Brush roller cleaning mechanism and cleaning equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides a brush roller cleaning mechanism and cleaning equipment, and belongs to the technical field of tableware cleaning equipment.The brush roller cleaning mechanism comprises a supporting part, a first brush roller and a second brush roller; the bottom of the second brush roller is lower than the first brush roller, the linear speed direction of the bottom of the second brush roller faces the first brush roller, and the rotating directions of the first brush roller and the second brush roller are opposite. When a baking tray is conveyed to the position below the brush rollers, the first brush roller can push the baking tray to be conveyed to the direction of the second brush roller and brush the baking tray at the same time, the second brush roller can block the baking tray due to the fact that the second brush roller is lower than the first brush roller, meanwhile, the second brush roller rotates in the reverse direction, the baking tray can be brushed while the baking tray is blocked, and the baking tray is fully and effectively brushed. And the first brush roll and the second brush roll have height difference, so that the brushing angles of the baking tray are different, and the brushing effect is better.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the technical field of tableware cleaning equipment, specifically relating to a brush roller cleaning mechanism and cleaning equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Dishwashing equipment is a type of automated equipment specifically designed for cleaning tableware. Traditional dishwashing equipment primarily targets pots and pans, and therefore mostly employs a combination of spraying, brushing, and rinsing. However, with the development and increased prevalence of automated equipment, cleaning in other catering sectors has proven ineffective. Specifically, in the barbecue industry, grill pans are often clogged with food residue and grease from the grilling process, making conventional cleaning methods ineffective, and even adding standard pre-treatment modules often fails to achieve the desired cleaning results. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application aims to at least solve one of the aforementioned technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, in a first aspect, this application provides a brush roller cleaning mechanism that can solve the problem of poor pretreatment effect of baking trays.

[0004] Secondly, this application provides a cleaning device that uses the above-described brush roller cleaning mechanism.

[0005] The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to the first aspect of this application includes:

[0006] Support section;

[0007] The first brush roller is horizontally disposed on the support portion;

[0008] The second brush roller is horizontally disposed on the support and is parallel to the first brush roller.

[0009] The bottom of the second brush roller is lower than that of the first brush roller, the linear velocity direction of the bottom of the second brush roller is towards the first brush roller, and the rotation directions of the first brush roller and the second brush roller are opposite.

[0010] The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0011] The brush roller cleaning mechanism in this application has a second brush roller whose bottom linear velocity direction faces the first brush roller, and the first and second brush rollers rotate in opposite directions, i.e., the bottom linear velocity direction of the first brush roller faces the second brush roller. When the baking tray is fed under the brush rollers, the first brush roller pushes the baking tray towards the second brush roller, simultaneously brushing the tray. The second brush roller, being lower than the first brush roller, blocks the baking tray and rotates in the opposite direction, thus brushing the tray while blocking it, ensuring thorough and effective cleaning. Furthermore, due to the height difference between the first and second brush rollers, the brushing angles for the baking tray differ, resulting in a better cleaning effect. Simply placing it at the front end of the cleaning equipment effectively ensures pre-cleaning, and combined with the conveyor system of the cleaning equipment, it allows the baking tray to be smoothly pushed out and fed into the cleaning process inside the equipment.

[0012] According to some embodiments of this application, the brush roller cleaning mechanism further includes a drive assembly, which is drively connected to the first brush roller and the second brush roller for synchronously driving the first brush roller and the second brush roller.

[0013] According to some embodiments of this application, the drive assembly includes a gear set and a motor, the gear set being disposed between the rotation shafts of the first brush roller and the second brush roller, and the motor being drively connected to the gear set.

[0014] According to some embodiments of this application, the support portion defines a mounting cavity with an opening at the bottom. The first brush roller and the second brush roller are rotatably disposed within the mounting cavity, and the bottoms of the first brush roller and the second brush roller are located at the opening end of the mounting cavity.

[0015] According to some embodiments of this application, the first brush roller and the second brush roller are sequentially distributed along a first direction, the mounting cavity includes a front sidewall and a rear sidewall opposite to the first direction, the bottom of the first brush roller protrudes from the lower end of the front sidewall, and the bottom of the second brush roller protrudes from the lower end of the rear sidewall.

[0016] According to some embodiments of this application, the mounting cavity further includes a first sidewall and a second sidewall adjacent to the front sidewall and the rear sidewall, and a baffle is provided at the bottom of the first sidewall and the second sidewall, the baffle extending along the first direction between the first brush roller and the second brush roller.

