Product information acquisition and delivery device

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the technical field of information acquisition equipment, specifically providing a product information acquisition and conveying device, including a product conveyor line, a transfer box conveyor line, a lifting module, and an information acquisition component for acquiring product image information. The information acquisition component is located at the unloading end of the product conveyor line; the transfer box conveyor line is located below the product conveyor line, and a receiving station is provided at the corresponding location of the unloading end of the product conveyor line; the transfer box conveyor line is connected to subsequent processing equipment by a lifting module. This product information acquisition and conveying device provided by this utility model has a simple structure, is easy to operate, has low cost, high efficiency, and strong applicability, and can be applied to multiple scenarios. When used in the internal verification area of ​​loose-boxed medicines in a pharmaceutical logistics center, it can greatly improve the efficiency of collecting information such as traceability codes for loose-boxed medicines, reduce the discrepancy rate, reduce the input of internal verification personnel, and reduce the impact of human factors on accuracy.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of information collection equipment technology, specifically relating to a product information collection and transmission device. Background Technology

[0002] In the traditional model, after loose-boxed medicines are manually picked at the logistics center, they are sent to the internal verification station. Internal verification personnel use fixed I / O and 2D barcode scanners to scan the 69-digit code on each medicine to identify its information, verifying the name, batch number, and other information. Then, they scan the traceability code using the same I / O and 2D barcode scanners to collect the traceability code. These barcode scanners are typically fixed, and whether a barcode has been scanned or collected requires human judgment. Personnel must constantly monitor the traceability code information displayed on the computer during this process. This method is not only inefficient and prone to discrepancies, but it also cannot handle sudden increases in orders, requiring additional personnel as business volume increases. Furthermore, the traditional method, relying on fixed I / O and 2D barcode scanners, is cumbersome, requiring scanning the 69-digit code to identify medicine information, verifying the name, manufacturer, batch number, etc., before collecting the traceability code. The traditional method cannot be improved as a whole, thus requiring a significant investment of personnel and time.

[0003] With the development of intelligent logistics equipment, the scale and types of warehousing are constantly increasing, and the volume of shipments is also rising. The efficiency and accuracy of verifying and collecting traceability codes for loose-boxed medicines have become crucial indicators. Therefore, the technologies for verifying and collecting traceability codes for loose-boxed medicines are also developing towards higher efficiency, automation, and intelligence. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the problems of low efficiency and high discrepancy rate in the information collection of loose-boxed medicines in the prior art.

[0005] To this end, the present invention provides a product information collection and conveying device, including a product conveying line, a transfer box conveying line, a lifting module, and an information collection component for collecting product image information; the information collection component is located at the unloading end of the product conveying line; the transfer box conveying line is located below the product conveying line, and a receiving station is provided at the corresponding location of the unloading end of the product conveying line; the transfer box conveying line is connected to the subsequent processing equipment through the lifting module.

[0006] Specifically, the aforementioned lifting module includes a lifting rail and a lifting platform installed on the lifting rail; the loading end of the lifting platform is connected to the transfer box conveyor line, and the unloading end is connected to the subsequent processing equipment.

[0007] Specifically, the surface of the aforementioned lifting platform is equipped with a conveyor belt or roller conveyor.

[0008] Specifically, the aforementioned product information collection and conveying device also includes an incoming material conveying line for conveying products to be processed; the unloading end of the incoming material conveying line is connected to the loading end of the product conveying line.

[0009] Specifically, a first photoelectric sensor is installed on the product conveyor line; the first photoelectric sensor and the information acquisition component are arranged sequentially along the product running direction; the first photoelectric sensor is signal-connected to the information acquisition component.

[0010] Specifically, the feeding end of the product conveyor line is equipped with a second photoelectric sensor; the second photoelectric sensor is signal-connected to the drive end of the product conveyor line.

[0011] Specifically, the unloading end of the above-mentioned product conveyor line is equipped with an unloading guide plate that connects to the receiving station.

[0012] Specifically, the aforementioned information acquisition components include: a bracket and multiple cameras; the bracket is installed on the product conveyor line; and the multiple cameras are respectively installed on the bracket.

[0013] Specifically, the aforementioned product information collection and transmission device includes information processing equipment for processing images captured by the camera.

[0014] Specifically, the aforementioned product information collection and conveying device also includes a control system for the operation of the product conveying line, transfer box conveying line, and lifting module.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0016] The product information collection and transmission device provided by this utility model has a simple structure, is easy to operate, low in cost, high in efficiency, and has strong scalability, making it applicable to multiple scenarios. When used in the internal verification area of ​​loose-boxed medicines in pharmaceutical logistics centers, it can greatly improve the efficiency of collecting information such as traceability codes for loose-boxed medicines, reduce discrepancies, reduce the need for internal verification personnel, and reduce the impact of human factors on accuracy.

