A high-efficiency multifunctional rotary transfer system

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of efficient multifunctional rotary transfer systems, belong to logistics sorting technical field;Including rotary transfer mechanism, seal cutting packaging mechanism, first feeding mechanism and second feeding mechanism, the seal cutting packaging mechanism is set to rotary transfer mechanism one side, the first feeding mechanism and second feeding mechanism are respectively set to the opposite sides of rotary transfer mechanism, four arrangements are into Y type structure;The rotary transfer mechanism includes driving mechanism, support plate, cigarette receiving plate and straight push assembly, the driving mechanism output end connects the support plate and can drive the support plate positive and negative reversal, multiple cigarette receiving plates are arranged on the support plate, a group of straight push assemblies is set to the position of each cigarette receiving plate on the support plate, material on cigarette receiving plate is pushed out by the straight push assembly;The rotary transfer of the utility model has more advantages than linear step-by-step transfer, and is various in function, flexible to use, and production efficiency is significantly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a rotary transfer system, and more particularly to a high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system, belonging to the field of logistics sorting technology. Background Technology

[0002] In the logistics sorting process of cigarette cartons (referred to as "cartons"), the various cartons of cigarettes sorted according to orders need to be stacked, packaged, and then transported to the next step. With the technological advancement of logistics sorting systems, higher requirements have been placed on the packaging of sorted cigarette cartons.

[0003] Due to limitations in early technology, the transfer mechanisms used in tobacco logistics packaging machines are currently mostly linear stepping transfer systems. These systems typically include a chain-plate linear transfer machine 18, with two feed ports (A and B) at its input end. Feeding mechanisms for port A and port B (i.e., the first and second feeding mechanisms) are respectively installed at these two feed ports to push the cigarette packs through the A and B feed ports at the input end of the chain-plate linear transfer machine. A sealing and packaging mechanism and a direct push mechanism 19 are installed at the output end of the chain-plate linear transfer machine, pushing the cigarette packs into the sealing and packaging mechanism via the direct push mechanism. The aforementioned linear stepping transfer system and method have the following drawbacks: firstly, the transfer direction is fixed, lacking flexibility; secondly, waiting occurs when the cigarette packs merge at the same position or staggered. (1) Merging at the same location (e.g.) Figure 7 As shown): Since linear transfer is a step-by-step process, when the feeding mechanisms at both ports A and B are ready to advance, one port must advance first before the other. Similarly, if the feeding mechanisms at both ports are not ready to advance at the same time, linear transfer must wait for both sides to be ready to advance fully, which affects production efficiency. The advantage of this scheme is that when the feeding mechanisms at ports A and B have different speeds, the faster one can be allowed to advance first, thereby improving the utilization rate of both ports. (2) Staggered merging (e.g. Figure 8 As shown): Since linear transfer is a step-by-step process, the efficiency is highest when the feeding mechanisms at both ports A and B are simultaneously ready to advance. This is faster than simultaneous merging under stable conditions. However, if either side experiences smoke or a malfunction, the entire machine must stop and wait. Figure 8 If the feeding mechanism at point B pushes the tobacco stack past point A (or if point B is to be operated independently), due to the absence of point A, there is a very high probability that the tobacco packs will fall into point A and cause damage.

[0004] In addition, both of the above methods require the direct push mechanism to push the smoke to the sealing and packaging mechanism and into place during sealing and cutting. After the smoke pressing structure of the sealing and packaging mechanism presses down the smoke, the direct push mechanism can only return to its position before the linear transfer action can continue, which further affects production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a highly efficient and multifunctional rotary transfer system.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this utility model is as follows: A highly efficient and multifunctional rotary transfer system is designed, comprising a rotary transfer mechanism, a sealing and packaging mechanism, a first feeding mechanism, and a second feeding mechanism. The sealing and packaging mechanism is located on one side of the rotary transfer mechanism, and the first and second feeding mechanisms are respectively located on opposite sides of the rotary transfer mechanism, arranged in a Y-shape. Both the first and second feeding mechanisms are used to transport the tobacco stacks to the rotary transfer mechanism. The rotary transfer mechanism transports the tobacco stacks to the sealing and packaging mechanism by rotation and then pushes the tobacco stacks into the sealing and packaging mechanism. The sealing and packaging mechanism is used to seal and package the tobacco stacks. The Y-shaped layout integrates dual feeding channels and a sealing and packaging mechanism, resulting in a compact space. The rotary transfer mechanism transports the tobacco stacks by rotation, supports single / dual inlet multi-mode collaboration, significantly enhances system compatibility, and greatly improves production efficiency.

