Foldable steamer plate

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of food steamers, in particular to a foldable food steamer plate which comprises a body, the body is of a revolving body structure, a plurality of folding parts are arranged on the periphery of the body, the folding parts are evenly arranged at intervals, each folding part comprises a first folding block and a second folding block, one side of the first folding block is connected with one side of the second folding block, and the end face of the first folding block and the end face of the second folding block are provided with a first connecting structure and a second connecting structure respectively, the end face of the first folding block and the end face of the second folding block are attached to each other through the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure so that the body can be folded into a disc shape. The size of the food steamer plate can be adjusted through folding of the folding part, and adaptability is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of steamer technology, and more specifically, to a foldable steamer tray. Background Art

[0002] Steamer trays are widely used in kitchens for steaming and boiling food, especially in Chinese cooking.

[0003] However, existing steamer trays have several technical and functional limitations, making it difficult to fully meet modern users' needs for convenience, multifunctionality, and safety. Traditional steamer trays often suffer from the following shortcomings in practical use: 1. Large space occupation: Traditional steamer trays have a fixed structure, making them difficult to store after use, especially inconvenient for users with small kitchens; 2. Inconvenient to lift: Some steamer trays lack handles, requiring the use of clamps, posing a risk of burns; 3. Insufficient stability: The steamer tray is prone to sliding in the cookware, especially when steaming heavy foods, posing a safety hazard; 4. Insufficient durability: The single material of the steamer tray makes it prone to deformation or aging due to high temperatures or prolonged use; 5. Inability to adjust size: The fixed structure of the steamer tray prevents size adjustment to fit different diameter cookware.

[0004] To address the inconvenience and instability of traditional steamer trays, Chinese patent CN201920979566.1 discloses a steamer assembly, including a steamer with a bottom wall and side walls extending upwards from the edge of the bottom wall. The bottom wall has a series of ventilation holes for steam to pass through. The steamer assembly also includes a liquid-holding tray placed on the bottom plate of the steamer. The liquid-holding tray has a water-resistant structure to prevent the food to be steamed from being soaked in liquid. A handle is located at the center of the upper surface of the liquid-holding tray, ensuring that the center of gravity of the tray aligns with the direction of the user's force when placing or removing it, thus maintaining the tray's balance and preventing tipping and spillage of food. Furthermore, this steamer assembly has multiple through holes on the bottom plate of the steamer, and the liquid-holding tray has a water-resistant structure to prevent the food on the tray from being soaked in liquid from the cooking appliance. However, this steamer assembly has a fixed structure, cannot be adjusted in size, and cannot be adapted to steamers of different diameters. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing steamers that cannot be adjusted in size, and to propose a foldable steamer tray that can be folded to fit a steamer with a smaller diameter. It is highly adaptable, has a simple structure, and is easy to fold.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this technical solution provides a foldable steamer tray, comprising a body, which is a rotating structure. The outer periphery of the body has multiple folded portions, which are evenly spaced. Each folded portion includes a first folding block and a second folding block. The first folding block and the second folding block are connected on one side. The end faces of the first folding block and the second folding block are respectively provided with a first connecting structure and a second connecting structure that can engage with each other. The end faces of the first folding block and the second folding block are respectively attached to each other through the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure to fold the body into a tray shape.

