A spice bag opening device

Abstract

The application provides a seasoning bag opening device, which comprises a conveying belt, a transfer mechanism arranged at one end of the top of the conveying belt, the transfer mechanism being used to move the seasoning bag conveyed on the conveying belt out of the conveying belt along the conveying direction of the conveying belt, a cutting knife fixed in the middle of a horizontal rod, the two ends of the horizontal rod being fixed to the two sides of the conveying belt through connecting plates, the cutting edge of the cutting knife being arranged towards the conveying belt, and the top of the cutting knife being protruded from the top of the conveying belt, and a receiving frame arranged below the conveying belt, one end of the receiving frame extending out of one end of the conveying belt. The device can automatically transfer and open the bagged seasoning conveyed on the conveying belt, and receive the seasoning falling out of the bagged seasoning.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of seasoning bag opening technology, and is particularly related to a seasoning bag opening device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, in the production of pre-cooked meals, large bags of seasonings need to be manually opened and poured into containers. Then, a dispensing device is used to portion the seasonings into smaller inner bags, and finally, the inner bags containing the seasonings and the pre-cooked ingredients are placed into an outer bag. The current method of opening the bags is usually done manually using knives, which has a low level of automation and is labor-intensive, thus requiring improvement. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned deficiencies in the prior art, this application provides a condiment bag-opening device that can automatically transfer and open bagged condiments conveyed on a conveyor belt, and receive condiments that fall out of the bagged condiments.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention employs the following technology: A seasoning bag opening device, comprising: The conveyor belt has a transfer mechanism at one of its top ends. The transfer mechanism is used to move the seasoning package being conveyed on the conveyor belt out of the conveyor belt along the conveying direction. The cutting blade is fixed in the middle of a crossbar, and the two ends of the crossbar are fixed to the two sides of the conveyor belt through connecting plates. The blade of the cutting blade faces the conveyor belt, and the top of the cutting blade protrudes from the top of the conveyor belt. The receiving frame is located below the conveyor belt, with one end of the receiving frame extending beyond one end of the conveyor belt.

[0005] Furthermore, the transfer mechanism includes a screw, a motor, and a pair of strip-shaped suction cups. The strip-shaped suction cups are spaced apart above the conveyor belt, with their length direction parallel to the conveyor belt's conveying direction. Each strip-shaped suction cup has a vertical plate connected to its top. The screw has two symmetrically arranged threaded sections with opposite directions of rotation. The two vertical plates are threadedly connected to the two threaded sections respectively. A guide rod is also inserted through the vertical plate, positioned between a pair of fixed blocks. The screw is rotatably connected between the pair of fixed blocks. The motor's output shaft is connected to one end of the screw. The pair of fixed blocks are connected to a lifting mechanism, which is connected to a pushing mechanism. The pushing mechanism is used to drive the lifting mechanism and the fixed blocks to move along the conveyor belt's conveying direction.

[0006] Furthermore, the lifting mechanism includes a pair of support plates and a pair of vertical cylinders that lift synchronously. The pair of support plates are respectively located on both sides of the conveyor belt, and the pair of vertical cylinders are fixed to the outside of the pair of support plates. The telescopic ends of the vertical cylinders are connected to the outside of the pair of fixed blocks through two connecting blocks.

[0007] Furthermore, a pair of support rods are provided at the bottom of the receiving frame, with the length of the support rods parallel to the conveyor belt's conveying direction, and a pair of universal wheels are provided at the bottom of each support rod.

[0008] Furthermore, the pushing mechanism is a transverse cylinder, with a push rod vertically connected between a pair of support rods. One side of the push rod is vertically connected to the telescopic end of the transverse cylinder, and the fixed end of the transverse cylinder is connected to a fixed seat. A pair of support plates are respectively connected to the outside of a pair of support rods through two L-shaped connecting rods.

[0009] Furthermore, each of the pair of support plates has a guide post vertically positioned at its top, and a pair of fixing blocks are slidably connected to the guide post on the same side in the vertical direction.

[0010] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. This device can automatically transfer and unpack bagged seasonings conveyed on the conveyor belt, and receive seasonings that fall out of the bagged seasonings; 2. When the seasoning packet is completely detached from the conveyor belt, the motor can be controlled to drive the screw to rotate, causing a pair of fixed blocks to move inward, which in turn causes the strip suction cup to bring the two ends of the seasoning packet together, thereby bending the bottom of the seasoning packet and making it easier to pour out the seasonings. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the overall structure of the device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0012] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of section A in the middle.

