A semi-automatic apparatus for applying a gasket to a container
By introducing a variable pitch mechanism into the semi-automatic equipment, the efficiency problem of synchronously attaching auxiliary materials to multiple suction cup components in a large container was solved, achieving efficient and low-cost production process optimization.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 东莞市酷奇自动化设备有限公司
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
In existing technologies, it is difficult to efficiently and accurately attach auxiliary materials simultaneously with multiple suction cup components in large containers, which limits the improvement of production efficiency.
Design a semi-automatic device equipped with longitudinal, vertical, and variable-distance mechanisms. The variable-distance mechanism adjusts the spacing of multiple suction cup components to achieve synchronous suction and attachment of multiple auxiliary materials.
It improved production efficiency, reduced costs, ensured operational precision and stability, and adapted to the needs of large-scale production.
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Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of semi-automatic equipment, and in particular to a semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container. Background Technology
[0002] In the electronics manufacturing industry, when electronic components are installed inside containers such as housings, auxiliary materials, such as insulating sponges, need to be attached to the inner wall of the container to provide additional functions such as insulation and cushioning for the electronic components. In existing technologies, a stripping device is often used to peel the auxiliary material from the material roll, and then a attaching device is used to attach the auxiliary material to the inner wall of the container. When the attaching device is equipped with only a single suction cup assembly for picking up, moving, and attaching the material, the entire process runs relatively smoothly.
[0003] However, with the expansion of production scale and the increasing demand for efficiency improvements, the simultaneous operation of multiple suction cup assemblies has become an inevitable trend. But this process has encountered a series of problems. Because multiple auxiliary materials are usually adjacent to each other on the material roll with short spacing, while the corresponding containers are often large in size or, for ease of handling, spaced far apart, the suction cup assemblies cannot be directly placed into the multiple containers on the fixture assembly after picking up the auxiliary materials. A variable-distance operation is necessary; otherwise, efficient and precise attachment is difficult to achieve.
[0004] Traditional material application equipment lacks an effective pitch-changing mechanism, which cannot meet the needs of multiple suction cup components to simultaneously apply auxiliary materials to multiple containers, greatly limiting the improvement of production efficiency and making it difficult to adapt to the pace of modern large-scale production. Utility Model Content
[0005] To overcome the shortcomings mentioned above, this utility model aims to provide a technical solution that can solve the above problems.
[0006] This utility model provides a semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into containers, including a frame, and a peeling device, a applying device, and a fixture assembly mounted on the frame. The peeling device peels the auxiliary materials from the material roll and lays multiple auxiliary materials flat on the feeding plate. Multiple applying containers are placed on the fixture assembly. Multiple suction cup assemblies of the applying device pick up the auxiliary materials from the feeding plate and move them into the internal cavities of the multiple applying containers to perform the applying operation, so that the auxiliary materials are attached to the inner wall of the applying containers. The applying device is provided with a longitudinal movement mechanism, a vertical movement mechanism, and a pitch-changing mechanism. The longitudinal movement mechanism is mounted on the frame, the vertical movement mechanism is mounted on the drive end of the longitudinal movement mechanism, the pitch-changing mechanism is mounted on the drive end of the vertical movement mechanism, and the multiple suction cup assemblies are respectively mounted on the pitch-changing end of the pitch-changing mechanism. Under the drive of the pitch-changing mechanism, the spacing is adjusted so that the multiple suction cup assemblies are aligned with the multiple applying containers and the multiple auxiliary materials are applied simultaneously.
[0007] Furthermore: the pitch-changing mechanism includes a pitch-changing bracket, a first actuator, and a first pitch-changing module. The pitch-changing bracket is installed on the drive end of the vertical movement mechanism. The first pitch-changing module includes a first proximal suction cup and a first distal suction cup. The first actuator can drive the first distal suction cup to move.
[0008] Furthermore, the pitch-changing mechanism is also provided with a second actuator and a second pitch-changing module, wherein the second pitch-changing module is provided with a second proximal suction cup and a second distal suction cup, and the second actuator can drive the second distal suction cup to move.
[0009] Furthermore: the first variable pitch module is also provided with a first pulling member, the two ends of which are respectively connected to a first proximal suction cup and a first distal suction cup; the second variable pitch module is also provided with a second pulling member, the two ends of which are respectively connected to a second proximal suction cup and a second distal suction cup; and the second proximal suction cup is arranged adjacent to the first proximal suction cup.
[0010] Furthermore, the pulling component is configured as a strip-shaped pull plate, one end of which is fixedly connected to the distal suction cup, and the other end is connected to the proximal suction cup through a strip-shaped hole and a pin.
