Mobile purification equipment for animal turnover

Abstract

The utility model provides mobile purification equipment for animal turnover, which is characterized in that a shell comprises a shell body and a shell door, and the shell body and the shell door jointly limit a sealed cavity; the air purification device comprises an air filtering mechanism and an air inlet mechanism, the air filtering mechanism is used for purifying air, the air inlet mechanism comprises a cleaning air opening and an air guide plate, the cleaning air opening communicates with an air outlet of the air filtering mechanism and is formed in the first wall face, and the air guide plate is arranged at the cleaning air opening. The air guide plate inclines downwards from the side close to the cleaning air opening to the side away from the cleaning air opening. The air treatment device comprises an air extraction mechanism and a treatment mechanism, the air extraction mechanism is used for extracting air in the sealed cavity, and the treatment mechanism is used for filtering the air extracted by the air extraction mechanism; the transparent observation port is arranged on the second wall surface, and the second wall surface is the top surface of the shell body. According to the mobile purification equipment for animal turnover, clean air can be provided, and peculiar smells of animals can be treated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of animal transportation technology, and in particular to a mobile purification device for animal transportation. Background Technology

[0002] In modern animal husbandry, large-scale animal transport is often necessary. For example, during the transport of piglets or breeding pigs, airborne viruses and bacteria can threaten the health of the herd. Furthermore, the odor from pig excrement can affect the transport environment and surrounding air quality. Traditional transport equipment often lacks effective air purification and odor control measures, making the pigs more susceptible to external environmental influences during transport and increasing the risk of disease transmission.

[0003] While some animal transport equipment exists on the market, most cannot simultaneously achieve efficient air purification and odor removal. Furthermore, delivering clean gas into the equipment can easily cause discomfort to the animals inside. Therefore, developing a clean transport device that combines efficient air purification and chemical filtration with a comfortable environment for the animals is of paramount importance. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a mobile purification device for animal handling, which can provide clean air and treat animal odors.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a mobile purification device for animal handling includes: a housing, the housing comprising a shell body and a shell door, the shell body and the shell door jointly defining a sealed chamber; an air purification device, the air purification device comprising an air filtration mechanism and an air intake mechanism, the air filtration mechanism being used to purify air, the air intake mechanism comprising a cleaning air outlet and an air guide plate, the cleaning air outlet being connected to the air outlet of the air filtration mechanism and being used to deliver air into the sealed chamber, the cleaning air outlet being disposed on a first wall surface, the first wall surface being disposed opposite to the shell door, the air guide plate being disposed at the cleaning air outlet, the air guide plate being inclined downward from the side near the cleaning air outlet to the side away from the cleaning air outlet, so that the air delivered into the sealed chamber by the cleaning air outlet flows downward; an air handling device, the air handling device comprising an extraction mechanism and a processing mechanism, the extraction mechanism being used to extract air from the sealed chamber, the processing mechanism being used to filter the air extracted by the extraction mechanism; and a transparent observation port, the transparent observation port being disposed on a second wall surface, the second wall surface being the top surface of the shell body.

[0006] The mobile purification device for animal handling according to the first aspect of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: Air is filtered and cleaned by an air filtration mechanism. Then, the clean air is delivered to the sealed chamber through an air intake mechanism, thereby ensuring that the animals in the sealed chamber are in a clean air environment. Simultaneously, a guide vane is installed at the cleaning air inlet to guide the airflow direction entering the sealed chamber, thereby preventing air from blowing directly onto the animals inside the sealed chamber and thus avoiding discomfort to the animals. An air handling device is also provided to prevent gases produced by the animals from polluting the external environment. Furthermore, a transparent observation port is provided on the top surface of the casing to observe the condition of the animals inside the sealed chamber.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a feeding trough is detachably provided on one side of the first wall located within the sealed cavity.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the cleaning air vent is located on the lower side of the feeding trough.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a groove is provided on the first wall surface, the groove connects the sealed chamber and the outside of the housing, the feeding trough is slidably disposed in the groove, the feeding trough slides in the groove and switches between a first state and a second state; when the feeding trough is in the first state, the feeding trough is located inside the sealed chamber; when the feeding trough is in the second state, the feeding trough is located outside the sealed chamber.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the shell body further includes a third wall surface, which is the bottom surface of the shell body. A leakage port is provided on the bottom surface, and a liquid collection container is provided outside the sealed chamber. The liquid collection container is connected to the leakage port.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a filter plate is provided above the third wall surface, the filter plate has multiple mesh holes, the filter plate is spaced apart from the third wall surface, and the filter plate is detachably connected to the shell.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the third wall surface is detachably connected to the body of the shell.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the air treatment device includes a sterilization filter and a chemical filter, wherein the sterilization filter is used for sterilization and the chemical filter is used for deodorization.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a pulley is provided at the bottom of the shell to allow the shell to slide relative to the ground.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the shell door is rotatably connected to the shell body, and a buckle is provided on the shell door for fixing the shell door to the shell body.

