Drying device for food processing

Abstract

The utility model provides a drying device for food processing, which is characterized in that a roller assembly is connected with a gear driving assembly, a heating assembly and a supporting assembly, a discharge hopper is connected with hopper fixing profile steel of the supporting assembly, the roller assembly is connected with the supporting assembly through a roller assembly, and a fixing plate on a rack in the supporting assembly is fixed with an integral steel frame. A bottom fixing plate of the rack is connected with moving wheels through a moving wheel mounting frame, a top fixing plate of the rack is fixed to hopper fixing profile steel and is symmetrically arranged with respect to the central axis of the top fixing plate, the discharging hopper is arranged at the lower end of an outlet of an inclined roller in the roller assembly, and the heating assembly, the gear driving assembly and the roller assembly are fixed to the top fixing plate. The heating assembly is located below a cylindrical roller in the roller assembly, and the gear driving assembly is meshed with the roller assembly through an outer gear ring. According to the drying device for food processing, the control precision of food processing is improved, the food drying process is optimized, and the food production efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of food processing technology, and in particular relates to a drying device for food processing. Background Technology

[0002] Drying technology in food processing is a crucial step in ensuring food quality, extending shelf life, and improving production efficiency. The drying process removes moisture from food, reduces microbial growth, and prevents spoilage.

[0003] Currently, dryer equipment requires high temperatures and long drying times to dry food, resulting in high energy consumption and uneven heat distribution inside the food, with some areas overheating or not being completely dried, seriously affecting the quality and safety of the food. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a drying device for food processing, in order to solve the problems that drying equipment requires high temperature and long time to dry food, resulting in high energy consumption, and easily leads to uneven heat distribution inside the food, with some areas overheating or not being completely dried, which seriously affects the quality and safety of the food.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0006] This utility model provides a drying device for food processing, including a drum assembly, a gear drive assembly, a support assembly, a heating assembly, and a discharge hopper. The drum assembly is connected to the gear drive assembly, the heating assembly, and the support assembly. The discharge hopper is connected to the hopper fixing steel of the support assembly. The drum assembly is connected to the support assembly via a roller assembly. Several fixing plates are fixed to the frame of the support assembly and fixed to the integral steel frame. The four corners of the bottom fixing plate of the frame are connected to the movable wheels via movable wheel mounting brackets. The top fixing plate of the frame is fixed to the hopper fixing steel and is symmetrically arranged around the central axis of the top fixing plate. The discharge hopper is located at the lower end of the outlet of the inclined drum in the drum assembly. The heating assembly, the gear drive assembly, and the roller assembly are fixed to the top fixing plate. The heating assembly is located below the cylindrical drum in the drum assembly. The gear drive assembly meshes with the drum assembly via an external gear ring.

[0007] Furthermore, the roller assembly includes an inclined roller, an external gear ring, a cylindrical roller, a first guide rail, and a second guide rail. The inclined roller is connected to the cylindrical roller. The first guide rail, the external gear ring, and the second guide rail are sequentially disposed on the outer diameter surface of the cylindrical roller. The first guide rail and the second guide rail are annular protrusions.

[0008] Furthermore, the inclined roller is provided with a number of second helical blades arranged in a spiral, and the cylindrical roller is provided with a number of first helical blades. The second helical blades and the first helical blades are evenly distributed around the overall axis of the roller assembly.

[0009] Furthermore, the roller assembly includes a roller, a roller fixing post, a roller fixing bearing, and a roller fixing frame. The roller fixing frame is U-shaped. The roller fixing post passes through the roller and is connected to the roller fixing frame. The roller fixing post is connected to the roller fixing frame through the bearing. The bottom of the roller fixing frame is connected to the top fixing plate. The second guide rail and the first guide rail are both supported by the roller. The roller assembly is installed symmetrically on the left and right sides of the overall axis of the roller assembly.

