Efficient cleaning and air-drying device for fruit and vegetable processing
By designing an efficient cleaning and air-drying device for fruit and vegetable processing including rotating shaft, spiral blade, scraper, fan and heat insulation layer, the problem of heat inability to recycle and uneven heat from the existing air-drying device is solved, and more efficient energy-saving and uniform drying effects are achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411900507.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-23
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-07
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
AI Technical Summary
When the existing air-drying device air-drying fruits and vegetables, the heat cannot be recycled, resulting in poor energy saving effect and lack of a turning structure for fruits and vegetables, resulting in uneven heating and some fruits and vegetables do not meet the drying standards.
An efficient cleaning and air-drying device for fruit and vegetable processing is designed, including an air-drying bin, a heating box, a rotating shaft, a spiral blade, a scraper, a fan and a heat insulation layer. The rotating shaft drives the spiral blades and scrapers to rotate, so that the stirring and uniform heating of fruits and vegetables can be achieved; the fan and heater are used to recycle hot air to reduce heat loss, and a heat insulation layer is installed on the inner wall of the air-drying chamber to reduce heat loss.
The heat recycling is realized, the heat loss is reduced, the energy-saving effect is improved, and the design of spiral blades and scrapers ensures that the fruits and vegetables are heated evenly and the drying effect is ensured.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The invention relates to the field of fruit and vegetable air-drying devices, in particular to a high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for fruit and vegetable processing. Background Art
[0002] The processing of fruits and vegetables includes air drying of fruits and vegetables, but the existing air drying devices have the following disadvantages in air drying of fruits and vegetables:
[0003] (1) When drying fruits and vegetables, the existing air drying device discharges heat along with moisture, and the heat cannot be recycled, resulting in poor energy-saving effect;
[0004] (2) When drying fruits and vegetables, the existing air-drying devices lack a turning structure for the fruits and vegetables, resulting in uneven heating, causing some fruits and vegetables to still fail to meet the drying standards. Summary of the invention
[0005] The object of the present invention is to provide a high-efficiency cleaning and drying device for fruit and vegetable processing, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the above background technology that the existing drying device has poor thermal insulation performance, heat is easily lost and cannot be recycled, thus not energy-saving enough, and is prone to uneven heating when drying fruits and vegetables, resulting in some fruits and vegetables still failing to meet the drying standards.
[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: a high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables, comprising an air-drying bin, a side of the top of the air-drying bin is fixedly connected to a feed nozzle, a bottom end of the air-drying bin away from the feed nozzle is fixedly connected to a discharge nozzle, a reduction motor is fixedly installed in the middle of the top of the air-drying bin, the output end of the reduction motor is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft, the bottom end of the rotating shaft passes through the inner wall of the air-drying bin and is fixedly connected to a spiral blade, both sides of the top of the rotating shaft are fixedly connected to connecting rods, one end of the connecting rod is fixedly connected to a scraper, a heating box is fixedly connected to the top of the air-drying bin close to the feed nozzle, a heater is fixedly installed on one side of the inner wall of the heating box, a fan is fixedly installed on the back of the air-drying bin, and an insulation layer is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the air-drying bin.
[0007] When the high-efficiency cleaning and drying device for fruit and vegetable processing according to the technical solution is used, heat can be recycled and heat loss can be reduced, which is more energy-saving, and the fruits and vegetables can be heated more evenly, thereby ensuring the drying effect.
[0008] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the output end of the fan is fixedly connected with an air inlet pipe, one end of the air inlet pipe is connected to the back of the heating box, the output end of the fan is fixedly connected with a dehumidification box, the bottom end of the inner wall of the air-drying bin is fixedly connected with an annular tube, and one end of the annular tube is fixedly connected with the inside of the heating box, the bottom end of the annular tube is evenly fixedly connected with a plurality of air outlets, the top of the air-drying bin away from the feed nozzle is fixedly connected with a return pipe, and one end of the return pipe is fixedly connected with the dehumidification box. The dried hot air will be transported to the inside of the air-drying bin again by the fan for circulation.
