A rail profile for a production line packaging apparatus

Abstract

The utility model relates to track section technology field provides a track section for production line packaging equipment, including section body, the top and left and right sides of section body all are seted up with sliding slot, the sliding slot extends along the length direction of section body, the sliding slot is used for installing sliding block, T type nut or functional assembly, the cross section of each sliding slot is trapezoidal, its short side is to the center of section body, and both side walls all are equipped with inclined section to form the trapezoidal structure, the short side of sliding slot is to the center of section body, both side walls of sliding slot all are provided with boss, the boss extends along the length direction of sliding slot, the boss is used for with the cooperation surface of sliding block, T type nut or functional assembly abuts. In the utility model, through setting up the sliding slot at the top and left and right sides of section body, and cooperating with the trapezoidal cross section structure formed by inclined section in the sliding slot and the boss setting along the length direction, the multidirectional installation function and high stability connection are realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of track profile technology, and in particular to a track profile for packaging equipment on a production line. Background Technology

[0002] In automated packaging production lines, track profiles are widely used for product conveying, positioning, and tooling integration, serving as a key foundational component for achieving efficient and flexible production. With the development of intelligent manufacturing, the requirements for track systems extend beyond support and guidance; they must also possess multi-directional installation capabilities, high structural stability, and ease of integration with automated components such as sensors and actuators. Traditional linear guides or simple profiles often have limited functionality and poor expandability, making it difficult to meet the demands of rapid changeover and high integration in modern packaging lines.

[0003] Existing track profiles mostly adopt a single-sided or top slotted design, which restricts the installation direction of accessories and often requires additional brackets or adapter plates, resulting in complex structures and low assembly efficiency. Although some profiles have multiple mounting surfaces, the groove layout is unreasonable, resulting in uneven stress and insufficient rigidity.

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems of limited installation direction, insufficient structural rigidity, and poor multi-directional expansion capability of existing track profiles. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problems of existing busbar riveting methods that rely on manual labor, resulting in high labor intensity, low riveting efficiency, and inconsistent quality. This utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A track profile for packaging equipment on a production line includes a profile body. The profile body has grooves on its top and left and right sides, extending along its length. Each groove is used to mount a slider, a T-nut, or a functional component. Each groove has a trapezoidal cross-section with its short side facing the center of the profile body. Inclined sections are provided on both side walls to form the trapezoidal structure. The short side of the groove faces the center of the profile body. Bosses are provided on both side walls of the groove, extending along its length. These bosses abut against the mating surfaces of the slider, T-nut, or functional component to limit their displacement in a direction perpendicular to the groove opening.

[0007] As described above, a track profile for production line packaging equipment has a groove on one side of the boss, the groove extending along the length of the boss, and the groove is used to cooperate with a slider, T-nut, or connecting part of a functional component to restrict its movement in the width direction within the groove.

[0008] As described above, a track profile for production line packaging equipment has a circular through groove at the center of its cross-section, and the circular through groove extends along the length of the profile body.

[0009] As described above, a track profile for a production line packaging equipment has a square through groove in the central area between the three slides. The square through groove extends along the length of the profile body and has a rectangular cross-section.

[0010] As described above, a track profile for production line packaging equipment has a bottom groove below the circular through groove, and the bottom groove is an internal cavity that runs through the length of the profile body.

[0011] As described above, a track profile for packaging equipment on a production line has a rounded corner at the corner of the square through groove.

[0012] The track profile for packaging equipment on a production line, as described above, has a body made of one-piece aluminum alloy.

[0013] Implementing the embodiments of this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. In this utility model, by setting grooves on the top and left and right sides of the profile body, and cooperating with the trapezoidal cross-section structure formed by the inclined section in the groove and the bosses set along the length direction, multi-directional installation function and high-stability connection are realized, effectively solving the technical problems of limited installation direction, insufficient structural rigidity and poor expansion capability of traditional track profiles; the three-way distributed grooves significantly improve the functional integration capability of the track, facilitate the installation of sliders, T-nuts and various functional components, and meet the needs of automated packaging equipment for multi-station and modular layout; the mating surface of the boss and the mounting part can effectively limit its displacement in the direction perpendicular to the groove opening, enhance the connection reliability, and prevent loosening and falling off in the vibration environment; at the same time, the symmetrical groove layout and overall structural design improve the bending and torsional rigidity of the profile, ensuring the stability and positioning accuracy of the equipment during long-term operation. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a track profile for packaging equipment on a production line, according to this utility model.

