Butt joint device of dough climbing machine and hopper trolley

Abstract

The utility model discloses a butt joint device of a dough climbing machine and a hopper trolley, which comprises a movable hopper trolley body and a climbing machine body, the climbing machine body comprises a horizontal conveying device, the hopper trolley body can move to the upper part of the horizontal conveying device, and the horizontal conveying device is provided with a clamping mechanism and a guide structure. The hopper trolley body is provided with a guide wheel in sliding fit with the guide structure, the hopper trolley body is provided with a clamped piece clamped by the clamping mechanism, the clamping mechanism is used for clamping the clamped piece so as to lock the hopper trolley body at a target position, and the hopper trolley body is provided with a feeding port and a discharging port which are oppositely arranged in the gravity direction; and a cutter mechanism for cutting large dough into small dough is arranged at the discharge port. Rapid butt joint of the hopper trolley body and the climbing machine body can be achieved, and the dough blocking and discharging efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of conveying equipment technology, and in particular to a docking device for a dough climbing machine and a hopper trolley. Background Technology

[0002] In food production, such as bread and steamed buns, flour needs to be mixed into dough using a mixer, then the dough is divided into pieces, and finally transported to subsequent processing stations via a conveyor system. In some processes, dough division is done manually, which is inefficient and results in inconsistent quality. Other methods use a large, integrated cutting device to divide the dough into several pieces, but this is inconvenient for transporting the divided dough and doesn't allow for continuous feeding and discharging, resulting in still relatively low production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model provides a docking device for a dough climbing machine and a hopper trolley to solve the problems of low dough segmentation and conveying efficiency.

[0004] This utility model is achieved using the following technical solution:

[0005] A docking device for a dough lifting machine and a hopper trolley includes a movable hopper trolley body and a lifting machine body. The lifting machine body includes a horizontal conveying device. The hopper trolley body is movable above the horizontal conveying device so that the discharge port at the bottom of the hopper trolley body is above the horizontal conveying device. The horizontal conveying device is provided with a clamping mechanism and a guiding structure. The hopper trolley body is provided with guide wheels that slide into and out of the guiding structure. The hopper trolley body is provided with a clamped part for the clamping mechanism to hold. The guiding structure guides the hopper trolley body to slide into or out of the horizontal conveying device and guides the clamped part toward the clamping mechanism. The clamping mechanism is used to clamp the clamped part to lock the hopper trolley body in a target position. The hopper trolley body has an inlet and an outlet that are arranged opposite each other in the direction of gravity. The outlet is provided with a cutting mechanism for cutting large pieces of dough into smaller pieces of dough.

[0006] Furthermore, the clamped component is vertically arranged, and the clamping mechanism has a guide opening and a clamping space communicating with the guide opening. The clamped component can be inserted into or released from the clamping space along the guide opening.

[0007] Furthermore, the clamping mechanism includes a base, a first clamping block and a second clamping block pivotally connected to the base, and an elastic element for connecting the first clamping block and the second clamping block. The elastic element is used to provide elastic recovery. The first clamping block and the second clamping block are arranged opposite to each other, and their opposite sides are respectively formed with a first clamping groove and a second clamping groove. The first clamping groove and the second clamping groove are joined to form the clamping space. The insertion ends of the first clamping block and the second clamping block are respectively provided with a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface. The first inclined surface and the second inclined surface are combined to form a trumpet-shaped guide opening.

[0008] Furthermore, the clamped part is cylindrical, and the first clamping groove and the second clamping groove each have an arc surface adapted to the cylindrical clamped part.

[0009] Furthermore, the elastic element is a spring, and the first clamping block and the second clamping block are respectively provided with connecting members for fixing the spring on opposite sides.

[0010] Furthermore, the clamping mechanism also includes a first stop and a second stop. The first stop is located on the outer side of the first clamping block to limit the angle at which the first clamping block rotates outward, and the second stop is located on the outer side of the second clamping block to limit the angle at which the second clamping block rotates outward.

