Core filling device and ice cream filling machine

Abstract

The utility model provides a core injection device and an ice cream filling machine, and relates to the technical field of ice cream product production devices. The core injection device comprises a plunger rod, a first connecting pipe, a core injection pipe, a second connecting pipe and a core injection head, the first connecting pipe, the injection core pipe, the second connecting pipe and the injection core head are detachably connected in sequence, an injection part is arranged on the pipe wall of the injection core pipe, and the injection part is used for injecting an object to be injected into the injection core pipe; and the plunger rod is in sliding fit with the injection core pipe and is used for injecting a to-be-injected object to a to-be-injected product through the second connecting pipe and the injection core head. The core injection device is particularly suitable for the ice cream filling machine, on one hand, the defects of head deviation, overweight and the like of ice cream products can be reduced or avoided, and on the other hand, the cleaning efficiency and the cleaning effect of the core injection device can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of ice cream production equipment, specifically to a filling device and an ice cream filling machine. Background Technology

[0002] In China's frozen dessert industry, the production of crispy-cask ice cream is mostly carried out using filling machines. The overall production process includes freezing, paper sleeve placement, cone placement, filling, filling, chocolate drizzling, capping, capping, coding, robotic gripping, and tunnel freezing. The product liquid is expanded by the freezing machine, distributed by the distributor, and enters the filling station. After filling, the product is filled. The filling usually uses a pump to draw chocolate from the chocolate bucket, which is then transported to the distribution pipe and flows into the filling structure. The filling structure draws chocolate and injects it onto the top of the product to enhance the texture of the ice cream.

[0003] However, existing ice cream filling machines are prone to defects such as misalignment and overweight in ice cream products, and the filling structure is not easy to clean.

[0004] In view of this, this utility model is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a core-filling device and an ice cream filling machine to solve or improve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0006] This utility model can be implemented as follows:

[0007] This utility model provides a core injection device, which includes a plunger rod, a first connecting tube, a core injection tube, a second connecting tube, and a core injection head; the first connecting tube, the core injection tube, the second connecting tube, and the core injection head are detachably connected in sequence, and the core injection tube has an injection part on its wall for injecting the substance to be injected into the core injection tube; the plunger rod is slidably engaged with the core injection tube to inject the substance to be injected into the product to be injected through the second connecting tube and the core injection head.

[0008] In some alternative implementations, the first connecting tube and the core injection tube are threaded together;

[0009] And / or, the core injection tube and the second connecting tube are threaded together;

[0010] And / or, the second connecting tube is connected to the core injection head via the first clamping member.

[0011] In some alternative embodiments, the second connecting tube is provided with a first annular groove, and the end of the injection head near the second connecting tube is provided with a second annular groove. The first annular groove and the second annular groove cooperate to accommodate a first annular sealing ring for sealing the second connecting tube and the injection head.

[0012] In some alternative embodiments, the end of the plunger rod that contacts the material to be injected is provided with a second annular sealing ring, which is in sliding sealing engagement with the injection tube.

[0013] In some alternative embodiments, the injection section is a tube structure formed on the outer wall of the injection tube.

[0014] In some alternative implementations, the second connecting tube has a funnel-shaped injection wall.

[0015] This utility model also provides an ice cream filling machine, which includes a first drive module, a second drive module and the above-mentioned core injection device;

[0016] The first drive module is used to connect with the core injection tube to drive the core injection tube to move; the second drive module is used to connect with the plunger rod to drive the plunger rod to move.

[0017] In some alternative embodiments, the ice cream filling machine also includes a storage container for the filling material, a dispensing tube, and a second clamping member;

[0018] One end of the dispensing tube is connected to the storage container for the substance to be injected, and the other end of the dispensing tube is connected to the injection section. The second clamping member is clamped at the connection between the dispensing tube and the injection section.

[0019] In some alternative implementations, the distribution pipe is provided with a control valve for controlling the flow rate of the injected material.

[0020] In some alternative embodiments, an injection pump is provided at the end of the distribution pipe furthest from the injection section.

[0021] The beneficial effects of the filling device and ice cream filling machine provided by this utility model include:

[0022] The core-injection device provided by this utility model includes a plunger rod, a first connecting tube, a core-injection tube, a second connecting tube, and a core-injection head; wherein, the first connecting tube, the core-injection tube, the second connecting tube, and the core-injection head are detachably connected in sequence, and the core-injection tube has an injection part on its wall for injecting the substance to be injected into the core-injection tube; the plunger rod is slidably engaged with the core-injection tube to inject the substance to be injected into the product to be injected through the second connecting tube and the core-injection head.

