Integrated beverage preparation mixer
By introducing a temperature control module and a metal material tank into the beverage preparation mixer, the problem of refrigerating beverage ingredients has been solved, enabling simultaneous refrigeration of beverages and ingredients, improving the taste of beverages and the shelf life of ingredients, while also optimizing equipment space utilization and ease of operation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-13
AI Technical Summary
Existing beverage machines require refrigeration when toppings are placed, which increases the size of the equipment and the complexity of control. Furthermore, existing technologies cannot achieve simultaneous refrigeration of beverages and toppings within a limited space.
An integrated beverage preparation mixer was designed, comprising a first storage cabinet, a material tank, and a peristaltic pump. The first storage cabinet is equipped with a temperature control module. The material tank is made of metal and achieves refrigeration of small materials through heat exchange with the first storage cabinet. It is connected to the peristaltic pump through a hose to realize beverage delivery.
It enables simultaneous refrigeration of beverages and condiments, maintains the temperature consistency of condiments, improves the taste of beverages and the shelf life of condiments, and optimizes space utilization and ease of operation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage machine equipment technology, specifically an integrated beverage preparation and mixing machine. Background Technology
[0002] Beverage machines use peristaltic pumps to precisely control the flow and delivery of beverages, thereby providing consumers with a variety of flavored drinks. These devices typically have multiple functions, such as selecting beverage types, adjusting beverage concentration, and adding toppings, to meet the needs of different consumers. The peristaltic pump pumps fluid by alternately squeezing and releasing a flexible delivery hose with rollers. When the rollers move forward, they squeeze a portion of the hose, causing that portion of the fluid to move forward. As the rollers move continuously, the fluid is continuously pumped out.
[0003] Because the troughs in beverage machines used to hold condiments also need to be refrigerated to cool and preserve the condiments and maintain their taste, it is necessary to ensure that the condiments are easy to access while also considering the refrigeration effect on the condiments and the beverages inside the machine. If an additional refrigeration module is added, the size of the equipment will increase, increasing manufacturing costs, and the circuit control will also become more complex. Utility Model Content
[0004] (I) Technical problem to be solved: In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model provides an integrated beverage preparation mixer, which has the advantages of refrigerating beverages and small ingredients at the same time, thus solving the problem of placing small ingredients.
[0005] (II) Technical Solution: To achieve the above-mentioned purpose of simultaneously refrigerating beverages and small ingredients, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an integrated beverage preparation mixer, including a beverage preparation machine body, the beverage preparation machine body is composed of a first storage cabinet, a material tank, a second storage cabinet, a water outlet and a peristaltic pump. The first storage cabinet is located at the lower part of the beverage preparation machine body and is equipped with a temperature control module inside. A beverage placement platform is provided inside the first storage cabinet. The material tank is located on the platform above the first storage cabinet. The material tank is made of metal and has a slotted shape, which can be used to place a metal basket and adjust its position along the edge. The bottom of the material tank is located inside the first storage cabinet and can exchange heat with the inside of the first storage cabinet. The second storage cabinet is located on the rear side of the platform of the beverage preparation machine body, and the peristaltic pump is located on the second storage cabinet. The peristaltic pump is connected to the second storage cabinet and the beverage placement platform in the first storage cabinet through a hose to deliver the beverage to the water outlet.
[0006] Preferably, the flexible hose of the beverage placement table in the first storage cabinet first leads to the second storage cabinet and then connects to the peristaltic pump, with a gap between the first and second storage cabinets for the hose to pass through.
[0007] Preferably, the material trough is divided into two areas by a horizontal bar in the middle.
[0008] Preferably, the beverage placement table is located in the first storage cabinet, the bottom of the material trough is in contact with the first storage cabinet, and the material trough has a hole communicating with the first storage cabinet below it.
[0009] Preferably, a small material trough is provided above the water outlet, the small material trough is embedded, and the small material trough has a constant temperature heating function.
[0010] Preferably, the flexible hose connecting the peristaltic pump and the outlet flows out of the outlet after passing through the space at the bottom of the small material trough.
[0011] Preferably, a display screen for controlling the equipment is provided above the water outlet, and the display screen is connected to the control circuit.
