Pressing mechanism

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of bean product processing equipment, in particular to a pressing mechanism which solves the problem that in the prior art, a pressing plate can only make contact with the center of the top of a dried bean curd pressing plate and give downward pressure, and consequently the pressure on the periphery of the dried bean curd pressing plate is small. A pressing mechanism comprises a pressing bin and a placing opening formed in the bottom of one side of the pressing bin, a dried bean curd forming plate and a forming pressing plate are arranged at the bottom in the pressing bin, an opening is formed in the top of the pressing bin, a plurality of forming grooves are formed in the top of the dried bean curd forming plate, and a plurality of forming pressing blocks matched with the forming grooves are fixedly connected to the bottom of the forming pressing plate. A top plate connected with the inner wall of the pressing bin is arranged in the opening, an adjusting screw with one end penetrating through the top plate in a threaded mode is arranged at the top of the top plate, a center plate is rotationally connected to the bottom end of the adjusting screw, and side plates are arranged on the periphery of the center plate and connected through fixing rods. By means of the design of the four side plates and the center plate, all parts of the dried bean curd can be evenly pressed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of soybean product processing equipment technology, and in particular to a pressing mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Dried tofu, a traditional soy product, is loved by consumers for its rich nutritional value and diverse cooking methods. Pressing is a crucial step in the production of dried tofu, removing excess moisture through pressure to improve its texture and taste. With increasing market demand, improving the efficiency and quality of dried tofu pressing has become a key focus for many producers. Therefore, designing a highly efficient pressing mechanism capable of applying pressure evenly is particularly important. The pressing mechanism occupies a vital position in the soy product processing industry; as a key piece of equipment, its performance and quality have a decisive impact on the texture and taste of the finished dried tofu. Especially in the core process of dried tofu pressing, existing pressing equipment is gradually revealing significant limitations when handling pressing plates of different shapes and sizes.

[0003] Specifically, existing pressing equipment, such as the bean curd pressing box disclosed in utility model patent CN 206196852 U, improves the efficiency of bean curd pressing and is simple in structure and easy to operate, making it suitable for small workshops and home use. However, the pressure plate in the aforementioned patent can only contact the top center of the bean curd pressing plate and apply downward pressure, resulting in less pressure around the edges of the bean curd pressing plate. This uneven pressure distribution makes the pressing effect around the edges of the bean curd poor, reducing the quality and consistency of the final product.

[0004] Therefore, to address the shortcomings of existing technologies, we urgently need a pressing mechanism to solve this problem. This pressing mechanism should achieve a more uniform pressure distribution, ensuring that all parts of the tofu pressing plate receive sufficient pressure, thereby improving the quality and consistency of the tofu pressing process. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a pressing mechanism that solves the problem in the prior art that the pressure plate can only contact the top center of the bean curd pressing plate and apply downward pressure, resulting in less pressure around the bean curd pressing plate.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a pressing mechanism, including a pressing chamber and a placement opening at the bottom of one side of the pressing chamber;

[0007] The bottom of the pressing chamber is provided with a bean curd forming plate and a forming pressure plate. The top of the pressing chamber has an opening, and a top plate connected to the inner wall of the pressing chamber is provided inside the opening. An adjusting screw with one end threaded through the top plate is provided on the top of the top plate. A center plate is rotatably connected to the bottom end of the adjusting screw. Side plates are provided around the center plate. The side plates are connected to the center plate by fixing rods. The four side plates correspond to the four corners of the top of the forming pressure plate.

[0008] The bottom of the inner cavity of the pressing chamber is fixedly connected to an inclined plate, and the top two sides of the inclined plate are connected to horizontally arranged support rods through connecting plates. The bottom two sides of the bean curd forming plate are detachably connected to the top of the two support rods respectively.

[0009] The bottom of the center plate and the four side plates are all fixedly connected with abutment posts, which are made of rubber.

[0010] The top of the support rod is provided with a plug groove, and both sides of the bottom of the bean curd forming plate are fixedly connected with plug plates that are compatible with the plug groove.

