Countercurrent plant extraction device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of plant extraction devices, and discloses a countercurrent plant extraction device which comprises an extraction enzyme liquid tank, an extraction material cooking pretreatment machine, enzymolysis equipment, a solvent storage tank, an extraction liquid storage tank and a steam generator device, the extraction material cooking pretreatment machine is connected with the enzymolysis equipment through a pipeline, and the enzymolysis equipment is also connected with the extraction enzyme liquid tank through a pipeline. A variable-frequency and fixed-frequency ultrasonic control technology is adopted, material cell walls are indirectly shattered, extraction is facilitated, and the extraction rate is increased; the device can monitor the pH value of an extracting solution in real time, the detection process is simple and convenient, extraction pollution is avoided, and the extraction pH value in the whole extraction process is ensured; according to the novel recyclable extracting solution, the dissolving rate of the extracting solution is increased, and energy conservation and environmental protection are achieved; and the multi-industry requirements with different requirements can be met, and the application range is wide.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of plant extraction devices, in particular to a countercurrent plant extraction device. Background Art

[0002] Countercurrent extraction equipment is a continuous production equipment, mainly used in the field of plant extraction production. Compared with traditional extraction equipment, countercurrent extraction equipment has the advantages of short extraction time, high extraction quality and extraction rate, energy saving, cost reduction, reduced labor intensity and protection of production environment. The main structure of the countercurrent extraction equipment is a pipeline continuous production equipment, which is dominated by ultrasonic extraction pipe sections, and adopts integrated electronic control devices with monitorable, adjustable, controllable, dual-frequency and multi-frequency modes for continuous production control.

[0003] The application of countercurrent extraction equipment in the field of traditional Chinese medicine extraction and production will greatly promote the industrialization and modernization of traditional Chinese medicine and natural products.

[0004] However, the extraction devices commonly used in the prior art need to be specifically designed for different industries, so they have different focuses in specific structures, have poor versatility, and cannot be widely applied to multiple technical fields. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the above situation, in order to overcome the defects of the prior art, the utility model provides a countercurrent plant extraction device, which effectively solves the problems raised in the above background.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: a countercurrent plant extraction device, comprising an extraction enzyme liquid tank, an extraction material cooking pretreatment machine, an enzymatic hydrolysis device, a solvent storage tank, an extraction liquid storage tank and a steam generator device, wherein the extraction material cooking pretreatment machine is provided with a raw material inlet, the extraction material cooking pretreatment machine is connected to the enzymatic hydrolysis device through a pipeline, the enzymatic hydrolysis device is also connected to the extraction enzyme liquid tank through a pipeline, the end of the enzymatic hydrolysis device is connected to a screw extruder, the screw extruder is connected to a motor for material advancement, and the screw extruder is connected to a screw slag discharger;

[0007] The solvent storage tank and the extract storage tank are connected to the enzymolysis equipment through pipelines, and the steam generator device is connected to the enzymolysis equipment, the screw extruder, the screw slag discharger, the solvent storage tank and the extract storage tank through steam pipelines.

[0008] Preferably, it also includes a reflux device, which is connected to the extraction liquid storage tank and is provided with a reflux valve and a reflux pipeline.

[0009] Preferably, it also includes an air duct, which is connected to the enzymolysis equipment, and the air inlet end of the air duct is connected to a sterile air filter.

[0010] Preferably, it also includes an extract filter, and the enzymatic hydrolysis equipment is connected to the extract filter and the extract storage tank in sequence through a pipeline.

[0011] Preferably, the enzymatic hydrolysis device is provided with a plurality of intelligent pH meters, which are distributed at the openings of the front section, the middle section and the rear section of the enzymatic hydrolysis device.

