A clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line

Abstract

The utility model relates to ice cream cone production technical field, especially a kind of clamping mechanism for ice cream cone production line, the clamping mechanism for ice cream cone production line includes two mounting plates, first adjusting column and second adjusting column are rotatably connected between two the mounting plate, the first adjusting column and second adjusting column end portion are all fixed with open-close plate, connecting rod is arranged between adjacent open-close plate. Through spring and connecting rod as core driving component, the action cycle of open-close clamping is completed by pressing plate on conveying line, the reset force of spring is evenly transmitted to open-close plate by connecting rod, ensure that each open-close action is accurate synchronization, without additional pneumatic pump, motor and control system, reduce equipment cost and energy consumption from the root, simultaneously by first adjusting column, second adjusting column as rotating core, cooperate with the first clamping rod and second clamping rod of symmetrical distribution, overall structure is simple and compact, response speed is fast.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice cream cone production technology, and in particular to a clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line. Background Technology

[0002] Cone-type ice cream production involves injecting ice cream into a crispy cone. To improve production efficiency and reduce labor costs, many ice cream manufacturers have begun to develop their own automated production equipment. In the automated production process of spraying chocolate onto the surface of ice cream cones, an efficient, reliable, and gentle clamping mechanism is crucial for ensuring the continuous operation of the production line, improving production efficiency, and ensuring the integrity of the cone.

[0003] Currently, most existing clamping mechanisms rely on pneumatic, electric, or complex linkage mechanisms for opening and closing. Pneumatic and electric solutions increase equipment costs and energy consumption and require additional control systems. Complex mechanical linkage mechanisms result in bulky structures, slow response speeds, and relatively inconvenient maintenance. Simple purely mechanical structures may be insufficient in terms of smooth opening and closing and reliable reset. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a clamping mechanism designed specifically for ice cream cone production lines. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems of high equipment cost and energy consumption in the existing technology. It provides a clamping mechanism for ice cream cone production lines, which uses springs and connecting rods as core driving components, eliminating the need for additional pneumatic pumps, motors and control systems, thereby reducing equipment cost and energy consumption from the source.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line, comprising two mounting plates, with a first adjusting column and a second adjusting column rotatably connected between the two mounting plates. Each of the first and second adjusting columns has an opening / closing plate fixed to its end. A connecting rod is provided between adjacent opening / closing plates, and a spring is sleeved on the connecting rod to drive the opening / closing plate to rotate. The first adjusting column has multiple first clamping rods, and the second adjusting column has multiple second clamping rods.

[0006] As a further description of the above technical solution: a transmission column is connected to one side of the mounting plate, a clamping plate is provided on one side of the transmission column, and multiple clamping posts are provided on the clamping plate.

[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution: a limiting groove is provided on the side of the mounting plate, and a limiting post adapted to the limiting groove is provided on the side of the opening and closing plate.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution: the opening and closing plate is provided with mounting holes, and the mounting holes are connected to the end of the connecting rod.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution: both the ends of the first clamping rod and the second clamping rod are provided with clamping blocks.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution: the first clamping rod and the second clamping rod are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the transmission column.

[0011] The above technical solution has the following advantages or beneficial effects:

[0012] This invention uses springs and connecting rods as core driving components. The opening and closing clamping action cycle is completed by the pressure plate on the conveyor line. The restoring force of the spring is evenly transmitted to the opening and closing plate through the connecting rod, ensuring that each opening and closing action is precise and synchronized. No additional pneumatic pump, motor and control system are required, which reduces equipment cost and energy consumption from the source. At the same time, with the first and second adjusting columns as the rotation core, and the symmetrically distributed first and second clamping rods, the overall structure is simple and compact, and the response speed is fast. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping structure of the clamping mechanism in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the releasing structure of the clamping mechanism in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the working structure of the clamping mechanism in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the mounting plate.

[0017] Legend:

[0018] 1. Mounting plate; 2. First adjusting column; 3. Second adjusting column; 4. Opening and closing plate; 5. Connecting rod; 6. Spring; 7. First clamping rod; 8. Second clamping rod; 9. Transmission column; 10. Clamping plate; 11. Clamping post; 12. Limiting groove; 13. Limiting post; 14. Clamping block; 41. Mounting hole. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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.

[0020] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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.

[0021] like Figure 1-4 As shown, a clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line according to this utility model includes two mounting plates 1. A first adjusting column 2 and a second adjusting column 3 are rotatably connected between the two mounting plates 1. Opening and closing plates 4 are fixed at the ends of both the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3. A connecting rod 5 is provided between adjacent opening and closing plates 4. A spring 6 is sleeved on the connecting rod 5. The spring 6 is used to drive the opening and closing plates 4 to rotate. A plurality of first clamping rods 7 are provided on the first adjusting column 2, and a plurality of second clamping rods 8 are provided on the second adjusting column 3.

[0022] In the technical solution of this utility model, the spring 6 and the connecting rod 5 are the core driving components. The pressure plate on the conveyor line completes the action cycle of "pressing down-clamping" and "lifting up-releasing". The restoring force of the spring 6 is evenly transmitted to the opening and closing plate 4 through the connecting rod 5, ensuring that each opening and closing action is precise and synchronized. No additional pneumatic pump, motor and control system are required, which reduces equipment cost and energy consumption from the source. At the same time, the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3 are the rotation core, and the first clamping rod 7 and the second clamping rod 8 are symmetrically distributed. The overall structure is simple and compact and has a fast response speed.

