A feeding and overturning device

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of loading turnover device, including first positioning mechanism, including profiling fixture and tray, the profiling fixture is arranged on the tray, first positioning slot is formed on the profiling fixture, the bottom wall of the first positioning slot is equipped with first through-hole, the position of the first through-hole on the tray is equipped with second through-hole, the first through-hole and the second through-hole are used for product turnover avoidance;Loading mechanism is used to load product into the first positioning slot;Turnover mechanism is used to turn over product in the first positioning slot;First translation mechanism is used to drive the first positioning mechanism to move between the loading mechanism and the turnover mechanism;Second positioning mechanism is used for the positioning of product after turnover;The utility model can be individually directed to product and turn over, and can realize better turnover operation to product, simultaneously have the advantages that structure is simple and ensure product quality.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automated operation technology, specifically relating to a feeding and turning device. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional loading and turning devices load products onto a positioning platform, then use a rotary motor to drive the platform and turn the products together. However, in practical applications, it has been found that this type of loading and turning device is difficult to meet the requirements for turning large sheet metal parts.

[0003] Large sheet metal parts are characterized by their large size and thin sheet metal. When positioning them, a contour positioning groove is typically used to confine the large sheet metal part within the groove. In the initial stage of the flipping operation, the large sheet metal part is initially positioned using the contour positioning groove on the first positioning platform. However, during the flipping process, if the first positioning platform flips along with the large sheet metal part, it may detach from the first positioning platform before contacting the second positioning platform, making it difficult to achieve positional stability after flipping. Alternatively, when the large sheet metal part contacts the second positioning platform, a collision may occur between the first and second positioning platforms, potentially leading to damage to the large sheet metal part or part of the device's structure.

[0004] In other words, existing feeding and turning devices, when applied to the turning process of large-size sheet metal parts, not only increase the difficulty of turning, but also make it difficult to ensure the turning stability of large-size sheet metal parts and are prone to damage. Summary of the Invention To address the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a feeding and turning device that can turn products individually and achieve good product turning operations, while also having the advantages of simple structure and ensuring product quality.

[0005] The technical effects to be achieved by this utility model are realized through the following technical aspects: This utility model provides a feeding and turning device, including: The first positioning mechanism includes a contour jig and a tray. The contour jig is disposed on the tray and has a first positioning groove formed thereon. A first through hole is provided on the bottom wall of the first positioning groove. A second through hole is provided on the tray at the position corresponding to the first through hole. The first through hole and the second through hole are used for product flipping and avoidance. A feeding mechanism is used to feed the product into the first positioning slot; A flipping mechanism is used to flip the product in the first positioning slot; A first translation mechanism is used to drive the first positioning mechanism to move between the feeding mechanism and the flipping mechanism; The second positioning mechanism is used to position the product after it has been flipped.

[0006] In some implementations, the first translation mechanism includes a guide module and a first translation drive module; The tray connects the guide module and the drive end of the first translation drive module. The first translation drive module drives the tray to move along the guide module. By setting the guide module, the movement of the tray can be stably guided, thereby ensuring the positioning stability of the product.

[0007] In some implementations, the guiding module includes a guide rail extending along the driving path of the first translation driving module and a slider disposed on the guide rail; The slider is connected to the tray, and with the cooperation of the guide rail and the slider, the tray is guided.

[0008] In some implementations, the number of guide modules is at least three, and the three guide modules are arranged in parallel to further ensure the stable guidance and movement of the tray.

[0009] In some implementations, the feeding mechanism includes a material picking module and a first driving module that drives the material picking module to move in different directions. The first driving module drives the material picking module to move to a set position to pick up and place products, thereby achieving an automated feeding effect.

[0010] In some implementations, the first driving module includes at least a horizontal driving unit that drives in the horizontal direction and a vertical driving unit that drives in the vertical direction. The drive end of the horizontal drive unit is connected to the lifting drive unit, and the drive end of the lifting drive unit is connected to the material handling module. The material handling module can move to a suitable position under the drive of the horizontal drive unit and the lifting drive unit to achieve automated material loading.

[0011] In some implementations, the material handling module includes at least two material handling adsorption units, which are arranged adjacent to each other. The number of the contour jigs is at least two, and the two contour jigs correspond to the positions of the two material picking and adsorption units respectively. Setting multiple material picking and adsorption units and corresponding number of contour jigs can improve work efficiency.

