Rhizome cleaning equipment for Chinese herbal medicine production

By designing a root and stem cleaning device for traditional Chinese medicine production with a vibration motor and cleaning nozzle, the problem of existing equipment being unable to thoroughly rinse and separate wet and dry parts has been solved, achieving a highly efficient cleaning effect and a pollution-free cleaning process.

CN224114675UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14JIANGXI KERUN TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE DECOCTION CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-19
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing equipment for cleaning the roots and stems of Chinese herbal medicines cannot achieve thorough rinsing and dry-wet separation, resulting in poor cleaning effect and easy secondary pollution.

Method used

A cleaning device comprising a wastewater collection tank, a strip-shaped cleaning chamber, and a horizontal top plate was designed. It is equipped with a vibration motor and cleaning nozzles. The vibration motor drives the horizontal top plate to vibrate, and the cleaning nozzles are used to thoroughly rinse and separate the roots and stems of Chinese herbal medicines. Combined with the wastewater collection tank, the wastewater is collected and discharged in a centralized manner.

Benefits of technology

It achieves thorough rinsing and dry-wet separation of the roots and stems of Chinese herbal medicines, avoids secondary pollution, improves the cleaning effect, and accelerates the cleaning process through the vibration of the vibrating motor.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of Chinese herbal medicine rhizome cleaning, in particular to Chinese herbal medicine production rhizome cleaning equipment which comprises a waste water collecting box, a strip-shaped cleaning bin and a horizontal top plate, elastic rubber vertical plates are installed at the two ends of the top of the waste water collecting box through bolts, and the horizontal top plate is installed at the tops of the elastic rubber vertical plates through bolts. Vibration motors are mounted at the two ends of the horizontal top plate through mounting bases, and connecting blocks are connected to the corners of the bottom of the horizontal top plate through supporting springs. A strip-shaped cleaning bin is welded between the connecting blocks, and a net plate is installed at the bottom of the strip-shaped cleaning bin through screws. According to the Chinese herbal medicine production rhizome cleaning equipment, Chinese herbal medicine production rhizomes are comprehensively washed, dry-wet separation is achieved, secondary pollution is avoided, the Chinese herbal medicine production rhizomes in the strip-shaped cleaning bin are rapidly vibrated, and the cleaning effect is greatly improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cleaning technology for the roots and stems of traditional Chinese medicine, and specifically to a device for cleaning the roots and stems of traditional Chinese medicine production. Background Technology

[0002] Cleaning the roots and stems of Chinese medicinal herbs is a crucial step in the production process, essential for ensuring the quality of the herbs and the effectiveness of subsequent processing. The main purpose of cleaning the roots and stems is to remove impurities such as soil, sand, and dust from the surface of the herbs, as well as some microorganisms and pesticide residues, thereby ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the herbs. Specialized equipment for cleaning the roots and stems of Chinese medicinal herbs is required for this process.

[0003] Existing equipment for cleaning the roots and stems of Chinese herbal medicines cannot thoroughly rinse the roots and stems to achieve dry-wet separation and avoid secondary pollution. It also cannot make the roots and stems in the strip-shaped cleaning chamber vibrate rapidly to greatly improve the cleaning effect. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problems in the existing technology, this utility model provides a root and stem cleaning device for Chinese herbal medicine production. The device thoroughly rinses the roots and stems of Chinese herbal medicine production, achieving dry and wet separation, avoiding secondary pollution, and causing rapid vibration of the roots and stems in the strip-shaped cleaning chamber, which greatly improves the cleaning effect.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is a root and stem cleaning equipment for Chinese herbal medicine production, including a wastewater collection tank, a strip-shaped cleaning chamber and a horizontal top plate. The top two ends of the wastewater collection tank are bolted to elastic rubber vertical plates, and the top of the elastic rubber vertical plates is bolted to a horizontal top plate. Vibration motors are mounted on the two ends of the horizontal top plate through mounting seats. A connecting block is connected to the bottom corner of the horizontal top plate through a support spring.