[0011] Furthermore, a reset spring is provided between the proximal suction cup and the variable pitch bracket. The two ends of the reset spring are respectively connected to the variable pitch bracket and the proximal suction cup, thereby forming a retractable elastic connection.
[0012] Furthermore, short-distance positioning blocks are provided on both sides of the suction cup assembly. The short-distance positioning blocks are fixed to the suction cup assembly and protrude a certain length so that when the two sets of suction cup assemblies approach each other, their short-distance positioning blocks abut against each other.
[0013] Furthermore: the suction cup assembly includes a suction cup bracket, an adapter bracket, and an auxiliary material suction cup. The suction cup bracket is slidably connected to the variable pitch bracket. One end of the adapter bracket is slidably connected to the suction cup bracket, and the other end is fixed to the auxiliary material suction cup. The auxiliary material suction cup is used to perform adsorption operations on auxiliary materials.
[0014] Furthermore: the longitudinal movement mechanism is equipped with a longitudinal linear module, and the vertical movement mechanism is equipped with a vertical movement bracket, a vertical linear module, and a vertical movement beam. The vertical movement bracket is installed on the drive end of the longitudinal linear module, the vertical linear module is installed on the vertical movement bracket, one end of the vertical movement beam is installed on the drive end of the vertical linear module, and the pitch-changing mechanism is installed on the other end of the vertical movement beam.
[0015] It also includes a safety light curtain and a two-hand start switch, which are respectively installed on the rack. The safety light curtain is located on the outside of the fixture assembly, and the two-hand start switch is located on the outside of the safety light curtain.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0017] 1. High-efficiency variable spacing improves production efficiency: This utility model, through the ingenious setting of a variable spacing mechanism on the material application device, can automatically and precisely adjust the spacing between multiple suction cup components. During the material suction stage, the spacing between the suction cup components can be adjusted to be relatively small to simultaneously suction multiple adjacent materials; while during the application stage, the spacing can be adjusted to be relatively large, thus smoothly applying multiple containers with larger spacing simultaneously. Taking the first embodiment as an example, with two sets of suction cup components and the variable spacing mechanism, two materials and two application containers can be operated simultaneously, resulting in a significant increase in work efficiency compared to operating a single suction cup component one by one. In the second embodiment, four sets of suction cup components are set, further expanding the number of materials and containers that can be processed simultaneously, resulting in a more significant improvement in production efficiency and powerfully promoting the high efficiency of the production process.
[0018] 2. Simple structure and strong scalability: In the second embodiment, the pitch-changing mechanisms are independent of each other. Each pitch-changing mechanism consists of an independent actuator and a pitch-changing module. For example, the first actuator and the first pitch-changing module form an independent pitch-changing mechanism, and the second actuator and the second pitch-changing module form another independent pitch-changing mechanism. This structural design is extremely simple. Each independent pitch-changing mechanism can correspond to one material roll and one fixture assembly. That is, only two auxiliary materials are wound synchronously and adjacent to each other on a material roll, corresponding to one independent pitch-changing mechanism. This pitch-changing mechanism corresponds to one fixture assembly, and two material application containers can be placed on the fixture assembly at the same time. If it is necessary to further expand the production scale, it can be easily achieved by simply increasing the number of independent pitch-changing mechanisms, providing a convenient way for enterprises to expand their production capacity in the future.
[0019] 3. Cost Reduction through Linkage Mechanism: In the third embodiment, a first pulling member and a second pulling member are provided to achieve mutual linkage between multiple pitch-changing mechanisms. The first pulling member connects the first proximal suction cup and the first distal suction cup, and the second pulling member connects the second proximal suction cup and the second distal suction cup. When the first actuator drives the first distal suction cup to move, the first pulling member drives the first proximal suction cup to move a certain distance in the same direction. Similarly, when the second actuator drives the second distal suction cup to move, the second pulling member drives the second proximal suction cup to move a certain distance in the same direction, thereby achieving synchronous pitch adjustment of the four suction cup components. This linkage design is particularly suitable for scenarios where four auxiliary materials are wound synchronously adjacent to each other on a single roll. Only one roll is needed to correspond to four sets of suction cup components, and four application containers can be placed simultaneously on one fixture component. Compared with the second embodiment, there is no need to repeatedly configure rolls and fixture components for each independent pitch-changing mechanism, which greatly reduces the overall cost. At the same time, the operation process is optimized, further improving production efficiency, achieving a dual breakthrough in cost control and production efficiency improvement.
