Rounding device for preparing colored pearl sweet soup balls
By designing an automated ball-rolling device, the problem of low automation in traditional glutinous rice balls preparation was solved, and efficient and stable preparation of colored pearl glutinous rice balls was achieved, thereby improving production efficiency and quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422726476.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-08
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-08
AI Technical Summary
Traditional glutinous rice ball preparation equipment has a low degree of automation and requires a lot of manual intervention, resulting in low production efficiency and unstable glutinous rice ball quality, making it difficult to prepare colored pearl glutinous rice balls.
A ball-rolling component consisting of an upper half ring and a lower half ring is designed, equipped with a feeding tube and a solenoid valve to realize an automated ball-rolling process. The solenoid valve is used to control the addition of fillings of different colors. Combined with a drive motor and transmission system, the stability and efficiency of the ball-rolling process are ensured.
The automated preparation of colored pearl glutinous rice balls is realized, production efficiency is improved, the stability and diversity of the glutinous rice balls quality are ensured, labor intensity and noise are reduced, and the working environment is kept clean and tidy.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of glutinous rice balls processing equipment, in particular to a ball-rolling device for preparing colored pearl glutinous rice balls. Background Art
[0002] In the field of glutinous rice ball processing technology, traditional glutinous rice ball preparation equipment is often single-function, focusing primarily on rolling the raw materials into balls and lacking the ability to prepare special varieties such as colored pearl glutinous rice balls. Colored pearl glutinous rice balls are popular with consumers for their rich colors and unique taste, but traditional equipment has many shortcomings in the preparation process.
[0003] Traditional equipment has a low degree of automation in the glutinous rice ball production process, requiring extensive manual intervention. For example, key steps such as adding ingredients, rolling the balls, and collecting the dough require manual operation, which not only increases labor intensity but also reduces production efficiency. Furthermore, variability in manual operation can lead to inconsistent glutinous rice ball quality.
[0004] In view of this, we propose a ball-rolling device for preparing colored pearl glutinous rice balls. Utility Model Content
[0005] In order to make up for the above deficiencies, the utility model provides a rounding device for preparing colored pearl glutinous rice balls.
[0006] The technical solution of the utility model is:
[0007] A ball-rolling device for preparing colored pearl glutinous rice balls, comprising a base, two vertical plates symmetrically fixedly connected to the top of the base, a plurality of ball-rolling components installed between the two vertical plates, the ball-rolling components comprising an integrally formed upper semi-ring and a lower semi-ring, an upper rolling disc and a lower rolling disc respectively provided in the upper semi-ring and the lower semi-ring, semi-circular annular grooves are provided on the circumferential outer wall of the rolling disc and the circumferential inner wall of the semi-ring, a glutinous rice ball rolling channel with a circular cross-section is formed at the intersection of the semi-circular annular groove on the circumferential inner wall of the semi-ring and the semi-circular groove on the circumferential outer wall of the rolling disc, a feeding pipe connected to the glutinous rice ball rolling channel is installed on the circumferential outer wall of the upper semi-ring and the circumferential outer wall of the lower semi-circle, a solenoid valve is installed on the feeding pipe, and a feeding hopper is installed on the top of the feeding pipe.
[0008] As a preferred technical solution, the upper half rings and the lower half rings on the two adjacent rounding assemblies are fixedly connected, and the half rings on the two rounding assemblies located at the ends are fixedly connected to the vertical plates through connecting blocks.
[0009] As a preferred technical solution, the top and bottom of each half ring are respectively provided with a glutinous rice ball inlet and a glutinous rice ball outlet connected to a glutinous rice ball rolling channel, and the glutinous rice ball outlet of the upper half ring is vertically aligned with the glutinous rice ball inlet of the lower half ring.
[0010] As an optimal technical solution, several of the upper rollers are coaxially fixed, several of the lower rollers are coaxially fixed, and a sleeve is coaxially fixedly connected to the outer walls of the four rollers located at the end portions. A movable shaft is rotatably installed on the inner wall of the vertical plate through a bearing, and the sleeve is arranged on the outside of the movable shaft and fixedly connected to the movable shaft.
