SIMULTANEOUS BOX ADVANCEMENT MECHANISM FOR PACKAGING AND PACKING MACHINES

Abstract

The invention relates to a simultaneous box advancement mechanism used in horizontal case packers for packaging products such as cleaning paper, paper towels, toilet paper, napkins, food, consumer goods, and similar items. This mechanism operates with a single drive system and enables the controlled and synchronized transfer of boxes between different processing stations.

Description

1 TARIFF SIMULTANEOUS BOXES FOR PACKAGING AND PACKING MACHINES. PROGRESS MECHANISM Technical Area The invention relates to cleaning paper, paper towels, toilet paper, napkins, food, consumer products and 5 horizontal carton filling machines used in the packaging of similar products (Horizontal Case Packer) operates with a single drive system and processes cases in different directions. enabling controlled and synchronized transfer between stations. It is related to the timing gearbox advancement mechanism. State of the Art 10 Horizontal case packers move products along a horizontal axis. This allows the boxes to be automatically placed into pre-prepared cardboard boxes. These are industrial packaging systems. These machines are used in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and cleaning industries. High production speed and repeatability are required in many sectors, such as products and consumer goods. It is used to achieve packaging quality. 15 Box feeding mechanisms used in horizontal carton filling machines, for empty or the controlled transportation of filled boxes along the production line and each These are the transportation systems that ensure the vehicle stops at the correct position at the station. These mechanisms, synchronized between opening, filling, closing and exit stations of packages By enabling its movement, it contributes to the uninterrupted continuation of the packaging cycle. 20 However, in these systems, parcel transfer and taping processes are involved. Numerous mechanical components are used in its implementation. These include: servo motors, pneumatic actuators, belt-pulley systems, chain mechanisms, The components include ball screws, guide elements, and various synchronization components. In addition, certain mechanical adjustments must be made by the operator for the systems to function correctly. These settings need to be configured and checked periodically. One of the most significant shortcomings of the current technique is the parcel transfer and taping processes. Synchronization is achieved because it is performed by different drive systems. This is the possibility of problems arising, especially in systems operating at high speeds, or In rigidity boxes, deviations in box position during forwarding movements occur. 30 This can occur due to incorrectly performed taping operations. 2 This can cause misalignment of the box lids and taping issues. Errors and a decrease in packaging quality may occur. Another disadvantage of the current state of the art is the large number of mechanical components. Due to its inclusion of multiple drive systems, it has high maintenance requirements. Drivetrain components wear out over time, misalignments occur, and malfunctions happen. 5 This can occur. This situation leads to unplanned shutdowns, production losses, and operational disruptions. This leads to increased costs. Furthermore, the independent lifting, transportation, and Advancement mechanisms both complicate machine design and the system. This increases the cost. Operator-related configuration errors also affect system performance. This can negatively affect product quality and cause fluctuations. 10 Given the aforementioned disadvantages of the current technique, less a single-component drive system that reduces dependence on operator settings. and a new mechanism that can synchronize parcel transfer operations It is needed. In conclusion, due to the negative aspects described above and the current solutions regarding issue 15 Due to its shortcomings, an improvement is needed in the relevant technical field. It has been made. Purpose of the Invention The invention was created by drawing inspiration from existing situations and overcoming the aforementioned drawbacks. It aims to solve. 20 The main purpose of the invention is to ensure the uniform filling of cartons in horizontal carton filling machines with a single drive system. The goal is to establish a mechanism that ensures timely progress. Another purpose of the invention is to eliminate the need for numerous mechanical components, thereby making possible The goal is to eliminate breakdown and maintenance costs. Another aim of the invention is to present a mechanism that operates with a single drive system. 25 The goal is to eliminate synchronization problems. This allows for high performance. in systems operating at high speeds or in boxes with low rigidity, during feeding movements Deviations in package position are prevented, and the taping process is performed flawlessly. is provided. 3 To fulfill the purposes described above, the invention involves horizontal carton filling and taping. used in their machines, operating with a single-axis drive and performing parcel transfer operations simultaneously. It is a box advancement mechanism that performs this function in a timed manner;  A main chassis,  Single-axis drive for propulsion mounted on the main chassis and 5 To enable the performance of lifting and lowering functions. a movable carrier mechanism that provides linear motion chain drive system and  Connected to the chain drive system and the aforementioned chain drive Driven by the system, two different 10-inch wheels move within a single cycle. the simultaneous transfer of the parcel to the next station movable carrier mechanism that provides It includes. The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below. Thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to these figures, it becomes clearer. 15 This will be understood as such, and therefore the evaluation will also take these forms and detailed explanations into account. This should be done taking that into consideration. Figures that will help understand the invention. Figure 1 shows the simultaneous box advancement mechanism in the horizontal carton filling machine. It is an overview of the labor movement. 20 Figure 2 shows the simultaneous box advancement mechanism in the horizontal carton filling machine. It is an alternative perspective on the labor movement. Figure 3 shows a general perspective view of the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. Figure 4 shows the view of the chassis module of the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. Figure 5 is a right-hand perspective view of the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. 25 Figure 6 shows the rear left view of the simultaneous gearbox advancement mechanism. Figure 7 shows the rear view of the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. Figure 8 shows a front view of the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. 4 Figure 9 shows the front and rear push plates vertically and at the start in the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. It is the appearance in its location. Figure 10 shows the front and rear push plates vertically in the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. This is the view at the point where the progression ends. Figure 11 shows the angular angle of the front and rear push plates in the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. It appears as a horizontally positioned view. Figure 12 shows the lowered front and rear push plates in the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. and its appearance in an angularly horizontal position. Figure 13 shows the lowered front and rear push plates in the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. and in the angularly horizontal position, its movement in the correct direction from the starting position is 10 It is the appearance. Figure 14 shows the front and front of the box advancing mechanism reaching the starting position in a simultaneous box advancement process. It is the appearance that the rear push plates are starting to rise. Figure 15 shows the front and front moving to the starting position in the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. 