[0010] Furthermore, the gear drive assembly includes a drive motor, a drive gear, a motor mounting base, a gear mounting base, and a first encoder. The two ends of the drive gear are fixed to the gear mounting base via bearings. The gear mounting base is fixed to the upper surface of a top mounting plate. The drive motor is fixed to the upper surface of the top mounting plate via the motor mounting base. The drive motor is connected to the drive gear via a coupling. The drive gear meshes with an external gear ring. The first encoder is connected to the drive motor.

[0011] Furthermore, the heating assembly includes a heating tube, a main support leg of the heating tube, a first support plate, and a second support plate. The bottom surface of the first support plate is connected to two main support legs of the heating tube located on the same side. The main support legs of the heating tube are located on the upper part of the top fixed plate and are symmetrically arranged front and back with respect to the axis of the cylindrical roller. The two first support plates are connected by several second support plates with the same arc shape. The distance between any two connected second support plates is equal. The heating tube is fixed perpendicular to the upper surface of the second support plate. The heating tube is arranged in an "S" shape, and the distance between any two adjacent heating tubes perpendicular to the second support plate is equal. The heating tube is connected to a heater. The heating tube is fixed to the outer end face of the cylindrical roller. The heater is connected to the first encoder.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the drying device for food processing described in this utility model has the following advantages:

[0013] (1) In this utility model, the spiral blades can evenly distribute the material on the surface of the drum, ensuring that each part of the material is fully heated, improving drying efficiency. The material flows inside the drum, and the spiral blades prevent the material from accumulating in a certain part, ensuring the uniform distribution and flowability of the material inside the drum. The heating tube directly heats the outer surface of the drum, and the heat is transferred to the internal material through the drum wall, improving heat conduction efficiency. The roller support can reduce the friction between the drum and the support structure, extend the service life of the drum, and the design of the roller support makes the maintenance and replacement of the drum more convenient, facilitates thorough cleaning of the inner and outer surfaces of the drum, and reduces downtime.

[0014] (2) The encoder in this utility model can monitor the position and speed of the roller in real time and provide accurate feedback signals. Combined with the signal processing of the heater, it can achieve precise control of the position, speed and temperature of the roller, thereby improving the control accuracy of food processing, optimizing the food drying process, improving the efficiency of food production, and thus improving the production quality of the product and ensuring hygiene and safety in the production process. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this utility model, are used to provide a further understanding of this utility model. The illustrative embodiments of this utility model and their descriptions are used to explain this utility model and do not constitute an improper limitation of this utility model.

[0016] In the attached diagram:

[0017] Figure 1 This is an isometric view of the food processing drying apparatus described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a front view schematic diagram of the drying device for food processing according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a side view of the drying apparatus for food processing according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the drum assembly in the food processing drying device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a side view of the heating component in the drying device for food processing according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0023] 1. Inclined roller; 2. External gear ring; 4. Second support plate; 3. Cylindrical roller; 5. Roller assembly; 6. Moving wheel mounting frame; 7. Moving wheel; 8. Discharge hopper; 9. Frame; 10. Heating tube; 11. Main support leg of heating tube; 12. Drive gear; 13. Roller fixing frame; 14. Drive motor; 15. Roller; 16. Hopper fixing steel; 17. Second guide rail; 18. First guide rail; 19. First spiral blade; 20. Second spiral blade; 21. First support plate. Detailed Implementation

[0024] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] See Figures 1-5 As shown, this embodiment provides a drying device for food processing, including a drum assembly, a gear drive assembly, a support assembly, a heating assembly, and a discharge hopper 8. The drum assembly is connected to the gear drive assembly, the heating assembly, and the support assembly. The discharge hopper 8 is connected to the hopper fixing steel 16 of the support assembly. The drum assembly is connected to the support assembly via a roller assembly 5. Several fixing plates are fixed on the frame 9 of the support assembly and fixed to the integral steel frame. The four corners of the bottom fixing plate of the frame 9 are connected to the moving wheels 7 via moving wheel mounting brackets 6. The top fixing plate of the frame 9 is fixed to the hopper fixing steel 16 and is symmetrically arranged with respect to the central axis of the top fixing plate. The discharge hopper 8 is located at the lower end of the outlet of the inclined drum 1 in the drum assembly. The heating assembly, the gear drive assembly, and the roller assembly 5 are fixed on the top fixing plate. The heating assembly is located below the cylindrical drum 3 in the drum assembly. The gear drive assembly meshes with the drum assembly via an external gear ring 2.

