Fresh milk distribution system
By introducing a receiving station, distribution valve assembly, and receiving device into the fresh milk distribution system, the problems of fresh milk dripping and leakage have been solved, achieving efficient and hygienic fresh milk distribution and collection, improving the level of automation, and reducing waste and pollution.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520303830.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-23
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-25
AI Technical Summary
Existing fresh milk distribution systems are prone to milk dripping or leakage when tank trucks are connected to the system, resulting in waste and environmental pollution. Furthermore, their low level of automation makes it difficult to meet the high standards required for food processing.
A fresh milk distribution system was designed, including a receiving station, a distribution valve group, and a receiving device. The distribution valve group and the milk receiving device are controlled by a control box. The receiving point is connected to a tank truck to achieve efficient distribution of fresh milk and collection of dripping or leaking milk. Food-grade stainless steel pipes and negative pressure collection tanks are used for collection, and a cleaning system is provided to ensure hygiene.
It improves the efficiency and automation of fresh milk distribution, reduces milk waste and environmental pollution, meets the hygiene requirements of food processing, and lowers ground handling costs.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of food processing equipment, in particular to a distribution system for fresh milk processing and a receiving point device thereof, and more particularly to a device capable of distributing raw milk in a fresh milk tank truck to different processing systems according to process requirements and effectively collecting dripping or leaking milk during connection. BACKGROUND
[0002] In the dairy processing industry, after the fresh milk tank truck transports raw milk to the processing plant, the raw milk is transported to different processing systems (such as sterilization systems, concentration systems, heating systems, etc.) through a distribution system according to the production process requirements of different milk products for processing.
[0003] However, the existing fresh milk distribution system has the following problems: when the tank truck is connected to the system, dripping or leaking of milk is prone to occur, causing waste and environmental pollution. There is a lack of effective receiving devices to collect dripping or leaking milk. The system lacks adequate sanitary design, making it difficult to meet the high standards of food processing. The degree of automation is low, relying on manual operation, and the efficiency is low. Therefore, a fresh milk distribution system that can solve the above problems is needed to solve the above problems. CONTENT OF THE INVENTION
[0004] The purpose of the present application is to provide a fresh milk distribution system and a receiving point device thereof, which can efficiently and hygienically distribute fresh milk to different processing systems and effectively collect dripping or leaking milk during connection, thereby reducing waste and environmental pollution.
[0005] The present application provides a fresh milk distribution system, comprising a receiving station, wherein a receiving point for connecting a fresh milk tank truck is arranged on the receiving station, a distribution valve group is arranged at the receiving point, and a milk receiving device for receiving leaked milk is arranged below the receiving point.
[0006] It also includes a control box for controlling the distribution valve group and the milk receiving device.
[0007] Preferably, the receiving point comprises a receiving port arranged on the receiving station, a cover is arranged at the receiving port, a receiving pipe on the receiving port penetrates through the receiving station and extends to the other side of the receiving station, and a solenoid valve is arranged on the receiving pipe.
[0008] Preferably, the receiving port is two.
[0009] Preferably, the receiving port is a quick connection interface.
[0010] Preferably, the distribution valve group comprises a distribution pipe connected to the receiving pipe, a pump body is arranged on the distribution pipe, a plurality of milk pipes are connected to the distribution pipe through a three-way valve, the milk pipes are connected to the milk processing system, the three-way valve is in communication connection with the control box, and a viewing pipe is further arranged on the milk pipe.
[0011] Preferably, a flow meter is further arranged on the milk pipe.
[0012] Preferably, the distribution pipe and the milk pipe are both internally smooth food-grade stainless steel.
[0013] Preferably, the receiving device comprises a receiving groove arranged below the receiving point, a collecting pipe is arranged at the bottom of the receiving groove, a negative pressure collecting groove is connected to the receiving point through a return pipe, a liquid level sensor is arranged on the negative pressure collecting groove, and the liquid level sensor is in communication connection with the control box.
