Multi-fluid conveying device

Abstract

The present invention belongs to the technical field of beverage production equipment and discloses a multi-fluid conveying device, including a shell, at least one first infusion unit and at least one second infusion unit. A liquid outlet is provided on the shell; the first infusion unit includes a first liquid storage barrel and a first pump body, the first liquid storage barrel is located outside the shell, a mounting plate is provided inside the shell, the first pump body is mounted on the mounting plate, and the first pump body is used to pump the first liquid raw material in the first liquid storage barrel to the liquid outlet; the second infusion unit includes a second liquid storage barrel and a second pump body, the second liquid storage barrel is located outside the shell, the second pump body is mounted on the mounting plate, and is staggered and spaced apart from the first pump body, and the second pump body is used to pump the second liquid raw material in the second liquid storage barrel to the liquid outlet. The multi-fluid conveying device can provide a standardized equipment platform to meet the delivery of multiple liquid raw materials and reduce production and operation and maintenance costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of beverage making equipment, and in particular to a multi-fluid conveying device. Background Art

[0002] With the development of beverage industries such as coffee and milk tea, the types of beverages that sales stores need to prepare are increasing. In order to meet the diverse taste needs of customers, stores may use dozens of liquid raw materials, and the types of liquid raw materials that can be used for each beverage will range from one to several.

[0003] Because each beverage uses a different type of liquid ingredients and needs to meet the needs of different customers, stores need to master a large amount of beverage recipe information. Traditional stores use manual methods to prepare beverages, but manually pumping out liquid ingredients and mixing drinks is inefficient. In addition, the large amount of beverage recipe information makes the preparation process prone to errors.

[0004] Replacing manual labor with smart devices can reduce costs and increase efficiency. However, because each store's production processes vary widely, smart devices cannot achieve standardized production. Customizing R&D for each store not only consumes significant manpower and resources, but also increases R&D and manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the inability to mass-produce reduces equipment stability and creates inconveniences in subsequent operations and maintenance.

[0005] Therefore, a multi-fluid conveying device is needed to solve the above technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a multi-fluid conveying device, which can provide a standardized equipment platform to meet the conveying needs of various liquid raw materials and reduce production and operation costs.

[0007] To achieve this object, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] A multi-fluid conveying device comprising:

[0009] a shell, wherein a liquid outlet is provided on the shell;

[0010] at least one first infusion unit, the first infusion unit comprising a first liquid storage barrel and a first pump body, the first liquid storage barrel being located outside the housing, a mounting plate being provided inside the housing, the first pump body being mounted on the mounting plate, the first pump body being configured to pump the first liquid raw material in the first liquid storage barrel to the liquid outlet;

[0011] At least one second infusion unit, the second infusion unit includes a second liquid storage barrel and a second pump body, the second liquid storage barrel is located outside the shell, the second pump body is installed on the mounting plate, and is staggered and spaced apart from the first pump body, and the second pump body is used to pump the second liquid raw material in the second liquid storage barrel to the liquid outlet.

[0012] Optionally, a plurality of pump mounting positions are provided on the mounting plate, the first pump body is detachably connected to one of the pump mounting positions, and the second pump body is detachably connected to one of the pump mounting positions.

[0013] Optionally, two mounting plates are provided, and the two mounting plates are arranged in parallel and at intervals in the shell. One mounting plate is provided with multiple first pump mounting positions, and the other mounting plate is provided with multiple second pump mounting positions. Each of the multiple second pump mounting positions is staggered with each of the multiple first pump mounting positions. The first pump body is selectively installed at the first pump mounting position or the second pump mounting position, and the second pump body is selectively installed at the first pump mounting position or the second pump mounting position.

[0014] Optionally, the first infusion unit further includes a first pipeline, the first pipeline being connected between the first liquid storage barrel and the liquid outlet, and the first pump body being disposed on the first pipeline;

[0015] The second infusion unit further includes a second pipeline, the second pipeline is connected between the second liquid storage barrel and the liquid outlet, and the second pump body is arranged on the second pipeline.

[0016] Optionally, the first infusion unit further comprises a first one-way valve assembly, which is installed on the first pipeline between the first pump body and the first liquid storage barrel and is located outside the housing;

[0017] The second infusion unit further includes a second one-way valve assembly, which is installed on the second pipeline between the second pump body and the second liquid storage barrel and is located outside the shell.

