Noodle Casing Transfer Layout for Smooth Punching Separation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for manufacturing noodle casings face difficulties in smoothly and independently performing operations such as punching, separating casings from the remaining noodle sheet, and transferring them to next steps, due to synchronization challenges between conveyer movement and punching operations.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising multiple conveyers and a take-out device allows for automatic, smooth, and hygienic processing of noodle sheets, including a folding device, punching device, and conveyers that enable independent transfer of noodle casings and remaining sheets to subsequent steps, with optional releasing agent application and staggered punching dies for improved yield.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If a vertically movable conveyer is used to separate noodle casings from the remaining noodle sheet, then the noodle casings can be transferred to the packaging machine, but difficult adjustment is required between the timing of conveyer vertical movement and punching operation
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the transfer path into multiple levels using a multi-level conveyer structure. The first conveyer transfers folded noodle sheets at a first level, while the second conveyer transfers punched noodle sheets at a second level. This segmentation eliminates the need for vertical movement synchronization and allows independent operation of each conveyer, resolving the technical contradiction between automation and device complexity.
2Productivity
If the conveyer moves downward together with the noodle casings after punching, then the noodle casings can be transferred to the packaging machine, but it is difficult to smoothly perform punching, separating, and transferring operations independently
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from vertical conveyer movement to horizontal multi-level conveyer arrangement. By placing conveyers at different horizontal levels rather than using vertical movement, the system enables smooth sequential operations. The punching device can operate continuously while the first and second conveyers independently transfer materials at their respective levels, eliminating operational difficulties while maintaining productivity.
3Ease of operation
If multiple conveyers and a take-out device are used to enable independent transfer of noodle casings and remaining sheets, then automatic and smooth processing is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The take-out device is designed with multi-functionality to reduce overall system complexity. It serves multiple purposes: removing punched noodle casings from the folded noodle sheet, transferring them to the second conveyer, and coordinating with the punching device operation. This universal component performs several functions that would otherwise require separate devices, thereby achieving automatic and smooth processing while minimizing the increase in device complexity.
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AI summary
A system for manufacturing noodle casings includes a take-out device disposed between two conveyers. One of the conveyers serves to transfer a noodle sheet that has been punched to form noodle casings. The other of the conveyers serves to transfer a remaining noodle sheet. The take-out device is operable between a first position at the transfer level of the conveyers and a second position for permitting the noodle casings to fall onto another conveyer.