Thickness-adjustable food forming device

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of food forming equipment, and particularly relates to a thickness-adjustable food forming device. The utility model provides a thickness-adjustable food forming device, and aims to solve the problem that the position of a compression roller in a food forming device in the prior art cannot be adjusted, so that the thickness of food cannot be adjusted. The thickness-adjustable food forming device comprises a rack, a driving roller and a driven roller are arranged on the rack, and a food forming channel is formed between the driving roller and the driven roller; the rotation direction of the driving roller is opposite to that of the driven roller, the driving roller is rotationally connected to the rack, and a second bevel gear meshed with the first bevel gear is arranged on the driving roller; through the position adjusting mechanism arranged on the rack, the position of the sliding frame relative to the driving roller can be conveniently adjusted, so that the width of a forming channel between the driving roller and the driven roller is changed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of food forming equipment, and particularly relates to a food forming device with adjustable thickness. Background Art

[0002] For traditional flavored snacks such as pies, pancakes or lotus leaf cakes, their dough cakes are formed by kneading the dough and then rolling it by hand or by a machine. Then, the dough cakes go through other processing steps and finally become finished products.

[0003] The dough cake is initially formed by mixing flour and water, and then the dough is processed into a cake shape. During the production of the dough cake, in families or small workshops, it can be formed by rolling with a rolling pin manually. However, in large-scale production, this method has many disadvantages such as low efficiency and waste of labor. Therefore, a rolling machine needs to be used for processing. During the forming process of the dough cake, it needs to be rolled repeatedly, and the thickness formed by each rolling is different. Also, the final required thickness of the dough cake varies in different pasta productions. In traditional rolling machines, the position of the pressure roller cannot be adjusted, so dough cakes with different thicknesses cannot be rolled out. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] The utility model provides a food forming device with adjustable thickness, aiming to solve the problem that the position of the pressure roller in the existing food forming device cannot be adjusted, resulting in the inability to adjust the thickness of the food.

[0005] To solve the above technical problems, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows:

[0006] A food forming device with adjustable thickness, including a frame. A main roller and a driven roller are arranged on the frame, and a food forming channel is formed between the main roller and the driven roller;

[0007] The rotation directions of the main roller and the driven roller are opposite, and a driving component for driving the main roller and the driven roller is also arranged on the frame;

[0008] The driving component includes a main shaft, and a first bevel gear is arranged on the main shaft. The main roller is rotatably connected to the frame, and a second bevel gear meshing with the first bevel gear is arranged on the main roller;

[0009] The driving component further includes a carriage, the carriage is slidably connected to the frame, the driven roller is rotatably connected to the carriage, and a position adjusting mechanism for adjusting the position of the carriage relative to the main roller is also arranged on the frame. The position adjusting mechanism adjusts the width of the forming channel by adjusting the position of the carriage relative to the main roller;

[0010] A third bevel gear is also provided on the main shaft. The third bevel gear is slidably connected to the main shaft. Moreover, the main shaft drives the third bevel gear. The third bevel gear is rotatably connected to the carriage, and a fourth bevel gear meshing with the third bevel gear is provided on the slave roller.

[0011] Further improved solution: A spline shaft is also provided on the main shaft. The spline shaft and the main shaft are of an integral structure. A spline groove cooperating with the spline shaft is provided on the third bevel gear.

[0012] Based on the above technical solution: The integrated design of the spline shaft and the main shaft reduces the connecting components, avoids faults caused by improper fit or loosening between components, and thus enhances the strength and stability of the overall structure. The spline connection has a high load-bearing capacity and impact resistance, can withstand large torques and axial forces, and ensures stability and reliability during the transmission process.

[0013] Further improved solution: The spline shaft and the main shaft are coaxially arranged. Moreover, a key body cooperating with the spline groove is provided on the spline shaft, and the key body and the spline shaft are of an integral structure.