[0013] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the overall structure of the device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0014] Reference numerals: Conveyor belt-1, Transfer mechanism-2, Receiving frame-3, Cutting blade-4, Horizontal cylinder-5, Strip suction cup-201, Lifting mechanism-202, Vertical plate-203, Screw-204, Guide rod-205, Fixing block-206, Motor-207, Support rod-301, L-shaped connecting rod-302, Horizontal bar-401, Connecting plate-402, Push rod-501, Fixing seat-502, Support plate-2021, Vertical cylinder-2022, Connecting block-2023, Guide column-2024, Threaded section-2041, Caster wheel-3011. Detailed Implementation

[0015] To make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the present utility model clearer, the implementation methods of the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the embodiments described in the present utility model are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0016] This application provides a seasoning bag opening device, such as... Figures 1-3 As shown, it includes a conveyor belt 1, a cutting blade 4, a receiving frame 3, etc.

[0017] Specifically, a transfer mechanism 2 is provided at one end of the top of the conveyor belt 1. The transfer mechanism 2 is used to move the seasoning package conveyed on the conveyor belt 1 out of the conveyor belt 1 along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt 1. The cutting blade 4 is fixed in the middle of a crossbar 401. The two ends of the crossbar 401 are fixed to the two sides of the conveyor belt 1 through connecting plates 402. The cutting edge of the cutting blade 4 is set facing the conveyor belt 1, and the top of the cutting blade 4 protrudes from the top of the conveyor belt 1. The receiving frame 3 is provided below the conveyor belt 1. One end of the receiving frame 3 extends out of one end of the conveyor belt 1 and is used to receive the seasoning that falls out of the seasoning package cut by the cutting blade 4 under the action of the transfer mechanism 2.

[0018] In actual use, the seasoning packet is placed on the conveyor belt 1 for conveying. When the seasoning packet at the front end is conveyed to one end of the conveyor belt 1, the transfer mechanism 2 is controlled to move the seasoning packet along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt 1 toward the cutter 4. Specifically, the transfer mechanism can be a robotic arm with suction cups. The seasoning packet is transferred by adsorbing it with the suction cups. Because the top of the cutter 4 is higher than the top of the conveyor belt 1, it can cut the bottom of the seasoning packet, allowing the seasoning to fall into the receiving frame 3. Subsequently, the seasoning in the receiving frame 3 can be sucked into the quantitative dispensing device by the negative pressure adsorption device for subsequent bagging.

[0019] Preferably, the transfer mechanism 2 includes a screw 204, a motor 207, and a pair of strip-shaped suction cups 201. The strip-shaped suction cups 201 are spaced apart above the conveyor belt 1, with their adsorption parts located at the bottom. The length direction of the strip-shaped suction cups 201 is parallel to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt 1. Vertical plates 203 are connected to the top of each strip-shaped suction cup 201. The screw 204 has two symmetrically arranged threaded sections 2041 with opposite rotation directions. The two vertical plates 203 are respectively connected to the two threaded sections 2041. The vertical plate 203 is threaded and a guide rod 205 is also provided. The guide rod 205 is located between a pair of fixed blocks 206. The screw 204 is rotatably connected between the pair of fixed blocks 206. The output shaft of the motor 207 is connected to one end of the screw 204. The motor 207 is fixed on one of the fixed blocks 206. The pair of fixed blocks 206 are connected to a lifting mechanism 202. The lifting mechanism 202 is connected to a pushing mechanism. The pushing mechanism is used to drive the lifting mechanism 202 and the fixed blocks 206 to move along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt 1. When transferring the seasoning packets, first control the lifting mechanism 202 to move the fixed block 206 upward, so that the strip suction cup 201 is above the seasoning packets conveyed by the conveyor belt 1. Then control the motor 207 to drive the screw 204 to rotate, so that the two strip suction cups 201 are at the top ends of the corresponding seasoning packets. Next, control the lifting mechanism 202 to move the fixed block 206 downward, so that the suction part at the bottom of the strip suction cup 201 abuts against the top ends of the seasoning packets. Then control the pushing mechanism to push the lifting mechanism 202 and the fixed block 206 to move along the discharge end of the conveyor belt 1. During this process, the bottom of the suctioned seasoning packets will be cut by the cutting blade 4. When the seasoning packets are completely detached from the conveyor belt 1, control the motor 207 to drive the screw 204 to rotate, so that the pair of fixed blocks 206 move inward, so that the strip suction cup 201 brings the two ends of the seasoning packets together, thereby bending the bottom of the seasoning packets, which makes it easier to pour out the seasonings in the seasoning packets. Finally, control one of the strip suction cups 201 to release its grip on the seasoning packet, then control the screw 204 to move the fixing block 206 outwards, so that the seasoning packet, driven by the other strip suction cup 201, reaches the outside of the receiving frame 3. Then, release the grip on the seasoning packet to complete its lowering. This structure can replace a robotic arm to transfer the seasoning packet, reducing equipment costs. Furthermore, this structure allows the bottom of the seasoning packet to bend, making it easier to pour out the seasoning.