[0007] In this technical solution, the rotating structure can be adapted to conventional steamers and maintains its center of gravity position after folding. In this technical solution, the main body is polygonal or circular. In the unfolded state, the foldable steamer tray has a sheet-like structure, occupies little space, and is easy to store. At the same time, in this state, the foldable steamer tray has a large holding area, which can be adapted to large-diameter steamers. When folding, the first folding block and the second folding block in each folding part are respectively snapped together by their first connecting structure and second connecting structure. The end faces of the first folding block and the second folding block are folded along their connection point, so that the outer perimeter of the main body is folded upward to form a semi-enclosed structure. At this time, the foldable steamer tray completes the transformation from the unfolded state to the folded state. The holding area of ​​the foldable steamer tray is reduced, which can be adapted to small-diameter steamers.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment, the body includes a side wall and a central disc. The side wall surrounds the outer periphery of the central disc, and the folding portion is provided on the side wall. In the unfolded state, the side wall and the central disc are on the same plane. In the folded state, each folding portion folds so that the side wall folds upward to form a semi-enclosed structure.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment, in order to support the sidewall and prevent the sidewall from deforming after folding, the sidewall is provided with multiple reinforcing ribs, and each of the reinforcing ribs and each of the folded parts are arranged at intervals in sequence.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment, the sidewalls are made of silicone, and the central disc is made of nylon. The silicone material is flexible and heat-resistant, making it easy to fold the sidewalls. The nylon material has a smooth and non-stick surface, which can effectively prevent food from sticking and is easy to clean. During the folding process, the central disc maintains its shape and provides support, ensuring stability.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment, to facilitate the connection and separation of the first folding block and the second folding block, the first connecting structure is a buckle, and the second connecting structure is a socket adapted to the buckle.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment, in order to allow steam to pass through the body to heat the food on the body, the end face of the body is provided with evenly distributed air holes, and when in the folded state, it can also be used as a food serving plate or soup filter pad, thus having multiple functions.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment, in order to increase the height of the central plate and prevent the liquid in the steamer from soaking the food on the central plate, the bottom of the central plate is detachably connected to multiple support frames.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment, in order to install the support frame, the bottom of the central plate is provided with multiple slots, and each support frame is rotatably installed in each slot. Each slot is provided with a limiting part for limiting the rotation angle of the support frame. The multiple support frames rotate and abut against the limiting part to complete the unfolding. The central plate is raised by the multiple support frames, which has high support reliability. After the support frames are folded and stored, the space occupied can be reduced and the storage is convenient.

[0015] As a preferred solution, to ensure that it does not easily slip when placed in the steamer and to reduce wear and tear on the bottom of the steamer, the support frame is covered with a protective sleeve.

[0016] As a preferred solution, in order to facilitate users to lift the steamer tray directly by hand and avoid burns, handles are provided on both sides of the side wall, and the handles are connected to the reinforcing ribs.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0018] 1. The foldable steamer tray of this utility model is folded by the first folding block and the second folding block of each folding part, so that the outer periphery of the body is folded upward to form a semi-enclosed structure, thereby realizing the foldable steamer tray, which can reduce the holding area to adapt to steamers of different diameters and has strong adaptability.

[0019] 2. The first folding block and the second folding block are connected by a quick-release method using buckles and holes, which ensures the reliability of the connection and facilitates the transformation of the foldable steamer tray between the folded and unfolded states.

[0020] 3. By setting a foldable support frame at the bottom of the central plate, the height of the central plate can be increased when unfolded to prevent the liquid in the steamer from soaking the food on the central plate, and the space occupied can be reduced when folded, making it easy to store.

[0021] 4. The addition of handles on the side makes it easier for users to lift the steamer tray, preventing burns.

[0022] 5. The foldable steamer tray of this utility model can be used as a food serving tray or soup filter pad after being folded, and has multiple functions. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded foldable steamer tray of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the support frame installation;

[0025] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A diagram from another perspective;

[0026] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 An explosion diagram;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the foldable steamer tray of this utility model in its folded state.

[0028] In the figure: central disc 1; slot 11; limiting part 112; disc air hole 12; side wall 2; folding part 21; first folding block 211; first connecting structure 2111; second folding block 212; second connecting structure 2121; reinforcing rib 22; side wall air hole 23; mounting groove 24; support frame 3; protective sleeve 31; handle 4. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent. To better illustrate this embodiment, some components in the drawings may be omitted, enlarged, or reduced, and do not represent the actual dimensions of the product. It is understandable to those skilled in the art that some well-known structures and their descriptions may be omitted in the drawings. The positional relationships described in the drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent.

