Workpiece sorting and handling device

By designing a workpiece sorting and handling device, and utilizing an adsorption unit and a sorting unit to achieve precise workpiece sorting, the problem of inaccurate sorting and low efficiency in existing technologies is solved, and efficient sorting of multi-specification workpieces is realized.

CN224486858UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-14ZHEJIANG ZHIJU INTELLIGENT MFG CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHEJIANG ZHIJU INTELLIGENT MFG CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-15
Publication Date
2026-07-14

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing sorting devices cannot efficiently and accurately distinguish workpieces of various specifications, resulting in inaccurate and inefficient sorting, making it difficult to meet complex and ever-changing sorting requirements.

Method used

A workpiece sorting and handling device is designed, including a handling component, a sorting component, and a driving unit. The workpiece is adsorbed by an adsorption unit, and the workpiece is accurately sorted by first and second sorting units, guide buckets, and connecting pipes. The workpiece is moved and sorted efficiently by a flexible corrugated pipe and a negative pressure suction cup.

Benefits of technology

It enables precise and detailed classification of workpieces of different specifications, meets diverse classification needs, improves classification efficiency and accuracy, and is suitable for automated classification and handling.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of classified carrying devices for workpiece, including carrying assembly and classification component, classification component includes classification support, classification support is used to provide support and installation space, classification support is sequentially provided with first classification plate, second classification plate from top to bottom, multiple first through holes are opened in first classification plate, multiple second through holes are opened in second classification plate;Classification component further includes first classification unit and second classification unit, first classification unit is installed on first classification plate, the input end of first classification unit is communicated with outside, the output end of first classification unit is communicated with first through hole, second classification unit is between first classification plate and second classification plate, one end of second classification unit is communicated with first through hole, the other end of second classification unit is communicated with second through hole, multiple receiving frames are arranged below second classification plate.The utility model is provided with first classification unit and second classification unit, and different specifications workpiece can be classified.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of workpiece separation technology, and in particular to a workpiece sorting and handling device. Background Technology

[0002] Workpiece sorting and handling is used to classify and allocate workpieces or products of different types or properties according to predetermined standards. Workpiece sorting and handling is commonly used in industrial production lines to improve production efficiency and reduce manual labor.

[0003] In the prior art, Chinese patent document with publication number CN222625408U discloses a sorting device for processed parts, including a conveyor table and a sorting table. A conveyor belt is installed at the upper end of the conveyor table, and a guiding control channel is installed on the conveyor belt. Limit plates are provided on both sides of the guiding control channel. A second sliding groove is provided at the rear end of the guiding control channel. A closing baffle is installed on the second sliding groove. A weight sensing table is connected to the conveyor belt. A drive motor is installed inside the sorting table. A rotating rod is installed on the drive motor. A first sliding groove is provided at the upper end of the rotating rod. A second sliding component is connected to the first sliding groove. An installation component is connected to the second sliding component. A first sliding component is provided at the lower end of the installation component. A gripper component is connected to the first sliding component. A first conveyor belt and a second conveyor belt are installed at the upper end of the sorting table.

[0004] Existing sorting devices are unable to efficiently and accurately distinguish workpieces of various specifications, resulting in inaccurate sorting, low efficiency, and difficulty in meeting complex and ever-changing sorting requirements. Therefore, it is necessary to improve this structure to overcome the aforementioned shortcomings. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a workpiece sorting and handling device to solve the problem that existing sorting devices cannot efficiently and accurately distinguish workpieces of various specifications, resulting in inaccurate sorting, low efficiency, and difficulty in meeting complex and ever-changing sorting requirements.

[0006] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved by the following technical solution:

[0007] A workpiece sorting and handling device includes a handling component for adsorbing and moving workpieces.

