Conveying system

Abstract

The utility model provides a conveying system, including the mechanism of stacking board, the tray input mechanism, the board input mechanism and the board output mechanism. The mechanism of stacking board is equipped with the receiving device that can lift, forms the blanking area in the stacking position. The tray input mechanism is equipped in the first side, removes and sends the tray to the receiving device through the tray moving device, the board input mechanism is equipped in the second side, conveys the board to the tray, the board output mechanism is equipped in the third side, carries the tray through the board moving device and is connected with the board conveying device. Three sides are not same, and the independent path is planned for material flow. The scheme passes through the cooperation of each mechanism, realizes the complete automatic process of tray automatic feeding, board automatic stacking and finished product automatic output, eliminates the shutdown caused by manual hoisting, realizes the continuous production. The lifting design of receiving device is flexible and accepts and hands over the tray, and each mechanism is arranged on the side to avoid the logistics interference, ensures that the system is high -efficient and smooth operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sheet metal processing technology, and more specifically to a conveying system. Background Technology

[0002] In the thin sheet uncoiling and blanking process, to protect the surface quality of the sheet and facilitate subsequent hoisting, a tray is usually placed at the blanking station to receive the blanked sheet. Currently, the feeding of the tray and the unloading of the stacked sheets are mostly done manually. Manual hoisting is inefficient, relying on operators to frequently use lifting equipment to move the tray and transfer the sheets, which severely restricts the production cycle. At the same time, manual operation poses safety hazards, as materials are prone to shaking and collisions during hoisting, posing risks to personnel and equipment. More importantly, each hoisting operation requires the production line to be stopped, causing production interruptions and preventing continuous production, directly affecting overall production efficiency.

[0003] Therefore, there is a need to provide a conveying system that can at least partially solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The utility model description section introduces a series of simplified concepts, which will be further explained in detail in the detailed description section. This utility model description section is not intended to limit the key features and essential technical features of the claimed technical solution, nor is it intended to determine the scope of protection of the claimed technical solution.

[0005] To at least partially solve the above problems, this utility model provides a conveying system, comprising: The stacking mechanism includes a receiving device that is movable along the height direction between a stacking position and a retracting position. The stacking position is located above the retracting position, and the receiving device located at the stacking position forms a material dropping area. A tray input mechanism is provided on the first side of the stacking mechanism. The tray input mechanism includes a tray conveying device and a tray moving device. The tray moving device is configured to carry a tray from the tray conveying device and move to the receiving device located at the retraction position to transfer the carried tray to the receiving device. A sheet material input mechanism, located on the second side of the stacking mechanism, is used to convey sheet materials onto the tray located in the receiving device; and A sheet material output mechanism is located on the third side of the stacking mechanism. The sheet material output mechanism includes a sheet material moving device and a sheet material conveying device. The sheet material moving device is configured to be able to move above the receiving device located at the stacking position to carry the material tray and to dock with the sheet material conveying device. The first side, the second side, and the third side are three distinct sides of the stacking mechanism.

[0006] According to the conveying system of the first aspect of this utility model, by setting up a tray input mechanism, a sheet material input mechanism, and a sheet material output mechanism, and having them work in conjunction with a stacking mechanism, a complete automated process is achieved, including automatic tray feeding, automatic sheet material stacking, and automatic sheet material output after stacking. This avoids downtime caused by manual hoisting operations and ensures seamless production flow. By moving the receiving device between the stacking position and the retraction position, the receiving device can flexibly receive trays, perform stacking operations, or transfer trays as needed, achieving seamless automated process connection and ensuring the integrity and coordination of system functions. By setting the tray input, sheet material input, and sheet material output mechanisms on three different sides of the stacking mechanism (first, second, and third sides), independent and clear paths are planned for material flow, avoiding spatial intersections and mutual interference between different material flows (empty trays, incoming sheets, and outgoing sheets). This allows each mechanism to work efficiently and in parallel, ensuring smooth system operation.