[0030] In the accompanying drawings of this utility model, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "long," and "short" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below through specific embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0032] Example 1:

[0033] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, this embodiment provides a foldable steamer tray, including a body, which is a rotating structure. The outer periphery of the body has multiple folding portions 21, which are evenly spaced. Each folding portion 21 includes a first folding block 211 and a second folding block 212. One side of the first folding block 211 and the second folding block 212 are connected. The end faces of the first folding block 211 and the second folding block 212 are respectively provided with a first connecting structure 2111 and a second connecting structure 2121 that can be interlocked with each other. The end faces of the first folding block 211 and the second folding block 212 are respectively attached to each other through the first connecting structure 2111 and the second connecting structure 2121 so that the body is folded into a tray shape.

[0034] In this embodiment, the first folding block 211 and the second folding block 212 are softly connected, and the first folding block 211 and the second folding block are also softly connected to other peripheral areas. The body has two states: an unfolded state and a folded state. In the unfolded state, as shown... Figure 1 As shown, the main body has a circular, sheet-like structure, which can accommodate larger steamers, resulting in high space utilization. Furthermore, in this folded state, its space occupancy is low, making it easy to store. In its folded state, as... Figure 5 As shown, the outer periphery of the main body folds upward, and the first folding block 211 and the second folding block 212 are fixed by the first connecting structure 2111 and the second connecting structure 2121 after folding, forming a disc-shaped structure. The holding area is reduced, which can be adapted to smaller steamers and has high adaptability.

[0035] Specifically, such as Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the main body includes a side wall 2 and a central disc 1. The side wall 2 surrounds the outer periphery of the central disc 1, and the folding part 21 is provided on the side wall 2.

[0036] In this embodiment, as Figure 4 As shown, the central disc 1 has a hexagonal structure, and the middle part of the side wall 2 has an opening that fits the central disc 1. The edge of the opening is provided with a mounting groove 24, and the edge of the central disc 1 is connected in the mounting groove 24. In the folded state, the side wall 2 folds upward along the edge of the central disc 1.

[0037] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , 2 As shown, the side wall 2 is provided with six reinforcing ribs 22, and each of the reinforcing ribs 22 and each of the folded parts 21 are arranged at intervals in sequence.

[0038] In this embodiment, the side wall 2 is divided into six parts by six reinforcing ribs 22. The folded part 21 is provided between two adjacent reinforcing ribs 22. The reinforcing ribs 22 are used to strengthen the structural strength of the side wall 2. In the folded state, each reinforcing rib 22 can prevent the part it surrounds from deforming. The side wall 2 is folded along the reinforcing ribs 22.

[0039] Specifically, the side wall 2 is made of silicone, and the central disc 1 is made of nylon.

[0040] In this embodiment, the silicone of the side wall 2 is food-grade silicone, which is flexible and easy to fold, and can withstand high temperature of 230°C. Food-grade silicone is an inorganic polymer colloidal material formed by the condensation of silicic acid. Its main component is SiO2·nH2O, with a content of more than 98%. It is non-toxic, odorless, and chemically stable. Under normal conditions, it does not react with any acid, alkali, or salt except for caustic alkali and hydrofluoric acid. Because it is a colloidal structure, it has many micropores and a large specific surface area. After refining and sterilization, it has no toxic side effects on the human body. The central disc 1 is made of high-strength nylon material. The nylon molecular chain contains a large number of amide and imine groups. The covalent bonds and hydrogen bonds between these groups make the nylon molecular chain very stable and compact, exhibiting extremely high strength and toughness. In addition, nylon also has good elasticity and plasticity, and can bend and deform to a certain extent under the action of external force without cracking or breaking. Its surface is smooth and non-stick, which can effectively prevent food from sticking and is easy to clean. The central disc 1 and the side wall 2 are connected by a nesting process to ensure firmness.

[0041] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , 4 As shown, the first connecting structure 2111 is a buckle, and the second connecting structure 2121 is a socket adapted to the buckle.

[0042] In this embodiment, the snap-fit ​​connection method is simple, convenient, and highly reliable.

[0043] Specifically, the end face of the body is provided with evenly distributed air holes.

