CA2248459C - Wheel-brushing machine - Google Patents
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- CA2248459C CA2248459C CA002248459A CA2248459A CA2248459C CA 2248459 C CA2248459 C CA 2248459C CA 002248459 A CA002248459 A CA 002248459A CA 2248459 A CA2248459 A CA 2248459A CA 2248459 C CA2248459 C CA 2248459C
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
- B60S—SERVICING, CLEANING, REPAIRING, SUPPORTING, LIFTING, OR MANOEUVRING OF VEHICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- B60S3/00—Vehicle cleaning apparatus not integral with vehicles
- B60S3/04—Vehicle cleaning apparatus not integral with vehicles for exteriors of land vehicles
- B60S3/042—Wheel cleaning devices
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B08—CLEANING
- B08B—CLEANING IN GENERAL; PREVENTION OF FOULING IN GENERAL
- B08B1/00—Cleaning by methods involving the use of tools
- B08B1/30—Cleaning by methods involving the use of tools by movement of cleaning members over a surface
- B08B1/32—Cleaning by methods involving the use of tools by movement of cleaning members over a surface using rotary cleaning members
- B08B1/34—Cleaning by methods involving the use of tools by movement of cleaning members over a surface using rotary cleaning members rotating about an axis parallel to the surface
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A46—BRUSHWARE
- A46B—BRUSHES
- A46B13/00—Brushes with driven brush bodies or carriers
- A46B13/008—Disc-shaped brush bodies
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A46—BRUSHWARE
- A46B—BRUSHES
- A46B2200/00—Brushes characterized by their functions, uses or applications
- A46B2200/30—Brushes for cleaning or polishing
- A46B2200/3046—Brushes for cleaning cars or parts thereof
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- Finish Polishing, Edge Sharpening, And Grinding By Specific Grinding Devices (AREA)
Abstract
An automated apparatus for the cleaning of vehicle wheels where the tire seats therein, the apparatus comprising a system for capturing and holding the wheel, 1st and 2nd abrasive brushes for cleaning the vehicle wheels, each first and second electric motors for driving the first and second abrasive brushes respectively, each motor being mounted on a moveable piece to move the brush into and outof operative position, and a cover mounted over the apparatus. The system can be completely automated and would also have a vacuum device for removing particles from within the housing.
Description
WHEEL - BRUSHING MACHINE
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an automated device allowing the cleaning of vehicle wheels which are typically made of steel or an alloy in the area of the tire seat.
It is known in the case of vehicle wheel cleaning devices to use a system that does not allow the user to leave the device while it is in operation or that the operator must manually position the abrasive brush on the wheel of the vehicle. Furthermore, no system known to applicant offers a quick and secure wheel capturing method; the wheel is usually unstable and could even move when being brushed. Other systems that do exist can scratch the wheel if handled by a negligent operator.
SLIl'vIMARY OF THE INVENTION
We have realised that it is desirable for the user of the system to be able to keep busy with other tasks during the operation of the device. Accordingly, there is provided a motorized system for capturing the wheel which allows stable and constant rotation of the wheel. In addition, the positioning system and the rotating system of the brush will allow the operator to position the brush only once for every four wheel sequence. The operator installs the wheel in the machine, positions the brush and starts the device. While the wheel is being brushed while rotating, the operator may undertake other tasks. This wheel capturing system prevents any scratching on the wheel.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Having thus generally described the invention, reference will be made to the accompanying drawings ilustrating an embodiment thereof, in which:
Figure 1 is a front plan view of the invention;
Figure 2 is a side plan view of the invention;
Figure 3 is a top plan view of the invention.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
The automated device includes two electric motors 1, one of these two electric motors 1 being mounted on a pivoting base 2. This pivoting base 2 is then mounted on a linear guide 3, allowing for a linear movement towards the wheel, such linear movement being achieved by means of a continuous thread screw and a crank (4) having a rotational axis which is parallel to the linear movement of the pivoting base. The second electric motor 1 is also mounted on a pivoting base which is in turn mounted on a linear guide with two axis 6, the linear movements being achieved by means of a continuous thread screw and cranks 7. The pivoting bases can pivot by means of a pneumatic jack 8 which permits the adjustment of the pressure of abrasive brushes 9 on a wheel 10. The abrasive brushes 9 are mounted on the cam shaft of the electric motors 1. The automated device includes a means for receiving and retaining a wheel which includes two rollers 11 fixed with respect to translatory movement but unrestricted for a rotation movement. The rollers 11 are mounted on ball bearings and are motorised with the help of a chain 12 and an electric motor 13. The two rollers support the weight of wheel 10. Two other rollers 14 are positioned above the wheel and capture it to allow for a stable rotation of the wheel, the linear movement of these two rollers is made by a pneumatic jack 15 mounted behind the device. These two rollers are mounted on a vertical linear guide 16. The metallic housing of device 17 serves as a "plenum" that allows particles and dust created as a result of the brushing to be sucked out through aperture 18 at the base of the device. A sliding door 19 is connected to the wheel capturing system to automatically open and close to seal the operator cockpit during the
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an automated device allowing the cleaning of vehicle wheels which are typically made of steel or an alloy in the area of the tire seat.
