A WAREHOUSE BELT PRODUCTION SYSTEM AND EAR BENDING LINE
Patent Information
- Application Number
- TR202613594
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TR · TR
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2026-08-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-09-21
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Abstract
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1 TARIFF A WAREHOUSE BELT PRODUCTION SYSTEM AND EAR BENDING LINE Technical Area 5 The invention involves the automatic or semi-automatic production of tank belts made from sheet metal. It is related to systems. The system consists of a sheet metal feeding and forming line where the sheet metal is advanced and pre-formed, and the product... The first transfer line, through which the goods were transported between the processing stations, was located at both ends of the belt. the ear fold line where the ears bend, the pressure points created on the ears the press line and the stock transfer line where the finished product is transferred out of the system It includes. The invention also involves bending the storage belt both from its position and from form 15 during the bending process. supporting it from the surface and removing at least one bending element from the product after the bending process. It relates to the ear bending line, which allows for easy removal of the product by moving it away. State of the Art Tank girders are long 20-inch sections that hold a tank hull on a chassis or similar supporting structure. They are sheet metal parts. The body of the belt consists of flat or curved sections suitable for the shape of the tank. It may include; it may have lugs at both ends used for connection. The process involves cutting the sheet metal during production, shaping it, bending the ears, and folding it. Combining the zones and unloading the product can be done on separate machines. 25 The product is transported manually between stations and reused at each station. positioning; deviation in ear angles, slipping, twisting or front of the product This can lead to distortion of the form. Another problem encountered in ear bending procedures is that the bending element of the bent ear is 30 It is a partial enclosure and attachment to the element. The bending element is only in the reverse direction. rotating it, reopening the ear, scratching the product, or removing the product from the station This can lead to it not being able to be removed. 2 Document CN115213297A describes the cutting and end bending of the fuel tank belt. integrated system that performs flanging, welding and removal operations in the same die cycle A pattern is described. However, in this document; pre-forming, while preserving the reference. The transfer system is a modular system where stock transfer works together with separate ear bending and pressing lines. There is no production system. Furthermore, the product's location and form 5 supported from the surface and the bending element returning separately from the product after bending The withdrawal is not being explained. Document EP0490828A1 describes how a sheet metal is held and bent using pressure elements. a general purpose sheet metal bending machine with blades that bend the edge This solution is explained as follows: This solution involves two sections of a long reservoir belt that was previously given a curved form. It is not intended to shape the ears at the ends with separate groups of bends. The approach and departure movements in the document are also similar to the bending of a bent ear. an independent withdrawal motion used to release an element It is not. 15 Therefore, the two-ear controlled bending mechanism protects the front shape of the storage belt during bending. shaping it in this way, preventing the bending element from getting stuck in the product and from sheet metal feeding. A system is needed that ensures uninterrupted production until inventory transfer. Purpose of the Invention The purpose of the invention is to create a stock of warehouse belts, from the pre-forming of strip sheet metal to the completion of the warehouse belt. performing the processes sequentially and in a controlled manner until it is transferred to the region The goal is to develop a production system. The invention reduces the need for manual handling of the product between stations. The orientation of the product is maintained and the belt body does not slip during ear bending. Twisting or loss of shape is limited. Another aim of the invention is to connect the ears at both ends of the belt with separate bending groups of 30 After shaping and bending are complete, at least one bending element is removed from the product. The goal is to ensure the bent ear is freed without being damaged by pulling. 3 Thanks to the bending and pressing processes being carried out on separate lines, each process has its own unique structure. It can be adjusted according to the force, movement, and team structure. The system also offers different It can be adapted to different belt sizes and ear geometries. For these purposes, the system consists of a sheet metal feed and forming line (110), first transfer line (120), 5 Product positioning and fixing group (210), form surface printing group (220), first and second ear bending groups (230, 240), movable carrier (250), guiding assembly (260), retraction group (270), press line (140) and stock transfer line (150) It includes. Explanation of the Figures Figure 1 shows the sheet metal feeder and forming machine involved in the warehouse belt production system, which is the subject of the invention. It is a perspective view of the line. Figure 2 shows the first transfer line, 15, which transfers the given storage belt between processing lines. It is a perspective view. Figure 3 shows the product positioning and fixing group, and the printing group from the form surface. the ear bending line including the first and second ear bending groups and the retraction group It is a perspective view. Figure 4 shows the creation of pressure points in the bent ear regions of the storage belt. 20 This is a perspective view of the press line. Figure 5 shows the storage belt, after the pressing process is completed, either in the stock area or outside the system. This is a perspective view of the stock transfer line that enables the transfer of inventory. Figure 6 shows the reservoir including the belt body, first ear, second ear, and pressure points. This is the general appearance of the generation. 