Ampoule penicillin integrated bottle protection device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a ampoule penicillin integrated bottle protection device relates to the field of food, pharmaceutical packaging machinery, it includes table board, is equipped with the conveying mechanism for conveying ampoule bottle or penicillin bottle on the table board, and the conveying mechanism includes the bottle protection system for preventing ampoule bottle or penicillin bottle to pour, the bottom of table board is equipped with the drive system for driving conveying mechanism, and the bottle protection system is equipped with the bottle rotating system for ampoule bottle wire drawing sealing process, the inlet end of conveying mechanism is equipped with the flexible material inlet plum-pudding baffle piece. The utility model has the remarkable cost advantage, high efficiency and easy use, and has important practical significance to improve the production efficiency, product quality and economic benefit of liquid medicine production enterprise.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food and pharmaceutical packaging machinery technology, and in particular to an ampoule bottle protection device. Background Technology

[0002] The filling and production of liquid pharmaceuticals is a complex and delicate process, in which the stability of the packaging materials is crucial. Especially after filling, the packaging materials need to be transported and transferred, a process highly susceptible to problems such as bottle tipping, breakage, and spillage. These issues not only lead to loss of the liquid medication but also pollute the production environment and may even cause downtime due to equipment malfunctions, severely impacting production efficiency and product quality.

[0003] Traditional liquid pharmaceutical filling production lines are equipped with corresponding bottle protection devices, but these devices often have certain limitations. For example, existing bottle protection devices are usually optimized for specific packaging material specifications and lack compatibility with various packaging material specifications. This means that in actual production, when different packaging material specifications need to be changed, the bottle protection device must be readjusted or even partially replaced. This not only increases equipment maintenance costs and time but may also lead to production interruptions and reduced production efficiency.

[0004] Furthermore, existing bottle protection devices also have shortcomings in terms of stability. On the filling line, the packaging materials are transported at high speeds, especially during filling pauses. Due to inertia, the packaging materials are prone to tipping over or colliding, leading to damage. At the same time, due to the special properties of the pharmaceutical solution, splashing not only wastes the solution but can also pollute the equipment and the surrounding environment, increasing the difficulty of cleaning and maintenance.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a bottle protection device that can adapt to various packaging materials of different specifications, so as to ensure that both ampoules and vials can be transported and transferred smoothly and reliably during the filling process, effectively reducing the risk of bottle tipping, breakage and splashing, reducing drug loss and environmental pollution, and improving the continuity and stability of production. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide an integrated ampoule and vial protection device to achieve stable and reliable protection of the ampoule and vial, while also offering significant cost advantages, high efficiency, and ease of use.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an integrated ampoule and vial bottle protection device, comprising a table, wherein the table is provided with a conveying mechanism for conveying ampoules or vials, the conveying mechanism including a bottle protection system for preventing the ampoules or vials from tipping over; a drive system for driving the conveying mechanism is provided at the bottom of the table, and a bottle rotation system for the ampoule drawing and sealing process is provided on the bottle protection system; and a flexible inlet baffle is provided at the inlet end of the conveying mechanism.

[0008] Preferably, the bottle protection system includes a first bottle protection toothed plate and a second bottle protection toothed plate arranged vertically at intervals, the first bottle protection toothed plate being movably disposed above the second bottle protection toothed plate; both the first and second bottle protection toothed plates have multiple V-shaped openings on one side; the inlet plum blossom baffle is disposed on the second bottle protection toothed plate.

[0009] Preferably, the inlet baffle is made of polyamide material.

[0010] Preferably, the conveying mechanism further includes a bottle guide bar, which is located on the side of the first bottle guard plate with a V-shaped opening; the upper surface of the bottle guide bar is provided with a guide groove for guiding the ampoule or vial.

[0011] Preferably, the bottle protection system further includes a guardrail or guard plate, which is disposed on the side of the guide groove opposite to the first bottle protection toothed plate.

[0012] Preferably, the bottom of the tabletop is provided with three synchronous pulleys; the servo motor is fixed under the tabletop, and its output shaft is connected to the synchronous pulley located on one side.

[0013] Preferably, the tensioning pulleys are installed on both sides of the timing pulley in the middle of the bottom of the table.

[0014] Preferably, the integrated ampoule bottle protector includes a filling guard plate made of a transparent material.

