Carton turnover conveyor

Abstract

The utility model belongs to tobacco turnover mechanical technical field discloses a cigarette turnover conveying device. Cigarette turnover conveying device includes upper conveying track, C-shaped housing and roller group, and the cigarette is placed in upper conveying track even interval spacing, and the turnover passageway is seted up in C-shaped housing, and C-shaped housing is connected with upper conveying track, and upper conveying track can convey cigarette to the entrance of turnover passageway, and roller group is rotatably connected in C-shaped housing, and part roller group is contained in turnover passageway, and cigarette can slide to the outlet of turnover passageway on roller group. The cigarette turnover conveying device provided by the utility model converts the sliding friction of cigarette and turnover passageway into rolling friction through the rolling support of roller group, reduces the movement resistance of cigarette, makes cigarette more smoothly slide along the channel arc, reduces the risk of cigarette jam, solves the problem of friction resistance and movement stability, and can adapt to the demand of high-speed production, improves the production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tobacco turning machinery technology, and in particular to a cigarette turning and conveying device. Background Technology

[0002] In the process of packaging cigarette cartons, a carton sealing machine is usually matched with both a high-speed packaging machine and a medium-speed packaging machine. However, the existing high-speed and medium-speed packaging machines have opposite cigarette carton outlet conveying directions, which means that the carton sealing machine needs to be distinguished between the high-speed and medium-speed carton sealing machines due to the QR code scanning direction. This prevents them from being used interchangeably, resulting in poor sealing efficiency.

[0003] Related technologies typically design sickle-shaped cigarette carton flippers, which have a flipping channel that matches the cigarette carton. The height difference between the cigarette packaging machine and the inspection machine is used to automatically flip the cigarette carton. However, during the flipping process, the cigarette cartons do not have a uniform posture, which causes interference between the cigarette cartons and the flipping channel. This results in resistance during the flipping process, which can lead to jamming and even damage to the surface of the cigarette cartons. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cigarette pack turning and conveying device. It can reduce the resistance to cigarette movement, decrease the risk of cigarette pack jamming, solve the problems of frictional resistance and movement stability, and is adaptable to high-speed production needs, thereby improving production efficiency.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A cigarette pack turning and conveying device includes:

[0007] An upper conveying track, on which cigarettes are placed at even intervals;

[0008] The C-shaped outer shell has a flipping channel inside, and the C-shaped outer shell is connected to the upper conveying track, which can convey the cigarette pack to the entrance of the flipping channel;

[0009] A roller assembly is rotatably connected to the C-shaped housing, and a portion of the roller assembly is housed within the flipping channel, allowing the cigarette pack to slide on the roller assembly to the outlet of the flipping channel.

[0010] Preferably, the roller assembly includes multiple rollers, which are spaced apart along the arc direction of the C-shaped housing.

[0011] Preferably, the cigarette pack turning and conveying device further includes:

[0012] A stop plate assembly is disposed on the C-shaped housing and located at the outlet of the flip channel. The output end of the stop plate assembly is rotatable to close part of the outlet of the flip channel.

[0013] Preferably, the stop plate assembly includes:

[0014] A stop bracket, which is fixedly connected to the C-shaped outer shell;

[0015] A driving component, wherein the driving component is disposed on the stop bracket;

[0016] A stop plate is connected to the output end of the drive component, and the drive component can drive the stop plate to rotate.

[0017] Preferably, the stop plate assembly is provided in two sets, which are arranged at intervals along the conveying direction perpendicular to the cigarette pack, and the output ends of the two sets of stop plate assemblies rotate synchronously.

[0018] Preferably, the cigarette pack turning and conveying device further includes:

[0019] A lower conveyor track is connected to the C-shaped outer shell, and the cigarette pack can be conveyed from the outlet of the flipping channel to the lower conveyor track.

[0020] Preferably, the C-shaped outer shell is located above the lower conveying track, and the projection of the C-shaped outer shell on the lower conveying track coincides with a portion of the enclosed area of ​​the lower conveying track.

[0021] Preferably, the cigarette pack turning and conveying device further includes:

[0022] A buffer is disposed on the inner wall of the flipping channel and along the direction of movement of the cigarette pack within the flipping channel. The buffer is located upstream of the roller assembly and along the conveying direction of the cigarette pack on the upper conveying track. The buffer is located on the inner wall of the flipping channel away from the upper conveying track.

