of the heating pack.

5. The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: An infrared detection sensor (9) is provided on the dispensing head, and the detection end of the infrared detection sensor (9) faces the slide table (3).

6. The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: An air inlet (10) is provided on the frame (1) located below the dispensing head, and the air inlet (10) is connected to an inert gas source.

7. The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first fixture (5) and the second fixture (6) are respectively equipped with pneumatic suction cups (11).

8. The semi-automatic acupoint patch production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frame (1) is provided with a placement area (12) for placing acupoint patches.

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