Belt device and packaging apparatus

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of battery processing, and relates to a band sleeving device and packaging equipment. The band sleeving device provided by the application comprises a mounting platform, a clamping mechanism, a cable tie and a jacking mechanism. The mounting platform is provided with a positioning piece for supporting and positioning a workpiece module, the clamping mechanism is used for clamping two sides of the workpiece module, the cable tie is arranged around the positioning piece, the jacking mechanism comprises a jacking assembly and a rolling support assembly, the rolling support assembly is used for supporting the cable tie, the rolling support assembly can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module and roll on the side wall of the workpiece module in the vertical direction, and the jacking assembly is in transmission connection with the rolling support assembly to drive the rolling support assembly to move in the vertical direction, so that the cable tie is sleeved on the mounting position of the workpiece module. The packaging equipment provided by the application comprises a picking device and the above-mentioned band sleeving device, and the picking device is used for carrying the workpiece module to the band sleeving device. The application realizes the automation of the process of binding the cable tie on the battery module, and can improve the production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of battery processing technology, and more specifically, relates to a sleeve device and packaging equipment. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of the global energy storage industry, the structural design of various energy storage battery modules is becoming increasingly complex. To improve the structural strength and operational stability of battery modules, cable ties are currently the primary method used to bind them. However, the current method of manually attaching cable ties to the outside of the battery modules is cumbersome, labor-intensive, and time-consuming, severely restricting production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a cable tie device and packaging equipment, which automates the process of bundling battery modules with cable ties, thereby improving production efficiency.

[0004] The technical solution adopted in this application embodiment is: to provide a sleeve device, including:

[0005] The installation platform is equipped with positioning components, which are used to support and position the workpiece module.

[0006] Clamping mechanism, used to clamp both sides of the workpiece module;

[0007] Cable ties are placed around the periphery of the positioning member and are used to fit onto the mounting position of the workpiece module.

[0008] The lifting mechanism includes a lifting component and several rolling support components. The rolling support components are used to support the cable ties. The rolling support components can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module and roll vertically on the side wall of the workpiece module. The lifting component is drivenly connected to the rolling support components to drive the rolling support components to move vertically so as to fit the cable ties onto the mounting position of the workpiece module.

[0009] Optionally, the rolling support component includes:

[0010] Mounting component, wherein the lifting assembly is drive-connected to the mounting component;

[0011] A rolling support member, one end of which can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the mounting member;

[0012] Elastic elements are respectively connected to the mounting component and the rolling support component;

[0013] The cable tie is placed on the rolling support or the elastic member.

[0014] Optionally, the rolling support includes:

[0015] A support portion for supporting cable ties, the support portion being connected to the elastic element, and one end of the support portion being rotatably connected to the mounting component;

[0016] A rolling part is installed at one end of the support part near the workpiece module, and the rolling part can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module.

[0017] Optionally, the lifting mechanism further includes a synchronization platform, with a plurality of the rolling support components connected to the synchronization platform. The lifting components are drively connected to the synchronization platform to drive the rolling support components to move vertically via the synchronization platform.

[0018] Optionally, the lifting mechanism further includes a guide component connected to the synchronization platform to guide the synchronization platform.

[0019] Optionally, the lifting mechanism further includes a limiting buffer assembly connected to the synchronization platform to limit the vertical displacement of the synchronization platform.

[0020] Optionally, the positioning element is provided with a limiting groove for accommodating the workpiece module.

[0021] Optionally, the outer periphery of the positioning member is provided with a groove, and a gap is formed between the cable tie and the groove on the outer periphery of the positioning member.

[0022] Optionally, the clamping mechanism includes:

[0023] A fixed clamping assembly is fixedly installed on the mounting platform and located on one side of the workpiece module;

[0024] A movable clamping assembly is movably mounted on the mounting platform, located on the other side of the workpiece module, for moving closer to or away from the fixed clamping assembly to clamp the workpiece module.

[0025] This application embodiment also provides a packaging device, including a picking device and the above-described strapping device, wherein the picking device is used to transport the workpiece module to the strapping device.

[0026] The beneficial effects of the cable tie device and packaging equipment provided in this application embodiment are as follows: After the battery module is placed on the cable tie, the clamping mechanism clamps both sides of the battery module, compressing its length. The lifting component drives the rolling support component to raise the cable tie vertically to the mounting position of the battery module. The clamping mechanism then releases the battery module, restoring its length, thus securing the cable tie to the mounting position and completing the process of binding the battery module with cable ties. The cable tie device in this application embodiment automates the process of binding battery modules with cable ties, improving production efficiency.

