A high efficiency sorting system

Abstract

This invention provides a high-efficiency sorting system, including a fixed frame, a feeding and packaging mechanism, a sorting trolley, and a discharging mechanism. The discharging mechanism includes multiple first discharging chutes and multiple second discharging chutes. Along the width of the fixed frame, the multiple first discharging chutes and the feeding and packaging mechanism are located on one side of the fixed frame, and the multiple second discharging chutes are located on the other side of the fixed frame. Along the length of the fixed frame, the multiple first discharging chutes are distributed on both sides of the feeding and packaging mechanism. This invention places the feeding and packaging mechanism on one side of the fixed frame, and leaves space on the other side of the fixed frame, opposite the feeding and packaging mechanism, for installing the second discharging chutes. This effectively shortens the travel distance of the sorting trolley when delivering to one side of the fixed frame, thus improving the sorting efficiency of the sorting system.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sorting technology for goods, express parcels and other items, and in particular to a high-efficiency sorting system. Background Technology

[0002] The automated parcel sorting system can automatically transport each parcel from multiple parcels to the corresponding compartment, and continuously and automatically sort large quantities of parcels. It has the advantages of high sorting efficiency and low sorting error rate, and is widely used in logistics distribution centers.

[0003] Typically, an automated parcel sorting system includes a fixed frame and a feeding mechanism, a track within the fixed frame, a sorting trolley movably mounted on the track, and a receiving mechanism arranged along the width of the fixed frame on its outer side. The fixed frame has multiple slots (i.e., drop chutes), and the receiving mechanism has multiple receiving frames, each corresponding to one of the slots. During operation, the sorting personnel simply place multiple parcels onto the feeding mechanism. The sorting trolley moves to the feeding mechanism to pick up the parcels, then moves to the corresponding slot based on the information on the parcel. The trolley removes the parcel, which slides down the slot into the corresponding receiving frame. The automated sorting of multiple parcels is achieved through the reciprocating movement of the sorting trolley between the feeding mechanism and the slots.

[0004] In existing automated parcel sorting systems, the feeding mechanism is located in the middle of a fixed frame, while multiple slots and receiving boxes are distributed on either side of it. Due to this arrangement, after the sorting trolley picks up a parcel from the feeding mechanism, it must move a considerable distance along the length of the fixed frame to reach the nearest slot. This results in a long travel distance for the sorting trolley along the fixed frame, hindering improvements in sorting efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a high-efficiency sorting system with higher sorting efficiency.

[0006] This utility model provides a high-efficiency sorting system, including a fixed frame and a feeding and packaging mechanism, at least one sorting trolley movably disposed in the fixed frame, and a dropping mechanism mounted on the fixed frame. The sorting trolley can reciprocate between the feeding and packaging mechanism and the dropping mechanism. The dropping mechanism includes multiple first dropping chutes and multiple second dropping chutes. Along the width direction of the fixed frame, the multiple first dropping chutes and the feeding and packaging mechanism are disposed on one side of the fixed frame, and the multiple second dropping chutes are disposed on the other side of the fixed frame. Along the length direction of the fixed frame, the multiple first dropping chutes are distributed on both sides of the feeding and packaging mechanism.

[0007] Preferably, the feeding and packaging mechanism is located at the middle position of the fixed frame along its length.

[0008] Preferably, the fixed frame includes a first frame, a second frame, and a third frame that are detachably connected in sequence along its own length.

[0009] Preferably, each of the first frame, the second frame, and the third frame is equipped with a set of tracks, and the three sets of tracks are sequentially spliced ​​together to form a translation track, on which the sorting trolley is movably mounted.

[0010] Preferably, each sorting trolley is movably mounted on the translation track via a transmission mechanism.

[0011] Preferably, each transmission mechanism includes a lifting frame, a first translational transmission unit connected to the lifting frame, and a lifting transmission unit for connecting the lifting frame and the sorting trolley. The first translational transmission unit is used to drive the lifting frame to move along the translational track, and the lifting transmission unit is used to drive the sorting trolley to move up and down in the lifting frame.

