Packaging tin

By designing a detachable and connectable packaging can and lid structure, the direct freeze-drying and packaging of freeze-dried coffee blocks can be achieved, solving the problems of breakage during molding and packaging of freeze-dried coffee blocks and high production costs, thereby improving production efficiency and flavor preservation.

CN224225528UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-12MOINS COFFEE (QINGDAO) CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
MOINS COFFEE (QINGDAO) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-16
Publication Date
2026-05-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Freeze-dried coffee blocks are prone to breakage during the molding and packaging process, and the use of freeze-drying molds leads to higher production costs.

Method used

Design a packaging can with a can body and can lid that are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​and along the edge. The inner wall of the can has a cylindrical curved cavity and a filling line, and the inner wall of the can lid has a snap-fit. The can body can be used directly as a freeze-drying container, eliminating the need for a repackaging step, avoiding damage to the freeze-dried coffee blocks, and eliminating the need for an additional demolding device.

Benefits of technology

Reduce breakage of freeze-dried coffee blocks during the molding and packaging process, lower production costs, improve production efficiency, and maximize the preservation of flavor and freshness.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a packaging tin which comprises a tin body, one end of the tin body is provided with an opening, a containing cavity is formed in the tin body, the inner wall face of the containing cavity is of a cylindrical curved surface structure, and the outer wall face of the tin body is provided with an edge in the circumferential direction at the opening end of the tin body. A clamping protrusion is formed in the position, corresponding to the edge, of the inner wall face of the can cover, the clamping protrusion is matched with the edge, and the can cover and the can body are detachably connected through the clamping protrusion and the edge. A containing cavity is formed in a tank body, the inner wall face of the containing cavity is of a cylindrical curved surface structure, and an edge is arranged at the position, located at the opening end of the tank body, of the outer wall face of the tank body in the circumferential direction; the can cover and the can body are detachably connected through the clamping protrusion and the edge, the can body can be directly used as a freeze-drying container to achieve integrated freeze-drying, the sub-packaging step is omitted, mold reversing is avoided, freeze-dried coffee blocks are prevented from being damaged due to mold reversing sub-packaging, a demolding device does not need to be arranged, and the production cost is reduced. Tanks are directly packaged and delivered, the probability that products make contact with air is reduced, and flavor loss is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of coffee packaging technology, and in particular relates to a packaging can. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards improve, people often drink coffee to stay alert after long hours of tiring work.

[0003] During coffee processing, to reduce oxidation and maintain flavor fidelity, freeze-drying technology is often used to create freeze-dried coffee blocks using freeze-drying molds. Freeze-dried coffee blocks are less prone to spillage, making it easier to control the amount used per serving, and they do not require the addition of anti-caking agents.

[0004] Freeze-dried coffee blocks require freeze-drying molds for production, but the freeze-dried coffee blocks made in these molds need to be unmolded and packaged. This unmolding and packaging process can easily lead to breakage of the freeze-dried coffee blocks. Furthermore, the freeze-drying molds require additional demolding devices, resulting in higher costs. Therefore, the technical problem this invention aims to solve is how to design a technology that reduces breakage of freeze-dried coffee blocks due to unmolding and packaging while lowering manufacturing costs. Utility Model Content

[0005] This invention provides a packaging can that reduces the breakage of freeze-dried coffee blocks due to molding and packaging, and also reduces manufacturing costs.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] In the first aspect, this utility model provides a packaging can, comprising:

[0008] The tank has an opening at one end, and an internal cavity is formed inside the tank. The inner wall of the cavity has a cylindrical curved surface structure, and the outer wall of the tank has a circumferential edge at the opening end of the tank.

[0009] The can lid has a locking protrusion formed on its inner wall surface at a position corresponding to the edge. The locking protrusion is adapted to the edge, and the can lid and the can body are detachably connected through the locking protrusion and the edge.

[0010] In some embodiments of this application, a receiving groove is formed at the junction of the edge and the outer wall of the tank, and the receiving groove is configured to receive the card protrusion.

[0011] In some embodiments of this application, a filling line is provided on the inner wall surface of the tank.

[0012] In some embodiments of this application, the filling line is an annular groove formed on the inner wall surface of the can.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, the filling line includes a first scale line and a second scale line, which are spaced apart.

[0014] In some embodiments of this application, a recess is formed on the upper surface of the can lid.

[0015] In some embodiments of this application, a protrusion is formed on the bottom end surface of the tank on the side facing the receiving cavity.