15 when the rear push plates rise and the rear push rod comes to an angularly vertical position It is an appearance related to... Figure 16 shows the front and rear push plates in the simultaneous box advancement mechanism. It appears to have been returned to its starting position. Explanation of Part References 100. Movable conveyor mechanism 20 101. Front push plate 102. Rear push plate 103. Ejector plate carrier 104. Articulated shaft 105. Joint connection piece 25 106. Joint connection 107. Main drive arm 108. Connecting rod 109. Movable carrier body 110. Connection block 111. Preliminary guide bar 5 112. First table 113. Connector 114. Subframe 115. Guiding 116. First clamping piece 10 117. Connecting rod connecting piece 118. Second table 119. Second clamping piece 120. Movement lever 121. Rear guide bar 15 122. Switchblade 123. Joint connection point 124. Upper joint connection 125. Lower block 126. Sensor detected sign 20 127. Linear slide carriage 128. Upper block 6 129. Articulated joint bearing 130th follower arm 131. Bearing 132. Auxiliary tracker roll 133. Mechanical stop 5 134. Stop adjustment element 135. Movable carrier plate 136. Cam tracking roller 200. Left band mechanism. 300. Right band mechanism 10 400. Chain drive system group 401. Chain carrier body 402. Chain guide 403. First linear slide rail 404. Drive chain 15 405. Chain return zone 406. Second linear slide rail 407. Position sensor 408. Sensor bracket 409. Main chassis 20 410. Sprocket Detailed Description of the Invention 7 This detailed description explains the simultaneous box advancement mechanism that is the subject of the invention. preferred structures are solely for the purpose of better understanding the subject. It is explained. The invention, shown in Figure 3, is a box advancement mechanism for horizontal carton filling. and is used in banding machines, operates with single-axis drive and packages 5 to ensure that transfer transactions are carried out simultaneously It has been improved. On the right side of the horizontal carton filling and taping machine shown in Figures 1 and 2. Box preparation and unboxing, where empty boxes are prepared and fed into the machine. unit, the filling unit in the middle section where the products are placed into boxes, and on the left side 10 There is a sealing unit where the boxes are closed and taped. There is also a box opening unit. The prepared empty boxes are moved through the machine to the filling area. In the filling area, after the products are placed into boxes, the boxes are taped. It needs to be transferred to the unit. In current systems, this transfer process requires additional transport. and is achieved using actuation mechanisms. The subject of the invention is 15 simultaneous box advancement mechanism, between the filling unit and the taping unit. positioned, the filled boxes are placed in the taping area and taped. It ensures that the completed packages are transferred to the dispatch area. This is what is required. The mechanism in its most basic form is the movable carrier mechanism (100) and chain drive. The system group includes (400). The movable conveyor mechanism (100), chain drive 20 is connected to the system (400) and comes from the aforementioned chain drive system (400). Driven by propulsion, two different columns move simultaneously in a single cycle. It ensures that it is transferred to the station. The chain drive system group (400) is the main chassis. (409) mounted on it, and forward and lifting-lowering with single-axis drive. 25 movable carrier mechanism to enable the performance of its functions (100) provides linear motion. Movable carrier mechanism (100), movable carrier body (109), movable carrier plate (135), front push plate (101), rear push plate (102), main push arm (107), connecting rod (108), actuator arm (120), follower arm (130), cam follower roller (136), auxiliary follower roller (132) consists of a spring-loaded handle (122) and related joint connections. 30 During operation, the drive chain (404) is driven by the drive gear (410), Moving inside the chain guide (402) and linearly to the movable carrier body (109) It provides movement. Movable carrier body (109) and movable carrier plate 8 (135), linear slide cars (127) and first linear slide rail (403) and second linear slide It moves precisely on the rail (406). The front pusher plate (101) is carried by means of the main pusher arm (107) during the forward movement, It pushes the box located in the taping area forward, directing it to the exit area. At the same time, the rear pusher plate (102) pushes the newly filled carton to the taping area 5 It carries two different packages simultaneously within a single cycle. It is being transferred to the next station. The most important feature of the system is lifting and lowering. its movement without the use of an additional servo motor, pneumatic cylinder or hydraulic actuator It is realized entirely mechanically. For this, a movable carrier body is required. (135) connected cam follower roller (136) and auxiliary follower roller (132), 10 of the mechanism It follows defined guide surfaces during its movement. Movement of the cam follower roller (136), follower arm (130), actuator arm (120), spring arm (122), joint connection points (123), upper joint connection (124) and joint shaft (104) It is transmitted through the main pusher arm (107). In this way, the front pusher plate (101) and the rear pusher The plate (102) rises automatically depending on the position of the mechanism or 15 It is descending. During the advancement phase, the pusher plates are positioned at the carton level, connecting the cartons. It makes contact and performs the advancement process. During the return, the cam follower roller (136), auxiliary follower roller (132), follower arm (130), movement arm (120) and The front push plate (101) is lowered below the working level by means of the spring-loaded lever (122). It is lowered. Thus, the front pusher plate (101) contacts the boxes during the return. 20 This is prevented. The same rear push plate (102), articulated shaft (104), articulated Angular movement in a controlled manner via the linkages (106) and the connecting rod (108) It performs this function. The rear push plate rotates horizontally at a certain angle during the return movement. By changing its position at an angle, it hits the box waiting for the next cycle. or prevents the box from being disturbed. 25 In the movable carrier mechanism (100); front guide bar (111), rear guide bar (121), connecting rod connecting piece (117), first clamping piece (116), second clamping piece (119), using the first scale (112), the second scale (118) and the stop adjustment element (134) Mechanical adjustments can be made to accommodate different package sizes. The machine structure in which the mechanism described in the invention is located also performs the carton sealing process in 30 seconds. left belt mechanism (200) and right belt mechanism (300) It is located. Simultaneously, the box advancement mechanism moves it to the taping area. 9 The transported packages are sealed using the aforementioned conveyor belt mechanisms and sent to the output line. is being done. The mechanism described in this invention allows for the use of multiple drives in existing systems. systems, additional transfer mechanisms and synchronization elements are eliminated being phased out; operating with fewer components, requiring less maintenance, operator-related error 5 A parcel advance with reduced risk and high synchronization accuracy. The mechanism is obtained.