[0007] Optionally, the first side and the third side are disposed opposite to each other along a first direction; The material tray moving device is capable of moving along the first direction between a first position corresponding to the first side and a second position corresponding to the material dropping area; The sheet metal moving device is capable of moving along the first direction between a third position corresponding to the third side and a fourth position corresponding to the dropping area.

[0008] Optionally, the conveying system further includes a track extending along the first direction, the track being located below the receiving device; Both the tray moving device and the plate moving device can be movably connected to the track.

[0009] Optionally, the receiving device is configured to pass through the tray moving device and the plate moving device in the height direction to receive or transfer the tray; In the retracted position, the top of the receiving device is lower than the bearing surfaces of the tray moving device and the plate moving device; in the stacked position, the top of the receiving device is higher than the bearing surfaces of the tray moving device and the plate moving device; wherein, With the tray moving device in the second position, the receiving device moves from the retracted position to the stacked plate position to carry the tray; With the board moving device in the fourth position, the receiving device moves from the stacked board position to the retracted position to place the tray on the board moving device.

[0010] Optionally, the width of the receiving device along the second direction is greater than the width of the tray moving device and the plate moving device, but less than the width of the tray; The second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

[0011] Optionally, the extending direction of the tray conveying device is perpendicular to the first direction; and / or The extension direction of the plate conveying device is perpendicular to the first direction.

[0012] Optionally, the stacking mechanism further includes: A steel frame, wherein the receiving device is movably connected to the steel frame; A sheet metal unloading device is installed on the steel frame. The sheet metal unloading device is located above the receiving device. The receiving device is used to support and lift the material tray. The sheet metal unloading device is used to position the incoming sheet metal and drop it onto the material tray.

[0013] Optionally, the sheet metal feeding device includes: A side baffle and a rear baffle, wherein at least one of the side baffle and the rear baffle is configured as a movable baffle; A driving device, which is connected to the baffle, is used to drive the baffle to move and abut against the plate to achieve positioning of the plate.

[0014] Optionally, the sheet material unloading device further includes a sheet material support roller, which is disposed on the steel frame and located in the unloading area, for supporting the sheet material from the sheet material input mechanism; The axial direction of the plate roller is parallel to the first direction.

[0015] Optionally, the system further includes a control system, which is electrically connected to the tray input mechanism, the sheet material feeding device, the receiving device, and the sheet material output mechanism, respectively. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The following drawings, which illustrate embodiments of the present invention, are incorporated herein as part of the present invention for understanding the invention. The drawings show embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions, serving to explain the principles of the present invention. In the drawings, Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the conveying system of the present invention; Figure 2This is a top view schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the conveying system of this utility model.

[0017] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures 10: Receiving device 11: Steel frame 12: Side support components 13: Rear gauge component 14: Drive unit 15: Sheet rollers 20: Tray conveyor device 21: Material tray moving device 30: Sheet metal input mechanism 40: Sheet metal moving device 41: Plate conveying device 50: Tray 51: Board material 60: Track D1: First Direction D2: Second Direction Detailed Implementation

[0018] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a more thorough understanding of the present invention. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that embodiments of the present invention may be practiced without one or more of these details. In other instances, certain technical features well-known in the art have not been described in order to avoid confusion with embodiments of the present invention.

[0019] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present invention. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms “comprising” and / or “including” are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of the stated features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0020] In this document, ordinal numbers such as "first" and "second" used in this invention are merely identifiers and do not have any other meaning, such as a specific order. Moreover, for example, the term "first component" does not imply the existence of "second component," and the term "second component" does not imply the existence of "first component."

[0021] In this article, terms such as "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," and "right" are used only to indicate the relative positional relationship between related parts, rather than to define the absolute position of these related parts.

[0022] In this document, terms such as “equal” and “same” are not strict mathematical and / or geometric limitations, but also include errors that are understandable to those skilled in the art and permissible in manufacturing or use.

[0023] Unless otherwise stated, the numerical ranges in this document include not only the entire range within its two endpoints, but also the subranges contained therein.

