An egg yolk separation apparatus for egg product processing and methods of using the same

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of egg liquid separation technology, specifically to an egg liquid separation device for egg product processing and its usage method. The device comprises a shell, an inner pot, a separation mechanism, a drive mechanism, and rollers. The shell serves as the overall mounting carrier for the device, housing the inner pot for collecting the separated egg white. A separation mechanism is mounted on top, comprising a drive disc and a placement disc. The drive disc is positioned on top of the inner pot, with the placement disc on top. The placement disc has multiple downward-facing grooves containing separation grooves. A baffle bar, bent and matching the shape of the placement groove, is located inside the drive disc, its width exceeding the diameter of the separation groove. The drive mechanism drives the separation mechanism to rotate automatically, utilizing centrifugal force to achieve efficient separation of the egg yolk and egg white. The baffle bar, in conjunction with the separation groove, severs the connection between the egg yolk and egg white.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of egg liquid separation technology, and more specifically, to an egg liquid separation device for egg product processing and its usage method. Background Technology

[0002] In the egg product processing process, the main function of egg liquid separation is to accurately separate the egg yolk from the egg white, providing specialized raw materials for the subsequent production of different types of egg products. At the same time, the separated egg yolk and egg white can be further processed separately to avoid wasting nutrients. High-quality egg liquid separation can effectively reduce the mixing of impurities, reduce the workload of subsequent filtration and purification, improve production efficiency, and reduce processing costs. Therefore, egg liquid separation equipment is widely used in the egg product processing industry and is an important piece of equipment to ensure the large-scale and standardized production of egg products.

[0003] Currently, most egg liquid separators used in egg product processing adopt a conical inclined trough separation structure. The working principle is to put the whole egg liquid into the conical inclined trough, and use the density difference between the egg yolk and the egg white to make the egg white slide down the inner wall of the trough under the action of gravity, while the egg yolk remains in the trough, thus achieving the separation of the two.

[0004] However, a thin yolk membrane exists between the yolk and the egg white. Since the conical groove relies solely on gravity for separation, without a specific separation force or cutting structure, it cannot effectively sever the connection between the yolk and the egg white. Furthermore, the egg white has a certain degree of viscosity, and during the gravity-induced descent, it cannot completely detach from the yolk. As a result, a large amount of egg white remains adhered to the surface of the separated yolk, and small yolk fragments are also mixed into the egg white. This increases the workload of subsequent cleaning and purification, reduces production efficiency, and fails to meet the needs of large-scale, high-quality egg product production. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This invention provides an egg liquid separation device for egg product processing and its usage method. The device drives the separation mechanism to achieve automatic rotation through a drive mechanism, and uses centrifugal force to achieve efficient separation of egg yolk and egg white. With the cooperation of the baffle and the separation tank, the connection between egg yolk and egg white is severed, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background art of incomplete separation of existing equipment, the yolk and egg white still being connected, and the impact on product quality and production efficiency.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing includes a shell, an inner pot, a separation mechanism, a drive mechanism, and rollers.

[0007] The shell serves as the overall mounting carrier for the equipment, with an inner pot installed inside for collecting the separated egg whites, and a separation mechanism installed on top.

[0008] The separation mechanism includes a drive plate and a placement plate. The drive plate is located on the top of the inner pot, and the placement plate is placed on the top. The placement plate has multiple placement slots inside, which are downward-facing grooves with separation slots inside.

[0009] The drive plate has a baffle inside. The baffle is bent and matches the shape of the placement slot. Its width is greater than the diameter of the separation slot. Multiple locking blocks are connected to the top of the outer ring of the drive plate. Multiple locking slots are opened at the bottom of the outer ring of the placement plate. The locking blocks are locked into the corresponding locking slots.

[0010] The drive mechanism is installed between the housing and the separation mechanism, and includes a motor, a gear and a gear ring. The motor is installed inside the housing, and a gear is installed at the output end. A gear ring is connected to the bottom of the outer ring of the drive disk, and the gear meshes with the gear ring.