Claims

REQUESTS 1. Used in horizontal carton filling and taping machines, with single-axis drive. a box that simultaneously performs employee and parcel transfer operations It is a propulsion mechanism, and its characteristic is;  A main chassis (409), 5  Propulsion by single-axis drive mounted on the main chassis (409) and to enable the lifting and lowering functions to be performed. linear motion of the movable carrier mechanism (100) a chain drive system (400) and  Connected to the chain drive system (400) and the aforementioned chain drive 10 with the drive from the system (400) in a single cycle motion two the simultaneous transfer of different packages to the next station a movable conveyor mechanism that provides and includes the following: (100) a front pusher 15 that increases the forward force by making contact with that package plate (101), the front pusher plate (101) to the advance position of the mechanism depending on whether it is positioned vertically or horizontally providing connecting rod (108) and 20 providing, joint shaft (104), joint links (106) and Angular movement in a controlled manner via the connecting rod (108) performing and during the return, a certain direction on the horizontal axis by changing position at an angle for the next cycle hitting the waiting box or the box's position 25 rear push plate (102) which prevents deterioration It includes.

2. A box advancement mechanism conforming to Claim 1, characterized by its front push plate. (101) and the pusher plate carrier connecting the rear pusher plate (102) to the main pusher arm (107) 30 (103) is included.

