Fruit cleaning and drying mechanism
By using a combination of a cotton brush on the outer wall of the drum and water spray from a nozzle in the fruit washing equipment, the problem of incomplete cleaning by traditional washing equipment is solved, comprehensive cleaning and uniform drying of the fruit surface are achieved, and the efficiency and safety of fruit processing are improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423087169.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-13
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-28
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-13
AI Technical Summary
Traditional fruit cleaning equipment is difficult to clean the surface of the fruit comprehensively and effectively, especially the hidden parts such as the area near the fruit stems, which leads to the residual of harmful substances such as dirt and residual pesticides, affecting the quality and safety of the fruit.
It adopts a multi-drum design, and each drum is equipped with a cotton brush on the outer wall. The synergistic effect of the water spray from the nozzle and the cotton brush can achieve all-round cleaning, and the hot fan is used for uniform drying to ensure the cleanliness of the fruit surface and the uniformity of drying.
It achieves comprehensive cleaning and uniform drying of the fruit surface, improves cleaning efficiency and fruit quality, and avoids quality problems caused by fruit damage and uneven drying.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fruit washing technology, and in particular to a fruit washing and drying mechanism. Background Technology
[0002] In the fruit processing and sales industry, fruit cleaning is a crucial preliminary step. With increasing demands for fruit quality and hygiene, and the growing trend towards large-scale and modern fruit production, traditional fruit cleaning methods are no longer sufficient to meet the growing production needs. Efficient, comprehensive, and adaptable specialized equipment for cleaning different types of fruit has become an urgent necessity for the industry. Whether it's centralized processing at fruit orchards after harvesting or pre-processing raw materials in fruit processing plants before producing various fruit products, there is a need for an integrated fruit cleaning and drying system that is highly automated, provides excellent cleaning results, and seamlessly integrates with subsequent processes such as drying. This will improve the overall efficiency of fruit processing, reduce labor costs, and ensure the quality and safety of fruit products.
[0003] Traditional fruit washing equipment commonly includes simple immersion washing tanks and agitator washing machines. Immersion washing tanks simply place the fruit in a tank filled with water, relying on the fruit's own rolling and the natural rinsing of the water to remove surface dirt;
[0004] However, traditional fruit washing equipment often uses relatively crude soaking or vigorous agitation methods, making it difficult to thoroughly and effectively clean the surface of the fruit. Hidden areas such as crevices and near the stem are often not cleaned properly, leading to the accumulation of dirt and pesticide residues, which affects the safety and quality of the fruit for consumption. Furthermore, uneven washing pressure can easily damage the fruit's skin. Therefore, a fruit washing and drying mechanism is proposed to address these problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a fruit washing and drying mechanism, which aims to improve the existing technology that makes it difficult to thoroughly and effectively clean the surface of fruit, and often fails to clean hidden areas such as near the fruit stem, resulting in the residue of dirt and harmful substances such as pesticide residues.
[0006] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:
[0007] A fruit washing and drying mechanism includes a support frame, a motor is fixedly connected to one side of the support frame, a plurality of rollers are rotatably connected inside the support frame, one of the rollers is connected to the output end of the motor, and a washing assembly is provided on the top of the support frame.
[0008] The cleaning assembly includes a connecting frame, the bottom end of which is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame. A fixing ring is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting frame. A connecting pipe is provided inside the fixing ring. A water supply pipe is fixedly connected inside the connecting pipe. Multiple nozzles are provided inside the water supply pipe. Cotton brushes are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple rollers. A drive wheel is fixedly connected to one end of multiple rollers. The multiple drive wheels mesh with each other. A drying assembly is provided on the top of the support frame.
[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0010] The drying assembly includes a fixed frame, the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, and a second motor is fixedly connected inside the support frame. A crank is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor.
[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0012] A limiting rod is rotatably connected to one side of the crank, and a connecting frame is provided on the outer wall of the limiting rod;
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0014] A limiting groove is provided inside the connecting frame, and the limiting rod is slidably connected inside the limiting groove;
[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0016] A slider is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting frame, and a groove is provided inside the fixing frame, with the slider slidably connected inside the groove.
[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0018] A support ring is fixedly connected to one side of the slider, and an arc-shaped gear is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support ring;
[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0020] A rack is slidably connected to the bottom of the fixing frame, and the rack meshes with the arc-shaped gear;
[0021] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0022] A hot air fan is provided at the bottom of the rack.
[0023] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0024] 1. In this utility model, water is introduced through a connecting pipe and sprayed onto the fruit through a nozzle via a water supply pipe. The cotton brush on the outer wall of the roller works in conjunction with the water supply pipe to achieve a comprehensive cleaning effect on the fruit. This solves the problem that it is difficult to clean the surface of the fruit thoroughly and effectively, and that hidden areas such as near the fruit stem are often not cleaned properly, resulting in the residue of dirt and harmful substances such as pesticide residues. This improves the cleaning efficiency.
