Food processing steamer with uniform steam distribution

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of food processing, and particularly relates to a food processing steamer with uniformly distributed steam, which comprises a heating container, a steamer drawer, a steamer cover, an air outlet pipe, an annular pipe and an air outlet head, three steamer drawers are stacked on the top of the heating container, the top of the uppermost steamer drawer is provided with the steamer cover, through holes are uniformly and spaced apart on the bottom of the steamer drawer, three air outlet pipes are connected to the outside of the heating container, the annular pipe is connected to the steamer drawer, and the air outlet head is connected to the inside of the annular pipe in a uniform and spaced apart manner. The water can be heated by the heating container to generate steam, the steam will float into each steamer drawer to cook the food in the steamer drawer, and a part of the steam will enter each steamer drawer through the air outlet head, the air outlet head is uniformly and spaced apart, so that the steam can be uniformly distributed in the steamer drawer, and the food can be uniformly heated to avoid the situation that the food is overcooked or hardened.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of food processing technology, and in particular to a steamer for food processing that allows for uniform steam distribution. Background Technology

[0002] A steamer is a traditional cooking tool widely used in homes, restaurants, and the food processing industry. Traditional steamers are often multi-layered, with the bottom layer containing a water heating container, which uses steam to heat and cook the food on the upper layers.

[0003] In recent years, with the advancement of technology and the improvement of living standards, the design of steamers has gradually developed towards modernization and intelligence. For example, metal materials (such as stainless steel and aluminum alloy) are used to replace traditional bamboo or wooden steamers, and intelligent temperature control systems are added to achieve precise temperature control.

[0004] Traditional steamers rely primarily on water evaporation from the heating container for steam distribution. The steamer is designed with multiple stacked drawers. As the steam rises, it first contacts the food on the bottom layer, releasing heat to warm it. During this process, some of the steam's heat is consumed, and the remaining heat is carried upwards. This process repeats for each layer, resulting in a gradual decrease in heat distribution. Consequently, food on the upper layers may not be heated sufficiently, while food on the lower layers may be overcooked or hardened. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a food processing steamer in which steam can be evenly distributed, which can overcome the disadvantage that the heat decreases layer by layer, resulting in uneven heat distribution, which leads to insufficient heating of food in the upper layer and excessive heating of food in the lower layer, resulting in overcooked or hardened food.

[0006] The technical solution is as follows: A steamer for food processing with uniformly distributed steam includes a heating container, steamer baskets, a lid, a steam outlet pipe, a ring pipe, a steam outlet head, a steam inlet pipe, a connecting sleeve, and a timing mechanism. Three steamer baskets are stacked on top of the heating container, with a lid on the topmost steamer basket. The bottom of the steamer baskets has evenly spaced through holes. Three steam outlet pipes are connected to the outside of the heating container. A ring pipe is connected to each steamer basket. Steam outlet heads are evenly spaced around the inside of the ring pipes. A steam inlet pipe is connected to each ring pipe. The steam inlet pipes are sealed and penetrate the steamer baskets. A connecting sleeve is connected to the lower end of each steam inlet pipe. The steam outlet pipe is located inside the connecting sleeve. The steam outlet pipe and the steam inlet pipe are connected through the connecting sleeve. The timing mechanism is used to control the steaming time of the food.

[0007] Furthermore, the timing mechanism includes an electric push rod, a connecting ring, a sealing shell, a sealing ring, a solenoid valve, and a time controller. Two electric push rods are installed inside the heating container, and a connecting ring is connected to the telescopic rods of the two electric push rods. A sealing shell for sealing the through hole is connected to the connecting ring, and a sealing ring is connected to the top of the sealing shell. Solenoid valves are installed on the exhaust pipes, and a time controller is installed on the heating container. The heating container, electric push rods, and solenoid valves are all electrically connected to the time controller.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes a positioning mechanism, which includes a connecting block, a positioning sleeve, and a positioning rod. The heating container and the steamer are symmetrically connected to the front and back of the left side. The top of each connecting block is connected to a positioning sleeve. The top of the uppermost connecting block is not connected to a positioning sleeve. The bottom of each connecting block is connected to a positioning rod. The bottom of the lowermost connecting block is not connected to a positioning rod. The positioning rod can be inserted into the positioning sleeve to position the steamer.