[0006] A strip-shaped cleaning chamber is welded between the connecting blocks, and a mesh plate is installed at the bottom of the strip-shaped cleaning chamber by screws. Cleaning nozzles are installed at equal intervals on both sides of the strip-shaped cleaning chamber through mounting holes, and the spraying end of the cleaning nozzle is located inside the strip-shaped cleaning chamber.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, the herbal medicine root and stem cleaning equipment thoroughly rinses the herbal medicine roots and stems, achieving dry and wet separation, avoiding secondary pollution, and causing the herbal medicine roots and stems in the strip cleaning chamber to vibrate rapidly, greatly improving the cleaning effect.

[0008] Specifically, both ends of the support spring are connected to the horizontal top plate and the connecting block respectively through positioning plates and positioning bolts.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the connecting block and the horizontal top plate are connected by positioning plates and positioning bolts respectively.

[0010] Specifically, the input end of the cleaning nozzle is connected to a water supply pipe.

[0011] Specifically, the wastewater collection tank is equipped with brakeable casters at the bottom corner by bolts.

[0012] Specifically, the strip-shaped cleaning chamber is located at the upper end of the wastewater collection tank.

[0013] Specifically, one end of the wastewater collection tank is connected to a drain pipe, and a control valve is installed on the drain pipe.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the control valve can be opened to facilitate the discharge of wastewater from the wastewater collection tank via the drain pipe.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] (1) The herbal medicine production root and stem cleaning equipment described in this utility model uses brakeable casters to facilitate moving the whole equipment to a designated location for use. The water inlet end of the water supply pipe is connected to the water supply pump body. The herbal medicine production roots and stems are arranged in rows in the strip cleaning chamber. The water supply pump body draws the cleaning water into the cleaning nozzle and sprays it out to thoroughly rinse the herbal medicine production roots and stems. The rinsing liquid leaks into the wastewater collection tank through the mesh plate to achieve dry and wet separation and avoid secondary pollution.

[0017] (2) The present invention provides a root and stem cleaning device for Chinese herbal medicine production. The device is connected to the power supply of the vibration motor and uses the vibration motor to drive the horizontal top plate to vibrate. Under the linkage of the support spring, the root and stem of Chinese herbal medicine production in the strip cleaning chamber vibrates rapidly, which greatly improves the cleaning effect. The wastewater collection box is used to collect the cleaning wastewater in a centralized manner, and the control valve is opened to discharge the wastewater in the wastewater collection box through the drain pipe. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the mesh structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning plate structure of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Drain pipe; 2. Brake-operated caster wheel; 3. Control valve; 4. Wastewater collection tank; 5. Elastic rubber vertical plate; 6. Vibration motor; 7. Horizontal top plate; 8. Support spring; 9. Connecting block; 10. Strip cleaning chamber; 11. Cleaning nozzle; 12. Water supply pipe; 13. Mesh plate; 14. Positioning plate. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0024] To ensure thorough rinsing of the roots and stems used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) production, achieving dry-wet separation and preventing secondary contamination, the equipment utilizes rapid vibration within the strip-shaped cleaning chamber 10 to significantly improve the cleaning effect. Figure 1-3 As shown, the present invention provides a root and stem cleaning device for the production of traditional Chinese medicine, comprising a wastewater collection tank 4, a strip-shaped cleaning chamber 10, and a horizontal top plate 7. The top two ends of the wastewater collection tank 4 are bolted to elastic rubber vertical plates 5, and the top of the elastic rubber vertical plates 5 is bolted to the horizontal top plate 7. The two ends of the horizontal top plate 7 are mounted with vibration motors 6 via mounting seats, and the bottom corner of the horizontal top plate 7 is connected to a connecting block 9 via a support spring 8.

[0025] A strip cleaning chamber 10 is welded between the connecting blocks 9, and a mesh plate 13 is installed at the bottom of the strip cleaning chamber 10 by screws. Cleaning nozzles 11 are installed at equal intervals on both sides of the strip cleaning chamber 10 through mounting holes, and the spraying end of the cleaning nozzles 11 is located inside the strip cleaning chamber 10.

[0026] During use, the herbal medicine root and stem cleaning equipment thoroughly rinses the herbal medicine roots and stems, achieving dry and wet separation and avoiding secondary pollution. The herbal medicine roots and stems in the strip cleaning chamber 10 vibrate rapidly, greatly improving the cleaning effect.