[0029] Specifically, in this embodiment, the roller assembly includes an inclined roller 1, an external gear ring 2, a cylindrical roller 3, a first guide rail 18, and a second guide rail 17. The inclined roller 1 is connected to the cylindrical roller 3. The first guide rail 18, the external gear ring 2, and the second guide rail 17 are sequentially disposed on the outer diameter surface of the cylindrical roller 3. The first guide rail 18 and the second guide rail 17 are annular protrusions.

[0030] Specifically, in this embodiment, the inclined roller 1 is provided with a plurality of second spiral blades 20, and the cylindrical roller 3 is provided with a plurality of first spiral blades 19. The second spiral blades 20 and the first spiral blades 19 are evenly arranged around the overall axis of the roller assembly.

[0031] Specifically, in this embodiment, the roller assembly 5 includes a roller 15, a roller fixing post, a roller fixing bearing, and a roller fixing frame 13. The roller fixing frame 13 is U-shaped. The roller fixing post passes through the roller 15 and is connected to the roller fixing frame 13. The roller fixing post is connected to the roller fixing frame 13 through the bearing. The bottom of the roller fixing frame 13 is connected to the top fixing plate. The second guide rail 17 and the first guide rail 18 are both supported by the roller 15. The roller assembly 5 is installed symmetrically on the left and right sides of the overall axis of the roller assembly.

[0032] Specifically, in this embodiment, the gear drive assembly includes a drive motor 14, a drive gear 12, a motor mounting base, a gear mounting base, and a first encoder. The two ends of the drive gear 12 are fixed to the gear mounting base via bearings. The gear mounting base is fixed to the upper surface of the top fixing plate. The drive motor 14 is fixed to the upper surface of the top fixing plate via the motor mounting base. The drive motor 14 is connected to the drive gear 12 via a coupling. The drive gear 12 meshes with the external gear ring 2. The first encoder is connected to the drive motor 14.

[0033] Specifically, in this embodiment, the heating assembly includes a heating tube 10, a main support leg 11 of the heating tube, a first support plate 21, and a second support plate 4. The bottom surface of the first support plate 21 is connected to two main support legs 11 of the heating tube located on the same side. The main support legs 11 of the heating tube are located on the upper part of the top fixed plate and are symmetrically arranged front and back with respect to the axis of the cylindrical roller 3. The two first support plates 21 are connected by several second support plates 4 with the same arc shape. The distance between any two connected second support plates 4 is equal. The heating tube 10 is fixed perpendicular to the upper end surface of the second support plate 4. The heating tube 10 is arranged in an "S" shape and the distance between any two adjacent heating tubes 10 perpendicular to the second support plate 4 is equal. The heating tube 10 is connected to a heater and is fixed to the outer end surface of the cylindrical roller 3. The heater is connected to a first encoder.

[0034] The spiral blades evenly distribute the material across the drum surface, ensuring thorough heating of every part of the material and improving drying efficiency. The spiral blades prevent material buildup in any one area, ensuring uniform distribution and flowability within the drum. Heating elements directly heat the outer surface of the drum, with heat transferred through the drum wall to the internal material, improving heat transfer efficiency. Roller supports reduce friction between the drum and the support structure, extending the drum's lifespan. The roller support design also facilitates drum maintenance and replacement, allowing for thorough cleaning of both the inner and outer surfaces and reducing downtime. Encoders monitor the drum's position and speed in real time, providing precise feedback signals. Combined with signal processing from the heaters, this enables precise control of the drum's position, speed, and temperature, thereby improving control precision in food processing, optimizing the drying process, increasing production efficiency, enhancing product quality, and ensuring hygiene and safety throughout the production process.