[0011] Furthermore, the first or second clamping block has a handle portion at one end away from the guide opening.

[0012] Furthermore, the cutting mechanism includes a cutting blade that is movably disposed at the discharge port and a drive mechanism that drives the cutting blade to reciprocate. The cutting blade is provided with an oblique cutting surface for cutting dough.

[0013] Furthermore, a cutting frame is connected below the discharge port, and a cutting opening is provided at the bottom of the cutting frame. The cutting opening is inclined relative to the discharge port in the direction of gravity. A slide rail is provided on the outside of the cutting opening, extending along the moving direction of the cutting blade. The left and right sides of the cutting blade slide in cooperation with the slide rail. The extending direction of the inclined blade is perpendicular to the extending direction of the slide rail. The driving mechanism drives the cutting blade to move along the extending direction of the slide rail to cut the dough by moving the inclined blade.

[0014] Furthermore, the driving mechanism is a cylinder, and the extension direction of the cylinder's telescopic rod is consistent with the extension direction of the cutting blade, and the cylinder's telescopic rod is connected to the cutting blade.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model include at least the following:

[0016] This invention utilizes a guiding structure and guide wheels to allow the hopper trolley body to quickly dock with a horizontal conveyor, positioning the discharge port at the bottom of the hopper trolley body above the horizontal conveyor for rapid dough transport. After docking, a clamping mechanism secures the clamped parts of the hopper trolley body, locking it in the target position and preventing unauthorized movement. Furthermore, the discharge port of the hopper trolley body is equipped with a cutting mechanism that periodically cuts large pieces of dough into smaller pieces, utilizing gravity to move them downwards. This eliminates the need for conveyor belt transport before cutting, allowing the dough to be cut directly on the hopper trolley body, resulting in higher efficiency in dough segmentation and dispensing. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the docking device between the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the climbing machine body according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping mechanism according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a top view of the clamping mechanism according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the hopper trolley body according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a front view of the hopper trolley body according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting mechanism according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the hopper trolley body according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] In the diagram: 10. Hopper trolley body; 11. Feed inlet; 12. Discharge outlet; 13. Clamped component; 14. Cutting mechanism; 141. Cutting blade; 1410. Angled blade surface; 142. Drive mechanism; 143. Cutting frame; 144. Slide rail; 15. Caster wheel; 20. Climbing machine body; 21. Horizontal conveying device; 22. Clamping mechanism; 220. Guide opening; 221. Clamping space; 222. Base; 223. First clamping block; 2230. First clamping groove; 2231. First inclined surface; 224. Second clamping block; 2240. Second clamping groove; 2241. Second inclined surface; 225. Elastic element; 226. Connector; 227. First stop; 228. Second stop; 229. Handle; 23. Guide structure. Detailed Implementation

[0027] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided to make the present invention more comprehensive and complete, and to fully convey the concept of the exemplary embodiments to those skilled in the art. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar structures, and therefore repeated descriptions of them will be omitted.

[0028] The terms used to describe position and direction in this utility model are illustrated with the accompanying drawings, but changes can be made as needed, and all such changes are included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0029] like Figure 1-9 As shown, this utility model provides a docking device for a dough lifting machine and a hopper trolley, including a movable hopper trolley body 10 and a lifting machine body 20. The lifting machine body 20 includes a horizontal conveying device 21. The hopper trolley body 10 can be moved above the horizontal conveying device 21 so that the discharge port 12 at the bottom of the hopper trolley body 10 is located above the horizontal conveying device 21. The horizontal conveying device 21 is provided with a clamping mechanism 22 and a guiding structure 23. The hopper trolley body 10 is provided with guide wheels (not shown) that are slidably engaged with the guiding structure 23. The hopper trolley body 10 is provided with a clamped part 13 for clamping by the clamping mechanism 22. The guide structure 23 guides the hopper trolley body 10 to slide into or out of the horizontal conveying device 21 and guides the clamped part 13 toward the clamping mechanism 22. The clamping mechanism 22 is used to clamp the clamped part 13 to lock the hopper trolley body 10 in the target position. The hopper trolley body 10 has an inlet 11 and an outlet 12 arranged opposite to each other in the direction of gravity. The outlet 12 is provided with a cutting mechanism 14 for cutting large pieces of dough into small pieces of dough.

