A sash mullion outfeed temporary storage mechanism

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of mullion discharging temporary storage mechanism in window frame, including base, the top surface of the base is symmetrically fixedly connected with translation slide rail, the both ends of the translation slide rail are respectively equipped with slotting assembly, the top surface of the translation slide rail is equipped with temporary storage assembly in middle part;The temporary storage assembly includes translation plate and translation rack, the bottom surface of the translation plate is symmetrically fixedly connected with translation slider, the bottom surface of the translation plate is slid on the translation slide rail by translation slider, one side of the base is fixedly connected with translation rack, the bottom surface one end of the translation plate is fixedly connected with translation motor plate, one side of the translation motor plate is fixedly connected with translation motor, the output end of the translation motor is fixedly connected with translation gear wheel.The utility model base, translation slide rail, slotting assembly and the mutual cooperation of temporary storage assembly, slotting processing to mullion both ends is realized, after slotting, be temporarily stored by temporary storage assembly, and the next mullion to be machined is conveniently fed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of temporary storage of mullions in window frames, specifically to a temporary storage mechanism for mullions in window frames. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of building door and window manufacturing, the mullion in a window frame is a key connecting component. Its two ends typically require specific grooves for splicing and fixing with other profiles. Currently, automated processing of grooved ends for window frame mullions has become the mainstream production method. The existing typical processing flow is as follows: First, a robotic arm grips the mullion to be processed; then, the robotic arm precisely transports both ends of the mullion to the processing station of a double-head milling machine; after the clamps at both ends of the milling machine firmly grip and fix the mullion, the robotic arm releases the workpiece and enters a waiting state; subsequently, the milling machine starts and simultaneously performs milling operations on both ends of the mullion; after the milling process is completed, the robotic arm re-grips the processed mullion, removes it from the milling machine, and transfers it to a designated storage area for stacking; finally, the robotic arm grips the next mullion to be processed and repeats the above process; However, the existing processing equipment and methods have a drawback: the equipment must wait until the current set of window frame mullions is completely milled, unloaded, and stacked before it can begin loading and processing the next set of workpieces. This means that during the interval between the completion of each set of workpiece processing and the loading of the next set, the core milling machine is in a standby state. This inherent production cycle gap leads to reduced equipment utilization, low overall production line efficiency, and increases the time and production costs per unit, making it difficult to meet the high efficiency and high cycle time requirements of modern large-scale production. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a temporary storage mechanism for the ejection of material from a window frame, which solves the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A temporary storage mechanism for mullion ejection in a window frame includes a base. A translational slide rail is symmetrically and fixedly connected to the top surface of the base. Slotted components are respectively installed at both ends of the translational slide rail. A temporary storage component is installed in the middle of the top surface of the translational slide rail, and a mullion is clamped on the temporary storage component. The temporary storage component includes a translational plate and a translational rack. A translational slider is symmetrically and fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the translational plate. The bottom surface of the translational plate slides on the translational slide rail via the translational slider. A translational rack is fixedly connected to one side of the base. A translational motor plate is fixedly connected to one end of the bottom surface of the translational plate. A translational motor is fixedly connected to one side of the translational motor plate. A translational gear is fixedly connected to the output end of the translational motor. The translational gear meshes with the translational rack. A forward pushing component is installed on the top surface of the translational plate. A lifting component is installed on the top surface of the forward pushing component. A clamping component is installed on the top surface of the lifting component.

[0005] Furthermore, the forward-pushing component includes a forward-pushing cylinder and a forward-moving slide rail. One end of the top surface of the translation plate is fixedly connected to the forward-pushing cylinder, and the other end of the top surface of the translation plate is symmetrically fixedly connected to the forward-moving slide rail. An L-shaped plate is slidably connected to the surface of the forward-moving slide rail. A connecting block is fixedly connected to the output end of the forward-pushing cylinder. One side of the connecting block is fixedly connected to the L-shaped plate, and a reinforcing plate is symmetrically fixedly connected to the top surface of the L-shaped plate.