[0015] The ampoule bottle protector provided by this utility model has the following significant advantages compared to the prior art:

[0016] This invention can simultaneously meet the bottle protection needs of both ampoules and vials, greatly improving the versatility and flexibility of the equipment. In actual production, only the corresponding fixed mold needs to be changed according to the outer diameter of the packaging material to quickly switch between different types of packaging material production, without the need for complex modifications or replacements to the entire bottle protection device. This significantly saves equipment investment costs and production preparation time, and improves production efficiency and equipment utilization.

[0017] Specifically designed for tall, narrow ampoule bottles, the upper and lower V-shaped opening guard plates provide stable support and precise positioning for the packaging material. This unique structural design effectively prevents the ampoule from swaying or tipping due to its high center of gravity during transport and transfer, ensuring the bottle maintains a stable posture throughout the entire production process. This significantly reduces bottle breakage and medication loss, while also improving the precision and quality of subsequent filling and sealing processes, thus guaranteeing product qualification rates and production efficiency.

[0018] A transmission scheme employing a servo motor to drive a synchronous pulley, which in turn drives a crank-slider mechanism, achieves high-precision positioning control during the bottle protection process. The servo motor's characteristics of rapid response, high torque output, and precise speed control ensure stable and uniform transmission from the synchronous pulley, thereby driving the crank-slider mechanism to achieve precise linear motion. This enables the bottle protection device to accurately perform bottle removal and contact actions during packaging material conveying, ensuring the positioning accuracy of the bottle at key stations such as filling and inspection. This effectively avoids production failures and product quality issues caused by positioning deviations, improving the automation level and reliability of the entire production system.

[0019] The bottle protection system is equipped with quick-release and adjustment mechanisms, greatly facilitating operator adjustments and maintenance. Depending on the height of the packaging material, operators can quickly adjust the height of the bottle protection device simply by tightening or loosening the knob, without the need for complex tools or specialized skills, significantly reducing equipment adjustment and downtime. This user-friendly design not only improves production efficiency but also reduces the difficulty of operation and maintenance costs, making the device easier to use and manage. It is particularly suitable for multi-variety, small-batch liquid pharmaceutical production environments, enabling rapid response to market changes and production needs, thus enhancing the company's market competitiveness. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an integrated ampoule and penicillin bottle protection device according to this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an integrated ampoule and penicillin bottle protection device according to this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an integrated ampoule and penicillin bottle protection device according to this utility model. Figure 3 ;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a top view of an integrated ampoule and penicillin bottle protection device according to the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the crank-slider mechanism in an integrated ampoule-cilene bottle protection device of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the drive system in the integrated ampoule and penicillin bottle protection device of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the bottle protection system and the bottle rotating system in the integrated ampoule and penicillin bottle protection device of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of a portion of the left-hand component;

[0028] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the deep groove ball bearing in an integrated ampoule bottle protector of this utility model.

[0029] Reference numerals: 1. Tabletop; 2. Ampoule; 3. Drive system; 4. Bottle protection system; 5. Bottle rotation system; 6. Servo motor; 7. Synchronous pulley; 8. Tensioning pulley; 9. Tensioning shaft; 10. Clearance pulley; 11. Tensioning block; 12. Synchronous belt; 13. Guardrail plate; 14. Bottle protection support assembly; 15. Bottle guide bar; 16. Bottle protection toothed plate adjustment assembly; 17. Deep groove ball bearing; 18. Crank-slider mechanism; 19. Crank; 20. Slider; 21. Connecting rod; 22. Filling guard plate; 23. Inlet plum blossom baffle; 24. First bottle protection toothed plate. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0031] Example 1:

[0032] This utility model discloses an ampoule bottle protection device, which mainly provides a solution to the problems of bottle tipping, bottle breakage, and liquid splashing that occur during the production and filling of liquid medicines. Through innovative structural design, the device ensures stable and reliable operation of the packaging material during transportation and transfer after filling, while being compatible with various bottle types, effectively avoiding liquid loss and pollution of the production environment.