[0017] The cleaning apparatus according to a second aspect embodiment of this application includes:

[0018] Wire mesh conveyor mechanism;

[0019] In any of the above embodiments, the brush roller cleaning mechanism is disposed at the front end of the mesh chain conveyor and above the mesh chain conveyor, and a cleaning channel is defined between the brush roller cleaning mechanism and the mesh chain conveyor.

[0020] The cleaning device according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0021] The cleaning equipment in this application features a brush roller cleaning mechanism positioned above the conveyor belt. When the baking tray is fed under the brush rollers, the first brush roller pushes the tray towards the second brush roller, simultaneously brushing it. The second brush roller, being lower than the first, blocks the tray and rotates in the opposite direction, brushing it while blocking it, ensuring thorough and effective cleaning. Furthermore, the height difference between the first and second brush rollers results in different brushing angles for the tray, leading to better cleaning and ensuring effective pre-cleaning.

[0022] According to some embodiments of this application, the mesh conveyor mechanism is provided with a protrusion, which is used to push tableware.

[0023] According to some embodiments of this application, the cleaning equipment further includes a housing, the mesh chain conveyor passes through the housing, the feed end of the mesh chain conveyor is located outside the housing, and the brush roller cleaning mechanism is detachably disposed at the feed end of the mesh chain conveyor.

[0024] According to some embodiments of this application, the brush roller cleaning mechanism is vertically positioned above the mesh conveyor mechanism.

[0025] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and some of these additional aspects and advantages will become apparent from the description or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The present application will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein:

[0027] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the brush roller cleaning mechanism in this application;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of one shaft side structure of the brush roller cleaning mechanism in this application;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a drive structure for the brush roller cleaning mechanism in this application;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of an overall structure of the brush roller cleaning mechanism in this application;

[0031] Figure 5 and Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a brush roller cleaning mechanism applied to a cleaning equipment.

[0032] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of one structure of the material blocking mechanism in this application. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0034] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0035] In the description of this application, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0036] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly defined, terms such as "setup," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this application in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0037] In the description of this application, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 6This application provides an embodiment of a brush roller cleaning mechanism, including a support 100, a first brush roller 200, and a second brush roller 300. Both the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 are rotatably mounted on the support 100, and their axes of rotation remain parallel. The bottom of the second brush roller 300 is lower than the first brush roller 200, and the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 rotate in opposite directions. The linear velocity direction of the bottom of the first brush roller 200 is towards the second brush roller 300, and the linear velocity direction of the bottom of the second brush roller 300 is towards the first brush roller 200.

[0039] With the structural configuration of this embodiment, when the baking tray is placed below the first brush roller 200, the first brush roller 200 will push the baking tray towards the second brush roller 300 and simultaneously brush the baking tray. Since the second brush roller 300 is lower than the first brush roller 200, it can block the baking tray. At the same time, the second brush roller 300 rotates in the opposite direction, blocking the baking tray while brushing it, so that the baking tray is thoroughly and effectively brushed.

[0040] Furthermore, due to the height difference between the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300, the brushing angles for the baking tray are different, resulting in a better brushing effect.

[0041] In practical applications, simply setting it at the front end of the cleaning equipment is sufficient to ensure the pre-cleaning effect. Combined with the conveyor of the cleaning equipment, the baking tray can be smoothly pushed out and sent into the cleaning process inside the cleaning equipment.

[0042] Furthermore, both the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 are set horizontally so that when the lower end contacts the baking tray, the force is evenly distributed, preventing the baking tray from moving around.

[0043] Reference Figure 3 In some embodiments of this application, the brush roller cleaning mechanism further includes a drive assembly, which is drively connected to the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 to synchronously drive the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300. It is understood that to ensure the best cleaning and blocking effect of the second brush roller 300 on the baking tray, it should rotate immediately upon the tray's arrival for cleaning and blocking. Therefore, this embodiment uses a single drive assembly to simultaneously drive the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300, effectively ensuring both cleaning and blocking effects on the baking tray while reducing production costs.

[0044] Specifically, in some embodiments of this application, the driving assembly includes a gear set 401 and a motor 402. The gear set 401 is disposed between the rotation shafts of the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300, and the motor 402 is driven by the gear set 401. The first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 achieve synchronous and reverse rotation through the meshing of the gear set 401. The rotation of the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 can be achieved by the motor 402 driving either gear to rotate.

[0045] In actual setup, different transmission ratios can be set to adjust the rotational speed of the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300. For example, the rotational speed of the first brush roller 200 can be greater than the rotational speed of the second brush roller 300, or the rotational speed of the first brush roller 200 can be less than the rotational speed of the second brush roller 300, or the same.