[0009] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, water-absorbing resin is placed inside the dehumidification box, and filters are clamped at the connection between the dehumidification box, the return pipe and the fan. The filters can prevent the water-absorbing resin from being sucked into the pipe.
[0010] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a box cover is hinged on the top of the dehumidification box, and the water-absorbing resin can be replaced by opening the box cover.
[0011] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a temperature control switch is fixedly installed on the top of the front of the air drying bin, the heater is electrically connected to the external power supply through the temperature control switch, a control switch is fixedly installed on the top of the front of the air drying bin, and the reduction motor and the fan are both electrically connected to the external power supply through the control switch. The temperature control switch controls the operation of the heater, and the control switch controls the operation of the reduction motor and the fan.
[0012] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a glass observation window is embedded in the middle of the front of the air-drying bin, through which the drying state of the fruits and vegetables can be observed.
[0013] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the connecting sleeve between the rotating shaft and the air-drying bin is provided with a bearing, which enables the rotating shaft to rotate stably.
[0014] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, brackets are fixedly connected to both ends of the bottom of the air-drying bin, and a guide plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the air-drying bin. The arrangement of the guide plate and the bracket facilitates material unloading.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:
[0016] 1. By setting up an annular tube, hot air can be blown evenly to fruits and vegetables through several air outlets at the bottom, and the spiral blades can stir the fruits and vegetables, and the scrapers can scrape the fruits and vegetables on the side walls, so that the fruits and vegetables can be heated more evenly and the drying effect can be guaranteed;
[0017] 2. The hot air blown into the air-drying bin and the steam generated during drying will flow into the dehumidification box from the return pipe, and the moisture will be absorbed by the internal water-absorbing resin. The dried hot air will be transported to the air-drying bin again by the fan for circulation, and the setting of the heat insulation layer reduces the heat loss, so as to recycle the heat and save more energy. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0018] Figure 1 A perspective view of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 3 It is a partial back view of the present invention;
[0021] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the scraper of the present invention;
[0022] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the annular tube of the present invention.
[0023] In the figure: 1. Air drying bin; 2. Feed nozzle; 3. Discharge nozzle; 4. Reducer motor; 5. Rotating shaft; 6. Spiral blade; 7. Bearing; 8. Fan; 9. Air inlet pipe; 10. Heating box; 11. Heater; 12. Ring pipe; 13. Air outlet nozzle; 14. Return pipe; 15. Dehumidification box; 16. Filter; 17. Box cover; 18. Insulation layer; 19. Guide plate; 20. Bracket; 21. Temperature control switch; 22. Control switch; 23. Glass observation window; 24. Connecting rod; 25. Scraper. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0024] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in 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. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0025] See also Figure 1-5The present invention provides a high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables, comprising an air-drying bin 1, a feeding nozzle 2 is fixedly connected to one side of the top of the air-drying bin 1 for inputting fruits and vegetables, a discharging nozzle 3 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the air-drying bin 1 away from the feeding nozzle 2 for discharging the dried fruits and vegetables, a reduction motor 4 is fixedly installed in the middle of the top of the air-drying bin 1, a rotating shaft 5 is fixedly connected to the output end of the reduction motor 4, a spiral blade 6 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the rotating shaft 5 through the inner wall of the air-drying bin 1, and the fruits and vegetables can be turned over after rotation, connecting rods 24 are fixedly connected to both sides of the top of the rotating shaft 5, a scraper 25 is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting rod 24, a heating box 10 is fixedly connected to the top of the air-drying bin 1 close to the feeding nozzle 2, a heater 11 is fixedly installed on one side of the inner wall of the heating box 10, a fan 8 is fixedly installed on the back of the air-drying bin 1, a heat insulation layer 18 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the air-drying bin 1, which plays a role of heat insulation and heat preservation, and the heating temperature of the heater 11 is between 30°C and 70°C.