[0020] 4. Multiple safeguards ensure accuracy and stability: During equipment operation, multiple structures are incorporated to guarantee accuracy and stability. For example, a long-distance positioning block is installed at the final movement distance of the distal suction cup. When the actuator drives the distal suction cup to the preset position, it abuts against the long-distance positioning block, ensuring that the movement distance of the distal suction cup meets the preset accuracy requirements, thereby guaranteeing the accuracy of the suction cup assembly spacing adjustment. Short-distance positioning blocks are installed on both sides of the suction cup assembly, with their protruding length equal to half the distance when the suction cup assembly spacing is shortest. When two sets of suction cup assemblies approach each other, the short-distance positioning blocks abut against each other, controlling the spacing error within a preset range, ensuring positional accuracy when picking up adjacent auxiliary materials. Both the long-distance and short-distance positioning blocks are made of elastic cushioning materials (such as plastic and rubber), which effectively reduce impact during equipment operation, decrease vibration, reduce equipment wear, extend equipment life, and also help improve the stability of the bonding operation and product quality.
[0021] 5. Thoughtful Design Optimizes Operational Details: The suction cup assembly is designed with practical operational needs in mind. It features an L-shaped suction cup bracket and an adapter bracket. One end of the adapter bracket slides onto the suction cup bracket, while the other end is fixed to the auxiliary material suction cup, which is connected to an external negative pressure device to adsorb auxiliary materials. Linear guide rails assist in the sliding connections between the suction cup bracket and the variable-pitch bracket, and between the adapter bracket and the suction cup bracket, ensuring smooth and precise sliding. Furthermore, a buffer spring is added between the adapter bracket and the suction cup bracket. When the auxiliary material suction cup is adsorbing or attaching, the buffer spring effectively cushions the downward pressure, preventing damage to the equipment or product. These operational details enhance the practicality and reliability of the equipment. A reset spring is installed between the proximal suction cup and the variable pitch bracket. When the pulling component drives the proximal suction cup to move outward and increase the pitch, the reset spring is stretched. When the pulling component releases the drive, the reset spring uses the deformation tension to drive the proximal suction cup to move inward and return it to its initial position. This ensures the smoothness and repeatability of the proximal suction cup pitch adjustment and further optimizes the overall performance of the equipment.
[0022] Therefore, this utility model achieves automatic adjustment of the distance between multiple suction cups through a variable pitch mechanism, thereby improving efficiency; the independent structure is easy to expand, and the linkage design reduces costs; multiple positioning ensures accuracy, and detailed optimization ensures stable operation, taking into account both high efficiency and practicality.
[0023] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art 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.
[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the material peeling device and suction cup assembly of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the suction cup assembly and the material application container of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first embodiment of the present invention;
[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second embodiment of the present invention;
[0030] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the third embodiment of the present utility model;
[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first and second actuators of this utility model;
[0032] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the strip-shaped pull plate and the return spring of this utility model;
[0033] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the suction cup assembly and variable pitch bracket of this utility model.
[0034] The reference numerals and names in the figure are as follows:
[0035] 10 Frame; 11 Fixture assembly; 12 Material application container; 13 Peeling device; 14 Material roll; 15 Feeding plate; 16 Safety light curtain; 17 Two-hand start switch; 20 Material application device; 21 Longitudinal linear module; 22 Vertical support; 23 Vertical linear module; 24 Vertical beam; 30 Suction cup assembly; 31 Short-distance positioning block; 32 Suction cup support; 33 Adapter support; 34 Auxiliary material suction cup; 35 Buffer spring; 40 Pitch-changing mechanism; 41 Pitch-changing support; 42 Long-distance positioning block; 43 Reset tension spring; 44 Tension spring mounting base; 45 Strip pull plate; 46 Strip hole; 47 Pin; 50 First actuator; 51 First pitch-changing module; 52 First proximal suction cup; 53 First distal suction cup; 54 First pulling component; 60 Second actuator; 61 Second pitch-changing module; 62 Second proximal suction cup; 63 Second distal suction cup; 64 Second pulling component. Detailed Implementation
[0036] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0037] Please see Figures 1 to 9 In this embodiment of the present invention, a semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into containers includes a frame 10, and a peeling device 13, an application device 20, and a fixture assembly 11 mounted on the frame 10. The peeling device 13 peels the auxiliary materials from the material roll 14 and lays multiple auxiliary materials flat on the feeding plate 15. Multiple application containers 12 are placed on the fixture assembly 11. Multiple suction cup assemblies 30 of the application device 20 respectively pick up the auxiliary materials from the feeding plate 15 and move them into the internal cavities of the multiple application containers 12 for application. The auxiliary material is attached to the inner wall of the application container 12. The application device 20 is provided with a longitudinal movement mechanism, a vertical movement mechanism and a pitch-changing mechanism 40. The longitudinal movement mechanism is installed on the frame 10, the vertical movement mechanism is installed on the drive end of the longitudinal movement mechanism, the pitch-changing mechanism 40 is installed on the drive end of the vertical movement mechanism, and multiple suction cup assemblies 30 are respectively installed on the pitch-changing end of the pitch-changing mechanism 40. Under the drive of the pitch-changing mechanism 40, the spacing is adjusted so that the multiple suction cup assemblies 30 are respectively aligned with multiple application containers 12, and multiple auxiliary materials are applied simultaneously.
