Soaking and cleaning device for vegetables

Abstract

The utility model discloses a soaking and cleaning device for vegetables, which comprises a shell, a cleaning tank is arranged at the upper end of the shell, a fixing plate is mounted in the cleaning tank and divides the cleaning tank into a primary tank and a secondary tank which are independent from each other, and cleaning mechanisms for cleaning the vegetables in the primary tank and the secondary tank are respectively arranged in the primary tank and the secondary tank; the rough cleaning conveyor is arranged in the primary tank, the conveying surface of the rough cleaning conveyor is of a screen plate structure, and the horizontal height of the conveying surface is higher than that of the upper end of the fixing plate; the movable plate is installed on the fixed plate in a liftable mode, and the movable plate can ascend till the upper end of the movable plate is higher than the conveying face of the rough cleaning conveyor so that vegetables can be cleaned in the primary groove and then descend to be lower than the conveying face of the rough cleaning conveyor, the vegetables are conveyed into the secondary groove, the vegetables are further soaked and cleaned, and the cleaning effect on the vegetables is guaranteed; and after primary cleaning is completed, the vegetables are directly conveyed into the secondary tank through the rough cleaning conveyor, and the vegetables do not need to be transferred manually.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of mechanical technology for cleaning, bleaching, drying or baking fruits or vegetables, such as coffee, cocoa, and nuts, and specifically to a soaking and cleaning device for vegetables. Background Technology

[0002] A vegetable washing machine is a device used to clean vegetables. It involves placing the vegetables to be cleaned in a washing tank and cleaning and disinfecting them using methods such as high-pressure spraying, bubble cleaning, drum friction cleaning, brush cleaning, or ultrasonic cleaning, thereby removing dirt and sand from the surface of the vegetables.

[0003] For example, the vegetable washing machine disclosed in announcement number CN207411447U includes a washing tank device for the first washing of vegetables and a washing belt structure for the second washing of vegetables. The washing belt structure includes an inclined washing conveyor belt, several spray pipes located above the washing conveyor belt, and a water pump connected to a water source. The spray pipes are connected to the water pump. Each spray pipe has at least two clean water nozzles, which are located above the washing conveyor belt and cooperate with the washing conveyor belt to spray water onto the vegetables on the washing conveyor belt for the second washing. In the second washing step, only the spray pipes are used to spray water onto the vegetables on the conveyor belt, and the surface dirt adhering to the vegetables cannot be thoroughly cleaned by the spray water, resulting in limited cleaning effect. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this utility model proposes a vegetable soaking and washing device that facilitates more thorough cleaning of vegetables, and the technical solution adopted includes:

[0005] A vegetable soaking and washing device, characterized in that it comprises:

[0006] The outer shell has a washing tank at the top, and a fixing plate is installed inside the washing tank. The fixing plate divides the washing tank into an independent primary tank and a secondary tank. The outer shell has water outlets that are connected to the primary tank and the secondary tank respectively, and water outlet valves are provided at the two water outlets. The primary tank and the secondary tank are respectively equipped with washing mechanisms for washing the vegetables inside.

[0007] A coarse washing conveyor is installed within the primary tank. The conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor is a mesh plate structure, and the horizontal height of the conveying surface is higher than the upper surface of the fixed plate.

[0008] The movable plate is mounted on the fixed plate in a height-adjustable manner. The movable plate can be raised to a position higher than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor, or lowered to a position lower than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor.

[0009] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: the upper ends of the fixed plate and the movable plate are both inclined surfaces, and the side of the inclined surface close to the coarse washing conveyor is inclined upward. When the movable plate descends to a position lower than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor, the upper surfaces of the movable plate and the fixed plate coincide.

[0010] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is: the bottom wall of the primary tank is a funnel structure, and the water outlet connected to the primary tank is located at the bottom of the funnel structure.

[0011] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: a gantry frame is provided at the upper end of the outer shell, and lifting mechanisms are respectively installed on both sides of the gantry frame, and the two sides of the movable plate are respectively installed on the lifting mechanisms.

[0012] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: it further includes a discharge conveyor, one end of which extends into the secondary trough and is located on the side of the secondary trough away from the primary trough, and the other end of which extends out of the secondary trough.

[0013] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: the cleaning mechanism in the secondary tank includes an air blower, the fixed plate is provided with an air blowing port, the air blower is connected to the air blowing port and is used to send gas into the secondary tank.

[0014] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a liftable filter screen is also installed in the secondary tank, and the filter screen is distributed on the side of the discharge conveyor that extends into the secondary tank.

[0015] The technical solution adopted by one embodiment of this utility model to solve its technical problem is: it further includes a water pump, which is connected to the primary tank and the secondary tank, and the water pump is used to send the cleaning water in the secondary tank into the primary tank.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] The outer casing of this application is provided with a primary tank and a secondary tank, in which vegetables are washed twice. The primary washing ensures that the mud or dirt attached to the surface of the vegetables is removed, and the secondary washing further soaks and washes the vegetables to ensure the cleaning effect. After the primary washing is completed, the vegetables are directly transported to the secondary tank by the coarse washing conveyor, without the need for manual transfer of the vegetables. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the vegetable soaking and washing device described in the embodiments of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the outer shell described in the embodiments of this application. Figure 1 ;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the outer shell described in the embodiments of this application. Figure 2 . Detailed Implementation

[0022] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, "multiple" means two or more; "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number; "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features or their sequential relationship.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional 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.

