Automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of automatic feeding systems of smelting furnace, including transmission module, rack, sucking disc module, overturning module and stacking module, the output end of transmission module is located below rack, sucking disc module is installed on rack, overturning module is located below rack and is at the side far from transmission module, the stacking module is set in the side close to overturning module, transmission module is used to convey material to below rack, by the implementation of the utility model, transmission module, sucking disc module, overturning module and stacking module form closed loop assembly line, eliminate process gap;Translation component is driven by rack and guide rail, cooperate sensor feedback, so that material transfer position error is controlled in smaller range;Clamping jaw module of transmission module, sucking disc module, overturning module and stacking module is optimized in this system through spatial layout and movement timing, improve work efficiency, have certain use value and popularization value.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of smelting furnace feeding machine technology, and in particular to an automatic feeding system for smelting furnace. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of non-ferrous metal smelting (such as electrolytic copper production), electrolytic plates need to be continuously fed into the smelting furnace. Traditional feeding methods have some systemic drawbacks, such as:

[0003] The process is fragmented; material conveying, posture adjustment, and stacking into the furnace require separate equipment for segmented operation, resulting in mismatched cycle times and large cumulative positioning errors.

[0004] Poor compatibility; a single device cannot adapt to the process chain of multi-layer stacking and conveying, single sheet separation, and vertical stacking of electrolytic plates.

[0005] It has a high failure rate, requires a lot of manual intervention, and has poor equipment stability in high temperature and high dust environments.

[0006] While existing technologies offer single-point solutions such as suction cup handling, flipping mechanisms, or robotic grippers, they lack integrated system designs to achieve full-process automation. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a feeding system that can seamlessly connect various processes. Utility Model Content

[0007] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model provides an automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace, which aims to solve the above problems.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace, comprising a transmission module, a frame, a suction cup module, a flipping module, and a palletizing module. The output end of the transmission module is located below the frame. The suction cup module is mounted on the frame. The flipping module is located below the frame and on the side away from the transmission module. The palletizing module is located on the side close to the flipping module. The transmission module is used to transport materials to the area below the frame. The frame is used to adjust the horizontal position of the suction cup module by horizontal movement. The suction cup module is used to pick up the materials transported to the area below the frame and move them horizontally on the frame to place them on the flipping module. The flipping module is used to flip and adjust the materials to an angle that facilitates clamping by the palletizing module. The palletizing module is used to clamp the materials and arrange them in sequence. The system forms a closed-loop production line by setting up a transmission module, suction cup module, flipping module and palletizing module to eliminate process gaps; the translation component is driven by rack and pinion and guide rail, and with the help of sensor feedback, the material transfer position error is controlled within a small range; the gripper module of the transmission module, suction cup module, flipping module and palletizing module has improved work efficiency in this system through spatial layout and motion timing optimization.

[0009] Furthermore, the frame includes a first gantry, a second gantry, a reinforcing member, and a translation assembly. The first gantry is connected to the second gantry via the reinforcing member, and the translation assembly is connected to both the first gantry and the second gantry.

[0010] Furthermore, the translation component includes a rack, a guide rail, a movable seat, a motor, and a crossbeam. The rack is fixedly mounted on the second gantry. The guide rail is symmetrically mounted on the first and second gantry. The movable seat is connected to the guide rail via a slider. The motor is mounted on the movable seat located on the second gantry, and the bottom drive end of the motor meshes with the rack via a drive gear. The front and rear ends of the crossbeam are movably connected to the first and second gantry via the movable seat, and the crossbeam is used to support the suction cup module.

[0011] Furthermore, the flipping module is located between the transmission module and the palletizing module.

[0012] Furthermore, the palletizing module includes a multi-joint palletizing robot and a gripper module. The gripper module is mounted on the multi-joint palletizing robot, which is used to adjust the position of the gripper module. The gripper module is used to pick up the flipped material.

[0013] Furthermore, sensors for detecting the position of the moving seat are installed at both ends of the first and second gantry, and corrugated covers are installed on the guide rails of the first and second gantry.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: A closed-loop production line is formed by the transmission module, suction cup module, flipping module, and palletizing module, eliminating process gaps; the translation component is driven by a rack and pinion and guide rail, and with sensor feedback, the material transfer position error is controlled within a small range; the gripper modules of the transmission module, suction cup module, flipping module, and palletizing module in this system improve work efficiency through spatial layout and motion sequence optimization; and by adjusting the lateral travel of the suction cup module, the angle of the flipping module, and the motion path of the palletizing module, it can adapt to different sizes of electrolytic plates and the feeding port positions of smelting furnaces, thus possessing certain practical and promotional value. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of Example 1.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Example 1.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission module in Example 1.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the frame and suction cup module of Example 1.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the translation component in Example 1.

