JPH0248329A - Assorting equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To eliminate a label for the code number of a cargo and to prevent the occurrence of a trouble due to a label by a method wherein a second printing device is driven by a first printing device drive means to print a code number on a cargo. CONSTITUTION:A cargo 4 conveyed by means of conveyance lines 1a - 1d selects a code number, intended to be printed on the cargo, from the order of the name of a particle to be conveyed, the number of lots, and a conveying amount per one lot each time a cargo detecting signal is inputted from a second cargo detecting device 37. The code number is printed by means of second printing devices 34 and 35 driven by a first printing device drive means to output the printing code number. With a label reading device 10 driven, the code number is read by a management control means each time a cargo detecting signal from a first cargo detecting device 9 is inputted by a management control means, and an address code consisting of the shoot number of an assortment address related to a printing code number and the address code of an assortment address is outputted from the management control means.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention The present invention relates to sorting equipment, and particularly to a configuration for increasing its working efficiency.

Conventional Technology Hereinafter, conventional sorting equipment will be explained based on the main part configuration diagram in FIG.

In Figure i3, reference numerals 1a to 1d indicate plastic conveyors constituting a conveyance line, and a plurality of shoes (three in the drawing) are installed on the sides of the belt conveyors 1a to 1d along the plastic conveyors 1a to 1d. ~2cf: Setke, Shu)
Beto conveyors 1a-l corresponding to the entrances of 2a-2c
The load 4 is transferred to each chute 2a to 2cV by nine discharging rope devices (hereinafter abbreviated as DRI) 3a to 3c arranged between d and
Disbursements are made separately for store C (store M). As shown in FIGS. 4(a) and 4(b), the DRIs 3a to 3c have a plurality of (5 in the drawings) movable up and down conveyors at intervals of 1 and 1 lb, respectively, and whose directions can be changed. It is composed of a driving loaf 5, and when the load 4 passes, the driving roller 5
It is located on the same plane as the top surface of the belt conveyor 1a and faces the conveying direction M, and when discharging the load 4, the drive roller 5 is driven to protrude from the top surface of the belt conveyor 1a and directed toward the chute 2a. The load 4t-1 being conveyed in the conveyance direction M is conveyed toward 2a as shown by the imaginary line.

In FIG. 3, 6 is a host computer that controls the sorting equipment. [1 (hereinafter referred to as RH5
When the label reading device (hereinafter referred to as BCR) 10t provided on the side of the pet conveyor 1a is detected by the load detection signal A of the load 4 (hereinafter referred to as "BCR"), the label reading device (hereinafter referred to as "BCR") 10t-drives the label reading device (hereinafter referred to as "BCR") provided on the side of the pet conveyor 1a to detect the load 4 on which the data of the load 4 is written. The code of L'4a is read, and the sorting described later is sent to the controller 11.The code for the cargo 4 registered in advance using this read code is selected by the previous chute number and store name code. The sorting signal consisting of chute and store name codes is outputted as a signal Bt-. For sorting, the controller 11 inputs the load detection signal A and the sorting signal B, and outputs a printing device (hereinafter referred to as I) consisting of an inkjet printer installed downstream of the BCR 10
JP) 12 and DRI 3a to 3c f are driven. For sorting, the controller 11, as shown in FIG.
The sorting that drives the drive unit 11a of the JP12 and the DRIs 3a to 3c' is composed of the control unit 11b, and the IJP drive unit 11a inputs the load detection signal A and then controls the PH89 and I
The time t corresponding to the distance of JP12 is counted, and the sorting is done by counting up the IJ consisting of the store name code of signal B.
The store name code is printed on the load 4 by outputting it to the P drive signal C1-IJP12, and the control unit 11b starts counting after inputting the load detection signal A. Based on the previous shoot number, the corresponding DR will be sorted first.
I is determined, a count-up set value corresponding to the distance between PH59 and this DRI is set, and according to the count-up, a drive signal is output to the target DRI to sort the cargo 4t into the target chute.

