DE102006000235A1 - Device for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (1) for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set (2) from an elevated level (NE) to a lower level (NN) or vice versa when the paper roll or the paper roll set (2) is rotated from a horizontal orientation (L ) into an upright orientation (S) or vice versa, the paper roll or the paper roll set (2) being stored in a transport carriage (3) acted upon by at least one drive device (4). The device (1) according to the invention is characterized in that the transport carriage (3) is at least partially guided in at least one guide device (5.1; 5.1, 5.2) which, at least in some sections, has a curved guide path which causes the change in the orientation of the paper roll or the paper roll set (2) (F).

Description

State of technology

A Such device is for example from the International Application WO 2004/007336 A1 known. It combines the two usual ones Systems, the roller lift and the tilting chair. A disadvantage of this Facility is that through a kinematically fixed assignment of geometry and height difference is marked. In a known manner, height deviations in the building continually increase Angle errors, which then reduce the process reliability of the system.

moreover the trolley has an axis of rotation which is on a straight line leadership course is moved. This additional Rotary axis leads to an increased Maintenance effort for the system.

Task of invention

Of the Invention is therefore based on the object, a device of the aforementioned type in such a way that said Disadvantages of the prior art are largely avoided.

These The object is achieved in a device of the type mentioned according to the invention that the trolley at least partially in at least one guide device guided is, at least in parts, a curved, the orientation change the paper roll or paper roll set causing leadership having.

The inventive task is completely solved in this way.

The The invention is characterized, inter alia, by the fact that the Rotary axis not a straight line, but a curved, the Align the paper roll or paper roll set leadership course follows. This is moreover no kinematically fixed assignment of geometry and height difference given so that a largely freely definable and subsequently adjustable Abgabehöhe on the lower level can be realized. In addition, the solution according to the invention has no maintenance and thus costly coupling rod to effect the Rotary movement of the paper roll or the paper roll set. And Furthermore, no axis of rotation near the center of gravity requires less space at higher altitudes.

in the With regard to an effective and problem-free bridging of larger differences in level is the management career at least in parts rectilinear. It is the least in some cases rectilinearly shaped guide course, preferably vertically, nearly vertical, horizontal, approximate horizontal or oblique aligned, with the appropriate orientation in principle of the spatial Circumstances and to be bridged Level difference depends is.

Farther includes the guide device preferred two spaced-apart guide rails, in which the dolly by means of guide, in particular Guide rollers, is guided. This kind of leadership of the trolley ensured on the one hand a safe and accurate leadership, on the other hand she has herself in a variety of similar applications already proven with minimum maintenance.

In a first preferred embodiment is the trolley front and end by means of the guide means in the two guide rails the management facility guided. Here, the advantage is achieved that the trolley and thus the entire device claimed only a small amount of space. Thus, this embodiment is suitable especially for retrofits and installations with low available room depth.

In a further preferred embodiment the trolley is on the front by means of the guide means in the two guide rails the management facility and guided end in a further guide device, the at least in sections, preferably holistically, a straight guide course having. The advantage here is that the dolly a maximum of precise guidance over his movement height learns beyond.

The further guidance device preferably comprises two spaced-apart and preferably vertically aligned guide rails, in which the dolly by means of guide, in particular Guide rollers, guided is. This measure further improves the precise and easy going guide of the trolley. In particular, the leadership roles are distinguished with appropriate choice of the bearing elements by a smooth running, this means by a low friction value.

And in a third preferred embodiment, the trolley on the front by means of the guide means in the two guide rails of the guide means guided and held at the end by at least one drive device. The advantages here are the fast manufacturing and assembly times with an attractive cost-benefit ratio.

Under In practical aspects, the drive device preferably comprises either a stationary and preferably electromotive drive unit, the the trolley by means of at least one traction means, in particular a pull rope, a drawstring and / or a pull chain, applied, or a drive unit mounted on the trolley, wherein the movement forces be introduced by force, friction or positive engagement. Both types are characterized by a practical suitability even under difficult Conditions of use.