[0024] Exemplary embodiments of the present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments may be implemented in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. It should be understood that these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of the present invention is thorough and complete, and that the concept of these exemplary embodiments is fully conveyed to those skilled in the art.

[0025] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 This utility model relates to a conveying system, including a stacking mechanism, a tray input mechanism, a sheet material input mechanism 30, and a sheet material output mechanism.

[0026] The stacking mechanism includes a receiving device 10 that can move along the height direction between the stacking position and the retracted position. The receiving device 10 can be a lifting platform driven by a motor, cylinder, or hydraulic cylinder. The stacking position is above the retracted position. When the receiving device 10 is in the stacking position, its top forms a material dropping area for receiving the sheet metal 51. The movement of the receiving device 10 is achieved via guide rails or guide columns to ensure stability. In this design, the height of the receiving device 10 can be adjusted according to operational needs; for example, it can be in the retracted position when receiving the tray 50 and raised to the stacking position during stacking, thereby optimizing the transfer process between the tray 50 and the sheet metal 51.

[0027] The tray input mechanism is located on the first side of the stacking mechanism. The tray input mechanism includes a tray conveying device 20 and a tray moving device 21. The tray conveying device 20 can be a roller conveyor or a belt conveyor, used to convey empty trays 50 to the tray moving device 21. The tray moving device 21 can be a traverse trolley, an electric slide, or a hydraulically driven traverse mechanism. It is configured to carry the trays 50 from the tray conveying device 20 and move to a position above the receiving device 10 in the retracted position to transfer the carried trays 50 to the receiving device 10.

[0028] A sheet material input mechanism 30 is located on the second side of the stacking mechanism. The sheet material input mechanism 30 is used to convey the sheet material 51 onto the tray 50 located in the receiving device 10. The sheet material input mechanism 30 may include a conveyor belt or roller conveyor, and the sheet material 51 is conveyed to the dropping area via a driven roller. The sheet material input mechanism 30 is aligned with the dropping area to ensure that the sheet material 51 falls accurately onto the tray 50.

[0029] The sheet material output mechanism is located on the third side of the stacking mechanism. The sheet material output mechanism includes a sheet material moving device 40 and a sheet material conveying device 41. The sheet material moving device 40 is configured to move above the receiving device 10 located at the stacking position to carry the tray 50 and to dock with the sheet material conveying device 41. Similar to the tray moving device 21, the sheet material moving device 40 can be a sliding table mechanism, and its movement path is coordinated with the receiving device 10. The sheet material conveying device 41 can be a roller conveyor used to transport the tray 50 carrying the sheet material 51 out of the system. Optionally, the sheet material moving device 40 can be raised and lowered to dock with the sheet material input mechanism 30 and the sheet material conveying device 41 respectively.

[0030] The first, second, and third sides are three distinct sides of the stacking mechanism. For example, the first side is the left side, the second side is the rear side, and the third side is the right side. This layout avoids process overlap and improves space utilization and work efficiency.

[0031] Optionally, the first side and the third side are arranged opposite each other along the first direction D1. The tray moving device 21 can move along the first direction D1 between a first position corresponding to the first side and a second position corresponding to the material dropping area. Similarly, the sheet moving device 40 can move along the first direction D1 between a third position corresponding to the third side and a fourth position corresponding to the material dropping area. The arrangement of the first side and the third side opposite each other simplifies the movement path, making the transfer of the tray 50 and the sheet 51 linear, reducing unnecessary turns or adjustments, and resulting in a short and direct stroke, thus improving transfer accuracy and speed.

[0032] Optionally, the conveying system further includes a track 60 extending along a first direction D1, located below the receiving device 10. Both the tray moving device 21 and the sheet moving device 40 are movably connected to the track 60. The track 60 can be a linear guide or a profile track, connecting the tray moving device 21 and the sheet moving device 40 via sliders or rollers. The track 60 ensures the stability and guidance of the moving devices during movement, prevents deviation, and reduces friction and wear.

