A cage dividing machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of cage separating machines, including the receiving frame for receiving cage and the transmission mechanism being arranged in the lower part of receiving frame, the receiving frame is provided with lifting mechanism and is used for fixedly clamping mechanism of cage;The lifting mechanism includes the lifting assembly being arranged in the lower part of the receiving frame two sides, and the driving assembly for driving the lifting assembly moves;The clamping mechanism includes the clamp assembly being arranged in the receiving frame two sides, and the linkage assembly for linkage the clamp assembly moves;The transmission mechanism includes the rack being connected with receiving frame, and the conveyor belt for moving cage being arranged on rack, the conveyor belt drives cage to move, drives cage to leave the receiving frame;The automatic cage separating operation of cage is realized by setting lifting mechanism and clamping mechanism, lifting assembly in lifting mechanism and driving assembly work cooperatively, can lift the cage stacked together as a whole.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of poultry equipment technology, and in particular to a cage separating machine. Background Technology

[0002] With the improvement of people's living standards, the demand for poultry meat products is constantly increasing. In order to meet market demand, the processing efficiency of poultry needs to be further improved. In the poultry processing process, transportation is an important link. At present, in some livestock and poultry slaughtering and processing plants, in order to facilitate management and transportation, poultry are usually transported in a whole basket (i.e., multiple rows of cages stacked together).

[0003] However, the existing cage separation method has many problems. During the cage separation process, factories mostly rely on manual separation, which is not only inefficient but also labor-intensive, easily leading to worker fatigue, and thus affecting the accuracy and speed of cage separation. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a cage separating machine.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows: A cage separating machine includes a receiving frame for storing cages and a transmission mechanism disposed at the lower part of the receiving frame. The receiving frame is provided with a lifting mechanism and a clamping mechanism for fixing the cages. The lifting mechanism includes lifting components disposed on both sides of the lower part of the receiving frame, and a driving component for driving the lifting components to move. The clamping mechanism includes clamping assemblies disposed on both sides of the receiving frame, and a linkage assembly for moving the clamping assemblies together. The transmission mechanism includes a frame connected to a receiving frame and a conveyor belt mounted on the frame for moving the cage. The conveyor belt moves the cage and drives it away from the receiving frame.

[0006] Furthermore, the drive components are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the receiving frame, and the linkage component includes a first motor disposed on the receiving frame and a first transmission rod connected to the transmission end of the first motor. The linkage component also includes a second transmission rod rotatably disposed near the bottom of the receiving frame. Both the first transmission rod and the second transmission rod are provided with first transmission wheels, and the first transmission wheels on the first transmission rod and the second transmission rod are positioned to rotate synchronously through a first transmission chain.

[0007] Furthermore, the lifting assembly is installed on the side of the first transmission chain near the receiving frame. The lifting assembly includes a connecting part connected to the first transmission chain and a bearing part disposed on one side of the connecting part. The bearing part is provided with a plurality of fixing plates connected to the connecting part.

[0008] Furthermore, baffles are provided on both sides of the receiving frame, and guide grooves are provided on the baffles for the fixed plate to pass through; a horizontal plate for supporting the clamp assembly is fixedly provided on the top of the baffle.

[0009] Furthermore, the linkage assembly includes a third transmission rod rotatably disposed on both sides of the receiving frame, and a second motor disposed on the receiving frame. The transmission end of the second motor is connected to a lead screw rotatably disposed on the receiving frame. A movable arm is sleeved on the lead screw, and a connecting member sleeved on and screwed to the lead screw is disposed on the movable arm.

[0010] Furthermore, the end of the third transmission rod is provided with a first connecting handle, which is a component that is snapped onto the end of the third transmission rod and rotates synchronously with the third transmission rod. Telescopic rods for connecting the end of the first connecting handle are movably connected to both sides of the moving arm, and the telescopic rods are rotatably connected to the end of the first connecting handle.

