Automatic cattle and sheep slaughtering conveying belt

Abstract

The application discloses an automatic cattle and sheep slaughtering conveying belt, which comprises a rack, a transmission assembly is installed on the rack, processing assemblies are symmetrically and fixedly connected to two ends of the rack, four supporting assemblies in rectangular distribution are installed at the bottom of the rack, a control box is fixedly connected to the rack, a cleaning assembly is fixedly connected to the rack, and tensioning assemblies are symmetrically and fixedly connected to two ends of the rack. The automatic cattle and sheep slaughtering conveying belt can realize online automatic cleaning of the conveying belt, has good cleaning effect and low energy consumption, can quickly adjust the tension of the conveying belt and is easy to operate, and is additionally provided with a special temporary processing platform, so that workers can conveniently perform on-site operation, and the efficiency and sanitary level of cattle and sheep slaughtering processing are effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of slaughtering and processing equipment technology, and in particular to an automated conveyor belt for slaughtering beef and mutton. Background Technology

[0002] Beef and mutton slaughtering and processing is an important part of meat production. As the core conveying equipment in the slaughtering production line, the conveyor belt plays a crucial role in transporting the slaughtered beef and mutton carcasses from one process to the next.

[0003] Currently, most beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belts on the market are used during slaughtering. After slaughter, the surface of the conveyor belt inevitably becomes contaminated with blood stains, meat scraps, fat, and other dirt. Existing conveyor belts are mostly cleaned by manual rinsing or simple spraying, which not only requires machine shutdown, affecting production continuity, but also makes it difficult to remove stubborn dirt adhering to the surface of the conveyor belt, making it easy for bacteria to grow and failing to meet food hygiene and safety standards. Therefore, we have designed an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing an automated conveyor belt for beef and mutton slaughtering. This belt can achieve online automatic cleaning without stopping the machine, with good cleaning effect and low energy consumption; it can quickly adjust the tension of the conveyor belt and is easy to operate; it is also equipped with a temporary processing platform to facilitate on-site operation by staff.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt includes a frame, a transmission assembly mounted on the frame, processing assemblies symmetrically fixedly connected to both ends of the frame, four rectangularly distributed support assemblies mounted at the bottom of the frame, a control box fixedly connected to the frame, a cleaning assembly fixedly connected to the frame, and tensioning assemblies symmetrically fixedly connected to both ends of the frame.

[0007] Preferably, the transmission assembly includes a motor fixedly connected to the frame, two transmission rollers rotatably connected to the frame, the output shaft of the motor passing through the frame and rotatably connected to it, the roller shaft of the transmission roller passing through the frame and rotatably connected to it, a first synchronous belt being sleeved on the outer wall of the output shaft of the motor and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the transmission roller, two pairs of supports fixedly connected to the frame, each pair of supports being rotatably connected to a pressure roller, a tension roller being provided on the frame, and the two transmission rollers, the pressure roller and the tension roller being sleeved on the conveyor belt body.

[0008] Preferably, the processing assembly includes a processing plate and a reinforcing frame. The processing plate is fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame, the bottom of the processing plate is fixedly connected to the top of the reinforcing frame, the bottom of the reinforcing frame is fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame, and multiple reinforcing frames are provided and distributed at equal intervals.

[0009] Preferably, the support assembly includes a support leg and a fixing screw, the top of the support leg is fixedly connected to the fixing screw, and the support leg passes through the frame and is threadedly connected to it.

[0010] Preferably, the cleaning assembly includes a water tank fixedly connected to the frame. A brush roller, a scraper roller, and a plurality of sponge rollers are rotatably connected to the inner wall of the water tank. The roller shafts of the brush roller and the scraper roller both pass through the water tank and are rotatably connected thereto. A second synchronous belt is fitted together on the outer wall of the output shaft of the motor and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the scraper roller. A third synchronous belt is fitted together on the outer wall of the roller shaft of the brush roller and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the scraper roller.