[0014] Based on the above technical solution: The coaxial arrangement of the spline shaft and the main shaft ensures the precise alignment of the axes of the two during the transmission process, reducing vibrations and noises caused by axis deviation. The design of the integral key body further improves the balance of the overall structure, contributing to smoother rotation and transmission. The key body that is of an integral structure with the spline shaft is more reliable when transmitting torque, can withstand larger torques without being easily damaged.

[0015] Further improved solution: The key bodies are uniformly distributed on the spline shaft along the circumferential direction of the spline shaft, and the cross-sectional shape of the key body is rectangular.

[0016] Based on the above technical solution: The uniform distribution of the key bodies along the circumferential direction enables the load to be evenly distributed to each key body during the transmission process, avoiding local overload. The uniform load distribution helps improve the stability and reliability of the entire transmission system, reducing vibrations and noises caused by uneven stress. The key body with a rectangular cross-section provides a larger contact area, increasing the contact tightness between the key body and the spline groove, thereby improving the transmission efficiency and load-bearing capacity.

[0017] Further improved solution: A mounting plate is provided on the carriage. The third bevel gear is rotatably connected to the mounting plate, and a rolling bearing is provided between the third bevel gear and the mounting plate.

[0018] Based on the above technical solution: The use of rolling bearings converts sliding friction into rolling friction, greatly reducing the frictional resistance and energy loss, thereby improving the transmission efficiency. The precise fit between the rolling bearing, the mounting plate, and the third bevel gear ensures the stability and accuracy during the transmission process, reducing vibrations and noises caused by fitting clearances.

[0019] Further improved solution: An installation cylinder is provided on the third bevel gear. The installation cylinder and the third bevel gear are of an integral structure, and moreover, the third bevel gear and the installation cylinder are coaxially arranged. The third bevel gear is mounted on the mounting plate through the installation cylinder.

[0020] Based on the above technical solution: The integral design of the installation cylinder and the third bevel gear reduces the number of connecting components, avoiding failures caused by improper fitting or loosening between components, thereby enhancing the strength and rigidity of the overall structure. This structure can better resist impacts and vibrations during the transmission process, ensuring the stability and reliability of the transmission. Mounting the third bevel gear on the mounting plate through the installation cylinder simplifies the installation process. This design makes installation and disassembly easier and faster, improving work efficiency. The installation cylinder and the third bevel gear of the integral structure have already achieved precise fitting during the manufacturing process, reducing the difficulty and error during assembly.

[0021] Further improved solution: The position adjustment mechanism includes a lead screw rotatably connected to the frame. A threaded hole cooperating with the lead screw is provided on the carriage, and a guide rail is further provided on the frame. A sliding groove cooperating with the guide rail is provided on the carriage.

[0022] Based on the above technical solution: By rotating the lead screw, the moving distance of the carriage on the lead screw can be precisely controlled, thereby achieving precise position adjustment. This adjustment method has high precision and stability and is suitable for occasions where precise position control is required. The guide rail provides a stable sliding track for the carriage, and the sliding groove closely cooperates with the guide rail to ensure the stability and linearity of the carriage during movement. This design reduces the swaying and offset of the carriage during movement, improving the reliability and precision of the entire position adjustment mechanism.

[0023] Further improved solution: The guide rail and the frame are of an integral structure, and the cross-sectional shape of the guide rail is rectangular.

[0024] Based on the above technical solution: The direct connection of the guide rail and the frame into one body reduces the number of connecting components and potential loosening points, thereby enhancing the strength and rigidity of the overall structure. This design makes the entire position adjustment mechanism more stable and reliable when bearing loads and vibrations.

[0025] Further improved solution: The lead screw is rotationally connected to the frame through a guide rail, and a support seat for supporting the lead screw is arranged on the guide rail, and the support seat is fixed to the guide rail by screws.

[0026] Based on the above technical solution: The support seat is firmly fixed on the guide rail by screws, providing stable support for the lead screw and preventing the lead screw from shaking due to uneven force during transmission.

[0027] Further improved solution: A motor for driving the main shaft is also arranged on the frame, and weight-reducing grooves are arranged on both the main roller and the driven roller.