[0009] Furthermore, it also includes a connecting mechanism, which includes a connecting plate, a screw, and a clamping plate. Each positioning rod has an opening, and a connecting plate is connected between two symmetrical positioning sleeves. Each connecting plate is rotatably connected to a screw, and each screw is threadedly connected to a clamping plate. The clamping plate slides through the positioning sleeve and inserts into the opening to connect the positioning sleeve and the positioning rod.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a water replenishment mechanism, which includes a connecting frame, a water tank, an inlet pipe, a one-way valve, a water pump, and a suction pipe. The connecting frame is connected to the heating container, and the water tank is connected to the connecting frame. The top of the water tank is connected to the inlet pipe, and the one-way valve is installed on the inlet pipe. The water pump is installed on the water tank, and the water pump's outlet end is sealed through the upper part of the heating container. The water pump's inlet end is connected to the suction pipe, which is located inside the water tank.

[0011] Furthermore, it also includes a heater, which is installed at the bottom of the water tank.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a transparent scale plate, which is connected to the heating container.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a sealing ring, with a sealing ring connected to the upper part of the air outlet pipe, and the bottom of the mating sleeve and the top of the sealing ring are in contact.

[0014] The beneficial effects are as follows: 1. The present invention can heat water through a heating container to generate steam. The steam will drift into each steamer to steam the food inside. Some of the steam will enter each steamer through the steam outlet. The steam outlet is evenly spaced so that the steam can be evenly distributed in the steamer, ensuring that the food is heated evenly and avoiding the food from being overcooked or hardened.

[0015] 2. The positioning sleeve and positioning rod can be used to position the steamer basket, thereby positioning the connecting sleeve and ensuring that the connecting sleeve can be aligned with the air outlet pipe, so that the connecting sleeve can be better fitted onto the air outlet pipe.

[0016] 3. By inserting the pallet into the opening, the heating container and the steamer can be connected, making it convenient for staff to move the entire steamer.

[0017] 4. A water pump can draw water into the heating container to replenish it, preventing dry burning and thus avoiding damage to the heating container. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a partial three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the heating container of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the timing mechanism of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the positioning mechanism of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the connecting block and positioning rod of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the connecting mechanism of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the positioning sleeve and positioning rod of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the water replenishment mechanism of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the water tank of the present invention.

[0028] Reference numerals: 1. Heating container; 2. Steamer basket; 3. Steamer cover; 4. Through hole; 5. Air outlet pipe; 6. Ring pipe; 7. Air outlet head; 8. Air inlet pipe; 9. Connecting sleeve; 101. Electric push rod; 102. Connecting ring; 103. Sealing shell; 104. Sealing ring; 105. Solenoid valve; 106. Time controller; 111. Connecting block; 112. Positioning sleeve; 113. Positioning rod; 121. Opening; 122. Connecting plate; 123. Screw; 124. Clamping plate; 131. Connecting frame; 132. Water tank; 133. Water inlet pipe; 134. One-way valve; 135. Water pump; 136. Suction pipe; 14. Heater; 15. Transparent scale plate; 16. Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0029] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "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 this 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 this invention.

[0030] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The technical solutions of the present invention will now be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0031] like Figures 1-4 As shown, a food processing steamer with uniformly distributed steam includes a heating container 1, steamer baskets 2, a lid 3, a steam outlet pipe 5, a ring pipe 6, a steam outlet head 7, a steam inlet pipe 8, a connecting sleeve 9, and a timing mechanism. Three steamer baskets 2 are stacked on top of the heating container 1. Handles are hinged to the front and rear sides of the heating container 1 and the steamer baskets 2, allowing them to be moved. The top of the uppermost steamer basket 2 is equipped with a lid 3, and a handle is hinged to the center of the top of the lid 3, allowing the lid 3 to be lifted. When opened, the bottom of the steamer 2 has evenly spaced through holes 4. The heating container 1 has three evenly spaced circumferentially spaced air outlet pipes 5. The upper part of the steamer 2 is connected to an annular pipe 6. The annular pipe 6 is connected to an evenly spaced circumferentially spaced air outlet 7. The annular pipe 6 is connected to an air inlet pipe 8. The air inlet pipe 8 is sealed and passes through the steamer 2. The lower end of the air inlet pipe 8 is connected to a docking sleeve 9. The air outlet pipe 5 is located inside the docking sleeve 9. The air outlet pipe 5 and the air inlet pipe 8 are connected through the docking sleeve 9. The timer mechanism is used to control the steaming time of the food.

