Laser machine retrofit automatic conveying line

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of laser machine retrofit automatic conveying line, belong to laser marking production line technical field. Including: the work platform with laser marking station;Respectively with the docking work platform and each other angle of feed channel and discharge channel;Positioning mechanism and detection unit are equipped in marking station, for locating workpiece and detecting its in-place state;Laser marking machine is equipped in the top of work platform, towards marking station;And push material air cylinder is equipped in the side of marking station, towards discharge channel. Through the closed-loop control of "automatic feeding-precision positioning-laser marking-automatic discharge", whole process does not need manual intervention, significantly improves production rhythm, continuity, equipment utilization and overall efficiency, and overall layout supports left and right mirror image double line common feeding area, save site space, single name operator can simultaneously manage two production lines, especially suitable for space limited but need high production capacity production environment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of laser marking production line technology, specifically relating to an automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the common laser marking operation method is still relatively traditional: the operator needs to manually pick up and place the product to be processed from the material area to the designated marking position on the laser marking machine worktable, and after the machine completes the marking, manually remove the product and place it in the finished product area or transfer it to the next work station.

[0003] This process relies heavily on manual operation, which has the following obvious drawbacks: First, the manual handling of picking up and positioning not only increases the labor intensity of operators, but also makes it difficult to guarantee the consistency of positioning, which may affect the marking quality and accuracy. Second, throughout the entire cycle from picking up parts, loading materials, waiting for processing to unloading, operators need to stay by the equipment and operate it at all times. As a result, one operator can usually only supervise and serve one laser marking machine at the same time, resulting in low equipment utilization and low personnel efficiency, low production efficiency, and a high proportion of labor costs.

[0004] Although some solutions have emerged in existing technologies that attempt to improve the above problems, such as using simple conveyor belts for feeding or unloading, they often fail to achieve full-process automation and precise positioning integration, or they still rely on single-machine, single-person operation in terms of spatial layout and operational logic, resulting in limited overall efficiency improvement. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model addresses the aforementioned problems in the existing technology by proposing an automated conveyor line for laser machine modification that features a high degree of automation, improved production efficiency, and reduced labor costs.

[0006] This utility model can be achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0007] A laser machine modified into an automatic conveyor line includes:

[0008] The work platform has a laser marking station;

[0009] The feeding channel and the discharging channel are respectively connected to the working platform, wherein the feeding channel and the discharging channel form an angle between them;

[0010] A positioning mechanism is provided at the laser marking station and is used to position the workpiece.

[0011] A detection unit, which is mounted on the positioning mechanism, is used to detect whether the workpiece has moved into place:

[0012] A laser marking machine is installed on top of the work platform and facing the laser marking station;

[0013] A pusher cylinder is located on the side of the laser marking station and faces the discharge channel.

[0014] As a further improvement of this utility model, the feeding channel is provided with a conveyor belt and two side baffles located on the top surface of the conveyor belt, with a distance between the two side baffles to form a product conveying channel.

[0015] As a further improvement of this utility model, the positioning mechanism includes a positioning baffle, which is close to the outlet end of the feeding channel. A distance is left between the positioning baffle and the outlet end of the feeding channel to form the laser marking station.

[0016] As a further improvement of this utility model, the positioning baffle is arranged perpendicular to the axial direction of the feeding channel.

[0017] As a further improvement of this utility model, the positioning mechanism also includes a positioning cylinder, which is located on the side of the laser marking station.

[0018] As a further improvement of this utility model, the positioning cylinder is positioned toward the positioning baffle and an angle is formed between the two.

[0019] As a further improvement of this utility model, the feeding channel is perpendicular to the discharging channel, and the laser marking station is located between the outlet end of the feeding channel and the inlet end of the discharging channel.

[0020] As a further improvement of this utility model, the feeding channel, the discharging channel and the working platform are connected by a transition plate.

[0021] As a further improvement of this utility model, the detection unit is configured as a detection sensor, which is installed on the positioning baffle and positioned towards the feeding channel.

