Drying equipment for food production

By designing the inner and outer clamping plates and optimizing the air supply mechanism, the problem of existing equipment being unable to dry both sides simultaneously has been solved, achieving a fast, flat, and aesthetically pleasing drying effect for food.

CN224034194UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-24SHANDONG XINHENGYUAN MASCH CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-04-25
Publication Date
2026-03-24

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Technical Problem

Existing food drying equipment cannot effectively dry both sides of food at the same time, resulting in low drying efficiency and easy deformation of food. Furthermore, traditional equipment cannot adjust drying conditions according to the shape of the food, resulting in uneven and unattractive food.

Method used

A drying device comprising an inner clamping plate and an outer clamping plate was designed. The food is clamped between the inner and outer clamping plates by a locking mechanism, and hot air is blown in from both sides of the inner and outer clamping plates by a blower mechanism for double-sided drying. The arc plate and through-hole structure are used to accelerate the heat transfer and ensure that the food is flat and aesthetically pleasing.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid drying of food on both sides, preventing food from deforming due to moisture loss and improving drying efficiency and the appearance of the food.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses drying equipment for food production, and belongs to the technical field of dryers. A feeding port is formed in the middle of one side of the box body, a rotary drying mechanism is arranged in the box body and comprises a second round frame rotationally connected with the feeding port, four sliding rails are arranged at the end, close to the interior of the box body, of the second round frame, one ends of the sliding rails are connected with a first round frame, and a cylinder is arranged at one end of the first round frame. A fixed circular plate is arranged at the end, close to the first circular frame, of the inner clamping plate; sliding blocks in sliding connection with the sliding rails are arranged on the outer side of the fixed circular plate; a first limiting part is arranged on the fixed circular plate between every two sliding blocks; an outer clamping plate is arranged on the outer side of the inner clamping plate; the second rotating shaft is rotationally connected with the first limiting part. Food is placed between the inner clamping plate and the outer clamping plate to be clamped, the two faces of the food can be dried at the same time, efficiency is higher, and the dried food is smoother and more attractive.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model belongs to, specifically, especially relates to a kind of drying equipment for food production. BACKGROUND

[0002] Food drying equipment is widely used in food production. It can extend the shelf life of food, save packaging, storage and transportation costs. However, traditional drying equipment has some problems, such as food static drying is prone to insufficient drying at the bottom or center layer. In addition, some equipment cannot adjust the drying conditions according to the shape of the food, and the sheet or strip-shaped food is prone to shrinkage and deformation during drying. Therefore, it is necessary to continuously improve the drying equipment to improve the efficiency and quality of food drying.

[0003] The patent with authorized announcement number "CN222688704U" discloses a food dryer for food production, which includes a food drying equipment body, an drying mechanism is arranged in the food drying equipment body, the drying mechanism includes a drying support plate, and drying placement plate one, drying placement plate two and drying placement plate three, a driving mechanism is arranged in the food drying equipment body for driving the drying support plate and the drying placement groove, the driving mechanism includes a sliding rail groove and two driving gears two, a collection box is also arranged in the food drying equipment body. The above-mentioned patent solves the problem of food drying, but only one side of the food can be dried, the other side is in contact with the placement plate, the drying efficiency is slow, and the food is prone to deformation during the drying process due to water loss, which is not beautiful.

[0004] To solve the above technical problems, the present application provides a solution. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a drying equipment for food production, which clamps the food between the inner clamp plate and the outer clamp plate, can dry both sides of the food at the same time, is faster, and the dried food is more flat and beautiful.