[0008] The sorting component is used to sort workpieces of different specifications. The sorting component includes a sorting bracket, which provides support and installation space. The sorting bracket has a first sorting plate and a second sorting plate arranged from top to bottom. The first sorting plate has multiple first through holes that penetrate the first sorting plate. The second sorting plate has multiple second through holes that penetrate the second sorting plate.

[0009] The sorting component also includes a first sorting unit and a second sorting unit. The first sorting unit is mounted on a first sorting plate. The input end of the first sorting unit is connected to the outside, and the output end of the first sorting unit is connected to a first through hole. The second sorting unit is located between the first sorting plate and the second sorting plate. One end of the second sorting unit is connected to the first through hole, and the other end of the second sorting unit is connected to the second through hole. Multiple storage boxes are provided below the second sorting plate. Workpieces can enter the second sorting unit through the first sorting unit and then be output from the second sorting unit into the storage boxes.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that: the first classification unit includes a classification frame, and multiple partitions are provided inside the classification frame. The partitions divide the interior of the classification frame into multiple classification channels. Each classification channel is provided with a guide bucket. The upper end of the guide bucket is connected to the outside, and the lower end of the guide bucket is set towards the second classification unit.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that: the second classification unit includes a connecting bucket and a connecting pipe, the top end of the connecting bucket matches the first through hole and is connected to the first through hole, the bottom end of the connecting bucket is connected to one end of the connecting pipe, and the other end of the connecting pipe is connected to the second through hole, so that the workpiece can fall into the storage box through the connecting bucket and the connecting pipe.

[0012] A further feature of this invention is that the connecting pipe is a flexible corrugated pipe.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that: the conveying component includes a support unit for providing support and installation space; a drive unit disposed on the support unit for providing driving force and movement trajectory; and an adsorption unit mounted on the drive end of the drive unit, which can move synchronously with the drive end of the drive unit.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that: the support unit includes a column, the bottom end of the column is connected to the support part, the top end of the column is connected to the crossbeam, and the support unit also includes a reinforcing plate, one end of the reinforcing plate is connected to the column, and the other end of the reinforcing plate is connected to the crossbeam.

[0015] The present invention is further configured as follows: the drive unit includes two mounting blocks; a screw located between the two mounting blocks, with both ends of the screw connected to the two mounting blocks respectively; a drive block having mounting holes, through which the drive block is mounted on the screw; a drive motor having its drive end connected to one end of the screw, the drive motor driving the screw to rotate, thereby driving the drive block mounted on the screw to move; and a connecting plate having one end connected to the drive block, the connecting plate being able to move synchronously with the drive block.

[0016] A further feature of this invention is that the adsorption unit includes a lifting drive component, which is installed on the end of the connecting plate away from the drive block. The drive end of the lifting drive component is connected to the top surface of the mounting plate. The lifting drive component is used to drive the mounting plate to rise and fall. Multiple sets of negative pressure suction cups are provided on the bottom surface of the mounting plate. The negative pressure suction cups can move synchronously with the mounting plate and are used to adsorb the workpiece.

[0017] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] The system is equipped with a first classification unit and a second classification unit. The first classification unit is installed on the first classification plate, and the second classification unit is connected to the first and second classification plates. Workpieces pass through the first and second classification units in sequence and fall into different storage boxes, which can accurately and meticulously classify workpieces of different specifications to meet diverse classification needs. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the state of the workpiece being gripped by this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the state of the workpiece being released according to this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the components in this category.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0023] Numerical labels: conveying component 100, sorting component 200, sorting bracket 201, first sorting plate 202, second sorting plate 203, first through hole 204, second through hole 205, storage frame 206, sorting frame 207, partition 208, guide bucket 209, connecting bucket 210, connecting pipe 211, column 101, crossbeam 102, reinforcing plate 103, mounting block 104, screw 105, drive block 106, drive motor 107, connecting plate 108, lifting drive component 109, mounting plate 110, negative pressure suction cup 111. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the illustrations and specific embodiments.

[0025] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the present invention proposes a workpiece sorting and handling device, including a handling component 100, which is used to adsorb workpieces and drive the workpieces to move.

