Automatic code scanning equipment for cigarette package delivery

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of code scanning device, concretely relates to a tobacco bale automatic warehouse-out scanning equipment, including the connecting frame, the connecting frame is " L " shape, the inside wall of connecting frame is connected with the code reader and the photoelectric switch of opposite emission, the utility model discloses the synergistic cooperation between the electric control box, three -color alarm lamp, connecting frame, code reader and opposite emission photoelectric switch, has successfully realized the effective replacement of artificial complex operation process. This design has solved the outstanding problems such as the record difficulty, the operation of manual operation is complicated and the waste of human resources, achieves the real -time sharing and visual presentation of scanning code data, can carry out fine management to production operation link data, monitors each operation data, greatly reduces the data omission situation caused by manual operation, powerfully promotes the digital transformation process of enterprise, makes the operation link realize business data, provides solid data support for the enterprise to improve management efficiency and decision scientificity.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of barcode scanning devices, specifically relating to an automatic barcode scanning device for cigarette packs. Background Technology

[0002] A barcode scanner is a device that uses optical technology to read barcode or QR code information. Its core function is to emit a light source, receive reflected signals, and complete decoding, thereby achieving rapid data acquisition and efficient transmission.

[0003] Specifically, the scanning device emits infrared or laser light to illuminate the barcode or QR code, utilizing the difference in light reflection from the black and white stripes to generate an electrical signal. The built-in CMOS image sensor or laser sensor captures these changes in reflected light, converts them into a digital signal, and then uses decoding algorithms to extract the information contained in the barcode, such as product number or tracking number. This process relies heavily on the coordinated operation of high-precision optical components and intelligent algorithms to ensure accurate barcode reading even in complex environments.

[0004] In the actual scenario of tobacco leaf purchasing stations, when tobacco bales are released from the warehouse, it is still necessary to arrange for a dedicated person to use a handheld PDA to scan the QR code on each tobacco bale one by one. This manual scanning method is inefficient, and its efficiency is significantly lower than that of a fixed scanning device. Moreover, manual scanning not only requires additional manpower, but may also lead to the risk of missed scans due to the operator's failure to scan in a timely manner. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic barcode scanning device for tobacco bales, aiming to solve the problem that in the current practice at tobacco purchasing stations, when tobacco bales are released from storage, it is still necessary to assign a dedicated person to use a handheld PDA to scan the QR code on each bale one by one. This manual scanning method is inefficient, significantly less so than a fixed scanning device. Furthermore, manual scanning not only requires additional manpower but also carries the risk of missed scans due to operators' delays in scanning.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic cigarette pack scanning device, comprising a connecting frame, the connecting frame being L-shaped, a barcode reader and a photoelectric switch connected to the inner side wall of the connecting frame, a conveyor belt frame connected to the end of the connecting frame, a conveyor belt connected inside the conveyor belt frame, an electrical control box connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame, a three-color warning light connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame, a fixing block connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame, an electric rod installed on the outer side wall of the fixing block, a limit block provided on the inner side wall of the fixing block, a buffer pad connected to the side wall of the limit block away from the fixing block, and a fastening bolt threaded through the surface of the limit block.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment of the automatic cigarette pack scanning device of this utility model, the limiting block is in contact with the surface of the conveyor belt.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the automatic cigarette pack scanning device of this utility model, the buffer pad can be detachably and fixedly connected to the limiting block by fastening bolts.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the automatic cigarette pack scanning device of this utility model, the limiting block can be telescopically connected to the fixed block via an electric rod.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the automatic cigarette pack scanning device of this utility model, the bottom end of the conveyor belt frame is connected to a mounting frame, a threaded rod is threadedly connected through the surface of the mounting frame, a guide rod is threadedly connected through the surface of the mounting frame, and a cleaning brush is provided inside the mounting frame.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the automatic cigarette pack scanning device of this utility model, the threaded rod and guide rod are connected to the cleaning brush at the end of the mounting frame.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the automatic cigarette pack scanning device of this utility model, the threaded rod and the cleaning brush are rotatably connected.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] Through the coordinated operation of the electrical control box, three-color alarm lights, connecting frame, barcode reader, and photoelectric switch, a successful and effective replacement of complex manual work processes has been achieved. This design significantly solves prominent problems such as difficulty in recording, cumbersome operation, and waste of human resources in manual operations. It achieves real-time sharing and visualization of scanned data, enabling refined management of production operation data, monitoring of various operational data, and significantly reducing data omissions caused by manual operations. This powerfully promotes the digital transformation process of enterprises, enabling comprehensive business datafication in all operational processes, and providing solid data support for enterprises to improve management efficiency and the scientific nature of decision-making.

[0015] The position of the cigarette packs conveyed on the conveyor belt can be adjusted through the tight fit between the fixed block, electric rod, limit block, buffer pad, and fastening bolts. This function effectively avoids positional deviations that may occur when manually placing the cigarette packs, ensuring that the cigarette packs are in the optimal scanning position for the barcode reader and photoelectric switch. This guarantees the accuracy and stability of the barcode scanning process, reduces production delays caused by scanning failures, and improves overall production efficiency.

