A tool for transferring automobile plastic parts

By designing a clamping adjustment mechanism and an insertion loading and unloading mechanism, the problem of unstable clamping during the transfer of automotive plastic parts was solved, achieving stable transportation and convenient maintenance.

CN224376277UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-19SHANGHAI HERO PLASTICS CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANGHAI HERO PLASTICS CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-25
Publication Date
2026-06-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing automotive plastic parts transfer fixtures are unstable in their clamping, which makes them prone to tilting or loosening during transportation, affecting the stability of the transport.

Method used

The design incorporates a clamping and adjustment mechanism. A dual-axis servo motor drives a threaded rod to adjust the height of the extrusion plate and clamp. A flexible sponge block clamps the curved edge of the air intake grille. The installation and removal of the connecting frame and clamp are achieved through an insertion and unloading mechanism.

Benefits of technology

This ensures the stability of the air intake grille during transportation, preventing it from tilting or loosening, and facilitates subsequent cleaning and maintenance.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a tooling for transferring automotive plastic parts, relating to the field of automotive plastic parts transfer tooling technology. It includes a base, with a mounting frame fixedly connected to the top of the base. A pair of sealing doors are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the mounting frame, and multiple pairs of connecting frames are provided inside the mounting frame. Multiple clamping and adjusting mechanisms are located inside the mounting frame and are used to adjust the clamping position of the air intake grille. This utility model, through the clamping and adjusting mechanisms, can clamp and fix both sides of the air intake grille placed on a pallet and anti-slip rubber pad. During clamping, the multiple clamps are adjusted to adapt to the varying heights of the edges of the air intake grille, ensuring clamping stability and preventing the air intake grille from tilting or loosening during transportation, thus guaranteeing transportation stability.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of automotive plastic parts transfer tooling, and in particular relates to an automotive plastic parts transfer tooling. Background Technology

[0002] Automotive plastic parts refer to automotive components made primarily of plastic. Depending on their location within the vehicle, plastic parts can be categorized as follows: exterior body parts such as bumper covers, grilles, and mudguards; interior body parts such as dashboards, dashboard covers, and door panels; and engine and related components such as engine hoods, engine trim covers, and cylinder head covers. Automotive plastic parts handling fixtures are specialized tools or equipment used for handling, transporting, and storing plastic parts used in automobiles, enabling the sequential supply of necessary automotive plastic parts during the automotive manufacturing process.

[0003] Currently, in the transportation of automotive plastic parts, different types of plastic parts are often transported using appropriate transfer fixtures. For example, when transporting air intake grilles, a frame-type transfer fixture is usually chosen. The air intake grille is placed on a placement plate inside the frame-type transfer fixture, and clamping tools are used to clamp and fix the two sides of the air intake grille to ensure stable transportation. However, the two sides of the air intake grille are usually curved, and their heights are not always consistent. The clamping tools are usually flush, making it difficult to fully fit the curved edges, resulting in unstable clamping. This can easily cause the air intake grille to tilt or loosen during transportation, thus affecting the stability of transportation. Therefore, this utility model proposes a transfer fixture for automotive plastic parts. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides a tooling for transferring automotive plastic parts. A clamping and adjusting mechanism can clamp and fix the air intake grille placed on a pallet and anti-slip rubber pad on both sides. During clamping, multiple clamps are adjusted to accommodate the uneven height of the air intake grille's edges, ensuring clamping stability and preventing the grille from tilting or loosening during transport. An insertion and unloading mechanism allows the connecting frame, pallet, and clamps to be installed into the mounting frame for use, or disassembled from the mounting frame after use for cleaning and maintenance, facilitating subsequent use. In summary, this invention solves the problems in the prior art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] This utility model discloses a tooling for the conversion of automotive plastic parts, comprising:

[0007] The base has a mounting frame fixedly connected to its top, and a pair of sealing doors are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the mounting frame. The mounting frame has multiple pairs of connecting frames inside.

[0008] Multiple clamping adjustment mechanisms are provided, which are located inside the mounting frame and are used to adjust the clamping position of the air intake grille.

[0009] Multiple insertion and removal mechanisms are provided, which are disposed inside the mounting frame and are used to install and remove the clamping and adjusting mechanism.