[0012] In some implementations, the flipping mechanism includes a flipping drive unit and an adsorption module connected to the drive end of the flipping drive unit. After the adsorption module holds the bottom of the product, the flipping drive unit drives the adsorption module to flip the product, thereby achieving the individual flipping function of the product.

[0013] In some implementations, the second positioning mechanism includes a positioning platform and a first pushing module and a second pushing module respectively disposed on adjacent sides of the positioning platform; Positioning reference blocks are provided on opposite sides of both the first and second pushing modules. By setting up the first pushing module, the second pushing module, and the positioning reference blocks, accurate positioning of the product in different directions can be achieved.

[0014] Some implementations also include racks; The first positioning mechanism, the feeding mechanism, the flipping mechanism, the first translation mechanism, and the second positioning mechanism are all mounted on the frame. By assembling each mechanism on the frame, the overall stability of the device is achieved.

[0015] In summary, this utility model has at least the following advantages: This utility model provides a feeding and flipping device. A first positioning groove is set on the contour jig of the first positioning mechanism to position the product. Then, the first positioning mechanism is moved to the flipping mechanism position by a first translation mechanism. The product is flipped by avoiding the first through hole at the bottom of the first positioning groove and the second through hole of the tray. This allows the flipping drive unit to drive the adsorption module to adhere to the bottom of the product through the first and second through holes, and then the adsorption module flips the product. This achieves the effect of flipping the product individually, and enables better product flipping operations. Furthermore, after ensuring the product is placed on the second positioning platform, the adsorption module releases the product, ensuring the stability of the flipped product position. Compared with traditional feeding and flipping devices, this device has the advantages of simple structure and guaranteed product quality, and is suitable for flipping large sheet metal parts. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a feeding and turning device provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the first positioning mechanism provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the tray provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the contour jig provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the first translation mechanism provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the feeding mechanism provided in Embodiment 2 of this utility model; Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the flipping mechanism provided in Embodiment 3 of this utility model; Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the second positioning mechanism provided in Embodiment 3 of this utility model; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a feeding and turning device provided in Embodiment 3 of this utility model; Marked in the image: 100. First positioning mechanism; 110. Contouring fixture; 111. First positioning groove; 112. First through hole; 120. Tray; 121. Second through hole; 200. Feeding mechanism; 210. Material handling module; 211. Material handling and adsorption unit; 220. First drive module; 221. Horizontal drive unit; 222. Lifting drive unit; 300. Tilting mechanism; 310. Tilting drive unit; 320. Adsorption module; 400. First translation mechanism; 410. Guide module; 411. Guide rail; 412. Slider; 420. First translation drive module; 500. Second positioning mechanism; 510. Positioning platform; 520. First propulsion module; 530. Second propulsion module; 540. Positioning reference block; 600, rack. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To facilitate understanding of the present invention, a more comprehensive description will be given below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The drawings illustrate preferred embodiments of the invention. However, the invention can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of the invention.

[0018] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly attached to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component.

[0019] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this invention. In addition, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0020] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein in the description of the invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention.

[0021] Example 1: Please see Figures 1-5 A feeding and turning device includes a first positioning mechanism 100, a feeding mechanism 200, a turning mechanism 300, a first translation mechanism 400, and a second positioning mechanism 500.

[0022] The first positioning mechanism 100 is used to position the product after it is loaded. The first positioning mechanism 100 includes a contour jig 110 and a tray 120. The contour jig 110 is disposed on the tray 120 and a first positioning groove 111 is formed on the contour jig 110.

[0023] The contour jig 110 is mounted on the tray 120. Specifically, the contour jig 110 is mounted on the tray 120 in a detachable manner. For example, the contour jig 110 is locked on the tray 120 by using positioning holes and screws passing through the positioning holes. When changing products on the production line, the contour jig 110 can also be disassembled and replaced. At the same time, the number of contour jigs 110 can be increased or decreased according to the production capacity requirements.

[0024] The contour jig 110 is used to position the product. The first positioning groove 111 on the contour jig 110 is a contour design based on the product to be positioned. For example, in one example, the product is a large sheet metal part. Correspondingly, the shape of the first positioning groove 111 of the contour jig 110 is similar to the outer contour of the large sheet metal part to ensure the positioning of the large sheet metal part.