[0016] Through the coordination of the mounting bracket, threaded rod, guide rod, and cleaning brush, the operator only needs to rotate the threaded rod to bring the cleaning brush closer to the conveyor belt. When the conveyor belt is running, the cleaning brush can automatically clean the dust on the surface of the conveyor belt, reducing the impact of dust residue on the placement of cigarette packs and thus ensuring the accuracy of cigarette pack scanning. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main body structure of this utility model from a bottom view;

[0020] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the diagram;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting bracket structure of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Conveyor frame; 2. Conveyor belt; 3. Electrical control box; 4. Three-color alarm light; 5. Connecting frame; 6. Code reader; 7. Through-beam photoelectric switch; 8. Fixing block; 9. Electric rod; 10. Limit block; 11. Buffer pad; 12. Fastening bolt; 13. Mounting bracket; 14. Threaded rod; 15. Guide rod; 16. Cleaning brush. Detailed Implementation

[0023] 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.

[0024] Please see Figures 1-4This utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic cigarette pack scanning device, including a connecting frame 5, which is L-shaped. A barcode reader 6 and a photoelectric switch 7 are connected to the inner wall of the connecting frame 5. A conveyor belt frame 1 is connected to the end of the connecting frame 5. A conveyor belt 2 is connected inside the conveyor belt frame 1. An electrical control box 3 is connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame 1. A three-color alarm light 4 is connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame 1. A fixing block 8 is connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame 1. An electric rod 9 is installed on the outer wall of the fixing block 8. A limit block 10 is provided on the inner wall of the fixing block 8. A buffer pad 11 is connected to the side wall of the limit block 10 away from the fixing block 8. A fastening bolt 12 is threaded through the surface of the limit block 10.

[0025] In practical use, the fixed scanning device is mainly composed of a connecting frame 5, a code reader 6, a photoelectric switch 7, an electrical control box 3, and a three-color alarm light 4. The connecting frame 5 is responsible for a stable connection with the conveyor, which consists of a conveyor belt frame 1 and a conveyor belt 2.

[0026] In practical applications, one barcode reader 6 and one through-beam photoelectric switch 7 are installed on each side of the tobacco bale outbound conveyor. When a tobacco bale passes smoothly through the barcode reading station, the through-beam photoelectric switch 7 will detect its presence and immediately trigger the barcode readers 6 on both sides to scan the QR code on the bale. Subsequently, the barcode reading system will properly store the successfully read QR code information in its local database and finally transmit this information accurately to the integrated tobacco leaf platform via a dynamic link library. Whenever a reading error occurs, the tri-color alarm light 4 will flash to issue a warning and promptly remind personnel to handle the situation. The electrical control box 3 provides power to various electrical devices, facilitating their startup.

[0027] Preferably, the limiting block 10 is in contact with the surface of the conveyor belt 2. The buffer pad 11 can be detachably and fixedly connected to the limiting block 10 by fastening bolts 12. The limiting block 10 can be telescopically connected to the fixing block 8 by electric rod 9.

[0028] In practical use, the electric rod 9 is electrically connected to the electrical control box 3. The operator only needs to press the control button on the electrical control box 3 to start the electric rod 9. The working output end of the electric rod 9 then extends, pushing the limit block 10 to move. As the two limit blocks 10 gradually move closer to each other, they can effectively correct the deviation of the cigarette packs being conveyed on the conveyor belt 2, preventing the cigarette packs from deviating from their position. This avoids affecting the normal operation of the barcode reader 6 and the photoelectric switch 7, ensuring that the cigarette packs are always in the optimal scanning position of the barcode reader 6 and the photoelectric switch 7. This design effectively ensures the accuracy and stability of the scanning work, greatly reduces production delays caused by scanning failures, and significantly improves overall production efficiency.

[0029] It is worth noting that the buffer pad 11 plays a crucial role, as it can buffer the squeezing force generated when the limiting blocks 10 come close to each other, preventing excessive squeezing of the cigarette pack and damage to it. In addition, the buffer pad 11 is firmly connected to the limiting blocks 10 by fastening bolts 12, so that when the buffer pad 11 is damaged, the operator can easily and quickly disassemble and replace it.

[0030] Preferably, a mounting bracket 13 is connected to the bottom end of the conveyor belt frame 1. A threaded rod 14 is threaded through the surface of the mounting bracket 13, and a guide rod 15 is threaded through the surface of the mounting bracket 13. A cleaning brush 16 is disposed inside the mounting bracket 13. The threaded rod 14 and the guide rod 15 pass through the ends of the mounting bracket 13 and are connected to the cleaning brush 16. The threaded rod 14 and the cleaning brush 16 are rotatably connected.

[0031] In practical use, during the cigarette pack scanning operation, the operator rotates the threaded rod 14. Since the threaded rod 14 is threadedly connected to the mounting bracket 13, it will start to rise as the threaded rod 14 rotates. This rising action will drive the cleaning brush 16 to move upward in sync. At the same time, the cleaning brush 16 will pull the guide rod 15 to rise together. The guide rod 15 plays a key guiding role in this process, effectively preventing the cleaning brush 16 from rotating with the threaded rod 14.