[0011] As a preferred technical solution, two pulleys are rotatably mounted on the outer wall of one of the vertical plates, and the two pulleys are coaxially fixed to two movable shafts located on the same side thereof.
[0012] As a preferred technical solution, the two pulleys are driven by a belt, a support frame is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the vertical plate, a drive motor is fixedly installed on the support frame, and the output shaft of the drive motor is coaxially fixed with one of the pulleys.
[0013] As a preferred technical solution, a collection box that can be pulled outward is provided above the base, and the top of the collection box is lower than the bottom of the rounding component.
[0014] As a preferred technical solution, one end of the feeding tube connected to the glutinous rice ball rolling channel is close to the glutinous rice ball inlet.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:
[0016] The utility model features feeding tubes connected to the glutinous rice balls' rolling channels, mounted on the outer circumference of both the upper and lower rings. These tubes are equipped with solenoid valves and a feeding hopper. This design allows users to flexibly add fillings or other additives of varying colors during the rolling process, creating a wide variety of colorful pearl glutinous rice balls to meet diverse market demands. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0017] Figure 1 This is one of the overall structural diagrams of the utility model;
[0018] Figure 2 This is the second schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;
[0019] Figure 3 This is one of the structural diagrams of the rounding component in the present invention;
[0020] Figure 4 This is the second structural diagram of the rounding component in the present invention;
[0021] The meaning of each number in the figure is:
[0022] 1. Vertical plate; 2. Base; 3. Collection box; 4. Rounding assembly; 40. Upper half ring; 41. Upper roller; 42. Lower half ring; 43. Lower roller; 44. Feeding pipe; 45. Feeding hopper; 46. Solenoid valve; 47. Casing; 5. Support frame; 6. Drive motor; 7. Pulley; 8. Belt; 9. Connecting block. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0023] 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.
[0024] See also Figures 1-4 , the utility model provides a technical solution:
[0025] A ball-rolling device for preparing colored pearl glutinous rice balls comprises a base 2, two vertical plates 1 being symmetrically fixedly connected to the top of the base 2, a plurality of ball-rolling components 4 being installed between the two vertical plates 1, the ball-rolling component 4 comprising an integrally formed upper semi-ring 40 and a lower semi-ring 42, an upper rolling disc 41 and a lower rolling disc 43 being respectively provided in the upper semi-ring 40 and the lower semi-ring 42, semi-circular annular grooves being provided on the circumferential outer wall of the rolling disc and the circumferential inner wall of the semi-ring, a glutinous rice ball rolling channel with a circular cross-section is formed at the intersection of the semi-circular annular groove on the circumferential inner wall of the semi-ring and the semi-circular groove on the circumferential outer wall of the rolling disc, a feeding pipe 44 connected to the glutinous rice ball rolling channel is installed on the circumferential outer wall of the upper semi-ring 40 and the circumferential outer wall of the lower semi-circle, a solenoid valve 46 is installed on the feeding pipe 44, and a feeding hopper 45 is installed on the top of the feeding pipe 44. The ball-rolling assembly 4 consists of an integrally formed upper half-ring 40 and lower half-ring 42, with an upper roller 41 and a lower roller 43 disposed therein. A semicircular annular groove is provided to form a rolling channel for the glutinous rice balls. This design ensures that the glutinous rice balls are subjected to uniform pressure and friction during rolling, thereby achieving efficient and precise ball-rolling. A feeding pipe 44, connected to the rolling channel for the glutinous rice balls, is installed on the outer circumference of both the upper half-ring 40 and the lower half-ring 42. The pipe is equipped with a solenoid valve 46 and a feeding hopper 45. This design allows users to flexibly add fillings or other additives of different colors during the ball-rolling process, thereby producing a variety of colorful pearl glutinous rice balls to meet diverse market demands.
[0026] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, the upper half ring 40 and the lower half ring 42 of two adjacent rounding assemblies 4 are fixedly connected, and the half rings of the two rounding assemblies 4 at the ends are fixedly connected to the vertical plate 1 via connecting blocks 9. This design significantly enhances the structural stability of the entire device, improves its durability and reliability, and ensures the continuity and stability of the rounding process.