[0011] Preferably, the outer wall of the brush roller is provided with multiple brushes, all of which are arranged to abut against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body; the outer wall of the scraper roller is fixedly connected with multiple flexible scrapers, all of which are arranged to abut against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body; the outer wall of the sponge roller is arranged to abut against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body.

[0012] Preferably, the tensioning assembly includes a fixed plate fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame, a sliding groove is provided on the fixed plate, a sliding block is provided in the sliding groove and slidably connected thereto, an adjusting screw is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove via a bearing, the adjusting screw passes through the fixed plate and is rotatably connected thereto, a handle is fixedly connected to the bottom of the adjusting screw, and the adjusting screw passes through the sliding block and is threadedly connected thereto.

[0013] Preferably, the two ends of the tensioning roller are rotatably connected to the sidewalls of their corresponding sliding blocks via bearings.

[0014] Preferably, the side wall of the water tank is fixedly connected to an inlet pipe, the bottom of the water tank is fixedly connected to an outlet pipe, and the outer wall of the outlet pipe is fixedly connected to an electromagnetic valve.

[0015] Preferably, a first pulley is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the motor's output shaft and the outer wall of the transmission roller's shaft, and the first synchronous belt is sleeved on the outer walls of the two first pulleys; a second pulley is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the motor's output shaft and the outer wall of the scraper roller's shaft, and the second synchronous belt is sleeved on the outer walls of the two second pulleys; a third pulley is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the scraper roller's shaft and the outer wall of the brush roller's shaft, and the third synchronous belt is sleeved on the outer walls of the two third pulleys.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this invention are as follows:

[0017] 1. While the motor drives the conveyor belt, it simultaneously rotates the brush roller and scraper roller via the second and third synchronous belts. The brush roller scrubs away bloodstains, meat scraps, and other dirt from the conveyor belt surface, while the scraper roller further removes stubborn deposits. The sponge roller absorbs excess water from the conveyor belt surface. Cleaning can be performed without stopping the machine, ensuring continuous production. Furthermore, no additional power system is required, reducing energy consumption and manufacturing costs. Simultaneously, the lower parts of the brush roller and scraper roller are immersed in cleaning fluid in a water tank, ensuring continuous rinsing and improving cleaning effectiveness.

[0018] 2. The screw-type adjustment structure of the tensioning assembly enables rapid adjustment of the conveyor belt tension. When the conveyor belt becomes loose due to long-term use, the operator simply turns the handle to rotate the adjusting screw, causing the sliding block to slide up and down within the sliding groove. This moves the tensioning roller, thus adjusting the conveyor belt tension. This adjustment method is simple to operate, can be completed by a single person, and allows for control of the tension, effectively preventing conveyor belt breakage due to over-tensioning or slippage due to insufficient tension, thereby improving the stability of the conveyor.

[0019] 3. During the conveying process, workers can remove the cattle and sheep carcasses from the conveyor belt and place them on the processing plate for cutting, inspection, and trimming. After processing, the carcasses are placed back on the conveyor belt and conveyed to the next process. This improves work efficiency and avoids the problems of conveyor belt damage and product contamination caused by direct operation on the conveyor belt.

[0020] In summary, this invention enables online automatic cleaning of conveyor belts with good cleaning effect and low energy consumption; it can quickly adjust the tension of the conveyor belt and is easy to operate; at the same time, it is equipped with a special temporary processing platform to facilitate on-site operation by staff, effectively improving the efficiency and hygiene level of beef and mutton slaughtering and processing. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a front view schematic diagram of an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt proposed in this invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a rear view schematic diagram of an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt proposed in this invention.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a front view schematic diagram of the structure of an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt after removing the protective shell, as proposed in this invention.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a front view schematic diagram of the removal and cleaning components in an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt proposed in this invention.

[0025] Figure 5This is a rear view schematic diagram of the structure of an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt for removing processing and cleaning components, as proposed in this invention.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the tensioning component in an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt proposed in this invention;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a first schematic diagram of a partial structure of an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt proposed in this invention;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a second schematic diagram of a partial structure of an automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt proposed in this invention.