[0026] When in use, when air-drying fruits and vegetables, open the feed nozzle 2 to put the fruits and vegetables into the air-drying bin 1, start the fan 8 and the heater 11, the heater 11 heats the air in the heating box 10, and then the fan 8 transports the hot air to the air-drying bin 1 to air-dry the fruits and vegetables. During this period, the reduction motor 4 is started at the same time, and the reduction motor 4 drives the spiral blade 6 and the scrapers 25 on both sides to rotate through the rotating shaft 5. The spiral blade 6 stirs the fruits and vegetables, and the scraper 25 scrapes the fruits and vegetables on the side wall, so that the fruits and vegetables are heated more evenly, ensuring the drying effect;
[0027] The output end of the fan 8 is fixedly connected with an air inlet pipe 9, one end of which is connected to the back of the heating box 10, and the output end of the fan 8 is fixedly connected with a dehumidification box 15. The bottom end of the inner wall of the air-drying bin 1 is fixedly connected with an annular tube 12, and one end of the annular tube 12 is fixedly connected to the inside of the heating box 10, and the bottom end of the annular tube 12 is evenly fixedly connected with a plurality of air outlet nozzles 13, so that the air drying is more uniform. The top of the air-drying bin 1 away from the feeding nozzle 2 is fixedly connected with a return pipe 14, and one end of the return pipe 14 is fixedly connected with the dehumidification box 15. Water-absorbing resin is placed inside the dehumidification box 15 to absorb moisture in the hot air. The connection between the dehumidification box 15, the return pipe 14 and the fan 8 is clamped with a filter 16 to play a blocking role. The top of the dehumidification box 15 is hinged with a box cover 17 to facilitate the replacement of the water-absorbing resin.
[0028] When in use, the fan 8 delivers hot air to the annular tube 12, and then blows the hot air evenly to the fruits and vegetables from the several air outlets 13 below the annular tube 12. The hot air blown in and the steam generated during drying will flow into the dehumidification box 15 from the return pipe 14, and the moisture will be absorbed by the water-absorbing resin inside. The dried hot air will be delivered to the air-drying bin 1 again by the fan 8 for circulation, and a heat-insulating layer 18 is provided on the inner wall of the air-drying bin 1 to reduce the loss of heat, so as to recycle the heat and save more energy. After using for a period of time, the box cover 17 can be opened to replace the water-absorbing resin. Filters 16 are provided on both sides of the dehumidification box 15 to limit the water-absorbing resin.
[0029] A temperature control switch 21 is fixedly installed at the top of the front of the air-drying bin 1, and the heater 11 is electrically connected to the external power supply through the temperature control switch 21. A control switch 22 is fixedly installed at the top of the front of the air-drying bin 1. The reduction motor 4 and the fan 8 are electrically connected to the external power supply through the control switch 22. The switch controls the operation of the equipment. A glass observation window 23 is embedded in the middle of the front of the air-drying bin 1 to facilitate observation of the drying state of fruits and vegetables. A bearing 7 is provided between the connecting sleeve of the rotating shaft 5 and the air-drying bin 1 to improve the rotation stability of the rotating shaft 5. Brackets 20 are fixedly connected to both ends of the bottom of the air-drying bin 1, and a guide plate 19 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the air-drying bin 1 to facilitate material unloading.
[0030] When in use, the external power supply is turned on, the fan 8 and the reduction motor 4 are started through the control switch 22, and the heater 11 is started through the temperature control switch 21. The cooperation of the fan 8 and the heater 11 can convey hot air into the air-drying bin 1 to dry the fruits and vegetables. The reduction motor 4 drives the rotating shaft 5 to rotate with the cooperation of the bearing 7, and stirs the fruits and vegetables so that they are heated evenly. During the air-drying period, the glass observation window 23 is used to observe whether the fruits and vegetables meet the drying requirements. After drying, the discharge nozzle 3 is opened, and the discharge nozzle 3 is lifted by the bracket 20, and the guide plate 19 allows the fruits and vegetables to slide out easily, thereby making the unloading more convenient.