[0018] Optionally, the first one-way valve assembly includes a first one-way valve, a first valve tube, and a first quick connector. Two ends of the first one-way valve are connected to two first quick connectors via two first valve tubes, respectively. The first quick connector at one end is connected to the first liquid storage barrel via the first pipeline, and the first quick connector at the other end is detachably connected to the housing and connected to the first pump body via the first pipeline.

[0019] The second one-way valve assembly includes a second one-way valve, a second valve tube and a second quick connector. The two ends of the second one-way valve are respectively connected to two second quick connectors through two second valve tubes. The second quick connector at one end is connected to the second liquid storage tank through the second pipeline. The second quick connector at the other end is detachably connected to the shell and is connected to the second pump body through the second pipeline.

[0020] Optionally, a plurality of limiting holes are provided on the mounting plate, and the first pipeline and / or the second pipeline can pass through the corresponding limiting holes.

[0021] Optionally, a plurality of sub-liquid outlets are provided at the liquid outlet, and each sub-liquid outlet corresponds to a group of the first pump body and the first liquid storage barrel, or corresponds to a group of the second pump body and the second liquid storage barrel.

[0022] Optionally, a control unit is further included, which is arranged on the shell, and the control unit is communicatively connected to the first pump body and the second pump body respectively.

[0023] Optionally, an anti-slip part is further included, and the anti-slip part is arranged on the lower end surface of the shell.

[0024] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0025] The multi-fluid delivery device provided by the present invention includes a housing, at least one first infusion unit, and at least one second infusion unit. The housing defines a liquid outlet. The first infusion unit includes a first liquid reservoir and a first pump body. The first liquid reservoir is located outside the housing, and a mounting plate is provided inside the housing. The first pump body is mounted on the mounting plate and is used to pump a first liquid material from the first liquid reservoir to the liquid outlet. The second infusion unit includes a second liquid reservoir and a second pump body. The second liquid reservoir is located outside the housing, and the second pump body is mounted on the mounting plate, staggered and spaced apart from the first pump body. The second pump body is used to pump a second liquid material from the second liquid reservoir to the liquid outlet. During use, the first and second liquid reservoirs store different liquid materials, respectively. By controlling the first and second pump bodies, different liquid materials can be discharged from the liquid outlet, thereby preparing beverages of various flavors. Furthermore, staggered installation of the multiple pump bodies within the housing, with the liquid reservoirs located externally, saves installation space and facilitates subsequent replenishment or replacement of liquid materials, improving ease of use and reducing manufacturing and maintenance costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in describing the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the contents of the embodiments of the present invention and these drawings without any creative work.

[0027] Figure 1 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a multi-fluid delivery device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 is a structural schematic diagram of a multi-fluid delivery device from one perspective provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of a multi-fluid conveying device from another perspective provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 4 is a partial structural diagram of a multi-fluid conveying device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 5 is an enlarged view of a portion of the structure of the multi-fluid delivery device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of the mounting plate provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] In the picture:

[0034] 1. Housing; 11. Liquid outlet; 12. Mounting plate; 121. Pump mounting position; 122. Limiting hole; 13. Anti-slip part;

[0035] 2. First infusion unit; 21. First liquid storage barrel; 22. First pump body; 23. First pipeline; 24. First one-way valve assembly; 241. First one-way valve; 242. First valve tube; 243. First quick connector;

[0036] 3. Second infusion unit; 31. Second liquid storage barrel; 32. Second pump body; 33. Second pipeline; 34. Second one-way valve assembly;

[0037] 4. Control unit. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and through specific implementation methods.

[0039] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0040] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the invention as claimed, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0041] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not require further definition or explanation in subsequent drawings.

[0042] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientation or position relationship in which the product of the invention is usually placed when in use. They are only for the convenience of describing 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, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish the description and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.

[0043] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "disposed" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0044] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Furthermore, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature may include the first feature being directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature may include the first feature being directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0045] The following describes embodiments of the present invention in detail. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended only to explain the present invention and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0046] This embodiment provides a multi-fluid delivery device for preparing beverages with different flavors. Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, the multi-fluid delivery device includes a housing 1 , at least one first infusion unit 2 and at least one second infusion unit 3 .

