Infusion device and ice cream production line

Abstract

The present application provides a kind of perfusion device, comprising: base, material pipe, sealing rod and driving mechanism;Material pipe is connected with base;Sealing rod is movably connected with base, and can be inserted with material pipe along the axial direction of material pipe;Driving mechanism is arranged in base, and is connected with sealing rod, for driving sealing rod reciprocating motion along the axial direction of material pipe;Wherein, the end shape of sealing rod is suitable for the shape of material pipe outlet, for realizing sealing when sealing rod and material pipe end abutment.This application connects material pipe with base, sealing rod is movably connected with base, driving mechanism is arranged in base, and is connected with sealing rod, drives sealing rod reciprocating motion along the axial direction of material pipe, and the end shape of sealing rod is suitable for the shape of material pipe outlet, can realize sealing when sealing rod and material pipe end abutment, prevent the situation of elongated sharp, avoid product quality pollution, improve user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of food processing technology, and in particular to a filling device and an ice cream production line. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, in the production process of cup-type ice cream, raw materials need to be poured into the cup, and most production methods utilize pouring equipment. However, after pouring, the surface of cup-type ice cream is generally in a spherical, pointed shape. If the pointed shape is too long, it will tip over onto the edge of the packaging container, not only contaminating the quality of the ice cream but also seriously affecting the product's appearance and the consumer's experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention provides a filling device to solve the problems of elongated tips at the end of filling in the prior art, and the inability to press patterns or special shapes on the surface of cup products.

[0004] The present invention also provides an ice cream production line.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a filling device includes: a base, a material tube, a sealing rod, and a driving mechanism; the material tube is connected to the base; the sealing rod is movably connected to the base and is capable of inserting into the material tube along the axial direction of the material tube; the driving mechanism is disposed on the base and connected to the sealing rod, and is used to drive the sealing rod to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube; wherein, the end shape of the sealing rod is adapted to the outlet shape of the material tube, and is used to seal the material when the sealing rod abuts against the end of the material tube.

[0006] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the driving mechanism includes: a driving part, a switch rod, and an arc-shaped groove; the driving part is connected to the base; one end of the switch rod is connected to the driving part, and the other end of the switch rod is connected to the sealing rod; wherein, the switch rod is provided with an arc-shaped groove; the sealing rod is provided with a protrusion that mates with the arc-shaped groove.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the base includes a first passage and a second passage arranged perpendicularly to each other in a cross pattern; the sealing rod is movably connected to the base through the first passage; and the switch rod is connected to the sealing rod through the second passage.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the driving unit is any one of an electric cylinder, a pneumatic cylinder, or a hydraulic cylinder.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the driving mechanism is connected to the base along the axial direction of the sealing rod, and is used to drive the sealing rod to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, it further includes: an ultrasonic unit connected to the sealing rod, for transmitting ultrasonic waves to achieve sealing of the material tube by the end of the sealing rod.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, it further includes: a pressure tube, which is connected to the discharge end of the material tube and is used to squeeze the container holding the raw material; wherein the discharge port is provided on the side of the pressure tube facing the container.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the pressure tube and the material tube are detachably connected.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, it further includes: a first magnetic sensing part and a second magnetic sensing part; the first magnetic sensing part is disposed on one side surface of the material tube that mates with the pressure tube; the second magnetic sensing part is disposed on the other side surface of the material tube that mates with the pressure tube; wherein, the first magnetic sensing part and the second magnetic sensing part drive the pressure tube to rotate about the axial direction through magnetic induction.

[0014] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the end of the pressing tube having the outlet side is provided with a pressing pattern to achieve pressing of the surface pattern of the ice cream.

[0015] According to a second aspect of the present invention, an ice cream production line includes the above-described filling device.

