Energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product production

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of chocolate cooling, and discloses an energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product production, which comprises a cooling tunnel body, the side surface of the cooling tunnel body is fixedly connected with a cleaning assembly, the top surface of the cooling tunnel is fixedly connected with a fixed plate, the inside of the fixed plate is fixedly connected with a circulating assembly, and the circulating assembly is fixedly connected with a cooling assembly. And the top surface of the fixed plate is connected with a plurality of groups of protection plates through hinges. According to the energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product production, through the arrangement of the circulating assembly, when chocolate is cooled, an external cooling pipeline is connected with a ventilation pipeline, cold air cools the chocolate, at the moment, the used cold air further has certain cooling capacity, a suction fan is started, the used cold air is conveyed into a backflow pipe through the suction fan, and then the chocolate is cooled; and the cold air enters the protection plate through the return pipe, so that the used cold air can be prevented from being directly discharged into the external environment, the load of the refrigeration equipment is reduced, and the energy consumption is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of chocolate cooling technology, and in particular to an energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product manufacturing. Background Technology

[0002] Chocolate products are beloved by consumers for their unique taste and diverse varieties, and the global chocolate market continues to grow. The cooling process is crucial in chocolate production. Precise cooling is essential for achieving the desired texture, color, and shape, ensuring the product's quality and taste meet standards. Proper cooling promotes cocoa butter crystallization, giving the chocolate a smooth, silky texture and a glossy appearance; improper cooling can lead to problems such as surface discoloration, deformation, and a coarse texture, negatively impacting sales and brand image.

[0003] Traditional chocolate product cooling tunnels mostly use ventilation and refrigeration. During cooling, the cold air exchanges heat with the chocolate. The cold air after the heat exchange still has a certain amount of coldness. Directly releasing it into the external environment will cause a certain amount of energy waste. Therefore, an energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product production is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product production, which solves the problem mentioned in the background art that most traditional chocolate product cooling tunnels use ventilation and cooling methods. During cooling, the cold air exchanges heat with the chocolate, and the cold air after the heat exchange still has a certain amount of coldness. Directly discharging it into the external environment will cause a certain amount of energy waste.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product production, comprising a cooling tunnel body, a cleaning component fixedly connected to the side of the cooling tunnel body, a fixed plate fixedly connected to the top surface of the cooling tunnel body, a circulation component fixedly connected inside the fixed plate, and several sets of protective plates connected to the top surface of the fixed plate via hinges. The cleaning component has two sets of insertion interfaces on its surface, each set of insertion interfaces having a limiting component inserted into it. The cleaning component includes two sets of hydraulic rods fixedly connected to the side of the cooling tunnel body, each set of hydraulic rods having a locking block fixedly connected to one end, and a brush rod slidably connected inside each set of locking blocks. The circulation component includes several sets of suction fans fixedly connected inside the fixed plate, each set of suction fans having a return pipe fixedly connected to one end. Each set of limiting components includes a plug-in rod inserted into the insertion interface, one end of the plug-in rod having a connecting block fixedly connected to it, and a connecting spring sleeved on the outside of the plug-in rod.

[0008] As a further embodiment of this utility model, both sets of the insertion interfaces are opened on one side of the two sets of snap-fit ​​blocks, and both sets of the connecting springs are fixedly connected to the side of the snap-fit ​​blocks. The snap-fit ​​blocks serve to install the brush rod.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model, ventilation ducts are fixedly connected to the top surface of several sets of protective plates, and one end of several sets of return pipes is fixedly connected to one side of the protective plate. The ventilation ducts serve to connect with external air compressors and other refrigeration devices.

[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a guide plate is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the protective plate, and a number of guide holes are opened on the surface of the guide plate. The guide plate serves to guide the cold air entering the device.

[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a pull plate is provided on one side of each of the several sets of protective plates, and a conveyor belt is provided on the surface of the cooling tunnel body. The pull plate enables the protective plates to be opened.

[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the surface of the cooling tunnel body is provided with two sets of protective doors, and the surface of each set of protective doors is provided with an observation window. The observation window serves to allow observation of the interior of the device.

[0013] As a further embodiment of this utility model, support frames are fixedly connected to both sides of the cooling tunnel body, and two sets of universal wheels are fixedly connected to the bottom surfaces of the two sets of support frames. The universal wheels enable the device to move.

