AUTOMATIC PIPE LOADER MECHANISM AND MACHINE

Abstract

This invention presents the Automatic Pipe Loader (APL), a machine designed for efficient and automated loading of pipes onto transport vehicles. Using nylon ropes, a winding motor, and rotor bars, the APL secures pipes in bundles, minimizing labor, enhancing safety, and ensuring consistent quality. Adaptable to various pipe sizes, the APL offers a reliable, cost-effective solution for the logistics and material handling industries.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to industrial automation and material handling technology, specifically to a machine that automates the process of loading pipes onto transportation vehicles. The system enhances efficiency, safety, and precision in pipe logistics, offering a solution suitable for industries reliant on the transportation and handling of pipes.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Traditional methods of loading pipes onto trucks are labor-intensive, hazardous, and time-consuming. The process generally requires significant manpower and involves physically demanding tasks, increasing the risk of injury and decreasing operational efficiency. Furthermore, inconsistent manual loading often leads to improper bundling, resulting in damage during transport, reduced productivity, and increased costs. Industries reliant on pipe logistics lack versatile loading systems that accommodate various pipe sizes and materials efficiently, further complicating operations and elevating expenses.
Current systems for pipe loading are limited in flexibility, often requiring multiple modifications or specialized equipment for different types of pipes. Manual handling of pipes also poses challenges in ensuring consistent quality during loading, as variations in bundling can lead to instabilities in transport and greater risks of product damage. As industries move toward automation to enhance operational flow, there is a pressing need for a reliable, versatile, and automated solution for pipe loading that reduces labor dependency, enhances safety, and ensures consistent quality.
This invention addresses these challenges by providing an Automatic Pipe Loader (APL) Machine that employs advanced automation technologies. The APL integrates components like conveyor systems, a pulley-hook mechanism, and a rope collector system, making it a robust solution for loading pipes efficiently and safely. This machine reduces the physical demands on workers, minimizes risks of workplace injuries, and offers consistent, high-quality pipe bundling, positioning it as a valuable asset in the industrial logistics sector.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
The Automatic Pipe Loader (APL) is a machine designed to automate the loading of pipes onto trucks or other transportation vehicles. Equipped with a combination of conveyor systems, pulley hooks, and an advanced rope collector, the APL handles pipes of varying sizes and materials with ease. The machine's design reduces manual labor, increases workplace safety, and ensures consistent bundling for secure transport. Its adaptability makes it suitable for multiple industrial applications, providing an efficient, automated solution for pipe loading.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: SHOWS THE ASSEMBLED VIEW OF THE AUTOMATIC PIPE LOADER MECHANISM AND MACHINE.
FIGURE 2: ILLUSTRATES THE WIRE DIAGRAM OF THE MACHINE'S COMPONENTS, DETAILING THE SYSTEM'S FUNCTIONAL LAYOUT.
FIGURE 3: PRESENTS THE MAIN STRUCTURAL VIEW OF THE INVENTION, FOCUSING ON THE KEY LOADING AND BUNDLING COMPONENTS.
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms "a"," "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises," "comprising," "includes" and/or "including," when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", "third", and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
The Automatic Pipe Loader (APL) consists of several meticulously designed components that work together to create an efficient, reliable solution for pipe loading. The machine is built upon a structural frame that serves as the foundation, supporting components like nylon ropes, pipes, a winding motor, and rotor bars. The nylon ropes are essential for bundling the pipes. After loading the pipes onto the frame, the ropes secure them in bundles for easy and safe transportation.
The machine operates by placing the frame structure on the ground, where pipes of any material and size are arranged within it. The APL's side frames, positioned on both the left and right, support the pipes during the bundling and loading process. Once the pipes are in place, the winding motor engages, pulling the ropes through the rotor bars and creating tension around the pipes. The ropes, equipped with knots, prevent slippage, maintain organized bundling, and allow for easy handling during transportation.
Hooks on the side frames enable easy lifting of the entire structure once it's loaded. These hooks are strategically positioned at the corners of the frame to ensure stability and secure handling. After loading, the entire frame, with bundled pipes, is lifted and placed onto a truck or other transport vehicle. At the delivery location, the ropes can either be untied to release the pipes or left in place to facilitate unloading, offering flexibility in handling.
This innovative machine addresses key industry challenges by providing a reliable solution for consistent bundling, safe handling, and efficient transport of pipes. The APL improves safety by minimizing manual handling, enhances loading consistency, and reduces overall operational costs. The system's adaptable design accommodates various pipe types and sizes, making it a valuable tool in diverse industrial settings.
, Claims:1. A machine for automated loading of pipes, known as the Automatic Pipe Loader (APL), comprising a structural frame, nylon ropes, winding motor, and rotor bars.
2. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the structural frame provides a stable foundation for organizing and bundling pipes of varying sizes and materials.
3. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein nylon ropes secure the pipes in bundles and prevent slippage through strategically positioned knots.
4. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the winding motor pulls the ropes, creating tension and ensuring uniform bundling of pipes.
5. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein rotor bars facilitate the organized movement of ropes to maintain consistency in bundling.
6. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein side frame hooks at four corners enable the lifting and placement of the frame onto transport vehicles.
7. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the ropes remain intact during transportation, allowing for easy unloading at the delivery site.
8. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein it reduces manual labor and enhances workplace safety by automating the loading process.
9. A method for loading pipes as claimed in Claim 1, involving arranging pipes within a frame, securing them with ropes, and transporting the bundled structure to a destination.

10. The machine as claimed in Claim 1, wherein it provides a versatile, cost-effective solution adaptable to various pipe sizes and industrial applications.

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