25 Explanation of Part References 110. Sheet metal feeding and forming line 120. First transfer line 130. Ear bending line 30 140. Press line 150. Stock transfer line 200. Carrier body 210. Product positioning and fixing group 220. Form surface printing group 35 4 230. First ear bending group 231. First bending element 232. First drive unit 233. First drive shaft 240. Second ear bending group 5 241. Second bending element 242. Second drive unit 250. Mobile carrier 260. Guiding mechanism 270. Withdrawal group 10 300th Warehouse Generation 310th generation body 340. First ear 350. Second ear 360. Press points 15 Detailed Description of the Invention The invention is a tank that enables the serial production of tank belts (300) from sheet metal. Warehouse belt (300) is related to the production system of a warehouse body chassis, carrier fixing, enclosing or 20 on a platform or other supporting structure It is a longitudinal sheet metal product used for support purposes. Depot belt (300), a belt body extending longitudinally (310), belt body (310) with the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) located at opposite ends. It includes multiple pressure points (360) created on the ears. Belt 25 The body (310) is flat, so as to match the outer shape of the tank body in which it will be used. It can be arranged in a curved, angular, or a combination of these shapes. The first ear (340) and the second ear (350) are sheet metal in the end regions of the belt body (310). These are connection areas created by bending the material inwards. 30 The ears, depending on the structure to be attached, may have the same or different bending directions and openings. It can have different lengths, bending radii, and cross-sectional geometries. Press points (360) is the local area that connects the overlapping layers of hair in the ears. These are shaping zones. 35 The warehouse belt production system generally consists of a sheet metal drive and forming line (110), first transfer line (120), ear bending line (130), press line (140) and stock transfer line (150) It includes these lines, from the input of sheet metal into the system to the finished warehouse. The processes up to the decommissioning of generation (300) from the system are a series of consecutive operations It is carried out within the production flow. 5 Sheet metal feed and forming line (110), feeds the sheet metal in strip form in the production direction. proceeding in a controlled manner and the front of the storage belt (300) of the said sheet metal material It gives the sheet metal its form. The sheet metal comes from a sheet metal feed source at the entrance of the line. It can be obtained and determined by 10 drive elements that advance the sheet metal without slipping. It can be fed into the shaping area in sufficient quantities. Preforming process; cylinders, die surfaces, pressing elements or successive This can be achieved using forming elements. As a result of this process, the sheet metal... The material, the basic curve of the belt body (310), its angular transitions or these geometries 15 It is transformed into a semi-finished product containing the components. The form created at this stage... protection of the completed warehouse belt during subsequent handling and bending operations. It is important in terms of accuracy of measurement and form. First transfer line (120), pre-formed warehouse belt (300) sheet metal drive and forming 20 It transfers from line (110) to ear bending line (130). The same first transfer line (120), The warehouse belt (300) with ear bending completed is pressed from the ear bending line (130). It carries it to the line (140). For this purpose, the transfer line operates between the two processing areas. They may include separate transfer groups. Gripper holding the product at specific gripping points on the first transfer line (120) fingers, gripping jaws, or different gripping elements suitable for the product geometry. It can be used. The product is used with lifting and linear or combined conveying movements. It is then transported to the next station and left at the reference structure of that station. Thus, the orientation of the product determined in the sheet metal feed and forming line (110) is ear 30 It is largely protected in the bending line (130) and the press line (140). Ear bending line (130) is located at opposite ends of the formed warehouse belt (300) It enables the bending of the first ear (340) and the second ear (350). Ear bending line (130); a carrier body (200), product positioning and fixing group (210), form 35 6 surface suppression group (220), first ear bending group (230), second ear bending group (240), at least one movable carrier (250), guiding device (260) and retraction It includes the group (270). The carrier body (200), product positioning and fixing group (210), 5 from the