[0047] Among them, a liquid outlet 11 is provided on the shell 1 for discharging liquid raw materials, and the cup mouth of the liquid receiving cup body is opposite to the liquid outlet 11 to receive the liquid raw materials and prepare the beverage. The first infusion unit 2 includes a first liquid storage barrel 21 and a first pump body 22. The first liquid storage barrel 21 is located outside the shell 1, and a mounting plate 12 is provided inside the shell 1. The first pump body 22 is installed on the mounting plate 12. The first pump body 22 is used to pump the first liquid raw material in the first liquid storage barrel 21 to the liquid outlet 11. The second infusion unit 3 includes a second liquid storage barrel 31 and a second pump body 32. The second liquid storage barrel 31 is located outside the shell 1. The second pump body 32 is installed on the mounting plate 12 and is staggered and spaced apart from the first pump body 22. The second pump body 32 is used to pump the second liquid raw material in the second liquid storage barrel 31 to the liquid outlet 11. During use, different liquid raw materials are stored in the first liquid storage tank 21 and the second liquid storage tank 31, respectively. By controlling the first pump body 22 and the second pump body 32, different liquid raw materials can be discharged from the liquid outlet 11, thereby preparing beverages of various flavors, improving the degree of automation of beverage preparation, and saving manpower. At the same time, the multiple pump bodies are staggered and installed in the housing 1, and the liquid storage tanks are placed externally, which not only saves installation space, but also facilitates the subsequent replenishment or replacement of raw materials, improves ease of use, and reduces production and operation and maintenance costs.

[0048] Through research, analysis, and data collection, we found that beverage stores typically use between 7 and 25 liquid ingredients, and the number of ingredients that require automated distribution via smart devices is typically less than 18. In this embodiment, the automatic distribution of 18 ingredients is defined as the maximum capacity of the multi-fluid delivery device. Users can freely select the desired number of ingredients from these 18 types based on their needs, thereby implementing a standardized platform to accommodate varying ingredient quantities.

[0049] It's understandable that various liquid raw materials vary in physical form, requiring different pump models to accommodate these different physical forms. By analyzing and summarizing the physical forms of the liquid raw materials, combined with the pump's functional characteristics, the required multiple pump models can be streamlined to two. Specifically, the first pump body 22 is suitable for liquid raw materials with high viscosity, poor fluidity, and small fruit pulp particles, while the second pump body 32 is suitable for liquid raw materials with low viscosity, good fluidity, and no fruit pulp particles. This setup reduces the number of unorganized pump options to two standardized pump models, saving time and effort.

[0050] Specifically, if Figure 2-Figure 5 As shown, the first infusion unit 2 further includes a first pipeline 23. The first pipeline 23 connects between the first liquid storage barrel 21 and the liquid outlet 11, and the first pump body 22 is disposed on the first pipeline 23. The first liquid raw material in the first liquid storage barrel 21 can be discharged by controlling the first pump body 22. Similarly, the second infusion unit 3 further includes a second pipeline 33. The second pipeline 33 connects between the second liquid storage barrel 31 and the liquid outlet 11, and the second pump body 32 is disposed on the second pipeline 33. The second liquid raw material in the second liquid storage barrel 31 can be discharged by controlling the second pump body 32.

[0051] More specifically, refer to Figure 5 The first infusion unit 2 also includes a first one-way valve assembly 24. The first one-way valve assembly 24 is installed on the first pipeline 23 between the first pump body 22 and the first liquid storage barrel 21. The first one-way valve assembly 24 is a wearing part and requires frequent replacement. Placing it outside the housing 1 can reduce the difficulty of machine operation and maintenance and after-sales service. In this embodiment, the first one-way valve assembly 24 includes a first one-way valve 241, a first valve tube 242, and a first quick connector 243. The two ends of the first one-way valve 241 are connected to two first quick connectors 243 via two first valve tubes 242. The first quick connector 243 at one end is connected to the first liquid storage barrel 21 via the first pipeline 23, and the first quick connector 243 at the other end is detachably connected to the housing 1 and connected to the first pump body 22 via the first pipeline 23. The first one-way valve 241 can achieve one-way flow of liquid, preventing liquid backflow. The quick connectors at both ends enable quick replacement of the first one-way valve 241, which is simple to operate and saves time.

