Intermittent and constant-speed superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment, and particularly relates to intermittent and constant-speed superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment which comprises a box body, the front end and the rear end of the box body are connected with a feeding plate and a discharging plate respectively, a conveying belt is installed in the box body, a water tank is installed on the side wall of the box body, and a water outlet is formed in the side wall of the box body. A water pump is installed in the water tank, a water pipe is installed at the connecting end of the water pump, a spray head is connected to the bottom end of the water pipe, a filter screen is inserted into the box body, a fixing plate is arranged on the outer side wall of the filter screen, a fixing block is installed on the side wall of the box body, and a guide rod is installed in the fixing block; through cooperation of the water tank, the tank body and the filter screen, hot water circulation is achieved, impurities are filtered out, secondary pollution of vegetables is prevented, and the processing quality is guaranteed. And the fan, the discharging plate and the water collecting tank are matched, so that water on the surfaces of the vegetables is quickly removed, and excessive water is collected for recycling.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of superheated steam processing equipment for fresh-cut vegetables, in particular to intermittent and uniform speed superheated steam processing equipment for fresh-cut vegetables. Background Art

[0002] Superheated steam processing equipment for fresh-cut vegetables plays an important role in the vegetable processing industry. It can not only efficiently complete the blanching and sterilization processes of vegetables, but also maintain the freshness and nutritional content of vegetables.

[0003] Superheated steam processing equipment for fresh-cut vegetables primarily utilizes high-temperature, clean superheated steam to heat fresh-cut vegetables. This equipment precisely controls the temperature and pressure of the steam, ensuring the vegetables are processed under optimal conditions, thus avoiding overheating or underheating.

[0004] While using steam to heat water during the vegetable blanching process is an effective method, the vegetables easily release impurities during this process. If these impurities are not cleaned promptly, they can easily accumulate inside the equipment. Once these accumulated impurities come into contact with the vegetables during the subsequent blanching process, they can cause secondary contamination of the vegetables, seriously affecting the overall quality of the vegetable processing. Therefore, ensuring the cleanliness of the equipment and the effective removal of impurities are key to improving the quality of vegetable processing. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing equipment for fresh-cut vegetables. This aims to address the existing problem that, while using steam to heat water for blanching is an effective method, vegetables easily release impurities during this process. If these impurities are not cleaned in time, they tend to accumulate inside the equipment. Once these accumulated impurities come into contact with the vegetables during the subsequent blanching process, they will cause secondary contamination of the vegetables, which will seriously affect the overall quality of the vegetable processing. Therefore, ensuring the cleanliness of the equipment interior and the effective removal of impurities are key links in improving the quality of vegetable processing.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment, including a box body, the front and rear ends of the box body are respectively connected to a feed plate and a discharge plate, a conveyor belt is installed inside the box body, a water tank is installed on the side wall of the box body, a water pump is installed inside the water tank, a water pipe is installed on the connecting end of the water pump, a nozzle is connected to the bottom end of the water pipe, a filter screen is inserted into the inside of the box body, the outer side wall of the filter screen is provided with a fixing plate, a fixing block is installed on the side wall of the box body, a guide rod is installed inside the fixing block, and a spring is sleeved on the surface of the guide rod.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment of the present invention, the filter screen is made of metal and the conveyor belt is made of hollow metal.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment of the present invention, the fixed plate is sleeved on the surface of the guide rod, and the fixed plate forms an elastic telescopic connection between the guide rod and the fixed block through a spring and the guide rod.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment of the present invention, the filter screen is fixedly connected to the box body through a fixed plate.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment of the present invention, a fan is installed on the top of the box body, a water collecting box is installed on one end of the box body close to the discharge plate, and a docking block is installed on the outer side wall of the water collecting box.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment of the present invention, a connecting block is installed on the side wall of the box body, and bolts are connected to the surface of the connecting block.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment of the present invention, the water collecting tank is assembled at one end of the box body by means of bolts, connecting blocks and docking blocks.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0014] This utility model achieves a circulation of hot water between the water tank, housing, and filter screen through the coordinated operation of the water tank and housing. The filter screen effectively removes impurities generated during vegetable blanching, preventing secondary contamination and ensuring the overall quality of vegetable processing. The fan, discharge plate, and water collection tank then work together to quickly control the flow of water through the vegetables after blanching, preventing excess moisture from remaining on the vegetable surface. Furthermore, as the vegetables pass through the discharge plate, excess water is effectively drained into the water collection tank, facilitating subsequent water recycling. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the embodiments of the present invention, they are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation of the present invention. In the accompanying drawings:

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view structure of the main body of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main cross-sectional structure of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the fixing block of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 For this utility model Figure 1 A in the figure is an enlarged structural diagram.