[0027] The packaging equipment of this application embodiment includes the above-mentioned strapping device, and therefore has the beneficial effects brought by the above-mentioned strapping device, which will not be repeated here. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the sleeve device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0030] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of the sleeve device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the lifting mechanism used in the embodiments of this application.

[0032] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:

[0033] 1. Installation platform; 11. Positioning component; 111. Limiting groove; 112. Groove;

[0034] 2. Clamping mechanism; 21. Fixed clamping assembly; 22. Movable clamping assembly;

[0035] 3. Cable ties;

[0036] 4. Lifting mechanism; 41. Lifting assembly; 42. Rolling support assembly; 421. Mounting component; 422. Rolling support component; 4221. Support part; 4222. Rolling part; 423. Elastic component; 43. Synchronization platform; 44. Guide assembly; 441. Linear bearing; 442. Connecting plate; 45. Limiting and buffering assembly;

[0037] 5. Workpiece module. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects to be solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0039] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component.

[0040] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", 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 application 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 application.

[0041] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0042] Please see Figures 1 to 3 The strapping device provided in the embodiments of this application will now be described. The strapping device provided in the embodiments of this application includes an installation platform 1, a clamping mechanism 2, a cable tie 3, and a lifting mechanism 4.

[0043] The installation platform 1 is equipped with a positioning component 11, which is used to support and position the workpiece module 5.

[0044] Clamping mechanism 2 is used to clamp both sides of workpiece module 5;

[0045] Cable ties 3 are placed around the positioning component 11 and are used to fit onto the mounting position of the workpiece module 5;

[0046] The lifting mechanism 4 includes a lifting component 41 and several rolling support components 42. The rolling support components 42 are used to support the cable ties 3. The rolling support components 42 can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module 5 and roll vertically on the side wall of the workpiece module 5. The lifting component 41 is connected to the rolling support components 42 in a transmission manner to drive the rolling support components 42 to move vertically so as to put the cable ties 3 into the mounting position of the workpiece module 5.

[0047] In this embodiment, the workpiece module 5 is specifically a battery module. The battery module is formed by bonding several individual batteries together sequentially, front to back, with an end plate bonded to each side. Squeezing the battery module from the end plates compresses its length; releasing it restores its original length. The adhesive between the individual batteries gives the battery module a certain degree of elasticity. The cable tie 3 is a rectangular or annular strip of steel and is deformable. In some embodiments, the workpiece module 5 can also be a stacked heat sink module formed by bonding several identical aluminum alloy heat sinks together sequentially, front to back, with thermally conductive adhesive. The cable tie 3 can be a plastic cable tie 3. The mounting position of the workpiece module 5 is the binding and fixing point of the cable tie 3 on the side wall of the workpiece module 5.

[0048] The lifting assembly 41 can be a cylinder, an electric cylinder, or a linear motor.

[0049] The positioning element 11 can specifically be a pad used to support the workpiece module 5. The rolling support assembly 42 can be disposed around the positioning element 11, and the rolling support assembly 42 is staggered from the clamping mechanism 2 to prevent interference with the clamping mechanism 2.

[0050] The lifting assembly 41 can be installed at the bottom of the mounting platform 1, and the rolling support assembly 42 can be installed through the mounting platform 1 and abut against the side wall of the workpiece module 5. Since the deformation of the workpiece module 5 is small, the gap between the cable tie 3 and the workpiece module 5 after being clamped by the clamping mechanism 2 is small, and the rolling support assembly 42 can easily contact the side wall of the workpiece module 5. The rolling support assembly 42 can reduce the wear on the workpiece module 5 by rolling on the side wall of the workpiece module 5.

[0051] In this embodiment, the cable tie 3 is placed manually or by a robotic arm around the positioning member 11 of the mounting platform 1. The workpiece module 5 is placed manually or by a robotic arm above the positioning member 11. The clamping mechanism 2 clamps both sides of the workpiece module 5, compressing its length. The lifting assembly 41 drives the rolling support assembly 42 to raise the cable tie 3 vertically to the mounting position of the workpiece module 5. The clamping mechanism 2 then releases the workpiece module 5, restoring its length, thus fixing the cable tie 3 to its mounting position, completing the process of binding the workpiece module 5 with the cable tie 3. The cable tie device in this embodiment automates the process of binding the workpiece module 5 with the cable tie 3, improving production efficiency.

[0052] Please see Figure 3 In this embodiment of the application, the rolling support component 42 includes:

[0053] Mounting component 421, lifting assembly 41 is connected to mounting component 421 in a transmission manner;

[0054] Rolling support 422, one end of which can abut against the side wall of workpiece module 5, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to mounting part 421;

[0055] The elastic element 423 is connected to the mounting element 421 and the rolling support element 422 respectively;

[0056] Cable tie 3 is placed on rolling support 422 or elastic member 423.