[0006] A drying device for food production includes a housing with a feeding port located at the center of one side. A rotary drying mechanism is rotatably connected inside the housing. The rotary drying mechanism includes a second circular frame rotatably connected to the feeding port. Four slide rails are fixedly connected to one end of the second circular frame near the interior of the housing. Baffles are fixedly connected to both ends of the slide rails. A first circular frame is connected to one end of each slide rail, and a cylinder is fixedly connected to one end of the first circular frame. The cylinder passes through the housing and is rotatably connected to it. Inner clamping plates are slidably connected to the four slide rails, and a fixed circular clamping plate is fixedly connected to one end of each inner clamping plate near the first circular frame. The plate has a fixed circular plate with a slider that is slidably connected to the slide rail on its outer side. A limit switch is fixedly connected to the fixed circular plate between every two sliders. An outer clamping plate is movably connected to the outer side of the inner clamping plate. A rotating shaft is fixedly connected to one end of the outer clamping plate and is rotatably connected to the limit switch. A locking tongue is fixedly connected to the other end of the outer clamping plate. A locking mechanism is fixedly connected to the inner side of the inner clamping plate near the locking tongue. The locking mechanism includes a fixed block fixedly connected to the inner clamping plate. A wrench frame is rotatably connected to the fixed block, and a fixed frame is rotatably connected to the wrench frame. The fixed frame abuts against the locking tongue.

[0007] Preferably, a through groove is provided on the inner clamping plate between every two outer clamping plates, and an arc plate is fixedly connected to the through groove near the inner side of the inner clamping plate. Three circular rings are fixedly connected at equal intervals between the four arc plates.

[0008] Preferably, the fixed circular plate has a plurality of equally spaced arc-shaped holes in the middle.

[0009] Preferably, the inner clamping plate is circular and has multiple equidistant through holes on its surface, and the outer clamping plate is arc-shaped and has multiple equidistant through holes on its surface.

[0010] Preferably, an air supply mechanism is fixedly connected to one side of the housing. The air supply mechanism includes an air supply duct fixedly connected to the housing. A fan is fixedly connected inside the air supply duct. A protective cover is provided on the air supply duct outside the fan. A dust removal baffle and a heating baffle are respectively provided at one end of the air outlet of the air supply duct. The air outlet of the air supply duct is interconnected with the inside of the housing.

[0011] Preferably, a collection box that is slidably connected to the box body is provided at the bottom of the opposite side of the air supply mechanism and below the rotary drying mechanism, and a handle is fixedly connected to the outside of the collection box.

[0012] Preferably, a steam outlet is fixedly connected to one side of the upper part of the box body, a rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the outer side of the box body of the feeding port, a box cover is provided on the outer side of the feeding port, one end of the box cover abuts against the feeding port, a sealing ring is provided at the contact position between the box cover and the feeding port, a limiting position is provided on one side of the box cover, and the limiting position is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft.

[0013] Preferably, the lid is made of transparent tempered glass.

[0014] Preferably, a driving device is fixedly connected to the feeding port facing the box body, and the extended end of the driving device is fixedly connected to the cylinder.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] 1. This utility model places strip-shaped or sheet-shaped food on the outside of the inner clamping plate, and then covers the inner clamping plate with the outer clamping plate and fixes it with a locking mechanism. During the heating and drying process of the food, the food will not shrink or fold due to moisture loss between the inner and outer clamping plates, and the food will be more flat and beautiful.

[0017] 2. The fan installed on the outside of the box draws air through the dust removal and heating process into the box. The air can not only be blown onto the food from the outer clamping plate, but also blown onto the other side of the food from the inner clamping plate through the arc plate inside the inner clamping plate for drying and heating. The food is also easier to remove; the inner clamping plate and the outer clamping plate can be pulled out from the box by simply pulling the ring. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention during operation;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the housing and air supply mechanism of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the structure of the box body, collection box, and lid in conjunction with each other;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the inner clamping plate.

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of part A in the middle;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the rotary drying mechanism;

[0025] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A magnified view of part B in the middle section;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a structural schematic diagram of the inner clamping plate from another perspective.