[0017] As shown in the figure:

[0018] 1. Profile body; 2. Slide groove; 21. Inclined section; 3. Boss; 31. Groove; 4. Square through groove; 5. Bottom groove; 6. Circular through groove. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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.

[0020] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model proposes a track profile for packaging equipment on a production line, including a profile body 1. The top and left and right sides of the profile body 1 are provided with grooves 2, which extend along the length of the profile body 1. The grooves 2 are used to install sliders, T-nuts, or functional components. Each groove 2 has a trapezoidal cross-section, with its short side facing the center of the profile body 1. Inclined sections 21 are provided on both side walls to form the trapezoidal structure. The short side of the groove 2 faces the center of the profile body 1. Bosses 3 are provided on both side walls of the groove 2, extending along the length of the groove 2. The bosses 3 abut against the mating surfaces of the sliders, T-nuts, or functional components to limit their displacement in the direction perpendicular to the groove opening. By providing the top and side grooves 2, the trapezoidal structure formed by the inclined sections 21, and the bosses 3 on the inner walls of the grooves on the profile body 1, the problems of limited installation direction, insufficient structural rigidity, and poor expandability of existing track profiles are effectively solved. The three-way distributed slide groove 2 significantly enhances the functional integration capability of the track, facilitating the installation of functional components such as sensors, cylinders, and clamps; the boss 3's contact and limiting effect with the mounting parts improves the stability of the connection and prevents loosening and detachment under vibration. Combined with the symmetrical layout of the slide groove design, the overall bending and torsional stiffness is enhanced, ensuring stability and accuracy during long-term operation.

[0021] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the invention and not a limitation thereof, a groove 31 is provided on one side of the boss 3. The groove 31 extends along the length direction of the boss 3 and is used to cooperate with the slider, T-nut, or connecting piece of the functional component to restrict its movement in the width direction within the slide groove 2. When the slider, T-nut, or connecting piece of the functional component is installed in the slide groove 2, the connecting piece is embedded in the groove 31, forming a lateral limiting fit to prevent lateral displacement or wobbling during operation. The boss 3 provides radial support, and the groove 31 achieves axial alignment. The two work together to ensure accurate positioning and smooth operation of the installed component on the track.

[0022] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the present invention and not a limitation thereof, a circular through groove 6 is formed at the center of the cross-section of the profile body 1, and the circular through groove 6 extends along the length of the profile body 1. The circular through groove 6 can be used to pass through components such as air pipes, cables, signal lines, or central guide shafts, realizing the internal integrated layout of power or control signals. Cables or pipes pass through the inside of the profile, avoiding exposure and improving overall neatness and safety. At the same time, it achieves effective lightweight design, reducing material usage and lowering the track's self-weight while ensuring structural strength.

[0023] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the invention and not a limitation thereof, the profile body 1 has a square through-slot 4 located in the central region between the three sliding grooves 2. The square through-slot 4 extends along the length of the profile body 1 and has a rectangular cross-section. The four straight-walled structure of the square through-slot 4, together with the surrounding material, forms a "stiffening" frame, enhancing the profile's resistance to deformation under torsional and bending loads, helping to uniformly transfer loads, reducing local stress peaks, and improving overall stiffness and fatigue life. As an internal hollow cavity, the square through-slot 4 effectively reduces the material volume of the profile without significantly weakening the key load-bearing section, achieving a lightweight design. Compared to a solid structure, the self-weight of the track can be significantly reduced with the same outer contour dimensions.

[0024] Optionally, in some embodiments, the profile body 1 is provided with a circular through groove 4 in the central region between the three grooves 2, and the square through groove 4 extends along the length of the profile body 1 and has a circular cross-section.

[0025] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the invention and not a limitation thereof, the profile body 1 has a bottom groove 5 below the circular through groove 6, the bottom groove 5 being an internal cavity extending along the length of the profile body 1. The bottom groove 5 can be used to thread signal lines, grounding wires, or small-diameter air pipes, and can also serve as a weight-reducing cavity to achieve independent cable routing or optimize the mass distribution of the profile. Its location in the center region of the bottom of the track helps to lower the overall center of gravity and improve operational stability.