With the above configuration, the store code is printed on the load 4 and each
-) In order to sort into 2a~2C, each chute 2a~
Even when sorting the previous load 4, the workers at each shoe) 2a to 2c can perform secondary sorting based on the printed store code, and perform secondary sorting based on a list etc. Sorting is more efficient than sorting.

Problems to be Solved by the Invention However, in the conventional configuration, first, attaching the label /l/4;1 on which the data of the load 4 is printed on the load 4 requires a process, so a label μ paper is required. Furthermore, if it is done manually, labor costs are required, and if it is done by machine, there is an adhesive on the back of the wa/I/4a, so there is a problem that the label μ is difficult to peel off from the raw μ paper and is prone to malfunctions. Good friend. In addition, in the conventional configuration, the printing of the store code on the load 4 by the IJP 12 is limited to one side of the load 4, so each shoe) 2a to 2C is used to sort the work position of the worker who transports the load 4. If the store code of the incoming cargo 4 is set in a position where it cannot be seen, it is necessary to turn the cargo 4 over for secondary sorting, which reduces work efficiency.

The present invention solves the above-mentioned problems, and allows data to be printed on the load without using a label PT, and the side TL of the load on which the store code is printed in gold can be selected, increasing work efficiency and saving labor. The purpose of sorting is to provide full facilities.

tth Means for Solving the Problems In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a plurality of sorting and discharging devices and a load conveying line disposed downstream of the chute tray, each disposed on both sides of the line. and two first printing devices.

A label reading device, a first load detecting device, a second printing device, and a second load detecting device are arranged on a side of the line upstream of the first printing device in order toward the line upstream. In preparation, the number of rods of the load to be transported by the EfJ line, the number of conveyance per lot, the print code number for the product name, and the order of the product name to be transported are registered in advance, and the load detection signal from the second load detection device is input. Select the code number to be printed on the load from the number of lots in the order of product name and the conveyance device per lot (a), output this printed code number to the second printing device, and print the code number on the load. A first printing device driving means, a VC in which the number and store code of the previous chute for sorting are registered in advance for the print code number, and each time a load detection signal from the first load detection device is input; Management control means that drives the feed I'H picking device to read the code number printed on the load, and outputs a signal for sorting according to the printed code number based on the previous chute number and the previous store code. Each time a load detection signal from the first load detection device and a sorting signal from the management control means are input, the sorting signal is sent to at least one of the two first printing devices. A second printing device N that outputs the previous store code and prints the store code on the cargo.
It is equipped with a driving means.

Effect With the above configuration, the load transported by the transport line is @
Each time the load detection signal from the load detection device No. 2 is input, the first control selects a code number 1a to be printed on the load based on the order of conveyance name, loft number, and conveyance quantity per lot, and outputs this printed code number. A code number is printed by a second printing device driven by a printing device driving means, and this code number is printed by a management control means every time a load detection signal from the first load detection device is input.
The label reading device is driven and read, and the management control means outputs a sorting signal based on the print code number, the previous chute number, and the previous store code.

Furthermore, the load is detected every time a load detection signal from the first load detection device and a sorting signal from the storage control means are input.
The store code is printed by the first printing device driven by the second printing device driving means, which outputs the store code of the previous store, and the sorting signal corresponds to the previous chute. sorted by a dispensing device.

EXAMPLE Hereinafter, an example of the present invention will be described based on the drawings. Note that the same components as those in FIG. 3 of the conventional example are given the same reference numerals and explanations will be omitted.

In FIG. 1, a tact feeder 21 is provided upstream of the line from the PH 59 to convey loads 4 to the conveyor belt 1a at a constant load pitch, and a ninth conveyor 22 for conveying loads to the tact feeder 21. A chute 23 is provided. Shoot Oheha 2 wood transport line 24
．． 25 is connected, and the conveyance line 24 is connected to the chute 2.
A duct feeder 26 that carries out 4 tons of cargo to the tact feeder 26, a V tact feeder 27 that accumulates the cargo 4 on this tact feeder 26, and sequentially transports 4 tons of cargo, an accumulation conveyor 28, and a plastic conveyor that conveys the cargo 4 to the accumulation conveyor 28. Consists of four.