[0030] In this embodiment, the bottom of the hopper trolley body 10 is equipped with casters 15, allowing the hopper trolley body 10 to move between the dough mixer and the climbing machine body 20. After the flour is mixed into a large dough at the mixer, the hopper trolley body 10 moves to the discharge port 12 of the mixer to catch the dough. Then, the hopper trolley body 10 moves above the horizontal conveying device 21 of the climbing machine body 20 so that the dough in the hopper trolley body 10 can fall onto the horizontal conveying device 21. In order to quickly connect the hopper trolley body 10 with the horizontal conveying device 21, the guide structure (23) and the guide wheels cooperate to enable the hopper trolley body 10 to quickly connect with the horizontal conveying device 21. The material is docked so that the discharge port 12 at the bottom of the hopper trolley body 10 is above the horizontal conveyor 21. After docking, the clamping mechanism 22 clamps the clamped part 13 of the hopper trolley body 10, thereby locking the hopper trolley body 10 in the target position and preventing the hopper trolley body 10 from moving randomly. In addition, the discharge port 12 of the hopper trolley body 10 is equipped with a cutting mechanism 14. The cutting mechanism 14 can cut the falling large pieces of dough into smaller pieces of dough at regular intervals. In this embodiment, the dough moves from top to bottom by gravity. The dough does not need to go through the conveyor belt transportation process before cutting, so that the process of cutting the dough into pieces is completed directly on the hopper trolley body 10, and the efficiency of dough output is higher.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the clamped member 13 is vertically arranged, and the clamping mechanism 22 has a guide opening 220 and a clamping space 221 communicating with the guide opening 220. The clamped member 13 can be inserted into or removed from the clamping space 221 along the guide opening 220.

[0032] In this embodiment, the hopper trolley body 10 moves horizontally, and the clamped part 13 is vertically arranged. In this way, during the movement of the hopper trolley body 10, the clamped part 13 quickly enters the clamping space 221 of the clamping mechanism 22 along the guide opening 220, realizing the rapid locking of the hopper trolley body 10. When the hopper trolley body 10 needs to be moved, under the action of external force, the clamped part 13 can be released from the guide opening 220 and the clamping space 221, achieving the purpose of rapid unlocking.

[0033] In a preferred embodiment, the clamping mechanism 22 includes a base 222, a first clamping block 223 and a second clamping block 224 pivotally connected to the base 222, and an elastic element 225 for connecting the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224. The elastic element 225 provides elastic recovery. The first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 are arranged opposite to each other, and their opposite sides are respectively formed with a first clamping groove 2230 and a second clamping groove 2240. The first clamping groove 2230 and the second clamping groove 2240 are joined to form the clamping space 221. The insertion ends of the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 are respectively provided with a first inclined surface 2231 and a second inclined surface 2241. The first inclined surface 2231 and the second inclined surface 2241 are combined to form a trumpet-shaped guide opening 220.

[0034] In this embodiment, the clamping space 221 is formed by the combination of the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224, which makes the clamping and locking effect reliable. At the same time, the structure of the first clamping groove 2230 and the second clamping groove 2240 enhances the clamping force and improves the clamping effect. The trumpet-shaped guide opening 220 facilitates the quick entry or exit of the clamped part 13 into or out of the clamping space 221; the elastic element 225 allows the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 to automatically reset, facilitating the next clamping.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment, the clamped member 13 is cylindrical, and the first clamping groove 2230 and the second clamping groove 2240 each have an arc surface adapted to the cylindrical clamped member 13. Locking the clamped member 13 by the arc surface provides a good locking effect, while also allowing for rapid release under external force.

