A warehouse cage positioning assembly

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of warehouse cage positioning assembly, including at least two positioning members, two the positioning member is oppositely arranged on station, and, the positioning member includes pedestal, Z-axis linear moving module is provided on the pedestal, the output end of Z-axis linear moving module is connected with X-axis linear moving module, the output end of X-axis linear moving module is connected with the pulling structure that can hook the corner of the top opening of warehouse cage, X-axis linear moving module drives the pulling structure to the direction of moving away from warehouse cage to the position of preset. The utility model positions warehouse cage by positioning member, and positioning is fast, and without needing to reconstruct warehouse cage, can effectively prevent warehouse cage from deforming.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of logistics storage and transportation technology, specifically to a storage cage positioning component. Background Technology

[0002] Storage cages (also known as warehouse cages or butterfly cages) are metal cage-like containers widely used in industrial warehousing and logistics. Their standardized design enables fixed storage of goods, neat stacking, and convenient inventory counting, while significantly improving the utilization rate of storage space. Modern storage cages typically consist of a base plate, frame, side frames, and wire mesh. Two sets of frame and two sets of side frames are located at the top ends and sides of the base plate, respectively, while the wire mesh is embedded inside the frame. Examples include a non-deformable storage cage with application number CN202120993353.1, and a foldable storage cage with application number CN201110171365.7. When these storage cages are moved to a predetermined workstation, the corresponding palletizing robot automatically places the goods into the storage cage.

[0003] While storage cages offer advantages such as convenient transportation and reusability, they have significant drawbacks in practical applications: First, when moved to a designated workstation by forklifts or conveyors, their position may deviate from the workstation, requiring manual adjustment and reducing warehousing and transfer efficiency. Second, when storage cages are subjected to side impacts during transportation or stacking, their frames are prone to structural deformation, especially the top. Because the top of the storage cage is open and lacks a bottom plate for support compared to the bottom, it is more susceptible to indentation and deformation upon side impacts. Repeated impacts can lead to a reduction in the top opening area. Since the total volume of items inside the storage cage is typically only slightly smaller than its capacity to maximize storage capacity and reduce movement during transport, a small top opening hinders the entry of items into the cage. This is particularly problematic when the cage is not accurately positioned, further impacting warehousing and transfer efficiency.

[0004] Traditional anti-deformation measures involve improving the strength of the storage cage frame by optimizing materials or increasing thickness, or adding cushioning structures to the storage cage, such as the aforementioned type of storage cage that is not easily deformed. However, these measures all require modification of the existing storage cages, which is difficult, especially since there are often many storage cages, and extensive modifications can significantly increase costs. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model proposes a storage cage positioning component that can quickly position the storage cage without requiring any modifications, effectively preventing deformation of the storage cage.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0007] A storage cage positioning assembly includes at least two positioning components, which are arranged opposite each other at a workstation. Each positioning component includes a base, on which a Z-axis linear motion module is mounted. The output end of the Z-axis linear motion module is connected to an X-axis linear motion module, and the output end of the X-axis linear motion module is connected to a pulling structure capable of hooking a corner of the top opening of the storage cage. The X-axis linear motion module drives the pulling structure to move away from the storage cage to a preset position.

[0008] Furthermore, the tensioning structure includes a connector, one end of which is connected to the output end of the X-axis linear motion module, and the bottom of the other end of the connector is provided with a bending plate, the bending angle of which is adapted to the angle of the top opening of the storage cage.

[0009] Furthermore, the bending plate bends in a direction away from the X-axis linear movement module, and the bending angle of the bending plate is 90°.

[0010] Furthermore, the connector includes a connecting block, one side of which is fixedly connected to the output end of the X-axis linear motion module, and the other end of the connecting block is fixedly provided with an L-shaped plate, the bending plate is fixedly provided on the bottom surface of the L-shaped plate, and at least one reinforcing rib is provided on the L-shaped plate.

[0011] Furthermore, the base includes a positioning column, on which a lifting column is retractably mounted, and the Z-axis linear motion module is located on the side of the lifting column near the storage cage.

[0012] Furthermore, the positioning column and the lifting column are sleeved together with a gap, and the lifting column is provided with a plurality of positioning holes arranged along its height direction. The positioning column is provided with a positioning opening and a locking member is provided on the positioning column. The locking member passes through the positioning opening and is inserted or screwed into the positioning hole.

[0013] Furthermore, the lifting column is provided with a plurality of flat pads extending along its height direction, the flat pads being located between the positioning column and the lifting column, and the flat pads being in sliding contact with the positioning column.