[0033] Optionally, the receiving device 10 is configured to pass through the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40 in the height direction to receive or transfer the tray 50.

[0034] In one embodiment, the receiving device 10 is a lifting platform whose cross-sectional dimensions (including dimensions along the first direction D1 and the second direction D2) are smaller than the openings or gaps on the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40, thereby allowing the lifting platform to pass freely through the moving device in the height direction. For example, the moving device may be designed with a central opening or frame structure through which the receiving device 10 passes.

[0035] In another embodiment, the receiving device 10 has a cross-sectional dimension larger than the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40. The receiving device 10 is configured with a clearance structure (such as an opening, recess, or movable component) that allows the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40 to move through in the vertical direction. For example, the bearing surface of the receiving device 10 may be partially open or have a frame design, allowing the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40 to pass through its internal clearance structure during lifting and lowering.

[0036] In the retracted position, the top of the receiving device 10 is lower than the bearing surfaces of the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40; in the stacked position, the top of the receiving device 10 is higher than the bearing surfaces of the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40. Specifically, when the tray moving device 21 is in the second position, the receiving device 10 moves from the retracted position to the stacked position to carry the tray 50. When the plate moving device 40 is in the fourth position, the receiving device 10 moves from the stacked position to the retracted position to place the tray 50 on the plate moving device 40. According to this solution, the transfer of the tray 50 is achieved, improving the level of automation.

[0037] Optionally, the width of the receiving device 10 along the second direction D2 is greater than the width of the tray moving device 21 and the plate moving device 40, but less than the width of the tray 50. The second direction D2 is perpendicular to the first direction D1. This larger width ensures that the receiving device 10 can stably support the tray 50 while avoiding interference with the moving device. For example, the receiving device 10 can be a rectangular platform whose width along the second direction D2 is slightly greater than the support width of the moving device, but less than the outer edge width of the tray 50.

[0038] Optionally, the extending direction of the tray conveyor 20 is perpendicular to the first direction D1. Optionally, the extending direction of the sheet material conveyor 41 is perpendicular to the first direction D1. By setting the tray conveyor 20 and the sheet material conveyor 41 perpendicular to their moving directions, it is convenient for materials to be input and output from the side, optimizing the layout space and reducing equipment overlap.

[0039] Optionally, the stacking mechanism also includes a steel frame 11 and a sheet material unloading device. The steel frame 11 is a frame structure that provides stable support, and the receiving device 10 is movably connected to the steel frame 11 via a slider or guide mechanism. The sheet material unloading device is installed on the steel frame 11, located above the receiving device 10, and is used to position the incoming sheet material 51 and drop it onto the tray 50. The sheet material unloading device may include sensors and a positioning mechanism to ensure accurate stacking of the sheet material 51.

[0040] Optionally, the sheet metal unloading device includes a side baffle 12 and a rear baffle 13, at least one of which is configured as a movable baffle to position the sheet metal 51. The drive device 14 can be a cylinder or a servo motor. The drive device 14 is connected to the baffle and is used to drive it to move and abut against the sheet metal 51 to position the sheet metal 51. When the sheet metal 51 enters the unloading area, the side baffle 12 and the rear baffle 13 adjust their positions according to the size of the sheet metal 51, clamp the sheet metal 51, align it, and drop it, improving the neatness of the stacking of the sheet metal 51.

[0041] Optionally, the sheet material unloading device also includes a sheet material roller 15, which is mounted on the steel frame 11 and located in the unloading area to support the sheet material 51 from the sheet material input mechanism 30. The axial direction of the sheet material roller 15 is parallel to the first direction D1, so that the sheet material 51 is supported by the roller when it is input along the second direction D2, reducing friction and ensuring smooth conveying.

[0042] Optionally, the system also includes a control system, which is electrically connected to the tray input mechanism, the sheet material unloading device, the receiving device 10, and the sheet material output mechanism. The control system can be a PLC or an industrial computer, coordinating the actions of each mechanism through programming, such as controlling the lifting timing of the receiving device 10, the movement path of the moving device, and the positioning of the unloading device. This achieves fully automated operation, improving system reliability and efficiency.