[0026] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the invention and not a limitation thereof, the corners of the square through-slot 4 are provided with rounded structures. The rounded structures are integrally formed arc transitions during the profile extrusion molding process, located in the four inner corner areas of the square through-slot 4, used to eliminate sharp right-angle edges. This reduces the stress concentration factor of the inner wall of the through-slot under load, preventing fatigue cracking under long-term vibration or repeated stress conditions, and extending the service life of the track profile.

[0027] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of the invention and not a limitation thereof, the profile body 1 is a one-piece aluminum alloy structure. The one-piece molding process avoids the weld defects, deformation, and stress concentration problems present in traditional welded structures, ensuring the structural stability of the profile under long-term load and vibration environments. The aluminum alloy material contributes to achieving lightweight and high-rigidity performance of the track.

[0028] Example 1:

[0029] This utility model proposes a track profile for packaging equipment on a production line, comprising a profile body 1, with grooves 2 on the top and left and right sides of the profile body 1. The grooves 2 extend along the length of the profile body 1 and are used to install sliders, T-nuts, or functional components. Each groove 2 has a trapezoidal cross-section, with its short side facing the center of the profile body 1. Inclined sections 21 are provided on both side walls to form a trapezoidal structure. Bosses 3 are provided on both side walls of the grooves 2, extending along the length of the grooves 2. The bosses 3 abut against the mating surfaces of the sliders, T-nuts, or functional components to limit their displacement in the direction perpendicular to the groove opening. By providing the top and side grooves 2, the trapezoidal structure formed by the inclined sections 21, and the bosses 3 on the inner walls of the grooves on the profile body 1, the problems of limited installation direction, insufficient structural rigidity, and poor expandability of existing track profiles are effectively solved. The three-way distributed slide groove 2 significantly enhances the functional integration capability of the track, facilitating the installation of functional components such as sensors, cylinders, and clamps; the boss 3's contact and limiting effect with the mounting parts improves the stability of the connection and prevents loosening and detachment under vibration. Combined with the symmetrical layout of the slide groove design, the overall bending and torsional stiffness is enhanced, ensuring stability and accuracy during long-term operation.

[0030] The profile body 1 is a one-piece aluminum alloy structure. The one-piece molding process avoids the weld defects, deformation, and stress concentration problems present in traditional welded structures, ensuring the structural stability of the profile under long-term load and vibration environments. The aluminum alloy material helps achieve the track's lightweight and high rigidity performance.

[0031] A groove 31 is provided on one side of the boss 3, extending along the length of the boss 3. The groove 31 is used to mate with the slider, T-nut, or connecting parts of the functional components to restrict their movement in the width direction within the slide groove 2. When the slider, T-nut, or connecting parts of the functional components are installed in the slide groove 2, the connecting parts are embedded in the groove 31, forming a lateral limiting fit to prevent lateral displacement or wobbling during operation. The boss 3 provides radial support, and the groove 31 achieves axial alignment. The two work together to ensure accurate positioning and smooth operation of the installed components on the track.

[0032] A circular through-slot 6 is formed at the center of the cross-section of the profile body 1, and the circular through-slot 6 extends along the length of the profile body 1. The circular through-slot 6 can be used to pass through components such as air pipes, cables, signal lines, or central guide shafts, realizing the internal integrated layout of power or control signals. Cables or pipes pass through the inside of the profile, avoiding exposure and improving overall neatness and safety. At the same time, it achieves effective lightweight design, reducing material usage and reducing the self-weight of the track while ensuring structural strength. A square through-slot 4 is provided in the central area between the three sliding grooves 2 of the profile body 1. The square through-slot 4 extends along the length of the profile body 1, and its cross-section is rectangular. The four straight walls of the square through-slot 4, together with the surrounding material, form a "stiffening" frame, enhancing the profile's resistance to deformation under torsional and bending loads, helping to uniformly transfer loads, reducing local stress peaks, and improving overall stiffness and fatigue life. As an internal hollow cavity, the square through-slot 4 effectively reduces the material volume of the profile without significantly weakening the key load-bearing section, achieving lightweight design. Compared to a solid structure, this design significantly reduces the track's weight while maintaining the same outer contour dimensions. The corners of the square through-slot 4 are rounded. These rounded corners are integrally formed arc transitions during the profile extrusion process, located at the four inner corners of the square through-slot 4, to eliminate sharp right-angle edges. This reduces the stress concentration factor on the inner wall of the through-slot under load, preventing fatigue cracking under long-term vibration or repeated stress conditions, and extending the service life of the track profile.