[0011] The top end of the adjusting screw is fixedly connected to a rotating handle, and the outer ring of the rotating handle is provided with an anti-slip groove.

[0012] The compression chamber has a drain port on one side of the bottom of the inner cavity that corresponds to the inclined plate, and support legs are fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the compression chamber.

[0013] The pressing mechanism of this utility model, through the design of four side plates and a central plate, can achieve uniform pressure distribution, ensuring that all parts of the dried bean curd receive sufficient pressure, thereby improving the quality and consistency of the final product. Attached Figure Description

[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below.

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0016] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the top plate and the inclined plate of an embodiment of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the drain port and placement tank according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the center plate and side plate of an embodiment of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bean curd forming plate and forming pressure plate according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Pressing chamber; 2. Dried bean curd forming plate; 3. Adjusting screw; 4. Placement port; 5. Top plate; 6. Inclined plate; 7. Drain outlet; 8. Abutting column; 9. Side plate; 10. Center plate; 11. Rotating handle; 12. Connecting plate; 13. Supporting rod; 14. Forming groove; 15. Forming block; 16. Forming plate; 17. Inserting plate; 18. Inserting groove. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, but should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0022] Example 1

[0023] Please see Figure 1-5 As shown, a pressing mechanism in this embodiment includes a pressing chamber 1 and a placement opening 4 at the bottom of one side of the pressing chamber 1. The bottom of the pressing chamber 1 is provided with a bean curd forming plate 2 and a forming pressure plate 16. The top of the pressing chamber 1 is provided with an opening. The top of the bean curd forming plate 2 is provided with several forming grooves 14. The bottom of the forming pressure plate 16 is fixedly connected with several forming blocks 15 that are adapted to the forming grooves 14. The inside of the opening is provided with a top plate 5 connected to the inner wall of the pressing chamber 1. The top of the top plate 5 is provided with an adjusting screw 3 with one end threaded through the top plate 5. The bottom end of the adjusting screw 3 is rotatably connected to a center plate 10. Side plates 9 are provided around the center plate 10. The side plates 9 are connected to the center plate 10 through fixing rods. The four side plates 9 correspond to the four corners of the top of the forming pressure plate 16.

[0024] When pressing, rotate the adjusting screw 3 to apply downward pressure. The force is then evenly transmitted to the four side plates 9 through the center plate 10. The side plates 9 then distribute the pressure evenly to the four corners of the forming plate 16, so that the forming blocks 15 on the forming plate 16 can be evenly pressed into the forming groove 14 of the bean curd forming plate 2, thus completing the pressing process of the bean curd.

[0025] This design brings several beneficial effects: First, by adjusting the screw 3 and the center plate 10, uniform pressure distribution can be achieved, solving the problem in existing technologies where pressure is only applied to the center of the bean curd pressing plate, resulting in insufficient pressure around the edges. This ensures that all parts of the bean curd receive sufficient pressure, improving the quality and consistency of the final product. Second, the four side plates 9 are connected to the center plate 10 via fixing rods, further enhancing the uniformity of pressure transmission. This allows each forming block 15 to be precisely pressed into its corresponding forming groove 14, ensuring balanced pressure throughout the pressing process. Furthermore, this structure not only improves pressing efficiency but also reduces product deformation or damage caused by uneven pressure, increasing yield and production efficiency.

[0026] Example 2

[0027] Please see Figure 1-5 As shown in this embodiment, a pressing mechanism includes an inclined plate 6 fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the pressing chamber 1. Horizontally arranged support rods 13 are connected to the top of the inclined plate 6 on both sides via connecting plates 12. The bottom sides of the bean curd forming plate 2 are detachably connected to the tops of the two support rods 13. Specifically, the fixed connection of the inclined plate 6 to the bottom of the inner cavity of the pressing chamber 1, and the detachable connection of the bottom sides of the bean curd forming plate 2 to the tops of the two support rods 13, allows excess liquid to flow naturally to one side through the inclined plate 6 and be discharged through the drain port 7 during the pressing process, preventing liquid accumulation from affecting the pressing effect. This design also facilitates the installation and disassembly of the bean curd forming plate 2, making cleaning and maintenance easier and improving operational convenience and production efficiency.