[0033] The drive system 3, serving as the core power source for the entire bottle protection device, is installed at the bottom of the tabletop 1. It includes a servo motor 6, synchronous pulleys 7, tension pulleys 8, a tension shaft 9, clearance pulleys 10, tension blocks 11, and a synchronous belt 12. Three synchronous pulleys 7 are located at the bottom of the tabletop. The servo motor 6 is fixed below the tabletop 1, and its output shaft is connected to one of the synchronous pulleys 7 on one side, forming the main transmission pair. The tension pulleys 8 are installed on both sides of the synchronous pulleys 7 in the middle of the bottom of the tabletop 1, and the tension of the synchronous belt 12 is automatically adjusted through a spring tensioning mechanism and a transmission shaft. The clearance pulleys 10 are designed at key positions on the inner side of the synchronous belt 12, allowing packaging materials to pass smoothly without interference under special working conditions. The synchronous belt 12 is made of high-precision PU, ensuring the accuracy and smoothness of power transmission.

[0034] The bottle protection system 4 is installed on the upper part of the table 1 and comes into direct contact with the packaging material. Its structure includes a first bottle protection toothed plate 24 and a second bottle protection toothed plate arranged vertically at intervals. The first bottle protection toothed plate 24 is movably positioned above the second bottle protection toothed plate by an adjustment mechanism. Both the first bottle protection toothed plate 24 and the second bottle protection toothed plate have multiple V-shaped openings on the same side. These V-shaped openings are regularly arranged to precisely position the bottleneck of the packaging material, ensuring that the packaging material remains vertically stable during transportation. The second bottle-protecting toothed plate has an inlet baffle 23 at its inlet end, which is made of polyamide material and has good cushioning and shock absorption performance. When the packaging material enters the device, the inlet baffle 23 can effectively offset the impact force generated by the inertia of the packaging material, prevent the packaging material from tipping over, and lay the foundation for subsequent stable conveying. The adjustment rod of the first bottle-protecting toothed plate 24 has clear scale markings, and the operator can quickly adjust the height by turning the knob to adapt to different specifications of packaging materials. The bottle-pressing block of the second bottle-protecting toothed plate is made of PTFE engineering plastic and has a built-in spring, which provides cushioning and shock absorption function, and is particularly suitable for the stable conveying of tall ampoules.

[0035] Furthermore, the conveying mechanism also includes a bottle guide bar 15, located on the side of the first bottle guard plate 24 with a V-shaped opening. The bottle guide bar 15 is made of reinforced nylon with a low coefficient of friction and has guide grooves designed on its surface. The guide grooves of the bottle guide bar 15 have a continuous wave-shaped structure, which can ensure that the ampoules 2 or vials move smoothly along the predetermined trajectory during the conveying process, avoiding the risk of collision or tipping due to path deviation. These guide grooves cooperate with the V-shaped opening of the bottle guard plate to form an all-round guide for the packaging material.

[0036] Furthermore, the bottle protection system 4 also includes a guardrail plate 13, which is located on the side of the guide groove opposite to the first bottle protection toothed plate 24. The guardrail plate 13 is made of food-grade stainless steel and is connected to the bottle protection support assembly 14 via a quick-release mechanism. This design not only ensures the durability and safety of the guardrail plate 13, but also facilitates quick adjustment of its position according to the height of the packaging material.

[0037] In addition, the conveying mechanism includes a bottle support assembly 14, a deep groove ball bearing 17, and a filling guard plate 22. The bottle support assembly 14 incorporates a precision linear bearing to support the entire bottle protection system 4 and ensure its linear motion accuracy. The deep groove ball bearing 17 is installed at key stress points of the bottle protection system 4, reducing friction loss and improving system lifespan. The filling guard plate 22 connects to the filling machine and is made of transparent PC material, facilitating observation of the filling process while preventing liquid splashing.

[0038] The bottle-turning system 5 is integrated onto the bottle-protecting system 4 and is specifically designed for the string-sealing process of ampoule packaging. Its structure includes a diameter of... The ampoule 2 is equipped with a rolling bearing and a crank-slider mechanism 18. The crank-slider mechanism 18 converts rotational motion into linear motion, enabling the bottle protection device to move away from and towards the bottle, ensuring precise positioning and stable operation of the packaging material during filling. The crank-slider mechanism 18 includes a crank 19, a slider 20, and a connecting rod 21. The rolling bearings are made of high-precision chromium bearing steel, with one set on each side of the ampoule 2's conveying path. Contact between the bearings ensures uniform heating of the ampoule head, facilitating subsequent stringing and sealing operations. The ampoule rotation is achieved with the assistance of the two sets of rolling bearings. Each ampoule rotates between two rolling bearings to heat its head. The crank-slider mechanism 18 consists of a crank 19, a slider 20, and a connecting rod 21. The crank 19 is connected to the drive system 3, converting rotational motion into linear motion of the slider 20 along the guide rail, which in turn drives the connecting rod 21 to achieve the bottle protection device's movement away from and towards the bottle, ensuring the packaging material maintains optimal positioning throughout the filling process, improving production efficiency and product qualification rate.