[0011] Furthermore, a second connecting handle is provided on the upper part of the third transmission rod located on the horizontal plate. A connecting arm is rotatably connected to the end of the second connecting handle. A second movable arm that is rotatably connected to the receiving frame is rotatably connected to the end of the connecting arm. A fixing part for fixing the cage is also installed at the end of the connecting arm.

[0012] Furthermore, a horizontal moving beam is provided at the top of the moving arm, and a guide rod is provided on the side of the housing frame where the second motor is installed, which passes through the horizontal moving beam. The horizontal moving beam and the guide rod are slidably connected.

[0013] Furthermore, the fixing part is a horizontally arranged strip-shaped component installed on the connecting arm, and a plurality of fixing blocks arranged in a horizontal array are protruding on the outer side of the fixing part.

[0014] Furthermore, the transmission mechanism is provided at one end of the receiving frame outlet with a plurality of rollers arranged in an array along the moving direction of the cage, and at the other end of the transmission mechanism is provided at the receiving frame inlet with an inclined guide moving mechanism, through which the cage slides onto the transmission mechanism.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages: This invention achieves automatic cage separation by setting up a lifting mechanism and a clamping mechanism. The lifting component and drive component in the lifting mechanism work together to lift the stacked cages as a whole. The clamping component and linkage component in the clamping mechanism can fix the other stacked cages except the bottom cage, and work with the lifting mechanism to place the bottom cage onto the conveying mechanism, thereby sending the bottom cage out of the receiving frame. This avoids the low efficiency and high labor intensity of manual cage separation. The conveyor belt of the conveying mechanism can move the separated cages, causing them to leave the receiving frame, further improving the transportation efficiency of the cages after separation. It realizes the automated connection between cage separation and transportation. Compared with manual cage separation, automated cage separation is faster. Manual cage separation requires workers to move the cages layer by layer, while the lifting mechanism and clamping mechanism of this invention can complete the separation and movement of cages in a short time, greatly improving the speed of cage separation. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of a cage separating machine according to this utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of part A in the middle; Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of part B in the middle; Figure 4 This is the second structural schematic diagram of a cage separating machine according to the present invention; Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of a section in the middle C; Figure 6 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the clamping mechanism in this utility model; Figure 7 This is the second schematic diagram of the clamping mechanism in this utility model; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism in this utility model; Figure 9 for Figure 8 A magnified view of a section in part D; Figure 10 for Figure 8 A magnified view of part E in the middle.

[0017] 1. Containment frame; 2. Transmission mechanism; 21. Frame; 22. Conveyor belt; 23. Roller; 3. Lifting mechanism; 31. Lifting assembly; 311. Connecting part; 312. Bearing part; 313. Fixing plate; 32. Drive assembly; 321. First motor; 322. First transmission rod; 323. Second transmission rod; 324. First transmission wheel; 325. First transmission chain; 4. Clamping mechanism; 41. Clamp assembly; 412. Moving arm; 413. Connector; 414. First connecting handle; 415. Second connecting handle; 416. Connecting arm; 417. Second movable arm; 418. Fixing part; 419. Fixing block; 42. Linkage assembly; 421. Third transmission rod; 422. Second motor; 423. Lead screw; 424. Telescopic rod; 425. Horizontal moving beam; 426. Guide rod; 7. Guide moving mechanism; 8. Baffle; 9. Guide groove; 10. Horizontal plate. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this invention more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described below are only some embodiments of this invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0019] like Figure 1-10 As shown, this embodiment provides a cage sorting machine, including a receiving frame 1 for storing cages and a transmission mechanism 2 disposed at the lower part of the receiving frame 1. The receiving frame 1 is provided with a lifting mechanism 3 and a clamping mechanism 4 for fixing the cages. The lifting mechanism 3 includes lifting components 31 disposed on both sides of the lower part of the receiving frame 1, and a driving component 32 for driving the lifting components 31 to move. The clamping mechanism 4 includes clamping assemblies 41 disposed on both sides of the receiving frame 1, and a linkage assembly 42 for moving the clamping assemblies 41 together. The transmission mechanism 2 includes a frame 21 connected to the receiving frame 1, and a conveyor belt 22 disposed on the frame 21 for moving the cage. The conveyor belt 22 drives the cage to move and drives the cage away from the receiving frame 1.