[0011] The top of the shell is hinged to a sealing cover, and multiple rollers are rotatably installed inside the sealing cover. When closed, the rollers fit against the top of the outer ring of the placement plate. The outer wall of the inner pot is connected to a discharge pipe, and the discharge end penetrates the shell.

[0012] In the above technical solution, the separation mechanism is the core component for achieving egg liquid separation. The placement tray has a placement groove to hold the whole egg liquid, while the separation groove is used to discharge the egg white. The baffle can block or open the separation groove, while simultaneously cutting off the connection between the yolk and the egg white. The drive mechanism achieves automatic rotation of the drive tray through the meshing of gears and gear rings, which in turn drives the placement tray to rotate synchronously. Centrifugal force is used to separate the egg white and yolk. The rollers provide support and limit the rotation, ensuring that the placement tray rotates smoothly. The inner pot is used to collect the separated egg white, and the discharge pipe facilitates the discharge of the egg white. The overall structure works in concert to achieve efficient and thorough separation of egg liquid.

[0013] Based on the above, this equipment achieves automatic drive through pure structural linkage, completing the entire process of egg liquid separation without manual intervention. This not only significantly improves separation efficiency but also ensures thorough separation, severing the connection between the yolk and egg white to prevent them from sticking together and guaranteeing the purity of the yolk and egg white after separation. This meets the needs of large-scale, high-quality egg product production while simplifying the operation process and reducing manual labor intensity.

[0014] A method of using an egg liquid separation device for egg product processing, comprising the following steps: S1. Place the drive plate on top of the inner pot, place the placement plate on top of the drive plate, and rotate the placement plate to make the baffle bar avoid the separation groove. S2. Place the whole egg liquid into the placement tank, start the drive mechanism to make the drive plate and placement plate rotate. Under the action of centrifugal force, the egg white is discharged through the separation tank, and the egg yolk remains in the placement tank. S3. After separation, rotate the tray in the opposite direction so that the baffle blocks the separation groove and cuts off the connection between the yolk and the remaining egg white. Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: By setting up a separation mechanism and a drive mechanism, the motor in the drive mechanism drives the gear to rotate. The gear meshes with the gear ring at the bottom of the drive plate, driving the drive plate to rotate automatically. The drive plate, through the cooperation of the locking block and the locking slot and the friction between itself and the placement plate, drives the placement plate to rotate synchronously. Centrifugal force is used to discharge the egg white from the separation groove of the placement groove. After separation, by rotating the placement plate, the baffle on the drive plate blocks the separation groove and cuts off the connection between the yolk and the egg white, achieving complete separation of the yolk and the egg white. This solves the problems of existing equipment relying on gravity separation, incomplete separation, and the yolk and egg white still being connected, which leads to decreased product quality, waste of raw materials, and low production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the separation mechanism of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first step of using the separation mechanism of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the second use step of the separation mechanism of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the third step of using the separation mechanism of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth step of using the separation mechanism of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the installation position structure of the drive mechanism of the present invention; Figure 9 This is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of the toothed ring of the present invention; Figure 10 This is a structural schematic diagram showing the mounting positions of the gear and gear ring of the present invention; Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the sealing cap of the present invention; Figure 12 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram after the separation is completed according to the present invention.

[0016] The meanings of the labels in the diagram are as follows: 1. Shell; 11. Sealing cover; 2. Inner pot; 21. Discharge pipe; 3. Separation mechanism; 31. Drive disc; 311. Baffle; 312. Locking block; 32. Placement disc; 321. Placement slot; 322. Separation slot; 323. Locking slot; 4. Drive mechanism; 41. Motor; 42. Gear; 43. Gear ring; 5. Roller. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solutions of this invention will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this invention, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0018] Because most existing egg liquid separation equipment used in egg product processing adopts a conical inclined trough structure, it relies solely on gravity to separate the yolk from the egg white. It lacks a targeted separation force and cutting structure, resulting in the inability to completely sever the connection between the yolk and the egg white. After separation, a large amount of egg white still adheres to the surface of the yolk, and yolk fragments are mixed into the egg white. This not only affects the processing quality of subsequent egg products and causes waste of raw materials, but also increases the workload of subsequent cleaning and purification, and reduces production efficiency.