[0038] Specifically, during the production of electronic products, electronic components typically need to be installed inside containers such as housings. To provide insulation or cushioning for these components, auxiliary materials, such as insulating sponges, need to be attached to the inner wall of the container. A peeling device 13 is typically used to peel the auxiliary materials from the material roll 14, and then a attaching device 20 attaches the materials to the inner wall of the container. The entire process operates normally when the attaching device 20 uses a single suction cup assembly 30 to perform the suction, movement, and attachment operations.
[0039] However, problems arise when using multiple suction cup assemblies 30 to perform the above operations simultaneously in order to improve production efficiency. This is because multiple auxiliary materials are usually wound close together on the material roll 14, but the corresponding containers are usually large, or for ease of handling, the distance between multiple containers usually needs to be set relatively far. Therefore, after the multiple suction cup assemblies 30 pick up the auxiliary materials, they cannot be directly placed into the multiple containers on the fixture assembly 11; a variable-distance operation is required.
[0040] This invention features a variable-gap mechanism 40 on the application device 20, which automatically adjusts the spacing between multiple suction cup assemblies 30. This allows for both relatively small spacing for simultaneous suction of multiple auxiliary materials and relatively large spacing for simultaneous application to multiple containers. This enables simultaneous application of auxiliary materials to multiple containers, improving production efficiency.
[0041] In the first embodiment, as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, preferably, the pitch-changing mechanism 40 is provided with a pitch-changing bracket 41, a first actuator 50 and a first pitch-changing module 51. The pitch-changing bracket 41 is installed on the drive end of the vertical movement mechanism. The first pitch-changing module 51 is provided with a first proximal suction cup 52 and a first distal suction cup 53. The first actuator 50 can drive the first distal suction cup 53 to move.
[0042] Specifically, two sets of suction cup assemblies 30 can be set up to simultaneously operate on two auxiliary materials and two application containers 12. Therefore, a first actuator 50 and a first variable-pitch module 51 can be set on the variable-pitch bracket 41 to jointly perform the variable-pitch operation. The first variable-pitch module 51 is provided with a first proximal suction cup 52 and a first distal suction cup 53. The first actuator 50 can drive the first distal suction cup 53 to move, thereby changing the distance between the first proximal suction cup 52 and the first distal suction cup 53, so that the first proximal suction cup 52 and the first distal suction cup 53 simultaneously attach the adsorbed auxiliary materials to the two application containers 12 with a larger distance.
[0043] Secondly, since only two sets of suction cup assemblies 30 are installed, the first proximal suction cup 52 can be fixedly connected to the variable-pitch bracket 41, while the first distal suction cup 53 can be slidably connected to the variable-pitch bracket 41. The first actuator 50 can be a pen-shaped cylinder from the prior art, installed on the variable-pitch bracket 41, so that the piston rod of the pen-shaped cylinder is connected to the first distal suction cup 53 and drives the first distal suction cup 53 to move, thereby changing the distance between the two suction cup assemblies 30. This allows for the simultaneous suction of two auxiliary materials at a relatively close position, followed by movement and attachment to two more distant application containers 12, simplifying the operation process and improving production efficiency.
[0044] In the second embodiment, as Figure 5 As shown, preferably, the pitch-changing mechanism 40 is further provided with a second actuator 60 and a second pitch-changing module 61, wherein the second pitch-changing module 61 is provided with a second proximal suction cup 62 and a second distal suction cup 63, and the second actuator 60 can drive the second distal suction cup 63 to move.
[0045] Specifically, four sets of suction cup assemblies 30 can be set up to simultaneously operate on four auxiliary materials and four application containers 12. Therefore, a second actuator 60 and a second variable pitch module 61 can also be added to the variable pitch bracket 41. The second variable pitch module 61 is equipped with a second proximal suction cup 62 and a second distal suction cup 63. The second actuator 60 can drive the second distal suction cup 63 to move, thereby changing the distance between the second proximal suction cup 62 and the second distal suction cup 63, so that the second proximal suction cup 62 and the second distal suction cup 63 simultaneously attach the adsorbed auxiliary materials to the two application containers 12 with a larger distance.