[0016] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of a mobile purification device for animal turnover according to this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of a mobile purification device for animal turnover according to the present invention, with the shell door removed.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of one side of the first wall of a mobile purification device for animal turnover according to this utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a mobile purification device for animal turnover according to this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal feeding trough of a mobile purification device for animal turnover according to this utility model.

[0022] Icon labels:

[0023] 1. Shell; 11. Shell body; 12. Shell door; 13. First wall surface; 14. Second wall surface; 15. Third wall surface; 16. Sealed chamber; 2. Air purification device; 21. Cleaning air outlet; 22. Air guide plate; 23. Air filtration mechanism; 3. Air handling unit; 4. Transparent observation port; 5. Feeding trough; 6. Filter plate; 7. Pulley; 8. Buckle. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The embodiments of this utility model 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 utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up and down, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, "multiple" refers to two or more. The use of "first" and "second" is for distinguishing technical features only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of technical features or their sequential relationship.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "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 utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0028] There are several reasons why animals produce odors: First, some animals, such as cats, dogs, and bears, possess anal glands that secrete anal gland fluid. This fluid has a strong odor, helping animals defecate more easily and also serving as a way for them to recognize each other. Second, animals secrete oils on their bodies to protect their fur, and these oils themselves also have a unique odor. Third, when an animal's ears, mouth, or other areas are infected with fungi or bacteria, the chemicals produced by these microorganisms cause the ears and saliva to smell bad. Because animals often lick their fur, these odors can spread throughout their bodies. In addition, the mouth, gastrointestinal tract, and skin are also common sources of odor. For example, oral diseases such as periodontal disease and tartar can cause saliva to become thick and produce a strong odor; gastrointestinal flora imbalance, abnormal food metabolism, or eating spoiled food can also produce foul-smelling stomach odor; and dirt, bacteria, and sweat secretions on the skin can combine to produce a fishy or foul smell.

[0029] Prolonged exposure to drafts can have several adverse effects on animals in cages. In a drafty environment, an animal's immune system may be suppressed, leading to decreased resistance and increased susceptibility to disease. This is because drafts can cause a drop in body temperature, affecting the normal function of the immune system. For farmed animals, prolonged drafts can also negatively impact their growth and health. For example, poultry and livestock may experience decreased appetite, slow growth, and even illness due to drafts. This not only results in economic losses for farmers but also concerns animal welfare. Prolonged drafts can also affect the comfort and mental health of caged animals. Drafts can cause animals to feel cold or uncomfortable, leading to stress or anxiety. This stress can affect normal behavior and physiological functions. Therefore, to ensure the health of caged animals, prolonged exposure to drafts should be avoided. When ventilating, ensure even and gentle airflow, avoiding direct exposure of animals to cold drafts.

