Fermentation device for meat product processing

By using a belt drive assembly and a linear motor-driven suspension assembly design, the problems of frequent loading and unloading of raw materials and uneven fermentation are solved, achieving a highly efficient and uniform fermentation process and improving the processing efficiency and quality of meat products.

CN223823564UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-23SHANDONG AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520118894.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-19
Publication Date
2026-01-23
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-19

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Technical Problem

In existing meat processing fermentation equipment, raw materials need to be frequently moved in and out when suspended, which is labor-intensive and inefficient, and results in uneven fermentation, affecting quality.

Method used

The suspension assembly design, which adopts belt drive components and linear motor drive, enables a detachable connection between the suspension frame and the fixed connecting plate. The drive component drives the suspension assembly to rotate, and the suspension assemblies rotate synchronously, enhancing airflow and fermentation uniformity.

Benefits of technology

It improves the convenience and efficiency of hanging raw materials, ensures that meat products are in uniform contact with air, enhances fermentation effect and efficiency, and reduces labor intensity.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of meat product processing, and particularly relates to a fermentation device for meat product processing, which comprises a fermentation bin provided with a bin door, and a plurality of suspension components are arranged in the fermentation bin side by side at equal intervals; the hanging assembly comprises a vertical shaft rotationally installed in the fermentation bin, a row of fixing sleeves are welded to the outer wall face of the vertical shaft at equal intervals, cross beam frames are welded to the two sides of the outer wall face of each fixing sleeve, a set of fixing connecting plates are installed at the bottom ends of the cross beam frames, and hanging frames are detachably arranged on the fixing connecting plates. According to the fermentation device for meat product processing, the speed and convenience of raw material hanging are improved through detachable connection between the hanging frame and the fixed connecting plate, meanwhile, exchange of the positions of the inner cross beam frame and the outer cross beam frame is achieved through the driving assembly, raw materials do not need to enter and exit from the fermentation bin frequently during hanging, and in addition, the raw materials are convenient to use. The meat product is in a moving state in the fermentation bin, so that the uniformity and comprehensiveness of contact between the meat product and air are improved, and the fermentation effect of the meat product is favorably improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of meat product processing technology, and in particular to a fermentation device for meat product processing. Background Technology

[0002] In the meat processing industry, fermentation is an important process for enhancing product flavor and extending shelf life. With the development of the food industry, modern and standardized fermentation equipment has gradually become the mainstream in meat processing.

[0003] Many fermentation devices on the market today are filled with hooks to hang meat raw materials in order to improve the utilization of fermentation space. This design makes the hooks located at the end of the fermentation device difficult to reach. Workers need to frequently enter and exit the device to hang the raw materials, which is not only labor-intensive but also inefficient. At the same time, since the meat raw materials are in a static state inside the fermentation device, the air circulation is poor. In addition, the fermentation conditions (such as temperature and humidity) may have a gradient distribution inside the device, resulting in uneven fermentation and a decline in fermentation quality. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome the defects of the prior art mentioned above, the inventors conducted in-depth research and, after a great deal of creative work, completed this utility model.

[0005] Specifically, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a fermentation device for meat processing, so as to solve the current technical problems of workers having to frequently enter and exit the device when hanging raw materials, and the meat raw materials being in a static state inside the fermentation device.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0007] A fermentation device for meat processing includes a fermentation chamber with a door. Inside the fermentation chamber, multiple suspension components are installed side by side at equal intervals. The multiple suspension components rotate synchronously with each other through a belt drive component.

[0008] The suspension assembly includes a vertical shaft rotatably installed inside the fermentation chamber. A row of fixing sleeves is welded at equal intervals on the outer wall of the vertical shaft. A crossbeam frame is welded on both sides of the outer wall of the fixing sleeve. A set of fixing connecting plates is installed at the bottom of the crossbeam frame. A suspension frame is detachably installed on the fixing connecting plate. A row of hanging rings is welded to the bottom of the suspension frame.