[0025] 2. In this utility model, the crank driven by the second motor rotates, causing the limiting rod to slide in the limiting groove, which in turn drives the connecting frame and rack and other components to move horizontally above the fruit. At the same time, the hot fan blows out hot air, achieving a uniform drying effect on the fruit. This solves the problem that traditional drying equipment often uses fixed-position heating, which leads to uneven heating of the fruit, localized excessively fast drying, cracking, deformation, and affects the quality and appearance of the fruit. This improves the uniformity and efficiency of fruit drying. Attached Figure Description
[0026] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a fruit washing and drying mechanism proposed in this utility model;
[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the nozzle structure of a fruit washing and drying mechanism proposed in this utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cotton brush structure of a fruit washing and drying mechanism proposed in this utility model;
[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the hot air fan structure of a fruit washing and drying mechanism proposed in this utility model.
[0030] Legend:
[0031] 1. Support frame; 2. Motor 1; 3. Roller; 4. Connecting frame; 5. Fixing ring; 6. Connecting pipe; 7. Water supply pipe; 8. Nozzle; 9. Cotton brush; 10. Transmission wheel; 11. Fixing frame; 12. Motor 2; 13. Crank; 14. Limiting rod; 15. Connecting frame; 16. Limiting groove; 17. Slide groove; 18. Slider; 19. Arc gear; 20. Rack; 21. Hot air fan; 22. Support ring. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0033] Reference Figure 1-Figure 3 The present invention provides an embodiment of a fruit washing and drying mechanism, comprising a support frame 1, a motor 2 fixedly connected to one side of the support frame 1, a plurality of rollers 3 rotatably connected inside the support frame 1, one of the rollers 3 being connected to the output end of the motor 2, and a washing assembly provided on the top of the support frame 1.
[0034] The cleaning assembly includes a connecting frame 4, the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame 1. A fixing ring 5 is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting frame 4. A connecting pipe 6 is installed inside the fixing ring 5. A water supply pipe 7 is fixedly connected inside the connecting pipe 6. Multiple nozzles 8 are installed inside the water supply pipe 7 to ensure that the water flow can fully cover the surface of the fruit during cleaning, removing attached dirt, mud, and pesticide residues. Cotton brushes 9 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple rollers 3 to remove impurities attached to the surface of the fruit. The cotton brushes 9 are made of soft and wear-resistant fibers, which can effectively remove fine dirt and grime from the surface of the fruit. A drive wheel 10 is fixedly connected to one end of multiple rollers 3. The multiple drive wheels 10 mesh with each other, and the rollers 3 are connected to each other through the drive wheels 10 to ensure the smooth operation of the entire cleaning and conveying process. A drying assembly is installed on the top of the support frame 1.
[0035] Specifically, when using this fruit washing and drying machine, the fruit is first placed on multiple rollers 3 inside the support frame 1. Next, the output of motor 2 drives one of the rollers 3 to rotate. The roller 3 is connected to the other rollers 3 through the transmission wheel 10, ensuring that the rotation speed of each roller 3 is consistent, thereby achieving uniform fruit conveying. The rotation of multiple rollers 3, through their shape and rotation method, forms a gentle pushing force, avoiding collisions and damage between fruits. During the fruit conveying process, a water pipe is connected to the external water pipe 6, and a water pump delivers water to the inside of the water supply pipe 7. The unit is equipped with multiple nozzles 8, which can spray water evenly on the surface of the fruit to ensure cleaning effect. Under the action of water flow, impurities, dirt and pesticide residues attached to the surface of the fruit can be thoroughly removed. In order to further improve the cleaning effect, cotton brushes 9 are set on the outer wall of multiple rollers 3. These cotton brushes 9 are made of soft and wear-resistant fibers, which can effectively remove the attachments on the surface of the fruit. The rotation of the cotton brushes 9 is synchronized with the rotation of the rollers 3, so that the fruit is brushed clean during the tumbling process. It can not only clean the surface of the fruit, but also protect the fruit from damage to a certain extent.
[0036] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 4The drying assembly includes a fixed frame 11, the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the top of a support frame 1. A second motor 12 is fixedly connected inside the support frame 1. A crank 13 is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor 12. A limit rod 14 is rotatably connected to one side of the crank 13. A connecting frame 15 is provided on the outer wall of the limit rod 14. A limit groove 16 is formed inside the connecting frame 15. The limit rod 14 is slidably connected inside the limit groove 16. The sliding connection of the limit rod 14 and the cooperation of the limit groove 16 allow the entire drying device to reciprocate within a certain range. The connecting frame 15 has a slider 18 fixedly connected to one side. A groove 17 is provided inside the fixing frame 11, and the slider 18 is slidably connected inside the groove 17. A support ring 22 is fixedly connected to one side of the slider 18, and an arc-shaped gear 19 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support ring 22. A rack 20 is slidably connected to the bottom of the fixing frame 11, and the rack 20 meshes with the arc-shaped gear 19. A hot air fan 21 is installed at the bottom of the rack 20. The hot air generated by the hot air fan 21, through the action of the rack 20 and the arc-shaped gear 19, forms a strong airflow around the fruit. The hot air not only accelerates the evaporation of moisture from the fruit surface but also improves the overall drying efficiency, ensuring the drying effect of the fruit.