[0028] Based on the above technical solution: The weight-reducing grooves arranged on the main roller and the driven roller are designed to reduce the weight of the roller body while maintaining its structural strength and stiffness. The design of the weight-reducing grooves needs to comprehensively consider factors such as the material, size, working load, and working environment of the roller body to ensure that the roller body does not reduce its load-bearing capacity and service life while reducing weight. The design of the weight-reducing grooves also helps to optimize the structure of the roller body, reduce material waste, and lower costs. At the same time, the weight-reducing grooves can also serve as heat dissipation channels, helping the roller body to dissipate heat during operation and improving the stability and reliability of the system.

[0029] The beneficial effects of the present utility model are as follows:

[0030] With the position adjustment mechanism arranged on the frame, the present utility model can conveniently adjust the position of the carriage relative to the main roller, thereby changing the width of the forming channel between the main roller and the driven roller. This design allows users to adjust the width of the forming channel in real time according to different food types, sizes, or production requirements, and then achieve precise control of the food thickness. The drive assembly includes a main shaft, a first bevel gear, a second bevel gear, a third bevel gear, and a fourth bevel gear. The main shaft is meshed with the second bevel gear on the main roller through the first bevel gear to drive the main roller. At the same time, the third bevel gear is slidably connected to the main shaft and drives the driven roller to rotate by meshing with the fourth bevel gear on the driven roller. This design ensures that the main roller and the driven roller can rotate stably in opposite directions to form an effective food forming channel. Using bevel gears for transmission has the advantages of high transmission efficiency, compact structure, and reliable operation. The meshing method of the bevel gears results in less energy loss during transmission, thereby improving the working efficiency of the entire device. Due to the flexible thickness adjustment ability and stable transmission system of the device, it can be widely used in various food forming processes. Whether making bread, biscuits, noodles, or other foods that require rolling and forming, products with the required thickness can be obtained by adjusting the width of the forming channel. Description of the Drawings

[0031] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present utility model, the following will briefly introduce the attached drawings required for the embodiments. It should be understood that the following attached drawings only show some embodiments of the present utility model, and thus should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other related attached drawings can also be obtained based on these attached drawings.

[0032] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of a food forming device with adjustable thickness of the present utility model.

[0033] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the installation method of the carriage on the frame in a food forming device with adjustable thickness of the present utility model.

[0034] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the main roller in a food forming device with adjustable thickness of the present utility model.

[0035] Explanation of the reference numerals in the figure:

[0036] 1 - Frame; 2 - Main roller; 3 - Driven roller; 4 - Main shaft; 5 - First bevel gear; 6 - Second bevel gear; 7 - Carriage; 8 - Third bevel gear; 9 - Fourth bevel gear; 10 - Spline shaft; 11 - Mounting plate; 12 - Mounting cylinder; 13 - Lead screw; 14 - Guide rail; 15 - Motor; 16 - Weight reduction groove. Specific embodiments

[0037] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model in conjunction with the attached drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present utility model and are not used to limit the present utility model. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 3 , a food forming device with adjustable thickness, includes a frame 1, a main roller 2 and a driven roller 3 are arranged on the frame 1, and a food forming channel is formed between the main roller 2 and the driven roller 3;

[0039] The rotation directions of the main roller 2 and the driven roller 3 are opposite, and a driving component for driving the main roller 2 and the driven roller 3 is also arranged on the frame 1;

[0040] The driving component includes a main shaft 4, a first bevel gear 5 is arranged on the main shaft 4, the main roller 2 is rotatably connected to the frame 1, and a second bevel gear 6 meshing with the first bevel gear 5 is arranged on the main roller 2;

[0041] The driving assembly further includes a carriage 7, which is slidably connected to the frame 1. The secondary roller 3 is rotatably connected to the carriage 7. A position adjusting mechanism for adjusting the position of the carriage 7 relative to the main roller 2 is further provided on the frame 1. The position adjusting mechanism adjusts the width of the forming channel by adjusting the position of the carriage 7 relative to the main roller 2.