[0017] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the product information collection and transmission device provided by this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a front view of the product information collection and transmission device provided by this utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a top view of the product information collection and transmission device provided by this utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the product conveyor line structure of the product information collection and conveying device provided by this utility model.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Incoming material conveyor line; 2. Product conveyor line; 3. Transfer box conveyor line; 4. Lifting rail; 5. Lifting platform; 6. Support frame; 7. Camera; 8. First photoelectric sensor; 9. Second photoelectric sensor; 10. Unloading guide plate; 11. Transfer box; 12. Bulk medicine. 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element 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.

[0025] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature; in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0026] Reference Figure 1-3This utility model provides a product information collection and conveying device, including a product conveyor line 2, a transfer box conveyor line 3, a lifting module, and an information collection component for collecting product image information. The information collection component is located at the unloading end of the product conveyor line 2. The transfer box conveyor line 3 is located below the product conveyor line 2, and a receiving station is provided at the corresponding position of the unloading end of the product conveyor line 2. The transfer box conveyor line 3 is connected to the subsequent processing equipment through the lifting module. Taking loose boxed medicine 12 in a pharmaceutical logistics center as an example, during use, the barcodes of the loose boxed medicine 12 to be processed are placed one by one upwards at the loading end of the product conveyor line 2 by manual labor, a robotic arm, or other feasible methods. The product conveyor line 2 is then started to convey the loose boxed medicine 12 towards the unloading end. After all products are removed, the empty transfer box 11 is transported by the lower transfer box conveyor line 3 to the receiving station and then stops. The information collection component is started to collect information on the loose boxed medicine 12 transported to the unloading end and identify the barcode information, which facilitates subsequent verification of its quantity, product information, and other data. The collected loose medicine boxes 12 fall into the transfer box 11 below. Once the box is filled to the preset amount, the transfer box conveyor line 3 continues to operate, transporting the transfer box 11 containing the processed products to the lifting module, which then transports it to the subsequent warehousing equipment or other next-round processing equipment.

[0027] Furthermore, the lifting module includes a lifting rail 4 and a lifting platform 5 installed on the lifting rail 4; the loading end of the lifting platform 5 is connected to the transfer box conveyor line 3, and the unloading end is connected to the subsequent processing equipment. During operation, the lifting platform 5 descends to the bottom and connects with the transfer box conveyor line 3 at the loading end to receive products carrying completed information collection, and then rises to connect with the next round of processing equipment to transfer the transfer box 11 to the next round of processing.

[0028] Specifically, the surface of the lifting platform 5 is equipped with a conveyor belt or roller conveyor, which receives the transfer box 11 or removes the transfer box 11 from the lifting platform 5.

[0029] In one embodiment, the product information collection and conveying device further includes an incoming material conveyor line 1 for conveying products to be processed; the unloading end of the incoming material conveyor line 1 is connected to the loading end of the product conveyor line 2. The incoming material conveyor line 1 transports the transfer box 11 containing the products to be processed to the docking point with the product conveyor line 2. The products to be processed are taken out of the box by manual or robotic arm methods and placed on the product conveyor line 2 in sequence. After all products are taken out, the empty transfer box 11 is placed at the loading end of the transfer box conveyor line 3 below. The transfer box conveyor line 3 transports the empty transfer box 11 to the receiving station and then stops. The products for which information collection has been completed fall into the transfer box 11 through the unloading end of the product conveyor line 2. When the box is filled to a preset quantity, the transfer box conveyor line 3 continues to operate, transporting the transfer box 11 containing the processed products to the lifting module.

[0030] Each conveyor line can select conveyor belts, roller conveyors, or other feasible equipment according to the actual situation.

[0031] To better control the operation of each device and save energy, refer to... Figure 4 A first photoelectric sensor 8 is installed on the product conveyor line 2. The first photoelectric sensor 8 is located near the information acquisition component, and the first photoelectric sensor 8 and the information acquisition component are arranged sequentially along the product's running direction. The first photoelectric sensor 8 is signal-connected to the information acquisition component. When the product under test is detected by the first photoelectric sensor 8, it sends a signal to the information acquisition component, activating the component to collect product information. By reasonably controlling the conveying speed of the product conveyor line 2 and the spacing between adjacent products under test, the operation of the information acquisition component is matched with the corresponding product, accurately collecting product information.