[0025] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, the terms "setting," "installing," and "connecting" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral molding; they can refer to a mechanical connection; they can refer to the internal connection of two components or the interaction between two components. 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.

[0026] Reference Figure 1-3This application proposes an embodiment of the vegetable soaking and washing device, which includes:

[0027] The outer casing 10 has a washing tank 11 at the upper end. A fixing plate 20 is installed inside the washing tank 11, and the fixing plate 20 divides the washing tank 11 into an independent primary tank 111 and a secondary tank 112. The outer casing 10 has water inlets that communicate with the primary tank 111 and the secondary tank 112 respectively, and water outlets that communicate with the primary tank 111 and the secondary tank 112 are also provided at the bottom. Water outlets are provided at the water outlets respectively. The primary tank 111 and the secondary tank 112 are respectively provided with washing mechanisms 90 for washing the vegetables inside.

[0028] A coarse washing conveyor 30 is installed inside the primary trough 111. The conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30 is a mesh plate structure 31, and the horizontal height of the conveying surface is higher than the horizontal height of the upper end of the fixed plate 20.

[0029] The movable plate 40 is mounted on the fixed plate 20 in a height-adjustable manner. The movable plate 40 can be raised to a position higher than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30, or lowered to a position lower than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30.

[0030] See attached document Figure 2 As shown, in the initial state, the movable plate 40 is distributed at its upper end above the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30. The movable plate 40 and the interior of the outer shell 10 enclose the coarse washing conveyor 30 inside. At this time, cleaning water is injected into the primary tank 111, and the cleaning water submerges the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30 and the vegetables on the conveying surface. The cleaning mechanism 90 set in the primary tank 111 cleans the vegetables on the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30. The mud or dirt attached to the vegetables falls into the primary tank 111 through the mesh structure 31.

[0031] The cleaning mechanism 90 includes one or two of the following: an ultrasonic device, an ozone device, an air blowing device, and a spraying device. In this embodiment, the cleaning mechanism 90 in the primary tank 111 includes an ultrasonic device.

[0032] See attached document Figure 3 As shown, after the vegetables have been washed once, the washing mechanism 90 stops, the outlet valve of the primary tank 111 opens, and the mud and sewage in the primary tank 111 are discharged from the outlet valve. The sewage in the primary tank 111 flows out to a height lower than the upper end of the fixed plate 20, and the movable plate 40 descends to a height lower than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30. At this time, the coarse washing conveyor 30 runs and conveys the vegetables on its conveying surface to the secondary tank 112. The washing mechanism 90 in the secondary tank 112 performs a secondary wash on the vegetables conveyed thereto. After the secondary wash of the vegetables is completed, the washed vegetables can be taken out.

[0033] The outer casing 10 of this application is provided with a primary tank 111 and a secondary tank 112. Vegetables are washed twice in the primary tank 111 and the secondary tank 112. The primary washing ensures that the mud or dirt attached to the surface of the vegetables is removed. The secondary washing further soaks and washes the vegetables to ensure the washing effect. After the primary washing is completed, the vegetables are directly transported to the secondary tank 112 by the coarse washing conveyor 30 without the need for manual transfer of the vegetables.

[0034] Furthermore, the upper ends of both the fixed plate 20 and the movable plate 40 are inclined surfaces, and the side of the inclined surface closest to the coarse washing conveyor 30 slopes upward. When the movable plate 40 descends to a position below the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30, the upper surfaces of the movable plate 40 and the fixed plate 20 coincide.

[0035] See attached document Figure 2 As shown, when the movable plate 40 descends to a position below the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30, the upper surfaces of the movable plate 40 and the fixed plate 20 overlap to form a complete inclined plane. The side of the inclined plane closest to the coarse washing conveyor 30 slopes upward and approaches the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30, so that the vegetables on the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor 30 can be smoothly conveyed into the secondary tank 112 after the coarse washing conveyor 30 is running.

[0036] When the vegetable soaking and washing device is in operation, it can wash multiple batches of vegetables in the primary tank 111. After each batch is conveyed into the secondary tank 112, the washing mechanism 90 in the secondary tank 112 is activated for secondary washing.

[0037] In this embodiment, the bottom wall of the primary trough 111 is a funnel structure 113, and the water outlet connected to the primary trough 111 is located at the lowest end of the funnel structure 113. After the vegetables are washed once, the mud and sand deposited on the bottom wall of the primary trough 111 will collect at its water outlet. After the water outlet valve of the primary trough 111 is opened, the deposited mud and sand will be discharged first. After the washing is completed, the water in the primary trough 111 is drained to a height lower than the upper end of the fixed plate 20 to avoid the mud and sand deposited in the primary trough 111 from affecting the washing effect, and at the same time, it helps to save water.

