Automatic association device for carton and two-dimensional code

Abstract

The application relates to a kind of automatic association devices of strip box two-dimensional code, it includes: support frame;Conveying mechanism, for conveying the strip box of loading packet, and along the support frame of conveying direction;Code scanner, is set to support frame, for scanning the two-dimensional code of strip box and the two-dimensional code of packet respectively;Suction mechanism, it is set to support frame, and along the conveying direction of conveying mechanism, located the side of code scanner, suction mechanism can absorb packet to drive packet partial removal or removal into strip box;And edge sealing mechanism, it is set to support frame, and located the side of suction mechanism away from code scanner, edge sealing mechanism is used to package strip box.Such, can realize the automatic association and automatic packaging of strip box and packet two-dimensional code, need not manual association and packaging, improve production efficiency, shorten association time, realize automatic operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of cigarette packaging production technology, and in particular to an automatic QR code association device for cigarette cartons. Background Technology

[0002] During cigarette production, semi-finished cartons are generated on the production line due to various reasons such as random inspections. Since cigarette production lines are fully automated, these semi-finished cartons cannot be returned to the line for continued production. If the semi-finished cartons were to be put back into the production line, the individual packets inside the cartons would need to be added, and the cartons themselves would be discarded. This would increase production costs.

[0003] Currently, one method for processing semi-finished carton boxes is offline recycling. This involves setting up a semi-finished product processing procedure, including manual sorting, manual QR code association on the carton boxes, manual gluing of the carton boxes, manual arrangement of the carton boxes, and finally, feeding them into an offline transparent paper packaging machine for packaging and boxing. However, the offline recycling method mainly relies on manual QR code association on the carton boxes, which is time-consuming and has a low degree of automation. Utility Model Content

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to address the problems of long time consumption and low automation in the current offline recycling of semi-finished carton and the manual association of QR codes. This device can automatically associate QR codes on cartons and small packages, eliminating the need for manual association and packaging, thereby improving production efficiency, shortening association time, and achieving automated operation.

[0005] A barcode automatic association device includes:

[0006] Support frame;

[0007] A conveying mechanism for conveying cartons loaded with small packages, and the supporting frame is installed along the conveying direction;

[0008] A barcode scanner, mounted on the support frame, is used to scan the QR code on the bar and the QR code on the small package, respectively.

[0009] An adsorption mechanism, disposed on the support frame and located on one side of the barcode scanner along the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism, is capable of adsorbing the small package to partially move the small package out of or into the carton; and

[0010] An edge sealing mechanism is provided on the support frame and located on the side of the adsorption mechanism away from the barcode scanner. The edge sealing mechanism is used to seal the bar box.

[0011] In one embodiment of this application, the adsorption mechanism includes a first lifting drive, a mounting frame, and a first adsorption member. The first lifting drive is disposed on the support frame, the mounting frame is disposed at the output end of the first lifting drive, and the first adsorption member is disposed on the mounting frame.

[0012] The first lifting drive can drive the first adsorption member to move up and down along the height direction, and the first adsorption member can adsorb or release the small package.

[0013] In one embodiment of this application, there are multiple first adsorption elements, which are spaced apart on the mounting frame, and are used to adsorb multiple small packages at one time.

[0014] The number of the first adsorption elements is equal to the number of the small packages, and they are set accordingly.

[0015] Alternatively, the number of the first adsorbents may be less than the number of the small packages, so as to adsorb a portion of the small packages.

[0016] In one embodiment of this application, the adsorption mechanism further includes a second adsorption member, which is arranged horizontally on the support frame and located on at least one side of the strip box. The second adsorption member is capable of adsorbing onto the outer wall of the strip box.

[0017] In one embodiment of this application, the adsorption mechanism further includes an adsorption driving member, which is connected to the first adsorption member and the second adsorption member to control the adsorption or release of the first adsorption member and the second adsorption member;

[0018] And / or, the second adsorption element is a sponge suction cup.

[0019] In one embodiment of this application, the barcode automatic association device further includes an edge-opening mechanism, which is disposed on the support frame and located on the side of the scanner away from the adsorption mechanism. The edge-opening mechanism is used to open the folded edge of the barcode.

[0020] The edge-opening mechanism includes an edge-opening component, which is disposed on the support frame and located on the side of the barcode scanner away from the adsorption mechanism. The edge-opening component can contact the folded edge of the bar box to open the folded edge.

[0021] In one embodiment of this application, the edge-opening component includes a pointed portion and a spreading portion. The pointed portion is disposed at the end of the spreading portion away from the barcode scanner. The pointed portion can be inserted into the folded edge of the carton and spread open the folded edge through the spreading portion.

[0022] And / or, the edge-opening mechanism further includes a second lifting drive member, which is disposed on the support frame, and the edge-opening component is disposed at the output end of the second lifting drive member and moves up and down with the second lifting drive member in the height direction.

[0023] In one embodiment of this application, the sealing mechanism includes a sealing component, a glue gun, and a pressure plate arranged sequentially along the conveying direction. The sealing component can push the folded edge of the strip box to close. The glue gun is used to apply glue to the folded edge of the strip box, and the pressure plate is used to seal and press the folded edge after applying glue.

[0024] In one embodiment of this application, the sealing component includes a pushing part and a pressing part disposed opposite to each other. The two pushing parts are V-shaped and disposed at one end of the pressing part, for pushing the folded edge of the carton to flip. The pressing part can press against the folded edge to close the folded edge.

[0025] And / or, the edge sealing mechanism further includes a third lifting drive component, which is disposed on the support frame, and the edge sealing component, the glue gun and the pressure plate are disposed at the output end of the third lifting drive component and move up and down with the lifting drive component in the height direction.