[0020] In this embodiment, the receiving frame 1 is used to store stacked cages, providing a fixed enclosed storage structure. The receiving frame 1 is provided with a cage entrance and a cage exit, and the bottom of the receiving frame 1 is connected to a transmission mechanism 2. Through the transmission mechanism 2, the cage is put into the receiving frame 1 or the cage is removed from the receiving frame 1. The lifting mechanism 3 works in concert with the lifting component 31 and the drive component 32 to lift the stacked cages. The drive component 32 provides power, and the lifting component 31 is responsible for the actual lifting action. Specifically, the lifting mechanism 3 is used to lift or lower the stacked cages so that they are away from or close to the transmission mechanism 2. The clamping mechanism 4 works in concert with the clamping assembly 41 and the linkage assembly 42 to fix the cage and cooperate with the lifting mechanism 3 to achieve cage separation. The clamping assembly 41 directly contacts the cage or lifts the bottom of the cage. The linkage assembly 42 controls the movement of the clamping assembly 41, so that the clamping assembly 41 moves and contacts the bottom of the cage to fix the cage and fix its position in the vertical direction.

[0021] Furthermore, the drive assembly 32 is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the receiving frame 1, and the linkage assembly 42 includes a first motor 321 disposed on the receiving frame 1 and a first transmission rod 322 connected to the transmission end of the first motor 321. The linkage assembly 42 also includes a second transmission rod 323 rotatably disposed near the bottom of the receiving frame 1. Both the first transmission rod 322 and the second transmission rod 323 are provided with first transmission wheels 324, and the first transmission wheels 324 corresponding to the positions on the first transmission rod 322 and the second transmission rod 323 are synchronously rotated by a first transmission chain 325.

[0022] Specifically, the first motor 321 provides power, which is transmitted through the first transmission rod 322. The first transmission chain 325 enables the first transmission rod 322 and the second transmission rod 323 to rotate synchronously, thereby driving the lifting component 31 to move. The lifting component 31 is fixed on a link or several links on the first transmission chain 325. As the link at that point on the first transmission chain 325 moves in the vertical direction. In this embodiment, at least two first transmission wheels 324 are provided on both the first transmission rod 322 and the second transmission rod 323, that is, at least two sets of first transmission chains 325 are provided. By using the two sets of symmetrically arranged first transmission chains 325 to pull the lifting component 31 at the same time, it can be ensured that it remains flat during the lifting process and will not tilt or other situations occur.

[0023] Furthermore, the lifting assembly 31 is installed on the side of the first transmission chain 325 near the receiving frame 1. The lifting assembly 31 includes a connecting part 311 connected to the first transmission chain 325 and a supporting part 312 disposed on one side of the connecting part 311. The supporting part 312 is provided with a plurality of fixing plates 313 connected to the connecting part 311.

[0024] The connecting part 311 of the lifting assembly 31 is connected to the first transmission chain 325. The bearing part 312 is used to support the cage. The fixing plate 313 can be a vertically arranged plate-shaped component. Referring to the function of the reinforcing rib, the fixing plate 313 can strengthen the overall structural stability of the bearing part 312 and the connecting part 311, and at the same time enhance the load-bearing capacity of the bearing part 312.

[0025] Furthermore, baffles 8 are provided on both sides of the receiving frame 1, and guide grooves 9 are provided on the baffles 8 for the fixed plate 313 to pass through; a horizontal plate 10 for supporting the clamp assembly 41 is fixedly provided on the top of the baffles 8.

[0026] The guide groove 9 on the baffle 8 provides a guide path for the fixed plate 313, ensuring that the lifting component 31 moves stably in the vertical direction without tilting or deviating from the direction of movement; in this embodiment, it is used to support the clamping component 41, providing a stable platform to facilitate the installation and operation of the clamping component 41. Placing the clamping component 41 above the lifting component 31 can realize the cage separation function.