form surface. suppression group (220), first ear bending group (230) and second ear bending The carrier group (240) carries the carrier in their respective working positions. relative positions of the groups under the forces generated during bending of the body (200). It is designed with sufficient rigidity to provide protection. The connection areas of the relevant groups are different storage zones. fixed or 10 to accommodate their length, width or ear spacing. It can be adjusted. Product positioning and fixing group (210), pre-taken from the first transfer line (120) the formed warehouse belt (300) in the correct processing position in the ear bending area This group brings together 15 pre-shaped edges, openings, surfaces, or other features of the product. supports, clamping elements, and couplings that come into contact with a reference area. It may include elements or support surfaces. Product positioning and fixing group (210), first bend of warehouse belt (300) longitudinal, transverse and angular 20 with respect to the first bending element (231) and the second bending element (241). determining its position; preventing the product from slipping or rotating during the bending process. It limits. Surfaces in contact with the product may leave permanent marks on the belt body (310) or It can be shaped in a way that will not cause unwanted local deformation. Form surface printing group (220), product positioning and fixing group 25 (210) unlike the printing on the preformed form surface of the belt body (310). This support applies to the bending forces applied to the ears within the girdle body. This reduces the risk of warping, twisting, or loss of shape. The printing surface, the banding... a single-piece surface or different that adapts to the curved or angled shape of its body They can be arranged as multiple printing elements in contact with different areas. 30 In a work cycle, warehouse belt (300) first product positioning and fixing group (210) is brought to the bending reference and fixed. Then the form from the surface of the printing group (220), approaching the form surface of the belt body (310) 7 It applies pressure to the product. Thus, the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) are not bent. First, the product is supported in terms of both location and current form. First ear bending group (230), first bending element (231) bending the first ear (340) with the first drive unit (232) which moves the first bending element (231) in question 5 It includes. In one application, the first ear bending group (230) of the first drive unit. (232) the first drive shaft which transmits the motion it produces to the first bending element (231) (233) also includes. The first drive shaft (233) is directly or directly connected to the first bending element. It can be connected via a linkage and motion transmission structure. The second ear bending group (240) with the second bending element (241) which bends the second ear (350). second drive unit (242) which moves the second bending element (241) It includes. The second drive unit (242) transmits the motion directly to the second bending element (241). can transmit or a shaft, connecting element or power transmission system located in between It can transmit data through the system. 15 The working surfaces of the first bending element (231) and the second bending element (241) are related to according to the ultimate internal opening of the ear, the radius of bending, and the direction of folding. It can be shaped. The first ear (340) and the second ear (350) have the same geometry. When this is the case, the bending elements can be arranged similarly; the ear geometries are different. 20 When this happens, each bending element has a different working surface suitable for the respective ear. It is possible. First drive unit (232) and second drive unit (242), electric motor, servo motor, It can be configured as a pneumatic rotary actuator or a hydraulic actuator. Drive 25 The motion can be purely rotational motion, or it can be a combination of rotational and linear motion. A movement pattern in which both movements are performed together can also be used. First ear bending group (230) and second ear bending group (240), storage belt (300) They are positioned on opposite sides. The first bending element (231) and the second 30 The bending element (241) is moved from opposite sides of the warehouse belt to the first It bends the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) in opposite directions. The ears perform the same operation. simultaneously within the range or taking into account product geometry and force distribution They can be bent in a specified sequence. 35 8 At least one of the bending groups is located on the movable carrier (250). Movable The carrier (250) is retracted with the working position on the guiding device (260). It can move between positions. The guidance device (260) is movable. It determines the carrier's direction of movement, limits its lateral deviation, and ensures accuracy. It contributes to the repetition of its position in each cycle. 