Wheat conditioning device for flour processing

By using a flip-up frame and stainless steel mesh frame design, combined with a stirring rod and motor drive, the problem of uneven water penetration during wheat wetting is solved, achieving uniform wetting and efficient drainage of wheat, thus improving flour quality and production efficiency.

CN224388849UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23NINGXIA QINGTONGXIA FA FULAI FLOUR CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NINGXIA QINGTONGXIA FA FULAI FLOUR CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-30
Publication Date
2026-06-23

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Technical Problem

In existing wheat wetting equipment, uneven water penetration during the wheat wetting process leads to insufficient wetting or excessive water absorption in some areas, affecting flour quality and production efficiency.

Method used

The design incorporates a flip-up frame and a stainless steel mesh frame, combined with a stirring rod and motor drive, to achieve uniform mixing of wheat and water. Excess water is quickly drained by resetting the flip-up frame, and the design with a baffle plate and drain pipe ensures uniform water penetration and efficient drainage.

Benefits of technology

It ensures uniformity in the wheat wetting process, avoids insufficient wetting or excessive water absorption, improves wetting efficiency and flour quality, and maintains a clean working environment.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a wheat moistening device for flour processing, including a U-shaped frame. Two baffles are hinged to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame, and rubber sealing strips are fixedly embedded in the outer walls of both baffles. An equipment frame is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame, and a first motor is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the equipment frame. A rotating frame is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the output shaft of the first motor, and a rubber hose is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating frame. This utility model achieves uniform moistening of wheat by driving the rotating frame and stainless steel mesh frame to rotate through the first motor, avoiding uneven water penetration. By setting a stirring rod driven by a second motor, wheat and water are dynamically mixed, further improving the uniformity of moistening and preventing localized insufficient moistening or excessive water absorption. The rotating frame can be reset to an opening-down position, working with the stainless steel mesh frame to drain excess water quickly, improving moistening efficiency and reducing moisture residue.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of flour processing technology, and in particular to a wheat moistening device for flour processing. Background Technology

[0002] Flour processing refers to the process of converting grains such as wheat into flour through a series of technological steps. This process includes multiple steps such as cleaning, moistening, crushing, mixing, and milling, with the aim of improving the precision and quality of flour to meet the needs of different food processing.

[0003] In flour processing, the main reason for moistening wheat is to improve its milling performance and the quality of the flour. The moistening process adjusts the moisture content of the wheat to an ideal state for milling, thereby improving flour quality and production efficiency.

[0004] In existing technologies, traditional wheat moistening equipment usually adopts a fixed structure design, which leads to uneven water penetration during the wheat moistening process. Some areas are prone to insufficient moistening or excessive water absorption. Therefore, we propose a wheat moistening device for flour processing to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a wheat moistening device for flour processing.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A wheat moistening device for flour processing includes a U-shaped frame. Two baffles are hinged to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame, and rubber sealing strips are fixedly embedded in the outer walls of both baffles. An equipment frame is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame. A first motor is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the equipment frame. A flipping frame is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the output shaft of the first motor. A rubber hose is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the flipping frame. A water pump is fixedly connected to one end of the rubber hose. Two end plates are fixedly connected inside the flipping frame. A stainless steel mesh frame is fixedly connected between the two end plates. A circular frame is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame. A rotating component is provided on the outer wall of the U-shaped frame.

[0008] Preferably, the rotating assembly includes a second motor, the inner wall of the circular frame is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second motor, one end of the output shaft of the second motor is fixedly connected to a transmission shaft, both ends of the transmission shaft are fixedly fitted with bearings, the outer rings of the two bearings are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the flipping frame, and multiple stirring rods are uniformly fixedly connected to the outer wall of the transmission shaft. By setting the rotating assembly, the transmission shaft and multiple stirring rods are driven to rotate, thereby mixing wheat and water.

[0009] Preferably, the outer walls of both rubber sealing strips are pressed against the outer wall of the U-shaped frame, and the outer wall of the U-shaped frame is fixedly connected to a drain pipe. The sealing performance of the contact surface between the water baffle and the U-shaped frame is increased by setting the rubber sealing strips.

[0010] Preferably, the outer wall of the U-shaped frame has a circular hole, and the inner wall of the circular hole is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the output shaft of the first motor.