[0026] The sorting component 200 is used to sort workpieces of different specifications. The sorting component 200 includes a sorting bracket 201, which provides support and installation space. A first sorting plate 202 and a second sorting plate 203 are arranged sequentially from top to bottom on the sorting bracket 201. The first sorting plate 202 has multiple first through holes 204 that penetrate through the first sorting plate 202. The second sorting plate 203 has multiple second through holes 205 that penetrate through the second sorting plate 203.

[0027] The sorting component 200 also includes a first sorting unit and a second sorting unit. The first sorting unit is mounted on the first sorting plate 202. The input end of the first sorting unit is connected to the outside, and the output end of the first sorting unit is connected to the first through hole 204. The second sorting unit is located between the first sorting plate 202 and the second sorting plate 203. One end of the second sorting unit is connected to the first through hole 204, and the other end of the second sorting unit is connected to the second through hole 205. Multiple storage boxes 206 are provided below the second sorting plate 203. Workpieces can enter the second sorting unit through the first sorting unit and then be output from the second sorting unit into the storage boxes 206.

[0028] In this embodiment, the first classification unit includes a classification frame 207, within which multiple partitions 208 are provided. The partitions 208 divide the interior of the classification frame 207 into multiple classification channels. Each classification channel is equipped with a guide bucket 209. The upper end of the guide bucket 209 communicates with the outside, while the lower end of the guide bucket 209 faces the second classification unit. The upper width of the guide bucket 209 is greater than the lower width. In use, the transport unit places the workpiece into the guide bucket 209, and the workpiece enters the second classification unit from the lower end of the guide bucket 209. By setting up the classification frame 207 and partitions 208 to form classification channels, and each classification channel equipped with a guide bucket 209, a classification path and guidance are provided for the workpiece. Workpieces of different specifications can be placed into the corresponding guide buckets 209, and the workpieces are smoothly transported to the second classification unit via the guide buckets 209.

[0029] In this embodiment, the second sorting unit includes a connecting hopper 210 and a connecting pipe 211. The top end of the connecting hopper 210 matches and communicates with the first through hole 204. The bottom end of the connecting hopper 210 is connected to one end of the connecting pipe 211, and the other end of the connecting pipe 211 is connected to the second through hole 205. Workpieces can fall into the storage frame 206 through the connecting hopper 210 and the connecting pipe 211. The second sorting unit provides a workpiece transfer channel from the first sorting unit to the storage frame 206. The top end of the connecting hopper 210 matches and communicates with the first through hole 204 of the first sorting unit, accurately receiving workpieces falling from the guide hopper 209 of the first sorting unit. The connecting pipe 211 connects the connecting hopper 210 to the second through hole 205 at the storage frame 206, allowing workpieces to fall smoothly into the storage frame 206 along the connecting hopper 210 and the connecting pipe 211.

[0030] Preferably, the connecting pipe 211 is made of flexible corrugated pipe, which has good flexibility and bendability, making the connecting pipe 211 easier to install.

[0031] The conveying assembly 100 includes a support unit for providing support and installation space; a drive unit disposed on the support unit for providing driving force and movement trajectory; and an adsorption unit mounted on the drive end of the drive unit, which can move synchronously with the drive end of the drive unit.

[0032] The support unit includes a column 101, the bottom end of which is connected to the support part, and the top end of which is connected to the crossbeam 102. The support unit also includes a reinforcing plate 103, one end of which is connected to the column 101, and the other end of which is connected to the crossbeam 102. The reinforcing plate 103 is used to provide connection stability and structural strength between the column 101 and the crossbeam 102.