5 In one application, the movable carrier (250) carries the first ear bending group (230). In this configuration, the mobile carrier (250) is stored on the guiding mechanism (260). approaching the belt (300) and moving away from the storage belt (300) It is moving. In other applications, the movable carrier (250), second ear bending 10 can carry the group (240) or separate movable carriers for both bending groups It is available for use. The ear, around the working surface of the relevant bending element, turns inward towards itself. When folded, it can partially surround the bending element or be positioned 15 inches between itself and the bending element. It can be fitted geometrically. In such a case, only the bending element Reversing the bending direction straightens the bent ear, unbending it. change in angle, damage to the product surface, or bending of the product at the bending line This can lead to it not being able to be removed. The pull-back group (270) from the first bending element (231) after the bending process or at least one of the second bending elements (241) from the storage belt (300) It removes. The withdrawal group (270) carries at least one of the bending groups. movable carrier (250), guiding device that directs the movement of the movable carrier (260) and move the movable carrier between the working position and the retracted position 25 It can operate in conjunction with a drive system that provides power. The retraction movement is a different degree of freedom than the bending movement of the bending element. It is a movement. Thanks to this movement, the bending element moves in the direction of the opening of the bent ear. 30 in a suitable direction, through the ear canal or the area that contacts the ear. It is removed. Thus, the ear bending line (130) of the storage belt (300) the necessary freedom of space is created for removal and the shape of the bent ear It is protected. 9 The retraction motion begins after the bending motion has completely ceased. can be performed or partially simultaneously with the final part of the bending movement. It can be performed. The motion can be linear, or a combination of linear and rotational motions. It can also follow an orbit consisting of a combination. The retraction group (270) only to the first ear bending group (230), to the second ear bending group only (240) or to every 5 It can be applied to two groups. Preformed storage belt (300) in the sample working cycle of ear bending operation, The product is brought to the ear bending line (130) via the first transfer line (120). positioning and fixing group (210), the product first bending element (231) and second 10 It positions and fixes it according to the bending element (241). Then the form printing group (220) from the surface, pre-formed form of belt body (310) It applies pressure to the surface. After the product's position and form are supported, the first drive unit (232) and the second drive 15 Unit (242) is operated. First bending element (231) first ear (340), second The bending element (241) bends the second ear (350) onto itself. Bending the amount of movement of the elements depends on the desired ear opening and the final bending angle. It is determined. After the bending process is completed, either from the first ear bending group (230) or the second The movable carrier (250) carrying at least one of the ear bending groups (240), guiding The mechanism (260) is moved to the retracted position along the way. This movement as a result of the first bending element (231) or the second bending element (241) At least one of them is removed from the warehouse belt (300). 25 after the bending element separates from the ear then product positioning and fixing with the printing group (220) from the form surface group (210) is put into free position. The first transfer line (120) releases the storage belt at the ear bending line (130). (300) grasps and transfers to the press line (140). The retraction group (270) 30 the gap it created, the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) are bent This allows the product to be transported without getting caught in the bending elements. Press line (140), pressing process on warehouse belt (300) where ear bending process is completed. It is implemented. After the product is positioned and fixed in the working area of the press line, 35 then, local to the overlapping sheet metal layers in the first ear (340) and the second ear (350). Multiple press points (360°) are created by applying pressure. Press points (360) are connected to each other through local plastic deformation of sheet layers. It can hold in place and requires a separate screw, rivet, or additional fastener. 5 It can create a mechanical connection without using the primary method. In the preferred application, the primary method is... Four pressure points on the first ear (340) and four pressure points on the second ear (350) (360) However, the number, shape, depth, and spacing of the pressure points vary. distribution depends on sheet metal thickness, ear geometry, and expected mechanical loads. It can be changed. 10 The pressing operations on the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) are performed simultaneously or It can be carried out sequentially. Ear bending line (130) and press line (140) Arranging them as separate processing stations, bending and pressing operations require force, 15 This ensures that the bending elements are not subjected to compressive forces and each The appropriate tool setup can be used for the process. Stock transfer line (150) is located at the exit of the press line (140) and pressing The completed warehouse belt (300) is transferred out of the system. Stock transfer line 20 (150), a product holder group that grips or supports the product from below and this group on the press line and may include a transfer structure that moves between the stock area. Completed to the product storage area, product picking area or a subsequent production station It is portable. In the warehouse belt production method, the sheet metal material is first fed and formed on the sheet metal conveyor and forming line. (110) is being advanced and the preliminary form of the storage belt (300) is being given to the sheet metal. The