[0042] A third bevel gear 8 is further provided on the main shaft 4. The third bevel gear 8 is slidably connected to the main shaft 4. Moreover, the main shaft 4 drives the third bevel gear 8. The third bevel gear 8 is rotatably connected to the carriage 7. A fourth bevel gear 9 meshing with the third bevel gear 8 is provided on the secondary roller 3.

[0043] Specifically: A spline shaft 10 is further provided on the main shaft 4. The spline shaft 10 and the main shaft 4 are of an integral structure. A spline groove cooperating with the spline shaft 10 is provided on the third bevel gear 8.

[0044] The spline shaft 10 and the main shaft 4 are coaxially arranged. Moreover, a key body cooperating with the spline groove is provided on the spline shaft 10. The key body and the spline shaft 10 are of an integral structure.

[0045] The key bodies are evenly distributed on the spline shaft 10 along the circumferential direction of the spline shaft 10. The cross-sectional shape of the key body is rectangular.

[0046] Reference Figures 1 to 3 , wherein: A mounting plate 11 is provided on the carriage 7. The third bevel gear 8 is rotatably connected to the mounting plate 11. A rolling bearing is provided between the third bevel gear 8 and the mounting plate 11.

[0047] An installation cylinder 12 is provided on the third bevel gear 8. The installation cylinder 12 and the third bevel gear 8 are of an integral structure. Moreover, the third bevel gear 8 and the installation cylinder 12 are coaxially arranged. The third bevel gear 8 is mounted on the mounting plate 11 through the installation cylinder 12.

[0048] The mounting plate 11 and the carriage 7 can be of an integral structure.

[0049] Specifically: The position adjusting mechanism includes a lead screw 13 rotatably connected to the frame 1. A threaded hole cooperating with the lead screw 13 is provided on the carriage 7. A guide rail 14 is further provided on the frame 1. A chute cooperating with the guide rail 14 is provided on the carriage 7.

[0050] The guide rail 14 and the frame 1 are of an integral structure. The cross-sectional shape of the guide rail 14 is rectangular.

[0051] The lead screw 13 is rotatably connected to the frame 1 through the guide rail 14. A support seat for supporting the lead screw 13 is provided on the guide rail 14, and the support seat is fixed to the guide rail 14 by screws.

[0052] Specifically: An electric motor 15 for driving the main shaft 4 is further provided on the frame 1, and weight-reducing grooves 16 are provided on both the main roller 2 and the auxiliary roller 3.

[0053] The cross-sectional shape of the weight-reducing groove 16 can be circular or polygonal.

[0054] The working principle of this embodiment:

[0055] After the device is started, the main shaft 4 starts to rotate. The first bevel gear 5 mounted on the main shaft 4 rotates accordingly and meshes with the second bevel gear 6 on the main roller 2, thereby driving the main roller 2 to rotate at a certain speed. This bevel gear transmission method ensures the smooth transmission of power and has the characteristics of a compact structure and high transmission efficiency.

[0056] Not only is the first bevel gear 5 mounted on the main shaft 4, but also a third bevel gear 8 is provided, and the third bevel gear 8 is slidably connected to the main shaft 4. This means that the third bevel gear 8 can move within a certain range relative to the main shaft 4, so that the width of the food passage can be adjusted. As the main shaft 4 rotates, the third bevel gear 8 is also driven to rotate. Since the third bevel gear 8 is rotatably connected to the carriage 7 and the auxiliary roller 3 is mounted with a fourth bevel gear 9 meshing with the third bevel gear 8, the rotation of the third bevel gear 8 will further drive the auxiliary roller 3 to rotate. The rotation direction of the auxiliary roller 3 is opposite to that of the main roller 2, thereby forming a food forming passage between them.

[0057] The position adjusting mechanism is an important component connected to the frame 1, which allows the carriage 7 to slide on the frame 1. By operating the position adjusting mechanism, the position of the carriage 7 relative to the main roller 2 can be precisely controlled. As the carriage 7 moves, the auxiliary roller 3 will also move accordingly, thereby changing the width of the forming passage between the main roller 2 and the auxiliary roller 3.