[0026] In one embodiment of this application, the conveying mechanism includes a conveying line and a plurality of partition baffles, the plurality of partition baffles being spaced apart along the conveying direction of the conveying line, and adjacent partition baffles being used to accommodate a strip box;

[0027] The distances between any two adjacent partitions are either the same or different.

[0028] By adopting the above technical solution, this application has at least the following technical effects:

[0029] This application discloses an automatic QR code association device for carton packaging. A conveying mechanism sequentially transports cartons loaded with small packages along the conveying direction. A support frame is mounted on the side of the conveying mechanism and extends above it. A barcode scanner, an adsorption mechanism, and a sealing mechanism are sequentially arranged on the support frame along the conveying direction, located above the conveying mechanism. The conveying mechanism transports the cartons to the adsorption mechanism, which adsorbs the small packages, causing a portion of the package to be removed from the carton. At this point, the barcode scanner scans the QR codes on both the small packages and the carton, associating the carton with multiple small packages using the QR codes. After association, the adsorption mechanism moves the small packages back into the carton and releases the adsorption. Subsequently, the conveying mechanism transports the cartons to the sealing mechanism, which seals the edges of the carton, thus completing the automatic packaging of the semi-finished carton.

[0030] This automatic QR code association device for carton packaging automatically transports semi-finished carton boxes via a conveyor mechanism. A barcode scanner and an adsorption mechanism work together to associate the QR codes of the carton boxes with those of the individual packages. Finally, a sealing mechanism automates the sealing of the carton boxes. In this way, the automatic QR code association device can automatically associate and seal the QR codes of carton boxes and individual packages, eliminating the need for manual association and sealing, thus improving production efficiency, shortening association time, and achieving automated operation. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a barcode automatic association device according to an embodiment of this application from one perspective.

[0032] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is a schematic of the barcode automatic association device from another perspective.

[0033] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the automatic QR code association device for attaching small packages.

[0034] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the automatic QR code association device for bar box sealing.

[0035] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the automatic QR code association device for opening the bar box.

[0036] Among them: 100, automatic QR code association device for bar boxes; 110, support frame; 120, conveying mechanism; 121, conveying line; 122, partition baffle; 130, barcode scanner; 140, adsorption mechanism; 141, first lifting drive component; 142, mounting frame; 143, first adsorption component; 144, second adsorption component; 145, adsorption drive component; 150, edge sealing mechanism; 151, edge sealing component; 1511, pushing part; 1512, pressing part; 152, glue gun; 153, pressure plate; 160, edge opening mechanism; 161, edge opening component; 1611, tip part; 1612, spreading part; 162, second lifting drive component; 200, bar box; 210, folding edge; 300, small package. Detailed Implementation

[0037] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0038] In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" appear, these terms indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0039] Furthermore, where the terms "first" and "second" appear, these terms are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, where the term "multiple" appears, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0040] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the use of descriptions such as "above" or "below" the second feature indicates that the first and second features are in direct contact, or indirect contact via an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. Similarly, "below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0042] It should be noted that if an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. If an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. If so, the terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this application are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0043] During cigarette production, semi-finished cartons are generated on the production line due to various reasons such as random inspections. Since cigarette production lines are fully automated, these semi-finished cartons cannot be returned to the line for continued production. If the semi-finished cartons were to be put back into the production line, the individual packets inside the cartons would need to be added, and the cartons themselves would be discarded. This would increase production costs.

[0044] Currently, one method for processing semi-finished carton boxes is offline recycling. This involves setting up a semi-finished product processing procedure, including manual sorting, manual QR code association on the carton boxes, manual gluing of the carton boxes, manual arrangement of the carton boxes, and finally, feeding them into an offline transparent paper packaging machine for packaging and boxing. However, the offline recycling method mainly relies on manual QR code association on the carton boxes, which is time-consuming and has a low degree of automation.

[0045] For this purpose, please refer to Figure 1 This application provides a novel automatic barcode QR code association device 100, which is used to automatically associate the QR codes of semi-finished product barcodes 200 and their small packages 300. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a barcode automatic association device 100 according to an embodiment of this application from one perspective.

[0046] Understandably, the automatic QR code association device 100 for carton packaging in this application primarily associates QR codes with semi-finished product carton packaging 200. The semi-finished product carton packaging 200 refers to the carton packaging 200 itself and multiple small packages 300, which are housed within the carton packaging 200 and protected by it. Both the outer wall of the carton packaging 200 and the outer wall of each small package 300 have QR codes. In actual production, it is necessary to scan the QR codes on both the carton packaging 200 and the small packages 300 separately and associate them for traceability management.

[0047] In this application, "carton 200" refers to a carton of cigarettes, and "packet 300" refers to a pack of cigarettes within a carton. Generally, a carton contains ten packs of cigarettes. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, "carton 200" can also be the outer packaging of other products, and "packet 300" refers to a small package within "carton 200". The following explanation will only use "carton 200" referring to a carton of cigarettes and "packet 300" referring to a pack of cigarettes as an example.

[0048] After sampling inspection of the semi-finished carton 200 in the fully automated production line, the carton 200 cannot be put back into the fully automated production line. The carton QR code automatic association device 100 of this application can automatically associate the carton 200 and the small packages 300 therein with QR codes, eliminating the need to discard the carton 200 and put the small packages 300 into the production line, thus reducing costs. At the same time, it eliminates the need for manual QR code association, improving production efficiency. The following describes the specific structure of the carton QR code automatic association device 100 in some embodiments.

[0049] See Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the automatic barcode association device 100 includes a conveying mechanism 120, a support frame 110, a barcode scanner 130, an adsorption mechanism 140, and a sealing mechanism 150. The conveying mechanism 120 conveys the barcode 200 containing small packages 300 and passes through the support frame 110 along the conveying direction. The barcode scanner 130 is disposed on the support frame 110 and is used to scan the QR codes on the barcode 200 and the small packages 300 respectively. The adsorption mechanism 140 is disposed on the support frame 110 and is located on one side of the barcode scanner 130 along the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism 120. The adsorption mechanism 140 can adsorb the small packages 300 to partially move the small packages 300 out of or into the barcode 200.