[0014] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0015] This utility model provides an energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product manufacturing, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] 1. The energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate production, through the setting of the circulation component, connects the external cooling pipe and the ventilation pipe when cooling the chocolate. The cold air cools the chocolate. At this time, the used cold air still has a certain amount of cooling capacity. The suction fan is started, and the suction fan delivers the used cold air into the interior of the return pipe. After passing through the return pipe, it enters the interior of the protective plate, thereby preventing the used cold air from being directly discharged into the external environment, reducing the load on the refrigeration equipment and reducing energy consumption.

[0017] 2. The energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate production, through the setting of cleaning and limiting components, allows for the operation of the system. When the hydraulic rod is activated, it moves the brush rod, causing it to come into contact with the conveyor belt surface. The brush rod cleans the conveyor belt, ensuring its cleanliness. After a period of use, pulling the connecting block moves the connecting block, causing the connecting spring to be stretched. The plug rod then moves out of the plug interface, allowing the brush rod to be replaced to maintain its cleaning effect. Attached Figure Description

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

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning component structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting component structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the circulation component of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Cooling tunnel body; 2. Cleaning assembly; 201. Hydraulic rod; 202. Clip block; 203. Brush rod; 3. Fixing plate; 4. Circulation assembly; 401. Suction fan; 402. Return pipe; 5. Protective plate; 6. Insertion interface; 7. Limiting assembly; 701. Insertion rod; 702. Connecting block; 703. Connecting spring; 8. Ventilation duct; 9. Guide plate; 10. Pull plate; 11. Conveyor belt; 12. Protective door; 13. Observation window; 14. Support frame; 15. Casters. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0024] Please see Figures 1 to 4 This utility model provides a technical solution: an energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product production, including a cooling tunnel body 1. A cleaning component 2 is fixedly connected to the side of the cooling tunnel body 1, allowing the device to clean the surface of the conveyor belt 11. A fixing plate 3 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the cooling tunnel body 1, and a circulation component 4 is fixedly connected inside the fixing plate 3. The circulation component 4 prevents cold air from being directly discharged into the external environment. Several sets of protective plates 5 are hinged to the top surface of the fixing plate 3. Two sets of insertion interfaces 6 are provided on the surface of the cleaning component 2, and a limiting component 7 is inserted into the interior of each of the two sets of insertion interfaces 6. The configuration of 7 allows the brush rod 203 to be replaced. The cleaning component 2 includes two sets of hydraulic rods 201 fixedly connected to the side of the cooling tunnel body 1. One end of each set of hydraulic rods 201 is fixedly connected to a snap-fit ​​block 202. The brush rod 203 is slidably connected inside the two sets of snap-fit ​​blocks 202. The circulation component 4 includes several sets of suction fans 401 fixedly connected to the inside of the fixed plate 3. One end of each set of suction fans 401 is fixedly connected to a return pipe 402. Both sets of limiting components 7 include a plug-in rod 701 plugged into the plug-in interface 6. One end of the plug-in rod 701 is fixedly connected to a connecting block 702. A connecting spring 703 is sleeved on the outside of the plug-in rod 701.

[0025] Both sets of connectors 6 are located on one side of the two sets of snap-fit ​​blocks 202, and both sets of connecting springs 703 are fixedly connected to the side of the snap-fit ​​blocks 202. The snap-fit ​​blocks 202 serve to install the brush rod 203.

[0026] Several sets of protective plates 5 are fixedly connected to the top surface of ventilation ducts 8, and one end of several sets of return pipes 402 is fixedly connected to one side of the protective plate 5. The ventilation ducts 8 serve to connect to the pipes of external air compressors and other refrigeration devices.

[0027] A guide plate 9 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the protective plate 5. Several sets of guide holes are opened on the surface of the guide plate 9. The guide plate 9 plays a role in guiding the cold air entering the device.

[0028] A pull plate 10 is provided on one side of several sets of protective plates 5, and a conveyor belt 11 is provided on the surface of the cooling tunnel body 1. The pull plate 10 enables the protective plates 5 to be opened.

[0029] Two sets of protective doors 12 are provided on the surface of the cooling tunnel body 1. Each set of protective doors 12 is provided with an observation window 13. The observation window 13 serves to observe the inside of the device.

[0030] Both sides of the cooling tunnel body 1 are fixedly connected to support frames 14, and the bottom surfaces of the two sets of support frames 14 are fixedly connected to two sets of casters 15. The casters 15 are used to drive the device to move.

