A die casting production line
By integrating a central radial logistics layout and automated equipment into the die-casting production line, the problem of unreasonable layout in existing die-casting production lines has been solved, achieving efficient and automated logistics and production processes that can meet the needs of multi-variety production.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202522317216.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-10-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-11-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-10-31
AI Technical Summary
The existing die-casting production line has an unreasonable layout, with roundabout and cross-flowing material flow paths, large footprint, low logistics efficiency, insufficient cooling process efficiency, low degree of automation, and difficulty in unifying production rhythm, making it difficult to adapt to the needs of multi-variety and small-batch production.
A die-casting production line was designed, which organically combines a die-casting device, a transverse transfer device, and a surrounding processing device to form a central radial logistics layout. It integrates processes such as integrity detection, cooling, finished product sampling inspection, and palletizing. Most processes are completed using automated equipment, and two sets of alternating cooling mechanisms are set up to increase the flexibility and automation of the production line.
It achieves a clear and short material flow path, saves space, improves logistics efficiency, increases the automation level of the production line, solves the bottleneck of the cooling process, realizes high-speed continuous operation, adapts to the needs of multi-variety production, and improves production stability and professional operation efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a die-casting production line and belongs to the technical field of die-casting equipment. Background Technology
[0002] Die casting is a metal casting process characterized by applying high pressure to molten metal in a mold cavity to form castings with high dimensional accuracy and good surface quality. Traditional die casting production processes typically include multiple independent steps such as die casting, cooling, gate removal, trimming, and inspection. These steps are often performed by dispersed equipment, and the transfer of workpieces between these steps requires significant manual operation or the use of multiple independent handling robots, resulting in low production efficiency, high personnel requirements, and difficulty in coordinating production cycles.
[0003] With the development of industrial automation, some die-casting units that integrate some processes have emerged. However, existing integration solutions are often poorly laid out and have the following problems: 1) Material flow paths are circuitous and chaotic, with intersections or backflows, resulting in a large production line footprint and low logistics efficiency; 2) Insufficient efficiency of key processes (such as cooling) has become a bottleneck restricting the overall production cycle; 3) Post-processing processes (such as trimming and stacking) are not closely connected with the main production line, have a low degree of automation, and still require a lot of manual intervention; 4) The production line has poor flexibility and is difficult to adapt to the production needs of multiple varieties and small batches.
[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need in this field for a die-casting production line that is compact in layout, has smooth logistics, a high degree of automation, fast production cycle, and good flexibility. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a die-casting production line to solve the above-mentioned problems.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a die-casting production line, the die-casting production line comprising: A die-casting device, from which die-cast parts are output from the discharge port of the die-casting device; The transfer device includes a conveyor line arranged laterally at the outlet of the die-casting device and a robot arm arranged on the conveyor line, the robot arm being configured to move laterally to transport the die-casting part. The processing device includes an integrity inspection area, a cooling area, a finished product sampling area, a finished product stacking area, a finished product unloading area, a coding area, an edge trimming area, and a material handle cutting area, which are arranged in a ring around the end of the conveyor line away from the die-casting device.
[0007] Furthermore, the die-casting production line also includes a stacking device arranged near the end of the transfer device, the stacking device including a translation mechanism arranged in the same direction as the conveyor line and a stacking robot arm arranged on the translation mechanism.
[0008] Furthermore, the finished product sampling area and the finished product palletizing area are arranged as a group on one side of the palletizing device, and the finished product unloading area, coding area and trimming area are arranged as a group on the other side of the palletizing device.
[0009] Furthermore, a material handle stacking area and a material handle stacking robot are arranged between the edge cutting area and the material handle cutting area.
[0010] Furthermore, the cooling zone is equipped with two sets of cooling mechanisms, each including a cooling water tank and a lifting fixture mounted on the cooling water tank. The lifting fixture is used to support the die-cast part and move it into or out of the cooling water tank.
[0011] Furthermore, a cantilever crane is arranged near the cooling mechanism.
[0012] Furthermore, a spraying mechanism and a mold repair platform are arranged at one end of the transfer device near the die-casting device.
