Weighing device for hermetia illucens conservation process

By combining a screw feeder with a weighing sensor, the automatic addition and real-time monitoring of black soldier fly larvae feed were achieved, solving the error problem caused by manual weighing and improving production efficiency and output.

CN223528747UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11ZHEJIANG LINGKUN BIOTECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423152571.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-19
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-19

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Technical Problem

In existing technologies, the addition of feed for black soldier fly larvae relies on manual weighing, which is labor-intensive and prone to errors, thus affecting yield.

Method used

A screw feeder is used to automate feed addition, and a weighing sensor is used to monitor weight changes in real time. The structural stability of the weighing platform is enhanced by a guide support rod to ensure that the feed is added to the set weight.

Benefits of technology

It reduces the intensity of manual labor, improves work efficiency, ensures the accuracy and yield of feed addition, and reduces resistance and friction during the pushing of black soldier fly larvae rearing boxes.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a hermetia illucens nursing technology weighing device, which comprises a weighing platform and a screw feeder, the weighing platform is arranged on an installation bottom plate, the bottom of the weighing platform is provided with a weighing sensing assembly, the screw feeder is arranged on one side of the weighing platform, a discharge port of an auger pipe of the screw feeder is arranged above the weighing platform, and the weighing sensing assembly is arranged on the other side of the weighing platform. The weighing platform is provided with guide supporting round rods which are uniformly distributed along the width direction of the weighing platform. The screw feeder is adopted to achieve the automatic feed adding process, the labor intensity of workers is reduced, the working efficiency is improved, the weight change on the weighing table can be monitored in real time in cooperation with the weighing sensing assembly, it is guaranteed that the feed in the hermetia illucens incubator is added to the set weight, the yield is guaranteed, and the labor intensity is lowered. The overall structural stability and bearing capacity of the weighing table can be enhanced through the design of the guide supporting round rods, the black soldier fly incubator can be better pushed to the weighing table through the design of the round rods, and resistance and friction force in the pushing process of the black soldier fly incubator are reduced.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of black soldier fly farming technology, specifically relating to a weighing device for black soldier fly conservation processes. Background Technology

[0002] Black soldier fly larvae feed on organic waste, such as kitchen waste and livestock manure, converting it into frass and highly nutritious larvae. The frass is a natural organic fertilizer, and the larvae themselves are high in protein and energy. They can be used directly as feed in animal husbandry, reducing costs, and can also be used to extract antimicrobial peptides, chitin, and other biochemical raw materials, offering significant added value. During the rearing of black soldier fly larvae, a specific weight of feed needs to be added based on the number of eggs. Currently, feed addition is generally done manually. This repetitive, manual weighing process is labor-intensive and prone to errors, resulting in feed weights that do not meet production requirements and impacting yield. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a technical solution for a weighing device in the black soldier fly conservation process, addressing the shortcomings of existing technologies. The device features a clever and reasonable structural design with strong practicality. It utilizes a screw feeder to automate the feed addition process, reducing manual labor intensity and improving work efficiency. Furthermore, the weighing sensor component can monitor weight changes on the weighing platform in real time, ensuring that the feed in the black soldier fly brooder is added to the set weight, guaranteeing production output. The guide support rod design enhances the overall structural stability and load-bearing capacity of the weighing platform, and the rod design also facilitates the pushing of the black soldier fly brooder onto the weighing platform, reducing resistance and friction during the pushing process.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A weighing device for black soldier fly larvae conservation includes a weighing platform and a screw feeder. The weighing platform is mounted on a base plate, and a weighing sensor is installed at the bottom of the platform. The screw feeder is located on one side of the platform, with its auger outlet positioned above it. Guide support rods are evenly distributed along the width of the platform. The screw feeder automates the feed addition process, reducing manual labor intensity and improving work efficiency. Combined with the weighing sensor, it allows for real-time monitoring of weight changes on the platform, ensuring that the feed in the black soldier fly larvae rearing boxes is added to the set weight. The design of the guide support rods enhances the overall structural stability and load-bearing capacity of the weighing platform. Furthermore, the rod design facilitates the pushing of the black soldier fly larvae rearing boxes onto the platform, reducing resistance and friction during the pushing process.