[0027] For example, such as Figure 1 , 3 As shown, the present invention also includes that both ends of the support spring 8 are respectively connected to the horizontal top plate 7 and the connecting block 9 through positioning plates 14 and positioning bolts.

[0028] In use, the connecting block 9 and the horizontal top plate 7 are connected by the positioning piece 14 and the positioning bolts respectively.

[0029] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the present invention also includes a water supply pipe 12 connected to the input end of the cleaning nozzle 11.

[0030] For example, such as Figure 1As shown, the present invention also includes a brakeable caster wheel 2 bolted to the bottom corner of the wastewater collection tank 4.

[0031] When in use, the brakeable casters 2 make it easy to move the entire equipment to a designated location.

[0032] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the present invention also includes the strip-shaped cleaning chamber 10 located at the upper end of the wastewater collection tank 4.

[0033] When in use, the wastewater collection box 4 facilitates the centralized collection of cleaning wastewater.

[0034] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the present invention also includes a drain pipe 1 connected to one end of the wastewater collection tank 4, and a control valve 3 is provided on the drain pipe 1.

[0035] When in use, opening control valve 3 allows for easy discharge of wastewater from wastewater collection tank 4 via drain pipe 1.

[0036] When in use, the brakeable caster 2 makes it easy to move the whole equipment to a designated position. The water inlet of the water pipe 12 is connected to the water supply pump body. The medicinal herb roots are arranged in rows in the strip cleaning chamber 10. The water supply pump body draws the cleaning water into the cleaning nozzle 11 and sprays it out to thoroughly rinse the medicinal herb roots.

[0037] The rinsing liquid leaks through the mesh plate 13 into the wastewater collection tank 4, achieving dry and wet separation and avoiding secondary pollution. The power supply of the vibration motor 6 is turned on, and the vibration motor 6 drives the horizontal top plate 7 to vibrate. Under the linkage of the support spring 8, the roots and stems of Chinese herbal medicines in the strip cleaning chamber 10 vibrate rapidly, which greatly improves the cleaning effect. The wastewater collection tank 4 facilitates the centralized collection of cleaning wastewater, and the control valve 3 allows the drain pipe 1 to facilitate the discharge of wastewater from the wastewater collection tank 4.

[0038] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The descriptions of the above embodiments and specifications are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A root and stem cleaning device for the production of traditional Chinese medicine, characterized in that, It includes a wastewater collection tank (4), a strip cleaning chamber (10), and a horizontal top plate (7). The top two ends of the wastewater collection tank (4) are bolted with elastic rubber vertical plates (5), and the top of the elastic rubber vertical plates (5) is bolted with a horizontal top plate (7). The two ends of the horizontal top plate (7) are mounted with vibration motors (6) through mounting seats. The bottom corner of the horizontal top plate (7) is connected to a connecting block (9) through a support spring (8). A strip cleaning chamber (10) is welded between the connecting blocks (9), and a mesh plate (13) is installed at the bottom of the strip cleaning chamber (10) by screws. Cleaning nozzles (11) are installed at equal intervals on both sides of the strip cleaning chamber (10) through mounting holes, and the spraying end of the cleaning nozzles (11) is located inside the strip cleaning chamber (10).

2. The root and stem cleaning equipment for traditional Chinese medicine production according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both ends of the support spring (8) are connected to the horizontal top plate (7) and the connecting block (9) respectively through positioning plates (14) and positioning bolts.

3. The root and stem cleaning equipment for traditional Chinese medicine production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water supply pipe (12) is connected to the input end of the cleaning nozzle (11).

4. The root and stem cleaning equipment for traditional Chinese medicine production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wastewater collection tank (4) is equipped with a brakeable caster wheel (2) at the bottom corner by bolts.

5. The root and stem cleaning equipment for traditional Chinese medicine production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The strip-shaped cleaning chamber (10) is located at the upper end of the wastewater collection tank (4).

6. The root and stem cleaning equipment for traditional Chinese medicine production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wastewater collection tank (4) is connected to a drain pipe (1) at one end, and a control valve (3) is installed on the drain pipe (1).