Steam isolation device for food material feeding opening

Abstract

The utility model provides a steam isolation device for a food material feeding opening. Relates to the field of food processing equipment, and aims to solve the problem that food materials at an upper food material temporary storage position are affected after steam of an existing saucepan floats upwards, a sliding structure is formed by a bottom frame and an insertion plate, a feeding opening in the bottom frame can be blocked or opened when the insertion plate slides to switch the position, and when the food materials are fed, the feeding opening is opened for the food materials to penetrate through and fall into the saucepan; and in a non-throwing state, blocking is kept, so that the saucepan and the food material temporary storage position are isolated, the adverse effect of steam on the food materials is reduced, the sanitation of the food material temporary storage position is guaranteed, and the meal delivery quality is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of food processing equipment, in particular to a steam isolation device for a food feeding port. Background Art

[0002] The cooking of pasta such as noodles, dumplings, and wontons is generally completed manually. A chef needs to put the dishes into a cooking funnel according to the customer's order. The chef judges that the dishes are cooked based on experience and then pours them into a food bowl. Finally, soup is added to complete the cooking. Currently, restaurants, canteens, etc. are often limited by labor costs and the space in the back kitchen, so the number of personnel who can be arranged for operations is always limited. Based on people's living habits, the dining time is relatively concentrated. In this case, people need to spend a long time queuing up for meals.

[0003] A fully automatic intelligent food delivery device is disclosed in a Chinese patent (publication number: CN113995303A). The automatic sorting and feeding manipulator is used to grab the corresponding material box from the first storage shelf and put the dishes into the cooking funnel. The first tableware discharging device is used to grab and transport the tableware stored therein one by one. The flipping mechanism can drive the cooking funnel to flip and pour the cooked dishes into the transported tableware, realizing the full-automatic operation of processes such as material taking, cooking, tableware discharging, dish pouring, tableware handling and soup adding, tray conveying, placing beverages and staple foods to meal delivery. However, it does not consider the steam protection during the pasta cooking process. During the cooking of pasta, if the steam is not isolated, the food materials above the cooking pot will be fumigated by the steam, resulting in a wet surface and thus easy to stick. Before the food materials are put into cooking, they are likely to adhere to the holding utensils and cause residues, affecting hygiene. After the food materials are put into cooking, problems such as food material breakage and caking are likely to occur, affecting the meal delivery quality. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to address the deficiencies existing in the prior art and provide a steam isolation device for a food feeding port. A sliding structure is formed by a chassis and a plug board. When the plug board slides and switches positions, it can block or open the feeding port on the chassis. When feeding food materials, it opens to allow the food materials to pass through and fall into the cooking pot. When in a non-feeding state, it remains blocked to isolate the cooking pot and the food material temporary storage position, reducing the adverse effects of steam on the food materials, ensuring the hygiene of the food material temporary storage position, and improving the meal delivery quality.

[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the following technical solutions are adopted:

[0006] A steam isolation device for a food ingredient feeding port, comprising a plug board, a chassis and a driving mechanism. A chute for accommodating the plug board to form a sliding fit is provided on the chassis. At one end of the chassis in the sliding direction of the plug board, a feeding port is opened. The driving mechanism includes a lead screw slider mechanism and a driving member. The slider of the lead screw slider mechanism is connected to the plug board. The driving member is installed on the chassis through a bracket, and the output end of the driving member is connected to the lead screw of the lead screw slider mechanism. The axis of the lead screw is parallel to the sliding direction of the plug board. Limit switches are respectively installed at both ends of the sliding path of the plug board.

[0007] Further, along the direction in which the food ingredient passes through the feeding port, a cover plate is installed at one end of the feeding port. The cover plate is spaced from the bottom surface of the chute, and the plug board is located between the cover plate and the bottom surface of the chute.

[0008] Further, a hole for the food ingredient to pass through is provided on the cover plate. The cover plate is of a frame structure, and the hole is communicated with the feeding port.

[0009] Further, the top surface of the plug board is in contact with and forms a sliding fit with the bottom surface of the cover plate, the side surface of the plug board is in contact with and forms a sliding fit with the side wall of the chute, and the bottom surface of the plug board is in contact with and forms a sliding fit with the bottom surface of the chute.

[0010] Further, a nut is provided on the slider. The outer ring of the nut is connected to the slider, and the inner ring forms a threaded fit with the lead screw.

[0011] Further, the limit switches are installed on the bracket. The slider is located between the two limit switches and on the connection line of the two limit switches, and can trigger the limit switches.