[0019] Therefore, in view of the above-mentioned problems, the present invention discloses an egg liquid separation device for egg product processing, with reference to... Figure 1-2 As shown, the device includes a shell 1, inside which is installed an inner pot 2. The inner pot 2 is used to collect the separated egg whites to avoid leakage of egg whites, which would cause waste of raw materials and contamination of equipment. The volume design of the inner pot 2 can be flexibly adjusted according to production needs to adapt to egg liquid separation operations of different scales. At the same time, the inner wall of the inner pot 2 adopts a smooth structure design to facilitate subsequent cleaning.

[0020] The outer wall of the inner pot 2 is connected to a discharge pipe 21. The discharge end of the discharge pipe 21 passes through the shell 1, which can quickly and smoothly discharge the separated egg white collected in the inner pot 2. The outlet of the discharge pipe 21 can be directly connected to the subsequent processing equipment to achieve seamless connection between egg liquid separation and subsequent processing, reducing manual transfer steps.

[0021] The top of the inner pot 2 is equipped with a separation mechanism 3, which is the core component for separating egg yolks from egg whites. (See details...) Figure 3 As shown, the separation mechanism 3 includes a drive plate 31 disposed on the top of the inner pot 2 and a placement plate 32 placed on top of the drive plate 31.

[0022] The drive plate 31 is placed on top of the inner pot 2, between the inner pot 2 and the placement plate 32. The size of the drive plate 31 is precisely matched with the size of the top opening of the inner pot 2, which can completely cover the top of the inner pot 2 and prevent the egg white from splashing out of the inner pot 2 during the separation process.

[0023] A placement plate 32 is placed on top of the drive plate 31. The interior of the placement plate 32 is provided with multiple placement slots 321. The placement slots 321 are downward-facing grooves that can stably hold whole egg liquid. At the same time, the groove structure can concentrate the egg yolk in the central area of ​​the placement slot 321, which facilitates the discharge of egg white under centrifugal force. The number of placement slots 321 can be flexibly designed according to production needs to adapt to different scales of separation operations and realize the simultaneous separation of multiple eggs.

[0024] The placement tank 321 has a separation tank 322 inside. The separation tank 322 is evenly distributed at the bottom of the placement tank 321. Its main purpose is to serve as a channel for the egg white to be discharged. Under the action of centrifugal force, the egg white can flow smoothly into the inner pot 2 below through the separation tank 322. However, the egg yolk, due to its larger volume and higher density, cannot pass through the separation tank 322, thus achieving the initial separation of the egg yolk and egg white.

[0025] The drive disc 31 has a baffle 311 inside. The baffle 311 is bent and its shape matches the shape of the placement groove 321 so that the placement groove 321 can be accommodated in the baffle 311. At the same time, the width of the baffle 311 is greater than the aperture of the separation groove 322 so that the egg white cannot pass through the separation groove 322.

[0026] Multiple locking blocks 312 are connected to the top of the outer ring of the drive disk 31, and the locking blocks 312 are evenly distributed on the outer ring of the drive disk 31.

[0027] The bottom of the outer ring of the placement tray 32 is provided with multiple slots 323. The number and position of the slots 323 correspond precisely to the locking blocks 312 of the drive tray 31. The locking blocks 312 are engaged in the corresponding slots 323 to achieve precise positioning of the placement tray 32 and the drive tray 31, preventing the placement tray 32 from shifting or slipping during rotation and ensuring that the two rotate synchronously. On the other hand, the structure of the slots 323 and the locking blocks 312 allows the placement tray 32 to rotate slightly on the drive tray 31, which is convenient for adjusting the relative position between the placement tray 32 and the drive tray 31. This allows the baffle 311 to block and open the separation groove 322. The operation is simple and convenient and requires no additional tools.