[0031] In specific use, the invention provides a high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables. When air-drying fruits and vegetables, the feed nozzle 2 is opened to put the fruits and vegetables into the air-drying bin 1, the fan 8 and the heater 11 are started, the heater 11 heats the air in the heating box 10, and the fan 8 delivers the hot air to the annular tube 12, and then the multiple air outlets 13 below the annular tube 12 blow the hot air evenly to the fruits and vegetables. During the air-drying process, the reduction motor 4 is started at the same time, and the reduction motor 4 drives the spiral blade 6 and the scrapers 25 on both sides to rotate through the rotating shaft 5, and the spiral blade 6 cleans the fruits and vegetables. Stirring, the scraper 25 scrapes the fruits and vegetables on the side wall, so that the fruits and vegetables are heated more evenly, ensuring the drying effect, the hot air blown in and the steam generated during drying will flow into the dehumidification box 15 from the return pipe 14, and the moisture will be absorbed by the internal water-absorbing resin, and the dried hot air will be transported to the inside of the air-drying bin 1 again by the fan 8 for circulation, and a heat insulation layer 18 is provided on the inner wall of the air-drying bin 1, which is an aerogel felt, to reduce the loss of heat, thereby recycling the heat and saving more energy, and the air-dried fruits and vegetables can be discharged by opening the discharge nozzle 3.
[0032] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, it is still possible for those skilled in the art to modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or to make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features therein. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A highly efficient cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables, comprising an air-drying chamber (1), characterized in that: A feed nozzle (2) is fixedly connected to one side of the top of the air-drying bin (1), a discharge nozzle (3) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the air-drying bin (1) away from the feed nozzle (2), a reduction motor (4) is fixedly installed in the middle of the top of the air-drying bin (1), the output end of the reduction motor (4) is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft (5), the bottom end of the rotating shaft (5) passes through the inner wall of the air-drying bin (1) and is fixedly connected to a spiral blade (6), both sides of the top of the rotating shaft (5) are fixedly connected to connecting rods (24), one end of the connecting rod (24) is fixedly connected to a scraper (25), the top of the air-drying bin (1) close to the feed nozzle (2) is fixedly connected to a heating box (10), a heater (11) is fixedly installed on one side of the inner wall of the heating box (10), a fan (8) is fixedly installed on the back of the air-drying bin (1), and a heat insulation layer (18) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the air-drying bin (1).
2. The high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables according to claim 1, characterized in that: The output end of the fan (8) is fixedly connected to an air inlet pipe (9), one end of which is connected to the back of the heating box (10), and the output end of the fan (8) is fixedly connected to a dehumidification box (15). The bottom end of the inner wall of the air-drying bin (1) is fixedly connected to an annular tube (12), and one end of the annular tube (12) is fixedly connected to the inside of the heating box (10). The bottom end of the annular tube (12) is evenly fixedly connected to a plurality of air outlet nozzles (13). The top of the air-drying bin (1) on the side away from the feed nozzle (2) is fixedly connected to a return pipe (14), and one end of the return pipe (14) is fixedly connected to the dehumidification box (15).
3. The high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables according to claim 2, characterized in that: A water-absorbing resin is placed inside the dehumidification box (15), and a filter screen (16) is clamped at the connection between the dehumidification box (15), the return pipe (14) and the fan (8).
4. The high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables according to claim 2, characterized in that: A box cover (17) is hingedly connected to the top of the dehumidification box (15).
5. The high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables according to claim 1, characterized in that: A temperature control switch (21) is fixedly installed at the top of the front face of the air-drying bin (1); the heater (11) is electrically connected to an external power source via the temperature control switch (21); a control switch (22) is fixedly installed at the top of the front face of the air-drying bin (1); and the reduction motor (4) and the fan (8) are both electrically connected to an external power source via the control switch (22).
6. The high-efficiency washing and drying device for processing fruits and vegetables according to claim 1, characterized in that: A glass observation window (23) is embedded in the middle of the front side of the air drying bin (1).
7. The high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting sleeve between the rotating shaft (5) and the air-drying bin (1) is provided with a bearing (7).
8. The high-efficiency cleaning and air-drying device for processing fruits and vegetables according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both ends of the bottom of the air-drying bin (1) are fixedly connected to brackets (20), and the bottom end of the inner wall of the air-drying bin (1) is fixedly connected to a guide plate (19).