[0029] In the diagram: 1. Frame, 2. Transmission assembly, 21. Motor, 22. First synchronous belt, 23. Transmission roller, 24. Pressure roller, 25. Support, 26. Tensioning roller, 27. Conveyor belt body, 3. Processing assembly, 31. Processing plate, 32. Reinforcing frame, 4. Support assembly, 41. Support leg, 42. Fixing screw, 5. Control box, 6. Cleaning assembly, 61. Water tank, 62. Second synchronous belt, 63. Third synchronous belt, 64. Brush roller, 65. Scraper roller, 66. Sponge roller, 67. Water inlet pipe, 68. Water outlet pipe, 7. Tensioning assembly, 71. Fixing plate, 72. Sliding groove, 73. Adjusting screw, 74. Handle, 75. Sliding block. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments.

[0031] Reference Figures 1-8 An automated conveyor belt for beef and mutton slaughtering includes a frame 1, a transmission assembly 2 mounted on the frame 1, processing assemblies 3 symmetrically fixedly connected to both ends of the frame 1, four rectangularly distributed support assemblies 4 mounted at the bottom of the frame 1, a control box 5 fixedly connected to the frame 1 (the control box 5 contains a PLC controller and a frequency converter, which are electrically connected to a motor 21 and a solenoid valve, respectively. The PLC controller is used to control the start and stop of the motor and the timed opening and closing of the solenoid valve to realize the automatic replacement of cleaning fluid), a cleaning assembly 6 fixedly connected to the frame 1, and tensioning assemblies 7 symmetrically fixedly connected to both ends of the frame 1.

[0032] The transmission assembly 2 includes a motor 21 fixedly connected to the frame 1. Two transmission rollers 23 are rotatably connected to the frame 1. The output shaft of the motor 21 passes through the frame 1 and is rotatably connected to it. The roller shafts of the transmission rollers 23 pass through the frame 1 and are rotatably connected to it. A first synchronous belt 22 is fitted onto the outer wall of the output shaft of the motor 21 and the outer wall of the roller shafts of the transmission rollers 23. Two pairs of brackets 25 are fixedly connected to the frame 1. Each pair of brackets 25 is rotatably connected to a pressure roller 24. A tension roller 26 is provided on the frame 1. The two transmission rollers 23, the pressure roller 24, and the tension roller 26 are fitted onto the conveyor belt body 27 (the conveyor belt body 27 is made of food-grade PU material with a matte, non-slip surface). This structural design enables the conveyor belt to maintain stable tension during operation, reducing slippage and skew. In this device, a detachable protective shell is provided on the outer side of the first synchronous belt 22, the second synchronous belt 62, the third synchronous belt 63, and the corresponding pulleys. The protective shell is made of stainless steel and is fixedly connected to the frame 1 by bolts.

[0033] The processing assembly 3 includes a processing plate 31 and a reinforcing frame 32. The processing plate 31 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame 1, and the bottom of the processing plate 31 is fixedly connected to the top of the reinforcing frame 32. The bottom of the reinforcing frame 32 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame 1. Multiple reinforcing frames 32 are provided and evenly distributed, which improves the stability and load-bearing capacity of the processing plate 31 and is suitable for temporary storage or operation of beef and mutton during slaughter.

[0034] The support assembly 4 includes a support leg 41 and a fixing screw 42. The top of the support leg 41 is fixedly connected to the fixing screw 42. The support leg 41 passes through the frame 1 and is threadedly connected to it. The bottom of the frame 1 has multiple threaded holes. The upper end of the support leg 41 is threadedly connected to the corresponding threaded holes to ensure the stability of the overall equipment.

