Ton barrel subassembly equipment

By designing ton container auxiliary component assembly equipment and utilizing components such as hydraulic lifting platforms and valve cover gripping robots, the problems of low assembly efficiency and insufficient precision of ton container valve covers have been solved, achieving highly efficient and automated valve cover positioning and installation, and improving the level of production automation and product consistency.

CN224373304UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-19江苏捷远容器有限公司
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202521565622.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-07-25
Publication Date
2026-06-19
Estimated Expiration
2035-07-25

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Technical Problem

Traditional methods of assembling ton container valve covers are inefficient, labor-intensive, and prone to human error. Existing semi-automatic equipment cannot meet the requirements for precise container positioning and valve cover grabbing and installation.

Method used

A container auxiliary component assembly equipment was designed, which includes a container positioning system and a valve cover assembly unit. It utilizes components such as a hydraulic lifting platform, radially adjustable grippers, a valve cover gripping robot, and a feeding cylinder to achieve precise container positioning and automated valve cover assembly.

Benefits of technology

It achieves high-precision positioning, high degree of automation, and high assembly efficiency, ensuring accurate installation of valve covers, reducing human error, and improving the level of production automation and product consistency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses ton barrel auxiliary assembly equipment, including the barrel body positioning system and valve cover assembly unit, and the barrel body positioning system is equipped with hydraulic lifting platform and radial positioning clamping jaw, can realize accurate positioning and fixed of barrel body, valve cover assembly unit includes feed cylinder and grabbing manipulator, can realize the automatic taking of valve cover and accurate installation and place. The equipment realizes efficient, stable assembly operation through multi -shaft linkage, has improved ton barrel auxiliary assembly precision and efficiency, has reduced manual labor intensity, is suitable for the automatic assembly line in ton barrel production.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to equipment for assembling auxiliary parts for ton containers. Background Technology

[0002] In the production of IBC containers, the valve cap, as a critical accessory, directly affects the overall sealing performance and safety of the container. Traditional valve cap assembly methods are mostly manual, which is not only inefficient and labor-intensive but also prone to significant human error, easily leading to misalignment or damage to the valve cap. Some semi-automatic assembly equipment cannot yet meet the requirements for automatic container positioning and precise valve cap gripping and installation. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an IBC accessory assembly equipment with a reasonable structure, precise positioning, and a high degree of automation to improve production automation and product consistency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a ton barrel auxiliary component assembly equipment.

[0004] The ton container auxiliary assembly equipment includes a container positioning system and a valve cover assembly unit. The container positioning system includes a container conveyor chain connected to a hydraulic lifting platform. The hydraulic lifting platform includes a rotating platform, a hydraulic cylinder, and a platform. A radial positioning mechanism is provided on the platform. The radial positioning mechanism includes four grippers that can extend and retract radially along the container. The four grippers are evenly distributed around the circumference of the container and are each connected to an independent first cylinder. The valve cover assembly unit is located above the platform and includes a feeding cylinder with a discharge port and a discharge port baffle at the bottom. A valve cover gripping robot is located next to the feeding cylinder. The valve cover gripping robot includes two symmetrical valve cover grippers with an arc shape matching the valve cover. Each valve cover gripper is connected to the piston rod of an independent second cylinder. The second cylinder is mounted on a lifting cylinder via a connecting arm. A steering base is provided below the lifting cylinder, and the steering base is rotatably connected to a slider, which is located on a horizontal slide rail.

[0005] As a further improvement, the grippers are covered with polyurethane material, which has anti-slip stripes to achieve zero-damage gripping and provide anti-slip protection.

[0006] As a further improvement, the feeding cylinder is connected to the mechanical vibrator, which can eliminate valve cover stacking jamming and correct valve cover posture to achieve directional sorting.

[0007] As a further improvement, the inner diameter of the feeding cylinder is equal to the outer diameter of the valve cover, and the distance between the outlet baffle and the outlet is equal to the thickness of the valve cover, ensuring that only one valve cover is output at a time and preventing the valve cover from flipping.

[0008] As a further improvement, the bottom of the rotating platform is connected to the servo motor via pulleys and belts, which makes the connection convenient and provides strong power.

[0009] As a further improvement, the steering base rotates 90° each time, enabling a seamless assembly process for the four-station production line.

[0010] Beneficial effects:

[0011] 1. High-precision positioning: The barrel is automatically and accurately positioned by a hydraulic lifting platform and four radially adjustable grippers. The grippers are covered with polyurethane anti-slip material and have anti-slip stripes, which enhances the fixing stability and prevents the barrel from shifting or sliding during assembly.

[0012] 2. High-efficiency automated assembly: The valve cover gripping robot has a reasonable structure, which adopts a double symmetrical arc gripper and a lifting and rotating structure to realize the automatic picking and placing and alignment assembly of valve covers, which greatly improves the assembly efficiency.