[0022] As a further improvement of this utility model, it also includes a control system, which is connected to the detection unit, the positioning cylinder, the laser marking machine, and the pushing cylinder respectively.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0024] 1. Achieve highly efficient and fully automated operation: Through closed-loop control of "automatic feeding - precise positioning - laser marking - automatic discharging", no manual intervention is required throughout the process, significantly improving production cycle and continuity, and greatly increasing equipment utilization and overall production efficiency.

[0025] 2. Ensure high precision and product consistency: The positioning baffle and lateral positioning cylinder work together to limit the movement, and combined with a high-sensitivity detection sensor, to ensure that the workpiece is accurately positioned at the marking station every time, effectively eliminating manual placement errors and improving the accuracy of marking position and product quality stability.

[0026] 3. Optimize spatial layout and human-machine collaboration efficiency: The feeding and discharging channels are arranged vertically to form a compact "L"-shaped flow channel, which supports the sharing of the feeding area between the left and right mirror lines. This saves space and allows a single operator to manage two production lines at the same time, making it particularly suitable for production environments with limited space but requiring high capacity. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the laser machine modified into an automatic conveyor line according to this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 This is the utility model Figure 1 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0029] In the diagram, 100 is the working platform; 110 is the feeding channel; 111 is the conveyor belt; 112 is the side baffle; 120 is the discharge channel; 130 is the positioning baffle; 131 is the detection sensor; 140 is the positioning cylinder; 150 is the laser marking machine; 160 is the pushing cylinder; and 200 is the workpiece. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The following are specific embodiments of the present invention, which are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The technical methods of the present invention will be further described, but the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

[0031] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this utility model provides an automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine, comprising:

[0032] Work platform 100, which has a laser marking station;

[0033] The feeding channel 110 and the discharging channel 120 are respectively connected to the working platform 100, wherein the feeding channel 110 and the discharging channel 120 form an angle between them;

[0034] A positioning mechanism is installed at the laser marking station and is used to position workpiece 200.

[0035] The detection unit, which is mounted on the positioning mechanism, is used to detect whether the workpiece 200 has moved into place:

[0036] The laser marking machine 150 is set on top of the work platform 100 and faces the laser marking station;

[0037] The pusher cylinder 160 is located on the side of the laser marking station and faces the discharge channel 120.

[0038] Specifically, the workflow is as follows:

[0039] First, the workpiece 200 is automatically conveyed to the laser marking station on the work platform 100 by the feeding channel 110. When the workpiece 200 reaches the designated position, the detection unit installed on the positioning mechanism detects the workpiece 200 arrival signal and transmits the signal to the control system. The control system then starts the positioning mechanism to accurately position the workpiece 200 to ensure that it is in the best position for laser marking.

[0040] Subsequently, the laser marking machine 150 performs marking operations on the surface of the workpiece 200 according to the preset program. After the marking is completed, the control system drives the pusher cylinder 160 to push the marked workpiece 200 from the laser marking station to the discharge channel 120 to achieve automatic unloading.

[0041] The entire process requires no manual intervention, forming a continuous operation cycle of "automatic feeding - precise positioning - laser marking - automatic discharging".

[0042] It is worth mentioning that the automatic conveyor line provided in this embodiment can be set up in two mirror images on the left and right. At this time, a common feeding area is formed between the feeding channels 110 of the two conveyor lines. The operator can take care of two conveyor lines at the same time. This layout not only makes full use of the operating space in front of the equipment, but also enables a single operator to efficiently complete dual-line feeding or abnormal handling, further improving the efficiency of human-machine collaboration.

[0043] Meanwhile, the two systems share a single loading area, reducing the area occupied by material storage and optimizing the overall layout of the production line. This is particularly suitable for production scenarios where space is limited but capacity needs to be increased.