[0028] The top of the support rod 13 is provided with a plug-in groove 18, and the bottom sides of the bean curd forming plate 2 are fixedly connected with plug-in plates 17 that are adapted to the plug-in groove 18. Specifically, by providing a plug-in groove 18 at the top of the support rod 13 and plug-in plates 17 that are adapted to the plug-in groove 18 on both sides of the bottom of the bean curd forming plate 2, the bean curd forming plate 2 can be quickly and accurately installed on the support rod 13, simplifying the assembly process and improving work efficiency. This plug-in design not only enhances the stability of the structure but also facilitates daily maintenance and replacement, reducing operational difficulty and time costs.

[0029] The bottom of the pressing chamber 1 has a drain port 7 corresponding to the inclined plate 6. Support legs are fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the pressing chamber 1. Specifically, the drain port 7 corresponding to the inclined plate 6 on one side of the bottom of the pressing chamber 1, and the support legs fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the pressing chamber 1, allow excess water to be guided through the inclined plate 6 to the drain port 7 during the pressing process, keeping the pressing environment dry and improving the pressing quality. The support leg design enhances the stability of the entire device, reduces errors caused by external vibration or imbalance, and ensures a smooth pressing process.

[0030] Example 3

[0031] Please see Figure 1-5 As shown in this embodiment, a pressing mechanism has abutment posts 8 fixedly connected to the bottom of the center plate 10 and the four side plates 9. The abutment posts 8 are made of rubber. Specifically, the rubber material of the abutment posts 8 provides a buffering effect when pressure is applied by the adjusting screw 3, reducing the impact on the forming plate 16 and ensuring uniform pressure distribution while protecting the equipment from damage. The use of rubber material enhances friction, prevents slippage, and further ensures the stability of pressure transmission.

[0032] A rotating handle 11 is fixedly connected to the top end of the adjusting screw 3. The outer ring of the rotating handle 11 has an anti-slip groove. Specifically, by fixing the rotating handle 11 to the top end of the adjusting screw 3 and providing the anti-slip groove, the operator can easily rotate the adjusting screw 3 using the rotating handle 11 to achieve precise control of the pressing pressure. The anti-slip groove design increases the friction between the hand and the rotating handle 11, preventing slippage and improving the safety and convenience of operation, making the entire pressing process more efficient and stable.

[0033] This solution includes the following work process:

[0034] The bottom of the pressing chamber 1 is provided with a bean curd forming plate 2 and a forming pressure plate 16. The top of the pressing chamber 1 has an opening. The top of the bean curd forming plate 2 has several forming grooves 14. The bottom of the forming pressure plate 16 is fixedly connected to several forming blocks 15 that are adapted to the forming grooves 14. Inside the opening, there is a top plate 5 connected to the inner wall of the pressing chamber 1. The top of the top plate 5 is provided with an adjusting screw 3 with one end threaded through the top plate 5. The bottom end of the adjusting screw 3 is rotatably connected to a center plate 10. Side plates 9 are provided around the center plate 10. The side plates 9 are connected to the center plate 10 by fixing rods. The four side plates 9 correspond to the four corners of the top of the forming pressure plate 16. During the pressing operation, rotating the adjusting screw 3 applies downward pressure, which is then evenly transmitted to the four side plates 9 via the central plate 10. The side plates 9 then distribute the pressure evenly to the four corners of the forming plate 16, allowing the forming blocks 15 on the forming plate 16 to be pressed evenly into the forming grooves 14 of the bean curd forming plate 2, thus completing the pressing process of the bean curd. Furthermore, an inclined plate 6 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the pressing chamber 1. Horizontally positioned support rods 13 are connected to the top of the inclined plate 6 on both sides via connecting plates 12. The bottom sides of the bean curd forming plate 2 are detachably connected to the tops of the two support rods 13. Excess liquid can flow naturally to one side through the inclined plate 6 and be discharged through the drain port 7, preventing liquid accumulation from affecting the pressing effect. This design also facilitates the installation and disassembly of the bean curd forming plate 2, making cleaning and maintenance easier and improving operational convenience and production efficiency.