[0007] Furthermore, the rotary transfer mechanism includes a drive mechanism, a support plate, smoke receiving plates, and a direct-push assembly. The output end of the drive mechanism is connected to the support plate and can drive the support plate to rotate forward and backward. Multiple smoke receiving plates are arranged on the support plate, and a set of direct-push assemblies is arranged on the support plate corresponding to the position of each smoke receiving plate. The direct-push assemblies push out the material on the smoke receiving plates. By driving the support plate to rotate forward and backward through the drive mechanism, and in conjunction with the multiple smoke receiving plates and the direct-push assemblies, continuous rotary transfer of materials is achieved. Compared with linear transfer, the time required for the direct-push assembly to fully reset is eliminated, shortening the single operation cycle by approximately 0.5 seconds and improving efficiency by approximately 14%.

[0008] Furthermore, the aforementioned rotary transfer mechanism also includes a base, a sleeve, and machine feet. The machine feet are respectively located at the four corners of the base. The sleeve is mounted on the base, the drive mechanism is housed within the sleeve, and a support plate is mounted on the sleeve. The output end of the drive mechanism extends out of the sleeve and connects to the support plate. The base, sleeve, and machine feet constitute a stable support structure, isolating the drive mechanism from vibration, improving overall rigidity, and facilitating installation and maintenance.

[0009] Furthermore, the support plate is equipped with four smoke receiving plates, which are arranged in a circumferential array along the center line of the support plate. The four circumferentially arrayed smoke receiving plates form a symmetrical layout, which makes the support plate subjected to balanced forces, has low rotational inertia, and allows for faster start-up and shutdown, making it suitable for high-speed rotating operations.

[0010] Furthermore, the direct-push assembly includes a direct-push base, a direct-push motor, a direct-push gear, a direct-push rack, and a direct-push plate. The direct-push base is mounted on the support plate, the direct-push motor is fixed to the direct-push base, the direct-push gear is disposed at the output end of the direct-push motor, the direct-push rack is slidably disposed on the direct-push base, the direct-push gear meshes with the direct-push rack, and the direct-push plate is disposed at the end of the direct-push rack. The direct-push bases of different direct-push assemblies have different heights to ensure that the racks do not interfere with each other. The direct-push plate is driven by a gear and rack, resulting in stable and precise thrust. The modular direct-push assembly independently controls each station, providing high flexibility.

[0011] Furthermore, a protective cover is provided on the direct push base, and the direct push gear is disposed inside the protective cover. A guide rail is also provided inside the protective cover, and a slot is provided on the guide rail. The direct push rack is engaged in the slot and can slide along it. The direct push gear and the direct push rack mesh within the protective cover. The protective cover and guide rail structure prevent dust and jamming, ensure the stability of gear and rack meshing, reduce the failure rate, and extend the equipment life.

[0012] Furthermore, the smoke receiving plate is a C-shaped plate, and the push plate can travel along the C-shaped groove of the smoke receiving plate. The push plate is provided with dense mesh. The C-shaped smoke receiving plate and the push plate with mesh cooperate to prevent the smoke stack from slipping and reduce airflow resistance through the mesh, thereby improving the smoothness of pushing.

[0013] Furthermore, the aforementioned rotary transfer mechanism also includes a reinforcing plate, which is disposed between adjacent smoke receiving plates. The reinforcing plate connects adjacent smoke receiving plates, enhancing the overall torsional strength of the support plate and preventing structural deformation under high-frequency rotation.