[0012] Preferably, the enzymatic hydrolysis equipment and the steam generator device are provided with a quick-opening inlet and a sight glass on the top respectively.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0014] (1) The utility model can keep materials warm and sterilize with low energy consumption;

[0015] (2) This new type adopts variable frequency plus fixed frequency ultrasonic control technology to indirectly open and break the cell wall of the material, making it easier to extract and improving the extraction rate;

[0016] (3) This new type can monitor the pH value of the extract in real time, the detection process is simple and convenient, avoids extraction contamination, and ensures the extraction pH value during the entire extraction process;

[0017] (4) The new type can recycle the extract, improve the dissolution rate of the extract, and save energy and protect the environment;

[0018] (5) This new type can meet the needs of multiple industries with different requirements and has a wide range of applications. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation to the present invention.

[0020] In the attached picture:

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;

[0022] In the figure: 1. Extraction enzyme liquid tank; 2. Extraction material cooking pretreatment machine; 3. Raw material inlet; 4. Enzyme hydrolysis equipment; 5. Screw extruder; 6. Screw slag discharger; 7. Reflux device; 8. Solvent storage tank; 9. Extraction liquid storage tank; 10. Steam generator device; 11. Sterile air purifier; 12. Liquid extraction filter; 13. Steam pipe; 14. Air pipe. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, rather than all of the embodiments; based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0024] Embodiment 1, by Figure 1 The utility model includes an extraction enzyme liquid tank 1, an extraction material cooking pretreatment machine 2, an enzymolysis device 4, a solvent storage tank 8, an extraction liquid storage tank 9 and a steam generator device 10. The extraction material cooking pretreatment machine 2 is provided with a raw material inlet 3, and the raw material is flash pretreated after entering. The extraction material cooking pretreatment machine 2 is connected to the enzymolysis device 4 through a pipeline, and the enzymolysis device 4 is also connected to the extraction enzyme liquid tank 1 through a pipeline. The end of the enzymolysis device 4 is connected to a screw extruder 5, which is connected to a motor for material advancement, and the screw extruder 5 is connected to a screw slag discharger 6;

[0025] The solvent storage tank 8 and the extract storage tank 9 are connected to the enzymolysis device 4 through a pipeline. The steam generator device 10 is connected to the enzymolysis device 4, the screw extruder 5, the screw slag discharger 6, the solvent storage tank 8 and the extract storage tank 9 through a steam pipeline 13. Steam is used for flash pretreatment of materials and full-process steam sterilization. The extraction enzyme enters the enzymolysis device 4 together with the raw materials after flash treatment for enzymolysis treatment and extraction. The material becomes soft after flash treatment and is easy to extract, which can improve the extraction rate.

[0026] The reflux device 7 is also included. The reflux device 7 is connected to the extract storage tank 9. The reflux device 7 is provided with a reflux valve and a reflux pipeline for recycling the extract, improving the dissolution rate of the extract, and saving energy and protecting the environment.

[0027] It also includes an air duct 14, which is connected to the enzymolysis device 4. The air inlet end of the air duct 14 is connected to a sterilized air filter 11 for filtering bacteria and dust contained in the air to prevent the material from being contaminated by bacteria. The air enters the enzymolysis device 4 through the air duct 14 for air bubbling and stirring to increase mass transfer and enzymolysis rate, thereby improving the yield;

[0028] It also includes an extract filter 12, and the enzymatic hydrolysis device 4 is connected to the extract filter 12 and the extract storage tank 9 in sequence through a pipeline;

[0029] The enzymatic hydrolysis device 4 is provided with a plurality of intelligent pH meters, which are distributed at the openings of the front section, middle section and rear section of the enzymatic hydrolysis device 4 and are used to monitor the pH value of the extract in real time;

[0030] The tops of the enzymatic hydrolysis device 4 and the steam generator device 10 are respectively provided with quick-opening inlets and sight glasses for easy observation;

[0031] Preferably, the enzymatic hydrolysis device 4 of the device is provided with an insulation layer, and the insulation layer adopts silicone oil insulation technology to keep the material warm; and the enzymatic hydrolysis device 4 is also provided with an ultrasonic interlayer, and adopts variable frequency and fixed frequency ultrasonic control technology to indirectly open and break the cell wall of the material, so as to facilitate extraction and improve the extraction rate;

[0032] In addition, the new type also adopts a sterile compressed air stirring system. Through the compressed air distributor evenly distributed at the bottom of the extraction section, the material in the extraction and the lysozyme are fully contacted, the extraction rate is improved, and the extraction time is shortened;

[0033] The whole system clean steam distribution system is adopted to make the whole steamer, extractor, feeder, unloader and other connecting parts and pipe sections to be steam sterilized without dead angles, so as to facilitate the extraction under high temperature environment and prevent bacteria in the material and pipe sections from affecting the extraction effect and causing the loss of effective ingredients in the product.