[0038] In this embodiment, a gantry frame 50 is provided on the upper end of the outer shell 10, and lifting mechanisms 60 are respectively installed on both sides of the gantry frame 50. The two sides of the movable plate 40 are respectively installed on the lifting mechanisms 60.

[0039] Referring to the attached drawings, the upper end of the fixed plate 20 is provided with a slot, the slot passes through both sides of the fixed plate 20, and the movable plate 40 is disposed in the slot and can be raised and lowered within the slot.

[0040] Preferably, the system also includes a discharge conveyor 70, one end of which extends into the secondary trough 112 and is located on the side of the secondary trough 112 away from the primary trough 111, and the other end of which extends out of the secondary trough 112. After the secondary washing of the vegetables is completed, the discharge conveyor 70 operates and transports the washed vegetables out.

[0041] Based on the above, the cleaning mechanism 90 in the secondary tank 112 includes an air blower. The outer shell 10 is also provided with an air blower that communicates with the cleaning tank 11. The fixed plate 20 is provided with an air inlet 21. The air blower communicates with the air inlet 21 and is used to send gas into the secondary tank 112. The gas sent into the secondary tank 112 agitates the vegetables in the secondary tank 112, causing them to tumble and turn over, so that the vegetables in the secondary tank 112 are repeatedly cleaned.

[0042] Furthermore, a liftable filter screen 80 is installed in the secondary tank 112, and the filter screen 80 is distributed on the side of the discharge conveyor 70 that extends into the secondary tank 112. When the blower is running, the filter screen 80 covers the side of the discharge conveyor 70 that extends into the secondary tank 112, so as to prevent vegetables from adhering to the discharge conveyor 70 under the action of gas.

[0043] After the secondary cleaning is completed, the filter screen 80 rises, the discharge conveyor 70 operates, and the vegetables are agitated by the blower onto the secondary conveyor for further processing and delivery. In this embodiment, the filter screen 80 is vertically and flexibly mounted inside the filter screen 80 via two hydraulic rods.

[0044] Preferably, a water pump is also included, which is connected to the primary tank 111 and the secondary tank 112. The water pump is used to send the cleaning water in the secondary tank 112 into the primary tank 111, so as to realize the conversion of secondary cleaning water into primary cleaning water.

[0045] Of course, this utility model is not limited to the above-described embodiments. Those skilled in the art can make equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of this utility model. All such equivalent modifications and substitutions are included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A vegetable soaking and washing device, characterized in that, include: The outer shell (10) has a washing tank (11) at the top. A fixing plate (20) is installed inside the washing tank (11), and the fixing plate (20) divides the washing tank (11) into an independent primary tank (111) and a secondary tank (112). The outer shell (10) has water outlets that are respectively connected to the primary tank (111) and the secondary tank (112), and water outlet valves are respectively provided at the two water outlets. The primary tank (111) and the secondary tank (112) are respectively provided with washing mechanisms (90) for washing the vegetables inside. A coarse washing conveyor (30) is installed in the primary tank (111). The conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor (30) is a mesh plate structure (31), and the horizontal height of the conveying surface is higher than the horizontal height of the upper end of the fixed plate (20). The movable plate (40) is mounted on the fixed plate (20) in a height-adjustable manner. The movable plate (40) can be raised to a position higher than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor (30) or lowered to a position lower than the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor (30).

2. The vegetable soaking and washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper ends of the fixed plate (20) and the movable plate (40) are both inclined surfaces, and the side of the inclined surface closest to the coarse washing conveyor (30) is inclined upwards. When the movable plate (40) descends to a position below the conveying surface of the coarse washing conveyor (30), the upper surfaces of the movable plate (40) and the fixed plate (20) coincide.

3. The vegetable soaking and washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom wall of the primary trough (111) is a funnel structure (113), and the outlet connected to the primary trough (111) is located at the bottom of the funnel structure (113).

4. The vegetable soaking and washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the outer shell (10) is provided with a gantry frame (50), and lifting mechanisms (60) are respectively installed on both sides of the gantry frame (50). The two sides of the movable plate (40) are respectively installed on the lifting mechanisms (60).

5. The vegetable soaking and washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a discharge conveyor (70), one end of which extends into the secondary trough (112) and is located on the side of the secondary trough (112) away from the primary trough (111), and the other end of the discharge conveyor (70) extends out of the secondary trough (112).

6. The vegetable soaking and washing device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cleaning mechanism (90) in the secondary tank (112) includes an air blower. The fixed plate (20) is provided with an air inlet (21). The air blower is connected to the air inlet (21) and is used to send gas into the secondary tank (112).

7. The vegetable soaking and washing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The secondary trough (112) is also equipped with a liftable filter screen (80), and the filter screen (80) is distributed on the side of the discharge conveyor (70) that extends into the secondary trough (112).

8. The vegetable soaking and washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a water pump, which is connected to the primary tank (111) and the secondary tank (112), and the water pump is used to send the cleaning water in the secondary tank (112) into the primary tank (111).

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