[0014] Preferably, a splash baffle is further arranged around the receiving groove.
[0015] Preferably, a cleaning system for cleaning the distribution pipe and the milk pipe is further included.
[0016] According to the above technical scheme, the fresh milk distribution system is arranged at the receiving end of the milk processing system, so that the distribution and collection of the milk transported by the tank truck can be effectively solved.
[0017] Compared with the prior art, the fresh milk distribution system has the following beneficial effects:
[0018] 1. The milk transported can be sent to each production link through the receiving point and the distribution valve group, the milk can be distributed according to the needs of each link, the production efficiency is improved, and the production progress can be coordinated.
[0019] 2. The milk dripping in the transfer process can be collected through the receiving device, the pollution to the ground is reduced, and the waste caused in the conveying process is also reduced.
[0020] 3. The milk flow direction and flow in the pipe can be controlled through the control box, the collected milk can be collected and controlled, and the operability of the fresh milk distribution system is improved.
[0021] In conclusion, the application can effectively solve the problems of milk dripping, leakage, and poor hygiene in the prior art, has the advantages of high efficiency, hygiene, and high automation, and is suitable for dairy product processing and production. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the application, the drawings required in the embodiments will be briefly introduced as follows, and obviously, other drawings can also be obtained by those skilled in the art without any creative labor on the basis of these drawings.
[0023] Fig. 1 A front-end structure schematic diagram of a fresh milk distribution system is provided for the utility model;
[0024] Fig. 2 A rear-end structure schematic diagram of a fresh milk distribution system is provided for the utility model;
[0025] In the figure: 1 receiving station, 2 receiving port, 3 cover, 4 distribution pipe, 5 upper milk pipe, 6 observation pipe, 7 control box, 8 receiving groove, 9 splash baffle, 10 negative pressure collecting groove, 11 backflow pipe, 12 collecting pipe, 13 liquid level sensor, 14 receiving pipe, 15 electromagnetic valve, 16 pump body. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0026] In order to enable personnel in the technical field to better understand the technical solutions in the application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the application will be described clearly and completely in conjunction with the drawings.
[0027] Referring to Figs. 1-2 A fresh milk distribution system includes a receiving station 1, the receiving station 1 is fixed at the position where the milk processing workshop is connected with the outside, the receiving station 1 is provided with a receiving point for connecting a fresh milk tank car, the receiving point is used for connecting the fresh milk tank car and receiving raw milk, realizing the connection of the production system and the outside, a distribution valve group is arranged at the receiving point, the raw milk is distributed to different processing systems such as the sterilization system, the concentration system, the heating system and the like mentioned in the background art through the distribution valve group, the setting of the parking connection field is reduced, and a milk receiving device for receiving leaked milk is arranged below the receiving point, the milk dripping or leaking during connection is collected, and the waste caused by the leakage of the milk in the connection link is reduced.
[0028] The control box 7 for controlling the distribution valve group and the milk receiving device is further included, the distribution of the milk is controlled through the control box 7, specifically, parameters can be set through the button mode, and the control can also be realized through the connection with the central control and the control of the central control, specifically, the control box 7 is automatically controlled by the PLC, and the operator can start and monitor the system through the HMI interface.
[0029] The utility model discloses, receiving point includes setting on receiving station 1 receiving mouth 2, receiving mouth 2 is the entrance part of this application and fresh milk tank car connection, its design needs to satisfy the requirement of quick connection, sealing reliable and easy to clean, specific receiving mouth 2 is quick -witted interface, adopts food -grade stainless steel quick -witted, it is convenient for and the quick connection and disconnect of tank car's milk outlet. The inside of joint is equipped with rubber sealing ring, ensure that there is no leakage when connecting, the receiving mouth 2 is provided with the cover 3 at receiving mouth 2, and the receiving mouth 2 needs to be plugged through the cover 3 when not using, the receiving pipe 14 on the receiving mouth 2 penetrates receiving station 1 and extends to the other side of receiving station 1, and the receiving point is one -sided connection one -sided transportation, and the electromagnetic valve 15 is arranged on the receiving pipe 14 for controlling the opening and closing of the receiving pipe 14.