The Drive unit is preferably an electromotive, a hydraulic or a pneumatic drive unit.

In order to the device for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set with a minimum but sufficient drive power, the drive unit preferably has a compensation device, preferably at least one counterweight on. Thus, the too lifting or lowering load, paper roll or paper roll set, Relieved in weight due to the prevailing directions of action of the attacking forces.

• – auf dem Transportwagen kann ein erster Transporteur zum Transport der Papierrolle oder des Papierrollensets auf den Transportwagen angeordnet sein;
• – auf dem Transportwagen kann ein zweiter Transporteur zum Transport der Papierrolle oder des Papierrollensets von dem Transportwagen angeordnet sein;
• – der zweite Transporteur kann eine Dreheinrichtung zum Drehen der Papierrolle oder des Papierrollensets aufweisen;
• – eine Bestückeinrichtung zum Transport der Papierrolle oder des Papierrollensets in die Einrichtung kann vorgesehen sein;
• – eine Abnahmeeinrichtung zum Transport der Papierrolle oder des Papierrollensets aus der Einrichtung kann vorgesehen sein; und/oder
• – wenigstens die Bestückeinrichtung oder die Abnahmeeinrichtung kann als ein Rollen- oder Plattenförderer ausgebildet sein.

With regard to a maximum degree of automation of the device, the following configurations are preferably provided, at least individually or in at least partial combination:

• - On the trolley, a first conveyor for transporting the paper roll or the paper roll set may be arranged on the trolley;
• - On the trolley, a second conveyor for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set can be arranged by the trolley;
• - The second conveyor may have a rotating device for rotating the paper roll or the paper roll set;
• A placement device for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set into the device can be provided;
• - A decrease device for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set from the device may be provided; and or
• - At least the Bestückeinrichtung or the acceptance device may be formed as a roller or plate conveyor.

All Embodiments serve the common goal of a fast, time optimized and possible Completely automated operation of the device for transporting a roll of paper or a paper roll set.

In order to the paper roll or paper roll set always has the same desired acceptance position, On the one hand, the second transporter is preferred on guides slidably mounted and provided with at least one protruding plunger, on the other hand is in the lower part of the device preferably at least one preferably adjustable gate arranged, at least temporarily apply the plunger while the second conveyor including stored paper roll or can move stored paper roll set.

1

Facility

2

paper roll or paper roll set

3

Dolly

4

driving means

4.1

drive unit

5.1

guide means

5.2

guide means

6.1

guide rail

6.2

guide rail

6.3

guide rail

6.4

guide rail

7

guide means

7.1

leadership

8th

traction means

8.1

rope

9

compensator

10

first carrier

11

second carrier

12

rotator

13

guide

14

tappet

15

scenery

16

pick and place

17

removal device

A, B, C, D

Guide part course (Arrows)

F

leadership course (Part arrows)

L

lying Alignment (double arrow)

NE

Increased level (Double arrow)

NN

lower Level (double arrow)

S

Standing Alignment (double arrow)

X

standing distance

Y

leading distance

example

Further Features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following Description of preferred embodiments with reference to the drawing.

It demonstrate

1A and 1B a schematic side view of a first embodiment of the invention a device for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set with two different charges and in different Transport process stages;

2 a schematic side view of another embodiment of the invention a device for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set in different stages of transport stages; and

3 a schematic side view of a third embodiment of a device according to the invention for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set.

The four 1A . 1B . 2 and 3 show in each case a schematic side view of a device 1 for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set 2 from a raised level NE (double arrow) to a lower level NN (double arrow) or vice versa when the paper roll or paper roll set is rotated 2 from a horizontal orientation L (double arrow) to a vertical orientation S (double arrow) or vice versa, the paper roll or set of paper rolls 2 in one of a drive device 4 loaded dolly 3 is stored. The dolly 3 has an L-shaped basic shape.

The dolly 3 This is at least partially in at least one management device 5.1 . 5.2 guided at least partially a curved, the alignment change of the paper roll or paper roll set 2 having guiding profile F (partial arrows).

Of the individual leadership course F (sub-arrows) is at least partially rectilinear in this case.