[0016] In some embodiments of this application, both the can body and the can lid are made of plastic material.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows: The packaging can includes a can body and a can lid. One end of the can body has an opening, and the interior of the can body forms a receiving cavity. The inner wall of the receiving cavity has a cylindrical curved surface structure. The outer wall of the can body has a circumferential edge at the opening end of the can body. The inner wall of the can lid has a locking protrusion at a position corresponding to the edge. The locking protrusion matches the edge. The can lid and the can body are detachably connected by the locking protrusion and the edge. The can body directly serves as a freeze-drying container to achieve integrated freeze-drying, eliminating the need for repackaging steps, eliminating the need for molding, and preventing the freeze-dried coffee blocks from being damaged due to molding and repackaging. There is no need to configure a demolding device, which helps to reduce production costs and improve production efficiency. After the can body is sealed, it can be directly packaged for shipment, reducing the chance of the freeze-dried coffee blocks coming into contact with air and maximizing the preservation of flavor and freshness. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 One of the structural schematic diagrams of the packaging can provided by this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 The second schematic diagram of the structure of the packaging can provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 Exploded view of the packaging can provided for this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 The third schematic diagram of the structure of the packaging can provided by this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Cross-sectional view along line AA.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0025] 1. Tank body; 11. Open end; 12. Edge; 13. Receiving cavity; 14. Receiving groove; 15. First graduation line; 16. Second graduation line; 17. Protrusion;

[0026] 2. Can lid; 21. Protrusion; 22. Recess. Detailed Implementation

[0027] 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, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0028] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," which indicate directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are used merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element 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" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0029] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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 according to the specific circumstances.

[0030] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0031] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of this invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0032] In the first aspect, combining Figures 1 to 5 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a packaging can for holding coffee liquid. As a freeze-drying container, it can be used to make freeze-dried coffee blocks. The packaging can includes a can body 1 and a can lid 2.

[0033] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, one end of the can 1 has an opening, and the other end of the can 1 is a closed structure. The interior of the can 1 forms a receiving cavity 13, which is connected to the opening end 11 of the can 1. The inner wall of the receiving cavity 13 has a cylindrical curved surface structure. When in use, by pointing the opening end 11 of the can 1 vertically downward, the freeze-dried coffee block will be poured out of the can 1 due to gravity.

[0034] The outer wall of the tank body 1 has a circumferential edge 12 at the open end 11 of the tank body 1.

[0035] A locking protrusion 21 is formed on the inner wall surface of the can lid 2 at a position corresponding to the edge 12. The locking protrusion 21 is adapted to the edge 12. The can lid 2 and the can body 1 are detachably connected by the locking protrusion 21 and the edge 12. The can lid 2 and the can body 1 are locked together, which makes it easy to open or close the can lid 2 and avoids the failure of the threaded connection in the prior art.

[0036] Specifically, the packaging can includes a can body 1 and a can lid 2. One end of the can body 1 has an opening, and the interior of the can body 1 forms a receiving cavity 13. The inner wall of the receiving cavity 13 has a cylindrical curved surface structure, which is relatively smooth and has a uniform inner diameter. When the freeze-dried coffee block needs to be removed, it is not easy to damage the surface of the freeze-dried coffee block, which helps to ensure its integrity. The outer wall of the can body 1 has a circumferential edge 12 at the opening end 11 of the can body 1. The inner wall of the can lid 2 has a locking protrusion 21 at the position corresponding to the edge 12. The locking protrusion 21 is adapted to the edge 12. The can body 1 directly serves as a freeze-drying container to achieve integrated freeze-drying, eliminating the need for repackaging and molding. This avoids damage to the freeze-dried coffee block due to repackaging and molding, and eliminates the need for additional demolding devices, which helps to reduce production costs. At the same time, the can body 1 can also be used as a drinking container, which makes it convenient for users to directly drink concentrated coffee liquid. It has a simple structure and beautiful appearance.

[0037] Specifically, the edge 12 protrudes from the opening end 11 of the can body 1. On the one hand, the edge 12 can provide a point of leverage, making it easier for users to pick up the can body 1. On the other hand, the edge 12 facilitates the can body 1 and the can lid 2 to be closed together, which is convenient for processing and manufacturing.

[0038] Specifically, the lid 2 is sealed to the body 1, that is, when the lid 2 and the body 1 are snapped together, the body 1 and the lid 2 can form a sealed space.

[0039] In some embodiments of this application, a receiving groove 14 is formed at the junction of the edge 12 and the outer wall surface of the tank 1, and the receiving groove 14 is configured to receive the card protrusion 21.

[0040] Specifically, a receiving groove 14 is formed at the connection between the edge 12 and the outer wall of the tank 1. The receiving groove 14 can accommodate the latching protrusion 21, which helps to save space and makes the tank 1 and the lid 2 fit more tightly.

[0041] In some embodiments of this application, a filling line is provided on the inner wall surface of the tank 1.

[0042] Specifically, by setting up filling lines, a standard can be provided for the amount of liquid coffee to be filled, avoiding the injection of too much or too little.

[0043] In some embodiments of this application, the filling line is an annular groove formed on the inner wall surface of the can 1.

[0044] Specifically, by setting the filling line as an annular groove on the inner wall of the tank 1, it is easier to process and manufacture. At the same time, by setting the filling line inward, it is not easy to damage the outer surface of the freeze-dried coffee block when it is necessary to pour it out, which helps to ensure the overall integrity of the freeze-dried coffee block.

[0045] In some embodiments of this application, combined with Figure 5As shown, the filling line includes a first scale line 15 and a second scale line 16, which are spaced apart, with the first scale line 15 located below the second scale line 16.