[0006] Furthermore, side guards are installed on both sides of the weighing platform, and the side guards are fixed to the weighing platform with screws. The design of the side guards on both sides can improve the overall structural stability and limit the movement of the black soldier fly brooder on both sides, so that the black soldier fly brooder can only be pushed and moved along the length of the weighing platform. This improves the stability of the movement of the black soldier fly brooder on the weighing platform and enhances the overall operational safety. The screw fixing can ensure the firmness and reliability of the connection between the side guards and the weighing platform, and the installation and disassembly are convenient, facilitating subsequent maintenance and replacement.

[0007] Furthermore, a through-beam photoelectric sensor is installed on the weighing platform. The through-beam photoelectric sensor includes a transmitter and a receiver, which are respectively located on both sides of the weighing platform. The transmitter and receiver are installed on the side guard plates on both sides of the weighing platform. The through-beam photoelectric sensor can detect whether a black soldier fly brooder box has been pushed into place on the weighing platform. If a black soldier fly brooder box is in place on the weighing platform, the screw feeder is started to add food to the black soldier fly brooder box.

[0008] Furthermore, the bottom surface of the guide support rod is provided with a flat surface. The guide support rod is supported and attached to the weighing platform through the flat surface. The structural design is ingenious and reasonable. The flat surface design can increase the contact area between the guide support rod and the weighing platform, improve the support stability of the guide support rod on the weighing platform, and make it more convenient for the installation and positioning of the guide support rod on the weighing platform. At the same time, the flat surface can also facilitate the processing of threaded holes.

[0009] Furthermore, threaded holes are provided on the flat surface, and connecting holes are provided on the weighing platform. The connecting holes and threaded holes are matched one-to-one. The end of the screw passes through the connecting hole and is screwed into the corresponding threaded hole to realize the connection and fixation between the guide support rod and the weighing platform. The connection and fixation between the guide support rod and the weighing platform are effectively guaranteed by the screw, ensuring the connection is firm and reliable. The installation and disassembly are convenient and simple, which facilitates actual operation and improves the efficiency of disassembly and assembly.

[0010] Furthermore, the weighing sensor assembly includes a weighing sensor, a top support plate, and a bottom support plate. The weighing sensor is located between the top and bottom support plates and is fixed to both the top and bottom support plates with screws. The top support plate is fixed to the weighing platform with screws, and the bottom support plate is fixed to the mounting base plate with screws. The structure is reasonably designed. The weighing sensor is fixed to the two support plates with screws, ensuring the overall structural strength of the assembled weighing sensor assembly and forming a stable support structure. The top support plate is also fixed to the weighing platform, and the bottom support plate is fixed to the mounting base plate with screws, ensuring the secure installation of the weighing sensor assembly with the weighing platform and the mounting base plate. This allows for stable installation of the weighing platform on the mounting base plate, facilitating easy installation and disassembly, and making subsequent maintenance and replacement convenient.

[0011] Furthermore, a top limiting groove is provided on the bottom surface of the top support plate, and a bottom limiting groove is provided on the top surface of the bottom support plate. The top limiting groove of the load cell is engaged in the top limiting groove, and the bottom limiting groove of the load cell is engaged in the bottom limiting groove. The design of the top and bottom limiting grooves can achieve precise engagement and positioning between the load cell and the top and bottom support plates. After the load cell is engaged, it is fixed to the top and bottom support plates with screws, ensuring the overall assembly reliability and stability. It also helps to ensure the weighing accuracy of the load cell and avoid errors caused by improper installation position of the load cell.

[0012] Furthermore, the auger pipe's outlet is equipped with a guide pipe, which includes an inclined section and a vertical section. The inclined section connects the auger pipe to the vertical section, and the vertical section is positioned vertically above the weighing platform. The guide pipe serves to guide and direct the feed, facilitating its orderly and smooth addition to the black soldier fly larvae rearing box on the weighing platform and reducing splashing and scattering during feed addition.