[0035] The cleaning assembly 6 includes a water tank 61 fixedly connected to the frame 1. A brush roller 64, a scraper roller 65, and multiple sponge rollers 66 are rotatably connected to the inner wall of the water tank 61 (the multiple sponge rollers 66 are driven rollers, their outer walls abutting against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body 27, and they rotate due to the friction of the conveyor belt body 27). The roller shafts of the brush roller 64 and the scraper roller 65 both pass through the water tank 61 and are rotatably connected to it. A second synchronous belt 62 is fitted together on the outer wall of the output shaft of the motor 21 and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the scraper roller 65. A third synchronous belt 63 is fitted together on the outer walls of the roller shafts of the brush roller 64 and the scraper roller 65. This arrangement allows the cleaning assembly 6 to work synchronously using the motor 21, eliminating the need for an additional power source and simplifying the equipment structure. The outer wall of the brush roller 64 is equipped with multiple brushes, all of which abut against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body 27; the outer wall of the scraper roller 65 abuts against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body 27, enabling the removal of stubborn stains. The side wall of the water tank 61 is fixedly connected to the inlet pipe 67, and the bottom is fixedly connected to the outlet pipe 68. The outlet pipe 68 of the water tank 61 discharges liquid. An external faucet is connected to the inlet pipe 67 to form a liquid circulation in the water tank 61, which further reduces liquid consumption. The outer wall of the outlet pipe 68 is fixedly connected to an electromagnetic valve to facilitate liquid replacement and emptying.

[0036] The tensioning assembly 7 includes a fixed plate 71 fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame 1. A sliding groove 72 is formed on the fixed plate 71, and a sliding block 75 is slidably connected to it within the sliding groove 72. An adjusting screw 73 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove 72 via a bearing. The adjusting screw 73 passes through the fixed plate 71 and is rotatably connected to it. A handle 74 is fixedly connected to its bottom and passes through the sliding block 75, threadedly connected to it. Both ends of the tensioning roller 26 are rotatably connected to the side walls of the corresponding sliding blocks 75 via bearings, making tension adjustment more precise and convenient.

[0037] In this invention, slaughtered beef and mutton are placed on the conveyor belt body 27 in a slaughterhouse to begin the conveying process. After the motor 21 starts, its output shaft drives two transmission rollers 23 to rotate via the first synchronous belt 22, thereby driving the conveyor belt body 27 to run. The pressure roller 24 and tension roller 26 work together to ensure the smooth operation of the conveyor belt and maintain appropriate tension, preventing slippage or deviation. During the conveying process, the beef and mutton can be removed from the processing plate 31 at the processing component 3 for preliminary processing, such as cutting and inspection, and then placed back on the conveyor belt for the next process. While the conveyor belt is running continuously, the cleaning component 6 works synchronously: the output shaft of the motor 21 drives the scraper roller 65 to rotate via the second synchronous belt 62, and the scraper roller 65 then drives the brush roller 64 to rotate via the third synchronous belt 63. The brushes on the brush roller 64 continuously scrub the surface of the conveyor belt, removing attachments such as bloodstains and meat scraps. The scraper roller 65 further scrapes away the dirt. Since the brush roller 64 and scraper roller 65 are partially submerged in water in the water tank 61, the cleaning effect is enhanced. Multiple sponge rollers 66 absorb excess water from the conveyor belt surface, preventing dripping water from polluting the environment. When the conveyor belt becomes loose due to prolonged use, the operator rotates the handle 74 to rotate the adjusting screw 73, causing the sliding block 75 to slide within the sliding groove 72, thereby adjusting the position of the tension roller 26 and achieving rapid adjustment of the conveyor belt tension, ensuring efficient equipment operation. The entire device, coordinated by the control box 5 with motors, solenoid valves, and other components, achieves automated conveying and cleaning, improving slaughtering efficiency and hygiene.

[0038] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automated conveyor belt for beef and mutton slaughtering, characterized in that, Includes a frame (1), on which a transmission assembly (2) is installed, and processing assemblies (3) are symmetrically fixedly connected to both ends of the frame (1). Four support assemblies (4) arranged in a rectangular pattern are installed at the bottom of the frame (1). A control box (5) is fixedly connected to the frame (1). A cleaning assembly (6) is fixedly connected to the frame (1). Tensioning assemblies (7) are symmetrically fixedly connected to both ends of the frame (1).

