EP3294473B1 - Procédé et machinerie pour orienter et former une plaque pour un muselet - Google Patents

Procédé et machinerie pour orienter et former une plaque pour un muselet Download PDF

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EP3294473B1
EP3294473B1 EP16733187.5A EP16733187A EP3294473B1 EP 3294473 B1 EP3294473 B1 EP 3294473B1 EP 16733187 A EP16733187 A EP 16733187A EP 3294473 B1 EP3294473 B1 EP 3294473B1
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Roberto BROSSA
Marco DUTTO
Marco PRESCIANOTTO
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B21—MECHANICAL METAL-WORKING WITHOUT ESSENTIALLY REMOVING MATERIAL; PUNCHING METAL
    • B21D—WORKING OR PROCESSING OF SHEET METAL OR METAL TUBES, RODS OR PROFILES WITHOUT ESSENTIALLY REMOVING MATERIAL; PUNCHING METAL
    • B21D51/00—Making hollow objects
    • B21D51/16—Making hollow objects characterised by the use of the objects
    • B21D51/38—Making inlet or outlet arrangements of cans, tins, baths, bottles, or other vessels; Making can ends; Making closures
    • B21D51/44—Making closures, e.g. caps
    • B21D51/446—Feeding or removal of material
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D51/00—Closures not otherwise provided for
    • B65D51/24—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes
    • B65D51/245—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes provided with decoration, information or contents indicating devices, labels
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D55/00—Accessories for container closures not otherwise provided for
    • B65D55/02—Locking devices; Means for discouraging or indicating unauthorised opening or removal of closure
    • B65D55/06—Deformable or tearable wires, strings, or strips; Use of seals, e.g. destructible locking pins
    • B65D55/063—Muzzlets

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  • the present invention relates to a process and a machinery for orienting and forming a plate for a cage of a cork to be installed on a bottle.
  • the cork is of the type generally used for closing bottles of champagne and sparkling wine.
  • cages for bottle corks which cages include a cap, typically a metal one, having a plurality of slots on the edge for housing a metal grid.
  • the grid and the cap house the cork, e.g. made of natural cork, and secure it to the neck of a bottle.
  • the grid is secured to the neck of the bottle in order to hold the cork in said neck preventing it from undesirably coming out under the pressure of the gas developed by the beverage within the bottle.
  • a typical example is represented by corks for bottles of champagne and sparkling wine.
  • the cap has a logo and/or a writing that identifies the beverage producer.
  • the cap is generally made by starting from a plate on which a cap-like shape is impressed for housing the cork, with slots at the edge for housing the grid.
  • a machinery as defined in the preamble of claim 1 is known for example from FR 2 750 674 A1 .
  • the process for orienting and forming a plate, preferably a metal one, for a cork cage comprises the following steps:
  • the step of detecting the orientation is carried out by detecting a distinctive mark 10, such as a piece of writing or logo, on a face of plate 2.
  • a distinctive mark 10 such as a piece of writing or logo
  • piece of writing or logo comprises any distinctive mark, in particular any graphic element, on plate 2 (in particular on a face of plate 2) and may be, for example, the trademark of the beverage producer.
  • Figures 3a, 3b show a plate 2 prior to processing, which in particular has a circular, flat shape.
  • plate 2 shown in Figure 3a is oriented correctly (piece of writing 10 is horizontal), whereas plate 2 shown in Figure 3b is oriented incorrectly (piece of writing 10 is oblique). Therefore, the orientation of Figure 3a can be set as a predefined orientation. If plate 2, which needs to be processed for making the cage assembly, is oriented according to the predefined orientation (horizontal piece of writing or logo 10), it will not be turned, and the next step of impressing on plate 2 a substantially cap-like shape with a plurality of recesses 4 on edge 6 will be carried out (also referred to as "forming step").
  • plate 2 is oriented differently from the predefined orientation, plate 2 will be turned in order to give it the predefined orientation, and then the forming step will be carried out. Thanks to this process, piece of writing or logo 10 will have a precise and constant orientation with respect to recesses 4 formed on edge 6 of plates 2 (see Fig. 2 ).
  • Plates 2 used for making cork cages are preferably made of metal. Conveniently, before being given the cap-like shape, plates 2 have a substantially circular and flat shape.
