A pig unloading apparatus for slaughtering pigs

Abstract

The application relates to a pig unloading device for pig slaughtering, which comprises a vehicle frame, a lifting unit arranged on the vehicle frame, a supporting platform arranged above the lifting unit, a conveying unit arranged on the supporting platform, a fence arranged on the conveying unit, a pig loading space formed between the conveying unit and the fence, an opening arranged on the fence, the conveying unit being used for conveying pigs to the side close to the opening, a door hinged to the opening and connected with the fence through a bolt, and a traveling mechanism arranged on the vehicle frame. In the pig unloading process, the pigs are conveyed to the side close to the opening, and the pigs are driven to leave the pig loading space under the guidance of the conveying unit, so that the pigs are not driven by the staff, and the operation of the staff is facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of livestock transportation technology, and in particular to a pig unloading device for pig slaughtering. Background Technology

[0002] In the pig slaughtering industry, transporting pigs from outside the factory to the slaughterhouse is a fundamental step. Currently, the main function of existing unloading equipment is to transport pigs from one place to another. After the pigs are driven onto the unloading equipment, the equipment will move to the designated unloading location. However, since the unloading location is an unfamiliar environment for the pigs, they will feel fear and anxiety when facing the new environment and exhibit strong resistance. At this time, it often takes time and effort for the staff to drive the pigs off the unloading equipment.

[0003] Specifically, the methods used by staff to drive away pigs are usually quite traditional, such as using sticks or other tools to hit the equipment or drive the pigs away. This method is not only inefficient, but also easily causes stress to the pigs, affecting the quality of the pork. During the driving process, the pigs may run around on the equipment out of fear, increasing the difficulty and time cost of unloading.

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, a pig unloading device for pig slaughtering is now designed. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a pig unloading device for pig slaughtering to solve the problem in related technologies where workers need to spend time and effort to herd pigs as they are unloaded from the device.

[0006] Firstly, a pig unloading device for pig slaughtering is provided, comprising:

[0007] A frame is provided with a lifting unit, and a support platform is provided above the lifting unit. The lifting unit is used to drive the support platform to rise and fall. A conveying unit is arranged on the support platform. A fence is provided on the conveying unit. The conveying unit and the fence enclose a space for carrying pigs. An opening is provided on the fence. The conveying unit is used to transport pigs to the side closer to the opening. A door is hinged to the opening. The door and the fence are connected by a pin.

[0008] The vehicle frame is equipped with a traveling mechanism, which is used to drive the vehicle frame to travel.

[0009] In some embodiments, the lifting unit is a scissor lift platform, and the support platform is located at the top of the scissor lift platform.

[0010] In some embodiments, the conveying unit includes two side plates disposed opposite to each other above the support platform, two drive rollers rotatably disposed between the two side plates, a transmission roller rotatably disposed between the two side plates and located between the two drive rollers, and a conveyor belt drivingly connecting the outer sides of the two drive rollers and the plurality of transmission rollers;

[0011] A reducer and a drive motor are provided on one side plate. The output shaft of the drive motor is connected to the input shaft of the reducer, and the output shaft of the reducer is connected to one end of the drive roller on one side.

[0012] In some embodiments, the fence includes four n-shaped frames arranged on two side panels, the four n-shaped frames being interconnected, wherein three of the n-shaped frames are provided with multiple stops from top to bottom.

[0013] In some embodiments, the traveling mechanism includes a pivot shaft rotatably disposed at one end of the frame, with traveling wheels disposed at both ends of the pivot shaft, and a housing disposed at the other end of the frame, with a steering wheel rotatably disposed within the housing;

[0014] The bottom of the frame is equipped with a second drive motor and a second reducer. The output shaft of the second drive motor is connected to the input shaft of the second reducer. Both the output shaft and the rotating shaft of the second reducer are equipped with pulleys, and the two pulleys are connected by a belt drive.

[0015] In some embodiments, the frame is further provided with multiple stabilizing units, which are distributed in a rectangular manner on the frame;

[0016] The stabilizing unit includes a fixing block mounted on the vehicle frame, a lead screw threaded onto the fixing block, a tapered plate at the bottom end of the lead screw, and a rotating rod inserted into the top end of the lead screw.

