Interconnected Tie Strap Assembly for Reliable Automatic Bundling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional one-piece fixing ties and labelled ties are not adaptable to automatic bundling operations due to deformation and require manual handling, leading to inefficiencies in manufacturing and usage.
Innovation Solution
An interconnected tie assembly is designed, comprising a main reinforcing plate with one-piece fixing ties or labelled ties arranged at a fixed interval, where the fixing head or label edge is connected to the plate, reducing deformation and enabling automatic bundling without a vibratory bowl feeder, thus simplifying the automatic tying process and reducing waste and workload.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If loose-packed one-piece fixing ties are fed by using a vibratory bowl feeder, then automatic bundling operations can be performed, but the reliability is poor due to inevitable deformation of the ties
Solution Approach 1:
The invention divides the single tie feeding process into multiple tied segments connected by reinforcing plates. Each interconnected tied assembly contains multiple ties (e.g., 3-5 ties) connected in series, which are fed as a unified structure rather than individual loose ties, eliminating deformation issues while maintaining automation.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple ties are merged into a single interconnected assembly by connecting them through reinforcing plates at fixed intervals. This combining approach creates a rigid structure that prevents the deformation problems associated with loose-packed ties, while still enabling automatic feeding mechanisms to operate reliably.
2Reliability
If loose-packed one-piece fixing ties are manually handled and individually applied, then deformation is avoided, but productivity is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The ties are pre-assembled into interconnected assemblies with reinforcing plates during manufacturing, establishing their proper spatial arrangement and preventing deformation before use. This preliminary structuring allows automatic feeding devices to simply transfer the pre-configured assemblies without manual intervention, significantly improving productivity while maintaining tie integrity.
3Device complexity
If conventional nylon ties are interconnected to facilitate automatic sorting, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability to different tie types is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The reinforcing plate design serves multiple functions: it connects multiple ties, provides positioning features for automatic feeding devices, and can accommodate different tie types (one-piece fixing ties, labelled ties). The standardized connection interface allows the same automatic bundling apparatus to handle various tie configurations, enhancing versatility while keeping device complexity low.
Data Source
AI summary
A connected tie strap, including: integrated fixing tie straps or labeled tie straps, and main rib boards, wherein the main rib boards are perpendicular to the length direction of the integrated fixing tie straps or the labeled tie straps; a shunt is disposed between the fixed heads of the integrated fixing tie straps or labels of the labeled tie straps and the main rib boards; also included is an auxiliary rib board, wherein the auxiliary rib is perpendicular to the length direction of the integrated fixing tie straps or the labeled tie straps; the main rib boards and/or the auxiliary rib is further provided thereon with interval positioning holes or interval positioning post, two ends of the main rib boards and/or the auxiliary rib also being respectively provided with positioning holes and/or positioning posts.