[0016] The above-mentioned one or more technical solutions of the present invention have at least one of the following technical effects: The filling device and ice cream production line provided by the present invention connect the material pipe to the base, the sealing rod is movably connected to the base, the driving mechanism is set on the base and connected to the sealing rod, the sealing rod is driven to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material pipe, and the shape of the end of the sealing rod is suitable for the shape of the material pipe outlet, so that sealing can be achieved when the sealing rod abuts against the end of the material pipe, and the elongated point is prevented. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the infusion device provided by the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 This is the second schematic diagram of the infusion device provided by the present invention;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a partial schematic diagram of the assembly position of the material pipe and the pressure pipe in the injection device provided by the present invention.

[0021] Figure Labels

[0022] 10. Base; 20. Material tube; 30. Sealing rod; 40. Drive mechanism; 42. Drive unit; 44. Switching rod; 46. Arc groove; 50. Ultrasonic unit; 60. Press tube; 62. Discharge port; 70. First magnetic sensing unit; 80. Second magnetic sensing unit. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0024] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0025] according to Figure 1 As shown, the present invention provides an injection device. Figure 1 In one embodiment of the present invention, the device includes: a base 10, a sealing rod 30, a material tube 20, a drive mechanism 40, and an ultrasonic unit 50. The drive mechanism 40 consists of a drive unit 42, a switch pressure rod 44, and an arc-shaped groove 46. The sealing rod 30 is movably connected to the base 10. The base 10 includes a first channel and a second channel that are perpendicular to each other. The base 10 is connected to the material tube 20. The drive mechanism 40 is arranged perpendicular to the sealing rod 30. The sealing rod 30 can reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube 20. The ultrasonic unit 50 is connected to the sealing rod 30. The end of the sealing rod 30 is shaped to match the outlet 62 at one end of the material tube 20 to facilitate sealing.

[0026] according to Figure 2 As shown, the present invention provides an injection device. Figure 2 In another embodiment of the present invention, Figure 1 In addition, a pressure tube 60 is set up. The pressure tube 60 is detachably connected to the material tube 20. The first end of the pressure tube 60 is provided with a discharge port 62. A pressing pattern is provided on the side end face where the discharge port 62 is provided. While sealing the material, the pattern on the surface of the ice cream can be pressed.

[0027] It should be noted that the pressure tube 60 and the material tube 20 are detachably connected. When it is not necessary to process the surface pattern of the ice cream, the pressure tube 60 can be removed. The ultrasonic part 50 can be set at the base 10, the end of the sealing rod 30, etc., to simplify the structure of the filling device.

[0028] In one application scenario, when filling raw materials, the liquid enters the cavity of the feed tube and flows through the outlet of the feed tube into the container. When sealing is required, the drive unit first provides driving force, which enables the switch pressure rod to move axially, driving the sealing rod that cooperates with the switch pressure rod to move up and down axially along the base. The shape of the end of the sealing rod near the outlet is suitable for the outlet. The sealing rod moves downward to achieve sealing. The entire device can move up and down axially. At the same time as sealing, the pressure tube can press a special pattern on the surface of the ice cream, and the ultrasonic unit emits ultrasonic waves to prevent the ice cream from sticking to the device.

[0029] It should be noted that, in addition to the device being able to move up and down to press the surface of the ice cream, a lifting mechanism can also be set up so that the container can move up and down to press the special pattern. This setting places the lifting mechanism at the bottom of the container, which simplifies the structure of the filling device and reduces the risk of wear or damage to the filling device.

[0030] according to Figure 3 As shown, Figure 3 The diagram shows a partial view of the assembly positions of the pressure tube 60 and the material tube 20. The filling device provided by the present invention further includes: a first magnetic induction part 70 and a second magnetic induction part 80. The first magnetic induction part is disposed on one side surface of the material tube 20 that mates with the pressure tube 60, and the second magnetic induction part 80 is disposed on the other side surface of the material tube 20 that mates with the pressure tube 60. Through the magnetic induction effect between the first magnetic induction part 70 and the second magnetic induction part 80, the pressure tube 60 can be driven to rotate around the axial direction.