[0046] Similarly, in the second embodiment, only an independently operating second actuator 60 and a second pitch-changing module 61 are added. The second proximal suction cup 62 can be fixedly connected to the pitch-changing bracket 41, while the second distal suction cup 63 can be slidably connected to the pitch-changing bracket 41. Likewise, the second actuator 60 uses a pen-shaped cylinder from the prior art and is mounted on the pitch-changing bracket 41, so that the piston rod of the pen-shaped cylinder is driven and connected to the second distal suction cup 63, and can move it, thus achieving synchronous operation of the two auxiliary materials and the two application containers 12.
[0047] It should be noted that in the second embodiment, the first actuator 50 and the first pitch module 51 are an independent pitch mechanism 40, and the second actuator 60 and the second pitch module 61 are also another independent pitch mechanism 40. The two pitch mechanisms 40 are not linked together, so they only perform synchronous operation on the auxiliary materials and containers at different positions.
[0048] Therefore, the second embodiment is particularly suitable for scenarios where only two adjacent auxiliary materials are wound synchronously on a single roll 14. Specifically, each roll 14 corresponds to an independent pitch-changing mechanism 40, which in turn corresponds to an independent fixture assembly 11. Two application containers 12 can be simultaneously mounted on each fixture assembly 11. Thus, the two independent pitch-changing mechanisms 40 can be set apart by a preset distance. Similarly, the two corresponding fixture assemblies 11 are also set apart by the same distance, allowing the two independent pitch-changing mechanisms 40 to operate on the application containers 12 on the two independent fixture assemblies 11. Furthermore, the pitch-changing mechanisms 40 in the second embodiment are independent of each other, have a simple structure, and are easy to expand.
[0049] In the third embodiment, as Figures 6 to 8 As shown, preferably, the first variable pitch module 51 is further provided with a first pulling member 54, the two ends of the first pulling member 54 being connected to the first proximal suction cup 52 and the first distal suction cup 53 respectively; the second variable pitch module 61 is further provided with a second pulling member 64, the two ends of the second pulling member 64 being connected to the second proximal suction cup 62 and the second distal suction cup 63 respectively; and the second proximal suction cup 62 and the first proximal suction cup 52 are arranged adjacent to each other.
[0050] Specifically, in order to enable the two pitch-changing mechanisms 40 to work together and allow the four suction cup assemblies 30 to adjust their pitch synchronously, a pulling member is preferably provided. That is, in order to change the pitch between the second proximal suction cup 62 and the first proximal suction cup 52, a pulling member is preferably provided to pull the second proximal suction cup 62 and the first proximal suction cup 52 synchronously, thereby changing the pitch between them.
[0051] Therefore, the first variable pitch module 51 is further provided with a first pulling member 54. The two ends of the first pulling member 54 are respectively connected to the first proximal suction cup 52 and the first distal suction cup 53. Thus, during the movement of the first distal suction cup 53 driven by the first actuator 50, the first proximal suction cup 52 is moved a certain distance in the same direction by the first pulling member 54, thereby changing the distance between the first proximal suction cup 52 and the second proximal suction cup 62. Similarly, the second variable pitch module 61 is further provided with a second pulling member 64. The two ends of the second pulling member 64 are respectively connected to the second proximal suction cup 62 and the second distal suction cup 63. Thus, during the movement of the second distal suction cup 63 driven by the second actuator 60, the second proximal suction cup 62 is moved a certain distance in the same direction by the second pulling member 64, thereby changing the distance between the second proximal suction cup 62 and the first proximal suction cup 52.
[0052] Secondly, after the second proximal suction cup 62 and the first proximal suction cup 52 move a certain distance in opposite directions, the distance between them can be adjusted so that the second proximal suction cup 62 and the first proximal suction cup 52 can also synchronously adsorb the auxiliary materials that are relatively close together and simultaneously attach them to the application containers 12 that are relatively far apart. This achieves the mutual linkage of the four suction cup components 30, allowing simultaneous operation on four auxiliary materials and four containers, further simplifying the operation process and improving production efficiency.
[0053] Therefore, the third embodiment is particularly suitable for scenarios where four auxiliary materials are wound synchronously adjacent to each other on a single material roll 14. That is, only one material roll 14 is needed to correspond to four sets of suction cup assemblies 30, and four application containers 12 can be simultaneously placed on a single fixture assembly 11. This allows the four interconnected suction cup assemblies 30 to simultaneously pick up four auxiliary materials and then synchronously attach them to the four application containers 12. The second embodiment requires an independent material roll 14 and fixture assembly 11 for each independent pitch-changing mechanism 40, resulting in higher overall costs. The third embodiment, however, uses a linkage mechanism to allow four sets of suction cups to share a single material roll 14 and fixture assembly 11, eliminating the need for redundant configuration, thereby reducing overall costs, further optimizing the operation process, and improving production efficiency.