[0023] The material to be injected enters the injection tube through the injection section and is injected downwards to the injection head under the action of the plunger rod. The plunger rod can effectively control the amount of material to be injected into the injection head, avoiding the phenomenon of overweight product. Furthermore, the material to be injected into the injection head can be aligned with the injection position of the product to be injected, accurately controlling the injection position of the material and avoiding the phenomenon of product misalignment.

[0024] In addition, since the plunger rod, the first connecting pipe, the core injection pipe, the second connecting pipe, and the core injection head all adopt a detachable connection method, they can be easily and quickly disassembled, cleaned, disinfected, and installed, ensuring that each structure is clean.

[0025] The aforementioned filling device is particularly suitable for ice cream filling machines. On the one hand, it can reduce or avoid defects such as misalignment and overweight in ice cream products. On the other hand, it can improve the cleaning efficiency and cleaning effect of the filling device. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream filling machine provided by this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the core injection device provided by this utility model.

[0029] Icons: 100-Ice cream filling machine; 10-Injection device; 11-First connecting pipe; 12-Injection pipe; 121-Injection section; 13-Second connecting pipe; 131-First annular groove; 132-Injection wall; 14-Injection head; 141-Second annular groove; 15-Plunger rod; 16-First clamping member; 17-First annular sealing ring; 18-Second annular sealing ring; 20-First drive module; 30-Second drive module; 40-Injection material storage container; 50-Dispensing pipe; 60-Second clamping member; 70-Control valve; 80-Injection pump; 200-Injection material. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0031] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0032] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationships commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. These are merely 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. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0034] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal" or "vertical" does not imply that the component must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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.

[0036] Example 1

[0037] Please combine Figure 1 and Figure 2This embodiment provides a core injection device 10, which includes a plunger rod 15, a first connecting tube 11, a core injection tube 12, a second connecting tube 13, and a core injection head 14. The first connecting tube 11, the core injection tube 12, the second connecting tube 13, and the core injection head 14 are detachably connected in sequence. The core injection tube 12 has an injection part 121 on its wall, which is used to inject the substance to be injected 200 into the core injection tube 12. The plunger rod 15 is slidably engaged with the core injection tube 12 to inject the substance to be injected 200 into the product through the second connecting tube 13 and the core injection head 14.

[0038] The material to be injected enters the injection tube through the injection section and is injected downwards to the injection head under the action of the plunger rod. The plunger rod can effectively control the amount of material to be injected into the injection head, avoiding the phenomenon of overweight product. Furthermore, the material to be injected into the injection head can be aligned with the injection position of the product to be injected, accurately controlling the injection position of the material and avoiding the phenomenon of product misalignment.

[0039] In addition, since the plunger rod, the first connecting pipe, the core injection pipe, the second connecting pipe, and the core injection head all adopt a detachable connection method, they can be easily and quickly disassembled, cleaned, disinfected, and installed, ensuring that each structure is clean.

[0040] The aforementioned filling device is particularly suitable for ice cream filling machines. On the one hand, it can reduce or avoid defects such as misalignment and overweight in ice cream products. On the other hand, it can improve the cleaning efficiency and cleaning effect of the filling device.

[0041] Therefore, in some alternative embodiments, the substance to be injected 200 can be, for example, chocolate, and the final product can be, for example, ice cream containing chocolate. However, in other alternative embodiments, the substance to be injected 200 can also be set to other materials as needed, without further limitation.

[0042] In some alternative embodiments, the first connecting tube 11 and the core injection tube 12 are threaded together. Alternatively, the first connecting tube 11 and the core injection tube 12 may also be snap-fitted or interference-fitted.

[0043] Similarly, the core injection tube 12 and the second connecting tube 13 can also be threaded together. In addition, the core injection tube 12 and the second connecting tube 13 can also be snap-fitted or interference-fitted.

[0044] By using threaded connections between the first connecting pipe 11 and the core injection pipe 12, and between the core injection pipe 12 and the second connecting pipe 13, not only can the structures be disassembled, but the sealing at the connection point can also be improved to prevent material leakage.