[0013] 3. Precise feeding: The feeding cylinder, in conjunction with the mechanical vibrator, ensures continuous feeding of the valve cover, and the discharge structure precisely controls the release of individual valve covers, avoiding multiple covers overlapping and causing blockage;

[0014] 4. Modular structure: The modular design of the whole machine facilitates maintenance and upgrades, and is suitable for the assembly needs of various sizes of ton containers;

[0015] 5. High operational stability: The rotating platform is driven by a servo motor and is equipped with a 90° stepping steering base to ensure multi-station linkage and stable operation during the assembly process. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the ton container auxiliary parts assembly equipment;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the working status of the ton container auxiliary component assembly equipment;

[0018] 1. Hydraulic lifting platform 2. Rotating platform 3. Hydraulic cylinder 4. Table surface 5. Gripper 6. First cylinder 7. Feeding cylinder 8. Valve cover gripping robot 9. Valve cover gripper 10. Second cylinder 11. Connecting arm 12. Lifting cylinder 13. Steering base 14. Slider 15. Slide rail. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To enhance understanding of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to explain the present utility model and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0020] like Figures 1-2As shown, the ton container auxiliary component assembly equipment includes a hydraulic lifting platform 1, a rotating platform 2, a hydraulic cylinder 3, a table 4, a gripper 5, a first cylinder 6, a feeding cylinder 7, a valve cover gripping robot 8, a valve cover gripper 9, a second cylinder 10, a connecting arm 11, a lifting cylinder 12, a steering base 13, a slider 14, and a slide rail 15.

[0021] The ton container auxiliary component assembly equipment of this utility model includes a container positioning system and a valve cover assembly unit.

[0022] 1. Barrel positioning system:

[0023] The barrel is transported to the assembly station via a barrel conveyor chain, which is connected to a hydraulic lifting platform 1. The hydraulic lifting platform 1 is equipped with a rotating platform 2, used to rotate the barrel to connect the valve cover to the barrel. The rotating platform 2 is connected to a servo motor via pulleys and a belt, providing convenient connection and strong power.

[0024] The platform 4 is equipped with four grippers 5 that can extend and retract radially around the barrel, evenly surrounding the barrel. Each gripper 5 is driven by a first cylinder 6 to achieve radial positioning and fixation of the barrel. The surface of the grippers 5 is covered with polyurethane material and has anti-slip stripes to improve clamping stability and prevent damage to the barrel surface.

[0025] 2. Valve cover assembly unit:

[0026] The valve cover assembly unit is located above the hydraulic lifting platform 1 and includes a feeding cylinder 7 and a valve cover gripping robot 8. The inner diameter of the feeding cylinder 7 matches the outer diameter of the valve cover, and its bottom is equipped with a discharge port and a discharge port baffle. The distance between the discharge port and the baffle is equal to the thickness of the valve cover, ensuring that only one valve cover is released at a time. The feeding cylinder 7 provides a continuous and stable supply of valve covers through a connected mechanical vibrator.

[0027] The valve cover gripping robot 8 consists of two symmetrically distributed arc-shaped valve cover grippers 9. Each gripper 9 is driven by an independent second cylinder 10 to achieve opening and closing movements. The valve cover grippers 9 are mounted on a lifting cylinder 12 via a connecting arm 11. The lifting cylinder 12 is fixed to a 90° rotatable steering base 13. The steering base 13 is rotatably connected to a horizontal slider 14, which is mounted on a horizontal slide rail 15, enabling the grippers to move horizontally.

[0028] The assembly process is as follows:

[0029] After the barrel is sent into the assembly station, it is fixed by the gripper 5.

[0030] The valve cover feeding cylinder 7 releases a single valve cover, which is then gripped and positioned at the mouth of the barrel by the robotic arm;

[0031] The valve cover is accurately assembled onto the barrel opening through lifting and rotating movements;

[0032] After assembly, the platform can rotate to the next workstation or continue to perform the next valve cover assembly task.

[0033] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A ton container accessory assembly equipment, characterized in that, The system includes a barrel positioning system and a valve cover assembly unit. The barrel positioning system includes a barrel conveyor chain connected to a hydraulic lifting platform. The hydraulic lifting platform includes a rotating platform, a hydraulic cylinder, and a platform. A radial positioning mechanism is provided on the platform. The radial positioning mechanism includes four grippers that can extend and retract radially along the barrel. The four grippers are evenly distributed around the barrel and are each connected to an independent first cylinder. The valve cover assembly unit is located above the platform and includes a feeding cylinder with an outlet and an outlet baffle at the bottom. A valve cover gripping robot is located next to the feeding cylinder. The valve cover gripping robot includes two symmetrical valve cover grippers with an arc shape matching the valve cover. Each valve cover gripper is connected to the piston rod of an independent second cylinder. The second cylinder is mounted on a lifting cylinder via a connecting arm. A steering base is located below the lifting cylinder and is rotatably connected to a slider, which is mounted on a horizontal slide rail.

2. The ton container accessory assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The grippers are covered with polyurethane material, and the polyurethane material has anti-slip stripes.

3. The ton container accessory assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding cylinder is connected to the mechanical vibrator.

4. The ton container accessory assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner diameter of the feed cylinder is equal to the outer diameter of the valve cover, and the distance between the outlet baffle and the outlet is equal to the thickness of the valve cover.

5. The ton container accessory assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the rotating platform is connected to a servo motor via pulleys and belts.

6. The ton container accessory assembly equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The steering base rotates 90° each time.