Automatic precooking equipment capable of regulating and controlling taste and texture of canned loquat
By controlling the stirring blades, temperature and liquid level sensors, and regulating the heating plate of the automated pre-cooking equipment, the problem of uneven texture and taste during the pre-cooking process of loquat canning has been solved, achieving uniform heating and stable taste.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHONGQING YUNSEN FOOD & BEVERAGE
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-05
AI Technical Summary
Traditional pre-cooking equipment is not perfect in terms of stirring, resulting in uneven texture and taste of canned loquat, with some areas being overheated or not fully exposed to heat.
The automated pre-cooking equipment uses the first and second stirring blades for uniform stirring, combined with temperature and level sensors for real-time monitoring and control, power regulation of the heating plate, liquid replenishment components to ensure appropriate water level, and insulation layer to reduce heat loss.
This process ensures that the loquats are heated evenly, guaranteeing that each loquat is pre-cooked under similar heat conditions, stabilizing the taste and texture, and avoiding problems such as uneven heating and insufficient water level.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of pre-cooking equipment, specifically relating to an automated pre-cooking device that can control the taste and texture of canned loquat. Background Technology
[0002] In the production process of loquat canned goods, the pre-cooking stage plays a crucial role in its taste and texture. Traditional pre-cooking equipment is often not perfect in terms of stirring, making it difficult to ensure that the loquats are heated evenly. This often results in local overheating or insufficient contact with heat in some areas, leading to inconsistent taste and texture. Utility Model Content
[0003] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings in the existing technology, the present invention provides an automated pre-cooking device that can control the texture and taste of canned loquat, so as to solve the problems in the background technology.
[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] An automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat includes a workbench with support columns fixedly connected to its four ends. A device box is mounted on the workbench, containing a filling tank. The sidewalls of the filling tank have a perforated mesh structure. Rotary shafts are rotatably connected to both sides of the filling tank. One end of each shaft is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the device box, while the other end passes through the filling tank and the sidewalls of the device box and connects to an externally located motor output shaft. A first stirring blade is connected to the portion of the shaft inside the filling tank, and a second stirring blade is connected to the portion of the shaft between the device box and the filling tank. A feeding hopper is located at the top of the device box, and a discharge port is located at the bottom, both communicating with the filling tank. A liquid inlet is located at the top of the device box, and a liquid outlet is located at the bottom. The bottom ports of both the discharge port and the liquid outlet pass through the workbench, and a liquid replenishment component is connected to the liquid outlet.
[0006] Preferably, the front and rear ends of the loading hopper are fixed to the inner wall of the device box by connecting blocks, the first stirring blade is an irregular wave shape, and the ends of the first stirring blade are all arc-shaped.
[0007] Preferably, the fluid replenishment assembly includes a fluid replenishment tank, into which a delivery pipe is inserted, the other end of which is inserted into the fluid inlet, and a transfer pump is installed in the middle of the delivery pipe.
[0008] Preferably, a temperature sensor is installed on one side of the loading hopper, a liquid level sensor is installed on the inner wall of the top of the device box, a heating plate is installed on the inner wall of the bottom of the device box, and an electric switch valve is provided at the top of the discharge port.
[0009] Preferably, a control box is installed on one side of the device box, and the transfer pump, temperature sensor, liquid level sensor, heating plate, and electric switch valve are all electrically connected to the control box.
[0010] Preferably, the middle part of the side wall of the device box is provided with a heat insulation layer.
[0011] The automated pre-cooking equipment for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat as described in claim 1, wherein a support plate is installed at the bottom of the motor, and one end of the support plate is fixedly connected to the device box.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages:
[0013] 1. By having a first stirring blade and a second stirring blade, the rotation of the first stirring blade allows the loquat to be fully turned and evenly heated during the pre-cooking process, avoiding uneven heating in certain areas. The stirring of the second stirring blade causes the water to form a more complex and effective convection in the device box, which quickly transfers the heat generated by the bottom heating to all parts of the filling tank. This allows for more efficient heat transfer to the loquat, ensuring that each loquat can be pre-cooked under similar heat conditions, which helps to control and stabilize the taste and texture of the canned loquat.
[0014] 2. The pre-cooking temperature is monitored in real time by a temperature sensor, and the data is fed back to the control box. The control box accurately adjusts the power of the heating plate according to the actual temperature to ensure that the temperature is always maintained within the optimal range for controlling the taste and texture of the loquat.