The course of the leadership F (partial arrows) in the 1A and 1B shown guide device 5.1 has in principle guide partial courses A, B, C, D (arrows), wherein the guide sections A, B, D (arrows) run in a straight line in space and the guide part course C (arrow) has a 90 ° curvature.

On the other hand, the guide courses F (partial arrows) in the 2 shown guide devices 5.1 . 5.2 In principle, different guide part courses A, B, C, D (arrows), wherein the guide part courses A, B, C (arrows) of the guide means 5.1 run straight in space and the guide part course D (arrow) of the guide device 5.2 only in a straight line in the room. The guide part course D (arrow) of the guide means 5.2 is parallel or approximately parallel to the guide part course A (arrow) of the guide device 5.1 aligned.

And further, the guide courses F (sub arrows) in the 3 shown guide device 5.1 In principle, guide part courses A, B, C (arrows), wherein the guide part courses A, C (arrows) extend in a straight line in space and the guide part course B (arrow) has a 90 ° curvature.

The in the 1A . 1B . 2 and 3 illustrated and at least partially rectilinear trained guide curves F (sub-arrows) are merely exemplary character. It is obvious to the person skilled in the art that even further embodiments and combinations for the guiding courses F (partial arrows) are possible. The respective guide profile F (partial arrows), which is rectilinear at least in sections, is principally vertical, approximately vertical, horizontal, approximately horizontal or obliquely aligned.

The management device 5.1 the device 1 of the 1A and 1B includes two spaced apart guide rails 6.1 . 6.2 in which the dolly 3 by means of guidance 7 , especially guide rollers 7.1 , is guided. The guiding means 7 may be in a further embodiment also made of a lubricious material guide runners, guide slots or the like. Furthermore, the guiding means 7 on the underside of the trolley 3 arranged, but they can also be arranged on the outside or on the top.

The arrangement of the guide means 7 on the trolley 3 takes place such that the paper roll or paper roll set 2 at the lower level NN (double arrow) experiences a standing orientation S (double arrow) and at the elevated level NE (double arrow) a lying orientation L (double arrow).

The drive device 4 comprises a stationary and preferably electromotive drive unit 4.1 that the dolly 3 by means of at least one traction means 8th , in particular a pull rope 8.1 , a drawstring and / or a pull chain acted upon. Further, for the expert of course components and assemblies of the drive device 4 are not further detailed and listed.

The device 1 of the 2 has, as already mentioned, two guide devices 5.1 . 5.2 on, each two spaced guide rails 6.1 . 6.2 . 6.3 . 6.4 include, where the dolly 3 front and end by means of guide means 7 , especially guide rollers 7.1 , is guided. According to the present embodiment, the dolly 3 on the front by means of the guide means 7 in the two guide rails 6.1 . 6.2 the management facility 5.1 guided, end he is by means of the guide means 7 in the two zuein other spaced guide rails 6.3 . 6.4 in the further guide device 5.2 guided.

The guiding means 7 may be in a further embodiment also made of a lubricious material guide runners, guide slots or the like. Furthermore, the guiding means 7 on the outside of the trolley 3 arranged, but they can also be arranged on the underside or top side.

The arrangement of the guide means 7 on the trolley 3 takes place in such a way that the paper roll or paper roll set 2 at the lower level NN (double arrow) experiences a standing orientation S (double arrow) and at the elevated level NE (double arrow) a lying orientation L (double arrow). Thus, the standing distance X of the front and end guide means 7 equal to the leading distance Y of the two guide rails 6.1 . 6.3 respectively. 6.2 . 6.4 the management facilities 5.1 . 5.2 ,

The drive device 4 For example, like the drive device 4 the institution of 1A and 1B be executed. In addition, it has a guided compensation device 9 , preferably at least one counterweight on. This will cause the load to be lifted or lowered, the paper roll, or the paper roll set 2 , Relieved in weight due to the prevailing directions of action of the attacking forces.