[0025] The bottom wall of the first positioning groove 111 has a first through hole 112, and the tray 120 has a second through hole 121 at the position corresponding to the first through hole 112. The first through hole 112 and the second through hole 121 are used for product flipping and avoidance.

[0026] For example, in the initial stage of flipping, the flipping mechanism 300 is located below the tray 120. By avoiding the first through hole 112 and the second through hole 121, the flipping mechanism 300 can drive the product in the first positioning groove 111 to flip.

[0027] The feeding mechanism 200 is used to feed products into the first positioning groove 111. The feeding mechanism 200 and the first positioning mechanism 100 are arranged adjacent to each other. The feeding mechanism 200 can be connected to the previous station or equipment, etc., to feed the products of the previous station or equipment into the first positioning groove 111 of the first positioning mechanism 100, so as to realize the automated feeding effect of products.

[0028] The flipping mechanism 300 is used to flip the product in the first positioning groove 111. The flipping mechanism 300 is located below the tray 120. By avoiding the first through hole 112 and the second through hole 121, the flipping mechanism 300 flips the product in the first positioning groove 111 from the first positioning mechanism 100 to the second positioning mechanism 500.

[0029] The first translation mechanism 400 is used to drive the first positioning mechanism 100 to move between the feeding mechanism 200 and the flipping mechanism 300. For example, in the feeding stage, the first translation mechanism 400 drives the first positioning mechanism 100 to move to the feeding mechanism 200. After the feeding mechanism 200 feeds the product into the first positioning slot 111 of the first positioning mechanism 100, the first translation mechanism 400 moves the first positioning mechanism 100 to the flipping mechanism 300. The flipping mechanism 300 flips the product on the first positioning mechanism 100 to the second positioning mechanism 500. The second positioning mechanism 500 positions the flipped product to facilitate subsequent film application operations.

[0030] In some embodiments, the first translation mechanism 400 includes a guide module 410 and a first translation drive module 420; the tray 120 connects the guide module 410 and the drive end of the first translation drive module 420, and the first translation drive module 420 drives the tray 120 to move along the guide module 410. By setting the guide module 410, the movement of the tray 120 can play a stable guiding role, thereby ensuring the positioning stability of the product.

[0031] The guide module 410 includes a guide rail 411 extending along the drive path of the first translation drive module 420 and a slider 412 disposed on the guide rail 411; the slider 412 is connected to the tray 120, and the guide rail 411 and the slider 412 cooperate to guide the tray 120.

[0032] Specifically, the first translation drive module 420 drives the first positioning mechanism 100 to move between the feeding mechanism 200 and the flipping mechanism 300. That is, the guide rail 411 is distributed between the first positioning mechanism 100 and the feeding mechanism 200, providing a stable guiding function for the pallet 120 when the first translation drive module 420 drives the pallet 120 to move back and forth between the feeding mechanism 200 and the flipping mechanism 300. The slider 412 and the guide rail 411 are in a sliding fit relationship. The slider 412 connects to the pallet 120, so that when the slider 412 slides on the guide rail 411, it can drive the pallet 120 to move.

[0033] Furthermore, the number of guide modules 410 is at least three, and the three guide modules 410 are arranged in parallel to further ensure the stable guiding movement of the tray 120.

[0034] This embodiment provides a feeding and flipping device. The product is positioned by setting a first positioning groove 111 on the contour jig 110 of the first positioning mechanism 100. Then, the first positioning mechanism 100 is moved to the position of the flipping mechanism 300 by the first translation mechanism 400. The product is then flipped using the first through hole 112 at the bottom of the first positioning groove 111 and the second through hole 121 of the tray 120, allowing the flipping mechanism 300 to achieve the effect of flipping the product independently. Compared with traditional feeding and flipping devices, this device has the advantages of simple structure and ensuring product quality, and is suitable for flipping large sheet metal parts. The first translation mechanism 400 includes a guide module 410 and a first translation drive module 420. The guide module 410 provides stable guidance for the movement of the tray 120, thereby ensuring the positioning stability of the product.