[0017] This application provides a pig unloading device for pig slaughtering. Through the coordinated use of a lifting unit, a support platform, a conveying unit, a fence, and a traveling mechanism, the pig can be transported towards the side closer to the opening during the unloading process. The pig leaves the pig-carrying space under the guidance of the conveying unit, thereby avoiding the need for workers to drive the pig, facilitating the operation of workers, improving efficiency, and avoiding stress reactions to the pig, preventing the pig from running around, and improving the safety of pig transportation. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural illustration provided for an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 2 A three-dimensional structural illustration provided for an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 ;

[0021] Figure 3 A left sectional view provided for an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 4 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the connection structure between the fence and the conveying unit provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0023] Figure 5 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the conveying unit provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Frame; 2. Lifting unit; 3. Support platform; 4. Conveying unit; 5. Fence; 6. Pig carrying space; 51. Opening; 52. Door; 7. Traveling mechanism; 41. Side plate; 42. Conveyor belt; 43. Drive roller; 44. Transmission roller; 45. Drive motor; 46. Reducer; 53. N-shaped frame; 54. Stop bar; 71. Rotating shaft; 72. Traveling wheel; 73. Housing; 74. Steering wheel; 75. Pulley; 8. Stabilizing unit; 81. Fixing block; 82. Lead screw; 83. Conical plate; 84. Rotating rod. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0026] This application provides a pig unloading device for pig slaughtering, which can solve the problem in related technologies where workers need to spend time and effort to drive pigs away during the process of unloading them.

[0027] Please see Figures 1-3A pig unloading device for pig slaughtering includes: a frame 1, on which a lifting unit 2 is provided, and above the lifting unit 2 is a support platform 3. The lifting unit 2 is used to drive the support platform 3 to rise and fall. A conveying unit 4 is arranged on the support platform 3, and a fence 5 is provided on the conveying unit 4. The conveying unit 4 and the fence 5 enclose a pig-carrying space 6. An opening 51 is provided on the fence 5. The conveying unit 4 is used to transport pigs to the side closer to the opening 51. A door 52 is hinged to the opening 51. The door 52 and the fence 5 are connected by a pin. A traveling mechanism 7 is provided on the frame 1, and the traveling mechanism 7 is used to drive the frame 1 to travel.

[0028] Driven by the traveling mechanism 7, the frame 1 moves to the pig loading area. The staff drives the pig into the pig carrying space 6. Due to the obstruction of the fence 5, the pig is confined in the space. At this time, the door 52 is connected to the fence 5 by a latch and is in the closed state, ensuring that the pig carrying space 6 is closed.

[0029] After the pigs are loaded, the traveling mechanism 7 starts again, driving the frame 1 to move and transport the pigs to the unloading location. During the transportation process, the lifting unit 2 can adjust the height of the support platform 3 according to the actual road conditions or transportation needs through its own telescopic or lifting structure, so as to adapt to the flexible switching between equipment and plants of different heights during loading and unloading.

[0030] Once the equipment arrives at the unloading site, the staff pulls out the latch and opens the door 52. The lifting unit 2 adjusts the height of the support platform 3 according to the height of the unloading platform, so that the conveying unit 4 can better connect with the unloading platform.

[0031] Subsequently, the conveying unit 4 begins operation, transporting the pig towards the side closest to the opening 51. Driven by the conveying unit 4, the pig gradually moves towards the opening 51 and eventually leaves the pig-carrying space 6 through the open door 51, completing the unloading process. After unloading, the door 52 is closed and secured with a latch for reuse.

[0032] By using the lifting unit 2, support platform 3, conveying unit 4, fence 5 and traveling mechanism 7 together, the pig can be transported to the side closer to the opening 51 during the unloading process. The pig leaves the pig carrying space 6 under the guidance of the conveying unit 4, thereby avoiding the need for staff to drive the pig, facilitating the operation of staff, improving efficiency, avoiding stress on the pig, preventing the pig from running around, improving the safety of pig transportation, and ensuring the quality of pork.

[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the lifting unit 2 is a scissor lift platform, and the support platform 3 is located at the top of the scissor lift platform.

[0034] During transportation, the equipment height needs to be adjusted to adapt to different transportation environments. The scissor lift platform starts working. The scissor lift platform is composed of multiple intersecting links. An electric push rod acts as a driving device to the intersection of the links. When the driving device pushes the intersection of the links, the links extend, raising the scissor lift platform and thus driving the support platform 3 to rise. Conversely, when the driving device retracts, the links retract, lowering the scissor lift platform and causing the support platform 3 to descend as well.

[0035] Scissor lifts are characterized by precise and flexible height adjustment. In slaughterhouses, different unloading platforms or receiving devices may have different heights. Scissor lifts can adjust the support platform 3 to a suitable height according to actual needs, enabling the equipment to seamlessly connect with unloading platforms of various heights, greatly improving the applicability and versatility of the equipment.