[0046] Specifically, during the freeze-drying process, the internal moisture of the coffee liquid will form ice crystals. These ice crystals will expand the coffee solid matter, forming a porous framework and causing volume expansion. By setting a first scale line 15 on the inner wall of the container 1, when coffee liquid is injected into the container 1, the amount injected is based on the first scale line 15 or slightly higher. This allows sufficient space to be reserved for the expansion of the coffee liquid during the freeze-drying process.

[0047] By setting a second scale line 16 on the inner wall of the container 1, when water or milk is poured into the container 1 to dissolve the freeze-dried coffee block, the second scale line 16 serves as a warning line, reminding the user not to pour water or milk beyond the second scale line 16, otherwise it will be inconvenient to pour the espresso liquid or drink the espresso liquid directly.

[0048] In some embodiments of this application, combined with Figure 4 As shown, a recess 22 is formed on the upper surface of the can lid 2, and the recess 22 is located at the center of the can lid 2.

[0049] Specifically, by setting a recessed part 22 on the upper end face of the can lid 2, the recessed part 22 can serve as a "press to unlock" trigger point. The user can press down on the recessed part 22 to break the negative pressure inside the can body 1, thereby opening the lid with one hand. This helps to solve the problem of difficulty in opening caused by excessive sealing of the packaging can.

[0050] Meanwhile, the recessed part 22 serves as a visual focal point, providing users with the cues of "press here," which helps enhance the memorability of product interactions.

[0051] In some embodiments of this application, a protrusion 17 is formed on the bottom end surface of the tank body 1 on the side facing the receiving cavity 13, and the protrusion 17 is located at the center of the bottom end surface of the tank body 1.

[0052] Specifically, during the process of adding water or milk to the container 1 to dissolve the freeze-dried coffee block, the dissolution rate of the core of the freeze-dried coffee block is the slowest. By forming a protrusion 17 on the bottom surface of the container 1 facing the receiving cavity 13, the specific surface area of ​​the freeze-dried coffee block is increased accordingly, which can improve the dissolution rate.

[0053] Specifically, a pit is formed on the bottom surface of the tank 1 opposite to the receiving cavity 13, corresponding to the protrusion 17. The pit helps the tank 1 to prevent slipping.

[0054] In some embodiments of this application, both the can body 1 and the can lid 2 are made of plastic material.

[0055] Specifically, by making both the can body 1 and the can lid 2 from plastic materials, it is easy to recycle.

[0056] For example, the tank body 1 and the tank lid 2 are made of polypropylene material, which has good low-temperature resistance, is environmentally friendly, and can be reused.

[0057] The preparation process of freeze-dried coffee blocks is as follows: inject liquid coffee into the container 1 up to the minimum filling line; then place the container 1 into the freeze-drying equipment; after the freeze-dried coffee blocks are made, inject inert gas into the container 1 and seal it with aluminum film; finally, put the lid 2 on.

[0058] Traditional freeze-drying molds require freeze-dried coffee blocks to be exposed to air for more than 30 minutes during the demolding and packaging process, which increases the risk of oxidative rancidity. In contrast, the container 1 in this application serves directly as the freeze-drying container. After the freeze-dried coffee blocks are produced, demolding and packaging are unnecessary. Inert gas is injected, and the container is sealed with aluminum foil for freshness locking before final packaging. This reduces the chance of the freeze-dried coffee blocks coming into contact with air, maximizing the preservation of flavor and freshness.

[0059] In actual use, users can inject water or milk into container 1, and the freeze-dried coffee block will dissolve to form concentrated coffee liquid, which users can then drink directly from container 1; alternatively, the freeze-dried coffee block or the dissolved concentrated coffee liquid can be poured out and diluted with water or milk for drinking.

[0060] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0061] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A packaging can, characterized in that, include: The tank has an opening at one end, and an internal cavity is formed inside the tank. The inner wall of the cavity has a cylindrical curved surface structure, and the outer wall of the tank has a circumferential edge at the opening end of the tank. The can lid has a locking protrusion formed on its inner wall surface at a position corresponding to the edge. The locking protrusion is adapted to the edge, and the can lid and the can body are detachably connected through the locking protrusion and the edge.

2. The packaging can according to claim 1, characterized in that, A receiving groove is formed at the junction of the edge and the outer wall of the tank, and the receiving groove is configured to accommodate the card protrusion.

3. The packaging can according to claim 1, characterized in that, A filling line is provided on the inner wall of the tank.

4. The packaging can according to claim 3, characterized in that, The filling line is an annular groove formed on the inner wall surface of the can.

5. The packaging can according to claim 3, characterized in that, The filling line includes a first scale line and a second scale line, which are spaced apart.

6. The packaging can according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the can lid has a recessed portion.

7. The packaging can according to claim 1, characterized in that, A protrusion is formed on the bottom surface of the tank facing the accommodating cavity.

8. The packaging can according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, Both the can body and the can lid are made of plastic material.