[0054] Furthermore, in the third embodiment, the maximum distance between the distal suction cup and the proximal suction cup is limited by the length of the pulling member; the maximum distance between the two proximal suction cups is determined by the final moving distance of the distal suction cup driven by the actuator. Therefore, a long-distance positioning block 42 can be set at the final moving distance of the distal suction cup, so that when the driving end of the actuator moves the distal suction cup to the preset position, it can just abut against the long-distance positioning block 42, thereby ensuring that the moving distance of the distal suction cup meets the preset accuracy requirements.
[0055] like Figure 8 As shown, preferably, the pulling member is a strip-shaped pull plate 45, one end of which is fixedly connected to the distal suction cup, and the other end is connected to the proximal suction cup through the cooperation of the strip-shaped hole 46 and the pin 47.
[0056] Specifically, to drive the proximal suction cup to move synchronously a certain distance towards the distal suction cup, a pulling member is preferably placed between them. Since the distal suction cup moves a greater distance than the proximal suction cup, the actuator needs to drive the distal suction cup outwards a certain distance first, and then use the pulling member to move the proximal suction cup. Therefore, the pulling member needs to ensure that the distal suction cup does not move the proximal suction cup during the initial movement. Only after the distal suction cup has moved a certain distance does the pulling member move the proximal suction cup.
[0057] Secondly, by providing a slotted hole 46 on the slotted pull plate 45, the pin 47 of the proximal suction cup can move freely within the slotted hole 46, thus achieving a delayed movement scheme for the proximal suction cup. That is, during the initial movement of the slotted pull plate 45 driven by the distal suction cup, the pin 47 of the proximal suction cup moves automatically without connection within the slotted hole 46, preventing it from driving the proximal suction cup. When the distal suction cup has moved a certain distance, the pin 47 moves precisely to the end of the slotted hole 46, causing the pin 47 to be abutted and driven by the inner wall of the end of the slotted hole 46, allowing the slotted pull plate 45 to drive the proximal suction cup via the pin 47.
[0058] Furthermore, because the movement of the proximal suction cup by the pulling component needs to have a certain delay, the pulling component can also be set as a pull rope of a preset length (not shown in the figure). When the distal suction cup moves initially, the pull rope is slack because its length is greater than the initial distance between the distal and proximal suction cups. After the distal suction cup moves to the preset distance, the pull rope is straightened, thereby driving the proximal suction cup to move in the same direction.
[0059] like Figures 7 to 8 As shown, preferably, a reset spring 43 is also provided between the proximal suction cup and the variable pitch bracket 41. The two ends of the reset spring 43 are respectively connected to the variable pitch bracket 41 and the proximal suction cup, thereby forming a retractable elastic connection.
[0060] Specifically, for the variable-pitch movement of the distal suction cup, whether the pitch increases or decreases, it is driven by the actuator. For the proximal suction cup, the pulling component drives it to move in the same direction as the distal suction cup, i.e., only the pitch increases. When the actuator drives the distal suction cup to decrease the pitch, the pulling component does not have the driving force to decrease the pitch. Therefore, a return spring 43 can be installed between the proximal suction cup and the variable-pitch bracket 41. When the pulling component drives the proximal suction cup to move outwards to increase the pitch, the movement of the proximal suction cup can stretch the return spring 43. After the pulling component releases its drive on the proximal suction cup, the deformation force of the return spring 43 drives the proximal suction cup to move inwards to decrease the pitch, returning the proximal suction cup to its initial position.
[0061] Secondly, a convex shaft can be provided at the position where the variable pitch bracket 41 connects to the reset spring 43, so that the end hook of the reset spring 43 can be hooked onto the convex shaft. Moreover, the convex shaft is located at the position of the variable pitch bracket 41, and the position of the distal suction cup is located at the two ends of the proximal suction cup, that is, the reset spring 43 is located on the side of the proximal suction cup away from the distal suction cup, so that the elastic force of the reset spring 43 can drive the proximal suction cup to move away from the distal suction cup.
[0062] Furthermore, a tension spring mounting base 44 is provided on the near-end suction cup, and a corresponding slot is provided on the tension spring mounting base 44 so that the hook of the tension spring can be inserted into the slot to form an elastic constraint connection.
[0063] like Figures 8 to 9 As shown, preferably, short-distance positioning blocks 31 are provided on both sides of the suction cup assembly 30. The short-distance positioning blocks 31 are fixed to the suction cup assembly 30 and protrude a certain length so that when the two sets of suction cup assemblies 30 approach each other, their short-distance positioning blocks 31 abut against each other.