[0010] The clamping and adjusting mechanism includes a pair of dual-axis servo motors, which are respectively fixedly connected inside a pair of connecting frames. Each output end of the pair of dual-axis servo motors is fixedly connected to a threaded rod, and the outer wall of the threaded rod is threaded with a threaded moving block. Connecting moving blocks are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the two pairs of threaded moving blocks. A pair of through straight grooves are chiseled on the opposite sides of the pair of connecting frames, and the end of the connecting moving block away from the threaded moving block passes through the through straight groove and extends to its outer side where a pressing plate is fixedly connected. Multiple evenly distributed sliding cylinders are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the pair of pressing plates, and a clamp is fixedly connected to the output end of each sliding cylinder.

[0011] Furthermore, the threads of a pair of threaded rods on the same side are opposite in direction, and the outer wall of the threaded moving block is drilled with a threaded through hole. The threaded moving block is sleeved on the outer wall of the threaded rod through the threaded through hole and is threadedly connected to it.

[0012] Furthermore, flexible sponge blocks are fixedly connected to the inner walls of multiple clamps.

[0013] Furthermore, a support plate is fixedly connected between opposite sides of a pair of connecting frames, and an anti-slip rubber pad is fixedly connected to the top of the support plate, with both pairs of extrusion plates located on top of the anti-slip rubber pad.

[0014] Furthermore, the insertion and unloading mechanism includes two pairs of fixed plates. Guide sliders are fixedly connected to the top and bottom of each pair of connecting frames. Guide grooves are respectively chiseled on the opposite sides of the two pairs of fixed plates, and the guide sliders are located in the guide grooves and slidably connected thereto. Connecting plates are fixedly connected to one side of each pair of connecting frames, and two pairs of hexagonal bolts are threadedly connected to the connecting plates. A pair of bolt fixing grooves are chiseled on the side of each pair of fixed plates near the connecting plates, and the end of the hexagonal bolt near the fixed plate extends into the bolt fixing groove and is threadedly connected thereto.

[0015] Furthermore, a toolbox is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting frame, and a sealing cover is fitted on the top of the toolbox, with the outer wall of the sealing cover in close contact with the inner wall of the toolbox.

[0016] Furthermore, a push-pull rod is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting frame, and the outer wall of the push-pull rod is fitted with an anti-slip rubber sleeve. Multiple self-locking casters are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the base.

[0017] The present invention has the following advantages over the prior art:

[0018] 1. This technical solution utilizes a clamping and adjusting mechanism. A support plate and anti-slip rubber pads support and place the air intake grille. Simultaneously, a dual-axis servo motor drives a pair of threaded rods to rotate synchronously. A threaded moving block drives a pair of extrusion plates, which, in conjunction with multiple pairs of clamps and flexible sponge blocks, move in opposite directions to clamp and fix the air intake grille along both sides. During clamping, the multiple clamps are adjusted to accommodate the varying heights of the grille's edges, ensuring a secure fit against the curved edges and guaranteeing clamping stability. This prevents the air intake grille from tilting or loosening during transport, thus ensuring transport stability.

[0019] 2. This technical solution uses an insertion and unloading mechanism to insert multiple pairs of connecting frames into the mounting frame when the air intake grille is being moved. These frames are then locked in place using hexagonal bolts and bolt fixing slots. The connecting frames, support plates, and clamps are then installed into the mounting frame for use. After the air intake grille is moved, the connecting frames, support plates, and clamps are removed from the mounting frame for cleaning and maintenance, facilitating subsequent use.

[0020] Of course, any product implementing this utility model does not necessarily need to achieve all of the advantages described above at the same time. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a tooling for converting automotive plastic parts according to this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a partial cross-sectional structural diagram of the connecting frame and the clamping adjustment mechanism in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the clamping and adjusting mechanism in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled structure of the connecting frame and the insertion loading and unloading mechanism in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled structure of the toolbox and sealing cover in this utility model.