[0035] Example 2: This embodiment makes further structural optimizations based on Embodiment 1. Please refer to... Figures 1-5 Based on the above Figure 6 .

[0036] In this embodiment, the feeding mechanism 200 includes a material picking module 210 and a first driving module 220 that drives the material picking module 210 to move in different directions. The first driving module 220 drives the material picking module 210 to move to a set position to pick up and place products, thereby achieving an automated feeding effect.

[0037] Specifically, the first drive module 220 includes at least a horizontal drive unit 221 that drives in the horizontal direction and a lifting drive unit 222 that drives in the vertical direction; the drive end of the horizontal drive unit 221 is connected to the lifting drive unit 222, and the drive end of the lifting drive unit 222 is connected to the material picking module 210. The material picking module 210 can move in a corresponding position under the drive of the horizontal drive unit 221 and the lifting drive unit 222 to achieve automated material feeding.

[0038] For example, during the material handling process, the horizontal drive unit 221 first drives the material handling module 210 to move to the set position, and then the lifting drive unit 222 drives the material handling module 210 to descend above the product to handle the material. After that, the lifting drive unit 222 drives the material handling module 210 to return to the initial height, the horizontal drive unit 221 drives the material handling module 210 to move above the first positioning slot 111, and the lifting drive unit 222 drives the material handling module 210 to descend and place the product in the first positioning slot 111.

[0039] In some embodiments, the material handling module 210 includes at least two material handling adsorption units 211, which are arranged adjacent to each other; the number of contour jigs 110 is at least two, with each contour jig 110 corresponding to the position of one of the two material handling adsorption units 211. Setting multiple material handling adsorption units 211 and corresponding contour jigs 110 can improve work efficiency.

[0040] For example, the adsorption unit includes a mounting frame on which four suction cups are mounted. The four suction cups are connected to form a quadrilateral, and adjacent suction cups are symmetrical. Since traditional large sheet metal parts are usually quadrilateral structures, four suction cups are used here to simultaneously pick up materials to meet the material handling requirements of large sheet metal parts and to improve the stability of material handling.

[0041] Example 3: This embodiment makes further structural optimizations based on Embodiment 1. Please refer to... Figures 1-5 Based on the above Figures 7-9 .

[0042] In this embodiment, the flipping mechanism 300 includes a flipping drive unit 310 and an adsorption module 320 connected to the drive end of the flipping drive unit 310. After the adsorption module 320 picks up the bottom of the product, the flipping drive unit 310 drives the adsorption module 320 to flip the product, thereby realizing the individual flipping function of the product.

[0043] It is known that a first through hole 112 is formed at the bottom of the first positioning groove 111, and a second through hole 121 is formed on the tray 120 at the position corresponding to the first through hole 112. After the product is fed into the first positioning groove 111 by the feeding mechanism 200, the first translation mechanism 400 drives the first positioning mechanism 100 to move to the position of the flipping mechanism 300. When the first positioning mechanism 100 moves into place, the adsorption module 320 is located below the tray 120 and corresponds to the position of the second through hole 121. The adsorption module 320 passes through the second through hole 121 and the first through hole 112 and adsorbs the bottom of the product in the first positioning groove 111. Then, the flipping drive unit 310 drives the adsorption module 320 to rotate the product 180 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise upwards. Finally, the product is placed on the second positioning mechanism 500. It should be noted that the first through hole 112 and the second through hole 121 are used to avoid the product flipping operation. Therefore, when the adsorption module 320 drives the product to flip, the adsorption module 320 can smoothly pass through the first through hole 112 and the second through hole 121 to flip.

[0044] Here, the product is positioned by setting a first positioning groove 111 on the contour jig 110 of the first positioning mechanism 100. Then, the first positioning mechanism 100 is moved to the position of the flipping mechanism 300 by the first translation mechanism 400. The first through hole 112 at the bottom of the first positioning groove 111 and the second through hole 121 of the tray 120 are used to avoid the product during the flipping process. This allows the flipping drive unit 310 to drive the adsorption module 320 to suck up the bottom of the product by avoiding the first through hole 112 and the second through hole 121. The adsorption module 320 then drives the product to flip, achieving the effect of flipping the product separately. It can also achieve a better flipping operation for the product. After ensuring that the product is placed on the second positioning platform 510, the adsorption module 320 releases the product to ensure the stability of the product position after flipping. Compared with the traditional feeding and flipping device, this feeding and flipping device has the advantages of simple structure and ensuring product quality. It is suitable for flipping operations of large-size sheet metal parts.