[0012] Preferably, each transmission mechanism includes a second translation transmission unit, which drives the sorting trolley to move along the translation track.

[0013] Preferably, along the length of the fixed frame, each end of the first frame and the third frame is connected to a distribution box.

[0014] Preferably, along the width direction of the fixed frame, one side of the second frame is provided with the feeding and packaging mechanism, and the other side is provided with a plurality of second material discharge chutes.

[0015] Preferably, along the width direction of the fixed frame, the first frame has a plurality of first material discharge grooves on one side and a plurality of second material discharge grooves on the other side. At the same time, the third frame has a plurality of first material discharge grooves on one side and a plurality of second material discharge grooves on the other side.

[0016] Preferably, it further includes a receiving mechanism arranged outside the fixed frame, the receiving mechanism having a plurality of receiving frames corresponding one-to-one with the plurality of dropping grooves in the dropping mechanism.

[0017] Preferably, the feeding and packaging mechanism includes a packaging platform and / or a packaging lifting assembly.

[0018] This utility model provides a high-efficiency sorting system, which sets the feeding and packaging mechanism on one side of a fixed frame, and leaves space on the other side of the fixed frame, opposite the feeding and packaging mechanism, for installing a second material discharge chute. After the sorting trolley receives the sorted item from the feeding and packaging mechanism, it only needs to align with the second material discharge chute opposite the feeding and packaging mechanism to complete one delivery. This effectively shortens the moving distance of the sorting trolley when delivering to one side of the fixed frame and improves the sorting efficiency of the sorting system. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the high-efficiency sorting system of this utility model (with the receiving mechanism removed);

[0020] Figure 2 This is a top view of the high-efficiency sorting system of this utility model (with a receiving mechanism);

[0021] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the high-efficiency sorting system of this utility model (with a receiving mechanism).

[0022] Component designation explanation:

[0023] 1. Fixed frame

[0024] 11 First Framework

[0025] 12 Second Framework

[0026] 13 Third Framework

[0027] 2. Material feeding and packaging mechanism

[0028] 21. Packing Station

[0029] 22 Packaging Lifting Components

[0030] 3. Material feeding mechanism

[0031] 31 First material discharge chute

[0032] 32 Second feeding chute

[0033] 4. Electrical control box

[0034] 5. Receiving mechanism

[0035] 51 First receiving frame

[0036] 52 Second receiving frame

[0037] 6 sorting carts

[0038] 7 Translation Track Detailed Implementation

[0039] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to illustrate this utility model and are not intended to limit it.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "top," "bottom," "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 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" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0041] 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 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 according to the specific circumstances. Unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more.

[0042] Figure 2 The image shown is a top view of the high-efficiency sorting system of this utility model. In the following description, it will be referred to as... Figure 2 The attached diagram serves as a reference for direction. Figure 2 In the diagram, the direction perpendicular to the view paper and facing outwards is the upward direction, the direction perpendicular to the view paper and facing inwards is the downward direction, the direction along the view paper and upwards is the backward direction, the direction along the view paper and downwards is the forward direction, the direction along the view paper and to the right is the right direction, and the direction along the view paper and to the left is the left direction.

[0043] This utility model provides a high-efficiency sorting system, which is as follows: Figure 1-3As shown, the system includes a fixed frame 1 and a feeding and packaging mechanism 2, both fixedly installed; at least one sorting trolley 6 movably disposed within the fixed frame 1; and a dropping mechanism 3 mounted on the fixed frame 1. The sorting trolley 6 can reciprocate left and right between the feeding and packaging mechanism 2 and the dropping mechanism 3. The dropping mechanism 3 includes multiple first dropping chutes 31 and multiple second dropping chutes 32. Along the width direction of the fixed frame 1, the multiple first dropping chutes 31 and the feeding and packaging mechanism 2 are disposed on the front side of the fixed frame 1, and the multiple second dropping chutes 32 are disposed on the rear side of the fixed frame 1. Along the length direction of the fixed frame 1, the multiple first dropping chutes 31 are distributed on the left and right sides of the feeding and packaging mechanism 2.

