A tailgate trim panel film attaching device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tail door trim's pasting film device, including bottom plate, the top of bottom plate is equipped with the support block group by a plurality of support blocks, the periphery of support block group is equipped with the block, is equipped with the film roll support on the bottom plate of support block group one side, is equipped with the film roll on the film roll support, is equipped with the compression roller structure on the bottom plate. The utility model can realize the two -way positioning of tail door trim and film roll, only one person can be even fast pasting film to tail door trim, and the operation is simple, has no displacement, upset, produces bubble and wrinkle etc. Problem in the pasting film process, also can not cause the influence to the assembly of tail door trim after pasting film, has improved work efficiency greatly, has saved the labor cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the automotive field, specifically relating to a film-applying device for automotive tailgate trim panels. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, in the automotive manufacturing and assembly process, to meet consumers' demands for refined vehicle appearance, tailgate trim panels often employ high-gloss surface treatment. This process gives the tailgate trim panel a delicate texture and a bright visual effect, making it a key component in enhancing the overall aesthetics and perceived quality of the vehicle's rear. However, due to limitations in post-production stages such as logistics, warehousing, assembly, and debugging, the tailgate trim panel surface is highly susceptible to stubborn dirt and grime from environmental dust and oil. It can also suffer scratches and dents during handling and stacking due to tool abrasions or component collisions. Even with initial cleaning and inspection before leaving the factory, it's difficult to completely eliminate potential risks in subsequent stages. Ultimately, this results in some trim panels delivering to customers with cosmetic defects. This not only affects consumers' purchasing experience and trust in vehicle quality but also potentially increases after-sales return and replacement costs for automakers and damages brand reputation. This has become a pressing technical problem to be solved in the current production and delivery of automotive exterior parts.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, manufacturers now add a film application process to the tailgate trim before it leaves the factory. This requires placing the tailgate trim on a table, then having one person stand on one side of the table holding the film roll while another person applies the protective film to the tailgate trim. However, this method of application has the following problems:

[0004] 1. The operation is relatively complicated. It requires alignment with the tailgate trim before applying the film and requires two people to work together. Therefore, it is very easy to cause bubbles and wrinkles due to improper operation during the application process.

[0005] 2. The tailgate trim panel is placed directly on the table, so there is no fixed structure to support and fix the tailgate trim panel. Therefore, the tailgate trim panel is very easy to shift or tip over, and may scratch when it comes into contact with the table.

[0006] 3. This type of manual film application is highly inefficient due to the varying skill levels and coordination of the two operators. The application time for a single tailgate trim panel is 3-5 minutes, resulting in low work efficiency.

[0007] 4. After applying the film, excess protective film around the edges can easily cover the clips and holes at the bottom of the tailgate trim panel, thus affecting the assembly of the tailgate trim panel. Utility Model Content

[0008] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the above-mentioned problems by providing a tailgate trim panel film application device. This film application device can achieve bidirectional positioning of the tailgate trim panel and the roll film. Only one person is needed to apply the film evenly and quickly to the tailgate trim panel. The operation is simple. There are no problems such as displacement, tipping, air bubbles and wrinkles during the film application process. The film application will not affect the assembly of the tailgate trim panel, which greatly improves work efficiency and saves labor costs.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a film-applying device for a tailgate trim panel, including a base plate. The top of the base plate is provided with a support block group consisting of multiple support blocks. The support block group is surrounded by baffles. A film roll bracket is provided on one side of the base plate of the support block group. A film roll is provided on the film roll bracket. A pressure roller structure is provided on the base plate.

[0010] As a further optimization, a damper is provided at the end of the membrane roll support, and a membrane roll is provided on the damper.

[0011] As a further optimization, the top surface of the support block assembly is a contoured surface that matches the bottom of the tailgate trim panel.

[0012] As a further optimization, the stop block is divided into a left stop block, a right stop block, a front stop block, and a rear stop block. The bottom of the left and right stop blocks is provided with a first adjusting rod, and the bottom plate has a first adjusting hole relative to the position of the left and right stop blocks. The left and right stop blocks can be adjusted by the first adjusting rod relative to the first adjusting hole. The front and rear stop blocks are arc-shaped plates with a curvature similar to that of the tailgate trim panel. The bottom of the arc-shaped plate is provided with multiple second adjusting rods, and the bottom plate has a second adjusting hole relative to the position of the second adjusting rods. The front and rear stop blocks can be adjusted by the second adjusting rod relative to the second adjusting hole.