[0043] Unless otherwise defined, the technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. The terminology used herein is for descriptive purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Terms such as “set” appearing herein can refer to either a component being directly attached to another component or a component being attached to another component via an intermediary. A feature described in one embodiment may be applied, alone or in combination with other features, to another embodiment, unless that feature is not applicable in that other embodiment or is otherwise stated.

[0044] This utility model has been described through the above embodiments. However, it should be understood that the above embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit this utility model to the described embodiments. Those skilled in the art will understand that many more variations and modifications can be made based on the teachings of this utility model, and all such variations and modifications fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A conveying system, characterized in that, include: The stacking mechanism includes a receiving device that is movable along the height direction between a stacking position and a retracting position. The stacking position is located above the retracting position, and the receiving device located at the stacking position forms a material dropping area. A tray input mechanism is provided on the first side of the stacking mechanism. The tray input mechanism includes a tray conveying device and a tray moving device. The tray moving device is configured to carry a tray from the tray conveying device and move to the receiving device located at the retraction position to transfer the carried tray to the receiving device. A sheet material input mechanism is provided on the second side of the stacking mechanism, and the sheet material input mechanism is used to transport the sheet material to the tray located in the receiving device; as well as A sheet material output mechanism is located on the third side of the stacking mechanism. The sheet material output mechanism includes a sheet material moving device and a sheet material conveying device. The sheet material moving device is configured to be able to move above the receiving device located at the stacking position to carry the material tray and to dock with the sheet material conveying device. The first side, the second side, and the third side are three distinct sides of the stacking mechanism.

2. The conveying system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first side and the third side are disposed opposite to each other along a first direction; The material tray moving device is capable of moving along the first direction between a first position corresponding to the first side and a second position corresponding to the material dropping area; The sheet metal moving device is capable of moving along the first direction between a third position corresponding to the third side and a fourth position corresponding to the dropping area.

3. The conveying system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The conveying system further includes a track extending along the first direction, the track being located below the receiving device; Both the tray moving device and the plate moving device can be movably connected to the track.

4. The conveying system according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The receiving device is configured to pass through the tray moving device and the plate moving device in the height direction to receive or transfer the tray; In the retracted position, the top of the receiving device is lower than the bearing surfaces of the tray moving device and the plate moving device; in the stacked position, the top of the receiving device is higher than the bearing surfaces of the tray moving device and the plate moving device; wherein, With the tray moving device in the second position, the receiving device moves from the retracted position to the stacked plate position to carry the tray; With the board moving device in the fourth position, the receiving device moves from the stacked board position to the retracted position to place the tray on the board moving device.

5. The conveying system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The width of the receiving device along the second direction is greater than the width of the tray moving device and the plate moving device, but less than the width of the tray. The second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

6. The conveying system according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The extension direction of the tray conveying device is perpendicular to the first direction; and / or The extension direction of the plate conveying device is perpendicular to the first direction.

7. The conveying system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stacking mechanism also includes: A steel frame, wherein the receiving device is movably connected to the steel frame; A sheet metal unloading device is installed on the steel frame. The sheet metal unloading device is located above the receiving device. The receiving device is used to support and lift the material tray. The sheet metal unloading device is used to position the incoming sheet metal and drop it onto the material tray.

8. The conveying system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The sheet metal feeding device includes: A side baffle and a rear baffle, wherein at least one of the side baffle and the rear baffle is configured as a movable baffle; A driving device, which is connected to the baffle, is used to drive the baffle to move and abut against the plate to achieve positioning of the plate.

9. The conveying system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The plate feeding device also includes a plate support roller, which is disposed on the steel frame and located in the feeding area, for supporting the plate from the plate input mechanism; The axial direction of the plate roller is parallel to the first direction.

10. The conveying system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The system also includes a control system, which is electrically connected to the tray input mechanism, the sheet material feeding device, the receiving device, and the sheet material output mechanism.

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