And the decor 1 of the 3 has a guide device 5.1 on, in the two spaced guide rails 6.1 . 6.2 the trolley 3 on the front by means of the guide means 7 is guided. By contrast, the dolly 3 end of a drive device 4 held.

The drive device 4 comprises a stationary and preferably electromotive drive unit 4.1 that the dolly 3 by means of at least one traction means 8th , in particular a pull rope 8.1 , a drawstring and / or a pull chain acted upon. In addition, it is a free-hanging compensation device 9 , preferably at least one counterweight on. This will cause the load to be lifted or lowered, the paper roll, or the paper roll set 2 , Relieved in weight due to the prevailing directions of action of the attacking forces.

For the illustrated versions of the device 1 Generally speaking, they are compatible with any drive equipment 4 whether they are stationary or mobile, they can be equipped.

The drive device 4 can also at least one on the trolley 3 attached drive unit 4.1 include, wherein the movement forces are introduced by force, friction or positive engagement. The drive unit 4.1 For example, it may be an electromotive friction wheel drive which introduces the motive forces via the driven friction wheel engaging, for example, on a guide rail. Also, the drive unit 4.1 a rack and pinion drive, which brings the movement forces on the driven pinion on a rack. In principle, the drive unit 4.1 an electromotive, a hydraulic or a pneumatic drive unit.

On the L-shaped dolly 3 in the 1A . 1B . 2 and 3 illustrated device 1 is both a first transporter 10 for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set 2 on the trolley 3 as well as a second transporter 11 for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set 2 from the trolley 3 arranged. The two transporters 10 . 11 are preferably designed as known to the expert belt conveyor, as they have inter alia a high coefficient of friction and thus a high stability for the load to be transported.

The second transporter 11 can, as in the 1A and 1B indicated, a turning device 12 for turning the paper roll or paper roll set 2 exhibit. The turning device 12 For example, it can be designed as a turntable known to the person skilled in the art.

In addition, the second transporter 11 on guided tours 13 slidably mounted and with at least one protruding plunger 14 Mistake. At the bottom of the facility 1 is then a preferably adjustable backdrop 15 arranged the at least temporarily the plunger 14 act on the second transporter 11 including stored paper roll or stored paper roll set 2 can shift (see transport process of 1B ).

With regard to a maximum degree of automation of the respective in the 1A . 1B . 2 and 3 illustrated device 1 is still a Bestückeinrichtung 16 for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set 2 in the facility 1 and a take-off device 17 for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set 2 from the institution 1 intended. Here is at least the Bestückeinrichtung 16 or the acceptance device 17 designed as a specialist known roller or plate conveyor.

In all illustrated devices 1 In principle, the same basic transport procedure takes place:
The an L-shaped basic shape having dolly 3 the device 1 to transport a Paper roll or a paper roll set 2 is located at an elevated level NE (double arrow) in a horizontal orientation L (double-headed arrow). A paper roll or paper roll set 2 is now from a Bestückeinrichtung 16 on the first transporter 10 drove the trolley. On this dolly 3 is also a second transporter 11 arranged, which optionally rotatable with respect to its transport direction by preferably 90 ° and by means of a guide 13 (see. 1A and 1B ) is displaceable.

The dolly 3 is about leadership 7 at least in guide rails 6.1 . 6.2 at least one guide device 5.1 method. The guide rails 6.1 . 6.2 are arranged so that the trolley 3 during its process by means of a drive device 4 performs a rotation of preferably 90 ° and on a second conveyor 11 comes to rest.

Upon reaching the lower level NN (double arrow) has the dolly 3 complete with paper roll or paper roll set a rotation, so that the paper roll or paper roll sets 2 in a vertical orientation S (double arrow) on the second conveyor 11 located. By means of a decrease device 17 can be the paper roll or paper roll set 2 now from the second conveyor 11 from the institution 1 be removed.

As already mentioned several times, the transport process of the paper roll or the paper roll set 2 also in the opposite direction, ie from the lower level NN (double arrow) to the increased level NE (double arrow). In addition, of course, the orientation of the paper roll or the paper roll set 2 be the other way around.