[0045] In some alternative embodiments, the second connecting tube 13 and the injection head 14 can be connected via the first clamping member 16. Exemplarily, the first clamping member 16 can be a clamp structure, facilitating quick installation and disassembly. Furthermore, it is not excluded that the second connecting tube 13 and the injection head 14 can be connected via a threaded connection.

[0046] In some alternative embodiments, the second connecting tube 13 is provided with a first annular groove 131, and the end of the injection head 14 near the second connecting tube 13 is provided with a second annular groove 141. The first annular groove 131 and the second annular groove 141 cooperate to accommodate a first annular sealing ring 17 for sealing the second connecting tube 13 and the injection head 14.

[0047] For example, a portion of the first annular sealing ring 17 is located within the first annular groove 131, and the remaining portion of the first annular sealing ring 17 is located within the second annular groove 141, so that the second connecting pipe 13 and the core injection head 14 are sealed together by the first annular sealing ring 17, thereby improving the sealing performance of the second connecting pipe 13 and the core injection head 14.

[0048] In some other alternative embodiments, a sealing ring may be provided on the inner wall of the first clamping member 16 to seal the outer peripheral wall of the second connecting pipe 13 and the core injection head 14.

[0049] Similarly, in order to improve the sealing performance of the plunger rod 15, a second annular sealing ring 18 is provided at the end of the plunger rod 15 that is in contact with the substance to be injected. The second annular sealing ring 18 is in sliding sealing cooperation with the core tube 12.

[0050] For example, an annular groove can be provided at the end of the plunger rod 15 that is in contact with the substance to be injected, and the second annular sealing ring 18 is engaged in the annular groove.

[0051] In some alternative embodiments, the injection section 121 is a tube structure formed on the outer wall of the injection tube 12. The injection section 121 can be connected to other structures (such as the distribution tube 50 described below) to facilitate the injection of the substance to be injected 200, thereby facilitating the control of the amount of the substance to be injected 200 entering the injection head 14 by means of the plunger rod 15.

[0052] In some alternative embodiments, the second connecting tube 13 has a funnel-shaped injection wall 132. This funnel shape allows the substance to be injected 200 to enter the core head 14 more effectively under the action of the injection wall 132, thereby facilitating accurate control of the injection position of the substance to be injected 200.

[0053] For example, the first connecting tube 11, the core injection tube 12, the second connecting tube 13 and the core injection head 14 can all be made of stainless steel, and the plunger rod 15 can be made of nylon.

[0054] In some alternative embodiments, the injection head 14 can be made of a stainless steel tube with a wall thickness of 2 mm and a diameter of 6 mm. It should be emphasized that the dimensions of both the injection head 14 and the other structures mentioned above can be designed and adjusted according to actual needs.

[0055] Example 2

[0056] This embodiment provides an ice cream filling machine 100, which includes a first drive module 20, a second drive module 30, and the core-filling device 10 in Embodiment 1.

[0057] The first drive module 20 is connected to the core injection tube 12 to drive the core injection tube 12 to move; the second drive module 30 is connected to the plunger rod 15 to drive the plunger rod 15 to move.

[0058] In some alternative implementations, the first drive module 20 can be a servo motor working in conjunction with a rack and pinion mechanism to move the core injection tube 12 up and down. Alternatively, a servo motor working in conjunction with a lead screw mechanism can also move the core injection tube 12 up and down. Using a servo motor allows for stable and precise drive.

[0059] In some alternative implementations, the second drive module 30 may be a cylinder or a hydraulic cylinder, etc.

[0060] As mentioned above, the first drive module 20 can achieve rapid and stable positioning of the injection head 14, and the second drive module 30 can enable the injectable material 200 to be rapidly injected into the product through the injection head 14.

[0061] In addition, the ice cream filling machine 100 also includes a storage container 40 for the contents to be filled, a dispensing tube 50 and a second clamping member 60. One end of the dispensing tube 50 is connected to the storage container 40 for the contents to be filled, and the other end of the dispensing tube 50 is connected to the injection section 121. The second clamping member 60 is clamped at the connection between the dispensing tube 50 and the injection section 121.

[0062] The aforementioned second clamping member 60 enables quick installation and disassembly of the distribution pipe 50 and the injection section 121, and facilitates cleaning.

[0063] For example, the second clamping member 60 may adopt a clamp structure to facilitate quick installation and disassembly. Furthermore, it is not ruled out that the first dispensing pipe 50 and the injection section 121 may be connected by a threaded connection.