[0032] Subsequently, the threaded rod 14 continuously drives the cleaning brush 16 closer to the conveyor belt 2. When the conveyor belt 2 starts to operate, the cleaning brush 16 can automatically and thoroughly clean the dust on the surface of the conveyor belt 2. This cleaning operation reduces the possibility of dust residue on the surface of the conveyor belt 2 causing the cigarette packs to be unstable, thereby ensuring the accuracy and stability of the cigarette pack scanning operation.

[0033] Working principle: First, the operator uses the electrical control box 3 to power the equipment and start the equipment. At this time, the conveyor belt 2 starts to rotate on the conveyor belt frame 1. Then, the three-color alarm light 4, the code reader 6 and the photoelectric switch 7 are activated in sequence, and the equipment enters the work preparation state.

[0034] Subsequently, the operator rotates the threaded rod 14. Since the threaded rod 14 is threadedly connected to the mounting bracket 13, it will slowly rise as the threaded rod 14 rotates. This rising action drives the cleaning brush 16 to move upward in sync. At the same time, the cleaning brush 16 pulls the guide rod 15 to rise together. The guide rod 15 plays a key guiding role in this process, effectively preventing the cleaning brush 16 from rotating with the threaded rod 14.

[0035] Subsequently, the threaded rod 14 continuously drives the cleaning brush 16 to approach the conveyor belt 2. When the conveyor belt 2 starts to run, the cleaning brush 16 can automatically and thoroughly clean the dust on the surface of the conveyor belt 2, ensuring that the surface of the conveyor belt 2 is clean and tidy.

[0036] Next, the operator presses the control button on the electrical control box 3 to start the electric lever 9 into operation. The working output end of the electric lever 9 then extends, pushing the limit block 10 to produce reciprocating motion.

[0037] Subsequently, the operator places the cigarette packs on conveyor belt 2. As conveyor belt 2 moves, the packs are automatically removed from the warehouse and pass through the working area of ​​limit block 10. During the reciprocating motion of limit block 10, it effectively corrects the position of the cigarette packs being transported on conveyor belt 2, preventing positional deviations. This prevents improper cigarette pack positioning from affecting the normal operation of the barcode reader 6 and the photoelectric switch 7, ensuring that the cigarette packs are always at the optimal scanning position for the barcode reader 6 and the photoelectric switch 7. This design effectively guarantees the accuracy and stability of the scanning process, greatly reduces production delays caused by scanning failures, and significantly improves overall production efficiency.

[0038] When the tobacco bales are automatically discharged from the conveyor belt frame 1 and pass through the barcode reading station, the photoelectric switch 7 will quickly and sensitively detect the presence of the tobacco bales and immediately trigger the barcode readers 6 on both sides to start scanning the QR codes on the tobacco bales. After the scan is completed, the barcode reading system will properly save the successfully read QR code information in its local database. Finally, through a dynamic link library, this information will be accurately transmitted to the tobacco leaf integrated platform. Once a reading abnormality occurs, the three-color alarm light 4 will immediately flash to issue a warning and promptly remind the operator to handle the situation.

[0039] Finally, it should be noted that the above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic cigarette pack scanning device, comprising a connecting frame (5), characterized in that: The connecting frame (5) is L-shaped. A code reader (6) and a photoelectric switch (7) are connected to the inner wall of the connecting frame (5). A conveyor belt frame (1) is connected to the end of the connecting frame (5). A conveyor belt (2) is connected inside the conveyor belt frame (1). An electrical control box (3) is connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame (1). A three-color alarm light (4) is connected to the surface of the conveyor belt frame (1). The surface of the conveyor belt frame (1) is connected to a fixing block (8), an electric rod (9) is installed on the outer side wall of the fixing block (8), a limit block (10) is provided on the inner side wall of the fixing block (8), a buffer pad (11) is connected to the side wall of the limit block (10) away from the fixing block (8), and a fastening bolt (12) is threaded through the surface of the limit block (10).

2. The automatic cigarette pack scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting block (10) is in contact with the surface of the conveyor belt (2).

3. The automatic cigarette pack scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The buffer pad (11) can be detachably and fixedly connected to the limiting block (10) by means of fastening bolts (12).

4. The automatic cigarette pack scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting block (10) can be telescopically connected to the fixing block (8) via the electric rod (9).

5. The automatic cigarette pack scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom end of the conveyor belt frame (1) is connected to a mounting bracket (13), a threaded rod (14) is threaded through the surface of the mounting bracket (13), a guide rod (15) is threaded through the surface of the mounting bracket (13), and a cleaning brush (16) is provided inside the mounting bracket (13).

6. The automatic cigarette pack scanning device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The threaded rod (14) and guide rod (15) pass through the end of the mounting bracket (13) and are connected to the cleaning brush (16).

7. The automatic cigarette pack scanning device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The threaded rod (14) and the cleaning brush (16) are rotatably connected.

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