[0050] The sealing mechanism 150 is disposed on the support frame 110 and located on the side of the adsorption mechanism 140 away from the barcode scanner 130. The sealing mechanism 150 is used to seal the bar box 200. Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the barcode automatic association device 100 from another perspective. Figure 3 for Figure 2The diagram shown illustrates the automatic QR code association device 100 for attaching to small packages 300. Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the automatic barcode association device 100 sealing the barcode 200.

[0051] The support frame 110 is the overall frame structure of the barcode automatic association device 100, and extends along the conveying direction. For example... Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the conveying direction is from left to right, and the up and down direction is the height direction and the top and bottom direction. The support frame 110 can support the various components in the barcode automatic association device 100 so that the barcode automatic association device 100 forms an integral structure.

[0052] The conveying mechanism 120 is a component of the conveying strip box 200. The conveying mechanism 120 extends along the conveying direction and extends through the support frame 110. For example... Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the support frame 110 is supported on the side of the conveying mechanism 120 and extends above the conveying mechanism 120. Thus, after the other components of the barcode automatic association device 100 are installed on the support frame 110, they can be positioned above the conveying mechanism 120 to operate the barcodes 200 on the conveying mechanism 120. Optionally, the support frame 110 is a frame structure.

[0053] The barcode scanner 130 is a component for scanning QR codes. The barcode scanner 130 is mounted on the support frame 110 and located above the conveying mechanism 120. The adsorption mechanism 140 is a component for adsorbing the small packages 300 in the bar box 200. The barcode scanner 130 can scan the QR code on the bar box 200 and the QR codes on each small package 300 within the bar box 200, thereby automatically associating the QR codes on the bar box 200 and the small packages 300.

[0054] During the association process, the adsorption mechanism 140 adsorbs the small package 300, which can partially move the small package 300 out of the carton 200. After scanning, it can release the small package 300 so that it falls into the carton 200. After scanning, all small packages 300 are in the carton 200. The conveying mechanism 120 can then convey the associated carton 200 to the sealing mechanism 150, which seals the carton 200.

[0055] Understandably, the QR code on small package 300 is located on its side, allowing for scanning without completely removing the small package 300 from the carton 200. Thus, scanning can be performed after the adsorption mechanism 140 partially removes the small package 300 from the carton 200. Furthermore, after scanning, the adsorption mechanism 140 does not need to lower the small package 300; it only needs to release the adsorption, and the small package 300 will fall back into the carton 200 under its own gravity.

[0056] Because the small package 300 is not completely removed from the carton 200, when the adsorption mechanism 140 releases the adsorption of some of the small packages 300, the remaining small packages 300 block and limit their movement. Therefore, the released small packages 300 can accurately fall into the carton 200 under gravity without shifting within the carton 200, ensuring accurate positioning of the small packages 300 and not affecting the return of the remaining small packages 300. Alternatively, the adsorption mechanism 140 can directly lower the small packages 300 to return them to the carton 200.

[0057] Understandably, the automatic QR code association device 100 for carton packaging in this application mainly associates QR codes with semi-finished carton 200 and its individual packages 300. The top edge of the carton 200 has opposing folded edges 210. For the semi-finished carton 200, the folded edges 210 are open, meaning that before the carton 200 is placed on the conveyor mechanism 120, the folded edges 210 are open, exposing the individual packages 300 inside. When the carton 200 is sealed, the opposing folded edges 210 are fixedly connected by adhesive.

[0058] Thus, when the conveyor mechanism 120 conveys the carton 200, the folded edge 210 of the carton 200 is open, directly exposing the small package 300 inside. After the conveyor mechanism 120 conveys the carton 200 to the adsorption mechanism 140, the conveyor mechanism 120 stops conveying, and the adsorption mechanism 140 is positioned above the carton 200. At this time, the barcode scanner 130 can scan the QR code on the carton 200. Furthermore, the adsorption mechanism 140 can adsorb the small package 300 and partially remove it from the carton 200, such as... Figure 3 As shown, at this time, the barcode scanner 130 can also scan the QR code of the small package 300.

[0059] The adsorption mechanism 140 can adsorb all the small packages 300 at once. After the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR codes of a portion of the small packages 300, the adsorption mechanism 140 releases the adsorption and places the small packages 300 back into the bar box 200. Then, the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR codes of a portion of the small packages 300 again, and so on, until the QR codes of all the small packages 300 are scanned. Alternatively, the adsorption mechanism 140 can adsorb a portion of the small packages 300 at a time. In this case, after the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR code of the corresponding small package 300, the adsorption mechanism 140 places the small package 300 back into the bar box 200, and then adsorbs a portion of the small packages 300 again, and so on, until the QR codes of all the small packages 300 are scanned.

[0060] Understandably, the barcode QR code automatic association device 100 also includes a host computer. The host computer is electrically connected to the barcode scanner 130. After the barcode scanner 130 sends the scanned QR code back to the host computer, the host computer can associate the QR code of the barcode 200 with the corresponding QR code of the small package 300, thereby realizing the automatic association between the QR codes of the semi-finished product barcode 200 and the small package 300. This host computer can be connected to the production control system for convenient production management.

[0061] After the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR codes on the carton 200 and the package 300, the adsorption mechanism 140 places the package 300 back into the carton 200, thus associating the QR codes on the carton 200 and the package 300. Subsequently, the conveying mechanism 120 transports the associating carton 200 to the sealing mechanism 150, which contacts the folded edge 210 of the carton 200 to securely connect the edge and seal the carton 200. This completes the automatic association and sealing of the QR codes on the carton 200 and the package 300.