[0006] Furthermore, the lifting component includes a lifting cylinder, which is fixedly connected to the upper part of one side of the L-shaped plate. A long plate is fixedly connected to the output end of the lifting cylinder, and an installation groove is provided at one end of the top surface of the long plate.

[0007] Furthermore, the clamping component includes a clamping pneumatic rod and a clamping block. The other end of the top surface of the long plate is fixedly connected to the clamping pneumatic rod, and the output end of the clamping pneumatic rod is fixedly connected to the clamping plate. The clamping block is fixedly connected in the mounting groove. An inclined surface is provided on the upper part of one side of the clamping block, and a slot is provided on the lower part of one side of the clamping block.

[0008] Furthermore, the grooving assembly includes a grooving housing and opposing pneumatic rods. The grooving housing is slidably connected to both ends of the top surface of the translation slide rail, and opposing pneumatic rods are fixedly connected to both ends of the top surface of the base. The output end of the opposing pneumatic rod is fixedly connected to the grooving housing. A feed inlet is provided on one side of the grooving housing, and a limit component is installed in the feed inlet.

[0009] Furthermore, the limiting component includes a downward pneumatic rod and a blocking block. The blocking block is fixedly connected to the lower part of the inner wall of the feed inlet, and the downward pneumatic rod is fixedly connected to the upper part of the inner wall of the feed inlet. The output end of the downward pneumatic rod is fixedly connected to a downward pressure plate.

[0010] This utility model provides a temporary storage mechanism for mullions in a window frame. Compared with the prior art, it has the following advantages: 1. By using the temporary storage component to quickly grab, temporarily store, and transfer the slotted mullion, the slotting component can start processing the next workpiece without waiting for the external robot to pick up the material, which significantly reduces equipment downtime and improves overall slotting efficiency. 2. By cooperating with the base, sliding rail and slotting components, it is convenient to perform slotting processing on both ends of the mullion of different lengths in the later stage. Attached Figure Description

[0011] 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.

[0012] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model is shown; Figure 2 This utility model is shown Figure 1 Enlarged view of region A in the middle; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the temporary storage component of this utility model is shown; Figure 4 This utility model is shown Figure 3 Enlarged view of region B in the middle; Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the lifting component, clamping component, and mullion of this utility model is shown; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the lifting component and clamping component of this utility model is shown; Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the slotted assembly of this utility model is shown; Figure 8 A partial schematic diagram of the slotted component of this utility model is shown; As shown in the figure: 100. Base; 200. Translation slide rail; 300. Slotting assembly; 301. Slotting machine housing; 302. Opposing pneumatic rod; 303. Feed inlet; 304. Downward pneumatic rod; 305. Blocking block; 306. Downward pressure plate; 400. Temporary storage component; 401. Translation plate; 402. Translation rack; 403. Translation slider; 404. Translation motor plate; 405. Translation motor; 406. Translation gear; 407. Front push cylinder; 408. Front slide rail; 409. L-shaped plate; 410. Connecting block; 411. Reinforcing plate; 412. Lifting cylinder; 413. Long plate; 414. Mounting slot; 415. Clamping pneumatic rod; 416. Clamping block; 417. Clamping plate; 418. Slot; 500, middle mullion. Detailed Implementation

[0013] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model are described clearly and completely. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model. Example

[0014] To address the technical problems in the background section, the following temporary storage mechanism for mullions in a window frame is provided: Combination Figures 1-8 As shown, the present invention provides a temporary storage mechanism for mullions in a window frame, comprising a base 100, a sliding rail 200 symmetrically and fixedly connected to the top surface of the base 100, slotted components 300 respectively installed at both ends of the sliding rail 200, and a temporary storage component 400 installed in the middle of the top surface of the sliding rail 200, with a central mullion 500 clamped on the temporary storage component 400; the temporary storage component 400 includes a sliding plate 401 and a sliding rack 402, a sliding slider 403 symmetrically and fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the sliding plate 401, and the bottom surface of the sliding plate 401 is slidably and fixedly connected to the sliding slider 403. The slider 403 slides on the translation slide rail 200. A translation rack 402 is fixedly connected to one side of the base 100. A translation motor plate 404 is fixedly connected to one end of the bottom surface of the translation plate 401. A translation motor 405 is fixedly connected to one side of the translation motor plate 404. A translation gear 406 is fixedly connected to the output end of the translation motor 405. The translation gear 406 meshes with the translation rack 402. A push component is installed on the top surface of the translation plate 401. A lifting component is installed on the top surface of the push component. A clamping component is installed on the top surface of the lifting component.