[0045] In some embodiments, the second positioning mechanism 500 includes a positioning platform 510 and a first pushing module 520 and a second pushing module 530 respectively disposed on adjacent sides of the positioning platform 510; a positioning reference block 540 is disposed on the opposite side of the first pushing module 520 and the second pushing module 530. By setting the first pushing module 520, the second pushing module 530 and the positioning reference block 540, accurate positioning of the product in different directions can be achieved.

[0046] After the flipping mechanism 300 places the product on the positioning platform 510, the first pushing module 520 and the second pushing module 530 push the product in different directions to abut against the positioning reference block 540, so as to achieve the positioning of the product after flipping, so as to facilitate subsequent operations such as applying film to the flipped product.

[0047] In some embodiments, the feeding and turning device further includes a frame 600; the first positioning mechanism 100, the feeding mechanism 200, the turning mechanism 300, the first translation mechanism 400, and the second positioning mechanism 500 are all mounted on the frame 600. By assembling each mechanism on the frame 600, the overall stability of the device is achieved.

[0048] The above description is merely an example and illustration of the structure of this invention, and while the description is specific and detailed, it should not be construed as limiting the scope of this invention. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this invention, and these obvious substitutions all fall within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A feeding and turning device, characterized in that, include: The first positioning mechanism (100) includes a contour jig (110) and a tray (120). The contour jig (110) is disposed on the tray (120). A first positioning groove (111) is formed on the contour jig (110). A first through hole (112) is provided on the bottom wall of the first positioning groove (111). A second through hole (121) is provided on the tray (120) at the position corresponding to the first through hole (112). The first through hole (112) and the second through hole (121) are used for product flipping and avoidance. The feeding mechanism (200) is used to feed the product into the first positioning groove (111); A flipping mechanism (300) is used to flip the product in the first positioning groove (111); The first translation mechanism (400) is used to drive the first positioning mechanism (100) to move between the feeding mechanism (200) and the flipping mechanism (300); The second positioning mechanism (500) is used for positioning the product after it has been flipped.

2. The feeding and turning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first translation mechanism (400) includes a guide module (410) and a first translation drive module (420). The tray (120) is connected to the guide module (410) and the drive end of the first translation drive module (420), and the first translation drive module (420) drives the tray (120) to move along the guide module (410).

3. The feeding and turning device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The guide module (410) includes a guide rail (411) extending along the drive path of the first translation drive module (420) and a slider (412) disposed on the guide rail (411). The slider (412) is connected to the tray (120).

4. The feeding and turning device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The number of the guide modules (410) is at least three, and the three guide modules (410) are arranged in parallel.

5. The feeding and turning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding mechanism (200) includes a material handling module (210) and a first drive module (220) that drives the material handling module (210) to move in different directions.

6. The feeding and turning device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first drive module (220) includes at least a horizontal drive unit (221) that drives in the horizontal direction and a vertical drive unit (222) that drives in the vertical direction. The driving end of the horizontal driving unit (221) is connected to the lifting driving unit (222), and the driving end of the lifting driving unit (222) is connected to the material handling module (210).

7. The feeding and turning device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The material handling module (210) includes at least two material handling adsorption units (211), and the two material handling adsorption units (211) are arranged adjacent to each other; The number of the contour jigs (110) is at least two, and the two contour jigs (110) correspond to the positions of the two material picking and adsorption units (211).

8. The feeding and turning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flipping mechanism (300) includes a flipping drive unit (310) and an adsorption module (320) connected to the drive end of the flipping drive unit (310).

9. The feeding and turning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second positioning mechanism (500) includes a positioning platform (510) and a first pushing module (520) and a second pushing module (530) respectively disposed on adjacent sides of the positioning platform (510). Positioning reference blocks (540) are provided on opposite sides of the first pushing module (520) and the second pushing module (530).

10. The feeding and turning device according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, It also includes racks (600); The first positioning mechanism (100), the feeding mechanism (200), the flipping mechanism (300), the first translation mechanism (400) and the second positioning mechanism (500) are all mounted on the frame (600).

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