[0034] Enzyme and acid and alkali solution batching tanks are set up with functions such as heating, heat preservation, stirring and defoaming, cleaning and sterilization, which is conducive to the addition and use of additives when switching between different varieties;

[0035] In addition, the entire extraction tube has a jacket water insulation system to maintain the stability of the extraction temperature inside the tube.

[0036] Working principle: When in use, the raw material enters the extraction material cooking pretreatment machine 2 through the raw material inlet 3, and then undergoes flash evaporation treatment. Then, the raw material enters the enzymolysis equipment 4 through a pipeline together with the extraction enzyme in the extraction enzyme liquid tank 1. The solvent flows reversely from the solvent storage tank 8 to the enzymolysis equipment 4 through a pipeline. At the same time, the sterilized air filter 11 introduces filtered air into the air pipeline 14. The steam generator device 10 generates steam, so that the steam pipeline 13 is steam sterilized throughout the process. In addition, variable frequency and fixed frequency ultrasonic control technology are used to indirectly start and break the cell wall of the material. The enzymolyzed material passes through the screw extruder 5, and the residue is removed by the screw slag discharger 6. The extract enters the extract filter 12 through a pipeline, and then reaches the extract storage tank 9 via a pipeline. The extract storage tank 9 is connected to a reflux device 7. The extract flows back to the enzymolysis equipment 4 through the reflux valve and the reflux pipeline on the reflux device 7 for recycling.

Claims

1. A countercurrent plant extraction device, comprising an extraction enzyme liquid tank (1), an extraction material cooking pretreatment machine (2), an enzymatic hydrolysis device (4), a solvent storage tank (8), an extraction liquid storage tank (9) and a steam generator device (10), characterized in that: The extract material cooking pretreatment machine (2) is provided with a raw material inlet (3), the extract material cooking pretreatment machine (2) is connected to the enzymolysis device (4) through a pipeline, the enzymolysis device (4) is also connected to the extraction enzyme liquid tank (1) through a pipeline, the end of the enzymolysis device (4) is connected to a screw extruder (5), the screw extruder (5) is connected to a motor for material advancement, and the screw extruder (5) is connected to a screw slag discharger (6); The solvent storage tank (8) and the extract storage tank (9) are connected to the enzymolysis device (4) through a pipeline, and the steam generator device (10) is connected to the enzymolysis device (4), the screw extruder (5), the screw slag discharger (6), the solvent storage tank (8) and the extract storage tank (9) through a steam pipeline (13).

2. A countercurrent plant extraction device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The invention also comprises a reflux device (7), which is connected to the extraction liquid storage tank (9), and the reflux device (7) is provided with a reflux valve and a reflux pipeline.

3. A countercurrent plant extraction device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes an air duct (14), which is connected to the enzymolysis equipment (4), and the air inlet end of the air duct (14) is connected to a sterile air filter (11).

4. A countercurrent plant extraction device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes an extract filter (12), and the enzymatic hydrolysis device (4) is connected to the extract filter (12) and the extract storage tank (9) in sequence through a pipeline.

5. A countercurrent plant extraction device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The enzymatic hydrolysis device (4) is provided with a plurality of intelligent pH meters, which are distributed at the openings of the front section, the middle section and the rear section of the enzymatic hydrolysis device (4).

6. A countercurrent plant extraction device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The enzymatic hydrolysis equipment (4) and the steam generator device (10) are respectively provided with a quick-opening inlet and a sight glass at the top.

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