A label applicator

Abstract

The utility model discloses a label labelling machine, including frame, be provided with the turnover subassembly for accommodating product and drive product and turn over on the frame, be provided with the labelling module above the turnover subassembly, still include first label feeder and second label feeder at labelling module one side, the labelling module includes first mounting bracket, first labelling subassembly and second labelling subassembly are provided with respectively on the mounting bracket, still include the XYZ drive module of drive mounting bracket movement, in this structure, through setting turnover subassembly on the frame, can drive product and turn over to realize the labelling operation to the product reverse side, solved the problem that traditional labelling mode is difficult to label the product reverse side, satisfied the demand of multi -face labelling or special position labelling.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of labeling, and in particular to a labeling machine. Background Technology

[0002] In current industrial production, labeling is an indispensable part of the product packaging process. Traditional labeling methods often only allow labeling on the front of the product. For products that require labeling on multiple sides or in special locations, traditional methods are insufficient. They are not only inefficient but also fail to guarantee labeling accuracy, easily leading to quality problems such as misaligned labels and bubbles. This affects the overall appearance and quality of the product, which may in turn negatively impact sales and market competitiveness. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem solved by this utility model is to provide a labeling machine that can perform labeling operations on the reverse side of a product.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a labeling machine, including a frame, a flipping component for accommodating products and driving the products to flip on the frame, a labeling module above the flipping component, and a first label feeder and a second label feeder located on one side of the labeling module.

[0005] The labeling module includes a first mounting frame, on which a first labeling component and a second labeling component are respectively disposed, and also includes an XYZ drive module for driving the movement of the mounting frame.

[0006] Furthermore, the first labeling component includes a second mounting bracket connected to the first mounting bracket, the second mounting bracket being provided with a first rotary drive mechanism, and the drive end of the first rotary drive mechanism being provided with a first label suction component;

[0007] The second labeling component includes a third mounting bracket connected to the first mounting bracket, a second rotary drive mechanism is provided on the third mounting bracket, a second label suction component is provided at the drive end of the second rotary drive mechanism, and a first lifting cylinder is also included for driving the third mounting bracket to perform lifting and lowering movements.

[0008] Furthermore, a second lifting cylinder is also provided on one side of the first mounting bracket, and a mounting block is provided on the drive end of the second lifting cylinder, with a smoothing wheel rotatably connected to the mounting block.

[0009] Furthermore, the first mounting bracket is also equipped with a camera detection module for locating the label and its application position.

[0010] Furthermore, the flipping assembly includes a fixture for positioning the product and a rotating frame. One end of the fixture is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating frame, and the other end of the rotating frame is provided with a third rotating drive mechanism. The drive end of the second rotating drive mechanism is connected to the other end of the fixture.

[0011] Furthermore, the rotating frame is also equipped with a first positioning cylinder, the driving end of the first positioning cylinder is equipped with a positioning rod, and one end of the fixture is equipped with a positioning hole that cooperates with the positioning rod.

[0012] Furthermore, the fixture includes a fixture plate, with positioning blocks respectively provided on adjacent sides of the fixture plate, and second positioning cylinders respectively provided on the other two sides of the fixture plate. The middle part of the fixture plate is hollow, and a pressure block for pressing the product onto the fixture plate is also provided on the upper part of the fixture plate. A third lifting cylinder for driving the pressure block to move up and down is fixed on the fixture plate.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] 1. In this structure, by setting a flipping component on the frame, the product can be flipped, thereby realizing the labeling operation on the reverse side of the product. This solves the problem that traditional labeling methods are difficult to label on the reverse side of the product, and meets the needs of multi-sided labeling or labeling in special positions.

[0015] 2. The first and second labeling components in the labeling module, together with the XYZ drive module, can flexibly adjust the labeling position, improving the labeling accuracy and efficiency, avoiding quality problems such as misaligned labels and bubbles, enhancing the overall appearance and quality of the product, and strengthening the product's sales and market competitiveness. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a label applicator according to an embodiment of this application.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the labeling module of a labeling machine according to an embodiment of this application.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a first labeling component and a second labeling component of a labeling machine according to an embodiment of this application.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a flipping component of a label applicator according to an embodiment of this application.

[0020] The diagram is marked as follows:

[0021] Frame 1, flipping assembly 2, rotating frame 21, third rotating drive mechanism 22, first positioning cylinder 23, positioning rod 24, positioning hole 25, jig plate 26, positioning block 27, second positioning cylinder 28, pressure block 29, third lifting cylinder 210;

[0022] Labeling module 3, first mounting frame 31, first labeling component 32, second mounting frame 321, first rotary drive mechanism 322, first label suction component 323, second labeling component 33, third mounting frame 331, second rotary drive mechanism 332, second label suction component 333, first lifting cylinder 334, XYZ drive module 34, second lifting cylinder 35, mounting block 36, smoothing wheel 37, camera detection module 38;

[0023] First label feeder 4, second label feeder 5. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of this application discloses a labeling machine, including a frame 1, a flipping component 2 for accommodating products and driving the products to flip, a labeling module 3 above the flipping component 2, and a first label feeder 4 and a second label feeder 5 located on one side of the labeling module 3.