[0015] 3. The liquid level sensor monitors the liquid level in the device tank in real time. When the water level drops due to heating and evaporation, the replenishment tank, delivery pipe and delivery pump work together to automatically replenish water, ensuring that there is always a suitable water level environment during the loquat pre-cooking process. This avoids the pre-cooking effect being affected by the low water level and ensures the taste and texture of the canned loquat. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a front view structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of an automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat according to this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a front cross-sectional view of an embodiment of an automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat according to this utility model.
[0018] Figure 3 This is a right-side cross-sectional view of an embodiment of an automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat according to this utility model.
[0019] The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings include: workbench (1), support column (2), device box (3), loading bucket (4), connecting block (5), feed hopper (6), rotating shaft (7), motor (8), support plate (9), first stirring blade (10), second stirring blade (11), temperature sensor (12), liquid inlet (13), heating plate (14), liquid level sensor (15), liquid outlet (16), replenishment tank (17), conveying pipe (18), transfer pump (19), discharge port (20), electric switch valve (21), control box (22), and insulation layer (23). Detailed Implementation
[0020] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this utility model, the technical solution of this utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0021] The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are schematic diagrams, not actual images. They should not be construed as limiting the scope of this patent. To better illustrate the embodiments of this utility model, some components in the drawings may be omitted, enlarged, or reduced, and do not represent the actual dimensions of the product. It is understandable to those skilled in the art that some well-known structures and their descriptions may be omitted in the drawings.
[0022] In the accompanying drawings of this utility model, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the 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, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0023] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the term "connection" or similar designation indicating the connection relationship between components should be interpreted broadly. For example, it can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0024] Example 1
[0025] like Figure 1-3As shown, this utility model specifically discloses an automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat. It includes a workbench 1, with support columns 2 fixedly connected to all four ends of the bottom of the workbench 1. A device box 3 is mounted on the workbench 1, and a loading tank 4 is installed inside the device box 3. The side wall of the loading tank 4 has a perforated mesh structure. Rotating shafts 7 are rotatably connected to both sides of the loading tank 4. One end of the rotating shaft 7 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of one side of the device box 3, and the other end passes through the side wall of the loading tank 4 and the device box 3 and is connected to the output shaft of an externally mounted motor 8. The portion of the rotating shaft 7 located inside the loading tank 4 is connected to the first stirring blade 10. The portion of the rotating shaft 7 located between the device box 3 and the loading tank 4 is connected to the second stirring blade 11. The top of the device box 3 is provided with a feed hopper 6, and the bottom is provided with a discharge port 20. Both the feed hopper 6 and the discharge port 20 are connected to the loading tank 4. The top of the device box 3 is provided with a liquid inlet 13, and the bottom is provided with a liquid outlet 16. The bottom ports of the discharge port 20 and the liquid outlet 16 both pass through the workbench 1. The liquid outlet 16 is connected to a liquid replenishment component.
[0026] The front and rear ends of the loading hopper 4 are fixed to the inner wall of the device box 3 by the connecting blocks 5 provided. The first stirring blade 10 has an irregular wavy shape and the ends of the first stirring blade 10 are all arc-shaped.
[0027] The replenishment assembly includes a replenishment tank 17, into which a delivery pipe 18 is inserted. The other end of the delivery pipe 18 is inserted into the inlet 13, and a transfer pump 19 is installed in the middle of the delivery pipe 18.
[0028] A temperature sensor 12 is installed on one side of the loading hopper 4, a liquid level sensor 15 is installed on the inner wall of the top of the device box 3, a heating plate 14 is installed on the inner wall of the bottom of the device box 3, and an electric switch valve 21 is provided on the top of the discharge port 20.
[0029] Among them, a control box 22 is installed on one side of the device box 3. The transfer pump 19, temperature sensor 12, liquid level sensor 15, heating plate 14, and electric switch valve 21 are all electrically connected to the control box 22.
[0030] The device box 3 has a heat insulation layer 23 in the middle of its side wall.
[0031] The motor 8 has a support plate 9 installed at its bottom, and one end of the support plate 9 is fixedly connected to the device box 3.