[0064] In some alternative embodiments, a control valve 70 is provided on the distribution pipe 50. Exemplarily, the control valve 70 is provided at one end of the distribution pipe 50 for connection with the injection section 121. The provision of the control valve 70 facilitates control of the amount of the substance to be injected 200 entering the injection tube 12.

[0065] For reference, control valve 70 can be an electric valve, a solenoid valve, or a manual valve.

[0066] In some alternative embodiments, an injection pump 80 is provided at the end of the dispensing tube 50 away from the injection section 121 to facilitate pumping the substance to be injected 200 (such as chocolate) from the substance storage container 40 into the dispensing tube 50.

[0067] For example, the injection pump 80 can be a rotary pump or a diaphragm pump, etc.

[0068] Continuing from the above, in actual operation, the first drive module 20 drives the entire core injection device 10 to fall, causing the core injection head 14 to insert into the product. The material to be injected 200 in the material storage container 40 is drawn by the injection pump 80 and enters the core injection tube 12 through the distribution pipe 50 and the injection section 121. The second drive module 30 above the core injection tube 12 drives the plunger rod 15 to move downward. The downward movement of the plunger rod 15 presses the material to be injected 200 in the core injection tube 12 into the second connecting pipe 13, and further into the core injection head 14. The material to be injected 200 is then injected from the core injection head 14 into the product to be injected.

[0069] Furthermore, since the distribution pipe 50 is equipped with a control valve 70, the amount of the material to be injected 200 entering the injection pipe 12 can be adjusted according to the actual production situation. Combined with the downward pressure of the plunger rod 15, the amount of the material to be injected 200 injected from the injection head 14 can be controlled in a comprehensive manner, thereby achieving uniform and stable injection of the material to be injected 200 and avoiding problems such as product misalignment and overweight.

[0070] In addition, since the plunger rod, the first connecting pipe, the core injection pipe, the second connecting pipe and the core injection head are all detachable, and the injection part 121 and the distribution pipe 50 are also detachable, it is convenient to quickly disassemble, clean, disinfect and install each structure, and ensure that each structure is clean.

[0071] In summary, the core-injection device provided by this utility model can reduce or avoid defects such as product misalignment and overweight, and can also improve the cleaning efficiency and cleaning effect of the core-injection device.

[0072] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A core injection device, characterized in that, It includes a plunger rod, a first connecting tube, an injection tube, a second connecting tube, and an injection head; the first connecting tube, the injection tube, the second connecting tube, and the injection head are detachably connected in sequence; the injection tube has an injection section on its wall, which is used to inject the substance to be injected into the injection tube; the plunger rod is slidably engaged with the injection tube to inject the substance to be injected into the product to be injected through the second connecting tube and the injection head.

2. The core injection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connecting pipe and the core injection pipe are threaded together; And / or, the core injection tube is threadedly engaged with the second connecting tube; And / or, the second connecting tube is connected to the core injection head via a first clamping member.

3. The core injection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connecting tube is provided with a first annular groove, and the end of the injection head near the second connecting tube is provided with a second annular groove. The first annular groove and the second annular groove cooperate to accommodate a first annular sealing ring for sealing the second connecting tube and the injection head.

4. The core injection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plunger rod has a second annular sealing ring at one end that contacts the material to be injected, and the second annular sealing ring is in sliding sealing cooperation with the injection tube.

5. The core injection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The injection section is a tube structure formed on the outer wall of the injection tube.

6. The core injection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connecting tube has a funnel-shaped injection wall.

7. An ice cream filling machine, characterized in that, Includes a first drive module, a second drive module, and the core injection device as described in any one of claims 1 to 6; The first drive module is used to connect to the core injection tube to drive the core injection tube to move; the second drive module is used to connect to the plunger rod to drive the plunger rod to move.

8. The ice cream filling machine according to claim 7, characterized in that, The ice cream filling machine also includes a storage container for the contents to be filled, a dispensing pipe, and a second clamping component; One end of the dispensing tube is connected to the storage container for the substance to be injected, and the other end of the dispensing tube is connected to the injection section. The second clamping member is clamped at the connection between the dispensing tube and the injection section.

9. The ice cream filling machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, The distribution pipe is equipped with a control valve for controlling the flow rate of the injected material.

10. The ice cream filling machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, An injection pump is provided at the end of the distribution pipe away from the injection section.

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