  • the process comprises the steps of:
  • the process further comprises the steps of:
  • plate 2 can be moved between: a first unit, wherein the orientation of plate 2 is detected; a second unit, wherein plate 2 is turned, if necessary; and the forming unit.
  • the machinery for orienting and forming a plate for a cork cage comprises:
  • the detection means are adapted to detect a distinctive mark, preferably an image.
  • Said detection means are, conveniently, image detection means, and preferably comprise a video camera 28; as an alternative, a photo camera or other per se known image detection means may be used.
  • said detection means are adapted to detect a distinctive mark in the form of an electromagnetic signal emitted by plate 2, e.g. via magnetic paint.
  • said detection means are electromagnetic sensors.
  • the detection means in this example, video camera 28
  • rotary system 26 belong to the first unit mentioned in the above-described process.
  • the machinery comprises a handling system 30 for handling plate 2.
  • the machinery comprises a plate accumulation unit 24 for containing a plurality of plates 2 directed towards the image detection means.
  • said plate accumulation unit 24 is a substantially tubular container inside of which the plates that will have to be processed by the machinery are stacked.
  • Said plate accumulation unit 24 is arranged in a substantially vertical position, and advantageously comprises a stop lever 32.
  • stop lever 32 By using stop lever 32, the user can allow/stop the flow of plates towards the lower part of plate accumulation unit 24 and then towards the image detection means.
  • handling system 30 can move the plates between: the image detection means; rotary system 26; the forming unit; and plate accumulation unit 24 (if present).
  • rotary system 26 includes a gripping portion 34 capable of selectively holding (i.e. capable or holding or releasing) plate 2.
  • Gripping portion 34 may comprise, for example, a magnet, or a suction cup, or an aspirating element.
  • the forming unit comprises a punch 36 susceptible of moving for taking plate 2 and pushing it against a die 38, in order to give said plate 2 the desired cap-like shape with recesses 4 on edge 6.
  • Figure 6 shows a particular embodiment of handling system 30, which comprises a mobile portion 44 susceptible of translating, preferably in an alternate straight motion.
  • the mobile portion includes: a first cavity 40, a second cavity 42, and a retaining zone 43 capable or receiving and retaining plate 2.
  • cavities 40, 42 have a substantially circular shape, so that they can receive a circular plate 2; further different shapes may however be chosen.
  • Such cavities 40, 42 are formed in mobile portion 44, in particular in the top face thereof.
  • mobile portion 44 has a substantially plate-like, e.g. parallelepiped, shape, the thickness of which is much smaller that the other two dimensions of mobile portion 44.
  • handling system 30 further comprises a pair of gripping arms 46, located near retaining zone 43. Gripping arms 46 are movable and can hold and release plate 2 for expelling it from the machinery.
  • other gripping elements may be used which are capable of holding and releasing plate 2.
  • handling system 30 comprises a plurality of openings, and the machinery is provided with suction means for sucking air through said plurality of openings, so as to retain plate 2 more effectively while handling it.
  • suction means for sucking air through said plurality of openings, so as to retain plate 2 more effectively while handling it.
  • the suction means can suck air in the first cavity and second cavity.
  • mobile portion 44 is slidable relative to a support element via a system of guides 45.
  • the support element is a support plate 56.
  • handling system 30 allows feeding plates 2 according to a pilgrim process, in other words handling system 30 operates as a "pilgrim process conveyor”.
  • the first cavity 40 can move between plate accumulation unit 24 and the area where video camera 28 and rotary system 26 are located.
  • the second cavity 42 can move between the area where video camera 28 and rotary system 26 are located and the forming unit.
  • Handling system 30 is adapted to move plates 2 from image detection means 28 and from rotary system 26 towards the forming unit.
  • handling system 30 takes plates 2 coming from plate accumulation unit 24, in particular by receiving them into the first cavity 40, and then carries them towards video camera 28 and rotary system 26, after which it carries them towards the forming unit.
  • handling system 30 comprises, for example, a robot or a mechanical arm.
  • a jig or template 48 is arranged in proximity to video camera 28 (in general, in proximity to the detection means) and rotary system 26, which is useful for centering plate 2 in position while turning it.
  • jig 48 is interposed between detection means 28 and handling system 30.
  • the jig 48 may be associated with handling system 30.