[0046] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments of this application, the support portion 100 defines a mounting cavity 101 with an opening at the bottom. The first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 are rotatably disposed within the mounting cavity 101, and the bottoms of the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 are located at the opening end of the mounting cavity 101.

[0047] Since the brush roller cleaning mechanism of this application is mainly for the pretreatment of tableware, this embodiment provides an installation cavity 101 in the support part 100 and sets the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 in the installation cavity 101, which helps to improve the integrity of the brush roller cleaning mechanism and avoid splashing of the brushed items.

[0048] Furthermore, the bottom opening of the mounting cavity 101 does not obstruct the cleaning of the baking tray, and the structural design is simple and reasonable.

[0049] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments of this application, the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300 are sequentially distributed along a first direction. The mounting cavity 101 includes a front sidewall 102 and a rear sidewall 103 opposite to the first direction. The bottom of the first brush roller 200 protrudes from the lower end of the front sidewall 102, and the bottom of the second brush roller 300 protrudes from the lower end of the rear sidewall 103.

[0050] It is understandable that the first direction is the conveying direction of the tableware during cleaning, the front sidewall 102 is the receiving end of the brush roller cleaning mechanism, and the rear sidewall 103 is the discharging end of the brush roller cleaning mechanism. In this embodiment, by controlling the bottom of the first brush roller 200 to protrude from the lower end of the front sidewall 102, it can be ensured that the baking tray makes full contact with the first brush roller 200 when it is fed under the first brush roller 200, thereby ensuring the cleaning effect. Similarly, by controlling the bottom of the second brush roller 300 to protrude from the rear sidewall 103, it can be ensured that the baking tray makes full contact with the second brush roller 300, ensuring the cleaning effect. This can avoid interference between the sidewall of the mounting cavity 101 and the baking tray, which could lead to insufficient or incomplete contact with the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300.

[0051] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments of this application, the mounting cavity 101 further includes a first sidewall 104 and a second sidewall 105 adjacent to the front sidewall 102 and the rear sidewall 103. A baffle 106 is provided at the bottom of the first sidewall 104 and the second sidewall 105, extending along a first direction between the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300. When the baking tray is fed under the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300, the first brush roller 200 applies a backward conveying force to the baking tray, while the second brush roller 300 applies a blocking force. By providing the baffle 106, the tray can be limited on both sides of the conveying direction, preventing it from escaping from one side. It also serves a protective function, preventing residues and other cleaning materials from splashing out during the cleaning process.

[0052] In some embodiments of this application, the brush roller cleaning mechanism further includes a bottom brush roller, which is rotatably disposed below the first brush roller 200 and the second brush roller 300, forming a baking tray conveying channel between the bottom brush roller and the second brush roller 300, and brushing the lower end of the baking tray during the conveying process. The number and rotation direction of the bottom brush roller can be flexibly set as needed.

[0053] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 The embodiments of this application also propose a cleaning device that uses the brush roller cleaning mechanism of any of the above embodiments.

[0054] Specifically, the cleaning equipment is equipped with a mesh chain conveyor 500, which is used to carry and transport tableware. The brush roller cleaning mechanism is located at the front end of the mesh chain conveyor 500 and above the mesh chain conveyor 500, and a cleaning channel is defined between the brush roller cleaning mechanism and the mesh chain conveyor 500.

[0055] The cleaning equipment in this application includes a brush roller cleaning mechanism installed above the mesh conveyor 500. When the baking tray is fed under the brush rollers, the first brush roller 200 pushes the baking tray towards the second brush roller 300, simultaneously brushing the tray. The second brush roller 300, being lower than the first brush roller 200, blocks the baking tray. Simultaneously, the second brush roller 300 rotates in the opposite direction, blocking the tray while still brushing it, ensuring thorough and effective cleaning. Furthermore, due to the height difference between the first and second brush rollers 200 and 300, the brushing angles on the baking tray differ, resulting in better cleaning and effectively ensuring the pre-cleaning effect.

[0056] As the conveyor belt 500 pushes the baking trays and continuously adds them in, the newly added trays push the already added trays, allowing the trays to pass smoothly through the brush roller cleaning mechanism, achieving a pre-treatment effect.

[0057] In some embodiments of this application, the mesh conveyor mechanism 500 is provided with a protrusion for pushing tableware. When the baking tray is placed in, the protrusion can hold the tray in place, pulling or pushing it smoothly through the bottom of the brush roller cleaning mechanism and into the interior of the cleaning equipment for cleaning. The specific structure of the protrusion can be designed with reference to relevant prior art, or according to the specific structural shape of the baking tray.