[0027] As a preferred feature of this embodiment, each half ring is provided with a glutinous rice ball inlet and outlet at the top and bottom, respectively, connected by a glutinous rice ball rolling channel. The glutinous rice ball outlet of the upper half ring 40 is vertically aligned with the glutinous rice ball inlet of the lower half ring 42. This design ensures smooth flow of glutinous rice balls during the rolling process, reduces the risk of blockage and jamming, and improves work efficiency.
[0028] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, several upper rollers 41 and several lower rollers 43 are coaxially fixed, and a sleeve 47 is coaxially fixedly connected to the outer wall of each of the four rollers at the end. A movable shaft is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the vertical plate 1 via a bearing, and the sleeve 47 is located outside the movable shaft and fixedly connected to the movable shaft. This design allows the rollers to be rotatably mounted between the two vertical plates 1.
[0029] As a preferred embodiment of this embodiment, two pulleys 7 are rotatably mounted on the outer wall of one of the risers 1. The two pulleys 7 are coaxially fixed to two movable shafts located on the same side. A belt 8 transmits power between the two pulleys 7. A support frame 5 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the riser 1. A drive motor 6 is fixedly mounted on the support frame 5. The output shaft of the drive motor 6 is coaxially fixed to one of the pulleys 7. The combination of the pulleys 7, belt 8, and drive motor 6 achieves stable and efficient transmission of the roller. This transmission method not only improves work efficiency and energy utilization, but also reduces noise and vibration, making the entire device operate more smoothly and reliably.
[0030] As a preferred embodiment of this embodiment, a removable collection box 3 is provided above the base 2, with the top of the collection box 3 lower than the bottom of the rounding assembly 4. This design allows users to easily and quickly collect and process finished products, improving work efficiency and convenience while also maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment.
[0031] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, one end of the feeding pipe 44 connected to the rice dumpling rolling channel is close to the rice dumpling entrance, so that the rice dumplings can be exposed to the colored powder earlier.
[0032] The rounding device for preparing colored pearl glutinous rice balls of the utility model is used:
[0033] First, the entire device is installed in the appropriate working position, ensuring that all components, including the drive motor 6, feeding hopper 45, and solenoid valve 46, are in good working order. Next, depending on production needs, the desired color of filling or other additives is added to the feeding tube 44 through the feeding hopper 45. At this point, the solenoid valve 46 is closed to prevent the filling or additives from flowing into the glutinous rice ball rolling channel without permission.
[0034] Then, the drive motor 6 is activated, and the motor output shaft rotates, driving the coaxially fixed pulley 7. Because the two pulleys 7 are connected by a belt 8, the other pulley 7 also rotates with it. These two pulleys 7 are coaxially fixed to two movable shafts located on the same side, so the movable shafts also rotate with the pulleys 7. Sleeves 47 are fixed to the movable shafts, coaxially connected to the outer walls of the rollers, thereby driving the upper roller 41 and lower roller 43 to rotate within the glutinous rice ball rolling channel.
[0035] As the rolling disc begins to rotate, the glutinous rice balls (glutinous rice balls) are placed through the glutinous rice ball inlet of the upper half ring 40. Driven by the rolling disc, the glutinous rice ball materials roll downward along the glutinous rice ball rolling channel. Semicircular grooves are formed on the outer circumference of the rolling disc and the inner circumference of the half ring. The intersection of these grooves forms a circular glutinous rice ball rolling channel, ensuring uniform pressure and friction during the rolling process. This design facilitates efficient and precise glutinous rice ball rolling.
[0036] During the rolling process, if a different colored filling or other additive is needed, the solenoid valve 46 on the feeding tube 44 connected to the rolling channel can be opened. The filling or additive in the feeding hopper 45 then flows through the feeding tube 44 into the rolling channel, where it comes into contact with the rolling glutinous rice ball material. Because the end of the feeding tube 44 connecting to the rolling channel is close to the glutinous rice ball inlet, the glutinous rice balls are exposed to the colored powder earlier, thus achieving the production of colored pearl glutinous rice balls.