[0044] In this embodiment, a plurality of disc vents 12 are evenly distributed on the central disc 1, and a plurality of side wall vents 23 are evenly distributed on the side wall 2. The diameter of both the disc vents 12 and the side wall vents 23 is 4 mm, which facilitates steam flow.

[0045] Example 2:

[0046] This embodiment is similar to Embodiment 1, except that in this embodiment, the bottom of the central disk 1 is detachably connected to multiple support frames 3.

[0047] In this embodiment, the support frame 3 is made of stainless steel, which has excellent corrosion resistance and strength, and provides stable support. There are three support frames 3, which are evenly distributed at the bottom of the central plate 1.

[0048] Specifically, such as Figure 2As shown, the bottom of the central disc 1 is provided with a plurality of slots 11, and each of the support frames 3 is rotatably installed in each of the slots 11. Each of the slots 11 is provided with a limiting part 112 for limiting the rotation angle of the support frame 3.

[0049] In this embodiment, the support frame 3 has a U-shaped structure with both ends extending to the sides. The extended portions of the support frame 3 on both sides extend into the slot 11. When in use, the support frame 3 flips down and rests against the limiting part 112. The support frame 3 can raise the central plate 1 and the side wall 2 to prevent the liquid in the steamer from soaking the food.

[0050] Specifically, such as Figure 4 , 5 As shown, the support frame 3 is covered with a protective sleeve 31.

[0051] In this embodiment, the protective sleeve 31 forms a non-slip outer layer, ensuring that the present invention is not easy to slide when placed in the steamer, while reducing wear and tear on the bottom of the pot.

[0052] Example 3:

[0053] This embodiment is similar to Embodiment 1, except that, in this embodiment, as Figure 1 , 5 As shown, handles 4 are provided on both sides of the side wall 2, and the handles 4 are connected to the reinforcing ribs 22.

[0054] In this embodiment, the handle 4 is integrally formed with the side wall 2, and the handle 4 and the reinforcing rib 22 can strengthen the strength of their connection. The handle 4 makes it easy for users to directly lift the steamer tray of this utility model by hand, avoiding burns.

[0055] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

[0056] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating this utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A foldable steamer tray, characterized in that, The system includes a main body, which is a rotating structure. The main body has multiple folded portions (21) around its periphery. Each folded portion (21) is evenly spaced and includes a first folding block (211) and a second folding block (212). The first folding block (211) and the second folding block (212) are connected on one side. The end faces of the first folding block (211) and the second folding block (212) are respectively provided with a first connecting structure (2111) and a second connecting structure (2121) that can be interlocked. The end faces of the first folding block (211) and the second folding block (212) are respectively attached to each other through the first connecting structure (2111) and the second connecting structure (2121) so that the main body is folded into a disc shape.

2. The foldable steamer tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body includes a side wall (2) and a central disc (1). The side wall (2) surrounds the outer periphery of the central disc (1), and the folding part (21) is provided on the side wall (2).

3. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 2, characterized in that, The side wall (2) is provided with a plurality of reinforcing ribs (22), and each of the reinforcing ribs (22) and each of the folded portions (21) are arranged at intervals in sequence.

4. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sidewall (2) is made of silicone, and the central disc (1) is made of nylon.

5. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connecting structure (2111) is a buckle, and the second connecting structure (2121) is a socket adapted to the buckle.

6. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end face of the body is provided with evenly distributed air holes.

7. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom of the central disc (1) is detachably connected to multiple support frames (3).

8. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 7, characterized in that, The bottom of the central disc (1) is provided with multiple slots (11), and each support frame (3) is rotatably installed in each slot (11). Each slot (11) is provided with a limiting part (112) for limiting the rotation angle of the support frame (3).

9. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 7, characterized in that, The support frame (3) is covered with a protective sleeve (31).

10. A foldable steamer tray according to claim 3, characterized in that, Handles (4) are provided on both sides of the side wall (2), and the handles (4) are connected to the reinforcing ribs (22).

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