[0027] Furthermore, the linkage component 42 includes a third transmission rod 421 rotatably disposed on both sides of the receiving frame 1, and a second motor 422 disposed on the receiving frame 1. The transmission end of the second motor 422 is connected to a lead screw 423 rotatably disposed on the receiving frame 1. A movable arm 412 is sleeved on the lead screw 423, and a connecting piece 413 is disposed on the movable arm 412 and screwed onto the lead screw 423.

[0028] Furthermore, the end of the third transmission rod 421 is provided with a first connecting handle 414. The first connecting handle 414 is a component that is snapped onto the end of the third transmission rod 421 and rotates synchronously with the third transmission rod 421. The two sides of the moving arm 412 are movably connected with telescopic rods 424 for connecting the end of the first connecting handle 414. The telescopic rods 424 are rotatably connected to the end of the first connecting handle 414.

[0029] Furthermore, a second connecting handle 415 is provided on the part of the third transmission rod 421 located on the upper part of the horizontal plate 10. A connecting arm 416 is rotatably connected to the end of the second connecting handle 415. A second movable arm 417 rotatably connected to the end of the connecting arm 416 is rotatably connected to the receiving frame 1. A fixing part 418 for fixing the cage is also installed at the end of the connecting arm 416.

[0030] In this embodiment, the process of the linkage component 42 driving the clamping component 41 is as follows: the second motor 422 drives the vertically set lead screw 423 to rotate, and the moving arm 412 is screwed to the lead screw 423 through the connector 413, thereby realizing the vertical movement of the moving arm 412. When the moving arm 412 moves in the vertical direction, it will pull the telescopic rod 424 rotatably connected on both sides, which can drive the first connecting handle 414 rotatably connected to the other end of the telescopic rod 424 to move. The first connecting handle 414 rotates with the cross-sectional axis of the third transmission rod 421 as the base point, thereby driving the third transmission rod 421 to rotate synchronously. When the third transmission rod 421 rotates, it drives the second connecting handle 415 on it to move. The second connecting handle 415 moves in conjunction with the connecting arm 416 at its end, thereby driving the fixing part 418 at the end of the connecting arm 416 to push out or retract towards the cage. The end of the connecting arm 416 connected to the fixing part 418 is also connected to a second movable arm 417. The second movable arm 417 and the second connecting handle 415 are rotatably connected to the two ends of the connecting arm 416, respectively. The second connecting handle 415 pushes the connecting arm 416 to move along its length, while the second movable arm 417 restricts the range and distance of the connecting arm 416. When the connecting arm 416 moves towards the cage, the fixing part 418 at its end approaches and contacts the cage. The fixing parts 418 on both sides move synchronously and clamp the cage. In this embodiment, when the fixing parts 418 on both sides move synchronously, the distance between them varies within a certain range, which can clamp cages of various sizes, thereby improving the overall applicability.

[0031] In this embodiment, bearings are installed at the connection points between the first transmission rod 322, the second transmission rod 323, and the third transmission rod 421 and the housing frame 1.

[0032] Furthermore, a horizontal moving beam 425 is provided at the top of the moving arm 412, and a guide rod 426 is provided on the side of the receiving frame 1 where the second motor 422 is installed, which passes through the horizontal moving beam 425. The horizontal moving beam 425 and the guide rod 426 are slidably connected.

[0033] The guide rod 426 passes through the horizontal moving beam 425. When the lead screw 423 drives the moving arm 412 to move in the vertical direction, the guide rod 426 can provide guidance to ensure the stable movement of the moving arm 412 and prevent displacement or deviation during its movement, which would affect the normal operation of the clamping assemblies 41 on both sides and cause the clamping assemblies 41 to move asynchronously.

[0034] Furthermore, the fixing part 418 is a horizontally arranged strip-shaped component installed on the connecting arm 416, and a plurality of fixing blocks 419 arranged in a horizontal array are protruding on the outer side of the fixing part 418.