In summary It should be noted that a device of the invention initially mentioned type is developed such that said Disadvantages of the prior art are largely avoided.

Claims (19)

Facility ( 1 ) for transporting a paper roll or a paper roll set ( 2 ) from a raised level (NE) to a lower level (NN) or vice versa upon rotation of the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) from a horizontal orientation (L) to a vertical orientation (S) or vice versa, wherein the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) in one of at least one drive device ( 4 ) loaded dolly ( 3 ), characterized in that the trolley ( 3 ) at least partially in at least one management device ( 5.1 ; 5.1 . 5.2 ), at least in sections a curved, the alignment change of the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) having guiding profile (F). Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 1, characterized in that the guide track (F) at least in sections is rectilinear. Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 2, characterized in that the at least partwise rectilinear guide track (F) is vertically, approximately vertically, horizontally, approximately horizontally or obliquely aligned. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the guide device ( 5.1 . 5.1 . 5.2 ) two spaced apart guide rails ( 6.1 . 6.2 ; 6.1 . 6.2 . 6.3 . 6.4 ) in which the trolley ( 3 ) by means of guidance ( 7 ), in particular leadership roles ( 7.1 ) is guided. Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 4, characterized in that the trolley ( 3 ) front and end by means of the guide means ( 7 ; 7.1 ) in the two guide rails ( 6.1 . 6.2 ) of the management facility ( 5.1 ) is guided. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the trolley ( 3 ) at the front by means of the guide means ( 7 . 7.1 ) in the two guide rails ( 6.1 . 6.2 ) of the management facility ( 5.1 ) and that the trolley ( 3 ) at the end in a further guide device ( 5.2 ) is guided, which has at least in sections, preferably holistically a straight guide course (F). Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 6, characterized in that the further guide device ( 5.2 ) two spaced apart and preferably vertically aligned guide rails ( 6.3 . 6.4 ) in which the trolley ( 3 ) by means of guidance ( 7 ), in particular leadership roles ( 7.1 ) is guided. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the trolley ( 3 ) at the front by means of the guide means ( 7 . 7.1 ) in the two guide rails ( 6.1 . 6.2 ) of the management facility ( 5.1 ) and that the trolley ( 3 ) end of at least one drive device ( 4 ) is held. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the drive device ( 4 ) a stationary and preferably electromotive drive unit ( 4.1 ), which supports the trolley ( 3 ) by means of at least a traction device ( 8th ), in particular a pull rope ( 8.1 ), a drawstring and / or a pull chain acted upon. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the drive device ( 4 ) one on the trolley ( 3 ) attached drive unit ( 4.1 ), wherein the movement forces are introduced by force, friction or positive engagement. Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 10, characterized in that the drive unit ( 4.1 ) an electromotive, a hydraulic or a pneumatic drive unit ( 4.1 ). Facility ( 1 ) according to one of claims 9 to 11, characterized in that the drive unit ( 4.1 ) a compensation device ( 9 ), preferably at least one counterweight. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the trolley ( 3 ) a first transporter ( 10 ) for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) on the trolley ( 3 ) is arranged. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that on the trolley ( 3 ) a second transporter ( 11 ) for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) of the trolley ( 3 ) is arranged. Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 14, characterized in that the second conveyor ( 11 ) a rotating device ( 12 ) for turning the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) having. Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 14 or 15, characterized in that the second conveyor ( 11 ) on guided tours ( 13 ) slidably mounted and with at least one protruding plunger ( 14 ) and that at the bottom of the device ( 1 ) at least one preferably adjustable scenery ( 15 ) is arranged, which at least temporarily the plunger ( 14 ) and thereby the second transporter ( 11 ) with stored paper roll or stored paper roll set ( 2 ) can move. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a placement device ( 16 ) for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) into the institution ( 1 ) is provided. Facility ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a removal device ( 17 ) for transporting the paper roll or paper roll set ( 2 ) from the institution ( 1 ) is provided. Facility ( 1 ) according to claim 17 or 18, characterized in that at least the placement device ( 16 ) or the acceptance device ( 17 ) is designed as a roller or plate conveyor.