[0013] Furthermore, the auger pipe is fixedly connected to the feed hopper, and the feed inlet of the auger pipe is connected to the feed hopper. The structure is compact and reasonable. Welding is preferred to fix the auger pipe and the feed hopper to ensure the installation is firm and reliable.

[0014] Furthermore, the feed hopper is located on a support frame, and the bottom of the support frame is equipped with movable rollers. The support frame ensures the overall structural stability and firmness of the screw feeder, ensuring that the screw feeder is placed stably. At the same time, the movable rollers at the bottom of the support frame facilitate the movement and adjustment of the screw feeder's position, allowing the screw feeder to be adjusted and positioned in conjunction with the weighing platform.

[0015] This utility model, by adopting the above-mentioned technical solution, has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] This utility model features a clever and reasonable structural design with strong practicality. It uses a screw feeder to automate the feed addition process, reducing manual labor intensity and improving work efficiency. In addition, the weighing sensor component can monitor the weight changes on the weighing platform in real time, ensuring that the feed in the black soldier fly larvae rearing box is added to the set weight. The design of the guide support rod can enhance the overall structural stability and load-bearing capacity of the weighing platform. Furthermore, the rod design makes it easier for the black soldier fly larvae rearing box to be pushed onto the weighing platform, reducing resistance and friction during the pushing process. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the position and structure of the present invention when applied to the black soldier fly conservation process;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a weighing device for black soldier fly conservation technology according to the present invention;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A structural diagram from another perspective;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the weighing sensor component and the weighing platform in this utility model.

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A structural diagram from another perspective;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the guide support rod in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the weighing sensor component in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A structural diagram from another perspective.

[0026] In the diagram: 1-Weighing platform; 2-Weighing sensor assembly; 3-Screw feeder; 4-Gyratory pipe; 5-Guide support rod; 6-Side guard plate; 7-Through-beam photoelectric sensor; 8-Transmitter; 9-Receiver; 10-Flat section; 11-Threaded hole; 12-Connecting hole; 13-Weighing sensor; 14-Top support plate; 15-Bottom support plate; 16-Top limit groove; 17-Bottom limit groove; 18-Guide pipe; 19-Inclined section; 20-Vertical section; 21-Feeding bin; 22-Feed inlet; 23-Support frame; 24-Moving roller; 25-Mounting base plate. Detailed Implementation

[0027] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this utility model discloses a weighing device for black soldier fly conservation, including a weighing platform 1 and a screw feeder 3. The weighing platform 1 is mounted on a mounting base plate 25, and a weighing sensor component 2 is installed at the bottom of the weighing platform 1. The screw feeder 3 is located on one side of the weighing platform 1, and the discharge port of the screw feeder 3's auger pipe 4 is located above the weighing platform 1. A guide support rod 5 is installed on the weighing platform 1, and the guide support rod 5 is evenly distributed along the width direction of the weighing platform 1. The screw feeder 3 realizes the automated feed addition process, reducing manual labor intensity and improving work efficiency. In addition, in conjunction with the weighing sensor component 2, it can monitor the weight change on the weighing platform 1 in real time to ensure that the feed in the black soldier fly conservation box is added to the set weight. The design of the guide support rod 5 can enhance the overall structural stability and load-bearing capacity of the weighing platform 1, and the rod design can make it easier for the black soldier fly conservation box to be pushed onto the weighing platform 1, reducing the resistance and friction during the pushing process.

[0028] Side guards 6 are provided on both sides of the weighing platform 1. The side guards 6 are fixed to the weighing platform 1 with screws. The design of the side guards 6 on both sides can improve the overall structural stability and limit the black soldier fly incubator on both sides, so that the black soldier fly incubator can only be pushed and moved along the length of the weighing platform 1, which improves the stability of the black soldier fly incubator on the weighing platform 1 and improves the overall operational safety. The screw fixing can ensure the firmness and reliability of the connection between the side guards 6 and the weighing platform 1, and the installation and disassembly are convenient, which facilitates subsequent maintenance and replacement.