[0023] Preferably, the cushioning element is a sponge.

[0024] Preferably, the inner wall of the flipping channel is coated with a lubricating coating.

[0025] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0026] This utility model discloses a cigarette reversing and conveying device, including an upper conveying track, a C-shaped outer shell, and a roller assembly. Cigarettes are evenly spaced on the upper conveying track. A reversing channel is opened inside the C-shaped outer shell. The C-shaped outer shell is connected to the upper conveying track. The upper conveying track can convey cigarettes to the entrance of the reversing channel. The roller assembly is rotatably connected to the C-shaped outer shell, and part of the roller assembly is housed in the reversing channel. Cigarettes can slide on the roller assembly to the exit of the reversing channel.

[0027] The cigarette packs are arranged at predetermined intervals on the upper conveyor track and conveyed forward along the feeding track. When the cigarette packs reach the C-shaped outer shell, they enter the turning channel due to their own inertia. Supported by the rolling roller assembly, the cigarette packs slide along the C-shaped turning channel, gradually turning over due to the curvature constraint of the turning channel. The turned cigarette packs are then discharged from the outlet of the turning channel. The rolling support of the roller assembly converts the sliding friction between the cigarette packs and the turning channel into rolling friction, reducing the resistance to movement and allowing the cigarette packs to slide more smoothly along the curvature of the channel. This reduces the risk of jamming, solves the problems of friction resistance and movement stability, and adapts to the needs of high-speed production, improving production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a first isometric view of the cigarette overturning and conveying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the cigarette overturning and conveying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a second isometric view of the cigarette overturning and conveying device provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0031] In the picture:

[0032] 1. Upper conveyor track;

[0033] 2. C-shaped outer shell; 21. Flip-over channel;

[0034] 3. Roller assembly; 31. Roller;

[0035] 4. Stop plate assembly; 41. Stop plate;

[0036] 5. Lower conveyor track; 6. Buffer component. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar parts or parts having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between 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.

[0039] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0040] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0041] This embodiment provides a cigarette pack turning and conveying device, such as... Figures 1-3 As shown, it includes an upper conveying track 1, a C-shaped outer shell 2, and a roller assembly 3. Cigarettes are evenly spaced on the upper conveying track 1. A flipping channel 21 is opened inside the C-shaped outer shell 2. The C-shaped outer shell 2 is connected to the upper conveying track 1. The upper conveying track 1 can convey cigarettes to the inlet of the flipping channel 21. The roller assembly 3 is rotatably connected to the C-shaped outer shell 2, and part of the roller assembly 3 is housed in the flipping channel 21. The cigarettes can slide on the roller assembly 3 to the outlet of the flipping channel 21.

[0042] The cigarette packs are arranged at predetermined intervals on the upper conveyor track 1 and are conveyed forward along the track. When the cigarette packs reach the C-shaped outer shell 2, they enter the flipping channel 21 due to their own inertia. Under the rolling support of the roller assembly 3, the cigarette packs slide along the C-shaped flipping channel 21. At the same time, due to the curvature constraint of the flipping channel 21, they gradually complete the flipping process. The flipped cigarette packs are then discharged from the outlet of the flipping channel 21. Through the rolling support of the roller assembly 3, the sliding friction between the cigarette packs and the flipping channel 21 is converted into rolling friction, reducing the resistance to movement of the cigarette packs. This allows the cigarette packs to slide more smoothly along the curvature of the channel, reducing the risk of jamming. This solves the problems of friction resistance and movement stability, and can adapt to the needs of high-speed production, thus improving production efficiency.

[0043] Specifically, the inner wall of the flipping channel 21 is coated with a lubricating coating. The lubricating coating can reduce the friction of the cigarettes in the flipping channel 21, making the movement of the cigarettes smoother. The lubricating coating can also protect the cigarettes and the flipping channel 21, reducing the wear of the inner wall of the flipping channel 21 during the movement of the cigarettes, and at the same time protecting the inner wall of the flipping channel 21 itself from being scratched or damaged.