[0014] Furthermore, both the Z-axis linear motion module and the X-axis linear motion module include a linear drive device, which is mounted parallel to the base on the side near the storage cage or perpendicular to the output end of the Z-axis linear motion module via a mounting plate.

[0015] Furthermore, the linear drive device is a pneumatic cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, or an electric cylinder.

[0016] Furthermore, the number of positioning components is four, and the four positioning components correspond to the four corners of the storage cage respectively.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0018] This invention features at least two positioning components positioned opposite each other at a workstation. When the two opposing traction structures of these components hook onto opposite corners of the top opening of the storage cage, the two traction structures move away from the storage cage under the power provided by the X-axis linear motion module. On one hand, when the two traction structures reach a preset position, they pull the storage cage to align with the preset workstation, effectively positioning the storage cage. On the other hand, the movement of the traction structures applies an outward pulling force to the top opening of the storage cage, effectively restoring the storage cage to its original size after impact and ensuring that items can smoothly enter the storage cage through the top opening. Furthermore, compared to existing storage cages with anti-deformation functions, this invention requires no modification to the storage cage, resulting in lower costs. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the positioning component of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a side view of the positioning component of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the present invention in use;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a top view of the present invention in use.

[0024] Figure label:

[0025] Positioning component - 100; Storage cage - 200;

[0026] Base-1, positioning column-11, positioning port-111, lifting column-12, positioning hole-121;

[0027] Z-axis linear motion module-2; X-axis linear motion module-3;

[0028] Tension structure-4, connector-41, connecting block-411, L-shaped plate-412, reinforcing rib-413, bending plate-42;

[0029] 5. Flat pad; 6. Linear drive unit; 7. Mounting plate. Detailed Implementation

[0030] 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.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for 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. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," and "fourth," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0032] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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 based on the specific circumstances.

[0033] Reference Figures 1-2 This utility model provides a storage cage positioning component, including at least two positioning elements 100. The two positioning elements 100 are arranged opposite each other on a workstation. Each positioning element 100 includes a base 1, on which a Z-axis linear motion module 2 is provided. The output end of the Z-axis linear motion module 2 is connected to an X-axis linear motion module 3. The output end of the X-axis linear motion module 3 is connected to a pulling structure 4 that can hook a corner of the top opening of the storage cage 200. The X-axis linear motion module 3 drives the pulling structure 4 to move away from the storage cage 200 to a preset position.

[0034] In this embodiment, the base 1 is fixedly installed on the workstation. When the storage cage moves to the vicinity of the preset workstation, the X-axis linear motion module 3 drives the traction structure 4 to move away from the base 1 until the front end of the traction structure 4 enters the inner side directly above the storage cage 200. Then, the Z-axis linear motion module 2 drives the X-axis linear motion module 3 and the traction structure 4 to descend until the bottom of the traction structure 4 enters the inner side of the top opening of the storage cage 200. After that, the X-axis linear motion module 3 drives the traction structure 4 to move closer to the base 1 until the traction structure... The front end of 4 hooks onto one corner of the top opening of the storage cage 200 and pulls it back to the preset position. This not only positions the storage cage 200 but also effectively pulls the storage cage 200, which has been deformed by the concave top opening after an impact, back to its original size. This ensures that items can smoothly enter the storage cage 200 through the top opening. In particular, each time the storage cage 200 is positioned, it can be pulled to restore its original size, which plays a preventative role and avoids the problem of repeated impacts causing the storage cage 200 to deform significantly, making restoration more difficult.

[0035] In this specific embodiment, the positioning element 100 is made of steel, stainless steel, or aluminum; the height of the base 1 is 430mm-630mm, for example, the height of the base 1 is 430mm, 530mm, or 630mm; the distance between the base 1 and the end of the traction structure 4 furthest away is 201mm-301mm, for example, the distance between the base 1 and the end of the traction structure 4 furthest away is 201mm, 251mm, or 301mm.

[0036] In a preferred embodiment, the number of positioning elements 100 is four, and the four positioning elements 100 correspond to the four corners of the storage cage 200, so that they can hook onto the four corners of the top opening of the storage cage 200, making the positioning more accurate and the reset effect of the storage cage better.

[0037] Reference Figure 3 The tensioning structure 4 includes a connector 41. One end of the connector 41 is connected to the output end of the X-axis linear movement module 3. The bottom of the other end of the connector 41 is provided with a bending plate 42. The bending angle of the bending plate 42 is adapted to the angle of the top opening of the storage cage 200, so that the side of the bending plate 42 near the base 1 can fit against the inner wall of the storage cage 200, thereby better hooking the storage cage.