[0032] The staff pours water into the heating container 1, then stacks the steamer baskets 2 on top of the heating container 1, puts the food into the steamer baskets 2, and puts the connecting sleeve 9 onto the steam vent pipe 5. The steam vent pipe 5 and the steam inlet pipe 8 are connected through the connecting sleeve 9. The heating container 1 is turned on, and the heating container 1 heats the water to generate steam. The steam drifts into each steamer basket 2 through the through hole 4 to steam the food in the steamer basket 2. The lid 3 can seal the top of the uppermost steamer basket 2 to prevent heat loss. Some of the steam will enter the annular pipe 6 through the steam vent pipe 5 and the steam inlet pipe 8. Then the steam will be discharged through the steam outlet 7. The steam outlet 7 is evenly spaced so that the steam can be evenly distributed in the steamer basket 2, ensuring that the food is heated evenly and preventing the food from being overcooked or hardened.

[0033] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the timing mechanism includes an electric push rod 101, a connecting ring 102, a sealing shell 103, a sealing ring 104, a solenoid valve 105, and a time controller 106. Electric push rods 101 are installed on both the front and rear sides of the upper part of the heating container 1. The upper ends of the telescopic rods of the two electric push rods 101 are connected to the connecting ring 102. Sealing shells 103 are evenly spaced on the connecting ring 102. Each sealing shell 103 corresponds to a row of through holes 4, which can seal all the through holes 4. A sealing ring 104 is connected to the top of each sealing shell 103. A solenoid valve 105 is installed on the lower part of each air outlet pipe 5. A time controller 106 is installed on the lower front side of the heating container 1. The heating container 1, the electric push rods 101, and the solenoid valves 105 are all electrically connected to the time controller 106.

[0034] Different foods require different steaming times. The steaming time can be set according to the type of food. The timer 106 starts timing. The bottom steamer 2 is closest to the heating container 1, so the food in the bottom steamer 2 cooks first. Therefore, when the heating container 1 reaches the set steaming time, the telescopic rod of the electric push rod 101 extends first, causing the connecting ring 102 to move upwards. The connecting ring 102 then causes the sealing shell 103 to move upwards, bringing the sealing shell 103 into contact with the bottom of the bottom steamer 2, sealing the bottom of the bottom steamer 2. The through hole 4 is sealed, and the sealing ring 104 can seal the gap between the sealing shell 103 and the bottom steamer 2, improving the sealing performance between the sealing shell 103 and the bottom steamer 2. At the same time, the solenoid valve 105 on the right side will also be closed, preventing steam from entering the bottom steamer 2. The heating container 1 is delayed and then shut off, while the food on the other two layers continues to be steamed. After the delay time of the heating container 1 is over, the heating container 1 will automatically shut off, and the other two solenoid valves 105 will also be closed, automatically stopping the steaming process and preventing the food from becoming too soft due to excessive steaming time.

[0035] like Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, it also includes a positioning mechanism, which includes a connecting block 111, a positioning sleeve 112, and a positioning rod 113. The heating container 1 and the steamer 2 are symmetrically connected to the front and back of the left side by the connecting blocks 111. The top of each connecting block 111 is connected to the positioning sleeve 112. The top of the uppermost connecting block 111 is not connected to the positioning sleeve 112. The bottom of each connecting block 111 is connected to the positioning rod 113. The bottom of the lowermost connecting block 111 is not connected to the positioning rod 113. The positioning rod 113 is located inside the positioning sleeve 112, and the lower end of the positioning rod 113 is designed as a ball, which can be better inserted into the positioning sleeve 112.