[0031] In one application scenario, the sealing rod 30 moves up and down along the axial direction to seal the material. Before the entire device rises, the pressure tube 60 can be driven to rotate around the axial direction by the magnetic induction between the first magnetic induction part 70 and the second magnetic induction part 80, which flattens the sharp point on the surface of the liquid in the container and further avoids the situation of elongated sharp points.

[0032] It should be noted that it can also be used in conjunction with the ultrasonic unit 50. When the pressure tube 60 rotates, the ultrasonic waves emitted by the ultrasonic unit 50 can greatly reduce the occurrence of tipping.

[0033] According to some specific implementation methods of this embodiment, such as Figures 1 to 2 As shown, it includes: a base 10, a material tube 20, a sealing rod 30, and a drive mechanism 40; the material tube 20 is connected to the base 10; the sealing rod 30 is movably connected to the base 10 and can be inserted into the material tube 20 along the axial direction; the drive mechanism 40 is disposed on the base 10 and connected to the sealing rod 30, and is used to drive the sealing rod 30 to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube 20; wherein, the end shape of the sealing rod 30 is adapted to the shape of the outlet 62 of the material tube 20, and is used to seal the material when the sealing rod 30 abuts against the end of the material tube 20.

[0034] Specifically, currently, cup products often exhibit a pointed surface after filling. If this pointed surface is excessively long, it can lead to product contamination, affecting the product's appearance and consumer experience. This invention addresses this issue by connecting the material tube 20 to the base 10, movably connecting the sealing rod 30 to the base 10, and setting the drive mechanism 40 on the base 10 and connecting it to the sealing rod 30. The drive mechanism 40 drives the sealing rod 30 to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube 20, and the shape of the end of the sealing rod 30 is compatible with the shape of the material outlet 62 of the material tube 20. This allows for sealing when the sealing rod 30 abuts against the end of the material tube 20, preventing the pointed surface from becoming elongated, avoiding product contamination, and improving the user experience.

[0035] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the drive mechanism 40 includes: a drive part 42, a switch rod 44, and an arc-shaped groove 46; the drive part 42 is connected to the base 10; one end of the switch rod 44 is connected to the drive part 42, and the other end of the switch rod 44 is connected to the sealing rod 30; wherein, the switch rod 44 is provided with an arc-shaped groove 46; the sealing rod 30 is provided with a protrusion that cooperates with the arc-shaped groove 46.

[0036] Specifically, one end of the switch rod 44 is connected to the drive unit 42, and the other end is connected to the sealing rod 30. The sealing rod 30 is provided with a protrusion, and the switch rod 44 is provided with an arc-shaped groove 46 that cooperates with the protrusion. After the two are engaged, the drive unit 42 provides driving force, which enables the switch rod 44 to move axially, thereby driving the sealing rod 30 that cooperates with it, and thus realizing the reciprocating motion of the sealing rod 30 along the axial direction of the material tube 20 to achieve sealing.

[0037] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the base 10 includes a first passage and a second passage arranged perpendicularly to each other in a cross pattern; the sealing rod 30 is movably connected to the base 10 through the first passage; and the switch pressure rod 44 is connected to the sealing rod 30 through the second passage.

[0038] Specifically, the base 10 has a cross-shaped pipe structure, including a first passage and a second passage that are perpendicular to each other. In this case, the drive mechanism 40 is set vertically to the sealing rod 30, the sealing tube 20 is connected to the base 10 through the first passage, and the switch rod 44 is connected to the sealing rod 30 through the second passage.

[0039] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the drive unit 42 is any one of an electric cylinder, a pneumatic cylinder, or a hydraulic cylinder.

[0040] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the drive mechanism 40 is connected to the base 10 along the axial direction of the sealing rod 30, and is used to drive the sealing rod 30 to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube 20.