[0026] The labeling module 3 includes a first mounting frame 31, on which a first labeling component 32 and a second labeling component 33 are respectively disposed, and also includes an XYZ drive module 34 for driving the mounting frame to move.

[0027] In practice, the product is placed on the flipping component 2, which rotates the product 180 degrees. Then, the XYZ drive module 34 starts to operate, driving the first mounting frame 31 to move precisely in three-dimensional space, ensuring that the labeling module 3 can accurately reach the first label feeder 4 or the second label feeder 5 to pick up the product. Then, under the further drive of the XYZ drive module 34, the labeling module 3 accurately affixes the label to the reverse side of the product, completing the entire operation.

[0028] In this structure, by setting a flipping component 2 on the frame 1, the product can be flipped, thereby realizing the labeling operation on the reverse side of the product. This solves the problem that traditional labeling methods are difficult to label on the reverse side of the product, and meets the needs of multi-sided labeling or labeling in special positions.

[0029] In this embodiment, the first labeling component 32 includes a second mounting frame 321 connected to the first mounting frame 31. The second mounting frame 321 is provided with a first rotary drive mechanism 322, and the drive end of the first rotary drive mechanism 322 is provided with a first label suction component 323.

[0030] The second labeling component 33 includes a third mounting bracket 331 connected to the first mounting bracket 31. The third mounting bracket 331 is provided with a second rotary drive mechanism 332. The drive end of the second rotary drive mechanism 332 is provided with a second label suction component 333. It also includes a first lifting cylinder 334 for driving the third mounting bracket 331 to perform lifting and lowering movements.

[0031] In specific operation, the first labeling component 32 moves to the first label feeder 4. At this time, the first lifting cylinder 334 drives the second label suction component 333 to retract upwards, and the first rotary drive mechanism 322 drives the first label suction component 323 to rotate to a suitable angle, so that the first label suction component 323 picks up the label from the first label feeder 4. Next, the second labeling component 33 moves to the second label feeder 5. Under the action of the first lifting cylinder 334, the second labeling component 33 descends, and the second rotary drive mechanism 332 drives the second label suction component 333 to rotate to the corresponding angle and pick up the label from the second label feeder 5. After the label picking operation is completed, the XYZ drive module 34 operates again. According to the preset program and the label and labeling position information fed back by the camera detection module 38, it precisely drives the first mounting frame 31 to move, so that the first labeling component 32 or the second labeling component 33 carries the label to the designated labeling position on the back of the product for labeling operation.

[0032] The labeling module 3 described above can perform label picking and labeling operations for two labels, thereby greatly improving labeling efficiency.

[0033] In this embodiment, a second lifting cylinder 35 is also provided on one side of the first mounting bracket 31. The driving end of the second lifting cylinder 35 is provided with a mounting block 36, and a smoothing wheel 37 is rotatably connected to the mounting block 36.

[0034] Specifically, after the labeling module 3 completes the label application, the second lifting cylinder 35 drives the mounting block 36 to descend, causing the smoothing wheel 37 to contact the product surface. Then, the XYZ drive module 34 drives the smoothing wheel 37 to move back and forth. Under the combined action of the smoothing wheel 37's own weight and rotational friction, the newly applied label can be subjected to a secondary pressing process, effectively eliminating any air bubbles or wrinkles that may exist at the label edges.

[0035] In this embodiment, the first mounting bracket 31 is also provided with a camera detection module 38 for locating the label and labeling position.

[0036] Specifically, the camera detection module 38 is used to detect the label position, so that the first labeling component 32 or the second labeling component 33 can accurately pick up the label from the label feeder and affix the label to the designated position on the product, thereby achieving precise labeling operation.

[0037] In this embodiment, the flipping component 2 includes a fixture for positioning the product and a rotating frame 21. One end of the fixture is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating frame 21, and the other end of the rotating frame 21 is provided with a third rotating drive mechanism 22. The drive end of the second rotating drive mechanism 332 is connected to the other end of the fixture.

[0038] Specifically, after the product is placed on the fixture, the third rotary drive mechanism 22 is activated, causing the rotating frame 21 to rotate. Since one end of the fixture is rotatably connected to the rotating frame 21 and the other end is connected to the drive end of the third rotary drive mechanism 22, the fixture will rotate 180 degrees as the rotating frame 21 rotates, so that the reverse side of the product faces upward, preparing for the subsequent labeling operation.