[0030] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The mobile purification device for animal turnover in the first embodiment of this utility model includes: a shell 1, an air purification device 2, an air handling device 3, and a transparent observation port 4. The shell 1 includes a shell body 11 and a shell door 12, which together restrict the sealed chamber 16. The air purification device 2 includes an air filtration mechanism 23 and an air intake mechanism. The air filtration mechanism 23 is used to purify the air. The air intake mechanism includes a cleaning air outlet 21 and a guide plate 22. The cleaning air outlet 21 is connected to the air outlet of the air filtration mechanism 23 and is used to deliver air into the sealed chamber 16. The cleaning air outlet 21 is disposed on a first wall surface 13, which is opposite to the shell door 12. The guide plate 22 is disposed at the cleaning air outlet 21 and is inclined downward from the side close to the cleaning air outlet 21 to the side away from the cleaning air outlet 21, so that the air delivered by the cleaning air outlet 21 into the sealed chamber 16 flows downward. As a mobile purification device for animal transport, animals are herded into the sealed chamber 16 through the shell door 12 during transport. Taking a pig as an example, after opening the shell door 12, the pig is herded into the sealed chamber 16, and then the shell door 12 is closed. At this time, the pig's head is located at the first wall 13. Therefore, the cleaning air vent 21 is set on the first wall 13 so that the pig can directly breathe clean air. However, if the air from the cleaning air vent 21 blows directly onto the pig, it will make the pig uncomfortable and may even make the pig sick during transport. Therefore, a guide plate 22 is set at the location of the cleaning air vent 21 so that the air blows directly onto the guide plate 22 after passing through the cleaning air vent 21. The guide plate 22 can guide the direction of airflow, so that the pig can breathe clean air while avoiding the head being directly blown by the air.

[0031] The air handling unit 3 includes an extraction mechanism and a processing mechanism. The extraction mechanism draws air out of the sealed chamber 16, and the processing mechanism filters the air extracted by the extraction mechanism. When air enters the sealed chamber 16, it becomes polluted after being mixed with the pigs' breath and the odor emitted by the pigs themselves. Therefore, directly venting the air from the sealed chamber 16 would pollute the surrounding air. Especially during the transport of mobile animal handling equipment, multiple mobile animal handling devices are often placed close together. If the air exhausted from the sealed chamber 16 is not treated, the mobile animal handling devices will be in a poor air environment, putting significant pressure on the air handling unit 3 and causing substantial pollution to the surrounding environment. Therefore, the air handling unit 3 is necessary. The included air extraction mechanism draws air from the sealed chamber 16 into the processing mechanism, where it is filtered before being discharged outside the sealed chamber 16. It can even create a negative pressure within the sealed chamber 16 to prevent untreated air from escaping through gaps in the casing 1. The processing mechanism primarily eliminates the odor emitted by the pig.

[0032] A transparent observation port 4 is provided on the second wall surface 14, which is the top surface of the shell 11. During the transfer of the sealed chamber 16, the dense arrangement of the sealed chambers 16 makes it difficult to observe the internal condition of the sealed chambers 16 from the side of the shell 11. However, during the transfer process and other procedures, it is necessary to frequently observe the animals inside the sealed chambers 16. Therefore, a transparent observation port 4 is provided on the top surface of the shell 11 to facilitate observation of the animals inside the sealed chambers 16 from the top of the shell 1.

[0033] Furthermore, the first wall 13 is detachably mounted on the shell 11, or it can be rotatably mounted on the shell 11. This allows animals to enter through the shell door 12 and exit through the first wall 13 into the sealed chamber 16. This makes it easier to expel larger animals from the sealed chamber 16.

[0034] According to some embodiments of this utility model, a feeding trough 5 is detachably provided on one side of the first wall 13 located within the sealed chamber 16. When pigs are placed in the mobile purification equipment for animal turnover, a feeding trough 5 is provided on the first wall 13, i.e., at the pig's head position, to facilitate feeding. The detachable nature of the feeding trough 5 also makes it easier to add feed to the trough 5.

[0035] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the cleaning vent 21 is located on the lower side of the feeding trough 5. This is to prevent air blown from the cleaning vent 21 from entering the feeding trough 5. When air blown from the cleaning vent 21 into the feeding trough 5, the air will blow up the feed in the feeding trough 5, wasting feed and polluting the environment inside the mobile purification device used for animal movement.