[0035] By having several fixing blocks 419 contact the cage, or by extending the effective distance of the fixing part 418 by using the fixing blocks 419, the cage can be further clamped or a sufficient bearing distance can be generated to lift the cage. In some embodiments, the fixing blocks 419 can be block-shaped components with a certain degree of elasticity, which generate a large friction force after contacting the cage, thereby stabilizing the cage.

[0036] Furthermore, the transmission mechanism 2 is provided at one end of the outlet of the receiving frame 1 and is connected to a plurality of rollers 23 arranged in an array along the moving direction of the cage. The transmission mechanism 2 is provided at one end of the inlet of the receiving frame 1 and is connected to an inclined guide moving mechanism 7. The cage slides onto the transmission mechanism 2 through the guide moving mechanism 7.

[0037] In this embodiment, the transmission mechanism 2 includes a drive motor and a linkage rod mounted on the frame 21. The conveyor belt 22 is driven by the drive motor, which drives the drive wheel of the conveyor belt 22 to rotate through a transmission device, such as a belt, chain, or gear. There are usually two drive wheels, which are synchronously mounted on the linkage rod. The drive motor drives the linkage rod to rotate, causing the drive wheels to rotate and the conveyor belt 22 to move on the frame 21, thereby moving the cage placed on the conveyor belt 22 forward. The moving speed and horizontal tilt angle of the conveyor belt 22 can be adjusted according to actual production needs to ensure that the cage can be transported smoothly and efficiently. Rollers 23 are arranged in an array along the direction of cage movement. When the conveyor belt 22 transports the cage to the outlet, the rollers 23 can reduce the friction between the cage and the transmission mechanism 2. The rolling characteristics of the rollers 23 allow the cage to leave the transmission mechanism 2 more smoothly. Depending on the requirements, a guide moving mechanism 7 can be selectively set. It is mainly suitable for environments with elevation differences, guiding and transporting the cage from a low or high position so that it can move onto the transmission mechanism 2. The guide moving mechanism 7 is usually connected to the end of the transmission mechanism 2, and the overall structure of the guide moving mechanism 7 is similar to that of the transmission mechanism 2, both including a frame 21, a conveyor belt 22, a drive motor, a drive wheel, etc.

[0038] The working process and principle of this utility model are as follows: In this invention, the stacked cages are housed within the receiving frame 1. The stacked cages need to be transferred out one by one. First, the lifting component 31 of the lifting mechanism 3, driven by the driving component 32, lifts the stacked cages as a whole, disengaging them from the transmission mechanism 2. Then, the clamping component 41 of the clamping mechanism 4, under the action of the linkage component 42, clamps one or more cages except the one above the bottom cage, thus fixing the stacked cages at the lifted height. At this point, the bottom cage, not being clamped, rests solely on the lifting mechanism 3, detached from the stacked cages above. Next, the lifting mechanism 3 moves downwards, placing the bottom cage onto the conveyor belt 22 of the transmission mechanism 2, bringing it into contact with the transmission mechanism 2. The transmission mechanism 2 then transfers the bottom cage to the outlet, completing one cage separation operation. The entire process achieves automatic cage separation and transfer, improving efficiency and reducing manual intervention.

[0039] The specific embodiments of the utility model have been described in detail above, but they are only examples. The utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. Those skilled in the art should understand that the embodiments and descriptions above are merely illustrative of the principles of the utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to the utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the utility model as claimed. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A cage unscrambler comprising a housing frame (1) for housing cages and a transport mechanism (2) provided at the lower part of the housing frame (1), characterized in that: The receiving frame (1) is provided with a lifting mechanism (3) and a clamping mechanism (4) for fixing the cage. The lifting mechanism (3) includes lifting components (31) disposed on both sides of the lower part of the housing frame (1) and a driving component (32) for driving the lifting components (31) to move. The clamping mechanism (4) includes clamping assemblies (41) disposed on both sides of the receiving frame (1) and a linkage assembly (42) for moving the clamping assemblies (41) together. The transmission mechanism (2) includes a frame (21) connected to the receiving frame (1) and a conveyor belt (22) arranged on the frame (21) for moving the cage. The conveyor belt (22) moves the cage and drives the cage away from the receiving frame (1).