[0037] Specifically, after washing, the fruit is automatically conveyed to the area below the hot air fan 21. Driven by a high-efficiency motor, the hot air fan 21 rapidly heats the air and evenly blows it onto the fruit surface through the air duct, completing the drying process and allowing the surface moisture to evaporate quickly. Furthermore, the output of the motor 12 drives the crank 13 to rotate. Under pressure, the crank 13 causes a limiting rod 14 to slide within a limiting groove 16. The sliding of the limiting rod 14 controls the force on the connecting frame 15. The connecting frame 15 is connected to the sliding groove 17 on the fixing frame 11 via a slider 18. The movement of the slider 18 allows the support ring 22 to adjust its position above the fruit. The support ring 22 has an arc-shaped gear 19 on its outer wall, which meshes with a rack 20. The movement of the rack 20 allows the bottom hot air fan 21 to move left and right above the fruit, ensuring that the hot air fan 21 blows evenly onto the fruit surface during the drying process, guaranteeing that each fruit receives hot air uniformly, thus achieving efficient drying.
[0038] Working Principle: When using this fruit washing and drying machine, the fruit is first placed on multiple rollers 3 inside the support frame 1. Then, the output end of motor 2 drives one of the rollers 3 to rotate, causing one roller 3 to drive the other rollers 3 to rotate synchronously through the transmission wheel 10, thus conveying the fruit. During this process, water is connected to an external water pipe through the connecting pipe 6, allowing water to enter the water supply pipe 7. The water is then sprayed onto the fruit through multiple nozzles 8 inside the water supply pipe 7. At the same time, the cotton brushes 9 on the outer walls of the multiple rollers 3 clean the fruit, achieving an effective and comprehensive cleaning of the fruit surface. After washing, the fruit is conveyed to a hot... Below the fan 21, the hot air fan 21 is activated to dry the fruit. At the same time, the output end of the motor 2 12 drives the crank 13 to rotate. The crank 13 is forced to move the limiting rod 14 on one side inside the limiting groove 16, so that the connecting frame 15 is forced to move the slider 18 on one side inside the sliding groove 17 inside the fixing frame 11. The slider 18 is forced to move the support ring 22 on one side, and the support ring 22 is forced to move the arc gear 19 on the outer wall. The arc gear 19 is forced to push the rack 20 that meshes with it to move, so that the rack 20 drives the hot air fan 21 at the bottom to move left and right above the fruit, thereby achieving the effect of drying the fruit evenly.
[0039] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A fruit washing and drying mechanism, comprising a support frame (1), characterized in that: A motor (2) is fixedly connected to one side of the support frame (1), and multiple rollers (3) are rotatably connected inside the support frame (1). One of the rollers (3) is connected to the output end of the motor (2), and a cleaning assembly is provided on the top of the support frame (1). The cleaning assembly includes a connecting frame (4), the bottom end of which is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame (1). A fixing ring (5) is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting frame (4). A connecting pipe (6) is provided inside the fixing ring (5). A water supply pipe (7) is fixedly connected inside the connecting pipe (6). Multiple nozzles (8) are provided inside the water supply pipe (7). Cotton brushes (9) are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple rollers (3). A drive wheel (10) is fixedly connected to one end of multiple rollers (3). The multiple drive wheels (10) mesh with each other. A drying assembly is provided on the top of the support frame (1).
2. The fruit washing and drying mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drying assembly includes a fixed frame (11), the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame (1), and a second motor (12) is fixedly connected inside the support frame (1). A crank (13) is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor (12).
3. The fruit washing and drying mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The crank (13) is rotatably connected to a limiting rod (14) on one side, and a connecting frame (15) is provided on the outer wall of the limiting rod (14).
4. The fruit washing and drying mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting frame (15) has a limiting groove (16) inside, and the limiting rod (14) is slidably connected inside the limiting groove (16).
5. A fruit washing and drying mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: A slider (18) is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting frame (15), and a groove (17) is provided inside the fixing frame (11), and the slider (18) is slidably connected inside the groove (17).
6. A fruit washing and drying mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: A support ring (22) is fixedly connected to one side of the slider (18), and an arc gear (19) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support ring (22).
7. A fruit washing and drying mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The bottom of the fixed frame (11) is slidably connected to a rack (20), which meshes with the arc gear (19).
8. A fruit washing and drying mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: A hot air fan (21) is provided at the bottom of the rack (20).