[0027] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0028] 1. Base; 2. Mounting frame; 3. Sealing door; 4. Connecting frame; 5. Clamping and adjusting mechanism; 501. Dual-axis servo motor; 502. Threaded rod; 503. Threaded moving block; 504. Connecting moving block; 505. Guide straight groove; 506. Extrusion plate; 507. Slide cylinder; 508. Fixture; 509. Flexible sponge block; 5010. Support plate; 6. Anti-slip rubber pad; 7. Insertion and unloading mechanism; 701. Fixing plate; 702. Connecting plate; 703. Hex bolt; 704. Bolt fixing groove; 705. Guide slider; 706. Guide slide groove; 8. Push-pull rod; 9. Anti-slip rubber sleeve; 10. Tool box; 11. Sealing cover plate; 12. Self-locking universal wheel. Detailed Implementation

[0029] 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "relative", "one end", "inner", "lateral", "end", "both ends", "both sides", "front", "one end face", "the other end face", etc., which indicate orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the components or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Specific Implementation Example 1:

[0032] Please see Figures 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a tooling for converting automotive plastic parts, comprising:

[0033] The base 1 has a mounting frame 2 fixedly connected to its top, and a pair of sealing doors 3 are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the mounting frame 2. The mounting frame 2 has multiple pairs of connecting frames 4 inside.

[0034] Multiple clamping adjustment mechanisms 5 are provided inside the mounting frame 2, and the clamping adjustment mechanisms 5 are used to adjust the clamping position of the air intake grille;

[0035] Multiple insertion and removal mechanisms 7 are provided inside the mounting frame 2, and the insertion and removal mechanisms 7 are used to install and remove the clamping adjustment mechanism 5.

[0036] The clamping and adjusting mechanism 5 includes a pair of dual-axis servo motors 501, which are fixedly connected to the inside of a pair of connecting frames 4. Threaded rods 502 are fixedly connected to the two output ends of each pair of dual-axis servo motors 501, and threaded moving blocks 503 are threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded rods 502. Connecting moving blocks 504 are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the two pairs of threaded moving blocks 503. A pair of through straight grooves 505 are chiseled on the opposite sides of the pair of connecting frames 4. The end of the connecting moving block 504 away from the threaded moving block 503 passes through the through straight groove 505 and extends to its outer side where a pressing plate 506 is fixedly connected. Multiple evenly distributed sliding cylinders 507 are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the pair of pressing plates 506, and a clamp 508 is fixedly connected to the output end of the sliding cylinder 507.

[0037] In the specific implementation process, the staff opens a pair of sealed doors 3 and places the air intake grille on the pallet 5010. After placement, a pair of dual-axis servo motors 501 are driven to drive two pairs of threaded rods 502 to rotate synchronously, causing a pair of connecting moving blocks 504 on the same side to move towards each other, which in turn causes a pair of pressing plates 506 on the same side to move towards each other, driving multiple pairs of clamps 508 to approach the two sides of the air intake grille until they come into contact with and clamp it. During the clamping process, according to the different heights of the two sides of the air intake grille, multiple sliding cylinders 507 are driven to drive multiple clamps 508 to adjust their height accordingly, so that the multiple clamps 508 are adjusted to fit the height of the arc edge, so as to fully clamp and fix it, ensure clamping stability, and prevent the air intake grille from tilting or loosening during transportation, thereby ensuring transportation stability.

[0038] Among them, the threaded rods 502 located on the same side have opposite thread directions, the outer wall of the threaded moving block 503 is drilled with a threaded through hole, and the threaded moving block 503 is sleeved on the outer wall of the threaded rod 502 through the threaded through hole and threadedly connected to it.

[0039] The threaded moving block 503 is threadedly connected to the threaded rod 502 through a threaded through hole, and can be driven to move towards or away from each other when a pair of threaded rods 502 with opposite thread directions rotate.

[0040] Among them, flexible sponge blocks 509 are fixedly connected to the inner walls of multiple clamps 508.

[0041] By placing a flexible sponge block 509 inside the clamp 508, the surface of the air intake grille is protected from being pinched or crushed.

[0042] Among them, a support plate 5010 is fixedly connected between the opposite sides of a pair of connecting frames 4, and an anti-slip rubber pad 6 is fixedly connected to the top of the support plate 5010. Both pairs of extrusion plates 506 are located on top of the anti-slip rubber pad 6.