[0041] Specifically, in this case, the drive mechanism 40 and the sealing rod 30 are coaxially arranged, the drive mechanism 40 is connected to the base 10, and drives the sealing rod 30 to reciprocate along the axial direction to achieve sealing.

[0042] It should be noted that, unlike the above embodiments, the base 10 is no longer a cross-shaped pipe structure, but has only one passage, through which the sealing rod 30 passes and is movably connected to the base 10.

[0043] According to one embodiment of the present invention, it further includes an ultrasonic unit 50, which is connected to the sealing rod 30 and is used to send ultrasonic waves to seal the end of the sealing rod 30 onto the material tube 20.

[0044] Specifically, unlike the sealing operation principle in the above embodiments, an ultrasonic unit 50 is additionally provided on the basis of the above embodiments. The ultrasonic unit 50 is connected to the sealing rod 30. During the filling process, the vibration of ultrasonic waves can be used to separate the ice cream liquid from the filling device, thereby avoiding the ice cream from sticking to the end face of the material tube 20 and solving the problem of elongation and pointed shape.

[0045] It should be noted that the ultrasonic unit 50 needs to be used in conjunction with the above-mentioned filling device. When the driving mechanism 40 drives the sealing rod 30 to move axially along the material tube 20, the sealing is achieved when the sealing rod 30 abuts against the end face of the material tube 20. At the same time, the ultrasonic unit 50 emits ultrasonic waves to prevent the ice cream from sticking to the end face of the material tube 20.

[0046] According to one embodiment of the present invention, it further includes: a pressure tube 60, which is connected to the discharge end of the material tube 20 and is used to squeeze the container holding the raw material; wherein, the pressure tube 60 is provided with a discharge port 62 facing the container.

[0047] Specifically, a pressure tube 60 is provided, which is connected to the discharge end of the material tube 20. A discharge port 62 is provided on one side of the pressure tube 60. The shape of the discharge port 62 is suitable for the end shape of the sealing rod 30. A pressing pattern is provided on the end face of the pressure tube 60 with the discharge port 62, which can press the surface of the ice cream into a special pattern.

[0048] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the pressure tube 60 and the feed tube 20 are detachably connected.

[0049] Specifically, the pressing tube 60 and the feeding tube 20 are detachably connected. If the ice cream does not require a pressed pattern, the pressing tube 60 can be removed, simplifying the device structure. It is convenient to install and remove when a pressed pattern is required or when the pattern needs to be changed.

[0050] In possible implementations, the pressure tube 60 and the material tube 20 can be detachably connected by means of clips, magnetic attraction, bolts, etc.

[0051] According to one embodiment of the present invention, it further includes: a first magnetic sensing part 70 and a second magnetic sensing part 80; the first magnetic sensing part 70 is disposed on one side surface of the material tube 20 that mates with the pressure tube 60; the second magnetic sensing part 80 is disposed on the other side surface of the material tube 20 that mates with the pressure tube 60; wherein, the first magnetic sensing part 70 and the second magnetic sensing part 80 drive the pressure tube 60 to rotate about the axial direction through magnetic induction.

[0052] Specifically, by providing a first magnetic sensing part 70 on one side of the material tube 20 that mates with the pressure tube 60, and a second magnetic sensing part 80 on the other side, the pressure tube 60 can be driven to rotate around the axis after the liquid enters the container and the sealing rod 30 seals the material. This further avoids the situation of elongating the tip, prevents contamination of the product appearance, and improves the consumer experience.

[0053] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the end of the pressing tube 60 having the outlet 62 side is provided with a pressing pattern to achieve pressing of the surface pattern of the ice cream.

[0054] Specifically, a pressure tube 60 is provided, and a pressing pattern is provided on one end face of the pressure tube 60 with the outlet 62, which can press the surface of the ice cream into a special pattern.