[0030] Specifically, the receiving mouth 2 is two, which can simultaneously realize the connection of two tank cars or the connection of double-pipeline tank cars, and can perform larger-flow transportation, and a stainless steel filter can also be installed at the receiving mouth for intercepting impurities in raw milk.
[0031] In the utility model, the distribution valve group includes a distribution pipe 4 connected to the receiving pipe 14, and the distribution of fresh milk is realized by a main pipeline distribution pipe 4 for transportation. Specifically, the distribution pipe 4 is provided with a pump body 16, and the distribution pipe 4 is connected with a plurality of milk feeding pipes 5 through a three-way valve. The three-way valve is made of food-grade stainless steel, and can be driven by air or electricity. The milk feeding pipe 5 is connected to a milk processing system, and each milk feeding pipe 5 corresponds to a production system. The three-way valve and the control box 7 are communicatively connected, and the automatic switching of the three-way valve is realized through the control box 7. The milk feeding pipe 5 is also provided with an observation pipe 6, which is made of transparent glass. Whether the pipeline is in normal working condition can be observed through the observation pipe 6.
[0032] Further, the milk feeding pipe 5 is also provided with a flow meter, and the outlet of each milk feeding pipe 5 is provided with a flow meter. The flow can be accurately controlled according to the production requirements, and the distribution switching is realized in cooperation with the control box 7 and the three-way valve.
[0033] Further, the distribution pipe 4 and the milk feeding pipe 5 are both made of food-grade stainless steel with smooth inner surface. Specifically, 316L stainless steel can be used, which is corrosion-resistant and easy to clean. During the arrangement of the pipeline, the inner wall of the pipeline needs to be smooth and free of dead angles, so as to avoid the residue of milk. If necessary, the pipeline can be wrapped with thermal insulation material to prevent the quality of milk from being affected by environmental temperature changes.
[0034] The utility model discloses, receiving device includes the receiving groove 8 of setting below the receiving point, the opening of receiving groove 8 is rectangle, set in the receiving point just below and extend outward, thereby the maximum limit receiving fresh milk that leaks, the bottom of receiving groove 8 is provided with collection pipe 12, collection pipe 12 is used for discharging fresh milk in receiving groove 8, avoids fresh milk long time in the air, specifically, receiving groove 8 is obliquely arranged, and it is convenient for milk to flow to the inside of collection pipe 12, and collection pipe 12 is connected with negative pressure collection groove 10, and collection is carried out through the negative pressure in negative pressure collection groove 10, and the material of receiving groove 8 is food-grade stainless steel, and the surface is smooth, and it is easy to wash, and negative pressure collection groove 10 is connected on the receiving point through the return pipe 11, when the liquid level in negative pressure collection groove 10 reaches a certain height, can send back the fresh milk in the inside to production system, specifically, through pump body 16, receiving pipe 14 and return pipe 11, the fresh milk in negative pressure collection groove 10 is discharged, and liquid level sensor 13 is arranged on negative pressure collection groove 10, and negative pressure collection groove 10 carries out real-time monitoring through liquid level sensor 13, and liquid level sensor 13 is connected with control box 7 in communication, and monitoring is displayed through control box 7;
[0035] Further, the receiving groove 8 is further provided with a splash baffle 9 around the receiving groove 8, which is arranged at the edge of the receiving groove 8 and is made of transparent acrylic or stainless steel to prevent milk from splashing.