[0009] As an improved technical solution, the top of the fixed connecting plate is provided with locking holes at both ends, and the top of the suspension frame is provided with L-shaped frames at both ends. The bottom of the horizontal end face of the L-shaped frame is provided with locking rods that engage with the locking holes. The distance between the vertical ends of the two L-shaped frames is consistent with the length of the fixed connecting plate.

[0010] As an improved technical solution, a rotating shaft is fixed in the middle of the top of the fixed connecting plate, and the rotating shaft is rotatably mounted on the crossbeam frame through a bearing. A belt drive assembly is installed between multiple rotating shafts.

[0011] As an improved technical solution, a drive shaft is rotatably mounted on one side of the top of the fermentation chamber, and the bottom end of the drive shaft is connected to the top end of the outermost vertical shaft. A drive assembly for driving the drive shaft to rotate is installed on the top of the fermentation chamber.

[0012] As an improved technical solution, the drive assembly includes a linear motor fixed to the top of the fermentation chamber and a gear one sleeved on the top of the drive shaft. The movable end of the linear motor is fixed with a spur rack that meshes with the gear one.

[0013] As an improved technical solution, the linear motor drives the suspension assembly to rotate forward and in reverse through a drive shaft, rotating the suspension assembly 225° each time.

[0014] As an improved technical solution, a set of arc-shaped racks is installed on the back side of the inner wall of the fermentation chamber and directly behind each suspension component. The two ends of the arc-shaped racks are welded with fixing frames, and the top of the outermost rotating shaft is fixed with a driven shaft. A gear two that meshes with the arc-shaped racks is installed on the driven shaft.

[0015] After adopting the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] 1. In this utility model, the hanging frame and the fixed connecting plate are detachably connected, allowing raw materials to be hung on the hanging frame from outside the fermentation chamber. This expands the operating space for workers when hanging raw materials, thereby improving the speed and convenience of hanging raw materials. Furthermore, the hanging frame and the fixed connecting plate are interlocked, making assembly and disassembly convenient. At the same time, the drive component rotates the hanging component 180°, rotating the crossbeam frame located deep inside to a position closer to the chamber door, realizing the exchange of positions between the inner and outer crossbeam frames. When hanging raw materials, there is no need to frequently enter and exit the fermentation chamber, and meat products can be quickly hung on the fixed connecting plate, resulting in high efficiency and reduced workload.

[0017] 2. In this utility model, multiple suspension components are driven by a belt drive assembly. That is, a single drive assembly can simultaneously drive multiple suspension components to rotate synchronously, reducing production and usage costs. The drive assembly controls the suspension components to rotate 225° clockwise and then 225° counterclockwise, causing the suspension components to swing. This keeps the meat products moving inside the fermentation chamber, improving the uniformity and comprehensiveness of contact between the meat products and air, which helps to improve the fermentation effect. It also promotes airflow inside the fermentation chamber, further enhancing the fermentation effect.

[0018] 3. In this utility model, when the suspension assembly rotates, the gears on the front and rear crossbeams mesh with the corresponding arc-shaped racks. When the gears mesh with the arc-shaped racks, they drive the driven shaft to rotate. Under the transmission action of the belt drive assembly, all the rotating shafts simultaneously drive the fixed connecting plate to rotate. While the suspension assembly is rotating, it also drives the crossbeams with the raw materials to rotate, further expanding the uniformity and comprehensiveness of the meat products' contact with air, thereby improving the fermentation effect and fermentation efficiency, and ensuring the fermentation quality. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Wherein:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a fermentation device for meat product processing according to this utility model.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the fermentation chamber of a fermentation device for meat processing according to this utility model.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the suspension assembly of a fermentation device for meat processing according to the present invention.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the separation structure of the crossbeam frame and the suspension frame of a fermentation device for meat processing according to this utility model.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0025] 1. Fermentation chamber; 2. Drive shaft; 21. Gear 1; 22. Linear motor; 23. Straight rack; 3. Suspension assembly; 31. Vertical shaft; 32. Fixing sleeve; 33. Crossbeam frame; 331. Rotating shaft; 332. Belt drive assembly 2; 333. Driven shaft; 334. Gear 2; 335. Clamping hole; 336. Fixing connecting plate; 34. Suspension frame; 341. Lifting ring; 342. Clamping rod; 343. L-shaped frame; 4. Arc rack; 41. Fixing frame; 5. Belt drive assembly 1. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0028] Meanwhile, the meaning of "and / or" or "and / or" appearing throughout the text is that it includes three options. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes option A, option B, or an option that satisfies both A and B.