[0021] In the figure: 1. Box body; 2. Feed plate; 3. Discharge plate; 4. Conveyor belt; 5. Water tank; 6. Water pipe; 7. Nozzle; 8. Water pump; 9. Filter; 10. Fixing plate; 11. Fixing block; 12. Guide rod; 13. Spring; 14. Fan; 15. Water collecting tank; 16. Docking block; 17. Connecting block; 18. Bolt. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention. Example 1

[0023] See also Figure 1-5 The utility model provides the following technical solutions: intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment, including a box body 1, the front and rear ends of the box body 1 are respectively connected to a feed plate 2 and a discharge plate 3, a conveyor belt 4 is installed inside the box body 1, a water tank 5 is installed on the side wall of the box body 1, a water pump 8 is installed inside the water tank 5, a water pipe 6 is installed on the connecting end of the water pump 8, a nozzle 7 is connected to the bottom end of the water pipe 6, a filter screen 9 is inserted into the inside of the box body 1, a fixing plate 10 is provided on the outer side wall of the filter screen 9, a fixing block 11 is installed on the side wall of the box body 1, a guide rod 12 is installed inside the fixing block 11, and a spring 13 is sleeved on the surface of the guide rod 12.

[0024] In the preferred embodiment, the filter screen 9 is made of metal, and the conveyor belt 4 is made of hollow metal.

[0025] In the preferred embodiment, the fixing plate 10 is sleeved on the surface of the guide rod 12 , and the fixing plate 10 forms an elastic telescopic connection with the fixing block 11 via the spring 13 and the guide rod 12 .

[0026] In the preferred embodiment, the filter screen 9 is fixedly connected to the box body 1 via a fixing plate 10 .

[0027] In the embodiment, through the coordinated work of the water tank 5, the box body 1 and the filter screen 9, the circulation of hot water between the water tank 5 and the box body 1 is achieved. At the same time, the filter screen 9 effectively filters out impurities generated during the blanching of vegetables, thereby preventing secondary contamination of the vegetables and ensuring the overall quality of vegetable processing.

[0028] Specifically, when the equipment is in operation, water tank 5 receives steam through the steam delivery pipe, heating the water inside. A temperature monitor can also be installed inside water tank 5 to monitor the water temperature in real time. Subsequently, water pump 8 starts, pumping hot water from water tank 5 and delivering it through water pipe 6 to spray nozzle 7 for dispensing. At this point, conveyor belt 4, carrying vegetables, starts running and delivers them to the bottom of spray nozzle 7 for blanching.

[0029] During the blanching process, impurities fall from the hollow conveyor belt 4 along with the water flow and land on the filter 9, while excess hot water flows into the box 1. Since the box 1 is connected to the water tank 5, a water circulation system is formed to ensure that the water level in the box 1 does not exceed the height of the filter 9, thus ensuring that the box 1 does not affect the filter 9 to collect impurities.

[0030] After the equipment is used, the fixing plate 10 is simply moved away from the outer wall of the filter 9, and the filter 9 can be easily pulled out for replacement or cleaning of impurities, which greatly facilitates the maintenance of the filter 9.

[0031] It is worth noting that the fixing plate 10 moves along the surface of the guide rod 12 when it is toggled, and at the same time, the moving fixing plate 10 squeezes the spring 13 to contract, so that it moves away from the outer wall of the filter screen 9, thereby releasing the fixation of the filter screen 9.

[0032] Under the elastic action of the spring 13, the fixing plate 10 can rebound to the initial position, thereby re-fixing the filter screen 9 from moving outward, further improving the stability of the installation of the filter screen 9. Example 2

[0033] See also Figure 1-5 A fan 14 is installed at the top of the box body 1, a water collecting box 15 is installed at one end of the box body 1 close to the discharge plate 3, and a docking block 16 is installed on the outer side wall of the water collecting box 15.