[0062] The automatic barcode QR code association device 100 of the above embodiment automatically transports semi-finished barcodes 200 via a conveying mechanism 120. The barcode scanner 130 and the adsorption mechanism 140 work together to associate the QR codes of the barcodes 200 and the small packages 300. The sealing mechanism 150 then automatically seals the barcodes 200. Thus, the automatic barcode QR code association device 100 can automatically associate and seal the QR codes of the barcodes 200 and the small packages 300, eliminating the need for manual association and sealing, improving production efficiency, shortening association time, and achieving automated operation.

[0063] It is worth noting that the automatic barcode association device 100 of this application can be a standalone design, meaning that the automatic barcode association device 100 can independently perform automatic barcode association and packaging on semi-finished barcodes 200, realizing the production and processing of semi-finished barcodes 200. Alternatively, the automatic barcode association device 100 can be integrated into a fully automated production line, with the conveyor mechanism 120 connected to the production line. Once semi-finished barcodes 200 are generated due to sampling inspection, they can be conveyed to the conveyor mechanism 120 via the production line.

[0064] See Figure 1 and Figure 3In one embodiment, the conveying mechanism 120 includes a conveying line 121 and a plurality of partition baffles 122. The partition baffles 122 are spaced apart along the conveying direction of the conveying line 121, and adjacent partition baffles 122 are used to accommodate a strip box 200. The conveying line 121 is the main component of the conveying mechanism 120 for conveying. The conveying line 121 extends in the left-right direction and can extend through the support frame 110 to convey the strip box 200 along the conveying direction.

[0065] The barcode scanner 130, the adsorption mechanism 140, and the sealing mechanism 150 are all positioned above the conveyor line 121 after the support frame 110. Thus, the adsorption mechanism 140 can adsorb the small packages 300 in the carton 200 above the conveyor line 121; the barcode scanner 130 can scan the QR codes on the carton 200 and the small packages 300 above the conveyor line 121; and the sealing mechanism 150 can seal the associated carton 200 above the conveyor line 121. Optionally, the conveyor line 121 can be a belt conveyor or other structure capable of conveying goods in a continuous conveyor system.

[0066] The separator 122 serves a separating function, and multiple separators 122 are spaced apart along the conveyor line 121. This allows a strip box 200 to be placed between adjacent separators 122, ensuring that the spacing between strip boxes 200 is approximately the same. This prevents the barcode scanner 130 from mistakenly scanning the QR code of a subsequent strip box 200 while scanning the QR code of the previous one, thus guaranteeing scanning accuracy.

[0067] In one embodiment, the distance between any adjacent partitions 122 is the same. Thus, when the conveyor line 121 moves the partitions 122 a set distance, the barcode 200 is positioned below the adsorption mechanism 140 or other mechanisms. Furthermore, the distance between two adjacent partitions 122 can accommodate different lengths of barcode 200 models. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the distance between any adjacent partitions 122 can be different, as long as the accuracy of the barcode scanning is guaranteed.

[0068] See Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the adsorption mechanism 140 includes a first lifting drive 141, a mounting frame 142, and a first adsorption member 143. The first lifting drive 141 is disposed on the support frame 110, the mounting frame 142 is disposed at the output end of the first lifting drive 141, and the first adsorption member 143 is disposed on the mounting frame 142. The first lifting drive 141 can drive the first adsorption member 143 to move up and down in the height direction, and the first adsorption member 143 can adsorb or release the small package 300.

[0069] The first lifting drive component 141 is the power source for the lifting and lowering of the adsorption mechanism 140. The first lifting drive component 141 is mounted on the support frame 110 and located above the conveying mechanism 120. The mounting frame 142 is mounted to the output end of the first lifting drive component 141. The first adsorption component 143 is a component for adsorbing the small package 300, and the first lifting drive component 141 is mounted on the mounting frame 142. The first lifting drive component 141 can drive the mounting frame 142 to move the first adsorption component 143 upwards or downwards in the height direction.

[0070] On the one hand, the first lifting drive 141 can drive the first adsorption member 143 to rise or fall so that the first adsorption member 143 can adsorb the small package 300. On the other hand, when the QR code is automatically associated with different models (sizes, not mentioned below), the first lifting drive 141 drives the first adsorption member 143 to rise or fall, and can also adapt to different heights of the carton 200 so that the first adsorption member 143 can accurately adsorb the small package 300 of different models.

[0071] After the conveying mechanism 120 conveys the carton 200 to the area below the adsorption mechanism 140, the conveying mechanism 120 stops conveying. The first lifting drive 141 drives the mounting frame 142 to lower the first adsorption member 143 (along the height direction, which will not be described in detail below), so that the first adsorption member 143 contacts the small package 300 in the carton 200. After the first adsorption member 143 adsorbs the small package 300, the first lifting drive 141 drives the mounting frame 142 and the first adsorption member 143 to rise, so that the first adsorption member 143 can adsorb the small package 300, thereby partially removing the small package 300 from the carton 200.

[0072] After the first adsorption member 143 adsorbs part of the small package 300 and removes it from the carton 200, part of the small package 300 is located inside the carton 200, and the QR code of the small package 300 is exposed inside the carton 200. The barcode scanner 130 can scan the QR code of the small package 300. After scanning, the first adsorption member 143 releases its adsorption on the small package 300, allowing the small package 300 to fall back into the carton 200 under gravity, thus returning the small package 300 to the carton 200. Alternatively, the first lifting drive member 141 can drive the mounting bracket 142 to lower the first adsorption member 143, so that the first adsorption member 143 returns the small package 300 to the carton 200.