[0058] The change in the width of the forming passage directly affects the extrusion pressure and time that the food receives when passing through this passage. A narrower passage will cause the food to receive greater extrusion pressure and extend the passing time, thereby producing thinner food; on the contrary, a wider passage will produce thicker food. Therefore, by adjusting the width of the forming passage, precise control of the food thickness can be achieved.

[0059] The present utility model is not limited to the above-mentioned optional embodiments, and various solutions can be arbitrarily combined with each other on the premise of not conflicting with each other; anyone can obtain other various forms of products under the inspiration of the present utility model, but no matter what changes are made in its shape or structure, as long as the technical solutions fall within the scope defined by the claims of the present utility model, they all fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A food forming device with adjustable thickness, characterized in that: It includes a frame, on which a main roller and a driven roller are arranged, and a food forming channel is formed between the main roller and the driven roller; The rotation directions of the main roller and the driven roller are opposite, and a driving assembly for driving the main roller and the driven roller is also arranged on the frame; The driving assembly includes a main shaft, on which a first bevel gear is arranged. The main roller is rotatably connected to the frame, and a second bevel gear meshing with the first bevel gear is arranged on the main roller; The driving assembly further includes a carriage, which is slidably connected to the frame. The driven roller is rotatably connected to the carriage. A position adjusting mechanism for adjusting the position of the carriage relative to the main roller is also arranged on the frame. The position adjusting mechanism adjusts the width of the forming channel by adjusting the position of the carriage relative to the main roller; A third bevel gear is also arranged on the main shaft. The third bevel gear is slidably connected to the main shaft, and the main shaft drives the third bevel gear. The third bevel gear is rotatably connected to the carriage, and a fourth bevel gear meshing with the third bevel gear is arranged on the driven roller.

2. The food forming device with adjustable thickness according to claim 1, characterized in that: A spline shaft is also arranged on the main shaft. The spline shaft and the main shaft are of an integral structure, and a spline groove cooperating with the spline shaft is arranged on the third bevel gear.

3. The food forming device with adjustable thickness according to claim 2, characterized in that: The spline shaft and the main shaft are coaxially arranged, and a key body cooperating with the spline groove is arranged on the spline shaft. The key body and the spline shaft are of an integral structure.

4. The food forming device with adjustable thickness according to claim 3, characterized in that: The key bodies are uniformly distributed on the spline shaft along the circumferential direction of the spline shaft, and the cross-sectional shape of the key body is rectangular.

5. The food forming device with adjustable thickness according to claim 1, characterized in that: An installation plate is arranged on the carriage. The third bevel gear is rotatably connected to the installation plate, and a rolling bearing is arranged between the third bevel gear and the installation plate.

6. The food forming device with adjustable thickness according to claim 5, wherein: An installation cylinder is arranged on the third bevel gear. The installation cylinder and the third bevel gear are of an integral structure, and the third bevel gear and the installation cylinder are coaxially arranged. The third bevel gear is installed on the installation plate through the installation cylinder.

7. An adjustable-thickness food forming device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The position adjusting mechanism includes a lead screw rotatably connected to the frame. A threaded hole cooperating with the lead screw is arranged on the carriage. A guide rail is also arranged on the frame, and a sliding groove cooperating with the guide rail is arranged on the carriage.

8. The food forming device with adjustable thickness according to claim 7, characterized in that: The guide rail and the frame are of an integral structure, and the cross-sectional shape of the guide rail is rectangular.

9. The thickness-adjustable food forming device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The lead screw is rotatably connected to the frame through the guide rail. A support seat for supporting the lead screw is arranged on the guide rail, and the support seat is fixed to the guide rail by screws.

10. A food forming device with adjustable thickness according to claim 1, characterized in that: A motor for driving the main shaft is also arranged on the frame. Weight-reducing grooves are arranged on both the main roller and the driven roller.

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