3. A box advancement mechanism conforming to claim 2, whose characteristic is; advancement its force from the movable carrier body (109) front pusher plate (101) and rear pusher It contains the main push arm (107) which transmits to the plate (102). 11 4. A box advancement mechanism conforming to Claim 1, characterized by its front push plate. (101) vertically or horizontally depending on the advance position of the mechanism It includes the connecting rod (108) which enables its positioning.

5. A box advancement mechanism conforming to claim 3, characterized by its chain drive. linearly moving, movable carrier body which is the main carrier element (109) 5 It includes.

6. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, its feature is between the main push arm (107) and the movable carrier body (109). It contains a connection block (110) that provides the connection.

7. A box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 10 Its feature is that the front pusher plate (101) is adjusted and the main pusher arm (107) It includes a front guide bar (111) where it is positioned.

8. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is located on the front guide bar (111) and determines the position. It includes a first table (112) which provides 15 9. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that the front guide bar (111) and the rear guide bar (121) are attached to the subframe (114). It includes a connecting piece (113).

10. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it includes a subframe (114) which acts as a mechanical load-bearing structure. 20 11. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, The feature is that the connecting rod (108) is in relation to the position of the rear push plate (102). It includes a guide bar (115) that adjusts its position.

12. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that the main push arm (107) has 25 on the front guide bar (111). It includes the first clamping piece (116) which enables its positioning.

13. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Feature; The connecting rod (108) is on the guide bar (115) It includes a connecting rod connecting piece (117) which enables its positioning.

14. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 30 feature; a second ruler (118) that determines the subject on the guide (115) It includes.

15. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Feature; The connecting rod (108) is on the guide bar (115) It includes a second clamping piece (119) which enables its positioning. 35 12 16. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that the movement produces mechanical lifting motion by following the cam surface. It includes the arm (120).

17. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Feature; Positioning of the front push plate (101) according to the size of the box 5 It includes a rear guide bar (121) that provides.

18. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is a spring-loaded lever (122) that allows parts to be clamped according to their position. It includes.

19. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 10 Its feature is the joint connection point (123) and upper part which provides motion transmission. It includes a joint connection (124).

20. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it contains a lower block (125) which is the lower support of the structure.

21. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 15 Its feature is a sensor that transmits mechanism position information to the control system. It contains plate (126).

22. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that the movable carrier body (109) makes precise linear movement. It includes a linear slide carriage (127) which provides 20 23. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it includes an upper block (128) which is the upper load-bearing of the structure.

24. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it includes a hinge bearing (129) that enables the movement of the follower rollers.

25. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 25 Its feature is the transmission of force between the follower rollers and the lifting mechanism. It includes a follower arm (130) that provides.

26. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it contains a bearing (131) that provides rotary movement.

27. A box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 30 Feature; auxiliary follower roller (132) which increases the stability of the lifting motion It includes.

28. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it includes a mechanical stop (133) that determines the limits of movement. 13 29. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it contains a stop adjustment element (134) which provides the final position setting.

30. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its main feature is that it carries the entire lifting and advancing mechanism. It includes a movable carrier plate (135) which is a movable structure. 5 31. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that, depending on the chain, it follows the guide surface according to the movement of the chain. by converting linear motion into lifting-lowering motion It includes a cam tracking roller (136) which provides.

32. A box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 10 Its feature is the chain carrier, which enables the assembly and guidance of the chain system. It contains the body (401).

33. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that the drive chain (404) moves in a controlled and stable manner. Chain guide 15 that provides protection and prevents chain oscillation and incorrect positioning. (402) is included.

34. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that the movable carrier system moves precisely along the linear axis. It includes the first linear slide rail (403) which enables its guidance.

35. A box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 20 Its feature is that it transfers the motion it receives from the chain sprocket (410) to the movable carrier mechanism. (100) drive that transmits, provides continuous linear motion with closed loop structure It contains the chain (404).

36. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is the chain rotation that allows the chain to complete its cyclical movement. It includes region (405).

37. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is the second linear axis that enables the steering of the moving system along the lower axis. It includes a slide rail (406).

38. A box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, 30 Feature; position sensor (407) that detects the position information of the moving system It includes.

39. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is that it enables precise and stable mounting of the position sensor. It includes the bracket (408). 35 14 40. There is a box advancement mechanism that conforms to one of the previous requirements, Its feature is to transfer the rotational movement taken from the drive motor to the drive chain (404) It contains a transmission chain sprocket (410).

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