The conveyance line 25 is similarly composed of a tact feeder 30% pre-tact feeder 31, an accumulation conveyor 32, and a bed conveyor 33, and these conveyance lines 24,
25 tact feeders 26 and 30 are driven alternately to feed the load 4.
It is being transported to T-7 Ute 23. In addition, conveyance line 2
A second printing device IJP 34.35 is provided on the side of the belt conveyor 29.
36 is installed, and a PH 537 is installed upstream of the beer conveyor 33 of the IJP 35. 9. In FIG. 1, two IJPs 38a and 38, which are the first printing devices, are installed on both sides of the line downstream of the %BCR10 beta conveyor 1a.
b is provided. For the first cause, in addition to the conventional chute 2a+*2b+...
b* Also shoe on the opposite side of lc...) 2a*,
2b*... are provided, and DRI3a, 3b,
Depending on the direction of the drive roller 5, the load 4 can be moved to the left or right chute 2a! , 2az, 2b+, and 2bt-. Shoot 2a1, 2as, 2bt, 2
A circle mark with diagonal lines next to b* indicates the worker's working position, and %39 indicates the basket truck into which the worker performs the second sorting of the cargo and throws in the cargo 4t''.

FIG. 2 shows a control block diagram of the main parts of the above-mentioned sorting equipment.

In FIG. 2, 40 is a conventional host computer 6.
It is a host computer corresponding to , and in its main part, the number of lofts of the loads 4 to be conveyed to the conveyance lines 24 and 25, the quantity to be conveyed per lot, the print code number l<- for the product name, and the name of the conveyed product are registered in advance. , IJP 3
4 and IJP351j! r: The first IJP drive section 40a to be driven and the previous chute 2ax* 2a t, 2bs t2bt for sorting according to the printed code number in advance.
A management control unit 40b in which the previous residence code is registered is provided for sorting according to the number and print code number, and the first IJP drive unit 40a is controlled every time the load detection signal E of load 4 is input from the PH536. , conveyance line 24
Judging from the number of lots of cargo 4, the quantity transported per lot, and the product name, Pu536 'i identifies the product name of cargo 4 passing through TJP 3te, and transfers cargo 4 to IJP 34 at the timing when cargo 4 passes through TJP 3te. A drive signal F consisting of a printed code number corresponding to the product name is output, and the code number is printed on the load 4 by the IJP 34. Similarly, in the conveyance line 25, every time the load detection signal G of the load 4 is input from the PH537, the conveyance input is performed. Judging from the number of lots of 25 cargoes 4, transport at per lot, and transport product name, PH
537? Identify the names of the 40 items passing through, and cargo 4 is IJ.
At the timing of passing through P35, a drive signal H consisting of a printed code number corresponding to the product name of the item 4 is output to the IJP 35, and the code number is printed on the item 4 by the IJP 35. Furthermore, the management control means 40a has a PH5
When the load detection signal A is input from 9, the BCR 10 is driven to read the code number /<- printed on the load 4, and from the printed code number, the printed code number l of the load 4 (- is sorted at the previous chute position. The sorting and sorting specifies the previous whereabouts code, and the sorting consisting of these chute numbers and the whereabouts code outputs a signal B't- sorting to the controller 41.As for sorting, the controller 41 outputs the second The IJP drive section 41a and the control section 41b perform sorting.
In the second IJP driving unit 41a, the working positions of the workers are registered in advance for each of the sea L-2at, 2a, 2bs, and 2bx. For example, the work position corresponding to IJP38a is registered in advance. As for shi”-)
As working positions for 2ar e2b* and IJP 38b, shoe) 2b+ and 2at are registered. The second IJP drive unit 41a checks the work position from the previous chute number for sorting every time the load detection signal A and the sorting signal B are input, and from the work position, the IJP 38a or I
After detecting the load detection signal At- manually, count the distance between PHS 9 and I JP 38a and 38b, and count the time corresponding to the time for the load 4 to pass. The drive signal Jk corresponding to the store code is output. In FIG. 1, 4b indicates the nine residence code printed in IJP38.38b. The sorting is performed by the control unit 41b.K inputs the load detection signal A, and the chute position and whether it is on the left or right along the transport direction of the load 4 are registered in advance for each chute 2a+e2a**2b1e2bx-. After that, counting starts, and the sorting is determined by the corresponding DRI e from the previous shoot number of signal B.

