Adjustable Plug Mounting Device for Carton Flow Rack Beam Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing carton flow bed racks face challenges in providing sufficient stability and durability in connecting support beams, which is crucial for resisting heavy usage during loading and unloading operations.
Innovation Solution
A mounting device comprising a plug and an engaging element that allows for a stable, perpendicular connection between two support beams, offering multiple plug-positions for adjustable installation and enhanced stability, including the use of a key for secure fixation within the support beams.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional connection methods are used for support beams, then the structure can be assembled, but the stability and durability are insufficient to resist heavy usage during loading and unloading operations
Solution Approach 1:
The plug is inserted into the hollow profile of the first support beam, with the engaging element extending from the plug to engage the second support beam. This nested configuration allows the connection components to be housed within the beam structure, providing a compact and stable connection that resists heavy usage forces.
Solution Approach 2:
The plug is pre-inserted into the first support beam at specific plug-positions before the second support beam is engaged. This preliminary positioning ensures proper alignment and prepares the connection point for the subsequent engagement of the second beam, enhancing overall connection reliability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple plug-positions are provided for adjustable installation, then adaptability to different beam heights and configurations is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The plug is designed to be movable along the first support beam between at least two different plug-positions, allowing adjustment to accommodate different beam heights and configurations. This dynamic positioning capability provides installation flexibility without requiring multiple fixed mounting holes or complex adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The single plug component serves multiple functions: it provides structural connection, enables positional adjustment, and facilitates engagement with the second support beam. This multi-functional design achieves adaptability without proportionally increasing device complexity.
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AI summary
A mounting device (100) for connecting two support beams (20, 30, 40) of a rack, in particular of a carton flow bed rack (1; 2), comprises a plug (110) pluggable into an end of a first support beam (20) of the two support beams and an engaging element (120) arranged at the plug (110). The engaging element (120) is provided to engage a second support beam (30; 40) of the two support beams. Therein, the plug (110) is fixable to the first support beam (20) in at least two different plug-positions.