[0043] The tray 5010 is used to support and place the air intake grille, and with the assistance of the anti-slip rubber pad 6, the air intake grille placed on the tray 5010 is not easy to slip, ensuring the accuracy of the clamping position. Moreover, during the transportation process, the anti-slip rubber pad 6 can reduce the impact of bumps and shaking during the transportation process. Specific Implementation Example 2:

[0045] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the insertion loading and unloading mechanism 7 includes two pairs of fixing plates 701. Guide sliders 705 are fixedly connected to the top and bottom of a pair of connecting frames 4. Guide grooves 706 are respectively carved on opposite sides of the two pairs of fixing plates 701, and the guide sliders 705 are located in the guide grooves 706 and are slidably connected thereto. A connecting plate 702 is fixedly connected to one side of each pair of connecting frames 4, and two pairs of hexagonal bolts 703 are threadedly connected to the connecting plate 702. A pair of bolt fixing grooves 704 are carved on the side of each pair of fixing plates 701 near the connecting plate 702, and the end of the hexagonal bolt 703 near the fixing plate 701 extends into the bolt fixing groove 704 and is threadedly connected thereto.

[0046] In the specific implementation process, a pair of connecting frames 4 are driven to be inserted between two pairs of fixed plates 701 through the guide slider 705 along the guide groove 706, and the support plate 5010 is driven to extend into the mounting frame 2. After the pair of connecting frames 4 and the support plate 5010 are fully extended into the mounting frame 2, multiple hexagonal bolts 703 are tightened in sequence and extended into the bolt fixing groove 704 for locking and fixing. This drives the connecting plate 702 to be connected and fixed to the pair of fixed plates 701, thereby driving the connecting frame 4, the support plate 5010 and the clamp 508 to be installed into the mounting frame 2 for use, so as to support, place and clamp the air intake grille. After the air intake grille is transferred, multiple hexagonal bolts 703 are tightened in the opposite direction to separate from the bolt fixing groove 704, and the fixing between the connecting frame 4 and the fixed plate 701 is removed. This drives the connecting frame 4, the support plate 5010 and the clamp 508 to be disassembled from the mounting frame 2 for cleaning and maintenance, so as to facilitate subsequent use.

[0047] Among them, a tool box 10 is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting frame 2, and a sealing cover plate 11 is fitted on the top of the tool box 10, and the outer wall of the sealing cover plate 11 is in close contact with the inner wall of the tool box 10.

[0048] Tool box 10 is used to store commonly used small tools related to the operation of the transfer tooling, such as screwdrivers and wrenches, for easy access by workers. The sealing cover 11 is fitted on the top of tool box 10 to cover the opening of tool box 10 and protect the tools inside tool box 10 from dust contamination or loss.

[0049] Among them, a push-pull rod 8 is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting frame 2, and an anti-slip rubber sleeve 9 is sleeved on the outer wall of the push-pull rod 8. Multiple self-locking universal wheels 12 are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the base 1.

[0050] With the assistance of self-locking casters 12, the transfer tool can be easily moved to different work positions by the push-pull rod 8 operated by the staff. At the same time, the anti-slip rubber sleeve 9 prevents the staff from slipping when operating the push-pull rod 8. After the movement is completed, the self-locking casters 12 can be turned to lock and fix the tool.

[0051] The circuits, electronic components, and chip modules involved in this utility model are all existing technologies, which can be fully implemented by those skilled in the art, and need not be elaborated upon. The content protected by this utility model does not involve any improvement to the software and methods.

[0052] All standard parts used in the application documents can be purchased from the market. All components in this application document can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art. The electrical components mentioned in this document are all electrically connected to the external main controller and power supply, and the main controller is a conventional known device that can play a control role.

[0053] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0054] In use, the operator opens a pair of sealed doors 3 and inserts multiple pairs of connecting frames 4 into the space between two pairs of fixing plates 701 via guide sliders 705 and guide grooves 706. This causes multiple support plates 5010 to extend into the mounting frame 2. After the connecting frames 4 and support plates 5010 are fully extended into the mounting frame 2, multiple sets of hexagonal bolts 703 are tightened into bolt fixing grooves 704 for locking. This connects and fixes the connecting plate 702 to the fixing plate 701, thereby installing the connecting frames 4, support plates 5010, and clamps 508 into the mounting frame 2 for use. Next, multiple air intake grilles are placed onto the support plates 5010. After placement, a pair of dual-axis servo motors 501 are driven to drive two... The threaded rod 502 is rotated synchronously, causing a pair of connecting moving blocks 504 on the same side to move towards each other, which in turn causes a pair of pressing plates 506 on the same side to move towards each other. This causes multiple pairs of clamps 508 to approach the sides of the air intake grille until they come into contact with and clamp it. During the clamping process, based on the different heights of the two sides of the air intake grille, multiple sliding cylinders 507 are driven to adjust the height of multiple clamps 508 accordingly. After adjustment, the multiple clamps 508 fit the height of the arc edge and clamp it securely. Then, the operator operates the push-pull rod 8 to push the transfer fixture with the assistance of the self-locking casters 12 to move the air intake grille to different work positions. After the movement is completed, the self-locking casters 12 are turned to lock and fix it.