[0028] For detailed usage steps of separation mechanism 3, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4-7 As shown The first step is to crack the egg open and place the whole egg liquid evenly inside the placement tank 321. The grooved structure of the placement tank 321 prevents the egg liquid from splashing, ensuring that all the whole egg liquid enters the placement tank 321. Figure 4 As shown; The second step involves slightly rotating the placement tray 32 so that the baffle 311 on the drive tray 31 no longer obstructs the separation tank 322, ensuring that the egg white can smoothly pass through the separation tank 322 and be discharged during subsequent centrifugation. Figure 5 As shown; The third step involves rotating the drive disc 31 clockwise. Through the friction between the drive disc 31 and the placement disc 32, combined with the limiting action of the locking block 312 and the locking slot 323, the placement disc 32 rotates synchronously. The centrifugal force generated during rotation flings the egg white in the placement slot 321 outwards, allowing it to flow smoothly through the separation slot 322 into the inner pot 2 below. The egg yolk, due to its larger volume and density, remains in the placement slot 321, achieving initial separation of the yolk and egg white. Figure 6 As shown; Fourth step: After complete separation, slightly rotate the placement tray 32 in the opposite direction so that the baffle 311 on the drive tray 31 precisely blocks the separation groove 322. Simultaneously, the baffle 311 severs the connection between the yolk and egg white, thoroughly peeling away any remaining egg white adhering to the yolk surface. This ensures complete separation, prevents adhesion between the two, and preserves the purity of the yolk and egg white. Figure 7 As shown.

[0029] Next, in order to drive the drive disc 31 to rotate and achieve automated egg liquid separation, a drive mechanism 4 is installed between the housing 1 and the separation mechanism 3, as detailed in the reference. Figure 8 As shown, the drive mechanism 4 includes a motor 41 installed inside the housing 1. The motor 41 is installed inside the housing 1 and fixed to the inner wall of the housing 1. A gear 42 is installed at the output end of the motor 41. Then refer to Figure 9-10 As shown, a gear ring 43 is connected to the bottom of the outer ring of the drive disk 31. The gear ring 43 and the drive disk 31 are integrally formed. Through the meshing of the gear 42 and the gear ring 43, the motor 41 drives the drive disk 31 to rotate, thereby driving the placement disk 32 to rotate, thus realizing the automatic drive of egg liquid separation.

[0030] See again Figure 11 As shown, the top of the housing 1 is hinged to a sealing cover 11. The core function of the sealing cover 11 is to seal and protect the separation mechanism 3 inside the equipment, so as to prevent the egg liquid from splashing out during the separation process.

[0031] Multiple rollers 5 are rotatably installed inside the sealing cover 11. The rollers 5 are evenly distributed inside the sealing cover 11. When the sealing cover 11 is closed, the rollers 5 are in contact with the top of the outer ring of the placement tray 32, which can press the placement tray 32 tightly onto the drive tray 31, increasing the friction between the two. This ensures that the drive tray 31 can stably drive the placement tray 32 to rotate synchronously, avoiding slippage and ensuring the smooth progress of centrifugal separation. It can also limit the up-and-down movement and deviation of the placement tray 32 during rotation, ensuring that the placement tray 32 always rotates horizontally and avoiding egg splashing. In addition, the rollers 5 can rotate freely, which can reduce the friction between them and the placement tray 32 and will not affect the normal rotation of the placement tray 32.

[0032] Working principle: When in use, first place the drive plate 31 on top of the inner pot 2, ensuring that the toothed ring 43 at the bottom of the drive plate 31 is precisely engaged with the gear 42 of the drive mechanism 4. Then place the placement plate 32 on top of the drive plate 31, so that the locking block 312 of the drive plate 31 is engaged in the locking groove 323 of the placement plate 32. Slightly rotate the placement plate 32 so that the baffle 311 does not obstruct the separation groove 322.