[0052] Correspondingly, the second infusion unit 3 also includes a second one-way valve assembly 34. The second one-way valve assembly 34 is mounted on the second pipeline 33 between the second pump body 32 and the second liquid storage barrel 31 and is located outside the housing 1. The second one-way valve assembly 34 includes a second one-way valve, a second valve tube, and a second quick connector. The second one-way valve is connected to two second quick connectors at each end via two second valve tubes. The second quick connector at one end communicates with the second liquid storage barrel 31 via the second pipeline 33, while the second quick connector at the other end is detachably connected to the housing 1 and communicates with the second pump body 32 via the second pipeline 33.

[0053] Furthermore, if Figure 6 As shown, in order to facilitate fixing the relative positions of the first pipeline 23 and / or the second pipeline 33 in the housing 1, thereby allowing the first pipeline 23 and / or the second pipeline 33 to more stably transport the corresponding liquid, a plurality of limiting holes 122 are provided on the mounting plate 12, and the first pipeline 23 and / or the second pipeline 33 can pass through the corresponding limiting holes 122. As a result, the corresponding first pipeline 23 and / or second pipeline 33 can be supported and limited by the limiting holes 122.

[0054] Continue to refer to Figure 2-Figure 6 In order to maximize space utilization and minimize the size of the equipment, multiple pump mounting positions 121 are provided on the mounting plate 12. The first pump body 22 can be detachably connected to one pump mounting position 121, and the second pump body 32 can be detachably connected to one pump mounting position 121. In other words, the same pump mounting position 121 can be used to mount both the first pump body 22 and the second pump body 32, thereby achieving compatibility of the mounting positions. In this embodiment, the pump mounting position 121 includes a mounting hole and a plurality of threaded holes arranged at intervals along the circumference of the mounting hole. The size of the mounting hole is slightly larger than the cross-sectional size of the first pump body 22 or the second pump body 32 to facilitate the passage of the first pump body 22 or the second pump body 32. After the first pump body 22 or the second pump body 32 passes through the mounting hole, the bolt fastener can be threaded into the corresponding threaded hole according to the mounting screw hole of the first pump body 22 or the second pump body 32, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the first pump body 22 or the second pump body 32 and the mounting plate 12.

[0055] Specifically, in this embodiment, two mounting plates 12 are provided. The two mounting plates 12 are parallel to each other and spaced apart within the housing 1. One mounting plate 12 is provided with multiple first pump mounting positions, and the other mounting plate 12 is provided with multiple second pump mounting positions. Each of the multiple second pump mounting positions is offset from each of the multiple first pump mounting positions. The first pump body 22 is selectively installed in either the first pump mounting position or the second pump mounting position, and the second pump body 32 is selectively installed in either the first pump mounting position or the second pump mounting position. By offsetting the second pump mounting position from the first pump mounting position, the first pump body 22 and the second pump body 32 occupy less space during installation, further reducing the overall volume of the device.

[0056] Alternatively, as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the multi-fluid delivery device further includes a control unit 4. The control unit 4 is disposed on the housing 1 and is in communication with the first pump body 22 and the second pump body 32. Beverage information is input via the control unit 4, which controls the first pump body 22 and the second pump body 32 to discharge different liquid ingredients, thereby preparing the corresponding beverage based on the beverage information. Specifically, the control unit 4 can be a PLC controller or PCBA circuit board, as known in the art, and this is not limited to this embodiment.

[0057] Optionally, the liquid outlet 11 is provided with a plurality of sub-liquid outlets 11, each sub-liquid outlet 11 corresponding to a set of the first pump body 22 and the first liquid storage barrel 21, or corresponding to a set of the second pump body 32 and the second liquid storage barrel 31. Through the above arrangement, different liquid raw materials can be output according to actual needs, and the liquid raw materials can be discharged independently of each other.

[0058] Alternatively, as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the bottom of the housing 1 is further provided with an anti-slip member 13 to prevent the housing 1 from moving or shifting. Preferably, the anti-slip member 13 can be a rubber pad or a silicone pad.