[0057] The mounting component 421 can be inserted into the mounting platform 1, and the rolling support component 422 is rotatably mounted on the mounting component 421 via a pivot. The length direction of the mounting component 421 intersects the length direction of the rolling support component 422, forming an angle between the mounting component 421 and the rolling support component 422. The elastic component 423 is installed within the angle, with one end of the elastic component 423 connected to the mounting component 421 and the other end connected to the rolling support component 422. When the rolling support component 422 presses against the side wall of the workpiece module 5, the elastic component 423 is deformed under pressure, providing a reverse buffer force to prevent the rolling support component 422 from being excessively tightened, thus avoiding scratches or wear on the side wall of the workpiece module 5.

[0058] As the lifting assembly 41 drives the mounting piece 421 to move vertically, the rolling support 422 abuts against the workpiece module 5, and the rolling support 422 compresses the elastic member 423. The cable tie 3 can move from the elastic member 423 to the side of the rolling support 422 that is closer to the mounting piece 421.

[0059] In this embodiment, the elastic element 423 is preferably a spring, the length direction of which is not parallel to the horizontal direction, to prevent the cable tie 3 from getting stuck in the spring gap; in other embodiments, elastic silicone, rubber or any elastic body that can recover its deformation may also be used.

[0060] In this embodiment, the rolling support 422 includes:

[0061] Support part 4221 is used to support cable tie 3. Support part 4221 is connected to elastic member 423. One end of support part 4221 is rotatably connected to mounting member 421.

[0062] The rolling part 4222 is installed at one end of the support part 4221 near the workpiece module 5, and the rolling part 4222 can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module 5.

[0063] The support part 4221 is provided with a support surface for supporting the cable tie 3, and one end of the support part 4221 is rotatably mounted on the mounting part 421 via a pivot.

[0064] In this embodiment, the rolling part 4222 consists of two rollers, which are respectively disposed on both sides of the support part 4221 near the end of the workpiece module 5 and are rotatably mounted; in other embodiments, the rolling part 4222 may also be a ball, roller or slider, which is directly rolled or slidably disposed on the side surface of the support part 4221 facing the workpiece module 5.

[0065] In this embodiment, the lifting mechanism 4 further includes a synchronization platform 43, a plurality of rolling support components 42 are connected to the synchronization platform 43, and the lifting component 41 is connected to the synchronization platform 43 in a transmission manner so as to drive the rolling support components 42 to move in the vertical direction through the synchronization platform 43.

[0066] In this embodiment, multiple sets of rolling support components 42 are installed on the synchronous platform 43, which can improve the lifting consistency of the rolling support components 42 and eliminate the problems of cable ties skewing and jamming caused by asynchronous lifting.

[0067] In this embodiment, the lifting mechanism 4 further includes a guide component 44, which is connected to the synchronization platform 43 to guide the synchronization platform 43.

[0068] The guide assembly 44 specifically includes several linear bearings 441 and a connecting plate 442. The connecting plate 442 is fixed to the bottom of the mounting platform 1. One end of the several linear bearings 441 is mounted on the connecting plate 442. The several linear bearings 441 pass through the synchronization platform 43. The length direction of the several linear bearings 441 is vertical.

[0069] In some embodiments, the guide component 44 may further include a guide rail and a slider, with the slider mounted on the synchronization platform 43 and the guide rail mounted on the bottom of the mounting platform 1, and the slider and the guide rail slidably connected.

[0070] In this embodiment, the lifting mechanism 4 further includes a limiting buffer component 45, which is connected to the synchronization platform 43 to limit the displacement of the synchronization platform 43 in the vertical direction.

[0071] The limiting buffer assembly 45 specifically includes a hydraulic damper and a stop nut. The stop nut is installed on the connecting plate 442 of the guide assembly 44, and the hydraulic damper is installed on the synchronization platform 43. The stop nut and the hydraulic damper abut against each other at the end of the stroke of the synchronization platform 43, together limiting the extreme displacement of the synchronization platform 43 and absorbing the impact energy.

[0072] In some embodiments, the limiting buffer assembly 45 may include a limiting block and a rubber pad. The limiting block is disposed at the bottom of the mounting platform 1, and the rubber pad is laid on the synchronous platform 43. The limiting block and the rubber pad on the synchronous platform 43 abut against each other at the end of the stroke of the synchronous platform 43, thereby limiting the extreme displacement of the synchronous platform 43 and absorbing impact energy.

[0073] Please see Figure 2 In this embodiment of the application, the positioning member 11 is provided with a limiting groove 111 for accommodating the workpiece module 5.

[0074] The limiting groove 111 can prevent the workpiece module 5 from sliding when the cable tie 3 is applied, ensuring that the position is fixed.