[0044] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the upper conveyor track 1 is a roller conveyor track. In other embodiments, the upper conveyor track 1 is a mesh belt conveyor track, or a belt conveyor track, etc. No limitation is made here.

[0045] Optionally, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the roller assembly 3 includes multiple rollers 31, which are spaced apart along the arc direction of the C-shaped outer shell 2. The multiple rollers 31, which are adapted to the arc contour of the C-shaped outer shell 2, are spaced apart along the arc direction of the C-shaped outer shell 2. At the same time, the rolling characteristics of the rollers 31 are used to reduce friction, thereby improving the running efficiency or stability of the cigarette pack in the flipping channel 21.

[0046] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the roller assembly 3 includes two rollers 31. In other embodiments, the roller assembly 3 includes three rollers 31 or four rollers 31, etc. No limitation is made here.

[0047] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the roller 31 is made of aluminum alloy. In other embodiments, the roller 31 may be made of ceramic or stainless steel, etc. No limitations are imposed here.

[0048] Optionally, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the cigarette pack turning and conveying device also includes a stop plate assembly 4. The stop plate assembly 4 is disposed in the C-shaped housing 2 and located at the outlet of the turning channel 21. The output end of the stop plate assembly 4 can rotate to close part of the outlet of the turning channel 21. By rotating the output end of the stop plate assembly 4, the opening degree of the outlet of the turning channel 21 can be adjusted, thereby controlling the amount of cigarette packs conveyed from the outlet of the turning channel 21 and preventing cigarette packs from accumulating at the outlet or the conveying from becoming discontinuous.

[0049] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, the stop plate assembly 4 includes a stop bracket (not shown), a drive component (not shown), and a stop plate 41. The stop bracket is fixedly connected to the C-shaped housing 2. The drive component is disposed on the stop bracket, and the stop plate 41 is connected to the output end of the drive component. The drive component can drive the stop plate 41 to rotate. When it is necessary to close the outlet of the flipping channel 21, the drive component is activated, driving the stop plate 41 to rotate, thereby closing part of the outlet of the flipping channel 21. The power output of the drive component causes the stop plate 41 to rotate around its axis, precisely blocking or allowing the cigarette packs in the flipping channel 21 to pass through, thereby controlling the quantity of cigarette packs conveyed at the outlet of the flipping channel 21. It should be noted that in this embodiment, the drive component is a rotary motor, and the output shaft of the rotary motor and the stop plate 41 are connected by a coupling. In other embodiments, the drive component is a linear motor, and the output shaft of the rotary motor and the stop plate 41 are connected by a gear and rack, or the drive component is a rotary motor, and the output shaft of the rotary motor and the stop plate 41 are connected by a linkage structure, etc. No limitation is made here.

[0050] Specifically, in this embodiment, the edges of the opposite sides of the two stop plates 41 are rounded to avoid scratching or jamming the surface of the cigarette pack.

[0051] Optionally, two sets of stop plate groups 4 are provided, arranged at intervals along the conveying direction perpendicular to the cigarette pack, and the output ends of the two sets of stop plate groups 4 rotate synchronously. This ensures consistency in the action time and speed of the two sets of stop plate groups 4, thereby achieving stable stopping or conveying of the cigarette pack and avoiding the cigarette pack being skewed or stuck when passing through the output end of the stop plate group 4 due to asynchronous action of the output ends of the two sets of stop plate groups 4.

[0052] Optionally, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the cigarette pack turning and conveying device also includes a lower conveying track 5, which is connected to the C-shaped housing 2. The cigarette packs can be conveyed from the outlet of the turning channel 21 to the lower conveying track 5. The cigarette packs that have been turned over by the turning channel 21 can be conveyed from the outlet of the turning channel 21 to the lower conveying track 5, and then conveyed to the downstream process by the lower conveying track 5, ensuring the continuity and smoothness of the cigarette pack conveying.

[0053] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, in this embodiment, the lower conveyor track 5 is a belt conveyor track. In other embodiments, the lower conveyor track 5 is a mesh belt conveyor track, or a roller conveyor track, etc. No limitation is made here.