[0012] Further, the bracket is a bent plate. The bracket is erected above the chute, the edge of the bracket is fixed to the chassis, and the slider is located between the bracket and the chute.

[0013] Further, in the sliding direction of the plug board, one end of the bracket extends outside the chassis to form an extension part, and the driving member is installed on the extension part.

[0014] Further, the driving member is a driving motor, and the output end of the driving motor is connected to the lead screw.

[0015] Further, the driving motor is connected to the input end of a speed reducer, the output end of the speed reducer is connected to the end of the lead screw, and the lead screw is installed on the bracket through a bearing.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of the present utility model are:

[0017] (1) Aiming at the problem that the steam in the cooking pot affects the ingredients at the temporary storage position above after floating, a sliding structure is formed by the bottom frame and the insertion plate. When the insertion plate slides and switches positions, it can block or open the feeding port on the bottom frame. When feeding ingredients, it opens to allow the ingredients to pass through and fall into the cooking pot, and remains blocked in the non-feeding state to isolate the cooking pot and the temporary storage position of the ingredients, reduce the adverse effects of steam on the ingredients, ensure the hygiene of the temporary storage position of the ingredients, and improve the meal quality.

[0018] (2) A cover plate with a frame structure is installed on the feeding port. A structure for restricting the insertion plate is formed between the cover plate and the sliding groove of the bottom frame. A fitting sliding is formed between the top surface, bottom surface and side surface of the insertion plate respectively, improving the sealing effect and reducing the escape of steam passing through the feeding port to the temporary storage position of the ingredients.

[0019] (3) A limit switch is used to restrict the moving position of the insertion plate. After the slider moves to contact the limit switch, the driving of the insertion plate stops, reaching one end of the moving path of the insertion plate, reducing the problems of excessive movement and incomplete movement of the insertion plate. Description of the Drawings

[0020] The specification drawings forming a part of the present utility model are used to provide a further understanding of the present utility model. The schematic embodiments of the present utility model and their descriptions are used to explain the present utility model and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present utility model.

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the steam isolation device for the ingredient feeding port in the embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the cooperation between the bottom frame and the insertion plate in the embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the cooperation between the driving member and the bracket in the embodiment of the present utility model.

[0024] In the figure: 1. Insertion plate, 2. Cover plate, 3. Bottom frame, 4. Bracket, 5. First limit switch, 6. Driving member, 7. Feeding port, 8. Slider, 9. Lead screw, 10. Second limit switch. Detailed Embodiment

[0025] In a typical embodiment of the present utility model, as Figures 1-3 shown, a steam isolation device for the ingredient feeding port is proposed.

[0026] During the cooking process of pasta, if the steam is not isolated, the ingredients above the cooking pot will be steamed by the steam, resulting in a wet surface and thus easy to stick. Based on this, this embodiment provides a steam isolation device for the ingredient feeding port 7. A feeding port 7 is opened on the chassis 3. After the plug board 1 and the chassis 3 form a sliding fit, the plug board 1 can switch the blocking state of the feeding port 7 in a sliding manner, realizing open feeding or blocking and isolating the steam, reducing the adverse impact of the cooking pot steam on the ingredient temporary storage position, being beneficial to the hygiene of the cooking equipment, and improving the cooking quality.

[0027] See Figure 1 , the steam isolation device for the ingredient feeding port 7 includes a plug board 1, a chassis 3 and a driving mechanism. A chute for accommodating the plug board 1 to form a sliding fit is provided on the chassis 3. The cross-section of the chute is concave-shaped. The plug board 1 is embedded in the chute. The bottom surface of the plug board 1 fits the bottom surface of the chute, and the side surface of the plug board 1 fits the side wall of the chute. At one end of the chassis 3 in the sliding direction of the plug board 1, a feeding port 7 is opened. The plug board 1 can slide to switch positions. When sliding to a specific position, it can block or open the feeding port 7 on the chassis 3.

[0028] By controlling the position of the plug board 1, the opening and closing of the feeding port 7 are realized, ensuring that the ingredients can smoothly enter the cooking pot during ingredient feeding, and isolating the cooking pot and the ingredient temporary storage position when not feeding, reducing the adverse impact of the steam on the ingredients.

[0029] Among them, as Figure 1 and Figure 2 shown, the feeding port 7 can be used as a passage for the ingredients to pass through during feeding, and can also be used as an upward flow passage for the steam released by the cooking pot. Therefore, the plug board 1 is used for blocking as needed.