[0034] In the preferred embodiment, a connecting block 17 is installed on the side wall of the box body 1 , and a bolt 18 is connected to the surface of the docking block 16 .

[0035] In the preferred embodiment, the water collecting box 15 is assembled on one end of the box body 1 by means of bolts 18 , a connecting block 17 and a docking block 16 .

[0036] In this embodiment, the fan 14, discharge plate 3, and water collection tank 15 work together to quickly control the water content of the vegetables after blanching, preventing excess moisture from remaining on the vegetable surface. Furthermore, as the vegetables pass through the discharge plate 3, excess moisture is effectively dripped into the water collection tank 15, facilitating subsequent water recycling.

[0037] Specifically, the fan 14 is cleverly installed at the top of the box 1, close to the discharge plate 3. When the vegetables have completed the blanching process, the fan 14 is started, and the wind generated gently blows the conveyor belt 4, effectively blowing off excess moisture on the surface of the vegetables to ensure that the vegetables are not too wet.

[0038] The vegetables then fall onto the hollowed-out discharge plate 3, which further facilitates water control. The controlled water drips precisely through the mesh openings of the discharge plate 3 into the water collection tank 15 below for storage, facilitating subsequent water recycling.

[0039] It's particularly noteworthy that the assembly and disassembly process of the water collection tank 15 is extremely simple. By tightening and loosening the bolts 18, the connecting block 17 and the docking block 16 can be easily connected or separated. This design allows operators to quickly disassemble the water collection tank 15 when it is full or the equipment stops working, conveniently recycling the stored water.

[0040] It should be noted that: the equipment uses a conveyor belt 4 to process vegetables, and the conveyor belt 4 can be adjusted according to different vegetables. The blanching process time of different types of vegetables is different, and the adjustment of the conveyor belt 4 can meet the needs of different types of vegetables, so that intermittent and uniform speed processing can be achieved. Vegetables with short blanching time can be directly transmitted through the conveyor belt 4, thus forming uniform speed processing. Vegetables with long blanching time are transmitted through the conveyor belt 4 to the nozzle 7 to wait for the blanching time, thus forming intermittent processing.

[0041] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art will be able to modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. Intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing equipment for fresh-cut vegetables, comprising a housing (1), characterized in that: The front and rear ends of the box body (1) are respectively connected to a feed plate (2) and a discharge plate (3); a conveyor belt (4) is installed inside the box body (1); a water tank (5) is installed on the side wall of the box body (1); a water pump (8) is installed inside the water tank (5); a water pipe (6) is installed at the connecting end of the water pump (8); and a nozzle (7) is connected to the bottom end of the water pipe (6); A filter screen (9) is inserted into the interior of the box (1), a fixing plate (10) is provided on the outer side wall of the filter screen (9), a fixing block (11) is installed on the side wall of the box (1), a guide rod (12) is installed inside the fixing block (11), and a spring (13) is sleeved on the surface of the guide rod (12).

2. The intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The filter screen (9) is made of metal, and the conveyor belt (4) is made of hollow metal.

3. The intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The fixing plate (10) is sleeved on the surface of the guide rod (12), and the fixing plate (10) forms an elastic telescopic connection with the fixing block (11) via the spring (13) and the guide rod (12).

4. The intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The filter screen (9) is fixedly connected to the box body (1) via a fixing plate (10).

5. The intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment according to claim 1 is characterized in that: A fan (14) is installed at the top of the box body (1), a water collecting box (15) is installed at one end of the box body (1) close to the discharge plate (3), and a docking block (16) is installed on the outer side wall of the water collecting box (15).

6. The intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment according to claim 5 is characterized in that: A connecting block (17) is installed on the side wall of the box body (1), and a bolt (18) is connected to the surface of the docking block (16).

7. The intermittent and uniform superheated steam processing fresh-cut vegetable equipment according to claim 5 is characterized in that: The water collecting box (15) is assembled on one end of the box body (1) via bolts (18), a connecting block (17) and a docking block (16).

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