[0036] The utility model discloses, still including the cleaning system, the present application needs to clean regularly to guarantee the health of pipeline, and the receiving port 2 and each pipeline are connected to the cleaning system loop, and cleaning is carried out through lye, acid cleaning liquid and clean water, specifically, first flush the pipeline with clean water, remove residual milk, then remove fat and protein with alkaline cleaning liquid, and then remove mineral deposits with acid cleaning liquid, and finally flush with clean water to ensure that there is no cleaning liquid residue.
[0037] From the above technical scheme, the present application includes the following links when in use.
[0038] Connecting the tank car: the milk outlet of the fresh milk tank car is quickly connected with the receiving port 2 of the present application.
[0039] Starting the system: select the distribution mode through the HMI interface of the control box 7 or the central control, and can select the sterilization system, the concentration system and the heating system to start the present application to collect fresh milk and distribute.
[0040] Distributing fresh milk: switch the valve through PLC control to deliver the raw milk to the target processing system. The distribution amount is monitored in real time through the flow meter, and the system stops automatically when the set value is reached.
[0041] Collecting the leaked milk: the receiving device collects the dripping or leaked milk when connected and temporarily stores the milk, and delivers the milk to the rope system through the pump body 16 when the liquid level detected by the liquid level sensor 13 reaches the set value.
[0042] Cleaning system: when the application is used for a period of time, the cleaning system is started to clean the inside of the system, keeping the pipes clean, the cleaning of fresh milk pipes can be seen in the prior art.
[0043] Other embodiments of the application will be apparent to those skilled in the art from consideration of the specification and practice of the application disclosed herein. It is intended that the specification and examples be considered as exemplary only, with the true scope of the application being indicated by the following claims.
[0044] It should be understood that the application is not limited to the precise construction that has been described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and that various modifications and changes can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the application. The embodiments described above do not constitute a limitation of the protection scope of the application.
Claims
1. A fresh milk distribution system, comprising a receiving station (1), characterized in that: The receiving station (1) is provided with a receiving point for connecting fresh milk tankers. A distribution valve group is provided at the receiving point, and a milk receiving device for receiving leaked milk is provided below the receiving point. It also includes a control box (7) for controlling the distribution valve group and the milk receiving device.
2. The fresh milk distribution system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The receiving point includes a receiving port (2) provided on the receiving station (1), a cover (3) provided at the receiving port (2), a receiving tube (14) on the receiving port (2) passing through the receiving station (1) and extending to the other side of the receiving station (1), and a solenoid valve (15) provided on the receiving tube (14).
3. The fresh milk distribution system according to claim 2, characterized in that, There are two receiving ports (2).
4. A fresh milk dispensing system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The receiving port (2) is a quick-connect interface.
5. A fresh milk dispensing system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The distribution valve group includes a distribution pipe (4) connected to the receiving pipe (14), a pump body (16) is provided on the distribution pipe (4), the distribution pipe (4) is connected to multiple milk supply pipes (5) through a three-way valve, the milk supply pipes (5) are connected to the milk processing system, the three-way valve is communicatively connected to the control box (7), and an observation pipe (6) is also provided on the milk supply pipes (5).
6. A fresh milk dispensing system according to claim 5, characterized in that, A flow meter is also installed on the milk supply tube (5).
7. A fresh milk dispensing system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The dispensing tube (4) and the milk supply tube (5) are both made of food-grade stainless steel with smooth interiors.
8. A fresh milk dispensing system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The receiving device includes a receiving trough (8) located below the receiving point. A collection pipe (12) is provided at the bottom of the receiving trough (8). The collection pipe (12) is connected to a negative pressure collection trough (10). The negative pressure collection trough (10) is connected to the receiving point through a return pipe (11). A liquid level sensor (13) is provided on the negative pressure collection trough (10). The liquid level sensor (13) is communicatively connected to the control box (7).
9. A fresh milk dispensing system according to claim 8, characterized in that, A splash guard (9) is also provided around the receiving slot (8).
10. A fresh milk dispensing system according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a cleaning system for cleaning the dispensing tube (4) and the milk supply tube (5).