[0038] In a preferred embodiment, the bending plate 42 is bent away from the X-axis linear movement module 3, and the bending angle of the bending plate 42 is 90°. That is, the bending plate 42 is a V-shaped plate with an included angle of 90°, and its opening is located at the end of the bending plate 42 away from the X-axis linear movement module 3, so that when the bending plate 42 hooks onto the storage cage, its two sides near the base 1 can respectively fit against the inner walls of the two corners of the storage cage 200.

[0039] In a preferred embodiment, the connector 41 includes a connecting block 411, one side of which is fixedly connected to the output end of the X-axis linear motion module 3, and the other end of the connecting block 411 is fixedly provided with an L-shaped plate 412. The bending plate 42 is fixedly provided on the bottom surface of the L-shaped plate 412, thereby forming a hook-like structure that can hook onto the storage cage. Furthermore, at least one reinforcing rib 413 is provided on the L-shaped plate 412 to enhance its strength and effectively prevent deformation of the L-shaped plate 412 during pulling.

[0040] As an optional embodiment, the connecting block 411 is formed by cutting a rectangular square tube, and its two sides are fixedly connected to the output end of the X-axis linear motion module 3 and the L-shaped plate 412 respectively by welding, riveting or screwing.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the base 1 includes a positioning column 11, on which a lifting column 12 is retractably mounted, and the Z-axis linear motion module 2 is located on the side of the lifting column 12 near the storage cage 200.

[0042] In this embodiment, the positioning column 11 is fixed to the workstation by welding, riveting or screwing, and the positioning column 11 is telescopically connected to the lifting column 12, which effectively expands the height adjustment range of the traction structure 4, thereby adapting to storage cages 200 of different heights.

[0043] Reference Figure 4 The positioning column 11 and the lifting column 12 are sleeved together with a gap. The lifting column 12 is provided with a plurality of positioning holes 121 arranged along its height direction. The positioning column 11 is provided with a positioning opening 111 and a locking member (not shown) is provided on the positioning column 11. The locking member passes through the positioning opening 111 and is inserted or screwed into the positioning hole 121.

[0044] In one embodiment, the locking element is a pin, and the positioning port 111 is a through hole with a size approximately equal to that of the positioning hole 121. When the lifting column 12 is adjusted to approximately the required height, the pin is passed through the positioning port 111 and inserted into the exposed positioning hole 121, thereby fixing the height of the lifting column 12.

[0045] In another embodiment, the locking element is a flat-head screw, and the positioning port 111 is a through hole or a strip-shaped opening. When the lifting column 12 is adjusted to approximately the required height, the flat-head screw is passed through the positioning port 111 and screwed into the exposed positioning hole 121 until the screw head of the flat-head screw presses tightly against the outer wall of the positioning column 11, thereby fixing the height of the lifting column 12.

[0046] In a preferred embodiment, the lifting column 12 is provided with a plurality of flat pads 5 extending along its height direction. The flat pads 5 are located between the positioning column 11 and the lifting column 12, and the flat pads 5 are in sliding contact with the positioning column 11. The flat pads 5 are fixedly connected to the lifting column 12, which can reduce the contact area between the lifting column 12 and the positioning column 11, thereby reducing friction when the base 1 extends or retracts.

[0047] In a preferred embodiment, both the positioning column 11 and the lifting column 12 are columns with a rectangular horizontal cross-section, and each side of the lifting column 12 has at least one flat pad 5.

[0048] In a preferred embodiment, the flat pad 5 has a width, thickness, and length of 25mm × 5mm × 600mm.

[0049] In a preferred embodiment, both the Z-axis linear motion module 2 and the X-axis linear motion module 3 include a linear drive device 6. The linear drive device 6 is arranged parallel to the base 1 on the side near the storage cage 200 or vertically at the output end of the Z-axis linear motion module 2 via a mounting plate 7.

[0050] In this embodiment, two mounting plates 7 are included; one mounting plate 7 is fixed parallel to the side wall of the base 1 near the storage cage 200, and the linear drive device 6 of the Z-axis linear movement module 2 is fixed to the side wall of the mounting plate away from the storage cage 200, so that the output direction of the linear drive device 6 of the Z-axis linear movement module 2 after installation is perpendicular to the horizontal plane, which can drive the X-axis linear movement module 3 to move up and down; the other mounting plate 7 is fixed vertically to the output end of the Z-axis linear movement module 2, so that the output direction of the linear drive device 6 of the X-axis linear movement module 3 after installation is parallel to the horizontal plane, which can drive the traction structure 4 to move horizontally back and forth.