[0033] The drive unit includes two mounting blocks 104, which are respectively disposed on both ends of the crossbeam 102; a screw 105 located between the two mounting blocks 104, with both ends of the screw 105 connected to the two mounting blocks 104 respectively; a drive block 106 with a mounting hole having an internal thread matching the screw 105, and the drive block 106 being disposed on the screw 105 through the mounting hole; and a drive motor 107 mounted on one of the mounting blocks 104, with the drive end of the drive motor 107 connected to one end of the screw 105, the drive motor 107 providing driving force to rotate the screw 105, thereby moving the drive block 106 disposed on the screw 105. Preferably, the drive motor 107 is a servo motor or a stepper motor, which is used to provide better control precision, making the driving process more stable and controllable; the connecting plate 108 has one end connected to the drive block 106, and the connecting plate 108 can move synchronously with the drive block 106, and the second end of the connecting plate 108 extends outward toward the drive block 106.

[0034] The adsorption unit includes a lifting drive component 109, which is mounted on the end of the connecting plate 108 away from the drive block 106. The driving end of the lifting drive component 109 is connected to the top surface of the mounting plate 110. The lifting drive component 109 is used to drive the mounting plate 110 to rise and fall. Multiple sets of negative pressure suction cups 111 are provided on the bottom surface of the mounting plate 110. The negative pressure suction cups 111 can move synchronously with the mounting plate 110 and are used to adsorb the workpiece. Preferably, the lifting drive component 109 is a cylinder.

[0035] When workpiece adsorption is required, the lifting drive 109 is activated. The lifting drive 109 pushes the mounting plate 110 downward until the negative pressure suction cup 111 is in close contact with the workpiece surface. After the negative pressure suction cup 111 contacts the workpiece surface, the workpiece is firmly adsorbed onto the negative pressure suction cup 111. After the workpiece is adsorbed, the drive unit moves the workpiece to the first sorting unit, and the negative pressure suction cup 111 releases the workpiece into the first sorting unit. Then, the lifting drive 109 retracts, causing the mounting plate 110 and the negative pressure suction cup 111 to rise back to the initial position, awaiting the next adsorption operation.

[0036] The usage process and principle of this utility model are as follows: The servo motor of the drive unit starts, driving the screw 105 to rotate. The drive block 106 moves horizontally along the screw 105, and the connecting plate 108 moves synchronously with the drive block 106, eventually moving the adsorption unit above the workpiece stacking area. The lifting drive component 109 pushes the mounting plate 110 downward, so that the bottom surface of the negative pressure suction cup 111 contacts the workpiece surface. The negative pressure suction cup 111 is activated, generating a negative pressure adsorption force, which tightly adsorbs the workpiece onto the suction cup surface. At this time, the lifting drive component 109 retracts, driving the mounting plate 110 and the adsorbed workpiece to rise, detaching from the workpiece stacking area, and completing the workpiece gripping. The servo motor of the drive unit starts again, driving the adsorption unit to move horizontally according to the preset trajectory, transporting the adsorbed workpiece from the stacking area to above the sorting component 200. The lifting drive component 109 pushes the mounting plate 110 downward again, so that the adsorbed workpiece approaches the inlet of the guide bucket 209 of the first sorting unit. The negative pressure suction cup 111 releases the suction force, allowing the workpiece to fall freely under gravity. It enters the corresponding guide hopper 209 in the first sorting unit, and then falls from the guide hopper 209 into the connecting hopper 210. After falling from the guide hopper 209 into the connecting hopper 210, the workpiece slides along the inner wall of the connecting hopper 210 into the connecting tube 211 below. The workpiece then exits from the bottom of the connecting tube 211 and falls directly into the corresponding storage box 206 below the second sorting plate 203. Workpieces of different sizes will enter different connecting hopper 210-connecting tube 211 paths due to the different positions of the guide hoppers 209, ultimately falling into the corresponding storage box 206, thus achieving sorting.

[0037] Repeat the above process of "adsorbing workpieces → moving → releasing and sorting" until all workpieces have been sorted and transported. After the operation is completed, the drive unit moves the adsorption unit to the initial position (such as above the stacking area), the lifting drive retracts to the highest point, and the power and control system are turned off.