[0073] Optionally, the first lifting drive component 141 may be a lifting motor or a lifting cylinder, etc. The first lifting drive component 141 is mounted on the support frame 110 via a column or the like. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the first lifting drive component 141 may also be a combination of a motor and a mechanism that outputs linear motion, such as a combination of a motor and a ball screw structure, etc.

[0074] Optionally, the mounting bracket 142 is a combination of a mounting plate and a column, establishing a connection between the first lifting drive component 141 and the first suction component 143, so that the first suction component 143 can be installed onto the output end of the first lifting drive component 141. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the mounting bracket 142 may also be a mounting frame or other structures that facilitate the installation of the first suction component 143. Optionally, the first suction component 143 is a suction cup, and more specifically, a pneumatic suction cup, etc.

[0075] See Figure 3 In one embodiment, there are multiple first adsorption elements 143, which are spaced apart on the mounting frame 142. These multiple first adsorption elements 143 are used to adsorb multiple small packages 300 at a time. The multiple first adsorption elements 143 are spaced apart according to the arrangement of the small packages 300 in the barcode 200, with each small package 300 corresponding to at least one first adsorption element 143. In this way, multiple small packages 300 can be adsorbed simultaneously by the multiple first adsorption elements 143, improving scanning efficiency.

[0076] Optionally, the small packets 300 in the carton 200 are generally arranged in two rows, and correspondingly, the multiple first adsorption elements 143 are also arranged in two rows. In this way, two first adsorption elements 143 can simultaneously adsorb two small packets 300. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the small packets 300 and the first adsorption elements 143 in the carton 200 can also be arranged in other ways.

[0077] See Figure 3 In one embodiment, the number of first adsorption members 143 is equal to the number of small packages 300, and they are correspondingly arranged. That is, the first adsorption members 143 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the small packages 300. In this way, when the first lifting drive member 141 drives the mounting bracket 142 to lower the multiple first adsorption members 143, the multiple first adsorption members 143 can simultaneously adsorb all the small packages 300 and drive all the small packages 300 to rise, so that some of the small packages 300 are removed from the bar box 200 and the QR codes of the small packages 300 are exposed.

[0078] After the barcode scanner 130 scans the two leftmost small packages 300, the two leftmost first suction members 143 release their suction on the small packages 300, allowing them to fall into the barcode box 200. Subsequently, the barcode scanner 130 scans the two next leftmost small packages 300, and releases its suction on them after scanning, continuing this process to scan the QR codes of each small package 300. Alternatively, the first lifting drive member 141 can be used to lower the first suction members 143, placing the two leftmost small packages 300 back into the barcode box 200.

[0079] See Figure 3In this embodiment, the number of small packets 300 in the strip box 200 is ten, arranged in two rows, and correspondingly, the number of first adsorption members 143 is also ten. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the number of small packets 300 in the strip box 200 can be other, and the number of first adsorption members 143 can be adapted to the number of small packets 300.

[0080] In another embodiment of this application, the number of first adsorption members 143 is less than the number of small packages 300, so as to adsorb some of the small packages 300. Exemplarily, the number of first adsorption members 143 can be two. After the two first adsorption members 143 adsorb two small packages 300, the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR codes of the two small packages 300. Subsequently, the two first adsorption members 143 place the two small packages 300 back into the bar box 200, and then adsorb two more small packages 300. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the number of first adsorption members 143 can also be other.

[0081] See Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the adsorption mechanism 140 further includes a second adsorption member 144, which is horizontally disposed on the support frame 110 and located on at least one side of the strip box 200. The second adsorption member 144 is capable of adsorbing onto the outer wall of the strip box 200. The second adsorption member 144 is located on the side of the conveying mechanism 120 and is capable of adsorbing the strip box 200.

[0082] Understandably, when the first adsorption element 143 adsorbs the small package 300 in the bar box 200 and causes the small package 300 to rise, the small package 300 may cause the bar box 200 to rise synchronously. After the second adsorption element 144 adsorbs the bar box 200, the position of the bar box 200 can be fixed. In this way, when the first adsorption element 143 adsorbs the small package 300 and causes it to rise, the small package 300 can be partially moved out of the bar box 200, and the QR code of the small package 300 will be exposed in the bar box 200, which is convenient for the barcode scanner 130 to scan the QR codes of the bar box 200 and the small package 300.

[0083] Optionally, the second suction element 144 is a sponge suction cup. This ensures that after the second suction element 144 adsorbs the strip box 200, the strip box 200 will not deform, guaranteeing that the small package 300 can fall back into the strip box 200 normally. Furthermore, the sponge suction cup of the second suction element 144 can adapt to strip boxes 200 of different widths, achieving adsorption and fixation of strip boxes 200 of varying widths.

[0084] In this embodiment, there are two second adsorption members 144, which are arranged opposite each other on both sides of the conveying mechanism 120 to adsorb the strip box 200 on both sides. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the number of second adsorption members 144 may be one or even other numbers.

[0085] See Figures 1 to 3In one embodiment, the adsorption mechanism 140 further includes an adsorption drive 145, which is connected to the first adsorption element 143 and the second adsorption element 144 to control the adsorption or release of the first adsorption element 143 and the second adsorption element 144. The adsorption drive 145 is the power source for the adsorption of the first adsorption element 143 and the second adsorption element 144.

[0086] The adsorption drive 145 is connected to the first adsorption element 143 and the second adsorption element 144. When the adsorption drive 145 is working, it drives the first adsorption element 143 and the second adsorption element 144 to maintain negative pressure adsorption. When the adsorption drive 145 stops working, it can control the first adsorption element 143 and the second adsorption element 144 to release adsorption.