[0014] Furthermore, the reinforcing plate is configured as an arc-shaped plate, and together with the reinforcing plate, a disc structure is formed between adjacent smoke-receiving plates on the support plate. The arc-shaped reinforcing plate and the smoke-receiving plate together form a disc structure, which further optimizes the force distribution, reduces rotational vibration, and is suitable for high-speed scenarios.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: This invention's rotary transfer method offers significant advantages over linear step-by-step transfer. Functionally, the rotary method possesses all the features of the linear step-by-step transfer method, and is more flexible, offering features such as a dual-entry merging mode, a dual-entry flexible acceleration mode, and a dual-entry buffer mode. In terms of efficiency, it reduces the need for the directly pushed components to fully retract into position, improving efficiency by 0.5 seconds, or over 14%. Furthermore, this is only considering the reduction in actions; theoretically, switching from linear to rotary transfer could further improve efficiency, as could the dual-entry flexible acceleration and buffer modes.

[0016] Furthermore, existing linear stepping transfer mechanisms require sealing and packaging mechanisms and direct pushing mechanisms on both sides of the output end of the chain plate linear transfer machine. This invention, however, only requires arranging the sealing and packaging mechanism along the centerline between the first and second feeding mechanisms, forming a Y-shaped structure. The overall layout is neater and more aesthetically pleasing. When the sealing and packaging mechanism connects to the next process mechanism, such as... Figure 9 As shown, existing linear step-by-step transfer mechanisms require a reversing bend because the sealing and packaging mechanism is perpendicular to the conveying direction of the chain plate linear transfer machine. This allows the mechanism for the next process to continue along the conveying direction of the chain plate linear transfer machine. However, this invention can directly set the mechanism for the next process at the output end of the sealing and packaging mechanism, eliminating the risk of smoke falling off after the film is wrapped, sealed, and pushed out, and further optimizing the structural layout. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, 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 utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the rotary transfer system of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a top-view axonometric diagram of the rotary transfer mechanism of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating transfer mechanism of this utility model from a bottom-view axonometric perspective.

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A diagram showing the area behind the hidden reinforcement plate.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the direct-push component of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A diagram showing the shield behind the cover.

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of an existing linear step-by-step transfer system with confluence at the same location.

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of an existing misaligned merging linear step-by-step transfer system.

[0026] Figure 9 This is a comparative schematic diagram showing the connection mechanism between the rotary transfer system of this utility model and the existing linear stepping transfer system to the next process.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Support plate; 2. Smoke receiving plate; 3. Direct push assembly; 4. Base; 5. Sleeve; 6. Machine foot; 7. Direct push seat; 8. Direct push motor; 9. Direct push gear; 10. Direct push rack; 11. Direct push plate; 12. Protective cover; 13. Guide rail; 14. Reinforcing plate; 15. Sealing and packaging mechanism; 16. First feeding mechanism; 17. Second feeding mechanism; 18. Chain plate linear transfer machine; 19. Direct push mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] Example 1 This embodiment discloses a highly efficient and multifunctional rotary transfer system, such as... Figure 1-6 As shown, it includes a rotary transfer mechanism, a sealing and packaging mechanism 15, a first feeding mechanism 16, and a second feeding mechanism 17. The sealing and packaging mechanism 15 is located on one side of the rotary transfer mechanism, and the first feeding mechanism 16 and the second feeding mechanism 17 are respectively located on opposite sides of the rotary transfer mechanism, arranged in a Y-shape. It should be noted that the sealing and packaging mechanism 15, the first feeding mechanism 16, and the second feeding mechanism 17 can be any structure conventionally used in the tobacco logistics sorting field in the prior art.