[0038] In summary, this device is suitable for industrial scenarios requiring automated sorting and handling of workpieces of different specifications. It enables efficient sorting and handling of multi-specification parts in manufacturing, achieving high efficiency in workpiece handling and sorting.

[0039] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "left," and "right," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly understood by those skilled in the art. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, terms such as "set" and "connect" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances. In this document, the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, which includes not only the elements listed but also other elements not expressly listed.

[0040] Any descriptions not covered in the above specific embodiments of this utility model belong to the well-known technology in the field, and can be implemented by referring to the well-known technology.

[0041] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A workpiece sorting and handling device, characterized in that, It includes a conveying component, which is used to adsorb the workpiece and move the workpiece. A sorting component is used to sort workpieces of different specifications. The sorting component includes a sorting bracket for providing support and installation space. A first sorting plate and a second sorting plate are arranged sequentially from top to bottom on the sorting bracket. The first sorting plate has multiple first through holes that penetrate through the first sorting plate. The second sorting plate has multiple second through holes that penetrate through the second sorting plate. The classification component further includes a first classification unit and a second classification unit. The first classification unit is mounted on a first classification plate. The input end of the first classification unit is connected to the outside, and the output end of the first classification unit is connected to a first through hole. The second classification unit is located between the first classification plate and the second classification plate. One end of the second classification unit is connected to the first through hole, and the other end of the second classification unit is connected to a second through hole. Multiple storage boxes are provided below the second classification plate. Workpieces can enter the second classification unit through the first classification unit and then be output from the second classification unit into the storage boxes.

2. The workpiece sorting and handling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first classification unit includes a classification frame, and multiple partitions are provided inside the classification frame. The partitions divide the interior of the classification frame into multiple classification channels. Each classification channel is provided with a guide bucket. The upper end of the guide bucket is connected to the outside, and the lower end of the guide bucket is set towards the second classification unit.

3. The workpiece sorting and handling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second classification unit includes a connecting bucket and a connecting pipe. The top of the connecting bucket matches the first through hole and is connected to the first through hole. The bottom of the connecting bucket is connected to one end of the connecting pipe, and the other end of the connecting pipe is connected to the second through hole. The workpiece can fall into the storage box through the connecting bucket and the connecting pipe.

4. The workpiece sorting and handling device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting pipe is a flexible corrugated pipe.

5. A workpiece sorting and handling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transport assembly includes a support unit that provides support and installation space. It also includes a drive unit, which is disposed on the support unit and is used to provide driving force and movement trajectory; It also includes an adsorption unit, which is installed on the drive end of the drive unit and can move synchronously with the drive end of the drive unit.

6. A workpiece sorting and handling device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The support unit includes a column, the bottom end of which is connected to the support part, and the top end of which is connected to the crossbeam. The support unit also includes a reinforcing plate, one end of which is connected to the column, and the other end of which is connected to the crossbeam.

7. A workpiece sorting and handling device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The drive unit includes two mounting blocks. A screw, located between two mounting blocks, with its two ends connected to the two mounting blocks respectively; A drive block, wherein a mounting hole is provided on the drive block, and the drive block is mounted on the screw through the mounting hole; A drive motor, the drive end of which is connected to one end of the screw, is used to drive the screw to rotate, thereby driving the drive block set on the screw to move. A connecting plate, one end of which is connected to a driving block, and the connecting plate can move synchronously with the driving block.

8. A workpiece sorting and handling device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The adsorption unit includes a lifting drive component, which is installed on the end of the connecting plate away from the drive block. The drive end of the lifting drive component is connected to the top surface of the mounting plate. The lifting drive component is used to drive the mounting plate to rise and fall. Multiple sets of negative pressure suction cups are provided on the bottom surface of the mounting plate. The negative pressure suction cups can move synchronously with the mounting plate and are used to adsorb the workpiece.