[0044] Compared to existing technologies, this utility model places the feeding and packaging mechanism on one side of the fixed frame, and leaves space on the other side of the fixed frame, directly opposite the feeding and packaging mechanism, for installing a second material discharge chute. After the sorting trolley receives the sorted item from the feeding and packaging mechanism, it only needs to align with the second material discharge chute directly opposite the feeding and packaging mechanism to complete one delivery. This effectively shortens the moving distance of the sorting trolley when delivering to one side of the fixed frame and improves the sorting efficiency of the sorting system.

[0045] The sorting trolley specifically includes a trolley frame, two parallel rollers arranged front and rear, and a conveyor belt wound around the two rollers. One of the rollers is an electric roller or connected to a rotary drive source. When one of the rollers rotates, the conveyor belt moves forward or backward, thereby delivering the sorted items into the first discharge chute 3 or the second discharge chute 32.

[0046] Furthermore, in the high-efficiency sorting system of this utility model, the feeding and packaging mechanism 2 can be positioned in various ways along the length of the fixed frame 1. For example, it can be positioned slightly to the right of the middle on one side of the fixed frame 1, slightly to the left of the middle of the fixed frame 1, or in the middle of the fixed frame 1. The specific position can be determined according to actual needs. In one embodiment of this utility model, such as... Figure 1 As shown, along the length of the fixed frame 1, the feeding mechanism 2 is located at the middle position of the front side of the fixed frame 1. Furthermore, along the width of the fixed frame 1, the feeding mechanism 2 is located on the front side of the fixed frame 1.

[0047] To facilitate the shipping and assembly of the sorting system, the fixed frame 1 preferably includes a first frame 11, a second frame 12, and a third frame 13 that are detachably connected along its length. Each of the first frame 11, second frame 12, and third frame 13 is equipped with a set of tracks, which are sequentially spliced ​​together to form a translation track 7 for the sorting trolley 6 to reciprocate left and right. The translation track 7 is parallel to the length of the fixed frame 1. Along the length of the fixed frame 1, a power distribution box 4 is connected to the left end of the first frame 11 and the right end of the third frame 13. Some components of the transmission mechanism that drives the sorting trolley 6 along the translation track 7 are housed in the power distribution box 4.

[0048] Along the width direction of the fixed frame 1, the front side of the second frame 12 is provided with a feeding and packaging mechanism 2, and the rear side is provided with several second discharge chutes 32. After the sorting trolley 6 receives the sorted items from the feeding and packaging mechanism 2, if it needs to deliver the sorted items to the second discharge chutes 32 located on the rear side of the second frame 12, the sorting trolley 6 does not need to move a large distance to the left or right. It only needs to drive the conveyor belt to move backward to complete one delivery, thus helping to improve the sorting efficiency of the sorting system.

[0049] Along the width direction of the fixed frame 1, the front side of the first frame 11 is provided with multiple first discharge chutes 31, and the rear side is provided with multiple second discharge chutes 32. Simultaneously, the front side of the third frame 13 is provided with multiple first discharge chutes 31, and the rear side is provided with multiple second discharge chutes 32. After the sorting trolley 6 receives the sorted items from the feeding and packaging mechanism 2, if it needs to deliver the sorted items to the discharge chutes provided on the first frame 11 or the third frame 13, the sorting trolley 6 moves a certain distance to the left or right, aligns with the target discharge chute, and moves the drive conveyor belt forward or backward to complete one delivery.