[0075] In this embodiment, a groove 112 is provided on the outer periphery of the positioning member 11, and a gap is formed between the cable tie 3 and the groove 112 on the outer periphery of the positioning member 11.

[0076] The mounting platform 1 has a through hole for the rolling support assembly 42 to pass through. The through hole corresponds to the groove 112. The rolling support assembly 42 can pass through the through hole on the mounting platform 1 and move vertically within the groove 112. When the gap between the side wall of the positioning member 11 and the cable tie 3 is small, the rolling support assembly 42 has difficulty supporting the cable tie 3. The groove 112 increases the gap between the side wall of the positioning member 11 and the cable tie 3, making it easier for the rolling support assembly 42 to support the cable tie 3.

[0077] Please see Figure 1 In this embodiment of the application, the clamping mechanism 2 includes:

[0078] The clamping assembly 21 is fixedly installed on the mounting platform 1 and located on one side of the workpiece module 5;

[0079] The movable clamping assembly 22 is movably mounted on the mounting platform 1 and located on the other side of the workpiece module 5. It is used to move closer to or further away from the fixed clamping assembly 21 to clamp the workpiece module 5.

[0080] The fixing clamping assembly 21 includes a fixing abutment block and a fixing seat. The fixing seat is installed on the installation platform 1, and the fixing abutment block is installed on the side of the fixing seat near the workpiece module 5. The fixing abutment block is used to abut against the side wall of the workpiece module 5.

[0081] The movable clamping assembly 22 includes a drive component and a movable abutment block. The movable abutment block is used to abut against the other side wall of the workpiece module 5. The drive component is mounted on the mounting platform 1 and is connected to the movable abutment block for transmission, so as to drive the movable abutment block to move closer to or away from the fixed abutment block to clamp the workpiece module 5. The drive component can be an electric cylinder, a pneumatic cylinder, or a motor.

[0082] In some embodiments, the clamping mechanism 2 may include two opposing movable clamping components 22.

[0083] This application also provides a packaging device, including a picking device and a strapping device as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the picking device is used to transport the workpiece module 5 to the strapping device.

[0084] The packaging equipment of this application embodiment includes the strapping device in any of the above embodiments, and therefore has the beneficial effects brought by the strapping device in any of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0085] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A sleeve device, characterized in that, include: The installation platform is equipped with positioning components, which are used to support and position the workpiece module. Clamping mechanism, used to clamp both sides of the workpiece module; Cable ties are placed around the periphery of the positioning member and are used to fit onto the mounting position of the workpiece module. The lifting mechanism includes a lifting component and several rolling support components. The rolling support components are used to support the cable ties. The rolling support components can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module and roll vertically on the side wall of the workpiece module. The lifting component is drivenly connected to the rolling support components to drive the rolling support components to move vertically so as to fit the cable ties onto the mounting position of the workpiece module.

2. The sleeve device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rolling support component includes: Mounting component, wherein the lifting assembly is drive-connected to the mounting component; A rolling support member, one end of which can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the mounting member; Elastic elements are respectively connected to the mounting component and the rolling support component; The cable tie is placed on the rolling support or the elastic member.

3. The sleeve device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rolling support includes: A support portion for supporting cable ties, the support portion being connected to the elastic element, and one end of the support portion being rotatably connected to the mounting component; A rolling part is installed at one end of the support part near the workpiece module, and the rolling part can abut against the side wall of the workpiece module.

4. The sleeve device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting mechanism also includes a synchronization platform, and a plurality of the rolling support components are connected to the synchronization platform. The lifting components are drively connected to the synchronization platform so as to drive the rolling support components to move in the vertical direction through the synchronization platform.

5. The sleeve device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The lifting mechanism also includes a guide component, which is connected to the synchronization platform to guide the synchronization platform.

6. The sleeve device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The lifting mechanism also includes a limiting buffer assembly, which is connected to the synchronization platform to limit the vertical displacement of the synchronization platform.

7. The sleeve device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning component is provided with a limiting groove for accommodating the workpiece module.

8. The sleeve device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The outer periphery of the positioning member is provided with a groove, and a gap is formed between the cable tie and the groove on the outer periphery of the positioning member.

9. The sleeve device according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The clamping mechanism includes: A fixed clamping assembly is fixedly installed on the mounting platform and located on one side of the workpiece module; A movable clamping assembly is movably mounted on the mounting platform, located on the other side of the workpiece module, for moving closer to or away from the fixed clamping assembly to clamp the workpiece module.

10. A packaging equipment, characterized in that, It includes a pickup device and a strapping device as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the pickup device is used to transport the workpiece module to the strapping device.

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