[0059] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multi-fluid delivery device, characterized in that: include: A housing (1), wherein a liquid outlet (11) is provided on the housing (1); at least one first infusion unit (2), the first infusion unit (2) comprising a first liquid storage barrel (21) and a first pump body (22), the first liquid storage barrel (21) being located outside the housing (1), a mounting plate (12) being provided inside the housing (1), the first pump body (22) being mounted on the mounting plate (12), the first pump body (22) being used to pump the first liquid raw material in the first liquid storage barrel (21) to the liquid outlet (11); at least one second infusion unit (3), the second infusion unit (3) comprising a second liquid storage barrel (31) and a second pump body (32), the second liquid storage barrel (31) being located outside the housing (1), the second pump body (32) being mounted on the mounting plate (12) and being staggered and spaced apart from the first pump body (22), the second pump body (32) being used to pump the second liquid raw material in the second liquid storage barrel (31) to the liquid outlet (11); The mounting plate (12) is provided with a plurality of pump mounting positions (121), the first pump body (22) is detachably connected to one of the pump mounting positions (121), and the second pump body (32) is detachably connected to one of the pump mounting positions (121); Two mounting plates (12) are provided, and the two mounting plates (12) are arranged in parallel and at intervals in the housing (1); a plurality of first pump mounting positions are provided on one mounting plate (12), and a plurality of second pump mounting positions are provided on the other mounting plate (12); each of the plurality of second pump mounting positions is staggered with each of the plurality of first pump mounting positions; the first pump body (22) is selectively installed at the first pump mounting position or the second pump mounting position, and the second pump body (32) is selectively installed at the first pump mounting position or the second pump mounting position; The first infusion unit (2) further comprises a first pipeline (23), the first pipeline (23) being connected between the first liquid storage barrel (21) and the liquid outlet (11), and the first pump body (22) being arranged on the first pipeline (23); The second infusion unit (3) further includes a second pipeline (33), the second pipeline (33) being connected between the second liquid storage barrel (31) and the liquid outlet (11), and the second pump body (32) being arranged on the second pipeline (33); The first infusion unit (2) further comprises a first one-way valve assembly (24), the first one-way valve assembly (24) being mounted on a first pipeline (23) between the first pump body (22) and the first liquid storage barrel (21), and being located outside the housing (1); The second infusion unit (3) further comprises a second one-way valve assembly (34), which is installed on the second pipeline (33) between the second pump body (32) and the second liquid storage barrel (31) and is located outside the housing (1).

2. The multi-fluid delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first one-way valve assembly (24) comprises a first one-way valve (241), a first valve tube (242) and a first quick connector (243); two ends of the first one-way valve (241) are respectively connected to two first quick connectors (243) via two first valve tubes (242); the first quick connector (243) at one end is connected to the first liquid storage barrel (21) via the first pipeline (23); the first quick connector (243) at the other end is detachably connected to the housing (1) and is connected to the first pump body (22) via the first pipeline (23); The second one-way valve assembly (34) comprises a second one-way valve, a second valve tube and a second quick connector. Two ends of the second one-way valve are connected to two second quick connectors via two second valve tubes respectively. The second quick connector at one end is connected to the second liquid storage barrel (31) via the second pipeline (33). The second quick connector at the other end is detachably connected to the housing (1) and is connected to the second pump body (32) via the second pipeline (33).

3. The multi-fluid delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of limiting holes (122) are provided on the mounting plate (12), and the first pipeline (23) and / or the second pipeline (33) can pass through the corresponding limiting holes (122).

4. The multi-fluid delivery device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The liquid outlet (11) is provided with a plurality of sub-liquid outlets (11), and each of the sub-liquid outlets (11) corresponds to a group of the first pump body (22) and the first liquid storage barrel (21), or corresponds to a group of the second pump body (32) and the second liquid storage barrel (31).

5. The multi-fluid delivery device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: It also includes a control unit (4) disposed on the housing (1), and the control unit (4) is communicatively connected to the first pump body (22) and the second pump body (32) respectively.

6. The multi-fluid delivery device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: It also includes an anti-slip part (13), which is arranged on the lower end surface of the shell (1).

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