  • the machinery includes drive means for operating at least one of: handling system 30, rotary system 26, the forming unit.
  • drive means may include, for example, an electric motor.
  • a first motor 50 operates handling system 30.
  • a second motor 52 operates punch 36 and rotary system 26.
  • Per se known transmission means may be comprised to allow the mechanical force to be transferred from the drive means to the various components of the machinery.
  • the control unit governs and controls the operation of motors 50, 52.
  • the machinery advantageously comprises a frame 54 to which the various components are removably constrained.
  • support plate 56 to which video camera 28, plate accumulation unit 24, die 38 and handling system 30 are (removably) secured, is fastened to the upper part of frame 54.
  • the detection means in particular the image detection means (video camera 28), are located in a position opposite to rotary system 26 with respect to handling system 30.
  • Die 38 is located in a position opposite to punch 36 with respect to handling system 30.
  • mobile portion 44 After having received plate 2, coming from plate accumulation unit 24, into the first cavity 40, mobile portion 44 advances by a predetermined quantity to bring plate 2 into a position under the video camera 28.
  • Video camera 28 detects the image of logo or piece of writing 10 on plate 2, and the control unit compares the detected orientation of plate 2 with the predefined orientation and sends the data for effecting the turning operation, if necessary.
  • rotary system 26 located under video camera 28 rises, it takes plate 2, raises it, and it inserts it into jig 48, and, if plate 2 needs to be turned, it arranges it according to the predefined orientation.
  • mobile portion 44 moves back and then rotary system 26 goes down to position plate 2 (correctly oriented) into the second cavity 42; at the same time, a second plate 2 can be deposited into the first cavity 40, which is now empty.
  • mobile portion 44 advances to bring plate 2 into the forming unit, where punch 36 rises, takes plate 2 and joins die 38 in order to give plate 2 the desired shape; meanwhile, the second plate 2 is brought into a position under video camera 28.
  • punch 36 goes down and lays cap-shaped plate 2 in retaining zone 43; at the same time, the second plate 2 is placed into the second cavity 42, while a third plate 2, coming from plate accumulation unit 24, is received into the first cavity 40.
  • the machinery can thus work simultaneously on a plurality of plates.
  • Rotary system 26 can move transversally to handling system 30 (in particular, to mobile portion 44) in order to remove the plate from the first cavity 40 and then place it into the second cavity 42.
  • rotary system 26 may comprise a respective actuator, particularly a linear actuator, for moving a contact portion, preferably gripping portion 34, for holding plate 2. In this manner, rotary system 26 can both rotate and move the plate 2.
  • punch 36 can move transversally to handling system 30 to abut on die 38 and form in this way the plate.
  • handling system 30 is coordinated with that of punch 36, e.g. by means of a mechanical transmission or via the control unit.
  • the rising and descending motions of rotary system 26 may be coordinated with that of handling system 30.
  • mobile portion 44 includes a slot 58 connecting the first cavity 40, the second cavity 42 and retaining zone 43.
  • Slot 58 allows the translational motion of mobile portion 44 and also the transversal motion of rotary system 26 and/or of punch 36, which can cross said mobile portion 44.

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  1. Machinerie pour orienter et former une plaque (2) pour un muselet, comprenant une unité de formation pour imprimer sur une plaque (2) une forme sensiblement en forme de capuchon pourvue d'une pluralité de creux (4) au niveau du bord (6) pour loger les fils ou les pattes (8) d'un muselet ;
    caractérisée en ce qu'elle comprend :
    - un moyen de détection (28) pour détecter l'orientation de ladite plaque (2) ;
    - une unité de commande capable de comparer l'orientation détectée de ladite plaque (2) avec une orientation prédéfinie ;
    - un système rotatif (26) pour faire tourner ladite plaque (2) ;
    - un système de manutention (30) capable de déplacer les plaques (2) entre : ledit moyen de détection (28), ledit système rotatif (26), ladite unité de formation ;
    dans laquelle ledit système de manutention (30) inclut une partie mobile (44) susceptible de se déplacer suivant un mouvement rectiligne alterné ;
    dans laquelle ladite partie mobile (44) inclut : une première cavité (40) et une seconde cavité (42), configurées pour recevoir la plaque (2), et une zone de retenue (43) capable de recevoir et de retenir la plaque (2).