[0027] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the outer clamping plate.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Box body; 101. Rotating shaft one; 102. Feeding port; 2. Collection box; 201. Handle one; 3. Rotary drying mechanism; 301. First circular frame; 302. Slide rail; 303. Second circular frame; 304. Outer clamping plate; 3041. Through hole one; 3042. Locking tongue; 3043. Rotating shaft two; 305. Inner clamping plate; 3051. Through hole two; 3052. Through groove; 3053. Limiting device one; 3054. Sliding block; 3055. Fixed circular plate 3055A, Arc-shaped hole; 3056, Arc plate; 3057, Ring; 3058, Locking mechanism; 3058A, Fixing block; 3058B, Wrench holder; 3058C, Fixing bracket; 306, Cylinder; 4, Box cover; 401, Limiting device II; 402, Handle II; 5, Steam outlet; 6, Drive device; 7, Air supply mechanism; 701, Fan; 702, Air supply duct; 703, Dust removal baffle; 704, Heating baffle; 705, Protective cover. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0030] The directional terms used in the detailed description paragraphs are only for the convenience of those skilled in the art to understand the technical solutions described in this application based on the visual orientation shown in the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "setting," "installation," "connection," etc., should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 10As shown, a drying device for food production includes a housing 1. A feeding port 102 is provided in the middle of one side of the housing. A rotary drying mechanism 3 is rotatably connected inside the housing 1. The rotary drying mechanism 3 includes a second circular frame 303 rotatably connected to the feeding port 102. Four slide rails 302 are fixedly connected to one end of the second circular frame 303 near the inside of the housing 1. Baffles are fixedly connected to both ends of the slide rails 302 to prevent the inner clamping plate 305 from slipping off the slide rails 302. One end of the slide rail 302 is connected to a first circular frame 301, and one end of the first circular frame 301 is fixedly connected to a cylinder 306. The cylinder 306 passes through the box 1 and is rotatably connected to the box 1. Inner clamping plates 305 are slidably connected on the four slide rails 302. A fixed circular plate 3055 is fixedly connected to one end of the inner clamping plate 305 near the first circular frame 301. A slider 3054 that is slidably connected to the slide rail 302 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed circular plate 3055. The slide rail 302 and the slider 3054 cooperate to easily move or pull out the inner clamping plate 305 inside the box 1. A limit switch 3053 is fixedly connected to a fixed circular plate 3055 between each pair of sliders 3054. An outer clamping plate 304 is movably connected to the outside of the inner clamping plate 305. A rotating shaft 3043 is fixedly connected to one end of the outer clamping plate 304. The rotating shaft 3043 is rotatably connected to the limit switch 3053, which makes it easier to separate the inner clamping plate 304 from the outer clamping plate 305, making it convenient to lay food. A locking tongue 3042 is fixedly connected to the other end of the outer clamping plate 304. A locking mechanism 3058 is fixedly connected to one side of the inner clamping plate 305 near the locking tongue 3042. The locking mechanism 3058 includes a fixing block 3058A fixedly connected to the inner clamping plate 305. A wrench holder 3058B is rotatably connected to the fixing block 3058A. A fixing frame 3058C is rotatably connected to the wrench holder 3058B. The fixing frame 3058C abuts against the locking tongue 3042 to fix the inner clamping plate 304 and the outer clamping plate 305 when rotating, preventing the food from separating from the inner clamping plate 304 and the outer clamping plate 305.

[0032] A through groove 3052 is provided on the inner clamping plate 305 between every two outer clamping plates 304. An arc plate 3056 is fixedly connected to the through groove 3052 near the inner side of the inner clamping plate 305. Three circular rings 3057 are fixedly connected at equal intervals between the four arc plates 3056. The function of the arc plate 3056 is to guide hot air to the back of the inner clamping plate 305 for drying the inner clamping plate 305 and the back of the food. The circular rings 3057 serve to fix the arc plate 3056. Multiple equally spaced arc-shaped holes 3055A are provided in the middle of the fixed circular plate 3055. The purpose of the arc holes 3055A is to facilitate air circulation, accelerate drying efficiency, and not affect structural stability, making it more robust and durable.

[0033] The inner clamping plate 305 is circular, with multiple equidistant through holes 3051 on its surface. The outer clamping plate 304 is arc-shaped, with multiple equidistant through holes 3041 on its surface. The function of the through holes 3051 and 3041 on the inner clamping plate 305 and the outer clamping plate 304 is to allow hot air to be directly transferred to the food for drying, and to dry it simultaneously, thus increasing the drying efficiency.