[0058] Reference Figure 5 In some embodiments of this application, the cleaning equipment further includes a housing, a mesh conveyor mechanism 500 passing through the housing, and the feed end of the mesh conveyor mechanism 500 located outside the housing. The brush roller cleaning mechanism is detachably mounted on the feed end of the mesh conveyor mechanism 500. With the structural configuration of this embodiment, the brush roller cleaning mechanism is applied as a detachable module in the cleaning equipment, which can be used for the modification of existing cleaning equipment or installed in new machine designs, making it suitable for widespread adoption.

[0059] In some embodiments of this application, the brush roller cleaning mechanism is lifted and positioned above the mesh conveyor mechanism 500. It is understood that the second brush roller 300 obstructs the conveying of tableware. In cases where some tableware does not require such intensive pre-treatment, the structure of this embodiment allows the brush roller cleaning mechanism to be lifted upwards, enabling the tableware to be quickly fed into the cleaning equipment, thus making the usage more flexible.

[0060] Specifically, a cylinder can be used to lift the brush roller cleaning mechanism, or a motor chain structure can be used for lifting control; these will not be listed in detail here.

[0061] Reference Figure 7In some embodiments of this application, the cleaning equipment further includes a baffle mechanism, which is disposed at the feed end of the brush roller cleaning mechanism to limit the speed at which the baking tray is fed into the brush roller cleaning mechanism. Specifically, the baffle mechanism includes two baffle levers 601, which are vertically rotatably mounted on the support, and the distance between the two baffle levers 601 is greater than the width or outer diameter of the baking tray. Baffle plates 602 are disposed at the opposing lower ends of the two baffle levers 601, and the distance between the two baffle plates 602 is less than the width or outer diameter of the baking tray. Meanwhile, a spring 603 is connected between the upper ends of the two baffle levers 601.

[0062] When the baking tray is fed in, it will push the baffle 602 to rotate. Under the action of the spring 603, the baffle 602 will apply resistance to the baking tray, which can prevent the baking tray from being driven into the tray quickly by the first brush roller 200 during the feeding stage, thus extending the brushing time of the first brush roller 200. The baffle 602 can adopt a structure with a high coefficient of friction, such as a food-grade silicone structure.

[0063] It is understood that the structural design in this application is not only applicable to cleaning baking pans, but also to other tableware that is difficult to clean, such as baking racks.

[0064] The embodiments of this application have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this application is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of this application. Furthermore, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

Claims

1. A brush roller cleaning mechanism, characterized in that, include: Support section; The first brush roller is horizontally disposed on the support portion; The second brush roller is horizontally disposed on the support and is parallel to the first brush roller. The bottom of the second brush roller is lower than that of the first brush roller, the linear velocity direction of the bottom of the second brush roller is towards the first brush roller, and the rotation directions of the first brush roller and the second brush roller are opposite.

2. The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The brush roller cleaning mechanism further includes a drive assembly, which is connected to the first brush roller and the second brush roller for synchronously driving the first brush roller and the second brush roller.

3. The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes a gear set and a motor. The gear set is disposed between the rotation shafts of the first brush roller and the second brush roller, and the motor is drivenly connected to the gear set.

4. The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support portion defines a mounting cavity with an opening at the bottom. The first brush roller and the second brush roller are rotatably disposed within the mounting cavity, and the bottoms of the first brush roller and the second brush roller are located at the opening end of the mounting cavity.

5. The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first brush roller and the second brush roller are distributed sequentially along a first direction. The mounting cavity includes a front sidewall and a rear sidewall opposite to the first direction. The bottom of the first brush roller protrudes from the lower end of the front sidewall, and the bottom of the second brush roller protrudes from the lower end of the rear sidewall.

6. The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The mounting cavity also includes a first sidewall and a second sidewall adjacent to the front sidewall and the rear sidewall. A baffle is provided at the bottom of the first sidewall and the second sidewall, and the baffle extends along the first direction between the first brush roller and the second brush roller.

7. A cleaning device, characterized in that, include: Wire mesh conveyor mechanism; The brush roller cleaning mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the brush roller cleaning mechanism is disposed at the front end of the mesh chain conveyor and above the mesh chain conveyor, and a cleaning channel is defined between the brush roller cleaning mechanism and the mesh chain conveyor.

8. The cleaning equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The mesh conveyor mechanism is provided with a protrusion, which is used to push the tableware.

9. The cleaning equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The cleaning equipment also includes a housing, through which the mesh chain conveyor passes, with the feed end of the mesh chain conveyor located outside the housing, and the brush roller cleaning mechanism detachably mounted on the feed end of the mesh chain conveyor.

10. The cleaning equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The brush roller cleaning mechanism is vertically mounted above the mesh conveyor mechanism.

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