Folding Box Gluing Machine Conveyor Gap Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Folding box gluing machines face challenges in reliably transporting box blanks across gaps within or between modules due to the design of continuous conveyor belts, which are costly to maintain and require adjustments for different blank formats.
Innovation Solution
The machine employs modular processing stations with upper and lower conveyor devices that can be divided to bridge gaps, with at least one conveyor device connected to a drive system, allowing for adjustable spacing and secure transport using various conveying means such as belts, rollers, suction rollers, or suction plates.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If the lower conveyor belt is divided to create a gap for camera inspection, then the camera can record images of the entire width of the printed blank, but the transport device becomes more complex and expensive to drive
Solution Approach 1:
The lower conveyor belt is divided into separate sections (first lower conveyor device and second lower conveyor device) to create a gap for camera inspection. This segmentation allows the camera to access and record images of the entire width of the printed blank while maintaining conveyor functionality on both sides of the gap.
Solution Approach 2:
An intermediary transport mechanism (such as a bridge conveyor or transfer device) is introduced to span the gap between the divided lower conveyor belt sections. This intermediary component enables continuous transport of box blanks across the gap while allowing the gap to remain open for camera inspection purposes.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the upper or lower conveyor belt is split to accommodate different blank formats, then the machine can handle various folding box blank sizes, but the driving system becomes more expensive and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The conveyor belt system is designed with adjustable and movable components that can be dynamically reconfigured to accommodate different folding box blank formats. The ability to split and reposition conveyor sections allows the machine to adapt to various blank sizes without requiring a completely different driving system for each format.
Solution Approach 2:
The divided conveyor belt design with interchangeable or reconfigurable sections creates a universal transport system that can handle multiple blank formats. The same basic conveyor structure and driving mechanism can be adjusted to accommodate different sizes and types of folding box blanks, reducing the need for specialized driving systems for each format.
3Device complexity
If a continuous lower conveyor belt is used, then the transport system is simpler, but it prevents the use of line cameras for recording images of the entire width of the printed blank
Solution Approach 1:
The continuous lower conveyor belt is segmented into separate sections to create an opening or gap. This segmentation allows a line camera to be positioned below the conveyor to record images of the entire width of the printed blank passing through the gap, while the conveyor sections on either side continue to provide support and transport functionality.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution enables cost-effective and reliable transport of folding box blanks across gaps, accommodating different sizes and facilitating efficient operation across multiple modules, enhancing the machine's flexibility and operational efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
The conveyor means of which touch one another... at least one of the upper and/or lower conveyor devices is designed to be divided and consists of at least two conveyor devices that are spaced apart from one another
Implementation Method 2
Embodiments that have belts, belts, rollers, suction rollers, suction plates or suction belts as conveying means
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AI summary
The invention relates to a folding carton gluing machine with several processing modules arranged in series, each with a transport device. The transport device has at least one upper and one lower conveying unit with contacting conveying elements. At least one of the upper and/or lower conveying units is divided and consists of at least two conveying elements that are spaced apart from each other in the conveying direction. At least one of the conveying units is connected to a drive.