[0032] Working Principle: First, loquat material is fed into the loading tank 4 through the feeding hopper 6. The side wall of the loading tank 4 has a hollow mesh structure, which facilitates full contact between the material and the surrounding water. Water is added to the device box 3 through the liquid inlet 13, and the heating plate 14 is activated to heat the liquid in the device box 3, providing heat for pre-cooking. Next, the motor 8 is started, which drives the rotating shaft 7 to rotate. The rotating shaft drives the first stirring blade 10 and the second stirring blade 11 to rotate. The first stirring blade 10 has an irregular wavy shape and an arc-shaped end. Together, they stir the loquat in the loading tank 4, so that the loquat can be heated evenly and fully turned during the pre-cooking process, avoiding uneven heating in some areas. The stirring and rotation of the second stirring blade 11 creates a more complex and effective convection in the water in the device box 3, which quickly transfers the heat generated by the bottom heating to all parts of the loading tank 4, and can transfer heat to the loquat more efficiently. The temperature sensor 12 installed on one side of the loading tank 4 monitors the temperature in real time. Furthermore, the data is transmitted to the control box 22. The control box 22 adjusts the power of the heating plate 14 according to the preset parameters and the actual temperature to ensure that the temperature is maintained within a suitable range for controlling the texture of the loquat. At the same time, the liquid level sensor 15 on the inner wall of the top of the device box 3 monitors the liquid level. If the water level drops after heating and pre-cooking the loquat for a period of time, the liquid replenishment component starts to play its role. The water in the liquid replenishment tank 17 is replenished into the device box 3 through the inlet 13 via the delivery pipe 18 and the transfer pump 19, ensuring a suitable water level environment during the pre-cooking process. Throughout the process, the heat insulation layer 23 in the middle of the side wall of the device box 3 reduces heat loss and ensures that the pre-cooking environment temperature is relatively stable. After the pre-cooking is completed, the electric switch valve 21 on the top of the outlet 20 is opened under the control of the control box 22. At this time, the pre-cooked loquat that has reached the desired texture can be discharged from the outlet 20, while the liquid used in the device box 3 can be discharged through the outlet 16 at the bottom.
[0033] 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 automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat, comprising a workbench (1), wherein support columns (2) are fixedly connected to the four ends of the bottom of the workbench (1), characterized in that: The workbench (1) is provided with a device box (3), and a loading barrel (4) is installed inside the device box (3). The side wall of the loading barrel (4) is a hollow mesh structure. Rotary shafts (7) are rotatably connected to both the left and right sides of the loading barrel (4). One end of the rotating shaft (7) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of one side of the device box (3), and the other end passes through the side wall of the loading barrel (4) and the device box (3) and is connected to the output shaft of the motor (8) provided outside. The part of the rotating shaft (7) located inside the loading barrel (4) is connected to a first stirring blade (10). (7) The part between the device box (3) and the loading barrel (4) is connected to the second stirring blade (11). The device box (3) is provided with a feeding hopper (6) at the top and a discharge port (20) at the bottom. The feeding hopper (6) and the discharge port (20) are connected to the loading barrel (4). The device box (3) is provided with a liquid inlet (13) at the top and a liquid outlet (16) at the bottom. The bottom ports of the discharge port (20) and the liquid outlet (16) pass through the workbench (1). The liquid outlet (16) is connected to a liquid replenishment component.
2. The automated pre-cooking equipment for controlling the texture and mouthfeel of canned loquat as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The front and rear ends of the loading hopper (4) are fixed to the inner wall of the device box (3) by the connecting blocks (5). The first stirring blade (10) is an irregular wave shape, and the ends of the first stirring blade (10) are all arc-shaped.
3. The automated pre-cooking equipment for controlling the texture and taste of canned loquat as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The replenishment assembly includes a replenishment tank (17), into which a delivery pipe (18) is inserted. The other end of the delivery pipe (18) is inserted into the inlet (13), and a transfer pump (19) is installed in the middle of the delivery pipe (18).
4. The automated pre-cooking equipment for controlling the texture and mouthfeel of canned loquat as described in claim 3, characterized in that: A temperature sensor (12) is installed on one side of the loading hopper (4), a liquid level sensor (15) is installed on the inner wall of the top of the device box (3), a heating plate (14) is installed on the inner wall of the bottom of the device box (3), and an electric switch valve (21) is provided on the top of the discharge port (20).
5. An automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and mouthfeel of canned loquat as described in claim 4, characterized in that: A control box (22) is installed on one side of the device box (3). The transfer pump (19), temperature sensor (12), liquid level sensor (15), heating plate (14), and electric switch valve (21) are all electrically connected to the control box (22).
6. The automated pre-cooking equipment for controlling the texture and mouthfeel of canned loquat as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The device box (3) is provided with a heat insulation layer (23) in the middle of the side wall.
7. An automated pre-cooking device for controlling the texture and mouthfeel of canned loquat as described in claim 6, characterized in that: A support plate (9) is installed at the bottom of the motor (8), and one end of the support plate (9) is fixedly connected to the device box (3).