[0035] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. 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 drying device for food processing, characterized by, The application relates to a kind of rotary dryer, including, drum assembly, gear drive assembly, support assembly, heating assembly, discharge hopper (8), the drum assembly is connected with the gear drive assembly, heating assembly, support assembly, the discharge hopper (8) is connected with the hopper fixed profile steel (16) of support assembly, drum assembly is connected with the support assembly by roller assembly (5), the support assembly is fixed with several fixed plates on the frame (9), and the fixed plate is fixed with the whole profile steel frame, the bottom fixed plate of the frame (9) is connected with moving wheel (7) by moving wheel mounting bracket (6) in four corners, the top fixed plate of the frame (9) is fixed with the hopper fixed profile steel (16), and is symmetrically arranged with the central axis of the top fixed plate, the discharge hopper (8) is arranged at the lower end of the outlet of the inclined drum (1) in the drum assembly, the heating assembly, the gear drive assembly, roller assembly (5) are fixed on the top fixed plate, the heating assembly is below the cylindrical drum (3) in the drum assembly, the gear drive assembly is engaged with the drum assembly by the outer gear ring (2).

2. The food processing drying apparatus of claim 1, wherein The drum assembly includes an inclined drum (1), an outer gear ring (2), a cylindrical drum (3), a first guide rail (18) and a second guide rail (17), the inclined drum (1) is connected with the cylindrical drum (3), the first guide rail (18), the outer gear ring (2) and the second guide rail (17) are sequentially arranged on the outer diameter surface of the cylindrical drum (3), and the first guide rail (18) and the second guide rail (17) are annular protrusions.

3. The food processing drying apparatus of claim 2, wherein, The inclined drum (1) is provided with a plurality of second spiral blades (20) arranged in a spiral manner, and the cylindrical drum (3) is provided with a plurality of first spiral blades (19), the second spiral blades (20) and the first spiral blades (19) are uniformly arranged with the central axis of the drum assembly as the center.

4. The food processing drying apparatus of claim 1, wherein The roller assembly (5) includes a roller (15), a roller fixing column, a roller fixing bearing, and a roller fixing bracket (13), the roller fixing bracket (13) is U-shaped, the roller fixing column is connected with the roller fixing bracket (13) by penetrating the roller (15), the roller fixing column is connected with the roller fixing bracket (13) through a bearing, the bottom of the roller fixing bracket (13) is connected with the top fixed plate, the second guide rail (17) and the first guide rail (18) are supported by the roller (15), and the roller assembly (5) is symmetrically installed left and right with the central axis of the drum assembly.

5. The food processing drying apparatus of claim 1, wherein The gear drive assembly includes a driving motor (14), a driving gear (12), a motor mounting seat, a gear mounting seat and a first encoder, the driving gear (12) is fixed at both ends through a bearing and the gear mounting seat, the gear mounting seat is fixed on the upper surface of the top fixed plate, the driving motor (14) is fixed on the upper surface of the top fixed plate through the motor mounting seat, the driving motor (14) is connected with the driving gear (12) through a shaft coupling, the driving gear (12) is engaged with the outer gear ring (2), and the first encoder is connected with the driving motor (14).

6. The food processing drying apparatus of claim 5, wherein, The heating assembly comprises a heating pipe (10), a heating pipe main branch (11), a first support plate (21), and a second support plate (4). The bottom surface of the first support plate (21) is connected with two heating pipe main branches (11) on the same side. The heating pipe main branches (11) are arranged on the upper part of the top fixing plate and are symmetrically arranged along the axis of the cylindrical roller (3). The two first support plates (21) are connected by a plurality of identical arc-shaped second support plates (4). The interval between any two connected second support plates (4) is equal. The heating pipe (10) is fixed perpendicularly to the upper end surface of the second support plate (4). The heating pipe (10) is arranged in an "S" shape and perpendicularly to any two adjacent heating pipes (10) on the second support plate (4). The interval between the two adjacent heating pipes (10) is equal. The heating pipe (10) is connected with a heater. The heating pipe (10) is fixed to the outer end surface of the cylindrical roller (3). The heater is connected with the first encoder.

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