[0064] Specifically, when using multiple suction cup assemblies 30 for simultaneous operation, it is necessary to ensure that the spacing between the multiple suction cup assemblies 30 is consistent with the spacing between multiple auxiliary materials on the material roll 14. Therefore, short-distance positioning blocks 31 can be set on both sides of the suction cup assembly 30, so that when the suction cup assemblies 30 are in a state of short spacing between each other, the short-distance positioning blocks 31 can abut against each other, thereby ensuring that the spacing error is controlled within the preset range.
[0065] Secondly, the protruding length of the short-distance positioning block 31 is equal to half the distance when the suction cup assemblies 30 are shortest, so that when the two short-distance positioning blocks 31 abut against each other, it is exactly equal to the distance when the two suction cup assemblies 30 are close together. The total distance when the two positioning blocks abut against each other precisely matches the preset short distance. Furthermore, the long-distance positioning block 42 and the short-distance positioning block 31 can be made of elastic cushioning materials (such as plastic or rubber) to mitigate impact and reduce vibration.
[0066] like Figure 9 As shown, preferably, the suction cup assembly 30 is provided with a suction cup bracket 32, an adapter bracket 33 and an auxiliary material suction cup 34. The suction cup bracket 32 is slidably connected to the variable pitch bracket 41. One end of the adapter bracket 33 is slidably connected to the suction cup bracket 32, and the other end is fixed to the auxiliary material suction cup 34. The auxiliary material suction cup 34 is used to perform adsorption operation on auxiliary materials.
[0067] Specifically, to facilitate the adsorption of auxiliary materials, preferably, an L-shaped suction cup support 32 and a transfer support 33 are provided. The horizontal end of the transfer support 33 is fixed to the auxiliary material suction cup 34, and its vertical end is slidably connected to the vertical end of the suction cup support 32. The horizontal end of the suction cup support 32 is slidably connected to the variable-pitch support 41. The auxiliary material suction cup 34 can be connected to an external negative pressure device to generate negative pressure for adsorbing the auxiliary materials.
[0068] Secondly, the sliding connection between the suction cup bracket 32 and the variable pitch bracket 41, as well as the sliding connection between the adapter bracket 33 and the suction cup bracket 32, can be assisted by linear guides in the prior art, so that the sliding connection is smoother and more precise.
[0069] In addition, since there is a downward pressing action during the adsorption or attachment of auxiliary materials by the auxiliary material suction cup 34, a buffer spring 35 is preferably provided between the adapter bracket 33 and the suction cup bracket 32 to prevent damage to the equipment or product. The buffer spring 35 is used to buffer the downward pressing pressure. A corresponding spring mounting hole can be provided at the end of the adapter bracket 33 facing the suction cup bracket 32, the buffer spring 35 is installed in the spring mounting hole, and the other end of the buffer spring 35 abuts against the suction cup bracket 32.
[0070] like Figure 3 As shown, preferably, the longitudinal movement mechanism includes a longitudinal linear module 21, and the vertical movement mechanism includes a vertical support 22, a vertical linear module 23, and a vertical beam 24. The vertical support 22 is installed at the drive end of the longitudinal linear module 21, the vertical linear module 23 is installed at the vertical support 22, one end of the vertical beam 24 is installed at the drive end of the vertical linear module 23, and the pitch-changing mechanism 40 is installed at the other end of the vertical beam 24.
[0071] Specifically, both the longitudinal linear module 21 and the vertical linear module 23 can employ existing lead screw and slide block modules to achieve accurate linear motion. To facilitate the installation and movement of the pitch-changing mechanism 40, a vertical support 22 and a vertical beam 24 are preferably also provided, allowing the pitch-changing mechanism 40 to be mounted on the vertical beam 24 and moved vertically under the drive of the vertical linear module 23. It moves longitudinally under the drive of the longitudinal linear module 21.
[0072] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, preferably, it also includes a safety light curtain 16 and a two-hand start switch 17 respectively installed on the frame 10. The safety light curtain 16 is disposed on the outside of the fixture assembly 11, and the two-hand start switch 17 is disposed on the outside of the safety light curtain 16.
[0073] Specifically, to reduce the risk of workplace injuries, a safety light curtain 16 can be installed on the outside of the fixture assembly 11 to detect whether the worker's hands have left the fixture assembly 11 or whether there are other objects in this area, thereby enhancing safety. A two-hand start switch 17 is also installed on the outside of the safety light curtain 16, requiring both hands to operate simultaneously to activate the equipment, thus ensuring safety by forcing both hands to leave the hazardous work area.