  2. Machinerie selon la revendication 1, dans laquelle ledit moyen de détection (28) est un moyen de détection d'image.
  3. Machinerie selon la revendication 1 ou 2, dans laquelle une pluralité respective d'ouvertures sont ménagées dans ladite première cavité (40) et ladite seconde cavité (42), ouvertures à travers lesquelles un moyen d'aspiration peut aspirer de l'air.
  4. Machinerie selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 3, dans laquelle ledit système rotatif (26) inclut une partie de préhension (34) capable de maintenir de manière sélective la plaque (2).
  5. Machinerie selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, dans laquelle ledit moyen de détection (28) se trouve au niveau d'une position opposée audit système rotatif (26) par rapport audit système de manutention (30).
  6. Machinerie selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 5, comprenant un dispositif de serrage (48) situé à proximité dudit moyen de détection (28) et dudit système rotatif (26), qui est utile pour centrer la plaque (2) en position tout en la faisant tourner.
  7. Machinerie selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6, dans laquelle la partie mobile (44) inclut une fente (58) reliant la première cavité (40), la seconde cavité (42) et la zone de retenue (43).
  8. Machinerie selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7, dans laquelle
    l'unité de formation comprend un poinçon (36) susceptible de se déplacer pour saisir la plaque (2) et la poinçonner contre un emporte-pièce (38) ;
    le système rotatif (26) peut de déplacer de façon transversale vers le système de manutention (30) afin de retirer la plaque (2) de la première cavité (40) puis de la placer dans la seconde cavité (42) ;
    le mouvement du système de manutention (30) est coordonné avec celui du poinçon (36) par l'intermédiaire de l'unité de commande, et de même le mouvement transversal du système rotatif (26) est coordonné avec celui du système de manutention (30).
  9. Machinerie selon la revendication 8, comprenant une unité d'accumulation de plaques (24) pour contenir une pluralité de plaques (2) orientées vers le moyen de détection (28) ;
    dans laquelle la première cavité (40) peut se déplacer entre l'unité d'accumulation de plaques (24) et la zone où se trouvent le moyen de détection (28) et le système rotatif (26) ; la seconde cavité (42) peut se déplacer entre la zone où se trouvent le moyen de détection (28) et le système rotatif (26) et l'unité de formation.
  10. Procédé pour orienter et former une plaque (2), de préférence une tôle, pour un muselet au moyen d'une machinerie selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 9, comprenant les étapes suivantes :
    - détecter l'orientation d'une plaque (2) ;
    - comparer l'orientation détectée avec une orientation prédéfinie ;
    - si l'orientation de ladite plaque (2) diffère de ladite orientation prédéfinie, faire tourner ladite plaque (2) de telle sorte qu'elle prenne ladite orientation prédéfinie ;
    - imprimer sur ladite plaque (2) une forme sensiblement en forme de capuchon pourvue d'une pluralité de creux (4) au niveau du bord (6) pour loger les fils ou les pattes (8) d'un muselet.
  11. Procédé selon la revendication 10, dans lequel l'étape de détection de l'orientation est effectuée par détection d'une marque (10) distinctive sur une face de ladite plaque (2).
  12. Procédé selon la revendication 10 ou 11, comprenant les étapes de :
    - placement de ladite plaque (2) au niveau d'une première unité où les étapes suivantes sont effectuées : détecter l'orientation de ladite plaque (2) et, si l'orientation de ladite plaque (2) diffère de ladite orientation prédéfinie, faire tourner ladite plaque (2) de telle sorte qu'elle prenne ladite orientation prédéfinie ;
    - déplacement de ladite plaque (2) vers une unité de formation pour effectuer l'étape d'impression sur ladite plaque (2) d'une forme sensiblement en forme de capuchon pourvue d'une pluralité de creux (4) au niveau du bord (6).
  13. Procédé selon la revendication 12, comprenant les étapes de :
    - création d'un flux de plaques (2) entrant dans ladite première unité ;
    - création d'un flux de plaques (2) sortant de ladite unité de formation.
  14. Procédé selon la revendication 13, comprenant les étapes de :
    - agencement préalable d'une unité d'accumulation de plaques (24) pour créer ledit flux de plaques (2) entrant dans ladite première unité ;
    - déplacement desdites plaques (2) vers ladite première unité.
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