[0044] The solution provided in this embodiment has at least the following advantages compared to the prior art:

[0045] 1. Achieve fully automated operation: Through a closed-loop process of "automatic feeding - precise positioning - laser marking - automatic discharging", manual intervention is significantly reduced, production continuity and cycle stability are improved, and overall production efficiency is effectively increased.

[0046] 2. Improve marking accuracy and product quality consistency: With the coordinated control of the detection unit and the positioning mechanism, the workpiece 200 is accurately fixed at the marking station every time, avoiding marking misalignment or defects caused by manual placement deviation, and ensuring the quality of product marking.

[0047] 3. Optimize human-machine configuration and production line space utilization: Supports left and right mirror dual-line layout, sharing the material feeding area, enabling a single operator to efficiently manage two conveyor lines, saving space while reducing labor costs, and is especially suitable for production environments with limited space but requiring high-efficiency operation.

[0048] Preferably, the feeding channel 110 is provided with a conveyor belt 111 and two side baffles 112 located on the top surface of the conveyor belt 111. The two side baffles 112 are spaced apart to form a product conveying channel. This structure limits the lateral position of the workpiece 200 during the conveying process by the side baffles 112, effectively preventing the workpiece 200 from shifting, tilting or falling on the conveyor belt 111, and ensuring that it enters the laser marking station in a stable posture and direction.

[0049] This improves the reliability and repeatability of the feeding process, providing stable preconditions for subsequent laser marking. It also reduces material jamming or marking failures caused by conveyor offset, thereby improving the stability of the entire line and its ability to operate continuously and automatically.

[0050] Preferably, the positioning mechanism includes a positioning baffle 130, which is close to the outlet end of the feeding channel 110. A distance is left between the positioning baffle 130 and the outlet end of the feeding channel 110 to form a laser marking station.

[0051] This structure uses the positioning baffle 130 as a stop reference for the forward direction of the workpiece 200. When the workpiece 200 is conveyed from the feeding channel 110 to the positioning baffle 130, it is limited to the preset marking position. This design is simple and reliable, effectively ensuring the repeatability of the workpiece 200 in the laser marking station, improving the consistency of the marking position and the stability of product quality, while avoiding the increased cost and cumbersome operation caused by complex fixtures.

[0052] Furthermore, the positioning baffle 130 is arranged perpendicular to the axial direction of the feeding channel 110. This arrangement allows the front end of the workpiece 200 to rest flat and evenly against the positioning baffle 130 when it is conveyed to the end along the feeding channel 110, forming a stable and repeatable positioning reference surface. This effectively eliminates the positioning error caused by the workpiece 200 due to angular deviation or local contact, further improving the accuracy and consistency of the marking position. At the same time, it simplifies the positioning structure and enhances the reliability and adaptability of the system operation.

[0053] Preferably, the positioning mechanism further includes a positioning cylinder 140, which is located on the side of the laser marking station. The positioning cylinder 140 is positioned towards the positioning baffle 130 and an angle is formed between them. This structure applies a pushing force to the workpiece 200 that is already against the positioning baffle 130 from the side through the positioning cylinder 140, so that it is clamped between the positioning baffle 130 and the piston push plate of the cylinder, thereby achieving constraint positioning in both the lateral and longitudinal directions.

[0054] This design achieves precise bidirectional positioning of workpiece 200 without adding complex fixtures, effectively preventing minor displacements caused by vibration or inertia during the marking process, significantly improving marking accuracy and repeatability stability. At the same time, it has a compact structure and rapid response, making it suitable for automated marking of various regular-shaped workpieces 200.

[0055] Preferably, the feeding channel 110 and the discharging channel 120 are perpendicular, and the laser marking station is located between the outlet end of the feeding channel 110 and the inlet end of the discharging channel 120. This layout allows the workpiece 200 to enter the marking station in a straight line along the feeding channel 110. After marking is completed, it is pushed vertically to the discharging channel 120 by the pusher cylinder 160, forming an "L" shaped flow path. This saves equipment floor space, facilitates a compact production line layout in a limited space, and allows operators to uniformly load and monitor materials from the front, improving human-machine collaboration efficiency.