[0013] Furthermore, the finished product unloading area is equipped with a finished product transfer trolley.
[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By organically combining a die-casting device, a transverse transfer device, and a surrounding processing device, this application forms a highly efficient central-radial logistics layout. The material flow path is clear and short, with no cross-flow, significantly saving space and improving logistics efficiency. The production line has a high degree of automation. From die-casting part demolding, transfer, cooling, processing to final stacking, most processes are completed by automated equipment, greatly reducing manual intervention and ensuring production stability and consistency. By setting two sets of alternating cooling mechanisms, the bottleneck constraint of the cooling process on production cycle time is effectively solved, achieving high-cycle continuous operation. At the same time, the production line has a high degree of functional integration, integrating almost all necessary processes from blank to finished product, and the process can be flexibly adjusted through programming, offering good flexibility and adapting to the needs of multi-variety production. In addition, the independent stacking device and dedicated material handle handling area further improve the efficiency of professional operations and the standardization of on-site management.
[0015] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a die-casting production line according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified schematic diagram of the processing device. Detailed Implementation
[0017] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.
[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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 utility model.
[0019] 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 utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0020] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "on" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact through an intermediate medium.
[0021] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0022] Please refer to Figure 1The die casting production line shown in one embodiment of this application includes a die casting device 10, a transfer device 20, and a processing device 30.
[0023] The die-casting unit 10 is the starting point of the production line, from which die-cast parts are output. The transfer unit 20 includes a conveyor line 21 arranged laterally along the outlet of the die-casting unit 10 and a robot 22 mounted on the conveyor line 21. The robot 22 can move laterally along the conveyor line 21 and is responsible for gripping and transporting the die-cast parts. The processing unit 30 includes multiple functional areas arranged in a ring around the end of the conveyor line 21 away from the die-casting unit 10. These functional areas include, in sequence, an integrity inspection area 31, a cooling area 32, a finished product sampling area 33, a finished product stacking area 34, a finished product unloading area 35, a coding area 36, an edge trimming area 37, and a stalk cutting area 30, thus forming an integrated post-processing unit.
[0024] The process includes the following steps: Integrity Inspection Area 31: The robotic arm 22 first places the die-cast parts at this station. This station can be equipped with a vision inspection system or sensors to perform a preliminary appearance integrity check on the die-cast parts, determining whether there are obvious defects such as missing material or cracks. Cooling Area 32: After the preliminary inspection, the die-cast parts are at a high temperature and require forced cooling for subsequent finishing. The robotic arm 22 transfers the die-cast parts to the cooling area 32. Finished Product Sampling Inspection Area 33: Used for periodic or irregular detailed sampling inspection of the cooled finished die-cast parts, such as dimensional accuracy and internal quality. Finished Product Stacking Area 34: Qualified finished die-cast parts are neatly stacked (palletized) on pallets in this area, preparing for storage or transfer. Finished Product Unloading Area 35: Pallets of stacked finished products await transport in this area. Marking Area 36: In this area, finished die-cast parts are laser-marked or inkjet-printed to identify information such as production date, batch number, and product model. Edge trimming zone 37: During the die casting process, flash and burrs are generated. This area is used to remove these excess scraps. Material shank cutting zone 30: This zone is responsible for separating the die casting from the material shank, using plasma cutting or laser cutting equipment to cut the shank.
[0025] In one embodiment, the die-casting production line may also include a palletizing device 40 near the end of the transfer device 20. This palletizing device 40 includes a translation mechanism arranged in the same direction as the conveyor line 21 of the transfer device 20, and a palletizing robot mounted on the translation mechanism. The palletizing robot can move laterally along the translation mechanism and is specifically responsible for the palletizing of finished parts.
[0026] In one embodiment, regarding the layout around the palletizing device 40, the finished product sampling area 33 and the finished product palletizing area 34 can be grouped together and arranged on one side of the palletizing device 40. Simultaneously, the finished product unloading area 35, the coding area 36, and the trimming area 37 can be grouped together and arranged on the opposite side of the palletizing device 40. This symmetrical grouping layout clarifies the material flow logic and avoids path conflicts.