[0032] Furthermore, a second photoelectric sensor 9 is provided at the loading end of the product conveyor line 2; the second photoelectric sensor 9 is signal-connected to the drive end of the product conveyor line 2. When the loose box of medicine 12 is placed on the product conveyor line 2 with the barcode facing upward, it is detected by the second photoelectric sensor 9, which sends a signal to the drive end of the product conveyor line 2, and the product conveyor line 2 starts to move forward at a constant speed.

[0033] Both the first photoelectric sensor 8 and the second photoelectric sensor 9 can be through-beam photoelectric sensors. The separate transmitter and receiver are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the width direction of the product conveyor line 2. Non-contact object detection is achieved by blocking the light beam during product operation.

[0034] To prevent the product from falling out of the transfer box 11 when it falls, the unloading end of the product conveyor line 2 is provided with an unloading guide plate 10 connected to the receiving station, and the product is guided into the transfer box 11 by the unloading guide plate 10.

[0035] In one detailed embodiment, the information acquisition component includes: a bracket 6 and multiple cameras 7; the bracket 6 is mounted on the product conveyor line 2; the multiple cameras 7 are respectively mounted on the bracket 6. The mounting positions of the multiple cameras 7 are arranged according to actual conditions to ensure that the acquisition range covers the product surface. Preferably, the cameras 7 are 3D vision cameras.

[0036] Furthermore, the product information collection and transmission device includes an information processing unit for processing images captured by camera 7. The information processing unit analyzes the collected information on the loose-packaged medicines 12 and verifies the quantity. The vision system, composed of the information processing unit and the 3D vision camera 7, can quickly and efficiently complete the three tasks of medicine name verification, quantity verification, and traceability code collection. The vision system can be selected from commonly used industrial vision system equipment according to actual needs.

[0037] The product information collection and conveying device also includes a control system for the operation of the product conveying line 2, the transfer box conveying line 3, and the lifting module.

[0038] The control system can be a warehouse control system (WCS). When the second photoelectric sensor 9 detects medicines placed on the product conveyor line 2, the WCS system will start working, allowing the product conveyor line 2 to start operating. When the photoelectric sensor 8 is blocked, the WCS system transmits the signal to the vision system. The vision system controls the 3D vision camera 7 to start working. The information processing equipment verifies the quantity of medicines and collects and summarizes the medicine traceability codes based on the content collected by the 3D vision camera 7. The verified quantity and summarized information are compared with the order information provided by the warehouse management system (WMS) used in the pharmaceutical logistics center. If the information matches, the order verification is completed; if the information does not match, the vision system will feed back the information of medicines that have not been verified or whose medicine traceability codes have not been collected to the WMS system. The WMS system records this and issues instructions to the vision system for secondary verification and collection of medicine traceability codes.

[0039] Example 1: This example provides a product information collection and conveying device, including an incoming material conveying line 1, a product conveying line 2, a transfer box conveying line 3, a lifting module, a bracket 6, multiple 3D vision cameras 7, an information processing device, and a WCS system;

[0040] The unloading end of the incoming material conveyor line 1 is connected to the loading end of the product conveyor line 2;

[0041] The transfer box conveyor line 3 is located below the product conveyor line 2, and the transfer box conveyor line 3 is provided with a receiving station at the corresponding unloading end of the product conveyor line 2; the transfer box conveyor line 3 is connected to the subsequent processing equipment through a lifting module.

[0042] The bracket 6 is fixed to the unloading end of the product conveyor line 2; multiple vision cameras 7 are mounted around the bracket 6, covering the product surface with their imaging area; the unloading end of the product conveyor line 2 is provided with an unloading guide plate 10 that connects to the receiving station; the product conveyor line 2 is provided with a first photoelectric sensor 8 and a second photoelectric sensor 9; the first photoelectric sensor 8 is located near the bracket 6, and the first photoelectric sensor 8 and the bracket 6 are arranged sequentially along the product running direction; the second photoelectric sensor 9 is located at the loading end; both the first photoelectric sensor 8 and the second photoelectric sensor 9 are through-beam photoelectric sensors; the transmitters and receivers of the through-beam photoelectric sensors are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the width direction of the product conveyor line 2;

[0043] The lifting module includes a lifting rail 4 and a lifting platform 5 installed on the lifting rail 4; the loading end of the lifting platform 5 is connected to the transfer box conveyor line 3, and the unloading end is connected to the subsequent processing equipment; the surface of the lifting platform 5 is provided with roller lines.

[0044] The information processing device is connected to the 3D vision camera 7, the WCS system, and the external WMS system; the information processing device and the 3D vision camera 7 together form a vision system.