[0037] After a period of rolling and rounding, the glutinous rice balls roll out of the glutinous rice ball outlet on the lower half ring 42 and fall into the collection box 3 located above the base 2. Because the top of the collection box 3 is lower than the bottom of the rounding assembly 4, all rounded glutinous rice balls are ensured to fall smoothly into the collection box 3. The user can pull out the collection box 3 at any time to collect and process the finished products. This design not only improves work efficiency and convenience, but also maintains a clean and hygienic working environment.
[0038] Finally, after a batch of colored pearl rice dumplings is prepared, the drive motor 6 can be turned off to stop the rotation of the roller. At the same time, the solenoid valve 46 on the feeding pipe 44 is closed to prevent the waste of fillings or additives. Then, the entire device is cleaned and maintained as necessary for the next use.
[0039] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions are merely preferred examples of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Various changes and improvements may be made to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present invention. The scope of protection claimed in the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A device for making colored pearl glutinous rice balls, comprising a base (2), characterized in that: Two vertical plates (1) are symmetrically fixedly connected to the top of the base (2), and a plurality of ball rolling components (4) are installed between the two vertical plates (1). The ball rolling components (4) include an upper half ring (40) and a lower half ring (42) formed in one piece. An upper rolling plate (41) and a lower rolling plate (43) are respectively provided in the upper half ring (40) and the lower half ring (42). Semicircular ring grooves are provided on the outer wall of the rolling plate and the inner wall of the half ring. A glutinous rice ball rolling channel with a circular cross section is formed at the intersection of the semicircular ring groove on the inner wall of the half ring and the semicircular groove on the outer wall of the rolling plate. A feeding pipe (44) connected to the glutinous rice ball rolling channel is installed on the outer wall of the upper half ring (40) and the outer wall of the lower half circle. A solenoid valve is installed on the feeding pipe (44). A feeding hopper (45) is installed on the top of the feeding pipe (44).
2. The rounding device for preparing colored pearl rice dumplings according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper half ring (40) and the lower half ring (42) on the two adjacent rounding assemblies (4) are fixedly connected, and the half rings on the two rounding assemblies (4) at the end are fixedly connected to the vertical plate (1) through the connecting block (9).
3. The rounding device for preparing colored pearl rice dumplings according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top and bottom of each half ring are respectively provided with a glutinous rice ball inlet and a glutinous rice ball outlet connected by a glutinous rice ball rolling channel, and the glutinous rice ball outlet of the upper half ring (40) is vertically aligned with the glutinous rice ball inlet of the lower half ring (42).
4. The device for making colored pearl rice dumplings according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plurality of upper rollers (41) are coaxially fixed, a plurality of lower rollers (43) are coaxially fixed, and a sleeve (47) is coaxially fixedly connected to the outer walls of the four rollers at the end portions. A movable shaft is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the vertical plate (1) via a bearing, and the sleeve (47) is arranged outside the movable shaft and is fixedly connected to the movable shaft.
5. The rounding device for preparing colored pearl rice dumplings according to claim 4, characterized in that: Two pulleys (7) are rotatably mounted on the outer wall of one of the vertical plates (1), and the two pulleys (7) are coaxially fixed to two movable shafts located on the same side thereof.
6. The device for making colored pearl rice dumplings according to claim 5, characterized in that: The two pulleys (7) are driven by a belt (8), a support frame (5) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the vertical plate (1), a driving motor (6) is fixedly installed on the support frame (5), and the output shaft of the driving motor (6) is coaxially fixed with one of the pulleys (7).
7. The device for making colored pearl rice dumplings according to claim 6, characterized in that: A collection box (3) that can be pulled outward is provided above the base (2), and the top of the collection box (3) is lower than the bottom of the ball-rolling component (4).
8. The device for making colored pearl rice dumplings according to claim 7, characterized in that: One end of the feeding pipe (44) connected to the glutinous rice ball rolling channel is close to the glutinous rice ball inlet.