2. The cage unscrambler of claim 1, wherein: The drive assembly (32) is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the receiving frame (1). The linkage assembly (42) includes a first motor (321) arranged on the receiving frame (1) and a first transmission rod (322) connected to the transmission end of the first motor (321). The linkage assembly (42) also includes a second transmission rod (323) rotatably arranged near the bottom of the receiving frame (1). Both the first transmission rod (322) and the second transmission rod (323) are provided with a first transmission wheel (324), and the first transmission wheel (324) corresponding to the positions on the first transmission rod (322) and the second transmission rod (323) are synchronously rotated by setting a first transmission chain (325).

3. The cage unscrambler of claim 1, wherein: The lifting assembly (31) is installed on the side of the first transmission chain (325) near the receiving frame (1). The lifting assembly (31) includes a connecting part (311) connected to the first transmission chain (325) and a bearing part (312) provided on one side of the connecting part (311). The bearing part (312) is provided with a plurality of fixing plates (313) connected to the connecting part (311).

4. The cage unscrambler of claim 1, wherein: The receiving frame (1) is provided with baffles (8) on both sides, and the baffles (8) are provided with guide grooves (9) for the fixed plate (313) to pass through; a horizontal plate (10) for supporting the clamp assembly (41) is fixedly provided on the top of the baffles (8).

5. The cage unscrambler of claim 1, wherein: The linkage component (42) includes a third transmission rod (421) rotatably disposed on both sides of the receiving frame (1), and a second motor (422) disposed on the receiving frame (1). The transmission end of the second motor (422) is connected to a lead screw (423) rotatably disposed on the receiving frame (1). A movable arm (412) is sleeved on the lead screw (423), and a connecting piece (413) is provided on the movable arm (412) and sleeved on the lead screw (423) and screwed to the lead screw (423).

6. A cage unscrambler as claimed in claim 5 wherein: The third transmission rod (421) is provided with a first connecting handle (414) at its end. The first connecting handle (414) is a component that is snapped onto the end of the third transmission rod (421) and rotates synchronously with the third transmission rod (421). The movable arm (412) is movably connected to telescopic rods (424) on both sides for connecting the end of the first connecting handle (414). The telescopic rods (424) are rotatably connected to the end of the first connecting handle (414).

7. A cage unscrambler as defined in claim 5 wherein: The third transmission rod (421) is provided with a second connecting handle (415) on the upper part of the horizontal plate (10). The end of the second connecting handle (415) is rotatably connected to a connecting arm (416). The end of the connecting arm (416) is rotatably connected to a second movable arm (417) rotatably connected to the receiving frame (1). The end of the connecting arm (416) is also equipped with a fixing part (418) for fixing the cage.

8. The cage unscrambler of claim 5, wherein: The top of the moving arm (412) is provided with a horizontal moving beam (425), and the side of the receiving frame (1) where the second motor (422) is installed is also provided with a guide rod (426) that passes through the horizontal moving beam (425). The horizontal moving beam (425) and the guide rod (426) are slidably connected.

9. A cage unscrambler as defined in claim 7 wherein: The fixing part (418) is a horizontally arranged strip-shaped component installed on the connecting arm (416), and a number of fixing blocks (419) arranged in a horizontal array are protruding on the outer side of the fixing part (418).

10. The cage unscrambler of claim 1, wherein: The transmission mechanism (2) is provided at one end of the outlet of the receiving frame (1) and connected to a plurality of rollers (23) arranged in an array along the moving direction of the cage. The transmission mechanism (2) is provided at one end of the inlet of the receiving frame (1) and connected to an inclined guide moving mechanism (7). The cage slides onto the transmission mechanism (2) through the guide moving mechanism (7).

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