[0020] Specifically, the lifting mechanism 202 includes a pair of support plates 2021 and a pair of synchronously lifting vertical cylinders 2022. The pair of support plates 2021 are respectively located on both sides of the conveyor belt 1, and the pair of vertical cylinders 2022 are fixed to the outside of the pair of support plates 2021. The telescopic ends of the vertical cylinders 2022 are connected to the outside of a pair of fixed blocks 206 through two connecting blocks 2023. When the telescopic ends of the vertical cylinders 2022 protrude, they drive the pair of fixed blocks 206 to move upward synchronously. More specifically, each of the tops of the pair of support plates 2021 is vertically provided with a guide post 2024, and the pair of fixed blocks 206 are respectively slidably connected to the guide post 2024 on the same side in the vertical direction, which can improve the stability of the vertical movement of the fixed blocks 206.

[0021] Specifically, the receiving frame 3 has a pair of support rods 301 at its bottom. The length of the support rods 301 is parallel to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt 1. Each support rod 301 has a pair of casters 3011 at its bottom for easy transfer of the receiving frame 3. More specifically, the pushing mechanism is a transverse cylinder 5. A push rod 501 is vertically connected between the pair of support rods 301. One side of the push rod 501 is vertically connected to the telescopic end of the transverse cylinder 5. The fixed end of the transverse cylinder 5 is connected to a fixed seat 502. A pair of support plates 2021 are connected to the outside of the pair of support rods 301 through two L-shaped connecting rods 302. With this configuration, when the fixed block 206 and the lifting mechanism 202 are pushed out of the conveyor belt 1, the receiving frame 3 is also pushed out simultaneously, facilitating the transfer of the seasoning received in the receiving frame 3.

[0022] The above are only some of the embodiments listed in this application and are not intended to limit this application.

Claims

1. A seasoning bag opening device, characterized in that, include: The conveyor belt (1) has a transfer mechanism (2) at one end of its top. The transfer mechanism (2) is used to move the seasoning package conveyed on the conveyor belt (1) out of the conveyor belt (1) along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt (1). The cutting blade (4) is fixed in the middle of a crossbar (401). The two ends of the crossbar (401) are fixed to the two sides of the conveyor belt (1) through connecting plates (402). The blade of the cutting blade (4) is set facing the conveyor belt (1), and the top of the cutting blade (4) protrudes from the top of the conveyor belt (1). The receiving frame (3) is located below the conveyor belt (1), with one end of the receiving frame (3) extending beyond one end of the conveyor belt (1).

2. The seasoning bag opening device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transfer mechanism (2) includes a screw (204), a motor (207), and a pair of strip suction cups (201). The strip suction cups (201) are spaced apart above the conveyor belt (1). The length direction of the strip suction cups (201) is parallel to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt (1). Each strip suction cup (201) has a vertical plate (203) connected to its top. The screw (204) has two symmetrically arranged threaded sections (2041) with opposite directions of rotation. The two vertical plates (203) are threadedly connected to the two threaded sections (2041) respectively. 03) A guide rod (205) is also provided on it. The guide rod (205) is located between a pair of fixed blocks (206). The screw (204) is rotatably connected between a pair of fixed blocks (206). The output shaft of the motor (207) is connected to one end of the screw (204). The pair of fixed blocks (206) are connected to a lifting mechanism (202). The lifting mechanism (202) is connected to a pushing mechanism. The pushing mechanism is used to drive the lifting mechanism (202) and the fixed blocks (206) to move along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt (1).

3. A seasoning bag opening device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lifting mechanism (202) includes a pair of support plates (2021) and a pair of vertical cylinders (2022) that lift synchronously. The pair of support plates (2021) are respectively located on both sides of the conveyor belt (1), and the pair of vertical cylinders (2022) are fixed to the outside of the pair of support plates (2021). The telescopic end of the vertical cylinder (2022) is connected to the outside of a pair of fixed blocks (206) through two connecting blocks (2023).

4. A seasoning bag opening device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the receiving frame (3) is provided with a pair of support rods (301). The length direction of the support rods (301) is parallel to the conveying direction of the conveyor belt (1). The bottom of each support rod (301) is provided with a pair of universal wheels (3011).

5. A seasoning bag opening device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The pushing mechanism is a horizontal cylinder (5), and a push rod (501) is vertically connected between a pair of support rods (301). One side of the push rod (501) is vertically connected to the telescopic end of the horizontal cylinder (5). The fixed end of the horizontal cylinder (5) is connected to a fixed seat (502). A pair of support plates (2021) are respectively connected to the outside of a pair of support rods (301) through two L-shaped connecting rods (302).

6. A seasoning bag opening device according to claim 3, characterized in that, A pair of support plates (2021) are each vertically provided with guide posts (2024) at the top, and a pair of fixing blocks (206) are slidably connected to the guide posts (2024) on the same side in the vertical direction.

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