[0031] More specifically, the rotary transfer mechanism includes a drive mechanism, a support plate 1, a smoke receiving plate 2, and a direct push assembly 3. The drive mechanism (not shown in the attached drawings, but can be configured using existing technology, such as a reversible motor combined with a reducer) is connected to the support plate 1 at its output end and can drive the support plate 1 to rotate in both directions. Multiple smoke receiving plates 2 are arranged on the support plate 1, and a set of direct push assemblies 3 is arranged on the support plate 1 corresponding to the position of each smoke receiving plate 2. The material on the smoke receiving plate 2 is pushed out through the direct push assembly 3. The mechanism also includes a base 4, a sleeve 5, and machine feet 6. The machine feet 6 are respectively arranged at the four corners of the base 4. The machine feet 6 are connected by a threaded structure and are height-adjustable to facilitate leveling of the base 4. The sleeve 5 is arranged on the base 4, the drive mechanism is arranged inside the sleeve 5, the support plate 1 is arranged on the sleeve 5, and the output end of the drive mechanism extends out of the sleeve 5 and is connected to the support plate 1. More specifically, four smoke receiving plates 2 are provided on the support plate 1 and are arranged in a circumferential array along the center line of the support plate 1 to form a cross-shaped structure. Example 2 This embodiment is a further optimization and refinement of the direct push assembly 3 based on embodiment 1. In this embodiment, the direct push assembly 3 includes a direct push base 7, a direct push motor 8, a direct push gear 9, a direct push rack 10, and a direct push plate 11. The direct push base 7 is mounted on the support plate 1, the direct push motor 8 is fixed on the direct push base 7, the direct push gear 9 is disposed at the output end of the direct push motor 8, the direct push rack 10 is slidably disposed on the direct push base 7, the direct push gear 9 meshes with the direct push rack 10, and the direct push plate 11 is disposed at the end of the direct push rack 10.

[0032] More specifically, the direct push base 7 is provided with a protective cover 12, the direct push gear 9 is disposed inside the protective cover 12, and a guide rail 13 is disposed inside the protective cover 12. The guide rail 13 is provided with a slot, and the direct push rack 10 is engaged in the slot and can slide along it. The direct push gear 9 and the direct push rack 10 mesh within the protective cover 12. More specifically, the smoke receiving plate 2 is a C-shaped plate, and the direct push plate 11 can pass along the C-shaped groove of the smoke receiving plate 2. The direct push plate 11 is provided with dense mesh. The direct push motor 8 drives the direct push gear 9 to rotate, thereby driving the direct push rack 10 to slide along the slot. The sliding of the direct push rack 10 along the slot can drive the direct push plate 11 to move and push out the smoke stack in the smoke receiving plate 2.

[0033] Example 3 This embodiment is a further optimization and refinement of the rotary transfer mechanism based on Embodiment 2. The efficient and multifunctional rotary transfer mechanism described in this embodiment also includes a reinforcing plate 14, which is disposed between adjacent smoke receiving plates 2. More specifically, the reinforcing plate 14 is configured as an arc-shaped plate, and the reinforcing plates 14 together form a disc structure when disposed between adjacent smoke receiving plates 2 on the support plate 1.

[0034] The transfer method of the aforementioned high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system includes at least the following modes: Single-inlet operation mode: When operating in single-inlet mode, the support plate 1 rotates in one direction to deliver the smoke to the sealing and cutting position for sealing. The process is as follows: First, the smoke stack of the first feeding mechanism 16 or the second feeding mechanism 17 is pushed to the corresponding receiving plate 2. Then, the receiving plate 2 rotates to the sealing and cutting packaging mechanism 15. Then, the direct push component 3 corresponding to the receiving plate 2 pushes the smoke stack into the sealing and cutting packaging mechanism 15. The sealing and cutting packaging mechanism 15 presses down on the smoke stack. Then, when the direct push component 3 retracts and leaves the sealing and cutting packaging mechanism 15, the rotating transfer mechanism rotates the next receiving plate 2 with the smoke stack. Compared with the existing linear transfer, this process eliminates the need for the direct push component 3 to be fully retracted into place. Therefore, the single-pack sealing process is reduced by about 0.5 seconds. The existing linear transfer single-pack sealing process takes about 3.5 seconds, saving about 14% of the time. Dual-inlet normal mode: After the smoke receiving plate 2 is prepared by either the first feeding mechanism 16 or the second feeding mechanism 17, it is preferentially rotated to the sealing and cutting position for sealing and cutting. This mode is a figure-7 mode, which only uses the two adjacent smoke receiving plates 2 of the rotating transfer mechanism and uses the support plate 1 to continuously rotate forward and backward to realize the transfer and sealing of the smoke stack. Dual-entry packing mode: When it is necessary to pack the tobacco stacks together, the bottom feeding mechanism of the first feeding mechanism 16 and the second feeding mechanism 17 first pushes the tobacco stack to the receiving plate 2, and the receiving plate 2 then rotates to the other feeding mechanism, which pushes the tobacco stack to the receiving plate 2 for packing, and then rotates to the sealing and cutting packaging mechanism 15 for sealing and cutting. Dual-inlet flexible acceleration mode: When one of the first feeding mechanism 16 and the second feeding mechanism 17 is faster, its continuous smoke intake rotates in one direction. When the other feeding mechanism catches up, it returns to normal mode. Dual-entry buffer mode: The rotary transfer mechanism operates in a unidirectional rotary mode. After the second feeding mechanism 17 pushes the smoke stack into the receiving plate 2, the support plate 1 rotates counterclockwise. The second feeding mechanism 17 continues to push the smoke stack into the next adjacent receiving plate 2. When it is known that the first feeding mechanism 16 meets the pushing conditions, a receiving plate 2 is left empty for the first feeding mechanism 16 to push. If the time for the second feeding mechanism 17 to stack the smoke exceeds the sum of the pushing time of the direct pushing component 3 and the pressing time of the sealing and packaging mechanism 15, an empty space is left for the first feeding mechanism 16 to push. The reverse rotation is the opposite.