[0015] The base provides an installation reference for the overall mechanism, and the symmetrical translation slide rails provide a sliding carrier for the slotted components and a guide for the translational movement of the temporary storage components, thus realizing the integrated layout of various functional components. The translation plate, through the cooperation of the translation slider and the translation rail, combined with the transmission structure of "translation motor-translation gear-translation rack", can drive the forward pushing component, lifting component and clamping component to move precisely along the rail, so as to realize the flexible adjustment of the material picking position; the hierarchical installation of the forward pushing, lifting and clamping components forms a complete material picking action chain of "translation-forward extension-lifting-clamping".

[0016] In this embodiment, the forward pushing component includes a forward pushing cylinder 407 and a forward moving slide rail 408. One end of the top surface of the translation plate 401 is fixedly connected to the forward pushing cylinder 407, and the other end of the top surface of the translation plate 401 is symmetrically fixedly connected to the forward moving slide rail 408. An L-shaped plate 409 is slidably connected to the surface of the forward moving slide rail 408. A connecting block 410 is fixedly connected to the output end of the forward pushing cylinder 407. One side of the connecting block 410 is fixedly connected to the L-shaped plate 409, and a reinforcing plate 411 is symmetrically fixedly connected to the top surface of the L-shaped plate 409.

[0017] The forward sliding rail on the top surface of the translation plate provides linear guidance for the L-shaped plate, ensuring that the L-shaped plate slides stably only along the middle direction of the mullion; the forward thrust cylinder transmits power directly to the L-shaped plate through the connecting block, realizing precise control of the feed distance; The symmetrical reinforcing plates on the top surface of the L-shaped plate can offset the gravitational load of the lifting and clamping components, prevent the L-shaped plate from deforming under stress, and ensure the structural stability during the feeding process.

[0018] In this embodiment, the lifting component includes a lifting cylinder 412. The lifting cylinder 412 is fixedly connected to the upper part of one side of the L-shaped plate 409. The output end of the lifting cylinder 412 is fixedly connected to a long plate 413. One end of the top surface of the long plate 413 is provided with an installation groove 414.

[0019] The lifting cylinder is fixed to the upper part of the L-shaped plate, and its output end is directly connected to the long plate. The lifting height of the long plate and clamping components can be precisely controlled by the extension and retraction of the cylinder, which is suitable for the placement height of the mullion in the slotted assembly. The long plate not only supports the clamping components, but its top mounting groove also provides a fixed reference for the clamping block, realizing the structural integration of lifting and clamping functions.

[0020] In this embodiment, the clamping component includes a clamping pneumatic rod 415 and a clamping block 416. The clamping pneumatic rod 415 is fixedly connected to the other end of the top surface of the long plate 413. The output end of the clamping pneumatic rod 415 is fixedly connected to a clamping plate 417. The clamping block 416 is fixedly connected in the mounting groove 414. An inclined surface is provided on the upper part of one side of the clamping block 416, and a slot 418 is provided on the lower part of one side of the clamping block 416.

[0021] The inclined surface at the top of the clamping block guides the muzzle to slide between the clamping block and the clamping plate during the lifting process, while the slot at the bottom limits one side of the muzzle, forming a clamping and positioning effect in conjunction with the lateral thrust of the clamping plate.

[0022] In this embodiment, the grooving assembly 300 includes a grooving housing 301 and opposing pneumatic rods 302. The grooving housing 301 is slidably connected to both ends of the top surface of the translation slide rail 200, and opposing pneumatic rods 302 are fixedly connected to both ends of the top surface of the base 100. The output end of the opposing pneumatic rods 302 is fixedly connected to the grooving housing 301. A feed inlet 303 is provided on one side of the grooving housing 301, and a limiting component is installed inside the feed inlet 303.