[0011] Preferably, the outer wall of the stainless steel mesh frame is fixedly connected to a material pipe, and the inner wall of the material pipe is threaded with an end cap to seal the port of the material pipe.

[0012] Preferably, both the outer walls of the U-shaped frame and the flipping frame are provided with through holes, and the inner walls of the through holes are rotatably connected to the outer walls of the output shaft of the second motor.

[0013] Preferably, both end plates have through holes on their outer walls, and the inner walls of both through holes are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the drive shaft.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are:

[0015] This solution uses a first motor to drive the rotating frame and stainless steel mesh frame to achieve uniform wetting of wheat and avoid uneven water penetration. By setting a stirring rod and driving it with a second motor, the wheat and water are dynamically mixed to further improve the uniformity of wetting and prevent local insufficient wetting or excessive water absorption. The rotating frame can be reset to the position with the opening facing down, and together with the stainless steel mesh frame, it can drain water quickly, improve wetting efficiency and reduce water residue. The design of the baffle plate and drain pipe facilitates the centralized collection and diversion of wastewater, keeps the working environment clean, and supports directional drainage through external pipes. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a wheat moistening device for flour processing proposed in this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a wheat moistening device for flour processing proposed in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This utility model proposes a wheat moistening device for flour processing. Figure 2A magnified structural diagram of part A in the diagram;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of a wheat moistening device for flour processing proposed in this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. U-shaped frame; 2. Water baffle; 3. Rubber sealing strip; 4. Drain pipe; 5. Equipment frame; 6. First motor; 7. Tilting frame; 8. Rubber hose; 9. End plate; 10. Stainless steel mesh frame; 11. Material pipe; 12. End cover; 13. Circular frame; 14. Second motor; 15. Drive shaft; 16. Bearing; 17. Agitator rod. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Depend on Figures 1-4 As shown, a wheat moistening device for flour processing is disclosed, comprising a U-shaped frame 1. Two baffles 2 are hinged to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame 1. Rubber sealing strips 3 are fixedly embedded in the outer wall of each baffle 2. The outer walls of the two rubber sealing strips 3 are pressed against the outer wall of the U-shaped frame 1. The rubber sealing strips 3 and the U-shaped frame 1 are interference-fitted. Rotating the two baffles 2 can easily place the collection device at the bottom of the feed pipe 11. A drain pipe 4 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame 1. The port of the drain pipe 4 can be connected to a long pipe (rubber material) for drainage.

[0024] The outer wall of the U-shaped frame 1 is fixedly connected to the equipment frame 5, and the inner wall of the equipment frame 5 is fixedly connected to the first motor 6. The equipment frame 5 protects the first motor 6. The outer wall of the U-shaped frame 1 has a circular hole, and the inner wall of the circular hole is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the output shaft of the first motor 6. The outer wall of the output shaft of the first motor 6 is fixedly connected to the flipping frame 7, and the first motor 6 drives the flipping frame 7 to rotate 90 degrees back and forth.

[0025] A rubber hose 8 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the flipping frame 7. A water pump is fixedly connected to one end of the rubber hose 8. The water pump delivers external water to the flipping frame 7 through the rubber hose 8. Two end plates 9 are fixedly connected inside the flipping frame 7. A stainless steel mesh frame 10 is fixedly connected between the two end plates 9. The end plates 9 and the flipping frame 7 support the stainless steel mesh frame 10. A material pipe 11 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the stainless steel mesh frame 10. An end cap 12 is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the material pipe 11. The end cap 12 seals the port of the material pipe 11. A circular frame 13 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame 1.

[0026] The outer wall of the U-shaped frame 1 is equipped with a rotating assembly, which includes a second motor 14. Both the outer walls of the U-shaped frame 1 and the flipping frame 7 have through holes. The inner wall of the through holes is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the output shaft of the second motor 14. The inner wall of the circular frame 13 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second motor 14, and the circular frame 13 protects the second motor 14. One end of the output shaft of the second motor 14 is fixedly connected to a drive shaft 15. The outer walls of the two end plates 9 are equipped with through holes. The inner walls of the two through holes are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the drive shaft 15. The second motor 14 drives the drive shaft 15 to rotate. Both ends of the drive shaft 15 are fixedly fitted with bearings 16. The outer rings of the two bearings 16 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the flipping frame 7. The bearings 16 assist the drive shaft 15 in rotating and support the flipping frame 7. Multiple stirring rods 17 are evenly fixedly connected to the outer wall of the drive shaft 15. The multiple stirring rods 17 rotate to accelerate the mixing between wheat and water.