formed warehouse belt (300) is bent through the first transfer line (120). is transferred to line (130); here product positioning and fixing group (210) It is positioned and fixed via the printing group (220) 30 from the form surface. It is printed from the form surface via this method. Then the first ear (340) passes through the first bending element (231), the second ear (350) It is bent through the second bending element (241). After the bending process At least one of the bending elements is released from the storage belt via the retraction group (270) 35 11 (300) is removed. The storage belt (300) with ear bending completed, first The product is transferred to the press line (140) via the transfer line (120), and there are multiple products on it. Press point (360) is created and product stock transfer is completed after pressing process It is removed from the system via line (150). Product positioning and fixing group (210), form surface printing group (220), The parts of the bending and pressing elements that come into contact with the product are different storage belts. They can be arranged in a way that can be changed according to their geometries. Similarly, the first and Positions of the second ear bending groups on the carrier body (200), belt width or it can be adjusted according to ear spacing. 10 The system can be configured for mass production of a single type of warehouse belt, or for different types. storage belts with varying length, width, curvature, and ear geometry on the same line It can also be suitable for production. Distances between lines, transfer movements, bending angles, retraction distances, pressing forces, and locations of pressing points 15 These can be determined by mechanical or programmed settings, depending on the product to be manufactured. Thanks to the invention, the pre-formed warehouse belt (300) can be bent during the ear bending process. product positioning and fixing group (210) as well as form surface printing group (220) is supported by. This structure, the forces applied to the ears are belt 20 It reduces the risk of distorting the existing form of the body (310). Separate opposite ears Shaping with bending groups ensures appropriate bending geometry and movement for each ear. It allows the use of the system. The activation of the retraction group (270) after the bending process, 25 of the bent ear This limits the product from getting caught in the bending element and automatically directs it to the next one. This facilitates the transfer to the station. The bending and pressing processes are separate. The execution of the process on the lines allows for independent configuration of the settings; first transfer The stock transfer line (120) and the stock transfer line (150) reduce operator intervention by reducing product This contributes to maintaining the orientation throughout the production flow. 30 The invention concerns a warehouse belt production system, sheet metal forming, mechanical drive, and automation. and can be produced using transfer equipment and in mass production facilities. It is applicable. The system can be used to attach vehicle fuel tanks or different body structures to supporting structures. It can be adapted to the production of band-shaped sheet metal products used in fastening. 35
Claims
12 REQUESTS 1. The invention is a reservoir with a first ear (340) and a second ear (350) on it. It is a warehouse belt production system for the production of belts (300), its feature is; advancing the sheet metal and the storage belt (300) 5 to the sheet metal in question a sheet metal driver and forming line that gives the preform (110), pre-formed warehouse belt (300) from sheet metal drive and forming line (110) to an ear bending line (130) and the warehouse where the ear bending process is completed transferring the belt (300) from ear bending line (130) to a press line (140) first transfer line (120), 10 a device that positions and secures the storage belt (300) during the bending process Product positioning and fixing group (210), A form that fixes the storage belt (300) by pressing it from the form surface surface printing group (220), A first bending element that bends the first ear (340) of the storage belt (300) 15 (231) and a first bending element (231) that moves the first bending element (231). a first ear bending group (230) containing a drive unit (232), A second bending element that bends the second ear (350) of the storage belt (300). (241) and a second bending element (241) that moves the said second bending element (241). A second ear bending group (240) containing a drive unit (242), 20 from the first ear bending group (230) or from the second ear bending group (240) a movable carrier carrying at least one (250), a guiding device that directs the movement of the movable carrier (250) (260), after the bending process, from the first bending element (231) or the second bending element 25 by removing at least one of its (241) employees from the warehouse zone (300) a return that allows the belt (300) to be removed from the ear bending line (130). pull group (270), Pressing process on the warehouse belt (300) after the ear bending process is completed a press line (140), 30 a system that transfers the completed pressing process warehouse belt (300) out of the system Stock transfer line (150), It includes. 13 2. According to Claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, the characteristic of which is; ear bending line. (130), product positioning and fixing group (210), printing from form surface group (220), first ear bending group (230) and second ear bending group (240) is that it contains a carrier body (200) carrying (240).