[0033] The profile body 1 has a bottom groove 5 below the circular through groove 6. The bottom groove 5 is an internal cavity that runs through the length of the profile body 1. The bottom groove 5 can be used to run signal lines, grounding wires, or small-diameter air pipes, and can also serve as a weight-reduction cavity to achieve independent cable laying or optimize the mass distribution of the profile. Its position is located in the center area of ​​the bottom of the track, which helps to lower the overall center of gravity and improve the stability of operation.

[0034] Specifically, the working principle of this invention is as follows:

[0035] A three-way functional expansion interface is formed by opening grooves 2 on the top and left and right sides of the profile body 1. Each groove 2 extends along the length of the profile, and its cross-section is a trapezoidal structure composed of inclined sections 21, with the short side facing the center of the profile, which facilitates the sliding of sliders, T-nuts or functional components from the end. The inner wall of the groove 2 is provided with a boss 3 extending along the length direction. When the mounting part is installed, its mating surface abuts against the boss 3, restricting its radial displacement in the direction perpendicular to the groove opening, and realizing basic positioning and anti-dislodgement functions.

[0036] To further enhance connection reliability, a groove 31 extending along the length direction is provided on one side of the boss 3. When the slider, T-nut, or connecting part of the functional component is inserted into the slide groove 2, the connecting part is simultaneously inserted into the groove 31, forming a lateral limiting fit, effectively preventing the mounting part from shifting or wobbling in the width direction of the slide groove. The boss 3 provides radial support, and the groove 31 achieves axial alignment. The two work together to ensure that the functional component is accurately positioned, firmly connected, and not easily loosened during operation.

[0037] The profile body 1 integrates multiple through channels to achieve functional versatility: a circular through groove 6 is located at the center of the cross-section, which can be used to thread air pipes, cables, or signal lines, enabling concealed installation of power and control signals; a square through groove 4 is located in the central area between the three sliding grooves 2, which can be used for threading wires or for anti-rotation connection with fasteners; a bottom groove 5 is located below the circular through groove 6, serving as an independent cavity for laying grounding wires or reducing weight. The profile body 1, integrally extruded from aluminum alloy, achieves lightweight design while ensuring high structural rigidity.

[0038] In summary, this utility model solves the problems of limited installation direction, insufficient structural rigidity, and poor multi-directional expansion capability of existing track profiles.

[0039] It should be understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., are used in this utility model to describe various information, but this information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish information of the same type from each other. For example, without departing from the scope of this utility model, "first" information can also be referred to as "second" information, and similarly, "second" information can also be referred to as "first" information. In addition, 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.

[0040] The above description is the preferred embodiment of this utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered to be within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A track profile for packaging equipment on a production line, comprising a profile body (1), characterized in that, The top and left and right sides of the profile body (1) are provided with sliding grooves (2). The sliding grooves (2) extend along the length of the profile body (1). The sliding grooves (2) are used to install sliders, T-nuts or functional components. The cross-section of each sliding groove (2) is trapezoidal, with its short side facing the center of the profile body (1). Inclined sections (21) are provided on both side walls to form a trapezoidal structure. The short side of the sliding groove (2) faces the center of the profile body (1). Bosses (3) are provided on both side walls of the sliding groove (2). The bosses (3) extend along the length of the sliding groove (2). The bosses (3) are used to abut against the mating surfaces of sliders, T-nuts or functional components to limit their displacement in the direction perpendicular to the opening of the sliding groove.

2. The track profile for production line packaging equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, A groove (31) is provided on one side of the boss (3). The groove (31) extends along the length direction of the boss (3). The groove (31) is used to cooperate with the slider, T-nut or connecting part of the functional component to restrict its movement in the width direction within the groove (2).

3. The track profile for production line packaging equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, A circular through groove (6) is provided at the center of the cross section of the profile body (1), and the circular through groove (6) extends along the length direction of the profile body (1).

4. The track profile for production line packaging equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The profile body (1) has a square through groove (4) in the central area between the three grooves (2). The square through groove (4) runs through the length of the profile body (1) and has a rectangular cross-section.

5. A track profile for production line packaging equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The profile body (1) has a bottom groove (5) below the circular through groove (6), and the bottom groove (5) is an internal cavity that runs through the length of the profile body (1).

6. A track profile for production line packaging equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The corner of the square through groove (4) is provided with a rounded structure.

7. A track profile for production line packaging equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The profile body (1) is an integral aluminum alloy structure.

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