[0036] In a preferred embodiment, the elastic element 225 is a spring, and the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 are respectively provided with connecting members 226 for fixing the spring on opposite sides. By connecting the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 with the spring, the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 can be automatically reset.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment, the clamping mechanism 22 further includes a first stop 227 and a second stop 228. The first stop 227 is located on the outer side of the first clamping block 223 to limit the angle of rotation of the first clamping block 223 to the outside. The second stop 228 is located on the outer side of the second clamping block 224 to limit the angle of rotation of the second clamping block 224 to the outside.

[0038] In this embodiment, by setting the first stop 227 and the second stop 228, the angle of rotation of the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 to the outside can be limited, preventing the first clamping block 223 and the second clamping block 224 from opening excessively.

[0039] In a preferred embodiment, a handle portion 229 is provided at the end of the first clamping block 223 or the second clamping block 224 away from the guide opening 220. The handle portion 229 facilitates the operation of the clamping mechanism 22 by the operator.

[0040] In a preferred embodiment, the cutting mechanism 14 includes a cutting blade 141 movably disposed at the discharge port 12 and a driving mechanism 142 for driving the cutting blade 141 to reciprocate. The cutting blade 141 is provided with a slanted blade surface 1410 for cutting dough.

[0041] In this embodiment, the cutting blade 141 is moved by the driving mechanism 142. During the movement, the cutting blade 141 cuts the dough through the oblique blade surface 1410. The cutting structure is simple and the control method is simple and convenient.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment, a cutting frame 143 is connected below the discharge port 12. The cutting frame 143 has a cutting opening at its bottom, which is inclined relative to the discharge port 12 in the direction of gravity. A slide rail 144 is provided on the outside of the cutting opening, extending along the moving direction of the cutting blade 141. The left and right sides of the cutting blade 141 are slidably engaged with the slide rail 144. The extending direction of the inclined blade surface 1410 is perpendicular to the extending direction of the slide rail 144. The driving mechanism 142 drives the cutting blade 141 to move along the extending direction of the slide rail 144 to move and cut the dough through the inclined blade surface 1410.

[0043] In this embodiment, the dough from the mixer enters the hopper trolley body 10 through the feed inlet 11. Under gravity, the dough inside the hopper trolley body 10 falls from the discharge outlet 12 into the cutting frame 143. When the dough needs to be cut, the drive mechanism 142 moves the cutting blade 141, opening the cutting opening. The dough then exits through the cutting opening, and the drive mechanism 142 moves the cutting blade 141 towards the dough. The oblique cutting surface 1410 of the cutting blade 141 cuts the dough off, and the small pieces of dough fall to the horizontal conveyor 21. The cutting frame 143 provides a buffer area for the dough within the hopper trolley body 10, facilitating cutting by the cutting blade 141. The cross-sectional shape of the cutting frame 143 is approximately a cone shape, wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, which helps the dough slide down automatically and prevents it from accumulating inside. The slide rail 144 guides the movement of the cutting blade 141.

[0044] In a preferred embodiment, the driving mechanism 142 is a cylinder, and the extension direction of the cylinder's telescopic rod is consistent with the extension direction of the cutting blade 141. The telescopic rod of the cylinder is connected to the cutting blade 141. Driving the cutting blade 141 to reciprocate and move to cut the dough via the cylinder provides a simple control method and high cutting efficiency. Of course, in other embodiments, the driving mechanism 142 can also be a lead screw and motor, as long as the reciprocating movement of the cutting blade 141 can be achieved.