[0036] According to some embodiments of this utility model, a groove is provided on the first wall surface 13, the groove connecting the sealed chamber 16 and the outside of the shell 1. The feeding trough 5 is slidably disposed in the groove, and the feeding trough 5 slides in the groove and switches between a first state and a second state. When the feeding trough 5 is in the first state, the feeding trough 5 is located inside the sealed chamber 16; when the feeding trough 5 is in the second state, the feeding trough 5 is located outside the sealed chamber 16. When it is necessary to add feed to the feeding trough 5, the feeding trough 5 is first switched to the second state, at which time the feeding trough 5 is pulled out of the sealed chamber 16, and feed can then be added to the feeding trough 5. After the feed is added, the feeding trough 5 is switched back to the first state and slid into the groove so that the animal in the sealed chamber 16 can eat.

[0037] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the shell 11 further includes a third wall surface 15, which is the bottom surface of the shell 11. A leakage port is provided on the bottom surface, and a liquid collection container is provided outside the sealed chamber 16, which is connected to the leakage port. The excrement of pigs in the mobile purification equipment for animal turnover is collected through the leakage port, thereby avoiding pollution of the environment inside the sealed chamber 16.

[0038] According to some embodiments of this utility model, a filter screen plate 6 is provided above the third wall surface 15. The filter screen plate 6 has multiple mesh holes and is spaced apart from the third wall surface 15. The filter screen plate 6 is detachably connected to the shell body 11. Pig excrement contains both solids and liquids. When solids pass through the filter screen plate 6, they are blocked by the filter screen plate 6, thus preventing solids from clogging the leakage outlet. Liquids, however, can pass through the mesh holes on the filter screen plate 6 and enter the collection container through the leakage outlet.

[0039] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the third wall surface 15 is detachably connected to the body of the shell 11. Specifically, the third wall surface 15 can be detached when cleaning pig excrement, making cleaning more convenient.

[0040] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the air handling device includes a sterilizing filter and a chemical filter. The sterilizing filter is used for sterilization, and the chemical filter is used for deodorization. The sterilizing filter and the chemical filter are arranged in series, so that gas passes through both filters sequentially before being discharged outside the sealed chamber 16.

[0041] Sterilizing filters come in various types. From an external structural perspective, they are mainly categorized as cylindrical, capsule, and plate filters. From an internal filtration material perspective, they are primarily divided into hydrophilic (water-wettable) and hydrophobic (non-water-wettable) sterilizing filters. Hydrophilic sterilizing filters are mainly used for sterilizing mixtures of water or organic solutions, and the materials used include cellulose, PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride), and PVPP (crosslinked polyvinyl chloride). Hydrophobic sterilizing filters are mainly used for filtering solvents, acids, alkalis, chemicals, and gases, and the materials used include polycarbonate, polyethersulfone (PES), polypropylene (PP), PVDF, and PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene). Furthermore, sterilizing filters can be divided into stacked (depth filters) and sieve (membrane filters or sieve filters). Stacked filters are made by calcining materials such as diatomaceous earth and glass fiber with kaolin or separately, resulting in cylindrical or disc-shaped filters. Sieve filters utilize filter membranes with dense micropores to achieve sterilization through principles such as sieve interception, adsorption, and electrostatic attraction. The principle is that bacteria cannot pass through dense microporous filter media; sterilization filters use this principle to remove microorganisms from gases or liquids. In the production of sterile preparations, especially in the sterilization process of non-terminally sterilized sterile preparations, the pore size of the filter membrane in sterilization filters generally does not exceed 0.22 micrometers.

[0042] The principle behind odor removal by chemical filters is primarily based on adsorption mechanisms, mainly including two types: physical adsorption and chemical adsorption. Physical adsorption utilizes van der Waals forces between molecules to cause pollutant molecules to adhere to the surface of the adsorbent. This adsorption is reversible, meaning that pollutant molecules can detach from the adsorbent surface under specific conditions. Common physical adsorption materials include activated carbon, which has a huge specific surface area and can effectively adsorb various gaseous pollutants, including odor molecules. Chemical adsorption involves adding specific chemical reagents to the adsorbent. These reagents react chemically with harmful gases, converting them into harmless substances. This adsorption process is irreversible because the harmful gases react with the chemical components in the adsorbent to generate new compounds. For example, using alkaline reagents to neutralize acidic gases can remove acidic pollutants. Chemical adsorption can more efficiently remove specific types of pollutants, such as ammonia and formaldehyde. Chemical filters come in various types, such as flat-plate, W-type, box-type, cylindrical, insert-plate, and V-type, to meet the needs of different applications and gaseous pollutant filtration. These filters are widely used in cleanrooms, the semiconductor industry, data centers, veterinary hospitals, and home air purification, creating a fresher and healthier breathing environment for people by efficiently removing particulate and gaseous pollutants from the air.