[0023] The slotting machine is slidably connected to the translation slide rail. The opposing pneumatic rods at both ends of the base can drive the slotting machine to move closer or further away from the slide rail synchronously, realizing stepless adjustment of the spacing and adapting to mullions of different lengths. The feed port on one side of the slotting machine provides an entry channel for the mullion end. With the help of the internal limiting components, the mullion end can be pre-positioned, reducing subsequent positioning processes.

[0024] In this embodiment, the limiting component includes a pressing pneumatic rod 304 and a blocking block 305. The blocking block 305 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the inner wall of the feed inlet 303, and the pressing pneumatic rod 304 is fixedly connected to the upper part of the inner wall of the feed inlet 303. The output end of the pressing pneumatic rod 304 is fixedly connected to a pressing plate 306.

[0025] The blocking block at the bottom of the feed inlet contacts the end of the mullion, limiting its axial displacement; the upper pneumatic rod drives the lower pressure plate to move downward, cooperating with the bottom surface of the feed inlet to clamp the mullion from top to bottom, forming a dual positioning of "axial limit + upper and lower fixation", which facilitates the subsequent milling process, completely eliminates the displacement and shaking of the mullion during the milling process, and controls the grooving size error to a very small range.

[0026] Working principle and usage process of this utility model: In use: During loading, firstly, an external robotic arm clamps the mullion that needs to be slotted at both ends and moves it between the two sets of slotted components. During movement, firstly, both ends of the mullion enter the feed inlet 303. As the mullion moves along the feed inlet 303, it comes into contact with the blocking block 305. At this point, the mullion stops moving horizontally. Simultaneously, the robotic arm moves the mullion downwards, causing both ends of the mullion to fall into the feed inlet 303. At the same time, one side of the mullion comes into contact with the blocking block 305. After contact, the downward pneumatic rod 304 starts working. When the downward pneumatic rod 304 works, it drives the downward pressure plate 306 to move downwards. At this point, the mullion is clamped and positioned by the feed inlet 303 and the downward pressure plate 306. After positioning, the milling equipment in the grooving machine housing 301 mills grooves at both ends of the mullion. After milling, the material is removed. Since the grooving machine housing 301 is connected to the opposing pneumatic rod 302, it will be convenient to groove both ends of mullions of different lengths in the later stage. When picking up materials, first determine the length of the mullion and adjust the position of the clamping components. During adjustment, first start the translation motor 405. As the translation motor 405 operates, it drives the translation gear 406 to rotate. When the translation gear 406 rotates, it moves on the translation rack 402. As the translation gear 406 moves, it drives the translation plate 401 to move on the translation slide rail 200. When the translation plate 401 moves, it drives the forward pushing component, the lifting component, and the clamping component respectively. The components move, and when the clamping component moves to the appropriate position, the translation motor 405 stops working, and the forward push cylinder 407 is activated. When the forward push cylinder 407 is working, it begins to drive the lifting component and the clamping component to move downwards from the mullion. When the clamping component moves below the mullion, the forward push cylinder 407 stops working, and simultaneously, the lifting cylinder 412 starts working. As the lifting cylinder 412 works, it drives the long plate 413 and the clamping component upwards. As the clamping component moves upwards... During operation, the processed mullion is lifted by the long plate 413. Note that at this time, the processed mullion is not clamped by the lower pressure plate 306. As the mullion is lifted, the clamping pneumatic rod 415 starts working, driving the clamping plate 417 to move towards the clamping block 416. As the clamping plate 417 moves towards the clamping block 416, it pushes the mullion towards the clamping block 416, causing one end of the mullion to be locked in the slot 418. After clamping, the forward push cylinder 407 then... The initial fixing will cause the clamping component and the mullion to move outward along the feed inlet 303, so that both ends of the mullion move out of the feed inlet 303. After moving out, the lifting cylinder 412 will drive the clamping component to move downward, so that both ends of the mullion are no longer at the feed inlet 303, making it easier for the next mullion to be processed to enter from the feed inlet 303, which facilitates subsequent processing. The clamped mullion will also be easier for the robot to grip later, reducing the waiting time of the grooving component and improving the overall grooving efficiency.