The distance *' between PH99 and DRI is counted for the time equivalent to the time for the load 4 to pass, and by counting up, the determined DRI is output as a drive signal D' that includes the direction of the drive loaf 5, and the load is sent to each chute. Sort 4.

With the above configuration, for example, the t
Cargo 4 data is printed by IJP34 and BC
RIOK Elidata is being released one after another, spreading to the positions of workers on the sorting chute, and I JP38a or I JP
The location code is printed by 38b, the cart is sorted into the desired chute, and the worker loads the cage car 3 according to the location code.
Secondary sorting to 9. Therefore.

First, it is possible to eliminate the step of completely pasting the lie/1z4a on the load 4, and the top μ or labor costs associated with pasting the label μ as in the past can be eliminated. Furthermore, the second worker who is sent with the location code printed in the direction of the worker can eliminate work such as changing the direction of the load 4, and work efficiency can be improved.

In this embodiment, the Imperial Palace code is printed on one side of the load 4 according to the position of the worker using IJP38a or 38b, but IJP38a and 38b @
The imperial code may be printed on both sides of the load 4 by driving at the same time. Ma2. Although the IJP drive unit 41a is provided in the controller 41 for sorting, the host computer 40
It may be provided inside.

Effects of the Invention As described above, according to the present invention, the second printing device is driven by the first printing device driving means to print the code number on the cargo.
There is no need to use the equipment for /1, labor costs are no longer required,
Towog/L' for labels can be eliminated.

In addition, the second printing device driving means prints the Gosho code on the cargo by at least one of the first printing devices according to the signal for sorting signals from the management control means, so for example, the Gosho code By printing in a position that workers can see in accordance with the work position of all workers, workers do not have to turn it over to see the imperial code depending on their work position, increasing work efficiency. .

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

The first factor is that the classification showing an embodiment of the present invention is a configuration diagram of the main parts of the equipment, FIG. 2 is a control block diagram of the equipment, and FIG. FIG. 4 (ω, (b) is a plan view and a side view showing the operation of the dispensing roller device, respectively. 1a to ld...Betcon conveyor (conveyance line),
2a! . 2ax, 2b+ r 2b*”・Shoot, 3a~
3cm dispensing loaf device (DRI'), 4... load, 9... (first) load detection device (PHS'),
10... Label reader @ (BCR), 34.35
... (second) printing device (IJP), 37 ... (second) load detection device 1e (PH5), 38a, 38b
...(first) printing device (IJP), 40a...first printing device drive section, 40b...management control section, 41a
...Second printing device drive section, 41b...Control section for sorting. Agent Yoshihiro Morimoto Figure 4 (i)

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. Upstream of a load conveyance line in which a plurality of sorting dispensing devices and chutes are arranged downstream, two first printing devices are arranged on both sides of the line, and the first printing A label reading device, a first
a load detection device, a second printing device, and a second load detection device, the number of lots of loads to be transported by the line;
The quantity to be transported per lot, the print code number for the product name, and the order of the product name to be transported are registered in advance, and each time the load detection signal from the second load detection device is input, the order of the product name, the number of lots, and the order of the product name to be transported are registered in advance. a first printing device driving means that selects a code number to be printed on the load based on the conveyance quantity and outputs this print code number to the second printing device to print the code number on the load; The number and store code of the chute to be sorted are registered in advance, and each time a load detection signal from the first load detection device is input, the label reading device is driven to read the code number applied to the load. management control means for outputting a sorting signal consisting of a chute number of a sorting destination and a store code of a sorting destination in response to the read and printed code number; a load detection signal from the first load detection device and a sorting signal from the management control means; a second printing device driving means that outputs a store code of the sorting destination of the sorting signal to at least one of the two first printing devices to print the store code on the cargo each time the signal is input; Equipped with sorting equipment.