[0021] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of Example 2.

[0022] In the diagram: 10-Transmission module, 11-Support frame, 12-Drive component, 13-Transmission roller; 20-Frame, 21-First gantry, 22-Second gantry, 23-Reinforcing member, 24-Translation component, 241-Rack, 242-Guide rail, 2421-Corrugated cover, 243-Moving seat, 244-Motor, 245-Crossbeam; 30-Suction cup module; 40-Flipping module; 50-Palletizing module, 51-Multi-joint palletizing robot, 52-Gripper module. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. When an element is described as "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this specification are for illustrative purposes only.

[0024] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0025] Example 1:

[0026] like Figures 1-5As shown, an automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace includes a transmission module 10, a frame 20, a suction cup module 30, a flipping module 40, and a palletizing module 50. The output end of the transmission module 10 is located on the lower left side of the frame 20. The suction cup module 30 is mounted on the frame 20. The flipping module 40 is located on the lower right side of the frame 20. The palletizing module 50 is located on the side close to the flipping module 40. The transmission module 10 is used to transport materials to the lower part of the frame 20. The frame 20 is used to adjust the horizontal position of the suction cup module 30 by moving it horizontally. The suction cup module 30 is used to pick up the materials transported to the lower part of the frame 20 and move them horizontally on the frame 20 to place them on the flipping module 40. The flipping module 40 is used to flip the materials and adjust them to an angle that is convenient for the palletizing module 50 to clamp. The palletizing module 50 is used to clamp the materials and place them in sequence.

[0027] In one embodiment, the transmission module 10 includes a support frame 11, a drive assembly 12, and a plurality of transmission rollers 13. The drive assembly 12 is installed at the right end of the support frame 11, and the transmission rollers 13 are arranged horizontally on the top of the support frame 11. The drive assembly 12 is connected to the transmission rollers 13 via a chain and a transmission gear set.

[0028] In one embodiment, the frame 20 includes a first mast 21, a second mast 22, a reinforcing member 23, and a translation component 24. The first mast 21 is connected to the second mast 22 via the reinforcing member 23, and the translation component 24 is connected to the first mast 21 and the second mast 22.

[0029] In one embodiment, the translation component 24 includes a rack 241, a guide rail 242, a movable seat 243, a motor 244, and a crossbeam 245. The rack 241 is fixedly mounted on the second gantry 22. The guide rail 242 is symmetrically mounted on the first gantry 21 and the second gantry 22. The movable seat 243 is connected to the guide rail 242 via a slider. The motor 244 is mounted on the movable seat 243 located on the second gantry 22, and the bottom drive end of the motor 244 meshes with the rack 241 via a drive gear. The front and rear ends of the crossbeam 245 are movably connected to the first gantry 21 and the second gantry 22 via the movable seat 243.

[0030] In one implementation, the suction cup module 30 is connected to the moving seat 243 of the translation component 24 via the crossbeam 245. The translation component 24 enables the suction cup module 30 to move horizontally left and right on the frame 20, thus fulfilling the function of connecting the transmission module 10 and the flipping module 40. For the specific structure of the suction cup module 30, please refer to the suction cup mechanism for automatic electrolysis plate addition in the divisional application. In this system, it is used to adsorb single or multiple layers of material (electrolysis plate) from the top and lift and move it from the sides and bottom to the flipping module 40, which is in a horizontal state.

[0031] In one implementation, the flipping module 40 is located between the transmission module 10 and the palletizing module 50. For the specific structure of the flipping module 40, please refer to the flipping positioning device in the divisional application. In this system, it is used to flip flat materials (electrolytic plates) at a specific angle to facilitate the palletizing module 50 to pick them up.

[0032] In one embodiment, the palletizing module 50 includes a multi-joint palletizing robot 51 and a gripper module 52. The gripper module 52 is mounted on the multi-joint palletizing robot 51. The multi-joint palletizing robot 51 is used to adjust the position of the gripper module 52, and the gripper module 52 is used to grip the flipped material.

[0033] As one implementation method, the multi-joint palletizing robot 51 is a four-axis robot with model number SCH500-3200-1650, and its motion range is: S-axis: ±165°, Z-axis: 1650mm, R-axis: ±150°, and T-axis: ±360°.

[0034] As one implementation, the specific structure of the gripper module 52 is described in the divisional application for a gripper mechanism, which is used in this system to stably and non-sliply grip materials (electrolysis plates) that have been flipped and are in a vertical position.