It is known in the case of vehicle wheel cleaning devices to use a system that does not allow the user to leave the device while it is in operation or that the operator must manually position the abrasive brush on the wheel of the vehicle. Furthermore, no system known to applicant offers a quick and secure wheel capturing method; the wheel is usually unstable and could even move when being brushed. Other systems that do exist can scratch the wheel if handled by a negligent operator.
SLIl'vIMARY OF THE INVENTION
We have realised that it is desirable for the user of the system to be able to keep busy with other tasks during the operation of the device. Accordingly, there is provided a motorized system for capturing the wheel which allows stable and constant rotation of the wheel. In addition, the positioning system and the rotating system of the brush will allow the operator to position the brush only once for every four wheel sequence. The operator installs the wheel in the machine, positions the brush and starts the device. While the wheel is being brushed while rotating, the operator may undertake other tasks. This wheel capturing system prevents any scratching on the wheel.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Having thus generally described the invention, reference will be made to the accompanying drawings ilustrating an embodiment thereof, in which:
Figure 1 is a front plan view of the invention;
Figure 2 is a side plan view of the invention;
Figure 3 is a top plan view of the invention.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
The automated device includes two electric motors 1, one of these two electric motors 1 being mounted on a pivoting base 2. This pivoting base 2 is then mounted on a linear guide 3, allowing for a linear movement towards the wheel, such linear movement being achieved by means of a continuous thread screw and a crank (4) having a rotational axis which is parallel to the linear movement of the pivoting base. The second electric motor 1 is also mounted on a pivoting base which is in turn mounted on a linear guide with two axis 6, the linear movements being achieved by means of a continuous thread screw and cranks 7. The pivoting bases can pivot by means of a pneumatic jack 8 which permits the adjustment of the pressure of abrasive brushes 9 on a wheel 10. The abrasive brushes 9 are mounted on the cam shaft of the electric motors 1. The automated device includes a means for receiving and retaining a wheel which includes two rollers 11 fixed with respect to translatory movement but unrestricted for a rotation movement. The rollers 11 are mounted on ball bearings and are motorised with the help of a chain 12 and an electric motor 13. The two rollers support the weight of wheel 10. Two other rollers 14 are positioned above the wheel and capture it to allow for a stable rotation of the wheel, the linear movement of these two rollers is made by a pneumatic jack 15 mounted behind the device. These two rollers are mounted on a vertical linear guide 16. The metallic housing of device 17 serves as a "plenum" that allows particles and dust created as a result of the brushing to be sucked out through aperture 18 at the base of the device. A sliding door 19 is connected to the wheel capturing system to automatically open and close to seal the operator cockpit during the
-2-brushing operation.
It will be understood that the above described embodiments are for purposes of illustration only and that changes and modifications may be made thereto without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
It will be understood that the above described embodiments are for purposes of illustration only and that changes and modifications may be made thereto without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.
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Claims (8)
1. An apparatus for the cleaning of the vehicle wheel in the area where a tire seats on the vehicle wheel, the apparatus comprising:
means for receiving and retaining said vehicle wheel in a desired position and rotating means for rotating said wheel;
first and second electric motors;
first and second abrasive brushes driven by said first and second electric motors respectively; and each motor being mounted on a moveable base so as to move a respective brush into and out of an operative brushing position with respect to said vehicle wheel.
means for receiving and retaining said vehicle wheel in a desired position and rotating means for rotating said wheel;
first and second electric motors;
first and second abrasive brushes driven by said first and second electric motors respectively; and each motor being mounted on a moveable base so as to move a respective brush into and out of an operative brushing position with respect to said vehicle wheel.
2. The apparatus of Claim 1 further including a housing defining a chamber, said apparatus being within said chamber.
3. The apparatus of Claim 2 wherein said housing includes an access door.
4. The apparatus of Claim 1 wherein said means for receiving and retaining said vehicle wheel comprises a plurality of rollers, at least some of said rollers being adjustable to receive different size wheels.
5. The apparatus of Claim 4 further including roller drive means to rotatably drive at least some of said rollers.
6. The apparatus of Claim 1 wherein each of said first and second motors are mounted on a respective first and second pivoting base.
7. The apparatus of Claim 2 further including suction means operative to remove air from said chamber.
8. The apparatus of Claim 6 wherein said first pivoting base is mounted on a linear guide.
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| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| CA002248459A CA2248459C (en) | 1998-09-18 | 1998-09-18 | Wheel-brushing machine |
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| CA002248459A CA2248459C (en) | 1998-09-18 | 1998-09-18 | Wheel-brushing machine |
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| CA2248459A1 CA2248459A1 (en) | 2000-03-18 |
| CA2248459C true CA2248459C (en) | 2004-08-31 |
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