[0036] The staff pours water into the heating container 1, and then stacks the steamer baskets 2 on top of the heating container 1. When placing the steamer baskets 2, the positioning rod 113 can be inserted into the positioning sleeve 112. The positioning sleeve 112 and the positioning rod 113 can position the steamer baskets 2, thereby positioning the connecting sleeve 9, ensuring that the connecting sleeve 9 can be aligned with the air outlet pipe 5, so that the connecting sleeve 9 can be better fitted onto the air outlet pipe 5.

[0037] like Figures 6-8 As shown, it also includes a connecting mechanism, which includes a connecting plate 122, a screw 123, and a clamping plate 124. The positioning rod 113 has an opening 121 in the middle. The connecting plate 122 is connected between two symmetrical positioning sleeves 112. The screw 123 is rotatably connected to the middle left side of the connecting plate 122. The clamping plate 124 is threadedly connected to the screw 123. The clamping plate 124 slides through the positioning sleeve 112. Therefore, the positioning sleeve 112 can serve as a guide for the clamping plate 124, preventing the clamping plate 124 from rotating with the screw 123. The clamping plate 124 is located inside the opening 121.

[0038] The operator can rotate the screw 123 to move the clamping plate 124 to the right, insert the clamping plate 124 into the opening 121, and connect the positioning sleeve 112 and the positioning rod 113, thereby connecting the heating container 1 and the steamer 2, making it convenient for the operator to move the entire steamer.

[0039] like Figure 9 and Figure 10As shown, it also includes a water replenishment mechanism, which includes a connecting frame 131, a water tank 132, an inlet pipe 133, a one-way valve 134, a water pump 135, and a suction pipe 136. The connecting frame 131 is connected to the lower left side of the heating container 1, and the water tank 132 is connected to the left side of the connecting frame 131. The bottom of the connecting frame 131 is flush with the bottom of the heating container 1, so the connecting frame 131 can support the water tank 132. The inlet pipe 133 is connected to the top left side of the water tank 132, and the one-way valve 134 is installed at the lower part of the inlet pipe 133. Water can enter the water tank 132 through the inlet pipe 133 via the one-way valve 134, but the steam in the heating container 1 will not leak through the inlet pipe 133. A water pump 135 is installed in the middle right side of the water tank 132. The outlet end of the water pump 135 is sealed through the upper left side of the heating container 1. A suction pipe 136 is connected to the inlet end of the water pump 135. The suction pipe 136 is located inside the water tank 132, and the lower end of the suction pipe 136 extends to the bottom of the water tank 132, which can maximize the absorption of water in the water tank 132.

[0040] Staff can pour water into the water tank 132 through the water inlet pipe 133. When the water in the heating container 1 is insufficient, staff can start the water pump 135. The water pump 135 draws water from the water tank 132 into the heating container 1 through the water suction pipe 136 to replenish the water and prevent dry burning, thus avoiding damage to the heating container 1.

[0041] like Figure 10 As shown, it also includes a heater 14. The heater 14 is installed at the bottom of the water tank 132. The heater 14 can heat the water in the water tank 132. Hot water enters the heating container 1 without causing the water temperature in the heating container 1 to drop.

[0042] like Figure 4 As shown, it also includes a transparent scale plate 15. The transparent scale plate 15 is connected to the front right side of the heating container 1. The water level in the heating container 1 can be seen through the transparent scale plate 15 so that water can be added in time.

[0043] like Figure 2 As shown, it also includes a sealing ring 16. The upper part of the vent pipe 5 is connected to a sealing ring 16. After the mating sleeve 9 is put on the vent pipe 5, the bottom of the mating sleeve 9 will contact the top of the sealing ring 16. The sealing ring 16 can seal the gap between the vent pipe 5 and the mating sleeve 9, improve the sealing between the vent pipe 5 and the mating sleeve 9, and prevent steam leakage.

[0044] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. They only express the preferred implementation of the present invention and are described in a relatively specific and detailed manner, but should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.

[0045] It should be noted that, for those skilled in the art, various modifications, additions or subtractions, improvements and substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention. Therefore, 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.