[0050] Furthermore, each sorting trolley 6 is movably mounted on the translation track 7 via a transmission mechanism. The sorting system of this utility model has the following two embodiments:

[0051] In Embodiment 1 of the sorting system, each sorting trolley 6 is movably mounted on a translation track 7 via a first transmission mechanism. When the first transmission mechanism is in operation, the sorting trolley 6 can move along the length direction of the fixed frame 1 and can rise and fall along the height direction of the fixed frame 1. The first transmission mechanism includes a lifting frame, a first translation transmission unit connected to the lifting frame, and a lifting transmission unit for connecting the lifting frame and the sorting trolley. The first translation transmission unit is used to drive the lifting frame to move along the translation track 7, and the lifting transmission unit is used to drive the sorting trolley 6 to move up and down within the lifting frame.

[0052] Specifically, the first translation transmission unit includes a translation driving wheel, a translation driven wheel, and a translation transmission component disposed between the translation driving wheel and the translation wheel. The translation driving wheel is connected to a translation drive source and rotates under the drive of the translation drive source, driving the lifting frame connected to the translation transmission component to move along the translation track 7. The translation drive source is disposed in the distribution box 4, located at the end of the translation track 7.

[0053] The lifting frame is rectangular, with several translation wheels and translation limit wheels on its upper and lower sides, each connected to the translation track 7. These wheels move synchronously along the translation track 7 with the lifting frame. The lifting frame is connected to a translation transmission component. The lifting transmission unit includes two lifting drive wheels at the upper end of the lifting frame and two lifting driven wheels at the lower end. A lifting transmission component is located between the lifting drive wheels and driven wheels on the same side. The two lifting drive wheels are simultaneously mounted on a lifting synchronous shaft extending in the left-right direction. The right end of the lifting synchronous shaft is connected to a lifting drive source and rotates under its drive, causing the sorting trolley 6, positioned between the two lifting transmission components, to move vertically. The sorting trolley 6 can thus reach a designated position in the vertical direction.

[0054] The feeding and packaging mechanism 2 in Embodiment 1 includes a packaging platform 21, which includes two packaging rollers and a packaging conveyor belt disposed between the two packaging rollers. The packaging conveyor belt rotates continuously under the drive of a rotary drive source and can transport the sorted items to the direction of the lifting frame.

[0055] In the second embodiment of the sorting system, each sorting trolley 6 is movably mounted on the translation track 7 via a second transmission mechanism. The second translation transmission unit includes a translation drive wheel, a translation driven wheel, and a translation transmission component disposed between the translation drive wheel and the translation. The translation drive wheel is connected to the translation drive source and rotates under the drive of the translation drive source, driving the sorting trolley 6 connected to the translation transmission component to move along the translation track 7.

[0056] When the sorting system has a multi-layer structure, each set of tracks in the first frame 11, the second frame 12 and the third frame 13 includes multiple track units arranged parallel to each other in the vertical direction. The number of layers of the sorting mechanism is the same as the number of track units in each set of tracks. Each track unit includes one track or two tracks arranged parallel to each other in front and behind. Three tracks located at the same height and on the same horizontal line are spliced ​​together to form a translation track 7. That is, the sorting system has multiple sets of translation tracks 7 arranged parallel to each other in the vertical direction. Each set of translation tracks 7 includes one translation track 7 or two translation tracks 7 arranged parallel to each other in front and behind. Each sorting trolley 6 is movably mounted on a set of translation tracks 7 through a set of second transmission mechanisms. The translation drive source in each set of second translation transmission units is located in the power distribution box 4 at the end of its corresponding translation track 7.

[0057] The feeding and packaging mechanism 2 in Embodiment 2 includes a packaging platform 21 and a packaging lifting assembly 22 disposed between the packaging platform 21 and the second frame 12. The packaging lifting assembly 2 includes a fixedly disposed packaging lifting frame, a packaging trolley, and a packaging lifting transmission unit for connecting the packaging lifting frame and the packaging trolley. The structures of the packaging lifting frame, the packaging trolley, and the packaging lifting transmission unit are the same as those of the lifting frame, the sorting trolley 6, and the lifting transmission unit. Therefore, the packaging lifting assembly 2 can transport the sorted items input from the packaging platform 21 to the sorting trolleys 6 located at different heights.