[0013] As a further optimization, there is a 2-4mm gap between the left stop, right stop, front stop, and rear stop and the tailgate trim panel.

[0014] As a further optimization, the pressure roller structure includes a soft pressure roller and a bracket. The circumferential surface of the soft pressure roller is a contoured surface similar to the rear side of the tailgate trim panel. The soft pressure roller is rotatably connected to the bracket, and the bracket is detachably connected to the mounting hole in the base plate.

[0015] Advantages and beneficial effects of this utility model

[0016] 1. This utility model can achieve bidirectional positioning of the film roll and the tailgate trim panel through the film application device. During the film application process, the tailgate trim panel is fixed without displacement and the surface is rolled by a soft pressure roller. Therefore, it solves the problem of bubbles and wrinkles that are easy to occur during the film application process, and achieves a tight fit between the protective film and the surface of the tailgate trim panel.

[0017] 2. This utility model has multiple support blocks on the top of the base plate that are similar in shape to the bottom surface of the tailgate trim panel. The support block group composed of multiple support blocks can support and fix the tailgate trim panel, preventing the tailgate trim panel from tipping over and hitting the table and causing scratches. At the same time, it can ensure that the tailgate trim panel does not shift during the film application process.

[0018] 3. The film-applying device provided by this utility model can realize the consistency of fixing, film application and cutting operations, improve work efficiency, and achieve a film application time of less than 1 minute for a single tailgate trim panel, ensuring that the production line can operate continuously and stably, and fully adapting to the large-scale production needs of car companies that produce thousands of trim panels per day.

[0019] 4. This utility model has adjustable stops around the support block assembly. There is a certain gap between the four adjustable stops and the tailgate trim panel. Through this gap, on the one hand, it is convenient to put in and take out the tailgate trim panel. On the other hand, it is convenient to place a utility knife in this gap to cut off the excess protective film around the edges after application, preventing the excess protective film from covering the claws and holes at the bottom of the tailgate trim panel. Therefore, it solves the problem of the influence of excess protective film on the assembly of the tailgate trim panel after application.

[0020] 5. The support block assembly and pressure roller structure in this utility model can be replaced according to different types of tailgate trim panels. The left and right blocks can be adjusted in four directions (left, right, high, and low) according to different sizes of tailgate trim panels. The front and rear blocks can be adjusted in four directions (front, rear, high, and low) according to different sizes of tailgate trim panels. Therefore, the film application device has stronger adaptability and can ensure the film application quality of different types of tailgate trim panels. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure from another angle provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of removing the left stop block and the rear stop block according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a partially enlarged view of the left stop block mounted on the base plate according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a front view of the film-applying device with the product installed provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a rear view of the film-applying device with the product installed, provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0028] Reference numerals in the attached drawings: base plate 1, first adjusting hole 11, second adjusting hole 12, mounting hole 13, support block 2, support block group 3, stop block 4, left stop block 41, first adjusting rod 411, right stop block 42, front stop block 43, rear stop block 44, second adjusting rod 441, membrane roll support 5, membrane roll 6, pressure roller structure 7, soft pressure roller 71, support 72, damper 8, tailgate trim panel 9, claw 91 and locking hole 92. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this utility model are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments described herein can be implemented in a sequence other than that illustrated or described herein.

[0030] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are 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.

[0031] like Figures 1-6 As shown, a tailgate trim panel film application device includes a base plate 1. The top of the base plate 1 is provided with a support block assembly 3 composed of multiple support blocks 2. The top surface of the support block assembly 3 is a contoured surface that matches the bottom of the tailgate trim panel 9, serving to support and fix the tailgate trim panel 9, preventing displacement or tipping during film application. The support block assembly 3 is detachably connected to the base plate 1, allowing for replacement of the support block assembly 3 according to different types of tailgate trim panels 9. Adjustable stops 4 are provided around the support block assembly 3. The stops 4 are divided into a left stop 41, a right stop 42, a front stop 43, and a rear stop 44. The bottom of the left stop 41 and the right stop 42 are each provided with a first adjusting rod 411. The base plate 1 has an elongated oval first adjusting hole 11 at a position relative to the left stop 41 and the right stop 42 (see [reference]). Figure 3 and Figure 4The left and right stops 41 and 42 are fixed by inserting the first adjusting rod 411 into the first adjusting hole 11 and locking it with bolts. Therefore, they can be adjusted in four directions (left, right, up, and down) relative to the first adjusting hole 11. The front and rear stops 43 and 44 are arc-shaped plates with a similar curvature to the tailgate trim panel 9. Multiple second adjusting rods 441 are provided at the bottom of the arc-shaped plates. The base plate 1 has elongated oval second adjusting holes 12 relative to the second adjusting rods 441. The front and rear stops 43 and 44 are fixed by inserting the second adjusting rods 441 into the second adjusting holes 12 and locking them with bolts. Therefore, they can be adjusted in four directions (front, back, up, and down) relative to the second adjusting holes 12. By replacing the support block group 3 and adjusting the positions of the four stops 4, different types of tailgate trim panels 9 can be adapted, ensuring the film quality of different types of tailgate trim panels 9.