[0029] Furthermore, in this utility model, descriptions involving "first," "second," etc., are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0030] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown in the figure, this embodiment provides a fermentation device for meat product processing. This fermentation device for meat product processing includes a fermentation chamber 1 with a door. Inside the fermentation chamber 1, multiple suspension components 3 are installed side by side at equal intervals. The multiple suspension components 3 rotate synchronously through a belt drive assembly 5. The belt drive assembly 5 includes a number of synchronous pulleys that are the same as the number of suspension components 3. A synchronous belt is installed between the multiple synchronous pulleys.

[0031] The suspension assembly 3 includes a vertical shaft 31 rotatably installed inside the fermentation chamber 1. A row of fixed sleeves 32 are welded at equal intervals on the outer wall of the vertical shaft 31. A crossbeam frame 33 is welded on both sides of the outer wall of the fixed sleeve 32. A set of fixed connecting plates 336 is installed at the bottom of the crossbeam frame 33. A suspension frame 34 is detachably installed on the fixed connecting plate 336. The suspension frame 34 and the fixed connecting plate 336 are detachably connected. When suspending raw materials on the suspension frame 34, it can be done outside the fermentation chamber 1, which expands the operating space for workers when suspending raw materials, thereby improving the speed and convenience of suspending raw materials. The suspension frame 34 and the fixed connecting plate 336 are snap-fit ​​connected, which is convenient and easy to install and disassemble. A row of hanging rings 341 is welded to the bottom of the suspension frame 34.

[0032] like Figures 3 to 4 As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, both ends of the top of the fixed connecting plate 336 are provided with locking holes 335, and both ends of the top of the suspension bracket 34 are welded with L-shaped brackets 343. The bottom of the horizontal end face of the L-shaped bracket 343 is welded with a locking rod 342 that engages with the locking hole 335. The distance between the vertical ends of the two L-shaped brackets 343 is the same as the length of the fixed connecting plate 336.

[0033] The installation process of the suspension bracket 34 and the fixed connecting plate 336 is as follows:

[0034] Hold the suspension bracket 34 and position the fixed connecting plate 336 between the two gears 334 on both sides. When the suspension bracket 34 is moved directly below the fixed connecting plate 336, control the suspension bracket 34 to move downward and make the locking rod 342 enter the locking hole 335 on the fixed connecting plate 336 to engage, thereby hanging the suspension bracket 34 on the fixed connecting plate 336. The upper suspension bracket 34 can then disengage the locking rod 342 from the locking hole 335, thus completing the separation between the suspension bracket 34 and the fixed connecting plate 336.

[0035] like Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, a rotating shaft 331 is fixed at the middle of the top of the fixed connecting plate 336, and the rotating shaft 331 is rotatably mounted on the crossbeam frame 33 through a bearing. At the same time, the top of the rotating shaft 331 is located above the crossbeam frame 33. A belt drive assembly 332 is installed between multiple rotating shafts 331. The belt drive assembly 332 includes a number of synchronous pulleys that are the same as the number of rotating shafts 331. A synchronous belt is installed between multiple synchronous pulleys.