[0058] The structural forms of the aforementioned translational drive source, lifting drive source, and rotary drive source are not limited and can be stepper motors or servo motors. The aforementioned translational driving wheel and translational driven wheel, lifting driving wheel and lifting driven wheel can be pulleys or sprockets, and the translational transmission components and lifting transmission components can be cables, ropes, belts or chains, or other transmission components that can convert the rotational motion of the wheels into translational motion.

[0059] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the sorting system of this utility model also includes a receiving mechanism 5 arranged on the outside of the fixed frame 1. The receiving mechanism 5 has a plurality of first receiving frames 51 corresponding to a plurality of first discharge chutes 31, and a plurality of second receiving frames 52 corresponding to a plurality of second discharge chutes 32.

[0060] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and substitutions can be made without departing from the technical principles of the present utility model, and these improvements and substitutions should also be considered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A high-efficiency sorting system, characterized in that, It includes a fixed frame (1) and a feeding and packaging mechanism (2) that are both fixedly installed, at least one sorting trolley (6) that is movably arranged in the fixed frame (1), and a dropping mechanism (3) installed on the fixed frame (1). The sorting trolley (6) is capable of reciprocating between the feeding and packaging mechanism (2) and the dropping mechanism (3). The material feeding mechanism (3) includes a plurality of first material feeding chutes (31) and a plurality of second material feeding chutes (32). Along the width direction of the fixed frame (1), the plurality of first material feeding chutes (31) and the feeding and packaging mechanism (2) are arranged on one side of the fixed frame (1), and the plurality of second material feeding chutes (32) are arranged on the other side of the fixed frame (1). Along the length of the fixed frame (1), the plurality of first material dropping grooves (31) are distributed on both sides of the feeding and packaging mechanism (2).

2. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 1, characterized in that, Along the length of the fixed frame (1), the feeding and packaging mechanism (2) is located at the middle position of the fixed frame (1).

3. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The fixed frame (1) includes a first frame (11), a second frame (12) and a third frame (13) that are detachably connected in sequence along their own length.

4. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 3, characterized in that, Each of the first frame (11), the second frame (12) and the third frame (13) is equipped with a set of tracks. The three sets of tracks are spliced ​​together in sequence to form a translation track (7). The sorting trolley (6) is movably set on the translation track (7).

5. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 4, characterized in that, Each sorting trolley (6) is movably mounted on the translation track (7) via a transmission mechanism.

6. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 5, characterized in that, Each transmission mechanism includes a lifting frame, a first translation transmission unit connected to the lifting frame, and a lifting transmission unit for connecting the lifting frame and the sorting trolley. The first translation transmission unit is used to drive the lifting frame to move along the translation track (7), and the lifting transmission unit is used to drive the sorting trolley (6) to move up and down in the lifting frame.

7. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 5, characterized in that, Each transmission mechanism includes a second translation transmission unit, which is used to drive the sorting trolley (6) to move along the translation track (7).

8. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 3, characterized in that, Along the length of the fixed frame (1), each end of the first frame (11) and the third frame (13) is connected to a distribution box (4).

9. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 3, characterized in that, Along the width direction of the fixed frame (1), the second frame (12) is provided with the feeding and packaging mechanism (2) on one side and with a plurality of second dropping chutes (32) on the other side.

10. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 3, characterized in that, Along the width direction of the fixed frame (1), the first frame (11) has a plurality of first material discharge grooves (31) on one side and a plurality of second material discharge grooves (32) on the other side. Meanwhile, the third frame (13) has a plurality of first material discharge grooves (31) on one side and a plurality of second material discharge grooves (32) on the other side.

11. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a receiving mechanism (5) arranged outside the fixed frame (1), the receiving mechanism (5) having a plurality of receiving frames corresponding one-to-one with the plurality of dropping chutes in the dropping mechanism (3).

12. The high-efficiency sorting system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding and packaging mechanism (2) includes a packaging platform (21) and / or a packaging lifting assembly (22).

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