2. The automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transmission assembly (2) includes a motor (21) fixedly connected to the frame (1). Two transmission rollers (23) are rotatably connected to the frame (1). The output shaft of the motor (21) passes through the frame (1) and is rotatably connected to it. The roller shaft of the transmission roller (23) passes through the frame (1) and is rotatably connected to it. The outer wall of the output shaft of the motor (21) and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the transmission roller (23) are together fitted with a first synchronous belt (22). Two pairs of brackets (25) are fixedly connected to the frame (1). Each pair of brackets (25) is rotatably connected with a pressure roller (24). A tension roller (26) is provided on the frame (1). The two transmission rollers (23), the pressure roller (24) and the tension roller (26) are together fitted with a conveyor belt body (27).

3. The automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt according to claim 1, characterized in that, The processing component (3) includes a processing plate (31) and a reinforcing frame (32). The processing plate (31) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame (1). The bottom of the processing plate (31) is fixedly connected to the top of the reinforcing frame (32). The bottom of the reinforcing frame (32) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame (1). The reinforcing frames (32) are arranged in multiples and are distributed at equal intervals.

4. The automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support assembly (4) includes a support leg (41) and a fixing screw (42). The top of the support leg (41) is fixedly connected to the fixing screw (42). The support leg (41) passes through the frame (1) and is threadedly connected to it.

5. The automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cleaning assembly (6) includes a water tank (61) fixedly connected to the frame (1). A brush roller (64), a scraper roller (65) and a plurality of sponge rollers (66) are rotatably connected to the inner wall of the water tank (61). The roller shafts of the brush roller (64) and the scraper roller (65) both pass through the water tank (61) and are rotatably connected to it. The outer wall of the output shaft of the motor (21) and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the scraper roller (65) are jointly fitted with a second synchronous belt (62). The outer wall of the roller shaft of the brush roller (64) and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the scraper roller (65) are jointly fitted with a third synchronous belt (63).

6. The automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer wall of the brush roller (64) is provided with multiple brushes, and the multiple brushes are arranged to abut against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body (27); the outer wall of the scraper roller (65) is fixedly connected with multiple flexible scrapers, and the multiple flexible scrapers are arranged to abut against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body (27); the outer wall of the sponge roller (66) is arranged to abut against the outer wall of the conveyor belt body (27).

7. An automated conveyor belt for beef and mutton slaughtering according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tensioning assembly (7) includes a fixed plate (71) fixedly connected to the side wall of the frame (1). A sliding groove (72) is provided on the fixed plate (71). A sliding block (75) is provided in the sliding groove (72) and slidably connected thereto. An adjusting screw (73) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove (72) through a bearing. The adjusting screw (73) passes through the fixed plate (71) and is rotatably connected thereto. A handle (74) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the adjusting screw (73). The adjusting screw (73) passes through the sliding block (75) and is threadedly connected thereto.

8. An automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt according to claim 7, characterized in that, The two ends of the tension roller (26) are respectively rotatably connected to the sidewalls of the corresponding sliding block (75) through bearings.

9. An automated conveyor belt for beef and mutton slaughtering according to claim 6, characterized in that, The side wall of the water tank (61) is fixedly connected to an inlet pipe (67), the bottom of the water tank (61) is fixedly connected to an outlet pipe (68), and the outer wall of the outlet pipe (68) is fixedly connected to an electromagnetic valve.

10. An automated beef and mutton slaughtering conveyor belt according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the output shaft of the motor (21) and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the transmission roller (23) are both fixedly connected to a first pulley, and the first synchronous belt (22) is sleeved on the outer wall of the two first pulleys; the outer wall of the output shaft of the motor (21) and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the scraper roller (65) are both fixedly connected to a second pulley, and the second synchronous belt (62) is sleeved on the outer wall of the two second pulleys; the outer wall of the roller shaft of the scraper roller (65) and the outer wall of the roller shaft of the brush roller (64) are both fixedly connected to a third pulley, and the third synchronous belt (63) is sleeved on the outer wall of the two third pulleys.

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