[0035] This design brings several beneficial effects: First, by adjusting the screw 3 and the center plate 10, uniform pressure distribution can be achieved, solving the problem in existing technologies where pressure is only applied to the center of the bean curd pressing plate, resulting in insufficient pressure around the edges. This ensures that all parts of the bean curd receive sufficient pressure, improving the quality and consistency of the final product. Second, the four side plates 9 are connected to the center plate 10 via fixing rods, further enhancing the uniformity of pressure transmission. This allows each forming block 15 to be precisely pressed into its corresponding forming groove 14, ensuring balanced pressure throughout the pressing process. Furthermore, the top of the support rod 13 has a slot 18, and both sides of the bottom of the bean curd forming plate 2 are fixedly connected to slot 17 that match the slot 18. This plug-in design not only enhances the structural stability but also facilitates daily maintenance and replacement, reducing operational difficulty and time costs. In addition, the bottom of the center plate 10 and the four side plates 9 are all fixedly connected with abutment posts 8. The abutment posts 8 are made of rubber and provide a buffering effect when the adjusting screw 3 applies pressure, reducing the impact force on the forming plate 16, ensuring uniform pressure distribution while protecting the equipment from damage. The use of rubber material enhances friction, prevents slippage, and further ensures the stability of pressure transmission. The top of the adjusting screw 3 is fixedly connected with a rotating handle 11. The outer ring of the rotating handle 11 has anti-slip grooves, which increases the friction between the hand and the rotating handle 11, prevents slippage, improves the safety and convenience of operation, and makes the entire pressing process more efficient and stable. Finally, the bottom of the inner cavity of the pressing chamber 1 has a drain port 7 corresponding to the inclined plate 6. The four corners of the bottom of the pressing chamber 1 are fixedly connected with support legs. During the pressing process, excess water is guided through the inclined plate 6 to the drain port 7 for discharge, keeping the pressing environment dry and improving the pressing quality. The design of the support legs enhances the stability of the entire device, reduces errors caused by external vibration or imbalance, and ensures the smooth operation of the pressing process.

[0036] The above-disclosed embodiments are merely one or more preferred embodiments of this application and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this application. Those skilled in the art can understand that all or part of the processes for implementing the above embodiments and equivalent changes made in accordance with the claims of this application still fall within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A pressing mechanism, characterized by, Include: The pressing bin and the placing opening opened in the bottom of one side of the pressing bin; The inner bottom of the pressing bin is provided with dried bean curd forming plate and forming pressing plate, the top of the pressing bin is provided with opening, the inside of the opening is provided with top plate connected with the inner wall of the pressing bin, the top of the top plate is provided with adjusting screw rod with one end screwing through the top plate, the bottom end of the adjusting screw rod is rotatably connected with center plate, the periphery of the center plate is provided with side plate, the side plate is connected with the center plate through fixing rod, four side plates are respectively corresponding with the top four corners of the forming pressing plate.

2. A pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that The inner cavity bottom of the pressing bin is fixedly connected with inclined plate, the top of the inclined plate is connected with horizontally arranged supporting rod through connecting plate, the bottom of the dried bean curd forming plate is detachably connected with the top of the two supporting rods.

3. A pressing mechanism according to claim 1, wherein The bottom of the center plate and four side plates is fixedly connected with abutting column, the abutting column is made of rubber material.

4. A pressing mechanism according to claim 2, wherein The top of the supporting rod is provided with inserting slot, the bottom of the dried bean curd forming plate is fixedly connected with inserting plate matched with the inserting slot.

5. A pressing mechanism according to claim 3, wherein The top end of the adjusting screw rod is fixedly connected with rotating handle, the outer ring of the rotating handle is provided with anti-skid groove.

6. A pressing mechanism according to claim 4, wherein The inner cavity bottom of the pressing bin is provided with drainage opening corresponding with the inclined plate at one side, the bottom of the pressing bin is fixedly connected with supporting leg at four corners.

Images