[0030] The chute structure on the chassis 3 can ensure that the plug board 1 can slide stably, and the movement of the plug board 1 allows the ingredients to enter the cooking pot through the feeding port 7 during feeding.

[0031] The driving mechanism includes a lead screw slider mechanism and a driving member 6. The slider of the lead screw slider mechanism is connected to the plug board 1. The driving member 6 is installed on the chassis 3 through a bracket 4. The output end of the driving member 6 is connected to the lead screw 9 of the lead screw slider mechanism. The axis of the lead screw 9 is parallel to the sliding direction of the plug board 1; one end of the lead screw 9 passes through the bracket 4 and is connected to the driving member. A bearing is provided at the intersection position of the lead screw 9 and the bracket 4. The lead screw 9 is fitted with the inner ring of the bearing, and the outer ring of the bearing 9 is fixed to the bracket 4, thus forming a relative rotation between the lead screw 9 and the bracket 4. By rotating the driving member 6, the lead screw slider mechanism is driven to move, and then the plug board 1 is driven to slide in the chute on the chassis 3. The automatic control of the plug board 1 is realized, improving the convenience and efficiency of the operation.

[0032] Limit switches are installed at both ends of the sliding path of the plugboard 1. It is detected whether the plugboard 1 slides to a predetermined position, that is, the feeding port 7 is fully opened or fully closed. When the plugboard 1 moves to the fully opened position, one of the limit switches can be triggered, and when it moves to the fully closed position, the other limit switch can be triggered, ensuring that the plugboard 1 can accurately stop at the specified position during the sliding process, guaranteeing the correct opening and closing of the feeding port 7, and preventing damage to the equipment caused by excessive or insufficient sliding.

[0033] The plugboard 1 can slide at the feeding port 7, block or open the feeding port 7 as needed, thereby isolating the cooking pot and the ingredient temporary storage position, reducing the adverse effects of steam on the ingredients, and ensuring the hygiene of the ingredient temporary storage position. At the same time, the setting of the limit switch ensures that the plugboard 1 can accurately stop at the specified position, improving the reliability and safety of the equipment. The whole device has a simple structure and convenient operation, and can effectively improve the meal delivery quality.

[0034] Along the direction in which the ingredients pass through the feeding port 7, a cover plate 2 is installed at one end of the feeding port 7. The cover plate 2 is spaced from the bottom surface of the chute, and the plugboard 1 is located between the cover plate 2 and the bottom surface of the chute. The design of the cover plate 2 not only improves the hygiene and safety of the equipment, but also can effectively reduce the escape of steam and improve the quality of the overall working environment.

[0035] At the same time, in order to ensure the stability and sealing performance of the plugboard 1 during the sliding process, the top surface of the plugboard 1 is in contact with the bottom surface of the cover plate 2 to form a sliding fit, and the side surface and the bottom surface are respectively in contact with the side wall and the bottom surface of the chute to form a sliding fit. Through the sliding fit design with three-sided contact, the stability and sealing performance of the plugboard 1 during the sliding process are enhanced, and the isolation effect is improved.

[0036] In order to ensure that the ingredients can pass through the cover plate 2 smoothly without affecting the isolation effect. Holes for the ingredients to pass through are provided on the cover plate 2, and the holes are communicated with the feeding port 7. The setting of the holes allows the ingredients to pass through smoothly, and the cover plate 2 can restrict the position of the plugboard 1, improving the stability of the movement of the plugboard 1.

[0037] In order to solve the precise control and smooth sliding of the plugboard 1. A nut 8 is arranged on the slider, the outer ring of the nut 8 is connected with the slider, and the inner ring forms a threaded fit with the lead screw 9, meeting the transmission requirements of the lead screw-slider mechanism. When the lead screw 9 rotates, it can drive the nut 8 to move along the axial direction of the lead screw, thereby driving the slider and the plugboard 1 connected to the slider to move. Through the design of the threaded fit, the precise control and smooth sliding of the plugboard 1 are realized, and the reliability and service life of the equipment are improved.

[0038] In order to achieve that the plugboard 1 can accurately stop when it slides in place, in this embodiment, as Figure 3As shown in the figure, limit switches are installed at both ends of the sliding path of the slider. The slider is located between the two limit switches, which are the first limit switch 5 and the second limit switch 10 respectively. When the slider moves to contact the limit switch, the limit switch can be triggered. The installation and triggering of the limit switch ensure that the plugboard 1 can stop accurately when it slides in place, improving the automation degree and operation convenience of the equipment.