[0012] (III) Beneficial Effects: Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides an integrated beverage preparation mixer, which has the following beneficial effects:
[0013] 1. This integrated beverage preparation and mixing machine features a dedicated temperature control module inside the first storage cabinet. This module, through the coordinated operation of components such as the compressor, condenser, expansion valve, and evaporator, achieves temperature control, ensuring that the temperature inside the cabinet is maintained within the set range. The bottom of the material tank is located inside the first storage cabinet and is in direct contact with the gas inside. This design allows the ingredients in the material tank to be directly affected by the temperature control module, thus maintaining a consistent temperature with the beverage in the first storage cabinet. Because the material tank is made of metal, it has excellent thermal conductivity, allowing temperature to be quickly transferred to every corner of the material tank, ensuring uniform temperature changes for the ingredients. This temperature control method not only effectively extends the shelf life of the ingredients through refrigeration but also maintains the ingredients at a suitable low temperature when used, improving the taste and quality of the beverage. Furthermore, in winter, it can control heating to ensure a temperature difference in hot drinks, further enhancing the taste.
[0014] 2. This integrated beverage preparation and mixing machine features a metal, slotted material trough that easily accommodates a metal basket, allowing the basket to slide and adjust its position along the edge. This design greatly facilitates the retrieval and storage of small ingredients, enabling operators to quickly find and retrieve the required ingredients. A horizontal bar in the middle of the material trough divides it into two areas, allowing for further categorization and storage of different types of ingredients, improving management efficiency and convenience. The machine's main structure is compact and rationally designed, with efficient space utilization in the layout of its components. The first storage cabinet is located at the bottom of the machine, storing beverages and the temperature control module. The material trough is positioned on the platform above the first storage cabinet, with a connecting hole below to ensure effective heat exchange while maximizing space utilization. The second storage cabinet and peristaltic pump are located behind the platform, connected to the first storage cabinet and water outlet via a flexible hose, enabling beverage delivery and mixing. This design allows the machine to perform multiple functions within a limited space, improving ease of use and efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present utility model. Figure 1 ;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present utility model. Figure 2 ;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present utility model. Figure 3 ;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present utility model. Figure 4 .
[0019] In the diagram: 1. Beverage preparation machine body; 11. First storage cabinet; 12. Material tank; 13. Second storage cabinet; 14. Water outlet; 15. Peristaltic pump; 16. Display screen; 111. Beverage placement platform; 141. Small material tank. Detailed Implementation
[0020] 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.
[0021] Please see Figures 1-4An integrated beverage preparation and mixing machine includes a beverage preparation machine body 1, which consists of a first storage cabinet 11, a material tank 12, a second storage cabinet 13, a water outlet 14, and a peristaltic pump 15. The first storage cabinet 11 is located inside the lower part of the beverage preparation machine body 1 and has a temperature control module inside. A beverage placement platform 111 is provided inside the first storage cabinet 11. The material tank 12 is located on the table above the first storage cabinet 11. The material tank 12 is made of metal and has a slotted shape, which can hold a metal basket and adjust its position along the edge. The bottom of the material tank 12 is located inside the first storage cabinet 11 and can exchange heat with the contents of the first storage cabinet 11. The second storage cabinet 13 is located on the rear side of the table of the beverage preparation machine body 1, and the peristaltic pump 15 is located on the second storage cabinet 13. The peristaltic pump 15 is connected to the second storage cabinet 13 and the beverage placement platform 111 in the first storage cabinet 11 through a hose to deliver the beverage to the water outlet 14.
[0022] The flexible hose of the beverage stand 111 in the first storage cabinet 11 first leads to the second storage cabinet 13, and then connects to the peristaltic pump 15. A gap is left between the first storage cabinet 11 and the second storage cabinet 13 for the flexible hose to pass through.
[0023] In the beverage preparation process, some beverages require the addition of small ingredients. A metal material trough 12 for placing small ingredient baskets is set on the countertop above the first storage cabinet 11, and the bottom of the material trough 12 is set inside the first storage cabinet 11, in contact with the gas in the first storage cabinet 11. This allows the temperature control module in the first storage cabinet 11 to regulate the temperature in the first storage cabinet 11. Through the contact heat exchange between the material trough 12 and the gas in the first storage cabinet 11, the temperature in the material trough 12 can be the same as the temperature in the first storage cabinet 11, ensuring the consistency of temperature between the small ingredients and the beverage. The small ingredients in the material trough 12 are kept easily accessible and are kept refrigerated and fresh. The material trough 12 is trough-shaped, allowing the metal basket containing the ingredients to slide within it, making it easy to adjust the position and order.