3. According to Claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, characterized by; first ear bending. between the group (230), first drive unit (232) and first bending element (231) It includes a primary drive shaft (233) which provides motion transmission.
4. According to Claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, characterized by having a withdrawal group of 10. (270), from the first ear bending group (230) or from the second ear bending group (240) mobile carrier (250) carrying at least one of the mobile carriers (250) It includes the guiding mechanism (260) that directs its movement.
5. A warehouse belt production system according to claim 1 or 4, characterized by its movable 15 The carrier (250) must carry and guide the first ear bending group (230). Approaching the depot belt (300) and from the depot belt (300) on the mechanism (260) It is structured in such a way that it can move in the direction of departure.
6. According to Claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, characterized by having a 20-inch ear bending line. (130), first ear located on opposite sides of the depot belt (300) It includes the bending group (230) and the second ear bending group (240).
7. According to Claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, characterized by; the first transfer line (120), between the sheet metal drive and forming line (110) and the ear bending line (130) and 25 warehouse belt (300) between ear bending line (130) and press line (140) It is structured in a way that will allow the transfer of information.
8. According to claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, the feature of which is; press line (140), warehouse 30 to create multiple press points (360) on the belt (300). It is the structuring.
9. According to Claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, characterized by its stock transfer line. (150), positioning at the exit of the press line (140) and pressing process 14 to transfer the completed storage belt (300) out of the system It is the structuring.
10. According to Claim 1, it is a warehouse belt production system, the characteristic of which is; the warehouse belt (300), a belt body (310), the first 5 located at opposite ends of the belt body (310) on the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) and on the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) It contains multiple pressure points (360) created.
11. The invention is a reservoir with a first ear (340) and a second ear (350) on it. It is a warehouse belt production method for producing belts (300), and its feature is; 10 The sheet metal is fed through a sheet metal feed and forming line (110) and Giving the preliminary form of the storage belt (300) to the sheet metal material in question, through a first transfer line (120) of the preformed warehouse belt (300) transfer to an ear bending line (130), warehouse belt (300) a product positioning and fixing group (210) 15 positioning and fixing via, through the printing group (220) from a form surface of the storage belt (300) printing from the form surface, First bending element (231) of the first ear (340) of the storage belt (300) through and through the second bending element (241) of the second ear (350) 20 bending, after the bending process from the first bending element (231) or the second bending At least one of its members (241) through the withdrawal group (270) to the warehouse being removed from his generation (300), The first transfer line of the warehouse belt (300) where the ear bending process is completed 25 (120) transfer to the press line (140), Applying pressing operation on the warehouse belt (300) in press line (140), Stock transfer line (150) of warehouse belt (300) where pressing process is completed transferring it outside the system via, It includes the steps of the process. 30 12. According to claim 11, it is a warehouse belt production method, the characteristic of which is; the warehouse belt (300), Product positioning before bending the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) and its positioning and fixation via the fixing group (210) printing from the surface of the form via the printing group (220) It includes the steps.
13. A warehouse belt production method according to claim 11, characterized by; first bending. the opposite 5 of the storage belt (300) of the element (231) and the second bending element (241). by moving from the sides, the first ear (340) and the second ear (350) are moved opposite each other. The process involves bending the material from different directions.
14. According to claim 11, it is a warehouse belt production method, characterized by the bending process. after completion, from the first ear bending group (230) or the second ear 10 guiding the movable carrier (250) carrying at least one of the bending groups (240). by moving along the mechanism (260) from the first bending element (231) or at least one of the second bending elements (241) must be removed from the storage belt (300) It includes the process step.
15. According to claim 11, it is a warehouse belt production method, characterized by the ear bending process. Transfer of completed warehouse belt (300) to press line (140), warehouse belt (300) Creating multiple press points (360°) and the pressing process completed warehouse belt (300) out of the system via stock transfer line (150) The transfer process includes the steps involved. 20