[0039] It can be understood that the limit switch and the driving member 6 are respectively connected to the controller, and the controller controls the operation of the driving member 6, so that the plugboard 1 can move relative to the chassis 3. When the plugboard 1 moves to the position where the slider contacts a certain limit switch, the limit switch is triggered and sends a signal to the controller, and the controller controls the driving member 6 to stop running, realizing that the plugboard 1 moves in place.

[0040] In other alternative embodiments, the limit switch can also be connected in series in the driving circuit of the driving member 6 as a limit protection switch. The controller is used to control the rotation speed and rotation time of the driving member 6 to control the movement stroke of the driven slider and plugboard 1. The moving range of the slider is set between the two limit switches. When the movement stroke of the plugboard 1 exceeds the set range, the limit switch will be triggered, thereby cutting off the power supply of the driving member 6, achieving the purpose of restricting the moving range of the slider and the plugboard 1.

[0041] In order to stably install the driving mechanism and ensure the smooth sliding of the slider, a bracket 4 designed with a bent plate is erected above the chute, and the edge is fixed to the chassis 3. The slider is located between the bracket 4 and the chute. The design of the bracket 4 not only stably installs the driving mechanism, but also provides a stable sliding track for the slider, ensuring the smooth sliding of the slider.

[0042] A driving motor is used as the driving member 6. The output end of the driving motor is connected to the lead screw 9, and the rotation of the lead screw 9 is driven through rotation, and then the matched nut 8 is driven to move. The application of the driving motor realizes the automatic control of the plugboard 1, improving the intelligent level and operation convenience of the equipment. It can be understood that the driving motor can also be first connected to a speed reducer, and then the output end of the speed reducer is connected to the lead screw 9 to drive the lead screw 9 to rotate.

[0043] In order to improve the sealing performance at the feeding port 7, a sealing strip is provided on the cover plate 2 above the feeding port 7. The sealing strip can increase the sealing performance when docking with the external feeding port and compensate for the gap between the external feeding port and the steam isolation device of the foodstuff feeding port.

[0044] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not used to limit the present invention. For those skilled in the art, the present invention can have various changes and modifications. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A steam isolation device for a food ingredient feeding port, characterized in that, It includes an insertion plate, a chassis, and a driving mechanism. A chute for accommodating the insertion plate to form a sliding fit is provided on the chassis. At one end of the chassis in the sliding direction of the insertion plate, a feeding port is opened. The driving mechanism includes a lead screw slider mechanism and a driving member. The slider of the lead screw slider mechanism is connected to the insertion plate. The driving member is installed on the chassis through a bracket. The output end of the driving member is connected to the lead screw of the lead screw slider mechanism. The axis of the lead screw is parallel to the sliding direction of the insertion plate. Limit switches are respectively installed at both ends of the sliding path of the insertion plate.

2. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 1, wherein In the direction of the food passing through the feeding port, a cover plate is installed at one end of the feeding port. The cover plate is spaced from the bottom surface of the chute, and the insertion plate is located between the cover plate and the bottom surface of the chute.

3. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cover plate is provided with a hole for the food to pass through. The cover plate is of a frame structure, and the hole is communicated with the feeding port.

4. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The top surface of the insertion plate is in contact with the bottom surface of the cover plate to form a sliding fit. The side surface of the insertion plate is in contact with the side wall of the chute to form a sliding fit. The bottom surface of the insertion plate is in contact with the bottom surface of the chute to form a sliding fit.

5. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 1, wherein A nut is provided on the slider. The outer ring of the nut is connected to the slider, and the inner ring forms a threaded fit with the lead screw.

6. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 5, wherein The limit switch is installed on the bracket. The slider is located between the two limit switches and on the connection line of the two limit switches, and can trigger the limit switch.

7. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket is a bent plate. The bracket is erected above the chute. The edge of the bracket is fixed to the chassis. The slider is located between the bracket and the chute.

8. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 7, wherein In the sliding direction of the insertion plate, one end of the bracket extends outside the chassis to form an extension part, and the driving member is installed on the extension part.

9. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 1 or 7 or 8, characterized in that, The driving member is a driving motor, and the output end of the driving motor is connected to the lead screw.

10. The steam isolation device for the food ingredient feeding port according to claim 9, wherein, The driving motor is connected to the input end of a speed reducer. The output end of the speed reducer is connected to the end of the lead screw. The lead screw is installed on the bracket through a bearing.

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