Claims

1. A steamer for food processing with uniformly distributed steam, comprising a heating container (1), steamer baskets (2), and a lid (3), wherein three steamer baskets (2) are stacked on top of the heating container (1), the topmost steamer basket (2) is provided with a lid (3), and the bottom of the steamer baskets (2) is provided with evenly spaced through holes (4), characterized in that: It also includes an exhaust pipe (5), an annular pipe (6), an exhaust head (7), an intake pipe (8), a docking sleeve (9), and a timing mechanism. The heating container (1) is connected to three exhaust pipes (5) on the outside. The steamer (2) is connected to an annular pipe (6). The annular pipe (6) is connected to an exhaust head (7) at even intervals in the circumference. The annular pipe (6) is connected to an intake pipe (8). The intake pipe (8) is sealed through the steamer (2). The lower end of the intake pipe (8) is connected to a docking sleeve (9). The exhaust pipe (5) is located inside the docking sleeve (9). The exhaust pipe (5) and the intake pipe (8) are connected through the docking sleeve (9). The timing mechanism is used to control the cooking time of the food.

2. The steamer for food processing with uniform steam distribution according to claim 1, characterized in that: The timing mechanism includes an electric push rod (101), a connecting ring (102), a sealing shell (103), a sealing ring (104), a solenoid valve (105), and a time controller (106). Two electric push rods (101) are installed inside the heating container (1). The telescopic rods of the two electric push rods (101) are connected to a connecting ring (102). A sealing shell (103) for sealing the through hole (4) is connected to the connecting ring (102). A sealing ring (104) is connected to the top of the sealing shell (103). Solenoid valves (105) are installed on the air outlet pipe (5). A time controller (106) is installed on the heating container (1). The heating container (1), the electric push rods (101), and the solenoid valves (105) are all electrically connected to the time controller (106).

3. A steamer for food processing with uniform steam distribution according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a positioning mechanism, which includes a connecting block (111), a positioning sleeve (112) and a positioning rod (113). The heating container (1) and the steamer (2) are symmetrically connected to the left front and back of the connecting block (111). The top of the connecting block (111) is connected to the positioning sleeve (112). The top of the uppermost connecting block (111) is not connected to the positioning sleeve (112). The bottom of the connecting block (111) is connected to the positioning rod (113). The bottom of the lowermost connecting block (111) is not connected to the positioning rod (113). The positioning rod (113) can be inserted into the positioning sleeve (112) to position the steamer (2).

4. A steamer for food processing with uniform steam distribution according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a connecting mechanism, which includes a connecting plate (122), a screw (123) and a clamping plate (124). The positioning rod (113) has an opening (121). The two symmetrical positioning sleeves (112) are connected by a connecting plate (122). The connecting plate (122) is rotatably connected to the screw (123). The screw (123) is threadedly connected to the clamping plate (124). The clamping plate (124) slides through the positioning sleeve (112) and inserts into the opening (121) to connect the positioning sleeve (112) and the positioning rod (113).

5. A steamer for food processing with uniform steam distribution according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a water replenishment mechanism, which includes a connecting frame (131), a water tank (132), an inlet pipe (133), a one-way valve (134), a water pump (135), and a suction pipe (136). The heating container (1) is connected to the connecting frame (131), and the connecting frame (131) is connected to the water tank (132). The top of the water tank (132) is connected to the inlet pipe (133), and the one-way valve (134) is installed on the inlet pipe (133). The water pump (135) is installed on the water tank (132). The outlet end of the water pump (135) is sealed through the upper part of the heating container (1), and the inlet end of the water pump (135) is connected to the suction pipe (136). The suction pipe (136) is located inside the water tank (132).

6. A steamer for food processing with uniform steam distribution according to claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes a heater (14), which is installed at the bottom of the water tank (132).

7. A steamer for food processing with uniform steam distribution according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a transparent scale plate (15), and the heating container (1) is connected to the transparent scale plate (15).

8. A steamer for food processing with uniform steam distribution according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a sealing ring (16), and the upper part of the air outlet pipe (5) is connected to a sealing ring (16), and the bottom of the mating sleeve (9) and the top of the sealing ring (16) are in contact.

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