[0036] like Figures 1 to 3As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, a drive shaft 2 is rotatably installed on one side of the top of the fermentation chamber 1, and the bottom end of the drive shaft 2 is connected to the top end of the outermost vertical shaft 31. A drive assembly for driving the drive shaft 2 to rotate is installed on the top of the fermentation chamber 1. The drive assembly drives the suspension assembly 3 to rotate 180°, rotating the crossbeam frame 33 located deep inside to a position close to the chamber door, realizing the exchange of positions of the inner and outer crossbeam frames 33. When suspending raw materials, there is no need to frequently enter and exit the interior of the fermentation chamber 1, and the meat products can be quickly hung on the fixed connecting plate 336, which is efficient and reduces the workload.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, the drive assembly includes a linear motor 22 fixed to the top of the fermentation chamber 1, and a gear 21 sleeved on the top of the drive shaft 2. The movable end of the linear motor 22 is fixed with a rack 23 that meshes with the gear 21.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, the linear motor 22 drives the suspension assembly 3 to rotate forward and in reverse through the drive shaft 2, and drives the suspension assembly 3 to rotate 225° each time.

[0039] Linear motor 22 drives rack 23 to rotate laterally and reciprocally. Under the meshing transmission of rack 23 and gear 21, a suspension assembly 3 is driven to rotate through drive shaft 2. Multiple suspension assemblies 3 are transmitted to each other through belt transmission assembly 5. That is, multiple suspension assemblies 3 can be driven to rotate synchronously by one drive assembly, which reduces production and use costs. The drive assembly controls the suspension assembly 3 to rotate 225° clockwise and then 225° counterclockwise, so that the suspension assembly 3 is in a swinging state, so that the meat products are in a moving state inside the fermentation chamber 1, which improves the uniformity and comprehensiveness of the contact between the meat products and the air, which helps to improve the fermentation effect of the meat products. It also helps to promote the air flow inside the fermentation chamber 1, further improving the fermentation effect.

[0040] like Figures 2 to 4As shown in this embodiment, a set of arc-shaped racks 4 are installed on the back side of the inner wall of the fermentation chamber 1 and directly behind each suspension assembly 3. The number of arc-shaped racks 4 is the same as the number of fixing sleeves 32 on a single suspension assembly 3. Fixing brackets 41 are welded to both ends of the arc-shaped racks 4, and the fixing brackets 41 are fixed to the inner wall of the fermentation chamber 1. A driven shaft 333 is fixed to the top of the outermost rotating shaft 331. A gear 334 that meshes with the arc-shaped racks 4 is installed on the driven shaft 333. When the suspension assembly 3 rotates, the gears 334 on the front and rear crossbeams 33 will mesh with the corresponding arc-shaped racks 4. When the gear 334 meshes with the arc-shaped rack 4, it drives the driven shaft 333 to rotate. Under the transmission action of the belt drive assembly 332, all the rotating shafts 331 simultaneously drive the fixed connecting plate 336 to rotate. While the suspension assembly 3 is rotating, it also drives the crossbeam frame 33 with the raw materials suspended to rotate, further expanding the uniformity and comprehensiveness of the meat products' contact with air, thereby improving the fermentation effect and fermentation efficiency, ensuring the fermentation quality. In addition, the reciprocating drive of the suspension assembly 3 ensures that the suspension frame 34 is also in a reciprocating rotation state and will not rotate in one direction all the time.

[0041] When using the material, the raw material is suspended inside the fermentation chamber 1 by hooking the hook and then hanging the hook on the hanging ring 341.

[0042] When the hanging rack 34 is full of meat products, hold both ends of the hanging rack 34 and insert them into the fermentation chamber 1. Hang the hanging rack 34 on the fixed connecting plate 336 at the end of the crossbeam 33. Hang the fixed connecting plate 336 from the inside to the outside. After the fixed connecting plate 336 on the crossbeam 33 facing outward is full, the drive component drives the hanging component 3 to rotate 180°, rotating the crossbeam 33 located deep inside to a position close to the chamber door, realizing the exchange of the positions of the inner and outer crossbeams 33. When hanging raw materials, there is no need to frequently enter and exit the fermentation chamber 1.