[0055] In a possible implementation, a pattern module can be provided on the end face of the pressure tube 60 facing the container. The pattern module and the pressure tube 60 can be detachably connected by magnetic attraction, snap-fit ​​or other means. Different kinds of special patterns are provided on the pattern module. When the pattern needs to be changed, it is not necessary to replace the entire pressure tube 60, only the pattern module needs to be replaced, which can improve production efficiency.

[0056] It should be noted that when the pressure tube 60 is set, a special pattern is pressed onto the surface of the ice product while sealing the material. After the pattern is pressed, the end face of the pressure tube 60 with the outlet 62 will inevitably stick to the ice product. At this time, the ultrasonic unit 50 is activated, and the vibration of the ultrasonic waves can better separate the ice product from the filling device.

[0057] In some specific embodiments of this example, the present invention provides an ice cream production line, including the above-described filling device.

[0058] The filling device and ice cream production line provided by the present invention connect the material pipe to the base, and the sealing rod is movably connected to the base. The driving mechanism is set on the base and connected to the sealing rod, which drives the sealing rod to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material pipe. The shape of the end of the sealing rod is suitable for the shape of the material pipe outlet, so that sealing can be achieved when the sealing rod abuts against the end of the material pipe, preventing the formation of elongated pointed ends, avoiding product quality contamination, and improving the user experience.

[0059] In this specification, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "method," "specific method," or "some methods," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or method, which are included in at least one embodiment or method of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or method. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or methods. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or methods described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or methods.

[0060] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only for illustrating the present invention and not for limiting the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of the present invention do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention and should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. An injection device, characterized in that, include: Base, feed tube, sealing rod, and drive mechanism; The feed pipe is connected to the base; The sealing rod is movably connected to the base and can be inserted into the material tube along the axial direction of the material tube; The driving mechanism is disposed on the base and connected to the sealing rod, and is used to drive the sealing rod to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube; The end shape of the sealing rod is adapted to the outlet shape of the material tube, and is used to seal the material when the sealing rod abuts against the end of the material tube. The driving mechanism includes: a driving part, a switch rod, and an arc-shaped groove; the driving part is connected to the base; one end of the switch rod is connected to the driving part, and the other end of the switch rod is connected to the sealing rod; wherein, the switch rod is provided with an arc-shaped groove; the sealing rod is provided with a protrusion that mates with the arc-shaped groove; The base includes a first passage and a second passage arranged perpendicularly to each other in a cross shape; the sealing rod is movably connected to the base through the first passage; the switch rod is connected to the sealing rod through the second passage; It also includes: an ultrasonic unit, which is connected to the sealing rod; The ultrasonic unit works in conjunction with the aforementioned filling device. The drive mechanism drives the sealing rod to move axially along the material tube. When the sealing rod comes into contact with the end face of the material tube, sealing is achieved. At the same time, the ultrasonic unit emits ultrasonic waves. During the filling process, the vibration of the ultrasonic waves is used to separate the ice cream liquid from the filling device. It also includes: a pressure tube, which is connected to the discharge end of the material tube and is used to squeeze the container holding the raw materials; wherein the discharge port is provided on the side of the pressure tube facing the container.

2. The infusion device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive unit can be any one of an electric cylinder, a pneumatic cylinder, or a hydraulic cylinder.

3. The infusion device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The driving mechanism is connected to the base along the axial direction of the sealing rod, and is used to drive the sealing rod to reciprocate along the axial direction of the material tube.

4. The infusion device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: First magnetic sensing part and second magnetic sensing part; The first magnetic sensing part is disposed on the side surface of the material tube that mates with the pressure tube; The second magnetic induction part is disposed on the other side surface of the material tube that mates with the pressure tube; The first magnetic induction part and the second magnetic induction part drive the pressure tube to rotate around the axial direction through magnetic induction.

5. The infusion device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressing tube has a pressing pattern on one end of the outlet side to press the pattern on the surface of the ice cream.

6. An ice cream production line, characterized in that, The infusion apparatus includes any one of claims 1 to 5.

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