[0039] In this embodiment, the rotating frame 21 is also provided with a first positioning cylinder 23, and the driving end of the first positioning cylinder 23 is provided with a positioning rod 24. One end of the fixture is provided with a positioning hole 25 that cooperates with the positioning rod 24.

[0040] Specifically, when the fixture is rotated to the designated position by the rotating frame 21, i.e., the reverse side of the product is facing up, the first positioning cylinder 23 is activated, driving the positioning rod 24 to extend and insert into the corresponding positioning hole 25 at one end of the fixture. This design ensures that the fixture remains stable after being rotated and will not shift due to vibrations or other external forces during machine operation, thereby ensuring the accuracy of subsequent labeling operations.

[0041] In this embodiment, the fixture includes a fixture plate 26, with positioning blocks 27 respectively provided on adjacent sides of the fixture plate 26, and second positioning cylinders 28 respectively provided on the other two sides of the fixture plate 26. The middle part of the fixture plate 26 is hollow, and a pressing block 29 for pressing the product onto the fixture plate 26 is also provided on the upper part of the fixture plate 26. A third lifting cylinder 210 for driving the pressing block 29 to move up and down is fixed on the fixture plate 26.

[0042] Specifically, when the product is placed on the fixture plate 26, the positioning block 27 provides initial positioning, limiting the product's lateral and longitudinal movement on the plane of the fixture plate 26. Subsequently, the second positioning cylinder 28 is activated, further positioning and clamping the product from the other two sides of the fixture plate 26 to ensure the product's accurate and fixed position on the fixture plate 26. The hollow design in the middle reduces the weight of the fixture plate 26, lowering the load on the rotating frame 21 when it rotates the fixture; it also prevents obstruction of the labeling area on the back of the product during the labeling operation. After the product is positioned, the third lifting cylinder 210 drives the pressure block 29 to descend, firmly pressing the product onto the fixture plate 26 to prevent displacement during rotation and labeling, ensuring smooth and accurate labeling operations.

[0043] The specific embodiments described above further illustrate the purpose, technical solution, and beneficial effects of this utility model. It should be understood that the above descriptions are merely specific embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A label applicator, characterized in that: The device includes a frame (1), on which a flipping assembly (2) is provided for accommodating products and driving the products to flip, and a labeling module (3) is provided above the flipping assembly (2). It also includes a first label feeder (4) and a second label feeder (5) located on one side of the labeling module (3). The labeling module (3) includes a first mounting frame (31), on which a first labeling component (32) and a second labeling component (33) are respectively provided, and also includes an XYZ drive module (34) for driving the mounting frame to move.

2. The label applicator as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The first labeling component (32) includes a second mounting bracket (321) connected to the first mounting bracket (31), and a first rotary drive mechanism (322) is provided on the second mounting bracket (321). The drive end of the first rotary drive mechanism (322) is provided with a first label suction component (323). The second labeling component (33) includes a third mounting bracket (331) connected to the first mounting bracket (31), a second rotary drive mechanism (332) is provided on the third mounting bracket (331), a second label suction component (333) is provided at the drive end of the second rotary drive mechanism (332), and a first lifting cylinder (334) for driving the third mounting bracket (331) to perform lifting and lowering movements.

3. The label applicator as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A second lifting cylinder (35) is also provided on one side of the first mounting bracket (31). A mounting block (36) is provided on the driving end of the second lifting cylinder (35). A smoothing wheel (37) is rotatably connected to the mounting block (36).

4. The label applicator as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The first mounting bracket (31) is also equipped with a camera detection module (38) for locating the label and labeling position.

5. The label applicator as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The flipping assembly (2) includes a fixture for positioning the product and a rotating frame (21). One end of the fixture is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating frame (21). The other end of the rotating frame (21) is provided with a third rotating drive mechanism (22). The drive end of the second rotating drive mechanism (332) is connected to the other end of the fixture.

6. The label applicator as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The rotating frame (21) is also provided with a first positioning cylinder (23), and a positioning rod (24) is provided on the driving end of the first positioning cylinder (23). One end of the fixture is provided with a positioning hole (25) that cooperates with the positioning rod (24).

7. The label applicator as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The fixture includes a fixture plate (26), with positioning blocks (27) respectively provided on the adjacent two sides of the fixture plate (26), and second positioning cylinders (28) respectively provided on the other two sides of the fixture plate (26). The middle part of the fixture plate (26) is hollow, and a pressure block (29) for pressing the product on the fixture plate (26) is also provided on the upper part of the fixture plate (26). A third lifting cylinder (210) for driving the pressure block (29) to make lifting and lowering movements is fixed on the fixture plate (26).

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