[0054] Specifically, such as Figures 1-3As shown, the C-shaped outer shell 2 is located above the lower conveying track 5, and the projection of the C-shaped outer shell 2 onto the lower conveying track 5 coincides with a portion of the enclosed area of ​​the lower conveying track 5. Because the projection of the C-shaped outer shell 2 onto the lower conveying track 5 coincides with a portion of the enclosed area of ​​the lower conveying track 5, the cigarette packs output from the outlet of the flipping channel 21 can fall more accurately onto the lower conveying track 5, avoiding cigarette pack offset or jamming caused by poor connection between the outlet of the flipping channel 21 and the lower conveying track 5, thereby further ensuring the continuity and stability of cigarette pack transportation.

[0055] Optionally, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the cigarette pack turning and conveying device also includes a buffer 6. The buffer 6 is disposed on the inner wall of the turning channel 21, and along the direction of movement of the cigarette packs in the turning channel 21, the buffer 6 is located upstream of the roller assembly 3, and along the conveying direction of the cigarette packs on the upper conveying track 1, the buffer 6 is located on the inner wall of the turning channel 21 away from the upper conveying track 1. Since the cigarette packs have a certain speed due to inertia when they are conveyed from the upper conveying track 1 to the entrance of the turning channel 21, the buffer 6 plays a role in decelerating and buffering, preventing the cigarette packs from directly impacting the inner wall of the turning channel 21 at a high speed, thereby reducing damage to the cigarette packs, avoiding quality defects such as wrinkles in the cigarette packs within the turning channel 21, and ensuring the appearance integrity of the cigarette packs.

[0056] Specifically, in this embodiment, the buffer 6 is a sponge. In other embodiments, the buffer 6 is silicone, or the buffer 6 is rubber, etc. No limitation is made here.

[0057] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A cigarette pack turning and conveying device, characterized in that, include: Upper conveying track (1), on which cigarettes are placed at even intervals; C-shaped outer shell (2), the C-shaped outer shell (2) has a flipping channel (21) inside, the C-shaped outer shell (2) is connected to the upper conveying track (1), the upper conveying track (1) can convey the cigarette to the entrance of the flipping channel (21); The roller assembly (3) is rotatably connected to the C-shaped outer shell (2), and part of the roller assembly (3) is housed in the flipping channel (21), and the cigarette can slide on the roller assembly (3) to the outlet of the flipping channel (21).

2. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The roller assembly (3) includes multiple rollers (31), which are spaced apart along the arc direction of the C-shaped outer shell (2).

3. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cigarette pack turning and conveying device also includes: Stop plate assembly (4), the stop plate assembly (4) is disposed on the C-shaped housing (2) and located at the outlet of the flip channel (21), the output end of the stop plate assembly (4) is rotatable to close part of the outlet of the flip channel (21).

4. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The stop plate assembly (4) includes: A stop bracket, which is fixedly connected to the C-shaped outer shell (2); A driving component, wherein the driving component is disposed on the stop bracket; A stop plate (41) is connected to the output end of the drive member, and the drive member can drive the stop plate (41) to rotate.

5. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The stop plate group (4) is provided in two sets. The two sets of stop plate groups (4) are arranged at intervals along the conveying direction perpendicular to the cigarette strip, and the output ends of the two sets of stop plate groups (4) rotate synchronously.

6. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The cigarette pack turning and conveying device also includes: The lower conveying track (5) is connected to the C-shaped outer shell (2), and the cigarette pack can be conveyed from the outlet of the flipping channel (21) to the lower conveying track (5).

7. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The C-shaped outer shell (2) is located above the lower conveying track (5), and the projection of the C-shaped outer shell (2) on the lower conveying track (5) coincides with part of the enclosed area of ​​the lower conveying track (5).

8. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The cigarette pack turning and conveying device also includes: A buffer (6) is disposed on the inner wall of the flipping channel (21) and along the movement direction of the cigarette in the flipping channel (21). The buffer (6) is located upstream of the roller group (3) and along the conveying direction of the cigarette on the upper conveying track (1). The buffer (6) is located on the inner wall of the flipping channel (21) away from the upper conveying track (1).

9. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The buffer (6) is a sponge.

10. The cigarette pack turning and conveying device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The inner wall of the flipping channel (21) is coated with a lubricating coating.

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