[0087] Optionally, the adsorption drive 145 is a combination of a negative pressure source and a control valve. The adsorption drive 145 can control multiple first adsorption elements 143 and second adsorption elements 144 to independently adsorb or desorb. The adsorption drive 145 can simultaneously control multiple first adsorption elements 143 to adsorb multiple small packages 300 and control the second adsorption elements 144 to adsorb strip boxes 200. Optionally, the control valve is a two-position three-way solenoid valve used to control the adsorption or desorption of the first adsorption elements 143 and second adsorption elements 144. Each first adsorption element 143 and each second adsorption element 144 corresponds to one control valve.

[0088] After the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR codes on the barcode tray 200 and the two leftmost small packages 300, the adsorption drive unit 145 controls the two leftmost first adsorption units 143 to release their adsorption, causing the two leftmost small packages 300 to fall back into the barcode tray 200. Subsequently, the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR codes on the next leftmost small packages 300, and the adsorption drive unit 145 controls the two next leftmost first adsorption units 143 to release their adsorption, causing the two next leftmost small packages 300 to fall back into the barcode tray 200. This process is repeated for all small packages 300, and the scanned small packages 300 are then controlled to fall back into the barcode tray 200.

[0089] See Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the sealing mechanism 150 includes a sealing component 151, a glue gun 152, and a pressure plate 153 arranged sequentially along the conveying direction. The sealing component 151 can push the folded edge 210 of the strip box 200 to close, the glue gun 152 is used to apply glue to the folded edge 210 of the strip box 200, and the pressure plate 153 is used to seal and press the glued folded edge 210. The sealing component 151, the glue gun 152, and the pressure plate 153 are arranged sequentially from left to right.

[0090] The sealing component 151 is used to close the folded edge 210 of the carton 200. The glue gun 152 is a glue-applying component that can apply glue to the folded edge 210 of the carton 200. The pressure plate 153 is used to press the folded edge 210. After the glue gun 152 applies glue to the folded edge 210, the pressure plate 153 presses the folded edge 210, fixing it by adhesive and completing the sealing and pressing of the folded edge 210, thereby achieving the sealing of the carton 200.

[0091] Specifically, the conveying mechanism 120 transports the bar box 200 with the QR code association to the sealing component 151. The sealing component 151 can be inserted into the outside of the folded edge 210. As the conveying mechanism 120 pushes the bar box 200, the sealing component 151 can contact the folded edge 210 and push the folded edge 210 to gradually flip and close. During this process, the glue gun 152 can be inserted into the narrow folded edge to apply glue. Subsequently, the conveying mechanism 120 transports the bar box 200 to the pressure plate 153, which can press the folded edge 210 tightly, fixing the folded edge 210 with glue, thus completing the sealing of the bar box 200.

[0092] See Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the sealing component 151 includes a pushing part 1511 and a pressing part 1512 disposed opposite to each other. The two pushing parts 1511 are V-shaped and disposed at one end of the pressing part 1512, used to push the folded edge 210 of the strip box 200 to flip. The pressing part 1512 can press against the folded edge 210 to close the folded edge 210. The two pushing parts 1511 are disposed opposite to each other on the left side of the pressing part 1512, and the opposite edges of the two pushing parts 1511 are inclined to form a V-shaped bevel to form a V-shaped groove.

[0093] When the conveying mechanism 120 conveys the carton 200 to the sealing member 151, the two pushing parts 1511 can be inserted into the outside of the folded edge 210. As the conveying mechanism 120 continues to convey the carton 200, the pushing parts 1511 with beveled edges can push the folded edge 210, causing the folded edge 210 to flip inward and gradually close. When the folded edge 210 contacts the pressing part 1512, the pressing part 1512 can press down on the folded edge 210, keeping the folded edge 210 in a closed state, thus completing the closure of the folded edge 210 of the carton 200.

[0094] It is worth noting that the inside and outside are based on the carton 200; the space inside the carton 200 is the inner side, and the space outside the carton 200 is the outer side. In one embodiment, the pushing part 1511 and the pressing part 1512 are plate-shaped. In another embodiment, the pushing part 1511 and the pressing part 1512 are an integral structure to ensure the structural strength of the sealing component 151.

[0095] See Figures 1 to 4In one embodiment, the edge-sealing mechanism 150 further includes a third lifting drive component, which is disposed on the support frame 110. The edge-sealing component 151, the glue gun 152, and the pressure plate 153 are disposed at the output end of the third lifting drive component and move up and down with the lifting drive component in the height direction. It is understood that the third lifting drive component is disposed on the support frame 110, and the edge-sealing component 151, the glue gun 152, and the pressure plate 153 can be installed at the output end of the third lifting drive component.

[0096] In this way, the third lifting drive can drive the sealing component 151, glue gun 152 and pressure plate 153 to rise or fall along the height direction, so as to adjust the height position of the sealing component 151, glue gun 152 and pressure plate 153, so that the sealing component 151 can seal the folded edge 210 of different models of carton 200, so as to meet the packaging requirements of different models of carton 200.

[0097] Optionally, the third lifting drive component is a lifting motor or a lifting cylinder, etc. The third lifting drive component is mounted on the support frame 110 via a column or the like. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the third lifting drive component may also be a combination of a motor and a mechanism that outputs linear motion, such as a combination of a motor and a ball screw structure, etc.

[0098] See Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 5 In one embodiment, the barcode automatic association device 100 further includes an edge-opening mechanism 160. The edge-opening mechanism 160 is disposed on the support frame 110 and located on the side of the scanner 130 away from the adsorption mechanism 140. The edge-opening mechanism 160 is used to open the folded edge 210 of the barcode 200. The edge-opening mechanism 160 is disposed on the leftmost side of the conveying mechanism 120 and on the left side of the scanner 130. The edge-opening mechanism 160 opens the folded edge 210 of the barcode 200. Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the automatic QR code association device 100 for the bar box 200.