[0031] In this invention, the working steps of the device are as follows:

[0032] First step: When cooling the chocolate, connect the external cooling pipe to the ventilation pipe 8. The cold air cools the chocolate. At this time, the used cold air still has a certain amount of cooling capacity. Start the suction fan 401. The suction fan 401 delivers the used cold air into the inside of the return pipe 402. After passing through the return pipe 402, it enters the inside of the protective plate 5, which can prevent the used cold air from being directly discharged into the external environment, reduce the load on the refrigeration equipment, and reduce energy consumption.

[0033] The second step: When in use, activate the hydraulic rod 201. The hydraulic rod 201 drives the brush rod 203 to move, so that the brush rod 203 is in contact with the surface of the conveyor belt. The brush rod 203 cleans the conveyor belt 11, ensuring that the surface of the conveyor belt 11 is clean and tidy. After the brush rod 203 has been used for a period of time, pull the connecting block 702. The connecting block 702 moves, causing the connecting spring 703 to be in a stretched state. The plug rod 701 moves out from the inside of the plug interface 6, so that the brush rod 203 can be replaced to ensure its cleaning effect.

[0034] It should be noted that the device structure and accompanying drawings of this utility model mainly describe the principle of this utility model. In terms of the technical aspects of this design principle, the setting of the power mechanism, power supply system and control system of the device is not fully described. However, under the premise that those skilled in the art understand the principle of the above utility model, the specific details of its power mechanism, power supply system and control system can be clearly understood. The control method in the application document is automatic control through a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by those skilled in the art through simple programming.

[0035] All standard parts used can be purchased from the market, and can be customized according to the instructions and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the existing technology. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the existing technology, and the structure and principle of the components known to those skilled in the art can be known by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods.

[0036] 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 energy-saving cooling tunnel for the production of chocolate products, comprising a cooling tunnel body (1), characterized in that: A cleaning assembly (2) is fixedly connected to the side of the cooling tunnel body (1), a fixing plate (3) is fixedly connected to the top surface of the cooling tunnel body (1), a circulation assembly (4) is fixedly connected inside the fixing plate (3), and several sets of protective plates (5) are connected to the top surface of the fixing plate (3) by hinges. Two sets of insertion interfaces (6) are opened on the surface of the cleaning assembly (2), and limit components (7) are inserted and connected inside both sets of insertion interfaces (6). The cleaning component (2) includes two sets of hydraulic rods (201) fixedly connected to the side of the cooling tunnel body (1). One end of each set of hydraulic rods (201) is fixedly connected to a snap-fit ​​block (202), and a brush rod (203) is slidably connected inside the snap-fit ​​blocks (202). The circulation component (4) includes several sets of suction fans (401) fixedly connected inside the fixed plate (3), and one end of each set of suction fans (401) is fixedly connected to a return pipe (402); Both sets of limiting components (7) include a plug rod (701) that is plugged into the plug interface (6). One end of the plug rod (701) is fixedly connected to a connecting block (702), and a connecting spring (703) is sleeved on the outside of the plug rod (701).

2. An energy efficient cooling tunnel for the production of chocolate products according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both sets of the aforementioned plug-in interfaces (6) are opened on one side of the two sets of snap-fit ​​blocks (202), and both sets of the aforementioned connecting springs (703) are fixedly connected to the side of the snap-fit ​​block (202).

3. An energy efficient cooling tunnel for chocolate production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top surface of several sets of protective plates (5) is fixedly connected with ventilation ducts (8), and one end of several sets of return pipes (402) is fixedly connected to one side of the protective plate (5).

4. The energy-saving cooling tunnel for chocolate product manufacturing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the protective plate (5) is fixedly connected to a guide plate (9), and the surface of the guide plate (9) is provided with several sets of guide holes.

5. An energy efficient cooling tunnel for chocolate production according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pull plate (10) is provided on one side of each of the several sets of protective plates (5), and a conveyor belt (11) is provided on the surface of the cooling tunnel body (1).

6. An energy efficient cooling tunnel for chocolate production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the cooling tunnel body (1) is provided with two sets of protective doors (12), and the surface of both sets of protective doors (12) is provided with observation windows (13).

7. An energy efficient cooling tunnel for chocolate production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cooling tunnel body (1) is fixedly connected to both sides of a support frame (14), and the bottom surfaces of the two sets of support frames (14) are fixedly connected to two sets of casters (15).

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