[0027] In one embodiment, a material handle stacking area 39 can be arranged between the trimming area 37 and the material handle cutting area 30, and equipped with a material handle stacking robot. The robot is responsible for automatically stacking and collecting the cut material handles in the material handle stacking area 39, which facilitates subsequent unified recycling and processing.
[0028] In one embodiment, the cooling zone 32 can be configured with two independent cooling mechanisms to achieve efficient operation. Each cooling mechanism includes a cooling water tank and a lifting fixture positioned above the water tank. The lifting fixture is used to support the die-cast part and can move it as a whole into or out of the cooling water tank for immersion cooling. The two mechanisms can operate alternately to match the production cycle.
[0029] In one embodiment, to facilitate equipment maintenance and emergency handling, a cantilever crane 50 can be arranged near the cooling mechanism to perform hoisting tasks for molds, fixtures or workpieces.
[0030] In one embodiment, a spraying mechanism 60 and a mold repair platform 70 may be arranged at one end of the transfer device 20 near the die-casting device 10. The spraying mechanism 60 is used to spray a release agent onto the mold cavity before die casting, while the mold repair platform 70 provides a dedicated space for cleaning, maintenance, and replacement of the mold.
[0031] In one embodiment, the finished product unloading area 35 can be equipped with finished product transfer trolleys to transport the stacked finished product pallets to the warehouse or the next process, thereby connecting the production line with the factory's logistics system.
[0032] This application achieves a highly efficient, centrally-radialized logistics layout by organically combining a die-casting device, a lateral transfer device, and a surrounding processing device. The material flow path is clear, short, and direct, with no cross-flow, significantly saving space and improving logistics efficiency. The production line is highly automated; from die-casting part demolding, transfer, cooling, processing to final stacking, most processes are completed by automated equipment, greatly reducing manual intervention and ensuring production stability and consistency. By setting up two sets of alternating cooling mechanisms, the bottleneck constraint of the cooling process on production cycle time is effectively solved, achieving high-cycle continuous operation. Simultaneously, the production line has a high degree of functional integration, integrating almost all necessary processes from raw material to finished product, and the process can be flexibly adjusted through programming, offering good flexibility and adapting to multi-variety production needs. Furthermore, the independent stacking device and dedicated material handle processing area further enhance professional operation efficiency and the standardization of on-site management. The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described; however, as long as these combinations of technical features do not contradict each other, they should be considered within the scope of this specification.
[0033] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A die casting production line, characterized in that, The die-casting production line includes: A die-casting device, from which die-cast parts are output from the discharge port of the die-casting device; The transfer device includes a conveyor line arranged laterally at the outlet of the die-casting device and a robot arm arranged on the conveyor line, the robot arm being configured to move laterally to transport the die-casting part. The processing device includes an integrity inspection area, a cooling area, a finished product sampling area, a finished product stacking area, a finished product unloading area, a coding area, an edge trimming area, and a material handle cutting area, which are arranged in a ring around the end of the conveyor line away from the die-casting device.
2. The die casting line according to claim 1, characterized in that, The die-casting production line also includes a stacking device arranged near the end of the transfer device, the stacking device including a translation mechanism arranged in the same direction as the conveyor line and a stacking robot arm arranged on the translation mechanism.
3. The die-casting production line as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The finished product sampling area and the finished product palletizing area are arranged as a group on one side of the palletizing device, and the finished product unloading area, coding area and trimming area are arranged as a group on the other side of the palletizing device.
4. The die-casting production line as described in claim 3, characterized in that, A material handle stacking area and a material handle stacking robot are arranged between the edge cutting area and the material handle cutting area.
5. The die-casting production line as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cooling zone is equipped with two sets of cooling mechanisms, each including a cooling water tank and a lifting fixture mounted on the cooling water tank. The lifting fixture is used to support the die-cast parts and move them into or out of the cooling water tank.
6. The die-casting production line as described in claim 5, characterized in that, A cantilever crane is arranged near the cooling mechanism.
7. The die-casting production line as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The transfer device is equipped with a spraying mechanism and a mold repair platform at one end near the die-casting device.
8. The die-casting production line as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The finished product unloading area is equipped with a finished product transfer trolley.