[0027] It should be noted that, in this document, 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.

[0028] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A mullion outfeed staging mechanism in a window frame, characterized by: Includes a base (100), on which a translation slide rail (200) is symmetrically and fixedly connected. At both ends of the translation slide rail (200), slotted components (300) are respectively installed. At the middle of the top surface of the translation slide rail (200), a temporary storage component (400) is installed. A mullion (500) is held on the temporary storage component (400). The temporary storage component (400) includes a translation plate (401) and a translation rack (402). A translation slider (403) is symmetrically and fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the translation plate (401). The bottom surface of the translation plate (401) slides on the translation rail (200) via the translation slider (403). A translation rack (402) is fixedly connected to one side of the base (100). A translation motor plate (404) is fixedly connected to one end of the bottom surface of the translation plate (401). A translation motor (405) is fixedly connected to one side of the translation motor plate (404). A translation gear (406) is fixedly connected to the output end of the translation motor (405). The translation gear (406) meshes with the translation rack (402). A pusher component is installed on the top surface of the translation plate (401). A lifting component is installed on the top surface of the pusher component. A clamping component is installed on the top surface of the lifting component.

2. A mullion and transom outfeed staging mechanism in a window frame as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The forward-pushing component includes a forward-pushing cylinder (407) and a forward-moving slide rail (408). One end of the top surface of the translation plate (401) is fixedly connected to the forward-pushing cylinder (407), and the other end of the top surface of the translation plate (401) is symmetrically fixedly connected to the forward-moving slide rail (408). An L-shaped plate (409) is slidably connected to the surface of the forward-moving slide rail (408). A connecting block (410) is fixedly connected to the output end of the forward-pushing cylinder (407). One side of the connecting block (410) is fixedly connected to the L-shaped plate (409), and a reinforcing plate (411) is symmetrically fixedly connected to the top surface of the L-shaped plate (409).

3. A mullion and transom outfeed staging mechanism in a window frame as claimed in claim 2, wherein: The lifting component includes a lifting cylinder (412). The lifting cylinder (412) is fixedly connected to the upper part of one side of the L-shaped plate (409). The output end of the lifting cylinder (412) is fixedly connected to a long plate (413). One end of the top surface of the long plate (413) is provided with an installation groove (414).

4. A mullion and transom outfeed staging mechanism in a window frame as claimed in claim 3, wherein: The clamping component includes a clamping pneumatic rod (415) and a clamping block (416). The other end of the top surface of the long plate (413) is fixedly connected to the clamping pneumatic rod (415). The output end of the clamping pneumatic rod (415) is fixedly connected to a clamping plate (417). The clamping block (416) is fixedly connected in the mounting groove (414). An inclined surface is provided on the upper part of one side of the clamping block (416), and a slot (418) is provided on the lower part of one side of the clamping block (416).

5. A mullion and transom outfeed staging mechanism in a window frame as claimed in claim 4, wherein: The grooving assembly (300) includes a grooving housing (301) and opposing pneumatic rods (302). The grooving housing (301) is slidably connected to both ends of the top surface of the translation slide rail (200). Opposing pneumatic rods (302) are fixedly connected to both ends of the top surface of the base (100). The output end of the opposing pneumatic rods (302) is fixedly connected to the grooving housing (301). A feed inlet (303) is provided on one side of the grooving housing (301). A limiting component is installed in the feed inlet (303).

6. A mullion and transom outfeed staging mechanism in a window frame as claimed in claim 5, wherein: The limiting component includes a downward pneumatic rod (304) and a blocking block (305). The blocking block (305) is fixedly connected to the lower part of the inner wall of the feed port (303), and the downward pneumatic rod (304) is fixedly connected to the upper part of the inner wall of the feed port (303). The output end of the downward pneumatic rod (304) is fixedly connected to a downward pressure plate (306).

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