[0029] A through-beam photoelectric sensor 7 is installed on the weighing platform 1. The through-beam photoelectric sensor 7 includes a transmitter 8 and a receiver 9. The transmitter 8 and receiver 9 are respectively located on both sides of the weighing platform 1. The transmitter 8 and receiver 9 are installed on the side guard plates 6 on both sides of the weighing platform 1. The through-beam photoelectric sensor 7 can sense whether a black soldier fly brooder box has been pushed into place on the weighing platform 1. If a black soldier fly brooder box is in place on the weighing platform 1, the screw feeder 3 is started to add material into the black soldier fly brooder box.

[0030] The bottom surface of the guide support rod 5 is provided with a flat surface 10. The guide support rod 5 is supported and attached to the weighing platform 1 through the flat surface 10. The structure is cleverly and reasonably designed. The design of the flat surface 10 can increase the contact area between the guide support rod 5 and the weighing platform 1, improve the support stability of the guide support rod 5 on the weighing platform 1, and facilitate the installation and positioning of the guide support rod 5 on the weighing platform 1. At the same time, the flat surface 10 can also facilitate the processing of the threaded hole 11. The flat surface 10 is provided with a threaded hole 11, and the weighing platform 1 is provided with a connecting hole 12. The connecting hole 12 and the threaded hole 11 are matched one-to-one. The end of the screw passes through the connecting hole 12 and screws into the corresponding threaded hole 11 to realize the connection and fixation between the guide support rod 5 and the weighing platform 1. The connection and fixation between the guide support rod 5 and the weighing platform 1 by screws effectively ensures the connection is firm and reliable. The installation and disassembly are convenient and simple, which facilitates actual operation and improves the efficiency of assembly and disassembly.

[0031] The weighing sensor assembly 2 includes a weighing sensor 13, a top support plate 14, and a bottom support plate 15. The weighing sensor 13 is located between the top support plate 14 and the bottom support plate 15. The weighing sensor 13 is fixed to the top support plate 14 and the bottom support plate 15 with screws. The top support plate 14 is fixed to the weighing platform 1 with screws. The bottom support plate 15 is fixed to the mounting base plate 25 with screws. The structure is reasonably designed. The weighing sensor 13 is fixed to the two support plates with screws to ensure the overall structural strength of the assembled weighing sensor assembly 2 and to form a stable support structure. The top support plate 14 is also fixed to the weighing platform 1, and the bottom support plate 15 is fixed to the mounting base plate 25 with screws to ensure the installation of the weighing sensor assembly 2 with the weighing platform 1 and the mounting base plate 25. This allows for the stable installation of the weighing platform 1 on the mounting base plate 25, making installation and disassembly convenient and facilitating subsequent maintenance and replacement.

[0032] A top limiting groove 16 is provided on the bottom surface of the top support plate 14, and a bottom limiting groove 17 is provided on the top surface of the bottom support plate 15. The top limiting groove of the load cell 13 is engaged in the top limiting groove 16, and the bottom limiting groove of the load cell 13 is engaged in the bottom limiting groove 17. The design of the top limiting groove 16 and the bottom limiting groove 17 can realize the precise engagement and positioning between the load cell 13 and the top support plate 14 and the bottom support plate 15. After precise engagement, the preset holes on the load cell are aligned one by one with the preset holes in the bottom limiting groove 17 and the top limiting groove 16. Then, the load cell 13 is fixed to the top support plate 14 and the bottom support plate 15 after being engaged with screws, which ensures the overall assembly reliability and stability, and also helps to ensure the weighing accuracy of the load cell 13 and avoid errors caused by improper installation position of the load cell 13.

[0033] The discharge port of the auger pipe 4 is equipped with a guide pipe 18, which includes a guide section 19 and a vertical section 20. The guide section 19 connects the auger pipe 4 and the vertical section 20. The vertical section 20 is vertically positioned above the weighing platform 1. The guide pipe 18 plays a guiding role, which facilitates the orderly and smooth addition of feed to the black soldier fly brooder on the weighing platform 1, reducing splashing and scattering during the feed addition process.