[0043] After the raw materials are fully suspended, the door is closed to seal the fermentation chamber 1. The process of controlling the drive component to rotate the suspension component 3 is as follows:

[0044] The linear motor 22 drives the rack 23 to rotate laterally and reciprocally. Under the meshing transmission action of the rack 23 and the gear 21, the drive shaft 2 drives a suspension assembly 3 to rotate. Multiple suspension assemblies 3 are transmitted to each other through the belt transmission assembly 5. That is, a single drive assembly can simultaneously drive multiple suspension assemblies 3 to rotate synchronously, so that the suspension assembly 3 is in a swinging state.

[0045] When the suspension assembly 3 rotates, the gears 334 on the front and rear crossbeams 33 will mesh with the corresponding arc racks 4. When the gears 334 mesh with the arc racks 4, they drive the driven shaft 333 to rotate. Under the transmission action of the belt drive assembly 332, all the rotating shafts 331 simultaneously drive the fixed connecting plate 336 to rotate. While the suspension assembly 3 is rotating, it also drives the crossbeam 33 with the raw materials suspended to rotate.

[0046] It should be understood that these embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Furthermore, it should be understood that after reading the technical description of this utility model, those skilled in the art can make various alterations, modifications, and / or variations to this utility model, and all such equivalent forms also fall within the scope of protection defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A fermentation apparatus for meat product processing, characterized in that: The fermentation chamber (1) includes a fermentation chamber with a door. Inside the fermentation chamber (1), multiple suspension components (3) are installed side by side at equal intervals. The multiple suspension components (3) rotate synchronously through a belt drive component (5). The suspension assembly (3) includes a vertical shaft (31) rotatably installed inside the fermentation chamber (1). A row of fixed sleeves (32) is welded at equal intervals on the outer wall of the vertical shaft (31). A crossbeam frame (33) is welded on both sides of the outer wall of the fixed sleeve (32). A set of fixed connecting plates (336) is installed at the bottom of the crossbeam frame (33). A suspension frame (34) is detachably installed on the fixed connecting plate (336). A row of hanging rings (341) is welded to the bottom of the suspension frame (34).

2. The fermentation apparatus for meat product processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both ends of the top of the fixed connecting plate (336) are provided with locking holes (335), and both ends of the top of the suspension frame (34) are welded with L-shaped frames (343). The bottom of the horizontal end face of the L-shaped frame (343) is welded with a locking rod (342) that engages with the locking hole (335). The distance between the vertical ends of the two L-shaped frames (343) is consistent with the length of the fixed connecting plate (336).

3. The fermentation apparatus for meat product processing according to claim 2, characterized in that: A rotating shaft (331) is fixed at the middle of the top of the fixed connecting plate (336), and the rotating shaft (331) is rotatably mounted on the crossbeam frame (33) through a bearing. A belt drive assembly (332) is installed between the multiple rotating shafts (331).

4. The fermentation apparatus for meat product processing according to claim 3, characterized in that: A drive shaft (2) is rotatably mounted on one side of the top of the fermentation chamber (1), and the bottom end of the drive shaft (2) is connected to the top end of the outermost vertical shaft (31). A drive assembly for driving the drive shaft (2) to rotate is installed on the top of the fermentation chamber (1).

5. The fermentation apparatus for meat product processing according to claim 4, characterized in that: The drive assembly includes a linear motor (22) fixed to the top of the fermentation chamber (1) and a gear (21) sleeved on the top of the drive shaft (2). The movable end of the linear motor (22) is fixed with a rack (23) that meshes with the gear (21).

6. The fermentation apparatus for meat product processing according to claim 5, characterized in that: The linear motor (22) drives the suspension assembly (3) to rotate forward and backward via the drive shaft (2), rotating the suspension assembly (3) by 225° each time.

7. A fermentation apparatus for meat product processing according to claim 6, characterized in that: A set of arc-shaped racks (4) is installed on the back side of the inner wall of the fermentation chamber (1) and directly behind each suspension assembly (3). Both ends of the arc-shaped racks (4) are welded with fixing brackets (41). The top of the outermost rotating shaft (331) is fixed with a driven shaft (333). A gear (334) that meshes with the arc-shaped racks (4) is installed on the driven shaft (333).