[0099] For the semi-finished carton 200, although the folded edge 210 of the carton 200 has been opened, the folded edge 210 may still have a certain degree of tilt, which will affect the adsorption of the small package 300 by the first adsorption member 143. Therefore, before the first adsorption member 143 adsorbs the small package 300, this application first uses the opening mechanism 160 to open the folded edge 210 of the carton 200 so that the small package 300 is fully exposed, which facilitates the adsorption of the small package 300 by the first adsorption member 143.

[0100] Specifically, the conveying mechanism 120 conveys the carton 200 to the edge-opening mechanism 160, which can be inserted into the inside of the folded edge 210. As the conveying mechanism 120 continues to convey the carton 200, the edge-opening mechanism 160 can gradually push the folded edge 210 to flip outward, so that the folded edge 210 gradually opens and remains open. In this way, the small package 300 in the carton 200 is fully exposed, and the folded edge 210 does not obstruct the first adsorption member 143 from adsorbing the small package 300.

[0101] See Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 5 In one embodiment, the edge-opening mechanism 160 includes an edge-opening component 161, which is disposed on the support frame 110 and located on the side of the barcode scanner 130 opposite to the adsorption mechanism 140. The edge-opening component 161 can contact the folded edge 210 of the barcode 200 to open the folded edge 210. The edge-opening component 161 is disposed on the support frame 110 and located on the left side of the barcode scanner 130, while the adsorption mechanism 140 is located on the right side of the barcode scanner 130.

[0102] The edge-opening component 161 can be inserted into the inside of the folded edge 210 to open the folded edge 210. Specifically, the conveying mechanism 120 conveys the carton 200 to the edge-opening component 161, which can be inserted into the inside of the folded edge 210. As the conveying mechanism 120 continues to convey the carton 200, the edge-opening component 161 can gradually push the folded edge 210 to flip outward, so that the folded edge 210 gradually opens and remains open. In this way, the small package 300 in the carton 200 is fully exposed, and the folded edge 210 does not obstruct the first adsorption member 143 from adsorbing the small package 300.

[0103] See Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 5 In one embodiment, the edge-opening component 161 includes a tip 1611 and a spreading portion 1612. The tip 1611 is disposed at the end of the spreading portion 1612 opposite to the barcode scanner 130. The tip 1611 can be inserted into the folded edge 210 of the barcode 200 and spread open the folded edge 210 by the spreading portion 1612. The tip 1611 is disposed on the left side of the spreading portion 1612, and the outer edge of the tip 1611 is inclined so that the left side of the tip 1611 forms a point. The spreading portion 1612 can fully spread open the folded edge 210.

[0104] The conveying mechanism 120 conveys the carton 200 to the edge-opening component 161. The tip 1611 of the edge-opening component 161 can be inserted into the inside of the folded edge 210. As the conveying mechanism 120 continues to convey the carton 200, the tip 1611 can push the folded edge 210, causing the folded edge 210 to gradually flip outward and gradually open. When the opening part 1612 contacts the folded edge 210, the opening part 1612 can fully open the folded edge 210, so that the folded edge 210 is fully open.

[0105] In one embodiment, the tip portion 1611 and the spreading portion 1612 are arranged in a plate-like manner. In another embodiment, the tip portion 1611 and the spreading portion 1612 are an integral structure to ensure the structural strength of the open edge component 161.

[0106] In one embodiment, the edge-opening mechanism 160 further includes a second lifting drive 162, which is disposed on the support frame 110. The edge-opening component 161 is disposed at the output end of the second lifting drive 162 and moves up and down with the second lifting drive 162 in the height direction.

[0107] Understandably, the second lifting drive 162 is mounted on the support frame 110, and the opening component 161 is installed at the output end of the second lifting drive 162. Thus, the second lifting drive 162 can drive the opening component 161 to rise or fall along the height direction, thereby adjusting the height position of the opening component 161. This allows the opening component 161 to perform opening operations on different models of carton 200, meeting the opening requirements of different models of carton 200.

[0108] Optionally, the second lifting drive component 162 may be a lifting motor or a lifting cylinder, etc. The second lifting drive component 162 is mounted on the support frame 110 via a column or the like. Of course, in other embodiments of this application, the second lifting drive component 162 may also be a combination of a motor and a mechanism that outputs linear motion, such as a combination of a motor and a ball screw structure, etc.

[0109] When the automatic barcode association device 100 of this application associates barcodes with barcodes 200 and its small packages 300, the barcode 200 is placed on the conveying mechanism 120, which then transports the barcode 200. When the barcode 200 is transported to the edge-opening member 161, the tip 1611 of the edge-opening member 161 can be inserted into the inside of the folded edge 210. The conveying mechanism 120 continues to transport the barcode 200, and the folded edge 210 can be flipped outward along the tip 1611 and gradually opened. Subsequently, the opening part 1612 can extend into the folded edge 210 to keep the folded edge 210 in an open state.

[0110] The conveying mechanism 120 transports the fully opened carton 200 to the adsorption mechanism 140. The first lifting drive 141 drives the mounting bracket 142 to lower multiple first adsorption elements 143 above the small package 300, with each first adsorption element 143 corresponding to a small package 300. The adsorption drive 145 drives the multiple first adsorption elements 143 to adsorb the corresponding small package 300, while the second adsorption elements 144 on both sides maintain negative pressure to adsorb the carton 200. Subsequently, the first lifting drive 141 drives all the small packages 300 to rise to the position where the QR code of the small package 300 is exposed, but the small package 300 is not completely removed from the height of the carton 200, that is, the first lifting drive 141 drives the first adsorption elements 143 to partially remove the small package 300 from the carton 200.