[0033] Next, place the cracked whole egg liquid into the placement tank 321 one by one, close the sealing cover 11, and make the roller 5 inside the sealing cover 11 fit against the top of the outer ring of the placement tray 32 to provide support and limit.

[0034] When motor 41 is turned on, motor 41 drives gear 42 to rotate. Gear 42 meshes with gear ring 43, driving drive disk 31 to rotate. Drive disk 31, through friction and the cooperation of locking block 312 and locking groove 323, drives placement disk 32 to rotate synchronously. Centrifugal force causes egg white to be discharged from separation tank 322 into inner pot 2, while egg yolk remains in placement tank 321.

[0035] After separation, turn off motor 41, open sealing cover 11, and slightly rotate placement plate 32 in the opposite direction so that baffle 311 blocks separation groove 322 and cuts off connection between egg yolk and egg white. Finally, remove placement plate 32 to collect egg yolk, and discharge egg white in inner pot 2 through discharge pipe 21 to complete egg liquid separation.

[0036] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples and are not intended to limit the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed. The scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An egg liquid separation device for egg product processing, comprising a shell (1), characterized in that: An inner pot (2) is installed inside the shell (1), a separation mechanism (3) is installed on the top of the inner pot (2), and a drive mechanism (4) is installed between the shell (1) and the separation mechanism (3). The separation mechanism (3) includes a drive plate (31) disposed on the top of the inner pot (2), and a placement plate (32) is placed on the top of the drive plate (31) for placing whole egg liquid; The placement tray (32) has a separation groove (322) inside, and the drive tray (31) has a baffle (311) inside. The width of the baffle (311) is greater than the aperture of the separation groove (322) so that the egg white cannot pass through the separation groove (322).

2. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The placement tray (32) has multiple placement slots (321) inside. The placement slots (321) are downward-facing grooves. The separation slots (322) are formed on the bottom and side walls of the placement slots (321).

3. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 2, characterized in that: The baffle (311) is bent and its shape matches the shape of the placement groove (321) so that the placement groove (321) can be accommodated in the baffle (311).

4. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the outer ring of the drive disk (31) is connected to multiple locking blocks (312), and the bottom of the outer ring of the placement disk (32) is provided with multiple slots (323), and the locking blocks (312) are inserted into the corresponding slots (323).

5. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive mechanism (4) includes a motor (41) installed inside the housing (1), and a gear (42) is installed at the output end of the motor (41).

6. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the outer ring of the drive disk (31) is connected to a toothed ring (43), and the gear (42) meshes with the toothed ring (43).

7. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the housing (1) is hinged to a sealing cover (11), and multiple rollers (5) are rotatably mounted inside the sealing cover (11).

8. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 7, characterized in that: When the sealing cap (11) is closed, the roller (5) is in contact with the top of the outer ring of the placement tray (32).

9. The egg liquid separation equipment for egg product processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the inner pot (2) is connected to a discharge pipe (21), and the discharge end of the discharge pipe (21) passes through the shell (1).

10. A method of using an egg liquid separation device for egg product processing, comprising using the egg liquid separation device for egg product processing as described in claim 3, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1. Place the drive plate (31) on top of the inner pot (2), place the placement plate (32) on top of the drive plate (31), and rotate the placement plate (32) so that the baffle (311) avoids the separation groove (322). S2. Place the whole egg liquid into the placement tank (321), start the drive mechanism (4) to make the drive plate (31) and the placement plate (32) rotate. Under the action of centrifugal force, the egg white is discharged through the separation tank (322), and the egg yolk remains in the placement tank (321). S3. After separation, rotate the placement plate (32) in the opposite direction so that the baffle (311) blocks the separation groove (322) and cuts off the connection between the yolk and the remaining egg white.

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