[0056] Preferably, the feeding channel 110, the discharging channel 120 and the working platform 100 are connected by a transition plate to ensure that the workpiece 200 transitions smoothly when entering and exiting the laser marking station, avoiding jamming, jumping or tipping caused by height difference or gap, and improving the reliability of the entire line operation.

[0057] Preferably, the detection unit is configured as a detection sensor 131, which is installed on the positioning baffle 130 facing the feeding channel 110. This arrangement allows the sensor to be directly aligned with the path of the workpiece 200 entering the marking station. When the front end of the workpiece 200 abuts against the positioning baffle 130, it quickly and accurately senses the positioning signal and feeds the information back to the control system in real time to trigger subsequent positioning and marking actions.

[0058] The setting of the detection sensor 131 can effectively ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the workpiece 200 arrival judgment, avoid false triggering or missed detection, thereby ensuring the stable operation of the automated process and the precise synchronization of the marking operation.

[0059] Preferably, it also includes a control system, which is connected to the detection unit, positioning cylinder 140, laser marking machine 150, and pushing cylinder 160 respectively. Specifically, after receiving the arrival signal from the detection unit, the control system coordinates and controls the positioning cylinder 140 to clamp the workpiece 200, the laser marking machine 150 to start marking, and the pushing cylinder 160 to push out the workpiece 200 after marking is completed, so as to realize the timing linkage and precise coordination of each execution unit.

[0060] This achieves fully automated closed-loop control of the entire conveying and marking process, improves the intelligence level of system operation and the consistency of work rhythm, effectively reduces human intervention and operational errors, and ensures an efficient, stable, and continuous production process.

[0061] The technical means disclosed in this utility model are not limited to those described above, but also include technical solutions composed of any combination of the above technical features. The above are specific embodiments of this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0062] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0063] Furthermore, in this utility model, the use of terms such as "first," "second," and "a" is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. The terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two elements or the interaction between two elements, unless otherwise explicitly specified. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0064] The technical solutions of the various embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other, but only if they can be implemented by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the protection scope claimed by this utility model.

[0065] The specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative examples illustrating the spirit of this utility model. Those skilled in the art to which this utility model pertains may make various modifications or additions to the described specific embodiments or use similar methods to substitute them, without departing from the spirit of this utility model or exceeding the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A laser machine modified into an automatic conveyor line, characterized in that, include: The work platform has a laser marking station; The feeding channel and the discharging channel are respectively connected to the working platform, wherein the feeding channel and the discharging channel form an angle between them; A positioning mechanism is provided at the laser marking station and is used to position the workpiece. A detection unit, which is mounted on the positioning mechanism and is used to detect whether the workpiece has moved into place: A laser marking machine is installed on top of the work platform and facing the laser marking station; A pusher cylinder is located on the side of the laser marking station and faces the discharge channel.

2. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding channel is equipped with a conveyor belt and two side baffles located on the top surface of the conveyor belt. A distance is left between the two side baffles to form a product conveying channel.

3. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning mechanism includes a positioning baffle, which is located near the outlet end of the feeding channel. A distance is left between the positioning baffle and the outlet end of the feeding channel to form the laser marking station.

4. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The positioning baffle is arranged perpendicular to the axis of the feeding channel.

5. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The positioning mechanism also includes a positioning cylinder, which is located on the side of the laser marking station.

6. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, The positioning cylinder is positioned toward the positioning baffle, and an angle is formed between the two.

7. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding channel is perpendicular to the discharging channel, and the laser marking station is located between the outlet end of the feeding channel and the inlet end of the discharging channel.

8. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding channel, the discharging channel, and the working platform are connected by a transition plate.

9. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The detection unit is configured as a detection sensor, which is installed on the positioning baffle and positioned facing the feeding channel.

10. The automatic conveyor line for modifying a laser machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a control system, which is connected to the detection unit, the positioning cylinder, the laser marking machine, and the pushing cylinder respectively.

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