[0035] The specific embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system, characterized in that: It includes a rotary transfer mechanism, a sealing and packaging mechanism, a first feeding mechanism and a second feeding mechanism. The sealing and packaging mechanism is located on one side of the rotary transfer mechanism, and the first feeding mechanism and the second feeding mechanism are located on opposite sides of the rotary transfer mechanism, and the four are arranged in a Y-shaped structure. Both the first and second feeding mechanisms are used to transport the tobacco stacks to the rotary transfer mechanism. The rotary transfer mechanism transports the tobacco stacks to the sealing and packaging mechanism by rotation and then pushes the tobacco stacks into the sealing and packaging mechanism. The sealing and packaging mechanism is used to seal and package the tobacco stacks.

2. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotary transfer mechanism includes a drive mechanism, a support plate, a smoke receiving plate, and a direct push assembly. The output end of the drive mechanism is connected to the support plate and can drive the support plate to rotate in both directions. Multiple smoke receiving plates are provided on the support plate. A set of direct push assemblies is provided on the support plate corresponding to the position of each smoke receiving plate. The material on the smoke receiving plate is pushed out by the direct push assembly.

3. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotary transfer mechanism also includes a base, a sleeve, and machine feet. The machine feet are respectively provided at the four corners of the base. The sleeve is provided on the base. The drive mechanism is provided inside the sleeve. The support plate is provided on the sleeve. The output end of the drive mechanism extends out of the sleeve and is connected to the support plate.

4. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 3, characterized in that: Four smoke receiving plates are provided on the support plate and are arranged in a circumferential array along the center line of the support plate.

5. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The direct push assembly includes a direct push base, a direct push motor, a direct push gear, a direct push rack, and a direct push plate. The direct push base is mounted on the support plate, the direct push motor is fixed on the direct push base, the direct push gear is provided at the output end of the direct push motor, the direct push rack is slidably arranged on the direct push base, the direct push gear meshes with the direct push rack, and the direct push plate is provided at the end of the direct push rack; the height of the direct push base varies for different direct push assemblies.

6. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The push base is provided with a protective cover, the push gear is provided inside the protective cover, a guide rail is provided inside the protective cover, and a slot is provided on the guide rail. The push rack is engaged in the slot and can slide along it. The push gear and the push rack mesh inside the protective cover.

7. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The smoke receiving plate is a C-shaped plate, and the straight push plate can pass along the C-shaped groove of the smoke receiving plate. The straight push plate is provided with dense mesh.

8. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 7, characterized in that: It also includes a reinforcing plate, which is provided between adjacent smoke receiving plates.

9. The high-efficiency, multi-functional rotary transfer system according to claim 8, characterized in that: The reinforcing plate is set as an arc-shaped plate, and the reinforcing plates are set between adjacent smoke receiving plates on the support plate to form a disc structure.

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