[0023] Specifically, by pressing down the pressure plate on the conveyor line, the spring 6 and the connecting rod 5 can cause the two opening and closing plates 4 to close the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3. By pressing down the pressure plate on the other conveyor line, the spring 6 and the connecting rod 5 can cause the two opening and closing plates 4 to open the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3, thereby enabling the first clamping rod 7 and the second clamping rod 8 to clamp and release the egg cone.

[0024] The core logic behind the connecting rod 5 and spring 6 driving the opening and closing plate 4 to rotate, and ultimately opening and closing the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3, lies in the design of the mechanical force transmission path and the elastic potential energy drive of the spring. From the perspective of the force action process, when the pressure plate on the conveyor line presses down, the pressure is transmitted to the opening and closing plates 4 at both ends through the connecting rod 5, forcing the two opening and closing plates 4 to move closer to each other (i.e., rotating inward around the rotation axis of the adjusting column). At this time, the spring 6 is compressed and stores elastic potential energy, and the rotation of the opening and closing plate 4 directly drives the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3 to "close" synchronously, thereby allowing the first clamping rod 7 and the second clamping rod 8 to complete the clamping of the cone. When the downward pressure of the pressure plate disappears, or when another pressure plate on the conveyor line rises, the spring 6 releases elastic potential energy and generates a restoring thrust, pushing the two opening and closing plates 4 away from each other (i.e., rotating outward around the rotation axis of the adjusting column), driving the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3 to "open", ultimately realizing the release of the clamping rods.

[0025] The opening and closing plate 4 has a mounting hole 41, which is connected to the end of the connecting rod 5.

[0026] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a transmission column 9 is connected to one side of the mounting plate 1, and a clamping plate 10 is provided on one side of the transmission column 9. Multiple clamping posts 11 are provided on the clamping plate 10. The transmission column 9 is clamped onto the conveyor chain of the production line, driving the mechanism to move on the production line. The clamping posts 11 on the clamping plate 10 are clamped onto the limiting shell on the outside of the conveyor chain. Synchronous movement of the mechanism and the production line can be achieved without complex connecting parts, ensuring that the mechanism does not deviate during high-speed movement and enhancing the stability of the mechanism's movement.

[0027] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, a limiting groove 12 is provided on the side of the mounting plate 1, and a limiting post 13 adapted to the limiting groove 12 is provided on the side of the opening and closing plate 4. Through the sliding cooperation of the limiting post 13 in the arc-shaped limiting groove 12, the rotation trajectory of the opening and closing plate 4 is strictly limited to avoid jamming. The reset force of the spring 6 is evenly transmitted to the opening and closing plate 4 through the connecting rod 5, ensuring that each opening and closing action is accurate and synchronized, thus solving the problem of unreliable reset of traditional simple mechanical structures.

[0028] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, clamping blocks 14 are provided at the ends of the first clamping rod 7 and the second clamping rod 8. The first clamping rod 7 and the second clamping rod 8 are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the transmission column 9. The first clamping rod 7 and the second clamping rod 8 adopt a multi-set symmetrical design, which can clamp multiple egg cones at the same time. With the continuous movement of the conveyor line, the "clamping-conveying-spraying-releasing" assembly line operation can be realized. The clamping blocks 14 at the ends are made of flexible material, which can ensure stable clamping force and avoid damaging the brittle egg cones.

[0029] Working principle: With spring 6 and connecting rod 5 as the core driving components, the pressure plate on the conveyor line completes the action cycle of "pressing down-clamping" and "lifting up-releasing". The restoring force of spring 6 is evenly transmitted to the opening and closing plate 4 through connecting rod 5, ensuring that each opening and closing action is precise and synchronized. No additional pneumatic pump, motor and control system are required, which reduces equipment cost and energy consumption from the source. At the same time, with the first adjusting column 2 and the second adjusting column 3 as the rotation core, and the symmetrically distributed first clamping rod 7 and second clamping rod 8, the overall structure is simple and compact and has a fast response speed.

[0030] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0031] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of this utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. This utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line, characterized in that, It includes two mounting plates (1), and a first adjusting column (2) and a second adjusting column (3) are rotatably connected between the two mounting plates (1). The ends of the first adjusting column (2) and the second adjusting column (3) are fixed with opening and closing plates (4). A connecting rod (5) is provided between adjacent opening and closing plates (4). A spring (6) is sleeved on the connecting rod (5). The spring (6) is used to drive the opening and closing plates (4) to rotate. The first adjusting column (2) is provided with a plurality of first clamping rods (7), and the second adjusting column (3) is provided with a plurality of second clamping rods (8).

2. The clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: A transmission column (9) is connected to one side of the mounting plate (1), and a clamping plate (10) is provided on one side of the transmission column (9). Multiple clamping posts (11) are provided on the clamping plate (10).

3. The clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting plate (1) has a limiting groove (12) on its side, and the opening and closing plate (4) has a limiting post (13) that matches the limiting groove (12) on its side.

4. The clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The opening and closing plate (4) is provided with a mounting hole (41), which is connected to the end of the connecting rod (5).

5. The clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line according to claim 4, characterized in that: Both the first clamping rod (7) and the second clamping rod (8) are provided with clamping blocks (14) at their ends.

6. The clamping mechanism for an ice cream cone production line according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first clamping rod (7) and the second clamping rod (8) are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the transmission column (9).

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