[0035] In one embodiment, sensors for detecting the position of the movable seat 243 are installed at both ends of the first gantry 21 and the second gantry 22, and corrugated covers 2421 are installed on the guide rails 242 of the first gantry 21 and the second gantry 22.

[0036] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: In use, the drive component 12 drives the transmission roller 13 to transport the electrolytic plate from the left side to the positioning point located below the frame 20 on the right side; the suction cup module 30 moves to the left side of the frame 20 through the translation component 24 and then picks up the material. Then, the translation component 24 moves horizontally along the guide rail 242 to the top of the flipping module 40 (the right side of the frame 20) and releases the material (electrolytic plate). The material (electrolytic plate) falls on the horizontal flipping module 40. The flipping module 40 receives the horizontal plate and turns it into a vertical state through the rotation mechanism; the multi-joint palletizing robot 51 controls the gripper module 52 to pick up the vertical plate and stack it in the feeding port of the smelting furnace according to the preset matrix; the sensor monitors the position of the moving seat 243 in real time to ensure that the suction cup module 30 reciprocates accurately between the transmission end and the flipping end; the positioning signal of the flipping module 40 triggers the palletizing robot 51 to grasp the action, reducing waiting time.

[0037] Example 2:

[0038] like Figure 6As shown, this embodiment is basically the same as embodiment 1, except that the front and rear sides of the frame 20 are provided with isolation nets 25. The isolation nets 25 provide certain protection for the transmission actions during the conveying, suction fixing and flipping process, and prevent the material from falling and affecting the surrounding staff.

[0039] It should be noted that while the preferred embodiments of this utility model are provided in the specification and accompanying drawings, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described in this specification. These embodiments are not intended to impose additional limitations on the content of this utility model; their purpose is to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the disclosure of this utility model. Furthermore, the above-mentioned technical features can be combined with each other to form various embodiments not listed above, all of which are considered to be within the scope of this utility model specification. Moreover, those skilled in the art can make improvements or modifications based on the above description, and all such improvements and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace, comprising a transmission module (10), a frame (20), a suction cup module (30), a tilting module (40), and a stacking module (50), characterized in that, The output end of the transmission module (10) is located below the frame (20). The suction cup module (30) is installed on the frame (20). The flipping module (40) is located below the frame (20) and on the side away from the transmission module (10). The palletizing module (50) is located on the side close to the flipping module (40). The transmission module (10) is used to transport materials to the bottom of the frame (20). The frame (20) is used to adjust the horizontal position of the suction cup module (30) by horizontal movement. The suction cup module (30) is used to pick up the materials transported to the bottom of the frame (20) and transfer them horizontally on the frame (20) to place them on the flipping module (40). The flipping module (40) is used to flip and adjust the materials to an angle that is easy for the palletizing module (50) to clamp. The palletizing module (50) is used to clamp the materials and place them in sequence.

2. The automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame (20) includes a first gantry (21), a second gantry (22), a reinforcing member (23), and a translation component (24). The first gantry (21) is connected to the second gantry (22) through the reinforcing member (23), and the translation component (24) is connected to the first gantry (21) and the second gantry (22).

3. The automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace according to claim 2, characterized in that, The translation component (24) includes a rack (241), a guide rail (242), a movable seat (243), a motor (244), and a crossbeam (245). The rack (241) is fixedly installed on the second gantry (22). The guide rail (242) is symmetrically installed on the first gantry (21) and the second gantry (22). The movable seat (243) is connected to the guide rail (242) via a slider. The motor (244) is installed on the movable seat (243) located on the second gantry (22). The bottom drive end of the motor (244) meshes with the rack (241) via a drive gear. The front and rear ends of the crossbeam (245) are movably connected to the first gantry (21) and the second gantry (22) via the movable seat (243). The crossbeam (245) is used to support the installation of the suction cup module (30).

4. The automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flipping module (40) is located between the transmission module (10) and the palletizing module (50).

5. The automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace according to claim 4, characterized in that, The palletizing module (50) includes a multi-joint palletizing robot (51) and a gripper module (52). The gripper module (52) is mounted on the multi-joint palletizing robot (51). The multi-joint palletizing robot (51) is used to adjust the position of the gripper module (52). The gripper module (52) is used to grip the flipped material.

6. The automatic feeding system for a smelting furnace according to claim 3, characterized in that, Sensors for detecting the position of the moving seat (243) are installed at both ends of the first gantry (21) and the second gantry (22), and corrugated covers (2421) are installed on the guide rails (242) of the first gantry (21) and the second gantry (22).

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