[0055] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of this utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. This utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A tooling for converting automotive plastic parts, characterized in that, include: The base (1) has a mounting frame (2) fixedly connected to its top end, and a pair of sealing doors (3) are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the mounting frame (2). The mounting frame (2) has multiple pairs of connecting frames (4) inside. Multiple clamping adjustment mechanisms (5) are provided inside the mounting frame (2), and the clamping adjustment mechanisms (5) are used to adjust the clamping position of the air intake grille; Multiple insertion and removal mechanisms (7) are provided inside the mounting frame (2), and the insertion and removal mechanisms (7) are used to install and remove the clamping adjustment mechanism (5); The clamping adjustment mechanism (5) includes a pair of dual-axis servo motors (501). The pair of dual-axis servo motors (501) are respectively fixedly connected inside a pair of connecting frames (4). The two output ends of the pair of dual-axis servo motors (501) are fixedly connected to threaded rods (502), and the outer wall of the threaded rods (502) is threadedly connected to threaded moving blocks (503). The opposite sides of the two pairs of threaded moving blocks (503) are fixedly connected to connecting moving blocks (504). The opposite sides of the pair of connecting frames (4) are each chiseled with a pair of through straight grooves (505). The end of the connecting moving block (504) away from the threaded moving block (503) passes through the through straight groove (505) and extends to its outer side, where it is fixedly connected to a pressing plate (506). The opposite sides of the pair of pressing plates (506) are each fixedly connected to a plurality of evenly distributed sliding cylinders (507), and the output end of the sliding cylinder (507) is fixedly connected to a clamp (508).

2. The automotive plastic parts transfer tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that, The threads of a pair of threaded rods (502) on the same side are opposite. The outer wall of the threaded moving block (503) is drilled with a threaded through hole, and the threaded moving block (503) is sleeved on the outer wall of the threaded rod (502) through the threaded through hole and threadedly connected to it.

3. The automotive plastic parts transfer tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that, Flexible sponge blocks (509) are fixedly connected to the inner walls of multiple clamps (508).

4. The automotive plastic parts transfer tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that, A support plate (5010) is fixedly connected between opposite sides of a pair of connecting frames (4), and an anti-slip rubber pad (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the support plate (5010). Both pairs of extrusion plates (506) are located on top of the anti-slip rubber pad (6).

5. The automotive plastic parts transfer tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insertion and unloading mechanism (7) includes two pairs of fixed plates (701). The top and bottom ends of the pair of connecting frames (4) are fixedly connected to guide sliders (705). The opposite sides of the two pairs of fixed plates (701) are respectively chiseled with guide grooves (706), and the guide sliders (705) are located in the guide grooves (706) and are slidably connected to them. One side of the pair of connecting frames (4) is fixedly connected to a connecting plate (702), and two pairs of hexagonal bolts (703) are threaded on the connecting plate (702). The side of the pair of fixed plates (701) near the connecting plate (702) is chiseled with a pair of bolt fixing grooves (704), and one end of the hexagonal bolt (703) near the fixed plate (701) extends into the bolt fixing groove (704) and is threadedly connected to it.

6. The automotive plastic parts transfer tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that, A toolbox (10) is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting frame (2). A sealing cover plate (11) is fitted on the top of the toolbox (10), and the outer wall of the sealing cover plate (11) is in close contact with the inner wall of the toolbox (10).

7. The automotive plastic parts transfer tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that, A push-pull rod (8) is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting frame (2), and an anti-slip rubber sleeve (9) is fitted on the outer wall of the push-pull rod (8). Multiple self-locking casters (12) are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the base (1).