[0039] This invention integrates a drive system 3, a bottle protection system 4, and a rotating bottle system 5 to form a complete solution for liquid pharmaceutical filling and bottle protection. In practical applications, the packaging material enters the device from the infeed end, first undergoes initial stabilization by the bottle protection system 4, and then the synchronous belt 12, driven by the drive system 3, achieves precise delivery of the packaging material. For ampoules 2, the rotating bottle system 5 is activated, and the rolling bearing assists the bottle body in rotating to complete the sealing process; for vials, the rotating bottle system 5 remains stationary, and stable delivery is achieved solely through the bottle protection system 4. Furthermore, due to the high center of gravity of the ampoule packaging material, it is prone to tipping and breaking due to inertia during the filling and transfer phases. Therefore, an inlet baffle 23 made of polyamide material is designed on the linear conveyor track, which has good cushioning and shock absorption capabilities to avoid the risk of tipping and breaking of the packaging material.

[0040] The entire device, through its quick-release and adjustment mechanism design, significantly simplifies the operating procedures of pharmaceutical plants, reducing equipment adjustment time and maintenance costs. Actual production verification has shown that this device can effectively reduce bottle tipping rates by over 85%, reduce bottle breakage losses by over 90%, and significantly reduce liquid spillage and environmental pollution risks, demonstrating significant economic and social benefits. This invention can simultaneously meet the bottle protection needs of ampoules and vial packaging materials in liquid pharmaceutical filling production.

[0041] Example 2:

[0042] Based on Example 1, this embodiment works in conjunction with the bottle-turning system 5 in patent CN117923398A to complete the bottle-turning and string-sealing action of the ampoule 2, while the bottle-turning system 5 remains stationary during the transport of the vial.

[0043] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An integrated ampoule bottle protector, characterized in that, The device includes a table (1), on which a conveying mechanism for conveying ampoules (2) or vials is provided. The conveying mechanism includes a bottle protection system (4) for preventing the ampoules (2) or vials from tipping over. The bottom of the table (1) is provided with a drive system (3) for driving the conveying mechanism. The bottle protection system (4) is provided with a bottle rotating system (5) for the wire-drawing sealing process of the ampoules (2). The inlet end of the conveying mechanism is provided with a flexible inlet plum blossom baffle (23).

2. The ampoule-penicillin integrated bottle protector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottle protection system (4) includes a first bottle protection toothed plate (24) and a second bottle protection toothed plate arranged vertically at intervals. The first bottle protection toothed plate (24) is movably arranged above the second bottle protection toothed plate. Both the first bottle protection toothed plate (24) and the second bottle protection toothed plate have multiple V-shaped openings on one side. The inlet plum blossom baffle (23) is arranged on the second bottle protection toothed plate.

3. The ampoule-penicillin integrated bottle protector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inlet plum blossom baffle (23) is made of polyamide material.

4. The ampoule-penicillin integrated bottle protector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The conveying mechanism also includes a bottle guide bar, which is located on the side of the first bottle guard plate (24) with a V-shaped opening; the upper surface of the bottle guide bar is provided with a guide groove for guiding the ampoule (2) or vial.

5. The ampoule-penicillin integrated bottle protector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottle protection system (4) also includes a guardrail plate (13), which is disposed on the side of the guide groove opposite to the first bottle protection toothed plate (24).

6. The ampoule-penicillin integrated bottle protector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the tabletop (1) is provided with three synchronous pulleys (7); the servo motor (6) is fixed below the tabletop (1), and its output shaft is connected to the synchronous pulley (7) located on one side.

7. The integrated ampoule bottle protector according to claim 6, characterized in that, The tensioning pulley (8) is installed on both sides of the synchronous pulley (7) at the bottom center of the table (1).

8. The ampoule-penicillin integrated bottle protector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ampoule penicillin integrated bottle protector includes a filling guard (22) made of a transparent material.

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