[0074] In addition, the stripping device 13 can be set up with a label stripper in the prior art, so as to strip the auxiliary material on the material roll 14 and convey it to the feeding plate 15, waiting for the suction cup assembly 30 to perform the adsorption operation.
[0075] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention.
Claims
1. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container, characterized in that, The assembly includes a frame (10), and a stripping device (13), a pasting device (20), and a fixture assembly (11) mounted on the frame (10). The stripping device (13) strips the auxiliary materials from the roll (14) and lays multiple auxiliary materials flat on the feed plate (15). Multiple pasting containers (12) are placed on the fixture assembly (11). Multiple suction cup assemblies (30) of the pasting device (20) pick up the auxiliary materials from the feed plate (15) and move them into the internal cavities of the multiple pasting containers (12) to perform pasting operations, so that the auxiliary materials are pasted onto the pasting container. On the inner wall of the material container (12); wherein the material application device (20) is provided with a longitudinal movement mechanism, a vertical movement mechanism and a pitch change mechanism (40). The longitudinal movement mechanism is installed on the frame (10), the vertical movement mechanism is installed on the drive end of the longitudinal movement mechanism, the pitch change mechanism (40) is installed on the drive end of the vertical movement mechanism, and multiple suction cup assemblies (30) are respectively installed on the pitch change end of the pitch change mechanism (40), so that under the drive of the pitch change mechanism (40), the spacing is adjusted so that multiple suction cup assemblies (30) are respectively aligned with multiple material application containers (12) and multiple auxiliary materials are applied simultaneously.
2. The semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pitch mechanism (40) is provided with a pitch bracket (41), a first actuator (50) and a first pitch module (51). The pitch bracket (41) is installed on the drive end of the vertical movement mechanism. The first pitch module (51) is provided with a first proximal suction cup (52) and a first distal suction cup (53). The first actuator (50) can drive the first distal suction cup (53) to move.
3. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 2, characterized in that, The pitch mechanism (40) is further provided with a second actuator (60) and a second pitch module (61), wherein the second pitch module (61) is provided with a second proximal suction cup (62) and a second distal suction cup (63), and the second actuator (60) can drive the second distal suction cup (63) to move.
4. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first variable pitch module (51) is also provided with a first pull member (54), the two ends of which are respectively connected to the first proximal suction cup (52) and the first distal suction cup (53); the second variable pitch module (61) is also provided with a second pull member (64), the two ends of which are respectively connected to the second proximal suction cup (62) and the second distal suction cup (63); and the second proximal suction cup (62) and the first proximal suction cup (52) are arranged adjacent to each other.
5. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 4, characterized in that, The pulling component is configured as a strip-shaped pull plate (45), one end of which is fixedly connected to the distal suction cup, and the other end is connected to the proximal suction cup through the cooperation of the strip-shaped hole (46) and the pin (47).
6. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 4, characterized in that, Between the proximal suction cup and the variable pitch bracket (41), a reset spring (43) is provided. The two ends of the reset spring (43) are respectively connected to the variable pitch bracket (41) and the proximal suction cup, thereby forming a retractable elastic connection.
7. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 1, characterized in that, Short-distance positioning blocks (31) are provided on both sides of the suction cup assembly (30). The short-distance positioning blocks (31) are fixed to the suction cup assembly (30) and protrude a certain length so that when the two sets of suction cup assemblies (30) approach each other, their short-distance positioning blocks (31) abut against each other.
8. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suction cup assembly (30) is provided with a suction cup bracket (32), an adapter bracket (33) and an auxiliary material suction cup (34). The suction cup bracket (32) is slidably connected to the variable pitch bracket (41). One end of the adapter bracket (33) is slidably connected to the suction cup bracket (32), and the other end is fixed to the auxiliary material suction cup (34). The auxiliary material suction cup (34) is used to perform adsorption operation on the auxiliary material.
9. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The longitudinal movement mechanism is provided with a longitudinal linear module (21), and the vertical movement mechanism is provided with a vertical movement bracket (22), a vertical linear module (23), and a vertical movement beam (24). The vertical movement bracket (22) is installed at the drive end of the longitudinal linear module (21), the vertical linear module (23) is installed at the vertical movement bracket (22), one end of the vertical movement beam (24) is installed at the drive end of the vertical linear module (23), and the pitch mechanism (40) is installed at the other end of the vertical movement beam (24).
10. A semi-automatic device for applying auxiliary materials into a container according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a safety light curtain (16) and a two-hand start switch (17) respectively installed on the frame (10). The safety light curtain (16) is located on the outside of the fixture assembly (11), and the two-hand start switch (17) is located on the outside of the safety light curtain (16).