[0024] The material trough 12 is divided into two areas by a horizontal bar in the middle.
[0025] The beverage placement table 111 is located in the first storage cabinet 11, the bottom of the material trough 12 is in contact with the first storage cabinet 11, and the material trough 12 has a hole below it that communicates with the first storage cabinet 11.
[0026] A small material trough 141 is provided above the water outlet 14. The small material trough 141 is embedded and has a constant temperature heating function to prevent the taste from being affected by the temperature difference between the material and the beverage after it is added.
[0027] Working Principle: During beverage preparation, some beverages require the addition of small ingredients. A metal material tray 12 is installed on the countertop above the first storage cabinet 11 for placing the small ingredient basket. The bottom of the material tray 12 is located inside the first storage cabinet 11 and comes into contact with the cold air in the first storage cabinet 11. This allows the refrigeration module in the first storage cabinet 11 to cool the material tray 12, lowering its temperature. This keeps the small ingredients in the material tray 12 easily accessible while maintaining their freshness. The material tray 12 is elongated, allowing the metal basket containing the ingredients to slide within it, facilitating adjustments to its position. The hose connected to the beverage placement table 111 in the first storage cabinet 11 first passes through the second storage cabinet 13 and then connects to the peristaltic pump 15. There is a gap between the first storage cabinet 11 and the second storage cabinet 13 so that the cold air in the first storage cabinet 11 can be transmitted to the second storage cabinet 13. The material tray 12 can also provide cooling to the second storage cabinet 13 through contact with the bottom, so as to cool and preserve the beverages stored in the second storage cabinet 13.
[0028] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.
[0029] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. An integrated beverage preparation mixing machine, comprising a beverage preparation machine body (1) composed of a first storage cabinet (11), a material tank (12), a second storage cabinet (13), a water outlet (14) and a peristaltic pump (15), characterized in that: the first storage cabinet (11) is arranged below the beverage preparation machine body (1) and is internally provided with a temperature control module, and the first storage cabinet (11) is internally provided with a beverage placing table (111); the material tank (12) is arranged on the table top above the first storage cabinet (11); the material tank (12) is made of metal and has a notch shape, can put a metal basket into it and adjust the position along the edge, and the bottom of the material tank (12) is located in the first storage cabinet (11) and can exchange heat with the first storage cabinet (11); the second storage cabinet (13) is arranged at the rear side of the table top of the beverage preparation machine body (1), and the peristaltic pump (15) is arranged on the second storage cabinet (13); the peristaltic pump (15) is connected with the second storage cabinet (13) and the beverage placing table (111) in the first storage cabinet (11) through a hose to send the beverage to the water outlet (14).
2. The one-piece beverage preparation mixer of claim 1, wherein: The hose of the beverage placing table (111) in the first storage cabinet (11) is connected to the second storage cabinet (13) first and then connected to the peristaltic pump (15); a gap is left between the first storage cabinet (11) and the second storage cabinet (13) for the hose to pass through.
3. The one-piece beverage preparation mixer of claim 1, wherein: A horizontal rod is arranged in the middle of the material tank (12) to divide it into two areas.
4. The integrated beverage preparation mixer of claim 3, wherein: The beverage placing table (111) is arranged in the first storage cabinet (11), the bottom of the material tank (12) is arranged in contact with the first storage cabinet (11), and an aperture is arranged below the material tank (12) to communicate with the first storage cabinet (11).
5. The one-piece beverage preparation mixer of claim 1, wherein: A small material tank (141) is arranged above the water outlet (14); the small material tank (141) has a constant temperature heating function.
6. The integrated beverage preparation mixer of claim 5, wherein: The hose connected with the water outlet (14) passes through the space below the small material tank (141) and then flows out from the water outlet (14).
7. The integrated beverage preparation mixer of claim 1, wherein: A display screen (16) for controlling the equipment is arranged above the water outlet (14); the display screen (16) is connected with a control circuit.