Multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for disinfection of tableware, bowls and dishes
By designing a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet and utilizing the circulation system of the exhaust fan and drying box, the problems of poor drying effect and resource waste in existing drying cabinets have been solved, achieving efficient drying and disinfection of tableware.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QUANZHOU TIANCHENG INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
Existing drying cabinets have poor drying effects and waste hot air resources significantly, making them unable to be effectively recycled.
A multi-layer circulating drying cabinet was designed. Through a circulation system consisting of an exhaust fan and a drying chamber, water vapor is removed by a desiccant to form a hot air circulation. Combined with an electric heating plate to maintain a high-temperature drying state, the tableware is efficiently dried and disinfected.
It achieves efficient drying and disinfection of tableware, reduces waste of hot air resources, improves drying effect, and maintains a continuous high-temperature drying state inside the cabinet.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drying cabinets, and in particular to a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for disinfecting tableware and bowls. Background Technology
[0002] With increasing public awareness of health, national and local governments are imposing increasingly stringent hygiene standards on the catering industry. Even after washing, bowls, plates, chopsticks, and other tableware often retain residual water, making them highly susceptible to bacterial growth. Therefore, they need to be dried in a drying cabinet.
[0003] Most existing drying cabinets dry tableware by using hot air. This method is not thorough and results in poor drying. In addition, a large amount of hot air is lost directly into the air and cannot be recycled, causing a great waste of resources. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware and bowls.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for disinfecting tableware and bowls, comprising a cabinet body, a cabinet door rotatably connected to the front side of the cabinet body, multiple hollow frames slidably connected inside the cabinet body, multiple limiting grooves on both sides of each hollow frame, a partition frame provided in the left and right limiting grooves, limiting plates on both sides of the top of each hollow frame, each limiting plate having through holes at both ends, rotating columns fixedly connected to the four corners of the top of each hollow frame, an exhaust fan fixedly connected to the top of the cabinet body, an air suction hood fixedly connected to the upper part of the cabinet body, a drying chamber fixedly connected to the bottom of the cabinet body, an air outlet hood fixedly connected to the lower left side of the cabinet body, and electric heating plates fixedly connected to both sides of the cabinet body.
[0006] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0007] All rotating posts pass through the insertion holes, and a locking block is rotatably connected to the top of the rotating post.
[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0009] The limiting plate is located at the top of the limiting groove.
[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0011] The exhaust fan is fixedly connected to an exhaust pipe at its air inlet end, and the end of the exhaust pipe passes through the cabinet and is fixedly connected to the exhaust hood.
[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0013] The exhaust fan is fixedly connected to a conveying pipe, and the end of the conveying pipe passes through and is fixedly connected to the drying box.
[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0015] A return pipe is fixedly connected to the left side of the drying chamber, and the end of the return pipe passes through the cabinet and is fixedly connected to the air outlet hood.
[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0017] The drying oven is equipped with a sealing cover on the front side.
[0018] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0019] The cabinet is fixedly connected to brackets at all four corners of its bottom.
[0020] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0021] 1. In this invention, hot air containing water vapor is first drawn in by an exhaust fan and a suction hood. After being pressurized by the exhaust fan, the hot air is sent into the drying chamber through a conveyor pipe, where the water vapor is removed, thus drying the air. The dried air is then returned to the lower left side of the cabinet through a return pipe and an exhaust hood, where it is reheated by the electric heating plate, forming a hot air circulation. This circulation process is repeated continuously, ensuring that the air inside the cabinet remains at a high temperature and is dry, efficiently drying the tableware.
[0022] 2. In this utility model, the distance between the front and rear dividers can be adjusted by removing the divider from the limiting groove or inserting it into the corresponding limiting groove, which makes it convenient to place tableware as needed. In addition, the limiting plate can be used to limit the installed divider, making it more practical. Attached Figure Description
[0023] Figure 1 A perspective view of a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware and dishes proposed in this utility model;
[0024] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the cabinet body of a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware and bowls proposed in this utility model;
[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting plate structure of a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware and bowls proposed in this utility model;
[0026] Figure 4 This is a rear perspective view of a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for disinfecting tableware and bowls proposed in this utility model.
[0027] Legend:
[0028] 1. Cabinet body; 2. Cabinet door; 3. Hollow frame; 4. Limiting groove; 5. Divider frame; 6. Limiting plate; 7. Insertion hole; 8. Rotating column; 9. Locking block; 10. Exhaust fan; 11. Exhaust pipe; 12. Suction hood; 13. Conveyor pipe; 14. Drying oven; 15. Return pipe; 16. Exhaust hood; 17. Electric heating plate; 18. Sealing cover; 19. Bracket. Detailed Implementation
[0029] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model; the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In addition, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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 be a connection within two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0031] Reference Figure 1-4This utility model provides an embodiment of a multi-layer circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware and bowls, comprising a cabinet body 1, with a cabinet door 2 rotatably connected to the front of the cabinet body 1, capable of opening and closing. Multiple perforated racks 3 are slidably connected inside the cabinet body 1, with a water collection box below each rack 3 for collecting dripping water. Multiple limiting grooves 4 are provided on both sides of each perforated rack 3, serving as limiting positions. Dividing racks 5 are provided in the left and right limiting grooves 4, facilitating the support or separation of tableware. Limiting plates 6 are provided on both sides of the top of each perforated rack 3, serving as limiting positions. Insertion holes 7 are provided at both ends of each limiting plate 6, the holes 7 being shaped similarly to locking blocks 9. Rotating columns 8 are fixedly connected to the four corners of the top of each perforated rack 3, providing fixation and support. An exhaust fan 10 is fixedly connected to the top of the cabinet body 1 to extract hot air from inside the cabinet body 1. A suction hood 12 is fixedly connected to the upper part of the cabinet 1, and a drying box 14 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the cabinet 1. The drying box 14 contains quicklime solid desiccant. An exhaust hood 16 is fixedly connected to the lower left side of the cabinet 1, and electric heating plates 17 are fixedly connected to both sides of the cabinet 1. The electric heating plates 17 can heat the inside of the cabinet 1.