[0111] In this way, the QR code on the small package 300 can be exposed in the barcode 200, facilitating scanning by the barcode scanner 130. During scanning, the barcode scanner 130 first scans the QR codes on the barcode 200 and the two leftmost small packages 300. Then, the adsorption drive 145 controls the two leftmost first adsorption elements 143 to release, causing the two leftmost small packages 300 to fall back into the barcode 200. Next, the barcode scanner 130 scans the QR codes on the next leftmost small packages 300. Then, the adsorption drive 145 controls the two next leftmost first adsorption elements 143 to release, causing the two next leftmost small packages 300 to fall back into the barcode 200. This process is repeated for all small packages 300, and the scanned packages 300 are then returned to the barcode 200.

[0112] After the barcode scanning is completed, the conveying mechanism 120 transports the carton 200 to the sealing mechanism 150. The two pushing parts 1511 of the sealing component 151 can be inserted into the outer side of the folded edge 210. As the conveying mechanism 120 continues to transport the carton 200, the pushing parts 1511 with beveled edges push the folded edge 210, causing it to flip inwards and gradually close. When the folded edge 210 contacts the pressing part 1512, the pressing part 1512 presses down on the folded edge 210, keeping it closed and completing the sealing of the folded edge 210 of the carton 200. During this process, the glue gun 152 can be inserted into the narrow folded edge to apply glue. Subsequently, the conveying mechanism 120 transports the carton 200 to the pressure plate 153, which presses down on the folded edge 210, fixing it with glue and completing the sealing of the carton 200.

[0113] The automatic barcode QR code association device 100 of this application automatically transports semi-finished barcodes 200 via a conveying mechanism 120. A barcode scanner 130 and an adsorption mechanism 140 work together to associate the QR codes of barcodes 200 and small packages 300. Finally, a sealing mechanism 150 automatically seals the barcodes 200. Thus, the automatic barcode QR code association device 100 can automatically associate and seal the QR codes of barcodes 200 and small packages 300, eliminating the need for manual association and sealing, improving production efficiency, shortening association time, and achieving automated operation.

[0114] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0115] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A barcode automatic association device, characterized in that, include: Support frame; A conveying mechanism for conveying cartons loaded with small packages, and the supporting frame is installed along the conveying direction; A barcode scanner, mounted on the support frame, is used to scan the QR code on the bar and the QR code on the small package, respectively. An adsorption mechanism is provided on the support frame and located on one side of the barcode scanner along the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism. The adsorption mechanism can adsorb the small package to move part of the small package out of or into the carton. as well as An edge sealing mechanism is provided on the support frame and located on the side of the adsorption mechanism away from the barcode scanner. The edge sealing mechanism is used to seal the bar box.

2. The automatic barcode association device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adsorption mechanism includes a first lifting drive component, a mounting frame, and a first adsorption component. The first lifting drive component is disposed on the support frame, the mounting frame is disposed at the output end of the first lifting drive component, and the first adsorption component is disposed on the mounting frame. The first lifting drive can drive the first adsorption member to move up and down along the height direction, and the first adsorption member can adsorb or release the small package.

3. The automatic barcode association device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The number of the first adsorption elements is multiple, and the multiple first adsorption elements are spaced apart on the mounting frame. The multiple first adsorption elements are used to adsorb multiple small packages at one time. The number of the first adsorption elements is equal to the number of the small packages, and they are set accordingly. Alternatively, the number of the first adsorbents may be less than the number of the small packages, so as to adsorb a portion of the small packages.

4. The automatic barcode association device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The adsorption mechanism further includes a second adsorption element, which is arranged horizontally on the support frame and located on at least one side of the strip box. The second adsorption element can be adsorbed onto the outer wall of the strip box.

5. The automatic barcode association device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The adsorption mechanism further includes an adsorption driving component, which is connected to the first adsorption element and the second adsorption element to control the adsorption or release of the first adsorption element and the second adsorption element. And / or, the second adsorption element is a sponge suction cup.

6. The automatic barcode association device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The automatic QR code association device for the bar box also includes an edge opening mechanism, which is disposed on the support frame and located on the side of the barcode scanner away from the adsorption mechanism. The edge opening mechanism is used to open the folded edge of the bar box. The edge-opening mechanism includes an edge-opening component, which is disposed on the support frame and located on the side of the barcode scanner away from the adsorption mechanism. The edge-opening component can contact the folded edge of the bar box to open the folded edge.

7. The automatic barcode association device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The edge-opening component includes a pointed part and a supporting part. The pointed part is disposed at the end of the supporting part away from the barcode scanner. The pointed part can be inserted into the folded edge of the carton and the folded edge is opened by the supporting part. And / or, the edge-opening mechanism further includes a second lifting drive member, which is disposed on the support frame, and the edge-opening component is disposed at the output end of the second lifting drive member and moves up and down with the second lifting drive member in the height direction.

8. The automatic barcode association device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The sealing mechanism includes a sealing component, a glue gun, and a pressure plate arranged sequentially along the conveying direction. The sealing component can push the folded edge of the strip box to close. The glue gun is used to apply glue to the folded edge of the strip box, and the pressure plate is used to seal and press the folded edge after applying glue.

9. The automatic barcode association device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The edge sealing component includes a pushing part and a pressing part arranged opposite to each other. The two pushing parts are arranged in a V-shape at one end of the pressing part and are used to push the folded edge of the strip box to flip. The pressing part can press against the folded edge to close the folded edge. And / or, the edge sealing mechanism further includes a third lifting drive component, which is disposed on the support frame, and the edge sealing component, the glue gun and the pressure plate are disposed at the output end of the third lifting drive component and move up and down with the lifting drive component in the height direction.

10. The automatic barcode association device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The conveying mechanism includes a conveying line and multiple partitions. The partitions are spaced apart along the conveying direction of the conveying line, and adjacent partitions are used to accommodate one of the strip boxes. The distances between any two adjacent partitions are either the same or different.

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