[0051] In a preferred embodiment, the linear drive device 6 is a pneumatic cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, or an electric cylinder.

[0052] Working principle of this utility model:

[0053] When the storage cage moves to the vicinity of the preset workstation, the X-axis linear motion module 3 drives the traction structure 4 to move away from the base 1 until the bending plate 42 moves to the inner side directly above the storage cage 200. Then, the Z-axis linear motion module 2 drives the X-axis linear motion module 3 and the traction structure 4 to descend until the bending plate 42 enters the inner side of the top opening of the storage cage 200 from top to bottom. After that, the X-axis linear motion module 3 drives the traction structure 4 to move closer to the base 1 until the two sides of the bending plate 42 near the base 1 are respectively aligned with the two corners of the storage cage 200. The inner side wall is attached and the storage cage 200 is pulled to the preset position. Since there are four positioning members 100, and the bent plate 42 of each positioning member 100 hooks onto a corner of the top opening of the storage cage 200, the four positioning members 100 exert mutual resistance on the storage cage 200. This allows the storage cage 200 to be pulled to the preset position while simultaneously pulling the cage back to its original size after the top opening has deformed due to impact. This effectively ensures that items can smoothly enter the storage cage 200 through the top opening. Therefore, this invention can quickly position the storage cage 200 without requiring modification, effectively preventing deformation of the storage cage 200.

[0054] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A storage cage positioning component, characterized in that: It includes at least two positioning components (100), which are arranged opposite each other on the workstation. Each positioning component (100) includes a base (1), on which a Z-axis linear motion module (2) is provided. The output end of the Z-axis linear motion module (2) is connected to an X-axis linear motion module (3). The output end of the X-axis linear motion module (3) is connected to a pulling structure (4) that can hook a corner of the top opening of the storage cage (200). The X-axis linear motion module (3) drives the pulling structure (4) to move away from the storage cage (200) to a preset position.

2. The storage cage positioning component according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tensioning structure (4) includes a connector (41), one end of which is connected to the output end of the X-axis linear motion module (3), and a bending plate (42) is provided at the bottom of the other end of the connector (41), the bending angle of which is adapted to the angle of the top opening of the storage cage (200).

3. The storage cage positioning component according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bending plate (42) bends away from the X-axis linear movement module (3) and the bending angle of the bending plate (42) is 90°.

4. The storage cage positioning component according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connector (41) includes a connecting block (411), one side of which is fixedly connected to the output end of the X-axis linear motion module (3), and the other end of the connecting block (411) is fixedly provided with an L-shaped plate (412), the bending plate (42) is fixedly provided on the bottom surface of the L-shaped plate (412), and at least one reinforcing rib (413) is provided on the L-shaped plate (412).

5. The storage cage positioning component according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (1) includes a positioning column (11), on which a lifting column (12) is retractably provided, and the Z-axis linear movement module (2) is located on the side of the lifting column (12) near the storage cage (200).

6. The storage cage positioning component according to claim 5, characterized in that: The positioning column (11) is sleeved with the lifting column (12) with a gap, and the lifting column (12) is provided with a plurality of positioning holes (121) arranged along its height direction. The positioning column (11) is provided with a positioning port (111) and a locking member () is provided on the positioning column (11). The locking member () passes through the positioning port (111) and is inserted or screwed into the positioning hole (121).

7. The storage cage positioning component according to claim 5, characterized in that: The lifting column (12) is provided with a plurality of flat pads (5) extending along its height direction. The flat pads (5) are located between the positioning column (11) and the lifting column (12), and the flat pads (5) are in sliding contact with the positioning column (11).

8. The storage cage positioning assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: Both the Z-axis linear motion module (2) and the X-axis linear motion module (3) include a linear drive device (6). The linear drive device (6) is arranged parallel to the base (1) on the side near the storage cage (200) or vertically at the output end of the Z-axis linear motion module (2) via a mounting plate (7).

9. The storage cage positioning component according to claim 8, characterized in that: The linear drive device (6) is a pneumatic cylinder, hydraulic cylinder, or electric cylinder.

10. The storage cage positioning assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The number of positioning elements (100) is four, and the four positioning elements (100) correspond to the four corners of the storage cage (200).

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