[0034] The auger pipe 4 is fixedly connected to the feed bin 21, and the feed inlet 22 of the auger pipe 4 is connected to the feed bin 21. The structure is compact and reasonable. Welding is preferred to fix the auger pipe 4 and the feed bin 21 to ensure the installation is firm and reliable. The feed bin 21 is set on the support frame 23. The bottom surface of the support frame 23 is equipped with movable rollers 24. The support frame 23 ensures the overall structural stability and firmness of the screw feeder 3 and ensures the stable placement of the screw feeder 3. At the same time, the movable rollers 24 at the bottom of the support frame 23 facilitate the movement and adjustment of the position of the screw feeder 3, so that the screw feeder 3 can be adjusted and positioned in conjunction with the position of the weighing platform 1.

[0035] This utility model features a clever and reasonable structural design with strong practicality. It uses a screw feeder 3 to automate the feed addition process, reducing manual labor intensity and improving work efficiency. In addition, the weighing sensor component 2 can monitor the weight changes on the weighing platform 1 in real time, ensuring that the feed in the black soldier fly brooder is added to the set weight. The design of the guide support rod 5 can enhance the overall structural stability and load-bearing capacity of the weighing platform 1. Furthermore, the rod design makes it easier for the black soldier fly brooder to be pushed onto the weighing platform 1, reducing resistance and friction during the pushing process.

[0036] The above are merely specific embodiments of this utility model, but the technical features of this utility model are not limited thereto. Any simple changes, equivalent substitutions, or modifications made based on this utility model to achieve essentially the same technical effect are all covered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation, characterized in that... include: A weighing platform is mounted on a mounting base plate, and a weighing sensor component is provided at the bottom of the weighing platform. A screw feeder is located on one side of the weighing platform, and the discharge port of the screw feeder's auger pipe is located above the weighing platform. The weighing platform is provided with guide support rods, which are evenly distributed along the width direction of the weighing platform.

2. The weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 1, characterized in that: Side guards are provided on both sides of the weighing platform, and the side guards are fixed to the weighing platform with screws.

3. The weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 1, characterized in that: A through-beam photoelectric sensor is provided on the weighing platform. The through-beam photoelectric sensor includes a transmitter and a receiver, with the transmitter and receiver respectively located on both sides of the weighing platform.

4. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the guide support rod is provided with a flat cut surface, and the guide support rod is supported and attached to the weighing platform through the flat cut surface.

5. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 4, characterized in that: The flat surface is provided with threaded holes, and the weighing platform is provided with connecting holes. The connecting holes and the threaded holes are matched one-to-one. The end of the screw passes through the connecting hole and is screwed into the corresponding threaded hole to realize the connection and fixation of the guide support rod and the weighing platform.

6. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The weighing sensing assembly includes a weighing sensor, a top support plate, and a bottom support plate. The weighing sensor is disposed between the top support plate and the bottom support plate. The weighing sensor is fixed to the top support plate and the bottom support plate with screws. The top support plate is fixed to the weighing platform with screws. The bottom support plate is fixed to the mounting base plate with screws.

7. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 6, characterized in that: The top support plate has a top limiting groove on its bottom surface, and the bottom support plate has a bottom limiting groove on its top surface. The top limiting of the weighing sensor is engaged in the top limiting groove, and the bottom limiting of the weighing sensor is engaged in the bottom limiting groove.

8. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auger pipe has a guide pipe at its outlet, which includes an inclined section and a vertical section. The inclined section connects the auger pipe to the vertical section, and the vertical section is vertically positioned above the weighing platform.

9. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 8, characterized in that: The auger pipe is fixedly connected to the feed hopper, and the feed inlet of the auger pipe is connected to the feed hopper.

10. A weighing device for black soldier fly conservation according to claim 9, characterized in that: The feeding hopper is mounted on a support frame, and the bottom surface of the support frame is equipped with movable rollers.