[0032] A film roll bracket 5 is provided on the base plate 1 on the left side of the support block assembly 3. A damper 8 is provided at the upper end of the film roll bracket 5, and a film roll 6 is provided on the damper 8. The damper 8 can make the speed of the film roll 6 more uniform when rotating. The height of the film roll 6 needs to be higher than the height of the highest point of the tailgate trim panel 9 after it is installed on the support block assembly 3, so as to facilitate quick and even film application. A pressure roller structure 7 is provided on the right side of the base plate 1. The pressure roller structure 7 includes a soft pressure roller 71 and a bracket 72. The circumferential surface of the soft pressure roller 71 is a contoured surface similar to the rear side of the tailgate trim panel. The soft pressure roller 71 is rotatably connected to the bracket 72, and the bracket 72 is detachably connected to the mounting hole 13 in the base plate 1. When applying the film, the operator holds the bracket 72 and rolls the soft pressure roller 71 on the protective film to smooth the protective film and remove air from the protective film, avoiding bubbles and wrinkles, and achieving a tight fit between the protective film and the surface of the tailgate trim panel 9.

[0033] As a further optimization, the gaps between the left stop 41, right stop 42, front stop 43, and rear stop 44 and the tailgate trim panel 9 are 2-4mm. This gap facilitates the insertion and removal of the tailgate trim panel 9, and also allows a utility knife to be placed within the gap to cut off any excess protective film around the edges after application. This prevents excess protective film from covering the clips 91 and holes 92 at the bottom of the tailgate trim panel, thus resolving the impact of excess protective film on the tailgate trim panel assembly.

[0034] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present utility model, and are not intended to limit them. Although the present 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 or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A film-applying device for a tailgate trim panel, characterized in that: Includes a base plate (1), the top of the base plate (1) is provided with a support block group (3) composed of multiple support blocks (2), the support block group (3) is provided with a stop block (4) around its perimeter, a film roll support (5) is provided on the base plate (1) on one side of the support block group (3), a film roll (6) is provided on the film roll support (5), and a pressure roller structure (7) is provided on the base plate (1).

2. The tailgate trim panel film application device according to claim 1, characterized in that... The membrane roll support (5) is provided with a damper (8) at its end, and the membrane roll (6) is provided on the damper (8).

3. The tailgate trim panel film application device according to claim 1, characterized in that... The top surface of the support block assembly (3) is a contoured surface that matches the bottom of the tailgate trim panel (9).

4. The tailgate trim panel film application device according to claim 1, characterized in that... The stop block (4) is divided into a left stop block (41), a right stop block (42), a front stop block (43) and a rear stop block (44). The bottom of the left stop block (41) and the right stop block (42) are provided with a first adjusting rod (411). The bottom plate (1) is provided with a first adjusting hole (11) at the position relative to the left stop block (41) and the right stop block (42). The left stop block (41) and the right stop block (42) can be adjusted by the first adjusting rod (411) relative to the first adjusting hole (11). The front stop block (43) and the rear stop block (44) are arc-shaped plates with a similar curvature to the tailgate trim panel. The bottom of the arc-shaped plate is provided with multiple second adjusting rods (441). The bottom plate (1) is provided with a second adjusting hole (12) at the position relative to the second adjusting rods (441). The front stop block (43) and the rear stop block (44) can be adjusted by the second adjusting rods (441) relative to the second adjusting hole (12).

5. The tailgate trim panel film application device according to claim 4, characterized in that... There is a 2-4mm gap between the left stop (41), right stop (42), front stop (43) and rear stop (44) and the tailgate trim panel (9).

6. The tailgate trim panel film application device according to claim 1, characterized in that... The pressure roller structure (7) includes a soft pressure roller (71) and a bracket (72). The circumferential surface of the soft pressure roller (71) is a contoured surface similar to the rear side of the tailgate trim panel. The soft pressure roller (71) is rotatably connected to the bracket (72). The bracket (72) is detachably connected to the mounting hole (13) of the base plate (1).

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