[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the conveying unit 4 includes two side plates 41 disposed opposite to each other above the support platform 3. Two drive rollers 43 are rotatably disposed between the two side plates 41. A transmission roller 44 is rotatably disposed between the two side plates 41 and located between the two drive rollers 43. A conveyor belt 42 is connected to the outer sides of the two drive rollers 43 and the plurality of transmission rollers 44. A reducer 46 and a drive motor 45 are disposed on one side of the side plate 41. The output shaft of the drive motor 45 is connected to the input shaft of the reducer 46. The output shaft of the reducer 46 is connected to one end of the drive roller 43 on one side.

[0037] Once the equipment arrives at the unloading location, the lifting unit 2 adjusts the height of the support platform 3 to ensure proper connection between the conveying unit 4 and the unloading platform.

[0038] The staff removes the latch to open door 52 and starts drive motor 45. Drive motor 45 starts running, and its output shaft transmits power to the input shaft of reducer 46. Reducer 46 reduces the speed and increases the torque of the high-speed power output by drive motor 45, and then transmits the processed power to the drive roller 43 on one side through its output shaft. Driven by the power, drive roller 43 starts to rotate. The rotation of drive roller 43 drives conveyor belt 42 to move. The movement of conveyor belt 42 drives multiple transmission rollers 44 and another drive roller 43 to rotate, forming a continuous transmission system.

[0039] As the conveyor belt 42 moves, the pigs placed on the conveyor belt 42 are gradually transported to the side closer to the opening 51. Finally, the pigs leave the pig-carrying space 6 through the opening 51 of the open door, completing the unloading process.

[0040] like Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, in one embodiment, the fence 5 includes four n-shaped frames 53 disposed on two side panels 41, the four n-shaped frames 53 being interconnected, wherein three of the n-shaped frames 53 are provided with multiple stops 54 from top to bottom. The positions of the n-shaped frames 53 without stops 54 are openings 51.

[0041] Multiple barriers 54 are installed on the n-shaped frame 53 to form a barrier, which can effectively prevent pigs from jumping out or crawling out from the side of the fence 5 at all stages of loading, transporting and unloading pigs, greatly reducing the risk of pigs escaping.

[0042] The n-shaped frame 53 has high strength and stability. The four n-shaped frames 53 are welded together to form an integral frame structure, which can withstand various forces exerted by pigs inside the equipment, such as squeezing and collisions. This structure is not easily deformed and can be used stably for a long time.

[0043] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in one embodiment, the traveling mechanism 7 includes a rotating shaft 71 rotatably disposed at one end of the frame 1, with traveling wheels 72 disposed at both ends of the rotating shaft 71, and a housing 73 disposed at the other end of the frame 1, with a steering wheel 74 rotatably disposed inside the housing 73; a second drive motor and a second reducer are disposed at the bottom of the frame 1, the output shaft of the second drive motor is connected to the input shaft of the second reducer, and pulleys 75 are disposed on both the output shaft of the second reducer and the rotating shaft 71, with the two pulleys 75 being driven by a belt.

[0044] When the equipment needs to be moved, drive motor 2 is started. Drive motor 2 starts to run, and its output shaft rotates at high speed, transmitting power to the input shaft of reducer 2 connected to it. Reducer 2 reduces the high-speed power output by drive motor 2 and increases the torque, converting the power into a low-speed, high-torque form, which is then transmitted to pulley 75 set on the output shaft through its output shaft.

[0045] The pulley 75 drives another pulley 75 mounted on the shaft 71 to rotate via a belt, which in turn causes the shaft 71 to rotate, driving the travel wheel 72 to rotate. Under the friction between the travel wheel 72 and the ground, the equipment begins to move forward or backward. At the same time, the steering wheel 74 can rotate freely within the housing 73, serving to support the frame 1 and assist in steering, enabling the equipment to flexibly change its direction of movement.

[0046] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, in one embodiment, the frame 1 is further provided with a plurality of stabilizing units 8, which are rectangularly distributed on the frame 1; the stabilizing unit 8 includes a fixing block 81 disposed on the frame 1, a lead screw 82 is threadedly connected to the fixing block 81, a tapered plate 83 is provided at the bottom end of the lead screw 82, a rotating rod 84 is inserted at the top end of the lead screw 82, and a threaded hole adapted to the lead screw 82 is opened inside the fixing block 81.

[0047] When the designated parking position is reached, rotating the lever 84 can drive the lead screw 82 to rotate. According to the principle of thread transmission, the lead screw 82 will make up-down linear motion in the threaded hole.