[0043] According to some embodiments of this utility model, a pulley 7 is provided at the bottom of the shell 11 to allow the shell 1 to slide relative to the ground. This makes the movement of the mobile purification equipment for animal handling more convenient.

[0044] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the shell door 12 is rotatably connected to the shell body 11, and a buckle 8 is provided on the shell door 12 for fixing the shell door 12 to the shell body 11. This opening and closing of the shell door 12 makes it more convenient to place the animal into the sealed chamber 16, and also facilitates locking the shell door 12 with the buckle 8 to close the animal inside the sealed chamber 16.

[0045] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model 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 the present utility model.

Claims

1. A mobile decontamination apparatus for animal turnover, characterized in that, The utility model relates to a pet feeding device, including: A shell includes a shell body and a shell door, which jointly limit a sealed chamber; An air purification device includes an air filtering mechanism and an air inlet mechanism, the air filtering mechanism is used for purifying air, the air inlet mechanism includes a clean air outlet and a guide vane, the clean air outlet is communicated with the air outlet of the air filtering mechanism and is used for conveying air into the sealed chamber, the clean air outlet is arranged on the first wall surface, the first wall surface is arranged opposite to the shell door, the guide vane is arranged at the clean air outlet, and the guide vane is inclined downward from the side close to the clean air outlet to the side away from the clean air outlet, so that the air conveyed by the clean air outlet into the sealed chamber flows downward; An air treatment device includes an air extraction mechanism and a treatment mechanism, the air extraction mechanism is used for extracting air in the sealed chamber, and the treatment mechanism is used for filtering the air extracted by the air extraction mechanism; A transparent observation port is arranged on the second wall surface, which is the top surface of the shell body.

2. The mobile decontamination apparatus of animal turnover according to claim 1, wherein, The first wall surface is detachably provided with a feeding trough on one side in the sealed chamber.

3. A mobile decontamination apparatus for animal turnover according to claim 2, wherein, The clean air outlet is arranged on the lower side of the feeding trough.

4. The mobile decontamination apparatus of animal turnover according to claim 2, characterized in that, A groove is formed in the first wall surface, the groove is communicated with the sealed chamber and the outside of the shell, the feeding trough is slidingly arranged in the groove, and the feeding trough is switched between a first state and a second state by sliding in the groove. When the feeding trough is in the first state, the feeding trough is located in the sealed chamber, and when the feeding trough is in the second state, the feeding trough is located outside the sealed chamber.

5. The mobile decontamination apparatus of animal turnover according to claim 1, wherein, The shell body further includes a third wall surface, which is the bottom surface of the shell body, a liquid leakage port is formed in the bottom surface, and a liquid collecting container is arranged outside the sealed chamber and communicated with the liquid leakage port.

6. A mobile decontamination apparatus for animal turnover according to claim 5, wherein, A filter screen plate is arranged above the third wall surface, a plurality of mesh holes are formed in the filter screen plate, the filter screen plate is spaced apart from the third wall surface, and the filter screen plate is detachably connected with the shell body.

7. The mobile decontamination apparatus of animal turnover according to claim 5, wherein, The third wall surface is detachably connected with the body of the shell body.

8. The mobile decontamination apparatus of animal turnover according to claim 1, wherein, The air treatment device includes a sterilization filter and a chemical filter, the sterilization filter is used for sterilization, and the chemical filter is used for deodorization.

9. The mobile decontamination apparatus of animal turnover according to claim 1, wherein, A pulley is arranged at the bottom of the shell body to enable the shell to slide relative to the ground.

10. The mobile decontamination apparatus of animal turnover according to claim 1, wherein, The shell door is rotationally connected to the shell body, a buckle is arranged on the shell door, and the buckle is used for fixing the shell door on the shell body.

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