[0034] like Figure 3 As shown, an air supply mechanism 7 is fixedly connected to one side of the housing 1. The air supply mechanism 7 includes an air supply duct 702 fixedly connected to the housing 1. A fan 701 is fixedly connected inside the air supply duct 702. A protective cover 705 is provided on the outside of the air supply duct 702. The function of the protective cover 705 is to prevent foreign objects from entering the fan 701 and causing damage or injury when the fan 701 rotates. A dust removal baffle 703 and a heating baffle 704 are respectively provided at one end of the air outlet of the air supply duct 702. The dust removal baffle 703 first filters out the dust in the air, and then the air is heated by the heating baffle 704 to prevent dusty air from blowing into the housing 1 and contaminating the food. The air outlet of the air supply duct 702 is interconnected with the interior of the housing 1. At the bottom of the opposite side of the air supply mechanism 7 and below the rotary drying mechanism 3, there is a collection box 2 that is slidably connected to the box 1. A handle 201 is fixedly connected to the outside of the collection box 2. The function of the collection box 2 is to collect condensate and other items generated during food drying.

[0035] A steam outlet 5 is fixedly connected to one side of the upper part of the chamber 1. A rotating shaft 101 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the feeding port 102 on the chamber 1. A cover 4 is provided on the outer side of the feeding port 102, with one end of the cover 4 abutting against the feeding port 102. A sealing ring is provided at the contact position between the cover 4 and the feeding port 102 to ensure that the inside of the chamber 1 is sealed during operation. A limit switch 401 is provided on one side of the cover 4, and the limit switch 401 is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft 101. The cover 4 is made of transparent tempered glass, which allows for constant monitoring of the food drying process inside the chamber 1.

[0036] A drive device 6 is fixedly connected to the feed port 102 facing the box 1, and the extended end of the drive device 6 is fixedly connected to the cylinder 306.

[0037] Those skilled in the art can use existing technologies they possess, such as installing appropriate mechanical limit switches or photoelectric sensors, to limit the specified positions of each actuator during the following operation process; to achieve automated operation, this utility model can use numerical control technology or PLC to control the actions of each actuator.

[0038] Working process: First, hold handle 402 to open the lid 4. Then, hold ring 3057 to pull out the inner clamp 305 and outer clamp 304. Pry open the wrench bracket 3058B in the locking mechanism 3058 to pry open the fixing bracket 3058C from the locking tongue 3042 of the outer clamp 304. Open the outer clamp 304 and place the prepared food on the inner clamp 305. After placing the food, close the outer clamp 304 and place the fixing bracket 3058C back on the locking tongue 3042. Pry the wrench bracket 3058B to fix it. Rotate the inner clamp 305 and repeat the above steps to place the food with the other outer clamp 304 facing upwards. After all the food has been placed, hold ring 3057 to slide the inner clamp 305 into the box body 1 and close the lid 4.

[0039] The second step involves starting the drive unit 6, which drives the rotary drying mechanism 3 to rotate, and activating the air supply mechanism 7 to deliver external air through the fan 701 into the air supply duct 702. The dust removal baffle 703 blocks dust from reaching the outside, and the air is then heated again by the heating baffle 704. The hot air blows through the rotary drying mechanism 3 to dry the food. During operation, the high-temperature water vapor moves along the steam outlet 5 to the outside of the chamber 1, and some of it forms condensate that flows into the collection box 2.

[0040] Third, after the food is dried, turn off the fan 701 and the drive device 6, open the box cover 4, hold the ring 3057 to remove the inner clamping plate 305 from the inside of the box, unlock the locking mechanism 3058, open the outer clamping plate 304, and remove the dried food from the inner clamping plate 305.