[0048] As the lead screw 82 rotates downward, the conical plate 83 at its bottom end also gradually moves downward closer to the ground, pressing the conical plate 83 tightly onto the ground. Since the conical plate 83 can adapt to ground with different flatness, it increases the contact area and friction with the ground.

[0049] The above operation is performed on each stabilizing unit 8 in sequence, so that the four conical pads 83 are firmly attached to the ground, reducing the shaking of the frame 1 and keeping the equipment in a stable parking state.

[0050] like Figure 3 As shown, it should be noted that a power supply is provided at the bottom of the frame 1 in this embodiment.

[0051] Lithium batteries have advantages such as high energy density, low self-discharge rate, and long lifespan, providing continuous and stable power support for equipment. They are also relatively lightweight and do not add too much burden to the vehicle frame. Specifically, the power source can be a lithium iron phosphate battery, which has high safety and long cycle life, making it suitable for use in this industrial application scenario.

[0052] The power supply is electrically connected to various electrical components on the equipment via wires. In addition, different components on the equipment may have different voltage requirements. The power supply is equipped with a voltage conversion module to convert the voltage output by the power supply into the voltage required by each component. The power supply also has a control circuit to achieve precise distribution and regulation of the voltage.

[0053] At the same time, the control circuit can also monitor and control the output current of the power supply to prevent overcurrent from damaging the equipment.

[0054] The frame is also equipped with multiple switches connected to the power supply, which can be used to start and stop the power supply. When the switch is turned on, the circuit is connected, and the power supply begins to supply power to the corresponding device; when the switch is turned off, the circuit is disconnected, the power supply stops, and the device stops operating.

[0055] In addition, the power supply is equipped with a protection device, which is one or more of the following: overcurrent protection, overvoltage protection, and undervoltage protection. When the equipment malfunctions, the protection device will automatically cut off the power supply to protect the safety of the equipment and personnel.

[0056] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0057] It should be noted that in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0058] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A pig unloading device for pig slaughtering, characterized in that, include: A frame (1) is provided with a lifting unit (2), and a support platform (3) is provided above the lifting unit (2). The lifting unit (2) is used to drive the support platform (3) to rise and fall. A conveying unit (4) is arranged on the support platform (3). A fence (5) is provided on the conveying unit (4). The conveying unit (4) and the fence (5) enclose a pig-carrying space (6). An opening (51) is provided on the fence (5). The conveying unit (4) is used to transport pigs to the side closer to the opening (51). A door (52) is hinged on the opening (51). The door (52) and the fence (5) are connected by a pin. The frame (1) is provided with a traveling mechanism (7), which is used to drive the frame (1) to travel.

2. The pig unloading equipment for pig slaughtering as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting unit (2) is a scissor lift platform, and the support platform (3) is located at the top of the scissor lift platform.

3. The pig unloading equipment for pig slaughtering as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The conveying unit (4) includes two side plates (41) arranged opposite to each other above the support platform (3), two active rollers (43) are rotatably arranged between the two side plates (41), and a transmission roller (44) is rotatably arranged between the two side plates (41) and located between the two active rollers (43). A conveyor belt (42) is connected to the outside of the two active rollers (43) and the multiple transmission rollers (44). A reducer (46) and a drive motor (45) are provided on one side plate (41). The output shaft of the drive motor (45) is connected to the input shaft of the reducer (46), and the output shaft of the reducer (46) is connected to one end of the drive roller (43) on one side.

4. The pig unloading equipment for pig slaughtering as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The fence (5) includes four n-shaped frames (53) set on two side plates (41), the four n-shaped frames (53) are connected to each other, and three of the n-shaped frames (53) are provided with multiple stops (54) from top to bottom.

5. The pig unloading equipment for pig slaughtering as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The traveling mechanism (7) includes a rotating shaft (71) rotatably disposed at one end of the frame (1), with traveling wheels (72) disposed at both ends of the rotating shaft (71), and a housing (73) disposed at the other end of the frame (1), with a steering wheel (74) rotatably disposed inside the housing (73). The bottom of the frame (1) is provided with a second drive motor and a second reducer. The output shaft of the second drive motor is connected to the input shaft of the second reducer. Both the output shaft and the rotating shaft (71) of the second reducer are provided with pulleys (75). The two pulleys (75) are driven by a belt.

6. The pig unloading equipment for pig slaughtering as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The frame (1) is also provided with a plurality of stabilizing units (8), which are arranged in a rectangular shape on the frame (1); The stabilizing unit (8) includes a fixing block (81) mounted on the frame (1), a screw (82) threaded onto the fixing block (81), a tapered plate (83) at the bottom end of the screw (82), and a rotating rod (84) inserted into the top end of the screw (82).

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