[0045] 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 alterations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and all such changes should fall within the protection scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A docking device for a dough lifting machine and a hopper trolley, characterized in that, The device includes a movable hopper trolley body (10) and a climbing machine body (20). The climbing machine body (20) includes a horizontal conveying device (21). The hopper trolley body (10) is movable above the horizontal conveying device (21) so that the discharge port (12) at the bottom of the hopper trolley body (10) is located above the horizontal conveying device (21). The horizontal conveying device (21) is provided with a clamping mechanism (22) and a guide structure (23). The hopper trolley body (10) is provided with guide wheels that slide with the guide structure (23). The hopper trolley body (10) is provided with a clamping mechanism for the clamping mechanism. The clamped part (13) held by the structure (22) is guided by the guide structure (23) to slide into or out of the horizontal conveying device (21) and to lead the clamped part (13) toward the clamping mechanism (22). The clamping mechanism (22) is used to clamp the clamped part (13) to lock the hopper trolley body (10) in the target position. The hopper trolley body (10) has an inlet (11) and an outlet (12) arranged opposite to each other in the direction of gravity. The outlet (12) is provided with a cutting mechanism (14) for cutting large pieces of dough into small pieces of dough.

2. The docking device for the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamped member (13) is vertically arranged, and the clamping mechanism (22) has a guide opening (220) and a clamping space (221) connected to the guide opening (220). The clamped member (13) can be inserted into or removed from the clamping space (221) along the guide opening (220).

3. The docking device between the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 2, characterized in that, The clamping mechanism (22) includes a base (222), a first clamping block (223) and a second clamping block (224) pivotally connected to the base (222), and an elastic element (225) for connecting the first clamping block (223) and the second clamping block (224). The elastic element (225) is used to provide elastic recovery. The first clamping block (223) and the second clamping block (224) are arranged opposite to each other and their opposite sides are respectively formed with a first clamping groove (2230) and a second clamping groove (2240). The first clamping groove (2230) and the second clamping groove (2240) are joined to form the clamping space (221). The insertion ends of the first clamping block (223) and the second clamping block (224) are respectively provided with a first inclined surface (2231) and a second inclined surface (2241). The first inclined surface (2231) and the second inclined surface (2241) are combined to form a trumpet-shaped guide opening (220).

4. The docking device between the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 3, characterized in that, The clamped member (13) is cylindrical, and the first clamping groove (2230) and the second clamping groove (2240) respectively have arc surfaces adapted to the cylindrical clamped member (13).

5. The docking device for the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 3, characterized in that, The elastic element (225) is a spring, and the first clamping block (223) and the second clamping block (224) are respectively provided with connecting members (226) for fixing the spring on opposite sides.

6. The docking device between the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 3, characterized in that, The clamping mechanism (22) further includes a first stop (227) and a second stop (228). The first stop (227) is located on the outer side of the first clamping block (223) to limit the angle of rotation of the first clamping block (223) to the outside. The second stop (228) is located on the outer side of the second clamping block (224) to limit the angle of rotation of the second clamping block (224) to the outside.

7. The docking device for the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first clamping block (223) or the second clamping block (224) has a handle portion (229) at one end away from the guide opening (220).

8. The docking device for the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cutting mechanism (14) includes a cutting blade (141) that is movably disposed at the discharge port (12) and a driving mechanism (142) that drives the cutting blade (141) to reciprocate. The cutting blade (141) is provided with a slanted blade surface (1410) for cutting dough.

9. The docking device for the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 8, characterized in that, A cutting frame (143) is connected below the discharge port (12). The bottom of the cutting frame (143) is provided with a cutting opening. The cutting opening is inclined relative to the discharge port (12) in the direction of gravity. A slide rail (144) is provided on the outside of the cutting opening, extending along the moving direction of the cutting blade (141). The left and right sides of the cutting blade (141) are slidably engaged with the slide rail (144). The extending direction of the inclined blade surface (1410) is perpendicular to the extending direction of the slide rail (144). The driving mechanism (142) drives the cutting blade (141) to move along the extending direction of the slide rail (144) to move and cut the dough through the inclined blade surface (1410).

10. The docking device for the dough climbing machine and the hopper trolley according to claim 8, characterized in that, The drive mechanism (142) is a cylinder, and the extension direction of the cylinder's telescopic rod is consistent with the extension direction of the cutting blade (141). The cylinder's telescopic rod is connected to the cutting blade (141).

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