[0045] The WCS system is electrically connected to the drive ends of product conveyor line 2, transfer box conveyor line 3, and lifting module, respectively.

[0046] Taking loose-boxed medicines 12 in a pharmaceutical logistics center as an example, during operation, the incoming conveyor line 1 transports the transfer box 11 containing the loose-boxed medicines 12 to the docking point with the product conveyor line 2. The products to be processed are removed from the box using manual labor or a robotic arm, and the barcodes of the loose-boxed medicines 12 are placed upwards on the product conveyor line 2 one by one. After all products are removed, the empty transfer box 11 is placed at the loading end of the lower transfer box conveyor line 3, which then transports the empty transfer box 11 to the receiving station and stops. When the second photoelectric sensor 9 is blocked by the placed loose-boxed medicines 12, the WCS system controls the product conveyor line 2 to start moving forward at a constant speed. When the loose-boxed medicines 12 move forward and block the first photoelectric sensor 8, the WCS system transmits a signal to the vision system, and the 3D vision camera 7 starts working, taking pictures of the loose-boxed medicines 12 transported to the unloading end and recognizing the barcode information, facilitating subsequent verification of their quantity, product information, and other data. After information collection is completed, the products fall into the transfer box 11 via the unloading end of the product conveyor line 2. Once the box is filled to the preset quantity, the transfer box conveyor line 3 continues to operate, conveying the transfer box 11 containing the processed products to the lifting mold. The lifting platform 5 descends to the bottom, and the loading end connects with the transfer box conveyor line 3. The roller conveyor starts, transporting the transfer box 11 onto the lifting platform 5. The lifting platform 5 drives the transfer box 11 upward, and the unloading end connects with the subsequent processing equipment, transporting it to the next round of processing equipment.

[0047] Once an order is picked, the WMS system transmits the quantity of medicines in the order and the quantity of medicines requiring traceability codes to the vision system. The information processing equipment, based on the data captured by the 3D vision camera 7, verifies the quantity of medicines, collects and summarizes the traceability codes, and compares the verified quantity and summarized information with the order information. If the information matches, the order verification is complete; if the information does not match, the vision system sends the information of medicines that have not been verified or for which traceability codes have not been collected back to the WMS system. The WMS system records this and issues instructions to the vision system for secondary verification and traceability code collection.

[0048] The above examples are merely illustrative of this utility model and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. All designs that are the same as or similar to this utility model are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A product information collection and transmission device, characterized in that: It includes a product conveyor line (2), a transfer box conveyor line (3), a lifting module, and an information acquisition component for collecting product image information; the information acquisition component is set at the unloading end of the product conveyor line (2); the transfer box conveyor line (3) is set below the product conveyor line (2), and the transfer box conveyor line (3) is provided with a receiving station at the corresponding position of the unloading end of the product conveyor line (2); the transfer box conveyor line (3) is connected to the subsequent processing equipment through the lifting module.

2. The product information collecting and delivering apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The lifting module includes a lifting rail (4) and a lifting platform (5) installed on the lifting rail (4); the loading end of the lifting platform (5) is connected to the transfer box conveyor line (3), and the unloading end is connected to the subsequent processing equipment.

3. The product information collecting and delivering apparatus according to claim 2, wherein: The surface of the lifting platform (5) is provided with a conveyor belt or roller line.

4. The product information collection and transmission device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a material conveyor line (1) for conveying products to be processed; the unloading end of the material conveyor line (1) is connected to the loading end of the product conveyor line (2).

5. The product information collecting and delivering apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The product conveyor line (2) is equipped with a first photoelectric sensor (8); the first photoelectric sensor (8) and the information acquisition component are arranged sequentially along the product running direction; the first photoelectric sensor (8) is connected to the information acquisition component via signal.

6. The product information collecting and delivering apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The product conveying line (2) is equipped with a second photoelectric sensor (9) at the feeding end; the second photoelectric sensor (9) is signal-connected to the driving end of the product conveying line (2).

7. The product information collection and transmission device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The unloading end of the product conveying line (2) is provided with an unloading guide plate (10) that connects to the receiving station.

8. The product information collecting and delivering apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The information acquisition component includes: a bracket (6) and multiple cameras (7); the bracket (6) is installed on the product conveyor line (2); the multiple cameras (7) are respectively installed on the bracket (6).

9. The product information collecting and delivering apparatus according to claim 8, wherein: It also includes information processing equipment for processing images acquired by the camera (7).

10. The product information collecting and delivering apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: It also includes a control system for the operation of the product conveyor line (2), the transfer box conveyor line (3), and the lifting module.

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