[0032] All rotating columns 8 pass through the insertion holes 7, and a locking block 9 is rotatably connected to the top of the rotating column 8. By rotating the locking block 9, it creates a misalignment with the insertion hole 7, thereby achieving the effect of limiting the position plate 6. The position plate 6 is set at the top of the position groove 4. The air inlet end of the exhaust fan 10 is fixedly connected to the exhaust pipe 11, and the end of the exhaust pipe 11 passes through the cabinet 1 and is fixedly connected to the suction hood 12. The exhaust pipe 11 serves as a conveying pipe. The air outlet end of the exhaust fan 10 is fixedly connected to the conveying pipe 13, and the end of the conveying pipe 13 passes through and is fixedly connected to the drying chamber 14. The left side of the drying chamber 14 is connected to the return pipe 15, which facilitates the return of the dried hot air to the inside of the cabinet 1. The end of the return pipe 15 passes through the cabinet 1 and is fixedly connected to the air outlet hood 16. A sealing cover 18 is provided on the front side of the drying chamber 14. The sealing cover 18 is detachably connected to the drying chamber 14, which allows for easy opening of the sealing cover 18 to replace the solid desiccant. Each of the four bottom corners of cabinet 1 is fixedly connected to a bracket 19, which ensures the stability of cabinet 1.
[0033] Working Principle: In use, open cabinet door 2 and place the washed tableware and dishes on the perforated rack 3. Due to the limiting grooves 4 on both sides of the perforated rack 3, the divider 5 can be inserted into the limiting grooves 4 according to the size of the tableware, allowing for separate placement of tableware of different sizes. After placement, pass the locking block 9 through the insertion holes 7 on both sides of the limiting plate 6, placing the limiting plate 6 at the top of the limiting groove 4 to limit the divider 5. Finally, rotate the locking block 9 to create a misalignment between the locking block 9 and the insertion holes 7, locking the limiting plate 6 and fixing its position. Then close cabinet door 2 and start the equipment. The electric heating plates 17 on both sides of the cabinet 1 begin to work, heating the air inside the cabinet to form hot air. As the hot air rises, it fully contacts the tableware placed on the perforated rack 3, removing moisture from the surface of the tableware for initial drying. When the hot air rises to the top of the cabinet 1, the exhaust fan 10 draws in the hot air containing water vapor through the exhaust pipe 11 and the suction hood 12. Hot air, pressurized by the exhaust fan 10, is sent into the drying chamber 14 through the conveyor pipe 13. Solid desiccant is placed inside the drying chamber 14 to remove water vapor and dry the air. The dried air is then returned to the lower left side of the cabinet 1 through the return pipe 15 and the exhaust hood 16, forming a hot air circulation. This circulation process is repeated continuously to ensure that the air inside the cabinet remains at a consistently high temperature and dry state, efficiently drying the tableware and disinfecting it through high-temperature sterilization.
[0034] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present 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. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A multi-stage circulation type drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware, comprising a cabinet body (1), characterized in that: The cabinet (1) is rotatably connected to the front door (2). Multiple hollow frames (3) are slidably connected inside the cabinet (1). Multiple limiting grooves (4) are opened on both sides of the hollow frame (3). A partition frame (5) is set in the two limiting grooves (4) on the left and right sides. Limiting plates (6) are set on both sides of the top of the hollow frame (3). Insertion holes (7) are opened through both ends of the limiting plate (6). Rotating columns (8) are fixedly connected to the four corners of the top of the hollow frame (3). An exhaust fan (10) is fixedly connected to the top of the cabinet (1). An air suction hood (12) is fixedly connected to the upper part of the cabinet (1). A drying oven (14) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the cabinet (1). An air outlet hood (16) is fixedly connected to the lower left side of the cabinet (1). Electric heating plates (17) are fixedly connected to both sides of the cabinet (1).
2. The multi-stage circulation type drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware according to claim 1, characterized in that: All rotating posts (8) pass through the insertion holes (7), and the top of the rotating posts (8) is rotatably connected to a locking block (9).
3. The multi-stage circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting plate (6) is set at the top of the limiting groove (4).
4. The multi-stage circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The exhaust fan (10) has an exhaust pipe (11) fixedly connected to its air inlet end, and the end of the exhaust pipe (11) passes through the cabinet (1) and is fixedly connected to the suction hood (12).
5. The multi-stage circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The exhaust fan (10) is fixedly connected to a conveying pipe (13) at its outlet end, and the end of the conveying pipe (13) passes through and is fixedly connected to the drying box (14).
6. The multi-tier circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware according to claim 1, characterized in that: A return pipe (15) is fixedly connected to the left side of the drying box (14), and the end of the return pipe (15) is fixedly connected to the air outlet hood (16) through the cabinet (1).
7. The multi-stage circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing cover (18) is provided on the front side of the drying oven (14).
8. The multi-tier circulating drying cabinet for sterilizing tableware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cabinet (1) has brackets (19) fixedly connected to the four corners of its bottom.