[0041] Finally, although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This way of describing the specification is only for clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A drying device for food production, comprising a housing (1), characterized in that: A feeding port (102) is provided in the middle of one side of the box body. A rotary drying mechanism (3) is rotatably connected inside the box body (1). The rotary drying mechanism (3) includes a second circular frame (303) rotatably connected to the feeding port (102). Four slide rails (302) are fixedly connected to one end of the second circular frame (303) near the inside of the box body (1). Baffles are fixedly connected to both ends of the slide rails (302). A first circular frame (301) is connected to one end of the slide rails (302). A cylinder (306) is fixedly connected to one end of the first circular frame (301). The cylinder (306) passes through the box body (1) and is rotatably connected to the box body (1). Inner clamps (305) are slidably connected to the four slide rails (302). A fixed circular plate (3055) is fixedly connected to one end of the inner clamps (305) near the first circular frame (301). A slider (3055) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed circular plate (3055) and is slidably connected to the slide rails (302). 54), a limiter (3053) is fixedly connected to a fixed circular plate (3055) between each pair of sliders (3054). An outer clamping plate (304) is movably connected to the outer side of the inner clamping plate (305). A rotating shaft (3043) is fixedly connected to one end of the outer clamping plate (304), and the rotating shaft (3043) is rotatably connected to the limiter (3053). A locking tongue (3042) is fixedly connected to the other end of the outer clamping plate (304). (3042) A locking mechanism (3058) is fixedly connected to one side of the inner clamping plate (305) at one end. The locking mechanism (3058) includes a fixing block (3058A) fixedly connected to the inner clamping plate (305). A wrench holder (3058B) is rotatably connected to the fixing block (3058A). A fixing frame (3058C) is rotatably connected to the wrench holder (3058B). The fixing frame (3058C) abuts against the locking tongue (3042).

2. The drying equipment for food production according to claim 1, characterized in that: A through groove (3052) is provided on the inner clamping plate (305) between each pair of outer clamping plates (304). An arc plate (3056) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the through groove (3052) near the inner side of the inner clamping plate (305). Three circular rings (3057) are fixedly connected at equal intervals between the four arc plates (3056).

3. A drying device for food production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed circular plate (3055) has a plurality of equally spaced arc-shaped holes (3055A) in the middle.

4. A drying device for food production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner clamping plate (305) is circular and has multiple through holes (3051) arranged at equal intervals on its surface. The outer clamping plate (304) is arc-shaped and has multiple through holes (3041) arranged at equal intervals on its surface.

5. A drying device for food production according to claim 1, characterized in that: An air supply mechanism (7) is fixedly connected to one side of the housing (1). The air supply mechanism (7) includes an air supply duct (702) fixedly connected to the housing (1). A fan (701) is fixedly connected inside the air supply duct (702). A protective cover (705) is provided on the air supply duct (702) outside the fan (701). A dust removal baffle (703) and a heating baffle (704) are respectively provided at one end of the air outlet of the air supply duct (702). The air outlet of the air supply duct (702) is connected to the inside of the housing (1).

6. A drying device for food production according to claim 5, characterized in that: The air supply mechanism (7) is located at the bottom of the box (1) on the opposite side. Below the rotary drying mechanism (3), there is a collection box (2) that is slidably connected to the box (1). A handle (201) is fixedly connected to the outside of the collection box (2).

7. A drying device for food production according to claim 1, characterized in that: A steam outlet (5) is fixedly connected to one side of the upper part of the box (1). A rotating shaft (101) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the box (1) of the feeding port (102). A box cover (4) is provided on the outer side of the feeding port (102). One end of the box cover (4) abuts against the feeding port (102). A sealing ring is provided at the contact position between the box cover (4) and the feeding port (102). A limiter (401) is provided on one side of the box cover (4). The limiter (401) is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft (101).

8. A drying device for food production according to claim 7, characterized in that: The lid (4) is made of transparent tempered glass.

9. A drying device for food production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feed port (102) is fixedly connected to the box body (1) with a drive device (6), and the extended end of the drive device (6) is fixedly connected to the cylinder (306).

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  • Food drying machine for food production

    CN222688704U