[0027] Working principle: During use, the rotating end cap 12 exposes the inside of the feed pipe 11 and the stainless steel mesh frame 10. The first motor 6 rotates, causing the tilting frame 7, the two end plates 9, and the stainless steel mesh frame 10 to rotate, so that the feed pipe 11 faces upwards. The wheat to be processed is then placed into the stainless steel mesh frame 10 through the feed pipe 11. The end cap 12 is rotated again to seal the feed pipe 11. The water pump operates, delivering water to the tilting frame 7 through the rubber hose 8. The water permeates into the wheat through the stainless steel mesh frame 10, moistening the wheat. Simultaneously, the second motor 14 rotates, driving the drive shaft 15 to rotate. The rotation of the drive shaft 15 drives multiple stirring rods 17 to rotate, further agitating the wheat. Wheat is mixed with water. After wetting, the first motor 6 drives the tilting frame 7 to reset, so that the openings of the feed pipe 11 and the tilting frame 7 face downwards. Excess water inside the tilting frame 7 falls down along the stainless steel mesh frame 10 and collects between the U-shaped frame 1 and the two baffles 2. It is then discharged through the drain pipe 4. The drain pipe 4 can be connected to a long pipe to discharge the water to a designated location. After the wheat is drained, the two baffles 2 are rotated to place the existing collection equipment at the bottom of the feed pipe 11. The end cover 12 is opened and the wheat falls downwards by its own gravity. The existing brush cleans the wheat adhering to the stainless steel mesh frame 10 and completely discharges it.

[0028] All standard parts used in this utility model can be purchased from the market. Irregular parts can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art. In addition, the circuit connection adopts conventional connection methods in the prior art, which will not be described in detail here. Furthermore, the structure and principle of the components known to those skilled in the art can be learned by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods.

[0029] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this application, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A wheat conditioning device for flour processing, comprising a U-shaped frame (1), characterized in that, Two water baffles (2) are hinged to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame (1). Rubber sealing strips (3) are fixedly embedded on the outer wall of both water baffles (2). An equipment frame (5) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame (1). A first motor (6) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the equipment frame (5). A flip frame (7) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the output shaft of the first motor (6). A rubber hose (8) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the flip frame (7). A water pump is fixedly connected to one end of the rubber hose (8). Two end plates (9) are fixedly connected inside the flip frame (7). A stainless steel mesh frame (10) is fixedly connected between the two end plates (9). A circular frame (13) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the U-shaped frame (1). A rotating component is provided on the outer wall of the U-shaped frame (1).

2. The wheat moistening device for flour processing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating assembly includes a second motor (14), the inner wall of the circular frame (13) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second motor (14), one end of the output shaft of the second motor (14) is fixedly connected to a transmission shaft (15), both ends of the transmission shaft (15) are fixedly fitted with bearings (16), the outer rings of the two bearings (16) are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the flipping frame (7), and a plurality of stirring rods (17) are uniformly fixedly connected to the outer wall of the transmission shaft (15).

3. The wheat moistening device for flour processing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer walls of the two rubber sealing strips (3) are pressed against the outer wall of the U-shaped frame (1), and the outer wall of the U-shaped frame (1) is fixedly connected with a drain pipe (4).

4. The wheat moistening device for flour processing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the U-shaped frame (1) is provided with a circular hole, and the inner wall of the circular hole is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the output shaft of the first motor (6).

5. The wheat moistening device for flour processing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the stainless steel mesh frame (10) is fixedly connected to a material pipe (11), and the inner wall of the material pipe (11) is threadedly connected to an end cap (12).

6. The wheat moistening device for flour processing according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both the outer walls of the U-shaped frame (1) and the flip frame (7) are provided with through holes, and the inner walls of the through holes are rotatably connected to the outer walls of the output shaft of the second motor (14).

7. A wheat moistening device for flour processing according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both end plates (9) have through holes on their outer walls, and the inner walls of both through holes are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the drive shaft (15).